1967 Proceedings - Grand Lodge of Missouri by Missouri Freemasons

GRAND LODGE Ancien( Free and Accepted

Masons of the State of Missouri

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Official Proceedings One Hundred Forty-Sixth Annual Communication • SAINT LOUIS

September 25 and 26. A.D. 1967. A.L. 5967

BIOGRAPHICAL RUSSELL E. MURRAY

Grand Master 1966-1967 Russell E. Murray was born November 27, 1900, the second son of Henry Ernest Murray and Olaf Cheatham Murray, who at the time lived near the town of Moselle, in Franklin County, Missouri. In this foot-hills of the Ozark area and that in the same county nearer its county seat-Union-to which the family moved, Brother Murray lived a typical rural life under all of the hardships and inconveniences common to such living at the time. Although the parents were not of particularly affluent circumstances they were recognized as substantial, reliable citizens, they extended their influence toward the betterment and improvement of the community and at all times communicated to their sons that "honor is more to be desired than gold" and encouraged their sons to proceed accordingly in all their doings. Brother Murray's early attendance at school was in a rural one-room school. Illness required that such attendance be discontinued. It was not until he was a little over nine years old and the family moved nearer Union that health permitted regular attendance. After completion of High School at Union, Missouri, Brother Murray attended for one year at Drury College in Springfield, Missouri. Then the lure of automobiles over-came his desire to continue. He came to St. Louis and enrolled in the Y.M.C.A. Automobile School. His progress in attaining knowledge about automobiles and particularly about automobile electrical equipment and a demonstrated ability of communicating knowledge to others, caused those in charge of the school to induce him to teach. This he did in day classes for about one year and in night classes for about two years. Thereafter, it was the sale of automobiles to which he applied himself. The knowledge he had gained in the Y.M.C.A. Automobile School stood him in good stead. The year 1942 brought on World War II. Brother Murray accepted a position as a civilian instructor in the St. Louis School of Aeronautics applying himself to instructing personnel of the Army Air Corps in the electrical problems incident to aircraft motors in which he continued until the School was transferred to Cincinnati. Thereafter, when with the close of World War II hostilities, new automobiles again became available to civilians and Brother Murray returned to the business of selling them. In 1945 he organized Murray Motors Inc., the Company he now heads, which since 1948 has been a distributor of products of the Lincoln-Mercury Division of Ford Motor Company. Among such distributors there is an organization in each of 22 districts in the United States known as L.M.D.A. which manages the promotion of advertising. One such District is the St. Louis District with a territory

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which includes Missouri and parts of Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa and Illinois. Brother Murray served as a Director of the St. Louis District from 1948 until 1958, then for a three year period, 1958 to 1961, he was its President resuming a Board position in 19-6"3<i.iid -"Was- again--eIeCted Pfe-sident and served for another 3 years. At the expiration of this term his associates indicated their regard for hiin- and the services -he had rendered in a resolution which reads: Be It Resolved, That the unanimous thanks and acclaim of each and every Lincoln-Mercury Dealcr in the St. Louis District be tendered to Mr. Russell E. Murray, and that he receive the thanks and gratitude of all of us. Further, that the By-Laws of this Association be suspended and amended to create on the Board of Directors a special scat entitled "Honorary Dircctor" and that Russell E. Murray, by acclamation, be designatcd as such Honorary Director.

When in 1961 the Greater St. Louis Automobile Association, in which for years Brother Murray had had an active interest, provided for an Ethics Committee (the name is indication of its purposes) it was Brother Murray who was selected as the first Chairman. He served as such for the full period allowed by applicable rules. Such a regard, as in which the foregoing indicates Brother Murray's competitors in a field where competition is strong and vigorous hold him, is a high compliment indeed. Brother Murray has been an active Kiwanian since 1948, having served for a number of years on the Board of Directors of the North St. Louis Kiwanis Club and served as its President in 1964. The impressive record of devoted attention to every Masonic duty he has ever undertaken which Brother Murray has laid up is well detailed in Masonic Publications. Among all he has experienced there are a few instances which warrant special mention: He was Worshipful Master of Missouri Lodge No.1, A.F. & A.M. in its 125th Anniversary Year 1941. He was selected by M.W. Bro. Frank J. Briggs, by whom he was appointed in the Grand Lodge Line of Officers, to return to Evans Lodge No. 524 (Illinois) the Cup of Brotherly Love, which in 1929 was started on a journey, traveling always in an easterly direction, around the world, a journey which came to an end on May 26, 1959. He was privileged to accept for our Grand Lodge an invitation to attend at London the 250th Anniversary Celebration of the formation of the United Grand Lodge of England. On this visit, as on many other visits and at many other occasions his charming wife Lee, with whom he was united in marriage in 1925, accompanied him. Her grace and pleasant manner always added much to the many functions which she attended. This Grand Lodge of Missouri could always take pride in representation by Brother and Mrs. Murray. Every word-description of characteristics of a good man could properly be applied to Brother Murray. The Grand Lodge of Missouri can be grateful that he was its Grand Master. R.O.R.

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MASONIC RECORD

Ancient Craft: Missouri Lodge No. I; Raised August 2, 1928; Master 1941 and 1946. Grand Lodge: D.D.G.M. 33rd Dist. 1948-49; Grand Pursuivant, 1957, and other Grand Lodge Offices until Grand Master 1966-67. Masonic Home of Missouri: Board Member short term 1950; Elected-Term 195156; Member Relief & Charity Committee; Chairman Admissions Committee, 4 years; Treasurer 2 years; President 1965-66; Board Member 1966-67. Other Bodies of Masonic Association: Missouri Consistory No. I, Scottish Rite; Missouri Chapter No. I, Royal Arch; Moo1ah Temple, A.A.O.N.M.S.; Honorary Legion of Honor, DeMolay; Square Club of St. Louis and St. Louis County.

GRAND LODGE Ancien~

Free and Accepted

Masons of the State of Missouri •

Official Proceedings One Hundred Forty-Sixth Annual Communication •

September 25 and 26, A.D. 1967, A.L. 5967

OFFICERS

Grand Lodge of Missouri 1967-1968 WILLIAM R. DENSLOW

M.W. Grand Master Box 529, Trenton, Mo. 64683

Deputy Grand Master 117 N. Prairie, Bloomfield, Mo. 63825 J. MORGAN DONELSON Senior Grand Warden Box 211, Princeton, Mo. 64673 WILLIAM H. CHAPMAN. . . . . . . . . . . . Junior Grand Warden 20 W. Lockwood, Webster Groves, Mo. 63119 WILLIAM H. UTZ, JR.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Grand Treasurer 1208 Corby Bldg., St. Joseph, Mo. 64501 ELMER W. WAGNER Grand Secretary 3681 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis. Mo. 63108 FREELON K. HADLEY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Grand Lecturer 3412 Duncan St., St. Joseph, Mo. 64507 THOMAS .J. DAVIS, JR.. . . . ..... Senior Grand Deacon Box 217, Piedmont, Mo. 63957 W. HUGH McLAUGHLIN...... .. Junior Grand Deacon 222 Bryant Bldg., Kansas City, Mo. 64106 WALTER L. WALKER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Senior Grand Steward Anderson Bldg., Neosho, Mo. 64850 ROBERT L. McKINNEY Junior Grand Steward State Teachers College, Kirksville, Mo. 63501 HERMAN A. ORLICK.. Senior Grand Marshal 1678 Avignon Ct., St. Louis, Mo. 63122 LEWIS C. "WES" COOK Junior Grand Marshal 3233 Chippewa Dr., North Kansas City, Mo. 64116 WALTER .J. BUBLITZ. . .. Grand Sword Bearer 701 E. 14th Ave., North Kansas City, Mo. 64116 WILLIAM R. ROBBINS. . Gmnd PursU'ivant 515 DeBolt, Trenton, Mo. 64683 THOMAS R. SHROUT... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Grand ChalJlain 401 Edgewood, Columbia, Mo. 65201 HERBERT E. DUNCAN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Grand Chaplain 439 W. 58th, Kansas City, Mo. 64113 BEN MORRIS RIDPATH. . . . . ............ Grand ChalJlain 620 E. Armour Blvd., Kansas City, Mo. 64]09 J. C. MONTGOMERY, JR.. .. Grand Chaplain 511 N. Carleton, Farmington, Mo. 63640 JULIUS J. NODEL. Grand Chaplain 560 Trinity Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 63130 CARL L. RADFORD Grand Chaplain General Delivery, New Bloomfield, Mo. 6.1063 QUENTEN BOyD........................ .......... . Grand Chaplain 1917 Princeton Rd., Trenton, Mo. 64683 WALTER C. PLOESER Grand Orato1' Route I, Box 251, Manchester, Mo. 63011 JOHN BURLE Grand Tiler 5827a Jamieson Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 63109 ELVIS A. MOONEy

The 147th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge will be held in St. Louis, beginning Monday, September 30, 1968.

One Hundred Forty-Sixth Annual Communication The one hundred forty-sixth Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri convened at the Scottish Rite Cathedral, 3637 Lindell Boulevard, St. Louis, at 10:00 a.m., on Monday, September 25, 1967. PRESENT Russell E. Murray, M.W. Grand Master William R. Denslow, Deputy Grand Master Elvis A. Mooney, Senior Grand Warden J. Morgan Donelson, Junior Grand Warden William H. Utz, Jr., Grand Treasurer Elmer W. Wagner, Grand Secretary Freelon K. Hadley, Grand Lecturer William H. Chapman, Senior Grand Deacon Thomas J. Davis, Jr., Junior Grand Deacon W. Hugh McLaughlin, Senior Grand Steward Walter L. Walker, Junior Grand Steward Robert L. McKinney, Senior Grand Marshal Herman A. Orlick, Junior Grand Marshal Lester M. Heckman, Grand Sword Bearer J. Clyde Butler, Grand Pursuivant Thomas Shrout, Grand Chaplain Herbert E. Duncan, Grand Chaplain Ben Morris Ridpath, Grand Chaplain J. C. Montgomery, Jr., Grand Chaplain Julius J. Nodel, Grand Chaplain Will L. Lane, Grand Chaplain Carl L. Radford, Grand Chaplain J. C. Montgomery, Jr., Grand Orator Edgar R. Fehrmann, Grand Tiler

At 10:00 a.m. Most Worshipful Grand Master Russell E. Murray opened the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri in Ample Form, assisted by the Grand Officers and supported by a large attendance of Representatives. The brethren united in singing one verse of "America" after which Grand Chaplain Ben Morris Ridpath offered the invocation. CREDENTIALS COMMITTEE-INTERIM REPORT

To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, A.F. &- A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: Your Committee on Credentials begs to report that a constitutional number of subordinate lodges are represented. VERN H. SCHNEIDER, Chairman.

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INTRODUCTION OF PAST GRAND MASTERS

R.W. Bro. Lewis C. Robertson introduced the past Grand Masters of Missouri who were present. INTRODUCTION OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE APPENDANT MASONIC BODIES OF THE STATE OF MISSOURI

R.W. Bro. Lester M. Heckman introduced the following Representatives of the appendant Masonic Bodies of the State of Missouri: Right Emminent Sir James H. Cockerham, Grand Commander, Grand Commandery Knights Templar of Missouri Most Illustrious Companion Harold L. Lowe, Grand Master, Grand Council, Royal and Select Masters of Missouri Most Excellent Companion Harold E. Nixon, Grand High Priest, Grand Chapter Royal Arch Masons of Missouri Bro. F. Lowell Bodecker, Worthy Grand Patron of the Grand Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star of Missouri W. Bro. Walter C. Ploeser, Deputy for Missouri, Supreme Council, Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite INTRODUCTION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS

R.W. Bro. J. Clyde Butler introduced the following representatives of other Grand Lodges: M.W. Bro. John A. Bottorf, Grand Master of Nebraska M.W. Bro. Kenneth Miller, Grand 1\faster, and R.W. Bro. Ralph E. Whipple, Grand Secretary of Nebraska M.W. Bro. James McFadin, Past Grand Master of Tennessee R.W. Bro. Elmer Johnston, Grand Chaplain, of Indiana INTRODUCTION OF DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND MASTERS AND DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND LECTURERS

R.W. Bro. W. Hugh McLaughlin introduced the District Deputy Grand Masters. R.W. Bro. Walter L. Walker introduced the District Deputy Grand Lecturers. INTRODUCTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF MASONIC HOME

R.W. Bro. William R. Denslow introduced the members of the Masonic Home Board. ANNOUNCEMENTS

R.W. Bro. Lewis C. Robertson announced that busses would be provided for the visit to the Masonic Home of Missouri this afternoon. There will be a photograph taken of those in attendance at Grand Lodge, at noon. Luncheon will be served in the Dining Room of the Scottish Rite Cathedral at noon, at a cost of $1.25 per person. Dinner will be served at 6: 30 this evening in the Dining Room of the

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Scottish Rite Cathedral, followed by a splendid program for the delegates and their ladies in the auditorium at 8:00 o'clock. MISSOURI LODGE OF RESEARCH

At this point, M.W. Bro. Martin B. Dickinson, Worshipful Master, gave the brethren some information about the Missouri Lodge of Research, and stated that it now has 1,537 members, the largest in its history. He announced that the annual meeting of Missouri Lodge of Research would be held at 4:00 o'clock this afternoon, and the lodge would have breakfast at 7:00 o'clock on Tuesday morning at the Jefferson Hotel. MESSAGES

Messages of Congratulation were received from the Grand Lodge of Israel, the Grand Lodge of Sao Paulo and the Masonic Service Association of the United States.

Address of the Grand Master M.W. Bro. Russell E. Murray, Grand Master, read his address, which is as follows: To the Most Worshipful Gmnd Lodge} Ancient Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri: Good morning my Brethren! It is my pleasure, as your Grand Master, to welcome you to this 146th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Missouri. To the brethren from other jurisdictions, I welcome you and hope that you enjoy your visit with us. I am pleased to have the leaders of other branches of Masonry present and want you to know I appreciate your cooperation during the past year. To the past grand masters, you have always been so willing to assist when called on; I want to extend to you a welcome and my sincere thanks for these many favors which you have extended to me. I am probably the only Grand Master of the State of Missouri that can say that I started to write my address some 4,500 miles from home. In fact, on Sunday, July 2, 1967, in a Village in Northern Scotland by the name of Braemar. A year ago, when you elevated me to the highest position in Masonry, I promised to serve to the best of my ability. I am sure that every Grand Master has a desire to do many things and accomplish much during his year but time passes fast and the days, weeks, months and the year passes without achieving the goal he has set for himself. However, I consider that I have had a very fine year. I traveled many miles and visited lodges in all sections of the state and the United Grand Lodge of England, which I shall report on later.

GRAND CHAPTER, ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR Shortly after being installed as Grand Master, Mrs. Murray and I were invited to the Worthy Grand Matron's Dinner at the Jefferson Hotel, October 9, 1966. The following evening, October ]0, I was invited to address the Grand Chapter of the O.E.S. Mrs. Murray and I were both escorted to the Altar, introduced and then welcomed on the platform by the Worthy Grand Matron. I appreciate the very fine reception I received and the very responsive audience. The Worthy Grand Matron, Mrs. Geraldine Molander, was most gracious and recommended to the Grand Chapter that they carry out the suggestions I made with reference to the "Golden Age Retirement Home" and also my recommendations that the Eastern Star increase their per capita for the benefit of the Masonic Home of Missouri. GRAND LODGE OFFICERS MEETING On Saturday, November 5, 1966, we had our first Grand Lodge Officers meeting for the year. All were present except R.W. Bro. Wm. R. Denslow,

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whom the Doctor had ordered to stay home. Many subjects were discussed for the good of the craft. Also the Resolutions that were presented at the Grand Lodge meeting in September. The first amendment to increase the per capita tax to $1.00 per year for the benefit of the Masonic Home of Missouri. The second amendment to provide for an additional member of the Board of Directors of the Masonic Home of Missouri to be a female member of the O.E.S. -to be elected hy the Grand Chapter of the O.E.S. And the Resolution to change the Corporate name of the Masonic Home of Missouri to include the Eastern Star.

There was much discussion and it was decided to make no recommendations to the District Deputy Grand Masters the following day but to instruct them to discuss these amendments and resolutions with their lodges and report back to the Grand Master the feeling of the brethren before the next Grand Lodge Officers meeting in May. MEETING OF THE D.D.G.M.'s AND D.D.G.L.'s On November 6, 1966, I presided over a meeting of the District Deputy Grand Masters and District Deputy Grand Lecturers and also the Grand Lodge Officers. The District Deputy Grand Masters were set to work and given proper instruction for their labors. Each received a copy of instructions and their duties, also the subjects I expected them to discuss on their official visits to their lodges. Each item was reviewed and there was an open discussion on each subject. The brethren were much interested and later expressed the opinion that it was one of the finest meetings that they had attended. May I say that most of the District Deputy Grand Masters have tried to carry out these instructions and have performed a very fine service and are a credit to Freemasonry. However, there were a few districts in which I was disappointed. I would like to suggest to the incoming Grand Master and all future Grand Masters, that this meeting be changed: The Grand Master presiding over a meeting of the District Deputy Grand Masters and the Grand Lecturer presiding over a meeting of the District Deputy Grand Lecturers, giving them proper instruction for their labors. STATE OF THE CRAFT I have been much pleased with the fine spirit of cooperation and warm brotherly reception accorded me as I traveled about the state. I have discussed with the brethren the necessity for building a solid foundation (The Blue Lodge), the importance of better administration of their lodges, planning their meetings and not only teaching the Ritual, but the meaning of the Ritual. The need of interesting new members in working in the Blue Lodge instead of petitioning the so-called higher degrees of Masonry and forgetting his Blue Lodge. This is not in any way a criticism of the Scottish Rite or York Rite, but rather a criticism of the Grand Lodge and Blue Lodge, for permitting them to fill a void or vacuum which we have created.

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The past ten years we have been losing membership, from over 124,000 to less than 117,000. We should heed this warning and start to build a more solid foundation. I found the leaders in other branches of Masonry in accord with my thinking on this subject. They realize that if they are to grow and prosper they must have Master Masons to draw from. DEMOLAY For the good of the Craft, I think that we should become more interested in DeMolay. Our present Grand Lodge By-Ia\\-'s permit a lodge to sponsor a DeMolay Chapter but not to the extent of using any lodge funds. I am of the opinion that we are missing the opportunity of bringing many fine young men into the Fraternity by not sponsoring more DeMolay Chapters and giving them financial assistance. I am having an amendment to the present resolution presented, which, if passed, will read: Subordinate lodges may sponsor with lodge funds chapters of the Order of DeMolay and they are encouraged to do so. Also a resolution permitting sponsoring chapters of Job's Daughters and Rainbow Girls. GRAND MASTER'S BREAKFAST On November 12, 1966, I was invited to attend a lodge meeting and address the brethren at 4 a.m. Perseverance Lodge No. 92 at Louisiana, Missouri, has been having this meeting and breakfast for several years. Much to my surprise, it was well attended, I understand around 200. The brethren were very attentive and much interested in the subject that I discussed, "The Masonic Home," many asking questions. After the meeting, ham, eggs and hot biscuits were enjoyed by all. The 15th Annual Grand Master's Breakfast of St. Louis, was held on Sunday, May 7, 1967, in the Khorassan Room of the Chase-Park Plaza. The breakfast was preceded by religious services at St. John's Methodist Church, Temple Share Emeth and Hope United Church of Christ. It was indeed a pleasure for me to preside over this fine group of Masons, over 1,400. A most inspiring address was delivered by Chief Judge Robert A. Grant of the United States District Court for Northern Indiana. The same committee which has arranged the Grand Master's Breakfast since its inception in 1953, M.W. Bro. Richard O. Rumer, Chairman, assisted by M.W. Bro. Robert L. Aronson, R.W. Bro. Harry C. Ploetze and R.'.v. Bro. Alfred W. Frager, deserve much credit for the success of this fine program. CORNERSTONES AND DEDICATIONS This has been a rather full year for laying cornerstones (total-12) and dedications (total-eight). CORNERSTONES November 20, 1966, Southeast Missouri Hospital, Cape Girardeau, Missouri, St. Mark's Lodge No. 93 December 4, 1966, Pendleton Lodge No. 551, Doe Run, Missouri

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January 22, 1967, Troy Lodge No. 34, Troy, Missouri April 30, 1967, Foxcreek Elementary School, Wayland, Missouri, St. Francisville Lodge No. 588 April 30, 1967, Kahoka Elementary School, Kahoka, Missouri, Hiram Lodge No. 362 May 19, 1967, Northeast State Teachers College, Kirksville, Missouri, Kirksville Lodge No. 105 and Adair Lodge No. 366 May 28, 1967, Riddick Lodge No. 361, Buffalo, Missouri June 4, 1967, Seymour Public School, Seymour, Missouri, Hazelwood Lodge No. 459 July 16, 1967, Forsyth Lodge No. 453, Forsyth, Missouri July 23, 1967, R2 Public School, Rosebud, Missouri, Owensville Lodge No. 624 July 23, 1967, Junior High School, Owensville, Missouri, Owensville Lodge No. 624 August 27, 1967, Linn Lodge No. 326, Linn, Missouri DEDICATIONS December 4, 1966, Pendleton Lodge No. 551, Doe Run, Missouri December 11, 1966, Gray Summit Lodge No. 173, Gray Summit, Missouri January 22, 1967, Troy Lodge No. 34, Troy, Missouri April 9, 1967, East Prairie Lodge No. 384, East Prairie, Missouri April23, 1967, Wayne Lodge No. 526, Piedmont, Missouri June 11, 1967, Westview Lodge No. 103, Millersville, Missouri July 16, 1967, Forsyth Lodge No. 453, Forsyth, Missouri August 20, 1967, New London Lodge No. 307, New London, Missouri

M.W. Bro. Martin Dickinson dedicated the New Masonic Temple for Grandview Lodge No. 618, Grandview, Missouri, and laid a cornerstone for the Christ Methodist Church at Independence, Missouri. M.W. Bro. Morris Ewing laid a cornerstone and dedicated a new elementary school building at Fair Play, Missouri. R.W. Bro. Walter Walker dedicated a new lodge hall for Decatur Lodge No. 400, at Pierce City, Missouri. R.W. Bro. William Denslow dedicated a new temple for Union Star Lodge No. 124, Union Star, Missouri. A few of these deserve special mention. On December 4, with the assistance of other Grand Lodge Officers, I laid the cornerstone and dedicated a new Masonic temple for Pendleton Lodge No. 551, Doe Run, Missouri. This is a lodge of only 73 members and there was a large attendance (judged to be over 400). This was due largely to the efforts of R.W. Rro. Floyd H. Buckner. Another outstanding ceremony was the cornerstone laying and dedication of a new temple for Troy Lodge No. 34, Troy, Missouri, on January 22, 1967. A very fine program was arranged by R.W. Bro. Eugene Taylor and one of the largest numbers of Master Masons we have had in attendance at a cornerstone laying. On April 9, 1967, R.W. Bro. Lloyd S. Morgan, Jr., of the 50th Masonic District, had a fine program arranged for the dedication of the new temple for East Prairie Lodge No. 384, East Prairie, Missouri. On May 17, 1967, it was my pleasure to lay a cornerstone at Northeast State Teachers College, Kirksville, Missouri. Mrs. Murray and I were invited to have lunch with the Board of Regents and the President of the College

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prior to the cornerstone ceremony. This ceremony was well arranged by R.W. Bro. L. Dale Gardner and the attendance was approximately 1,4.00-1,500. On July 16, 1967, I laid the cornerstone and dedicated a new temple for Forsyth. Lodge No.. 453, Forsyth, Missouri. This is a very modern temple and with a membership of only 113 they have much to be proud of. Another very fine ceremony was arranged for the cornerstone laying of Linn Lodge No. 326, on August 27, 1967. Many members of the Fraternity were present and the District Deputy Grand Master, R.W. Bro. Charles S. Alcott, deserves credit for helping and arranging this fine program. The number of cornerstones laid and the new temples dedicated would indicate the great interest and enthusiasm these brethren have for the Fraternity. I wish that I could make a detailed report for each of these occasions, but time will not permit it. RITUAL This is indeed a very disappointing part of Masonry in Missouri. I have visited many lodges throughout the state; on many occasions with other Grand Lodge Officers. Seldom do the officers know how to receive a District Deputy Grand Master or a Grand Master. Many times it has been necessary for a Grand Lodge Officer to instruct the officers of the lodge on how to proceed and, in some instances, assist in opening the lodge. One of my District Deputy Grand Masters reported that he had attended a lodge in a district other than his own, where three third degrees were conferred and he was invited to participate in the work. In the Second Section, only three Craftsmen were used, the Senior Deacon and the two Stewards. All three degrees were conferred in the same manner. The Worshipful Master of the lodge was asked why he did not use the 12 Craftsmen that are required, he answered "There is less confusion by using only three, as the brethren generally do not know where to go or how to get back to their seat." The Master was informed that he was allowing work to be done which is not in conformity with the Ritual, his reply was "There are a lot of things that aren't according to Ritual." This I believe is due to lack of proper instruction. I am sure there is no one who knows the Ritual or is better qualified than our Grand Lecturer but I do not think that this knowledge is being properly imparted to the brethren. In all of my visits, many cornerstone layings and dedication ceremonies, only once has the Grand Lecturer been present. If the Grand Lecturer would devote more of his time to instructing the brethren in the Ritual and interest himself less in the affairs of the Grand Lodge, it might be better for the Craft. DISPENSATIONS Many dispensations have been issued during the year. Most requests have been granted but a few had to be refused. All are fully set forth in the report of the Grand Secretary. PORTAGEVILLE Request for a dispensation to form a new lodge a t Portageville was received by me March 8, 1967. There were names of 38 brethren on the

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petition including a letter of good standing from their lodges. The District Deputy Grand Master, R.W. Bro. Virgil H. Baldwin of the 51st Masonic District, in which the lodge will be located, certified that it would be to the best interest of Freemasonry to grant the dispensation. The District Deputy Grand Lecturer, R.W. Bro. W. Carter Bell, certified that the brethren selected as officers were prepared and qualified to hold office. The petition being in order, I contacted Bro. J. Andy Zenge, Jr., Chairman of the Committee of Lodges Under Dispensation, and we agreed that a special committee be appointed from the southeast section of the state to investigate the advisability of granting a dispensation. The following were appointed: R.W. Bro. Chas. E. Divine, D.D.G.M, 52nd Masonic District; R.W. Bro. Lloyd S. Morgan, Jr., D.D.G.M., 50th Masonic District: and R.W. Bro. Paul F. Sitze, D.D.G.M. of the 49th Masonic District. These brethren completed their investigation and reported in favor of granting a dispensation. The report was mailed to Brother Zenge and myself. A dispensation was granted and Odom Lodge U.D. was set to work on May 18, 1967. It was my pleasure to be present and personally present the dispensation and set the lodge to work. HEALINGS There were several requests for healing orders but most of the requests were out of order. There were two candidates of Mechanicsville Lodge No. 260, who had received their E.A. Degree and their F.C. Degrees illegally, through no fault of theirs. The master of the lodge being at fault, it was necessary to issue healing orders for these two brethren. MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI I first became interested in the Masonic Home when I was Master of Missouri Lodge No.1. When I was District Deputy Grand Master in 1948 and 1949, I spent much time discussing the Home on my official visits to the lodges and was instrumental in changing the structure of the board to its present form. I was first elected to the board in 1950 and I am completing my tenth year as a member. In my ten years as a member of the board, I believe I have missed only one meeting. The members of the Board of Directors of the Masonic Home render a valuable service to the Fraternity and deserve much credit for their untiring efforts. They give at least two days a month and often more of their time to the Home, some traveling as much as 250 to 300 miles to attend meetings. Two members of the Board, R.W. Bro. Albert Van Gels and R.W. Bro. Harry Ploetze of St. Louis, complete their four-year term at this time. Both have given much of their time to the Home and deserve a vote of thanks from all the brethren. When making nominations to the Board, we should give much thought to the brother's qualifications and also to the proper geographical distribution for the members of the Board. The President of the Board will give a full report on the Home.

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TRIAL COMMISSIONS It has been necessary to appoint several brethren as members of trial commissions during the year. There is one committee which has not completed all of its duties but will probably be finished by the time of the Grand Lodge Communication. I will not list these members of the Commissions individually, but wish to express my sincere thanks to these brethren for their very fine work. DEATHS

The Committee on Necrology will give a full report on those of our brethren who have passed to their Eternal Reward. However, I must call your attention to the passing of four of our Past Grand Masters. On November 21, 1966, the Grand Lodge Family was saddened by the passing of M.W. Bro. Arthur U. Goodman, Jr., who served this Grand Lodge as Grand Master in 1963-64. There was a Grand Lodge Funeral Service and I was requested to give the service, which I was glad to do, but it was a difficult assignment, having known M.W. Brother Goodman so well. On February 16, 1967, M.W. Bro. Wm. F. Woodruff, who was Grand Master in 1943-44, passed on to his reward. There was no Masonic services. On March 31, 1967, we were notified of the passing of M.W. Bro. Robert H. Mann. He served as Grand Master in 1961-62. This was much of a shock to me as I had attended a meeting in Kansas City a few days before and was in his company at the meeting and after the meeting. On August 15, 1967, we were notified of the death of M.W. Bro. James W. Skelly, who served as Grand Master in 1935-36. Again, I was asked to give the Masonic services for M.W. Brother Skelly. We also lost one of our Past District Deputy Grand Masters, R.W. Bro. Joseph A. Halley, who was a close friend of mine and a long-time member of the Masonic Home Board. He devoted much of his time to the Fraternity. Freemasonry has suffered a great loss in the passing of these brethren. GRAND MASTERS' CONFERENCE The annual meeting of the Masonic Service Association of the United States, The Conference of Grand Masters of North America, The Conference of Grand Secretaries and the George 'J\Tashington National Masonic Memorial Association were held in 'J\Tashington, D. C., and Alexandria, Virginia, the week of February 19-23, 1967, inclusive. The Grand Master, the Deputy Grand Master, the Grand Secretary and the Grand Lecturer were all in attendance. Others present from Missouri were M.W. Bro. Bruce H. Hunt and W. Bro. John B. Vrooman. The Grand Masters' Conference was a most interesting meeting to me, this probably was because I served on the Conference Committee "and was busy most of the time. The first afternoon the Grand Masters were divided into five groups, each holding a meeting to discuss a certain subject and report to the general meeting on Tuesday morning on the five subjects discussed. I understand this was the first time this was tried and it proved to be very successful.

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However, I have mixed emotions about these meetings. The Grand Lodge of Missouri is spending from $1,500-$2,000 annually on these meetings. I assume that the Conference of Grand Secretaries was worth while but I doubt if the Grand Lodge of Missouri derives enough benefit from the Grand Masters' Conference to justify the expense. Certainly there is no reason for the Grand Lecturer attending these meetings and I strongly recommend that it be discontinued. VISITATIONS At the time of my installation as Grand Master, I knew that I would be unable to make the number of visitations I would like to make. I promised to honor as many requests as possible. J have made it a policy to visit as many of the smaller lodges as possible, always giving them preference over the larger city lodges. J regret that I found it necessary to turn many requests down, because of conflicting dates. Following is a list of visits and dates: September 28, I966-Installed as Grand Master September 29, I966-Benjamin Franklin Lodge No. 642, 50th Anniversary October 4, I966-Lodge of Instruction, 33rd Masonic District, installation of District Deputies October 8, I966-Missouri Lodge No.1, I50th Anniversary October 9, 1966-Grand Chapter, O.E.S., \Vorthy Grand Matron's Dinner October 10, 1966-Addressed Grand Chapter, O.E.S. October 14, I966-Mount Moriah Lodge No. 40, I25th Anniversary Dinner October 15, 1966-Belleville, Illinois, addressed deaf and dumb group October 21, 1966-Ferguson Lodge No. 542, presented flag October 26, 1966-Anchor Lodge No. 443, honoring Herman Orlick October 29, 1966-Clinton Lodge No. 548, 75th Anniversary October 30, 1966-Windsor Lodge No. 29, 100th Anniversary October 31, 1966-Square Club, testimonial for Grand Master November 2,1966, DeMo1ay, Honorary Degree-Legion of Honor November 5, 1966-Grand Lodge Officers Meeting, Jefferson City, Missouri November 6, 1966-District Deputy Grand Masters and District Deputy Grand Lecturers Meeting, Jefferson City, Missouri November 12, 1966-Perseverance Lodge No. 92, Louisiana, Missouri, Grand Master's Breakfast November 17, I966-.Jefferson Lodge No. 43, 125th Anniversary November 18, 1966-Masonic Home Admissions Committee November 19, 1966-Masonic Home Board Meeting November 19, 1966-Presented to Nobility of Moolah Shrine November 20, 1966-St. Mark's Lodge No. 93, cornerstone-Southeast Missouri Hospital November 23, 1966-Kennett Lodge No. 68, conducted services for M.W. Bro. Arthur U. Goodman, Jr. November 29, 1966-Magnolia Lodge No. 626, addressed dinner meeting December I, 1966-Trenton Lodge No. III December 4, 1966-Pend1eton Lodge No. 551, Doe Run, Missouri, cornerstone laying and dedication December 9, 1966-Paul Revere Lodge No. 330 December 10, 1966-Masonic Home Board Meeting December 11, 1966-Gray Summit Lodge No. 173, dedication of temple December 14, 1966-Lambskin Lodge No. 460

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December IS, 1966-Missouri Lodge No.1, installed officers December 24, 1966-Masonic Home Christmas Party December 25, I966-Masonic Home Breakfast December 27, 1966-Trilumina Lodge No. 205, Marshall, Missouri, installed officers January 7, 1967-Samaritan Lodge No. 234, Bonne Terre, Missouri, presented two 50-year bu ttons January 10, 1967-St. Mark's Lodge No. 93, Cape Girardeau, Missouri, installed officers January 20, 1967-Joplin Lodge No. 335, installed officers January 20, 1967-Fellowship Lodge No. 345, installed officers January 21, 1967-Masonic Home Board Meeting January 22, 1967-Troy Lodge No. 34, Troy, Missouri, cornerstone laying and dedication January 25, 1967-Twilight Lodge No. II4, Columbia, Missouri, 26th Masonic District meeting, presented 50-year button January 27, 1967-Addressed St. John's Hi Twelve Club January 30, 1967-Addressed Wardens and Masters Club, 33rd Masonic District February 7, 1967-Palestine Lodge No. 241, St. Charles, Missouri February II, 1967-Addressed 15th Masonic District, Hannibal, Missouri February 13, 1967-Meeting of Committee on Grand Master's Breakfast February 14, 1967-Addressed Boonville Masonic bodies February 17, 1967-Masonic Home Admissions Committee February 18, 1967-Masonic Home Board Meeting February 18, 1967-Pomegranate Lodge No. 95, presented 50-year button and addressed lodge February 19, 1967-Grand Masters' Conference, Washington, D. C. February 20, 1967-Grand Masters' Conference, Washington, D. C. February 21, 1967-Grand Masters' Conference, Washington, D. C. February 22, 1967-Grand Masters' Conference, Washington, D. C. February 23, 1967-Grand Masters' Conference, Washington, D. C. March 3, 1967-Polar Star Lodge No. 79 March 7, 1967-Mizpah Lodge No. 639 March 9, 1967-Addressed South Side Hi Twelve Club March IS, 1967-Addressed Scottish Rite Men's Club March 17, 1967-Masonic Home Admissions Committee March 18, 1967-Masonic Home Board Meeting March 18, 1967-Addressed Wardens and Masters Clubs, Kansas City, Missouri March 21, 1967-Grand Master's Dinner, Tennessee March 22, 1967-Grand Lodge of Tennessee March 23, 1967-Grand Lodge of Tennessee March 27, 1967-Addressed Lodge of Instruction, 33rd Masonic District April 6, 1967-Bridgeton Lodge No. 80 April 9, 1967-East Prairie Lodge No. 384, dedicated temple April 10, 1967-Euclid Lodge No. 505 April 14, 1967-Masonic Home Admissions Committee April 15, 1967-Masonic Home Board Meeting April IS, 1967-Moolah Ceremonial April 17, 1967-Harmony Lodge No. 499, presented 40-year certificates April 23, I967-Wayne Lodge No. 526, dedicated temple April 25, 1967-Addressed Grand Chapter, Royal Arch Masons April 25, 1967-Attended banquet Grand Chapter, Royal Arch Masons April 27, 1967-Meridian Lodge No.2 Apri128, 1967-Union Lodge No. 593 April 30, 1967-St. Francisville Lodge No. 588, Wayland, Missouri, cornerstone laying-Fox Creek Elementary School

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April 30, 1967-Hiram Lodge No. 362, Kahoka, Missouri, cornerstone layingelementary school May 1, 1967-Moberly Lodge No. 344 May 5, 1967-Masonic Home Admissions Committee May 6, 1967-Masonic Home Board Meeting May 6, 1967-Grand Lodge Officers Meeting May 7, 1967-Grand Master's Breakfast, Chase-Park Plaza May 8, 1967-MechanicsviIIe Lodge No. 260 May II, 1967-Trinity Lodge No. 641 May 15, 1967-Ionic Lodge No. 154, addressed lodge and presented 50-year button May 17, 1967-Cornerstone laying-Northeast State Teachers College, Kirksville, Missouri, Kirksville Lodge No. 105 and Adair Lodge No. 366 May 18, 1967-Instituted new lodge at Portageville, "Odom," U .D. May 20, 1967-Mount Moriah No. 40 May 27, 1967-District Meeting, 42nd Masonic District, Greenfield, Missouri May 28, 1967-Riddick Lodge No. 361, Buffalo, Missouri, cornerstone laying June 3, 1967-Carthage Lodge No. 197 June 4, 1967-Hazelwood Lodge No. 459, cornerstone lay~ng-Seymour Public School June 5, 1967-Crane Lodge No. 519 June 9, 1967-Masonic Home Admissions Committee June 10, 1967-Masonic Home Board Meeting June Il, 1967-West View Lodge No. 103, Millersville, Missouri, dedicatcd temple June 13, 1967-Florissant Lodge No. 668 June 16, 1967-Committee on Grand Master's Banquet, Sheraton Jefferson Hotel June 18, 1967-Zeredatha Lodge No. 189, S1. Joseph, Missouri June 25, 1967-London, Rcception and buffet supper, Ballroom, Hyde Park Hotel June 26, 1967-Visited Royal Masonic Hospital June 26, 1967-Reception-St. James Palace June 27, 1967-Especial Grand Lodge, Royal Albert Hall, installation of Duke of Kent as Grand Master June 28, 1967-Jordan Lodge No. 201 June 29, 1967-Tour of Freemasons' Hall June 29, 1967-Farewell Buffet Luncheon, Connaught Rooms July 1, 1967-Freemasons' Hall, Edinburgh July 3, 1967-Freemasons' Hall, Aberdeen July 3, 1967-Braemar, Scotland, visited with Wor. Master of Royal Braemar Lodge No. 1195 July 14, 1967-Masonic Home Admissions Committee July 15, 1967-Masonic Home Board Meeting July 16, 1967-Cornorstone and dedication, Forsyth Lodge No. 453 July 23, 1967-Cornerstone laying-Rosebud R2 Public School, Owensville Lodge No. 624 July 23, 1967-Cornerstone laying-Owensville Junior High School, Owensville Lodge No. 624 August 2, 1967-100th Birthday Party, Mrs. Louise Dueing, Masonic Home August 18, 1967-Masonic Home Admissions Committee August 19, 1967-Masonic Home Board Meeting August 19, 1967-Grand Lodge Officers Meeting August 20, 1967-New London Lodge No. 307, dedication of temple August 22, 1967-Adair Lodge No. 366 and Kirksville Lodge No. 105 August 27, 1967-Linn Lodge No. 326, cornerstone laying September 7, 1967-Missouri Lodge No. I, presented 50-year button September 7, 1967-Commonwealth Lodge No. 654 September II, 1967-Square Club Fall Meeting

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September 14, 1967-Beacon Lodge No.3, presented 50路year buttons September 15, 1967-Palestine Lodge No. 241, addressed testimonial for R.W. Bro. Lawrence Dudeck September 16, 1967-Harmony Lodge No. 499, 50th Anniversary Dinner September 23, 1967-Masonic Home Board Meeting September 23, 1967-DeMolay Class Scottish Rite Temple September 24, 1967-Grand Master's Dinner September 25-26, 1967-Grand Lodge of Missouri, Annual Communication VISIT TO THE UNITED GRAND LODGE OF ENGLAND The 250th Anniversary of the United Grand Lodge of England was, of course, the highlight of my year. The brethren of England were most hospitable, starting with my arrival at the airport in London. They had a representative at the airport to see that we had no difficulties getting through the Customs. In fact, our luggage was not inspected. On our arrival at the hotel, we found that they had a host and hostess at each hotel. They were always present to help us and arrange for transportation and to see that we arrived at the proper meeting at the right time. They had each day planned for the brethren and the ladies, starting with a reception and buffet supper on Sunday evening, June 25, at The Hyde Park Hotel. On Monday, the 26th, they had busses take us to the Royal Masonic Hospital, which I was of course much interested in. However, may I say that it is no better than our Home or Hospital although they do perform all types of operations and also have therapy for those recovering. On the evening of the 26th at 5:30 p.m., there was a reception for the ladies and brethren at the St. James Palace. This was a dress affair and we were all greeted by the Duke of Kent. Then the ladies were taken to theatres and afterwards to dinner parties and the brethren to dinners at the Savoy and Grosvenor House. On the 27th, we were asked to attend a rehearsal at The Royal Albert Hall at 10:00 a.m., so that we would know how to enter and be seated at the Especial Grand Lodge Communication at 4:00 p.m. We were asked to be back at the Hall at 3:00 p.m. to line up in proper position to march in. All the Grand Masters from all Grand Jurisdictions over the world had been invited and all had a seat in the East, back of the Grand Master, each having a seat with his name on it. The Grand Representatives to the United Grand Lodge of England were seated in the seats in the front of the Hall, directly below the Grand Master. Only masters of those lodges that go to make up the United Grand Lodge of England were invited, along with the Grand Masters and Grand Representatives. No past masters or other officers or brethren were invited. There were approximately 7,500 in attendance, every seat was taken. The entire Hall with four balconies were full of brethren all dressed in their regalia. They were all in their seats when we were received. No one was admitted after we were presented. The newly elected Grand Master, The Duke of Kent, was escorted in and installed by kneeling at the Altar and taking on an obligation, after which he was presented with his Grand Master's Regalia. He then addressed the United

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Grand Lodge and did an excellent job of closing the Grand Lodge Com路 munication. This was a beautiful sight to behold; the 7,500 brethren with all their regalia and everyone with white gloves. It is an experience that I shall never forget. On the evening of the 27th, at 9:00 p.m., there was a reception in The Connaught Rooms, Great Queen Street, for all the brethren and their ladies. The Duke and Duchess of Kent were present to greet everyone personally and were most congenial. On Wednesday, the 28th, they had the day arranged for us but I decided if I was to see anything of London, I would have to spend the day on my own instead of going to the Royal Masonic School for Girls and Boys. At 5:30 p.m., on the 28th, the Grand Masters were separated into different groups and each attended individual lodges. It was my good fortune to attend Jordan Lodge No. 201, where we were received and again escorted to seats in the East. We then witnessed the conferring of a Fellowcraft Degree on a brother which was performed in a most proficient manner. The lodge then reverted to the Entered Apprentice Degree and held their business meeting, after which we were invited to another banquet. On Thursday, the 29th, we were taken by bus to Freemasons' Hall for a tour of that magnificent building. There are 19 lodge halls (as they call them temples) and also a Grand Lodge Hall with a seating capacity of 1,750. This Hall is owned and operated by the United Grand Lodge of England. We then attended a farewell buffet and luncheon at The Connaught Rooms. PENSIONS Brethren, as most of you know, when our present pension plan came before this Grand Lodge in September, 1965, I opposed it. I was not opposed to a pension plan but rather to this particular one, I am still opposed to it. I am recommending that the pension plan be changed as to the amount and also the age of retirement and think we should include all employees of the Grand Lodge. I am having such a proposal presented which is substantially the same as the present one at the Masonic Home of Missouri. DECISIONS The Grand Master receives much mail and is asked many questions, much of this mail and most of the questions could be eliminated if the brethren would read the book of Constitution and By-laws. The majority of the questions asked I could easily answer by referring the brethren to the right section of the By-laws and therefore it was not necessary to make a decision. However, there have been some very serious questions which have taken a lot of time, study and advice to answer. I

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In 1960 Brother Schlenker moved to Lombard, Illinois, and lived there for five years. He then moved to his present address in Elmhurst, Illinois, and attended Pleiades Lodge No. 478. In 1966 the secretary of this lodge wrote to the Grand Secretary of Missouri requesting the Masonic record of Brother Schlenker. The lodge records indicated that Brother Schlenker was deceased in 1964. Our Grand Secretary indicated to the Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of Illinois that Brother Schlenker would have to be reinstated, as according to Grand Lodge By-laws, he was automatically suspended. After much correspondence between the Grand Secretary of Missouri and the Grand Secretary of Illinois, this was brought to my attention. I was asked by Erwin Lodge No. 121 to issue a healing order for Brother Schlenker. After going through the correspondence and seeing a photostatic copy of Brother Schlenker's life membership card, I did not think it was necessary to issue a healing order. However, I believe this was adjusted by our Grand Secretary. On May 26, 1967, I addressed a communication to the Grand Secretary stating that there had been many mistakes made by Erwin Lodge No. 121 in their actions. First, for issuing a life membership card in 1950, as this is strictly against the Grand Lodge By-laws. Second, there seems to be no record of the $10.00 each year paid to Erwin Lodge No. 121 by Brother Schlenker. Third, there is no record of any action by Erwin Lodge No. 121 for the years 1962 and 1963. Fourth, there was no reason to show that the brother was deceased. Fifth, Erwin Lodge No. 121 should not indicate that Brother Schlenker was reinstated. I therefore ordered that all records of Erwin Lodge No. 121 and of the Grand Lodge of Missouri be changed to indicate that this brother has been in continuous good standing since he was raised on March 26, 1920. As Bro. Adolph Schlenker was an innocent victim of the irregularities which have occurred and therefore there should be no break in his membership from now until March 26, 1970, when Brother Schlenker will be eligible for 50 years recognition by the Grand Lodge and presentation of a 50-year button. The lodge may collect dues from Brother Schlenker or, if, it is necessary, remit his dues until March 26, 1970, by order of Russell E. Murray, Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Missouri, Ancient Free and Accepted Masons.

II Bro. N. B. Green, Secretary of Fairfax Lodge No. 483, wanted to know if it was permissible for the incoming master of that lodge to be installed by his brother-in-law, who is a Past Master of an Iowa lodge. Our officers of Missouri lodges are declared duly and legally installed in the name of the Grand Lodge of Missouri and as he was not a member of the Grand Lodge of Missouri, my ruling was that it would not be legal.

III The question arose as to whether it was permissible to place the Koran on the Altar. This matter has come up before and there has never been a

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definite ruling or decision that would be final for a later date. I questioned the advisability of placing the Koran on the Altar but finally ruled that it would be permissible provided the Holy Bible also remained on the Altar.

IV Last November, R.W. Bro. A. R. Mottesheard of the 54th Masonic District, informed me of some difficulties of Crane Lodge No. 519, regarding black-balling and also that the secretary had refused to turn the books over to the auditor. The lodge owned a cemetery and all their money and legal documents were in the name of the secretary. Through our D.D.G.M., R.W. Bro. Mottesheard, I ordered that the secretary, Bro. David Holderman, submit to the master of Crane Lodge No. 519, all records, receipts, books, titles and any other items pertaining to the operation of business of Crane Lodge No. 519 and the Masonic Cemetery, who in turn, could have the books audited. I understand this was carried out before January 1. I have ordered the master to have a re-ballot on all candidates who have been rejected in the last 12 months. There were sufficient reasons to have some of the brethren in the lodge expelled which I assured them that I would do if they were to continue to black-ball all the candidates. However, the master has assured me that the conditions in Crane Lodge No. 519 are much better and I hope that this is the conclusion of this situation. FLORISSANT LODGE NO.

668

Florissant Lodge No. 668, Berkeley, St. Louis County, 57th District, was set to work under dispensation in 1958, and was chartered by order of the Grand Lodge at its Annual Communication in 1959. Its membership has increased steadily. The number reported in Grand Lodge proceedings of 1958 was 32, the number reported in Proceedings of 1966 was 189. Shortly after my term of office as Grand Master began, a controversy within Florissant Lodge came to my attention. Stated as briefly as possible the problem was this: In March, 1965, certain members of Florissant Lodge caused the formation of a not-for-profit corporation known as Florissant Hall Association. Membership in this Association was limited to members of Florissant Lodge No. 668, A.F. & A.M., recommended by one bonafide member of the Association and elected by two-thirds majority of the members present. In a letter which he addressed to Bro. Harry A. Hall, then Chairman of the Building Supervisory Board of this Grand Lodge, on June 12, 1966, Bro. Frank S. Lofton, a leading figure in the formation of the Association, stated its purposes as follows. The plan for a building in the Florissant area which was adopted by the Florissant Hall Association was to encourage the construction of an edifice for Florissant Lodge No. 668, Florissant Chapter No. 161, a.E.s., the Florissant Trowel Club, etc.

It was anticipated that Florissant Lodge No. 668 and Florissant Chapter No. 161 would participate in the funding and ownership of this edifice, etc.

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The controversy referred to above was over the question as to whether or not Florissant Hall Association should be approved by the Building Supervisory Board of the Grand Lodge before any funds of Florissant Lodge could be turned over to it. One faction within the lodge contended such approval was unnecessary before the time when any funds of the lodge which were turned over to the Hall Association were actually "Committed" to building purposes. Another faction, supported by advice which it had solicited from and had obtained from sources it considered reliable contended otherwise, and their contention was supported by the 1965-1966 District Deputy Grand Master for the 57th District. On about February 20, 1967, Florissant Lodge transferred $4,422.78 of its funds to Florissant Hall Association under an agreement which in part, was as follows: Any and all funds invested in the Florissant Hall Association by Florissant Lodge No. 668 can be withdrawn together with all accumulated interest at any time upon written notice from the Board of Trustees.

Before the transfer of money by Florissant Lodge to the Hall Association was made, the Building Supervisory Board of this Grand Lodge was requested to rule upon the propriety of a participation by the lodge with the Association in the furnishing of funds to it before its formation had been approved by that Board. The Board examined into the matter and reported as its decision that the lodge "should not participate in any way with Florissant Hall Association in the furnishing of funds to be eventually used for building purposes under the charter, by-laws, proposals and agreements between Florissant Lodge No. 668 and Florissant Hall Association as they have been presented to your Board." (This decision was made after the transfer of funds mentioned above had already been made.) The decision was sent to the lodge. Because of reports I received that certain members of the lodge, particularly of those who were active in the promotion of the Hall Association, were dissatisfied with the Building Supervisory Board's decision and were determined that it should not be applicable to the Hall Association, and in the belief that for the best interests of the Craft and for the protection of the lodge I should do all within my power to remedy the situation, I notified the lodge that I would appear at its June 13, 1967 meeting to explain my ideas about it and my position with reference to it. I had told several past and present Grand Lodge Officers and the District Deputy Grand Master for the 57th District of my plan and purpose. Several attended the meeting. At the meeting of June 13, at which I was received with utmost courtesy and respect, I reviewed the situation as I understood it in some detail. In my review I made reference to the conclusion of the Building Supervisory Board, with which I said I was in agreement and reminded those in attendance that it had been suggested that certain changes in the Articles of Association and in the By-laws of the Hall Association would cure all difficulties, but such suggestions had not met with favorable response. I did not receive responses indicating that the contending parties could

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settle their differences voluntarily, and so I decided to do what I had prepared to do but had hoped would be unnecessary-I delivered to the lodge a written memorandum, which included the following: Upon the evidence produced to ruling: The Hall Association must Lodge to Florissant Lodge. In view of the fact that I want Grand Master this is to be completed

me as Grand Master I make the following return any money that belongs to Florissant this situation cleared up during my term as in its entirety by August 25, 1967.

Thereafter I received a number of protests from members of the lodge who continued to declare that the Building Supervisory Board's approval was not required, and that my action was without justification. Nevertheless, the lodge did proceed to recover its money from the Hall Association. The Hall Association responded to the lodge's withdrawal notice. This, I believe puts an end to the controversy. I would not have the manner in which I acted in this matter construed as meaning that I would discourage the erection of buildings for the use by Masonic bodies, or the participation in such projects by lodges. On the contrary, I would encourage such activities. I would, however, remind the lodges that the provisions of our By-laws with reference to Building Associations are for their protection and for the protection of the Fraternity, and should be observed. Brethren, after the problems that I have had and the decisions that have been necessary to render, I am of the opinion that there are still a few little men in our Fraternity but the bi?; men so far outnumber these little men, that it is best to forget the little ones. APPRECIATION I have much to offer thanks for; in all the miles I have traveled (approximately 40,000) the weather has been exceptionally fine. I laid a cornerstone on January 22, a beautiful sunshiny day. temperature 68-70 degrees. Only one trip during the entire year was the weather bad. That was the installation at Trilumina Lodge No. 205, Marshall, Missouri, on December 27, 1966. There are many organizations and brethren to whom I would like to express my appreciation: The Square Club of the 33rd and 57th District for the testimonial dinner at the Scottish Rite, October 31, 1966, and the nice trophy and many other courtesies extended to me; the International Supreme Council Order of DeMolay for bestowing on me the Honorary Legion of Honor; The Wardens and Masters Clubs of Kansas City and St. Louis and St. Louis County for the courtesies extended to me; the very fine meeting of the 15th Masonic District in Hannibal, February 11, 1967, under the direction of R.W. Bro. Henry Burkhead; and to the lodges for the many gifts and trophies that have been presented to me. There are many individuals I would like to mention but I will limit it to a few. M.W. Bro. Frank P. Briggs for appointing me in Grand Lodge line; M.W. Bro. Richard O. Rumer for the many times he has responded to requests; M.W. Bro. Martin Dickinson; M.W. Bro. Robert L. Aronson; and M.W. Bro. Morris E. Ewing for their assistance. The Chairman of the Jurisprudence Committee, R.W. Bro. Harry Gershenson, whom I have called on many times to assist me in making decisions.

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I wish also to thank the District Deputy Grand Masters for their very fine assistance and especially the District Deputies from the 33rd and 57th District and the group of P~st District Deputy Grand Masters who have traveled with me and gave me their support and assistance on the many cornerstones and dedications. R.W. Bro. Rev. J. C. Montgomery, Jr. for the many times he has been present at my meetings. To R.W Bro. Lewis C. Robertson for his support and help, furnishing me with information, and especially to R.W. Bro. Herman Orlick in helping to prepare for this Grand Lodge session; and to my wife Lee, who has traveled many miles with me during the year. In conclusion, we have had three Grand Lodge Officers meetings during the year where we have held open discussions on all subjects pertaining to the operation of the Grand Lodge and decisions I have made. I wish to thank them for their support and many courtesies they have extended me. Within a few hours you will elect a new Grand Master. R.W. Bro. Wm. R. Denslow is well qualified to take over and I am sure the line officers will give him the same loyal support they have given me. Finally, my brethren, as this association has been formed and perfected in so much unanimity and concord in which we greatly rejoice, so may it long continue. May you long enjoy every satisfaction and delight which disinterested friendship can afford. May kindness and brotherly affection distinguish your conduct as men and as Masons. And may the tenets of our profession be transmitted through your lodge, pure and unimpaired, from generation to generation. Fraternally submitted, RUSSELL E. MURRAY, Grand Master. R.W. Bro. William R. Denslow, at the conclusion of the Grand Master's address, stated that it would be referred to the Committee on Grand Master's Address. NOMINATIONS FOR MASONIC HOME BOARD

The following were nominated for election to the Masonic Home Board. Barney L. Aterbury D. Jefferson Lance Edward A. Lang CALLED FROM LABOR

The Grand Lodge was called from labor at noon, Grand Chaplain R.W. Bro. J. C. Montgomery, Jr., offering prayer.

Monday Afternoon Called to Labor 1:30· p.rn. The Grand Lodge was called to Labor at 1:30 p.m., R.W. Bro. Montgomery, Jr., Grand Chaplain, offering prayer.

J. C.

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON BY·LAWS

M.W. Bro. Martin B. Dickinson, read the Report of the Committee on ByLaws, and moved that it be received. Motion seconded and carried, and the report is as follows: The Committee on By-Laws reports that promptly after the 1966 Annual Communication it prepared the ninth annual pocket part to the 1958 Annotated Constitution and By-Laws. This supplement cOlltained all amendments, standing resolutions, and annotations of approved decisions and other actions of the Grand Lodge subsequent to those included in the bound volume. The 1966 actions of the Grand Lodge on matters of law were summarized, and the several proposals to amend the By-Laws and pending resolutions were set out. At the direction of the Grand Master the pocket part contained the complete directory of the Grand Lodge, for easy current reference. ROBERT C. BRINKMAN, ORESTES MITCHELL, JR., RICHARD MARTIN

RUMER, DICKINSON,

Chairman.

REPORT OF MISSOURI LODGE OF RESEARCH

M.W. Bro. Martin B. Dickinson, Worshipful Master, read the report of the Missouri Lodge of Research, and moved it be received. Motion seconded and carried and the report is as follows: Missouri Lodge of Research proudly reports another year of outstanding service to Freemasonry in both the number of Freemasons served and the value given. This record is attributable primarily to the untiring effort of our Editor, Lewis C. (Wes) Cook, and our indefatigable and perennial secretary, now also treasurer, A. W. (Whit) Griffith, with the aid of many devoted brethren, of whom the Worshipful Master has been of little help. By reason of the program offered and the continuing esteem of the Lodge of Research throughout Freemasonry, in Missouri and elsewhere, our membership has increased sharply, and now is 1,537. No genuinely interested Missouri Freemason can afford to be without this membership. The principal publication distributed this year, undoubtedly one of the most outstanding items in the history of the Lodge of Research, is the first volume of the monumental work of Henry ·Wilson· Coil, Sr., Freemasonry Throu.gh Six Centu.ries. We were fortunate to obtain the privilege of publishing this work, which will stand as a landmark for many years in Masonic history and research. The reception accorded it was tremendous but deserved. It proved necessary to reprint, and we were able in so doing to sell one thousand copies to the Macoy Publishing Com· pany for resale by it, with material aid to our budget. The second volume of this work is to be published in the coming year. I urge

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that all who wish to know where Freemasonry has been, so that we may have some guide for where we are going, become members of the Lodge of Research so as to receive this second volume, and also arrange to obtain the first volume, if the supply holds out. In addition to this great book, we distributed to all our members, as usual, the "Masonic Review" prepared by M.W. Bro. Bruce H. Hunt, the Grand Master's Address of M.W. Bro. A. Basey Vanlandingham, and the Report of the Masonic Home, all presented at the Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge in 1966. In the coming year, it is expected that we wiII be able to distribute a bonus book to our membership. For many years the Lodge of Research was subsidized by the Grand Lodge, to the extent of $1,000 per year. This year the Lodge of Research felt that notwithstanding its extensive program, it could stand on its own feet, and it suggested that no such appropriation be made for 1967-68, reserving the privilege of asking for an appropriation for later years. An important accession to the library of the Lodge of Research, housed at the Truman Library in Independence, was the bequest by our late M.W. Bro. Henry C. Chiles of his Masonic library and various memorabilia. These have been delivered to us, and have been sorted and arranged in part. A big job remains to be done in connection with our library, in arranging and making accessible the items of value therein. The customary breakfast was held preceding the opening of the Grand Chapter, R.A.M., with Colonel Charles B. Schweizer as our speaker. He brought us up to date on :French Masonry in a very interesting way. Attendance was larger than anticipated, but all were served. The customary breakfast in connection with this communication of the Grand Lodge wiII be held Tuesday morning, September 26, with a program which is expected to be both unusual and interesting to those who attend. The annual meeting of the Lodge of Research will be held at 4:00 p.m. Monday, September 25, in the Masonic Temple, at which time I look forward to the installation of R.W. Bro. Richard H. Bennett as Worshipful Master for the forthcoming year. I am sure that with the aid of Wes Cook and Whit Griffith, and the officers and members generally, Dick wiII have a highly successful and productive year. My thanks go to all of those who have done the real work of the Lodge of Research this year, those whom I have named and all others whom I cannot name. MARTIN B. DICKINSON, Worshij"Jful Mastel". REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON GRAND MASTER'S ADDRESS

M.W. Bro. A. Basey Vanlandingham read the report of the Committee on Grand Master's address and moved its adoption. Motion seconded and carried, and is as follows: To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, Ancient, Free and AccelJted Masons: RRETHREN: The Committee on the Grand Master's Address begs leave to report as follows: We commend the Grand Master for his many visitations and good work during his tenure in office. We further commend him for the concise and well-delivered address and know that from his wealth of experiences as Grand Master he has given his recommendations a great deal of consideration before offering them. Those portions of the address dealing with decisions and Masonic law are reo spectfully referred to the Committee on Jurisprudence. Those portions of the address dealing- Il"ith the ritual arc respectfully referred to the Committee 011 Ritual.

1967

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

"\Vc think it inappropriate at this time to comment on the merits of the recommendations and proposals contained in the address as they will be given due consideration by the Grand Lodge. The members of this Committee congratulate M.W. Bro. Russell E. Murray, Grand Master, on having had a successful administration, and take pleasure in welcoming him into the ranks of Past Grand Masters. And, further, this Committee, along with all other members of the Grand Lodge, wish for him many more years of loyal service to his family, the Masonic Fraternity and community. Fraternally submitted, A. BASEY VANLANDINGHAM, Chairman, JA:\U:S M. SELLERS, G EORGF;

F â&#x20AC;˘ MORRISON,

ORESTES MITCHELL, JR.,

BRUCE H. HUNT,

FORREST MORRIS

MARTIN

DONNELL, EWING,

BRADFORD,

RICHARD

WILLIAM

DICKINSON, CRAIG,

HAROLD

M. JAYNE,

ROBERT

H. O.

RUMER,

ARONSON,

GRAUEL.

REPORT OF GRAND SECRETARY

R.W. Bro. Elmer W. Wagner presented the report of the Grand Secretary, which was received, and is as follows: SUMMARY OF LODGE WORK

Total Membership, June 30, 1967 Net Loss ........ ' Initiated Passed Raised

. .

II 5,968

1,315 2,806 2,399 2,383

SPECIAL ORDER OF HEALING

Mechanicsville Lodge No. 260 re Louis Denver Phipps and Dallas Ray Gramling. COMMISSIONS TO DEPUTIES

Commissions were issued to all the District Deputy Grand Masters. DUPLICATE CHARTERS

Duplicate charters were issued to the following lodges: Billings Lodge No. 379

Morley Lodge No. 184

CHARTERS ARRESTED

None. LODGES CONSOLIDATED

Olean Lodge No. 134, Olean, Mo., consolidated with Ionia Lodge No. 381, Eldon, Mo., on December 29, 1966. COURTESIES

Fifty-eight requests have been made to Sister Jurisdictions to confer degrees for Missouri lodges; and 73 requests have been made to Missouri lodges by Sister Jurisdictions.

pROCEEDINGS OF THE

1967

DISPENSATIONS

By order of Grand Master Murray dispensations were issued as follows: October 17, 1966, to Wor. Master of Crestwood Lodge No. 669, Crestwood, Mo., to hold special communication at Valley Park Masonic Temple, 439 Meramec Station Road, Valley Park, Mo., on Saturday, October 22, 1966, at 8:00 a.m., for the purpose of conferring the M.M. degree on four (4) proficient Fellow Crafts. October 17, 1966, to M.W. firo. Martin B. Dickinson, P.G.M., Kansas City, Mo., to dedicate temple of Grandview Lodge No. 618 at 1800 High Grove, Grandview, Mo., on Saturday, October 22, 1966 at 2:00 p.m., for Masonic use and purposes. October 27, 1966, to Wor. Master of Cache Lodge No. 416, St. Louis, Mo., to hold public installation of officers at Pomegranate Temple, 3311 Pennsylvania Ave., St. Louis, 1\10., on Saturday, December 10, 1966, at 8:00 p.m. October 28, 1966, to M.W. firo. Morris E. Ewing, P.G.M., Morrisville, Mo., to lay cornerstone and dedicate new Elementary School Ruilding at Fair Play, Mo., on Sunday, November 13, 1966, at 2:00 p.m. November 11, 1966, to Wor. Master of Cornerstone Lodge No. 323, St. Louis, Mo., to confer the Degrees of Freemasonry upon Luther Farrell Moody, 749 Buckley Road, St. Louis, Mo. 63125, according to Section 13.110, and under the direction of the Grand Lecturer or his representative. November 11, 1966, to Wor. Master of Good Hope Lodge No. 218, St. Louis, Mo., to hold their stated communication and installation of officers on Saturday, December 3, 1966, at Meridian Temple, 4500 Donovan Avenue, St. Louis, Mo. Nov. 18, 1966, to Wor. Master of East Gate Lodge No. 630, Kansas City, Mo., to confer the Degrees of Freemasonry upon Frank \Villiam I'isher, known to the lodge, according to Section 13.ll0, and under the direction of the Grand Lecturer or his representative. November 22, 1966, to Wor. Master of Wentzville Lodge No. 46, Wentzville, Mo., to hold public installation of officers for Wentzville Lodge No. 46 in the Fort Zumwalt High School auditorium, O'Fallon, Mo., on Saturday, November 26, 1966, at 8:00 p.m. November 22, 1966, to R.W. Rro. Walter L. \Valker, Junior Grand Steward, Neosho, Mo., to consecrate and dedicate new lodge hall of Decatur Lodge No. 400 at Pierce City, Mo., on Sunday, November 27, 1966, at 2:00 p.m. December 9, 1966, to Wor. Master of Bogard Lodge No. 101, Bogard, Mo., to hold special election of its officers on Tuesday, December 13, 1966. December 13, 1966, to Wor. Master of GaIt Lodge No. 123, Galt, Mo., to hold their annual election of officers at their next stated communication on Friday, December 23, 1966. December 27, 1966, to Wor. Master of Algabil Lodge No. 544, St. Louis, Mo., to hold installation of their officers at the Scottish Rite Cathedral, 3637 Lindell RIvd., St. Louis, Mo., on Friday, January 13, 1967. December 30, 1966, to Wor. Master, Mizpah Lodge No. 639, St. Louis County, 1\'10., to hold installation of their officers for 1967 in the Fellowship Hall of Independent Congregational Church, 11370 Old Halls Ferry Road, on Tuesday, January 3,1967, at 8:00 p.m. March 8, 1967, to Wor. Master of St. John's Lodge No. 28, Hannibal, Mo., to confer the Degrees of Freemasonry upon James E. Cash, known to the lodge, according to Section 13.1 10, and under the direction of the Grand Lecturer or his representative. March 16, 1967, to R.W. Bro. William R. Denslow, Deputy Grand Master, Trenton, Mo., to dedicate new temple of Union Star Lodge No. 124, Union Star, Mo., on Saturday, April 1, 1967, for Masonic purposes.

1967

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

April 24, 1967, to War. Master of Mizpah Lodge No. 639, St. Louis County, Mo., to hold their next stated communication on Tuesday, May 2, 1967, at the Ferguson Temple, 25 S. Clark Avenue, Ferguson, Mo.; and all future meetings until such time as Mizpah Lodge No. 639 can build a new temple. May 5, 1967, to Wor. Master of Koshkonong Lodge No. 582, Koshkonong, Mo., to hold the next two stated meetings of Koshkonong Lodge No. 582, on Wednesday, May 10, 1967, and Wednesday, June 14, 1967, in the hall of Woodside Lodge No. 387 at Thomasville, Mo. May 31, 1967, to Wor. Master of Ferguson Lodge No. 542, :Ferguson, Mo., to confer the degrees upon Robert Alfred Owens, according to Section 13.110 and under the direction of the Grand Lecturer or his representative. June 12, 1967, to M.W. Bro. Martin B. Dickinson, P.G.M., Kansas City, Mo., to lay cornerstone of new Methodist Church, located at 39th and Phelps Road in Independence, Mo., on Sunday, July 9, 1967, at 2:00 p.m. July 3, 1967, to Wor. Master of Star Lodge No. 419, Taberville, Mo., to confer the Degrees of Freemasonry on Terry Lee Harra, who lives in Fort Scott, Kans. (Lodge has approval from the Grand Master of Kansas). July 6, 1967, to Wor. Master of Golden Lodge No. 475, Golden City, Mo., to hold its annual election of officers on Tuesday, July II, 1967, instead of their regular election day of Tuesday, May 9, 1967. August 4, 1967, to Wor. Master of Senath Lodge No. 513, Senath, Mo., for permission to use the hall of Kennett Lodge No. 68, Kennett, Mo., on Saturday, August 19, 1967, to confer the Master Mason degree on Bro. Glen Franklin Wiggs, a Fellow Craft of Senath Lodge No. 513. August 4, 1967, to Wor. Master of Branson Lodge No. 587, Branson, Mo., to confer the degrees upon Dr. Wm. C. Magness, according to Section 13.1I0, and under the direction of the Grand Lecturer or his representative. September 8, 1967, to Wor. Master of Euclid Lodge No. 505, Overland, Mo., for permission to hold its annual election of officers on Monday, September II, 1967, in lieu of their annual election date of Monday, September 25, 1967, the date of the Grand Lodge Communication this year. September 13, 1967, to Wor. Master of Crane Lodge No. 519, Crane, Mo., to re-ballot on five candidates which had been rejected within the last 12 months. September 22, 1967, to Wor. Master of Kirkwood Lodge No. 484, Kirkwood, Mo., to hold its annual election of officers on Monday, October 9, 1967, in lieu of Monday, September 25, 1967, the date of the Grand Lodge Communication this year. GRAND REPRESENTATIVES

The Grand Master appointed the following Grand Representatives: Willy R. Olsen Floriano de Oliveira Daniel Urday

Norway Pernambuco (Brazil) Peru

NOMINATIONS FOR GRAND REPRESENTATIVES

None FIFTY-YEAR BUTTONS PRESENTED

Name of Brother Basil W. Gibson Walter Theodore Schrenk George Talley

Lodge Hardin Rolla Santa Fe

No.

322 213 462

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

William C. Hewitt Harry S. Bischoff Arthur H. Harter S. Lawrence Griffin Edgar B. Wilke Ferd D. Lahmeyer Allie ]. Cook hank R. Davis Herman Roberts John Ralph Walls Harry C. Sauer David Kirsh George Kumiller Walter E. Clark Holman T. Ham Thomas L. Hayes !'red W. Blanche Clifford B. Shell I. Newt Hines Hubert E. Rogers William H. Kehlenbrink Donald G. Oshner Walter C. Pait, Sr. Everett W. Meng Hubert Dale Williams Joe D. }'erguson Frank E. Toalson Leon C. Feinstein William George Polster Thomas W. Cobb 째D. Ray Witherup George V. Raker Edward Spurgeon Robert S. Thornburgh Edward C. Sanner J. Earl Houdashelt Donald D. Kelly J. Guy Bailey Arthur }'. Carson Basil H. Perrett W. Paul Noland George A. Bailey Louis V. Lohman Oliver M. Chapman Fred Bauer Harry M. Bennett Alexander Marshall Albert R. Heideman Fred W. Baening Millard F. Chambers William E. Turner Glen Rice Andrew N. Baker James Lingen Pa~ley George C. Sutton

St. Andrews Lambskin Lambskin Tebbetts Mt. Moriah Belle Berlin Ca')s Glenwood Ivanhoe Polar Star Polar Star Tower Grove St. John's Platte City Ash Grove Anchor Cypress Summersville Greensburg Mizpah LaBelle Beacon Hebron Hebron Pattonsburg Sturgeon Triangle Triangle Gate City Gate City Chilhowee Williamstown Polar Star Polar Star Sheffield Tuscan Belton Rural Clay Compass Evergreen Jefferson Magnolia Magnolia St. :Francisville Good Hope Poplar Bluff Kansas City Kansas City Linn Gorin Green Ridge Shamrock Wellington

1967 96 460 460 565 40 373 378 147 427 446 79 79

631 28 504 100 443 227 555 414 639 222 3

354 354 65

174 638 638 522 522 487 370 79 79

625 360 450 316 207 120 27 43 626 626

588 218 209 220 220 326 72 425 585 22

1967

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Andrew J. Stephens James C. Campbell Spencer M. Thomas Richard F. Eads Oscar F. Holke Eugene D. Miller Lafe Howard Curtis E. Blattner Marshall E. Cragg Roy Snyder Isaac C. Barlow Lester D. Goebbels T. H. Storms Charles Beck Alexander Ellis Walter Charles Mcibaum George W. Lenck Albert L. Meyer Harrison Shiffner John William White Roy B. Rupard Samuel J. Moore John W. Aull J. S. N. Farquahar John B. Boyd Sherman Henkins Baxter Gaulding George W. Baxter Oscar G. Sanders William Oscar Chalk Carl F. Lueke Earl P. Blanton George W. Shelby, Jr. Best W. Sharp John E. Hoffhaus Oscar C. Peters H. Joe McKinney George Oral Smith G. Whitney Curyea Clyde S. Burris Glenn Henderson James M. Allton Carlos C. Ransdall Andrew Wallace Jarman James A. Armstrong Louis F. Bill A. Howard Edmonds Clarence C. Denson William A. DeJarnatt Clyde J. Duckworth Odie D. Emberton Clifford V. Haver Charles A. Carswell, Sr. Walter A. Jesse Roy L. Owen

Ivanhoe Ivanhoe Tuscan Adair McDonald Granite Hermann Wellsville East Gate Sedalia Apollo Benjamin Franklin Grain Valley Meridian Mizpah West Gate Cache Cache Mt. Washington Poplar Bluff Clay Clay Clay Marcus Laclede Hamilton Sampson Aurora Lambskin Farmington Erwin Sullivan Charleston Gate City Gate City Gate City Jacksonville Latimer Latimer Orient Conway Acacia St. Joseph Bee Hive Ingomar Meridian Shekinah United Temple Temple Temple Temple Temple Temple Temple

446 446 360 366 324 272

123 194 630 236 529 642 644 2 639 445 416 416 614

209 207 207 207 110 83 224

298 267 460 132 121 69 407 522 522 522

541 145 145

546 528 602

78 393 536 2 256 5

299 299 299 299 299 299 299

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Ray A. Richter Arthur J. Swap Wayne Withrow Franklin James Doak Otis C. Struthers Edward L. Wyland H. H. Johnson Nathaniel Guy Barringer Adolph Gloor, Jr. Anthony Blest Harold Gavin Leedy W. C. Riggs Harry Stengel Lewis A. Lincoln Charles Barnard Binion Louis P. Zitzman Henry W. Ells Homer Hayward George E. Rutledge Harry Preston Mack Hubert Berry West James S. Miller Iva Sherwood Samuel R. Harris Maurice Thompson Rowe Francis McCrea Mike Rudolph Fink Joseph S. Weiss Elvis Herman Kennedy Arthur E. Lohman Drane Wilkinson Fred Livingston Kenneth Nye Robinson Alvin Deral Foster Edwin A. Smith George C. Bauer William A. Dickinson William G. Hea th Robert F. Kotsrean Louis Hardin Lindsey Stratford L. Morton Joseph S. Shultz, Jr. Archie B. Spradling Otto H. Zinke Anthony C. Pointer Albert Guze Morris Slochman Edward E. Mansur Joseph B. Latshaw, Sr. John W. Sawyer, Sr. Thomas H. Brading Joe S. Bridges Reuben Elza Daniel Frank L. Martin John C. Palmer

Temple Temple Temple South Gate South Gate Bridgeton Belle Pomegranate Pomegranate Pomegranate Plattsburg Parrott Gardenville Gate City Monett Columbia Coopcr Melville Perryville West Gate West Gate Craig Huntsville Cold Spring Mystic Tie Rolla Rolla Pomegranate Wellston Cornerstone Cornerstone Ava Corinthian Osage Montrose Webster Groves Webster Groves Webster Groves Webster Groves Webster Groves Webster Groves Webster Groves 'Webster Groves 'Vebster Groves Clifton Heig'hts Clifton Heigh ts Clifton Heights Jefferson Caruthersville Caruthersville Gate City Gate City Centralia Hume Fidelity

1967 299 299 299 547 547 80 373 95

95 95 113

308 655 522 129 534 36

458 670 445 445 606

30 274 221 213 213 95 613 323

323 26 265 303 408 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 520 520 520 43

461 461 522 .1)22 59 130

339

1967

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Harry H. Harris Harry Everett Maupin Claud V. Gaugler Frank W. Towne Robert P. Livesay Verne Cole John Heidecker Ralph H. Nichols Alonzo A. Harrison Louis W. Klein Henry Kleberger George F. Durham Herman Epstein George McDonald Thomas C. McClure Ben L. McMullin Allen Matthews Handy L. Smith Wilkie B. Cunnyngham Hugo Schick June Brooks, Sr. Clifford R. Harland Christian H. Pingel Harry Lester Southern Harvey G. McMillen Edgar M. James George V. Koons Lande L. Watts Zeno L. Morgan Abc Diamant David A. Rector Wilbur L. Reimcnsnider George R. Young John P. Willis Harry L. Jacobs Samuel Berkovitz Albert J. Hakan Frank E. Fields Louis Blond Clarence T. Smallwood Meyer Rosenberg Fcrdinard Gallo Louis Lowenstein Bernard J. Franklin Max Koenigsdorf Lee D. Seelig Morris Hurst Ernest M. Adler Joseph H. Epstein Peter J. Obmann Alois J. Ruh Archie N. Wimmcr Ralph E. Bridges Walter W. Schanbachcr Milton L. Doerbaum

Gate City Poplar Bluff Sarcoxie Adair Christian Kansas City Magnolia Parrott Sikeston Wcstport Beacon Zeredatha Cornerstone Meridian Sikeston Sikeston Sikeston Sikeston Pleasant AIgabiI United Gate City Maplewood "\Varrenton Charity Competition Cold Spring Ivanhoe Heroine Heroine Heroine Heroine Heroine Heroine Heroine Heroine Heroine Heroine Heroine Heroine Heroine Heroine Heroine Heroine Heroinc Heroine Heroine Heroine Heroine Cache Cache Hermon St. John's St. John's Anchor

522 209 293 366 392 220 626 308 310 340 3

189 323 2

310 310 310 310 160 544 5

522 566 609 331 432 274 446 104 104 104 104 104 104 104 104 104 104 104 104 104 104 104 104 104 104 104 104 104 416 416

187 28 28 443

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Albert D. Bennett Earl H. Campbell Charles Messerle Fred W. Gardner Arthur W. Wernle Grand U. Tooley Frederick Conrad Haub Guy S. Tubbs William Saulsbury David F. Studebaker Walter Patrick Ricard Ivan Lee Holt Earl B. Yates Henry Brueggeman O. O. Gilliworth, Sr. Phillip Schilling Leon K. Schmoll Theodore Sam uels Truman Homer Aehle, Sr. Charles H. Hartman John W. Morey Harry Roth Elmer L. Yackel Nathan Porter Arthur B. Cox James T. Huls W. H. Roach, Sr. Herbert Couch Hezzie Graham Clyde C. Miles Raney P. Mosher Oliver Stiegemeyer 路William H. Koppen Harry W. Pohle Fred G. Teubner Jacob J. Demuth Robert E. Allison Dwight N. Anderson Everett L. Brown Ernest L. Coffin Robert C. 1\'ewman Oscar Ray Robinson Adolph August Stille John Artie Young George Frank Price E. Law Golladay Walter D. Storms Houston B. McColl George Alt'ichuh Harold L. Hurt Harold M. Austin Frank C. Tucker Christopher James Melvin Arthur J. Butler Fred Koenig

Hamilton Northeast Clifton Heights Tuscan Mizpah Mizpah Evergreen Barnesville Ingomar Putnam Strafford Tuscan 'Vestport Mt. Moriah Mt. Moriah St. Louis St. Louis St. Louis Rose Hill Beacon Beacon Beacon Lambskin Salem Salisbury Sikeston Canopy Commonwealth Farmington King Hill Lanes Prairie Magnolia Magnolia Magnolia Magnolia Wellston Gate City Gate City Gate City Rose HilI Rose Hill Star of the 'Vest Clayton '/ Doric Doric Holden Mt. Zion Mosaic Olive Branch Stockton Wakanda St. Mark's Wellston Polar Star Polar Star

1967 224 643 520 360 639 639 27 353 536 190

60R 360 340 40 40 20 20 20 550 3

3 3

\ 460 225 20R 310

284 654 132 376 531 626 626 626 626 6]3 522 :'22 :'22 550 5:')0 ]33

601 300 300 262 327 351 576 283 52 93 613 79 79

1967

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Benjamin E. Riehl Douglas Presley Harry E. Rose William G. Walker Arth ur L. Pickerell Meyer Serkes Walter H. Freudenberg William Virgil Stevenson William Franklin Atchison Robert A. Belshe Artie Z. Kinder Thomas O. Sims Arthur Raymond Bogan Reginald George Turner Albert Chidester .J. William Colley Charles B. Howard Ross Clarence Shannon Walter Watkins Louis O. Raacke Stuart H. Romanowski Michael Becker George Lee Roy Gamp George Murphy l~rank A. Miller Solomon Levin Thomas J. Gabbert Lester B. Thomas J. L. Fizzell Doyle D. Bonnewits Charles Harrell E. J. McCallum Minor T. Smith Claud F. Acree William Prentice Young Willis G. Hamm Louis Pitzer Norman Oscar 'Vegner Earl Robert Schulz Gustave C. Walther Henry E. Chapman Allie Jameson Joseph Morton Tuttle Charles K. Summersby Ross B. Cameron Charles W. Oldham Abion Anderson Earl D. Stumpf Emmett F. Slezak MeIse Olson Henry G. Sellman Joseph Ondr George B. Gruet John R. Randle Errett M. Lyter

Polar Star Troy Zeredatha Centertown Sheffield Twilight Clifton Heigh ts Latimer Linn Creek Richland Wayne Charity Cornerstone Ivanhoe Monett Temple Triangle Anchor Bloomfield Good Hope Good Hope Erwin Mt. Moriah Purity South Gate South Gate Tower Crove United Westport Westport Westport Westport Westport Adair Beacon Mt. Moriah Pomegranate Pomegranate St. Mark's St. Mark's Farmington Moscow Prairie Home Magnolia Magnolia Webb City Ashlar Kansas City Orient Temperance Cache Cache Cache Anchor Clarksville

79 34 189 611 625 114 520 145 152 385 526 331 323 446 129 299 638 443 ]53 2]8 2]8 ]21 40 658 547 547 631 5 340 340 340 340 340 366 3

40 95 95

93 93 132 558

503 626 626 512 306 220 546 438 416 416 416 443 17

PROCEEDINGS OF THE Arthur Blaine Ebling Eugene M. Lucke Frank Young Clarence Moore John Gay Reilly Herbert O. Bush Lawrence E. Baker Lawrence G. Buis Ernest C. Ray Herman R. Behrendt George Joseph Herrin Pinkney Danner George Mulliken Ernest M. Moore Orville L. Wright Roy S. Levering Charles Julius Voegeli Julius L. Schaefer Harry Andrae Arthur A. HassenpAug Julian Samuels Leo Niederberg William Tesch Clifford W. Ellegood Dug Thomas Paul G. Sauvain J. E. Herrington Louis Grimm 'William Gaertner Michael Halbman Roscoe K. Sturges William M. Austin Charles M. Christie Otto W路. Kunz Frederick D. Pitt Charles O. Anderson Robert C. Sizemore George H. Huntsman Paul R. Bailey James Lee Blunt Fred Miller Claud Carter Ellis 'William C. Kelso Arch E. '''ease William J. Griffey Byron C. Hedges William E. Haupt Chester Carl Sebert Edwin F. Magee Charles Leslie Stockwell Samuel S. Crasilneck George H. Karsch Guy A. Cowden Harry Jaberg Alexander '''ayne

George Washington Hannibal !taska Louisville Rolla Savannah Savannah Zeredatha Zeredatha Zeredatha Westport Composite Wayne Shelbina Shelbina Friendship Mizpah Lambskin America Ivanhoe St. Louis St. Louis Raytown Shelbina United Charity Mercer Mt. Moriah Mt. Moriah Olive Branch Friendship Temple Temple Swope Park McDonald Northeast Shekinah Hannibal Trowel Ionic Acacia Acacia Clifton Heights De Soto Clay Clay Keystone Ivanhoe Ivanhoe Ivanhoe Polar Star Farmington United Aurora Heroine

1967 9 188 420 409 213

71 71 189 189 189 340 369 526 228 228 89 639 460 347 446 20 20 391 228 5 331 35

40 40 576 89 299 299

617 324 643 256 188 440 154

602 602 520 ]]9 207 207 243 446 446 446 79 132 5

267 104

19fi7

CRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

'Villiam McClard James E. Norlin William J. McDonald Joseph C. Offutt Henry E. Brown Milton L. Daugherty Herbert J. Crosby Joseph Ephriam Weinman Fred G. 'Messerschmidt Edward R. Saxer Sumpter E. Gunn Alfred J. Mottaz Gcorge I'. Weislochcr Charles B. Miller S. E. Lewis Lawrence Lambert Hardy Oliver J. Wehmueller Felix P. Kinsley Bohumil J. Chevenka Doran D. Gerhart J esse A. Williams Eddie J. Daniel Charles R. Benner . James Bcnjamin Hogg A. Wendell Herod Samuel l~. Beckett Abe Sosland F. Earl Ramsey Clint C. Cornelius Virgil F. Anderson Dorsey Williams Gustav J. Kirburz Bertram J. Mavity Louis Kay Alden B. Park J. Wm. Davis Charles L. Bollinger Sylvester A. Skinner James J. Shackelford Allen Dewey Potts Henry S. Allen Gcorge M. Levich Charles Elledge Charles A. Severin Ray Frank Begole Louis S. Taube Carl Edward Maier David F. Knox Frank McPherson Martin P. Brown Monte C. Meyers Benjamin W. Feinstein Frank Ebanues McDonald John James Kerr J. A. Griffey

Lcadwood Sedalia Trenton Gate City Temple Theodore Roosevelt New Salem Twilight Pomegranate Charity Ionia Mokane Trilumina Bloomfield Bloomfield Hiram Naphtali Naphtali Polar Star Versailles Versailles Webb City Charity Poplar Bluff Herculaneum Temple Temple Adair Parrott Solomon Solomon Samaritan Samaritan Shekinah University University Zalma Mt. Zion Hannibal Rolla Rural Sheffield Southwest Naphtali Hebron Heroine Cecile Daylight Montgomery Ash Grove Westport Lambskin Hebron Poplar Bluff Poplar Bluff Clearmollt

598 236 III

522 299 661 270 114 95 331

381 612 205 153 153 362 25 25 79 320 320 512 331

209 338 299

299 366 308 271 271 424 424

256 649 649

545

327 188 213 316 625 466 25

3!)4 104 305 246

100 340 460 354 209 209 507

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Jesse Logrbrinck Harry C. Thomas Thomas Anderson McIntosh Edgar Ferril Ralph P. Johnson Carl P. Johnson Golder P. Pennington Frank Lehman Duve George H. Carter Harry F. Kay Carl Victor Ayers Will F. Hudson E. M. Garner Noah Emerson Paton, Jr. Oscar R. Limberg Robert Clarence Robertson G. E. Sumpter Herman Davids John Casmer Warren D. Craig Carol M. Dutton Harry H. Ryan Tom Simmons Eugene Noah Paul Scurlock Levi Cook Archie D. Allen John A. Greening Frank G. Trew Joel M. Curtis Moss Gill Ollie Ray Phillips Carl A. W. Schulen berg John Lee Mothershead Fred F. Lett Robert H. Ellis Cleveland T. Morris Willard Ellsworth August H. Smallfield Frank Laumann Edward M. Birnvreier David Sobelman Paul H. Jezzard Lewis E. Meador Leon J. Snow John Peckenpaugh John Christian Kraus Earl W. Henderson Russell Stewart Bagby Glenn Vivian Graf Orley H. Hodson Ray H. Shackelford Orville W. Snyder Joseph B. Sinclair Clifford Lee Porter

Hickory Hill Gower Kearney Kearney Moniteau Moniteau Moniteau King Hill Windsor Beacon Clifton Heigh ts Webster Groves Lakeville South Gate Mt. Moriah Canopy Leadwood Wellston Kansas City Magnolia Magnolia Magnolia Forsyth Frankford Glenwood Philadelphia Rose Hill St. John's St. John'S Braymer Lick Creek Lick Creek Polar Star De Soto Chaffee Monett Monett Mercer Westport Pomegranate Pomegranate Pomegranate United United Ivanhoe Clinton West Gate Acacia Canopy Ivanhoc Ivanhoe Ivanhoe Ivanhoe Ivanhoe Jcfferson

1967 211 397 311 311 295 295 295 376 29 3

520 84 489 547 40 366 598 613 220 626 626 626 453 192 427 502 550 28 28 135 302 302 79 119 615 129 129 35 340 95

95 95 5 5

446 548 445 602 284 446 446 446 446 446 43

1967

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

E. Terrell Richardson Thornie Tilford Lamme William R. Meador Stoughton F. Hayzlett Thomas W. Imbler George D. Caldwell A. L. Stevenson George L. Laubscher James T. Garman Erwin W. Blind Homer A. Yeager Roy Huber Counts Conrad G. Mueller, Jr. Edward E. Reilly Joseph C. Sedivec John Mathers Joseph M. Widmer Clarence R. Gilpen Tilford Goslin Ernest M. Anderson John W. Wetzel Walter R. Hart Madison B. Morris Kenneth Ogden A. M. Campbell Spencer H. DeFoe Frank Rodd Ragland Robert Lee Barger Phillip H. Haffner, Sr. Leigh V. Finley Clarence A. Buser Park M. Banta Wesley A. Rash Arvil Homer Tucker Charles H. Ferguson George W. Wilson Benjamin Marvin Berry William F. Keil David H. Thomas Alonzo 'Vaters Harlow Elmer E. Oliver Henry Clay Wilson Ben D. Rozier John H. Tait Clayton Smith Philip Levin Steele R. Monroe Philip A. Williams Isaac A. Smallin Harry H. Hubbard Rolla B. Turley Olaf Hanson Frank Spencer Johnson Samuel James Hurst Clarence C. Surls

Weston Cypress Belton Graham Adair Corinthian Corinthian Rutledge Rutledge Cache Cache Monett Mt. Moriah Paul Revere Pomegranate Pomegranate Pyramid Walker Twilight Arlington Braymer Paul Revere Edina Eolia Lambskin Lambskin Olive Branch Star of the West Clifton Heigh ts Wellsville Bridgeton Potosi Putnam Putnam Fraternal Miami Miami Rose Hill Rose Hill Rose Hill Charleston Louisville Saline Braymer Carthage Good Hope Linn Maplewood Texas Texas Ionic Marlborough Ivanhoe Ivanhoe Ivanhoe

53 227 450 289 366 265 265 572 572 416 416 129 40 330 95 95 180 605 1I4

346 135 330 291 14

460 460 576 1I3

520 194 80 131 190 190 363 85 8.?

550 550 550 407 409 226 135 197 218 326 566 177 177

154 569 446

446 446

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Albert C. Zondler Fred E. Patrick Warren E. Ten Eyck C. W. Sloniker H. C. LescIle H. L. Miller William A. Richardson Robert C. MiIIien Charles G. Kuhn Walter W. Lorch James Barker Walter P. Blum Charles M. Hatfield Arthur Weitzettel David P. Hecker Howard C. Norton A. E. Graves Roy I. Conkey Hale Y. McCormick Roy Montgomery John B. Riggs Raymond J. Bass Leonard G. Menckel John W. Stewart Harry A. Barco L. H. Langston Oscar H. Muskopf William J. Becher, .11'. Louis Berghoefer Ray J. Holladay Edmund II. Daves, .Jr. Emil H. Malnoske Louis H. Smith David H. Bergman John W. Lee, Sr. Simon E. Adams Guy C. Spooner Samuel Hambley Charles E. BIeikamp Harry J. Fox Fred W'. Luebbert Conrad C. Straube Herbert A. Straube Albert Sanders Francis X. Leary Carl路 L. Soeker Theodore C. 'Vetterau Harry W. Lange Marion D. Kelley Lawrence M. Hyde Arthur Richard Darr Irvin Frederick Biel Orvil W. Epperson Derwood E. Dorsey 'Valter L. Fox

Lodge of Love Ivanhoe St. James Maitland Maitland Maitland Maitland Mt. Washington Bosworth Tower Grove Tower Grove Tower Grove Tower Grove Tower Grove Tower Grove Lambskin Lewistown Mt. Washington Hardin Grain Valley Parrott Missouri Naphtali Pyramid Mt. Moriah Mt. Moriah Mt. Moriah Mt. Moriah Pomegranate Rising Sun Charity Charity Charity Charity Richmond Wellsville Joplin Mizpah Beacon Beacon Beacon Heacon Beacon Grant City Anchor Anchor Anchor Anchor Charity Mercer George Washington George Washington Neosho Neosho Bridgeton

1967 259 446 230 112 112 112 112 614

597 631 631 631 631 631 631 460 494 614

322 644

308 1

25 180 40 40 40 40 95

13 331 331 331 331

57 194

335 639 3 3 3

3 3

443 443 443

443 331 35 9 9

247 247 80

1967

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Samuel R. Sullcnder Clamor Schlueter Archie E. Copeland Harry L. Oppenheimer Walter Mulnix Paul E. Wilkins Donald L. James A. D. Mayfield Loyd P. Bradford Marquess Dean Samuel Lee William E. Saylor George A. Oexner George Alvin Mewhirter Samuel King Grimes Oren M. Kirkbridge Edward John Petry Harry J. Kolbohn Alber H. Levenson James U. Cullen Edgar L. Berrey Stone J. Hart R. Ivan Tarr Florin W. Floyd Frank Anthony Podszuch George Louis Roeder William A. Wiedemann James E. Simons Robert E. Daniel William Elmer Brooks John William I'anter Herman P. Ehrhard Orin J. Somerville Ike O. Hart Fred F. Hackmann Walter L. Moon Arvile E. Jackson George F. Rendleman William R. Flournoy Alfred J. Daniel John W. Fredriksen Robert A. Rehfuss Fred Scott W al ter A. Fisher Ernest G. Fiss John 1. Kirby Paul W. Kleindienst Harry E. Kraeger Milton A. Mestemacher Frank Christ Milbratz Leigh W. Schraner Clarence M. Turley Richard S. Battersby Alber Fiss George R. Lantz

Bridgeton Erwin Fidelity Polar Star Union Star Malden Kirkwood Senath Ivanhoe Ivanhoe Ivanhoe Ivanhoe Magnolia Malden Ravenwood Ravenwood Jefferson Friendship Kansas City Lick Creek Lick Creek Lick Creek Queen City Potosi Hermann Mizpah Westport Westport Westport America America America Jamesport Elvins Lambskin Lambskin Malden Naphtali East Gate Beacon Beacon Beacon East Prairie Mt. Moriah Mt. Moriah M1. Moriah Mt. Moriah M1. Moriah M1. Moriah Mt. Moriah M1. Moriah M1. Moriah Shelbina Freedom Keystone

80 121 339 79 124 406 484 513 446

446 446 446 626 406 201 201 43 89 220 302 302 302 380 131 123 639 340 340 340 347 347 347 564 599 460 460 406 25 630 3 3

384 40 40 10 40 40 40 40 40 40 228 636 243

PROCEEDINGS OF THE Albion B. Miller Thomas Mitchell Clark Knorpp Gilbert R. Graves George W. Rodgers Fred W. Teiber Joseph J. Gravely S. E. K. Ray Bernard Kels Rosene William J. Lohman Emmett Shafer Ross D. Mowry Walter Scott Perrie Robert B. Hollingsworth Rolly Johnson Carl E. Dyer Charles Thomas McDaniel Arthur C. Buhrmester Harvey H. Fluhart Bud Potter Alfred Raacke, Jr. Curtis N. Houston William Benjamin Jarvis John Handley Damron Fred Haynes Robert L. Carter Nort B. Spradling Harry O. Spillman Guy R. Collins William Oliver Balliett Bert Kretschmar Albert D. Kessler Ralph L. Cook Elmer A. Keuthan Edgar M. Landis Walter A. Nies .Edwin A. Lagemann Walter E. H. Bohle John Boyce Kronable Oscar L. Kuhs Jacob Meier Feigenbaum Harry E. Hegel Harry A. Heineck Oscar S. Nehring Roy Byrd Max Heinrich Charles Frederick Schneider William O. Schlueter William Fred Toehl 'Valter Clarence Schroeder Eugene Seitz Martin A. Coffman John T. Hayes Milton E. Ladish Irl B. Wasson W. I. Myers

Keystone Aurora Jewell Jewell South Gate Tuscan Tuscan Tuscan Ivanhoe Magnolia Troy Westport Purity Gate of the Temple Independence Magnolia Poplar Bluff Commonweallh Continental Strafford Harmony Grain Valley George 'Washington Cairo Bogard Equality King Hill Putnam South Gatc Aurora Aurora George Washington Magnolia Magnolia Magnolia Magnolia Mizpah Mizpah Mizpah Mizpah Mizpah Mizpah Mizpah Mizpah Mizpah Mizpah Mizpah Mizpah Mizpah Mizpah Braymer Ivanhoe Ivanhoe Ivanhoe Malden

1967 243 ~67

480 480 547 360 360 360 446 626 34

340 658 422 76

626 209 654 454 608 199 644 9 486 101

497 376 190

517 267 267 9

626 626

626 626 639 639 639 639 639 639 639 639 639 639 639 639 639 639 13!i

116 446 446 406

1967

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Moniteau Progress Vincel Zeredatha ''''eston Wellston Jasper Lock Springs Pythagoras

Perry Wilson Charles Edward Warren Jesse Foster Poland Roy E. Galvin Edward J. Thorn William F. J. Fienup Everett Deardorff John Raymond Litton John C. Ellston

295 657 62 189 53 613 398 488 383

There was a total of 730 fifty-year Buttons presented during the fiscal year. Respectfully submitted, ELMER Vv. WAGNER, Grand Secretary. REPORT OF THE GRAND TREASURER

R.W. Bro. Elmer W. Wagner, Grand Secretary, presented the report of the Grand Treasurer, R.W. Bro. ''\Tilliam H. Utz, Jr., which was received, and is as follows: Balance in the Mechanics Bank, St. Joseph, Missouri, June 30, 1966 . Received from Grand Secretary Transfer from Agency Account . Total Receipts Total Disbursements

$ 21,279.52 448,846.55 50,000.00 520,126.07 496,536.11

Balance June 30, 1967 $ 23,589.96 Consisting of: 22,874.31 Balance in Mechanics Bank of St. Joseph, Missouri, June 30, 1967 715.65 . Balance in Mercantile-Commerce Trust Company Balance in First National Bank, Kansas City, Missouri, interest in . . Agency Account 0.00 Balance in Banks-General Fund-June 30, 1967 . . " $ 23,589.96 Assets in General Fund Agency Account-First National Bank in Kansas City, Missouri, as of June 30, 1967. Par Market Carrying Value Value Value U.S. Treasury Notes 92,000.00 92,139.50 92,532.00 U.S. Treasury Bills 40,000.00 38,504.00 39,068.82 132,000.00

Total Securities Uninvested Cash Total

131,208.32 1.12

131,036.00

131,209.44 SECURITIES-PERMANENT FUND

U.S. Treasury Bonds U.S. Treasury Notes

208,000.00 21,000.00

207,580.00 21,]71.00

182,966.00 20,800.50

Total Securities . Uninvested Cash in Principal Account

229,000.00

228,751.00 572.46

203,766.50

Total

229,323.46

1967

PROCEEDINGS OF TIlE

Detail of V.S. Bonds, V.S. Notes and V.S. Bills maturities and amounts in each issue will be found on pages 7 and 8 of the Audit Report of Harvey & Wagener, Certified Public Accountants, as of July 1, 1966 to June 30, 1967, as filed in the Grand Secretary's office. Respectfully submitted, W. H. UTZ, JR., Gmnd Treasurer.

REPORT OF THE AUDITOR

R.W. Bro. Elmer W. Wagner, Grand Secretary, presented the report of the Auditor, Harvey and Wagener, Clayton, Missouri, which was received, and is as follows:

To the Grand Lodge) A.F. &- A.M. of Missouri: GENTLEMEN: Pursuant to engagement, we have examined the books and records of the Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge, Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of Missouri for the period from July I, 1966 to June 30, 1967, also the Masonic Home Initiation Fund, the George Washington Memorial Fund, and the Joseph S. McIntyre Library Fund for the same period and respectfully present the following report: GENERAL FUND-PER GRAND SECRETARY'S BOOKS STATEMEi'\T OF CASH RECEIPTS AND DISBURSF.l\IFNTS AND COMPARISON WITH BUDGET .JlJLY

I, 1966

TO JUNE

30, 1967

Cash Receipts Actual Budget Per Capita Tax . $370,793.87 $370,680.37 28,430.00 28,420.00 Masonic Home Initiation Fees 2,843.00 2,842.00 George Wa.shington Memorial Association Fees 1,853.35 1,800.00 Sale of Manuals 2,1l9.93 2,]00.00 Dues Receipt Cards Sale of Grand Lodge l'orms and Books: Constitution and By-Laws $ 377.50 Grand Lodge Forms ... 372.20 Freemason Proceedings, etc. 11.00 760.70 900.00 Interest on Investments: Permanent Fund General Fund ..

$7,290.70 7,135.28

Total Budgeted Items Estate Roy F. Newman .. Visits-D.D.C.M. and D.D.G.L. Donations to Hospital Visitation Fund Duplicate Charters .. Portageville Lodge No. 166 (Defunct) Miscellaneous Total Income Receipts (Brought Forward) Transfers from Agency Account

14,425.98

10,200.00

Actual Over or (Under) Budget $ 113.50 10.00 1.00 53.35 19.93

(139.30)

4,225.98

$421,226.83 $416,942.37 $4,284.46 21,960.07 5,425.00 95.50 30.00 103.75 5.40 $448,846.55 50,000.00

1967

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Actual $498,846.55 496,536.11

Total Receipts .. Disbursements-Per Schedule Attached Excess of Receipts over Disbursements Balance, July 1, 1966

$ .

Budget

Actual Over 01' (Under) Budget

2,310.44 21,279.52

Balance, June 30, 1967 $ 23,589.96 Consisting of Balance in Mechanics Bank, St. Joseph, Missouri $ 22,874.31 Balance in Mercantile-Commerce Trust Company, St. Louis, Missouri-Imprest Fund 715.65 Balance in First National Bank, Kansas City, Missouri-Interest in Agency Permanent Fund Account Balance in Banks-General Fund, June 30, 1967 $ 23,589.96 (--) Denote red figure. CRAND LODGE A.F. & A.M. OF MISSOURI GENERAL FUND STATEMENT OF CASH DISBURSEMENTS AND COMPARISON WITH BUDGET JULY

I, 1966

TO JUNE

30,1967 Actual Over or (Under) Budget

Actual Budget By Direct Appropriation of Grand Lodge Salary-Grand Secretary $ 10,000.00 $ 10,000.00 $ Salary-Grand Treasurer 500.00 500.00 Salary-Grand Lecturer . 8,400.00 8,400.00 (27.82) Masonic Service Association-Per Capita 2,172.18 2,200.00 2,000.00 Masonic Service-Hospital Visitation 5,000.00 3,000.00 Contributions to Masonic Temple Association 3,600.00 3,600.00 for Maintenance-Grand Lodge Quarters Contribution to Missouri Lodge of Research 1,000.00 1,000.00 Committee on Recognition of Foreign Grand Lodges 100.00 100.00 $ 30,772.18 $ 28,800.00 $ 1,972.18 By Requisition Grand Master Expenses-Grand Master $ 5,250.00 $ 5,400.00 $ (l50.00) Expenses-Grand Lecturer 4,168.28 4,800.00 (331.72) Expenses-Grand Lodge Officers and Committees . 159.66 2,000.00 (1,540.34) Conference of Grand Lodge Officers 1,590.08 390.08 1,200.00 Conference of D.D.G.M. and D.D.G.L. 363.95 2,613.95 2,250.00 Washington D.C. Meeting 1,655.50 (344.50) 2,000.00 Auditing (100.00) 200.00 300.00 Grand Master's Contingent Fund 1,758.56 3,000.00 (1,241.44)

1967

PROCEEDINGS OF THE 6,791.59

Expenses of Grand Lodge Session Sesquicentennial Committee

7,500.00 1,200.00

(708.41 ) (1,200.00)

.S 24,787.62 $ 29,650.00 $ (4,862.38) By Requisition of Grand Secretary $ 13,020.00 $ 13,500.00 $ (480.00) Salaries-Grand Lodge Office Employees' Tax Expense-Social Security and 114.68 1,100.00 1,211.68 Federal Unemployment Insurance (54.00) 646.00 700.00 Insurance Operation of Grand Lodge Office 3,500.00 157.42 3,657.42 A-Printing, Postage and Stationery 1,028.58 1,200.00 (171.42) B-Telephone and Telegrams (673.57) 326.43 1,000.00 C-Office Equipment .. 8.84 300.00 308.84 D-Office Supplies 470.10 500.00 (29.90) E-lncidental Office Expenses Incidental Travel and Expense of Grand Sec(152.2:') 500.00 retary . 347.75 850.00 (47.94) Grand Master's Regalia 802.06 5,500.00 (2,059.80) 3,140.20 Masonic Manuals . 80.50 2,080.50 2,000.00 Dues Receipt Cards 2,200.00 80.00 Fifty Year Veterans Buttons 2,280.00 4,810.43 5,000.00 (189.57) Printing Proceedings

----$ 34,432.99 $ 37,850.00 $ (3.417.01) By Requisition .... Committee on Correspondence Committee on Masonic Education Committee on Ritual Committee on Relief and Charity ~ommittee on By-laws-Pocket Part Committee on Mileage and Per Diem

$ . .

750.00 $ 750.00 $ 9,311.60 9,500.00 (188.10) 600.00 (34.32) 565.68 2,000.00 3,000.00 (1,000.00) 600.00 (38.42) 561.58 25,000.00 1,756.36 26,756.36

$ 39,945.22 $ 39,450.00' $ 495.22 Total Budgeted Grand Lodge Operating Expenses $129,938.01 $135,750.00 $ (5,811.99) Masonic Homc-Per Capita Tax Masonic Home Initiation Fund George '\Vashington Memorial Association

$257,006.41 $256,881.50 $ 28,440.00 28,440.00 2,860.00 2,860.00 $288,306.11 $288,181.50 $

$496,545.53 $5.98 3.44 9.42

Total Disbursements .. (--) Denotc red tigure.

124.91

$418,244.42 $423,931.50 $ (5,687.08) 5,390.00 69,598.50 3,312.61

Total Expenses Payments..-D.D.G.M. and D.D.C.L. Visits Transfers to Agency Account Attorney Fcc-Estate of Roy F. Newman

Deduct: Discount-Missouri Withholding Tax Discount-St. Louis Earnings Tax

124.91

$496,536.11

1967

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI SECURITIES-PERMANENT FUND

We did not examine the securities, which are held by the First National Bank of Kansas City, Kansas City, Missouri, as agent, but checked the statement dated June 30, 1967 as to charges and credits with the previous state-' ment dated June 30, 1966. United States Treasury Bonds

MatUTity

InteTest Rate

2!i2% 2!i2% 2!i2% 4 % ...

6/15/67/72 9/15/67/72 12/15/67/72 10/ 1/69 5/15/74 2/15/80 2/15/90 2/15/95 1l/15/98

4~%

3!i2% 3 % 3!i2%

Par Carrying Value Value $ 40,000.00 $ 40,000.00 5,000.00 5,000.00 25,000.00 25,000.00 30,000.00 30,050.00 10,000.00 10,025.00 43,000.00 42,590.00 16,000.00 ]5,915.00 10,000.00 10,000.00 29,000.00 29,000.00

Market Value June 30, 1967 $ 35,700.00 4,457.50 22,050.00 29,175.00 9,100.00 38,377.50 ]2,848.00 8,000.00 23,258.00

$208,000.00 $207,580.00 $182,966.00 United States Treasury Notes 11/15/70 5 % 5/15/72 4Yl%

.$ 19,000.00 $ 19,171.00 .$ 18,857.50

2,000.00

1,943.00

.$ 21,000.00 $ 21,171.00 $ 20,800.50 Tota] Securities

$229,000.00 $228,75] .00 $203,766.50

Uninvested Cash in Principal Account First National Bank, Kansas City, Missouri

572.46 $229,323.46

Total SECURITIES-GENERAL FUND

United States Treasury Notes

MatUTity

Market Value Par Canying June 30, Value Value 1967 $ 2,000.00 $ 1,999.00 $ 1,992.00 90,000.00 90,140.50 90,540.00

Interest Rate

8/15/68 5/15/71

4~% 5~%

$ 92,000.00 $ 92,139.50 $ 92,532.00 United States Treasury Bills 7/ 6/67 . 7/27/67

$ 20,000.00 $ 19,503.40 .$ 19,234.00

20,000.00

19,565.42

19,270.00

.$ 40,000.00 $ 39,068.82 $ 38,504.00 Total Securities

$132,000.00 $131,208.32 $131,036.00

1967

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Uninvested Cash in Principal Account First National Bank, Kansas City, Missouri Total .....

1.12

$131,209.44

Following is a summary of the changes in the principal account of the Permanent Fund during the year under review: $

Uninvested Cash, July 1, 1966 Receipts $2,000.00 U. S. Treasury Notes, 41/4% Matured May 15, 1967

572.46

2,000.00

$ 2,572.46 Disbursemen ts $2,000.00 U. S. Treasury Notes 4%% due May 15, 1972

2,000.00

Uninvested Cash, June 30, 1967

572.46

We also checked the statement of income and expenses and submit the following summary: Balance, July I, 1966 Income Interest Income, July I, 1966 to June 30, 1967: United States Treasury Bonds United States Treasury Notes

6,970.00 1,035.00

6,281.05

8,005.00

.$ 14,286.05 Expense Agent's Collection Fee

714.30 $ 13,571.7:;

;\Tet Interest Income Transferred to General Fund Balance, June 30, 1967

13,571.75 $

Following is a summary of the changes and credits in the Principal Account of the General Fund: Balance, July I, 1966 Transferred from Income Account Transferred from Grand Lodge General Fund

754.21 1,532.34 69,598.50

$ 71,885.05 Receipts $20,000.00 U. S. Treasury Bills Matured 7/14/66 $70,000.00 U. S. Treasury Bills Matured 9/30/66 .. $30,000.00 U. S. Treasury Bills Matured 12/29/66 .. $20,000.00 U. S. Treasury Bills Matured 1/5/67 .. $20,000.00 u. S. Treasury Bills Matured 1/31/67 $20,000.00 u. S. Treasury Notes Sold 5/3/67

$ 19,772.47 67,158.92 29,604.00 19,536.33 19,535.61 19,997.00

1967

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

$2,000.00 U. S. Treasury Notes Exchanged Due 5/15/67

2,000.00

177,604.33 Total (Carried I;orward) Total (Brought Forward) Disbursements $20,000.00 U. S. Treasury Bills Purchased-Due 1/5/67 $20,000.00 U. S. Treasury Bills Purchased-Due 1/31/67 $50,000.00 U. S. Treasury Notes Purchased-Due 5/15/71 $30,000.00 U. S. Treasury Bills Purchased-Due 12/29/66 $40,000.00 U. S. Treasury Notes Purchased-Due 5/15/71 $20,000.00 U. S. Treasury Bills Purchased-Due 7/6/67 $20,000.00 U. S. Treasury Bills Purchased-Due 7/27/67 $2,000.00 U. S. Treasury Notes Exchanges-Due 8fl5/68 .

$249,489.38 $249,489.38

$ 19,536.33

19,535.61 50,062.50 29,604.00 40,078.00 .

19,503.40 19,565.42

Transfers to General Bank Account

1,999.00 $199,884.26 49,604.00 249,488.26

Balance June 30, 1967

1.12

991.53 8,580.74

9,572.27

AGENCY INCOME ACCOUNT-{;ENERAL FUND

Balance July I, 1966 . Interest Received on U. S. Treasury Bills and Notes Transferred to Principal Account . Trustees :Fee . Transferred to General Bank Account ..

1,532.34 508.65 7,531.28 9,572.27

Balance June 30, 1967

$ MASONIC HOME INITIATION FUND

Balance July 1, 1966 . Received from Lodges, July 1, 1966 to June 30, 1967

20.00 28,430.00

$ 28,450.00

Disbursements-Paid to Masonic Home Balance June 30, 1967-Due to Masonic Home

28,440.00 $

10.00

18.00 2,843.00

GEORGE WASHINGTON MEMORIAL FUND

Balance Due July 1, 1966 . Received from Lodges, July I, 1966 to June 30, 1967

$ 2,861.00 Disbursement-Paid to George 'Vashington Memorial Association, February 16, 1967 Balance June 30, 1967-Due to George Washington Memorial Association

2,860.00 $

1.00

1967

PROCEEDINGS OF THE JOSEPH S. MCINTYRE LIBRARY FUND

Balance, July I, 1966 Receipt Interest on Savings Account Disbursements

32.25

1,103.50 12.50

1,091.00

Balance in Mercantile Trust CompanySavings Account, June 30, 1967 ....

1,071.25

MILEAGE AND PER DIEM COMMITTEE

Deposit from General Fund, Septembcr and October, 1966 Mileage and Pcr Diem Checks Paid ....

$ 26,734.84 26,655.32 $

Refund to General Fund, May 4, 1967 Balance, June 30, 1967 ..

79.52 79.52

The 1966 Mileage and Per Diem Committee report and cancelled checks were examined and found to be in agreement. The various items in the foregoing report have been taken from the books and records of the Grand Secretary and reflect the recorded cash transactions of the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri from July 1, 1966 to June 30, 1967. All checks issued were examined in support of the disbursements. In checking the per capita tax received and the per capita tax paid to the Masonic Home, we found a balance of $78.65 due to the Masonic Home at June 30, 1967. We also confirmed the disbursements by examination of approved invoices for substantially all items. Pay-roll records and tax returns were also inspected. The bank balances shown in the report were confirmed directly to us by the depositaries. Respectfully submitted, HARVEY & WAGENER, Certified Public Accountants. PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE BY-LAWS

R.W. Bro. Fred C. Heuermann presented a proposed amendment to the Grand Lodge By-Laws, repealing Section 2.170 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws, and enacting a new section in lieu thereof. R.W. Bro. Heuermann moved that this amendment be received. 1\10tion seconded and carried. Proposed amendment was referred to the Jurisprudence Committee and is as follows: To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: That Section 2.170 of the Grand Lodgc By-Laws be and the same is hereby repealed. That a Pension Plan for the employees of the Grand Lodge be adopted, including therein the following, to-wit: (a) Each permanent full-time employec of the Grand Lodge shall be eligible on July I, 1968, if he has completed at least five years of continuous service and has not attained his 65th birthday. Any employee who does not have five years of service on July I, 1968, shall be eligible when he satisfies the five-year waiting period provided his is not over age 65 at that time.

1967

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

(b) Each month the employee is covered, his contribution will be three per cent of his monthly earnings. (c) No Grand Secretary or Grand Lecturer may continue to serve as such following the first day of October next after attaining the age of 70 years. (d) Retirement shall occur the lirst day of the month next following the 70th birthday if the employee is of the age of 55 or under when the Pension Plan goes into effect. If the employee is over the age of 55, he must retire in ten years, but not later than at age 70. (e) The employee will be eligible to retire and begin receiving monthly pension equal to 1 per cent of his monthly earnings, averaged over the last ten years prior to retirement, multiplied by the years of continuous service with the Grand Lodge. Any service in excess of 30 years will be disregraded. This pension is ill addition to Social Security. (f) If any employee terminates employment with the Grand Lodge prior to. retirement, he mar elect a cash refund of his own contributions with interest, or he may apply the money to provide a deferred annuity commencing 011 normal retirement date. (g) If death occurs before retirement, contributions made by the employee with interest shall be paid to the designated beneficiary in a lump sum. If the employee dies after retirement, the benefIciary will receive his contributions with interest, less any pension payments received. (h) Such employee lIlay elect an option which will provide an income for any persons named by him if his death occurs after retirement. Such employee may elect either the Contigent Annuitant Option or the Ten Years Certain and Life Option as hereinafter set forth. Contingent Annuitant Option: Under this option, reduced payments will be made to the employee for life, and upon his death after retirement, a pension will be paid during the lifetime of the "contingent annuitant" who may be any person chosen by the employee when electing the option. Ten Years Certain and Life Option: Under such option, reduced payments will be made to the employee for life, and if the employee dies before receiving payments for ten years, his payments will be continued to his beneficiary for the balance of the ten-year period. The Grand Master is authorized to appoint a committee to prepare this plan in legal form, and to arrange for presentation thereof to insurance companies or other companies which may be able to handle such plan. Neither the adoption or any amendment of this Pension Plan shall give any person or persons any vested right, excepting as hereinabove stated. The right is reserved by the Grand Lodge to amend, modify or repeal the entire Pension Plan at any time for any or no reasons at all. RUSSELL E. MURRAY, A. H. VAN GELS, FRED C. HEUERMANN, ERWIN A. HAMANN, VERN H. SCHNEIDER.

RESOLUTION

M.\,y. Bro. A. Basey Vanlandingham presented a resolution in reference to Odom Lodge V.D., and moved it be received and referred to the Jurisprudence Committee. Motion seconded and carried, and is as follows: Be It Resolved by the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Missouri, A.F. & A.M.: That authority is hereby granted to Odom Lodge No. 671, A.F. & A.M., when duly and legally chartered by the Grand Lodge, to acquire and receive from said

1967

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Grand Lodge all of its right, title, interest and estate in and to a written lease recorded in book 67, at page 91, in the Office of Recorder of Deeds of New Madrid County, Missouri, And be it further resolved that the Grand Lodge shall deliver to said Odom Lodge No. 671, A.F. &: A.1\11., when legally and duly chartered the sum of $3,801.41, in cash, being the cash received by the said Grand Lodge at the time of the surrender of the charter of said Portageville Lodge No. 166, A.F. 8c A.M., And be it further resolved that said Grand Lodge is hereby authorized and directed to transfer, assign, and deliver onto said Odom Lodge No. 671, A.F. 8c A.M., when legally and duly chartered, all other property, real or personal, which it may have acquired or received by reason of the sUlTender of the charter of the said Portageville Lodge No. 166, A.F. & A.M., And be it further resolved that said sum of $3,801.41, above mentioned, may be used by said Odom Lodge No. 671, A.F. & A.M., for its general purposes, And be it further resolved that the Grand Master and Grand Secretary are hereby empowered and directed to do any and all things necessary to carry out and effectuate the foregoing resolutions. A. BASEY VANLANDINGHAM, ELVIS A. MOONEY, THOMAS

DAVIS, JR.,

W ALTER WALKER, WILLIAM R. DENSLOW.

RESOLUTION

R.W. Bro. .T. Edward McIlvaine presented a resolution relating to representatives of the Grand Lodge at Washington meetings, changing the section appearing at Page 105 of 1958 By-Laws. Motion seconded. When a vote on the resolution was asked for, M.W. Bro. Robert L. Aronson pointed out that when a resolution is properly presented it automatically goes to the Appropriate Committee without motion to that effect. The Resolution is as follows: Be It Resolved by the Most Worshij)fUl Grand Lodge of Ancient Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri: That representatives at \Vashington meetings as set forth at Page 105 of the 1958 By-laws as amended, or the 1966 Annotation at Page 35, relative to representa路 tives at \Vashington meetings, be amended by striking therefrom the words "The Grand Lecturer was added to the list of authorized representatives with expenses paid," so that the said section at Page 105 of 1958 By-laws as amended shall read as follows: "The only representatives of the Grand Lodge at. the Grand Masters' Conference and at the meetings of the George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association shall be the Grand Master, Deputy Grand Master and the Grand Secretary; their expenses in attendance are to be paid by the Grand Lodge." RUSSELL E. MURRAY,

EDWARD McILVAINE,

ARTHUR OLIVER ROBERT

E. BUSH, L. LUFT,

ARONSON.

PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE BY路LAWS

W. Bro. Robert W. McElhinney submitted a proposed amendment to

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Section 15.060 of the By-Laws referring to proficiency of a Master Mason, and moved it be referred to the Jurisprudence Committee. Motion seconded and carried, and is as follows: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF SECTION

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We propose that Section 15.060 of the By-Laws be amended to read as follows: SECTION 15.060. PROFICIENCY OF MASTER MASON. Until a Master Mason has shown suitable proficiency in that degree, he is not permitted to vote, hold office in the lodge, dimit or petition any other organization which requires Blue Lodge membership as a basis for membership therein. It is a Masonic offense for Master Mason to fail or refuse to show suitable proficiency in that degree within six months after being notified by the lodge to do so. ROBERT W. McELHINNEY, JOHN EHRSAM, CHAUNCEY H. MARTIN, FRED H. LAMPING, JR., JOHN F. SCHOMOLOGY, DONALD L. McDANIEL, FRED LAMPING, SR., EDW. ORESTRATH, ROLAND H. FENNER.

PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE BY路LAWS

W. Bro. Robert W. McElhinney submitted a proposed amendment to Section 20.050 relative to Dimits, and moved that it be received and referred to the Jurisprudence Committee. Motion seconded and carried, and is as follows: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF SECTION

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We propose that Section 20.050 of the By-Laws be amended to read as follows: SECTION 20.050. NOTICE AND ISSUE OF DIMIT. The secretary of a lodge which elects a petitioner on a certificate of good standing forthwith must notify the lodge which issued the certificate, and on receipt of notice, the secretary of that lodge must issue a dimit and forward it to the electing lodge, provided the petitioner at that time meets the requirements of Section 20.0]0. ROBERT W. McELHINNEY, ROLAND H. FENNER, FRED H. LAMPING, JR., JOHN F. SCHOMOGY, FRED LAMPING, SR., CHAUNCEY H. MARTIN, JOHN EHRSAM,

EDW.ORESTRATH, WILLIAM H. PRESS, H. L. LuLY, DONALD L. McDANIEL, THOM,\S V. MCCLURE.

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REPORT OF THE MASONIC HOME

R.W. Bro. William R. Denslow presented the report of the Masonic Home, and moved its adoption. Motion seconded and carried, and is as follows:

Report of the Masonic Home To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge) A.F. &' A.!IJ. of Missouri:

DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS At the 1966 annual communication of the Grand Lodge of Missouri, R.W. Bros. Roy H. Sander of St. Louis and Lloyd C. Seaman of St. Joseph were elected to the Board of Directors of the Masonic Home of Missouri and R.W. Bro. J. Morgan Donelson became a member by virtue of his election as Junior Grand Warden of the Grand Lodge. Immediately following the adjournment of the Grand Lodge, the new Board met at noon on September 28 at the Sheraton-Jefferson Hotel, St. Louis, electing the following officers and committees for 1966-67: William R. Denslow Albert H. Van Gels Lewis C. Robertson Harry C. Ploetze.

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. President ..... Vice-President .Secretary . .Treasurer

At this time, the board members were organized into the following committees: Executive Committee-'Villiam R. Denslow, Chairman, and all members of the Board of Directors. Finance Committee-Albert H. Van Gels, Chairman; Martin B. Dickinson, William R. Denslow, Russell E. Murray and Harry Theis (investment consultant). Admissions and Discipline Committee-Harry C. Ploetze, Chairman, and all board members present for the meetings. Legal Committee-Elvis A. Mooney, Chairman, Martin B. Dickinson, J. Morgan Donelson and Eugene E. Northern. Administration Committee-Harold O. Grauel, Chairman, Harry C. Ploetzc, W. Raymond Usher, J. Morgan Donelson and Roy H. Sander. Planning Committee-Martin B. Dickinson, Chairman, W. Raymond Usher, Albert H. Van Gels. Fraternal Relations Committee-Harry C. Ploctzc, Chairman, Lloyd C. Seaman, and Eugene E. Northern.

Although the Committee on Relief and Charity is a Grand Lodge Committee, historically, the Grand Master always has appointed members of the' Masonic Home Board to this committee. This is rightfully so, because this committee can fill a certain void in cases that do not have to be taken into the Home if they receive a small monthly income to tide them over and keep them in their own homes. Many of the recipients of this charity are "terminal cases" and their need is only for a few months. For the past year this committee has consisted of Harry C. Ploetzc, Chairman, Elvis A. Mooney and Roy H. Sander. Carl 1. Stein, Assistant Superintendent of the Home, has been its Secretary for several years and much of the work falls upon him. Lewis C. Robertson and Carl 1. Stein were reappointed as Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent, respectively.

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RETIRING MEMBERS Each year two members of the Board must retire and new members be elected in their place by the Grand Lodge. This year the retirees are Harry C. Ploetze and Albert H. Van Gels, both of St. Louis. Each of them have served a four-year term. Being residents of the St. Louis area, they have each been called upon to perform more duties than the out-state members of the Board. Also retiring is Grand Master Russell E. Murray, St. Louis, who has served a total of ten years on the Board. His long tenure and sincere interest in the Home and its family has made him one of the most valuable directors.

ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR It has been a pleasure to have had the members of the Advisory Board, Order of the Eastern Star, at the quarterly meetings of the Board of Directors. They have been faithful in their attendance. They are Mrs. Helena Fletcher, President; Mrs. Mayme Sansom, Secretary; and Mrs. Marjorie DeMott, Treasurer. Mrs. Fern Weber, Worthy Grand Matron, has attended several sessions. During the past year the Order of Eastern Star has donated considerable sums of money, supplies and time for a multitude of special projects for which the Board is most grateful. A detailed listing of these gifts appears elsewhere in this report. Over the past several years there has been some contention between the Home and the Order of Eastern Star because of the latter's establishment of the "Golden Years Retirement Home." Joint committee actions have resolved these differences and at the last annual session of the O.E.S. they voted to disband the project. At the present time the monies collected for this project are being returned to the donors. In turn, the Home Board has placed a proposed amendment and resolution before the Grand Lodge which will be voted upon at the 1967 annual communication. They are: 1. Repeal and re-enact Section 23.040 of the By-Laws to add to the Board of Directors of the Masonic Home "one female member in good standing of a Missouri Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star, elected by the Grand Chapter of Missouri, Order of the Eastern Star, for a term of four years. . . . The director chosen by the Grand Chapter shall be elected in such manner as it may provide. The first member chosen by the Grand Chapter shall take office after the necessary amendment of the articles of incorporation of the Home has been completed, or upon her election thereafter, and shall serve until the close of the third annual . communication of the Grand Chapter thereafter." 2. The proposed resolution states: "In recognition of the contribution to, and participation in, the Masonic Home of Missouri of the Grand Chapter of Missouri, Order of the Eastern Star, the Boord of Directors of the Masonic Home of Missouri is authorized and directed to cause the corporate name of Masonic Home of Missouri to be changed so as to indicate such participation."

At the present time 105 Home guests--or 27.60 per cent of the total-have been accepted upon application from Eastern Star Chapters.

PENSION PLAN The pension plan adopted by the Board last year, which was to have been financed by the Home and cover only the Superintendent and Assistant

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Superintendent was rescinded and a funded interest plan for all employees of the Home, who wish to participate, was adopted. It is being handled by the General American Life Insurance Company. The following information went to the employees: Eligibility. Each permanent, full-time employee of the Home will be eligible on July I, 1967, if he has completed at least five years of continuous service and has not attained his 65th birthday. Any employee who does not have five years of service on July I, 1967, will be eligible when he satisfies the five-year waiting period provided he is not over age 65 at that time. Enrollment and Contributions. To join the plan, you must fill out a registration card naming your beneficiary and authorizing the necessary payroll deductions for your contributions. Each month you are covered under the plan, your contribution will be 3 per cent of your monthly earnings. You must receive from the plan at least as much as you contributed. Time of Retirement. You are scheduled to retire on your normal retirement date, which is the first day of the month next following your 65th birthday, if you are age 55 or under when you join the plan. If you are over 55, you will retire in ten years, but not later than 70. Amount of Income. If you remain in the employ of the Home until your normal retirement date, you will be eligible to retire and begin receiving a monthly pension equal to 1 per cent of your monthly earnings, averaged over the last ten years prior to retirement, multiplied by your years of continuous service with the Home. You will be given full credit for service prior to July 1, 1967. However, any service in excess of 30 years will be disregarded. Thus, if an employee has 30 years of service at retirement, his monthly pension would be 30 per cent of his "average" monthly earnings. This pension is in addition to Social Security. Termination of Employment. If your employment with the Home terminates prior to retirement, you may select a cash refund of your own contributions, with interest, or you may apply your money to provide a deferred annuity commencing on your normal retirement date. Death Benefits. Should your death occur before retirement, your contributions, with interest, will be paid to your beneficiary in a lump sum. However, if you die after retirement, your beneficiary will receive your contributions, with interest, less any pension payments you have received. The plan also carries a contingent annuitant option for a survivor's pension which was explained in the letter to the employees.

BUSINESS CONSULTANT FIRM ENGAGED Early in 1967 the Board voiced a unanimous opinion that inasmuch as the operational costs of the Home were rapidly approaching a figure of nearly one million dollars, it might be well to have an outside expert have a look at our operation. The problem was to find a firm, or individual, who specialized in the field of hospitals or homes for the aged. After a search of several months, such a firm was located-Arthur J. Sullivan & Associates, Inc., of Chicago. Mr. Sullivan, a former DeMolay, will personally oversee our sunTey and has already attended two board meetings. He was formerly the senior consultant in the health field with Booz, Allen and Hamilton. He will commit 22-25 days of professional time to this project over a period of

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seven to ten months. The Home's total commitment for this service will be $5,625.00. The members of the Board believe that he can save the Home many times that amount. Mr. Sullivan will make recommendations for changes in our present operation as well as advise the Board on long-range planning.

FINANCES Each year our cost of operation climbs. For instance, the 1965-66 budget was $798,645.00; the 1966-67 budget $844,220.00 and the 1967-68 budget $931,815.00. The large jump for the current year is, in the main part, because of the new Federal minimum wage law, which increased the minimum wage for such an operation as ours to $1.00 per hour-and by 1971 will go to $1.60 per hour. The raising of those employees in the lowest bracket, required by law, had the "domino" effect of raising the salary scale of the majority of our other employees. I predict that the next budget will be above one million dollars, and continue to increase yearly. Against these rising costs we have a declining membership. It has been declining since 1958. Here are the yearly losses we have sustained: 1958-165 1959-205 1960-759 1961-784 1962-934

1963-1,055 1964-1,194 1965- 997 1966-1,297 1967-between 1,300- 1,400

Thus, in the last ten years, we have lost approximately 8,690 members, representing about $19,500.00 less revenue from per capita tax from the Grand Lodge than we had in 1958. Fortunately, during this time our gifts and bequests to the Endowment Fund have increased to the point where they more than offset the loss. The future of the Home depends upon the charitable generosity of those who leave their estates, or a portion thereof, to their less fortunate Sisters and Brethren. It is important that the members of the Grand Lodge of Missouri know the sources from which the Masonic Home derives its income. Here is our estimated income for the year 1967-1968: Grand Lodge Per' Capita ($2.25 per member) Grand Chapter O.E.S. Pcr Capita (25Â˘ per member) Income-General Fund Securities Income-Reserve Fund . Income-KnoIImann Fund (Special) Income-Endowmen t Fund ..... Income-Grenner Estate Income-Home Family (Net) Income-Pensions Home Family (Net) Miscellaneous . Total Estimated Income

$ 257,000.00

21,000.00 1,000.00 120,000.00 44,500.00 315,000.00 II,OOO.OO 85,000.00 250,000.00 1,000.00 $1,105,500.00

Medicare has given us a small amount of relief. When we send our guests to a City Hospital, Medicare pays a large per cent of the cost. However, we

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do not qualify for "Nursing Home Care" following surgery. Increased payments of Social Security bene,fits in the near future will help our budget.

PHYSICAL PLANT The physical plant at the Home, that is the buildings and grounds, have been maintained in good condition during the past year. Necessary painting and maintenance of that nature has been done as needed. During the year the Home purchased the three-story apartment building at 5335-37 Delmar Boulevard, adjoining the Home property on the East. This building has been maintained, by the previous owner, in excellent condition and we were able to obtain the property for $50,000. At the present time the Home does not have need of the building for institutional purposes but it was the unanimous opinion of the Board Members, when the property became available for purchase, the Home should acquire it for several reasons. First of all, ownership of the building by the Home would prevent it from falling into possibly undesirable ownership and occupancy. In the second place, if the Home should find it necessary to expand at some future time, this property, which adjoins us on the East, would be the natural place for expansion. Furthermore, if at some future time it is determined that expansion of the Home is necessary, the building would be admirably suitable for housing employees whom we require to live on the premises for our convenience. Until such time as the Home may have need of the building for institutional purposes it is being managed for us by a Real Estate Management firm and is being kept rented. It is anticipated that the net income which it will produce will pay for the building in some ten years, or less. Reflecting upon the consequences of the protracted period of excessively high temperatures in the summer of 1966, the Board determined upon the purchase of air conditioning equipment for rooms in the Hospital and in the children's quarters. Thirty-six new room coolers have been installed in the hospital and 31 in the children's building. We acknowledge with great appreciation substantial contributions toward the cost of the air conditioning equipment and the necessary electrical wiring which we have received from the Order of the Eastern Star, the Scottish Rite in St. Louis, the Moolah Temple Shrine Circus and from the Herman A. Batavia Class of the St. Louis Valley of the Scottish Rite. It is a difficult matter to give credit for things of this nature without overlooking someone unintentionally. I would, therefore, take this means of expressing a heartfelt "Thank You" to all who had any part in making this improvement in our Home possible and assure them that omission of their names, if such is a fact, is entirely inadvertent. Improvements made at the Home during the past year include, repaving of the circle drive into the grounds from Enright Avenue, sealing of the parking areas, installation of automatic fire extinguisher equipment in the duct work over the cooking equipment in the big kitchen and painting of the children's living quarters and dining room, as well as the exterior of the Administration Building.

ENTERTAINMENT Our Home Family has been well entertained during the year by many interested and generous individuals and groups. I will not attempt to list

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all of them but only say that entertainments have consisted of band concerts, parties, a trip on the Steamer Admiral, attendance at the Bridgeton Lodge annual fish fry, movies during the fall, winter and spring months and many other occasions which have brought untold pleasure to the guests of our Home. To all who contributed to the happiness of our Home Family, sincere thanks are extended.

HOME FAMILY The facilities of the Home have been severely overtaxed during the past year. As of June 30, 1967, the end of our fiscal year, we had 385 guests in the Home. On the same date we had 186 patients in our Hospital. The average daily census in the Hospital for the entire year was 182 patients. At times, for short periods, we had more than 190 Hospital patients. Since we must have Hospital beds in reserve to take care of sudden unexpected acute illnesses and since we have had no rooms available for new ambulatory old folks, we have been forced to place newly approved applicants for admission to the Home on a waiting list. Presently, 16 applicants who have been approved for admission are awaiting notice to come into the Home, and the waiting time after approval is currently from four to six months. We wish that it were not necessary to have a waiting period after approval because every approved applicant is in need of the services of the Home, but limited space dictates the necessity. A happy and unusual occasion was the celebration of the 100th Birthday Anniversary of Mrs. Louise Dueing who has been a guest of the Masonic Home of Missouri since August 21, 1952. Some 300 or more friends and relatives, including a large number of other members of the Home Family, greeted Mrs. Dueing at a reception held for her in the lobby of the Women's Building. M.W. Bro. Russell E. Murray presented a beautiful orchid to her. In addition to other greetings, Mrs. Dueing received congratulatory messages from President Johnson, Governor Hearnes and -Mayor Alfonso Cervantes of St. Louis. Two St. Louis Television Stations carried interviews with Mrs. Dueing on their news programs on that day. Altogether, it was an occasion long to be remembered. We continue to enjoy excellent relations with the Normandy, St. Louis County, School District where our children are enrolled. This year we had one high school graduate, Cora Carter, who is now enrolled in a Beauty Culture School taking a complete course of Cosmetology. Douglas Sprouse, our college student, has enrolled for his second year at McCormick Theological Seminary where he is working for his Master of Social Work and Bachelor of Divinity degrees, simultaneously. During the last school year both the Scottish Rite Foundation of 51. Louis and Order of the Eastern Star generously assisted with the expenses of this fine young man and I acknowledge with great appreciation their financial help.

CONCLUSION Serving the past year as President of the Board of Directors of the Masonic Home of Missouri has been a demanding, but a pleasurable task. Like any member who serves on this Board, I have had an intense interest and a feeling of accomplishment in its various problems. Working with 11 other

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brethren over a period of three years-each one of them gIvmg approximately 30 days a year to a labor of love-gives you an especially warm feeling; one which is almost unexplainable. It is a camaraderie born of hard work and a sincere interest in the welfare of our less fortunate brethren and their families. I have found that each new Board member becomes cognizant of this almost after his first Board meeting. He realizes that he has become an integral part of a Team such as he has never seen before. No contention exists, except that noble contention of who can best work, and best agree. For this reason I have no doubt but what the Masonic Home will be in good hands for many years. Fraternally submitted, ',y'ILLIAM R. DENSLOW, President.

APPENDIX APPLICATIONS

Carried over from previous year Received during year .

107 114 70 23

Admitted to the Home during the year Rejected because of ineligibility .. Died before application passed on by Board Died after application passed on by Board .... Withdrawn by Lodge/Chapter before action of Board Withdrawn by Lodge/Chapter after action of Board Approval rescinded after action of Board Pending at end of year .....

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MEMBER STATISTICS Members in Home July I, 1966 Arrived during year

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Women Men 296 61 50 18

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Boys 18 2

Girls 17 1

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number number number number number number number

of of of of of of of

patients in the Hospital July I, 1966 patients admitted during the year .. . patients discharged during the year .......... patients in the Hospital per day during year deaths during year operations performed in other Hospitals patients in the Hospital July I, 1967

189 337 272 181 71 27 185

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OUT-PATIENT DEPARTMENT Number of patients seen by Dr. Hall 794 Number of patients treated in Clinic ..... 23,722 Total patients treated (including shots, etc. given to patients in rooms) 28,641 Average number of feet treated per month 110 Average number of baths given per month . 50 to 60 Average number of shampoos per week (haircuts, permanents, treatments) . . 10

CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE CHRISTMAS AND ENTERTAINMENT FUND-1966-1967 Howard Lodge No.4, New Franklin O'Sullivan Lodge No.7, Walnut Grove Agency Lodge No. 10, Agency . Pauldingville Lodge No. 11, Wright City Tyro Lodge No. 12, Caledonia Rising Sun Lodge No. 13, Barry Eolia Lodge No. 14, Eolia . Memphis Lodge No. 16, Memphis Clarksville Lodge No. 17, Clarksville ... Palmyra Lodge No. 18, Palmyra Paris Union Lodge No. 19, Paris . Florida Lodge No. 23, Florida . Wyaconda Lodge No. 24, LaGrange Evergreen Lodge No. 27, New Haven St. Johns Lodge No. 28, Hannibal Liberty Lodge No. 31, Liberty Ralls Lodge No. 33, Center .. Troy Lodge No. 34, Troy Mercer Lodge No. 35, Princeton Hemple Lodge No. 37, Hemple . Callao Lodge No. 38, Callao . Bismarck Lodge No. 41, Bismarck . Jefferson Lodge No. 43, Jefferson City Fayette Lodge No. 47, Fa)'ette Fulton Lodge No. 48, Fulton Holt Lodge No. 49, Holt . . Xenia Lodge No. 50, Hopkins . Livingston Lodge No. 51, Glasgow Wakanda Lodge No. 52, Carrollton . Index Lodge No. 54, Garden City Arrow Rock Lodge No. 55, Arrow Rock .. Richmond Lodge No. 57, Richmond ... Centralia Lodge No. 59, Centralia New Bloomfield Lodge No. 60, New Bloomfield Waverly Lodge No. 61, Waverly Vincel Lodge No. 62, Cameron ... Cambridge Lodge No. 63, Slater .. Pattonsburg Lodge No. 65, Pattonsburg Grant City Lodge No. 66, Grant City .... Kennett Lodge No. 68, Kennett . Sullivan Lodge No. 69, Sullivan Armstrong Lodge No. 70, Armstrong Savannah Lodge No. 71, Savannah . Gorin Lodge No. 72, Gorin

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Eureka Lodge No. 73, Brunswick ......... . . 5.00 Silex Lodge No. 75, Silex . 10.00 Lebanon Lodge No. 77, Steelville . 25.00 25.00 . St. Joseph Lodge No. 78, St. Joseph 10.00 Jackson Lodge No. 82, Linneus . . Laclede Lodge No. 83, Lebanon . 10.00 10.00 Miami Lodge No. 85, Miami .......... . . 10.00 . Brookfield Lodge No. 86, Brookfield 10.00 Washington Lodge No. 87, Greenfield . Defiance Lodge No. 88, Sheridan . 5.00 10.00 Friendship Lodge No. 89, Chillicothe . Madison Lodge No. 91, Madison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . 5.00 443.05 . Perseverance Lodge No. 92, Louisiana 50.00 St. Marks Lodge No. 93, Cape Girardeau 5.00 Vienna Lodge No. 94, Vienna. . . . . . . . Bethany Lodge No. 97, Bethany . 10.00 10.00 Webster Lodge No. 98, Marshfield. . . . 25.00 Mt. Vernon Lodge No. 99, Mt. Vernon . . 5.00 . Ash Grove Lodge No. 100, Ash Grove Bogard Lodge No. 101, Bogard . 5.00 10.00 West View Lodge No. 103, Millersville . Heroine Lodge No. 104, Kansas City . 35.00 10.00 Kirksville Lodge No. 105, Kirksville . 10.00 Stanberry Lodge No. 109, Stanberry . . 10.00 Marcus Lodge No. 110, Fredericktown . Trenton Lodge No. Ill, Trenton . 35.00 5.00 Maitland Lodge No. 112, Maitland . 10.00 Plattsburg Lodge No. 113, Plattsburg . 50.00 Twilight Lodge No. 114, Columbia . 10.00 Laddonia Lodge No. 115, Laddonia . 10.00 Barnes Lodge No. 116, Cabool. . . . . . . 5.00 Helena Lodge No. 117, Rochester .. . .. .. .. .. .. 50.00 DeSoto Lodge No. 119, DeSoto . 25.00 Compass Lodge No. 120, Parkville . 10.00 Hermann Lodge No. 123, Hermann . 5.00 Union Star Lodge No. 124, Union Star . 5.00 Gentryville Lodge No. 125, Gentryville . 5.00 Seaman Lodge No. 126, Milan . 10.00 Athens Lodge No. 127, Albany . 5.00 Lorraine Lodge No. 128, Ridgeway . 15.00 Monett Lodge No. 129, Monett . 5.00 Hume Lodge No. 130, Hume . 10.00 Farmington Lodge No. 132, Farmington . 50.00 Star of West Lodge No. 133, Ironton . 10.00 Phoenix Lodge No. 136, Bowling Green . 10.00 Lincoln Lodge No. 138, Fillmore . 10.00 Amsterdam Lodge No. 141, Amsterdam . 10.00 Pleasant Grove Lodge No. 142, Otterville . 10.00 Irondale Lodge No. 143, Irondale . 10.00 Modern Lodge No. 144, Humansville. . . . . .......... . . 10.00 Cass Lodge No. 147, Harrisonville. . . . . . . . . . . 25.00 Lexington Lodge No. 149, Lexington . . . . . . . . . .. . . 5.00 Birming Lodge No. 150, Faucett . 10.00 Milton Lodge No. 151, Milton . . 25.00 Linn Creek Lodge No. 152, Camdenton .

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Bloomfield Lodge No. 153, Bloomfield Ionic Lodge No. 154, Desloge Whitesville Lodge No. 162, Whitesville Joachim Lodge No. 164, Hillsboro Benevolence Lodge No. 170, Utica Censer Lodge No. 172, Macon Gray Summit Lodge No. 173, Gray Summit Sturgeon Lodge No. 174, Sturgeon Point Pleasant Lodge No. 176, Conran Griswold Lodge No. 178, Bellflower California Lodge No. 183, California Morley Lodge No. 184, Morley Chamois Lodge No. 185, Chamois Hermon Lodge No. 187, Liberal Hannibal Lodge No. 188, Hannibal Zeredatha Lodge No. 189, St. Joseph Putnam Lodge No. 190, Newtown Frankford Lodge No. 192, Frankford Angerona Lodge No. 193, Missouri City Wellsville Lodge No. 194, Wellsville Carthage Lodge No. 197, Carthage New Hope Lodge No. 199, Elsberry Ravenwood Lodge No. 201, Ravenwood Brumley Lodge No. 203, Brumley Somerset Lodge No. 206, Powersville Clay Lodge No. 207, Excelsior Springs Salisbury Lodge No. 208, Salisbury Four Mile Lodge No. 212, Campbell Rolla Lodge No. 213, Rolla Hornersville Lodge No. 215, Hornersville Hale City Lodge No. 216, Hale Barbee Lodge No. 217, Sweet Springs Albert Pike Lodge No. 219, Kansas City Kansas City Lodge No. 220, Kansas City Mystic Tie Lodge No. 221, Oak Ridge Hamilton Lodge No. 224, Hamilton Salem Lodge No. 225, Salem Saline Lodge No. 226, St. Mary's Cypress Lodge No. 227, Laclede' Shelbina Lodge No. 228, Shelbina St. James Lodge No. 230, St. James Cardwell Lodge No. 231, Cardwell Polo Lodge No. 232, Polo St. Francois Lodge No. 234, Libertyville Sedalia Lodge No. 236, Sedalia . LaPlata Lodge No. 237, LaPlata Rushville Lodge No. 238, Rushville Hopewell Lodge No. 239, Lesterville Palestine Lodge No. 241, St. Charles Knobnoster Lodge No. 245, Knobnoster Neosho Lodge No. 247, Neosho Carroll Lodge No. 249, Norborne Alton Lodge No. 255, Alton Shekinah Lodge No. 256, Festus Lodge of Love No. 259, Lancaster Mechanicsville Lodge No. 260, Defiance

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Holden Lodge No. 262, Holden Summit Lodge No. 263, Lee's Summit Brotherhood Lodge No. 269, St. Joseph New Salem Lodge No. 270, Winfield Solomon Lodge No. 271, Springfield Granite Lodge No. 272, Sedalia William D. Muir Lodge No. 277, Pilot Grove , Essex Lodge No. 278, Essex Stockton Lodge No. 283, Stockton Canopy Lodge No. 284, Aurora Craft Lodge No. 287, Canton Hermitage Lodge No. 288, Hermitage Graham Lodge No. 289, Graham Lamar Lodge No. 292, Lamar Mound City Lodge No. 294, Mound City Moniteau Lodge No. 295, Jamestown Sampson Lodge No. 298, Lutie Temple Lodge No. 299, Kansas City Lick Creek Lodge No. 302, Perry Osage Lodge No. 303, Nevada Cecile Daylight Lodge No. 305, Kansas City Parrott Lodge No. 308, Maysville Kearney Lodge No. 311, Kearney Cuba Lodge No. 312, Cuba Paulville Lodge No. 319, Hurdland Hardin Lodge No. 322, Hardin McDonald Lodge No. 324, Independence Dockery Lodge No. 325, Meadville Linn Lodge No. 326, Linn Cainsville Lodge No. 328, Cainsville Charity Lodge No. 331, St. Joseph Excello Lodge No. 332, Excello Joplin Lodge No. 335, Joplin Hallsville Lodge No. 336, Hallsville Blue Springs, Lodge No. 337, Blue Springs Fidelity Lodge No. 339, Farley Circle Lodge No. 342, Roscoe Moberly Lodge No. 344, Moberly . Fellowship Lodge No. 345, Joplin Arlington Lodge No. 346, Dixon Pollock Lodge No. 349, Pollock . Mosaic Lodge No. 351, Belleview Friend Lodge No. 352, Ozark Barnesville Lodge No. 353, Ellington Hebron Lodge No. 354, Mexico Adelphi Lodge No. 355, Edgerton Ancient Landmark Lodge No. 356, Harrisburg Northwest Lodge No. 358, Tarkio Hiram Lodge No. 362, Kahoka Fraternal Lodge No. 363, Robertsville . ......... Higginsville Lodge No. 364, Higginsville ., Adair Lodge No. 366, Kirksville . Barry Lodge No. 367, Washburn Crescent Hill Lodge No. 368, Adrian . Composite Lodge No. 369, Doniphan Williamstown Lodge No. 370, Williamstown

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Belle Lodge No. 373, Belle . Waynesville Lodge No. 375, Waynesville King Hill Lodge No. 376, St. Joseph Berlin Lodge No. 378, Fairport ..... Billings Lodge No. 379, Billings Pythagoras Lodge No. 383, Cassville Woodside Lodge No. 387, Thomasville Arcana Lodge No. 389, Harris . Raytown Lodge No. 391, Raytown . Christian Lodge No. 392, Oak Grove Beehive Lodge No. 393, Lawson Gower Lodge No. 397, Gower . Pike Lodge No. 399, Curryville . Carterville Lodge No. 401, Carterville Lowry City Lodge No. 403, Lowry City . Rosendale Lodge No. 404, Rosendale . Charleston Lodge No. 407, Charleston .. Montrose Lodge No. 408, Montrose . Louisville Lodge No. 409, Louisville Appleton City Lodge No. 412, Appleton City Greensburg Lodge No. 414, Greensburg Whitewater Lodge No. 417, Whitewater Star Lodge No. 419, Taberville Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422, Springfield Samaritan Lodge No. 424, Bonne Terre Green Ridge Lodge No. 425, Green Ridge Rothville Lodge No. 426, Rothville ..... Glenwood Lodge No. 427, Glenwood New Madrid Lodge No. 429, New Madrid Winona Lodge No. 430, Winona Competition Lodge No. 432, Competition Mt. Olive Lodge No. 439, Rogersville .... Trowel Lodge No. 440, Marble Hill Excelsior Lodge No. 441, Jackson . Burlington Lodge No. 442, Burlington Jct. Ada Lodge No. 444, Orrick . Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446, Kansas City Jacoby Lodge No. 447, Darlington Schell City Lodge No. 448, Schell City Belton Lodge No. 450, Belton Forsyth Lodge No. 453, Forsyth .. Wallace Lodge No. 456, Bunceton Jonesburg Lodge No. 457, Jonesburg Hazelwood Lodge No. 459, Seymour Caruthersville Lodge No. 461, Caruthersville Concordia Lodge No. 464, Concordia Southwest Lodge No. 466, Southwest City Nodaway Lodge No. 470, Maryville Mineral Lodge No. 471, Oronogo Nineveh Lodge No. 473, Olney Mt. Hope Lodge No. 476, Odessa Henderson Lodge No. 477, Rogersville Jewel Lodge No. 480, Pleasant Hill Marceline Lodge No. 481, Marceline Clintonville Lodge No. 482, El Dorado Springs Fairfax Lodge No. 483, Fairfax

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Cairo Lodge No. 486, Cairo . Montevallo Lodge No. 490, Montevallo Vandalia Lodge No. 491, Vandalia Daggett Lodge No. 492, McKittrick Unity Lodge No. 495, Richards Robert Burns Lodge No. 496, Gainesville Equality Lodge No. 497, Newburg . Jameson Lodge No. 500, Jameson Buckner Lodge No. 501, Buckner Prairie Home Lodge No. 503, Prairie Home Platte City Lodge No. 504, Platte City Lathrop Lodge No. 506, Lathrop Saxton Lodge No. 508, Saxton New Hampton Lodge No. 510, New Hampton . Skidmore Lodge No. 511, Skidmore Senath Lodge No. 513, Senath Oriental Lodge No. 518, Blackburn Crane Lodge No. 519, Crane Lockwood Lodge No. 521, Lockwood Gate City Lodge No. 522, Kansas City Cunningham Lodge No. 525, Sumner Wayne Lodge No. 526, Piedmont Higbee Lodge No. 527, Higbee .. '" Conway Lodge No. 528, Conway Lane's Prairie Lodge No. 531, Vichy . Dexter Lodge No. 532, Dexter . Comfort Lodge No. 533, Wheaton Columbia Lodge No. 534, Pacific . Blackwell Lodge No. 535, Blackwell Ingomar Lodge No. 536, Willow Springs Bethel Lodge No. 537, Bethel Stella Lodge No. 538, Stella Dawn Lodge No. 539, Ludlow Mansfield Lodge No. 543, Mansfield Zalma Lodge No. 545, Zalma , " Orient Lodge No. 546, Kansas City South Gate Lodge No. 547, Kansas City Clinton Lodge No. 548, Clinton Carl Junction Lodge No. 549, Carl Junction Pendleton Lodge No. 551, Doe Run Foster Lodge No. 554, Foster . Prairie Lodge No. 556, Gilmon City . Moscow Lodge No. 558, Moscow Mills Clarksdale Lodge No. 559, Clarksdale Nelson Lodge No. 560, Nelson Cowgill Lodge No. 561, Cowgill York Lodge No. 563, Kansas City Jamesport Lodge No. 564, Jamesport Tebbetts Lodge No. 565, Tebbetts .. . . Marlborough Lodge No. 569, Kansas City Republic Lodge No. 570, Republic Hayti Lodge No. 571, Hayti Rutledge Lodge No. 572, Rutledge Easter Lodge No. 575, St. Clair Ewing Lodge No. 577, Ewing.... . . Illmo Lodge No. 581, Illmo :

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Shamrock Lodge No. 585, Shamrock Criterion Lodge No. 586, Alba Branson Lodge No. 587, Branson Advance Lodge No. 590, Advance Union Lodge No. 593, Union Puxico Lodge No. 596, Puxico Bosworth Lodge No. 597, Bosworth . Leadwood Lodge No. 598, Leadwood . Elvins Lodge No. 599, Flat River . Cosby Lodge No. 600, Cosby Acacia Lodge No. 602, Columbia Morehouse Lodge No. 603, Morehouse . Walker Lodge No. 605, Walker .. " Strafford Lodge No. 608, Strafford . Centertown Lodge No. 611, Centertown . Mokane Lodge No. 612, Mokane Mt. Washington Lodge No. 614, Independence . Chaffee Lodge No. 615, Chaffee . Swope Park Lodge No. 617, Kansas City . Grandview Lodge No. 618, Grandview . Willard Lodge No. 620, Willard . Anderson Lodge No. 621, Anderson . Sheffield Lodge No. 625, Kansas City . Mendon Lodge No. 628, Mendon...... . . Archie Lodge No. 633, Archie .. Mt. View Lodge No. 637, Mt. View . Northeast Lodge No. 643, Kansas City .. Cleveland Lodge No. 651, Cleveland . Shawnee Lodge No. 653, Warsaw " . Country Club Lodge No. 656, Kansas City Alpha Lodge No. 659, Kansas City . Clarence Lodge No. 662, Clarence Wardell Lodge No. 665, Wardell . . . . . . . . . .. . Lilbourn Lodge No. 666, Lilbourn . Mt. Moriah Lodge No. 40, St. Louis .

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OTHER ORGANIZATIONS AND INDMDUALS Anonymous Harold M. Jayne Audrain Callaway Masonic Association . Past Matrons & Past Patrons Club of Trenton, Mo. Independence Chapter No. 12, R.A.M. . . Seth Aber . The Forty-Ninth Masonic District Association Prince of Peace Commandery No. 29, K.T. Rufus Smith . Osage Valley Chapter No. 502, O.E.S Venus Chapter No. 153, 0.E.8 Past Matrons Club of Vincil Chapter No. 43, 0.E.8. Jefferson City High Twelve Club . John and Virginia Heard . M. M. Edwards . Past District Deputy Club of 6th District, 0.E.8. Orion Chapter No. 49, R.A.M . Mosaic Chapter No. 463, O.E.S . Jeanette Fitzgerald .................â&#x20AC;˘...........

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Mrs. Mary L. Trask Mildred J. Schoonover Virgil H. Baldwin . Ionic Low Twelve Club . Astra Chapter No. 78, O.E.S . Mary Magdalene Chapter No. 100, O.E.S. McKittrick Chapter No. 464, O.E.S. . . Jobs Daughters Bethel No.6 . Rainbow Assembly No. 19 . Mrs. Evangeline Kazanas .. . . F. J. Fahrenkamp . Hale Chapter No. 135, O.E.S . Brentwood Chapter No. 429, O.E.S. Albert F. Brueshaber . Harry and May Hortler . Mrs. Herbert H. Haukenberry . St. Graal Commandery No. 12, K.T. Columbia Chapter No. 17, R.A.M. . F. J. Grindler . Robertsville Chapter No. 444, O.E.S. . . Mr. & Mrs. C. R. Boswell . Nathan W. Williams . Harry Jack Waggoner . G. W. Knecht . Mr. & Mrs. Emil Koch . Floral Society of Radiant Chapter Advisory Board, O.E.S. . Kahoka Chapter No. 126, R.A.M Florissant Chapter No. 161, O.E.S The Nestler Family Advisory Board, O.E.S. . Mr. & Mrs. Adolph F. Berghorn J. F. Faulkenberry Mt. Washington Chapter No. 423, 0.E.5 St. John Commandery No. 20, K.T . Calvary Commandery No. 28, K.T. Albany Commandery No. 60, K.T Bro. Ellis Payne Bond Bolivar Chapter No.5, R.A.M . Owensville Chapter No. 414, 0.E.5. Advisory Board, O.E.S.-From Various Chapters

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MASONIC HOME CHEER COMMITTEE 1966-1967 July 31, 1967 Mr. William R. Denslow, President Masonic Home of Missouri Dear Rt. Wor. Brother Denslow: Attached is a report of the activities of the Masonic Home Cheer Committee and a complete listing of its receipts and disbursements for the past year. It is always a joy to be able to bring pleasure and entertainment to our Masonic Home Family. The unsolicited "thank you" and the cheery smiles on the faces of the Home folks are sufficient reward for the time spent in

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this endeavor. We hope that our programs this past year have added to their comfort and have met with the approval of the officers and directors of the Home. The attendance at the ten religious services, including the Annual St. John's Day service, was 1,490 for an average of 149 at each service. We are grateful to the various bodies that volunteered to sponsor these services and to the ministers, organists, and choirs for their participation. To those who provided entertainment during this past year, without remuneration we offer our sincere thanks. Finally, the success of the Committee is due in a large measure to the splendid cooperation received from the representatives who have assisted me and from R.W. Bros. Robertson and Stein and their entire staff. I wish for my successor the same spirit of cooperation. Fraternally, GEORGE W. WHITWOTIH, President) Masonic Home Cheer Committee. Following is our financial and activities report for the fiscal year August 1, 1966 through July 31, 1967: . $2,609.19 50.00 .

Balance in Bank July 31, 1966 Balance in petty cash fund Total cash on hand and in the bank Receipts 1966-1967 (per list attached)

$6,357.36 $3,984.60

$2,372.76

$400.00 710.00 35.00 75.00 $1,220.00

Disbursements 1966-1967 (per list attached) Balance on hand July 31, 1967 Reserves: For outing on Steamer Admiral Thanksgiving cash distribution Printing Annual Report Prepaid Donation for 1967路1968

. $2,659.19 . $3,698.17

Projected Net Balance Recapitulation: Balance in Mercantile Trust Co. Balance in petty cash fund Balance in all funds

$1,152.76 $2,322.76 50.00 .

$2,372.76

RECEIPTS AND DEPOSITS Missouri Lodge No.1....................................... $ 25.00 Meridian Lodge No.2 . 50.00 Beacon Lodge No.3 (including prepaid 1968 donation) . 150.00 George Washington Lodge No.9 " , .. 75.00 St. Louis Lodge No. 20 . 25.00 Napthali Lodge No. 25 . 25.00 Polar Star Lodge No. 79 . 30.00 Bridgeton Lodge No. 80 . 100.00 Webster Groves Lodge No. 84 . 50.00 Pomegranate Lodge No. 95 . 25.00 Erwin Lodge No. 121 . 50.00 Occidental Lodge No. 163 . 25.00

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Pride of The West Lodge No. 179 Pyramid Lodge No. 180 . Good Hope Lodge No. 218 Keystone Lodge No. 243 . Aurora Lodge No. 267 . Fenton Lodge No. 281 Cosmos Lodge No. 282 . Meramec Lodge No. 313 . Cornerstone Lodge No. 323 Paul Revere Lodge No. 330 America Lodge No. 347 . Tuscan Lodge No. 360 Cache Lodge No. 416 Haska Lodge No. 420 . Anchor Lodge No. 443 Westgate Lodge No. 445 Lambskin Lodge No. 460 Kirkwood Lodge No. 484 Harmony Lodge No. 499 Clifton Heights Lodge No. 520 Ferguson Lodge No. 542 Maplewood Lodge No. 566 Clayton Lodge No. 601 Wellston Lodge No. 613 . Brentwood Lodge No. 616 Valley Park Lodge No. 629 Tower Grove Lodge No. 631 . Freedom Lodge No. 636 Triangle Lodge No. 638 .. , Jennings Lodge No. 640 Trinity Lodge No. 641 Ben Franklin Lodge No. 642 Shaveh Lodge No. 646 Pilgrim Lodge No. 652 Gardenville Lodge No. 655 Commonwealth Lodge No. 654 Progress Lodge No. 657 Purity Lodge No. 658 Berkeley Lodge No. 667 . Missouri Chapter No. I, R.A.M. St. Louis Chapter No.8, R.A.M. . Bellefontaine Chapter No. 25, R.A.M. Kilwinning Chapter No. 50, R.A.M. Oriental Chapter No. 78, R.A.M... Shekinah Chapter No. 132, R.A.M. . Wellston Chapter No. 138, R.A.M. Hiram Council No. I R. & S.M St. Louis Commandery No. I, K.T Ivanhoe Commandery No.8, K.T. . St. Aldemar Commandery No. 18, K.T Moolah Temple . Scottish Rite Bodies Square Club Tuscan Chapter No. 68, O.E.S. . Crestwood Chapter No. 82, O.E.S. .. Fenton Chapter No. 152, O.E.S

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Martharae Chapter No. 221, O.E.S Bridgeton Chapter No. 266, O.E.S Clayton Chapter No. 304, O.E.S. . . Southampton Chapter No. 459, O.E.S . Poinsetta Chapter No. 472, O.E.S. . . Pilgrim Chapter No. 473, O.E.S. Berkeley Chapter No. 503, O.E.S. . . Valley Park Chapter No. 505, O.E.S. . . . Progress Chapter No. 522, O.E.S Crown Chapter No. 535, O.E.S . Alfred M. Frager, Member of St. Louis Lodge No. 20 . W. J. Manpeter, Member of Mt. Moriah Lodge No. 40 Joseph Werninger, Member of America Lodge No. 347 . Harvey N. Smith, Member of Euclid Lodge No. 505 . L. P. Thesen, Member of Triangle Lodge No. 638 . George W. Whitworth, Member of Berkeley Lodge No. 667 William E. Krenning, Member of Westgate Lodge No. 445 Nat Rader, Member of Westgate Lodge No. 445 State Bank of Wellston . . Arthur W. Thesen, Quincy, Illinois . Group of Past Matrons and Past Patrons of 1961 (Marion Turner's and Dolls) . H. B. Owens refund from Christmas Expenses

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$3,698.17

ACTMTIES AND DISBURSEMENTS OF THE MASONIC HOME CHEER COMMITTEE Auqust 1, 1966 to July 31, 1967 Excursion on Steamer Admiral, Wor. Bro. Wm. J. Holdo$ 300.85 way in charge . Sept. 25, 1966 Religious Services-Crown Chapter No. 535, O.E.S. Oct. 23, 1966 Religious Services-Job's Daughters Nov. 19, 1966 Thanksgiving Cash Distributions 710.00 . . Nov. 27, 1966 Religious Services-Knights Templar Commanderies No.'s 1, 8, 16 and 18 Dec. 17, 1966 Christmas Cash Distribution 710.00 . Dec. 18, 1966 Religious Services-Cheer Committee Dec. 24, 1966 Christmas Party, Entertainment, Refreshments, Gifts for Children, Santa Claus, Music Provided by Brother 269.77 Ben St. Onge & His Orchestra . Jan. 22, 1967 Religious Services-Cornerstone Lodge No. 323 Feb. 26, 1967 Religious Services-Purity Lodge No. 658 Mar. 26, 1967 Religious Services-DeMolay Apr. 23, 1967 Religious Services-Euclid Chapter No. 425, O.E.S. May 3, 1967 Donation for Bingo Prizes for 12 Months, Sponsored by 150.00 Mrs. Laura McKee of Maplewood Chapter No. 204, a.E.S May 13, 1967 Mother's Day Cash Distribution . . 706.00 May 28, 1967 Religious Services-The Square Club June It, 1967 Band Concert Moolah Temple Band, Chairs and Refreshments . 76.70 June 25, 1967 Religious Services, Annual St. John's Day-Sponsored by Masonic Service Bureau June 17, 1967 Father's Day Cash Distribution . 696.00 Aug. 10, 1966

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June 18, 1967

July 29, 1967

Band Concert-Letter Carriers Band-Chairs and Refreshments . (10 cases of soda left over to provide "treats" for children during summer.) Outing to Bridgeton Fish Fry-Dinners for Senior Citizens, Children, Matrons, Nurses and Drivers, Transportation furnished free by Representatives and Lodge Members Printing, Postage and Advertising for Year . Total Disbursements for the Year

85.70

150.00 129.58 $3,984.60

The above is in balance with the check book and bank statements as of July 31, 1967. GEORGE W. WHITWORTH,

President.

Attest: DEWEY

SCHULTE,

Secretary-Treasurer.

GIFTS FROM THE ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR August L 1966 through July 3L 1967 $1,141.00 887.02 5,990.45 2,500.00

for Guests of the Home 36 Hospital Gowns 325 Jars of Jelly for Air Conditioners to Complete Air Conditioning 22 Lap Robes to Air Condition Children's 4 Lifts for Hospital Quarters 3 Boxes of Oranges 110.50 for Beauty Parlor 12 Pairs Pajamas 290.00 for Camping 20 Pens for Men Guests 60.00 for Bus to DeSoto Picnic 8 Permanents 138.05 for Children 4 Pillows 17.00 for Jelly 38 Quilts 187.00 for Snack Bar 60 Scarfs 10.00 for Treats 2 Ice Cream Scoops 24 Shampoos and Sets 100.00 for Walkers 6 Afghans 19 Pairs Pillow Cases 12 Gallons of Apple Butter 4 Sheets 4 Sacks and 3 Boxes of Apples 4Y2 Dozen Stainless Steel Coffee Spoons 1 Box Bingo Prizes 6 Dozen Stainless Steel Ice Cream 26 Birthday Gifts Spoons 4 Blankets 7 Dozen Stainless Steel Ice Cream 6 Coloring Books Soda Spoons 20 Candy Bars 26 Bath Towels 33 Christmas Gifts 36 Dish Towels 2 Boxes, 72 Dozen and 88 Pounds of 12 Finger Towels Cookies 5 Hand Towels 1 Corset 1 Box of Toys 6 Dresses for Children 75 Stuffed Toys 6 Dozen Eggs 6 Walkers 93 Gifts 60 Wash Cloths 13 Hair Cuts MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS

Birthday Gifts for Children Candy Canned Goods Christmas Gifts Clothing Cookies

Fruits and Jellies Kleenex Containers Pop Corn Sheepskin Wiener Buns

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ADDITIONS TO THE ENDOWMENT FUND MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI 1966-1967 Anonymous gift Memory of Walter Asher Memory of Joseph F. Ayers . Gift of Lillie Ann Benner Estate . Memory of Joseph D. Bradford , Memory of Hobart N. Brock . Memory of Joseph H. Brown . . Arthur W. Butterfield Estate . Gift of A. J. Cammann . Angela Campbell Estate, Cemetery lots sold . Estate of Otto M. Cartall . James H. Dahlmann Estate . . Memory of Richard F. Demme . Memory of Alfred Nicks Detweiler . Memory of Mrs. Genevieve Drake Gift of D. T. Duncan Gift of Mrs. Helena Fletcher Gift of Arthur Goldstein-Argo Products Co Gudder Foundation Memory of Charles D. Hamblin Memory of B. M. Hart Gift of J. Howard Helmick Estate Edna B. Heckel Estate Arthur M. Hough Estate Gift of Richard Love Johnson Memory of Larson H. Kennedy Gift of Richard H. Kerr Gift of Prof. A. Vern Kilpatrick Memory of Max L. Land Memory of J. McKinley Long Memory of Thomas Witt Leach Memory of David Lentzner Gift of Thomas H. Magee Memory of William Malpe Ann Louise Marbourg Estate Henrietta Meinert Estate Moolah Temple Shrine Circus Gift of Norfolk & Western Railway Club Honor of Palestine Lodge No. 241 Estate of Edward L. Perrot Memory of James Arthur Prewett Memory of Mrs. Louise Ritter Lena Rose Estate Gift of Mr. and Mrs. A. S. Ryan Gift of St. John's Methodist Church Memory of Walter S. Sewell Virginia Shearer Estate Memory of Lawrence M. Shelton "

1,600.00 30.00 40.00 432.91 15.00 55.00 15.00 3,000.00 10.00 450.00 129,865:26 10,760.50 50.00 15.00 55.00 11.49 100.00 150.00 IOO.OO 5.00 .5.00 4,528.95 500.00 21,649.92 15.00 40.00 50.00 13.00 15.00 5.00 15.00 5.00 100.00 5.00 100.00 32,188.50 750.00 107.26 10.00 6,000.00 40.00 200.00 1,763.72 200.00 409.65 30.00 225.82 40.00

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ADDITIONS TO THE ENDOWMENT FUND MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI 1966-1967 Memory of Keith E. Short . Henry A. Steiner Estate . Estate of Mildred E. Stewart '" . Marcelina Fruin Stiles Estate Memory of Clifford B. Stimson Memory of Henry E Tanner, Sr. Memory of Guy C. Thatcher .. Mayme Tilker Estate Gift of Twilight Lodge No. 114 Gift of Geo. Washington Chapter No. 333 Honor of Boytt Willis Bequest of Bernhard C. W. Winkelman Irma Zimmerman Estate .

15.00 500.00 2,000.00 346.06 25.00 6.00 40.00 10,679.92 100.00 500.00 10.00 2,000.00 8,086.62 $240,080.58

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ENDOWMENT FUND MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI 1886-1966 Acacia Chemical Craft gift Gifts of Members of Acacia Lodge No. 602 Gift in memory of Mrs. Elizabeth Acker Gifts of Frank B. Adams . Estate of Fred B. Adams . Mary A. Adderley Estate . Gift of Frank G. Ade Gift of Fred W. Agney . Jennie Albers Estate . Gift in memory of Mrs. C. L. Alexander Gifts in memory of M. Harvey Alexander William W. Alexander Minnie Allender Estate Gifts of Members of America Lodge No. 347 Eric Arnold Anderson Estate James R. Anderson Estate Anonymous Gifts Bonds from a Friend of the Home, sold for .. . Gifts in memory of Mrs. Theo R. Appel Gifts in memory of Theo R. Appel . Ararat Temple, Kansas City Fund .. , William B. Archer Estate ..... Gifts of Members of Archie Lodge No. 633 Frank Joseph Arth Estate .. Eugene D. Ashbrook Estate . Henry Bachmann Estate Karl Backrow . Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Walter H. Baird . Frank C. Barnhill gift William J. Baumann Estate . Gift of Beacon Lodge No.3 . Gift in memory of Homer Beaty . Gift of Monroe R. Beck Memory of Mrs. Rebecca Beck Memory of Harry August Becker Estate of Maude Turner Bedford Frank Beecher Fund Arthur W. Bell Estate Gift of M. A. Bell Gift in memory of Frederick Bender Lillie Ann Benner Estate Memory of Mrs. L. Nellie Benjamin George F. Bergfeld Ida A. Bergmann Estate Memory of George Bierman Gifts in memory of Jerry Bingaman Morris L. Binowitz Estate Gustave Bischoff Fund Robert Elliott Black Fund Gift of Harry B. Black Estate H. H. Blackledge Gift August F. Bloss Estate

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36.33 203.00 5.00 550.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 10,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 2.00 122.00 1,000.00 2,000.00 580.00 5,545.04 2,103.03 2,725.00 52,218.75 5.00 15.00 500.00 5,085.00 5.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 25,577.60 100.00 100.00 1,042.50 99,027.21 30.00 6.00 300.00 5.00 25.00 5,481.37 1,442.48 1,000.00 10.00 214.00 3,603.54 10.00 500.00 29,156.26 500.00 25.00 1,000.00 500.00 1,000.00 10,000.00 150.00 11,149.13

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ENDOWMENT FUND MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI 1886-1966 Gifts in memory of Mrs. Nellye Blum . Gift in memory of Louis G. Boekenheide Blue Silver Lancers, Moolah Temple Dr. Louis F. Bode Estate A. Bolin Fund Gifts in memory of John A. Bonn Frank X. Bouche Estate James W. Boyd Fund '" Estate of Louise M. Bredenkamp John P. Briebel Estate J. H. Brimer gift Louis J. Brohammer gift . . Charles A. Brown Estate " . Harry P. Brown Estate Mabel W. Brown Estate . . . . . . . . .. Gift of Thomas L. Brown Ernest Bruneman Harry M. Buck Estate Gifts of G. A. Buder . . . . . . . . . . .. . i Oscar Buehl Estate . Rudolph Buhman Estate . Richard A. Bullock Estate Ernest J. Bunt Estate . Memory of Robert S. Burg Memory of E. F. Burgess Albert Burns Gifts in memory of Mrs. Augusta Burns Iva T. Burns and Lola B. Dickey Memorial Fund Logan Busby Estate Arthur W. Butterfield Estate Memory of Clifford W. Byers John W. Calhoun Estate Gift of Calvary Commandery No. 28, K.T., Fulton Dr. Solon Cameron Gift Gift of A. J. Cammann Angela Campbell Estate Lester A. Carter, Jasper Lodge No. 398 gift R. B. Cessna gift Mary B. Chandler Estate Memory of Charles H. Chapel A. P. Christianson Fund Oliver J. Christman Estate Mrs. Virginia Allen Church Estate Memory of Ethelbert Forrester Allen Mary C. Clapp Charles A. Clark Estate Mrs. Elizabeth Clark Estate Memory of William A. Clark Gifts of Members of Clinton Lodge No. 548 Memory of Harry C. Cochran Memory of Samuel H. Coffman Sarah B. Coffman

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280.00 5.00 250.00 300.00 400.00 30.00 1,000.00 500.00 9,817.67 1,000.00 20.00 1,500.00 1,000.00 10,834.90 1,162.22 55.00 100.00 2,500.00 493.99 540.59 53,765.48 10,000.00 500.00 30.00 10.30 500.00 10.00 200.00 6,928.80 140,180.56 25.00 300.00 11.50 100.00 30.00 131,562.56 1.00 2.00 5,743.10 7.50 2,067.91 6,252.58

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ENDOWMENT FUND MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI 1886-1966 Max Philip Cohen Estate . Rose Cohen Estate . Gifts in memory of Claude A. Coley Carl C. Collette Estate . Gifts in memory of Roy Collins .. . Comstock Estate . Comstock Estate (Doubtful value) Memory of Eugene L. Conrad . Tom Constantine Estate Gift in memory of William T. Coombs .. ' Richard J. W. Coopman gift. . . . . . E. G. Corwine gift . June Lee Cotton . T. W. Cotton Fund E. C. Coulter Estate M. A. Covey Fund W. C. Craig Estate W. C. Craig (Insurance) . Memory of Lawrence W. Craigmiles Bequest of John Crandall Estate Gift of Crane Lodge No. 517 ......... Clarence N. Crites gift John B. Croshaw Fund John Cunningham Estate Gift of Fern Dan Estate J. M. Darrow Estate J. M. Darrow Fund Memory of Val O. Decker & Frances Decker Memory of Mrs. Bertha Denniston Gift of Mr. and Mrs. William R. Denslow Arthur H. Deppe Estate Brokett A. Dickson Memory of Harry Diller W. B. Distributors, Inc. gift Memory of A. C. Dittlinger A. M. Dockery Fund . Gift of Will Docter Adele H. Doellner Estate Emma H. H. Doellner Estate Memory of Mrs. Erma Doss . Clara Ethel Downs Memorial Fund William Downs gift William E. Downs Estate Louis Duestrow Estate Gift of Dunklin County Scottish Rite Club Gift in memory of Wm. E. Dunscomb, P.G.M Memory of M. G. East Rudolph Egger gift Memory of Mrs. Amelia Ehrman Memory of Alpha Elberfeld Oscar H. Elbrecht Estate, Cash Oscar H. Elbrecht Estate, Stocks and Bonds

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100.00 21,787.87 5.00 4,429.15 10.00 115,760.97 2,500.00 10.00 500.00 50.00 11.08 1.00 250.00 1,000.00 500.00 25.00 2,965.81 85.50 5.00 500.00 25.00 155.00 1,000.00 16,875.25 2,150.57 5,000.00 5,000.00 2,000.00 12.00 100.00 10,000.00 1,000.00 85.00 300.00 25.00 1,000.00 600.00 200.00 500.00 25.00 1,000.00 500.00 10,000.00 20,000.00 50.00 429.00 15.00 5.00 300.00 506.00 405.86 2,780.00

1967

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ENDOWMENT FUND MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI 1886-1966 Memory of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Ellersiek Memory of Maude Ellett Gifts of Members of Elvins Lodge No. 599 Erdhaus Estate, secured and unsecured LUdwig Erdle Estate Gifts of Members of Erwin Lodge No. 121 Memory of Clifford W. Esbaugh Gifts of Members of Euclid Chapter No. 425 Gifts of Members of Euclid Lodge No. 505 Memory of C. E. "Mike" Evans Gift of Past Masters Club, Excelsior Lodge No. 441 Gifts in memory of George Fagan August H. Falkenhainer Estate . Gifts in memory of Mrs. Ella K. Falkenhainer Mrs. Kate Fellers Estate . Frank Ferguson Estate Gift of Ferguson Lodge No. 542 Gifts of Members of Ferguson Lodge No. 542 Estate of Aaron T. Ferris Bequest of Mabel Marie Flachmier Estate A. P. Fletcher Fund Boor Fletcher Clara S. Fletcher Estate Mrs. Lillie F. Fletcher Fund Karl B. Foerster, Sr. Estate Memory of June M. Frazier Fort Leonard Wood National Sojourners gift Fred Edward Fortmann Estate Louis Fox, Jr. Estate Gifts in memory of Dr. Arno Franke Memory of Edward Dean Frazier A. M. Freund Estate Gift in memory of Alexander Friedberg Gift of Frisco AshIer Club of St. Louis Hattie Fuller Estate Elzie Fulton Estate Memory of Dr. A. F. Gaertner Gifts of Members of Gardenville Lodge No. 655 Fred D. Gardner Estate JuHus C. Garrell Fund Charles Geitner Estate Minnie K. Geller Estate Memory of Theodore C. Gerber General Fund Anna L. Gentry Memorial Fund Gift in memory of M.W. Bro. Wm. R. Gentry Louis A. Geserch Memory of Elmer Giddens Robert J. Gilbert Estate Elsie E. Gilmore Trust Gift of Oscar R. Glaessner Adolph Gluck Fund :

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500.00 8.00 12.00 7,665.32 5,333.18 5.00 25.00 100.00 235.00 30.00 20.00 5.00 1,000.00 6.00 625.00 1,815.87 15.00 67.00 300.00 2,500.00 1,000.00 400.00 16,749.61 1,000.00 5,000.00 250.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 12.00 4.00 500.00 50.00 112.11 917.87 16,310.92 5.00 8.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 250.00 15.00 128,740.03 2,099.13 5.00 200.00 40.00 49,777.38 5,000.00 100.00 500.00

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1967

ENDOWMENT FUND MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI 1886-1966 Samuel A. Gluck . Memory of Mrs. Rose Goldenberg . Gift of Arthur Goldstein . John R. Goodall Trust . . Gift in memory of Arch Goodenough . Gifts in memory of Shaw Goolsly . Frank Gottlieb Estate . Grand Chapter Royal Arch Masons Fund . Grand Council Royal and Select Masters Fund . Minnie B. Grewe Estate . Gift in memory of deceased Members Grandview Chapter No. 365 . Bernard Greensfelder gift . Henry C. Grenner Estate, Stocks, Bonds and Cash . Gift in memory of Arthur Griffiths . Manforth Griffith Estate . Gifts in memory of Harry Grimspan . M. L. Gross gift . Grotto and Shrine Fund . Jacob B. Gunlich Fund . Memory of Earl Guy . William A. Hall Fund . Gifts in memory of Mrs. Mae T. Hallback . Albert Hamlin gift . Memory of Albert Hamlin . Fred A. Hammel Estate . Gifts in memory of Mrs. Katherina Hammermeister . Memory of Orville V. Harold . James W. Harris Fund . . Hugh Hartshorn Fund . Adam Hartwig Estate . Memory of Mrs. Louise H. Haustein . Orville A. and Mrs. Maria Haynes Fund . Memory of Wilson Edgar Hearson . . Deitrich Hedenkamp Estate . Louis F. Heidorn gift . Gifts in memory of Mrs. Dorothy Johnston Hein Pearl M. Heinritz Estate .. . . Aubrey B. Henton Estate . Edward F. Henri gift . . Fred Herket Estate . . Memory of Lloyd L. Herman . Gift in memory of Charles Hermann . Gift of Waldemar Herminghaus . Adam Herold Estate . Ferdinand Herold Fund . Wm. H. Hettel Trust . B. B. Hibbard Estate . Memory of Mrs. Chas. Leroy Hickmann, Sr. . . T. W. Higgins Fund . W. B. Hight Estate .

200.00 5.00 250.00 2,500.00 5.00 5.00 100.00 3,000.00 2,500.00 2,000.00 25.00 50.00 261,502.94 3.50 500.00 10.00 10.00 17,056.95 1,000.00 40.00 500.00 12.00 50.00 5.00 1,000.00 7.50 40.00 1,665.74 2,327.75 500.00 25.00 1,000.00 5.00 400.00 3.00 20.00 11,234.02 3,726.55 5.00 2,000.00 40.00 50.00 1,000.00 211.08 500.00 157,410.43 4,076.60 25.00 5,000.00 18,003.58

1967

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ENDOWMENT FUND MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI 1886-1966 Nettie Hightower Estate . Roland Hill Estate . C. R. Hinerman gift . Gift of Hinton Lodge No. 455 . H. O. Hirsch Estate . Mary B. Hockaday Estate . Lena Hoffstetter Estate . Estate of James Russel Hogg . Memory of Temple D. Holdsworth . Eva Merl Hoops Estate . Herman William Hoops Estate . Gift in memory of Mrs. E. Verne Hosic . A. M. Hough Fund . Estate of Myrtie Scott Hough . Memory Ambrose Lee Houston . Otto E. and Mrs. Grant Howard Fund . Gift of Charles Huber . A. S. Hudson Estate . Bequest of Josephine W. Hull . Memory of Willard Humphrey ," . Henry W. Hunning Estate . Memory of Russel W. Hunt . Gift in memory of Frank C. Hunter . Mary Huthmaker Estate . . Ed. George Hutto Estate . Initiation Fund . Gift of Ironton Chapter No. 349 . Wm. B. Ittner, Inc., gift . Gift of Job's Daughters, Bethel No.4 . Robert Jacobi gift . Memory of Mendel Jacobs . J. C. Jacquith Estate Fund . George William James Estate . Hugh S. Jamison Estate, Stocks and Cash . Walter J. Jenkins Estate . Gifts of Member of Jennings Lodge No. 640 . Memory of Herman Jeter . Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Fred H. Johnson, Memory of their parents Mr. and Mrs. Fred H. Johnson, "E" Bonds . Harriet C. Johnson Estate . James H. Johnson Estate . Susan E. Johnson Estate . Susan E. Johnson Trust . Gifts in memory of Mary Elizabeth Joyce . Elba D. Judge Estate . Memory of Joseph M. Judge . Memory of George H. Jury . Estate of Hilda E. Juelig . William Kairns Estate . Edward F. W. Kaiser . Mrs. Pearl Kaiser Annuity .

5,500.44 1,000.00 50.00 534.94 5,248.76 5,000.00 2,547.89 500.00 5.00 5,000.00 16,853.97 100.00 5,000.00 610.67 5.00 1,000.00 50.00 942.84 13,017.62 40.00 100.00 15.00 205.00 37,601.33 100.00 246,700.00 20.00 300.00 100.00 30.00 10.00 19,122.61 1,000.00 33,420.08 100.00 15.00 40.00 100.00 766.00 2,000.00 3,162.20 30,615.25 4,712.18 46.00 1,202.98 350.00 80.00 3,000.00 100.00 25,000.00 5,500.00

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1967

ENDOWMENT FUND MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI 1886-1966 Bernard J. Kappel Estate . Leon L. Katzenstein Trust . Paul Keiser Fund . . Albert G. Keller Estate, Bonds and Cash . Franklin V. Kemp Estate, Bonds and Cash . Mrs. Anna Kern Estate . Gift of Richard H. Kerr . Irving Keseling Estate William F. Kier Fund .. Harry J. Keiner Estate .... Gift of Prof. A. Vern Kilpatrick ... Henry T. Kilpatrick Fund . . Myrtle Kipp Estate . . James L. Kirkendall . . Mary E. Knecht Estate . Knights Templar Fund . Anna C. Knittel Estate . August C. Koelsch Estate . Harriet A. Koestering Estate . Arthur Emil Koethe Estate . Gift in memory of Allen C. Kohlenberg . Charles E. Koken . . Gift of Joseph Kornfeld . Ludwig Kotany . Gifts in memory of Sol Kreisman. . . . . . Gift of William E. Krennign . Gift in memory of Emma Kreiger . Joseph Kronacher Estate . Edward Kuhn Estate . William F. Kuhn Memorial Fund . Wm. Frederick Kuhn Memorial Association, in memory of Dr. William Frederick Kuhn . Gerard B. Lambert . Gift in memory of Clare G. Lamont . Jacob Lampert Fund . Memory of Max Land . Memory of Esther L. Lanfersiek . Memory of Joseph Arthur Lange . G. I. Langenberg Estate . Mrs. Barsha A. Langston Estate . Jonas Larsson Estate . William Latham, Jr. Estate . Gift of Mrs. J. Lauridsen . Elizabeth B. Lawson Estate . Spotwood A. Ledford Estate . Flora B. Lee Estate . George W. Leeak gift . Morris and Ella Leftwich Fund . Kathryn Lehman . E. H. Lehnbetter Estate . Mrs. Rose W. Lenore Estate .

500.00 9,265.55 2,000.00 3,239.97 46,929.10 6,311.77 110.00 52,019.17 10,000.00 1,000.00 12.00 2,000.00 5,044.31 13,150.00 250.00 35,114.00 897.82 100.00 2,315.45 2,000.00 5.00 300.00 460.00 200.00 27.00 60.00 5.50 431.05 1,000.00 1,000.00 787.71 7.40 10.00 30,000.00 25.00 75.00 100.00 250.00 12,333.26 1,000.00 1,000.00 300.00 124,339.09 14,241.89 10,000.00 500.00 1,800.00 2,697.96 1,000.00 500.00

1967

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

ENDOWMENT FUND MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI 1886-1966 Ike Levinson Estate Estate of David Levy Ida Levy Estate : Memory of Herman Lewis Hermina F. Lewis Estate . Mrs. Julia Weber Lewis Estate Gift of Charles E. Lick . Berthold Linder Estate . Edward E. Licklider Estate .. . Gifts in memory of Debra Jean Lindsey Fred O. Lindsey Estate . Memory of Ernest Y. Line Gifts in memory of Mrs. Ida Loeffel Marcus A. Loevey . Frederick A. Logan Fund Stanley R. Losch Estate Memory of Mrs. Lesta Lowry Gifts of Loyal Chapter No. 511, 0.E.8 Robert Lungstras Gift of Leo Luis T. L. Goe) Luys Estate Mrs. Mary Lynch Fund Agnes McAdoo Estate, Bonds, and Cash Fannie A. McCarty Estate Roy McClanhan gift Gifts in memory of Mrs. Mable McCully Memory of Walter George McDonald Memory of Girard K. McGuire Joseph S. McIntyre Estate Robert Lewis Macy Max Manne Estate George T. Mannion Estate Gifts of Members of Mansfield Lodge No. 543 RUby E. Marks Estate George H. L. Marquand Estate Glen Marquis Annie Martin Fund Paralee Masengale Fund Masonic Home Certificate Fund John T. Mathis Estate George Mavrematis gift Memory of Robert Maxey Mehlville Trowel Club-Freedom Lodge No. 636 Edward H. Meier Fund !sador Mendle, Legacy Herman Mesendick Estate Edward Meyer Gifts in memory of Frederick Meyer Louis T. Meyer Trust William Meyer Estate Joseph C. Mikesell Estate

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500.00 2,500.77 4,396.68 40.00 1,000.00 5,000.00 10.00 200.00 5,335.80 35.00 6,121.38 40.00 35.00 70.00 500.00 5,547.73 5.00 300.00 286.00 1,000.00 300.00 1,000.00 1,578.00 2,807.58 10.00 30.00 10.00 5.00 1,000.00 15.00 1,000.00 9,160.44 5.00 3,603.04 1,000.00 1,105.14 259.98 806.60 1,117.60 4,858.52 100.00 10.00 10.00 500.00 1,000.00 165.00 500.00 10.00 1,000.00 500.00 12.45

1967

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ENDOWMENT FUND MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI 1886-1966 Gifts in memory of Ralph Millard Edward C. Miller Estate Gift in memory of Edward W. Miller Ernest W. Miller Estate Gift in memory of Haynes N. Miller Minnie Miller Estate George B. Mills Estate, Stocks, and Bonds Grace D. Mills Estate Memory of Charles A. Mitchell William Modra Estate Estate of Vernon F. Moehlenkamp Fred Mollenauaer Harvey C. Montgomery Estate Alva Moog Estate Moolah Temple Shrine Circus James P. Moore gift Gift of Jesse B. Morrell Thomas H. Morrissey Estate Etta Mueller Estate Fred Mueller Estate Theodore Mueller Estate Gift in memory of Mrs. Frank J. Muensch Gifts in memory of Mrs. Olaf Murray Russell G. Murray gift Virgil L. Muskopf Estate Myrtle Lodge No. 338 Arthur R. Neef Estate Memory of Ivan E. Nelson Maggie Nicholson Fund Mrs. Anna Nipper Estate Oscar T. Nitzschmann Estate Gift of James C. Nix James Ward Nixon Memorial August Anthony Nolte Estate Julia C. Norton Fund Memory of Joseph W. Nowlin '" ., Memory of Barney Nuell Memory of Richard Clark O'Brien Gifts of Members of Occidental Lodge No. 163 Louis J. Ohler gift Gifts of Members of Olive Branch Lodge No. 576 John Oliver Fund Gift of Oriental Chapter No. 78, R.A.M. . Gift of Oriental Chapter No. 228, 75th Anniversary Gifts in memory of Joseph A. Osborn Memory of Noble J. Oberby Memory of Erwin C. Otto Irving Levosier Page Estate Abraham Palan Fund William Pamprin Fund Gift in memory of Bruce Parker

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15.00 250.00 5.00 34,787.53 15.00 15,796.64 11,600.00 67,150.48 5.00 6,362.19 6,478.92 155.00 1,000.00 100.00 1,500.00 5.00 600.00 912.14 6,266.89 100.00 5,000.00 500.00 15.00 10.00 400.00 310.95 5,364.08 40.00 550.36 84,726.34 43,994.40 15.00 1,000.00 25.00 1,000.00 100.00 15.00 10.00 50.00 3.00 10.00 371.36 100.00 8.00 3.00 10.00 44.00 25.00 584.70 1,000.00 10.00

1967

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

ENDOWMENT FUND MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI 1886-1966 Della P. Pauley Estate George C. Paulus Gift Gift of Herman F. Payton Estate Mrs. Henrietta Pearse Estate E. H. Penton gift Gift of A. G. Penzel Morgena Peterson Fund Pevely Dairy Company gift Sam Pian . . Gifts of Members of Albert Pike Lodge No. 219 William M. Pinger Estate Gift of Henry W. Polst Gift of Pomegranate Lodge No. 95 Florence Wortman Porter Estate William H. Potter Estate Fund Mattie A. Powell Bequest Pride of The West Lodge No. 179 Helen Primavesi Estate Gift of Roy L. Pringle . T. W. Pritchett Fund Ida V. Pugh Estate Gift in memory of Arthur Henry PuIs Gifts of members of Pyramid Lodge No. 180 Gifts of Past Masters of Pyramid Lodge No. 180 Gift of Pyramid Lodge No. 180 Olga C. Quade Estate Gift in memory of Frederick Quellmalz Albert Rabenneck Estate William A. Raming Estate Gift in memory of Chris Rapp A. H. Raven Estate . Memory of Hugo L. Raven Gift in honor of Dr. Harold L. Reader John Rehrs Estate Charles Reilly Caroline J. Rein Estate Helen M. Reynolds Estate . Thomas H. Reynolds gift . Julius F. Rheinweiler Estate . Memory of George Wilson Rhea . . Agnes Rice Estate J. Walter Ridge Estate . Samuel Rife Estate Gift of Leola P. Robertson in memory of George W. Peters E. C. Robertson Memory of Edward August Roemer Gifts in memory of Mrs. Adolph Roeper Edna Ceora Rogers Estate Gift of member of Rolla Lodge No. 213 Abraham Romansky gift Abraham Romansky Estate

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500.00 2,000.00 1,000.00 9,783.05 10.00 100.00 500.00 100.00 100.00 13.00 555.20 66.50 5.00 13,753.08 13,305.50 8,463.46 400.00 29,152.50 5.00 1,000.00 100.00 10.00 56.00 50.00 50.00 4,780.63 10.00 3,247.07 1,000.00 5.00 250.00 250.00 155.00 250.00 100.00 14,534.76 18,209.41 5,000.00 7,233.20 5.00 51,096.35 2,431.38 7,548.50 25.00 2,500.00 15.00 15.00 6,600.00 5.00 250.00 500.00

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1967

ENDOWMENT FUND MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI 1886-1966 Gifts in memory of Truman Rose Memory of Romanus C. Roose .. William Rothmeyer Estate . Gift of Harry G. Rothweiler . Gertrude French Rouse Estate . Johanna Rudnay Estate . Rosa Ruhland Estate . . Richard O. and Margaret A. Rumer gift Gifts in memory of Harry B. Runyan .... William Russell Estate, bonds and other securities William Russell Estate, cash .. Memory of John A. Ruth .,. Sol Samuel Estate . Estate of Frances K. Sanders Estelle H. Saum Estate Robert C. Saunders Estate Oscar Sborowitz Estate Edgar P. Schaefer Estate . . Charles W. Schafer, memory of Wm. E. Dunscomb, P.G.M. Charles W. Schafer, memory of James Dunnica Margaret Schaefer Bequest ..... Memory of Willard A. Schaeffer Helena Emma Schenkmeyer Estate Reinhold Schenkmeyer Estate W. J. Scherek . Gifts in memory of Carl Schlapp, Sr. . Oscar Schleicher Estate . Nathan Schloss Fund . Oscar Schmelig gift . Louis Schmidt Estate .. ... ... . . . Charlotte Schneider Estate . Frank L. Schofield . Lillie Scott Estate . Emma Schumacher Estate .,. Charles H. Schureman Estate Arthur C. Schuster gift . B. S. Schwartz .. . . Memory of Arthur W. Schweider . Gift of Edward Schwiddle Estate . Memory of Oliver Scott . Gift of Herbert I. Sears . Barbara Seaman Bequest . Fred Segelke Estate .. . . Memory of Oscar Seiden . Fritz William Selleck Estate . Gift of Senath Lodge No. 513 . . Louise S. Shafer Estate . Memory of Mrs. Lottie Shaner . Memory of Lawrence Max Shelton Robert F. Shepherd Estate John T. Short Fund

15.00 15.00 50.00 10.00 250.00 10,228.59 49,926.84 500.00 15.00 4,392.00 1,901.39 10.00 234.99 8,000.00 91,444.27 1,115.74 50.00 601.60 429.00 462.00 2,000.00 30.00

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5,593.67 932.83 20.00 500.00 11,760.09 1,000.00 9,257.03 17.75 365.67 100.00 692.83 30.00 28,247.49 25.00 25.00 100.00 214.47 5.00 1,040.05 10.00 38,580.68 25.00 25.00 3,500.00 200.00

1967

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

ENDOWMENT FUND MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI 1886-1966 L. M. Shrum Georgia Helen Siddons Estate Henry Siegfried Clara Siegel Estate Gifts in memory of Bernice Silber Sam Silverman gift Gifts in honor of Julian Simon Gifts in memory of Mrs. Sallie Simon Memory of Donald Simpson Gift in memory of Dr. John L. Sims Richard Sinclair . Mrs. Rose M. Sizemore Estate, Bonds and Cash '" Gift in memory of Joseph Sklower Charles V. B. Slade R. Jasper Smith gift . . W. S. Smith Fund ~ Dove S. Smythe Estate Memory of Albert Sneed George E. $outhwick Estate Helen 1. Soutter Estate . Charlotte Spathelf Estate Charles Spraul Estate . Edward W. Spreen Estate Lee Spurgeon Estate Memory of Otto H. Stamm .. . Honor of Arthur Stark . Memory of Mrs. Selma Starliper . Gift in memory of Charles Statler . Thomas Stayton Estate . Virginia Stein Estate . . Memory of Louis D. Steiner Memory of Mrs. Kathleen M. Stewart .. , Memory of Otto C. Steinbrecher Robert F. Stevenson R. F. Stevenson Estate . . . Estate of Marcelina F. Stiles Frank C. Stoltzenburg Estate . . Gifts in memory of F. L. Stoppelmann George F. Stowell . . . . . . . .. . Memory of Peter Wade Streeter Philip Stremmel, Jr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . Memory of Lester F. Strobach Virginia Stroud Estate . . F. W. Struchen Estate Gift of St. Graal Commandery No. 12, K.T., Columbia ... Gift of St. John's Methodist Church 81. Joseph Chapter No. 198, O.E.S Gifts of Members of S1. Mark's Lodge No. 93 Memory of Thomas Staggs '" . Memory of Evalyn Steele Stupp Brothers Foundation

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10.00 2,228.66 1,000.00 17,971.36 22.50 8.00 74.00 130.00 15.00 10.00 200.00 2,295.62 3.00 9,548.75 40.00 11,730.00 1,000.00 40.00 107,603.25 500.00 500.00 300.00 185.52 18,410.86 27.00 20.00 15.00 10.00 2,683.54 184,715.35 7.50 25.00 3.00 14,992.13 10.00 19,288.54 14,057.84 13.00 5.00 15.00 137.40 10.00 1,000.00 400.00 10.00 378.20 450.00 10.00 30.00 5.00 100.00

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1967

ENDOWMENT FUND MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI 1886-1966 Gifts in memory of Mrs. Frank Stumm . . Memory of John T. Sturm, Sr Gift in memory of Ralph Sudbolt . . Memory of Wilbur R. Sullens Harry F. Sutherland gift . . Gifts of members of Swope Park Lodge No. 617 Gift in memory of Charles A. Tacke . Hayes A. Talkington Estate . W. L. Tamme Fund . . Gifts of members of Temple Lodge No. 299 Memory of H. J. A. Thesen . Gift of Lawrence Thesen . Gift of Mrs. Katherine Thomas, Queen City Chapter No. 226, O.E.S., in honor of Ray Bond, P.G.M . Herbert S. Thorington Estate . Gift of Gervis Thurman . . . Gifts in memory of Mrs. Myrtle Tiffin Irvin R. Timlin Estate . . . Gifts in memory of Cecil A. Tolin Gift of Triangle Lodge No. 638 . Josie H. Trowell Estate . . Mrs. Earl C. Tuggle gift Gift in memory of T. T. Turley and H. 1. Turley . Gift of Tuscan Lodge No. 360 .. . . Edna Frances Van Nort Estate . Gifts in memory of Karl M. Vetsburg Gift of Marie L. Vezeau . . Memory of George W. Vierra Gifts in memory of Harry Vieten James Vinyard Estate . Oliver C. Vogel Estate . . Otto August Vogelsang Estate . Memory of Vernon A. Vrooman . Sol E. Waggoner Estate . Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Wagner . Gift in memory of Dillman F. E. Wagner George M. Wagner Estate . Memory of Pearl Waite . Jacob C. C. Waldeck Estate . . Irwin Walker Estate . . . . Myrtle W. Walker Estate W. A. Walker gift . Nicholas R. Wall Fund . . Kate Walter Estate Gift of 1949 Wardens and Masters Club of St. Louis and St. Louis County . Paul H. Warmann Estate . War Relief Loyal Service Fund . Charles A. Wasserburger Estate . . Charles R. Waterman Estate . . Frances M. Waters Estate .

15.00 15.00 30.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 15.00 21,798.66 550.00 2.25 10.00 1,000.00 100.00 2,460.57 25.00 53.00 500.00 50.00 20.00 14,062.66 25.00 100.00 300041

1,000.00 55.00 1,000.00 7.50 2.00 933.24 2,431.93 24,845.62 40.00 1,000.00 15.00 20.00 2,000.00 20.00 500.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 50.00 500.00 5,076.08 100.00 3,184.55 7,107.50 1,000.00 84,586.16 70.52

1967

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ENDOWMENT FUND MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI 1886-1966 Julius G. Wattenberg Estate . Walter A. Webb Estate . F. W. Weinheimer Estate, Bonds, Stocks and Cash . J. E. Weisenborn gift . Memory of John Weiss, Jr. . . Memory of Harry Leroy Weldon . Wellston Lodge No. 613 . Members of Wellston Lodge No. 613 . Gift of Wentzville Chapter No. 37 . Alphonzo Whipple . . William J. Whiprecht Estate . Memory of Paul E. Whitesall . . Elbridge E. Widener Estate . Paul Wielandy Estate . . Mrs. Luella M. Willette Estate . Francis Emmet Williams Estate . Estate of Evelyn A. Williams . D. M. Wilson . Arthur H. Windmoeller gift . Memory of Bernice Winkeler . Gift of Robert Winkelmaier, memory of Bertha Winkelmaier " Emma Winkler Estate . Louis H. Winkler Estate . Mayme K. Withall Estate . O. E. Withers Estate . John A. Witthaus gift . Memory of Max Wittman . . John M. Wolff Foundation-75th Anniversary . Max Bruno Wolf Estate . George H. Woltjen Estate . Gifts in memory of W. G. Wood . Mrs. Willie A. Woods Fund . . .. . .. . . . . John M. Woodson Estate . Fred F. Wright Estate . Mrs. E. Wurz . Estate of Frank R. Wyatt, Sr. . Minnie H. Wylie Estate . . Stella E. Wyrick Estate ........... . . Albert Morris Yampolsky . . Memory of Robert L. Yeager . Memory of Frank O. Years . Gift in memory of Amos Yeats . Nan J. Yeats . Mrs. N. J. Yeats for Jennings Lodge No. 640 gift . Memory of John Charles Yost . Louisa Yott Fund . Mrs. Lulu Cammann Zamzow Estate . Nicola Zimmer Memorial Fund .

1,701.63 27,296.38 83,825.77 25.00 26.00 5.00 100.00 5.00 10.00 100.00 5.00 15.00 6,641.29 200.00 1,299.12 500.00 1,798.83 528.00 50.00 70.00 150.00 538.05 1,377.58 103,996.49 16,582.42 40.00 20.00 1,000.00 5,628.95 1,000.00 10.00 3,000.00 5,467.91 4,632.31 500.00 50.00 8,884.87 524.63 100.00 15.00 20.00 10.00 5.00 15.00 153.53 500.00 10,604.86 50.00 $4,279,182.04

1967

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ADDITIONS TO THE BUILDING FUND MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI 1966-1961 Memory of Mrs. Mary Adkins .. Memory of Arthur H. Agee .... Memory of Mrs. Elizabeth Aird Memory of Walter Alberts . Memory of C. W. Alsdorf , Gift of Order of the Amaranth Gift of America Lodge No. 347 .. . Gift of Dwight N. Anderson. . . . . . . . . . . . . Joseph Ashcroft Estate . Memory of Joseph Auerbach . Memory of Mrs. Mae Bagby Gift of Delno Baker . . . . . Memory of Walter Boll . Gift of Hayward Barlow Memory of Freda A. Beck Memory of Frederick D. Behrens . Gift of Berkeley Lodge No. 667 Gift of Harry W. Berry Memory of Ernest Betzold . . . . . . . . . . . Memory of William E. Betzold, Sr . Memory of LeRoy Bircher Memory of Albert L. Bloch Memory of Carl R. Blumenberg Memory of Dr. Henry Boyle . Memory of Adam J. Bode . Gift of Mrs. Olga Bragg. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Memory of Otto Brenner Gift of Max E. Bretschneider Memory of Herbert F. Briner Memory of William J. Brown Memory of Mrs. Pearl Bruce . Gift of John H. Bruninga . Memory of Albert H. Bugg . Memory of Louis J. Burkhardt . Gift of H. F. Burkhead . Gift of F. L. Byam, Jr. . Gift of A. J. Cammann . Memory of Ernest W. Carl ton ., Memory of Dr. Edgar M. Carson . Honor of George Carson . Memory of E. R. Casteel . Memory of William H. Chapman Memory of Elmer Clabaugh . Gift of Mrs. R. J. Cohen . Gift of Mrs. G. A. Collins. . . . Memory of Lewis F. Coma Memory of Thelma Cook . Gift of Emil E. Corte .. ..........

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1967

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ADDITIONS TO THE BUILDING FUND MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI 1966-1967 Memory of Emilio V. Corte .... Memory of Leo O. Cowee .. Memory of Ida Mary Czarlinsky Memory of Gregory Davenport . Memory of Mrs. Maggie A. Decker . Gift of Dr. William Demko . Gift of William R. Denslow . Gift of Lloyd W. Dixon and Else A. Dixon Gift of Dr. Lawrence Dudeck Memory of James P. Earney . Memory of Mrs. Addie Eastwood Memory of Mrs. Marie Eaves ..... Memory of Edward A. Eirich Memory of Mrs. Freeda C. Frese Memory of Mrs. Edna Fath ... Memory of Herman C. Flunker Gift of Haze Freeman Memory of Raymond A. Gaertner Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Gasper Gift of Edison Gelbach . Memory of David Gilchrist .. Memory of Arthur U. Goodman Gift of Robert A. Greifelt . Gift of Wayne W. Gresham . Memory of William C. Hagedorn Memory of Mrs. Alex Haggis . Memory of Julius Hammer . Gift of Gus T. Hange & Son Painting Co. '" Memory of George O. Hinzpeter .... Memory of Joseph Hoelzer Gift of Eugene C. Holt .. Memory of Lily Hueber . Memory of Oliver Hughes Memory of Julian Reed Hulett, Sr. Memory of W. L. Hyde, Sr. Memory of William T. Iverson Gift of Col. William F. Jackson Gift of John Jaeckel Gift of Lynn E. Jensen Gift of Cecil H. Jones Honor of Emma M. Kaltwasser . Gift of Kansas City Terminal Trowel Club Gift of Kekeris Bros. & Associates, Inc. Gift of Kekeris Insurance Agency, Inc... Gift of Oliver H. Keller . Memory of Arthur Kelley . Honor of Mrs. Bertha Key .. Memory of Carl T. Koppen ..

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1967

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ADDITIONS TO THE BUILDING FUND MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI 1966-1961 Memory of Oscar H. Kossmehl Memory of Mrs. Ida Kuhl Gift of William L. Kupferle . Memory of Mrs. Florence Laichinger . Memory of Edward A. League . Memory of Mrs. Ruth Lewis Gift of Alberic G. Lightbourn Memory of Mrs. Adele G. Lori. . . . . . . . . Memory of Franz J. Lowe . Memory of Lester C. Lucieer . Memory of Edward C. Ludwig Memory of V. H. McCann . Memory of John W. McDuffee . Gift of A. H. McGinness . Gift of McKittrick Chapter No. 464 Gift of Robert H. Mann . Memory of Robert H. Mann . Gift of Magnolia Chapter No. 56 .. Memory of Mendel Marglous . Memory of Mrs. Edna Martens . Memory of Frank J. Maskow . Gift of 15th Masonic District . Memory of Mrs. Louise Matthieson . Gift of James E. Megown . Memory of Mrs. Mary Mesenbrink . Memory of Mrs. Edna Meshmcier . Memory of Albertus B. Miller ... Gift of Rev. .J. C. Montgomery .. Memory of Mrs. Anna Myers . Memory of Orville E. Myers . Memory of Nellie Meyers . Gift of George Nelson, Jr . Memory of Mrs. Clara Niederluecke . Memory of Mrs. Della Owens . Gift of Lynn Owings . Gift of Mr. & Mrs. Marvin L. Painter Memory of Mrs. Naomi Parks " Memory of Ashley M. Paullette . Memory of Henry W. Pilgrim . Gift of Polar Star Lodge No. 79 . Gift of Wayne Prisock . Memory of Mrs. Hermine E. Redford Memory of Otha Reynolds . Memory of Richard F. Rice . Gift of George Ricknagel . Memory of Mrs. Sarah Riethmaier Memory of Mrs. Roland Rodcgast Gift of Milton F. Roennigke ...

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1967

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ADDITIONS TO THE BUILDING FUND MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI 1966-1961 Gift of Mr. & Mrs. Fred Rogerson Gift of Rose Hill Chapter No. 120 Memory of Mrs. Anna Ross . Memory of Edwin Rothe . Memory of Lee R. Sawyer . Memory of Edwin Sallenbach Memory of Alex Schlaprizzi ............ Gift of H. G. Schmidt . . Memory of Mrs. Elizabeth Schott . . . . . . Gift of Ralph L. Schoonover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . Gift of Alan L. W. Schroeder . Memory of Elmer Sigelhorst . . . . . . . . . .. . Memory of Victor Seifert . . Memory of William F. Shanklin Memory of Ben L. Shifrin . Gift of H. L. Shrader . Memory of Herman Siebels . Gift of Norman E. Smith . Memory of Rose Sondker . Memory of Mrs. Maymie Sylvester . Gift of Frank Y. Tamborella . Memory of Alta L. Tate Memory of Walter S. Taylor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Memory of Wood Taylor Memory of Basil O. Temple, Sr . Memory of Fred G. Teubner Gift of Frank J. Tessmer. . . . . . . . . . . Memory of Mollie Tisdale . Memory of Lester Trelford . Memory of Harry H. Tussey . Memory of Mrs. Augusta Tweedle Memory of Clarence Underwood Memory of Mrs. Gladys V. Unruh Gift of Chester L. Vernard . Memory of Mrs. Viola Vise! . Honor of Mrs. Anna von Gremp . Gift of Miss Zelia von Grcmp . Honor of Mrs. Josephine Vollmar Memory of Mrs. Allie Warner '" Memory of Arthur Watts . Memory of Coy E. Webb . Memory of Max Weinberg . Memory of Dr. H. W. Welch . Gift of West Plains Commandery No. 48, K.T. Memory of Mrs. Laura Etta White . Memory of Obert N. White . Memory of Marshall Whitecotton Memory of Walter Wilke .

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1967

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ADDITIONS TO THE BUILDING FUND MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI 1966-1967 Memory of Richard J. Wilkinson . Gift of Mrs. Charlotte Williamson . Gift of J. G. Wilson Gift of Arthur Windmoellner Gift of A. H. Zimmer . Gift of Harmony Lodge No. 499 . Memory of Mrs. Alma Hartman . Memory of Elmer R. Hawkins . Gift of John M. Hawkins . Memory of Raymond Hays . Memory of Clarence E. Heckel . Memory of B. K. Heiman . . Memory of Albert Helmholt . Gift of P.M. and P.P. Club-Higginsville Chapter No. 477

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1967

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GIFTS TO THE MASONIC HOME BUlLDING FUND 1959-1966 Gift of Acacia Lodge No. 602 $ Memory of Conrad Acker . Gift of F. B. Adams . Memory of F. B. Adams . . Gift of Advisory Board, O.E.S. . . Gift of Mrs. Edna Albers . Gift of Seth P. Alber ; . Gift of Algabil Chapter No. 409 . Anonymous Member Algabil Lodge No. 544 . Gift of Algabil Lodge No. 544, Boosters Club . Memory of Walter R. Alberts . Memory of Karl W. Aldrich . Memory of Hannah Rose Alexander . Memory of Mrs. William Gutherie Alexander . Ladies Auxiliary of Alhambra Grotto . Memory of H. R. Allen . Memory of Lena Alexander . Gift of William Allen . Gift of Lucas Althiede . Gift of Missouri Grand Court, Order of the Amaranth . Gift of America Lodge No. 347 . Memory of Albert H. Arndt . Memory of Thomas A. Aitkenhead . Memory of John Anderlan . Memory of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Anderson . Memory of Mrs. William Andrews . Anonymous gifts . Memory of Walter Apperson . Gift of a Member of Apollo Lodge No. 529 . Gift of Apollo Lodge No. 529 . Memory of Mrs. Viola Arrow . Bequest of Joseph Ashcroft . Gift of Sol Astrachan . Memory of August W. Axthelm . Memory of C. O. Babcock . Gifts of Delno M. Baker . Memory of Mrs. Maud E. Baker . Memory of Mrs. Vernon Baker . Memory of Mrs. Adele Ballman . Memory of Mamie Bamberger . Memory of Julia E. Banta . Gift of Barbee Chapter No. 31 . Memory of Hugh Barden . Gift in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Lee Barger's 50th Anniversary .. Gift of Hayward Barlow . Memory of Mrs. Ivy May Barnes . Gift of F. C. Barnhill . Gift of Carl Barton . Memory of Lillian Batavia . Gift of Charles D. Baughman .

10.00 1.00 150.00 40.00 5,500.00 2.50 10.00 10.00 10.00 59.67 10.00 120.00 15.00 20.00 10.00 15.00 6.50 168.00 13.00 3,500.00 1,485.00 5.00 19.00 43.00 20.00 10.00 39.00 5.00 25.00 15.00 55.00 3,250.00 77.74 25.00 2.00 36.00 10.00 30.00 10.00 7.50 10.00 1,000.00 104.00 5.00 10.00 5.00 10.00 15.00 10.00 2.00

1967

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

GIFTS TO THE MASONIC HOME BUILDING FUND 1959-1966 Memory of Edward H. Baune Memory of C. B. Bayles .. Memory of Harry M. Beach Memory of Fred H. Beck (Plaque) Memory of Mrs. Elizabeth Benjamin Memory of Ben Benson . Gift of Kimble Bennett . Memory of Alice Berger . Memory of Nathan Berger Gift in memory of Ben O. Berger and Verdin A. Gift of Berkeley Lodge No. 667 Gift of Mrs. Marie Bernstein Memory of Charles M. Berry Gift of Harry W. Berry. . . . . . . Memory of Rose Bick Memory of George Bierman .. . . Memory of Mrs. Lillian Bierman . Memory of M.W. Bro. Byrne E. Bigger Gift in memory of Charles G. Bird Memory of Otto F. Birk . Memory of Mrs. Delia Birnbreiger Memory of Ashley E. Black Memory of Mrs. Harold Blankenmeister Memory of Walter Blattner Memory of Fred H. Blomeyer Memory of Ernest Blum Gift of Carl Blumenberg Memory of Carl L. Blumenberg Memory of Milton H. Blunt . Memory of Julius Boehmer Memory of Ernest Boffinger . Memory of Arno Bollinger Gift of Ellis P. Bond Memory of Silas Boswell Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Henry W. Boeger Gift of Oscar W. Boehmer................ . Gift of E. P. Bond Gift of Miss Cecile Boyles Memory of Paul Bradford Gift of Miss ala Bragg . Memory of Paul Bragg Memory of David Branconier Gift of Frank A. Brandt Memory of Lewis Brandt Memory of Emil Braun Gift of Max Bretschneider Gift in memory of Herbert Brewington's father Estate of Fred E. Briner Gift in memory of Virgil W. Brink's mother Memory of Albert J. Brock

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35.00 5.00 3.00 1,000.00 12.00 10.00 254.00 10.00 5.00 1,000.00 25.00 13.75 3.00 5.74 88.00 55.00 25.00 77.00 40.00 99.50 5.00 10.00 7.50 10.00 10.00 5.00 20.00 10.00 5.00 100.00 5.00 50.00 5.00 5.00 150.00 5.00 10.00 85.32 10.00 10.00 12.00 5.00 10.00 5.00 15.00 150.00 5.00 8,775.32 6.50 10.00

1967

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GIFTS TO THE MASONIC HOME BUILDING FUND 1959-1966 Memory of Mrs. Mollie Brockman Memory of William S. Brockman '" ., Memory of John A. Brooks... ." Memorial to Ernest A. Brown . Gift of F. P. Brown Gift of Lester J. Brown . Memory of Ted Brownlow Memory of Richard Brueggman Gift of Albert F. Brueshaber . Memory of Mrs. Martin Brummond Memory of Albert Brunner . . . . . . . . . . .., . Memory of Edwin Bruner . Gift of .J. H. Bruninga Gift of R. E. Bungarner Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James H. Burgess .. . Memory of W. H. Burk . Gift of H. F. Burkhead, D.D.G.M. . Estate of Linford V. Burns . Gifts of Walter P. Burton and Alva E. Reily Gift of F. L. Byam, Jr. . Gift of A. J. Cammann . Cartersville Chapter No. II . Gift in memory of Jesse D. Cannon Memory of Byrl Carey Memory of Mrs. Edgar M. Carson Memory of Dr. Joseph Carney Memory of Raymond F. Chamberlain Memory of Joseph A. Chapman . Gift of William Chapman . Gift of James W. Chilton, Class, Scottish Rite . Memory of Mrs. Josephine R. Chilton .,. Memory of Amelia Clacker . Gift of Guy M. Clark . Gift of R.W. Bro. James L.. Clark Gift in memory of Mrs. Robert D. Clark Memory of Harry C. Cochran .. Memory of Charles C. Cobb Gift of Mrs. Joseph Cohen . . Memory of Harriet G. Collier Memory of Donald Conley . Gift of Clifford P. Conkin . .. Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer F. Conner . . Memory of James M. Coughlin Memory of Thomas B. Court . Gift of Elton Coulter . Gift of Craftsman's Club of Transit Employees, Kansas City Memory of Harry Crall . Memory of Eugene J. Creissen Memory of Fred Creviston

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1967

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GIFTS TO THE MASONIC HOME BUILDING FUND 1959-1966 Memory of Clarence Crites Memory of Rose Cronheim Memory of John Davies Memory of Charles Curtis Memory of David R. Curtis Memory of Clara E. Dahnert Gift of Mrs. Mary M. Dann Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John Davies Memory of Howard C. Davis Gift of J. W. Davis Gift of Louis P. Davi~Geo. Nelson, Jr Gift of Thomas J. Davis, Jr Gift of Hugh DePayne Commandry No.4, K.T Memory of Ray DeVinney Gift of William A. Deardeuff Memory of Brother of Henry Decker Memory of Mrs. Emma Dehne Gift of Dr. Frank Demko Memory of Dr. Frank Demko Gift of Dr. Wm. Demko Memory of Richard F. Demme Memory of Maleta Denny Gift in memory of Ray V. Denslow " Memory of Harry Dependahl Memory of Mrs. Erma Deppe , Gift of Mrs. S. W. Dewar Memory of Jesse E. Diamond Memory of Dr. A. H. Diehr Gift of William T. Diesing, Jr Gift of Mr. and Mrs. H. G. Diller . Gifts in memory of Melvin C. Dingler's mother . Memory of Mrs. Irene Doerr . Memory of August H. Doelling . Memory of Frank Dolejsi Memory of Theodore Domke Memory of Edward Doran. . . " Memory of Richard P. Dorris Gift of Dow Metal Products Company Memory of Mrs. Kate Doyle Memory of Alfred B. Droege Memory of V. H. Duff ......... . Memory of Ivan W. Dum . Memory of Thomas H. Duncan Memory of Robert E. Dunn Memory of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Dupshe Memory of Mrs. Goldie Durrer Gift of East Lynn Chapter No. 487 Memory of Mrs. Addie Eastwood Gift of Paul Eckley Memory of James A. Edwards. "

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1967

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GIFTS TO THE MASONIC HOME BUILDING FUND 1959-1966 Gift of M. M. Edwards Gifts of B. A. Ehrenreich . Gift of Eleanor Conclave No.2, Order of True Kindred Gift in honor of Mrs. Emma Eickhoff's birthday . Gift in memory of Mrs. Emma Eichhoff . Memory of Edw. F. Eisenbach . Memory of Robert B. Elder . Memory of Mrs. Floy Ellis Memory of Mrs. Clarice Erk . Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Zaharoula Eliopules Memory of Mrs. Katherine Englehardt . . Gift of Maurice S. Epstein . Memory of Mrs. Josephine Esica . Gift of Euclid Lodge No. 505 . Gift of Evergreen Lodge No. 27 Memory of Mrs. Minnie Fath . Memory of Ellwood H. Faudee, Sr Memory of Frank J. Feichtinger Gift of Fellowship Club of Olive Branch Lodge No. 576 Gift in memory of Wm. M. Fenwick Memory of Reynold Ferguson Gift of Arthur H. Fertig Gift of Festus Chapter No. 417 Gift of 50th Masonic District Association Memory of Manuel Finger Memory of John Fish " Memory of C. E. Fisher Memory of Harry Fisher Memory of Herbert W. Fisher . Memory of Mrs. Mary Fischer Memory of Nathan Fleischman . Gift of Mrs. Helena Fletcher . . Gift of Fortieth District Association .. . . Memory of Mrs. George W. Flynn. . . . . . . Memory of four deceased friends . . Gift of 49th District Association Gift of Kenneth H. Forbis . Memory of Marvin Fortel Gift of Henry W. Fox . Gift of Tony Frank . Memory of Mrs. Celia F. Frazier . Gift of Haze M. Freeman . Memory of. Mrs. Anna French Memory of Otto Frerichs . . Gift of Harry Freshwater . . Memory of William A. Froelich Gift in memory of Mrs. Glenn Frutiger Bequest of Adolph Fuchs . Memory of Nettie Gelzheuser . Bequest of C. Lew Gallant Estate

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GIFTS TO THE MASONIC HOME BUILDING FUND 1959路1966 Memory of Michael' Gallup Memory of Mrs. Hattie Garrell . Gift of Gardenville Chapter No. 513 . Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Gasper . Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422 . Memory of Carl Gatheman Memory of Riley W. Geary Memory of Carlyle R. Gebert Gift of Ben C. Gieseke Gift in memory of Mrs. Sophie Giesemann Memory of Carl Giesson Estate of Max A. GifIey Memory of Frank Gilbert Gift in memory of Charles B. Gockley Gift of Jimmie Godwin Memory of Mrs. Flora Goessler Memory of Mrs. Clarence Goessling Memory of Sam L. Goldenberg Gift of Samuel D. Goldstein . Memory of Samuel Goldstein . ,Gift of John R. Goodall Trust. . . . . . . . . . . . . Memory of Mrs. Catherine Gore . . Memory of Dr. H. M. Graefe Gift of family of Robert Lee Greenwood . Memory of Mrs. Susie Graham . Bequest of Walter J. Graham Memory of Ham Grigg Gift of Frank Grindler Memory of Mrs. Julia Grosse . Memory of Harold Groves .. . Memory of Mrs. Lorena E. Guhman Memory of Mrs. Hazel I. Gum .. " . . Memory of Dr. Mark D. Gwinn . Memory of George Hager .. Memory of Mrs. Frank Hall Memory of \Villiam W. Hall Gift of Wm. M. Hammond Memory of Mrs. Augusta Hampe Bequest of Philip C. Hankammer Gift of Waldemar Hanpeter Gift of Lloyd E. Hare Memory of Emma Harel ." , Gift of Edwin W. Harmon Memory of Mrs. Minnie Harner Gift of Harmony Temple Chapter No. 499 Memory of Mrs. Jeanette Hart Memory of Mrs. Katherine Hartig Memory of Mrs. Bertha R. Hartmann Memory of Clarence Hartwig Memory of Jacob D. Haupt

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1967

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GIFTS TO THE MASONIC HOME BUILDING FUND 1959-1966 Memory of Mrs. Louise Haustein Gift of John M. Hawkins Gift of Richard T. Haynes. . . . . . . . . . Gift of John T. Heard Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John Heard Memory of Charles Heaton, Sr. . Memory of John Heichelbech Gift of Walter Heinecke . Memory of Harvey F. Heitland Memory of Paul Hensel . Memory of Edwin G. Herchert Memory of Mrs. Irma Hermann Memory of George Hermansdorfer Bequest of W. Lee Herndon Memory of Anna Hertel Gift of Hesperia Chapter No. 172 Memory of Alan Hess Memory of Otto Heusemann Memory of Nelson Heuser Memory of Mrs. Victor Heyl Memory of Mrs. Rowena Hickman Gift of Wm. C. Hilmer Memorial Class Scottish Rite Memory of George Himmert Gift of Richard A. Hippe Memory of Morton J. Hirsch, Sr Memory of Pauline Hoard Memory of Mrs. Charles A. Hofer Memory of Charles A. Hofer Memory of Harry J. Hoffman " Gift of Irene Hofmeister Memory of Roy A. Hoglund Memory of Henry Holdenried Gift of Ernest L. Holder Gift in memory of Mrs. Hollenbeck Gift of Eugene C. Holt Memory of Mrs. John Hoppe " Gift of Harry W. Hortter Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Harry W. Hortter Memory of David A. Howard Memory of Cebert Huddleston Memory of Josephine W. Huff Memory of J. R. Hulett, Sr Memory of Julian R. Hulett, Sr Memory of Robert J. Hundhausen Memory of Mrs. Theo C. Hunicke Memory of Mrs. Minnie Hunt Memory of Mrs. Ola Hunt Honor of John Hurtgen Memory of C. A. Hutchinson Memory of Lawrence B. Hutton

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15.00 5.00 5.00 25.00 50.00 5.00 6.00 100.00 63.50 10.00 20.00 5.00 5.00 500.00 10.00 150.00 25.00 5.00 5.00 10.00 5.00 1,000.00 10.00 25.00 100.00 10.00 10.00 42.00 12.50 15.00 10.00 15.00 5.00 10.00 60.00 25.00 10.00 20.00 27.00 18.00 5.00 25.00 15.00 5.00 14.00 6.50 15.00 5.00 10.00 5.00

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GIFTS TO THE MASONIC HOME BUILDING FUND 1959-1966 Gift of Sam Hyatt . Memory of Miss Fay Imboden . . Gift of Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446 Memory of Waldo E. Jackson . Gift of Col. Wm. F. Jackson . Memory of William Jackson .. , Gift of John Jackson . Memory of Emerson O. Jacobs Memory of Mendal Jacobs Gift of John Jaeckel . Memory of Gerald Jaeger . Memory of Richard J elfs . Memory of Mrs. Frances Pearl Jennings Gift of Jennings Chapter No. 497 . Gift of Lynn E. Jenson . Gift of Jerico Springs Chapter No. 456 Gift of Job's Daughters, Bethel No. 26 Gift of Job's Daughters, Bethel No. 56 . Memory of Fred Jobusch, Sr . Gift of Henry Johnson . Memory of Robert Johnson . Gift of Cecil J. Jones . Gift of Cecil H. Jones . Memory of Paul S. Jones . Memory of William Jones . Memory of Oscar Jost . Memory of Frederick A. Judell Gift of F. A. Kaiser . Memory of Albert Kaltwasser . Gift of Kansas City Commandery No. 10, K.T . Memory of Ray Kassman . Memory of Mrs. Emma Katzenstein . Memory of Leon L. Katzenstein . . Memory of Mrs. Penelope Kekeris . . Memory of Dorothy Keithly . Memory of August J. Kempf . Bequest of Charles R. Ketchum Estate Memory of William Kern . . Memory of Leonard A. Kelley . Memory of Otto H. Kelting . Gift of Edwin Kettlesen . Gift of Keystone Conclave No. 25, Order of True Kindred . Memory of Andrew H. Kiskaddon . Memory of Claude Kiston . Memory of Edgar Kittle Memory of Fred Kling . . Memory of Melvin J. Klueter . Memory of Henry J. Klunk . . Gift of KMOX-TV . . Memory of Anna F. Knickmeyer .

5.00 5.00 50.00 25.00 39.00 10.00 5.00 20.00 10.00 20.00 5.00 5.00 77.50 10.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 21.41 10.00 12.00 22.50 85.00 100.00 10.00 25.00 5.00 15.00 100.00 20.00 50.00 5.00 40.00 10.00 337.50 30.00 10.00 513.20 159.00 10.00 5.00 50.00 25.00 10.00 5.00 10.00 5.00 15.00' 5.00 25.00 8.00

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GIFTS TO THE MASONIC HOME BUILDING FUND 1959-1966 Memory of George J. Knopf ... Gifts in memory of Albert Koby Memory of Frederick Wm. Koch Memory of Arthur Koehler .... Memory of Ruben Koelkebeck . Memory of Caroline H. Koerner . Gift in memory of Nettie Kohler . Memory of Charles J. Koken . In Honor of the 50th Wedding Anniversary of the Joseph Kohn's . Estate of William T. Koken . . Memory of Mrs. Fontoni KolIias . Estate of Elnora Kollmeyer . . Gift of Joseph Kornfeld . Memory of Oliver Kraehe . . Gift of Krey Packing Company . Gift of Hubert E. Kreighbaum . Memory of Mary Krizanich . Memory of Henry Kroeger . . . Gift of Viola Krug . Memory of Viola Krug . Memory of Mother of Chas. Kubernat Gift in memory of Mrs. Laura Kuebrich . Memory of Sylvester Kuhn . Memory of H. Ben Kummel . Memory of Mrs. Sophie Kunat . Memory of Mrs. Emma Kupferle . Gift of John George Kutzger ............... . . Memory of Jasper LeFort . Memory of Emil Labitske . Memory of John Hart LaRowe . Memory of George Latal . Memory of Esther L. Lanfersieck . Gift of Laredo Lodge No. 253 . Memory of Mrs. Alta Lauman . . Gift of Charles H. Law . Memory of Otto F. Leffler . Memory of Donnazetta Lelie . Memory of Bertha Lenck . Gift of LeRay Club, 33rd & 57th Districts . Gift of Frank A. Lewis . Gift of Helen Ann Lewis . Memory of Mrs. Hermine Lewis . Gift of Ralph C. Libean . . Gift of Ralph C. LiBeau . Gift of Liberty P.M. & P.P. Club . Gift of Alberic G. Lightbourn .. . . Memory of John Lindle . Memory of John F. Link .. , . Memory of Ida M. Linn .

42.00 15.00 265.00 151.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 5.00 211.39 2.50 1,000.00 50.00 10.00 1,000.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 7.00 2.00 10.00 5.00 10.00 25.00 15.00 70.00 5.00 15.00 8.00 2.00 5.00 1,000.00 5.00 10.00 3.00 20.00 10.00 27.50 1,000.00 50.00 46.42 10.00 15.00 30.00 12.00 2.00 10.00 5.00 15.00

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GIFTS TO THE MASONIC HOME BUILDING FUND 1959-1966 Gift of John A. Logan Gift of Evert Love Gift of Loyal Chapter No. 511, O.E.S Memory of Henry H. Luebbert Memory of Clayton R. Lupton Memory of Mrs. Vance Lutes Memory of Mrs. Florence Lynes Memory of Dr. William Lynes Memory of Charles Mahler Memory of Ralph Malter . Gift of Robert H. Mann . Gift of Marlem Chapter No. 406 Memory of Linda Marr Memory of George M. Marsalek Gift of Mrs. Mary Martin . Gift of Stella Martin . Memory of W. W. Martin Memory of Willis Martin Memory of Eugene Martini . Gift of Phil Martini Memory of Pauline Maschmeyer Gift of R. P. Masher Gift of Matrons and Patrons Club, 32nd District Honor of Mrs. Juanita Mauss Memory of Mrs. R. G. Maxwell Memory of Myra Mae Merk Memory of Elmer McAninch Memory of Charles McBride Memory of Charles McDonald Memory of Arch McEwen Gift of A. H. McGinness Memory of A. H. McGinness Gift of Carl N. McGuire Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James McHale Gift of Joseph O. McKinstry Memory of James W. McKee Memory of Lillian McReynolds Memory of Mrs. Sophia Michel Memory of William Mierke Memory of Mrs. Hazel Millard Gift of C. W. Miller Memory of Mrs. Emma Minea Gift of Missouri City Chapter No. 544 Bequest of Albert P. Mitchell Gift of M. C. Mitchell Memory of Stephen Mitchell Gift of Mitchell Chapter No. 14, R.A.M. . Gift of W. W. Mock Memory of George Monken Gift of Montgomery Co. Masonic Association

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . " . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.00 25.00 15.00 5.00 1,000.00 25.00 18.00 25.00 5.00 20.00 300.00 5.00 100.00 10.00 15.00 10.00 155.00 44.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 5.00 5,000.00 25.00 42.00 5.82 48.00 20.00 25.00 200.00 50.00 104.00 10.00 74.00 38.00 5.00 10.00 10.00 15.00 25.00 5.00 5.00 239.52 835.87 25.00 15.00 1.00 53.00 39.50

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GIFTS TO THE MASONIC HOME BUILDING FUND 1959-1966 Gift of Moorehouse Lodge No. 603 . Memory of Mrs. E. E. Morison . . Gift of Rob Morris Chapter No. 328 . Gift of George F. Morrison . Memory of Vinson V. Morris . Gift of Sam F. Morrow. .. . . . Gift of Glen E. Morley . . Memory of Walter R. Mosley Memory of Mrs. Nellie C. Mount Gift of Mt. Moriah Lodge No. 40 Memory of Dr. Lisle Mrazek . Gift of L. G. Mrazek . Memory of Carl J. Muench Memory of Edward P. Mulcahy Memory of Grace E. Mulcahy Gift of Brother Musgrove . Gift of George Nelson . Gift of John Ness . Gift of Donald Nevin . Gift of Nickalos Newman . Memory of Peter Nicholas . Memory of John Niehelbech . Memory of Morris T. Nickrel . Memory of Mrs. Walter A. Nies .. , . Gift of James Nix. . . . . . . . . . . Memory of Edward Nolte . Gift of North Gate Court No.6, Order of Amaranth . Memory of John Novak . Memory of Robert B. Nusser . Memory of William Oldham .. '.' . Gift of Erwin Ocker . Gift of Olive Branch Lodge No. 576 . Memory of John Otting . Gift of Lynn Owings . Gift of Robert E. Painter . Gift of Estelle Palmer . Memory of the father of William Parrott . Gift of Robert B. Parsons . . Memory of Ross Pennanen . . Memory of Albert Penrod. . . . . . . Bequest of Edna C. Persons Estate . Memory of J. E. Peterson . . Memory of Ray E. Pickerel . . Gift of Pilgrim Lodge No. 652 . Gift of Pilot Knob Chapter No. 540 . Memory of Dr. Albert F. Plag . Gift of Pleasant Lodge No. 160 . Memory of Harry W. Pleitsch . Memory of Dr. J. A. Poe '" . Memory of Walter Poe .

10.00 5.00 1,000.00 75.00 15.00 4.00 10.00 10.00 7.00 20.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 72.30 8.00 4.00 6.75 10.00 60.00 5.00 5.00 25.00 10.00 5.00 10.00 43.00 70.00 5.00 25.00 5.00 36.75 15.00 5.00 20.00 25.00 25.00 10.00 5.00 25.00 3.00 100.00 10.00 5.00 200.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 15.00 10.00

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GIFTS TO THE MASONIC HOME BUILDING FUND 1959-1966 Gift of Albert C. Powell . Mattie A. Powell Estate Memory of Mrs. Pearl Pranter Memory of Ray D. Prinster Memory of Harold Prough Gift of Progress Lodge No. 657 Memory of Jerry Ptacnik Memory of Rakestraw . Gift of Randolph Chapter No. 150 Memory of Herbert Randolph Memory of Lillian Rapp . Memory of Rose Raumschuh Memory of Mrs. Susan Raven . Memory of Mrs. Harold Reader Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Willard Reed Gift of Ted J. Reiff Gift of Miss Julia Reinecke Memory of Leroy Revett Gift of John F. Rhea Memory of Bert E. Richardson Memory of James Rickert Gift of Augusta Ringling Memory of Howard Rinker Memory of Benjamin E. Roberts Gift of Grover O. Rockey Memory of Reinhold Rodegast Gift of Milton A. Roennigke Gift of M. F. Roennigke Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Rogerson Gift of Rose Hill Chapter No. 120 Gift of Ernest Rose Memory of Nathan Rosenthal Memory of Arthur C. Rothenberg Memory of Theodore Rowe Gift of Dewey A. Routh Memory of Mrs. Tressie Ruffner . Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Richard O. Rumer Gifts in memory of Mrs. Walter Rumer Memory of Frank R. Rundle Memory of John A. Ruth . Gift of John A. Rutter Gift in memory of George A. Ruwisch Gift in memory of George W. Ryan Gift of St. John's Lodge No. 28 Gift of St. Joseph Council No.9, R.A.M Gift of William H. Sanders Gift of Past Master's Club of St. Joseph Lodge No. 78 Gift of Morris Salsinsky Gift of Floyd E. Sargent Gift in memory of Henry H. Schaales

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

15.00 5,000.00 48.00 5.00 5.00 10.00 10.00 5.00 1,000.00 25.00 3.00 11.00 270.00 10.00 5.00 15.50 14.00 5.00 24.44 5.00 15.00 29.00 10.00 10.00 5.00 77.00 50.00 150.00 30.00 25.00 8.92 5.00 25.00 5.00 25.00 5.00 315.00 307.00 2.00 90.00 20.00 15.00 10.00 25.00 10.00 1.00 27.48 50.60 2.00 10.00

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GIFTS TO THE MASONIC HOME BUILDING FUND 1959路1966 Memory of Mrs. Mae Schaefer Memory of Statius Schaefer Memory of Leon B. Scherrer, Sr Gift of Frank C. Scheuermann Memory of V. W. Scheidel's Mother Memory of Edward Schilling Memory of Albert Schindler Memory of Mrs. May Schlapprizzi Gift of Oscar Schmelig Gift in memory of Ernie Schmidt Gift of H. G. Schmidt Memory of William Schmitt Memory of Louis Schoenlaub Memory of James R. Schoonover Gift of Alan W. Schroeder Memory of Mrs. Emma Schroeder Gift of Walter E. Schulenberg Memory of James K. Schuler Memory of Donald R. Schulz, Jr Memory of Edward Schulz Memory of Wilhelm Schulze Memory of Henry Schumacher Memory of Wm. N. Schumacher Memory of Johanna Schurig Gift of Carl W. Schwabe Memory of Michael Schwartz Memory of Mrs. Rose Sears Memory of James H. Seifert Memory of Mrs. Marie Seifert Memory of Mrs. Alice Selvaggi Gift of member of Shaveh Lodge No. 646 Gift of Virginia G. Shearer Estate Estate of Alexander A. Shoettlin Gift of Shrine Circus Gift of L. M. Shrum Memory of Dan Simon Gifts in honor of Julian Simon Memory of Ancel J. Skaggs Memory of Mrs. Frances Skaggs Memory of Irvine Skinner, Sr Memory of Everett Smart Gift in memory of Dan W. Smith Memory of Donald C. Smith Memory of Edgar E. Smith Memory of Elmer C. Smith " Memory of Rt. Wor. R. Jasper Smith Gift of Mitchell L. Smith Gift of Norman E. Smith Gift of Richard N. Smith Memory of Russel J. Smith

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.50 5.00 50.00 219.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 5.00 15.00 5.00 20.00 7.00 73.50 5.00 100.00 50.00 100.00 15.00 85.00 5.00 16.00 30.00 10.00 10.00 265.00 5.00 3.00 12.00 5.00 10.00 20.00 40.00 25.00 1,500.00 10.00 20.00 230.00 10.00 10.00 5.00 19.00 10.00 25.00 15.00 15.00 20.00 15.00 28.00 5.00 5.00

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GIFTS TO THE MASONIC HOME BUILDING FUND 1959-1966 Gift of Earl Snead Memory of Mrs. Sophie Snowden Memory of Charles R. Sommerkamp Memory of C. E. Sommerich Memory of J. P. Sondergard Gift of Southwest Lodge No. 466 Memory of Katherine Spangler Memory of Amos L. Spence Memory of Julia Spengler Memory of Mrs. Mary V. Spina Memory of August Stade .. . Memory of Emma Erma Stamm Gift in honor of Henry Steiner's 85th birthday Memory of Henry Steiner Memory of Louis Steiner Memory of Ernest Steinkuhler Memory of William H. Stentz Memory of J. W. Stevens Memory of Myrtle StifHeman Gift of Albert C. Stone Memory of Louis J. Stutz Gift of Loyd E. Strickland Memory of William A. Straub Gift of Past Matrons Club of Success Chapter No. 87 Gift in memory of Alvin Sudhoff Gift in memory of Stephen H. Sullivan Memory of Harry F. Sunderland Memory of Alexand Sutton Memory of Theodore Svoboda Memory of William Swain Gifts in memory of Mrs. Martha G. Swanston Gift in memory of Mrs. Rosalland Swartz Gift of Elder B. Switzer Memory of Sterling Swor Gift of Frank Y. Tamborella Memory of John William Tanner .. , Memory of Harry K. Taylor Memory of Tom R. Taylor Memory of William Teal Memory of Frank Tessmer's mother Memory of Dr. Fred G. Teubner, Jr Gift of Robert M. Theoboldt Bequest of Otto Thieme Memory of Benjamin E. Thomas Gift of Leonard A. Thompson Memory of Owen Thompson Gift of G. H. Thurman Memory of Eugene Toennies Memory of John Toenyes Memory of Henry G. Triessler

. . . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

10.00 44.00 15.00 10.00 10.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 8.00 10.00 12.00 24.00 15.00 2.00 5.00 5.00 10.00 10.00 15.00 5.00 5.00 4.00 10.00 20.00 25.00 10.00 75.00 10.00 3.00 7.50 20.00 5.00 3.25 10.00 5.00 210.00 20.00 10.00 10.00 30.00 54.00 2.00 500.00 8.00 25.00 28.00 75.00 5.00 5.00 5.00

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GIFTS TO THE MASONIC HOME BUILDING FUND 1959路1966 Memory of Robert Trampe Gift of Mrs. Louise Trautman Memory of Mrs. Mathilda Troske Memory of Saddie L. Tunney Gifts of L. J. Turner Gift of Arthur F. Twellman Gift of Twilight Lodge No. 114 Memory of L. O. Ulbricht Estate of Nellie M. Urbach Compasses Guild of Union Electric Company Gift of Edward Van Note Gift of Elmer Vanderpool Memory of Mrs. Marthena W. Vanlandingham Memory of Charles W. Vcinfort Gift of Chester L. Vernard Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Bluford von Gremp Gift of Miss ZelIa von Grcmp Memory of Mrs. Josephine Vollmar Memory of Elmer Vollmer Memory of Otto W. Vossmeyer Gift of Arth ur E. Wagner Gift of E. W. Wagner Memory of Mrs. Arena Walker Memory of Russel G. Walker Memory of Richard M. Walls Memory of Richard Walton Memory of Fred S. Warnhoff . . . . . Memory of Arthur W. Washuer Gift in memory of Martin Waskom Estate of Frances M. Waters Gift of Waverly Lodge No. 61 . Gift of Mrs. Karl M. Way Memory of David A. Wayne Memory of Harold C. Wedig Memory of Raymond Weidner Gift of Jesse Weir Estate of Henry W. Weisheyer Memory of C. W. Weiss Memory of Mrs. Pearl West Gift of Harry C. Weitkemper Memory of August Weller Memory of Floyd Weller Memory of Otto Weller Memory of William Welhoelter Memory of Charles E. Wells Memory of Mary E. Wells Memory of Henry Westbrock Memory of Albert B. Wetzel Memory of Winfield B. Wheaton Memory of Irwin White

. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5.00 2.00 20.00 5.00 54.00 25.00 9.00 51.00 500.00 25.00 .75 8.00 10.00 10.00 25.00 100.00 425.00 92.00 5.00 1,035.00 20.00 50.00 55.00 2.00 5.00 20.00 10.00 15.00 35.00 43,025.36 10.00 100.00 15.00 10.00 7.00 14.00 100.00 3.00 10.00 2.50 5.00 3.00 15.00 3.00 21.46 10.00 74.00 5.00 165.10 5.00

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GIFTS TO THE MASONIC HOME BUILDING FUND 1959-1966 Memory of J. H. Whitaken Memory of Mrs. Cora Wiedle Bequest of Chas. H. Wieghard Gift of F. Edward Wildermuth Memory of Samuel Wilber Memory of Harvey D. Wilkinson, III Memory of Mrs. Mary Wilkinson Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Richard J. Wilkinson Gift of Richard J. and Irene M. Wilkinson Gift of Frank J. Williams Memory of Jay Williams Memory of Louis C. Williams Memory of Mrs. Anna Williamson Gift of William Willman Memory of Annabell Wilner Gift of A. Hartley Wilson Gift of Bradford M. Wilson Gift of J. G. Wilson Gift of William H. Wilson Memory of Mrs. Winnie Wilson Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Ben Winterberger Gift of James E. Winterton, Sr Gift of Ray Wirtel Memory of Mrs. Ardelle Wirth Gift of Kenneth Wischmeyer Memory of Julius R. Witte Bequest of Charles F. Wittenberg Memory of Max Wittman Memory of Vernon Woods Gift of Charles E. Wrenger . Memory of Leroy Wulfmeier Memory of William C. Yoder Memory of Mrs. Carrie Young Gift of Ernest Young Gift of Ernest J. Young 路Memory of Mrs. Grace Yount Memory of Julius Zeigler Memory of Mrs. M. Zeppenfeld Gift of A. H. Zimmer Memory of Mrs. Anthony Zimmer Memory of Carl Zuehlke

. . . . . . .

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5.00 5.00 500.00 1,000.00 5.00 78.00 50.00 50.00 110.00 100.00 29.00 17.00 10.00 2.00 60.50 20.00 5.00 28.00 10.00 10.00 5.00 15.00 3.00 10.00 600.00 8.00 100.00 92.50 5.00 10.00 10.00 20.00 5.00 20.00 80.00 19.00 5.00 10.00 100.00 10.00 10.00 $139,353.42

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REPORT OF THE SECRETARY July I, 1966 to June 30, 1967 GENERAL FUND

Income Grand Lodge Per Capita Tax . Grand Chapter, O.E.S. Per Capita Tax .

. $257,006.41 21,220.50 $ 278,226.91

8,604.35

Interest Income-General Fund Securities . ..... Dividends on Endowment Fund Stocks . Interest on Endowment Fund Bonds . Interest on Real Estate Notes-Endowment Fund Members of Home Family Pensions Miscellaneous Income . Refund from Florence Hearsum Fund Income from Special Fund . Income from Gussie L. Grenner Estate Income from Reserve Fund ............ Transfer from Building Fund Income Rental Property-5335-37 Delmar-Net

140,022.44 158,524.29 2,027.70 300,574.43 171,104.12 248,924.13 3,279.38 2,620.84 44,826.30 16,907.74 142,191.40 25,737.51 349.94

. . . . . .

. .

$1,243,347.05

GENERAL FUND-INCOME (Carried Forward)

Expenses Wages and Salaries Provisions Dry Goods and Clothing Dry Cleaning and Shoe Repair Laundry " Fuel Repairs and Maintenance Supplies Electrici ty Water and Sewer Tax Insurance . Barber and Beauty Shop Snack Bar Outside Medical Service . Medical Supplies . Directors' Meetings Social Security Taxes . Education Children's Allowances Carfare Telephone Legal and Auditing Printing, Postage and Stationery Inspection Fees and Taxes Hauling Want Ads Newspapers

. . . . "

. . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

$492,572.33 178,627.16 9,186.36 954.72 6,095.54 25,911.06 48,214.15 12,125.46 17,951.66 4,887.80 13,543.79 1,682.68 296.64 7,712.66 47,542.90 3,704.92 22,704.92 22,070.71 195.50 26.20 1,396.72 700.00 2,207.35 327.00 1,343.50 726.07 2,084.20

1967

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Dues and Subscriptions Safe Deposit Box Piano Tuning Miscellaneous Administrative Travel Expenses Credit Reports Burial Expenses Security Masonic Home Convention Expense

. . . . . . . . .

TOTAL OPERATING EXPENSES (Carried Forward)

$917,67 I .46

Other Expenses Building Improvements $4,260.18 Taxes and Expenses on Estates 1,420.11 Trustee's Collection Fees 9,041.86 Equipment Purchases-Net Credit 9,723.13 Excess of Income Over Expendi tures Add-Balance in General Fund, July I, 1966 Transfer-Reserve Fund

136.50 15.00 281.50 2,003.33 852.11 510.87 7,320.60 10,936.13 823.42

4,999.02

952,670.48

$ 290,676.57

. .

$149,046.69 . 195,490.00

16,443.31

$ 244,233.26

Balance, June 30, 1967 .... Italics denotes red figure. BUILDING FUND Income Bequests and Donations Interest on Bonds

. $ 7,570.14 . 1,940.33 $

9,510.47

. $ 2,000.65 . 58.20

2,058.85

Expenses New Building Expenses Collection Fees on Agency Account Excess of Income Over Expense Add-Balance, July I, 1966 Transfer to General :Fund

$ .........

Balance, June 30, 1967 ...

$ 41,396.28 25,73751

7,451.62 15,658.77 23,110.39

Italics denotes red figure. SPECIAL FUND Income In terest on Securities Expenses Loss on Sale of Securities Collection Fees on Agency Account Income Transferred to General Fund

45,651.29

. $ 8,312.82 . 844.00 . 44,826.30 53,983.12

Excess of Expenses Over Income

8,331.83

1967

III

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1,006,707.07

Add-Balance July I, 1966 Balance, June 30, 1967

$ 998,375.24

. Italics denotes red figure. RESERVE FUND

Income Dividends on Stocks ...... Interest on Bonds Grand Lodge Initiation Fees Bequests .

. . . . . . . . . . . .. $ . . .

65,546.35 55,983.91 28,440.00 2,600.00 $ 152,570.26

Expenses Agency Collection Fees Income Transferred to General Fund Loss on Sale of Securities

3,596.33 142,191.40 9,218.24 155,005.97

Excess of Expenses Over Income Add-Balance, July 1, 1966 Transfer from General Fund

. .

2,435.71

$2,928,914.45 . 195,490.00 3,124,404.45

Balance, June 30, 1967

$3,121,968.74 I talic denotes red figure. ENDOWMENT FUND

Gain on Sale of Securities Bequests and Gifts

Income .

19,121.65 557,124.04

Income for 12 Months Ended June 30, 1967 Add-Balance, July I, 1966 .. . .

$ 576,245.69 4,675,785.55

Balance, June 30, 1967

$5,252,031.24

CHRISTMAS AND ENTERTAINMENT FUND

Income Contributions

...

7,805.65

Expenses Entertainment and Gifts

6,524.65

Excess of Income Over Expenses Balance, July I, 1966

. .

1,281.00 5,588.81

Balance, June 30, 1967

6,869.81

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REPORT OF AUDITOR August 15, 1967 To the Board of Directors, Masonic Home of Missouri Saint Louis, Missouri. GENTLEMEN: Pursuant to engagement, we have prepared this report preliminary to our formal report of the Masonic Home of Missouri, to be submitted to the Board of Directors at a later date. We examined the books and records of the secretary for the period July 1, 1966 to June 30, 1967. Our examination covered the General Fund, Building Fund, Special Fund, Reserve Fund, Endowment Fund and Christmas and Entertainment Fund. We present the following summaries of the assets and liabilities of the various funds at June 30, 1967. GENERAL FUND Assets Cash in Mercantile Trust Company $168,488.45 Cash in Mercantile-Commerce Trust Co.Payroll Account . 6,000.00 . 200.00 Cash in Petty Cash Fund - - - - $174,688.45 41,382.82 50,445.75

Inventories-Provisions and Supplies . Investments . Due from St. Louis Union Trust Co. Trustee-Gussie L. Grenner Estate . Due from Endowment Fund . Unexpired Insurance . . Pension Plan Deposit Inventory-Cemetery Lots .

8,542.20 531.01 11,074.59 500.00 337.00 $ 287,501.82

Liabilities Accounts Payable . Accrued Real Estate and Personal Property Taxes . . Accrued Withholding Taxes . Accrued Social Security Taxes Suspense Account-Donations Not Allocated . Florence E. Hearsum Fund

$ 27,131.99 659.03 4,826.56 2,409.78 1,582.87 6,658.33 43,268.56

Balance in General Fund

$ 244,233.26

BUILDING FUND Cash in Mercantile Trust Company . Securities-At Cost . Due from Mercantile Trust Company, Agent . Balance in Building Fund

$ 3,393.35 19,609.75 107.29 23,110.39

SPECIAL FUND Due to Mercantile Trust Company, Agent ....

513.32

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998,888.56

Securities

$ 998,375.24

Balance in Special Account RESERVE FUND Due from Mercantile Trust Company, Agent. Securities .

Reserve for Loss on Investments

1,919.98 3,208,172.17

$3,210,092.15 88,123.41

$3,121,968.74

Balance in Reserve Fund ENDOWMENT FUND Assets Due from Tower Grove Bank & Trust Company, Agent . United States Bonds . Other Bonds . Real Estate Loans . Stocks . Inventory-Cemetery Lots .

7,009.23 547,278.37 3,237,759.78 39,184.22 2,205,468.75 51.00

$6,036,751.35

Liabilities Reserve for Loss on Investments Wm. F. Kuhn Library Fund Due to General Fund

. . .

$782,490.97 1,698.13 531.01 784,720.11

Balance in Endowment Fund

$5,252,031.24

CHRISTMAS AND ENTERTAINMENT FUND Cash in Boatmen's National Bank

6,869.81

The bank balances appearing in these funds were confirmed by reconciling certificates, received directly from the depositaries, with the stated book balances. We examined the securities in the General Fund. On the other funds, we examined the statements as of June 30, 1967 from the Mercantile Trust Company and the Tower Grove Bank and Trust Company, Agents. The inventories of provisions and supplies are stated as shown on the inventory sheets prepared by the management. Securities acquired prior to June 30, 1966 are stated at values listed in the report for June 30, 1966. Securities acquired during the current fiscal year are listed at cost on purchases and market value at date of acquisition by bequests, etc. The cemetery lots we listed at $1.00 per grave. If you desire any additional information relative to this report, we shall be pleased to have you call upon us. Respectfully submitted, HARVEY

WAGENER

Certified Public Accountants.

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MEDICAL STAFF Harold E. Walters, M.D., Medical Director Robert A. Hall, M.D., Out-Patient Clinic Charles Kilo, M.D., Hospital .

J. Floyd Alcorn, D.D.S., Dental Consultant ... J. P. Althcide, M.D., Genitourinary Surgery William H. Bailey, M.D., Ophthalmology William R. Bohne, M.D., Orthopedics . James Barrett Brown, M.D., Surgery C. F.. Burford, M.D., Urology ..... A. H. Conrad, Jr., M.D., Dermatology Ralph Cook, M.D., Pediatrics . Carl T. Eber, M.D., Ophthalmology . Edwin C. Ernst, M.D., Radiology . James Forsen, M.D., Surgery Lee A. Hall, M.D., Gynecology . Oscar P. Hampton, M.D., Orthopedic Surgery Frank W. Jaeger, D.D.S., Dentistry Phillip S. Luedde, M.D., Ophthalmology Sidney B. Maughs, M.D., Neurology .. , Mary Elizabeth Morris, M.D., Gynecology E. H. Paulsmeyer, D.D.S., Dentistry Martyn Schattyn, M.D., Genitourinary Surgery Frederick O. Schwartz, M.D., Ophthalmology E. O. Shoulders, D.O., Optometry A. J. Steiner, M.D., Cardiology George R. Swartz, M.D., Neuropsychiatry J. Wm. Thompson, M.D., Surgery Henry P. Thym, M.D., Surgery Roy A. Walther, Jr., M.D., Gynecology

St. Louis, Mo. St. Louis, Mo. St. Louis, Mo.

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Louis, Louis, Louis, Louis, Louis, Louis, Louis, Louis, Louis, Louis, Louis, Louis, Louis, Louis, Louis, Louis, Louis, Louis, Louis, Louis, Louis, Louis, Louis, Louis, Louis, Louis,

Mo. Mo. Mo. Mo. Mo. Mo. Mo. Mo. Mo. Mo. Mo. Mo. Mo. Mo. Mo. Mo. Mo. Mo. Mo. Mo. Mo. Mo. Mo. Mo. Mo. Mo.

REPORT OF THE GRAND LECTURER

R.W. Bro. Freclon K. Hadley, Grand Lecturer, presented the report of the Grand Lecturer, and moved it be received. Motion seconded and carried, and is as follows:

To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, A.F. 6' A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: I submit herewith my 16th annual report as your Grand Lecturer. The overall condition of the ritual statewide is good. It is being held on a high level by officers and members of lodges who take pride in their work and are interested in keeping the ritual uniform. These brethren are being inspired by and look to the District Deputy Grand Lecturers for guidance and assistance. I feel sure there has been a continuous improvement in the portrayal of our ritual since its adoption by the Grand Lodge more than 120 years ago. I know this has been true during the last three decades. Credit for this steady improvement should, in a great measure, go to the District Deputy Grand Lecturers. It is through their efforts that we are able to keep the ritual uniform. They also make it possible for any brother, and it matters not if he is an officer of a lodge, to learn any part of the ritual he so desires. It is hard to understand, when we have the District Deputy Grand Lecturers

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and many other brethren who are good ritualists, who are so willing and anxious to be of assistance, why more officers of the lodges do not take advantage of this golden opportunity. When a brother accepts an office in a lodge he has accepted a responsibility to that lodge and should do his utmost to fulfill that obligation. Too many officers fail to do this and consequently our leadership suffers. A number of times each year I am requested to exemplify the correct method of receiving distinguished guests in a lodge. I am always happy to give the brethren a few ideas of what should be done and how they might do it. I am also very careful to explain that what I show them is NOT RITUAL because the Grand Lodge has never adopted any form to be used on these special occasions. The Clowns and Cannibals, a uniform unit of Abou Ben Adhem Shrine in Springfield, decided they wanted to be of some service to Masonry, outside the shrine, so they formed a "degree team." They asked R.W. William V McCollum, District Deputy Grand Lecturer of the 45th District and a member of the Committee on Ritual to coach them. This was about two years ago. Last March it was my pleasure to have this team fill the chairs and exemplify the second section of the third degree at one of my schools and their work was excellent. They have conferred a number of degrees in their section of the state and I am happy to recommend them to the lodges. All degree teams that confer the degrees without deviating from our ritual are a valuable asset to this Grand Lodge in building good will and helping to keep the ritual uniform. It has been my privilege to visit each of the 60 districts in the state holding schools of instruction for the officers and members of the lodges. I have been well pleased with the number in attendance at most of the meetings, however it is very disappointing in many districts at the lack of attendance on the part of the officers of the lodges. Time has changed the pattern of the work of the Grand Lecturer as it has changed many things. There was a time, not too many years ago, when it was possible to hold schools of instruction any place in the state throughout the year and expect a fair attendance. Now there are only certain areas where you can be reasonably assured of a goodly number during the months of June, July and August. This necessarily means extra traveling on the part of the Grand Lecturer. The quarterly sectional meetings of the District Deputy Grand Lecturers, which are open to all Master Masons, continue to form the "HUB" of the wheel which keeps our ritual pure. Many of the deputies are picked from the brethren who attend these schools. The reason is obvious, their attendance affords the Grand Lecturer the opportunity to judge their interest in Masonry and test their ri tualistic abili ty. Many of the Grand Lodge Line Officers also attend these meetings and by so doing build a wide acquaintance among the brethren in their sections of the state. I know I speak for the deputies, as well as for myself, when I say that it is an inspiration for us when we have any of the Grand Lodge Officers at our meetings. It was a delightful experience for us to have R.W. Brothers Mooney, Chapman, Davis, McLaughlin and Walker attend the July meeting in Sikeston. We appreciate their interest in our behalf. I will not attempt to enumerate the special functions which I have had the pleasure to attend during the year. I apologize for not being in a position to attend many others to which I was invited. It is only when I can fit a special meeting into my schedule that I am able to attend. To the District Deputy Grand Lecturers who have done so much for the Grand Lodge and spent so many hours with the brethren in their districts, I owe a debt of gratitude. I wish it were possible for me to repay them in some small measure for their assistance. To the District Deputy Grand Masters who have been willing at all times to

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lend a helping hand and who have rendered valuable service to this Grand Lodge, I say "Thanks." I wish to thank the entire line of Grand Lodge Officers for their fine support and cooperation. Fraternally submitted, FREELON

HADLEY,

Grand Lecturer. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON RITUAL

R.W. Bro. Freelon K. Hadley presented the report of the Committee on Ritual, and moved it be received. Motion seconded and carried, and is as follows: To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, A.F. it A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: Your Committee on Ritual submits the following report. No meeting of the committee was held the past year. In lieu of a meeting the committee used its appropriation to replenish its supply of printing necessary to the operation of the "Certificate Plan." The names of the brethren who have received certificates during the year, under sub-division I and II of the certificate plan, will be included as a part of this report. Fraternally submitted, FREELON K. HADLEY, Chairman, WILLIAM

MCCOLLUM,

MARSHALL HOLLENBECK,

MERLE GRAHAM, JOHN HEARD, WILLIAM FORRESTER.

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SUBDIVISION I-ORIGINALS

No. 4119 4120 4121 4122 4123 4124 4125 4126 4127 4128 4129 4130 4131 4132 4133 4134 4135 4136 4137 4138 4139 4140 4141 4142

Name George Buder Jim Richard Bruce, II Jesse A. Cooper. . . Carl D. Walker. . . Lawrence Wayne Hill Herbert Earl Dickey Jerry D. Reece Henry C. Patrick Francis Lowell Marshall Ivan Alan Cackler Paul R. Keeling. . . . . . . . . Harry Mac Smalley Fred J. Statler, Jr. Plezent Monroe Payton Eugene E. Jaeger Marion Leslie Denny Kenneth D. Snell Robert Goza, Jr Homer M. Kunz Clarence Dewey Leimkiller Harry E. Thomas John Henry Logsdon Thomas Gordon Stuart William D. Vest

Lodge .. Meramec Lodge No. 313 .... Kennett Lodge No. 68 . . Butler Lodge No. 254 . Chamois Lodge No. 185 . St. Mark's Lodge No. 93 . Swope Park Lodge No. 617 . Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422 . . Grandview Lodge No. 618 East Gate Lodge No. 630 Grandview Lodge No. 618 . Swope Park Lodge No. 617 . Swope Park Lodge No. 617 . .. Florissant Lodge No. 668 .. Orient Lodge No. 546 Warren Lodge No. 74 Robert Burns Lodge No. 496 Belton Lodge No. 450 Excelsior Lodge No. 441 Swope Park Lodge No. 617 Brotherhood Lodge No. 269 Bosworth Lodge No. 597 . Raytown Lodge No. 391 Alpha Lodge No. 659 Grandview Lodge No. 618

1967 4143 4144 4145 4146 4147 4148 4149 4150 4151 4152 4153 4154 4155 4156 4157 4158 4159 4160 4161 4162 4163 4164 4165 4166 4167 4168 4169 4170 4171 4172 4173 4174 4175 4176 4177 4178 4179 4180 4181 4182 4183 4184 4185 4186 4187 4188 4189 4190 4191 4192 4193 4194 4195 4196 4197

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Alpha Vincent Duncan Swope Park Lodge No. 617 H. L. Tuggle, Jr Fellowship Lodge No. 345 Elvis Otha Wingo St. Mark's Lodge No. 93 Bruce Temple Mann Linn Creek Lodge No. 152 Ronald Lee Hower Jefferson Lodge No. 43 Leslie F. Denney. . . . . . .. . Webster Groves Lodge No. 84 Joseph Arthur Morrow, Jr. .., . Jefferson Lodge No. 43 Jerry Wayne Mynatt Liberty Lodge No. 31 Cyril Eugene Meredith Webster Groves Lodges No. 84 George Simmons . East Gate Lodge No. 630 Karl A. Megert . Linn Creek Lodge No. 152 Glenn Willard Gress New Salem Lodge No. 270 Richard Leroy Raanes Florissant Lodge No. 668 Larry Lee Kaiser .. . .. Alpha Lodge No. 659 Samuel Harris Cast Shaveh Lodge No. 646 Ora D. Owings. . . Swope Park Lodge No. 617 Ronald Ray McMullin Carroll Lodge No. 249 Warder M. Shotwell Swope Park Lodge No. 617 Darrell R. Shortt . Sparta Lodge No. 296 Emerson Earl Nelson Marlborough Lodge No. 569 Robert Rueckert Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446 Francis John Koch. . . Lambskin Lodge No. 460 Albert A. Ragon Swope Park Lodge No. 617 D. Lear Tanner . Swope Park Lodge No. 617 Patrick E. Schooling . Brentwood Lodge No. 616 Walter Raymond Philpott .. Rising Sun Lodge No. 13 Vernon Raymond Rogers .. Rising Sun Lodge No. 13 Gerald Lewis Broyles . Linn Creek Lodge No. 152 Ralph Lowell Rosenhoover . Linn Creek Lodge No. 152 Marvin Gene Shull .......... . . Rising Sun Lodge No. 13 Oscar W. Crites. . . . ... Lambskin Lodge No. 460 James Daniel Fink .. Lambskin Lodge No. 460 Glen C. Gibbons .... . ... Lambskin Lodge No. 460 Frank Raymond Rippeto .. Lambskin Lodge No. 460 Billy J. Isham . United Lodge No.5 Bobby Ray Jackson Solomon Lodge No. 271 Thomas W. Stout .. Anchor Lodge No. 443 Samuel F. Kocher .. . .... Laclede Lodge No. 83 John C. Simrell . .. Marlborough Lodge No. 569 Robert Marion Edmundson .. Blue Springs Lodge No. 337 Charles M. Jurgens . Temperance Lodge No. 438 John T. Masterson . .. Kennett Lodge No. 68 Charles A. Bottermuller Jefferson Lodge No. 43 Melvin L. Girardier . Easter Lodge No. 575 William I. Mosburg .. . .. Ea"t Gate Lodge No. 630 Victor M. Grahn ..... . Raytown Lodge No. 391 Robert Graham Moss. . . . . Tuscan Lodge No. 360 Charles Keith Wilkinson, Sr. .. Mt. Washington Lodge No. 614 Robert Orville Smith ..... . .. East Gate Lodge No. 630 Sterling Maxwell Oliver Montgomery Lodge No. 246 Ronald Eugene Smith Hartford Lodge No. 171 Harold Vernon White New Madrid Lodge No. 429 Rex Linuel Eakins . . Henderson Lodge No. 477 James Russell McCowan .. Henderson Lodge No. 477 David Lee Schuetz Cass Lodge No. 147

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James Marion Holder Junior Unscl Henry O. Surrells Ervin James Richard Rolland Woodrow Caldwell Joseph Mahlon Hammack Gene Russell Allen Elliott S. Cohen Billy Elwood Dunn Charles Harry McKay Perry K. Dittman Clifford Rced Saunders John L. Schafer . Alonzo Tallcy, Jr. Millard Vernon Morris Edwin Lloyd Cole Louis F. Howe Leeman Augustus Reeves William Frederick Wieser Edward S. Smitherman Charles Rhoder Eye

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Laclede Lodge No. 83 New Madrid Lodge No. 429 Freedom Lodge No. 636 Gardenville Lodge No. 655 Hope Lodge No. 251 Bonhommc Lodge No. 45 Rrookfield Lodge No. 86 Benjamin Franklin Lodge No. 642 .. Tyro Lodge No. 12 Freedom Lodge No. 636 Union Lodge No. 593 Sedalia Lodge No. 236 Salcm Lodge No. 225 Linn Creek Lodge No. 152 Decatur Lodge No. 400 Mt. Washington Lodge No. 614 Brentwood Lodge No. 616 Fenton Lodge No. 281 Ferguson Lodge No. 542 Ferguson Lodge No. 542 . . East Gate Lodge No. 630

SUBDIVISION I-FIRST RENEWALS

A1765 Al766 A1767 Al768 A 1769 Al770 AI771 AI772 AI773 AI774 A1775 AI776 AI777 AI778 AI779 Al780 AI781 Al782 AI783 AI784 AI7S.:) AI78G A1787 Al788 AI789 A1790 AI791 A1792 AI793 Al794 A1795 A1796

Otto Frederick Bess Mt. Zion Lodge No. 327 J. C. Taylor. . . . .. . Swope Park Lodge No. 617 Maurice Hilliard Norman Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422 Harold G. Bauer. . . . Crestwood Lodge No. 669 William Roland Gray . Swope Park Lodge No. 617 Ralph William DeVaul ..... Northeast Lodge No. 613 George Dale Sheppard Alpha Lodge No. 659 Denzel Lloyd Kaiser Alpha Lodge No. 659 George C. Clark. . . . Gate City Lodge No. 522 Burette Barber Shannon . Elvins Lodge No. 599 Raymond R. Sunick .. ' Marlborough Lodge No. 569 S. Harrison Winsor .. , Laclede Lodge No. 83 Joseph Thomas Wathen Northeast Lodge No. 643 Harold Fulton Cooper Maplewood Lodge No. 566 Otto A. Brunkhorst Pleasant Grove Lodge No. 142 David Cooke Cache Lodge No. 416 Charles W. Miller Marlborough Lodge No. 569 David A. Watson Neosho Lodge No. 247 . Jefferson Lodge No. 43 Virgil B. Saville. . . Samuel A. Crookshanks Rising Sun Lodge No. 13 J. W. Jimmie McClanahan East Gate Lodge No. 630 Lynn M. Harris. . . . Richland Lodge No. 385 Rex M. Williams . Sparta Lodge No. 296 Vivian B. Gibson Swope Park Lodge No. 617 Arthur F. Pristel, Jr. ... . Anchor Lodge No. 413 William Roosevelt Douglas, Jr. .. Wayne Lodge No. 526 James S. Cunningham. . . . . . Twilight Lodge No. 114 Richard J. Gage Maplewood Lodge No. 566 Willard Lodge No. 640 Jesse Victor Craig Arthur E. Bush Lambskin Lodge No. 460 Glen R. McGary Livingston Lodge No. 51 Jim L. Barlow Laclede Lodge No. 83 L ••

1967 AI797 AI798 AI799 AI800 AI801 Al802 AI803 A1804 AI805 A1806 A1807 AI808 AI809 AI810 Al811 Al812 AI813 A1814 Al815 A1816 Al817 A1818 A1819 A1820 AI821 AI822 A1823 Al824 AI825 AI826 AI827 A1828 A 1829 Al830

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI James G. Courtney, Jr Rex Marvin Fisher " Henry Louis McDaniel , James Harold Hartman Robert Harold Hammonds Nikola Maxim Jakovic Bobbie Lester McWhirt Garland Ray Strother W. Hugh McLaughlin Guster R. Madle John Blair, Jr Theodore Wayne Garrison, Jr Hugh M. Peterson William E. Mohart Earl F. Bowman William H. Short Charles L. Forrest James J. Montgomery John Frederick Tucker Silas Chester Selby Clair Vernon Lee " Billy Bob Vance . Carson D. Jean Charlie Green Joseph T. Miner Donald L. Benson George Milton Newman .. " Lawrence Richard Johns Shelby L. Barton . .. Dewey Ray Coffelt Norman E. Genthon Gerald Gene Jennings Ronald Dean Newman Glenn P. Adams

Laclede Lodge No. 83 York Lodge No. 563 East Gate Lodge No. 630 Raytown Lodge No. 391 Cache Lodge No. 416 Trinity Lodge No. 641 Vandalia Lodge No. 491 Vandalia Lodge No. 491 East Gate Lodge No. 630 Kennett Lodge No. 68 Linn Creek Lodge No. 152 Linn Creek Lodge No. 152 Sullivan Lodge No. 69 Raytown Lodge No. 391 Gate City Lodge No. 522 Overland Lodge No. 623 Neosho Lodge No. 247 Neosho Lodge No. 247 Fenton Lodge No. 281 Laclede Lodge No. 83 Western Star Lodge No. 15 Independence Lodge No. 76 Kennett Lodge No. 68 Excello Lodge No. 332 Ferguson Lodge No. 542 Freedom Lodge No. 636 Hartford Lodge No. 171 King Hill Lodge No. 376 Ferguson Lodge No. 542 Ferguson Lodge No. 542 Hebron Lodge No. 354 Rising Sun Lodge No. 13 Hartford Lodge No. 171 Rolla Lodge No. 213

SUBDIVISION I-SECOND RENEWALS

No. B884 B885 B886 B887 B888 B889 B890 B891 B892 B893 B894 B89S B896 B897 B898 B899 B900 B901

Name Noah Richard Williams Ray Alexander Hamilton Dennis E. Smith . William E. Martin .. Lawrence Verne Hosic Elisha Y. Launius Herman Boyd Tribue Thomas E. Frink Orrin Edward Masoner William Decherd Long. . Charles M. Bates Alvin E. Tisch William F. Nell Bernard Karleen Swingle Jack Charles Ritter Henry Mullnix Jack E. Toothaker William A. Gamblian

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Lodge East Gate Lodge No. 630 . Swope Park Lodge No. 617 Salem Lodge No. 225 Swope Park Lodge No. 617 Swope Park Lodge No. 617 Essex Lodge No. 278 Swope Park Lodge No. 617 Forsyth Lodge No. 453 Swope Park Lodge No. 617 Rolla Lodge No. 213 Grandview Lodge No. 618 Grandview Lodge No. 618 Charity Lodge No. 331 Bolivar Lodge No. 195 Marlborough Lodge No. 569 Buckner Lodge No. SOl Neosho Lodge No. 247 Vandalia Lodge No. 491

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B902 B903 B904 B905 B906 B907 B908 13909 B910 13911 B912 B913 B914 B915 B916 B917 B918 B919 B920 B921 B922 B923 B924 B925 B926 B927 B928 B929

Glendal W. Longdon Vandalia Lodge No. 491 Paul Isaiah Wall . .. Easter Lodge No. 575 John L. Stark Marlborough Lodge No. 569 Orville Duane Bartlett . New Hampton Lodge No. 510 Joseph D. Sappington .. . Jewel Lodge No. 480 William F. Jackson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shaveh Lodge No. 646 John L. Keller. . . . . . . . Samaritan Lodge No. 424 Olin F. Barnett. . . . . . . . . . .. . Rising Sun Lodge No. 13 Harold Edwin Musteen ... Rising Sun Lodge No. 13 Woodrow W. Akins ... . . New Madrid Lodge No. 429 Martin E. Brummond Lambskin Lodge No. 460 Gordon E. Weatherford .. Grandview Lodge No. 618 Malcolm E. McArthur .. Maplewood Lodge No. 566 Gerald W. Burnworth . Freedom Lodge No. 636 Chester W. Ball Poplar Bluff Lodge No. 209 Richard George Keeling . Berkeley Lodge No. 667 Charles Henry Carter .. Maplewood Lodge No. 566 Julius W. Lindauer . Hope Lodge No. 251 Elmer Marley Kaegel, Jr. ... Paul Revere Lodge No. 330 Earnest Lee Baumgardner .. Modern Lodge No. 144 Edward T. Neely, Jr. .. Wellston Lodge No. 613 Charles Hiles Hall . Versailles Lodge No. 320 . . Waynesville Lodge No. 375 Floyd C. Kuhn. . . . . . . . . Sherman Elvis Adkison . Richland Lodge No. 385 Maurice Mayberry ... . . Anchor Lodge No. 443 Waynesville Lodge No. 375 Cecil Edward Penland Earl Sanford Eoff .. Solomon Lodge No. 271 Carroll Moorman Easter Lodge No. 575

No. C445 C448 C449 C450 C451 C452 C453 C454 C455 C456 C457 C458 C459 C460 C461 C462 C463 C464 C465 C466 C467 C468 C469 C470

Name Harold Wesley Baker William Ernest Fielder Ronald Martin Land Floyd Sutton . Ernest T. Niswonger Jack Lewis Akin Harold Raymer Watson. . . Clifford I. Carter. . . A. L. (Bill) Tuck Lonnie Kelley Nathaniel H. Monday Harold F:. Thornton Ira Lee Taylor ..... Elmer J. Rohr .. Buron M. Keathley George E. Shores John M. Duckett. . . . Loral C. Link. . . . . . . Charles D. Sifford Alfred Wells Leonard Virgil Bowers. . . . Norris W. Hensley Randall Williams William ~rancis Rowlett, Jr.

1967

SUBDIVISION I-THIRD RENEWALS

Lodge . Swope Park Lodge No. 617 . Solomon Lodge No. 271 .. Sullivan Lodge No. 69 Shekinah Lodge No. 256 .. St. Mark's Lodge No. 93 .. Rising Sun Lodge No. 13 . Alpha Lodge No. 659 . . Swope Park Lodge No. 617 . . Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422 Joplin Lodge No. 335 Hornersville Lodge No. 215 .. Grandview Lodge No. 618 . Sikeston Lodge No. 310 . . University Lodge No. 649 . Fenton Lodge No. 281 Swope Park Lodge No. 617 . Sikeston Lodge No. 310 . . Anderson Lodge No. 621 Jefferson Lodge No. 43 Friend Lodge No. 352 . . United Lodge No.5 . Bosworth Lodge No. 597 New Hampton Lodge No. 510 . New Hampton Lodge No. 510

1967

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

C471 John Wirth C472 Herbert Robert Kuhn (;473 Ray V. Carpenter C474 Ralph Otto Kolb . C475 Gilbert Ray Rose C476 Erwin H. Witthaus C477 Arthur Theodore C478 Harold Frederick Krummel C479 Raymond Babb C480 Jesse Clyde Butler C481 John Nelson Snyder C482 Rufus H. Lane C483 Lawrence Ray Albright

Lambskin Lodge No. 460 Pleasant Grove Lodge No. 142 Wheeling Lodge No. 434 Anchor Lodge No. 443 Mokane Lodge No. 612 Mokane Lodge No. 612 Pythagoras Lodge No. 383 Monroe Lodge No. 64 Friendship Lodge No. 89 Censer Lodge No. 172 .. Mt. Washington Lodge No. 611 .. Fellowship Lodge No. 345 . King Hill Lodge No. 376

SUBDIVISION I-FOURTH RENEWALS

No. D211 D212 D213 D214 D215 D216 D217 D218 D219 D220 D221 D222 D223 D224 D225 D226 D227 D228 D229 D230 D231 D232 D233 D234 D235

Name Herbert J. Crosby Buell E. Skouby Sylvanus B. Rinehart John I. Williams. . . . George M. Longwith Albert H. Tade Vernon K. Abel. . . . . . . . . . . . . Lee B. Turner Glenn Ames Emmett Broombaugh, Jr. Ralph Dale Hall. . . . . . . J. Harold Burton Raymond E. Lee. . . . . . Chester Raymond Carpenter Leonard Kavanaugh Horne Stanton Thayer Brown Nathan William Glazer Kenneth M. Kerby ......... Jabe C. Green ... James D. Hurst James Boswell Gray Herman D. Taggart Virgil C. Moore. . . Lowell Monroe Ridgway WaIter Ercil White

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Arthur U. Goodman, Jr. (died 11-21-1966) James Monroe Hall James D. Shepard Russell Vandelicht William W. Forrester Opie D. Hatfield .. Charles G. Kuhn Chesley E. McAfee Albert J. Cannon Herbert J. Westbrook Melvin Boone Goe, Sr.

Lodge New Salem Lodge No. 270 Salem Lodge No. 225 Northeast Lodge No. 643 Rising Sun Lodge No. 13 .. Adair Lodge No. 366 . Adair Lodge No. 366 . Joachim Lodge No. 164 .. Hannibal Lodge No. 188 De Soto Lodge No. 119 .. Brentwood Lodge No. 616 Composite Lodge No. 369 . Valley Park Lodge No. 629 . .. Acacia Lodge No. 602 Wayne Lodge No. 526 Wayne Lodge No. 526 Buckner Lodge No. 501 Benj. Franklin Lodge No. 642 . Bogard Lodge No. 101 . .. Composite Lodge No. 369 .. Neosho Lodge No. 247 Laddonia Lodge No. 115 .. Jackson Lodge No. 82 . Ferguson Lodge No. 542 Centralia Lodge No. 59 Moberly Lodge No. 344

SUBDIVISION I-FIFTH RENEWALS

E112 EIl3 E114 E115 EI16 E117 E118 E119 EI20 EI21

Kennett Lodge No. 68 Composite Lodge No. 369 Union Lodge No. 593 Hope Lodge No. 251 East Gate Lodge No. 630 . . Rising Sun Lodge No. 13 . Bosworth Lodge No. 597 . Bosworth Lodge No. 597 Algabil Lodge No. 544 Advance Lodge No. 590 Centralia Lodge No. 59

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Claude W. Dunnaway Harry S. Kline . Buford D. Chetwood

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Versailles Lodge No. 320 Trenton Lodge No. III Grandview Lodge No. 618

SUBDIVISION l-SIXTH RENEWALS

F48 Warren W. Dray F49 Philip D. Trainer F50 Edwin Bruce Hawkins F51 Russell J. Rowe F52 Dowell Hays F53 Glenn E. Swails F54 Gervis Hammond Thurman F55 Joy L. Ortloff F56 Henry Lee Sharp F57 Ronald E. Bradley F58 Harry M. Noland F59 Joe L. Moore

Jackson Lodge No. 82 Clinton Lodge No. 548 Higbee Lodge No. 527 Perseverance Lodge No. 92 Grandview Lodge No. 618 Brotherhood Lodge No. 269 Maplewood Lodge No. 566 Carthage Lodge No. 197 Platte City Lodge No. 504 Jackson Lodge No. 82 Jackson Lodge No. 82 Liberty Lodge No. 31

SUBDIVISION I--SEVENTH RENEWALS

Gl6 August L. Hunter GI7 John H. Hicks GI8 Arthur W. Rauch. . . GI9 John Black Vrooman G20 Orville Abernathy G21 J. Earl Landes. . . . . . . G22 Robert C. Hoefer. . . . . . . . . . G23 Thomas Franklin Wright

Swope Park Lodge No. 617 Laclede Lodge No. 83 Cache Lodge No. 416 Equality Lodge No. 497 . Pythagoras Lodge No. 383 . Shekinah Lodge No. 256 . Composite Lodge No. 369 ... Tyro Lodge No. 12

SUBDIVISION I-EIGHTH RENEW AL'i

Fredon K. Hadley

................ St. Joseph Lodge No. 78 SUBDIVISION 2-0RIGINALS PART

67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84

Phil Wood Hattendorf William Eugene Mohart Louie F. Corum ' Vaughn Dawson Phillips William W. Martin Ronald E. Smith Virgil B. Saville .. Robert Marion Edmundson Gene Frenzel. . . . . . . . . Connely O. Fairchild Ernest Clifton Morrison. . . . Harold Joseph Turk Howard F. Moser Robert Horace Stewart Robert E. Kinkead Billy J. Crawford Joseph T. Miner Marvin Gene Shull

Pomegranate Lodge No. 95 . Raytown Lodge No. 391 Sheffield Lodge No. 625 . . East Gate Lodge No. 630 Kirksville Lodge No. 105 ..Hartford Lodge ;\0.171 . Jefferson Lodge No. 13 RIlle Springs Lodge No. 337 . .. St. Louis Lodge No. 20 East Gate Lodge No. 630 . .. Wakanda Lodge No. 52 Ash Grove Lodge No. 100 Fellowship Lodge No. 315 Cuba Lodge No. 312 . .. St. Francois Lodge No. 234 Grain Valley Lodge No. 644 Ferguson Lodge No. 542 Rising Sun Lodge No. 13

SUBDIVISION 2-FIRST RENEWALS PART

A51 A52

Charles Jack Grimes Maurice Billiard Norman

Jefferson Lodge No. 43 Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422

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GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

A53 Robert L. Meredith ..... A54 Isaac G. Miller .. ASS Robert Eugene Bragg A56 Cletus R. Estes A57 Charles H. Carter. . A58 Millard W. Pendleton A59 George Hamilton Strother A60 Cecil J. Boswell. . . . . . . . . . A61 Leo Harold Pitts A62 Floyd L. Marshall A63 Elmer Marley Kaegel, Jr A64 Arthur Stanley Wehmeyer A65 Glen R. McGary A66 Shelby L. Barton A67 Ronnie L. House

. .... Solomon Lodge No. 271 . Nodaway Lodge No. 470 ..... Keystone Lodge No. 243 . Maplewood Lodge No. 566 . Maplewood Lodge No. 566 Carthage Lodge No. 197 . Vandalia Lodge No. 491 . Good Hope Lodge No. 218 Hermitage Lodge No. 288 Kirksville Lodge No. 105 Paul Revere Lodge No. 330 . Paul Revere Lodge No. 330 .. Livingston Lodge No. 51 Ferguson Lodge No. 542 Mansfield Lodge No. 543

SUBDIVISION 2---SECOND RENEWALS PART

B37 B38 B39 B40 B41 B42 B43 B44 B45 B46

Chaston L. Rudder S. Herman Mullen Claud T. Foster Elmer J. Rohr Thomas Joseph Lehmann Olen Paul Erwin Tony Case Philip D. Trainer Edward T. Neely, Jr. Ernest R. Wilson

Bloomfield Lodge No. 153 Ava Lodge No. 26 Four Mile Lodge No. 212 . University Lodge No. 649 Paul Revere Lodge No. 330 Carthage Lodge No. 197 Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422 .. Clinton Lodge No. 548 Wellston Lodge No. 613 Anchor Lodge No. 443

SUBDIVISION 2-THIRD RENEWALS PART

C43 C44 C45 C46 C47

Claude W. Dunnaway William V McCollum Morris S. Sheeks Otto Albert Brunkhorst ... Dale C. Motter .

.. Versailles Lodge No. 320 .... Solomon Lodge No. 271 ... Triangle Lodge No. 638 .... Pleasant Grove Lodge No. 142 . .... Adair Lodge No. 366

SUBDIVISION 2-FOURTH RENEWALS PART

D22 D23 D24 D25 D26 D27 D28 D29 D30 D31

James Woodrow Dougan Edwin Bruce Hawkins. . John E. Adams Everett W. Torreyson .. James Harold Burton Warren W. Dray Joy L. Ortloff Ralph Oscar Fritts Virgil C. Moore John L. Williams

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1 .. Rosendale Lodge No. 404 . Higbee Lodge No. 527 Ferguson Lodge No. 542 Hebron Lodge No. 354 Valley Park Lodge No. 629 Jackson Lodge No. 82 Carthage Lodge No. 197 Amsterdam Lodge No. 141 Ferguson Lodge No. 542 Rising Sun Lodge No. 13

SUBDIVISION 2-FIFTH RENEWALS PART

El7

Charles Goodman

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SUBDIVISION 2-0RIGINALS PART 2

73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93

Ferial Alexander Findley Clifford E. Cooper Edward McMurry Robert Vaughn Matthews Bill L. Foster ......... Eugene (Pat) McFarland. . . . . Ronald E. Smith . Charles Marvin Benedict Robert Eugene Mason . Ralph William DeVaul . Arthur Lustgarten Robert Marion Edmundson Otto E. Fiala Guy A. Turner, Jr. Gene Curry Robert Horace Stewart Robert N. Kinkead Louie F. Corum Milford S. Wehmhoener .,. . Howard F. Moser Stanley Earl Massey

Poplar Bluff Lodge No. 209 Mansfield Lodge No. 543 Webster Groves Lodge No. 84 Agency Lodge No. 10 . Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422 Hermon Lodge No. 187 Hartford Lodge No. 171 Wellston Lodge No. 613 Alpha Lodge No. 659 Northeast Lodge No. 643 St. Louis Lodge No. 20 Blue Springs Lodge No. 337 Good Hope Lodge No. 218 .. Tuscan Lodge No. 360 Carthage Lodge No. 197 Cuba Lodge No. 312 St. Francois Lodge No. 234 Sheffield Lodge No. 625 Gate City Lodge No. 522 .. Fellowship Lodge No. 345 Competition Lodge No. 432

SUBDIVISION 2-FIRST RENEWALS PART

A43 Charles Edwin Clark. . . A44 Clovis E. Burrell. . . . . . A4S Roswell T. Hampton .. A46 Robert Eugene Bragg A47 George Hamilton Strother A48 James Derrel Buzzard A49 Leo Harold Pitts A50 Arnold John Millner A51 Edward T. Neely, Jr.

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2 . Summit Lodge No. 263 Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422 Fenton Lodge No. 281 Keystone Lodge No. 243 Vandalia Lodge No. 491 Neosho Lodge No. 247 Hermitage Lodge No. 288 Ferguson Lodge No. 542 Wellston Lodge No. 613

SUBDIVISION 2-SECOND RENEWALS PART

B49 BSO BSI B52 B53 B54 B55 B56 B57 B58

Chaston 1.. Rudder Steven Dawson Lundy S. Herman Mullen ... John Thomas Heard, Sr. Elmer J. Rohr Olen Paul Erwin. . . . . . . .. Dorell C. Luce Philip D. Trainer Edward Anthony Gilmore Claud T. Foster. .

2 Bloomfield Lodge No. 153 New Hampton Lodg'c No. 510 . . Ava Lodge No. 26 Theo. Rooscvclt Lodgc No. 661 . University Lodge No. 649 Carthage Lodgc No. 197 Unitcd Lodge No.5 Clinton Lodge No. 518 Keystone Lodgc No. 243 Four Mile Lodge No. 212

SUBDIVISION 2-THIRD RENEWALS PART 2

C39 James Woodrow Dougan C40 Otto Albert Brunkhorst

Rosendale Lodge No. 404 Pleasant Grove Lodge No. 142

J967 C41 C42 C43

(;RAND LonGE OF MISSOURI

Dale C. Motter Woodrow Wilson Admire Virgil C. Moore

Adair Lodge No. 366 .. Cecile Daylight Lodge No. 305 Ferguson Lodge No. 542

SUBDIVISION 2-FOURTH RENEWALS PART

D22 Ernest B. McCormick D23 James Harold Burton D24 Edwin Bruce Hawkins D25 John E. Adams .. D26 Warren W. Dray .. D27 J0)' L. Ortloff ..... D28 Charles Goodman

2 Anchor Lodge No. 443 Valley Park Lodge No. 629 · Higbee Lodge No. 527 Ferguson Lodge No. 542 · Jackson Lodge No. 82 · Carthage Lodge No. 197 Polar Star Lodge No. 79

SUBDIVISION 2-I'IFTH DIVISION

PART

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2 .. Granite Lodge No. 272

Lloyd C. Kennon

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63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76

77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86

... East Gate Lodge No. 630 Connely Oliver Fairchild · Kennett Lodge No. 68 Glen D. Patton .. Kenneth H. Dennis · Mansfield Lodge No. 543 William W. Martin · Kirksville Lodge No. 105 Marvin E. Moore ............. Bonhomme Lodge No. 45 Raymond R. Sanders, Jr. · Solomon Lodge No. 271 Dominil L. Seeler · Meridian Lodge No. 2 Anchor Lodge No. 443 · John Douglas Atkins Ronald E. Smith ... ........... Hartford Lodge No. 171 John Lee Lorenz · Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422 Robert Vaughn Matthews · Agency Lodge No. 10 Leslie Fullerton Denney · Webster Groves Lodge No. 84 William I. Mosburg · East Gate Lodge No. 630 Charles Henry Carter Maplewood Lodge No. 5GG · Billy A. Martin · Wakanda Lodge No. 52 Robert Horace Stewart Cuba Lodge No. 312 · Robert N. Kinkead · St. Francois Lodge No. 234 William S. Juergens Sullivan Lodge No. 69 · Howard F. Moser ... Fellowship Lodge No. 345 . Louie F. Corum · Sheffield Lodge No. 625 Virgil B. Saville ... . Jefferson Lodge No. 43 George Dana Kinsman ....... Theo. Roosevelt Lodge No. 661 Douglas Russell Hartley · Wellston Lodge No. 613 Robert LOllis Streicher Paul Revere Lodge No. 330 · SUBDIVISION 2-FIRST RENEWALS PART

A47 Roswell T. Hampton ............... Fenton Lodge No. 281 A48 Wilfrid A. Hedrick · .... Maplewood Lodge No. 566 A49 Donald L. Malott ......... Compass Lodge No. 120 A50 Olen Paul Erwin Carthage Lodge No. 197 · A51 Maurice Mayberry · Anchor Lodge No. 443 A52 James Derrel Buzzard .......... Neosho Lodge No. 247

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A53 Amon Akins Clifton Heights Lodge No. 路520 A54 Rolland Jerome Burgess. . . Clifton Heights Lodge No. 520 A55 RaymondE. Lee Acacia Lodge No. 602 A56 Leo Harold Pitts. . . . . . . . Herrnitag~ Lodge No. 288 A57 James Od Duree Meramec Lodge No. 313 AS8 Edward T. Neely, Jr. . . . . . . . . . . .. '. . Wellston Lodge No. 613 A59 Rama Eugene Love. " . . .. . . . . . . . Wellston Lodge No. 613 A60 Elmer M. Kaegel Paul Revere Lodge No. 330 SUBDIVISION 2--SECOND RENEWALS PART

B33 B34 B35 B36 B37 B38 B39 B40 B41 B42 B43

Chaston L. Rudder S. Herman Mullen Dale C. Motter. . . . Claude W. Dunnaway Elmer J. Rohr . . . . . . Ernest R. Wilson Robert W. Caldwell. . . Opie D. Hatfield. . . . . . . . Tony Case. . . . . . . . . Herman D. Taggart Philip D. Trainer

3 Bloomfield Lodge No. 153 Ava Lodge No. 26 Adair Lodge No. 366 Versailles Lodge No. 320 University Lodge No. 649 Anchor Lodge No. 443 . Cache Lodge No. 416 Rising Sun Lodge No. 13 Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422 Jackson Lodge No. 82 Clinton Lodge No. 518

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Chesley E. McAfee Otto Albert Brunkhorst Richard L. Kieffer

3 . Bosworth Lodge No. 597 Pleasant Grove Lodge No. 142 Maplewood Lodge No. 566

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D23 George I. Downing D24 Leonard Virgil Bowers .. D25 James Harold Burton D26 Edwin Bruce Hawkins .. D27 Warren D. Dray D28 Joy 1" Ortloff D29 James Woodrow Dougan D30 Charles Goodman

3 Wakanda Lodge No. 52 United Lodge No.5 Valley Park Lodge No. 629 Higbee Lodge No. 527 Jackson Lodge No. 82 . . Carthage Lodge No. 197 Rosendale Lodge No. 404 Polar Star Lodge No. 79

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Lloyd C. Kennon

. ... Granite Lodge No. 272

PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BY-LAWS

W. Bro. William J. Hill, presented three proposed amendments to ByLaws, and moved they be referred to the Jurisprudence Committee. Motion seconded and carried, and are as follows:

Be It Resolved by the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Missowri, A.F. & A.M.: That Section 5.020 with respect to the Committee on Credentials should be amended in conformity with the letter and spirit of the amendment heretofore

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presented relative to the meeting of the Grand Lodge to begin on Monday, instead of Tuesday, so that said Section 5.020, as amended, shall read as follows: SECfION 5.020. CREDENTIALS. The Committee on Credentials examines and tabulates the credentials of representatives, and does all other things incident thereto. It meets preceding the annual communication in the city where the sessions are held. DEWEY ROUTH, JAMES

HULL,

WILLIAM J. HILL, HARRY GERSHENSON.

Be It Resolved by the Most WorshiPful Grand Lodge Of Missowri, A.F. 6' A.M.: That Section 5.060 with respect to the Committee on Appeals and Grievances should be amended in conformity with the letter and spirit of the amendment heretofore presented relative to the meeting of the Grand Lodge to begin on Monday, instead of Tuesday, so that said Section 5.060, as amended, shall read as follows: SECTION 5.060. ApPEALS AND GRIEVANCES. The Committee on Appeals and Grievances receives all appeals, grievances and petitions for restoration. It meets preceding the annual communication in the city where the sessions are held and at other times as directed by the Grand Master. Each member is entitled to the usual mileage and per diem for his services while in attendance. DEWEY ROUTH, JAMES

WILLIAM

HULL,

HILL,

HARRY GERSHENSON.

Be It Resolved by the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge Of Missowri, A.F. 6' A.M.: That Section 5.070 with respect to the Committee on Jurisprudence should be amended in conformity with the letter and spirit of the amendment heretofore presened relative to the meeting of the Grand Lodge to begin on Monday, instead of Tuesday, so that said Section 5.070, as amended, shall read as follows: SECfION 5.070. JURISPRUDENCE. The Committee on Jurisprudence has referred to it the decisions of the Grand Master, all propositions to amend the Constitution and By-Laws, and other legal questions as directed by the Grand Master or the Grand Lodge. No amendment may be voted on by the Grand Lodge until it is referred to and reported on by the committee as to form and advisability. It meets preceding the annual communication in the city where the sessions are held and at other times as directed by the Grand Ma'iter. Each member is entitled to the usual mileage and per diem for his services while in attendance. DEWEY ROUTH, JAMF.5

HULL,

WILLIAM HILL, HARRY GERSHENSON.

TELLERS APPOINTED

The Grand Master called on R.W. Bro. Harry Gershenson, chairman, to take charge of the tellers, and proceed with the handing out of ballots for election of Grand Lodge officers and members of the Masonic Home Board, which was done. REMARKS BY M.W. BRO. KENNETH MILLER

M.W. Bro. Kenneth Miller, Grand Master of Masons in Iowa, briefly addressed the brethren.

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REMARKS BY M. W. BRO. JOHN A. BOTTORF

At the request of the Grand Master, M.W. Bro. John A. Bottorf, Grand Master of Masons in Nebraska, addressed the brethren. INVITATION EXTENDED

W. Bro. Walter C. Ploeser, Deputy for Missouri, Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite, expressed his pleasure at having the Grand Lodge make use of the facilities of the Scottish Rite Cathedral, and extended an invitation to return in 1968. REMARKS BY M.W. JAMES McFADIN

M.W. Bro. James McFadin, a past Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Tennessee, briefly addressed the brethren. REMARKS OF R.W. BRO. EDWARD E. NIXON

R.W. Bro. Edward E. Nixon, Most Excellent Grand High Priest of the Grand Chapter, Royal Arch Masons of Missouri, addressed the brethren. PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE BY·LAWS

R.W. Bro. William H. Utz, Jr., presented a proposed amendment to the By-Laws relative to sponsorship with lodge funds of chapters of DeMolay, and moved it be referred to the Jurisprudence Committee. Motion seconded and carried, and is as follows: Be It Resolved by the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Missowri J A.F. & A.M.: That Standing Resolution which appears at Page 35 of the Annotated Constitution and By-Laws, 1966 Cumulative Annual Pocket Part, be amended by adding after the words "may sponsor" on line 1 thereof, "with lodge funds," so that the same, as amended, shall read as follows: Subordinate lodges may sponsor, with lodge funds, chapters of the Order of DeMolay, and are encouraged to undertake such sponsorship where there is no present sponsorship. Subordinate lodges which undertake or continue the sponsorship of DcMolay Chapters shall do so subject to the regulations, if any, promulgated from time to time by the Grand Master. Such regulations, if any, shall remain in full force and effect, upon being promulgated, until changed by such Grand Master or a successor, unless sooner changed or disapproved by the Grand Lodge. RUSSELL E. MURRAY, 'WILLIAM R. DENSLOW, ELVIS

MOONEY,

W. H. UTZ, HERMAN A.

JR., ORLICK,

WALTER WALKER, FREELON K. HADLEY,

THOMAS DAVIS, JR•• W. H. CHAPMAN,

DONELSON,

ROBERT

McKINNEY,

LESTER M. HECKMAN,

CLYDE BUTLER.

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R.W. William H. Utz, Jr., presented a resolution relative to sponsorship with lodge funds, the Order of Rainbow for Girls, and Job's Daughters, and moved it be referred to the Jurisprudence Committee. Motion seconded and carried, and is as follows: Be It Resolved by the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Missowri, A.F. & A.M.: That the following new section of the Standing Resolutions of the Grand Lodge be adopted: Subordinate lodges may sponsor, with lodge funds, chapters of Jobs' Daughters or Rainbow Girls, and are encouraged to undertake such sponsorship where there is no present sponsorship. Subordinate lodges which undertake, or continue the sponsorship of Jobs' Daughters or Rainbow Girls, shall do so subject to the regulations, if any, promulgated from time to time by the Grand Master. Such regulations, if any, shall remain in full force and effect, upon being promulgated, until changed by such Grand Master or a successor, unless sooner changed or disapproved by the Grand Lodge. RUSSELL E. MURRAY, WILLIAM ELVIS

DENSLOW,

MOONEY,

W. H. UTZ, HERl\'{AN A.

JR., ORLICK,

W ALTER WALKER, FREELON K. HADLEY,

THOMAS DAVIS, JR., H. CHAPMAN,

,,y.

DONELSON,

ROBERT

McKINNEY,

LESTER M. HECKMAN,

CLYDE BUTLER.

REMARKS BY WILLIAM J. TOBLER

W. Bro. William J. Tobler, Right Eminent Grand Commander, Grand Commandery, Knights Templar of Missouri, briefly addressed the brethren. REMARKS BY W. BRO. HAROLD L. LOWE

W. Bro. Harold L. Lowe, Most Illustrious Grand Master, Grand Council, Royal and Select Masters of Missouri, briefly addressed the brethren. REMARKS BY W. BRO. F. LOWELL BOEDECKER

W. Bro. F. Lowell Boedecker, Worthy Grand Patron, Grand Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star of Missouri, briefly addressed the brethren. REMARKS OF R.W. BRO. ELMER JOHNSTON

R.W. Bro. Elmer Johnston, Grand Chaplain of the Grand Lodge of Indiana, spoke briefly to the brethren. REMARKS OF R.W. BRO. RALPH E. WHIPPLE

R.W. Bro. Ralph E. Iowa, spoke briefly.

\"7hi~)ple,

Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of

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REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON FRATERNAL CORRESPONDENCE

M.W. Bro. Bruce H. Hunt presented the report of the Committee on Fraternal Correspondence, and moved that it be received and printed in the Proceedings. Motion seconded and carried. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON NECROLOGY

M.W. Bro. Bruce H. Hunt presented the report of the Committee on Necrology, and moved that it be received and printed in the Proceedings. Motion seconded and carried, and the report is as follows: To the Grand Lodge of AnLient) Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri: BREllIREN:

"Blessed are the dead who die in the Lordthey rest from their labors, and their works do follow them." Revelation 14:13 It is written that man is born to die. and that he cannot be too often reminded of this condition of life. We pause now in the deliberations of this supreme body of I'reemasons in the State of Missouri to commemorate this portion of our allotted time on earth to our departed brethren and loved ones. 'What can we audibly express that would be fitting on such an occasion as this? Humble, yes thrice humble, are our thoughts and prayers in this moment of significance and deep reverence. Those who have preceded us in death have but moved closer to the Supreme Architect of the Universe. They await our coming to join them in the land of Eternal Bliss. As surely as day follows the night, we must some day in the not too distant future follow them into the Great Beyond. In that land we are comforted by the belief that there will be neither doubt nor darkness. Humbly we endeavor to comfort each other and the loved ones left behind. We say to all who will listen that our earthly loss is the departed's eternal gain. Before our mind's eye we witness the passing of a beautiful panorama of thoughts and remembrances. In our mediation, those blessed souls pass silently before us. \Ve see them as brethren who lived and loved, and shared a portion of their lives with us. For this we shall be eternally grateful to them. They made this a better habitation for us in which our lives were greatly enriched. Some men dream and some have courage to make their dreams come true. Those Brethren who pass before the vision of our memory are possessed of many talents. Some were leaders who gave strength and meaning to the world, and made it safe and liveable for all of us. \Ve see gifted men with gracious humor, men of generosity and men with talents unsurpassed. We see happy men and men saddened by life's experiences, but men who never surrendered to weakness. All of these, and many more, helped prepare this world for us and for the unborn generations of men who will follow. We see all of them pass in review, each to take his place among the horde of angels and saints before the Eternal Cod of All. This maje;tic mental image speaks eloquently of the wisdom which may partially be ours to govern our own conduct and lead us to the threshold of eternity. The record of the C;;rand Lodge year ended June 30, 1967, reveals that 2,926 faithful Master Masons answered the summons to the Grand Lodge on High. Among this number are listed four Past Grand Masters and several past District Deputy Grand Masters and District Deputy Grand Lecturers, as well as several who

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served the Grand Lodge in other official capacities. The final call did not come to a single officer of the Grand Lodge, nor to a single District Deputy Grand Master or District Deputy Grand Lecturer. For this we humbly express our gratitude to the Creator of us all. M.W. Bro. Arthur U. Goodman, Jr., Grand Master in 1964, answered the final call on November 21, 1966. Judge Goodman was born March 6, 1912, on a small farm near Bell City, Stoddard County, Missouri, the son of Arthur U. Goodman, Sr., and Cora B. (Huffman) Goodman. He was graduated from Bell City High School and Chillicothe Business College. He served as a stenographer and bookkeeper, studied law in law offices, and completed a three-year correspondence course in law. In 1934 he was admitted to the bar. On December 27 of the same year he was married to Miss Mildred V. Kennett at Hornersville, Missouri. To this union one son was born, Daniel Kennett. The Goodmans were active in the Baptist Church, and Brother Goodman was a member of both the York and Scottish Rites, the Shrine and the Order of the Eastern Star. During his early adult years, he served as congressional secretary to the late Orville Zimmerman for five sessions of Congress. Afterwards he practiced law in Kennett, where he served as city attorney, prosecuting attorney and first magistrate Judge of Dunklin County. He was nominated for circuit judge in 1952 over two opponents by 1,966 votes and was unopposed in the general election. Judge Goodman was renominated and elected in 1958 and 1964 without opposition. M.W. Bro. William Francis Woodruff, Grand Master in 1944, died February 16, 1967. Brother Woodruff was born near Warrensburg, Missouri, November 19, 1881, the son of David P. Woodruff and Frances A. (Gaut) Woodruff. To this union three children were born, Frances Elizabeth, Lee Wengert and Nancy. M.W. Brother Woodruff was graduated from Central Missouri State College at Warrensburg in 1902, received his A.B. Degree from Missouri University in 1907 and the LL.B. degree in 1909. He engaged in the general practice of law in Kansas City, before his retirement. He was a member of Phi Delta Phi and Phi Beta Kappa fraternities, and Country Club Methodist Church at Kansas City. He was a Democrat in politics and listed his hobbies as the "Study of history and related fields." Brother Woodruff was made a Master Mason in Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446 on December 19, 1910, and served.as its master in 1917. He was a member of Kansas City Chapter No. 28, Royal Arch Masons, and Kansas City Commandery No. 10 of Knights Templar. M.W. Bro. Robert H. Mann, Grand Master in 1962, was summoned to the Grand Lodge on High, March 31, 1967. Brother Mann was born in Kansas City, May 17, 1895, the son of Homer B. and Sallie H. Mann. In 1925 he was married to Miss Lelia Wood, and to this union were born Robert H., Jr., and Kathryn Barry. After World War I, in which he served as Second Lieutenant with the 89th Division in France, he was graduated from Kansas City University with an LL.B. degree. Brother Mann served as Trustee and Treasurer of Park College for many years, as his father had done before him. He has been active in numerous civic and cultural fields in and near Kansas City. His education in the area of law was used by him only as it applied to the insurance company with which he was connected, and in which Robert H., Jr. was also active. Grand Master Mann received his Masonic degrees in Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446, being raised January 27, 1923, and serving as Master in 1934. He was member of both York and Scottish Rites, as well as the Shrine, National Sojourners and the Red Cross of Constantine. He continued throughout his adult life to maintain a deep and abiding interest in the affairs of all activities connected with the Ivanhoe Masonic Temple Company. M.W. Bro. James William Skelly, Grand Master in 1936, passed to his eternal reward August 15, 1967, with full Masonic Services at the Scottish Rite Cathedral on August 17, 1967. M.W. Brother Skelly was born April 14, 1873, in Audrain

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County, Missouri, the son of John and Clementine McPherson (Weidler) Skelly. On December 13, 1899, at Mexico, Missouri, he was married to Miss Pearl Smith. To this union two children were born, Gladys Gertrude and Frank Howard. Brother Skelly was educated in the public schools of Audrain County and at Missouri University, graduating with a B.S. degree in 1896 and with a C.E. degree in 1898. He began his professional career as a rodman with the Mississippi River Commission in August 1896 and worked for improvement of that river until December, 1922. In 192~ he began a work that was really a labor of love for him as well as his vocation. He became secretary of Ihe Scottish Rite Bodies in St. Louis, a position he held for many years. He was with 'the Twelfth Engineers during 'World War I, and rose to the rank of Major in 1919. Later he was commissioned a Lieutenant Colonel, Engineer Of· ficers Reserve Corps. Brother Skelly was a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers, Society of American Military Engineers, Circle Club, American Legion, Forty and Eight and the National Sojourners. Brother Skelly first saw the Light of Masonry in Laddonia Lodge No. 115 on February 16, 1900. He affiliated with Tuscan Lodge No. 360 on April 16, 1901, and served this lodge as worshipful master in 1913. He was District Deputy Grand Master in 1920-1922. He was a member of all the York and Scottish Rite bodies, serving as high priest of St. Louis Chapter No.8, Royal Arch Masons in 1923 and being invested with the Knight Commander of the Court of Honor in 1921 and coroneted a 33° member of the Scottish Rite in October 1925. His service to :Freemasonry was long and distinguished, and at the time of his death Brother Skelly was the dean of the past grand masters in this jurisdiction. In addition to these four past grand masters, Freemasonry lost a great advocate and worker in the recent passing of the Honorable Brother Richard H. Amberg, 33°, who departed this life on September 3, 1967. His death is mourned by Freemasons of all rites and degrees across the lanel. Several Past Distl'ict Deputy Grand Masters and District Deputy Grand Lecturers were listed among these nearly 3,000 brethren for whom charters were draped in mourning across the State of Missouri. Those known to this committee are: R.W. Bro. Francis E. Howard, DDGL in 1946-1952 and DDGM in 1946, died November 20, 1966; R.W. Bro. John A. Welkener, DDGL in 1947, died April 5, 1967; R.W. Bro. Joseph A. Halley, DDGL in 1949 and DDGM in 1960, died Jnne 7, 1967; R.W. Bro Elisha Y. Launius, DDGM in 1961-1963, died July 9, 1967; R.W. Bro. Milton C. Lauenstein, DDGM in 1954, died August 31, 1967; R.W. Bro. Herman Taggert, DDGL, died September 16, 1967; R.W. Bro. Grover C. Chambers, DDGL in 1928-1929, died June 26, 1967 and R.W. Norman W. Gish, DDGM in 1963-1966, died September 28, 1966. The committee feels sure there may be others not known to its members. To conclude this report with due respect and reverence for our departed brethren, we desire permission of the Most Worshipful Grand Master to call upon a Grand Chaplain to lead us in a memorial prayer. Fraternally submitted, BRUCE H. HUNT, Chairman, FRANK P. BRIGGS, HAROLD M. JAYNE, FORREST C. DONNELL. RESULTS OF ELECTION OF GRAND LODGE OFFICERS

Ballots were cast, and the following were declared elected: William R. Denslow, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , Elvis A. Mooney,

,Grand Mastel' Deputy Grand Master

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... Senior Grand Warden Junior Grand Warden Grand Treasurer . Grand Secretary

Morgan Donelson. William H. Chapman William H. Utz, Jr. ... Elmer W. 'Vagner ..

RESULTS OF ELECTION OF DIRECTORS OF THE MASONIC HOME BOARD

Ballots were cast, and the following were declared elected as Directors of the Masonic Home Board: D. Jeff Lance

Edward A. Lang

CALLED FROM LABOR

The Grand Lodge was called from labor at 4:00 p.m. Prayer was offered by R.W. .I. C. Montgomery, Jr., Grand Chaplain. MONDAY. SEPTEMBER 25, 1967,4:00 P.M.

Missouri Lodge of Research held its Annual Communication in McKinney Hall, Third Floor of the Masonic Temple, 3681 Lindell Boulevard, after Grand Lodge was called from labor. 6:30 P.M.

Dinner for representatives and their guests at the Scottish Rite Cathedral. 8:00 P.M.

Open meeting-Scottish Rite Cathedral. All Master Masons, families and friends invited. W.M. Bro. Russell E. Murray, Grand Master, presiding. Presen tation of Colors . Moolah Temple Color Guard Pledge of Allegiance Star-Spangled Banner Invocation R.W. Bro. Julius J. Nodel, Grand Chaplain Presentation of Missouri Grand Lodge Officers Remarks. . . .. . . . .. .. .. R.W. Bro. William R. Denslow, Deputy Grand Master Program ., Moolah Temple Drum and Bugle Corps, Nelson P. Garrison, Director Presentation of 50-Year Buttons Address . R.W. Bro. J. C. Montgomery, Jr., Grand Orator Benediction

Tuesday Morning September 26, 1967

CALLED TO LABOR

The Grand Lodge was called to labor at 9:00 a.m. R.W. Bro. Ben Morris Ridpath, Grand Chaplain, offered prayer. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON RELIEF AND CHARITY

R.W. Bro. Harry C. Ploetze read the report of the Committee on Relief and Charity, and moved that it be received. Motion seconded and carried, and report is as follows: To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge) AI. & A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: Your Committee on Relief and Charity submits the following report of its activities, listing all receipts, disbursements and assistance given since the last Annual Communication of this Grand Lodge. During the past year your Committee has met regularly each month at the Masonic Home of Missouri on the evenings preceding the meetings of the Home Board or of the Executive Committee of the Home Board. The practices and policies which have guided the actions of this Committee in the past years have been continued. The records show that there were five cases of relief continued from the previous year, eight new cases were received and considered, nine cases were closed during the year and that four cases are being continued into 1967-1968. Total Total Total Total

number number number number

of of of of

lodges assisted ..... Master Masons given assistance widows given assistance individuals given assistance

13 10 4 14

The following are the lodges assisted and the amount of assistance given: Ashland Lodge No. 156 A. M. Bay (for extinct lodge) Ferguson Lodge No. 542 Lorraine Lodge No. 128 . Magnolia Lodge No. 626 Meramec Lodge No. 313 Modern Lodge No. 144 Pattonsburg Lodge No. 65 Paul Revere Lodge No. 330 Pyramid Lodge No. 180 . Rushville Lodge No. 238 . Saline Lodge No. 226 Webster Lodge No. 98

$ 250.00 llO.OO 50.00 150.00 50.00 300.00 75.00 50.00 100.00 175.00 100.00 100.00 480.00

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$1,990.00

Summary of funds received and dispersed during the fiscal year: Balance cash on hand, July I, 1966 Received from Grand Lodge

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50.00

Refund from Lorraine Lodge

$3,221.14

Total ... Disbursements: Issued to lodges Miscellaneous expenses

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$1,990.00 4.87 $1,994.87

$1,226.27

Balance as of June 30, 1967

The report of the Auditor who examined your Committee's accounts is in agreement with the above. Your Committee wishes at this time to again thank R.W. Bro. Carl I. Stein, the Assistant Superintendent of the Masonic Home for serving as our secretary. lIe has kept a neat and accurate set of records of the activities of the Committee, for which we are sincerely appreciative. Respectfully submitted, ELVIS A. MOONEY,

Roy H. HARRY

SANDER,

PLOETZE,

Chairman.

REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON JURISPRUDENCE

R.W. Bro. Harry Gershenson, Chairman, presented the report of the Jurisprudence Committee and the following action was taken thereon: The first portion of the report, relating to Dispensations, was approved on motion duly made, seconded and carried. The second portion of the report, relating to Healing, was approved on motion duly made, seconded and carried. The next part of the report, dealing with the decisions of the Grand Master, was read and the following action was taken: At the conclusion of the reading of the report on Decision I of the Grand Master it was moved by Brother Gershenson that it be approved. Whereupon the following discussion occurred: M.W. BROTHER ARONSON: Most Worshipful Grand Master, as Ire路 call my hearing of that Decision yesterday, it directed that there be a restoration of rights to and including some date in 1970. It occurred to me at the time that that was forecasting too much of what might happen between now and 1970, if my recollection is correct. I wonder if the Committee considered the possibility that things might happen between now and 1970 that may interfere with the continued membership or the continued good standing of that member. R.W. BROTHER GERSHENSON: May I answer that? THE GRAND MASTER: Yes. R.W. BROTHER GERSHENSON: The last sentence of the Grand Master's ruling says, "the Lodge may collect dues from Brother Schlenker, or, if it is necessary, remit his dues until March 26, 1970, by order of the Grand Master." We would assume, of course, that can be changed. It didn't say "shall." It says "may." Therefore, we assumed that would take care of it. Most Worshipful Sir, with that suggestion I now move the approval of this portion of the report. Motion seconded and carried.

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That portion of the report dealing with Decision 11 of the Grand Master was read and Brother Gershenson moved that the ruling be approved. Motion seconded and carried. That part of the report dealing with Decision III of the Grand Master was read and it was moved by Brother Gershenson that this portion be approved. Motion seconded and carried. That portion of the report relating to Decision IV of the Grand Master was read and approved on motion duly made, seconded and carried. That ponion of the repon relating to Decision V of the Grand Master was read and approved on motion duly made, seconded and carried. The next part of the report dealing with a Resolution to authorize the change of name of the Masonic Home of Missouri to include recognition of the contribution and participation in the activities of the Home by the Order of the Eastern Star was approved on motion duly made, seconded and carried and action on the proposed Resolution was laid over to the 1968 Communication. That portion of the Report relating to amendment of Resolution at page 104 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws as to funerals of Grand Officers was read and the recommendation of the Committee that this Resolution be approved was, upon motion duly made, seconded and carried, so approved. The next part of the Report relating to Resolution seeking to correct the language of Section 1.010 of the By-Laws so as to read "time or place" instead of "time and place," was read and upon motion duly made, seconded and carried was approved. The next portion of the Report was read relating to Section 10.040 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws and the proposed amendment thereto was laid over to the 1968 communication on motion duly made, seconded and carried. The next portion of the Report was read relating to Amendment of Section 13.070 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws and the recommendation of the Committee that it be adopted was approved upon motion duly made, seconded and carried. M.W. BROTHER ARONSON: May I interrupt? I would like to make the suggestion that it would be well for the record to declare this and other amendments are adopted by the necessary majority; not merely by a majority, but by the necessary required number for an amendment, which, as I recall, is more than a simple majority. Since there were some negative votes, I think the declaration of the Grand Master that it was adopted by the necessary majority would be well taken for the record, so no question can arise later. THE GRAND MASTER: It was a large majority, I assure you, and I declare it in that sense. Thereupon Brother Gershenson continued with the reading of the report of the Jurisprudence Committee as follows: That portion of the report relating to Section 14.050 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws was read and its adoption was recommended. Upon motion by Brother Gershenson duly seconded and carried, this portion of the report was approved. Motion declared carried by the Grand Master by the required majority. That portion of the report relating to amendment of Section 23.040 to

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provide that the Order of Eastern Star may elect a member to the Masonic Home Board, was read, and it was moved that action on this amendment be laid over to the 1968 Annual Communication. Motion seconded and carried. That portion of the report was read relating to Resolution making change in sponsorship by subordinate lodges with lodge funds and the adoption of this resolution was moved by Brother Gershenson. Motion seconded and carried. The next portion of the report was read relating to amendment of Standing Resolution appearing at page 35 of annotated Constitution and ByLaws 1966 Cumulative Annual Pocket Part and upon motion duly made, seconded and carried this portion of the report was approved. The next portion of the report was read relating to three corrective resolutions amending Sections 5.020, 5.060 and 5.080 so as to conform them to the meeting of the Grand Lodge on Monday of each year. On motion duly made, seconded and carried, these resolutions were approved. The next portion of the report was read relating to Odom Lodge. M.W. Brother Aronson stated that since there had been no report at this meeting of the Grand Lodge by the Committee on Lodges V.D. that this portion of the report of the Jurisprudence Committee should not be approved until such report is made. It was moved by M.W. Brother Aronson that action on this part of the report of the Committee be deferred until a report is obtained from the Committee on Lodges V.D. Motion seconded and carried. The next portion of the report was read relating to representatives at the Washington meetings. It was moved by Brother Gershenson that the action of the Jurisprudence Committee be approved as to form. After discussion in which it was pointed out by Brother Gershenson the Jurisprudence Committee was making no recommendation other than as to form the motion was put to a vote, seconded, and duly carried. After further discussion it was moved by M.W. Brother Aronson that action on this Resolution be deferred until the next annual communication of the Grand Lodge and that in the interim the Grand Secretary be directed to inquire of the other 48 Grand Lodges what their practice is with respect to paying expenses of Grand Lecturers attending Washington meetings and to compile their answers for the information of the Grand Lodge. Motion seconded and carried. It was thereupon moved by R.W. Brother Gershenson that the report of the Jurisprudence Committee in its entirety be approved. Motion seconded and carried. DISPENSATIONS

There were various dispensations issued by the Grand Master during the year. A list thereof is in the Grand Secretary's report. Each of these as we see it was within the discretion of the Grand Master. Our recommendation is that each of them be approved. With reference to the dispensation denied, these likewise are within the sound discretion of the Grand Master. 'Ve recommend that the denial thereof be approved. HEALING

There were several requests for healing- orders but most of the requests were out of order. There were two candidates of Mechanicsville Lodg-e No. 260, who had

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received their E.A. Degree and their F.C. Degrees illegally through no fault of theirs. The master of the lodge being at fault, it was necessary to issue healing orders for these two brethren. DECISIONS

The case of Erwin Lodge No. 121 with reference to Bro. Adolph Schlenker: This brother had been issued a life membership card in 1950 which is strictly against the Grand Lodge By-laws. Brother Schlenker from 1950 to 1960 mailed $10.00 each year to the secretary of Erwin Lodge No. 121 with the understanding that it was for the Masonic Home of Missouri. In 1960 Brother Schlenker moved to Lombard, Illinois, and lived there for five years. He then moved to his present address in Elmhurst, Illinois, and attended Pleiades Lodge No. 478. In 1966, the secretary of this lodge wrote to the Grand Secretary of Missouri requesting the Masonic record of Brother Schlenker. The lodge records indicated that Brother Schlenker was deceased in 1964. Our Grand Secretary indicated to the Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of Illinois that Brother Schlenker would have to be reinstated, as according to Grand Lodge By-laws, he was automatically suspended. After much correspondence between the Grand Secretary of Missouri and the Grand Secretary of Illinois, this was brought to my attention. I was asked by Erwin Lodge No. ]2] to issue a healing order for Brother Schlenker. After going through the correspondence and seeing a photostatic copy of Brother Schlenker's life membership card, I did not think it was necessary to issue a healing order. However, I believe this was adjusted by our Grand Secretary. On May 26, ]967, I addressed a communication to the Grand Secretary stating that there had been many mistakes made by Erwin Lodge No. ]21 in their actions. First for issuing a life membership card in 1950, as this is strictly against the Grand Lodge By-laws. Second, there seems to be no record of the $10.00 each year paid to Erwin Lodge No. 121 by Brother Schlenker. Third, there is no record of any action by Erwin Lodge No. ]21 for the years 1962 and 1963. Fourth, there was no reason to show that the brother was deceased. Fifth, Erwin Lodge No. 121 should not indicate that Brother Schlenker was reinstated. I therefore ordered that all records of Erwin Lodge No. 121 and of the Grand Lodge of Missouri be changed to indicate that this brother has been in continuous good standing since he was raised on March 26, 1920. As Bro. Adolph Schlenker was an innocent victim of the irregularities which have occurred and therefore there should be no break in his membership from now until March 26, 1970, when Brother Schlenker will be eligible for 50 years recognition by the Grand Lodge and presentation of a 50-year button. The lodge may collect dues from Brother Schlenker or, if it is necessary, remit his dues until March 26, 1970, by order of the Grand Master. This action is approved. II

Bro. N. B. Green, Secretary of Fairfax Lodge No. 483, wanted to know if it was permissible for the incoming master of that lodge to be installed by his brother-in-law, who is a Past Master of an Iowa lodge. Our officers of Missouri lodges are declared duly and legally installed in the name of the Grand Lodge of Missouri and as he was not a member of the Grand Lodge of Missouri, the Grand Master ruled that it would not be legal. This action is approved as being in accordance with Section 8.100 of the Grand Lodge By-laws.

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III

The question arose as to whether it was permissible to place the Koran on the Altar. This matter has come up before and there has never been a definite ruling or decision that would be final for a later date. The Grand Master questioned the advisability of placing the Koran on the Altar but finally ruled that it would be permissible provided the Holy Bible also remained on the Altar. The submitting ruling is approved as being equivalent to a dispensation issued by the Grand Master for this particular instance only. IV

Last November, R.W. Bro. A. R. Mottesheard of the 54th Masonic District, informed the Grand Master of some difficulties of Crane Lodge No. 519, regarding blackballing and also that .the secretary had refused to turn the books over to the auditor. The lodge owned a cemetery and all their money and legal documents were in the name of the secretary. Through our D.D.G.M., R.W. Bro. Mottesheard, the Grand Master ordered that the secretary, Bro. David Holderman, submit to the master of Crane Lodge No. 519, all records, receipts, books, titles and any other items pertaining to the operation of business of Crane Lodge No. 519 and the Masonic Cemetery who in turn, could have the books audited. I understand this was carried out before January 1. The Grand Master ordered the master to have a re-ballot on all candidates who have been rejected in the last 12 months. There were sufficient reasons to have some of the brethren in the lodge expelled which the Grand Master assured them that the Grand Master would do if they were to continue to blackball all the candidates. However, the master has assured the Grand Master that the conditions in Crane Lodge No. 519 are much better. This action is approved as provided by Section 2.010 paragraph (k) and Section 14.100 of the Grand Lodge By-laws. v

Florissant Lodge No. 668, Berkeley, S1. Louis County, 57th District, was set to work under dispensation in 1958, and was chartered by. order of the Grand Lodge at its Annual Communication in 1959. Its membership has increased steadily. The number reported in Grand Lodge proceedings of 1958 was 32, the number reported in Proceedings of 1966 was 189. Shortly after my term of office as Grand Master began, a controversy within Florissant Lodge came to my attention. Stated as briefly as possible, the problem was this: In March 1965, certain members of Florissant Lodge caused the formation of a not-for-profit corporation known as Florissant Hall Association. Membership in this Association 'was limited to members of Florissant Lodge No. 668, A.F. & A.M., recommended by one bona fide member of the Association and elected by two-thirds majority of the members present. In a letter which he addressed to Bro. iIarry A. Hall, then Chairman of the Building Supervisory Board of this Grand Lodge, on June 12, 1966, Bro. Frank S. Lofton, a leading figure in the formation of the Association, stated its purposes as follows: The plan for a building in the Florissant area which was adopted by the Florissant Hall Association was to encourage the construction of an edifice for Florissant Lodge No. 668, Florissant Chapter No. 161, 0.E.8., the Florissant Trowel Club, etc. H was anticipated that Florissant Lodge No. 668 and Florissant Chapter No.l61 would participate in the funding and ownership of this edifice, etc. The controversy referred to above was over the question as to whether or not Florissant Hall Association should be approved by the Building Supervisory Board

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of the Grand Lodge before any funds of Florissant Lodge could be turned over to it. One faction within the lodge contended such approval was unnecessary before the time when any funds of the lodge which were turned over to the Hall Association were actually "committed" to building purposes. Another faction, supported by advice which it had solicited from and had obtained from sources it considered reliable contended otherwise, and their contention was supported by the 1965-1966 District Deputy Grand Master for the 5ith District. On about February 20, 196i, Florissant Lodge transferred $4,422.i8 of its funds to Florissant Hall Association ~nder an agreement which in part, was as follows: Any and all funds invested in the Florissant Hall Association by Florissant Lodge No. 668 can be withdrawn together with all accumulated interest at any time upon written notice from the Board of Trustees. Before the transfer of money by Florissant Lodge to the Hall Association was made, the Building Supervisory Board of this Grand Lodge was requested to rule upon the propriety of a participation by the lodge with the Association in the furnishing of funds to it before its formation had been approved by that Board. The Board examined into the matter and reported as its decision that the lodge "should not participate in any way with Florissant Hall Association in the furnishing of funds to be eventually used for building purposes under the charter, by-laws, proposals and agreements between Florissant Lodge No. 668 and Florissant Hall Association as they have been presented to your Board." (This decision was made after the transfer of funds mentioned above had already been made.) The decision was sent to the lodge. Because of reports I received that certain members of the lodge, particularly of those who were active in the promotion of the Hall Association, were dissatisfied with the Building Supervisory Board's decision and were determined that it should not be applicable to the Hall Association, and in the belief that for the best interests of the Craft and for the protection of the lodge I should do all within my power to remedy the situation, I notified the lodge that I would appear at its June 13, 196i, meeting to explain my ideas about it and my position with reference to it. I had told several past and present Grand Lodge Officers and the District Deputy Grand Master for the 5ith District of my plan and purpose. Several attended the meeting. At the meeting of June 13, at which I was received with utmost courtesy and respect, I reviewed the situation as I understood it in some detail. In my review I made reference to the conclusion of the Building Supervisory Board, with which I said I was in agreement and reminded those in attendance that it had been suggested that certain changes in the Articles of Association and in the By-laws of the Hall Association would cure all difficulties, but such suggestions had not met with favorable response. I did not receive their responses indicating that the contendnig parties could settle their differences voluntarily, and so I decided to do what I had prepared to do but had hoped would be unnecessary-l delivered to the lodge a written memorandum, which included the following: Upon the evidence produced to me as Grand Master I make the following ruling: The Hall Association must return any money that belongs to Florissant Lodge to Florissant Lodge. In view of the fact that I want this situation cleared up during my term as Grand Master, this is to be completed in its entirety by August 25, 1967. Thereafter I received a number of protests from members of the lodge who continued to declare that the Building Supervisory Board's approval was not required, and that my action was without justification. Nevertheless, the lodge did proceed to recover its money from the Hall Associa-

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tion. The Hall Association responded to the lodge's withdrawal notice. This, I believe puts an end to the controversy. I would not have the manner in which I acted in this matter construed as meaning that I would discourage the erection of buildings for the use by Masonic bodies, or the participation in such projects by lodges. On the contrary, I would encourage such activities. I would, however, remind the lodges that the provisions of our By-laws with reference to Building Associations are for their protection and for the protection of the Fraternity, and should be observed. Brethren, after the problems that I have had and the decisions that have been necessary to render, I am of the opinion that there are still a few little men in our Fraternity but the big men so far outnumber these little men, that it is best to forget the little ones. This action is approved as being in conformity with Section 9.070 of the Grand Lodge By-laws. PROPOSED RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION

In recognition of the contribution to and participation in Masonic Home of Missouri of the Grand Chapter of Missouri, Order of the Eastern Star, the Board of Directors of Masonic Home of Missouri is authorized and directed to cause the corporation name of Masonic Home of Missouri to be changed so as to indicate such participation. At the request of the Masonic Home Board, we recommend that action on this proposed resolution be laid over until the 1968 communication of the Grand Lodge. PROPOSED AMENDMJ<:NT OF RESOLUTION

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AS TO FUNERALS OF GRAND OFFICERS

A Masonic funeral service for any Past Grand Master or for any of the first six officers of the Grand Lodge for the time being may, at the request of persoll entitled to direct the funeral, be conducted by the Grand Lodge or by any Grand Lodge Officer or District Deputy Grand Officer designated by the Grand Master. The expenses of the conducting officer, of all Past Grand Masters and of all remaining first six Grand Lodge Officers in attendance shall be paid by the Grand Lodge. Reference to the text above and to the present resolution at page 104 of the 1958 Constitution and By-Laws is necessary to consider the effect of the proposed amendment. Our committee has carefully considered the proposed amendment of resolutions and recommend it,; adoption with addition thereto of a provision for olle Grand Chaplain in attendance so that as amended the resolution will read as follows: A Masonic funeral service for any Past Grand Master or for any of the first six officers of the Grand Lodge for the time being may, at the request of the person entitled to direct the funeral, be conducted by the Grand Lodge or by any Grand Lodge Officer or District Deputy Grand Officer designated by the Grand Master. The expenses of the conducted officer, of all Past Grand Masters and of all remaining first six Grand Lodge Officers and of olle Grand Chaplain in attendance shall be paid by the Grand Lodge. PROPOSED CORREcrION OF BY-LAWS SECTION

1.010.

TIME AND PLACE

Repeal and reenact Section to read as follows: Except when the time or place of meeting is changed by majority vote of the Grand Lodge, the annual communications are held in the City of St. Louis on the last Monday in September in each year, commencing at 10 o'clock a.m. ''''hen epidemic, catastrophe or other cause makes it impossible or inexpedient to meet

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as here provided, the Grand Master, with the consent of the Deputy Grand Master, Senior Grand Warden and Junior Grand Warden, or any two of them, may change the time or place of any annual communication. We corrected the word "and" on line I to the word "or" and corrected the word "and" after the word "time" on the last line, from "and" to "or." We recommend the adoption of this proposed amendment. PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF SECTION

10.040.

GRAND LODGE DUES.

Repeal and reenact Section to read as follows: Each lodge pays four dollars and twenty-five cents to the Grand Lodge for each Master Mason (except those whose dues have been remitted and those exempted under subsection (a) of Section 18.050) reported in the annual return. The Grand Lodge, promptly as collected, pays three dollars and twenty-five cents for each Master Mason to the Masonic Home of Missouri. At the request of the Masonic Home Board, we recommend that action on this proposed amendment be laid over to the 1968 Grand Lodge Communication. AMENDMENT OF SECTION

13.070.

CLEAR BALLOT

Repeal and reenact Section to read as follows: (a) A clear ballot is required for election for the degrees and affiliation when a dimit accompanies the petition for affiliation. (b) A two-thirds vote, by paper ballot, is required for election of an affiliate whose letter of good standing accompanies the petition for affiliation. We approve the adoption of this proposed amendment. AMENDMENT OF SECTION

14.050.

BALLOT, COLLECTIVE

Repeal and reenact Section to read as follows: The lodge may ballot on any number of petitions for the degrees collectively or for affiliation collectively in accordance with Section 13.070, as amended. If one or more black cubes appear on the ballot for degrees, then in whichever ballot the black cube appears, the petitions may be balloted on in groups of five or less, but when one or more black cubes appear in any group, then none of the preceding ballots in that group may be counted, and the petitions in that group must be balloted on separately. If, on the collective ballot for affiliation (when accompanied by a letter of good standing), a two-thirds vote is not obtained, the procedure shall apply as outlined above for degrees. We recommend the adoption of this proposed amendment adding after the numbers 13.070 in line the words "as amended." AMENDMENT OF SECTION

23.040.

MASONIC IIOME BOARD

Repeal and reenact Section to read as follows: The Board of Directors of the Masonic Home of Missouri consists of the Grand Master, the Deputy Grand Master, who is President, the Senior Grand Warden and the Junior Grand Warden, together with eight Master Masons, members in good standing of Missouri lodges, who are elected by the Grand Lodge for terms of four years, with the terms of two members expiring each year, and one female member in good standing of a Missouri chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star, elected by the Grand Chapter of Missouri, Order of the Eastern Star for a term of four years. No elective director is eligible to succeed himself and no ex officio director may be elected to the board until the annual communication following expiration of his term. Nominations of directors to be elected by the Grand Lodge are made on the first day of the annual communication, as soon after the Grand Master's address as convenient. If no more are nominated than are to be elected, the Grand Secretary

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casts the ballot for the nominees. If a greater number is nominated than the number to be elected, the Grand Secretary causes a ballot to be printed with the names of the nominees listed alphabetically. The election is held immediately following the election of the Grand Lodge officers and is by plurality vote. The director chosen by the Grand Chapter shall be elected in such manner as it may provide. The first member chosen by the Grand Chapter shall take office after the necessary amendment of the articles of incorporation of the Home has been completed, or upon her election thereafter, and shall serve until the close of the third annual communication of the Grand Chapter thereafter. The Board administers the affairs of the Home in a manner not inconsistent with policies adopted or approved by the Grand Lodge. At the request of the Masonic Home Board, we recommend that action on this proposed amendment be laid over until the 1968 communication of the Grand Lodge of Missouri.

Be It Resolved by the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Missouri, A.F. & A.M.: That the following new section of the Standing Resolutions of the Grand Lodge be adopted: Subordinate lodges may sponsor, with lodge funds, chapters of Job's Daughters or Rainbow Girls, or both, and are encouraged to undertake such sponsorship where there is no present sponsorship. Subordinate lodges which undertake, or continue the sponsorship of Job's Daughters or Rainbow Girls, shall do so subject to the regulations, if any, promulgated from time to time by the Grand Master. Such regulations, if any, shall remain in full force and effect, upon being promulgated, until changed by such Grand Master or a successor, unless sooner changcd or disapproved by the Grand Lodge. We approve the foregoing resolution as an exception to Standing Resolution entitled "Support of Extraneous Organizations," Page 106 of 1958 Constitution and By-Laws. Be It Resolved by the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Missouri, A.F. & A.M.: That Standing Resolution which appears at Page 35 of the Annotated Constitution and By-Laws, 1966 Cumulative Annual Pockct Part, be amended by adding after the words "may sponsor" on line 1 thereof, the words "with lodge funds," so that the same, as amended, shall read as follows: Subordinate lodges may sponsor, with lodge funds, chapters of the Order of DeMolay, and are encouraged to undertake such sponsorship where there is no present sponsorship. Subordinate lodges which undertake or continue the sponsorship of DeMolay Chapters shall do so subject to the regulations, if any, promulgated from time to time by the Grand Master. Such regulations, if any, shall rcmain in full force and effect, upon being promulgated, until changed by such Grand Master or a successor, unless sooner changed or disapproved by the Grand Lodge. We approve the foregoing resolution as an exception to Standing Resolution entitled "Support of Extraneous Organizations," Page 106 of 1958 Constitution and By-Laws. Be It Resolved by the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Missouri, A.F. & A.M.: That Section 5.070 with respect to the Committee on Jurisprudence should be amended in conformity with the letter and spirit of the amendment heretofore presented relative to the meeting of the Grand Lodge to begin on Monday, instead of Tuesday, so that said Section 5.070, as amended, shall read as follows: SECTION

5.070.

JURISPRUDENCE

The Committee on Jurisprudence has referred to it the decisions of the Grand Master, all propositions to amend the Constitution and By-LaWS, and other legal

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questions as directed by the Grand Master or the Grand Lodge. No amendment may be voted on by the Grand Lodge until it is referred to and reported on by the committee as to form and advisability. It meets preceding the annual communication in the city where the sessions are held and at other times as directed by the Grand Master. Each member is entitled to the usual mileage and per diem for his services while in attendance. DEWEY ROUTH. JAMES

HULL,

WILLIAM HILL, HARRY GERSHENSO"<.

Be It Resolved by the Most WorshijJful Grand Lodge of Missouri} A.F. & A.M.: That Section 5.060 with respect to the Committee on Appeals and Grievances should be amended in conformity with the letter and spirit of the amendment heretofore presented relative to the meetin~ of the Grand Lodge to begin on Monday, instead of Tuesday, so that said Section 5.060, as amended, shall read as follows: SECTION 5.060. APPEALS AND GRIEVANCES The Committee on Appeals and Grievances receives all appeals, grievances and petitions for restoration. It meets preceding the annual communication in the city where the sessions are held and at other times as directed by the Grand Master. Each member is entitled to the usual mileage and per diem for his services while in attendance. JAMES

\VII.LIAM

HULL}

HILL,

HARRY GERSHENSON. DEWEY ROUTH.

Be It Resolved by the Most WorshiNul Grand Lodge of Missouri} A.F. 6' A.M.: That Section 5.020 with respect to the Committee on Credentials should be amended in conformity with the letler and spirit of the amendment heretofore presented relative to the meeting of the Grand Lodge to begin on Monday, instead of Tuesday, so that said Section 5.020, as amended, shall read a<; follows: SECTION

5.020.

CREDENTIALS

The Committee on Credentials examines and tabulates the credentials of representatives, and does all other things incident thereto. It meets preceding the annual communication in the city where the sessions are held. JAMES P. HULL, WILLIAM J. HIl.L, HARRY GERSlIENSON, DEWEY ROUTH.

Be It Resolved by the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Missouri, A.F. 6' A.M.: That authority is hereby granted to Odom Lodge No. 671, A.F. & A.M., when duly and legally chartered by the Grand Lodge, to acquire and receive from said Grand Lodge all of its right, title, interest and estate in and to a written lease recorded in book 67, at page 91, in the Office of Recorder of Deeds of New Madrid County, Missouri, And be it further resolved that the Grand Lodge shall deliver to said Odom Lodge No. 671, A.l'. & A.M., when legally and duly chartered the sum of $3,801.41, in cash, being the cash received by the said Grand Lodge at the time of the surrender of the charter of said Portageville Lodge No. 166, A.F. & A.M., And be it further resolved that said Grand Lodge is hereby authorized and

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directed to transfer, assign, and deliver unto said Odom Lodge No. 671, A.F. & A.M., when legally and duly chartered, all other property, real or personal, which it may have acquired or received by reason of the surrender of the charter of the said Portageville Lodge 166, A.F. & A.M., And be it further resolved that said sum of $3,801.41, above mentioned, may be used by said Odom Lodge 671, A.F. & A.M., for its general purposes, And be it further resolved that the Grand Master and Grand Secretary are hereby empowered and directed to do any and all things necessary to carry out and effectuate the foregoing resolutions. A. BASEY VANLANDINGHA:\f, ELVIS A. MOONEY, THOMAS J. DAVIS, JR., \V ALTERWALKER, \,VILLlA:\路[ R. DENSLOW.

Be It Resolved by the Most Worshipful Gmnd Lodge of Ancient Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri: That representatives at Washington meetings as set forth at Page 105 of the 1958 By-Laws as amended, or the 1966 Annotation at Page 35, relative to representatives at Washington meetings, be amended by striking therefrom the words "The Grand Lecturer was added to the list of au thorized representatives with expenses paid," so that the said section at Page 105 of the 1958 By-Laws as amended shall read as follows: "The only representatives of the Grand Lodge at the Grand Master's Conference and at the meetings of the George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association shall be the Grand Master, Deputy Grand Master and the Grand Secretary; their expenses in attendance are to be paid by the Grand Lodge." RUSSELL E. MURRAY, J. EDWARD McILVAINF, ARTHUR E. BUSH, OLIVER L. LUFT, ROBERT L. ARONSON.

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON RECOGNITION OF FOREIGN GRAND LODGES

R.W. Bro. William R. Denslow presented the report of the Committee on Recognition of Foreign Grand Lodges, and moved that it be received. Motion seconded and carried, and report is as follows: To the Most Worshipful/ Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M., State of Missouri: BRETHREN: Your committee reports that during the past year no new foreign grand lodges have been recognized, nor has recognition been withdrawn from any j urisdictioll. The Grand Lodge of Missouri has been honored by the appointment of your chairman last February to the six-member Commission on Foreign Recognition of the Conference of Grand Masters of Masons in North America. Fraternally submitted, WILLIAM R. DENSLOW, Chainnan, ELMER W. WAGNER, JOHN BLACK VROOMAN, ROBERT L. ARONSON, BRUCE H. HUNT.

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REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON MASONIC TEMPLE ASSOCIATION OF ST. LOUIS

R.W. Bro. Alfred M. Frager presented the report of the Committee on Masonic Temple Association of St. Louis, and moved that it be received. Motion seconded and carried, and report is as follows: To the Most WorshiPful Grand Lodge, A.F. 6' A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: Your Special Grand Lodge Committtee for The Masonic Temple Association of St. Louis respectfully offers the following report: . The New Masonic Temple is a stone's throw from where you are presently sitting. It is a landmark of the city of St. Louis as well as of the State of Missouri and is the home of the Grand Lodge of Masons of Missouri. The magnificence of this edifice drew its inspiration from the Parthenon on the Acropolis in Athens and one can best appreciate its beauty by viewing The Temple from a distance as it rises majestically in the heavens. It is truly a fitting symbol of Freemasonry which deeply impresses those who pass by and view The Temple, especially the ones who observe the Latin inscription upon its brow which translated reads: "To the Glory of the Great Architect of the World and the Brotherhood of Men." Dedicated in 1926 The New Masonic Temple has for over 40 years housed Masonic furniture and fixtures that enables it to serve, not only the lodges and related Masonic bodies that meet regularly in The Temple, but as a beacon light it resembles charismatic qualities and stands out as a recognized pillar and monument ot Fremasonry and thus serves all Freemasons throughout all of Missouri. Let us take a brief look at this Temple. How is it governed? How supported? Its history and its future! The New Masonic Temple of St. Louis is governed by a Board of Trustees. The Board is composed of representatives appointed by the various Bodies meeting in The Masonic Temple. Each Body has one representative on the Board including a representative of the Grand Lodge of Masons of Missouri. The Board elects its officers annually and is presided over by its president. Serving in this capacity ably, competently and with sincerity of purpose is Bro. Robert D. Kerr. Brother Kerr has filled the office of president since 1964 at which time he succeeded his predecessor, M.W. Bro. Robert L. Aronson who had served as president prudently and most capably for four years. Meeting regularly in The New Masonic Temple are the following Bodies: a. b. c. d. e.

Seventeen Masonic lodges with a total membership of 5,430 Three Royal Arch chapters with a total membership of 509 One Royal and Select Masters council with a membership of 364 Three commanderies with a total membership of 1,531 Twenty-one Order of Eastern Star chapters with a total membership of 3,812

Offices are maintained in The Masonic Temple by the Grand Lodge of Masons of Missouri, the Grand Chapter, Order of Eastern Star and the High 12 International. Erected at a cost of more than $3,000,000 over four decades ago, The New Masonic Temple could hardly be duplicated today for less than two or three times this sum. Thus The Temple, to borrow words from the poet John Keats is not only "A thing of beauty and a joy forever" but it also represents a very substantial and meaningful financial investment in Freemasonry. Grandiose though it is, yet The Temple has limited financial support and like many others in our present rsing economy has serious financial problems. Its funds are carefully administered. Its expense of operation is closely guarded.

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For the fiscal year ending June 30, 1967 The Masonic Temple, by the exercise of the most prudent direction, had an excess of income receipts over expense disbursements of $2,799.00. In great measure, within the framework of its income, The Temple is, and has been, judiciously and circumspectly maintained and operated. Necessarily therefore, only the most vital and necessary repairs, refurbishing, replacement, etc., are programmed and accomplished. By its very size and beauty The Temple represents and reflects the grandeur of Freemasonry in Missouri and is known to the general public as "The" Masonic Temple. The history of The Temple is truly majestic. Will its future be as bright? To conclude this report of your Grand Lodge Committee for The Masonic Temple Association of St. Louis, it is appropriate to reiterate the message engraved upon The Masonic Temple. These are words of true inspiration which find their way into the hearts of men and redound to the splendor of Freemasonry. Its clarion call reads: "To the Glory of the Great Architect of the World and the Brotherhood of Men." Respectfully submitted, ALFRED M. FRAGER, Chairman, BARNEY L. ARTERBURY, THOMAS

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REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON MASONIC BOARDS OF RELIEF

R.vV. Bro. Elvin K. Luff presented the report of the Masonic Boards of Relief, and recommended its adoption. Motion seconded and carried, and report is as follows: To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: BRETI-IRF.N: Since our last Annual Communication, the lodges of Kirksville voted to discontinue the operation of the Board of Relief in that city. No reports were received from the Boards at Joplin or Sedalia. Both Hannibal and Independence reported no activity. None of the reporting Boards show relief given to "Transient Brethren found worthy," the service for which the Boards of Relief were originally organized. Commendable services, however, were reported by the Boards of S1. Joseph, Springfield and S1. Louis and St. Louis County. None of these made assessments this past year and with the cash balances and bond holdings reported, all can pay their usual operating expenses for several years without calling on the lodges. Because of complaints from some S1. Louis Brethren on the operation of the Board of Relief and also the Masonic Employment Bureau here, this Committee has given special consideration to these reports. Pertinent facts in these reports have been brought to the attention of the Grand Lodge for several years in the report of the Committee on Boards of Relief. This committee recognizes the fact that the St. Louis Board of Relief is giving a fine service and with little expense to the lodges. The Brethren should study the complete report and undoubtedly wiII want to continue that good operation. The operation of the Masonic Employment Bureau has been costly to the lodges in St. Louis and 51. Louis County. A total of $11,064.80 was received this past year through assessments. Just 486 applications for employment were received and only 126 applicants were placed in jobs. The cost for this service was approximately $90.00 per job, with a total of $11,364.57. This committee is of the opinion that if the lodges in St. Louis and 51. Louis County want this service and are willing to pay for it, the Grand Lodge should

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not object. However, if they want to discontinue the operation, they can exercise the rights provided in Section 23.020 of the Annotated Constitution and By-Laws. It is the intention of the Committee to do no more than point out the facts here-in stated, and leave further action to those affected. Complete reports of the Boards showing activity are printed as a part of this report. Respectfully submitted, ELVIN K. LUFF, Chairman, ELVIS R. POFF, VVARREN F. DRESCHER, WILLIAM NALL.

St. Joseph

I herewith submit the Annual Report of St. Joseph Masonic Board of Relief for the year ending August 31, 1967. Since our last report the Board has arranged Masonic funerals and had Board of Relief correspondence, as follows: September 1, 1966-Correspondence with Ravenwood Lodge No. 201, A.F. &: A.M., Ravenwood, Missouri, regarding hospitalization of their member in St. Joseph. Made visit and sent flowers in their name. December 9, 1966-Bro. Isadore Berger, late member of S1. Joseph Lodge No. 78, A.F. &: A.M., this city, passed away in Los Angeles, California. Arrangements made with Los Angeles Board of Relief for Masonic service and emblem. January 16, 1967-Bro. Lester P. Shannon, late member of King Hill Lodge No. 376, A.F. &: A.M., St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away in Washington, D. C.-body to Shennan, Texas. for burial. Arranged for Masonic service and emblem. February 27, I 967-Bro. Cecil E. Manning, late member of Pattonsburg Lodge No. 65, A.F. &: A.M., Pattonsburg, Missouri, passed away in St. Joseph. Arranged for Masonic service, which was conducted by Charity Lodge No. 331, A.F. & A.M., our city. June I, I 967-Bro. Henry L. DeWitt, late member of Prairie Lodge No. 556, Gilman City, Missouri, passed away at Lawndale, California. Masonic service, by Lawndale Lodge No. 753, F. &: A.M. The Annual Meeting of the Board was held January 12, 1967 at which time the following Officers were elected: Hershel Levin (189), President; V. E. Donaldson (508), Vice President; L. C. Seaman (189), Treasurer; and Paul Priestley (78), Secretary. The members of the Board for 1967 are: St. Joseph No. 78, Paul Priestley; Zeredatha No. 189, L. C. Seaman, Alternate Hershel Levin; Brotherhood No. 269, Fred E. Carr, Alternate Glenn Swails; Charity No. 331, Orestes Mitchell, Alternate Orwin O. Anderson; King Hill No. 376, Clyde Miles, Alternate Lawrence Albright; and Saxton No. 508, L. A. Donaldson, Alternate V. E. Donaldson. The Board has had a number of requests for information as to location of lodges and requests for Masonic courtesies, all of which were complied with. Request for financial assistance was of minor nature. The Board continues its efforts to publicize lost dues receipt cards thm the Bulletin of the Masonic Relief Association of United States and Canada. Our bank balance as of August 3 I, 1967 is, as follows: Balance on hand August 31, 1966 Receipts: Interest Reimbursements

$811.88 $30.81 15.65

46.46 $858.34

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Disbursements: Miscellaneous Operating Expense

106.63 $751.71

Balance August 31, 1967 Respectfully submitted,

PAUL PRIESTLEY,

Secretary. SjJring{1eld During the past year the Springfield Masonic Board of Relief received 13 calls for Masonic graveside services. No requests of a financial nature have been received. Cash balance in Citizens Bank: $479.43. Held in reserve $500 savings bond. Fraternally yours, W. E. FIELDER, Secretary. St. Louis and St. Louis County To the Most WorshiPful Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: Five years ago we were fortunate enough, with the help of the Masonic Temple Board and the Grand Secretary's office, to make the Masonic Temple this Board's official place of business. It has worked out very good. Everybody has gained by the move to the central location of the Temple. The delegates and board officers, with one exception, have contributed all their time, spent in the interest of this Board, without compensation. A big "Thank You" is very much in orderI Additional sick-room equipment, to cover the increased needs, has been boug路ht. The free, temporary loan of this equipment has saved members of our lodges thousands of dollars in rental fees during everyone of the five past years and is one practical way of demonstrating brotherly love. The activities and financial reports are enclosed on separate sheets. Lodge delegates held 12 meetings during the year, on the first Saturday of each month. Elected officel's handled most of the cases coming before the Board with the previous or delayed approval of the delegates. A harmonious year of service to our great Fraternity. Fraternally yours, WILLI W. 'VAHUNUNC,

President. MASONIC BOARD OF RELIEF, ACTIVITIES FROM JULY

I, 1966

TO JUNE

30, 1967

No. of Cases Relief: Monetary Non-monetary Not gran ted . Hospital visits, made by members of this Board, to Brothers outside of St. Louis jurisdiction. Sick-Room EqUipment: Loaned . Returned Unable to comply Funerals: Arranged with St. Louis lodges

Sub-total

3 5 10

28 16

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Arranged with State of Missouri lodges Arranged with lodges of other states Flowers only-no funeral service Requested but not complied with Application to Masonic Home: State of Missouri Other states . Inquiries: Re: Masonic Home Of various nature . Investigations: For St. Louis lodges For out of town lodges Dues Cards: Lost and reported to National Relief Association Blood Donation: Supplied Unable to comply Pall bearers: Requests complied with Funerals attended by members of board ..

. . . .

5 13 4 7

2 4

. .

0 3

0 4

2 II

Total

168

MASONIC BOARD OF RELIEF, STATEMENT OF RECEIPTS AND DISRURSEMENTS FROM JULY

1, 1966

TO JUNE

30, 1967 $13,617.55

Balance July 1, 1966 Receipts: Lodge Assessments U. S. Bond Redeemed (Cost) Interest on U. S. Bonds Interest on Certificates of Deposit Refund Hospital Equipment ..

$750.00 267.40 350.00 12.37

1,379.77 $15,027.32

Disbursements: Relief Sick-room Equipment and Repairs Telephone and Telegrams Postage Printing .... Safe Deposit Box Surety Bond, 3 years U. S. Bond Redeemed (Cost) Salary, Secretary . Social Security, Secretary .

. 652.87 261.84 32.40 74.28 4.50 27.00 750.00 749.04 47.72

2,599.65 $12,427.67

RECAPITULATION

Balance Checking Acct. 6/30/67 U. S. Bonds (Cost) Certificates of Deposit (Cost)

. .

927.67 4,500.00 7,000.00

$12,427.67

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Masonic Employment Bureau To the Most WorshiPful Grand Lodge) A.F. & A.M. State of Missouri: The Masonic Employment Bureau of St. Louis and St. Louis County herewith presents the following report of its activities for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1967. This has been another splendid year for employment opportunities through this office. There were over 1,100 job orders received in the Bureau office from July I, 1966 to June 30, 1967. However, for the same period of time there were only 486 applications received for employment. One reason for this, of course, is our nation experiencing the highest rate of employment in the history of our country. St. Louis being no less. fortunate, there just were not enough qualified applicants to fill the positions we received. We did, however, place some 126 people in good paying jobs. Many were placed in positions paying well over $5,000 per year and a few placements paying as much as $12,000 per year. We were also able to assist many of our young boys and girls in seeking summer employment. Consequently, with employment in full bloom as never before we were not able to obtain the quality of applicants demanded by OUr employer clientele. In this connection it was stated by one of our Lodge Representatives in a Bureau meeting held recently: "That the Employment Bureau is similar to a Fire Station House, when you pass by, it might appear as though they are not doing very much, but we know that one day there will be a fire and when this does happen they will be ready to put it out." And so it is with the Employment Bureau. This office is completing its 72nd year in this work and has long since proved that it is Freemasonry's Most Practical Agency. Sincerely and fraternally, CHARLES

SUITER,

President. Balance in Bank, July 1, 1966 Cash received (per capita tax) Cash transferred from Investment to regular fund. . . . Rebate from Workman's Compo Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . .

434.42 11,064.80 4,500.00 3.00

$16,002.22 Disbursemen ts: $

Office Rent Telephone Service Salaries ..... Printing, Postage and Supplies Directors Expense Insurance Organizations Social Security Tax Miscellaneous Refreshments

934.00 617.59 8,580.00 208.99 100.00 190.00 75.00 369.48 245.91 43.52

Investment Purchased

$11,364.57 4,000.00

Total

$15,364.57 $15,364.57

Balance in Bank (Regular fund) June 30, 1967

637.65

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Investments: One U. S. Bond K-169175K One U. S. Bond H-10177 One U. S. Bond F-2746 Roosevelt Federal Savings & Loan . Washington Federal Savings & Loan

. . .

500.00 500.00 500.00 1,464.18 4,292.58 $7,256.58 7,256.58

Total Cash and Investment as of -June 30, 1967

$ 7,894.23

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON MASONIC EDUCATION

W. Bro. Lewis C. (Wes) Cook, chairman, presented the report of the Committee on Masonic Education and moved its adoption. Motion seconded and carried, and report is as follows: To the Grand Lodge of Ancient} Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri: BRETHREN: A unique and comprehensive program of Masonic information is now in hand and ready for distribution and use by all of our lodges. It is called, "A Lodge System of Masonic Education." It was designed primarily for the candidate from the time he enters the lodge "On The Threshold" until he completes the degree of "Master Mason," but its value can be multiplied many times over if used infrequently on a programmed basis within the lodge. "A Lodge System of Masonic Education" offers you the opportunity of exposing your candidates and many of your older members to mOre CORRECT Masonic information in four meetings than most of us would receive in a lifetime when left to our own devices. The Committee has only one regret: the program is, in effect, a year late in getting off the ground. It was to have been introduced within a few weeks following' Grand Lodge last year. The blame for its failure to materialize as announced lies entirely on my shoulders. I regret the delay, but the Committee joins with me in stating that we are convinced you will find your patience and interest well rewarded. The purpose of "The Lodge System of Masonic Education" is to see that every candidate for the degrees and every interested Mason is properly instructed in the fundamental history, purpose, operation, symbolism, law, philosophy, obligations, ideals, customs and traditions of the fraternity. It has no connection with instruction in the ritual or proficiency lectures, except to enhance the beauty and meaning of the ritualistic work. This program is to be admiuistered and staffed by your lodge. The initial materials are furnished by the Grand Lodge Committee on Masonic Education. The Master of your lodge is expected to annually appoint a committee of three to five members with one member designated as chairman. This Committee will then become thoroughly acquainted with the series of questions and answers contained in the hooklet, "A Lodge System of Masonic Education." The chairman will select those members who will pose the questions and those that will return the answers. They are not required to memorize these questions and answers, but are expected to be able to read them aloud in an interesting and intelligent manner. The Committee will meet with the candidate or candidates four times, once before he receives the degree of Entered Apprentice and again after each degree. The candidate need only listen. At the conclusion of each meeting, the Committee will present him with the appropriate Candidate's booklet. On The Threshold, The Entered Apprentice, The Fellow Craft, The Master Mason, and encourage him to read the booklet at his leisllre to review some of the material presented in the question and allswer series.

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The results guarantee themselves if the method of presentation outlined is used consistently and if the Master has selected his committee wisely. The program will be demonstrated at a meeting of District Deputy Grand Masters within a few weeks. 'rhey will in turn deliver "The Lodge System of Masonic Education" booklets to each lodge and answer any questions you may have in regard to the program. We sincerely believe that if thL" program is properly utilized, it will generate interest, enthusiasm and participation. It can make every Missouri Mason a well informed ~lason. These 12 months past also have seen the subscription list of The Freemason magazine, the official publication of the Grand Lodge, climb to well above 19,000 under the able and devoted attention of the editor, W. Bro. John Black Vrooman. The magazine, not unlike your hometown paper, is frequently criticized for carrying too much news from one area and not enough from another. Balance is always difficult to achieve, but the basic fault lies with those lodges and districts which fail to inform the editor of their special programs or unusual events that might be of general interest. One editor or reporter can not cover the state. The magazine must depend upon you to inform it of anything of news value occurring in your lodge, area or district. If your lodge or district prints a news letter, bulletin, or newspaper, we encourage you to send a copy to John Black Vrooman. It can provide him valuable assistance. Other activities of the Committee on Masonic Education have included the rewriting of a pamphlet containing information and suggestions for members of Committees of Investigation. These pamphlets are available through the Grand Secretary's office and should be placed in the hands of every member of every committee of investigation assigned by your lodge. They are designed to help all of us "Guard well the West Gate." The Committee also continues its active support of the Midwest Conference on Masonic Education. This conference includes representatives of the Grand Lodges of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, North and South Dakota, Ohio and Wisconsin. \Ve are indebted to many brethren of these jurisdictions for sharing with us the education programs they have developed. They provided assistance and encouragement as this Committee sought to develop a useful and comprehensive program and to each of them we express our heartfelt thanks. The 17th annual conference was held last October 13-15 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin R.W. Bro. John T. Suesens, and R.W. Bros. Robert H. Arnold, Vrooman and Wes Cook represented Missouri. Each had a part in the conference proceedings. The 18th annual conference will be held this October 12-11 in Indianapolis, Indiana, and Missouri again will be represented. Bro. Cook will serve as president of the conference and R.W. Bro. William H. Chapman will conduct one of the principal workshops. The Committee again wishes to acknowledge the many services and courtesies extended by the Grand Secretary, R.W. Bro. Eitner W. Wagner and his fine staff. Finally, to M.W. Brother Murray, D.G.M. William R. Denslow and to each of the officers of Grand Lodge, the Committee gratefully acknowledges their infinite patience, cooperation, encouragement and support. Fraternally submitted, FRANK P. BRIGGS, JOHN T. SUESENS, O. WES KONERING, ROBERT H. ARNOLD, HAROLD

O. GRAm:L, (WES) COOK, Chairman.

LEWIS C.

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MOTION

R.W. Bro. Ben Morris Ridpath, Grand Chaplain, presented a motion relative to M.W. Bro. Harry S Truman, Past Grand Master, in the following words, and the Grand Secretary was instructed to send a telegram as follows: St. Louis, Mo. September 26, 1967 Hon. Harry S Truman Independence, Missouri The Grand Lodge of Missouri, A.F. & A.M., in session at St. Louis, Missouri, with Most Worshipful Grand Master Russell E. Murray presiding, unanimously and enthusiastically voted this morning to send to you and Mrs. Truman this sincere expression of our deep affection, high esteem and warm good wishes. We are most proud to hail you, Sir, as a great president, a noble American and our most distinguished living Freemason. May God's care and richest blessing attend you and yours through all time to come. Fraternally yours, ELMER W . WAGNER, Grand Secretary.

REPORT OF THE COMMITIEE ON APPEALS AND GRIEVANCES

R.W. Bro. Herbert C. Hoffman, chairman, presented the report of the Committee on Appeals and Grievances, and moved its adoption. Motion seconded and carried, and report is as follows: To the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missowri: BRETHREN: Your Committee reports the following matters presented and considered with recommendations by your Committee as follows: Petitions for restoration to good standing have been presented by the following: Willis R. Faries, Route 2, Steele, Missouri Joseph Bailey Rutledge, 1204 Yorkshire Drive, Memphis, Tennessee Albert Mincy, 4250 Otto Street, Flint, Michigan Cletis L. Dacus, 416 W. 9th Street, Portageville, Missouri All stood suspended for non-payment of dues at the date Portageville Lodge No. 166, A.F. & A.M., surrendered its charter on March 5, 1964, and each has tendered payment of the appropriate amount of dues and petitions for reinstatement. Your Committee recommends that each of these petitioners be restored to good standing and that the Grand Secretary be authorized to issue each a Certificate of Good Standing as provided by Section 7.250 of the 1958 Constitution and By-laws. The 1966 report of the Jurisprudence Committee refers to a matter of Appeal of Westport Lodge No. 340, A.F. & A.M., versus R'obert H. Reid, and recommended that the file in this case be referred to this Committee for its consideration. In the files of the Grand Secretary is a purported Notice of Appeal which fails to comply with the Trial Code, Article 31.030, for there is no statement of the ground of the Appeal therein or attached thereto. The purported appellant has not filed therewith any certificate of service of the notice as required. An Appeal is taken by serving this notice stating the grounds of appeal and presenting proof by a certificate of such service to the Secretary. These steps to preserve an appeal are mandatory. They were not timely taken. In view of the purported appellant's failure to take proper and timely steps to perfect his Appeal, there is no Appeal taken in this matter which the Grand Sec-

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retary can refer to this Committee under Section 31.040 of the Trial Code. Therefore, your Committee has no authority to consider an appeal of such trial. To the end that the record be cleared, your Committee recommendss that the Grand Secretary be authorized, upon the adoption of this report, to notify Westport Lodge No. 340, A.F. & A.M., and the purported appellant, Robert H. Reid, that the judgment of the Trial Commission in said lodge is not subject to rcview by this Committee, being now a final judgment. Respectfully submitted, HERBERT C. HOFFMAN, Chairman, J. E. BLINN, LLOYD A. CLEAVELAND, ERWIN A. HAMANN. REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

W. Bro. Harry C. Avery, chainnan, presented the report of the Special Committee on Public Schools, and moved it be received. Motion seconded and carried, and report is as follows: This special Committee, known as The Public School Committee of the Grand Lodge, was first appointed by Most Worshipful Grand Master A. Basey Vanlandingham. It was creatcd pursuant to the Resolution adopted in 1920 by the Grand Lodge, entitled "The Free Public School System." Most Worshipful Grand Master Murray reappointed it. Your Chairman. and other members of the Committee devoted a lot of time this past winter and spring in appearing before various legislative committees on behalf of the public school system. They opposed various schemes and attempts to divert public school tax funds to sectarian uses. Your Committee reports there is a vigorous and concerted campaign on to secure public tax funds for sectarian purposes. Much political activity has been directed to elect members of the Legislature who are favorable to the use of public tax funds for sectarian purpose. This type of campaign is on a national scale and is going on in various states of the Union. All of this is in conflict with and opposed to the purpose of the aforementioncd Resolution of this Grand Lodge, entitled "The Free Public School System (Resolution No. 1920-187)." This Comm'ittee recommends that the members of the Masonic Fraternity in Missouri interest themselves in this matter and become active in the effort to preserve the American form of constitutional government and the free public school system so necessary for enlightenment and to maintain individual freedom and liberty, all of which lies at the very foundation of Freemasonry. All Freemasons, as well as every freedom-loving citizen of Missouri, owe immediate Past Grand Master Senator A. Basey Vanlandingham. a great debt of gratitude for his courage and patriotism in defeating bills providing aid for sectarian purposes in the Legislature. Senator Vanlandingham, in the face of much pressure and criticism, had the courage and patriotism to support our Constitution and the ideals of Freemasonry. Your Committee submits for your information and interest a program of the Grand Lodge of California. That Grand Lodge supports and maintains Masonic clubs at some of the Universities in California for the benefit and welfare of the students, both male and female. These clubs provide many facilities for the students such as typewriters and office machines to help them with their studies, study rooms, magazines, refreshments, some indoor sports, television and radio. They provide a decent and supervised place for students to make social contact and get acquainted with other students in a wholesome atmosphere. Not only do they provide a fertile ground for members of the Masonic Fraternity but they also add

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lustre to the public image of Freemasonry. Bro. Russell Stumpf of the Masonic Education Bureau can supply those interested with more information. Respectfully submitted, HARRY C. AVERY, Chairman. REPORT OF THE WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE

R.W. Bro. Oliver L. Lult, chairman, presented the report of the Ways and Means Committee, and moved its adoption. Motion seconded and carried, and report is as follows: To the Most Wonhipful Grand Lodge, A .F. & A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: By order of the Grand Master, the 'Vays and Means Committee met August 18, 1967 and again on September 24, 1967, in the Grand Secretary's Office to conduct a thorough analysis of the annual budget. In attendance at the meeting were the members of the Ways and Means Committee, the Deputy Grand Master, Grand Treasurer, and Grand Secretary. A tentative budget to cover the period from July I, 1968, to the close of the Annual Communication of 1968 is hereby submitted to be for the same items and in the same amounts proportionately as the budget for the fiscal year of 1968-1969. The disbursements for the past year were reviewed and the budget items that were exceeded, are as follows:

Acct. No. 23 24 41 43-a 43-d 47 48 55

Conferences of Grand Lodge Officers . Conferences of DDGM and DDGL . Employees Tax Expense Printing, Postage, Stationery Office Supplies Dues Receipt Cards . 50-Year Veterans Buttons .. Committee on Mileage and Per Diem

$ 390.08

. .

363.95 114.68 157.42 8.84 80.50 80.00 1,756.36

These items in excess of the budgeted amounts were approved by the Committee and Grand Lodge Officers. . You will note that the overall expenditures were $7,811.99 under the amount budgeted. The following budget is presented for your consideration: GRAND LODGE BUDGET 1967-1968 RECEIPTS

Per Capita Tax (Gross) . Masonic Home-Initiation Fees Geo. 'Vashington Masonic Nat'I. Assn. Fees Sub Total . Less Transferred to: Masonic Home-Per Capita Tax Masonic Home-Initiation Fees Geo. Washington Masonic Nat'I. Mem. Assn. Grand Lodge Per Capita Revenue

1966-67 Actual $370,793.87 28,430.00 2,843.00

1967-68 Budget $366,321.98 28,050.00 2,805.00

$402,066.87

$397,176.98

257,006.41 28,440.00 2,860.00

253,939.78 28,060.00 2,806.00

$113,760.46

$1l2,371.20

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Plus Interest Permanent and General Fund. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Total Current Revenue Plus: Refunds and Miscellaneous Sale of Manuals Dues Receipt Cards Sale of Grand Lodge Forms and Books

20,707.03

13,500.00

$134,467.49 $125,871.20 . . . .

346.17 1,853.35 2,119.93 760.70

300.00 1,800.00 2,100.00 700.00

Gross Receipts available for Operation of Grand Lodge .. $139,547.64 $130,771.20 Because of the decrease in income and the advancing costs of operation, a number of adjustments had to be made in the budgeted amounts to several accounts. The Committee have with reluctance, reduced the amount budgeted to account No.6 for the Masonic Service Association Hospital Visitation Funds from $5,000 to $3,000 for the year 1967-1968. We recommend that if and should there be surplus in this budget at the end of the fiscal year, account No. 6 should be restored to the original amount of $5,000 before the surplus is transferred to the general fund. DISBURSEMENTS

1966-1967

Actual July 1,1966 1967路1968 to June 30, 1967 Budget

Acct. No.

BY DIRECT APPROPRIATION OF GRAND LODGE

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.

Salary-Grand Secretary Salary-Grand Lecturer Salary-Grand Treasurer Honorarium . Masonic Service Assn. Per Capita Masonic Service Assn. Hos. Vist. Funds Masonic Temple Assn. of St. Louis Missouri Lodge of Research Committee on Recog. of Foreign Lodges

. $ 10,000.00 $ 10,000.00 8,400.00 8,400.00 500.00 500.00 .

. . . . . .

2,172.18 3,000.00 3,600.00 1,000.00 100.00

2,200.00 3,000.00 3,600.00

. . . . . . . .

5,250.00 4,468.28 459.66 1,590.08 2,613.95 1,655.50 200.00 1,758.56 6,791.59

5,400.00 4,800.00 1,500.00 1,500.00 2,500.00 1,700.00 200.00 2,000.00 7,500.00 1,200.00

13,020.00 1,214.68 646.00

13,800.00 1,300.00 700.00

3,657.42

4,000.00

100.00

BY REQUISITION OF GRAND MASTER

20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29.

Expenses-Grand Master Expenses-Grand Lecturer Expenses-G.L.O. & Comm.'s (OGM) Conferences of G.L. Officers Conferences of DDGM and DDGL Washington Meetings Auditing .,. . Grand Master's Contingent Fund Expenses of Grand Lodge Session Sesquicentennial Committee

40. 41. 42. 43.

Salaries-Grand Lodge Office Employees Tax Expense Insurance Operation of Grand Lodge Office (a) Printing, Postage, Stationery

. .

BY REQUISITION OF GRAND SECRETARY

. .

158

44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49.

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1,028.58 326.43 308.84 170.10 347.75 802.06 3,440.20 2,080.50 2,280.00 4,810.43

(b) Telephone and Telegraph .. (c) Office Equipment . . . (d) Office Supplies .. . (e) Incidental Office Expenses Incidental Trav. and Exp., Grand Secretary Grand Master's Regalia . Masonic Manuals .... Dues Receipt Cards 50-Year Veterans Buttons Printing Proceedings

1,200.00 1,000.00 300.00 500.00 500.00 175.00 2,100.00 5,000.00

BY REQUISITION OF:

50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56.

Committee Committee Committee Committee Committee Committee Committee

on on on on on on on

Correspondence Masonic Education Ritual Relief and Charity . By-laws (Pocket Part) Mileage and Per Diem . Forms and Ceremonies (Spec. Appro.)

750.00 9,311.60 565.68 2,000.00 561.58 26,756.36

750.00 11,000.00 600.00 3,000.00 600.00 28,000.00 1,700.00

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$127,938.01

$132,325.00

Be It Resolved, That the Grand Lodge appropriate $1,553.80 from the General Fund to cover the difference between the amount budgeted for Grand Lodge expenses and the annual anticipated income. OLIVER LUFT, Chairman, \VILLIAM A. RAGLEY, WALTER FRANK

BAIRD,

K. RoY, JR.

LODGES UNDER DISPENSATION

M.W. BROTHER DICKINSON: Most Worshipful Grand Master and Brethren: A matter has been called to my attention which might be of considerable importance to some of our Brethren, who might otherwise thereby be seriously inconvenienced. Let me say that I know nothing of the facts in the situation other than what has been stated here in Grand Lodge. We have one lodge under dispensation, Odom Lodge U.D. at Portageville. It has made its reports as required by Section 11.120 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws to the Grand Secretary, but we do not have, as I am informed, Mpst Worshipful, the Committee on Lodges U.D. present here to make a report. Is that correct? THE GRAND MASTER: Most 't\Torshipful Sir, I am trying to get down to a certain point 'where I can make a report on this, because I have made it Grand Lodge business in this situation. M.W. BROTHER DICKINSON: I wanted to call your attention to the fact. THE GRAND MASTER: We are going to make a report; we are investigating. The Committe on Lodges Under Dispensation is not here to make a report, so of course that is Grand Lodge business and we should have a report on it. M.W. BROTHER DICKINSON: I think your position is well taken. That is exactly what I wanted.

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THE GRAND MASTER: We have a recommendation ready-which I myself will personally make. M.W. BROTHER DICKINSON: Thank you. REMARKS OF GRAND MASTER RELATING TO ODOM LODGE U.D.

THE GRAND MASTER: Brethren, at this time I will say I had not informed M.W. Brother Dickinson of my plan. I am going to ask the Deputy Grand Master, who is going to be Grand Master in a few moments, to sit over here, and I am going to tell you what my opinion about this is, and what we have done on this Odom Lodge, if I may. Brethren, as you know, this has been a question for some time. The brethren at Portageville applied for a dispensation for the last two or three years. It was turned down each year until this year, and this year it was granted after I appointed a special committee of three District Deputies in the surrounding area down there and they came back with a report that the dispensation should be granted. Dispensation was granted. To say that I was happy with the situation when I went down there and set them to work would be incorrect; I wasn't; but nevertheless we did set them to work and they did make a report, as M.W. Brother Dickinson informed us, after we had written to them a couple of times, the Grand Secretary did, and finding no fault with them. These are things that happen. We have considered this situation, I have considered it, and the Grand Lodge officers have considered it. I have appointed two of our Grand Lodge officers from that area to come back and report. I have discussed it with our incoming Grand Master and our Grand Senior Warden and our Grand Junior Warden and the other officers. I guess, as long as we cannot have a report from this Committee, would it be in order for me as Grand Master to step down and make a motion? Would that be all right, Brother Dickinson? M.W. BROTHER DICKINSON: Yes. THE GRAND MASTER: I will make such a motion. This is the feeling of all the Grand Lodge officers I have talked to. I talked with the elective Grand Lodge officers at least and some of the others. Of course, we have three choices: Either grant the charter, continue dispensation, or withdraw the dispensation. I am going to make a motion to this Grand Lodge at this time that we continue this dispensation for another year or until the present Grand Master sees fit to bring it up on the floor at the next Grand Lodge session. Motion seconded. M.W. BROTHER ARONSON: Most Worshipful Grand Master, I was going to observe that perhaps what our record should show is that this statement of the Grand Master be accepted in lieu of the report of the Committee on Lodges U.D.; that we treat the discussions and conclusions of the Grand Lodge officers as being the action of a temporary committee on Lodges U.D. and that we accept their recommendation as the report of a substitute committee, because they actually acted as such and the other committee is not here, and that we take the advice of the officers, no matter what you call it. I think that is a better way to describe it, if you don't mind. THE GRAND MASTER: It is all right with me.

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Thereupon The Deputy Grand Master stated the motion which was seconded and carried. REPORT OF THE BUILDING SUPERVISORY BOARD

R.W. Bro. Roy W. McGhee, chairman, presented the report of the Building Supervisory Board and moved its adoption. The Grand Master then stated: "Brethren, I particularly want to commend this committee because I don't think anyone knows how busy R.W. Brother McGhee has been on this committee." Motion seconded and carried, and report is as follows: To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, A.F. 6" A.M. of Missouri: Your Building Supervisory Board submits herewith its report of activities and decisions during the year last past. The year 1966-67 has been a busy one and it has been the pleasure of your board to assist many lodges with their problems during the year, including building new temples, renovating existing temples, incorporating companies under the not for profit law, to hold title to lodge temples, and other matters. Nineteen lodges have applied for advice and help during the year. In some instances where the problems presented were thought to be strictly of a legal nature, they have been referred to the Jurisprudence Committee. Details of the action of your board are to be found in the appendix attached hereto. All of the decisions and actions of your board are filed as they are made with the Grand Master and Grand Secretary in order that they may be currently and fully informed of the activities of the board. Your board does not know of any lodge having financial difficulties at this time and believes all of the various lodges with which the board has had dealings to be in sound financial condition. Your board believes that advantages are to be had by the use of not for profit corporations to hold title to lodge property and suggestions have been made and forms furnished to several lodges during the year dealing with incorporation procedures. Articles of incorporation and by-laws have been submitted and approved by your board and others are under consideration as this report is being completed. Your board feels that as our work load continues to increase it is proof that interest in Masonry in Missouri is increasing. Each of the members of your board feels that it has been an honored privilege to have served Masonry in this capacity during the year now ending. For a detailed account of all our doings see appendix following our report. l"raternally submitted, JAMES FRED

M. BRADFORD,

Roy W.

HEUERMANN, MCGHEE,

Chai1路man.

APPENDIX

Wellston Lodge No. 613 Approved Articles of Incorporation under the General Not for Profit Corporation Act for a 'Vellston Masonic Temple Association. Florissant Lodge No. 668 Disapproved of Florissant Lodge No. 668 participating in any way with :Florissant Hall Association in furnishing funds to be eventually used in a building program under the Charter and By-Laws, proposals and agreements hetween Florissant Lodge No. 668 and Florissant Hall Association as submitted to your board for the reason that Section 9.070, Constitution and By-Laws, was not complied with. Strafford Lodge No. 608 Held preliminary conference with four representatives from Strafford Lodge re:

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proposed building program at office of chairman at which conference general information was given concerning lodge building programs. Hopewell Lodge No. 239 Plans approved for construction of new temple at Lesterville, Missouri. Forsyth Lodge No. 453 Approved borrowing of $4,000 from local bank for purpose of completing construction of a new lodge building. Butler Lodge No. 254 Advised lodge concerning creation of building fund, Grand Lodge supervision of lodge building program and other related matters. Linn Lodge No. 326 Approved plans for constructing a new temple at Linn, Missouri. Edina Lodge No. 291 Gave advice re: building program and furnished suggested plans for Masonic temple. Forest City Lodge No. 214 Remodeling program approved whereby building formerly used as a church was converted to a lodge building at a reported cost of $7,000. Liberty Lodge No. 31 Matters concerning Liberty Masonic Building Association considered and referred to Jurisprudence Committee Chairman for his attention for the reason that the problems presented were considered to be strictly legal in nature. Higginsville Lodge No. 361 Information furnished lodge to the effect that the Grand Lodge does not lend funds to subordinate lodges for building purposes, together with general information concerning building program. Mizpah Lodge No. 639 Information concerning proposed building program furnished Mizpah Temple Association. Former approval of purchase of lands for building purposes confirmed. Koshkonong Lodge No. 582 Advice given concerning problems in connection with proposed building program and related matters. Shekinah Lodge No. 256 Information re: forming not for profit corporation to hold title to lodge property given along with suggested forms. Naylor Lodge No. 568 A building program for a new lodge hall approved. Gower Lodge No. 397 Authority given for Gower Lodge to expand and remodel its hall. Steele Lodge No. 634 Advice concerning creation of building fund given, together with information re: building program. New London Lodge No. 307 Approval given for purchase of St. Joseph Catholic Church and remodeling same for use as a Masonic temple. Twilight Lodge No. ]]4 The matter of making substantial changes in the building used by Twilight Lodge at Columbia, Missouri, has been submitted to your board, along with other related legal problems. Request has been made that the legal matters be submitted to the Jurisprudence Committee, after which our board is to rule on the remaining matters. The matters are still under consideration. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON ENTERTAINMENT OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS

R.'tV. Bro. Hugh McLaughlin stated that his report is primarily in the form of a letter from R.W. Bro. Herman Orlick expressing his regret that ill-

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ness prevented his functioning as chairman of this committee, and commending those who took over for him. R.W. Brother McLaughlin read the letter from R.W. Brother Orlick, and thereupon moved that the report of the committee be received. Motion seconded and carried, and report is as follows: . To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, A.F. &A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: Please accept my sincere apology and deepest regrets over my inabiliity to attend Grand Lodge and especially my inability to personally supervise the functions of this Committee. To the Graud Master, M.W. Bro. Russell E. Murray and to Lewis C. Robertson, Lester M. Heckman and Elmer W. Wagner, my ever grateful thanks for their understanding and kind assistance. I am confident that the activities of this Committee with the gracious hosting of M:W. Bro. and Mrs. Russell E. Murray have made a deep and lasting impression on the guests attending the 146th Annual Communication of the Missouri Grand Lodge in that wonderful year, 1967. HERMAN A. ORLICK, Chairman, LEWIS C. ROBERTSON, THOMAS J. DAVIS, JR., ,,y. HUGH McLAUCHLIN, RUSSELL E. EICKMEYER, HARRY GERSHENSON. FINAL REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON CREDENTIALS

R.W. Bro. Vern H. Schneider, chairman, presented the final report of the Committee on Credentials, and moved that it be adopted. Motion seconded and carried, and report is as follows: To the Most WorshiPful Grand Lodge, A.F. &A.M. of Missow路i: BRETHREN: Your Committee on Credentials submits the following final report: At the present session of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, there are represented 462 Subordinate Lodges and there are present: Grand Lodge Officers .... Past Grand Masters District Deputy Grand Masters District Deputy Grand Lecturers Past Masters Worshipful Masters Senior \Vardens Junior Wardens . Chairmen of Committees Distinguished Visitors Total Actual attendance without duplication Assistant Tilers Lodges without representation

23 15 46

54 414 432 168

97 9 8 1,266 1,166

5 128 Fraternally submitted, VERN H. SCHNEIDER, Chairman, R. MARVIN COWDEN, WILLIAM W. GRAY, JOHN H. HICKS, ARTHUR ,,y. RAUCH.

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REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON MILEAGE AND PER DIEM

R.W. Bro. John W. Adams, chairman, presented the report of the committee on Mileage and Per Diem, and moved its adoption. Motion seconded and carried and report is as follows: To the Most JiJ!orshijJful Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: Your Committee on Mileage and Per Diem reports amounts paid for attendance at this, the One Hundred Forty-sixth Annual Communication of this Grand Lodge held in the city of St. Louis, Missouri on September 25 and 26, 1967 as follows:

Grand Lodge Officers Past Grand Masters District Deputy Grand Masters District Deputy Grand Lecturers Committee on Credentials Committee on Appeals and Grievances Committee on Jurisprudence Committee on Ways and Means Committee on Mileage and Per Diem Committee on Masonic Education Building Supervisory Board Chairmen of Other Standing Committees Assistant Grand Tilers .. . Representatives of Chartered Lodges Representatives of Lodges, U.D.

. . . .

851.08 548.04 1,925.48 2,302.56 227.04 162.32 235.36 184.08 178.60 157.80

. 69.52 100.00 19,104.30 43.04

$26,089.22

Total Respectfully submitted, JOHN S. SMARR, CHARLES S. HICKS, CECIL

EDWARD

JOHN

DARR,

,.y.

LANG,

ADAMS,

Chairman.

W. BRO. HARRY H. ARNHOLD RECOGNIZED

THE GRAND SECRETARY: Brethren, I would like to give you this information, which is a challenge to all of us: Brother Harry H. Arnhold, of New Salem Lodge No. 270 at Winfield, Missouri, in his fifty years as secretary of his lodge was absent ten times; ten times in fifty years, serving as secretary of this lodge. He also received his fifty-year button and wears it with a great deal of pride. He is very happy being a Master Mason. APPRECIATION

M.W. Bro. Richard O. Rumer moved that the appreciation of this Grand Lodge be expressed to M.W. Bro. Russell E. Murray, which was concurred in by a rising vote of the delegates present. Motion seconded and carried.

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APPOINTMENTS

R.W. Bro. Elmer W. Wagner, Grand Secretary, then read the appointments to Grand Lodge offices for the ensuing year. Freelon K. Hadley Thomas J. Davis, Jr. W. Hugh McLaughlin Walter L. Walker Robert L. McKinney Herman A. Orlick Lewis C. (Wes) Cook Walter J. Bublitz William R. Robbins Thomas R. Shrout .. Herbert E. Duncan Ben Morris Ridpath J. C. Montgomery, Jr. Julius J. Nodel Carl L. Radford. . Quenten Boyd .. Walter C. Ploeser John BurIe

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Grand Lecturer Senior Grand Deacon . . Junior Grand Deacon . . . . . .. Senior Grand Steward Junior Grand Steward Senior Grand Marshal Junior Grand Marshal ...... Grand Sword Bearer .. Grand Pursuivant Grand Chaplain Grand Chaplain Grand Chaplain Grand Chaplain Grand Chaplain . . . . . . . . . .. Grand Chaplain Grand Chaplain . ... Grand Orator . . . . .. Grand Tiler

INSTALLATION

The hour for installation having arrived, M.W. Brother Denslow stated that M.W. Bro. Robert L. Aronson would act as Grand Master for the installation, M.W. Bro. Bruce H. Hunt, Grand Marshal, and R.W. Bro. J. c. Montgomery, Jr., Grand Chaplain, and pursuant to his request they installed the Grand Officers. PRESENTATIONS

M.W. Bro. Robert L. Aronson presented the gavel to the newly installed Grand Master. M.W. Bro. James McR Sellars presented the Grand Master with the Grand Master's apron worn by his father, M.W. Bro. Ray V. Denslow, P.G.M., who was Grand Master in 1932. M.W. Bro. Morris E. Ewing presented the Grand Master with the Grand Master's Jewel worn by his father, M.W. Bro. Ray V. Denslow, P.G.M., wbp was Grand Master in 1932. R.W. Bro. Elmer W. Wagner, Grand Secretary, presented the Grand Master with a gold identification card. The officers and members of Trenton Lodge No. Ill, the Grand Master's mother lodge, presented him ",.. ith a gift of matched luggage. BENEDICTION

Benediction was given by R.W. Bro. Ben Morris Ridpath, Grand Chaplain. CLOSING

The Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of Missouri, rested from its labors, this day, September 26, 1967, and was closed in

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ample form, no further business appearing, to meet again in St. Louis, Missouri, the last Monday, viz., the 30th day of September, 1968. ELMER W. WAGNER,

Grand Secretary. STANDING COMMITTEES 1967-1968

Credentials-Vern H. Schneider, Chairman, 16 Lindworth Lane, St. Louis, Mo. 63124; R. Marvin Cowden, 924 E. Normal St., Springfield, Mo. 65804; William W. Gray, 5511 Lydia Avenue, Kansas City, Mo. 64110; John H. Hicks, Lebanon, Mo. 65536; Arthur W. Rauch, 7 Girard Dr., Webster Groves, Mo. 63119. Grand Master's Address-Russell E. Murray, 1717 June Drive, St. Louis, Mo. 63138; And all Past Grand Masters in attendance. Lodges Under Dispensation-Norman Sager, Chairman, 908 E. :Eighth St., Trenton, Mo. 64683; J. Andy Zenge, Jr., Canton, Mo. 64843; Thomas Deatherage, Fayette, Mo. 65248; Koss W. Blomeyer, Bloomfield, Mo. 63825. Chartered Lodges-Charles B. Whitchurch, Chairman, Box 103, Winston, Mo. 64689; William Drew, Salisbury, Mo. 65281; Eugene Taylor, Sarcoxie, Mo. 64862. Appeals and Grievances-Herbert C. Hoffman, Chairman, 2800 City Hall, Kansas City, Mo. 64106; Robert W. Hall, New Franklin, Mo. 65274; Erwin A. Hamann, 5724 S. Lindbergh Blvd., St. Louis, Mo. 63123; Lloyd A. Cleaveland, 822 Jackson St., Chillicothe, Mo. 64601; J. Edward Blinn, Marshfield, Mo. 65706. Jurisprudence-Harry Gershenson, Chairman, 611 Olive Street, St. Louis, Mo. 63101; W. Hugh McLaughlin, Suite 222, Bryant Bldg., Kansas City, Mo. 64106; Roy W. McGhee, 122 S. Main St., Piedmont, Mo. 63957; James P. Hull, 435 Krug Park Place, St. Joseph, Mo. 64505; Dewey Routh, 214 Ramsey Bldg., Rolla, Mo. 65401. Wa)'s and Means-Frank K. Roy, Jr. (1), Chairman, 545 E. WIst Terr., Kansas City, Mo. 64131; Walter H. Baird (1), 234 E. Parkway Dr., Columbia, Mo. 65201; Jack N. Matthews (2), 1300 Major Dr., Jefferson City, Mo. 65101; William A. Bagley (2), Shelbina, Mo. 63468; Floyd H. Buckner (3), Box 602, Desloge, Mo. 63601. Relief and Charity-Roy H. Sander, Chairman, 253 Papin Avenue, Webster Groves, Mo. 63119; J. Morgan Donelson, Box 211, Princeton, Mo. 64673; Lloyd C. Seaman, 3129 Felix, St. Joseph, Mo. 64501; W. Raymond Usher, 1500 Country Club Drive, Hannibal, Mo. 63401. Masonic Boards of Relief-Elvin K. Luff, Chairman, 1503 West Short St., Independence, Mo. 64050; Elvis R. Poff, 5601 South Fourth St., St. Joseph, Mo. 64504; Warren F. Drescher, 104 Embassy Lane, St. Louis, Mo. 63122; William NaB, 833 South Avenue, Springfield, Mo. 65806. Necrology-George F. Morrison, Chairman, 7436 Cromwell Dr., St. Louis, Mo. 63105; Frank P. Briggs, 1132 N. Jackson St., Macon, Mo. 63552; Harold M. Jayne, Memphis, Mo. 63555; Forrest C. Donnell, 245 Union Blvd., St. Louis, Mo. 63108. Ritual-Freelon K. Hadley, Chairman, 3412 Duncan Street, S1. Joseph, Mo. 64507; John T. Heard, Sr., 8538 Rosalie Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 63144; William V McCollum, 800 West Pershing St., Springfield, Mo. 65806; William W. Forrester, Route 2, Box 193, Blue Springs, Mo. 64015; L. Marshall Hollenbeck, Box 249, Sikeston, Mo. 63801; Merle B. Graham, 358 W. Maple Ave., Kahoka, Mo. 63445. Forms and Ceremonies-Elvis A. Mooney, Chairman, 117 N. Prairie St., Bloomfield, Mo. 63825; Thomas J. Davis, Jr., Box 217, Piedmont, Mo. 63957; Herbert E. Duncan, 439 West 58th St., Kansas City, Mo. 64113; :Freelon K. Hadley (ex-officio), 3412 Duncan St., St. Joseph, Mo. 61507. Mileage and Per Diem-John W. Adams, Chairman, 253 Farmers Sav. Bank Bldg., Marshall, Mo. 65340; Edward A. Lang, 10258 Driver Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 63114; Charles Hicks, Monroe City, Mo. 63456; John S. Smarr, 1115 S. Ellis St., Cape Girardeau, Mo. 63701; Cecil Darr, 310 S. Elson, Kirksville, Mo. 63501. Correspondence-Bruce H. Hunt, Box 188, Kirksville, Mo. 63501.

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Masonic Education-Lewis C. "Wes" Cook, Chairman (2), 3233 Chippewa Dr., Kansas City, Mo. 64116; O. Wes Konering (2), 611 Olive St., St. Louis, Mo. 63101; Robert H. Arnold (I), 15 W. Tenth St., Kansas City, Mo. 64105; John T. Suesens (I), I202Y2 Ashland Ave., St. Joseph, Mo. 64506; Frank P. Briggs (3), 1132 N. Jackson, Macon, Mo. 63552; Harold O. Grauel (3), Box 389, Cape Girardeau, Mo. 63701. Building Supervisory Board-Roy W. M'cGhee, Chairman (I), 122 S. Main St., Piedmont, Mo. 63957; J. Kenneth Marr (2), 103 W. Market, Warrensburg, Mo. 64093; Earl E. Ebbe (3), 170 S. Main St., Tren ton, Mo. 64683. Entertainment of Distinguished Guests-Herman A. Orlick, Chairman, 1678 Avignon Court, St. Louis, Mo. 63122; Robert L. McKinney, State Teachers College, Kirksville, Mo. 63501; William H. Chapman, 20 W. Lockwood, Webster Groves, Mo. 63119; Walter C. Ploeser, Route J, Manchester, Mo. 6301 I; William R. Robbins, 515 DeBolt St., Trenton, Mo. 64683; Harry Gershenson, 611 Olive Street, St. Louis, Mo. 63101; Lewis C. Robertson, 5351 Delmar Blvd., St. Louis, Mo. 63Il2. By-Laws-Martin B. Dickinson, Chairman, 15 West Tenth St., Kansas City, Mo. 64105; Orestes Mitchell, Jr., 717 Corby Bldg., St. Joseph, Mo. 64.501; Robert C. Brinkman, 6Il Olive Street, St. Louis, Mo. 63101; Richard O. Rumer, 1.509 Washington Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 63103. SPECIAL COMMITTEES 1967-1968

George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association-Morris E. Ewing, Chairman, Morrisville, Mo. 65710; Harry S Truman, Independence, Mo. 64050: Frank P. Briggs, 1132 N. Jackson St., Macon, Mo. 63552; James M. Sellers, Lexington, Mo. 64067; A. Basey Vanlandingham, Box 711, Columbia, Mo. 65201. Recognition of Foreign Grand Lodges-John Black Vrooman, Chairman, Box 402, St. Louis, Mo. 63166; Elmer W. Wagner, 3681 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis, Mo. 63108; Bruce H. Hunt, Box 188, Kirksville, Mo. 63501. Revision of Constitution-Martin B. Dickinson, Chairman, 15 W. Tenth St., Kansas City, Mo. 64105; Robert L. Aronson, Civil Courts Building, St. Louis, Mo. 63101; J. Morgan Donelson, Box 2Il, Princeton, Mo. 64673; Walter L. Walker, Anderson Bldg., Neosho, Mo. 64850. Sesquicentennial Celebration-William H. Chapman, Chairman, 20 ,,y. Lockwood, Webster Groves, Mo. 63119; Thomas J. Davis, Jr., Box 217, Piedmont, Mo. 63957; W. Hugh McLaughlin, Suite 222, Bryant Bldg., 1102 Grand Ave., Kansas City, Mo. 64106; Walter L. Walker, Anderson Bldg., Neosho, Mo. 64850; Robert L. McKinney, State Teachers College, Kirksville, Mo. 63501; Herman A. Orlick, 1678 Avignon Court, St. Louis, Mo. 63122. Public Schools-Harry C. Avery, Chairman, 6802 Smiley Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 63139; Robert H. Arnold, Ii> West Tenth St., Kansas City, Mo. 64105; Marvin P. Blackmore, 613 E. Lake Drive, Columbia, Mo. 65201; Herman L. Huelster, 727 Harlem Avenue, Joplin, Mo. 61801; Bruce H. Hunt, Box 188, Kirksville, Mo. 63501; Roy W. McGhee, 122 S. Main St., Piedmont, Mo. 63957; W. Raymond Usher, 1500 Country Club Dr., Hannibal, Mo. 63401. OTHER APPOINTMENTS

Audit-Harvey & Wagener, 7810 Forsyth Blvd., St. Louis, Mo. 63105. Representatives to Masonic Temple Association of St. Lowis-Alfred M. Frager, 7138 Willow Tree, St. Louis, Mo. 63130; John W. Alverson, 2004 Bellevue, St. Louis, Mo. 63119; George F. Morrison, 7436 Cromwell Drive, St. Louis, Mo. 63105. THE MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI OFFICERS President, Elvis A. Mooney, 117 N. Prairie St., Bloomfield, Mo. 6382:;; Vice President, Roy H. Sander, 253 Papin Avenue, Webster Groves, Mo. 63119; Treasurer,

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D. Jefferson Lance, Room 2106, 611 Olive St., St. Louis, Mo. 63101; Secretary, Lewis C. Robcrtson, 5351 Delmar Blvd., St. Louis, Mo. 63112. DIRECTORS William R. Denslow, Box S29, Trenton, Mo. 64683; Elvis A. Mooney, 117 W. Prairie, Bloomfield, Mo. 63825; J. Morgan Donelson, Box 211, Princeton, Mo. 64673; William H. Chapman, 20 W. Lockwood, Webster Groves, Mo. 63119; Martin B. Dickinson-1968, IS W. Tenth St., Kansas City, Mo. 64105; Harold O. Grauel-1968, Box 389, Cape Girardeau, Mo. 63701; W. Raymond Usher-1969, 1500 Country Club Dr., Hannibal, Mo. 63401; Eugene E. Northern-1969, 4th & Rolla Sts., Rolla, Mo. 64501; Roy H. Sander-1970, 2:')3 Papin Avcnue, Wehstcr Groves, Mo. 63119; Lloyd C. Seaman-'1970, 3129 Felix, St. Joseph, Mo. 64501; D. Jefferson Lance1971, Room 2106, 6JI Olive St., St. Louis, Mo. 63101; Edward A. Lang-1971, 10258 Driver Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 63114. SUPERINTENDENT OF MASONIC HOME Lewis C. Robertson, 5351 Delmar Blvd., St. Louis, Mo. 63112. ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT OF MASONIC HOME Carl I. Stein, 5351 Delmar Blvd., St. Louis, Mo. 63112. MISSOURI LODGE OF RESEARCH Worshipful Master, Richard H. Bennett, 1501 Locust Street, St. Louis, Mo. 63166; Secretary-Treasurer, A. W. Griffith, 301 West Fifth Street, Fulton, Mo. 65251. LIVING PAST GRAND MASTERS OF THIS JURISDICTION Year of Name and Location Service Harry S Truman, Independence 64050 . .1940-41 Forrest C. Donnell, 245 Union Blvd., Apt. 320, St. Louis 63108 .1942-43 Morris E. Ewing, Morrisville 65701 .1947-48 James M. Bradford, 4165a Shaw Avenue, Sl. Louis 63110 .1949-50 Homer L. Ferguson, 1927 N. Circle Drive, Jefferson City 65101 ....... 1951-52 Richard O. Rumer, 1509 Washington Avenue, St. Louis 63103 ..... 1952-53 James M. Sellers, Lexington 64067 ..... 1953-54 ... 1954-55 Orestes Mitchell, Jr., 717 Corby Building, St. Joseph 64501 .. 1955-56 William J. Craig, 1035 S. Pickwick, Springfield 65R04 .1956-57 Harold M. Jayne, Memphis 63555 . . .. 1957-58 Frank P. Briggs, 1132 N. Jackson Street, Macon 63552 .... 1958-59 Robert L. Aronson, Civil Courts Building, St. Louis 63101 .1959-60 Harold O. Grauel, Box 389, Cape Girardeau 63701 .1960-61 Bruce H. Hunt, Box 188, Kirksville 63501 . 1962-63 Martin B. Dickinson, 15 West Tenth St., Kansas City 64105 ........ 1964-65 George F. Morrison, 7436 Cromwell Drive, St. Louis 63105 ............. 1965-66 A. Basey Vanlandingham, Box 711, Columbia 65201 .. 1966-67 Russell E. Murray, 1717 June Drive, St. Louis 63138

DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND MASTERS 1967路1968

I. George Davidson, 437 E. Jackson, Memphis, Mo. 63555 2. Dale Gardner, 3 Overbrook Drive, Kirksville, Mo. 63501 3. Eugene D. Mallette, Newtown, Mo. 64667

DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND LECTURERS 1967路1968

1. Merle B. Graham, 358 W. Maple Ave., Kahoka, Mo. 63445 2. Leo R. Kennedy, Edina, Mo. 63537 3. John S. Stillwell, Lucerne, Mo. 64655

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4. Charles H. Stickler, 8 Town & Country, Trenton, Mo. 64683 5. Loren R. Thompson, Cainsville, Mo. 64632 6. Carroll B. Simmons, Box 517, King City, Mo. 64463 7. Barry E. Nelson, Route 2, Skidmore, Mo. 64487 8. Emil J. Bratrud, 301 Cass St., Rock Port, Mo. 64482 9. Harry C. Dunham, 5207 De Soto St., St. Joseph, Mo. 64505 10. Ralph M. Lawry, Maysville, Mo. 64469 11. Joe L. Moore, Box 35, Liberty, Mo. 64068 12. B. Raymond Babb, 1121 Cooper St., Chillicothe, Mo. 64601 13. Richard A. Johnson, 648 Crosby St., Brookfield, Mo. 64628 14. Raymond M. Skinner, Route 2, Callao, i\10. 63534 15. Henry F. Burkhead, Route 3, Box 150, Hannibal, Mo. 63401 16. Robert W. Meier, 1812 Georgia St., Louisiana, Mo. 63353 17. John T. Lutz, Route 2, Paris, Mo. 65275 18. Albert Martin, Route 3, Moberly, Mo. 65270 19. Earl Washam, Sumner, Mo. 64681 20. Travis A. Graham, Bogard, Mo. 64622 21. Martin M. Ohlhausen, Box 55, Weston, Mo. 64098 22A. Russell R. Anderson, 1227 E. 52nd Place, North Kansas City, Mo. 64118 22B. Jack C. Ritter, 8353 Brooklyn, Kansas City, Mo. 64132 23. Dallas L. Anderson, 622 E. Main, Richmond, Mo. 64085 24. Harry Quinley, 427 S. Lafayette, Marshall, Mo. 65340 25. Sam V. Cochran, 308 Weyland Road, Boonville, Mo. 65233 26. Murry E. Glascock, Box 87, Ashland, Mo. 65010 27. Frank W. Hazelrigg, Jr., 505 Hiway Z, Fulton, Mo. 65251 28. W. Lee Brewster, High Hill, Mo. 63350 29. Eugene E. Taylor, Route 3, Box 49B, Troy, Mo. 63379

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4. George Hamilton, 1317 Tinsman, Trenton, Mo. 64683 5. 'Wilburn S. Christie, New Hampton, Mo. 64471 6. Glenn V. Bulla, King City, Mo. 64463 7. Donald W. Bollinger, Hopkins, Mo. 64461 8. Thurlow E. Herrick, Box 182, Westboro, Mo. 64498 9. Royal E. Osgood, 3506 Nickell Drive, St. Joseph, Mo. 64.106 10. Warren Gallinger, Union Star, Mo. 64491 II. Robert A. Corum, Rou te I, Excelsior Springs, Mo. 64024 12. Ray Carpenter, Route 1, Chillicothe, Mo. 64601 13. Warren W. Dray, 127 E. Jackson, Linneus, Mo. 64653 14. George E. Grubb, Monroe City, Mo. 63456 15. Lee B. Turner, 4907 Prospect Ave., Hannibal, Mo. 63401 16. Russell J. Rowe, Route 2, Louisiana, Mo. 63353 17. Francis A. Ely, Monroe City, Mo. 63456 18. Edwin B. Hawkins, Box 125, Higbee. Mo. 65257 19. Herbert D. DeWeese, Route 2, Box 60, Brunswick, Mo. 65236 20. CharJcs S. Rutt, 311 W. 10th St., Carrollton, Mo. 64633 21. Paul E. Parsley, Route 27, Box 104, Parkville, Mo. 64152 22A. James W. Brewer, 1006 E. 22nd Ave., North Kansas City, Mo. 64116 22B. William W. Forrester, Route 2, Box 193, Blue Springs, Mo. 64015 23. Clyde M. Shortell, 222 Ralph St., Richmond, Mo. 61085 24. Wilbur L. Hains, Route 2, Miami, Mo. 65344 25. Arthur L. Collins, 109 E. Broadway, New Franklin, Mo. 65274 26. Raymond E. Lee, 509 Texas Avenue, Columbia, Mo. 65201 27. William A. Gamblian, 615 E. Park St., Vandalia, Mo. 63382 28. Elmer Weilmuenster, Route 3, Middletown, Mo. 63359 29. Herbert .T. Crosby, Box 53, Winfield, Mo. 63389

1967

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

30. Lawrence E. Dudeck, 529 Jefferson Street, St. Charles, Mo. 63301 31. Charles S. Alcott, 1622 Hayselton Drive, Jefferson City, Mo. 65101 32. Kenneth W. Hackman, 21 I E. Jefferson, Owensville, Mo. 65066 33A. Arthur II. Ploetze, 4507 DuBorg Lane, St. Louis, Mo. 63128 33B. David Siegelman, 7536 Blackberry Manor, St. Louis, Mo. 63130

34. Roy L. Scheib, Route 2, Drexel, Mo. 64742 35. James N. Bradley, Route 4, Rich Hill, Mo. 64779 36. Chas. H. Malone, 311 Goodrich Drive, Warrensburg, Mo. 64093 37. Basil E. Wharry, Route 1, Appleton City, Mo. 64724 38. Floyd C. Kuhn, Crocker, Mo. 65152 39. G. Edward Schwieder, Steelville, Mo. 65565 40. Frank O. Phillips, Route 1, Box 308, Cedar Hill, Mo. 63016 41. Carl R. Deck, Buffalo, Mo. 65622 42. Alfred Wisehart, Route I, Everton, Mo. 65616 13. James E. Rinehart, 725 S. Clay, Nevada, Mo. 64772 44. Otis A. Larimore, 1104 E. Highland, Carthage, Mo. 64836 45. Clarence Bumgarner, Strafford, Mo. 65757 46. George A. Collins, 1165 W. Fifth, West Plains, Mo. 65775 47. Lloyd C. Risby, Ellsinore, Mo. 63937 48. Floyd H. Buckner, 301 S. Main (Box 602), Desloge, Mo. 63601 49. Paul F. Sitze, 1738 Themis St., Cape Girardeau, Mo. 63701 50. Lloyd S. Morgan, Jr., Box 93, Advance, Mo. 63730 51. Virgil H. Baldwin, Box 161, Marston, Mo. 63866 52. Chester R. Carpenter, Route 2, Box 182, Piedmont, Mo. 63957 53. Hubert P. Bruner, Box 246, Willow Springs, Mo. 65587 54. Clifford Hill, Box 36, Reeds Spring, Mo. 65737 55. Paul C. Pitts, 210 8th Street, 1VIonett, Mo. 65708

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30. Joseph B. Peyton, 1816 Boonslick Road, St. Charles, Mo. 63301 31. Alfred L. Gates, 601 N. High St., California, Mo. 65018 32. .J. Dan Shepard, 2 W. Springfield Ave., Union, Mo. 63084 33A. Charles L. Dawson, 3124a Portis Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 63116 33B. Arthur S. Wehmeyer, 9228 Catalina Drive, St. Louis, Mo. 63136 33e. William F. Jackson, 8033 Audrain Drive, St. Louis, Mo. 63121 31. James R. Floyd, 3201 Winchester Ave., Kansas City, Mo. 64129 35. Ralph O. Fritts, Amsterdam, Mo. 64723 36. Lloyd C. Kennon, 1523 S. Harrison Ave., Sedalia, Mo. 65301 37. Philip D. Trainer, 106 E. Tebo St., Clinton, Mo. 61735 38. Hoyt Young, Macks Creek, Mo. 65786 39. Richard H. Kerr, gil W. 12th St., Rolla, Mo. 65401 40. .J. Earl Landis, 309 Virginia St., Crystal City, Mo. 63019 11. Leo H. Pitts, Weaubleau, Mo. 65774 42. Lacey Stapp, Box 12, Greenfield, Mo. 65661 13. Eugene E. McFarland, Box 146, Libberal, Mo. 64762 11. Joy L. Ortloff, Route 1, Carthage, Mo. 64836 15. William V McCollum, 800 W. Pershing St., Springfield, Mo. 65806 46. Ronnie L. House, Box 335, Mansfield, Mo. 65704 47. Leroy P. Lewis, Van Buren, Mo. 63965 48. Burette B. Shannon, 600 I;ifth St., Flat River, Mo. 63603 49. Robert Goza, Jr., 215 E. Monroe St., Jackson, Mo. 63755 50. John M. Duckett, 207 W. Gladys, Sikeston, Mo. 63801 51. William C. Bell, 511 Matthews St., Sikeston, Mo. 63801 52. Ardell O. Kennedy, Route 1, Poplar Bluff, Mo. 63901 53. Adelbert E. Blackwood, 711 Park St., Willow Springs, Mo. 65587 54. Duane Eiserman, 418 N. Sycamore St., Branson, Mo. 65616 55. Charles W. Werdein, 428 E. Church St., Aurora, Mo. 65605

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56. George R. Chesney, 1026 Shartcl Drive, Neosho, Mo. 64850 57. Fielding A. Poe, Jr., 6616 Pepperidge Drive, St. Louis, Mo. 63134 58. Harold A. Reichel, 110 Autry, Eldon, Mo. 65026 59. Dowell Hays, 1801 High Grove Road, Grandview, Mo. 64030 60. Sol Astrachan, Box 697, Kennett, Mo. 63857

1967

56. Loral C. Link, Route 1, Box 454, Goodman, Mo. 64843 57A. Elmer J. Rohr, 11 Sussex Drive, St. Louis, Mo. 63144 57B. Richard L. Kieffer, 1503 Belton Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 631] 9 58. Claude W. Dunnaway, 511 S. Oak Street, Versailles, Mo. 65084 59. Stanton T. Brown, Route 1, Box 106, Buckner, Mo. 64016 60. Claud T. Foster, Campbell, Mo. 63933

LIST OF GRAND SECRETARIES AND THEIR ADDRESSES Alabama, Gordon L. Evatt, P. O. Box 6195, Montgomery 36106. Arizona, Gerald I. Craig, P. G. M., 4th Ave. & Monroe, Phoenix 85003. Arkansas, L. Leland McDaniel, P. G. M., 700 Scott St., Little Rock 72201. California, Edward H. Siems. P. G. M., California Masonic Memorial Temple, 1111 California St.. San Francisco 94108. Colorado, Dean C. Settle, Gr. Secy., 1614 Welton St., Denver 80202. Connecticut, William Campbell, P. G. M.) 201 Ann St., Hartford 06103. Delaware. James B. Kilvingron, 818 Market St., Wilmington 19899. District of Columbia, Paul R. Mattix, 801-13th St. N.W., Washington, D. C. 20005. Florida, William A. Whitcomb, 220 Ocean St., Jacksonville, Fla. 32202. Georgia, Daniel W. Locklin, 811 Mulberry, Macon 31201. Idaho, Herbert H. Eberle, Box 1677, Boise 83701. Illinois, Paul R. Stephens, P. G. M., Box 110, Rushville 62681. Indiana. Dwight L. Smith, P. G. M .. 525 N. Illinois St., Indianapolis 46204. Iowa, Ralph E. Whipple, Box 279, Cedar Rapids 52406. Kansas, Charles S. McGinness, P. G. M., P. O. Box 1217, Topeka 66601. Kentucky, Joe C. McClanahan, Masonic Temple, 1000 S. 4th St., Louisville 40203. Louisiana, D. Peter Laguens, Jr., 1300 Masonic Temple, 333 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans 70130.

Maine, Earl D. Webster, 415 Congress St., Portland 04111. Maryland, Gerald M. Pine, 225 N. Charles St., Baltimore 21201. Massachusetts, Earl ,,yo Taylor, I 86 Tremont, Boston 02 II 1. Michigan, Glenn L. Alt, 233 E. Fulton St., Grand Rapids 49502. Minnesota, David E. Palmer, Sixth and Smith Streets, St. Paul 55102. Mississippi, Cecil A. Thorn, P. O. Box 1030, Meridian 39302. Missouri, Elmer "V. Wagner, 3681 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis 63108. Montana, Lyman E. Smith, Box 1158, Helena 59601. Nebraska, Carl R. Greisen, 201 Masonic Temple, 19th and Douglas Streets, Omaha 68102. Nevada, Royal D. Crowell, P. G. M., P. O. Box 186, Gardnerville 89410. New Hampshire, Harold O. Cady, P. G. M., Box 299, Concord 03302. New Jersey, Harvey C. Whildey, Masonic Temple, Trenton 08608. New Mexico, Chandler C. Thomas, Box 1805, Albuquerque 87103. New York, Wendell K. Walker, 71 W. 23d St., New York City 10010. North Carolina, Charles A. Harris, Box 6506, Raleigh 27602. North Dakota, Edwin A. Haakenson, P. G. M., P. O. Box 1269, Fargo 58103. Ohio, Andrew J. White, Jr., P. G. M., 634 High St., Worthington 43085. Oklahoma, J. Fred Latham, P. G. M., Masonic Temple, Guthrie 73044. Oregon, W. Dexter Elliott, 1119 S.W. Park Ave., Portland 97205.

1967

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Pennsylvania, Ashby B. Paul, Masonic Temple, One North Broad St., Philadelphia 19107. Rhode Isand, Sidney A. Capwell, 127 Dorrance St., Providence 02903. South Carolina, Henry F. Collins, P. G. M., 1401 Senate St., Columbia 2920l. South Dakota, John S. Rowe, Box 468, Sioux Falls 571Ol. Tennessee, Wallace P. Douglas, Box 216, Nashville 37202. Texas, Harvey C. Byrd. Box 446, Waco 76703. Utah, Clarence M. Groshell, 650 E.

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South Temple St., Salt Lake Ci~y 84102. Vermont, D. Burleigh Smalley, Jr., Box 443, Burlington 05402. Virginia, Archer B. Gay, 107 W. Broad St., Richmond 23220. Washington, Edward L. Bennett, 47 St. Helens Ave., Tacoma 98402. West Virginia, Julian B. Hollingsworth, Box 2346, Charleston 25328. 'Visconsin, Ernest R. Hiegel, 1123 N. Astor St., Milwaukee 53202. Wyoming, Marcus R. Nichols, Box 459, Casper 82602.

Grand Lodge Alberta Argentina Austria Belgium Brazil (Ceara)

Grand Secretary Edward H. Rivers Hector L. Andonequi Erwin Fernau Clement Ceuppens Luis N. de Mattos

Brazil (Minas Gerais) Brazil (Para)

Sebastiao Duarte de Almeida Arthur N. Figueriedo

Brazil (Pernambuco)

Pedro Soares de Queirol

Brazil (Guanabara) Brazil (Rio Grande do SuI) Brazil (Santa Catarina)

Jacy Garnier de Baccellar Kurt Max Hauser Brasiliano de Souza

Brazil (Sao Paulo) British Columbia

Erwin Seignemartin J. H. N. Morgan, P. G. M.

Canada

Ewart G. Dixon

Chile China

Ernesto Silva-Roman Lott H. T. Wei

Colombia (Barranquilla)

Ricardo Steffens

Colombia (Cartagena) Costa Rica Cuba Denmark

Jose J. Valverde Enrique Chaves B. Jose Alvarez-Rivera Maldonado E. Hess Thaysen

Ecuador

Dr. Bruno Sadun M.

England

James W. Stubbs

Finland

Marui V. Mustakallio

France (Nat'l Grand Lodge) Germany (AmericanCanadian Provincial)

R. Brisson James L. McCuller

Address Calgary Buenos Aires Vienna Brussels P. O. Box 76, Fortaleza, Ceara Caixo Postal 5, Belo Horizonte P. O. Box 333, Belem, Para P. O. Box 1415, Recife, Pernambuco Caixo Postal No. 2215 Porto Alegre Caixa Postal 247, Florianopol is Apartado 72, Sao Paulo 692 Seymour St., Vancouver P. O. Drawer 217, Hamilton, Ont. Casilla 2867, Santiago P. O. Box 758, Taipei, Taiwan, China Apartado 333, Barranquilla Apartado 16, Cartagena San Jose, Apartado Y. Apartado 72, Havana Blegdamsvej 23, Copenhagen Apartado Postal 932, Guayaquil Freemasons' Hall London W.C. 2 P. Esplanaadikatu 35 E East Helsinki 65 Boulevard Bineau, Neuilly-sur-Seine, Paris P. O. Box 40, 69 Heidelberg-Rohrbach

172

1967

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

United Grand Lodge . of Germany Greece Guatemala

Richard Mueller-Boerner

Frankfurt-on-Main

A. G. Maratos Lauro A. Rivera F.

Honduras

Ramon H. Rivas

Iceland

Olafer Gislason

India

P. M. Sundaram

Ireland

J. O. Harte

Israel Italy (Grand Orient) Japan

Shlomo Zarankin Giuseppe Telaro Carl T. Nakamura

Manitoba

Thomas O. Jackson

Mexico (Benito Juarez)

Alberto C. Zuniga

Mexico (Campeche)

Omar C. Livera G.

Mexico (Cosmos)

Reynolds Lechuga F.

Mexico (El Potosi)

Jose Mendoza Alfaro

Mexico (Nuevo Leon)

Mena Trevino

Mexico (Occidental)

Jose Behar

Mexico (Tamaulipas) Mexico (Valle de Mexico) Mexico (York)

Homero Ramos Pecina Oscar M. Martinez Eugene V. Frankel

Netherlands

Dr. P. J. Van Loo

New Brunswick New South Wales New Zealand Nicaragua

A. C. Lemmon R. H. Burley F. G. Northern, P. G. D. Eli Tablada Solis

Norway Nova Scotia

Rolf Nerem Harold F. Sipprell

Panama Peru

Juan E. Urriola Milciades Pajares

Philippine Islands

Estaban Munarriz

Prince Edward Island Puerto Rico Quebec

Floyd Drake Juan L. Matos Cintron J. McL. Marshall

Queensland

V. I. Carter

Salvador, El

Humberto Acosta

Saskatchewan

T. M. Spencer

39, YpsiJantou St., Athens Apartado Postal 34, Guatemala City Apartado 28, Tegucigalpa, Honduras, C. A. Freemasons' Hall, Borgartun 4, Reykjavik P. O. Box 681, Janpath, New Delhi Freemasons' Hall, Molesworth St., Dublin Tel Aviv, Box 2080 Rome No. 13 Sakae-Cho MinatoKu, Masonic Temple, Tokyo, Japan Masonic Temple, Winnipeg Apartado Postal 87, Torreon, Coahuila Apartado 17, Campeche, Camp. Apartado 171, Chihuahau, Chih. Apartado 104, San Luis Potosi Apartado 309, Monterrey Apartado 9, Guadalajara Apartado 419, Tampico Apartado 10, Mexico City Apartado 1986, Mexico D. F. (1) 22 Fluwelen Burgwal, The Hague Saint John Sydney Box 6439, Wellington Box 102, Managua, D. N., Nicaragua Nedre Volgate 19, Oslo Freemasons' Hall, Halifax Apartado 84, Panama City Av. Venezuela No. 1222-A, Lima 1440 San Marcelino, Manila Box 337, Charlottetown Santurce, P. R. 00910 Masonic Temple, Montreal Box 675, K.G.P.O., Brisbane, Australia 8a. Avenida Sur No. 126, . San Salvador P. O. Box 246, Regina

1967

173

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Scotland South Australia

Alexander F. Buchan F. J. Ellen, P.G.W.

Sweden

Sven Svedin

Swiss Alpina

Humbert Vettovaglia

Tasmania Turkey

H. A. Wilkinson, P.G.W. Nafiz Ekemen

Venezuela Victoria Western Australia

Hiram Fernandez Motta C. W. Davis N. J. Munro

96 George St., Edinburgh Freemasons' Hall, Adelaide Frimurareorden, Blasieholmagatan 6, Stockholm Brungasse 30 (3000) Berne Hobart Nuruziya Sokak 25, Beyoglu, Istanbul Apartado 927, Caracas 25 Collins St., Melbourne Freemasons' Hall, Perth

NUMERICAL LIST OF LODGES WITH DISTRICT NUMBERS AND CHARTER DATES

1. Missouri 2. Meridian .. 3. Beacon 4. Howard 5. United 0

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May 10, 1849 .. June 1, 1866 . May 8,1852 . Apr. 7,1825 . May 6,1852 Oct. 16, 1884 . June 1, 1866 .. May 6, 1852 . Oct. 8,1830 , " .. Apr. 25, 1831 . Mar. 1, 1835 . Oct. 24, 1836 . Oct. 16, 1879 .. May 6,1852 . May 6,1852 Oct. 11, 1877 Oct. 14, 1839 . Oct. 13, 1887 . May 26, 1864 . Oct. 14,1839 . June 2,1866 . Oct. 8,1840 .. Oct. 9,1840 .. Oct. 13, 1887 . June 9, 1853 . Oct. 7, 1841 . June 9, 1853 .. Oct. 9, 1841 . Oct. 18, 1900 . June 2,1866 . Oct. 17, 1878 . Oct. 14, 1841 . Oct. 15, 1891

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1967

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

. 43. Jefferson . 44. Fair Play . 45. Bonhomme . 46. Wentzville . 47. Fayette . 48. Fulton . 49. Holt 50. Xenia . . 51. Livingston . 52. Wakanda . 53. Weston 54. Index . . 55. Arrow Rock . 56. Tipton . 57. Richmond . 58. Monticello . 59. Centralia . 60. New Bloomfield . 61. Waverly . 62. VinciI . 63. Cambridge . 64. Monroe 65. Pattonsburg . . 66. Grant City 67. , . 68. Kennett . 69. Sullivan 70. Armstrong . Savannah . 71. . 72. Gorin . 73. Eureka 74. Warren ......................•.. . 75. Silex . 76. Independence 77. Lebanon .......................• . 78. St. Joseph . 79. Polar Star 80. Bridgeton .

31 41 57 30 25 27 11 7 25 20 21 34 24 31 23 15 26 27 23

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Oct. 16, 1889 June 2,1866 . May 25,1854 .. Oct. 28, 1844 Oct. 13, 1892 . Oct. 17, 1845 Oct. 20, 1845 . Oct. 21, 1897 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Oct. 14. 1846 . Oct. 14, 1846 . Oct. 14, 1846 . Oct. 14,1846 Oct. 14, 1846 ..

60 32 25 9 I

19 19 29 59 39 9 33-B 57

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92. 93. 94. 95. 96. 97. 98. 99. 100. 101.

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13 38 57 24 13 42 6

12 31 17 16 49 39 33-A 14 5 45 55 45 20

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Oct. 15, 1846 May 25,1854 Oct. 21, 1897 June 2,1866 June2,1866 Oct. 12, 1847 Oct. 17, 1878 Oct. 12, 1847 Oct. II, 1888 Oct. 12, 1847 Oct. 12. 1847 Oct. 14,1847 Oct. 17, 1878 Sept. 21, 1916 May 10, 1848 May 25,1854 May 28,1858 Oct. 19, 1867 Oct. 17, 1899 Oct. 14, 1886 May 10, 1849 June 2,1866 May 10, 1849

]967 Kirksville Gallatin 107. Greenville

105. 106.

108. 109. 110. Ill. 112. 1I3.

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175

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Stanberry Marcus Trenton Maitland Plattsburg Twilight Laddonia Barnes Helena

115. 116. 1I7. 1I8. 1I9. De Soto 120. Compass 121. Er\vin 122. Triplett 123. Hermann

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124. Union Star 125. Gentryville 126. Seaman 127. Athens 128. Lorraine 129. Monett 130. Hume 131. Potosi 132. Farmington 133. Star of the West

May 26,1864 Oct. 16, 1879 Oct. 14, 1886

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Oct. 17,1878 May 10, 1849 May 9,1850 Oct. 19, 1867 May 9,1850 Oct. 19, 1867 Oct.28,1882 Oct. 17,1879 Nov.8,1924 Oct. 19, 1867 May 10, 1850 May 9, 1851 Oct. 12, 1893 May 10, 1850 Oct. 15, 1885 May 10, 1850 May 28,1858 May 8,1851 Oct. 17, 1878 Oct. 16, 1890 Oct. 14, 1886 May 8,1851 May 10, 1851 May 5,1851

134.

135. 136.

Braymer ~ . Phoenix . 137. Delphian . 138. Lincoln . 139. Oregon . 140. 141. Amsterdam 142. Pleasant Grove 143. Irondale 144. Modern......................... 145. Latimer '"

146. 147. 148. 149. 150.

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47 9 8

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35 25 40 41 39

Sept. 27, 1906 May 31,1855 May 26,1864 Oct. 19, 1867 Oct. 19, 1899

Oct. 17, 1867

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151. Milton.. . 152. Linn Creek 153. Bloomfield 154. Ionic 155. 156. Ashland 157. North Star 158. Mountain Grove 159. Green City 160. Pleasant 161. Clifton Hill 162. Whitesville 163. Occidental 164. Joachim 165. 166.

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Oct. 17, 1889 May 9,1851 Oct. 17,1895 June 2,1866 May 31, 1855

18 38 50 48

June 4, 1855 May 28,1858 June II, 1855 Oct. 12, 1869 May 28, 1859 Oct. 17, 1901

26 8 46 3 41 18 9 , ,.. 3S路B. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

May 28,1859 May 29, 1856 Oct. 15, 1885 Oct. 16, 1884 Oct. 27,1867 Oct. 15, 1858 May 28, 1856 May 29, 1856 May 31,1856

176 167. 168. 169. 170. 171. 172. 173. 174. 175. 176.

210. 211. 212. 213. 214. 215. 216. 217. 218. 219. 220. 221. 222. 223. 224. 225. 226. 227. 228.

May 26, 1864 Oct. 19, 1867 May 30,1857 May 30,1857 Oct. 14, 1875 Oct. 23,1903 May 30,1857

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2 21 12 3 14 32 26

Point Pleasant Griswold Pride of the West. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Pyramid

51 46 28 33-A 33-B

Pilot Knob California Morley Chamois

46 31 50 31

Oct. 17, 1895 Oct. 19,1898 Oct. 19, 1899 May 28,1859

Hermon Hannibal Zeredatha Putnam.... . .

43 15 9 3

Oct. 17, 1889 May 30,1859 May 28,1859 May 28,1859

177. Texas 178. 179. 180. 181. 182. 183. 184. 185. 186. 187. 188. 189. 190. 191. 192. 193. 194. 195. 196. 197. 198. 199. 200. 201. 202. 203. 204. 205. 206. 207. 208. 209.

1967

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Frankford Angerona Wellsville Bolivar Quitman Carthage Allensville New Hope Sonora Ravenwood Westville Brumley Rowley Trilumina Somerset Clay Salisbury Poplar Bluff Unionville Hickory Hill Four Mile Rolla Forest City Hornersville Hale City Barbee Good Hope Albert Pike Kansas City Mystic Tie La Belle Ray Hamilton Salem Saline Cypress Shelbina

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May 30,1857 Oct. 19, 1867 May 28, 1858 May 28, 1858 Sept. 21, 1916

May 26,1859 May 28, 1859 May 30, 1860 Oct. 19,1867 May 30,1860 Oct. 19, 1867 May 30,1860 May 30,1860 Oct. 19, 1867 Oct. 13, 1892 June 2,1866 Oct. 1'7, 1878 Oct. 19, 1867 Oct. 19, 1867 May 29,1861 May 30,1861 Oct. 19, 1867 May 30, 1861 May 30,1861 Oct. 19, 1867 Oct. 19, 1867 May 30,1861 May 30,1861 May 30,1861 Oct. 12, 1893 Oct. 19, 1867 May 30, 1861 Oct. 17, 1895 May 30, 1861 May 30,1861 Oct. 11, 1888 Sept. 21, 1921 Oct. 19, 1867 May 29,1862 May 29, 1862 May 29, 1862 May 29, 1862

1967 229. 230. 231. 232. 233. 234. 235. 236. 237. 238. 239. 240. 241. 242. 243. 244. 245. 246. 247. 248. 249. 250. 251. 252. 253. 254. 255. 256. 257. 258. 259. 260. 261. 262. 263. 264. 265. 266. 267. 268. 269. 270. 271. 272. 273. 274. 275. 276. 277. 278. 279. 280. 281. 282. 283. 284. 285. 286. 287. 288. 289. 290.

177

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

St. James Cardwell Polo Bucklin St. Francois

39 60 12 13 48

May 28,1863 Oct. 19, 1899 Oct. 17, 1878 May 26, 1864 May 26,1864

Sedalia La Plata Rushville Hopewell

36 14 9 47

May 26, 1864 June 22, 1866 May 26, 1865 Oct. 13, 1881

Palestine

May 26,1865

Keystone Middle Fabius Knob Noster Montgomery Neosho

. . . . .

33-B

36 28 56

. . .

May 26,1865 May 26, 1865 May 26,1865 Jan. 12, 1920 May 28,1846

Carroll

Oct. 19, 1867

Hope...........................

Oct. 15, 1868

Laredo Butler Alton Shekinah Lodge of Light

4 35 53 40 5

Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868

................

1 30

Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868

Holden Summit.........................

36 59

Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868

Corinthian

Oct. 15, 1868

Lodge of Love Mechanicsville

Aurora Lodge of Tru th Brotherhood New Salem Solomon .. : Granite St. Clair Cold Spring

. . . . . . . .

33-B 14 9 29 45 36

. . .. .. . .

Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 19, 1922 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 16, 1879

Grand River Wm. D. Muir Essex Hog1es Creek .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

34 25 50 41

Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 11, 1878 Sept. 29, 1904 Oct. 15, 1868

Fenton Cosmos Stockton Canopy

. . . .

Earl

57 . . . . . . . .. 33-B. . . . . . . . . . . .. 42 55 10

Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15. 1868 Oct. 15. 1868 Oct. 17, 1889 Oct. 15, 1868

15 41 7 1

Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 18, 1900 Oct. 15, 1868

Craft Hermitage Grabam Fainnont

178 291. 292. 293. 294. 295. 296. 297. 298. 299. 300. 301. 302. 303. 304. 305. 306. 307. 308. 309. 310. 311. 312. 313. 314. 315. 316. 317. 318. 319. 320. 321. 322. 323. 324. 325. 326. 327. 328. 329. 330. 331. 332. 333. 334. 335. 336. 337. 338. 339. 340. 341. 342. 343. 344. 345. 346. 347. 348. 349. 350. 351. 352.

1967

llROCEEDINGS OF THE

Oct. IS, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. IS, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. II, 1888

Edina. Lamar.......................... Sarcoxie Mound City Moniteau. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . .. Sparta

2 43 44 8 31 54

Sampson Temple Doric

53 45

Lick Creek Osage

17 43

Cecile Daylight Ashlar New London. . Parrott. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

49 17 10

Oct. 17. 1923 Oct. 12, 1869 Oct. 12, 1869 Oct. 12, 1869

Sikeston .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Kearney. Cuba Meramec

50 II 39 57

Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct.

Jerusalem Rural Osborn Eldorado Paulville Versailles Jonathan Hardin Cornerstone McDonald

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Oct. 18, 1900 Oct. IS, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868

22-A

20 33-B .. 59 13 31 53 5

12, 1869 12, 1869 13, 1887 19, 1923

Oct. 22. 1896 Oct. 12, 1869 Oct. 12. 1869 Oct. 12, 1869 Oct. 12, 1869 Sept. 19,1917 Oct. 12, 1869 Oct. 12, 1869 Oct. 12, 1869 Oct. 12, 1869 Oct. 12, 1869 Oct. 19, 1898 Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 13, 1870

Mt. Zion Cainsville

. .

Paul Revere Charity Excello .

. .

33-A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 9 14

Oct. 26,1923 Oct. 13, 1870 Sept. 29,1904

Breckenridge Joplin Hallsville Blue Springs Herculaneum Fidelity Westport

. . . . . . .

12 44 26 59 40 . . .. 21 22-B. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 17, 1878 Oct. 13, 1887 Oct. 19, 1922 Oct. 13,1870 Oct. 11, 1894

Oct. 13, 1870

Circle. Moberly Fellowship Arlington America

. . . .

Pollock Mosaic Friend

.........................

18 44 39

33-A ..

. . . .

Oct. 31, 18'70 Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 13, 1870 Sept. 17, 1919

Oct. 16, 1884

48 54

Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 15, 1871

1967 353. 354. 355. 356. 357. 358. 359. 360. 361. 362. 363. 364. 365. 366. 367. 368. 369. 370. 371. 372. 373. 374. 375. 376.

377. 3'78. 379. 380. 381. 382. 383. 384. 385. 386. 387. 388. 389. 390. 391. 392. 393. 394. 395. 396. 397. 398. 399. 400. 401. 402. 403. 404. 405. 406. 407. 408. 409. 410. 411. 412. 413. 414.

179

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Barnesville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Hebron Adelphi. . . . . .. . . . . . Ancient Landmark .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. Northwest Garrett Tuscan Riddick Hiram Fraternal Higginsville Bayou Adair .. , Barry Crescent Hill Composite Williamstown Sheldon Non Pareil Belle

47 27 21 26

Sept. 27, 1906 Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 17, 1873

. 8 . 42 . 33-A. . 41 . 1 . 32 . 23 . 53 . 2 . 55 . 35 . 52 . 15 . 43 . 34 . 39

. . . . . . . . . . . .. · . . . . . . .. .

. ..

... .

Waynesville Kin~ Hill AnCIent Craft Berlin Billings Queen City Ionia

10 54 1 58

Pythagoras East Prairie Richland

55 50 38

Oct. 16, 1872 Sept. 29,1904 Oct. 18, 1901

Woodside

Oct. 13, 1871

Raytown Christian Bee Hive

59 59 11

Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 13, 1871

Western Light Gower Jasper Pike Decatur '" Carterville Malta Lowry City Rosendale Everton Malden Charleston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Montrose Louisville Iberia Joppa Appleton City Valley ......................... Greensburg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

41 11 44 16 55 44 24 37 9 42 60 50 37 29 38 46 37 9 2

Arcana. ..

Oct. 16, 1884 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 14,1880 Oct. 11,1888 Oct. 13, 1881 Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 11, 1883 Oct. 17, 1873 Sept.27,1906

9 6

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· . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. · . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. · . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. · . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

Oct. 19, 1888 Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 13, 1871 Mar. 19, 1906 Oct. 13, 1881 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 13, 18'71

Oct. 13,1871 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 17, 1873 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 12, 1893 Oct. 17, 1901 Oct. 17, 1873 Oct. 26, 1896 Oct. 15, 1885 Oct. 13, 1881 Oct. 12, 1893 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 17, 1902 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 17, 1873 Oct. 13, 1871

180 415. 416. 417. 418. 419. 420. 421. 422. 423. 424. 425. 426. 427. 428. 429. 430. 431. 432. 433. 434. 435. 436. 437. 438. 439.

1967

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Hunnewell . Cache . Whitewater . . . Star . Itaska . Urbana . Gate of the Temple . Galt . Samaritan . Green Ridge . Rothville . Glenwood . . . New Madrid Winona......................... . Competition..................... Macks Creek Wheeling Rockbridge . . . . Temperance . Mt. Olive . 440. Trowel . 44 I. Excelsior . 442. Burlington . 443. Anchor ......................•.. 444. Ada . 445. West Gate . 446. Ivanhoe . 447. Jacoby . 448. Schell City . 449. . . 450. Belton 451. . . 452. . . 453. Forsyth 454. Continental 455. . . 456. Wallace . 457. Jonesburg . 458. Melville . 459. Hazelwood . 460. Lambskin .....................•• 461. Caruthersville . 462.. Santa Fe . 463. Cilfton . 464. Concordia . 465. . . 466. Southwest 467. Pleasant Hope 468. . . 469. Plato 470. Nodaway 471. Mineral......................... 472. Pickering 473. Nineveh 474. . . 475. Golden 476. Mount Hope

14 33·A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 49

Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 13, 1881

37 33-A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 45 4 48 36 . 19 I .. .. . . . . ...

Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 15, 1886 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 15,1890 Oct. 16, 1872 Sept. 29, 1904 Oct. 21, 1897 Oct. 17, 1873

51 47

Oct. 17, 1873 Oct. 10, 1894

· . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. ... . . . ..

38 38 12 53

Oct. 15, 1891 Nov. 1,1878 Oct. 17, 1873 Oct. 21,1897 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 16, 1872 .. Oct. 13, 1881 . Oct. 16, 1872 . Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 1I, 1888 . Oct. 17, 1901 . Oct. 17, 1901 . Oct. 17,1873

45 49 49

. . .

7 33-A 23 57 22-B 6

43 34

· . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

Oct. 16. 1872 Oct. 21,1903

54 10 25 28 42 45 33-A 51 17 53 23

. Oct. 16, 1872 . Oct. 12, 1893 . Oct. 17, 1873 . Oct. 16, 1872 . Oct. 16, 1872 . Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 17, 1873 Oct. 13, 1881 Oct. 17, 18'73 Oct. 15, 1890 Oct. 17, 1873

56 41 46 7 44 7 29 42 23

Oct. 16, 1872

· . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. · . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. ............... ............... . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct.

15, 1874 16, 1872 17,1873 17, 1873 15, 1874

Oct. 15, 1874 Oct. 15, 1874

1967 477.

Henderson

478. 479.

Rich Hill 480. Jewel 481. Marceline 482. Clintonville 483. Fairfax 484. Kirkwood 485. Coldwater. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 486. Cairo 487. Chilhowee .. . . . . . . . .. 488. Lock Springs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 489. Lakeville 490. Montevallo 491. Vandalia 492. Daggett 493. 494. 495.

Lewistown . Unity..... .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .. 496. Robert Burns .......... 497. Equality ..... ......... 498. 499. 500. 501.

502. 503. 504. 505.

506. 507. 508.

181

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Harmony Jameson Buckner Philadelphia Prairie Home Platte City Euclid Lathrop Clearmont Saxton Van Buren New Hampton Skidmore Webb City Senath Granby ' Galena, Milford

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Oct. 29,1881 Oct. 17, 1878 Oct. 17, 1889 Oct. 15, 1874 Oct. 15, 1874 Oct. 15, 1874 Oct. 13, 1881 Oct. 20, 1875 Sept. 27, 1906 Oct. 15, 1874 Oct. 15, 1874 Oct. 15, 1874 Oct. 12, 1876 Oct. 12, 1876

35 34 13 43

8 57 34

18 36 10 50 43 27

28 15 43 53 39

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10 59 15 25

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· . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .......... · . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

57 11

7 9

Oct. 15, 1874

. . . . . . . ..

Oct. 12, 1876 Feb. 2, 1895 Oct. 11, 1877 Sept. 27,1906 Sept. 19, 1917 Oct. II, 1877 Oct. II, 187'7 Oct. II, 1877 Oct. 13, 1881 Oct. 13, 1881 Sept. 21, 1917 Oct. 12, 1882 Oct. 12, 1882

56 54 43

· . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. · . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. · . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. ......... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. · . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

Oct. 12, 1882 Oct. 12, 1882 Oct. 28,1925 Oct. 12, 1882 Oct. 12, 1882 Oct. 22,1902 Oct. 22, 1902 Oct. 12, 1882 Oct. 12, 1882

. . . . .

24 54

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Oct. 11, 1883 Oct. 22, 1896 Oct. 10, 1894 Oct. 11, 1883 Oct. 11, 1883

524. Spickardsville ............ 525. Cunningham 526. Wayne '.......................... 52'7. Higbee 528. Conway......................... 529. Apollo

4 19 52 18 38 57

509. 510. 511. 512. 513.

514. 515.

516.

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530. 531.

Lanes Prairie 532. Dexter 533. Comfort 534. Columbia 535. Blackwell 536. Ingomar 537. Bethel 538. Stella

. . . . . . . .

Oct. 16, 1884 Oct. 16, 1884

Oct. 15, 1885 Oct. 15, 1885 Oct. 15, 1885 Sept. 18, 1918

39 50

Oct. 15, 1885

Oct. 19, 1898 Oct. 13, 1887 Oct. 13, 1887 Oct. 13, 1887 Feb. 22,1888 . Oct. 17,1889

Oct. 13, 1887

40 53 14 56

. . . . . . . . . ..

182 539. 540. 541. 542. 543. 544. 545. 546. 547. 548. 549. 550. 551. 552. 553. 554. 555. 556. 557. 558. 559. 560. 561. 562. 563. 564. 565. 566. 567. 568. 569. 570. 571. 572. 573. 574. 575. 576.

1967

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Dawn Winigan . Jacksonville . Ferguson , .. ,. Mansfield Algabil ....................•.... Zalma Orient South Gate Clinton .. ('arl Junction Rose Hill Pendleton Calhoun Clarksburg Foster .... Summersville . Prairie

18 57 46 33·A 49 22-Ao 22-A ...... 37 44 57 48 37 31 35

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1967 60l. 602. 603. 604. 605. 606. 607. 608. 609. 610. 61 I. 612. 613. 614. 615. 616. 617. 618. 619. 620. 62l. 622. 623. 624. 625. 626. 627. 628. 629. 630. 631. 632. 633. 634. 635. 636. 637. 638. 639. 640. 641. 642. 643. 644. 645. 646. 647. 648. 649. 650. 651. 652. 653. 654. 655. 656. 657. 658. 659. 660. 661.

183

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Clayton Acacia Morehouse Walker Craig Eminence Strafford Warrenton Clark Centertown Mokane Wellston Mt. Washington Chaffee Brentwood Swope Park Grandview

. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Willard Anderson Norwood Overland Owensville Sheffield Magnolia

. . . . . . .

Mendon . . Valley Park East Gate '" . Tower Grove . Belgrade . Archie . Steele . Greentop . Freedom . Mountain View . Triangle ...................•..•• Mizpah .

¥~~~~;s .::::::::::::::::::::::::

Ben j. Franklin '" Northeast Grain Valley Clarkton Shaveh Noel Elmer University Parma Cleveland Pilgrim Shawnee Commonweal th Gardenville Country Club Pro~ess

Purity Alpha Holliday Theo. Roosevelt

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

57 26 50

Sept 30, 1908 Sept. 29,1909 Sept. 29, 1909

Sept. 29, 1909 Sept. 29, 1909 . Sept. 29, 1909 . Sept. 28,1910 . Sept. 19, 1917 . Sept. 28,1910 . Sept. 28, 1910 . Sept. 28,1911 Sept. 28, 1911 . Oct. 17, 1911 . Sept. 28, 1911 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sept 28, 1949 . Sept. 28, 1911 . Sept. 28,1911

47 45 30 18 31 27 57 59 49 57 22-B 59 45 56 46 57 32 22-A

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Sept. 25, 1912 Sept. 25, 1912 Sept. 25, 1912 . Sept. 28,1949 . Sept. 25,1912 . Sept. 25, 1912 Oct. 2, 1913

19 . 57 22-B . 33-B . 40 .. 34 ............. 51 . 1 . 57 '" 53 . 33-A . 57 . 57 . 33·B . 33-B. . . 22-A . 59 . .. 60 33-B . 56 . 14 . 57 . 51 34 .. ." 33-A . 36 ..

33·A 57 22-B 33-B 33-A. 22-A 17 33·B

. . .

. .

Oct. 28, 1925 Oct. 2, 1913 Oct. 2, 1913 Oct. 2,1913 Oct. 1, 1914 Oct. 1, 1914 Oct. 1, 1914 Oct. 22, 1924 Sept. 25, 1946 Sept. 29, 1915 Sept. 29,1915 Sept. 29, 1915 Sept. 21, 1916 Sept. 21, 1916 Sept. 21, 1916 Sept. 21, 1916 Sept. 21,1916 Dec. 15, 1948 Sept. 22, 1920 Sept. 22, 1920 Sept. 22, 1920 Sept. 22, 1920 Sept. 22,1920 Sept. 22, 1920 Sept. 21, 1921 Sept. 21,1921 Sept. 21,1921 Sept. 21, 1921 . Sept. 21, 1921 Sept. 21, 1921 Sept. 21, 1921 Sept. 21, 1921 Oct. 17, 1923 . Oct. 17, 1923

184 662. 663. 664. 665. 666. 667. 668. 669. 670.

1967

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

14 22·B

Clarence Rockhill Wardell Lilbourn Berkeley Florissant Crestwood Perryville

. , .. . . . .

. .

51 51 57 57 57 49

Oct. 22,1924 Oct. 28, 1925 Sept. 27.1951 Sept. 30. 1952 Sept. 29, 1953 Sept. 30, 1959 Sept. 27, 1961 Sept. 26, 1962

ALPHABETICAL LIST OF LODGES WITH DISTRICT NUMBERS A

No. 602 444 366 355 590 10 219 544 198 659 255 347 141 443 377 356 621 193 529 412 389 633 346 70 55 100 156 306 127 267 26

Name Location County Acacia. . Columbia..... . Boone... . Ada... . Orrick. . . . . . . . . Ray Adair.... . . . .. . Kirksville. . . .. . Adair Adelphi. . .. , Edgerton. . .. . Platte Advance. . Advance Stoddard Agency Agency Buchanan Albert Pike Kansas City Jackson Algabil St. Louis. . . . . . . ......... Allensville Allendale Worth Alpha N. Kansas City Clay Alton. . . . . . .. . Oregon .. . Alton America St. Louis. . . . . . . . .. Amsterdam Amsterdam. . . . Bates Anchor St. Louis. . . . . . . . . . . .. Ancient Craft King City. . . . . . . Gentry Harrisburg. . . . . . .. Boone Ancient Landmark Anderson...... . .. Anderson. . .. . McDonald Angcrona. . Missouri City .. Clay Apollo Creve Coeur St. Louis Appleton City. . Appleton City St. Clair Arcana Harris. .. . . . Sullivan Archie Archie. . . . . . . . . . Cass Arlington Dixon Pulaski Armstrong Armstrong. . . . . .. . .. Howard Arrow Rock. . . . . .. . Arrow Rock. . . . . .. Saline Greene Ash Grove Ash Grove. .. . . Ashland.... . Ashland. . . . . Boone Ashlar.... . Commerce Scott Athens Albany. . . . Gentry Aurora St. Louis ' " Ava....... . Ava Douglas

District 26 23 2 21 50 9 22·B 33-A 6 22-A 53 . 33-A 35 33-A 6 26 56 11 .. 57 37 3 34 89 25 24 45 26 49 6 33-B 46

217 353 591 116 367 365 3 393 632 373 450 170

Barbee........ . Barnesville Barnett. Barnes Barry Bayou Beacon...... . Bee Hive Belgrade Belle Belton. . Benevolence............

Sweet Springs . Saline Ellington. . . . . .Reynolds Barnett. . . . . . Morgan CabooL....... .. ..Texas' Washburn. . . . Barry Bakersfield. . Ozark St. Louis. . . . .. . Lawson. . . . . Ray Bel~rade Washington Belle ...............•.Maries Belton. . . Cass Utica. . . . . Livingston

24 .47 58 46 55 53 33-B 11 40 39 34 . 12

1967 642 667 378 573 97 537 379 150 41 535 153 102 337 101 195 45 597 587 135 334 616 80 86 269 203 233 501 442 254

Benjamin Franklin Berkeley Berlin Bernie Bethany Bethel Billings Birming Bismarck Blackwell Bloomfield Bloomington Blue Springs Bogard Bolivar Bonhomme Bosworth Branson. . . . . . Braymer. . . . Breckenridge Brentwood. . . Bridgeton. . . . Brookfield. . . . . . Brotherhood .. Brumley. Bucklin Buckner. Burlington. Butler. . . . .

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

St. Louis. . . . . . . . .. . Berkeley St. Louis Fairport. . . . . . De Kalb Bernie. . . . . . . . Stoddard Bethany. . . . Harrison Bethel. . . . . . . Shelby Billings Christian Faucett. . . . .. Buchanan Bismarck. . St. Francois Blackwell. St. Francois Bloomfield Stoddard Bevier....... . Macon Blue Springs. . Jackson Bogard. . . . . . Carroll Bolivar. . . . . . Polk Ballwin St. Louis Bosworth Carroll . Branson . Taney . . Braymer Caldwell Breckenridge Caldwell . .Brentwood. . . . St. Louis . .. St. John St. Louis Brookfield , Linn . St. Joseph. . . . . Buchar!an . Brumley. . . . Miller Bucklin... . . . Linn . Buckner. . . . . ] ackson Burlington Jct.. .. Nodaway . Butler. . . . . . . .. . Bates

185 33-B 57 10 60

5 14 54 9 48 .40 50 14 59 20 .41 57 20 54 12 12 57 57 13 9 38 13 59 7 35

c 416 328 486 552 183 38 63 169 284 231 549 249 401 197 461 147 305 172 611 59 615 185 331 407 487 392 342 662 610

Cache...... . .. St. Louis. . . . ............. Cainsville. . Cainsville Harrison Cairo Cairo. . . . . . . . Randolph Calhoun Calhoun. . . . . Henry California..... . California. . . Moniteau Callao........ . .. Callao. . . . . .. Macon . Cambridge...... .Slater. . . . . . Saline Camden Point. Camden Point Platte Canopy............ . .Aurora. . . . . . . Lawrence Cardwell Cardwell .Dunklin Carl Junction. . . Carl Junction Jasper Carroll............ . Norborne Carroll . Carterville Carterville. . . Jasper Carthage......... . Carthage...... .. .Jasper .. Caruthersville Caruthersville... . .. Pemiscot Cass Harrisonville. . . .Cass Cecile Daylight Kansas City. . . . .. Jackson Censer............. . Macon . .. Macon . .. Centertown Centertown Cole Centralia Centralia... . . .. Boone....... . Chaffee Chaffee. . . . . . .. Scott Chamois Chamois. " Osage Charity.... . St. Joseph. . Buchanan Charleston Charleston. . .. Mississippi Chilhowee. . Chilhowee . Johnson Christian Oak Grove . Jackson Circle.... . Roscoe. . . . .St. Clair Clarence Clarence. . .. Shelby Clark. . Clark . . . . . .. Randolph .. .

. 33-A 5 18 37 31 14 24 21 55 60 .44 20 44 44 51 34 22-A 14 31 26 .49 31 9 50 36 59 37 14 18

553 559 17

645 207 601 507

651 463 520

161 548 482 274 485 595

168 534 533

654 120 432 369

464 454 528 36

265 323 600

282 656

561 287 606

519 368 669

586 312

Clarksburg Clarksdale.. . Clarksville Clarkton Clay Clayton Clearmont Cleveland Clifton Clifton Heights Clifton Hill Clinton Clintonville Cold Spring Coldwater Cole Camp Colony Columbia Comfort Commonwealth Compass Competition Composite Concordia Continental. Conway Cooper Cormthian Cornerstone Cosby Cosmos Country Club Cowgill Craft Craig Crane Crescent Hill Crestwood

g~:~~~i~~

525 Cunningham 227

1967

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

186

Cypress

Clarksburg . . Moniteau Clarksdale De Kalb Clarksville Pike Clarkton Dunklin Excelsior Springs Clay Clayton St. Louis Clearmont. Nodaway Cleveland. . . . .. . Cass Thayer. . . . . . . . Oregon St. Louis. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . Clifton Hill Randolph Clinton Henry El Dorado Springs Cedar Leeton. . . . . . . .Johnson Drexel. . . . . . . . .. . Cass Cole Camp Benton Knox City Knox Pacific Franklin Wheaton Barry St. Louis Parkville Platte Competition Laclede Doniphan Ripley Concordia Lafayette Stewartsville. . . . . . . . . De Kalb Conway Laclede Boonville Cooper Warrensburg .J ohnson St. Louis Cosby Andrew St. Louis '" Kansas City Jackson Cowgill 'Caldwell Canton Lewis Craig Holt Crane , . Stone Adrian Bates Crestwood St. Louis

31 10 16 60 11 57

7 .

34 53 33-A 18

37 .43 36 34 36 2 32 55 33-A 21 38 52 23 10 38 25 36 33-B

9 33-B 22-B 12 15 8 54 35 57

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Sumner Laclede

Chariton Linn

19 13

Montgomery Livingston . Lawrence Worth Shannon . . Jefferson Carroll . .Stoddard Linn " .Webster

28 12 55 6

492 539 400

88 ]37 119 39 532 325 300

Daggett Dawn Decatur Defiance Delphian De Soto De Witt Dexter Dockery Doric

McKittrick Dawn Pierce City. . . Sheridan Birch Tree De Soto. . . . . . De Witt Dexter. . . . . Meadville.. . Elkland

47 40 20 50 13 .45

285 630 384

Earl East Gate East Prairie

Coffey Kansas City East Prairie

Daviess Jackson Mississippi

10 22-B 50

1967

187

(;RAND LODGE OF .MISSOURI

St. Clair 575 Easter Edina 291 Edina 318 648 ~l~o:ra.~~ .. '. '. '. '. '. '. '. '. '. '. '. '. '. '. ~f~~~: Flat River 599 Elvins Eminence 607 Eminence Eolia. . . . . . . 14 Eolia Newburg. 497 Equality St. Louis 121 Erwin. . .. . Essex 278 Essex Overland 505 Euclid Brunswick 73 Eureka New Haven 27 Evergreen Everton 405 Everton Ewing" 577 Ewing . Excello 332 Excello. . 441 Excelsior Jackson.

Franklin Knox

32 2

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St. Francois Shannon . Pike . . .. Phelps . .. Stoddard St. Louis. . Chariton Franklin .. . Dade Lewis Macon Cape Girardeau

48 .47 16 39 33-B 50 .57 19 32 42 15 14 .. .49

483 290 44 132 47 345 281 542 339 23 668 214 578 453 554 212 192 363 636 352 89 48

Fairfax Fairmont Fair Play Farmington Fayette Fellowship Fenton Ferguson Fidelity Florida Florissant.. Forest City FOrest Park Forsyth Foster Four Mile Frankford Fraternal Freedom Friend Friendship Fulton

Fairfax. . . . .. . Atchison Wyaconda Clark Fair Play Polk Farmington St. Francois Fayette Howard Joplin Jasper Fenton St. Louis..... Ferguson St. Louis. . . . . Farley Platte Florida Monroe Berkeley St. Louis . . .. . Forest City Holt St. Louis. . . . . . . . . . . .. . Forsyth Taney Foster Bates Campbell Dunklin Frankford Pike Robertsville Franklin Mehlville St. Louis. . . . . .. . Ozark Christian Chillicothe Livingston Fulton Callaway

8 I 41 48 25 .44 .57 .57 21

17 57 8 33-B 54 35 60 16 32 57 54 12 27

G 515 106 423 655 359 522 422 125 9 427 475 218 72 397 289 644

Galena Galena. . Stone Gallatin Gallatin. . Daviess Galt Galt. Grundy Gardenville Gardenville St. Louis. . Garrett Arcola Dade Gate City Kansas City Jackson Gate of the Temple Springfield Greene Gentryville Gentryville. . Gentry George Washington St. Louis. . . . . . . . . . . . . Glenwood Glenwood Schuyler Golden Golden City Barton Good Hope '" St. Louis Gorin............... . . Gorin Scotland Gower Gower Clinton Graham Graham Nodaway Grain Valley Grain Valley Jackson

54 10 4 57 42 22-A .45 6 33-A I .42 33-A 1 II 7 59

188 514 579 2'76 618 272 66 173 159 425 414 635 107 178

1967

PROCEEDINGS OF THE Granby........ . Grandin Grand River Grandview Granite Grant City Gray Summit . . Green City Green Ridge Greensburg Greentop Greenville Griswold... .

Granby Newton Grandin Carter Freeman Cass Grandview Jackson Sedalia , ,Pettis "", Grant City Worth Gray Summit Franklin Green City Sullivan Green Ridge. . Pettis Baring. . . . . . . . . Knox Greentop. . . . . . Schuyler Greenville. . ..Wayne Bellflower. . . . . . Montgomery

, .. "

56 .47 34 59 36 6

32 3 36 2 1 52 28

. Hale Carroll 20 216 Hale City. . . . . Hallsville. . . . . . . .. .. Boone ,.26 336 Hallsville. . . . Hamilton. , Caldwell , 12 224 Hamilton ]88 Hannibal , Hannibal. . . . . .. . Marion "".,.".,.,15 322 , ' .·~~-A 499 ~:~~~~y:::.:::::::::::~~~~~is·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.'.'.·.·.·.~~~ ..' ,.,' .. ,'.'.' '.'.' 171 Hartford Hartford Putnam ,., .. '".,.".,. 3 21 Havana , " .. , McFall , .. ".. .Gentry,.""",., .. ,.,. 6 571 Hayti ,., ,. Hayti .. , , . , . . . . . Pemiscot , , 51 459 Hazelwood , " .Seymour. , . . . . . .. .. Webster "" 45 354 Hebron, .. , , , , . , , .Mexico ,.... . Audrain .' " , .27 117 Helena. , . . .. . .. ".,'., Rochester. . . . .... Andrew ,.,."" , 9 37 Hemplc., " ,." .. Hemple. . Clinton ,., .. " ,.11 477 Henderson. , . , , .. Rogersville .. , .. , Webster ",.,.", 45 338 Herculaneum Herculaneum .. : .Jefferson ,., .. , 40 123 Hermann. . . . . . .Hermann Gasconade ",.,."".32 288 Hermitage , , . Hermitage .. , Hickory ".".41 187 Hermon Liberal Barton ", 43 104 Heroine. , Kansas City Jackson 22-B 211 Hickory Hill , , .. Eugene ,, Cole ,.""".,.", .. 31 527 Higbee Higbee ,Randolph "., .. , 18 364 Higginsville Higginsville Lafayette .,., " .. , .. 23 362 Hiram, . , , , , Kahoka , ,Clark .. " ", ,.. 1 279 Hogles Creek , , Wheatland. . Hickory .,., ,., 41 262 Holden , Holden Johnson ." , .. ,.,., .. 36 660 Holliday , , Holliday, , Monroe , "", 17 49 Holt ,, , Holt. . . . . . . . . .Clay 11 251 Hope .. , Washington Franklin, 32 239 Hopewell Lesterville Reynolds .. .., , 47 215 Hornersville " .. , . Hornersville. , Dunklin 60 4 Howard. , , New Franklin Howard 25 130 Hume Hume ,. . , Bates , 35 32 Humphreys. .. . Humphreys ,Sullivan "."" .. ,. 3 415 Hunnewell. . , Hunnewell. . Shelby , 14 30 Huntsville. . Huntsville. . . . . Randolph , 18

410

581 76 54 536 381 154

Iberia .. , . , , , , Iberia , , Illmo , , Illmo ,.,, Independence. , " .. Independence Index. , . , , , , Garden City Ingomar. , ' .. "" Willow Springs Ionia , , , , .Eldon .. , Ionic. . . . . . . . . . Desloge, ,

Miller , Scott ." Jackson Cass Howell , , .Miller St. Francois .. ,

,.38

", .. ".49 59 34

58 .48

1967

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

143 Irondale 420 Haska 446 Ivanhoe

Irondale St. Louis Kansas City

82 541 447 500 564 398 43 640 315 480 164 321 457 335 411

Linneus Jacksonville Darlington Jameson Jamesport. Jasper .Jefferson City Jennings Jerico Springs Pleasant Hill Hillsboro Denver Jonesburg Joplin Hartville

Washington

189

Jackson

.40 33-A 22-B

Linn Randolph Gentry Daviess Daviess Jasper Cole 51. Louis Cedar Cass Jefferson Worth Montgomery Jasper Wright

15 18 6 10 10 44 31 57 .42 34 40 6 28 .44 46

J Jackson Jacksonville Jacoby Jameson Jamesport. Jasper Jefferson Jennings Jerusalem JeweL Joachim Jonathan Jonesburg Joplin Joppa

220 311 68 243 376 105 484 245 582

Kansas City Kearney Kennett Keystone King Hill Kirksville Kirkwood Knob Noster Koshkonong

Kansas City Jackson Kearney Clay Kennett Dunklin St. Louis. . . . . . . . . . . . .. St. Joseph Buchanan Kirksville Adair Kirkwood St. Louis Knob Noster .johnson Koshkonong Oregon

222 83 115 489 292 460 574 531 237 253 592 506 145 598 77 494 149 31 302 66G 138 326 152 51

La Belle Laclede Laddonia Lakeville Lamar Lambskin La Monte Lanes Prairie La Plata Laredo La Russell Lathrop Latimer Leadwood Lebanon Lewistown Lexington Liberty Lick Creek Lilbourn Lincoln Linn Linn Creek Livingston

La Belle Lewis Lebanon Laclede Laddonia Audrain Bell City Stoddard Lamar Barton St. Louis. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. La Monte Pettis Vichy Maries La Plata Macon Laredo Grundy La Russell Jasper Lathrop Clinton Licking Texas Leadwood St. Francois Steelville Crawford Lewistown Lewis Lexington Lafayette Liberty Clay Perry Ralls Lilbourn New Madrid Fill more Andrew Linn Osage Camdenton Camden Glasgow Howard

22-A 11 60 33-B 9 2 57 36 53

15 38 27 50 43 33-A 36 39 14 4 .44 11 39 .48 39 15 23 11 17 51 9 31 38 25

190

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

521 Lockwood 488 Lock Springs 257 Lodge of Light 259 Lodge of Love 268 Lodge of Truth 128 Lorraine 409 Louisville 403 Lowry City

Lockwood Lock Springs Eagleville Lancaster Atlanta Ridgeway Louisville Lowry City

1967

Dade Daviess Harrison Schuyler Macon Harrison Lincoln St. Clair

.42 10 5 1 14 5 29 37

Camden Monroe

38 17 33-A 8 60 24 46 57 13 48 22-B 59 30 .42 1 19 57 4 33-A 24 1 .43 55 18 44 33-B 57 18 41 27 55 31 17 43 28 15 37 50 50 .48 29 8 23 33-B 45 55 59 53 46

433 91 626 112 406 402 543 566 481 I 10 569 324 260 458 16 628 313 35 2 85 244 5 I6 567 151 471 I 639 344 144 612 129 295 64 490 246 58 408 603 184 351 558 294 476 40 439 99 614 327 158

Macks Creek Madison

Macks Creek Madison Ma~nolia St. Louis Maitland Maitland Malden Malden Malta Malta Bend 1\1ansfield Mansfield Maple\~'ood Maplewood MarcelIne Marceline Marcus Fredericktown Marlborough Kansas City Independence McDonald Mechanicsville Defiance Melville Dadeville Memphis Memphis Mendon Mendon Meramec Eureka Mercer Princeton Meridian St. Louis Miami Miami Middle Fabius Downing Milford................ Milford Miller Miller Milton Milton M~neral Oronogo Missouri 路St. Louis Mizpah Ferguson Moberly Moberly Modern Humansville Mokane Mokane Mon~tt. Monett Momteau -Jamestown Monroe Monroe City MOnLcvallo Montevallo Montgomery Montgomery City Monticello Monticello Montrose Montrose Morehouse Morehouse Morley Morley Mosaic Belleview Moscow Moscow Mills Mound City Mound City Mount Hope Odessa Moun t Moriah St. Louis Mt. Olive Rogersville, R. 3 Mt. Vernon Mt. Vernon Mount Washington Independence Mt. Zion West Plains Mountain Grove Mountain Grove

Holt Dunklin Saline Wright St: Louis Lmn Madison Jackson Jackson St. Charles Dade Scotland Chariton St.Louis Mercer Saline . . Schuyler Barton Lawrence Randolph Jasper St. Louis Randolph Polk Callaway Barry Moniteau Monroe Vernon Montgomery Lewis Henry New Madrid Scott Iron Lincoln Holt Lafayette Webster Lawrence Jackson Howell Wright

1967 637 221

Mountain View Mystic Tie........

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI Mountain View Oak Ridge

Howell Cape Girardeau

191 53 49

25 568 560 24'7 60 510 199 307 429 270 473 470 647 372 643 157 358 G22

Naphtali Naylor Nelson Neosho New Bloomfield New Hampton New Hope New London New Madrid New Salem Nineveh Nodaway Noel. Non Pareil Northeast. North Star Northwest. Norwood

St. Louis Naylor Nelson Neosho New Bloomfield New Hampton Elsberry New London New Madrid Winfield , Olney Maryville Noel. East Lynne Kansas City Rock Port Tarkio Norwood

163 576 139 546 :;18 303 317 7 623 624

OccidentaL Olive Branch Oregon Orient Oriental Osage........ . Osborn O'Sullivan Overland Owensville

St. Louis S1. Louis Oregon Kansas City Blackburn Nevada Osborn Walnut Grove Overland Owensville

33-B Ripley 52 Saline 24 Newton 56 Callaway 27 Harrison 5 Lincoln 29 Ralls 17 New Madrid 51 Lincoln 29 Lincoln 29 Nodaway 7 McDonald 56 Cass 34 Jackson 22-A Atchison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 8 Atchison 8 Wright 46

o Holt Jackson Saline Vernon De Kalb Greene 5t. Louis Gasconade

33-B 33-B 8 22-A 24 .43 10 .45 57 32

24 I 18 19 650 308 65 11 330 319 551 670 92 502 136 472 399 652 182 469 504 113

Palestine Palmyra Paris Union Parma Parrolt Pattonsburg Pauldingville Paul Revere Paulville Pendleton Perryville Perseverance Philadelphia Phoenix Pickering Pike Pilgrim Pilot Knob Plato Platte City Plattsburg

St. Charles Palmyra Paris Parma Maysville Pattonsburg Wright City St. Louis Hurdland Doe Run Perryville Louisiana Philadelphia Bowling Green Pickering Curryville St. Louis Richville Plato Platte City Plattsburg

St. Charles Marion Monroe New Madrid De Kalb Daviess Warren '" Knox St. Francois Perry Pike Marion Pike Nodaway Pike Douglas Texas Platte Clinton

30 15 17 51 10 10 30 33-A 2 .48 .49 16 15 16

7 16 33-A .46 .46 21 11

192 160 142 467 176 79 349 232 95 209 131 556 503 179 657 658 190 596 180 383

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Pleasant Pleasant Grove Pleasant Hope Point Pleasant Polar Star Pollock Polo Pomegranate Poplar Bluff pot?S! prame Prairie Home Pride of the West.

Morrisville Polk Otterville Cooper Pleasant Hope Polk Conran New Madrid St. Louis. . . . . . . . . . . .. . Pollock Sullivan 1'010 Caldwell St. Louis ' Poplar Bluff Butler P<;>tosi. .. ~ Was~ington GIlman City HarTIson Prairie Home Cooper St. Louis. . . . . . . . . . . .. Pro~ress St. Louis ' PUrIty................. Creve Coeur 路St. Louis Putnam Newtown Sullivan Puxico Puxico Stoddard Pyramid St. Louis " Pythagoras Cassville Barry

1967 .41 25 .41 51 33- B 3 12 33-A 52 .40 5 25 33-A 33-1\ 57 3 50 33-H 55

380 Queen City 196 Quitman

Queen City Quitman

Schuyler Nodaway

Ralls Nodaway Ray Jackson Greene Bates Pulaski Ray Dallas Platte Ozark Ozark Jackson Phelps St. Louis Andrew Chariton Platte Jackson Buchanan Cole Scotland

17 7 23 59 45 35 38 23 .41 21 53 53 22-B 39 57 9 19 21 22-A 9 31 1

Dent Ste. Genevieve Chariton St. Francois Ozark Monroe Jasper Andrew Buchanan Vernon

39 48 19 48 53 17 44 9 9 43

33 201 223 391 570 479 385 57 361 13 496 435 663 213 550 404 426 204 316 238 90 572

Ralls Ravenwood Ray Raytown Republic Rich Hill Richland Richmond Riddick Rising Sun Robert Burns Rockbridge Rockhill Rolla Rose Hill Rosendale Rothville Rowley RuraL Rushville Russellville Rutledge

Center Ravenwood Camden Raytown Republic Rich Hill Richland Richmond Buffalo Kansas City Gainesville Almartha Kansas City Rolla Creve Coeur Rosendale Rothville. . . . .. Dearborn Kansas City Rushville Russellville Ru tledge

225 Salem 226 Saline 208 Salisbury 424 Samaritan 298 Sampson 462 Santa Fe 293 Sarcoxie 71 Savannah 508 Saxton 448 Schell City

Salem St. Marys Salisbury Bonne Terre .Theodosia Santa Fe Sarcoxie Savannah St. Joseph Schell City

1967

193

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

126 Seaman 236 Sedalia 513 Senath 585 Shamrock 646 Shaveh 653 Shawnee 625 Sheffield 256 Shekinah 228 Shelbina 371 Sheldon 310 Sikeston 75 Silex 511 Skidmore 271 Solomon 206 Somerset 200 Sonora 547 South Gate 466 Southwest. 296 Sparta 524 Spickardsville 96 St. Andrews 273 St. Clair 588 St. Francisville 234 St. Francois 230 St. James 28 St. John's 78 St. Joseph 20 St. Louis 93 St. Mark's 109 Stanberry 419 Star 133 Star of the West. 634 Steele 538 Stella 283 Stockton 608 Strafford 174 Sturgeon 69 Sullivan 555 Summersville 263 Summit 61'7 Swope Park

Milan Sedalia Senath Shamrock St. Louis Warsaw Kansas City Festus Shelbina Sheldon Sikeston. . .. . Silex Skidmore Springfield Powersville Watson Kansas City Southwest City Sparta Spickard Shelbyville Osceola Wayland Libertyville St. James Hannibal St. .Joseph St. Louis Cape Girardeau Stanber.ry Tabervllle Ironton Steele Stella " Stockton Strafford Sturgeon Sullivan Summersville Lee's Summit. Kansas City

565 438 299 177 661 56 631 III 638 205 641 122 440 34 360 114 12

Tebbetts Smithville Kansas City HOllston St. Louis Tipton St. Louis Trenton St. Louis Marshall St. Louis Triplett Marble Hill Troy St. Louis Columbia Caledonia

Sullivan Pettis Dunklin Callaway , Benton Jackson Jefferson Shelby Vernon Scott Lincoln Nodaway Greene Putnam Atchison Jackson McDonald Christian Grundy Shel by St. Clair Clark St. Francois Phelps Marion Buchanan

3 36 60 27 33-B 36 22-A .40 14 43 50 29

' Cape Girardeau Gentry St. Clair Iron Pcmiscot Newton Cedar Greene Boone 路Franklin Texas .Jackson Jackson

45 3 8 22-A 56 54 4 14 37 1 48 39 15 9 33- B .49 6 37 48 51 56 .42 .45 26 32 46 59 22-B

Tebbetts Temperance Temple Texas Theodore Roosevelt Tipton Tower Grove Trenton Triangle Tril umina Trinity Triplett TroweL Troy Tuscan Twilight. Tyro

Callaway Clay Jackson Texas Moniteau Grundy Saline ' Chariton Bollinger Lincoln " Boone Washington

27 11 22-A 46 33-B 31 33.B 4 33-A 24 33-B 19 .49 29 33-A 26 .40

194

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1967

593 124 210 5 495 649 421

Union Union Star Unionville United Unity University Urbana

Union Union Star Unionville Springfield Richards Clayton Urbana. .

Franklin De Kalb Putnam Greene Vernon St. LOUIS Dallas

32 10 3 .45 43 57 .41

Andrew St. LotHS Carter Audrain Morgan Maries Clinton

9 57 47 27 ..58 39 11

v 413 VaHey 629 Valley Park 509 Van Buren 491 Vandalia 320 Versailles. .., 94 Vienna 62 Vincil

Bolckow Valley Park Van Buren Vandalia Versailles Vicnna .. . Cameron

w 52 605 456 665 74 609 87 61 526 375 512 98 84 22 GI3 194 46 445 103 396 ]5 53 340 202 434 162 417 620 ;170 29 540 430 277 387 24

Wakanda Walker Wallace Wardell Warren Warrenton Washington Waverly Wayne Waynesville Wcbb City Webster Webster Groves Wellington Wellston Wellsville Wentzville West Gate West View Western Light Westcrn Star Weston Westport. Westville Wheeling Whitesville Whitewater Willard Williamstown Windsor Winigan Winona Wm. D. Muir Woodside Wyaconda

Carrollton Walker. Bunceton Wardell Keytesville Warrenton Grcenfield Waverly Piedmont Wayncsville Webb City Marshfield Webster Groves De Kalb Wellston Wellsville Wentzville Brentwood Millersville Louisburg 'Vinston Weston Kansas City Westville Wheeling Whitesville Whitewater Willard Williamstown Windsor Winigan Winona Pilot Grove Thomasville La Grange

Xenia

Hopkins.

Carroll Vernon Cooper Pemiscot Chariton 'Varren Dade La(ayette Wayne Pulaski Jasper Webster St. Louis Buchanan St. Louis Montgomery St. Charles St. Louis Cape Girardeau DaIlas Daviess Platte Jackson Chariton Livingston Andrew Cape Girardeau Greene Lewis Henry Sullivan Shannon Cooper Oregon Lewis

20 .43 25 51 19 30 42 23 52 38 44 45 57 9 57 28 30 .57 49 41 10 21 22-B 19 12 9 49 45 15 37 3 .47 25 53 15

.50

Nodaway

1967

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

195

563

York.

Kansas City.

.... Jackson ..

22-B

Z 545 189

Zalma... Zeredatha

Zalma St. Joseph

. .

.. Bollinger . Buchanan

49 9

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FIRST DISTRICT-GEORGE DAVIDSON, D.D.G.M., 437 E. Jackson, Memphis, Mo. 63555 County Lodges Clark ......... Fairmont ........ Eldorado ......... Hiram ........... " " ......... St. Francisville ... Scotland ...... Memphis ........ Gorin .......... , Rutledge ......... Sch,?yler: '. :::'. Middle Fabius .... Lodge of Love .... Queen City .......

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Location No.1 290lWyaconda ....... 318 Luray ....•..... 362 Kahoka ...•..... 588 Wayland ........ 16 Memphis ........ 72 Gorin ........... 572 Rutledge ........ 244 Downing ........ 259 Lancaster ....... 380 Queen City ...... I Glenwood ......•. 427lGlenwood ....... Greentop ........ 635 Greentop ........

Secretary Chester L. Smith, Wyaconda, Mo. 63474 ......... Paul T. Foster, Arbela, Mo. 63432 ................ E. C. Dinger, 362 N. Morgan, Kahoka, Mo. 63445 .. Norman S. Brammer, Alexandria, Mo. 63430 ...... Pearl L. Stivers, Memphis, Mo. 63555 ............. James E. Reynolds, Box 36, Gorin, Mo. 63543 ..... Jewel E. Mason, Rutledge, Mo. 63563 ............ Roy W. Farris, Box 26, Downing, Mo. 63536 ...... Perry M. Stacy, Lancaster, Mo. 63548 ............ Eugene Slaughter, Jr., Box 73, Queen City, Mo. 63561 ........................ Fred R. Weldon ...... George J. McGoldrick, Glen wood, Mo. 63541 ....... James F. Mikel, Jr... Bryan F. Arnold, Box 146, Greentop, Mo. 63546 ....

Master James B. Shaffer ..... Bub Trueblood ....... East Burke .......... Floyd Wright ........ George Davidson ..... Harold G. McLeland .. Lawrence Bergess .... Forrest Harris ....... John A. Gifford ...... Robert F. Slaughter ..

Time of Meeting 2nd & 4th Mon. 1st & 3rd Mon. 1st & 3rd Fri. 1st & 3rd Th. 1st Th. 1st & 3rd Th. 1st & 3rd Mon. 2nd Th. 2nd & 4th Frio 2nd & 4th Tu. 1st & 3rd Th. 2nd & 4th Mon.

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SECOND DISTRICT-DALE GARDNER, D.D.G.M.. 3 Overbrook Drive, Kirksville, Mo. 63501 Adair

1 Kirksville

. 1051 KirksviIle

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. Colony Edina Paulville Greensburg

366 IKirksville

. 168/Knox City . 291/Edina . 319 Hurdland . 414IBaring

. Ray E. Ambrosia . Warren T. Miller . Lloyd E. Parrish . Ralph E. Ervin . C. Robertson, Jr . Ralph Johnston

. Dee Bailey, 1402 S. Downing St., Kirksville, Mo. 63501. . George M. Longwith, P.O. Box 762, Kirksville, Mo. 63501 . Leland E. McReynolds, Knox City, Mo. 63446 . James L. Cornelius, Edina, Mo. 63537 . Glenn Scott, Rt. I, Brashear, Mo. 63533 . J. J. Pearce, Baring, Mo. 63531

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. Humphreys . Seaman . Green City . Putnam . Pollock . Arcana ..•....... Winhmn .

. James E. Morrow .... Homer L. Dickerson, Livonia, Mo. 63551 .. . Kenneth O. Ferguson. Virgil W. Carter, Route 2, Powersville, Mo. 64672 210/Unionville . N orman Couchman .. John W. Rhodes, 1610 Main St., Unionville, Mo. 63565 32IHumphreys . Bobby J. Allen . John F. Boehner, Humphreys, Mo. 64646 . J. O. Harris, Milan, Mo. 63556 126\Milan . E. W. Simpson . H. C. Higgens . Wayne Bennett, Green City, Mo. 63545 159 Green City . Eugene D. Mallette, Kewtown, Mo. 64667 190iNewtown . K. E. Brees . John H. Dennis, Route 4, Milan, Mo. 63556 349IPollock •......... Forrest T. Page 389: Harris . Max C. Wescoat . Cecil M. Clem, Box 68, Harris, Mo. 64645 . O. L. Romine . W. Ellis Ware, Winigan, Mo. 63566 540 !Winigan

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FOURTH DISTRICT-CHARLES H. STICKLER, D.D.G.M., 8 Town & Country, Trenton, Mo. 64683 Grundy " Mercer.'

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Delbert Gentry . George Thorne ..•.... E. H. Berry, Sr . Pete Taylor . Clarence M. Newby ..

Stanley McKemy, Box 286. Trenton, Mo. 64683 Carl C. Rains, Laredo, Mo. 64652 Charles H. Barnett, Galt. Mo. 64641 Gaylord E. Shaw, Box 358, Spickard, Mo. 64679 Eugene E. Stacy, 1008 E. Hickland, Princeton. Mo. 64673

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FIFTH DISTRICT-LOREN R. THOMPSON, D.D.G.M.. Cainsville, Mo. 64632 Har:;ison

. Bethany Lorraine Lodge of Light Cainsville Ne,,! ~ampton PraIrIe

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Melvin B. Haas C. L. Carson Ben Lasswell Archie Young D. Ray Snipes Gale N. Manville

. Leland G. Magee, Box 9, Bethany, Mo. 64424 . Lloyd A. Elifrits. Ridgeway, Mo. 64481. . Beryl Arkle, Eagleville. Mo. 64442 . Loren R. Thompson, Cainsville, Mo. 64632 . Steven D. Lundy, New Hampton, Mo. 64471. . Floyd E. Eberhart, Gilman City, Mo. 64642

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Leslie Gray E. Eugene Hall. George W. Gist .. , C. Max Lykins

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Jack Spikings . Earl Martin . B. J. Ray, Jr . Guy L. Allee . Harold J. Richardson. Rex G. Malson .

H. Hovey lVlanring, McFall. Mo. 64657 . Beverly P. McClure, Rt. 3, Stanberry, Mo. 64489 .. Billie E. Crawford, Rt. 2, Albany, Mo. 64402 . L. Frank Smith, 806 N. College Ave., Albany, Mo. 64402 , . Walter Miller, King City, Mo. 64463 . Marvin C. Miller, Darlington, Mo. 64438 . J. V. Stephenson, Grant City, Mo. 64456 . Cleo A. Seckman, Sheridan, Mo. 64486 . Ortis C. Hammer, Allendale, Mo. 64420 . Clyde J. Pryor, Box 65, Denver, Mo. 64441 .

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Xenia Quitman Ravenwood Graham Burlington Nodaway Pickering Clearmont Skidmore

50jHoPkins . Maurice D. Riley ..... . 196 Quitman . William Everhart. Jr. . 201lRavenwood . N. B. Henry 289 Graham . George R. Kiser . . 442 Burlington Jet . Marlin F. Slagle . . 470IMaryville Isaac G. Miller . .

Harley 1. Whaley, Rt. 2, Hopkins, Mo. 64461. . Elmer Day, Quitman, Mo. 64478 . Glen B. Goodson, Box 185, Ravenwood, Mo. 64419 Wayne Warner, Rt. 1, Graham, Mo. 64455 . Richard F. Meek, Burlington Junction, Mo. 64428. Walter E. Smith, 136 South Vine St.• Maryville, Mo. 64468 . . 4721 Pickering .. James L. Piveral. . James C. Ware, Box 23, Pickering, Mo. 64476 . . 507lClearmont•...... Wm. F. Humphrey . Raymond O. Porterfield, Clearmont, Mo. 64431 . . 511 Skidmore . Ernie E. Reed . Earl W. Sharp. Route 2, Skidmore, Mo. 64487 .

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EIGHTH DISTRICT-EMIL J. BRATRUD, D.D.G.M., 310 Cass Street, Rock Port, Mo. 64482 Lodges IN o. I Location . North Star ...••.. 157 Rock Port . Sonora.......... 200 Watson •........ Northwest....... 358 Tarkio ••........ Fairfax 483 Fairfax . Holt •......••. Maitland .•••••... 112 Maitland . Oregon. . . . . . . . .. 139 Oregon ..•...... Count>Atchison

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Secretary Time of Meeting Emil J. Bratrud, Rock Port, Mo. 64482 . 2nd & 4th Mon. Willis L. Barnhart. Watson, Mo. 64496 . 1st & 3rd Th. Richard A. Halliday, Box 294, Tarkio, Mo. 64491 .. 2nd & 4th Th. Newell D. Green, Box 127, Fairfax, Mo. 64446 . 2nd & 4th Tu. Wm. A. Richardson, Maitland, Mo. 64466 . 2nd & 4th Tu. E. Franklin Caton, Route 2, Box 68, Oregon, Mo. 64473 'j2nd & 4th Wed. 1st & 3rd Th. Forest City ..•.• '1214/ Forest City '1 Sam Lininger . Clarence Schaeffer, Forest City, Mo. 64451. Mound City. . • . .. 294 Mound City. . . .. Edgar A. Dunn . Silas P. Allen, 408 Nebraska St., Mound City, Mo. 64470 2nd & 4th Tu. Craig 606ICraig Keith A. Cunningham James R. Burge, Craig, Mo. 64437 1st & 3rd Tu. Master Henry P. Savage . Elza R. Janes . Kenneth D. Lindsay .. King R. Pennel. ..... Solomon B. Christian . Norman H. Smith ....

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NINTH DISTRICT-HARRY C. DUNHAM, D.D.G.M., 5207 De Soto Street, St. Joseph, Mo. 64505 Andrew

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Helena . Lincoln ....•.•... Whitesville •••... Rosendale ....•... Valley . Cosby....•...•.. Buchanan ..... 1 Agency •..•...... Wellington . St. Joseph ..•.... Binning.••••••.. Zeredatha Rushville ...••... Brotherhood .

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. Ken Adams, 1211 Hillside Drive, Savannah, Mo. 64485 LeRoy L. Hobbs, King City, Mo. 64463 " Everett L. McAllister, Fillmore, Mo. 64449 Virgil Kent, Rea, Mo. 64480 Karl H. Miller, Rosendale, Mo. 64483 ..........•.• Ressie Wade, Bolckow, Mo. 64427 Joe C. Schneider, 1509 Safari Drive, St. Joseph, Mo. 64506 Everett Farr . Robert B. Ridge, 2518 S. 22nd St., St. Joseph, Mo. 64503 Robert E. Jenkins . Cecil L. Frank, Rt. 6, St. Joseph, Mo. 64504 , Clyde M. Lyon . Logan E. Wing, Jr., 403 S. 31st St., St. Joseph, Mo. 64501. J. F. Rogers . Ray T. Robinson, 1901 Rosewood Terrace, St. Joseph, Mo. 64503 Wilby W. Lee . C. Leonard Gasper, 2722 S. 20th St., St. Joseph, Mo. 64503 " William H. Shelton . Elmer Moore, Rushville, Mo. 64484. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. J. B. Seevers . Orrin L. Mark, 623 Highland Ave., St. Joseph. Mo. 64505 William F. NeIl . Lewis O. Weigel, Box 631, St. Joseph, Mo. 64502 Elvis R. Poff, 5601 S. 4th St., Jewel Wm. Pike . St. Joseph, Mo. 64504. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. William M. Shelley . Virgil E. Donaldson, 3223 Jackson St., St. Joseph. Mo. 64507. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

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117 Rochester . 138 Fillmore ....•.•. 162lWhitesville . 404 Rosendale , .. 413IBOlCkOW . 600 Cosby .

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124jUniOn Star •••••. 308 Maysville ......• 317 Osborn . 378lFairport. . .. . .. 4541 Stewartsville.... 559 Clarksdale ...••.. 15 Winston . 65 Pattonsburg •..•. 106lGallatin . 285 Coffey . 488 Lock Springs .•.. 600 Jameson ....•.•. 564 Jamesport .

Sherrill Beattie Jesse M. Gall........ C. S. Cowell Max E. Pearl. . . . . . .. Norval E. Thompson. Chester Isaacs. . . . . .. Lloyd H. Rissman. . .. Lawrence B. Shriver. Billie D. Walker Cecil Bolar Kenneth C. Huston Dale F. Alexander William R. Landes

Warren P. Gallinger, Union Star, Mo. 64494 . Ralph M. Lawry, Maysville, Mo. 64469 . Harry W. Witt, Osborn, Mo. 64474 . Walter E. Miller, King City, Mo. 64463 . Clarence G. Waller, Stewartsville. Mo. 64490 . John E. Cobb. Box 134, Clarksdale, Mo. 64430 . Alfred Dunlap, Winston, Mo. 64689 ..•........... Neil Walls, Rt. 4, Box 2, Pattonsburg, Mo. 64670 .. Kenneth C. Kordes, Gallatin. Mo. 64640 . Guy Foster, Coffey, Mo. 64636 ...•..•........•.. K. Eads, 1417 Clay St., Chillicothe, Mo. 64601. .... Herald W. Elmore, Route 1. Jameson, Mo. 64647 .. Doyle C. Kime. Jamesport, Mo. 64648 .

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135IBraymer 224 Hamilton....... 232 Polo ...•........ 334IBreckenridge 561 I Cowgill ..•.•.•.. 89.ChiIIicothe ..•.•.. 170IUtica......•.•.. 434 IWheeling .•..•••. 539IDawn

Kenneth R. Eichler John W. O'Dell. Box 265. Braymer. Mo. 64624 . Billy C. Short , Harry L. Goff, Hamilton. Mo. 64644 . George C. Odell, Jr... Forrest R. Leamer, Polo, Mo. 64671. " . J. L. Waslbright Herbert Woolsey, Breckenridge. Mo. 64625 . Thomas H. Stoner David K. Hatfield, Rt. 1. Cowgill, Mo. 64637 . James J. Hays Byron D. Taylor. Box 89. Chillicothe. Mo. 64601.. Jack Stottlemyre Edgar L. Kohl, Utica, Mo. 64686 . Austin Biggerstaff Howard Norman. Rt. 2. Wheeling, Mo. 64688 . Delbert E. HUll:hes Hnbart H. Hudson, Dawn, Mo. 64638 .

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THIRTEENTH DISTRICT-RICHARD A. JOHNSON, D.D.G.M.. 648 Crosby St.. Brookfield, Mo. 64628 County I Lodges Linn 1 Jackson . . . . .. . '" Brookfield Cypress Bucklin Dockery Marceline

I lVlaster Secretary . j Walter L. Powell . Ronald E. Bradley, Linneus, Mo. 64653 Kenneth J. Haviland. George W. Clements, 218 N. Main St., Brookfield, Mo. 64628 . 1 . 227 ILaclede.... . . . .. Robert I. Clarkson . Chester T. Hoover, Laclede, Mo. 64651. . , T. L. Selman . Reginald E. Pettit, Bucklin, Mo. 64631 . 233 I Bucklin . . 325/Meadville Jerald R. Hood . Jack E. Friesner, Meadville, Mo. 64659 . . 481 Marceline. . . . . .. Robert E. Engelhard. C. A. McAfee, 527 W. Lake, Marceline, Mo. 64658.

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FOURTEENTH DISTRICT-RAYMOND M. SKINNER, D.D.G.M.. Route 2, Callao, Mo. 63534

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38\Callao . 102 Bevier . 172IMacon . 237,La Plata . 268/Atlanta . 332iExcello.......•.. 648IElmer .. 96 i Shelbyville . 228lShelbina . I . 415\HUnnewell. " .•. . 537 BetheL . . 662 Clarence .

David T. James, Jr Owen King Baxter L. Roe....... K. Ladd Pash George D. Moore. . . .. Charlie Green Evan H. Lynch Geiger S. Long Billy G. Moore

Bert B. Bledsoe, Box 771, Callao, Mo. 63534 . A. T. Jones, 305 N. Linn St., Bevier, Mo. 63532. R. M. Waller, 517 Sunset Dr., Macon, Mo. 63552 . Jacob A. Demory, La Plata, Mo. 63549 . Ernest R. Pierson, Atlanta, Mo. 63530 . Orville Wilson, Route 2, Excello, Mo. 65247 . Ernest N. Bailey, Box 151, Elmer, Mo. 63538 . William E. Tarbet, Shelbyville, Mo. 63469 . Thos. G. Crawford, Jr., Box 612, Shelbina, Mo. 63468 . John J. Thomas John A. Lyell, Hunnewell. Mo. 63443 . Vernon W. Mann. . .. Alan D. Wright, Box 64, Leonard, Mo. 63451 . Richard Burkhardt. .. T. Earl Starke, Clarence, Mo. 63437 .

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. Wyaconda . Monticello ......• LaBelle . Craft ..........•. Williamstown . Lewistown . Ewing . . Palmyra . St. John's HannibaL Philadelphia

G. J. Rohs, 307 Jackson St., La Grange, Mo. 63448 William B. Smith, Monticello, Mo. 63457 David S. Bagby, La Belle, Mo. 63447. . . . . . . . . . . .. A. Clyde Stork, 709 Lewis St., Canton, Mo. 63435 .. Norman Tucker, Williamstown, Mo. 63473....... Willard D. Hetzler, Lewistown, Mo. 63452 Junior Doscher, Ewing, Mo. 63440 Rufus L. Haydon, 620 S. Dickerson St., Palmyra, Mo. 63461. ..........•.............. Richard H. Fox . Clifford A. Robbearts, 708 Pine St., Hannibal, Mo. 63401 o' . Edw. J. Schwarberg .. J. T. Kretzer, 602 Flora Ave., Hannibal, Mo. 63402 . Thomas E. Glascock .. Thomas J. Bleigh, Philadelphia, Mo. 63463 .. , .....

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Russell Heindselman. Bruce Anderson . Richard W. Epperson Donald L. Burke . Chester Welker . Gene M. Holbert ,. J. P. Wallace . Chester L. Bross .

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SIXTEENTH DISTRICT-ROBERT W. MEIER, D.D.G.M., 1812 Georqia Ave.. Louisiana, Mo. 63353

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14IEolia........... 17:Clarksville ...••.. Perseverance ..... 92ILouisiana Phoenix ...•..•.. 136iBowling Green

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Theo. Graue . Stephen A. Glascock .. David R. Hunter . James C. Mobley .

1921 Frankford ..•.... Cecil N. Nutt . 3991Curryville Eugene Miller

Charles E. Mendonsa, Eolia, Mo. 63344 ..•..•..... Edward N. Hawkins, Clarksville, Mo. 63336 . Russell J. Rowe, Rt. 2, Louisiana, Mo. 63353 . William. C. Gladney, 217 S. 13th St., Bowling Green, Mo. 63334 . . John S. Brown, Frankford, Mo. 63441 . . Clarence L. See, Curryville, Mo. 63339 .......•...•

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SEVENTEENTH DISTRICT-JOHN T. LUTZ, D.D.G.M.. Route 2, Paris, Mo. 65275 Monroe

1Paris Union . 19iParis . Florida ..•....... 23: Florida . Monroe .•..•..... 641l\Ionroe City •.... Madison ......•.. 91lMadison . Santa Fe . 462\Santa Fe .

Robert M. Ely A. D. Hollingsworth .. James D. Evans Jay H. Beauchamp Henry Kendrick.....

Henry Sladek, 317 N. Main St., Paris, Mo. 65275 .. Alva R. Gibbs, Paris, Mo. 65275 ........•........ Albert Lee Ely, Monroe City, Mo. 63456 •••....•••. Johnnie A. Summers, Rt. 2, Madison, Mo. 65263 ... Herbert Vanlandingham, Rt. 5, Mexico, Mo. 65265 Paul K. Callison, Holliday, Mo. 65258............ ....... , Holliday . 660lHolliday ...•.... Elton L. Morgan Ralls. . . . . . . . •. Ralls ........•... 33ICenter . T. L. Summers Walter B. Yager, Route 2, Center, Mo. 63436 .. . .•....... Lick Creek ..•.••. 302 !perry ....•..••.. Lecil Ulry. . . . . . . . . .. Kenneth E. Breeze, Box 54, Perry, Mo. 63462 .......... New London ..... 3071New London .... Karl V. Wichern Harold G. Cooper, New London. Mo. 63459

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. William E. Harlan ... Boise H. Craft, Jr., 325 N. Main St., Huntsville, Mo. 65259 Milton ....•...••. 1511MiltOn . Raymond Henderson. Wilton Semones, Route 1. Madison, Mo. 65263 Clifton Hill ..•... 161 Clifton Hill . W. L. McAdams . George K. Hill, Route I, Clifton Hill, Mo. 65244.. Moberly . 344 Moberly ..•...... Russell N. France . O. Price, 612 West Lee St., Moberly, Mo. 65270 Cairo ..••........ 486lCairo .........•. James R. Koester . Lawson Evans, Route 1, Cairo, Mo. 65239 Higbee . 527lHigbee . Edwin B. Hawkins, Box 125, Higbee, Mo. 65257 .. . T. J. Chism Jacksonville ..•.. 541 Jacksonville ..•.. Darold Evans . Leroy Taylor, Route I, Jacksonville, Mo. 65260 ... Clark ..•......... 610 Clark . T. Elmo Ornburn, Box 125, Clark, Mo. 65243.... . Homer Colley 30\Huntsville

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1Eureka ..••..•... Warren . Triplett . Westville .••...•• Salisbury ....•... Rothville Cunningham Mendon

73IBrunswick •..... 74 Keytesville . 122\TriPlett. . 202 Westville ..•..... 208 Salisbury .

Norman E. Patrick .. Raymond Guilford . Wm. Orval Gaines . Clark Harrelson . Donald O. Reed .

. 4261 Rothville . Floyd E. Vaughn . 5251 Sumner ..•...... Ralph E. Allen . 6281 Mendon . Clay Barnett

Milton J. Daily, Brunswick, Mo. 65236 Joe P. Stiles, Keytesville, Mo. 65261. ...........•. Claude E. Murray, Triplett, Mo. 65286...... ....• Buford O. Green, Rt. 3, Marceline, Mo. 64658. . . .. Everett J. Kirby, 708 S. Walnut St., Salisbury, Mo. 65281 . Jess R. Smith, Rt. I, Brookfield, Mo. 64628 ..•..... . Leslie O. Allen, Route 1, Sumner, Mo. 64681. . . . .. . Cleo V. Kincaid, Mendon, Mo. 64660. .

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Lodges Location Master Secretary No.1 DeWitt .......... 39IDeWitt......... Paul D. Griffith...... Donald S. Owings, Rt. 1, DeWitt, Mo. 64639 ..... I> Wakanda........ 52 Carrollton ....... Billy Martin ......... Jack McKinney, 909 Park St, I Carrollton, Mo. 64633. . .. . .. . . . .. . . .. . .. . .. .. I> Bogard .•••••.... 101IBOgard......... Billy Hundley ...... , Travis A. Graham, Bogard, Mo. 64622 ............ I> 216 Hale ........•.•. Glen W. Patterson... Robert B. Baker, Rt. 2, Box 90, Hale, Mo. 64643. Hale City ..•..... I> Carroll .......... 249 Norborne....... Stanley S. Sandy ..... R. Hugh Robinson, 611 S. Elm St., I Norborne, Mo. 64668 ......................... I> Bosworth ..•..... 597!BOSW?rth ....... A. Ercel Wilhelm .... Johnnie Mason, B.osworth, Mo; 64~23 ............ Ray ... ::::::: Hardin .......... 322 Hardm .......... John M. Summers .... Norman E. Hertzlg, 209 Mornmgslde Terr., Richmond, Mo. 64085. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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TWENTY·FIRST DISTRICT-MARTIN M. OHLHAUSEN, D.D.G.M., Box 55, Weston, Mo. 64098 Platte •....... I Rising Sun

Weston •.•.•..... Compass . Camden Point . Rowley . Fidelity •••••.•••. Adelphi ....•..••. Platte City .

131Kansas City ..... Paul E. Snell

. John E. Lederer, 6200 No. Oak Trafficway, Kansas City, Mo. 64118 . . 53/Weston ..•••.... Robert E. Kottman . James A. Offutt, Box 155, Weston, Mo. 64098 120 Parkville•.•..... Ted S. McAnally . Earl Mansfield, 6040 N. Bellaire Ave., Kansas City, Mo. 64119 ..................•..•. . 169\lcamden Point •.. Arvin C. Kelley . Russell J. Rickel, Camden Point, Mo. 64018 204 Dearborn .•..... Gerald L. Hoffman . Dearborn, Mo . 339IFarley •..••.•... Donald P. Kindred . Edward B. McAdam, 6517 N. Twin Springs Rd., Parkville, Mo. 64152 . . Clyde M. Newman, Edgerton, Mo. 64444 ...•...... 355 'I Edgerton . Terry N. Myers . T. E. Nighswonger . Herman Klein, Platte City, Mo. 64079 504 Platte City .

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TWENTY·SECOND DISTRICT (a)-RUSSELL R. ANDERSON, D.D.G.M., 1227 E. 52nd Place, North Kansas City, Mo. 64118 Jackson ...•••. Kansas City .•.... 220jKansas City ••••. Robert W. Cowan .... Robt.1. Newton. Sr., 3340 Palmer St., Kansas City, Mo. 64129 ....................... Temple •••••••••. 299/Kansas City.•... Stanley A. Pearson ... Edward B. Conwell, Jr., 2415 Oakley St., " Kansas City, Mo. 64127 ....................... I Cecile Daylight ••. S05\Kansas City ..... Lee D. Brannock, Jr.. Woodrow W. Admire, 140 S. Kensington, " Kansas City, Mo. 64123 ....................... RuraL ..••..••... 3161Kansas City ..... Feryl M. Dickerson ... Howard B. Blanchard, 3339 Tracy Ave., Kansas City, Mo. 64109 ........•.............. Gate City ........ 522/Kansas City ..... George C. Clark ...... Fred H. Knight, 903 Harrison St., " Kansas City, Mo. 64106 ....................... I I> Orient ...•....... 546jKansas City ..... Clifton L. Haas ...... Vernie G. Fisher, Sr., 903 Harrison St., Kansas City, Mo. 64106 ....................... South Gate..•.... 547tKansas City ..... Charles L. Leathers .. Ben C. Eisman, 7327 Harrison St., " Kansas City, Mo. 64131. ....... " ............. I Sheffield......... 625/Kansas City ..... William E. Myers .... Earl Yarnall, 312 S. Wheeling, " Kansas City, Mo. 64123 ....................... I> Northeast..•.•.. 6431Kansas City ..... Lowell W. Roberts ... Howard F. Carter, P.O. Box 6684 (N.E. Sta.), Kansas City, Mo. 64123 ...........••.......... Clay.••....... Alpha..•........ 659\N. Kansas City .. Alfred E. Butt ....... Willis R. Hunt, 5817 N.E. Barnes St., Kansas City, Mo. 64119 .......................

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2191Kansas City ..... George A. Cowan .... I 340\Kansas City ..... Dreathus M. Phillips . 446 IKansas City ..... Emil O. Bayerl .......

5631Kansas City ..... Doyle E. Weeks ...... I Marlborough ..... 5691Kansas City ..... Jack C. Ritter .......

Swope Park ...... 6171Kansas City ..... V. B. Gibson .........

East Gate ........ 630lKansas City ..... Wilbur G. Cooper .... I Country Club ..... 6561Kansas City ..... Robert A. McLin ..... I Rockhill ..•...... 663 \Kansas City ..... Hugh Leeb ..........

Joseph S. Epstein, 3301 Woodland Ave., Kansas City, Mo. 64109 ..............•........ Carl L. Soderstrom, 1116 W. 45th St., Kansas City, Mo. 64111 ....................... Clarence V. Buchholz, 48 West 53rd Terrace, Kansas City, Mo. 64112 ....................... Frank A. Lewis, 3201 Park Ave., Kansas City, Mo. 64109 ...........•........... George H. Bowen, 608 West 86th Terr., Kansas City, Mo. 64114 ....................... Gustav W. Knecht, 1308 E. 81st Ter., Kansas City, Mo. 64131 ....................... L. Verne Hosie, 4621 Mersington Ave., Kansas City, Mo. 64130 ....................... Ralph Berry, 3516 Blue Ridge Cut-off, Kansas City, Mo. 64133 ....................... R. T. Swearingen, 5940 Rockhill Rd., Kansas City, Mo. 64110 ....................... Jacob P. Kraft, Box 5349, Kansas City, Mo. 64131. .....................

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. William C. Rowe, Waverly, Mo. 64096 . George W. Stewart, 336 S. 13th St., Lexington, Mo. 64067. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Wm. C. Pevestorff . Howard I. Tobin, Route I,Higginsville, Mo. 64037 Norman McBroom . Florus Elling, Rt. 2, Concordia, Mo. 64020. . . . . . .. Andrew F. Eberlin .. J. J. Johnston, 402 S. 5th St., Odessa, Mo. 64076.. Morris Lillard . Dallas L. Anderson, 622 East Main St., Richmond, Mo. 64085 ........•.....•.....•.... Bennie N. Tippins . Billy L. O'Dell, Route 2, Orrick, Mo. 64077. . . . .. Floyd E. Curry . C. A. Gooch, Rt. 2, Box 106, Orrick, Mo. 64077. . ..

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Arrow Rock C~mb:idge

Miami Trilumina

. 551Arrow Rock . 63 Slater . 85 Miami. . . . . . . . .. . 205IMarshall ....•...

Barbee •.....•... Malta . Oriental. ......•. Nelson ....••.....

2171Sweet Springs ... 402 IMalta Bend•••••• 518IBlackburn 560INelson

Robert H. Stith Robert F. Laster Roy H. Malan Roy L. Hayes

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Location Master No. i Lodges 36 l Boonville ........ George H. Lamm .... Cooper .......... I

Pleasant Grove ... 1421 Otterville ..•..•• Wm. D. Muir ..... 2771Pilot Grove ...... Wallace ......... 456IBunceton ....... 503iPrairie Home .... Howard:::::::1 ~~~~:d~.o.~~:::: 4JNew Franklin ... Fayette .......... 471 Fayette .........

August L. Bottom .... Karl F. Bergman .... Hubert E. Shrout .... Edgar D. Carlos ..... Lewis C. Frey ....... Mann P. Suggett .....

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701 Armstrong ...... Ted B. Hinton .......

:Secretary Leslie L. Williamson. 202 West Spring St., Boonville, Mo. 65233 ....................•.... Elroy A. Lemke. Smithton, Mo. 65350 ............ A. G. Wolfe, Pilot Grove, Mo. 65276 .............. John H. Scott. Bunceton. Mo. 66237 .............. Roy C. Smith, Prairie Home. Mo. 65068 .......... Tom D. Markland, New Franklin, Mo. 65274 ...... Samuel P. Ayres, Jr., 100 S. Main St.• Fayette, Mo. 65248 ........................... James E. Borders, 611 Howard St.• Glasgow, Mo. 65264 .......................... Doyle L. Scott, Box 169. Armstrong, Mo. 65230 ....

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. Centralia

. Kenneth M. Berry .... Melvin B. Goe. Sr.• 450 S. Allen St., Centralia, Mo. 65240 . 1st & 3rd Th. I Twilight . 114IColumbia . Estil Haun Andrew T. Dorsey, 1506 McAlister Lane, Columbia, ",10. 65201 . 2nd & 4th Tu. I Ashland . l56lAshland Ross N. Glascock, Box 12, Ashland. Mo. 66010 . 1st & 3rd Mon. . Joseph M. Colvin Sturgeon . 174ISturgeon David C. White. Box 345. Sturgeon, Mo. 65284 . 1st Fri. . William A. Ballard Hallsville . 336 1Hallsville ..•..... Ray McKenzie Paulus E. Lawson. Rt. 8. Columbia, Mo. 65201 . 1st & 3rd Wed. Anc. Landmark •. 356 Harrisb.urg Ralph G. Murray, Star Rt.• Sturgeon, Mo. 65284 . 2nd & 4th Th. . George A. Seiler Walter H. Baird, Box 457. Columbia, Mo. 65202 . 3rd Tu. Acacia . 602 ColumbIa . Vincent W. Zager .

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TWENTY-SEVENTH DISTRICT-FRANK W. HAZELRIGG, JR.. D.D.G.M.. 505 Hiway Z. Fulton. Mo. 65251 Audrain

. Laddonia Hebron

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J. Roswell Gray Bobby G. Keith......

Alvin L. Kelly, Box 123, Laddonia. Mo. 63352 \2nd Th. Charles F. Kehl, 108 E. Liberty St.• Mexico. Mo. 65265 1st & 3rd Tu. J. Arnold Rutherford. Wm. A. Gamblian. Secy. Pro-tern, 615 E. Park St., Vandalia. Mo. 63382 . 3rd Tu. Raymond E. Holt .. " William R. Scott, 503 Court St.• Fulton. Mo. 65251. 1st & 3rd Wed. Homer G. Bedsworth. W. Paul Holt. Holts Summit. Mo. 65043 . 1st & 3rd Mon. Joseph C. Smart. . . .. Ray R. Farmer. Tebbetts, Mo. 65080 . 1st & 3rd Mon. James T. Dunn Theophilus Dunn, Rt. I, Auxvasse, Mo. 65231. . 1st Th. Erwin H. Witthaus.. John L. Pierce, Mokane, Mo. 65059 . 1st & 3rd Th.

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. Paul Rodgers, Bellflower, Mo. 63333 . R. R. Peveler. Box 47. Wellsville, Mo. 63384 . David O. Morrow. 314 N. Harper St., Montgomery City. Mo. 63361. . Emil L. Meyer, Jr., High Hill, Mo. 63350 . Wm. A. Bezold. McKittrick, Mo. 65066. . . . . . . . . ..

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Martin L. Sentman, 790 Cap-au-Gris St., Troy, Mo. 63379 .................•............ Ralph E. Williams. Silex. Mo. 63377 ...........•.. Oscar V. Wagner, Route I, Foley, Mo. 63343 H. H. Arnhold, Winfield, Mo. 63389 Henry A. Hueffner, Rt. 1, Cyrene, Mo. 63340 William W. Hai,nes, 600 S. Main St., Olney. Mo. 63370 " . . . . .. . .. .. . Lloyd Eppard. . . . . . . Marion H. Bockhorst, Box 36, Moscow Mills, Mo. 63362. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. I

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46) Wentzville . Emil F. Braloski. . . .. Charles F. Beger, 702 Plantmore Dr., Ferguson, Mo. 63135......................... 241 St. Charles ..•... Dwaine A. Davis ..... Leslie E. Koeneker, 418 McDonough, St. Charles, Mo. 63301. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. I Charles J. Picraux, Defiance, Mo. 63341. . 260 IDefiance . Herald Holdner . 11 IWright City . Byron E. Lashley .. " Glen W. Gaskin, Route 1, Box 23, Wright City, Mo. 63390 ' I , 609IWarrenton . John W. Herrington. Marion W. Turner, Warrenton, Mo. 63383

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43jJefferson ........ Ronald L. Hower ..... Hugh A. Hutinger, Oakridge Drive, Jefferson City, Mo. 65101. .................... I 90 IRussell ville ...... C. Lowell Flessa ..... Herman C. Lessell, Russellville, Mo. 65074 ........ 211 Eugene ......... B. A. Rogers ......... Jesse M. Logrbrinck, Eugene, Mo. 65032 ........ William G. Templeton George E. Matthews, Centertown, Mo. 65023 ...... 61 66 Tipton .......... Richard L. Embry ... , David W. Fenton, Tipton, Mo. 65081 ............. A. B. Van Sandt ..... Arthur E. Wilson, 101 S. Oak St., 183 California ....... California, Mo. 66018 ......................... Ralph P. :McKee ..... A. E. C. Heyssel, Rt. 2, Jamestown, Mo. 65046 .... 296lJamestown ...... 553 Clarksburg ...... Freddie L. Hodges ... Carl D. Chambers, Box 142, Clarksburg, Mo. 65025 ....................... , I 185IChamois........ Arthur A. Mantle .... Archie A. Bryan, Chamois, Mo. 65024 ........... 326 Linn ............ George Hollandworth. Russell E. Tynes, Box 147, Linn, Mo. 65051.......

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Owensville ....... 6241 Owensville ...... Elmer G. Brandhorst.

Adriel L. Langendoerfer, New Haven, Mo. 63068. Francis C. Martin, Box 215, Sullivan. Mo. 63080 ... Melvin S. Gordon, Gray Summit, Mo. 63039 ....... O. E. Koirtyohann, Rt. 1, Washington, Mo. 63090 .. Billie J. Hogue, Route I, Catawissa, Mo. 63015 ... A. M. Pritchett, Sr., 520 N. 1st St., Pacific, Mo. 63069 .•.................•..•..... Ralph D. Clayton, Route I, Box 76, St. Clair. Mo. 63077 ............ , ............. Edward H. Blake, Box 183, Union, Mo........... W. D. Stoenner, 218 W. 6th St., Hermann, Mo. 65041 ......................... Edmund P. Knehans, Rt. 3, Owensville, Mo. 65066.

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No. I Location Master Secretary County Lodges City of St. Louis.. Meridian ........ 21St. Louis ........ Carl S. Beller ........ Harry C. Ploetze, 6729 Lindenwood Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 63109 .......................... Geo. Washington. 9 St. Louis ........ Wm. B. Stephenson .. Russell O. Nash, 7342 Carleton Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 63130 ..............•..•....... I Pomegranate .•.. 951St. Louis ........ Phil W. Hattendorf .. George E. Lansing, 4761 Alaska Ave., I St. Louis, Mo. 63111. ...•............. " ...... Pride of the West. 179jSt. Louis ..••.... Thomas Bell, Jr..... Herbert W. Rocklage, 23 Lee Ave., Ferguson, Mo. 63136 ......................... Good Hope....... 218/St. Louis ........ Lorenz K. Duerr..... Elmer M. Ruffin, 5865 Robert Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 63109 ......................... Paul Revere ..•... 3301St. Louis ••...... Russell W. Schoechlin Roland E. Talmage, 955 Switzer Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 63147 ......................... I America ..•...... 3471St. Louis ........ Carl H. Vase!. ....... George H. Holdsworth, 4943 Schollmeyer Ave., I St. Louis, Mo. 63109 .......................... Tuscan .••..••... 3601St. Louis ....•... Ned D. Inglish ....... Harlan B. Owens, 4062 Parker Avenue, St. Louis, Mo. 63116 .......................... I Cache ........•.. 416jSt. Louis ........ Robert H. Hammonds Arthur W. Rauch, 7 Girard Dr., I Webster Groves, Mo. 63119 .................... Itaska ........... 4201St. Louis ........ Billy L. Brinson ..... Roy L. Gundlach, 8739 TownhiIl Drive, St. Louis, Mo. 63126 ......................... I Anchor ..•....... 4431University City .. Ralph O. Kolb ....... 1. E. Gordon, 854 Revere Dr., St. Louis, Mo. 63141. Lambskin ........ 4601St. Louis .••..... Martin E. Brummond Arthur E. Bush, 7458 Leadale Dr., St. Louis, Mo. 63133 ..............•........... Harmony ........ 4991St. Louis ........ Chester L. Lieder .... Wm. E. Punt, 5610 Nottingham Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 63109 .......................... I Clifton Heights .. 5201St. Louis ........ Amon Akins ......... James E. Winterton, Jr., 5003 Mardel Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 63109 .......................... I AlgabiI. ••...•... 544\St. Louis ........ Walter C. Ploeser .... Elmer L. Fowler, 6208 Alabama Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 63111. ......................... Magnolia ........ 626!St. Louis ...... , . Joseph M. Reno, Jr... Edgar F. Witt, 6409 Gravois Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 63116..................... Triangle ...•..... 6381St. Louis •....... Richard C. Emmons .. Raymond C. Scott, 6309 Lucille Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 63136 ........••.•.............. Pilgrim .......... 6621St. Louis ........ Leslie E. Feyerabend. A. Edward Turley, 9 Holly Dr., Webster Groves, Mo. 63119 .................... I Commonwealth ... 6541St. Louis ........ Hershel D. Matheney. Carl F. Adler, 3969 Botanical Avenue, St. Louis, Mo. 63110 ......................... I

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SIEGELMAN, D.D.G.M., 7536 Blackberry Manor, St. Louis, Mo. 63130

liSt. Louis ........ E. W. Burbach, Sr.... Weaver F. Conlin, 3548 Sidney St., St. Louis, Mo. 63104. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 31 St. Louis ........ Elmer F. Hampe ..... John L. Gyorvary, 9036 Stansberry Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 63134. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. I . 201St. LOUIS ........ Alvin M. Sievers ..... Sam A. Aronoff, 767 LePere Ave., University City, Mo. 63132 .................... I 251 St. Louis ........ Charles R. Combest .. Rudy G. Brock, 2719 Ashby Rd., St. Louis, Mo. 63114 .......................... I 401St. Louis ........ Russell B. Montague .. O. W. Konering, 611 Olive St., St. Louis, Mo. 63101 791St. Louis ........ Russell F. Meier ..... Edward A. Maessen, 218 Forestwood Dr., Ferguson, Mo. 63135 .......................... I 1211St. Louis ........ Richard C. Heiter .... Kenneth Vogel, 713 Lynn Haven Lane, Hazelwood, Mo. 63042 ......................... I 163\St. Louis ........ J. Harold Stovall ..... W. C. Smith, 7361 Chamberlain Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 63130. . .. . . . . . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1801St. Louis ........ Jack C. Litz ......... C. H. Krah, 9924 Wolff Dr., Affton, Mo. 63123 ..... 2431St. Louis ........ Edward A. Gilmore .. Elmer A. Keasling, 4722 Rosa Avenue, St. Louis, Mo. 63116 .......................... I 2671St. Louis ........ T. Lynn Dawson ..... Edwin W. Wedig, 1246 Gimblin St., St. Louis, Mo. 63147 .......................... 1 2821St. Louis ........ Wm. H. Grannemann Christie J. Rail, 1522 Jonquil Dr., Webster Groves, Mo. 63119 .................... I 3231St. Louis ........ James W. Sturgell. .. Harold W. Kuhlenbeck, 6717a Schofield Pl., St. Louis, Mo. 63133 ..•...................... I . 5761St. LOUIS ........ Billy F. Hemphill .... Robert F. Ritchey, 10132 Bellefontaine Rd., St. Louis, Mo. 63137 ........................... 1 5781St. Louis ........ Henry C. Rosemann .. C. E. Rhodes, 3742 Calef Dr., St. Louis, Mo. 63125. Otto E. Geldmacher .. Adam H. Liebmann, 5508 Rhodes Ave., 631 St. Louis ........ St. Louis, Mo. 63109 .......................... 1 Joseph W. Turner ... Harry E. Treece, 5912 Telegraph Rd., 6411St. Louis ........ St. Louis, Mo. 63129 .......................... 642 St. Louis ........ Eugene H. Lemcovitz. Albert Krause, 6842 Corbitt Ave., I St. Louis, Mo. 63130 ......................... 6461University City .. J. Lloyd Wion ....... Albert B. Koons, 3335 Norma Ct., St. Louis, Mo. 63139 .......................... 6571University City .. Avery L. Smith ...... Charles L. Sutter, 4725 Seattle St., 1 St. Louis, Mo. 63121. ......................... 6611University City .. Ralph B. Ferguson ... Louis F. Walter, 4805 Goethe Avenue, I St. Louis, Mo. 63116 .........................

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. Joseph S. Kidwell, 610 S. Windsor St., Windsor, Mo. 65360 . Carl A. Conrad, Box 83, Montrose, Mo. 64770 . Vel Lee Clary, 406 Flora Ave., Clinton, Mo. 64735. Donald W. Brashear, Box 32, Calhoun, Mo. 65323 Eldon Lawson, Osceola, Mo. 64776 ..•............ Christian A. Weinlig, Roscoe, Mo. 64781. . Perry L. Atchison, Lowry City, Mo. 64763 . John A. Doerflinger, Rt. 3, Appleton City, Mo. 64724 . . Joseph C. Brinkman. Kenneth L. Ingalls, Taberville, Mo. 64787 .

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Edgar L. Kneip . James R. Caskey . Bill E. Boxley . Vernon L. Conrad . Everett P. Williams .. John Sheets . John D. Benbow .

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John Blair, Jr . Jerry M. Eidson, Camdenton, Mo. 65020 . Claude R. Huber . Roy A. True, Rt. 2, Urbana, Mo. 65767 . James G. Courtney . Howard Jones, Route 1, Lebanon, Mo. 64651. . Billy T. Massey . D. E. Cook, Competition, Mo. 65448 . Roy Harvey . R. L. Jump, Rt. 1, Box 23-B, Marshfield, Mo. 65706 Robert L. Myers . Wayne Hensley, Ulman, Mo. 65083 . Louie Ponder . Berry C. Livingston, Iberia, Mo. 65045 . Dean Lowrance . Leslie A. Smith, Box 53, Waynesville, Mo. 65583 . Everett L. Ogle . Dale Hicks. Box 306, Richland, Mo. 65556 .

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. Walter I. Carr, Steelville, Mo. 65565 Edwin W. Hardesty, Box 249, Cuba, Mo. 65453 . Harold Harston, 704 N. Pershing, Salem, Mo. 65560. . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Elmer L. Love . Roy D. Huse, Belle, Mo. 65013 .....•............. Norman E. Ragan . William S. Motl, Vichy, Mo. 65580. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. J. Willard Terry . Ralph A. Branson, Box 176, Vienna, Mo. 65582 .... Bryan T. Wainscott .. W. C. Campbell, 203 W. 1st St., Rolla, Mo. 65401.. Don V. Gunset . Thos. T. Bohon, 116 W. Hardy St., St. James, Mo. 65559. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . •. Roy Davidson . Howard R. Pinto, Newburg, Mo. 65550 ..•........ Thomas G. Alexander Paul E. Cain, Dixon, Mo. 65459. . . . . . . . . . . . . . • .. Lee Nelson . George G. Boren, Star Route, Sherrill, Mo. 65562..

. 77lSteelville .•..•... Earl M. Garms .. 312 Cuba . James Shane .. James F. Dent. . 225 Salem

M~~ies ..•..... 1 Belle; ......• : ..•. .. • •...... L~ne s Prairie . ....... VIenna .. Phelps. • • . . . .. Rolla . St. James •••..•.. "

373IBelle..•......... 531 Vichy . 94 Vienna . 213 Rolla . 230 St. James •......

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FORTIETH DISTRICT-FRANK O. PHILLIPS, D.D.G.M., Route I. Box 308. Cedar Hill. Mo. 63016 County

Lodges De Soto .......... Joachim ......... Shekinah ........ Herculaneum ....

Secretary D. Earl Myers, Route 3, De Soto, Mo. 63020 ...... Vernon K. Abel. Box 64, Hillsboro, Mo. 63050 ..... . A. W. Lashley, 400 9th St., Crystal City, Mo. 63019 .... Henry A. Hartoebben, 2509 Arnold Tenbrook .... Rd., Arnold, Mo. 63010 ....................... I St. Francois ... BlackwelL ....... 5351 Blackwell ....... Glen E. Bollinger .... Geo. V. Welch, 302 S. 5th St., DeSoto, Mo. 63020 ... Washington ... Tyro ............ 12 Caledonia ....... Gracin E. Akers ..... Frank Wright, Box 115, Caledonia, Mo. 63631. ...

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Master Norman E. Harshaw. Carroll J. Phillips .... David L. Lowe ....... Paul E. Russell ......

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Western Light Urbana . Hogle's Creek Hermitage . Fair Play Modern Pleasant Bolivar Pleasant Hope

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396ILouisburg . 421lUrbana . 279, Wheatland . 288jHermita g e . 44 Fair Play . . 144 Humansville 160, Morrisville . . 195 Bolivar ' 4671Pleasant Hope .

. Howard L. Patterson, Box 555, Buffalo, Mo. 65622 ,' Virgil E. Caldwell . Forrest M. Dorman, LOUisburg, Mo. 656ll5. . . . . . .. Harold Reser 0 James R. Fowler, Urbana, Mo. 65767. . . . . . . . . . . .. Carl Clymore. 0.. 0.0. Jim Chaney, Wheatland, Mo. 65779. . ... .. . .. . ... Garrett Bartshe 0.. Fain Reser, Preston, Mo. 65732. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Clyde E. Wallen o' J. Howard Price, Fair Play, Mo. 65649. . . . . . . . . .. 1. Ross Vaughn 0. 00.. Fred V. Hogan. Flemington, Mo. 65650 Reuben Dyce . Elva D. Mann, Route 2, Aldrich, Mo. 65601 B. K. Swingle 0 . S. B. Brown, III, Box 317, Bolivar, Mo. 65613 Carroll G. Hill. 0 . Ernest L. Hill, Pleasant Hope, Mo. 65725 o. ..

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Philip A. Giles. . . . . .. Ross L. Stansberry, Box 233, Golden City, Mo. 64748....... . ..... ... . Chester W. Hoff, Stockton, Mo. 65785.0.0 .. 0 Francis O. Potts, Jerico Springs, Mo. 64756 Melvin L. Murphy, 11 N. Allison, Greenfield, Mo. 65661 0 0.. 0. .. Floyd D. Sporman .... Charles F. Bridges, Rt. 4, Stockton, Mo. 64785,0 ... Frank W. Flowers. .. David S. Wisehart, Rt. 1, Everton, Mo. 65646. . . .. Carl C. Speight 0.. Donald G. Hendrix, Rt. 2, Republic, Mo. 65738. . .. Clair Easson Harry A. Stout, 511Y, N. Main St., Lockwood, Mo. 656820 .. 0 0

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. Walter Heston . Elwin Wilson . James A. Graham

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Hermon Lamar Milford Clintonville

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Osage

303\ Nevada

Sheldon . Schell City . Montevallo . Unity .•......... Walker .

371ISheldon 4481Schell City 490IMontevallo 495 Richards 605lWalker

Billy Knowles Wm. A. Heydenberk., Bryson D. Logan J. Everett Adams

Archie N. Wimmer, Liberal, Mo. 64762 Kenneth M. Williams, Rt. 3, Lamar, Mo. 64759 Elmer L. Thomas, Milford, Mo. 64766 John F. Conway, 117 Winner Rd., El Dorado Springs, Mo. 64744 . Elmer C. Post. . ... .. David V. Morris, 512 S. Main St., Nevada, Mo. 64772 . John E. Ames....... Harry L. Burney, Sheldon, Mo. 64784....... . Everett L. Prough... Harold R. Mosher, Schell City, Mo. 64783 Lewis Kennedy, Rt. 1, Milo, Mo. 64767 . Cleo E. Dove . Max B. Brown C. H. Newland, Box 163, Richards, Mo. 64778 John R. Walker, Box 307, Nevada, Mo. 64772 . James A. Phillips

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1971Carthage ........ Basil J. Hill ......... Eugene C. Johnson, 406 Walnut St., Apt. 14, Carthage, Mo. 64836. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Sareoxi••••.•••. GUY K. Arner ........ Ned C. Barkley, Box 179, Sarcoxie, Mo. 64862 ..... 335 Joplin .......... Russell L. Morrison .. Sherman A. Smith, Box 43, J aplin, Mo. 64802. . . .. 345 Joplin .......... James E. Brown ..... Mark E. Whitaker, Box 1235, Joplin, Mo. 64802 ... 398 Jasper .......... Edward M. Sneed .... Walter Carter, Rt. 2, Carthage, Mo. 64836 ........ 401lcarterville ...... R. E. Campbell ...... Thomas L. Landreth, 708 E. Main St., Carterville, Mo. 64835 ........................ 471 Oronogo ........ R. Lawrence, Jr...... Loyd D. Sill, 219 N. Oak St., Joplin, Mo. 64801 .... 5121Webb City ...... , Ernest S. Ray ....... Ralph E. Brown, 923 S. Madison, Webb City, Mo. 64870 ........................ , 549jCarl Junction .... Robert G. Lyle ....... H. D. Sandy, Box 298, Carl Junction, Mo. 64834 ... 586 Alba ............ Russell D. Pickering. , Leo C. Clarke, 2320 N. Florida Ave., Joplin, Mo. 64801. ........................... I 5921La Russell ....... C. C. Conway. . . . . . .. H. B. Adams, Box 298, Sarcoxie, Mo. 64862 .......

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Master Secretary I Time of Meeting No., Location Count7 Lodges Greene ........ United •••.•...•. 5\S p rin g field •.•... J. Vernon Kirkup .... Paul L. Beazley, 2410 E. Seminole, Springfield, Mo. 65804. . . . . . . . • . • . • . . . . . . . . . •. 3rd Mon. 7\Walnut Grove ••. William C. King ..... ArHss W. Fetterhoff, Box 151, O'Sullivan•.•••.. Walnut Grove. Mo. 65770 2nd Tu. Ash Grove .••.••. lOOIAsh Grove .••••.. Harold J. Turk ...... Edward Jones, Box 295, Ash Grove, Mo. 65604. . .. 2nd Th. 271 Springfield ...... Robert L. Meredith ... Milton W. Kinloch. 528 E. Normal St., Solomon ......... Springfield, Mo. 65804. . . . . . . . . • . • . . . . . • • • . . .. 2nd Mon. Gate of The I Temple •••••••. 422!Springfield ...... Robert L. Soden ..... Wm. G. Clark, 1515 Boonville Ave., Springfield, Mo. 65803. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . .. 3rd Th. Republic ......... 570 Republic ......•. John A. Harrington .. Frank J. Comisky, 410 W. Anderson Ave., Republic, Mo. 65738 2nd & 4th Th. I Strafford •••...•. 6081 Strafford .••••... Chas. M. Edmondson. Paul B. Campbell, Rt. 3, Strafford, Mo. 65757. . . .. 1st Th. 620 Willard ......... Wayne Wilson ....... Earl C. Rea, Box 95, Willard, Mo. 65781. . . . . . . . .. 1st & 3rd Th. 98 Marshfield.••.... Thomas E. Hyde ..... Paul V. Rathbun, 200 S. Crittenden St., Marshfield. Mo. 65706 2nd Fri. I 2nd Sat. Doric ....•••••••. 3ooIElkland......... Lewis H. Hoover ..... W. Haymes, Rt. 2, Box 57, Conway, Mo. 65632 Mount Olive ••••. 439 Rogersville, RR. 3 Morris Faulkner ..... James O. Wester, Route 2, Fordland. Mo. 65652 3rd Mon. Hazelwood.•••••. 459 Seymour .•.•..•. Joe E. Peters ........ Louis R. Miller, Route 4, Seymour, Mo. 65746 2nd & 4th Mon. Henderson ....... 4771 Rogersville ...... Harvey Bailey ....... L. F. Housman, Box 184, Rogersville. Mo. 65742 3rd Th.

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116lcabOOl. ..•....•. 177 Houston ..•.•.•. . Plato ......•••••. 469 Plato . ......... 1 Summersville ..•. 555 Summersville Wright......• Mountain Grove •. 158 Mountain Grove.

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. Emmett L. Yeoman, Box 368, Ava, Mo. 65608. . . .. . George A. Collins, 1465 W. 5th St., West Plains, Mo. 65775 Otis H. Grafton . Hugh D. Lower, Box 215, Cabool, Mo. 65445 Charles F. Ernst, Jr.. W. Asa Johnson. Box 214, Houston, Mo. 65483 Richard Halperin . Captola Lewis, Plato, Mo. 65552. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Oscar W. Smith . Paul R. Neagle, Summersville, Mo. 65571. . . . . . . .. Ewell C. Craig . Joseph W. Nickle. Box 387, Mountain Grove. Mo. 65711. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Edward R. Grant . Alvin Wynne, Hartville, Mo. 65667. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Lee Roy Jones . Donald Livingston, Rt. I, Mansfield, .Mo. 65704. . •. Ralph Chadwell . Floyd H. Sanders, 522 Maple Ave., Mountain Grove, Mo. 65711. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

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Pendleton .•...... 5511Doe Run ..•••.•. Leadwood ........ 698 Leadwood ....•.. I ... , Elvins ........... 5991Flat River ..•.... Ste. Genevieve. Saline........... 226 1St. Mary's ....•..

Timothy Twomey .... John Brune, Bismarck, Mo. 63624. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Donald Cheesebrough. Hezzie Graham, 414 W. 6th St., Farmington, Mo. 63640 William W. Copeland. Floyd H. Buckner, Box 602, Desloge, Mo. 63601.. James E. Womack ... Wm. J. Barron, 117 North St., Farmington, Mo. 63640. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Frank ]. Dreier ...... John T. Brenon, 209 N. Division St., Bonne Terre. Mo. 63628. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. David C. Barton ..... George E. Higbee, Route 1, Farmington, Mo. 63640 James L. Scott. ...... Harold H. Alcorn, Jr., 712 Main St., Leadwood, Mo. 63653. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . . . .. Robert J. Stacey ..... R. F. Rodgers, 110 Hampton, Elvins, Mo. 63639 ... Jimmie D. Boyd ...... Dwight Smith. 439 N. West St., Perryville, Mo. 63775

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Hearold Winchester .. Joe G. Mayo . Harry R. Weeks . James H. Willis .

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. Robert J. McAlister, Box 393, Portageville, Mo. 63873 Harold V. White . Virgil H. Baldwin, Box 164, Marston, Mo. 63866 .. Julian Miller, Risco, Mo. 63874 . Vernon Johnson . . Billy G. Swiney . Wm. B. Crow, Box 145, Lilbourn, Mo. 63862 . Raymond Toombs . Arvil Adams, Box 378, Portageville, Mo. 63873 George E. Phipps . D. V. Magee, Box 137. Caruthersville, Mo. 63830 . James Willsie . T. T. Martin, 102 E. Wash St., Hayti, Mo. 63851. .. Fred Burress . T. A. Yandell, 905 N. Walnut St., Steele, Mo. 63877 . . Lonnie W. Glass, Jr.. D. L. Potts, Box 178, Wardell, Mo. 63879 Donnie R. Smith

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. George W. Phillips ... Orville Duley, 204 S. 9th St., Poplar Bluff, Mo. 63901........ . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Fred Ollar. . . . . . . . . .. Met R. Frye, Rt. 7, Doniphan, Mo. 63935. . . . . . . .. Kenneth Atwell John R. Epps, Route 1, Harviell, Mo. 63945 Albert Crumb Paul S. Mince, Greenville, Mo. 63944 Tyman L. Kimes Wm. N. Burch, 414 N. Main St., Piedmont, Mo. 63957

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FIFTY-THIRD DISTRICT-HUBERT P. BRUNER. D.D.G.M., Box 246, Willow Sprinqs. Mo. 65587 Virgil Yadon, 202 Garfield, West Plains, Mo. 65775 Paul J. Jones De Roy Frazee, 904 N. Walnut St., Willow Springs, Mo. 65587 Vernon Wilkens Frank LeBaron, Mountain View, Mo. 65548 Ivan Tinsley Hardin D. Franks. Box 37, Alton, Mo. 65432 Wayne Willard John R. Walton, Thomasville, Mo. 65578 Mark H. Weathers J. W. Mitchell, 604 Vine St., Thayer, Mo. 65574 Conard L. Cozart.... Robert T. Meek, Koshkonong, Mo. 65531. J. A. Kyle Alva G. Roberts, Protem, Mo. 65733 Frue W. Reich J. Russell Holmes, Caulfield, Mo. 65626

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C. E. Hicks, Wasola, Mo. 65773 Barney Douglas, Gainesville, Mo. 65655

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. Fri. on or bef. full moon O. Dale Deffenderfer, Ozark, Mo. 65721 . Sat. on or bef. full moon Virgil H. Garbee, Rt. 2, Billings, Mo. 65610 . 1st Th. Frank D. Whiting, Ponce de Leon, Mo. 65728 . 1st & 3rd Th. David A. Holderman, Rt. I, Crane, Mo. 65633 . 2nd & 4th Tu. Cletys R. Ackerman, Box 191, Forsyth, Mo. 65653. 2nd & 4th Wed. Kermit A. Bonewitz, 810 Mockingbird La., Branson, Mo. 65616 . 1st & 3rd Mon.

FIFTY·FIFTH DISTRICT-PAUL PITTS, D.D.G.M.. 210-8th Street, Monett. Mo. 65708 B8;;ry

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4661Southwest City •. T. O. Perkins

621jAnderson ....••. 647 Noel. .•••..••... 247 Neosho ..•....... 514 Granby . 538lStella .

Benton C. Masters Thomas D. Keen David A. Watson Owen E. Scott Ernest E. Brock

. George E. Hampton, Box 183, Southwest City, Mo. 64863 . Henry Eppard, Anderson, Mo. 64831. . Jonathan M. Boyd, Noel, Mo. 64854 . H. C. Bacon, Rt. 4, Box 239, Neosho, Mo. 64850 . Fred Renfro, Granby, Mo. 64844 . Argyl E. Kistler, Stella, Mo. 64867

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Webster Groves..

INo. I Location 45IBallwin

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Master Richard C. Adams Carl E. Etz, Jr

841Webster Groves .. Elmer W. Pickles. . ..

Fenton.......... 281IFenton •..••••••. Harry R. Holst Meramec........

313IEureka......... John T. Wood.......

West Gate....... 445 Brentwood ...•.. James C. Larkin, Sr.. Kirkwood ..•..... 484 Kirkwood ...•... Evan O. Courtney ....

Euclid........... 5051 Overland .•••.•.. Elmer F. Budl,iemeyer Apollo .•....•.... 529!Creve Coeur ...•. Joseph T. Greco

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550lCreve Coeur ..... Thomas O. Gooch. ...

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566\Maplewood ...•.. Wilfrid A. Hedrick

Clayton •••••••... 601\Clayton ....•••.. Donald L. McDaniel.. Wellston ......... 613Iwellston ....••.. Edward T. Neely, Jr.. Brentwood ..•.•.. 616 Brentwood

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Charles E. Hamilton .. Irvin G. West

Valley Park•.•... 6291Valley Park I Freedom 636IMehlville Mizpah ..•....... Jennings........

Carl E. Bantel. Donald L. Benson

639 Jennings ..•..••. Arville W. Backman .. . 640\Jennings ....•... Alfred Schricker, Jr..

University ....... 649IClayton ......... Adolph Miniskey ..... Gardenville......

656\Gardenville •..•.. B. A. Krachenberg ...

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668/Berkeley. • . • . . •. William A. Hardy ....

Crestwood.......

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Warren S. Goddard..

Secretary I Time of Meeting Thomas C. McRaven, Rt. I, Box 649, Glencoe, Mo. 63038. . . • . . . . . . . . • . . . . • . . . . . • . . •. 1st & 3rd Tu. Harry W. Shapiro, 8924 McNulty Dr., St. Louis, Mo. 63114. . .. .. . . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . ... 1st & 3rd Th. Orville M. Mash, 508 Ashbury Court, Webster Groves, Mo. 63119 •................... 2nd & 4th Tu. Louis 1. Brayfield, 315 Old Sugar Creek Rd., Fenton, Mo. 63026. . . . . • . . • . . • • . • . . • . . . . . • • • .. 2nd & 4th Fri. Willard Reed, 1150 N. Geyer Rd., Kirkwood, Mo. 63122. . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1st & 3rd Fri. H. C. Smith, 6432 Colver Ave., Affton, Mo. 63123 .. 1st & 3rd Tu. Leonard L. Keevil, 408 W. Rose Hill Ave., Kirkwood, Mo. 63122. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2nd & 4th Mon. Merle R. Boswell, 10247 Thorpe Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 63114 2nd & 4th Mon. James M. Jones, 35 N. Gore Ave., Webster Groves, Mo. 63119 2nd & 4th Wed. Vincent J. Reagan, 1306 Haley Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 63121. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1st & 3rd Fri. Harry H. Hildebrand, 10021 Springwood Dr., St. Louis, Mo. 63124. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2nd & 4th Tu. Wm. F. Harris, 7672 Wise Ave., Richmond Heights, Mo. 63117. . • . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1st & 3rd Fri. Robert W. McElhinney, No.3 Daniel Rd., St. Louis, Mo. 63124 ...........•.............. 1st & 3rd Th. Lee O. Chestnut, 1564 Valle Ave., St. Louis. Mo. 63133 2nd & 4th Th. Ronald E. Feucht, Jr., 935 Dwyer Ave., Kirkwood, Mo. 63122 2nd & 4th Th. Earl F. Hilleman, 9709 Lackland Rd., Overland, Mo. 63114 .....•.................... 2nd & 4th Th. John D. DeClue, 501 S. Sappington Road, Kirkwood, Mo. 63122. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1st & 3rd Tu. Gerald W. Burnworth, 700 Karlsruhe Pl., St. Louis, Mo.63125 ........•.................. 1st & 3rd Tu. J. Oliver Alge, 8924 Riverview Blvd., St. Louis, Mo. 63147 ..............•........... 1st & 3rd Tu. Wm. 0. Duncan, 35 St. Virgil Ln., Florissant, Mo. 63031 , 1st & 3rd 'l'u. Edwin G. Jesel, 7124 Craighill Drive, Affton, Mo. 63123 ..............•............. 1st & 3rd MoY\. Fred A. Gokenbach, 226 West Ripa Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 63125. . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . . . . . . 2nd & 4th Tu. Ben R. Winchell, 7452 Marillac Dr., St. Louis, Mo. 63133 1st & 3rd Mon. Virgil E. Kolb, 8241 January Ave., Berkeley, Mo. 63134................ 1st & 3rd Th. Edward E. Springmann, 1655 Fernbrook Lane, Florissant, Mo. 63031. . . . . .. . .. . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. 1st & 3rd Tu. Clarence E. Mueller, 69 N. Gore Ave., Webster Groves, Mo. 63119 2nd & 4th Mon.

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FIFTY·NINTH DISTRICT-DOWELL HAYS, D.D.GoM., 1801 High Grove Road, Grandview, Moo 64030 Jackson .......1Independence .... Summit ..•.•..... McDonald ..•..... Blue Springs ..•.. Raytown ......... Christian •••.••.. Buckner ......... Mt. Washington .. Grandview ....... Grain Valley.....

76IIndependence ....1James E. Sullivan .... M. W. Sudbrock, Box 454, Independence, Mo. 64051. .......•............. I 263\Lee's Summit.... Kenneth C. Kerns .... J. Harvey Wilson, 104 O'Brien Rd., Lee's Summit, Mo. 64063. . • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 324 Independence •... Charles D. Lemasters. P. R. Hall, 808 S. Park, Independence, Mo. 64052 .. 337 Blue Springs .••. George A. Koller ..... George M. Hale, Sr., Rt. I, Box 26, Blue Springs, Mo. 64015. ... . .. . .. . .. . . . . .. . .. 391 Raytown ..•..... Arthur E. Alexander. H.W. Poertner, Box 9391, Raytown, Mo. 64133 .... 392 Oak Grove....... Kenneth R. Ewing .. , Lee E. Bozarth, 111 N. Austin St., Oak Grove, Mo. 64075 ......................•.. 501\Buckner ........ William D. Isaac ..... H. W. Bergschneider, Box 53, Levasy, Mo. 64066 .. 614 Independence .... Wilbur Williams ..... J. N. Johnson, 111 N. Sterling, Independence, Mo. 64054. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6181 Grandview ...... G. E. Weatherford ... Herbert L. Bratton, 12918 Bristol Court, Grandview, Mo. 64030 I . 6441Gram Valley .... John E. Culver ...... Harold R. Johnson, Rt. I, Grain Valley. Mo. 64029.

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James F. Mote Clyde M. SeaL Max R. Moore K. C. Magee James N. Blalock

Senath ..•..•.•... 513ISenath ..•..•.... Lester N. Wilkins John Hasty . 645 Clarkton. . .. . Bernie . 573lBernie ........•. Orvel Keller

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68IKennett ..•..••.. 212jCamPbell ..•..••. 215 Hornersville ..•.. 231 Cardwell•...•••• 406 Malden ..•...••.

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Roy H. Bush, Box 685, Kennett, Mo. 63857 C. H. Pitts, 824 Allen Rd., Campbell, Mo. 63933... J. D. Young, Box 54, Hornersville, Mo. 63855 ..... Herman Clark, Arbyrd, Mo. 63821. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Roscoe E. Thornton, 115 E. Main St" Malden, Mo. 63863 . Truman Ponder. Box "H," Senath, Mo. 63876. , . .. . James W. Pritchard, Route 1, Holcomb, Mo. 63852. . Robert C. Crow, Rt. 1, Box 102. Dexter, Mo. 63841.

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Grand Master

April, 1821. Thos. F. Riddick .. * Oct., 1821. Nath'l B. Tucker .. * Oct., 1822 Nath'l B. Tucker .. * Oct., 1823 Nath'l B. Tucker .. * Oct., 1824 Nath'l B. Tucker .. * Oct., 1825 Edward Bates • Oct., 1826 Edward Bates * Oct., 1827 Edward Bates • Oct., 1828 Hardage Lane • Oct., 1829 Hardage Lane ....• Oct., 1830 Hardage Lane ....• Dec., 1831. Edward Bates Oct., 1832 H. R. Gamble • Dec., 1833 Sinclair Kirtley • Nov., 1834 § A. B. Chambers • Oct., 1835 .. tt A. B. Chambers • Oct., 1836 S. W. B. Carnegy.· Oct., 1837 S. W. B. Carnegy.· Oct., 1838 S. W. B. Carnegy." Oct., 1839 P. H. McBride • Oct., 1840 P. H. McBride * Oct., 1841 P. H. McBride • Oct., 1842 P. H. McBride • Oct., 1843 P. H. McBride * Oct., 1844 J. W. S. Mitchell.* Oct., 1845 J. W. S. Mitchell.· Oct., 1846 John Ralls ......•• Oct., 1847 Joseph Foster • May. 1848 Joseph Foster * May. 1849 John F. Ryland * May, 1850 John F. Ryland • May 1851. B. W. Grover * May, 1852 B. W. Grover * June, 1853 Wilson Brown .. .,* May, 1854 L. S. Cornwell *

D. Grand Master Thompson Douglas.* Thompson Douglas.* Geo. H. C. Melody .. * Geo. H. C. Melody .. * Geo. H. C. Melody .. * Hardage Lane • Hardage Lane * Geo. H. C. Melody .. • Fred L. Billon Geo. H. C. Melody .. • Geo. H. C. Melody .. • Geo. H. C. Melody .. • A. B. Chambers * Sinclair Kirtley • Sinclair Kirtley • John D. Daggett • John D. Daggett • John D. Daggett • A. B. Chambers • Joseph Foster ..•.. * Joab Bernard • Joab Bernard * Joseph Foster • Fred L. Billon John D. Taylor • John D. Taylor • E. S. Ruggles * E. S. Ruggles E. S. Ruggles • B. W. Grover • E. S. Ruggles • S. F. Currie • L. S. Cornwell * D. P. Wallingford

Senior G. Warden

Junior G. Warden

James Kennerly .. • William Bates * Edward Bates O:< William Bates * Edward Bates • Wm. G. Pettus • Edward Bates * Wm. G. Pettus * Wm. G. Pettus • Thornt. Grimsley * Wm. G. Pettus * Thornt. Grimsley * Martin Ruggles * John F. Ryland * Martin Ruggles * H. R. Gamble * H. R. Gamble • Adam L. Mills • H. R. Gamble * Adam L. Mills • Sinclair Kirtley .. * Adam L. Mills • Oliver Parker • Augustus Jones * M. J. Noyes • Augustus Jones • John Wilson * G. A. Tuttle * Oliver Parker * S. W. B. Carnegy * Oliver Parker • S. W. B. Carnegy * Edward Searcey .. • Granville Snell • A. B. Chambers * Thomas Andrews • A. B. Chambers * Aex. T. Douglass • Alex T. Douglass.· Wm. C. Vance * Alex T. Douglass .• John Orrick * Joseph Foster • C. H. Bowers * Joseph Foster * C. H. Bowers ....• * J. W. S. Mitchell. * E. S. Ruggles * E. S. Ruggles J. L. F. Jacoby * E. S. Ruggles • J. L. F. Jacoby * E. S. Ruggles • J. L. F. Jacoby * J. L. F. Jacoby * Cyrus Osborn * Cyrus Osborn * Joseph Megguire .•• • Joseph Megguire.· .P. Draper * P. Draper • S. F. Currie * S. F. Currie * J. H. Turner * J. H. Turner * S. H. Saunders * J. W. Chenoweth.* R. C. HilI * James H. Britton.* **

Grand Treasurer Archibald Gamble Archibald Gamble ..• Archibald Gamble ..• Archibald Gamble .. * Archibald Gamble .. * Archibald Gamble ..• Rich. T. McKinney .• Thornton Grimsley .• Thornton Grimsley. * Bernard Pratte * Thomas Andrews * Thomas Andrews Thomas Andrews ...• Geo. H. C. MelodY .. * Geo. H. C. Melody ..• Geo. H. C. Melody ..• Geo. H. C. MelodY .. * Geo. H. C. Melody .. * Geo. H. C. MelodY .. * Geo. H. C. Melody .. * Geo. H. C. MelodY .. * Geo. H. C. Melody .. * John Simonds .....• Fred L. Billon .....• John S. Watson ....• John S. Watson ...... John S. Watson ....• John S. Watson ..... John S. Watson ....• John M. Reed ......• J. T. Johnson * J. T. Johnson J. T. Johnson Joseph Foster Joseph Foster

Grand Secretary William Renshaw* William Renshaw. William Renshaw* T. Douglas* T. Douglas. John D. Daggett. John D. Daggett* John D. Daggett. John D. Daggett. John D. Daggett. Fred L. Billon. Fred L. Billon. Fred L. Billon. John Garnett. Thos. W. Conyers. Thos. W. Conyers. Richard B. Dallam. Richard B. Dallam. Richard B. Dallam· Richard B. Dallam. Richard B. Dallam. Richard B. Dallam* Richard B. Dallam* Richard B. Dallam. Richard B. Dallam* Fred L. Billon· Fred L. BilIon. J. W. S. Mitchell. J. W. S. Mitchell· C. D. W. Johnson. C. D. W. Johnson. C. D. W. Johnson. A. O'Sullivan· A. O'Sullivan· A. O'Sullivan·

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1855 1856 1857 1858 1859 1860 1861 1862 1863 1864 1865 1866 1867 1868 1869 1870 1871. 1872 1873 1874 1875 1876 1877 1878 1879 1880 1881. 1882 1883 •.•. 1884 •••• 1885 1886 1887 1888 1889 1890 1891. 1892 1893 1894 ..•. 1895 ....

L. S. Cornwell * Benjamin Sharp .. * S. H. Saunders • S. H. Saunders * Marcus Boyd ...•. * M. H. McFarland.* Wm. R. Penick ° Geo. Whitcomb * John H. Turner .. o John F. Houston.* John F. Houston.* John D. Vincil ... * W. E. Dunscomb.* John D. Vincil ... • William D. Muir.· 'rhos. E. Garrett .• Thos. E. Garrett.* Samuel H. Owens.* R. E. Anderson .. * John W. Luke * James E. Cadle • Xen. Ryland • T. C. Ready * Noah M. Givan • Jos. S. Browne * W. R. Stubblefield * Alex. M. Dockery.;' Chas. C. Woods * Lee A. Hall • Robt. F. Stevenson· James W. Boyd .. * Geo. R. Hunt ..... • Wm. M. Williams.* James P. Wood ... ~ Theodore Brace .. * Geo. E. Walker * B. H. Ingram * John R. Parson • Harry Keene '" J. B. Thomas • A. M. Hough •

** W. A. Cunningham'" P. Draper * Marcus Boyd * M. H. McFarland .. * W. R. Penick * John Decker '" John H. Turner * Wm. N. Loker * John D. Vinci!. * John D. Vinci!. * W. E. Dunscomb * C. A. Rowley * R. E. Anderson * T. E. Garrett * R. E. Anderson * R. E. Anderson * J. E. Ryland * John W. Luke * Xenophon Ryland .. * Xenophon Ryland .. * Thos. C. Ready * Noah M. Givan * Joseph S. Browne .. * W. R. Stubblefield .. * Alex. M. Dockery '" Chas. C. Woods * Lee A. Hall * Robt. F. Stevenson .• James W. Boyd * George R. Hunt * W. M. Williams * James P. Wood * Theodore Brace * Geo. E. Walker * B. H. Ingram * John R. Parson * Harry Keene ......• J. B. Thomas * A. M. Hough * D. A. Jamison *

J. W. Chenoweth.* H. E. Van Orsdel!.* S. H. Saunders '" Marcus Boyd * Marcus Boyd * John F. Houston * John F. Houston .. * John Decker * W. R. Penick * John Decker * John Decker * Samuel M. Hayes * Geo. Whitcomb * A. L. McGregor * o Samuel Russell Wm. N. Loker * John D. Vinci!. .. * A. L. McGregor * A. L. McGregor .. * Martin Collins * Martin Collins * R. E. Anderson •... * R. E. Anderson * A. L. McGregor * T. E. Garrett * Wm. D. Muir * Wm. D. Muir * Alex M. Dockery '" A. M. Dockery * Sam H. Owens * Sam H. Owens * John E. Ryland * Sam H. Owens * John E. Ryland * John W. Luke * Jas. E. Cadle * Jas. E. Cadle * Xenophon Ryland .. * Jas. E. Cadle * Thos. C. Ready Thos. C. Ready ...• Noah M. Givan * Noah M. Givan * M. G. Hubble Jos. S. Browne W. R. Stubblefield .• W. R. Stubblefield. Jas. E. Carter * Jas. E. Carter ~* Alex. M. Dockery * Chas. C. Woods * Lee A. Hall * Lee A. Hall * Robt. F. Stevenson .• Robt. F. Stevenson* James W. Boyd * James W. Boyd * Geo. R. Hunt * George R. Hunt Wm. M. Williams * Wm. M. Williams.* James P. Wood * James P. Wood ...•..••.•............ ** Theodore Brace Geo. E. Walker Geo. E. Walker * B. H. Ingram * B. H. Ingram * John R. Parson ..•• * John R. Parson * Harry Keene * Harry Keene ..•.. * J. B. Thomas * J. B. Thomas * A. M. Hough * A. M. Hough .....• D. A. Jamison * D. A. Jamison .. " * F. J. Tygard '" F. J. Tygard ..... * E. F. Allen ..•..... *

John D. Daggett * John D. Daggett * John D. Daggett * John D. Daggett * John D. Daggett * John D. Daggett * John D. Daggett * John D. Daggett * John D. Daggett * Wm. N. Loker •••.. * Wm. N. Loker ••••• Wm. N. Loker * Wm. N. Loker * Wm. N. Loker Wm. N. Loker * Wm. N. Loker....• * Wm. N. Loker * Wm. N. Loker * Wm. N. Loker * Wm. N. Loker Wm. N. Loker * Wm. N. Loker * Wm. N. Loker * John W. Luke ••••• * John W. Luke ..... * John W. Luke .•.. *n John W. Luke * Samuel M. Kennard * Samuel M. Kennard. Samuel M. Kennard * Samuel M. Kennard * Samuel M. Kennard. Samuel M. Kennard. Samuel M. Kennard * Samuel M. Kennard. Samuel M. Kennard. Samuel M. Kennard * Samuel M. Kennard * Samuel M. Kennard * Samuel M. Kennard. Samuel M. Kennard·

A.O'Sullivan* A. O'Sullivan* A.O'Sullivan* A.O'Sullivan* A.O'Sullivan* A.O'Sullivan* A. O'Sullivan* A.O'Sullivan* A. O'SullivanA.O'Sullivan* A.O'Sullivan* A. O'Sullivan*t G. Frank Gouley*:t: G. Frank Gouley* G. Frank Gouley* G. Frank Gouley* G. Frank Gouley* G. Frank Gouley* G. Frank Gouley· G. Frank Gouley· G. Frank Gouley* G. Frank Gouley**1[ John D. Vincil* John D. Vincil* John D. Vincil* John D. Vincil* John D. Vincil* John D. Vincil* John D. Vincil· John D. Vincil· John D. Vincil· John D. Vincil· John D. Vincil* John D. Vincil* John D. Vincil· John D. Vincil· John D. Vincil* John D. Vincil* John D. Vincil· John D. Vincil· John D. Vincil.

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FROM ITS ORGANIZATION, APRIL 23, 1821 Date Election

Grand Master

Oct., 1896 •... Oct., 1897 Oct., 1898 Oct., 1899 Oct., 1900 Oct., 1901. Oct., 1902 Oct., 1903 Sept.,1904 Sept.• 1906 Sept., 1906 Sept., 1907 Sept.,1908 Sept., 1909 Sept., 1910 Sept., 1911. Sept., 1912 •... Oct., 1913 Sept., 1914 Sept.• 1916 Sept.,1916 Sept.,1917 Sept.• 1918 Sept.,1919 Sept.,1920 Sept., 1921. Oct., 1922 .••. Oct., 1923 Oct., 1924 Oct., 1926 Oct., 1926 Oct., 1927 Sept., 1928 Sept., 1929 Oct.• 1930 Sept.,1931. Sept., 1932 Sept.• 1933 Sept.• 1934

D. A. Jamison ....• * F. J. Tygard * E. F. Allen * C. H. Briggs .....•. * Campbell Wells .... • Joseph C. Finagin.* John C. yocum • Wm. F. Kuhn • Leroy R. Valliant .. * A. S. Houston • D. M. Wilson John T. Short • R. R. Kreeger .....• Wm. A. Hall ......• Clay C. Bigger ..... * Arch A. Johnson .. • Jacob Lampert .... • Van Fremont Boor· Tolman W. Cotton. Frank R. Jesse Edward Higbee • Wm. A. Clark * John W. Bingham.* Julius C. Garrell • Wm. F. Johnson •.•• O. A. Lucas ........ • Bert S. Lee ......• • Joseph S. McIntyre· Orestes Mitchell. .• • W. W. Martin • John Pickard • Anthony F. Ittner.· Byrne E. Bigger ....• S. R. Freet • Wm. R. Gentry • Ray V. Denslow • Thad B. Landon * F. C. Barnhill • Du Val Smith ....••

D. Grand Master

Senior G. Warden

Junior G. Warden

Grand Treasurer

F. J. Tygard ..•...• * E. F. Allen ..•..•.•• C. H. Briggs ..•..•. * Samuel M. Kennard.* E. F. Allen C. H. Briggs Campbell Wells * Samuel M. Kennard.'" C. H. Briggs • Campbell Wells • Joseph C. Finagin .. * Samuel M. Kennard.· Campbell Wells * Joseph C. Finagin.· John C. Yocum * Samuel M. Kennard.· Joseph C. Finagin .. * John C. Yocum * Wm. F. Kuhn * Samuel M. Kennard. * John C. Yocum * Wm. F. Kuhn * Leroy B. Valliant .. * Samuel M. Kennard.· Wm. F. Kuhn * Leroy B. Valliant.· A. S. Houston * Samuel M. Kennard.· Leroy B. Valliant .. • A. S. Houston • D. M. Wilson * John R. Parson • A. S. Houston • D. M. Wilson • Howard Watson * John R. Parson • D. M. Wilson John T. Short * R. R. Kreeger • Alphonso C. Stewart· John T. Short R. R. Kreeger * William A. Hall • Alphonso C. Stewart· R. R. Kreeger • William A. Hall. * Clay C. Bigger...• Alphonso C. Stewart. William A. Hall • Clay C. Uigger • Arch A. Johnson • Alphonso C. Stewart· Clay C. Bigger • Arch A. Johnson • Jacob Lampert * Alphonso C. Stewart· Arch A. Johnson Jacob Lampert • Van Fremont Boor.· Alphonso C. Stewart* Jacob Lampert • Van Fremont Boor.· Chesley A. Mosman .• Alphonso C. Stewart* Van Fremont Boor .• Chesley A. Mosman • Tolman W. Cotton •• Alphonso C. Stewart· Chesley A. Mosman •• Tolman W. Cotton .. • Frank R. Jesse ....• Alphonso C. Stewart· Frank R. Jesse Edward Higbee * Wm. A. Clark ..... • Alphonso C. Stewart· Edward Higbee • Wm. A. Clark * John W. Bingham.* Alph. C. Stewart.·.. Wm. A. Clark • John W. Bingham.* Julius C. Garrell .. • Wm. A. Hall * John W. Bingham .. • Julius C. Garrell * Wm. F. Johnson •••• Wm. A. Hall * Julius C. Garrell • Wm. F. Johnson * O. A. Lucas * Wm. A. Hall • Wm. F. Johnson • O. A. Lucas * Bert S. Lee ..••....• Wm. A. Hall • O. A. Lucas .....•. • Bert S. Lee * Joseph S. McIntyre.· Wm. A. Hall ..•.... • Bert S. Lee ........ • Joseph S. McIntyre.· Orestes Mitchell ...... Wm. A. Hall. • Joseph S. McIntyre.· Orestes Mitchell • W. W. Martin •.... * Wm. A. Hall • Orestes Mitchell. • W. W. Martin • John Pickard Wm. A. Hall • W. W. Martin * John Pickard * A. F. Ittner • Wm. A. Hall. ttt John Pickard • A. F. Ittner • B. E. Bigger * E. E. Morris * A. F. Ittner * B. E. Bigger • S. R. Freet E. E. Morris * B. E. Bigger * S. R. Freet * Wm. R. Gentry, Sr.· E. E. Morris * S. R. Freet.....••• • Wm. R. Gentry, Sr.• Ray V. Denslow • E. E. Morris * Wm. R. Gentry * Ray V. Denslow • Thad B. Landon E. E. Morris * Ray V. Denslow * Thad B. Landon * Frank C. Barnhill .. • E. E. Morris * Thad B. Landon * Frank C. Barnhill ..• Du Val Smith E. E. Morris Frank C. Barnhill .. • Du Val Smith * Jas. W. Skelly * E. E. Morris • Du Val Smith Jas. W. Skelly * Geo. W. Walker * E. E. Morris * Jas. W. Skelly * Geo. W. Walker * H. L. Reader * E. E. Morris .......•

Grand Secretary John D. Vinci!* John D. Vincil· John D. Vinci!· John D. Vinci!John D. Vinci!John D. Vinci!· John D. Vinci!· John D. Vinci!· John D. Vincil·nll John R. ParsonU* John R. Parson· John R. Parson· John R. Parson· John R. Parson· John R. Parson· John R. Parson· John R. Parson· John R. Parson. John R. Parson· John R. Parson· John R. Parson· John R. Parson· John R. Parson· John R. Parson· John R. Parsontt· Frank R. Jesse· Frank R. Jesse· Frank R. Jesse· Frank R. Jesse· Frank R. Jesse· Frank R. Jesse.. tt Arthur Matherttt Arthur Mather· Arthur Mather· Arthur Mather· Arthur Mather· Arthur Mather· Arthur Mather· Arthur Mather·

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James W. Skelly * Geo. W. Walker •... • H. L. Re~der.••.. • Geo. W. Walker • H. L. Reader ...... • Henry C. Chiles • H. L. Reader • Henry C. Chiles ....• Elwyn S. Woods t Henry C. Chiles • Elwyn S. Woods t Karl M. Vetsburg .. • Karl M. Vetsburg .. * Harry S. Truman ..• Harris C. Johnston. '" Harry S Truman Harris C. Johnston.. Forrest C. Donnell.. Harris C. Johnston.· Forrest C. Donnell .. Grover C. Sparks.H Forrest C. Donnell .. Grover C. Sparks.§§ W. F. Woodruff * W. F. Woodruff • Willis J. Bray ...... Solon Cameron • Willis J. Bray • Solon Cameron .....• Morris E. Ewing Willis J. Bray • Solon Cameron .....• Morris E. Ewing.... Solon Cameron .••. • Morris E. Ewing .... Harry F. Sunderland· Morris E. Ewing Harry F. Sunderland. James M. Bradford .. Harry F. Sunderland· James M. Bradford .. Ray Bond .....•.... • James M. Bradford .. Ray Bond , ......• Homer L. Ferguson. Ray Bond • Homer L. Ferguson .. Richard O. Rumer Homer L. Ferguson.. Richard O. Rumer. .. James McB. Sellers.. Richard O. Rumer ... James McB. Sellers .. Orestes Mitchell. Jr.. James McB. Sellers .. Orestes Mitchell. Jr... William J. Craig ..... Orestes Mitchell, Jr.. William J. Craig.... Harold M. Jayne.... William J. Craig ..... Harold M. Jayne Frank P. Briggs ..... Harold M. Jayne•••. Frank P. Briggs Robert L. Aronson .. Frank P. Briggs Robert L. Aronson Harold O. Grauel.... Robert L. Aronson Harold O. Grauel.... Bruce H. Hunt...... Harold O. GraueL... Bruce H. Hunt •..... Robert H. Mann '" Bruce H. Hunt. Robert H. Mann ... * R. Jasper Smith Robert H. Mann * R. Jasper Smith ••• ~ Martin B. Dickinson. Martin B. Dickinson A. U. Goodman. Jr.• George F. Morrison. A. U. Goodman. Jr.* George F. Morrison .. A. B. Vanlandingham George F. Morrison .. A. B. Vanlandingham Russell E. Murray A. B. Vanlandingham Russell E. Murray William R. Denslow.. R. E. Murray .••••.. W. R. Denslow .•.•.. E. A. Mooney, ..•... W. R. Denslow., E. A. Mooney J. M. Donelson

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·Deceased. §Was not installed. tResigned. ·tDied August 11, 1866, while in office. ·:j:Appointed August 13. 1866, by John D. Vincil. Grand Master. ··IIDied April 11. 1877. while in office. ·~lIDied October 12. 1904, while in office. • ··Died April 22. 1916. while in office. U*Appointed October 22. 1904. by Leroy B. Valliant. Grand Master.

EDWARD BATES. Worshipful Master JOSEPH V. GARNIER. Treasurer

Henry C. Chiles * E. E. Morris • Elwyn S. Woods t E. E. Morris • Karl M. Vetsburg .. • E. E. Morris ..•.... • Harry S. Truman E. E. Morris '" Forrest C. Donnell .. E. E. Morris • Grover C. Sparks. § § E. E. Morris • W. F. Woodruff '" E. E. Morris • James A. Kinder.§§§ E. E. Morris * Morris E. Ewing .... E. E. Morris '* Harry F. Sunderland· E. E. Morris • Harry F. Sunderland· E. E. Morris ...• , .• • James M. Bradford .. E. E. Morris '" Ray Bond • E. E. Morris '" Homer L. Ferguson. E. E. Morris * Richard O. Rumer E. E. Morris * James McB. Sellers .. E. E. Morris • Orestes Mitchell. Jr.. E. E. Morris • William J. Craig E. E. Morris ..•.... • Harold M. Jayne E. E. Morris ....•••• Frank P. Briggs James M. DeWitt... Robert L. Aronson James M. DeWitt~~ Harold O. GraueL .. W. H. Utz. Jr Bruce H. Hunt...... W. H. Utz. Jr....... Robert H. Mann * W. H. Utz. Jr J. Renick Jones :t: W. H. Utz. Jr Martin B. Dickinson. W. H. Utz. Jr A. U. Goodman. Jr.* W. H. Utz, Jr A. B. Vanlandingham W. H. Utz. Jr Russell E. Murray .... W. H. Utz. Jr William R. Denslow .. W. H. Utz, Jr Elvis A. Mooney W. H. Utz. Jr J. M. Donelson W. H. Utz. Jr W. H. Chapman W. H. Utz. Jr

·IIJohn W. Luke served. by appointment, as Grand Secretary. from April 11. 1877 to October 11. 1877. and died October. 1888. lIDied within week after his installation. ttThere was no Communication in 1836. owing to the anti-Masonic excitement. ··Withdrawn from Masonry. tt·Resigned May 20. 1921. account ill health. *tttDied November 7. 1924, while in office. ··.·Resigned December 14. 1963. ..ttDied August 29. 1927. while in office.

Arthur Mather. Arthur Mather. Arthur Mather. Arthur Mather. Arthur Mather. Arthur Mather. Arthur Mather. Arthur Mather. Arthur Mather§§§§ Harold L. Reader.§ Harold L. Reader Harold L. Reader Harold L. Reader Harold L. Reader Harold L. Reader Harold L. Reader Harold L. Reader Harold L. Reader Harold L. Reader Harold L. Reader Harold L. Reader Harold L. Reader Harold L. Reader Harold L. Reader Harold L. Reader•• U Elmer W .Wagner.~ Elmer W. Wagner Elmer W. Wagner Elmer W. Wagner Elmer W. Wagner Elmer W. Wagner Elmer W. Wagner Elmer W. Wagner

ttt Appointed September 1. 1927. by John Pickard, Grand Master. §§Died December 28. 1942, while in office. §§§Died May 8, 1943. while in office. §§§§Died April 22. 1944. while in office. ·§Appointed May 1. 1944 by W. F. Woodruff, Grand Master. lI~Died September 16. 1956• *11 Appointed May 1. 1960. ··lIResigned May 1. 1960. ···lIDied while in office January 8. 1962• :t:Resigned Sept. 28. 1960

OFFICERS OF THE ORGANIZATION. FEBRUARY 22. 1821 J AMES KENNERLY. Senior Warden

WILLIAM BATES. Junior Warden ABRAM BECK, Secretary

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TO MISSOURI Grand Representative

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Robert L. Aronson St. Louis............... . Alabama ...•........ ................................••............................. Alberta . Durward T. Moffitt Kansas City Argentina .....••.... William H. Chapman ..•..... Webster Groves Arizona .....•••.... John W. Adams MarshalL Arkansas .•......... D. Lear Tanner. . . . . .. . . . . .. Kansas City. . . . . . . . . . .. . Austria . C. Leonard Gasper.......... St. Joseph .....•.................•.. Belgium .........•.. Russell E. Murray St. Louis Brazil-Rio de Janeiro . Warren Drescher. Jr......... Kirkwood Brazil-Rio Grande do Sul. .. · . • . . . . . . . • • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . Brazil-Minas Gerais . · . • . . . . . . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . Brazil-Pernambuco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . ..........•.....•........... Brazil-Santa Catarina . Fred H. Knight. Kansas City Brazil-Sao Paulo . W. Hugh McLaughlin Kansas City British Columbia . Oliver Luft St. Louis Canada . Kirkwood Chile . A. C. Sodemann Henry W. Fox.............. Kansas City............ . China . Edward E. Wilson St. Joseph Colorado . · . . . . .. . . . . . . . • . . . . . . . . . . .. . Colombia-Barranquilla . Thomas B. Mather. . . . . . . . . .. Kansas City " Connecticut . Walter H. Baird. . . . . . . . . . .. Columbia............... . Costa Rica . Harold]l1. Jayne Memphis Cuba . Walter L. Walker Neosho Delaware . Eric Sonnich. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Trenton................ . Denmark . J. M. Sellers Lexington District of Columbia . J. Floyd Alcorn. . . . . . . . . . . .. St. Louis. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ecuador . Dr. J. B. Steinmetz. . . . . . . . .. Clarkton............... . El Salvador . Bruce H. Hunt Kirksville England . Sherman A. Smith. . . . . . . . .. Joplin " ..........•. Finland . John Rich. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Jefferson City , Florida . Harold O. Grauel. . • . . . . . . . .. Cape Girardeau " France (Nat!.) . Thos. J. Davis. Jr........... Piedmont Georgia . Vernie G. Fisher. Sr " .. Kansas City. " Greece ..•....•..... Walter A. Higbee Lancaster Guatemala . Harry C. Ploetze. . . . . . . . . . .. St. Louis " Iceland ..•......... Walter J. Simon St. Louis. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . Idaho ........•.... Walter C. PIoeser . . . . . . . . . .. St. Louis. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . Illinois . John A. Weiss Kansas City .....•................... India . Elmer W. Wagner St. Louis Indiana .

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James R. Rogers. . . . . . . . . . .. W. G. Norman Leslie Ernesto F. J. Plaut......... Lee Garrett................ Jack Stockburger. • . . . . . . . .. Dr. Leo Kandel. . • . . • . . . . . .. Jacques Brihay. . . . . . . . . . . .. Ulysses U. Bittencourt Valnyr Goulart Jacques. . . ..

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Albert Edward Lavers .....•. A. J. B. Milborne W. H. Boyd Norman P. Jehan.......... J. J. Stutters Ian L. MacKean. . . . . • • . • • .. J. W. Johns ..•.............

Charlottetown Montreal Brisbane Cranston Oxbow Paisley 63 Windsor Ave., Woodville Pk., S. Aus. 1 Winfree Alexander Patterson 324 St. Andrew St.,

George W. Toft 1 Mi~~hael~anburg, S. Car. . . Gilbert E. Jomini. . B~~~~: 'S~iiz'e'ri~~d' ..... F. F. C. Parish . Hobart George A. Karsch, Jr . Nashville Randall E. Briscoe . Houston Ekrem Tok ..........•..... Istanbul W. B. T. Hoffman . Amsterdam Wolfgang Vogel. . Frankfurt am Main Edwin Charles Randall . Ogden . .•....•••.•..•..•......... ....................... Clark H. Emmons . Hinesburg C. Kelly ..•................. Newtown Thomas Southgate Ely . Jonesville Wilbur J. Copp . Hooper, P. O. Box 136 F. A. Gregory ..•..•........ Perth Robert M. Tetrick . Buckhannon Claude J. Hendricks . Milwaukee

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Name of Lodge

Town

County

State

Date of Charter

Remarks

3 4 5 5 6 6 7 7 8 8 9 10 10 10 11 13 14 14 15 15 16 21 21 22 23 24 24 25 26 26 26 27 27 27 29 29 32 32

Hiram Harmony Taylor Olive Branch............. Unity Ark Franklin Union Grover................... Vandalia Williamsburg Sangamon................ Union Shawnee Chapel. Eden Tucker Boonville. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Auburn CentraL Perseverance Columbia New London Greencastle Franklin................. Hiram................... Harmony Wyaconda Joachim"' Springfield Ava Mexico Ringgold Temperance Temple Far West Osage Lafayette Lafayette

St. Charles Louisiana Springfield Alton Jackson Newark Franklin Calhoun......... Vandalia Williamsburg.... Springfield Jonesboro New Santa Fe Chapel Hill ..•... Covington Ste. Ger:evieve Boonville........ Auburn Smithville Louisiana Columbia New London Greencastle Alton St. Charles. . . . . .. Jacksonville La Grange Herculaneum Springfield Ava Mexico Camden Point Vandalia Mellville Galena Little Osage Lexington Lexington

St. Charles Pike ........•.. Greene Madison....... Cape Girardeau. Knox Howard Henry......... Fayette Callaway Sangamon..... Union Jackson Lafayette ...•.. Washington Ste. Genevieve .. Cooper Lincoln Clay........... Pike Boone Ralls Sullivan Madison....... St. Charles. . . .. Morgan Lewis Jefferson Sangamon Douglas Audrain Platte Platte Dade Jo Daviess Vernon Lafayette Lafayette

Mo Mo Mo IlL Mo Mo Mo Mo......... 111. .•••.•••• Mo......... Ill.......... III Mo Mo III Mo......... Mo......... Mo Mo......... Mo Mo Mo Mo Ill.......... Mo......... III Mo Mo......... III Mo Mo Mo Ill Mo Ill Mo Mo Mo

1820, by G.L. of Tenn October 11, 1821. May 6,1852 April 3,1822 Nov. 25. 1821, disp. G.L.Ind. May 8,1852 April 3, 1822 May, 1852. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. October 8, 1822 May 6, 1852 ..•............ October 25, 1822 .....•..•.. October 25,1822 ........•.. May, 1858 ...........•..•. May 6,1852 October 9,1822 ..•.....••.. October 10, 1826 April 3, 1827 May 8,1852 May 6, 1852 April 8,1828 October 5,1830 October 5, 1837 June 2,1866 October 5, 1837 October 5, 1837 October 2,1838 June 10.1853 Oct., 1820, by G.L. Tenn.•.. October 8,1839 October 13, 1887 May 6,1852 May 6,1852 October 9, 1839 May, 1858 October 11, 1839 May 6,1852 October 8,1840 October 19, 1867

Surrendered April 4 1826 Surrendered April, i825 United with "United No.5" United with 1st G.L. of Illinois, 1824 Surrendered January 7,1823 United with Edina Lodge No. 291 May 2, 1946 Arrested December 20,1831 ' Died 1860 United with 1st G.L. of Illinois, 1824 Surrendered December 31, 1929 Arrested April 11, 1826 United with 1st G.L. of Illinois, 1824 Surrendered 1863 Surrendered 1855 United with 1st G.L. of Illinois, 1824 Surrendered April 6, 1831 Arrested October S, 1838 Arrested October, 1884, by Lee A. Hall, G.M. Went down on account of war, 1861 Arrested April 3, 1838 Arrested October 3,1838 Surrendered 1862, on account of war Arrested April, 1879 United with G.L. of Illinois, 1843 Arrested October 16, 1846 United with G.L. of Illinois, 1840 Surrendered 1876 Arrested April 8, 1825 United with G.L. of Illinois, 1840 Arrested June, 1892, by B. H. Ingram, G.M. Consolidated 1887 with Hebron No. 354 Arrested May, 1855 United with G.L. of Illinois, 1842 Surrendered 1863 Surrendered 1846 Destroyed 1861, by war Arrested December I, 1866 Consol. 1882 with Lexington No. 149

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S2 33 35 37 37 38 39 39 39 40 41 41 41 42 42 42 42 44 44 46 46 49 49

Triangle ......•.......... Hillsboro alias Mt. Moriah. Independence............. Dawson Cedar Graham '" Tully Clinton Modena.... . . . . . . . . . . . . .. COleman Des Moines BOlivar Aetna.................... Houston Iowa..................... Middle Grove Middle Grove Jacksonville.............. Rochester........ . . . . . . .. Sparta. for'ly "Kabzeett" .. Martha Washington Mineral Point ..•.......... Haynesville

50 50 50 51 54 56 58 59 59 60 61 62 62 63 63 64 65 66 66 67

Middletown............... Ozark.................... Anderson................. Livingston Douglas Platte Monticello Lancaster Marion........... . . . . . . .. St. Clair Osceola Maysville Dubuque St. Marys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Iowa City Landmark Melody Marshall , .. Linn Rocheport

Town

County

State

Date of Charter

Perryville Perry . Hillsboro........ Montgomery . Independence.... Jackson . Wellington Lafayette . Owensville Gasconade . Pleasant HiII. Cass . Tully............ Lewis . Carlyle Clinton . Modena.......... Mercer . St. Louis........ . . Burlington ............•......... Bolivar Polk . Aetna........... Scotland . Breckenridge CaldwelL . Bloomington..... . . Middle Grove Monroe . Middle Grove Monroe . .J acksonville " Randolph . Rochester........ Andrew . Sparta.......... Buchanan . Washington Franklin . I~ineral Point. '" . Clinton .

Mo '1 Mo.. . . . . . .. Mo.. . . . . . .. Mo.. . . . . . .. Mo Mo Mo Ill.. . . . . . . .. '" Mo Mo.. . . . . . .. Ia. Ty.. . . .. Mo Mo Mo Ia. Ty.. . . .. Mo Mo.. . . . . . .. Mo.. . . . . . .. Mo.. . . . . . .. Mo.. . . . . . .. Mo Wis. Ty Mo

October 12, 1882 October 8, 1840 October 8, 1841. May 28, 1858 October 15,1868 June 12,1853 June 9,1853 October 8, 1841. June 2,1866 October 8, 1841. October 20, 1841. June 9, 1853 .. " . .. . . . . . .. June 2,1866 June 2,1866 October 20, 1841. June 9,1853 '" October 13, 1870 June 2, 1866. . . . . . . . . . . . .. June 10, 1853. . . . . . . .. . . .. October 8, 1841 June 10, 1853 October 11, 1842 May 25, 1854.............

Middletown...... Montgomery Springfield Greene Chapel Hill.. . . .. Lafayette Glasgow Howard Marthasville Warren Platte City .. " Platte Monticello....... Lewis Lancaster Schuyler Salem........... Marion Belleville St. Clair Osceola St. Clair Maysville DeKalb Dubuque " Perryville........ Perry Marshall Platteville....... Benton Warsaw Iowa City " Saline Linn Osage Rocheport I Boone

Mo.. . . . . . .. Mo.. . . . . . .. '" Mo Mo.. . . . . . .. '" Mo Mo.. . . . . . .. Mo.. . . . . . .. Mo.. . . . . . .. Ill Ill.. . . . . . . .. '" Mo Mo.. . . . . . .. la. Ty Mo Ja. Ty Mo Wis. Ty Mo Mo..... Mo

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Remarks

Consolo 1887 with Triple Tie No. 457 Arrested October 16, 1846 Surrendered October, 1846 Surrendered 1864 Arrested January, 1900 Destroyed 1862, by war Surrendered May, 1863 Arrested October 19, 1846 Arrested October, 1876 Changed to "Mt. Moriah No. 40," 1844 United with G.L. of Iowa, 1844 Surrendered 1863 Conso!. with Memphis No. 16, 1890 Arrested April 22, 1869 United with G.L. of Iowa, 1844 Arrested February 29,1864 Arrested Dec. 17, 1943 by W. F. Woodruff, G.M. Surrendered October, 1899 Surrendered 1865 Arrested October 19, 1846 Arrested May, 1863 United with G.L. of Wisconsin, 1844 Changed name to Holt Lodge No. 49, September 1904--still in existence May 25, 1854. . . . . . . . . . . . .. Arrested May 18, 1858 October 17, 1842 Arrested October 18, 1847 May, 1858 , Destroyed 1861, by war October 11, 1842 Surrendered September, 1876 October 11,1842 Surrendered November 15,1883 October 14, 1842 Surrendered 1864 October 12, 1842 Arrested by J as. W. Boyd, G.M., October, 1886 May 25, 1854. . . . . . . . . . . . .. Arrested 1866 October 11, 1842 United with G.L. of Illinois, 1844 October 11, 1842 United with G.L. of Illinois, 1843 October 15,1842 Destroyed 1861, by war May 25, 1854. . . . . . . . . . . . .. Destroyed 1862, by war October 10, 1843.......... United with G.L. of Iowa, 1844 May 25, 1854 Surrendered January, 1864 October 10, 1843 United with G.L. of Iowa, 1844 October 12, 1843 Destroyed 1861, by war October 12,1843.... United with G.L. of Wisconsin, 1844 October 12, 1843 Arrested 1851 May 28,1856 Arrested 1894, by Harry Keene, G.M. October 20, 1843..... .. . .. United with Howard Lodge No.4, Apr. 19, 1945

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72 75 75 75 81 81 83 84 84 85 86 86 87 88 88 88 90 90 94 94 95 95 95 95 98

Danville Ashley .........•......... Bowling Green Neosho Hickory Grove CentraL Dana Multanomah.. . . . . . . . . . . .. Potter.................... Johnson MitchelL Mo. Mil. 3d Reg't Mo. Vol... Hardin Bates Olive Branch Dresden.............. . . .. Prairie King Solomon Boone Evening Star Acacia................... Pleasant Hill Chapman Meramec Western Star

99 100 101 101 103 105 106 106 106 107 108 108 108 108 108 109 109

Mt. Vernon Canton Greene................. .. Easton................... Carthage................. Relief.................... Macon Laporte.................. Miami. Golden Square New Madrid Aztec.................... Gothic Pineville Altamont Montezuma Louisiana................

Clinton Henry Mo October 23, 1844 . Arrested 1889, by J. P. Wood, G.M. Alexandria Clark Mo October 16, 1844 . Arrested 1864 Marion College .. , Marion........ Mo......... October 16, 1844 . Changed to "Dickerson," 1847 Warren Marion lYl0•........••••••••••••••••••..•.... Formed from "College No. 70" Armstrong Howard Mo May 25, 1854 . Changed name to Armstrong Lodge No. 70, October 1891-still in existence Danville Montgomery . Mo . October 16, 1844 Consolo with Florence Lodge No. 261, 1892 Ashley Pike . Mo Surrendered October 18, 1897 . October 19, 1846 Bowling Green Pike . Mo Changed to "Ashley No. 75" . October 14, 1846 Neosho Newton . Mo '" Surrendered 1863; restored as 247, in 1867 . October 14,1846 Hickory Grove Callaway . Mo . June 2, 1866. . . . . . . . . . . . .. Surrendered March, 1893 Molino Audrain . Mo United with Hebron Lodge 354, Feb. 20,1951 . October 12, 1893 Calhoun. . . . . . . .. Henry . lYlo....•.... October 17, 1846 Arrested October 28, 1852 Oregon City. . . . .. . . Ore . Qctober 19, 1846 1st Lodge on Pac. Coast. United G.L. Oregon Longwood. . . . . .. Pettis . IYlo " .•.. May 25. 1854. . . . . . . . . . . . .. Surrendered December 2, 1896 Warrensburg Johnson . Mo . March 19, 1847 Destroyed 1861, by war Columbus Johnson . Mo .. May 9, 1850 Destroyed 1861, by war . . October 14, 1847 Closed with Mexican war Santa Fe . T~·.·~iN.M:: October 9, 1847 No record except dispensation Butler Bates . Mo . May 28,1858 Destroyed 1861, by war Union Franklin . Mo . October 14, 1847 Arrested about 1855 Dresden......... Pettis . Mo Arrested July, 1878, by T. C. Ready, G.M. . Octobel' 19, 1867 Harrisonville Cass . Mo .. October 12, 1847 Destroyed 1861, by war St. Catharine Linn . lYlo .. June 2, 1866. . . . . . . . . . . . .. Consol. with Brookfield No. 86, January, 1888 Columbia Boone . Mo . May 8, 1848. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Surrendered May 25, 1858 Cuba Crawford . Mo Surrendered June 12, 1875 . May 29, 1855 Jackson Cape Girardeau. Mo Went down during the civil war . May 5, 1848 Pleasant Hill. . . .. Cass . Mo . May 8, 1848. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Arrested 1853 Las Vegas . Ty. of N.M .. June 2,1866 United with G.L. of New Mexico, 1877 Eureka St. Louis '" Mo .. October 17,1878 Arrested September, 1916, by F. R. Jesse, G.M. "Covenient Place" Calif. Ty . May 10, 1848 Withdrew to assist in formation of G.L. of California, 1850 Surrendered December 27, 1862 Mt. Vernon . Lawrence . Mo . May 11, 1848 Consol. with Craft Lodge No. 287, Dec., 1898 Canton . Lewis . Mo . May 11, 1848 United with "United No.5," 1857 Springfield . Greene . Mo . May 12, 1848 . Mo Arrested October, 1886, by J. W. Boyd, G.M. Easton . Buchanan . May 28, 1858 Carthage . Jasper . Mo Burned out 1861 . May 12, 1849 Georgetown . Pettis . Mo Went down 1860 . May 10, 1849 Macon . Macon . Mo . May 28, 1858. . . . . . . . . . . . .. Surrendered 1873 . Mo Macon . Macon Changed to "Macon No. 106" . May 28,1858 . Mo Miami. . Saline Surrendered February 10, 1857 . May 10, 1849 . Mo Westport . Jackson Arrested October, 1886, by J. W. Boyd, G.M. . May 10, 1849 New Madrid . New Madrid. '" IYlo•........ May 10, 1849 Destroyed during the civil war Las Cruces . " United with G.L. of New Mexico, 1877 Ty. of N.M .. October 19, 1867 Moberly . R~~d~iph::::: Mo Consol. with Moberly Lodge No. 344, 1896 . October 17,1878. Pineville . McDonald . Mo Arrested by G.L., 1919 . October 22,1896 Altamont . Daviess . Mo September 19, 1919 United with West. Star Lodge 15, June 17,1949 . Santa Fe . United with G.L. of New Mexico, 1877 Ty. of N.M.. May 8, 1851 Ste. Genevieve . St~: G·e·r:~;i~~~·. Mo......... 1807, by G.L. of Pa I Arrested by G.L. of Pennsylvania, 1824

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No.

N arne of Lodge

Town

111 112 114 115 115 116 117 118 118 119 122 124 124 128 128 129 129 130 130 134 134 134 135 135 137 137 138 140 140 141 141 141 143 144 145 145 146 147 148 148 150 152 153 154

St. Louis Ezell Waverly Sibley.................... Border Daviess Versailles , Hiram..... . . . • . . . . . . . . .. Kingston................. Foster ........•........... Dover.................... Cedar.................... Dardenne Kirksville Live Oak Constantine Charleston Barry.................... West Prairie Sarcoxie Pleasant Mount Olean Ridgley................... Warrensburg Warrenton Prairieville Round Prairie , Smithton Papinsville Middlebury............... Oriental Chain of Rocks Flint Hill John Dade Windsor City ............• Rising Star McGee ' Buffalo yancy Purdy................. . .. Leavenworth Linn Creek Kansas Concord............. . . . ..

St. Louis St. Francisville Waverly Sibley........... South-West City .. Gallatin Versailles........ St. Charles. . . . . .. Kingston........ Boston Dover........... Fremont......... O'Fallon Kirksville Pleasant HilL Charleston Charleston....... Cassville......... Clarkton Sarcoxie Olean Olean........... Ridgley.......... Warrensburg Warrenton Prairieville...... Newark ..•...... , Smithfield....... Papinsville Middlebury , Trenton......... Owen Flint Hill Cassville Windsor City Ebenezer........ College Mound , Buffalo Pineville Purdy........... Leavenworth Linn Creek Wyandotte Concord.........

County

State

Date of Charter

St. Louis . Mo.. . . . . . .. 1809, by G.L. of Pa.. . . . . .. Clark . Mo.. . . . . . .. May 9, 1850 Lafayette . Mo May 9,1850 Jackson , Mo May 10, 1850 October 15,1874 , McDonald . Mo Daviess . Mo May 10, 1850 May 10,1850 Morgan . Mo May 10, 1850 St. Charles . Mo CaldwelL . Mo.. . . . . . .. October 19, 1867 May 10, 1850 " Scott . Mo May 20,1850 Lafayette . Mo Cedar . Mo.. . . . . . .. May 10, 1851. October 19,1867 St. Charles . Mo May 8,1851. Adair . Mo Cass . Mo.. . . . . . .. October 19, 1867 May 8,1851. Mississippi. . Mo Octobel.' 12,1876 Mississippi , Mo Barry . Mo.. . . . . . .. May, 1852. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. May 28,1858 Dunklin . Mo May, 1851. Jasper . Mo Miller .. Mo.. . . . . . .. .....•.................... May 30. 1860........ Miller . Mo Platte . Mo... . . . . .. May 7, 1851. •............. Johnson . Mo.. . . . . . .. October 19, 1867 Warren . Mo.. . . . . . .. June, 1851 May 28,1859............. Pike . Mo Andrew . Mo.. . . . . . .. May 31, 1855. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . Kan. Ty..... May, 1855 ...•............ Bates . Mo.. . . . . . .. May 28. 1858 May 31, 1855 Mercer , Mo... .. October 17. 1873 , Grundy . Mo ' Lincoln . Mo.. . . . . . .. October 14, 1880 Mo... . . . . .. May 31,1855 St. Charles .. June I, 1855 Barry . Mo Carroll . Mo.. . . . . . .. June I, 1855. . . . . . . . . . . . .. Greene . Mo.. . . . . . .. May, 1858. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. June 1,1855 Macon . Mo May, 1855 Dallas . Mo June 1.1855 Mo McDonald . October 7,1884 , Barry . Mo Kan. Ty June 2,1855 . May 26,1855 Camden . Mo May, 1855 . Kan. Ty Callaway . Mo.. . . . . . .. June I, 1855. . . . . . . . . . . . ..

Remarks Arrested Surrendered 1860 Surrendered January 28,1860 Surrendered 1863 Surrendered October, 1882 Arrested 1876 Consolo with Morgan 320 under 320 as Versailles Surrendered May, 1862 United with Hamilton Lodge 224, Dec. 15, 1953 Surrendered 1866 Conso!. with Lafayette No. 437, February, 1893 Surrendered 1863 Arr. Jan. 15, 1885, by R. F. Stevenson, G.M. Arrested 1863; new Charter 1864 to No. 105 Arrested by G. L. of Missouri, 1877 Surrendered July 28,1874 Surrendered December, 1889 Arrested 1852 Arrested October, 1886, by J. W. Boyd, G.M. Arrested May, 1858 Changed name to Olean Lodge No. 134 in 1900 Consol. with Ionia No. 381, Dec. 29, 1966 Destroyed 1861, by war Consolo with Corinthian Lodge No. 265, 1889 Surrendered 1856 Arrested 1895 by J. B. Thomas, G.M. Arrested 1865 United to form G.L. of Kansas ConsoI. with Rockville 341, March, 1928 Arrested 1872 Conso!. with Trenton Lodge No. 111 Consol. with Moscow Mills No. 558, Oct., 1905 Surrendered 1863 Destroyed 1861, by war Surrendered 1855 Arrested by E. F. Allen, G.M., 1898 United with Excello Lodge No. 332, Dec., 1936 Arrested 1861 Arrested January 19,1884, by L. A. Hall, G.M. United with Monett Lodge 129, April 4, 1949 United to form G.L. of Kansas Destroyed 1861, by war United to form G.L. of Kansas Surrendered April, 1901

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Giddings Cornwell ...•....••.•••••• Johnson " " .. Pacific Me?dota ..•..•.....••..•.. Edma Robert Morris. . . . . . . . . . . .. Maryville Mirabile Portageville Eldorado................. Orient Francais Puxico Revere Fairmount Tuscumbia .•.••....•••.... Wolf Island Union, form'ly "Bollinger". Union Powell .....•..•.•. Newton.................. Winchester Kenner Des Moines... .. . Novelty.................. Stewartsville ..••...•...•.. California...••••••••••••• Modern Calhoun Hale Fairfield .•.••..••••••••••• Dayton ...........•••••.•• Morality .••••..••..•••.••• "Henry Clay" .........•..• Carter Zerubbabel. Wilson .....•.•.•..••..••• Wet Au Glaize .....•••...• Camden Washburn ...•.....•....•• Jamesport Pleasant Ridge Green Ridge. . . . . . . . . . . . .. Bent Rocky Mount Alto Vista Orion 0

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212 Austin................... Austin West Plains 216 West Plains

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219 219 222 223 223 224 229 229 229 231 232 232 235 235 239

Date of Charter , " . . . .. . May, 1861. . May, 1861. October 17, 1867 May, 1861. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. May, 1861..... . .. . . . . . . .. . October 15, 1868 .. October 12, 1869 , . May 30, 1861.. , . May, 1861. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . October 19, 1867 . May, 1861. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . May 29, 1861. . October 13, 1871 . October 17, 1889 . ~ay, 1863. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. October 27,1863 . October 19, 1867 . May 26,1864 " .. October 11, 1888 . May, 1865. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . May 25,1865 . October 2,1913 . May 26, 1865 . May 26, 1865 . September 19, 1917 . October 17, 1867 . October, 1867. . . . . . . . . . . .. . October 18, 1900 . October 15, 1868 . October IS, 1868

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Cass Macon Lewis......... Jasper Monroe Barton......... Grundy Johnson Taney......... Warren Carroll. Jackson Ralls DeKalb Pike........... Monroe Wright Callaway Montgomery... Dunklin Andrew Montgomery l\iorgan........ Gentry Jefferson

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258 261 264 264 266 269 274 275 275 277 278 280 280

Ravanna , Florence Fayetteville KirbyVille Social Rock Prairie New Market Tranquillity Bunker Index, Avilla. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Reeds Spring Lodge of Peace

Ravanna New Florence Fayetteville...... Hollister......... Martinsburg Halltown New Market Orearville Bunker.......... Index Bower's Mills. . .. Reeds Spring .•.. Chilhowee ,

Mercer Montgomery Johnson....... Taney......... Audrain Lawrence Platte Saline......... Reynolds....... Cass Lawrence...... Stone Johnson.......

Mo Mo Mo Mo Mo Mo Mo Mo Mo., Mo Mo Mo Mo

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Lilly New Boston Hesperian Urich................. . .. Acacia...... . . . . . . . . . . . .. Grove.................... Cameron Ozark

Grant City New Boston Virgil City Urich Paradise......... Webster Groves.. Cameron Fair Grove ,

Worth Linn Cedar Henry.. . . . . . .. Clay........... St. Louis Clinton Greene

298 301 384 304 306 309 312 313 314 314 314 316 320 320 320 320 326 326 329

Marble Hill. White Hall. '" FaithfuL................. SignaL ..•................ Clarence................. King Hiram. . . . . . . . . . . . .. Mt. Pleasant Kingsville St. Aubert Rome......... . . . . . . . . . .. Pine Altona.......... . . . . . . . .. Chapel Hill. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Amazonia................ Many Springs Morgan... . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. New Home Kit Carson. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Kennedy

Marble Hill. . . . .. Barnard Fair Dealing. . . .. Nundenmines Clarence Knoxville........ Ellington Kingsville St. Aubert Rome Bardley Altona Chapel Hill. . . . .. Amazonia Many Springs Versailles........ Sprague Elizabethtown.... Elmo

Bollinger Nodaway Ripley Barton Shelby Ray Gentry Johnson

Ripley Bates Lafayette Andrew Oregon Morgan Bates . Nodaway

330 330 332 332 333 336 337 338 340 340 341 341 343 347 347 348 348 348

Bertrand........ . . . . . . . .. Lathrop.................. Clark City , Ryland Chillicothe , Oak Grove Malta Myrtle................... Amity Jericho Relief. Rockville Agricola Landmark Spring Creek. . . . . . . . . . . .. Ash Grove Cimarron Wadesburg...............

Bertrand........ Lathrop......... Clark City. . . . . .. Berlin........... Chillicothe....... Pink Hill Malta Bend Millville......... Smithton........ Jericho.......... Republic Rockville Petersburg Kennett Lecoma Ash Grove Cimarron........ Creighton

I\'lississippi. Clinton Clark Gentry Livingston Jackson Saline Ray Pettis Cedar Greene Bate:> Henry Dunklin Dent. Greene Colfax Cass

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October, 1868 October 13,1881. October 15,1868 October 19, 1889 October 15, 1868 October 15, 1868 October 10, 1875 October 15, 1868

. Arrested Dec., 1880, by W. R. Stubblefield, G.M. . Arrested 1889, by J. P. Wood, G.M. . Surrendered September, 1888 . United with Clinton No. 548, April 1, 1949 . Consol. with Temperance No. 438, Sept., 1899 . Surrendered 1874 . Consol. with Vinci! Lodge No. 62, 1888 . Char. arr. June 27,1944 by Wm. F. Woodruff, Grand Master . Mo . October 15, 1868 . Consol. with Trowel No. 440, December, 1899 . Mo . October 15, 1868 . United with Valley No. 413, January 20,1965 . Mo . October 12, 1869 . Surrendered June, 1903 . lYlo . October 31, 1903 . United with Lamar No. 292, March 14, 1945 . Mo . October 12, 1866 . Arrested Aug. 26, 1921, by W. F. Johnson, G.M. . Mo . October 12, 1865 . United with Polo No. 232, February 24, 1932 . Mo . October 12, 1869 . Consolidated with Stanberry No. 109 . Mo . October 12, 1869 . Surrendered September 2, 1922 . Mo . October 12, 1869 . Surrendered December 14, 1882 . Mo . October 11, 1883 . Consolo with Ava No. 26, March, 1888 . Mo . October 11, 1888 . Consol. with Composite No. 369, Nov. 18, 1961 . Mo . October 12, 1869 . Arrested March, 1896, by A. M. Hough, G.M. . Mo . October 12, 1869 . Surrendered September 14, 1889 . Mo . October 15, 1890 . Consol. with Savannah Lodge 71, April, 1907 . Mo . September 26, 1907 . Consol. September, 1917, with Alton No. 255 . Mo . September 19, 1917 . Consol. \Xith Versailles 117, Oct. 18,1923 as 320 . Mo . October 12, 1879 . Consolidated with Foster Lodge No. 554 . Mo . October 12, 1869 . Arrested 1878, by T. C. Ready, G.M. . Mo . October 30, 1870 . Char. arr. July 31, 1944, by Wm. F. Woodruff, Grand Master . Arrested March 12, 1923, by B. S. Lee, G.M. . lYlo . October 16, 1879 . Arrested May, 1879, by N. M. Givan, G.M. . Mo . October 13, 1870 . Surrendered 1875 . Octobe1' 12, 1870 . Mo . Arrested Sept. 10, 1904, by W. F. Kuhn, G.M. . Mo . October 14, 1875 October 12. 1869 . . Mo United with Friendship No. 89, October 6, 1939 . . Surrendered October 3, 1873 . Mo . October 12. 1870 . Arrested Jan., 1887, by G. R. Hunt, G.M. . Mo . October 12, 1871. . Consol. with Richmond Lodge 57, Sept. 23, 1921 . October 13, 1870 . Mo . Surrendered January, 1884 . October 13, 1870 . Mo . October 16, 1884 .........•. Arrested Oct., 1894, by Harry Keene, G.M. . Mo .. October 13, 1870 .........•. Surrendered May, 1899 . Mo .. Consol. with Star No. 419,August 23,1963 . May 10, 1900 . Mo . United with Clinton No. 648, December 10. 1943 . October 13, 1870 . Mo . Arrested March, 1879, by N. M. Givan, G.M. . October 13, 1870 . Mo . Surrendered October 19, 1918 . October 16, 1884 . Mo . Arrested 1872 . October 13, 1870 . Mo . Surrendered 1879 . Ty. of N. M. October 14, 1876 . October 2, 1882 ..........•. Char. arr. September 17, 1949, by Harry F. . Mo Sunderland, Grand Master 1 Mo I October 13, 1870 . Arrested January 25,1884. by L. A. Hall, G.M.

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No.

Name of Lodge

Town

County

State

Date of Charter

Remarks

360 363 353 357 357 367 368 364 365 366 371 373 373 374 374 375 378 378 379 382 382 384 384 386 386 386 388

Tyrian .........•......... Ben Franklin . Benton . Phelps ..................• Young's Creek .......••.•• Auxvasse .............•... Comfort ......•......••••• King David .. Warsaw . Unanimity . Craig .......•.•......•... Mandeville ..•....•.•.•••• Amity . Golden Rule . Wilderness , Plumb ...•.•............. Kilwinning .•.•........... Warsaw ...••••........... Coatesville.••••........... Richland .. Mt. Ararat ...•........... Harll.lony ...••.•.......... Boone ...•..•.•........... Reynolds .............•..• Alexander . Dayton . Chula ...•....•.......•...

Johnstown. . . . . .. Savannah ••...... St. Louis. . . . . . . .. Phelps City. . . . .. Rowena Auxvasse Rocky Comfort. .. Kansas City Warsaw Weston Craig. . . . . . . . . . .. Mandeville. . . . . .. Filley. . . . . . . . . . .. Jonesburg. . . . . .. Wilderness. . . . . .. Middletown. . . . .. Downing. . . . . . .. Warsaw.... .. . •. Coatesville Richland. . . . . . . .. Topaz. . . . . . . . . .. Vibbard .......•. Columbia Centerville , Bedford. . . . . . . .. Dayton. . . . . . . . .. Chula

Bates.......... Andrew .••........•... Atchison....... Audrain Callaway McDonald...... Jackson Benton Platte Holt........... CarrolL........ Cedar.......... Mon tgomery . . .. Oregon........ Montgomery... Schuyler....... Benton........ Schuyler Pulaski........ Douglas........ Ray Boone Reynolds....... Livingston..... Cass........... Livingston

Mo . Mo . Mo . Mo . Mo . Mo . Mo . Mo . Mo . Mo . Mo . Mo•...•.... Mo•........ Mo.•....... Mo . Mo . Mo . Mo . Mo . Mo . Mo...•..... Mo . Mo . Mo . Mo . Mo . Mo .

October 12, 1870 ...•.....•. October 13, 1870 ...•.....•. October 14, 1886 ..•••.•..•. October, 1870 ...•..••..•.• October 13,1881 ...••....•. October 16, 1891 ...•.....•. October 13, 1870 ••.......•. October 13, 1870 ..•........ October 13, 1870 October 13, 1870 ..•........ October 13,1870 ..•...•.... October 13, 1871 ......•.... Octobei' 22, 1896 October 16, 1872 ......•.... October 13, 1874 ...•....... October 13, 1871. ....•.••.. October 13, 1871. ....••.•.. October 10, 1894 ..•..•..•.. October, 1871. . •. .•. . •. . .. October 1~, 1871. ..•...••.. October 19, 1898 ..•..•..•.. October, 1871. " . .. October 17,1901. .•..•..•.. October 13, 1887 .••..•..•.. October 13, 1870 ..••....•.. October 13, 1871. ....•..•.. October 13, 1871. .......•..

390 894 394 395 895

Marionville···············1 Dagan Lucerne ......•........... Latimer.................. Hatfield

Marionville 1 Lawrence······1 Mindon .•........ Chariton....... Lucerne Putnam Licking Texas Hatfield Harrison

MO·········1 Mo......... Mo Mo......... Mo

November 21,1871 .....•.. October 13, 1871 .......•... October 21,1903 .....••••.. October 13, 1871 ..•....••.. October 19, 1898 ..

401 402 404 405 406 407 407 409 409 417

Centre , , GaveL . Alexandria ........••..... Meridian Sun .........•... Ituraea ................•.. Houston .............• , ... RoyaL , .....•.... Unity ...........•.....•.. Civil Bend . Covenant ....•............

Lebanon . New Cambria . Alexandria , Austin , HannibaL ...•... Wellington . Mooresviile ...•.. Richmond ...•.... Civil Bend . Carrollton ...•...

Mo . Mo . Mo . Mo...•..... Mo . Mo . Mo . IVIo . Mo . Mo .

October October October October October October October October October October

United with Montrose No. 408, August 28,1960 Consolo with Savannah Lodge No. 71 Arrested 1905, by L. B. Valliant, G.M. Surrendered 1881 Consol. with Hebron No. 354, July, 1891 United with Fulton No. 48, June 26,1938 Arrested January 19, 1884, by L. A. Hall, G.M. Surrendered 1879 Arrested Sept., 1888, by W. M. Williams, G.M. Surrendered 1879 Arrested Jan. 10, 1883, by C. C. Woods, G.M. Arrested Jan. 14, 1896, by A. M. Hough, G.M. Consolo with Clintonville No. 482, Feb., 1906 Surrendered June, 1892 United with Pine No. 314, May 9,1936 Arrested Sept., 1888, by W. M. Williams, G.M. Consol. with Middle Fabius No. 244, Oct., 1894 Arrested by Grand Master Houston, Feb., 1906 Consolo 1881 with Glenwood No. 427 Arrested by Grand Master Tygard, Feb., 1898 United with Pilot Knob 182, January 27,1940 Consol. with Clay No. 207, June, 1899 Consol. with Twilight No. 114, May 12, 1904 Consol. with Hopewell No. 239, May, 1899 Consol. with Hale Lodge No. 184, October, 1887 United with Index No. 54, January 24, 1941 Char. arr. March 28, 1949, by Harry F. Sunderland, Grand Master United with Canopy No. 284, January 5,1945 Surrendered December, 1902 Surrendered its charter, 1936 Arrested by Grand Lodge, October 21, 1897 Consolo with Lodge of Light No. 267, February 17, 1931 Consolidated with Laclede No. 83, 1893 Surrendered October, 1900 Arrested October 22, 1896, by Grand Lodge Arrested Aug., 1886, by R. F. Stevenson, G.M. Consol. with Hannibal Lodge No. 188 Destroyed by fire December 19, 1878 Arrested Aug., 1893, by John R. Parson, G.M, Surrendered 1876 Arrested October, 1899, by E. F. Allen, G.M. Consolo with Wakanda Lodge No. 62, 1880

Laclede . Macon . Clark . Cass . Marion . Lafayette . Livingston . Ray . Daviess . Carroll .....•...

13, 1871 ...•...•••. 13, 1871. .••.•...•. 13, 1871. ..•.•..••. 13, 1871. ....•..•.. 13. 1871. .....•.•.. 13, 1871. .......•.. 17,1878 ..•.....•.. 13, 1871 ........•.. 17, 1878 .....•..... 12, 1872 .....•..•..

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Clear Creek Euclid Newburg........... . . . . .. Cedar City Leesville Sedgwickville Louisville Pittsville Iron Mountain Cement ..•............... Dauphine Black Oak. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Silent Temple St. Nicholas. . . . . . . . . . . . .. Lamonte Ash Grove Gothic.................... Tuscumbia Lafayette................

Lincoln Versailles Competition..... Cedar City Leesville Sedgwickville Louisville Holden Iron Mountain Halfway Dauphine Preston Macon Cave Spring. . . .. Lamonte Ash Grove Alexandria....... Tuscumbia Corder

Benton Morgan Laclede........ Callaway Henry Bollinger Lincoln Johnson Iron Polk Osage Hickory Macon Greene Pettis Greene Clark.......... Miller Lafayette

Mo Mo Mo Mo Mo Mo Mo Mo Mo Mo Mo Mo Mo Mo Mo Mo Mo Mo Mo

. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .

October 16, 1872 . October 12, 1872 ........•.. October 16, 1872 , October 17. 1873 ...•....... October 16, 1872 ...•....... October 14, 1886 ..•........ October 16, 1872 . October 19, 1898 •.•...••..

442 445 446 447 449 449 451 451 452 454 464 465 465 457 463 466 466

Mt. Lebanon WestGate Greenfield Fairview Piedmont ..............•.. Bois d'Arc Argyle ..•..........•••.•• Raymore Verona ..............•..•. Benton CeciL Barnesville Hinton Triple Tie. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Lake Silver City Gaynor City. . . . . . . . . . . . ..

Mt. Moriah. . . . .. St. Louis Greenfield Browning Piedmont Bois d'Arc Nevada Raymore Verona Lincoln Cottonwood Pt Ellington Hinton Brazeau......... Cunningham Silver City Parnell..........

Harrison St. Louis City .. Dade.......... Sullivan....... Wayne Greene Vernon Cass Lawrence Benton .....•... Pemiscot Reynolds Boone Perry.......... Chariton Grant N odaway. . . . . ..

Mo....•.... Mo . Mo . Mo . Mo . Mo .. Mo . Mo . Mo . Mo . Mo . Mo . Mo . Mo...•..... Mo . Ty. of N.~.. Mo .

October 16, 1872 ..•........ October 16, 1872 . October, 1873 .. " ..•...... October, 1873 .•.•..••. " .. October 16, 1872 . October 16,1884 . October 16, 1872 ..•........ October 13, 1892 ..•....•... October 16,1872 ..•.....•.. October 16,1872 . October 16, 1884 . October 16, 1872 . September 29, 1904 . October 17, 1873 ..•........ October 17, 1873 . October 17, 1873 , October 12, 1882 ,

466 468 474 478 479 480 481 485 487 491 493 495

Centre View. . . . . . . . . . . . .. Red Oak Guilford Racine........... . . . . . . .. Triangle Union Clinton Paragon.................. Herndon Pittsville Vernon , Globe ,

Centre View. . . .. Red Oak Guilford Seneca.......... Butler La Junta .. " . Clinton.......... Green Ridge. . . . .. Herndon Pittsville Bronaugh Louisiana

Johnson Lawrence Nodaway Newton Bates . Henry Pettis Saline Johnson Vernon Pike

}\iIo...•..... Mo . Mo . Mo . Mo . Ty. of N. M. Mo . Mo . Mo . Mo . Mo . Mo .

October October October October October October October October October October October October

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October October October October October October October October October April 6,

16, 1872 . 17, 1873 ..•..•..... 13, 1881. .......•.. 16. 1872 . 16, 1872 . 16, 1872 . 13, 1881. .•........ 19, 1898 .....•..... 16, 1872 . 1887 ........•.....

17,1873 . 16, 1873 . 16, 1874 . 15, 1874 . 15, 1874 . 16, 1874 . 15, 1874 .....•..... 15, 1874 . 15,1874 '" 15, 1874 . 1~, 1876 .. " .•..... 12, 1876 .

United with Shawnee 663, February 24, 1933 ConsoI. wi th Versailles Lodge No. 117 Arrested March 29, 1890, by T. Brace, G.M. Arrested by Grand Lodge, 1904 Arrested October, 1886, by the Grand Lodge Arrested March, 1897, by D. A. Jamison, G.M. Arrested Dec., 1896, by D. A. Jamison, G.M. Consol. with Holden No. 262, Feb. 27, 1931 Consolo with Star of the West No. 133, 1894 Consol. with Bolivar Lodge 196, Feb. 20, 1929 Surrendered 1879 Consol. with Urbana No. 421, December, 1890 Surrendered October, 1877 Arrested 1897, by D. A. Jamison, G.M. Arrested October, 1878, by T. C. Ready, G. M. Arrested 1897, by D. A. Jamison, G.M. United with St. Francisville 688, April 4, 1940 Arrested October, 1886, by J. W. Boyd, G.M. Char. arr. February 17,1941, by Harry S. Truman, Grand Master Surrendered 1879 Arrested 1887, by Geo. R. Hunt, G.M. Consolo with Washington No. 87, Dec., 1898 Surrendered August, 1899 Arrested Jan. 19, 1884, by L. A. Hall, G.M. United with Ash Grove No. 100, April 6, 1932 Surrendered March, 1892 United with Belton No. 46'0, February 2,1937 United with Monett No. 129, July 2,1937 Arrested May 21, 1884, by L. A. Hall, G.M. ConsoI. with Caruthersville No. 461, 1903 Arrested Jan., 1904, by W. F. Kuhn, G.M. Surrendered March I, 1963 Surrendered April, 1893 Arrested November 7, 1876 Sur. char. and unit. with G.L. of N. M., 1882 Char. arr. March 6, 1944, by Wm. F.Woodruff, Grand Master Arrested by Grand Master Brace, Nov., 1889 United with La Russell No. 592, April 29, 1949 United with Nodaway 470, December 14, 1944 Char. arr. 1942, by Harris C. Johnston, G.M. Surrendered October, 1877 United with G.L. of New Mexico, 1877 Arrested 1889, by J. P. Wood, G.M. Surrendered 1879 Arrested March, 1906, by G.M. Houston Arrested 1876 United with Hermon No. 187, January 26,1943 Consol. with Perseverance No. 92, 1890

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West Prairie Strafford ..........•... Kaseyville Pee Dee ............•.. Paynesville Avalon Bisw~ll..... . . . . . . . . .. Chariton Exeter Seligman.............

519 520 523 523 529 530 530 533 541 543 544 546 557 562 569 580 583 584 589 589 592 594 595 595 604 609 616 619 627 628 635 636 645 664

Turney . Toltec . Kidder . Stir-son . Niangua . Ritchey ...........•..• Peculiar . Walker ..............• Franklin . Fides ..•........•..... Mexico . Prairie Hill ........•.. Blairstown . Deepwater . Tiff City . Houston ........•..... Novinger . Red Bird ............•. Duncan . Grovespring••••••••••• Stoutsville . Blodgett . Cecil . Emmanuel. . Strasburg . Victory . Marion . Fairview . Wallace Park . Moundville . Tuscumbia . Weaubleau .. Clever . Aldrich .

Town Clarkton Strafford Kaseyville....... Musselfork Paynesville Bedford Browning Guthridge Mills Exeter Seligman........ I _. ! ~ i Turney. . . . . . . . .. Mexico . Kidder . Stinson . Niangua . Ritchey . Peculiar . Walker . St. Clair . Kansas City . Mexico . Prairie Hill . Blairstown . Deepwater . Tiff City . Gant. . Novinger . Red Bird . Duncan . Grovespring....•. Stoutsville . Blodgett . Cottonwood Pt . Bado . Strasburg . Pomona . Mercer . Fairview .......• Wallace . Moundville . Tuscumbia . Weaubleau . Clever . Aldrich .

County Dunklin Greene Macon Chariton Pike Livingston Linn Chariton Barry Barry Clinton

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Date of Charter October 15,1890 •.......... October 11, 1877 October 11, 1877 October 19,1898 October 11, 1877 October 12, 1882. . . . . . . . . .. October 12, 1882 October, 1882. . . . . . . . . . . .. October 12, 1882 October 12, 1882

. Mo . Rep. of Mex. . Mo . . Mo . . Mo . . Mo . . Mo . . Mo . . Mo . . Mo .. . Mo . . Mo . . Mo . . Mo . . Mo . . Mo . . Mo . . Mo . . Mo . . Mo . . Mo......•.. . Mo . , . Mo .. . Mo . . Mo . . Mo . . Mo . . Mo . . Mo . . . Mo . Mo . . . Mo . , .. Mo . . Mo

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Remarks

Arrested Dec., 1894, by J. B. Thomas, G.M. Arrested Sept., 1906, by Grand Master Houston Surrendered January, 1898 United with Westville 202, January 16, 1943 Consol. with Clarksville No. 17, May 5,1917 Consol. with Wheeling No. 434, March 8, 1917 Surrendered June 20, 1925 Surrendered March, 1899 Arrested March, 1901, by Grand Master Wells Char. arr. May 4, 1941, by Harry S Truman, Grand Master October 11, 1883 Surrendered November 18, 1895 October 11,1883 Surrendered January 31,1894 October 16,1884 Consol. with Hamilton No. 224,1902 October 22,1902 United with Miller No. 567, September 22,1948 October 15, 1885 Arrested 1918, by W. A. Clark, G.M. October 15, 1885 Arrested by F. R. Jesse, G.M. September 21, 1916 '" United with Raymore No. 451, April 12, 1932 October 12, 1887 Surrendered February 19, 1898 October 16, 1889 Arrested July, 1904, by W. F. Kuhn, G.M. October 15, 1890 Consol. with Heroine No. 104, December, 1890 October 15, 1890 Consol. with Hebron No. 354, Dec. 25, 1916 October 15, 1890 Consol. with Salisbury No. 208, Nov. 18, 1919 July 4,1882 United with Clinton No. 648, March 24, 1944 October 17, 1895 United with Clinton No. 548, April 26, 1940 September 29, 1904 Consol. with Anderson No. 621, Oct. 7, 1926 September 27, 1906 United with Hebron No. 354, April 18, 1944 September 27, 1906 Consol. with Adair No. 366, June 11, 1963 September 27,1905 United with Cuba No. 312, July 1,1936 September 26, 1907 Name changed to "Grove Spring," 1913 September 26,1906 United with Joppa No. 411, December 24,1949 September 26, 1907. . . . . . .. Arrested Sept., 1920, by J. C. Garrell, G.M. October 17, 1907. . .. . .. United with Morley No. 184, December 25, 1944 September 30, 1908 Arrested Sept., 1915, by T. W. Cotton, G.M. October 2,1913 Consol. with Texas Lodge 177, Sept. 5,1925 September 29,1909 United with Jewel No. 180, Dec. 14, 1934 September 28,1910 Consol. with Mt. Zion No. 327, April 16, 1917 September 28, 1911. Char. arr. 1936, by James W. Skelly, G.M. September 5, 1912, United with Comfort No. 533, April 9, 1932 October 2,1913. . Surrendered its charter June 19, 1937 October 2, 1913 Surrendered May 2, 1925 October I, 1914 Consol. with Ionia 381, August 21, 1923 October I, 1914 Surrendered September 17.1927 September 18.1918 United with Billings No. 379. February 10, 1938 October 26, 192'1 Surrendered October 16, 1961

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The Roll of "Dead Lodges" under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of Missouri, was originally compiled by George Frank Gouley, and printed in the Proceedings of the Grand Lodge in 1876. This list was revised and brought up to date intermittently until 1931, when the last revision was completed by Dr. Arthur Mather, Grand Secretary. The present list has been revised through June 30, 1967 and gives an up to date compilation of the Masonic Lodges of Missouri which have, for one reason or another, gone out of existence. It is hoped that this list may prove helpful to Masonic students and historians. Fraternally yours, ELMER W. WAGNER,

Grand Secretary.

WILLIAM R. DENSLOW

Grand Master 1967-1968

A MASONIC REVIEW

A MASONIC REVIEW By BRUCE H. HUNT, P.G.M., The review for the Grand Lodge of Missouri has been prepared from transactions of other Grand Lodges throughout the world. In the United States of America, only the proceedings of Delaware, Iowa, Massachusetts, Nebraska and Vermont failed to reach our desk for review. Many foreign proceedings are received and reviewed as they come to us. It appears that there continues a decline in membership in many jurisdictions in this country. We are perhaps a bit more concerned with this condition than would be the case in most foreign countries. We have built our hopes and dreams around bigness in many forms. When we pause for consideration, there can be little doubt in our minds that this lack of growth numerically should be at least in second place in our thoughts. True, we must have numerical and financial strength before we may expect to accomplish many of our goals. These we can live with easily. We tend in many instances to discount the real worth and value of the greatest of all fraternities in its work for mankind. We think only of the temporary status of membership lists, and not in terms of the real devotion of one Mason for another. The many miles traveled in a brother's cause have somehow been forgotten-by all save the brother who benefitted the most. These and many others are the work of Freemasonry. We learn from our neighbors, and now this includes all the world. We arc grateful to those jurisdictions who have shared with us through the medium of their proceedings the greatness of Freemasonry in their areas of the globe. We hope we have treated them as kindly as they have been to us. COLORADO: The Grand Orator of the Grand Lodge of Colorado made the following contribution to the Craft by quoting the following: THE APRON MASON

Don't you know the Apron Mason? He's a member of your Lodge! And he's there at every meeting, He's the man that you can't dodge. He's a Past-and-then-some-Master For he's been through all the chairs, Knows the work from "A" to "izzard," He's a shark at splitting hairs. He can give the lectures backwards, Sideways, sleeping, upside-down. He's a cyclopedic member From his soles clean to his crown. Obligations? Boy, he eats 'em For there's not an oath so long That he can't reel off so sweetly As the lark its morning song.

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But you ask, "Why Apron Mason!" It's a trait, if you don't mind, That's peculiar of each Brother Of the Apron Mason kind. Oaths and all Masonic teachings (Here's what makes our critics scoff) All forgot, are left behind him When he takes his apron off. Moral There was once an Apron Mason And he died-they sometimes do. And he tried to gain admission To the Temple of the Blue. But the tiler knew his failing, And he promptly said, "Not so. You will find the Apron Masons Meeting in the hall below." -OSCAR

ANDERSON

in Brothel"hood

THE MAN IN THE GLASS MARYLAND: The following was recited at the installation of officers of the Grand Lodge of Maryland. Perhaps it should be heard elsewhere. When you get what you want in your struggle for life And the world makes you king for a day, Just go to the mirror and look at yourself And see what that man has to say. For it is not your father, or mother, or wife Whose judgment upon you must pass, The fellow whose judgment counts most in your life Is the one staring back from the glass. You may be like Jack Horner and chisel a plum And think you are a wonderful guy, But the man in the glass sees you are only a bum If you can't look him straight in the eye. He's the fellow to please, Never mind all the rest, For he's with you clear to the end. You have passed your most dangerous and difficult task, If the man in the glass is your friend. You may fool the whole world down the pathway of years, And get pats on your back as you pass, But your final reward will be heartaches and tears If you cheated the man in the glass.

ACACIA ALABAMA: The Grand Lodge of Alabama took note of the Acacia Fraternity, as will be evident in the following account of the appearance of certain members of the order: A faculty advisor appeared with three Acacia members and all made short ad-

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dresses in which they gave the origin, history, aims and purposes of this college fraternity with Masonic connections. The Grand Historian, R.W. Bro. Joe Jackson, University Librarian, also added to the explanations of the achievements and aims of this comparatively new youth organization of the Masonic family. This proved to be quite an informative and interesting rendition, and the delegates and visitors assembled gained knowledge of the requirements and activities of this group. Dr. Douglas E. Jones, head of the Department of Geology and Geography at the University, W. Clyde Shearer, David W. Jones, and John P. McAdams appeared for Acacia.

WASHINGTON: A very interesting introduction to the Acacia Fraternity was presented to the Grand Lodge of Washington: I am here today to acquaint you with the work and principles of Acacia Fraternity. "Seek knowledge and with all thy knowledge seek wisdom and with thy wisdom get understanding" is a part of the ritual of Acacia Fraternity, attributed to Solomon. Acacia, a unique college fraternity, is a social organization having chapters at 50 universities and colleges in this country. It was founded in 1904 at the University of Michigan by 14 Master Masons. Instead of the usual Greek letters, they chose the name Acacia because of its Masonic significance. The members were all Master Masons, congenial, serious-minded, and devoted students of our great Fraternity, the same principles by which we have prospered and so has the Acacia Fraternity for 62 years. With changes in the educational and social structure of colleges the average age of enrollment in colleges throughout the country dropped below the age of 21. The fraternity could not continue to prosper if it continued to restrict its membership to men over 21. Therefore, in 1933, the rules were modified to include sons or brothers of Master Masons, members of DeMolay and other young men of similar background who were properly recommended. However, there was no change of the Masonic principles upon which this fine fraternity was founded. Acacia provides the college man with an opportunity to maintain his Masonic ties when he is no longer an active DeMolay and before he is old enough to become a Mason. There is nothing comparable that is so well suited to extend Masonic philosophy and principles in campus life. Here young men are helped to achieve scholastic excellence and to develop a mature sense of responsibility. The development of a mature individual is achieved by a number of factors, one of which is the living accommodation itself. A house membership of 50 young men governing themselves can teach a great deal. The elected officers are responsible for the operation of the house and each individual member is responsible for his actions as a man, as taught by the Constitution, By-Laws and the Ritual. The fraternity trains its men to be leaders with judgment that is tempered by intelligence, experience and integrity. Most important, Acacia strives to cultivate in each individual that necessary balance between academic and social development. Acacia, with chapters across the nation, has national headquarters at Evanston, Illinois. Every two years a conclave of chapter presidents, alumni advisors and national officers is held to discuss current problems, to compare information on strength of the chapters, and to provide an accounting of income and expenses of the national organization. This year the meeting is in New Orleans and Louisiana State University Chapter wiII be host. On the national staff are two or three field secretaries who regularly visit local chapters and their duties are similar to those of the District Deputy of the Grand Master. They check on performance of the ritual, observe the housekeeping, check the financial records and, of course, assist in solving the problems of the chapter.

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Acacia Fraternity had a part in another achievement which makes me very proud. In cooperation with several other fraternity and sorority groups, members of Acacia appeared before the Judiciary Committee in Washington, D.C., to document the invasion of its affairs by the Civil Rights Commission. Because of the collective testimony, Congress adopted an amendment to the Civil Rights Act, which says: "Nothing in this or any other act shall be construed as authorizing the Commission . . . to inquire into or investigate any membership practices or internal operations of any fraternal organization, any college or university fraternity or sorority, and private club or any religious organization." Thus Acacia had a part, in this particular instance, in protecting )'0111' rights as a Grand Lodge of Freemasons. And finally, my brethren, Acacia is not asking for financial support nor seeking recognition as a Masonic organization. Its members are simply endeavoring to gain the "wisdom to contrive and the strength to support" a laudable undertaking of young men who seek friendly association with various Masonic groups and individuals. What finer organization of men could they, as Acacians, choose for association? What finer organization of men could we, as Masons choose to encourage?

WYOMING: The Grand Lodge of Wyoming received a brief report about the Acacia Fraternity: M.'V. Grand Master Harding introduced Bro. Don Painter, a member of Rawlins Lodge No.5 and a member of the Acacia Fraternity at the University of ''''yoming. Brother Painter reported on the plans and progress of the chapter at the University and asked the Masons to tell DeMolay boys planning to attend the University about Acacia.

ADVANCEMENT TENNESSEE: The report of the Committee on the Advancement of Freemasonry reported to the Grand Lodge of Tennessee a number of splendid accomplishments the past year. One of its actions, which we consider a bit unusual but worthy of merit, was the appointment of a full-time "Grand Lodge Visitor." The following report of this action will describe the function of this new employee: . Employ a full-time Grand Lodge Visitor with a two-year contract. Acting for the Grand Lodge we have employed Bro. John B. Arp, Jr., as Director of Masonic Advancement. He began his work on October 1, 1966, and he is traveling over the state to discharge his duties. One of his first duties is to help the lodges in the use of the new literature, but he has had to spend some time in getting the printed matter into the hands of the membership. Brother Arp stands ready to assist any lodge in the promotion of Masonic interest, the betterment of the lodge, and the advancement of Masonry. He has no responsibilities for ritualistic work, as that is in the capable hands of the Board of Custodians and Grand Lecturers. There are 389 lodges in the state, and it will require time for Brother Arp to visit each lodge individually, but he has already met many officers and members in various Masonic group meetings and in daytime personal visits. If your lodge has a problem in which he can be of service, let him know and he will try to get to you soon. In the first four months he has traveled more than 11,000 miles, reporting to our Committee on each Masonic community or lodge he visits. Copies of his reports also go to the Grand Master and to the Grand Secretary. He has found some lodges in dire straits . . . usually through lack of interest, a dwindling membership, and occasionally because of a lack of financial resources. The Grand

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Master sent Brother Arp to one lodge which was about to lose its charter after more than 100 years of operation. As a result of that visit the lodge has been reactivated and shows promise for the future. What a black eye for Masonry when a community sees a lodge close its doors in failure after J 00 years I This was a successful operation, but there are other instances in which failure may result. If so, it will be because the life-saving operation was attempted after the patient was beyond recall. f1

AGE GROUPS AND PROFESSIONS OF PETITIONERS FOR DEGREES WASHINGTON: The following was reported in the proceedings of the Grand Lodge of \Vashington, showing the age groups and professions of candidates for Freemasonry in a given area: AGE GROUPS OF PETITONERS FOR DEGREES

Number 109

Ages

21-25

9.36

125 162 185

11.43

341

31.17

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12.06 3.66

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31-35 36-40 41-50 51-60 61 and over

Percentage

14.81 16.91

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 40

OCCUPATIONS AND PROFESSIONS OF PETITIONERS FOR DEGREES

Professional . Executive . Self-employed operators of a business Sales and clerical Skilled craftsmen .. . Armed services . Retired . Policemen and firemen Government employees Pu blic utili ties Laborers . Students . Farmers

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169 26 101

132 355

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118

]8 . 46 . 20

12 36 30

APPENDANT BODIES LOUISIANA: The Grand Master ruled that it was proper for a sccretary of a lodge to notify the corresponding administrative officer of all appendant body that a member had been suspended. His action was reported as follows: March 19-Brother T. R. Phillips, 33掳, Secretary, Shreveport Consistory, requested a ruling on the legality of secretaries of constituent Lodges notifying appendant bodies of the suspension of members for non-payment of dues. Section 19, Article 7, General Regulations has reference to the notification of the results 'of a Masonic trial for unmasonic conduct-not suspension for non路 payment of dues. Since there is evidence that some brothers are erroneously continuing their membership in appendant bodies after being suspended for non-payment of dues

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in their lodge, -] am of the firm opinion that there should be a system of notification to Appendant Bodies of the suspension of their members in a constituent lodge for non-payment of dues. I, therefore, rule that it is proper for this to be done.

The Grand Lodge approved the action. MAINE: The following action was reported by the Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Maine, and approved by that body: HOLY ROYAL ARCH KNIGHT TEMPLAR PRIESTS

A communication, dated April 14, 1966, was received from Rt. Eminent 'Villard H. Doell, Past Grand Commander, requesting permission on behalf of himself, R.W. Albert W. Hoffses, R.\V. Kenneth M. Ritchie and Bro. George Berry to establish a Council of Holy Royal Arch Knight Templar Priests in the Masonic Jurisdiction of Maine. Membership to be by invitation and limited Lo past commanders of Maine Commanderics. The membership requirements being as set forth and as the Council, if established, would be a component body of, and owe allegiance to, The Grand Council of the Allied Masonic Degrees of the United States of America, I gave them permission to organize and establish a Council of Holy Royal Arch Knight Templar Priests in this jurisdiction.

A committee later in the proceedings recommended the separation of the York Rite offices from that of the Grand Lodge: We recommend that the Most 'Vorship(ul Grand Master, at his discretion, appoint a special committee to study the feasibility and practicability of separating our Grand Secretary's and our Grand Treasurer's offices and officers from any other body, so that this Grand Lodge would have the sole benefit of these officers devoting their entire working time to our problems and projects. This committee to report at the next annual session of this Grand Lodge.

MICHIGAN: In the Grand Lodge of Michigan the request of the "Daughters of the Nile" for "joint occupancy" permission, so that these bodies may meet in a Masonic Temple was held over for consi,deration at the next annual communication, after careful study by the Board of General Purposes. MARYLAND: The Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Maryland speaks with mixed feelings about the many appendant bodies of Masonry operating in our country today. We agree with him most heartily that some of them must surely distract the mind of Masons from their primary duty to the Ancient Craft. Many are worthwhile and have proved their worth over and over again, but some of the newer ones have not yet convinced the general membership of their right to a place in the sun. Certainly, we do not want anything or any organization that will produce added controversy. There are far too many things that tend to divide Freemasons. The Grand Master said: Several of the other Masonic bodies to which I belong either through actual or honorary membership are desirious of being received at our communications of Grand Lodge. As much as I should like to acquiesce in the specific requests, ] hesitate to do so because I am unable to determine where to draw the line. It would take the wisdom of several Solomons to arrive at the right decision and then

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the decision would not be considered the right one by all concerned. Bro. Dwight L. Smith, in his booklet entitled, "Whither Are We Traveling?" states ". . . that

no less than 70 organizations have attached themselves to our ancient brotherhood -and that the end is not in sight." That the end is not in sight is literally a true statement. I have before me for consideration a request for approval of a new Masonic organization in Maryland to be known as the "York Rite Sovereign College of North America" whose headquarters is in Detroit, Michigan. Bro. Charles H. Cover, Grand Master in 1957, directed, under date of August 6, 1957, that no Mason of this jurisdiction may become a member or otherwise participate in the formation of the York Rite Sovereign College of Freemasonry, until such organization shall have approval. Since Brother Cover's directive the organization has been reorganized and is now active in Pennsylvania, New York State, New Jersey, Connecticut, Michigan, North and South Dakota and the State of Washington. It has been recognized by the Grand Encampment of Knights Templar and other organizations. I have been endeavoring to ascertain the need for such an organization in Maryland and the wishes of those who are eligible for membership. My inquiries up to the present time reveal that there is a division of opinion. Until there is more unanimity of opinion, the matter will remain in status quo. Speaking of new organizations I understand that the Grand Encampment of Knights Templar, the General Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons and the General Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters will consider at their next meetings a proposal to establish an overall coordinating Body to oversee and coordinate the activities of the York Rite. ]f approved, this means another new Masonic organization.

APPOINTMENTS-GRAND LECTURER WEST VIRGINIA: The Grand Lecturer of the Grand Lodge of West Virginia gave a very informative report to his Grand Lodge. We quote a portion of it: . One of the most important, and certainly one of the most difficult, duties of the Grand Lecturer is the appointment of members of the Committee on Work as Deputy Grand Lecturers. In OUr report last year we dealt at some length with the unusual qualifications which under our Regulations and the usages and customs developed in connection with them are necessary for eligibility for appoinunent. As excellence of achievement is the purpose of Ancient Craft Masonry, considerations of personal loyalty to the Grand Lecturer should be laid aside, and so long as a Deputy Lecturer discharges the duties of his post with that industry and degree of perfection which this Grand Lodge has come to expect he should not be replaced. It will be a dark day indeed if this Grand Lodge falls into the hands of those motivated by a desire for so-called Masonic "honors," the niggardly pickings of expense accounts, or the egotism of flamboyant titles, but the good sense of the Craft in general and diligent attendance upon the lessons of the ritual in particular cases should be relied upon to avert such a calamity or ultimately to rectify it if it should occur. Likewise, We believe the Grand Lecturer should give serious consideration to the recruitment of younger craftsmen as members of the committee. Not only do humanitarian considerations dictate that a craftsman who has labored diligently for many years should be given some respite in the sunset of life, but also the value of his long experience in the committee's work wiII be lost if he does not have an opportunity to pass it on to a worthy successor. This is peculiarly true in a Grand Jurisdiction such as ours, where so large a part of the Work, both

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in language and Hoor movements, is quite esoteric. There is no limitation in our Constitution or Regulations upon the number of Deputy Grand Lecturers, and while, of course, the membership of the committee must be kept within manageable bounds, the most important consideration in adding members must be the best method of discharging the all· important duties of the committee as custodian of the ritual. The only expense to Grand Lodge is the modest allowance of mileage and per diem at the Annual Communication. 'We, therefore, recommend that in appropriate cases additional younger deputies he added to the corps.

BALLOT INDIANA: The Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Indiana had prepared, printed and distributed a "message from the Grand Master," entitled "Your Sacred Right and Duty." This message was to be read in each Lodge prior to the conferring of the Master Mason Degree. We think it so appropriate that it is reproduced here: YOUR SACRED RIGHT AND DUTY

(To be read by the W.M. immediately after the ballot box is presented to the South, West and East and before the actual balloting.) Brethren, you are about to exercise one of your most sacred rights as a Master Mason by voting for the election or rejection of a petitioner who seeks Masonic light. It is one of the historic traditions of our Order that no man may be elected to membership so long as there is a single vote against him. You yourself were elected to receive the degrees of Freemasonry by the unanimous consent of the members of the lodge. Before you cast your ballot I would remind you that, while no one will ever ask you how or why you voted, it is important that you act in the best interest of Masonry. . It is your sacred right to vote for or against a petitioner in the light of your own best judgment. No one will know whether you selected a white ball or a black cube, and it is a Masonic offense for you to reveal your ballot to others. But your vote must be actuated by the purest of motives. YOII must not allow personal prejudices or private piques and grudges to influence your ballot. You are to consider only the moral qualifications of the petitioner. Let your conscience be your guide. There must be none among us who would cast a blemish upon the lodge and the whole Fraternity by balloting for an unworthy petitioner or by rejecting a worthy applicant. • Brethren, you are about to cast your ballot for the election or rejection of to become a member of this lodge by initiation. Those in favor will cast a white ball and those opp~sed a black cube. Be careful and make no mistake. ·(If two or more petitions are to be acted on at the same meeting, the entiTe statement will be deliveTed only for the fiTst petition. Only the closing paragrajJh will be used on the additional petitions.) LOUISIANA: In his recommendations the Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Louisiana advanced an excellent argument for the elimination of two ballots on a candidate for the three degrees of Masonry. As a result, the Grand Lodge adopted a new law on balloting and there are now only three Grand Lodges in the United States that require three separate ballots on a candidate. His recommendation was:

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I recommend that our Law be changed to provide one ballot on a candidate for the degrees in Masonry for the following reasons: a. Vindictive balloting as happened in Dante Lodge 174 would be greatly alleviated. b. 'Ve now ballot on the worthiness of a candidate three separate times. In the normal course of one to six months from initiation to raising if a candidate is not worthy at the third ballot he was not worthy at the first ballot. c. If a candidate commits an act of un masonic conduct after being initiated an Entered Apprentice Mason, the lodge MUST PROCEED WITH A TRIAL UNDER OUR PRESENT LAW. If he is guilty then he can be pcrmanently stopped. d. We ballot on the worthiness of a candidate to be a Master Mason-not just an Entered Apprentice or Fellowcraft Mason. e. We are one of four Grand Jurisdictions in the United States which now require three separate ballots on a candidate. Because of this, each year it is necessary for the Grand Master to grant special dispensation for our lodges to ballot and to have the candidate "healed" after a lodge in a Sister Grand Jurisdiction performing courtesy work has conferred all thrce degrees on the candidate without balloting for the F.C. and M.M. Degree. f. The investigating committees would be compelled to do a more thorough job than some are now doing.

BROTHERHOOD CONNECTICUT: The Grand Master of Connecticut reports under the heading of "Brotherhood" a meeting attended by himself and another past grand master which is unusual, to say the least. The occasion was the State Convention of the Knights of Columbus, held at West Haven. He said of this meeting: Shortly after being installed as Grand Master of Masons in Connecticut, I was invited to attend the State Convention of the Knights of Columbus held in West Haven, Connecticut, at which time I was given an opportunity to address the delegates. The enthusiastic welcome that was extended to both myself and M.W. Bro. Irving Partridge by all those present was truly heart-warming. Since that time we have had many meetings throughout the state where Lodges and Councils of the Knights of Columbus have combined their efforts on behalf of worthwhile causes. It was my privilege to attend a concert rendered by Benny Goodman and sponsored by Jerusalem Lodge No. 49 and the Knights of Columbus of Ridgefield. Fidelity Lodge and Father Coleman Council, Knights of Columbus, of Fairfield, sponsored a dance to raise funds for the cancer society in Bridgeport. For the second year Hiram Lodge No. 18 and Virgilius Council Knights of Columbus held their dinner dance in Danbury, the proceeds of which were donated to the Danbury Hospital. At this particular affair, the Oriental Band of Pyramid Temple once morc distinguished themselves with their marvelous entertainmcnt. Washington Commandery of Hartford, Asylum Lodge of Stonington, and many others have combined with the local Knights of Columbus Council" in similar ventures. Your Grand Master, Deputy Grand Master, and Past Grand Master Irving Partridge met on several occasions with thc leaders of the Knights of Columbus and discussed ways and means whereby our organizations could work together for the betterment of our communities. As a result of these meetings, it was decided to hold a joint meeting of the Masters of each lodge, the Grand Knights of each Council of Knights of Columbus, and the Presidcnts of each Chapter of B'nai B'rith in the Assembly Room of the State Capitol on Sunday afternoon, March 20. I helieve that these meetings, these efforts to demonstrate true brotherhood, mark a

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turning point in human relations and demonstrate to the entire world that men of good will can, and will, unite to improve the spiritual and moral fiber of the nation. NEW MEXICO: The Master of the Lodge of Research in the Grand Lodge of New Mexico: In closing, I would like to offer some thoughts on the condition of our Fraternity. Our Fraternity is a philosophical society dedicated to the study and practice of the brotherhood of man. In this respect we have in the past decades digressed from that noble purpose of our existence as an organization until today the majority of our membership appears to be interested only in numbers of members, classic monuments, personal advancement in a material world and the do-good projects typical of the service club type of organization. We have lost sight of the fact that all good things are the result of hard honest work on the part of each individual and that by belonging to a high-minded organization does not automatically endow the member with the attributes professed by that society. OUf founders not only studied the moral law but put into practice the principles of brotherhood, which are hidden in our ritualistic work, to the betterment of society. They were the living proof that there is a better way of life and that the practice of true brotherhood was at the core of the good life in our complex society. Today we follow not our predecessors but the materialistic philosophies of the hour in our selection of members, charities, service club projects and the government of the craft. We are more interested in the financial, legal and image characteristics in the selection and execution of our lodge business. Whereas, in fact, all these prime objectives of today are only by-products of the basic principle of the true brotherhood and the study and practice of the moral law and the code of conduct which is a part of our ritual. Let us tear down this artificial shell of well being and let the true light of brotherhood shine through as a guiding light for the attraction of others. Let us in our judgment of material for membership, for award or for charity look not at the needs for satisfaction, but to the worthiness under the standards of morals and brotherhood which are characterized in our ritual.

BUILDING PLANS TEXAS: The Grand Lodge of Texas did an outstanding job with floor plans of buildings, and shared this endeavor with all Grand Lodges in the country. We are all deeply indebted to Texas for this splendid contribution to Freemasonry. The following report was made to the Grand Lodge of Texas: The committee is pleased to report that the two-year project to collect and study the floor plans of recently constructed lodge temples has been extremely successful. Brother E. Carlyle Smith, Past Master of Sam R. Hamilton Lodge No. 1031, Grand Prairie, accepted the important task of professional evaluation and com路 parison of the newly received floor plans with the original 1961 plans book. The results are most gratifying. Brother Smith has produced a completely new book of Masonic lodge floor plans, including the most widely representative and varied plans from both the old and the new groups. The new plans book, drawn to suitable scale, contains a total of. 31 attractive floor plans and front elevations, plus a detailed drawing of the official lodge floor plan as contained in the Laws. Duplicate sets of the plans books are available on a loan basis to any Texas lodge or to any other Grand Jurisdiction by written request to the Grand Secretary.

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BUILDER OR WRECKER I watched them tearing a building down, A gang of men in a busy town; With a ho-heave-ho and a lusty yell They swung a beam and the sidewall fell. I asked the foreman, "Are these men skilled, And the men you'd hire if you had to build?" He gave a laugh and said, "No, indeed! Just common labor is all I need. I can easily wreck in a day or two What builders have taken a year to do." And I thought to myself as I went on my way, Which of these roles have I tried to play? Am I a builder who works with care, Measuring life by the rule and square; Am I shaping my deeds to a well made plan, Patiently doing the best I can, Or am I a wrecker, who walks the town Content with the labor of tearing down? -Author Unknown

CALEB B. SMITH MEDAL OF HONOR INDIANA: To honor one of its great sons the Grand Lodge of Indiana adopted the following as its Medal of Honor: WHEREAS, On December 10, 1834 during a period of widespread anti-Masonic hostility the Grand Lodge Free and Accepted Masons of Indiana seriously considered giving up and dissolving the official structure of Freemasonry in this State; and WHEREAS, Past Master Caleb B. Smith of Warren Lodge No. 15, as chairman of a special committee to consider the subject, prepared a stirring report which caused the Brethren to take heart and carryon in the face of difficulties; and, WHEREAS, Past Master Caleb B. Smith did later become Grand Master of Masons in Indiana, and, as Secretary of the Interior in the Cabinet of President Abraham Lincoln, brought distinction to his adopted State; be it therefore Resolved, That the Grand Lodge Medal of Honor adopted in ]963 be hereafter known by the name and title of the Caleb B. Smith Medal of Honor.

CANCEL MEETINGS WHEN ROADS ARE BAD CONNECTICUT: The Grand Lodge of Connecticut made it permissible to cancel stated meetings under certain conditions when roads made travel unsafe. Normally, in most sections of this country, we do not have this kind of a problem added to others that tend to plague Freemasonry. Section 415. A stated communication of a lodge cannot be called off except that whenever the State Police have issued warnings advising motorists to remain off the highways due to hazardous conditions of driving, the Master of the lodge at his discretion may call off a stated communication. A stated communication cannot be continued beyond the day on which the same is held pursuant to the by-laws.

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CENTENNIALS ARIZONA: Altlan Lodge No.1, on the rolls of the Grand Lodge of Arizona, was chartered in 1866. To commemorate the occasion the following program was suggested: 1. A third degree presentation by the Grand Lodge of the State of Arizona on Friday evening, August 12, 1966. 2. A parade through downtown Prescott consisting of representative Masonic Bodies of any or all constituent lodges under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of the State of Arizona, as well as sponsored youth organizations including Job's Daughters, Order of Rainbow for Girls, Order of DeMolay for Boys. 3. A luncheon for Masons and families following the parade. 4. A first degree ceremony by the Alonzo Flores Lodge of Sonora, Mexico (or the Hermosilla Lodge) for Masons only, and a fashion show for all Masonic ladies present at the luncheon. 5. Lastly, a dinner-dance Saturday evening for Masons' families and guests at which Brother Barry Goldwater, 33 0 , will be the principal guest speaker.

It was suggested that the sale of tickets would almost defray all expenses, but to insure the success of the occasion it was suggested that $1,000 be appropriated. MONTANA: The Grand Lodge observed with an excellent program the beginnings of Masonry there 100 years ago. A portion of the Centennial Story reviewed in the proceedings of that jurisdiction is as follows: At 1:00 o'clock, Sunday, the distinguished out-of-state visitors were hosted by the Grand Lodge officers and Past Grand Masters to an outing which further strengthened the ties of friendship between the Montana Grand Lodge and sister jurisdictions. Three bus loads, plus numerous private cars, of Masons and their wives journeyed to the Gates of the Mountains for the scenic boat trip through the historic waterway once traveled by Brothers Lewis and Clark. All enjoyed a picnic lunch at Meriwether Landing, and returned to Helena in time to attend the service of Thanksgiving in the Civic Center Auditorium. The program attests to the impressive ceremony which was open to the public, and lists those who sang in the Centennial Choir. An excellent record album of this presentation is available from the Grand Secretary's office. The numerous encomiums from the witnesses to the service were testimony of its moving significance. It would be difficult to establish the highlight of the service, but the combination of Bro. Daniel A. Poling, the I40-voice choir, and the enthusiastic group singing of ~,500 people must have been pleasing to the Great Architect. Rev. Poling, past Grand Chaplain of the Grand Lodge of New York, journeyed to Montana to deliver an inspiring sermon entitled "The Price of Freedom Now." Copies of this address are available from the Grand Secretary's office for all to read who wish to be inspired by the wisdom of this erudite scholar of Masonry and Christianity. On Monday morning, June 27, 1966, a few items of business were transacted, induding the reception of visitors from other Grand Jurisdictions who were received and welcomed. At I I :00 o'clock everyone journeyed to Mullan Pass northwest of Helena, site of the first known meeting of Masons in Montana; a hallowed spot to Masonry. From

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the Hoor of the Helena Valley private automobiles \"ound their way upward to carryover 900 visitors. Following a brief ceremony depicting the events of that meeting more than a century ago, the Grand Master assisted by the Grand Chaplain, formally dedicated the site to Masonry, and unveiled a plaque on the stone altar. Grand Secretary Lyman E. Smith served as Master of Ceremonies. Immediately afterward, the group enjoyed a picnic luncheon served to the brethren and their ladies under the trees, on the ground, in the sunshine, on the halflog benches and in their cars. Many visitors, both from Montana lodges, and out-of-state, stated: "Surely, there can't be any more. 'Vhy, in just 44 hours we have been treated to a round oE activities seldom seen at any other communication. Do you mean to say there are more surprises?" The answer came on Monday afternoon at 3:00 o'clock. The Civic Center Auditorium was filled with Masons and families' to witness a dramatic presentation by the Ashlar Players of Ashlar Lodge No. 29, A.F. & A.M., Billings. These brethren produced a play, written especially Eor the Centennial, and depicting the historical events peculiar to Montana Masonry. The crowd was enthralled with the sincerity of the cast, and the professional-like manner in which they went about their thespian presentation. About 600 of the guests remained after the play to view the 28-minute motion picture, "In the Hearts of Men," which points out the Masonic heritage of the United States. W'hen the first visitors arrived at the Civic Center ballroom about 6:30 to attend the Centennial Banquet, there were gasps of delight at the breathtaking beauty of the decorations.

Montana's Centennial Observance also included the following address by the Honorable Brother Tim Babcock, Governor of Montana: I am extremely pleased that the Centennial Celebration of the M.W, Grand Lodge of Montana fell during a time that I have the honor of serving the State of Montana as Governor. Masonry has played and is playing a significant role in the history of our state. An indication of this is that only two years ago Montana celebrated its 100th Anniversary as a territory. This week you and I, as Masons, are celebrating the lOOth anniversary of Montana's M.W. Grand Lodge. In the early days of Montana Masons brought order into existence. They formed government before government was known in the Territory of Montana and in the face of great odds, they carried out the demands of justice, They brought regard for law and order to this region and made it possible for families to live secure and happy lives. The story of Masonry in Montana is truly a fascinating one, and I believe no other state can date its association with Masonry to the simple request of a dying man for a Masonic funeral. This man was William H. Bell, a miner, of the booming town of Bannack, Montana, which was Montana's first capital. Mr. Bell succumbed to spotted fever in 1862 as the result of a bite from a wood tick. Masons were in no way organized in Montana in those days, but when word of Mr. Bell's last request swept through the gold camp, 76 Masons came to the funeral. These were miners and storekeepers who had come to Bannack from all parts of the United States in response to the lure of gold. They had kept their secret affiliation with the fraternal order of Masonry even from each other, but the call of a worthy brother had united them all. The State of Montana is indeed proud that so many distinguished visitors from other Grand Jurisdictions have come to Montana for this 100th birthday, I am

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well acquainted with the Governors of many of your states and know many of them to be members of the Masonic Fraternity. I am particularly pleased to know that Bro. Al Harding, Grand Master of Wyoming, is in attendance. One of my closest personal friends is the Senior Grand Steward of Brother Harding's Grand Lodge, Governor Cliff Hansen. To me, one of the impressive things about Masonry was exemplified just a year ago in Bozeman when I visited the Grand Lodge then. I attended the Master Masons' banquet in the Student Union building at Montana State University and it was exactly like attending my own lodge. I went through the line to receive my dinner, visited with fellow Masons, and noted that not once was I asked to do a favor for anybody; and anyone in public office will agree with me that this was somewhat unique. Masonicly speaking, I am told that Montana is sixth in the nation in its number of Masons to citizens. Many of our high public offices are occupied by those who wear the emblem of our fraternity, and for the most part our civic leaders are as much at home in a lodge as they are behind their desks. Grand Master Ernie Neath once made a special note of the Masonic ring which I wear. It is one of my most valued possessions. I wore it proudly when I was in private business and I do so equally today in the office that I presently hold. To me it signifies my association with a group of men who act upon the square and who are dedicated to the fatherhood of God and the brotherhood of man. I bid each of you a hearty welcome to the Big Sky Country, knowing that your stay in Helena will be a pleasant one and that your meeting will be inspiring and productive. As a Master Mason, I am hopeful that my schedule will permit me to attend at least some of the events of this Grand Lodge. As we started out with a note of sorrow, I must leave immediately so that I may be in attendance at the funeral of one of our dearest brothers. As the Grand Lodge of Montana enters its WIst year, I extend to it and its members and friends my best wishes for every success and advancement.

NEW MEXICO: The Grand Lodge of New Mexico is preparing for its centennial, and received the following from its Committee on Unfinished Business (why not centennial?) : 1. The Office of Grand Historian be created by the Grand Lodge of New Mexico. 2. The compilation of a Formal History of Masonry in New Mexico. 3. The Organization of a Special Committee to prepare plans and procedures for the New Mexico Grand Lodge Centennial in the year of 1977. We approve the recommendation that the Office of Grand Lodge Historian be created and that this office be appointed by the Grand Master. We approve the compilation of a formal history of Masonry in New Mexico. We approve the organization of a Special Committee to prepare plans and procedures for the New Mexico Grand Lodge Centennial in the year of 1977. We note that the report further recommended that a special fund be instigated to be known as "The Fund for the New Mexico Grand Lodge Memorial Centennial of the year 1977," with financing measures such as solicitations, constituent lodge taxes, per capita taxes, selling of advertisement space, etc., to be considered at each subsequent Grand Lodge Communication.

CHAPLAIN'S FEE WISCONSIN: The Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Wisconsin found that it was improper for a Grand Chaplain to present a bill for services rendered a departed brother.

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FACTS

O. Lodge conducted courtesy Masonic funeral services for a deceased brother of 'V. Lodge at the request of W. Lodge. The chaplain of O. Lodge requested compensation of $20.00 for conducting Masonic funeral services for this sojourner, and secretary of O. Lodge requested payment by W. Lodge. QUESTION

Is it proper for a chaplain to request a fee for conducting a courtesy Masonic funeral requested by another lodge? DECISION

It is one thing to receive an appreciative voluntary gratuity for services rendered out of Masonic courtesy and duty, and still another to request remuneration for the same. If we are to put the services of all who serve Masonry on occasion on a monetary basis, our courtesies, customs, obligations, duties and charitable dispositions become meaningless. I therefore deem this request highly irregular and hardly within the spirit of Freemasonry and it should not be tolerated in Masonry anywhere. O. Lodge is therefore instructed not to honor the chaplain's request unless a prior positive commitment with the chaplain was made, and W. Lodge is instructed not to pay the fee under any circumstances.

CHARITY KANSAS: The Grand Lodge of Kansas established a charitable foundation to eventually supply funds for charitable and educational purposes. The suggested organization appeared as follows: A corporation should be formed for educational and charitable purposes. The corporation should be organized with able tax advice to that it will qualify to receive gifts which will be tax deductible by the donors. The corporation shall be controlled by the Grand Lodge. The members of the corporation, designated "trustees" should be appointed by the Grand Master. There should be not less than 25 trustees and their terms should be not less than five years. The term of service should be at least of that length so that the foundation will have the benefit of the knowledge and ability resulting from experience. The terms of the trustees should be staggered for two reasons. No individual occupying the position of Grand Master (other than, of course, the Grand Master making the first appointments) can appoint a controlling number of trustees. By staggering the terms there will be a continuity of government. A board of directors would be selected by the trustees from among their members. It is suggested that the board of directors consist of five and they be selected for five year staggered terms. The foundation would be an "endowment." All funds received, unless the donor specified otherwise, would be placed in a permanent fund from which only the income could be used. The giver of a gift or the testator leaving a bequest by will could direct the use of his gift or bequest in any manner that he desires, Within, of course, the educational and charitable purposes of the Foundation.

MINNESOTA: Perhaps the greatest single facet of Minnesota Masonic Charity is the Masonic Memorial Hospital Fund. The report of that com-

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Masonic Memorial Hospital, in the Medical Center at the University of Minnesota, is the gift of Minnesota Masons who were imbued with compassion for suffering mankind and were challengcd by the tragedy of those afflicted with cancer. Operated by and as a part of University Hospitals, patients are admitted by referral of their physician under the regular admission policies of the University. During the seven-year, four-month period since the Hospital was dedicated in October 1958 through January 1966, a total of 7,209 patients have been served. The patient days of care amount to 163,937, with the average length of stay being 22.5 days. The number of deaths has been 1,065. More than 6,100 patients have been discharged from the Hospital.

The report continued with an account of progress being made, and revealed the realization of the goal to add to the present facility: It was at our Grand Communication in March of 1963, that you heard of the need for expanding facilities at the hospital. Two more floors are needed; one to accommodate 48 more patient heds, and onc to house research facilities where trained and skilled minds will work to find those keys which may unlock the mysteries of the dread discase. You then again voted a campaign of voluntary giving, this time for $1,100,000. Today I know you will be pleased to hear this announcement, made for the first time. We have reached our goal of $1,100,000 in cash and pledges. (Applause) (Direct attention to Victory Jubilee at Northrop Auditorium at the University of Minnesota on Tuesday evening, April 19.)

OHIO: The Relief Committee reported to the Grand Lodge of Ohio in part: A total of $230,850.30 was contributed by 574 lodges, of which $85,880.77 was given to their individual members, $126,087.65 was given to Othcr Masonic Purposes, and $18,881.85 was contributed to Non-Masonic Benevolences. Broken down into percentages, they arc 37 per cent, 55 per cent, and 8 per cent, respectively.

TASMANIA: The Board of Benevolences reported in part to the Grand Lodge of Tasmania on its work in administering charity: I have pleasure in submitting a short report of the work of the Board of Benevolence for the six months ended June 30, 1966. Six monthly meetings were held during the period, the attendance at each being very good. I am pleased to report that, following my reminder six months ago, Worshipful Masters have responded very well and have attcnded the quarterly meetings, thus taking a keener interest in the affairs of the Board. Relief has been extended to Masons in distressed circumstances, their widows and children to the extent of $2,366 compared with $2,800 for the same period last year. Several beneficiaries have unfortunately passed away during the past six months. In all 23 widows and dependents of deceased Masons and six Brethren reccived assistance during the half-year. As previously anticipated we were able to hand over the sum of $1,399 from the No. 2 Benevolent Fund to each of the Masonic Homes schemes now operating. These donations were greatly appreciated. Installation collections arc slightly down so far this year and it is hoped that the position will be righted during the second half of the year.

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PENNSYLVANIA: The Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania dispenses a considerable amount of real old-fashioned charity from a number of different funds. An example is the Grand Lodge Almoner's Fund, from which $6,700 was dispensed to 134 worthy cases. Another is the Thomas R. Patton Memorial Fund, from which 73 individuals received .$3,650, and from the Stephen Girard Charity Fund 56 people benefitted in the amount of 2,800. Other SUdl acts demonstrated the real purpose of their work and the true meaning of charity.

COACHING THE CANDIDATE IDAHO: The Grand Orator of the Grand Lodge of Idaho spoke at some length about the importance of proper coach-candidate relationship. He said in part: Coaching a Candidate is big business-he is our customer. Not only is knowledge stressed in our Second Degree but then what is offered to inspire the search for knowledge? The man that never returns to lodge is no memorial to a coach-even if he is our prize coach of maybe 50 men. The time that coach can justly state "1 coached that man" is when he is installed as Master of his "Blue" Lodge. What credit is the same 49 men that were never seen in Lodge again, after they had completed the Third Degree. When was that coach successful? Only when he coached a Candidate and made a Mason.

CONCURRENT JURISDICTION STATEWIDE WISCONSIN: The following was adopted by the Grand Lodge of Wisconsin after a two-year trial period: WHEREAS, Concurrent statewide territorial jurisdiction for all lodges in the State of Wisconsin has been successful during said two year trial period and should be permanently adopted; Therefore, be it Resolved, "Section 2. State-wide Concurrent Jurisdiction.

"All lodges located within the State of Wisconsin shall have concurrent statewide territorial jurisdiction." MARYLA D: The Grand Lodge of Maryland adopted concurrent jurisdiction throughout the State of Maryland. This seems to be a move in the right direction, although there probably will be some jurisdictions that will not agree for several years.

CORNERSTONES Missouri continues to lay cornerstones by the tried and true method established by the Fraternity many years ago. However, each Grand Master uses the selfsame ceremony from the same or identical book, there are usually indications that each has "improved" upon the original to some extent. Since each begins with the original, nothing is lost and oftimes much may be gained. The indications are that the Grand Masters in the future will continue to give it as others have done who have gone this way before them.

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WHY FREEMASONS LAY CORNERSTONES

Down through the ages cornerstone layings have been attended by elaborate ceremonies. Historians of every generation have recorded the joyous celebrations held in connection with cornerstone layings of great public buildings of their day. The Encyclopedia Brittanica states that there is reasonable proof to believe that as long ago as 60 centuries in the past men, when dedicating a new building, would lay a cornerstone and in it place mementos and articles for future generations to peruse at their leisure, and thus gain a greater insight and understanding of the hopes and dreams of their forefathers. Many writers have attempted to describe the meaningful symbolism attached to the ceremonies, and why the custom of requesting the Masonic Fraternity to conduct the actual laying still persists. Primarily, Freemasonry is a building fraternity-not that it is now engaged M.W. Bro. Russell E. Murray, Grand in the actual erection of buildirigs or Master, with R.W. Bro. Robert L. other structures-but because it was, McKinney, S.G.M., on his right and originally, made up of men who made M.W. Bro. Bruce H. Hunt, P.G.M., on their living by working upon the great cathedrals and other monuments of his left, appears pleased with the large stone which proclaims to the world antiquity. Those Masons were denomithat he is the Grand Master who prenated "Operative Masons." In time sided at its laying. men were accepted into the Fraternity so that eventually the "Operative Masons" gave way to "Speculative Masons," who now largely make up the membership of the Fraternity. The present members use the ancient tools of Operative Masons as symbols to teach moral lessons, and emphasize the Truth contained in them. The ancient masons never engaged in the erection of any great structure without certain ceremonies. These always included a prayer for the success of the undertaking and for the protection of the workmen engaged thereon. These ceremonies in turn came down from older ceremonies, which need not be described now. These ceremonies were early used in the United States. The most outstanding example was the laying of the cornerstone of the National Capitol in Washington, D.C., by President George Washington. Several of our Presidents have participated in these ceremonies held in connection with public buildings. President Coolidge and President Taft were present at these ceremonies, and at least on one occasion President Harding and Mrs. Harding both sat upon the platform for one such ceremony. Of course, some 15

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of our Presidents have been Freemasons, and probably attended or even participated in the cornerstone ceremony, and two presidents were Grand :Masters of Grand Lodges. Being the most ancient of fraternities, and essentially a building fraternity, it has long been a custom to call upon the Masonic Grand Lodge to conduct the ceremony of cornerstone laying. In all cases the work is done by officers of the Grand Lodge, or their duly appointed representatives, in a very dignified manner. In all instances other societies are invited to join in the processions and otherwise participate. In many instances they have accepted and made the ceremonies more impressive and interesting. Yet, we regret to say, there have been instances and occasions when narrow-minded individuals, apparently jealous of the Fraternity, have filed objections either in the public press OT with those in charge of the structure to be made the object of a Masonic cornerstone ceremony. In no instance, with which we are acquainted, have any of these committees or associations permitted the objections to prevent the carrying out of the full and complete ceremony. Why do Freemasons lay cornerstones? The reason may be told easily. It is no secretl It is an historical truth. Since Freemasonry had its origin in the science of building or architecture, those Operative Masons who did the actual work of building the magnificent cathedrals of Rheims, Notre Dame, Amiens, Milan, and a score of others, actually participated in forming the background for modern Freemasonry. We are informed that all of these structures arc suggestive of religion in their architecture. They are formed in the plan of a Latin Cross. The windows and doors are neither square nor round at the top. The top of the windows and doors are formed as a pointed arch-suggestive of hands uplifted in prayer. Each has a spire pointing heavenward. The story of the Holy Writ may be read in the artistic paintings of their stained glass windows. The Operative Masons who did the physical work on these buildings designed for religious purposes, were themselves religious. They were called Free Masons because they were allowed to pass from one country to another freely, and without a passport. They became free to fix their own wages by contract, and from these things, grew the name "Free" Masons. The symbolism of the Ancient Craft is based upon the science of architecture, and thus will exist as long as the planet revolves upon its axis. It is in recognition of this origin that Freemasons are delegated to perform the time honored ceremonies of cornerstone layings upon important public buildings. CRmBAGETOURNA~NT

MINNESOTA: Something new has been added to the Masonic Scene. The Grand Lodge of Minnesota sponsored the "Fourth Annual Cribbage Tournament." The Fourth Annual Cribbage Tournament of the Grand Lodge of the MinneMasons was held on March 22, 1966, at Wayzata Lodge, Wayzata, Minnesota. All of the nine Regional Districts were represented by their respective champions. The tournament commenced at 2:00 p.m. on March 22, 1966, with Bro. Ralph Nelson of Mound Lodge assisting in the tournament, due to my absence in the afternoon. The ladies of the Eastern Star of Wayzata Lodge served an excellent ~ota

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dinner at 6:00 p.m. to all of the participants and there were many visitors from \Vayzata Lodge who came to attend the proceedings. During the course of the afternoon and evening, each of the teams played a total of 33 games. As the scores show, no more than eight points separated the high scorers for the day and the low scoring team, thus indicating that the tournament was a hard-fought tournament throughout and quite obviously the regional champions were all well qualified and excellent cribbage players. To my knowledge, this is the first occasion that all nine regions participated in the Grand Lodge Cribbage Tournament. You will note that the winning lodge, Canton Lodge No. 194, came from the most southeasterly part of our state, and Stephen Lodge, representing Region No. I came from one of the most northwesterly points of the state. Truly, this was a statewide tournament. The worst that can be said about this tournament was that it was a tremendous event and indeed promoted and reo instilled in the participants the principal tenets of our institution.

CUBA NORTH CAROLINA: We have heard little from the Cuban brethren the past year. The Grand Master of Masons in North Carolina states that there has been a lack of communication between his Grand Lodge and the Grand Lodge of Cuba in Exile in Florida. He further states that the visitation program instituted by edict in 1963 has not proven successful. He has received numerous requests from Cuban brethren to affiliate with North Carolina Lodges, as well as some of the Caribbean Naval Lodge at Guantanamo Naval Base. In the hope of assisting the Cuban Masons as well as his own lodges, the Grand Master issued the following edict: WHEREAS, Many Master Masons belonging to lodges holden to the Grand Lodge of Cuba in Cuba are now living in exile in the United States of America; and WHEREAS, Such Masons are now unable, because of the withdrawal of recognition of the Grand Lodge of Cuba in Cuba by the Grand Lodge of North Carolina, to affiliate with lodges in this Grand Jurisdiction and thus enjoy the benefits of Masonic fellowship to which they have a right, and for the provision of which we have an obligation when possible; and WHEREAS, Because of the political conditions in Cuba and the consequent inability of the Grand Lodges in the United States to obtain information concerning lodges and Masons who are members of such lodges on the Island of CulJa; Now Therefore. T, Sam A. Hennis, Jr., Grand Master of Masons in North Carolina, do now issue this EDICT and "I" hereby direct that under the following conditions qualified Master Masons whose membership is in a lodge, or lodges, holden to the Grand Lodge of Cuba in Cuba, shall be deemed eligible to petition for membership any lodge holden under the Grand Lodge of North Carolina: First: The Master Mason claiming membership in any lodge holden under the Grand Lodge of Cuba in Cuba, A.F. & A.M., shall exhibit evidence of such membership in the form of a Grand Lodge Certificate as issued by the Grand Lodge of Cuba in Cuba; or Second: Such member shall have paid his dues to his Cuban Lodge for the year or years prior to 1960 and shall produce a receipt therefor or he shall sign a certificate that such payment has been made. Third: That in addition to the aforesaid requirements, the applicant for affiliation shall also be subject to full, complete and thorough Masonic examination and interrogation by a committee appointed by the Master of the lodge to which he

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is applying for affiliation and the report of the said commi ttee shall be submitted to the lodge with the application for affiliation. Fourth: Upon his election to membership in a lodge in North Carolina the petitioner shall sign a Certificate of Renunciation in duplicate severing his membership in the Cuban Lodge in Cuba, with one copy of this certificate being mailed by the Grand Secretary of North Carolina to the Grand Lodge of Cuba in Cuba, and the second copy being retained in the office of the Grand Secretary of North Carolina. Fifth: This EDICT shall be read at the next stated communication of all subordinate lodges of the Grand Lodge of North Carolina after receipt thereof. Sixth: The Grand Secretary shall make distribution of this EDICT to the Masonic world as shall he appropriate. This EDICT, made and issued, shall be effective from this the 30th day of June, A.D. 1965; A.L. 5965. SAM A. HENNIS, JR. Grand Master of Masons in North Carolina.

DEMOLAY It is quite possible that as Master Masons we take too much for granted by assuming that everyone knows more about the Order of DeMolay for Boys than they really do. For this reason, we believe the following explanation, prepared by W. Bro. Richard E. Harkins, Executive Director of DcMolay, is properly in order; WHAT THE ORDER OF DEMOLA Y IS

By Richard E. Harkins, Executive Director of DeMolay Building better citizens out of teenage boys is the goal of the Order of DeMolay, an international youth organization founded on March 18, 1919, in Kansas City, Missouri, by Frank S. Land and nine teenage youths. The organization was named for Jacques DeMolay, the last Grand Master of the Knights Templars, who was burned at the stake by King Phillip of France on March 18, 1314, as a martyr to loyalty and toleration. Today, members of DcMolay strive to carryon the fine ideals for which DeMolay gave his life-loyalty and service to God and fellow路men. Frank Land served as the Secretary General for DcMolay until his death on November 8, 1959. By 1922, the Kansas City chapter had grown to 3,000 members, and chapters were soon instituted from coast to coast and in several foreign countries. Today there are over 2,500 active DeMolay chapters and nearly three million boys have taken their obligations at the DeMolay altar. DeMolay membership is open to any boy of good character who is between the ages of 14 and 21. Although DeMoray chapters are sponsored only by Masonic bodies or individual Masons, it is not necessary that a boy be a son or a relative of a Mason to belong to DeMolay. The Order of DeMolay is a non-profit corporation with the international office located in its own four-story building in Kansas City, Missouri. Under the guidance of the Grand Secretary, a small office staff acts as the clerical and administl'ative group to maintain a central office of record and promote the growth and development of the organization. The youth movement is governed by an International Supreme Council com路 posed of over 200 outstanding Masons located around the world. They meet in annual session to review and approve ~he actions of the staff.

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DeMolay's slogan is "Building Better Citizens." Its ritual is what sets the orga路 nization apart from other groups. The ritual was written in 1919 by Frank Marshall, a prominent Mason and newspaper man in Kansas City. It has been termed ageless, and is divided into the Initiatory and DeMolay Degrees. The Initiatory Degree is one of solemnity and consecration, during which the initiate dedicates himself to uphold the virtues of filial love, reverence, courtesy, comradeship, fidelity, cleanliness and patriotism. The DeMolay Degree is a dramatic and historic portrayal of the trials, tortures. and martyrdom of Jacques DeMolay, and teaches a lesson in fidelity and comradeship. As the officers of a chapter, boys are taught responsibility and given the opportunity to express themselves before a group of fellow youths. Although DeMolay ritual and meetings are greatly reverent, the organization does not advocate any particular creed, but teaches only a profound faith in the one living and true God. DeMolay has a three-way program designed to benefit the individual DeMolay. the chapter, and the community. Various awards are given to individuals for achievement, and Merit Bars are awarded for distinction in civic service, athletics, music, dramatics, religion, and other fields. Special keys are given for obtaining so many new members. The Degree of Chevalier is the highest honor an active DeMolay can receive. It is earned by outstanding service to a chapter and to fellow DeMolays. The top honor in DeMolay is the Legion of Honor. This is conferred on Senior DeMolays, over 25, for outstanding service to their community and their fellowmen. International and jurisdictional membership, ritual, efficiency and athletic competitions are held for the chapters. Each chapter is encouraged to have a balanced program of social activities. Each social event, like all other DeMolay activities, is supervised by an adult advisor of the chapt~r. Chapters and individual DeMolays are also required to observe certain obligatory days annually. These include Devotional Day, Patriots Day, and Frank S. Land Memorial Day, DeMolay Day of Comfort, My Government Day, Educational Day, and Parents Day. The participation of DeMolay chapters in community projects has been extensive and is sometimes carried out on an international basis. Teenage traffic safety programs have been especially successful. These involve campaigns aimed at making safe drivers of all teenagers. Such efforts have received high praise from the National Safety Council. Other projects that have been carried on include charitable fund drives, blood donations, get-out-the-vote drives, help for the needy, park and city cleanup campaigns and patriotic programs. Each chapter is supervised in all of its functions by an adult advisory council. One man is designated as the official "Chapter Dad" to handle the supervision of chapter meetings and to counsel the members. Another helping hand for most chapters is the Mothers' Clubs. These now number over 1,900. The Mothers' Clubs primarily help the boys to raise money for their activities, and they usually handle the purchase and repair of robes and regalia. DeMolay publishes an international magazine called The Cordon, which serves as a medium for distributing information from international headquarters and furnishing information on chapter activities. DeMolay does not attempt to take the place of the home or church, but rather supplement them. The organization's purpose is to offer the teenage boy of today:

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(1) a wholesome occupation for his spare time; (2) worthwhile associates; (3) the best of environment; and (4) an interesting and complete program of all-around youth development. All Master Masons can help Demolay with the meaningful purposes by volunteering their services as advisors of the DeMolay chapter nearest them. There is always a need for more interested advisors. CONNECTICUT: In the Grand Lodge of Connecticut we find the age old story of "Youth Groups," insufficient interest on the part of adult sponsoring groups. In this case the lack of response from the sponsoring groups was directed at lodges. However, the report contained a very bright suggestion of hope for the future of the youth program. The Masonic Youth Committee was busy during the past year visiting various areas of the State to give aid and support to the existing youth groups and to encourage more of our members to come forth and give of their time and abilities to our young people, the citizens of tomorrow. Regretfully, however; sufficient adult leadership has not responded to make the Order of DeMolay and our other youth groups stronger and larger. It has been necessary to suspend one chapter of DeMolay for the lack of interest on the part of the sponsoring body. Another chapter is inactive for the same reason. However, it is gratifying that a new chapter has been instituted in MoruoeWashington Chapter-sponsored by Washington Lodge No. 19 with a strong advisory board of dedicated Masons which includes Senior DeMolays. Our investment in our youth pays off more and more each year. More DeMolays upon reaching their majority are petitioning Freemasonry and don't let us discount the influence our young ladies will have upon their non-Masonic boy friends now and in the future. A continuance of these young people entering our great Fraternity will also be the means of perpetuating the youth groups. There is no doubt they will continue to be interested in the younger people. In the meantime we have better than average healthy interested young men and women in search of knowledge and in preparation for the future, and our adults are not responding to aid them on the way. There is no greater satisfaction than working with, and serving, youthadvising, leading and helping with their problems. Everyone has some talent OI ability, even though in a small way, offer it to your local DeMolay chapter, Rainbow Assembly, or Golden Court. In your family, among your neighbors, if you know of boys or girls eligible for membership in any of these or other Masonic Youth Groups recommend them for membership. You will be helping them and the fraternity. FLORIDA: The report of the Committee on DeMolay in the Grand Lodge of Florida certainly indicates 路that a great deal of effort and planning have gone into this most important work with our young people. The report contained almost two pages of well thought out recommendations for the consideration of the Grand Lodge. These included the suggestion that a "DeMolay Talk on Masonry" be developed for delivery to DeMolay chapters; that DeMolay District Deputies be invited to accompany District Deputy Grand Masters on their visitations; that various rotating trophies be provided; that the question, "Were You a DeMolay?" be included on the petition for the degrees of Masonry, and several other suggestions of merit. In part the committee reported:

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We are pleased to report that great strides have been made in interesting the Craft in the promotion and development of DeMolay in Florida, and since our last Grand Lodge Session six new chapters have been organized or reactivated, and there are now 98 chapters in Florida with a membership in excess of 7,000 boys. The crowning achievement of the year was, of course, the Grand Master's Class in Orlando on December 28, 1965, at which time some 521 of Florida's finest young men received both the Initiatory and the DeMolay Degl'ees. Many Masons from all sections of the state in company with our M.W. Grand Master, Clyde A. Gleason, and the Grand Master of DeMolay, Joseph S. Lewis, were in attendance and were thrilled and inspired by what they saw and heard. This was indeed a fine tribute to M.W. Clyde A. Gleason, a former DeMolay. During the year your chairman made two appeals for financial assistance to the various appendant bodies in the state, and we are indeed grateful for their enthusiastic and liberal support. Sufficient funds were secured to pay for a chartered bus to take 35 boys and advisors to Leadership Camp in North Carolina last summer and to take care of all the expenses incident to the Grand Master's Class in Orlando. A contribution of $2,000 was authorized from this committee's appropriation towards the cost of the Grand Master's Class. \\le are pleased to report that after paying these costs, we have sufficient funds to pay for a chartered bus to transport some 35 boys and advisors to the 1966 Leadership Camp in Blue Ridge, North Carolina, June 26-July 2, and still have some funds remaining in the account. MAINE: The Committee on DeMolay reported in part to the Grand Lodge of Maine concerning its activities. It appears to be in a healthy condition. Your Committee for DeMolay is happy to report continued progress within that Order with 28 chapters now in operation, including a recently instituted chapter at Augusta. Another new chapter has just been organized at Bridgton and promises to be an active one. In addition to these there is existing interest in the establishment of at least three more new chapters in the forseeablc future. We record five DeMolay boys as being enrolled at West Point, two at Annapolis and one at the Air Force Academy. One of the highlights of the year past was the meeting sponsored by Kora Temple Shrine at its temple in Lewiston on March 19. Your committee was much impressed with this meeting and hope that it may become an annual event. The Annual Conclave of DeMolay was held at Bangor on April 23 with some 300 boys in attendance. Parker Tripp of Kittery was elected and installed as the new State Master Councilor. MICHIGAN: The Grand Lodge of Michigan received a report from its DeMolay Foundation Board, headed by Past Grand Master Newton S. Bacon. It was noted that the Foundation recently appointed a capable director, Bro. Kenneth Williams. The report said in part: In the three and a half months since his employment he has visited 40 of the 98 DeMolay chapters in Michigan; and during the month of February he participated in the installation of the officers of many chapters. These visitations have taken him to such widely separated places at Flat Rock, a few miles from Detroit, and Negaunee in the upper peninsula. He has taken an active part in conducting the DeMolay state bowling tournament, the winter work-shop, and in the publication of the Michigan DeMo/a)' News. He has attended and participated in five district conferences.

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INDIANA: The following was delivered by a 20-year-old DeMolay. If all our young men felt about Freemasonry as he does, our future would be bright indeed. At the noon luncheon on Tuesday, May 17, the Brethren of Grand Lodge were privileged to hear the oration which won top international honors in the 1966 oratorical contest sponsored by the International Order of Del'vfolay. The orator was 20-year-old William R. Henry of Mari.on, student at Earlham College and a member of John L. McCulloch Chapter, Order of DeMolay. Mr. Henry spoke as follows: LESSONS I HAVE LEARNED }o-ROM 1IIASONS

Dag Hammarskjold once said, "Working at the edge of the development of human society is to work on the brink of the unknown." There are today throughout the world, thousands of individuals who are working at the edge of the development of human society. These men are working through chapters of the Order of DeMolay. The members of Lodges of Free and Accepted Masons are helping the young men of the world to a greater understanding of their duties and responsibilities as members of society. They aren't really working on the brink of the unknown for Freemasonry offers to young men those virtues, those attributes, those qualities which have stood the test of time. Qualities which have molded human society and which through these young men will help make human society even better for those who come after. If any consideration of the contributions others have made to one's development, it is decidedly difficult to specify anyone individual or group of individuals as those most responsible for the opinions or views adopted. However, as I look back on my life, I see many results of my contacts with members of Lodges of Free and Accepted Masons. I do not know the specific philosophy of Freemasonry, yet there are instances of philosophic tenets which I find almost universal among those Freemasons I have had the pleasure of knowing. The most common philosophic tenet in those Freemasons I have known is a belief that people are inherently good. When one smiles at a child, a child wiII usually smile back; this is a simplified example of the theory that people are basically trusting and good. A more fundamental application of this theory is that by treating others with honor and justice, one shall be treated with honor and justice in return. Honor, trust and concern are the oils which help to lubricate the human relationships and to make them more productive and satisfying. Another philosophic tenet I have observed in those Freemasons I have known is a deep personal belief in God. The members of lodges of :Free and Accepted Masons I have known have possessed a view of man's relationship to his God which is rare in the modern world. God, to these men, is present in everything they do, and their commitment to Him is a powerful force in their lives. Peter Marshall once said, "If God is not in your work, there is something wrong with your work. If God is not in your kitchen, there is something wrong with your kitchen. And if God is not in your life, then there is something wrong with your life." Masons are men who show evidence of God in their lives. Still another area in which I have observed Freemasons at work is in civic activities. I personally know Masons who are active in their lodges and their churches, their homes, fraternal organizations, service groups, politics, Boy Scouts, and DeMolay. All this in addition to holding down a professional nine to five attachment in some commercial enterprise. Sometimes I think it would be interesting to take a

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poll of several Masons and determine what percentage of these individuals are active in political life. I don't mean activity as candidates alone, but rather, as candidates, voters, contributors, workers, and opinion leaders. The percentage of men exercising excellent citizenship would be far higher among Freemasons than among any other similar group. Masons have concern for our nation's young people. I do not think it was an accident that everyone of my leaders in Boy Scouts happened to be a Mason, for Freemasons feel an obligation to help young men grow up to be decent human beings. And these individuals demonstrate their concern in almost every type of youth organization. I feel I speak from experience when I say Masons have taught me the fullest meanings of integrity, of honor, of fidelity, of justice, of concern and of responsibility. These lessons I have learned by observing their excellent example. Masons are men in the best sense of the word. They are men who handle the problems they must face with honor and with straight-forwardness. A Mason lives life in such a manner as to leave a memory that is an inspiration to those young people who follow. I have learned from Masons that life is lived best by those who respect it, and who consecrate their efforts to improving man's lot here on earth. These individuals strive to aid meaningfully in the development of human society. But they aren't really working on the brink of the unknown, for Freemasonry offers to humanity the accumulation of centuries of experience in living life well.

MONTANA: The Committee on DeMolay reported to the Grand Lodge of Montana. In part it said: The records of the DeMolay Supreme Council show that Montana is first in the nation in ratio of DeMolay boys to Masons, and DeMolay boys to the number of citizens, yet we are not sure that DeMolay is getting its share of boys. There has been some misrepresentation made concerning the organization by individuals who were not properly informed. This can be overcome, if each Mason will spread the word to his neighbor's son, friend's son, yes, even his own son, or anybody who would make a good DeMolay. We are conscious of the number of organizations today which are competing for the time of our boys. Unless Masons make it a point to go out of their way to encourage and support the DeMolay program, it is going to lose ground in the years to come. We realize that DeMolay is not a junior Masonic organization, but this is where we start. We recommend that the Supreme Council of DeMolay assign a man in the State of Montana to work with Bro. Chandler C. Cohagen, the State Executive, travelling the state and building up enthusiasm for DeMolay. This will help to overcome the adversity we face today. DeMolay will grow, and more Masons will be told of this greatest youth organization in the world. In time these hoys may become Masons. It is up to us to provide them leadership and guidance.

NEW HAMPSHIRE: The Order of DeMolay appears to be gaining strength and prestige in the Grand Lodge of New Hampshire. We note the following in the report of the committee for that jurisdiction: We feel that the creation of the Masonic Grand Lodge DeMolay Foundation. Inc. will provide an opportunity for interested Masons and others to make contributions which will be of great assistance to our youth and we urge everyone to support this Foundation. It is recommended that the regular meeting dates of the various DeMolay chap' ters be included in the annual report of the Grand Lodge for ready reference to all officers and members with the hope that it will stimulate interest and result in increased attendance of Masons at the DeMolay chapter meetings.

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NORTH CAROLINA: The Grand Master's Committee on DeMolay reported to the Grand Lodge of North Carolina in part as follows: DeMolay, in fact, is not a junior Masonic organization. It is sponsored only by Masonic-affiliated organizations. Its membership is influenced by Masonry through contact with Masons. Brethren, should we not enlarge this contact and association? DeMolays are instructed in ideals and principles by a ritual based on the ideals and principles found in Masonic work. To impart light in Masonry is but a logical and moral extension of our assumed duty and obligation to these fine young men. The same support should be given to the Order of Rainbow. These girls can and will exert more influence on the membership of Masonic Lodges than any other human factor. They will be the sweethearts, wives, mothers, sisters or aunts of the future members of our fraternity. The DeMolay Flower Talk, "An Epic to the Glory of Motherhood," aptly stresses this influence: "The ties of dependence on our mothers are severed as we reach manhood but the tie of mother love can never be broken." YORK GRAND LODGE OF MEXICO: M.W. Alexander G. Wygard said of DeMolay: It would be superfluous to explain to you the great and noble goals of DeMolay, this Masonic-sponsored youth organization. Many of us have devoted much work and enthusiasm to DeMolay and we know the merits of this Order as the cadre for future Masons. I appeal to you, but particularly to the lodges sponsoring DeMolay chapters, to extend you very best cooperation to these worthy boys. MARYLAND: The State Master Councilor of DeMolay in Maryland opened his address to the Grand Lodge with: William Dean Harpole (State Master Councilor of the Order of DeMolay): "I count it a privilege to be permitted to speak before the Grand Lodge of Ancient Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Maryland, on behalf of over 2,000 DeMolays of the Maryland State Association of DeMolay chapters on a subject which is dear to all of us. The Order of DeMolay." He closed with:

J. Edgar Hoover, a Senior DeMolay, said: "The young men of DeMolay stand forthright for honor, for justice, for love of fellowman, and for loyalty to country. They are ideal examples of millions of young Americans today who could well emulate their example and become better Americans and make this country a better country." DUES MINNESOTA: The Grand Lodge of Minnesota disapproved a lodge's attempt to have a sliding dues scale, or actually dues for those over 65 years of age and for those under 65 years of age. The Grand Master and the Jurisprudence Committee turned it down, as did the Grand Lodge: Your attention is called to the following proposed amendment which was not approved by the Grand Master or the Committee on Jurisprudence: "The dues of this lodge shall be $15.00 per year for all members under 65 years of age, $12.00 for all members 65 years and over, payable in advance, and a proportional amount for an unexpired part of the lodge year." No provision is made in the Grand Lodge Code to permit a lodge to adopt such

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amendment as proposed, in fact, the code is quite definite in stating otherwise; subordinate lodges have a right to establish dues, but not on a sliding scale Or different amounts for a group of individual members ranked together as possessing common characteristics or as having the same status. However, the lodge may relieve any brother who is unable to pay dues from paying the same at any stated Communication as provided by Article XII, Sec. 3.031 of the General Regulations but such exemption does not absolve the lodge from the payment of Grand Lodge dues upon such member.

ECUMENICISM MISSISSIPPI: Much has been said in favor of the strong approach to bringing people of all faiths together under the banner of religious freedom. Many jurisdictions are holding joint meetings with people of other religious beliefs. Now, from the Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Mississippi we hear a different version of the story: MASONRY AND CATHOLICISM

I have been very much disturbed during the past year by the trend which is developing in some of our Grand Lodges whereby Catholic Bishops and Priests are being used as speakers at Masonic meetings. One Grand Lodge even went so far as to have a Catholic Bishop as the principal speaker at the banquet opening their annual meeting. Bishop Robert F. Joyce stated in his address: "An important distinction has to be made between a person and his beliefs and principles. It is a commonplace experience to be fundamentally and unswerving opposed to the beliefs of some persons or groups, and at the same time to respect and love them as individuals." From this quotation you can readily see that although Catholics may love us as individuals, they are unswervingly opposed to our beliefs and principles. Brethern, in my humble opinion, there is no place in Masonry for Catholicism.

The special committee on Grand Master's address reported as follows on the above: \Ve, .your committee on that portion of the Grand Master's address, relating to the above mentioned trend, do heartily concur in the recommendation of the Grand Master that such practices be condemned in the Grand Lodge of Mississippi. We reiterate our belief in the First Amendment of the Constitution of the United States, namely, "The Separation of Church and State."

MONTANA: In his address the Grand Chaplain of the Grand Lodge of of Montana said: WE NEED A PERSONAL COD

We talk about the moral law about individuals and moral responsibilities. But morals are a matter of culture and can be good or bad accordingly. To be safe there must he an unchanging standard that God alone can furnish. The big question today is not whether we came from a monkey, but whether we are going to the dogs. Religion as an institution is providing mankind with a confused picture. Taking a birth control pill, eating meat, the churches' attitude towards war-both Catholic and Protestant-is not a matter of "Thus saith the Lord," but is dependent upon the command of the Pope or a group of church leaders. The height of absurdity was reached when the Ecumenical Council absolved Jews from killing Christ. Since the Roman government was legally responsible for the Lord's death and the Pope and Italian people are its descendams, it would make for more sense

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to absolve the Pope and Italians from the killing of the Christ. Since religious positions constantly change, religious leadership as seen in hierarchies is failing. Organized religion has become primarily a humanistic institution in our generation and losing its spiritual power.

NEW YORK: The Grand Master of New York reports an interesting meeting: INTERDENOM IN ATION AL PARTICIPATION

The subject of the Brotherhood Center brings to mind another forward step, to which I would direct your attention. Last July an event without precedent occurred -one which but a few years back was not only unheard of but probably outside the realm of possibility. On the ''''orld's Fair grounds we engaged ourselves in a joint gathering with the Knights of Columbus. Thousands of Masons and Knights from all over the state co-mingled with the happiest of results. None came to convert-all came to understand-and one can be certain that all parted, after a thoroughly profitable junction, with the conviction that much in the way of distrust and suspicion had been caused to evaporate.

NEW YORK: The proceedings of the Grand Lodge of New York record the presentation of a watch to the Grand Master by the Knights of Columbus: Remarks of Sir Knight Herman P. Wolkenberg, State Deputy, Knights of Columbus, at the Grand Master's Dinner, Hotel Astor, New York City, Tuesday, May 3, 1966. Sir Knight Wolkenberg was attended at the dinner by three other distinguished officers of the Knights of Columbus in New York: Robert Emmet O'Farrell, State Advocate; Jeremiah J. Murphy, Chairman of the World's Fair Day Committee; and Norton Madigan, Warden to the State Deputy. Brother Chairman, Grand Master, Distinguished Guests, and my Brothers, I am honored this evening to be present at your Grand Master's Dinner. The Knights of Columbus in the State of New York were very happy to have participated with you in a wonderful day at the World's Fair. We have found that the spirit of brotherhood and good fellowship has created, not only in the State of New York but throughout the entire nation, a new feeling-a new erabetween the Knights of Columbus and the Masonic order. It is something that should have been done a long time ago, but now it has been well done by your good Past Grand Master Froessel, my able State Advocate Bob O'Farrell, and your leader, Grand Master Clarence Henry. These outpourings of understanding cannot stop now. We have just started. Many charitable and wonderful project~ have been worked out throughout the entire nation. New York State Knights of Columbus, ill their appreCiatIOn to your Grand Master, would like to present this little token of ollr esteem (presents a watch to the Grand Master).

RHODE ISLAND: The Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Rhode Island participated in a Knights of Columbus parade. To continue the relations which had previously been established by the Knights of Columbus and the Grand Lodge of Rhode Island, I, in company with my Grand Marshal, accepted an invitation to occupy a seat on the reviewing stand to observe the "Columbus Day Parade." In the evening, in company with M.W. Charles R. Bonnemort and our ladies, we attended the testimonial dinner tendered to Anthony A. Tribelli, Jr., Past State Deputy of the Knights of Columbus. We were most

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cordially received and it is my hope that the door, which is now partially ajar, not be closed but that we await upon them to continue our relationships.

WASHINGTON: The Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Washington reported that he was complimented with an invitation to address the Knights of Columbus: Of another event of his term he says: "One of the outstanding accomplishments of the year was, in the judgment of the Grand ]\{aster, the fact that an invitation was extended by the Knigh ts of Columbus of Spokane, to be their speaker; the preparation and delivery of a carefully thought-out address; its warm-hearted reception, accompanied by expressions of hope that this would be augury for the future."

So interesting was this particular address, that we lay it before you for your determination of its value under these somewhat unusual circumstances: AN ADDRESS BY M.W. BRO. GEORGE H. BOVINGTON, GRAND MASTER OF MASONS IN WASHINGTON

Friar's Night, Knights of Columbus Spokane, Washington May 12, 1966 It is a pleasure to be asked to participate and an opportunity I welcome. Today is the day for efforts of all Americans to understand each other. We certainly should not be the last. I propose not to attempt to persuade you that there arc no differences, philosophical or dogmatic. This unusual opportunity should be used to point up what is more important, the similarities. In so doing, I attempt to follow the light that was raised by that great man of this age, John the 23rd. That you may understandingly follow what I have to say and weigh its validity, I think it useful for you to know something of Freemasonry: how it started, what it professes to be, what it is not. A. It is not a religion. It is based upon a belief in God, the profession of which belief is indispensably necessary before a petition of an applicant can be considered. The Fraternity specifically disclaims that which sometimes is said of us, that we are a religion. Men of all religious beliefs and creeds of whatever kind are welcome, providing only that their central religious motivation is the recognition of one everlasting, true God. No, meeting of our lodges may be opened without the presence of the Holy Bible upon the altar of the Lodge. We have withdrawn recognition from jurisdictions of purported Masons who, having become actuated by humanistic principles, rather than divine leadership, have discontinued the usc of the Bible upon the altar. (The Grand Lodge of France is an example.) B. It is not a secret society. The number and location of its temples are known. The identity of its officers and members are a matter of public knowledge and casily ascertainable by anyone caring to inquire. What it professes to be may probably best be described by the accepted definition, which is: "Freemasonry is a system of morality, veiled in allegory and illustrated by symbols." As you must necessarily understand that while it is not in any actual sense a secret society, certain portions of its work are esoteric in nature. This is for the sole purpose of inculcating that system of morality and the elucidation of the allegories. Its aims and purposes are well known. 'We too have had our apostates and they have often been prolific writers. Anyone in the least curious can find books fully descriptive of every ceremony. What I am about to refer to is completely public and it is in no sense inconsistent with or contradictory with the esoteric portion of 0111' work.

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Any of you may attend a pUblic installation of officers, indeed, you are welcome. Most of them are public, a few are tiled; all are alike. Some of you may have seen a ceremony of laying of a cornerstone. In each of these public ceremonies, reference will be made to the following symbols: the square, the level, the plumb and the compass. They were implements of operative Masons and in the transition from operative to speculative Masonry these implements were used symbolically to inculcate certain moral values. Thus, we say publicly that the square is used not only to prove the work, but to square our acts by the square of virtue; the level is used not only to lay horizontals, but to teach equality; a plumb is not only to raise perpendiculars, but to teach rectitude of conduct; and the compass to circumscribe our acts and to limit our desires. Being composed of human beings, these aims are achieved to the extent only that human beings can expect to attain perfection. In other words, we yet always have fallen short of perfection. Nevertheless, perfection is striven for. C. History. The Order had its origin in the guilds of builders of the temples and cathedrals in Europe and the British Isles. It was very like a craft union of today. They were then :Free Masons in that by reason of the recognition of the skill of those admitted to membership, they were free to travel from place to place in pursuing their occupation, as distinguished from the considerable limitations on mobility of other laboriIig human beings of the time. The records which I have examined go back certainly and clearly, tracing its origin as early as the 1300s. As the period of construction of the great cathedrals came to a close, these guilds began to accept into membership those who were not actually skilled as builders, and they were called "Accepted Masons." As time went on the accepted Masons began to outnumber the actual builders and the lodges of Freemasons became more interested in what we refer to as speculative Masonry rather than operative Masonry. By this I mean the pursuit of knowledge and the inculcation of a system of ethics and morals. In stating that there are more similarities than differences necessarily I have had to make certain assumptions concerning the nature of the Society of Knights of Columbus. Making due allowance for doctrinal differences, the conclusion is compelled that there must be a remarkable similarity of moral climate, and therefore, of what the Order expects of its members. This I base upon the same kind of evidence that is relied upon by non Masons who apply for admission to the Masonic Order: in the main they draw their inferences as to its nature from the persons they know. The persons known to me as members of the Knights of Columbus give rise to the inferences I have drawn and were stated concerning that Order. In the ceremony of installing a new Master he is told that he is expected to be a good man and true, to be a peaceable citizen, to cheerfully conform to the laws of the country in which he resides, that he must not be concerned in plots and conspiracies against the government but submit to the law and constituted authority, that he must pay a proper respect to the civil magistrates, to work diligently, live creditably and act honorably toward all men. The Master-elect is thus admonished because he is expected not only to do this for the honor of his Lodge, but further, in order that he may exact the same kind of conduct from his members, he must display it. Assuming as I must that something of the same general nature is expected of this Society and its members, it makes us all, to the extent we live by these principles, responsible citizens and actively, rather than passively, concerned with the society in which we live. I put it to you that there is work for the hands of all like minded men. The duties of good citizenship lie upon us all. To discharge the duty of a responsible citizen requires more than the dramatic courage of a soldier. It requires rather the day to day unremilting work of a prosaic, mundane nature: the willingness to work

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in quiet ways, habitually rather than sporadically; the willingness to exercise self control, whether one is being seen or unseen. These virtues appear to be more necessary now than ever. There are many in this land of ours who do not appreciate that liberties become eroded by attitudes subversive of the good order of society, and by this I do not at all mean politically subversive. At the conclusion of the constitutional convention in Philadelphia, Benjamin Franklin, upon emerging from the meeting hall wherein the convention was being held, was accosted by the wife of one of the members of the convention. At this time it was not really known whether the constitutional convention would adopt a monarchy or a republic. In this context she asked Mr. Franklin, "'Vhat have we got?" His answer was, "We have got a Republic, if we can keep it." This was a lIew experiment in government. It requires more of its citizens than any other system of government. Those who are governed by their own consent in order to preserve that form must exercise that consent based upon informed, intelligent judgments. They, moreover, are called upon for the same unremitting concern and application of energies in respect to social, as well as political, judgments. The duties of citizenship then require the capacity of self discipline, of restraint, the intelligence and education necessary to the forming of value judgments in every action of their lives. In a land of liberty, that liberty among many, may take forms of foolishness, wrong headedness and irresponsibility; the pursuit of and devotion to principles and aims which are selfish or shabby, whether in the field of politics, society or in their own fiscal affairs. 'Ve must not make the mistakes of the past by arrogating to ourselves the role of disapproving or meddlesome scolds. Those responses are almost always self defeating; at all events they do not succeed. The valid, though much more difficult task is, to each of us, as thoughtful, responsible Masons and Knights, to take the trouble to actively live these principles common to us. Each of us, as faithful sons of the Father, in a quiet and unostentatious \vay, exert, not by what we say, but what we are, an influence, a leaven, if you please, a yeast in that little island in which each of us moves. In this way, though our numbers may be far less than the total numbers of our fellow citizens, we can influence in a proper way our life and the lives of those around us. When we do this, we prove that the similarities are greater than the differences. I should like to close with the charge of the Grand Master in the ceremony of laying the cornerstone. In this charge the Grand Master has completed the ceremony and he returns to the architect the operative tools with which he has had the stone symbolically tested for approval, and he says, ... "To the unmeditative man, the ceremony we have just performed may be barren and meaningless; but to the thoughtful student it is permeated with the symbolism of the building of human character. In that sense, we all are architects; and as I return to you these implements, I admonish you to usc them carefully in superintending the erection of this temporal building; and I also charge these, my brethren, to use them in a symbolical sense to try and to test each thought, each word, and each action, that no stones may go into their spiritual buildings that are not Just, Right and True."

WYOMING: Masonic officers in the State of Wyoming, including Grand Lodge and Shrine, exchanged greetings with local Knights of Columbus: EXCHANGE OF GREETINGS WITH KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

Because of the precedent-setting nature of several telegrams exchanged on May 14, this year, they are included herewith for the record. The occasion was a ceremonial conducted at Riverton by Kalif Temple. Potentate Max Hursh received the following communication:

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"The Wyoming State Council, Knights of Columbus, in convention assembled at Lander, Wyoming, send you greetings and wishes you much success in your meetings. Hoping we can work more closely together in the future. Signed, Wyoming State Council, Knights of Columbus, Leo P. Wagner, State Deputy," Potentate Hursh responded with the following telegram: "'Ve thank you for your greetings and in turn wish for you a successful meet路 ing. \Ve offer ollr continued respect for your organization and shall look forward to working more closely together. Sib'llcd. Kalif Temple, A.A.O.N.M.S., R. Max Hursh, Potentate," The same day the Grand Master sent the following telegram to Deputy Wagner: "It is with deep gratification that I have read the telegrams exchanged by you and Max Hursh, Potentate of Kalif Shrine Temple. In some 60 Masonic meetings during the past nine months it has been my pleasure to honor the memory of Pope John the Twenty-third, to acknowledge the inspiration of Pacem-in-Terris, and to pay tribute to the efforts and accomplishments of Pope Paul the Sixth. In the challenging times we are glad to cooperate with you in our mutual concern in advancing the brotherhood of man under the Fatherhood of God. With best wishes. Signed, Albert C. Harding, Grand Master of Masons in Wyoming."

EDUCATION ALBERTA: In discussing its position in support of higher education the Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Alberta said in part: My brethren, the good Mason is an intelligent Mason; to be an imelligent Mason he must be a well-informed Mason. This process of learning and living is termed "education." We all may participate to the degree of our choice. This applies in like manner either to supporting The Grand Lodge Higher Education Bursary Fund, or the conferring of the separate degrees in our own lodge. One is compatible with the other, I urge you to do your best to support both.

It was noted in the report of the chairman of the Committee on Bursary for Higher Education that many more applications were received for higher education bursaries than could be made. A list of those receiving assistance in this form included some 13 undergraduate bursaries in the amount of $500 each; another ten in the amount of $250; and under the heading of matriculating students 21 more in the $500 to $250 amounts were listed. This is certainly visible and real support of a belief all Freemasons profess.

EAST BRIGHTON MASONIC CENTRE An appeal for funds to assist in the erection of a two-story Masonic temple in Peacehaven, Sussex, England, was made in March, 1967. The new building was to be known as East Brighton Masonic Centre, and was to house four Symbolic Lodges, a Chapter, and a Mark Lodge. The building to be erected at one of the assembly points for the Normandy landings, was to cost approximately [27,000 or $71,000. The brethren who made the appeal had no intention of offending any lodge or member of the Fraternity. Apparently, they were a bit carried away

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with their enthusiasm and permitted the issuance of the letters and brochures of appeal before they were stopped by proper authorities. The chairman and vice-chairman promptly issued a letter of retraction and offered apologies to any who may have been embarrassed or offended. All of us would like to see the Masonic center completed, but approve of the careful Masonic handling of the unfortunate matter. We have similar problems in our lodges from time t.o time, basically from t.he lack of proper information.

EMBLEMS TEXAS: The Grand Lodge of Texas approved a recommendation of the Grand Master which extended the use of Masonic emblems to certain recognized Masonic bodies: "It is my opinion that there should be harmony and cooperation among and between all regular and recognized Masonic lodges and bodies in the State of Texas. "To further this purpose, therefore, I recommend that the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Texas, A.F. & A.M., grant to all regular and recognized York Rite and/or Scottish Rite Bodies in Texas, permission to duplicate and/or use and display any and/or all the Masonic emblems, statues, busts and other decorations and appointments of this Grand Lodge and/or its constituent lodges in and/or on Masonic buildings."

EXAMINATION OR WAITING PERIOD GEORGIA: The Grand Lodge of Georgia adopted the following addition to its law requiring a Master Mason to pass a satisfactory examination on the Third Degree, or wait six months before petitioning for any other body of Masonry. No Mason in Georgia may petItIOn for the Scottish Rite Degrees or the degrees conferred by the Royal Arch Masons until six months have elapsed since he became a Master Mason OR until he has stood examination in Open Lodge on the Master Mason's Catechism and been awarded a diploma by his lodge. Signing a petition for either the Scottish Rite Degrees or the degrees conferred by a Royal Arch Chapter prior to meeting one of the two optional requirements stated herein shall constitute unmasonic conduct.

EXAMINATION REQUIRED NEW JERSEY: The Grand Lodge of New Jersey adopted the following legislation which requires a satisfac.tory proficiency on the Third Degree before issuance of a proper dues card. That the following new sections be added to our present Constitution and Laws: 1. Each Master Mason, within three months after he is raised, shall pass a satisfactory examination of the vital parts of the Master Mason Degree, unless ((or sufficient reason to be stated on the record) an extension, or extensions, of time shall be granted by the Worshipful Master. 2. The Reception Address shall be given when said examination on the Master l\fason Degree has been satisfactorily completed.

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That section 21-32 (22-05, 43-02, 49-16) of our Constitution and Laws which reads as follows: "When a member of a lodge pays his dues in accordance with the by-laws of the lodge, a blue card receipt should be issued to him immediately. In case of dual membership, it should so state." be amended to read as follows: "The dues of a newly raised Master Ma~on will not be accepted until he passes such examination as shall be required by this Grand Lodge. When a member of a lodge pays his dues in accordance with the by-laws of the lodge, a blue card receipt should be issued to him immediately. In case of dual membership, it should so state."

FIFTY路YEAR PINS CONNECTICUT: The Grand Lodge of Connecticut seems to have the same problem with its lodges wanting to present 50-year pins before they are due, or so it would appear from a recently adopted report on the subject by the Rule and Regulations Committee. We know from experience that there is a constant stream of inquiries from brethren who desire, for one reason or another, to present a 50-year pin ahead of the time it is lawfully due. It appears that the only proper way to handle the situation is not issue the pin until it is actually due the veteran member. The Grand Lodge of Connecticut adopted the following. The Committee on Rules and Regulations, to which was referred resolutions proposing amendment of Section 1207A of Rules and Regulations with respect to the time for presentation of 50-year buttons, begs leave to report and recommend that no change be made in our Regulations. The proposed change is inherently the same as that which has been three times disapproved by this Grand Lodge, and we repeat what was said in our report of last year: "Either the button is a 50-year membership button or a 49-year membership button and we do not see how it can be presented for anything less than 50 full years of memhership."

SOUTH DAKOTA: The Grand Lodge of South Dakota looks after its faithful and those ~hom they consider as veteran members: During the past year we have processed 124 50-year medals, 23 60-year palms and one 70-year palm. We also processed four Distinguished Service Awards.

WISCONSIN: The following requirements for exemption of dues for 50year members was adopted by the Grand Lodge of Wisconsin: That Section I, Article XXXI, Regulations for Lodges, be and the same hereby is amended by adding thereto Section lob as follows: "Section I-b. Fifty-Year Members Exempt From Paying Per Capita Tax.

"All lodges shall be exempt from the payment of the annual per capita tax levy of the Grand Lodge on members who havereccived the Grand Lodge 50-year certificate. "To qualify for the exemption the names of all eligible 50-year members, as of

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record on the 31st day of December of each year, must be listed in the annual reports of lodges filed with the Grand Secretary." ONTARIO: The Grand Lodge of Canada in Ontario presents not only 50-year buttons, but 60-year buttons, and 50-year Past Master buttons: LAPEL BUTTONS

It gives me much pleasure to welcome into the ranks of our veteran members many new faces. I am able to report that 422 of our older members have qualified for and have received our "SO-Year Lapel Button" this year, having completed that many years of Masonic service. Our heartiest congratulations are extended to each and everyone of them. SIXTY - YEAR LAPEL BUn"ONS

The span of life seems to be lengthening as evidenced by the fact that this year 60 of our members have received "60-Year Lapel Buttons" in recognition of 60 years or more of membership. To them we extend our congratulations. FIFTY YEARS A PAST MASTER

No less than 15 of our past masters have qualified, during the year, for our lapel button, in recognition of having served for 50 years as a past master. One of our past masters received a lapel button on completion of 60 years as a past master. We are very proud of these lcaders in the Craft and extend to them our warmest felicitations. SPECIAL MENTION

I am happy to inform you that(a) Very Wor. Bro. R. S. McLaughlin of Cedar Lodge, No. 270, Oshawa, and (b) W. Bro. William M. Grant of Zetland Lodge, No. 326, Toronto, have completed 71 years of membership, and that(c) Bro. John A. Walker of Shuniah Lodgc, No. 287, Port Arthur, has completed 76 years' mcmbcrship and will celebrate the 102nd annivcrsary of his birth in December of this year. (d) R.W. Bro. Adam Brown, P.D.D.G.M., of Granite Lodge, No. 352, Parry Sound, is in his 104th year.

FINANCIAL CALIFORNIA: The Grand Master of California believed that there were not sufficient guide lines for the expenditure of funds. He described the function of the Finance Committee up to the time of the adoption of the budget and the conclusion of its report, but pointed out the lack of any further regulations for the actual disbursement of funds. With this as a background, he offered the following recommendation: "I l'ecommend that the Finance Committee of the Grand Lodge make a comprehensive study and review of the whole subject of expenditure of lodge funds and Grand Lodge funds without being limited to the above illustrations and to submit its findings and recommendations at the next Annual Communication. Implicit in this recommendation is the fact that the committee will need to request assistance from other committees and boards in developing its report. If budgetary provision is required for meetings of the Finance Committee, 1 recommend an appropriate provision."

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FRAMEWORK OF MASONRY KENTUCKY: The Grand Master of Kentucky views the framework of Masonry in his jurisdiction, and gives the following as a portion of his annual report: The first thing we might do is to look inward, and examine the manner in which we are teaching the moral code of Freemasonry to our votaries. Therefore, what is the quality of our work? I have seen the degrees exemplified in a good, bad and indifferent manner. I have seen the Legend of the Temple reduced to a comedy of errors; I have seen the Staircase Lecture rccited by one who hardly undcrstood what he was saying. Therefore, how could he sing the praises of higher learning? I have seen Entered Apprentices so cowed by "the goat they wcre going to ride," that they wcre not emotionally equipped to absorb the lessons of thc degree about to be presented. I have also seen classes for the Master Mason's Degree composed of anywhere from 20 to 30 men, with the result that the mass-produced degree left nothing with the candidate other than a dues card and a Masonic pin or ring. If we are to produce Masons, we cannot mass produce them. All we have to sell is brotherly love and friendship; and, frankly, I find it difficult to exercise these virtues with men whose names I hardly know. We are worshiping too much at the altar of bigness, and I wiII admit that the big lodge with its broad base of membership is far better equipped financially to maintain the large handsome Masonic edifice in which it houses itself. However, the impersonality of that lodge leaves me cold in many ways. I can go to the small lodge where the building is not so fine or large and find the warmth and friendship, the reverence for Masonic ideas, which J had hoped to find when petitioning. In the Kentucky Grand Lodge, we have passed legislation which provides that when a lodge reaches a membership of 500, it cannot refuse permission to a new lodge to form within its jurisdiction. This would be a step, I believe, in the right direction-to give the lodges back to the members in order that their interest might be stimulated. Secondly, I congratulate thc Grand Lodges which have taken an authoritative attitude toward the degrees and have insisted that they, especially the Master Mason Degree, be exemplified in a dignified manner, concentrating on the lessons taught therein and not on the horseplay which makcs for a good show for the members on the side line, but hardly imparts anything to the new member other than a headache.

FRATERNAL RELATIONS ALABAMA: Under the heading of fraternal relations the Grand Master of Alabama said of colored men in the Fraternity of other jurisdictions: Since last November I have had many personal intcrviews with Grand Lodgc officers and committeemen in other Grand Jurisdictions as well as Alabama, and J still do not have the answer to many of the questions asked me. Of course, as your Grand Master I am deeply concerned with anything that affects Alabama Masonry, and although I am still as strong a segregationist as ever I can see no benefit to Alabama Masonry by severing relations with one Grand Lodge that has a lodge composed wholly of. Negroes and none in any of their other lodges and stilI recognizing many of the foreign jurisdictions who have men of color. One of these, England, is the Mother Grand Lodge of all the United States Grand Lodges. My Brethren, I could say more but J will close my report hcre and leave the matter open for your action.

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Later in the proceedings, the Grand Lodge adopted a resolution which rescinded the action of the Grand Lodge of Alabama the previous year (1965) when it officially acted on relations with the Grand Lodge of New Jersey. The following was adopted: Be It Resolved, That the action taken by the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Alabama at its 145th annual communication on November 17, 1965, and entitled Resolution No. 11, pertaining specifically to relations with another Grand Jurisdiction, be and is hereby rescinded.

NEW JERSEY: The Grand Master of New Jersey made the following comment on the subject of Fraternal Relations: 'Ve are in Fraternal Relations with all sister jurisdictions in the U.S. except onc. On July 12, 1965, I received from the Grand Lodge of Mississippi an Edict from their Grand Master stating in part and I quote: "WHEREAS, We hold that affiliation with Negroes is contrary to the teachings of Masonry and dangerous to the interest and welfare of the Fraternity of Free and Accepted Masons. "Therefore) I, Robert M. Anderson, Grand Master of Masons in the State of Mississippi, do order that fraternal correspondence between the Grand Lodge of Mississippi and the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of New Jersey be and is hereby discontinued until such time as the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of New Jersey shall see fit to desist from her present practice of Initiating or Affiliating Negroes as Masons." On March 7, 1966, I received from the Grand Lodge of Mississippi a letter signed by their Grand Secretary reading as follows: "This is to officially notify you that the Grand Lodge of Mississippi at its Annual Communication February 15, 1966, confirmed the action of our Grand Master R. M. Anderson in severing fraternal relations with the Grand Lodge of New Jersey. "Given under my hand and seal, this 2nd day of March, 1966." 'Ve have in the Grand Lodge of New .Jersey believed in the Universality of Freemasonry and that Masonry is not for any special group and it is the internal and not the external qualifications of a man that recommend him to Masonry. Alpha Lodge No. 116, F. & A.M. is a good lodge, always remembering its obligations to the Grand Lodge and to the Grand Master. I do not believe that our Grand Lodge will ever repudiate the Charter of Alpha Lodge No. 116, F. & A.M., which was issued some 95 years ago. I fecI sure that fraternal correspondence will be resumed in the near future. The Committee on Fraternal Relations reported at greater length on the subject of fraternal relations occasioned by their Alpha Lodge No. 116, chartered in 1871, and which is now all negro. The committee said that, "during the entire period of its existence, the members of Alpha Lodge have conducted themselves as Masons should; they pledged fealty and allegiance to our Grand Lodge and have maintained that fealty and allegiance." The committee further stated, "Because of their exemplary conduct and faithful observance of the tenets and principles of Freemasonry, our Most Worshipful Grand Master, deeming that this lodge had earned recognition as a reward for 'such conduct and fealty for over 95 years, honored the lodge by the appointment of Right \Vorshipful Theodore Wells as a Grand Chaplain of our Grand Lodge at the annual communication of 1965." The following exchange of correspondence took place over 57 years ago,

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and the committee brought it forth to demonstrate how history sometimes repeats itself: They say that history continually repeats itself. May I cite briefly from the address made to Grand Lodge by Most Worshipful William D. Wolfskeil, Grand Master, on April 21, 1909, just 57 years ago today, in which he said, quote: "Our relations with all other Grand Jurisdictions continue to be happily fraternal, with perhaps one exception. In August last I received a letter from the Grand Master of Mississippi, in which he stated that he 'had heard that there is a lodge in your Grand Jurisdiction composed of negroes, and that your Grand Lodg'e permits the initiation and affiliation of negroes as Masons,' and requesting to be advised if this is true. I at once replied, supposing the inquiry to have been prompted by personal curiosity, which 1 had satisfied by a brief relation of the facts in regard to our Alpha Lodge, No. 116. After an interval of several months, I received this letter: "Meridian, Miss., January 14th, 1909. Mr. William D. Wolfskeil, Grand Master of Masons of New Jersey, Elizabeth, New Jersey: M.W. Sir and dear Brother-Yours of August 25th, advising me that negroes are initiated and affiliated in your Grand Jurisdiction is received. "Our Grand Lodge holds differently. Masonry never contemplated that her privileges should be extended to a race totally morally and intellectually incapacitated to discharge the obligations which they assume or have conferred upon them in a Masonic lodge. It is no answer that there are exceptions to this general character of the race. We legislate for the race and not for the exceptions. "We hold that affiliation with ne~oes is contrary to the teachings of Masonry, and is dangerous to the interest of the Fraternity of Free and Accepted Masons. "Therefore, 1, E. J. Martin, Grand Master of Masons in the State of Mississippi do order that fraternal correspondence between the Grand Lodge of Mississippi and the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of New Jersey be and is hereby discontinued until such time as the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of New Jersey shall see fit to desist from her present practice of initiating or affiliating negroes as Masons. "With my best personal regards, 1 am "Sincerely yours, "EDWIN.J. MARTIN, G.M."

The committee continued its report by setting forth all of the correspondence of more than 50 years ago. It noted that fraternal relations with Mississippi were not resumed until 1927, when the then Grand Master of Mississippi, M.'V. Bro. John R. Tally, stated that, "To do good to all men as we have the opportunity." It was further stated in the 1927 proceedings of the Grand Lodge of Mississippi: "WHEREAS, From a careful reading from the correspondence between the Grand Master of New Jersey and our Past Grand Master, Ed Martin, at the time fraternal relations were severed between this Grand Jurisdiction and New Jersey, I am convinced that the true situation was not understood by either of the Grand Masters. And, whereas, all the other States that severed

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relations with New Jersey at the same time have long since resumed fraternal relations, and so far as I know, Mississippi is the only State that is still refusing to resume fraternal relations with that sister jurisdiction. Therefore, I think that the time has arrived when we should forget this difference and resume fraternal relations with the Grand Jurisdiction of New Jersey." The special committee to whom this part of the address was referred reported as follows: "'Ve, your committee to whom was referred that part of the Grand Master's address recommending the reestablishment of fraternal relations with the Grand Jurisdiction of New Jersey, most heartily indorses this recommendation and unanimously agree that the best interests of Masonry will be served thereby." The report was adopted. The records further disclose that on February 14, 1928, Most WorshipfUl Howard R. Cruse, Grand Master, was received in the Grand Lodge of Mississippi with cordial greetings amid the utmost hospitality. At the Grand Lodge Communication of April 17 and 18, 1929, Most WorshipfUl George D. Riley, Past Grand Master of Mississippi, was received as a return visit of Most Worshipful Brother Cruse. From first hand reports of those that were present and in attendance, he was characterized as a "spellbinder" and a "silver-tongued orator."

The committee concluded its report with the expressed regret that this action was taken, and the hope that "Mississippi Masons would visit our lodges." It also noted letters received from certain Mexican Grand Lodges who stated that they were not in fraternal accord with the action of Mississippi. As an epilogue to the report, there was a supplementary report: M.W. August C. Ullrich, chairman, reported that a letter had just been received from the Grand Lodge of Oklahoma, dated April 15, 1966, signed by their Grand Master and Grand Secretary withdrawing fraternal relations with our Grand Lodge, as of that date. A motion was made, seconded and carried that the same action be taken in this matter as has been taken with the Grand Lodge of Mississippi.

NEW YORK: The Grand Master of New York reports on the break in fraternal relations by Mississippi with the Grand Lodge of New York: GRAND LODGE RELATIONS

It is a sad and unpleasant duty to report that fraternal relations no longer exist between the Grand Lodge of Mississippi and the Grand Lodge of New York. The severance was not a mutual parting but was rather a unilateral action by the Grand Lodge of Mississippi on the apparent ground of objection to certain members of some of our lodges. Needless to say, we are deeply grieved at the action taken, are hopeful of reconciliation, but must continue sturdily to stand upon the privilege of every constituent lodge in the State of New York to continue to recognize individual quality and character, rather than race, color or creed, as the proper measure of acceptance into membership.

FUNERAL SERVICE CALIFORNIA: The Grand Lodge of California adopted the following permissive resolution which will make copies of the funeral service available to families of deceased brethren.

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Proposed Resolution No.8 seeks authority to provide the widow or next of kin of a deceased Master Mason with a suitable memorial copy of the Masonic Funeral Service. Your Committee on Policy and General Purposes unanimously agrees with the propriety of this proposal. Our Masonic Funeral Service is a beautiful service, thoughtfully worded and full of substance. We believe the survivors of a deceased brother will have a gTeater appreciation of the stature and quality of Freemasonry if the opportunity is provided them to read and re-read the beautiful and meaningful words of the Funeral Service. Vtle move the adoption of the resolution and recommend a yes vole. The Committee on Ritual concurred in the recommendation by the Committee on Policy and General Purposes.

LOUISIANA: Since more and more jurisdictions and lodges within the same are finding it more to their way of life to hold a memorial service for a departed brother the evening prior to the religious service, the Grand Lodge of Louisiana adopted the following: WHEREAS, When a Mason is to be buried by a minister of religion it is desirable that his Brother Masons substitute a Memorial Service on the night preceding his burial in lieu of the usual Mason Funeral Service, which would show the respect and esteem of his brethren and console his loved ones. -VVHEREAS, It is desirable to have prepared a Representative Ritual for that purpose and authorize use of same. Be It Resolved, That the Incoming Grand Master hc hereby authorized and directed to appoint a committee to prepare a Representative Ritual to he used by Masonic lodges in a night service preceding the burial of a deceased Brother Mason by a minister, and that the adoption of said Ritual by the Grand Lodge be the authority of the lodges to use same. The above to he optional by the lodges.

MONTANA: The Grand Lodge of Montana revised its Masonic funeral service. The new work is in three parts as follows: The ceremonies as herein compiled are divided into three chapters: Chapter I

Includes full instruction for the governmcnt of those who may officiate or otherwise take part in the proceedings, ceremonies and services whic.h follow. Chal)te1' II

Prescribed the ceremonies and ritual to be observed whcn the deceased brother is to be interred at some distant place where the brethren cannot attend, and the funeral services are, therefore, to be conducted in thc lodgc room, church, funeral

chapel, or the home of the deceased. Chapter III

Prescribes the ceremonies and ritual to be observed when there is no service other than Masonic and for graveside services following church or chapel service.

Chapter I is complete in that it attempts to answer the most elementary questions that may arise in connection with the Masonic burial service. It includes such topics as, "General Instructions," "Duties of the Master," "Sojourners-Non-Affiliates, F.e. and E.A."; these and many other "do's" and don'ts" are listed. There follol'."s in Chapters II alHl HI two similar, but different ceremonies fOT the occasions described.

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This is undoubtedly an improvement, and the trend here is toward a ceremony in the form of a "memorial" rather than an actual burial ceremony. MARYLAND: It is noted in Maryland that graveside memorial services are held for five years after the death of a Past Grand Master: In 1962 a plan was adopted for the Grand Lodge to hold a memorial graveside service for our deceased Past Grand Masters each year for a period of five succeeding years following their death.

TEXAS: The Grand Lodge of Texas received the following portion of a report from a special committee appointed to consider a revision of rules so that funeral services could be conducted in a funeral home or in a church: The committee in its discussion recognized that the funeral directors do have many problems, particularly in the metropolitan areas; and that sometime in the future, a change in the present funeral service procedure may become a demand. We do not know, however, whether the graveside service might be eliminated, or only the funeral cortege, or whether it would be limited to only a few cars and the graveside service continued. The committee feels that as this movement is still in the preliminary stages of thinking, that such thinking should have no influence on the Grand Lodge of Texas to change its laws or to create a new burial service. The committee feels that the approval of any new service at this time by the Grand Lodge, particularly a service tailored to a condition that does not exist, might advocate or even support such a change. We as a committee do not feci that the Grand Lodge should assume such a position. The committee continued its discussion relative to the advantages and disadvantages should the Grand Lodge, at this time, change its laws and write a new burial scrvice to be used in the funeral home chapel or in a church. Both Brother Kemmerer and Brother Montgomery held strong reservations in regard to holding two services, one following the other, in the same location. They felt that the time clement would be objectionable and that the services might not be compatible. Other members of the committee agreed with this thought. Discussion continued in regard to the chapel being the proper place to commit the body of the deceased. Discussion also included the propriety of using the Public Grand Honors and dirge in such a service. The possibility of using the Ante-Burial Service was approached, but it was agreed that this would not be appropriate. Thc Burial Services now approved by the Grand Lodge were examincd and discussed and it was the unanimous opinion of this committee that our approved services are now adeq,uate, beautiful, and representative of the Craft. It was agreed. however, that under certain special conditions, special provisions should be made to permit a service in the funeral home chapel or in a church. These conditions are as follows: 1. 'Vhen the family of a deceased Brother, due to unusual circumstances, request that a Masonic Service be held in the Chapel; 2. 'Vhere church service and interment service are to be held in different geographical locations and difficulty is experienced in securing services of a lodge to hold graveside service; and 3. Where inclement weather does not permit graveside service. Recommendations: I. That at this time no attempt be made to write a new burial service to be used in the funeral home chapel or in a church. 2. That the incoming Grand Master examine any further movement or progress that might be made by funeral dircctors to eliminate funeral cortege or graveside

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services. Should a decision or agreement to eliminate or change such services become imminent, then the Grand Master take such action as necessary for the Grand Lodge to meet its obligation to deceased brethren. 3. That guidelines be set up for the use of the Taylor-Hamilton Burial Service, eliminating certain portions thereof, and rearranging other sections to make this service suitable for certain special conditions as mentioned in the foregoing discussion. That the commitment of the body be eliminated from the service in the chapel, and the Public Grand Honors and the dirge not be used. That the Master of the lodge be granted authority to use such a service at his discretion in the event of inclement weather. That in the event of request by the family for such a service, or in the event of burial at a distant location, the Master shall secure permission of the Grand Master to hold such a service.

GOVERNOR OF WYOMING WYOMING: The Governor of the State of Wyoming continues as an office~ of the Grand Lodge of that jurisdiction: Officers of the Grand Lodge were introduced by the M.W. Grand Master, Bro. Albert C. Harding. The Grand Master then asked the Junior Grand Steward to present the Senior Grand Steward at the altar. He was greeted with these words: "Brother Cliff, we in the Grand Lodge and Masons throughout Wyoming are very proud of you, for many reasons, but particularly for the dedication you have shown to Masonry during the years when you have been otherwise busily engaged. Brother Cliff was a Grand Lodge Officer before he was elected to the exalted position which he now holds in our state. I would like to advise my brethren that he is still a very dedicated Grand Lodge officer. He did attend six of eight cornerstone ceremonials that were conducted in Wyoming this year, both in his capacity of Senior Grand Steward and as the Governor of this state. I have not called upon him a single time that he has not made his time available to the disposal of this Grand Lodge and this Grand Master. Brother Cliff, we are looking forward to hear further from you at the dinner tonight. At this time I would just like to ask our brethren to show their respect and appreciation 'to you and to all our Grand Lodge Officers" (applause).

GRAND REPRESENTATIVES MONTANA: The Committee on the Grand Representative System, reported to the Grand Lodge of Montana: As the Grand Representative System is the only contact between Grand ]urisdictions throughout the world with which we are in fraternal relations, and as this is the only opportunity many lodges have for Grand Lodge recognition, and as the Grand Representative System is not a drain on the Treasury of the Grand Lodge of Montana, we recommend the Grand Representative System be continued, and as there are no present regulations of record relative to appointment of grand representatives, we submit the following recommendations: Each grand representative from other Grand Jurisdictions near Montana be appointed for an indefinite term. The record of each grand representative to be checked by the incoming Grand Master each year and failure to have performed the following requirements shall be deemed sufficient reason to recommend that his commission be terminated and a successor be appointed. I. To attend Montana Grand Lodge Communications for two successive years. 2. To communicate with the Grand Jurisdiction represented. 3. To make a written report to the Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of

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Montana not later than April 30 each year as to the contents of COll111111nications exchanged with the Grand Jurisdiction represented.

,,yhile we cannot agree with the committee that the grand representatives are the "only contact" we have with other jurisdictions, yet there appears ample reason to retain the system. The committee came close to telling the other jurisdictions how long "their" representatives could serve-but not quite. Vle must always remember that while the members may belong to lodges in our jurisdiction, they are appointed by the jurisdiction which they represent, and as such should be shown a special courtesy.

HISTORICAL NEW HAMPSHIRE: The Grand Lodge of New Hampshire unanimously voted $12,500 to restore one of the state's oldest historical landmarks. It was said to be the birthplace of New Hampshire Freemasonry. The record shows that it was in the Earl of Halifax Tavern that the deputies of St. John's Lodge and Rising Sun Lodge gathered in convention on July 8, 1789, to constitute the Grand Lodge of New Hampshire. In the famous old tavern President John Sullivan of New Hampshire was elected and installed the first Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of New Hampshire. So wrote the Grand Historian R.W. Bro. Gerald D. Foss. The following is a portion of the historical sketch appearing in the proceedings of the Grand Lodge of New Hampshire: REPORT OF THE COMMITfEE OF THE RESTORATION OF THE EARL OF HALIFAX TAVERN, PORTSMOUTH, NEW HA:\H'SI-IlRE

Birthplace of the Grand Lodge of New Hampshire July 8, 1789 There are many buildings of historical significance in the Old Seapon of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, but few, if any, can equal the historical significance of this old tavern. It is nothing short of a miracle that this old building still stands. The great fire of 1813, which destroyed ahout 300 buildings, came within a few feet of it. How many severe storms have baltered it in the past 199 years? We know not the number, but it must have been a large number. In a short time, this building will be restored as a part of the Strawbery Banke project. The building was built for a Bro. John Stavers on a lot of land which he purchased from Bro. Theodore Atkinson. It is situated on the southwesterly corner of Atkinson and Court Streets. It was probably built during the year 1767. The records of Saint John's Lodge, No. I, show that on March 31, 1768, it was voted unanimously to remove the lodge to the "House of Bro. John Stavers at The Earle of Halifax Tavern," and the records further show that the first lodge meeting was held in this building on April 14, 1768. Brother Stavers built one room on the third floor for the specific use of the lodge. Many prominent persons received Masonic Light in this old lodge 1'00111. Amon!?; them are: Major General Henry Dearborn, Major General Joseph Cilley, Colonel Alexander Scammell; Nicholas Gilman, Colonel Nathan Hale, Captain Hopley Yeaton, and Captain Elijah Hall. During the Revolutionary War, Brother Stavers was suspected of being too loyal to the crown. His tavern was damaged by a few patriots. He was jailed temporarily until he swore allegiance to the patriots' calise. It was then he changed the name to William Pitt Tavern.

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Many famous persons have entered its portals. Among them were: President George Washington when he visited Portsmouth in 1789, General Lafayette when he visited Portsmouth the first time in 1782, John Hancock, Elbridge Gerry, Edward Rutledge, and General Henry Knox. The Grand Historian, R.''''. Bro. Gerald D. Foss, reports on the activity of his office the past year. It reflects a steady attempt to record and update the history of Freemasonry in his jurisdiction. A portion of his report read: Historians of the constituent lodges have submitted approximately 200 biographical sketches of prominent New Hampshire men who were Masons since the last annual meeting of the Grand Lodge. Forty constitutional governors of New Hampshire have been identified as Masons and their lodges ascertained by documentary proof. Several lodges have completed' historical sketches which have been submitted to the Grand Historian for comment and approval. As soon as they have been reviewed, they will be filed in the Grand Lodge office. Olive Branch Lodge No. 16 has published a history of its lodge during the year. The author was Osborn Lafleur, Past Master of that lodge. Several other lodge historians have reported that they are now working on the manuscripts of histories of their lodges. The Xerox Copier has proved to be of much assistance. Copies of the annual returns of Lodges No. 1 through No. 49 have been duplicated from inception to 1870. This enables the Grand Lodge to have a work copy for researchers, a copy in a different location as a safeguard against total destruction, and will reduce further deterioration of the original returns. NEW JERSEY: R.W. Bro. Eugene H. Kelchner, Grand Historian of the Grand Lodge of New Jersey, reported on his part in the preparation of anniversary highlights for the Grand Master. This is an excellent idea, and a proper service to Freemasonry. "HIGHLIGHTS OF YEAR" RESUMEs FOR ANNIVERSARIES AND GOLD TOKEN PRESENTATIONS

One of the innovations of my initial year was the preparation of the lights of the Year 1915" for the 50th anniversary of a lodge. Our Grand liked it so well, he not only had it scheduled at eight such visits he made (and exclusively for his visitations), but had me prepare and present resumes for a 150th anniversary (1815), three 100th anniversaries (1866), a token presentation (1890), and a 50-year token night (1916).

"HighMaster in 1965 similar 75-year

''''ISCONSIN: The following unusual bit of historical material comes from the Grand Lodge of Wisconsin: 1835

MASONIC RING PRESENTATION TO GRAND LODCE

R.W. Bro. Hertel M. Saugman made a presentation of a hand-fashioned Masonic ring and a hand carved wooden square and compasses, gifts from Bro. John Campbell, a member of Belle City Lodge No. 92 of Racine. He addressed Grand Lodge as follows: "Most WorshipfUl Grand Master and brethren all. "A short time ago a member of Belle City Lodge No. 92 of Racine, came to my office and he had a couple of extremely interesting mementos. This man is 76 years of age, very active, probably due to the fact that he is a strict vegetarian. His name

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is John Campbell and he had these two things which I am going to present to Grand Lodge, hoping that it might be the start of a museum in our Grand Lodge. I am presenting on his behalf and out of his generosity a handmade ring which belonged to his great-great-grandfather. It was made in 1835, many years befor.e our Grand Lodge was in existence. This great-great-grandfather of John Campbell, by name of Duncan Douglas Campbell, received the ring in 1835 when he was raised to the Master Mason Degree in Edinburgh, Scotland. It is probably the only one of its kind in existence. It has the square and compass in the setting and with the letter "G" in the center in reverse. Consequently, it is assumed that the ring served the purpose of a seal when pressed into wax on documents. I am sure you will want to see this when I turn it over and place it on the Secretary's desk. "I also have what was made out of one piece of genuine Scotch pine, a square and compasses, the center of which has the letter G. Now this fine old Mason of 1835 carved it. You can well believe that he loved his Masonry, even as we do today. "I am pleased to present these on behalf of John Campbell of Racine to the Grand Lodge of Wisconsin and I think it would be very nice if our Grand Secretary would send a letter of appreciation to Brother Campbell of Racine. Thank you very much."

NEVADA: The Grand Historian of Nevada, gave the Grand Lodge some interesting notes on the early beginnings of the Grand Lodge. The following is a partial account of one of them involving a civic-minded brother, who may have been a Missourian: That there may have been some strong individual feelings can only be surmised as being a distinct possibility. C. W. Torrence's History Of Masonry in Nevada indicates that such was the case. R. C. Gridley, who was one of the petitioners for formation of Austin Lodge No. 10, and who demitted from Lander Lodge No.8 was said to be a native of Missouri with pronounced secessionist leanings. Nothing is known of the other petitioner's backgrounds, but if feelings regarding the War Between the States was one of the reasons for starting a new lodge I believe that we can safely assume that some of the other brothers involved shared the feelings of Brother Gridley. It could be that many of the heated arguments on the floor of the lodge as mentioned in Torrence's history actually occurred, but the Secretary did not deem them "proper to be written," and they do not appear in the minutes. R. C. Gridley was shown as a member of Table Mountain Lodge No. 124 in California at the time he signed the original petition (or dispensation for Lander Lodge. The name Gridley aroused my curiosity, and set me to wondering if he was the same person associated with the famous sack of flour which was auctioned so many times to raise funds for the United States Sanitary Commission during the Civil War. The monies thus raised were used to relieve suffering created by the Civil War. The story of this fund-raising activity is well known to all persons familar with Nevada history. Investigation revealed that this was indeed the same man who was a grocer in Austin at the time. The sack of flour came into prominence as the result of an election bet. When Gridley lost the bet, he had to carry the sack of flour on foot across town to a small settlement known as Clifton, thus paying the terms of the bet. Afterward an argument ensued over disposition of the sack of flour, and Gridley suggested that it be put up for auction, the purchaser to pay the amount in gold and retain possession of the sack until it was again offered at auction and sold,

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and so on until everyone had a chance to possess it. All proceeds were to go to the Sanitary Commission. Some $5,225 was raised in Austin. Gridley then took his sanitary sack of flour to the Comstock where he raised some $22,000. From there he went to California and on to the east coast, and it is reported that he turned some $265,000 over to the Sanitary Commission. Brother Gridley gained national recognition for his efforts. This was done at great personal sacrifice, however, and Torrence reports that he "retun~ed to the 'Vest, broken in health and financially ruined." He had exhausted his means transporting his flour over the country. This research has revealed that the members of Lander Lodge No.8 were deeply involved in the formation of our state, and that if there was any dissension over the Union and Confederate causes, apparently the brothers remembered their Masonic vows, since no actual violence erupted. It also revealed that one brother, Gridley, gained national prominence and sacrificed his own heal th and fortune in carrying out the Masonic principles of charity and relief for his fellow man.

BINDINGS AND RESTORATIONS PENNSYLVANIA: The Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania has the largest collection of proceedings known to the Masonic World. The following account of this phase of its work is noted in the proceedings: We have continued our policy of binding the Annual Proceedings of the various Jurisdictions. In this respect, we are known to have the most complete collection of Grand Lodge Proceedings in the world. These hundreds of volumes of Proceedings provide excellent reference for research. We are constantly providing in(ormation for requests received from all over the world. For the proper filing and cataloguing of certain booklets, pamphlets and other papers, an assortment of 500 special clip-type binders has been purchased. The preservation of rare and priceless documents and manuscripts has continued during the past year. We have contracted for and received 348 leaves that have been laminated by the Archival Restoration Associates, Inc., Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Contact has been made with a specialist in the art of restoration as pertains to the Original Warrant granted July 15, 1761 by the Grand Lodge of England for a Provincial Grand Lodge in Pennsylvania, which we have in our collection. We have been advised that restoration and preservation of this Original 'Varrant is possible and would arrest further depreciation.

HONORARY PAST GRAND MASTER OHIO: The Grand Lodge of Ohio recognized in a very gracious way one of its faithful: RESOLUTION

M.W. Bro. Colin B. Montis, P.G.M., read and moved adoption of the following resolution: WHEREAS, Bro. Ed M. Jenkins has served this Grand Lodge faithfully as Grand Tyler under 20 different Grand Masters; and WHEREAS, Bro. Ed M. Jenkins has presided over this Grand Lodge so capably and efficiently; Thereby, Be It Resolved, That he be elected an honorary Past Grand Master of this Grand Lodge with all the privileges appertaining- to that office and that an appropriate certificate be drafted attesting this resolution.

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INSTALLATION OF A MASTER A most unusual installation of the Master of a lodge took place in the Scottish Rite Cathedral at St. Louis, Missouri, last February. The titular head of the Scottish Rite bodies in Missouri, Bro. Walter C. Ploeser, Deputy to the Supreme Council for the Orient of Missouri, was duly installed as Worshipful Master of Algabil Lodge o. 544 by three close friends, all Past Grand Masters, and two of whom were 33° brethren, while the other has been honored with only the KCCH. M.W. Bros. George F. Morrison and Robert L. Aronson are 33° members, while M.W. Bro. A. Vasey Vanlanding. ham is a 32° KCCH member of the Scottish Rite. Since this review is written primarily for the brethren in Missouri, we consider it of sufficient interest to them to know that one of their number, W. Bro. Walter C. Ploeser, after having devoted so much of his life to the good of mankind and to our Fraternity in other areas, has at last achieved the office of Worshipful Master. Few Masters come to office under more auspicious circumstances, nor do they accept the responsibility with more humility.

Three Past Grand Masters install the Deputy for the Scottish Rite in Missouri as Worshipful Master of Algabil Lodge No. 544. Left to right: M.W. Bro. A. Basey Vanlandingham, 32° KCCH, W. Bro. WalteT C. Ploeser, 33", and W M. Of Algabil Lodge No. 544, M.W. Bro. George F. Morrison, 33°, and M.W. Bro. Robert L. Aronson, 33°.

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The following is an excerpt from the Scottish Rite Mason: In simple but colorful ceremonies viewed by approximately 2,000 Master Masons and their wives, Bro. ·Walter C. Ploeser, 33°, was installed as ·Worshipful Master of Algabil Lodge No. 544. Held at Scottish Rite Cathedral in honor of the lodge's 50th anniversary celebra· tion, the event attracted a large number of the lodge's living Past Worshipful Masters and members, and many Scottish RiLe and Masonic officers and their families. Sustained and vigorous applause greeted the work of three Missouri Past Grand Masters, Bro. George F. Morrison, 33°, Circuit Judge Robert L. Aronson, 33°, and State Senator A. Basey Vanlandingham as they installed the entire body of officers with great dignity and precision, assisted by two past Worshipful Masters of Algabil, Ernest J. Thacker and Arch Murphy. One of the most striking aspects of the ceremony was the interpolation offered by the young men of Sl. Louis Harmony Chapter of DeMolay. PRA YER BY DEMOLA Y

·With the assemblage standing in the darkened auditorium, the spotlight focussed the robed and kneeling youths joined by Brother PIoeser whose Master Councilor Charles Brown said: "At this time all over our land mothers and fathers are leaning over the beds of the children they love. Also, guests in institutions are preparing for the hour of rest. Let us pause in ollr deliberations while our chaplain offers a prayer." The prayer followed. Brother Ploeser's 44-year history as a ))eMolay, a Mason and a member of Scottish Rite and the Shrine was described by Brother Morrison who presented the 'Vorshipful Master with the top hat and gavel. "I am deeply honored to serve as 'Vorshipful Master of Aigabil Lodge," he said. "The Masonic lodges hold the basic truths of our great Fraternity and are the base upon which everything else rests. 011

URGES LODGE SUPPORT

"If J may make a suggestion," he added, "it is to urge every Mason to take an

active role in his chapters, to attend at least several times a year and to serve as an officer. "Every' lodge needs the help of each ot its members if we m'e to inC1"ease the growth and influence of our order which means so much to the stability and qualit)' of our nation." Except for this request, Brother Ploeser's entire presentation was an expression of gratitude to scores of individuals and Masonic bodies "with whom J have served in all of my 44 years in DeMoray and Masonry."

The closing of the article gave an account of Brother Ploeser's present lVfasonic responsibilities: Brother Ploeser recently was appointed Deputy Lo the Supreme Council for the Orient of Missouri, succeeding Bro. William E. Massey, 33°, who was appointed Sovereign Grand Inspector General Emeritus of Missouri, follOWing his resignation as active head of the Missouri Scottish Rite because of illness.

INSURANCE TENNESSEE: The Grand Lodge of Tennessee on the recommendation of

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the Grand Master and with the approval of the Jurisprudence Committee adopted a plan to cover all of its lodges. The Jurisprudence Committee said: 2. We concur in the recommendation of the Grand Master that a blanket policy be secured covering all lodges for public liability $1,000,000 limit; $2,500 fidelity bond covering all officers, committeemen and members whether or not they are salaried; Workmen's Compensation and Employer's Liability, legal limits; and all Risk Paraphernalia coverage (estimated average $500.00) the premium to be paid by the Grand Lodge at not more than 14Y2 cents per capita, and recommend that the policy be written for a three-year term and that the policy be approved by a committee composed of Past Grand Masters Jas. E. McFadin, Arch E. McClanahan and W. Phelan Douglas before acceptance.

ISRAEL From The Freemason, the official voice of the Grand Lodge of Israel, we find the following editorial which tells much of the feeling in Israel at the time the recent conflict there was just beginning: WITH JOYOUS PRIDE, FAITH AND ASSURANCE

The Arab States finally attacked the State of Israel from all directions, as they had been threatening to do all these years. They were headed by Egypt, led by the Arab Hitler, Abdul-Nasser. 'Vith guns and trumpets, aeroplanes and tanks they set out to exterminate a quiet peace-loving people who pursue peace: They imposed War upon us. Yet evil does not invariably succeed, nor do the wicked always prosper. No indeed. Our faith in justice and truth has been justified. With the help of the Grand Architect of the Universe and by means of the Israel Army the enemy has been smitten hip and thigh. He has been driven back, beaten and injured, to his own borders. Once again the State of Israel will have its natural boundaries. A marvel has come about in our land, a more than historic event. Once again, as in the days of the Maccabees, the few have beaten the many, and they have cleansed the Temple. The assailants came aspiring to dominion and destruction, with a will to conquest and expansion. It does not matter whether this is the desire of the leaders only, and not of the people. We, our citizens and our forces, have been fighting for our very lives, our very existence. We face towards peace and quiet, friendship and good neighborly relations, growth and expansion, for our neighbors and ourselves alike. But when we were attacked and had our backs to the wall we waged war with pride, assurance and faith. The whole nation united behind her leaders. There was a brotherhood in arms beyond compare on every front. We stood firm in all our border villages, and there was a vast outpouring of the volunteer spirit in the rear. How could we be overcome by those who themselves did not know why they were really fighting? Jerusalem the Holy has returned to the sons of those who built her up. She is whole and undivided again. The City that was built by King David, the City in which King Solomon erected that Temple which is the foundation and model for all Freemasons the world over, that City has been liberated from her conquerors who had been shelling her mercilessly and indiscriminately, hospitals, churches, and synagogues alike. Now, members of all faiths will once again be able to serve God in the Holy City without let or hindrance, each after his own fashion. The Temple of Solomon shall rise again. Three days after hostilities were commenced against us, at the time these lines

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are being wrilten, the entire population of Israel, all our citizens, Jews and Arabs, Christians, Moslems and Druse with all their parties, stand firm and erect, joyful and proud, secure and imbued with a boundless faith. ARE MASONS GOING TO STAND ASIDE?

The State of Israel stands ready for the worst. On all sides it is now menaced by bloodthirsty enemies, led by an Arab Hitler, under the guidance and instruction of Communists. Their aim is a war of extermination, a war for the sake of genocide. The Free World sees the danger, knows the truth, yet stands at a loss, delaying, playing at diplomacy, hoping for a miracle. Is it possible that the leaders of the West cannot see, that they have not yet learnt from experience, how the Nazis and Communists and their followers and satellites operate everywhere? Is the United States tranquilly waiting for Communism to gain control of the Middle East as well? The State of Israel is the only democratic country in the entire region, a calm oasis in the heart of the Arab deserts. She is the only peace-lover in the whole of this area; and she is now in direst peril. There is no choice before the State of Israel. If warfare is forced upon her, she will do battle and overcome her foes. Yet if the aggressor is allowed to consolidate his position it will mean the collapse of the Free World. The State of Israel has no desire for war. All she asks is to be allowed to continue quietly with her vast reconstruction efforts, making the desolation fruitful and spreading wisdom and knowledge. Israel wishes for peace with her neighbors and cooperation with them, in order to develop the whole region and make it prosper for the benefit of all its inhabitants, without distinction of creed or race. In brief, she wishes to fulfill the principles of Freemasonry here, and transform them into actual fact. Are Freemasons, particularly in the United States and Great Britain, going to stand aside and permit this calamity to come about? Is it not their Masonic duty to come to the aid of the assailed party who is in the right?

On June 4, 1967, an Emergency Meeting of all the Freemasons in Israel was called, in which hundreds of Freemasons from all parts of Israel participated-] ews, Arabs and Druze. Of this meeting the following appeared in The Freemason in the form of a Proclamation: PROCLAM ATJON .

To all Freemasons throughout the world! The Freemasons in Israel, Jews, Moslems, Druzes and Christians who have assembled this day, June 4, 1967, in an Emergency Meeting to discuss the role of the Order in this fateful hour for the State of Israel, send forth this message to all Freemasons in the world: 1. The State of Israel, surrounded by enemies who openly declare their eagerness to destroy her, is in a critical situation. It is, therefore, the duty of every Freemason in Israel, as a citizen, regardless of race or religion, to do his utmost to ensure the continued existence and future of his country. 2. The Freemasons of the State of Israel call upon all the Freemasons in the world to raise their voices and demand that all free nations intervene without delay in support of Israel, practically as well as theoretically. 3. Nasser, who stands at the head of the threatening and aggressive forces, is fol路 lowing in the steps of hispredecessors--HitIer and other dictators. His avowed aim,

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aided by those who pull the strings, is genocide. And as all dictators have always done, one of his first steps was to declare Freemasonry illegal in Egypt. 4. The United Nations Organization whose duty it is to preserve peace and quiet in the world, is paralyzed now and incapable of fulfilling its obligations. 5. The obligation and the responsibility to preserve peace in the world fall, therefore, on the free countries, primarily on the United States, Great Britain and France and their citizens. They must learn the lessons the past h;JS t.au~ht. t.hem and realize how heavy is the penalty of <lppealing an aggressor. 6. Freemasons throughout the world, each in his own country and in whatever function he may serve, are warned to be on the alert and demand most firmly that their countries honor their undertakings to preserve universal peace, brotherhood and justice. Any evasion or delay is liable to bring disaster down upon the free world. You are expected to act now, before it is too late.

ITALIAN PROPOSAL From the Grande Oriente D'Italia we received the following proposal for the suggested discussion of Regular Grand Lodges throughout the world. We have not been apprised of the results of the convent suggested for October 1966, if results there were. It is a matter of interest that there continues to be a deep and abiding interest in the moral aspects of Freemasonry. THE ]\fORAL OF TOMORROW

A Conven t of study will be held in Rome during the l<lst days of October 1966, on the moral of tom01TOW. The Italian Freemasonry makes a proposal to all the regular Grand Lodges in the world for the meditation and the fraternal exchange of t he results of the said study on the important subject. The dominant idea of the proposer brethren is that in front of the technical progress the reality which surrounds the men surpasses and rapidly leaves behind the moral that the human kind has always very slowly elaborated. In front of the prospectiveness that the human kind can find out tomorrow of being without the possession of a proper moral, only Masonic teachings can develop within the man a living center of self-government.

KIPLING AND MASONRY Some time ago there appeared in the West Australian Craftsman an article devoted to our esteemed brother, the late Rudyard Kipling. It is our considered opinion that Freemasons cannot be too often reminded of men of great and enduring stature who gave much to Freemasonry in the form of their time, their talents and in that sense their lives. The writer of the article mentioned herein stated: "Rudyard Kipling is one of the giants of modern English literary history. He towered over the closing decades of the Victorian era and lived well into the twentieth century." The article then proceeds to pay a well deserved tribute to this great man: Rudyard Kipling was a Mason. More significantly, he was an active and devoted Mason all his life. His writings contain many allusions and references to Masonic

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ideals and practices; some of them are completely Masonic in thought and motivation. I-Ie was made a Mason in Hope and Perserverance Lodge No. 782 (English Constitution) at Lahore, Punjab, India, in 1886. It required a special dispensation, because Kipling was only 20 years and six months of age at the time. The same evening that he was raised he was elected secretary of the Lodge, so that he recorded his own initiation in the minutes of the mother Lodge! Only six months later he stood before his brethren, to give them good and wholesome instruction, by reading a paper, "On the Origins of Masonry, and the First Degree in Particular." That was merely the beginning of lifelong services of his heart, and mind, and pen in the interests of the Craft. A complete and scholarly catalogue of all the Masonic allusions and references in Kipling's writings is still to be altempted. There are many, some quite obvious, like the plot of "The Man Who Would Be King" (in Wee Willie Winkie); and some not so obvious, like the references to an American Masonic newspaper in "Traffics and Discoveries." The final verses of the poem "A Dedication" are clearly Masonic in their thought and expression. Many a phrase in Kipling's writings seems perfectly natural to the uninitiated reader, but to a Mason their fraternal source is unmistakable. There are obvious Masonic ideas in some of the Plain Tales From the Hills, as well as in the novel Kim. Masonic though ts and expressions can also be found in the stories "On the Great Wall," "The Winged Hat," "Halo' the Draft" and "The City Wall." "With the Main Guard" contains a definite reference to the third degree. "The Carpenter" is pure Masonic philosophy. In Debits and Credits there are obvious Masonic allusions in such stories as "The janeites," "A Friend of Family" and "Madonna of the Trenches." "The Rutterfiy That Stamped" in Just So Stories pictures King Solomon adorned with a Masonic apron, sash and trinket. Some of Kipling's poems may be positively labelled "Masonic" Among them are "The Palace," "Banquet Night," "The Widow of Windsor," "Rough Ashlar" and "Mother Lodge."

KNIGHTS TEMPLAR CLOSE GRAND LODGE WISCONSIN: The following beautiful ceremony is reported in the proceedings of the Grand Lodge of Wisconsin: FORJ\IJNG OF Tl-IE TEMPLAR PASSION CROSS CLOSES THE PUBLIC INSTALLATION CEREMONIF.S

Preparatory to closing Grand Lodge, Grand Master Inman said: "The proceedings of the 122nd Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge Free and Accepted Masons are drawing to a close and I will now call upon the Right Eminent Past Grand Commander of the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of the State of Wisconsin and Captain of the Tripoli Temple Crusaders, Bro. Irving 1.. Heller, to form the Templar Passion Cross. After the benediction I should like all to remain in the auditorium until after the Crusaders have retired and then if you should wish to greet any of the newly installed Grand Lodge officers they will be looking for you and hoping that you will come out and shake their hand at the west gate. 'Vould you all now rise and give your attention to our newly installed Grand Chaplain, Rev. David Griffith."

LETTER OF INQUIRY WISCONSIN: A Lodge in \,yisconsin received an inquiring letter, or questionnaire, for an agency in one of their cities. Quite properly, the letter was

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turned over to the Grand Master, who referred it to the Chairman of the Jurisprudence Committee for answer. The letter and its answer are quoted for the guidance of others who may be placed in a similar situation in the future: QUALIFICATIONS-Sl'ECIAL INQUIRY

In early April, Pike Lodge No. 355, Kenosha, was the recipient of a letter from the Commission on Human Relations of Kenosha generally seeking information as to qualifications required of applicants for the degrees and other matters, as specifically outlined in the special questionnaire which is reproduced herewith. The same letter and questionnaire were received by other lodges and affiliates in Kenosha. "1. What is the official, full name of your organization? "2. What is the purpose of your organization? Quote from your constitution or by-laws. "3. What are the qualifications for membership in your organization? "4. Are there any restrictive clauses that limit the eligibility of persons seeking admission in your society? Will you quote these restrictions for us? Are these restrictions those of a local chapter the national organization .......... or both ? "5. Though there may not be any clauses in your by-laws or constitution that limit eligibility for membership, are there practices in which your members engage that shut out applicants for membership? If so, will you describe? "6. If you answer either or both questions (4) or (5) 'yes,' does your memhership approve the practice and/or the limiting clause? Was this answer secured by vote of your members present ; or is it your judgment .... , or is it the answer of your board .?" Comments: Pike Lodge referred the matter to the Grand Lodge and I in turn referred the communication and questionnaire to the Committee on Masonic Jurisprudence of (;rand Lod~e and specifically to Past Grand Master Lewis A. Stocking, as Chair路 man. who prepared a letter in reply as reproduced below: "Gentlemen: "IN RE; Your recent Communication to and Questionnaire of Pike Lodge No. 355 F. & A.M. "This letter is written in response to the above mentioned communication and questionnaire. "The following are the numbered answers to your questionnaire: "I. Pike Lodge No. 355. Free and Accepted Masons of Kenosha. Wisconsin. "2. To teach and promulgate Friendship, Morality and Brotherly Love, and in doing so to make the good man who comes to Masonry of his own free will and accord a better man. "3. Article XVI, Section I of the Masonic Code, Regulations for Lodges. defines the qualifications for membership as follows: "'An applicant for the degrees must be a man, free born, of good report, well recommended, a believer in Deity, literate, of lawful age, mentally, morally and physically sound. The Lodge shall judge such qualifications when the ballot is spread after the petition has been received by the Lodge.' "4. None. except as set forth in the answer to question numbered 3. "5. No.

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"6. Wisconsin Masons through their Grand Lodge approved the qualifications referred to in the answer to question numbered 3 by their vote. "It is reported that all Masonic Bodies of Kenosha, in addition to Pike Lodge, received identical communications and questionnaires from you. You may, if you wish, accept this letter as a response to all such communications and as providing answers to all of the questionnaires. The only exceptions are the Grand Commandery and one or two other smaller groups which accept no applicant for membership who does not profess to be a Christian. Except for these groups, Masonry requires only, in addition to other qualifications mentioned in answer to question numbered 3, that an applicant recognize a Supreme Being. "Yours respectfully, A. STOCKING Past Grand Master and Chairman of Committee on Masonic Jurisprudence" "LEWIS

LIBRARY NORTH DAKOTA: The Grand Lodge of North Dakota decided some time ago to go out of the "Public Library" business, and to retain an adequate Masonic Library that could be conducted through the office of the Grand Secretary. It was to include historical and biographical material as well as their collection of Western Americana. The Committee on Policy and General Purposes was given full authority to make such disposition of books, records and old proceedings of other jurisdictions as it might deem wise, as well as to determine what books should be retained. Arrangements were to be made for the disposition of back issues of other jurisdictions, except for certain ones near the Grand Lodge of North Dakota. It was planned to retain the last five years for reference. The library was to be relocated in the Grand Lodge office. These objectives have been progressing nicely, the committee reported. Arrangements have been made with the University of North Dakota to place a goodly number of the books there. The committee reported. D. The University has paid the Grand Lodge $10,000 for the use of the books in perpetuity, but agrees that the Grand Lodge may reclaim them all, with the exception of the "library journals," after ten years upon the payment to the University (General Extension Division) of $5,000. The Grand Lodge Library Committee took no part in negotiating the contract with the University, but earnestly believes that it was a constructive move and that the arrangement is mutually beneficial to both the Grand Lodge and the University. The arrangement guarantees the continuation of library services with proper credit to the Masonic Order, and the location of the books at an educational institution assures increased usage with consequent benefit to those affected. For all practical purposes, it may be said that the Grand Lodge has two libraries; one at its Grand Lodge headquarters and the other at the University of North Dakota Williston Center.

LIQUOR GEORGIA: The Grand Lodge of Georgia adopted the following relative to a Mason holding a license to sell liquor.

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It is unmasonic conduct for a Mason to apply for or to procure a license to sell intoxicants or to knowingly retain such a liccnsc issued in his name without his knowledge. Nor maya Mason operate a business in his name while posscssing a I icense for the sale of beer and wine for his business in the name of his wife. A violation shall be punished by suspension and recommendation for expulsion, and, if at the pretrial conference, the accused should enter a plea of guilty, or, if upon the trial, the accused should enter a pica of guilty or be convicted, then the aforesaid punishment shall thcrcupon be imposcd by the Chairman of the Trial Commission.

The mere fact that the liquor question continues to reappear on the agendas of various Grand Lodges seems to indicate that they are not now satisfied that it is correctly written in our law. Can we help but ask ourselves the question, "How does the Mother Grand Lodge, from whence our Masonry is derived treat the question?" Are we, in our Masonic attitude, being strictly fair to Masonry and to our brethren? It is a question we probably should not get into, and we do recognize the right of every Grand Lodge to decide for itself what its laws on the subject shall be. Still, we cannot remain silent when it appears that a Mason cannot sell, or be a paTty to the sale of, liquor, but he can be served by a non-mason all he can hold or carry away. Perhaps the one who serves it docs not drink at all. One more question and we will lay aside the pen for a moment, "What should we do with all the Masons who drink liquor?" The Grand Lodge of Georgia also adopted the following: ORGANIZATION OFFICERS RESPONSIBLE

The policy making officers of any dub or organization who are Masons and who are personally responsible for the selling, manufacturing or furnishing spirituous, malt or intoxicating liquors therein are SUbject to the Provisions of Section 522 of the Masonic Code. A violation shall be punished by suspension and recommendation for expulsion, and, if at the pre-trial confcrence, the accused should enter a pIca of guilty, or, if upon the trial the accused should enter a plea of guilty or be convicted, then the aforesaid punishment shall thereupon he imposed by the Chairman of the Trial Commission.

LODGE ROOM USE OHIO: The Grand Lodge of Ohio proposed to amend its code to include the Order of the White Shrine of Jerusalem: Provided, however, that any chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star, allY shrine of the \Vhite Shrine of Jerusalem, any ~hapter of the Order of DeMolay, any bethel of Job's Daughters, or allY assemhly of Rainbow for Girls may, '''lith the consent of the Masonic Bodies jointly occupying such halls or rooms he permitted to use said Masonic halls or rooms, for its meeting and social purposes only but shall not permit the use of such facilities, either separately or with it jointly by any other society or organization.

WEST VIRGINIA: The Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of West Virginia made the following ruling relative to the use of a Masonic lodge room by the Order of the Eastern Star: That the Order of the Eastern Star uses a lodge hall only with the consent of the lodge and not as a joint IIser, and so mllst be subjected to sllch restrictions on

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that use as are imposed and can use the lodge hall for transacting of business, conferring degrees or rehearsing ritualistic work and for no other purpose. 'Written invitations do not avoid the definition of a "non-public meeting," when that meeting is to be held in the lodge room. That a certificate of good standing issued by a lodge in Pennsylvania can be considered ;JS a demit {or affilia.tion in a lodge in this Grand Jurisdiction.

LODGE OF SORROW TENNESSEE: The Grand Lodge of Tennessee issued the following instructions for convening a "LODGE OF SORROW": A lodge may open a "Lodgc of Sorro\\''' at the beginning of a ncwly installed Master's tenn of office for thc purpose of attending funcrals during' the year without having to go LO the lodge hall before the funcral to open the lodge and after the funeral service to close it. The lodgc will remain open for the entire year but must be closed not later than the Stated Meeting in December. Instructions for opening this Lodge of Sorrow will be as follows: Full opening will be required in Due and Ancient Form except thc "PURPOSE" for which the lodge is called, will be as follows: WM: "Brethren, this Lodge has been callcd for the purpose of opening a Lodge of Sorrow to remain open until the Stated Meeting in December." After any eulogy from the brethren regarding a deceased, the Worshipful Master directs the Scnior Deacon in this manner: WM: "Brother Senior Deacon, you will close the Great Lights." After Closing the Senior Deacon reports: SD: "Worshipful Master, the Great Lights are closed." WM: "Brethren, we will now retirc to cemctery where we will perform the last Masonic Rites for the deceased." At the December Stated Meeting, the Worshipful Master, in the usual manner, calls the lodge to order with officers taking their stations and places. After purging the lodge: WM: "Brother Senior Deacon, you will display the Great Lights." After displayingSD: "Worshipful Master, the Great Lights are displayed." Then proceed to close the Lodge of Sorrow in Due and Ancicnt Form. All actions to be properly recorded in the minutes of the lodge by the secretary and names and dates of any deccased brethren of the year to be included in the minutes thereof. All lodges should use white rods, Holy Bible on symbolic blue pillow or cushion at the graveside ceremony.

MASONIC HOMES DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA: The Grand Lodge Representatives of the Masonic and Eastern Star Home in the District of Columbia requested to not be considered for re-election because of circumstances existing there. A portion of their report read: Last year we questioned why there was such a high turn-over in personnel-57 resignations or discharges during 1965. The year 1966 has a record little, if any,

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better. However, the one employee in executive capacity who may have been reo sponsible for some of the trouble is no longer at the Home. It is to be hoped that the replacement will bring about a harmony that apparently could not exist formerly. In May of this year there appeared in the Washington Post an article entitled "City to Crack Down on Violators of Nursing Home Code." About this time one of the Grand Lodge representatives was given a copy of a Final 30-Day Notice from the Department of Licenses and Inspections of the District of Columbia. It was dated May 3, 1966 and directed to the President of the Home, giving the Home until June 6, 1966 to correct certain deficiencies existing there. Any interested representative would have been concerned-deeply concerned. And we were. We asked for a private audience with the President of the Home-privare so that the matter need not be publicized. However, this private meeting was fully reported and considerably exaggerated in the printed minutes of the June 8 Executive Committee Meeting. Under these circumstances the present Grand Lodge representatives feel that they are at a disadvantage in trying to serve the Home any further. Our interest there is as sincere as it ever was but we feel that it would be unwise to continue in office with the present regime and we hereby give notice that we will not stand for re-election on December 27. We sincerely hope that our successors will meet with better luck.

ILLINOIS: The Committee on Care of Children reported to the Grand Lodge of Illinois. The committee based its report on the result of questionnaires sent to 20 Masonic Children's Homes. The results showed that the largest number of children being cared for were 320 in North Carolina and 279 in Texas. Alabama has but one, District of Columbia, Kansas, Ohio and West Virginia have no children in their homes. California has 61 and New York 14. Other interesting facts reported were: Our survey indicates that the entertainment expenditure per child during 1965 varied from a low of $100 in Kentucky to a high of $791 in Illinois. The average of eight states reporting this expenditure was $342. Twelve states reported that the idea of placing children in foster homes had never been given consideration. Indiana reported that this possibility had been considered, but that it had been decided that Masons have an obligation to provide a home for the children. North Carolina considered the idea as a supplement, but decided it was not feasible. Government authorities in the State of Kansas will not permit children being placed in institutions and in consequence, the Grand Lodge of Kansas places children in the Masonic and Eastern Star Home for Children in Nebraska. In Illinois, the possibility of placing children in foster homes has been mentioned several times, but we of the committee concur with our brethren in other jurisdictions and advise against the adoption of such a program. Nebraska reported that a food allotment is received from the federal government. North Carolina reported that financial aid is received from the state government but did not indicate the extent. Alabama, California, and Illinois receive 'social security payments when the individual child is entitled to such payments.

The committee concluded its report on "Care of Children" with the following statements and, then, questions: The population of our home at LaGrange has declined almost steadily from 69 children in 1959 to 21 in 1966. The Home is presently licensed to accommodate 31

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children, but the low point of 13 children came in June of last year. There are perhaps many reasons for this. Social Security payments now enable a mother to financially keep her children together and there is no substitute for one's own family. Welfare programs stress keeping the family together. Based upon information gathered to date, we feel that our committee can arrive at some definite conclusions following another year of inquiries and comparisons. It appears to us now that we should find answers to the following questions: I. Should we subsidize Masons or their widows who are in financial straits with half-orphans to support, supplementin~ earned income or pensions or social security or insurance benefits? (a) How would the expense of such a subsidy program compare with the operation expense of a home? (b) Could the superintendent of the home also supervise the subsidy program? (c) To what extent would such a subsidy program reduce the necessary home facilities and personnel? 2. Will government aid for dependent children and other public aid eventually obviate the need or desirability of a Masonic children's home or other care program? 3. How do other Grand Lodges in this country justify their withdrawal from, and their decision not to enter a children's home program? 4. Are there legal and feasible ways of reducing the per capita cost of operating the Home at LaGrange with the present population?

The Grand Lodge also heard from another special committee to investigate the "Care of the Aged." It stated: In the fall of 1965 many Grand Jurisdictions were of the opinion that regardless of the benefits of Social Security and Medicare, they would not change their policies. Since the advent of Medicare on July 1, a change in thinking has occurred in some. Now all but two expect to qualify under Part A of the Medicare Program and about two-thirds of them under Part B. Three homes expect to participate in the Extended Care Facilities Benefits. The hospital facilities in one jurisdiction have been fully certified under Medicare. There are two jurisdictions which have stated that they have no intention of qualifying or participating in the Medicare Program. They simply do not wish to enter into the realm of federal government control. Other jurisdictions are awaiting developments before considering Medicare benefits. There is an area of doubt on the part of the committee, as well as a number of others with whom we have talked, in regard to the application of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, which sets forth that any facility-whether it be a home, hospital or extended care-could not engage in any discriminatory practices. This could apply to various non-profit fraternal and religious homes such as ours.

The committee advanced other phases of the "Future Program." After the Medicare program has established itself, there is the possibility that the demand for hospital and nursing care in a fraternal home, not under federal supervision, may take a downward trend. Within the next five years it may be that we will have to revamp our Masonic Home, at least partially, into a residential facility with an infirmary for short term care, necessitating a diffe;ent type of operation for some of our buildings. With the scientific medical advances made in recent years, the longevity of our present and future population at the Home may be lengthened, pointing to the possible need for a different type of facility than we now provide.

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Some Grand Jurisdictions have in operation a rental cottage-type housing plan, providing individual living quarters for a Mason and/or his wife, with two or more units under one roof. The occupants would use the Home services as needed and also participate in all the social activities of the main building. Another type of care, on a fee basis, is being considered by some Grand Jurisdictions, where infirmary care would be given on a short term basis to Masons, their wives or widows, who suffer a stroke, heart attack, broken hip, etc. It is also possible for the Home to have a working agreement with approved hospitals and nursing homes for this care when needed. Other Grand Jurisdictions subsidize the care of the their members, wives or widows, by permitting them to continue to live in their present localitics, letting them use their pensions, insurance and Social Security benefits to pay as much of the cost as possible. The Grand Lodge would pay the difference. This plan has a lot of merit and is used in many of the western Jurisdictions. \Vhat is a good program today may he outdated in the matter of a few months. Because of changing conditions, a suggestion for consideration by the Trustees would be to have a long-range survey made of our Sullivan facility by a professional in this type of work. The services of Ollie A. Randall, 45 E. 9th St., New York City, could be had at a moderate cost. She has a very broad knowledge in this field and her survey could be of great help in determining how best we could serve our members in the future.

OHIO: The Administrator of the Ohio Masonic Home brought out some very interesting facts about homes in general across the nation: A. There are just four homes whose average age at admission is between 72 and 75 years. The figures definitely show a change over a quarter century. In the Test of the homes the average age of admission is between 76 and 90 years. B. The average age of those residents in Masonic homes throughout our nation highlight the big reason for more health service needs. There were only 19 per cent of the Homes with an average age up to 81 1;2 years, of which we are one. The remaining 81 per cent have average ages from 82 to 86 plus years. C. The survey also confirmed what we are experiencing at the Ohio Masonic Home-that ambulatory space need is decreasing. This was reported by over 63 per cent of the Homes. D. It is most surprising to learn from the survey that if they were building new ambulatory accommodations, 94 per cent of the homcs would make changes as ['01lo\l's: 76 per cent would have hot and cold water in every room; 60 per cent would provide for toilets between each room; 10 per cent would provide toilets in every room; 74 per cent would provide for all single rooms; 16 per cent would provide for all double rooms; 10 per cent would provide both single and double rooms. E. Health Care Facilities-The results of the survey pointed out that in the total accommodations of the homes of the nation [or older people, 68 per cent are hospital beds (approximately 64 per cent of the Ohio Masonic Home residents are hospitalized). Also, because of the increase in the health needs of the residents in the homes, there will be an increase of 14 per cent in new beds by the new hospital construction now under way and in the planning stages. Health care is one of the most expensive problems the Masonic homes are facing in the nation today. The new residents are so much older and in much poorer health when being admitted into our home now. Therefore, more medical and surgical hospital care and expensive medication is needed. There is a health problem of much concern in homes today. This is the mental case. The survey points out that 72 per cent of all the homes state they are experiencing an increase in the number of mental cases. Sixty per cent of the homes treat these cases ill their hospital units and

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the balance (40 per cent) care for them in separate areas. Because of the increase in mental conditions of the aged Mason, wife, or widow, 19 per cent of the homes are going to increase the accommodations for this type of case. F. Government Surplus Food~Of the homes reporting, only 39 per cent report accepting such foods. The Ohio Masonic Home participates in the program and this assists with food costs. Our recent calculated raw food cost per meal was 27.7 cents. G. Chapel~The survey showed that 73 per cent of the homes have their own chapel. There is no set size for each, however. The accommodations run from 50 per cent of the average daily census to ISO per cent or more. H. New Retirment Programs-As I have already said, Masonic homes are changing facilities now and will be more so in the future to meet the needs of the brother and his family. Evidence of a change is noted by the statement made concerning the Masonic Home at Guthrie, Oklahoma. The Grand Master of that state said in 1965 that air-conditioning was installed in both of their huildings for their residents. This shows how homes differ from those at the turn of the century. The results of the survey show that 15 cent of the Masonic homes across the nation are giving consideration to various retirement programs. These are either monthly pay-as-you-go plans or the founders' fee basis which is purchasing a cottage or apartment unit for lifetime use.

MASONIC NEWS NEW JERSEY: The Committee on Masonic News for the Grand Lodge of New jersey said in part: A study of the magazines and other periodicals of foreign Grand Lodges reveals (I) that with the exception of the magazine of the Grand Lodge of Texas, they are the work of devoted amateurs and not experienced professionals. (2) There is not enough activity in anyone Grand Lodge of newsworthy importance to make Masonic Grand Lodge magazines of continual interest. (3) As presently published, they are of no interest to the national advertiser and with the exception of those with Masonic affiliations, are of little interest to the local advertiser. In other words, advertisers do not consider them worthwhile advertising media. (4) These are generally subsidized by assessments on the brethl'en and, consequently, only Grand Lodges with large memberships can possibly afford them. Such Grand Lodges as Texas, California, Indiana, and Pennsylvania seemingly can afford their magazines, although Pennsylvania's is merely a pamphlet mostly devoted to the Masonic Homes; Texas' magazine has just started publication and the magazine of the Grand Lodge of Illinois folded this year because they did not have sufficient funds to change the addresses of all their members to include Zip Code as required by the Postal authorities. ,.ve are forced to agree in part with the committee, but believe it has overlooked the prime motive behind an authorized "printed voice" of a particular Grand Lodge. In the first instance, it is not intended to carry national advertising, nor to make money for the Grand Lodge. We like to think it has a higher calling. Also, we know of but few national advertisers that would be acceptable to the laws of most Grand Lodges. The committee was quite ambitious, and suggested a magazine that would be available not only to Master Masons in New jersey, but to other jurisdictions. Perhaps if the committee could actually be responsible for a magazine of the highest type, hitherto unknown to the Craft, it could realize some of its dreams. The committee suggested:

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(a) The magazine would be so produced that the idea would be attractive to other Grand Lodges. If they were interested in having a magazine for their breth路 ren, the first part of the contemplated magazine would remain constant, but the second half, under the direction of the editors, could be edited for the State in which that Grand Lodge was situated. In this way we could expand the value of the magazine as an advertising medium, offering wider coverage to the national advertiser, but spot coverage in areas other than New Jersey for the local advertiser. (b) The corporation would be financed by the sale of stock La lodges, if the)' cared to invest, or to prominent and influential brethren or anyone else who would care to join with us in this enterprise. (c) It is currently planned to produce six issues a year and sell subscriptions to anyone who cares to buy them, Mason or non-Mason for $3.00 pel' year.

The report contained much more, which indicated considerable thought and study. We regarded these quotations as being of special interest.

MEMBERSHIP Many so-called "plans" have been advanced for the answer to a declining membership. We can only wonder if perhaps we are too concerned about the number of members we have, rather than the strength of the membership generally. A few strong dedicated men can accomplish far more than a hoard of mere joining members. There are those who say that if the ones we lose by the suspension route were unable to see and appreciate the value of Freemasonry, then we are better off to let them go. On the other hand, we are faced with the argument that if our officers would only put forth the necessary effort to make our lodge meetings more interesting and their purpose more meaningful we would not lose members by the "drop-out" method. Perhaps there is an element of merit to each position. The National League of Masonic Clubs, operating in this country since 1905, advanced a plan and tried to get it on the agenda for the Grand Masters Conference in Washington in February, 1967. The plan is an innovation, to say the least, but holds to several well established subjects of discus'sion among Masons. We think it may be of interest to others: THE R.E.A.P. PLAN (RECOMMENDED ENTERED APPRENTICE PROGRAM)

What Is the Purpose of This Plan? To bring into Masonry young men 21 to 25 years of age who have expressed a desire to become a member of the Fraternity and arc qualified.

How Do You Propose to Do This? There are two suggested methods for the selection of these young men. 1. A member of the Order of DeMolay who has reached the age of 21 years and is recommended by the Dad of the DeMolay chapter because of his outstanding work for DeMolay and has expressed a desire to become a Mason and in the opinion of the Dad would be an asset to Masonry. 2. A son of a Mason who has expressed a desire and shown an interest in joining the Craft but because of his and his father's financial condition is unable to afford the initiation fee.

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Who Will Decide on Which Young Men to Select:? A chairrrian will be elected or selected with two assistant chairmen who wiII consider all applications and recommendations 路on their merit and make the selections.

Who Will Supply the Money? It is hoped that this will be ildopted by the Grand Masters Conference and be made a National Program. Each Grand Lodge would contribute a sum of money on a per capita lodge basis. For instance, each lodge could be asked to contribute $25 or $50 per yearif there were 100 lodges in a Grand Jurisdiction then $2,500 or $5,000 would be that Grand Lodge's contribution. Multiply (for example) $2,500 or $5,000 by 50 Grand Jurisdictions and you would have a nucleus of $125,000 or $250,000 to start. Add to this, contributions from the Shrine, Consistory, Commandery, the National League, etc., and the fund would probably increase to $135,000 or $260,000 or more per year.

Operation If this program is adopted an office should be established and the chairman should be a full-time and salaried official to give the Plan his every day attention. Assuming this is done-money would be allocated for the office and salary of the chairman. Deduct this from the gross amount and the remainder used for the plan.

Important The money contributed by a Grand Lodge of a particular state can only be used in that state-if $5,000 was contributed by New York, that money, less the percentage for the office, shall only be used in New Y01"k State. Let us assume that the office plus chairman's salary would come to $10,000 per year-New York's share would be $200, which would leave $4,800 to be used for R.E.A.P. in New York State.

Maximum Per Candidate Upon the recommendation and selection of a candidate the R.E.A.P. would pay the young man's initiation into a lodge, but the amount is not to exceed $100.

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the Establishment of This Plan

Generally speaking, the average age of our lodge members is increasing. Because of the lack of young men being initiated into the Fraternity many of our lodges are being manned in the various offices by brothers well in their 50's and 60's, sometimes even older. Many of our lodges are merging because of this. Many brothers holding office and running committees have done this many times and frankly, are getting tired and looking for new blood to take up the work but continuing because there is none coming in. Then we have the situation where a young man coming into the lodge looks for men of his own age and not seeing any, stops coming to the lodge because of the difference in age brackets. The R.E.A.P. Plan it is hoped will be a bootstrap operation and start these young men on the path of Masonry. We will have a select group coming in because they have expressed the desire and shown an interest in Masonry. The average cost to each lodge would be small and the benefits great. They will gain both in membership which is most important, and financially as the initiation will be paid by R.E.A.P.

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I firmly believe that if this R.E.A.P. is started on a finn foundation and given an opportunity of showing its productivity, Masonry will soon be feeling the impact of an influx of young men to continue its existence and traditions. AS WE

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• • • Note: This is a basic outline of the R.E.A.P. Plan. We feel sure there will be Illany fine suggestions for its improvement and refinement., but. the important part is action-as Mark Twain once said "Everyone talks about the weather but nobody does anything about it." WE CAN DO SO!\fETHING

ILLINOIS: The Grand Master of Illinois appointed a special Committee on Unfinished ''\Tork. This committee's report brought forth some enlightening information. The opening statement read: "Last year the Grand Secretary reported that almost 20 per ce11l, or one out of five Entered Apprentices in the State of Illinois never hecame'Master Masons."

The report continued with a step by step report of its attempt to glean some worthwhile information that might be helpful to the Grand Lodge. The results of the information it received from other jurisdictions were as follows: Per Cent 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15.

Moved, address unknown Not interested in continuing Religious or family objection Objection made, poor character, etc. Deceased . Other .

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Lack of time, busy, procrastination, etc. Works nights, on the road, etc. Contacted, revived, progressing Moved from the area, address known Health . Cannot learn catechism In armed forces Financial problems Other ....

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7.9 7.7 6.4 3.8 3.4 2.8 2.0 2.0

The recommendations of the committee were: 1. Add to the petition the name and address of the next of kin. 2. List in the annual report the names of all unfinished candidates for the past five years to keep them before the lodges. 3. Take care of those who are unworthy of finishing their work, because circumstances arisen after starting work. 4. Lodge may terminate candidate status if it appears he will not finish work in a fixed period of time.

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5. Grand Lodge Membership committee to investigate bogged-down candidates and attempt to restore them to "active status." 6. Require Masters to appoint active investigating committees. All of the above were spelled out in detail, but we think each can adapt the cure to the illness. MARYLAND: The Committee on State of the Craft reported to the Grand Lodge of Maryland in part as follows: Statistical analysis from the proceedings of the Grand Lodge indicate membership in county lodges has almost doubled during the past 20 years and has gone from 13,001 as of April 30, 1945, to 25,834 as of June 30, 1965. The rate of increase has declined somewhat, having averaged approximately 500 members per year increase during the immediate post-war years, gradually declining to 280 members per year over the last three-year period. Within the city, a different picture is presented. Membership i'1creased generally through the year ending June 30, 1961, (with the exception of 1958-59). As of April 30, 1945, city membership stood at 18,635 members and as of June 30, 1961, the total was 24,783. For each year since 1961, membership in city lodges has declined in sufficient amount to overcome the county increases so that there is now an overall decline in the numher of Maryland Masons. The above shows a very definite increase in suburban areas, as opposed to a substantial decrease in urban areas. While this may not be universally true we believe it contains a hint as to what should be done with future lodges.

METROPOLITAN MIGRATION ILLINOIS: The report of the Committee on Metropolitan Migration in the Grand Lodge of Illinois brought forth some interesting facts that effects most jurisdictions to some extent. Everywhere we find metropolitan lodges, we find a shifting type of neighborhood. The "after hours" interest does not seem to return to the hub of the great cities, but rather to newly created neighborhood or residential areas. Illinois has chosen to term it, "Metropolitan Migration." In part the committee said: The Metropolitan Area could be defined as Chicago and its environs and basically this report deals with upstate problems. The rapidly changing character of our inner city, the population explosion and our modern expressways have brought about an exodus that has had a shattering effect on city lodges. City blight has driven many city members to the suhurbs where our own inadequacies have lost them. The committee then cited figures to indicate that in 1900 two-thirds of the American people lived on farms, but today the ratio seems to be reversed and there is an even more rapid trend toward urban living in the future. The committee commented on temples and membership: Long-established temples are slowly withering away in the greying areas because both members and prospective members in large numbers are moving to the .suburbs. Consequently, in outlying communities everywhere, there are promising sites for Masonic temples enabling the whole family to participate in both social and fraternal activities.

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Of the 182 lodges in the Metropolitan Area, 46 responded to our appeal for current membership lists and their figures were projected into our overall percentages. Sixty-seven additional lodges responded to the Grand Master's appeal, making a total of 113. In numbers, there are 73,000 Masons belonging to the lodges in the 20 Metropolitan Districts. We actually processed 12,500 or about one fifth. Projecting this data, we feel there are 37 per cent who are conveniently located near their lodges, 25 per cent elsewhere in Illinois and 38 per cent elsewhere in the world. We estimate that there are 8,000 Masons living in 75 communities not now served by a lodge. Virtually everyone of the non-lodge towns have a large enough Masonic cluster to start a new lodge. This is why the whole state should work together on the migration problem. Masons not only migrate from upstate to downstate, but conversely, they migrate from downstate to upstate. Perhaps even large numbers migrate from in-state to out-state and conversely from out-state to in-state. Actually, records should be kept across the whole state as well as the whole nation. When we realize that there are 11,000 Masons living in 68 communities that have not affiliated with local lodges and that members of Chicago lodges migrated to 143 towns in the state, we then understand why this is a common problem.

The committee then suggests the purchase of an electronic computer: This is the whole story in a nutshell. All of the outer cities have far more prospective Masons than are to be found in the inner city. What is more important is that the younger families, the seeking people, the future Masons are to be found in the suburbs. It is here where we can restore the age old tradition of the son following his father into the lodge-it is here that the daughter will follow her mother into the Eastern Star. The YMCA has been successful following this practice. In many cities large downtown headquarters are being sold to finance the construction of several suburban departments, all of which have capacity memberships. Sweeping changes are in order that will open up new areas for prospective Masons and new lodges for migrant Masons. Thus we arrive at the wonder of our age-the electronic computer. Properly used it could have a miraculous influence in every area of the Fraternity. Electronic computers make it very easy to track down migrant brethren-and with more convenient and attractive lodges, obtain their full support of progressive programs. We suggest that the Grand Lodge rent or buy an electronic computer. Our entire membership list should then be mechanized on magnetic tape. Computer experts, while planning this membership recording should anticipate future uses to which the computer can be put, such as the publication committee. The migration committee in particular needs only the following information: Name of Member, Street Address, City and State, Lodge Number, Zip Code Offices held, Professional skills, Masonic skills and Date of Birth. This would provide a current list of the members which could be used to: Assist in the preparation of the annual repons Prepare labels for mailings to the members Inventory the professional talents of members Provide data on memb~rship migration within our state and other states Provide complete listings of Masons to lodges for special programs

It then gives examples how this type of information could be used for the general good of Freemasonry. It suggested the use for all of mailing labels to announce special or stated functions. The committee stated that 20 per cent of all homes in the United States are sold each year, and that on this basis all homes in the country change hands every five years.

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RECORDS~CROnLMED

FLORIDA: The Grand Lodge of Florida has purchased a microfilmer a microfilm reader. It is hoped that all Grand Lodge records may be served on microfilm, and that only the records of current work for the three years be excepted. It is estimated that the cost to the Grand Lodge be approximately $440 a year for this service.

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MILITARY LODGE OREGON: For the past 21 years the Grand Lodge of Oregon has had OREGON MILITARY LODGE, V.D., on an Army Base in Frankfurt, Germany. The committee on charters and dispensations recommended that a charter be granted. However, the objection noted in the report stemmed from the fact that there was opposition from the Provincial Grand Master in Germany, because he did not want the lodge chartered. There seemed to be little objection to a "Lodge V.D." but there was to a "Chartered Lodge." \-\Te, your Committee on Dispensations and Charters, have before us for consideration a request for charter from Oregon Military Lodge, U.D. of Frankfurt, Germany. This request,addressed to Brother Proudfoot, Grand Secretary, under date of January 10, 1966, was the result of a unanimous vote of the membership present at a meeting held January 5, 1966. It carried the names of all officers of the lodge together with three past masters. The wisdom of granting this request for charter has subsequently been questioned because of the reported opposition of Bro. Horst Volkhart, Provincial Grand Master of the English speaking lodges of Germany but no request for withdrawal of the petition has been received. Since Oregon Military Lodge is located on the Army Base and the relations with German Lodges in the vicinity have been friendly and cordial during the 21 years under dispensation there seems to be little, if any justifiable reason for denying the request for charter notwithstanding the opposition of the Provincial Grand Master.

MISSOURIANS IN THE NEWS JOHN BLACK VROOMAN HONORED

While articles have appeared in the Missouri F"eemason) and elsewhere, we feel that it would be extremely difficult to say enough in recognition of the good works of W. Bro. John B. Vrooman. His life has been dedicated to the betterment of mankind. His vocation is that of Masonic Service Association Hospital Visitor, and his avocation is Freemasonry in all its phases. He is a writer and editor of distinction and recognized ability. Many of his assignments in the field of journalism are recounted in that which follows. It was our privilege to be in Washington when our esteemed brother was accorded official recognition for his long and faithful service to the Masonic Service Association, its Hospital Visitation Program and to Freemasonry generally for more than a quarter century. We can say without fear of contradiction that the brief but meaningful ceremony met with the wholehearted support and approval of all in attendance. We are pleased to record here a brief biography of Brother Vrooman:

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JOHN BLACK VROOMAN

John Black Vrooman was born on March 4, 1899, in Chicago, ll1inois. He attended grade schools in "'ashington, D.C., and in England. He graduated from Crawfordsville, Indiana, High School. He graduated from ''''abash College, Crawfordsville, Indiana, in 1921. He has done postgraduate work at ''''abash College, Indiana State Normal, and Fairmount College. Also has taken some business courses. He has had some teaching experience and newspaper work and writing. Has had considerable experience as an editor and special writer for Masonic publications. Was Editor for Kansas Masonic Digest from 1930 to 1942. Mr. Vrooman is a member of the Philalethes Society and has been Editor of the Philalethes publication. Was raised Masonically on May 31, 1921, in Montgomery Lodge No. 50, Crawfordsville, Indiana. Is now a member of Equality Lodge No. 497, Newburg, Missouri. Was Worshipful Master of his lodge in 1945. Is affiliated with the R.A.M., R. & S.M. and K.T., as well as the A.A.S.R. Received the decoration of Knight Commander of the Court of Honor in 1957. He belongs to the Allied Masonic Degrees and many other Masonic groups, as well as K.Y.C.H. John Black Vrooman and former exMr. Vrooman became a Field Agent for ecutive Secretary John V. Cunningham the M.S.A. on November 23, 1941. He recap events with mutual friend. worked at Rolla, Missouri, during Service Center days and remained there until June, 1946. He was then transferred to Jefferson Barracks, St. Louis, Missouri, where he remained until March, 1954. When the new John ]. Cochran Veterans Hospital was built in St. Louis, he transferred there and has continued at that post. He was awarded the Ten-Year Award of Merit by the M.S.A. in June, 1953. He received the 20-Year Award of Merit in February, 1962, at the Annual Meeting of the Masonic Service Association in Washington, D.C. He was presented with a specially prepared 25-Year Award of Service at the Annual Meeting of the Masonic Service Association at the Shoreham Hotel in Washington, D.C., on February 23, 1967. ARIZONA: It is with pride that we note a former Missourian who journeyed to another jurisdiction, and after many years of labor in the Masonic vineyards became Grand Master of Masons in Arizona: S. BARRY CASEY

Born in Kennett, Missouri, on December 11, 1909, he was the second of seven children (the oldest boy) blessed to the marriage of Samuel King Casey and Lillian Casey. His sisters are Mrs. Mary Severson, Portland, Oregon; Mrs. Lucille Smith, Duncan, Arizona; and, Mrs. Nellie Wiltfong, Phoenix. His brothers are Charles W., John ]. (both of Phoenix and both members of Silver Trowel No. 29) and Michael, Eugene, Oregon. The family moved to Phoenix in August, 1920, where M.W. Brother Casey com-

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pleted his elementary education at Monroe School and graduated from Phoenix Union High School in 1929. He entered the seed business in that same year, has been in business for himself since January 2, 1936, and is presently President of Casey Seed Company, Phoenix.

IDAHO: It is noted with sadness that a former Missourian, who became the Most Worshipful Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Idaho, died during the past year. He was John Charles Herndon, born February 9, 1911, at Bloomfield, Missouri. The minutes of the Emergent Communication of the Grand Lodge, called for the purpose of conducting his Masonic Funeral services stated in part: The Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Idaho was called in an Emergent Communication at 1:10 o'clock p.m. on Saturday, September 17, 1966 in the Masonic Temple at Salmon, Idaho, for the purpose of conducting funeral services for M.W. Past Grand Master John Charles Herndon, who passed away in the Boise National Forest on September 14, 1966, following an airplane failure.

MOTHER GRAND LODGE The United Grand Lodge of England celebrated with a great deal of pride the Two Hundred Fiftieth Anniversary of the beginning of modern Freemasonry in June 1967. Special guests, invited from Grand Lodges around the world made a great effort to attend and pay tribute to the Mother Grand Lodge. Much can and will be written on the unusual event. Let us say quite simply that the message of M.W. Bro. Jacob Segal, Grand Master of the GrandLodge of Israel, expresses the feeling of Masons about the occasion in glowing terms: Freemasonry was born in spirit when Mankind became aware of the struggle between the Will to Good and the Will to Evil. The Masonic principle expressed by the Will to Good continued its struggle until men found a way of displaying their aspirations to one another: their longings for justice, broth erh'ood , and freedom of thought and conscience. The beginnings of Freemasonry are attributed to ancient times, and more specifically to the days when, upon the initiative of the wisest of men, King Solomon, the wondrous Temple was huilt for men to pray for the peace of the world and for all who dwell therein, so that they might live better lives with clear consciences. In any case there can he no doubt that the sources of Freemasonry are intertwined with the Dawn of Civilization, when men first began to build walls and fortresses to protect their cities, and when they erected temples and places of worship in which to pray and give their thanks to God. During the Middle Ages the various societies of Builders and Masons became Associations of Free Masons. Symbolic Freemasonry emerged as the heir of Craft Masonry. In those days, at the end of the Middle Ages, building became a source for the ideas of freedom, equality and brotherhood which spread through all the civilized countries of the world. On June 24, 1717, 250 years ago, four lodges met in London and decided to set up a Grand Lodge, which has been known ever since as the First Grand Lodge in history and the Mother of Grand Lodges. This Grand Lodge has developed and flourished. During its existence it has seen the emergence of Grand Lodges in different parts of the world, all aspiring to its own lofty purposes. Freemasons are now dispersed throughout the world, and their Grand Lodges now look to the Mother

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Grand Lodge, which they congratulate on the occasion of her festive celebrations upon completing 250 years since her foundation. The Grand Lodge of the State of Israel is particularly concerned with the celebration of the United Grand Lodge of England. First and foremost, the doctrines of Freemasonry which had their source in England were derived from the Holy Bible, which reflects the genius of the People of Israel and the climate of the Land of Israel. Second, the Grand Lodge of England played her part in the foundation of Masonic Lodges in this country while it was under the British Mandate, and even earlier. Her foundations, principles and ceremonies have had a great influence on Masonic work among us. l'urthermore, after the establishment of the State of Israel, it was largely thanks to the United Grand Lodge of England agreement that the Grand Lodge of the State of Israel was dedicated by the Grand Lodge of Scotland. We convey our felicitations to our oldest Sister on this august occasion; felicitations of true fraternity and genuine amity. May the rays of pure Masonic light spread in all lands until we sec the fulfillment of the prophecies of the coming of a better world, a world wherein "nations shall not bear sword against nation, neither shall they learn war anymore"; a world in which one nation wishes another peace and blessings, and where human brotherhood is the possession of every man because he is a man.

MOZART MICHIGAN: The Grand Master of Michigan, M.W. Bro. Percy H. '!\TilIiams, reported to his Grand Lodge on his attendance at program sponsored by Wayne State University at which they were privileged to hear the Masonic music of Mozatt, together with his Masonic opera, "The Magic Flute." MOZART'S MASONIC OPERA

On Sunday, May I, Mrs. Williams and I together with several other Grand Officers and their ladies and many Master Masons and their ladi~s attended a program in the Community Arts Auditorium at Wayne State University, where Madame Marguerite KOlenn Chajes presented a concert with annotations on Mozart and the Freemasons, 1784-1791. Part one consisted of Mozart's Masonic Instrumental music and the second part beautifully presented excerpts from Mozart's greatest Masonic opera, "The Magic Flute." The entire program was presented with great finesse and left the vast audience with an excellent idea as to the precepts which Freemasonry stands for. Madame Chajes stated in the course of her remarks that if the Freemasons had been permitted to conduct his final rites, he would not today be lying in an unmarked pauper's grave, but instead he would have been entombed with dignity in a vault which unquestionably would be to this very day a shrine. She said it was definitely unfortunate that no one knows just exactly where the great Mozart lies.

NEW LODGES-INCREASED MEMBERSHIP INDIANA: The report of the Committee on Lodge Development reported to the Grand Lodge of Indiana in part as follows: Specifically, the Grand Master set before this committee, the Grand Lodge of Indiana then meeting, and all of Indiana Freemasonry, the goal of "ten new lodges to be constituted during the sesquicentennial year and ten new lodges per year for the next decade."

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Quoting further from the Grand Master's address: "Brethren, think of the increased Masonic activity 100 new lodges will bring to our great state, and the widening sphere of Masonic influence those 100 new lodges will bring. "Each new lodge when fully organized will have 14 officers . . . a minimum of six committees of five members each. This is a total of 44 active Master Masons in each new lodge. If you do not have that number of Master Masons working, I would humbly suggest that you take a new look at the possibilities 44 active Master Masons will open up for your lodge. "When we constitute the ten new lodges in the sesquicentennial year we will add ten times 44, or 440 Master Masons, who were not active before. And then dream with me for a moment; In ten more years, with a total of 100 new lodges in Indiana~ we would have 4,400 additional active Master Masons. Dream a bit more and think of the ever-widening sphere of influence such additional Masonic activity will create, and of the many, many new petitions from worthy men who, inspired by that widening sphere of influence, will seek to become a part of our great Fraternity."

We agree most heartily that it is far more desirable to establish more lodges, rather than consolidate old ones. New lodges need not be large ones. Smaller lodges have much to recommend them, as opposed to large membership rosters. We need good lodges, not large lodges. RHODE ISLAND: The Grand Lodge of Rhode Island reported on its new lodge in Saudi Arabia: January 4, 1966, a request was made by a group of American Master Masons, now living and working in Saudi Arabia, for permission to form a lodge in Arabia. under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of Rhode Island. After much investigation by M.W. J. Stafford Allen, chairman, and his committee, and later consulting with the Past Grand Masters and the Grand Council, it was decided that this Grand Lodge should grant them permission to form Al Hasa Lodge, V.D., in Saudi Arabia. Reports reaching your Grand Master indicate that this new group is full of enthusiasm路 and they are proceeding in the hope of reaching full stature as a chartered lodge in this jurisdiction.

OBJECTION BY TELEPHONE NOT VALID INDIANA: The Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Indiana recommended and the Grand Lodge adopted the following clarification of "in person by word of mouth to the Worshipful Master." Such objection may be made privately to the Worshipful Master but the objection must be made in person by word of mouth to the Worshipful Master in his immediate presence, and not by telephone or other mechanical means excepting that an objection may be made by communication to the WorshipfUl Master in writing over the signature of the objector. A proper objection if received by the Worshipful Master prior to the initiation of the candidate shall then have the effect of a negative vote and shall be so recorded.

OLDEST FREEMASON NEW HAMPSHIRE: The world's oldest living Freemason was honored in the Grand Lodge of New Hampshire:

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The Grand Master requested M.W. Bro. Sherman DuPont Parsons, Honorary Past Grand Master and present Grand Steward of the M.W. Grand Lodge of New Hampshire, to rise and receive the applause of those present in Grand Lodge. M.W.Brother Parsons became the oldest Freemason in the world on March 17, 1966. He observed his l04th birthday on January 13, 1966, and has been a Master Mason for nearly 81 years.

PAST MASTER CARDS ILLINOIS: The Grand Lodge of Illinois prepared and sent to all lodges requesting them, sufficient "Past Master Cards" for all past masters in the jurisdiction. It appears to be the work of Grand Master Myron K. Lingle. In his address he comments of the success of the undertaking:

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ILLINOIS PAST MASTER CARD OUf Grand Secretary sent specimens to lodge secretaries with the request that the secretaries send him the numher of past masters to whom these cards could be presented. Of the 871 lodges in Illinois, 834 lodge secretaries ordered the necessary cards for past masters. Some lodges and many past masters have enclosed the cards with plastic lamination for their preservation. Recognition of their years of service is appreciated by the past masters of Illinois, as evidenced by the letters of thanks that I have received. I am hopeful that these "Past Master Cards" will be of assistance to them, particularly when visiting lodges and brethren in other communities.

PAY·AS·YOU·GO RHODE ISLAND: The Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Rhode Island proposed a type of pay-as-you-go plan for younger candidates. However, it was rejected by Grand Lodge.

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We have given extensive consideration to the Resolution providing for the installment payment of initiation fees. While the Resolution violates the fundamental Masonic philosophy of pay-as-you-go, it is in harmony with conventional practices of our times and may be well worthy of trial for the five-year period as proposed. We recommend the passage of the Resolution in somewhat modified fonn for purposes of clarification and propose that it be entered as Standing Order No Resolved: "That an applicant between the ages of 21 and 31 years for the first three degrees in Freemasonry may with the approval of the subordinate lodge accepting his application pay for the degrees in equal annual installments prorated over the number of years remaining before his 31st birthday. Members under this plan are subject to the same dues and assessments as all other members of the subordinate lodge. This Resolution shall become effective upon its adoption and shall continue for a period of路 five years after which it shall be referred automatically to the Standing Committee on Jurisprudence for review and such recommendation as it may deem appropriate."

PERMISSION DENIED NEW HAMPSHIRE: The Grand Master of New Hampshire refused permission or dispensation to: I. A Royal Arch Chapter to hold a Table Lodge, using only chapter officers. 2. A Square and Compass Club to confer a degree in a Vermont lodge on a Vermont candidate, because there was no way to determine the group's ritualistic ability. 3. A lodge to appear in full dress and jewels in a Labor Day Parade. 4. To Melha Temple Highlanders to exemplify a degree while in costume. 5. To the conferring of "The Ancient Order of Hen-Pecked Husbands," as a feature on a ladies night program. He said there is no time for this sort of levity.

PHILIPPINES The M.P. General Grand Master of the General Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters, International, Donald Dale Boudeman, was the guest speaker at the 50th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of the Philippines, held in Manila, April 27, 1966. In his address the General Grand Master said: Freemasonry had its origin in the yesterday of time in response to a demand of human nature for a community, or fraternity, wherein the welfare of a brother was to be a moving force. Members of Freemasonry, in the beginning, gathered together to seek mastery of their task on earth. They were busy men, as we are busy men. They sought to fulfill their responsibilities as members of the Craft. They desired to create a healthy and enlightened opinion which could be applied to the affairs of their communities, and the national life. They came into this fellowship of their own free will and accord, professing a trust in God, love for mankind, dedication to the advancement of their fellow men and, above all, service to their Maker. They did not choose an easy way, they chose the rugged road of duty, determined to make the world a better place for us and our children unto the end of time. They did not come this way because they had nothing else to do, nor are we here today because we have found too much time on our hands. By choice, as

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did our forebears, we come freely into the Masonic Order trusting the good faith and combined wisdom of our brothers. The glad hand of friendship and the tender heart of sympathy are always in our midst. Since the inception of Freemasonry, and throughout all ages of its existence, its ideals as a free institution have met challenge after challenge. Yet, under the watchful eyes of the Grand Architect of the Universe, Freemasonry has continued to flourish and to meet and overcome these challenges to its being.

The Grand Lodge of the Philippines broke fraternal relations with the Grand Lodge of France. The following was noted: DECEMBER

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1. The Board recommended to the Grand Master that he instruct the Committee on Correspondence to examine our fraternal relations with the Grand Lodge of France, which was then irregular because it had joined the clandestine Grand Orient of France which ordered the removal of the Holy Bible from the Altar.

PHYSICAL DISABILITY NORTH CAROLINA: The Grand Master of Masons in North Carolina comments on the "doctrine of the Perfect Youth." PHYSICAL DISABILITY

I have had the opportunity of seeing in person most of the peuuoners with some form of physical disability this year, and their problems have been very close to my heart. As I have told you in the district meetings, I feel that "it is the internal and not the external qualifications that make a man a good Mason." In waiving these disabilities I feel that I have done what the majority of my brethren would have me do. Then, too, I have seen several of these brethren since they became Master Masons and they have shown by word and deed that they are grateful for the opportunity of becoming members of our Craft. May it be God's will to continue to bless each of these, our brethren.

WASHINGTON: The Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Washington made a decision on the subject of physical perfection: Question: Can a lodge receive a petition from a man who has lost his right hand and right forearm and is fitted with an artificial device? Decision: (a) It is well established by Code and tradition in this Grand Lodge that the subordinate lodge and its Master shall determine the petitioner's physical qualifications, the sole test being whether he can conform "reasonably" to the requirements of the degrees. Tradition also suggests a liberal construction of the test. Many previous decisions limit the Grand Master to an advisory capacity in such matters. (b) I find no precedent specifically approving acceptance of a petition in this particular set of circumstances. However, my own inclination is that a petitioner fitted with a prosthetic device on his right arm and having full use of his left hand might be able to reasonably apprOXimate the requirements of the degrees, and that such reasonable approximation would permit some things normally done with the right hand to be performed with the left. (c) If this petition is accepted by the lodge, there is a further complication, inasmuch as the prosthetic device contains some metal, and the Master will have to determine whether or not it should be considered as "removable." As when similar decisions must be made involving hearing-aids, bridgework, heart-pacers, or other

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devices, I again subscribe to liberal interpretations so that the candidate's functions may not be impaired or his embarrassment unnecessarily increased. If the prosthetic device is necessary for him to comply with other requirements of the degrees, I think I would prefer to have the Senior Deacon be a little quicker in prompting the candidate with the customary reply.

THE PLACE OF FREEMASONRY IN SOCIETY The following is an excerpt from the address of M.W. Bro. W. L. Wright, when he was Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Canada in the Province of Ontario in 1956. We think it equally appropriate today. It is important for this Grand Lodge to keep before it the ideals for which Freemasonry has always stood, if we are to chart our course intelligently for the future. Masonry teaches the rules of morality. It incukates the doctrine of brotherhood. It stimulates compassion for the unfortunate and cements the ties of true friendship. Within the lodge room rank of birth means little, and power of Masonic research and zeal mean much. Men, who associated themselves with our Fraternity in the early days of this jurisdiction when the pioneer spirit was being unfolded, were insistent in promulgating those Masonic tenets and principles which have made this area a stable Masonic community. Entering upon a new century of Masonic endeavor, fresh emphasis must be placed upon those qualities of heart anI mind characteristic of true Masonry. Possibly our greatest danger of the present time is the possession of Masonic respectability. Commendable as it may appear to show an ever-increasing membership, more commodious temples, and substantial financial reserves, the main function of our being of making "good men and true" must never be obliterated. The counter attractions and interest of present day society are tampering with the constant attendance of the Mason at his lodge meetings. The increasing demands made upon Masons who hold varied responsible positions are prone to dilute his whole-hearted allegiance to the Craft. The insidious inroads of fascinating programmes on television tend to drain off the "search for truth" which should mark the true Mason in his pursuits. These internal, competitive forces are as great a challenge to Freemasons in our province as the external attacks of foreign philosophies upon our Order in other parts of the world. In a rapidly-changing social structure which surrounds us, complacency may become Masonry's deadliest foe. I do not desire to be an alarmist but I believe it to be one of the functions of a Grand Master to submit a reappraisal of those Ancient Landmarks which must never be undermined by our negligence, unworthiness and indifference. Every Mason in lodge, intent upon the assimilation of the truths imparted therein and prepared to exemplify these virtues in his personal and corporate life, is the resounding challenge to the Freemason. In one of the charges we are taught the duty we owe to our country. Here, again, internal Masonic sabotage may short-circuit our allegiance to our land. As a Mason and a citizen, one must exercise one's franchise as a voter. The Mason must exhibit the spirit of tolerance tmvards those with whom he may disagree.

He must, as an individual, possess the courage to stand up for justice where such is required in his community. He must above all possess a character beyond all reproach, if he desires to serve his fellow men in public office. In other words, we have a great responsibility in demonstrating that Freemasonry is a constructive force in all that is good. It behooves each individ-

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ual Mason in the lodges in our jurisdiction to be a fit and proper person discharging his duties as a citizen of this country. No matter how we may be criticized in belonging to a so-called secret society, at least we have the opportunity of being designated men of superior morals, above reproach, and making a definite contribution to the future of this country which needs increased morality as well as increased machines.

PREVENTION OF SUSPENSION FOR N.P.D. AND ENCOURAGEMENT OF RESTORATIONS OHIO: The Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Ohio certainly did his share of letter writing the past year. His report on the success of the undertaking to cut down on suspensions and encourage reinstatements is wonderful to say the least. This was a tremendous undertaking, my brethren. On February 28, 1966, 508 lodges gave us 5,280 names of brethren who had suspended themselves by failing to pay their dues. A personal letter was sent to each of these brethren by your Grand Master which resulted in 4,682 being reinstated by either paying their dues or having them remitted by their lodge before July 31. Of the 5,280, 598 were finally suspended for Non Payment of Dues from these 508 lodges. The balance of our suspensions in 1966 were by 168 lodges whose Secretaries overlooked answering our letters. Almost 50 per cent of our suspensions came from these 168 lodges. The reinstatements from lodges who sent in the names of brethren suspended during the last ten years proved very satisfactory. I received hundreds of letters that tell us so much about our membership-about our lodges. I am not going to take time to dwell upon it. We may make copies of these letters that you may see them. There were 302 more reinstatements in the year, a total of 712 for the year. There were only 308 lodges who participated. The balance failed to answer our letter. My brethren, we at no time want to act as a parent over any of our lodges. Our thought was to enrich and improve if we could and if you wanted our help. I am so happy that we had 308 that said, "Yes, we want help." And they profited by this. The program gave us a great deal of information about our lodges and members -why brethren allowed themselves to become suspended-and this is important. And the efforts expended by the lodges to keep the brethren from allowing themselves to become suspended-this is valuable information to this Grand Lodge. I have been informed (and I suppose it is all right to tell you this) by the Crown Prince that he is going to continue the program. The program was successful and I am grateful to the lodges that participated, the \Vorshipful Masters, secretaries, and committees. No program can be 100 per cent successful without the wholehearted support of all our lodges.

PROTOCOL Anyone who has served Freemasonry in even a minor office can recall embarrassing instances when the Craft found it necessary to depart from the strict word of the ritual. There are many among us who pride themselves, and righ.tly so, upon their knowledge of the ritual, but who become completely lost or confused when left to their own devices in the reception of

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distinguished members or grand officers. The routine they know well, but the fine points of protocol have never been set before them. This means, then, that we should devise some way to make the observance of proper Masonic protocol a part of our educational pattern. MONTANA: The Grand Lodge of Montana received a very fine report from its Committee on Masonic Protocol. Certain features of the report may not apply to every jurisdiction's needs, but in the main it does set forth guideposts that should put any presiding officer at ease on most occasions that would present themselves in the normal course of activity. REPORT OF COMMIlTEE ON MASONIC PROTOCOL

In their travels and visitations our Grand Lodge officers have observed many embarrassing situations confronting some officers, in the conduct of lodge meetings. In an effort to alleviate some of these situations and furnish a few guidelines, our Grand Master appointed a special interim committee to. study the matter of Masonic protocol and courtesy. The exigencies that may arise are too numerous and varied to suggest a proper course for every one. There are few Masonic amenities written or established by ancient custom which are applicable to all jurisdictions. Each jurisdiction is sovereign unto itself and Masonic courtesies vary from one to another. The Grand Lodge officers of other jurisdictions are entitled to all the courtesies and honors due those of our own and officers of equal rank are entitled to identical honors. Regardless of how the Grand Honors are given in other jurisdictions, give them as they are given here; either private or public as circumstances require. GRAND LODGE OFFICERS

One of the line officers is assigned to your district and must VISit your lodge at least once each year. He is required to attend a business meeting so he can be of the greatest assistance to you, but if his schedule permits he may also be available as a speaker for one of your major programs. Help your Grand Lodge officer to arrange his schedule of visitations by sending him the dates on which you would prefer him to visit, as early as possible in the new administrative year. By all means make use of your Grand Lodge officers. THE GRAND MASTER

The Grand Master's schedule of travel keeps him occupied practically full time. If you desire to have him visit your lodge, send your invitation, in writing, to his

office early in the administrative year so that he may prepare his schedule of visitations. Leave the choice of dates up to him, whenever possible. Remember that the number of lodges in the state and the many miles separating them make it almost impossible to attend every lodge. In some instances it would be feasible to get together with the neighboring lodges in the area or city, to give the Grand Master an opportunity to visit with as many lodges and brethren as possible, with a minimum amount of mileage and time. The presiding officer of a constituent lodge should be thoroughly familar with the correct names, title, rank, and honors due the Grand Lodge officers. These are readily ascertained from the Grand Lodge directory, code, and monitor. The formalities to be observed when visitations are made are detailed on page 178 of the Monitor. The footnote on page 80 of the Monitor explains the manner in which, and to whom, the Grand Honors are given. When about to receive the Grand Master and his officers, the courteous thing to do is to speak to the Grand Master before the meet-

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ing and give him an outline of your program. The officers should be received according to rank, beginning with those of lowest rank first, Appointive Grand Officers, Past Grand Masters, Elective Grand Officers, and finally the Grand Master. If foreign Grand Lodge officers are present they should be presented with those of comparative rank, except when a Grand Master of a foreign jurisdiction is present, or one deputized to represent him, then he should be received last, as the Grand Master, no doubt, will wish to receive and welcome him personally. ARRANGING TilE PROGRAM

Write early: 1.

Include details of meeting, such as time, place, date, theme of meeting, etc. Let the man know who he will be speaking to and why. Be sure to find out if the speaker charges a fee. If so, how much? 2. When acceptance is received, acknowledge immediately and request a biographical sketch and a picture for publicity purposes and introductory remarks. 3. Make sure you know the exact method and time of arrival, and if guest will require lodging for the night. 4. If guest is driving, be sure that detailed instructions are given of the location of the meeting. ti. Be certain that every possible detail is covered, to avoid embarrassment. B.

When arnvmg: Make hotel reservations in advance if overnight stay is necessary. 2. Someone should be on hand to meet the guest. 3. Give the speaker a chance to clean up, get some rest and study his notes prior to the speech, if possible. 4. If meeting is not a dinner meeting, take him to dinner. 5. Be available at all times prior to the meeting but do not be obtrusive. 1.

At the meeting: 1.

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After the meeting: 1.

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Before the head table guests are seated, at a dinner meeting, give them a chance to be introduced to one another. Grand Lodge officers like to meet as many members as time permits, both before and after the meeting. Introductions should be factual, to the point, and sincere. They should not be flowery or lengthy. Thought should be given to the introduction of the Grand Master, keeping in mind that this too, can be overdone, and it is not necessary to enumerate all his virtues and titles.

Thank your guest, and let him know that his talk was appreciated. Escort him to his train Or plane. Be sure to write your guest a thank-you letter. Thank him for his contribution of time and make him feel that he will be welcome back at any time. Send him a copy of any news releases and pictures. Expenses:

Most of your guests are making great personal contributions of time and usually money, because of a limited budget. Whenever possible you may want to defray their expenses. Do it privately and without ostentation. It is not necessary to ascertain the exact amount.

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THE HEAD TABLE

Careful attention should be given to the seating and arrangements for the head table. The physical arrangements for the head tables are subject only to the number of people needed to be seated there and the space limitations imposed by the location. Seating arrangements have, on the other hand, certain general rules that should be followed. Physical arrangements:

A. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

General rules for seating (facing audience)

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2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. C.

Do not crowd people at the head table-better to use two or three tables than to crowd head table guests. Tables should be attractively decorated. Place cards should always be used. If public address system is needed it should be checked in advance. Make sure a lectern is available if needed. The United States Flag and, where appropriate, the Canadian Flag should be displayed to the speaker's right. Food service should be fast and head table served first.

Guest speaker to the immediate right of lectern. Master of Ceremonies to the immediate left of lectern. Highest ranking Masonic officer to the speaker's immediate right. Highest ranking non-Masonic official, other than guest speaker, to the immediate left of the Master of Ceremonies (Mayor, Governor, Senator, etc.). Seat men of equal rank at approximately equal distance from the lectern to the left and right. Wives are seated to the right of their husbands, except the wife of the Master of Ceremonies, who shall be seated to his left. If meeting is formal and dressy in nature, line up head table personnel off stage and seat them "en Masse." Notify people to be seated at the head table well in advance and indicate dress if other than normal. Introductions:

Care should be given to the introductions of guests and important personages. All introductions should be brief, factual and to the point. The keynote should be sincerity. Make sure, too, that your introduction of the speaker makes him feel welcome and lets him know that his time spent to appear before the group is appreciated. Head table guests should be formally introduced to the audience; those not having a speaking part, at the start of the program, and the participating guests, as they are called upon to speak. It is important, however, that each be notified in advance that they will be called upon. Courtesy requires even those being called upon in the banquet room be given advance notice. Make certain to have correct names and background for each head table guest and the exact location of his seat at the head table in relation to the speaker's stand. Do not put off preparations of introductory details until the last moment.

PUBLIC APPEARANCES NEW YORK: The following amendment was adopted by the Grand Lodge of New York: The Worshipful Master of a lodge, or the District Deputy Grand Master of a

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District may, only on dispensation granted by the Grand Master, permit the brethren of his lodge or district to wear Masonic clothing and insignia in a dignified manner, in public demonstrations or occasions of a civic, historic or patriotic nature sanctioned by municipal or other governmental authority. A request for the granting of such permission shall be made in writing to the Grand Master at least 30 days prior to the event, accompanied by full details and information of the occasion.

The Grand Lodge also permits for the first time public installation of officers. The Grand Lecturer said of this ceremony: By action of the Grand Lodge in May of 1965, public installations of lodge officers were made permissible, and some lodges have already taken advantage of this permission with varying degrees of success. Such installations must be carried out in accordance with a ceremonial booklet which is available through the Grand Secretary's office. This booklet describes the directions to be followed and the language to be used, with specific references to sections of our Grand Lodge Monitor. Public installations, as well as Masonic funeral services, must be conducted in such a manner that the public is favorably impressed with Masonry. The opposite effect will result where the ceremony is poorly handled.

PUBLICATIONS INDIANA: The Board of Publications of the Grand Lodge of Indiana made a very complete report of its activities the past year. It contained what the Board considered "Minimum Standards for Publications," which we reproduce: 1. 2.

Publications must be approved by the Grand Master upon recommendation of the Board of Publications. (S.R. 55.120, section 5.) Publications should strive to be a credit to Masonry, continually working toward improving our communications with our members and increasing interest, thus strengthening our Fraternity. Publications should contain: a. Articles pertaining to lodge actIvItIes. (This should be given first priority.) b. Articles concerning Grand Lodge activities and projects (such as the "Tenfor-Ten" program and other features of the "Decade Devoted to Freemasonry" program.) c. Good and wholesome instruction. (Inspirational and informational messages, such as a message from the W.M., Secretary's corner, text of a Masonic speech, etc.) d. News about individual members which brings credit to themselves and honor to the Fraternity. e. Pictures as much as possible. ÂŁ. Authentic information about Masonry. (Help eliminate the spreading of stories which cannot be verified.) Publications should not contain: a. Anything pertaining to the suspension or expulsion of members. b. Notices giving the names of individuals to be voted upon or to receive degrees. c. Any solicitation of other lodges or individual members of the Fraternity for any purpose whatever, except its own members for its own legitimate Masonic purposes or for such purposes as may be authorized or officially sponsored by the Grand Lodge.

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The words "Mason," "Masonic," or any other word associated with Freemasonry must not be used in advertising, nor can Masonic emblems be used. Advertisements must not contain direct or indirect appeal to Masons to do business with other Masons. Liquor advertising, political advertising, advertising promoting any lottery or game of chance are forbidden. (Advertisements of taverns and liquor stores are taboo!) Anything containing veiled reference to ritualistic ceremonies, nor any kind of parody on the ceremonies. Any solicitation or the encouragement of solicitation of petitions for Symbolic Lodge membership. Any opinions on political or religious questions.

PENNSYLVANIA: The following enlightening information comes to us about the publication of the Pennsylvania Freemason. How many brethren have any conception of the work involved in the publication of a single issue? A few statistics will relate the scope of this particular phase of our over-all program. At addressing and mailing time the 253,000 copies of The Pennsylvania Freemason will require five full days of addressing and sorting and sacking. Nearly 600 mail sacks are required to prepare each issue for mailing. Following each mailing, we can expect between 2,500 and 3,000 copies to be returned due to having the wrong address imprinted on the panel. Each of these Postal Returns have a Postage Due rate of ten cents. So you can sec what happens when we are not provided with the correct addresses prior to each mailing. You must have the correct address on Second Class matter. The postman will write the fonvarding address on the Postal Return, if he knows it, so we do have a way of recovering some of the names and addresses. However, these Members do not receive that particular issue of The Pennsylvania Freemason. We estimate that between 3,500 and 4,000 Pennsylvania Masons fail to receive a copy of each issue. This is caused by two reasons. First, the member neglects to notify his lodge secretary of a change of address. And, second, some of the lodge secretaries just refuse to cooperate in processing regular report forms, designed to help us keep our rather large mailing list current and accurate. The cost for mailing each issue of The Pennsylvania Freemason runs about $525. And we have paid as much as $300 on occasion for the Postal Returns. During the past year, 29,000 names and addresses have been processed by the Staff at the Distribution Office, an average of over 7,000 (or each issue. Most of these are changes of addresses and the remainder are new members reported by the lodge secretaries. The excellent cooperation we have been receiving from most of the lodge secretaries is keeping our general mailing list from shrinking too much, even though it has falIen off gradually over the past five years. Many of the lodge secretaries have been providing our staff with a new set of current 3 x 5 cards whereby we can check them against our file and make any adjustments necessary. The lodge secretary and his regular reports is the key factor in maintaining this general mailing list. For the past year we have been "ZIP-Code Conscious." With the new Postal Regulation, requiring Second Class mail to be ZIP Coded by January 1967, we have been hard at work getting our general mailing list in order to conform to this new regulation. We have had the pleasure of a few visits by Postal Inspectors and, on two occasions, have met with Regional Postal Authorities, relative to the many ZIP Code problems. In each case, we have been encouraged at the acceptance of our system and procedures.

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PUBLIC RELATIONS AND PUBLICITY SOUTH DAKOTA: The Committee on Publicity and Public Relations reported to the Grand Lodge of South Dakota in part as follows: While the seriousness of our fraternal problem is little understood by our路 general membership because of a lack of previous information, we found a great deal of enthusiasm for our program when it was brought to their attention. Wherever we spoke we were followed by response from those in attendance expressing their ideas on what they thought could be done to improve our Masonic image. While most were reluctant to speak openly and freely during the meetings, many came to us personally to express their ideas. Out of personal contacts has grown two recommendations that have already been put into force by the Grand Master. 1. We had a publicity formula prepared within our landmarks, Constitution, and By-Laws, by two Masonic brothers who are reporters. This formula can be used in either writing or giving oral interviews. Each Master is asked to appoint a public relations chairman. 2. We decided that if we were to learn the true reasons for dropouts, we must hear the reasons directly from those involved. So we prepared a list of 21 pertinent questions, asking each Master to appoint an investigating committee known only to himself to interview these problem people. The investigators give their Masonic word to whom they talk, the dropouts name will not be made known. We are only after a sentiments survey and not a personality trap. The questions will be a guide for the committee. Our first group meeting was held at Pierre, February 12, under the auspices of the M.W. Grand Master Robert Benton. It was attended from over the state by leaders representing the Consistory, York Rite, and the Shrine, as well as several present and past Grand Officers. Each brother spoke on the problem and many fine suggestions were made for increasing attendance, that we will pass on in our talks to constituent lodges. But it appeared to us that none reached the deeper causes that we believe exists among the dropouts, who are outside of our authority and cannot be reached through the customary channels. That is our reason for going directly to these problem people. We expect it will take several years to complete this survey. We have found a great hunger among the members, including ourselves, for a more thorough knowledge and explanation of Symbolic Masonry. It is my personal opinion that it is almost an overwhelming situation to most candidates when we attempt to crowd the lifetime of man into three nights of ritual, without educating the candidate before and following each degree. We expect him to learn by rote a catechism of his experiences, that is little understood and foreign to his everyday life. It may be that more pre- and post-education of the candidate would slow up some of the dropout problem. We sincerely recommend this for your consideration.

PUBLIC SCHOOLS CALIFORNIA: The Grand Lodge of California made an important decision in the adoption of the following resolution relative to the discussion of public school affairs: Statewide public schools welfare is a proper subject for discussion in lodges, as well as the subject of school bonds and school taxes; provided however, that no

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action may be taken by any lodge to endorse, approve or disapprove any candidate, bond or tax issue. FLORIDA: The Grand Lodge of Florida received the report of its Public Schools Committee with the clear understanding that the committee believed it had fallen short of its goal. In part the committee said: In many instances there is a lack of sympathetic communication between parents, public school authorities, and the general public. This absence of communication has resulted in the failure of certain members of each group to understand the problems and goals of the others. Consequently, there is an apparent lack of interest and understanding. In planning its program for the past year, your Public Schools Committee corresponded with over 300 public schools' officials. As a result of this correspondence, an extensive list of current problems was compiled, analyzed, and classified. The committee concluded its report with the following recommendations: 1. That the concept which was developed this year be continued and further implemented. 2. That each District Deputy Grand Master be urged specifically to designate competent personnel to develop this forum concept in connection with the program of each particular lodge. If necessary, non-members should be interested in promoting such activities under the guidance of the lodge. 3. That chapters of DeMolay and the Order of the Rainbow be urged to concern themselves with local problems of public education. 4. That the Committee on Public Schools be charged with the specific responsibility of maintaining an active liaison with the state legislature, the Superintendent of Public Instruction, and with the Florida Education Association so that the Grand Master will be fuUy informed regarding any proposed legislation or administrative activity which is properly of concern to the Grand Lodge. KANSAS: The Committee on Public Schools reported at length to the Grand Lodge of Kansas. In part it said: We were aware of the fact there had been no statewide essay contests for the past two years but felt there was a place for such an activity in the total program of this phase of the Grand Lodge of Kansas particularly because of our concern for and interest in the growth and development of the young people of our state and nation. There were $1,200 in scholarships with a first prize of $300, a second prize of $200 and a third prize of $100 to each boy and girl winner of the state. Due to the fact we had not had a statewide contest for these two years and a change in policy of the Kansas State High School Activities Association we sought the cooperation and effort of local lodges in the carrying out of this part of the overall program. We feel this is where much of the responsibility should be for it is the Master's duty to appoint a Public Schools Committee and it is also his duty to see that the committee functions. The committee continued with a list of honorees in the essay contest, and made the following recommendations to the Grand Lodge: The Grand Lodge Committee on PUblic Schools recommends the continuance of the twofold program consisting of an Essay Contest stressing some aspect of our public school system and the American Heritage-Public Schools Month emphasizing this great heritage. With increased publicity and promotion at the local lodge level along with the continued guidance and leadership at the Grand

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Lodge level plus cooperation and acceptance from the Kansas State Teachers Association, the Kansas State School Boards Association, the Kansas Congress of Parents and Teachers Association and the State Department of Public Instruction this activity can grow to immense proportions and prove to the state and nation that Masonry is a bulwark for our way of life which can be preserved through the public schools with proper support and acceptance. To carry out such a program efficiently we recommend that effective June 1, 1966 and on the same date each subsequent year the Master of each subordinate lodge of this Grand Jurisdiction in consultation with the Senior Warden appoint a Committee on Public Schools for a term of one year. This would coincide with the school year and provide for the opportunity of continuity at the local level to carry out the twofold program which is badly needed. The committee further recommends some degree of continuity on the membership of the Grand Lodge Committee and/or that a portfolio be kept for the use of each succeeding committee. The committee suggests the consideration of the preparation of some general guide lines to assist local judges in the selection of the winning essays as well as a biography of materials for the local school and Masonic libraries. The committee urges the local lodge committees to report any activity, including numbers participating and other pertinent data, to the Grand Lodge Office. This would assist greatly in the evaluation of our total program.

OHIO: The Grand Lodge of Ohio participates in a scholarship program: Four years ago, the Grand Lodge of Ohio appointed a Scholarship Committee and charged it with the responsibility of devising a plan to reward a limited number of deserving young students enrolled in colleges, universities, and theological seminaries. At the same time, $10,000 was appropriated for the furtherance of the program which the committee was to develop. The original committee developed what has since become known as the Scholarship Plan of the Grand Lodge of Ohio. In essence, over the past four years, 25 scholarships in the amount of $400 each have been awarded each year, on the basis of scholarship and merit, to 25 young men and women enrolled in selected Ohio colleges, universities, and theological seminaries. During each year this program has been in existence, the Ohio Council of Deliberation of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite for the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction has contributed an additional $400 to the committee, making it possible to award a total of 26 $400 scholarships. The present year marks the fourth year this plan has been in successful operation; it also marks the fourth year that the Ohio Council of Deliberation has generously supported this program with a contribution of $400. Feeling that the colleges, universities, and seminaries were better qualified than the committee to select the deserving scholars, the awarding of the scholarships has always been left entirely to the discretion of the scholarship boards of the institutions.

OREGON: The Committee on Public Schools reported to the Grand Lodge of Oregon on the subject of lodge contacts for positive action in the public schools: Each lodge should have at least one positive action program during the year in promotion and support for our pUblic schools. Such a program could be anyone of the following, and in so far as practical these programs should be held during "Public School Week," April 24-30, 1966. a. Teacher appreciation., Teachers with many successful years of teaching experience should be publicly honored. Some lodges have honored all with 25 or more years service, while some have selected a "teacher of the year."

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b. Teacher retirements. In some communities it would be desirable to honor all retiring teachers at a public function. c. Eighth grade program. This program has been successful in some lodges for many years. Bring all of the eighth grade students to the lodge, give them a brief description of all Masonic organizations, have a short entertainment program and feed them. d. School visitation. Encourage all lodge members to visit their schools at any time, particularly those brethren that have not been in a school for many years. In preparation for "Public School Week" contact the schools and ask that they be prepared to receive extra visitors during the week. e. Personal contacts. It is also suggested that the committee or part of it visit the school, become acquainted with the principal, find out his problems, and offer the help of the committee and the lodge. If there is more than one school in your area, divide the committee between them. If there is more than one lodge in a school district, get together and assign part of the schools to each lodge. Attend school board meetings, especially when they are having discussions on curriculum. f. Bring the school to the lodge. There are many new teaching techniques. Find out from your local school what they have that is new and ask them to bring a demonstration team to the lodge. Bring choruses or other features to your lodge. g. Scholarships. Some lodges have already started a scholarship program. They may be for teacher education only or for whatever your community needs. An outline of how to start a scholarship is available (see page 108, G. L. Proceedings 1964). h. Dean's Fund. Lodges located near a college or University could start a Dean's Fund or several lodges may cooperate on this project. A description of this project and an outline of how to start is available (see page 107, G. L. Proceedings 1964). i. Contests. In small communities where lodge resources may be limited, oratorical, essay, spelling-bee, or similar contests might be held. j. Open house. Encourage local schools to hold open house during "Public School Week." This is an opportunity to show off their accomplishments. The lodge should lend assistance to these and be sure that all Masons visit the schools during these occasions.

RAFFLES MARYLAND: The Grand Master of Maryland ruled that notwithstanding any new laws passed by the Maryland Legislature, gambling was not permitted under the banner of Masonry: Brother Robert L. Horstman, Scribe of Algonquin Forest No. 140, Tall Cedars of Lebanon, in a letter to our R.W. Grand Secretary, requested a ruling from the Grand Master of Maryland on whether public raffles could now be conducted by organizations with Masonic affiliation due to a change in the law governing such games of chance. After quoting verbatim Standing Order and Resolution No. 26, I ruled that: Notwithstanding the provisions of the legislation reportedly passed at the last Legislative Session of the Maryland Assembly, Standing Order and Resolution No. 26 stilI governs Masonic entities whose membership is predicated upon Masonry and its morals.

RETIREMENT OKLAHOMA: Despite the recommendation for disapproval by the Jurisprudence Committee the Grand Lodge of Oklahoma adopted the following recommendation of the Grand Master:

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Observation and knowledge of circumstances occurring in the past several years, lead to the following recommendation. I recommend that all present and futme salaried officers or employees of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge either elected or appointed, shall automatically be retired from service at the first annual communication of the Most 'Worshipful Grand Lodge after he or she reaches 70 years of age. This also applies if he or she be now of the age of 70 years or more. Provided, however, that upon the written approval and request of the M.W. Grand Master, and the R.W. Senior and Junior Grand Wardens, the M.W. Grand Lodge may, by a majority vote, extend the time of services of any such officer or employee for not to exceed one year at a time.

TENNESSEE: The Grand Lodge of Tennessee, on recommendation of the Jurisprudence Committee revised its retirement plan for employees: 'We have considered the resolution to amend Item 11, sections ('c') and ('d') page 20 of the Code dealing with "The Employee's Retirement Fund" and recommend that they be amended to read as follows: "Section C: Any salaried employee of the Grand Lodge who has reached the age of 65 years and who has either devoted his full time of employment to this Grand Lodge or shared it with one or more other Grand Masonic Bodies of Tennessee, for a period of not less than ten years, may be permanently retired at his own request, after having given at least 60 days notice of his intent to the Grand Master, or by ordcr of the Retirement Board after due notice to the employee." "Section D: Such employee retiring by virtue of age shall be paid an annuity of 2~ per cent of his highest average annual salary as computed over any five-year period of consecutive service, multiplied by the number of years service, but not to exceed 50 per cent of his highest average annual salary."

RETIREMENT HOMES NEW' JERSEY: The Special Committee on Retirement Homes reported to the Grand Lodge of New Jersey as follows: In accordance with the authority granted at the last Annual Communication of our Grand Lodge, the Special Committee on Retircmcnt Homes has canvassed the mcmbers of the Grand Lodge as to their interest in the establishment and operation of a Masonic Retirement Home under the sponsorship of our Grand Lodge. As authorized by M.W. Walter W. Smith, Grand Master, the questionnaires were distributed to the members of Grand Lodge through the secretaries of the lodges. Of the approximately 9,400 questionnaires sent to the secretaries more than 4,700, or about 50 per cent, were returned. Approximately two-thirds of the vote cast indicated an interest in living in an apartment in a retirement home sponsored by our Grand Lodge, if the location and the charges were acceptable. This vote was fairly evenly divided among those who would be interested in such a project within (a) the next five years, (b) five to ten years hence, and (c) more than ten years hence, with some preference for the latter. Garden apartments were approximately a seven to one favorite over multi-story or "high-rise" buildings. With regard to ownership or rental of an apartment, the vote was roughly two to one in favor of renting. On behalf of our Grand Lodge, this committee extcnds its thanks to the secretaries of the lodges for their prompt and efficient cooperation, and to the members of our Grand Lodge for their unusually fine response. We accordingly submit: Recommendation No. I: That the Special Committee on Retiremcnt Homes be authorized to prepare

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a tentative proposal for the establishment and operation of a Masonic Retirement Home under the sponsorship of our Grand Lodge, in such detail and with such specific provisions as may be feasible under the circumstances; all without incurring any obligations or liabilities on behalf of our Grand Lodge. Recommendation No.2: That the Special Committee on Retirement Homes submit a report relating to such tentative proposal at the next Annual Communication of this Grand Lodge. Recommendation No.3: That the Special Committee on Retirement Homes be authorized to incur expenses in an amount not to exceed $2,000, with the approval of the M.W. Grand Master.

RITUAL ARIZONA: Since 1882 the Grand Lodge of Arizona has required the Worshipful Master: "To confer all degrees in strict accordance with the ritual which has been, or may hereafter be ordained by the Grand Lodge." Also, the Worshipful Master has been required: "To give, in full, the lectures appertaining to each degree at the time it is conferred in accordance with such ritual." Believing that this was far too restrictive on them to properly attract the caliber of men desired to serve as masters of lodges, the Grand Lodge amended these sections so that the master was required only "to s\lperintend the conferring, etc." The Worshipful Masters are required to pass proficiency examinations in certain phases of the work of the office, and the following was adopted: "It shall be his duty to require the Deputy Grand Lecturers to examine all Masters elect in regard to their proficiency in the requirements of the office of Master and to grant certificates to such Masters as are found proficient."

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA: The following was contained in the report of the Committee on Work and Lectures to the Grand Lodge of the District of Columbia, and had reference to the Actual Past Master Degree: The Committee assisted the Grand Lecturer in the conferring of the' Past Master's Degree on Masters-elect in emergent Lodges of Actual Past Masters convened by direction of the Grand Master.

The committee also reported an optional ritualistic performance by an officer of a lodge during a portion of the opening ceremony. It is our considered opinion that optional work seldom advances the cause of good ritualistic practice. The committee said: In as much as the practice of standing or kneeling when arranging or displacing The Great Lights is a matter of personal preference, your Committee unanimously recommends that the act of standing or kneeling be at the option of the individual performing that duty.

MISSISSIPPI: A special committee appointed to report on the desirability of having a full time Grand Lecturer, reported as follows: It is our considered opinion that to change to a full-time Grand Lecturer is not only unnecessary but also unfeasible.

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It is also the opinion of this committee that to create the office of a full-time Grand Lecturer would professionalize this important part of our Masonic work.

INDIANA: While not ritual, the following is so closely related that we decided to place it in that category. The Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Indiana caused to be prepared, printed and distributed to all lodges in his jurisdiction a "Message from the Grand Master," entitled, "The Sublime Degree." It was to be read in each lodge immediately prior to the conferring of the Master Mason Degree. We think it especially appropriate and reprint it here. THE SUBLIME DEGREE

(To be read by the W.M. presiding in the East immediately after the candidate is conducted out ot the lodge room at the conclusion of the first section of the Master Mason degree.) My Brethren, you are about to witness the raising of a Brother to the Sublime Degree of a Master Mason. The drama of the second section of this degree is rich in beautiful symbolism. It is indeed the impressive climax of the Brother's progress in Freemasonry. As the important lesson of the immortality of the soul is unfolded in ritual of the degree, there must be no levity in the lodge room. This is a solemn, serious ceremony, and it is imperative that the highest level of dignity and decorum prevail while the work is being conferred. You must remember that, for this section of the Master Mason degree, the Temple is supposed to be silent and unoccupied. There must be no whispering, no laughing, no scuffling or stomping of feet. Only the participants in the drama are to speak, and they have been instructed not to use any gestures or facial expressions that might induce levity. What you are about to witness may well be one of the richest experiences in a man's life. We ask your full cooperation in helping to impress upon the Brother's mind the beautiful symbolism and the dignified solemnity of this occasion.

Two other matters of interest came before the Grand Lodge of Indiana pertaining to ritualistic matters. One was recommended by the Grand Master and presented by the Ritual Committee to the Grand Lodge, which adopted it. It read as follows: That a study commission be created for the purpose of holding hearings to determine to what extent the Actual Past Master Degree has deteriorated into a hazing session and to make a recommendation to this Grand Lodge in 1967. The Committee moves the adoption of this recommendation as amended.

The second was handled in exactly the same manner and adopted by Grand Lodge. The Ritual Committee proposed: That a study commission be appointed to review the rituals being used in this Grand Jurisdiction with a view to incorporating in them the very latest methods of teaching and motivation as well as the newest ideas for capturing the minds of men.

This is yet another ritualistic amendment of interest in Indiana:

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SECOND LECTURE, FELLOW CRAFT DEGREE

To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge: The undersigned officers of the Grand Lodge hereby submit the following resolution with respect to the ritual of the Fellow Craft degree as presently conferred in this Jurisdiction: WHEREAS, The so-called second lecture of this ritual is for the most part a repetition of the second section of the Fellow Craft degree, we respectfully submit the following resolution: Resolved, That the so-called second lecture of the Fellow Craft degree shall now and henceforth be considered an optional part of the required ceremony for the Fellow Craft degree in this Jurisdiction.

MONTANA: The Committee on Work, reporting on a recommendation of the Grand Master each lodge should open and close on the E.A. and the F.C. degrees at least once a year, said: Your Committee on Work would like to add some of our thoughts to further interest in Masonry by our E.A. Masons and our F.C. Masons, we wish you would consider this option. When all business of the lodge is completed and there are E.A. and F.C. degrees to confer, the Master of the lodge closes the lodge of Master Masons and opens a lodge of E.A. or F.C. He then confers the E.A. or F.C. degree and closes on the same degree in long form. This gives the candidate some further Masonic education and the feeling that he belongs to the lodge and is a Mason. Do you remember the time you became an E.A. and after the degree, were turned over to the Tyler? You wondered a bit about the Masonic Lodge, did you not?

WISCONSIN: The following was adopted by the Grand Lodge of Wisconsin: Upon passing such an examination he shall be entitled to receive a certificate of proficiency in testimony thereof with the seal of the lodge thereto affixed and signed by the Worshipful Master and secretary of his lodge.

And, the following was also adopted: DOCUMENTARY EVIDENCE FOR VISITATION

"Section 1. Requirement. "The sole requirement for admission to a lodge shall be presentation by the visitor seeking admission of a current official uniform receipt card for dues or other current dues card from the Grand Jurisdiction of which the visitor is a member and such evidence as may be satisfactory to the Worshipful Master."

And, the following pertaining to the use of robes or costumes in the degrees: "Section 5. Use of costumes permitted under special dispensation. "The use of robes, costumes, stage settings and stage paraphernalia in conferring the degrees is strictly forbidden, except under special dispensation of the Grand Master."

YORK GRAND LODGE OF MEXICO: M.W. Grand Master Alexander G. Wygard, spoke of ritualistic matters in his Grand Lodge in part as follows: The question of Penalties in our Obligations. You are aware of the "permissive"

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change adopted by the United Grand Lodge of England at its Quarterly Communications in December 1964 and also the changes introduced by some other Grand Lodges. I want to draw your attention to a thorough study of the subject in the Ars Quatuor Coronatorum, Volume LXXVII for the year 1964. Whether the papers delivered in the Quatuor Coronati Lodge No. 2076 had any bearing on the decision of the Mother Grand Lodge of the Masonic World, of course, I cannot say. I think you will be interested to listen to the concluding comments in the remarkable paper on the subject of Masonic Penalties given by Bro. J. R. Rylands, P.G.D., on January 3, 1964: "In conclusion, may I ask that we remind ourselves, often, that this Freemasonry of ours is a living and a growing thing. In the two-and-a-half centuries which have elapsed since it began to be formalized there have been many changes, wider in extent than most of us realize. There are very few things which have not been altered from time to time-words, signs and tokens have been changed and interchanged, and there is not absolute uniformity even today. There are, at all events in my view, but two-and no more-solid rocks on which our Freemasonry is based. DEGREE A SECOND TIME

NEVADA: As to whether or not a candidate may have the Entered Apprentice degree conferred upon him a second time, the Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Nevada ruled: An Entered Apprentice is a Mason and a Peer, and as such cannot be initiated a second time. although he may feel that the degree is necessary for instruction since 16 years have elapsed. For instruction, the Master may assign an Instructor, or the candidate may attend an Entered Apprentice Lodge....

SCHOLARSHIPS COLORADO: The Scholarship Committee reported in part to the Grand Lodge of Colorado as follows: We found that in this time and day there are more grants, more loans, more scholarships, and more foundations available to the graduating students than at any time in the history of the United States. Therefore, it would appear, perhaps we would be spinning our wheels at the present. However, we found that a good many of the scholarships are almost in name only, that is, the amount of money available hardly pays for the books, or the amount of money is for books and fees, and no funds are available for the necessary living expenses. We had a feeling that perhaps we might fill a need. If we could take a look at our funds each year and find students, worthy, eligible students, and not only provide the necessary funds to pay their fees and books, but also living expensesthen perhaps we could serve a purpose. Speaking with educators at upper levels, We found another great area. They suggested that in this modern time it is necessary for teachers at all levels to continue their formal education, or suffer the possibilities of being passed over for better paying jobs and improve themselves in the educational field. They urged that we consider grants for persons who wished to take summer work, or even work toward their Master or Doctorate Degree. This suggestion has some appeal since in reality it is the teacher who moulds the future leaders of our world. Our committee definitely determined that our program would be merely "another program in name only" if we did not go further than most of the so called

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scholarship programs. We decided we should provide funds to not only take care of fees, tuition and books, but also room and board and nominal traveling and personal expenses under certain circumstances. We then held meetings with the Trustees of the Colorado Masons Benevolent Funds Association, and our Jurisprudence Committee to determine if this philosophy was in keeping with the intent of the donor, in compliance with all federal and state tax laws, and in accordance with our Book of Constitution. They approved of our plan and drafted the amendments which we are now voting on. If you approve the amendments, We will proceed in the following manner: A very simple application form will be developed and will be sent to the master of each lodge in our Grand Lodge. The masters, or designated representatives will then make immediate contact with the principals to outline the nature of the scholarship and request his or her assistance in obtaining applicants. The instructions from the Grand Lodge will be expliCit as to procedure. The local lodge will be the last agency to see the application and supporting data, and will then send it directly to our Committee for awarding. Each applicant will be screened as to scholastic ability, financial need, and personal reasons for needing financial help. They must be a graduate of a public school in Colorado and desirous of attending an institution of higher learning in the State of Colorado. They will be eligible to continue their higher education so long as they qualify, and must make application for the next year's funds by a specific date.

SECRET ORDER IS GOOD ARKANSAS: The following was offered by M.W. Bro. Frank A. Smith, and concluded with a number of recommendations for dispensing charity, the future of the Grand Lodge quarters and the raising of funds to support the suggestions. The Hopi Indian people have a primeval mystery of ritual and this year a priest of the Snake Clan made defense of it in these words: "A secret order is for the benefit of the whole world, that it may call the whole world its children, that the whole world may call it Father, and not for the exclusive benefit of a few men who belong to it. Privileges are the property of its members. If they become known to the world, they would cease to be secret, the Order would be destroyed and its benefit to the world pass away." Brethren, looking at our financial figures I see that we are of considerable benefit to ourselves. We spend money liberally on mileage and per diem and on services to our lodges. It is ,vith considerable regret that I must say to you that we are of little benefit to the world, in recent years. On a gross income of over $115,000 we didn't even tithel We spent just at $8,610.13 on others. It is not casy to spend money wisely on charity; oh, yes, you can give it away as does government, but we cannot do that. Nevertheless, I submit to you that we are not doing the work of charity for which Masonry is of old known. By the way, we spent $820.68 on guests last year BUT only $71.13 on our three youth organizations. Brethren, something is wrongt We have no scholarship fund; we only administer the Hall Fund, it is not ours, it was the gift of a wise and generous Mason. Even the teenage girls of the Rainbow outdo us in the field and they gave two scholarships this year. I find that the Scottish Rite, the Eastern Star, the Shrine, and others all have a "cause," a place of pride in their life, and we make no provision whatever for a lasting continuing program of good to others. Brethren, I hope I am your conscience and I hope that I am hurting you.

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CALIFORNIA: W. Bro. Warren J. Blomseth, Grand Orator of the Grand Lodge of California, delivered an inspiring and thought provoking message entitled, "There Is No Rest for a Messenger Till the Message Is Delivered." In it he delivers four messages, one to each point of the compass. The first message he directs toward the Cardinal Point East, and entitles, "A Society With Secrets." We do not wish to cast aside the other three points, but think this one is especially worthy of repeating here. THE FIRST MESSACE--THE CARDINAL POINT EAST A SOCIETY WITH SECRETS

One of the major problems of our Fraternity since its inception has been how best to erase from the mind of the general public the idea that Freemasonry is a secret society. Our great and beloved Fraternity was never designed to be in any sense a secret organization. Taken to the extreme, to emphasize this very point, an American patriot, writer, diplomat, signer of the Declaration of Independence, and a Past Grand Master of Pennsylvania, W. Bro. Benjamin Franklin, stated in one of his publications (just prior to his acceptance into the craft) that Masonry's, "Grand Secret is that they have no Secret at all." Certainly if this statement were true for the profane in Franklin's day, 225 years ago, there is even less about the Masonic Fraternity today that is "secret." Witness our well marked halls and temples (this debt-free California Masonic Memorial Temple, in particular); our lapel pins; our rings; our announcements in the press; our numerous public ceremonies; our magnificent homes at Union City and Covina (which inform the world that the Fraternity is ever mindful of the needs of those less fortunate); and finally, the thousands-upon-thousands of volumes of books, stories, and articles (favorable and unfavorable) written upon every aspect of Freemasonry and which can be found in every book store and library in the free world. Obviously, what our good Bro. Ben Franklin had in mind. and rightly so, was to confirm that Masonry's membership, time and place of meeting, activities, purpose and principles are well publicized and can surely be well known to anyone having the slightest interest. We were conceived, and remain to this day, an institution laboring among men for the moral and social advancement of the whole human family. If this be our purpose, and it is, then, how essential it is that we carry the message to the profane, to the uninitiated, and to the entire world that Freemasonry is not a secret society. Undoubtedly the confusion on this point can be traced to our ritual, to our modes of recognition (whereby one of us may know another), and to the private and confidential business of our tiled meetings. But each of these is simply the universal secrecy which is recognized the world over: that secrecy of the lawyer to his client, the minister to his penitent, the physician to his patient, or of a friend to a friend. It is that trustworthy confidence which is present in every valuable relationship and is one of the foundations of the glory of man. Without it family, business, national and international relations would be imperiled, if not destroyed. Truly, the "secrecy" which Masonry maintains is that which is practiced by all worthy individuals and is intended only to safeguard the institution and to insure its proper security. We are, then, a society possessing certain secrets, but not now nor have we ever been a secret society.

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Masonry has nothing to hide from the general public, it has no secrets beyond its rightful responsibility to confidentially conduct its private business. And there is a very valid reason why we must, c;:ach one of us, deliver this message to all with whom we come in contact. I find these few lines of Seneca's provide a comprehensive explanation: "I will govern my life and my thoughts as if all the world were to see the one and to read the other; For what does it signify to make a secret to my neighbor, when to God all our privacies are open." My brethren, the meaningful and significant work of Freemasonry cannot be accomplished without the aid and assistance of all right thinking men. Masonry's one great, ambitious dream-The Brotherhood of Man-rests upon the principle of maximum participation. Is this not our first and most important message to all mankind? Can we rest till this message is delivered?

SESQUICENTENNIAL DUES CARD INDIANA: The law of the Grand Lodge of Indiana, as in most jurisdictions, spells out the wording appearing on dues cards. By resolution, this provision was temporarily suspended for 1967 and 1968 so that the Grand Lodge Sesquicentennial Commission could proceed with its plans to issue a souvenir dues card for these two years.

STATE OF THE ORDER ARKANSAS: The Grand Master of Arkansas presented some good thoughts on the "State of the Order" as viewed in his jurisdiction: Years ago, there was only the church and the Masonic lodge through which men might work in the interest of mankind. There are now many, many good organizations vying for a man's time. He is urged to give of his time to many worthwhile projects. Under these circumstances, would more busy men of character petition our lodges for membership if the general public was aware of the fact that no one is invited to join a Masonic lodge? It is a known fact that most men from non-Masonic families do not know that the initiative in securing a petition for membership rests solely with them. Would it be possible to inform the general public in some manner that one is never invited to petition for lodge membership? Is there a way that this could be done without violating the landmark pertaining to solicitation? Recently, I attended a lodge communication in which the Master of the lodge and the secretary spent at least 15 minutes deciding who should be appointed on several committees of investigation. Of course, the Master should have made these decisions prior to the opening of the lodge; and then the brethren would not have had to sit idly by while he and the secretary were selecting those to serve on the committees. Everyone present became restless, and one brother asked permission to retire. This is not an isolated case but happens far too often in our lodges. The Master should plan his meetings ahead of time so that the business of the lodge may be carried on in an efficient manner. I relate this simply to illustrate the point that it may well be time to take a long look at the amount of time it takes in tyled lodge at stated communications as well as the time it takes to confer the degrees. Should we perhaps consider opening lodge only on the Master's Degree? Should we consider giving the lodges the option of receiving lectures by committee? Are there other ways in which we can shorten our meetings

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without sacrificing any of the basic symbolism which we have treasured over the years? It is becoming increasingly more difficult to get interested brethren with leadership ability to accept a lodge office. Perhaps the reason for this is that busy men do not like to obligate themselves for the five to seven years it takes in most of the lodges to advance through the line. Perhaps it would be wise to start our advancing line with the station of Junior Warden. Finally, I am convinced that some of us are too complacent about our losses in membership. We hear on every hand, "\Ve do not need more men in Masonry but more Masonry in the members we have." This is no doubt a true statement as far as it goes, for there is room for improvement in each of us. However, with our population increasing at an astounding rate and with our membership decreasing steadily, are we to assume that this is primarily because there are not enough good men available for membership? Frankly, I do not believe that this is the answer to our twin dilemma of disinterested, non-participating members on the one hand and loss in membership by lack of petitions received and for non-payment of dues on the other. CALIFORNIA: The Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of California commented on the general condition of Freemasonry as he sees it: Throughout the jurisdiction our brethren continue to be concerned about membership statistics, and properly so, for records reflect not only a decrease in membership but an elevation in the average age of members. Encouraging, however, are some indications that the average age of applicants for the degrees may tend to be somewhat lower than in previous years. "While important, we should not put undue stress upon the subject of members for the trend is not peculiar to California nor to Masonry in particular. Other Grand Lodges long have recorded far greater declines in membership and even some churches have reported decreases. This year membership in The Southern California-Arizona Conference of the Methodist Church declined from 265,387 to 263,943, a net loss of 1,444; and in Northern California-Nevada Conference the same denomination experienced a similar decline this year from 130,788 to 130,149, a decrease of 639. The trend reflects, I believe, the momentary preoccupation of many people with material or transitory interests, as distinguished from the spiritual and eternal values of life. It illustrates the necessity of rededicating ourselves all the more earnestly to the practice out of the lodge of the great moral and spiritual virtues inculcated in it. The true estimate of the condition of Masonry is to be found in the response of its members toward humanity's crisis. That our world today is not in good health is readily apparent. Its ills are innumerable and many people are confused, uncertain and perplexed. For some, the dynamic developments of our age have produced a new intensity in their faith in God. Others have reacted in the reverse and found their faith ebbing away. Still others have drifted back and forth from faith to lack of faith. For us, as Masons, this is and should be a great time to be alive. A period of crisis is a time of great creativity. It is under the stress of pressures that the great creative advances of mankind have come. A period of crisis invariably drives men back to fundamentals. Superficialities wiII not do. And above all else a period of crisis demands our best.

SUSPENSIONS SOUTH DAKOTA: Many ways have been suggested to prevent suspensions, but the best found by anyone is plain hard work. The Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of South Dakota has this to say:

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Two years ago, I offered assistance to lodge secretaries in collection of dues, in an attempt to halt losses from suspensions for non-payment of dues. I am glad to make the following report: During the past year, I have written a personal letter to 214 members about to be suspended. Of these, 187 have sent me their dues and were not suspended. Our losses this year from suspensions averaged only one per lodge. If all lodges had let me assist them, I am sure our losses would have been less. I am again offering to write these letters, providing, the secretaries will give me the names of brothers about to be suspended, by the 1st of October and not after they have been suspended. I would suggest that each Worshipful Master make it a part of his duty to write to each of these brothers, and let them know the lodgc's interest in his continuing to be a member of his lodge. Let us all begin to think of our brother's welfare, to aid and assist and be worthy to be called brother! We are all thinking of gimmicks to bolster our membership. I feel if we would spend just a little more time living and acting as Masons, in our home, our community, and wherever we might be, we will attract men to join our Fraternity. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works. TASMANIA: The Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Tasmania said of "excluded brethren," (our term is suspended brethren): The number of brethren who are excluded from Masonic privileges for nonpayment of dues is probably closely associated with the number who, for one reason or another, have suddenly or gradually neglected to attend their lodges and so have lost contact with Masonic activities. If this is so, then the responsibility for the exclusions must be, to some extent, shouldered by ourselves. What then should we do about this matter? It is patently unfair that the W.M. should be expected to keep tab on all members whose attendance is bccoming irregular. Furthermore, it is quite likely that there are other members of the lodge whose personal contact with these delinquents is much closer than that of the W.M. Quite often a casual mention that a brother has been missed at the last meeting will have the desired cffect. Perhaps a promise of attendance at the next meeting could be extracted. An offer of transport may indicate a personal interest in having a brother's company at a meeting. It may happen that a slight or serious disagreemept between two members has resulted in one or both of them refraining from attending so as to avoid disrupting the harmony of the lodge. In this case, the intervention of a mutual third party may be all that is needed to restore a friendly relationship or clear up misunderstandings. If personal approaches fail, then I feel that it is the duty of an interested Mason to draw the attention of the Master or Secretary to the continucd absence of any brother before outstanding dues become an embarrassment to the member, or the lodge. These efforts on behalf of individuals may also assist in reducing the incidence of another problem about which I have spoken on many occasions-that of unattached brethren.

TABLE LODGE WISCONSIN: From the Grand Lodge of Wisconsin we learn that the old "Table Lodge" has been revived there, and is meeting with proper enthusiasm on the part of the brethren. It is reported as follows: TABLE LODGE

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Becker and his Committee on Masonic Education. The Pennsylvania Freemason recently published an interesting short history of the ceremony. "Back in the ages, when existence was perilous and life severe, and when Man was seeking some noble purpose to pursue, feasting became a major diversion. Its origin was in the demands of the physical body, but its prevalence was due to the social desires of his soul. "First there were family feasts, then religious feasts, then national feasts, and finally fraternal feasts. The feasts that are probably the oldest of all fraternal feasts are the feasts of the 'Mysteries' of Ancient Egypt, the so-called 'Sons of Light.' The oldest feasts of Masonic origin of which we have any record were the feasts upon being 'entered' and being 'passed to a Fellow of the Craft.' How old these are we cannot say, but they go back far beyond the records of organized Masonry. "In 1717, in order to revitalize the lodges in and around London, a Grand Lodge was organized. The reason given was: 'To cement under a Grand Master as the center of union and harmony,' and, 'to revive the Quarterly Communication and hold the Annual Feast.' The latter was the most important and Masonic historians are pretty well agreed that the move was especially designed to improve the 'feast, fun and fellowship' of the Craft. "A few years later, at the direction of the Grand Master, there was installed the 'old, regular and peculiar Toasts and Healths of Freemasons.' . . . "Lawrence Dermott, one of the leaders of early Masonry, remarked: 'It was thought expedient to abolish the old custom of studying geometry in the lodge, and some younger brethren made it appear that a good knife and fork, in the hands of a dexterous brother, over proper materials, would give greater satisfaction and add more to the conviviality of the lodge than the best scale and compasses in Europe.' "From the idea of the feast, and the desire to promote a greater degree of fellowship and kinship in Masonry, was born the Table Lodge. Both the affection of friends and love for the Fraternity flourished within its walls. Its meetings were more like a reunion than a regular lodge, and it became a center of relaxation, celebration and inspiration in Freemasonry. "The Table Lodge had a most unusual pattern. Its entire meeting was conducted around the table, and the helpings of food and beverage were served in such a way they did not interfere with the other concerns of the lodge. The arrangement of tables resembled a giant horseshoe with the Worshipful Master in the East at the center, and both Wardens in the West at the opposite ends. The lodge was opened with an invocation and closed with a song. . "At first there was an address, followed by many toasts and songs, but as time went by, the lecture was omitted and the number of toasts and songs decreased. The final figure that was set for the toasts was seven, and in some Jurisdictions that number is still retained today. Pennsylvania has designated three toasts: To the Right Worshipful Grand Lodge of the Most Ancient and Honorable Fraternity of Free and Accepted Masons of Pennsylvania and Masonic Jurisdiction Thereunto Belonging; to the Memory of our Deceased Brother George Washington; and to Freemasonry Around the Globe. "The Table Lodge is a tyIed Entered Apprentice Masons Lodge. . . . It provided waiters to serve the food during the progress of the meeting. They were obtained from the Entered Apprentice and Fellowcraft who were present, a procedure which was in accord with the ancient custom, that initiates serve in that capacity during the period of refreshmen t in the lodge. "In our Colonial days the Table Lodge was Freemasonry's greatest asset. It buoyed up the spirit of the Brethren when the spirit of the colonists was low. The repast may have been limited under these conditions; bread, cheese and wine, perhaps, but the fervor was there. The moment the Table Lodge opened,

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there was added to the speech of those present an assortment of military terms. "Under its skillful formula the names of objects in the room were changed. The table was the Trestle Board, the cloth the Standard, the food the Materials, the glasses became cannons, the beverage, powder, the bottles, casks, the napkin, a flag, forks were pickaxes, knives were swords, and spoons were trowels. To fill the glass was to 'charge it,' and to drink it was to 'fire: . . . "Alcoholic beverages were not a necessary adjunct to the Table Lodge, although they did contribute to the festivities in days of yore. Wine was the libation, but that changed in our land when the 18th Amendment was adopted. Then, out of respect for the law, a substitute was selected, and although Prohibition was later repealed, Freemasonry did not follow suit. It retained the substitute, partly because it had always cautioned temperance in the behavior of Masons, but more especially, as an expression of respect for the abstinent Brethren on its rolls. Today we use fruit punches, or juices, and one Jurisdiction has recently authorized a hot spiced punch. Grape juice is often used in Pennsylvania. . . . "The Table Lodge is a heritage of our past. It has been stated that 'the Table Lodge is the summary of Masonic doctrine.' It prescribed reverence for Divinity and moral law. It strengthened the devotion that Masons held for lodge and country. It increased the unity and fellowship of the Craft:'

TAXATION To many the problems of taxation are not real-at least so far as the Fraternity is concerned. We can only say to these brethren, don't stick your heads in the sand in the hope that the problem will go away. It will not, and probably will become more vivid before your eyes as time passes. NEW HAMPSHIRE: The Grand Master of New Hampshire reported on the matter of taxation in his jurisdiction: Pursuant to many discussions with lodge officers in New Hampshire related to the problem of increases in taxes on our lodge properties and the growing burden on our members to pay them, I requested a prominent New Hampshire attorney and Mason (a former Deputy Attorney General of our State) to undertake a review of the New Hampshire Statutes to determine if any action might be taken by this Grand Lodge to bring about relief to the constituent lodges. This good brother did a tremendous job of searching the Statutes, reviewing several cases which have been thru' the courts of our state, and in a four-page analysis has advised me as follows: "I conclude reluctantly, that in the present state of our statutory law, there is little hope for securing exemption for the real estate occupied by Masonic lodges. The only possibility of securing relief is through legislation. Such a course poses a substantial problem in view of the present awareness on the part of the public of the cost which tax-exempt property imposes upon the non-exempt." I make this report to you today in order that you may know of my efforts to explore all practical means of securing tax relief for your lodges. But knowing something of the attitude of the Legislature at this time, I too reluctantly recommend that we avoid any tax conflict at this time and further recommend that each constituent lodge work closely with local taxing authorities and seek the most favorable consideration possible at the local level.

TEMPLE BUILDINGS OHIO: The Grand Lodge of Ohio atempted to ascertain the condition of the temple buildings in its jurisdiction. The Grand Master reports the results of a questionnaire mailed to all lodges:

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QUESTIONNAIRE ON TEMPLE BUILDINGS

We had a questionnaire sent out to find out just what our lodges look likethe location, whether they own their buildings, whether they have air-conditioning, their social rooms, refreshment facilities, and on what floor they are located, whether they have parking facilities; this is a lot of valuable information which we are going to use. I thank you, my Brethren, who cooperated and helped in compiling this information. RESULTS FROM THE QUESTIONNAIRE ON TEMPLE BUILDINGS

Three hundred forty-two of our lodges have prominent locations, 170 have good locations, 20 fair, and four poor. Lodges having identification signs 381 Lodges owning their own buildings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 296 Lodges air-conditioned 60 Cooling fans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 342 Social rooms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 430 Refreshment facilities 519 Lodges located on: First floor 80 Second floor 310 Third floor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 126 Fourth floor or higher 12 Lodges having elevator service 41 Lodges having parking facilities: Street parking 450 Free parking lots 178 Charge parking lots 21 This is a brief report compiled from the answers received to the questionnaires sent out. Several of our lodges did not report, and in cases where two or more lodges meet in the same temple only one report was made.

UNUSUAL NEW MEXICO: Among the distinguished guests received were the following, many of whom seem strange as guests by our own Grand Lodge standards: INTRODUCTIONS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS FROM AFFILIATED ORDERS

Presented and introduced were the heads, or their representatives, of the following Orders: Order of the Eastern Star Order of the Amaranth Daughters of the Nile White Shrine of Jerusalem

Social Order of the Beauceants Order of Rainbow for Girls Order of Job's Daughters Order of DeMolay for Boys

Each of the leaders of the above organizations addressed the Grand Lodge, giving a short resume of the history and purposes of their respective organizations, and thanked the Most Worshipful Grand Master for the privilege of being allowed to address the assembly.

VIETNAM All jurisdictions are concerned directly with the conflict in Vietnam. However, few, if any, have taken direct notice with personal action as we find in New Hampshire.

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NEW HAMPSHIRE: The Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of New Hampshire reports on his personal interest in his brethren serving in Vietnam: VIETNAM CORRESPONDENCE

As might be expected several New Hampshire Masons have been assigned to military duty in connection with the Vietnam crisis. Your Grand Master has been and will continue to correspond with each of them as soon as correct mailing addresses are furnished. I feel this is an important service to those "who serve us" and I ask your cooperation in keeping me notified of all members of our lodges who are assigned to Vietnam. It is with deepest regret that I report one brother Mason missing in action and another who has already given his life in the service of our Country in this conflict. Let us remember them by our dedication to the ways of good citizenship here at home. NEW YORK: The report of the Committee on Fraternal Correspondence concluded its review with the following, which should have deep meaning for all of us: In the fall of 1965, our own Grand Lodge initiated arrangements with Commanding General William C. Westmoreland in an endeavor to be helpful to our service men at the front. As a result, we subsequently sent some three and one-half tons of a variety of gifts consisting of ball-point pens, pocket knives, fruit cakes, cookies, candy, gum, books, adult comics, and current magazines. Of course, the acknowledgments from the men were most grateful, but the inspiring part is that many of these responses came from brother Masons. They wrote not only of their gratitude in being remembered but of their pride in the Fraternity that did so. As one Master Sergeant put it: "I would like to thank each and every brother for thinking of the men and brothers serving here in Vietnam." A private soldier from a California lodge wrote: "It made me feel fine to know that my brothers were thinking of their brethren herel" Another Master Sergeant informs us that in Can Tho, the Mekong Delta Square and Compass Club has a very active membership, and adds: "Thanks again a million times for your thoughtfulness for the men in Vietnam." And one lad said with grateful emphasis: "I am glad that someone besides my wife thinks of us over here." Imagine the impact these brother Masons have upon the youth serving with theml It is from groups such as these, after every war, that men have sought admission to our Fraternity. Let the brotherhood we constantly profess and proclaim reach out to the lads at the front, Mason and non-Mason alike. NORTH CAROLINA: The Masonic Service Association Representative reported to the Grand Lodge of North Carolina in part as follows: The Association continues its service to Masons in Veterans Hospitals by an intensive program of Hospital Visitation under the direction of Chief Field Agent, William C. Edmunds, and ably assisted by his Deputy, Brother Paul S. Murphy, Field Agent. The need for the Association's services to hospitalized Armed Forces personnel and to veterans has not diminished. In fact, with the warfare now going on in Vietnam the need is increasing. Casualties are arriving in stateside hospitals in growing numbers; the wounds received in guerrilla warfare are serious; gunshot and shrapnel wounds are bad, but the deep lacerations inflected by jungle knives and ravages of tropical diseases arc taking a heavy toll. We really need more hospital visitors to minister to these newer casualties. Age is also claiming its victims, more sick and infirm veterans of other wars are being hospitalized. There is an increasing need for the Association to extend its visitation

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program to these bedsides. This service needs to be expanded, but the Association is financially unable to provide for any further extensions of this very necessary program.

VOICE OF MASONRY SILENT WASHINGTON: To the Grand Lodge of Washington, the Grand Orator, W. Brother Russell W. Newman, spoke on the subject "... and Crown Thy Good." An excerpt from that oration might well be entitled "The Silent Voice of Freemasonry," or something similar. We quote from the original address: While another church rewrites its most sacred volume-to interpret and update its aged words with believable language-we sit back and snipe and bicker at such folly with our own "completely perfect" volumesl While still another church reaches back centuries to overrule complete Latin rituals and song in its services (and further stuns the world by exploring population controll), we continue to meet those sensible movements merely with stale innuendo directed at the separation of Church and State (a worthwhile effort to be sure-but WHAT ELSE?); and while other bodies conduct active, vigorous and clear-the-air forums on political problems as they fall due, we sit tight-lipped in our lodges, fearful to engage in "controversial questions!" Small wonder that the outer world pays less and less attention to the VOICE OF MASONRY in the community I The truth is, the VOICE no longer reaches outward; its rays have begun to recede with our own desire to avoid active mingling and participation with the outer world! And in simple, patient explanation, we simply sigh and say: "But we owe nothing to the outer world, we are Masons from the temple, sent on our own and 'urgent' business!" And perhaps like the ruffians of another age, the passage is blocked-and we are left behind to our own dwindling devices; with attendance to match, and inspiration to none. All because we have drawn our Masonic principles and beliefsonce strong, vibrant, and glowing with perpetual spark and life-back into a secret cave, where the lid of safety, security, and boredom has quenched the flame and firel My brethren, the time is long past for us to "examine ourselves strictly" and to see if we cannot find, cannot relocate, that very object for which we standnot only as Masons, but as Americans! To speak out of our beliefs and of our principles, in general, and of our greatest philosophy: BROTHERLY LOVE, in particular! Now there can be absolutely no doubt that any group of men may band together for their own mutual enjoyment; for their own exclusive companionship; for their own specific and limited pleasure. This is a right which has been traditional throughout the ages, and which now has the protection of our United States Constitution. The objects and purposes of our Institution, however, are not confined to the will and pleasure of each individual within each Masonic Lodge. Rather, temperance, restraint, and the "due bounds within which a Mason must keep himself â&#x20AC;˘. ." directly imply the universality of our Masonic responsibility. How unworthy of our Craft, were it narrowed to the limited purposes of the service club, the community association, the private country club-most of whose functions are aimed at increasing their own bodily pleasures-hardly! "a sincere wish to be of service to our fellow creatures!" I t was our own St. John who said: "If anyone says 'I love God' and hates his brother, he is a liar; for he

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who does not love his brother whom he has seen; cannot love God whom he has not seen. And this Commandment we have from Him: that he who loves God should love his brother also."

WASHINGTON In the past seven years, four bronze statues of Washington the Mason have been erected by four separate Masonic entities. These are the Grand Lodge of Louisiana, which erected the first work of sculptors Baker and DeLue, the Grand Lodge of Connecticut, the Grand Lodge of Michigan and the two Supreme Councils of the Scottish Rite for the Northern and Southern Jurisdictions. Perhaps the most interesting description of these four cultural contributions of Freemasonry is found in the address of M.W. Myron K. Lingle, Grand Master of Masons in Illinois. He said: GEORGE WASHINGTON STATUES

Seven years ago, the Grand Lodge of Louisiana engaged the sculptors, Brother Bryant Baker and Mr. Donald DeLue, to sculpture a great statue of \Vashington the Mason. From the mold, three bronze statues were cast in Italy and transported to the United States. One of the statues stands in the new museum constructed recently by the Supreme Councils, Northern and Southern Jurisdictions of the Scottish Rite, on the fourth floor of the George Washington Memorial in Alexandria, Virginia. Another statue stands in 'Wallingford, Connecticut. In February of 1960, while I was Junior Grand Warden of Masons in Illinois, I had the privilege of witnessing the presentation of the first of these statues to the City of New Orleans' by the Grand Lodge of Louisiana. Ten thousand people crowded into the civic center to see the unveiling of this imposing memorial in front of the public library. On subsequent visits to the site, I heard the comments of citizens of New Orleans and tourists from all over the world: I didn't know that George \Vashington was a Mason. And then there invariably followed the speculation as to the significance of the Masonic apron, the collar and jewel. On each occasion of my several visits to the Masonic Center, erected by the Grand Lodge of New York on the World's Fairgrounds, I heard these same comments of surprise from the sightseers standing before the Washington statute: I didn't know that George Washington was a Mason. And continuing around the other exhibits was the same expression: I didn't know . . . I didn't know . . . On May 21, 1966, the Grand Lodge of Michigan presented a statue to the City of Detroit. This statue of Washington the Mason was the fourth purchased through the sculptors and the foundry and was cast in Italy from the original mold. I attended the Grand Lodge of Michigan that followed the unveiling ceremony and stood in appreciation before the imposing figure beside Mariners' Church. Brother Percy H. 'Williams, Grand Master of Masons in Michigan, told me that the statue in place cost the Grand Lodge less than $25,000. It is more than a coincidence that Brother Wilber A. Brucker, Grand Master of the Grand Encampment of Knights Templar of the United States, delivered the dedication address in Detroit as he had done in New Orleans when he was Grand Generalissimo of the Grand Encampment. The purpose of these narratives is to suggest that a statue of Brother Washington be erected in every metropolis and capital in every state in this country. Each casting of this famous statue would be subject to permission of the Grand Master of Masons in Louisiana. Grand Master Peter L. Bernard, Jr. and Grand Secretary D. Peter Laguens, Jr. assured me that subsequent Grand Masters of Louisiana most

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likely would grant such permission to any Grand Lodge on request. Masonry would benefit. The ubiquity of these silent memorials would speak louder than a thousand public relations counselors for Freemasonry. This would be no vulgar bombastno sounding brass, no tinkling cymbals. Here would be dignity-a characteristic that Freemasons should never forego.

WASHINGTON'S DOCUMENTED LODGE VISITS (The following is an excellent historical account of Washington's documented lodge visitations, prepared by Col. James R. Case, R. W. Grand Historian of the Grand Lodge of Connecticut.) After all these years and all that has been written about George Washington as a Freemason, how can anyone be expected to turn up anything new? This paper presents no additional factual information, but rather is intended to view in closer detail Washington's appearance within the walls of a Masonic lodge-duly tiled. Hayden, Callahan, Lanier, Sachse, Boyden, Tatsch, Brown and others have chronicled nearly everything we know about George Washington as a Mason. A great deal more has been conjectured or fabricated. Medals, paintings and statuary have been created with artistic license, and sometimes with disregard for the proprieties. From personal experience I know that the letters to him in the manuscript division of the Library of Congress have not been fully exploited. But it is in some of his correspondence that there is found an allusion which challenged my interest. During the 1790's and under the arrogated name of "Freemasonry," or claiming some sort of connection with the Fraternity, atheistic and politically minded groups flourished in France and other places on the Continent. Among them were the so-called "Illuminati," the enlightened ones, I suppose they claimed to be. Asked to comment on the doctrine of the Illuminati, Washington wrote a correspondent that he judged their plans "nefarious and dangerous." He also corrected an erroneous assumption by the writer that he presided over "English Lodges in this country." He wrote "The fact is 1 preside over none, nor have 1 been in one more than once or twice within the last 30 years." Some authors or authorities have maintained he used the word "English" as opposed to "American" Lodges. I suggest the term "English Lodges" was used in opposition to French Lodges. That is, "St. John's Masonry," which acknowledged a Supreme Being, in contrast to lodges under a system which denied the existence of one. If Washington meant what he wrote in so many words, then the question is, just what does the record show about his lodge attendance during the 30 years previous to 1798, or better yet, throughout his whole Masonic career of 47 years? The records of the lodge at Fredericksburg show that he was made a Mason November 4, 1752, passed to the degree of Fellowcraft March 3, 1753, and raised a Master Mason August 4, 1753. He was in attendance September I, 1753, and January 5, 1755, and that's all the extant records of Fredericksburg

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Lodge tell us. We know from his letters that he was interested in steps taken to obtain a Scottish charter as late as 1758. It must be remembered, however, that he was a resident of Mount Vernon, 50 miles distant. As a matter of fact, only his boyhood days were spent near Fredericksburg. His mother lived there, . but from the age of 14 years, George was living with his brother Lawrence or exploring and surveying Shenandoah lands. The Lodge at Fredericksburg considered Washington one of their own as long as he lived, and have ever since. At his death, he was listed among the deceased members of that lodge. This connection was acknowledged or sanctioned by the Grand Lodge when the death was published in that order in the Proceedings. There is a period from 1758 until 1778 during which we have no record of Washington's participation in Masonic affairs. Then, on St. John's Day in December 1778, he appeared in Masonic procession with 300 other Masons and attended church services in Philadelphia. The next year on St. John'S Day in June 1779 at West Point, he and his "family" or military staff, joined American Union Lodge at a feast commemorating the occasion, 106 men paying their club. It cannot be shown that he was in a tiled meeting on either of these occasions, but we know there was no degree work, anyway. On December 27, 1779, at Morristown, New Jersey, Washington was present again in American Union Lodge and participated in the festivities which followed. There were more than 100 present at the affair. Soon afterwards an attempt was made by Army Lodges to get some support for Washington as General Grand Master of a National Grand Lodge. This and several later similar efforts failed, for obvious reasons. On June 24, 1782, at West Point, the Commander-in-Chief again joined the brethren of American Union Lodge and Washington Lodge for the Festival of St. John, with 107 Masons present. On this instance he met with the first lodge named in his honor. The following December 27, a distressingly scanty record tells us that he visited Solomon Lodge in Poughkeepsie, and little more. Washington had been back at Mount Vernon about six months when he was at last able to accept an invitation to join the brethren of Alexandria Lodge (39), then under Pennsylvania warrant, for the anniversary dinner on St. John the Baptist's Day, June 24, 1784. At this time Washington was made an honorary member at the lodge at a tiled session of which the minutes are extant. But there was no degree work on that occasion. We learn from his diary that on February 12, 1785, Washington was at the funeral of William Ramsay, Esquire, of Alexandria, where, in his own words, he "walked in procession as a free mason-Mr. Ramsay in his lifetime being one & now buried with the ceremonies & honors due to one." On May 25, 1788, Alexandria Lodge acted to obtain a Virginia charter. George Washington was nominated for Master but provision was also made for a Deputy Master. The charter was granted at the next Grand Lodge but the document itself did not reach the lodge until February 1789. Meanwhile, of course, Washington was considered the Master, and on December 20, and in his absence, he was elected Master. What happened to the efforts of a committee to obtain his consent to serve is not known. It is

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lamentable that the records of Alexandria Lodge have been so mutilated that no record survives of Washington's attendance, installation, or ever presiding over the lodge during those critical months. Most unfortunately, we have no positive assurance of such events between May 1788, when he was nominated and confirmed by Grand Lodge as the first Master of Alexandria Lodge (22), and the middle of April 1789, when he left Virginia for New York City and his inauguration. But that was precisely the contingency for which a Deputy Master had been provided in the first place-the probability that Washington would seldom attend in person. September 18, 1793, George Washington assisted in the ceremonies connected with the cornerstone laying of the first section of the National Capitol. A careful reading of the record will show that he was not acting as Master or Grand Master, but participating by invitation. April 1, 1797, Washington was given a welcome home dinner by Alexandria Lodge and, less than three years later, on December 18, 1799, the lodge performed Masonic ceremonies at his interment, and provided all except one of the pallbearers. From the foregoing, it can be reckoned that there were at least 15 occasions when Washington appeared in Masonic dress, or in the character of a Freemason, only a half-dozen of which were known to have been tiled sessions, and at none of which there was any degree work performed, except at those where he himself was the candidate. These facts and figures do not in the least diminish his reputation as a Mason, or minimize his attachment to the Fraternity, which he so often acknowledged in his speeches and letters. He was situated where domestic, occupational, military and presidential duties and responsibilities limited his opportunities for mingling with the Craft. Aside from his leadership in the Revolutionary struggle, and his services as first President of the Republic, his practical application of Masonic principles, and his exemplification of the tenets of our beloved institution throughout his lifetime, mark him as the most illustrious American Freemason of all time.

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE A MASON PENNSYLVANIA: The Instructor of Ritualistic Work stated in his report to the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania, among other things, the following: It would be well to pause and ask ourselves this important question, "What does it mean to be a Mason?" Do we believe that membership in our institution makes us a Mason? If we have the proper conception of Masonry, we will be the first to admit that it does not, except in name only, for membership in a Masonic lodge can no more make us Masons than our being affiliated with a musical club can make us musicians. It is our thoughts and the acts of our life that determine our character as men and Masons.

YOUTH ACTMTIES OKLAHOMA: The Grand Lodge of Oklahoma adopted the following resolution which establishes a Youth Activities Committee in that jurisdiction:

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Being aware of the need for a unified youth program and feeling that it is important to have a regularly sponsored committee, recognized by the working under the direction of the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Oklahoma, our present Grand Master, M.W. Aubrey R. Erhart, called a meeting of the Grand Lodge Line Officers and the heads of the various affiliated bodies, during the week of the Grand Lodge Annual Communication held in McAlester in February, 1965. It was unanimously agreed that a great need existed and our Grand Master and the heads of each affiliated body appointed representatives to make a study of the problem and explore the feasibility of establishing such a committee. It has been definitely established that such a committee would be most beneficial. THEREFORE BE IT RECOMMENDED THAT THE GRAND LODGE establish a Masonic Youth Activity Committee to be composed of three (3) Members to be appointed by the Grand Master for terms of one, two and three years each, and thereafter one member to be appointed for a term of three years. Also, that the Scottish Rite Bodies of Guthrie, The Scottish Rite Bodies of McAlester, the Scottish Rite Bodies of Tulsa, The Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons, The Grand Council of Royal and Select Masons, The Grand Commandery Knights Templar, The Grand Chapter of Order of Eastern Star, be invited to select one member of their respective organizations to serve as a Representative to this Committee. Now Be It Resolved, That an additional Section No. 37A to the Grand Lodge Constitution and Laws be as follows: (0) Youth Activities Committee-Shall consist of three members who shall serve for three years, with one to be appointed each year. They are to establish and maintain a coordinated and unified youth program, in cooperation with the representatives of Affiliated Masonic Bodies.

RHODE ISLAND: The Masonic Youth Foundation in the Grand Lodge of Rhode Island appears to be prospering as will be noted from this portion of a report: Some of our goals were achieved, others will succeed in the future. The Youth Center continues increasing popularity and service to our young people and Masonic families. Total attendance during the past season was 40,574 persons, an increase of 14 per cent from 1964. Included were 8,025 members from 19 Rainbow assemblies, 48 members from Massachusetts and ten members from Massachusetts chapters. A total of 14,087 members, representing 35 per cent of the total attendance, a gain of 2 per cent from 1964. There were 1,174 visitors from 30 States, 112 visitors from Canada, Germany, Japan, Nova Scotia, Panama Canal Zone, Prince Edward Island and Scotland. There were 1,331 non-Masonic visitors. Receipts from the Wishing Well (contributions from adults visiting the Center) were $3,231.11, an average of 12 cents per adult. This is an increase of 39 per cent from 1964. Improvements and additions to the facilities are continuing as resources become available. For example, a new rotary mower for the tractor was provided by Overseas Lodge, No. 40. A large toastmaster Grille for the Snack-Bar was furnished by Hope Link, Order of Golden Chain. William R. Smith, for the third successive year, devoted his time and equipment to clearing and keeping the beach area in excellent condition. A cash register for the Snack-Bar was provided by Elmer Lent. A Soft-Ball Scoreboard was provided by Cranston Assembly Alumni. A memorial Fireplace was installed by the Fall Class of 1957 Roosevelt Lodge, No. 42. Two National Colors were donated by an employee of the State Department of Rhode

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Island. Many picnic tables were donated by individuals. Additional work at the Snack-Bar was contributed by A. C. Beals. Ownership of a truck, tractors and equipment for maintaining the property was transferred to the Foundation by Palestine Temple AAONMS. A review of the financial summary of the Rhode Island Youth Activities Foundation may be of interest to anyone contemplating a similar agency: FINANCIAL SUMMARY RECEIPTS:

Grand Lodge . Palestine Temple, AAONMS . Masonic Grand Lodge Charities Wishing Well (Youth Center) . Masonic Groups . Individuals Activities fees . . . . . . .. . Snack-Bar sales Total

$ 9,187.00

5,000.00 4,900.00 3,231.11 1,517.00 310.32 2,466.33 3,886.22

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$30,497.98

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Executive Secretary, salary and expense Social Security, Rhode Island cash sickness Activities expense . Telephone . Electricity .. . . . . . . . . . . . . Postage, printing, supplies . Youth Center: Salary, Director ..... Assistant Director . Waterfront Director . . . . .. . . Caretaker . . Assistant Caretaker . Snack-Bar Attendant Snack-Bar Attendant . Insurance . Snack-Bar supplies Telephone, electricity Maintenance materials Social Security, Rhode Island cash sickness Total . .

$ 6,035.00

333.00 3,908.39 151.60 19.88 700.00

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1,965.00 800.00 600.00 2,170.00 2,170.00 300.00 300.00 575.08 2,557.82 274.36 2,615.69 379.67 $25,855.49

Net balance ......... ......... $ 4,642.49* This amount includes $3,231.11 in Reserve Fund. $1,411.38 in Maintenance Fund. SOUTH CAROLINA: The Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of South Carolina gives his approval to youth activities in his jurisdiction: DEMOLA Y AND RAINBOW GIRLS

On July 27, 1965, I was invited to attend the Annual Conclave of the Order of DeMolay in Camden, South Carolina. During the meeting I was honored by being awarded a membership in the Honorary Legion of Honor of that organization.

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I also have attended several meetings of assemblies of the Order of Rainbow for Girls during the year. I again commend every Master Mason who has participated in the promotion of the interests of these organizations. They are contributing a worthwhile service to our youth.

SOUTH DAKOTA: The Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of South Dakota speaks out for youth in his address: MASONRY, A LIVING FORCE FOR OUR YOUTH

Our youth-here are a people much better educated than we were at their ages. A people of inquiring minds, of great enthusiasm, and of boundless energy. Here are a people IN SEARCH, though not quite sure of what they search for. I believe that search is for TRUTH. TRUTH above all. If we will but lift our eyes from the glaring publicity of the wrongs of an increasing number of them and perceive the intelligence, the dignity, the sincerity, and the dedication of those young people who are active in DeMolay, Job's Daughters, 4-H, Future }<'armers, Future Teachers, Boys' Clubs, Scouting, Young Republicans, Young Democrats, Youth Forums, church fellowships, and countless others, the spiritual uplift we receive will convince us beyond any doubt that here is the foundation on which the great American heritage can survive. Here we, as Masons, can provide the leadership-by example and by personal guidance toward the truths as we know them to be. We must give to these young people a portion of our most valuable possession-a portion of our life-in short, a portion of our time. We must be at their side to give them guidance in this great search. We must be a living force in the schools, in the various youth organizations, and in the lives of the individual.

STATISTICAL ALABAMA: One Hundred Forty-Sixth Annual Communication; Montgomery, November 22, 1966; 435 Lodges; 2,059 Raised; 74,631 Members; 377 net loss; Missouri was represented; Fredrick 'V. Vaughn, Grand Master presiding; James W. Cooper, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Montgomery, November 21, 1967. ARIZONA: Eighty-Fourth Annual Communication; Tombstone, April 25, 1966; 61 Lodges; 411 Raised; 13,596 Members; 218 net gain; Missouri was represented; Richard J. Lopshire, Grand Master presiding; S. Barry Casey, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Phoenix, April 24, 1967. ARKANSAS: One Hundred Twenty-Fifth Annual Communication; Little Rock, November 15, 1966; 378 Lodges; 1,149 Raised; 53,156 Members; 283 net loss; Missouri was represented; Houston A. Brian, Grand Master presiding; J. Luther Whitfield, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Little Rock, November 21, 1967. CALIFORNIA: One Hundred Seventeenth Annual Communication; San Francisco, October 10, 1966; 711 Lodges; 5,211 Raised; 243,572 Members; 1,014 net loss; Missouri was represented; Myron E. Smith, Grand Master presiding; Laurence E. Dayton, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, San Francisco, October 9, 1967. COLORADO: One Hundred Sixth Annual Communication; Denver, January 24, 1967; 169 Lodges; 886 Raised; 45,902 Members; 441 net loss; Missouri was not represented; Irving M. Cannon, Grand Master presiding; Charles T. Gore, Grand Master elect; next Annual, Denver, January 23, 1968. CONNECTICUT: One Hundred Seventy-Eighth Annual Communication; Hartford, April 6, 1966; 135 Lodges; 890 Raised; 45,232 Members; 563 net loss; Missouri was not represented; William Campbell, Grand Master presiding; William M. Wyman, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Hartford, April 5, 1967.

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DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA: One Hundred Fifty-Sixth Annual Communication; Washington, May 11, 1966; 48 Lodges; 225 Raised; 19,813 Members; 603 net loss; Missouri was not represented; Thomas W. Dodge, Grand Master presiding; Charles T. Macdonald, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Washington, May 10, 1967. FLORIDA: One Hundred Thirty-Seventh Annual Communication; Jacksonville, April 26, 1966; 309 Lodges; 2,525 Raised; 73,613 Members; 944 net gain; Missouri was not represented; Clyde A. Gleason, Grand Master presiding; William M. Hollis, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Jacksonville, April 25, 1967. GEORGIA: One Hundred Eightieth Annual Communication; Macon, October 25, 1966; 481 Lodges; 2,846 Raised; 97,190 Members; 158 net loss; Missouri was represented; Rupert H. Bramblett, Grand Master presiding; Paul H. Ponder, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Macon, October 24, 1967. IDAHO: Ninety-Ninth Annual Communication; Twin Falls, September 20, 1966; 85 Lodges; 247 Raised; 14,258 Members; 195 net loss; Missouri was not represented; A. Warren Cate, Grand Master presiding; Arthur L. Dingler, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Boise, September 19, 1967. ILLINOIS: One Hundred Twenty-Seventh Annual Communication; Chicago, October 7, 1966; 872 Lodges; 3,572 Raised; 213,629 Members; 4,152 net loss; Missouri was represented; Myron K. Lingle, Grand Master presiding; Myron K. Lingle, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Chicago, October 6, 1967. INDIANA: One Hundred Forty-Ninth Annual Communication; Indianapolis, May 17, 1966; 548 Lodges; 3,350 Raised; 178,834 Members; 1,469 net loss; Missouri was represented; Don A. Burton, Grand Master presiding; Joseph L. Bridwell, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Indianapolis, May 16, 1967. KANSAS: One Hundred Tenth Annual Communication; Topeka, March 9, 1966; 434 Lodges; 1,521 Raised; 93,363 Members; 1,471 net loss; Missouri was represented; Owen E. Hodgson, Grand Master presiding; William E. Montgomery, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Wichita, March 8, 1967. KENTUCKY: One Hundred Sixty-Sixth Annual Communication; Louisville, October 18, 1966; 471 Lodges; 2,863 Raised; 100,238 Members; 3 net gain; Missouri was represented; Thomas Burchett, Jr., Grand Master presiding; Davie J. Smith, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Louisville, October 17, 1967. LOUISIANA: One Hundred Fifty-Fifth Annual Communication; New Orleans, February 7, 1966; 285 Lodges; 1,309 Raised; 51,381 Members; 131 net loss; Missouri was represented; Woodrow A. Downs, Grand Master presiding; Peter L. Bernard, Jr., Grand Master elect; Next Annual, New Orleans, February 13, 1967. MAINE: One Hundred Forty-Seventh Annual Communication; Portland, May 3, 1966; 208 Lodges; 939 Raised; 46,552 Members; 293 net loss; Missouri was represented; Wallace H. Campbell, Grand Master presiding; M. Donald Gardner, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Portland, May 2, 1967. MARYLAND: One Hundred Eightieth Annual Communication; Baltimore, November 15, 1966; 128 Lodges; 1,090 Raised; 47,928 Members; 237 net loss; Missouri was represented; Edward R. Saunders, Grand Master presiding; W. Norman Penn, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Baltimore, November 21, 1967. MICHIGAN: One Hundred Fortieth Annual Communication; Detroit, May 24, 1966; 539 Lodges; 3,000 Raised; 165,836 Members; 1,941 net loss; Missouri was not represented; Percy H. Williams, Grand Master presiding; Robert A. Hockstad, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Detroit, May 23, 1967. MINNESOTA: One Hundred Thirteenth Annual Communication; St. Paul, March 23, 1966; 287 Lodges; 1,227 Raised; 67,151 Members; 827 net loss; Missouri was represented; Frank E. Edey, Grand Master presiding; Mortimer B. Miley, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, St. Paul, March 29, 1967. MISSISSIPPI: One Hundred Forty-Eighth Annual Communication; Jackson, February 15, 1966; 311 Lodges; 1,327 Raised; 50,443 Members; 44 net loss; Mis-

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souri was represented; Robert M. Anderson, Grand Master presiding; George A. Mullendore, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Jackson, February 14, 1967. MONTANA: One Hundredth Annual Communication; Helena, June 26, 1966; 141 Lodges; 450 Raised; 24,234 Members; 400 net loss; Missouri was represented; Ernest A. Neath, Grand Master presiding; Donovan Worden, Jr., Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Missoula, June 23,1967. NEVADA: One Hundred Second Annual Communication; Reno, November 14, 1966; 34 Lodges; 258 Raised; 7,181 Members; 252 net gain; Missouri was not represented; Frank Logar, Jr., Grand Master presiding; Edward L. Pine, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Reno, November 13, 1967. NEW HAMPSHIRE: One Hundred Seventy-Seventh Annual Communication; Manchester, May 21, 1966; 82 Lodges; 293 Raised; 16,907 Members; 246 net loss; Missouri was represented; Herbert E. Kimball, Grand Master presiding; Herbert E. Kimball, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Manchester, May 20, 1967. NEW JERSEY: One Hundred Seventy-Ninth Annual Communication; Atlantic City, April 20, 1966; 291 Lodges; 1,895 Raised; 100,985 Members; 1,352 net loss; Missouri was represented; Walter ,.y. Smith, Grand Master presiding; Arnold C. Nielsen, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Atlantic City, April 12, 1967. NEW MEXICO: Eighty-Ninth Annual Communication; Roswell, March 21, 1966; 65 Lodges; 286 Raised; 15,307 Members; 1I4 net loss; Missouri was not represented; Fredrick W. Blocksom, Grand Master presiding; Hubert O. Robertson, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Albuquerque, March 20, 1967. NEW YORK: One Hundred Eighty-Fifth Annual Communication; New York City, May 3, 1966; 1,053 Lodges; 4,991 Raised; 273,933 Members; 5,585 net loss; Missouri was represented; Clarence J. Henry, Grand Master presiding; Frank C. Staples, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, New York City, May I, 1967. NORTH CAROLINA: One Hundred Seventy-Ninth Annual Communication; Winston-Salem, April 19, 1966; 373 Lodges; 2,325 Raised; 65,373 Members; 847 net gain; Missouri was represented; Samuel A. Hennis, Jr., Grand Master presiding; Arnold J. Koonce, Sr., Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Raleigh, April 18, 1967. NORTH DAKOTA: Seventy-Seventh Annual Communication; Minot, June 20, 1966; 1I8 Lodges; 361 Raised; 12,847 Members; 132 net loss; Missouri was not represented; Alfred P. Underdahl, Grand Master presiding; Ernest R. Nyman, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Bismarck, June 19, 1967. OHIO: One Hundred Fifty-Seventh Annual Communication; Cincinnati, October 21, 1966; 676 Lodges; 5,621 Raised; 272,641 Members; 1,278 net loss; Missouri was represented; George F. DeSilver, Grand Master presiding; Ben R. Evans, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Columbus, October 20, 1967. OKLAHOMA: Fifty-Eighth Annual Communication; Guthrie, February 9, 1966; 377 Lodges; 1,541 Raised; 81,454 Members; 1,066 net loss; Missouri was represented; Aubrey R. Erhart, Grand Master presiding; J. Blan Loflin, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Guthrie, February 14, 1967. OREGON: One Hundred Sixteenth Annual Communication; Portland, June 8, 1966; 192 Lodges; 619 Raised; 41,447 Members; 674 net loss; Missouri was not represented; John J. Murchison, Grand Master presiding; Wilbur A. Wellborn, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Portland, June 14, 1967. PENNSYLVANIA: Philadelphia, December 27, 1966; 61I Lodges; 5,721 Raised; 251,183 Members; 1,481 net loss; Missouri was represented; Robert E. Deyoe, Grand Master presiding; Robert E. Deyoe, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Philadelphia, December 27, 1967. RHODE ISLAND: One Hundred Seventy-Fifth Annual Communication; Providence, May 16, 1966; 46 Lodges; 337 Raised; 17,890 Members; 262 net loss; Missouri was represented; Gardner M. Yeal'l, Grand Master presiding; Walter G. Ballou, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Providence, May 15, 1967.

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SOUTH CAROLINA: One Hundred Twenty-Ninth Annual Communication; Columbia, April 28, 1966; 313 Lodges; 2,511 Raised; 61,657 Members; 1,060 net gain; Missouri was represented; Joel W. Frampton, Jr., Grand Master presiding; R. Lewis Smith, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Charleston, April 27, 1967. SOUTH DAKOTA: Ninety-Second Annual Communication; Hot Springs, June 14, 1966; 166 Lodges; 326 Raised; 18,901 Members; 283 net loss; Missouri was represented; Robert H. Benton, Grand Master presiding; Harold L. Tisher, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Yankton, June 13, 1967. TENNESSEE: One Hundred Fifty-Third Annual Communication; Nashville, March 22, 1967; 389 Lodges; 2,581 Raised; 93,414 Members; 703 net gain; Missouri was not represented; James E. McFadin, Grand Master presiding; Daniel P. Henegar, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Nashville, March 27, 1968. TEXAS: One Hundred Thirty-First Annual Communication; Waco, December 7, 1966; 972 Lodges; 4,750 Raised; 243,766 Members; 710 net loss; Missouri was represented; H. W. Fullingim, Grand Master presiding; J. D. Tomme, Jr., Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Waco, December 6, 1967. UTAH: Ninety-Fifth Annual Communication; Salt Lake City, January 30, 1967; 32 Lodges; 115 Raised; 6,719 Members; 82 net loss; Missouri was not represented; Howard E. Dorst, Grand Master presiding; Francis W. Douglas, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Salt Lake City, January 29, 1968. VIRGINIA: One Hundred Eighty-Ninth Annual Communication; Richmond, February 14, 1967; 343 Lodges; 1,788 Raised; 71,058 Members; 42 net gain; Missouri was represented; George E. Kidd, Grand Master presiding; H. Bruce Green, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Richmond, February 13, 1968. WASHINGTON: One Hundred Ninth Annual Communication; Seattle, June 21, 1966; 284 Lodges; 1,108 Raised; 65,709 Members; 849 net loss; Missouri was represented; George H. Bovingdon, Grand Master presiding; E. Haskell Johns, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Yakima, June 20, 1967. WEST VIRGINIA: One Hundred Second Annual Communication; Wheeling, October 12, 1966; 162 Lodges; 1,029 Raised; 47,854 Members; 200 net loss; Missouri was represented; Henry C. Kaufman, Grand Master presiding; Fred Keeler, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Charleston, October 11, 1967. WISCONSIN: One Hundred Twenty-Second Annual Communication; Milwaukee, June 14, 1966; 302 Lodges; 910 Raised; 57,757 Members; 1,258 net loss; Missouri was represented; William J. Kahlenberg, Grand Master presiding; Doyn Inman, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Milwaukee, June 13, 1967. WYOMING: Ninety-Second Annual Communication; Rock Springs, August 22, 1966; 55 Lodges; 255 Raised; 12,805 Members; 89 net loss; Missouri was represented; Albert C. Harding, Grand Master presiding; J. Drew Prugh, Grand Master elect; Next Annual, Worland, August 28, 1967.

INDEX Acacia: Alabama, 4c; Washington, Sc; Wyoming,6c Age Petitioner: 7c Alabama: Acacia, 4c; Fraternal relations comment, 39c; statistical, 109c Alberta: G.M. education comment, 3Sc Apron Mason: 3c Appendent bodies: HoRoK.T.P., 8c; Louisiana, 7c; Maryland G.M. comments, 8c; Michigan tables D of N, 8c Arizona: Missourian becomes G.M., 70c; plans centennial, 14c; statistical, 109c Arkansas: statistical, 109c Aronson, Robert L.: photo, SOc Ballot: 10c; Louisiana recommends one ballot,IOc Bad roads: 13c Brotherhood: Hc; New Mexico, 12c Builder or Wrecker: 12c Building Plans: 12c California: funeral service, 42c; public school decision, 84c; statistical, 109c Cardinal Point East: 94c Case, James R.: Washington lodge visits, 104c Casey, S. Barry: Missourian becomes C.M.,70c Centennials: Arizona plans, 14c; Montana observed, 14c; New Mexico plans, 16c Chaplain's fee denied: 16c Charity: Kansas foundation, 17c; Minnesota Hospital, 17c; Ohio relief, 18c; Pennsylvania funds, 19c; Tasmania report, 18c Coaching candidate: 19c Colorado: apron Mason, 3c; statistical, 109c Concurrent jurisdiction: Maryland adopts, 19c; Wisconsin adopts, 19c Connecticut: brotherhood report, lIc; DeMolay report, 25c; may cancel meeting, 13c; regulates 50-yr. pins, 37c; statistical, 109c Cornerstones: 19c; why Freemasons lay, 20c Cribbage: 21c Cuba: N. Car. comments, 22c DeMolay: Connecticut report, 25c; Florida, 26c; Maine, 26c; Maryland report, 29c; Mexico comment, 29c; Montana report, 28c; New Hampshire report, 28c; oration, 27c; what is, 23c District of Columbia: Masonic Home, 59c; statistical, llOc

East Brighton Masonic Centre: 35c Ecumenicism: 30c; Mississippi comments, 30c; Montana comments, 30c; New York comments, 31c; Rhode Island, Knights of Columbus parade, 31c; Washington GoM. Addresses K.C., 32c; Wyoming comments, 34e Education: 3Sc Emblems: Texas approves, 36c England: Grand Lodge anniversary, 7lc Examination required: 36c Fifty year pins: Connecticut regulates, 37c; Ontario presents, 38c; South Dakota presents, 37c; Wisconsin exempts, 37c Financial: 38c Florida: DeMolay report, 26c; microfilm, 69c; public school report, 8Sc; statistical, 1l0c Framework of Masonry: 3ge Fraternal relations: 39c, Alabama comments, 39c; New Jersey comments, 40c; New York comments, 42c Freemasonry in society: 77c Funeral service: Calif. presents family, 42c; Louisiana adopts memorial service, 43c; Montana revises, 43c; Maryland graveside, 44c; Texas church service, 44c Georgia: adopts waiting period, 36c; statistical, II0c Governor: Wyoming salutes, 4Sc Grand Lecturer appointments: 9c Grand Representatives: Montana system, 4Se Grand visitor: 6c Harkins, Richard E.: explains DeMolay, 23e Historical: Nevada early history, 48c; New Hampshire restores landmark, 46c; New Jersey report, 47c; Wisconsin receives ring, 47c Honorary P.G.M.: Ohio makes, 49c Hoover, J. Edgar: DeMolay comment, 29c Human relations inquiry: SSc Hunt, Bruce Ho: photo, 20c Idaho: coaching candidate, 19c; statistical, II Oc Illinois: Masonic Home, 60c; membership report, 66c; presents P.M. cards. 74c; statistical, IIOc Indiana: adopts medal of honor, 13c; ballot letter, 10c; DeMolay oration, 27c; publication standards, 82c; wants

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A MASONIC REVIEW

new lodges, 72c; statistical, IIOc Insurance: Tennessee adopts plan, 51c Installment Masonry: 74c Israel: an editorial, 52c Italian proposal: 54c Kansas: etablishes foundation, 17c; public school committee, 85c; statistical, HOc Kentucky: G.M. views framework, 39c; statistical, IIOc Kipling and Masonry: 54c Knights Templar: 55c Ladies received: lODe Lodge of Sorrow: Tennessee ceremony, 59c Lodge room use: Ohio includes W.S., 58c; W. Virginia comments, 58c Liquor question: Georgia adopts policy, 57c Library: N. Dak. retains Masonic Library,57c Louisiana: appendent bodies, 7c; G.M. recommends one ballot; Louisiana adopts memorial service, 43c; statistical, IIOc Maine: DeMolay report, 26c; H.R.K.T.P. approval, 8c; statistical, llOC Man in Glass: 4c Maryland: concurrent jurisdiction, 19c; DeMolay report, 29c; G.M. comments appendent bodies, 8c; graveside services, 44c; disapproves raffies, 87c; man in glass, 4c; membership report, 66c; statistical, Il0c Master installed, 50c Masonic Homes: D.C. report, 59c; Ill. report, 60c; Ohio report, 62c Masonic news: New Jersey report, 63c McKinney, Robert L.: photo,20c Medal of Honor: Indiana adopts, 13c Membership: a new suggestion, 64c; Illinois distribution, 66c; Maryland report,66c Michigan: D of N request tabled, 8c; DeMolay report, 26c; statistical, II0c Microfilm: Florida uses, 69c Military lodge: 69c Minnesota: holds cribbage tournament, 20c; hospital fund, 17c; statistical, 110c Mississippi: Ecumenicism, 30c; statistical, 110c Morrison, Geo. F.: photo, 50c Montana: DeMolay report, 28c; ecumenicism, 30c; Gr. Reps., 45c; observes centennial, 14c; protocol, 79c; revises funeral service, 43c; statistical, 11le

1967

Mozart: the magic flute, 72c Murray, Russell E.: lays cornerstone, 20c; photo, 20c Nevada: early history, 48c; statistical, 111c New Hampshire: DeMolay report, 28c; restores landmark, 46c; statistical, lllc; Vietnam, 10lc New Jersey: fraternal relations comment, 40c; historical report, 47c; retirement report, 88c; requires profi. ciency, 36c; statistical, l11c New Lodges: Indiana wants new lodges, 72c; R. I. in Saudi Arabia, 73c New Mexico: brotherhood, 12c; plans centennial, 16c; statistical, llic New York: ecumenicism, 31c; fraternal relations comment, 42c; statistical, 11lc; Vietnam, 10Ic North Carolina: DeMolay report, 29c; G.M. comments on Cuba, 22c; physical disability, 76c; statistical, l11c; Vietnam, IOlc North Dakota: retains Masonic Library, 57; statistical, 11lc Object by telephone: 73c Ohio: Lodge room use, 58c; makes honorary P.G.M., 49c; Masonic Homes, 62c; relief, 18c; scholarship, 86c; statistical, II Ie; suspensions, 78c; Temple buildings,99c Oklahoma: retirement plan, 87c; statistical, 11lc; youth activities, 107c Oldest Freemason: 73c Ontario: Freemasonry in society, 77c; presents 50-year pins, 38c Oregon: public school report, 86c; statistical, 111 c Past master cards: Illinois presents, 74c Pennsylvania: binds proceedings, 49c; charity funds, 19c; Freemason, 83c; statistical, lllc; to be a Mason, 106c Permission denied: 75c Philippines: has visitor, 75c Physical disability: North Carolina comments, 76c; Washington decision, 76c Ploeser, Walter C.: photo, 50c Proceedings: Pennsylvania binds, 19c Protocol: 78c; Montana report, 79c Public appearances: 81c Publications: Indiana standards, 82c; Pennsylvania Freemason, 83c Public relations: 84c Public Schools: Calif. decision, 84c; Florida report, 85c; Kan. committee, 85c; Ohio scholarship, 86c; Oregon report,86c

1967

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Raffles: Maryland disapproves, 87c Retirement Homes: New Jersey report, 88c Retirement Plan: Oklahoma adopts, 87c; Tennessee revises, 88c Rhode Island: in Saudi Arabia, 73c; K.C. parade, 31c; statistical, 11lc; youth activities, 107c Ritual: Ariz., 89c; D.C., 89c; Miss., 89c; Ind., 90c; Mont., 91c; Wis., 91c; Mexico, 91c; Nev., 92c Scholarships: Colo. report, 92c Secret order: 93c Sesquicentennial dues card: Ind. adopts, 95c South Carolina: youth activities, 108e; statistical, Il2c South Dakota: presents 50 year pins, 37c; public relations, 84c; statistical, 112c; youth activities, 109c State of Order: Ark. comments, 95c; Calif. comments, 96c Suspensions: Ohio plan, 78c; S. Dak. report, 96c; Tasmania report, 97c Table Lodge: Wisc. report, 97c Taxation: 99c Temple Buildings: conditions ill Ohio, 99c Tennessee: adopts insurance plan, 51c; appoints G. L. visitor, 6c; Lodge of Sorrow, 59c; revises retirement plan, 88c; statistical, 112c

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Texas: approves emblems, 36c; building plans, 12c; church service, 44c; statistical, 112c To be a Mason: 106c Utah: statistical, l12c Vanlandingham, A. Basey: photo, SOc Vietnam: N. H. report, 101c; N. Y. report, lOle; N. Car. report, 10lc Virginia: statistical, 112c Voice of Masonry silent: 102c Vrooman, John Black: photo, 70c; receives honor, 69c Waiting period: Georgia adopts, 36c Washington: Acacia, 5c; age petitioner, 7c; G.M. addresses K.C., 32c; physical disability. 76c; statistical, 112c Washington's Lodge visits: 104c Washington statues: 103c W. Virginia: G. L. appointments, 9c; lodge room use, 58c; statistical, 112c Wisconsin: concurrent jurisdiction, 19c; deny chaplain's fee, 16c; exempts dues, 37c; receives ring, 47c; statistical, 112c; Table Lodge, 97c Wyoming: Acacia, 6c; ecumenicism, 34c; salutes governor, 45c; statistical, l12c Wygard, Alex G.: comments on DeMolay, 29c Youth activities: Okla. resolution, 107c; R. I. Foundation, 107c; S. Car. approval, 108c; S. Dak. speaks out, 109c

INDEX TO THE 1967 PROCEEDINGS A Address of Grand Master Russell E. Murray Appreciation . Conferences of Grand Masters of Masons in North America Cornerstones and Dedications Deaths . Dccisions . DeMolay . . Dispensations . Grand Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star . Grand Lodge Officers Meeting . Grand Master's Breakfast . Healing . Masonic Home of Missouri Meeting of D.D.G.M.'s and D.D.G.L.'s Pensions . Portageville . Ritual .. State of the Craft . Trial Commissions . Visi tations Visit to the United Grand Lodge of England . Alphabetical List of Lodges A Masonic Review Announcements Appointments Appreciation Arnhold, W. Bro. Harry, Recognizcd Assistant Superintendent of Masonic Home Auditor, Report of .

6 21 12 8 12 17 8

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4 164 163 163 167

164

Benediction . Biographical Skctch of Grand Master Russell E. Murray Board of Directors of Masonic Home, 1967-1968

167

22, 133 23, 134 164 166

Called From Labor Called to Labor Closing Committees, Special, 1967-1968 ... Committees, Standing, 1967-1968 Credentials (Interim)

165 3 D

167

District Deputy Grand Lecturers, List of, 1967-1968 District Deputy Grand Masters, List of, 1967-1968

167

Elected Officers of Grand Lodge Election of Officers . Election of Directors of the Masonic Home Board

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232 132 133

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INDEX

F Fifty-Year Buttons Presented

27 G

Grand Representatives, To and From Missouri Grand Secretaries and 'I'heir Addresses

236 170

Installation Introduction of Board of Directors of Masonic Home Introduction of D.D.G.L.'s .... Introduction of D.D.G.M.'s Introduction of Distinguished Guests Introduction of Distinguished Guests (Missouri) Introduction of Past Grand Masters .. Invitation Extended .

164 4 4 4 4 4 4 128

167 167 232 27 236 170 167 184 173

List of District Deputy Grand Lecturers List of District Deputy Grand Masters List of Elected Officers of the Grand Lodge List of 50-Year Buttons Presented . List of Grand Representatives and Their Addresses List of Grand Secretaries and Their Addresses . List of Living Past Grand Masters of This Jurisdiction List of Lodges Alphabetically by Location and Districts List of Lodges, Numerically, With Charter Dates Lodge Directory, By Districts . Lodges Under Dispensation ..

210 158

Messages ... Motion Regarding Harry S Truman

154 N

Nominations for the Masonic Home Board Numerical List of Lodges, \\lith District Numbers and Charter Dates

22 173

o Officers, Grand Lodge of Missouri, 1967-1968 Officers of Masonic Home, 1967-1968 Opening . Other Appointments .

.. 2, Cover IV 166 3 166

P Past Grand Masters, Living 167 Photograph of Grand Master Russell E. Murray (1966-1967) Frontispiece Photograph of Grand Master William R. Denslow (1967-1968) . . . . . . . .. 250 Presentations ...................................... ........... 164 Proficiency Certificates ... ......... 116 Proposed Amendments to By-Laws 48, 50, 51, 126, 128

1967

INDEX

R Remarks of Grand Master Regarding Odom Lodge V.D. Remarks by W. Bro. F. Lowell Boedecker Remarks by M.W. Bro. John A. Bottorf . Remarks by R.W. Bro. Elmer Johnston Remarks by W. Bro. Harold L. Lowe Remarks by M.W. Bro. James McFadin Remarks by M.W. Bro. Kenneth Miller Remarks by R.W. Bro. Edward E. Nixon Remarks by W. Bro. William J. Tobler. Remarks by R.W. Bro. Ralph E. Whipple Report of Auditor . Report of Committee on: Appeals and Grievances Building Supervisory Board By-Laws . Credentials . Entertainment of Distinguished Guests Fraternal Correspondence . Grand Master's Address . Jurisprudence . . . Masonic Boards of Relief . Masonic Education Masonic Temple Association of St. Louis Mileage and Per Diem . Necrology . Recognition of Foreign Grand Lodges Relief and Charity Ritual . Special Committee on Public Schools . Ways and Means Report of Grand Lecturer Report of Grand Secretary Report of Grand Treasurer Report of the Masonic Home . Report of Missouri Lodge of Research Resolutions Presented . Results of Election of Directors of the Masonic Home Board Results of Election of Grand Lod~e Officers Roll of Dead Lodges

159 129 128 129 129 128 127 128 129 129

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154 160 23 162 161 130 24 135 147 152 146

163 130 145 134 116

155 156 114

25 41 52 23, 167 49, 50, 129 133 132 239

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Superintendent of the Masonic Home T

Tabular Statement of the Grand Secretary

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