1982 Proceedings - Grand Lodge of Missouri by Missouri Freemasons

GRAND LODGE Ancient, Free and Accepted

Masons of the State of Missouri •

Official Proceedings One Hundred Sixty-First Annual Communication •

September 27 and 28, 1982, A.L. 5982

BIOGRAPHICAL WILLIAM J. HILL Grand Master. 1982-83 M.W. Bro. Wm. J. Hill is a third-generation Freemason, and comes from a family of Masons "on both sides of the house." In 1895 his maternal grandfather, David Kelvey Latta, was made a Mason in St. John Royal Arch, Saltcoats-Ardrossan Lodge No. 320, Ardrossan, Scotland. His father, Earl W. Hill, was raised a Master Mason in Keystone Lodge No. 102, Coffeyville, Kansas, in 1927, later transferring to Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446, Kansas City, Missouri, where Brother Hill's only brother, Robert L. Hill, had already become a member. Brother Hill's paternal great-uncle was a charter member of Brotherhood Lodge No. 269, St.Joseph, Missouri. His mother's only brother, James K. Latta, is a member of an Oklahoma Lodge, and his mother has been a long-time active member of the Order of Eastern Star and of the True Kindred. Brother Hill was initiated in Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446 on 2-17-55 and raised on 4-30-55. By 9-19-56, Brother Hill had earned a Coaching Certificate from the Grand Lodge of Missouri. In December, 1956, he was appointed to the Advancing Line ofIvanhoe Lodge No. 446 and served as Worshipful Master in 1963. He immediately began serving as a member of the Board of Directors of Ivanhoe Masonic Temple Company and continued on the Board until 1980, serving as Vice President from 1973 to 1980. Immediately following his year as Master in 1963, he was appointed D.D.G.M. ofthe 22nd Masonic District of Missouri, Divison B, by the late M.W. Bro. George F. Morrison, Grand Master. Thereafter, he was appointed to the Grand Lodge Jurisprudence Committee for seven years, serving as Chairman in 1969 under J. Morgan Donelson, Grand Master. In 1974 he was appointed Senior Grand Marshall in the Advancing Line by M.W. Bro. Walter L. "Bud" Walker, Grand Master and now serves as the 136th Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Missouri. As a member of the Advancing Line, in 1977 he became a member of the Board of Directors of the Masonic Home, and as Deputy Grand Master in 1980-81, served as its President. While serving on the Board, Brother Hill was instrumental in initiating and developing a professional study of the fund raising potential for the Western Unit, and as President was instrumental in initiating and is presently deeply involved in the development of a professional informational/educational public relations program for the Home. Immediately following his Installation, Brother Hill launched the "I Can T.O.P. M.A.G.I.<Z:." [Pennies] Program for the Masonic Home, the "I Can S.O.W. A S.E.E.D." Program for temporary relief of victims of national and local disaster, the "V.I.T.-C [Visibility In The-Community] Program, and developed an inspirational, motivational and practical aid to achievement format for the Area Meetings, re-naming them for the year 1981-1982, "Leadership Preparation & Goal Conferences." Brother Hill is a 32째 K.C.C.H. member of the Scottish Rite, Kansas City 1

BIOGRAPHICAL

1982

Valley, presently serving as Junior Warden of the Lodge of Perfection. He is a member of K. C. Chapter No. 28, R.A.M., K.C. Council No. 45, R.&S.M., K.C. Commandery No. 10, K.T., and Mary Conclave, Red Cross of Constantine, serving the latter as Sovereign in 1980. He is also a member of Ararat Temple, A.A.M.O.M.S. At age 16, Brother Hill became a DeMolay, joining Mother Chapter when Frank S. Land, Founder and Secretary-General, was serving as its Advisor. He served as Master Counselor, received the Representative DeMolay Award, Order of Chevalier, Legion of Honor, and in 1980, assumed the role of Commander in the East of the Public Investiture of Mother Preceptory, a position previously held by only three men since 1927, including Frank S. Land, who held the position for nineteen years. He is an honorary member of the Supreme Council of the Order of DeMolay, is General Counsel, and by virtue thereof, is a member of its Executive Committee. Brother Hill was born in Coffeyville, Kansas, educated in the Kansas City Public Schools, and following his service with the 35th Infantry Division in all five campaigns in the ETO in WWII, was graduated from the University of Missouri at Columbia with a Juris Doctorate in 1951. After two years on the legal staff of the Kansas City Public Service Company, he entered the private practice of law in Kansas City, in which he has ever since been engaged. While at UMC, Brother Hill became a member of the Phi Delta Phi Legal Fraternity and the Lambda Chi Alpha Social Fraternity. After graduation he became active in the Lambda Chi Kansas City Alumni Association in many capacities, and then served the Fraternity on its National Board of Directors for eight years, from 1964 to 1972. Brother Hill has served as a Deacon of Memorial Christian Church and as an Elder of a Mission Church in the Presbyterian Church of America. Brother Hill is married to the former JoAnn Graham, and they have two daughters and six grandsons. They are the second family to live in their home, which is located in the historic William Rockhill Nelson area of Kansas City, is registered with the City Landmark Commission, and is being considered for the National Register.

GRAND LODGE Ancient, Free and Accepted

Masons of the State of Missouri •

Official Proceedings One Hundred Sixty-First Annual Communication •

September 27 and 28, 1982, A.L. 5982

OFFICERS

Grand Lodge of Missouri 1981-82 WM. J. HILL

M.W. Grand Master 2330 Commerce Tower, 911 Main St" Kansas City 64105 EARL K. DILLE Deputy Grand Master 27 Dunleith Drive, St. Louis 63131 ROBERT J. CREDE Senior Grand Warden Route 2, Jefferson City 65101 VERN H. SCHNEIDER Junior Grand Warden 100 North Broadway, Suite 700, St. Louis 63102 W. MARION LUNA Grand Treasurer c/o Bank of Piedmont, P.O. Box 398, Piedmont 63957-1398 FRANK A. ARNOLD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Grand Secretary 800 Highway 63 North, Columbia 65201-6697 STANTON T. BROWN Grand Lecturer Route I, Box 225, Buckner 64016 CHARLES E. SCHEURICH Senior Grand Deacon 124 Meadow Lane, Columbia 65201 P. VINCENT KINKEAD Junior Grand Deacon Route 2, Box 243, Farmington 63640 WILLIAM H. WISBROCK Senior Grand Steward 733 Landscape Avenue, Webster Groves 63119 THOMAS K. MCGUIRE, Jr. Junior Grand Steward 2522 South Glendale Avenue, Springfield 65804 ROBERT D. JENKINS Senior Grand Marshal 7741 Troost, Kansas City 64131 THOMAS C. WARDEN Junior Grand Marshal P.O. Box 540, Owensville 65066-0540 EMIL O. BAYERL Grand Sword Bearer Ellison Apartments, 300 West Armour Boulevard, Kansas City 64111 BERT W. CASSELMAN Grand Pursuivant 6001 N.W. Hilltop Road, Parkville 64151 THE REV. CARL L. RADFORD Grand Chaplain 2334 South Dollison, Springfield 65807 THE REV. CECIL H. HURT Grand Chaplain 400 Crestview Drive, Union 63084 Grand Chaplain DR. W. TRIBBEY NICKERSON 2309 Erie Street, North Kansas City 64116 DR. J. C. MONTGOMERY,JR., P.G.M Grand Chaplain Saint John's United Methodist Church, 5000 Washington Avenue, St. Louis 63}08 THE REV. ROBERT B. ARMOUR Grand Chaplain 19 West 66th Terrace, Kansas City 64113 THE REV. WOODSON O. BENNETT, SR. . Grand Chaplain 4401 Norledge, Kansas City 64123 GEORGE E. WINSLOW Grand Orator 1311 East 100th Terrace, Kansas City 64131 . HERBERT C. HOFFMAN Grand Orator 2414 Commerce Tower, 911 Main Street, Kansas City 64105 EMANUEL R. SHOCKEY Grand Tiler 7916 James A. Reed Road, Kansas City 64138

One Hundred Sixty-First Annual Communication ORGAN SELECTIONS Jack J. Stottlemyre, Organist

The Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri convened in the 161st Annual Communication on Monday, September 27, 1982 in the auditorium of the Scottish Rite Temple, 1330 Linwood Boulevard, Kansas City, Missouri. M.W. Past Grand路 Master Walter L. Walker called the Grand Lodge to order at 10:00 a.m. for the presentation of Most Worshipful Grand Master William J. Hill and other Grand Lodge Officers. M.W. Brother Walker presented the Grand Officers of the Grand Lodge of Missouri, 1981-82: Grand Tiler - RW. Bro. Emanuel R. Shockey, Kansas City Grand Orator - R.W. Bro. Herbert C. Hoffman, Kansas City Grand Orator - R.W. Bro. George E. Winslow, Wimberly, Texas Grand Chaplain - R.W. Bro. Woodson O. Bennett, Sr., Kansas City Grand Chaplain - R.W. Bro. Robert B. Armour, Kansas City Grand Chaplain - M.W. Bro. J. C. Montg-omery, Jr., St. Louis Grand Chaplain - RW. Bro. W. Tribbey Nickerson, North Kansas City Grand Chaplain - RW. Bro. Cecil H. Hurt, Union Grand Chaplain - R.W. Bro. Carl L. Radford, Springfield Grand Pursuivant - R.W. Bro. Bert W. Casselman, Parkville Grand Sword Bearer - RW. Bro. Emil O. Bayerl, Kansas City Junior Grand Marshal- R.W. Bro. Thomas C. Warden, Owensville Senior Grand Marshal - R.W. Bro. Robert D. Jenkins, Kansas City Junior Grand Steward - R. W. Bro. Thomas K. Mc(~uire, Jr., Springfield Senior Grand Steward - RW. Bro. William H. Wisbrock, Webster Groves Junior Grand Deacon - R.W. Bro. P. Vincent Kinkead, Farming-lOn Senior Grand Deacon - R.W. Bro. Charles E. Scheurich, Columbia Grand Lecturer - R.W. Bro. Stanton T. Brown, Buckner Grand Secretary - RW. Bro. Frank A. Arnold, Boonville-Columbia Grand Treasurer - R.W. Bro. W. Marion Luna, Piedmont Junior Grand Warden - R.W. Bro. Vern H. Schneider, St. Louis Senior Grand Warden - R.W. Bro. Robert J. Crede, Jefferson City Deputy Grand Master - R.W. Bro. Earl K. Dille, St. Louis

M.W. BROTHER WALKER: Brethren, some years ago it was my duty and pleasure to appoint a man into our Grand Lodge Line, to advance in contemplation of becoming Grand Master. That man has now arrived as Grand Master. Perhaps one of the main concerns and considerations I had this man had the quality to fulfill. He has the courage to tell it like it is. Will you join me in welcoming our Grand Master, Most Worshipful Brother William J. Hill of Kansas City?

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

The Grand Lodge stood in applause of welcome as M.W. Grand Master Hill entered the auditorium. M.W. Grand Master Wm.]. Hill with the Grand Lodge Officers opened the 161st Annual Communication on the Degree of Master Mason in accordance with Missouri Ritual. Wor. Bro. JackJ. Stottlemyre at the organ accompanied the singing of the opening ode. R.W. Grand Chaplain W. Tribbey Nickerson offered prayer. M.W. GRAND MASTFR HILL: Brethren, it is truly a pleasure, an honor, and a privilege for me to stand before you here in this temple and welcome you to the 161 st Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Missouri. I am delighted to see that we have a full house. So, I would like for you to give yourselves a big hand right now for this Communication, knowing that we are going to have a good time. Join with me. (Applause.) Brethren, I couldn't help but feel the thrill that went through my body this morning when I heard you sing the opening ode. I wished the rest of America could hear my Brother Masons sing about our country. I am going to ask you, if you will, to stand with me that we might at this point recite the "Pledge of Allegiance." CREDENTIALS COMMITTEE - INTERIM REPORT

R.W. Bro. Ray Hilton, Chairman of the Committee on Credentials, presented the interim report. To the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri: BRFTHRE1\:: Your Committee on Credentials is pleased to report that a constitutional number of subordinate lodges is present for this communication. RAY HILT01\:, Chairman. INTRODUCTION OF PAST GRAND MASTERS OF MISSOURI

R.W. Senior Grand Deacon Charles E. Scheurich introduced the Past Grand Masters of Missouri who were present: Frank P. Briggs (1957-58) Bruce H. Hunt (1960-61) J. Morgan Donelson (1969-70) William H Chapman (1970-71) Thomas J. Davis, Jr. (1971-72) Walter L. Walker (1973-74) Herman A. Orlick (1974-75)

Lewis C. Wes Cook (1975-76) Fielding A. Poe (1976-77) Dr. James A. Noland, Jr. (1977-78) Dr. J. C. Montgomery, Jr. (1978-79) Gus O. Nations (1979-80) Dr. J. Edward Blinn (1980-81)

As each Past Grand Master was introduced, the Grand Lodge greeted him with applause. M.W. GRAND MASTER HILL to the Past Grand Masters: Brethren, if! were to count the many intimacies and occasions where we shared with each one of you, we could spend the rest of this Grand Lodge Session. That is one of the benefits a man has when he serves in the advancing line and becomes Grand Master. He has the opportunity to share and associate with men like you. And it cannot be put into words. There is nothing of wisdom that I could say at this point to any one of you, individually or collectively. I have the greatest respect for all that

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

you have done and all that you represent, not only to the Masonic Fraternity, but also to me as a person. I thank you very much for having come to this Grand Lodge Session. Grand Master Hill called up the Grand Lodge, The Grand Lodge accorded the Grand Honors to the Past Grand Masters. INTRODUCTION OF GRAND MASTERS OF OTHER GRAND LODGES

RW. Junior Grand Deacon P. Vincent Kinkead introduced the Grand Masters of other grand jurisdictions: M.W. M.W. M.W. M.W. M.W.

Grand Grand Grand Grand Grand

Master M. Monroe Robinson of Arkansas Master Non'al P. Marks of Iowa Master Robert G. Jackson of Kansas Master Thomas T. Elkins of Louisiana Master John T. Pigg of Tennessee

The Grand Master welcomed the visiting Grand Masters. The Grand Lodge accorded them the Grand Honors. INTRODUCTION OF GRAND OFFICERS OF OTHER GRAND LODGES

R.W. Senior Grand Steward William H. Wisbrock introduced the Grand Officers of other grand jurisdictions: R.W. RW. RW. R.W.

Deputy Grand Master Robert R. Stevens of Indiana Grand Secretary Tom Eggleston of Iowa Grand Secretary Albert O. Arnold, Jr., of Kansas Grand Senior Warden R. H. Bob Waters of Texas INTRODUCTION OF REPRESENTATIVES OF AFFILIATED MASONIC BODIES OF MISSOURI

RW.Junior Grand Steward Thomas K. McGuire,Jr., introduced the leaders of the Appendant Bodies of Missouri: R.W. Bro. Walter C. Ploeser, Sovereign Grand Inspector General of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Orient of Missouri. Bro.James H. Miller, Most Excellent Grand High Priest ofthe Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons, State of Missouri. R.W. Bro. Ronald R Bielby, Most Illustrious Grand Master of the Grand Council of Cryptic Masons, State of Missouri. Bro. Austin G. Felton, Right Eminent Grand Commander of the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar, State of Missouri. Bro. Mark Squibb, State Master Councilor of Missouri, International Order of DeMolay. R.W. Bro. Ronald M. Compton, Executive Officer of Missouri, International Order of DeMolay. Bro. LionelJ. Goede, Associate Grand Guardian of the Grand Guardian Council of Missouri, International Order of Job's Daughters. Bro. Frederick M. Harle, Illustrious Potentate of Ararat Temple, A.A.O.N.M.S., Kansas City. Bro. George M. Saunders, Imperial Recorder Emeritus of the Imperial Council, A.A.O.N.M.S.

RW. Bro. Walter C. Ploeser, Sovereign Grand Inspector General, responded for the representatives of the organization of the Masonic Family of Missouri. In part, Brother Ploeser brought the greeting of the 2,200 Scottish Rite Masons of the Northern Jurisdiction who are in attendance at the annual

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

meeting of the Supreme Council, which is being held at St. Louis. Brother Ploeser expressed the personal greeting of M.W. Bro. Stanley Maxwell, Sovereign Grand Commander of the Supreme Council of the Northern Jurisdiction of the Scottish Rite. M.W. GRAND MASTER HILL explained that R.W. Brother Ploeser has divided responsibilities at this time: The Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Missouri at Kansas City and the annual meeting of the Northern Jurisdiction in the Scottish Rite Cathedral at St. Louis. M.W. Brother Hill recognized the courtesy of the Scottish Rite for the privilege of holding Annual Communications of the Grand Lodge in the St. Louis Scottish Rite Cathedral at St. Louis for many, many years and for the opportunity to hold this 1982 Annual Communication in the Scottish Rite Temple at Kansas City. And M.W. Brother Hill asked Brother Ploeser to take a message of greeting to Illustrious Grand Commander Stanley Maxwell of the Northern Jurisdiction on his behalf, in recognition of the historical event when the Northern Jurisdiction holds the annual meeting at a place located in the Southern Jurisdiction. INTRODUCTION AND RECOGNITION OF DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND MASTERS

R.W. Senior Grand Marshal Robert D.Jenkins presented for recognition the Right Worshipful Brothers who served as District Deputy Grand Master during the year 1981-82. INTRODUCTION AND RECOGNITION OF DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND LECTURERS

R.W. Grand Lecturer Stanton T. Brown presented for recognition the Right Worshipful Brothers who served as District Deputy Grand Lecturers during the year 1981-82. INTRODUCTION OF PAST GRAND TREASURER AND PAST GRAND LECTURER

R.W. Junior Grand Marshal Thomas C. Warden introduced R.W. Bro. William H. Utz, Jr., Grand Treasurer Emeritus, and R.W. Bro. Freelon K. Hadley, Grand Lecturer Emeritus. The Grand Lodge recognized the two distinguished brothers with the accolade of standing applause. INTRODUCTION OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND STAFF OF MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI

RW. Deputy Grand Master Earl K. Dille, President of the Masonic Home Board, introduced the members of the Board and the administrative staff of the Home: M.W. Bro. Wm. J. Hill, Honorary Chairman of the Board R.W. Bro. Harry C. Ploetze, Vice President War. Bro. Joseph H. Collison, Treasurer R.W. Bro. Carl I. Stein, Secretary R.W. Bro. Robert J. Crede R.W. Bro. Vern H. Schneider R.W. Bro. Charles E. Scheurich R.W. Bro. Robert G. Bird Bro. James E. Dearing

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

RW. Bro. Albert J. Elfrank R.W. Bro. Robert D. Jenkins R.W. Bro. K. Roger Pennel Wor. Bro. D. Eldon Turnbull Bro. H. David Thomas, Administrator Bro. Emil E. Corte, Director of Procurement M.W. Bro. Fielding A. Poe, Assistant Co-Ordinator of Fraternal Relations

R.W. Brother Dille paid respect to R.W. Bro. Howard E. Ward, CoOrdinator of Fraternal Relations, who was absent from the Session for the reason of serious illness. R.W. Brother Dille turned over a check from Latimer Lodge No. 145 at Licking in the amount of $700 to the Secretary of the Masonic Home Board. EDICT OF MOST WORSHIPFUL GRAND MASTER

The Grand Secretary read the EDICT of M.W. Grand Master Wm. J. Hill, relative to payment of Mileage and Per Diem. EDICT

WHEREAS, ยง 1.080 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws, as amended 1981, expressly provides that the members of the Grand Lodge, as therein designated, are "paid $40.00 for each day they are in actual attendance upon the Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge"; and WHEREAS, It is inherent in the obligation of each member ofthe Grand Lodge to be in actual attendance until the hour of adjournment on each day for which a per diem is claimed and accepted, unless otherwise excused by the Grand Master for good cause; and WHEREAS, The hour of adjournment allows all members to return to their respective places of abode within the State of Missouri by an acceptable hour after adjournment on the second day; Now therefore, by virtue of the power and authority in me vested as Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri, It Is Ordered, That at the 161st Annual Communication, to be convened in Session, September 27 through September 28, 1982, all members of the Grand Lodge, entitled to receive mileage and per diem under and subject to the provisions of ยง 1.080, shall be paid per diem only for each day in which they are in actual attendance upon the Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge until the hour of adjournment for that day; It Is Further Ordered, That each member of the Grand Lodge, at the time of registration for this Session, shall clearly indicate in the place provided in the registration form each day upon which he shall be in actual attendance at this Session; It Is Further Ordered, That no check for mileage and per diem in any amount may be released to a member entitled thereto until after the actual aqjournment of the Grand Lodge on the second day, without prior permission of the Grand Master, which shall be granted only upon good cause shown; It Is Further Ordered, That no check for mileage and per diem in any amount shall be delivered to any person other than the member named therein as payee, without prior permission of the Grand Master, which permission shall be granted only for good cause shown and only if the member named as payee shall be found to be entitled to the full amount thereof; It Is Further Ordered, That any check not claimed, by the member named therein as payee, within a reasonable time after adjournment of the Grand Lodge on the last day, shall be delivered to the Grand Secretary; It Is Further Ordered, That thereafter a member claiming a right to any amount for mileage and per diem shall receive a check only upon his signed written application within sixty (60) days after the close of Grand Lodge, which application must be accom-

1982

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

panied by a stamped, addressed envelope, and only then if such written application states clearly each day for which a claim is made and clearly represents that such member was in actual attendance until the hour of adjournment for each day so claimed; It Is Further Ordered. That checks which remain unclaimed after sixty (60) days shall be canceled and the monies represented thereby shall be and become the property and monies of the Grand Lodge of Missouri; It Is Further Ordered, That a copy of this Edict shall be mailed to the Worshipful Master and to the Secretary of all constituent lodges of Missouri in advance of the 161 st Annual Communication and that the same shall be read as a part of or at the time of the initial partial report of the Committee on Credentials. DONE this 25th day of August, 1982, at Kansas City. WM.

HILL,

Grand Afaster.

NOMINATIONS FOR MASONIC HOME BOARD

The following brothers were placed in nomination for the two four-year terms as members of the Board of Directors of the Masonic Home of Missouri: R.W. Bro. Seibert Etter, nominated by M.W. Bro. J. Edward Blinn Wor. Bro. James A. Estell, nominated by R.W. Bro. William H. Utz, Jr.

There being no other nominations, and in accordance with Section 23.040 of Grand Lodge By-Laws, the Grand Secretary cast the unanimous ballot of the Grand Lodge for the election of Seibert Etter and James A. Estell as members of the Board of Directors of the Masonic Home of Missouri for terms of four years, respectively. MESSAGES AND GREETINGS

The Grand Secretary read the message of greetings from the Grand Secretary for Foreign Relations of the State of Sao Paulo (Brazil) and the letter of good wishes and fraternal congratulations of the Grand Chapter of Missouri, Order of the Eastern Star. ANNUAL REPORT OF GRAND MASTER

M.W. Grand Master Hill advised the delegates in attendance at the Grand Lodge Communication that it would be necessary to read a part of the report during the Morning Session and to continue the reading during the Afternoon Session in order to present the complete and whole message. The Address of Grand Master Hill is printed in its entirety in these pages of the Official PROCEEDIl\:GS for the appropriate reason of continuity. Grand Master Hill invited RW. Deputy Grand Master Earl K. Dille to preside during the reading of the report.

Address of the Grand Meister To the Grand Lodge ofAruient, Free and Accepted Masons ofthe State ofMissouri:

My dear Brethren: KEYNOTE Brother Benjamin Franklin, renowned American, philosopher, inventor, genius of his time, and an ardent practitioner of Freemasonry, once said: We must always stand on the shoulders of our predecessors.

This profound yet wise statement has deep meaning. To me it means that we must not only improve upon the work of the generation last past, but our generation must unselfishly act to enable the next generation to improve upon what we have done today. Improvement, however, always entails change. The great Charles F. Kettering said: The world hates change; yet it is the only thing which has brought progress.

Thus, to build, one must always strive to leave things better than he found them through the medium of acceptable and constructive change. Let us now review our joint efforts of the last year, together with my official and unofficial acts as your Grand Master. In so doing, let us heed the wise admonition of the Immortal Bard, when he wrote, "This above all: To thine own selfbe true." I shall, therefore, speak candidly to you as my Brethren. Only by being candid and objective will our review reflect the true condition of Freemasonry in the State of Missouri. Only by determining where we have been and where we are today, can we intelligently determine what our goal for tomorrow should be and how we are going to reach it. Where positive recommendations would be appropriate, they have been made in context, rather than accumulated out of context at the end. They have been appropriately identified for future quick reference in the unexpected event that they will become the source of value to future Grand Masters. GOAL OF CHANGING ATTITUDES To keep my promise of being candid, I must at the outset tell you of the goal which I set long before becoming Grand Master. It was to change attitudes. Attitudes reflect thoughts, negative or positive. Thoughts are conceived in the minds of our members individually and collectively. Therefore,! consider the collective mind of the Leadership of the Grand Lodge and Constituent Lodges, as well as that of the general membership, to be extremely powerful. I have never deviated from the goal of changing attitudes, even now as I present this Address. To entertain the thought that the change in the collective mind of the Fraternity, or even in its Leadership, would be substantial by the end of the year, is to be naive. To entertain the thought that it could be re-directed in a more positive vein, however, is realistic. The idea of altering attitudes, which in turn results in changing failure to success, is the ultimate in goal setting.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

A POSITIVE APPROACH TO CHANGING ATTITUDES Napoleon said, "Thoughts rule the world." Another Napoleon, Napoleon Hill, author and lecturer, made a career of pursuing the secret of success. Knowing it to lie deep in the bosom of nature, he sought the thoughts of successful men upon this subject. He literally interviewed hundreds of men such as Andrew Carnegie, Ford, Kettering, Edison, Chrysler, Theodore Roosevelt and Robert Dollar, to name but a few, all of whom had somehow independently discovered and used the same basic principles of success. With many, Hill discovered the principles were like the parts of an automobile. These men knew how to operate it, but did not fully understand what made it operate. After twenty years of relentless research, unknowingly using the very principles he was seeking, Hill isolated and reduced these principles to one statement. He called it "The Master Key to Success," which simply states: Whatever the mind of man can CONCEIVE and BELIEVE it can ACHIEVE.

Extending the expression of this truism to the implied but essential element of ACTION, Paul J. Meyers, President of Success Motivation Institute, states: Whatever YOU vividly IMAGINE, ardently DESIRE, sincerely BELIEVE, and enthusiastically ACT upon ... must inevitably come to pass.

Dr. Maxwell Maltz, Plastic Surgeon and Author of "Psycho-Cybernetics," in his scientific analysis of the brain and mind, confirms the truth of the foregoing statement and describes the principle as a natural law, the successful results of which cannot be denied its user when properly practiced. As Freemasons we can readily accept the principles of natural law authored by the Great Architect of the Universe. The greatest example of this principle is the American concept of Freedom. It began as a thought, an idea, in the minds of a few courageous men, our Founding Fathers. They not only conceived and imagined it, they ardently desired it, believed it possible, and had so much faith in it, they pledged their lives and fortunes, took ACTION against overwhelming odds, and achieved it under this natural law which could not deny their goal. The thought of these few men has become the collective thought of the Free World today. Yes, as Napoleon so astutely observed, "Thoughts rule the world." It follows that thoughts rule our Fraternity. It was with this fundamental principle of success in mind that I attempted to prepare to serve you as Grand Master. PREPARATION FOR A YEAR OF CHANGING ATTITUDES My first preparatory objective was to determine "what" we have been doing in our Symbolic Lodges, "how" we have been doing it, and "why" we have not been experiencing vitality and growth in more than twenty-four years. Only by so doing can we develop a plan to restore vitality and growth. Only by so doing can we convince the Leadership that the destiny of Freemasonry lies within our own hands. Only by so doing can we work together to develop and implement programs designed to bring about this desirable result. Only by action programs, deliberately designed to re-direct the attitudes or minds of the general membership, can we restore vitality and growth.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

During my service in the Advancing Line, and particularly as Deputy Grand Master, a considerable study was undertaken to answer these questions. Notwithstanding a lack of computer capability with which to establish a data base, I manually tabulated, synthesized and analyzed the vast reservoir of invaluable information contained in the standardized District Deputy Grand Master Reports of 1980-81. I then did the same with respect to the 1981-82 Reports for comparison and follow-up purposes. Heretofore, this information, and the time, energy and money expended to compile it, have for the most part gone to waste. The information obtained from this effort confirmed that our average attendance statewide is slightly less than 15%, if we include officers. Excluding officers, the average attendance drops to slightly less than 3%. Many Districts, when officers are excluded from the computations, show a minus average attendance. It follows logically, that what we do and the way we do it internally in our Symbolic Lodges is not satisfying to 85% of the initiated. What is it then, that we do in our Symbolic Lodges and how do we do it? I submit for your consideration that the only logical answer is found in the following deductive reasoning. The active leadership has, over the years, slowly but surely, accepted the purpose of the Symbolic Lodge as being the "caretaker" of the Ritual. As such they have come to accept as their primary purpose the "reproduction of their own specie." Instead of this purpose being a means to an end, it has now become the end itself. This function is now performed, when there are candidates, behind four walls and tiled doors, without visibility to the world of the uninitiated, and as a main activity without interest to the majority of the initiated. Even the active leadership involved in this purpose have limitations upon their enthusiasm for ritual and ritual extensions through Masonic education. The study shows that less than 13% of the lodges have "any" form of Masonic education program for new members. Further, few members who ardently participate in the Ritual remain in the Lodge Room during the lectures to fulfill that proclaimed thirst for knowledge through "more light" to be found in the never-ending lessons of Freemasonry. The extensive effort during the last two years by the Grand Lodge Committee on Masonic Education to bring Harry Carr, world renowned Masonic scholar and lecturer from England, to present interesting and highly informative lectures at four locations around the State of Missouri, was supported by less than 1% of our Craft the first year, and even less this year. The contention that the Ritual has become our end purpose is supported by the manner in which we use our monetary resources. By carefully re-aligning all expense items in last year's Grand Lodge budget according to the following basic classifications, it reveals that the anticipated income was utilized as follows: Administrative Legislative (Annual Communication) Educational Ritual (Direct Expense Only) Charity

. . . . .

47.50% 23.25 18.25 7.25 3.75 100.00%

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

Administrative and legislative expense are largely "housekeeping," and account for 70.75% of our budgeted income. As necessary basic operating expense, they are supportive of the Constituent Lodges in carrying out their primary purpose. Education, accounting for another 18.25%, is largely consumed in publishing The Freemason and some excellent "marketable at cost" hand-out type booklets and pamphlets. Not all, but a substantial portion of The Freemason has been for many years allotted to ritual oriented material. It includes Masonology, an extension of the principles and history so much a part of the degrees and ritual lessons, a Ritual Corner complete with the picture of our well-known Grand Lecturer, and the reporting of highly localized ceremonial events and factual type news. The booklets and pamphlets, with some exception, are largely extensions or explanations of Masonic history and principles. That leaves 11 % of our budget. Ritual claims 7.25% for direct expense. Charity, presumably one of our foundation stones, receives the remaining 3.75%. But even that is misleading. The sum of $15,000.00 is customarily budgeted, but seldom is all of it used by the Grand Lodge Committee on Relief and Charity. By ยง5.090 of our By-Laws, the use of these funds is restricted, to quote the statute, "to distressed worthy cases of Masonic charity, who in the opinion of the Masonic Home Board can be cared for most advantageously outside the Masonic Home." Historically, the Committee meets as a part of the regular meetings of the Masonic Home Board, and there has been no .perceptible amount of administrative expense in making distributions from these very limited charitable funds. The question then becomes what activities does the Lodge engage in, other than ritual, to open and close the Lodge, the business session to read the minutes and pay the bills, and ritual work to conduct degrees when there are candidates? Do the Constituent Lodges carryon charitable work on their own to such an extent as it would alone justify their existence and the Grand Lodge housekeeping expense to support them? The statistical study for 1980-81 is most revealing. It was disappointing to see that 18% of all lodges did not make a charitable distribution. It also revealed that 61 % of all lodges gave $75.00 or less. Lastly, it should be noted that the total contributions by all lodges for the year was $132,674.00, for an average of approximately $244.00 per lodge, and an average of approximately $1.43 per member. However, of this total, Charity Lodge No. 311, at St. Joseph, gave $31,070.00, which amounts to 23.4% of all reported contributions. Incidentally, that unselfish contribution [God bless them] was to help realize our dream of a Western Unit of The Masonic Home. By comparison with the current year 1981-82, it was disappointing to see that 17.3% of all lodges still did not make charitable contributions. The contributions by 530 lodges reporting totaled $96,470.34, for an average of$182.00 per lodge, and an average of $1.07 per member. Without intending to be disparaging, it is difficult to justify the expenditure of70.75% of the Grand Lodge income as housekeeping expense to support an unorganized effort of the Constituent Lodges which generates charitable contributions equal to approximately 35% of that housekeeping expense. Do the Constituent Lodges carryon sufficient social activities to justify their existence and this same housekeeping expense? The reports asked if the

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Constituent Lodges hold six events, consisting of Open Installation, Washington's Birthday, two Saint John observances, a Past Master's Night, and a Charter Anniversary. In 1980-81, of the 3,252 events possible, only 870 were reported, making a total of 26.7% participation. In 1981-82, of the possible 3,180 events, only 910 were held, making a total of 28.6% participation. It is acknowledged that there may be other social events held that are not reflected by the reports, but these statistics reveal that less than one-third of our lodges are being led to observe these basic Masonic events. Do the Constituent Lodges carryon an extensive program to support the three youth organizations which identify themselves with us? The statistical study shows that in 1980-81, of the 533 lodges reporting, 70 or 13.1 % answered "yes." The reports for 1981-82 show that of the 531 lodges reporting, 82 or 15.5% answered "yes." In spite of the increase of 2.4%, which is certainly commendable, participation in this worthwhile cause by only 15% of our Constituent Lodges would not justify the expenditure of 70.75% of our budgeted income to support that purpose alone. Let us look at the significant facts compiled from the District Deputy Grand Masters Reports for 1980-81. Of the 533 lodges included in the study, it was reported that 1,699 members had been raised in 1979-80 and that 2,143 petitions were in progress in 1980-81. This shows 26% more petitions in progress than were raised the previous year. At first blush, this seems encouraging. However, in the follow-up study of 1981-82, of the 530 lodges included in that study, it was reported that only 1,652 members were raised in 1980-81 and that 2,272 petitions were then in progress. Thus, even allowing for some inaccuracy by reason of the source of this information, we must face the alarming fact that only about 77% of the 2,143 petitions in progress in 1980-81 were raised in 1981-82, a loss of approximately 23%. Accordingly, even though the number of petitions in progress in 1981-82 is 22.69% higher than the number raised in 1980-81, if the percentage raised turns out as the previous year, we will lose another 23%. While many bemoan the loss of membership through suspension for nonpayment of dues, the average loss computed over the seven year period of 1979 to 1981, inclusive, shows it to be only .0184%. Although my study was not extended to confirm such, if we assume that the 23% loss through failure to advance and the near 2% loss for non-payment of dues is typical over the last twenty-four years, then if they had not occurred, instead of a loss of slightly more than 1,400 members per year on an average, we would have held our own. The immediate reaction to these facts, and as these facts have been generally perceived over the past years, is to identify and attack these two areas of loss as the cause. But such action is the proverbial aspirin to relieve the symptom of pain and is never effective because it fails to locate and treat the cause of the pain. Failure to advance and suspension for non-payment of dues are symptoms, not a cause. In addition, we are failing to attract new members on a scale that would represent significant vitality and growth. It logically follows that the external appearance of what we do and the way we do it is not attractive to the uninitiated, or more likely, we are not sufficiently visible that they even know we exist. By this deductive reasoning, the conclusion as to what we do in our Constituent Lodges today is inescapable. We end up "making- Masons," the laq{e

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

percentage of whom either do not advance, or who become card carrying, dues paying members who never or seldom attend lodge, or who hurry through to spend their time, energy and money working in other Masonic bodies or other related Masonic organizations, or go suspended for non-payment of dues. If the conclusion reached by this deductive reasoning is not the case, then what clearly defined and demonstrable activity does the Grand Lodge support by the expenditure of 70.75% of its annual budget? This is not to say that we must de-emphasize ritual; it is to say that we must begin emphasizing other aspects of Freemasonry with an equal amount of zeal and fervor. To do this, leaders must first be willing to change their attitudes "about how our Fraternity does business." Leaders must be willing to step out boldly. Leaders must be willing to take a new approach. Leaders must be willing to design, experiment, implement and support new action programs, of course, all within the bounds and propriety of Freemasonry. Leaders must be willing to accept that the Fraternity is no longer immune from the need to adapt itself to the sophisticated techniques used by the world of business. The principles and skills developed in the field of sales, advertising, human motivation, management and leadership, are neither totally foreign to our cause, nor in conflict with the dignity and good taste dictated by Masonic propriety. Members of our Fraternity cannot make "direct sales," and I am not advocating a change in the rule against solicitation of members. Instead, we can sharpen our skills on how to take our product out of the backroom, package it attractively, and put it on display in such manner as to result in "indirect sales." In business parlance this is known as "creative selling." In acceptable Masonic parlance, it is known as taking your light out from underneath a bushel. Yes, we are living in a fast-moving and highly competitive world where "survival" has become a keyword in virtually every aspect ofliving. We can no longerjustify our expenditures on a Fraternity primarily oriented to ritual, on the ground that through the ritual we quietly build the character of men that they may individually carry the light of Freemasonry into their daily lives to become an important influence upon society. We must be willing to change our attitudes. We are not only losing the battle, but we are experiencing an ever decreasing number of troops with which to wage it. If we are to win, we must change our battle plan; we must change our attitudes. EFFECTIVE USE OF LIMITED COMMUNICATION OPPORTUNITIES To change attitudes one must make the most effective use possible of the opportunities of communication. The preparatory study included diagraming and publishing four charts showing all of the various means used by our Fraternity on all levels, whether effective or ineffective. These charts were included in a "Handbook" prepared and distributed at the two Conferences of District Deputy Grand Masters and District Deputy Grand Lecturers. They clearly show that the means and opportunities for communication by the Grand Master with an appreciable number of the craft is extremely limited.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Essentially, his first opportunity is immediately following his installation. However, by an unwise and discourteous practice, a relatively small number of brethren remain for the closing of Grand Lodge, and consequently, communication has traditionally been limited to ceremony and formality. The other opportunities consist of the two Deputy Conferences within several weeks after the Grand Master assumes office, all four issues of The Freemason, the seventeen area meetings with lodge officers, his traditional semi-annual letter to the whole craft, and correspondence which he may generate through the Grand Secretary to all Masters, Secretaries, Deputies and other Grand Lodge Officers. The Freemason is the only means which we presently use to maintain contact with the entire craft. Limitations of budget, and self-imposed limitations by practice, afford the Grand Master little opportunity to present anything more than a one-page inspirational or informational letter. The seventeen Area Meetings come three to six months into his term, and the wide variation in time for changing lodge officers does not add to the effectiveness of this very substantial effort which both he and the Grand Secretary must make to meet with them personally. In addition, the precious few minutes of this singular opportunity to communicate effectively is one of the greatest challenges facing your Grand Masters. The semi-annual letter to the entire craft is devoted entirely to soliciting contributions for the Masonic Home, and provides no real opportunity to communicate messages which would compete in both space and substance. The natural limitations of both space and cost associated with correspondence to Masters and Secretaries of lodges is made less effective by the low attendance at meetings, if and when they are read. The extent of communication by the lodges with their membership was also made a subject of the preparatory study. It was hoped that it might somehow become a means of enlarging the line of communication between the Grand Lodge and members of the craft. In 1980-81, of the 533 lodges reporting, 23.6% regularly publish a trestle board or newsletter. In 1981-82, of the 530 lodges reporting, 30.1 % reported that they regularly publish a trestle board or newsletter. While this increase of 6.5%, amounting to 34 lodges is extremely encouraging, they are still too few. In addition, I made a review of all such communications sent to the Grand Secretary or to me in the last two years, and for the most part, there was little space and consequently little effort, to develop meaningful programs or communications from the Grand Master. Recommendation No.1: It is recommended that a special committee be appointed to study the most effective, efficient and economical means of communicating with the Craft. Perhaps consideration should be given to publishing a tabloid, similar to that of the Grand Lodge of Wisconsin. Perhaps consideration should be given some day to having an editor housed in the Grand Lodge Office Building in Columbia, in close contact with the hub of activity in our Fraternity, and conveniently located in the center of the state. A CHANGE TO "HIT THE GROUND RUNNING" Through the unselfish cooperation of our Junior Past Grand Master, J. Edward Blinn, early Tuesday morning of the last Grand Lodge Session, a "flyer" was handed out to each Brother as he came into the session. It

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

announced that something unusual was going to happen just before the close of Grand Lodge. The purpose of this "teaser" was twofold. First, it was to entice the members of Grand Lodge to voluntarily fulfill their statutory obligation to remain in attendance until the official adjournment of Grand Lodge. Second, it was to enable your newly installed Grand Master to "hit the ground runninR" by announcinR and introducinR Roals and prowams for the year. To do otherwise is to miss an opportunity of communication and to delay this vitally important step to the District Deputy Conferences in October, to the limited space of the winter issue of The Freemason Magazine, and to the area meetings which are held over a three-month period and which do not traditionally begin until three months after the Grand Master assumes office. Unfortunately, the flyer did not substantially increase the number of loyal brethren to remained in the hall to witness the installation and observe a preview of the goals and programs for the year. This is the first example that reflects the attitude of our lodge leadership which must be changed if we are to influence others favorably Recommendation No.2: Section 1.080 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws should be strengthened by an appropriate amendment to assure that those who are paid a per diem for the second day of Grand Lodge have fulfilled their obligation of staying in the Hall until Grand Lodge is formally closed. There is no excuse for leaving early. There is no destination within this state which cannot be reached safely and within a reasonable hour after the 1:30 p.m. customary adjournment time of Grand Lodge on the last day. If we intend to continue the practice of making great demands upon the time and energy of our Grand Masters, it is Masonic that the least the rest of us can do is to get him off to the strongest possible start. To implement this recommendation for the 161 st Annual Communication, I have issued an Edict to the same effect. It was mailed in advance ofthis Annual Communication to all Worshipful Masters and Secretaries of all constituent lodges, all District Deputy Grand Masters and District Deputy Grand Lecturers, and all Grand Lodge Officers, and it has been read immediately after the opening of this Annual Communication. DEVELOPMENT AND INTRODUCTION OF ACTION PROGRAMS Last year Most Worship Brother J. Edward Blinn introduced the structured theme of "REACT," which then set the stage for an excellent program pursued during the entire year. Building on his program, and based upon the preparatory studies made, the theme "Freemasonry in ACTION Builds Character ... And Grows With V.LT.-C." was introduced. This theme was to set the stage for action programs which would let the "Vitamin-C" in the "Light" of Freemasonry bring to our Fraternity a new "Visibility in The-Community." To bring a new emphasis to charity and to provide the opportunity for the collective mind of the Fraternity to join in common efforts of action, the positive "I CAN Programs" were introduced. The material for these programs was designed to relate the positive concept that under the All-Seeing Eye of our Creator, the Great Architect of the Universe, each one of us can achieve satisfying results by serving others. We are taught, and we give constant lip service to the statement, that charity lies at the foundation of Freemasonry. Yet, preparatory and follow-up studies

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

show that for the Grand Lodge of Missouri, this is more lip than service. We can together make it otherwise. Last year, Americans gave more than 57 billion to charitable causes. However, they give to the charities about which they know and to which they have attached their hearts. Our Brethren are a part of these generous people called Americans. They want to give, and will happily give in the name of Symbolic Lodge Masonry when the leadership provides them with the opportunity and when the worthiness of the cause becomes sufficiently visible. The Shrine Masons of America have conclusively proved this hypothesis. I CAN "T.O.P. M.A.G.Il:." In 1974, Most Worship Herman A. Orlick initiated the "Penny-A-Day" Program through the semi-annual Grand Master's letter. If only 85% of the then more than 106,000 members had contributed an average of $3.65, it would have resulted in contributions in excess of$325,000.00. The thought of pooling our pennies, and investing them to help care for our aged, not only made good investment sense, but had a magical sound. As a matter of fact, it sounded like it could even top magic - thus was born the name, "I Can Tell Our Pennies Make Amazingly Good Investment Q;ents," or in short, "I Can T.O.P. M.A.G.Il:." Building on his idea, and hoping to strengthen the program, each Master and Secretary was asked to include on the dues statements to members a "voluntary contribution of not less than $3.65" for this program. For each member who sent in at least a penny a day, the Secretary was authorized to affix a small gold seal to his dues card to evidence his participation. The secretaries were then requested to forward a list of the names and addresses, together with a check in the amount of the total contributions, to the Masonic Home as soon after August 1 as possible. To those Masters and Secretaries who recognized this opportunity to join in a unified effort of all lodges, I congratulate you. To each member who now carries a card bearing a gold seal, I say, "May God, Whose All-Seeing Eye appears on that seal, be ever present in your life and bless you tenfold." As of August 31, 1982, the total amount of contributions was $70,933.22. Of this, 225 lodges had sent in contributions totaling $69,839.97, or a total of $310.40 per lodge. The remainder of $1 ,093.25, was sent in by 104 individual contributors, making an average contribution by them of $1 0.51 in response to a request for at least $3.65. If only one-half of the remaining lodges send in an average of $310.00, it will produce another $48,000.00. It must be remembered, that this is all unbudgeted income for the Home. I CAN "S.O.W. A S.E.E.D." As previously indicated, our Grand Lodge budgets only $15,000.00 each year for charity which is restricted by our own law to Masons and their families. In 1972, through the able leadership of Most Worshipful Brother W. Hugh McLaughlin, this Grand Lodge passed the "Charitable Contributions" Standing Resolution, page 121, Constitution and By-Laws - 1958. This resolution permitted the lodges, for the first time in the history of Missouri Freemasonry, to make charitable contributions to needy persons, whether Masonically affiliated or not, and to do so through agencies functioning to administer emergency or temporary relief to victims of national and local

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

emergencies and disasters. It further authorized, for the first time, the solicitation of contributions from members and the holding of special projects to raise money with which to fund such contributions. Unfortunately, this enabling Resolution was not thereafter acted upon by our lodges. It appears most individual lodges did not conceive that they could separately do much to implement the gigantic import of this Resolution. Building upon the magnificent idea of M.W. Brother McLaughlin, it was determined to present a program to implement it by providing the strength which comes from a unified effort. It was concluded that if all lodges would ask their members to pool their pocket change during the year, or to hold special fund raising projects, we could surely raise a dollar per member. This would result in at least $100,000.00 to fund the program for the first year. These excess dollars could then be entrusted to the Grand Lodge in one big pool with which to serve others. This idea gave birth to the positive action program entitled, "I Can S.O.W. A S.E.E.D." The meaning of that abbreviated name, in the context of producing for others, is self-explanatory. But when spelled out by those who would promote the campaign, that title says, "I Can Serve Others With A Sensibly Entrusted Excess Dollar." To encourage participation, through the generosity of The American Can Company, 600 one-pound coffee cans were specially run and donated for this use. This was but one of many fine charitable acts necessary to launch this program. Attractive vinyl adhesive type labels were designed, fabricated commercially, and affixed to the cans by many hours of labor provided by my dear Mother, Mrs. Earl W. (Mae) Hill. The cans, with an introductory letter of instruction contained therein, were then distributed at the close of Grand Lodge last year with the mileage and per diem checks. A giant 54-inch "I CAN ," identical in design, was fabricated, painted and mounted on a trailer, to be used in the ceremony this year of collecting all of the contributions generated by the lodges. This giant can was fabricated by Bro. Floyd T. Christian, painted through the joint efforts of Brothers Howard L. Adkins and Scotty L. Williams, and mounted on a trailer provided by Bro. Louis T. Hinck, who first overhauled the wheel bearings and provided brand new tires. This entire effort was organized and ramrodded by Bro. Jack A. Furlong, who then pulled this can and trailer from Kansas City to Springfield so that it could be introduced on the Grand Lodge floor as a part of the presentation of this program. It is impossible to express words of appreciation for the unselfish efforts and contributions made by these Brethren. Immediately after returning from Grand Lodge, I received a letter from a Worship Master of a small lodge containing his mileage and per diem check in the amount of $118.10, which he had endorsed as a contribution for what he called "Can No. I." He stated that he worked for $1.00 a week, fifty hours each week, and that I could use his contribution as an example in my travels, but upon the condition that I would not reveal his name. This, my Brethren, is charity and Masonry at its very best. May God also bless him ten-fold. As this address goes to press, I do not know what the program will generate. If it is successful, most importantly it will afford an opportunity to carry out the spirit and intent of M.W. Brother McLaughlin's Resolution to serve others in the time of need. However, we cannot overlook the fact that if $1 00,000.00 had

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

been available this year for contribution in the name of Freemasonry to the gas explosion victims of Centralia or the flood victims at Independence, Freemasonry would not only have been carrying out one of its purposes, but it would have been entirely visible and would be long remembered by the communities whose victims received the aid. If you have the slightest doubt remaining, then consider the fact that it was newsworthy when four lodges near Centralia raised and contributed $500.00 for the victims of the gas explosion. To those Masters and their officers who supported this program, which will hopefully put Freemasonry in ACTION and make us visible in the community, I would give you credit for all that may some day come from this program. EDICT REQUIRING CONSTITUENT LODGES TO ADOPT A CHARITABLE BY-LAW In 1972, to carry out the "Charitable Contributions" Resolution, M.W. Bro. W. Hugh McLaughlin prepared and circulated among the lodges a sample of an appropriate by-law and encouraged its voluntary adoption. Since that time, Grand Masters have periodically and similarly encouraged its adoption. Believing that charity lies at the foundation of Freemasonry, and is indispensable to and inseparable from the inherent obligation of its members collectively in constituent lodges, on September 29, 1981, my first day in office, an Edict was issued to make the adoption of the by-law mandatory. It required all constituent lodges which had not voluntarily done so, to adopt such an appropriate by-law and for all to report the fact and the day of such adoption as part of the first Annual Report due following the adoption. There is some good news and some bad news to report about the Edict. First, here is the bad news. Only about 70% of all lodges reported. Of the 382 lodges reporting at the time of the preparation of this address, 7.45% [286] adopted the by-law after the Edict, and 10.5% [40] reported having adopted the by-law after passage of the 1972 Standing Resolution, but before the Edict. Another 4% [14] claimed to have adopted an appropriate by-law, but failed to comply with the Edict by furnishing the date. The remaining 11 % [42], claimed to have adopted an "appropriate by-law" prior to 1972, when such would have been unlawful and in contravention of the Grand Lodge law. This 11 %, along with the 4% which gave "no date," and those who did not report, are in technical violation ofthe Edict. The failure of a substantial percentage to comply is symptomatic of the real cause for the lack of vitality and growth in our Great Fraternity. If 30% of our leaders will not perform a mandated administrative act, then surely they will not perform voluntary creative acts in leading our Brethren to build character and to build our Fraternity. The good news is that there is a plus side. Consider that from 1972 to the date of the Edict in 1981, there was voluntary compliance of only 10.5% of all lodges, and that the Edict added another 53%, making a total of more than 63%. It is realized that the mere addition of a by-law does not assure its use. Nevertheless, the fact is that the vehicle to implement a foundation stone of Freemasonry is now available in over 63% of our lodges. It is now available for implementation by those who will be coming on to assume important roles in lodge leadership. Those who are assertive, aggressive, and dedicated, will find these valuable "power tools" in the work shed of Freemasonry.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

AN OVERVIEW OF "LONG TERM" FISCAL AWARENESS Your Grand Master is most concerned about the fiscal future of our Fraternity and our apparent lack oflong term fiscal awareness. In earlier xears, as our membership grew, we experienced a corresponding healthy fiscal growth. Our approach to long term fiscal management was not a pressing matter during these favorable times. Our approach is evidenced and governed by Article 3 of the By-Laws. Responsiblility is largely reposed in a "Committee on Ways and Means" [§5.080], and an "Investment Committee," composed of the Grand Master, Deputy Grand Master, Grand Treasurer, Grand Secretary, and Chairman of the Ways and Means Committee [§3.060]. The Grand Treasurer and Grand Secretary are included because of their respective statutory fiscal duties [§§2.030 and 2.040]. A reading of §5.080 clearly shows that the Ways and Means Committee, as its primary duty, "budgets the entire expense of the Grand Lodge in accordance with Article 3 of the By-Laws." Contrary to their title, our own law omits any responsibility upon the Committee to initiate Ways and Means of providing new sources of revenue. The tenor and scope of the duties of the Investment Committee, as set forth in §3.060, are no more than the name of the Committee implies. Essentially, then, our approach historically has been to accept the concept that our revenue would be limited to per capita dues and income from investments. As for the latter, we have little control beyond prudence and good judgment, tempered with conservative statutory limitations, and constant restraint against expending "seed corn" money without a well conceived plan of replacement of both principal and lost interest within a reasonable time. As for per capita income, history undeniably shows that we have managed on a short term basis, better described as being more by crisis than by design. Our "take each year at a time approach" is disarming and nurtures complacency. It has for many years, since the trend of the times became quite evident, lulled us into the belief that our fiscal concerns, if indeed any exist at all, are long term and we are not facing any real vital decisions today dealing with survival in the nearness of tomorrow. But in this day and age of fast moving times and accompanying changes, we must think oftoday as yesterday, the short term tomorrow as today, and the long term tomorrow as simply being in the "morrow." Our present approach, for all intent and purposes, places the ultimate responsibility of overview upon the Grand Master. However, our horse and buggy administrative methods do not provide a periodic instant overview of our fiscal operation. Besides, the Grand Master is without real or apparent authority until he assumes office, and then he is on his way to losing both responsibility and authority injust one short year. Even then, ifhe follows the pattern of the past, he becomes so embroiled in the ceremonial and good will ambassadorial responsibilities which all have come to believe to be his role, that he has no time to concern himself with the more important role as managing officer of our Fraternity. To graphically illustrate the point, I have prepared two charts. The first chart, attached hereto in the Appendix as Exhibit "A," is entitled "Summary of Per Capita Increases and Their Allocation," covering- the twenty-three year

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

period of 1959 through 1981. The second chart, attached hereto as Appendix Exhibit "B," is entitled "Summary of Income Excess and Shortfall for Last Twenty Years and Increases In Per Capita Tax Due to Inflationary Rise In Cost of Operation Combining With Membership Decline." The first chart shows that there have been five per capita tax increases in twenty-three years for the separate benefit of the Grand Lodge. The 50¢ increase in 1972, while certainly a part of the picture, was proposed in 1971 under the leadership of M.W. Bro. 'William H Chapman to provide a free subscription of The Freemason to all Missouri Master Masons. The steady membership decline of twenty-four years began in 1958, long before spiraling inflation. Both charts, when reviewed together, show that the Grand Lodge, for some reason, experienced a fiscal problem in the late 50's. The first chart shows that in 1959 the per capita tax for the Grand Lodge was $1.00. The second chart shows that in 1962 the Grand Lodge had a shortfall of $12,626.22 in disbursements over receipts. Allowing for 50-year members, our Grand Lodge was then receiving an average of .754¢ per member toward operating expense. The financial information for 1962-63 is not clear to your Grand Master. It appears, however, that at the 1961-62 Communication a By-Law, adopted to change the reporting and handling of the difference between the Grand Lodge Year and the Budget Year, may have accounted for the form of the information reported. What is clear from the second chart, however, is that from 1962-63 to 1968-69, both receipts and disbursements remained relatively stable and within predictable limits. However, after ten years of operating with a $1.00 per capita, the proposal to raise it to $2.00 was introduced in 1969, passed in 1970, and its first benefits realized and reflected in 1971. The second chart shows that although the receipts jumped substantially in 1970-71, so did the disbursements. This signaled the beginning of what has ever since been a fairly steady and substantial rise in the cost of operating. It also resulted in still another amendment in 1971 on the manner in which the Grand Lodge formulated its budget. Although the excess of receipts over disbursements was almost $34,000.00 in 1972, this was when the Grand Lodge used good planning by raising the per capita 50¢ to underwrite the cost of free subscriptions to The Freemason. Disregarding the 50¢ increase for that purpose, the charts show that the 1969 increase to $2.00 carried the Fraternity for eight years, two years less than the previous period between increases. In 1976, in anticipation of an early and impending shortfall which would occur from rising costs and declining membership, a proposal was introduced to raise the per capita to the Grand Lodge from $2.00 to $3.00. It was passed in 1977, and the first benefits realized in 1978. However, what had not been anticipated was the shortfall which would start occurring in 1977-78, 1978-79, and extend into 1979-80, from constructing the Grand Lodge Office Building. In 1976, the Grand Lodge voted to build the building at a cost of $200,000.00, to be underwritten strictly from voluntary contributions of $2.00 from each member of the Craft. Unexpectedly, however, those lodge representatives who passed the resolution did not go back and rally the Craft. Mandated by the Resolution, and with less than $75,000.00 from voluntary

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

contributions, your Grand Lodge Officers built the building "borrowing" the needed money from "seed corn" money of the Grand Lodge. That simply means that we took it out of investment principal from which we derived investment income to meet operating expenses. The second chart shows a "seed corn" indebtedness of in excess of $41,000.00 for the year 1977-78, an additional "seed corn" indebtedness of in excess of $171,000.00 in 1978-79, and still another "seed corn" indebtedness in excess of $160,000.00 in 1979-80. As a result, a proposal was introduced to raise the per capita another $2.00 for the Grand Lodge in 1980, and passed in 1981. With this increase, the second chart shows that at the end of 1980-81, the Grand Lodge incurred a "seed corn" indebtedness of slightly in excess of $8,000.00. Although the cost of construction of the new Grand Lodge Building is now behind us, we must look at the need and possibility of replacing our investment principal and the lost interest income in the interim. With an indebtedness to ourselves in excess of$380,000.00, even if we were to have an annual $25,000.00 excess income, it would still take us more than fifteen years just to replace the principal. The second chart shows that allowing for those members who are exempt from per capita, on an average our Grand Lodge now receives approximately $4.79 per member with which to operate the Fraternity for all. With an actual average loss of 1,458 members per year for the last twenty-four years, and allowing for dues exempt members who represent only about 7%, our per capita will reduce on an average of $6,400.00 per year. Combining this continued reduction, with our investment income which is down, and ever increasing expenses of operation, how can we realistically conceive that we can restore any significant amount of our investment principal along with any interest? The answer must be found in a combination of factors. First, we must be willing to adopt drastic measures to reverse our loss of membership. Second, we must put the brakes on those expense items of our budget which have not brought about such a reversal. Third, we must look immediately to some short term remedial means of meeting this inevitable crunch. Recommendation No.3: Serious consideration should be given to amending our By-Laws to afford a permanent and expeditious means of meeting our financial responsibilities. Significantly, the first chart shows the need to increase the per capita tax is occurring at shorter and shorter intervals. Both charts remind us that the earliest time that we can receive the benefit from any increase is approximately one year and ten months after it is proposed. The point is that the shorter and shorter intervals between necessary increases, and the lag time between proposal and receipt of benefits, dictates that we look to a more feasible and permanent means of resolving this recurring problem. The financial world has resolved the fixed interest rate problem on long term loans by adopting a variable rate geared to the money market. By analogy, perhaps we should consider formulating a proposal which would allow an automatic variable in the net per capita tax chargeable by the Grand Lodge. To avoid unnecessary expenditures, it would be geared to specified necessary classifications of actual operating expenses. It could preclude new capital expenditures and could contain other safeguards by providing for reasonable limitations, all without jeopardizing- its purpose.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Recommendation No.4: Perhaps we should also consider an immediate remedial proposal for a one-time assessmentof$lO.OO per member. Article V, ยง 1(4), Constitution. With our present membership, and allowing for justifiable exclusions, it is estimated that this would generate approximately $820,000.00. This amount could be placed in either an endowment fund or a future retrievable building fund. In the meantime, the income generated from its investment could serve as supplemental operating income. This basic idea was adopted years ago by the Grand Lodge of Iowa in anticipation of their long term need for a new Grand Lodge Office Building. Notwithstanding that their membership is approximately two-thirds of ours, such foresightedness years ago worked to their best advantage. They are the proud owners of a Grand Lodge Administration, Library and Museum Building that is second to none for any jurisdiction with a comparable size. While some may be repelled by the idea, an assessment today is far more palatable than running the risk of trying to operate our Fraternity tomorrow while faced with the possible accelerated decline in per capita tax income. Surely, there is not a man in our Fraternity, who has the means, who would not be willing to make a one-time investment of at least $10.00 to help preserve our Missouri Masonic Heritage.

GRAND LECTURER AND GRAND LECTURER SYSTEM Earlier remarks in this address may lead some to believe that this Grand Master is opposed to ritual. Those who know me, including our Grand Lecturer, and those who have heard me speak on the subject long before and during my term as Grand Master, know that the contrary is true. The analogy that the ritual is to our Fraternity what the heart is to the human body with the usual elaboration about pumping new blood to the members of the whole body, which I have so frequently used, clearly shows my strong support for ritual. The "Pepsi Cola" and other similar demonstrations frequently used in my speeches, particularly when the ladies are present, to illustrate the importance of the indelible imprint which ritual and ritual proficiency have made upon our Brethren, clearly shows my ,strong support for ritual. Continuous active participation in one or more ritual based Fraternities for forty-two years, twenty-six years of which were simultaneous in our Fraternity and in a non-Masonic Fraternity, and my very appearance here today as Grand Master, are all testimonial of my strong support of ritual. My opposition is not to ritual. It is to the concept that ritual and ritual proficiency are synonomous with Freemasonry. It is to the concept which reflects that the ritual is the end in and of itself in Masonry, and not merely the means to an end of far greater Masonic goals. It is to the attitude of those who have the greatest influence over our lodges and who hold steadfast to this narrow concept, satisfying themselves while innocently strangling and suffocating the interest of others, all to the slow demise of our Fraternity. We are far more than an organization whose sole purpose is to endorse an old and non-workable ideal of turning out Brethren, assembly line style. We still have an impact with this old ideal, but it is insufficient in today's complex society to help us hold our own, little alone experience vitality and growth. Yes, it is to this debilitating concept, which has grown up around the significance and purpose of ritual, to which I am opposed, not to ritual per se.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

My objective, therefore, is not to dismember our District Deputy Grand Lecturer system, but to preserve it while keeping its significance and purpose in proper perspective. My objective is not to eliminate the Office of Grand Lecturer, but by a conscientious effort today to assure its survival tomorrow. The financial crisis which confronts our Fraternity spotlights this very issue. If we continue with our present concepts and do not stem the tide of declining membership, and if we cannot restore even the principal of our seed corn within the next fifteen years, successive generations of leadership will of necessity begin paring future budgets drastically and almost immediately. Where will they start? The present cost of the Office of Grand Lecturer, as well as its future cost, has become and will surely continue to be a serious consideration in what to trim from our future budgets. The salary, the expense account, the cost of funding increasing retirement through an annuity, and, if we follow past practice, the hiring of a replacement at a higher salary and with greater benefits, only serve to compound the problem. What we have done and will do in funding this office becomes a precedent for all who would aspire to this office as a "marketplace" position. Historically, the Office of Grand Lecturer, until recent years, has always been considered by Grand Lodge leaders, the Craft and the Brother holding the office, as something less than a full-time position. Our statutes expressly require the Grand Secretary to devote full time to his office, while meticulously avoiding such a requirement for the Office of Grand Lecturer. Through no fault of our very able present Grand Lecturer, and without help from prosperity within our Fraternity following the time he assumed office, ritual enthusiasts in our leadership have failed to profile the position on the basis of potential, need and cost. By statute, for whatever help it may be, in 1958 the craft established a 21.2% differential in the salaries of the Grand Secretary and Grand Lecturer. Starting in 1973-74, by disproportionate raises, this differential was allowed to erode until it reached its lowest point of6.2% in 1980-81. Yet, the nature, responsibilities, demands and absolute essential aspects of these two offices, through no choice of either Brother presently now serving, are not comparable. When paring time comes, there will be those who will, and who do even now, point to otherjurisdictions which do not have a salaried Grand Lecturer. They will point to the fact that Freemasonry is faringjust as well there and that the ritual is alive and well. There are those who will, and who do even now, contend that the duties of a Grand Lecturer can be met by a volunteer officer who will make a contribution of his time and energy similar to other Grand Lodge Officers, all of whom earn a livelihood elsewhere at the same time. Certainly, attendance at any Masonic function which is not peculiar to the duties of the office and for which other Brethren holding office donate their time, such as Grand Lodge, Grand Lodge Officers Conferences, Cornerstones, Dedications, Funerals, regular attendance at one's own lodge, or a Masonic lecture, are not part of any consideration for salary or expense allowances associated with that office. By the same token, to the extent that an event is authorized and the expense therefor is properly allowable out of the general account budgeted for Grand Lodge Officers who are in attendance, the Grand Lecturer should be entitled to reimbursement from that account and his expense account as Grand Lecturer should not be burdened.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Unquestionably, attendance at such functions as Grand Council, Grand Chapter, Grand Commandery, Scottish Rite Maundy Thursday Services, York Rite Festivals, or attendance at other Grand Lodges, should not be a part of any consideration in establishing a salary or an expense allowance associated with that office. If a Grand Master requests or permits the Grand Lecturer to attend another Grand Lodge, or other function as his representative, it would not be mandatory, and any authorized expense associated with such assignment should come from the general account budgeted for Grand Lodge Officers and the Grand Lecturer's expense account should not be burdened. With respect to the seventeen area meetings, it is extremely difficult tojustify attendance as being a part of the duties of the Office of Grand Lecturer. There are considerations, other than duties and costs, which will be considered elsewhere in this address. However, suffice it to say here, in those years where the Grand Lecturer's attendance has been requested, it has required him to drive as much as 4,000 miles and to incur as much as $692.00 in additional expense. In the most recent year of his attendance, the expense thereof, at his request, was not charged against his $9,000.00 per year expense account, but was paid from the general account covering expenses of Grand Lodge Officers. This year, not being requested to attend the area meetings, the records reveal that the mileage traveled for that purpose was used to perform what our Grand Lecturer considers to be his duties, and the Grand Lodge was not requested to pay any additional mileage, meals or lodging expense. These facts and circumstances are called to your attention for several reasons. First, it is my statutory duty as Grand Master. Second, our approach to this office, if not changed, will lead to its demise for economic reasons, something I do not want to see happen. Third, two attempts have been made in recent years to make this office elective. I have received a copy of a proposal, which I understand is to be presented at this session, to try again next year. These facts have been put before you because they illustrate that it would be a grave error to convert this office into an elective one, since its required future management can best be accomplished only if it remains appointive. THE WESTERN UNIT OF THE MASONIC HOME Right Worshipful Brother Earl K. Dille, as Presidentofthe Masonic Home of Missouri, will later present a comprehensive report for the year concerning the Masonic Home. Without intending to encroach upon his area of responsibility, I want to touch on several matters relating to the Western Unit. Let me say at the outset that there is absolutely no doubt in my mind that if the Grand Lodge first stabilizes its finances, we will realize our dream of a Western Unit of the Masonic Home. The goal is well defined, the course has been set, and major steps have been successfully taken. The steps are perhaps not well understood and must be communicated to the entire craft at every opportunity. In 1974, a professional study, made in connection with the possible relocation of the present facility, led to the conclusion that it should be retained and that a second unit should be established. The study showed that the present unit was located in the heart of an area populated by approximately 35% of the craft in Missouri, and that the 59th Masonic District, just south of Kansas City, was in the heart of the second largest population of Missouri Masons, representing another 23%.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

In 1976, under the able leadership of M.W. Lewis C. "Wes" Cook, a 26-acre tract in the heart of the 59th District was acquired. In 1977, an architectural firm was engaged to develop a concept, which was approved and used as a basis for plans to organize a major fund raising campaign. A professional quality brochure was developed and at the Grand Lodge Session in 1979, the campaign was officially launched, and the brochure was immediately thereafter mailed to the entire craft, with a goal of raising $20 million. The disappointing response, after many discussions by the Board over a lengthy period, led to the consideration of employing a professional fund raiser. This did not develop until we had prevailed upon Wor. Bro. John F. Renick,Jr., a Past Master of my home lodge, Ivanhoe No. 446, who had served as Executive Director of the United Fund Campaign in Kansas City for eleven years, to address the Board. Through his advice and able counsel, and after interviews of three nationally known and highly ethical fund raising firms, the Board took the next major step and employed a Chicago firm to do an in-depth survey of our fund raising potential. However, this survey revealed that we could not realistically count on a goal of $3 million. Again, discussions ensued over a lengthy period with some disagreement as to the next step. After putting the numbers to our present operation to see how it had operated successfully for over ninety years, and after reviewing both the 1974 and 1980 professional studies, it seemed apparent that the Home suffered from a severe low level of awareness problem. Again prevailing upon Worshipful Brother Renick, he confirmed the conclusion and directed us to the top public relations firm in Missouri, which has offices in both Kansas City and St. Louis. Contact with the Kansas City Office resulted in the development of a well prepared proposal for a six-phase educational/informational program concerning The Masonic Home generally. The public relations firm presented the proposal and at the last meeting of the Board on the eve of Grand Lodge last year, a resolution was passed to implement the program. Unfortunately, with time limitations in Grand Lodge, the report of the Masonic Home is traditionally not read, but instead printed copies are distributed to all of those in attendance. However, of the 1,200 delegates who received the copies, experience showed that only a few read the report. Because it is so vital that you know and become a part of this program, I have set aside a time at this Session for the President to make a brief progress report of the public relations program and a special presentation in connection therewith in which I am sure you will find great interest. It is in evidence of greater things to come. My Brethren, as you see the presentation, it will help you to quickly better understand where we are in connection with our entire Charity called The Masonic Home. Equally important, it will give you an insight as to what we must do, and the reason we must do it through a public relations firm, before we can raise sufficient contributions to build and endow the Western Unit. Remember, by becoming more and more knowledgeable about our present facility, through the extensive efforts of this public relations program, you will become more enthusiastic about the Home. By sharing that knowledge and enthusiasm with others on a continued and concentrated basis, you, as the leaders of our Great Fraternity, will bring the Western Unit into reality and truly make "The Masonic Home Our Greatest Charity."

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

THE EASTERN STAR AND THE MASONIC HOME The late M.W. Bro. Martin B. Dickinson in his address to the Grand Lodge, page 17 of the 1963 Proceedings, stated: The relationship of the Grand Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star to the Masoni< Home of Missouri deserves explicit discussion.

He then pointed out that in 1901, the Grand Chapter asked to participate in the Masonic Home. In 1902, with a contribution of$3,000.00, and a per capita tax contribution of 15Â˘ per person per year, "an arrangement was made, on a contractual basis." He next points out that in 1963 the cost of maintaining those who entered on applications of Eastern Star Chapters was in excess of $200,000.00, while the per capita paid by the Grand Chapter totaled only $22,000.00, or about 11 %. Most Worshipful Brother Dickinson then attempted to be totally fair by stating, "Even considering that less than half of the cost of maintenance comes from per capita tax, it can reasonably be said that the Eastern Star is paying $22,000.00 per year to get $88,000.00 worth of maintenance." This latter liberal and generous approach gave the Eastern Star credit for paying approximately 25% of the cost of maintaining their own members. Next, M.W. Brother Dickinson states: As long as the Eastern Star devoted its primary charity interest to the Masonic Home, no one in the Grand Lodge complained. We felt the ladies were doing the best they could, and this Grand Master and most of his predecessors stood up and told them how wonderful they were. Apparently this language was entirely misconstrued and some members of the Eastern Star assumed that they were being too generous. This year the Officers of the Eastern Star, without any action or approval by the Grand Chapter itself, embarked upon a program to divert its contributions to other causes, asserting that it was paying sufficient in its per capita tax and incidental minor contributions. The Board of Directors of the Masonic Home then published figures showing exactly what the Eastern Star was paying. Those figures cannot be denied.

Brethren, these frank and candid words were written nineteen years ago. They have not been heeded in recent years, and are even more relevant today than they were in 1963. In my report last year as President of the Masonic Home, I researched and presented some rather startling facts. They are so revealing and disconcerting that, to use the words of M.W. Brother Dickinson, "The relationship of the Grand Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star to the Masonic Home of Missouri deserves explicit discussion." Exhibit "D" attached to my report last year shows that during the last ten years the total population of the Home consisted of slightly less than 15% of our Masonic Brethren. As for the ladies, Exhibit "E" attached to that same report shows that during the last five years the admissions consisted on an average of 58.4 wives and widows (many Eastern Star members admitted on the basis of their husbands' Masonic affiliation) and an average of 14.6 members of the Eastern Star. Converting these admission averages to percentages of all admissions to the Home for the last five years, shows that 27.6% of the admissions were solely on the basis of the eligibility as a member of the Eastern Star. During this same five-year period, the per capita tax paid by the Grand Chapter represents less than 1% of the overall cost of operating the Home. CombininK this per capita tax with the incidental minor contributions from the

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

Grand Chapter, the total amounts to an average of slightly less than 2% of the total cost of operating the Home. If we relate the per capita tax paid by the Grand Chapter to the allocated cost of maintaining the resident members of the Eastern Star, it still represents the relatively insignificant amount of slightly less than 3%. Ifwe relate the average per capita tax and incidental minor contributions by the Grand Chapter during the last five years, such total contributions represent only slightly more than 8% of the cost of maintaining their own members. The spirit of this long-standing arrangement to benefit the Order of Eastern Star, has never been violated by our Grand Lodge nor by the Masonic Home Board. The Grand Chapter has never been asked to pay a premium for the privilege of availing itself of the use of existing facilities and the management furnished. Furthermore, neither the Grand Lodge, nor the Masonic Home Board, has ever asked the Grand Chapter to contribute an amount equal to the cost of maintaining their own members. However, what is inherent in this arrangement was that the Grand Chapter would always make the Masonic Home its primary charity. Notwithstanding the clarity of that message in 1963, it has been ignored by the leadership qf the Grand Chapter and by many of my predecessors in the Office of Grand Master. The Masonic Home Board reports are replete with praise by most Grand Masters, when they served as President, for the great contributions of the Grand Chapter. Thus, if the Grand Chapter leadership were misled, to some degree, it is our own fault. In 1963, after Most Worshipful Brother Dickinson had liberally given the Grand Chapter credit for a 22% contribution towards the cost of maintaining their own members, he obviously formed a strong conviction that the leadership of the Grand Chapter was not living up to the spirit of the arrangement. Today, even if we apply the same generous formula, by comparison we find that the Grand Chapter is contributing less than 9% of the cost of maintaining their own members. Yet, we also find that the leadership of the Grand Chapter has again for a number of years consistently embarked upon a program to solicit and divert contributions to other charitable causes. In 1973 an annual program was started to solicit and contribute funds to the Cancer Research Center at Columbia, Missouri. Since that time, in excess of $230,000.00 has been solicited and contributed to that one charity alone, over $40,000.00 of which was contributed in the years 1975 and 1976. As a further example, during the year 1979, in excess of $10,000.00 in contributions was given to the Heart Fund, and over $15,800.00 was given to sundry other charitable causes. While these other causes are deserving, some solicit and receive contributions from a far broader base than the membership in our respective organizations. Needless to say, the Masonic Home of Missouri does not. My Brethren, you are entitled to know the import of these circumstances have been previously discussed with the present Worthy Grand Matron, her immediate predecessor, and a member of the Eastern Star Advisory Board to the Masonic Home. The latter served in a very high position in 1963 and is knowledgeable concerning the events which prompted the remarks and the action taken by M.W. Brother Dickinson. In addition, copies of my report as President of the Masonic Home Board last year were furnished by me to these same leaders of the Grand Chapter.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

It is long past time that this matter be dealt with openly, firmly and forthrightly. I am convinced beyond a reasonable doubt, that disrespect in so doing will not come from the actions of our Fraternity. The disrespect has already come from others by reason of our failure to take action to require them to deal fairly with us. Ifit is not clear, then I shall make it so. The leadership ofthe Grand Chapter must live up to its inherent obligation to support the Masonic Home by its charitable contributions, undiverted to other causes. Until they contribute regularly in an amount to the cost of maintaining the members who enter our present facility on Eastern Star eligibility, they are in violation of the spirit and intent of the arrangement each time they solicit and contribute funds in the name of the Grand Chapter to any charitable cause other than the Masonic Home. It is apropos here to again quote M.W. Brother Dickinson when he wrote, p. 18 of the Proceedings: As a Grand Lodge, we have no direct concern with what the Grand Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star of Missouri does or does not do. That is for it to decide. I have considerable reason to believe that sober second thought and sound judgment will prevail when the Grand Chapter meets. The Grand Lodge does have a very definite concern in the support of the Masonic Home. That support should consist of both per capita tax and the principal voluntary contributions of the organizations supporting the Home. If the Grand Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star ceases to extend that type of support to the Masonic Home, the Directors of your Masonic Home will have no recourse but to tell the Grand Chapter that the present arrangement must be modified, either by a substantial increase in the per capita tax payment or by limitation of the number of applications to be received from chapters of the Order of the Eastern Star, or else the arrangement must be completely terminated. I hope very much that it will not be necessary for the Grand Lodge or the Directors of the Home to take any such action. I hope and expect that the Grand Chapter will take action appropriate to the facts on its own initiative.

In view of the fact that the total per capita contribution of the Grand Lodge to The Masonic Home is becoming a smaller and smaller portion of The Home's budget, and in view of the long-term fiscal problems which are confronting the Grand Lodge, we have no alternative but to abide by the spirit and intent of the original arrangement. Recommendation No.5: It is my recommendation that the next Grand Master and the next Deputy Grand Master, as President of The Masonic Home Board, re-affirm this long-standing arrangement with the Grand Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star, but with the firm understanding that its leadership will abide by the original spirit and intent of the arrangement. It would not be unreasonable to expect the Grand Chapter to give assurance that future generations of leadership will not again be permitted to divert funds to other charitable causes until and unless the obligations to support their own members and The Masonic Home have been fairly and adequately met. The best assurance would be the adoption of appropriate legislation by the Grand Chapter to serve as a constant reminder to its future leadership that limitations are imposed until the spirit and intent of this agreement is first honored. It is understood that a proposal will be made, or has been made, for consideration at the coming Grand Chapter, to raise the per capita tax to The Masonic

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

Home from 50Â˘ to $1.00 per member. In that regard, while such a per capita tax increase would double the contribution, it would still result in a total contribution from that source of approximately $70,000.00, or less than 2% of the total cost of operation, and less than 7% of the cost of maintaining their own members. I would concede that the all important decision concerning the adherence to the original understanding is wholly independent of the amount of the per capita tax which may be voted by the Grand Chapter to The Masonic Home. Nevertheless, in their deliberations, it may be well for them to take note of the fact that the members of our Fraternity presently pay five times more in per capita tax than do their members. If the per capita tax of our respective organizations represented 100% of the revenue for the operation of the Home, then, perhaps it would be fair to establish a ratio of approximately 75% for the Grand Lodge and 25% for the Grand Chapter. However, the present structure of contributions do not lend themselves to such consideration. Even if the Grand Chapter were to increase its per capita tax to $2.50, as now paid by members of the Grand Lodge, it would produce approximately $185,000.00 a year, or about 18% of the cost of maintaining their members. It is apropos here, that the monumental task of funding the construction cost, an essential endowment fund, and the operation of a proposed Western Unit, must be predicated upon a much more sound fiscal basis, if the same privilege ofadmission is to be granted to members of the Order of Eastern Star. THE GRAND LODGE AND THE EASTERN STAR In light of that which has been said in the preceding section, perhaps we should review our Standing Resolution entitled "Support of Extraneous Organizations," found on page 118 of the Constitution and By-Laws - 1958. Since Masonic Bodies Appendant are extraneous organizations within the meaning of our Resolution, we must not overlook the fact that all other organizations which place themselves within the term "Masonic Family" are also extraneous. This would include the Order of the Eastern Star. Our Standing Resolution, passed in 1951, expressed and reaffirmed a policy of refusing to designate any particular organizations as ones which Freemasons should support. It then expressly disapproves all proposals to sponsor, or to donate lodge funds to, non-Masonic organizations. It is not in violation of this Standing Resolution that the Grand Lodge requires the payment of dues by each Constituent Lodge from and out of its lodge funds, a portion of which is disbursed to the Masonic Home as its separate operating money. However, we have knowingly permitted the use of lodge funds to subsidize unreasonably the direct support of members of an extraneous organization. This is not pointed out to suggest, nor even to imply, that it should become a basis for termination of this long-standing relationship. On the contrary, it is pointed out as a guide for the purpose of clarifying and managing this relationship in the future. First, with rising costs and declining membership, we must face up to fiscal responsibility to our own constituency. Should these conflicting and unfavorable conditions continue, and if we are to continue the contribution of a fixed percentage of the budget, we will in the near future arrive at a point where we must give consideration to again raising the per capita tax for the benefit of the

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Home. Under these circumstances, it is unfair to subsidize members of the Order of Eastern Star by permitting them to divert their contributions to other charitable causes. Our support for this position is found in our own Standing Resolution. Second, as we move in the direction of requiring the Grand Chapter to comply with the spirit and intent of this long-standing arrangement, we could again be confronted with the proposal that they be given representation on the Board of Directors. However, to formulate such a "partnership" would constitute even more of a selective designation of an extraneous organization in violation of our long-standing policy. We need only to remind ourselves, and the members of the Order of Eastern Star, that they have since 1902 enjoyed a privilege that has not been extended to any other organization claiming itself to be a member of the "Masonic Family." One cannot deal with such sensitive problems without risking offense. However, offense is not the objective. Our Fraternity has acted honorably, and if any offense is taken, it would not be justified on the part of those who have enjoyed a privilege for many years, received a disproportionate share of the benefits, and who, from time to time, have permitted their leadership to divert some of their charitable resources to better known charities. The accelerating fiscal demands upon our Fraternity will no longer permit the luxury of ducking those problems which force us to ask our members for more and more money, and which could in the near future test our own survival. OFFICE OF GRAND MASTER The conceptual role of the Grand Master, which has evolved in the minds of those few who are privileged to hold the office and the relatively few members of the Craft who are in actuality directly served by it, is clearly written in the recent history of our performance. The relatively recent advent of a vast highway network, along with fast ground and air travel, have combined to contribute to our history. The perennial long itinerary so proudly printed in the middle of the Grand Master Address, read by few, is apparently provided as glancing proof to the craft of his commitment, dedication and service. I shall spare you of that proof, and use the space for a more constructive purpose. Ironically, however, the published itineraries, the least read like the Holy Scriptures, is the most informative of all. It reveals the concept of which I speak. In preparing for the office, the Grand Master to be, aeeoints sixty-four personal representatives throughout the State. It is their responsibility by statute to make his official visit for both ceremonial and administrative purposes. It is also their responsibility to represent him at all of the numerous, and otherwise inundating, annual recurring events over the State which start off with 540 Installations, and progress through countless Past Masters Din.ners, Third Degrees, Fifty Year Presentations, Ladies Nights, Washington's Birthday Dinners, Charter Anniversary Nights, and Picnics,just to name a few. Yet, a review ofthese itineraries reveal that we promptly set aside this vital Committee of 64, and to the extent possible, embark upon a back-breaking, time, energy and expense consuming effort, which becomes largely a ceremonial, good-will, and ambassadorial effort to perform as much of these recurring events as is humanly possible.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

This process has become so expected, that the Lodge Leadership, and the Leadership of related bodies, associations, clubs and you name it, expect the office to be used in exactly that manner. It is not uncommon for the Grand Master to receive a call to travel the width of the State to make a mid-week luncheon speech to a swollen crowd of65. It is not important that it will require eleven hours of travel time, an hour of preparation, and an hour and a half exposure on the dais, to make a twenty-minute speech. Neither is it important that if the program runs a little late, and by protocol the Grand Master always speaks last, that there will be those who must slip out to return to their offices just fifteen minutes away because of tight schedules. Neither is it important, that it required him to take one full day away from his livelihood in order to bring the Office of Grand Master to this vital event. The point is simple. This observation is not directed to or for the benefit of the man, but to the concept which the leaders and followers have given to this high office. The Grand Master's appearance has not only become commonplace, but with the resulting competition for his time among literally hundreds of commonplace events, it has permitted many rank and file leaders to develop the "feather in the cap" concept of their respective leadership roles. The ultimate in success, is to be able to say, "I got the Grand Master to come during my term." In some instances, the recurring events have been so allowed to capture successive Grand Masters, it has been declared a standing tradition which you are urged not to break. Thus, the same lodge or group claims the Grand Master each year to the exclusion of other events. Where has this concept taken us? Our Grand Masters are so busy fulfilling itineraries, wiping their sleepy eyes in between events, and in between events trying to explain this grueling schedule to their wives, that they have little time to determine the direction our Fraternity is going and to give it the direction so badly needed. The argument that the Grand Master's appearance is good for attendance is like leaky plumbing, it will not hold water. Yes, his appearance at recurring events may double the attendance for one evening into what is still a poor attendance, but the question is what has this practice done for the overall attendance of the Fraternity in the long haul? Our statistics readily provide the answer. The function of the Grand Master, as I perceive it, is to preside over those major ceremonial functions in the name of the Grand Lodge, where no other office could provide the same import, and to provide the greatest possible administrative and executive service designed to determine where we have been, where we are, where we want to go and how we can get there. If the Grand Master is to provide strong leadership in re-directing our fraternity, he can only do it if we have the courage to change the attitude so deeply ingrained in our concept of the role of that important and powerful office. LACK OF CONTINUITY One of the inherent weaknesses in the system of sovereign leadership, so fundamental to Freemasonry, is its lack of continuity. It spawns the concept of thinking in terms of one year at a time. There is a tendency to "re-invent the wheel" each year, ignoring the wise quotation of our inventive and ingenious Brother, Benjamin Franklin, to build upon the shoulders of our predecessors.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Our system affords one the opportunity to ascent to the pinnacle where he has a singular opportunity to observe strengths and weaknesses, but at a time when it is too late to do much about them. Our policies, our laws, and our programs, all evolve somehow by a process that can best be described, "as being in spite of our methods and not because of them." There is a solution. I did not follow it. Although I attempted to build on the ideas of the others in the past, I did not try to build on the more important ideas of those who will succeed me. I did not avail myself of the well known concept "that a man supports that which he helps to create." Therefore, to my immediate successors, I extend my apologies for this failure. I point to it now that you may learn from one of my many mistakes. Perhaps my weakness will become your strength in assuming the role of bringing new vitality and new growth to our Fraternity. OFFICE OF GRAND SECRETARY AND ADMINISTRATION In more recent years, the administrative duties of the Office of Grand Secretary have increased substantially. The innovative Area Meetings, Grand Lodge Achievement Awards, and Certificates and Cards for Ritual Proficiency, are but a few of the time and energy consuming responsibilities which have been added to the Office. As the outside competition has intensified for the time and attention of the Leadership, as well as the rank and file members of our Fraternity, so has our need for a more effective means of communication. Due to our failure to develop effective means of staying in constant touch with our members to keep them informed and interested, more and more of that burden has been cast upon the Office of Grand Secretary. The only practical means which the Grand Secretary has is by mailings to the District Deputy Officers, and the Worshipful Masters and Secretaries of the Constituent Lodges. Those who would complain of the "paper crunch" due to double mailings to the Worshipful Master and Secretaries of each Lodge, need only review the records briefly to discover the reason. The lack of response, the avalanche of calls to obtain information which has already been sent by mail, the apparent lack of understanding of what has been sent, and the failure to follow instructions, demonstrates an ever increasing need to communicate and to do so more and more effectively. Notwithstanding, we have provided this Office with virtually the same record keeping system, information retriever and dissemination capabilities, as well as communication means, as we have furnished since the turn of the Century. Our only data base and computer capability for "fast retrieval" is limited to a simple mailing list of Master Masons only. It contains only the name, address, zip code and Lodge Number of each member. It is not located "in-house" and the Grand Secretary must resort to periodic orders from an outside computer service as need dictates. Mailings to special groups within the Fraternity must be performed manually, laboriously, and are associated with time delay and additional costs of office labor, or the extension of the working hours and days of our Grand Secretary. We receive the benefit of much of the latter, but in good conscience, it is to the expense of our Grand Secretary. As an example of our limited ability to retrieve information and provide it to the Craft, it takes a trip to the Grand Lodge Office by all five members of the

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

Committee on Chartered Lodges, and the co-ordination of the Grand Secretary, for one full day each year to research, tabulate and summarize the information for that Committee's Annual Report. The vital statistics and information contained in that report, as well as many others, are of great importance to the Grand Lodge Officers in gaining an insight to our operation and in our efforts to provide needed information and service to the Constituent Lodges. The progressive or lagging performance of individual Lodges, particular Districts, or the Fraternity as a whole, in many important areas, can only be determined by statistical information which can be readily produced on a periodic basis and for a reasonable cost. We have not kept pace with time. We do not, to my knowledge, have any designs upon the trestle board to bring ourselves into the 20th Century, and we are now nearing the 21st Century. We have no choice but to anticipate the inevitable change which will come by reason of the retirement of our present dedicated and very able Grand Secretary. In my judgment, it is doubtful that we will find very many Brethren who will be willing to assume the same responsibilities, and maintain the same pace to keep up with changing times, all without a modernized system. We must be able to budget to modernize our administrative operation, and to do so we must first take steps to restore ourselves to fiscal soundness. Only radical changes in our individual and collective attitudes will enable us to make some equivalent necessary radical changes in our administrative operation if we are properly to serve our Constituent Lodges. Recommendation No.6: It is recommended that a special Committee be appointed, consisting of Brethren with expertise and experience in the field of business administration to give consideration to developing a plan. Perhaps they should give consideration to the following: 1. As a first alternative, the administrative responsibilities of the Office of Grand Secretary could be separated from the ceremonial and corporate responsibilities of the Office, leaving the latter elective, and the former being treated as purely an administrative or executive position. 2. A study, by a professional management firm, could be made to determine the reasonable scope of needed and desirable services to the Constituent Lodges and to the Grand Lodge Leadership, with careful attention to the possibility of using the latest technological means or services available, and within a reasonable projected cost frame. 3. A professionally drawn position profile could be prepared for an administrative or executive secretary who would be qualified to administer the operation, together with a suggested table of employees necessary to operate the whole system. 4. An effort could then be made to seek qualified applicants from members of the Craft to fill the position on a timely basis. The position would be filled on a timely basis so as to provide the new administrator with a reasonable period for observation of our present methods, a reasonable period to plan the transition and to assume responsibilities for a smooth change-over and subsequent operation. In no event would the actual transition occur before the retirement of our present Grand Secretary, and it would clearly be without any effort to expedite his retirement. 5. As a second alternative, if the duties of the Office of Grand Secretary are to be retained in one person, then the same procedures could be followed, except

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

that it would necessitate a change in our By-Laws. The change would enable the position to be filled professionally by the Grand Lodge Administrative Committee, composed of the Grand Master, Deputy Grand Master, Senior Grand Warden, and Junior Grand Warden. This would not only enable them to fill the position, but to establish accountability by altering the professional job profile as the same may be needed and by giving periodic performance reviews. MASONIC BOARDS OF RELIEF Section 23.010 and 23.030 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws govern the organization and operation of Boards of Relief to provide for the "relief of transient applicants found worthy." Section 24.070 requires such Boards to keep records of requests for Masonic services for transient deceased Master Masons, and where more than one Lodge is in the same city or town, to rotate the obligation to provide the same among the various lodges. The Annual Reports of the Committee on Boards of Relief have been carefully reviewed for a number of years to determine the extent and effectiveness of our efforts to carry out the spirit and intent of these Sections. These reports show that the only Boards in existence are in St. Joseph, Joplin, and one serving St. Louis and St. Louis County. They consistently report no assessments and no relief requested. Neither St. Joseph nor Joplin maintain any significant account balances. Two of the three Boards report a minimum number of funerals, and that their primary services are to handle funeral requests, act as a clearing house for information, and in the case of the St. Louis Board to keep in repair and loan out sickroom equipment which it owns. The reports pertaining to the St. Louis Board show that it has carried cash assets having a principal balance in excess of $15,000 for a number of years. The last cash relief dispensed was $105.00 in 1971. The reports consistently show that a part of the earned income is used to pay for telephone, postage, printing, office supplies, safe deposit box rent, and for repair of sickroom equipment, all of which amounts appear to be reasonable. The reports also show that from 1973 to 1979, annual donations have been made by the Board to the St. Louis Temple Association in amounts varying from $100.00 to $300.00, and in 1978 the one-time donation of $500.00 was made for the Preservation of the Masonic Temple. All of this information is fully disclosed by the Board in its Ann ual Reports to the Committee, and by the Committee to this Grand Lodge, as set forth in detail in the proceedings for the years 1973 through 1979. This has not been called to your attention to discredit or challenge the good faith of any of these good Brethren in their long years of service. These facts are provided to you for a wholly different purpose. Your Grand Master reviewed the statutory provisions and our performance to determine whether they are working and whether we are making the best of our opportunities to meet charitable needs contemplated by our Brethren who passed these laws. It has been concluded that we are missing a great opportunity, particularly in the larger metropolitan areas to meet the numerous and frequent worthy requests for temporary relief. This is based in part upon the fact that frequent requests of this nature are received in the Greater Kansas City Area. They are

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

referred to the Almoner of the Kansas City Valley of the Scottish Rite, since we do not have a Board of Relief in Kansas City. These frequent requests are carefully screened, handled expeditiously, thoughtfully and without fanfare. They are not confined to Masons or members of their families. It is difficult to believe that worthy people in other metropolitan areas do not have similar needs. It has been concluded that the only reason no relief is dispensed is because Lodge Leadership does not know about the Boards of Relief and does not make referrals. The Committee on Boards of Relief was requested to give this situation due consideration. A proposal was drafted to change these Sections of the Grand Lodge By-Laws so that they may be re-activated, that they may be broadened to permit immediate minor needs to be fulfilled, particularly people in transit, whether Masonic affiliated or not. The proposal, when considered late in the year, by a very able lawyer in our Craft, concluded that the initial organization as proposed needed further development and refinement. I respect his judgment, and would hope that further attention may be given to enabling these Boards of Relief to justify their existence on the basis of providing funds for relief of worthy applicants who will long remember the true charitable nature of Freemasonry. It could become Freemasonry in ACTION, which will make it GROW. DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND MASTERS It would be impossible to recount all of the numerous acts of service, sacrifice and courtesy which have been performed this year by the District Deputy Grand Masters. Their value to your Grand Master, and to the Grand Lodge, is inestimable and could not be purchased or even found in the marketplace. Therein lies a true lesson in virtue. As my now deceased and former office associate and Brother, Judge Ben R. Estill, used to say, "Virtue is its only reward." Last year, as each District Deputy Grand Master was offered an appointment for this year, he was given a list of Criteria, requested to study it, determine whether he felt he could meet the standards, and if so, to commit himself by signing and returning an acceptance form. He was told that the appointment was not one of honor, but a work assignment. He was also told that ifhonor was to come, it would only come at the end if he had truly achieved. He was reminded that it is not what others think you have achieved, but it is what you know yourself you have accomplished that becomes the final test. At the Deputy Conferences, and as I had contact with many of these Brethren all through the year, it was always made clear to them that I expected much of them. It was made clear that they were not the representatives of the Lodges in their respective Districts. Instead, it was made clear that they were the Grand Master's representatives in each District and in such an important role they were expected to give much attention to duties and top quality services and representation. Only by always seeking the best available man for the job, and only by insisting that he commit himself to the task, and reminding him that much is expected from him, can we help build him as a Brother and our Brethren as a Craft. Directing my next remarks to them, my Brethren, almost without exception, you have met new standards. The victory of achievement is yours. Those who

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

have served for the first time, you may now wear your title with honor. To those who have served before, you may now wear your title with a new and higher honor. Let the manner in which you wear that honor be private and in accordance with your own personal standard of achievement, remembering that "Virtue is its only reward." That is the greatest reward that your Brethren can offer you by way of this experience. AN INSIGHT TO RITUAL PROFICIENCY Each District Deputy Grand Master is requested in his report to rate the ritual proficiency of the Lodge according to the general classification of "Good," "Fair," or "Poor." The following comparative summary from the preparatory and follow-up studies will give you some insight as to the state of the ritual in Missouri as determined by them.

Year

No. of Lodges Reported

1980-81

528

1981-82

511

Good

Fair

Poor

262 49.62% 264 51.68%

231 43.75% 205 40.11%

35 6.63% 42 8.21%

LEADERSHIP PREPARATION AND GOAL CONFERENCES In 1972, Most Worshipful Brother Thomas]. Davis initiated a most effective and energetic idea which he called "Area Meetings." He instituted and presided over meetings in fifteen areas of the State, inviting the Masters, Wardens and Secretaries of the Constituent Lodges within each Area to have dinner with him and the Grand Lodge Officers. The overall statewide attendance was a phenomenal success, reaching almost 80%. Since then the Areas have been increased to seventeen, and District Deputy Officers and Chairmen of all Grand Lodge Committees within each area, have been invited. Even with these changes, the attendance has been considered successful. The total statewide percentage was 65.27% in 1978, 68.74% in 1979, and in spite of no meetings in 1980, in 1981 it went upto 75.34%. In spite of the extreme and severe winter this year, attendance at more than half of the meetings exceeded their counterpart in 1981, and the statewide attendance was 73.20%. The highest attendance at anyone meeting was registered this year at the Home Lodge of our Grand Secretary, which was almost 89%. In large measure the success of these meetings must fall to our Grand Secretary for his meticulous and unrelenting preparatory work from the Central Office, the District Deputy Officers for their preparatory field work, and the Officers of the Lodges which host the meetings in their Lodge Halls and dining facilities. This year, the name of the meetings was changed to "Leadership Preparation and Goal Conferences" to signal the format and encourage a higher level of attendance. In keeping with the name and suggested format, a "Handbook" was developed and distributed. Its contents contained motivational, inspirational and practical aids to achievement used by some of the experts in these various fields.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

These meetings are extremely important, as they afford the only opportunity which the Grand Master has to meet with that all important and vital level of leadership which is found in our Constituent Lodges. This is the level of leadership which determines the separate success of our Lodges and the accumulative success of our Fraternity. There are some inherent weaknesses in these meetings which we cannot presently overcome due to our fiscal problems. The meetings do not commence until the Grand Master is three months into his term and are not concluded until he has arrived at the halfway point. For lack of any other period, they must be held during the severe winter months. The time allOtted for the meetings must be confined to one evening, allowing for dinner and travel for attendees, which in some instances involves considerable distance. To provide uniformity in planned and structured presentation, and in the interest of time, this year only the Grand Master and Grand Secretary participated, and no other resource person was required to attend. In that regard, since the Grand Lecturer has extensive year-long opportunity to travel the State to instruct on the ritual, it is your Grand Master's belief that it is ill-advised to expend any of this all too brief meeting time of the Grand Master on ritual. Even if five to ten minutes were to be allotted to ritual, it cannot bejustified for it would require the Grand Lecturer to travel as much as 4,000 miles and to incur additional expense to the Grand Lodge over and above his $9,000.00 expense allowance for duties as Grand Lecturer. For these reasons only, our Grand Lecturer was not required to attend these meetings, although he did go with your Grand Master to the last meeting at Boonville at no expense to him or the Grand Lodge. It should be noted here, that this year the Grand Lecturer will have driven approximately the same number of miles as last year, and with no expense to the Grand Lodge over and above his regular account. Attendance of the invited Lodge Officers at these meetings has been our only real documented measure of success. It tells us little else. Consequently, your Grand Master this year did a follow-up survey, mailing to all attendees a simple questionnaire requiring only thirteen check-mark type responses. The form of questionnaire was reviewed and improved upon by the largest public relations firm in Missouri, which has a special branch of its operation in St. Louis for the simple purpose of conducting massive opinion surveys preparatory to developing public relations programs. The survey was prepared to classify the attendees by office, by age groups of 20 to 30, 31 to 45, 46 to 55, 56 to 65, and over 65, and by prior attendance experience at these Area Meetings. The survey sought their reaction to the change in the meeting name, requested categorical ratings as to the overall program, the use of the Handbook as a part of the presentation, whether they had read the Handbook since the meeting as a resource material, and how they rated it as a reference "worktool." It also sought categorical ratings on the length of the meeting (which had been deliberately extended thirty minutes), on the length of the Grand Master's presentation, and on the length of the Grand Secretary's presentation. Lastly, it sought categorical ratings on the value of the Grand Secretary's presentation and the value of holding more meetings on the concept of Leadership and Goals. The results requiring more than 11,000 tabulations and cross tabulations, are most revealing. Confining the results initially to the responses from Lodge

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Officers, of the 1,616 who attended, only 854 or 52.8% responded. This was in spite of the fact that a stamped, addressed envelope was furnished with the questionnaire, and the questionnaire only required thirteen checkmarks and no identification. The survey shows that the officers with the highest number of responses, including all ages, were the Secretaries, although the Secretaries were the second highest number in attendance. Conversely, the Worshipful Masters, including all ages, were the highest in attendance, but were the second highest in the number of responses. Thus, the highest level of responsibility exhibited, in all ages, is found in the Worshipful Masters and the Secretaries. A very important fact revealed is that the highest number of responses were from officers in the age group of 31 to 45. Senior Wardens responding represented 36.5%,junior Wardens represented 36.0%, and Worshipful Masters represented 34.6% of the total responses from those holding the same office in all age grou ps. The encouraging implication from these statistics is that the level of interest is concentrated in the young and responsible age group of 31 to 45. As for attendance experience at the meetings, it is not surprising that the number of those holding the Office of junior Warden had the highest record of no prior attendance experience, and that the Secretaries have the highest record of prior attendance experience. However, this diversity in prior experience has implications when cross-tabulated with other questions. As for the name "Leadership Preparation and Goal Conferences," it was preferred by 44.4% of the Officers between the age of 20 to 30, 44% between 31 to 45, 42.7% between 46 to 55, and 48.2% between 56 and 65. The remaining percentage in each of these age brackets was unevenly divided between a preference for "Area Meetings" and the opinion that the name makes no difference. The survey further shows that the more times one has attended, and has become familiar with the general nature of the meetings, the more that he either prefers the name "Area Meeting" or the more that it makes no difference. Conversely, the junior Wardens in all ages, except over 65, who have the lowest level of previous attendance experience, prefer the name "Leadership Preparation and Goal Conference." As for rating the overall program, it was rated "excellent" by 48.8% of all officers between 20 to 30, 53% between 31 to 45, 55% between 46 to 55, 59% between 56 to 65, and 47.1 % over 65. The remaining percentage in each age group was largely "good," with a small percentage of "fair," and either zero or a very low percentage of "poor." The remaining percentages in each age grou p were largely "good," with small percentages for "fair," and with very low percentages of "poor." Most material handed out at a meeting is seldom read thereafter. The question as to whether they were motivated to read the "Handbook" subsequent to the meeting, revealed rather startling results. Those who claimed to have read the Handbook consist of 72.8% of all officers between the age of 20 to 30, 80% between 31 to 45, 82.9% between 46 to 55, 86.9% between 56 to 65, and 72.2% over 65. By cross-tabulation as to age and office, it reveals that those who claim to have read it consist of 88.3% of the Secretaries between 56 to 65,88.2% of the Worshipful Masters over 65,87.5% ofthe Worshipful Masters between 56 to 65,80.9% of the Secretaries between 31 to 45, and 80.2% of the Worshipful Masters between 31-45.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

As for the rating of the Handbook, if read as a resource, it was rated "very helpful" by 53.8% of all officers between the age of 20 to 30, 57.3% between 31 to 45,61.7% between 46 to 55, 65.6% between 56 to 65, and 66.8% over 65. The implication here is that the older you are, without regard to office, the more helpful the Handbook was found to be. As for the length of the overall meeting, among all officers between 20 to 30, 46% rated itjust right, 6% did not notice, and 37% rated it too long. Among all officers between the ages of 31 to 45, 47% rated it just right, 13.2% did not notice, and 39% rated it too long. Among all officers between the ages of 46 to 55,54.7% rated it just right, 14.3% did not notice, and 26.5% rated it too long. Among all officers between the ages of 45 to 65,67.7% rated itjust right, 8.4% did not notice, and 23.2% rated it too long. Among all officers over 65, 65.8% rated itjust right, 10.3% did not notice, and 22.5% rated it too long. Combining the total percentages of ' just right" and "did not notice" in each age category, it is interesting to note, that tolerance for a longer meeting starts at 52.6% in the 20-30 age bracket, and progresses steadily upward to a 76.1 % of all over the age of 55. The implication is that the older you are, the more acceptable the length of the meeting. As for the length of the Grand Master's presentation, among all officers in the age group of 20 to 30, 65.7% found it 'just right," 7.1 % "did not notice," and 17% found it "too long." Among all officers between 31 to 45,57.5% found it 'just right," 13.8% "did not notice," and 27.7% found it "too long." Among all officers between 46 to 55, 57.9% found it 'just right," 14.3% "did not notice," and 22% found it "too long." Among all officers between 56 to 65, 69.2% found it 'just right," 5.2% "did not notice," and 22.9% found it "too long." Among all officers over 65,69.2% found it 'just right," 6.4% "did not notice," and 23.7% found it "too long." Combining the percentages who found it 'just right" or "did not notice" in each category, except for a dip from 72.8% in the age bracket of 20 to 30, down to 71.3% in the age bracket between 31 to 45, it continues upward to 72.2% between 46 to 55, 74.4% between 56 to 65, and 75.6% over 65. Again, the implication is that the older you are, the higher level of acceptance of the length of the presentation. As for the value of the Grand Secretary's presentation, among all officers between 20 to 30,27.1 % found it "very helpful," 45% "somewhat helpful," and 23% "not helpful." Among all officers between 31 to 45,34.2% found it "very helpful," 56.8% found it "somewhat helpful," and 8.5% found it "not helpful." Among all officers between 46 to 55, 41.2% found it "very helpful, "52.9% "somewhat helpful," and 4.2% "not helpful." Among all officers between 56 to 65,50.7% found it "very helpful," 44% found it "somewhat helpful," and 4% found it "not helpful." Among all officers over 65, 55.6% found it "very helpful," 34.8% found it "somewhat helpful," and 8% found it "not helpful." Combining the "very helpful" with the "somewhat helpful," and beginning with the age bracket of 20 to 30, the percentages go up from 72.1 % in the age bracket of 20 to 30, to 91 % between 30 to 45, to 94.1 % between 46 to 55, 94.7% between 56 to 65, and then down to 90.4% over 65. As for the length of the Grand Secretary's presentation, among all officers between 20 to 30, 46.6% found it 'just right," 21.6% "did not notice," and 28.3% found it "too long." Among all officers between 31 to 45,57.5% found it 'Just right," 15.1 % "did not notice," and 21 % found it "too lon~." Amon~ all

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

officers in 46 to 55,50.2 found it ')ust right," 20.8% "did not notice," and 20% found it "too long." Among all officers between 56 to 65,70.6% found it ')ust right," 7.3% "did not notice," and 13.6% found it "too long." Among all officers over 65,73.2% found it ')ust right," 9.5% "did not notice," and 10.2% found it "too long." Combining the totals of ')ust right" and "did not notice," in age progression, the percentages are 68.2, 72.6, 71.0, 77.9 and 82.7%. As to whether more meetings founded upon the concept of Leadership and Goal Conferences would be helpful, among all officers between the age of 20 to 30, 48.2% found it would be "very helpful," while 51.8% found it to be "somewhat helpful." Among all officers between 31 to 45, 45.4% found it would be "very helpful," 48.3% found it to be "somewhat helpful," and 6.3% found it would "not be helpful." Among all officers between 46 to 55, 51.5% found it would be "very helpful," 38.8% found it would be "somewhat helpful," and 8.5% found it would "not be helpful." Among all officers between 56 to 65, 44% found it would be "very helpful," 47.1 % found it would be "somewhat helpful," and 6.2% found it would "not be helpful." Among all officers over 65, 46.4% found it would be "very helpful, 46.4% found it would be "somewhat helpful," and 4.5% found it would "not be helpful." The number of responses from Grand Lodge Officers and Past Grand Lodge Officers was the poorest of all. However, of those who responded there was a preference to retain the name "Area Meeting," a majority rated the overall program as "excellent," about an equal division on the "length," and more thought that a repeat of the concept would "not be helpful" than thought it would. The facts learned and the ultimate implications are most interesting. First, the age group which has the highest percentage among the progressive Line Officers is 31 to 45. Second, the less prior attendance experience which these officers had at the Area Meetings, the more they preferred and would be willing to accept a name change. Third, contrary to popular belief, the meetings and presentations were found by a substantial majority of all attendees to bejust right in length or their length was not noticed. Fourth, and surprising, is that the older the age group, the higher the percentage of those who found the meetings and presentations to be just right in length or that they did not notice their length. Fifth, a very high percentage in all age groups believed the content of the presentations were either very helpful or somewhat helpful. Sixth, a very, very high percentage will read a Handbook as a resource material ifit is made a basis of the presentation. Seventh, those who have the responsibility of planning these meetings and their format, may not be sufficiently in tune with the likes and dislikes of those who have had little or no prior attendance experience, and have little understanding that a high majority are willing to spend more time at a well planned meeting. Two other conclusions may well bejustified. First, future meetings should be planned around the likes and dislikes of the progressive Line Officers in the age group 31 to 45. Second, while this survey is admittedly limited in scope, it illustrates that any major effort, such as is required by these seventeen Area Meetings, should have some method of evaluation and performance review. Only by so doing, can we change the attitude concept, which is reflected in the old battlecry, "But, we've always done it that way!" That statement is most assuredly a part of the failure syndrome.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

FIRST APPLICATION OF §7.230 FOR FAILURE OF A LODGE TO BE REPRESENTED AT TWO CONSECUTIVE GRAND LODGE COMMUNICATIONS In 1979, §7.230 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws was amended, seeking to compel each chartered Lodge to be lawfully represented at the Annual Grand Lodge Communication. It provided for the "forfeiture of the charter or suspension of the functions" or any chartered Lodge which was not lawfully represented for two consecutive years after 1979. This section, however, was believed to have a savings clause which in essence seems to permit the Grand Master to somehow extricate a Lodge after the fact if he finds, within three months of the violation, that the Lodge had "good cause" for its failure to have been so represented. Unfortunately, Allenville Lodge No. 198 and Triplett Lodge No. 122 were the first to be initiated into this new club, and equally unfortunate, your Grand Master is the first to preside over this new initiation ceremony. Allenville Lodge showed good cause in timely fashion. Then, notwithstanding that the language of the statute had already dealt a severe blow to the head of Allenville Lodge, through the miracle of interpretation [the explanation of which is better left to the Jurisprudence Committee in its report], your Grand Master was able to revive Allenville Lodge and to assist it in its escape through the East Gate of the Temple, shaken perhaps, but unscathed as if never struck. Triplett Lodge No. 122, on the other hand, with that high degree of in tegrity which can only be found in this day and age among Brother Masons, stood before the Grand Master and confessed "that it was unable to comply with this simple demand." Thus, these Brethren elected to hold the proverbial meeting with the Grand Master at the East Gate of the Tern pie and to hand him the setting maul, inviting the fatal blow, or in his mercy to find some lawful way to permit them to escape. Rising to the occasion, your Grand Master laid down the setting maul. Through the eye of the needle of interpretation, he pulled the thread of mercy, tied a knot in it and sewed together the mangled body of Triplett Lodge which had sustained the fatal blow at the hands of the Brethren when they approved and passed the language of §7.230. The wicked stroke of the setting maul, found in the language of §7.230, did not permit a complete revival and escape without scar or obligation to pay. While the language of §7 .230 permitted the Grand Master to breathe life into Triplett Lodge, so that it once again became functional, without the need to "show good cause," the language does not permit the Grand Master to make it retroactive to the date Triplett Lodge was struck. To leave at least a vestige of the intended meaning of §7.230 in his actions, your Grand Master made the functional restoration contingent upon the next new Officers of Triplett Lodge giving written assurance (1) that all three would be in attendance on the first day of the 161 st Annual Communication, and (2) that they had immediately taken steps to confirm any action taken between the time of the 160th Grand Lodge Communication, when they lost their functional status, until the date they were restored by the miraculous hand of your Grand Master. Notwithstanding this "second chance," the present Officers of Triplett Lodge have not offered such written assurance to your Grand Master as of this

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

time. Even now, your Grand Master can and will, before he retires, prevent the otherwise inevitable fatal blow, if the records of the Credentials Committee conclusively show that all three are officially in attendance on this Communication. Should the records fail to reveal this registration, then by the terms of my prior decision [which is subject to your approval when presented by the Committee on Jurisprudence], it will automatically cause the setting maul of §7.230 to deal the fatal blow to the Charter of Triplett Lodge No. 122. Last year at the 160th Annual Communication, before any experience had been gained under §7.230 as amended, a proposal was dropped in the hopper to amend Article II, §2 of the Constitution. That proposal is to be considered at this Communication. If passed, the effect would be to extract virtually all the teeth that were put into §7.230 in the 1979 amendment. Without addressing myself to the merits of either §7.230, as amended in 1979, or the proposed Constitutional Amendment as drafted, responsibility as Grand Master compels me to be blatantly honest in advising you that King Solomon himself could not answer all of the inevitable questions which will arise from our law if the Constitutional Amendment is passed in the form proposed. Its passage would become the proverbial quagmire within a quagmire. HEALINGS Arrow Rock Lodge No. 55, pursuant to §15.070 of the Grand Lodge ByLaws, by unanimous vote ofthe Lodge, requested Trilumina Lodge No. 205 to confer the Fellowcraft Degree upon Brother Chet Breitweiser. The request was communicated orally by the Worshipful Master of Arrow Rock Lodge to the Worshipful Master of Trilumina Lodge. The Worshipful Master of Trilumina Lodge directed the Secretary to give notice of the Special Communication, in accordance with §7.070 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws, for the purpose of conferring the Degree on Wednesday, February 3, 1982. The Secretary refused, or failed to publish the notice, presumably because the Certificate of the requesting Lodge had not been received. The Worshipful Master ofTrilumina Lodge, after discovering it was too late to give the required notice by publication, caused notice of the meeting to be broadcast over the radio station serving the area of the resident members of both Lodges. The Special Communication of Trilumina Lodge was held to conduct the Degree pursuant to the notice so broadcast. Since the Certificate had not been received by Trilumina Lodge at the beginning of the meeting, and before the Degree work was commenced, the District Deputy Grand Master of the 24th Masonic District, who was present, called the Secretary of Arrow Rock Lodge. The Secretary orally confirmed the existence of the Certificate and agreed to deliver it immediately. The Degree work was commenced and the Certificate was delivered to the Worshipful Master of Trilumina Lodge during the Degree. It was then discovered that the Certificate did not bear the Seal of Arrow Rock Lodge as required by §15.070 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws. The Seal of Arrow Rock Lodge was subsequently affixed to the Certificate. Although the

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

Certificate did not recite that Brother Breitweiser had returned a satisfactory proficiency as an entered apprentice, the fact is that he had done so on January 14, 1982. At the next Stated Communication of Trilumina Lodge, the Secretary who had not been present at the Special Communication for the conferring of the Degree, refused to accept and read for approval the minutes taken for the Special Communication. By reason of these facts, the status of Brother Breitweiser as a Fellowcraft in Arrow Rock Lodge No. 55 became questionable. A Healing Order was issued declaring Brother Breitweiser to have been duly passed to the Degree of Fellowcraft as a member of Arrow Rock Lodge No. 55, and as such entitling him to all of the rights and privileges thereunto appertaining. It was also ordered that if the minutes of Trilumina Lodge for the Special Communication held February 3, 1982 to confer the Degree had not been received and presented for approval by the Secretary, that such minutes should be accepted and presented by him for approval at the Stated Communication first held after the date of the Healing Order. Next, it was ordered that if the minutes of Arrow Rock Lodge No. 55 did not contain a .record showing Brother Breitweiser as having been lawfully passed to the Degree of Fellowcraft, that the same be presented and made a part of the minutes of the Stated Communication of Arrow Rock Lodge first held after the date of the Healing Order. II

On March 1, 1982, the Petition for Affiliation of Brother Leland Edgar Metcalf, a Master Mason and member of Westminster Lodge No. 176, A.F. & A.M., Westminster, Colorado, was received by and presented to Jerusalem Lodge No. 315,Jerico Springs, Missouri. The Petition was not accompanied by a dimit or a valid Certificate of Good Standing. There appears to be some question as to what then occurred. There is evidence that the Lodge voted immediately to approve Brother Metcalf for Affiliation. There is also evidence that the Petition was presented, read, and a Committee of Investigation appointed. It is undisputed, however, that Jerusalem Lodge No. 315 wrote directly to Westminster Lodge No. 176 requesting a dimit. The dimit was issued April 6, 1982, and is reported to have come from the Office of the Grand Secretary of Colorado. There is evidence to show that thereafter on April 19, 1982, Jerusalem Lodge No. 315 voted to approve the Affiliation of Brother Metcalf. Section 16.010 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws specifically provides that a Petition for Affiliation must be accompanied by a dimit or by a valid Certificate of Good Standing. Section 14.040 provides that no petition may be balloted on until four weeks after it is presented. Section 16.070 specifically provides that no ballot may be taken on a Petition for Affiliation without the affirmative report of a Committee of Investigation which has ascertained, among other things, that the Petitioner is of the Degree stated in his dimit or Certificate. By reason of these facts, the status of Brother Leland Edgar Metcalf became questionable. This is a prime example of what can occur when the Brethren become over-zealous in their efforts to accommodate a Brother. It also serves as an

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

excellent example of what can occur when a Lodge fails to follow the procedure of handling such matters through the Office of the Grand Secretary. In view of the fact that the District Deputy Grand Master of District No. 42 confirmed that the records ofJerusalem Lodge No. 315 show that the Petition was presented, read and a Committee of Investigation appointed, and that the vote to approve the Affiliation was more than four weeks after the Petition was presented, it was my decision that the only question left to be resolved was the effect of the failure of the dimit to accompany the Petition. Since the record also purports to show that the dimit was received before the ballot was taken on April 19, 1982, it was my decision that the violation was technical in nature and was cured. It was also my decision that ยง13.140 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws entitled "Healing," grants to the Grand Master the power to issue a Healing Order only in connection with irregularly and illegally conferred Degrees upon a candidate for the Degrees and not in connection with the procedure for Affiliation of a Brother. Notwithstanding, it was also my decision that a Healing Order in this instance will not constitute a suspension of the operation of any law of the Grand Lodge or constitute anything contrary thereto, and that the Grand Master has the power to issue the same under ยง2.01O(k) of the Grand Lodge By-Laws. Accordingly, it appearing to the satisfaction of your Grand Master that any irregularity or illegality in the procedure of Jerusalem Lodge No. 315 in approving the Petition for Affiliation of Brother Metcalf, was not his fault, was cured in part, and was otherwise a mere technical breach, the Healing Order was issued. DECISIONS INVOLVING QUESTIONS OF MASONIC LAW AND USAGE A number of questions of Masonic law and usage were directed to your Grand Master during the year. Their importance required careful consideration and their precedential value requires them to be reported. In all instances, copies of the decisions were delivered to Right Worshipful Brother Herbert C. Hoffman, Chairman of the Committee on Jurisprudence, as required by ยง2.010m of the Grand Lodge By-Laws. In respect to this Worthy Brother, it should be noted here that the dedication and skill exercised by him in his counsel and in his services have been invaluable to your Grand Master and to our Fraternity. A request was received from a District Deputy Grand Master for permission to print and distribute a personal card showing his name, his Grand Lodge Office (without District designation or address), the year and the Grand Lodge Seal, in combination with the DeMolay emblem, his full title as an Area Governor, Missouri Jurisdiction of the Order of DeMolay, and his address as a part of the latter office. A complete review and study was made of the Standing Resolution entitled "Support of Extraneous Organizations," the carefully guarded historical policy which it represents, and the scope and nature of those few instances in which the Grand Lodge has by Standing Resolution made only slight but carefully calculated alterations in its policy after a thoughtful and careful deliberation.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

Even though your Grand Master is a Senior DeMolay, is an Honorary Member of the Supreme Council of the Order, presently represents it as its General Counsel, and is a strong supporter of the Order, permission was denied. It was concluded that granting permission could have wide precedential significance in relationship to other extraneous organizations, and that this Grand Master should not by his decision alter and extend the historical and fundamental policy which has so long been carefully guarded by the Freemasons of the State of Missouri. II

Tuscan Lodge No. 360 received the petition for the Degrees of William Richard Irwin on February 11, 1980. At that time, Mr. Irwin was a student at the University of Missouri at Columbia. The petition was received and read at the Stated Communication of the Lodge on March 18, 1980. OnJune 17, 1980, after the Committee of Investigation had reported fully and favorably, Mr. Irwin was elected to receive the Degrees. This was the last Communication of the Lodge before it went dark for the summer of 1980. Thereafter, the Lodge Secretary left the St. Louis area for the summer months, and through an unexplained oversight, failed to notify Mr. Irwin of his selection. In the absence of the Lodge Secretary, an Acting Secretary sent a notice of election to Mr. Irwin at his student address in Columbia, Missouri. When the notice was returned, the Acting Secretary attempted to contact him through the University and through his student Columbia telephone listing, but to no avail. The Acting Secretary then attempted to locate Mr. Irwin through his father, a resident of St. Louis, Missouri, and a member of Beacon Lodge No.3. This effort was unsuccessful until November 18, 1981, when it was learned that the Senior Irwin and his family had been living outside of St. Louis on an extended business assignment. At that time, it was learned that William Richard Irwin was working in Kansas City. Thereupon, notice was given to Mr. Irwin of his election. Upon learning of his election, Mr. Irwin expressed his continued desire to receive the Degrees. The question presented was whether Mr. Irwin's election was void under ยง13.120 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws because he had failed to present himself for initiation within one year after his election. It was held that his election was not void, that he was not required to re-petition for the Degrees, and that any candidate who fails to present himself within one year, by reason of the fact that he was not notified of his election, has a satisfactory excuse. Thereupon, the time in which Mr. Irwin could present himself for the Degrees in Tuscan Lodge was extended one year from the date he received notice of his election. It was also held that it was not proper to issue a Healing Order under ยง 13.140 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws of 1958, since no Degree had been irregularly or illegally conferred. It was further held that under ยง 13.120 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws, and by virtue of the authority vested in the Grand Master under ยง2.01O(k), under the facts, the time could be extended in which the candidate would be entitled to receive the Degrees without re-petitioning. III

Owensville Lodge No. 264 sought approval to set up a scholarship fund for a local DeMolay Chapter and Bethel of Job's Daughters. The proposed schol-

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

arships would be funded by monies "acquired through money-making projects" to be conducted by the Constituent Lodge in its name. No part of the funds were to come from dues paid to the Lodge or from "any of its other funds." The scholarship fund would be administered and disbursed by a Committee appointed by the Worshipful Master each year. The question presented was whether it is consistent with Grand Lodge policy and purpose for a Constituent Lodge to set up and administer such a scholarship fund. This again required a review and study of the Standing Resolution of the Grand Lodge entitled "DeMolay, job's Daughters, Rainbow Girls," and the extent to which such represented a change in the longstanding historical policy expressed by the Standing Resolution entitled "Support of Extraneous Organizations." It was concluded that setting up and administering such a scholarship fund as proposed would go beyond the limited intent and purpose expressed by the Standing Resolution, as it would not constitute "the sponsorship of a chapter," but would be merely the record allocation and separate administration of Lodge funds for the benefit, from time to time, of designated individuals who were members of one of the two designated youth groups. IV

Lamar Lodge No. 292, at a Stated Communication, spread the ballot upon the Petition for the Degrees of Mr. Thomas J. Richards of jasper, Missouri. The ballot resulted in one negative vote, and the Master of the Lodge ordered a second ballot pursuant to ยง 14.090 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws. The second ballot also resulted in one negative vote. A member of Lamar Lodge was acting as Tiler at the time. During the balloting on both occasions, the Acting Tiler, without first obtaining permission of the Master and without first obtaining a temporary substitute Tiler, entered the Lodge and cast his ballot. When the Lodge was being closed, it was discovered that the Acting Tiler had abandoned his station, leaving the Lodge untiled and had left the premises. The Brother acting as Tiler at the time of this incident was a ward of the Circuit Court of Barton County, Missouri, Probate Division, having been declared mentally incompetent, which order did not require him to be confined to a controlled environment. Brother j. D. Pahlow,jr., also a member of Lamar Lodge, had been by the Court appointed and was then serving as the Legal Guardian of Both the person and estate of the incompetent Brother. As a result of the order of the Probate Court declaring the Brother mentally incompetent, the Barton County Clerk had issued a written statement declaring that the Brother was legally disqualified from voting in any national, state or local election. Several questions were presented. First, was there good cause for the Grand Master to grant a Dispensation under ยง 14.100 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws, authorizing another ballot at a Stated Communication of the Lodge at a time to be designated by the Grand Master, subject to the notice provisions thereof? Second, upon a re-ballot, should the incompetent Brother appear in Lodge and seek to object to the ballot or seek to cast a ballot, could the Worshipful Master deprive him of either or both? At the request of your Grand Master, Lamar Lodge furnished written evidence to show that the incompetent Brother was observed casting a ballot on both occasions. Based on this evidence, it was held that Rood cause did exist,

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

under ยง14.100 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws, for the Grand Master to issue a Dispensation to Lamar Lodge for another ballot on the petition of Mr. Richards. This was based upon the conclusion that the fact that a Brother, who at the time of casting his ballot was under an order of a Court declaring him to be mentally incompetent, and the fact that by reason of said Court order, the County Clerk of his residence had declared him to be unqualified to vote in any public election, cast such a cloud over the integrity and fairness of the ballot, as not only to give good cause for another ballot, but to demand that another ballot be taken to preserve the honor of both the Petitioner and the Lodge. As for the second question, it appears to be a case of first impression and does not appear to be covered by any specific By-Law. However, ยง14.020 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws requires that all qualified members of the Lodge must vote. Section 17.010 provides that objections to petitions for the Degrees may be made by a member who is entitled to vote. It therefore stands to reason that a Master, for the sake of conducting the business of the Lodge in a lawful and orderly manner, has the power to declare a Brother to be unqualified to object to a ballot on a petition and unqualified to cast a ballot on the petition, where such Brother has been legally declared incompetent by a Court of Law. v

The By-Laws of Overland Lodge No. 623 provided that the officers are elected at the first stated meeting of October of each year. The officers were then installed in November. The Lodge determined to change its By-Laws to permit election of its officers at the first stated communication each year. This was with the intent of installing the officers in the following September, all for the purpose ofenabling the Lodge year to coincide with the Grand Lodge year. On February 22, 1982, the resolution signed by the present full line of officers was submitted to the Lodge to effect the change. On April 8, 1982 after the proposal had been held over four weeks in compliance with ยง7.050 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws, the membership voted to adopt the resolution as proposed. The question presented was whether a Lodge can amend its By-Laws to change the date of election which would have the effect of shortening the term of the officers who are in office at the time. Prior decisions were overruled in part, but only as to Overland Lodge No. 623 on the particular facts presented. The annotations to ยง7.050 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws contained five decisions reported to hold that no Lodge may amend its By-Laws to shorten the term for which the officers are elected, but any such change extends the term of the then officers to the new date. These decisions are founded upon an obvious sound concept. However, the application of such decisions to the instant case produces an unreasonable result. The reason of the change by Overland Lodge isjustified. Coinciding the Lodge year with the Grand Lodge year is to be encouraged as it is of benefit to both the Lodge and the Grand Lodge in their respective administrative responsibilities. In the case of Overland Lodge, by changing the installation from November to September it would admittedly shorten the term of the present officers by two months which is not desirable. However, the corollary by applying the present decisions would require the present officers to serve for a period of

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

twenty-two months in order to effect the change, a situation even more undesirable. Therefore, it was held that Overland Lodge No. 623 is authorized to effect the change for this stated purpose. Further, to avoid any future misunderstanding, it was also held that the prior decisions are not overruled outright, and that any proposed change by any Lodge in the future, which would have the legal effect of shortening the term of the then officers, must be for good cause, must not shorten the term of the then officers unreasonably, and that authority therefore must be obtained from the Grand Master. REQUEST FOR COMPLIANCE Traveling about the State as an Advancing Line Officer, your Grand Master witnessed a frequent violation of the fundamental principle of non-sectarianism during the activities, both closed and open, of the Constituent Lodges. In all fairness, the violations most often were in connection with prayer and were unintentional. They were born out of innocence and a strong personal religious conviction of the Brother involved. But the strength of his conviction, and the innocence of his intent, make the violations no less serious and no less offensive to those of other faiths. Such practice, touching deep feelings, and registering few open complaints, nevertheless breaks and disturbs the peace and harmony of the Lodge, whether behind tiled doors or in public activities. Well in advance of my election as Grand Master, by a long series of correspondence and discussions with Right Worshipful Brothers Dille, Crede and Schneider, the next three Advancing Line Officers, I negotiated the terms of what I originally proposed to take the form of an Edict. Through their wise counsel, it was concluded that the violations were of a nature that should be stopped voluntarily through continuing education. An Edict, ordinarily directed to intentional violations, was too strong, and it was agreed that it should take the form of a Request for Compliance. In the end, these Officers approved the form and content of the Request and each agreed to re-publish it during his respective term as a part of the plan for continuing education. Accordingly, on my first day in office, I issued the Request for Compliance, requiring it to be published in the first issue of The Freemason, with a copy sent to all Lodges and to anyone inquiring of the Grand Secretary concerning a public ceremony for a cornerstone or dedication. To my Brethren of other faiths who have suffered in quietude, I extend to you the strong hand of fellowship. It is a recognition that can only be found in the reciprocity of good intention, religious toleration and respect for the beliefs and feelings ofeach other. By constantly working in the direction of preserving respect for each other, we can truly claim a unified Brotherhood which successfully transcends these highly personal and important differences. Let us continue to preserve the right of religious freedom. Let us continue to encourage each Brother to attend the church, synagogue or house of his faith, in recognition of the principle of a Brotherhood of Men under the Fatherhood of a Universal God. Only by so doing, can we be defended against the charge that our Fraternity is a religion.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

REMOV AL OF A GRAND LODGE OFFICER The most difficult duty and unpleasant experience of your Grand Master was the removal of Rabbi Bruce S. Diamond from the Office of Grand Chaplain. This was done only after careful and deliberate consideration, and in strict compliance with ยง2.01O(e) of the Grand Lodge By-Laws. That Section permits the Grand Master to so act only "for a good cause," and with the written concurrence of the Deputy Grand Master, Senior Grand Warden and junior Grand Warden, or any two of them. The action was taken with the written concurrence of all three. Suffice it to say here, that this action was for the best interests of our Fraternity and our Masonic Home. TRIAL COMMISSIONS It was my very unpleasant duty this year to appoint four Trial Commissions.

United Lodge No.5 and O'Sullivan Lodge No.7 each requested one appointment, and Waynesville Lodge No. 375 requested two. To those Brethren who were requested to perform the unpleasant duty of serving on the Trial Commissions goes an expression of deep gratitude on behalf of our Fraternity. It is unfortunate that such actions become necessary, but we must police our Craft, always assuring a fair and proper trial, if we are to maintain the integrity and honor of Freemasonry. YOUTH The greatest asset of America are those who will stand in our shoes tomorrow. The right investment in them will assure the future of our American Heritage. The influence exerted upon our youth by the Order of DeMolay, job's Daughters and Rainbow Girls deserves our continued recognition and support. Their greatest need is not financial. Their greatest need is sincere adult leadership. Let us, therefore, take the lessons learned through the Ritual of Freemasonry and go beyond its bounds to bring a new emphasis and a new support to our Youth. In so doing, let us forever eliminate from our motive and from our words any thought that our support is to plant seeds in fertile ground that we might reap members in the future. Instead, let us go to higher ground and give our support to the Youth that they may be better citizens and that they may receive the benefit of a better life as they grow older. This year, Marlene Frakes, Grand Council Guardian of Missouri, job's Daughters, led the young ladies of the Missouri Assembly in projects to raise in excess of $3,600.00 for The Masonic Home. Many other youth gave of their time in providing services to the residents of the Home. Your Grand Master had the good fortune of being invited to the Grand Guardian Session to receive this thoughtful gift on behalf of the Home and to express appreciation for all of their service. This is but one example of how they have been working for you. Let us now increase our efforts for them. DEDICATIONS AND CORNERSTONES This year, your Grand Master laid the cornerstones and dedicated the Halls of the three new Lodge Buildings. These included Sarcoxie Lodge No. 293, at

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Sarcoxie, Rolla Lodge No. 213, at Rolla, and North Star Lodge No. 157, at Rockport. In addition, your Grand Master laid the cornerstones for the Warren County Museum and Historical Society Building at Warrenton, the new City Hall at Liberty, and the Callaway County RII High School at Mokane. It was a very pleasant experience for the Grand Lodge to perform these services for both our own Masonic Lodges and these public edifices. Experience this year, however, suggests the need for the adoption of a written policy in laying cornerstones for public edifices. Consideration should be given to including the following: 1. The Grand Lodge should make it known that the ceremony of laying cornerstones for public edifices will be willingly provided, but only upon request and that the Fraternity does not solicit the privilege. 2. Neither the Grand Lodge nor any Constituent Lodge will furnish the stone or provide the cost thereof as a condition to providing the service. 3. The cornerstone ceremony, while conducted in conjunction with other non-Masonic ceremonies, should be placed as early in the program of events as possible. 4. The governmetnal body making the request must give clear evidence of its understanding and intent to assume the overall responsibility for planning all non-Masonic ceremonies associated with the event. 25TH ANNIVERSARY RE-DEDICATION OF TRUMAN LIBRARY AND PARTICIPATION IN ITS TRADITIONAL ANNUAL JULY 4TH CELEBRATION On Monday, july 5,1982, the Grand Lodge had the honor and privilege of performing a re-dedication ceremony on the occasion of the 25th Anniversary of the Harry S Truman Library, at Independence, Missouri. The cornerstone of the Library was laid by Most Worshipful Harold M. jayne, Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Missouri on July 6, 1947, after which the Honorable Earl Warren, ChiefJustice ofthe United States Supreme Court, and a Past Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of California, delivered the dedication address. Each year thereafter until one year before his death, Most Worshipful Brother Harry S Truman delivered an address from the front steps of the Library on July 4th. Before his death, he requested his personal attorney, long-time friend and Brother Mason, Colonel Rufus Burrus, to continue this tradition. Each year since, and in compliance with the request, Colonel Burrus has organized this historic event in cooperation with the Library Administration, presiding over the event and introducing the speakers. This year, your Grand Master was given the high honor and privilege of giving the Address. An expression is certainly due Dr. Ben Zobrist, Director of the Library, his entire staff including Brother Warren Orvahl, Archivist, the General Services Administration, and Brother Burrus for their cooperation in making this historic event possible. MEETINGS OF APPENDANT AND ASSOCIATED MASONIC BODIES There are certain events at which only the Grand Master can properly represent the Grand Lodge of Missouri.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

Accordingly, a special effort was made this year to concentrate on the major events of appendant bodies and other Masonic organizations. More than the courtesy of a brief appearance was extended by participation and attendance for the full period of each event. Where a preference was required due to conflicts, it was given to events held within the State of Missouri. Some of the events in Missouri included the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons, Grand Council of Cryptic Masons, Grand Commandery of Knights Templar, the Central States Triennium of the Grand Encampment of Knights Templar, the Orient of Missouri Scottish Rite Workshop, and the Missouri State High Twelve Association. The Missouri events also included ajoint speaking appearance on the subject of membership with the Imperial Outer Guard, Dr. Russ Anthony, Chairman of Membership of the Shrine for all of North America, before a very large and enthusiastic audience of Shrine Masons. Among the major events outside of Missouri, were the Supreme Council of Scottish Rite Workshop of the Southern Jurisdiction of the United States at Omaha, Nebraska, and the Conference of Grand Masters of North America in Washington, D.C. GRAND MASTER'S PARADE To bring greater visibility to Missouri Freemasonry, the Grand Master's Parade will have become history on September 25, 1982, the Saturday immediately preceding the opening of this 161st Annual Communication. Its theme is a tribute to our Great American Heritage and the vital role which Freemasonry played to help establish it. This first is being shared with all bodies Masonic and with all who are referred to as the "Masonic Family." It is reported that the response to invitations to participate has been overwhelming. It is reported that the Mayor and City Council of North Kansas City, where the parade is to be held, have welcomed us with open arms, and have not only cooperated to the fullest, but have even extended their own plans to assure its success. To them we can only express our appreciation and our hope that somehow this event has brought a meaningful and enjoyable experience to the citizens of their fine community. It is reported that there will be television coverage by three stations, along with wide press coverage. To them we express our appreciation for their cooperation, and our hope that this parade has provided a wholesome newsworthy event to the betterment of those whom they seek to reach and serve. To those organizers and participants of the parade units, who have given countless hours oftime, ergs ofenergy, and dollars from their own pockets and treasuries, about which we shall all never know, I can only say their selflessness has not gone unobserved and unappreciated. To those Brethren who gave birth to the idea, planned it, organized it, and expended time, effort and talent beyond belief in its execution, I can only say, "Thanks and God Bless you." The Committee was chaired by Brother Jack A. Furlong, ramrodded by the indefatigable Brother-Howard L. Adkins, with strong and special assistance from Brothers Don Brannon and Larry Maddox. These are the men who handled the unbelievable myriad of detail and shared in the workload. Freemasonry is better off today because of Brethren like these.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

161ST ANNUAL COMMUNICATION Today, September 27, 1982, is Yom Kippur, a High Holy Day for our Brethren of the Jewish Faith. To them we offer our best wishes. To those who cannot be with us, we offer our apology for the conflict which your Grand Master was unable to change. To the members of the Advisory Council and Jack A. Furlong, Executive Secretary of the Scottish Rite, Kansas City Valley, and the Sheraton-Royal Hotel, and its Convention Manager, Michael Barnett, son of Right Worshipful Brother William G. Barnett, District Deputy Grand Lecturer, 26th Masonic District, goes an expression ofdeep gratitude for their cooperation in changing the dates ofthis Annual Communication on short notice and the extraordinary efforts to which they have gone to accommodate this Grand Lodge and to assure its success. CONCLUSION In approaching this year it was a great temptation to relax and enjoy the role of a ceremonial, good will ambassador, dispensing words of praise and honor. Even now, in preparing this Address, it was a great temptation to bring you a message consisting of praise and honor and only the good things which do exist about the State of our Fraternity. But it was you who elevated only one at this point in history to the very pinnacle of our Fraternity to view it through the responsible eye of the Grand Master. That responsibility was given to me, no other. The opportunity to fulfill that responsibility will end tomorrow. Never again will I be as knowledgeable about the current status of our Fraternity as I am today. Never again will I have both the responsibility and the opportunity. If I have appeared anxious, if I have been guilty of over-communication and if I have been persistent and over-expectant, it is because of my belief in our Fraternity, my belief that it is as important to you as it is to me, and my belief that its role is one of greatness and necessity in the very future of Mankind. The trust reposed in me could not be fulfilled without candor. Therefore, I have fulfilled my obligation to you, and kept faith with myself. The message which candor required is one of reality, the need for change. Accepting that the world hates change, we find comfort in knowing that it is the only thing which brings progress. To advocate change from the past, and particularly from the actions of our predecessors, appears to disparage. That is the reason we resist change. Yet, we do not face reality when we think we can resist change. Bishop G. Bromley, of Oxnam, stated: Change is inevitable. The great question of our time is whether change will be by consent or coercion.

With this knowledge, we find the key, "Attitude." It lies within the control of our own individual and collective minds as to what that will be, for "as a man thinketh, so is he." Throughout this year and throughout this Address, I have attempted to act, provide action programs, speak, and even use "attention getters," to influence and change our collective attitude. All of these were intended to be a message of something more than hope; they were intended to be an active solution, the very key to our future return to vitality, growth and success.

1982

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Our ATTITUDE is the Master Key - for whatever we can CONCEIVE and BELIEVE in our collective minds, we can ACHIEVE. If any legacy is to be received by you from this year, it is this Master Key. Only YOU can use it to open the door to our future success. My goal has been reached; I have handed you the Master Key and I now challenge you to use it. God bless each one of you, my Brethren, and Godspeed in this endeavor. Respectfully submitted, WM.J. HILL, Grand Master.

SUMMARY OF PER CAPITA INCREASES AND THEIR ALLOCATION

SPAN OF YEARS

{

'lDTAL roES

GRAND r.ax:;E

1959

3.~5

1969

4.25

1.00 2.00

2.25 2.25

1972 1977 1981

4.75 6.00 8.00

2.50* 3.50

2.25 2.50 2.50

YEAR AOOPI'ED

5.50

MASO-JIC lD1E

* Increase of 50 cents to provide free subscription of The Freemason to all Master Masons. APPENDIX EXHIBIT "A"

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

SUMMARY OF INCOME EXCESS AND SHORTFALL FOR LAST TWENTY YEARS AND INCREASES IN PER CAPITA TAX DUE TO INFLATIONARY RISE IN COST OF OPERATION COMBINING WITH MEMBERSHIP DECLINE

FISCAL YEAR

ACWAL RECEIPTS

ACWAL EXPENSES

ACWAL GROSS EXCESS PER CAPITA OR TAX SOORIFALL

NE.'l' PER CAPITI\

1961-62

402,959.50

415 585.72

(12 626.221 388 612.15

91 771. 21

121,676 119,477

TAX

'!UrAL MEMBERSHIP

roSl' PER CAPITA

.754

1962-63 1963-64

432,128.20

421, 39B. 31

10,729.89

384,570.43

119,274.99

1964-65

420,913.13

412,900.47

8,012.66

375,426.57

115 299.97

1965-66

416,100.57

412,900.47

3,200.10

375,426.57

115,300.31

117,218

._--

.998 ~._

...

.983

1966-67

421,226.83

418,244.42

2,982.41

370,793.87

113,787.46

115,968

.981

1967-68

417,704.88

412,937.50

4,767.38

366,663.58

112,723.80

114,866

.981

1968-69

415,860.15

414.022.23

1,837.92

362,020.45

110,931.85

113,149

.980

1969-70

403,440.72

399,242.43

4,198.29

353,105.85

108,496.39

111,295

.975

1970-71

515,786.72

466,119.85

49,666.87

453,321. 65

213,289.56

109,752

1. 943

1971-72

505,540.21

471,571.56

33,968.65

443,178.50

208,528.99

108,135

1. 926

1972-73

498,322.87

491,982.43

6,340.44

434,715.73

204,472.32

1973-74

545,027.78

492,421.44

52,606.34

477 ,9~8.82

251,618.71

1974-75

541,699.88

518,379.62

23,320.26

561,398.19

530,553.25

30,844.94

246,711.0E 242, 332. 8~

1.926 2.422 2.394

1975-76

468,751. 00 460,432.40

106,128 103,870 103,017 101,638

2.384

1976-77 1977-78

542,706.92

513,956.61

28,750.31

454,214.68

239,060.3E

100,146

2.387

530,298.01

571,999.55

(41,701. 54) 447,319.15

235,431. 5(

97,232

2.421

1978-79

654,787.10

833,153.45 路U71,940.D8

554,645.52

323,543.2,

94,663

3.417

1979-80

633,821. 77

822,869.35 !"l160,840.06)路 537757.03

313,733.2

94,305

3.326

1980-81

627,837.65

636,185.86

443,177.04

92,509

4.19ll

(8,348.21) 644,621.15

1981-82

* Shortfall reduced by amount of the balances remaining in bank accounts after transfers from agency accounts. If not returned to investment, and used as operating income for following years, the reductions are then further reductions in investment principal. APPENDIX EXHIBIT "B"

CALL FROM LABOR

The Grand Lodge was called from labor. R.W. Grand Chaplain Robert B. Armour offered prayer.

Monday Afternoon 1:30 p.m. ORGAN SELECTIONS Jack J. Stottlemyre, Organist CALL TO LABOR

The Grand Lodge was called to labor. R.W. Grand Chaplain Woodson O. Bennett, Sr., offered prayer. CONTINUATION OF THE ANNUAL REPORT OF GRAND MASTER

M.W. Brother Hill continued and completed the reading of his message (Address) to the Grand Lodge. The entire "Address of the Grand Master" is printed in previous pages of this book of PROCEEDINGS. The Grand Lodge acknowledged the address and message of M.W. Grand Master Wm. J. Hill with a standing ovation. Deputy Grand Master Earl K. Dille moved that the Grand Master's Address be referred to the Committee on Grand Master's Address. The motion was seconded and approved by vote of the Grand Lodge. ELECTION OF OFFICERS

M.W. Grand Master Hill appointed R.W. Bro. Robert D. Jenkins as chairman of Election and the District Deputy Grand Masters of the even-numbered districts as Tellers. When all ballots had been collected, the Grand Master declared the ballot closed. REPORT OF MASONIC HOME BOARD

R.W. Deputy Grand Master Earl K. Dille, President of the Board of Directors, presented the Report of the Masonic Home of Missouri. R.W. Brother Dille moved that the report as printed and distributed be accepted and included as record in the official PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded; the report of the Masonic Home was accepted by the vote of the Grand Lodge.

Report of the Masonic Home To the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri: BRETHREN: The annual report of the Masonic Home is herewith submitted in accordance with Grand Lodge Standing Resolution.

EXECUTIVE ORGANIZATION The Board of Directors is made up of five Grand Lodge officers who serve ex officio; and eight brethren elected by the Grand Lodge for four-year terms, two each year. The Grand Master is honorary Chairman, and the Deputy Grand Master serves as President. The other officers were elected at the close of the 1981 Grand Lodge Annual Communication, and the committees were appointed by the President. Executive Committee: Earl K. Dille, Chairman, and all members of the Board of Directors. Admissions and Discipline Committee: Harry C. Ploetze, Chairman, and all members of the Board of Directors Administration Committee: Charles E. Scheurich, Chairman; Harry C. Ploetze; James E. Dearing; Vern H. Schneider; Robert D. Jenkins; Eldon Turnbull Finance Committee: Joseph H. Collison, Chairman; Robert J. Crede; K. Roger Pennel; Robert G. Bird; Albert J. Elfrank Gifts, Wills, and Bequests Committee: James E. Dearing, Chairman; Vern H. Schneider; Joseph H. Collison Legal Committee: Vern H. Schneider, Chairman; James E. Dearing Study and Development Committee: Robert D. Jenkins, Chairman; Joseph H. Collison, K. Roger Pennel Grand Lodge Committee on Relief and Charity: James E. Dearing, Chairman; Harry C. Ploetze; Robert J. Crede; Robert G. Bird; Carl I. Stein, Secretary

APPLICATIONS Carried over from previous year Received during the year

2 ~

71 Admitted to Home during the year 66 Rejected because of ineligibility I Died before application passed on by Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I Died after application passed on by Board 3 Withdrawn by Lodge/Chapter before action by Board 0 Withdrawn by Lodge/Chapter after action by Board 0 Pending on June 30, 1982 --.Q 71 RESIDENT STATISTICS Women Men 47 265 Members in Home July 1, 1981 . 47 20 Arrived during year . 13 63 Died during year . 1 _1 Discharged during year . 248 53 Members in Home June 30, 1982 .

1982

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

MASONIC HOSPITAL Total number of patients in hospital July 1, 1981 Total number of patients admitted during year Total number of patients discharged during year Average number of patients in hospital per day during year Total number of deaths during year Total number of patients in other hospitals during year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Total number of surgeries in other hospitals during year " . .. Total number of patients in hospital June 30, 1982

216 185 120 212 79 106 31 202

OUT-PATIENT DEPARTMENT Total number of patients seen by Clinic physician . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1,433 Total number of patients treated in Clinic 7,024 Total number of treatments (including shots) " 13,765 Average number of baths given per month. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 PHYSICAL MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT January 1, I982-June 30, 1982 (a new function) Total number of treatments given by Physical Maintenance

1,718

SUMMARY OF HOSPITAL DATA July 1, 1981-June 30, 1982 Month

Total Avg. Census

July August September October November December January February March April May June Total

Total Admissions

Total Discharges

Total Other Hosp.

216 218 2]5 2]9 213 213 210 207 206 201 202

13 13 2] ]8 10 14 ]0 15 21 16 14

4 9 11 ]3 6 8 11 12 16 7

13 9 9 10 8 7 8 8 8 9 7

-.1Q.

--R

---N

2,522

185

]20

106

Total Surgeries

Total Deaths

6 4 3 2 3

~ 3]

7 9 6 7 6 7 4 4 11 5 5 ~ 79

3 3 1 4

Patinlls

June 30,1981 Admissions Dischar~es

Deaths June 30, 1982

216 . . + 185 . -120 -79 . 202 .

To.' Earl K. Dille, President, Masonic Home Board: The year 1981-82 has been a busy and productive one with further advances in the quantity and quality of medical care. Our "in-service" training program has been very successful. About 90 percent are now certified under State law. The Masonic Home's relationship with St. Luke's Hospital and St. Louis University Nursing Schools continues. During the past year, 75 student nurses

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

from St. Luke's and 40 student nurses from St. Louis University received their geriatric training at our Home. This year saw the establishment of a Physiotherapy Department in our medical program. It consists of three employees. We are thankful that some of our equipment has been donated by various lodges and chapters. The nursing staff has been enlarged under the direction of the Chief of Nurses,Joan Young, R.N. Additional R.N. and L.P.N. nurses have been added to our medical care team. All members of the housekeeping, dietary, administration, maintenance, and nursing staff (150 employees) have completed the CPR (cardiac pulmonary resuscitation) Course and can give immediate assistance if needed. During the past year, additions to the Medical Staff have been made. Miles Whitener, M.D., and Robert Rainey, M.D., see patients on a daily basis along with formerstaffmembersC. Rush McAdam, M.D., and F. Abichandani, M.D. In addition, consultant services in most of the specialties are available at St. Luke's Hospital (one block away). We also continue to use the extensive laboratory facilities of St. Luke's. During the past year, the Masonic Home's medical care team has continued to provide a high standard of care. HAROLD E. WALTERS, M.D.

GIFTS FROM THE ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR July 1, 1981 through June 30, 1982 16 jars homemade jelly -

America Chapter No. 484 Large amount men's clothing and accessories - Brentwood Chapter No. 429 Six boxes women's clothing and accessories, six women's suits and eight dresses - Crown Chapter No. 535 30 jars homemade apple butter, men and women's clothing - Fenton Chapter No. 152 25 fruitcakes - Florissant Chapter No. 161

Two boxes women's clothing, eight dresses - Friendship Chapter No. 214 Men and women's clothing - Garnet Chapter No. 283 One bag of clothing, six pair crocheted slippers, several bags of clothing, nine men's shirts, large bag ofclothing, men's clothing - Maplewood Chapter No. 264 One box costume jewelry for Bingo Marshall Chapter No. 408 60 handmade Christmas candles Martharae Chapter No. 221

22 lap robes, 15 lap robes - Mehlville Chapter No. 187 Large box homemade cookies - Orient Chapter No. 491 Women's clothing, dresses and accessories - Oriental Chapter No. 228 22 dresses- Paul Revere Chapter No. 339 Two large boxes clothing - Pomegranate Chapter No. 397 Men's and women's clothing and accessories - Rob Morris Chapter No. 328 One large box of clothing - Sheldon Chapter No. 245 Nine lap robes, walker bags, men and women's clothing and accessories Weston Star Chapter No. 197 Large amount costume jewelry for bingo - Grand Chapter One case pens, one bag letter openers, one dozen potholders, one box keyrings, four dozen mirrors - Grand Chapter Two new blankets - P.M. and P.P. of Barry Star Chapter Large box homemake cookies - P.M. Club, No. 462

MO'NETARY GIFTS Ladies of Mt. Moriah Lodge No. 40 (2 wheelchairs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

$320.00

1982

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

204.36

Ruth Club of St. Louis and County (1 wheelchair) . P.M. and P.P. of Kansas City (Christmas money for hospital residents plus gifts for ambulatory residents .

650.00

The following amounts were given by the Masonic Home Advisory Board: Snack Parlor Wheelchair Snack Parlor Beauty Shop Birthdays Bingo Endowment Fund Christmas Entertainment Snack Parlor Wheelchair Hospital Gowns

. . . . . . . . . . .

$ 450.00 200.00 264.00 25.00 15.00 10.00 37.50 2,341.68 2,000.00 310.00 200.00 25.00 $5,878.18

DINNER TABLE AND HOSPITAL TRAY FAVORS July 1. 1981 through June 30, 1982 Independence Day - Webster Groves Chapter No. 64 Labor Day - Fenton Chapter No. 152 Columbus Day - Florissant Chapter No. 161 Halloween - Bridgeton Chapter No. 266 Thanksgiving - Venus Chapter No. 153 Christmas - Euclid Chapter No. 425 New Year's - Friendship Chapter No. 214 Lincoln's Birthday - Robertsville Chapter No. 444 Valentine Day - Mt. Moriah Chapter No. 6

Washington's Birthday - Pomegranate Chapter No. 397 St. Patrick's Day - Crestwood Chapter No. 82 Easter - Fenton Chapter No. 152 Mother's Day - Occidental Chapter No. 185 Memorial Day - Mizpah Tern pIe Chapter No. 515 Flag Day - Mehlville Chapter No. 187 Father's Day - Home Chapter No. 313

REPORT OF INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANTS July 30, 1982 To the Board of Directors Masonic Home of Missouri In our opinion, the accompanying balance sheet and the l'e1ated statement of income, expenses and changes in fund balances present fairly the financial position of the Masonic Home of Missouri atJune 30,1982, and the results of its operations and the changes in fund balances for the year, in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles consistently applied. Our examination of these statements was made in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards and accordin~ly included such tests of the accounting records and such other auditing procedures as we considered necessary in the circumstances. PRICE \:V:\,IERIIOl'SE & Co.

t.O

00 t\O

STATE~IE~T OF II\COME, EXPEI\SES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE FOR TilE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 1982

Cunnlt Vnrestricted

(;{'//era! Resenle Income: Grand Lodge/Chaptcr ............... $ ~:jO.34H $ 41,460 Interest and di\'idends from: Endowmcnt Fund invcstments ..... 9HO,774 Reservc Fund invcstments ......... 1,083,990 General Fund il1\'cstmcnts ......... 9H,902 ()ther ............................ H,274 46,66H (I2i,5~()) (;ain (loss) on sccurity transactions .... 1,329,2!)H Gifts and bequests .................. 140,668 Home Family income: i30,.~O!) Assets relinquished ................ Pensions ......................... 1,406,996 Miscellaneous ....................... 15,331 Total income ................... $4,760,492 $ 1,251,472

Restrirted Chris/mas alld Endoll'mellts (Note 3) Enter/ail/111m/

C"l

Building

Tota! $

$110,HH5 $

9,H:~0

--$ 9,830

283,.~70

291,H08 $ 980,774 1,083,996 98,902 166,131 85,68:~

213,203 !):~,OH7

June 30, /98/ To/a! All Funds

1,822,419

~99,f)47

838,639 H02,577 62,288 144,173 542,508 1,715,335

630,982 730,505 1,127,961 1,406,996 20,045 15,331 496,449 $163,972 $ 6,682,54!J $ 6,184,055

>-Z 0

0 C'l ~

'Tl

3::

r;; [f)

c::: ~

O'l

0') ~

Expenses: . 2,239,480 Salaries and wages Payroll taxes . 115,256 1:>8,Om Employee benefits . . Food supplies and services 519,Oi:> . Fuel and utilities 243,680 Repairs and maintenance and improvements 194,413 Equipment purchases 73,162 Furniture and fixture purchases. . . . . . 26,463 Laundry and housekeeping 45,421 Hospital supplies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114,256 Outside medical service.............. 143,518 Other resident-related expenses 46,4ii Insurance 84,652 Administrative expenses 88,661 Burial expense. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86,I6i Security............................ 99,514 Agency management fees 66,212 Miscellaneous. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i5,090 Total expenses $4,459,504 Excess (deficit) of income over expenses $ 300,988 $ 1,2:> 1,4 i2 Fund balances: Beginning of year 468,650 11,130,875 Fund balances: End of year $ i69,638 $12,:~82,34i See accompanying I'\otcs

2,239,480 15:>,2:>6 1:>8,OOi 519,Oi:> 243,680 6,928

201,341

i3,162 26,463 45,421 114,2:>6 143,518 58,883 84,652 88,661

12,406

86,I6i 2,249 $12,406 $(2,576) 1,62:) ($ gsl)

99,514 68,461

1,9:~8,i54

144,056 12:~,602 45:~,861

204,111 ""0

1:>4,026 23,656 :>:>,864

::t'

43,5i2

105,922 94,100

i6,756 67,4:>4 82,366 43,011 92,938

53,i08 28,21i

o,..., rr; tTl o z ~

[JJ

.., "rj

::r: ~

i5,090 9,Iii $ 4,481,08i $ 3,785,974 $ 491>, ii9 $1:")4, i9.~ $ 2,201,458 $ 2,398,081 10,911,579 715,468 23,228,19i 20,830,116 $11,408,358 $8iO,358 $2:>,429,6:>5 $23,228,19i $

Financial Statements.

( .0

00 ~

BALA~CESHEET

<.0 00 t-:J

JC:-';E 30, 1982 CUlTl'IIt ['nrf'stricted

(;l'IIl'ra!

Reserve

Restricted Christll/as and E nterta ill II/l'IIt

Endml'lllellts (Sute 3)

Building

Tuta!

june30,1981 Tuta! All Funds

AJ.\f'ts (~ash

. Investments (~ote 2) . Receivable from Trustees . Inventory and supplies . Recei\'able from C & A accounts . Prepaids and other . Due (to) from ot her funds . Total assets . Liabilities (wd/lind ba!a/l(es Liabilities: Accounts pavable and accrued expcnses . Accrued withholding and payroll taxes Accrued payroll . Total liabilitics . Fund balances: Unrestrictcd . Lnrestricted - Board designated . Restricted Total fund balances Total liabilities and fund balances

$ 82,751 $ 51,808 688,026 12,276,724 11,887 4:>,660 23,012 43,190 ;>9,9;>9 ~ 8,1:>:> $907,679 $12,382,:H7

$S,076

(6.027) ($ 9:>1)

1,495 $ 10,086 $ ISI,216 $ 53,31~ 23,146,702 I 1,407,845 8:>6)~56 2:>,229,451 50,30:~ 60,868 :~,321 23,012 28,132 20,585 43,190 56,563 :>9.959 2) - - - - - - _ _----'-'(9_8.=1 $11,408,:~58 $870,26:~ $25,567,696 $2:~,35:>,fi03 $

,...,

> Z o l'

~ /Tl

C 'Tl

3: $

SO,2:~

50,2:~1

SS,104

32,706 5:>,104

53,120 29,5fil 44,725

138.041

13R,401

127,406

7fi9,638 12,382,:317 12,277,670

468,fi50 ] 1,130,875 11,628,672

$11,40R,358 $870,263 $25,429,655

$23,228,197

:~2,706

769,638 $12,382,347

_ $769,6:~8

($ $12,382,347

$907 ,679 $12,:~82,34 7

See accompanying Notes to Financial Statements.

951)

$ (9:>1) ($

951)

$11,408,35R $870,2fi3

rJJ rJJ

c::

$1/ ,408,:~:>8 $870,263 $25,567,69fi $23,355,603 O'l Ul

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS NOTE 1 -

Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

Description of Funds: Current funds - Unrestricted, General: General Fund income includes all income from members of the Home Family, dividends and interest from the Reserve and Endowment Funds, per capita taxes from the Grand Lodge and Grand Chapter, O.E.S., and other general fund contributions. Such income is used to pay the operating expenses of the Home. Unrestricted - Reserve: Unrestricted income of the Reserve Fund includes undesignated gifts and bequests and Grand Lodge initiation fees which according to Board policy may be transferred to the General Fund and expended for operations only upon approval of the Board of Directors. Dividend and interest income from Reserve Fund investments accrues directly to the General Fund. Realized gains and losses on security transactions are recorded in the Reserve Fund. Restricted - Christmas and Entertainment: Gifts designated for the purchase of Christmas gifts and entertainment are recorded as current Restricted Funds. Endowments: Certain gifts and bequests to the Home are in the form of endowments which contain legal restrictions as to the use of such funds. Generally, the restrictions provide that the income from the investment of the gifts and bequests accrues to the General Fund while the principal amounts are to remain invested and are not available to meet current expenditures. Accordingly, interest and dividend income from the investment of Endowment Funds is recorded in the General Fund. Realized gains and losses on the sale of securities are recorded in the Endowment Funds (Note 3). Building Fund: Contributions for the improvement of buildings and grounds and future construction, and the related expenses are recorded in the BuildinR Fund. Investments in marketable securities: Marketable securities donated to the Home are recorded at their fair market value as of the date the gift is received; securities purchased by the Home are carried at cost. Interest and dividend income from these investments is recognized in income when received. Gains and losses from the sale of securities are recognized at the time of sale, and represent the difference between the proceeds received and the carrying value of the securities determined on an average cost basis. Fixed assets: Expenditures for furniture, equipment and building improvements are expensed as incurred. Home Family and Pension Income: Upon admission to the Home, residents are required to assign and transfer all properties and monies to the Home. Nonmonetary assets

transferred to the Home are sold as soon as practicable and proceeds are recorded at the time of sale. Monetary assets, except paid-up insurance policies, are recorded at fair market value as of the date of receipt. It is the Home's policy to not record the cash surrender value of paid-up life insurance policies but to record the proceeds upon death. Pensions received by family members accrue to the Home. The Home gives each family member a monthly allowance of $25. The unexpended portion of these allowances, $98,271 atJune 30, 1982, are held in custody by the Home in accounts segregated from Home assets. Remaining balances at the time of death revert to the General Fund. Pension income for 1982 is net of family members' allowances of $91,800. Income Taxes: The Home is exempt from federal income taxes under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3). Summarized Financial Information for 1981: The financial information for the year ended June 30, 1981, presented for comparative purposes, is not intended to be complete financial statement presentation.

1982 NOTE 2 -

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI Investments:

Investments of the Home at June 30, 1982 were as follows: General Fund Cost or Value When Acquired Market

Certificates of deposit and savings $686,820 U.S. Government bonds and notes Corporate bonds . Corporate stocks . 1,202 Investment in real estate and other . 4 $688,026

$686,820

S (a) (a)

$686,820

Building Fund Cost or Value When Acquired Market

Certificates of deposit . $ 82,880 U.S. Government bonds and notes Corporate bonds . 561,000 Corporate stocks . 3,643 Real estate notes and pooled investments . 209,333 $856,856

Reserve Fund Cost or Value When Acquired Market

633,500 $ 592,124 4,377,196 4,759,671 6,853,669 6,448,450

29,884 29,884 $12,276,724 $11,447,654 Endowment Fund Cost or Value When Market Acquired

$ 82,880 561,000 4,072

$ 1,045,063 $ 950,559 5,014,671 3,653,145 4,897,088 5,265,304

209,333 $857,285

$11,407,845 $ 9,585,006

82,807

84,214

(a) not available NOTE 3 -

Endowment Funds:

The endowment funds consist of general endowments and two special endowments which in accordance with the bequests are required to be segregated. The balances of the William Knollman and Jacob and Sallie Simon endowments were $997,966 and $747,506, respectively, atJune 30,1982.

MASONIC HOME CHEER COMMITTEE August 1, 1982 Earl K. Dille, President Masonic Home of Missouri 5351 Delmar Boulevard St. Louis, Missouri 63112 Dear R.W. Brother Dille: We are pleased to submit our fiscal year Annual Report of the Masonic Home Cheer Committee. The annual election of officers was held on October~, 1~H 1, resulting in the incumbent officers being reelected by acclamation: Harlan B. Owens Violet Whitworth R.W. Bro. George \V. \Vhitworth

Prf.lidml Via Pu'sidflll SfCl'flw)'-TrfaSllra

On Sunday, October 25, 1~H 1, the Grand Guardian Council, State of Missouri, International Order of Job's Daughters, held their annual Masonic Home Church Services. The Bethels were well represented, as usual, with a delightful program being presented for the enjovment of the "Home" folks.

1982

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

The religious message was delivered by Reverend Kevin Weavers from St. Louis United Church of Christ. Our "Carnival" and Box Lunch Picnic on September 19, 1981, was a real fun day. Prizes were won galore by our Home guests at the many booths. There were long lines waiting to see the famous "S\\'ami" fortune teller who was the hit of the day. A delicious box lunch was served at noon. Following lunch a lively game of Bingo brought the day's activities to a close. We wish to thank the representatives of Bethel 46, International Order ofJob's Daughters, and all others who contributed greatly to the success of the event. It was our pleasure to hear from the St. Louis Harp Ensemble who called and offered to bring the artists to the Home on December 6. Their beautiful music so pleased the residents that they could not get away without several encores. The Annual Christmas Party was held on Friday, December 18. We were fortunate in having Bro. Ben St. Onge's orchestra again this year. It was a real treat to have the famous "Irish Dancers" entertain us in addition to the other artists who appeared. After Santa Claus made his appearance the program was followed by refreshments of homemade Christmas cookies, made by wives and members of the Committee, and ice cream cups. Our annual visit to Bridgeton Lodge ]\,'0. 80 for their Bar-B-Que Outing was held on July 25, 1981. There was a wonderful crowd of 72 guests from the Home with 23 members of the Cheer Committee furnishing their cars for the transportation. The weather was fine and the hospitality of the Bridgeton members made the outing truly enjoyable. The Committee wishes to again thank the many Masons, their Blue Lodges, the other Masonic Bodies, the members of the Eastern Star and their chapters for participating with us both monetarily and personally in providing the services for which this Committee was f()rmed. Finally, we wish to thank Bro. H. David Thomas and his wonderful stafl for the outstanding help they gave us making it possible to provide the many activities during the year. The Secretary-Treasurer's Annual Report of Receipts and Disbursements, with a list of contributors and annual expenses is made a part of this Report. Fraternally, H:\RI.:\~

O\\'E~S,

Presidmt. Following is our Financial and Activities Report for the fiscal year August I, 1981-July 31, 1982: Balance in bank, July 31, 19B I Petty cash on hand Total cash on hand and on deposit Receipts per list following

. $:~,3fi4.95 51.12 . . $3,416.07 . 3,547.00

Disbursements per list following Balance on hand.J uly 28, 1982 * Estimated disbursement .J uly :~ I, 1982 Anticipated balance July 31, 1982 Recapitulation: Balance in Mercantile Bank .July 28 Cash on hand.J uly 28

. :~,.~08.fifi . $3,454.41 2:;0.00 . . $:~,204.41

$6.9fi:~.07

* Bridgeton Fish Fry Outing

. .

$:~,:~98.GG

5:;.75 $3,454.41

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

ACTIVITIES AND DISBURSEMENTS OF THE MASONIC HOME CHEER COMMITTEE August I. 1981 through July 31. 1982 ]98]

September November 21 December 18 December 19

Carnival - Picnic on lawn . Thanksgiving cash distribution . Christmas Party. entertainment, Santa Claus, refreshments. music - courtesy of Bro. Ben SI. Onge and his orchestra Christmas cash distribution .

$160.:~9

729.00 80.86 766.00

]982 May 8 June 16 June 19 July 20 July 31

Mother's Day cash distribution . 699.00 43.00 Moolah Shrine Band Concert . 705.00 Father's Day cash distributioll . 77.00 Letter Carriers Band Concert . Outing to Bridgeton Fish Fry and Barbecue estimated $250.00 (Transportation provided bv representatives and other members of the Masonic Familv) Printing, postage. cards for distribution 'days, floral tributes. etc. ~48.41 Total disbursements Actual $3,508.66 Estimated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. $250.00

The above is in balance with the bank statements, checkbook and cash journal as of July 28, 1982. H.\RI.:\:'\: B. OWE:'\:S. Presiriml. Attest: GEOR(;t: W. WIItTWORTIt.

Seuelrl1)'.

RECEIPTS AND DEPOSITS Lodges, A.F. & A.M.: Meridian No.2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Naphtali No. 25 . Mt. Moriah No. 40 . . Polar Star No. 79 Pomegranale No. 95 . Occidental No. 163 . Pride of lhe Wesl No. 179 . . Pyramid 1';0. 180 St. Francois, Liberlyville . KeyslOne No. 243 . Samaritan 1';0. 424. Bonne Terre Westgate 1';0. 445 . . Lamoskin No. 460 Kirkwood No. 484 . . Clifton Heights No. 520 Ferguson No. 542 . Algabill';o. 544 . Forest Park 1"0. 572 and members Brentwood No. 616 . Magnolia 1';0. 626 . Freedom No. 636 . Jennings No. 640 . Benjamin Franklin No. 642 . Progress No. 657 . Punty No. 658 . Berkeley No. 667 and members . . Florissant No. 668

S 200.00 25.00 50.00 100.00 50.00 10.00 100.00 25.00 10.00 50.00 25.00 50.00 50.00 35.00 100.00 50.00 100.00 65.00 25.00 25.00 10.00 50.00 25.00 25.00 25.00 50.00 25.00

Crestwood No. 669 Tuscan Benevolent Fund Members of Tuscan No. 360: Bro. Roberl F. DePl?e Wor. Bro. Olis L. LIKhl Wor. Bro. Thomas 1.. Merrill Bro. Wm. F. Nolker

. .

15.00 500.00

. . . .

25.00 25.00 25.00 100.00

Appendant Bodies: Bellefontaine Chapter 1';0. 2, R.A.M. St. ChariesChapler No. III. R.A.M. . Vel Chapler No. 129, R.A.M Wellslon Chapter No. 129. R.A.M. Cabany Chapler No. 140. R.A.M. Hiram Council 1';0. I, C.M . Bonne Terre Council 1';0. 43, C.M. Ivanhoe Commandery 1';0. 8. K.T. St. Aldermar Commandery, K.T. DeSoto Commandery No. 56. K.T. Moolah Shrine . Square Club . Samaritan No. 24. W.S..J .â&#x20AC;˘ Bonne Terre . Eastern Star Chapters: Anchor 1';0. 54 Friendship No. 24 Harmony Temple No. 499

. . .

25.00 25.00 25.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 25.00 30.00 25.00 25.00 500.00 50.00 25.00 35.00 20.00 10.00

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Sunray No. 426 Iota No. 506 Rose Croix No. 372 Trinity No. 443 Jennings No. 497 Martharae No. 221 Rob Morris No. 328 Valley Park No. 505 Benjamin Franklin No. 393 Clayton No. 304 Crestwood No. 82 Euclid 1\;0. 425 Fenton No. 152 Maplewood No. 264 Vancil No. 43, Bonne Terre Webster Groves No. 64

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

15.00 10.00 25.00 10.00 25.00 50.00 30.00 10.00 10.00 15.00 10.00 10.00 20.00 50.00 25.00 25.00

15.00 50.00

Total receipts

100.00

25.00

Memorials:

R.W. Bro. George W. and Violet Whitworth in memory of: M.W. Bro. George F. Morrison; Bros. Adler B. Elms and Virgil Kolb, Berkeley No. 667; Lois Becherer, aunt of Bro. Harlan B. Owens Bro. Harlan B. Owens, in memory of M.W. Bro. George F. Morrison Ruth Pinkston in memory of Wor. Bro. David Pinkston, Berkeley 667. Mr. and Mrs. A. D. Saffell in memory of Lois Becherer Anonymous in memory of Lois Becherer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1961 Past Matrons and Past Patrons, in memory of Sister Anna Thompson, P.G.M.

Individuals:

R.W. Bro. Earl Dille, Clayton No. 601 . Wor. Bro. Richard Teubner, Magnolia No. 626 . Mr. and Mrs. A. D. Saffell, nonaffiliated volunteers . Anonymous in honor of RW. Bro. GeorKe & Violet Whitworth ....

Miscel1<ineous donations

1982

32.00 25.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 25.00 $3,547.00

10.00

THE MASONIC HOME - ANOTHER YEAR We have a great charity, one we can all be proud of. The routine work of the Board includes considering applications and disciplinary problems, letting contracts, overseeing finances, disposing of property, developing budgets, and seeing that our 300 residents are well cared for. This past year, significant steps were taken toward the eventual realization of a Western Unit.

THE WESTERN UNIT After the first fund-raising effort, mounted pursuant to authorization from Grand Lodge to proceed with the Western Unit, the Home Board soon realized that we had the cart before -the horse. We had developed an attractive brochure, acquired a site, and in addition to campaigning via the District Deputy Grand Masters, had solicited every Missouri Mason by mail. The amount raised, $600,000, was significant, but only some three percent of the $20,000,000 goal. We then consulted three professional fund raisers, and hired one ofthem to make a statewide survey and study. The salient conclusion of this study was that we had to greatly increase the familiarity of our membership with its own charitable institution by running an informational program. We accepted the recommendation of this study and we are now embarked upon that course. Over the past year we have been busily engaged in overseeing the statewide informational program which was described to the Grand Lodge last year. This program is divided into six phases, as follows: 1. An opinion research poll based upon a random sampling. 2. Development of a plan with Masonic Home and Grand Lodge leadership. 3. An educational campaign directed at lodge level leadership. 4. A statewide educational program for all Missouri Masons. 5. A statewide campaign to be implemented lodge by lodge. 6. Evaluation and refinement of the campaign and ongoing counseling to reinforce gains made.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

The results of the opinion poll, the first phase of the program, were quite illuminating. The survey of the Brotherhood was commissioned by the Masonic Home Board as part of an effort to increase the Craft's knowledge of and support for the Home. The results of the survey show that Missouri Masons have little factual knowledge of how the Masonic Home is operated. Little is known about how the Home is funded, what services it provides, or whom it serves. Large majorities indicated an interest in learning more about the Masonic Home, however, and large majorities also agreed that Masons should care more about the needs of elderly people. The study was administered by mail during November and December of 1981 to a random sample of Missouri Masons by Fleishman- Hillard, Inc. The results of the survey can be expected to be within five percentage points of what the results would have been if all 92,000 members had answered the questionnaire. This is a standard that allows conclusions to be drawn with a high degree of reliability. According to the survey, few Missouri Masons know very much about the Home. Only 11 percent of those surveyed were aware that annual dues and voluntary contributions from Masons provide less than one-tenth of the Home's annual operating budget. Only one-fifth of those surveyed were able to identify the amount each Mason contributes to the Home through his dues, $2.50. And only 37 percent of those surveyed knew that the Home is a hospital and nursing home as well as a residence for the elderly. One of the best ways for a person to become acquainted with the Masonic Home of Missouri is to have known someone who was a resident there. Six percent of Missouri Masons have had a relative in the Home, while 23 percent have known someone else who lived there. These people are most likely to have visited the Home, and these people showed greater knowledge of the Home and how it operated. However, two-thirds of Missouri Masons have never been to the Masonic Home. Younger Masons (under 44) are very unlikely to have visited the Home. There is a good chance that even those Masons who live in the area have not visited the Home, as two-fifths ofSt. Louis Masons have never been there. While they probably haven't visited the Home and don't know much about it, most Missouri Masons reported that they were interested in getting more information on the Home. More than three-fourths thought it was important to know where the Home gets its financial support. More than four-fifths were interested in an explanation of why a home for the elderly is a worthwhile charity. About four-fifths thought it is important to know who is eligible to live at the Masonic Home, and about three-fourths thought it is important to know about the personal experiences of residents of the Home. It is encouraging to see that members of the Brotherhood are interested in learning more about the Masonic Home. According to the survey, this interest is complemented by high levels of commitment to the Masonic ideals of service and character development. At this Grand Lodge session you will see one of the products of the second phase, a 45-slide presentation, with accompanying audio tape. The Board has reviewed this show, and finds it to be professionally done and excellent. The Board is presently considering the optimum distribution and use which might be made of these slides. The program has been adapted for continuous

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

showings at both the Sheraton Royal and the Scottish Rite Temple. The self-contained units will keep repeating the show automatically. We urge you and your families to see it. We hope that in future years every newly-made Mason will see the presentation at the completion of his degree work. It runs less than six minutes, but it will make a lasting impression. A special newsletter, the New Cornerstone, is being introduced this month to tell Missouri Masons about the good work being done at the Masonic Home. It will focus on the benefits and gratification that residents and the Fraternity at large receive from the Home. The publication will be well illustrated and will convey a warm, caring image. The first and second issues, September and November, will be mailed to all Masons. Succeeding issues in January, March, and May will go only to Masonic leadership and to those persons who request to be kept on the mailing list. A new brochure on the Masonic Home will visually communicate the Home's service and its position as the embodiment of Masonic charity. It is scheduled for completion in October. An additional brochure, with information on wills, bequests, and other opportunities for giving, has also been authorized by the Board. Professional assistance with articles for The Freemason magazine is continuing. The Winter issue will contain a photo essay on the Home's medical services. Later this fall each lodge will receive an educational kit including four Masonic Home promotional posters, "Masonic Home Facts" announcements, Masonic Home stories and testimonials for use in local newsletters, a Masonic Home speech, and a kit instructional manual. Our goal here is to make it easy for local lodges to give their own members more information on the Home. This hometown support will add another dimension to the educational campaign. A retirement seminar media tour is being designed to take the Masonic Home story to Masons from yet another angle. A special traveling seminar on retirement living will be aimed at Masons and their adult children. The Masonic Home would figure prominently as an alternative for the aged. The seminars would be conducted by an expert on care of the aged, who will be a Mason. This will help us work with the mass media to publicize the seminars and to position the Masons as dedicated to the care of the aged. The Board is preparing a new instructional booklet which will give detailed direction on preparing applications for admission to the Home. This will be of assistance to lodges and their committees. Too often not enough is known about admission requirements and procedures. In all of these various parts of the informational campaign, we have been working with Bro. David Burket, an Iowa Mason, of the Kansas City office of Fleishman-Hillard. Brethren, this is a grand program; grand in conception and in scope. As you see it unfold during the coming year we hope that you will agree.

HELP FROM OUR FRIENDS The Eastern Star, as usual, has been most supportive. We have grown accustomed to meeting with their Advisory Board each quarter, and they are always working actively to raise money or gifts of equipment of use to the

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Home. This report contains a list of the many contributions they have made during this past year. Since nearly a third of our residents are sponsored by Eastern Star chapters, it appears advisable for us to increase the participation of the Grand Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star, in the operation of the Home. It is always a pleasure to see the Masonic Home Cheer Committee in action. The devoted members of this wonderful organization are seemingly always present when needed, and the lives of the residents are certainly made happier as a result. We would be quite negligent if we failed to mention the Wardens' and Masters' Clubs of St. Louis. Their ice-cream and cake social has become a tradition, and is eagerly looked forward to by the residents. Any unit of the Masonic Home, wherever it may be located, must be dependent upon a supporting cadre of brethren like this.

COMFORT FOR OUR RESIDENTS A new heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning system is being installed at the Home. The need for this has long been apparent, and the project has been made possible by the generous Alfred A. Nail gift, in the memory of his father, George C. Nail, which will cover half of the total million-dollar project cost. The proposed system was carefully studied by the Administration Committee and the Board, with the able guidance of our consulting engineers, ZurheideHerrmann, Inc. As a matter of fact, the first bids from the contractors were thrown out, the scope of the project reviewed in detail, and new bids taken. The work should be complete by next spring, and we are certain that the new system will add greatly to the comfort of the residents.

FUND-RAISING TOUR Your Home Board is always looking for new ways to raise money for the Western Unit. A tour is being planned for next June to London and the Grand Lodge of England. This is being arranged with a professional tour agency. A number of Grand Lodges and other Masonic bodies have reported substantial success with such trips. All Missouri Masons will be afforded an opportunity to take this tour, and proceeds accruing to the Home will be put into the building fund for the Western Unit. The Jurisprudence Committee of the Grand Lodge will be consulted to make certain that no aspect of the tour plan will be in conflict with Grand Lodge law.

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF We are indeed fortunate to have a staff of such high quality to operate the Home for us. The Board could actually do very little without them; these people who are on the "firing line" day after day. Our Administrator, H. David Thomas, is possessed of much valuable experience in the hospital and nursing home field. He carries out his duties in an efficient and capable manner. Carl I. Stein, Secretary to the Home Board, is absolutely indispensable to us. He carries out a myriad of important duties in an outstanding way. Howard E. Ward, Coordinator of Fraternal Relations, has established a program which should pay rich dividends to the Home in future years. How-

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

ard has been quite seriously ill during the past year, but in spite of this has attended many meetings of the Board in addition to carrying out his regular duties. He has shown all of us the true meaning of courage. Effective July 1, 1982, we were fortunate to obtain the services, on a part-time basis, of M.W. Bro. Fielding A. Poe, Jr., as an assistant to Howard Ward. Two very special members of the administrative staff are D. Jeff Lance, Legal Counsel, and Richard D. Jacobs, Sr., Financial Advisor. They attend all meetings of the Finance Committee and of the Board of Directors. More hard-working and devoted brethren I have never known. Other staff members with whom we have had dealings are Henrietta Bade, Receptionist; Emil Corte, Director of Procurement; Dorinda Abeln, Director of Housekeeping Service; Rose Curran, Director of Dietary Service; and Susan Chandler, Director of Recreational Therapy. To these and all the rest, we give a hearty thanks!

MEDICAL STAFF Medicine is without question an area in which the Board must depend upon professionals. We are fortunate to have the services of Harold E. Walters, M.D., as Medical Director. Doctor Walters has given the Board personal presentations on medical matters, and is always helpful in specific cases. We are most grateful to this brother, and to the several staff physicians and other medical personnel.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS It has been a privilege and a pleasure to work with the Board this year. The administration of an operating budget exceeding four million dollars and an investment trust of well over 20 million dollars is no small responsibility. The 12 brethren I have been serving with this year form a magical combination of trust, cooperation, energy, and brotherly concern. It has been a rare experience. The terms of two of our members are ending, and we will lose Harry C. Ploetze and K. Roger Pennel. Harry, having served on the Board before this term, has vast experience in a number of areas, particularly admissions, and he will be sorely missed. Roger is a most astute director, with the knack of putting his finger on the real problem. He exudes an aura of quiet competence. Both of these men will be difficult to replace on the Board. I can think of no more worthy calling for an active Mason than a tour of duty on the Home Board. It takes time and effort, yes, but the intangible rewards are great, and the associations are absolutely the best.

THE FUTURE We are in the midst of an expensive, but excellent, public relations program. We have discovered, the hard way, thata Western Unit will notjust happen, but must be preceded by some careful spadework; awakening an appreciation for Masonic Charity and the Masonic Home in the majority of our own membership. If we do not do this, there will be no Western Unit. The die is cast; the Masonic Home, and in a sense, only the Masonic Home, is underwriting this effort. No part of the Grand Lod~e bud~et is ~oin~ into it,

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

nor are any of the funds previously collected for the Building Fund of the Western Unit. We who have been working so long on this dream ask but one thing of the Grand Lodge: That this great body stir and awaken in itself and in its subordinate lodges the realization of what our mission truly is, why we are really here - Charity. Fraternally, EARL K. DILLE.

MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRE=ORS MEMBERS OF THE ADVISORY BOARD -

Seated: Left to right Harry C. Ploetze, Vice President Earl K. Dille, President Mrs. Velma Mischon, President, O.E.S. Advisory Board Mrs. Geraldine Molander, Secretary, O.E.S. Advisory Board Wm. I Hill, Grand Master D. Jeff Lance, Legal Counsel

MASO, Ie HOME OF MISSOURI ORDER OF EASTERN STAR

Standing: Left to right K. Roger Pennel Eldon Turnbull Robert G. Bird Carl I. Stein, Secretary Richard D. Jacobs Sr., Financial Advisor Albert I Elfrank Vern H. Schneider Joseph H. Collison, Treasurer H. David Thomas, Administrator

Not shown are Mrs. Lonnie Stalder, Treasurer, O.E.S. Advisory Board; RobertI Crede;James E. Dearing; Robert D. Jenkins; Charles E. Scheurich; and Howard E. Ward. As o/July 1, 1982, M.W. Bro. Fielding A. Poe has been employed as part time Assistant Coordinator of Fraternal Relations.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

OFFICERS Earl K. Dille, President Joseph H. Collison, Treasurer Harry C. Ploetze, Vice President Carl I. Stein, Secretary William J. Hill, Honorary Chairman

BOARD OF DIRECTORS William]. Hill, Grand Master, Kansas City Robert G. Bird, Springfield Earl K. Dille, Deputy Grand Master, St. Joseph H. Collison, Weston Louis James E. Dearing, St. Louis Robert]. Crede, Senior Grand Warden, Albert]. Elfrank, Advance Jefferson City Robert D. Jenkins, Kansas City Vern H. Schneider, Junior Grand War- K. Roger Pennel, Fairfax den, St. Louis Harry C. Ploetze, St. Louis Charles E. Scheurich, Senior Grand D. Eldon Turnbull, Troy Deacon, Columbia

ADVISORY BOARD - ORDER OF EASTERN STAR Mrs. Velma Mischon, President, Lexington Mrs. Geraldine Molander, Secretary, North Kansas City Mrs. Lonnie Stalder, Treasurer, Sunrise Beach

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF H. David Thomas, Administrator Mrs. Julia Courtney, Secretary Mrs. Bettye Newton, Accountant Mrs. Susan Kennedy, Bookkeeper Mrs. Joan Lagage, Personnel Records Clerk Miss Marion Gail, Payroll Clerk Mrs. Henrietta E. Bade, ReceptionistTypist Marshall Creech, Director of Maintenance and Engineering Service

Emil E. Corte, Director of Procurement Mrs. Dorina Abeln, Director of Housekeeping Service Mrs. Rose H. Curran, Director of Dietary Service Mrs. Susan Chandler, Director of Social Service and Recreation Mrs. Joan Young, R.N., Director of ursing D. Jeff Lance, Legal Counsel Richard D. Jacobs, Sr., Financial Advisor

MEDICAL STAFF Staff Harold E. Walters, M.D., Medical Director C. Rush McAdam, M.D., Director of Clinics Miles C. Whitener, M.D., Staff Physician Robert Rainey, M.D., Staff Physician Florinda Abichandani, M.D., Staff Physician Louis F. Howe, M.D., Staff Physician Emeritus

Consultants R. A. Chipongian, M.D., Ophthalmologist

Earl P. Holt, Jr., M.D., Orthopedic Surgeon Robert Paine, M.D., Cardiologist L. Abichandani, M.D., Psychiatrist Richard A. Bernstein, D.D.S., Dentist L. M. Birenbaum, F.A.C.A., Pharmacist

FRATERNAL RELATIONS Howard E. Ward, Coordinator

Fielding A. Poe, Jr., Assistant Coordinator

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

RW. Brother Dille urged the members of the Grand Lodge to read the entire report. He called particular attention to the section ofthe report on The Western Unit of the Masonic Home, especially the six phases of the statewide informational program. He informed that the six phases would be accomplished at the cost to the Masonic Home of a quarter of a million dollars. No part of that money is coming from Grand Lodge Funds or from Western Unit Building Funds. The new 45-slide presentation on the Masonic Home was viewed by the Grand Lodge. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON GRAND MASTER'S ADDRESS

M.W. Bro.J. Edward Blinn, Chairman, presented the report of the Committee on Grand Master's Address and moved the acceptance of the report. The motion was seconded; the Report of the Committee on Grand Master's Address was accepted. To the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Mason~ of the State of Missouri: BRETHRE~, The Committee on Grand Master's Address submits the following report: We commend the Grand Master for the comprehensive report he has presented, for the obvious diligent research and analysis he has compended, and for his earnest attempts to "change attitudes" among the leadership and membership ofthis Fraternity. His numerous statistical analyses are very illuminating and will require considerable study and review if their ultimate value is to be fully realized. The "I CAN T.O.P. M.A.G.I.C." and the "I CAN S.O.W. A S.E.E.D." programs, well planned, well organized, and well executed, revealed real innovative thought and meticulous planning and preparation, as did the Leadership Preparation and Goal Conferences; and we commend him for them. We acknowledge with pride and admiration our Grand Master's acceptance of the invitation to participate in the 25th Anniversary Re-Dedication of the Truman Library on July 4 as the principal speaker of the day and his commendable fulfillment of that task. V.I.T.-C- "Visibility in the Community" was a direct and beneficial result. And the Grand Master's Parade - a first, a monumental undertaking and a huge success - also resulted in outstanding "Visibility in the Community." This Address has been unique in the annals of recent history in its scope, depth of study, and detailed preparation. The Grand Master's Address is the recognized forum for the Grand Master to bring his thoughts, hopes, aspirations, aims and desires before the leadership of the Fraternity in Grand Lodge assembled; and we accept and appreciate his dedicated efforts in so doing. Again quoting from the PROCEEm:-;(;S of 1963 from the Report of the Committee on Grand Master's Address: "We prayerfully express the hope that the splendid spirit of cooperation and understanding between the Grand Lodge and the Grand Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star relative to the Masonic Home, which has existed for so many years, may never be strained or approach the breaking point." It is a suggestion only to the incoming administration, in consultation with the President of the Masonic Home, that it might be found expeditious under the proper circumstances to form an Ad Hoc Committee to meet with a similar Committee of the Grand Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star to discuss and ameliorate items referred to in the section on Order of the Eastern Star and the ~asonic Home. It might also be expeditious to consider a similar committee to study the section on Grand Lecturer and Grand Lecturer System to insure presen'ation of an acceptable Ritual System for this Grand Lodge; the Ritual, in a very real sense being the lifeblood of our Fraternity, and its system of instruction.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

We recommend that all matters relative to any Standing Committee be referred to that Committee. Finally, we welcome the Crand Master into the ranks of the Past Crand Masters at the close of this session. HER~A!'.' A. ORLICK, P.C.M., Fraternally submitted, FIEI.D1~G A. POE, P.G.M., FRA:-.IK P. BRIGGS, P.G.M. BRVCE H. HV:-.IT, P.C.M., JAMES A. NOLAI'D, JR., P.G.M., J. MORGAN D()!'.'ELSO~, P.G.M., J. c. MO:-';TGOMERY, JR., P.C.M., Gcs O. NATIO~S, P.G.M. WILLlA~ H CHAP~AN, P.G.M., .I. EDWARD BLI!'.':-';, P.C.M., Chairman. THO~fAS J. DAVIS, JR., P.G.M.,

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON MASONIC EDUCATION

RW. Bro. Thomas C. Warden, Chairman, moved that the report of the Committee on Masonic Education, as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees" be accepted and included in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded and approved by vote of the Grand Lodge.

To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M., of Missouri: The Grand Lodge Achievement Award Program has been laboring in the quarries of Missouri Freemasonry since 1975; and the rough stone of those early years has slowly been hewn into the polished ashlar we see today. The program is the centerpiece ofendeavors by your Committee on Masonic Education to heighten the involvement of subordinate lodges in a program which establishes standards that challenge them to become better lodges. Two years ago, 100 lodges qualified for the award. It was the first time that the number reached that milestone. Last year, the results were even more significant: 136 lodges qualified. This year, by mid-August, 75 lodges had been approved as recipients of the award; and for the third consecutive year the response indicated a growing interest and involvement in the program. If we are heartened by the response to the Achievement Award Program, your Committee is saddened by the response to the second Missouri Lecture Series by Harry Carr, Past Junior Grand Deacon of the Grand Lodge of England. Last year's turnout to the ten-day, four-site series was a scant 1 percent of our membership. The message delivered this year was unmistakable: Of some 90,000 members of the Missouri Fraternity, a mere 376 - or 4/10 of 1 percent - availed themselves of the opportunity this year to hear perhaps the world's foremost Masonic lecturer ... a friend and brother who, incidently, received the highest honor in English Masonry - "The Grand Master's Order of Service to Masonry" - on September 8. There are never more than 12 holders of that distinction; so Bro. Harry Carr indeed is in noble company. Last year, your Committee proposed to establish an annual lecture series if more interest was shown than the previous year. Obviously, this did not happen. The Committee, regrettably, feels it appropriate to terminate plans for an annual lecture series. Though the committee felt such an annual event would enhance the Achievement Award Program, the brethren apparently thought otherwise and found it an encumbrance. We shall channel our endeavors elsewhere in the field of Masonic education. That notwithstanding, the Committee wishes to express appreciation to the Public Relations Committee, and to the brethren of the Scottish Rite bodies in

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

St. Louis and Kansas City and the Masonic temples in Jefferson City and Springfield who hosted the lectures, and to all who worked so diligently to bring the Carr Lecture Series to Missouri this year. We are grateful. Here are the sad statistics of this year's event: St. Louis - 154 attended, receipts - $308, expenses - $190.97, net gain - $117.03. Kansas City- 131 attended, receipts - $262, expenses - $158.44, net Rain - $103.56. Jefferson City - 45 attended, receipts - $103, expenses - $103, net results - conspic-

uously, we broke even. 46 attended, receipts -

Spring[udd -

$120, expenses -

$152.72, net loss -

$32.72.

The lectures cost $250 at each site, or $1,000. This leaves us a deficit of $817.13. While not a smashing financial success, those who heard Brother Carr found the rewards immeasurable. Now, on to happier tidings. The Freemason Magazine continues under the competent editorship of Bro. Ray Hilton; and despite some cost-cutting measures wrought by budgetary restraints, the publication maintained an excellence of quality and content. The Southern California Research Lodge found the Spring 1982 edition sufficiently exceptional so as to request an additional 900 copies ... which were not available. They reprinted material therein, nevertheless, with our permission. And the Grand Lodge of the Commonwealth of Virginia was so impressed with the Summer 1982 issue that its Masonic Herald editor termed it "excellent." They too reprinted articles from the Spring 1982 issue. Others in the Fraternity recognize The Freemason Magazine as an exceptional publication. Your Education Committee urges all Missouri Freemasons to read it ... to open this convenient window to the world of Freemasonry. Those who read it will be the better for it. Your Committee on Masonic Education was represented at the 1982 Midwest Conference on Masonic Education; and your Chairman served on the Planning Committee. It was an exceptional conference that attracted noted Masonic scholars, researchers, authors, lecturers, and leaders from Florida, Texas, Canada, England, as well as from 13 Midwestern states. The Committee continues to provide publications and visual aids to lodges. We are pleased to announce that in the coming year a new slide/tape program, "The Pride of All Freemasons," will be added to our list of prepared programs which can assist a lodge in fulfilling requirements for the Achievement Award. The program tells the story of the George Washington Masonic National Memorial. The Committee feels it will be as popular as the program "Symbol of Pride" which was made available during the year just ending. The Committee maintains a display table at the annual communication of Grand Lodge; and many of the current publications are available there. In closing this report, the Committee would be remiss if it did not again impress upon our Missouri brethren the importance of becoming involved, and staying involved, in the Grand Lodge Achievement Award Program. This is our one, unified endeavor to bring together all lodges in a common effort to uplift our individual commitments to Freemasonry. It is the launching pad from which we can soar toward the stars of our fraternal destiny. The Committee on MasonicEducation wishes to express its gratitude to all who have labored in this endeavor to make education a conspicuous part ofour Masonic existence. As in the past, we could not have accomplished our g-oals

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

without the wisdom and guidance provided us by our Grand Secretary. To him we express our deep appreciation. Respectfully submitted, RONALD M. COMPTON,

BRUCE H. HUNT, P.G.M.,

JOSEPH

OLIN

McDANIEL,

MONTGOMERY, JR., P.G.M.,

S. VANDoLAH, C. WARDEN, Chairman.

THOMAS

GRAND LODGE ACHIEVEMENT AWARD 1982 RECIPIENTS Meridian Lodge No.2 at St. Louis, Robert F. DePung United Lodge No.5 at Springfield, Larry D. Yount George Washington Lodge No.9 at St. Louis, Clyde Paul Davis Pauldingville Lodge No. II at Wright City, Paul H. Phiropoulos Tyro Lodge No. 12 at Caledonia, Gerald A. Morris Rising Sun Lodge No. 13 at Kansas City, Wendell G. Pennington Wellington Lodge No. 22 at De Kalb, Ronald R. Baublit Ava Lodge No. 26 at Ava, Rosco W. Ehrhardt Ava Lodge No. 26 at Ava - Perry R. Posey Evergreen Lodge No. 27 at New Haven, Elmer A. Allersmeyer St. John'S Lodge No. 28 at Hannibal, C. Dennis Harrison Liberty Lodge No. 31 at Liberty, George A. Morgan Jefferson Lodge No. 43 at Jefferson City, Lyle McLaughlin Bonhomme Lodge No. 45 at Ballwin, Clarence W. Stone, Jr. Wentzville Lodge No. 46 at Wentzville, Kenneth A. Pruneau Wentsville Lodge No. 46 at Wentzville, William E. McGuire Fayette Lodge No. 47 at Fayette, Carl H. Acton Wakanda Lodge No. 52 at Carrollton, James T. England New Bloomfield Lodge No. 60 at New Bloomfield, William Dee Mosley, Jr. Savannah Lodge No. 71 at Savannah, Garvin G. Porter Silex Lodge No. 75 at Silex, Warren W. Wommack Independence Lodge No. 76 at Independence, Robert A. Fitzpatrick

Independence Lodge No. 76 at Independence, Jack B. Kissee Polar Star Lodge No. 79 at Clayton, Paul M. Hall St. Mark's Lodge No. 93 at Cape Girardeau, Willis D. Segraves Webster Lodge No. 98 at Marshfield, Floyd N. Doyel Webster Lodge No. 98 at Marshfield, Warren E. Newton Marcus Lodge No. 110 at Fredericktown, Benjamin W. Shelton Twilight Lodge No. 114 at Columbia, James G. Wade Compass Lodge No. 120 at Parkville, Douglas A. Linville Hermann Lodge No. 123 at Hermann, Eugene e. Haeffner Braymer Lodge No. 135 at Braymer, Bruce Clevenger Lincoln Lodge No. 138 at Fillmore, Douglas Kammerer Oregon Lodge No. 139 at Forest City, William S. Richards Pleasant Grove Lodge No. 142 at Otterville, John C. Allen Cass Lodge No. 147 at Harrisonville, Art Reece Lexington Lodge No. 149 at Lexington, Kenneth Sisemore Milton Lodge No. 151 at Milton, Floyd W. Frye North Star Lodge No. 157 at Rock Port, e. O. Husing Mountain Grove Lodge No. 158 at Mountain Grove, Jacob e. Baird Whitesville Lodge No. 162 at Whitesville, David E. Lancey Joachim Lodge No. 164 at Hillsboro, Alonzo Hudson California Lodge No. 183 at California, David R. Potter Hermon Lodge No. 187 at Liberal, Philip G. Couch

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Zeredatha Lodge No. 189 at St. Joseph. Frank Golden, Jr. Angerona Lodge No. 193 at Missouri City, Chesley E. McAfee New Hope Lodge No. 199 at Elsberry, John H. Owens, Jr. Trilumina Lodge No. 205 at Marshall, B. Z. Leatherwood Clay Lodge No. 207 at Excelsior Springs, Francis H. Overbey Unionville Lodge No. 210 at Unionville, William Bruce, Jr. Hickory Hill Lodge No. 211 at Eugene, Willard (Bill) Wood Kansas City Lodge No. 220 at Kansas City, Donald Lynn Huggins Mystic Tie Lodge No. 221 at Oak Ridge, Andrew P. Matz La Belle Lodge No. 222 at La Belle. D. Hone Throckmorton Hamilton Lodge No. 224 at Hamilton, Arnen Beery, Jr. Saline Lodge No. 226 at St. Marys. Gerald Shelton Shelbina Lodge No. 228 at Shelbina, Elmer Dixson St. Francois Lodge No. 234 at Libertyville, Jerry P. Hibner Sedalia Lodge No. 236 at Sedalia, Thomas H. McCully LaPlata Lodge No. 237 at LaPlata, Leland Collins Rushville Lodge No. 238 at Rushville, Robert L. Shier Palestine Lodge No. 241 at St. Charles, Walter S. Specie Montgomery Lodge No. 246 at Montgomery City, David Barker Hope Lodge No. 251 at Washington. Thomas A. Kuhlmann Mechanicsville Lodge No. 260 at Defiance, William D. Kessler Holden Lodge No. 262 at Holden, Russell Lattimer Summit Lodge No. 263 at Lee's Summit, Ralph S. Cantrell, Jr. Brotherhood Lodge No. 269 at St. Joseph, James M. Murphy Granite Lodge No. 272 at Sedalia, James Richard Burk Cold Spring Lodge No. 274 at Leeton, Edward K. Lenz Fenton Lodge No. 281 at Fenton, Charles E. Harris Cosmos Lodge No. 282 at St. Louis. Ira M. Warden

Craft Lodge No. 287 at Canton, Johnny L. Rudicil Hermitage Lodge No. 288 at Hermitage, Frank Ratliff Lamar Lodge No. 292 at Lamar, Charles Gwinn Temple Lodge No. 299 at Kansas City, Wallace J. Hickey Osage Lodge No. 303 at Nevada. Michael F. Buchanan Cecile Daylight Lodge No. 305 at Kansas City, Kenneth L. Goad New London Lodge No. 307 at New London, Raymond V. Dowell, Jr. Meramec Lodge No. 313 at Eureka. Gene Bartrom Rural Lodge No. 316 at Kansas City. Chester H. Hazen Versailles Lodge No. 320 at Versailles, Kenneth Dunnington McDonald Lodge No. 324 at Independence, Rex Lee Stark, Sr. Linn Lodge No. 326 at Linn, Emerson Leinberger Mount Zion Lodge No. 327 at West Plains, Robert Louis Sargent Joplin Lodge No. 335 at Joplin, Gene Willhite Blue Springs Lodge No. 337 at Blue Springs, Sherman Dale Brady Westport Lodge No. 340 at Kansas City, Ernest W. Erikson Circle Lodge No. 342 at Roscoe, Robert T. Keeton Moberly Lodge No. 344 at Moberly, C. K. Swan Fellowship Lodge No. 345 at Joplin, James H. Doran Arlington Lodge No. 346 at Dixon, Harold Campbell Hebron Lodge No. 354 at Mexico, Dennis R. Herndon Northwest Lodge No. 358 at Tarkio, Lyle L. Brown Tuscan Lodge ~o. 360 at St. Louis, Thomas L. Merrill Fraternal Lodge ~o. 363 at Robertsville, James T. Clark Waynesville Lodge No. 375 at Waynesville, Fred A. McMillan King Hill Lodge No. 376 at St. Joseph, Harold L. Hamm Raytown Lodge No. 391 at Raytown, Franklin B. Harding Jasper Lodge No. 398 at Jasper, Clifford Taylor

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Carterville Lodge No. 40 I at Carterville, Howard Doyle Vanslyke Cache Lodge No. 416 at St. Louis, Edgar D. Piles Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422 at Springfield, Chester Milton Webb Samaritan Lodge No. 424 at Bonne Terre, Robert A. Groom Macks Creek Lodge No. 433 at Macks Creek, Mike Clopp Excelsior Lodge No. 441 at Jackson, Larry Cunningham Anchor Lodge No. 443 at Crestwood, James D. Clayton Ada Lodge No. 444 at Orrick, LeRoy Cain Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446 at Kansas City, William E. Sayles Belton Lodge No. 450 at Belton, James L. Schraml Lambskin Lodge No. 460 at St. Louis, Peter Cavic, Jr. Plato Lodge No. 469 at Plato, Herold Dean Earp Plato Lodge No. 469 at Plato, Kenneth L. Shaffer Nodaway Lodge No.4 70 at Maryville, Clay Hollingsworth Mineral Lodge No.4 71 at Oronogo. Howard L. Floyd Mt. Hope Lodge No.4 76 at Odessa, William B. Dean, Sr. Clintonville Lodge No. 482 at El Dorado Springs, James Leonard Fairfax Lodge No. 483 at Fairfax, Leon D. Reed Harmony Lodge No. 499 at St. Louis. Edward F. Vaclavik, Jr. Buckner Lodge No. 501 at Buckner. Emerson O. Brown Euclid Lodge No. 505 at Crestwood, Frank Lesinski, Sr. Saxton Lodge No. 508 at St. Joseph, Earl C. Hadle, Jr. Skidmore Lodge No. 511 at Skidmore, Turner Tyson Webb City Lodge No. 512 at Webb City. Robert E. Hammond Senath Lodge No. 513 at Senath. Richard B. Rice Galena Lodge No. 515 at Galena, Joe K. Neal Clifton Heights Lodge No. 520 at St. Louis, Ernest L. Rodgers Gate City Lodge No. 522 at Kansas City, Orval D. Hicks

1982

Columbia Lodge No. 534 at Pacific, Ronald Huff Winigan Lodge No. 540 at Winigan, Wayne D. Smith Ferguson Lodge No. 542 at Ferguson, Horace M. Clevenger Algabil Lodge No. 544 at St. Louis, Billy J. Boyer South Gate Lodge No. 547 at Kansas City, William S. Skinner Clinton Lodge No. 548 at Clinton, V. E. Bradley Carl Junction Lodge No. 549 at Carl Junction, Raymond M. Bischoff Rose Hill Lodge No. 550 at Creve Coeur, Walter M. Wintemberg Maplewood Lodge No. 566 at St. Louis, John M. Korpi Bernie Lodge No. 573 at Bernie, Royce Ellsworth LaMonte Lodge No. 574 at LaMonte, Jerry R. Handley Easter Lodge No. 575 at St. Clair, Kenneth L. Johnson Forest Park Lodge No. 578 at Mehlville, James C. Easton Criterion Lodge No. 586 at Alba, Charles Shupp Branson Lodge No. 587 at Branson, John H. Cochran, Jr. Union Lodge No. 593 at Union, Clay Barnhart Leadwood Lodge No. 598 at Leadwood, James E. Green Cosby Lodge No. 600 at Cosby, Eubert G. Schneider Warrenton Lodge No. 609 at Warrenton, Herbert L. Smith Mokane Lodge No. 612 at Mokane, P. Monroe Bartley Brentwood Lodge No. 616 at Brentwood, Robert E. Cox Swope Park Lodge No. 617 at Kansas City, Gary L. Mullins Grandview Lodge No. 618 at Grandview, F. Raymond Patten Willard Lodge No. 620 at Willard, H. Norman Napier Overland Lodge No. 623 at Overland, Robert C. Creech Owensville Lodge No. 624 at Owensville, William G. Woods Sheffield Lodge No. 625 at Kansas City, Frank M. Holcer Magnolia Lodge No. 626 at St. Louis, William J. Mathis, J r.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

East Gate Lodge No. 630 at Kansas City, Chester L. McDaniel Freedom Lodge No. 636 at Mehlville, Harry O. Maenner Benjamin Franklin Lodge No. 642 at Creve Coeur, Marvin H. Fine Shaveh Lodge No. 646 at Creve Coeur, Walter S. Schauman Noel Lodge No. 647 at Noel, Larry Coffee Gardenville Lodge No. 655 at St. Louis, John W. Siscel Country Club Lodge No. 656 at Kansas City, John David Goodell Country Club Lodge No. 656 at Kansas City, Paul J. Warrington. Sr.

Alpha Lodge No. 659 at North Kansas City. Virden L. Daugherty Rockhill Lodge No. 663 at Kansas City, Milton Loeffler Berkeley Lodge No. 667 at Berkeley, Jack D. Gorman Florissant Lodge No. 668 at Florissant, Norman G. Schlagenhauf, Jr. Florissant Lodge No. 668 at Florissant, Paul R. Knupp Harold O. Grauel Lodge No. 672 at Cape Girardeau, James K. Wills Arnold Lodge No. 673 at Arnold, Howard N. Brown Viburnum Lodge No. 676 at Viburnum, G . Wesley Lloyd

REPORT Of GRAND LECTURER

RW. Bro. Stanton T. Brown moved that the Report of the Grand Lecturer, as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees" be received and printed in the PROCEEDI!':GS. The motion was seconded and approved by vote of the Grand Lodge.

To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: Herewith is submitted my tenth annual report as your Grand Lecturer as required by the Constitution and By-Laws of your Grand Lodge. One of the duties of the Grand Lecturer is to make a written report to the Grand Lodge regarding the general condition of the ritualistic work and other matters of interest connected with his office. As a matter of record this report is important, for by it and those presented over the past 113 years, we are able to trace the progress of our ritual from year to year. It was my good pleasure to visit officially each of the 60 districts of our Grand Jurisdiction at least once, quite a number a second time, and some a third time where I felt the presence of the Grand Lecturer was needed. The purpose of these schools is not only to correct whatever mistakes may have crept into the exemplification of the ritual but, of equal importance, to enhance the abilities of your District Deputy Grand Lecturers. Experience teaches us that this, in turn, strengthens the confidence of the Craft toward these dedicated and hardworking brethren. The attendance at these meetings has, with a few exceptions, improved over last year, especially with the lodge officers. Perhaps this is due in part to the Grand Lodge Achievement Award which requires, among other things, attendance of at least four of the top five line officers at one of the schools held by the Grand Lecturer. I have a keen interest in the Achievement Award - not only for this reason but because of other requirements which are necessary and encourage a lodge to engage in some activities that would not ordinarily be their custom. I cannot express too strongly my conviction that the idea of the Achievement Award has now been accepted and earning this honor has become a goal for many of our lodges. The results of the new Subdivision III at first did not look too encouraging from the standpoint of numbers since it has now been in effect three years with

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

a total of 271 certificates having been issued as ofJune 30, 1982. However, as I reviewed the proceedings of previous years, at the end of the third year of the then new Subdivision II there were only a total of 120 certificates issued. By comparison, we are encouraged. Although the majority of the Subdivision III cardholders are in the more heavily populated parts of ourjurisdiction, we will increase our efforts to bring up the numbers in areas where there are fewer members. I have every confidence in the District Deputy Grand Lecturers that, when they concentrate their exertions toward this effort, much will be accomplished in this endeavor. Although there has not been the number of proficiency cards issued that we would liked to have seen, yet we now have a total of 1,796 which is the greatest number recorded in our history. An increase of 10 percent next year is not an impossible goal. The condition of the ritual statewide is excellent and is due primarily to the efforts of the District Deputy Grand Lecturers. The reports submitted by these brethren indicate a slight increase in the number of schools conducted this year over last; and it appears that we are maintaining our numbers in brethren instructed. There are but a very few lodges who do not feel the need of having or attending a school held by one of their deputies. It is regretable, however, that there are any because the men who have accepted the responsibility of District Deputy Grand Lecturer have attended schools and performed work in the presence of the Grand Lecturer and other lecturers and are well qualified to instruct. Without exception, all have expressed to me in their reports their willingness to hold schools if asked. I'm sure that there is no lodge in the state so perfect that the services of a District Deputy Grand Lecturer would be in vain. By our nature, we bring new men into our midst and place them in positions of responsibility where they perpetuate mistakes because no one in the lodge is well versed in the ritual. In addition to conducting the more than 60 official visits, 20 sectional meetings were held with your District Deputy Grand Lecturers; four in each of the five sections of the state. The attendance at these meetings has increased, mostly in the fall and winter months, due perhaps, to the Grand Lodge Achievement Award. Without this program of sectional meetings, it would be virtually impossible for the Grand Lecturer to educate new brethren and to keep proficient deputies in all districts. These knowledgeable men keep our ritual uniform. The proficiency of the deputies has so markedly improved over the last few years that we have trimmed the time at the schools by two hours to accomplish the same amount of work. I cannot praise the deputies adequately for desire, ability, and interest in perfecting their work. This year, since the presence of the Grand Lecturer was not necessary at the 17 area meetings held by the Grand Master, I had the time to initiate joint schools bringing together two, three or four districts depending on the geographical location and number of miles necessary to be traveled to attend. The results were most encouraging. The attendance ranged from a low of 24 to a high of92, or an overall attendance of 720 men for the 17 meetings thus held. The brethren who attended expressed their desire to have similar meetings in the future. We had opportunity to dot the "i's" and cross the "t's." The joint schools were a great help not only for the brethren, but also reinforced the confidence of the brethren in their respective deputies.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

In working with the District Deputy Grand Lecturers for the last ten years, I have come to know each of them personally. Words are inadequate in trying to express the feeling of appreciation and respect I have for these brethren who have done so much for the Grand Lodge in support of my efforts as Grand Lecture. Because of the efforts of these men, we can take pride that the work is performed in like manner throughout the state. Some of these brethren have asked to be relieved of their duties at the close of this year and have prepared others to perform their duties. Although we shall miss them in their respective roles, we know their interest in ritual has not diminished and that we can call on them for assistance as necessary. Although the District Deputy Grand Masters are the personal representatives of the Grand Master and perform altogether different functions from the District Deputy Grand Lecturers, on behalf of the lecturers and myself, I want to thank them for their many courtesies to me and for their su pport of me and my deputies in attendance at each of the district visits and at the meetings held for the deputies in the five parts of the state. These two groups of deputies work together very closely. This is as it should be. On the many occasions when I have requested assistance of a District Deputy Grand Master, I am proud to say that not one has ever refused. The true spirit of Brotherhood is very prevalent throughout our Fraternity, and I am indebted to each of these brethren for his ready cooperation. I have appreciated the many invitations received this past year to attend special meetings and Masonic functions and deeply regret that I had to decline many ofthem. My first duty to the Grand Lodge and to the Craft is teaching the ritual and this must take precedence. To ask the brethren who have arranged for a district meeting or a lodge of instruction to postpone said meeting would not be in keeping with Masonic courtesy. The opportunity to have served under M.W. Bro. William]. Hill, our Grand Master, has been a rewarding experience. I thank him for his understanding and loyal support. We, the Grand Lodge body, have but a limited grasp of the hours and miles given by our Grand Lodge officers in planning, communicating and executing the business of our Grand Lodge. I value the support and interest accorded me this year in my efforts on behalf of the Grand Lodge. We look forward to a resurgence of enthusiasm and interest in Freemasonry among the membership and a year of greater and finer achievements in this Grand Jurisdiction. May we give thanks to the Great Architect of the Universe for His watchful care over us and our Fraternity. God bless you all. Fraternally submitted, STA!':TON T. BROW!':, Grand Lecturer.

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON RITUAL

R.W. Bro. Stanton T. Brown, Chairman, moved that the report of the Committee on Ritual, as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees" be received and printed in the PROCEEDI!':GS. The motion was seconded and approved by vote of the Grand Lodge.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: Your Committee on Ritual met in Springfield onJune 5, 1982. RW. Bro. Freelon K. Hadley was given a special welcome by the Committee. All were happy that his recovery was going so well. His presence maintained a continuation of unbroken attendance at the Ritual Committee meetings since becoming a member in 1947 - 35 years of perfect attendance. A discussion was held regarding the status of Subdivision III proficiencies. As of June 30, 1982 there were 271 qualified in that part of the ritual which seemed disappointing on the surface; however, when proceedings of previous years were reviewed, we found that at the close of three years of the then new Subdivision II there were only 120 qualified cardholders in that Subdivision. The Committee was unanimous in its evaluation of the importance and practical value of this proficiency and will make a conscious effort to encourage the brethren to work toward earning this certificate. The Masonic Education Committee will be approached with a proposal by the Ritual Committee incorporating a "Special Ritual Award" with optional requirements for the Achievement Award. Lodges would be recognized for each Subdivision in which at least one new brother qualified as an instructor. Lodges qualifying would receive an appropriate sticker or stickers to be placed on their award certificate. Several fine points of the Ritual were discussed for clarification and to assure that all members of the Committee were in agreement. There have been no requests for ritual changes. It is our feeling that the Ritual should remain as it is now unless compelling- reasons appear to indicate a change. The Committee realizes that its chief function is "to conserve and preserve the work"; and it will be constantly on guard to see that nothing prevents it from discharging that obligation in full. The Committee members have been kept quite busy handling the matters dealing with the certificate plans. And we wish to express our appreciation to our Grand Secretary, RW. Brother Frank A. Arnold, for his valuable assistance in handling the detailed work which goes through his hands with regard to the certificate plan. The list of names of the brethren who have received certificates this past year in Subdivisions I, II and III will be listed in the proceedings as a part of this report. Fraternally submitted, FREELON K. HADLEY, RON~IE L. HOUSE, CARROLL R. MOORMAN,

DALE A. LUDWIG, EUGENE E. "PAT" McFARLAND, STANTON T. BROW~, Chairman.

SUBDIVISIOI" 1 - ORIGII"ALS 5721 Donald E. Hathaway. Charity Lodge No. 331 5722 J. Lee Boyd, Farmington Lodge No. 132 5723 Joe 1'. Clifford. Clintonville Lodge 1"0. 482 5724 Loyal David Stern, Ferguson Lodge 1"0. 542 5725 Alfred Woodson Bird, Sheffield Lodge 1"0.625 5726 Adrian James Adkins, Charity Lodge 1"0. 331 5727 Steven Fairl Hicks. Mt. Washington LodRe 1"0. 614

5728 David Bryan Thompson, Somerset Lodge 1"0.206 5729 Paul Joseph Warrington, Sr., Country Cluo Lodge 1"0. 656 5730 Marvin Dean Beaver, Joplin Lodge 1"0. 335 5731 Harry Paul Roberts, Grandview Lodge No. 618 5732 John H. Aiken, Friendship Lodge No. R9 5733 Robert William Kline, Grandview Lodge NO.618 5734 Roger Kenneth Armfield, Grandview LodF;e No. 618

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

5735 Melvin Leon Tacke, Swope Park Lodge No. 617 5736 Fred Lee Aichele, Swope Park Lodge No. 617 5737 Virgil E. Bradley, Clinton Lodge 1':0.548 5738 Marcus Reid Moore, Hornersville Lodge No. 215 5739 Everett Lyle Eckert, Alpha Lodge No. 659 5740 John Mac Hedrick, Alpha Lodge 1':0. 659 5741 Edward William Calvert, Swope Park Lodge No. 617 5742 Gary A. Inlow, Sedalia Lodge 1':0. 236 5743 Stanley D. Ragar, Sedalia Lodge No. 236 5744 Raymond Eugene Vorderbruegge, Union Lodge No. 593 5745 Larry Paul Malcolm, Blue Springs Lodge No. 337 5746 Kenneth John Murphy, Bonhomme Lodge No. 45 5747 Marion Eugene Creek, Maplewood Lodge No. 566 5748 Wayne Francis Studley, Howard Lodge !'l0.4 5749 John Milton Baxter, Alpha Lodge 1':0. 659 5750 Felix Budzinski, Alpha Lodge No. 659 5751 Clayton C. Cooper, Forsyth Lodge 1\:0. 453 5752 Curtis E. Guill, Forsyth Lodge No. 453 5753 Ansel C. Graham, Independence Lodge !'l0.76 5754 Kenneth K. Sowers, St. Francisville Lodge No. 588 5755 John Edward Bates, Alpha Lodge No. 659 5756 Louis Meyer Matusofsky, Polar Star Lodge 1':0.79 5757 Archie J. McCoy, Clay Lodge No. 207 5758 F. Wayne Dugan, Angerona Lodge No. 193 5759 Donald Vernon Matney, Swope Park Lodge No. 617 5760 Dwayne Dee Edwards, St. James Lodge No. 230 5761 Earl A. Sandroff, D.M.D., Bridgeton Lodge No. 80 5762 Gary Warren Barr, McDonald Lodge 1\:0. 324 5763 Leonard Thomas O'Brien, Jr., Angerona Lodge No. 193 5764 Charles O. Hoppe, Arnold Lodge No. 673 5765 Marvin Keith Woods, Ada Lodge No. 444 5766 Raymond D. Fowlkes, Moberly Lodge 1\:0. 344 SUBDIVISION I A2661 George E. Clark, Rising Sun Lodge No. 13 A2662 Cleo E. Tapscott, East Gate Lodge 1\0. 630

A2663 Dale Harmon Flanagan, Heroine Lodge 1\0. 104 A2664 Richard G. Brown, Swope Park Lodge 1\0.617 A2665 James M. Worley, King Hill Lodge No. 376 A2666 Troy Gordon Williams, Canopy Lodge 1\0. 284 A2667 Kenneth L. Shaffer, Plato Lodge 1\:0. 469 A2668 Archie Rudolph Bledsoe, 1\elson Lodge 1\0. 560

5767 R~y J Osbourn, Huntsville Lodge No. 30 5768 WIlham L. Goodman, Essex Lodge 1\0. 278 5769 Elton Dale Mathews, Angerona Lodge 1':0.193 5770 Iver Clayton Valentine, Raytown Lodge No. 391 5771 Stanton Henry Gilliland, Blue Springs Lodge No. 337 5772 Jack W. Hurst, Blue Springs Lodge No. 337 5773 James Raymond Nunn, Blue Springs Lodge No. 337 5774 Raymond Eugene Adams, Arnold Lodge 1':0.673

5775 Raymond John Lammert, Arnold Lodge No. 673 5776 Thomas A. Kuhlmann, Hope Lodge No. 251 5777 Eu~ene Thomas Freese, Florissant Lodge No. 668 5778 Rodger G. Shuster, Brotherhood Lodge 1':0.269

5779 Gerald Nolan McReynolds, III 5780 Robert Louis Bartley, Mount Zion Lodge No. 327 5781 Gene Wesley Friebe, Mount Zion Lodge No. 327 5782 Dallas Ray Reed, Wentzville Lodge No. 46 5783 Keith George Tomazi, Beacon Lodge No. 3 5784 Jimmy Donald McKenzie, Four Mile Lodge No. 212 5785 Edgar Doyle Piles, Cache Lodge No. 416 5786 Charles Conroy Smith, Jr., East Gate 5787 Edward Dworkin, Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446 5788 Lenzie Ray Boatright, Paul Revere Lodge No. 330 5789 Gary Wayne Chronister, Forsyth Lodge No. 453 5790 Carroll Wayne Lance, Lincoln Lodge No. 138 5791 Claude William Shelton, Jr., Moberly Lodge 1':0. 344 5792 Vernon Charles Daume, Mystic Tie Lodge 1':0. 221 5793 Willie Reed Smith, Jr., Puxico Lodge No. 596 5794 James William Pilkington, Huntsville Lodge 1':0. 30 5795 Charles Marion Reed, Grandview Lodge 1\0.618 FIRST RE1\EWALS A2669 Ralph Mitchell Hood, Independence Lodge 1\0. 76 A2670 Charles P. Cassidy, Rising Sun Lodge 1\:0. 13

A2671 Michael Ray Seidner, Friend Lodge 1\0. 352 A2672 Billy Joe Roberts, Texas Lodge !'lo. 177 A2673 Gary E. Recla, Friend Lodge 1\0.352 A2674 Henry Dale Boeh, Zeredatha Lodge 1\0. 189 A2675 Marshall Curt Rimann, Swope Park Lodge 1\0. 617 A2676 Amos William Arnold, Florissant Lodge 1\0.668 A2677 Davey L. Fisher, Western Star Lodge No. 15

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

A2678 Frederick Raymond Patten, Grandview Lodge 1'\0. 618 A2679 Frank J Danko, Cache Lodge 1'\0. 416 A2680 FranCis Martin Clatanoff, Raytown Lodge 1'\0. 391 A2681 Robert Marion Edmundson, Blue Springs Lodge 1'\0. 337 A2682 Lawrence Ray Albright, II, I'\eosho Lodge No. 247 A2683 William Edward McGuire, Wentzville Lodge 1'\0. 46 A2684 Garv M. Lanham, Moberly Lodge 1'\0.

:H'4

A2685 Otis LeeJones, Vandalia Lodge 1"0. 491 A2686 Jeffery D. Keeney, Van Buren Lodge 1'\0.509 A2687 Ronald R. Pemberton, Richland Lodge 1'\0.385 A2688 John Edward Hurshman, Sr., Butler Lodge ~o. 254 SUBDIVISIOI'I: I B1475 Ronnie West, Fair Play Lodge 1'\0. 44 B1476 Rex Lee Stark, Sr., McDonald Lodge No. 324 B1477 Thomas W. Porter, Heroine Lodge :'I/o. 104 BI478 Harold Ennis Antrim, Northeast Lodge 1'\0.643 B1479 Ervin A. Drewing, Magnolia Lodge 1'\0. 626 B1480 Paul A. Delozier, California Lodge 1'\0. 183 B1481 Walter Kenneth Schneider, Grandview Lodge 1'\0. 618 B1482 Richard W. Goff, Clifton Heights Lodge :'1/0.520 B 1483 Paul Patton, Kennett Lodge 1'\0. 68 B1484 Curtis 1.. Huffines, Hornersville Lodge 1'\0.215 B 1485 Vivian Bellas Gibson, Swope Park Lodge 1'\0.617 B1486 Richard G. Wallace, Samaritan Lodge No. 424 B 1487 Ezra T. Lalik, Independence Lodge 1'\o. 76 B1488 Theodore R. Brown, Freedom Lodge No. 636 B1489 Roy R. Rowland, Branson Lodge No. 587 B1490 Alvin Irl Penrod, Composite Lodge 1\'0. 369 B 1491 Clarence W. Stone, Jr., Bonhomme Lodge 1'\0. 45 B1492 Kenit W. Inman, Friend Lodge 1\'0. 352 B1493 Franklin B. Harding, Raytown Lodge No. 391 B 1494 David E. Greco, Trinity Lodge 1'\0. 641 B1495 James Elwood Massey, Independence Lodge 1'\0. 76 B1496 August M. Ott,Jr., Gate City Lodge No. 522 B1497 Billy Ray Abbott, Ferguson Lodge No. 542 SUBDIVISIOI'\ I C881 James E. Newton, Van Buren Lodge No. 509 C882 Ned A. Donovan, Rising Sun Lodge 1'\0. 13

1982

A2689 Richard Lee Breidenbaugh, Liberty Lodge 1'\0. 31 A2690 Arthur Lee Reece. Cass Lodge No. 147 A2691 Everett Louis King, J r., Cass Lodge No. 147 A2692 Gerald D. Gentry, Mercer Lodge No. 35 A2693 J. H. Hunter, Mercer Lodge 1"0. 35 A2694 Robert Holt Turner, Raytown Lodge 1"0.391 A2695 John Powell, Puxico Lodge 1"0. 596 A2696 'Donald Dean Tapley, I'\ew Hope Lodge 1"0.199 A2697 William R. King, Union Lodge No. 593 A2698 Michael Wayne Hale, Savannah Lodge 1'1:0.71

A2699 Virgil A. Hammack, Saline Lodge No. 226 A2700 Charlie Willis Hummel, Twilight Lodge ~o. 114 SECOND REI'\EWALS B 1498 Donald 1.. Warfield, Joplin Lodge No. 335 B 1499 John Kenneth Smith, Cecile Daylight Lodge 1'\0. 305 B1500 James Glen Wade, Twilight Lodge No. 114 B1501 Gordon E. Hopkins, Charity Lodge No. 331 B 1502 Harold 1.. Mann, Heroine Lodge No. B 1503

.J.

104

Steve Dodson, Freedom Lodge 1'1:0. 636 B 1504 Roland Pepmueller, Hope Lodge 1'\0. 251 B1505 Ira Earl Green,Jr., Raytown Lodge 1'\0. 391 B 1506 John Bailey Sloan, Branson Lodge No. 587 B 1507 Peter Cavic, Jr., Lambskin Lodge No. 460 B 1508 Harry Bradford Sherman, Swope Park Lodge 1'\0. G17 B1509 Joe W. Cumins, Four Mile Lodge No. 212 B 1510 Robert P. Edmondson, Gate of the Temple Lodge 1'\0. 422 B 1511 Charles E. Harris, Fenton Lodge No. 281 B1512 Guy 1.. Allee, Defiance Lodge 1'1:0. 88 B 1513 Paul Alexander Richardson. Sheffield Lodge 1\'0. 625 B1514 Warren Ernest Carr, Mineral Lodge No. 471 B 1515 Michael David Ballard, Henderson Lodge 1\'0. 477 B1516 Randall Jay Jones, Mt. Olive Lodge No. 439 B 1517 John Dudley Ossenfort, Forest Park Lodge No. 578 B1518 Delbert Dailey, Moberly Lodge 1"0. 344 B 1519 Robert Edward Lee Shelton, Linn Creek Lodge No. 152

THIRD RENEWALS C883 John Robert Mullins, Canopy Lodge No. 284 C884 Floyd Elmer Williams, Fellowship Lodge No. 345

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

C885 Quentin L. Love, Rising Sun Lodge No. 13 C886 Alvin Merlin Armstrong. Wakanda Lodge No. 52 C887 William Dale Finke, Monelt Lodge 1'1:0. 129 C888 l'I:olen H. Rinne. Linn Lodge No. 326 C889 Ross A. Rutherford. Saxton Lodge No. 508 C890 Robert C. Jarrett, Brotherhood Lodge 1'1:0.269

C891 Royal E. Osgood, Brotherhood Lodge No. 269 C892 Kenneth Eugene Kennedy, Henderson LodRe 1'1:0. 477 C893 Paul F. Hamilton, Webster Lodge 1'1:0. 98 C894 J. Dwight McDonald, Barnett Lodge No. 591 C895 Lewis L. Kreymeyer, Meridian Lodge 1'1:0. 2

C896 David A. Watson. Neosho Lodlo'(e 1'0. 247 C897 Robert Mason Runner. Salem lodge 1'0. 225 C898 Leonard D. Kennedy, Vandalia Lodge 1'1:0.491

SUBDIVISIOI'I: I D569 Joseph George Wenner, Grandview Lodge No. 6r8 D570 Ernest L. Weir, Grandview Lodge 1'1:0. 618 D571 Charles H. Daume. Jr., Mystic Tie Lodge 1\;0.221 D572 John Harl Davidson. Compass Lodge No. 120 D573 Harold Glen Eagan, Friend Lodge 1'1:0. 352 D574 Jerrold K. Clemons. Bismarck Lodge No. 41 D575 Edward Albert Overby. Maplewood Lodge No. 566 D576 Billy G. Haddock. Kansas City Lodge 1'0. 220 D577 William Earl Weese. Temperance Lodge No. 438 D578 Carol A. Rice, Adelphi Lodge No. 355 D579 Leonard T. Ferrell, Caruthersville Lodge No. 461

SUBDlVISIOI' 1 E407 Glen William Johnson. Branson Lodge 1\;0.587 E408 Dale A. Ludwig, Algabil Lodge 1'1:0. 544 E409 Marvin Gene Shull. Rising Sun Lodge 1'1:0. 13 E410 Don V. Gunset, St.James Lodge 1'0. 230 E411 Woodrow W. Akins, l'I:ew Madrid Lodge No. 429 E412 Walter Raymond Philpott. Rising Sun Lodge No. 13 E413 Joseph Edward Blinn, Webster Lodge 1\;0.98 E414 Darrell R. Shorlt, Sparta Lodge 1'1:0. 296 E415 Frank Patrick Lesinski. Sr., Euclid Lodge No. 505

C899 Denver Wesley Newton. Van Buren Lodge 1'1:0. 509 C900 Carl Berton Rose, St. Joseph Lodge No. 78 C901 Curtis Junior Walker, Orient Lodge No. 546 C902 Gerald Lewis Broyles, Versailles Lodge 1'1:0.320

C903 Gerald V. Noble, Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446 C904 Conley Eugene DePriest, Pauldingville Lodge No. 11 C905 Floyd Edward Dodson, Troy Lodge 1'1:0. 34 C906 Arthur 1'. Thornton. Fraternal Lodge 1'1:0.363 C907 Edwin C. Carpenter, King Hill Lodge No. 376 C908 Billy Joe Cox, Friendship Lodge No. 89 C909 Stanley Lester Cooksey, Wakanda Lodge 1'1:0.52

C910 Robert Earl Hammond, Webb City Lodge N0.512 C911 Lloyd Ehon Michelsen. Morley Lodge 1'0.184 C912 Melvin John Sanders, Marlborough Lodge 1'\0. 569

FOURTH RENEWALS D580 Dennis Lee Watson. Alpha Lodge No. 659 D581 Donald Roy Wagner. Bridgeton Lodge 1'1:0.80

D582 Wilbern Cleo Sanders. Salem Lodge No. 225 D583 Leo Harold Pitts, Hermitage Lodge 1'1:0. 288 D584 Richard F. Martin. Lexington Lodge No. 149 D585 Howard L. Adkins, Country Club Lodge No. 656 D586 Clifford Leon Feltinberger, Mt. Washington Lodge No. 614 D587 George A. CoIlins. Pilot Knob Lodge 1\;0. 182 D588 Herbert E. Riehn, Mystic Tie Lodge No. 221 D589 Jo Maurice Fisher. Raytown Lodge No. 391 0590 Paul Henson, Puxico Lodge No. 596

FIFTH REI'I:EWALS E416 Charles Keith Wilkinson, Sr., Mt. Washington Lodge 1'1:0. 614 E417 Rolland Woodrow Caldwell, Hope Lodge 1'\0.251 E418 James Daniel Fink, Lambskin Lodge No. 460 E419 Virgil B. Saville, Jefferson Lodge No. 43 E420 R. C. Eichler, Braymer Lodge No. 135 E421 Clyde D. Cumins, Four Mile Lodge 1\;0. 212 E422 EIIiot S. Cohen, Benjamin Franklin Lodge 1'1:0.642

E423 John L. Schafer, Salem Lodge No. 225

PROCEEDINGS OF THE SUBDIVISIO)'l; I -

F265 Samuel M. Morris, Somerset Lodge 1\;0. 206 F266 Russell M. Arthur, St. Francois Lodge )'1;0. 234 F267 Samuel Allen Crookshanks, Rising Sun Lodge No. 13 F268 Basil E. Lewis, Cass Lodge 1\;0. 147 F269 James E. Brown, Fellowship Lodge )'1;0. 345 F270 Theodore T. Martin, Hayti Lodge !'\o. 571 F271 Rex Martin Williams, Henderson Lodge 1\;0.477 F272 Guster R. Madle, Kennett Lodge 1'\0. 68 F273 William Roosevelt Douglas, Jr., Wayne Lodge 1\;0. 526

1982

SIXTH RENEWALS F274 James Sylvester Cunningham, Twilight Lodge 1\;0. 114 F275 Frederick Preston Womack, St. Francois Lodge No. 234 F276 George Dale Sheppard, Alpha Lodge )'1;0. 659 F277 Henry Louis McDaniel, East Gate Lodge No. 630 F278 Joseph Thomas Miner, Ferguson Lodge No. 542 1"279 Nathaniel Herschal Monday, Hornersville Lodge I\; o. 215 F280 Glen Patterson Adams, Rolls Lodge 1\;0. 213 F281 Donald V. Benson, Fulton Lodge 1\;0.48

SUBDIVISION I - SEVEI'\TH REI\;EWALS GI73 Merl M. Harryman, Alpha Lodge No. GI80 William A. Gamblian, Vandalia Lodge 659 No. 491 GI74 Charles Melvin Bates, Grandview Lodge GI81 Erwin Henry Witthaus, Mokane Lodge )'1;0.618 1\;0.612 GI75 John W. Larkins, Webster Groves Lodge GI82 Julius W. Lindauer, Hope Lodge No. 251 1'\0.84 GI83 William Franklin Jackson, Shaveh Lodge GI76 Orville M. Mash, Webster Groves Lodge )'1;0.646 1\;0. 84 GI84 Thomas Joseph Lehmann, Paul Revere GI77 O~den L. Romine, Winigan Lodge No. Lodge 1\;0. 330 :>40 G 185 Sherman Elvis Adkinson, Richland GI78 Merle B. Graham, Hiram Lodge 1'\0.362 Lodge !'\o. 385 G 179 Olin Francis Barnett, Rising Sun Lodge No. 13 SUBDIVISIOI'\ I - EIGHTH RENEWALS H109 Charles E. Foster,Jr., Charity Lodge No. 331 H 110 Harold E. Thornton, Grandview Lodge No. 618 H III Harold Raymer Watson, Alpha Lodge No. 659 HI12 Tom Brown Prettyman, Cass Lodge 1\;0. 147 H 113 Walter Lee Shelton, Friend Lodge No. 352

HI14 Ralph Otto Kolb, Anchor Lodge 1\;0. 443 HIlS Ra y V. Carpenter, Friendship Lodge )'1;0. 89 H 116 Paul Edward Kelly, York Lodge No. 563 H 117 Buel Raymond Babb, Friendship Lodge 1'\0. 89 H 118 Vernon K. Abel,Joachim Lodge 1'\0.164

SUBDIVISION 1 - I\;II'\TH REI'\EWALS 159 160 161 162

Stanton T. Brown, Buckner Lodge 1'\0. 50 I 166 Chester Raymond Carpenter, Wayne Lee B. Turner, Hannibal Lodge No. 188 Lodge No. 526 Joe John Shipman, Kennett Lodge No. 68 167 Leonard Kavanaugh Horne, Wayne Lodge James Woodrow Dougan, Rosendale Lodge No. 526 1'\0.404 168 Sylvanus B. Rinehart, I\;ortheast Lodge 1\;0. 163 Glenn Ames, DeSoto Lodge No. 119 643 164 Arthur Richard Cullor, Unionville Lodge 169 Ralph Dale Hall, Composite Lodge No. 369 1'\0.210 165 I'\athan William Glazer, Benjamin Franklin Lodge No. 642 SUBDIVISION I - TEI'\TH REl':EWALS

.129 Opie Dod Hatfield, Rising Sun Lodge 1'\0. 13 J30 Russell Vandelicht, Hope Lodge 1'\0. 251 .131 Melvin Boone Goe, Sr., Centralia Lodge No. 59 SUBDIVISIOI\; 1 - ELEVEI'\TH REI'\EWALS Kl4 Philip D. Trainer, Clinton Lodge No. 548 SUBDIVISIOI'\ I -

TWEUTH RENEWALS

1.5 John Black Vrooman, Equality Lodge No. 1.6 J. Earl Landes, Shekinah Lodge No. 256 497 SUBDIVISIOI\; I - THIRTEENTH REI\;EWALS M I Freelon K. Hadley, St. Joseph Lodge 1\;0. 78

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

SUBDIVISION II - PART ONE - ORIGINALS 430 Ronnie West. Fair Play Lodge No. 44 437 Arnold Duvall Smith. Eolia Lodge No. 14 431 Elwood Eugene Crandall. Independence 438 James Stanton Arnold. Florissant Lodge Lodge No. 76 1"0.668 432 Stanton Henry Gilliland, Blue Springs 439 Dale Harmon Flanagan, Heroine Lodge Lodge No. 337 1"0.104 433 D. Robert Downey, Pilgrim Lodge No. 652 440 Arthur R. Zellmer. Crescent Hill Lodge 434 William D. Montgomery, Leadwood Lodge 1'0.368 No. 598 441 Dwayne D. Edwards, St. James Lodge No. 435 William Harold Dement. Grandview Lodge 230 No. 618 442 Everett Lyle Eckert, Alpha Lodge 1"0. 659 436 Billy Joe Beatty. Joplin Lodge No. 335 SUBDIVISION II - PART ONE A283 Quantrell Chester Robbins, Weston A294 Lodge 1"0. 53 A295 A284 Howard Lee Dobbs, Neosho Lodge No. 247 A296 A285 John B. Sloan. Branson Lodge 1"0. 587 A286 William Donald Harvey, Gardenville Lodge No. 655 A297 A287 Amos William Arnold. Florissant Lodge No. 668 A298 A288 Robert Marion Edmundon, Blue Springs Lodge No. 337 A299 A289 Ralph Claude Primo, Saline Lodge No. 226 A300 A290 Walter S. Specie. Palestine Lodge 1"0.241 A291 Robert Clay Creeck,Overland Lodge 1"0. A301 623 A292 Robert EarlJinkerson,Jr.. DeSoto Lodge A302 1"0. 119 A293 Joe Willhite. Joplin Lodge No. 335

FIRST REI"EWALS Robert Lynn Shipp. Charity Lodge No. 331 Clarence W. Stone, Jr., Bonhomme Lodge No. 45 Ralph Wayne Horton. Jonesburg Lodge No. 457 Randall Jay Jones, Mt. Olive Lodge No. 439 Ralph Sterling Cantrell. Jr.. Summit Lodge No. 263 Ezra T. Lalik, Independence Lodge No. 76 Arthur Richard Cullor, Unionville Lodge 1'0. 210 James Ellis Spencer, Grandview Lodge No.618 Melvin Arthur Pedersen, Ferguson Lodge No. 542

SUBDIVISION II - PART OI"E - SECOND REl\EWALS BI86 Herbert C. Ort, Euclid Lodge No. 505 B191 Terry Dean Stanley, Carterville Lodge B187 David R. Vogler, Magnolia Lodge 1"0. 1'0.401 626 B 192 David E. Greco, Trinity Lodge No. 641 BI88 Robert C. Jarrett. Brotherhood Lodge B193 R. Edward Ceries. Crestwood Lodge 1"0. No. 269 669 B189 Charles H. Daume, Jr., Mystic Tie Lodge B 194 Robert Edward Lee Shelton. Linn Creek No. 221 Lodge 1'0. 152 B190 Robert Earl Hammond. Webb City Lodge 1"0.512 SUBDIVISION II -

PART ONE -

CI37 Royal E. Osgood. Brotherhood Lodge 1"0.269 CI38 Willis Ralph Hunt, Alpha Lodge 1"0. 659 CI39 Benjamin Edward Lollar. Western Star Lodge No. 15 CI40 Floyd Elmer Williams, Fellowship Lodge 1"0.345 CI41 Robert Phillips. Easter Lodge 1"0. 575 CI42 Roger Ralph Adams, Criterion Lodge 1"0.586 SCBDIVISION II -

PART ONE -

DI03 Elliott S. Cohen, Benjamin Franklin Lodge 1"0. 642 DI04 Harold I"orman ]\;apier, Willard Lodge 1"0. 620 D105 Don V. Gunset, St. James Lodge 1"0. 230 D106 Charles 1". Alcorn. 'Wentzville Lodge No. 46

THIRD REl\EWALS

CI43 James E. Brown. Fellowship Lodge 345 CI44 .lames E. I"ewton, Van Buren Lodge 509 CI45 James Robert Floyd. Alpha Lodge 659 CI46 Gayle Don Bedell, Fellowship Lodge 345

No.

No. No.

No.

FOURTH RENE\VALS

DI07 Frederick Preston Womack, St. Francois Lodge No. 234 DI08 Henry Louis McDaniel, East Gate Lodge 1"0. 630

PROCEEDINGS OF THE SUBDIVISIOI\: II -

PART ONE -

E80 Russell M. Arthur, St. Francis Lodge No. 234 E81 Marvin Gene Shull, Rising Sun Lodge No. 13 SUBDIVISION II -

FIFTH REI\:EWALS.

E82 Frank Patrick Lesinski, Sr., Euclid Lodge No. 505 E83 Stanley Earl Massey, Competition Lodge No. 432

PART ONE -

F47 Thomas C. Hurt, East Gate LodRe No. 630

1982

SIXTH RENEWALS

F48 Arthur S. Wehmeyer, Paul Revere Lodge No. 330

SUBDIVISIOI\: 11- PART ONE -

SEVENTH REI\:EWALS

G24 Claud T. Foster, Four Mile Lodge No. 212

SUBDIVISIOI\: II -

PART OI\:E -

SUBDIVISION II -

PART ONE -

17 John E. Adams, Ferguson Lodge No. 542

SUBDIVISIOI\: II -

EIGHTH REI\:EWALS

H 16 Morris S. Sheeks, Progress Lodge 1\:0. 657

H15 Dale C. Motter, Adair Lodge 1\:0. 366

NINTH RENEWALS

18 James Woodrow Dougan, Rosendale Lodge 1\:0.404

PART OI\:E -

TENTH REI\:EWALS

.14 Russell J. Rowe, Perseverance Lodge 1\:0. 92

SUBDIVISION II -

PART TWO -

404 Douglas Raymond Porter, Liberty Lodge No.31 405 Ronnie West, Fair Play Lodge No. 44 406 John Frank Goad, Samaritan Lodge 1\:0. 424 407 Arnold Duvall Smith, Eolia Lodge 1\:0. 14 408 Dwayne Dee Edwards, St.James Lodge 1\:0. 230 409 Lowell Ben Van Dyke, Grandview Lodge No.618

SUBDIVISIOI\: 11- PART TWO A255 Thomas W. Porter, Heroine Lodge No. 104 A256 Frank F. Wallis, Tyro Lodge No. 12 A257 Duane Eiserman, Branson Lodge 1\:0. 587 A258 William Leonard Conley, Plato Lodge No. 469 A259 Billy Joe Roberts, Texas Lodge No. 177 A260 Roger Allen Trent, Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422 A261 Gerald James Kunold, Friend Lodge No. 352 A262 Robert C. Jarrett, Brotherhood Lodge No. 269 A263 Chester Lee McDaniel, East Gate Lodge No. 630 A264 Frederick A. Troxel, Jr., Blue Springs Lodge No. 337

ORIGINALS

410 William Edward McGuire, Wentzville Lodge No. 46 411 James Edward Drake, Rolla Lodge No. 213 412 Jerry Wayne Steinwinder, Albert Pike Lodge No. 219 413 Charles Otto Hoppe, Arnold Lodge No. 673 414 Mike L. Hayes, Somerset Lodge No. 206

FIRST RENEWALS

A265 Robert Marion Edmundson, Blue Springs Lodge No. 337 A266 James Glen Wade, Twilight Lodge No. 114 A267 Howard Doyle Van Slyke, Carterville Lodge 1'.'0.401 A268 John Dudley Ossenfort, Forst Park Lodge No. 578 A269 William Donald Harvey, Gardenville Lodge No. 655 A270 James Robert Floyd, Alpha Lodge No. 659 A271 Charles D. Howell, Henderson Lodge 1\:0.477 A272 John Bailey Sloan, Branson Lodge No. 587

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI SUBDIVISION II -

PART TWO -

B181 Robert Earl Hammond, Webb City Lodge No. 512 SUBDIVISION II -

SUBDIVISION II -

SIXTH RENEWALS

F48 Maurice Mayberry, Lebanon Lodge No. 77

PART TWO -

HI5 James Woodrow Dougan, Rosendale Lodll:e No. 404

FIFTH RENEWALS

E77 Stanley Earl Massey, Competition Lodge No. 432

PART TWO -

F47 ArnoldJohn Millner, Ferguson Lodge No. 542

FOURTH RENEWALS

D94 Henry Louis McDaniel, East Gate Lodge No. 630

PART TWO -

E75 Russell M. Arthur, St. Francois Lodge No. 234 E76 Frank Patrick Lesinski, Sr., Euclid Lodge No. 505

THIRD RENEWALS

CI28 Arvid Earl Critchfield, Northeast Lodge No. 643 C 129 Roger Ralph Adams, Criterion Lodge No. 586 CI30 James E. Newton, Van Buren Lodge No. 509 C131 Roger Lay Pritchett, Lathrop Lodge No. 506

PART TWO -

D92 Harold Norman Napier, Willard Lodge No. 620 D93 Frederick Preston Womack, St. Francois LodRe No. 234

SECOND RENEWALS

B182 Willis Ralph Hunt, Alpha Lodge No. 659 B183 Robert D. Weikal, Sedalia Lodge No. 236

PART TWO -

C123 Jimmie Lee Moreland, Neosho Lodge No. 247 C 124 Clarence Lee Alumbaugh, Buckner Lodge No. 501 CI25 Don V. Gunset, St.James Lodge No. 230 CI26 John C. Allen, Pleasant Grove Lodge No. 142 C 127 Royal E. Osgood, Brotherhood Lodge No. 269

EIGHTH RENEWALS H16 Dale C. Motter, Adair Lodge No. 366

PART TWO -

NII\TH RENEWALS

16 John E. Adams, Ferguson Lodge l'o. 542 SUBDIVISION II -

PART TWO -

.13 Russell). Rowe, Perseverance LodRe No. 92 SUBDIVISION II -

TENTH RENEWALS

.14 Lloyd Cecil Kennon, Granite Lodge No. 272

PART THREE -

395 Gary Kit Garoutte, Sedalia Lodge No. 236 396 Elwood Eugene Crandall, Independence Lodge No. 76 397 Ronnie West, Fair Play Lodge No. 44 398 Jerry W. Steinwinder, Albert Pike Lodge No. 219 399 Glen Edgar Giboney, Gate of the Tcmple Lodge No. 422 400 Richard Bodine Crouch, Branson Lodge No. 587 401 Richard Lee Brcidenbaugh, Liberty Lodge No. 31 402 Arnold Duvall Smith, Eolia Lodge No. 14 403 James Stanton Arnold, Florissant Lodge No. 668 404 Timothy Keith Blum, Shekinah Lodge No. 256 405 Charles Wesley Leach, Arnold Lodge No. 673

ORIGINALS

406 Cleo Everett Tapscott, East Gate Lodge No. 630 407 Dwayne Dee Edwards, St.James Lodge :-.10. 230 408 Harold W. Brewer, Ferguson Lodge No. 342 409 Jcrry L. Gaddy, Euclid Lodge No. 505 410 Stanton Henrv Gilliland, Blue Springs Lodge No. 337 411 Curtis Eugcne (~uill, Forsyth Lodge No. 453 412 Charlcs Eugene McGuire, Mizpah Lodge No. 639 413 William Edward McGuirc, Wentzville Lodge No. 46 414 Joe WIllhite. Joplin Lodge No. 335 415 Harry Paul Roberts, Grandview Lodge No. 618

PROCEEDINGS OF THE SUBDIVISION 11- PART THREE -

A256 Thomas W. Porter, Heroine LodKe No. 104 A257 Frank E. Wallis, Tyro Lodge No. 12 A258 Ralph C. Primo, Saline Lodge No. 226 A259 Amos W. Arnold, Florissant Lodge 1'0. 668 A260 Robert C. Jarrett, Brotherhood Lodge No. 269 A261 William Donald Harvey, Gardenville Lodge No. 655 A262 Ezra Franklin Williams, Wentzville Lodge No. 46 A263 Harold G. Eagen, Friend Lodge No. 352

SUBDIVISIOI' II -

SECOI'D REI'EWALS

B 184 Charles E. Becraft, St. Joseph Lodge 1'0. 78 B185 Robert Earl Hammond, Webb City Lodge No. 512 B186 Billy Ray Abbott, Ferguson Lodge No. 542 B187 James Robert Floyd, Alpha Lodge No. 659

PART THREE -

C 135 Charles Marvin Benedict, Wellston Lodge No. 613 C136 Royal E. Osgood, Brotherhood Lodge No. 269 C137 Floyd Elmer Williams, Fellowship Lodge 1':0.345 SUBDIVISION II -

FIRST REI'EWALS

A264 John Dudley Ossenfort, Forest Park Lodge 1'0. 578 A265 Robert Marion Edmundon, Blue Springs Lodge 1'0. 337 A266 Albert Ule, Overland Lodge No. 623 A267 Howard Doyle Van Slyke, Carterville Lodge 1'0. 401 A268 George L. Hickman, Raytown Lodge 1'0. 391 A269 James Glen Wade, Twilight Lodge No. 114 A270 William John Mundy, Clifton Heights Lodge 1'0. 520

PART THREE -

B180 Ervin A. Drewing, Magnolia Lodge No. 626 B181 Charles H. Daume,Jr., Mystic Tie Lodge No. 221 B182 Willis Ralph Hunt, Alpha Lodge 1'0. 659 B183 Richard W. Goff, Clifton Heights Lodge 1':0.520

THIRD RENEWALS

C138 Theodore Mottert, Meramec Lodge 1':0. 313 CI39 Don V. Gunset, St.James Lodge No. 230 C140 James E. Newton, Van Buren Lodge No. 509

PART THREE -

D98 Harold Norman Napier, Willard Lodge No. 620 D99 Frederick Preston Womack, St. Francois Lodge No. 234

FOURTH RENEWALS

D 100 Clarence Lee Alumbaugh, Buckner Lodge No. 501 D101 Donald V. Benson, Fulton Lodge No. 48 DI02 Dale A. Ludwig, Algabil Lodge 1'0. 544

SUBDIVISION 11- PART THREE E73 Russell M. Arthur, St. Francois Lodge 1':0. 234 E74 George H. Strother, Vandalia Lodge 1'0. 491 E75 Orville M. Mash, Webster Groves Lodge No. 84

SUBDIVISION II -

SEVENTH REI'EWALS

G27 OP3ie Dod Hatfield, Rising Sun Lodge No. 1:

PART THREE -

16 John E. Adams, Ferguson Lodge 1'0. 542

SIXTH RENEWALS

F47 Dale C. Motter, Adair Lodge No. 366

PART THREE -

G26 William Franklin Jackson, Shaveh Lodge No. 646

FIFTH REI'EWALS

E76 Dominik Louis Seeler, Meridian Lodge No. 2 E77 Frank Patrick Lesinski, Sr., Euclid Lodge 1':0. 505 E78 Dwight L. Pickinpaugh, Raytown Lodge No. 391

PART THREE -

F46 Carroll R. Moorman, Easter Lodp;e 1'0. 575

1982

NII'TH RENEWALS

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI SUBDIVISION II -

.13 RussellJ. Rowe, Perseverance

PART THREE -

Lod~e

No. 92

TENTH RENEWALS

.14 Lloyd Cecil Kennon, Granite Lodge No. 272

SUBDIVISION III - ORIGIl\'ALS 254 Stephen Hal Dorsey, Carterville Lodge No. 401 255 Frank Leroy Lennaman, Lanes Prairie Lodge No. 531 256 Dwayne D. Edwards, St. James Lodge No. 230 257 Durward Russell Kitts, Liberty Lodge No. 667 31 Grover G. Phillips, Walker Lodge No. 605 25R Robert S. Alexander, Branson Lodge No. Gerald D. Shelton, Saline Lodge No. 226 587 PaulJoseph Warrington, Sr., Country Club 259 Richard Allen Holmes, Bonhomme Lodge Lodge No. 656 No. 45 Ronald H. Ross, Swope Park Lodge No. 617 260 James Dee Donaldson, Overland Lodge Chesley Emerson McAfee, Angerona No. 623 261 David Lee Swinney, Polar Star Lodge No. Lodge No. 193 79 Kenneth K. Sowers, St. Francisville Lodge 262 William Donald Harvey, Gardenville No. 588 Robert Allen Dorsey, Carterville Lodge No. Lodge No. 655 401

242 Ronnie West, Fair Play Lodge No. 44 243 Joe T. Clifford, Clintonville Lodge No. 482 244 Jacob C. Baird, Mountain Grove Lodge No. 158 245 Thomas W. Porter, Heroine Lodge No. 104 246 Gilbert LeeRoy Mattli, Berkeley Lodge No. 247 248 249 250 251 252 253

SUBDIVISION III Al Stanton Thayer Brown, Buckner Lodge No. 501 A2 Freelon K. Hadley, St.Joseph Lodge No. 78 A3 Ronnie L. House, Mansfield Lodge No. 543 A4 Charles Edward Scheurich, Acacia Lodge No. 602 A5 J. Edward Blinn, Webster Lod~e No. 98

FIRST RENEWALS A6 Dale A. Ludwig, Algabil Lodge No. 544 A7 Clarence Lee Alumbaugh, Buckner Lodge 1'\0. 501 A8 Stanton Thayer Brown, II, Buckner Lodge No. 501 A9 Eugene E. "Pat" McFarland, Hermon Lodge No. 187

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

REPORT OF MISSOURI LODGE OF RESEARCH

R.W. Bro. Stanton T. Brown, Worshipful Master, moved that the report of the Missouri Lodge of Research, as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees" be received and printed in the PROCEEDIM;S. The motion was seconded and approved by vote of the Grand Lodge.

To the Grand Lodge, A.F. and A.M. of Missouri: BRETHRE!':: As Worshipful Master of the Missouri Lodge of Research, I submit this annual report to the Grand Lodge as was the custom until 1976. The semi-annual meeting of the Missouri Lodge of Research was held in conjunction with the annual convocation of the Grand Council-Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons which was held in the Holiday Inn West at Columbia on April 24, 1982. The early hour of7:00 a.m. was no deterrent to the 115 Masons present who enjoyed breaking the fast together and an interesting presentation of a portion of recent Masonic history based on "Truman as a Mason." Bro. Charles Warren Ohrvall, archivist on the staff of the Harry S Truman Library since 1971 andJunior Warden of East Gate Lodge No. 630, was the speaker for the event. The annual meeting will be held Monday afternoon, September 27 at 4:00 p.m., at the Scottish Rite Temple in Kansas City. The annual election and installation of officers will take place at that time, and any other business that may come properly before it. The next morning, September 28, at 7:00 a.m. our breakfast meeting will be held in the dining room of the Scottish Rite Temple. The speaker will be Dr. Robert G. Jackson, Most Worshipful Grand Master of Kansas. Two brief items of information - our membership is approximately 1,400 Masons and at the writing of this report, a book by Coil relating to Black Freemasonry is in the hands of the printer. I regret to report that the goal of a combined library with the Missouri Lodge of Research and the Grand Lodg-e of Masonic Education Committee has not been realized. This would be a worthy accomplishment and could be considered in future planning. We wish to give special thanks to R.W. Bro. A. W. (Whit) Griffith for his efficient service as Secretary. Fraternally submitted, STA!':TO!': T. BRow!':, Worshipful Master. MISSOl:RI LODGE OF RESEARCH

Officers 1981-82 Worshipful Master - Stanton T. Brown, Rt. 1, Box 225, Buckner, 64016 Senior Warden - Richard W. Calvert, P.O. Box 1162, Platte City, 64079 Junior Warden - Lloyd L. Shainker, 7333 Balson Blvd., St. Louis, 63130 Senior Deacon - William H Chapman, 250 Blackmer Pl., Webster Groves, 63119 Junior Deacon - Earl K. Dille, 10258 Butterworth Lane, St. Louis, 63131 Senior Steward - Robert D. Jenkins, 7741 Troost St., Kansas City, 64131 Junior Steward - Thomas C. Warden, P.O. Box 540, Owensville, 65066 Senior Marshal- Ray Hilton, 2929 S. Barnes St., Springfield, 65304 Junior Marshal- Dr. John C. Montgomery, Jr., 6354 Wydown Blvd., St. Louis, 63105 Senior Director of Ceremonies - Marvin G. Shull, 2304 N.E. Shady Lane, Kansas City, 64118

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Junior Director of Ceremonies - P. Vincent Kinkead, Rt. 2, Box 243, Farmington, 63640 Chaplain - Albert Van Gels, 24 Spring Dr., Florissant, 63031 Tiler - John Black Vrooman, P.O. Box 402, St. Louis, 63166 Secretary and Treasurer - A. W. (Whit) Griffith, P.O. Box 480, Fulton, 65251-0480 Trustees

Elvis A. Mooney, 117 N. Prairie St., Bloomfield, 63825 William H Chapman, 250 Blackmer Pl., Webster Groves, 63119 Frank A. Arnold, 800 Highway 63 North, Columbia, 65201 Freelon K. Hadley, 1506 Wayne Dr., St. Joseph, 64506 Advisory Board

Earl K. Dille, 10258 Butterworth Lane, St. Louis, 63131 Harry Gershenson, Sr., 1144 Pierre Laclede Center, Suite 1144,7733 Forsyth Blvd., St. Louis, 63105 Olin S. McDaniel, P.O. Box 415, Bonne Terre, 63628-0415 William H. Utz, Jr., 1208 Corby Bldg., St. Joseph, 64501 William R. Robbins, 515 DeBolt St., Trenton, 64683 Board of Publications

William R. Denslow, P.O. Box 529, Trenton, 64683 Lewis C. Wes Cook, P.O. Box 12444, North Kansas City, 64116 Bruce H. Hunt, P.O. Box 188, Kirksville, 63501 Ovid H. Bell, 1201-05 Bluff St., Fulton, 65251 Alfred W. (Whit) Griffith, P.O. Box 480, Fulton, 65251-0480 Editor

Thomas C. Warden, P.O. Box 540, Owensville, 65066 REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON GRAND LODGE OFFICE BUILDING

The Grand Secretary moved that the report of the Committee on Grand Lodge Office Building, as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees," be accepted and made a part of the record of this Annual Communication. The motion was seconded and approved by vote ofthe Grand Lodge. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: Your Committee on the Grand Lodge Office Building, charged with the upkeep and maintenance of the building and grounds, met when needed during the year. Contracts were entered into for snow removal, lawn and tree care. Site repairs were made to areas that had excessive settling, and corrections made on drainage. The landscape plan has been contracted and completed to the limit of the present budget. The remaining projects will be held over until next year. Various minor repairs were made throughout the year, with the airconditioning repairs being the most expensive. The Committee has agreed that repairs will be necessary to correct settling of the blacktop driveway as soon as funds are available. It is the opinion of the Committee that the Grand Lodge Office Building is in excellent condition with no visible or anticipated problems. Respectfully submitted, ERNEST C. CO'ITLE,

FRANK A. ARNOLD,

JOH!,: E. WETZEL,

DOUGLAS

GARRETT,

Chairman.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON RELIEF AND CHARITY

Bro. James E. Dearing, Chairman, moved that the Report of the Committee on Relief and Charity be accepted as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees" and that the report be printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded and approved by vote of the Grand Lodge. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: The Committee on Relief and Charity is composed of five members of the Masonic Home Board of Directors. The Committee is appointed under Section 5.090 of the By Laws by the Grand Master and meets monthly at the Masonic Home Board meeting or at the call of the chairman to consider requests properly submitted to it by a subordinate Lodge for financial assistance and relief to worthy eligible cases. The Grand Lodge, at its annual communication in Springfield, Mo., on September 28 and 29, 1981 budgeted $15,000.00 for the work of the Committee and $5,000.00 was appropriated and forwarded to the Committee during the year. Following is the Financial Report of the Activities of the Committee: Granby Lodge No. 514 $ 1,200.00 3,850.00 Mountain View Lodge No. 637 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,500.00 Schell City Lodge No. 448 975.00 East Gate Lodge No. 630 $ 7,525.00 Balance in Bank July I, 1981 $ 8,038.73 Received from Grand Lodge 5,000.00 189.37 Received Interest $13,228.10 Checks issued for Relief 7,525.00 Balance in Bank June 30, 1982 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. $ 5,703.10

The report of the auditor verifies the facts of this financial statement. Respectfully submitted, CARL I. STEIN, Secretary-Treasurer, JAMES E. DEARING, Chairman ROBERT J. CREDF., HARRY C. PLOETZE, ROBERT G. BIRD.

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON CORRESPONDENCE

M.W. Bro. Bruce H. Hunt, Chairman, presented the Report of the Committee on Correspondence, which is contained in the 77-page booklet "A Masonic Review." M.W. Brother Hunt stated that the 1983 "Review" was the 21st report of the Committee on Correspondence he prepared. He moved the acceptance of the Report of the Committee on Correspondence and its inclusion in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded and approved by vote of the Grand Lodge. M.W. Grand Master Hill commended M.W. Brother Hunt on his work through the years in the preparation of "A Masonic Review," which is recognized as a valuable source of Masonic information.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON RECOGNITION OF FOREIGN GRAND LODGES

The Grand Secretary moved that the report of the Committee on Recognition of Foreign Grand Lodges be received as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees" and made a part of the record of this Annual Communication. The motion was seconded and approved by vote of the Grand Lodge. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: Your Committee on the Recognition of Foreign Grand Lodges makes the following report: . It is the recommendation of your Committee, since there has been no Grand Lodge seeking recognition during the current year nor has there been any Grand Lodge which for any known reason should have recognition withdrawn, that we state that harmony prevails among our jurisdictions and the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri continues to maintain the present cordial relations now enjoyed with our sister Grand Lodges. Fraternally submitted, JOHN BLACK VROOMAN, Chairman WILLIAM R. DENSLOW, FRANK A. ARNOLD. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON MASONIC BOARDS OF RELIEF

The Grand Secretary moved that the report of the Committee on Masonic Boards of Relief as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees" be received and made a part of the record of this Annual Communication. The motion was seconded and approved by vote of the Grand Lodge. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: Your Committee on Masonic Boards of Relief has reviewed the individual reports submitted by the Boards of Relief in St. Joseph, Joplin and St. Louis and St. Louis County for the fiscal year ended June 30, 1982. The reports submitted indicate no expenditure of funds for financial assistance during the year. The financial status of the Boards appear to be in order, as none of the Boards made any assessments of the lodges for funds during the year. As in the previous year the primary function of these Boards (as noted in their individual reports) has been to arrange and conduct funeral services when called upon. However, numerous requests for various Masonic courtesies have been handled with the splendid cooperation of the lodges in the performance of these services. For more detailed information concerning receipts, disbursements and services by these Boards of Relief, we refer you to the individual reports attached hereto. Our sincere appreciation and thanks to all for their cooperation in submitting these informative reports. Respectfully submitted, JACK A. FURLOl':(~, JACK C. COLLISTER, ROBERT LYTLE, ALBERT H. VAl': GELS, Chairman.

100

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

St. Joseph To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: The St.joseph Masonic Board of Relief is composed of six lodges located in St. Joseph. They are: St.Joseph Lodge No. 78; Zeredatha Lodge No. 189; Brotherhood Lodge No. 269; Charity Lodge No. 331; King Hill Lodge No. 376; and Saxton Lodge No. 508. The Annual Meeting was held onjanuary 29, 1982. The officers for 1982 are: Glenn Swails, President, Brotherhood Lodge; Charles Becraft, Vice President, St. joseph Lodge; and Kenneth L. McNeal, Secretary-Treasurer, Zeredatha Lodge. There has not been a call for an assessment from member lodges for several years. The Board did not receive any requests for direct financial aid during the year. It appears that the charity funds of the local lodges are doing a good job in assisting worthy brethren who need assistance. The St. joseph Board has a primary function as serving as the clearing house for all Masonic inquiries concerning membership verification, report of death and illness, arranging Masonic funeral services, and serving as liaison for all Masonic organizations throughout the area. The Board acknowledges the generosity of the St.joseph Scottish Rite for assuming all administrative expenses of the Board. The following is the financial report for the Board for the period of june 30, 1981 to June 30, 1982.

Checking Account - Commerce Bank of St. Joseph, june 30, 1981 Expenses during year to 6/30/82 Balance June 30, 1982

$246.86 00.00 246.86

The Board of Relief of St. Joseph finds as the years go by, that the need for financial aid is almost nonexistent. We are serving the more important function ofa clearinghouse for information and assisting other Grand Lodges with inquiries and information. We will continue in this type of activity. Respectfully submitted, KE:-.I~ETH L. McNEAL, Secretary, St. Joseph Masonic Board of Relief Joplin No requests for financial aid have been received by the Masonic Board of Relief in Joplin for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1982. The Board has a balance of $40.82 in funds on deposit with First National Bank & Trust Company of Joplin. Fraternally, J A:\fES E. BROW~, Secretary. St. Louis and St. Louis County To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: GREETII'GS: The Board had four meetings this year and all were well attended. There has been a definite increase in interest shown by the lodge representatives. Many questions were asked with the desire to understand more about the Board's functions and obligations, for which we are grateful. We had ten requests for funerals which were handled in the usual numerical order, plus seven lodges that had special requests, for which they received credit. No monetary assistance was given and none of our cemetery lots were used, our last lot used being in 1968. Again, for the 18th consecutive year, being financially sound, there was no need to assess the lodges. The financial report is included. Fraternally, TOM MOSER, FRA~K HART:\fA:-.I~, Secretary, No. 499, President, No. 218, CHARLES J A:-.ISSEI' GEORGE GROPPE~BACIIER, Treasurer, No. 218. Vice President, No.9.

1982

101

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

We have, as instructed, checked all the financial records of this Board for the fiscal year ended June 30, 1982. A statement showing the receipts and disbursements for this period follows. For the Auditing Committee: ELMER A. ROHRBACH, No. 347, Chairman. August 5, 1982 STATE~E:"T

OF RECEIPTS A='iD

FR()~f ]t:I.Y

I, 1981

D1SBLJRSE~fE='iTS

TO ]LJ:"E

30, 1982

Balance July 1, 1981

. $16,866.12

Receipts:

Lodge assessments, 1981-/82 Interest on U.S. Bonds Interest on Certificate of Deposits Donations (0)

$ . . .

0.00 98.75 1,045.51 0.00

1,144.26 $18,010.38

Disbursements:

Relief Cleaning of sickroom equipment Telephone

:;t~:i~eg

. . .

:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: Office supplies . Safe Deposit Box, Rent . Salaries . Donations Mrs. Schiller . Masonic Home . Masonic Temple Maintenance Fund .

0.00 0.00 101.20 118.68 66.32 38.89 8.50 0.00 25.00 500.00 500.00

1,358.59 $16,651.79

Recapitulation:

Balance, checking account 6-30-82 U.S. Bonds (2) Certificates of Deposit (5) Total June 30, 1982

1,151.79 . 1,000.00 . . 14,500.00 . $16,651.79

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

The Grand Secretary moved that the Report of the Committee on Public Schools be received as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees" and made a part of the record of this Annual Communication. The motion was seconded and approved by vote of the Grand Lodge. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: Your Public School Committee is watching very carefully the Development in the U.S. Congress on the Tuition School Tax Bill known as MoynahanPackwood. This legislation has been urged by the President before a Catholic group to make his vote appeal direct to the principal beneficiary of this unconstitutional federal subsidy. Surely the President, as well as the members of Congress, know the unconstitutionality of the legislation. Surely the same people know the dire effect it would have on the federal budget. This is colossal demagogy.

102

1982

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Your Committee recommends that every Missouri Mason be urged to contact his U.S. Representative and U.S. Senator and make your opposition known to the "Tuition Tax Credit Plan." It violates the Constitutional provision ofthe Separation of Church and State and gives tax money, indirectly, to private and religious schools - not public. Respectfully, DR. G. HUGH WAMBLE, DR. CHARLES

MCCLAIN,

ELVIS A. MOONEY, RONALD M. COMPTON,

BRUCE H. MCCULLY,

ALBERT

WALTER H. BAIRD,

WALTER C. PLOESER,

ELFRANK,

Chairman

DR. M. GRAHAM CLARK,

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON CHARTERED LODGES

The Grand Secretary moved that the report of the Committee on Chartered Lodges as printed in the booklet "Repo.路ts of Officers and Committees" be received and made a part of the record of this Annual Communication ..The motion was seconded and approved by vote of the Grand Lodge. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: Your Committee on Chartered Lodges met in the office of the Grand Secretary on August 26, 1982, examined the lodge returns and District Deputy Grand Master's reports and make the following report: Late Returns- On August 1 there were 72 lodges whose returns had not been received by the Grand Secretary. At the time we met on August 26, the returns were still not in from the following lodges: 33,34,53,76,112,121,122,126, 144, 147,239,284,318,328,346,355,397,547,561,585,591,595,607,626, and 666. Some of these lodges have been late for six consecutive years. The Grand Secretary and this Committee cannot make a full report to the Grand Lodge when these reports are not in on time. Membership - The returns from 356 lodges reflect a decrease of 2,564 members; 125 lodges reported an increase of 640 members, and 49 lodges reported the same as in 1981. Small Lodges - Of those lodges reporting, 91 lodges had a membership of 50 or less. The returns indicate further that 49 of the 91 lodges had a decrease of 100 members; 16 lodges had an increase of 25 members, and 26 of the 91 lodges remained the same as in 1981. Attendance- This seems to be a problem with all lodges; however, 484 lodges reported an attendance of25 or less. The returns indicate 310 of the 484 lodges had an attendance of 15 or less per meeting. Raising Candidates - There were 155 lodges, of those reporting, which did not raise a candidate during the year. Rejections - Of those lodges reporting, 40 lodges reported rejecting 48 candidates during the year. Dues and Fees - Following is a recapitulation of the fees charged for the degrees:

1982 Amount

$25.00 41.00 45.00-50.00 51.00-60.00 61.00-70.00 71.00-80.00 81.00-90.00

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI No. of Lodges

1* 8* 106 114 67 84 25

Amount

$ 91.00-100.00 101.00-110.00 111.00-120.00 121.00-130.00 131.00 150.00 180

103 No. of Lodges

80 18 19 10 1 2 1

The dues reflected in the Secretaries' reports were: Amount

No. of Lodges

Amount

No. of Lodges

$10.00 12.00 12.50 13.00 15.00 16.00

22 21 10 6 145 12

17.00 17.50 18.00 20.00 21.00 22.00

13 7 30 140 6 14

Amount

No. of Lodges

22.50 23.00 24.00 25.00

3 7 6 65

Amount

26.00 27.00 30.00 35.00

No. of Lodges

2 6 9 3

($11.50, $14.00, $14.25, $15.75, $20.50, $21.50, $24.50, $28.00, $32.00 and $60.00-1 each).

Budget - The District Deputy Grand Masters' reports indicate that 251 lodges did not prepare a budget for 1982. There were 145 lodges whose expenditures exceeded their income. Section 9.050 of the Grand Lodge Constitution and By-Laws states: "Not less than the second stated communication after the installation of the Master, the Budget Committee, consisting of the Master, Secretary, Treasurer, and two Master Masons, prepare and report a budget of the revenues anticipated to be available for the operation of the lodge for the next year, and of the itemized expenditures required, appropriated, or recommended for the period including the per capita tax due the Grand Lodge." It is obvious that some of the lodges feel they don't need a budget, however, as long as the above Section 9.050 is on the books, it should not be ignored. Auditing - The District Deputy Grand Masters' reports reveal that 154 lodges have not been audited for quite some time. They are: * These nine lodges are below the minimum of$45.00 as outlined in Section 10.010 of the Grand Lodge Constitution and By-Laws, which became effective July I, 1981. However, it is a great improvement over the 67 lodges as shown in the 1981 report.

104 Date Last Audited

January 1980 1979 1978 1977 1976

PROCEEDINGS OF THE No. of Lodges

39 14

4 4 3

Date Last Audited

1975 1973 1972 1960 Secretary didn't know Never

1982 No. of Lodges

1 2 2 1 40 4

The Auditing Committee is one of the permanent committees of a lodge whose function it is to audit the books of the Secretary and Treasurer at any time during the year when necessary, but especially at the end of the year. Suspensions - 403 lodges suspended 1886 members for nonpayment of dues; five were suspended for not showing suitable proficiency in the third degree; and two were expelled for unmasonic conduct. Edict of the Grand Master - 399 lodges certified that they had adopted an appropriate By-Law to carry out the intent and purpose of the Grand Lodge "Charitable Contributions Standing Resolution." One hundred and fourteen lodges did not do so. District Deputy Grand Masters' Reports - Only one of the D.D.G.M.s failed to perform that part of his duty which requires him to visit each lodge in his district and submit a report to the Grand Secretary's office by August 1. At the time we met on August 26, the Grand Secretary had not received the D.D.G.M.s' reports for: Nineteenth District

Eureka No. 73 Warren No. 74 Triplett No. 122

Salisbury No. 208 Cunningham No. 25

Condition of Lodges - The following are some comments from the District Deputy Grand Masters' reports: "Due to a conflict of meetings there was no quorum, but those present discussed the lodge situation." "They don't always have a quorum; but they are hoping for more membership and a better future." "My appraisal of the state of the Craft and the condition of this lodge is poor." "Badly in need of instruction; most of the officers have lost interest. Poor leadership." "The lodge met only three times last year. The 1981 officers were elected for 1982. They just cannot get enough members to meetings to open lodge (29 members)." "Lodge had very few meetings over the past year. It is a small lodge and they have a hard time getting enough to open lodge (22 members)." "This lodge needs the officers to attend the meetings regularly. On my visit there was only one officer in his chair." "Same officers rotate in the chairs year after year. They are in trouble with attendance, poor organization, except in money-making projects. Future?" "They have potential, but too many internal and personal conflicts; they are just surviving (64 members)." "The W.M. and both Deacons do not have a very good attendance record, and were not present this meeting when I made my visit. The S. W.â&#x20AC;˘ Secretary and a Past Master are the workers of this lodge." "Not enough members showed up to open lodge. Minutes need attention." "The lodge is over their personality problems and there is a good Masonic feeling. The D.D.G.L. set up a school of instruction for them."

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

105

Most Worshipful Grand Master, your Committee appreciates the opportunity of serving you and the Grand Lodge, and we would like to thank R.W. Frank A. Arnold, Grand Secretary, for his splendid cooperation and assistance. Fraternally submitted, JOHN E. ADAMS, Chainnan, WILBUR M. DAUGHTREY, GERALD W. BURNWORTH, CHARLES C. LONG. MORRIS E. CARTER. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON JURISDICTION

RW. Bro. Vern H. Schneider, Chairman, presented the report of the Committee on Jurisdiction. R.W. BROTHER SCHI'EIDER: Brethren, the report of the Committee on Jurisdiction is printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees." You will recall that in 1980 this Grand Lodge approved the concept of Dual Membership. This concept was set forth in a new section which bore the number Section 16.110. Because this was a significant departure from our previous practice, the Jurisprudence Committee recommended that the effective date of Multiple Membership in Missouri should take place not before the end of the Annual Communication in 1982. This was for the reason that it was recognized that it would be necessary to modify some of the then existing By-Laws in order to avoid unfortunate complications. The Committee on Jurisdiction was assigned this matter of making it possible for Multiple Membership to be implemented. In the report ofthis Committee, which was set forth in the "Reports of Officers and Committees" at Springfield a year ago, the essential recommendations were fully set forth in print. The brethren were advised to study these materials and to make recommendations as to any modifications. During the past year we have received no recommendations for change. But your committee has, in the course of a review of its original report, made at least three minor grammatical suggests for change. Your Committee has further recommended the addition of one sentence at Section 16.170. I do not propose to read the lengthy report of this committee. You should understand, Brethren, that in its effort to carry out the mandate of this Grand Lodge as expressed in 1980 the Committee has undertaken to make it possible for a Master Mason of a Missouri Lodge to join as many Missouri Lodges as he can afford. Furthermore, ifit proves that he is to move to another jurisdiction, it will be possible for him to become a member in another jurisdiction if he does not violate the rules of that jurisdiction. One very important thing for you to remember: In view of the tremendous burden which is going to be placed upon Lodge Secretaries and our Grand Secretary, there is a rule that if a man is Suspended for Non-Payment of Dues in anyone of his Lodges, he will be suspended in all. This is the reason that we emphasize that this legislation has been designed so that a man may join as many Lodges as he can afford. Brethren, you are going to have an opportunity to vote on this proposition tomorrow, when the Jurisprudence Committee Report is presented to you. In the meantime, I move that this Report of the Committee on Jurisdiction should be received and printed in the PROCEEDII'GS. The motion was seconded and approved by vote of the Grand Lodge.

106

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

At the 159th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge, which was held in 1980, Section 16.110 of the By-Laws was amended to permit multiple membership, subject to the recommendation of the jurisprudence Committee that the effective date should be no earlier than the conclusion of the Grand Lodge Annual Communication to be held in 1982. As noted in the 1980 report of the jurisprudence Committee, the deferral was suggested in order to permit submission of additional recommended By-Law provisions pertaining to multiple membership in 1981 for consideration by the Grand Lodge in 1982. At the 160th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge, which was held in 1981, this Committee submitted several proposed legislative changes relating to multiple membership. On the basis of its study the Committee recommended that Section 16.110, as amended in 1980, should be further amended. In addition several new sections were proposed for inclusion in Chapter 16. A related amendment to Section 11.050 of the By-Laws was also recommended. Inasmuch as the Grand Secretary will need adequate time within which to develop and distribute necessary forms pertaining to multiple membership this Committee further recommended that all of the legislative changes pertaining to multiple membership should become effective january 1, 1983. During the past year the Committee has continued its study of possible administrative problems associated with multiple membership. As a result of its additional study the Committee recommends several minor changes in the By-Law provisions which were proposed in 1981. These changes are incorporated at the following places: 1. At Section 16.130(e) a grammatical change has been made. 2. At the first sentence of Section 16.160 an additional grammatical change has been made. 3. At the second sentence of Section 16.170 another grammatical change has been made. 4. In the last sentence of Section 16.170 of the 1981 legislative recommendations the words "or 'parent''' would be eliminated since the definitions at Section 16.120 do not include reference to the term "parent" membership. 5. At Section 16.170 it is recommended that a sentence should be added to confirm the right to object to the issuance of a Certificate of Dimission and to prefer charges as authorized at Section 20.010 if circumstances merit such action.

Section 16.110, as amended, and the additional By-Law provisions to be incorporated in Section 16 would provide as follows: Section 16.110. MULTIPLE MEMBERSHIP. A Master Mason whose residence would otherwise satisfy the requirement under these By-Laws with respect to petitions for affiliation and who is a member in good standing of either a Missouri lodge or of a lodge in another Grand Jurisdiction which is in fraternal relationship with this Grand Lodge and does not prohibit multiple membership as herein contemplated may petition for and hold memberships in one or more additional Missouri lodges or in one or more additionallodges located in another Grand Jurisdiction. No multiple membership fee may be charged by any Missouri lodge as a condition to the filing of any such petition. However, if authorized by the Grand Lodge, a fee may be charged for the use and benefit of the Masonic Home of Missouri upon the filing of a petition for multiple membership by a petitioner who is not then a member of a Missouri lodge. A two-thirds favorable vote, by paper ballot, is required for election to multiple membership in a lodge of this Grand Jurisdiction. Section 16.120. DEFINITIONS AND CONDITIONS AS TO MULTIPLE MEMBERSHIP.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

107

(a) A multiple member's oldest membership shall be designated as his "original membership." The term "multiple membership" shall be deemed to include both dual and plural membership and shall be construed to include lawful affiliation with any additional lodges of Missouri or any other Grand Jurisdiction which is in fraternal relationship with this Grand Lodge. (b) In addition to satisfying all other requirements set forth in these By-Laws a member in good standing of a Missouri lodge may petition for multiple membership in a lodge of another Grand Jurisdiction or a member of a lodge of another Grand J urisdiction may petition for multiple membership in a Missouri lodge only if all the following conditions are satisfied: (1) The election of the petitioner to such multiple membership would not violate the laws of such other Grand Jurisdiction; (2) The other Grand Lodge will furnish a certificate of good standing for multiple membership or its equivalent if a member of that Grand Jurisdiction petitions for multiple membership in a Missouri lodge and, if he is elected, such other Grand Lodge will promptly notify this Grand Lodge of any subsequent termination of his membership; (3) The other Grand Lodge will promptly notify this Grand Lodge when a member of a Missouri lodge is elected to multiple membership in a lodge in that Grand Jurisdiction or in the event his membership therein shall be terminated; (4) The other Grand Lodge will recognize the suspension or expulsion by a Missouri lodge of a Mason holding multiple membership in a lodge of that Grand Jurisdiction. Section 16.130. PETITION FOR MULTIPLE MEMBERSHIP. (a) A petition for affiliation with a Missouri lodge as a multiple member must be made on such official form as shall be approved by the Grand Secretary and the petition shall be accompanied by a Certificate of Good Standing for multiple membership issued by the Missouri lodge(s) of which the petitioner shall then be a member or by valid evidence of Masonic status (by certificate, letter or statement) issued by the lodge(s) of any other Grand Jurisdiction whose laws permit its members to hold multiple memberships. (b) A petition for multiple membership in a subordinate lodge of Missouri must include the full name, the age, the residence address and the period of residence thereat, the occupation, the name of his employer and period of employment, the business address, and such other lawful information about the petitioner as may be required from time to time, and the name, number and location (city and state) of the petitioner's lodge(s) of "original membership" and "multiple membership." The petition must be signed by the petitioner and must be recommended by two Master Masons of the lodge in which he seeks multiple membership. (c) A petitioner for multiple membership in a subordinate lodge of Missouri must execute an Application for Certificate of Good Standing for Multiple Membership, using the official and approved form. The Application(s) or Certificate of Good Standing for multiple membership will be forwarded by the Secretary of the lodge in which multiple membership is being sought to the Grand Secretary of Missouri for transmittal to the appropriate lodge(s) located in this State, or to the lodge(s) of any other Grand Jurisdiction(s) through the offices of the respective Grand Secretaries. If granted, the Certificate(s) of Good Standing for Multiple Membership must be sent to the office of the Grand Secretary for transmittal to the subordinate lodge to which the petition is to be submitted. (d) When a Master Mason whose dues are fully paid and who is not under charges nor indebted in an official capacity to his lodge applies in proper form for a Certificate of Good Standing for Multiple Membership, his application shall be granted promptly and the fact entered in the records of the lodge and in the minutes of the communication. The Certificate of Good Standing for Multiple Membership shall include: (1) All the facts of Masonic History of the brother as written into the books and records of the lodge;

108

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

(2) Whether or not he has proved his proficiency in the Master Mason Degree; (3) The date to which the dues are FULLY PAID. The Lodge Secretary cannot issue the Certificate of Good Standing until it has been duly authorized by the action of the lodge. The certificate is to be sent to the Grand Secretary for certification and transmittal. (e) Upon the election of a multiple member the Secretary of the lodge of multiple membership shall promptly notify the Grand Secretary, who shall inform every other lodge in which a multiple member holds membership. Section 16.140. RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES. A multiple member shall pay all dues required by each lodge wherever membership is held and shall have all the rights and privileges of membership in each such lodge, except that (I) he may not hold office as a Master or Warden in more than one Missouri lodge at the same time; (2) only the lodge of his "original membership" may exempt him from the payment of annual dues on the basis of his being a 50-Year Master Mason and claim the exemption in the payment of Grand Lodge dues; (3) only the lodge of his "original membership" may remit the payment of annual dues on the basis of his inability to pay and claim the remittance in the payment of Grand Lodge dues; (4) only through the lodge of his "original membership" may he, his wife, his widow or child apply for admission to the Masonic Home of Missouri or request relief and assistance from the Grand Lodge Committee on Relief and Charity. Section 16.150. SUSPENSION OR EXPULSION OF MULTIPLE MEMBER. Suspension for nonpayment of dues or for failure to prove proficiency in the Master Mason Degree or suspension or expulsion of a multiple member for unmasonic conduct shall thereby terminate his membership in all lodges in the Grand Jurisdiction of Missouri. The Secretary of any Missouri lodge suspending or expelling such multiple member shall immediately notify the Grand Secretary, who will inform every other Missouri lodge in which the multiple member shall have held membership at the time of such suspension or expulsion; and the Grand Secretary shall also notify the Grand Secretary of every other Grand Jurisdiction in which such member shall then have held membership in a subordinate lodge. Like notice shall be given in case of reinstatement, which shall immediately and automatically restore him to membership in good standing in every other lodge in thisJurisdiction of which he was a member, subject, however, to any other provisions of these By-Laws pertaining to the payment of dues and application for reinstatement if the suspension shall have been of such duration as to necessitate the filing of a petition for reinstatement. The Grand Secretary is to provide the information of reinstatement to ALL lodges involved. Section 16.160. WITHDRAWAL OF MULTIPLE MEMBERSHIP. A multiple member of a Missouri lodge may withdraw his affiliation as a multiple member by application in writing or in person for a Certificate of Withdrawal at a stated communication of the lodge from which multiple membership is to be withdrawn. If the member has fully paid the annual dues for the current year, and is not under charges nor indebted in an official capacity, the lodge shall issue the official and approved Certificate of Withdrawal of Multiple Membership. The brother shall not be entitled to a Certificate of Dimission, except from the lodge of "original membership." Upon the issuance of a Certificate of Withdrawal, the member shall not be entitled to any reimbursement on the unearned portion of the annual dues. The withdrawal of multiple membership from one or more lodges of Missouri shall have no bearing on the standing of the Master Mason in the lodge of his "original membership" or in other lodges in which he has established "multiple membership." The Certificate of Withdrawal of Multiple Membership shall not be evidence of Masonic standing for the purpose of applying for or obtaining membership by affiliation in another lodge. The lodge issuing the Certificate of Withdrawal shall promptly notify the Grand Secretary of such action. Section 16.170. DIMIT BY MULTIPLE MEMBER. A Master Mason who holds multiple membership and whose lodge of "original membership" is under the Grand Lodge of Missouri may terminate his affiliation with his lodge of "original membership" by dimission and still retain his membership in the other lodges. In order to effect such

1982

109

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

termination of "original membership" he shall apply in writing to his lodge of "original membership" for the Certificate of Dimission; the application shall contain the information of the name, number, location (city and state) of the lodge which he desires to be regarded henceforth as the lodge of his "original membership." The dimit, if granted, shall be mailed to the Grand Secretary of Missouri for certification and transmittal to the lodge in which the member will retain his "original" membership. The dimit issued by the lodge of "original membership" shall not be given to the brother. Any request for a Certificate of Dimission under this Section shall be subject to objection and the preference of charges as authorized in Section 20.010. Section 16.180. MULTIPLE MEMBERSHIP- DUTIES OF LODGE SECRETARIES AND OF GRAND SECRETARY. (a) The Secretary of each lodge of Missouri shall: (1 ) Forward to the Grand Secretary the personal application for Certificate of Good Standing for Multiple Membership: (2) Forward to the Grand Secretary the Certificate of Good Standing for Multiple Membership; (3) Notify the Grand Secretary upon the election of a multiple member or the formation of a new lodge containing one or more multiple members; (4) Notify the Grand Secretary of the suspension for nonpayment of dues or otherwise, or the expulsion of a multiple member; (5) Notify the Grand Secretary of the reinstatement to good standing of a multiple member; (6) Notify the Grand Secretary of the issuance of the Certificate of Withdrawal of Multiple Membership; (7) Forward the Certificate of Dimission from lodge of "original membership" to the Grand Secretary for certification and transmittal; (8) Submit the Report of Multiple Members as of June 30 of each and every year with the ANNUAL RETURN. (b) The Grand Secretary of Missouri shall: (1) Forward the personal Application for Certificate of Good Standing for Multiple Membership to the lodges of this jurisdiction and/or of other jurisdictions for the attention and action of the members, respectively; (2) Receive and transmit the Certificate of Good Standing for Multiple Membership which shall accompany the Petition for Multiple Membership; (3) Notify the other lodges involved of the election of a multiple member, or the formation of a new lodge containing one or more multiple members; (4) Notify the other lodges involved of the suspension for nonpayment of dues or otherwise, or the expulsion of a multiple member; (5) Notify the other lodges involved that a multiple member has regained good standing after suspension; (6) Forward the Certificate of Dimission from lodge of "original membership" to the lodge to be regarded by the member as the lodge of "original" membership. Section 16.190. LODGE OF RESEARCH. Membership in a lodge of research or similar lodge is not considered multiple membership.

Section 11.050 shall be amended to include the following additional language: "Nothing herein shall prevent such a member from applying to his former lodge for multiple membership pursuant to the provisions of Section 16.110 of these By-Laws." Respectfully submitted, DAVID

GERALD

HE:-JSLEY,

FREDERICK

VER!'\

ZAFFT,

WOODRl.'FF,

SCH!'\EIDER,

Chairman.

110

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

PRESENTATION OF RESOLUTIONS

The Grand Secretary read two Resolutions on which action may be taken by the Grand Lodge at the Tuesday Morning Session of this Annual Communication. PROPOSED

STANDI~(;

RF.SOLl:TIO~

Resolved, That in order to expedite the prompt and intelligent transaction of business at Communications of the Grand Lodge, any proposed amendment to or revision of the Constitution or By-Laws shall be accompanied by a brief written statement as to the purpose of such proposed constitutional or by-law change. This Resolution shall apply to all such legislative changes proposed at the 1982 Annual Communication and thereafter. VER~ H. SCHNEIDER, Tuscan No. 360, THOMAS K. MCGUIRE, JR., Solomon No. 270, ROBERT J. CREDE, Hickory Hill No. 211, WILLIAM H. WISBROCK, Webster Groves No. 84, CHARLES E. SCHEL:RICH, Acacia No. 602, CECIL H. HVRT, Senath No. 513.

This proposal is intended to facilitate a better understanding of the purpose of proposed legislation. RESOLUTIO:--l WHERE, During the past year M.W. Bro. William J. Hill has encouraged Missouri Masons to donate funds to provide for a Special Disaster and Relief Fund through a program entitled "I Can S.O.W. A S.E.E.D." and also known as the "I Can" program, and WHEREAS, The funds were solicited to provide significant financial aid to worthy disaster or relief victims, regardless of membership, within the State of Missouri, and WHEREAS, In view of the limited extent of existing Grand Lodge Funds, as well as By-Law limitations upon the use of those funds for disaster relief purposes, there is a need for special funds to be available on short notice to provide significant assistance in a manner consistent with Masonic charitable principles, and WHEREAS, Numerous contributions have been made by Missouri Masons in connection with the said "I Can" program for the aforesaid purposes, and WHEREAS, Additional gifts may be made in the future for the said purposes, Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved, That the Grand Lodge of Ancient Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri hereby approves the acceptance of all funds which have been or may at any future time be donated, either through any lodge within the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge or directly to the Grand Lodge in connection with the program entitled "I Can S.O.W. A S.E.E.D.," also known as the "I Can" program, or in connection with any similar future program to provide funds for disaster relief, and Be It Further Resolved, That all such funds shall be deposited in an account of the Special Fund to be known as the Special Disaster and Relief Account, and Be It Further Resolved, That disbursements from said account, other than for investment purposes, may be authorized from time to time and in such amount or amounts as shall be determined by order of the Grand Master, with the consent of the Deputy Grand Master, the Senior Grand Warden and the Junior Grand Warden, or any two of them, to provide aid and relief to or for the benefit of any person or persons within the State of Missouri, regardless of race, color, creed or nationality, who shall have suffered extraordinary loss or damage to person or property as a result of storm, flood, earthquake or other natural disaster or as a result of fire, riot or other civil disturbance, and Be It Further Resolved, That inasmuch as no existing funds of the Grand Lodge would be affected by this resolution and contributions under the "I Can" program have been recommended and made for the purpose of substantially expanding the scope of

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

III

Masonic charity in the State of Missouri, disbursements from the said account shall not be limited by any provisions of Section 3.110 of the By-Laws. VERI': H. SCHNEIDER, Tuscan No. 360, ROBERT J. CREDE, Hickory Hill No. 211, WILLIAM H. WISBROCK, Webster Groves No. 84, THOMAS K. MCGlJIRE, JR., Solomon No. 270, CHARLES E. SCHElJRICH, Acacia No. 602, CECIL H. HCRT, Senath No. 513.

This Resolution is proposed to satisfy the following by-law requirements: 1. That no gift for any restricted or special purpose shall be received or accepted until approved by the Grand Lodge; and 2. That disbursements from an account of the Special Fund shall be made according to the terms and conditions applicable thereto. (See Section 3.040.)

The two resolutions were referred to the Committee on Jurisprudence for consideration and report.

REMARKS OF M.W. GRAND MASTER JOHN T. PIGG OF TENNESSEE REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON LODGES UNDER DISPENSATION

Wor. Bro. Carl G. Brown, Chairman, moved the acceptance ofthe report of the Committee on Lodges Under Dispensation as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees" for printing in the PROCEEDI!':GS. The motion was seconded and approved by vote of the Grand Lodge.

To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri There were no new lodges at work in the State of Missouri during the past year and nothing was referred to this Committee for action. We regret there was no opportunity to serve in this capacity. We, each member of this Committee, appreciate having been appointed on it and stand ready and willing to do whatever we can and are called on to do whenever an occasion arises in which we can be of service. Respectfully, JACK C. PADLEY, I. LEE RATCLIFF, WALTER STA!':F1LL, JOSEPH G. WEH!':ER, CARL G. BROW!':, Chairman. REMARKS OF M.W. GRAND MASTER THOMAS T. ELKINS OF LOUISIANA REPORT ON ELECTION OF GRAND LODGE OFFICERS

The Grand Secretary read the report on the 1,094 votes cast for the ejection of Grand Lodge Officers. For the Office of Grand Master Earl K. Dille . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1,088 votes Scattered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 votes

112

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

The Grand Master announced the election of Earl K. Dille to the office of Grand Master for the year 1982-1983. R.W. Brother Dille accepted the election. For the Office of Deputy Grand Master Robert J. Crede Scattered

1,078 votes 16 votes

The Grand Master announced the election of Robert J. Crede to the office of Deputy Grand Master for the year 1982-1983. R.W. Brother Crede accepted the election. For the Office of Senior Grand Warden Vern H. Schneider . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1,064 votes Scattered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 votes

The Grand Master announced the election of Vern H. Schneider to the office of Senior Grand Warden for the year 1982-1983. R.W. Brother Schneider accepted the election. For the Office ofJunior Grand Warden Charles E. Scheurich Scattered

986 votes 108 votes

The Grand Master announced the election of Charles E. Scheurich to the office of Junior Grand Warden for the year 1982-1983. R.W. Brother Scheurich accepted the election. For the Office of Grand Treasurer W. Marion Luna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1,017 votes Scattered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 votes

The Grand Master announced the election of W. Marion Luna to the office of Grand Treasurer for the year 1982-1983. RW. Brother Luna accepted the election. For the Office of Grand Secretary Frank A. Arnold 1,027 votes Scattered. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 votes

The Grand Master announced the election of Frank A. Arnold to the office of Grand Secretary for the year 1982-1983. R.W. Brother Arnold accepted the election. PRESENTATION OF RESOLunON

M.W. Bro.]. C. Montgomery,Jr., presented the following Resolution which was approved by all Past Grand Masters in attendance at this Annual Communication. RESOLL'TIOI\; WHEREAS, Mrs. Harry S (Bess) Truman, the widow of our late President and Most Worshipful Past Grand Master Truman, has recently passed through critical illness, but is now recuperating at her home; and, WHEREAS, Mrs. Truman has in personal and public demeanor been a source of inspiration and pride to Freemasons, as well as to Americans everywhere; Now Be It Therefore Resolved, That the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri meeting in Kansas City, Missouri on September 27-28, 1982, extend its felicita-

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

113

tions and best wishes to this lady, so distinguish-ed in our public life and so dear to the hearts of all of us. Be It Further Resolved, That the Grand Secretary communicate this action and message to Mrs. Truman. Respectfully submitted, FRA~K P. BRIGt;S, P.G.M., BRLTCE H. HL'~T, P.G.M., J. MORGA:'IJ DO:'IJELso:'\, P.G.M., WILLlA~f H CHAP:\IA:'IJ, P.G.M., THo:\fAS J. DAVIS, JR., P.G.M., WALTER L. WALKER, P.G.M.,

HER:\fA~ A. ORLICK, P.G.M., LEWIS C. WES COOK, P.G.M., FIELDI:-<G A. POE, P.G.M., JA:\fES A. NOLA]I.;D, JR., P.G.M., .1. C. MO:'IJTGOMERY, JR., P.G.M., Gcs O. NATIO:,\S, P.G.M., .J. EDWARD Bl.I:'IJ:'IJ, P.G.M.

The Grand Lodge approved the Resolution with standing ovation. CEREMONIAL PRESENTATION - I CAN "S.O.W. A S.E.E.D." PROGRAM

The stage curtain was opened; the huge blue representation of the coffee can labeled "I CAN" was displayed. Brothers of Constituent Lodges formed in procession and made the deposits of the contributions of their respective lodges for the "I CAN SERVE OTHERS WITH A SENSIBLY ENTRUSTED EXCESS DOLLAR" program toward the establishment of the Grand Lodge Disaster-Relief Fund. From the fund the Masonic Grand Lodge of Missouri may make donations to relieve distress in times of disaster as Charity other than Masonic. The contributions of Lodges in the total amount of $18,614.79 are held as the "Disaster and Relief Fund" with the First National Bank of Kansas City, Missouri. CALL FROM LABOR

The Grand Lodge was called from labor. R.W. Grand Chaplain Cecil H. Hurt offered prayer. MONDAY EVENING. SEPTEMBER 27. 1982 Grand Lodge Dinner for all Master Masons and Their Ladies

6:30 P.M. GRAND BALLROOM -

SHERATO!':-ROYAL HOTEL

8:00 P.M. OPEN MEETING GRAND BALLROOM -

SHERATON-ROYAL HOTEL

All Master Masons, Families. and Friends are invited Wm. J. Hill, Most Worshipful Grand Master, presiding Dr. Carl S. Winters Speaker Presentation of Grand Lodge Achievement Award Medallions

Tuesday Morning September 28, 1982 ORGAN SELECTIONS

Jack J. Stottlemyre. Organist CALL TO LABOR

The Grand Lodge was called to labor at 9:00 A.M. R.W. Grand Chaplain Carl L. Radford offered prayer. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON NECROLOGY

M.W. Bro. J. C. Montgomery, Jr., Chairman, extracted some statements from the report of the Committee on Necrology contained in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees" and read the names of some distinguished Brethren and then asked that the Grand Master call up the Grand Lodge for moments of remembrance and a prayer which is very meaningful to him.

To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of the State of Missouri: BRETHREN: It is always a poignant moment during the annual Communication of the Grand Lodge when the Grand Master calls for the Report of the Committee on Necrology. Since the Masonic fellowship is one of the most closely knit in the entire world, even the mention of names of departed brethren evokes those sentiments not unworthy of strong men who know the true meaning of brotherly love. Like the poet, there is something within our hearts which cries out "... fOT the touch of a hand that is gone, And the sound of a voice that is still."

This sentiment becomes all the stronger when one of those now gone was the long-time chairman of this Committee, and another was an equally beloved Past Grand Master. Reports made to our Grand Secretary indicate that during the Grand Lodge year culminating June 30,1982,2,490 Master Masons laid down the working tools of life and were called to everlasting rest and refreshment In that Grand Lodge on High, that "house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens." In that number were two Past Grand Masters and 16 others who had served you and the Grand Lodge as District Deputy Grand Masters, District Deputy Grand Lecturers or as Grand Lodge officers. There is among Past Grand Masters in Missouri an intimate and intense bond which only they can know. It has been molded in the fires of administrative decision, cemented in the hours and miles of travel and meetings, and tried and tempered in times of conflict and cooperation alike. They differ widely and oftimes disagree vociferously as to policy and programs; nonetheless they are partisan to one another personally. In such a company were the late M.W. Bros. Harold Mitchell Jayne and George Floyd Morrison - how much they differed in background, vocations, personality, and styles ofleadership. The one had his roots deep in the country,

114

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

115

the rolling prairie of Northeast Missouri. The other was a "city boy," born, bred and trained in the heart of metropolitan St. Louis. And yet the similarities were very striking. How devoted both were to the Masonic Fraternity! Even to list their Masonic memberships, offices and honors, would require several pages. Both distinguished themselves in civic and community activities. Both were deeply and sincerely religious. And, something long to be remembered, something with a haunting quality, was the fact that each had the most tender love and showed the most faithful care to his wife in days of health and particularly in times of illness. Who can forget that even in the late years Harold Jayne wrote charming poetry to his Marian or that George Morrison had the name "Marie" upon his lips so much of the time? Harold Mitchell Jayne, born September 1, 1896, departed this life January 21, 1982, was a native of Monroe City, Missouri, where he received his education, became a part of the Masonic Lodge, and later became Worshipful Master of Monroe Lodge No. 64. His early vocational career was varied, ranging from the post office to a construction company, with the railroad and in schoolteaching. At the age of 29, however, he was admitted to the Missouri Bar after study and built himself a reputation as a successful attorney. Through unforeseen circumstances, he entered the banking profession, serving successively as cashier of the Bank of Scotland County, for a time as executive vice-president of the Trenton National Bank, and then as cashier of the Farmers and Merchants Bank of Memphis, where he was to spend the rest of his career and life. In later years he resumed the practice of law and eventually served as Probate Judge of Scotland County. He was active in civic affairs, took great interest in the work of Boy Scouts, and continued active membership in the state Bar and Bankers' Associations. He was ever a leader in the churches with which he was affiliated, serving as Sunday School teacher and on occasion as a popular lay speaker in worship services. OnJune 9,1915, the future Grand Master was married to Miss Marian Redd. They became the parents of Harold Mitchell Jayne,Jr., who was to become an electronic engineer with the federal government. Brother jayne's Masonic record is recorded fully in the proceedings of the year he was Grand Master of Missouri (1956-57). He belonged to almost all of the appendant bodies, and it is significant that he was, at one time or another, head of most of those organizations. Although he served as Worshipful Master of Monroe Lodge No. 64, he later affiliated with Memphis Lodge No. 16. He served as District Deputy Grand Master and District Deputy Grand Lecturer of the 1st Masonic District from 1928-1945 and in late years had served again as Lecturer of that district. In Capitular Freemasonry he was to serve as Grand High Priest of the Grand Chapter, Royal Arch Masons of the State of Missouri, 1949-50. It was in this year that he was appointed Junior Grand Steward, progressing through the line until his term as Grand Master 1956-57. It was in this latter capacity that M.W. Brother Jayne labored tirelessly toward the completion of the new hospital building for the Masonic Home of Missouri. There is a sense in which this will remain a monument to him and his love for the brethren and their dependents. But what would you remember most about our Most Worshipful Brother? For this writer, it would be his keen sense of humor. How well it served him in

116

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

conciliation and getting along with his brethren! How well it served him in those difficult later years when the health of his wife and his own health began to fail. It is a reminder to each of us of the Biblical truth that laughter does the heart good, like medicine. Although some years younger than our M.W. Brother Jayne, M.W. Bro. George Floyd Morrison was richly blessed in Masonic experience and leadership. In writing about him, the lateJudge and M.W. Bro. Robert L. Aronson, said that "Few men, if any, have come to the office of Grand Master of Masons in Missouri with as rich a background of activity and service in Masonic and non-Masonic organizations as did" George F. Morrison. He was born April 8, 1903, in St. Louis. His father, Bro. George A. Morrison, had distinguished himself in both York and Scottish Rite Freemasonry, having attained the 33rd degree before his son became a Mason. But our future Grand Master early became a DeMolay, actually in the year of the founding of that noble youth organization. Thirty-one years later he was to be invested with the Legion of Honor, and in his year as Grand Master a DeMolay Class of 100 new members was named in his honor. In 1925 he became a member of Tuscan Lodge No. 360, serving as its Master in 1936, the year that M.W. Bro. William]. Skelly, a member of that lodge, served as Grand Master. In 1943-44 he served as District Deputy Grand Master ofthe 33rd Masonic District. For some years he served as member and Chairman of the Grand Lodge Committee on Entertainment of Distinguished Guests. In 1956 he was appointed Grand Pursuivant by M.W. Bro. William]. Craig, progressing in line until he was elected Grand Master for 1964-65. Much of our Most Worshipful Brother's Masonic energy and love was focused on the Masonic Home of Missouri. In 1964 when the Masonic Home observed its 75th anniversary, the then Deputy Grand Master and ex officio President of the Board of Directors was in charge of that highly successful observance. He was never to lose this interest and love for the Masonic Home, was a confidant and counselor to subsequent Presidents of the Home Board, and for many years was a most welcome guest at the annual Christmas Party at the Home. M.W. Brother Morrison distinguished himself in other fields of related Masonic endeavor. Long active in the Scottish Rite, he was, like his father, coroneted a 33째 Honorary Inspector General. He had been Commander of the Council of Kadosh, served on the Cathedral Board and been Chairman of the Class Relations Committee. It was in the Shrine, however, that M.W. Brother Morrison achieved most note in appendant organizations. In his year as Potentate of Moolah Temple, 1946, a record number of Nobles was created. M.W. Brother Morrison continued his interest in and association with Shrinedome in many other capacities, being Chaplain and Chaplain Emeritus for thirty-two years. He was personally interested in and served on the Board of Governors of the St. Louis Unit of the Shriners' Hospital for Crippled Children; and for many years he was the Treasurer of that body. M.W. Brother Morrison was in his business life early associated with the Weissenborn Coal Company, being an officer and later President of that business. He was active in the St. Louis Coal Association affairs, later being President of the Missouri Retail Coal Association, being a Director of that and also a Director of the American Retail Coal Association. In his later business life

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

117

he organized and became President of the Morrison Distributing Company. In other connections he was quite active with Kappa Sigma fraternity, the St. Louis Rotary Club which he served as President, and the Better Business Bureau, where he was Secretary and Director. One of his proudest achievements was that of being a Honorary Colonel on the staff of Governor Forrest C. Donnell, who was a member of Tuscan Lodge No. 360 and later Grand Master of Masons and United States Senator. In recent years M.W. Brother Morrison was also made an Honorary Colonel of the State of Illinois. On April 23, 1927, Brother Morrison was married to Miss Marie Weissenborn, who preceded him in death in 1975 after 48 years of marriage. To them was born one daughter, Jean, now Mrs. Lester E. Schultz, whose husband is a Past Master of Tuscan Lodge and a Past District Deputy Grand Master. There are two grandchildren, Geoffrey and Marie. In late years M.W. Brother Morrison continued service to the Grand Lodge as a member of the Committee on Ways and Means. Probably he was known most, however, for his heartfelt reports for the Committee on Necrology and the fitting prayers with which he closed those sterling remarks. M.W. Brother Morrison was every inch a leader. He brought distinction, capability, and success to every endeavor. He was a personal friend, and when he departed this life on March 17, 1982, I felt that I had suffered a family loss. He had encouraged both my Masonic and my church career, and lowe him debts of gratitude which can never be repaid. Harold M. Jayne and George Floyd Morrison! What they meant to others, what they meant to the Fraternity, can never be measured. Of each of them must be said what was recorded ofa noble person in the Old Testament: "Know ye not that there is a prince and a great man fallen this day in Israel?" There were others who have served the Grflnd Lodge and the Fraternity with distinction. Their passing is mourned by the brethren, and their leadership and presence are missed sorely by all. Some also served with honor in appendant bodies, even being the statewide heads of those appendant organizations. These brethren, whom we also name respectfully, were: R.W. Bro. Turner M. Barnhart, a member of Acacia Lodge No. 602, Columbia, served as its Worshipful Master in 1952, and as District Deputy Grand Lecturer of the 26th District from 1952 until 1960. He died October 5, 1981. R.W. Bro. Frank A. Brandt, who served America Lodge No. 347 as its Worshipful Master in 1966, was Grand Tiler of the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri, in 1972-73. R.W. Brother Brandt passed away December 10, 1981. RW. Bro. William Carter Durbin was a member of Moberly LodRe No. 344, servinR as its Worshipful Master in 1957. He served as District Deputy Grand Master of the 18th District from 1962 through 1967. He departed this life July 4, 1981. R W. Osa Farris Godfrey was a member of Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422, Springfield, having served as its Worshipful Master in 1950. From 1955-60 he was District Deputy Grand Master of the 45th District. He passed away September 20, 1981. R W. Bro. Frank Emert Harr served as District Deputy Grand Master of the 53rd Masonic District in 1966-67. He had received the degrees of Freemasonry in Rolla Lodge No. 213, later affiliating with Ingomar Lodge No. 536, Willow Springs, where he served as Worshipful Master in 1961. R.W. Brother Harr was deceased on August 15, 1981. R.W. Bro. Lloyd Cecil Kennon received the degrees in Granite Lodge No. 272, Sedalia, where he also served as Master in 1951. For nearly 25 years he served as District Deputy Grand Lecturer, 36th District, from 1956-79. R.W. Brother Kennon was lost to us February 15, 1982.

118

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

RW. Bro. Frank A. Lewis served the Grand Lodge as Grand Pursuivant in 1961-62. He was a member and Past Master of Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446, Kansas City. For many years he led the Grand Lodge in the singing of the Opening Ode. R. W. Brother Lewis died October 5, 1981. RW. Bro. William Presley Mathews was a member and Past Master of Alpha Lodge No. 659, serving in that capacity in 1952. In 1956-57, he served as District Deputy Grand Master of the 22nd District. On April 28, 1982, Brother Mathews departed this life. RW. Bro. Louis Walter Mottert served two separate times as District Deputy Grand Lecturer of the 57th District, 1933-34 and 1940-41. He was a member of Meramec Lodge No. 313, Eureka, serving as its Worshipful Master in 1931 and 1932. RW. Brother Mottert laid down the working tools on April 30, 1982. RW. Bro. Edward McMurry received his Masonic degrees in Arcanthus-Hytatt Lodge No. 205, New York City, and later affiliated with Webster Groves Lodge No. 84, where he served as Worshipful Master in 1969. In 1969-70 he was District Deputy Grand Master of the 57th District, Division B. R.W. McMurry was also Grand High Priest, Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Missouri. RW. Brother McMurry died February 3, 1982. RW. Bro. Cecil T. Pilcher was initiated, passed and raised in Parrott Lodge No. 308, Maysville, where he served as Worshipful Master in 1935 and 1944. For seven years, 1939-46, he served as District Deputy Grand Lecturer of the 10th District. Brother Pilcher departed this life February 22, 1982. RW. Bro. James Arlie Riley was a member of Pomegranate Lodge No. 95, St. Louis, where he served as Worshipful Master in the year 1949. In 1965-66 he was District Deputy Grand Master of District 33B. RW. Brother Riley departed this life on July 1, 1981. RW. Bro. Charles S. Rutt, a member of Bogard Lodge No. 101, Bogard, served as its Worshipful Master in 1945. He served three different times for a period of four years as District Deputy Grand Lecturer of the 20th District: 1963-64, 1967-68, and 1969-71. On October 4, 1981, he departed this life. RW. Bro. Thomas Earl Starke received the degrees in Clarksville Lodge No. 17, Clarksville, later affiliating with St. John's Lodge No. 28, Hannibal, where he served as Worshipful Master in 1931. Because he was a minister, he moved a number of times and affiliated with local lodges at the place of his pastorate, being successively a member of Vincil Lodge No. 62, Cameron; Mendon Lodge No. 628, Mendon; Freedom Lodge No. 434, of the State of Iowa; and last of all with Clarence Lodge No. 662, Clarence. He served the Grand Lodge as Grand Chaplain in 1949-50. Brother Starke died March 3, 1982. R.W. Bro. Thomas R Wilkins received the degrees of Freemasonry at Hornersville, Hornersville Lodge No. 215, where he also served as Worshipful Master in 1937. As a schoolteacher, he also belonged to Four Mile Lodge No. 212, Campbell, serving it as Worshipful Master in 1944. Later he affiliated with Sikeston Lodge No. 310, Sikeston, and then re-affiliated with Hornersville Lodge No. 215. RW. Brother Wilkins served both as District Deputy Grand Master and District Deputy Grand Lecturer of the 51 st District, in the former capacity, 1940-45, and the latter, 1940 through 1947, and again, 1958-60. RW. Brother Wilkins departed this life July 4, 1982. R.W. Bro. Ira Thomas Gragg received the degrees of Masonry in Glenwood Lodge No. 427 at Glenwood, Missouri: Initiated an Entered Apprentice - June 24, 1922, passed to Degree of Fellow Craft - July 22, 1922, raised to Degree of Master MasonAugust 29, 1922. Brother Gragg achieved 50 years of membership and was awarded the 50-Year Button of the Grand Lodge of Missouri in 1972. M.W. Grand Master Orestes Mitchell, Jr. appointed Brother Gragg Grand Chaplain for the Grand Lodge Year 1954-55. Succeeding y,rand Masters re-appointed Brother Gragg Grand Chaplain for the years 1955-65: Ten terms of service to the Grand Lodge of Missouri in the office of Grand Chaplain. The Rev. and R.W. Bro. Ira Thomas Gragg completed his labors here and entered the Celestial Lodge Above on August 29, 1982.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

119

The extra-Biblical Book of Ecclesiasticus says of some who have "gone this way before us," "They were men of loyalty, Whose good deeds have never been forgotten."

In such a company were these our friends and brothers. Freemasonry is the richer because they were of our number, and our friendships are the finer because they never failed in that regard. I can pay no better tributes to these departed brothers, than to use for prayer the same prayer our M.W. Bro. George F. Morrison prayed when making this same report in 1979, the year I was Grand Master and he was Chairman of the Committee on Necrology: Supreme Grand Master of the Universe, the members of the Grand Lodge assembled here, at this time, do humbly but reverently stand in memory of all fraternal brothers who have been called to the Celestial Grand Lodge on High, since last we met. It is our hope that all of them have been received under Thy tender loving care, and that they may have the benison of their soul reposing in peace. We express our gratitude to Thee for their fraternal fellowship and dedicated services to our beloved Fraternity. While we pay this tribute of brotherly love and respect to the memory of our deceased brethren, let us also express our sincere and fraternal sympathy to their loved ones and all who mourn their passing. This we ask in the name of Him in whom we all profess to out our trust. Amen.

Respectfully submitted, J. C. MONTGOMERY, JR., Chairman. M.W. Brother Montgomery moved that the report of the Committee on Necrology be received and printed in the PROCEEDI!':GS. The motion was seconded and approved by vote of the Grand Lodge. REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON GEORGE WASHINGTON MASONIC NATIONAL MEMORIAL ASSOCIATION

M.W. Bro. J. C. Montgomery, Jr., Chairman, moved that the report of the Committee on George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees" be received and printed in the PROCEEDI!':GS. The motion was seconded and approved by vote of the Grand Lodge.

To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: There is a special sense in which the George Washington Masonic National Memorial is a kind oflandmark for Freemasons everywhere. More than a tourist attraction, it has become a shrine to a great Freemason, a symbol of the impact of Masonry on the history of free peoples, and a reminder of the ideals which Freemasons practice and cherish for all persons. Thus there is a sense in which it is a living gift to the world. As with all great institutions and monuments, costs of maintenance and the ongoing operation continue to increase and should be a concern to all the brethren. The Association has exercised responsible and commendable stew-

120

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

ardship, but the help of all Freemasons is needed. Contributions to the Endowment Fund and Life Memberships of $100 are certainly most welcome. Through the initiation fee contributions your Grand Lodge made a special donation of $2,037 at the meeting of the Association in Washington last February 22. A new slide and tape program about the Memorial is being made available through the Grand Lodge office. Entitled "The Pride of All Freemasons," the new audiovisual deals with the history and purpose of the Memorial. We certainly commend it to all local lodges as a Masonic Education program valuable in itself as well as helping fulfill Honor Lodge requirements. Fraternally submitted, HOMER L. FERGUSON, P.G.M., FIELDll':G A. POE, P.G.M., Gus O. NATIONS, P.G.M., JAMES M. SELLERS, P.G.M.,

JAMES A. NOLAND, P.G.M., J. C. MOl':TGOMERY, JR., P.G.M., Chairman.

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON APPEALS AND GRIEVANCES

R.W. Bro. Harry Gershenson, Sr., Chairman, presented the report of the Committee on Appeals and Grievances.

To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: re: O'Sullivan Lodge No.7 vs. William H. Harp, Jr. Your Committee on Appeals and Grievances, pursuant to Motion to Dismiss filed by the lodge in the case of O'Sullivan Lodge No.7 vs. William H. Harp,Jr., hereby dismisses the appeal of said accused for the reason that said accused has failed to file transcript in accordance with the provisions of Section 31.040 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws within 45 days after notice of appeal herein. Accordingly, the Committee recommends and requests the approval of the Grand Lodge for the dismissal of said appeal at the cost of the accused, William H. Harp, Jr. JAMES E. BROWN, ROBERT M. FENLOl':, HAROLD JOS. TOl':ER, LLOYD L. SCHAINKER, HARRY GERSHENSON, Chairman. R.W. Brother Gershenson moved the approval of the report of the Committee on Appeals and Grievances. The motion was seconded and approved by vote of the Grand Lodge. REPORT OF BUILDING SUPERVISORY BOARD

Wor. Bro. Harold E. Thornton, Chairman, moved that the reports of the Building Supervisory Board as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees" be accepted and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded and approved by vote of the Grand Lodge.

To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: Your Building Supervisory Board submits herewith its report of activities and decisions made during this past Masonic year. The Board is indebted to our Grand Master, M.W. Bro. William]. Hill, for his aid and support in several instances during the year.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

121

We are pleased to report that in almost all cases, applications made to the Board by the various lodges and associations have been in good order; and the Board has attempted to give prompt attention to all applications. Attached hereto, and made a part of this report, is a list of all cases received and considered by the Board (not necessarily in order of reception), We have greatly enjoyed the opportunity to serve the Grand Lodge this past year. Fraternally yours, NELSON ROWAN,

C. V.

BUCHHOLZ,

HAROLD THORNTON,

Chairman.

Rolla Lodge No. 213, Rolla The Board approved revised Articles of Incorporation, the sale of the old building, and the construction of the new temple, all without the incurrence of any debt. North Star Lodge No. 157, Rock Port The Board approved plans for construction of new temple, replacing the old building that collapsed, all without the incurrence of debt. Craft Lodge No. 287, Canton The Board approved all actions of the lodge in the erection of a new temple, including the incurrence of a limited debt. Monett Lodge No. 129 and Monett Temple Association, Monett The Board approved revised Articles of Incorporation. Unity Lodge No. 495, Richards The Board approved plans for new temple with no debt to be incurred. Texas Lodge No. 177, Houston The Board approved and granted permission to purchase a church building and remodel same for lodge use with no debt to be incurred. Huntsville Lodge No. 30, Huntsville The Board granted permission to purchase a new building and remodel same for lodge use, sell old building, and to incur a limited debt. Under a later date, the Board approved a change to another building, considered to be a better situation and with less obligation to the lodge. Hannibal Masonic Temple Assocation, Hannibal The Board granted permission to purchase land for a future new temple with no debt incurred. Odom Lodge No. 671, Portageville The Board responded to request concerning the forming a not-for-profit corporation and the raising of funds for a future new temple. Jappa Lodge No. 411, Hartville Permission approved to move to another location within the same Masonic district and to make a lease agreement for more than one year. Monroe Lodge No. 64, Monroe City The Board responded to inquiry in regard to specifications for a new temple. Index Lodge No. 54, Garden City The Board responded to inquiry of the District Deputy Grand Master in regard to plans for a new building and setting up a not-for-profit corporation. Amsterdam Lodge No. 141, Amsterdam The Board responded to inquiry of the District Deputy Grand Master in regard to plans for a new building and the requirements. Putnam Lodge No. 190, Newtown The Board responded to inquiry in regard to requirements for plans for a new temple and offered suggestions. We await developments. Ava Lodge No. 26, Ava The Board approved Articles of new not-for-profit corporation, and answered inquiry in regard to starting a new building project, We await developments.

122

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

Gary A. Inlow, D.D.G.M., 36th Masonic District We responded to inquiry in regard to purchase ofland for a future new temple for one of the lodges in the district. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON BY-LAWS

M.W. Bro. J. Morgan Donelson, Chairman, moved the acceptance of the report of the Committee on By-Laws as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees" for printing in the PROCEEDII\'GS. The motion was seconded and approved by vote of the Grand Lodge. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: As required by the Grand Lodge, the 1981 Pocket Part for the 1976 printing of the 1958 Edition of the Constitution and By-Laws - which includes all approved decisions, standing resolutions, amendments and proposed amendments not in the bound volume - was prepared and distributed to the lodges and brethren. . Fraternally submitted, WILLIAM H. UTZ, JR., RONALD M. BELT, HARRY GERSHENSON, JR., NEWTON R. BRADLEY, J. MORGAN DONELSON, P.G.M., Chairman.

REMARKS OF M.W. GRAND MASTER ROBERT G. JACKSON OF KANSAS REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON YOUTH

The Grand Secretary read the report of the Committee on Youth and moved that the report be accepted and made a part of the record of this Annual Communication. The motion was seconded and approved by vote of the Grand Lodge.

To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Missouri: The Committee on Youth is most thankful to our Grand Lodge and Most Worshipful Grand Master William Hill for their continued support of the three youth organizations in Missouri:Job's Daughters, Rainbow for Girls, and DeMolay. The individual lodges give great support in all youth activities. The committee urges the continuation of this great support. ROI\'ALD M. COMPTOI\' , Chairman.

REMARKS OF BROTHER MARK SQUIBB, STATE MASTER COUNCILOR OF MISSOURI, INTERNATIONAL ORDER OF DEMOLAY REPORT OF GRAND TREASURER

R.W. Bro. W. Marion Luna moved that the report ofthe Grand Treasurer as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees" be received and printed in the PROCEEDlI\'GS. The motion was seconded and approved by vote of the Grand Lodge.

1982

123

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

To the Grand Lodge of Missouri, A.F. & A.M.: This report covers the period from July 1, 1981 through June 30, 1982 Total Income Receipts Less Net Transfers to Agency Account Total Receipts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Disbursements Excess of Disbursements Over Receipts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Balance July 1, 1981 Balance June 30, 1982 Consisting of: First National Bank of Kansas City. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Exchange National Bank of Jefferson City SECt..:RITIES -

$ 10,242.60 2,278.53 $ 12,521.13

PERMANE:--IT Ft..::--ID

Interest Maturity Rate U.S. Treasury Notes 10-31-82 12.125% 2-15-83 8.00% 2-15-84 7.25% 9-30-85 15.87% 2-15-87 9.00% Federated Master Trust Corporate Investments Total Securities - Permanent Fund Uninvested Cash Total

Par Value

Carrying Market Value Value June 30, 1982

9,881.25 64,406.25 41,976.54 19,979.80 50,000.00

. . . . .

$ 10,000.00 65,000.00 45,000.00 20,000.00 50,000.00

. . . .

41,424.00 $231,424.00

41,424.00 $227,667.84 .97 $227,668.81

41,424.00 $216,431.35

SECURITIES -

U.S. Treasury Notes 9-30-82 11.87% 8-15-83 11.87% 2-15-84 7.25% Federated Master Trust Corporate Investments Total Securities - General Fund Uninvested Cash Total

$639,451.11 2,781.72 636,669.39 666,497.38 (29,827.99) 42,349.12 $ 12,521.13

9,931.20 62,521.55 40,682.70 20,512.40 41,359.50

GE:--IERAL Ft..::--ID

. .. .

$ 50,000.00 50,000.00 15,000.00

$ 50,000.00 49,562.50 14,971.50

$ 49,734.50 48,625.00 13,560.90

. . . .

4,522.00 $119,522.00

4,522.00 $119,056.00 59.81 $119,115.81

4,522.00 $116,442.40

Respectfully submitted, W. M. LU!,'A, Grand Treasurer. REMARKS OF R.W. DEPUTY GRAND MASTER ROBERT R. STEVENS OF INDIANA REPORT OF GRAND SECRETARY

R.W. Bro. Frank A. Arnold moved that his report as Grand Secretary be accepted as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees" and entered as part of the record of this Annual Communication. The motion was seconded and approved by vote of the Grand Lodge.

124

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

To the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri: BRETHRE"': You have entrusted me with the responsibilities of keeping records, taking care of correspondence, acting as the means of communication among all elements of the Fraternity, receiving all moneys due, and performing services of every nature for Constituent Lodges and Brothers and those who with good reason make inquiries. I present for your information the report of the business of the Grand Lodge transacted by the Grand Secretary and the Staff of the Grand Lodge Office toward the accomplishment of the exte~sive duties prescribed by Law and Practice of the Grand Lodge of Missoun.

IDENTIFICATION CARDS Identification cards for the Year 1981-1982, which certified the holders to be Officials of the Grand Lodge, were written and sent to the Grand Lodge Officers, the District Deputy Grand Masters, and the District Deputy Grand Lecturers. Most Worshipful Past Grand Masters received Identification Cards for the Year 1981-1982, bearing the signature ofM.W. Grand Master Wm.J. Hill, that certified service to the Grand Lodge of Missouri as Most Worshipful Grand Master with the dates of the respective years of their terms of office. COMMISSIO"'S TO DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND MASTERS Commissions were prepared and mailed to 65 District Deputy Grand Masters appointed by Grand Master Wm. J. Hill to serve during the Grand Lodge Year 1981-1982 - one commission was issued because of the vacancy created by the resignation of the originally appointed District Deputy Grand Master. CERTIFICATES TO DISTRICT DEPUTY GRA"'D LECTURERS Certificates of the appointment of RW. Grand Lecturer Stanton T. Brown were issued to 66 District Deputy Grand Lecturers - two certificates were issued because of the vacancies created by the resignation of two of the originally appointed District Deputy Grand Lecturers. CONSOLIDATION AND MERGER OF LODGES Bogard Lodge No. 101 consolidated with and merged into Wakanda Lodge No. 52 at Carrollton on November 12, 1981. Bogard Lodge voted on the proposition on October 13, 1981; Wakanda Lodge voted on the proposition on November 12,1981. The Seal and the Charter of Bogard Lodge were received at the Grand Lodge Office on December 3, 1981. Lorraine Lodge No. 128 at Ridgeway consolidated with and merged into Lodge of Light No. 257 at Eagleville on November 25, 1981. Lorraine Lodge voted on the proposition on November 9,1981; Lodge of Light voted on the proposition on November 25, 1981. The Seal and the Charter of Lorraine Lodge were received at the Grand Lodge Office on February 10, 1982. Salisbury Lodge No. 208 at Salisbury consolidated with and merged into Huntsville Lodge No. 30 at Huntsville on July 1, 1982. Salisbury Lodge voted on the proposition on March 16, 1982; Huntsville Lodge voted on the proposition on May 18, 1982. The effective date of the consolidation and meq,{er -

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

125

July 1, 1982 - was determined by agreement of the Officers and Members of the two lodges. The Charter of Salisbury Lodge was received at the Grand Lodge Office onJuly 21, 1982; the Seal of Salisbury Lodge was received at the Grand Lodge Office on August 8, 1982. Cypress Lodge No. 227 at Laclede consolidated with and merged into Jackson Lodge No. 82 at Linneus on October 12, 1981. Cypress Lodge voted on the proposition on September 16, 1981; Jackson Lodge voted on the proposition on October 12, 1981. The Charter of Cypress Lodge was received at the Grand Lodge Office on November 14, 1981; the Seal of Cypress Lodge was received at the Grand Lodg-e Office on November 18, 1981. Bucklin Lodge No. 233 at Bucklin consolidated with and merged into Marceline Lodge No. 481 at Marceline on April 15, 1982. Bucklin Lodge voted on the proposition on March 24, 1982; Marceline Lodge voted on the proposition on April 15, 1982. The Seal and the Charter of Bucklin Lodge were received at the Grand Lodge Office. Fairmont Lodge No. 290 at Wyaconda consolidated with and merged into Williamstown Lodge No. 370 at Williamstown. Fairmont Lodge DID NOT report the date when the vote of the Officers and Members was taken on the proposition; Williamstown Lodge voted on the proposition on May 20, 1982. The Charter and the Seal of Fairmont Lodge were received at the Grand Lodge Office on August 11, 1982. Valley Lodge No. 413 at Bolckow consolidated with and merged into Rosendale Lodge No. 404 on October 26,1981. Valley Lodge voted on the proposition on October 15, 1981; Rosendale Lodge voted on the proposition on October 26, 1981. The Charter and the Seal of Valley Lodge were received at the Grand Lodge Office on January 12, 1982. Pickering Lodge No. 472 at Pickering consolidated with and merged into Xenia Lodge No. 50 at Hopkins on December 17, 1981. Pickering Lodge voted on the proposition on December 9, 1981; Xenia Lodge voted on the proposition on December 17, 1981. The Charter of Pickering Lodge was received at the Grand Lodge Office onJanuary 26, 1982; the Seal of Pickering Lodge was received on March 12, 1982. GRAND REPRESEI\;TATIVES

M.W. Grand Master Wm. J. Hill accepted the recommendations of the respective Grand Masters and Grand Lodges and appointed Grand Representatives of the Grand Lodge of Missouri near other Grand Lodges. Certificates of Commission were prepared for and mailed to: Grand Lodge of Alaska - John W. Patterson The United Grand Lodge of England - Rt. Hon. The Earl of Eglinton and Winton Grand Lodge of Ireland - Robert S. Eakin Grand Lodge of Japan - Masato Imamura Grand Lodge of North Dakota - R. Gail Hodgins Grand Lodge of Norway - M. D. Olav Gulli Grand Lodge of Saskatchewan - John L. Green Grand Lodge of South Carolina - Bobby R. Faulkner

M.W. Grand Master Hill honored Master Masons of Missouri Lodges with the recommendation that they be commissioned Grand Representatives of other Grand Lodges near the Grand Lodge of Missouri as follows:

126

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

Regular Grand Lodge of Belgium - K. Roger Pennel (Fairfax Lodge No. 483 at Fairfax) Gran Logia de Chile - John E. Wetzel (Perseverance Lodge No. 92 at Louisiana) Gran Logiade Cuba-Dr. George E. Winslow (Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446 at Kansas City) Grand Lodge of Maryland - Thomas C. Warden (Owensville Lodge No. 624 at Owensville) Grand Lodge of Montana - Robert D. Jenkins (Country Club Lodge No. 656 at Kansas City) Grand Lodge of Norway - Herbert C. Hoffman (Country Club Lodge No. 656 at Kansas City Grand Lodge of Oklahoma - D. Eugene Wisner (Gate City Lodge No. 522 at Kansas City) Grand Lodge of Rhode Island - Bert W. Casselman (Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446 at Kansas City) Grand Lodge of Uruguay - Victor L. Ford (Raytown Lodge No. 391 at Raytown) DISPENSATIONS

By order of M. W. Grand Master Wm. J. Hill, dispensations were issued for the dedication of halls (buildings, rooms, places) for Masonic use, as follows: On December II, 1981, to Dr. Wilbur R Enns, Right Worshipful District Deputy Grand Master - Dist. 26, for Dedication for Masonic Use the Community Building at Hallsville, Missouri, where Hallsville Lodge No. 336 will meet in Special Communication for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Wednesday Evening, December 16, 1981, after the place has been duly dedicated. April 28, 1982, to Duane A. Eiserman, R.W. District Deputy Grand Master - District 54, for Dedication for Masonic Use the particular room in the Clever High School "'here Billings Lodge No. 379 will meet in Special Communication on Wednesday, May 19, 1982 for the purpose of the Conferral of the Degree of Master Mason on a proficient Fellow Craft. August 23, 1982, to Clinton H. Shaddox, Jr., RW. District Deputy Grand MasterDistrict 56, for Dedication for Masonic Use the Noel Community Building at Noel, Missouri, where Noel Lodge No. 643 will meet in Stated and Special Communications after the Dedication of the Building.

By order of Most Worshipful Grand Master Wm. J. Hill, Dispensations were issued that authorized the transaction of specific matters of lodge business, as follows: On September 30, 1981, to Arlie B. Daugherty, Worshipful Master of Leadwood Lodge No. 598, for Holding a Special Communication for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Afternoon, October 4, 1981. October 2, 1981, to Roy R. Rowland, Worshipful Master of Branson Lodge No. 587, for Holding a Special Communication of Branson Lodge No. 587 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday, October II, 1981. October 5,1981, to Kenneth A. Pruneau, Worshipful Master of Wentzville Lodge No. 46, for Holding a Special Communication of Wentzville Lodge No. 46 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday, November 1, 1981. October 2, 1981, to Harrison H. Halbe, Worshipful Master of Tuscan Lodge No. 360, for Holding a Special Communication of Tuscan Lodge No. 360 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Afternoon, October 4, 1981. October 12,1981, to James E. Spencer, Worshipful Master of Grandview Lodge No. 618, for Holding a Special Communication of Grandview Lodge No. 618 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Afternoon, December 12. 1981.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

127

October 14, 1981, to Dr. J. Edward Blinn, Most Worshipful Past Grand Master, for Opening a Specific Communication in the Hall of Webster Lodge No. 98 and for conducting the Grand Lodge Ceremony of Laying the Cornerstone of the Library Building at Marshfield on Sunday Afternoon, October 25, 1981. On October 30, 1981 to Curtis A. Glore, Worshipful Master of Irondale Lodge No. 143, for Holding a Special Communication of Irondale Lodge No. 143 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Afternoon, November 8, 1981. October 20, 1981 to John E. Baker, Worshipful Master of Buckner Lodge No. 501, for Holding a Special Communication of Buckner Lodge No. 501 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Afternoon, November 22, 1981. November 10, 1981, to Guy S. Kamphefner, Worshipful Master of Fidelity Lodge No. 339, for Holding the Annual Election of the Officers of Fidelity Lodge No. 339 at Farley, Missouri, at the Stated Communication of the First Wednesday of the month of December, 1981 - December 2, 1981 - after the notice to resident members. November 12, 1981, to Wendell G. Pennington, Worshipful Master of Rising Sun Lodge No. 13, for Holding a Special Communication of Rising Sun Lodge No. 13 at Kansas City for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Afternoon, December 27, 1981. November 13, 1981, to James A. Turner, Worshipful Master of Rolla Lodge No. 213, for Holding a Special Communication of Rolla Lodge No. 213 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Afternoon, December 13, 1981. November 12, 1981, to Meramec Lodge No. 313, A.F. and A.M., for the conferral of the De~rees upon Ralph Leslie Rother, each Degree to be conferred only under the personal direction of the Grand Lecturer, or a Master Mason especially deputed by the Grand Lecturer. November 18, 1981, to Michael R. Lane, Worshipful Master of Ionic Lodge No. 154, at Desloge for Holding a Special Communication of Ionic Lodge No. 154 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Afternoon, December 13, 1981. November 23, 1981, to Coy M. Miller, Worshipful Master of New Bloomfield Lodge No. 60, for Holding a Special Communication of New Bloomfield Lodge No. 60 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Afternoon, January 10, 1982. November 26, 1981, to Everett Hall, Worshipful Master of Hickory Hill Lodge No. 211, for Holding a Special Communication of Hickory Hill Lodge No. 211 at Eugene, Missouri for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday, December 6, 1981. November 30, 1981, to James M. Anderson, Worshipful Master of St. James Lodge No. 230, for Holding a Special Communication of St. James Lodge No. 230 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Afternoon, December 6, 1981. December 8, 1981 to Robert A. Kipp, Worshipful Master of Webster Groves Lodge No. 84, for the conferral of the Degrees upon Robert Wesley Taylor, each Degree to be conferred only under the personal direction of the Grand Lecturer, or a Master Mason especially deputed by the Grand Lecturer. December 9, 1981, to Daniel E. Snodgrass, Worshipful Master of Vienna Lodge No. 94, for Holding a Special Communication of Vienna Lodge No. 94 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Afternoon, December 13, 1981. December 9, 1981, to Rolla Humburg, Worshipful Master of Arrow Rock Lodge No. 55, for Holding a Special Communication of Arrow Rock Lodge No. 55 on Monday, December 28, 1981 in the Hall of Trilumina Lodge No. 205 at Marshall for the purpose

128

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

of the Masonic Occasions of the joint Observance of St. John's Day and of the joint Open Installation of Officers. December 11, 1981, to James N. Bunton, Worshipful Master of Hallsville Lodge No. 336, for Holding a Special Communication of Hallsville Lodge No. 336 on Wednesday Evening, December 16, 1981, for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers, in the Community Building at Hallsville, Missouri, after the place has "been duly dedicated for Masonic Use by R.W. District Deputy Grand Master Wilbur R. Enns - District 26. December 11, 1981, to Daniel F. Cole, Worshipful Master ofJefferson Lodge No. 43, for Holding a Special Communication ofJefferson Lodge No. 43 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Afternoon, December 27, 1981. December 29,1981, to St.John'S Lod~e No. 28 and Hannibal Lodge No. 188 to Hold Stated and Special Communications in a Room other than the Regular Hall in the Masonic Temple. January 8, 1982, to Robert E. Morton, Worshipful Master of Viburnum Lodge No. 676, for Holding a Special Communication of Viburnum Lodge No. 676 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday, January 10, 1982. February 26, 1982, to Florida Lodge No. 23 to hold the election on Wednesday, March 17, 1982, which will be the next Stated Communication. However, this Dispensation will be effective only if the Lodge gives Notice to Resident Members pursuant to and as defined in Sections 7.140 and 7.150 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws. March 5, 1982, to Phillip L. Wise, Worshipful Master of Arcana Lodge No. 389, for Holding Stated and Special Communications of Arcana Lodge No. 389, in the Hall of Putnam Lod~e No. 190 at Newtown, for such period of time as may be necessary until the Officers and Members of Arcana Lodge make the decision regarding the future operation of the Lodge and/or on the permanent meeting place. This Dispensation is to be in effect and in force on March 10, 1982, the date when Arcana Lodge No. 389 will hold the first Stated Communication in the Hall of Putnam Lodge No. 190. March 9, 1982, to Lamar Lodge No. 292 for taking another ballot upon the Petition for the Degrees of Mr. Thomas J. Richards, at the first Stated Communication of Lamar Lodge No. 292 in April, 1982, after and upon giving notice of such new ballot to all resident members of Lamar Lodge No. 292 as required by Section 14.090, and in the manner prescribed by Section 7.140, of the Grand Lodge By-Laws. March 22, 1982 to Webb City Lodge No. 512, A.F. and A.M., to hold a parade on May I, 1982 to commemorate and celebrate the 100th Anniversary of their Lodge. April 14, 1982, to William D. Metcalf, Worshipful Master of Beacon Lodge No.3 at Hazelwood, for conferring the Degrees of Masonry on Frank Wesley Michael, who has been duly elected in accordance with Section 13.110; the Degrees to be conferred under the personal direction of the Grand Lecturer, or of a Master Mason specially deputed by the Grand Lecturer. The Grand Lecturer, or the Brother deputed by him, to have ample notice in advance of the dates when the degrees are to be conferred. April 28, 1982, to Leo L. Nelson, Worshipful Master of Billings Lodge No. 379, for Holding a Special Communication of Billings Lodge No. 379 for the purpose of the Conferral of the Degree of Master Mason on a proficient Fellow Craft on Wednesday, May 19, 1982 in the particular room in the Clever High School, after the place has been duly Dedicated for Masonic Use by R.W. District Deputy Grand Master Duane A. Eiserman - District 54. May 7, 1982, to Ernest L. Rogers, Worshipful Master of Clifton Heights Lodge No. 520, for Holding a Special Communication of Clifton Heights Lodge No. 520 for the purpose of Open Installation of Officers on Saturday Evening, June 26, 1982 at Meridian Masonic Temple, 4500 Donovan Avenue, St. Louis, Missouri. May 10, 1982, to Elmer A. Scott, Worshipful Master of Strafford Lodge No. 608, for Holding a Special Communication of Strafford Lodge No. 608 for the purpose of the conferral of the Degree of Master Mason on a proficient Fellow Craft on Saturday, June

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

129

26, 1982 at the outdoor site on the farm of Brother Tom Comstock, which place was previously dedicated for Masonic Use by M.W. Bro. J. Edward Blinn in 1972. June 3,1982, to Robert A. Groom, Worshipful Master of Samaritan Lodge No. 424, for Holding a Special Communication of Samaritan Lodge No. 424 for the purpose of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday, June 27,1982. June 7, 1982, to Paul W. Kittle, Worshipful Master of Rolla Lodge No. 213, for Holding a Special Communication of Rolla Lodge No. 213 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of the Observance of St. John'S Day on Sunday, June 27, 1982. June 7,1982, to F. Raymond Patten, Worshipful Master of Grandview Lodge No. 618, for Holding a Special Communication of Grandview Lodge No. 618 for the purpose of the Conferral of the Degree of Master Mason on a proficient Fellow Craft on Saturday, August 21, 1982, at the outdoor site on the Masonic Home Property at Bannister Road and Westridge Road, Kansas City, Missouri, the place having been dedicated for Masonic Use by R.W. Bro. Walter K. Schnieder in 1981. June 23, 1982, to James T. Grider, Worshipful Master of Bismarck Lodge No. 41, for Holding a Special Communication of Bismarck Lodge No. 41 on August 21, 1982 at the outdoor site on the Lowell E. Bay farm on Highway 8, Shirley, Missouri, which place was dedicated for Masonic Use by R.W. Bro. C. Nolen Miller in 1978. July 14, 1982, to Ronnie D. Duncan, Worshipful Master of Weston Lodge No. 53, for Holding a Special Communication of Weston Lodge No. 53, for the purpose of the conferral of the Degree of Master Mason on a proficient Fellow Craft on Saturday, August 21,1982 at the outdoor site on the farm of Worshipful Brother L. R. Vaughan, which place has been dedicated for Masonic Use by Most Worshipful Past Grand Master Lewis C. Wes Cook. July 16, 1982, to Clyde P. Davis, Worshipful Master of George Washington Lodge No. 9, for Holding a Special Communication of George Washington Lodge No.9 at Scottish Rite Cathedral, Valley of St. Louis, on Saturday, October 2, 1982, when George Washington Lodge No.9 will host Home Lodge No. 342 at Fort Wayne, Indiana, and Grandview Lodge No. 1112 at Peoria, Illinois for the Thirty-Third Annual Tri-State Reunion. July 30, 1982, to Roy A. Drake, Worshipful Master of Southwest Lodge No. 466, for Holding a Special Communication of Southwest Lodge No. 466 for the purpose of the conferral of the Degree of Master Mason on Brother Douglas Harper, a proficient Fellow Craft of Noel Lodge No. 647 at Noel, Missouri, on Saturday Evening, August 7, 1982 at the outdoor site which has been previously inspected, approved, and dedicated for Masonic Use. The Degree to be conferred by East Gate Travelers Club of East Gate Lodge No. 630 at Kansas City, Missouri. August 4, 1982, to Everett Keith, Jr., Worshipful Master of Memphis Lodge No. 16, for Holding a Special Communication of Memphis Lodge No. 16 with Greensburg Lodge No. 414 for the purpose of the conferral of the Degree of Master Mason on a proficient Fellow Craft of Memphis Lodge No. 16 on Saturday Morning, August 21, 1982 at the outdoor site in the Kaser Quarry which place was dedicated for Masonic Use in June 1976 by R.W. Bro. LeRoy E. Smith, the then District Deputy Grand Master of the First Masonic District. August 4, 1982, to John W. Frederick, Worshipful Master of Greensburg Lodge No. 414, for Holding a Special Communication of Greensburg Lodge No. 414 with Memphis Lodge No. 16 for the purpose of the conferral of the Degree of Master Mason on a proficient Fellow Craft of Memphis Lodge No. 16 on Saturday Morning, August 21, 1982 at the outdoor site in the Kaser Quarry, which place was dedicated for Masonic Use by R.W. Bro. LeRoy E. Smith, the District Deputy Grand Master of the First Masonic District in June 1976. August 13, 1982 to Bro. Sam L. Swindler, Worshipful Master of Lathrop Lodge No. 506, for Holding a Special Communication of Lathrop Lodge No. 506 for the purpose of the Celebration of the One Hundredth Anniversary on Sunday Afternoon, September 19, 1982.

130

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

August 16, 1982, to John]. Ferrante, Secretary of Waynesville Lodge No. 375, for the conferral of the Degrees of Masonry on Michael Edward Singleton, who has been duly elected, in accordance with Section 13.110. The Degrees are to be conferred under the personal direction of the Grand Lecturer, or of a Master Mason specially deputed by the Grand Lecturer. August 16, 1982, to Orval D. Hicks, Worshipful Master of Gate City Lodge No. 522, for conferring the Degrees of Masonry on Muriel A. Spencer, who was duly elected on August 12, 1982, in such manner as may be appropriate in consideration of the physical condition of the candidate. The Degrees to be conferred under the personal direction of the Grand Lecturer, or ofa Master Mason specially deputed by the Grand Lecturer. The Grand Lecturer, or the Brother Master Mason specially deputed by him, to have ample notice in advance of the dates when the Degrees are to be conferred. August 16, 1982, to Robert L. Baker, Worshipful Master of Anderson Lodge No. 621, for conferral of the Degrees of Fellow Craft and Master Mason on BrotherJ oe Ben Jones in such manner as may be appropriate in consideration of the physical condition of the Brother. The Degrees are to be conferred under the personal direction of the Grand Lecturer, or the Brother Master Mason specially deputed by him, are to have ample notice in advance of the dates when the Degrees are to be conferred. August 25,1982, to Loyd A. Browning, Worshipful Master of Noel Lodge No. 647, for holding Stated and Special Communications of Noel Lodge No. 647 for such period of time as may be necessary until Noel Lodge may again occupy its own permanent meeting place in the Noel Community Building at Noel, Missouri, after the place has been dedicated for Masonic Use by R.W. Bro. Clinton H. Shaddox,Jr., District Deputy Grand Master - District 56. September 15, 1982, to Gary W. Maiden, Worshipful Master of Ancient Landmark Lodge No. 356 at Harrisburg, for Holding a Special Communication of Ancient Landmark Lodge No. 356 for the purpose of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Afternoon, September 19, 1982.. CO!':SE!':TS AND PERMISSIONS

M.W. Grand Master Wm.]. Hill granted consent and expressed permission on various propositions and requests pertaining to the activities and the operation of constituent lodges of Missouri, in accordance with the requirements of Grand Lodge Law (Section 15.070, Section 21.100, Section 21.110, etc.). September 30, 1981 to Milton R. Stewart for a Lodge of Entered Apprentices and One of Table Instruction to be convened on Thursday Evening, October 29, 1981 at Meridian Masonic Temple - 4500 Donovan Avenue, St. Louis - sponsored by Meridian Lodge No.2. October 2, 1981 for Waynesville Lodge No. 375 to receive the Petition for the Degrees of Charles Ronald Provost, a non-resident of the State of Missouri. October 30, 1981 for Waynesville Lodge No. 375 to receive the Petition for the Degrees of James Paul Woodward, a non-resident of the State of Missouri. November 2, 1981 for Temple Lodge No. 299 at Kansas City to receive the Petition for the Degrees of John Walter Wall, a non-resident of the State of Missouri. December 1, 1981 for East Gate Lodge No. 630 at Kansas City to receive the Petition for the Degrees of Roger Alan Gnoleo, a non-resident of the State of Missouri. December I, 1981 to Walter S. Huntley, Worshipful Master of Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446, for a Lodge of Entered Apprentices and One of Table Instruction to be convened on Thursday Evening, May 20, 1982 at Ivanhoe Masonic Temple - 8640 Holmes, Kansas City. January 5, 1982 for Palestine Lodge No. 241 at S1. Charles to make a fraternal visit to Gothic Lodge No. 852 at Belleville, Illinois, in April 1982, when Palestine Lodge will confer the Degree of Master Mason on their own proficient Fellow Craft in the Hall of Gothic Lodge, using Missouri Ritual.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

131

January 18, 1982 for Waynesville Lodge No. 375 to receive the Petition for the Degrees of Willis Doyle Hale, a non-resident of the State of Missouri. January 26, 1982 for Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422 at Springfield to receive the Petition for Affiliation of Brother Elwood Sapp, a non-resident of the State of Missouri. January 26, 1982 for Harold O. Grauel Lodge No. 672 at Cape Girardeau to receive the Petition for the Degrees of Joseph Michael Ashley, a non-resident of the State of Missouri. January 26, 1982 for Woodside Lodge No. 387 at Thomasville to receive the Petition for the Degrees of Larry Wayne Dunkin, Sr., a non-resident of the State of Missouri. February 2, 1982 for Carterville Lodge No. 401 to host Baxter Lodge No. 71 at Baxter Springs, Kansas, for a fraternal visit on Saturday, February 20, 1982 on the occasion of the Annual George Washington Birthday Observance, when Baxter Lodge will confer the Degree of Fellow Craft on their own proficient Entered Apprentice in the Hall of Carterville Lodge, using Kansas Ritual. February 2, 1982 for Carterville Lodge No. 401 to host Miami Lodge No. 140 at Miami, Oklahoma, for a fraternal visit on Saturday, February 20, 1982 on the occasion of the Annual George Washington Birthday Observance, when Miami Lodge will confer the Degree of Entered Apprentice on their own duly elected candidate in the Hall of Carterville Lodge, using Oklahoma Ritual. February 4, 1982 for Meridian Lodge No.2 at S1. Louis to make a fraternal visit to Hamilton Lodge No. 664 at Bettendorf, Iowa, on Saturday, September 11, 1982 when Meridian Lodge will confer the Degree of Master Mason on their own proficient Fellow Craft in the Hall of Hamilton Lodge No. 664, using Missouri Ritual. February 11, 1982 for Kearney Lodge No. 311 to receive the Petition for the Degrees of Don Charles Ball, a non-resident of the State of Missouri. March 24, 1982 to Bro. Dale E. Snodgrass, Captain of Clowns, for the Clown Degree Team of Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Temple at Springfield, Missouri, to make a fraternal visit to Yell Lodge No. 64 at Green Forest, Arkansas, on April 30, 1982, when the Clown Degree Team will confer the Degree of Master Mason on a proficient Fellow Craft of a Missouri Lodge in the Hall of Yell Lodge No. 64, using Missouri Ritual. April 9, 1982 to RW. Bro. John Black Vrooman, Worshipful Master of Table Lodge, for a Table Lodge of Entered Apprentices and One of Instruction to be convened on Thursday Evening, April 29, 1982 at Crestwood - Euclid Masonic Temple - 9078 Sappington Road, Crestwood - sponsored by Euclid Lodge No. 505, Crestwood Lodge No. 669, and Anchor Lodge No. 443. April 16, 1982, with the concurrence of R.W. Deputy Grand Master Earl K. Dille, for Fellowship Lodge No. 345 at Joplin to host the Oklahoma Masonic Indian Degree Team on Saturday Evening, October 16, 1982, when the Oklahoma Masonic Indian Degree Team will confer the Degree of Master Mason on their proficient Fellow Craft in the Hall of Fellowship Lodge, using Oklahoma Ritual. April 16, 1982 for Mizpah Lodge No. 639 at Florissant to make a fraternal visit to Pike Lodge No. 121 at Petersburg, Indiana, on Saturday evening, May I, 1982, when Mizpah Lodge will confer the Degree of Fellow Craft on their own proficient Entered Apprentice in the Hall of Pike Lodge No. 121, using Missouri Ritual. April 16, 1982 for Wentzville Lodge No. 46 to make a fraternal visit to Staunton Lodge No. 177 at Staunton, Illinois, on a date to be determined in May 1982, when Wentzville Lodge will confer the Degree of Master Mason on their own proficient Fellow Craft in the Hall of Staunton Lodge No. 177, using Missouri Ritual. May 19, 1982 for Morley Lodge No. 184 to host Berclair Lodge No. 771 at Memphis, Tennessee, for a fraternal visit on Saturday, May 22, 1982 when Berclair Lodge will confer the Degree of Master Mason on their own proficient Fellow Craft in the Hall of Morley Lodge, using Tennessee Ritual. May 25, 1982 for Adair Lodge No. 366 at Kirksville to consider the Waiver of Jurisdiction over James Bruce Pitt in favor of Integrity Lodge No. 584 at Bussey, Iowa. May 25, 1982 for Waynesville Lodge No. 375 to receive the Petition for the Degrees of

132

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

Kevin T. Cole, a non-resident of the State of Missouri. May 28, 1982 for East Gate Lodge No. 630 at Kansas City to host Oklahoma City Lodge No. 36 at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, for a fraternal visit on August 28, 1982 when Oklahoma City Lodge will confer the Degree of Master Mason on a proficient Fellow Craft of East Gate Lodge No. 630 in the Hall of East Gate Lodge, using Oklahoma Ritual. June I, 1982 for Herculaneum Lodge No. 338 to host Columbia Lodge No. 474 at Columbia, Illinois for a fraternal visit on Thursday evening, June 3, 1982 when Columbia Lodge will confer the Degree of Master Mason on their own proficient Fellow Craft in the Hall of Herculaneum Lodge, using Illinois Ritual. June 3, 1982 for Overland Lodge No. 623 to host Triple Lodge No. 835 at Granite City, Illinois, for a fraternal visit on June 17, 1982 when Triple Lodge will confer the Degree of Master Mason on their own proficient Fellow Craft in the Hall of Overland Lodge, using Illinois Ritual. June 4,1982 for Paul Revere Lodge No. 330 at Hazelwood to receive the Petition for the Degrees of James R. Alderson, a non-resident of the State of Missouri. June 18, 1982 to R.W. Bro. John Black Vrooman, Worshipful Master of Table Lodge, to convene a Table Lodge of Entered Apprentices and One of Instruction on Thursday evening, July 29, 1982 at Wentzville Masonic Temple, sponsored by Wentzville Lodge No. 46. August 4, 1982 for Freedom Lodge No. 636 at Mehlville to consider the Waiver of Jurisdiction over Bobby Carlton Morris in favor of Emeth Lodge No. 1030 at Cahokia, Illinois. August 4, 1982 for Palestine Lodge No. 241 at St. Charles to consider the Waiver of Jurisdiction over Randall Wayne Melton in favor of Emeth Lodge No. 1030 at Cahokia, Illinois. August 27, 1982 for Paul Revere Lodge No. 330 at Hazelwood to receive the Petition for the Degrees of James William Messinger, a non-resident of the State of Missouri. August 31, 1982 for Summit Lodge No. 263 at Lee's Summit to receive the Petition for the Degrees of Everett H. Cross, Jr., a non-resident of the State of Missouri. September 9,1982, with the concurrence ofR.W. Bro. Earl K. Dille, to R.W. Bro. John Black Vrooman, Worshipful Master of Table Lodge, to convene a Table Lodge of Entered Apprentices and One of Instruction on Thursday Evening, September 30, at Gardenville Masonic Temple - 8230 Gravois Road, Affton, Missouri - sponsored by Gardenville Lodge No. 655.

FIFTY-YEAR BUTTOI': PRESEI':TATIOI':S The Grand Lodge and the Constituent Lodges of Missouri gave honor and extended recognition to 401 Veteran Brothers with the award of the 50-Year Button during the Year 1981-1982. M.W. Grand Master Wm.J. Hill approved the presentation of the Grand Lodge of Missouri 50-Year Button to each brother who attained the distinguished status of Fifty-Year Master Mason by faithful interest in the well-being of Our Brotherhood as a member in goodstanding for 50 years. RECIPIEI':TS OF FIFTY-YEAR BU'n-ON OF GRAI':D LODGE OF MISSOURI JULY 1, 1981-JUNE 30,1982 Adair Lodge No. 366 - Clayton Darwin Edwards Advance Lodge No. 590 - L. O. Reutzel Agency Lodge No. 10 - Henry F. Curd Albert Pike Lodge No. 219 - Robert John Anderson Alpha Lodge No. 659 - Milo Hugo Ferry, Sr., Robert Wesley Humber Alton Lodge No. 255 - George C. Phillips America Lodge No. 347 - Frank P. Williams, Charles Etwert Amsterdam Lodge No. 544 - Ralph O. Fritts

1982

(;,RAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

133

Anchor Lodge No. 443 - Melville Aloys Ochsner Anderson Lodge No. 621 - Walter Eugene Adkins Arlington Lodge No. 346 - Edwin E. Bauer Ashland Lodge No. 156 - Joseph L. Harmon Athens Lodge No. 127 - James W. Forbis, Harry Bryan Bell Aurora Lodge No. 267 - Fred Reis Barnes Lodge No. 116 - William Howard Petefish Beacon Lodge No.3 - William G. Wiese, O. Carl Dunklin, Harry H. Parker, Jr., Fred L. Hartman, Jr., Edwin McDow Neylon, Henry E. Kottemann Belle Lodge No. 373 - Carl Slate Belton Lodge No. 450 - Mae E. Lomax Benjamin Franklin Lodge No. 642 - Joseph R. Gelber, Joseph George Portnoy, Meyer Shriber Benevolence Lodge No. 170 - Edgar Kohl Bernie Lodge No. 573 - Jacob Winer Billings Lodge No. 379 - John N. Merrick Blackwell Lodge No. 535 - Walter W. Wilson, Paul Barqaf Henderson, Lyndall Scott Lester Blue Springs Lodge No. 337 - Wallace 1.. Adams Bogard Lodge No. 101 - Charles S. Rutt Bolivar Lodge No. 195 - Eugene Roy Royster Bonhomme Lodge No. 45 - Mack Campbell Hastings, Melvin Luther Burton Bosworth Lodge No. 597 - Ross R. Blakeley Bridgeton Lodge No. 80 - Cecil L. Spurgeon, Harold C. Sherman Brookfield Lodge No. 86 - Virgil Ray James, Paul Richard Sanford Brotherhood Lodge No. 269 - Harry V. Hadden Buckner Lodge No. 501 - Wesley E. Walker Cache Lodge No. 416 - William Abraham Levinson Cairo Lodge No. 486 - George Clarence Matlock, Alfred Francis Reinhart Cambridge Lodge No. 63 - Ray A. Johns Carroll Lodge No. 249 - Virgil Finn Centralia Lodge No. 59 - Charles Adlai Stites Charity Lodge No. 331 - Orwin O'Neil Anderson, Harry C. Van HOlHen, Marion C. Crane, Frank Popplewell, Samuel Mozer, F. Gilbert Burnham Clarksdale Lodge No. 559 - Clyde C. Carrell Clarksville Lodge No. 17 - Richard W. Middleton Clayton Lodge No. 601 - John Ehrmann, Victor S. Hallauer Clifton Heights Lodge No. 520 - George Martin Mueller, Frank McMillan Clinton Lodge No. 548 - Charles R. Crawford Cold Spring Lodge No. 274 - William H. Abington Continental Lodge No. 454 - Lawrence R. Violett Conway Lodge No. 528 - Otis R. Forkner Cooper Lodge No. 36 - Morris J. Lent Corinthian Lodge No. 265 - Irvin L. Peters Cornerstone Lodge No. 323 - Joseph Edward Corn Cosby Lodge No. 600 - Carl H. Schmith Cosmos Lodge No. 282 - Christie John Rail Country Club Lodge No. 656 - John T. Pierson, Van C. Medcalf, Eugene R. Wimmer Craft Lodge No. 287 - Albert Dowing Glover, Jr. Crescent Hill Lodge No. 368 - Vernon Wade Welsh Crestwood Lodge No. 669 - Edward Randolph Bolling Cuba Lodge No. 312 - John C. Everson, Earl Russell Hale, Homer M. Marko, Leslie E. Licklider Daggett Lodge No. 492 - Virgil Zumsteg, Lawrence G. Leuther Earl Lodge No. 285 - S. Wayne Howard, William T. Pugh, Jr.

134

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

East Gate Lodge No. 630 - Paul Neubauer, Charles Erwin Wilks, Charles Kelley Farrell, Herman W. Fabian, Wilfred James Girard Easter Lodge No. 575 - Harold J. Hartman Elvins Lodge No. 599 - Ulysses P. Wood Eolia Lodge No. 14 - James W. Wheeler Equality Lodge No. 497 - Henry Ernest Roemer Essex Lodge No. 278 - William C. Langley Euclid Lodge No. 505 - Louis A. Eberhardt, Clarence W. Lane Evergreen Lodge No. 27 - Carl Vaughn Eimbeck Excello Lodge No. 332 - Paul Dee Franks Farmington Lodge No. 132 - Lacy Byrd Coghill Fellowship Lodge No. 345 - Frederick Clearman, Henry Leroy Clark Fenton Lodge No. 281 - Alphonse W. Narodzonek Ferguson Lodge No. 542 - Stephen DeLance LaBerge, Emmett Leo Kuehl Fidelity Lodge No. 339 - William J. Cannon, Jr. Florissant Lodge No. 668 - Earl R. McCurdy Four Mile Lodge No. 212 - Clinton Whiteaker Ramsey Fraternal Lodge No. 363 - Clarence Pursley Galena Lodge No. 515 - Clarence R. Marchbank Gate City Lodge No. 522 - Harry P. Casteel Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422 - Paul Martin Coffman, Clark Douglas Ruffin, William E. Huning, Garvin Henry Dyer Good Hope Lodge No. 218 - Lorenz Karl Duerr, Oliver J. Schuermann, William J. Schuermann, Lloyd L. Lortz, Raymond L. Renzenhausen, Charles J. Kretchman, Carl O. Henke, Harry W. Gerau Grandview Lodge No. 618 - Claude Francis Donald, Henry E. Hughlett Granite Lodge No. 272 - Guy Leroy Starkey Gray Summit Lodge No. 173 - Julius William Herman Dutton Greenville Lodge No. 107 - Willard R. Rhodes, Robert Alexander Hannibal Lodge No. 188 - Alva L. Leeper, Norman E. Gooch, Jr., George Leeds Cameron Harmony Lodge No. 499 - Oliver August Gutman, Roland Henry Winter Hartford Lodge No. 171 - Edwin Ray Hemple Lodge No. 37 - John Floyd Hessemyer Henderson Lodge No. 477 - Lyle F. Williams, W. Oral Barrow Hermann Lodge No. 123 - Frederick Henry Drusch Hermitage Lodge No. 288 - Hadley Cothern, Olin J. Taylor Heroine Lodge No. 104 - William Rubin, Abe M. Shafton, Leo Shapiro, Paul Goodman, Joseph C. Daniel, Sidney Kort Higginsville Lodge No. 364 - Ralph G. Heidbrink Holden Lodge No. 262 - Richard Henry Musser Hope Lodge No. 251 - Louis George Jaeger Illmo Lodge No. 581 - Lem S. Bollinger Independence Lodge No. 76 - Herbert L. McLean, Waldo Douglas Sloan, Raymond Frederick Hoemann Index Lodge No. 54 - Clarence William Eggers Ingomar Lodge No. 536 - Mack J. Smith Ionia Lodge No. 381 - Albert E. Hewitt, Ralph H. Garrison Ionic Lodge No. 154 - Lilburn Howard Clifton Irondale Lodge No. 143 - LQuis F. Rieffer, Frank Blum Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446 - Phillip Henry Amis, Wofford H. Roberts, Albert Roy Waters, Roy Ogden Yarborough, Edward Paul Nelson, Earl Clifton McHugh, Earl Carl Deane Jackson Lodge No. 82 - Harold Wallace Thorne Jacksonville Lodf,{e No. 541 - William H. Bean

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

135

Jefferson Lodge No. 43 - Marvin Hampton Randall, Benjamin F. Boyer, Clarence Allen Gibb, Harold F. Crow Joplin Lodge No. 335 - William Clark Barnard,Jr., Carl Dale Cave, William T. Graham, Howard Butcher, Ralph L. Thomas, Robert F. Holden Kansas City Lodge No. 220 - Jacob Michel Rudnick, Arthur Braunstein, Barney H. Wenner Kennett Lodge No. 68 - Gilbert H. Barnes King Hill Lodge No. 376 - Earl S. Spring Kirksville Lodge No. 105 - Dallas Eugene Hitt Kirkwood Lodge No. 484 - Donald Elsworth Robinson La Belle Lodge No. 222 - Clyde A. Leslie Laclede Lodge No. 83 - Alexander H. Denoon Lakeville Lodge No. 489 - James Franklin Miller, John McBride, Oma C. Goodin Lamar Lodge No. 292 - Van G. Flourney Lambskin Lodge No. 460 - Edwin A. Johnstone, Oliver J. Walters, Benjamin M. Burroughs, Harry E. Wessler Lexington Lodge No. 149 - George Lawrence Trent Linn Creek Lodge No. 152 - John F. Barjenbruch Lorraine Lodge No. 128 - Norval J. Noble McDonald Lodge No. 324 - Radine William Martin McFall-Gentryville Lodge No. 125 - George W. Crawford Marcus Lodge No. 110 - Walter Julius Robinson Marlborough Lodge No. 569 - Don A. Yockey Memphis Lodge No. 16 - William Lee Sanders, Leo V. Moore Mercer Lodge No. 35 - Chester S. King Meridian Lodge No.2 - Carl S. Meyer Mizpah Lodge No. 639 - Chester H. Budde, Henry Milo Murphy, Roy Conrad Rouhslange, Henry Ernst Beinke Mokane Lodge No. 612 - Joseph Carson Mosley Monett Lodge No. 129- Fleming Earl Prettyman,Julius C. Alderson, William Lyle Black, Oren John Davis, Lou G. Jones, Frederick Luman Lake, Sterling C. Larkin, Benjamin J. Davis, Louis C. Moret, Walter H. Reynaud, James M. Woods, John Ernest Combs, Charles J. Stewart Moniteau Lodge No. 295 - Norman Carl Reusser Monroe Lodge No. 64 - Gordon Schaub Montgomery Lodge No. 246 - Richard H. Worley, Vear R. Dowling, Sheldon M. Dixon, Warren L. Hubbard, Virgil A. Cullom, Charles Watkins Reed, Jr. Monticello Lodge No. 58 - Hayden M. Burford Mt. Moriah Lodge No. 40-George W. Heuermann,James L. Horn, Robert HughJones Mt. Vernon Lodge No. 99 - Wesley Arville Rowe Mt. Washington Lodge No. 614 - Dewey Pearl Brewer, Edward Gifford Mader Mt. Zion Lodge No. 327 - Clarence V. Renfrow Mountain Grove Lodge No. 158 - William B. Tilley Mystic Tie Lodge No. 221 - John Hugh "Ted" Snider, Jean S. Goodson Naphtali Lodge No. 25 - Meredith Walter Mott Nelson Lodge No. 560 - Everett J. Steed Neosho Lodge No. 247 - Franklin Paul Carnahan, Watson Little, Loren Emery Jarvis New Hampton Lodge No. 510 - Marlin W. Mock Nineveh Lodge No. 473 - Walter J. Hedberg Nodaway Lodge No. 470 - Melvin Colby Vail North Star Lodge No. 157 - Ernest W. Landen Olive Branch Lodge No. 576 - William R. Trott, Alva Roosevelt Nicolay, Dewey William Loomis Oregon Lodge No. 139 - John Melvin Scheib, Willard Eldon Hibbard, Roy S. Hornecker

136

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

Orient Lodge No. 546 - Clyde Frederick Brooks, Virgil Homer Elliott, \Villiam Dewey Brandfield, Edward Morgan Cummings, Russell G. Stacy, Fred George McGeary, Henry Talbot Brown, Don Dee McDonald Osage Lodge No. 303 - Tol H. Kunkel O'Sullivan Lodge No.7 - Fred B. Holder Owensville Lodge No. 624 - Adrain A. Spurgeon, George L. Fritsch Palmyra Lodge No. 18 - Bennie F. Smith Parrott Lodge No. 308 - Richard Howard Taft Meek Pattonsburg Lodge No. 65 - Allen Pugh Paul Revere Lodge Nu. 330 - Charles R. Wood Perseverance Lodge No. 92 - Vincent Stumbaugh Phoenix Lodge No. 136 ---' Tom R. Turpin Platte City Lodge No. 504 - Robert L. Sloan Polar Star Lodge No. 79 - Edwin Jerome Meyer, David S. Turken, George H. Rynders Pomegranate Lodge No. 95 - Fred Roesberg Potosi Lodge No. 131 - John H. Baker Progress Lodge Nu. 657 - Paul Walter White Pyramid Lodge No. 180 - Kenneth William Guillermin, James E. Delmore Pythagoras Lodge No. 383 - Oliver C. Hart Ray Lodge No. 223 - W. Paul Humston Raytown Lodge No. 391 - Willis Pettigrew,.J. Leroy Cox, Claude A. Strohm Republic Lodge No. 570 - Marion E. Frank, William Edwin Shook Richland Lodge No. 385 - Ross Dodd, Russell A. Reed, Royal S. Belshe Richmond Ludge No. 57 - Alonzo S. Penniston Rising Sun Lodge No. 13 - John T. Offutt Rockhill Lodge No. 663 - Abraham L. Snyder Rolla Ludge No. 213 - Harold M. Stoll, Lewis H. Stogsdill, Fred M. Lanz, Gerald G. Maggi, Earl L. Sites Rose Hill Lodge No. 550 - Harry H. Hildebrand St. James Lodge No. 230 - Horace D. White St. John'S Lodge No. 28 - Russell Martin Johnson, Roy J. W. Loehrke, Waterson Martin, John Clair Bull, Rolla Otto Apple, Delbert Beale Harris St. Joseph Lodge No.7 8 - Neil P. Smith,J ames Robert Stewart, Leslie Martin Dietz, Simon Rositzky, Thomas L. Cook, Harold C. Hult, Clyde W. Frank, George Wayland Axtell St. Mark's Lodge No. 93 - Thad Lee Stubbs, Joseph L. Whittaker,Jr., Charles R. Fisher Salem Lodge Nu. 225 - John P. Redwine, James L. Coffman, Clarence Omen Sapaugh, Dale D. Dunham, Claude Wilbur Smith Savannah Lodge Nu. 71 - Raymond A. Hower, Frederick Powell Rodccker Sedalia Lodge No. 236 - Ernest Otha Pasley Sheffield Lodge No. 625 - Herbert E. Orey, Floyd A. Lute, Arthur H. McCary Shekinah Lodge No. 256 - Howard A. Pipkin Sikestun Lodge No. 310 - Walter M. Rayburn Stockton Lodge No. 283 - Clarence H. Forgey Summit Lodge No. 263 - James Davis Rader Swope Park Lodge No. 617 - S. O. McLeroy Temperance Lodge No. 438 - S. B. Towns, Fred.J. Venrick Texas Lodge No. 177 - Ira Herbert Keeney Theodore Roosevelt Lodge No. 661 - Francis H. Wielandy, Joseph C. Richards, WalterO. Kloessner Tipton Lodge No. 56 - Lowell W. Billingsley Trenton Lodge No. 111 - Nathan D. Stein, Alten R. Hammett Triangle Lodge No. 638 - Robert Joseph Mathews Trilumina Lodge No. 205 - Homer B. Vance Trowel Lodge No. 440 - Theodore Ralph Stone, Carl B. Scott Tuscan Lodge No. 360 - Elmer P. Montag

1982

137

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Union Lodge No. 593 - Cecil Robert Schockley United Lodge No.5 - Arthur W. Blume,Jr., Harry C.Jones, William John Green, Ralph Compton, Jr., Jessie Lee Seaton Unity Lodge No. 495 - George Lester Marsh Van Buren Lodge No. 509 - W. O. Price Wakanda Lodge No. 52 - Harold E. Finley, Julian R. Hedding Wallace Lodge No. 456 - Eugene Waller Warren Lodge No. 74 - Robert H. Temple Warrenton Lodge No. 609 - Louis W. Gunther Washington Lodge No. 87 -John F. Birch, Carl B. Wilson, Earl Lem Wilson, A. L. Zimmer WaverLy Lodge No. 61 - Harry B. Baker Wayne Lodge No. 526 - Ralph O. Stevenson, Roy W. McGhee Webster Groves Lodge No. 84 - Virgil Henry Czeschin, Harlow T. Gates WeLlston Lodge No. 613 - Theodore John Poulos, Walter Frederick Krueger West Gate Lodge No. 445 - Fred W. Michel, Nathan Rader, Charles Russell Simmons Westport Lodge No. 340 - Fleming Edward Miller, Thomas Eugene Anderson, Theodore F. Wallace, Frank Schwartz Whitesville Lodge No. 162 - Clinton O. Morris Whitewater Lodge No. 417 - Thomas A. Scott WiLlard Lodge No. 620 - J. Leonard O'Quinn, Thomas Edison Greenwade Williamstown Lodge No. 370 - Billy Nick Fee Windsor Lodge No. 29 - Ellis Maxwell Huston Xenia Lodge No. 50 - Luther Carlysle Skelton York Lodge No. 563 - Edward Chris Nielsen, Henry Leon White Zeredatha Lodge No. 189 - Frederick O. Griffin, James C. Hayward, Barent Springsted, Jr. CERTIFICATES AND CARDS FOR RITUAL PROFICIENCY

Certificates and cards were written for authorized instructors in the Proficiency or Candidates' Lecturers (Subdivision I); cards were written for authorized instructors (Subdivision II); and cards were written for authorized instructors (Subdivision III). The certificates and cards were issued in accordance with the Certificate Plan of the Grand Lodge Committee on Ritual, as submitted through the Reports of the Examining Committees. Miss Lori J. Harris of the Grand Lodge Office Staff kept all the records of the Reports of Examining Committees, prepared quarterly reports of the certificates and cards issued during the periods, respectively, for the Chairman and Members of the Ritual Committee, and prepared the cumulative report for the Year 1981-1982. The names of the Master Masons whose applications were ~~proved during the Year July 1, 1981 -June 30, 1982 are included in the Report of the Committee on Ritual. The Grand Secretary wrote the cards and certificates for Subdivision I, the cards for Subdivision II, and the "silver" cards of Subdivision III. SUBDIVISION I

Originals First Renewals (A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Second Renewals (B) Third Renewals (C) Fourth Renewals (D) Fifth Renewals (E) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Sixth Renewals (F)

75 40 45 32 22 17 17

Seventh Renewals (G) Eighth Renewals (H) Ninth Renewals (I) Tenth Renewals Eleventh Renewals (K) Twelfth Renewals (L) Thirteenth Renewals (M)

13 10

II 3 I 2 I

138

1982

PROCEEDINGS OF THE SUBDIVISION II -

PART

13 Originals First Renewals (A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 20 Second Renewals (B) 9 Third Renewals (C) 10 Fourth Renewals (D) 6 Fifth Renewals (E) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 4 Sixth Renewals (F) 2 Seventh Renewals (G) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Eighth Renewals (H) 2 Ninth Renewals (I) 2 Tenth Renewals I

SUBDlVISIO]'l; II -

Originals II First Renewals (A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 18 Second Renewals (B) 3 Third Renewals (C) 9 Fourth Renewals (D) 3 Fifth Renewals (E) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 3 Sixth Renewals (F) 2 Seventh Renewals (G) . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 0 Eighth Renewals (H) 2

Ninth Renewals (I) Tenth Renewals (J)

SCBDIVISIOl'; II PART 3 Originals 21 First Renewals (A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 15 Second Renewals (B) 8 Third Renewals (C) 6 Fourth Renewals (D) 5 Fifth Renewals (E) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6 Sixth Renewals (F) 2 Seventh Renewals (G) . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2 Eighth Renewals (H) 0 Ninth Renewals (I) 1 Tenth Renewals (J) 2 SUBDIVISIO~

III

Originals 21 First Renewals (A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 9 Subdivision I Subdivision II Subdivision III

Total Total Total Grand Total

LEADERSHIP AND GOAL CONFERENCES: WINTER-SPRING

289 192 30 511

1982

M.W. Grand Master Wm. J. Hill conducted 17 LEADERSHIP AND GOAL CONFERENCES for lodge officers during the months of January, February, March. Informational notices (invitations) about the meetings were sent to: Four Officers of each constituent lodge - Worshipful Master, Senior Warden, Junior Warden, Secretary - mailed in care of the lodge Secretaries, Past Grand Masters, Grand Lodge Officers, Past Grand Treasurer, Past Grand Secretary, Past Grand Lecturer, District Deputy Grand Masters, District Deputy Grand Lecturers, Chairmen and Members of Grand Lodge Committees. The Grand Lodge sincerely appreciates every kind attention shown by the officers and members of the lodges and temple associations, in whose halls the CONFERENCES were held, and by those who prepared and served the very essential part of every successful Masonic gathering - "GOOD MEN'S MEALS." We are grateful to the District Deputy Grand Masters who collected the information on attendance from the lodges so that guarantees might be made for the meals and who registered the officers of the lodges of their respective districts so that we might prepare the following attendance report. Leadership and Goal Conference 1 - Independence - Thursday Evening, January 7 140 Officers Present District Deputy Grand Masters 5 District Deputy Grand Lecturers --.2 Total Area Attendance 150 (85.7%) Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present 15 Leadership and Goal Conference 2 - Sikeston - Saturday Evening, January 9 Officers Present 104 District Deputy Grand Masters 5

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

139

District Deputy Grand Lecturers __ 4 Total Area Attendance 113 (63.5%) Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present 9 Leadership and Goal Conference 3 - Clinton - Thursday Evening, January 14 Officers Present 101 District Deputy Grand Masters 4 District Deputy Grand Lecturers __ 4 Total Area Attendance 109 (83.2%) Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present 4 Leadership and Goal Conference 4 - Mexico - Friday Evening, January 15 (snow and ice storm) Officers Present 42 District Deputy Grand Masters 3 District Deputy Grand Lecturers _ _1 Total Area Attendance 46 (48%) Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present 4 Leadership and Goal Conference 5 - St. Louis - Saturday Evening, January 16 Officers Present 208 District Deputy Grand Masters 6 District Deputy Grand Lecturers __ 5 Total Area Attendance 219 (77%) Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present 14 Leadership and Goal Conference 6 - Flat River - Saturday Evening, January 23 Officers Present 75 District Deputy Grand Masters 2 District Deputy Grand Lecturers _ _1 Total Area Attendance 78 (77.2%) Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present 7 Leadership and Goal Conference 7 - St. Joseph - Friday Evening, January 29 77 Officers Present District Deputy Grand Masters 2 District Deputy Grand Lecturers __ 3 Total Area Attendance 82 (64%) Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present 9 Leadership and Goal Conference 8 - West Plains - Saturday Evening, January 30 (Rain and Snow) Officers Present 62 District Deputy Grand Masters 2 District Deputy Grand Lecturers __ 2 Total Area Attendance 66 (54.55%) Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present 5 Leadership and Goal Conference 9 - Carrollton - Friday Evening, February 12 Officers Present 65 District Deputy Grand Masters 4 __ 3 District Deputy Grand Lecturers Total Area Attendance 72 (72%) Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present 4 Leadership and Goal Conference 10 - Rolla - Saturday Evening, February 13 Officers Present 87 District Deputy Grand Masters 3 District Deputy Grand Lecturers __ 2 Total Area Attendance 92 (81.4%) Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present 8

140

1982

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Leadership and Goal Conference 11 - Kirksville - Friday Evening, February 26 Officers Present 102 District Deputy Grand Masters 4 District Deputy Grand Lecturers __ 3 Total Area Attendance 109 (73.65%) Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present 6 Leadership and Goal Conference 12 - Palmyra - Saturday Evening, February 27 Officers Present 82 District Deputy Grand Masters 4 District Deputy Grand Lecturers __ 2 Total Area Attendance 88 (70%) Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present 3 Leadership and Goal Conference 13 - Chillicothe - Friday Evening, March 5 Officers Present 86 District Deputy Grand Masters 4 District Deputy Grand Masters ~ Total Area Attendance 95 (75.4%) Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present 4 Leadership and Goal Conference 14 - Carthage - Saturday Evening, March 6 Officers Present 134 District Deputy Grand Masters 5 District Deputy Grand Lecturers __ 4 Total Area Attendance 143 (84.1 %) Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present 7 Leadership and Goal Conference 15 - Maryville - Friday Evening, March 12 Officers Present 64 District Deputy Grand Masters 3 District Deputy Grand Lecturers __ 2 Total Area Attendance 75 (80%) Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present 6 Leadership and Goal Conference 16 - Springfield - Saturday Evening, March 13 Officers Present 78 District Deputy Grand Masters 3 District Deputy Grand Lecturers __ 2 Total Area Attendance 83 (65%) Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present 7 Leadership and Goal Conference 17 - Boonville - Saturday Evening, March 27 109 Officers Present District Deputy Grand Masters 5 __ 3 District Deputy Grand Lecturers Total Area Attendance 117 (88.63%) Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present 11 MISSOURI LODGES AND CANDIDATES YOUNGER THAN

YEARS OF AGE

The lodges of Missouri submitted a supplemental report with the 1982 Annual Return and provided information on the number of candidates between the ages of 18 and 21 years old. The figures given in the supplemental reports were accepted as valid; no effort was made to authenticate the data entered in the supplemental report by a comparison with the facts of dates of birth written on page 2 of the Annual Return. Number of Petitions between the ages of 18 and 21 Number of candidates between ages of 18 and 21 "Elected"

130 126

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Number of candidates between ages of 18 and Number of candidates between ages of 18 and Number of candidates between ages of 18 and Number of Master Masons between ages of 18 proficiency in the Third Degree

21 "Initiated" 21 "Passed" 21 "Raised" and 21 who proved

141 118 80 70 47

GRAND LODGE MOJ',;EY

General Fund - The First National Bank of Kansas City Deposits: The payments of constituent lodges of the "Amount Due Grand Lodge" per the Annual Returns Interest income on investments Receipts for sales of publications of Committee on Masonic Education Miscellaneous receipts Withdrawals: The payments to the Masonic Home of Missouri and the George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association on the fees on initiation, to the Masonic Home of Missouri on per capita, and to the Masonic Service Association ofthe United States on the direct appropriations of the Grand Lodge The payments on the costs of printing and distributing the quarterly issues of The Freemason Magazine The transfer of funds to the Imprest Account as the reimbursement for authorized disbursements The payment of other expenditures on budget and by special authorization lmprest Account -

The Exchange National Bank of Jefferson City

Deposits: Reimbursements by transfer of funds from the General Fund for authorized disbursements previously made. Withdrawals: The payments of the costs relative to the operation of the Grand Lodge as allocated by the approved budget. Revolving Account -

The Exchange National Bank of Jefferson City

Deposits: Receipts from the sales of books, publications, supplies of the Grand Lodge; the annual dues receipt cards; District Deputy Grand Master Aprons; District Deputy Grand Lecturer Aprons; Past District Deputy Grand Master and Past District Deputy Grand Lecturer Silver Lapel Pins. Miscellaneous Receipts Withdrawals: Payments on the purchases of items sold to lodges and individuals through the Grand Lodge Office, and on such other transactions as have been and are authorized and approved. The Freemason Account -

The Exchange National Bank of Jefferson City

Deposits: The remittances on the subscriptions of interested person at $2.00 a year. Withdrawals: Payments to the General Fund of the Grand Lodge for each issue of the

142

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

magazine at the rate of 50 cents per subscription. Mileage and Per Diem Account - The Exchange National Bank ofJefferson City

Deposits: Transfer of funds from the General Fund as provided by the approved budget and in accordance with the Report of the Committee on Mileage and Per Diem Withdrawals: Payments of mileage and per diem on attendance at the Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge as prescribed by Grand Lodge Law. The records of receipts and disbursements have been submitted to the Auditor for examination. The Report of the Auditor verifies the accounts and records. DISTRIBUTION OF

1981

"CUMULATIVE ANNUAL POCKET PART"

The 1981 "Cumulative Annual Pocket Part" was mailed out as follows: 1. Four (4) copies to each chartered lodge for the use of the officers and members,

addressed in care of the lodge Secretary. 2. Copies to each official of the Grand Lodge: Grand Lodge Officers, Past Grand Masters, Past Grand Treasurer, Past Grand Secretary, Past Grand Lecturer, District Deputy Grand Masters, District Deputy Grand Lecturers, Chairmen and Members of Grand Lodge Committees. 3. Copies to individual brother Master Masons who own personal copies of the 1977 Edition of the Constitution and By-Laws -1958, provided name and current address information is recorded in the "Pocket Part Card File." 4. Copies to other Grand Lodges and to organizations of The Masonic Family of Missouri. OFHCIAL PROCEEDINGS OF ONE HUNDRED HFTY-NINTH ANNUAL COMMUNICATION OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF ONE HUNDRED SIXTIETH ANNUAL COMMUNICATION

The Official Proceedings ofthe 159th Annual Communication ofthe Grand Lodge of Missouri and the Official Proceedings of the 160th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Missouri were written, printed, and sent to each lodge, to each official of the Grand Lodge, to each Past Grand Master and other Past Grand Officers, to each Grand Lodge in fraternal relationship with this Grand Lodge, as prescribed by Section 2.040(h). The books of Proceedings - the property of the Grand Lodge loaned to Constituent Lodges and to officials of the Grand Lodge and to others entitled to receive the volumes for such period of time as the contents are pertinent and useful as sources of information relative to the operation and government of Lodges and the Grand Lodge in accordance with the Laws and Practices of this Grand Lodge - were mailed at "Library Materials" postage rate. When the Proceedings no longer serve the prescribed purposes, the books are to be returned to the Grand Lodge Office. CONFERENCE OF GRAND SECRETARIES IN NORTH AMERICA

The Fifty-Fourth Conference of Grand Secretaries was held in Washington, D.C. in February 1982, in conjunction with the Conference of Grand Masters

1982

143

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

and the Annual Meetings of the Masonic Service Association of the United States and the George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association. The agenda of the Conference of Grand Secretaries included the following subjects, supplemented by discussion of each: Lodge Liability Insurance Data Processing Masonic Unity With Affiliated Masonic Bodies The Lodge Secretary in Today's World Masonic-Catholic Status Word Processing and Mailing Rates Requests for Affiliation From Members of Unrecognized and/or Clandestine Lodges An Inspiration Message

M.W. Grand Master Wm. J. Hill, RW. Deputy Grand Master Earl K. Dille, and RW. Bro. John Black Vrooman were my guests for the Annual Grand Secretaries' Dinner. MEMORIALS

The Grand Lodge Tributes of Respect in Memory of M.W. Past Grand Master Harold M.Jayne (1956-1957) and ofM.W. Past Grand Master George F. Morrison (1964-1965) were written and distributed to all lodges, to Grand Lodge Officers, to Past Grand Masters, to the Ladies of late Past Grand Masters, to District Deputy Grand Masters, to District Deputy Grand Lecturers, to Chairmen and Members of Grand Lodge Committees, to the recognized Appendant (Adoptive) Organizations of Missouri, to the Past Grand Treasurer, to the Past Grand Secretary, to the Past Grand Lecturer, and to the other Grand Lodges in fraternal relationship with the Grand Lodge of Missouri. The acknowledgements of the Memorials by other Grand Lodges have been forwarded to Brother Harold MitchellJayne,Jr. -the son ofM.W. BrotherJayne - and to Brother and Mrs. Lester E. Schultz (Jean M. Schultz) - the daughter and son-in-law of M.W. Brother Morrison. Copies of the acknowledgements were sent to M.W. Grand Master Hill; and copies were kept for the files of the respective Past Grand Masters in the Grand Lodge Office. DISTRIBUTIOI':S DURII':G GRAI'D LODGE YEAR

1981-1982

1. Mileage and Per Diem Checks for attendance at 160th Annual Communication to 15 Grand Lodge Officials and to 48 Lodge Representatives addressed to Lodge Secretaries (October 4, 1981) 2. To Worshipful Masters and Secretaries of All Missouri Lodges: The informational materials of M.W. Grand Master Hill introducing the I CAN "T.O.P. M.A.G.I.C." PROGRAM, the I CAN "S.O.W. A S.E.E.D." PROGRAM, and containing the EDICT relative to a Charitable Contributions By-Law and a REQUEST FOR COMPLIANCE relative to prayer. 3. Packets to all lodges and to all on the official mailing list. Contents: Propositions ADOPTED at 160th Annual Communication; Propositions REJECTED at 160th Annual Communication; Proposed Amendment of Constitution and Proposed Amendments of By-Laws presented at 160th Annual Communication to lie over for action at 161st Annual Communication; Rosters of Names, addresses, telephone numbers of Grand Lodge Officers, Past Grand Masters, Past Grand Treasurer, Past Grand Secre-

144

6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11.

12. 13. 14. 15.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

tary, Past Grand Lecturer, District Deputy Grand Masters, District Deputy Grand Lecturers, Chairmen and Members of Grand Lodge Committees, Masonic Home of Missouri, Missouri Lodge of Research; TENTATIVE SCHEDULE of Leadership and Goal Conference for Lodge Officers: Winter-Spring 1982; Education and Entertainment Programs - Committee on Masonic Education; Recognition of Grand Lodge, F. and A.M. of Alaska; GRAND LODGE ACHIEVEMENT AWARD - STANDARDS AND APPLICATION; Masonic Home of Missouri; The Freemason Magazine; STANDING RESOLUTION: "CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS" and Model of a Lodge By-Law; Order form - "List of Lodges Masonic 1982." Written notice to Worshipful Master and Secretary of each lodge that lacked representation at the 160th Annual Communication (September 1981), as set forth in Section 7.230(b): November 15,1981 and August 15, 1982. In re proposed Amendment of Constitution of Grand Lodge: ARTICLE I I, Section 2, with prepared YELLOW sheet for report of proceedings had by lodge. The distribution was made on January 15, 1982. The correspondence was written and mailed to Worshipful Masters of all Missouri Lodges, with copies to Lodge Secretaries and to all on the official mailing list. Notification to the Lodges of the 33rd Masonic District, with the designation of the Grand Master of the Lodges which constitute Section A and Section B, respectively. Notification to the Lodges of the 57th Masonic District, with the designation of the Grand Master of the Lodges which constitute Section A and Section B and Section C. Notification to the Lodges of the 22nd Masonic District, Section A of the appointment of R.W. Bro. Kenneth L. Goad as the District Deputy Grand Lecturer for the unexpired term 1981-1982. Notification to the Lodges of the 48th Masonic District ofthe appointment ofR.W. Bro. Joseph E. Stevens as the District Deputy Grand Lecturer for the unexpired term 1981-1982. Notification to the Lodges of the 53rd Masonic District ofthe appointment of R.W. Bro. John A. Foster as the District Deputy Grand Master for the unexpired term of 1981-1982. The NOTICE-INVITATION for LEADERSHIP AND GOAL CONFERENCES: WINTER-SPRING 1982 to four officers of each lodge (Worshipful Master, Senior Warden, Junior Warden, Secretary) and to all on official mailing list. Information on GRAND MASTER'S PARADE to be held on Saturday Morning, September 25, 1982 in North Kansas City. Grand Master's Request for Evaluation of LEADERSHIP AND GOAL CONFERENCES: WINTER-SPRING 1982 to four Officers of all Lodges and to all on mailing list. FIRST ANNOUNCEMENT about 161st Annual Communication to be held at Kansas City in September 1982, with hotel rate-reservation cards - to all lodges and to all on official mailing list. COMPUTER PRINT-OUT OF MASTER MASONS - ADDRESSES, with cover letter and instructions - to all lodges addressed in care of

1982

16.

17. 18. 19.

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

145

Lodge Secretaries. Worshipful Masters received cover letter and instructions. DUPLICATE BLANKS of 1982 ANNUAL RETURN, with sheets of Instructions - to all Lodges on June 15, 1982, addressed in care of Lodge Secretaries. Worshipful Masters, District Deputy Grand Masters, District Deputy Grand Lecturers received appropriate cover letter and sheets of instruction. SECOND ANNOUNCEMENT about 161st Annual Communication-to all Lodges addressed in care of Lodge Secretaries, to all Worshipful Masters, and to all on the official mailing list. Information for Worshipful Master, Senior Warden, Junior Warden of each chartered lodge on the deputation of PROXY, with YELLOW PROXY CARD. EDICT of M.W. Grand Master Wm. J. Hill in regard to MILEAGE AND PER DIEM; INSTRUCTIONS OF M.W. Grand Master Hill for "I CAN S.O.W. A S.E.E.D." PROGRAM; BULLETIN ofM.W. Grand Master Hill in regard to GRAND LODGE DINNER. MISCELLA"'IES

1. The form "REPORT OF INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS" was sent to each lodge at the beginning of the month when election of officers is held, per the Lodge By-Laws. "Machine" copies of Installation Reports were sent to the Grand Master, Deputy Grand Master, Grand Lecturer, District Deputy Grand Masters, District Deputy Grand Lecturers. 2. The booklet "PLANNING FOR THE EAST" was sent to the newly installed Senior Warden of each lodge per the information of name-address as entered on the "REPORT OF INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS." The booklet is the publication of the Grand Lodge Committee on Masonic Education. 3. The certificates of the Grand Lodge ACHIEVEMENT AWARD for the Worshipful Master and for the Lodge were written by the Grand Secretary - 152 small certificates for Worshipful Masters and 152 large certificates for Lodges - in accordance with the applications approved by the respective District Deputy Grand Masters and the Chairman of the Committee on Masonic Education. 4. The Grand Secretary attended and participated in the two Deputy Conferences held at St. Charles and Independence in October, the 17 LEADERSHIP AND GOAL CONFERENCES, the Specific Communications of the Grand Lodge for the Ceremonies of Laying Cornerstone and of Dedication of New Halls for Masonic Use, the meetings of the Grand Lodge Committees on Chartered Lodges, Entertainment of Distinguished Guests, Ways and Means. 5. The Grand Secretary and Mrs. Arnold attended Annual Communications ofother Grand Lodges: Grand Lodge of Kansas in March and Grand Lodge of Tennessee in March. 6. Members of the Grand Lodge Office Staff continued the project to make certain that all data in the Official Membership Files of the Grand Lodge Office and in the books and records of Lodges are accurate and complete. Rosters of the members of Lodges, as of the Net Membership on June 30, 1981, with the complete Masonic History of each Brother Master Mason, as

146

1982

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

written into the Official Records of the Grand Lodge Office, were sent to the respective Lodge Secretaries for comparison with the facts entered in the books and records of the Lodge. The project will be continued through many future years. APPRECIATION

The hands and the minds - the background of sincere interest for the Masonic Fraternity - of the Ladies of the Grand Lodge Office Staff during the Year 1981-1982 have accomplished their regularly assigned duties and additional tasks to the greatest degree of satisfaction. All their good works merit the commendation of the Grand Lodge: "WELL DONE." With my sincere thanks for their services and for their companionship and concern and cordiality with each other and with Mrs. Arnold and me, I recognize and acknowledge the loyal Staff of the Grand Lodge Office: Mrs. Mrs. Miss Mrs.

Henry Smith (Darlene Smith) - Holts Summit Calvin A. Price (Gladys A. Price) - jefferson City Lori j. Harris - Fulton Ernest Raub (Kathleen Raub) - Columbia (Midway)

In the days and weeks and months of a Grand Lodge year there grow especially close relationships between the Grand Master and the First Lady of Masonry in Missouri and the Grand Secretary and his wife. With Bill and JoAnn Hill, the Arnolds have experienced a remarkable spirit of closeness on the many occasions which required serious attention to business and the highest degree of pleasure in all the events and activities when fun and enjoyment were in order. M.W. Bro. WilliamJ. Hill I esteem and cherish for his understanding and confidence. To him are due my appreciation of his friendship and brotherliness and my sincere congratulations on his leadership of the Grand Lodge of Missouri: Most Worshipful Grand Master 1981-1982. Fraternally submitted, FRAr-;K A. ARNOLD,

Grand Secretary. STATISTICS

(PER A!'I'CAL RE1TR:--:S OF

538

LODGES)

Adjusted Net Membership - july 1, 1981 92,063 Additions Affiliated 1,001 Initiated 1,968 Passed 1,511 Raised . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1,481 Reinstated after Suspension I\;.P.D. 865 Reinstated after Suspension (Section 15.068) _ _7 Total Additions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 3,354 95,417 Gross Membership - june 30, 1982 Subtractions Suspended for Non-Payment of Dues 1,972 Suspended per Section 15.066 654 Dimitted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 608 Deaths 2,490

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

147

Suspended UnMasonic Conduct 0 Expelled. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. _ _ 6 Total Subtractions 5,130 Net Membership - June 30, 1982 90,287 Fifty-Year Members Claimed as Exemptions 5,492 Remissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 917

REPORT OF THE AUDITOR

The Grand Secretary moved that the report of the Auditor as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees" be accepted and made a part of the record of this Annual Communication. The motion was seconded and approved by vote of the Grand Lodge. To the Grand Lodge A.F. & A.M. of Missouri GENTLEMEN: Pursuant to engagement, I 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 1, 1981 to June 30, 1982, also the Masonic Home Initiation Fund, the George Washington Memorial Fund, the Joseph S. McIntyre Library Fund, the Freemason Magazine, and the Revolving Fund for the same period and respectfully present the following report:

GE:--IERAL FUl'D -

PER GRA:"D SECRETARY'S BOOKS

STATEMENT OF CASH RECEIPTS AND DISBL'RSDfENTS JULY

1, 1981

TO JU:--IE

30, 1982

Cash Receipts Per Capita Tax $520,902.95 Masonic Home Initiation Fees 41,490.00 George Washington Memorial Association Fees. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2,075.00 Dues Receipt Cards 4,572.64 Revolving Fund - Sale of Sundries 1,666.42 Interest on Investments Permanent Fund (Less Agency Fee $1,080.33) $18,726.96 General Fund (Less Agency Fee $2,278.91) 42,099.61 60,826.57 Miscellaneous . 2,492.53 Visits - D.D.G.M. and D.D.C.L. . 5,455.00 Total Income Receipts . 639,451.11 Transfer to Agency Account - Net . (2,781.72) Total Receipts . 636,669.39 Disbursements Per Schedule Attached . 666,497.38 Excess of Disbursements Over Receipts . (29,827.99) 42,349.12 Balance July 1, 1981 . $ 12,521.13 Balance June 30, 1982 Consisting of First National Bank of Kansas City, Missouri Exchange National Bank of Jefferson City, Missouri

$ 10,242.60 2,278.53 $ 12,521.13

148

1982

PROCEEDINGS OF THE c;RA:-;n LOOC;E A.F.

A.~. OF MlSSOL:Rl

GEl'ERAL FL:[I.;D STATEME[I.;T OF CASH DlSBURSEME:-;TS JL:LY

I, 1981

T0.JlJNE

30,1982

By Appropriation of Grand Lodge Salary - Grand Secretary Salary - Grand Lecturer Salary - Grand Treasurer Retirement Expense Masonic Service Association - Per Capita Masonic Service - Hospital Visitation Grand Lodge Office Expense Committee on Recognition of Foreign Grand Lodges Freemason Magazine

. $ 20,025.00 17,250.00 . . 600.00 13,450.00 . 2,433.77 . 5,000.00 . 7,023.56 . 100.00 . 73,655.56 . $I~~~~&~

By Requisition of Grand Master Expenses - Grand Master Expenses - Grand Lecturer Expenses - Deputy Lodge Officers & Committees Expenses - Deputy Grand Master Conference of Grand Lodge Officers Conference of D.D.G.M. & D.D.G.L. Washington D.C. Meeting Auditing Grand Masters Contingent Fund Expenses of Grand Lodge Sessions Regional Meetings - Lodge Officers By Requisition of Grand Secretary Salaries - Grand Lodge Office Payroll Taxes Insurance Operation of Grand Lodge Office Printing, Postage, Stationery Telephone & Telegrams Office Equipment Office Supplies Incidental Office Expense Data Processing Office Improvements Incidental Travel and Expense of Grand Secretary Grand Master's Regalia Fifty Year Veteran's Buttons By Requisition Committee on Committee on Committee on Committee on Committee on Committee on

Correspondence Masonic Education Ritual Relief & Charity By-Laws Mileage & Per Diem

Total Grand Lodge Operating Expense

S 10,000.00 . . . . . . . . . .

9,292.84 3,078.52 1,500.00 3,076.77 4,795,42 2,700.75 1,000.00 2,104.70 16,752.42 11,671.29 $ 65,972.71

. $ 32,760.75 6,312.85 . . 5,305.20 . . . . . . . . . .

16,500.38 3,635.84 2,787.97 2,655.93 1,313.45 1,536.26 2,109.09 2,152.16 4,272.37 4,290.94 $ 85,543.19

750.00 4,999.56 442.11 5,000.00 2,455.13 90,094.50 $103,741.30 . $394,795.09 $

. . . . .

1982

149

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

. $217,042,90 41,460.00 . 2,037.00 . $260,539.90 . $655,334.99 5,455.00 . 4,158.06 . . 1,579.11 (29.78) . . $666,497.38

Masonic Home - Per Capita Tax Masonic Home Initiation Fund George Washington Memorial Association Total Expenses Payments - D.D.G.M. & D.D.G.L. Visits Transfer to Revolving Fund Payroll Adjustment .Discount Total Disbursements

PERMAI'E~T

SECURITIES -

FUI'D

I did not examine the securities which are held by the First National Bank of Kansas City, Kansas City, Missouri, as agent. The following list of securities and activity for the year ended June 30, 1982 was prepared from their statements. Interest Maturity Rate U.S. Treasury Notes 10/31/82 12.125% 2/15/83 8% 2/15/84 7.25% 9/30/85 15.87% 2/15/87 9% Federated Master Trust Total Securities Cash Total

.. $ 10,000.00 65,000.00 .. 45,000.00 .. 20,000.00 . 50,000.00 . 41,424.00 . . $231,424.00 . . SECURITIES -

Interest Maturity Rate U.S. Treasury Notes 9/30/82 11.87% 8/15/83 11.87% 2/15/85 7.25% Federated Master Trust Total Securities Uninvested Cash Total

Carrying Value

Par Value

Alarket Value June 30, 1982

9,931.20 62,521.55 40,682.70 20,512.40 41,359.50 41,424.00 $216,431.35

9,881.25 64,406.25 41,976.54 19,979.80 50,000.00 41,424.00 $227,667.84 .97 $227,668.81

<a::-;ERAL FU:-;D

Par Value

Carrying Value

. $ 50,000.00 . 50,000.00 15,000.00 . . 4,522.00 . $119,522.00 . .

Following is a summary of the changes Permanent Fund during the year. Uninvested Cash, July 1, 1981 Receipts Matured U. S. Treasury Notes Income Account Transfers Amortization - Premium F.N.M.A. Deb F.N.M.A. Debenture Transfer From General Fund

$ 50,000.00 49,562.50 14,971.50 4,522.00 119,056.00 59.81 $119,115,81

Market Value June 30, 1982

$ 49,734.50 48,625.00 15,560.90 4,522.00 $116,442.40

the principal account of the $16,000.48 . . . . .

$20,000.00 1,249.14 10.15 20,000.00 15,000.00

56,259.29

150

1982

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Disbursements U.S. Treasury Notes Federated Master Trust Commercial Paper Transfer to Grand Lodge A.F. & A.M Uninvested Cash, June 30, 1982 AGEI';CY INCOME ACCOel';T -

Net

19,979.80 37,279.00 15,000.00

. . . .

72,258.80 .97

PERMA:-.iE:-.iT Fel';D

Balance July l, 1981 Interest Received Transferred to Grand Lodge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Collection Fees Transferred to Principal Balance June 30, 1982 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

.00 21,066.58 (18,726.96) (l,080.33) (1,259.29) $ .00

Following is a summary of the changes in the principal account of the General Fund during the year. Balance July I, 1981 Receipts Sale of Federated Master Trust Paper From Grand Lodge A.F. & A.M. Income Cash Disbursements Purchase Federated Master Trust Paper Transfer to Grand Lodge A.F. & A.M. Transfer to Permanent Fund Balance June 30, 1982

$ $553,300.00 539,274.57 52.09

.00

1,092,626.66

556,074.00 521,492.85 15,000.00 1,092,566.85 , $ 59.81

AGE:'IICY I:-.iCOME ACCOU:'IIT -

GE:-.iERAL FU:'IID

Balance July I, 1981 Interest Received Transferred to Grand Lodge Collection Fees Transferred to Principal Balance June 30, 1982

. . . . $

.00 44,430.61 (42,099.61) (2,278.91) (52.09) .00

MASONIC HOME Il';ITIATIO!'; FUND

Balance July l, 1981 Due to Masonic Home Received From Lodges, July 1, 1981 to June 30, 1982 Paid to Masonic Home Balance June 30, 1982 Due to Masonic Home

$ . . $

.00 41,460.00 (41,460.00) .00

GEORGE WASHINGTON MEMORIAL FL'l';D

Balance Due July 1, 1981 Received From Lodges, July I, 1981 to June 30, 1982 Paid to George Washington Memorial Association Balance Due June 30, 1982 JOSEPH S.

MCI~TYRE

Balance July l, 1981 Interest on Savings Account Balance in Mercantile Trust Company Savings Account June 30, 1982

$ . . $

.00 2,075.00 (2,075.00) .00

LIBRARY FeND

2,078.17 112.15

, $

2,190.32

1982

151

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI THE FREEMASON

MAGAZJ~E

Balance July 1, 1981 Receipts Disbursements Balance June 30, 1982 - Exchange National Bank Jefferson City, Missouri

643.39 2.00 .00

645.39

. .

THE REVOLVI:-':G FeND

Balance July 1, 1981 Receipts (Dues, Manuals, Etc.) Disbursements Balance June 30, 1982 - Exchange National Bank Jefferson City Missouri

6,691.77 10,937.23 (7,842,31)

9,786.69

90,094.50 .00

. .

MILEA(;E A;\;D PER DIEM COMMITTEE

Mileage and Per Diem Checks Paid Balance June 30, 1982

The 1981 Mileage and Per Diem Commitee report and cancelled checks were examined. 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, 1981 to June 30, 1982. All checks issued were examined in support of the disbursements. I found to be correct the per capita. tax received and the amount paid to the Masonic Home. Approved invoices were examied for substantially all items. Payroll records and tax returns were also inspected. The bank balances shown in the report were confirmed directly by the depositaries. Respectfully submitted, ROBERT H. ASBURY C.P.A. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON PUBUC RELATIONS

The report of the Committee on Public Relations was accepted as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees," to be included in the PROCEEDll'o:GS. The motion was seconded and approved by vote of the Grand Lodge.

To the Grand Lodge of Missouri, A.F. & A.M.: In keeping with the theme of our Grand Master, V.LT.-C (Visibility In The - Community), your Committee on Public Relations has endeavored to support the major activities ofM.W. Brother Hill and the Grand Lodge by sending news releases to the print, radio and television media as follows: The 17 Leadership Preparation and Goal Conferences conducted by M.W. Brother Hill, January through March 1982. The Second Missouri Lecture Series with Wor. Bro. Harry Carr, P.J .G.D. of the Grand Lodge of England, May 10, 12, 14, and 17, sponsored by the Grand Lodge Committee on Masonic Education. The Independence Day Observance and Masonic Rededication of the Harry S Tru-

152

1982

PROCEEDIJ\;GS OF THE

man Library in Independence, July 5, with M.W. Brother Hill presiding over the rededication and delivering the principal address. The Grand Lodge Parade in North Kansas City, September 25, and the 161st Annual Grand Lodge Communication, September 27-28, in Kansas City.

Your Committee has begun the production of a photographic slide and script program showing Missouri Freemasonry. It is designed for use by the Order of DeMolay. On the subordinate lodge level, Visibility In The - Community, can easily be done by lodges regularly submitting items of news to the local media. We encourage officers to begin or continue this important practice in public relations. Respectfully and fraternally submitted, HERMA]\; A. ORLICK, P.G.M., DAN F. COLE, ROBERT H. BRAY, Chairman. REMARKS OF MOST EXCELLENT GRAND HIGH PRIEST JAMES H. MILLER REMARKS OF MOST ILLUSTRIOUS GRAND MASTER RONALD R. BIELBY ANNOUNCEMENT OF TIME AND PLACE FOR 1983 ANNUAL COMMUNICATION

As Grand Master-Elect, R.W. Bro. Earl K. Dille announced that the 162nd Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Missouri will be held at St. Louis, Missouri on September 26 and 27, 1983. REMARKS OF RIGHT EMINENT GRAND COMMANDER AUSTIN G. FELTON REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON JURISPRUDENCE

R.W. Bro. Herbert C. Hoffman, Chairman, presented the report of the Committee on Jurisprudence. To the Grand Lodge of Ancient Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri:

Your Committee on Jurisprudence respectfully reports as follows: DISPE~SAI'IO~S

We have examined the dispensations issued by order of the Grand Master as set forth in the report of the Grand Secretary and we approve the same as within the discretion of the Grand Master. CO:-';SENTS,

PER~f1SSIO:-';S

AND

HEALI~(;

ORDERS

We have examined the consents, permissions and healing orders pertaining to the activities and operations of subordinate lodges granted by the Grand Master as set forth in the report of the Grand Secretary and we approve the same as within the discretion of the Grand Master.

I move the adoption of this portion of the Jurisprudence Committee report. The motion was seconded. The portion of the Jurisprudence Committee report was ADOPTED by the vote of the Grand Lodge. PROPOSED STAl"DI]\;G RESOLUTION

The Committee has received a resolution entitled "Proposed Standing Resolution," which is brief; and I will read it.

1982

153

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Resolved, That in order to expedite the prompt and intelligent transaction of business at communications of the Grand Lodge, any proposed amendment to or revision of the Constitution or By-Laws shall be accompanied by a brief written statement as to the purpose of such proposed constitutional or by-law change. This Resolution shall apply to all such legislative changes proposed at the 1982 Annual Communication and thereafter.

The Committee finds that the proposed standing resolution is not in proper form, since it seeks to alter both a section of the Constitution and of the By-Laws. We have, therefore, submitted a substitute which I will read as follows: Be It Resolved, That Article V, Section 2 of the Constitution be amended follows:

read as

ARTICl.E v. POWERS OF GRAND LODGE Section 2. ALTERATION OF CONSTITUTION - HOW CONSUMMATED. This Constitution shall not be altered, amended or repealed, except in the manner following: The proposition to alter, amend, or repeal this Constitution shall be made in writing, accompanied by a brief written statement as to the purpose thereof, during the regular Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge and shall be read aloud by the Grand Secretary. Said proposition shall be referred to the Committee on Jurisprudence which shall make any change in form which it deems appropriate. Said proposition shall thereupon be printed in the PROCEEDIM;S of the Grand Lodge and referred to the several subordinate lodges under the jurisdiction of this Grand Lodge. The alteration, amendment, or the proposition to repeal, so referred, shall be read in each subordinate lodge by the Worshipful Master thereof, in open lodge at three several stated meetings of the lodge; and upon the third reading thereof the Worshipful Master shall put the question distinctly to each member in the following form: "Shall the entire amendment of the Constitution, as read, pass?" And each member shall answer aye or no; and the Secretary of each lodge shall carefully record an explicit account of all proceedings had respecting said proposition to amend, and transmit to the Grand Lodge, at its first regular Annual Communication thereafter, a duly certified copy thereof, signed by the Worshipful Master, and attested by himself under the seal of his lodge. If it shall appear from such proceedings that a majority of all the lodges voting thereon have concurred in the proposition to alter, amend, or repeal the Constitution as the same was referred to them, then the question shall again be put to the Grand Lodge; and if a majority of all the votes present be cast in favor of the proposition to amend, alter, or repeal, the same shall be and become a part of this Constitution, and not otherwise. Respectfully submitted, WAl.TER L. WALKER, WARRE:-; R. MAICIIEL, HERBERT C. HOFB1A:-;, CHARI.FS E. BECRAFT.

M.W. GRAJ\;D MASTER HILL: Brethren, this is a matter to be held over for action next year. Therefore, its having been presented by the Committee at this time, it will now be handed to the Grand Secretary who will follow the statutory procedure for the consummation of an amendment of the Constitution. The Committee on Jurisprudence has also prepared a second resolution in line with the proposed Amendment of the Constitution. Be It Resolved, That the second sentence of Section 35.0 IO be amended to read as follows: The new section must be proposed in writing, accompanied by a brief written

154

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

statement as to the purpose thereof, read, referred to the Committee on J urisprudence, read on another day, and adopted by a two-thirds vote. Respectfully submitted, WALTER L. WALKER, WARRE:-; R. MAICHEL, CHARLES E. BECRAFT, HERBERT C. HOFF~AN. The proposed Amendment of Section 35.010 of the By-Laws of the Grand Lodge will lie over for action at the next Annual Communication. In order to complete the changes sought by the proposed standing resolution, the Committee on Jurisprudence proposes a second change of the By-Laws. Be It Resolved, That Section 35.020 of the By-Laws be amended to read as follows: Section 35.020. CHANGE OR REPEAL. An amendment or repeal of any section of these By-Laws must be proposed in writing, accompanied by a brief written statement as to the purpose thereof, at an Annual Communication, read, referred to the Committee on Jurisprudence, published in the PROCEEDIt\;GS, lie over until the next Annual Communication, then reported on by the Committee on Jurisprudence, and adopted by majority vote. Respectfully submitted, WALTER L. WALKER, WARRE:-; R. MAICHEL, HERBERT C. HOFFMA:-;, CHARLES E. BECRAFT.

The proposed Amendment of Section 35.020 of the By-Laws of the Grand Lodge will lie over for action at the next Annual Communication. The Jurisprudence Committee further proposes a Resolution for the amendment of Section 3.110 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws. Be It Resolved, That Section 3.1 10 of the By-Laws of the Grand Lodge be amended to read as follows: Section 3.110. DISASTER RELIEF. Grand Lodge funds may be expended for relief from floods, tornadoes, enemy attack, and similar disasters on order of the Grand Master, with the consent of the Deputy Grand Master, the Senior Grand Warden, and the Junior Grand Warden, or any two of them. Respectfully submitted, WALTER L. WALKER, WARRF.:'Ii R. MAICHEL, CHARLES E. BECRAFT, HERBERT C. HOFF~A:-;.

The proposed Amendment of Section 3.1 10 of the By-Laws of the Grand Lodge will lie over for action at the next Annual Communication. cot\;STrn;TIO:-;AL AMEt\;DMENTS A constitutional amendment of Article II, Section 2 of the Constitution, was submitted at the 160th Annual Communication to lie dver for action at this Communication. The resolution is as follows: Resolved, That Section 2 of Article I I of the Constitution be amended by the addition of the following paragraph: In the event that the Worshipful Master, Senior Warden and Junior Warden are unable to attend a communication of the Grand Lodge, any Past Master of that lodge in attendance will qualify that lodge for attendance credit only. If a subordinate lodge would have no other representation one Master Mason from that lodge may be appointed by the lodge. This representative, so appointed, must present a legal proxy to the Committee on Credentials.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

155

A majority of the subordinate lodges have voted to place this proposed amendment upon the agenda for a vote of the Grand Lodge at this communication. The Jurisprudence Committee is unanimously of the opinion that the proposed amendment has no place in the Grand Lodge Constitution which is and should be a concise, brief statement of broad fundamental principles. The Committee firmly believes the amendment should be defeated and the proposal, with clarifying language can and should be presented at this communication as an amendment to existing by-law provisions which will not be required to layover for one year. It can be passed now. Therefore, the Jurisprudence Committee now offers the following resolution: Be It Resolved, That the proposed amendment to Article II, Section 2, of the Constitution be rejected and that Section 7.230(c) of the Grand Lodge By-Laws be amended to read as follows: (c) If at two consecutive annual communications of the Grand Lodge, held after 1979, any chartered lodge under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge shall not (i) be represented by anyone of its Worshipful Masters or its Wardens, or their legally appointed proxies, or (ii) have in attendance a Master Mason who is a member of the lodge appointed by action of the lodge to attend and who shall have exhibited satisfactory evidence of such appointment to the Committee on Credentials, or (iii) have in attendance a Past Master who is a member of the lodge (all as determined on the basis of the records of the Committee on Credentials) the functions of the lodge are suspended.

Brethren, in explanation of why we have proposed thisas a By-Law amendment: If the amending resolution which we propose is not enacted and if the Grand Lodge insists upon adopting the original proposal as submitted - as a Constitutional Amendmentyou would have serious problems for the Grand Lodge and the constituent lodges to cope with. Briefly, some of these which are now apparent are: Section 2 of ARTICLE II of the Constitution now provides that when the Worshipful Master or the Wardens shall be unable to attend the communication, they, or either of them. may depute in writing any member of their own lodge who is of equal or superior rank to themselves as a proxy who shall be entitled to the same privileges and perform the same duties of the officer deputing him. But the proposed amendment says nothing about what the proxy may do if he is only a Master Mason. After he presents the proxy to the Committee on Credentials, what power does he have? If the Master Mason hasjust completed his proficiency, will he have the knowledge required to act as a lodge representative on all matters? And the Master Mason appointed as a proxy would have no voting rights because he would not qualify as a member of the Grand Lodge under ARTICLE II, Section 1 of the Constitution. Then there are problems with reference to credentials. The Committee on Credentials has no guidelines to determine how a Master Mason as a proxy should be handled in the records of the Committee. He cannot represent the Master or either ofthe Wardens as he is not of equal or superior rank. Then there are questions as to mileage and per diem. There are no provisions here qualifying Master Masons for mileage and per diem. Is it intended that he qualify because he is deputed to represent a lodge? This becomes a decision that the Committee may be unable to make. Some of the proponents of the proposed amendment say, I am informed, that the Master Mason was not intended to receive Mileage and Per Diem. The effect upon the Past Master by repealing the existing section is such that it will wipe out the provisions now in ARTICLE II, Section 2, providing that a Past Master deputed as a proxy shall be entitled to the same privileges and perform the same duties as him or them deputing him. The Jurisprudence Committee is convinced that the purpose of the proposal is to permit a Master Mason of the lodge in question to be its representative for the purpose only of being counted at the Communication in question, so that the lodge may avoid having its function suspended. Let us clearly understand that we must distinguish between

156

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

a suspension of functions and a revocation of Lodge Charter. We have here an administrative matter which is covered in two decisions made by the Grand Master this year, in which he has bent over backwards to restore functions of two lodges who presented an explanation which he considered "good cause." Brethren, these administrative matters should be in the By-Laws, not in the Constitution which should not be cluttered with details of this character. If, however, the Grand Lodge rejects this By-Law resolution, we then would ask that you retain the existing section; and we have a proposal in the form of a resolution to correct the amendment if it is your belief and you take the position that it should be a part of the Constitution, with which we very definitely are opposed.

M.W. Grand Master, I move the adoption of the Substitute Resolution prepared by the Jurisprudence Committee to amend Section 7.230(c) of the Grand Lodge By-Laws. The motion was seconded. The Grand Master called for discussion. At the request of a member of the Grand Lodge, the Chairman of the Committee on Jurisprudence presented a second reading of the proposed amendment of Section 7.230(c) of the Grand Lodge By-Laws. DISCUSSION OF BRO. PAUL HUDDLE, KOSHKONONG LODGE NO. 582 REMARKS OF M.W. GRAND MASTER HILL

M.W. BROTHER HILL: Let's be sure, Brethren, that we understand the mechanics of what is before you. The motion of the Committee is to reject the present measure which is before you - they move that the Constitutional Amendment be rejected because they do not feel it would be appropriate to have it in the Constitution as distinguished from having it in the By-Laws. The second step for you to consider would be to adopt the proposed amendment which they have drafted. The effect of the amendment would be to enable a Master Mason to come to Grand Lodge and be the representative to prevent a suspension of the functions, if he comes with proper authority - by action of the lodge. DISCUSSION OF WOR. BRO. KENNETH TEBBE, PROGRESS LODGE NO. 657 DISCUSSION OF BRO. DAN FLESCHNER, MECHANICSVILLE LODGE NO. 260 REMARKS OF M.W. GRAND MASTER HILL

M.W. BROTHER HILL: The Grand Master understands that if a Master Mason is given authority by action of the lodge to come to Grand Lodge as representative it is for the sole purpose of sustaining representation of that lodge at the Annual Communication, thereby preventing the suspension of its functions. He would not be entitled to mileage and per diem. He would not have franchise with the right to vote, nor to debate, or all the other rights coming to a delegate. DISCUSSION OF R.W. BRO. EARL BOWMAN, GATE CITY LODGE NO. 522 REMARKS OF M.W. GRAND MASTER HILL

M.W. BROTHER HILL: Brethren, the chair rules at this point that as the motion was presented - one motion - to reject the Constitutional proposal and to adopt the proposal to amend Section 7.230(c). If that should be a divided question, the chair will need a motion to that effect. Brethren, that is the way the chair views it; but I see that there is disagree-

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

157

ment. I don't want to present a measure before this body that would block you in. I believe it would be the prerogative of the chair, on second thought, to divide the question so that we will have a clear vote on this. By that it means that we be voting strictly on the rejection of the proposed Constitutional Amendment. Then we will take up the proposal for the amendment of the By-Laws. WITHDRAWAL OF MOTION

R.W. Brother Hoffman withdrew the motion to adopt the proposed amendment of Section 7.230(c) of the By-Laws. He moved that first there be a vote on the rejection of the Constitutional Amendment and that there be a second vote on the amendment of the By-Laws. VOTE ON MOTION TO REJECT THE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT

The Grand Master called for the vote. The Grand Lodge approved the motion to reject the Constitutional Amendment. The amendment of Section 2 of ARTICLE II of the Constitution was REJECTED. VOTE ON AMENDMENT OF SECTION 7.230(c) OF THE BY-LAWS

R.W. Brother Hoffman moved the adoption of the substitute resolution amending Section 7.230(c) of the Grand Lodge By-Laws. The motion was seconded. The vote by voice being indecisive, the Grand Master called for a standing vote. The chair ruled that the majority stood in favor of the motion. The Amendment of Section 7.230(c) of the Grand Lodge By-Laws was ADOPTED. BY-LAW AMENDMENTS I. Proposal to amend Article II, Section 2.050, Grand Lecturer, of the By-Laws of the Grand Lodge of Missouri, by the addition of paragraph (e) to read as follows:

Resolved, That Article II, Section 2.050 of the By-Laws of the Grand Lodge of Missouri shall be amended by the addition of Subsection (e): (The Grand Lecturer), acting under the supervision of the Committee on Ritual, shall be responsible for reducing one copy of Missouri Ritual to writing, except the passwords. The copy shall be securely deposited in the Grand Lodge headquarters building in Columbia, Missouri, in such a fashion that three people - the Grand Master, the Deputy Grand Master, and the Grand Lecturer - shall be present to remove the copy. This Resolution was presented at the 160th Annual Communication in September, 1981, to lie over for action at this, the 161st Annual Communication and it is proper to be submitted to the vote of the Grand Lodge at this time. The Jurisprudence Committee makes no recommendation for or against adoption of the Resolution. For the purposes of bringing it up for a vote, I move the adoption of the Resolution.

The motion was seconded. The Grand Master called for discussion. DISCUSSION OF M.W. PAST GRAND MASTER

J. EDWARD BLINN

M.W. Brother Blinn, having proposed the change last year, spoke in favor of the addition of the new paragraph to Section 2.050. THE GRAND LECTURER. He made the point that no man or body of men shall make changes in the body of Masonry except in Grand Lodge assembled. The Grand Lodge has the right and the privilege of enacting the legislation for reducing one copy of the Missouri Ritual to writing. He further pointed out that the possibility of a code book in the future would be for the determination of brethren in Grand Lodge

158

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

assembled. For the benefit of generations of Missouri Masons yet to come, he urged the delegates to vote in favor of the proposed amendment of Section 2.050. DISCUSSION OF R.W. BRO. CHARLES M. BENEDICT, WELLSTON LODGE NO. 613

R.W. Brother Benedict spoke in opposition to the writing of the Ritual. He raised questions as to the amount of the Ritual that would be reduced to writing: movements, wording, lectures, etc. He expressed his preference for the Ritual in code, and available through the Grand Lodge Office. He stated his opposition to putting the Ritual in writing period. DISCUSSION OF R.W. BRO. DALE A. LUDWIG, ALGABIL LODGE NO. 544

R.W. Brother Ludwig spoke in opposition to the writing of the Ritual. He expressed the opinion that much would be taken away from the Ritual if it were written down, rather than passed on by word of mouth. As a member of the Grand Lodge Committee on Ritual, he emphasized the duties and responsibilities of the Committee to maintain the Ritual as it is. He further commented on the complications that could devolve if a code book were to be approved at any future time. He urged the defeat of the proposed amendment of Section 2.050. DISCUSSION OF R.W. BRO. CARL HERBERT, MAPLEWOOD LODGE NO. 566

R. W. Brother Herbert spoke in opposition by saying: I will not write or print. DISCUSSION OF WOR. BRO. JOHN T. FINLEY, KIRKWOOD LODGE NO. 484

Wor. Brother Finley spoke in opposition by quoting from the obligation of the Entered Apprentice Degree. He commented on his experiences in lodges of other Grand Jurisdictions that have permitted code books of printed ritual. DISCUSSION OF WOR. BRO. JAMES D. DONALDSON, OVERLAND LODGE NO. 623

Wor. Brother Donaldson spoke in opposition to the proposed change on the basis of the violation of the first obligation. DISCUSSION OF M.W. PAST GRAND MASTER WALTER L. WALKER

M.W. Brother Walker called attention to a couple of things relative to the Ritual in writing. First: The written Ritual would not be given out to anybody. The proposal for reducing the Ritual to writing was made to prevent a tragedy or a catastrophe. The writing of the Ritual is to be done under the supervision of the members of the Committee on Ritual; the Committee is essential in the operations of the Grand Lodge. The Grand Lodge and the Grand Lecturer, under the supervision of the Ritual Committee, would be preserving the Ritual and locking it away so路that it could not be removed and looked at unless we were faced with some type of disaster or serious question among the members ofthe Ritual Committee as to what should be done. The proposition was not presented as a prelude to a code book. The proposed amendment is for the preservation of the lifeblood of our Fraternity. That is what it is presented for;

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

159

that is all it is presented for. He urged serious thought before turning down the proposed amendment of Section 2.050. DISCUSSION OF BRO. DAVID RICHARDSON, BERMING LODGE NO. 150

Brother Richardson spoke in favor of the proposed Ritual in writing. DISCUSSION OF R.W. GRAND LECTURER EMERITUS FREELON K. HADLEY

RW. Brother Hadley stated that had the matter of the Ritual in writing been proposed while he was serving the Grand Lodge in the office of Grand Lecturer he would have been the first to hit the floor in opposition. From the point of view on the other side of the floor, he now sees the proposal as a record of the exact words and movements: every word and every movement, with the exception of the passwords. He expressed the opinion that there are perhaps no more than three Master Masons who could prepare the Ritual in writing, which must have the approval ofthe Ritual Committee and brought up for the action of the Grand Lodge. Without a permanent record in writing, available as a source of reference, changes in Ritual could develop. RW. Brother Hadley favored the adoption of the proposed amendment of Section 2.050. DISCUSSION OF WOR. BRO. DON FLANDERS, IVANHOE LODGE NO. 446

Wor. Brother Flanders spoke in favor of the proposition. He reiterated experiences at sessions of Lodge of Instruction when there were questions and discussion of what was right and what was not right. He stated his opinion that it is imperative to have a true and accurate record kept as an available source of reference for answers to questions relative to the ritual work of officers of Missouri Lodges. DISCUSSION OF WOR. BRO. LEROY T. SOPERLA, VINCIL LODGE NO. 62

Wor. Brother Soperla urged the Grand Lodge to reflect well on the situation and to make a unanimous vote for the chair. M.W. Grand Master Hill asked the Chairman of the committee on Jurisprudence to read the proposal for the amendment of Section 2.050 of ARTICLE II of the Grand Lodge By-Laws one more time. RW. Brother Hoffman read the resolution in full. REMARKS OF R.W. DEPUTY GRAND MASTER EARL K. DILLE

R.W. Brother Dille reported to the Grand Lodge assembled that the Grand Lodge Officers of the Advancing Line unanimously opposed the publishing of the Ritual at the last two meetings. M.W. Grand Master Hill called for the vote by voice. The chair ruled that the matter was defeated. The Amendment of Section 2.050 was NOT ADOPTED. II. A resolution to repeal Section 25.140 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws and to substitute in lieu thereof a new Section 25.140 to read as follows: Section 25.140. PUBLIC PROCESSIONS AND EVENTS. A lodge may participate in public processions and other public events if such participation cannot be reasonably expected to tend to impair the good name of the Masonic institution, or its usefulness, cause scandal, degrade it in public estimation or otherwise violate the principles, obligations or teachings of the Fraternity. Any usage or display of aprons, jewels or rods during any such public appearance shall be limited

160

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

to such an extent as not to reveal any ritualistic information which may not otherwise be lawfully known to the profane.

This Resolution was presented at the 160th Annual Communication and has been laid over for one year. It is proper for it to be submitted to a vote of the Grand Lodge at this Communication. The Jurisprudence Committee makes no recommendation for or against the adoption of the resolution. For the purpose of submitting it for a vote of the Grand Lodge, I move the adoption of the Resolution.

The motion was seconded. By vote of the Grand Lodge the new Section 25.140 was ADOPTED. III. A Resolution regarding Multiple or Plural Membership, providing that, effective January, 1983, Secti<)ns 16.110 and 11.050 of the Grand- Lodge By-Laws shall be amended to provide additional By-Laws to be known as Sections 16.120, 16.130, 16.140, 16.150, 16.160, 16.170, 16.180 and 16.190 shall be adopted. This Resolution consisting of eight (8) pages, has been carefully drafted and redrafted by the Committee on Jurisdiction. R.W. Bro. Vern H. Schneider, Chairman of that Committee, reported yesterday afternoon on this Resolution. It has been heretofore published. I will now read the resolution. The resolution has now been read. The Resolution should be considered and voted upon at this Communication. It has been considered carefully by the Jurisprudence Committee who recommended its adoption. I move the adoption of the resolution.

The motion was seconded. The Grand Master called for discussion. The question was called for. By the vote of the Grand Lodge, The BY-LAWS FOR MULTIPLE or PLURAL MEMBERSHIP were ADOPTED. TIPLE

~ft..:L

~fDfBERSHlP

ARTICLE II. FOR M A.TION OF NEW LODGES Section 11.050. MEMBERSHIP OF PETITIONERS. On institution of the lodge under dispensation, all the petitioners become members of that lodge, and cease to be members of their former lodges. The Grand Secretary notifies the lodges which have issued current certificates of good standing to any of the petitioners that their former memberships have teminated, as of the date of institution of the new lodge. Nothing herein shall prevent such a member from applying to his former lodge for multiple membership pursuant to the provisions of Section 16.110 of these By-Laws. ARTICLE 16. AFFILIATION Section 16.110. MULTIPLE MEMBERSHIP. A Master Mason whose residence would otherwise satisfy the requirements under these By-Laws with respect to petitions for affiliation and who is a member in good standing of either a Missouri lodge or a lodge in another GrandJurisdiction which is in fraternal relationship with the Grand Lodge and does not prohibit multiple membership as herein contemplated may petition for and hold memberships in one or more additional Missouri lodges or in one or more additional lodges located in another Grand Jurisdiction. No multiple membership fee may be charged by any Missouri Lodge as a condition to the filing of any such petition. However, if authorized by the Grand Lodge, a fee may be charged for the use and benefit of the Masonic Home of Missouri upon the filing of a petition for multiple membership by a petitioner who is not then a member of a Missouri lodge. A two-thirds favorable vote, by paper ballot, is required for election to multiple membership in a lodge of this Grand Jurisdiction. Section 16.120. DEFINITIONS AND CONDITIONS AS TO MULTIPLE MEMBERSHIP. (a) A multiple member's oldest membership shall be designated as his "original membership." The term "multiple membership" shall be deemed to include both dual

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

161

and plural membership and shall be construed to include lawful affiliation with any additional lodges of Missouri or any other Grand Jurisdiction which is in fratenal relationship with this Grand Lodge. (b) In addition to satisfying all other requirements set forth in these By-Laws a member in good standing of a Missouri lodge may petition for multiple membership in a lodge of another Grand Jurisdiction or a member of a lodge of another Grand Jurisdiction may petition for multiple membership in a Missouri lodge only if all the following conditions are satisfied: (1) The election of the petitioner to such multiple membership would not violate the laws of such other Grand Jurisdiction; (2) The other Grand Lodge will furnish a certificate of good standing for multiple membership or its equivalent if a member of that Grand Jurisdiction petitions for multiple membership in a Missouri lodge and, if he is elected, such other Grand Lodge will promptly notify this Grand Lodge of any subsequent termination of his membership; (3) The other Grand Lodge will promptly notify this Grand Lodge when a member of a Missouri lodge is elected to multiple membership in a lodge in that Grand Jurisdiction or in the event his membership therein shall be terminated; (4) The other Grand Lodge will recognize the suspension or expulsion by a Missouri lodge of a Mason holding multiple membership in a lodge of that Grand Jurisdiction. Section 16.130. PETITION FOR MULTIPLE MEMBERSHIP. (a) A petition for affiliation with a Missouri lodge as a multiple member must be made on such official form as shall be approved by the Grand Secretary and the petition shall be accompanied by a Certificate of Good Standing for multiple membership issued by the Missouri lodge(s) of which the petitioner shall then be a member or by valid evidence of Masonic status (by certificate, letter or statement) issued by the lodge(s) of any other Grand Jurisdiction whose laws permit its members to hold multiple memberships. (b) A petition for multiple membership in a subordinate lodge of Missouri must include the full name, the age, the residence address and the period of residence thereat, the occupation, the name of his employer and period of employment, the business address, and such other lawful information about the petitioner as may be required from time to time, and the name, number and location (city and state) of the petitioner's lodge(s) of "original membership" and "multiple membership." The petition must be signed by the petitioner and must be recommended by two Master Masons of the lodge in which he seeks multiple membership. (c) A petitioner for multiple membership in a subordinate lodge of Missouri must execute an Application for Certificate of Good Standing for Multiple Membership, using the official and approved form. The Application(s) for Certificate of Good Standing for multiple membership will be forwarded by the Secretary of the lodge in which multiple membership is being sought to the Grand Secretary of Missouri for transmittal to the appropriate lodge(s) located in this State, or to the lodge(s) of any other Grand J urisdiction(s) through the offices of the respective Grand Secretaries. If granted, the Certificate(s) of Good Standing for Multiple Membership must be sent to the office of the Grand Secretary for transmittal to the subordinate lodge to which the petition is to be submitted. (d) When a Master Mason whose dues are fully paid and who is not under charges nor indebted in an official capacity to his lodge applies in proper form for a Certificate of Good Standing for Multiple Membership, his application shall be granted promptly and the fact entered in the records of the lodge and in the minutes of the communication. The Certificate of Good Standing for Multiple ~embership shall include: (1) All the facts of Masonic History of the brother as written into the books and records of the lodge; (2) Whether or not he has proved his proficiency in the Master Mason Degree;

162

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

(3) The date to which the dues are FULLY PAID. The Lodge Secretary cannot issue the Certificate of Good Standing until it has been duly authorized by the action of the lodge. The certificate is to be sent to the Grand Secretary for certification and transmittal. (e) Upon the election of a multiple member the Secretary of the lodge of multiple membership shall promptly notify the Grand Secretary, who shall inform every other lodge in which a multiple member holds membership. Section 16.140. RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES. A multiple member shall pay all dues required by each lodge wherever membership is held and shall have all the rights and privileges of membership in each such lodge, except that (1) he may not hold office as a Master or Warden in more than one Missouri lodge at the same time; (2) only the lodge of his "original membership" may exempt him from the payment of annual dues on the basis of his being a 50-year Master Mason and claim the exemption in the payment of Grand Lodge dues; (3) only the lodge of his "original membership" may remit the payment of annual dues on the basis of his inability to pay and claim the remittance in the payment of Grand Lodge dues; (4) only through the lodge of his "original membership" may he, his wife, his widow or child apply for admission to the Masonic Home of Missouri or request relief and assistance from the Grand Lodge Committee on Relief and Charity. Section 16.150. SUSPENSION OR EXPULSION OF MULTIPLE MEMBER. Suspension for nonpayment of dues or for failure to prove proficiency in the Master Mason Degree or suspension or expulsion of a multiple member for unmasonic conduct shall thereby terminate his membership in all lodges in the GrandJurisdiction of Missouri. The Secretary of any Missouri lodge suspending or expelling such multiple member shall immediately notify the Grand Secretary, who will inform every other Missouri lodge in which the multiple member shall have held membership at the time of such suspension or expulsion; and the Grand Secretary shall also notify the Grand Secretary of every other Grand Jurisdiction in which such member shall then have held membership in a subordinate lodge. Like notice shall be given in case of reinstatement, which shall immediately and automatically restore him to membership in good standing in every other lodge in this Jurisdiction of which he was a member, subject, however, to any other provisions of these By-Laws pertaining to the payment of dues and application for reinstatement if the suspension shall have been of such duration as to necessitate the filing of a petition for reinstatement. The Grand Secretary is to provide the information of reinstatement to ALL lodges involved. Section 16.160. WITHDRAWAL OF MULTIPLE MEMBERSHIP. A multiple member of a Missouri lodge may withdraw his affiliation as a multiple member by application in writing or in person for a Certificate of Withdrawal at a stated communication of the lodge from which multiple membership is to be withdrawn. If the member has fully paid the annual dues for the current year, and is not under charges not indebted in an official capacity, the lodge shall issue the official and approved Certificate of Withdrawal of Multiple Membership. The brother shall not be entitled to a Certificate of Dimission, except from the lodge of "original membership." Upon the issuance of a Certificate of Withdrawal, the member shall not be entitled to any reimbursement on the unearned portion of the annual dues. The withdrawal of multiple membership from one or more lodges of Missouri shall have no bearing on the standing of the Master Mason in the lodge of his "original membership" or in other lodges in which he has established "multiple membership." The Certificate of Withdrawal of Multiple Membership shall not be evidence of Masonic standing for the purpose of applying for or obtaining membership by affiliation in another lodge. The lodge issuing the Certificate of Withdrawal shall promptly notify the Grand Secretary of such action. Section 16.170. DIMIT BY MULTIPLE MEMBER. A Master Mason who holds multiple membership and whose lodge of "original membership" is under the Grand Lodge of Missouri may terminate his affiliation with his lodge of "original mem-

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

163

bership" by dimission and still retain his membership in the other lodges. In order to effect such termination of "original membership" he shall apply in writing to his lodge of "original membership" for the Certificate of Dimission; the application shall contain the information of the name, number, location (city and state) of the lodge which he desires to be regarded henceforth as the lodge of his "original membership." The dimit, if granted, shall be mailed to the Grand Secretary of Missouri for certification and transmittal to the lodge in which the member will retain his "original" membership. The dimit issued by the lodge of "original membership" shall not be given to the brother. Any request for a Certificate of Dimission under this Section shall be subject to objection and the preference of charges as authorized in Section 20.0 I O. Section 16.180. MULTIPLE MEMBERSHIP- DUTIES OF LODGE SECRETARIES AND OF GRAND SECRETARY. (a) The Secretary of each lodge of Missouri shall: (1) Forward to the Grand Secretary the personal application for Certificate of Good Standing for Multiple Membership: (2) Forward to the Grand Secretary the Certificate of Good Standing for Multiple Membership; (3) Notify the Grand Secretary upon the election of a multiple member or the formation of a new lodge containing one or more multiple members; (4) Notify the Grand Secretary of the suspension for nonpayment of dues or otherwise, or the expulsion of a multiple member; (5) Notify the Grand Secretary of the reinstatement to good standing of a multiple member; (6) Notify the Grand Secretary of the issuance of the Certificate of Withd~awal of Multiple Membership; (7) Forward the Certificate of Dimission from lodge of "original membership" to the Grand Secretary for certification and transmittal; (8) Submit the Report of Multiple Members as ofJune 30 of each and every year with the ANNUAL RETURN. (b) The Grand Secretary of Missouri shall: (1) Forward the personal Application for Certificate of Good Standing for Multiple Membership to the lodges of thisjurisdiction and/or of otherjurisdictions for the attention and action of the members, respectively; (2) Receive and transmit the Certificate of Good Standing for Multiple Membership which shall accompany the Petition for Multiple Membership; (3) Notify the other lodges involved of the election of a multiple member, or the formation of a new lodge containing one or more multiple members; (4) Notify the other lodges involved of the suspension for nonpayment of dues or otherwise, or the expulsion of a multiple member; (5) Notify the other lodges involved that a multiple member has regained good standing after suspension; (6) Forward the Certificate of Dimission from lodge of "original membership" to the lodge to be regarded by the member as the lodge of "original membership." Section 16.190. LODGE OF RESEARCH. Membership in a lodge of research or similar lodge is not considered multiple membership. DECISIO:-';S

A question was presented to the Grand Master concerning the interpretation of the Standing Resolution under the facts as follows: If a District Deputy Grand Master requested permission to have personal cards printed and distributed showing his name, his Grand Lodge office without designating his district, the year and Grand Lodge seal in combination with the DeMolay emblem and his full title as an area governor, MissouriJurisdiction, Order of DeMolay, would permission be granted or would there be any violation of Grand Lodge Laws or Standing Resolutions?

164

PROCEEDII"'GS OF THE

1982

The Grand Master ruled as follows: Permission must be denied as in violation of the Standing Resolutions. He referred to Grand Lodge By-Laws, 1977 Edition, p. lIS, entitled, "Support of Extraneous

Organizations" and to Grand Lodge, 1977 Proceedings, p. 141, entitled, "DeMolay, Job's Daughters, Rainbow Girls." Such organizations may be "sponsored" but there must be no impression created that they are a part of the Masonic Lodge and confusion may be created by use of the Grand Lodge seal and the DeMolay emblem. We have reviewed this decision which is based upon a consistent policy of the Grand Lodge and it is approved. A question was submitted to the Grand Master from Tuscan Lodge No. 360 as follows: Is the election of a candidate for the degrees void under the Section 13.120 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws where more than one year has elapsed after he was elected? The Grand Master held the election to receive the degrees was not void in view of the following: i. The candidate was elected to receive the degrees on February II, 19S0 while a student at the University of Missouri at Columbia, after all proper procedures were followed and a full and favorable report by the investigating committee. The lodge Secretary left the St. Louis area on June 17, 1980 for the summer months. Efforts by the Acting Secretary to reach him were unsuccessful because he had moved to Kansas City and his parents were on an extended trip. ii. The Grand Master ruled that his election was not void and the candidate need not re-petition for the degrees because Tuscan Lodge No. 360 failed to give the candidate, William Richard Irwin, notice of his election and his failure to receive the degrees for more than one year was not through any fault on his part. iii. Since no degrees had been irregularly or unlawfully conferred, and the candidate was not at fault, it is not proper to issue a healing order under Section 13.140 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws of 1955, amended 1966-149, and under Sections 13.120 and 2.0 10(k) of the Grand Lodge By-Laws, the Grand Master has authority to extend the time in which a candidate may receive the degrees where he has failed to present himself within one year through no fault of the candidate. This decision is approved. Two questions were presented to the Grand Master by Lamar Lodge No. 292 as follows: i. Where a lodge is untiled during a vote upon a petition for the degrees is there good cause for the Grand Master to grant a dispensation under Section 14.100 ofthe Grand Lodge By-Laws to authorize another ballot at a stated communication at a time to be designated by the Grand Master subject to notice provisions therefor? ii. Where a brother and member of the lodge, who has been judicially declared mentally incompetent and certified as unqualified to vote in any public election seeks to object to the ballot or seeks to cast a ballot, may the Worshipful Master deprive him of the right to object or cast a ballot? The Grand Master's decision was as follows: i. Within the meaning of "good cause" as that term is used in Section 14.100 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws, good cause does exist for the Grand Master to issue a dispensation to Lamar Lodge No. 292 for another ballot on the petition for the degrees of Thomas J. Richards. ii. Yes, where any brother and member of the lodge, who is unqualified to vote, seeks to cast a ballot, or object to a ballot, the Worshipful Master may deny him the right to vote, for, in order for the Master of a lodge to conduct its business in a lawful manner, he has the power to declare a brother, who has been legally declared incompetent by a court of law, as unqualified to ballot on the petition for the degrees.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

165

iii. The participation of a legally declared mentally incompetent brother in the ballot on a petition for the degrees casts a cloud over the integrity and fairness of the ballot and is good cause for another ballot to preserve the honor of both the petitioner and the lodge. iv. While this appears to be a case of first impression, not covered by any specific by-law, the Grand Lodge By-Laws, Section 14.020, requires that all "qualified members" of the lodge must vote and Section 17.0 I 0 provides that objections to petitions for the degrees may be made by a member "entitled to vote." This decision is approved. The following question was put to the Grand Master by Overland Lodge No. 623: Maya lodge amend its by-laws to change the date of election which would have the effect of shortening the term of the officers in office at the time where all provisions of Section 7.050 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws for amendment of by-laws ofa lodge were followed and the lodge adopted a resolution changing the date of election? The Grand Master ruled that: Since the old lodge by-laws provided for election of officers at the first stated meeting in October each year and for installation of officers in November each year, the amendment changing installation from November to September would shorten the term of the present officers by two months. The Grand Master noted that five decisions annotated under Section 7.050 held that a lodge may amend its by-laws but not to shorten the term of the elected officers. The Grand Master ruled that these decisions were obviously founded on sound concepts, but overruled them in part but only as to Overland Lodge No. 623 on the ground that it would be unreasonable to apply them in the instant case; that lodges should be encouraged to have their lodge year coincide with the Grand Lodge year as it would benefit both. Although the Grand Master authorized Overland Lodge No. 623 to effect the change for the stated purpose, he concluded that, to avoid any future misunderstanding, the prior decisions are not overruled outright and any proposal in the future which would have the legal effect of shortening the term of officers requires aut.hority from the Grand Master. This decision is approved. The following question was put to the Grand Master by Owensville Lodge No. 624: Is it consistent with Grand Lodge policy and purposes for a constituent lodge to set up and administer a scholarship fund for members of a chapter of DeMolays, Job's Daughters and Rainbow Girls where the intent is not to use any money from dues paid to the lodge or from any of its other funds but to acquire funds from money-making projects conducted in the name of the constituent lodge which would be disbursed through a committee appointed each year by the Worshipful Master? The Grand Master rendered the following decision: The proposal is not consistent with the Standing Resolutions of the Grand Lodge. While the resolution entitled "DeMolay,Job's Daughters, and Rainbow Girls" (Grand Lodge By-Laws 1958, p. 118) authorizes and encourages constituent lodges to "sponsor" their chapters, the setting up and administration of such proposed scholarship would go beyond the limited intent and purpose expressed by the Standing Resolution. It would not constitute "sponsorship" of a chapter, as it would be merely the record allocation and a separate administration of lodge funds for the benefit, from time to time, of designated individuals belonging to membership in one of the youth groups. Standing Resolution (1951-122) entitled "Support of Extraneous Organizations," Constitution and By-Laws, 1958, p. 118, reaffirms the broad, general and long

166

1982

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

standing policy that the Grand Lodge refuses to designate any particular organization as one which Freemasons should support. The long-standing history of this policy is documented in part in Annotations under Miscellaneous Decisions, Constitution and By-Laws, 1958, p. 114. The only intent to modify the 1951 Standing Resolution is found in only two general areas, "youth" and "charity." The first modification was by adopting a Standing Resolution (1957-93) entitled "DeMolay," and was an expression of commendation and congratulation for the splendid work DeMolay is doing in building character and a wholesome attitude among young men that it serves. The Grand Master traced its modification and concluded that any modification of the long-standing fundamental policy expressed in the Standing Resolutions entitled "Support of Extraneous Organizations," p. 118, can and should only be done by the Grand Lodge. The decision of the Grand Master is approved, but the Committee points out that, if the matter had been presented and considered as a possible charitable contribution, the result might have been different. See Resolution 1972-123. Most Worshipful Grand Master, I move that the full report of the Jurisprudence Committee be adopted.

Respectfully submitted, Walter L. Walker, WARREN R. MAICHEL, CHARLES E. BECRAFT,

EMERY

HERBERT

MELTON

HOFFMAN,

Chairman.

R.W. Bro. Earl K. Dille, Deputy Grand Master, called for the second of the motion 路for the adoption of the full report of the Jurisprudence Committee. The motion was seconded. The full report of the Committee on Jurisprudence was ADOPTED by the vote of the Grand Lodge. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS

R.W. Bro. Walter H. Baird, Chairman, presented the report ofthe Committee on Ways and Means: The Budget for the year, October 15, 1982-0ctober 14, 1983. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: The Ways and Means Committee met on August 28 and again on September 26, 1982, and went over the expenditures in all funds as of those dates. They were in order and charged to the correct appropriation or fund. We have reviewed the disbursements for the present budget year and the accounts as of today, that have been exceeded are: Acct. Nos. 10 The Freemason Magazine 24 Conferences of District Deputy Grand Masters and Distric Deputy Grand Lecturers 45 Grand Master's Regalia 54 Committee on By-Laws

Prior approval for the excess expenditures was obtained as provided by the By-Laws. A review of the last budget year expenditures show they were handled properly and as provided by the By-Laws. The income sources available for the operation of the Grand Lodge are the per capita tax and income from investments. Revenue from those sources available for budgeting is approximately $560,000. The following budget is presented to cover the budget year from October 15, 1982 to October 14, 1983.

1982

167

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

BY DIRECT APPROPRIATlO:" OF GRAl'D LODGE Acct. Nos. 1. Salary - Grand Secretary " 2. Salary - Grand Lecturer ., " 3. Salary - Grand Treasurer 4. Retirement Expense .. , 5. Masonic Service Association Per Capita , 6. Masonic Service Association - Hospital Visitation Funds 7. Operating Expenses - Grand Lodge Office Building 8. 9. Committee on Recognition of Foreign Grand Lodges 10. The Freemason Magazine , ,,,, 11. Grand Lodge Office Building Fund ,

BY REQl:ISITIOl\; OF GRA:-.lD

. $ 22,000.00 18,800.00 . . 600.00 ,,,,, 14,000.00 2,450.00 . . 5,000.00 . 7,000.00 . . .

100.00 75,000.00 75,000.00

. . . . .

10,000.00 9,000.00 4,000 1,500.00 4,000.00

. . . , . ", ..

5,000 4,000.00 1,000.00 4,000.00 20,000.00

12,000.00

. . .

31,680.00 4,500.00 5,750.00

, . . , , .. , . . "",.

17,000.00 4,000.00 3,000.00 3,000.00 2,000.00 5,000.00 2,000.00 3,500.00 4,000.00

, .

2,400.00 *13,000,00

. ,

1,000.00 6,000.00

~tASTER

20. Expenses - Grand Master , , ,.,, 21. Expenses - Grand Lecturer .. , "."", 22. Expenses - Grand Lodge Officers and Committees .. , , 22A. Expenses - Special- Deputy Grand Master 23. Conferences of Grand Lodge Officers , 24. Conferences of District Deputy Grand Masters and District Deputy Grand Lecturers 25. Conferences of Grand Masters and Grand Secretaries 26. Auditing " 27. Grand Master's Contingent Fund 28. Expenses of Grand Lodge Session 29. 30. Regional Meetings of Lodge Officers (Area Meetings) BY REQUISITIO:-.l OF GRAJ',;n SECRETARY 40. 41. 42. 43.

Salaries - Grand Lodge Office Staff " " Employees' Tax Expenses ,,.,, Insurance " Operations of Grand Lodge Office: ,, a. Printing, Postage, Stationery b. Telephone and Telegraph ", c. Office Equipment , """ d. Office Supplies , e. Incidental Office Expenses ",." f. Grand Lodge Office Improvement "" g. Electrical Data Processing , """., 44. Incidental and Travel Expenses - Grand Secretary ,., 45. Grand Master's Regalia , " ", 46. 47. 48. Fifty-Year Veteran Buttons , ", 49. Printing PROCEEDI:"GS ,,

, .. ,

BY REQL'lSITIO:" OF CO\ntlTTEES 50. Committee on Correspondence 51. Committee on Masonic education

,, ,

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

* There is also an obligation of approximately $13,000 to pay for the 1979-80 PROCEEDI:-.lGS not yet disbursed, but approved in the 1980-81 Budget.

168

1982

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

52. Committee on Ritual 53. Committee on Relief and Charity 54. Committee on By-Laws 55. Committee on Mileage and Per Diem Total Allocation by Budget for Year 1982-83

500.00 15,000.00 2,750.00 90,000.00 $499,030.00

Respectfully submitted, W. MARIOI\: LUl':A, WILLIAM OWEI\:

CHAPMAI\:,

SLOAI\:,

WILLIAM

UTZ, JR.,

EDWIN B. BRZEZIl':SKI, WALTER

BAIRD,

Chairman.

R.W. Brother Baird moved the adoption of the report of the Committee on Ways and Means. The motion was seconded. The report - the Budget for the year October 15, 1982-0ctober 14, 1983 - was ADOPTED by the vote of the Grand Lodge. REMARKS OF R.W. BROTHER R. H. BOB WATERS, SENIOR GRAND WARDEN OF TEXAS

M.W. Grand Master Hill acknowledged the monetary gift of R.W. Brother Waters - two 50-dollar bills for the Grand Lodge Disaster Relief Fund. CONTRIBUTIONS FOR I CAN "S.O.W. A. S.E.E.D." CHARITY PROGRAM

M.W. Grand Master Hill announced that the donations of lodges for the establishment of the Grand Lodge Disaster Relief Fund that there were deposited in the huge "BLUE CAN" during the Monday afternoon session totaled in excess of $17,000. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON GRAND MASTER'S PARADE

Wor. Bro. Howard L. Adkins presented the Report of the Committee on Grand Master's Parade. To the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri: BRETHRE:-';: Thirteen long months ago, this Committee was charged with the responsibility of executing the first parade of the Grand Lodge of Missouri. At 10:00 a.m., on Saturday, September 25, 1982, on the streets of North Kansas City, Missouri, a dream became reality. Before a crowd the police estimated at more than 25,000 people, approximately, 3,500 members of the Masonic family became visible in the community. Although 22 units did not show for the parade after registering, 159 parade units passed in review in a total of one hour and 27 minutes - a record professional and experienced parade officials will have a difficult time matching. We were indeed fortunate to have had a first-class staff and an efficient organized plan. In cooperation with the Business and Professional Association (a division of the Chamber of Commerce) we worked with the North Kansas City Development Corporation to form an Industrial and Commercial Trade Fair and Exposition - 27,000 square feet of exhibit space was made available for display. Over 2,000 square feet, in a place of conspicuous prominence, was placed a Masonic Education Center. Invited to participate were ~he Masonic Education Committee of the Grand Lodge of Missouri, the Scottish Rite, the York Rite, and the Shrine. Only programs of Masonic charity could be discussed; and we are pleased to report that during the hours of8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. over 3,000 pieces of Masonic literature were distributed, hundreds of questions answered, and the application process was begun to assist several children in need of care. An interesting sidelight - while people were tearing down and moving out that evening

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

169

there was a lot of trash left in the building, close inspection revealed not one Masonic pamphlet was discarded. Our public relations efforts were aimed at not only promoting the parade but Masonry in general. Over 100 16-page press kits were prepared and distributed to all branches of the news media. Designed to promote not only the parade but items of interest about the Masonic family that would be usable for years to come as background material for anything from a cornerstone laying to almost any public activity of the Masonic family. Radio and television spot advertisements were obtained to promote the parade. We accepted 30 minutes of television local interview time on behalf of Freemasonry. Seven minutes were spent on parade, 23 on the Masonic family and their charity programs. We were allowed to supply the questions as well as the answers. So, for 30 minutes, Brethren, we talked Masonry. One of the realities of becoming an adult is learning that there is no such thing as a free lunch. Considerable expenditures were required: Such items as public liability insurance; rental of various equipment; a bill for printing, and postage of some size; professionally printed signs; long distance phone expense; and you may add to that the borrowing of an ambulance for six hours, one semi-tractor and trailer, numerous tables and chairs and 25 portable radio units operating from two fixed base stations - one operating on the Ham Radio Band, the other on commercial FM. It is our pleasure to report that all bills are paid in full. The total and complete cost to the Grand Lodge of Missouri is not even so much as one thin dime. The Grand Master's Parade is a gift from the men who loved this Fraternity enough to serve the Parade Committee. A gift that we might sow a seed that would grow and blossom, wherein we might see annually an expression of those things we have all vowed to do in the name of Freemasonry. This Committee recommends, in whatever form the resolutions may be acceptable the following:

I. That a Grand Lodge Parade Committee become a standing committee of the Grand Lodge of Missouri to provide a moving and inspiring public parade to precede each Grand Lodge Communication. 2. That a Masonic Relations Committee be formed to provide inspiration and leadership to work with and fosterjoint programs of the Grand Lodge of Missouri and all of the other appendant Bodies. This Committee does not seek nor desire your applause or homage. Our only reward lies in your future deeds. Let the word go forth from this place and at this hour that Freemasonry is alive, vibrant, and well. We can do that which we chose to do. The best and most fitting memorial to our efforts would be that your future actions are so overshadowing that we are entirely forgotten in the greatness of future programs. Like it or not you are now at a crossroad. We have shown the way. You may go on or you may go back; but you may never complacently remain idle and neutral again. This Committee calls you and this Grand Lodge to fulfill the greatness of its destiny. Will you heed the call or have we labored in vain? The choice is now in your hands. 1 feel very humble in being selected to speak for and report for this Committee, the finest group of men I have ever had the pleasure to work with, on what we believe is the finest project of Freemasonry in many decades. Most Worshipful Sir, your Grand Lodge Parade Committee moves that this report be received, accepted and printed in the PROCEEDI:-:GS.

Respectfully submitted, HOWARD L. ADKIl\:S, P.M., Grand Master's Parade Committee. The motion was seconded. The report of the Grand Lodge Parade Committee was received and accepted by the vote of the Grand Lodge.

170

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

RECOGNITION OF BRO. JACK A. FURLONG

M.W. Brother Hill presented and introduced Bro. Jack A. Furlong, Executive Secretary of the Scottish Bodies of the Valley of Kansas City. He informed the Grand Lodge that through the cooperation of Brother Furlong and the staff of the Scottish Rite Temple the accommodations for the Annual Communication were pleasant and comfortable for all of the delegates and guests. Grand Master Hill expressed his appreciation and that of the Grand Lodge to Brother Furlong, and through him to the members of the Kansas City Scottish Rite Bodies, for their efforts toward the success of the 1982 Grand Lodge Session. He asked the Grand Lodge to join in applause as an expression of thanks for a job well done. REMARKS OF n.LUSTRIOUS POTENTATE FRED M. HARLE, ARARAT SHRINE TEMPLE

CONTRmUTIONS FOR I CAN "T.O.P. M.A.G.I.C." CHARITY PROGRAM

M.W. Grand Master Hill reported that the contributions of Master Masons of Missouri Lodges for the benefit of the Masonic Home through the voluntary donation of at least $3.65 with the payment of Annual Dues exceeded $75,000. REMARKS OF M.W. BRO. WALTER L. WALKER

M.W. Brother Walker, representing the Past Grand Masters of Missouri, responded to the words of welcome of the Grand Master and to the applause of greeting of the brothers of the Grand Lodge at the time of their introduction in the opening session of the Annual Communication. He delighted the Grand Lodge with humorous comments, some of which were directed at the Grand Master and others among the Grand Lodge Officers, as well as at himself. He concluded his remarks by calling up the Grand Lodge to accord Most Worshipful Grand Master Hill the Grand Honors. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON CREDENTIALS

R.W. Bro. Ray Hilton, Chairman, presented the final report of the Committee on Credentials. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: BRETHRE:-;: Your Committee on Credentials submits the following report: At the present session of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, there are represented 484 subordinate lodges, and no lodge V.D., and there are present:

Grand Lodge Officers 23 15 Past Grand Masters and Past Grand Lodge Officers District Deputy Grand Masters 56 District Deputy Grand Lecturers 47 Past Masters 304 Worshipful Masters 433 Senior Wardens 210 Junior Wardens 156 C?a~rme~ and ~~mbers of Grand Lodge Committees 35 DlstmgUlshed VIsitors ---.1Q Total 1,299 1,299 Actual attendance without duplication 5 Assistant Grand Tilers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1982

171

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Lodges without representation Nonvoting Master Masons

Fraternally submitted, RAY HILTON, Chairman, CECIL O. BLAYLOCK, JOHN E. BRUEGGEMANl\',

53 104 DALE

LUDWIG,

REV. CHARLES MILLER.

R.W. Brother Hilton moved that the report of the Committee on Credentials be accepted, subject to correction. The motion was seconded; the report was accepted by the vote of the Grand Lodge. REPORT OF COMMlnEE ON ENTERTAINMENT OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS

R.W. Bro. D. Eugene Wisner, Chairman, presented the report of the Committee on Entertainment of Distinguished Guests. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. and A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: The Committee on entertainment of Distinguished Guests, along with our wives, have been privileged to assist our Grand Master, William]. Hill and his lovely lady, in extending the hospitality of the Grand Lodge to the distinguished visitors to this annual communication from sister jurisdictions, to the leaders of affiliated bodies and other guests. These distinguished visitors have all been officially greeted and recognized by one means or another by this Grand Lodge, therefore, we will not take the time to name them individually in this report. We sincerely hope, however, that in some small way we have made their visit to this Grand Lodge and the City of Kansas City an enjoyable one. The hotel accommodations were provided at the Sheraton-Royal Hotel. The Annual Reception and Grand Masters Banquet was held on Sunday evening, September 26, in the Royal Ballroom of the Sheraton-Royal Hotel. . The Grand Master hosted an Appreciation Breakfast for the District Deputy Grand Masters and District Deputy Grand Lecturers on Monday, September 27, in the Scottish Rite Temple dining room. A luncheon for those attending Grand Lodge was served on Monday, September 27, in the dining room of the Scottish Rite Temple. A luncheon for the ladies was held at Chi Chi's Restaurant on Monday, September 27, 1982. The annual Grand Lodge dinner for all Freemasons, their ladies, friends and guests was held in the Grand Ballroom of the Sheraton-Royal Hotel on Monday, September 27. After an exquisite meal, those present were treated to an outstanding presentation by a most distinguished speaker, Dr. Carl S. Winters, 33째. The Committee expresses its heartfelt thanks to the Kansas City Valley, Orient of Missouri, Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite, for the use of their beautiful temple and to its Executive Director, Bro.]ack A. Furlong, who, along with his staff, made us feel most welcome and provided us with the necessary equipment and materials for the various functions held at the temple. They went out of their way to assist us and we sincerely thank them. The Committee also expresses is appreciation to the management and staff of the Sheraton-Royal Hotel for their excellent service and cooperation during this Grand Lodge session. They made us feel most welcome and the facilities they provided us were excellent. The Committee would be remiss if we did not express our appreciation to R.W. Bro. Frank A. Arnold and his wife, Ruth, for the tremendous assistance which they gave to this Committee. Their help and assistance made our job much easier. The Committee very much appreciates the District Deputy Grand Lecturers and District Deputy Grand Masters of the 22nd Masonic District for their handling of the

172

1982

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

ticket sales for the Grand Lodge luncheon and dinner. They, along with selected brothers from lodges in the district, performed this task in a most efficient manner. All the members of the Committee extends their heartfelt thanks and appreciation to M.W. Bro. and Mrs. WilliamJ. Hill and to the wives of the Committee members for their assistance in the scheduling and overseeing of the various activities for our Distinguished Guests.

Fraternally submitted, OWEI' A. SLOAN, ROBERT D. JEI'KII'S, K. ROGER PEI'NEL,

FRANK A. ARI'OLD, D. EUGEI'E WISNER, Chairman.

R.W. Brother Wisner moved that the report be received and printed in the PROCEEDlI'(;S. The motion was seconded and carried by vote of the Grand Lodge. RECOGNITION OF SERVICES OF WOR. BRO. JACK J. STOTTLEMYRE

M.W. Grand Master Hill expressed appreciation to Brother Stottlemyre for the organ music that made the Grand Lodge Session impressive. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON MILEAGE AND PER DIEM

R.W. Bro. Orville L. Livingston, Chairman, presented the report of the Committee on Mileage and Per Diem. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: BRETHRD1: Your Committee on Mileage and Per Diem reports amount paid for attendance at this, the 161 st Annual Communication of this Grand Lodge, held in Kansas City, September 27 and 28, 1982, as follows:

Grand Lodge Officers Past Grand Masters and Other Past Grand Officers District Deputy Grand Masters District Deputy Grand Lecturers Committees: Appeals and Grievances Building Supervisory Board Credentials Jurisprudence Masonic Education Mileage and Per Diem Ways and Means Chairmen Other Standing Committees Subtotal for Grand Lodge Officers Including Committees Assistant Grand Tilers Representatives of Chartered Lodges Representatives of Lodges Under Dispensation Total

. . . . . $495.50 160.00 . . 988.20 196.50 . . 241.00 . 401.90 . 355.50 . 390.30 . . . . .

$ 2,989.00 1,841.80 7,331.20 6,154.60

3,228.90 21,545.50 320.00 62,855.70

$84,721.20

Fraternally submitted, ORVILLE LIVII'GSTOI', Chairman, JACK R. CLARK EDWARD A. LAI'(; CHARLES WISDOM R. W. Brother Livingston moved the adoption of the report, subject to audit. The motion was seconded and carried by vote of the Grand Lodge.

1982

173

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

APPOINTMENTS

The Grand Secretary read the appointments made by Grand Master-Elect Earl K. Dille for the year 1982-83: Appointive Grand Lodge Officers District Deputy Grand Masters Chairmen and Members of Standing Committees Chairmen and Members of Special Committees The Auditor R.W. Grand Lecturer Stanton T. Brown announced the appointments of District Deputy Grand Lecturers for the year 1982-83. THE GRAND MASTER COMMENDS THE GRAND SECRETARY

M.W. Grand Master Hill, with most meaningful words and in his inimitable manner, expressed his message of affection and respect to the Grand Secretary. He presented the Grand Secretary with a "fun" certificate entitled "State of Confusion." The contents of the certificate were a sincere expression of what Grand Master Hill could say about Frank Ames Arnold. R.W. Grand Secretary Arnold responded to the courtesy ofthe presentation and wished for M.W. Brother Hill many pleasant memories of the ten years during which they had been so closely associated as Officers of the Grand Lodge of Missouri, especially the year 1981-82 when they served together as Grand Master and Grand Secretary. M.W. GRAND MASTER WM. J. HILL TO R.W. DEPUTY GRAND MASTER EARL K. DILLE

M.W. Brother Hill took off the Jewel Collar of office and said that he did so because he wanted to speak to and of R.W. Brother Dille as Brother and Friend, not as Grand Master. He spoke of his thorough enjoyment of their associations during the past year. He stated that he felt very comfortable with the knowledge that Brother Dille - a first class, qualified, able, fresh, ready-toserve gentleman - was about to become the Grand Master of Masons of Missouri. With no regrets whatsoever about the end of his term in the East and with entire confidence in the prospects of success for the Grand Lodge during the year 1982-83, the Grand Master handed the gavel to the Deputy Grand Master. Brother Hill took offhis hat to Brother Dille, saying "He is the stronger bond between the two of us." CLOSED INSTALLATION OF GRAND LODGE OFFICERS Installing Officer Installing Marshall Installing chaplain

M.W. Bro. Herman A. Orlick M.W. Bro. Gus O. Nations M. W. Bro. William H Chapman

THE GRAND LODGE OFFICERS FOR THE YEAR 1982-83 Grand Master Deputy Grand Master Senior Grand Warden Junior Grand Warden Grand Treasurer Grand Secretary Grand Lecturer

Earl K. Dille Robert J. Crede Vern H. Schneider Charles E. Scheurich W. Marion Luna Frank A. Arnold Stanton T. Brown

174

1982

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

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 Orator Grand Tiler

P. Vincent Kinkead William H. Wisbrock Thomas K. McGuire, Jr. Robert D. Jenkins Thomas C. Warden Ralph O. Kolb Harrison H. Halbe Lawrence H. Smith The Rev. Carl L. Radford The Rev. Cecil H. Hurt The Rev. Ernest H. Wotring, Jr. The Rev. Richard A. Behr Charles Goodman The Rev. Charles W. Miller The Rev. Allen L. Vancil Henry C. Colteryahn Charles G. Schott, Jr. John W. Siscel

R.W. Grand Chaplain Richard A. Behr offered prayer to close the ceremony of Installation of Grand Lodge Officers. PRESENTATIONS TO M.W. GRAND MASTER EARL K. DILLE

M.W. Bro. Herman A. Orlick presented the gavel of office to the newly installed Grand Master. M.W. Bro. William H Chapman presented the Grand Master's Apron. M.W. Bro. Gus O. Nations presented the Grand Master's Jewel. M.W. Bro. Fielding A. Poe presented the Grand Master's Lapel Pin. R. W. Bro. Frank A. Arnold presented the Grand Master's Gold Identification card. Wor. Bro. Jacob E. Nolde, President of The Square Club ofSt. Louis and St. Louis County, presented the Grand Master's Apron Case and a plaque. Bro. Harry R. Becker, Secretary of The Compasses Guild of Union Electric Company, presented an engraved Masonic desk clock and a check for the favorite charity of Grand Master Dille: The Masonic Home of Missouri. PRESENTATIONS TO M.W. BRO. WILLIAM

J. HILL

The Grand Secretary presented Past Grand Master William J. Hill a leatherbound book containing: The four issues of The Freemason Magazine published during the Grand Lodge year 1981-82; the Report of the President of the Board of Directors of the Masonic Home of Missouri (1981); the Address of the Grand Master (1982); the Program of the 161st Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Missouri. The Grand Secretary also presented M.W. Brother Hill the Patent that certified service to the Grand Lodge of Missouri as Grand Master from September 29, 1981 to September 28, 1982. ADDRE$S OF M.W. GRAND MASTER EARL K. DILLE

M.W. BROTHER DILLE: First and foremost, I thank the Grand Lodge assembled for this great honor. Second, I thank the Installing Team; these brethren I have looked up to for many years; and it is a great honor to be installed by them. I want you to know that through my term of office I intend to keep all of that

1982

175

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

which is good - which, believe me, Brethren, is almost everything in the Fraternity. I intend to study what has gone before, to take advantage of the experience and knowledge of the 20 worthy Past Grand Masters of this Grand Lodge. I intend to use the District Deputies as much as possible and to apply their counsel to my actions during the year. And, in addition to the District Deputies, I intend to use the Chairmen and Member of Committees. Last, but not least, I intend to work very closely with the Grand Lodge Officers of the advancing and non-advancing Line, because I think this is a source which I can ill-afford to ignore and to maintain the continuity which is one of the most important things we can stress. Close work with the Grand Lodge Officers will be necessary. My theme, if there must be a single theme, will be "CHARITY," To increase the use of Charity and the knowledge of Charity, both among our brothers who attend lodge and Grand Lodge and those brethren who do not, I will follow up, together with Bob Crede, the President of the Masonic Home, the programs which were laid out to you yesterday. Last, and not least, I want you to know that if I am wrong in any of the actions I take during my year as Grand Master it will not be through any lack of respect or honor for this Fraternity. In that light, I encourage you, in fact ask you, to give me your advice and counsel through the coming year. Thank you, Brethren. CLOSING

R.W. Bro. Robert]. Crede announced that the Masonic Home Board would hold a brief meeting after the close of the Grand Lodge. The 161 st Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri, was closed until the next Annual Communication - the 162nd - on Monday, September 26, 1983 at Saint Louis, Missouri. R. W. Grand Chaplain Carl L. Radford pronounced the Benediction.

Grand Master.

Grand Secretary'.

OFFICERS

Grand Lodge of Missouri 1982路1983

EARL K. DILLE

M.W. Grand Master 27 Dunleith Drive, St. Louis 63131

ROBERT J. CREDE

Deputy Grand Master

Route 2, Jefferson City 6510 I VERN H. SCHNEIDER Senior Grand Warden 100 North Broadway, Suite 700, St. Louis 63102 CHARLES E. SCHEURICH Junior Grand Warden 124 Meadow Lane, Columbia 65201 W. MARION LGNA Grand Treasurer c/o Bank of Piedmont, P.O. Box 398, Piedmont 63957-1398 FRANK A. ARNOLD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Grand Secretary 800 Highway 63 North, Columbia 65201路6697, Telephone: 314-474-8561 STANTON T. BROWN Grand Lecturer Route I, Box 225, Buckner 64016 P. VINCENT KINKEAD Senior Grand Deacon Route 2, Box 243, Farmington 63640 WILLIAM H. WISBROCK Junior Grand Deacon 733 Landscape Ave., Webster Groves 63119 THOMAS K. MCGUIRE, Jr. Senior Grand Steward 2522 South Glendale Avenue, Springfield 65H04 ROBERT D. JENKINS Junior Grand Steward 7741 Troost, Kansas City 64131 THOMAS C. WARDEN Senior Grand Marshall P.O. Box 540, Owensville 65066-0540 RALPH O. KOLB Junior Grand Marshal 8825 Anchorage Lane, St. Louis 63126 HARRISON H. HALBE Grand Sword Bearer 7230 Forestate Drive, St. Louis 63123 LAWRENCE H. SMITH Grand Pursuivant 9854 Kimber, St. Louis 63127 THE REV. CARL L. RADFORD Grand Chaplain 2334 South Dollison, Springfield 65807 THE REV. CECIL H. HURT Grand Chaplain 400 Crestview Drive, Union 63084 THE REV. ERNEST H. WOTRING, JR Grand Chaplain Route 1, Box 47, Conway 65632 THE REV. RICHARD A. BEHR Grand Chaplain 4025 Pennsylvania Avenue, St. Louis 63118 CHARLES GOODMAN Grand Chaplain #10 Millstone Campus, Apt. 0307, St. Louis 63146 THE REV. CHARLES W. MILLER Grand Chaplain 13036 Geranium Court, St. Louis 63146 THE REV. ALLEN L. VANCIL Grand Chaplain 511 Carleton, Caruthersville 63830 HENRY C. COLTERYAHN Grand Orator 1056-B Forest Lakes Drive, Apt. 109, Naples, Florida 33942 CHARLES G. SCHOTT, JR Grand Orator 918 Tirrill Farms Road, St. Louis 63124 JOHN W. SISCEL Grand Tiler 3608 Holt Avenue, St. Louis 63116

176

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

177

STANDING COMMITTEES FOR 1982-83 Appeals and Grievances: Harry Gershenson, Sr., Chairman, Pierre Laclede Center, Suite 1144,7733 Forsyth Boulevard, St. Louis 63105; James E. Brown, 305 North Moffett Avenue,Joplin 64801; Robert M. Fenlon, P.O. Box 26, Mexico 65265; Lloyd L. Schainker. 7 North Seventh Street, St. Louis 63101; HaroldJos. Toner, 922 Walnut Street, Suite 1000, Kansas City 64105 Building Superoisory Board: Harold E. Thornton (3) Chairman, 916 Walnut Street, Kansas City 64106; Clarence V. Buchholz (2), 48 West 53rd Terrace, Kansas City 64112; Nelson Rowan (1), 650 North Highway 60, Republic 65738 By-Laws: J. Morgan Donelson, P.G.M., Chairman, P.O. Box 211, Princeton 64673; Ronald M. Belt, 108 Vine Street. Macon 63552; Newton R. Bradley, 10 South Tenth Street, Lexington 64067; Harry Gershenson, Jr., Pierre Laclede Center, Suite 1144, 7733 Forsyth Boulevard, St. Louis 63105; William H. Vtz, Jr., Frederick Towers, Suite 500,2400 Frederick Avenue, St. Joseph 64506 Chartered Lodges: john E. Adams, Chairman 219 South Clark Avenue, Ferguson 63135; L. C. Bankhead, P.O. Box 38, Higbee 65257; Gerald W. Burnworth, 700 Karlsruhe Place, St. Louis 63125; Morris E. Carter, 313 Day Drive, Ferguson 63135; Wilbur M. Daughtrey, 9152 Pardee Spur, St. Louis 63126; Charles C. Long, 7260 Pershing Avenue, St. Louis 63130 Correspondence: Bruce H. Hunt, P.G.M., P.O. Box 188, Kirksville 63501 Credentials: Ray Hilton, Chairman, P.O. Box 985, Commercial Station, Springfield 65803; Cecil O. Blaylock, 217 South Louisiana Avenue, Cape Girardeau 63701; John E. Brueggeman, 3121 Timm Drive, St. Louis 63125; Dale A. Ludwig, 8226 Marvale, St. Louis 63123; Charles W. Miller, 13036 Geranium Court, St. Louis 63146 Entertainment of Distinguished Guests: William H. Wisbrock, Chairman, 733 Landscape Avenue, Webster Groves 63119; Fielding A. Poe, 111,3 Springbrook Place, St. Louis 63119; John W. Siscel, 3608 Holt, St. Louis 63116; Lawrence H. Smith, 9854 Kimker, St. Louis 63127; Martin B. Toybes, 1116 Chantal Lane, St. Louis 63132; Frank Ames Arnold, 800 Highway 63 North, Columbia 65201-6697 Forms and Ceremonies: Frank Ames Arnold, Chairman, 800 Highway 63 North, Columbia 65201-6697; ThomasJ. Davis, P.G.M., P.O. Box 217, Piedmont 63957; Ralph O. Kolb, 8825 Anchorage Lane, St. Louis 63126; Edwin L. Smith, Route 2, Box 388, Marceline 64658; Frank P. Wilfley,jr., Route 2, Laddonia 63352; Stanton T. Brown (Ex Officio), Route 1, Box 225, Buckner 64016 Grand Lodge Office Building: Douglas H. Garrett, Chairman, 210 Bourn Avenue, Columbia 65201; Ernest C. Cottle, 1409 Stone Street, Columbia 65201; John Edwin Wetzel, 1117 South Glenwood Avenue, Columbia 65201; Earl K. Dille, Grand Master, 27 Dunleith Drive, St. Louis 63131; Frank Ames Arnold. Grand Secretary, 800 Highway 63 North, Columbia 65201-6697 GrandMaster's Address: Williamj. Hill, P.G.M., Chairman, 2330 Commerce Tower, 911 Main Street, Kansas City 64105; AND ALL PAST GRAND MASTERS IN ATTENDANCE Jurisprudence: Warren R. Maichel, Chairman. 720 Olive Street, 24th Floor, St. Louis 6310 1; Edward W. Garnholz, 8115 Pershing, St. Louis 63105; Herbert C. Hoffman, 2414 Commerce Tower, 911 Main Street, Kansas City 64105; Gus O. Nations, P.G.M., 2440 Copper Beech Drive, St. Louis 63131; Walter L. Walker, P.G.M., P.O. Box 487, Neosho 64850 Lodges Under Dispensation: Carl G. Brown, Chairman. P.O. Box 9902, Kansas City 64134; Martin E. Brummond, 1301 Liggett Drive, St. Louis 63126; David S. Butler, 405 Cloisters Walk, St. Louis 63122; David M. Daugherty, 2120 Southwood Drive, Columbia 65201; Harold G. Eagan, Route 1, Box 259. Nixa 65714 Masonic Boards of Relief' Albert H. Van Gels, Chairman. 24 Spring Drive, Florissant 63031; Chester W. Cook, 8723 White Avenue, Brentwood 63144;Jack A. Furlong, 1330 Linwood Boulevard, Kansas City 64109; Kenneth L. McNeal, 601 Robidoux, St. Joseph 64501; Alfred E. Spencer, 10 Plaza Square, Apt. 910, St. Louis 63103

178

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

Masonic Education: Thomas C. Warden (2) Chairman, 106 East Washington Street, P.O. Box 540, Owensville 65066; Daniel F. Cole (3), 207 West Haven, Jefferson City 65101; Ronald M. Compton (3), 3633 Lindell Boulevard, St. Louis 63108; Bruce H. Hunt, P.G.M. (2), P.O. Box 188, Kirksville 63501; Olin S. McDaniel (I), P.O. Box 415, Bonne Terre 63628-0415; J. c. Montgomery, Jr., P.G.M. (I), Saint John'S United Methodist Church, 5000 Washington Avenue, St. Louis 63108; Earl K. Dille (Ex Officio), 27 Dunleith Drive, St. Louis 63131; RobertJ. Crede (Ex Officio), Route 2,Jefferson City 65101; Vern H. Schneider (Ex Officio), 100 North Broadway, Suite 700, St. Louis 63102; Charles E. Scheurich (Ex Officio), 124 Meadow Lane, Columbia 65201 Mileage and Per Diem: Orville L. Livingston, Chairman, Route I, Box 200, Edgerton 64444; Norman H. Behrend, 9144 Ranch Meadows Drive, St. Louis 63136; Jack R. Clark, 9931 McGee, Kansas City 64114; Edward A. Lang, Route 2, Box 266, Cuba65453; Charles H. Schuler, 684 East Vine, Sullivan 63080 Necrology: J. c. Montgomery, Jr., P.G.M., Chairman, Saint John'S United Methodist Church, 5000 Washington Avenue, St. Louis 63108; Frank P. Briggs, P.G.M., 1132 North Jackson, Macon 63552; William H Chapman, P.G.M., 20 West Lockwood, Webster Groves 63119; Harold O. Grauel, P.G.M., P.O. Box 389, Cape Girardeau 63701; Walter L. Walker, P.G.M., P.O. Box 487, Neosho 64850 Relief and Charity: Robert G. Bird, Chairman, 2415 East Latoka, Springfield 65804; James E. Dearing, 6330 Waterman Boulevard, St. Louis 63130; P. Vincent Kinkead, Route 2, Box 243, Farmington 63640; D. Eldon Turnbull, Route 3, Box 257, Troy 63379; Carl I. Stein, Secretary, Masonic Home of Missouri, 5351 Delmar Boulevard, St. Louis 63112 Ritual: Stanton T. Brown, Chairman, Route I, Box 225, Buckner 64016; Freelon K. Hadley, 1506 Wayne Drive, St. Joseph 64506; Ronnie L. House, P.O. Box 335, Mansfield 65704; Dale A. Ludwig, 8226 Marvale, St. Louis 63123; Eugene E. "Pat" McFarland, P.O. Box 146, Liberal 64736; Dale C. Motter, 909 Fairview, Kirksville 63501 Ways and Means: Walter H. Baird (I) Chairman, 234 East Parkway Drive, Columbia 65201; Edwin B. Brzezinski (2), 9148 Pardee Spur, St. Louis 63126; William H Chapman, P.G.M. (3), 20 West Lockwood, Webster Groves 63119; Owen A. Sloan (1),1100 South 18th Street, Blue Springs 64015; William H. Utz,Jr. (2), Frederick Towers, Suite 500,2400 Frederick Avenue, St.Joseph 64506; W. Marion Luna, Grand Treasurer, c/o Bank of Piedmont, P.O. Box 398, Piedmont 63957 SPECIAL COMMITTEES FOR 1982-83

George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association: J. c. Montgomery, Jr., P.G.M., Chairman, Saint John's United Methodist Church, 5000 Washington Avenue, St. Louis 63108; Bruce H. Hunt, P.G.M., P.O. Box 188, Kirksville 63501; Elvin A. Mooney, P.G.M., 117 North Prairie Street, Bloomfield 63825; Herman A. Orlick, P.G.M., 12 Cambridge Court, Glendale 63122; Fielding A. Poe, P.G.M., 501 North Lafayette Street, Florissant 63031; J. Edward Blinn, P.G.M., P.O. Box 14, Marshfield 65706-0014 Grand Lodge Charity Committee: Earl K. Dille, Chairman, 27 Dunleith Drive, St. Louis 63131; RobertJ. Crede, Route 2,Jefferson City 65101; Vern H. Schneider, 100 North Broadway, Suite 700, St. Louis 63102; Charles E. Scheurich, 124 Meadow Lane, Columbia 65201; Frank Ames Arnold, 800 Highway 63 North, Columbia 65201-6697 Jurisdiction: Frederick M. Woodruff, Chairman, 705 Olive Street, St. Louis 63101; Charles E. Becraft, 1311 Village Drive, St. Joseph 64506; David R. Hensley, 20 II Mason Road, St. Louis 63131; Gerald J. Zafft, One Mercantile Center, St. Louis 6310 I Public Relations: Robert H. Bray, Chairman, 325 Corprew, Fayette 65248; Leslie F. Denney, 9211 Queenston, St. Louis 63126; Alfred M. Frager, 731 Timber Run Drive, St. Louis 63141; L. Wayne Hill, 3800 Faurot Drive, P.O. Box 1301, Columbia 65201; Herman A. Orlick, P.G.M., 12 Cambridge Court, Glendale 63122;John K. Smith, 2705 South Sterling, Independence 64052; Ralph E. Williams. Route I, Box 130, Southwest City 64863

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

179

Public Schools: Walter C. Ploeser, Chairman, 3633 Lindell Boulevard, St. Louis 63108; Walter H. Baird, 234 East Parkway Drive, Columbia 65201; M. Graham Clark, School of the Ozarks, Point Lookout 65726; Ronald M. Compton, 3633 Lindell Boulevard, St. Louis 63108; Albert]. Elfrank, Route 2, Advance 63730; CharlesJ. McClain, Northeast Missouri State University, Kirksville 63501; Bruce H. McCully, 2503 Stephenson, Sedalia 65301; Elvis A. Mooney, P.G.M., 117 North Prairie Street, Bloomfield 63825; G. Hugh Wamble, 4840 N.E. Chouteau Drive, Kansas City 64119 Recognition ofForeign Grand Lodges:John Black Vrooman, Chairman, P.O. Box 402, St. Louis 63166; Frank Ames Arnold, 800 Highway 63 North, Columbia 65201-6697; Herman A. Orlick, P.G.M., 12 Cambridge Court, Glendale 63122 Youth: Ronald M. Compton, Chairman, 3633 Lindell Boulevard, St. Louis 63108; Daniel F. Cole, 207 West Haven, Jefferson City 65101; Lorna H. Frakes, 4001 N.E. 59th Street, Kansas City 64119; Lionel J. Goede, 715 Murray Hill Drive, Fenton 63026; O. Wesley Konering, 611 Olive Street, St. Louis 63101; Dan C. Peak, 9702 Beacon, Kansas City 64134

OTHER APPOINTMENT Auditor: Robert Asbury, 1750 South Brentwood Boulevard, St. Louis 63144

MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI

Officers 1982-1983 Honorary Chairman: Earl K. Dille, 27 Dunleith Dr., St. Louis 63131 President: Robert J. Crede, Rt. 2, Jefferson City 6510 I Vice President: James E. Dearing, 6330 Waterman, St. Louis 63130 Treasurer: Joseph H. Collison, P.O. Box 126, Weston 64098 Secretary: Carl I. Stein, 5351 Delmar Blvd., St. Louis 63112

Directors Robert G. Bird (1983), 2415 E. Latoka, Springfield 65804 Joseph H. Collison (1984), P.O. Box 126, Weston 64098 Robert J. Crede, Rt. 2, Jefferson City 65101 James E. Dearing (1983), 6330 Waterman, St. Louis 63130 Earl K. Dille, 27 Dunleith Dr., St. Louis 63131 AlbertJ. Elfrank (1985), Rt. 2, Advance 63730 James E. Estell (1986), P.O. Box 167, Cameron 64429 Seibert Etter (1986), 10404 Presley Rd., St. Louis 63137 Robert D. Jenkins (1984), 7741 Troost, Kansas City 64131 P. Vincent Kinkead, Rt. 2, Box 243, Farmington 63640 Charles E. Scheurich, 124 Meadow Lane, Columbia 6520 I Vern H. Schneider, 100 N. Broadway, Ste. 700, St. Louis 63102 D. Eldon Turnbull (1985), Rt. 3, Box 257, Troy 63379

Administrator H. David Thomas, 5351 Delmar Blvd., St. Louis 63112

Secretary to the Board of Directors Carl I. Stein, 5351 Delmar Blvd., St. Louis 63112

Co-Ordinator of Fraternal Relations Fielding A. Poe (P.G.M.), 5351 Delmar Blvd., St. Louis 63112 MISSOURI LODGE OF RESEARCH Master: Dr. Richard W. Calvert, P.O. Box 1162, Platte City 64079 Secretary-Treasurer: A. W. "Whit" Griffith, P.O. Box 480, Fulton 65251-0480

180

1982

PROCEEDINGS OF TilE

LIVING PAST GRAND MASTERS OF THIS JURISDICTION Homer L. Ferguson, 1927 North Circle Drive, Jefferson City 65101 Col. James M. Sellers, Sunset View, Lexington 64067 Frank P. Briggs, 1132 North Jackson Street, Macon 63552 Dr. Harold O. Grauel, P.O. Box 389, Cape Girardeau 63701-0389 Bruce H. Hunt, P.O. Box 188, Kirksville 63501-0188 A. Basey Vanlandingham, Route 3, Columbia 6520 I William R. Denslow, P.O. Box 569, Trenton 64683 Elvis A. Mooney, 117 North Prairie Street, Bloomfield 63825 J. Morgan Donelson, P.O. Box 211, Princeton 64673-0211 William H Chapman, 20 West Lockwood, Webster Groves 63119 ThomasJ. Davis,Jr., P.O. Box 217, Piedmont 63957-0217 Walter L. Walker, P.O. Box 487, Neosho 64850-0487 Herman A. Orlick, 12 Cambridge Court, Glendale 63122 Lewis C. Wes Cook, P.O. Box 12444, North Kansas City 64116 Fielding A. Poe, 50 I North Lafayette Street, Florissant 63031 Dr. James A. Noland, Jr., Osage Beach 65065 Dr. J. c. Montgomery, Jr., Saint John's United Methodist Church, 5000 Washington Avenue, St. Louis 63108 Gus O. Nations, 2440 Copper Beech Drive, St. Louis 63131 Dr. J. Edward Blinn, P.O. Box 14, Marshfield 65706-0014 Wm. J. Hill, 2330 Commerce Tower, 911 Main Street, Kansas City 64105

1951-1952 1953-1954 1957-1958 1959-1960 1960-1961 1965-1966 1967-1968 1968-1969 1969-1970 1970-1971 1971-1972 1973-1974 1974-1975 1975-1976 1976-1977 1977-1978 1978-1979 1979-1980 1980-1981 1981-1982

PAST GRAND TREASURER William H. Utz, Jr., Frederick Towers, Suite 500, 2400 Frederick Avenue, St. Joseph 64506

PAST GRAND SECRETARY Elmer W. Wagner, 506 Redondo Drive, Ballwin 63011

PAST GRAND LECTURER Freelon K. Hadley, 1506 Wayne Drive, St. Joseph 64506

DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND MASTERS

DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND LECTURERS

1982-1983

l. Joe M. March (635), Rt. l, Box III,

l. Kenneth K. Sowers (588), Rt. I, Box

Greentop 63546 2. Ralph E. Shain (366), Rt. 3, Kirksville 63501 3. Harold L. Stone (206), Rt. I, Box 62, Powersville 64672 4. Gerald D. Gentry (35), 1007 E. Main St., Princeton 64673

133, Alexandria 63430 2. Dale C. Motter (366), 909 Fairview, Kirksville 6350 I 3. Arthur R. Cullor (210), Rt. 1, Lucerne 64655 4. *James H. Hunter, Jr. (35) 4. tBen C. Moore (Ill), 1411 East 7th St., Trenton 64683 5. Larry D. Peugh (328), Mt. Moriah 64665 6. Glenn V. Bulla (377), 112 Martin St., King City 64463 7. Richard Ray Cordell (50), Rt. I, Box 127, Parnell 64475 8. Darrell L. Jones (483), Rt. 2, Box 37, Fairfax 64446

5. Robert A. Bartlett (97), 805 S. 20th St., Bethany 64424 6. G. Oren Steinman (377), P.O. Box 361, King City 64463 7. Michael K. Monk (511), Rt. I, Box 116, Skidmore 64487 8. William M. Kee (139), Rt. I, Box 4B, Oregon 64473

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

9. Virgil E. Donaldson (508), 3223 Jackson St., St. Joseph 64507 10. Doyle C. Kime (564), Rt. 2, Box 168, Jamesport 64648 II. Chesley E. McAfee (193), Rt. 2, Box 162, Orrick 64077 12. Bobby R. O'Dell (89), 627 North Main St., Brookfield 64628 13. Edwin L. Smith (481), Rt. 2, Box 388, Marceline 64658 14. Earl Wayne Orr (228), #7 Sharon Dr., Box 602, Shelbina 63468 15. Clarence F. Houser (28), 2410 Palmyra Rd., Hannibal 63401 16. John E. Wetzel (92), 116 N. Fourth St., Louisiana 63353 17. Gillam Street (23), Rt. 3, Box 19, Perry 63462 18. Billie Pollard (344), 715 S. Morley St., Moberly 65270 19. Ralph E. Allen (525), TT Highway, Sumner 64681 20. James R. Paul (52), 810 N. Park St., Carrollton 64633 21. Richard C. Winburn (53), Rt. 2, Box 10, Weston 64098 22A. Lyman I. Ridgeway (522), 6817 Cotter, Kansas City 64119 22B. Paul E. Kelly (563), 8800 Buckingham Ln. , Apt. 18, Kansas City 64138 23. John M. Townsend (444), Rt. I, Box 163, Orrick 64077 24. William H. Neece (217) 908 South Locust St.. Sweet Springs 65351 25. Dr. David L. Dimond (47), 305 Corprew, Fayette 65248 26. Dr. Wilbur R. Enns (602), 506 Bourn Ave., Columbia 65201 27. Harris Maupin, Jr. (354), 1508 West St., Mexico 65265 28. John P. Simpson (246), 621 Cynthia Ln., Montgomery City 63361 29. James A. Vaughn (199), 212-214 Broadway, Elsberry 63343 30. Euell J. Sweeten (46), 3 Mark Twain Ct., O'Fallon 63366 31. Edward Ewing Shikles (90), Rt. I, Box 109, Russellville 65074 32. Kimber W. Key (593), P.O. Box 202, St. Clair 63077 33A. Richard W. Goff (520),9315 Warrior Dr., St. Louis 63123 33B. James Harold Pennington (638), 10 Ranchero Dr., St. Charles 6330 I

181

9. Robert C. Jarrett (269), 2609 S. lith St., St. Joseph 64503 10. Benjamin E. Lollar (15), Winston 64689 II. Jim B. Rowland (31), 4904 N. Sycamore Dr., Kansas City 64119 12. Billy Joe Cox (89), 1616Jennings Pl., Chillicothe 6460 I 13. Virgil W. Slaughter (325), P.O. Box 224, Meadville 64659 14. R. Clyde Foster (332), 921 E. McKinsey St., Moberly 65270 15. Lee B. Turner (188), 4907 Prospect Ave., Hannibal 63401 16. Charles W. Middleton (136),619 West Centennial Avenue, Bowling Green 63334 17. Lecil Vlry (302), Rt. I, Perry, 63462 18. Delbert Dailey (344), 837 Myra St., Moberly 65270 19. *H. Dale DeWeese (73) 20. A. Merlin Armstrong (52), 712 W. Sixth St., Carrollton 64633 21. Donald E. Campbell (120), 5100 H uonker Rd., Kansas City 64151 22A. Kenneth L. Goad (305), 16116 E. 30th, Independence 64055 228. Paul K. Kawakami (104), 820 East 31 st St., Kansas City 64109 23. Richard F. Martin (149), 606 S. 23rd St., Lexington 64067 24. Thomas A. Meads (205), 208 E. Rea St., Marshall 65340 25. Daniel C. Ray (4), 217 W. Broadway, New Franklin 65274 26. William G. Barnett (356), Rt. I, Box 258, Harrisburg 65256 27. Jared A. Price (354), 909 Concordia, Mexico 65265 28. *Charles N. Alcorn (46) 28. :j:Ralph W. Horton (457), P.O. Box 93, Jonesburg 63351 29. Dennis L. Hammack (199), Rt. 2, Hillcrest Heights, Elsberry 63343 30. Ezra F. Wiliams (46), 7 Knight Ln., O'Fallon 63366 3 I. Daniel F. Cole (43). 207 West Haven St., Jefferson City 6510 I 32. Lee O. King (534), 307 E. Sand St., Pacific 63069 33A. Peter Cavic, Jr. (460), 10900 Coral Ridge Dr., St. Louis 63123 33B. Ervin A. Drewing (626),4209 Humphrey, St. Louis 63116

182

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

34. Curtis G. Long (45), 512 Margarte Ln., Belton 64012 35. A. Freeman Stanfill (141), Rt. I, Box 40 I, Amoret 64722 36. Gary A. Inlow (236), 2795 Maplewood Cir., Sedalia 65301 37. Wayne U. Thomas (548), 307 E. Florence, Windsor 65360 38. William E. Brenneman (83), Linn Creek Star Rt., Lebanon 65536 39. Elden Ommert (145), P.O. Box 54, Raymondville 65555 40. Herman A. Koester (256), 811 Richard Ave., Festus 63028 41. Ross Jackson (288), Rt. I, Box 209A, Wheatland 65779 42. Lacey Stapp (87), P.O. Box 12, Greenfield 65661 43. Lloyd J. Peterson (292), Rt. I, Box 151, Liberal 64752 44. *Floyd Elmer Williams (345) 44. ยงRoger R. Adams (586), Rt. 6, Box 112, Carthage 64836 45. John S. McMullin (422), 717 W. Seminole, Springfield 65807 46. Jesse P. Matthews (469), P.O. Box 95, Nebo 65471 47. Angus C. HighleY,Jr. (675), P.O. Box 63, Bunker 63629 48. Harold]. Richardson (424), 502 Norwood Dr., Bonne Terre 63628 49. Charles H. Daume,Jr. (221), Star Rt., Oak Ridge 63769 50. Harry H. Sutherland (407), 1300 E. Marshall St., Charleston 63834 51. Forrest Everett (571), Rt. I, Box 264, Hayti 63851 52. John Alan Heneger (526), Rt. I, Box 34B, Piedmont 63957 53. John A. Foster (536), Rt. 2, Box 252, Willow Springs 65793 54. Duane A. Eiserman (587),418 N. Sycamore St., Branson 65616 55. Charles A. Donica (129), 318 Broadway, Monett 65708 56. Edwin W. Parker (538), Rt. 4, Box 369, Neosho 64850 57A. Donald R. Wagner (80), 8861 Windom Avenue, St. Louis 63114 57B. Martin B. Toybes (642),1116 Chantal Ln., St. Louis 63132 57C. Lawrence N. Weenick (601), 506 Kingdel, St. Louis 63124

1982

34. Billy K. Thomas (147),1203 Melinda, Harrisonville 6470 I 35. Arthur R. Zellmer (368), Rt. I, Amoret 64722 36. Robert D. Weikal (236),420 S. Grand Ave., Sedalia 65301 37. Edgar L. Kneip (548), 418 Peyton St., Clinton 64735 38. Virgil R. Bradsher (152), State Rd. "F", Sunrise Beach 65079 39. Maurice Mayberry (77), Rt. 2, Box 3, Cook Station 65449 40. Charles W. Leach (673), 308 Marilyn Dr., Arnold 63010 41. Leo H. Pitts (288), 2920 South Vermont Ave., Independence 64052 42. Dr. Peter J. Jackson (283), Rt. 3, Stockton 65785 43. Eugene E. "Pat" McFarland (187), P.O. Box 146, Liberal 64762 44. Robert E. Hammond (512), 328 E. Daugherty, Carterville 64835 45. Michael D. Ballard (477), 201 David Ln., Box 183, Rogersville 65742 46. Ronnie L. House (543), P.O. Box 335, Mansfield 65704 47. James E. Newton (509), P.O. Box 135, Van Buren 63965 48. Joseph E. Stevens (234), 515 Mill St., Rivermines 6360 I 49. Laymon A. Allgood (672), 1735 Ridgeway Dr., Cape Girardeau 63701 50. William C. Bell (532), 216 Carter St., Dexter 63841 51. Theodore T. Martin (571), 102 E. Washington St., Hayti 63851 52. Charles E. Divine (209), P.O. Box 475, Poplar Bluff 6390 I 53. George A. Collins (182), 50 I Pennsylvania Ave., West Plains 65775 54. Carnell E. Cutbirth (515), Rt. I, Box 293B, Galena 65656 55. Jimmie Lee Moreland (247), 1305 Wyandotte St., Seneca 64865 56. Howard Lee Dobbs (247), 1829 Maple St., Seneca 64865 57A. Billy R. Abbott (542), 430 Chanslor Ave., Ferguson 63135 57B. Norman S. Stites (629), 942 Twin Pine, Des Peres 63131 57C. Clarence W. Stone, Jr. (45), 1562 Maple Lane, Ellisville 630 II

1982

183

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

58. W. Roger Bowness (381), Rt. 5, Box 22AC, Eldon 65026 59. George V. McDougall (324), 1104 Indian Ln., Independence 64056 60. Oscar B. Rogers (406), Rt. 2, Box 218, Malden 63863

58.

J. Dwight McDonald (591), Rt. 2, Bar-

nett 65011 59. Donald E. Scott (76), 14909 E. 39th St., Independence 64055 60. Joe Wayne Cumins (212), 511 Parkway St., Campbell 63933

* Resigned.

:j: Appointed December 10, 1982.

t Appointed January 9, 1983.

ยง Appointed March 14, 1983.

ALPHABETICAL LIST OF LODGES WITH DISTRICT NUMBERS No.

District

Name

356 621 193 529 412 633 346 673 55 100 156 127 267 26

Acacia Ada Adair Adelphi Advance Agency Albert Pike Algabil Allensville Alpha Alton America Amsterdam Anchor Ancient Craft Ancient Landmark Anderson Angerona Apollo Appleton City Archie Arlington Arnold Arrow Rock Ash Grove Ashland Athens Aurora Ava

217 116 353 591 367 365

Barbee Barnes................... Barnesville............... Barnett.................. Barry.................... Bayou

602 444 366 355 590 10 219 544 198 659 255 347 141 443 377

No.

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

26 23 2 21 50 9 22-B 33-B 6

22-A 53 33-B 35 57-C 6

26 56 II 57-B 37 34 39 40 24 45 26 6

33-B 46

24 46 47 58 55 53

District

Name

393 632 373 450 170 642 667 378 573 97 537 379 150 41 535 153 337 195 45 597 587 135 334 616 80 86 269 501 675 442 254

Beacon Bee Hive Belgrade Belle Belton Benevolence Benjamin Franklin Berkeley Berlin Bernie Bethany Bethel Billings Birming Bismarck Blackwell Bloomfield Blue Springs Bolivar Bonhomme Bosworth Branson Braymer Breckenridge Brentwood Bridgeton Brookfield Brotherhood Buckner Bunker Burlington Butler

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

57-A II 40 39 34 12 57-B 57-A 10 60 5 14 54 9 48 40 50 59 41 57-C 20 54 12 12 57-B 57-A 13 9 59 47 7 35

416 328 486 552 183

Cache Cainsville Cairo.................... Calhoun California................

33-B 5 18 37 31

See "Lodge Directory by Districts" pages 204-221 for location: Town and County.

184 No.

1982

PROCEEDINGS OF THE Name

38 Callao ................... 63 Cambridge ............... 169 Camden Point 284 Canopy .................. 231 Cardwell ................. 549 Carl Junction ............. 401 Carterville ............... 197 Carthage ................. 461 Caruthersville ............ 147 Cass ..................... 305 Cecile Daylight ........... 172 Censer 674 Central Crossing .......... 59 Centralia ................. 615 Chaffee 185 Chamois 331 Charity 407 Charleston 487 Chilhowee ............... 392 Christian ................. 342 Circle .................... 662 Clarence ................ . 610 Clark ................... . 559 Clarksdale .............. . 17 Clarksville .............. . 645 Clarkton ................ . 207 Clay ..................... 601 Clayton ................. . 651 Cleveland ............... . 463 Clifton 520 Clifton Heights ........... 548 Clinton 482 Clintonville ............. . 274 Cold Spring ............. . 485 Coldwater ............... . 595 Cole Camp .............. . 168 Colony ................. . 534 Columbia ............... . 533 Comfort ................. 120 Compass ................. 432 Competition .............. 369 Composite ............... 454 Continental .............. 528 Conway .................. 36 Cooper .................. 265 Corinthian ............... 323 Cornerstone .............. 600 Cosby ................... 282 Cosmos .................. 656 Country Club ............ 561 Cowgill .................. 287 Craft .................... ••••••••

•••••••

•••

•••••••••••

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

•••

•

•••••••••••

•••••

••••••

••

••••••

•••••••••••

••••••••••••

•••••

District

No.

Name

14 24 21 55 60 44 44 44 51 34 22-A 14 55 26 49 31 9 50 36 59 37 14 18 10 16 60 11 57-8 34 53 33-B 37 43 36 34 36 2 32 55 21 38 52 10 38 25 36 57-B 9 33-A 22-B 12 15

606 519 368 669 586 312 525

Craig Crane . .................. Crescent Hill . ............ Crestwood . .............. Criterion ., ............... Cuba . ................... Cunningham

492 539 400 88 137 119 532 325 300

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

285 575 630 384 291 318 599 607 14 497 121 278 505 73 27 405 577

Earl Easter East Gate ................ East Prairie Edina .................... Eldorado .0 • • • • • • • • • • • • '0 Elvins ................... Eminence Eolia Equality • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • '0 Erwin Essex .................... Euclid ................... Eureka .................. Evergreen ............... Everton .................. Ewing ...................

483 44 132 47 345 281 542 339 23 668 578 453

Fairfax Fair Play ................. Farmington . ............. Fayette . ................. Fellowship ............... Fenton Ferguson . ............... Fidelity . ................. Florida . ................. Florissant . ............... Forest Park . ............. Forsyth . .................

District •

•••••••••

•

•••••••••

•••••

••••••

8 54 35 57-C 44 39 19

D •

•

•••••••

•••••••••

••••••••••••••••

•

•••••

••

•••••••••

28 12 55 6 47 40 50 13 45

E .0

•••

•••••••••••••••

•••••••••••

•••••••

••••••••••

••••••

•••••

••

••••••••

••••••••••••••

•••••••••••

•••••••

10 32 22-B 50 2 1 48 47 16 39 33-A 50 57-C 19 32 42 15

F •

•••••••••••••••

•

••••

••••••••••••

8 41 48 25 44 57-C 57-A 21 17 57-A 57-C 54

See "Lodge Directory by Districts" pages 204-221 for location: Town and County.

1982 No.

District

Name

554 212 363 636 352 89 48

Foster Four Mile Fraternal Freedom Friend Friendship Fulton

Galena 106 Gallatin 655 Gardenville 522 Gate City 422 Gate of the Temple 9 George Washington 427 Glenwood 218 Good Hope 397 Gower 289 Graham 644 Grain Valley 514 Granby 579 Grandin 276 Grand River 618 Grandview 272 Granite 66 Grant City 173 Gray Summit 414 Greensburg 635 Greentop 107 Greenville

459 354 117 37

477 338 123 288 187 104 211 527

Name

. . . . . . .

35 60 32 57-C 54 12 27

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

54 10 57-C 22-A 45 33-A

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

District

32 415 30

Higginsville Hiram................... Hogles Creek Holden.................. Holliday................. Hope.................... Hopewell Hornersville . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Howard Humphreys Hunnewell Huntsville. . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

23 I 41 36 17 32 47 60 25 3 14 18

410 581 76 54 536 381 154 143 446

Iberia Illmo Independence Index Ingomar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Ionia Ionic Irondale Ivanhoe

38 49 59 34 53 58 48 40 22-B

82 541 447 500

20 26 12 15 33-B 49

398 43 640 315 480 164 321

Jackson 13 Jacksonville 18 Jacoby 6 Jameson 10 Jamesport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 10 Jasper 44 Jefferson 31 Jennings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 57-A Jerusalem 42 Jewel 34 Joachim 40 Jonathan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Jonesburg. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 28 Joplin 44 Joppa 46

33-B II 7 59

56 47 34 59 36 6

32 2 I

H Hale City Hallsville Hamilton Hannibal Harmony Harold O. Grauel Hartford Hayti Hazelwood Hebron Helena Hemple Henderson Herculaneum Hermann Hermitage Hermon Heroine Hickory Hill Higbee

No.

364 362 279 262 660 251 239 215

G 515

216 336 224 188 499 672 171 571

185

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

564

457

51 45 27 9

335 411

220 311 68 243

45 40 32 41 43 22-B 31 18

376 105 484 245 582

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

22-A 11 60 57-C 9 2 S7-C 36 53

See "Lodge Directory by Districts" pages 204-221 for location: Town and County.

186 No. Name

District

L 222 La Belle 83 Laclede 115 Laddonia 489 Lakeville 292 Lamar 460 Lambskin 574 La Monte 531 Lanes Prairie 237 La Plata 253 Laredo 506 Lathrop 145 Latimer 598 Leadwood 77 Lebanon 149 Lexington 31 Liberty 302 Lick Creek 666 Lilbourn 138 Lincoln 326 Linn 152 Linn Creek 521 Lockwood 488 Lock Springs 257 Lodge of Light 259 Lodge of Love 403 Lowry City

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

15 38 27 50 43 33-A 36 39 14 4 11 39 48 39 23 11 17 51 9 31 38 42 10 5 1 37

M 125 433 626 112 406 543 566 481 110 569 324 260 16 628 313 35 2 244 567 151 471 1 639

1982

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

McFall-Gentryville Macks Creek Magnolia Maitland................. Malden Mansfield................ Maplewood Marceline................ Marcus Marlborough............. McDonald Mechanicsville............ Memphis Mendon Meramec Mercer Meridian................. Middle Fabius Miller Milton................... Mineral.................. Missouri-Commonwealth .. Mizpah

6 38 33-B 8 60 46 57-B 13 48 22-B 59 30 1 19 57-C 4 33-B 1 55 18 44 33-A 57-A

No.

Name

District

344 144 612 129 295 64 490 246 58 603 184 351 558 294 476 40 439 99 614 327 158 637 221

Moberly 18 Modern 41 Mokane.................. 27 Monett . 55 Moniteau . 31 Monroe . 17 Montevallo . 43 Montgomery . 28 Monticello . 15 Morehouse . 50 Morley . 50 Mosaic . 48 Moscow . 29 Mound City . 8 Mount Hope . 23 Mount Moriah . 57-B Mt. Olive . 45 Mt. Vernon . 55 Mount Washington . 59 Mt. Zion . 53 Mountain Grove . 46 Mountain View . 53 Mystic Tie . 49

25 568 247 60 510 199 307 429 270 473 470 647 643 157 358 622

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

N . 33-A . 52 . 56 . 27 . 5 . 29 . 17 . 51 . 29 . 29 . 7 . 56 . 22-A . 8 . 8 . 46

o 163 671 576 139 546 518 303 7 623

Occidental Odom Olive Branch. . . . . . . . . . . .. Oregon.................. Orient................... Oriental Osage O'Sullivan................ Overland

33-A 51 33-A 8 22-A 24 43 45 57-A

See "Lodge Directory by Districts" pages 204-221 for location: Town and County.

1982

187

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

No.

Name

District

624

Owensville ...............

241 18 19 308 65 II 330 319 551 670 92 502 136 399 652 182 469 504 113 142 467 176 79 349 232 95 209 131 556 503 179 657 658 190 596 180 383

Palestine Palmyra Paris Union Parrott Pattonsburg Pauldingville Paul Revere Paulville Pendleton Perryville Perseverance Philadelphia Phoenix Pike Pilgrim Pilot Knob Plato Platte City Plattsburg Pleasant Grove Pleasant Hope Point Pleasant Polar Star Pollock Polo Pomegranate Poplar Bluff Potosi Prairie Prairie Home Pride of the West Progress Purity Putnam Puxico Pyramid Pythagoras

P . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

30 15 17 10 10 30 57-A 2 48 49 16 15 16 16 57-C 46 46 21 II 25 41 51 57-B 3 12 33-B 52 40 5 25 33-A 57-A 57-B 3 50 33-B 55

No. Name

361 13 496 435 663 213 550 404 204 316 238 90 572

District

Riddick Rising Sun Robert Burns Rockbridge Rockhill Rolla Rose Hill Rosendale Rowley Rural Rushville Russellville Rutledge

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

41 21 53 53 22-B 39 57-B 9 21 22-A 9 31 I

225 Salem 39 226 Saline 48 424 Samaritan................ 48 298 Sampson................. 53 462 Santa Fe 17 293 Sarcoxie 44 71 Savannah 9 508 Saxton................... 9 448 Schell City 43 126 Seaman.................. 3 236 Sedalia 36 513 Senath................... 60 646 Shaveh 57-B 653 Shawnee................. 36 625 Sheffield................. 22-A 256 Shekinah 40 228 Shelbina 14 371 Sheldon 43 310 Sikeston 50 75 Silex..................... 29 511 Skidmore 7 271 Solomon................. 45 206 Somerset................. 3 547 South Gate . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 22-A 466 Southwest................ 56 296 Sparta 54 Q 273 St. Clair 37 380 Queen City 588 St. Francisville. . . . . . . . . . . . 1 234 St. Francois 48 R 230 St. James 39 33 Ralls..................... 17 28 St. John's 15 223 Ray 23 78 St. Joseph ........... 9 391 Raytown................. 59 20 St. Louis.... . . . . . 57-B 570 Republic................. 45 93 St. Mark's. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 49 479 Rich Hill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 35 109 Stanberry 6 385 Richland................. 38 419 Star 37 57 Richmond 23 133 Star of the West...... . . .. 48 See "Lodge Directory by Districts" pages 204-221 for location: Town and County.

188

District

No.

Name

634 538 283 608 174 69 555 263 617

Steele. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Stella Stockton Strafford Sturgeon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Sullivan. . . Summersville . . . . . . . . . . . .. Summit Swope Park

51 56 42 45 26 32 46 59 22-B

T . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Union Union Star. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Unionville United......... . Unity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Urbana..................

32 10 3 45 43 41

565 Tebbetts 438 Temperance 299 Temple 177 Texas 661 Theodore Roosevelt 56 Tipton III Trenton 638 Triangle 205 Trilumina 641 Trinity 440 Trowel 34 Troy 360 Tuscan 114 Twilight 12 Tyro

22-A 46 57-B 31 4 33-A 24 33-B 49 29 33-A 26 40

U 593 124 210 5 495 421

Valley Park Van Buren Vandalia Versailles Viburnum Vienna Vincil

No.

. . . . . . .

VVakanda VValker VVallace VVardell VVarren VVarrenton VVashington VVaverly VVayne VVaynesville Webb City Webster VVebster Groves VVellington Wellston Wentzville VVest Gate West View VVestern Light VVestern Star Weston VVestport Whitesville Whitewater VVillard VVilliamstown VVindsor VVinigan Winona Woodside

27 58 48 39 II

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

49 41 10 21 22-B 9 49 45 15 37 3 47 53

20 43 25 51 19 30 42 23 52 38 44 45 57-C

9 57-A 30 57-C

x Xenia

57-C

District

Name

w 52 605 456 665 74 609 87 61 526 375 512 98 84 22 613 46 445 103 396 15 53 340 162 417 620 370 29 540 430 387

v 629 509 491 320 676 94 62

1982

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

563

York

22-B

545 189

Zalma Zeredatha...........

Z 49 9

See "Lodge Directory by Districts" pages 204-221 for location: Town and County.

GRAND SECRETARY'S TABULAR STATEMENT

Name and !';umber and

D~~e~1~eharter

] <

iE \f issou ri-Commonwealth (10-8-1816)

5 7 9 10 II 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 22 23 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 40 41

Meridian (5-6-1852) Beacon (5-10-1849) .... Howard (5-6-1852) United (5-30-1857) O'Sullivan (10-19-1867) George Washington (5-10-1849) Agency (6-1-1866) Pauldin~'ille (5-8-1852) Tyro (4- -1825) Rlsmg Sun (5-6-1852) Eolia (10-16-1884) Western Star (6-1-1866) Memphis (5-6-1852) .. Clarksville (10-8-1830) Palmyra (4-25-1831) .. Paris L:nion (3-1-1835) St. Louis (10-24-1836) . Wellington (5-6-1852) . Florida (5-6-1852) . :'\aphtali (10-14-1839) . Ava (10-13-1887) . Evergreen (5-26-1864) 51. John's (10-14-1839) Windsor (6-2-1866) .. Huntsville (10-8-1840) l.iberty (10-9-1840) .. Humphreys (10-13-1887) . Ralls (6-9-1853) Troy (10-7-1841) Mercer (6-9-1853) . Cooper (10-9-1841) .. Hemple (10-18-1900) Callao (6-2-1866) . Mt. Moriah (10-14-1841) Bismank (10-15-1891)

III

1 1 ~

;;~

.~~

CIl:tIl

3 11 4 2

. . . . . . . .

11 2 2

.s", ~-

.5 u 111111 CIl:tIl

ci.

;

til

.n ~: ::Sill

til til

2 I 4

2 4 I

]

'6 C5

::J

til

1 1

)

4 6

10 2

CIl:

3 2

2 I

2 4

10 3

7 )

I 4 I

5 6

I 6 2

3 4 2

3 3 3 2 3 5

100 157 4

3 6

4 2

7 7 54

I I 2

3 7 12 9 3

~~ ~o

10 6

2 18 6 6 25 3 12 16

]

711 663 1M

2 3

)

6 2

""E ~111

27 11 8 9 8

)

) )

. .

J-] .,.,u

.111

. .

:.c

24 83 89 8 51

)

P-

11 25 28 3 29 1

4 10

::;i

3 15

•

1l~ ~C::

~ 1~ 1~

4M 47 72 143 33 I~

91 %7

58 27 161 125 ~ ~3

120 I~

%2 17 00 I~

110 157

2 4 4

24 2

82 2

113

~l~ _cu:'3

"':'UQ.

~ ... >(

~ QJ,eu

..s

:c"t) ·c·g-;

~:E ::

c o ;0.

.5 E

..c:

1lI~

~::;:·tii

;:....;Q. ~

. t "z"-

-c..:-

~..::~

1,807.00 4,853.25 4,584.00 744.00 5,266.00 800.00 1,008.00 600.00 784.00 1,200.00 3,789.00 335.00 544.00 1,131.00 200.00 808.00 664.00 2,458.00 406.00 225.00 1,082.00 1,037.60 288.00 1,808.00 936.00 758.00 2,820.00 114.00 464.00 1,233.00 792.00 1,188.00 490.00 415.85 2,761.00 888.00

60.00 220.00 80.00 40.00 220.00 40.00 40.00

15.00 55.00 20.00 10.00 55.00 10.00 10.00

20.00 60.00 300.00 20.00 40.00 100.00

5.00 15.00 75.00 5.00 10.00 25.00

60.00 20.00

15.00 5.00

60.00

15.00

60.00

15.00

~oo 20~00

woo

15.00 20.00 50.00

moo ~oo moo woo

5.00 20.00 5.00 15.00

110.00 40.00

26.00 10.00

GRAND SECRETARY'S TABULAF STATEMENT -

Continued

I Name and Number of Lodge and Date of Charter

'tloo

] ~

'tl

I~fferson

(11-15-1841) lair Play (10-18.1900) Bonhomme (10-9-1841) Wentzville (6-2-1866) Fayette (10-17-1842) Fulton (10-19-1842) .. . .. . . . . . . . . . . Xenia (6-2- 1866) Wakanda (10-17-1842) Weston (10-11-1842) Index (10-16-1884) Arrow Rock (10-11-1842) Tipton (6-2-1866) Richmond (10-11-1842) Monticello (10-12-1842) Centralia (l0-19-IH67) New Bloomfield (5-25-1854) Waverly (6-2-1866) Vincil (10-19-1867) Cambridge (6-2-1866) . . . . . . . . .. . . . . Monroe (6-2-1866) . . . . . . .. . . . .. . . Pattonsburg (5-29-1854) Grant City (10-10-1894) Kennett (10-16-1889) Sullivan (6-2-1866) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Savannah (10-28-1844) Gorin (10-13-1892) Eureka (10-16-1845) Warren (10-20-1845) . . . .. . . . . ... Silex (10-21-1897) Independence (10-14-1846) Lebanon (10-14-1846) SI.Joseph (10-14-1846) Polar Star (10-14-1846) Bridgeton (10-14-1846) Jackson (10-15-1846)

'tl

] 4 3 I

I 46 84 .... 2 4 .... I 2 3 I .... .... .... .. .. 2 4 4 38

'tl

t'J

:;: 43 44 45 46 47 4H 50 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 68 69 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 82

<II

tยง

.~ ~

ci: 19 I 9 7 6 5 1 I 2 : 8

I 3 7

~.,.,

;t':

~cJi

.5 ~ .5 -: 3 ..

9 5 7 I 2 9

10 2 5 I I 6.... I H .. . I 3 7 ....

....

I .. ..

I .. 20 .. 1 .. 2 I I 4 2 5 I .. ." ... .. 2 I. .. I. . 3 I I I 2. . . . .. I ' I ... .. 8 5 4 1 .. 5 3 3 2 .. 2. . . . I ... .... .. I I I. ... .. .... 2 2 2 IH II 16 10 .. I I 2 I .. 6 5 10 9 I I I I 6 8 H 2 .. 2 I I...... 9

cj ~

'tl

'ยง

""'

H.. 4 .. 4.. I I 3 I 6 .. 6 15 3 I. . 35 .... :~

4 .~

.. .. .. .. I I

I 2

3 2. . 4.. I. . I. . I 2. . I 20 .. I 21 I 3.. I

]. . e

Q 2 I 8 2 1 3 I 13 I 2 2 I I I I 2 3 I .. I .. 2 I 3 3 I 4 3

<II

etC'<",

'tl

~ 'tl

.. .. .. .. 6.. .. 4 .. .. I.... 3. . .. I 13 .. .. I.... 2. .

47 2 19 3 14

3. . 4.. " 2. . 2.. 2 .. .. .. 3 .. 4 4 3.... I. . 3 3. . .. 5 .. .. 4 .. I. . .. .. 43 .. .. 6 .. .. 14 .. .. 9.. 10 .. .. 2... ..

4 8 I 3 1 II 2 8. . 7. . 9 9 2 4 .. 4 3 2 .. 6 13 I 2. . 7. . 7.. 2 29 II 12 I 51 5 43 3 22 II 7..

::;; ;:J

~.<II

4 I 2 7

11 41 6 8.. 2..

~ '[.:1

~~ ~

]

~~ 580 50 300 193 140 146 168 399 122 96 31 49 295 73 105 60 60 117 72 67 70 90 209 244 227 37 75 42 52 1.697 208 588 175 478 92

-"'~

c:: 0

~ ยง:E

~ <II:E

~:~ ~

~~~

'C::';::'"

"'~'"

~~~

~.=~

"Z~

4,292.00 390.00 2.184.00 1,512.00 1,000.00 1,112.00 1.256.00 2.848.00 875.00 752.00 228.00 368.00 2,304.00 542.00 750.00 429.00 409.00 846.00 487.80 527.00 520.00 696.00 1,421.00 1,920.00 1,649.00 286.00 536.00 274.00 400.00 13,340.00 2,552.00 4,354.00 1,050.00 3,535.00 672.00

380.00 20.00 180.00 140.00 120.00 100.00 20.00 40.00 160.00

95.00 5.00 37.00 35.00 30.00 25.00 5.00 10.00 40.00

40.00

10.00

180.00

45.00

40.00 HO.OO

10.00 20.00

40.00

10.00

20.00 20.00

5.00 5.00

160.00 100.00 40.00 . .. .. . . . . .. .

40.00 25.00 10.00 . . . .

40.00 360.00 20.00 120.00 20.00 120.00 40.00

10.00 90.00 5.00 30.00 5.00 30.00 10.00

Laclede (5-25-1854)

9 2

Brookfield (6-2-1866) Washington (10-12-1847) Defiance (10-17-1878)

. . .

I 2

~~~s~11~~ire gg~ ~~~ ~ ~~1~ :::::::

M Webster Groves (10-21-1897) 87

M ~

00 ~

93 ~ ~

M ~ ~

100 101 I~

1m 1M I~

100 1M I~

110 III

112 113 114 115 116 117 119 IW 121 I~

Perserverance (10-12-1847) . St. ~arks (10-14-1847) .. . . Vienna (10-17-1878) .... Pomegranate (9-21-1916). . . Bethany (5-25-1854) . Webster (5-28-1858) . Mt. Vernon (10-19-1867) Ash Grove (10-18-1899) . Bogard (10-14-1886) . Bloomington (5-10-1849) .. . . West View (6-2-1866 . Heroine (5-10-1849) . Kirksville (5-26-1864) . Gallatin (10-16-1879 . Greenville (10-4-1886) Stanberry (10-17-1878) . Marcus (5-10-1849) . Trenton (5-9-1850) . :-'faitland (10-19-1867) . Plattsburg (5-9-1850) . . . . . Twilight (10-19-1867) . Laddonia (10-12-1882) . Barnes (10-17-1878) Helena (10-22-1924) . Desoto (10-19-1867) . Compass (5-10-1850) . Erwin (5-9-1851) . Triplett (10-12-1893) .

10 10 I 10

8 6 I

10 2

2 ....

5 I

I 5 3

3 6 5

6 4

2 6

2 3

4 I

9 14

18 5 4 2 I 4 5 '" 3.... Consolidated with and Merged into Wakanda 2

.... I I

17 14

2 I 3

II I

I 6

5 26 5 14 34

.. I

8 3 4 I

7 IS

3 .. 7 423 4 I 2 6 3 13

3 10 17 2 7

.. I

9 3

2 I

20 8 2

.. I

1';0.

.. I

30 3 9 3 7 52 I 5

64 24

4 4

7 7 2

6 8

13 24

I I II

I 4

10 2

7 4 I

3 6

58 3

10 6 17 I

221 478 186 185 44 306 98 165 364 42 300 140 167 102 123

1,874.00 3,744.00 1,432.00 1,343.00 336.00 2,237.00 752.00 1,226.00 2,626.00 358.00 2,184.00 987.00 1,252.00 750.00 920.00

26 62 825 481 107 107 70 229 327 35 89 482 38 69 33 230 170 100 25

200.00 456.00 5,665.80 3,622.00 751.00 640.00 582.00 1,758.00 2,356.00 242.00 656.00 3,627.00 296.00 528.00 268.00 1,744.00 1,353.00 679.50 192.00

200.00 150.00 200.00 50.00 20.00 5.00 200.00 46.00 220.00 I 55.00 20.00 100.00 20.00 60.00 120.00 100.00 40.00 6000

5.00 25.00 5.00 15.00 30.00 25.00 10.00 15.00

60.00 115.00 200.00 50.00 77.00 40.00 10.00 140.00 35.00

~40.00

120.00 20.00

I 30.00 5.00

500.00 1125.00

80.00 20.00

I 20.00 5.00

GRAND SECRETARY'S TABULAR STATEMENT -

l"ame and :'\umber and

D~~eL~1~~harter

] lE

123 124 125 126 127 128 129 131 132 133 135 136 137 138 139 141 142 143 144 145 147 149 150 151 152 153 154 156 157 158 162 163 164 168 169 170

Hermann (5-10-1850) . Union Star (10-15-1885) ..... McFall-Gentryville (5-10-1850) Seaman (5-28-1858) . Athens (5-8-1851) . Lorraine (10-17-1878) . Monell (10-15-1890) . Potosi (5-28-1851) . Farmington (5-10-1851) . Star of the West (5-5-1851) Braymer (10-17-1889) . Phoenix (5-9-1859) .... Delphian (10-17-1895) Lincoln (6-2-1866) " Oregon (5-31-1855) Amsterdam (9-27-1906) . Pleasant Grove (5-31-1855) . Irondale (5-26-1864) . Modern (10-19-1867) . Latimer (10-19-1899) . Cass (10-17-1867) . Lexington (6-4-1855) . Bermmg (5-28-1858) . Milton (6-11-1855) . Linn Creek (10-12-1869) . Bloomfield (5-28-1859) . Ionic (10-17-1901) . Ashland (5-28-1859) . North Star (5-29-1856) . Mountain Grove (10-15-1885) . Whitesville (5-28-1856) . Occidental (5-29-1856) .. Joachim (5-31-1856) . Colony (5-26-1864) . Camden Point (10-19-1867) Benevolence (5-30-1857) ...

"'E.

]

':l:

00 "1:<0

] ~

~~ os •.., ~

~~ c: .

ell:(/)

·~z

<II

v <lI

Continued

..., :i

<0 <0

ci.

;

" <II rJ)(/)

:Jl

]

.§ 01

~ c5

...<II

::i

]

ci.

1><

;

rJ)

L..;

10 I : I

2 13

2I :: I

6 2 2

10 5 2

ell:

12 2 5

I:: I

]

C-IE OC<li

6~ In:.J

112

7 3

....

II I 9 4 I

I 6 3

"'2 : I

{;

4 3 I

5 I I

I 6 I

I 4

2 4 I

3 6 I

6 12

6 2 4

2 5 I

3 8 3

9 I

2 2

2 10

I I I

3 5 19 10

112

6 4 I

6 6 2

4 .

·1

45 57 109 143 211 151 204 97 94 89 58 51 146 52 53 81 56

5 '

~§

3 2 4 1 I 2

I 4

10 2 5 2

~"1:

415

3 I 4 I I 2 2

Consolidatcd with and \ferKcd Into LodKe of LiKht :'\0. 257 .. I IU . .. I:~ .. .. I .... 6 4 6

c: o

<Ii

230 208 72 39 222 155 174 132 150 133 /l3 171 222 45

77 32

C-I'"

~!~

oc ... >< a-. ~.~ -"-~

;C.

:c~

.!: E

~:~ ':

;::-:"-

·c·g·~

:;;.=~

~ ~~

os~ '" .~ ~ c;z;l:

5.00 5.00

792.00 353.00 416.00 748.00 1,072.00

20.00 20.00 20.00

5.00

1,635.00 1,137.00 1,607.10 692.00 709.00 626.00 452.00 347.00 1,114.00 376.00 436.00 544.00 404.00 862.00 1,800.00 1,602.00 593.00 288.00 1,688.00 1,022.00 1,344.00 926.00 1,060.00 1,000.00 74/l.00 1,472.00 1,726.00 344.00 608.00 232.00

26U.00 20.00 60.00 40.00 140.00 20.00 60.00

65.00 5.00 15.00 10.00 27.00 5.00 15.00

20.00 80.00 20.00 20.00 40.00 40.00 200.00 100.00 40.00 20.00 80.00 200.00 40.00 100.00 40.00 80.00 60.00 20.00 120.00 20.00 100.00

5.00 20.00 5.00 5.00 !O.OO 10.00 50.00 25.00 10.00 5.00 20.00 50.00 10.00 21.00 10.00 20.00 15.00 5.00 30.00 5.00 25.00

171 172 173 174 176 177 179 180 182 183 184 185 187 188 189 190 193 195 197 198 199 204 205 206 207 208 209 210 211 212 213 215 216 217

Hartford (5-30-1857) .............. Censer (lO-14-H!75) ........ Gray Summit (10-23-1903) .... Sturgeon (5-30-1857) ............ Point Pleasant (5-30-1857) .......... Texas (10-19-1867) .............. Pride of the West (5-28-1858) ....... Pr.ramid (9-21-1916) ......... Pilot Knoh (10-17-1895) ............ California (10-19-1898) ............ Morley (10-19-1899) ............... Chamois (5-28-1859) . ........... Hermon (10-17-1889) .. .......... Hannihal (5-28-1859) .. ..... Zeredatha (5-28-1859) ...... Putnam (5-28-1859) . Angerona (5-28-1859) .. . .......... Bolivar (10-19-1867) .. . ...... Carthage (10-19-1867) ............. AllenSVille (5-30-1860) ......... :-';ew Hope (5-:11-1860) ............. Rowley (10-19-1867) .. Trilumina (10-19-1867) ..... Somerset (5- 29-1861 ) .............. Clay (5-30-1861) .. .... Salisbury (10-19-1867) Poplar Bluff (5-30-1861) .... . .. Cnionville (5-30-1861) ........... Hickory Hill (10-19-1867) ... Four Mile (10-19-1867) ... Rolla (5-30-1861) .................. Hornersville (5-30-1861) .......... Hale City (10-12-1893) ........... Barbee (10-19-1867) .... .....

.... .... ... I

....

2 5

7 4

7 1 5

I I

2 7 3 3

.... 3

I . ...

...

2 I

1:-1

2 4 I

. ...

I I

....

10 9

5 5

.... ....

. ... ..

8 5

9 2

1 2 6

I :I

...

7 I

.. .. ..

3 3

15 2

... . ...

...

4 I

6 10 2 I

2 3

8 9 3 I

I I

.... I

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

3 6 7

....

6 1 3 2

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

I I I

2 4

.. .. :-1

.. I 1

2 5 2 2 2 9 12 I 3

2 4 5 18 3

.. .. .. ..

6 6

2 3 3 :-1

.. ..

.. I

2 13

2 3 7 3 3 6 7 3

.. .. .. .. ..

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

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

5 10 4 7 2 2 10 20

5 2 I

18 5 9 6 12 57 14 I II

2 16 5 I

. ...

.. .. .. .. ..

I I

...

.. .. .. ..

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

16 2 3 3

2 1 2 5

.. ..

1:~8

:I I

10 2 I

7 20 12 I

5 51 3 4 16

82 160 80 50 65 112 135 284 39 143 101 81 134 186 650 77 95

5 I I I

321 42 101 74 198 71 207 90 404 153 39 137 453 114 68 107

624.00 1.244.00 608.30 344.00 488.00 864.00 1,016.00 2.124.00 304.00 1.000.00 729.00 560.00 1,030.00 1.378.00 4.744.00 471.00 752.00 1,088.00 2,524.00 370.00 761.00 576.00 1,536.00 540.00 1,655.00 664.00 3,056.00 1,141.00 296.00 1,048.00 3,228.00 919.00 501.00 738.00

20.00 60.00 60.00 20.00 40.00 140.00 60.00 60.00

5.00 15.00 15.00 5.00 10.00 35.00 15.00 15.00

40.00

10.00

......

. ...

20.00

50.00

200.00

50.00

260.00

65.00

100.00 100.00 60.00

25.00 25.00 15.00

100.00

25.00

190.00

46.00

160.00 100.00 20.00 60.00 300.00 40.00

40.00 25.00 5.00 15.00 75.00 10.00

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

.... . ...

GRAND SECRETARY'S TABULAR STATEMENT -

Name and :-.lumber and

D~~!·~1~~harter

]

i:::

]

218 219 220 221 222 223 224 225 226 227 228 230 231 232 233 234 236 237 238 239 241 243 244 245 246 247 249 251 253 254 255 256 259 257

Good Hope (5-30-1861) Albert Pike (10-17-1895) Kansas City (5-30-1861) ... Mystic Tie (5-30-1861) La Belle (10-11-1888) . Ray (9-21-1921) . Hamilton (10-19-1867) . Salem (5-29-1862) . Saline (5-29-1862) . Cypress (5-29-1862) . Shelbina (5-29-1862) .. St. .lames (5-29-1863) Cardwell (10-19-1899) Polo (10-17-1876) ... Bucklin (5-26-1864) St. Francois (5-26-1864) ............ Sedalia (5-24-1864) ................ LaPlata (6-22-1866) ................ Rushville (5-26-1865) .............. Hopewell (10-13-1881) ........... Palestine (5-26-18 ................. Keystone (5-26-1865) .............. Middle Fabius (5-26-1865) .......... Knob Noster (5-26-1865) ........... Montgomery (1-12-1920) ........... Neosho (5-28-1856) ................ Carroll (10-19-1867) .............. Hope (10-15-1868) ......... . ..... Laredo (10-15-1868) ........ Butler (10-15-1868) ................ Alton (10-15-1868) ........ Shekinah (l0-15-1R68) ............. Lodge of Light (10-15-1868) ........ Lodge of Love (10-15-1 R68) ........

]

~I: QGVl

:i":

~<O ~o

:;3U-;

§~

';j ~ QGVl

3 3 2 18

7 I

:I I ...: I .... I

ci eo; i

<.D <.D

,n ~~ :l <J

VlVl

]

u ::?1

;:i

~ :l

] ]. )(

::>;11 61:

2....

r1 71

I ••

Consolidated with and Merged Into Marceline No. 481

:i 3 1 15

...

2 16 11 2 4 20 2

I 1 1

I 12 8 4 12 1 1

2 2 5 1 3 4

I I

....

4 13

... ...

I 1 1 10

....

8 2 5 3

2 3 2 4

3 2

. ...

.. ..

16 10 2

I 2

.... ..

.... ...

1 13 6

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

.. .. .. ..

3 9

1 18 3 4 3 12 7

2 3 4

9 8

2 2 1 2 4

I 7 5 14 3 J

.. .. ..

15 3 1

.. .. .. ..

I I

1 3 10 1 1

2 2

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

.. .. .. .. .. I .. .. .. .. .. ..

5 33 8 6 3 11 17 3

.. 2 2 1

27 15 4 12

3 2

3 5 22 4 8

6 1

:x).~"O

::::J~

00 ... )(

oo~

;:;~

402 211 259 72 113 51 51 269 164 160 157 65 80 81 453 149 82 180 527 194 31 103 243 310 44 181 60 124 108 245 66 80

-::l.r-o

~]~

2,282.00 1,488.00 1,819.00 488.00 824.00 361.00 361.00 2,118.00 1,248.00

20.00 60.00 60.00 40.00 360.00 140.00 140.00 40.00 100.00

<J.'"

1,171.00 1,181.00 520.00 604.00 702.00 3,360.00 1,116.00 608.00 1,368.00 4,130.00 1,424.00 196.00 901.00 1,704.00 2,378.00 320.00 1,336.00 463.00 986.00 750.70 1,844.00 502.00 586.00

.:: E ..c",~.~~

·2·g~ -;...:.:i": ~.~~

0"> 0--

]

S !>C.

="'~

c..E

L~U

i I .. lc~n":T·dlh ':I M·~il'''· rwr,.

.~ .§

~.§

E o

95 9 16 18 23 10 . 5 1 2 1 0 I .. 1 3 324 8 3 6 20

I .. I ..7 . . . .

1 2..

Continued

30.00

.~O'.~~

(,)z ....

5.00 15.00 15.00 10.00 90.00 35.00 35.00 10.00 25.00

2.00 5.00

20.00

5.00

40.00 320.00 220.00 40.00 80.00 400.00 40.00 20.00 40.00

10.00 80.00 55.00 10.00 20.00 100.00 10.00 5.00 10.00

300.00

75.00

40.00 40.00 100.00 20.00 60.00 80.00

10.00 10.00 25.00 5.00 15.00 20.00

. ..

260 262 263 265 267 268 269 270 271 272 273 274 276 270 279 281

Mechanicsville (10-15-1868) Holden (10-15-1868). . Summit (10-15-1868) . Corilllhian (W-15-1868) Aurora (I0-15-186H)

. .

4 7 6 9

~~~~~e~IIH~~u:rO~\~~II~i~)6~). : : : : :

:'-Jew Salem (10-18-1868) . Solomon (10-15-1868) . . . . . . . . . Granite (10-15-1868) . . SI. Clair (10-15-1868) Cold Spring (10-16-1879) ..... Grand River (10-15-1868) Essex (9-29-1904) . . . .. . . . ..... Hogles Creek (10-15-1868) FenlOn (10-15-1868) . 282 Cosmos (10-15-1868) .. . . . . 283 Stockton (10-15-1868) . 384 Canopy (10-17-1889) . 285 Earl (10-15-1868) . 287 Craft (10-15-1868) . ..... 288 Hermitage (10-15-1 H68) . 289 Graham (10-18-1900) . . 290 Fairmont (10-15-1868) . 291 Edina (10-15-1868) . . 292 l.amar (W-15-1868) . . 293 Sarwxie (10-15-1868) . 294 Mound City (10-15-1868) . 295 Moniteau (10-15-1868) . 296 Sparta (10-10-1888) '" . 298 Sampson (10-18-1900) 299 Temple (10-15-1868) . 300 Doric (10-15-1868) . . 302 Lick Creek (10-15-1868) . 303 Osage (10-15-1868) . 305 Cecile Daylight (10-17-1923) . 307 :\ew London (1O-12-IH69) . 308 Parrott (10-12-1869) . . 310 Sikeston (10-12-1869) . . 311 Kearney (10-12-1869) .

5 4 6 3

4 5 9 2

15 I :12

II I 32 3

3 I

4 I 3 I 16

I I 9 1 I

:1 12 -1 1 10

8 I 14

I 4

3 2 2

4 I 2 13 4 29

6 I 16 2 19 7 2 3 I I I

3 5

2 2 18

5 6 II I 15

6 I 4

I 41 ....

....

31 I

.... ., ... I

217 I~

587

3 36 23 13

~ 9~

6 5 I

I 5

6 2

15 21 10 12

I.... 41"1'"

4 12

427 77

91 91 ~6

217 I~

21 119

....

5 .... 3. . .. 4 .... I

N\ 3 70 "1 82 10 .. 2 1 .. 7

1 I

2 I 52

I I.... 5 3 I 5 .. 3 I 5 I II

6 8

2 I I

12 7 4

II 12

4 3 I

749.00 1,040.00 3,196.00 1,547.00 1,141.60 344.00 4,549.70 568.00 7,538.00 3,195.00 557.00 775.00 384.00 705.00 736.00 3,064.00 1,617.00 960.00 1,837.00 168.00 888.00 960.00 407.00

8 2 I

.. "1

~ I~

I 9 12 12 23

~onISOlidat~dl wit~ a1nd ~elrged l~tlO Willilam~t~WI'1l

5642.. 2 2 I 4 Ii 2 2 2 13 .... I I 3 .... .... 4 6 I .... I .... I 10 7 6 9

....

21 :1 4 41 I 1 13233 1 H H 5. .. 2322 I I I

3 I

..,

I 6

110 172 75 100 ~

~ ~7 ~

113 I~ I~ ~

77 3~ ~

894.00 1,344.00 536.00 848.00 224.00 592.00 530.00 2,366.00 390.00 857.00 1,451.00 952.00 690.00 528.00 2,808.00 392.00

80.00 116.00 140.00 35.00 120.00 30.00 180.00 45.00 10.00 40.00 260.00 165.00 20.00 5.00 740.00 185.00 35.00 140.00 60.00

15.00

40.00

10.00

200.00 80.00 20.00 200.00

«.00 20.00 5.00 50.00

60.00 60.00 40.00

15.00 15.00 10.00

60.00 60.00 160.00 40.00 20.00 100.00 40.00 120.00

I 15.00 15.00 40.00 10.00 5.00 25.00 10.00 30.00

40.00 60.00 40.00

10.00 15.00 10.00

200.00 20.00

50.00 5.00

GRAND SECRETARY'S TABULAR STATEMENT -

~ame

and :'\lumber of Lodge and Date of Charter

]

312 313 315 316 318 319 320 321 323 324 325 326 327 328 330 331 332 334 335 336 337 338 339 340 342 344 345 346 347 349 351 352 353 354 355 356 358

Cuba (10-13-1887) .... ~eramec (10-19-1923) Jerusalem (10-22-1896) Rural (10-12-1869) Eldorado (10-12-1869) Paulville (10-12-1869) Versailles (10-18-1923) Jonathan (10-12-1869) l:ornerstone (10-12-1869) ~cDonald (10-12-1869) Dockery (10-12-1869) . Linn (10-19-1898) ~t. Zion (10-13-1870) Cainsville (10-13-1870) . Paul Revere (10-26-1923) . . . Charity (10-13-1870) . Excello (9-29-1904) Breckenridge (10-13-1870) .. Joplin (10-13-1871) . lIallsville (10-17-1878) .

~I~r~~ra~~!~(: ~O! fg! ~~;~) .::

]

:...

1l.

-,;l<D lUe

.~~

]

.~ 7:

-;;

c.::",

c.::

. .

;u-;

lU lU c.::",

o ~

.,.; 0..-:

0..

:s '"

:.J

:llU

"''''

-,;l

.ยง

3 23

2 19

2 15

I 7

14 I

3 30

3 I

Fidelity (10-13-1870) . Westport (10-11-1894) . Circle (10-13-1870) . Moberly (10-13-1870) . . Fellowship (10-13-1870) .. Arlington (10-13-1870) . Amenca (9-17-1919) . Pollock (10-16-1884) . . ~osaic (10-13-1870) . Friend (10-13-1870) . . Barnesville (9-27-1906) . Hebron (10-13-1870) . Adelphi (10-13-1870) . Ancient Landmark (10-17-1873) :'\Iorthwest (10-15-1884) .

... I 3

12 2

H 2

7 3

4 2 I 2 14

1 1

3 12 10 3 1 I

10 1

14 I

5 5

I 2 I 13 1 2

8 3 7 2

10 3

3 12 5 3

6 7 9 8 1

1 1 2 12

1 1

4 17 17

2 2 14 1 2 5

ยง lU c.::

20 11

]

C"E

oov

143 146 43 123 47 83

2 I II

. ....

3 1 9

;...J

~ยง

9 2

-,;l

..!:i

E lU ,,]

12 3

. . . . .

]

15 I 2 I I

I ;..;

10 10

Continued

3 8

16:~

25 20 2 15 16

437 40

228

1 2

15 88 3 3 30 4 9 2 II 51 2 21 20

10 I

17 II

6 8 3

6 5 4

22 I

157

194 73 362 843 21 48 511

4 1 2 4

48 265 180 65 392 41 346 626 121 279 91 78 210 127 315 45 73 95

v E o

;0.

u=-c

.S E .c V-,;l

c: o

C"~

:Jd': 00 ... x

'c='~

~~~

"..:~

~:;~

~i]

1,303.00 1,144.00 300.00 880.00 354.00' 648.00 1,187.00 318.00 1,606.00

80.00 100.00 60.00

20.00 25.00 15.00

60.00 40.00 40.00

15.00 10.00 10.00

:~,414.00

180.00 40.00

45.00 10.00

~'5-~

304.00 1,323.00 1,505.00 518.00 2,746.00 6,032.00 152.00 360.00 3,880.00 344.00 2.163.40 1,341.00 440.00 2,750.00 304.00 2,608.00 4,866.00 927.00 2,055.00 640.00 592.00 1,697.00 990.00 2,433.00 352.00 482.00 710.00

120.00

30.00

60.00 460.00

I115.00 15.00

240.00 40.00 160.00 40.00 40.00 20.00 20.00 60.00 240.00 200.00 60.00 20.00 20.00 200.00 20.00 280.00

60.00 10.00 40.00 10.00 10.00 5.00 5.00 15.00 60.00 50.00 15.00 5.00 5.00 50.00 5.00 70.00

10.00 40.00

1.00 10.00

360 Tuscan (10-13-1870) . 361 Riddick (l0-13-IH71) . . 362 Hiram (J0-13-1870) . 363 Fraternal (10-13-1870) . 364 Higginsville (10-14-1880) 365 Bayou (10-11-1888) . 366 Adair (l0-13-18HI) . . 367 Barry (10-13-1870) . 36H Crescent Hill (10-13-1871) . 369 Composite (10-13-1871) . 370 Williamstown (10-13-1870) 371 Sheldon (10-11-1 H83) . 373 Belle (9-27-1906) . 375 Waynesville (10-IO-IHH8) . 376 KinS Hill (10-13-1870) . . 377 AnCIent Crall (10-13-1871) . 37H Berlin (3-19-1906) . . 379 Billings (l0-I:i-1881) . 3HO Queen City (10-13-1871) . 381 Ionia (l0-13-IH71) . 383 Pythagoras (l0-16-IH72) .. 384 East Prairie (9-29-1904) .. . . 385 Richland (10-1 H-190 I) . 387 Woodside (10-13-1871) . 389 Arcana (l0-13-IH71) . 391 Ravtown (l0-13-IH71) 392 Ch'ristian (l0-13-IH71) 393 Bee Hive (10-I:i-IH71) . 396 397 ~~~~;71 ~i~~~~I(J~2l3-.1871).. 398 Jasper (l0-16-IH73) . 399 Pike (10-13-1871) . 400 Decatur (10-13-1871) 401 Carterville (10-12-1893) 403 Lowry City (l0-16-IH73) ..... 404 Rosendale (10-22-1 H96) ..

8 3 I

3 6 3

16 2 2 3 3

3 2

I 13 2

13 2 6

4 44

12 II

12 9

9 II

10 H

5 6

3 3

4 II

IH 5

2 H 10 5

I I I 1

2 2

I I

• I

.• I

I I

2 I

I 3 :i

8 3

II II I 2

12 22 6 2

:i I

H I

I 3

.. !

2:~14

'161 9

II 9

2.~

2 2

4 2

2 2

2 2 9 7 I

3 5 3

:i ' 2

I I

3 I

3 52

6 6 6 I 21

4 4

2 2

6 5

I II

375 114 8H 116 104 65 503 34 116 118 IOH 76 167 425 610 81 :i5 10H 54 179 101 112 207 41 22 78H 104 119 63 71 67 27 59 101 45 99

2,957.00 H96.00 648.00 H5H.00 790.00 515.00 3,865.00 272.00 924.00 H96.00 848.85 592.00 1,284.00 3,2H7.00 4.680.00 579.00 270.00 HOO.OO 321.00 1,334.00 715.00 880.00 1,703.00 312.00 176.00 6.207.00 790.00 944.00 496.00 504.00 504.00 216.00 415.00 776.00 352.00 712.00

160.00 60.00

40.00 15.00

60.00 40.00

15.00 10.00

260.00 40.00 120.00 20.00

61.00 10.00 30.00 5.00

40.00 HO.OO 220.00 360.00 100.00

10.00 20.00 55.00 90.00 21.00

180.00 210.00 40.00 100.00 120.00 60.00 40.00

45.00 51.00 10.00 25.00 30.00 15.00 10.00

460.00 280.00 40.00 40.00 40.00 60.00 60.00 20.00 60.00 20.00

115.00 70.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 15.00 15.00 5.00 15.00 5.00

GRAND SECRETARY'S TABULAR STATEMENT -

Name and Number and

D~~eL~1~eharter

1l .~

< 405 406 407 410 411 412 413 414 415 416 417 419 421 422 424 427 429 430 432 433 435 438 439 440 441

442 443 444

Everton (10-15-1885) . Malden (10-13-1881) . Charleston (10-12-1893) . Iberia (10-13-1871) . joppa (10-16-1872) Appleton City (10-13-1871) .. Yaney (10-16-1873) Greensburg (10-13-1871) Hunnewell (10-12-1871) Cache (10-12-1871) Whitewater (10-13-1881) Star (10-16-1872) Urbana (10-15-1886) Gate of the Temple (10-16-1872) Samaritan (10-16-1872) Glenwood (10-16-1873) New Madrid (10-17-1873) Winona (10-10-1894) Competition (10-15-1891) Macks Creek (11-1-1878) Rockbridge (10-21-1897) Temperance (10-16-1872) Mt. Olive (10-16-1872) Trowel (10-16-1872) " Excelsior (10-16-1872) Burlington (10-13-1881) .. Anchor (10-16-1872) . Ada (10-16-1872) . West Gate (10-11-1888) . Ivanhoe (10-17-1901) . ~cobr (~0-17-1901) .

445 446 447 448 ::: 450 453 Forsyth (10-16-1872) ... 454 Continental (10-21-1903) 456 Wallace (10-16-1872) ....

Be~~n~~\)j~~ik~-i)8:.3.'.

:: : : :

1l.

] ]

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

v;~

tU.n ;;-

·~i .50 III III

QGrIi

QGVl

ci.

~~ ::llll

.,.;

VlVl

]

~ ::l

III

..!:

E III

:::>:]

c::

C'lE 00 III

~§

oJS onU

3 6 3

2 3

..21

6 5

3 I I 33 3 5 2 2 . .. 3

2 2 3 50 118 8 3 4 .. 4 7

3 49 2

I I

3 \ I 2 5.... 9 2 I 3.... 31"1"1 56 I .... .. .. 2 I I .. I 2 4.. .. 7,. Consolidated with and Merged Into Rosendale No. 404 I 2 2 I

2 37 2

3 42

21 2

~n 4

6 2

4 I I

I 2

I :~

.. I

4 1

8 II

I 2 3

10 3

I I

6 2 6 4 I

12 4

2 6 I 3 16

2 4 7

9 3 I I

6fi I

521 3

I 2

5 1 9

9 3 6 55 I I

I 24 .. 25 167 2 3

72 2

47 5

4 I

~'5--g

E o

60·

:t:

.5 E

.;~~ -.., 0;'~ 15.00 20.00 30.00 15.00 5.00 10.00

·2·g~

::;&~

~:e~ .... c:: 1lI ""_~

44 155 168 171 34 84

299.00 1.186.00 1,280.00 1,334.00 256.00 616.00

60.00 80.00 120.00 60.00 20.00 40.00

93 29 322 132 43 50 1.515 167 55 166 32 56 124 38 109 101 128 241 62 306.00 98 254 962 31 47 249 168 70 51

728.00 224.00 2,212.00 981.00 334.00 376.00 11,728.00 1,240.00 404.00 1,254.00 256.00 432.00 932.00 304.00 836.00 789.00 946.0() 1,848.00 488.00 2,233.00 796.00 1,904.00 6,378.00 240.00 352.00 1,960.00 1,276.00 536.00 374.00

::;:::>:

<:,<'"

~~~

]

c:: o

III

]

-.5

\0 \0

I 12 4

;;0

. . . .

"0\0

Continued

00 ... l<

.c::IlI"O

"'~'-

20.00

5.00

140.00 100.00

35.00 25.00

.....

. ...

60.00 15.00 980.00 245.00 40.00 10.00

.....

. ...

80.00 20.00 40.00 20.00

20.00 5.00 10.00 5.00

120.00 40.00 120.00

30.00 10.00 30.00

160.00 80.00 20.00 220.00

36.00 20.00 5.00 55.00

80.00 180.00 60.00 20.00 20.00

20.00 45.00 15.00 5.00 5.00

......

....

. ...

457 459 460 461 462 463 466 467 469 470 471 472 473 476 477 479 480 481 482 483 484 485 486 487 488 489 490 491 492 495 496 497 499 500 501 .~02

Jonesburg (10-12-1893) Hazelwood (10-16-1872) Lambskin (10-16-1872) Caruthersville (10-16-1872) Santa Fe (10-16-1873) Clifton (10-13-1881) Southwest (10-15-1890) Pleasant Hope (lO-16-187:i) Plato (10-16-1873) l\odaway (10-17-1873) Mineral (10-17-1873) Pickering (lO-17-187:i) Nineveh (10-15-1874) Mt. Hope (10-15-1874) Henderson (10-15-1874) Rich Hill (10-29-1881) Jewel (10-17-1878) Marceline (10-17-1889) . Clintonville (10-15-1874) Fairfax (10-15-1874) Kirkwood (10-15-1874) Coldwater (10-13-1881) Cairo (10-15-1874) ..... Chilhowee (9-27-1906) ..

4 I 4

2 I

4 4

3 16 6

2 12 6

I 2

9 7

1 I

4 2

. . ..

. ....

. .

. . . .

I 2

. . . . .

. .

I I

. . . .

I I

6 7

2 2 2

....

2 ....

....

I 2

8 6

I 3

....

8 26

6 I....

3 10

2 4 9 3

I I ..

I 2 5

.... 2

2 7

I I 3

.. 5

I I 2 2 2 2 2 I I

3 3 .

3 3

ta~~\~8;i(ltj~~ik~4\8~~):

Montevallo (10-15-1874) Vandalia (10-12-1876) Daggett (10-12-1876) L'mty (10-17-1895) . Robert Burns (10-11-1877) Eyuality (9-27-1906) . Harmony (9-19-1917) Jameson (10-11-1877) . Bu<:kner (10-11-1877) .. . Philadelphia (10-11-1877)

2 I 4

3 I 33 6

Consolidated with and Merged Into Xenia No. 50

:i2

2 5 10 2

I 2

....

10 3

3 2 24 3

2 I

I I

2 I

8 7 8

5 10 7 5 :i7 3

2 7

3 2

5 10

....

3 9

6 31 3 I 2

I 2 2 4

72 119 515 88 20 98 69 93 249 309 69

569.00 1,052.00 3,862.00 643.00 152.00 744.00 468.00 731.00 1,990.00 2,354.30 560.00

41 140 218 66 254 214 143 126 531 63 50 40 50 107 46 108 48 56 81 119 242 20 146 19

312.00 1,184.00 1,688.00 464.00 1,950.45 1,670.00 1,089.00 962.00 3,952.00 480.00 384.00 246.00 348.00 784.00 336.00 824.00 304.00 440.00 632.00 854.00 1,765.00 120.00 1,134.00 136.00

40.00 60.00 80.00

10.00 15.00 20.00

80.00 60.00 320.00 120.00 20.00 20.00

20.00 15.00 80.00 30.00 5.00 5.00

60.00 60.00 20.00 120.00 140.00

15.00 15.00 5.00 30.00 35.00

40.00 160.00 20.00

10.00 40.00 5.00

20.00 40.00 40.00 40.00 40.00 40.00 20.00 20.00 60.00 60.00

5.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 5.00 5.00 15.00 15.00

40.00

10.00

GRAND SECRETARY'S TABULAR STATEMENT -

:'\ame and :'\lumber and

D~;'~feharter

] l:

';;: 503 504 505 506 508 509 510 511 512 513 514 515 518 519 520 521 522 525 526 527 528 529 531 532 533 534 535 536 537 538 539 540 541 542 543

Prairie Home (10-13-1881) Platte City (10-12-1881) . Euclid (9-21-1917) . Lathrop (10-12-1882) . Saxton (10-12-1882) . Van Buren (10-12-1882) .. ]\;ew Hampton (10-28-1925) Skidmore (10-12-1882) . Webb City (10-12-1882) . Senath (10-22-1902) .. . . Granby (10-22-1902) . Galena (10-12-1882) . Oriental (10-11-1883) Crane (10-22-1896) . Clifton Heights (10-10-1894) .. Lockwood (10-11-1883) . Gate City (10-11-1883) . C~nningham (10-14-1884) . Wayne (10-15-1885) . Higbee (10-15-1885) . Conway (10-15-1885) . Apollo (9-18-1918) . Lanes Prairie (10-15-1885) . Dexter (10-13-1887) ... Comfort (10-19-1898) .. Columbia (10-13-1887) . Blackwell (10-13-1887) Ingomar (10-13-1887) .. Bethel (10-11-1888) . Stella (10-17-1889) . Dawn (10-17-1889) . Winigan (10-17-1889) . Jacksonville (9-29-1904) . Ferguson (10-16-1889) .. Mansfield (10-15-1891) .. 544 Algabil (9-19-1917) .....

1l.

]

~~ c . '0;:'-;

0:;~

'05

co:

co: til

"U<o ~o

~lri

.5 -.; Q.I

Q.I

cl:<Il

ci ~

~ ~

,";

ci.

::i

]

.ยง

<Jltll

::l '-' Q.I

]

r.j

ci.--: '"

:J til

Continued

;:i

/:t. _

L,L.;

'[x

~"U

~ยง ~O 6 2

c :~ ~

co:

c-<'"

~.5,~

]

:ZJci:

c-<E oo~

:>eo-X

~~;:

~::;

I 4

50 137

77 152

344.00 1.048.00 2.089.00 434.00 1.512.00 720.00 512.00 863.70 740.00 738.00 514.00 1.160.00

4~.OO

lYI

5 4 2 4

2 3 I

10 2

6 3

6 37

I I 2

51 5 6 9

I I

2 2

6 2 13

3 4

2 5

2 2

10 8

II 4

10 5 5

115 IW

7 5 6 3 3

2 2 2

I I

401 72

I~ ~

6 4 3 4

III

3 14

5 8 3 28

2 3

2 4 I 4 I 2

173

160

59 ~

I 10

45 42 42 517 ~

251

574.00 2.877.00 536.00 2.624.00 423.00 1.342.00 456.00 359.10 894.00 840.00 1.384.00 528.00 1.240.00 555.00 840.00 482.00 480.00 361.00 347.00 294.00 4.001.25 640.00 1.792.00

;C.

oS .:= ยง~

.:: E -S~~

::;;:.:~

j~~

[~~

~~ยฃ

40.00 40.00 20.00 140.00 20.00

10.00 10.00 5.00 35.00 5.00

80.00 40.00 80.00

4.00 10.00 20.00

20.00 40.00

5.00 10.00

100.00 40.00 40.00

25.00 10.00 10.00

80.00

20.00

60.00

15.00

60.00 80.00

15.00 20.00

40.00 100.00 20.00 200.00 160.00 20.00

10.00 25.00 5.00 14.00 40.00 5.00

200.00 100.00 40.00

50.00 25.00 10.00

545 546 547 548 549 550 551 552 554 555 556 558 559 560 561 563 564 565 566 567 568 569 570 571 572 573 574 575 576 577 578 579 581 582 585 586

Zalma (10-15-1890) . Orient (9-22-1920) . South Gate (10-15-1890) . Clinton (10-15-1890) . Carl Junction (10-15-1891) . Rose Hill (10-15-1891) . Pendleton (10-14-1891) . Calhoun (10-15-1891) . Foster (10-15-1891) . Summersville (10-15-1891) . Prairie (10-13-1892) . Moscow (10-11-1892) . Clarksdale (10-12-1893) . Nelson (10-12-1893) . Cowgill (10-12-1893) . York (10-15-1895) . Jamesport (10-19-1898) . Tebbetts (10-22-1902) .

~~r~~(~-ÂŤ(g~~j 1904) . : : : : : : : :

:"aylor (9-29-1904) . Marlborough (l0-2?-1927) . Republic (9-28-190:Âť . Hayti (9-28-1905) . Rutledge (9-28-1905) . Bernie (9-28-1905) . LaMonte (9-27-1905) . Easter (9-28-1905) . Olive Branch (9-27-1906) Ewing (9-27-1906) . Forest Park (9-27-1906) Grandin (9-27-1906) . IIlmo (9-27-1906) .

~~:~~:~(~_~9i~?9J~:)6~ .::::

Criterion (9-26-1907)

3 I I

6 10 3

I 4

3 26 10 8

I 4

I II

2 6

3 3

I 2 I 2

2 I 2

3 8

I 2 2 15

4 2 I 22

II 2 4 I

10 I 6 2

4 I

I 5 3

I II 3

2 I

9 2 I I 2

6 2

5 13

6 27

4 I

2 19 16 3

7 88 36 26 7 26 2 5 3 2

3 6 5 2

7 5

8 I

6 2

8 3

2 2 2 I

149 550 229 337 121 261 83 38 63 95 30 50 51 26 57 163 73 50 365 57 69 212 162 75 21 85 65 198 229 29 132 82 132 41 35 49

1,197.00 3,562.00 1,392.00 2,510.00 896.00 1,787.00 627.00 270.00 480.00 732.00 252.00 392.00 376.00 192.00 438.00 1,104.00 538.00 368.00 2,677.00 545.00 525.00 1,614.00 1,224.00 563.00 160.00 665.00 488.00 1,564.00 1,530.00 224.00 980.00 562.00 1,000.00 316.00 232.00 409.00

60.00

15.00

20.00 140.00 20.00 80.00 140.00 20.00

5.00 35.00 5.00 20.00 35.00 5.00

20.00

5.00

40.00 20.00

10.00 5.00

20.00 40.00 40.00

5.00 10.00 10.00

40.00 20.00 40.00 60.00 80.00 100.00

10.00 5.00 10.00 15.00 20.00 25.00

220.00 40.00 80.00 20.00

55.00 10.00 20.00 5.00

60.00 80.00 40.00 40.00

15.00 20.00 10.00 10.00

60.00

15.00

GRAND SECRETARY'S TABULAR STATEMENT -

Name and Number and

l~~!-~~eharter

] iE

:( 587 588 590 591 592 593 595 596 597 598 599 600 601 602 603 605 606 607 608 609 610 612 613 614 615 616 617 618 620 621 622 623 624 625 626 628 629 630 632 633 634 635 636 637 638 639 640 641 642

Branson (9-26-1907) St. Francisville (9-26-1907) Advance (9-26-1907) .. . Barnell (9-26-1907) '. . LaRussell (9-21-1921) Union (9-26-1907)

~~~~C~(~~ci_\09g~)1.9~6) . :

. .

·I~ a:

]

Steele (10-1-1914) . Greentop (10-22-1924) . Freedom (9-25-1946) . Mountain View (9-29-1915) . T~ia~gle (~-29-19!5) . Mizpah (9-29-191:» . J~nnings (9-21-1916) . ... nmty (9-21-1916) . Benjamin Franklin (9-21-1916) ..

~u1

.~~ a:

til

~ .::i~

c..

c...

~.§

124

I 11

1 9 5

3 2 5 14 2

2 13 3

2 4 6

4 6

8 14

I 1

15 3 2

5 3

i>< ~

.~ .§ ~

13 6 3 2 3 6

3 5

16 4 2 1 8 1

3 8

4 3 I 1 3

12 6

III

7 12 9 37 41 3 3

106 245 115 283 314 93 39

3 13 9 3

3 4

12 31 6 6 15 15 3 6

2 1

I H 4

15 16

2 43 3

2 10

1 8

2 I 9

44 115

10 6

1 4

52 1

3 14 3 6 42 34

7 16 8 3 3

2 12 3 3

24 58 8 2 68

15 3

1 3

30 I I

I 6 I 3 14 3 5 2

8 2 4

3 4 3

3 I

1 4 I

3 6 6

2 4

6 6 1

~::E

1 3 2

oo~

1 1

]

2 14

3 13 7

C'Oc

1 3 4 4

16 13 7 10

2 5

108 109 53 81 414 621 135 229 410 675 144

93 59 421 212 406 356 81 152 1,459 32 51 64 55 420 56 110 450 356 213 324

C'O:1l

g; '[::2 :Zd~

00 ...

E o

c..

I 2 6

2 22 2 12

]

] c "1l ~~

315 69 118 37 36 199 65 127

5 4

::i ::l til

~)~~a:7~~~~~~\9i~8~ ~ 9 ~ I) . Brentwood (9-28-1949) . Swope Park (9-28-1911) . Grandview (9-28-1911) . Willard (9-25-1912) . Anderson (9-25-1912) . Norwood (9-25-1912) . Overland (9-28-1949) . Owensville (9-25-1912) . Sheffield (9-25-1912) .. Magnolia (10-2-1913) . Mendon (10-28-1925) . Valley Park (10-2-1913) . East Gate (10-2-1913) .

"<J:>

2 I 2 1 2

. . .

Bosworth (9-30-1908) Leadwood (9-30-1908) . Elvins (9-30-1908) . Cosby (9-30-1908) . Clayton (9-30-1908) . Acacia (9-29-1909) . Morehouse (9-29-1909) . Walker (9-29-1909) . Craig (9-29-1909) . . . . . .. . . Eminence (9-29-1909) . Strafford (9-28-1910) . Warrenton (9-19-1917) . Clark (9-28-1910) . Mokane (9-28-1911) . Wellston (9-28-1911) .

~~~~:d(~~!?.-l9~~~4)..:::

]

Contlnued

~~~

2,410.00 512.00 904.00 296.00 282.00 1,594.00 514.00 984.00 856.00 780.00 1,832.00 788.00 1,925.50 2,290.00 720.00 288.00 303.00 869.00 879.00 760.00 420.00 600.00 2,976.00 4,633.00 1,056.00 1,747.00 3,061.00 5,381.00 1,128.00 708.00 478.00 3,336.00 1,576.00 3,015.00 2,356.00 548.00 1,216.00 10,928.00 240.00 384.00 510.00 424.00 3,304.00 454.00 788.00 3,211.00 2,688.00 1,510.00 2,177.00

o lie·

·a·g~ 9..!l!'" rU'=

::E":~

.!:C

..c~" ~::E';;j

;:-:'" .... • ~

0Z""

160.00

40.00

20.00 40.00

5.00 10.00

120.00

30.00

80.00

20.00

60.00 20.00

15.00 5.00

40.00

10.00

40.00 100.00 280.00 80.00

10.00 25.00 70.00 20.00

40.00 40.00 260.00 60.00 80.00 160.00 280.00 80.00 40.00 20.00 100.00

10.00 10.00 65.00 15.00 20.00 40.00 70.00 20.00 10.00 5.00 25.00

40.0{) 140.00

10.00 35.00

40.00 680.00

10.00 170.00

80.00

20.00

20.00 120.00 20.00 60.00 280.00 60.00 100.00 30.00

5.00 30.00 5.00 15.00 70.00 15.00 25.00 6.00

643 644 645 646 647 649 651 652 653 655 656 657 658 659 660 661 662 663 665 666 667 668 669 670 671 672 673 674 675 676

!';ortheast (9-21-1916) ... Grain Valley (9-21-1916) Clarkton (12-15-1948) . Shaveh (9-22-1920) .. Noel (9-22-1920)

13 3

I 3

g~~~~~d ÂŤ~--ii--l~ig!

Pilgrim (9-21-1921) . Shawnee (9-21-1921) . Gardenville (9-21-1921) . Country Club (9-21-1921) Progress (9-21-1921) . Punty (9-21-1921) .. Alpha (9-21-1921) . Holliday (10-17-1923) . Theodore Roosevelt (10-1 7-1923) Clarem:e (10-22-1924) .. Rockhill (10-28-1925) Wardell (9-27-1951) Lilbourn (9-30-1952) . Berkeley (9-29-1953) . Florissant (9-30-1959) Crestwood (9-27-1961) Perryville (9-26-1962) Odom (10-1-1968) . Harold O. Grauel (9-29-1969) Arnold (9-27-1971) . Central Crossing (11-21-1975) .. Bunker (9-30-1975) . Viburnum (9-25-1979) .

2 5 :~

2 ,

2 4

2 12

31 :.

91"1"1 ";

5 18

"I'~

Consolidated with and Merged Into Clayton No. 601 I I I "I "I I 14 .. I

4 I

18 10

2 2 12

I 5

2 3

." I

10 2

10 10 7 6 II I 2 2

10 13 17 11 11 3 10 2

3 2 3 I 4 ." I 2 1

7 28 9

I 1

6 I

5 8

6 6 3

5 21 3 2 4 4 8

1 4

I I

3 6 II

8 2 2

10 11 6 3 8 9 I

4 I I

3 2

442 93 68 203 59

3,309.00 704.00 530.00 1,472.00 448.00

120.00

30.00

20.00 60.00

5.00 15.00

101 135 164 292 264 199 198 640 16 98 70 173 45 48 207 355 229 88 100 164 119 84 67

807.00 1,072.00 1,336.00 2,316.00 2,082.00 1,472.00 1,472.00 5,078.00 112.00 680.00 536.00 1,366.00 352.00 353.00 1,667.00 2,813.00 1,874.00 643.00 774.00 1,281.00 924.00 700.00 542.00 344.00

40.00 40.00 100.00 60.00 80.00 40.00

10.00 25.00 15.00 20.00 10.00

300.00

75.00

40.00 80.00

10.00 20.00

140.00 560.00 180.00 100.00 60.00 100.00 160.00 120.00 120.00 60.00

35.00 140.00 45.00 21.00 15.00 25.00 40.00 30.00 30.00 15.00

lu.oo

Totals (per 1982 Annual Returns and adjustments from roster comparisons and correspondence) 676,407.75

I 39,220.00 I

9,682.00

LODGE DIRECTORY BY DISTRICTS FIRST DISTRICT COUIll~

:"'0. I

l.odge

J\:)

o.,j::o.

Joe M. March, D.D.G.M., Rt. L Box 11 L Greentop, Mo. 63546

Location

:l.1aster's :"'ame

Time of

Secretary's :"'allle and Address

~eeting

Clark . Clark . Clark . Clark .. Scotland. Scotland . Scotland . Schuyler .. Schuyler ... Schuvler .. Schuyler .. Schuyler ..

Fairmont . Eldorado Hiram . St. Francisville .. ~emphis . Gorin . Rutledge . ~iddle Fabius. Lodge of Love Queen City Glenwood . Greentop.

290 318 362 588 16 72 572 244 259 380 427 635

Wyaconda Lurav ... Kahoka .. Wavland. Memphis Gorin. Rutledge. Downing Lancaster Queen Citv Glenwood Greentop

. . . . .

SECOND DISTRICT Adair .. Adair Knox .. Knox. Knox .. Knox.

Kirksville .. Adair . Colony . Edina . Paulville . Greensburg .

105 366 168 291 319 414

Kirksville. Kirksville. Colony .. Edina .... Hurdland .... Greensburg.

THIRD DISTRICT Putnam Putnam .. Putnam Sullivan ... Sullivan Sullivan . Sullivan . Sullivan. Sullivan . .

Hartford Somerset Vniom路ille Humphreys Seaman .. Putnam Pollock. . .

IWinigan Arcana ... ..

. . . .

171 206 210 32 126 190 349 389 540

(.rundv ~ercer

... . ..

\ Trenton .. Laredo . Mercer .

1st 1st 1st 1st

& 3rd Mon. & 3rd Fri. & 3rd Thurs.

Thurs.

1st &

:~rd ~on.

2nd & 4th Fri. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th :l.lon.

Lewis C. Baurn ...

gOt~r~':;I~~l~ : : : .. ~~~lli~~~1\:. R;'~~~: ::

John W. Frederick ....

Ken W. Brown.... Thomas G. Parks. James B. Bruc路kshaw. . . Charles C. Bennett. John D. Shatto.. ~)hn.L. Collins.......... urmce 1.. Schoonover..

I Winigan........ Harris I Surrendered Charter Wayne D. Smith

"'c;"

1.. Dale Gardner, P.O. Box 323. Kirksville. ~o. 63501 . Arthur H. KUIIlIll. 1506 Cottage La., Rt. 4, Kirksville. ~o. 63501 ~artin O. Guinn. Rt. 2, Rutledge. :1.10. 6:~56:~. .. . . I.. Richard Parton, 1'.0. Box 142. Edina. ~o. 63537 . Glenn 1.. Scott. Rt. I, Brashear. :1.10. 6:~533 . John J. Pearce. :n9 Green Street, Memphis. ~o. 63555.

1st & 3rd Tues. 2nd & 4th Tues. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st Tues. 2nd & 4th Mon.

"'" r:,;

o"'r1 ,...;

:I M

Ed"ard I.. Tietsort, Rt. 5. Box 115. L'nionville. ~o. 63565 .... ~ike 1.. Hayes. P.O. Box 44. Lucerne. ~o. 64655........... Emerv II. Welsh. P.O. Box 36, L'nionville. ~o. 63565 . . . . . . .. John E. Boehner. P.O. Box 23, Humphreys. ~Io. 64646 .... . Garold L. Scobee.:"'. Cedar, Rt. I. Box 41. Milan. ~o. 635.'>6 Wilburn 1.. Collins, ~t. .2. ~o:< 7. Ll;lcerne, Mo. 6465~. . D~~~r~~~4~ml.)~~~..H6 VI .. S~).ut~. St.. Rt. 3, G~~e~ .Ln~:......

1 Clyde E. Ware. Rt. I. Box 60, :"'ew Boston.

'"C

:;c '-I

M M

Ralph E. Shain, D.D.G.M.. Rt. 3, Kirksville, Missouri 63501

Harold L. Stone, D.D.G.M.. Rt. L Box 62, Powersville, Mo. 64672

Hartford.... Powersville... L'nionville '" Humphrevs . . . .. :l.fiIan.......... :"'ewlOwn . Pollo,k.

FOURTH DISTRICT ~rundy

Consolidated Wnh and :l.1ergCd Into Willlamsto\\n :-.10. 370 James E hazier.. . . Robert L St Clair, Route I l.uraL :1.10. 63453 . Charles S WJllts .. . . Donald C I reece. Rt. :~. Box 3. Kahoka, 11010 63445 . Kim V. Frazee. . . Russell D :l.lurph}. Rt 2. Box 12. Re\ere. ~o. 63465 . Kenneth W. Eggleston . Gerald B. Johnston, Rt I, Box 14. :I.1ernphls, :1.10 63555. Consoltdated Wnh and :I.1erKCd Into Rutledge!\;o 572 Carl R Berges. HIllis L ~cCabe, 1'.0 Box 4, Rutledge. ~o 6356:~ . Rovce lefl~les .. . \ ernon ~. Stice. Rt 2. po\\nmg. :1.10. 63536. . . . . .lames h. Farlev ' ~orrest Farrell. Rt I. (.Ien\\ood, :1.10 63541. . Donald Crabtree. I Ward l. lones, Rt I. Queen CIt\', :1.10.63561 .. Melvin Lancaster. ~ax VI. hankltn. I' O. Box 37, Glen\\ood, Mo 63541 . John 1'. ~arch . . . . . . Charles R ~cBee. I' O. Box 172. Greentop, ~o 6:~546

~o. 63557

1st Fri. 1st & 3rd :l.1on. 2nd & 4th :l.10n. 2nd & 4th Tues. 1st & :~rd :l.-Ion. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st Tues.

I 2nd Tues.

Gerald D. Gentry, D.D.G.M.. 1007 E. Main St.. Princeton, Mo. 64673 Steve Whitaker .. Gilbert R. Evans Jerry Goodin .

Eldon B. Dennison. 1908 Bolser. Trenton, ~o. 64683 Calvin Carl Rains, 1'.0. Box 86. Laredo. Mo. 64652 Bruce Gamet, Rt. 2. Box 20. Princeton. :1.10. 64673

. . .

1st Thurs. 1st Fri. 2nd & 4th Thurs.

(,D

00 t\:;

.....

<.0 00

FIFTH DISTRICT Harrison Harrison. Harrison Harrison. Harrison ....

Bethanv l:od~e .(,f Li~ht. CamsVllle. . . . . :'I:ew Hampton Prairie. . . . . ..

'1971 . .. 25 7 .. 328 ... ,,10 .,. 556

Bethan~' . F:aglev~l1e . Call1sVllle . :'I:ew Hampton. Gilman City.

SIXTH DISTRICT Gentry. . . . . . Stanberry 1109 Gentry. . . ~cFall-(;entrHille 125 Gentn Athens :..... 127 Gentry. . . Ancielll Craft ... , ! :H7 Gentry. Jamby 447 Worth........ Grant City.. 66 Worth. . ... ! Defiance....... 88 Worth. . .. '1 Allensville. . . . 198 Worth. . . . Jonathan. . . . :i21

Robert A. Bartlett. D.D.G.M.. 805 S. 20th St.. Bethany. Mo. 64424

Xenia. Graham 8urlington :'I:odaway, Skidmore.

,,0 289 442 470 "II

StanberrY' . ~cFaIl.:. , Albany, King City Darlin~ton

:'Iiorth Star. :'I:orthwest ., Fairfax .. ' ~faitland

Oregon, , ~ound City., Craig,

1,,7 358 48:i 112 139 294 606

. ,

. Grant City .. , . Sheridan, . , Allendale. Denver, ....

~f~~I:,:~ff!;lIl Jct.. : Ski(fmore

Rock Port, Tarkio. Fairfax. "aitland. Forest City. ~tound Cil\ Craig,., .

2nd & 4th Tues. 2nd & 4th Wed. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Tues. 2nd Thurs.

William C. Pickerel. Jerome E, ~almer , , James B, Glbbany ,,,. ames .R. Gillespie. , , ohn (" Swan. , '.,, . J. Ray " .. Douglas L. Allee . Robert R. Parsons. , Wilmer Stevens . ,

Richard A. Bateman. 120 W. 1st St.. Sanberry. ~o. 64489 Clair.J. Cleyenger. 1',0. Box 176. ~cFaIl. ~o. 64657 . , L. hank Smith. Rt. 2. Box 21". Albany. ~fo. 64402 ., ... ",., ~ackson C. Spiking. 501 S. :~rd Str~et. Kin~ City. ~o. 6446:i ..

C~~llt\ F;il~sh(~~~~:~t(,'~.7~;,~~t~~~~;(:i~~.6~~~864456::: Leon C. tarman. Rt. 1. Box 25. Sheridan. ~f(). 64486 ,, Wilbur T. Osborne. P.O. Box 98. Grant City. ~fo. 64456. , Robert E, Rineman. Rt. I. Denver. ~fo, 64441 , ....

o 1st & 3rd Tues. 1st & 3rd Mon, 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & :ird Fri, 1st & 3rd ~on . 2nd & 4th ~on. 4th ~on. 2nd & 4th Wed.

Charles A, Wilkinson, Basil A. Prettyman ,., Elmer Dawson .. , , .. Robert D. Clements . Turner W. T\'Son ..

Eldon D. Williams. Rt. 2. Box 159. lIopkins. ~fo, 64461 David l.. Pierson. 1',0. Box 6. Barnard. ~fo, 64423 , Charles W. Bragg. 1',0. Box 127. BuriinglOnJct.. ~o. 64428. .lames W, Curralll. P.O. Box 252. ~tan'ville. ~o. 64468 .. , . , . Milo l.. Monk. Rt. I. Box 116. Skidmore. ~o. 64487 ., .. ,."

1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3nl Thurs, 1st & 3rd Tues. 1st & 3rd Mon. 2nd & 4th ~fon.

Charles F.. Eddv, 704 l'nderwood Dr.. Rock Port. ~to. 64482, . Richard A. Halliday. 505 Linden St.. Tarkio. ~to, 6449 I , .. Darrell l.. Jones. Rt. 2. Box 37, Fairfax. ~o. 64446 . Romaine lIenry, Rt. I. (;raham. ~o. 644"" .... , , . , , .. ' .. ~\'illard I. Kurtz, 306 S. Washington St.. Oref:l,on. ~o, ~44H . , SIlas P. Allen, 408 :"ehraska Street, ~ound CIty. ~to. 64470 ... ~ichael I.. Whetsel. P.O. Box 54, Craig. Mo. 64437 .

o t:l

o tTl

(j; CJl

o c: ~

William M. Kee. D.D.G.M OI Rt. 1. Box 4B. Oregon. Mo. 64473 Luther W, Hudson. Jr. lames I.. Salmond .... Richard Duane Jones. Larry I.. Diggs. Ralph W. Schaeffer. ' .... Carson ~kCormack. I II .. Steve K, Cunningham. , .

::r:::

z>-

I"S 'owl ~

Michael K. Monk. D.D.G.MOI Rt. 1. Box 116. Skidmore. Mo. 64487

Hopkins,. , (;raham ,.,

EIGHTH DISTRICT Atchison, Atchison, Atchison, Holt,. , Holt. , Holt. , Holt

Howard ~t. Smith. 1408 Crosson St.. Bethany. ~o. 64424 ..... ~eryl D. Arkle. P.O. Box 15?. Eagleville. ~o. 64442 .. Claude Bam. P.O. Box 82. Cams\'llle. ~o. 64632 . Steven D. Lundy. P.O. Box 250. :'I:ew Hampton. ~o. 64471 .. Gary ~. ~cPike. P.O. Box 66. Gilman City. Mo. 64642 .

G. Oren Steinman. D.D.G.M.. P.O. Box 361. King City. Mo. 64463

SEVENTH DISTRICT :'I:odawav ., ... :'Iiodawa~' .. :'I:oda"'a~' , :-.Iodawav Nodawa}' , ..

Glenn A. ~ason. Lynn Poush . Crai~ Rhea . Haryey D. Christie Bill~: Ward ..

2nd & 4th ~on, 2nd & 4th Thurs. 2nd & 4th Tues. 2nd & 4th Tues. 2nd & 4th Wed. 2nd & 4th Tues. 1st & 3rd Tues,

C,Jl

LODGE DIRECTORY BY DISTRICTS - Continued NINTH DISTRICT - Virgil E. Donaldson. D.D.G.M.. 3223 Jackson. St. Joseph. Mo. 64507 County

Lodge

:"<0.

Location

Master's :"<ame

Savannah. . . . . .. Helena. . .. Fillmore........ Whitesville. . Rosendale. . . Cosby Agency. .. . . . . DeKalb . . . . . . . St. joseph. . . Faucett. . . . . . . .. SI. joseph. . . .. Rushville. . . . . . .. St. joseph. ..... SI. joseph. . . . . ..

Bvron:"<. Burns . john D. Huffman, jr Carroll W. Lance . Steven T. Lancey . . Lloyd Deering Galen R. Bodenhausen . Raymond G. Miller . Raymond E. Smith . Carl B. Rose . David R. Richardson . Dale Melvin Bryan Orville R. Steppe ... Rodger G. Shuster . Melvin E. Walker ...

St. joseph. St. joseph.

Robert 1.. Hogan . William E. Zimmerman ..

Andrew.,." , Andrew."" , Andrew"" . Andrew, . , , . Andrew,.". , Andrew, ..... Buchanan. Buchanan .... Buchanan .. , , Buchanan . Buchanan . Buchanan . Buchanan . Buchanan .

Savannah . Helena . Lincoln . Whitesville . Rosendale . Cosby .. Agency . Wellington . St. joseph . Rushville .... Brotherhood. Charity ....

71 117 138 162 404 600 10 22 78 150 189 238 269 331

Buchanan .... Buchanan .. , .

King Hill. Saxton ...

376 508

~:;;d~~~~' ::::

Secretary's

~ame

and Address

. Mac Hogue. 402 S. 11th Street. Savannah. Mo. 64485 Marvin 1.. Huffman. 6202 S. 24th St. Ter.. St.joseph. Mo. 64504 Dean Wilson. Rt. 3. Box 135 AA, Savannah, Mo. 644il5 .. Roger n. Scott, Rt. 2. King City'. Mo. 64463 . ~Ienn W. Jenkins. 306 ~. ~e1son Street, Savannah. Mo. 644il,~ !'Oelson j. Rapp. Rt. I. Losby. Mo. 64436 : . Harold Y. Smith. P.O. Box 118. Agency. Mo 64401 . Ronald B. Bauhlit. Rt. 8. P.O. Box 453. St. Joseph. Mo. 64504 Leslie V. Stites, 2721 S. 20th Street. St. joseph Mo. 6450:~ . Terry D. Gann. 2313 Briarcliff Ave.. St. Joseph. Mo. 64503 . Robert D. Wrehe. 2406 Lafayette St., St. joseph, Mo. 64507. !'Oorman H. Ellis. Rt. 2. Box 65. Rushville, Mo. 64484 ..... Edgar E. Martin. 3110 ~. 9th Street. St. joseph. ~Io. 64505 ... Richard G. Thornton, 2906 Coach Light Place, St. Joseph. Mo. 64503 . Edwin C. Carpenter, 2814 Charles St., St. joseph, Mo. 64501.. Roger M. Heard, 1323 Cudmore Street. St. joseph. Mo. 64503

Time of Meeting 1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Mon. 1st & 3rd Mon. 1st & 3rd Wed. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Sat. 2nd & 4th Wed. 1st Wed. 1st & 3rd Tues. 4th Sat. 2nd & 4th Tues. 2nd & 4th Mon. 2nd & 4th Fri. 2nd & 4th Mon. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Wed.

Union Star. Parrott........... Berlin...... ... Continental. . .. Clarksdale. . . . . Western Star. . . . Pattonsburg. . . Gallatin Earl. . . . . . . . . . Lock Springs. jameson. . . . jamesport.. .....

124 308 378 454 559 15 65 106 285 488 500 564

Cnion Star. . . . Maysville. Fairport. . . . . Stewartsville.. Clarksdale. . . Winston. . . . Pattonsburg. . Gallatin. . . . . Coffey .. : . . . . . Lock Spnngs. jameson.. . . . . .. jamesport. . . . . ..

Warren 1.. Gallinger. . William ~. Wheeler, Rt. I, l'nion Star. Mo. 64494 ..... Oscar W. Moorman. . Louis S. Goodwin. Rt. 2, Box 3B, Maysville, Mo. 64469. Leroy E. Denny. . . . . . . Walter R. Miller, Rt. 2, Box 2il4, McFall, Mo. 64657 . Harold J.. Creamer Clarence G. Waller. 1'.0. Box ~4. Stewartsville. Mo. 64490. Darrel Pnce . . . . . . . . . John E. Cobb. P.O. Box 134. Clarksdale. Mo. 64430 ... LeRoy 1.. Fisher. John A. Dunlap, Rt. 2. Box 10, Stewartsville, Mo. 64490 . Leonard Barr. . . . J. C. Teel, P.O. Box 62. Pattonsburg, Mo. 64670 . Frank Jones. . . . . John T. Mcl':eel. 212 S. Water Street, Gallatin, Mo. 64640 Wally t. Sperry. . Rex Hinecker. P.O. Box I03, Coffey: .Mo. 64636 . Ronald j. Lee.. . . . . Ross j. Lee, 1114 Shanklin A'Iienue. 1 renton, Mo. 646il3 n~le F. Alexander. . . . John R. S~ith, jameson, !\.fo. 64647 . \\-alter L. Herr. . . . . . . Doyle C. Klme, Rt. 2. Box 168. jamesport. Mo. 64648 . o

tTl tTl

~ Z

() \Jl

..,"r1

TENTH DISTRICT - Doyle Kime. D.D.G.M.. Rt. 2. Box 168. Jamesport. Mo. 64648 DeKalb....... DeKalb. . . . . . . DeKalb. .. .. .. DeKalb .. , . . .. DeKalb. . Daviess. . . . ... Daviess. . . . . . Daviess , , . . . Daviess . . . . . Daviess, . . . . Daviess. . . . . . Daviess. . . . . ..

""0 ;:r:l

1st & 3rd Mon. 1st & 3rd Mon. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Tues. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Tues. 1st & 3rd Wed. 2nd & 4th Tues. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Mon. >-'

t.O

ELEVENTH DISTRICT -

......

Chesley E. McAfee, D.D.G.M., Rt. 2, Box 162, Orrick, Mo. 64077

(,Q

00 Clay .. Clay.. Clay

Clay . Clay .. Clinton. Clinton Clinton Clinton Clinton. Ray ..

. .

Liberty ... AnKerona Clay ..

31 193 207

Liberty. Missouri City .. Excelsior Springs

Kearnev .. Temperance .....

311 43H 37 62

Kearney. . . . . . .. Smithville. . . . . Hemple Cameron .. . PlattsburK· Gower. ..... Lathrop. . . . .. Lawson. . . . . . . ..

t~i~:lil".e:::::: . Plattsburg.

113

(~ower

Lathrop . Bee !live ..

397 506 393

TWELFTH DISTRICT Caldwell . Caldwell . Caldwell .. Caldwell .... Caldwell LivinKston Livingslon .. [.ivinKslon ..

Uravmer. ... Iialiliiton. Polo .. BreckenridKe . COwKill ..... Friendship .. Benevoll'nce Dawn.

135 224 232 :134 561 89 170 5:~9

. .

Jackson .... Brookfield. Dockerv .... ~arcelj'ne .

Bravmer . Halililton . Polo . BreckenridKc. Cowgill ..... Chilhcothe .. L'tica . Dawn .

H21l.inneus . H6 Brookfield . 325 ~eadville . 4H I ~arcehne .

FOURTEENTH DISTRICT Macon ..... , Macon. . . ~acon . . . . . ~acon . . . . .

Callao... BloominKl<l/I Censer . La Plata .

~:~~~ : :

~:~~~fo~>~ .·~·ru~h: :

Shelby Shelby. Shelbv . . Shelby .

Shelbina Hunnewell . Bethel . Clarence .

:~H

102 172 237 26H 332 22H 41:> 537 662

C1arencc. . . .

Rufus C. Eichler. P.O. Box 124, Braymer. Mo. 64624 Thomas 1.. Jefferson Harry 1.. (;off. 511 :"I. Ardinger. Hamilton. Mo. 64644 James C. ~artin . .lames W. Carter. Rt. 2, Box 52, Polo, ~o. 64671 Gerald Sprouse . James McClain . Charle~ F. Reed, Route I. Brcckenridge, Mo. 64625 Handee H. Richey . Jesse C. Burton. Rt. I, Braymer. ~lo. 64624 William D. Stewart, Jr. . Ortis S. Carmichael, P.O. Box H63, Chillicothe, ~o. 64601 C. Richard Sidden, 1604 jenninKs Pl.. Chillicothe, ~o. 64601 EdKar Kohl . W. Dale Wood. P.O. Box 124. Dawn. Mo. 646:~8 ... Henry Applebury (1982)

::c

. . . . . .

2nd & 4th Tues. 1st & 3rd Tues. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 2nd & 4lh Wed. 2nd & 4lh Tues. 2nd & 4th ~on. 2nd & 4th ~0I1.

>-Z o l'

o o Cl tTl

o'Tl

-o ~

Edwin L. Smith, D.D.G.M., Rt. 2, Box 388, Marceline, Mo. 64658 James N. Rinehart. Rl. 3. Box 64. Purdin. Mo. 64674 . Cecil C. ~cGhee. 843 Brookfield Ave., Brookfield, ~o. 64628 . . lack ~. Friesner. 40:1 E. I:!~yward ..Meadville, ~fo. 64659 'tarl ( •. Hays. Rt. I. Box :>3, BucklIn. Mo. 64631 .

Ben McKenzie ... Guy A. Kitchen .. Grayson Hancock . Bill J. Lewis .

I\:J

2nd & 4th Mon. 2nd & 4th Tues. 1st & :hd Tues. 1st & 3rd Thurs.

( Jl (Jl

Earl Wayne Orr, D.D.G.M., #7 Sharon Drive, Box 602, Shelbina, Mo. 63468

Callao. Bevier. . . . . . . . Macon La Plata...... Atlanta. . . . . Exc'ello . . . . . Shelbina

kl~h~~~el~:

1st & 3rd Mon. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Wed. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Mon. 1st Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 3rd ~on. 2nd & 4th Mon.

Bobby Ray O'Dell, D.D.G.M., 627 N. Main St., Brookfield, Mo. 64628

THIRTEENTH DISTRICT I.inn. Linn. l.inn Linn

2nd & 4th Mon. 1st & 3rd Tues.

Merritt G. Damrell. P.O. Box 182. Liberty. ~o. 64068-0182. Chesley E. ~cAfee. Rt. 2. Box 162. Orrick. ~o. 64077 .... Robert A. Corum. Rt. 3. Box 12H. Excelsior Springs. Mo. 64024 . Lawrence B. MacPherson John W. Ervin. P.O. Box 134, Kearney. Mo. 64060 . lames H. CunninKham .. I~ck S. LaFor~e. P.O. Box 594. Smi~hville. Mo. 64089 . William M. Wilson . ~orman W. Conner. P.O. Box 2M. Easton. ~o. 64443 .. Jerry R. LonK . .lames A. Estell. P.O. Box 167. Cameron. ~o. 64429 . Jim Lenzini . Jack D. Smith. 501 Maple. Plattsburg. Mo. 64477 . Joseph W. Hawkins . Joseph A. Willis. Rt. I. Trimble, Mo. 64492 . Billie D. Foley . James D. Fox. Rt. 2. Box 1'24. PlattsburK. ~o. 64477 . Harvey A. Ballinger .. R. Wayne Briant. Rt. 2. Box 380. Lawson. Mo. 64062 . Durward R. Kitts. Jack G. Parker ... George E. Brock ..

ArKle LAsh . . , Gerald E. Thomas, Rt. 2, Box H, !'\ew Cambria. ~o. 63558 ConsolIdated Wllh and ~elged Into Callao :"10. 38 La"rence H Ellerbeck .. Ralph M. Waller. 517 Sunset Dr., ~acon. Mo 63552 . Thomas L Ward.. . .. Thomas I. ~ohan, 113 S. Gex St, La Plata. ~o. 63549 . Consohdated With and MerKed Into I..a Plata No 237 Consolidated Wllh and Melged Into Censer No 172 Merrel C Studer. '" Don E. Roads, 401 Dickerson. Shelbma. ~o 6346H

g~de~·..L~~~rlC·k.:.

BllI v B. Damel . . . . .

" .

t~~~~hp~~h~:d~: ~~~~I~'B~t~;ef3~l~ 63434

1st & 3rd ....

: :::. Dennis W Williams. POBox 325. Clarence, Mo 63437

~on.

2nd & 4th ~on 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd ~ed.

~~~l&3~~hI~~~. 2nd & 4th Wed.

I\:J

'-l

t\:J

LODGE DIRECTORY BY DISTRICTS - Continued

FIFTEENTH DISTRICT - Clarence F. Houser. D.D.G.M.. 2410 Palmyra Rd.. Hannibal. Mo. 63401 County

Lodge

Lewis. Lewis . Lewis . Lewis . Lewis . Marion . Marion . Marion . Marion .

Monticello. . . . . . LaBelle........ Craft....... Williamstown. .

:-';0.

58 222 287 370

~~~~~~::::::::: 5;~

St. John's. . . . . . . . Hannibal.. . . . . . . Philadelphia. . . ..

28 188 5lJ2

Location

Master's :'Iiame

Secretary's :-';ame and Address

Time of

Emerv O. (;eisendorfer, Rt. 2, Box 102. Lewiston. \10. 63452 Elmo L Davis. P.O. Box 56, LaBelle. \10. 6344 7 .....

L Edward Geisendorfer Paul D. Hubble . Robert M. Zenge ..

Monticello. Labelle . Canton . Williamstown .. Ewing . Palmyra . Hannibal . Hannibal .. Philadelphia.

f:d~i(~n~;a~rr~ct~;,~/\~ ~!iil~~~~~~:~~~106:~~~73:: : . William E. Shults, P.O. Box 368, Ewing. Mo. 63440. . Howard I. Gardhouse, 220 W. Ross St., Palmyra, Mo. 63461 Frederic[ E. :-';orman. 508 Olive St.. Hannibal. Mo. 6340 I Lee B. Turner, 4907 Prospect Ave., Hannibal. Mo. 6:HlJl. . Earl Bauerrichter, Rt. I. Philadelphia. Mo. 63463 ...

~~\Fi~~\:~~o~l~ir: . Henry O. Rees .... :-';orman F. Sanders .. James E. Kellum. James W. .lanes ..

. . .

~eeting

2nd & 4th Thurs. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd \Ion. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & :ird \Ion. 2nd & 4th Mon. 1st Thurs.

C t'"

SIXTEENTH DISTRICT - John E. Wetzel. D.D.G.M.. 116 N. 4th St. Louisiana. Mo. 63353 Pike .. Pike . Pike . Pike. Pike

Eolia . Clarksville. Perseverance . Phoenix.

14 17 92 136

Eolia . Clarksville . Louisiana .... , Bowling Green

Pike

399

Curryville

Herbert D. Sisco. . . . . . Milton F. Duvall. Ir. . . . William E. Griffith...... Jimmy C. Fryrear....... .

Terrell K. Shaw, Rt. 4, Eolia, Mo. 63344 . . .... Homer G. Sterne, Rt. I. Box 67, Clarksville, ~Io. 63336 . Leonard C. Waite. 2808 Georgia St., Louisiana, Mo. 6:~:~:)3 . William K. Mallory. 310 :-.;. Main Cross, Bowling Green. \10. 63334 . JR. McCune. Rt. I. Frankford, \10. 63441.

Larry W. Miller. ..

2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Tues. 2nd & 4th Tues. :ird \Ion.

'JJ

C 'Tl

SEVENTEENTH DISTRICT - Gillam Street. D.D.G.M.. Rt. 2. Box 19. Perry. Mo. 63462 Monroe. . . .. Monroe.. . .. Monroe. . . .. Monroe , Monroe , Ralls , Ralls. . . . Ralls ,

Paris Union . . Florida... Monroe... . . . Santa Fe . . . . . Holliday........ Ralls.... . . . . . . . . Lick Creek. . . . . . :-';ew London. . . .

19 23 64 462 660 33 302 307

Paris Florida ..... Monroe City Santa Fe . . Holliday . Center . Perry . "ew London ...

Riley E. Barton. . . James P. Hunt.. . . . . . . . Jack E. jones .: . . . . . . . H. D. "anlandmgham . . Robert B. Crain. . . . . . . Clifford J. Harris. . . . . . . lames M. Fry . . . . . . . Raymond A. Denier

John T. Lutz. Rt. I, Paris. \10. 65275

E. BOy'd Wilmarth. P.O. Box 232. Perry, Mo. 63462 .

F. Adelbert Ely'.' Rt. 2.• ~onroe City, M? 6:~456. John H. RudaSIll, Rt. :>. MeXICO. Mo. 6:>26:> .. Paul K. Callison. Rt. I. Holliday, Mo. 65258 . Mervin W. Peirce. Rt. I. Box 222. :-';ew London. Mo. 63459. Ernest C. Deckerd, P.O. Box 335. Perry. Mo. 63462 . Stanley Walkley Rt. I, Box 7, :-';ew London, Mo. 63459 .

2nd & 4th Mon. 3rd Wed. 2nd & 4th \Ion. 2nd & 4th Wed. 1st & 3rd Tues. 2nd & 4th Wed. 2nd & 4th Tues. 1st & :ird Wed.

EIGHTEENTH DISTRICT - Billie Pollard. D.D.G.M.. 715 S. Morley St.. Moberly. Mo. 65270 Randolph Randolph Randolph Randolph Randolph Randolph Randolph

. . . . . . .

Huntsville Milton .

t'a~~r1:: ::::::.

Higbee J acksomille Clark ...

. .

30 151 344 486 527 541 610

Huntsville . Milton . Moberly . Cairo . Higbee . Jacksonville .. Clark .....

Harvey O. Edwards . James E. Gheens Ravmond D. Fowlkes Ric:ky 1.. Ridgway . . Artis 1.. Sumpter Hershall W. Wright. Frank Redding ..

E. Allen Kohler, P.O. Box 170, Huntsville. Mo. 65259 .. Marshall. P.O. Box 627. Moberly. Mo~ 65270 fred.. tuecken. 929 Bond St., Moberly. Mo. 6:>270 loel C. Ridgwav P.O. Box 3, Cairo. Mo. 65239 . Edwin B. Hawkins. P.O. Box 125. Higbee. \10.65257. Leroy' Tavlor. Rt. I, Box 115. Jacksonville, Mo. 65260. James H. Patton, Rt. 2. Box 3, Clark. Mo. 65243 . -I.·hom~s~.

. .

1st & 3rd Tues. 2nd & 4th Fri. 2nd & 4th Mon. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 2nd & 4th Wed. 1st & 3rd Thurs.

(,D

00 t\:J

(,Q

NINETEENTH DISTRICT -

Ralph E. Allen, D.D.G.M.. TT Highway, Sumner, Mo. 64681 _--

Chariton.

Eureka.

Chariton .... Chariton .... Chariton. Chariton .... Chariton ....

Warren ....... Triplett ....... Salisbury ........ Cunningham .. Mendon ..

7:i

Brunswick

74 122 208 525 628

Ke~tes\ille

I\:)

R. Eugene Heaper RaJ~~~d A ~~ot.t: .707 .H~~~i.son Bru~~~:i~~: .Mo:........ Marvin E. Rice. . . . . . . . .. James c. O·Bryan. Rt. I. Box :iA. Kenes\'ille. Mo. 65261. . . .. 1 Surrendered Charter . Consolidated With and Meiged Into Huntsville. :"0. 30 F~e~ G. ~Iter........... Man'j~ F.. Lentz. P.O. ~ox 91. Sumner. 'fo. 64681 ....., ..,.:...... Wdham Clemens........ Cleo \. Kmcald. 310 Wood St.. Box 103. Mendon. Mo. 64660·0103

. Triplett .... Salisbury ... Sumner ... Mendon ..

TWENTIETH DISTRICT -

1st & 3rd Tues. 2nd & 4th Tues. tnd & 4th Wed. 2nd & 4th Mon

James R. Paul, D.D.G.M.. 810 N. Park St., Carrollton, Mo. 64633

~ ~

Carroll ..... Carroll .. Carroll .. Carroll ..

Wakanda Hale City .. Carroll .. Bosworth.

521 216 249 597

Carrollton Hale . Norborne .. Bosworth ..

I.loyd G. Lyon 1 Maurice,.'!. Moelle,r. 80:i :"orth Leslie. Carrollton. Mo. 64633 ·12nd &. 4th Thurs. Harold R. Shatto. . . . . . .. Lee A. fisher. Rt. 2. Box 180. Hale. Mo. 64643. . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . 1st & 3rd Mon. Consolidated With and Merged Into Wakanda :"0. 52 I Michael R. Wright....... Reigge 1.. Crose. Rt. I. Box 80. Bosworth. Mo. 64623 1 2nd & 4th Fri.

TWENTY-FIRST DISTRICT -

> Z C

o C

Richard C. Winburn D.D.G.M.. Rt. 2, Box 10, Weston, Mo. 64098

(Tl

Platte Platte. . . . . .. Platte. Platte Platte. . . . . .. Platte. Platte Platte. .

Rising Sun . Weston . Compass. Camden Point . Rowley. Fidelity . Adelphi ... Platte City.

13 53 120 169 204 339 355 504

Kansas Cit\' . George E. Clark . Weston . loseph P. Pepper . Parkville . )'orrest D. HlIlton .. Camden Poilll . lames R. Couch. Oearhorn . l.loYd E. Sellers ..... Farley . OOllald H. Venable. Edgerton. Marion L Shafer. Platte City Charles M. Johnston ....

TWENTY-SECOND DISTRICT (A) Jackson . Jackson . Jackson .. Jackson. Jackson ... Jackson .. Jackson . Jackson . Jackson .. Clay ...

Kansas Cit v. Temple .. ·. .... Cecile Dayligln .. Rural . Gate City . Orient . South Gate .. Sheffield .. :"ortheast . Alpha.

220 299 305 316 522 546 547 625 643 659

Kansas City. Kansas City Kansas City .. Kansas Cit" .. Kansas Cit;· . Kansas City . Kansas City . Kansas City . Kansas City. :". Kansas City

Eldon.J. Cusic. 3001 :".E. 56 St.. Kansas City. Mo. 64119. James A. Offutt. P.O. Box 155. Weston. Mo. 64098 . J. Roy Clarke. 5215 :".E. 62nd St.. Kansas City. Mo. 64119 . Geoq~e P. Skinner. P.O. Box 86. Camden Point. Mo. 64018 . Robert D. Wulfe. Rt. 10. Box 258. Dearborn. Mo. 64439 Edward A. Reavis. Rt. 27. Box 340B. Parkville. Mo. 6415:i Orville 1.. Livingston. Rt. I. Box 200. Edgerton. Mo. 64444 Dr. Richard W. Cal\ert. P.O. Box 1162. Platte City. Mo. 64079

. . . .

1st Sat. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st Mon. 1st Tues. 2nd Wed. 1st Wed. 2nd Tues. 2nd ~lon.

Lyman I. Ridgeway, D.D.G.M., 6817 Cotter, Kansas City, Mo. 64119

lames E. Denham. . . . . .. l.onme L Brewer. . . .. Howard R. :-';ull , Jack W. Comer... Charley M. Smith. Robert L Patton....... Luther W. Lance. . . . . . .. Norman.J. Tackett.. James C. Martin......... John E. Bates

~ugel!e I:I. Peak~ 2550 S. 45th Terr.. Kansas City. Karl. 661.06. . . .. Charlte E. McBride. 616 Lake Or.. Independence. Mo. 64(b3 . . . John K. Smith. 2705 Sterling. Independence. Mo. 64052. . . . . . . . .. Howard B. Blanchard. 3339 Tracy Ave.. Kansas City. Mo. 64109.. Earl F. Bowman. 903 Harrison St.. Kansas City. \fo. 64106 .. .... Richard P. Flaigle. 903 Harrison St.. Kansas City. Mo. 64106...... Kenneth B. Morris. 3030 Kendall Ave.. Independence. Mo. 64055 Lorna H. Frakes. 4001 :".E. 59th St.. Kansas Cit,·. Mo. 64119...... Arthur M. Latta. 4071'. Quincy. Kansas City. Mo. 6412:i......... .lames W. Brewer. 1006 East 22nd A\e.. :". Kansas City. Mo. 64116

f""o,

'-' 'Tl

3:: (Jl

'JJ

2nd & 4th, ~on. 1st & 3rd lues. 2nd & 4th Wed. 1st & 3rd Mon. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 2nd & 4th Fri. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Mon. t\:)

(,Q

LODGE DIRECTORY BY DISTRICTS TWENTY·SECOND DISTRICT (B) County

Lodge

No.

ackson . ackson . ackson .. ,., Jackson Jackson Jackson Jackson Jackson Jackson Jackson

Heroine . Albert Pike . Westport . Ivanhoe . york , . Marlborough . Swope Park . East Gate. , .

104 219 340

~~k~r(;?~b::: :

446

563 569 617 630 656

663

Paul E. Kelly, D.D.G.M., 8800 Buckingham La.. Apt. 18, Kansas City, Mo. 64138 Master's ]';ame

Location Kansas Kansas Kansas Kansas Kansas Kansas Kansas Kansas Kansas Kansas

City City City City City City City City City City

Edward L. Chappell ..

. .

Russell E. Christensen. Oscar R. Barkhurst . lames c. Lane . l:dward W. Calvert . Bobby G. !'Iielson ,. Forrest O. B. Allen, I I . Joe R. Loveridge. , .

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

::::

~~~::lL.H~J:~r~:·

TWENTY-THIRD DISTRICT Lafayette .... Lafayette. , .. Lafayette . Lafayette . Ray . Ray . Ray .

Lexington . Waveny , .. , .. Higginsville . Mount Hope . Richmond .

~d:.::::::::::: :

149 61 364 476 57 223 444

Lexington Waverly

. .

~et~sviIl.e. : : , .. Richmond Camden Orrick

. . .

TWENTY-FOURTH DISTRICT Saline Saline Saline Saline Saline Saline-

,. . . ,. . .

Arrow Rock . Cambridge . Trilumina . Barbee . Oriental. , . !\elson .

55 63 205 217 518 560

Arrow Rock Slater", Marshall Sweet Springs Blackburn Nelson

. . . . . .

Cooper, ... , ... Pleasant Grove . Wallace . Prairie Home . Howard " . Fayette .

36 142 456 503 4 47

Paul K. Kawakami, 820 E. 31st St.. Kansas Citv, ~o. 64109....... William D. Norton, 6110 E. 148th Ter., Grandview. Mo. 64030. . . Clarence V. Buchholz, 48 W. 53rd Terr.. Kansas City. Mo. 64112.. Charles E. Wisdom. 13702 11th St., Grandview. Mo. 64030 . . . . . .. Timothy M. Duff, 520 E. 61st Terr.. Kansas City. ~o. 64110...... Barry L. Bausenbach. 9809 Locust, Apt. 303. Kansas City. Mo. 64131 Glenn A. Kirk. 10323 Crystal Ave .• Kansas City. Mo. 64134....... P~il~ip D. ~e,?don, 3516 Blue Ridg,e Cut-Off. ~ansas City. ~o. 64133 Wilham W. Corbin. 1601 E.89th rerr.• Kansas City, Mo. 64131 ... Jacob P. Kraft. 4607 S. Crysler. Independence, Mo. 64055. . . . . . . .

Andrew Sigmund , .. Bertil C. Daleen , . Darrell Charles Tilly, . Chilton C. Christopher .. Dale E. Stansbury ... Robert M. Lauck. David A. Nail ..

Herbert W. Wipperman. 722 Buford St.. Wellington, Mo. 64097 .. Charles W. Zumalt. Rt. I, Box 13. Waverly. ~o. 64096 . Howard I. Tobi~. Rt. 2. Box 236. Higginsville. Mo. 64037 . Larry E. GoodWin. Rural Rt., Box 71, Welhngton. Mo. 64097 . Kenneth G. Stratton. 100 W. Royle. Richmond. Mo. 64085 . Robert E. Stunner, Rt. I. Box 113A. Camden. ~o. 64017. Maurice Hall. Rt. I. Box 157. Orrick, Mo. 64077 , .

Boonville Otterville Bunceton Prairie Home :'Ilew Franklin Fayette

Timeof~eeting

2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Fri. 2nd & 4th Tues. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 4th Tues. 1st & 3rd Mon. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Tues. 1st & 3rd Mon. 1st & 3rd Wed.

o'" :;r::I

John M. Townsend, D.D.G.M., Rt. 1, Box 163, Orrick, Mo. 64077

tTl tTl

3rd Tues. 2nd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Mon. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 3rd Mon. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Thurs.

~ Z

o (Jl

..,

"rj

William H. Neece, D.D.G.M.. 908 S. Locust, Sweet Springs, Mo. 65351

. lames R. Humburg , , . Herbert A. Templeton, General Delivery. Arrow Rock. ~o. 65320 . Richard L. Alaimo . J?hn I. Akeman, Rt. I, Slater. Mo: 65349 , . . L. Gerald Stone . I homas W. Lingle. 621 N. Franklin. ~arshall. Mo. 65340 . . Francis L. Vaught. Jr. . E;mi.1 O. Rippley. 404 Main. Swc;,et ~prings. ~o. 65351 ; . . Thomas W. Borchers . CeCil O. WatkinS, Rt. 2. Box 12~, Sweet Springs. Mo. 6530 I . . William F. Underwood . Craig A. Scott, Rt. I. ~e1son. Mo. 65347 .

TWENTY-FIFTH DISTRICT Cooper Cooper, Cooper Cooper., Howard Howard

Secretary's :'IIame and Address

. .

Continued

tTl 2nd Thurs. 1st Tues. 1st Thurs. Last Fri. 3rd Tues. 4th Thurs.

Dr. David L. Dimond, D.D.G.M., 305 Corprew, Fayette, Mo. 65248 . . . . . .

Roger W. Farmer Forest E. Lewis Timothy E. Shrout rry D. Sells err)' L. Wehmeyer ill D. Flora. Jr.

. . James O. Polly, Rt. I. Boonville. ~o. 65233 . . R, Earl Routon. Rt. I. Box CIA, Otterville. ~o. 65348 . Albert A. Eichhorn, Rt. I. Box 192. Pilot Grove. Mo. 65276 . . . Jimmy D. Sells. P.O. Box 6, Prairie Home. Mo. 65068 , . rom D. Markland, 113 E. Broadway. New Franklin, Mo. 65274 . . Robert H. Bray. 325 Corprew Ave., Fayette. Mo. 65248

2nd & 4th Tues. 2nd & 4th Wed, 2nd & 4th Fri. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Tues.

(..0

TWENTY-SIXTH DISTRICT - Dr. Wilbur R. EDns, D.D.G.M., 506 Bourn Ave., Columbia, Mo. 65201

...... (.0

Boone .. Boone .. Boone .. Boone .. Boone .. Boone . Boone .

Centralia . Twilight . Ashland . Sturgeon . Hallsville . Ancient Landmark Acacia ..

59 114 156 174 336 356 602

Melvin B. Goe, Sr., 450 S. Allen St., Centralia, Mo. 65240 ..... Charles Thomas Fenton Michael Paul Wilson . W. Bush Walden, 4811 St. Charles Rd., Columbia, Mo. 65201 Lewis Selby . !immy G. Pauley, P.O. Box 138, Ashland, Mo. 65010 . George W. Ruch . ::: B. D. "Bob" McKenzie .. Earl 1'. O'Brian . Silas T. Hudnell, Rt. 1, Box 256, Harrisburg, Mo. 65256 . J. W. Wiles . John E. Wetzel, 1117 S. Glenwood Ave., Columbia, Mo. 65201

Centralia. . . . . . Columbia. . . . Ashland . . . . . . .. Sturgeon... . . . . Hallsville. .. . . . Harrisburg. . . . Columbia. . . . . .

J~~:(d~.~~IT~:/R?· ~o:o; li21.t~~~~~bi~oM~~~~~02:

Ist & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Tues. 1st & 3rd Mon. 1st Tues. 3rd Wed. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Tues.

00 ~

TWENTY-SEVENTH DISTRICT - Harris Maupin, Jr., D.D.G.M.. 1508 West St., Mexico, Mo. 65265 Audrain Audrain Audrain Callaway Callaway

. . . . .

Laddonia . Hebron . Vandalia . Fulton . New Bloomfield .

Callaway. . .. . .. , Tebbetts .. Callaway. . .. Shamrock Callaway. . . . . . .. Mokane

. .

1151 354 491 48 60

Laddonia Mexico Vandalia Fulton New Bloomfield

5651 Tebbetts 585 Auxvasse 612 Mokane

. . . .

Don S. Crow . Donald D. Thompson ., R. H. Lange . Arthur Kevin Mauzy .. Richard C. Ferguson " Charles E. Armstrong Surrendered Charter Kenneth M. Bartley ....

. . .

Phillip I. Christ?pher, Rt. I, l.addonia, Mo. 63352 .... .•...... Harns 1... Maupln,Jr., 1508 West St., MexICo, Mo. 6526:> .....

2nd Thur~.. 1st & 3rd lues.

tJifli:~drP'~:t~,n~g;'~2~r~'F~\~:~,IIM~a~~2~~'.~.~'.~~~8~. : :: ~~~&M~:d Wed.

Ralph E. Struchtemeyer, Rt. 3, Box 206, Holts Summit, Mo. 65043 . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. .. . . .. .. . . .. . . . ... . . . . . . Ralph M. Davis, Rt. I, Tebbetts, Mo. 65080.. . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . Erwin H. Witthaus, Rt. I, Steedman, Mo. 65077

1st & 3rd Tues. 1st & 3rd Mon. lIst Fri.

TWENTY-EIGHTH DISTRICT - John P. Simpson, D.D.G.M., 621 Cynthia Lane, Montgomery City, Mo. 63361 Montgomery ...

Montgomery

Montgomery .. Montgomery ..

Jonesburg Daggett

. .

246

Montgomery City

Elmer E. Revelle

457 492

lone~burg

McKlltflck

Ralph W. Horton Landon Grosse

. .

Verle 1'. Naughton, Rt. 2, Box 254, Montgomery City, Mo. 63361 . ~' Leroy Finke, Rt; I, Box 67, High Hill, Mo. 63~50 Sidney E. Muehl, 1.0. Box 413, Rhineland, Mo. 65069 .,.

2nd & 4th Mon. 3rd Mon. 2nd Tues.

C')

::0

> Z

o r-

o oC') tTl

o"l"l s::

(;i rFJ

TWENTY-NINTH DISTRICT - James A. Vaughn, D.D.G.M.. 212-214 Brodway, Elsberry, Mo. 63343 Lincoln. Lincoln. Lincoln. Lincoln. Lincoln. Lincoln.

Troy Silex :-';ew Hope New Salem Nineveh .. Moscow

. . . . .

34 75 199 270 473 558

Troy . Kenneth C. McNeil Silex . James R. Hanson. " Gary A. Hudnall Elsberry .. Winfield .. Neal D. Robertson Olney . Edward lerome Cox Moscow Mills . Marion ~ockhorst

. . . . , .

Floyd E. Dodson, 653 Second St., Troy, Mo. 63379 . Henry A. Hueffner, Rt. I, Box 132, Cyrene, Mo. 63340 . Edwin R. Whiteside, 615 N. 4th St., Elsberry, Mo. 63343 . Martin A. Herring, Rt. I, Box 109, Winfield, Mo. 63389 . William W. Haines, P.O. Box 67, Olney, Mo. 63370 . Edward W. Broyles, Rt. 2, Box 77, Moscow Mills, Mo. 63362 ..

2nd & 4th Mon. 4th Fri. 2nd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Sat. 1st Fri. 2nd Sat.

THIRTIETH DISTRICT - Euell J. Sweeten, D.D.G.M., 3 Mark Twain Ct.. O'Fallon, Mo. 63366 St. Charles "1 St. Charles. . . . .. St. Charles. . . . . . Warren. . . . . . . .. Warren. . . . .. . ..

Wentzville Palestine . Mechanicsville Pauldlngvllle Warrenton

. . . .

461 241 260 II 609

Wentzville St. Charles Defiance Wright City Warrenton

. . . .

Donald E. Haugen '1 The?dore G. Kolb.. Damel A. Fleschner William L. Rittenberry.. Ralph W. Bakameyer. ..

William E. McGuire, 1204 Belleau Lake Dr., O'Fallon, Mo. 63366 Harold~. Thomas, Sr., 2~20 Yale Blvd., St. Charles, Mo. 63301 John Khnkerfuss, #26 WIlderness, Defiance, Mo. 63341 . Conley E. DePriest, Rt. 2, Box 557, Foristell, Mo. 63348 . George H. Gerdeman, SOl E. Banner, Warrenton, Mo. 63383

1st & 3rd Wed. Ist & 3rd Tues. 2nd & 4th Mon. Ist & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Thurs.

......

LODGE DmECTORY BY DISTRICTS THIRTy-nRST DISTRICT Count~·

Lodge

Cole lefferson . Cole .. Russellville . Cole ..... Hickory Hill .. ~10niteau .. .. , r:'li~~)~n·i~: .. ~10niteau . ~oniteau .... ~oniteau .. Osa~e . Chamois. Osage. . l.inn .

43 90

211 56 183 295 185 326

I\:)

I \:)

Edward EWing Shikles. D.D.G.M.. Rt. 1. Box 109. Russellville. Mo. 65074

l.ocation

~Iaster's

Jefferson City. Russclh·ille ..... Eugene.

Wilben H. Dill . Billie R. Sullivan. Paul C. Smith.

r:'li~~)t;;l;~ : . Jamestown. ChamOis. Linn.

l.arry W. Borts. Ilarry ~. Ames Oliver C1av Roberts.

:\0.

Continued

:\ame

~~~~~~1:~1 Sf~:~~·les

THmTY-SECOND DISTRICT -

Senetarv's :\ame and Address Paul C. Rich. 1926 E. ~1cCart\ St.. Jefferson Citv. ~Io. 65101 Grover W. Snead. Rt. 2. Russell-·ille. ~Io. 65074 . Rohert I. Crede. Rt. 2. Jefferson Cit\. ~o. 65101 . R!charcf D. Conn. Sr.. 1'.(.). Box T. Tip~on. ~o. 6508 I . Bllh R. Potter. Rt. I. (,ahforma. ~1o. 6:>018 .

~u~~e~~I;·~~er:~~;~~!).I~~:~ ?~;. ~~I~~i~~::~~~;:~·7;'5~~~ .(~:~046

James.J. Wolfe. Rt. 2. l.inn.

~o.

6505 I.

Time of ~feetinl<: 1st & :{rd ~or\. 2nd hi. 4th Tues. 2nd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Tues. 1st ~or\. 4th hi. 1st & 3rd Fri .

"'"

Kimber W. Key. D.D.G.M.. P.O. Box 202. St.Clair, Mo. 63077

1"\ 'owl

1"\

County Franklin Franklin. Franklin. Franklin .. Franklin .. Franklin. Franklin. Franklin .. Gasconade. Gasconade.

Lod~e

l.ocation

:\0.

Evergreen . Sullivan . Grav Summit .. Hope ... Fraternal. Columbia Easter .. L:nion .... Ilermann. Owensville ..

27 69 173 251 363 534 575 593 123 624

:\ew Han'n . Sullivan .. Gray Summit .. WashinRton .. Robertsville. Pacilic . St. Clair . L:nion .. Hermann .. Owensville.

THIRTY-THIRD (A) DISTRICT City of St. l.ouis

~issouri·

City of St. Louis

Geo,!~e Washington

Commonwealth City of St. Louis City of St. Louis City of St. Louis City City Cit)· City City

of St. of St. of St. of St. of St.

Louis l.ouis Louis l.ouis Louis

St. Louis. SI. Louis ..

~aster's

:\ame

Ralph H. Baer .. Thomas A. Burnett. William ~1. Clark . John L. Erfurdt. Ir . Russell G. Humphrey. Richard L. Barnes .... RORer A. Wideman .. Donald F. Puis ..... John W. :\oltensmt'ver. Paul R. Cannon ...

Don 1.. Spickler. Ronald L. Dotson

25\ St. Louis 121 St. Louis .. 179 St. Louis ..

Warren Knackstedt. . . .. John Sam............. \\'illiam E. Guetebier . ..

Cosmos. Tuscan. Lambskin. Olive Branch

2821 360 460 576 638

Ravmond B. Williams. William G. Seibert. Henry C. Dahms. Sr Robert 1'. S<:hutte . Oren J. Hardman .....

Trian~le

. .

Louis ... Louis. Louis. Louis. Louis.

Time of Meetin~

Elmer A. Allersmeyer. P.O. Box 308. :\ew Haven. Mo. 63068 Charles H. Schuler. 6H4 E. Vine St.. Sullivan. Mo. 630HO. . . . . Albert G. Cowan. Rt. I. Box 480C. Gray Summit. ~o. 63039. ~. Woodrow Caldwell. 1310 E. 6th. Washington. Mo; 63,090. Sam I. Smothers. Rt I. Box 80A. RobertsvIlle. Mo. 63072... Roy L Barnes. 913 Thornton St.. Pacific. ~o. 63069......... Donald R. Hinson. Rt. 2. Box 387. L'nion. ~o. 63084

2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Fri. 1st & :hd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Tues. 1st & 3rd Sat. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 2nd & 4th Tues.

\I;;i~u~'(~·iG~~~t~~~\~t.2:~~:~xI~~ ~ 'li~I;~~~~~\1~3~~t4i :::: ~~~ ~ ::~ r~~rs lIoward E. Brandt. Rt. I. Rosebud.

~o.

63091..............

1st & 3rd Thurs.

tTl

Z Cil

1"\

.., ~

:t tTl

Richard W. Goff, D.D.G.M.. 9315 Warrior Dr.. St. Louis. Mo. 63123

:\aphtali. Erwin ..... Pride of the West.

St. 5t. St. St. SI.

SelTetarv's :\ame and Address

Clarence B. Doll. HOII Crest way :he.. St. l.ouis. ~1o. 63123. William B. Stephenson. Jr.. 10049 Stoncll Dr.. St. Louis. ~o. 63123 . I,,·in ~1. Sprous. 1'.0. Box 2135. SI. Louis. ~10. 63158 . Donald B. Fox. Sr.. Rt. 2. Box 114. Cedar lIill. 63016 . Harold F. Simmons. 242 Turf Ct.. Webster Groves. ~o. 63119 . Shirai Helfer. 10533 51. ~atthew Ln .. SI. Ann. ~o. 63074 . John W. Hillemeyer. 50 Ma~llOlia Dr.. St. Louis. ~o. 63124 . 'tdwin C. Hawkins. 9487 Rusebay Dr.. Crestwood. ~fo. 6:H 26 ~1elyin S. Acord. 1349 Graham. 51. Louis. ~o. 63139 . Raymond C. Scott. 11940 ~Ieadow Run Ct.. Maryland Heights. ~o. 63043 .

3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Tues. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Wed. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Tues. 2nd & 4th Wed. 2nd & 4th Tues. 2nd Thurs.

(,,0

I\:)

THffiTY·THffiD (B) DISTRICT City Cit) City City City City Cin' City City Cit\" City City

of 51. of Sl. of Sl. of Sl. of Sl. of Sl. of 51. of Sl. of Sl. of Sl. of Sl. of SI.

Louis Louis Louis Louis Louis Louis Louis Louis Louis Louis Louis Louis

\feridian .... Pomegranate. PHamid .... (;ood Hope. Aurora. America .. Cache. Harmom' ..... Clifton ~·Iei~hts. AI~abil . \fagnolia .. Trinitv ...

95 IHO 218 267 347 416 499 520 544 626 641

SI. SI. SI. SI. Sl. 51. Sl. Sl. Sl. 5l. SI. Sl.

James Harold Pennington, D.D.G.M., 10 Ranchero Dr., St. Charles, Mo. 63301

Louis. Louis. Louis. Louis Louis. Louis. Louis. Louis ..... Louis. Louis. Louis. Louis.

John W. Greene ..... Harry C. Ploetze. 5417 Donm'an Ave.. 5l. Louis. \fo. 63109 .. Charles R. Coleman. Kenneth R. Hill. 1144 \fagnet Drive. Olivelle. \fo. 63132 . Arlis J. Todd . Gerald R. Fair. 4327 Seibert. 5l. Louis. Mo. 63123 . Cecil J. Boswell . Willard W. Boenzle. 1650 \filler Road. Imperial. \fo. 63052 . Gene R. Brannum . Carlis E. Dawson. 3555 Alberhill Dr.. SI. Louis. \fo. 63129 . lames R. Shadowens. 120 Brent. Oakland. \fo. 63122 . I~~eph J. ,Wand . \\lllIam C. Baynes . ·hank.J. Danko. 4337 Oleatha Ave.. St. Louis. Mo. 63116 . Jack \f. Ira .. ' . William F. Schmidt. 9509 Yaffbury Lane. SI. Louis. Mo. 63123 Howard 1.. Schafer . \fike :-.; ichlos. 600 \forris. 51. LouIs. \fo. 63125 . lohn E..~olly. Jr . Elmer 1.. Fowler. 5208 Alabama Ave.. Sl. Louis. Mo. 63111 .. Eugene I. Davenport. .. David R. Vo~ler. 5037 Fendler Place. Sl. Louis. ~10. 63116 ... ~Ialcolm V. Hardaway .. Ellis H. Havard. #2 Sl. \fartha Court. Florissant. Mo. 63031

THIRTY-FOURTH DISTRICT Cass Cass Cass Cass Cass Cass Cass Cass

'" . '" " '" . "

Index . Cass . Grand River Belton . Jewel . Coldwater. . Archie .. Cleveland.

54 147 276 4:;0 4RO

4H5 6:~3

651

Bates. Bates. Bales. Bales .. Bales ...

An.lslerdam. . . . BUller. . . . . . . . . Crescelll lIill. Rich Hill. . . FOSler ... '

I~ I 2:>4 :\6H 479 ,~54

I Am. sterdam .... BUller .. Adrian. Rich Hill ..... FOSler ..

THIRTY-SIXTH DISTRICT Bemon. Benton .. Johnson ... Johnson .. Johnson. Johnson. Johnson. PettIs. Pellis. Pettis ..

Cole Camp . Shawnee. . . . . . Knob ;'I;osler. Holden. . Corimhian. . . g COI<.I S.'prin Chilhowee SedalIa. (;ranile. . . . . La~lome . . . .

:;Y5 653 245 262 265

.. .. '12.74 4H7 .. 236 .. 272 .. ~)74

Cole Camp. Warsaw. Knob :-';oSler Holden, Warrensbur~ ..

Leelon. Chilhowee. Sedalia. Sedalia l.a\lollle.

Willis D. Wainwri~ht \fan-in J. Ferrou . Victor E. Parisa . , Delbert K. \fjJJs William B. Clawson .. John W. Kern. . .... lack E. Duncan.. . .. Billy R. Wolf. .

Roger E. Orr. Rl. 2. Box 249. Garden City. \fo. 64747 ..... Robert L. Drury. RI. I, Box :~93. lIarrisonville. Mo. 64701 . John C. Waldron. P.O. Box 156. Freeman. Mo. 64746 . WjJJjam W. McDermet. 2302Jenkins Blvd.. Raymore. \fo. 640H:~ Glen R. Osborn. Rl. 4. Pleasant Hill. ~Io. 64080 . Eugene R. Powell .. Rl. 2. Box 17. Peculiar. Mo. 6407H . Darrell T. ~lavs. 606 W. Pine. Box 5:~A. Archie. \fo. 64725. Edwin S. CraYcraft. 1105 Edgevale Terr.. lIarrisonville. \fo.64701 ...

1st & 3rd Tues. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 3rd Mon. lSI & 3rd Tues. 2nd Tues. 3rd \fon. 2nd & 4th Tues. 2nd Tues.

~t~h~r~\F~~~'hL?HI~0~\.6~)h~~ls~~1ear~\i;~.06~i~(r\.::: . Larry D. While. Rl. 2. Box 257, Adrian. \fo. 64720 . Harrison D. Philbrick. Rl. :\. Box 137, Rich Hill, \fo. 64779 ... W. Carl Trogdon. Rl. :~. Box 174. BUller. ~Io, 647:30 ....

> Z o

5o ,..., ~

o"r1 3: Cii

A. Freeman Stanfill, D.D.G.M., Rt. 1. Box 401. Amoret, Mo. 64722 William Edgar Read .. Ronald 1.. :-';issen . Joseph A. Frazier . James I.: Applebury .. Flovd Lllllefield .....

C') ;;0

Curtis G. Long, D.D.G.M., 512 Margaret Lane, Belton, Mo. 64012

(;arden Citv ..... lIarrisonville .. Freeman . Belton Pleasant Ifill Drexel . An·hie . Cleveland

THIRTY-FIFTH DISTRICT -

2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Sal. 2nd & 4th Fri. 1st & 3rd Sal. 1st Tues. 2nd Tues. 2nd & 4th Sal. 1st & 3rd Mon. 2nd & 4th Tues. 2nd Fri. 2nd & 4th Wed. 2nd & 4th Thurs.

2nd Tues. lSI & :~f(1 Fri. 2nd & 41h Thurs. 2nd & 41h ~Ion. lSI & 3rd \fon.

[Jl

o c

Gary A. Inlow, D.D.G.M., 2795 Maplewood Circle, Sedalia, Mo. 65301 Kenneth I.. Ross . Thomas C. \Iorgan. Harry V. Poymer ... James \1. Hunter. Donald I. ~~yers .... Ronald L Cavaness. Fred Campbell .. Charles H. Cline. Robert L. \Iabry . Robert E. Bride·gan .

John D. Friedl~. Jr., 1'.0. Box 14, Ionia. \fo. 65335 . .101m Owen, P.O. Box 275. Warsaw. \10. 65355 . Kennelh P. Carp. 204 Hilltop Dr.. Warrensburg. \fo. 64093 .. George W. Casl, 704 S. Oli\·e. Holden. Mo. 64040 . Howard C. \fartin, Rl. 5: Warrensburg. \fo..64093 . Edward K. Lenz. RI. I. (,reenndge. \10. 65332 ,., I. Lee Ward. 200 S. l'enns\lvania. Box 7. Chilhowee. \10. 647:~:~ Howard J. Gwinn. 667 E. 'I Olh Sl., Sedalia. \fo. 65:~0 I Ray F. Hendricks. 1614 W. 201h Sl.. Sedalia. \10. 65:~OI . Ra} L. Sloll. 2407 W, 11th Sl" Sedalia. \10. 6530 I

lSI & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 41h Tues. 2nd & 41h Thurs. lSI & 3rd Thurs, lSI & 3rd \fon. 3rd Thurs. lsI & 3rd Fri. lSI Fri. 3rd Fri. 2nd Wed.

(,,)0

LODGE DIRECTORY BY DISTRICTS THIRTY-SEVENTH DISTRICT County Henry Henry Henry St. Clair St. Clair St. Clair St. Clair St. Clair

Lodge . . . . . . . .

No.

Windsor Clinton . Calhoun . St. Clair . Circle . Lowry City: Appleton Cuy Star

. . .

29 548 552 273 342 403 412 419

Location

Camden . Camden . Laclede . Laclede . Laclede . Miller . Pulaski . Pulaski ..

Linn Creek Macks Creek Laclede Competition Conway Iberia

. . . . . .

~~hlae~~ill~ : : : : : : :

152 433 83 432 528 410 375 385

Lebanon ..

Crawford Dent Maries Maries Maries Phelps Phelps Phelps Pulaski Texas ..

Cuba . Salem . Vienna . Belle . Lane's Prairie . Rolla . St. James . Equality . AriinKton . Latimer .

Camdenton . . Macks Creek Lebanon .. Competition ..... Conway . Iberia .

~~hlae~di~l.e.

. . . . . . . .

77 I SteelYille. 312 225 94 373 531 213 230 497 346 145

Joseph S. Kidwell. 610 S. Windsor St.. Windsor. ~o. 65360 Harry L. Jerome. 316 :'Ii. 5th St.. Clinton. Mo. 647:i5 . ~urrel V. Zollicker. P.O. Box 215, Calhoun, Mo. 65323 .. Eldon Lawson, Osceola, ~o. 64776 " . . Robert E. Bell, Sr., 1'.0. Box 54. Roscoe, Mo. 64781 Perry L. Atchison, 200 [1;. ~ahan. Lowry City. ~fo. 64763 . I~~n B. Brow.ning. Rt. 3. ~ontrose, Mo. 64770 . " ..liard L. Dams, Rt. 2. Box 41, Rockville, Mo. 64780 .

~eetinK

1st & 3rd Tues. 2nd & 4th Tues. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 3rd Tues. 2nd Wed. 1st Fri. :ird Mon. 4th Fri.

William E. Brenneman, D.D.G.M., Linn Creek Star Route, Lebanon, Mo. 65536

THIRTY-NINTH DISTRICT Crawford .....

Time of

Seuetary's "arne and Address

Master's "arne

1-~~~~~;I~eCny :

THIRTY-EIGHTH DISTRICT -

Wayne U. Thomas, D.D.G.M.. 207 E. Florence, Windsor, Mo. 65360

Robert E. Aye . Kenneth W. Hawkins .. Robert O. Haas . Robert G. McLerry . Donnie Gene Iloltgrewe I~hnni~ R. Clevenger .. Floyd Culver. . Kenwood L. Harra .

Windsor. Clinton. Calhoun Osceola .. Roscoe . Lowry City.

Continued

Cuba . Salem Vienna . Belle .. Vichy Rolla . St. James. :'IiewburK .. Dixon .. LickinK.

. .

Virgil R. Bradsher, Rt. 2, Box 138. Sunrise Beach. Mo. 65079 Howard D. Robinson Edward P. Daniels. 147 :-;. High Rt. 3, Camdenton, Mo. 65020 Donnie L. Poynter. .. Wallace W. Willard, 1'.0. Box 185. Lebanon, Mo. 65536 . Craig D. Miller ... Owen H. Simpson. 1460 South Jefferson, Lebanon. Mo. 65536 Forrest L. Griffin . . Richard J. Kerb. . . Robert L. Jump. P.O. Box 388. ~arshlield. ~o. 65706 lames c. Burks . I~seph Gass, Rt: I, !beria. ~o .. ?548~ .,' .. '.: . 'William B. FOrrTlY-Duval Fred A. McMillan. :>01 Broadway, Waynes\llIe. Mo. 65583 . Ronald Pemberton . E. C. Alford. J r., Rt. 3. Box 984. Richland, Mo. 65556 .

2nd Thurs. 1st Sat. 1st Thurs. 1st Sat. 1st Sat. 1st Thurs. 2nd Tues. 2nd Wed.

'"tl

;tI

on t"l'1 t"l'1

C') [J'J

o.." ..., ::r:: ~

Elden Ommert, D.D.G.M.. P.O. Box 54, Raymondville. Mo. 65555 Kern L. Schw·ieder.

:'Iiarvel W. Frazier, Jr.. Red Bone Ranch, P.O. Box 276. Steelville, Mo. 65565 , .

George Tomazi ... Richard G. Smith. Gene E. Kraft. Ronnie G. Stockton ..

{vi~b~~·,~rt. ~~~a;!s' ~~.··3:0~0~\'2~ti~'a~~.. ·~:~b~5~~·. 654~3 .. g:~~~\t1.n~f~~~~e~~t~:~t.12~B~I~~~~~e~nOai3~(.).~55~2.

~~~~~ ~.'l~~s;,; ::::

Dwayne D. Edwards .. T. R'. Ilavens ... Paul E. BeYdler . Walter E. Ritz ...

Garnett Walters, Rt. 5. Box 314. Rolla. Mo. 65401 Norman E. Ragan. Rt. 5. Box 378, Rolla. Mo. 65401 John T. Woolsey 100 :-.:. Jefferson. St. James. Mo. 65559

~:~;1;;'~~~y·~~i. ~i'~'~~n I ~·t.~~~~2~~.~y~~~.5~00: '65459 : Delbert G.

~uKford,

Rt. I. Box 812, Licking. Mo. 65542 ...

. . .

1st Sat. 2nd & 4th Fri. 1st & 3rd Fri. 1st Sat. 2nd & 4th Fri. 2nd Sat. 1st & 3rd Wed. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Fri. 1st & 3rd Tues. 2nd & 4th Thurs.

c.o

FORTIETH DISTRICT - Herman A. Koester. D.D.G.M.. 811 Richard Ave.. Festus. Mo. 63028 <.0

Jefferson ..... Jefferson ..... Jefferson ..... Jefferson ..... Jefferson ..... Sl. Francois ... Washington .. Washington ... Wash!ngton... Washmgton. . .

DeSoto ...........

!~~\~~r::h ::::::::. Herculaneum ... Arnold .......... Blackwell ........ Tyro ............

1Potosi ........... '1 Irondale.......... Belgrade... . . . . ..

119 164 256 338 673 535 12 131 143 632

2nd & 4th Thurs. 2nd & 4th Fri. 2nd & 4th Tues. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st Sal. Sat. night on or before full moon & 2 wks. thereafter potoSi .......... j {::seph c. Bover.········1 Clarence Alfred Johns. Rl. 2. Box 85. Potosi, Mo. 63664 ..... '12nd Mon. Irondale........ orris Fredrick Singleton David L. Lynch. Rl. I. ~ox 5, ~rondale, Mo. 63648........... 1st & 3rd Sal. Belgrade. . . . . . .. John I. Wells. . . . . . . . . . . LeWIS J. Pierce, Rl. I, Caledoma. Mo. 63631 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 3rd Sal. Leonard Fis~ler ....... Raymon E. PHhan ...... lames s. Thebeau ....... asH L Writt .......... Melbourne . Stohl ...... Brentwood . rkin .. " ... Thomas Franklin Wright

DeSoto ......... Hillsboro ....... Crystal City ..... lIerculaneum ... Arnold ......... Blackwell ....... Caledonia .......

Charles H. Turley, Rl. 5, Box 238, DeSoto, Mo. 63020 ....... Vernon K. Abel, III N. Grand Ave.. DeSoto. Mo. 63020 ..... Donald K. Orr, Rl. 5, Box 361, DcSoto. Mo. 63020 ........... Henry A. Hartoebben, 4319 Sinnwell Dr., Sl. Louis, ~o. 63123 ~hn J. Wilson. 2356 Lonedcll Road, Arnold, Mo. 63010...... obert Exline, Rl. 5. Festus, Mo. 63028 ..................... Charles J. Hill, Star Rl. 287. Box 45-E. Bcrryman, Mo. 65435

C")

Ross Jackson. D.D.G.M.. Rt. I. Box 209A. Wheatland. Mo. 65779

FORTY-FIRST DISTRICT -

Dallas . Dallas . Dallas . Hickory. Hickory . Polk . Polk . Polk . Polk .

Riddick . Western Light Urbana . Hogle's Creek. Hermitage. Fair Play . Modern Bolivar Pleasant Hope

. . .

361 396 421 279 288 44 144 195 467

Buffalo .... Jerry p. Smith Louisburg .. Kenneth O. Marsh L:rbana .... Lawrence S.a~ples Wheatland. Ethelbert 1 . Chaney I-!ermitage . Gilbert P. Kuhns . Fair Pia v . Ronald Drane . Humansville . Thomas M. Fine Bolivar . Larry K. Ferguson Plcasant Hope .. Kenneth E. Waddell .

FORTY·SECOND DISTRICT -

. Harold B. Pattcrson. Rl. I, Box 289. Buffalo, Mo. 65622 . . Forrest M. Dorman, P.O. Box II. Louisburg. Mo. 65685 . . . Joel D. Monteith. Rl. I, Box 20, Preston, Mo. 65732 . Ken Wayne Goodwin, Rt. I, Box 323, Flemington, Mo. 65650

~:;:~nVA~~l:~~e~ta~.~.. ,B~~x 1~:~I~i:::~~~~.~~·6gr2~. : : : : : . Vernon L. Myers, Rl. 2. Box 199. Humansville, Mo.65674 .. . James c. Faulkner. Rl. 2, Bolivar. Mo. 65613 . Robert E. Crowell, Rl. I, Box 4, Pleasant Hope, Mo. 65725 ...

4th Fri. 1st Thurs. 4th Sal. 1st Thurs. 3rd Tues. 1st Mon. 2nd Mon. 2nd Tues. 2nd Thurs.

o r'"

o o C'l t'!'l

o'Tl ~

r;;

Lacey Stapp. D.D.G.M.. P.O. Box 12. Greenfield. Mo. 65661

Cedar Cedar Dade. Dade Dade .

. . .

Stockton . Jerusalem , .. Washington . Everton . Lockwood .

2831 315 87 405 521

FORTY·THIRD DISTRICT Barton....... Barton . . . . . . . Cedar. . . . . . . .

Hermon.... Lamar..... Clintom'illc..

~~~~~~: :: ::.. r~:~to'~::::: ~~~~~~: ::.... ~~~~~~1~ro'::'" Vernon. . . . . .. Vernon.. .

...

:::

Unity............ Walkcr. . . . . . . . . .

187 292 482

Liberal Lamar Eldorado Spr Ncvada Sheldon

. . . .

Richards Walkcr

. .

~~~ :~~ ~(7~~~~~~ro :::::: 495 605

. . .

1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Mon. 4th Tucs. 2nd & 4th Tues. I~;t & 3rd Thurs.

Fred Maxwell, P.O. Box 65, ~indenmines. ~o. 64769 . Ray M. Quackenbush. P.O. Box 281, Lamar, Mo. 64759 . lames R. Leonard. Rl. ~, El Dorado Springs, Mo. 64744 .. '" . Ralph N. While, 520 Walnut, Nevada, Mo. 64772 . Fims C. Morris, P.O. Box 141, Sheldon, ~o. 64784 . Billy D. Dickbreder, P.O. Box 47, Schell City, Mo. 64783 . H. Gene Lasley. Rl. 2, Box 82. Sheldon. ~o. 64784 . . Earl 1.. Rog~rs,.Rural Rl., Richards, Mo. 64778 . . Grover G. I hllhps, Rl. I, Harwood. Mo. 64750 .

1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Tues. 2nd Thurs. 2nd Fri. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd Wed. 1st & 3rd Sal. 2nd Wed. 1st & 3rd Thurs.

Stockton . Robert F. Scharnhorst. Jerico Springs . Gene If. Holder. . Greenfield . Jasper I.. Gaddy . Evcrton . George Luce . Lockwood . Joseph A. Comer. .

Fred C. Crutcher, Rl. I, Box 186, Stockton. Mo. 65785 Teddy L. Sell, Rl. I. Jerico Springs, Mo. 64756 Lacey Stapp, P.O. Box 12, Greenfield, Mo. 65661 William R. Probst. 1903 Arcadia. Springfield, ~o. 65804 .. Ward K. Pattison, P.O. Box 183, Golden City, Mo. 64748 .

o c:: ~

Lloyd J. Peterson. D.D.G.M.. Rt. I. Box lSI. Liberal. Mo. 64762 D. Kent Thompson .. Woody G. Medlin . Robert I. Clifford . Ernest ff. Anderson. Robert S. Pritchett . Leland E. Ijams . Charles W. Maynard .. C. J. Schoneweather Charles 1.. Golden

......

LODGE DIRECTORY BY DISTRICTS FORTY-FOURTH DISTRICT Countv Jasper Jasper. Jasper Jasper. Jasper. Jaspt.>r .. Jasper. Jasper .. Jasper. Jasper .. Jasper.

:'\0.

. .

197 29:i 335 :H5 3!l8 401 471 512 549 586 592

l.o<:ation

Master's :'\ame

Carthag.~.

Sanoxie Joplin. Joplin. Jasper.. ..... Carterville Oronogo.. Webb Cit\ .... Carl Junnion. . Alba. . . . . . . . La Russt'll

FORTy-nFTH DISTRICT Greene.

O'Sullivan .. Ash (;rove .. Solomon ...

Springfield ...

(;ate of the Temple

Greene. . . Republic (;reene . Strafford. Greene. . . . . . .. Willard ... Webster. . Webster .. Webster. . Doric Webster. . Mount Olive. Webster. .. . .. I Hazelwood . Webster HendersolJ .

7 100 271

Walnut (;!'Ove . .. Ash Grove. Springfield. .

422

Springfield.

570 608 620 98

Republic. Strafford. Willard. . . Marshfield Elkland.. Rogersville. SeHllour. . Rogersville. . . . ..

:~OO

439 459 477

FORTY-SIXTH DISTRICT Douglas1 .. .. I ex as Texas. . . . Texas. . . . Texas. . . . . Wright. . . Wright.. Wright. Wright. . . . .

:;I'~' ii,;~b

I, i~

, Barnes . . . . . .. . .. : 116 Texas. 177 Plato. . . . . . 469 Summersville 555 ~Iountain Grove 158 Joppa..... 411 Mansfield. . . 54:~ :'\orwood . 622

Time of Meeting 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Tues. 1st & :inl ~lon. 2nd & 4th Fri. 1st & :inl Tues. 1st & 3rd Tues. 1st & :inl Thurs. 2nd & -tth TIItH·s. 2nd & 4th Wed. 2nd Tues.

,:,-..

John S. McMullin, D.D.G.M., 717 West Seminole, Springfield, Mo. 65807 Anton Tasich

' Almon A. Atkins, P.O. Box ~fo. 65HOH-0:~OI

Greene.

Douglas ..

Senetan.'s :-.iame and Address

Darius E. Adams. August C. Willm, Jr., 1826 S. Garrison. Carthage. ~fo. 6·18:~6.. O. Deverne Doss. Herbert F. White, Rt. I. Sarcoxie. \10. 64862 . Dean Beaver. ....... W. Larrance Roe, IH15 ~fidligan, Joplin, ~Io. 64HO I . David I.. Ellington. . . . . . Alvin.J. Lauener, 2609 West :~2nd St., Joplin, ~fo. 64HO I . Robert W. Davis.. Lawson L. Sharp. :q:~ :'\. 2nd St.,Jasper, ~fo. 647.~5 .... William H. ~funda\ Tern D. Stanlev, 116 W. Daughertv, Carterville. ~fo. 64835 ~farion I.. Garrison. Lonl D. Sill, 1810 W. :hlor, Webb Citv, ~Io. 64870 . Rodm'v E. Taylor.. I.vman n. Hemin, I:H6 S. Oronogo, Webb Citv, \fo. 64870 . Joe Howard ~Iaxwdl . Herbert D. Sandv, P.O. Box 29H, Carl Junnion, Mo. 64H:H .. (;uv D. 'ohnson. . . . . . . .. Llonl R. Abram, 1625 Chern Blossom I.a .. Carthage, Mo. 64H36 Conso(l<lated With and ~ferged Into Sarcoxi.· :'\0. 29:{

l'nited .....

(;reene. (;reene. Greene.

t\:)

...O'l

Lodge Carthage Sanoxie. Joplin . Fellowship .. Jasper . Cartenille. ~fineral . Webb Cit\ .. Carl .I u Ill:t ion (:riterion. . La Russell

Continued

Roger Ralph Adams, D.D.G.M., Rt. 6, Box 112, Carthage, Mo. 64836

Ava Richville .. Cabool. .... Houston .. Plato . Summersville . ~fountain (;rove Hartville. Mansfield . :'\orwood ..

lO:~OI

\wi ,-..

M ('T:

(;.S.. Springfield, .

Stne C. (;ilkn. Kent Hawkins. . . . . . . . Clarence M. Wommack.

Arthur.J. Dotson, Rt. 3. Box 22H. Walnut Grove, Mo. 65770 . Edgar Jenkins, Rt. I, Box 65. Ash (;rove, Mo. 65604 ..... RamlOnd R. Sanders, Jr...~ 10 S. Scenic Ave.. Springfield, ~lo 65802 . . . II. E. Bumgarner Ray Hilton, P.O. Box 985. Commercial Sta., Springfield, ~fo. 65803 . . James R. Atteberrv . . Donald S. ~faness. Rt. 2. Box 83. Republic, ~fo. 65738 ... 'tImer E. Bebout .. . .... Gary W. Yarbrough. Rt. :i, Box 259. Strafford, ~fo. 657:,7 . C. W. Stiver. . . . . .. r Donald B. Gordon. 406 S. Trov, Springfield, ~fo. 65802 .. O. Euge.ne Cardwell D,r. J Edward BlilJn. P.O. Box 14. ~farshfield. M'!. 65706 JerI'\' Prrce.......... \\ame Haymes. Rt. I. Box 1747, Branson. ~fo. 6:>616 .... Charles W. See 1\" • . Randall J. .lones, Rt. 3. Box 65. Rogersville. Mo. 65742 .. Tony Jurewil'l Joseph H. Hickt'v, P.O. Box 19. Sevmour. ~fo. 65746... Walter O. Barrow. Richard F. Ha", Rt. 4. Box 26, Rogers\'ille, Mo. 65742.

:inl ~fon. 2nd Tues. 2nd Thurs. 2nd

~fon.

3rd Thurs. 2nd Thurs. 1st Thurs. 1st Thurs. 2nd Fri. 2nd Sat. :ird Mon. 2nd & 4th ~fon. :ird Thurs.

Z CJ (J) ,-.. \wi

'Tl

:j ('T:

Jesse P. Matthews, D.D.G.M., P.O. Box 95, Nebo, Mo. 65471 Brian L. SimmollS . John W. Adams,.Ir. . Ilerlllan C. Pierson ...

~!lllil~lR{'bg)tr~i~; : . Clifford A. Todd. Howard E. Walker. Henry II. Heidelberg. Bobby R. Goss . Rand)' 1.. Richardson .

Vernon E. Fre\', P.O. Box 985. Ava, \fo. 65608 . (;eorge A. Col/ins. Davis Creek Rt.. Box 56, West Plains, Mo. 65775.. . . Hu!o(h D. Lower, P.O. Box 215, Cabool, ~fo. 65689 . Elmer ~furlin, 401 First St .. Houston, \fo. 65483 . Kenneth L Shaffer, 204 Francis St.. Wa\'newille, Mo. 65583 .. Stanley R. :'\orin, Star Rt., Box 97. Summersville, ~o. 65571 .. Josepl; W. :'\ickle, P.O. Box 387. ~Iountain Grove, Mo. 65711 C!~ades ~. Armstrong, P.? Box 91, Hartville, Mo. 65667 . \\ Illram E. DenniS, 210 \\. Maple St., Mansfield. ~fo. 65704 . Jerrv L Richardson, Rt. 2. Box 17, :'\orwood, Mo. 65717 ..

1st & :ird Tues. 2nd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Tues. 1st Thurs. 1st Mon. 2nd Sat. 2nd Fri. 1st Mon. 2nd Tues. 1st Thurs.

:.0 00 t\:)

( .0

FORTY-SEVENTH DISTRICT BlIr~n

Carter.

\'an

Carter.

Grandin.

R~vnold,

lIop~well.

Revnolch .. R~vnolch

Shannon Shannon Shannon

Angus Clifford Highley, Jr., D.D.G.M., P.O. Box 63, Bunker, Mo. 63629

50Y

Van Buren.

Da\id V. Crafton

Barn'''\'ille. Bunker. Delphian

579 239 :i5:i 675 1:i7

(;randin .. Lestel'\'ille. Ellington .. Bunker. Birch Tre~,

Wilburn C. Hodo Alfr~d I.. LorelllZ . JackJ. Hill . '\'ayn~ D. I'ark~r. Fred Craig ... ,

Winona

4:iO

Eminenc~.

607

\\'inona ... Emin~nce .

(;ordon A. Buckner John J. Stewart,

Bruce F. Elliott, P.O. Box 304. Van Buren, Mo. 63965. Tony Cates, Rt. I, Box 291. Elbinore, Mo. 63937 . .lames M. Johnson. Rt. I. Box 28C, Black. ~lo. 63625 . Arthur L. Cook. Jr.. P.O. Box 253. Ellington. Mo. 63638 . Rodney B. Parker. Rt. 2, Box 56A. Bunker. Mo. 63629 . Eug~n~ G. Kragness, Rt. I, Box 322 E. Mountain View, Mo. 65548 , , . Ronald D. Brawlev, Star Rt., Box 218, Winona, Mo. 65588 . T. F, Cox. P.O. Box 45. Eminence, Mo. 65466 .

I\:)

Sat. on or after full moon 2nd Mon. 4th Sat. 2nd Sat. 2nd & 4th Fri, 1st & 3rd Mon. 2nd & 4th Tues. 1st & 3rd Thurs.

FORTY-EIGHTH DISTRICT Iron. Iron. Iron Madison St. Francoi, St. FralHois . St. FranUli,. 5t Francois. St Francoi,. St. Francois .. St Francoi,. St. Francoi, .. SU'. GeneVle\'('

Star of the W~,t. ~Iosaic .. \'ibllrtlllm, ~larcu, . Bi'mank .. Farmillgtoll .. Ionic. St. Francois. Samaritan. I'endl.,ton . l.eadwood Eh·im Saline.

I:i:i 3:>1 676 110 41 l:i2 154 2:H 424 :,51 598 599 226

Harold J. Richardson, D.D.G.M., 502 Norwood Dr., Bonne Terre, Mo. 63628

Ironton. Belle\'i~w

Viburnum .... Frec!t-ricktown. Bismank . Farmington. Deslog~ ... LibertHillt: .... Bonne T~rn'. Doc Run .... l.eadwood . F1al Rivcr. St. Man's.

FORTY-NINTH DISTRICT 440

:'>larbl~

Bollinger ..... Zalma. Cape Girar<l~all SI. ~Iark's Cape Girardeau West View Cape Girardeau ~hstic Til' . Cape (;irardeau Whilewater Cape Girard('au ,Excelsior .... Cape (;irardeau I Ilaroid 0 Grauel

545 9:i

Zalma ..

pe.lTV" . Scott. . Sc.oll.

670 5111 515

Bollinger.

Trowl'l.

., . .. Il'ern\. ilk .. " . .. I1Imo . . . .... Chaff.·(, .

Oak RidKe . Whitewal~r

Jackson ... Cap~ Girard~au Perr\'\'ill~

lIIm~>

Chaff~e

. . .

Jim D'lO~I~s. P.O. Box 13. Inmton, Ml~. ~:~650 . Ralph . Irask. Rt. I, BelleView,. Mo. 63623 . . Jav' R. Fallesen, P.O. Box 11l5, Viburnum. Mo. 65566 .James O. Goldsbern, Rt. I, Box 145. Marljuand. Mo. 63655 .. Garn I.. Dalton, Rt. '2, Box 161, Bismarck, Mo. 63624 . Ben B. Smith, 700 E. Colleg~, Apt. 6A. Farmington, Mo. 63640 FlOYd II. Buckner. 1'.0. Box 1546. DesloKe, ~lo. 6:i601·1546 .. 1'. Vincent Kinkead. Rt. 2, Box 243, Farmington. Mo. 63640 .. ~lihon D. Perkins. 6:17 Rue Leona. Bonne '1 err~. Mo. 636'21l .. lerrv L. C~per, I~ ~liIlSt., ~.eadwood, ~lo. 63653 ~ . '\tarvJll L. I oston, .i I.i StatIOn St .. l.ead\',ood, Mo. 636:>3 . Clark Lame, .II'.. Rt. I, Box 519. E1vins. Mo. 63639 . Dwight Smith. 439 :\orth West St.. Pernvill~. Mo. 63775 ..

2nd & 4th Fri. 1st Sat. 2nd & 4th Tu~s. 1st & 3rd Thur,. 1st & 3rd Sat. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Mon. 1st Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Fri. 2nd & 4th Sat. 1st & 3rd Tues. 4th Sat.

(;'11'\' Pavne . Bill\ E. ~lize . (;illlert I.. Daniels . Jawb T. Wendel. J r.. Ronald G. Estes ..

·k~:~~:Il~~.nl~~;~~h~~I•... Harold R. Cors~ . Gan L. 1'0\l\el .. William C. ·Talln.

o,.... r.; o 'Tl

en o (F;

Thomas W. Anderson, Sr., P.O. Box 83, Glen Allen. Mo. 63751 . . Lee Dalton, Rt. I, Box 6, Sturdivant. Mo. 63782 .. lames T. Childress. 617 lackson Tr.. Jackson, Mo. 63755 .. \\'illiam R. ~elson, P.O. Box 27, Millersville, Mo. 63766 ... Robert G. Eis~nhauer. P.O. Box I I, Daisy, Mo. 63743 . Glenn E. Allmon, Rt. I. Box 161, Whit~~'ater, Mo. 63785. Joe n. ~lasterson, Rt. 3, Box 2:16. Jackson. Mo. 6:i755 . Cecil O. Blavlock. 217 S. Louisiana Ave., Cape Girardeau. :'>10. 6370i . Kenn~th E. Corse, Rt. 6. Box I A, P~rryv'ille, ~lo. 63775 .

~~~:lir~~l~ ~.·1\,~:>~I,i'~'o~\;~~v~(th:71e~: ~~U5~;tli) M.'~ .. 6:i7:~4

">Z

Charles H. Daume, D.D.G.M., Star Route, Oak Ridge, Mo. 63769 (;erald I.. Eakel

Hill .

Iln ~1~~r~~\II:d~au.

'2'21 417 441 67'2

John T. Warn'n. Kenn~th G. Rhoad~, . .lames B. Wallace ... Denni, R. Rog~r, Dwam~ E. ~lorri, ... John Buckn~r S\heSI~r J. ~lartin. Russell ~1. Arthur. :'>Iichael R. Stevcm , Charles L. Helm . Bilh Rav Link . ~lichael·W. Bover . Carlton E. Wvatt .

2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Sat. 2nd & 4th Tues. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Tues. 2nd & 4th Fri. 2nd & 4th Thurs.

1st & 2nd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs.

I\:)

' -J

...00

LODGE DIRECTORY BY DISTRICTS FIFTIETH DISTRICT County ~ississippi

LodKe

.....

:>;0.

Harry H. Sutherland. D.D.G.M.. 1300 E. Marshall St.. Charleston. Mo. 63834 ~aster's

Location

:-';ame

Scott .......... Scott . Stoddard ......

East Prairie ... Charleston ... ~orehouse .. Morley ..... Sikeston .. Bloomfield.

:cl84 407 603 184 310 153

East Prairie . Charleston ... Morehouse .... Morlev ........ Sikeston ...... Bloomfield .....

Norman 1.. Brooks. Clifton H. Cossey .. John 1.. Chaney ... Raymond K. Pope ... C. Bruce Tanner. Jr. Thomas R. Lee .

Stoddard .. Stoddard. Stoddard ... Stoddard Stoddard

Essex l.akeville ...... Dexter ........ Advance ....... Puxico ...........

278 489 532 590 596

Essex ......... Bell City .. Dexter ..... Advance. Puxico ....

Garry 1.. Sides ... Ferrel Austin. Sr.. Floyd M. StaKKs ... James Anthony ...... Kenneth A. Cooper.

~~~iS;;~g:id : : :

Continued

Secretary's :\ame and Address

Time of MeetinK

Charles I. Mc路Closkey. Rt. I. Charleston. ~o. 63834 . . . . . . .. Jack A. Farmer. 903 Sherman. Charleston. Mo. 63834 . Marlm 1.. Swmger. P.O. Box 224. Morehouse. Mo. 63868 . Curtis 1.. Halford. P.O. Box 207. Oran. ~o. 63771 . Kenneth H. Cline. 819 Greer St.. Sikeston. Mo. 63801 . ~ichael E. Bell. 619 N. Prairie. Rt. 2. Box 5R. Bloomfield. Mo. 63825 . James W. Kelley. P.O. Box 69. Essex. ~o. 63846 . Clifford Warren. Rt. \, Box 332. Bell City. Mo. 63735 . Dennis D. Rowland. Rt. 3. Box 519A. Dexter. ~o. 63841 . George V. Green. Rt. \, Box 149. Advance. Mo. 63730 . Leo H. Lowery. Rt. 2. Puxico. Mo. 63960 .

2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Tues. 2nd & 4th ~on. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Tues. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Mon.

'"I::

;:c

on [Tl [Tl

C"l

\Jl

FIFTY-FIRST DISTRICT :"ew Madrid. :"ew Madrid. New Madrid. New ~adrid. Perniscot. Pemiscot. Pemiscot. pemiscot.

. . . .

Point Pleasant .. !':ew Madrid. Lilbourn. Odorn . Caruthersville .. Hayti. Steele .. Wardell .

176 429 666 671 461 571 634 665

Conran. :"ew Madrid Lilbourn

t~~~tte::~~~li~ : : Hayti ..... Steele. Wardell ..

Wa)'lH~

Wayne

Poplar Bluff Composite .. :-';aylor .. Greenville. Wayne.

209 369 568 107 526

Poplar Bluff Doniphan :-';aylor (;reenville Piedmont

ames E. Manley. 1'.0. Box 25. Catron. ~o. 63833 . ohn ~. Hawkins. Rt. I. Bo~ 140]. Portaseville. Mo. 63873 . en W. Burns. P.O. Box 18:>. CaruthersvIlle. Mo. 63830 . Theodore T. ~artin. 102 E. Washington St.. Hayti. Mo. 63851

~~or~~);(:~i\~:~.rs:J ~:

William Orr .. . ... Billie E. Crabtree.

Arblean McHuKh. Rt. I. Box 260. Wardell. Mo. 63879 ...

2nd & 4th Thurs. 2nd & 4th Mon. 1st & 3rd Mon. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Tues. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st Tues.

....,

::r:

[Tl

John A. Heneger. D.D.G.M.. Rt. 1. Box 348. Piedmont. Mo. 63957

FIFTY-SECOND DISTRICT Butler ... Ripley. Ripley.

~~~r~.JA.~~:~~~t~~:.Pp9>. ~ooxx 339~. J~:t~~di~\~i. ~~;. ~~~~~ : : :

Dome C. Gaddis .. Ke\'an A. Beck. Charles N. Swain .. ROKer D. Lawson ....

o'Tl

Forrest Everett. D.D.G.M.. Rt. 1. Box 264. Hayti. Mo. 63851

Richard R. Brooks Paul V. Raper... William D. Astin . James S', C. Jones . Wayne (,. Bearden

Charles E. Divine. 1'.0. Box 475. Poplar Bluff, Mo. 63901 , Carroll E. Peck. 402 Gree!1 .. Doniphan. Mo: 63935 John A. Drennan. Rt. I. falrdeahng. Mo. 63939 . Paul MOIllKomery. Rt. I. Box Z-16. Patterson. Mo. 63956 . William N. Burch. 414 :>;. Main St.. Piedmont. Mo. 63957 .

. . . . .

2nd & 4th Tues. 2nd & 4th Tues. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Sat.

...(,0

00 ~

FIFTY-THIRD DISTRICT -

John A. Foster. D.D.G.M.. Rt. 2. Box 252. Willow Springs. Mo. 65793

lIowell ... Ilowell .. Howell Oregon. Oregon ......

~1t. Zion ........ Ingomar. .... ~loulllain View Alton ...... Woodside.

327 536 637 255 :~87

West PlaillS .. Willow Springs. ~loulllain View .. Alton ... Thomasville.

Oregon .. Oregon. Ozark .... Ozark ........ Ozark. <hark ......

Clifton ........... Koshkonong Sampson .... Bayou ....... Rockbridge. GaillSville ..

463 582 298 :Hi5 435 496

ThaY'er .... Koshkonong . Theodosia. Bakersfield ... Almartha ... Gainesville

FIFTY-FOURTH DISTRICT ......

Christian

'i pol l"la

Christian Christian. Stone Stone

....... Friend Billings. <;alena .. Crane ...

Taney .. Tane).

Forsyth ......... Branson.

Thomas C. Roe ..... C. Franklin Smith ....... Alfred E. Church, Jr. .... Charles J. Clemen ....... .lames E. Wiley .......... Ollie M. Ragan .......... Ray Dern ........... Arlie~. Wallace ..... Dona d R. Lovelace ......

~i~h~r~'2~h~~~::.:::

Samuel~.

Hurst. 704 E. Hwv. 160. West Plains. Mo. 65775 ... Don E. Traver. Rt. 3. Box 21"7. Willow Springs. Mo. 65793 .... Albert E. Gimpel. Sr., Rt. 3. Box 254. Mountain View, Mo. 65548 lIardin D. Franks. P.O. Box 37, Alton. Mo. 65606 ......... Arthur l. Franks. Thomasville Route. Box 90, Birch Tree. Mo. 65438 ............................................. Bill D. Williams. P.O. Box 95. Thayer. Mo. 65791 ............ Eugene S. Frealy. RI. 2, Box 185, Thay·er. Mo. 65791. ........ Claudy D. Hunter. RI. 2. Box 242. Protem. Mo. 65733 ....... Mack G. Davis. Rt. A, Box 71 B. Caulfield. Mo. 65626 ....... William F. O·Guinn. RI. I. Box 18. Norwood, Mo. 65717 ..... Barney Douglas. Rt. I, Box 63. Gainesville. Mo. 65655 ........

ht Thurs. 2nd Tues. 2nd & 4th Tues. 3rd Mon.

(,0

00 /\:)

3rd Sal. 2nd Tues. 2nd Thurs. 3rd Tues. 4th Sat 2nd Sat. 4th Thur.

Duane A. Eiserman. D.D.G.M.. 418 N. Sycamore. Branson. Mo. 65616

296

Sparta ...

George T. Goins ..

Donald II. Roller. P.O. Box 47, Sparta. Mo. 6575:L .........

:~52

379 515 519

Ozark. Billings. (;alena. Crane ......

Ronald P. Stahlman, Rt. 3, Box 352, ~ixa. Mo. 65714 ... Barry G. lIarter. 5.~O:~ S. Elmira, Springfield. Mo. 65807 .... Carnell E. Cutbirth, Rt. I, Box 293B. Galena, Mo. 65656 .

Fri. night on or before Full Moon 1st Tues. 1st Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs.

453 587

Forsyth. Branson

Tommv ~leritt .... Charles E. Rumley ~)hnnie l. Essary ....... ernard F. Radford (1982) ................ Charles C. ~ofsinger . Howard R. Childress ....

Charles H. Warren. P.O. Box G. Crane. Mo. 65633 ......... Cletys R. Ackerman. 1'.0. Box 191, Forsyth. ~lo. 65653 ...... Alvin H. Jones. P.O. Box III, Powersite. Mo. 65731 ..........

2nd & 4th Tues. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Mon.

> Z o r'

o o o["1'l

C "r'l

FIFTY-FIFTH DISTRICT -

Charles A. Donica. D.D.G.M.. 318 Broadway. Monett. Mo. 65708

C;;

Barn· ....... Barr)' . Barn' . Barr\' Barry IAwfemc'

~lonett .. Barn ...... Pythagoras. Comfort ....... Celllral Crossing .. Mount Vernon

l.awrence l.awrence.

Canopv .. Decatur.

. ..

l.awrence

Miller.

....

129

~Ionett

:~67 38:~

Washburn Cassvillt- . Wheaton. Shell Knob ~loulll Vernon

5:t'l 674 99 400

Aurora. Pierce City

567

Miller .....

1''4

FIFTY-SIXTH DISTRICT Md)onald. McDonald. Md)onald Newton. Newton . Newton .

SouthweM. Anderson. ~oel ... 1'<eosho .. (;ranln . Stella: ..

466 621 647 247 514 5:~8

Southwest Citv Anderson. :-':oel. ~eosho . Granby. Stella.

Charles II. Donica, 318 Broadway, Monett, Mo. 65708 .. Ray n. Willard, P.O. Box 45:~. Webb City. Mo. 64870. .., I~mes "':- LeCompte 11,,104 W. 7th .St .. Cassvill~~ ~o. 65625 frank"'. Kennedv, Rt. 2. Box 49. Exeter, Mo. 6:>647 . Robert W. Main. Rt. I. Box 434. Shell Knob, Mo. 65747. .. , Vinc'en W. Baldwin, Rt. 3. Box 161, Mt. Vernon. Mo. 65712 . Leslie R. Crouch, 304 W. Springfield St., Aurora. Mo. 65605 . Robert Mullins ... Steve G.Cresswell. Louis H. Garrison. 610 Elm St., P.O. Box 220, Pierce City. Mo. 65723 . Ilaroid Lee Corwin ... Lawrence Mynatt. P.O. Box 100, Miller. Mo. 65707 .

Ronald Wormington. Ilarley H. Rose. Kenneth R. l.ingle. Bovd Gahn. lArry E. Amyx. ./ern· l. Riggins.

Edwin W. Parker.

~.D.G.M••

James A. McKee . .less II. Weber . Clilllon H. Shaddox. III William A. Fry .. lArry T. Crow .. Cec'il J. Cloud ...

1st Thurs. 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st Tues.

(JJ

c::: ~

1st & 3rd Tues. 2nd Tues. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd Mon.

Rt. 4. Box 369. Neosho. Mo. 64850

James B. Cantrell, P.O. Box 485. Noel. Mo. 64854 .. Roy II. Efpard, Rt. 2. Box 263. Goodman. Mo. 64843 ..... Clinton, I . Shaddox. Ir.: Rt. I, Box 171, Jane. Mo.•64846 .. lohn \\. Murphy, 31' hill Ave.. ~eosho, Mo. 648:>0 . bavid L. Smith. Rt. I. Box 4. Diamond. Mo. 64840 . Finn Roslev, 3806 DU<.juesne Rd., Joplin, Mo. 64801 ..

1st & 3rd Tues. 2nd Mon. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st Thurs. 1st & 3rd Mon. 1st Tues.

/\:)

( ,0

~ ~

LODGE DIRECTORY BY D1STffiCTS - Continued FIFTY-SEVENTH DISTRICT (A) - Donald R. Wagner. D.D.G.M.. 8861 Windom Ave.. St. Louis. Mo. 63114 County

~o.

Lodge

St. St. St. St. St. 5t. St. St.

Louis .... Louis .. Louis . Louis . Louis . Louis .. Louis . Louis .

St. St. St. St.

Louis ..... JenninKs .. Louis .. Louis . Louis . Florissant '"

Beacon

~~1~~:::~1:::: .

~ 1~ ~O ~2

Paul Revere ..

~;"~~onn: : : : Overland. ~fizpah ...

613 623 ~9

6~ ~7 ~8

~~~~~I:~' ::...

\taster's l'ame

Secretarv's :'\'ame and Address

Time of \1eeting

Hazelwood. SI. John . Overland . Hazelwood .. Ferguson. Hazelwood. Overland Florissant ,

lames l.. Wilson...... lra l.. lIarris........ lulian.H.SlOvall......... l.eo \\. Ream. . . . .. . . Carrol L. Blackwell.... Stewart Barker. James D. Donaldson. . . .. Charles E. McGuire .. '"

2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd \ton. I 2nd & 4th Wed. 1st & 3rd Fri. 2nd & 4th Tues. 2nd & 4th Thurs.

Jennings '1 l:lorissant . . . . . .. Berkeley.. . . .. Florissant ... '"

Charles E. LaChange .. '1 \telvin G. Prysock. . . .. . M. Allen Dodd. . . . . " Donald E. Kley........ .

Charles II. \1iller, 10216 Baltimore Ave., SI. Ann, Mo. 63074. Richard 1.. Muenks. 2413 Canter Wav'. St. Louis. \10. 63114 '" Bobby E. ~<?bertson, 9.1.12 An'in PI.. Affton,1v:'0' 63123 . Roland E. 1almage. 9:J:J Switzer Ave.. St. LOUIS. Mo. 63147 . Herman L. \1cGill. 129 S. Barat Ave.. Ferguson. Mo. 63135 '" Edward 1'. :'\'eely.Jr.. 10191 Cloverdale Dr.. St. Louis. Mo. 63136 Robert~. Cox. 441H Tustin Court. Bridgeton. \10.63044 .... G. Glenn Wilson. 11161 Estrada Dr. Apt. 5. SI. Louis, Mo. ~1~ . . , . Alfred Schricker. 38 Flamingo Dr.. Hazelwood. \10. 63042 . ~aul C. l'euenkirk, 9252 Edna Ave.. SI. Louis, \to. 63137 . Charles. Couchman. 4843 \1argaret Dr.. Berkeley. \to. 63134 Charles]. Coleman. 7635 j:orestview Dr., :-';ormandy', Mo. 63121

Location

1st & 3rd Tues. 1st & 3rd Tues. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Fri.

FIFTY-SEVENTH DISTRICT (B) - Martin B. Toybes. D.D.G.M.. 116 Chantal Ln.. St. Louis. Mo. 63132 SI. SI. SI. SI.

Louis . Louis . Louis .. Louis .....

St. Louis ... Mt. \toriah .. Polar Star. Cornerstone ..

20 40 79 323

Creve Coeur ... Clayton . Clayton . Creve Coeur

Samuel Goldstein Geral K. Shepherd Rohert W. Smith Lloyd L. Schainker

Apollo

529

Creve Coeur ..

51. SI. SI. St.

Louis Louis Louis Louis

Rose Hill . Maplewood . Clayton . Brentwood .

550 601 616

Crev'e Coeur, Maplewood Clayton Brentwood,

SI. St. St. St.

Louis loUIS. Louis. Louis. . . . ..

'1 Shaveh Benjamin Franklin ..

642 M6 658

(:rcve C:0eur "'1 ~ill \\:ilcnsky ,. Creve Coeur .. " Earl E. Brav . Creve Coeur ... Thomas II.' :'\'ations .

661

St. Louis ...

. . .

Purity ..... Theodore Roosevelt

Gerald W. . .

. .

~fikesell

St. Louis

Thomas O. Gooch. ' .. Tyree C. Derrick........ Edward Duke Tweed. . .. Edward A. Bucker. ....

Earl T. Hatfield. Ir. . ,

Edward Solomon. 2452 Forestshadows Dr.. St. Louis. \to. 63136 Russell A. Grosch, 651-C Rosctta Dr., Florissant. \10. 63031 ... Fred O. Hahn. 780 Jerome La., Cahokia, 111.62206. . . . . . . . . . . Ben l.ambeq~. 14:~4 Willowbrook Covc. Apt. 3. St. Louis. \10.63141 .lames \t. Jones, !OSlO IIwv' 366. Tr. CI. No. 14. SI. Louis. \10.63127.............................................. Harry H, Hildebrand. Rt. I. Box 606. Glencoe. Mo. 63038 ... , William F. Harris. 7572 Wise Ave .. 51. l.ouis. ~fo. 63117....... Earl E. Sampson I H08 Kenilworth La .. Brentwood, Mo. 63144 Emmett Broombaugh. 14H05 Woodford Way. Bridgeton, \to. 63044 .... ,.............. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alhert Krause. 6M2 Corbitt Ave.. St. Louis. \10.63130... Walter S. Schauman. 4318 Vandals Dr.. Florissant. Mo. 63033 Ronald D. Winchell. 4140 Lockport Dr.. Bridgeton. Mo. 63044

I l.ee D. Tufts. 7429 Warner, St. Louis. \10. 63117. ,

I 2nd 1st

& 4th Thurs. & 3rd Sat 1st & 3rd Fri.

"'tl ~

o,...., ~ tT':

~ ~

o"T:

t'11

2nd \ton. 2nd & 4th Wed. 2nd & 4th Tues. 1st & 3rd Fri. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Wed. 1st Thurs. 1st & 3rd \ton. 2nd Thurs.

'" Deceased (.Q

nFTY-SEVENTH DISTRICT (C) -

Lawrence N. Weenick. D.D.G.M.. 506 Kingdell, St. Louis. Mo. 63124 (.0

SI. SI. SI. SI. St. St. St. St. St. St. St. 5t. St. St. SI.

Louis ...... Louis ...... Louis ...... Louis .... Louis ..... Louis ...... Louis ...... Louis ...... Louis ...... Louis ..... Louis ..... Louis ...... Louis ...... Louis ...... Louis ....

Bonhomme ....... Webster Groves .. Keystone ......... Fenton ........... Meramec ......... Anchor. West Gate ....... Kirkwood ......... Euclid ....... Forest Park ........

45 84 243 281 313 443 445 484 505 578 629 636 652 655 669

~::~~d~:;~~: ::.. :::

Pilgrim ........... Gardenville ........ Crestwood .......

Ballwin ........ Webster Groves .. Webster Groves .. Fenton ........ Eureka ......... Crestwood ..... Kirkwood ....... Kirkwood ....... Crestwood ...... Mehlville ........ Vallev Park ..... Mehl~·ille.. Webster Groves.. St. Louis. Crestwood .....

FIFTY-EIGHTH DISTRICT Miller Morgan .. Morgan.

Ionia . Versailles . Barnett .

381 \ Eldon :~20 Versailles 591 Barnett

FIFTY-NINTH DISTRICT Jackson .. Jackson .. Jackson.

Independence. .,. Summitt :-.fcDonald. . . . .. ..

Jackson .. Jackson ... Jackson. Jackson .. Jackson .. Jackson .. Jackson ...

Blue Springs . Ravtown . Ch'ristian . Buckner .... Mt. Washington. . Grandview. . . . . . Grain Valin. .

I 263 324

:\:n :~91

392 50 I 614 618 644

Kennett . Four ~file . Hornersville .. Cardwell ... ~falden . Senath. Clarkton. Bernie.

68 212 215 231 406 513 645 57:\

Theron M. Shaw. 951 Salem Way. Ellisville. Mo. 63011 ........ Orville M. Mash. 508 Ashbury Ct.. St. Louis. Mo. 63119 ....... Floyd G. Ward. 4647 Tower Grove Pl.. SI. Louis. Mo. 63110 ... Robert L. Wilson. 4735 Hedgemont Dr.. St. Louis. Mo. 6:H28.. Robert Stanton. 305 Clara St.. Eureka. Mo. 63025 .......... Robert . Wangelin. 45 Mcintyre Dr.. Fenton. Mo. 63026 ...... Kennet Heskett. 733 Buckley Rd .. Mehlville. Mo. 63125 ...... Harry O. Heines. 605 W. Adams. Kirkwood. Mo. 63122 ....... Francis M. Howorth. 18 Gocke Place. St. Louis, Mo. 63114 .... Oliver Diers. 8427 Mathilda. Ave.. St. Louis. Mo. 63123 ....... John D. DeClue. Rt. 3. Box 485. Lewis Rd .. Eureka. Mo. 63025 Gerald R. Burnworth. 700 Karlsruhe 1'1.. St. Louis. Mo. 63125 Glendle R. Boggess. 13 Stoneyview La. Creve Coeur. Mo. 63141 Jeffrey C. Kitsmiller. 1951 Donnell Dr.. Barnhart. Mo. 63012 .. Charles Wesdell. 204 Deane Ct.. Sunset Hills. Mo. 63127 ......

1st & 3rd Tues. 2nd & 4th Tues. 1st & 3rd Wed. 2nd & 4th Fri. 1st & 3rd Fri. 2nd & 4th Tues 1st & 3rd Tues. 2nd & 4th Mon. 2nd & 4th Mon. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Tues. 1st & 3rd Tues. 1st & 3rd Thurs.. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Mon.

Stephens M. Barnhouse. Jim Evermonde . Paul J. Montavy .

2nd & 4th Mon. 2nd & 4th Mon. 3rd Mon.

F. Douglas Partridge. 219 N. Locust St.. Eldon. Mo. 65026 . Vernon L. Whittle. Rt. 3. Box 281. Versailles. Mo. 65084 . Dwight McDonald. Rt. I. Box 63. Barnett. Mo. 65011 .

. . .

Blue Springs .. Ravtown . Oa'k Grove . Buckner . Independence .. Grandview . Grain Vallev .

Kennett . Campbell . Hornersville Cardwell. ~falden . Senath ... Clarkton. Bernie .....

E. Thomas Lalik . Kenneth L. Davis Franklin D. Dyer

. .

Glenn E. ~feans ... Worth C. Johnson. .II'. Donald l.. Case . Roy E. Washam .. Gregory A. Learning Vernon R. Frazee Richard L. Thomas

(') :;.::l

Robert R. Crick. 329 East Kansas. Independence. Mo. 64050 . Harvey Wilson. 104 O'Brien Rd .• Lee's Summit. Mo. 64063. Charles D. Lemasters. Rt. 2. Box 211. Blue Springs. Mo. 64015 . Jesse E. Ehlers. 4015 S. Forest SI.. Independence. Mo. 64052 .. Chriss l.. Green.)r.. 3104 Claremont. Ind~pendence. Mo. 64052 Donald E. Denms. Rt. 2. Box 82. Bates City. Mo. 64011 . Clarence l.. Alumbaugh. Rt. I. Box 59. Buckner. Mo. 64016 . Charles R. Gates. 4301 S. Ple<lsant. Independence. Mo. 64055 .. . . Joseph G. Wehner. 6007 E. 86th St.• Kansas City. Mo. 64138 .. . l:dward E. Reed • .11'.• Rt. I. Grain Valley, Mo. 64029 .

.J.

o t"'" o o

(') t't'l

o "'r1

George V. McDougall. D.D.G.M.. 1104 Indian Ln.. Independence. Mo. 64056

Independence Lee's Summit. Independence

W. Roger Bowness. D.D.G.M.. Rt. 5. Box 22AC. Eldon. Mo. 65026

SIXTIETH DISTRICT Dunklin Dunklin. Dunklin Dunklin. Dunklin Dunklin. Dunklin. Stoddard.

-ltmes c. Brown ........ auel D. QUImby ........ fmes W. Woods ....... obert A. Wahlig ...... Willard V. Fritts ......... T. Kenneth Riggs ....... Lyle E. Wade ........... Kent E. Karohl. ......... Robert D. Watkins ....... Paul R. Belli ............ Joseph c. Kirksey ....... Dennis E. Fetter. ........ Harold Don Wayman .... William D. Harvey ...... Peter G. Mavromatis .....

2nd & 4th Mon. 1st & 3rd Tues. 1st & 3rd Mon. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Tues. 2nd & 4th Fri. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Tues.

Ci[JJi

o c::

Oscar B. Rogers. D.D.G.M.. Rt. 2. Box 218. Malden. Mo. 63863

Paul PatlOn . David H. Mauldin .. Mike Hamrick ..... James H. Burgess. Jr Allen Skidmore ..... Charles D. Wallace. John F. Hasty . .lames L. Renfro

Dewayne L. Jackson. 11II Pruitt. Kennett. Mo. 63857 Joe W. Cumms. P.O. Box 86. Campbell. Mo. 63933 J. D. Young. 1'.0. Box 54. Hornersville. Mo. 63855 Herman L. Clark. Rt. I. Arbyrd. ~fo. 63821 . Ronald E. Doyel. Rt. I. Box 219. Malden. Mo. 63863. Bill T. Ponder. P.O. Box 207. Senath. Mo. 63876 . Dan A. Day. P.O. Box 222. Gideon. Mo. 63848 . Rov'Ce L. Ellsworth. RI. I. Box 100. Bernie. Mo. 63822

. . .

. .

2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Mon. 1st Thurs. 2nd Tues. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Mon. 2nd & 4th Thurs.

~ ~

GRAND REPRESENTATIVES TO AND FROM THE GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

e.a

TO MISSOL'RI Grand Representative Fielding A. Poe Thomas K. McGuire, Jr. Edward E. Nixon . Robert J. Crede . William H Chapman . John W. Adams .. Gus O. Nations .

~~I~O~~\r~r.~~I.::::: : J~~' ~;ii~y :: ::: ::::::::.

GRA~D

Florissant. .. , .. Springfield . Gallatin Jefferson City Webster Groves ~arshall . SI. Louis .. Fairfax . Jane .

. . .

Thomas B. ~ather . Walter H. Baird .... George E. Winslow. Walter L. Walker. Eric Sonnich I· M. Sellers . Edwin W. Parker .

Kansas City . Columbia . Wimberle", Texas. :-.Ieosho.. : Trenton. Lexington .. :-.Ieosho., ...

...........

P. Vincent Kinkead. Bruce H. Hunt ..... l.ester E. Schultz. John H. Rich . Harold O. Grauel . Thos. J. !la~is: 1r. .. Harold C. Smith . James D. Sutton . Harry C. Ploetze . Roscoe Rooffener . Walter C. Ploeser .

~~~~~~I~~~n: : : : . SI. Louis .. , . Jefferson City . Cape Girardeau . Piedmont. . Affton . Piedmont. . SI. Louis . ~acks Creek .. SI. Louis .

. · . . · .

Alabama .. Alaska . Alberta . . . . , ,Argentina ,, Arizona , Arkansas . , . , . ,Austria,

J~~~ ~.b~:~~~r~~: : : : : : : : : : : : : : :

. .

··.·.·.·.·,·.·.·.·.·.j~·~~:f-~~i~:::::::::: :

... Brazil-Rio de Janeiro . .Brazil-Rio Grande do Sui . . Brazil-Guanabara . . Brazil-Minas Gerais . . . . Brazil-~aranhao . . Brazil-Para. . . . Brazil-Parana . . . .Brazil-Pernambuco . .Brazil-Santa Catarina . . .Brazil-Sao Paulo . .British Columbia . . Canada . . Chile . . China . ., . Colorado . .... Columbia-Barran(juilla.. · Connecticut . . Costa Rica. . Cuba . .... .Delaware . ....... Denmark . .District of Columbia . . .... Dominican Republic .. ........ .Ecuador .... . EI Salvador .. . England . . .. Finland . . ..... ,Florida . ... , ,Fra~ce (~atl.) . Georgla . . Greece . . ,Guatemala, . · , .Iceland , . ............. .Idaho . ., Illinois , ..

Gordon Robert Wilson . Ernesto F. J. Plaut. . Samuel Anthony Scalzo .. , , .. . .. Jack Stockburger .. , , , . br. Leo Kandel , . Bernard Clarinval . Joao Antonio de Souza Filmo . l:lysses U, Bittencourt . Val~yr Goul!1rt Jacques . Bemto Gabriel de Jesus . Arnaldo Pertence . Joaquim Elids Filho . B. B. I. Fritas .. , ,., ,. Arnaldo ~azza, Jr . Fernando Pinto de Araujo .. Djalma Ouriques .. , . Antonio Camilo de Faria . William Joseph ~cCoid . John V. Lawer . l.uis Sanchez-Puelma . , J. H. Moore, III . Clyde Elton Smith . Wm. E. Piercey. , Juan Diermer J. Emilio Soto George Raymond M. Savage Knud ~eister Charles B. Gilley, Sr. Hector B. Penson

MISSOL'RI

Grand Representative

O. Wesley Konering . W. Marion Luna . Lloyd E. Poore . Robert L. Harder . Joseph W. Nickle . Earl K. Dille . James A. Noland, Jr. . John E. Wetzel . Henry W. Fox .. Edward E. Wilson.

it~:n~~~~a~~;J~:: :::..

LODGE

Post Office

Springfield SI. Louis .. Advance... Kansas Citv .. SI. Louis .'.. Piedmont . Macon . Kirkwood . Mountain Grove Kirkwood .. Osage Beach .. LOuISIana ..... Parkville. SI. Joseph ....

Wilham F. Jackson .....

FRO~

. . . .

Post Office Fairfield Southwest City, Missouri Onoway Buenos Aires Tucson Winslow Wien, I. Dorotheergasse 12 Brussells Itapetininga Rio de Janeiro Rio Grande do Sui Rio de Janeiro Belo Horizonte Para Recife, Pernambuco Santa Catarina Sao Paulo Kamloops Islington, Ontario Valparaiso Taiwan Denver East Hampton San Jose Havanna Copenhagen Aroda, Virginia

C') ~

tl t""

o tl

C')

t!'1

o"Tl 3: Cii

C/l

o C

Francisco Javier ~oreno . The Earl of Eglinton and Winton Risto Patiala .

Santa Ana London Helsinki

W. H. Robinson................. Sam B. Owens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E. Tsitsones , . . . . . . .. Tomas V, Contreras.,........... Bjorn Sveinbjornsonn Clarence D. Parkhiser .. . . . . . . . .. Lester B. Ohlsen ,.

Dover Blackshear Athens Guatemala City Iceland Nezperce Chicago

~ ~

c..>o

~ ~

GRAND REPRESENTATIVES TO AND FROM THE GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI---{Continued) TO MISSOURI Grand Representative

Arthur O. Hodges Lester Heckman J. Morgan Donelson WilliamJ. Hill Frank A. Arnold Vern H. Schneider Frank P. Briggs Robert H. Arnold Thomas C. Warden Robert R. Bradshaw Hoyt young Robert F. Burian Ralph P. Bunnell Bernard ~. Meeker

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

R. Terrence Mueller Owen S. Taylor . Herman A. Orlick Robert D. Jenkins William R. Robbins Virgil R. Bradsher Robert Gene Embry Lewis C. Cook Roy H. Rude A. B. Vanlandingham Charles E. Scheurich Richard H. Bennett Elvis A. Mooney lack N. Matthews "tIdon D. Turnbull Blair C. Mayford Harold Thorne Herbert C. Hoffman Harry Gerahenson

. . . . . . . . . . . . . '. . . . . .

Grand Representative

Webster Groves .... Mexico . Ballwin . St. Louis

~~:~~~~~.c~.

. . .

~:~~~:lw~ga'rv~~.:::::: : Carl I. Stein A. H. Van Gels

GRA:-.ID LODGE Post Office

Roy H. Sander. '" Howard F. Kizer Elmer W. Wagner Ronald P. Krueger

Princeton Kansas City Boonville St. Louis

· . '. .I;;~~a : : : : : : : : : : : : :: · .. Indiana. . . . .. . . . . . .. · . .Ireland. . . . . . . . . . . .. . Israel. . . . .. . . . . .Italy <Grand Orient) . . . Japan. . . . . . . . . . .Ransas . . . . . . . . . . . .. · .Kentucky . . . . . . . . . . . . · .Louisiana . . . . . . . . . . ..

::::::: . .

. .

Kansas City Owensville Boonville Macks Creek . St. Louis . Kansas City . Weston . Los Angeles . APO New York St. Louis .. Florissant. .. Ballwin LaJolla. Ca Glendale

. .

· · ·

. . .

J;:~~~s~.~ ~i.ty: : : : : : : : : : : : : St. Louis Purdin Kansas City St. Louis

· .Manitoba . . . . . . . Maryland " .. ...... Mexico--Benito Juarez. . ~exico--Cosmos. . . . .

. . . .

!':~h~~:dt~o~f,h~~~~'::::::: Richard C. Thistle Robert S. Eakin Zeev Cohen Ugo Bellantoni ~~sato Imamura Clifford D. Knauss Alva Miller Thomas T. Elkins

Thomas Sidebottom Walter W. Conway Claes Evan Johnson Tomas Guera Antonio Hernandez

~assachusetts

.Mexico--Occidental Mexicana... ... Mexico--Tamaulipas.. .. . . .Mexico--Valle de Mexico.. . . . Mexico--York.. . . . .. . .

Post Office

. .

·.·.·.·.·.·.·.~~~~~~~a:

· Mississippi . .............. .Montana . . . . . . . . . . .:"ebraska . . Nevada . .. New Brunswick ........ New Hampshire . . . " .... :-.Iew Jersey. ........... New Mexico . New South Wales .......... .l'ew york ...... New Zealand

. .

Huntington Carrickmacross TeI-Aviv Vibo Valentia

Halstead .. , Louisville Natchitoches Bonnevoice ~achias

. .

Winnipeg Baltimore :-.Iewtonville Torreon. Coahuila Chihuahua. Mexico San Luis Potosi. ~exico Monterrey Guadalajara Jal.. Mexico

. . .

~:ci~~ci::/~ro:~sRi~~s:::::::

Jose Carlos Hores Amado Abrego V . Lie. Valention Rincon .. , George Sandor.

~~r~o~u~~~;~~:~ico. D.F.

. .

Paseo de la Reforma 545. Mexico. D.F. Oswosso Brainerd Clinton Helena Omaha Las Vegas

George W. Campbell . Henry R. Van Geest . Van Aubrey Evans . Donald W. Schenck . William F. Patterson . ... , Rex L. Jensen ...

'"tl ~

o(j ~ ~

Z ::J (J)

o'Tl .....;

:I: tTl

. .

David G. Thompson John T. Koedderich Hanry M. Rowley Reginald Sydney Littlejohn Sam Garfinkel Adam Smith

. . . .

...........'..N~~:ha~:~~li~~: :::::::::

T. Walton Clapp III.

. . .

M. D. Olar Gulli Hilmer W. Neumann

.....:"orth Dakota .. .........:"ova Scotia ............... Norway ........... .Ohio

Bombay

. .

:L~~~'.:i~u~~::::::::... ~8t~r..t~h1~e:y::::::::::

.·.·.·.·.·.·.M~~~~~~~aor:~~:::::.

~~~~~~~:i~~::::::::: ..

Sunrise Beach Rocky Comfort Kansas City . New Franklin .. Columbia . Columbia St. Louis Bloomfield

.::::::::

~acon

.+:-.

FRO~ ~ISSOURI

. . . . . . .

~'s~~ik~G~~~~s:::::::::::::::: : . .

Hudson Teaneck Stanley Chatswood :-.lew York City Wellington Raleigh Sarles Port Williams Sandvika Cincinnati

( ,D

<.0

00 I\:)

D. Eugene Wisner. Roberl B. Armour. Stanton T. Brown. Albert J. Elfrank . Freelon K. Hadley William H. Wisbrock . Elmer L. fowler. Frank K. Roy, Jr..... Lawrence E. Dudeck. Bert W. Casselman. Richard L. Thompson. J. Edward llIinn .. Argyl E. Kistler ..

Blue Springs .. Kansas City .. Buckner. Advance. Sl. Joseph . Webster Groves .. 51. Louis .. Mesa, Arizona . Sl. Charles. Parkville. Dearborn .. Marshfield. Stella ...

Joseph S. VanDolah ..

Kansas City.

Glenn F.

BClZ

W. H. Utz,Jr. . Lloyd C. Seaman John C. Boller. Alfred M. Frager. Joseph A. Gra~1l . W... lter I. Bubhu . Willie R:eyl1?lds

Gus O. Nations .. Victor L. Ford .. W, Rilymond Usher . lohn L. Pelly . Homer L. Ferguson. William R. Denslow .lohn Black Vrooman .. 1.. C. Robertson . William A. Bagley .. J. Clyde BUller .... J. C. Montgomery. Jr.

Ballwin ...

Sl. Joseph .. Sl. Joseph. Hermitage .. St. Louis .. Lee's Summit. Kansas City. Bridgeton .. St. Louis.. . ..... '., .. Raytown. Hannibal.

Lake Ozark. Jefferson City .. 'Trenton . St. Louis. Kirkwood Shelbina, . Macon .. Mexico ...........•••...

.Oklahoma. .Oregon .... Panama. .Peru . .Philippine Islands. . ... Puerto Rit:o ... .Prince Edward Island. . ..Quebec. .Queensland .... .Rhode Island .. .Saskatchewan . . ..Scolland .... .South Australia

.South Carolina. .South Dakota . ....•. . .Sweden. .Swiss Alpina .. .Tasmania. ..••.......... 1~ennessee. .......Texas. . .The Netherlands. . .Turkey . .United Grand Lodge of Germany .Uruguay .. . U"'h. .Venezuela. .Vermont. .Victoria . . . ..Virginia .Washlllgton . .Western Australia. .West Virginia .. .Wisconsin ..

Robert L. Taylor Henry SCOlt .... ,

. .

~~i'e'r' L~~~d'~ Di~; : : : , . 'Raymundo N. Beltran .. Jose D. Martinez . Alben Edward Lavers. G. W. Warren .. N. G. Dahl . Norman P. Jehan. . ....•. 10hn L. Green, ..........•..... 1an L. MacKean. J. W. Johns. Bobby R. Faulkner .....•.. Gary Saunders .... 1'. G. Bergentz. Jr. tea~l HUBu~t. ... t. F. C. I ansh , James P. Buck. Clayton E. Dean .. . ..•....... W. B. 1'. Hoffman.

Skialook Veneta Lima Manila Charlottown Candiac Woolloong-dbba North Sciutate Regina PaISley 63 Wmdsor Ave., Woodville Pk.• S. Aus. Summerville Sioux Falls Solna Hobart Cookeville Tyler Amsterdam ,.,

Wolfgang Vogel. ...

Frankfurt al11 Main

Edwin Charled Randall .

Ogden

Cedric L. Smith . E. Holst. . Clarence A. Dains. MilLOn R. Benson ... , ....•....

Ryegate Alexandria Seattle

lohn E. Hall . l:ugene G. Williams.

Peterstown Oshkosh

Z t:J

t""

o t:J otr1 o'T1 a::....

VJ VJ

o C

I\:) I\:) (Jl

EARL K. DILLE Grand Master 1982-83

A MASONIC REVIEW

A MASONIC REVIEW By BRUCE H. HUNT. P.G.M. Again we present a review of Masonic conditions around the world as they appear to us after having reviewed the many proceedings that have come across our desk. We also present certain Masonic-related material which has been in the news and has been reported in several different publications. One of the chief concerns is membership. We have become convinced that many thinking Masons may have changed their minds about solicitation. It may be that we have placed a new and different interpretation on the meaning of solicitation. The ancient charges include the phrase "improper solicitation." Does this really mean that we may "properly" invite particular persons to become candidates for Freemasonry? We were particularly interested in the comments of the Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts on this subject. He said: As I come to the end of my term as Grand Master, I emerge with the following convictions concerning Masonry in the next decade. Almost every Grand Jurisdiction is struggling to find a way to stem a diminishing membership. There is no question that the number of members suspended for nonpayment of dues is larger than it ought to be. This needs to be seriously and continually addressed by every lodge as well as the Grand Lodge. I believe more than ever, however, that the future of the Fraternity lies in "Particular Procurement." Though the process may seem strange and unusual to us, we need to ask those good men who are our friends and colleagues, "Have you ever thought about becoming a Mason?" You may be surprised at the number of men who were waiting for someone to raise the question with them. We can no longer afford not to confront "particular" men with the aforementioned question. Our survival depends upon it: time will pass us by. I hasten to say that we are neither recruiting members nor establishing membership quotas. I believe the lodge will have to become more family centered. That wives will go to the temple with their husbands and enjoy their own program while the husbands attend to their lodge work. The evening would end with some kind of combined involvement. What better place for a candidate to bring his wife while he takes his degrees? It is a splendid opportunity for her to meet and get acquainted with the wives of the members, as well as the members themselves. She will hear the story of Masonry from a woman's point of view, and perhaps get some of her unasked questions answered. She is becoming a part of the lodge family at the same time that her husband is.

ADVERTISING CALIFORNIA: The Grand Master of California compared the overregulation in our government to the same type ofoverregulation in the Fraternity. He had this to say: Similarly, I call your attention to the comparable effects of overregulation upon our great Fraternity. I speak specifically of our highly restrictive regulations pertaining to advertising! I am well aware of, and completely sympathetic with, the thinking that produced these restrictions. Our forebears had but one objective - a truly commendable one - in mind when they adopted these regulations; namely, the welfare of Freemasonry in California and Hawaii. Since those days, however, there has been a tremendously increased competition for

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

the dollar, with a remarkably decreased value in the dollar itself. People, families, and even organizations - Masonic and non-Masonic - are finding it harder and harder to acquire the dollars and, consequently, are becoming more and more discriminatory in spending them. Recognizing this, other well-established and well-respected Masonic jurisdictions notably, Utah, Rhode Island, Ohio, Indiana, and New York, to name a few-have found it expedient to relax their restrictions upon advertising - WITHOUT LOSS OF RESPECT OR STATURE! Any advertising firm or business executive will tell you that advertising is not evil in itself, but rather it is what you say and how you say it that constitutes the basic determinant of acceptability. Our brethren in other jurisdictions have clearly demonstrated that a truthful, dignified, conservative advertisement that is presented in good taste is an asset to the Fraternity. It need not be flamboyant, gaudy, or screaming in its appeal; it need not stress the profit or self-aggrandizement motive. There can be no denying that for too long we have hidden our virtues, our goals, and our organization behind a self-imposed, restrictive shield. In so doing, we have created an ogre, a "Masonic Mystique." Librarians and authors continue to characterize us as a "secret society," even though it is obvious that we are NOT secret. Efforts to correct this unfair categorization and to educate the librarians and others have failed! -largely due to our regrettable shroud of secrecy and reluctance to speak out. We expect attractive, capable, and worthy men to knock at our doors and apply for membership with virtually no knowledge about us. Because we make so little about us known to the uninitiated, we fail to attract many intelligent, potentially valuable men who have been accustomed to asking, "Why?"; "What for?" The sports pages often report that today's coaches are confronted with a new breed of athlete: Players who ask, "Why?" The successful coaches have been forced to become more flexible, relaxed, responsive, and understanding of the questioning athlete. They have had to learn to yield to all the inquisitiveness. In many cases, it has made better coaches of them, compelling them to justify the new plays, assignments, and innovative formations. And that is not all bad! Times are changing, so are people! If we are to survive, we too must change to meet the challenges of the day! With this thought in mind, I respectfully urge you to recognize that our overly restrictive regulations on advertising MUST be relaxed. As you know, our jurisdiction permits limited advertising by DeMolay, Eastern Star, Scottish and York Rite Bodies, and the Shrine. Such advertising has expanded and enhanced our public relations, as well as produced much needed revenues and financial assistance for our related bodies and their respective charities. ~UMBER

Specifically, I recommend that advertising in Masonic publications be permitted, provided that no pressure is brought to bear to sell such advertising.

The Grand Master's recommendation No.2 above received a majority vote, but not the required five sixths affirmative vote required for passage. It is held over until 1982.

ALASKA CALIFORNIA: The Grand Master of California commented on his reaction to the newly forme~ Grand Lodge of Alaska: On the first weekend of February this year, representatives of 12 of the 19 Masonic lodges of Alaska met in Constitutional Convention in Anchorage and formed the new Grand Lodge of Alaska. The seven remaining Alaska lodges opted to remain with the Grand Lodge of Washington, thereby splitting the state. Recognition was granted this new Grand Lodge almost immediately by at least three other Grand Lodges, but not by

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Washington. Because of this, I found it necessary to inform all California lodges that the 12 lodges which formed the new Grand Lodge of Alaska were not recognized by us, and no fraternal intercourse could be carried on between them and lodges of the California Grand Lodge. This presented some real problems to those California members who held dual membership in one or more of the unrecognized Alaska lodges. I instructed the Committee on Recognition of Foreign Grand Lodges to study the formation of the Alaska Grand Lodge and report their findings as soon as possible. We then awaited further action by the Grand Lodge of Washington before making any further decisions in this regard. At the Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Washington, official recognition was granted to the Grand Lodge of Alaska with the provision that the seven holdout lodges could remain under thejurisdiction of Washington. The Grand Master of Alaska was present at that session and voiced the approval of his Grand Lodge for the action taken, including the seven lodges remaining in the Grand Lodge of Washington. I received the report ofour Committee on Recognition of Foreign Grand Lodges late in June. They recommended that we recognize the Alaska Grand Lodge. Recognizing a need to alleviate the problem precipitated by declaring the 12 Alaska lodges unrecognized, or irregular, I exercised the authority granted me under Section 300 of the California Masonic Code, and granted official recognition to the Grand Lodge of Alaska, subject to the approval of this Grand Lodge at this Annual Communication. A proper motion to this effect will be presented for your consideration at a later time in these proceedings.

WASHINGTON: Probably because the lodges in Alaska were subordinate to the Grand Lodge of Washington at the time of forming the Grand Lodge of Alaska, the Grand Master of Washington was invited to install the officers of the new Grand Lodge. The following is a portion of the report of the Committee on Jurisprudence covering this action and the involvement of others: The Grand Master politely and wisely declined that invitation for the reason that such action would, in effect, amount to a de facto recognition of the new Grand Lodge of Alaska in derogation of the Washington Masonic Code, Chapter 13.06, B.L., which sets forth the proper procedure for such recognition. Pursuant to this policy, the Grand Master suggested that the Grand Lodge of Alaska have one of its own Past Masters perform the installation ceremony; and he announced to the Craft generally that all Washington Masons were prohibited from attending any tiled meetings of the new Grand Lodge of Alaska and from conducting the installation ceremony prior to the formal recognition required by our Washington Masonic Law. Members of the Grand Lodge of Washington are not permitted to attend tiled lodge meetings in foreign Grand Lodge jurisdictions which have not been recognized by the Grand Lodge of Washington. (Chapter 14.15.020, B.L., and Decisions thereunder.) Notwithstanding these circumstances and admonishment and the admonishments of the Grand Secretary, the Deputy Grand Master and a Past Grand Master, a popular and respected Past Grand Master of this Grand Lodge, with knowledge of these circumstances, wilfully violated the Grand Master's edict by conducting the installation of the newly formed Grand Lodge of Alaska, before the same was duly recognized by our Grand Lodge. The brother sought to justify his action by stating that he had promised our Alaskan brethren that he would perform their installation ceremony and "did not want to let them down." He consistently maintains that he did no wrong and would do the same thing again under the same circumstances! This series of circumstances confronted the Grand Master with what he considered a deliberate defiance of the Grand Master路s edict and a violation of Masonic Law which prohibits formal Masonic communication between members of our Grand Lodge and a foreign Grand Lodge not yet recognized. Our Grand Master was aware of Chapter 4.02, paragraph 4, Constitution, and his oath of office, both of which require him to exercise the general and careful supervision of the

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

Craft, and see that the Constitution, By-Laws and Regulations of the Grand Lodge are strictly observed. Having again sought the advice and counsel of the Committee on Jurisprudence and the Committee on Grievance and Appeals, the Grand Master issued a letter of reprimand to that brother, subject to any showing why such reprimand should not stand. The brother offered no response to the Grand Master, who then submitted his repor~~; lne matter to the Grand Lodge in that portion of the Grand Master's Message entitled "Discipline" to which this report is addressed.

The Committee on Jurisprudence concluded this portion of its report by saying that Committee found that the Grand Master acted properly and in the best tradition of Freemasonry and recommended that his actions be approved, which was accordingly done. Later in the proceedings of the Grand Lodge of Washington, the Grand Lodge of Alaska was duly recognized. The Grand Master of Alaska was received and made a brief talk, which concluded with these words: I hereby pledge that, although the Alaska Grand Lodge has supreme Masonic authority within the State of Alaska, it will not interfere in any way with the normal Masonic operations of the seven lodges and will exert no pressure upon them to change their jurisdiction so long as the Grand Lodge of Washington is willing to keep them. We do hope, of course, that those seven lodges will decide of their own free will and accord to join us soon. My Brothers, I thank you from the bottom of my heart for voting us in and helping us accomplish one more step toward our ultimate goal.

ANNUAL PROCEEDINGS DELAWARE: The following resolution was presented to the Grand Lodge of Delaware by M.W. Bro. Charles E. Daniels: WHEREAS, Chapter 3, Article III, Section 12 of our Code requires the Proceedings of Grand Lodge ofDelaware to be printed within seven months after the Annual Communication, and WHEREAS, The Proceedings of our 173rd Annual Communication were not printed and distributed until after a year following the Communication, and WHEREAS, The Proceedings of our 174th Annual Communication have not yet been printed and distributed, and WHEREAS, The absence of a printed record of the Proceedings makes difficult or impossible efficient and effective operation of the business of Grand Lodge, and WHEREAS, The failure to print and distribute the Proceedings as required by our Code creates an unfavorable impression of the Grand Lodge of Delaware among the recognized Grand Lodges of the world, and WHEREAS, The delay in issuing the Proceedings constitutes an intolerable situation for Grand Lodge, Now Therefore, Be It Resolved, That the 1980-81 Grand Master and Grand Secretary are hereby authorized and directed to take such steps as may be necessary to print and distribute the Proceedings of this 175th Annual Communication in conformance with the schedule of Chapter 3, Article III, Section 12 of the Code and to report at the 176th Annual Communication on the steps required to prevent further occurrences of such delays.

MONTANA: With regard to the last two annual proceedings the Grand Secretary of Montana said: It would be very gratifying to me to state that the annual proceedings for 1978 and 1979 had been completed and distributed, but unfortunately I cannot. There are a

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

number of reasons that I could give in detail that has prevented my completing this task, but they would probably only appear to be excuses. The two proceedings are in various states of completion and I must say that one item for the 1978 proceedings still has not been furnished to the Grand Secretary's office. Every effort will be made to complete the printing of all proceedings in the next few months.

GENE AUTRY CALIFORNIA: Bro. Gene Autry addressed the Grand Lodge of California: Bro. Gene Autry, star of many Western movies was escorted into Grand Lodge on Monday afternoon and was invited by the Grand Master to address the brethren. He reviewed his Masonic background, commenting that in a world so upset and in such distress more study of the Bible and the principles of Masonry is sorely needed. His remarks were received with a prolonged standing ovation.

AWARDS MONTANA: The Grand Lodge of Montana adopted two awards: I. There shall be a standing committee on Honors (or Awards or Medals) consisting of the M.W. Grand Master, the R.W. Deputy Grand Master, the R.W. Senior and Junior Grand Wardens and the Junior Past Grand Master, which shall have the sole power to award the Distinguished Service Medal and the Meritorious Service Medal. 2. There shall be two grades of medals, distinguished by color and material, of the following design: The medals shall be one and a half inches in diameter, the face to bear the raised design of the Lion's Paw found on the Grand Master's ring, in the upper portion, with blank space below, the whole to be surrounded by the wording: "For Outstanding Service to Montana Masonry." The reverse of the medal shall bear the seal of the Grand Lodge of Montana. With each medal awarded, there shall be a lapel pin one-half inch in diameter with the raised Lion's Paw in metal surrounded by enamel in the appropriate color. a. The first grade of medal shall be that of the "Distinguished Service Medal" and shall be of silver, suspended from a purple ribbon. The accompanying lapel pin shall be of silver with a border of purple enamel. The Distinguished Service Medal shall be awarded for eminent service to Montana Masonry, and only when circumstances indicate the desirability to extend the very highest Masonic honor for dedicated service. It is not intended that this should be an annual reward, but in no case shall there be more than one Distinguished Service Medal awarded in anyone year. Eligibility shall be limited to members of Montana lodges who have never held any elective "line" office in the Grand Lodge of Montana. b. The second grade of medal shall be that of the "Meritorious Service Medal" and shall be of bronze suspended by a blue ribbon. The accompanying lapel pin shall be of bronze with a border of blue enamel. The Meritorious Service Medal shall be awarded for outstanding service to Montana Masonry and only when it is desired to recognize service above and beyond that which is constantly demonstrated by so many of our brethren. It is not intended that any given number of Meritorious Service Medals be awarded in any given period, but in no case shall more than four such medals be awarded in anyone year. Eligibility shall be limited to members of Montana lodges who have never held an elective "line" office in the Grand Lodge of Montana. 3. The awards shall be made only at the Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge and that presentation can be made at any appropriate time thereafter. Announcement of the recipients shall not be made in advance of the presentation.

NEW YORK: The Grand Lodge of New York honored Bro. Red Skelton with its Distinguished Achievement Award:

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

A highlight of our year was the Grand Master's Dinner in May 1979 when we honored Bro. Red Skelton with our Distinguished Achievement Award. This was one of the most outstanding functions that this Grand Lodge has ever witnessed, and we were indeed pleased that Brother Skelton had the opportunity to be with us to receive the award.

BINGO ILLINOIS: The Grand Lodge of Illinois received an amendment to its code that would have permitted Bingo. The Grand Master held it over a couple of days for all to have ample time to consider it. In the final vote it was disapproved, and the lodges in Illinois still cannot play Bingo. OREGON: The Grand Master of Oregon reported the following to the Grand Lodge: I have had several requests from all parts of the jurisdiction for rulings on the playing of Bingo games in Masonic temples and at Masonic functions. My ruling has been the same in each instance - that our Masonic Code as currently written prohibits such action in any form. Although not an official ruling as such, I issued a letter of permission to the National Camping Travelers, Inc., to operate in this Grand Jurisdiction. This is a national organization of camping enthusiasts all of whom are Master Masons. In reviewing their by-laws I found nothing in them conflicting with the Oregon Masonic Code, and consequently granted them the requested permission as long as they remain within those bounds.

BOARD OF RELIEF GEORGIA: Like many Grand Lodges, Georgia has a Board of Relief that attempts to cooperate with subordinate lodges on a 50-50 basis. In its report to the Grand Lodge, the Board said: The Board attempts to encourage the brother's lodge to assist on a 50/50 basis. If this is not possible, the lodge is asked to contribute the percentage it can. While participation by the local lodge is encouraged, no brother has been denied assistance, when a need was determined, because his lodge was unable to share in the program. Each active case is reviewed every three months to determine if the need still exists or if additional assistance might be necessary.

The Board also employs a caseworker, about which it said: Our caseworker, Mrs. Martha S. Fox, investigates each request for assistance to determine the need and reports her findings to the Board. A determination is also made as to the ability of the brother's lodge to assist. When these determinations are made, the Board sets the amount the applicant is to receive and whether it is to be a one-time grant or on a monthly grant basis. This year our caseworker traveled 4,796 miles, investigated 26 cases in which assistance was given 41 persons. A total of $17,960.65 was contributed from the Grand Lodge Charity Fund and $6,498.13 from sponsoring lodges. Monthly grants amount to $14,722.44 while emergency grants were $3,159.03.

BUILDINGS DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA: The Grand Lodge of the District of Columbia has serious problems with the Masonic Temple erected in 1908 and refurbished in the period of 1948 to 1953 at a cost of some $330,000. The original cost was over $516,000. The cost of fuel oil alone last year was more than $27,000, and the membership in Grand Lodge is down to just under 11,000.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Thirty years ago the membership was over 30,000. Only 39 candidates were raised in the 39 lodges last year. The report of the Masonic Temple Association consumed several pages in the proceedings. The following options were offered for consideration, however, no action was taken. To best meet the needs of the Craft and prudently utilize the funds from the sale of the property, the Board of Managers considered the following several options concerning the sale: A. Sell the property to a developer, purchase ground elsewhere, and construct a build-

ing. B. Join with a developer in erecting a building on present site and lease space in building for Craft. C. Lease ground to developer having him build building and lease space for Craft therein. D. Sell property to a developer and with proceeds from sale buy condominium ownership of required space needed for Craft in new building. Let's take a look at each option. LOUISIANA: The Grand Lodge plans a new Grand Lodge Office Building. The report of the appointed committee to consider plans for the building concluded with the following, which was approved: The building as now proposed to you includes offices for the Grand Master, the Grand Secretary, the Grand Treasurer, the bookkeeper, the employees who work for the Grand Secretary, a large workroom and storeroom, a large board room, a Grand Master's suite, sufficient space for display and sales of Grand Lodge equipment and supplies, a coffee room, a library-museum with approximately 1,612 square feet, rooms for utility machinery and a hidden stairway leading to the attic. There is a large lobby, two corridors and a patio with large columns to give the building a colonial appearance. The building is 106 feet wide and 110 feet in depth and it is estimated that the cost will be beyond a half-million dollars ($525,000). The building will have sufficient parking space at the front and rear of the building. Now, for the recommendations of your Committee: 1. That the Grand Lodge approve the plans for the proposed Grand Lodge Office Building as presented subject to necessary modifications to meet all legal requirements, such as city fire regulations, building permits, etc. 2. That the Committee be allowed to continue its work during the coming year and to prepare detailed plans and prepare the necessary engineering study and report back at the next Grand Lodge Session. WISCONSIN: This is one of the best Masonic Temple plans we have seen, and the Grand Lodge of Wisconsin is to be congratulated on having this lodge: One Emergent Communication was held for the purpose of laying the cornerstone at the New London Lodge. This building is a 12-unit condominium with a lodge room on the lower level. It is a unique venture by the New London Lodge and appears to be a solution to the rising costs of maintaining a lodge building while at the same time offering excellent living accommodations to senior citizens of the lodge and community.

CALIFORNIA AND BAJA CALIFORNIA: The Grand Master of California reported on a meeting in Long Beach of "Three Californias":

IOc

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

One of the most thrilling and heartwarming demonstrations of "Freemasonry, an Instrument of Unity," occurred on May 1-2 of this year at the Conference of the Three Californias - our Grand Lodge and the Grand Lodges of Baja California Del Norte and Baja California Sur. At that meeting in Long Beach, the fraternal bonds transcended the language barrier as the spontaneous friendliness and courtesy melded the three groups into one large and happy family. Unity was not merely exemplified - it was personified! Sincere cordiality was everywhere! It was an indescribably glorious feeling, no, Realitythat permeated that group.

CAN A WARDEN DIMIT? DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA: A Senior Warden of a lodge in the District of Columbia dimitted. The Grand Master made this report about it: A Senior Warden of a lodge, having recently remarried and apparently at his wife's urging, requested a dimit which was granted. Such action points out an interesting conflict in the Masonic Code of the District of Columbia as presently written. Section 71, Decision 6, clearly prohibits the resignation ofa Warden; however, Section 102 provides, if the statutory requirements are met by the brother, that the dimit must be granted and once granted cannot be cancelled. The former Section is intended to maintain the integrity of the basic unit of Craft Masonry, the Blue Lodge, and should take precedent over the latter Section which is a general provision for the benefit of the members. Section 71 further states that the station of Warden can only be vacated by reason of death, expulsion or permanent removal from the Jurisdiction, hence the interpretation in Decision 6 that he cannot resign. When a brother accepts a dimit, he resigns from the lodge and, if an officer, can no longer function in that office; he, therefore, resigns from the office as well. Thus, only in general is it a brother's right to request a dimit if the proper conditions are met; a Master or Warden must temporarily forfeit that right while in office. Held that the Master acted improperly by granting the dimit, albeit he had insufficient guidance from the Masonic Code of the District of Columbia. Further, in the future, should a Master or Warden request a dimit, the request shall not be granted until after his successor has been duly elected and installed, and then only if he is clear of the books and no charges have been or are about to be preferred against him.

CENTENNIAL ARIZONA: The Committee on Centennial Observance reported the following to the Grand Lodge of Arizona: Your Centennial Committee has been actively planning this year to present to the Masons of Arizona a really fitting celebration, and, at the same time, stay within a limited budget. The following activities have been planned during the Masonic year 1981-82: -

Presentation and sale of coins, jewelry, and glassware commemorating 100 years of Arizona Masonry. Presentation of an historical slide narration in each lodge, depicting the high points of the development of Arizona Masonry. Visitation in several Arizona sites by the Virginia Craftsmen, led by Wor. Bro. Allen Roberts. Special Grand Lodge Communications at significant historical sites, including the erection of commemorative plaques wherever fitting and possible. Recognition of individuals, living or dead, important in the development of Arizona Masonry. Publication of a newspaper insert to be delivered throughout Arizona, describing Freemasonry and depicting events and individuals prominent in the development of the Arizona Grand Lodge and appendant Masonic bodies.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

lie

The Grand Communication in 1982 will probably be held in Tucson - where it all began. Preliminary plans for the 100th Annual Communication include: - A formal dinner featuring a nationally-known speaker. - Non-sectarian religious services for Masons and their families. - A ceremony of lodges, featuring lodge pennants designed by each lodge and presented by a "Mister Mason" selected by each lodge. - An informal Grand Lodge Banquet, western in theme, probably featuring a "Beans and Jeans" menu and dress, including western music for dancing.

CHARITY CONNECTICUT: A charitable foundation was started in Connecticut over 100 years ago: Connecticut Masons built our home and hospital out of a benevolence for their own aged, but their grass-root beginnings came about under unusual circumstances. The year was 1871 and the City of Chicago was struggling to rise from the ashes of the great fire of the October before. Connecticut Masons, like others throughout the country, rallied to the aid of their Chicago brothers with a donation of money collected from their constituent lodges. Later, residual funds in the amount of $332 were returned to Connecticut and rather than try to portion these funds to the individual lodges. Grand Lodge voted instead to set them aside as the nucleus of a Masonic Relief Fund in this Jurisdiction. This fund made it possible for the Masonic Charity Foundation, which was incorporated in 1889, to purchase the Wallingford property in 1894. The first home utilized the simple wooden dwellings of the former owners, the Oneida Community of Christian Perfectionist. There were 32 sleeping rooms and the first residents included orphaned children. Over the years the population changed as it grew and today the many hundreds who call this haven home are mainly the very old and infirm of Connecticut Freemasonry. The benevolence of our Masonic forefathers caused a dream of earlier men to materialize. It is for people of like vision and charity to keep it sound and viable.

IOWA: The Grand Lodge of Iowa has a Charitable and Educational Foundation that ma~es loans to students. At the present time it has a net worth of about $280,000. The following is a portion of the report of the trustees:. Twenty-three files were increased by additional loans and 28 new loan files opened with a total of $47,700 new loans made. We closed the year with 123 active loan files totaling $204,495.98. This is 73 percent of our net worth. Much of the balance of our net worth is in nonliquid assets not available to loan, so 1981 has become the year that we received more loan inquiries than we had funds available for loan. We referred some inquiries to the Iowa Scottish Rite Educational Fund and the Education Committee of the Grand Chapter of Eastern Star, but soon learned that these sources were also short of loan funds. The increased demand for funds are caused by several factors: I) The high interest and reduced activity of the general economy has resulted in more students going to school or back to school, if finances can be arranged; 2) Reduction in Governmentsponsored loan and grant funds for students; and 3) The increased publicity received from participation for the past several years in the Grand Master's Area Educational Meetings. We have found another limiting factor in the ability of our Secretary and Committee to adequately handle and service over 120 active loan files on a part-time basis. Maintaining contact with students, who are extremely mobile at this stage of life, has

12c

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

been a difficult task at times. To improve our contact, and hopefully detect problem files earlier, last year, we adopted a policy of charging 5 percent interest while the student is in school, but waiving 4 percent of this each year in school, if they send us current grades and keep their address in our file current.

KANSAS: The Kansas Masonic Foundation, Inc. has a novel way to attract new funds: "c..

Cl.UB

The Trustees of your Foundation in their 1981 Annual Meeting determined to develop a meaningful fund-raising program that would recognize those who support this Foundation. The "C" Club was developed to fulfill this need. Each lodge who had three or more members who contributed ten dollars or more would be entitled to a plaque with these members' names engraved upon it. Additional names are furnished the lodges to be added to the plaque as the gifts come in to the Foundation. The "C" pin is a special recognition of those who support the Foundation with $100 or more. This beautiful lapel pin was created especially for this purpose and most certainly will become collectors' items because of the limited number of pins that were created. Two hundred thirty-one of our brothers have received these pins. The "C" Club recognition awards not only serve to distinguish those who support the Foundation, but also should serve as notice to those who have not yet participated, that the opportunity to support Masonic charity is afforded them through the Kansas Masonic Foundation. There have been 274 of the 389 lodges that have qualified for "C" Club plaques. These are being prepared and presented at this time. A total of 3,220 Masons have supported this campaign, with total funds raised as of February 1 of $107,279.05. To accomplish these results in a period of economic decline is most gratifying and will enable this Foundation to better serve mankind.

MONTANA: The Grand Lodge of Montana raised $1,500 with the Grand Master's Boot Inspection: Contributions to the Grand Master's Boot Inspection program for 1979-80 were made during the annual communication by the distinguished visitors. The visitors desired to participate in this program when they learned of it and engaged in a great deal ofjoviality and levity in making their contributions to the Montana Masonic Foundation during the communication. As a result of these contributions a sufficient amount was received to permit the issuance of a sixteenth membership certificate in the Century Club of the Foundation to Grand Master's Boot Inspection 1979-80.

CITIZENSHIP NECESSARY LOUISIANA: The Grand Master ruled that election to anyone of the three principal offices in a lodge requires citizenship in the United States. He said in his edict: In March, 1980, your Grand Master received an inquiry from Bro. H. E. Jackson, Secretary, Plains Lodge No. 135, F. & A.M., Zachary, Louisiana, as to whether a member of a Constituent Lodge could be elected and installed either as Junior or Senior Warden or Worshipful Master of the Constituent Lodge ifhe was not a citizen of the United States of America and did not pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America. After making inquiries from several individuals and discussing this matter with Past Grand Masters as well as Grand Lodge Officers, your Grand Master came to the conclusion that the Worshipful Master of a Constituent Lodge occupies a position of leadership not only in the Constituent Lodge but in the community in his capacity as a Freemason. Further, as a matter of tradition and custom, the Worshipful Master or the Senior or Junior Warden in the absence of the Master, opens each meetinR by leadinR

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

13c

those present in the pledge of allegiance to the flag of the United States of America. Accordingly, by electing and installing a member to one of the three principal offices who is not a citizen of the United States of America and expecting such member to assume the full leadership of the Constituent Lodge as well as the responsibilities within the community, including leading the pledge of allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, we would be encouraging those members who are not citizens of the United States of America to participate in activities which they might otherwise elect not to participate in by virtue of not being a citizen and consequently condone hypocrisy. Accordingly, as Grand Master of Masons, the following edict was issued: As a condition precedent to being elected and installed as Junior or Senior Warden or Worshipful Master of a Constituent Lodge, a member of the Constituent Lodge must be a citizen of the United States of America and freely and voluntarily participate in the pledge of allegiance of the United States of America.

COMPUTERS Many Grand Lodges have entered the field of computerization. It is an expensive venture, but produces excellent results, if properly managed. MICHIGAN: The Grand Master reported on the use of a computer by the Grand Lodge of Michigan and plans for future expansion: In 1977, a feasibility study recommended, and this Grand Lodge approved, funds to implement a Computerized Membership Accounting System. The first Annual Reports were produced from that system in Feburary 1978. In early 1980, a study was conducted by an independent accounting firm to determine the feasibility of computerizing the financial accounting of the Grand Lodge and the various business procedures of the Michigan Masonic Home. The Board of Directors approved the study and this Grand Lodge approved partial funding of the proposal to purchase a computer system to mechanize the business procedures of the Grand Lodge and the Masonic Home. Contracts have been authorized and signed to purchase the computer hardware and software for an amount not to exceed $261,890. At the 1980 Annual Communication, $125,000 was appropriated in the capital outlay portion of the Masonic Home Budget. These funds have been encumbered, committed and expended by Board of Directors' action. The Finance Committee has prepared a supplemental appropriation in the General Fund Budget and an additional capital outlay in the Masonic Home Budget to complete funding of this project. We encourage your favorable response to this request. This is a positive step forward in the business affairs of the Grand Lodge and the Masonic Home. It will provide more timely processing of information, improved cash flow at the Masonic Home, and more efficient record keeping.

CONDITION OF THE CRAFT CALIFORNIA: On the subject of problems, the Grand Master of California had this to say: The one big unsolved problem affecting California Masonry today is the very same problem which plagues practically every other Grand Jurisdiction in North America: declining membership - and it is a very real problem indeed. It is not, however, without solution. On the contrary, events of this year have proven conclusively that membership decline can be stopped completely if we will only apply ourselves to the task. Among the first things we need to do is to convince the "eternal optimists" within the Fraternity that we REALLY DO HAVE A PROBLEM I We are quite literally, "dying off," and we're doing it at the very constant rate of 5,500 members per year; and incidentally, that figure has remained constant within 2 percent for the past 15 years. Tojust "break even," we must bring in at least 5,500 new members each year. You will notice that I said,

14c

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

"BRING IN," because the simple truth is, "THEY ARE NOT COMING TO USI" Now just before anyone gets his blood pressure up, let me state very clearly that I am NOT advocating any solicitation of members, but there are many excellent ways of bringing worthy, qualified men into Masonry without asking them to join. Our wonderful Layman's Night Program, the marvelous Hiram Award Program, the entertaining Mariners Night Program, and, if we ever get around to it, a good wellformed program of public relations by the Grand Lodge of California which will inform the uninitiated that Masonry is a nonsecret organization dedicated to the enlightenment and betterment of good men and which will also inform them that they musl seek Masonic membership of their own free will and accord. I will have more to say on this subject laler in this message.

CONNECTICUT: The Grand Master of Connecticut was pleased to note that men were coming into Masonry at an earlier age. He said: I am pleased to report that over the past ten-year period, the average age of the men applying and being accepted into membership in our Fraternity has come down from the middle 40's to the high 30's. In addition the number of applications received by our lodges have increased notably this past year, while the leadership in our lodges have also taken on a younger appearance.

The Grand Secretary of Connecticut made these interesting comments on membership: Once more it is necessary to report that we have sustained a loss in membership totaling 830. Our loss in taxable members was 741. The total number of raisings was 514 which was 34 fewer than the previous year. Deaths totaled 983 as against 910 for 1979. The one bright spot in our membership figures is the drop in the number of those suspended for nonpayment of dues. In 1980353 brothers were suspended as against 395 in 1979 and 470 in 1978. It is evident that the programs initiated by our last two Grand Masters are beginning to bear fruit. It is also interesting to note that of the 514 initiates the average age was 39.4 and the median age was 38, so we are again evidently beginning to attract younger men, even though they are fewer in number.

IDAH 0: In discussing the condition of the Craft, the Grand Master of Idaho said: The most serious problems we are faced with today, stem not from the outside world, but from within our own ranks, in the form of apathy, indifference, lack of enthusiasm, lack of pride and leadership in our officers and in some cases, even a disregard for our laws and the principles upon which our great Fraternity is erected.

IOWA: The Grand Master of Iowa comments on the general condition of the Craft in Iowa. He has some very good thoughts. There are many lodges in existence right now that are beginning to show signs of deterioration. Unless the leadership of these lodges begin to have some activities, unless they begin to make use of the talents of the brothers who hold membership, unless they begin to involve the brethren in activities which improve the lodge, its property, and the community, then the loss oflodges will continue. We could point out lodges of very small numbers, located in extremely small communities, without any visible reason to prosper which have not only continued to exist but have actually grown. Usually this has been accomplished because there was a key man or men who were willing to give of their time and talent and had the ability to get other men involved. We could also point out by name and number rather good-sized lodges in rather large towns which, by lack of men who really care, are in danger of being lost.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

15c

NEW HAMPSHIRE: Commenting on the State of the Craft, M.W. Bro. Carroll M. Fogg, Grand Master of New Hampshire, said: Family participation should not be put away on the shelf - it is here to stay, but we must add to it these other ingredients that I have mentioned. Gone is the day when lodges can rely solely on ritual work, and that not always done in a manner creditable to the lodge; the humdrum business meeting of a Secretary's report and payment of bills; and the attitude of "the less time we take the sooner I'll get home." One by one even the latter, and now we're pretty well down to the faithful corps, conclude that there is nothing to go to lodge for tonight and he too stays home. These are the two major categories that New Hampshire lodges are in today or in varying stages between the two.

SOUTH CAROLINA: We note that in the Grand Lodge of South Carolina there are 324 lodges. The largest has some 1,097 members and the smallest only 21. Seventy-six lodges reported no suspensions, eight lodges raised 30 or more candidates, and five lodges showed gains of 20 or more members. Only 1.6 percent were lost by death and only 2 percent by SNPD. The Grand Secretary reported that only three lodges paid penalties for late returns. SOUTH DAKOTA: The Grand Master of South Dakota expresses optimism about membership losses. He said: I believe that Masonry in our jurisdiction is now at a point where we may reverse the membership loss of recent years, and experience remarkable gains. This is happening in a number of lodges. It only remains for the leadership and membership of all other lodges to assume a positive and energetic attitude, put their houses in order so that they will be attractive to the young men of their communities, and go to work. Our young people have abandoned protests, demonstrations and other such behavior, having failed to find what they were searching for. They are, in increasing numbers, recognizing more stable and enduring methods of gaining their identity. A Masonic lodge which is alive, and serving to give itselfcommunity respect, will appeal to a large number of these young . people. Many lodges now have young officers, special activities, and are enjoying an increase in membership. It can happen in every lodge. The decision is ours.

VERMONT: The Master of a lodge in Vermont wrote this to the Grand Master as his convictions as to why his lodge was so successful: In addition to the many degrees we have had a Friendship Night, a Past Masters' Night, a Table Lodge and a Ladies' Night. The secret of our success is threefold: (1) A Friendship Night and a willingness to actively sell Freemasonry; (2) The involvement of many of our brothers in our activities. For example, of our approximately 160 members 46 have participated in our rituals, some of them many times, and over 56 have participated in one or more of our functions, some many times. (3) Our insistence upon the importance of ritual and upon ritualistic excellence manifested through a 100 percent effort of each participant in our ritual.

CONSOLIDATION RHODE ISLAND: The Grand Master of Rhode Island has not had any lodges that wanted to consolidate, but he has had experience with lodge buildings: Brethren: Mergers of lodges is a very real thing in many of our sister jurisdictions. As of now no lodges have approached your Grand Lodge for such a move; but you will shortly be asked to ballot on a resolution which will set up the necessary mechanics for such work.

16c

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

On a number of occasions in the recent past, including the recently held Officers' Forum, I have discussed the very realistic approach of offsetting the high cost of lodge ownership by the consolidation oflodge buildings. Unfortunately misguided pride often blinds us to sound logic. However, it is not necessary to be a financial expert to realize that shared costs in the upkeep of a building by multiple bodies in using a building will ease the financial burden on all concerned. Your Grand Lodge does have a Committee to advise on such matters with expertise in real estate transactions, financial and legal requirements if not already available within your own lodge. One lodge in this jurisdiction has already approached your Grand Lodge and the necessary wheels have been put in motion.

CORNERSTONES WYOMING: At a cornerstone ceremony in Riverton, Wyoming, the speaker said this about why Masons lay cornerstones: Why are Freemasons, rather than other societies, invited to perform their traditional rites at a public building? For the same reason a clergyman is invited to offer the invocation at a public function or the American Legion or VFW is invited to provide the guard and post the colors. It is because modern Freemasonry is the custodian of the symbolic use of the builder's tools, arts, ceremonies, and traditions. Because of these inherited forms and traditions, it is the organization most suitably equipped to conduct these rites, which have never been considered denominational or sectarian.

COVENANT OF COOPERATION MICHIGAN: The Grand Lodge of Michigan has an ongoing Covenant of Cooperation that for some eight years has produced good results in that jurisdiction. The Grand Master said: The Covenant of Cooperation was first formed under the leadership of Past Grand Master Royce E. Curtis in 1974. The Covenant called together the two principal officers of the Grand Chapter, Royal Arch Masons; Grand Council, Royal and Select Masters; Grand Commandery Knights Templar; Council of Deliberation, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite; and the Grand Lodge, Free and Accepted Masons. The intended purpose of the Covenant was to provide a forum for cooperation across the wide spectrum of Freemasonry within the State of Michigan. At first, the Covenant was organized for its intended purpose. Then it slowly developed into a forum to discuss various Masonic concerns without any positive programs to unite the Freemasons of Michigan. Eventually, the Covenant fell into disuse. The last meeting of the Covenant prior to this administration, was held in 1978. Realizing that the Covenant possessed the potential for promoting statewide programs for the entire Fraternity, I requested a meeting in August of the Presiding Officers of the aforementioned Grand Bodies. Agreement was reached at that meeting to re-establish the Covenant on the same basis as the original, with the assurance that the Covenant would promote programs to benefit Freemasonry in Michigan. The Covenant has met three times since August. Those meetings have reviewed several projects of mutual interest. The first all-Masonic program to be promoted by the Covenant will be the celebration of the 250th Anniversary of George Washington's Birth in 1982. Current plans call for the erection and dedication of a statue of George Washington in Lansing. This will be similar to the one placed in Detroit under the leadership of Past Grand Master Percy H. Williams, in 1966. This will be a fitting gift of the Freemasons of Michigan to the people of this State and provide a lasting tribute to the Father of our Country - George Washington, Freemason.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

17c

CROSSROADS SECTION SOUTH CAROLINA: The Grand Master of South Carolina reported on a Crossroads Session: I set up a meeting June 21,1980, for Blue Lodge Masons and invited the members of the Appendant Bodies of this Grand Jurisdiction. Approximately 600 attended the meeting which was held at Jamil Shrine Temple, Columbia. With the many changes facing our society, I felt it would be good for the Masonic family to come together and discuss Masonry's direction and exchange ideas that would be helpful in strengthening our Masonic system. Papers on various topics were presented that were very informative. The exchange of ideas, I think, will prove very fruitful. One of the papers presented, "Our Masonic Responsibilities" by M. W. Bro. H. Dwight McAlister, Grand Secretary, was selected and published in the Short Talk Bulletin in its March issue, 1981. The Crossroads Session was timely and good for Masonry in our Jurisdiction. The enlightenment and exchange of ideas will strengthen our unity of purpose in the promotion of Masonic principles.

CRUISES Much has been said about Masonic-sponsored cruises. Some of it has been favorable and much of it has been unfavorable. We are told that its primary purpose is to let certain people go free of charge, and the rest pay the total, bill. This has been the thought of many, but not all by any manner of means. FLORIDA: The following was said of a cruise by the Grand Master of Florida. He expects to have a complimentary ticket, but he says he will "make it up." We don't recall what he means, but we do see he is raising money for charity: So, Brethren, this is what I'm talking about when I'm talking about charity. To help in this charitable cause in August I'm sponsoring a cruise, one of these seven-day cruises. It's going to leave from Miami on Saturday afternoon and come back the following Saturday morning and, Brethren, we're going out that seven days just to have a good time, and that's what we're going to do. I know sometimes you have heard of these cruises where a whole bunch of people freeload, you know. That's part of the package deal, or six or eight people get to go for nothing. It isn't going to be like that. I'm going to tell you one thing, the Grand Master is going for free because they wouldn't let me set it up any other way, but I'm going to make it up, I promise you that. Anybody else that goes, well, then I'm going to get $25.00 back for each person that goes, and I hope we're going to be able to put a good little bit of money from that into this Charity Fund.

CUBA If anyone knows what is going on in Cuba it should be the Grand Lodge of Florida. First, there was a Grand Lodge of Cuba in Exile. A Grand Lodge without ajurisdiction does not have much to offer. The thought was good and was intended to hold together those Cuban Masons who were fortunate enough to come to Florida and other jurisdictions, but it lacked something. FLORIDA. The Grand Lodge of Florida heard this report on Cuba from its Committee on Relations with Foreign Jurisdictions:

18c

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

From time to time during the past few years, this Committee has reported to Grand Lodge, the status of Masonry in Cuba and in particular the status of the Grand Lodge of Cuba in Cuba. From information received through the "Commission on Information for Recognition of the Conference of the Grand Masters of Masons in North America" and other personal information supplied to the Chairman of this Grand Lodge Committee, we can say with positive assurance that the "326 Blue Lodges in Cuba continues to operate in accordance with its original Masonic Law." We know for a certainty that the Grand Lodge of Cuba in Cuba is functioning because this Grand Lodge Committee has received copies of several of their Grand Lodge Proceedings which were forwarded through their Grand Secretary to our Grand Secretary. According to The Masonic Service Association of the United States, 36 Grand J urisdictions in the United States recognize the Grand Lodge of Cuba and only 13 do not. The Grand Lodge of Cuba in Cuba is recognized by the Grand Lodges of England, Scotland, Ireland, and many other European and South and Central American countries. The Mother Supreme Council, 33째, Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Southern Jurisdiction, U.S.A., has never withdrawn recognition of the Scottish Rite Supreme Council in Cuba. The "Commission on Information for Recognition of the Conference of the Grand Masters of Masons in North America," even from the very beginning, "has repeatedly said, the Masons of Cuba have continued to operate regularly and courageously in spite of various difficulties." This Grand Lodge Committee has, as a part of its file, several letters from Luz de America Lodge No. 255, F. & A.M., and Jose Marti Perez Lodge No. 371, F. & A.M., both Spanish-speaking lodges located in Dade County, urging the re-establishing of fraternal relations between the Grand Lodge of Cuba in Cuba and the Grand Lodge of Florida. Many prominent and highly revered Cuba Masons feel it would give a tremendous morale boost to those Masons in Cuba who have remained steadfast in their beliefs and principles of our Fraternity. In recent years, several Spanish-speaking Masonic "Clubs" or "Associations," as they are sometimes referred to, have arisen in Dade County and at least one organization is known as the "Gran Logia de Cuba en el Esterior" or translated the "Grand Lodge of Cuba Abroad." It is not to be construed that there is anything evil or illegal about the "Associations." They simply provide a forum whereby Cuban Masons, with a common language, common heritage and traditions, can meet and fraternize. However, the formation of a Grand Lodge such as this, is quite a different thing. It can only be described as a clandestine Masonic organization by all standards of recognition. In a communique dated September I, 1980, addressed to the entire Masonic world, M.W. Basilio A. Barreto Martinez, Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Cuba in Cuba and attested to by Juan Varela Alvarez, Grand Secretary, strongly denounced this organization as highly irregular and clandestine. Years ago, before fraternal relations were severed by the Grand Lodge of Florida with the Grand Lodge of Cuba in Cuba, frequent visitations were made between these two Grand Jurisdictions. Warm and lasting personal friendships werf made between the brethren of these Grand Jurisdictions. Even to this day, many Masons in South Florida speak with fond memories of happier times when they were greeted with the enthusiastic flashing smile and the strong handshake of our Cuban brethren on Cuban soil. It was indeed a sad day when circumstances became such that it was necessary to withdraw fraternal relations with this foreign Grand Jurisdiction only 90 miles from our shores. Time has passed and adversity has taken its toll but a small band of brave Cuban Masons have remained true and loyal to the principles of Freemasonry. From the preponderance of the thinking that prevails and to practice the true meaning of Masonic Charity, it is incumbent upon this Grand Lodge Committee to recommend to the Grand Lodge of Florida today that fraternal relations be now restored with the Grand Lodge of Cuba in Cuba and that an exchange of Grand Representatives be made as soon as possible. With the restoration of fraternal relations with the Grand Lod~e of Cuba in Cuba, all

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

19c

Edicts, Regulations and Procedures heretofore established pertaining to Cuban Masons and the Grand Lodge of Cuba in Cuba, are hereby abrogated and normal fraternal relations will be resumed. (A) Those Cuban Masons now holding Grand Lodge Blue Identification Cards for the year 1981 and who have not affiliated with a Florida lodge by December 31, 1981, said cards shall be considered null and void. It would be remiss of this Grand Lodge Committee to forget the Sister Grand J urisdictions that stood by our side during those troubled times when such confusion existed at the time of withdrawal of recognition of the Grand Lodge of Cuba. On behalf of the Grand Lodge of Florida, we want to express our grateful appreciation to those Sister Grand Jurisdictions for their help, aid and assistance extended to us at that time. This Grand Lodge Committee would recommend that the Grand Secretary forward a copy of that portion of the report pertaining to the Grand Lodge of Cuba in Cuba to all those Sister Grand Jurisdictions in the United States, not now recognizing the Grand Lodge of Cuba in Cuba. It is further recommended that the Foreign Relations Committee continue, for at least one year, to act in an advisory capacity to assist in resolving any questions that may arise as a result of this recognition. During this Masonic year eight (8) applications for avouchment of Cuban Master Masons were received, duly processed and approved and their respective LD. Cards issued. Eight (8) Special Lodge Certificates for purpose of affiliation were issued by the Grand Secretary, and these brothers were affiliated with Jose Marti Perez, Dr. Felix Varela and Luz de America Lodges. A total of 484 applications for avouchment from Cuban Master Masons have been processed by this Committee during this and past years, most of which have been affiliated with Florida lodges. A number of inquiries from Cuban Master Masons, lodges and Grand Lodges were received and answered. Assistance was given in all cases whenever possible.

DINNER FUND KENTUCKY: The Grand Lodge of Kentucky has the John H. Cowles Dinner Fund which now has a principal balance of $20,000. The proceeds of this fund are used exclusively to cover the cost of a dinner each year for the Past Grand Masters. Brother Cowles was for many years Sovereign Grand Commander of the Scottish Rite of the Southern Jurisdiction of the United States. He was quite proud of having been Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Kentucky. BENEVOLENT FUND

Brother Cowles also established a Benevolent Fund which has grown during the past 50 years: On October 15, 1929, Past Grand Master John Henry Cowles created the Cowles Benevolent Trust with Fidelity and Columbia Trust Co. (now Citizens Fidelity Bank and Trust Company of Louisville) with an initial amount of $10,000. The Trust was augmented by varying amounts during the life of Brother Cowles. The Trust provided that both principal and income would be held and invested for a period of 50 years. At the expiration of 50 years, "The balance of the fund shall remain intact and constitute the above-named fund, after which all the income derived from it, or so much of the income as the Grand Lodge of Kentucky, F. & A.M., may decree, may be used at the discretion of said Grand Lodge for the support of its benevolent work or charities." As of August 31, 1981 the principal market value of this fund administered

20c

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

under Trust Fund No. 40233, is $250,520. The Grand Lodge received income for the first time in 1980. The income received from October 1, 1980 through August 31, 1981 totaled $25,371.36 and is being used for its benevolent works and charities.

DRESS CODE LOUISIANA: The Grand Master of Louisiana thinks each lodge should have its own dress code. We agree with him that we should exemplify dignity in all our lodge work, and the way we dress is part of it. He said: I feel strongly that every Blue Lodge should adopt a dress code for its officers and particularly, the five elective officers. It would not be feasible for the Grand Lodge to adopt any standard regulating dress in the various lodges but each lodge should have a code of its own and enforce the same. It is extremely depressing to visit a lodge and witness the three principal officers attired in sports clothes or other casual dress. A neat suit, business or otherwise, and preferably dark, would add dignity to the office and be more impressive to those in attendance. Some officers, unfortunately, attend lodge dressed as if they really intended to visit the local pool parlor instead. Simply stated, as officers, we should dress and behave in such a manner so as to add dignity to the position to which we have been elected or appointed and reflect our appreciation for lhe high honor bestowed upon us.

DUAL MEMBERSHIP Dual membership can create problems under certain conditions. TENNESSEE: The Grand Lodge of Tennessee reported this action: At the 1981 Annual Communication Paul Silas Nonemacher petitioned the Grand Lodge for restoration from the sentence of expulsion imposed in 1976. This petition was denied. The Grand Lodge of Massachusetts was so notified and was once again asked to consider the expulsion imposed in 1976, since, at that time, they refused to recognize this expulsion. In January of this year I received notice from the Grand Master of Massachusetts, M.W. Bro. J. Philip Berquist, that the case had been reviewed by the Grand Lodge Counsel and his recommendations given, which recommendations had been followed. M.W. Brother Berquist stated he had written a letter of reprimand to Brother Nonemacher, informed him that his sentence of expulsion in Tennessee had not affected his membership in Alpha Lodge, admonished him to observe the laws of the jurisdiction in which he resided, and informed him that any member of a Tennessee lodge could object to his attempting to visit a Tennessee lodge. I regret this decision by the Grand Master of Massachusetts, as we have, in this jurisdiction, abided by the decisions reached by other jurisdictions regarding Masonic charges against our members residing there. Brother Nonemacher has been expelled by the Grand Lodge of Tennessee and, as an expelled Mason, has no rights whatsoever in this jurisdiction, much less the right of even attempting to visit a lodge. Since the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts has indicated previously that, with particular reference to dual membership, they would accept the discipline of another jurisdiction, and have now chosen to disregard our findings, I have directed the Grand Secretary to change the table in his report which shows otherjurisdictions with which we permit dual membership, to indicate we no longer permit dual membership with the lodges under the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts.

EDUCATION ARIZONA: The Committee on Education included the following about a new pamphlet for the Mason's Lady: The Committee has published a new pamphlet entitled "Greetings to a Mason's Lady."

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

21c

It contains, among other things, a short history of the Craft, an explanation of the Apron, and instructions concerning Masonic funerals. We think the new initiate's wife is deserving of more than "I can't tell you what happened - it's a secret." These pamphlets are available to the lodges through the Office of the Grand Secretary and the Editor of Arizona Masonry at no cost.

EDICTS AND DECISIONS KENTUCKY: The Grand Master of Kentucky made the following decision: A lodge conferred the three degrees of Masonry on one who was on probation after serving time in the penitentiary for conviction of a felony. Upon finding the petitioner not qualified, I directed the Master to have the person relinquish his dues card and inform him that he was not a member ofthe Fraternity in accordance with Section 157 of the Constitution.

MARYLAND: Grand Master Wm. M. Koenig issued the following edicts covering some interesting subjects: No emblems or insignia of any Masonic Body or related organization except the letter "G" shall be visible on the East wall of any lodge room while a lodge is open for business or the conferral of degrees. Ladies shall not be permitted on the third and fourth floors of the Masonic Temple in Baltimore between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and II :00 p.m. on any evening when meetings are in progress there, except by special authorization from the Grand Master. Lodges that presently permit smoking during meetings must designate one specific section of the room where this practice will be permissible. However, no smoking will be allowed during ritualistic work, including conferral of degrees, examination of candidates, opening and closing ceremonies, installation of Officers and memorial services. Lodges which do not allow smoking at this time are not permitted to institute the practice. The question has arisen as to whether or not a Brother Entered Apprentice or a Fellow Craft who, through some words, act or incident, has incurred the animosity ofa member, or members, of the lodge, can be impeded or denied further progress through the degrees. It is my order that a brother, having once taken the Entered Apprentice's obligation, must be advanced in a normal and customary procedure without undue delay. Neither the Worshipful Master nor any member of the lodge has the authority to deny a brother this right, except by preferring charges against him and conducting a Masonic trial in accordance with Article 16, Section 8 of the Grand Lodge Constitution.

FELLOW CRAfl DEGREE COMMENT ON THE MEANING OF THE SECOND SECTION OF THE FELLOW CRAFT DEGREE BY M. C. LEWIS, JR., P.G.M., ARKANSAS FROM IGNORANCE TO KNOWLEDGE

If you were asked this question, "What is the second section of the Fellow Craft Degree?," in all probability you would answer that it consists of the "staircase lecture." The operative Fellow Craft was a man skilled in the science of his trade. The speculative Fellow Craft symbolically should be equally skillful in the science and art of Masonry. This is our duty as Fellow Crafts. As the Fellow Craft seeks and attains intellectual truth, his primary achievement is in determining the moral, and above all, the divine truth which determines the quality of his work, distinguishes him among his brethren, and marks him truly a Fellow of the Craft. The Entered Apprentice Degree symbolizes the birth of intellectual light and the entrance of man into the world. We know also of the sublime hope of immortality portrayed by the Master's Degree. The Fellow Craft Degree depicts that state of life of

22c

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

man growing into manhood. He becomes experienced and educated in the sciences and arts, and develops the moral character and faith which is to sustain him in times of future crises. In the explanation of the symbolism of the Fellow Craft Degree, we are told that the Entered Apprentice emerges from darkness into light and that the Fellow Craft comes out of ignorance into knowledge. But what is ignorance, and what is knowledge? What is ignorance? It does not mean a mental defect, a lack ofintellect, or a shortage of brains. The dictionary informs us that ignorance is a want of knowledge. An ignorant person is one unlearned or uninformed; hence, is unconscious of knowledge. Ignorance, then, is a condition which indicates a lack of knowledge, a lack of education, or a lack of experience. It is not alone through education by schooling as we know it that knowledge may be obtained. There are many sources of knowledge. Experience is one of the principal sources. The truly educated person will quickly acknowledge that he knows not, and that he must be constantly studying in order to attain the truth. This is true of Masonry. He must theorize the truth, and then by application test his theory by experience in order that the fact of knowledge may be finally determined. A man who practices his Masonry as he knows it obtains better knowledge of Masonry by this experience. What is knowledge? It is the fact or act of knowing or of understanding. It is that body of information perceived or grasped by the mind which we call learning or enlightenment. Knowledge, then, is the intellectual acquaintance with or perception of fact or truth or the understanding of it. It is the theoretical or practical understanding of an art or science or branch of learning. What about knowledge? Can a man know everything? Obviously, he cannot. A learned lawyer has not the skilled medical knowledge of a surgeon; neither of those have the knowledge and skill of the bricklayer nor of the auto mechanic; and none of these may know how to plow a field, or milk a cow, or cook a chicken; yet, for lack of knowledge in a specialized matter we do not call them ignorant. Ignorance then cannot be a mere lack of knowledge, because there is so much knowledge that no one man can know all. Then, what is true ignorance? We may define it as the lack of knowledge which any given man has a duty to know. It is not just the knowledge of a profession or work that a man follows, but knowledge which is required of him as a member of society, as a citizen, as a family man, as a moral and God-fearing man, or as a Mason. A Mason has a duty to know about Masonry and to be able to use it. The Entered Apprentice, having been born in darkness, and having determined certain moral and divine truths and attained light, stands as a correct and upright man in the Northeast corner. As a Fellow Craft he starts along the way to the Middle Chamber to be taught his wages. Being in the light he can look around him and learn from what he sees and hears. He is supposed to have progressed in the science of his Craft; his work is skilled. The Entet;ed Apprentice has spent his youth becoming skilled in his trade. The Fellow Craft is a skilled craftsman. The wages of our ancient brethren depended upon the light of day. As the days were long or short, so were they able to labor and were paid accordingly. The ascent of the Fellow Craft of the winding stairs is laborious. You would not recall it as such, because your eyes were open, and you walked, in most instances, on a painted staircase or level floor. Your journey was symbolical. We cannot see around a winding stair. We can see the steps we are on and perhaps two in front of us, but we cannot see what is around the corner. Perhaps there is a door or misfortune, trouble, or an enemy may await us a step away as we travel through life and seek to learn. While we cannot see the step that is before us, yet our path leads on. We seek to learn a science or an art, but the means of progress escape us and difficulties befall us. Still we struggle on. Each step behind is a foundation which leads us closer to a truth.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

23c

On hisjourney the first thing brought to the attention ofthe Fellow Craft is two brazen pillars. He is given detailed information about the history of these pillars. You are aware that Masonry traces its roots and organization back hundreds of years before the founding of the first Grand Lodge. In antiquity much has been found in mystic symbols of monumental and architectural ruins which prove the ancient existence of Masonry. Its true ancient history is not just a legend, but is a fact of which we have knowledge, but of which detailed knowled~e is very scant. The Fellow Craft in his climb up the winding stairs is reminded that, by a study of history, knowledge can be attained. This knowledge is essential to him as a foundation in his journey through life and in his Masonic career. Our heritage teaches us very important truths. . In climbing the three steps, the Fellow Craft is taught a lesson about institutions and society. It is necessary to have wisdom to contrive, strength to support, and beauty to adorn all well governed institutions. This is true of the Masonic lodge, but it is also true of the community, state, and nation. As Masons we must exercise our wisdom in order that our society may have just laws and excellent leaders. We must keep our institution intact and permanent so that on the pages of history the beauty that we have wrought as free men and Masons may stand as a temporal cathedral for Masons and mankind of the future to admire. We are told that the five steps that we next climb represent the five principal orders of architecture and the five principal senses. We must know the moral truths of how to live together in a society before science can be of much use to us. As the Northeast foundation stone is a beginning place, so is it necessary also that these steps be ascended before we are ready for the realm of the field of scientific learning and schooling known as the arts and sciences. We think of architecture ordinarily in connection with construction, but in many ways it is the most expressive language we have ever known. Out of the past there are archeological discoveries of ancient civilizations of which we have no explanation or language other than their monuments of architecture which still exist. From them we have learned the story of that civilization. We have determined their culture, moral nature, and form of ownership. Those items of architecture have survived and stood the test of time, through floods, fire, war, and devastation. By them we also know that a type of Freemasonry existed then. It too has survived and stood the test of time. The five principal types of architecture, notwithstanding all of the other modern scientific advances of man, have scarcely been improved upon for their beauty and usefulness. Similarly, the Fellow Craft must be enlightened with the knowledge that the beauty, strength and usefulness of Freemasonry lies within its ancient foundation of heritage as demonstrated by our operative ancient brethren in architectural triumphs of history. Freemasonry's hope to survive the ages depends upon our willingness to admit to this fact of knowledge that its moral and spiritual truths, its customs and usages, cannot be redesigned or improved. However, its adaptation to modern society can be improved. As the architecture of the ages was a means of communication, so must it be apparent to each of us that we must communicate with each other the knowledge and beauty of Freemasonry. In exercising the five human senses, this communication is possible, and through it the practice of the moral attributes of brotherhood which gives us the strength and character to be a useful person in society. The beginning of the schools and process of education as we know it consisted in the middle ages of a certain curriculum. The liberal arts and sciences as exemplified on the seven winding stairs were the names of the subjects which were then studied. They were known by the ancient Latin phrases. Trivium and Quadrivium. The Trivium had as its subjects: Logic, grammar, and rhetoric. The Quadrivium consisted of arithmetic, geometry, astronomy, and music. The Fellow Craft will recognize these subjects. It is here in the Fellow Craft degree that the candidate gets his first lesson on the importance of education to Masonry. Within our lifetime we have used the phrase "atomic age" and already we have

24c

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

discarded that phrase to say that we are in the "space age." These phrases emphasize in a few words the fast-moving and increasing importance of education in life today. The school curriculum has had to be enlarged. We in Masonry can be proud that throughout the history of this nation Freemasonry has taken the lead in the field of education and promoted free public schools. We tell our youth today that their livelihood and their future income depend upon the amount of education that they receive. We implore them to use their opportunity for higher learning to secure college training. The second section of the Fellow Craft Degree is that part of all the degrees that emphasizes the importance of education. Freemasonry can point with pride to the fact that Masonry has always emphasized the need for all men to be educated in the arts and sciences. From the Middle Ages of history this intellectual truth has become a part of the degree. The need for intellectual knowledge becomes apparent as the Fellow Craft climbs the last portion of the winding stairs. In taking these seven steps he acknowledges the necessity of a proper education for every individual. He acknowledges also that in the past struggles have faced man, in his endeavors for intellectual, moral, scientific, and cultural achievement, and acknowledges that these struggles exist in the present and will in the future to handicap the attainment of truth. By taking these seven steps, the Fellow Craft symbolically acknowledges that he also must be educated, and that he needs a Masonic education to become a Master Mason. However, you may ask the question: "Is it necessary that I learn these arts and sciences to be truly classified as qualified to become a true Master of Masonry?" The answer is obviously, "No," but it is necessary that you understand the work of the lodge, and you are expected to know Masonry. The ancient Operative Mason did not need to know all the sciences or arts, but he was expected to learn his trade skillfully, and ifhe did not, he could not obtain his wages. It is ignorance if a man lacks the knowledge which he has a duty to know, and it is our duty as Masons to have knowledge about Masonry. From the moment we sign the petition, through our obligations in all of our degrees, we have a continuing responsibility to become enlightened men and good Masons, moral and true. As the advances in science, especially in the space age period of astronauts today, point up the need for further study, so the winding staircase again symbolizes that, as was taught us in the explanation of the Great Lights in the first section of the Fellow Craft Degree, we must continually pursue knowledge of Masonry. Masonry is a progressive science, although obtained only by degrees. The moral and spiritual truths of our Masonic ritual are presented in excellent grammar, logic, and rhetoric entwined with architectural, mathematical and geometrical symbols. We also contemplate the celestial bodies whose paths are controlled by the rules and laws of astronomy, a branch of that noble science, geometry. These truly are put together with the rhythm of poetry and music pleasing to the senses. Knowledge of Masonry thus persuades us that there must be a divine power whose geometric rules of nature prescribe moral and spiritual rules of conduct for man. It is in this frame of mind that we come to the door of the Middle Chamber, which, we have found is strictly tiled for reasons of security. While we as Masons should be eager to learn and to assist others in learning, we should not forget that there are those who, through ignorance of our intellectual, moral and divine freedoms and truths, would seek to destroy our institutions. The profane and the unworthy by uniting the power of ignorance would lay waste our Masonic Temple, hence the need for security. Having arrived in the Middle Chamber, we discover that the wages of a Fellow Craft are in reality the fraternal fellowship which are ours as a result of overcoming the difficulties in obtaining Masonic knowledge. Being entitled to wages of nourishment, refreshment, and joy, the Fellow Craft discovers that his laborious ascent of the winding stairs was not to obtain intellectual and moral knowledge and truths alone. He is now faced with the overwhelming truth of the work of the Supreme Architect of the Universe as set out in the laws of nature and as spelled out in the study of geometry and Masonry. The Fellow Craft acknowledges that which he has declared several times in his Masonic

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

25c

career. There is a divine truth which is superimposed on all else that man would know, and without which the rest of man's knowledge is of little importance. Thus, the Fellow Craft comes out of ignorance into knowledge. But there still remains the application in his daily life of this knowledge - the practice of the understanding of these intellectual, moral, and divine truths. His skill as a craftsman and his place in society and in Masonry depends upon his daily application ofthe working tools of a Fellow Craft in a commonsense approach that shows that Masonry lives. As such, it is itself a science and an art, the knowledge of which makes a better man. The inspiration of knowledge as symbolized in the second section of the Fellow Craft degree should persuade man to become enlightened in Masonry. If he does, he will have truly come out of ignorance into knowledge. He, thus, not only professes Masonry, he lives it. Symbolically we ask these questions of your ignorance and knowledge. Are you still an Entered Apprentice or are you entitled to be a Master Mason?

FIFTY-YEAR MEMBER CEREMONY IDAHO: The Committee on Masonic Education received a request for a ceremony for the presentation of a 50-Year Award. The Committee said: We received a request for a Presentation of a 50-Year Award, and we have prepared it for your consideration. We offer it merely as a suggested form, no one is expected to commit it to memory, and if it is used, we suggest that it be practiced in order that it may be read well. This prepared presentation can be added to, or reduced, as desired, and while it is expected that some would prefer something specific when making such a presentation, we, your Committee, are of the opinion that thoughts from the heart are usually more effective. SU(;GESTED CEREMONY

Brother Senior Deacon: You will escort Brother to the East. Brother , our Great Light suggests that extended earthly life is a reward for the righteous. The Psalmist tells us "that our years are three score and ten." This is generally accepted as the approximate span of our earthly existence; but if "by reason of strength they should become four score years," we accept this as the heritage of the faithful. In youth we must search for useful knowledge; in manhood we must discharge our duties to God, to our neighbor, and to ourselves; and in age we hope to e~oy the happy reflections and satisfactions which result from a life of worthy dedication. A 50-Year Mason has been guided by our Three Great Lights throughout the three principal stages of his life; he has exceeded the traditional allotment of years and has advanced to that period which is the heritage of the faithful. For at least a half-century you have served your Creator, given of your substance and remained devoted to Freemasonry and your fidelity entitles you to the admiration and esteem of your lodge brethren and all Masons wither-so-ever dispersed. You have learned humility and compassion; you have assisted the widow and the orphan and have promulgated our Four Cardinal Virtues. We trust that your labors have brought both pleasure and satisfaction. May your future bring many more years of fellowship with your brethren, and we hope that you will inspire them to a similar fidelity. May you rejoice in the satisfaction and delight which comes to those who serve our Supreme Grand Master. This emblem is only a small token of our affection and gratitude, but it designates you as a special example of fidelity; may you wear it with pleasure to yourself and honor to our Fraternity, and may you long enjoy the heritage of the faithful. (Master - or the one making the presentation - may ask the 50-Year recipient, or give him an opportunity, for remarks.) Brother Senior Deacon, return our 50-Year Mason to his seat among the brethren (or - seat our 50-Year Mason in the East).

26c

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

FINANCIAL KENTUCKY: The Grand Lodge of Kentucky has a building fund that is growing: This fund was established in late 1978 at the time our former Grand Lodge Building was sold. The proceeds of the sale totaling $400,000 was invested immediately. The income earned is being reinvested along with the principal. While the principal balance reflects the amount of $473,291.24, the income continues to accumulate through the maturity of the investment.

FORM OF PETITION MONTANA: The Grand Master of Montana recommended that the form of petition be amended to include a question that would conform to the "Invasion of Privacy Act": That suitable words or waiver be added to the Petition for Initiation form whereby the petitioner would agree to a thorough investigation of his character and circumstances. The reason for this recommendation would be to forestall all possible problems arising as a result of the "Invasion of Privacy Act."

FRATERNAL RELATIONS MICHIGAN: The Grand Lodge of Michigan heard a most complete report from its Committee on Fraternal Relations. We think our readers will profit by reading this report: It is appropriate, from time to time, to briefly state the principles of recognition which the Fraternal Relations Committee uses for guidance to determine the legitimacy of another Grand Lodge. These guidelines were adopted at the Grand Lodge Annual Communication in 1948. Fraternal recognition may be extended upon recommendation of the Fraternal Relations Committee and the concurrence of the Grand Lodge when the following principles are satisfied:

• • • • • • • •

Legitimacy of the origin of the Grand Lodge Belief in a Supreme Being as a qualification for membership Use of the Volume of the Sacred Law to obligate initiates Membership in lodges and Grand Lodge shall be exclusively men Sovereign authority of the Grand Lodge over Symbolic Degrees Three Great Lights of Masonry must be displayed in Grand Lodge and lodges Discussion of religion and politics is forbidden within the lodge The principles of the Ancient Landmarks, Customs, and usages of the Craft shall be strictly observed

The Committee on Fraternal Relations examines all petitions, applications, and requests of other Grand Lodges for fraternal recognition. It reviews from time to time, the existing fraternal relations between this and other Grand Lodges to the end that Masonic harmony may prevail throughout the Free World. The Grand Lodges which have been reviewed by the Committee are: SOUTH AFRICA

The Grand Lodge of Southern Africa recently changed its name to the Grand Lodge of South Africa. It is interesting to note that the Grand Lodge of Michigan has listed it as South Africa in its proceedings for a number of years. We do note that we have also listed the address of this Grand Lodge incorrectly for the past few years.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

27c

IRAN

Freemasonry in Iran may have been completely destroyed. The Committee has been informed that all lodges in Iran are closed. We are also informed that a list of 1,800 Iranian Freemasons was published after the Iranian government banned Freemasonry. As a result, Masons who were unable to escape from Iran have been persecuted and, in some cases, executed. If any Michigan Masonic lodges are approached by Iranian Masons desiring to affiliate and in some situations, to complete their degree conferrals, they should immediately contact the Grand Secretary's Office. SPAI:';

The United Grand Orient of Spain has requested recognition from several Grand Lodges. However, the Grand Orient has failed to show any legitimacy of origin. There are several lodges in Spain which are chartered by the National Grand Lodge of France, a regular Grand Lodge. We understand that the name "Grand Lodge of Spain" has already been reserved through the efforts of the National Grand Lodge of France. It appears that the most likely possibility for recognizing a Grand Lodge of Spain would be through the lodges chartered by the National Grand Lodge of France. PORTUGAl.

With the reestablishment of a democratic government in Portugal, it appears that United Lusitanian Grand Orient may be revived. However, the Grand Orient is not recognized as a regular Grand Lodge. It has maintained fraternal relations with other irregular Grand Lodges which would prevent us from recommending recognition. As reported in the 1980 Proceedings, candidates are not required to be obligated on the Volume of the Sacred Law. ECUADOR

In late 1979, we were informed that the Grand Lodge of Ecuador had given permission for the formation of another Grand Lodge in Ecuador. Then, in early 1980, the Grand Lodge of Ecuador advised the Conference of Grand Masters of North America that it still maintained jurisdiction over the entire Republic of Ecuador. CUBA

The Grand Lodge of Cuba, located in Havana, continues to operate in accordance with its original Masonic Law. They have 326 lodges and approximately 22,000 members. They continue to operate courageously in spite of various difficulties. Over the past few years, there have been various attempts by exile groups to seek recognition of a Grand Lodge of Cuba in exile. These have emanated from Miami, Florida, and West New York, New Jersey. The Committee continues to ignore communications from these exile groups. Michigan lodges should be careful to turn away all would-be Masonic visitors from the Cuban Grand Lodge in Exile, headquartered in New Jersey or Florida. Al.ASKA

The most exciting news coming to the Committee, is the formation, on February 5, 1981, of the Grand Lodge of Alaska, Free and Accepted Masons. Twelve lodges originally chartered under the Grand Lodge of Washington, decided to organize a new Grand Lodge of Alaska. Seven other lodges have chosen to remain as constituent lodges of the Grand Lodge of Washington. We understand that the Grand Lodge of Alaska was formed with the consent of the Grand Master of Washington. The Grand Lodge of Michigan was represented on this historic occasion by M.W. Bro. Charles S. Moulthrop, Jr., P.G.M. On February 4, 1981, all 19 Alaskan lodges met in Anchorage, Alaska, to determine whether they should form a Grand Lodge. As previously stated, 12 lodges voted to form the Grand Lodge. The other seven preferred to hold allegiance, at least for the time being, to the Grand Lodge of Washington. On February 5, 1981, the representatives of the 12 lodges adopted the Masonic Laws of

28c

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

Washington as the Constitution, By-laws and Regulations for the Grand Lodge of Alaska. M.W. Bro. James A. Williams was elected Grand Master and R.W. Bro. Gunnar Flygenring as Grand Secretary. On February 6, 1981, the Grand Lodge Officers of Alaska were installed by M.W. Bro. Roy Foss, P.G.M. of Washington. Assisting M.W. Brother Foss was M.W. Bro. Charles S. Moulthrop,Jr., P.G.M. as Grand Secretary; M.W. Bro. Francis Hess, P.G.M. of Montana, as Grand Chaplain; and M.W. Bro. Byron C. Jenkins, Grand Master of Nebraska, as Grand Marshal. On February 7, 1981, the first meeting of the Grand Lodge was held. The Grand Lodge of Alaska consists of 12 lodges, with a membership of 1,904 Masons. From M.W. Brother Moulthrop's observations, all the meetings were held in accordance with the code of the Grand Lodge of Washington. We believe that the Grand Lodge of Alaska was regularly erected and deserving of our recognition. The Committee on Fraternal Relations therefore moves that the Grand Lodge of Michigan establish fraternal relations with the Grand Lodge of Alaska and recognize them as a regular Grand Lodge. Respectfully submitted, ROBERT N. OSBORNE, G.M. ROYCE E. CURLlS, P.G.M., C.S. J. FAIRBAIRl': SMITH, SR., P.M. Committee on Fraternal Relations

FRATERNAL REVIEWS At the very outset of this report we would like for you to consider the opinions of a well-informed Mason in a neighboring jurisdiction. It is the opinion of many that the reviews of Grand Lodges are read by only a select few, and that in view of the high cost of printing such reviews could and should be eliminated. This is not to say that the recording of Masonic activities should not be preserved. Quite to the contrary, we believe that there may be a better way to handle the important work of reviewers. The following report from Kansas offers some suggestions: KANSAS: Grand Secretary Albert O. Arnold makes these comments: You will note there is no report of the Committee in your Advance Report. For many years, up to 50 pages were devoted to this report in both the Advance and Final Proceedings. I, personally, feel the set-up and reproduction of this report is very costly and, generally, is not read by many brethren - especially in the Advance Report hence, its absence. Depending upon the wills of our present and incoming Grand Masters, a new procedure will be initiated. Since the report is always quite voluminous, and read by only a small percentage of the brethren, it is proposed by this writer that each issue of the Kansas Mason carry a brief report on ten or more other Grand Lodges. Nature seems to dictate more interest and attention, and more readiness to read a short article, and veer away from a 50-page report. It is further proposed, because of printing costs in both the Proceedings and the Kansas Mason, that much of the extraneous material be eliminated altogether. It is unlikely that many of the persons reading these reports really care if "X" Grand Lodge is holding its 55th or its 155th Annual Communication, or if said communication was held in Podunk Center or Boom City, or even if a Past Grand Officer passed on during the year. I find this type of information in many correspondence Committee Reports. A copy of most Sister jurisdiction's Proceedings is available at our Grand Lodge office for those scholars interested in this information. I feel the Craft of Kansas are more interested in happenings which can influence our Grand Lodge and our subordinate lodges, actions which could increase membership, improve attendance, reduce suspensions and interest all Entered Apprentices into

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

29c

completing their degrees. The excerpts extracted by this Committee generally will be with these objectives in mind. There may even be some things entered only because they are interesting or whimsical.

TEXAS: R.W. Bro Winford H. Owen, Fraternal Correspondent, has a very well-prepared topical review for the benefit of his brethren.

FREEMASONRY AND THE LAW GEORGIA: The following report to the Grand Lodge of Georgia contains a great deal of meaning, and may possibly serve as a guide to others. FREEMASO!':RY AND THE LAW IN GEORGIA

Lodges and societies of Freemasons have existed in Georgia at least since 1735. So it is stated in the legislative act which incorporated the Grand Lodge of the State of Georgia in 1796. This Act, reported in Marbury & Crawford's Digest, is the first recorded "brush with the law" the Freemasons experienced in Georgia. There have since been several cases in court and some Georgia statutes that either directly or indirectly affect Masonry. A brief look at these cases and statutes should prove instructional and helpful to Masons in Georgia and around the nation. The first reported court case involving Masons in Georgia was in 1874 and involved a lodge in Savannah. The issue in the case concerned the taxing of a Masonic lodge since, according to the incorporation act in 1796, the Masons are established on principles of "charity and universal benevolence." The Court taking note of this language in the legislative act affirmed the lower court's finding that exempted the Masonic lodge and "any house belonging to that lodge" from taxation. !,he Supreme Court based its ruling on what was then the 798th section of the Code of Georgia - the Code which predated the 1877 Georgia Constitution. When in 1888 the Georgia Supreme Court again grappled with this same issue, a different result was reached - this time finding its footing in the 1877 Constitution. The Supreme Court looked to the Constitution and found that it strictly limited tax exemptions to "all institutions of purely public charity." Applying this language to the case at bar, the Supreme Court ruled that, at best, the Masonic lodge was entitled to an apportioned tax exemption, since there were revenue-producing stores located in the same building as housed the charitable goings-on. That the money brought in was ultimately to be used for charitable purposes was oflittle moment, for the Court said, "... that exemption depends upon the use made of the property, not upon the use made of the income" (emphasis added). The bottom line on exempting property for tax, to this Court, was that the property in question" ... must be used directly and immediately for the charitable object," and that definition is still valid. When the Supreme Court again broached this subject in 1926, it stuck to its ruling guns and reaffirmed its position by saying that "... productive property is taxable, even though the income be used for charitable purposes." Hence, Masonic lodges are taxed, accordingly, today. The next case involving Freemasonry did not come about until 1968. In this case, the Georgia Court of Appeals simply reaffirmed a basic black letter principle of contract law and applied that principle across the board. The facts were simple. One J. B. Baldwin, who was the Supreme Grand Master for the Modern Free and Accepted Masons of the World, signed a note to secure debt as follows: "Modern Free and Accepted Masons of the World, J. B. Baldwin." In holding that the defendant Masons' organization was responsible for the debt, the Appellate Court simply referred to Georgia Code Annotated ยง 109A-3-403 and said that where the"... name of an organization followed by the name and office of an authorized individual as the signatory of a note (appears, this) constitutes a signature made in a representative capacity." (The Court noted further that where a defense is to be raised concerning a signature's validity or a signature's authority, it must be raised, defensively, in the pleadings - which was not done in this case.) As was

30c

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

stated earlier, the Appeals Court only reiterated a common principle of contract law, but it is a principle that should ever be kept in the minds of Masons; for it is an easily abused concept, but a necessary organization "fact of life" that can be watched and protected against abuse. The last reported case actually involving Freemasonry in Georgia was in 1975 and focused on the Smooth Ashlar Grand Lodge. It seems that at the annual business meeting of this Grand Lodge, certain member Masons raised numerous questions concerning the accuracy and completeness of the yearly audit as submitted for aplJroval by the Grand Master. No one of the Grand Council could sufficiently answer the questions posed, nor could they plausibly explain alleged discrepancies in the audit. Pursuant to the organizations' By-Laws, the complaining members sought a resolution of the controversy through available internal remedies which provided for a special audit procedure. The resolution they attempted was unsuccessful, so the Masons filed suit in court, seeking a court-ordered audit, as well as an order to compel the lodge to allow the complaining Masons access to the lodge's books and records for the purpose of the audit. All ofthis was sought under the provisions of Georgia Code Ann., ยง22-2612. This statute allows any member of a corporation to inspect the books and records of that corporation "... for any proper purpose at any reasonable time." The Appellate Court, in upholding the lower court's mandate giving access to the books to the complaining members, said that it could"... find no valid reason for the Grand Lodge or the Grand Master acting for the Grand Lodge to deny the rights conferred by an existing state statute (Ga. Code Ann. 22-2612)." So, not only did the Court definitively state that the Grand Lodge, as a nonprofit corporation/organization, was bound in the parameters of Ga. Code Ann. 22-2612, it also reaffirmed the idea that where "... Uudicial) interference is necessary to enforce rights recognized by law, the courts of this state have not refused to intervene in the internal affairs of a benevolent society, simply because that society has its own governing rules." But in arriving at this ruling (and thereby protecting and safeguarding Masonry against possible embezzlement and other abuse), the Court restated some other principles of law, as they applied to benevolent associations, fraternities, and the like. For example, the Court said the judiciary would not jump into a society's affairs as long as "... a benevolent association confines itself to the powers vested in it, and acts in good faith under by-laws adopted by it, and does not violate any laws of the land or any pecuniary or property right of the member of the association." More importantly, and this was a critical factor in this case, "... before resorting to the civil courts for redress, a member must exhaust all the remedies provided by the society by appeal or otherwise." Note, though, in this regard, that the Court went on to assure the complaining Masons that "(a) party is never required to do a vain and useless thing before undertaking to assert his rights." In short, while the courts of Georgia will not hesitate to involve themselves in a benevolent society's affairs to insure an individual's rights or to uphold the law, the court will only step in if the society cannot wash its own laundry and tidy its own affairs through internal remedies and procedures. There is one last statute that could perhaps affect or be used by Masonry; that statute is Georgia Code Annotated 106-9905. This statute states that any person, unless entitled to wear the emblem of an organization, who wears the "badge, button, or other emblem" of a "benevolent, fraternal, social, humane, or charitable organization which is entitled to the exclusive use of such name or emblem," is guilty of a misdemeanor. This statute, enacted in 1909, is mentioned only in passing, since there are no reported cases arising under this code section and, all considered, it is of doubtful constitutionality, today. The way the statute is written, constitutional problems of vagueness could very well surfaceif the statute did not run into head-on conflict with the First Amendment at the outset. This short paper is meant as a sort of history of Freemasonry in the law over the years in Georgia. But, not only that, it could well serve and pay all Masonic lodges to review and refresh the memory as to what has been told them in and through the Georgia courts, if for no other reason, to avoid costly relitigation of old points - for, as has been said, "those who do not remember the past are condemned to repeat it."

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

31c

GAMES OF CHANCE MAINE: The Grand Lodge of Maine adopted rules for holding certain games of chance. The following was a report of the Committee on Amendments which was adopted: To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Maine: In 1947, M.W. Bro. Carroll W. Keene made a decision that, under Masonic Law, "all games of chance are strictly prohibited." This decision was approved by the Committee on Masonic Jurisprudence. Thus, the Masonic Law of this jurisdiction was established. It must be recognized that the law as then established was in harmony with the laws of the State of Maine. Games of chance were not prohibited because they were bad in and of themselves but because prohibited by state law. Society has since changed and practices which were once sinful of themselves or perhaps difficult to regulate have since become acceptable, if not in the eyes of all persons, yet in the eyes of the law. The State Legislature in its "wisdom" in 1973 determined that games of chance are not all bad. So it enacted Maine Revised Statutes Annotated, Title 17, Section 330, which provides certain exceptions to the law which prohibits games of chance and prescribes certain regulations to govern the same. In view of the fact that the Maine Legislature has removed, at least partially, the prohibition against games of chance, it may be that it is appropriate for the Grand Lodge to reconsider its position. Therefore, the Committee on Amendments to the Constitution presents the following Standing Regulation: Standing Regulation No. 61 Masonic lodges themselves may not conduct enterprises such as raffles, Beano, Bingo and any game of chance. However, Masons, who are members of any club or other organization whose membership is conditioned in whole or part, upon membership in or affiliation with, the Masonic Craft may conduct the abovementioned enterprises. These enterprises may be conducted in a Masonic building but may not be conducted in the lodge room or rooms. The District Deputy Grand Master must inspect each Masonic building in his District and certify to the Grand Master that he considers a part of the building suitable in which to conduct the above enterprises. No public advertising of the above activities may be made on or about the outside of the Masonic building or on or about the premises outside the building." The Committee believes that this Standing Regulation will help lodges to meet lodge expenses that are increasing due to inflation. The Committee recommends that this Standing Regulation be adopted. I move the report be received and the recommendation adopted.

GEORGE WASHINGTON MASONIC NATIONAL MEMORIAL NEW MEXICO: The Grand Lodge of New Mexicojoined the ranks ofthose Grand Lodges which have agreed to assess $5.00 on each Entered Apprentice. This was an increase from the $1.00 previously assessed. OHIO: The Grand Lodge of Ohio approved a $15,000 item for a bas-relief of Bro. George Washington to be placed on the grounds of the Memorial as described below: WHEREAS, The George Washington National Masonic Memorial at Alexandria, Virginia, is a very beautiful and imposing monument dedicated to the memory of George Washington, the greatest of all Americans and the first among his brethren; and WHEREAS, The said George Washington Memorial, supported by all Masons in the

32c

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

United States, is a most important face of Freemasonry to the visiting public in our nation's capital; and WHEREAS, An exciting opportunity is present, now, for Ohio Masonry to evidence its conviction that Freemasonry is a viable, live influence for good in American life by funding the erection of a lasting and permanent visible addition to the grounds of the Memorial in the form of a suitable walled setting and canopy for an impressive bas-relief sculpture of George Washington to be placed by the George Washington National Masonic Memorial Association, near the public roadway at the foot of Shooter's Hill, Alexandria, Virginia; It is the unanimous recommendation of the Advisory Committee that the Grand Lodge of Ohio fund the installation of said bas-relief sculpture memorial, and that the cost thereof be budgeted at a sum not to exceed the sum of $15,000. SPECIAL MEMORIAL

EVENT

We find the following account of a special event as a part of the 250th Anniversary of the birth of George Washington in the Minnesota Mason: "George Washington was a runner like yourself, having run hundreds of miles in Indian dress on the frontier of early America. Washington ran for the preservation of his country, and you are running for its health." With these words, William Brown, Curator of the Museum at the George Washington Masonic National Memorial in Alexandria, Virginia, presented Bro. Donald Lee Marrs of Cincinnati, Ohio, with a miniature statue of President George Washington in Masonic regalia by sculptor Donald DeLue. The presentation was made by Brown on behalfof Stanley F. Maxwell, President of the George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association. Marrs had just completed the 10 km Mt. Vernon Road Race which was held in conjunction with the 250th Anniversary of the birth of George Washington. Starting at Washington's home at Mt. Vernon, the road race concluded at the entrance to grounds of the George Washington Masonic National Memorial. The event took place on May 8. The 6.2 miles covered by Marrs may have seemed a little short. Last year he covered some 2,200 miles from Carlyle, Illinois, to San Francisco, California, as a tribute to Canadian Terry Fox who started across the continent running to raise funds for the Cancer Crusade. Fox died before he could finish. His own lymphoma cancer in remission, Donald Marrs was moved to complete what Terry Fox had started. As plans for celebrating George Washington's 250th birthday were underway, Maxwell invited Donald Marrs to participate in the Mt. Vernon Classic. Marrs agreed and the Scottish Rite Valley of Cincinnati underwrote the expenses for Marrs and his wife, Lee. In his remarks, President Maxwell stated, "With its hospitals for crippled children, its nursing and retirement homes, and its commitment to finding answers to schizophrenia, muscular dystrophy, cerebral palsy and other crippling diseases, Masonry is one of the nation's leading charitable organizations. You, Brother Marrs, have distinguished yourself as a true Mason because you are actively working for the brotherhood of man. Our 3Y2 million brother Masons are behind you in your race for cancer. May God bless and protect you." When Donald Lee Marrs came across the finish line at the foot of the George Washington Masonic Memorial on May 8, he exemplified the character and determination of George Washington.

VERMONT: The Grand Lodge of Vermont adopted a $5.00 assessment on each candidate for the Memorial. VIRGINIA: The Grand Lodge of Virginia also adopted a $5.00 assessment, but on each Master Mason raised. WISCONSIN: The Grand Lodge of Wisconsin increased the assessment for the George Washington Masonic National Memorial from $2.00 to $5.00 on each Master Mason raised.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

33c

GRAND MASTERS' CONFERENCE There has been much discussion at different times about the format and location ofthe Grand Masters' Conference. It has been decided at various times to move the location of the Conference to various places around the United States, largely as a matter ofconvenience to the attending members. It has been argued that expenses are important as a consideration. We agree that it is expensive for the Grand Lodges of California, Washington, and Oregon and others far removed from Washington to attend. However, most Grand Lodges can well afford to defray the expenses of their Grand Master and other officers to attend wherever it may be. Also, Washington has so much to offer as opposed to many other locations. Also, the George Washington Masonic National Memorial is a part of this Conference, and the members attending, if not in Washington, would be deprived of perhaps their only opportunity to visit it. NEVADA: The Grand Master of Nevada made this comment: There was some controversy this year in regard to proposed locations for future sessions, as they seem to hover on the Eastern Seaboard. There was also some discussion as to changing the format somewhat to make the whole Conference more informative and interesting to the attending Grand Masters and Deputies. There were strong feelings that perhaps the whole thing was becoming merely a place to meet old friends and acquaintances. I agree.

GRAND REPRESENTATIVES The Grand Representative system leaves much to be desired in many jurisdictions. At most it is a shallow honor to the average commission holder. Little if anything is assigned to them and nothing is required except attendance at the annual communications - if this is monitored. DELAWARE: The Grand Master of Delaware made these comments about Grand Representatives: The system of Grand Lodge Representatives is good only if the Representatives take their duties seriously. The duty is not only to represent their respective jurisdictions in name, but to aid and assist in strengthening our fraternal relationship.

IDAHO: The Grand Master of Idaho made this recommendation: That the incoming Grand Master appoint a committee to establish the duties and guidelines for our Grand Representatives. In many jurisdictions this has been done and a great deal is gained by the use of the system. In Idaho it has become nothing more than an honorary appointment with no particular responsibility and very little if anything being accomplished. We should either put the system to use or abolish it altogether.

It might be of interest to some to know that four Grand Lodges in this country do not exchange Grand Representatives with other Grand Lodges. They are: Pennsylvania, Iowa, 1':ew Mexico, and Wyoming.

HISTORICAL DELAWARE: M.W. Bro. James H. Hutchins, P.G.M. and Grand Historian of the Grand Lodge of Delaware, gives a most interesting report of his office on the historical beginnings of the Grand Lodges of Delaware and New Jersey, which are just across a river from one another.

34c

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

BROTHERHOOD SPA~S THE RIVER (~EW JERSEY-DELAWARE)

This year has seen the continuation of the strengthening of that Masonic tenet, Brotherhood, between the brethren of Delaware and their brothers across the river in New Jersey. On November 20, 1979, the Grand Master of Delaware, accompanied by his Grand Staff, traveled to Paulsboro Lodge No. 262 where they were received by the Grand Master of New Jersey. On March 24, 1980, the Grand Master of New Jersey, accompanied by his Grand Staff, returned the Delaware visit to Armstrong Lodge No. 26 where they were received by Delaware's Grand Master. During the Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of F. & A.M. of New Jersey held in April 1980, Delaware's Grand Master was privileged to be able to make a contribution from the Delaware brethren to the Grand Master of New Jersey to aid in the construction of a chapel at the Masonic Home of New Jersey. The first association between what was later to become the states of Delaware and New Jersey was in the summer of 1609 when the English explorer, Henry Hudson, discovered the broad, shallow bay which he referred to as the South River. The following year Samuel Argall, a Virginia colonist, took refuge in the strange bay which he named after his governor, Lord De La Warr. Settlements began to spring up on both sides of the Delaware River and Bay, first by the Dutch in 1631, which was followed by the Swedes in 1638. By 1655, the Dutch again gained control which they maintained until 1664 when they were replaced by the English, who continued to exert their influence until the onset of the American Revolution. Thus, in the normal course of historical events, Delaware and New Jersey as adjoining states separated by their natural border, the Delaware River and Bay, had much in common and had developed a bond of friendship over their many years of close association during their periods of growth. By the time of the Revolutionary War, these bonds of friendship had been strengthened by that common tie which we now recognize as Masonic Brotherhood. New Jersey holds the distinction of being the home of the first known Freemason to come to America. In 1682, John Skene emigrated from Scotland where he had been made a Mason in Aberdeen Lodge sometime before the year 1670. New Jersey was also the home of Daniel Cox, who in 1730 received a deputation as the first Provincial Grand Master in America for the Provinces of New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania from the Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of F. & A.M., of England. Although there is no documentary evidence that Daniel Cox ever exercised his authority, the possibility does exist that he could have warranted the first lodge in Philadelphia as well as in New York. The first lodge to be chartered in New Jersey was St. John's Lodge No. I at Newark in 1761 by the Provincial Grand Master of New York. The second lodge was chartered by the Provincial Grand Master of New England as Temple Lodge No. I at Elizabethtown in 1762, although it existed for only a few years. The third lodge to be chartered in New Jersey, also from Boston, was St. John's Lodge of Princeton in 1765. The Charter Worshipful Master was Richard Stockton, a graduate of Princeton College and a prominent citizen of the State of New Jersey. Among the many high offices he held, he is best remembered as a member of the Continental Congress which drew up the Declaration of Independence and was one of the signers of this historic document. Although Delaware cannot boast of a Masonic signer, it was indeed fortunate in having its great patriot, Caesar Rodney, who rode over 80 storm-swept miles during the night from Dover to Philadelphia to cast his vote for independence, thus breaking a tie in the Delaware delegation and making it unanimous - 12 colonies in favor of separation from England and one abstention, New York. Beginning in 1765, Delaware and New Jersey would receive their Masonic Light from the same source, the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania. Masonic Light first came to Delaware with the chartering of Lodge No.5 at Odessa in 1765, the first lodge to be chartered by the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania outside their state. This was followed by Lodge No. 14 at Wilmington in 1769. In addition to these two Delaware lodges being chartered before the American Revolution, New Jersey was also to have Lodge No. 10 chartered at Baskinridge in 1767, all by the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania outside their state. These

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

3Se

three lodges continued to function during the Revolutionary War and all three were to take an active part in the formation of their respective Grand Lodges, New Jersey in 1786 and Delaware in 1806. During the Revolution, the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania would charter two more lodges in each state; Lodge No. 18 at Dover in 1775 and Lodge No. 33 at New Castle in 1781, both within the State of Delaware; as well as Lodge No. 23 at Middletown in 1779 and Lodge No. 32 at Burlington in 1781 in the State of New Jersey. Of the Delaware lodges, only Lodge No. 33 would survive to assist in the founding of the Grand Lodge of Delaware. Lodge No. 18 at Dover, however, raised 106 Masons during their 12-year history with at least 20 of their members serving as officers in the American Revolution, a claim which few Masonic lodges can equal. Of the two New Jersey lodges, No. 23 never made any returns to the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania while the members of Lodge No. 32 united with the members of Lodge No. 10 at Baskinridge in the formation of the Grand Lodge of New Jersey in 1786. Probably the most crucial period in the history of oUT country's struggle for freedom came as the fall and winter campaign of 1776 came to a close. The Americans, under the leadership of General Washington, had experienced nothing but one defeat after another, not to mention the many hardships they had endured. In response to Washington's appeal for volunteers to bolster his waning army, the Dover Light Infantry of Dover answered his call. This small Company, under the leadership of Captain Thomas Rodney, the younger brother of the Delaware patriot Caesar Rodney, was composed of only 35 men. Included in this number were five Brother Masons of Lodge No. 18, A.Y.M., one of whom was their Worshipful Master Lt. Mark McCall. Although they all crossed the Delaware River on that Christmas Night in 1776, they were prevented from participating in the first Battle of Trenton. They did take part in the second battle on January 2, 1777 even though it turned out to be only a brief exchange of gunfire. At the Battle of Princeton, the Dover Light Infantry along with a detachment of Pennsylvania militia battled an overpowering force of the enemy and were rallied by Washington himself as he rode to the front astride his powerful charger. Although the battle lasted only 15 minutes, 40 Americans gave their lives in the service oftheir country, including Brother and General Hugh Mercer of Virginia and Delaware's own native son and commander, Colonel John Haslet. The British, on the other hand, lost 400 men before they were able to flee from Princeton as the Americans entered and occupied Nassau Hall. A memento hangs in Union Lodge No.5 at Middletown to remind us of this response of the Delaware brethren to our country's call to duty in the State of New Jersey in the form of the only known Masonic Military Warrant issued to a British regiment serving in the American Revolution. It was picked up in the Battle of Princeton (January 3, 1777) and presumably brought home by a soldier and presented to the brethren of old Lodge No.5, A.Y.M., then located at Cantwell's Bridge. It was issued by the Grand Lodge of Scotland on November 21, 1771, as Unity Lodge No. 169 for a Regimental Lodge in His Britannic Majesty's 17th Regiment of Foot. This lodge also suffered the additional loss of one of their most prominent members, Bro. William Leslie, their Captain and Extra Major of Brigade. The Dover Light Infantry then participated in his burial in the graveyard at Pluckamin, New Jersey, with military and Masonic honors along with his American brethren before they returned to Delaware. In the latter part of August of the same year, 1777, Delawareans raised an alarm for help at the landing of 18,000 British troops in 266 ships in the upper Chesapeake Bay at the Head of Elk in nearby Maryland. In response General Washington, accompanied by Generals Greene and Lafayette, who had arrived in America only two months earlier, marched into Wilmington with 16,000 troops. On August 28, 1777, Washington organized a corps of Light Infantry chosen from his entire army and on August 30, placed this new brigade under the command of General William Maxwell of New Jersey. General Maxwell was born in Ireland and was a member of Military Lodge No. 19, A. Y.M., under the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania. He contin ued to serve in the Continental Army until 1780, which included the winter of 1777-78 at Valley Forge. Washington

36c

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

said of him, "I believe him to be an honest man, a warm friend to his country, and firmly attached to its interests." In the early morning hours of September 3, 1777, the Americans, under General Maxwell, opened fire as the British troops advanced along the road leading to Cooch's Bridge. After several brief skirmishes, the Americans were compelled to retreat as they were outnumbered by the enemy. Despite the incidental character of the skirmish at Cooch's Bridge, it has established the tradition, at least to Delawareans, that it was here where the Stars and Stripes were first carried in battle. The Battle of Cooch's Bridge was the forerunner of the Battle of Brandywine where Lafayette was to endear himself to all America when he was wounded in the leg as he attempted to rally the Continental Army in the disastrous battle. Next followed that devastating winter at Valley Forge which was the time that tried men's souls. Although the Delaware Regiment remained in Wilmington during the hardships of the Continentals at Valley Forge, Delaware was well represented by its unsung hero, Allen McLane, who was a member of Lodge No. 18, A.Y.M., at Dover. It was at Valley Forge that McLane established a reputation as a gallant soldier, the hero of dash, surprise, and daring. He definitely contributed to a much needed esprit de corps with his escapades as he and his men foraged the surrounding countryside for supplies. The sound of distress was next heard from the encampment at Morristown, New Jersey, by the Continental Army in the winter of 1778-79. Eight times as many soldiers were dying of fever than by wounds of battle. It was Delaware's Dr. James Tilton who diagnosed the fever as typhus and initiated the first isolation of the patients followed by disinfecting the air with the aid of creosote poured on the fires in their isolated units. It was at this time that Dr. Tilton's Code of Regulations for the Army Medical Department was written. He also commanded hospitals in Trenton and Princeton as well as several others in the course of the war. He was also appointed the first physician and surgeon general of the United States Army in the War of 1812 by his personal friend, James Madison, who was then president of the United States. Dr. Tilton was entered in Lodge No. 18, A.Y.M., at Dover, onJune 15, 1776 along with three of his fellow officers of the Delaware Regiment. OnJuly 9, 1776, he was both passed and raised as the regiment was departing the same day to join the Continental Army in Philadelphia. During the Revolutionary War, there were ten military lodges attached to the American Army. The first one to be chartered by the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania, after the evacuation of Philadelphia by the British forces, was Lodge No. 19 for the Pennsylvania Artillery on May 18, 1779, with Colonel Proctor as their Worshipful Master. While this was distinctly a Pennsylvania lodge, it had among its members many prominent men of New Jersey who later exercised considerable influence in the formation of the Grand Lodge of New Jersey. Another military lodge was Hiram's Delaware Regimental Lodge No. 30, A.Y.M., which was also chartered by the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania in the spring of 1780. Colonel David Hall was the Worshipful Master and Lieutenant George Purvis was the Secretary, both being members of Lodge No. 18 at Dover. This military lodge was short-lived as the Delawareans, in the disastrous Battle of Camden, South Carolina, which was fought on August 16, 1780, had their baggage captured by the British, including their warrant, jewels and records. On September 2, 1782, the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania chartered another military lodge, No. 36, A.Y.M., to be held at the respective cantonments of the New Jersey Brigade. The need for this lodge was brought about by the dispersion of the members of the Pennsylvania Military Loqge No. 19 which left the New Jersey members without any lodge or authority to hold Masonic Communications. The Rev. Andrew Hunter, D.D., Chaplain, was named as their Worshipful Master and, although the lodge existed for only a little over two years, he was publicly thanked by General George Washington for his valuable services at the Battle of Monmouth. Without question, the most famous of the ten military lodges during the American Revolution was American Union which was chartered by the Provincial Grand Lod~e of

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

37c

Massachusetts to the Connecticut Line in February 1776. A Delawarean, Colonel John Parke of Dover, and a member of Lodge No.5, A.Y.M., at Odessa, was elected their charter Senior Warden. Parke was first appointed Quartermaster General of the Continental Army in 1775 at the age of21 by General Washington. He later saw service at the battles of Trenton and Princeton as well as the winter encampment of 1777-78 at Valley Forge. The most historic meeting of American Union Lodge was held in New Jersey, at Morristown, on St.john's Day in December 1779. The lodge opened in Arnold's Tavern with 40 members and 64 visitors in attendance. Among those present were Generals George Washington, Mordecai Gist and William Maxwell as well as many other brethren serving with the Continental Army. A petition of the Grand Masters of all Provincial Grand Lodges in the United States was presented by General Gist proposing the formation of a National Grand Lodge with Bro. George Washington as National Grand Master. The petition was unanimously approved at a meeting the following January, but later blocked by the Provincial Grand Lodge of Massachusetts, not because they opposed the idea, but out of a belief that the Craft should wait until the country was settled and at peace before undertaking so radical a change. By the year 1786, peace had descended upon the new nation and efforts were being exerted to establish a democratic form of government which would unite the 13 American colonies into one United States of America. This was also the year that the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania declared itself independent of the Grand Lodge of England, A.Y.M., on September 25, which induced the members of New Jersey to form their own Grand Lodge. There were by that time only two lodges working in the State of New Jersey, both of which had previously been chartered by the former Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania; Burlington No. 32, since] 78], and Baskinridge No. 10, since 1767. On December 18, ] 786, 50 Freemasons gathered at New Brunswick to form the Grand Lodge of New Jersey, electing David Brearley, ChiefJustice of New Jersey, as their first Grand Master, a position he continued to serve until his death in 1790. In the year] 787, the Constitutional Convention was held in Philadelphia and Grand Master David Brearley served as a delegate from New Jersey along with Bro. Jonathan Dayton of Lodge No. I at Elizabethtown and Bro. William Paterson of Lodge No.5 at Trenton. Delaware also had three Masonic delegates at the Convention who signed that historic document, the United States Constitution. The first was Gunning Bedford,Jr., Federal Judge for Delaware, a member of Lodge No. 14 at Wilmington, and later to be elected Delaware's first Grand Master when their Grand Lodge was formed on June 6-7, ] 806, a position he continued to serve until 1809. The other two Delaware delegates were John Dickinson of Lodge No. 18 at Dover, who also served as Governor of both Delaware and Pennsylvania; and Jacob Broom of Lodge No. 14 at Wilmington, who two weeks before the Battle of Brandywine drew a map of the area for the use of General Washington. Thus, under four flags, from our colonial origin to the establishment ofour nation, the citizens of two neighboring states, New Jersey and Delaware, have offered their help, aid, and assistance to each other during the periods of adversity, war, peace, and prosperity. On numerous occasions, these citizens have been brethren of our Masonic Fraternity, thus having strengthened the bond of friendship to that of Brotherhood, which is truly the Mystic Tie of Freemasonry. This Mystic Tie has con tin ued in to our twentieth century as evidenced in 1918 when Past Grand Master Josiah W. Ewan of New Jersey was made the second Honorary Past Grand Master of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Delaware. When he was Grand Master of New Jersey in 1898-1899, the Masonic Homeof New Jersey was established. He was followed in 1926 by Past Grand Master Frank C. Sayrs of New Jersey, who was made the third Honorary Past Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Delaware. During his term as Grand Master of New Jersey in 1923, a new boys' dormitory was built at New jersey's Masonic Home and the old one remodeled. Considering the fact that the first of five brothers to be so honored by Delaware was Marquis de Lafayette on.J uly 25, 1825,

38e

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

serves as a testimony of the high esteem the Masons of New Jersey are held by those of Delaware. Although the river and bay separate us, the Mystic Tie of brotherly love unites us. Let us continue to fulfill our Masonic obligations by being active participants in the quarries of Freemasonry in our respective jurisdictions as we reflect upon the thought so beautifully expressed by the poet: "Life is a book in volumes three, The past, the present, the yet to be. The first is finished and laid away; The second we are writing, day by day. The third and last of the volumes three, Is locked from sight; God keeps the key." This is that Mystic Tie which binds Freemasons together in a Brotherhood of men under the Fatherhood of God. JAMES H. HUTCHINS, P.G.M. Grand Historian 10/2/80

INDIAN DEGREE TEAM CALIFORNIA: The Grand Master of California comments on the famous Indian Degree Team from Oklahoma: Another event which occurred in June of this year very clearly demonstrates that borders and jurisdictions do not even exist when the spirit of unity prevails. I refer to the Oklahoma Indian Outdoor Degree held in Brea, California, June 6, sponsored by Camellia Lodge No. 805 of Temple City. I have never seen the tenets of Masonry more proudly displayed! There on a dusty baseball diamond, in the blazing afternoon sun, 2,500 Masons joined their hearts and their minds in a day of true Masonic fellowship. Two completely different jurisdictions became as one under the influence of Brotherly Love and understanding. We were indeed united!

IRAN SOUTH CAROLIN A: The following report on Iran was given to the Grand Lodge of South Carolina: The Commission reports that Freemasonry in Iran may have been completely destroyed. It reports that all of the lodges under the Grand Lodge of Iran have been closed and that the Masons who were not able to escape from the country have been persecuted and some of them have been executed. The report stated further that until there is a change in the revolutionary government ruled by the Ayatollah Khomeini there is little possibility for the revival of Freemasonry in that country. The Commission warned that a number of lodges in the United States have been approached by Iranians who desired to affiliate with the lodges or in some cases receive the Fellow Craft or Master's Degrees. Your Committee advises that should you be contacted by any person requesting courtesy work which deviates from the normal procedure, you should contact the Grand Master immediately.

JEWELS AND MEDALS NEBRASKA: The following was adopted by the Grand Lodge of Nebraska: We move that a new section be added to the By-Laws of this Grand Lodge as follows in Chapter VII, Property:

Sec. 2路709 - OWNERSHIP OF JEWELS - Effective with the adoption of this by-law, the Past Grand Master's Jewels and the Gold Jordan Medal shall be and remain the property of the Grand Lodge, and shall be returned to the Grand Lodge

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

39c

upon the death of the wearer. The name of each wearer shall be perpetuated on the Past Grand Master's Jewel. Motion carried.

NEW HAMPSHIRE: The Grand Lodge of New Hampshire has a problem of disposing of its Bicentennial Medals. The Committee reported: In the report of M.W. Bro. David L. Batchelder, delivered at the Annual Communication of this Grand Lodge on May 17, 1980, he recommended that the Bicentennial Medals in possession of the Grand Lodge be sold, and the proceeds applied to the fund for the celebration of our Two Hundredth Anniversary in 1989. Just prior to his recommendation, the precious metal market took a drastic drop, and has not as yet recovered. Inquiries have been made with firms dealing in sterling silver, which is the metal used in most of the Bicentennial Medals we now have on hand, and when the market recovers substantially enough to make the move financially attractive, the medals will be disposed of with the strict understanding that they will be melted down for the precious metal content only, and not sold intact. This will preserve the integrity of those medals sold thus far, particularly those in the sets of three. The bronze medals were removed from many of the sets and made available to our members at the same price they sold for in the early 1970's, $3.00 each. There are still some available as well as numbered sterling silver medals at $15.00 each, and numbered sets containing a bronze medal, a sterling silver medal and a vermeil finished sterling silver medal for $50.00. Our thanks to those District Deputy Grand Masters who promoted the sale of these medals during their visitations last fall, and in particular, Bro. H. Stanley Wilson whose efforts account for the greatest amount of sales which will show in the report of the Grand Treasurer.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS CALIFORNIA: Cass Hare, State Deputy ofthe Knights of Columbus, at the invitation of the Grand Master, addressed the Grand Lodge of California: At the invitation previously extended by the Grand Master, Mr. Cass Hare, State Deputy of the Knights of Columbus, was escorted into Grand Lodge and addressed those in attendance. The theme of his message was that the basic precepts of his organization and the Masonic Fraternity are very similar. Both strive to drive out evil from our country and fill it with good. The Knights of Columbus and the Masons share a common causeunity without uniformity and that this unity must remain steadfast now and forever. A standing ovation was accorded his inspirational message.

LANDMARKS ARIZONA: The Grand Lodge of Arizona adopted the following resolutions relative to its authority, without stated landmarks: WHEREAS, The Grand Lodge of Arizona does not subscribe to any listing of "Ancient Landmarks," and WHEREAS, Mention of such in this section can be misleading and confuse the issue of authority, and WHEREAS, The derivation of its powers ought to be clearly delineated without question, Now, Therefore Be It Resolved, That the words "by a strict adherence to the Ancient Landmarks of the Order, and" be deleted from Section 6. Section 6 will then read: Section 6. The Grand Lodge is the Supreme Masonic Power and Authority in Arizona, possessing all the attributes of sovereignty and government -legislative, executive, and judicial-limited only by the provisions of its own Constitution and Regulations.

40c

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

WHEREAS, The Grand Lodge of Arizona does not subscribe to any listing of "Ancient Landmarks," and WHEREAS, Mention of such in this section can be misleading and cause confusion in the administration of Masonic justice, Now, Therefore Be It Resolved, That the words "the Ancient Landmarks ofthe Order, or" be deleted from Section 129. Section 129 will then read: Section 129. For any violation of the Constitution or Regulations of the Grand Lodge, of the by-laws of his lodge, or of any portion ofthe Masonic or moral law, a member, or any other Mason within the jurisdiction of a lodge, may be reprimanded, suspended, or expelled, in the manner provided in Sec. 158. (See Dec. 57, 59,91.)

NEVADA: Bro. Robert]. Fox presented the report of the Nevada Lodge of Research on the subject of Landmarks and received a standing ovation for his efforts: LANDMARKS I can still remember the great elation I experienced on the evening I was raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason. The congratulations of all the members present, the handshaking and good wishes and the sincere friendliness expressed to me as well as the reflection and bewilderment of the degree were a wonder-filled experience. One I have never forgotten! I remember the lodge secretary, Past Master Archie Nixon, pressing into my hands at the closing of the lodge, a copy - my copy - of the lodge bylaws - a brand new 1878 copy of the standard Masonic Monitor by George E. Simons, with many useful additions by Robert Macoy, 33째, revised in 1899 by R.W. William H. Whiting, 32째, Grand Lecturer, and W. William Harkness, 32째, Assistant Grand Lecturer of the Grand Lodge of New York, and a fresh new copy of the Ancient Landmarks of Freemasonry of the State of Nevada - as approved by the Grand Lodge of Nevada at the eighth Annual Communication, September A.L. 5872. I remember thinking, now here is something solid I can really get into. It was a Friday night and I went home after the refreshments in the banquet room, and I began to read the monitor and the bylaws and the landmarks until early morning. Later, all the books in the lodge library, then those I could borrow, then I began to purchase Masonic books and began to create my own library. I know what I have read and studied have led me to the conclusion that we Masons have been asked to believe a great deal of legend, ancient customs, usages, practices and particuklrs which, under careful study and close examination, retire quietly into the haze and concealment mists of time immemorial. I do not find this frustrating or confounding. I find in Masonic studies, it is better for me to understand the questions rather than find the answers. To arrive at landmarks, we begin with history and, in particular, the history of law. Lawmaking is the history of civilization since the world legal systems helped shape the law of the western world today. King Hammurabi of Babylon produced a famous system of law around 1700 B.C. The Hittites adopted similar ideas and created their own well-known legal system. The Sumerians, the Babylonians, the Assyrians and other peoples of Mesopotamia greatly influenced the laws of the world around them through the earliest writing systems. Most law systems of the Near East consisted of case laws. The decisions reached in actual cases. It was the "King's Word" that was binding. His decree in a specific case was binding and final. God introduced his law by saying that "He chose Israel to be a nation with its own lands, and instructed his chosen people how to live in harmony with him." This was the message of the Commandments. God, over the generations, revealed the Exodus, "Book of the Covenant," the Deuteronomic Code, and the Holiness Code of Leviticus contained in our

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

41c

"Volume of Sacred Law." Almost all Grand Lodges recognize this universal landmark with the exception of a few in Europe. Let's move closer to home. Roman law, with the ultimate sovereignty in the Roman people, began as a republic. The Roman people prospered, became too busy to administer affairs of state, and delegated their authority to the Emperor. Law was then enacted by the power vested in the Emperor. He heard cases and issued decrees. Under the Roman system, there were magistrates,judges and arbitrators chosen for specific cases, with appeal to the Emperor a possibility. In the Roman Empire, "An Edict" was a general, administrative law. The Emperor, having all the power of the Roman people vested in him, was the final determination. English law is based upon Roman law. Masonic law is based upon English law: In particular, "The Old Constitutions," "The Old Charges," and the landmarks. Freemasonry has been very skillfully built around more than a hundred old manuscripts. The "Old Charges" are the substance and the source of the Ancient Landmarks. We have been asked to "Believe" in these "Landmarks of the Craft" from which comes much of our ancient usages, customs and some of our ritual. These landmarks are the articles of faith of the craftsman. The Regius Manuscript is the oldest and was written about A.D. 1390. It is a poem of moral duties and bears internal evidence of being a copy of a much older manuscript. It specified, among other things, a candidate for Freemasonry must be freeborn, and should be of gentle kind. Regius also reverences womanhood and warns against adultery. It also mentions four oaths required: Be no thief, be truthful, keep all the oaths, do not aid a thief. The Regius ends with "Amen, amen, so mote it be, we say so all with charity." The Cooke MS is the second oldest, being written in the first part of the 15th Century. It is similar to the Regius in "The Taking of Apprentices." The word, hele (pronounced "hail") appears for the first time, Masonically. It is the old English for "cover" or "conceal." This manuscript also forbids "improper relationships with a Mason's wife or daughter," to be never a thief or consort with thieves, and again ends with, "Amen, so mote it be." Masonic lodges open and close with prayer. Grand Lodge Manuscript No. I dated December 25, 1583, begins with a solemn and very beautiful prayer. Following the prayer is the ritualistic instruction found in most of the old charges, "That one of the seniors holds 'the book' while the candidate places his hand upon it, as the 30 charges of a Mason are read to him." The Buchannon MS dated 1660-1680 has these words: "These charges that you have received you shall well and truly keep, not disclosing the secrecy of our lodge to man, woman or child, stick or stone, thing moveable or unmoveable, so help you God and His holy doom. Amen." Sound familiar? The Harris MS of the second half of the 17th Century has the phrase, "After the oath taken and the book kist. ..." "The right hand" is the first specified in the late 17th Century, Colne MS No.1, "Held for him by a senior member. He received a reading of the articles binding on all brethren, his right hand on the book, a short oath, and the obligation of secrecy. And then the secrets," whatever they may have been, were communicated to him. The Chetwood Crawley, about 1730, MS, must have been written shortly after the Master Mason ceremony was fully developed in the then new Grand Lodge. "All apprentices were removed from the lodge, only Masters remained, the Master Candidate was admitted, took the oath, was taken out, instructed by the youngest Master present. Coming into the lodge, he again gave the proper sign and word for admission. Then the Lodge assembled, whispered "The Word" beginning with the youngest present. The candidate placed himself properly to receive the word and grip from the Master Mason and also all the Masons, which is all done to "make a perfect Mason...." The Cooke MS, the second oldest document, the first part of the 15th Century and the Dowland MS (1550) both briefly relate the building of Solomon's Temple. But no manuscript of the authentic "Old Manuscripts" or "The Old Constitutions" as they are

42c

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

called, that date before the formation of the Grand Lodge give any account ofthe story ofthe master builder, as we know it. I listed and worked through 31 "Old Manuscripts." All reveal certain old customs and usages of the Craft which we use and understand today. These are the very documents which were used, shortly after the formation of the Mother Grand Lodge in 1717, by Dr. James Anderson to prepare a compiled, written version for the use of the Grand Lodge. Dr. James Anderson, as chairman, called together a number of the best-informed brethren and began to analyze, compare and collate these time-honored documents for inclusion in the book. It was finished in 1723, officially read to the Grand Lodge, was approved and returned to Dr. Anderson for publication. Although the book is called "Anderson's Constitutions," it was indeed underwritten by the Grand Lodge, approved by it and published by it. So actually, the United Grand Lodge was its author. And then - there it is, on page 70: Regulation No. 39 (sound familiar?) it is the last one and states, "every annual Grand Lodge has an inherant power and authority to make new regulations, or to alter these, for the real benefit of their Ancient Fraternity: provided, always, that the old landmarks be carefully preserved. Our Ancient Landmarks you are carefully to preserve and never suffer them to be infringed, nor are you to countenance any deviation from our established customs." From time immemorial to the written reference in the Constitutipns of 1723 of the mother Grand Lodge, to 1858 when Albert G. Mackey, the great Masonic jurist and authority, listed 25 fundamental principles as the true landmarks of Freemasonry. The trail continues. Mackey's ideas of what constitute the essential qualities of a landmark: (I) antiquity, (2) universality, and (3) irrevocability - are still respected. This definition excludes from the classification of landmark, any principle which is any two, but not the third. They must contain the three.

LIBRARY AND MUSEUM KANSAS: The Grand Lodge of Kansas has found some valuable books which are now placed in a vault in the Grand Lodge Library and can only be read there. During the recataloguing, 54 volumes were found within the collection dating from 1698. With the assistance of the House of the Temple, Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of the Southern J urisdication, we did determine these books to be very valuable and have, therefore, placed them in the vault of the Grand Lodge Building. Their use can be had only at the Grand Lodge Building.

Including these new finds, the Grand Lodge of Kansas has some 15,000 volumes on many and varied subjects. These will become more valuable as time passes. MICHIGAN: The Grand Lodge of Michigan established a Masonic Foundation for the purpose of providing a means by which the Masonic Fraternity in Michigan can practice charity in the public sector. The Foundation has under development a scholarship program for deserving students. To support the Foundation a solicitation program to organizations and individuals is under way. A special Grand Master's Award will be made to anyone or any organization that contributes $100 or more. A lapel pin will be presented to individuals who make such a contribution and a certificate to an organization. The Grand Master said: The Foundation is also organized to own and operate a Masonic Museum and Library devoted to Freemasonry in the state, nation, and world. The Foundation is able to accept

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

43c

tax-deductible gifts for a library and museum open to the general public. On a number of occasions, Wor. Bro.]. Fairbairn Smith, Sr. has addressed this Grand Lodge promoting the establishment of such a Foundation so that he might present his personal library to the Masons of Michigan. Acting as President of the Masonic Foundation of Michigan, I solicited Brother Smith in regard to his proposed gift. The Board of Trustees are desirous and hopeful that Brother Smith will present this most generous gift to the Foundation, and thus make a Masonic Library a reality in the State of Michigan.

LIFE MEMBERSHIP Many jurisdictions have adopted or are considering the adoption of a life membership program. It does have many advantages. Those with life memberships will never be on the SNPD rolls of the Grand Lodge. More life memberships will help the lodge secretaries with dues collections. This day of affluence is probably the best time to sell life memberships. MICHIGAN: The following is the prepaid or life membership program in the Grand Lodge of Michigan: PREPAIIl LIFE MEMBERSHIP

Key 4-25, Section 60. A lodge may sell a Prepaid Life Membership to any of its members in good standing under the following conditions and regulations: (A) A member who desires to purchase a Prepaid Life Membership, hereinafter called "MEMBERSHIP," shall submit an application, on a form furnished by the Grand Secretary, along with the required payment to the Secretary of his lodge who shall issue a receipt therefor. (B) The cost of a MEMBERSHIP shall be the amount of the annual dues of the member's lodge plus the Grand Lodge Per Capita plus the Masonic Home Assessment plus any other charges peculiar to the member's lod~e multiplied by the factor in the following schedule corresponding to the age of the member as of the date of the member's application.

Age of Member

20-29 30-39 40-44 ., 45-49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68

Age of Factor

20.0 19.0 18.5 18.0 17.5 17.0 16.7 16.4 16.0 15.6 15.3 14.9 14.6 14.3 14.0 13.7 13.4 13.1 12.8 12.5 12.2 11.9 11.6

Member

69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90

Factor

11.3 11.0 10.7 10.4 10.1 9.8 9.5 "............... 9.2 8.9 8.6 8.3 8.0 7.8 7.6 7.4 7.2 7.0 6.8 6.6 6.4 6.2 6.0

44c

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

(C) After first deducting the lodge dues, Grand Lodge Per Capita and Masonic Home Assessment for one year, the lodge Secretary shall then immediately transmit the application and remainder of the payment to the Grand Secretary. The retained funds are to be used to pay for the respective items for the year beginning with the effective date of the MEMBERSHIP. (D) Upon receipt of the application and payment by the Grand Secretary, he shall issue a certificate of MEMBERSHIP to the member. (E) The effective date of the MEMBERSH IP shall beJanuary 1 following the date that payment is received by the Grand Secretary. (F) On or beforeJanuary 1 of each year after the effective dateofthe MEMBERSHIP, the Secretary of the member's lodge shall issue the regular official dues card to the member with his status as a Prepaid Life Member indicated thereon. (G) All monies received by the Grand Secretary for the sale of MEMBERSHIPS shall be placed in a special fund of the Grand Lodge to be known as the PREPAID LIFE MEMBERSHIP FUND, hereinafter called "FUND." (H) The FUND shall be under the control of the Grand Lodge Board of Directors and shall be invested by the Grand Lodge Finance Committee pursuant to Grand Lodge regulations governing the investment of funds. (I) All monies contributed to the FUND by a participating lodge prior to November 1 of each year shall be credited to that lodge as of January 1 of the year immediately following for the purpose of determining the participating lodge's share of the total FUND. On January 1 of each year the total shares of all participating lodges shall be determined based upon the total of all monies paid into the FUND by the respective lodges since its inception. (K) As of December 31 of each year the total income from invested funds less expenses shall be determined. Deductions shall then be made for Grand Lodge Per Capita to be credited to the Grand Lodge General Fund and for the Masonic Home Assessment to be credited to the Masonic Home Fund, both based upon the number of Prepaid Life Members of record as of the preceding January 1. After the foregoing deductions, the remainder of the income from invested funds shall be distributed to the participating lodges, by February 15, based upon their respective shares as determined in paragraph "1" above. (L) No deductions for Per Capita or Masonic Home Assessment shall be made during periods of unaffiliation, suspension or expulsion. (M) No refund shall be made from the FUND to any person for any reason. (N) Under no circumstance shall any lodge gratuitously pay into the FUND for, or on behalf of, any person or purchase a MEMBERSHIP, except that a lodge may grant a Life Membership in compliance with Key 4-25, Section 53. (0) MEMBERSHIPS issued in accordance with these Regulations shall entitle the purchasers thereof to all of the rights and privileges of Life Membership as defined in the Blue Book of Masonic Law. (P) If a member having a Prepaid Life Membership from a lodge in this Grand Jurisdiction transfers his membership to another lodge in this Grand Jurisdiction his Prepaid Life Membership shall be deemed to be transferred to the receiving lodge as of the date of issuance of the Transfer Certificate. The original sum credited to the FUND from the transferring lodge on behalf of the transferring member shall then be transferred to the credit of the receiving lodge in determining the distribution of shares in the FUND. The Secretary of the transferring lodge shall remit to the Secretary of the receiving lodge the unearned portion of the revenue received from the FUND for the current year.

REASONS: This plan would allow a member to prepay his dues when he can best afford to do so. It would tend to reduce the number of members lost to Masonry due to nonpayment of dues. It would continue to benefit the lodges through a small legacy even after the death of a participating member.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

45c

PREPAID DUES

MINNESOTA: The Minnesota Plan: WHEREAS, There is a strong desire by many of the brothers to have a plan whereby they could prepay their total lifetime dues; and WHEREAS, Such a plan would benefit a subordinate lodge in a number of ways:

1st - by reducing the number of members dropped each year for nonpayment of dues. 2nd - upon the death of a brother, his prepaid dues would become a legacy (a living trust) returning earnings to his lodge for all time. 3rd - reducing the need for increasing dues, and could, in time, completely eliminate the need to ever increase dues for all members; and WHEREAS, A brother would benefit by allowing him to prepay his dues when he can best afford to do so, and at a fraction of the total annual dues he would ordinarily pay in his lifetime. It would assure him that he would never have to pay any dues increase; and WHEREAS, To accomplish all of the above without loss in dues to the respective subordinate lodges or loss of per capita to the Grand Lodge. Now Therefore Be It Resolved, That the following be added to Article XII, Section 3.130 as a new subsection, and that other Articles and Sections of the General Regulations of the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Minnesota, as may be in conflict herewith, be amended to conform with the following new section.

Section A - General 1. The title or name of this plan shall be: "Prepaid Dues Fund" of the Grand Lodge of Minnesota (hereinafter referred to as the "Fund"). 2. The Fund to be operated and administered within a framework of such Regulations as may be adopted by this Grand Lodge. 3. A Prepaid Dues Committee to be established for the purpose of supervising the operation of the Fund, under the direction of the Board of Corporate Trustees of this Grand Lodge. 4. The Board of Corporate Trustees of this Grand Lodge to control all matters concerning investments made in the name of the Fund, accounting procedures and disbursements as such may affect this Fund subject to approval by the Grand Lodge and except as limited hereinafter. 5. Any matter that might arise that is not specifically covered by Regulations, is to be disposed of in a manner directed by the Grand Master. Section B - Eligibility 1. Any Master Mason, who is in good standing in any lodge chartered by this Grand Lodge, may become a participant in this Fund. Section C - Cost of Prepaid Membership 1. The entire cost of purchase of a prepaid membership is to be as established by application of a formula for determining the cost. 2. The formula to relate the amount of the member's annual dues in his home lodge to that member's age at his nearest birthday at the time of application for prepaid membership. 3. The cost of prepaid membership shall be determined from the following formula: SCHEDL:LE FOR DETERMJ:-.lJ!':(; COST FACTOR

Age 18-55

57 58 59

Factor 14.5 14.2 13.9 13.6 13.3

. 13.0

61 62

12.7 12.4

63 64

12.1 11.8

46c Age 65 66

Factor 11.5 11.2

67 69 70 71

10.9 10.6 10.3 10.0 9.7

9.4

1982

A MASONIC REVIEW Age

Factor

73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 up

9.1 8.8 8.5 8.2 7.9 7.6 7.3 7.0

In addition to the cost as determined by dues times factor, an applicant for prepaid dues shall pay an additional sum as follows: If Bought In January February March April May June July August September October November December

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

Add Percent of J Year Dues None 10 20 30

40 50 60 70 80 90 100 100

Or add to factor None .1 .2 .3 .4

.5 .6 .7 .8 .9 1.0 1.0

The above makes the total cost the same regardless of the month it is purchased in. 4. The Grand Lodge shall annually record the average dues from all lodges. When such average dues increase during a year, and the net worth of the Fund at the close of such year has decreased by 10 percent or more, the formula factor shall increase by one half of the percentage of the average dues increase percentage. The Grand Lodge shall require each subordinate lodge to enclose a financial operating statement with their annual report.

Section D - Procedure of Application for Prepaid Membership 1. The member must submit an application on a form furnished by the Grand Lodge along with the required payment to the Secretary of his lodge, who shall issue a receipt therefor. 2. All checks shall be made payable to, "Prepaid Dues Fund - Grand Lodge of Minnesota." 3. The Secretary of the lodge shall then immediately transmit the application and payment to the Grand Lodge Secretary.

Section E - Effective Date of a Prepaid Membership 1. Fund Membership is to be effective with the date that payment is received by the Grand Secretary.

Section F - Effect of Prepaid Membership on an individual member 1. Upon the receipt of the application and payment by the Grand Lodge, a "Certificate of Prepaid Dues" will be issued, to the individual member, certifying that he is a Prepaid Member. 2. On or before February 1 of each year the year in which application was made to the member's lodge, the Fund shall pay the current dues of the prepaid member to that lodge or lodges. If a lodge increases its dues, payment from the fund shall be limited to 10 percent increase of dues per year until the total increase is reached. The Grand Master and the Corporate Trustees may authorize a larger increase.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

47c

3. On or before January 1 of each year after the effective date of the application for prepaid membership, the Secretary of the lodge shall issue the regular and official dues card without any special designation. 4. In the event of a member's affiliation with another lodge in this Grand Jurisdiction that member may then: a. Retain his Prepaid Membership in his former lodge and pay the regular dues to the affiliated lodge as a dual member; or b. May apply for Prepaid Membership in the affiliated lodge as a new Prepaid Dual Member, while retaining his previous Prepaid Membership, or c. Request a dimit from his former lodge, and request that the Fund pay the affiliated lodge the dues amount to which he was entitled, and if the dues in the affiliated lodge are greater than the amount of payment made by the Fund, the member may pay the difference annually, or may pay an additional amount, according to the current schedules, to the Prepaid Membership Fund, and receive a fully prepaid membership in the affiliated lodge. 5. No dues shall be paid by the Fund for a Prepaid Member who is not an affiliated member in a lodge of this Grand Jurisdiction. 6. No refund shall be made from the Fund to any person for any reason. 7. In event of a lodge being consolidated with another lodge, the Fund shall pay those prepaid members' dues in the amount to which they were entitled, in the now defunct lodge, to such consolidated lodge, on or before February 1 of each year. a. In the event the dues in the consolidated lodge are greater than the dues that were paid to the now defunct lodge, the prepaid member may pay the difference annually; or b. The prepaid member may pay an additional amount, according to the current cost schedule to the Prepaid Dues Fund, and receive a fully prepaid membership in the consolidated lodge. 8. In the event a prepaid member dimits from a lodge and affiliates with another lodge with lesser dues, the Fund shall pay the lesser amount of dues to the prepaid member's affiliated lodge. 9. In the event a lodge decreases its annual dues, the Fund shall pay the lesser amount of dues to that lodge. 10. In the event a lodge surrenders its Charter, the Fund shall not be liable to pay the dues of the prepaid member of such lodge until those prepaid members have affiliated with another lodge in the Grand Jurisdiction.

Section G - Effect of Prepaid Membership on the Lodge 1. The administration of the Fund being vested with the Grand Lodge, the subordinate lodges can exercise no control over the Fund. 2. The Fund shall annually remit the prepaid member's dues, and the lodge Secretary shall annually, issue the regular and official dues card, without special designation. 3. No prepaid member is exempt from a "Punitive Action" by his lodge. He is therefore, subject to disciplinary action as is any other member. 4. The lodge is required to pay the "Per Capita," on all prepaid members. 5. A record is to be maintained of their prepaid members by each lodge. 6. Under no circumstances shall any lodge gratuitously pay into the prepaid dues Fund for, or on behalf of any person, or purchase a prepaid membership. Section H - Administration of the Fund by the Grand Lodge 1. All elements of Section A are to apply. 2. All amounts received into the Fund must remain segregated from all other monies of the Grand Lodge. 3. Investments of all monies are to be made in the name of the Fund and for the benefit of the Fund.

48c

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

4. A record is to be maintained on each individual member who becomes a prepaid member. 5. All monies shall be irtvested only in the following: a. Banks, b. Savings and Loan Associations, c. Federally guaranteed funds, d. And in such safe, first-class interest-bearing securities and common and preferred stocks as may be selected by the Board of Corporate Trustees. 6. Dues of all prepaid members are to be paid by the Fund to each lodge on or before February 1 of each year for those prepaid members of record on December 31 of the preceding calendar year. 7. No dues shall be paid by the Fund for any prepaid member during periods of non-affiliation, suspension or expulsion. 8. Upon the death of a prepaid member, the Fund shall pay to a deceased member's lodge a percentage return on the amount paid in by such deceased member, the percentage paid shall not be less than one-half of the current year's earnings rate. 9. The Board of Corporate Trustees may deduct $5.00 from the initial remittance, and thereafter a sum equal to 5 percent maximum per year for administration costs on the payouts from the Fund. Such costs to be transferred from the Fund on or before the closing of the year. 10. Standard accounting practices shall be followed in the maintenance of the records of the Fund with the following specific records to be kept: a. Total receipts from each lodge for: l. Each year. 2. An accumulative total since the inception of the Fund. The accumulative total to be all amounts paid by all prepaid members. b. Total receipts from sources other than lOa for each year. c. Total disbursements from the Fund to each lodge for each year. d. Total disbursements for administration costs for each year. e. Net value of the Fund for each year. II. The board of Corporate Trustees shall each year review the operation of the Fund and make any recommendation deemed necessary and desirable, to the Grand Lodge at its Annual Communication. 12. In addition to the required payment of dues each year and payment to lodges for deceased members as is provided under Section H, Subsection 8, the Board of Corporate Trustees shall make recommendations to the Grand Lodge at its Annual Communication, regarding distribution of the surplus assets from the fund. The Board of Corporate Trustees shall specifically make recommendations regarding distribution when the following condition exists: a. The Fund has an excess of assets and investment income necessary to meet its projected obligations. 13. Each lodge having prepaid members shall retain a vested interest in the net value of the Fund. Any reduction in the Net Value of the Fund, as may be established each year by the Board of Corporate Trustees, by the distribution of excess assets, shall be made to those lodges, based upon the monies paid in by each lodge against the total monies paid in by all lodges since the inception of the Fund. The effective date of this amendment to be January I, 1982. Respectfully submitted: HE~RY V A~GEEST, Chairman, Board of Custodians JEROME J. MELBY, D.R. No.7

NEW MEXICO: The Grand Lodge of New Mexico adopted a rather complex Perpetual Membership Endowment Fund. It is growing rapidly and should be of great benefit to the Craft in that jurisdiction.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

49c

LIQUOR MISSISSIPPI: The Grand Lodge of Mississippi received this as a partial report of its Committee on Jurisprudence: QUESTION: Can we keep a Mason on our roll whose wife has taken out a permit to sell whiskey at a restaurant or snack bar she is planning to open? He has a regularjob at a motor parts company five and one-half days per week and will not be a part of her regular employees. ANSWER: Section 28 of the Rules and Regulations, adopted in 1978 (See Proceedings, page 116) provides in part: No lodge shall initiate, pass, raise, accept or retain in membership any candidate, non-affiliate or member, who is an habitual drunkard, or one who is engaged in selling, manufacturing, or furnishing whiskey or other spirituous, malt, vinous or other intoxicating liquors, or one who holds any position, either as principal or employee, in a firm or corporation engaged in such sale or manufacture. A Mason who holds a license or permit which authorizes him to sellar dispense any beverage containing more than three and two-tenths percent of alcohol by weight is subject to trial. This rule reinforces and clarifies other Statutes, Rules and Decisions long in effect in this Grand Lodge. It is noted that the man in question has "a regular job five and one-half days per week and will not be a part of her (his wife's) regular employees." The inference here seems to be that although not a "regular" employee he might at times assist his wife on weekends or at other special times. It is generally held that one person, or individual, ought not to be held responsible for the actions of another person or individual. However, there is no closer relationship possible than that existing between the two individuals here concerned - that of husband and wife. It is hard to conceive of something benefitting one that would not likewise benefit the other; or something that concerns one that does not concern the other. The facts of the case will have to be determined by the lodge and the answers to at least three questions will have to be reached. These are: 1. Will the husband so regularly and continuously absent himself from the premises, especially on weekends, that under no circumstances could it properly be said that he does not assist his wife in the operation of the business? 2. Is any investment of money or other valuables belonging in whole or in part to the husband involved in the business? 3. Will the husband benefit in any financial way - either directly or indirectly - from whatever income or profit may accrue to the business? A common holding in law - and certainly in \-lasonic law - is that one may not do indirectly that which he is forbidden to do directly. No subterfuge may be employed to obviate the provisions of law, whether Of not so intended. For us to hold otherwise would, we feel, violate the spirit and intent of the law and would establish a precedent that would lead to the grave injury of the Institution of Freemasonry in this State.

TENNESSEE: The Grand Master of Tennessee said he issued Executive Order No. 1-81 which was questioned by a poten tate:. In October 1981, I issued an Executive Order governing the use of alcoholic beverages. This was brought about when I was informed one of our Shrine Temples had applied for a beer license to be used at the temple. Brethren, it troubles me to think that a Master Mason would take offense to this Order. We have been taught as Entered Apprentices "that the credit of the institution into which you are now admitted depends upon the conduct of individual members." The world will

SOc

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

')udge the tree by its fruit." As Master Masons we were charged "to preserve unsullied the reputation of the Fraternity should be your constant care; never indulge in those excesses which may degrade your character or dishonor your profession." I am afraid some of our members have their priorities in the wrong place, and maybe they should refamiliarize themselves with the charges of the three degrees. One Potentate was under the impression the Grand Lodge and the Grand Master had no authority to issue or enforce such directives. 1 cautioned him not to violate this Order and informed him if he did so 1 would have no choice except to prefer charges against him. His response to this was, words to the effect, "we'll just have to see what happens." The order was violated and 1 have preferred charges of unmasonic conduct against him, which charges are pending.

The Executive Order referred to above read as follows: EXECUTIVE ORDER 1';0.

1-81

To the Potentates, divan officers, and members of the Shrine Temples located within the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of Tennessee. Subject: Regulations governing the use of alcoholic beverages, wine and beer, in and around Shrine Temples and Shrine Club facilities and public places. By the authority vested in me as Grand Master of Masons in Tennessee, you are hereby directed to observe the following rules regarding the use of alcoholic beverages, wine and beer, in and around Shrine Temples, Shrine Clubs and in public places. 1. Absolutely no alcoholic beverages, wine or beer, will be sold or served on the premises of Shrine Temples, Unit Rooms or Shrine Clubs. 2. No bar is to be used for the dispensing of any alcoholic beverages, wine or beer, on the premises of any Shrine Temple, Unit Room or Shrine Club. 3. No Masonic participant in a Shrine parade or other public appearance shall consume any alcoholic beverage, wine or beer, immediately in advance of or during said parade or public appearance. 4. No invitation or other correspondence emanating from a Shrine Temple, Shrine Unit or Shrine Club shall make reference to serving at any official function alcoholic beverages, wine or beer, nor shall any such correspondence have written thereon, "Bring your own bottle, BYOB, or any similar language." 5. No Shrine Temple, Shrine Unit, or Shrine Club shall conduct a raffle of any kind. Potentates, divan officers, unit leaders, unit officers, Shrine Club leaders and Shrine Club officers are herewith charged with the duty to see that this Executive Order is complied with and that violations are reported to the proper authority for appropriate disciplinary action. Failure by any such leader to enforce this order and see that the same is strictly complied with by Masons within this state, shall make such leader guilty of unmasonic conduct and subject to trial therefor. 1t is further directed that a copy of this Executive Order be submitted to each and every divan member, Shrine unit leader and officer, Shrine Club leader and officer, with directions that the same be read at the next two regular business meetings of the respective groups in order that each Mason might have knowledge hereof and can govern himself accordingly. If there is any question as to the intent, content or authority of this Executive Order issued by me as Grand Master, 1 will be happy to discuss the matter with anyone in authority in any of the Shrine Temples. 1 would remind you that you are first a member of a subordinate lodge and your membership in any other Masonically affiliated organization is dependent on that membership.

WYOMING: The Grand Master of Wyoming made the following decision: September 30, 1980, I made the decision to deny the request of Kemmerer Lodge No. 33 to have a joint venture with the Shrine Club to create a Mosque in the Masonic Temple. Sec. 384 of the Code.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

SIc

The Jurisprudence Committee supported the Grand Master with this report on his decision: We approve the decision of the Grand Master to deny the request of Kemmerer Lodge No. 33 to have ajoint venture with the Shrine Club to create a mosque in the Masonic Temple. The Grand Master based his decision on Section 384 of the Code which provides: A lodge shall not under any pretense introduce intoxicating liquors for beverage purposes or permit the use of same in any of the premises over which it has control. It is generally accepted that Shrine Clubs and mosques serve intoxicants on their

premises and, under the circumstances, a joint venture would be improper.

LODGE COMMITTEES ALABAMA: The Grand Master of Alabama recommended that all lodges appoint three committees: a Committee on Advancement; a Committee on Retention; and a Committee on Recovery. The Committee on Advancement would devote its efforts to E.A. and F.e. candidates who were not making an effort to advance. The Committee would try to convince them that it was for their own benefit as well as that of the lodge for them to advance to the next degree. The Committee on Retention would contact all 'Pembers who were in jeopardy of being suspended for nonpayment of dues. The Committee would try to convince them of the importance to them as well as the lodge to remain members in good standing. The Committee on Recovery would devote its time to contacting those members who had been suspended for nonpayment of dues. They would endeavor to convince them why it was important for them to reinstate their membership. We like all three suggestions and believe that if every lodge had such committees that were active that it would do much to maintain our membership.

LODGE PROGRAMS ARIZONA: The Grand Lodge of Arizona received the following as suggested programs for its lodges: IDEAS FOR MASOl'IC

Anniversaries Lodge Charter 10-25-50-60-75-90-100 Birthdays Oldest Member Mason of the Year Worshipful Master Birthday month Charter Member Night Committeemen's Appreciation Night Concert Professional Home Talent Dedication Building Bible

PRO(;RA~(S

Degree Work Interpretation Night DeMolay Degree Exemplification Leaders Appreciation Membership Recognition Dinners Father and Son Father and Daughter Family Distinguished Person Doctor's Night Honor Service Educational Programs Masonic Vocational

52c

A MASONIC REVIEW

Leadership Training Schools of Instruction Exchange Lodge Visitations Fellowship Night Invite Non-Mason Friend Grand Lodge Night Visitation of Grand Master Visitation of Grand Officers Report of Grand Lodge Sessions Installation of Officers Public or Closed Jobs Daughters and Guardian Night Ladies Night Program Landmarks of Masonry Laws and Legislation on Masonry Masters of Neighboring Lodges Neighbors Night Degree Work Social Program New Members Night - annual for all Raised this year O.E.S. Night Old Timers' Night Past Masters' Night Degree by Past Masters Honor for Lodge Service Pastors Night - Open Meeting for All Pastors and Wives

1982

Patriotic Events Picnic Pilgrimage to Another Lodge Plays - Masonic Public Schools Program Visit Schools Program Recognize Teachers Scholarship Awards Rainbow Night Rededication of Members Retreat - For member inspiration St. John's Day Sojourner's Night Sponsors Night - Appreciation to Brother who sponsored a candidate this year Study Clubs Ritual Masonic Education Sweethearts' Night Table Lodge Talks - Use of Masonic Services Association Short Talk Bulletins Bulletins which are sent to Lodge Secretaries

LODGE ROOM USE DELAWARE: The following recommendation was made by the Grand Master of Delaware: A lodge shall not sublet nor allow the use of its rooms or any part of them for the purpose of occupancy of any other society, except the Order of DeMolay, the Order of Job's Daughters, and the Order of the Eastern Star. No paraphernalia of the Order of DeMolay, the Order ofJob's Daughters, or the Order of the Eastern Star shall be allowed to remain in a lodge room after its use by any of the above organizations.

The Committee on Jurisprudence unanimously disapproved the recommendation, but it was approvep in spite of the adverse report of the Committee. The Committee said: Recommendation No.5 is to permit the use of the Symbolic Lodge Rooms of this Jurisdiction by the Order of the Eastern Star, in addition to use by the Order of DeMolay and the Order of Job's Daughters. This is not a new proposal, having been made and defeated in this Grand Lodge previously. This Committee unanimously is opposed to the recommendation for the same reasons as before. While some Grand Lodges permit such use, experience has been far from uniformly good and the potential for disturbing the harmony ofthe lodge is too great. Experience has disclosed difficulties in scheduling and in housekeeping decisions., and the use would take a long step toward making the Eastern Star a part of Freemasonry in direct violation of the Landmarks of our Fraternity. Without in any way questioning the merits or tenets of the Eastern Star or of diminishing the love and affection we all have for the women of our families, the Committee is firmly of the opinion that it would be a serious mistake to open our lodge rooms beyond our support of youth organizations.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

S3e

MASON FROM MISSOURI Of all the volumes written about Harry S. Truman, farmer, soldier, Freemason, County Judge, Senator, Vice President and President ofthe United States, most recorded information has chronicled in detail political actions and the arenas in which they occurred. No doubt to the United States and the world these facets were of paramount importance for their influence here and abroad. But to Harry S. Truman himself these were of no greater importance than his life as a Freemason. He was proud to be known as an accomplished ritualist, and of his attainment to the highest office within the power of his brethren to bestow - Grand Master of Masons in Missouri. Indeed Brother Truman once said, after having served as President, that the greatest honor ever to come to him was his election as Grand Master of Masons in Missouri. This paper does not purport to be a definitive review of Brother Truman's many Masonic activities but just a series of vignettes, personal recollections of Harry Truman, of one Grand Master remembered by another. As a preface it might be interesting to quote from President Truman's own words how and when he became a Freemason, a move which was destined to have such profound effect upon his future life. "One day in late 1908 a cousin of my mother's had come over to the farm to look at some stock, and I noticed a Masonic pin on his coat. I told him I had always wanted to be a member. A few days later he brought me an application for membership in Belton Lodge No. 450 at Belton, Missouri." Brother Truman went on to say that he received his first degree on February 9, 1909, and his third degree on March 9, 1909. He had high praise for Frank Blair and W. B. Garrison, President and Cashier of the Bank of Belton, who taught him the lectures and ritual of the various degrees. He stated that Billy Garrison was Master of the lodge at the time and Frank Blair was District Deputy Grand Master and District Lecturer of the 34th Masonic District of Missouri. He said these two brethren were very patient with him and soon after he was raised the Grand Lecturer of Missouri visited the district for three days. He attended every meeting of the three-day visit and then followed the Grand Lecturer to Holden and St. Joseph so that he might attend the ritual schools there and learn more of the work. Brother Truman stated that he became letter perfect in the three degrees and would accompany Frank Blair on his visits to the several lodges in the district. He was also proud of the fact that he was elected to the station of Junior Warden and served in that office during 1910. In 1911 he organized a lodge at Grandview and became the first Worshipful Master. He went to Grand Lodge in St. Louis and obtained a charter of Grandview Lodge No. 618. After this first experience at Grand Lodge he became a regular attendant at the Annual Communications. The 22nd Masonic District, which was Jackson County as a whole, was split into two districts in 1924, and the 59th District came into being. On the death of the new District Deputy Grand Master, Brother Truman was named District Deputy Grand Master and District Deputy Grand Lecturer of the 59th Masonic District, a position he held with dignity for five years. In 1930 he was appointed in the progressive line ofthe Grand Lodge by Grand Master William R. Gentry. It is interesting that at this time Brother Truman was Presiding Judge of the Jackson County Court and an active and working Democrat. Grand Master Gentry was a rabid Republican. Brother Truman progressed through the line

54c

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

without incident until he reached the station of Junior Grand Warden. About this he said, "A fight was organized against me in S1. Louis but I won out. The fight continued until I was elected Grand Master of Missouri in 1940." This was the time I became an active friend to Brother Truman. I was Worshipful Master of my lodge in 1940 and was one of those who signed a request for a "vote by lodges," in an effort to equalize the vote in Grand Lodge. The result left no question about who was elected Grand Master of Masons in Missouri. The entire election of M.W. Brother Truman as Grand Master was executed honorably, fairly, legally, and in accordance with established Masonic law and custom. An interesting Masonic story occurred about this time when Mr. Truman was a candidate for election to the United States Senate. He said: I was in the midst of the bitterest campaign of my career in that year (1940) for re-election to the Senate. I was out against the Governor for the nomination and against Manville Davis who was the Republican nominee in the general election. Davis became very bitter in the campaign and made some awful charges against me. I had a Catholic political friend in St. Louis by the name ofjames E. Wade. He attended a meeting in a county north of the Missouri River and not far from St. Louis. Davis made his usual charges. Forrest Donnell who afterwards became Governor and Senator was speaking from the same platform. Donnell was just behind me in the Grand Lodge Line and would become Grand Master in a year or two. So jim Wade went up to him after this north Missouri meeting and asked him if I could be the low sort of fellow that Davis charged and still be Grand Master of Masons in Missouri. Mr. Donnell said, "No, jim, he could not." This ruined Mr. Davis and I won by 276,000 votes.

His year as Grand Master from September 1940 to September 1941 was a busy one for Grand Master Truman. He served as both Senator from Missouri and Grand Master of Masons. He said, "I made more than 20 trips by air from Washington to Missouri to transact the business of Grand Lodge, gave half my salary as Grand Master to the Masonic Service Association for the soldiers in camps, organized the Committee for the Investigation of the Defense Program in the Senate in February 28, 1941, and succeeded in getting myself into all kinds of trouble - Vice President - President, etc." It was our privilege to have numerous contacts with Brother Truman during his final years in the Grand Lodge line. One such occasion comes to mind when the Senator wanted to get away from the crowd and relax for an hour or so following an evening session of Grand Lodge. He came past the place where Bro. James M. DeWitt and I were sitting, leaned over and asked in a low voice the number of our room in the Melbourne Hotel. He said he would meet us there shortly after the close of the session. In accordance with his suggestion we proceeded to our room and awaited his arrival. Within a matter of minutes Brother Truman came to our room. He said he had a room in the same hotel, but didn't want to go there because he wanted to relax and he knew there would be several people who would want to visit with him about their political ambitions. He instructed me that if there were any telephone calls for him that I was to advise the callers that he was not to be disturbed. There were several calls, mostly from the same man who shall remain nameless. He called almost every half hour, and finally, sometime after midnight, Brother Truman told me he would talk with him. He told the caller that it was too late to discuss his problems that nig-ht, but he would meet him for

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

SSe

breakfast at six o'clock in the morning. He hung up the phone, turned to Jim and me and stated that we, too, were to meet him for breakfast at 6:00 a.m. It was a short night, but a few minutes before six we pushed the down button of the elevator. To our surprise Senator Truman was on the elevator when it stopped, and we proceeded to the lobby entrance with him. When we alighted there was the man with whom he was to breakfast. This was typical of his return visits to Missouri. One of his return visits remains vivid in my memory. He came to Kirksville for a visit to the Second Masonic District. As was the custom at that time a candidate for the third degree was made available. The Grand Master was extended the courtesy of raising the candidate. This was considered the proper Masonic thing to do. No thought was given to the fact that the Grand Master had many other things on his mind, and probably had given very little thought to the precise wording of the ritual. I was District Lecturer of the Second Masonic District at the time. As the second section of the Master Mason Degree was about to begin Brother Truman walked over to me and said, "Bruce, I haven't given this ritual much thought and may need some help. Stay close by." I assured him I would do just that, and I did. However, he never needed a single word and the ritualistic perfection of the Master Mason Degree was maintained to the honor and dignity of the Grand Master. While this ceremony was performed under the most auspicious circumstances, the candidate of that evening, still paying his dues, has never darkened the doorway of a Masonic lodge to my knowledge since that most outstanding occasion. This must be the exception that proves the rule that good ritual produces good members who will become active in the Fraternity. In a corner suite in the old Coronado Hotel, located in the next block west of the Scottish Rite Temple where the annual communications were held, a number of us roomed for many years during the Grand Lodge sessions. The rooms were not always on the same floor, but they were always numbered the same. Room 44 had a large double bed, and it was always assigned to Brother Truman. Room 45 was a living room and adjoining bedroom, which would accommodate four brethren. Also adjoining the living room was number 46 with twin beds. The arrangement would sleep seven and all had access to the large living room. My space was usually in Room 46 with one of Harry's longtime friends from Independence, George Claude Marquis. Several times in the early morning hours, before any of us were up, Brother Truman would stick his head in our room and say, "George, may I borrow your cane to use when I take my walk." Invariably, he always enjoyed an early morning walk, and liked to carry a cane - just in case it was needed. The living room of this suite was the scene of many late evening "bull sessions" where the cares of the world were laid aside. The atmosphere was usually convivial and stories were told think and fast. Brother Truman seldom told a story, but he greatly enjoyed hearing them. It should also be said that many an important decision concerning the business of Grand Lodge was made in this setting. I shall never forget an occasion one evening immediately following our retirement and just after the lights were turned off. There came a loud crash at our door. The lock was broken, but the safety chain held. Some of us rushed to

56c

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

the door and looked up and down the hall, but no one was in sight. I suppose we will never know who tried to break in, or what they wanted. There never was a dull moment in this suite. Loyalty to friends and dedication to principle were always characteristic of Harry S. Truman. This was true when, as President of the United States, he returned to Missouri in September 1949 to install Bro. James M. Bradford, his appointee in the progressive line of Grand Lodge, as Grand Master of Masons in Missouri. Elaborate preparations were made for the ceremony, and numerous special events were planned in connection with the visit. The President did not stay in the "Boars Nest," - the "45 Suite" with his former cronies as probably he would have liked to have done. The Secret Service has other plans for his protection and sealed off a suite on the top floor of the Coronado Hotel. The day of installation of the Grand Master arrived, and 17 of us were privileged to breakfast with the President in a private dining room in the hotel. During the breakfast it was suggested that I tell the President about my three-year-old daughter refusing to let a doctor examine her because he wore a mustache. The next day she let another doctor look her over without protest. Afterwards her mother asked her for an explanation. She said, "Well, Mother, he was not a real doctor anyway, he was Dewey, and I didn't want him to look at me." Mr. Truman asked me to write up the story and send it to him, which I did. His comment was, in letter to me, that "Suzanne has the right idea." The installation that followed was not without incident. Not all of those who were required to accompany the President everywhere he went were Freemasons. I walked to the Masonic Temple with one Mathew Connally who certainly was not of our persuasion. I asked him how he was going to get in. His reply was that he really didn't belong there and wasn't sure how he would gain admission. How he was admitted inspires another tale. The presiding Grand Master was asked to put the Grand Lodge at ease for an open installation so that all who were not Masons might be admitted. He refused and said it had never been done and he would have no part of it. Some of us discussed with with Brother Truman and suggested that he walk in through the wings of the large stage to the station of the Grand Master. When he was presented the gavel and invited to preside for the ceremony of installation, his first vocal utterance would be to place the Grand Lodge at ease for an open installation of the Grand Officers. This he did, and all of those accompanying him, including Mathew Connally, entered and were seated. The installation itself proceeded in the usual dignified manner. Another memorable occasion was when Mrs. Hunt and I were privileged to be in the Public Library in Independence, Missouri, when a surprise was planned for the President. Unknown to him a picture had been painted of his mother telling him good by and giving him some admonitions as he was leaving for Washington by airplane. We heard the flurry of activity as the Secret Service entered the library ahead of the President, and suddenly he, too, was in the room. He started to walk across it to greet some friends when his eye caught the portrait on the stand near the center of the room. He stopped short and remained motionless for at least a full minute. It was easy to see that he was deeply moved by what he saw. I don't know about the others, but we felt as though we had intruded upon his privacy by being present. He always treasured the paintin?;.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

57c

The erection of the Truman Library at Independence, Missouri, was one of the greatest triumphs for the State of Missouri in which the Grand Lodge was privileged to participate. Two or three years before its completion his friend and neighbor, George C. Marquis, and I were visiting with Brother Truman about the completion and dedication of the Library. He suggested the earliest completion date and inquired who would be Grand Master at that time. Then he asked who would be the Grand Master the next year, and was told that his friend, who was also one of those who shared the "45 Suite" at Grand Lodge, Harold M. Jayne, a lawyer from Memphis, Missouri, would succeed to that office. Without any hesitation, Mr. Truman said, "I want my friend, Harold Jayne, to lay the cornerstone of the Library." In the discussion that ensued it was thought that there could be some unforeseen delay in the completion of the structure, and that by waiting a few months until after the Grand Lodge session when Brother Jayne would become Grand Master, would be the wiser course of action. Accordingly, the cornerstone of the Harry S. Truman Library was laid by the Grand Lodge, with all officers in their official stations on July 6, 1957. Numerous important personalities from government and the business community were in attendance for the ceremonies. To mention only a few, there were former President Herbert Hoover, Eleanor Roosevelt, ChiefJustice Earl Warren, Averill Harriman, Sam Rayburn and many more. All of the Grand Lodge officers were among those invited to the Truman Home after the dedication ceremonies, which followed the cornerstone c~re足 monies. The big house on Delaware Street was filled with happy people. It was on the screened-in back porch that the President and certain friends were enjoying a moment of relaxation. It was during this interlude that "Mr. Sam" as he was affectionately known, took my wife and me aside and recounted to us what happened that day when word came of the death of President Roosevelt. The story has been told many times, but to us this was special, coming as it did in the Truman Home, and from the Speaker of the House who relayed the message that Mr. Truman was wanted immediately at the White House. Harry Truman was intensely loyal to his friends, and always interested in their welfare. To illustrate this, I suffered a heart attack on November 14, 1964, and was hospitalized immediately. The very first card I received was a letter from Brother Truman giving encouragement. I believe it entirely proper to close this series of personal recollections of specific happenings in which M.W. Bro. Harry S. Truman was involved, with a brief note about a breakfast given by Frank S. Land, founder of the Order of DeMolay and a close friend of Mr. Truman. This breakfast was held in the Kansas City Club on the morning of l\' ovember 2, 1948, the day of the famous election of President Truman for a full four-year term on his own. There were 33 men present, all members ofthe Red Cross of Constantine and included the members of Mary Conclave in Kansas City in which the President held membership. You will recall that it was the following day that the Chicago Tribune hit the street with large leadlines, DEWEY DEFEATS TRUMAN. According to his daughter Margaret, during the final month of campaigning her father traveled some 31,700 miles and made 356 speeches -almost 10 a day. We can easily believe this because his train stopped for about ten minutes at Trenton, Missouri, where Past Grand Master Ray V. Denslow and I were standing on the

S8e

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

fringe of the crowd of several hundred curious and well-wishers. The President saw us, and said on the P.A. system, "Ray Denslow and Bruce Hunt, please come to the platform." We did and spent a few minutes in the Presidential car. At breakfast he addressed us as Masons, not as voters, and told us quietly and firmly that the campaign was over and that he was convinced that he had won. He told us he was going into seclusion after he would vote that day, and would not be heard from until the following day. Although the temptation was strong to rise to our feet when he left the room, the Secret Service asked us to remain seated. After he had gone, one of our number broke the strained silence by saying, "It is difficult to realize that we have just had breakfast with the most powerful man in the world."

MASON AT SIGHT OKLAHOMA: The Grand Master describes to the Grand Lodge of Oklahoma why and when he made a Mason at sight. At 2:00 p.m. onJuly 26, 1980 I opened an occasional Lodge U.D., with the assistance of the Grand Lodge Officers, in the lodge room of Norman Lodge No. 38 and conferred the Entered Apprentice, Fellow Craft and Master Mason Degrees including all lectures on Mickey Joe Gatewood, thereby making him a Mason at sight. This action was taken to correct what I considered to be a grave injustice to this young man and to the Masonic Fraternity. This young man had spent seven years actively working in DeMolay in the Norman Chapter, under the supervision of the Chapter Dad and an advisory board of 21 members of Norman Lodge No. 38 who had found no fault with him during that time. He was serving as State Junior Councilor of DeMolay, under the supervision of the Executive Officer for DeMolay in Oklahoma who had found no fault with him, when he reached the age of 21 and petitioned Norman Lodge No. 38 for the degrees of Masonry and was blackballed. Mickey continued to work in DeMolay and was actively working for the International Supreme Council of DeMolay when his 12 months waiting period was up and he repetitioned Norman Lodge No. 38 for the degrees of Masonry and was again blackballed. Certain factions of Norman Lodge No. 38 let it be known that, not because of any fault with Mickey but because of personal differences with his mother, he would never get into Masonry. After being apprised of the entire situation by several members of Normal Lodge No. 38 and Norman Chapter No. 41, Order of the Eastern Star, I decided to correct this injustice by exercising the prerogative granted to the Grand Master by Landmark No.8 of the recognized Landmarks adopted by the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Ancient Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Oklahoma.

MASONIC HOMES MARYLAND: The Grand Master reluctantly gave this account of the current position of the Masonic Home situation in Maryland: We are currently at a crossroads concerning our Masonic Homes. The present structure, dedicated in 1932, and the Infirmary dedicated in 1951, no longer conform to stringent regulations imposed by federal and state government agencies upon such institutions. Frankly, we are faced with the option of making considerable improvements or of discontinuing operation of the Homes as we now know them. It is just that simple. The contract for sale of a portion of the Bonnie Blink property has now been consumated. Plans for a new Infirmary Building, as our first priority, are progressing satisfactorily. These matters will be related to you in detail by committee reports later in this Communication. You will be asked to make a major decision as to whether our great charity, our Masonic Homes, will continue to move forward - yes, whether it will

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

59c

continue to exist. By all means we should seek to avoid any reliance upon government aid for as long as it is possible to do so. Some jurisdictions have accepted such aid and have been compelled to materially alter their method of operation, to their deep regret.

Later it was disclosed that the Grand Lodge still owned some 250 acres of land at Bonnie Blink, ample for their needs, after selling some 150 acres. Those of you who have visited our Masonic Homes recently have noticed considerable changes taking place. Bonnie Blink no longer presents the scene which has been so familiar to us through several decades, nor will it ever be the same again. In fact, even more changes are destined to occur. During the summer months, settlement was made on a portion of the property which Grand Lodge approved for sale. It roughly encompassed that land which we owned along Shawan Road and lying between York Road and our former driveway and extending back to just below the crest of the hill - approximately 96.25 acres for $8.7 million. A shopping center is now under development on this portion. Before the end of this year, we expect to close on about another 532/~ acres for an additional $2.3 million. Let no one conceive the idea, however, that our Masonic Homes are wallowing in wealth and no longer need fervent financial support, for the contrary is the truth. Much of the proceeds of the sale must be put back into capital improvements. With the constantly increasing inflation, and with larger operational costs as a result of the enlarged facilities, our continued support of the Endowment Fund is critically essential. I am quite encouraged by the way in which the Masons of Maryland are coming forward with contributions, a summary of which is printed in the pamphlet you received as you came in this morning. No one wanted to sell any part of our Bonnie Blink land. But the Homes building, opened in 1932, and, more particularly, the Infirmary, dedicated in 1951, fail in many ways, to conform to present-day codes and regulations. To attempt to alter the existing Infirmary to bring it into compliance was out of the question both physically and financially. It was a case of providing a few facility or making other arrangements to take care of those elderly individuals who could no longer take care of themselves. The sale of some property was the only course to take that would not unduly tax the Masons of Maryland.

MASSACHUSETTS: According to the Grand Master of Massachusetts, there are several vacant beds in the Masonic Home: The necessary construction to make 39 new beds available in Juniper Hall is now complete; and the Home Administrator and Director of Nurses are in the process of securing the necessary staff. The Relief Commissioner is busy checking on those who have been on our Nursing Home waiting list. We are finally in a position to assist those whom we had to previously turn away. If there are those within your lodge family who ought to be thinking about the Nursing Home, encourage them to do so. We believe we have a unique service to offer Masons and their families. Having completed this project, we must turn our attention to another pressing need at our Masonic Home. I am sure that those of you who have visited there are aware that in both Davenport and Williams, with few exceptions, there are no toilet facilities in the individual rooms; furthermore, the rooms themselves are small. At the moment we have thirty-two (32) vacant rooms and three (3) vacant apartments at the Home. I believe that the major reasons for this are the two things I have just mentioned; namely, no toilet facilities in the small rooms. The time is going to come, and may already be here, when we are going to have to remove the interior of these buildings and rebuild them with larger rooms with plumbing. This will be an enormous undertaking, but if the Home is to have any appeal to the Fraternity it must be done.

MICHIGAN: The Grand Lodge of Michigan plans to modernize a portion of the living units:

60c

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

Upon approval, this would allow us to begin to convert the Home unit housing with quarters with private baths. As it presently exists, the Home unit bathrooms are now shared. We propose taking six rooms of the existing facilities and converting them into three units, two with one-room apartments with private baths and two with two rooms with private baths. We will then have an opportunity to ascertain the response of the residents and our brothers to these rooms and also to study the engineering involved.

OKLAHOMA: The Grand Master of Oklahoma commented on admission requirements at their home for the aged: My Brethren, you are all aware that we have two very nice facilities here in Guthrie for our aged members and relatives. Ifit were necessary that we undergo yearly inspections and rating procedures by State and Federal agencies, as do privately owned and operated homes, I can assure you that our homes would list at the very top. The Administrator, Bro. Marshall Nix, and his staff as well as all others concerned in the daily operation of our homes and care of the residents are dedicated people, working extremely hard to see that these facilities are maintained in the best of condition and that the residents receive only the best of care. Even though we do have the best homes of anywhere, the census still remains comparatively low. The capacity of occupancy for our homes is 156 members, but we again only averaged 111 members per month during 1980. Perhaps the price for entrance into the homes is much too high in some instances. As other states have done, perhaps it is time we revise the requirements for admission to our homes. After all, as was recently related to me by an inquirer about our home, if a person has a sizable estate it could be a very high price indeed to pay for their keep, under the present system, if they only lived for one or two years after admission. It is an injustice to our Fraternity and our members to have so many vacancies in our homes when many of them are in need of care, but are unwilling to pay the high price we have on admission and therefore go into private homes.

OREGON: The Grand Lodge of Oregon is considering housing units on the Masonic Home Grounds that can be sold to elderly members who can afford to pay. Enabling legislation was started to help bring this plan into fruition. PENNSYLVANIA: The following census data was reported in the Proceedings of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania: At the beginning of the year there were 719 guests at the Masonic Homes. There were 117 new admissions, 120 deaths, and five withdrawals which included three adults and two children for graduation. The guest population decreased to 711. As of December 31, 1980, the total number of guests included 329 widows, 88 married couples (176), 151 Master Masons, 28 mothers of Master Masons, three wives of Master Masons, six daughters of Master Masons and three sisters of Master Masons, 12 boys and three girls. The average age of our adult guests is 84.3 years of age. Our youngest guest is 53 years of age and the oldest guest is 103 years of age. We now have four guests over 100.

MEMBERSHIP There is a general decline in membership all over the United States. Only a few Grand Lodges can boast of an increase in membership. It is a matter of grave concern to Masonic leaders. ARIZON A: The Grand Lodge of Arizona was one of those jurisdictions which reported a gain in membership - 94 for the past year. ILLINOIS: The Grand Master of Illinois said this about membership:

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

61c

The Grand Lodge Officers have been asking you to work on suspensions for nonpayment of dues and on dimits. We, too, have been working on this. Is it working? Are our labors in vain? Can anything be done about the loss in membership? Should we continue our efforts? In the area of suspensions for the past eight years the average has been 1,495. This year it is 1,260. For the past eight years the number of dimits has averaged 2,420. This year it was 1,094. The average loss for the past eight years has averaged 4,144; this year it was 1,913. Still a loss but I think remarkable progress. Nothing can be done about membership loss? I think it can! I truly believe that Masonry is on the move in Illinois. Our relationship with our appendant bodies, our Homes filled to capacity, our membership losses cut 60 percent. Our membership, and more importantly our families and friends, being informed that Masonry is more than ritual and floor work, it is men caring for those less fortunate than themselves ... being a part of their communities.

MICHIGAN: The Grand Master of Michigan said this about membership in his Grand Lodge: In 1957, the membership of Michigan Masonic lodges numbered 176,540 Master Masons. The unaudited membership count as of 1980, is 118,844 Master Masons. Thus, over the past 23 years, Michigan Masonry has lost 57,696 members. This represents a decline of almost one-third. Additionally, over the past 23 years, the Masonic lodges of Michigan have raised fewer and fewer Master Masons each year. Also, each year, over the past 14 years, at least 500 Entered Apprentices have not been raised Master Masons. Thus, there are approximately 7,000 Masons who have not completed their work and become members of a lodge.

NEBRASKA: The following is a part of the report of a Membership Committee to the Grand Lodge: The main thrust of our efforts was toward encouraging lodges to hold Informational Dinners to which non-Masons and their wives were invited as guests of the lodge. The results obtained by those lodges who participated in these events has been most gratifying and has convinced the Membership Committee to pursue this project with all possible vigor in the coming year. Funding for this most successful program is provided on an equal basis by four bodies of Masonry: The Grand Lodge, Omaha Valley of the Scottish Rite, Grand York Rite, and Tangier Shrine. The funds provided enabled the Committee to underwrite the cost of guests' dinner up to $5.00 each, which allowed lodges to participate without expending any of their own funds. It is hoped that as this worthwhile project gains statewide acceptance, other subordinate bodies will want to join in with financial, as well as moral, support. Although complete statistics were not available at the time this report was prepared, we can report the following partial results: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

No. No. No. No. No. No.

of lodges contacted in 1980-81 of lodges responding to invitation to hold dinner of lodges who have held dinners to date of lodges which did not respond of lodges which indicated they were not interested of petitions which resulted from dinners (estimated)

. 141 . 61 . 47 . 61 . 19 . 96+

In addition to the above direct results, several of the lodges are confident that additional petitions will be forthcoming in the fall of 1981.

62c

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

Membership is a matter for concern for almost everyjurisdiction. A very few Grand Lodges report increases in membership. SOUTH CAROLINA: We were interested in the reports of the Grand Lodge of South Carolina, because it has reported gains in membership for many years. This year there was a gain of 202 members from the 324 lodges. We noted with some interest that the report of Masonic Trials consumed some five pages ofthe Proceedings. There appears to be far more trials for unmasonic conduct in South Carolina than in most any jurisdiction. Can it be that they have a higher standard ofconduct becoming a Mason than some otherjurisdictions? They certainly maintain a high level of importance on Masonic membership. We know of some lodges in otherjurisdictions that tend to overlook brethren who have broken the law, and allow them to maintain Masonic membership. In our view this tends to degrade Masonry in the eyes of the unintiated, as well as to lower its importance to many members. A Masonic trial for those who break the moral code of ethics or the laws of our land is good for the Fraternity. We should always maintain the dignity and respect of our Fraternity.

ORDER OF ALASKAN WALRUS NEBRASKA: The Order of the Alaskan Walrus was conferred upon the Grand Master of Nebraska by the Grand Master and Grand Secretary of the newly formed Grand Lodge of Alaska. The following was found in the Proceedings of the Grand Lodge of Nebraska: It reads as follows: The Order of the Alaskan Walrus. Let it be known that during the year 1981, M.W. Byron C. Jenkins did visit Alaska, the largest state of the United States. Let it be known too, that while visiting Alaska, this visitor did experience the beauty of the Alaska Scenic Grandeur, the thrill of the vast wilderness, and the warmth of not only our climate, but of our people as well. Let it be known therefore, that because this visitor is best qualified, I have set my name and seal to this document and proclaim said visitor to be a lifetime member in good standing of the Order of the Alaskan Walrus. Done at Juneau, the capital of Alaska, signed William A. Eagan, former Governor of Alaska and the Walrus domain. It is countersigned by the M. W. James A. Williams, Grand Master of Alaska.

ORDER OF EASTERN STAR LOUISIANA: The Grand Master of Louisiana denied permission of an Eastern Star Chapter to meet in a particular Masonic Hall because he feared dissention. He said: Sun Chapter, O.E.S., made two requests for permission to utilize Sun Lodge No. 336 Hall for its meetings. M.W. D. Walter Jessen, P.G.M., having directed in January, 1980, that the O.E.S. be removed from Sun Lodge due to dissention, I did not feel that sufficient time had elapsed to correct the situation, nor do I feel that it will ever be corrected.

OUT OF THE LODGE ROOM AND INTO THE COMMUNITY IOWA: The Grand Secretary of Iowa made the following plea to lodges to get Out of the Lodge Room and Into the Community. Our lodges must participate in community activities and contribute to important fund drives. We must get Masonry out of the lodge room and get it out in the community.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

63c

Masonry cannotjust exist within the community - Masonry must embrace the community. Lodges that do these things, lodges that provide activities for their members, lodges that keep their temples in good repair, lodges that have and use a telephone and visitation committee, lodges that put their new members to work and make them see that the lodge is important - these lodges justify their existence, and their members recognize and realize that the community is a better place to live because of the Masonic lodge. These brothers value their membership and keep themselves in good standing. A very definite pattern oflow S.N .P.D.'s exists within the lodges (especially the smaller lodges) that communicate with their members. If the only contact a lodge ever has with the members who do not attend lodge is a statement that the dues are due, or a request for a contribution to fix the roof or pave the parking lot, if these members are nothing more than a name on a ledger sheet, if the lodge loses interest in them - then it is easy to see how they can lose interest in the lodge and begin to wonder if the money they spend for lodge dues couldn't be better used in some other area.

PAST GRAND MASTERS' JEWELS DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA: The following report of the Committee on Past Grand Master Jewels was made to the Grand Lodge of the District of Columbia: The Committee on Past Grand Master Jewels has completed an inventory of Past Grand Master Jewels in the office of the Grand Secretary which are the property of the Grand Lodge. At present there are five jewels that have been returned to the Grand Lodge from deceased member estates which will need to be refurbished and six new jewels remaining from those purchased several years ago. This gives us eleven (11) Past Grand Master Jewels on hand. There are two other jewels in the custody of the Grand Commandery, Knights Templar of the District of Columbia, and are housed in their showcase in the Asylum on the fourth floor of the Masonic Temple. Further there are several jewels remaining in the hands of deceased widows of Past Grand Masters and their estates that may become available and donated to the Grand Lodge. Your Committee would like to suggest that the living Past Grand Masters include in their will a provision that their jewel be donated to the Grand Lodge upon their demise.

PETITIONS TO OTHER BODIES WISCONSIN: The Grand Lodge of Wisconsin heard this from the Grand Master about a violation concerned with the signing of petitions to appendant bodies ot Masonry before passing of the Third Degree Proficiency: In the past two weeks, several requests have come for the Grand Lodge or Grand Master to take action to prevent the signing of newly made Master Masons to York Rite, Scottish Rite and Shrine petitions. It appears that some members of these organizations are not informed as to the Masonic Code requirements. The "Regulations for Lodges, Chapter 74, Proficiency of Candidates, 74.05 Examination in Master Mason Degree Mandatory," states: "No Master Mason shall sign a petition for any other Masonic Body until he shall have first passed his Master Mason Examination in open lodge in accordance with the Masonic Code. This provision shall be read to every Master Mason at the time the Charge is read to them." The Trial Code, Section 10 1.17. Unmasonic Conduct. This section defines Unmasonic Conduct and states in part, "A violation of an obligation or any of the provisions of the Constitution, Laws or Edicts, of the Grand Lodge shall in itself constitute Unmasonic Conduct."

64c

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

It behooves every Master to be sure all members of his lodge know and understand the importance of encouraging of or the signing of petitions to other Masonic Bodies before completing the Master Mason examination. If this part of the Code is being violated, your Grand Lodge has no option except to enforce the Code.

PRINCE HALL MISSISSIPPI: The following is a portion of the report of the Committee on Jurisprudence to the Grand Lodge of Mississippi on the subject of Prince Hall Masonry as posed by a brother from Wisconsin: Early in the year the Committee received, through our Grand Secretary, a communication and inquiry from the Master of a lodge in Wisconsin pointing out that a prominent Masonic periodical in that state was attempting to gain recognition for Prince Hall Masonry, and that certain Masons in the Grand Lodge were aiding and abetting the effort. Inquiry was made of us as to how our Grand Lodge feels about Prince Hall Masonry and more particularly how we would feel about the Grand Lodge of Wisconsin, if it were not only to recognize Prince Hall Masonry, but were to engage in Masonic intercourse with them. Needless to say we gave immediate reply to the inquiry, pointing out that the Grand Lodge of Mississippi has always held and still holds that Prince Hall so-called masonry is clandestine and illegitimate. We then presented a rather lengthy argument in support of our position, based upon the actual history of the clouded origins and oft-proven illegitimacy of the clandestine group, and pointed out former positions and actions taken by our Grand Lodge in matters akin to that related by our Wisconsin brother. The necessary length of the communication prevents our including it in our report to the Grand Lodge, but the paper is in our files and can be made available to any interested Mason. With all of the sincerity and emphasis we knew how to give, we concluded our communication to the Wisconsin brother with the statement, "The color of a man's skin is not the great question here. The great question has to do with the recognition of illegitimate and clandestine masonry." "Let us not forget the Landmarks that our ancient brethren set." We received a warm letter of appreciation from the Wisconsin brother.

WISCONSIN: The Grand Lodge of Wisconsin has been struggling with the plan to merge, or accept the Prince Hall lodges in Wisconsin and charter them as regular lodges within the bosom of the Grand Lodge of Wisconsin. So far Prince Hall appears to be holding back. The report to Grand Lodge concluded by extending the same authority to the incoming Grand Master to continue the offer to charter Prince Hall lodges: Meetings of the Committee on Fraternal Relations and Representatives of the Wisconsin Prince Hall Grand Lodge continue to be held on a regular schedule. Highlights of the Committee's activities are as follows: 1. At the Annual Communication on June 9, 1980, the Grand Lodge approved Grand Master Hughey's offer to charter Prince Hall lodges and this Committee was instructed to expedite acceptance of this offer. 2. OnJune 25, 1980, Grand Master Russell R. Selbo wrote Grand Master Myers the following: Once again the Grand Lodge, F. & A.M. of Wisconsin has reaffirmed the goal ofa United Masonic Fraternity in our state. We do not view the Wisconsin Prince Hall brethren's continued separation as desirable and invite and welcome your full fraternal relationship with the more than 41,000 Masons of the Wisconsin Grand Lodge.

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

65c

In keeping with the wholehearted approval granted at the 136th Annual Communication, I hereby again offer to each Constituent Lodge in good standing in the Prince Hall Grand Lodge, F. & A.M. of Wisconsin the opportunity to become a chartered lodge under the Grand Lodge, Free and Accepted Masons of Wisconsin. 3. OnJune 30,1980, Grand Master Arthur L. Myers, Jr., of the Prince Hall Grand Lodge responded as follows: Please be advised that, not unlike your Grand Lodge, our Grand Lodge heartily endorsed the concept of Masonic unity in Wisconsin and throughout the world. We believe that if humankind is to long survive, a multiplicity ofreconciliations have got to occur - and people from all over the world must eventually meet on a common platform composed of the most durable power in the world, love. It is in a spirit of love pursuant to unity that we respond to your "offer to each Constituent Lodge in good standing in The Prince Hall Grand Lodge, F. & A.M. of Wisconsin, the opportunity to become a chartered lodge under The Grand Lodge Free and Accepted Masons of Wisconsin." Our response is - now is not the time and Wisconsin is not the place for Prince Hall to be absorbed by the Wisconsin Grand Lodge. Our respective Crafts need to get to know each other in a systematic fashion so that unity, when achieved, may be lasting. Accordingly, we believe that recognition and co-existence are necessary steps along the way. Therefore for the ensuing year we would suggest a period of official recognition between our respective Grand Lodges, including the same visitation privileges that are extended to all Masons recognized by our Orders. 4. On September 22, 1980, Grand Master Russell R. Selbo communicated with Grand Master Myers as follows: Based on your June 30, 1980, letter we must conclude that you have either changed your position or that the Prince Hall Grand Lodge did not accept your recommendation. This must be concluded from the statement "Our response is - now is not the time and Wisconsin is not the place for Prince Hall to be absorbed by the Wisconsin Grand Lodge." It is our understanding that your committee reported to your Grand Lodge that an impasse had been reached in our discussions. The meetings of our Grand Lodges are being closely watched by Masons around the world. I cannot accept the concept that an impasse has been reached and that further discussions about a United Fraternity would not be productive. Separate but equal is not a good Masonic or social solution. An integrated Fraternity, accepting each other as equals, is the ideal solution to an age-old problem. The Grand Lodge, F. & A.M. of Wisconsin is desirous of continuing discussion of a merger. The Grand Lodge Committee wholeheartedly concurred with Grand Master Selbo's letter of September 22, 1980 (in favor of continuing discussions of a merger) and at the next meeting with representatives of Prince Hall the following topics were offered for further discussion: I. Continuation of the offer to charter Constituent Prince Hall Lodges. 2. Attendance at untiled sessions of the Prince Hall Annual Communications. 3. Attendance at untiled sessions of the Grand Lodge Annual Communications. 4. Joint observance of the Common Table Lodge. 5. Transfer by affiliation of Prince Hall members (this would require approval by Grand Lodge). 6. Applications for the Wisconsin Masonic Home and Health Care Center. 7. Attendance at a Midwest Grand Masters' Conference. Your Committee continues to believe that "separate but equal" Grand Lodges within the state is not in keeping with true Masonic teachings and recommends that merger discussions with representatives of the Prince Hall Grand Lodge be continued. Last year, the Grand Lodge approved Grand Master Hughey's offer to charter Prince Hall Lodges and instructed the Committee to expedite acceptance of the offer.

66c

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

Accordingly, the Committee recommends that this Grand Lodge extend authority to the incoming Grand Master to continue the offer to charter Prince Hall Lodges, and also the instructions to the Committee to expedite acceptance of the offer.

PRINT SHOP OKLAHOMA: The Grand Master of Oklahoma comments on the Print Shop: My Brethren, the Print Shop was originally constructed and equipped to provide a vocational training for the children in the Masonic Home, but through the years the Grand Lodge and many constituent lodges have become dependent on the Print Shop for their printing needs. The Oklahoma Mason magazine is also printed and prepared for mailing in the Print Shop. Unfortunately, My Brethren, for too many years in the past the Print Shop has been printing and selling supplies and printing jobs to the constituent lodges and affiliated bodies at cost, or sometimes even at a loss, with no planning for future equipment replacement or building repairs. These losses were made up through the use of monies and property brought to Grand Lodge by members coming into the homes. As you realize the division of assets and accounting procedures effected in 1979 rendered these monies and properties unavailable for such purposes in 1980 and future years. It is therefore necessary that the Print Shop operate on a profit-making margin if it is to continue to exist. The equipment in the Print Shop is, for the most part, antiquated and worn out, and must be replaced in the near future, also; there is much remodeling and renovation that needs to be done in the building. The employees of the Print Shop are at present, working for you under barely bearable conditions. Conditions which I dare say most of you would refuse to work under, so what right do we have to ask them to do so? There is a need for each constituent lodge and each affiliated and appendant body to use our own Print Shop before any others so these conditions can be improved. I requested the Publication Committee to contact commercial printing companies and get prices on printing the supplies required by the Grand Lodge and constituent lodges as well as the Oklahoma Mason for comparison purposes this year and after receiving the more detailed report on this matter from that committee, I feel you will agree, we must keep our own Print Shop.

PUBLICATIONS CONNECTICUT: The Grand Lodge of Connecticut has a new publication called, "The Master's Media." The following was reported: "The Master's Media" is a monthly communication from the Masonic Culture and Public Relations Committee. The need for this type of communication was determined early in 1980, with the first edition being printed and mailed in September of this year. The purpose of this publication was to provide an open communication from this Committee to the top three officers in every lodge within our Grand Jurisdiction. It covers a multitude of information, ideas, concepts and innovations, as well as encouraging these officers to write to us with their ideas which, in turn, are published in the next month's issue. This develops an ongoing exchange of ideas and programs to be shared between lodges. The response to this communication was well received and in January 1981 the mailing was expanded to include all Grand Lodge Officers, District Deputies, Associate Grand Marshals, Grand Lodge Committee Chairmen, Worshipful Masters, Senior Wardens,Junior Wardens and Secretaries. One additional copy is also mailed to the Masonic Service Association of the United States at their request. The total monthly distribution of this publication is now 660 copies.

MINNESOTA: The Grand Lodge of Minnesota heard the following on the advisability of soliciting advertising to help support the cost of printing the Minnesota Freemason:

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

67c

At the request of the Corporate Board of Trustees, this Committee conducted extensive investigation into the advantages and disadvantages of supporting the Mason in whole or in a part by the use ofadvertising income. It was determined that a period of five to nine years may be required to develop an adequate income from advertising. During the interim it would be necessary to underwrite the increased cost of publishing additional pages and issues bearing some advertising and consequent increased postage cost. It was concluded that now was not the time to incur additional publication cost to be borne by Grand Lodge General Funds.

PUBUCITY AND PUBUC RELATIONS ARIZONA: The following is intended to be a guide to improve our public relations: SIMPLE GUIDE TO IMPROVE OUR PUBLIC RELATIONS

I. Desire and Determination to Improve Masonic Image A. Our Masonic image can and will be improved only when Masons possess and RETAIN the desire and determination to do so. This can best be done by motivating every lodge member to become more concerned about the Masonic image and to have better communication with each other in our respective communities. By improving our communication with each other, it will become simple to improve our image in the community. This is the first important step toward a successful public relations program. B. Develop your program by setting simple and easy goals 1. Newspaper publicity is only a small part ofa public relations program but it is a most important part. We realize that lodges in small, rural communities will find it easier to get articles into the paper than lodges in the metropolitan areas where there is more competition for newspaper space. But set your goal; it might be one article every month or two in the small papers or only twice a year in the large city papers. First, find out who the man or woman is that will make the decision as to whether or not to print, get to know them and ask the type of article they will print, their standards and requirements for copy. If they know you and like you, it will be easier to get them to cooperate. C. Support of the officers of the lodge 1. Elected and appointed officers must actively support and assist with the public relations program that has been established to improve community relations. By having good relations with the community, good and favorable publicity comes almost automatically. Without the support of the lodge and its members no program will be a success. D. Assignment of chairman of public relations and publicity 1. The individual assigned to handle the public relations of the lodge must be one that will actively work at his function. He must have the desire and determination to improve the image of the Fraternity. It is the duty of the Master to get the best man from his membership to work with the nonmasonic community and strive for closer and friendly communication with good citizens. Always keep in mind, most good citizens make good Masons. II. Items and Ideas That Create Interest and Good Relations in the Community A. Masons must set a good example. 1. The most basic rule is simply be a good neighbor in your community. Every Mason can start his individual program by helping his neighbornothing big or lavish. Little courtesies sometimes do more to cement good relations than one huge party. There are far too many ways to be a good neighbor and friend to be listed here. B. Include nonmasons of the community in Masonic activities 1. Some lodges have developed excellent programs that include the nonma-

68c

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

son in social activities of the lodge. Epes Randolph No. 32 of Tucson has one of the best that has proved to be a success. "Ideas for Masonic Programs" was recently handed out in a training session. The standards set by the Grand Lodge of Arizona to win the Masters Builders Award furnishes an excellent opportunity to improve local public relations. A special meeting to honor a well-known and respected member of the nonmasonic community (attorney, teachers, doctors, etc.) is just one example. A lodge can develop its own program if it so desires but always remember to include the nonmason in the program. C. Masonic-affiliated organizations. 1. A good source for some excellent ideas to improve community relations are the Shriners, Order of the Eastern Star Chapters, Rainbow Girls Assemblies, Job's Daughters, and DeMolay. Good community relations are made, and it need not be in the local paper, when a few Masons give tickets to the circus to the school principal to distribute. The ladies and wives of Masons are always sponsoring a spaghetti supper or bake sale for a worthy cause. It would be a simple thing to improve our Masonic image with so many excellent ideas and opportunities at our finger tips. III. A Positive Attitude Must Be Cultivated and Maintained A. Members of the Fraternity must realize that our members are decreasing. We must get the interest and attention of good citizens in the community and be ever alert to present our ideals to a good man that seeks the light of Masonry by asking questions. Rare indeed is the lodge that does not need members. All members of the Fraternity must become "recruiters" of good men. We must all strive to keep our Order flourishing and growing. We cannot let the Masons disappear from our society. Our country needs him. It is up to us and by improving our community relations, Our Order will last forever.

OHIO: The Committee on Public Relations had this to say about ways to obtain publicity for lodges: We worked hard four years ago to find out where the avenues of publicity were. We found that the community newspaper, the small, daily newspaper and weekly newspapers, have an open-door policy; they want our news, they want our pictures, they are very receptive of them. Remember, a weekly paper is published three days before it gets to your door, so they have to have lead time on announcements that you make. But, if you get it to them, you are going to find them very receptive. The weekly newspapers and the small community newspapers are really wonderful people to work with. Please take advantage of these opportunities.

A QUESTION OF MEMBERSHIP RHODE ISLAND: The following is very interesting. The person in question corresponds with many prominent Masons, and some not so prominent, as an authority on Freemasonry. He expresses his opinions and feelings in a very authoritative way, that does not impress anyone we know. We thought you would be interested in the following: Strange and important occurrences appear in the correspondence from foreign lodges. The following quotation from the American Canadian Grand Lodge describes an event that might concern any Grand or subordinate lodge: "Our Berlin 46 Lodge No. 933 ... last year violated our regulation by attempting to re-enter to membership Harvey Newton Brown ofEI Paso, Texas. At our Conference in Washington I briefly announced that Mr. Brown does not (and never did) hold membership in any lodge in our Jurisdiction, contrary to his claims and his repeated use of a stamp indicating such membership. The problem is that the secretary of the Berlin Lodge further compounded the violation

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

69c

by issuing Mr. Brown a 1979 and 1980 dues card. The action was reported late to our Grand Lodge. The lodge has since advised Mr. Brown in writing that the cards are invalid and requested him to return the cards. In his reply he adamantly refused, insisting he is a member. Our Grand Master requested us to advise you of these facts, as he may very well use the cards to prove membership."

RETIREMENT OF GRAND LODGE OFFICERS CONNECTICUT: The Grand Lodge of Connecticut tabled a resolution that would require either the Grand Treasurer or the Grand Secretary to retire from office on or before their 70th birthday. It will be considered next year. WISCONSIN: The Grand Lodge of Wisconsin adopted a resolution to require mandatory retirement of the Grand Secretary, Grand Treasurer, and all Grand Lodge employees on the first of the month following their 70th birthday.

RITUAL IDAHO: The Grand Master of Idaho seemed to have mixed emotions concerning the quality of the ritual in his jurisdiction. He said: It has been my pleasure to observe the conferring of many impressive degrees during the past year. I am pleased to report that the ritualistic work has greatly improved throughout most of the state in the past two or three years. It was my misfortune to witness degrees in two lodges that were conferred with the solemnity of an Our Gang Comedy which indicates there is still room for improvement of the ritual in some of the lodges. If we are to sell Freemasonry successfully and make Master Masons of our candidates, our product must be first class.

OREGON: The Grand Master ofOregon issued the following edict concerning the lights in a lodge: During my years as District Deputy and as a Grand Lodge officer I have been asked many times about the legality of an overhead spotlight illuminating the altar at Masonic meetings, and particularly during the obligations in the degrees. This year as Grand Master I received several letters on this matter requesting my ruling. As a result of all these requests I felt that it was in the best interests of the Fraternity to issue an Edict clarifying this subject and removing any confusion. Accordingly, I issued an Edict on this subject on January 3, 1981. The Grand Lodge will be asked to approve this Edict by resolution later in this communication. The complete text of the Edict follows. WHEREAS, Many Oregon lodges are using a spotlight over the Altar, and WHEREAS, Such an overhead spotlight is designed for use by the Order of the Eastern Star, and WHEREAS, The authorized Ritual orthe Grand Lodge of Oregon, page 14, line 14, specifically states what lights are to be used, and WHEREAS, An overhead spotlight is not mentioned in such Ritual, and WHEREAS, There is a considerable amount of confusion among the members regarding this subject, Now Therefore, I,John F. Erwin, Grand Master of Masons in Oregon, do issue this Edict - that the use of an overhead light which illuminates the Great Lights is not in accordance with Masonic Ritual and custom and that such use shall be discontinued by all lodges in the Grand Jurisdiction of Oregon. Given under my hand and seal this 3rd day of January A.D. 1981, A.L. 5981. sis JOH:\l F. ERWI!" Grand Master

70c

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

ROAD SIGNS There are a few road signs in Missouri, and we were interested in what some other jurisdictions are doing about it. CONNECTICUT: This was reported to the Grand Lodge of Connecticut: The Masonic Road Sign Program was developed by this Committee in 1978 and was temporarily set aside due to technical problems incurred by the manufacturer. This program was re-established during 1980 after a dependable supplier was located. The program coordinator, Wor. Bro. Richard H. Cole conducted the promotion of this project and is presently processing additional orders from our Blue Lodges. The concept behind this program is a community awareness, not only for our cities and towns, but particularly for brothers who may be traveling in and through our Grand Jurisdiction.

SPAIN SOUTH CAROLINA: The Committee on Fraternal Relations made this report to the Grand Lodge of South Carolina on conditions in Spain: Freemasonry within the country of Spain still has many unanswered questions. The United Grand Orient of Spain (Grand Oriente Espanol Unido) , through its Master, Francisco Espinar Lafuente, and its Grand Secretary, Pascual Paricio Perez, has petitioned many Grand Lodges in the United States for recognition, declaring that the United Grand Orient meets all of the Standards of Recognition, but it fails to show any legitimacy of origin. The old Grand Orient of Spain went into exile in Mexico during the rebellion, but was never recognized as a regular Grand Lodge by any of the Grand Lodges of the United States nor the Grand Lodges of England, Scotland, nor Ireland; therefore, Spain for many years has been considered open territory. The Grand Lodge of France (The Grande Loge Nationale Francaise), a regular recognized Grand Lodge has chartered a number of lodges in Spain. Most of the lodges thus far have been situatedjust inside the borders of Spain. One of the more recently formed lodges is Arthur T. Weed Lodge No. 59 which was chartered and set to work in Madrid in January of this year. The United Grand Orient issued a circular letter to various Grand Lodges in which it asserted that Spain was not open territory and had been invaded by the Grand Lodge of France. The Commission is of the opinion that the most likely possibility for the establishment of a regular Grand Lodge in Spain would be through the lodges chartered by the National Grand Lodge of France. You may rest assured, My Brethren, that a very careful eye will be kept on any new developments in the area.

STUDENT LOANS NEW MEXICO: The Grand Lodge of New Mexico heard this from its Committee on Student Loans: Your Committee processed 16 applications for loans this past Masonic year. Eight were first-time loans; three were second loans; three were third loans; and two were fourth loans. All loans were for the maximum $500, which shows us the rising costs of education is quite a burden to these young people. Most applicants stated that without the loan they would not be able to continue their studies. All were above average students as each transcript showed. Although all applications were approved, many required additional investigation, clarification of status and additional references, before being finalized. We thank the Grand Secretary and his staff for their efforts in obtaining all the needed information. The low interest rate of these loans does not generate enough revenue to pay the postage and expense of handling. It is therefore recommended:

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

71c

The Grand Lodge also approve an increase in the interest rate from 2 1/2 percent to 5 percent.

SUSPENSION N.P.D. Probably the largest drain on Masonic membership is the effect of suspension for nonpayment of dues. Many remedies have been suggested, but to date no panacea for this big problem has been advanced. IDAHO: The Grand Master of Idaho makes these statements, with which we do most heartily agree: We cannot maintain the interest of any candidate unless we make our product effect and interesting, and in addition to the Ritual, we must deliver a Masonic education. We have the appropriate tools, but are we using them properly? Losses resulting from nonpayment of dues indicate that lodge programs leave something to be desired. Here again, these vary in every lodge, but each lodge must find its own solutions. Outsiders cannot resolve anything for any lodge, and if such losses are to be resolved, each lodge will have to do it for themselves. Losses resulting from nonpayment of dues also indicate that our product is not polished to perfection. No "inspired" Mason would ever be dropped for that reason, and inspired Masons are those who eventually purchase Prepaid Life Memberships. They like the personal convenience and satisfaction, and they have pride in the legacy it provides to their lodge. Brethren, how strong do we want our lodges and Freemasonry to be ... and are we willing to labor for our cause?

TAX ON EMPLOYMENT LOUISIANA: The Grand Master of Louisiana made the following statement about the payment of Social Security Tax. Exemption from income tax does not relieve the lodge from liability for Social Security Taxes or other applicable employment taxes as required. Smaller lodges who employ a Secretary not in a full-time capacity and who either remit his dues and/or pay him a token salary would not generally be liable for employment taxes, unless such salary is $50 or more in a calendar quarter. Larger lodges employing a Secretary at a larger salary are liable for Social Security on his wages. Such taxes should be forwarded to the Internal Revenue Service each quarter on Form 941. Federal Unemployment Tax and State Employment Tax must also be paid on full-time Secretaries. Beginning in 1972, employers with one employee for 20 weeks were liable. For this purpose, one day in a week constitutes a full week.

Lodges were also reminded that they are required to file the Form 990. NEW JERSEY: The following statement was made by the Grand Secretary, relative to the filing of the Form 990: M.W. Grand Master and Brethren, especially the Secretaries of the lodges, we have been receiving from the Secretaries and M.W. Brother Larsen has been receiving from the Secretaries, many, many calls for help because Internal Revenue for some reason has been sending out notices that the lodges have not filed their 990 for the year 1977 and 1979. Brethren, nothing could be further from the truth than this because all of the lodges have been included in the group return which Grand Lodge has filed for all of the constituent lodges for every year from 1970 up to the present year. You will be receiving from our Grand Lodge Office a very definitive and explanatory form letter which you can send back to the IRS with the form that you received and that

72c

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

will take care of all of the problem. We have no idea why they are now making this check, but I think it is for two years, 1977 and 1979. But fear not, Brethren, you have all been taken care of through the expertise of M.W. Brother Larsen way back in 1970. He took care of this when he got permission to file a group return. And, again, we were the first to do this. And it saved you a lot of trouble and it saved you a lot of headaches. But, Brethren, again I want you to know that we will be sending out the letter telling you how to respond to the Internal Revenue Service. So, relax, take it easy, you are all taken care of.

We are informed that after December 31, 1982 tax-exempt organizations with total income less than $25,000 will not be required to file. However, check this out.

TAX ON REAL ESTATE ILLINOIS: The Grand Lodge of Illinois heard this on the subject of taxes: Each year more lodges are receiving tax bills and in many cases the bill is for more than anticipated. Last year 389 lodges paid $352,456 in taxes. Any lodge that has not yet found themselves on the tax rolls should bear in mind that a tax bill may arrive any day and be prepared to pay it.

MINNESOTA: The following alternatives were considered by the Grand Lodge of Minnesota relative to real estate tax: I. Legislation creating tax-exempt status for all fraternal organizations, including Masons. 2. Legislation or department action to place Masonic buildings into a different classification than that of commercial, the most prevalent class for our buildings. 3. Revising our corporate structure so as to permit our Grand Lodge organization to qualify as a charitable, tax-free corporation for IRS and State Revenue purposes, and, therefore exempt from the payment of real estate taxes. Your Committee has reviewed the situation in other states, notably Wisconsin and New Jersey, and we are, also, seeking information from several otherjurisdictions. By Wisconsin law, Sec. 70.11(4), the Masonic lodges of the state are exempt from the payment of real estate taxes. In New Jersey, on the other hand, we are advised that their Grand Lodge files one return for all the subordinate lodges as well as the Grand Lodge. If a certain percentage of their collective income is given for charitable purposes, they continue to be exempt from the payment of any income or real estate taxes.

OREGON: The Committee on Government and Legislative Affairs reported to the Grand Lodge of Oregon several House Bills that would adversely affect Masonic property and buildings. The names of the proposers are also set forth. One bill was stated as follows: Requires charitable, religious and fraternal organizations exempt from property tax to pay in-lieu tax or contract for fire and police protection service if the taxing unit providing the service adopts an ordinance or resolution requiring payment. Applies to assessment years beginning on or after January I, 1982.

The following was reported to the Grand Lodge of Oregon under the heading, "Impact of State Legislation": IMPACT OF STATE LEGISLATION

Loss of our property tax exemption would have a serious effect on both the Masonic Fraternity and the State government. The initial result would be a substantial loss of our membership because of an increase in dues. In turn, this would cause a drastic reduction in the charitable expenditures now being made by the various branches of the Masonic

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

73c

Fraternity. Finally, the curtailment of these charitable expenditures would cause the state government to be faced with a financial burden far in excess of the potential taxes. Our organization is almost totally dependent on dues for our financial support. We do not carryon profit-making enterprises. The passage of this legislation would force us to increase our dues to cover taxes which are estimated at $334,669 per year as follows: Local Masonic Lodges Masonic and Eastern Star Home Shrine Temple, Portland Shrine Hospital, Portland (new building) Total estimated taxes

$153,295.00 30,240.00 12,279.00 138,855.00 $334,669.00

Our calculations indicate that the average cost of dues in a Blue Lodge, plus the Scottish Rite or York Rite and the Shrine, would increase from $76.00 to $98.52; this is an additional cost to the member of $22.52, or 29.6 percent. The majority of our members are of retirement age, and are on fixed incomes. Many of them are already struggling to cope with increases in the cost ofliving. Thus, it appears inevitable that we would suffer a sharp decline in our membership if these taxes were to be imposed. These losses in membership would force a sharp curtailment of our charitable expenditures which now total over 4 million dollars per year. It should be noted that these charitable expenditures are far in excess of the potential taxes of $334,669. If the charitable expenditures are curtailed, it is inevitable that the state would be called on to assume much of this burden. For example, the annual cost of operating the Masonic and Eastern Star Home is approximately I million dollars per year. If the Masonic Fraternity were to discontinue this program, an average of 86 persons would be added to the welfare rolls of the state. Similarly, the Shrine Hospital expenditures amount to over 2 million dollars per year. This work is widely supported by numerous gifts both from within and outside the Masonic Fraternity. The imposition of taxes would not only decrease the funds available for charity work, but would also cause a dramatic reduction in gifts, available for charity work, but would also cause a dramatic reduction in gifts, especially from wills. Finally, the state would be faced with a financial burden and an expensive delivery system which would far exceed the potential taxes on the Shrine Hospital of $138,855. There would be little if any saving to the average taxpayer by placing Masonic-owned property on the tax rolls. In 15 counties selected at random, there would be no change in the rate per $1,000 of assessed valuation in four counties, in eight counties, the rate would be decreased by one cent, and three counties could reduce the rate by two cents. Thus, on a home with an assessed valuation of $60,000, the maximum reduction in the total tax would be $1.20. Almost every family in Oregon receives benefits annually from at least one fraternal order which are far in excess of potential savings in this area. From a financial standpoint, it appears unwise and illogical for the state to make changes in the property tax exemption laws. In addition to the financial loss, there would be serious damage to the humanitarian effort now being carried on in the various communities without which many of our citizens would suffer needlessly. It has been a long-standing policy of the Federal government to grant income tax exemption to charitable organizations as a means of encouraging them to carryon charitable activities. The impact of private charities in the United States is enormous, and the various states have benefitted in that they have not been confronted with providing funds to meet these needs. The changes which have been proposed to the Oregon legislature represent a violation of the spirit of the Federal law, and would be a great deterrent to the private charity programs in Oregon.

TOURS NEW MEXICO: The Grand Lodge of New Mexico, on recommendation of the Board of Directors approved the mailing of travel brochures to its members

74c

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

by Trans National Travel Company. The expense of mailing was to be paid by the travel company.

UNUSUAL OHIO: The Grand Lodge of Ohio was faced with an unusual problem. The Deputy Grand Master and the Senior Grand Warden both died during the year, and the Junior Grand Warden found it impossible for him to advance to the office of Grand Master. Without actually electioneering for office in Grand Lodge a Past Grand Master explained the situation and proposed that the Grand Treasurer, who was not a Past Grand Warden, be elected to the station of Grand Master. The following is an account of the statement made, and regardless of whether or not you agree with it, the results of the election which followed are clear: With reference to the balloting for Grand Lodge Officers this afternoon, I have some comments for the voting representatives to this Grand Lodge. Due to the untimely deaths of our Deputy Grand Master and Senior Grand Warden, we are faced with a situation that is without precedent in this Grand Lodge. Three meetings of the Advisory Committee were held; one meeting was held of all Grand Lodge Officers and Past Grand Masters to try to solve what could be done in this very difficult situation. The natural thing would have been for RW. Brother Musser to advance two stations and assume the office ofM.W. Grand Master. Because of some very legitimate, personal reasons, this was entirely impossible; so, we had three options: To ask the present Grand Master to continue for another year; or ask some Past Grand Master to assume those duties again (and, heaven forbid, I'm sure we wouldn't want that); or, the third option was to select some other suitable person. Your lodges have received a letter from the Grand Secretary, advising you what was decided at those three meetings. After due consideration, it was decided that our Grand Treasurer, R W. Bro. Charles B. Moody, is eminently qualified under these circumstances. He is a Past District Deputy Grand Master, and has served The Grand Lodge faithfully as Grand Treasurer for some nine years, and, in that period, has sat in on all of the Advisory Committee meetings, hearing all of the remarks and recommendations of each Grand Master as the elected officers met with the policy-making committee. Now, it is a little bit different in the lodge in a similar circumstance, because in the lodge, as you know, the Code says that you must have served as a Warden before assuming the duties of Worshipful Master. In the Ancient Charges, you will find no remark about a person in a succession in the line from Warden to Grand Master. There is no place in the Code, the Constitution, or the Ancient Charges which says that you must have served as a Warden in the Grand Lodge to become Most Worshipful Grand Master. I want to make very plain to you that we are not dictating to you how to vote; we are trying to solve an almost impossible situation and are suggesting that a solution would be to vote for R W. Bro. Charles B. Moody for Grand Master. We further recommend that R W. Bro. Theodore T. Reed, Jr., Treasurer of Farmer's Bank, Pomeroy; a Past District Deputy Grand Master; and a 33째 Mason; is eminently qualified to serve the Grand Lodge of Ohio as its Grand Treasurer. These comments and suggestions are given to you as recommendations and guidance from the Advisory Committee and from all the Past Grand Masters in this difficult and unprecedented time in our Grand Lodge. However, if you will go back into the 1850s, you will find two occasions where a Grand Master was elected without having served as a Grand Warden. You retain, ofcourse, your privilege ofvoting for anyone that you see fit.

TEXAS: The newly installed Grand Master of Texas made one of the most unusual and moving installation addresses it has been our privilege to read. Among other things he said:

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

75c

You know, I feel like at this time that lowe a debt of gratitude for my Masonic heritage to some departed friends and brothers: Bro. and R.W. John T. Bean, my own blood brother, Hibbets Land, and the man who started me in this, Bro. Cotton Loftin. I think, also, that lowe a debt of gratitude to Krum Lodge No. 1207, which is now demised, because back in 1930 when my father was deceased, Krum Lodge and Stanfield Lodge, incidentally, took five children under their wings and helped us get into the Home and School. I think lowe a debt of gratitude to the Masonic Home and School itself because, after all, they gave me 11 years of good education and high school, they gave me a college education, S.M.U. and North Texas University. And I do owe a debt of gratitude to the numerous ex-students and faculty members who made all of my friendships in life possible. Those are long-time, life time friends that I made. All of this, of course, was provided by the Masons of Texas. So I think I am a very fortunate individual, and I can truly say that Horatio Alger,Jr., didn't have anything on me.

UTAH: M. W. Grand Master Frank Richard Begley presided over the Grand Lodge of Utah on February 2, 1981, but died the following day before the installation of his successor. In fact the Deputy Grand Master presided during the second day. The report said: He was installed Most Worshipful Grand Master of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Utah on February 5, 1980 and was conducting the 109th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Utah at the time of his death.

VISITATION DENIED WEST VIRGINIA: The adopted report of the Committee on Foreign Correspondence by the Grand Lodge of West Virginia contained the following: The Grand Secretary of the American Canadian Grand Lodge within the United Grand Lodge of Germany informs us that a Mr. Harvey Newton Brown of EI Paso, Texas, does not (and never has) held membership in any lodge in their jurisdiction, contrary to his claims, and his repeated use of a stamp indicating such membership. We recommend that notice be sent to the particular lodges of our Grand Jurisdiction appraising them of this irregularity and that Harvey Newton Brown be denied the right of visitation.

WELFARE OF LODGES CONNECTICUT: The Committee on Welfare of Lodges and By-Laws included the following in its report: One unusual request was received this past year, asking for the opinion of this Committee on a plan for a lodge to enter into a contract with the Internal Revenue Service for providing tax return service for the elderly. We responded by stating our belief that it would not be appropriate for a lodge to engage in such an activity, and noting that such a service for our own Masonic family is provided through the Community Services Program of the Masonic Charity Foundation. During this past year, it was learned that at least three lodges in this jurisdiction own their own temples directly, without any building corporation. This Committee has been in contact with the lodges concerned, and has provided preliminary information as to the steps to be taken to remedy this situation. This is a serious matter since, in the absence of any incorporation, each and every member of the lodge becomes individually liable for any action flowing from such property ownership. If any other lodge is in a similar position, we urge that you contact this Committee for assistance.

76c

A MASONIC REVIEW

1982

WIDOWS MAINE: The Grand Lodge of Maine calls widows, "Special Ladies," and endeavors to hold special nights for them in each lodge. The report of the Committee to Grand Lodge contained the following: At its inception, the proposed organized program for the reactivation and/or revitalization of the concerns for our "Special Ladies" appeared to be questionable. The scope and implementation created doubts even in the minds of many dedicated Masons. Today our "Special Ladies" comprise an integral part ofour Masonic Family. We could conceivably have several thousand "reborn" advocates of our Masonic principles, and certainly an enhancement of our public image. Yet realistically, we have many "fences to mend" but our concerned brethren are mending those fences to our everlasting credit and esteem. One hundred and fifty-two (152) lodges have identified their "Special Ladies" and continue to update and maintain current their lists. The information and responses from lodge Secretaries and program chairmen have been outstanding. Index cards and lists contain the names, addresses and many birthdays of 5,716 of our "Special Ladies." We have 2,100 additional names of deceased brethren who may have left widows, with a probable estimate of 1,000 more names to add to our total list. M.W. Aubrey L. Burbank's report will have attested to the effectiveness of our Grand Chaplains' performances. May God bless and guide them always. Many lodges have conducted "Special Ladies Nights," and many are scheduled for May and June wherein the "Broken Column" lapel pin will be presented. We have ordered our second 1,000.

NEW HAMPSHIRE: The Grand Lodge of New Hampshire adopted a Widow's Program: The Grand Master asked that Bro. Mayland H. Morse, Jr., R.W. Senior Grand Warden, be conducted to the East. He explained that Brother Morse had been assigned the responsibility of developing a Masonic Widows' Program which could be adopted for use in the Grand Lodge of New Hampshire. Brother Morse stated that the purpose of such a program was to extend the hand of fellowship and guidance to the widow of a Master Mason, and to let her know tt'lat she is still remembered as one of our Masonic Family. Brother Morse stated that the program which had been developed for implementation in the Grand Lodge of New Hampshire had been patterned after the highly successful program which had been formulated by the Grand Lodge of Maine. He then introduced Bro. Edwin George, Past Master of Saint John's Lodge No. 51, South Berwick, Maine, who was in charge of the Widows' Program in the Grand Lodge of Maine. Brother George briefly outlined the program and pointed out the many benefits derived by those lodges which had adopted the program. He noted that it was one of his Grand Lodge's most rewarding ventures, and that it provided the opportunity to fulfill an obligation to a Brother Master Mason's widow which might have otherwise been forgotten. At the conclusion of his talk, the Grand Master announced that he would be available in one of the main social rooms during the noon recess to answer questions about the program in Maine. Brother Morse then pointed out our often repeated promise to "help, aid and assist all poor and distressed Brother Master Masons, their WIDOWS and orphans." He then moved that the following Resolution be adopted: Resolved, that this Grand Lodge adopt and sponsor a program for Masonic Widows that may be voluntarily accepted and implemented by all regular lodges within this Jurisdiction.

The Resolution was duly seconded and unanimously adopted.

INDEX Advertising: 3c Alaska: 4c Annual Proceedings: 6c Autry, Gene: 7c Awards: 7c

Jewels and Medals: 38c; 63c Knights of Columbus: 39c Landmarks: 39c Library: 42c Life Membership: 43c Liquor: 49c Lodge Committees: 51c Lodge Programs: 51c Lodgeroom use: 52c

Bingo: 8c Board of Relief: 8c Buildings: 8c California and Baja: 9c Can a Warden dimit?: IOc Centennial: IOc Charity: Ilc Citizenship: 12c Computers: 13c Condition of the Craft: 13c Consolidation: 15c Cornerstone: 16c Cooperation: 16c Crossroads session: 17c Cruises: 17c Cuba: 17c

Mason from Missouri: 53c Mason at Sight: 58c Masonic Homes: 58c Membership: 60c Order of Alaskan Walrus: 62c Order of Eastern Star: 62c Out of Lodge: 62c P.G.M. Jewels: 63c Petition other bodies: 63c Prince Hall: 64c Print shop: 66c Publications: 66c Publicity: 67c

Dinner Fund: 19c Dress Code: 20c Dual Membership: 20c Edicts and decisions: 21 c Education: 20c

Question of membership: 68c Retirement of Grand Lodge officers: 69c Ritual: 69c Road signs: 70c

Fellowcraft Degree: 21c Fifty year ceremony: 25c Financial: 26c Form of Petition: 26c Fraternal relations: 26c Fraternal Reviews: 28c Freemasonry and law: 29c

Spain: 70c Student Loans: 70c Suspension N.P.D.: 7lc Tax on employment: 71c Tax on real estate: 72c Tours: 73c

Games of chance: 31c George Washington Memorial: 31c Grand Masters' Conference: 33c Grand Representatives: 33c

Unusual: 74c

Historical: 33c

Visitation denied: 75c

Indian Degree Team: 38c Iran: 38c

Welfare of Lodges: 75c Widows: 76c

77c

INDEX TO 1982 PROCEEDINGS ADDRESS OF GRAND MASTER

~~~~~~:: ~:~:~:~ ::~:: . ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::

56 57 A Change to "Hit the Ground Running" . 17 Conclusion . 55 Decisions Involving Questions of Masonic Law and Usage . 47 Dedications and Cornerstones . 52 Development and Introduction of Action Programs . 18 District Deputy Grand Masters . 38 The Eastern Star and the Masonic Home . 29 EDICT Requiring Constituent Lodge to Adopt a Charitable By-Law . 21 Effective Use of Limited Communication Opportunities . 16 First Application of Section 7.230 for Failure of a Lodge to Be Represented at Two Consecutive Grand Lodge Communications . 44 Goal of Changing Attitudes . 11 Grand Lecturer and Grand Lecturer System . 25 The Grand Lodge and the Eastern Star . 32 Grand Master's Parade . 54 Healings . 45 I CAN "T.O.P. M.A.G.I.C." . 19 I CAN "S.E.W. A S.E.E.D." . 19 An Insight (0 Ritual Proficiency . 39 Keynote . 11 Lack of Continuity . 34 Leadership Preparation and Goal Conferences . 39 Masonic Boards of Relief . 37 Meetings of Appendant and Associated Masonic Bodies . 53 Office of Grand Master . 33 Office of Grand Secretary and Administration . 35 . 55 161st Annual Communication An Overview of "Long Term" Fiscal Awareness . 22 A Positive Approach to Changing Attitudes . 12 Preparation for a Year of Changing Attitudes . 12 . 52 Removal of a Grand Lodge Officer Request for Compliance . 51 Trial Commissions . 51 25th ANNIVERSARY RE-DEDICATION of Truman Library and Participation in Its Traditional Annual July 4th Celebration . 53 The Western Unit of The Masonic Home . 27 youth . 52 ALPHABETICAL LIST OF LODGES . 183 AMENDMENT OF CONSTITUTION: ARTICLE II, Section 2 - REJECTED 157 AMENDMENT OF CONSTITUTION: ARTICLE V, Section 2 Proposed at 1982 Annual Communication to Lie Over for Action at 1983 Annual Communication . 153 AMENDMENTS OF BY-LAWS ADOPTED BY GRAND LODGE AT 1982 .' Annual Communication In re: Section 7.230(c). Forfeiture of Charter and Suspension of Function . 157 In re: Section 11.050. MEMBERSHIP OF MEMBERS . 160 In re: Sections 16.110-16.190. MULTIPLE MEMBERSHIP . 160 In re: Section 25.140. PUBLIC PROCESSIONS AND EVENTS . 159 AMENDMENT OF BY-LAWS REJECTED BY GRAND LODGE AT 1982 Annual Communication

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1982

In re: Section 2.050(e). GRAND LECTURER AMENDMENTS OF BY-LAWS PROPOSED AT 1982 Annual Communication to Lie Over for Action at 1983 Annual Communication In re: Section 3.110. DISASTER RELIEF In re: Section 35.010. ADDITIONAL SECTION In re: Section 35.020. CHANGE OR REPEAL ANNOUNCEMENT OF M.W. GRAND MASTER-ELECT EARL K. DILLE TIME and PLACE of 162nd Annual Communication - September 1983 APPOINTMENTS BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCH OF GRAND MASTER WILLIAM.J. HILL . BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI (1981-1982) BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI (1982-1983) CALL FROM LABOR 57, CALL TO LABOR 58, CEREMONIAL PRESENTATION - I CAN "S.E.W. A S.E.E.D." PROGRAM (~LOSING

157 154 153 154 152 173 76 179 113 114 113 175

DILLE, EARL K. - GRAND MASTER 1982-1983 Announcement of TIME and PLACE of 1983 Grand Lodge Session 152 Installation Address 174 Photograph 226 Remarks 9, 159 Report of Masonic Home 58 DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND LECTURERS (1982-1983) 180 DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND MASTERS (1982-1983) 180 EDICT OF MOST WORSHIPFUL GRAND MASTER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 ELECTION OF GRAND LODGE OFFICERS 58, III ELECTION OF MASONIC HOME DIRECTORS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 FIFTY-YEAR BUTTONS PRESENTED DURING YEAR 1981-1982 132 GIFTS PRESENTED TO M.W. GRAND MASTER EARL K. DILLE 174 GRAND LODGE OFFICERS (1981-1982) AND (1982-1983) .................................................. 3, 5, 173, 176, Back Cover THE GRAND MASTER COMMENDS THE GRAND SECRETARY 173 GRAND REPRESENTATIVES APPOINTED AND RECOMME;'IJDED 125 GRAND REPRESENTATIVES TO AND FROM MISSOURI 223 GRAND SECRETARY'S TABULAR STATEMENT 189 HILL, WILLIAM J. - GRAND MASTER 1981-1982 Address 11 Announcements 168, 170 i Biographical Sketch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Photograph Frontispiece Presentation and Introduction 5 Remarks 6, 8, 156 HONOR LODGES - GRAND LODGE ACHIEVEMENT AWARD 81 INSTALLATION Installing Officers 173 Grand Lodge Officers for 1982-1983 173 INTRODUCTIONS Board of Directors and Staff of Masonic Home of Missouri 8 District Deputy Grand Lecturers 8 District Deputy Grand Masters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Grand Lodge Officers 1981-1982 5 Grand Masters of Other Grand Lodges 7 Grand Officers of Other Grand Lodges 7 Past Grand Masters of Missouri 6 Past Grand Treasurer and Past Grand Lecturer 8 Representatives of Appendant Organizations of Missouri. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

JURISPRUDENCE COMMITTEE - PROPOSALS OF BY-LAW AMENDMENTS In re: Section 3.110. Disaster Relief 154 In re: Section 35.010. Additional Section 153 In re: Section 35.020. Change or Repeal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 154 JURISPRUDENCE COMMITEE - REPORT On Dispensations 152 On Consents and Permissions 152 On Decisions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 163 On Healing Orders 152 On Proposed STANDING RESOLUTION 152 On Proposed Amendment of Constitution In re: ARTICLE II, Section 2. Proxies - How Appointed - Duties Of ... 154 On Proposed Amendments of By-Laws In re: Section 2.050(e). Grand Lecturer 157 In re: Section 7.230(c). Forfeiture of Charter and Suspension of Function 155 In re: Section 11.050. Membership of Members 160 In re: Section 16.110-16.190. MULTIPLE MEMBERSHIP 160 In re: Section 25.140. Public Processions and Events 159 Remarks of Chairman Herbert C. Hoffman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 155 LODGE DIRECTORY BY DISTRICTS 204 MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI - REPORT 59 Officers, Directors, Staff (1981-1982) 76 Officers, Directors, Staff (1982-1983) 179 "A MASONIC REVIEW" 3c MESSAGES AND GREETINGS 10 MISSOURI LODGE OF RESEARCH Report 96 Officers 1982-1983 179 M.W. GRAND MASTER WM. J. HILL TO R.W. DEPUTY GRAND MASTER EARL K. DILLE 173 NOMINATIONS FOR MASONIC HOME BOARD......................... 10 OPENING............................................................... 5 PAST GRAND MASTERS OF MISSOURI, LIVING 180 PAST GRAND TREASURER 180 PAST GRAND SECRETARY 180 PAST GRAND LECTURER 180 PHOTOGRAPHS Grand Master William J. Hill (1981-1982) Frontispiece Grand Master Earl K. Dille (1982-1983) 226 Grand Lodge Officers (1981-19R2) 2 Members of Board of Directors - Masonic Ilome of Missouri and ~fembers of Adivisory Board - Order of the Eastern Star. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 75 PRESENTATION OF RESOLUTIOJ\:S In re: Mrs. Harry S Truman 112 In re: STANDING RESOLUTION 110 In re: I CAN "S.E.W. A S.E.E.D." Charity Program 110 In re: Section 7.230(c). Forfeiture of Charter and Suspension of Function 155 PRESEJ\:TATIONS TO GRAND MASTER EARL K. DILLE 174 PRESENTATIONS TO M.W. BROTHER WILLIAM.J. HILL 174 PROFICIENCY CERTIFICATES AND CARDS Rfi PROPOSED AMENDMENTS OF BY-LAWS FOR ACTIO:'\J IN 1983 In re: Section 3.110. DISASTER RELIEF. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 154 In re: Section 35.010. ADDITIONAL SECTION 153 In re: Section 35.020. CHANGE or REPEAL 154

1982

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF CONSTITUTION FOR ACTION IN 1983 In re: ARTICLE V, Section 2. ALTERATION OF CONSTITUTION - HOW CONSUMMATED RECOGNITION OF BROTHER JACK A FURLONG RECOGNITION OF SERVICES OF WOR. BROTHER JACK J. STOTTLEMYRE REMARKS: M.W. Grand Master William J. Hill ... 6, 8, R.W. Deputy Grand Master Earl K. Dille 9, M.W. Past Grand Master Walter L. Walker 5, 158, M.W. Past Grand Master J. Edwin Blinn RW. Grand Lecturer Emeritus Freelon K. Hadley M.W. Grand Master Robert G. Jackson of Kansas M.Wo Grand Master Thomas T. Elkins of Louisiana M.W. Grand Master John T. Pigg of Tennessee ... R.W. Deputy Grand Master Robert R Stevens of Indiana RW. Grand Senior Warden R. H. Bob Waters of Texas Sovereign Grand Inspector General Walter C. Ploeser M.E. Grand High Priest James H. Miller M.1. Grand Master Ronald R. Bielby REo Grand Commander Austin G. Felton State Master Councilor of DeMolay Mark Squibb Illustrious Potentate Fred M. Harle - Ararat Temple o. R.W. Brother Charles M. Benedict, Wellston Lodge No. 613 RW. Brother Earl F.Bowman, Gate City Lodge No. 522 Wor. Brother James O. Donaldson, Overland Lodge No. 623 Wor. Brother John T. Finley, Kirkwood Lodge No. 484 o. Wor. Brother Don Flanders, Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446 Brother Dan Fleschner, Mechanicsville Lodge No. 260 .. , R.W. Brother Carl Herbert, Maplewood Lodge No. 566 .. Brother Paul Huddle, Koshkonong Lodge No. 582 R.W. Brother Dale A. Ludwig, Aigabil Lodge No. 544 Brother David Richardson, Berming Lodge No. 150 Wor. Brother Leroy T. Soperla, Vincil Lodge No. 62 Wor. Brother Kenneth Tebbe, Progress Lodge No. 657 REPORT OF AUDITOR. REPORT OF GRAND LECTURER REPORT OF GRAND SECRETARy Fifty-Year Button Recipients. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. REPORT OF GRAND TREASURER REPORT OF THE MASONIC HOME REPORT OF MISSOURI LODGE OF RESEARCH o. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES: Appeals and Grievances Building Supervisory Board By-Laws Chartered Lodges . 0

••••••••••••

•••

•••••••••••

••••••••••••••••••••••••••

•

•••

•

••••••••••••••••••••••

•

••

•

••

•

••

•••••••••••••

••

•••••••••••••

••••••••••••••••

••••••••••

•

•••••••

••••

•••

•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

•

00.0

••••••••

•••••••••••••••••••

•••••

••••••••••••••••••••

0.00

•••••••••

••

•••••••

0000

••••••••••••

••••••••••••••••

•

00000

••••••••••••

•••••••••••••••••••••••

•

••

•

••

•••••••••••

••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

•

••

153 170 172 156 159 170 157 159 122 III III 123 168 7 152 152 152 122 170 158 156 158 158 159 156 158 156 158 159 159 156 147 83 123 132 122 58 96 120 120 122 102

C~,~e~:s~~~;~e~i~~': .:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: ~~

Credentials 6, Entertainment of Distinguished Guests George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association Grand Lodge Office Building Grand Master's Address. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Grand Master's Parade 0

•••••••

•

••

•••••••••••••••••

••••••••

•

••

•

••

•

170 171 119 97 77 168

1982

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Jurisdiction Jurisprudence Lodges Under Dispensation Masonic Board of Relief Masonic Education Honor Lodges Mileage and Per Diem Necrology Public Relations Public Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Recognition of Foreign Grand Lodges , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Relief and Charity Ritual Proficiency Certificates and Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Ways and Means Budget for Year October 15, 1982-0ctober 14, 1983 Youth RESOLUTIONS: Felicitations and Good Wishes for Mrs. Harry S Truman. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. In re: I CAN "S.E.W. A S.E.E.D." Charity Program In re: Section 7.230(c) In re: STANDING RESOLUTION SPECIAL COMMITTEES (1982-1983) STANDING COMMITTEES (1982-1983)

5d 105 152 111 99 78 80 172 114 151 101 99 98 85 86 166 166 122 112 110 155 110 178 177

OFFICERS

Grand Lodge of Missouri 1982-1983 EARL K. DILLE

M. W. Grand Master 27 Dunleith Drive. St. Louis 63131 ROBERT J. CREDE Deputy Grand Master Route 2, Jefferson City 65101 VERN H. SCHNEIDER Senior Grand Warden 100 North Broadway, Suite 700, St. Louis 63102 CHARLES E. SCHEURICH Junior Grand Warden 124 Meadow Lane, Columbia 65201 W. MARION LUNA . Grand Treasurer c/o Bank of Piedmont, P.O. Box 398, Piedmont 63957-1398 FRANK A. ARNOLD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Grand Secretary 800 Highway 63 North. Columbia 65201-6697. Telephone: 314-474-8561 STANTON T. BROWN Grand Lecturer Route I, Box 225, Buckner 64016 P. VINCENT KINKEAD . Senior Grand Deacon Route 2, Box 243, Farmington 63640 WILLIAM H. WISBROCK Junior Grand Deacon 733 Landscape Ave., Webster Groves 63119 THOMAS K. MCGUIRE, Jr. Senior Grand Steward 2522 South Glendale Avenue, Springfield 65804 ROBERT D. JENKINS Junior Grand Steward 7741 Troost, Kansas City 64131 THOMAS C. WARDEN Senior Grand MarshalL P.O. Box 540, Owensville 65066-0540 RALPH O. KOLB . Junior Grand Marshal 8825 Anchorage Lane, St. Louis 63126 HARRISON H. HALBE Grand Sword Bearer 7230 Forestate Drive, St. Louis 63123 LAWRENCE H. SMITH Grand Pursuivant 9854 Kimber, St. Louis 63127 THE REV. CARL L. RADFORD Grand Chaplain 2334 South Dollison, Springfield 65807 THE REV. CECIL H. HURT Grand Chaplain 400 Crestview Drive, Union 63084 THE REV. ERNEST H. WOTRING, JR. . . Grand Chaplain Route I, Box 47, Conway 65632 THE REV. RICHARD A. BEHR Grand Chaplain 4025 Pennsylvania Avenue, St. Louis 63118 CHARLES GOODMAN Grand Chaplain #10 Millstone Campus, Apt. D307, St. Louis 63146 THE REV. CHARLES W. MILLER Grand Chaplain 13036 Geranium Court, St. Louis 63146 THE REV. ALLEN L. VANCIL ......... . . Grand Chaplain 511 Carleton, Caruthersville 63830 HENRY C. COLTERYAHN Grand Orator 1056-B Forest Lakes Drive, Apt. 109, Naples, Florida 33942 CHARLES G. SCHOTT, JR. Grand Orator 918 Tirrill Farms Road, St. Louis 63124 JOHN W. SISCEL Grand Tiler 3608 Holt Avenue, St. Louis 63116 The 162nd Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge will be held at Saint Louis Missouri, beginning on Monday, September 26, 1983.