1985 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-Fourth Annual Communication •

September 30 and October 1, 1985, A.L. 5985

BIOGRAPHICAL VERN H. SCHNEIDER Grand Master 1984-1985 The 139th Grand Master is a member of the "Truman Line." M.W. Brother Vern H. Schneider was born May 1, 1924, at Wilder, Kansas. He was educated in the public schools and graduated from high school at Bonner Springs, Kansas in 1941. His college career at the University of Kansas was interrupted by more than three years of service in the United States Army during World War II. While in the Army he studied engineering at the University of San Francisco and pre-dentistry at Stanford University. He served overseas in Germany for over a year in the Allied Military Government and following the war attended school in England. He received an A.B. Degree at the University of Kansas in 1947 and continued graduate studies there. Academic honors included election to Phi Beta Kappa and Pi Sigma Alpha (Political Science). He studied law at Harvard Law School, where he received an LL.B. Degree in 1950. He has practiced law in St. Louis since that time. Brother Schneider married the former Nada Sue Roberson of Mexico, Missouri, in 1955. They have three children: Lawrence, Susan, and Sarah. He was raised in Tuscan Lodge No. 360 at Saint Louis on June 26, 1956, and served as Worshipful Master of that lodge in 1964. He was District Deputy Grand Master, 33rd Masonic District, Division A, in 1965-66. He was Chairman of the Credentials Committee of the Grand Lodge from 1966 to 1972 and a Member of the Board of Directors of the Masonic Home of Missouri from 1971 to 1975. He served as President of the Masonic Home Board for 1983-1984. He was appointed to the advancing line of Grand Lodge Officers in 1976 by M.W. Brother Fielding A. Poe. Brother Schneider's memberships in appendant bodies include: the Scottish Rite Valley of Saint Louis; St. Louis-Missouri Chapter No.1, R.A.M.; Hiram Council, Cryptic Masons; Ivanhoe Commandery No.8, K.T.; St. Louis Conclave, Red Cross of Constantine; Royal Order of Scotland: Allied Masonic Degrees, Ray V. Denslow Chapter; Moolah Shrine Temple: Alhambra Grotto; Missouri Lodge of Research; Square Club of Saint Louis; and the Wardens' and Masters' Club of Saint Louis and Saint Louis County. He is a past Wise Master of Saint Louis Chapter Rose Croix, a past Membership Chairman for the Scottish Rite Valley of Saint Louis and continues to be an active member of the Rose Croix Funeral Team. He was invested as a Knight Commander of the Court of Honour in 1967; and he was coroneted as an Honorary Inspector General 33째 in 1973. He has also received the Honorary Legion of Honor of the Order of DeMolay. He has been active in community activities and belongs to various professional and social organizations. A long-time leader in Central Presbyterian Church at Clayton, he has been an Elder in that church since 1959 and has

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chaired numerous sessional committees. He was Clerk of the Session for several years and at various times served as Sunday School teacher, President of the Men of the Church, and Budget Chairman. Brother Schneider's hobbies are jogging, mountain climbing, and baseball.

GRAND LODGE Ancient, Free and Accepted

Masons of the State of Missouri • Official Proceedings One Hundred Sixty-Fourth Annual Communication •

September 30 and October L 1985, A.L. 5985

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Grand Lodge of Missouri 1984-1985 VERN H. SCHNEIDER ••••••••••..••••••••....•.••.••...•.. M.W. Grand Master 100 North Broa~_way. Suite 700. St. Louis 63102 CHARLES E. SCHEURICH Deputy Grand Master 124 Meadow Lane, Columbia 65203 P. VINCENT KINKEAD Senior Grand Warden Route 2, Box 243, Farmington 63640 WILLIAM H. WISBROCK Junior Grand Warden 733 Landscape Avenue, Webster Groves 63119 W. MARION LUNA Grand Treasurer 125 South Main Street, Piedmont 63957 FRANK A. ARNOLD ••••••••••••••••••••..••••••••••••••••••••• Grand Secretary 800 Highway 63 North. Columbia 65201·6697 STANTON T. BROWN Grand Lecturer Route 1, Box 225, Buckner 64016 THOMAS K. MCGUIRE, Jr Senior Grand Deacon 2522 South Glendale Avenue, Springfield 65804 ROBERT D. JENKINS Junior Grand Deacon 7741 Troost Avenue, Kansas City 64131 THOMAS C. WARDEN Senior Grand Steward P.O. Box 540, Owensville 65066 DANIEL F. COLE /unior Grand Steward 207 West Haven Street, Jefferson City 6510 D. ROBERT DOWNEY Senior Grand Marshal 13006 Musket Court, St. Louis 63146 MARTIN B. TOYBES .junior Grand Marshal 1116 Chantal Lane, St. Louis 63132 ALBERT J. ELFRANK .. , Grand Sword Bearer Route 2, Advance 63730 D. ELDON TURNBULL Grand Pursuivant Route 3, Box 257, Troy 63379 THE REV. CARL L. RADFORD Grand Chaplain 2334 South Dollison Avenue, Springfield 65807 THE REV. CECIL H. HURT Grand Chaplain Route 1, Box 118, Auxvasse 65231 CHARLES GOODMAN Grand Chaplain :# 10 Millstone Campus, St. Louis 63146 THE REV. RONALD R. BOLLINGER Grand Chaplain 615 North Mill Street, Festus 63028 THE REV. ELMER E. REVELLE Grand Chaplain 810 South Grant St., Desloge 63601 THE REV. ALLEN L. VANCIL Grand Chaplain 205 Duff Street, Macon 63552 THE REV. RONALD E. WOOD, JR. Grand Chaplain P.O. Box 474, Clinton 64735 FREDERICK M. WOODRUFF Grand Orator 680 Hawbrook Avenue, Glendale 63122 O. WESLEY KONERING Grand Tiler 9631 Old Bonhomme Road, Olivette 63132

One Hundred Sixty-Fourth Annual Communication ORGAN SELECTIONS. EMIL E. CORTE

The Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri convened in the One Hundred Sixty-Fourth Annual Communication on Monday and Tuesday, September 30 and October 1, 1985 in the Auditorium of the Scottish Rite Cathedral at 3633 Lindell Boulevard, Saint Louis, Missouri. M.W. Past Grand Master Fielding A. Poe called the Grand Lodge to order for the entrance and presentation of the Most Worshipful Grand Master and the other Grand Lodge Officers. M.W. Brother Poe introduced the following Grand Lodge Officers, who entered the Auditorium and proceeded to their respective stations: Grand Tiler - RW. Brother O. Wesley Konering, Olivette Grand Orator - RW. Brother Frederick M. Woodruff, Glendale Grand Chaplain - R.W. Brother Allen L. Vancil, Macon Grand Chaplain - R.W. Brother Elmer E. Revelle, Desloge Grand Chaplain - RW. Brother Cecil H. Hurt, Auxvasse Grand Chaplain - R.W. Brother Charles Goodman, Saint Louis Grand Chaplain - R.W. Brother Ronald R. Bollinger, Festus Grand Sword Bearer - R.W. Brother Albert J. Elfrank, Advance Junior Grand Marshal- RW. Brother Martin B. Toybes, Saint Louis Senior Grand Marshal- R.W. Brother D. Robert Downey, Saint Louis Junior Grand Steward - RW. Brother Daniel F. Cole, Jefferson City Senior Grand Steward - RW. Brother Thomas C. Warden, Owensville Junior Grand Deacon - RW. Brother Robert D. Jenkins, Kansas City Senior Grand Deacon - R.W. Brother Thomas K. McGuire, Jr., Springfield Grand Lecturer - R.W. Brother Stanton T. Brown, Buckner Grand Secretary - RW. Brother Frank A. Arnold, Boonville Grand Treasurer - RW. Brother W. Marion Luna, Piedmont Junior Grand Warden - RW. Brother William H. Wisbrock, Webster Groves Senior Grand Warden - R.W. Brother P. Vincent Kinkead, Farmington Deputy Grand Master - R.W. Brother Charles E. Scheurich, Columbia

Present at later sessions of the Annual Communication: Grand Chaplain -

R. W. Brother Carl L. Radford, Springfield

Not in attendance for the Grand Lodge Communication: Grand Pursuivant - RW. Brother D. Eldon Turnbull, Troy Grand Chaplain - R.W. Brother Ronald E. Wood, Jr., Clinton

M.W. Brother Poe called up the Grand Lodge for the reception of the Most Worshipful Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri - Most Worshipful Brother Vern H. Schneider of Saint Louis. The Grand Lodge welcomed Most Worshipful Brother

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Schneider with voluminous applause as he entered the Auditorium and proceeded to his station in the East. The Senior Grand Marshal led the Grand Lodge in according the Grand Master with the Grand Honors. M.W. BROTHER POE: Most Worshipful Sir, just a year ago I presented you this gavel for the start of a great year. That year is rapidly drawing to a close. It has been a great year; and it is my privilege to give it to you again, that you might use it in your skillful manner that so many of us have observed the past year. There are still some waiting to see how skillful you are with it, Most Worshipful. M.W. GRAND MASTER SCHNEIDER: M.W. Brother Poe, I deeply appreciate your having served in the efficient manner that you did this morning as you announced all these distinguished Officers. And I appreciate the fact that you have given me this gavel. As I recall, I have gotten up to one lesson so far; I think that it says that you are to apply it to the nearest piece of wood and see what happens. (Rap of gavel seated the Grand Lodge.) M.W. BROTHER SCHNEIDER: Good morning, Brethren. It is ajoy to see all of you. I trust that we are going to have another great Grand Lodge Session of the Grand Lodge of Missouri. OPENING

M.W. Grand Master Vern H. Schneider, with the other Grand Officers, opened the One Hundred Sixty-Fourth Annual Communication ofthe Grand Lodge on the Degree of Master Mason in accordance with Missouri Ritual. R.W. Grand Chaplain Ronald R. Bollinger offered prayer. M.W. GRAND MASTER SCHNEIDER: My Brethren, what ajoy and privilege it is for us to share the privilege of being citizens of the United States of America. On the 17th day of this month, we celebrated the 198th Anniversary of the Constitution of the United States - that document which has stood as a beacon to freedom loving people around the world. May it ever continue to be so. That we might better demonstrate our allegiance to the Flag and everything that it stands for, may we now join together in the Pledge of Allegiance, after which we shall sing the first verse of Our National Anthem. INTERIM REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON CREDENTIALS

R.W. Brother Ray Hilton, Chairman, presented the interim report of the Committee on Credentials. To the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri: BRETHREN: Your Committee on Credentials is pleased to report that a constitutional number of subordinate lodges is present. Respectfully submitted, RAY HILTON, Chairman. INTRODUCTION OF MOST WORSIUPFUL PAST GRAND MASTERS OF MISSOURI

R.W. Senior Grand Deacon Thomas K. McGuire, Jr. presented and introduced the Past Grand Masters in attendance: M.W. Brother Harold O. Grauel (1959-1960), Cape Girardeau M.W. Brother Bruce H. Hunt (1960-1961), Kirksville

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Brother Elvis A. Mooney (1968-1969), Bloomfield Brother J. Morgan Donelson (1969-1970), Princeton Brother William H Chapman (1970-1971), Webster Groves Brother Walter L. Walker (1973-1974), Neosho Brother Herman A. Orlick (1974-1975), Glendale Brother Fielding A. Poe (1976-1977), Florissant Brother J. C. Montgomery, Jr. (1978-1979), Saint Louis Brother]. Edward Blinn (1980-1981), Marshfield Brother William]. Hill (1981-1982), Kansas City Brother Earl K. Dille (1982-1983), Saint Louis Brother Robert]. Crede (1983-1984), Jefferson City

M.W. GRAND MASTER SCHNEIDER: Most Worshipful Brethren, each one of you has had a significant part in helping to establish the magnificent tradition of the Grand Lodge of Missouri. Each one of you has left a very distinctive and precious mark upon Freemasonry as we know it in this jurisdiction. We shall be forever indebted to you. We regret that one of our dear brothers, who had planned to be with us this morning - M.W. Brother A. Basey Vanlandingham - could not be in that line. He is seriously ill at this time; he is at home. May God put his healing hand upon Basey. Led by the Senior Grand Marshal, the Grand Lodge saluted the Past Grand Masters with the Grand Honors. The Senior Grand Deacon escorted the Past Grand Masters to their seats by way of the East where the Grand Master and the Deputy Grand Master extended their personal handclasps of greeting. M.W. Brother Harold O. Grauel responded to the welcome for the Missouri Past Grand Masters. INTRODUCTION OF GRAND MASTERS AND PAST GRAND MASTERS OF OTHER GRAND LODGES

R.W. Junior Grand Deacon Robert D. Jenkins presented and introduced the Grand Masters and the Past Grand Masters of other Grand Lodges: M.W. Brother Nelson, Past Grand Master of Arizona and a Multiple Member of Galena Lodge No. 515 at Galena, Missouri M.W. Brother James Dunn, Grand Master of Colorado M.W. Brother E. Gene Ross, Grand Master of lllinois M.W. Brother George R Tolen, Grand Master of Indiana M.W. Brother Harold D. Paschal, Grand Master of Iowa M.W. Brother Arris M. Johnson, Grand Master of Kansas M.W. Brother Robert A. Metcalf, Grand Master of Nebraska M.W. Brother Paul R Pierce, Past Grand Master and Grand Secretary of Nebraska

The Grand Lodge accorded the Grand Masters and the Past Grand Masters of other Grand Jurisdictions the Grand Honors, after which they were conducted to the East for the personal welcomes of the Grand Master and the Deputy Grand Master. INTRODUCTION OF GRAND OFFICERS OF OTHER GRAND LODGES

R.W. Senior Grand Steward Thomas C. Warden presented and introduced the Grand Officers of Sister Grand Jurisdictions: R.W. Brother Mitchell R Miller, Grand Marshal of Alaska RW. Brother Raymond E. Petersen, Grand Secretary of Colorado

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R.W. Brother Tom Eggleston, Grand Secretary of Iowa R.W. Brother Albert O. Arnold, Jr., Grand Secretary of Kansas R.W. Brother John E. Shaver, Grand Secretary of Oklahoma R.W. Brother George A. Wallace, Deputy Grand Master of Wisconsin R.W. Brother Stewart M. L. Pollard, Executive Secretary of the Masonic Service Association of the United States

After the welcome of M.W. Grand Master Schneider, the Grand Officers of other Grand Lodges were conducted to the East for the personal greeting of the Grand Master and the Deputy Grand Master. INTRODUCTION OF THE REPRESENTATIVES OF THE BODIES OF THE MASONIC FAMILY OF MISSOURI

R.W. junior Grand Steward Daniel F. Cole presented and introduced the Representatives of the Appendant and Adoptive Organizations affiliated with the Masonic Family of Missouri: R.W. Brother Leslie F. Denney, Chairman of the Valley of Saint Louis Advisory Conference representing R.W. Brother Walter C. Ploeser, Sovereign Grand Inspector General of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Orient of Missouri Brother James M. Williams, Most Excellent Grand High Priest of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Missouri Brother Donald L. Hiatte, Right Eminent Grand Commander of the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of Missouri Wor. Brother George A. Jursch, Worthy Grand Patron of the Grand Chapter of Missouri, Order of the Eastern Star Brother Lawrence A. Taylor, President of the Missouri Association of High Twelve Clubs

M.W. Grand Master Schneider greeted the Representatives of the Affiliated Organizations of Missouri, after which they were conducted to the East for the personal welcomes of the Grand Master and the Deputy Grand Master. INTRODUCTION OF THE DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND MASTERS

RW. Senior Grand Marshal D. Robert Downey presented the District Deputy Grand Masters, who stood at their seats in the Auditorium to receive the words of appreciation of M.W. Grand Master Schneider and the applause of welcome of the Grand Lodge. INTRODUCTION OF THE DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND LECTURERS

RW. Grand Lecturer Stanton T. Brown presented the District Deputy Grand Lecturers, who stood at their seats in the Auditorium to receive his words of appreciation, the personal greetings of the Grand Master, and the applause of welcome of the Grand Lodge. RW. Brother Brown gave special recognition to RW. Brother Lee B. Turner who has served 30 years as the District Deputy Grand Lecturer of the 15th Masonic District and to R.W. Brother Virgil W. Slaughter who had served as both the District Deputy Grand Master and the District Deputy Grand Lecturer of the 13th Masonic District and who attains the distinguished status of Fifty-Year Master Mason this week. INTRODUCTION OF EMERITUS GRAND TREASURER

R.W. junior Grand Marshal Martin B. Toybes escorted Grand Treasurer Emeritus William H. Utz,jr. to the altar. M.W. Grand Master Vern H. Schnei-

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der and R.W. Deputy Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich greeted and welcomed R.W. Brother Utz. The Grand Lodge recognized his long service with applause. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF M.W. GRAND MASTER VERN H. SCHNEIDER

M.W. GRAND MASTER SCHNEIDER: My Brethren, it is with a heavy heart that I report to you that our beloved Grand Lecturer Emeritus Right Worshipful Freelon K. Hadley was unable to be with us today. We believe that this is the first Grand Lodge Session which he has missed since 1938. He lies gravely ill. Your prayers are earnestly solicited, not only for him but also for his wife Judy. May God's loving hands care for them. We also have in attendance today the Brother who is the Grand Representative of the Grand Lodge of Missouri near the Grand Lodge of Oregon: Brother John W. Wood. Brother Wood, will you stand so that we can welcome you with a round of applause. INTRODUCTION OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND THE STAFF OF THE MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI

R.W. Deputy Grand Master and President of the Masonic Home Board of Directors Charles E. Scheurich presented and introduced: R.W. Brother Carl I. Stein, Acting Executive Director and Secretary to the Board of Directors M.W. Brother Fielding A. Poe, Co-ordinator of Fraternal Relations Wor. Brother James H. Cobban, Member RW. Brother Lawrence N. Weenick, Member R.W. Brother D. Robert Downey, Member R.W. Brother Albert J. Elfrank, Member R.W. Brother William H. Wisbrock, Member RW. Brother P. Vincent Kinkead, Member R.W. Brother Thomas L. McGuire. Jr., Member M.W. Brother Vern H. Schneider, Honorary Chairman of the Board of Directors

R.W. Brother Scheurich made special mention of the two members of the Board who retire at this time: R.W. Brother Albert J. Elfrank and R.W. Brother D. Eldon Turnbull. R.W. Brother Scheurich presented a Certificate of Appreciation to R.W. Brother Elfrank in recognition of the four years of faithful service as a Member of the Masonic Home Board. A similar certificate will be presented to R.W. Brother D. Eldon Turnbull at a later date. RECOGNmON OF LODGES OF MERIT AND PRESENTATION OF GRAND MASTER'S AWARDS

M.W. GRAND MASTER SCHNEIDER: Brethren, did you ever see a dream come to reality? We have seen it happen in Missouri this year. For over ten years we have been dreaming about extending the arm of service of the Masonic Home of Missouri all across the State. Since 1889 our Masonic Home has been situated in Saint Louis. We care for three hundred guests there; our service is second to none. And now, we have just completed our new Western Unit of the Masonic Home which is located in Jackson County,just east of Kansas City - a mighty approbation of the strength of Missouri Masonry.

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We called upon our lodges to make individual contacts with our members. Certain lodges enjoyed truly outstanding success; other lodges are going to enjoy success in the future. But here today, we want to recognize those lodges which have already averaged $50.00 per member in contributions to the Western Unit of the Masonic Home. I have several plaques for presentation to the lodges which have accomplished the goal of $50.00 per member in support of the Western Unit. M.W. Grand Master Schneider presented a Grand Master's Award - Lodge of Merit to: Cass Lodge No. 147 at Harrisonville Weston Lodge No. 53 at Weston York Lodge No. 563 at Kansas City Star Lodge No. 419 at Taberville Charity Lodge No. 331 at Saint Joseph Buckner Lodge No. 501 at Buckner Anchor Lodge No. 443 at Crestwood Cambridge Lodge No. 63 at Slater George Washington Lodge No.9 at Saint Louis Hornersville Lodge No. 215 at Hornersville, the first lodge to qualify for the Grand M aster's Award.

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The Grand Secretary read the correspondence of greeting from the Grand Lodge of Sao Paulo, Brazil. The Grand Secretary read the correspondence of Grand Secretary Gladys Yandell of the Grand Chapter of Missouri, Order of the Eastern Star - the greetings and best wishes of Worthy Grand Matron Louise Meffert and Worthy Grand Patron George A. J ursch. NOMINATION AND ELECTION OF MEMBERS OF THE MASONIC HOME BOARD OF DIRECTORS

M.W. Brother Elvis A. Mooney nominated Wor. Brother J. Thomas Crunk of Kennett. M.W. Brother William H Chapman nominated Wor. Brother Thomas M. Hodges of Mexico. There being no further nominations, the Grand Master entertained the motion that nominations be ceased and that the two named brothers be elected by acclamation to the two four-year terms as Members of the Board of Directors of the Masonic Home of Missouri. The motion was seconded. By the vote of the Grand Lodge, Brother J. Thomas Crunk and Brother Thomas M. Hodges were elected Members of the Masonic Home Board. REMARKS OF M.W. GRAND MASTER VERN E. SCHNEIDER

M.W. BROTHER SCHNEIDER: Brethren, yesterday I was presented a beautiful gavel by the brethren of Belton Lodge No. 450 at Belton. It was hand tooled by Wor. Brother Bill Snead of that lodge. I recognize that my kind of disposition is very limited; but we are going to have to get a lot of things done in the next day. My theory is that with a gavel of this size we might be able to get things done. REMARKS OF M.W. GRAND MASTER E. GENE ROSS OF ILLINOIS

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M.W. Brother Schneider announced that the Grand Lodge would be called to order at 1: 15 P.M. for the purpose of receiving the Worthy Grand Matron and the Presiding Officers of the Youth Organizations. The Grand Master announced that the Group Panorama Picture would be taken on the front steps of the Scottish Rite Cathedral immediately after the Grand Lodge is called from labor. CALL FROM LABOR

The Grand Lodge was called from labor until 1:30 P.M. on Monday Afternoon, September 30. RW. Grand Chaplain Cecil H. Hurt offered prayer.

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M.W. Grand Master Vern H. Schneider called the Grand Lodge to order for the purpose of receiving the Worthy Grand Matron and the State Presiding Officers of the Youth Organizations. M.W. Senior Grand Deacon Thomas K. McGuire, Jr. presented and introduced: Sister Louise Meffert, Worthy Grand Matron of the Grand Chapter of Missouri, Order of the Eastern Star. Brother George A. Jursch, Worthy Grand Patron of the Grand Chapter of Missouri, Order of the Eastern Star. Brother Milford W. Eaves, Jr., State Master Councilor of Missouri, International Order of DeMolay. Miss Karri Kaeser, Grand Bethel Honored Queen of the Grand Bethel of Missouri, International Order of Job's Daughters. Miss Jill Winner, Grand Worthy Advisor of the Grand Assembly of Missouri, International Order of the Rainbow for Girls.

M.W. Grand Master Schneider welcomed the honored guests, who were escorted to the East. REMARKS OF WORTHY GRAND MATRON LOUISE MEFFERT REMARKS OF WORTHY GRAND PATRON GEORGE A. JURSCH REMARKS OF STATE MASTER COUNCILOR MILFORD W. EAVES.

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REMARKS OF GRAND BETHEL HONORED QUEEN KARRI KAESER REMARKS OF GRAND WORTHY ADVISOR JILL WINNER M.W. Grand Master Schneider thanked each of the State Leaders of the Adoptive Organizations for being present and for their inspiring messages. The honored guests were then escorted from the Grand Lodge.

Monday Afternoon 1:30 P.M. CALL TO LABOR

The Grand Lodge was called to labor at 1:30 P.M. on Monday Afternoon, September 30, 1985. R.W. Grand Chaplain Cecil H. Hurt offered prayer.

Address of the Grand Master To the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri: BRETHREN: I extend warm greetings to each and everyone of you! Some of you have faithfully attended this Grand Lodge for many years. Others are here for the first time. I invite the active participation of all of you. May God grant us the wisdom to listen, to deliberate and to act in such a manner that the accomplishments of this 164th Annual Communication will add luster to the distinguished record of this Grand Lodge. In behalf of all of the Brethren here assembled I extend a special word of greeting and appreciation to our Past Grand Masters. Also we remember those of their number whose absence is dictated by ill health and the vicissitudes of age. Each one of these distinguished brothers, as well as their predecessors who have been called to the Celestial Lodge on High, has left a Master's mark on Missouri Masonry which stirs warm memories of loyal, devoted and constructive service. Another corps of dedicated workers to whom I am pleased to extend a special greeting consists of the District Deputy Grand Masters and the District Deputy Grand Lecturers. On the basis of my personal experience I know that over a period of many years they have gone far beyond the bounds of normal duty to serve the interests of Freemasonry. Later in this address I shall allude to the new enthusiasm and improvement experienced by many of our Lodges during the past year. The key to their success was leadership. Many of the officers who provided that leadership are here today. I am delighted to greet you and to publicly express my appreciation for your efforts. At this time the Blue Lodges, the appendant bodies and the Masonic-related organizations which make up the Masonic family in Missouri are living in harmony and working together in unity. Thus, it is a special privilege and pleasure for me to publicly welcome to the Grand Lodge the current leaders of several of those organizations. It is also our privilege to have with us dignitaries from other Grand Lodges. During the past year I visited several of those jurisdictions and in each instance I thoroughly enjoyed the hospitality and courtesies which were extended to me. We hope that our distinguished visitors will enjoy the time spent with us and we look forward to hearing from them during this Communication.

STATE OF THE CRAFT Section 2.010(i) of the Grand Lodge By-Laws directs the Grand Master in his address to furnish "an account of ... the state and condition of Freemasonry in the state...." To that end this report is presented. For the purpose of assessing the development of Missouri Masonry during the Grand Lodge year 1984-85 it is my judgment that the appropriate word is IMPROVEMENT. This has been the prevailing theme of reports received from our Lodges in relation to Masonic education, the practice of Masonic charity and the support of Masonic youth organizations. Examples of progress in these important areas are noted in subsequent portions of this Report. 13

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In his address to the 163rd Annual Communication of this Grand Lodge, M.W. Bro. Robert J. Crede described as an encouraging sign the growing involvement of young leaders in Lodge activities. I am pleased to note a continuation of that trend. Indeed, it has been my experience that many of the Lodges which have enjoyed the greatest progress in the areas of education and service are currently led by enthusiastic young officers. Our most successful Lodges have strong leadership. They are not drifting aimlessly. Within those Lodges the Brethren are at the same time enjoying good fellowship and learning more about Masonic history, symbolism, practice and procedure. More importantly, both collectively and individually they are living their Masonry while outside the walls of the Temple. Thus, they are clothing the ritual with meaning as they put into practice our familiar tenets of brotherly love, relief and truth. The Masters and other officers of our strong Lodges, whether those Lodges be large or small, urban or rural, are working together to plan and carry out an interesting variety of programs. They are drawing the families of members together through Lodge dinners, picnics and youth oriented programs. They are working with local DeMolays, Job's Daughters and Rainbow Girls and giving encouragement and support to other worthy youth organizations in the community. Effective leaders recognize the importance of developing and maintaining lines of communication with their members. During the past year I have noted significant improvement in many of the Lodge bulletins and trestleboards which have come to my attention. Not only have they acquainted members and their families with information as to scheduled activities but also they have imparted useful information on Masonic education. Possibly the emphasis placed upon the importance of Lodge communication at our Area Meetings might have accounted in part for the development of a number of interesting new Lodge bulletins. For example, Nodaway Lodge No. 470 has launched an excellent publication which can only serve to strengthen Masonry in that area. Under the leadership of R.W. Bro. A. Elmo Blum, District Deputy Grand Master of the 49th Masonic District, an interesting District Bulletin has been instituted. Following his example, several Lodges within the District have produced their own informative trestleboards. I have noted that the most successful Lodges are those in which the officers do not simply rely upon words to demonstrate their interest in the members and their families. There we find the Brethren taking time to call on the sick and to comfort the bereaved. In recent months I have learned of several Lodges which have undertaken to provide regular transportation for Brethren requiring continuing medical treatment. While my perception ofthe current state of Masonry is heavily influenced by my familiarity with numerous examples of new enthusiasm and meaningful activity I am not unmindful of the precarious state in which a few (but too many) of our Lodges find themselves. Those are the Lodges which are generally lacking in effective leadership, their members are poorly informed as to what Masonry is about, they practice little, if any, charity, they do not meet regularly, their officers do not know the ritual and they cannot understand why they do not attract new members. Incidentally, those are the same officers who account for most of the eligible invitees who are absent from our Area Meetin~s and

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they seem to experience the greatest difficulty in furnishing necessary reports to the Grand Secretary. In some instances, through no fault of the current members who are aged and live too far away, officers find it difficult to assemble the necessary number of members to open Lodge. As other Grand Masters have suggested in previous addresses, I strongly recommend that in such instances serious consideration be given to consolidation with neighboring Lodges. While this approach might be distasteful to loyal members who have struggled long and hard to maintain their Lodge, it is preferable to witnessing the slow death of that Lodge through inactivity and the inability to fill an observable role in the life of the local community. It is my belief that our greatest need in the Fraternity is for strong, positive and enthusiastic leadership at the Lodge level. That leadership must be undergirded by a keen awareness of the nature of the Masonic way of life. It must be directed toward elevating the Masonic understanding of all of our Brethren. Also it must be aimed at motivating them to live as Masons should. Perhaps the single most important decision of an officer preparing for the East is to select a brother who in a few short years should be expected to serve as Worshipful Master of his Lodge. I implore the Senior Wardens of our Lodges to exercise the greatest care in appointing well-qualified Brethren to serve as advancing line officers. Whether the gift of leadership is largely a matter of God-given inheritance or the result of the application of some time-tested principles or a combination of both, it is imperative that our Lodges get the benefit of the best leadership available. Not only do we need officers who are dedicated to Masonry but also we need to attract to office those Brethren who are willing to work hard to improve themselves in Freemasonry and then to pass it on both by precept and example. Insofar as the current physical image of Masonry is concerned, I am pleased to report a continuing improvement in the maintenance and appearance of our Temples. At the same time, however, I am distressed to note that many of our Lodge buildings are not adequately insured. I am even more deeply disturbed by the fact that many Lodges and Temple associations are carrying no liability insurance whatsoever. Living as we do in a litigious society that is not only imprudent, it is foolhardy. Fortunately, the negative aspects of this portion of my Report are substantially outweighed by the solid evidence ofimprovement to which I have alluded elsewhere in this address. AREA MEETINGS This year seventeen Area Meetings were held. For the first time they were commenced in October. Thus, it was possible to communicate the Grand Master's recommendations to Lodge officers early in the Grand Lodge Year. In my judgment this adjustment in scheduling has been highly beneficial. Lodge officers invited were the Masters, Wardens, Secretaries, and Masonic Home Representatives. The Grand Master addressed all attendees concerning matters of general interest, including Masonic education at the Lodge level, Masonic service, the Western Unit project, and recommendations for effective leadership. He was assisted by the Deputy Grand Master and other Grand Lodge officers and Committeemen. In his capacity as President of the Masonic

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Home of Missouri, R.W. Brother Scheurich reported on the operation ofthat institution. During a portion of each program the Grand Secretary met separately with Lodge Secretaries, while the Coordinator of Fraternal Relations met with Masonic Home Representatives. During the latter period the Grand Lecturer led an instructional period and the Grand Master addressed the Wardens. Attendance at the meetings was generally in the range of 75% to 80% ofthe persons invited. We received a positive response from those who attended. I am particularly grateful for the special assistance rendered by District Deputy Grand Masters and District Deputy Grand Lecturers in promoting attendance and in handling registrations. As in the past, arrangements for food and meeting places were well handled by the Grand Secretary. EDUCATION AT THE LODGE LEVEL During the past Grand Lodge year our central thrust was to encourage all of our Lodges to institute effective Masonic education programs. Our Grand Lodge Committee has worked hard and achieved some excellent results over a period of many years. However, we were confronted with the sad reality that only a tiny percentage of our Lodges had developed and maintained a meaningful Masonic education program. Perhaps this deficiency explains in part the low level of Masonic understanding among our Brethren, as well as their limited interest in Lodge activities. At the beginning of the Grand Lodge year the District Deputy Grand Masters were thoroughly briefed with respect to the essential importance of heightening the awareness of all our members as to the meaning of the Masonic way of life. Also, we outlined to them the procedure to be followed in establishing a continuing education program in each Lodge. They in turn shared those ideas with Lodge members during their official visits and on other occasions. Again at the Area Meetings the Lodge education program was carefully explained to all of the Lodge officers present. Questions were answered and a positive course of action presented. Shortly after the installation of each Worshipful Master I sent him a letter describing our plan to increase the effectiveness of our whole educational effort, as well as other features of our Grand Lodge program, and requested his cooperation and support. In particular I asked him to appoint a Lodge Education Officer, who would then select a Committee of interested Brethren to work with him in developing a local program. Over 90% of the Masters complied with my request and notified the Grand Secretary of the appointment of their Lodge Education Officers. The local representatives were contacted promptly by the Masonic Education Committee of the Grand Lodge. Thereafter, a monthly communication setting forth helpful suggestions was sent by that Committee to all of the local education officers. In addition, the monthly Short Talk Bulletin published by the Masonic Service Association was distributed to them. Also, we furnished them an index of the publications which have been distributed by M.S.A. over a period of many years and recommended reference to any listed items of interest to the local Committee. Two pilot seminars were presented in St. Louis and Kansas City for the benefit of Brethren participating in the Lodge education program in those

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areas. I and other Grand Lodge Officers, as well as members of the Masonic Education Committee, participated as discussion and resource leaders. Both of these seminars were highly praised by the participants. Hopefully, such training sessions will be offered on an expanded basis in the future. In order to give further emphasis to our education program, I proclaimed March to be Masonic Education Month. I asked each Lodge to present at least one program on Masonic education during that month. The results substantially exceeded our most ambitious expectations. I have received glowing reports of outstanding programs which were presented by Lodges throughout the state. We owe a special debt of gratitude to many of our veteran leaders who helped to assure the success of Masonic Education Month. They prepared and delivered an interesting variety of educational talks. One Past Grand Master, whom I shall not embarrass by singling him out, spoke to no less than seven Lodges during the month of March! Of greatest importance to our program was the continuing educational effort pursued throughout the year. It is my understanding that many Lodges established new records in the presentation of programs on the subject of Masonic education. Veteran members reported a positive response from the Brethren. We have launched a program which promises to add substantial strength to our whole Fraternal effort. This hope is based upon the fundamental principle that knowledge must precede commitment and commitment must precede unified and directed action. As our Brethren improve in their Masonic awareness, we can more nearly expect them to work together in discharging their Fraternal responsibilities. MASONRY IN ACTION The familiar Masonic principles which we espouse are very practical. Thus, as we have promoted the cause of Masonic education at the Lodge level we have at the same time emphasized the essential importance of putting our teachings into action. Following Masonic Education Month in March, I proclaimed May to be Masonic Service Month. During the latter month each Lodge was asked to do some good for some person, some group of persons or an entire community through the practical application of our Masonic principles. We reminded our Lodges that not one of them is too poor to do some good for our fellow men. The response was heartening. I have received reports of many exciting projects. For example, several Lodges trimmed and landscaped yards of senior citizens. Storm doors and windows were removed for persons unable to perform that task. A group of Brethren from one Lodge cleaned up a local cemetery which had fallen into a state of disrepair. In several instances Lodge members visited residents of local nursing homes. At Farley the Brethren painted the Town Hall. Several fund raising events were held to provide aid to community organizations working with abused children and battered wives. The Brethren of Buckner Lodge put a new roof on a Senior Citizens' Retirement Home. Proceeds of a number of money-raising events provided assistance for families stricken by illness or injury. Several other Lodges worked hard to prepare local athletic fields so that the children might have safe and attractive places to play.

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Do you have any question as to whether the public image of Masonry has been improved in the communities where these good works were performed? I commend the Lodges which participated in such projects, not only during Masonic Service Month but also throughout the year. I believe our Lodge education program will become ever more meaningful to our members as we combine the teaching of Masonic principles with the practical application of those principles, and since actions speak louder than words our Fraternity will be recognized by members and non-members alike as a positive force in our communities. THE MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI During the past Grand Lodge year construction commenced on the longawaited Western Unit of the Masonic Home. At this point completion of the project is rapidly approaching. Thus a dream is about to become a reality. As this Report is being prepared, plans are being made for the Cornerstone Ceremony to be held at the site of the new facility on Sunday, September 15. Hopefully, the Western Unit will be in operation early in 1986. Details concerning the operation of the St. Louis Unit and construction of the Kansas City Unit will be furnished in the Report of the President of the Board, R.W. Brother Scheurich. Inasmuch as I have placed heavy emphasis upon the importance of furnishing necessary financial support for the Western Unit, I want to thank the many Brethren, members of Masonic-related groups and other friends of the Masonic Home who have worked so hard and loyally in behalf of our Number One Charity. They have proved that when our Brethren work together conscientiously in behalf of a worthy cause, such as that of our Home, we can achieve good results. The record shows that when Lodges contacted their members and described the need our brothers responded generously. Unfortunately, not all Lodges joined in this effort. Hopefully, they will see fit to do so in the future. Since the Western Unit Fund Drive commenced in February, 1984, contributions in money, securities, insurance and real estate have substantially exceeded $1,600,000. Significant pledges of future payments have also been received. In addition, we know of numerous wills and trusts in which the Masonic Home has been named as a beneficiary during the past year and a half. It was with sincere regret that the resignation ofour Executive Director, Bro. H. David Thomas, was accepted due to medical reasons. For over ten years he rendered outstanding service and was responsible for many improvements in the administration of the Home. As I conclude nine years of membership on the Board of Directors, I leave with many happy memories of my association with the Residents, the Staff, the Board and the Advisory Board. We have a right to be proud of our Masonic Home. It has a noble history of 96 years of service to our Fraternity. We can look forward to an even brighter fut~re. However, let us not take the welfare of the Home for granted. It requires our unqualified and continuing support, both moral and financial. MASONIC YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS I join a long line of Grand Masters who have seen fit to

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Lodge to provide greater practical assistance to our three great Masonic youth organizations. It was my privilege to attend the state DeMolay Conclave, the Grand Bethel ofJob's Daughters and the Grand Assembly of Rainbow Girls. In each instance I was greatly impressed by the sincerity, the enthusiasm and the enormous ability of the current state-wide and local leaders. It was my pleasure to have representatives of these groups at the two meetings of the Masonic Round Table for Masonic leaders. In both instances the youth representatives made significant contributions to the success of the meetings. In an effort to expedite communication between the Grand Lodge and the youth organizations, I designated the Deputy Grand Master, the Senior Grand Warden and the Junior Grand Warden as my special liaison representatives to the Rainbow Girls, Job's Daughters and DeMolay, respectively. This year we instituted a Grand Master's Award to be presented to an outstanding member of each of the three youth groups. Each Award was granted in recognition of a person who had exemplified the highest ideals of his or her organization in an outstanding manner. Not surprisingly the competition for these awards was keen. In each instance the selection of a winner was made difficult by the uniform excellence of the records of all the candidates. Under the leadership of the Grand Lodge Youth Committee continuing contact was had with adult leaders and advisors of the three youth groups. One result of their efforts was the publication of a booklet which furnishes useful information about sponsorship and support of Chapters, Bethels and Assemblies. A copy has been sent to each Lodge. Requests for additional copies should be directed to the Youth Committee in care of the Grand Secretary's Office. I urge every Lodge to encourage its members, and particularly its younger members, to get directly involved in advising and working with one or the other of the Masonic youth organizations. If a Lodge has questions or needs information about the sponsorship of such a youth group, contact should be made with a Grand Lodge officer or a member of the Grand Lodge Youth Committee. NECROLOGY "One by one they pass away, the brothers ofour adoption, the companions of our choice." Since we were last together our ranks have been thinned but our hearts are buoyed by memories of happy associations with Brethren who have passed from our sight. On March 9, 1985, I conducted a Grand Lodge Funeral Service for M.W. Bro. Thomas J. Davis, Jr., at Piedmont. He was a Masonic leader among leaders, and ever an ardent practitioner of the Masonic way oflife. He initiated the system of Area Meetings, which continues to be our principal vehicle for direct communication between the Grand Lodge and local Lodge leaders. We shall long revere the memory of this able, loyal and sturdy servant of the Craft. At this time I shall request the Chairman ofthe Necrology Committee, M.W. Bro. J. C. Montgomery, Jr., to approach the East and conduct a brief memorial service in honor of all of our Brethren who were called to the Lodge on High during the past year.

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MEMORIAL SERVICE The traditional "lodge of sorrow" conducted in the lodge hall before the public service but now so seldom used in our busy world concludes with the Worshipful Master declaring: "In wisdom, strength and beauty the Grand Architect of the Universe builds his Temple and disposes his workmen. We bow with humble reverence and submission to the fiat of His wisdom and rely upon His strength. Let us mold our lives and characters in the beauty of holiness and await with confidence the tender mercy of the Great Judge." The Scythe of Time has again swept through the ranks of our Fraternity. Our Grand Secretary reports that in the Grand Lodge year ending June 30, 1985, 2,467 Brethren were taken from our band to meet with us no more. In this number there were those who were near and dear to us. Some distinguished themselves in larger fields of Masonic service and leadership. Others labored humbly in the quarries of home. But, as the Apocrypha tells us, their "righteous deeds have not been forgotten." In their departure we are all the poorer, but our lives are richer and our hearts are grateful that we could meet and work with them through these seasons of Fraternal labor. The tokens of our parting are two. Let us reflect briefly upon their meaning. First is the Apron. It speaks to us so eloquently that, in a world careless of moral and ethical values, character still counts. Our brethren who wore that insignia of the Freemason remind us "of that purity of life and conduct which is so essentially necessary to (their) gaining admission into the Celestial Lodge above, where the Supreme Architect of the Universe presides." The Apron is also a symbol of labor, not alone of Masonic labors but also of the day-by-day work to which our human creation is called. This noble pursuit is illustrated by the several Working Tools, bespeaking not alone the high dignity of operative masonry but also the speculative masonry which enables us to build that spiritual edifice. "Build thee more stately mansions, 0 my soul." The second token of our parting, the Evergreen reassures us with its lesson of hope and confirms us in our faith in immortality. The leaders ofthe world's great religious faiths have all drawn inspiration from "the religion and lesson of Nature." Freemasonry acknowledges those truths and strengthens that faith. In a moment I shall ask the Grand Master to call up the Craft that we might have a moment of memory and a moment of prayer. That our hearts be filled with thanksgiving, let us resolve to follow in the footsteps of service and leadership of those who have gone before us in this Masonic way. PRAYER

Thou, the Great Architect of the Universe, to whom we draw nigh as a child to a father in times of sorrow and in times of need, bring to our minds the memory of those whose life and service in fraternal fellowship have brightened and gladdened our labors together. For all that has been worthy in them, we give Thee thanksgiving and praise. For the lessons that we have learned, not alone from our Fraternity but also from the lives and examples of these twenty-five hundred brethren who have been separated from us this year, we give Thee thanks. For loved ones who meant so much to them and

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for our own loved ones who keep us steadfast in our Masonic faith, we do give Thee thanks. How good it is that we can meet together; how good it was that we could labor together. Profiting by their spirit and being imbued with their faith and their courage, let us set about those tasks that in a noble sense our own lives and our own labors become memorials to those worthy brethren who have gone before us. For Thy Name's honor and glory, we offer this prayer of remembrance and thanksgiving. Amen. CONFERENCES AND GRAND LODGE VISITS Accompanied by Deputy Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich and Senior Grand Warden P. Vincent Kinkead, I attended the Conference of Grand Masters of North America at Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, from February 18 to 21. The Conference provided an excellent opportunity to share concerns and ideas with leaders of many other jurisdictions. Discussions of particular interest involved the maintenance of membership, Masonic education, Masonry in action, support of Masonic youth organizations, and Public Relations. On February 17 I participated in a meeting of the Publications and Education Committee of the Masonic Service Association. I urge our Lodge Education Committees to familiarize themselves with the wealth of useful information available from the Association. On May 2 Grand Secretary Frank Ames Arnold and I attended a conference of Midwestern Grand Lodge officers at Springfield, Illinois. M.W. Bro. E. Gene Ross, Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Illinois, presided. We quickly recognized that we share many of the same problems. A stimulating discussion of these matters was marked by the involvement of all officers present. I strongly recommend continuing participation in this regional conference. Not only does it afford an opportunity for senior Grand Lodge officers from this part of the country to get better acquainted with one another but also it enables them to address mutual problems. In the future I anticipate that the usefulness of this conference might substantially exceed that of the larger conference of Grand Masters of North America. For that reason I recommend that the Deputy Grand Master and both of the Grand Wardens should be invited to join the Grand Master and the Grand Secretary at future meetings. Early in July I attended the Imperial Shrine Session in Atlanta through the courtesy of the four Shrine Temples located in Missouri. Forty-three Grand Masters from the United States and two Canadian Grand Masters were present. Thus, we were afforded an excellent opportunity to renew acquaintances and to discuss matters of general Masonic interest, as well as to confer with leading Shrine Masons. It was my privilege to attend the Annual Communications of the Grand Lodges of Illinois, Kentucky, Kansas, Tennessee, Oklahoma, Indiana, Nebraska and Iowa. I appreciate the many courtesies which were extended to me during those visits and I shall treasure the memories of my experiences with the Brethren of those jurisdictions. Such visits afford a special opportunity to get acquainted with a broad spectrum of present and past Grand Lodge leadership. It is enlightening to learn about different approaches which have

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been taken in an effort to meet various challenges and to hear first-hand accounts of the results of those efforts. THE MASONIC FAMILY I am pleased to report that harmony now prevails within the Masonic family in Missouri. In my judgment much of the credit for the development of this climate is attributable to the sincere desire and the continuing efforts of Grand Lodge officers and leaders of appendant bodies and Masonic-related groups over a period of several years to concentrate on serving the best interests of the entire Masonic body. Such an attitude leaves no place for selfishness, bickering and undercutting in our relations with one another. Responsible leaders of our appendant organizations are now agreed that the health of the Blue Lodge is of ultimate importance to all Masons. Thus, we are beginning to enjoy the fruits of innovative and successful efforts by all of these groups which are aiming at the common goal of upbuilding Masonry. In December and again in June I convened the Masonic Round Table for Masonic leaders. Both meetings were held in Columbia in order to facilitate attendance of persons driving from various parts of the state. All of the invited organizations were well represented. The officers of these groups got better acquainted, shared problems, described current projects, and came away with a wholesome respect for the sincerity, ability and efforts of one another. I was pleased to attend the Grand Council of Cryptic Masons and the Grand Commandery of the Knights Templar. Although a conflict in scheduling prevented my attendance at the Grand Chapter R.A.M., I had an opportunity to attend and speak at the joint banquet of the Grand Council and Grand Chapter. It was my privilege to address the Grand Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star, the Grand Court of Amaranth and, as previously noted, the state-wide sessions of DeMolay, Job's Daughters and Rainbow Girls. Other special events involving appendant bodies and Masonic-related organizations in which I participated included Grand Master's Night at my own Moolah Temple, where I received a beautiful jeweled Grand Master's fez, the business session of the Central States Shrine Association, which met in Springfield and brought together leading Shrine Masons from Mid-America, the Scottish Rite Class in Kansas City which was named in my honor, a night at my own Ivanhoe Commandery, where I received a beautiful plaque, a Shrine Ceremonial at Ararat Temple, where I was pleased to receive an Honorary Membership, and the Shrine Circus Parade in St. Louis. As this Report is being prepared I am also looking forward to participating in activities associated with the Central States Shrine Convention to be held in St. Louis September 5-7. In July I had the pleasure of receiving the degrees of the Royal Order of Scotland, along with a large class which met in Kansas City. The Degree Team was led by the Provincial Grand Master, Marvin Fowler. It was my privilege to address the banquet held that evening. In August I had the additional pleasure of being received into membership in the St. Louis Conclave of the Red Cross of Constantine. I believe that continuing dialogue among the leaders ofour Masonic family is essential. We need to draw upon the wisdom, strength and ability of all our leaders. As solid relationships are developed based upon brotherly love and a

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common desire to implement our Masonic truths, we can look forward to ascending to new plateaus of accomplishment. RITUAL As I have traveled throughout the state I have been impressed by the evidence of diligent and competent service rendered by our District Deputy Grand Lecturers. They are an unselfish lot, ever ready to help a brother who earnestly seeks to improve his ritualistic proficiency. This group of faithful servants of the Fraternity deserves our grateful appreciation. At the same time we acknowledge a debt of gratitude to our District Deputy Grand Lecturers we should also recoRnize the brother who has trained them, recommended them for appointment and continues to supervise them, our Grand Lecturer, RW. Bro. Stanton Brown. A good communicator, knowledgable, courteous and patient, he has contributed mightily to the maintenance, the uniformity and quality of our Missouri ritual. I am pleased to note the increased attendance at the Grand Lecturer's Schools of Instruction during the past year. This trend appears to reflect a surging quest for excellence. Unfortunately, not all of our Lodge officers take advantage ofthe opportunity to learn and communicate the ritual as they should. Since the ritual is that unique and vital thread which holds our Masonic work together, it deserves careful study and practice by all officers who aspire to share the beauty of Masonry with their Brethren. Every incoming Worshipful Master has a responsibility to set a worthy example by demonstrating the ability to perform the ritual in a capable manner. And then he should arrange for his fellow officers to study, to practice and to improve themselves in the ritual. In particular, it should be his task to see to it that his appointee or appointees in the advancing line of officers promptly undertake to develop at least a basic competence in ritualistic work. When properly conferred our degrees can motivate newly made brothers to become enthusiastic Masons. On the other hand, when degrees are "butchered" by officers who are untrained and disinterested, it is no surprise that candidates "drop out" and are seen no more within our Temples. I charge all of our Lodge leaders to accept their responsibility in elevating our ritualistic standards so that candidates will be proud to come into the Fraternity. Your Grand Lecturer and the District Deputy Grand Lecturers stand ready to help you. And the Brethren in your Lodges will applaud you. ACTION ON JUNIOR PAST GRAND MASTER'S RECOMMENDATIONS In his 1984 address to this Grand Lodge M.W. Bro. Robert J. Crede made several recommendations. The current Grand Lodge officers have carefully considered those recommendations and we have taken the following action: 1. As recommended by M.W. BrotherCrede a pamphlet has been prepared for presentation to each Entered Apprentice describing the work of the Masonic Home. 2. We agree with the recommendation as to the desirability of each Lodge having a Lodge historian. However, due to the difficulty which some Lodges would have in appointing a person interested in and qualified to perform the duties of the position, we are not prepared to recommend that such an appointment be mandatory.

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3. After careful study of M.W. Brother Crede's recommendation that a Lodge should be opened only on the third degree at a stated Communication if no degree work is scheduled for the first or second deF;rees, the current Grand Lodge officers concluded that such a procedure should be permitted on an optional basis, if at least the Junior Warden then holds a current Subdivision 3 proficiency. Subsequently I called a special meeting of the advancing Grand Lodge Officers and the Ritual Committee to consider the matter. After a lengthy discussion, the Grand Lodge Officers unanimously reaffirmed their earlier opinion. It is anticipated that the recommendations of the Ritual ~om足 mittee will be set forth in its report to this Grand Lodge. THE FREEMASON The single most important line of communication with our entire membershipcontinues to be The Freemason. Under the editorship ofM.W. Bro.J. C. Montgomery,Jr., who in his own right is highly regarded as a Masonic scholar and writer, the quality of this publication during the past year was outstanding. Readers enjoyed an interesting variety of material in each of the four issues which were published. The editor's task will be made easier if writers of proposed articles will furnish their material in typed form. In submitting stories as to Lodge activities emphasis upon matters of state-wide interest is encouraged. Since the newsworthiness of a story is largely dependent upon its timeliness, promptness of submission is important. If pictures are to be used, they must be clear and in glossy black and white. Accurate identification of names and titles should be the responsibility of the sender and not of the editor. Lodge education officers would be well advised to use The Freemason as a tool in helping Brethren to learn more about Masonic history, symbolism and service, as well as details of Grand Lodge programs and communications from the Grand Master. ANTI-MASONRY In recent months media reports have been circulated describing criticism of our Fraternity in certain church circles. These attacks are largely devoted to a repetition of outworn, uninformed and distorted views which have been circulating intermittently for decades. The simple fact to remember is that Masonry is a fraternity. Though it is religious, it is not a religion. It offers no salvation, teaches no theology and imposes no creed. The Fraternity seeks good men - humble men who put their trust in God, their Creator. Throughout its illustrious history Masonry has attracted and continues to attract many prominent clergymen and lay leaders. Each of them has been free to apply our fraternal symbolism and ceremonies to his own faith and creed according to the dictates of his conscience. Masonry has never undertaken to drive a wedge between any man and his church. Entry into the Fraternity continues to depend upon the voluntary act of the petitioner. In myjudgment the best antidote for Anti- Masonic poison is a liberal dose of Masonry in action. Let us continue to do good unto all. Let us be generous and forgiving in our judgment. And may we never stoop to indulging in bigoted criticism of any man's religion.

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Remember that God is Love. Let our response to ill-informed and intemperate criticism be characterized by unswerving devotion to those Masonic principles which are designed to help bring about peace, justice and truth. In short, may our actions reflect our obedience to Him in whom we profess to put our trust. NEW LODGE DEVELOPMENT It has been my concern that in recent years we have failed to provide adequate opportunity for Masonic fellowship and service in several of the rapidly growing areas in the state. As suburbs have expanded and new cities have developed we have relied upon existing Lodges many miles away to attract men from these growing areas. This is unrealistic. Traditionally, the Masonic Lodge has been one of the basic social institutions in a new community. Thus, it has been readily identified with the development, support and improvement of that community. At my request a Committee of Past Grand Masters chaired by M. W. Bro. J . C. Montgomery, Jr., has carefully studied the possible need for new Lodges in areas where significant demographic changes have been occurring. The work of that Committee is deeply appreciated and its recommendations deserve serious attention by this Grand Lodge. FEDERAL CONSTITUTION MONTH More than twenty of the fifty-five delegates to the Constitutional Convention are known to have been active members of the Masonic Fraternity. They inclulded the President of that Convention, Bro. George Washington. Six others at one time or another served as Grand Masters of their respective Grand Lodges. The noble work of that illustrious assembly clearly reflects the impact which Masonic philosophy had upon the final product. As part of our effort to promote Masonic education, as well as to encourage the development of a higher sense of civic responsibility, I designated September to be Federal Constitution Month. It was in that month in 1787 that the drafting of our Constitution was completed. I have urged our Lodges to take note of this anniversary and to feature programs devoted to the subject of that magnificent document which has served as the guideline for the operation of our government for almost two hundred years. Hopefully, members and non-members alike will develop a new respect for a Fraternity whose devotees and leaders played such an important part in drafting one of the great freedom documents of the ages. RE-DISTRICTING Due to shifting population and Lodge consolidations some of our Districts have as few as two Lodges, while others have more than a dozen. Not only does this situation result in an imbalance of responsibility among District Deputies but also it increases the difficulty of developing depth of leadership in the smaller Districts. A special Committee of Past Grand Masters, which was chaired by M.W. Bro. Fielding A. Poe, has carefully studied this matter. An objective study of their recommendations is recommended. We are grateful to the members of that Committee for their efforts in addressing this important administrative problem.

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SUSPENSION OF LODGES FOR NONATTENDANCE AT GRAND LODGE Pursuant to the provisions of Section 7.230(c) of the Grand Lodge By-Laws, if at two consecutive Annual Communications of the Grand Lodge any chartered Lodge is not represented by anyone of its Masters, its Wardens, or their legally appointed proxies and if no Past Master of such Lodge and no Master Mason specifically designated by the Lodge to attend shall be present, the functions of the Lodge are to be suspended and it may resume labor only by authority of the Grand Lodge or the Grand Master; provided, however, that such suspension will not occur if within three months the Grand Master shall find that the Lodge was not represented for good cause shown. Following the 163rd Annual Communication it was determined that six Lodges fell within the provisions of Section 7.230(c). I requested information from those Lodges as to the reasons for their non-representation at the l63rd Annual Communication and I further requested assurance from them as to their anticipated attendance at the 164th Annual Communication. Prompt replies from Craig Lodge No. 606 and Middle Fabius Lodge No. 249 furnishing evidence satisfactory to me both as to the Lodges' reasons for nonattendance at the most recent Annual Communication and their intention to attend future Grand Lodge Communications led me to lift the threat of suspension of those Lodges. Inasmuch as Berming Lodge No. 150 and Humphreys Lodge No. 32 notified me prior to January I, 1985, of pending efforts to consolidate with nearby Lodges, approval was given for them to proceed with those efforts. In both instances the consolidations were effected. Thus, the issue of suspension by reason of nonattendance under Section 7.230(c) became moot. As to the two remaining Lodges, Clarkton Lodge No. 645 and Mound City Lodge No. 294, I appointed Special Commissions to meet with their officers to explain the importance of having all of our Lodges represented at Grand Lodge and to request assurance that in the future their Lodges would be represented. Upon receipt of satisfactory evidence furnished to the Commissions as to the Lodges' intent to comply with our By-Law requirements and pursuant to the recommendatioins made by those Commissions, I lifted the suspensions applicable to both of said Lodges. While unexpected circumstances might prevent the representation of a Lodge on rare occasions, officers should recognize their duty either to attend Grand Lodge or to arrange for other authorized Lodge members to attend in their place and stead. This Grand Lodge needs the benefit of the participation of all Lodges in the state. We covet the wisdom and experience of all eligible Brethren who are entitled to attend the Grand Lodge. Hopefully, officers will respond in this spirit to assure representation of their Lodges. We can truly work together in unity only if all of our leaders actively participate in our great work. DISPENSATIONS Included in the Grand Secretary's Report. CONSENTS AND PERMISSIONS Included in the Grand Secretary's Report.

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HEALINGS Included in the Grand Secretary's Report. CONSOLIDATIONS Included in the Grand Secretary's Report. TRIAL COMMISSIONS As requested by the Lodges involved, I appointed three Trial Commissions during the year. I am deeply grateful to the Brethren who accepted the important responsibility of serving on those Commissions. RULINGS, DECISIONS AND DIRECTIVES Several questions of Masonic law and practice were resolved informally to the satisfaction of the parties concerned. Essentially they required reference to Grand Lodge By-Laws with which the parties were unfamiliar. In two instances District Deputy Grand Masters were requested to ask Brethren to discontinue use of Masonic symbols in connection with the conduct of commercial activity. Both of the Brethren involved apologized and provided written assurance to the Grand Master of their intention to comply with Masonic law in the future. A ruling was requested with respect to the following set of facts. An Entered Apprentice who received his first degree in Iberia Lodge No. 410 in 1977 and had failed to advance applied for Waiver ofJurisdiction and for valid evidence of Masonic standing for the purpose of affiliating with another Lodge. The application was approved by Iberia Lodge and both a Waiver of Jurisdiction and a Certificate of Good Standing were issued. Thereafter, a petition for affiliation, duly executed by the brother, together with the Certificate of Good Standing, was filed in Mount Moriah Lodge No. 40. The petition was officially received and an Investigating Committee was appointed. The Investigating Committee requested the petitioner to appear before the Committee but the petitioner declined to do so and informed the Senior Warden of the Lodge that he did not wish to join Mount Moriah Lodge. The first question was whether Mount Moriah Lodge should proceed with the investigation and vote on the petition. The second question was whether in the event of rejection of the petition by Mount Moriah Lodge the Entered Apprentice would still be subject to the jurisdiction of Iberia Lodge. On the basis of the facts which were presented to me, I ruled that the petition for affiliation which had been submitted to Mount Moriah Lodge could not be withdrawn. I further ruled that although it is desirable for a Committee of Investigation to conduct a personal interview with the petitioner such a meeting is not a condition precedent to the issuance of the mandatory written report which must be submitted by the Committee of Investigation pursuant to Section 13.090 before a ballot is taken. Therefore, I ruled that if the petitioner declined to appear before the Committee at its invitation it should nevertheless proceed to perform its duties which are required under the provisions of said By-Law. I ruled further that in the event of rejection of the petition for affiliation by Mount Moriah Lodge the Entered Apprentice would continue to be a member of Iberia Lodge.

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While existing Grand Lodge By-Laws provide for issuance of a dimit only with respect to a Master Mason, a Certificate of Good Standing may be issued not only with respect to a Master Mason but also with respect to an Entered Apprentice or Fellow Craft. Furthermore, specific statutory provision is made for the affiliation of a Mason of either of the latter two degrees. If a Master Mason who is a member of a Missouri Lodge presents a petition for affiliation to another Missouri Lodge, together with a current Certificate of Good Standing, and is rejected, his Lodge membership remains unchanged. Furthermore, he may petition again for affiliation at any time after rejection. Thus, I ruled that the same principle of continuing membership should apply in relation to an Entered Apprentice or Fellow Craft whose petition for affiliation is rejected. In view of the foregoing rulings in this matter, I directed that if Mount Moriah Lodge rejected the petition for affiliation the Secretary of that Lodge should promptly notify the Secretary of Iberia Lodge and a copy of that communication should be sent to the Grand Secretary. A question was raised by a District Deputy Grand Master as to the right of a local Lodge to publish a newsletter which would be financed by sale of advertising to members of that Lodge doing business in the area, with names of the advertisers appearing on the back page. It was proposed that the publication would include not only information as to activities of the local Lodge but also information as to activities of other Lodges in the District and news pertaining to the local Eastern Star Chapter. I ruled that the publication would be permissible, subject to the satisfaction of several conditions. No Masonic symbols, terms or signs should appear on the page of advertising and no reference should be made to the Masonic membership of any of the owners, operators or employees of the advertisers. Furthermore, no Masonic symbols should appear in any other part of the newsletter and only the name and number of the Lodge could be used without identification as to its Masonic relationship. Also, no separate subscription charge could be made for the publication. Since the proposed newsletter as described to me would presumably be read by some persons not belonging to the Masonic Fraternity, I directed that it should not set out any confidential personal or Lodge information, such as the name of a petitioner for the degrees prior to voting on his petition or the names of suspended or expelled Brethren. Strict observance of all limitations upon publicity as described in Section 25.070 of the By-Laws was also directed. I further required that it would be the continuing responsibility of the District Deputy Grand Master to satisfy himself that in no way would the newsletter impair or otherwise adversely affect the good name and reputation of the Masonic Fraternity. During the year many Lodges commenced publication of excellent newsletters or trestleboards. The development of such lines of communication with members is highly desirable. To the best of my knowledge all but the one publication referred to in the preceding ruling were financed other than by advertising. Under existing Grand Lodge By-Laws it is recommended that Lodges should fund their newsletters by means other than advertising. The Grand Master's opinion was requested as to the duty of all members of a Lodge Investigating Committee to personally visit a petitioner. First, I recommended study of Lodge By-Laws to determine whether or not personal visitation is required. Also I recommended determination as to whether or not

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Lodge By-Laws include provision for a permanent Investigating Committee. In the absence of specific requirements imposed by local By-Laws I ruled that personal visitation by the Investigating Committee, though desirable, is not mandatory. The attention of the inquirer was directed to the remaining requirements imposed upon such a Committee by Section 13.090. In the case of a request by a Master Mason for a Certificate of Good Standing in January immediately following the year in which his dues had been duly paid in full through the end of December, I ruled that a Certificate of Good Standing should be issued without first requiring the brother to pay his dues for the year in which his request for the certificate was submitted. In reply to a Lodge's request for permission to hold in abeyance the filing of Masonic charges pending resolution of an appeal then on file in the United States Supreme Court relative to a criminal proceeding involving the brother in question, I ruled that the fifteen-day time limit set forth in Section 29.100 for the filing of Masonic charg-es following- a finding of probable cause by the Grievance Committee is mandatory. I had no authority to suspend the operation of that By-Law. The Grand Master's permission was requested for Masons to participate in a local charitable fund raising project involving Masons and Knights of Columbus. Proceeds were to be distributed to Shriners Hospitals for Crippled Children and the Cardinal Glennon Hospital for Crippled Children. No Masonic emblems were to be used in connection with the advertising of the event. The project was locally planned and no professional fund raisers were involved. I expressed no objection to the proposed involvement of Masons in the project, subject to the requirement that in the listing of sponsors no reference should be made to the term "Masonic" or to the Masonic affiliation of any sponsor or of any agent, employee or representative of a sponsor. In the event of any charitable contributions to be made from Lodge funds, I directed strict adherence to the provisions of the last sentence of Section 9.050. A request for waiver of the eighteen-year age limit set forth in Section 13.040 was denied. The Grand Master has no authority to suspend the operation of this By-Law. An opinion was requested as to whether Master Masons belonging to Missouri Lodges might seek dual or multiple membership for the purpose of participating in the organization of a new Lodge. A more general question was also asked as to what "rights and privileges" dual or multiple members have in connection with the organization of a new Lodge. I determined that current By-Laws do not authorize a petitioner as described in Section 11.010 to petition as a multiple member. The first sentence of Section 11.050 directs that upon institution of a Lodge under dispensation "all the petitioners become members of that Lodge, and cease to be members of their former Lodges." The final sentence of the same section provides that a member of a Lodge under dispensation is not prohibited from applying to his former Lodge for multiple membership. In view of that statutory authorization for establishment of multiple membership by a member of a Lodge already under dispensation and there being no prohibition to the contrary I determined that a Master Mason in good standing and otherwise eligible may petition for multiple membership in a Lodge then operating under dispensation. A ruling was requested from the Grand Master as to the Masonic status of

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Bro. Tharon Hubert Pollard. According to information received from the Grand Lodge of Texas the brother affiliated with Galena Park Lodge No. 1290 at Galena Park, Texas, November 6, 1962. The Masonic record of the brother, as it appears in the official membership records of the Grand Lodge of Missouri, shows that he was initiated an Entered Apprentice in Heroine Lodge No. 104 at Kansas City, Missouri, on April 14, 1945, passed to the degree of Fellow Craft onJune 5,1945, and raised to the degree of Master Mason on August 28, 1945. The record contains no report by Heroine Lodge as to the dimission of the brother following his affiliation with Galena Park Lodge No. 1290. Investigation revealed that Brother Pollard had continued to pay dues to Heroine Lodge No. 104 for the years 1962 to 1985, inclusive. No evidence could be found to indicate that Galena Park Lodge No. 1290 had notified Heroine Lodge No.1 04 of the election of the brother on November 6, 1962, and no request was made by Galena Park Lodge for the dimit to complete the transaction of transfer of membership. In summary, according to the respective lodge records Brother Pollard had held membership in both of the said lodges since 1962. This was true despite the fact that under the by-laws of the Grand Lodge of Missouri multiple membership was not approved until 1982, subject to an effective date of January 1, 1983. After careful investigation of this matter, I could find no evidence of any intent on the part of Brother Pollard to evade the limitation of single membership which prevailed in this jurisdiction prior to 1983. His request for affiliation with the lodge in Texas appeared to have been effected in accordance with normal procedures. Evidence was also lacking as to any knowledge by Heroine Lodge No. 104 of Brother Pollard's Masonic membership in Texas. Presumably Heroine Lodge billed him for dues in good faith and he paid dues to both lodges in the belief that he was a dual member with full rights and privileges both in Missouri and Texas. Inasmuch as Brother Pollard had clearly demonstrated his desire to be a dual member by paying dues to two lodges over a period of almost twenty-three years and for almost three of those years Missouri has recognized the right of a brother to enjoy multiple membership, and since it further appeared that for many years the Grand Lodge of Texas has also recognized the right of dual membership, it was my judgment, and I so ruled, that the best interests of this Grand Lodge and of Brother Pollard would be served if his membership were recognized as being multiple and by reason of his oldest membership being in Heroine Lodge No. 104, his membership in that lodge should be deemed to be his "original membership." For the purpose of protecting the rights of the brother and any qualified member of his family with respect to any possible request for admission to the Masonic Home, as well as all other rights and privileges of membership, I ruled further that his membership in Galena Park Lodge No. 1290 should not be deemed to have interrupted his record of membership in Heroine Lodge No.1 04 as it is set forth in the official records of this Grand Lodge. I directed the Grand Secretary to notify both Heroine Lodge No. 104 and Brother Pollard of my decision in this matter by sending a copy of the same to

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each of them. Also, I requested the Grand Secretary to notify the Grand Lodge of Texas of the decision. As I reflect upon the many inquiries which were addressed to me both orally and in writing on matters of Masonic law and practice several thoughts come to my mind. In order to assist Lodge officers and future Grand Masters in this regard, let me pass along a few suggestions: 1. When a complaint as to an alleged Masonic offense is received by a Lodge, the Worshipful Master and the Junior Warden would be well advised to seek the advice of legal counsel in order to maximize the likelihood of full compliance with provisions of the Trial Code and to afford protection of the legal rights of all parties concerned. 2. Brethren are reminded that questions of Masonic law and practice requiring consideration by the Grand Master are to be submitted through the District Deputy Grand Master. (See Resolution referred to at Page 117 of the current edition of the Constitution and By-Laws) Because of the extreme pressure upon the time of the Grand Master every effort should be made to forward requests well in advance of the time when a ruling is believed to be needed. 3. Much time of all parties concerned would be saved if Brethren would make a serious effort to study the Constitution and By-Laws as the Masters are charged to do upon their installation. It should be noted that Section 2.010(k) specifically provides that the Grand Master "has no power to suspend the operation of any law of the Grand Lodge or do anything contrary thereto." Special attention is also directed to Section 7.040, which provides that no Lodge may suspend any of its By-Laws. Annotations following that section refer to the rulings of several Grand Masters that the Grand Master has no authority to suspend the By-Laws of a Lodge. 4. The recurrence of questions as to the right of a Lodge to contribute to local charities reflects a lack of familiarity with the current provisions of Section 9.050 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws. The last sentence of that Section provides as follows: "Except with respect to lodge funds used for the Order of DeMolay, the Job's Daughters, or the Rainbow Girls, no lodge funds shall be used for non-Masonic charitable, community or similar purpose unless such use is approved by a three-fourths vote of the members attending at a stated communication after notice shall have been given in accordance with Section 7.140."

Apparently many Brethren have failed to note that the quoted language authorizes expenditure of Lodge funds for "non-Masonic charitable, community or similar purpose" if adequate notice is given to Lodge members and if a sufficient vote of the members approves such action. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS At the top of my list of persons whom I want to thank for the courtesies and kindness extended to me during the past year are YOU and all of the other Brethren of this Grand Lodge. I am deeply grateful for the confidence which you placed in me and for the wholehearted cooperation which you have accorded me throughout the year. It has been my privilege to belong to a great team!

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I shall forever be indebted to M. W. Bro. Fielding A. Poe for appointing me to the advancing Grand Lodge line. He has been a continuing source of support and I am grateful for his friendship. As the result of my appointment by M.W. Brother Poe, it has been my special privilege to be engrafted into the Truman Line, a unique Fraternity in its own right. The senior members of that group, whose wisdom and experience are awesome, have been ever supportive of my efforts, and their advice has been of invaluable assistance. It has been my good fortune to work with fellow officers of extraordinary ability as I have served in the Grand Lodge Line during the past nine years. I have gained much from my association with all of them. This year has been no exception. We held special officers' meetings in October, January, April, August and September. Each of those meetings was marked by a fruitful exchange of ideas which contributed materially to the development of our plans and the implementation of our Grand Lodge program. During the year I undertook to keep the Deputy Grand Master informed as to matters of an ongoing nature and as to the decisions which I was called upon to make. At all times R.W. Brother Scheurich has been most cooperative imd of great assistance to me. Another group of dedicated and hard-working Brethren whom I want to thank are our District Deputy Grand Masters. As my personal representatives they have traveled many miles, visited many Lodges and consulted with many of the officers and Brethren about matters which were important to the Fraternity. Much of the work of this Grand Lodge is conducted by our Committees. At the beginning of the year I called upon our Past Grand Masters to serve on three special Committees dealing with the possible need for redistricting, new Lodge development, and long-range planning. I am grateful for their conscientious efforts in the study of these important matters. In recent months significant pamphlets or booklets have been prepared by several of our Committees. For example, R.W. Bro. Harry Gershenson, Sr., as Chairman, and R.W. Bro. Marvin S. Wood prepared a helpful pamphlet on judicial procedure which is being sent to all Lodges faced with the task of conducting Masonic trials. Previous reference has been made to a very informative pamphlet on our Masonic Home, which was written by a Committee chaired by R.W. Bro. Charles E. Scheurich, President of the Home. This pamphlet is being distributed to all Entered Apprentices so that they and their families might be better informed about Missouri Masons' Number One Charity. Our Youth Committee has been very active this year working on standards and other details relating to the Grand Masters' Awards which were presented for the first time to outstanding members of DeMolay, Job's Daughters, and Rainbow Girls. Also, that Committee has prepared a useful booklet now being distributed to acquaint our Lodges with information as to how they might sponsor or provide other support for our Masonic youth organizations. The members of this busy Committee deserve special thanks. In view of the emphasis which we have placed upon Masonic educatioin, an enormous burden has been imposed upon that Committee. I am very proud of the manner in which the Chairman and members have successfully met the challenge.

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The assistance of the Grand Secretary has been invaluable. Tireless, cooperative, knowledgable, meticulously thorough, he has continued to serve the interests of the Fraternity faithfully and well. From a personal standpoint I shall treasure the memories of our happy association. Also, I appreciate the cooperation which I have received from the other members of the staff in the Grand Lodge Office. During the year preceding my election as Grand Master I held several meetings with Past District Deputy Grand Masters who have served in the 33rd and 57th Masonic Districts. Also I met with other selected Past District Deputy Grand Masters in other parts of the state. We held frank discussions as to existing problems of the Fraternity and I received numerous suggestions for the improvement of the Order. To all of those Brethren, whom I have come to refer as my "Kitchen Cabinet," I extend my deep appreciation. lowe a special word of thanks to the members of my own Lodge, Tuscan Lodge No. 360, for the special night which was set aside for me and the gift of a set of luggage and a card case. Also, I am grateful to Benjamin Franklin Lodge No. 642 for the dinner which I enjoyed prior to my official visit and the plaque which was presented to me. I shall always remember the Square Club for its loyal support and the gift ofa plaque and an apron case. Also I prize the honorary membership received from the Wardens' and Masters' Association of the 22nd District. Previously I have referred to special visits to various appendant groups and commemorative gifts which also occupy special places in my treasury of memories. I am indebted to W. Bro. Alfred E. Spencer, who is an outstanding student and practitioner of Masonry, for his many acts of kindness in assembling helpful historical information which was needed by me from time to time. Again this year the Grand Lodge is indebted to the Scottish Rite for the privilege of using this beautiful Cathedral. Thank you for your continuing generosity. Also, I want to thank the secretaries of my office for their kindness, patiences, and helpfulness throughout the year. A particularly pleasant experience which I was privileged to enjoy was that of presenting a 50-year button to my father-in-law, Bro. Lawrence Roberson. I appreciated the efforts of the Master and other members of Hebron Lodge No. 354 to make it a very special evening. Finally, I acknowledge an enormous debt of gratitude to my wife, Nada Sue, and our children for the whole-hearted support and cooperation which they have given me throughout the time I have served in the Grand Lodge Line and especially during the past year. RECOMMENDATIONS Section 2.010(i) of the Grand Lodge By-Laws directs the Grand Master to include in his address "recommendations for such measures as he considers expedient and necessary." Pursuant to that direction, I make the following recommendations: 1. Unless we have an informed membership our fraternity is doomed to know not where it is going or what it is supposed to do. Therefore, continuing Masonic education at the lodge level is of critical importance. In view of the success of the Lodge Education Program during the past year I recommend

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the adoption of an appropriate By-Law requiring each Master to appoint a Lodge Education Officer. 2. Leadership is vital to the success of every lodge. Therefore, continuing emphasis should be placed upon the essential importance of selecting the most highly qualified members to serve as officers. 3. The Grand Lodge should devote more of its resources to the development and implementation of an effective leadership tr~ining program for lodge officers. 4. To paraphrase a Biblical passage, Masonry without works is dead. We are judged by what we do, not by what we say. Therefore, lodges should be encouraged to continue to be sensitive to the local needs of individuals, groups and the entire community and to respond to those needs through appropriate application of our Masonic principles. No lodge is too poor to exemplify brotherly love. 5. The Grand Lodge needs funds to enable it to sponsor a significant scholarship or loan program for the benefit of worthy high school graduates. In recent years it has become increasingly difficult for parents and students to pay for a college education. I recommend that consideration be given to the establishment of a scholarship or loan fund to which Brethren and other persons would be invited to contribute according to their interest and means. Memorial gifts and bequests for such purposes might reasonably be expected from time to time. Scholarships and/or loans would be granted in accordance with guidelines to be developed and administered as required by applicable tax laws and regulations so as to assure tax deductibility of gifts to the fund. This program would not be expected to compete with our support of the Masonic Home of Missouri. 6. Serious attention should be given to the development of new lodges in growing areas which are not now served by Masonry. 7. Consideration should be given to the development of a life membership program to assure future financial stability of subordinate lodges and the Grand Lodge. 8. Lodges should regularly review the nature and extent of their insurance protection. Adequate property coverage is important and in this litigious age adequate liability coverage is essential. This recommendation is based upon the fact that the property of many lodges is grossly underinsured and, even more importantly, many of our lodges carry NO liability insurance. 9. Any lodge which is no longer viable by reason of the death or retirement of active members, the lack of leadership and/or the general apathy of the remaining Brethren should carefully consider consolidation with a nearby lodge in order to provide genuine opportunity for Masonic fellowship and to better enable the fraternity to maintain an active role in the community. Empty pride should give way to the practical need for a viable existence. 10. Regular visits by lodges (and the families of lodge members) to one or the other of the U nits of the Masonic Home of Missouri should be encouraged. Such a program of visitation would not only increase the awareness of Brethren as to our Number One Masonic Charity but would also assure the residents of the Home of our personal interest in them. 11. I concur with M.W. Brother Crede's recommendation ofa year ago that it is desirable for each lodge to have a Lodge Historian. I further recommend that the Grand Lodge should encourage Masonic research in general. This

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might include the development and implementation of a basic training program for Brethren interested in pursuing research at the local level. In almost every community in this state there is a fascinating Masonic history to be explored. 12. Consideration should be given to the establishment of a Long-Range Planning Committee. It would serve in an advisory capacity to assist the Grand Master and this Grand Lodge in dealing with matters assigned to it by the Grand Master. The effectiveness of the Committee would necessarily depend upon the availability of a good cross-section of experienced and far-sighted leaders of the fraternity. The Committee would be expected to take a longrange perspective in studying such matters as membership, finance, education and public image. It would have no authority over any other committee. In no way would the recommendations be binding upon any incumbent or future Grand Master. Speaking for myself, I would have found it helpful to have had access to studies and recommendations by such a committee with respect to major Masonic issues. 13. Largely as a result ofshifting population and consolidation of numerous lodges in recent years, there is a need for revision of our Masonic Districts in several areas of the State. I recommend that considerations of tradition and local pride should yield to the administrative desirability of balancing the responsibility of District Officers. Any action which may be taken by our Grand Lodge Officers in the near future in this regard deserves wholehearted support of the Brethren. 14. Consideration should be given to hiring a staff employee to travel throughout the state for the purpose of training lodge officers, assisting in Masonic education, working with "sick" lodges and helping to improve the quality of lodge support of our Masonic youth organizations. Such a representative would work under the direction of the Grand Master. Funding of the position should be provided for a trial period of at least three to five years. 15. Guard the portals! As we investigate and vote on petitions for membership let us not sacrifice quality in the interest of increasing our numbers. While the same issue has been addressed by many of my distinguished predecessors, I am impelled to renew this recommendation because of the current volume of Masonic trials involving members of the Craft who have been convicted of the commission of crimes. 16. Keep the Temple clean! If we discover that we have erred in admitting a petitioner, let us be zealous in discharging our responsibility to purge the Temple of the unworthy member, subject, however, to the strict observance of our trial procedures which protect the individual rights of all of us. This recommendation is made because of the observable reluctance of lodges to initiate trial proceedings against convicted felons. Feeble attempts to dispose of such matters through suspension for non-payment of dues will not suffice. CONCLUSION As the end of the current Grand Lodge year is almost upon us, I am content in the knowledge that Masonry in this jurisdiction is now moving forward with new determination and confidence. During the next few years, if we work together, we can reasonably expect to reap the benefits of strong and dedicated leadership both in the Grand Lodge and in a growing number of our subordinate Lodges.

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When the gavel of authority is delivered to R.W. Bro. Charles E. Scheurich we shall be in good hands. I urge you to join with me in giving him and the other Grand Lodge officers our whole-hearted cooperation. While some Brethren in the Fraternity might be prone to dwell upon the glories of the past, I prefer to look ahead to an even brighter future. That vision can become an exciting reality if in humble deference to the will of our Creator we develop what Emerson referred to as "a respect for the present hour." For NOW is the time to respond with resolve to the challenges of the day, its opportunities for service, its possibilities for promoting peace and happiness. From this time forward may each one of us strive to exemplify more effectively in our own lives those cherished tenets of brotherly love, relief and truth. And then perhaps our children's children might have cause to remember with joy and gratitude our own positive contribution to the ongoing history of Masonry in Missouri. Fraternally submitted, VERN H. SCHNEIDER, Grand Master.

GRAND MASTER'S ITINERARY 1984-85 1984 September 25 Installed as Grand Master 27 Spoke at program at Meridian Lodge No.2 honoring R.W. Bro. Harry C. Ploetze October 1 Official visit to Tuscan Lodge No. 360, Grand Master's Lodge 4 Gavel Club, St. Louis 4-6 Attended Grand Lodge of Illinois, Peoria 7 Installed officers of Tuscan Lodge No. 360 9 Spoke at Grand Chapter of Order of Eastern Star, St. Louis 13 Grand Lodge officers' meeting, St. Louis 14 Presided at meeting with District Deputy Grand Masters and District Deputy Grand Lecturers for Eastern Missouri, St. Louis 14-16 Attended Grand Lodge of Kentucky, Louisville 19 To Louisiana, Missouri, for dinner with officers of Perseverance Lodge No. 92 and other Masonic leaders 20 Spoke at Grand Master's Breakfast, Perseverance Lodge No. 92, Louisiana To Grand Lodge office to confer with Grand Secretary, Columbia Spoke at St. Joseph Lodge No. 78, St. Joseph 21 Spoke at Grand Master's Breakfact at Ararat Shrine Temple, Kansas City Presided at meeting with District Deputy Grand Masters and District Deputy Grand Lecturers for Western Missouri, Independence Presided at cornerstone ceremony at County Government Building, Liberty 24 Spoke at Magnolia Lodge No. 626 25 Area Meeting No.1, Rolla 27 Dinner with members of Paul Revere Lodge No. 330 28 Spoke at Grand Master's Breakfast at Freedom Lodge No. 636, St. Louis 29 Area Meeting No.2, Boonville 30 Area Meeting No.3, Flat River 31 Attended Masonic funeral of W. Bro. Arthur E. Bush, Past Master of Lambskin Lodge No. 460

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November 1 Gavel Club, St. Louis 3 Attended Scottish Rite Reunion, St. Louis 4 Spoke at note-burning ceremony, New Hope Lodge No. 199, Elsberry 5 Attended Lodge of Instruction, 33-57th Masonic District 7 Official visit to Benjamin Franklin Lodge No. 642 8 Area Meeting No.4, West Plains 9 Area Meeting No.5, Springfield 10 Area Meeting No.6, Carthage 12 To Bloomfield Lodge No. 153 to participate in 50-year award to M.W. Bro. Elvis Mooney 13 Attended America Lodge No. 347 for 50-year button presentation to Bro. Gerald Nelson, St. Louis 16 Area Meeting No.7, St. Joseph 17 Area Meeting No.8, Gallatin - Noon Area Meeting No.9, Brookfield 18 Dedicated new Temple of Trenton Lodge No. Ill, Trenton 28 Attended Lodge of Instruction, 33-57th Masonic District 29 Area Meeting No. 10, Mexico 30 Area Meeting No. 11, St. Louis December 4 Attended Tuscan Lodge No. 360, St. Louis 5 Attended DeMolay Legion of Honor Investiture, St. Louis 6 Gavel Club, St. Louis 7 Area Meeting No. 12, Clinton 8 Masonic Round Table for state-wide Masonic leaders, Columbia Area Meeting No. 13, Independence 9 Presided at cornerstone ceremony at Retirement Center, Fayette 10 Attended installation of officers at Harmony Lodge No. 499 14 Area Meeting No. 14, Canton 15 Area Meeting No. 15, Kirksville 16 Attended Grand Lecturer's School of Instruction, Monroe City 1985

January 3 Gavel Club, St. Louis 11 Area Meeting No. 16, New Madrid 12 Visited VA Hospital with Bro. James Pepper, M.S.A. Representative, Poplar Bluff Area Meeting No. 17, Poplar Bluff 13 Attended Grand Lecturer's School of Instruction, Poplar Bluff Presided at laying of cornerstone and dedication of Temple of Poplar Bluff Lodge No. 209 17 Participated in Masonic funeral for R.W. Bro. Harry C. Ploetze at Meridian Lodge No.2, St. Louis 18 Attended meeting with financial advisors to Masonic Home of Missouri, St. Louis 19 Attended meeting of Board of Directors of Masonic Home of Missouri Grand Lodge officers' meeting, St. Louis 23 Spoke at Boone County Masonic Association, Columbia 26 Spoke at annual Wardens' and Masters' banquet, St. Louis 31 Attended Masonic service for W. Bro. Edward Solomon, S1. Louis February 2 Spoke at Lodge Education Officers' meeting, S1. Louis 5 Spoke at dinner for leaders of Masonic organizations in the Boonville area, Boonville 9 Spoke at Lodge Education Officers' meeting, Kansas City

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14 Spoke at Grand Court of the Order of Amaranth, St. Louis 16 Attended meeting of Board of Directors of Masonic Home of Missouri, St. Louis 16-20 Conference of Grand Masters, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 23 Attended 100th birthday party for W. Bro. Tex Wilson, St. Louis Spoke at annual Square Club banquet, St. Louis 28 To business meeting of Central States Shrine Session, Springfield March

2 Spoke at Business Session of Central States Shrine Association, Springfield 6 Attended Lodge of Instruction, 33-57th District 7 Gavel Club, St. Louis 8 Attended Union Lodge No. 593, spoke at Family Night 9 Conducted Masonic services for M.W. Bro. Thomas J. Davis, Jr., Piedmont 10 Participated in Rose Croix services for M.W. Bro. ThomasJ. Davis, Jr., Piedmont 13 Spoke at Scottish Rite Club, St. Louis 14-16 Attended Grand Lodge of Kansas, Wichita 16 Attended meeting of Board of Directors of Masonic Home of Missouri, Kansas City 19 Attended Hebron Lodge No. 354, presented 50-year button to Lawrence W. Roberson, Mexico 23 Attended meeting of Committee studying redistricting, Columbia 25 Attended meeting concerning possible organization of new Lodge, Chesterfield 26-28 Attended Grand Lodge of Tennessee, Nashville 27 Attended Square Club, St. Louis 31 To Oklahoma City for Grand Lodge of Oklahoma

April 1-2 Attended Grand Lodge of Oklahoma, Guthrie 4 Gavel Club, St. Louis Spoke at Maundy Thursday banquet at Scottish Rite, St. Louis 10 Spoke at Lambskin Lodge No. 460, Ladies' Night program 13 Attended Past Masters' dinner, Grandview Lodge No. 618, Independence 14 Attended Scottish Rite Reunion; spoke to Grand Master's Class, Kansas City 18 Attended Ivanhoe Commandery, Grand Master's Commandery; spoke at Ladies' Night program 20 Attended meeting of Board of Directors of Masonic Home of Missouri, St. Louis Grand Lodge Officers' meeting, St. Louis Attended Grand Lodge Officers' and Past Grand Masters' banquet, St. Louis 21 Participated in Worship Service at Salem Methodist Church Presided at Grand Master's Breakfast, St. Louis 26 Attended and spoke at Grand Council, Cryptic Masons, Columbia Attended and spoke at joint banquet of Grand Chapter, R.A.M., and Grand Council, Cryptic Masons, Columbia 27-28 Attended and spoke at Scottish Rite Symposium, Branson 28 Attended Masonic funeral service for R.W. Bro. Wilfred Hedrick 29 Attended Goats' Club meeting, St. Louis 30 Attended meeting concerning possible organization of new Lodge, Chesterfield May

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Attended Midwestern Conference of Grand Masters, Springfield, Illinois Spoke at 22nd District Masters and Wardens Association, Kansas City Attended and spoke at Spring Ceremonial, Ararat Shrine Temple, Kansas City Spoke at annual Hi-12 banquet, St. Louis 10-11 To St. Joseph for conferral of third degree by Grand Lodge officers 15 Attended and spoke at program and reception for Grand Master at Moolah Temple, St. Louis 16 Attended program honoring Grand Commander Robert Bird, Springfield 17 Attended and spoke at Grand Commandery, Springfield

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Attended and spoke at DeMolay Honor Award program at Tuscan Lodge No. 360, S1. Louis 20-22 Attended Grand Lodge of Indiana, Indianapolis 23 Attended and spoke at Meridian Lodge No.2, Ladies' Night program 25 Attended Wentzville Lodge No. 46, followed by Grand Master's Breakfast, Wentzville 26-27 Attended and spoke at State DeMolay Conclave; presented Grand Master's award, Jefferson City 31 Attended open meeting of Waynesville Lodge No. 375 and presented 25-year pins, Waynesville

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Spoke at 150th anniversary program at Paris-Union Lodge No. 19, Paris Attended special meeting of Board of Directors of Masonic Home of Missouri, Columbia 6 Gavel Club, St. Louis II Rode in Shrine Circus Parade, S1. Louis 13-15 Attended Grand Lodge of Nebraska, Lincoln 18 Attended meeting concerning possible organization of new Lodge, Chesterfield 19 Attended and spoke at Shelbina Lodge No. 228, Ladies' Night program, Shelbina 20 Attended retirement luncheon for H. David Thomas, Masonic Home of Missouri Visited Jefferson Barracks Veterans Hospital with W. Bro. William House, M.S.A. Representative, S1. Louis 21 Attended and spoke at open meeting honoring 60-year members of Maplewood Lodge No. 566, Maplewood 22 Presided at Masonic Round Table for statewide Masonic leaders, Columbia Attended barbecue sponsored by 59th District at site of Western Unit of Masonic Home 23 Presided at cornerstone ceremony at Middle School, Marceline 24 Attended and spoke at Mechanicsville Lodge No. 260, Ladies' Night program 25 Attended Shekinah Lodge No. 256 and spoke at program honoring R.W. Bro. Charles W. Leach, D.D.G.L. 26 Attended meeting of Grand Lodge Committee on Entertainment of Distinguished Guests, St. Louis 27 Attended and spoke at formal meeting of Grand Bethel of Job's Daughters; presented Grand Master's award, Jefferson City 28 Spoke at centennial program of Higbee Lodge No. 527 29 To Grand Lodge office to confer with Grand Secretary, Columbia 30 Attended picnic of S1. Francois Lodge No. 234 Attended and spoke at Grand Assembly of the Order of Rainbow Girls; presented Grand Master's award, S1. Louis

July 1-6 Attended Imperial Shrine Convention, Atlanta 6 Attended birthday celebration for W. Bro. Carl Gast, Senior P.M. of Tuscan Lodge No. 360 13 Attended and spoke at picnic of Hornersville Lodge No. 215, Hornersville 14 Attended Grand Lecturer's School of Instruction, Sikeston 16 Attended meeting concerning possible organization of new Lodge, Chesterfield 19-20 Grand Lodge Weekend, Hannibal Attended meeting of Board of Directors of Masonic Home of Missouri Grand Lodge officers' meeting 26 To Grand Lodge office to confer with Grand Secretary, Columbia Spoke at Buckner Lodge No. 501, Ladies' Night program 27 Attended meeting of Royal Order of Scotland, Kansas City Spoke at banquet in the evening

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Attended Allied Masonic Degrees, Ray V. Denslow Chapter, St. Louis

August

1 Gavel Club, St. Louis 4 Opened Grand Lodge for cornerstone ceremony, Galena Presided at cornerstone ceremony at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, Kimberling City 17 Attended meeting of Board of Directors of Masonic Home of Missouri Attended Red Cross of Constantine, St. Louis Conclave 18 Spoke at program honoring 70th Masonic anniversary of M.W. Bro. Frank P. Briggs, Macon 20 Attended meeting concerning possible organization of new Lodge, Chesterfield 27 Attended meeting with Deputy Grand Master, Grand Lecturer and local District Deputy Grand Lecturers, St. Louis September 3 Official visit to Mizpah Lodge No. 639 4 Attended Benjamin Franklin Lodge No. 642 5 Gavel Club, St. Louis Attended Bridgeton Lodge No. 80 6 Attended Ferguson Lodge No. 542 7 Rode in Central States Shrine Parade, St. Louis Spoke at Mt. Moriah Lodge No. 40, Ladies' Night II Spoke at Magnolia Lodge No. 626, Youth Night 12 Attended Beacon Lodge No.3 14 Attended meeting of Board of Directors of Masonic Home of Missouri, Independence Attended meeting of Grand Lodge officers and Grand Lodge Ritual Committee Attended special Communication of Weston Lodge No. 53, open air degree 15 Opened Grand Lodge for cornerstone ceremony, Grandview Presided at cornerstone ceremony of Western Unit of Masonic Home of Missouri 17 Attended Masonic funeral of W.Bro. Lambert A. Seiller, Past Master of Trinity Lodge No. 641 19-21 Attended Grand Lodge of Iowa, Cedar Rapids 27 Installed officers of Tuscan Lodge No. 360 29 Grand Master's Banquet, St. Louis 30 Grand Lodge, St. Louis October 1 Grand Lodge, St. Louis

The Brothers of the Grand Lodge accepted and approved the report of M.W. Grand Master Vern H. Schneider with standing ovation. R.W. DEPUTY GRAND MASTER CHARLES E. SCHEURICH: Brethren, the Grand Master's Address will be received and referred to the Grand Lodge Committee on Grand Master's Address, M.W. Brother Robert J. Crede chairman. PRESENTATION OF RESOLUTIONS

The Grand Secretary read Resolutions presented at this time in the Monday Afternoon Session (First Day) of the Annual Communication for referral to the Grand Lodge Committee on Jurisprudence for consideration and for the Committee Report to be given in the Tuesday Morning Session (Second Day) of the Annual Communication.

1985

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

RESOLUTION IN RE: NEW SECTION 9.180 OF THE BY-LAWS OF THE GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

To the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri: Be It Resolved, that the By-Laws of the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of The State of Missouri be amended by adding the following new Section,

which will be referred to as Section 9.180 and provide as follows: "Section 9.180. LODGE EDUCATION OFFICER. Annually the Master of each lodge shall appoint a Master Mason of that lodge who shall be designated as the Lodge Education Officer. Such officer shall receive communications from the Grand Lodge Committee on Masonic Education and, subject to the direction of the Master of the lodge, shall develop and carry out plans for the continuing Masonic education of all lodge members. Subject to the approval of the Master and any applicable lodge by-laws, such officer shall also be authorized to select, organize and direct a lodge education committee composed of Master Masons of his lodge to assist him in carrying out the aforesaid purposes. Reason for proposed by-law:

Unless our members are enlightened as to the meaning of the Masonic way of life, they cannot be expected to put our Masonic principles into action. Continuing Masonic education at the lodge level for the benefit of all of our members is of critical importance. In view of the recent success of the voluntary Lodge Education Program, this proposed by-law is intended to encourage continuity in the development and execution of a strong Masonic Education Program at the Blue Lodge level. VERN H. SCHNEIDER, P.M. Tuscan Lodge No. 360 WALTER L. WALKER, P.M. Stella Lodge No. 538 ROBERT D. JENKINS, P.M. Country Club Lodge No. 656 P. VINCENT KINKEAD, P.M. Saint Francois Lodge No. 234 WILLIAM H. WISBROCK, P.M. Webster Groves Lodge No. 84 CHARLES E. SCHEURICH, P.M. Acacia Lodge No. 602 RESOLUTION IN RE: ENTITY FOR GRANTING SCHOLARSHIPSILOANS FOR PUBUC SCHOOL GRADUATES

Resolved, that for the purpose of creating a legal entity for the granting of scholarships and/or loans to worthy graduates of Missouri public high schools to assist them in continuing their education at accredited colleges or universities, the Grand Master is hereby authorized to cause the creation of a corporation or other legal entity which shall be organized under the laws of the State of Missouri exclusively for the aforesaid charitable purposes and in such a manner as to qualify as a tax-exempt entity under the applicable provisions of the Internal Revenue Code, as the same may be amended from time to time, so that gifts and bequests to such organization shall qualify for deduction purposes under the federal income, gift and estate tax laws. Be It Further Resolved, that for the purpose of identifying the relationship of the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri to such organization, the words "Masonic" and "Missouri" may be used in the name of such organization, and the Grand Secretary is hereby authorized to certify to the Secretary of State of the State of Missouri this authorization. VERN H. SCHNEIDER, P.M. Tuscan Lodge No. 360 Stella Lodge No. 538 WALTER L. WALKER, P.M. Country Club No. 656 ROBERT D. JENKINS, P.M. CHARLES E. SCHEURICH, P.M. Acacia Lodge No. 602 P. VINCENT KINKEAD, P.M. Saint Francois Lodge No. 234

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1985

ELECTION OF GRAND LODGE OFFICERS

M.W. Grand Master Schneider appointed R.W. Brother Ned D. Inglish Chairman of Election and designated the District Deputy Grand Masters of the odd-numbered Masonic Districts as the Tellers. M.W. Brother Schneider called on the Grand Secretary to provide needed additional information relative to the procedure for the Election of Officers. When the ballots had been collected, the Grand Master declared the voting closed. REMARKS OF M.W. GRAND MASTER GEORGE R. TOLEN OF INDIANA REPORT OF MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI

R.W. Brother Charles E. Scheurich, Deputy Grand Master and President of the Board of Directors, presented the Report of the Masonic Home. R.W. BROTHER SCHEURICH: Brethren, it is a real delight for me to stand up here and tell you that a Masonic dream in the State of Missouri has come true. We have two Masonic Homes in the State of Missouri: The Eastern Unit at Saint Louis and the Western Unit in Jackson County (Kansas City). Brethren, I am equally proud to announce to you that the Cornerstone of this building has been laid. When we wrote these reports, we had a date set for the Laying of the Cornerstone. The Grand Master did an exceptionally good job; we had exceptionally good attendance. The building is scheduled to be completed some time in December. We hope to occupy it no later than March. Yesterday I completed my service on the Masonic Home Board, as President. We had a Special Meeting at 2:00 P.M.; we hired an Executive Director for the Home. As you will read in the Report, our Executive Director did resign because of ill health. We hired James Darrell Wilson; he is Executive Director of the George H. Nettleton Home in Kansas City. He will go to work for our organization on November 1, 1985. R.W. Brother Scheurich reminded the Members of the Grand Lodge of the Tour of the Masonic Home at 4:00 P.M., after the close of the Monday Afternoon Session of the Annual Communication.

1985

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

BOARD OF DIRECTORS -

MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI

Left to right: Seated - front row Vern H. Schneider, Grand Master Mrs. Geraldine Molander, President, O.E.S. Advisory Board Mrs. Georgia Beason, Treasurer, O.E.S. Advisory Board Charles E. Scheurich, Deputy GrandMaster - President of the Board of Directors Standing - middle row Lawrence N. Weenick, Assistant Secretary Rudolf G. Eskridge D. Robert Downey James A. Estell P. Vincent Kinkead, Senior Grand Warden

Albert J. Elfrank, Vice President William H. Wisbrock, Junior Grand Warden Carll. Stein, Secretary to the Board ofDirectors Standing - back row Fielding A. Poe, Coordinator of Fraternal Relations D. Jeff Lance, Legal Counsel Dr. Gerald L. Cook H. David Thomas, Executive Director James H. Cobban Judge Thomas K. McGuire, Jr., Senior Grand Deacon

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1985

OFFICERS Charles E. Scheurich, President Albert J. Elfrank, Vice-President Eldon Turnbull, Treasurer

Carl 1. Stein, Secretary Lawrence N. Weenick, Ass't. Secretary Vern H. Schneider, Honorary Chairman

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Vern H. Schneider, Grand Master, St. Louis Charles E. Scheurich, Deputy Grand Master, Columbia P. Vincent Kinkead, Senior Grand Warden, Farmington William H. Wisbrock, Junior Grand Warden, St. Louis Thomas K. McGuire, Jr., Senior Grand Deacon, Springfield

James H.- Cobban, Springfield Dr. Gerald L. Cook, Harrisonville D. Robert Downey, St. Louis Albert J. Elfrank, Advance Rudolf G. Eskridge, Independence James A. Estell, Cameron Eldon Turnbull, Troy Lawrence N. Weenick, St. Louis

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

Mrs. Georgia Beason, Treasurer, Marshfield

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF H. David Thomas, Executive Director Ms. Christine Stoehr, Administrative Assistant Mrs. Bettye Newton, Accountant Mrs. Janet Bold, Assistant Accountant Mrs. Annette Faerber, Bookkeeper Mr. Allen Abernathy, Payroll Clerk Mrs. Joan Lagage, Director, Personnel/ Records Ms. Pamela McCarty, Personnel/Records Coordinator Ms. Sherri Fischer, Secretary Ms. Terri Vanover, ReceptionistlCBX Operator Mrs. Rose Curran, Director, Dietary Service Mrs. Myrtle Myers, Assistant, Dietary Service Ms. Patricia Warren, Assistant, Dietary Service Ms. Rita Rideout, Assistant, Dietary Service Mrs. Maria Esperanza Leith, Director, Housekeeping Service Mrs. Janetta St. John, Assistant Housekeeping Service Clarence Mosley, Assistant, Laundry Mrs. Lona Payne, Director, Nursing Service

Mrs. Peggy Winkle, Assistant Director, Nursing Mrs. Toni Staples, Assistant Director, Nursing Mrs. Maria Maldonado, Director, Social Services Mrs. Beverly Vinyard, Assistant, Social Services D. Jeff Lance, Legal Counsel Richard D. Jacobs, Sr., Financial Advisor Marshall Creech, Engineer/Director, Maintenance Service Rod Leidner, Engineer/Assistant Director, Maintenance Service Thomas Gorman, Director, Purchasing/ Receiving & Transportation Curt Cardwell, Director, Recreation Ms. Mary Beth Kaup, Assistant, Recreation Ms. Melinda Smith, Assistant, Recreation Mrs. Sue Kennedy, Director, Resident Service Mrs. Barbara Myers, Assistant Director, Resident Service Ms. Margaret McKay, Assistant Director, Resident Service

1985

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FRATERNAL RELATIONS Fielding A. Poe, Jr., P.G.M., Coordinator

MEDICAL STAFF Staff Harold E. Walters, M.D., Medical Director A. F. Montgomery, M.D., Staff Physician John Mullins, M.D., Staff Physician Robert Rainey, M.D., Staff Physician John Roberts, M.D., Staff Physician L. M. Birenbaum, F.A.C.A., Pharmacist

Consultants R. A. Chiponigian, M.D., Ophthalmolo-

gist Earl P. Holt, Jr., M.D., Orthopedic Surgeon Robert Paine, M.D., Cardiologist Richard Bernstein, D.D.S.

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 Board of Directors of the Masonic Home of Missouri is submitted in compliance with Grand Lodge requirements.

EXECUTIVE ORGANIZATION The Board of Directors consists of five Grand Lodge officers who serve ex officio and eight Brethren who are elected by the Grand Lodge, two being elected each year to serve four year terms. The Grand Master is Honorary Chairman and the Deputy Grand Master serves as President. Upon the conclusion of 1984 Grand Lodge Annual Communication an organizational meeting was held for the purpose of electing officers. The following committees served during the past year: Executive Committee: Charles E. Scheurich, Chairman, and all members of the Board of Directors Admissions and Discipline Committee: Eldon Turnbull, Chairman, and all members of the Board of Directors Administration Committee: D. Robert Downey, Chairman; Eldon Turnbull, P. Vincent Kinkead, Lawrence N. Weenick, Thomas K. McGuire, Jr., Rudolf G. Eskridge Legal Committee: Thomas K. McGuire, Jr." Chairman; Lawrence N. Weenick Finance Committee: James A. Estell, Chairman; Albert]. Elfrank, William H. Wisbrock, James H. Cobban, Gerald L. Cook Steering Committee, Western Unit: James A. Estell, Chairman; D. Robert Downey, Eldon Turnbull, Gerald L. Cook Special Advisory Committee on Automation: George C. Vincent, Chairman; William Brown, F. Howard Rose, Richard L. Willis, Jr., Harold Bulger Grand Lodge Committee - Relief and Charity: Albert J. Elfrank, Chairman; James A. Estell, Eldon Turnbull, William H. Wishbrock, Carl I. Stein, Secretary-Treasurer APPLICATIONS Carried over from previous year 2 Received during year 81 Admitted to Home during year 69 Rejected because of ineligibility 5 Died before application passed by Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 0 5 Died after application passed by Board Withdrawn by Lodge/Chapter before action by Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 3 Withdrawn by Lodge/Chapter after action by Board 2 Pending June 30, 1985 ....Q 81 RESIDENT STATISTICS

Women Members in Home July 1, 1984 243 Arrived during year " " ., .. .. .. .. .. . 51 Died during year 52 Discharged during year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. __ 1 Members in Home June 30,1985 241

Men 55 21 14 _1 61

Total 298 72 66 2 302

1985

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MASONIC HOME HOSPITAL July 1, 1984-June 30,1985 Total number of patients in hospital July 1, 1984 " 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, 1985

201 187 112 204 66 191 54 207

MASONIC HOME HOSPITAL CLINIC July 1, 1984-June 30, 1985 Total Total Total Total

number number number number

of residents treated in Clinic of residents seen by Doctor of treatments and hypos of baths assisted per month in residence

. 7,150 . 1,128 . 17,839 7 .

REPORT OF MEDICAL DIRECTOR Delivery of medical care at all levels continues to improve. At present, we have 9 R.N.'s and 6 L.P.N.'s on our staff. The Medical Staff consists of: Harold E. Walters, M.D., Medical Director John E. Mullins, M.D. Austin F. Montgomery, M.D. John Roberts, M.D. Robert Rainey, M.D. Richard A. Berstein, D.D.S. R. A. Chipongian, M.D. With the sale of Charter Hospital to the City of St. Louis, we were forced to terminate our longstanding relationship with this Hospital. We have continued our relationship with Washington University and Barnes Hospital. In recent months, we have established a new relationship with Deaconess Hospital. There, many of our guests are receiving the same high quality of medical attention that was formerly obtained at Charter Hospital. In addition, a consulting agreement with Deaconess Hospital for the physiotherapy and dietary needs of the Masonic Home has been arranged. In an effort to be able to afford the increasing costs of effective Medical Care, the Board of Directors voted to purchase Part "B" Medicare for every guest. It became effective July 1, 1985. We continue to have a class of student nurses from St. Louis University who obtain clinical experience under close supervision in our hospital area. All portions of our health care delivery are inspected frequently by the various licensing agencies. We are proud of our record. Dr. Chipongian has successfully helped increase the visional ability of many of the guests. The Social Service (Maria Maldonado) and Pharmacy (Lee Birenbaum) departments are part of a dedicated medical team. Mrs. Payne, Director of Nurses, coordinates most of the medical ancillary facilities into a harmonious team. It has been a pleasure to work with such a talented group. HAROLD E. WALTERS, M.D. Medical Director

1985

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

GIFTS FROM THE ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR July 1, 1984 through June 30, 1985 Anchor Chapter No. 54 - Men's Clothing Florissant Chapter No. 161 - Lap Robes Florissant Chapter No. 161 - Fruitcake Golden Crown Chapter No. 173 - Men's Clothing Golden Gate Chapter No. 58 - Lap Robes Golden Link Chapter No. 512 - Women's Clothing Golden Link Chapter No. 512 - Women's Clothing Independence Chapter No. 329 - Men's Clothing Ionic Chapter No. 441 - Men's Clothing Kirkwood Chapter No. 358 - 11 Bags of material Maplewood Chapter No. 264 - Women's Clothing

Mount Moriah Chapter No. 6- Women's & Men's Clothing Occidental Chapter No. 185 - Clothing Orient Chapter No. 491 - Women's Clothing Oriental Chapter No. 228 - Men's Clothing Popular Bluff Chapter No. 344 - Men's Clothing and Chair Riverview Chapter No. 315 - Women's Clothing Ruth Chapter No. 177 - Lap Robes Past Matrons Club - Large amount of Homemade Cookies

MONETARY GIFTS July 1, 1984 through June 30,1985 Job's Daughters Bethel No.4 Ladies of Mount Moriah No.4 (Bed Rails) Past Matrons, Past Patrons, Trailer Club Order of Rainbow for Girls - Project by Darla Past Matrons Club of Vincel Chapter No. 43 Past Matrons and Patrons - Vera Linck , Rosebud Club, Mount Moriah Heavenly 77's Worthy Matrons and Patrons Club

. . . . . . . .

$791.08 94.00 30.00 26.00 25.00 10.00 10.00 10.00

The following amounts were given by the Masonic Home Advisory Board: Snack Parlor $ 17,544.00 Snack Parlor 750.00 378.00 Wheel Chairs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Easter 25.00 Undesignated 1,059.53 Snack Parlor 750.00 350.00 Wheel Chairs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Western Unit Window Memorial 5,900.00 96,625.00 Western Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Easter 110.00 Snack Parlor 750.00 Undesignated 342.50 Wheel Chairs , , , ,. .. .. .. .. 200.00 Endowment Fund 17.00 Snack Parlor 750.00 622.32 Christmas Fund Curtains 1,000.00 Endowment Fund 22.00 O.E.S. Van. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20,985.56 $148,180.91

1985

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

DINNER TABLE AND HOSPITAL TRAY FAVORS July 1,1984 through June 30,1985 Independence Day - Maplewood Chapter No. 264 Labor Day - Meridian Chapter No. 442 Columbus Day - Bridgeton Chapter No. 266 Halloween - Gardenville Chapter No. 513 Thanksgiving - Crestwood Chapter No. 82 Christmas - Mehlville Chapter No. 187 Lincoln's Birthday - Ballwin Chapter No. 435 Valentine's Day - Beacon Chapter No. 256 Washington's Birthday - Florissant Chapter No. 161

St. Pat's Day - Mt. Moriah Chapter No.6 Easter - Martha Club April Fool's Day - Shelbina Chapter No. 159 Mother's Day - Jennings Chapter No. 497 Memorial Day - Pomegranate Chapter No. 397 Flag Day - Apollo Chapter No. 424 Father's Day- Harmony Temple No. 499 Extra favors between Independence Day and Labor Day - Hope Chapter No. 265

REPORT OF INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANTS August 9, 1985 To the Board of Directors Masonic Home of Missouri In our opinion, the accompanying balance sheet and the related statement of income, expenses and changes in fund balances present fairly the financial position of the Masonic Home of Missouri atJune 30, 1985, and the results of its operations and the changes in fund balances for the year then ended, in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles consistently applied. Our examination of these statements was made in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards and, accordingly, included such tests of the accounting records and such other auditing procedures as we considered necessary in the circumstances. PRICE WATERHOUSE

BALANCE SHEET JUNE 30, 1985

Current Unrestricted

Restricted

General

Reserve

Endowments (Note 3)

Building

Total

June30,1984 Total All Funds

Assets

Cash .............................. Investments (Note 2) ................ Receivables ........................ Inventory and supplies .............. Receivable from C & A accounts ..... Prepaids and other assets ............ Due (to) from other funds ........... Total assets ......................

$ 18,375 243,342 2,485 26,690 20,927 94,807 52,919 $459,545

$ $15,152,049 32,300

(14,289) $15,170,060

$15,361,940

(18,207) $15,343,733

79,935 3,932,344 21,386

98,310 $ 276,509 34,689,675 32,161,356 54,394 56,171 28,841 26,690 20,927 31,190 94,807 98,140

(20,423) $4,013,242 $34,986,580 $32,650,430

Liabilities and fund balances

Liabilities: Amount due depository ........... Accounts payable and accrued expenses ..................... Accrued withholding and payroll taxes ................... Accrued payroll .................. Federal excise taxes payable ....... Totalliabilities ................. Fund balances: Unrestricted ..................... Unrestricted - Board designated ..................... Restricted ........................ Total fund balances ............. Total liabilities and fund balances ................

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6,587

2,347

16,335

100,271 $

48,138

11,900 18,487

12,200 14,547

426,140

603,059

139,997

5,800 448,275

36,971 82,622 76,800 899,723

37,250 86,131 78,000 389,516

41,131

199,859

41,131 15,151,573 $ 41,131

$15,151,573

15,329,186 $15,329,186

$459,545

$15,170,060

$15,343,733

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15,151,573 16,270,005 18,894,153 15,791,050 $34,086,857 $32,260,914 $34,986,580 $32,650,430

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General

Reserve

Income: Grand Lodge/Chapter $ 263,532 $ 32,300 2,348,030 Investment Income 43,679 . Gain on security transactions 592,549 181,493 Gifts and bequests 1,138,619 Home Family income: Assets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 975,914 Pensions 1,672,177 43,630 Miscellaneous .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Total income $5,484,776 $ 1,807,147 Expenses: 3,339,561 Salaries and benefits 459,036 Food supplies and services 256,769 Fuel and utilities Repairs, maintenance and improvements 110,079 Furniture and equipment purchases 82,563 Laundry and housekeeping..... 106,166 156,075 Hospital supplies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Restricted Christmas Endowments and (Note 3) Entertainment

June 30, 1984 Building

Total

914,761

295,832 $ 273,873 2,497,841 2,717,911 1,201,777 1.405.808 2,744,152 2,251,528

$1,211,327

975,914 830,604 1,520,478 1,672,177 43,630 30.324 $ 9,651,393 $ 8,810,456

$ $

29,636 609,228 509,279

$ 1,148,143

Total All Funds

$ 296,566

9,400

3,339,561 459,036 256,769

3,043,108 412,661 274,912

119,479

212,780

82,563 106,166 156,075

105,631 88,703 143,276

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29,636

43,679

5,800

12,200

11,900

5,521

55,579

41,836 $

20,721

406,658 138,895 98,414 223,530 106,581 78,836 54,571

218,620 153,148 94,223 227,639 92,094 74,474 85,908

82,260 26,227 116,433 $ 5,852,054 $

78,000 18,709 138,894

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$ 3,799,339 $ 3,347,676

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$ 1,106,307

$1,190,606

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$ 1,751,568 16,270,005 (2,870,000) $15,151,573

($9,048) 9,048 $

$ 1,106,307 14,222,879 $15,329,186

$ (62,994)

1,577,219 2,050,742 $3,564,967

1,253,600

136,782

719,796

66,197

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$ 1,825,943 $ 3,144,697

32,260,914

29,116,217

$34,086,857 $32,260,914

See accompanying Notes to Financial Statements.

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GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS NOTE 1 -

Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

Description offunds: 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 reserve fund security transactions are recorded in the reserve fund. 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 endowment fund securities are recorded in the endowment funds. Building Fund: Contributions for the improvement of buildings and grounds and future construction, and the related expenses are recorded in the building fund. Contributions for the design and construction of the Masonic Home of Missouri Western Unit are recorded in the building fund. Interest income from these monies and expenditures for design and construction of the Western Unit are recorded in the building fund. Restricted - Christmas and Entertainment: Originally, gifts designated for the purchase of Christmas gifts and entertainment were recorded as current restricted funds, however, during fiscal year 1985 the Home closed the Christmas and entertainment fund into the general fund. Christmas and entertainment related expenditures are currently provided by the general 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 as 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. Repairs and maintenance, equipment purchases, and furniture and fixtures purchases include expenditures for projects that were funded by specified donations. 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, $144,123 at June 30, 1985, is held in custody by the Home in accounts segregated from Home assets. Remaining balances at the time of death revert to the general fund. Taxes: The Home is exempt from federal income taxes under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3). The Home is taxed as a private operating foundation in accordance with the provisions of the Internal Revenue Code. Accordin~ly, the net investment income of the Home is

1985

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

subject to a 2% Federal excise tax. Summarized Financial Information for 1984: The financial information for the year ended June 30, 1984, presented for comparative purposes, is not intended to be complete financial statement presentation. NOTE 2 -

Investments:

Investments of the Home at June 30, 1985 were as follows: General Fund Cost or Value When Acquired Market

. $235,845 $235,845 Certificates of Deposit U.S. Government bonds and notes Corporate bonds . Corporate stocks 7,206 7,206 Investment in real 291 estate and other _ _=2.;;..9",-1 $243,342 $243,342 Building Fund Cost or Value When Acquired

Reserve Fund Cost or Value When Market Acquired 1,000 $ 1,000 $

2,995,051 5,086,322 7,031,792

3,176,240 5,108,542 8,186,519

37,884 37,884 $15,152,049 $16,510,185 Endowment Fund Cost or Value When Acquired

Market Market Certificates of deposit $1,477,900 $1,477,900 U.S. Government bonds and notes $ 3,221,308 $ 3,393,334 Corporate bonds 2,392,891 2,392,891 5,663,505 5,183,306 Corporate stocks . 6,432,428 7,188,019 Investments in real 61,553 61,553 44,699 44,699 . estate and other $3,932,344 $3,932,344 $15,361,940 $15,809,358 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 $998,634 and $921,991, respectively, at June 30, 1985. NOTE 4 -

Pension Plan:

The Board of Directors has voted to adopt an employee pension plan to go into effect on July 1, 1984. This plan benefits all non-union employees on a retroactive basis who were eligible and employed as of the effective date of the plan. The plan is a definedcontribution plan, and it requires the Masonic Home of Missouri to make annual contributions equal to 5% of each eligible employee's compensation. Past service costs will be funded over the five years commencingJuly 1, 1984. Pension expense under the plan was $36,121 for fiscal year 1985. In addition, upon retirement the Home made payments to certain retiring employees. These payments, totalling $33,545 were recorded as pension expense in fiscal year 1985. In accordance with the union contract, all eligible union employees are covered by a defined contribution pension plan. Pension expense under this plan was $28,658 for the year ended June 30, 1985. NOTE 5 -

Western Unit Construction:

The Board of Directors has authorized the construction of, and entered into contracts to construct the Masonic Home of Missouri Western Unit in Kansas City, Missouri, at a maximum cost of $3,010,000. Since approval of the project, through June 30, 1985 a total of $1,390,382 has been expended for construction of the Western Unit.

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August 9, 1985 To the Board of Directors Masonic Home of Missouri REPORT ON ADDITIONAL INFORMATION In our opinion, the accompanying information is stated fairly in all material respects in relation to the financial statements, taken as a whole, of the Masonic Home of Missouri for the year ended June 30, 1985, which is covered by our opinion presented in the first section of this report. The accompanying information is presented as additional data and is not essential for a fair presentation of the financial position, results of operations and changes in fund balances. Our examination, which was made primarily for the purpose of forming an opinion on the financial statements taken as a whole, included such tests of the accounting records, from which the additional information was compiled, and such other auditing procedures as we considered necessary in the circumstances. PRICE WATERHOUSE Schedule I GENERAL FUND INCOME COMPARED TO BUDGET FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 1985

Actual

Grand Lodge per capita tax Grand Chapter per capita tax Investment income: Reserve Fund Endowment Fund Simon Memorial Fund William Knollman Fund General Fund Gussie Grenner Estate Home Family - Assets relinquished Home Family - Pensions General Fund contributions Delmar Apartments - rental income Miscellaneous

. $ 202,315 . 61,217 . . . . . . . . . . .

Budget $ 215,000

Variance from budget over (under)

31,700

($ 12,685) 29,517

1,201,824 1,200,000 883,001 910,000 50,496 54,000 105,978 105,000 57,044 83,600 49,687 47,000 975,914 800,000 1,672,177 1,440,000 181,493 370,000 12,019 10,500 31,611 19,200 $5,484,776 $5,286,000

1,824 (26,999) (3,504) 978 (26,556) 2,687 175,914 232,177 (188,507) 1,519 12,411 $198,776

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Vanance from Budget Over (under)

$2,764,143 198,342 15,975 125,120 91,304 16,553 28,658 69,666 29,800 459,036 135,439 98,787 7,743 14,800 90,328 33,596 48,967 80,613 25,553 156,075 406,658 21,783 13,985 549 6,473 3,973

$2,620,000 164,000 800 105,000 70,000 16,200 28,000 76,000 4,800 435,000 188,000 115,000 7,400 11,000 81,000 13,600 67,924 45,000 22,000 120,000 155,000 22,200 13,700 1,000 6,500 3,000

$144,143 34,342 15,175 20,120 21,304 353 658 (6,334) 25;000 24,036 (52,561) (16,213) 343 3,800 9,328 19,996 (18,957) 35,613 3,553 36,075 251,658 (417) 285 (451) (27) 973

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$2,632,291 181,418 383 105,359 74,940 16,650 27,267 4,800 412,661 149,583 106,155 8,003 11,171

169,010 88,696 16,935 57,426 31,277 143,276 218,620 25,355 15,194 1,133 7,885 4,135

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6,577 6,255 98,414 13,471 9,048 3,168 29,481 11,643 3,506 5,552 95,397 85,555 106,581 19,751 54,571 26,227 46,009

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72,000 20,800 15,000

50,157 719,796

50,157 789,743

3,550 29,338

3,550 41,588

$6,367,966 Other expenditures funded by specific contributions: Minibus Sheers Wheelchairs Other Federal excise tax on investment income Total expenditures

5,500 4,200 97,400 10,000 10,500 2,400 25,000 15,200 3,000 3,000 85,000 75,000 113,000

20,985 11,735 668 52,360 $6,453,714

$5,834,162

1,077 2,055 1,014 3,471 (1,452) 768 4,481 (3,557) 506 2,552 10,397 10,555 (6,419) 19,751 (17,429) 5,427 31,009 (69,947)

5,445 4,679 94,223 11,897 14,565 4,016 27,564 13,981 3,064 714 122,682 81,321 92,094 17,005 85,908 18,704 20,002 2,445 66,197 74,558

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MASONIC HOME CHEER COMMITTEE August 1, 1985 Charles E. Scheurich, President Board of Directors Masonic Home of Missouri 5351 Delmar Boulevard St. Louis, Missouri 63112 Dear R.W. Brother Scheurich: The annual report of the Masonic Home Cheer Committee is submitted for your approval. At the annual election of officers, held on September 30, 1984, the incumbent officers were re-elected by acclamation: Harlan B. Owens Violet Whitworth George W. Whitworth

President Vice President Secretary-Treasurer

The Guardian Council of Missouri, International Order ofJob's Daughters held their annual Masonic Home Church program on Sunday, October 28, 1984, The residents of the Home enjoyed the singing of the young ladies of the various Bethels as well as the sermon of the day by the pastor. Our Thanksgiving Day and our Christmas Day visit to the residents of both the Hospital and the dining room was well attended as the Committee visited each resident individually to pass out cards appropriate to the day and money to the ones that were in the dining room. A Christmas Party was held on Friday, December 21, 1984 with the Moolah Orchestra providing the music. The entertainment was provided by the Gardenville Square Dancers with a lively dance sequence; topped off the evening entertainment by the St. Charles Barber Shop quartet with their fine selection of songs, followed by their Sweet Adelines who accompanied them with a few selections of their own. Cookies, furnished by the wives of the Committee, and ice cream refreshments were served as Santa Claus made his rounds. On Saturday, May 11, 1985, Mothers Day, and Saturday, June 15, 1985, Fathers Day, we paid each resident of the Home a personal visit, either in the hospital or in the dining room at dinner to pass out cards appropriate to the occasion and gifts to the ones in the dining room. The Letter Carriers Band performed in the lounge, on Tuesday July 16, 1985, with a variety of pleasing pieces which the audience enjoyed and held them over for several additional selections. Our Annual Chicken and Fish Fry was held at Kirkwood Lodge No. 484 again this year on Saturday, July 22, 1985. The residents of the Home were picked up at 10:00 a.m. in Committee members' cars and taken to the Lodge where they enjoyed picking up various gifts of their selection before entering the dining room for a delicious dinner and dessert and pleasant conversation. They were then returned safely to the Home. All this was made possible by gifts of the Lodges, the ladies of the Eastern Star, the Moolah Shrine Circus and others who contributed. We thank all for the assistance given by everyone. Brother H. David Thomas and his staff detailed to help the Cheer Committee during this year made our efforts much more enjoyable.

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The Secretary-Treasurer's annual report of Receipts of donors and the expenses shown by the Disbursements are made a part of this report. Fraternally and sincerely, HARLAN B. OWENS, President.

Following is our Financial and Activities Report for the fiscal year August 1, 1984-July 31, 1985: Balance in Bank July 31, 1984 Petty Cash on hand Receipts per list following Disbursements per list following Balance on hand July 31, 1985 Recapitulation: Balance in Mercantile Bank Petty Cash on hand

. $2,810.77 116.16 $2,926.93 . 3,595.00 $6,521.93 . 3,942.66 . $2,579.27 . $2,532.78 46.49 . $2,579.27

ACTIVITIES AND DISBURSEMENTS OF THE MASONIC HOME CHEER COMMITTEE August 1, 1984 through July 31, 1985 1984 September 4 15 November 17 December 21 December 22

Letter Carriers Band Concert (Rescheduled from July) $ 56.80 Carnival - Picnic . 385.33 Thanksgiving Cash Distribution . 735.00 Christmas Party, entertainment, Santa Claus, refreshments, music - courtesy of Bro. Howard Funck and the Moolah Band . 161.47 Christmas Cash Distribution . 755.00

1985 May 11 June 15 July 16

Mother's Day Cash Distribution . Father's Day Cash Distribution . Letter Carriers Band Concert (Gratuity to Band and Refreshments) . Kirkwood Chicken and Fish Dinner . July 27 (Transportation provided by representatives and other members of the Masonic Family) Printing, postage, cards for distribution days, office supplies, etc. . Total disbursements

696.00 711.00 74.00 105.00

263.06 $3,942.66

Note: The Moolah Band Concert scheduled for June 19 was rescheduled to August 28 and will appear on next year's report.

The above is in balance with the bank statements, checkbook and cash journal as of July 31, 1985. HARLAN B. OWENS, President. Attest: GEORGE W. WHITWORTH,

Secretary.

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RECEIPTS AND DEPOSITS Lodges, A.F. & A.M.:

Meridian No.2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. S 200.00 100.00 George Washington No.9 . 25.00 Naphtali No. 25 . 50.00 . Mt. Moriah No. 40 25.00 Bonhomme No. 45 . 200.00 Bridgeton No. 80 . 50.00 Pomegranate No. 95 . 100.00 Pride of the West No. 179 . 50.00 Keystone No. 243 . America No. 347 . 25.00 50.00 Lambskin No. 460 . 50.00 Kirkwood No. 484 . 100.00 Clifton Heights No. 520 . 50.00 Algabil No. 544 .. 15.00 Olive Branch No. 576 . 50.00 Forest Park No. 578 . 100.00 Wellston No. 613 . 25.00 Overland No. 623 . 50.00 Magnolia No. 626 . 25.00 Progress No. 657 . Punty No. 658 . 10.00 Berkeley No. 667 . 40.00 St. Francois No. 234 25.00 (Libertyville) . 500.00 Tuscan No. 360 (Benevolent Fund) Members of Tuscan No. 360: 25.00 Bro. Robert Deppe . 25.00 Wor. Bro. Forest Head . 50.00 Wor. Bro. Otis Light . 25.00 Wor. Bro. Thomas L. Merrill . 100.00 . Bro. William F. Nolker 25.00 Bro. Harlan B. Owens 50.00 Bro. Andrew T. Smith . Appendant Bodies:

Bellefontaine Chapter No. 25 R.A.M . Ivanhoe Commandery No.8, K.T. Moolah Shrine . Square Club .

25.00 30.00 500.00 50.00

Eastern Star Chapters:

Anchor No. 54 . Benjamin Franklin No. 393 . Bridgeton No. 266 .. Crestwood No. 82 . Fenton No. 152 . Friendship No. 214 . Harmony Temple No. 499 . Loyal No. 511 . Maplewood No. 264 . Martharae No. 221 . Mehlville No. 187 . Mizpah Temple No. 515 . Rob Morris No. 328 . Venus No. 153 . Webster Groves No. 64 . Alexander No. 242, Sl. Charles, Mo. Puxico No. 422, Puxico, Mo .

20.00 10.00 100.00 20.00 10.00 10.00 25.00 10.00 50.00 50.00 5.00 40.00 10.00 50.00 25.00 25.00 35.00

Individuals:

Wor. Bro. Wm. E. Krenning, Westgate No. 445 . Wor. Bro. Gilbert and Mrs. Mattli, Berkeley No. 667 . Wor. Bro. Herbert Ort. et aI. Overland No. 623 . Bro. Charles Pistrui, Meridian No.2

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R.W. Bro. George W. & Violet Whitworth, Berkerey No. 667 .

50.00 50.00 15.00 50.00 50.00 15.00

Memorials:

Mrs. Leona Baerman, No. 499 O.E.S. in memory of Husband, 50.00 Elmer . Total Receipts , . $3,595.00

THE MASONIC HOMES - THIS YEAR - A REALITY The Masonic Homes- This year. I am happy to report that your labors have borne fruit. We now have two units of the Masonic Home - Eastern and Western. A giant step forward for Freemasonry in Missouri.

EASTERN UNIT The Board of Directors have continued upgrading the Eastern Unit by installing new windows, heating and air conditioning to the residential unit. This installation is in the final stages and was in operation for the summer and will be completed by the time this report is submitted. New tub facilities have been installed in the hospital unit which enables the employees to more easily handle and bathe the guests. All of the above have been made due to the generosity of the Brethren, Sisters and others who have made Contributions to this "Great Charity." We must keep the Eastern Unit in repair and never let it deteriorate, because, it will be hard for us to replace.

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WESTERN UNIT Reality is here! THE WESTERN UNIT is being constructed on schedule and will be open for occupancy by March 1986. The Board has adopted a policy for Admittance to the WESTERN UNIT which will be printed in The Freemason magazine. It should be remembered that the Western Unit is a residential facility and not a nursing unit. The fund-raising drive has been successful under the leadership of Brother Howard McHenry and the capable District Deputy Grand Masters. According to the last report six lodges have attained their goals of 100 percent contributions of all members of$50 each. We cannot let up now on our drive as this unit must have sufficient funds to operate. Our one-on-one contact with each member must continue for this "Great Charity." Is 1985 the year for the most Unusual Charitable Contribution of a Lifetime? As written in the August issue of the CPA Client Bulletin "Charitable" giving patterns are up for review this year for the reason that the tax benefits from such contributions could be a lot slimmer in future years. If the President's tax plan goes through, only one taxpayer in four is expected to have reason to itemize. And since the President's plan would limit charitable deductions to itemize, there goes the deductions for three persons in four. At the same time, the plan would reduce tax rates, making the deduction for a given contribution worth that much less. So perhaps 1985, when the old rules still apply, is the year for making that long-considered major contribution to the "Masonic Home."

COORDINATOR OF FRATERNAL RELATIONS Our Coordinator of Fraternal Relations M.W. Brother Fielding A. Poe has been a tremendous help to the Board and has traveled many miles in his duties of communicating the needs of the Home. His presentations at the Area meetings and his work with the Masonic Home information officers is bringing good results. It is hard to evaluate the full benefits to the Home as they will be coming ~o the Home through future years as gifts, wills and bequests. Our thanks go to M.W. Brother Poe in his dedication and time spent away from his family for the Masonic Home.

PERSONNEL We regret to report that our long-time Administrator resigned because of health problems. Brother H. David Thomas administered the home in a very professional way. He recommended and initiated many changes that have benefitted the home and saved many dollars. A search committee has been appointed and we expect to have a new Executive Director on board by September 28, 1985. The Board is fortunate to have a person of Brother Carl I. Stein's stature to take over the day-to-day operations ofthe Home as Interim Director, as well as, continuing his duties as Secretary to the Board. My thanks go to Brother Stein for all the help he has given me as President of the Board and his devotion to the Home and the Fraternity. Brother Jeff Lance who has been legal counsel since 1981 has submitted his desire to retire and spend more time fishing and improving his golf. He is stepping down as of November 1, 1985. The Board extends to him our sincere

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thanks for a job well done and hope he has a very happy retirement. Brother Lance has had very many difficult legal matters come up as well as many court cases on behalf of the Home and has been very successful in a majority of these cases. We will miss him at our Board meetings and again we wish him well. The Board has retained the services of M.W. Brother Vern H. Schneider to be Legal Counsel of the Board beginning November 1, 1985. We are very fortunate to have M.W. Brother Schneider as Legal Counsel. He is a man with great devotion to the Home as well as his knowledge of the Home's need. We are still blessed with an excellent staff who are involved with the care of our guests. Our Medical Staff is under the able leadership of Dr. Harold E. Walters. Doctor Walters has recommended and the Board has applied for Medicare Part "B" for those that are in the Home. It should be noted that each guest has to apply for Part "B" and it is not the responsibility of the Home to apply. The Board has budgeted for a Comptroller to be employed as soon as an Executive Director is employed. We feel the Board needs a better accounting of the Home's funds. To RichJacobs, our Financial Advisor, we give a special thanks for advising the Board and working with the Finance Committee on our investments. To the directors and other employees we appreciate the excellent care and comfort you have provided for our guests.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS It has been a pleasure for me to have worked with an excellent Board. As is the custom as dictated by our by-laws we are losing two stalwarts from the Board, RW. Brother Albert]. Elfrank of Advance and RW. Brother Eldon Turnbull of Troy. These brothers are going to be sorely missed. RW. Brother Elfrank has served as Chairman of the Reliefand Charity Committee and on the Finance Committee. He has served with the belief that his duties are for the care and comfort of our guests as well as less fortunate Brethren. R.W. Brother Turnbull has also served on the Relief and Charity Committee and the Administration Committee. He has been a valuable asset to these committees and his input has been invaluable. Brethren, your Masonic Home is in good hands and if you ever get the opportunity to serve this fine facility it is well worth the time. It is a position that every Freemason should have the opportunity to serve.

EASTERN STAR Again when the chips are down we can depend on the Eastern Star for their support. Earlier in this report you read a part of the donations of money to the Home. This report does not reflect the other gifts or efforts of this fine organization. Over $100,000 was donated to the Home at the Grand Chapter Session in October 1984. Another new van has been delivered to the Home for the use of our guests. We Salute You - "Members of the Eastern Star" for your hearty support. It has been a pleasure to have the Eastern Star Advisory Members on our Board and to work with them. Sisters Geraldine Molander, Georgia Beason and Lonnie Stalder have met with the Board at our quarterly meetings and at other times when requested.

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They have worked tirelessly on the fund-raising drive for the Western Unit.

FUND-RAISING We express our thanks to the appendant bodies and others for their contributions to the Western Unit and a special thanks to BrotherJoseph Collison, Weston, for his continued work on the Fund-Raising Project. In view of the fact that space is not available to list all contributors to this project, I would like to extend my personal thanks to each of you on behalf of the Masonic Home Board and all the Guests of the Home who will benefit from it. We urge you to continue your support of this fine Project.

MISCELLANEOUS By the time you read this report, we will have laid the Cornerstone for the new Western Unit. M.W. Brother Vern H. Schneider, with the assistance of other Grand Lodge Officers, will lay the Cornerstone, September 15, 1985, with a good attendance expected. I would be remiss if I did not express my thanks to all the voluntary groups that spend so much time for the comfort ofour guests and the money they raise for such a good cause. Also, I must thank the Editor of The Freemason magazine, M.W. Brother J. C. Montgomery,jr., for the excellent coverage he has given the Masonic Home. Brethren, please continue your support for "Your Masonic Home." Without your help we cannot continue with the care we give our less fortunate brethren, their wives and widows and members of the Eastern Star. Above all, Brethren, take advantage of the tour planned to the Masonic Home during this session of Grand Lodge. Respectfully submitted, CHARLES E. SCHEURICH, President. R.W. Brother Scheurich moved that the Report of the Masonic Home be accepted and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded. By the vote of the Grand Lodge, the Report of the Masonic Home was ACCEPTED. ANNOUNCEMENT R.W. DEPUTY GRAND MASTER CHARLES E. SCHEURICH

R.W. Brother Scheurich announced The Grand Master's Breakfast sponsored by Perseverance Lodge No. 92 at Louisiana will be held at 4:00 A.M. on Saturday, October 19, 1985. Breakfast will be served at 5:00 A.M. Perseverance Lodge will contribute the amount of the Voluntary Donations of the Brothers in attendance to the Masonic Home Christmas Fund. This will be the Twenty-Seventh Annual Grand Master's Breakfast of Perseverance Lodge; the Voluntary Donations for the Masonic Home Christmas Fund have totaled more than $27,000.00. REMARKS OF M.W. GRAND MASTER ARRIS M. JOHNSON OF KANSAS REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON GRAND MASTER'S ADDRESS

M.W. Brother Robert J. Crede, Chairman, presented the Report of the Committee on Grand Master's Address.

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To the Grand Lodge of Ancient Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri:

BRETHREN: Your Committee on the Grand Master's Address composed of all Past Grand Masters present at this 164th Annual Communication submits the following report as required by Section 5.030 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws. Most Worshipful Sir, we congratulate you on your very successful year as Grand Master of our Grand Lodge. Your continued dedication, enthusiasm and vitality in carrying out your programs and the work of the Grand Lodge during the past year has been outstanding. We are encouraged by our Grand Master's statement that "Masonry in Missouri has improved during the past year and that the trend involving young leaders in our Lodges has continued." He is to be commended for proclaiming the month of March as Masonic Education Month, the month of Mayas Masonic Service Month and designating September to be Federal Constitution Month. Through the various activities and service projects carried out by the Lodges during Masonic Service Month the teachings and tenets of Freemasonry were extended to many communities and families throughout the State of Missouri. The devotion and support our Grand Master gave to our Masonic Youth Organizations cannot be overlooked. The establishment of a Grand Master's Award to an outstanding member of the three youth groups is commendable. Not only during his year as Grand Master, but over the past nine years, Most Worshipful Brother Schneider has given so freely of his time and talent to the Board of Directors of our Masonic Home of Missouri and especially during the past few years to the development of the Western Unit. We applaud him for his genuine interest in the welfare of the present and future residents of the Masonic Home. We note the participation by our Grand Master in many activities of our Masonic Family, which we heartily approve and praise him for continuing the Masonic Round Tables which were started a few years ago. During the past year our Grand Master was called upon to render several decisions and rulings which we refer, along with the dispensations, consents and permissions, healings and reports of trial commissions, to the Committee on Jurisprudence for their consideration and action. We acknowledge the recommendations our Grand Master has made for the good of our Fraternity and encourage the committees to which they may be referred to give them their diligent consideration. Most Worshipful Grand Master, Vern, we express our thanks to you and to your lovely Lady Nada Sue, who accompanied you on so many of your trips, for a year of meritorious service. The two of you represented so capably our Grand Lodge through your visits to the large cities, the towns, the villages, to the far corners of our State and many trips out of state as evidenced by your itinerary. Best wishes to you and to Nada Sue for a future of health, happiness and continued service to our great Fraternity. Tomorrow we shall be pleased to welcome you to our ranks as a Past Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri and pledge our support to your successor in office. Fraternally submitted, ROBERT J. CREDE, Chairman, WALTER L. WALKER, J. EDWARD BLINN, EARL K. DILLE, JAMES A. NOLAND, JR., WILLIAM H CHAPMAN, FIELDING A. POE, BRUCE H. HeNT, ELVIS A. MOONEY, J. C. MONTGOMERY, JR., HAROLD O. GRAUEL, WILLIAM J. HILL, HERMAN A. ORLICK, J. MORGAN DONELSOJ'.

M.W. Brother Crede moved that the Report of the Committee on Grand Master's Address be received and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion

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was seconded. By the vote of the Grand Lodge, the Report of the Committee on Grand Master's Address was RECEIVED. REMARKS OF M.W. GRAND MASTER HAROLD D. PASCHAL OF IOWA REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON PUBUC SCHOOLS

R.W. Brother Walter C. Ploeser, Chairman, presented the Report of the Committee on Public Schools. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: Be It Resolved by this Committee of the Grand Lodge of Missouri that we express our

approval and gratitude for the recent rulings of the U.S. Supreme Court that found the following: 1. Unconstitutional a Grand Rapids, Michigan program that sent public teachers into private schools, using local tax money, to teach remedial and enrichment classes. 2. Found church-state conflict in use of federal "Chapter 1" grants to employ public teachers part of the time for remedial instruction in private and parochial locations. A related case was handled by Brother Hugh Wamble of Kansas City, a member of Rising Sun Lodge No. 13.

Your Committee reminds the members of the Grand Lodge that all Missouri Masons should be very vigilant in the protection of the Constitutional Wall of separation of Church and State. The Federal Administration is determined to succeed in getting aid for parochial and private schools through the avenue of tax deductions on school tuition, and while the actions of the Supreme Court made it clear this is not constitutional, there will be an effort through the U.S. Congress to accomplish it in spite ofthe Supreme Court's position. At that time, it will be necessary and most helpful for each of us to express our opinion toour members of Congress- House and Senate, regardless of our partisan politics. Respectfully submitted, DR. G. HUGH WAMBLE, WALTER H. BAIRD, DR. FRED W. LANIGAN, ALBERT J. EU"RAN K, DR. CHARLES J. MCCLAIN, DR. M. GRAHAM CLARK, BRUCE H. MCCULLY, WALTER C. PLOESER, Chairman. ELVIS A. MOONEY, P.G.M., RW. Brother Ploeser moved that the Report of the Committee on Public Schools be received and approved. The motion was seconded. By vote of the Grand Lodge, the Report of the Committee on Public Schools was RECEIVED and APPROVED. REMARKS OF M.W. GRAND MASTER VERN H. SCHNEIDER

M.W. Brother Schneider expressed sincere appreciation to R.W. Brother Ploeser as the Sovereign Grand Inspector General of the Scottish Rite Orient of Missouri for the opportunity and privilege of holding the 164th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge in the Saint Louis Scottish Rite Cathedral. RW. Brother Ploeser responded with the invitation to the Grand Lodge to hold the Annual Communication next year - and in any year - in any Missouri Scottish Rite Temple.

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REMARKS OF R.W. BROTHER STEWART M. L. POLLARD, EXECUTIVE SECRETARY OF THE MASONIC SERVICE ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES PRESENTATION TO M.W. GRAND MASTER VERN H. SCHNEIDER

The Executive Secretary of the Masonic Service Association presented to M.W. Brother Schneider a Certificate of Appreciation for his interest and support of the Masonic Service Association National Hospital Visitation Program by his personal visits to the Veterans Administration Hospitals in Missouri. RECOGNITION OF MASONIC SERVICE ASSOCIATION FIELD AGENTS

M.W. Grand Master Schneider presented the Field Agents who stood at their seats in the Auditorium to receive the applause of appreciation by the Grand Lodge: Brother L. Wayne Hill, Harry S Truman VA Hospital at Columbia. Brother William L. House, VA Hospital at Jefferson Barracks - Saint Louis. Brother Edward A. Gilmore, Cochran VA Hospital - Saint Louis. Brother James L. Pepper, VA Hospital - Poplar Bluff. REPORT OF MISSOURI LODGE OF RESEARCH

M.W. Brother William H Chapman, Worshipful Master, presented the Report of The Missouri Lodge of Research. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: This past year has been an interesting, exciting and productive one for the Lodge of Research. My first priority, on being installed as Worshipful Master, was to try my best to make good on a long unfulfilled promise of the Lodge of Research to produce a book on the life of Harry Truman. I am sure that over the last 12 or more years that the book had been regularly promised, many of our members had dropped out, feeling that the book would never be published. Obviously, many who joined the Lodge just to receive the book did not continue their membership. As a result of this and certain other factors, our membership dropped from approximately 2,300 in 1973 to approximately 1,300 in 1985. I am delighted to inform you that after several unsuccessful attempts to have the book written by a Missouri Mason, we were finally able to make an arrangement with a competent and highly respected contemporary Masonic scholar and writer to write and produce this book under the auspices of the Missouri Lodge of Research. He is Allen E. Roberts, President of Anchor Communications and of Imagination Unlimited. He is presently serving as President of and is a Fellow of the Philalethes and for years was the guiding force behind The Virginia Craftsmen. We are most fortunate to have a man of his talent and drive working with us. He has diligently applied himself to the task of writing this book. All of his material has been submitted to and reviewed by our editor, Tom Warden, and is, at this time being printed and bound. Members of the Missouri Lodge of Research will no doubt receive their copies of Brother Truman: The Masonic Life and Philosophy of Harry S Truman in the very near future. As if this wasn't sufficient good news, members have already this year

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received a book entitled The Case Collection: Biographies of Masonic Notables and early in 1986 they will receive another book by Case. We were most fortunate to have as our speaker at the Stated Communication held in connection with the Annual Convocation of the Grand Chapter, R.A.M. of the State of Missouri, M.W. Brother and Dr.]. C. Montgomery, Jr., P.G.M., who gave a very scholarly, detailed, interesting and, I might add, somewhat disturbing address on "The Rise of Modern Anti-Masonry." At the time of this Annual Communication, we are privileged to have as our speaker, Steward M. L. Pollard, Executive Secretary of the Masonic Service Association of the United States. He will speak at our Breakfast tomorrow (Tuesday) morning. I am sure you will find his message interesting and provocative. There are still a few tickets available. Our Annual Communication will be held in the "New" Masonic Temple two doors west of this building at 4:00 p.m. today. All Master Masons are cordially invited. We are fortunate to have had a man of the capability and dedication of Whit Griffith as our Secretaryrrreasurer. At the time of his untimely death, he was doing an excellentjob, as he had done for more than 25 years. We certainly owe him a debt of gratitude and thanks. The members of the Lodge of Research saw fit to make him an Honorary Member at our last meeting and to prove the wisdom ofour actions and the worth of the recipient, the Grand Lodge last year bestowed on him the honor of naming him as the second person to receive the Harry S Truman Award. Brethren, you can see that your Lodge of Research is alive, active and growing. With the outstanding calibre of officers in line, I am assured that the growth and worth will continue. Let me remind you that membership costs only $10.00 per year, and if you join now, you will receive a copy of the Truman book, which will certainly be a Masonic classic and treasure. Applications for membership can be obtained from Frank W. Hazelrigg, Jr. at the Lodge of Research table in the lobby, from Earl Dille, Bob Jenkins, Tom Warden, or from me. Won't you join us? Fraternally submitted, W. H CHAPMAN, Worshipful Master, 1984-85. M.W. Brother Chapman amplified the report: My number one priority this year was to try to get a book produced on the life of Harry Truman, which has been promised to the Lodge of Research for many, many years. I wish it could have been done last year, which probably would have been a more appropriate time for it. But to get the project under way completely was entirely inappropriate in as much as we have a Grand Master serving who is a part of the Truman Line. Any way, we tried valiantly, I believe, to get a Missouri Mason to write the book; we were not successful. We finally contracted with Allen Roberts - I won't go into his pedigree; it is in the Report - a very capable, prominent Mason who is writing the book. As a matter of fact, it probably has been mostly written by now. It will be provided to the Members of the Lodge of Research, who are members during the year 1985. Now, let me make a couple of important things clear to you. The Missouri

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Lodge of Research is on a calendar year. If you join this year, before the end of the year, you will receive the Harry Truman book. It was first promised in 1973. Over those years our Secretary-Treasurer Whit Griffith kept a mailing list of the members in 1973, so that if and when the book was produced it could go to those members who were promised the book in 1973. This gets into a massive problem of how to handle the mess. What we have decided to do is to send the book to the 1985 members. If you were a member in 1973 and are no longer a member of The Lodge of Research and will write to the Secretary-Treasurer, you will get the book. We think that is probably the fairest way to handle it. For those of you who are not members, we have already produced one book this year by Case - a biography of Masonic notables. There will be one coming out in the early part of next year. We think that things are going well. There will be handbills that you will see soliciting your membership in The Lodge of Research, which say that the Harry Truman book is being distributed now. I kind of feel like the speaker who said during his interminable remarks and "finally" and everybody heaved a sigh of relief, but he said "finally does not mean immediately." By "now," I mean that apparently this time the book will be distributed in December. We are hopeful that it will be done in December. I am sure that it will be something that everybody would want. Get your membership in by the end of the year, if you are not now a member, you will get the book. I urge you, if you want the book - membership is only ten dollars; prepublication prices in other places are from $11.50 to $14.95, I believe - get your membership request in before the first of December because I am afraid that we are going to have a log jam in the Lodge of Research office. We need to do all that we can to head that off. For those of you who are members, The Missouri Lodge of Research has a table set up in the hallway to receive payments of dues for the year 1986 at this time. You can also buy your breakfast ticket there. The Grand Master has made several references to the fact that Stew Pollard will be the speaker tomorrow morning for The Missouri Lodge of Research Breakfast to be held in the dining room of the Scottish Rite Cathedral at 7:00 A.M. Everybody is invited to attend The Lodge of Research Breakfast, whether a member or not. I would like to make one other comment. In the printed report there is a statement that we are fortunate to have a man with the capability and dependability of Whit Griffith as our Secretary-Treasurer. He has done an excellent job this year, as in other years. We certainly owe him a debt of gratitude and thanks. The members of The Lodge of Research saw fit to make him an Honorary Member at our last meeting. To prove the wisdom of our action and the worth of the recipient, the Grand Master last year bestowed on him the honor of naming him as the second person to receive THE TRUMAN MEDAL. That part of the report was written before the morning of September 11. On the morning of September 11, I received the sad news that Whit Griffith had passed away. Those of you who have had a long association with The Lodge of Research know of the great contribution he made to and for our cause during the twenty-five years he was our Secretary-Treasurer. Whit was

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a fine gentleman, a true Brother, who will be sorely missed by all of us who have had the privilege of working with him. We are fortunate, however, in having secured the service of Frank W. Hazelrigg, Jr., who has agreed to assume the responsibility as the SecretaryTreasurer of our Lodge of Research. Frank was Whit's choice to succeed him, and mine. Although he is a busy man with many other important responsibilities, he has agreed to assume this task on our behalf. We are indebted to him. I urge you to join The Lodge of Research, if you do not belong. I invite you to come to the breakfast tomorrow morning. M. W. Brother Chapman moved that the printed Report of The Lodge of Research and the amplification be received and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded. By the vote ofthe Grand Lodge, the Report and the amplification of the Report of The Missouri Lodge of Research were RECEIVED. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON LONG RANGE PLANNING

M. W. Brother William H Chapman, Chairman, presented the Report of the Committee on Long Range Planning. He moved that the Report of the Committee on Long Range Planning, including the recommendation that appropriate legislation be introduced to make the Long Range Planning Committee a permanent committee of the Grand Lodge of Missouri, be adopted. The motion was seconded. By the vote of the Grand Lodge, the Report and the recommendation of the Committee on Long Range Planning were ADOPTED. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: Prior to his installation as Grand Master, M.W. Brother Vern H. Schneider expressed a desire to have special committees look into certain matters which he considered to be important to the future of the Grand Lodge of Missouri. One of these committees was named "The Long Range Planning Committee." He suggested that such a committee should/or could, among other things, take a long range look into such matters as membership, finance, public image, and Masonic education. He even went into some detail in some of the areas as to what he believed the committee could accomplish. However, he was firm and specific in stating that it was his intention that this Committee would have no policy making powers, but would be an advisory committee, the primary purpose of which would be to be of aid and assistance to the Grand Master and the Grand Lodge Officers. It would have no authority over any other committee. After installation, he appointed a committee consisting of eight past Grand Masters. I wrote to them, outlining the charge that we had received from the Grand Master, and asked for their input. The response was not unanimous. However, I did receive certain specific suggestions from some Past Grand Masters and, in reviewing the responses, it was clear to me that it would be more appropriate to have a Long Range Planning Committee that was more recently active in Grand Lodge affairs. There can be no doubt that the Grand Master's recommendation that such a

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committee be formed is an excellent one, and one which we believe should be implemented; but the make-up of the Committee should be compatible with, and conversant with, the current activities and thinkinR of the Grand LodRe Officers. Accordingly, it is the recommendation of the Long Range Planning Committee that the Committee be continued as a permanent committee of Grand Lodge and that the membership of the Committee consist of at least a majority of members who have had recent experience in Grand Lodge affairs. It is not necessary that all be Past Grand Masters or even former Grand Lodge Officers, but we believe that it is imperative that the Committee be aware of, and work with the current direction in which the Grand Lodge Officers feel that the Grand Lodge should progress. There are models for our Grand Lodge to study to determine the specific make-up ofthe Committee. We recommend the final make-up be determined by a consensus of the Grand Lodge Officers. I move the adoption of the report of this Committee and, if this report is adopted, that the necessary changes be made in the by-laws. FRANK P. BRIGGS, P.G.M. COL. JAMES M. SELLERS, P.G.M. EARL K. DILLE, P.G.M. A. BASEY VANLANDINGHAM, P.G.M. HOMER L. FERGUSON, P.G.M. THOMAS J. DAVIS, JR.,* P.G.M., Vice Chairman, Gus O. NATIONS, P.G.M. WILLIAM H CHAPMAN, P.G.M., Chairman. REMARKS OF M.E. GRAND HIGH PRIEST JAMES M. WILLIAMS REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON APPEALS AND GRIEVANCES

R.W. Brother Harry Gershenson, Sr., Chairman, presented the Report of the Committee on Appeals and Grievances. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: The Committee reports as follows:

RE: FLORISSANT LODGE NO. 668 A.F. & A.M. VS. MELBOURNE A. SAUNDERS This matter was referred by the Most Worshipful Grand Master to this Committee. The Committee carefully investigated this case. It appears that Melbourne A. Saunders was expelled from this Lodge on November 26, 1982 upon a plea of guilty to Masonic charges filed by the Lodge, and request for expulsion. A Petition for Restoration was filed by Mr. Saunders on or about December 5, 1984. In processing it, the Lodge failed to comply with the Grand Lodge Laws in several respects. Among these, was failure to notify the District Deputy Grand Master or the Grand Secretary of the receipt of the Petition for Restoration (Section 32.020) or of the action thereon by the Lodge (Section 32.030). In addition, the Lodge sent notices to the members of the Lodge of the proposed vote on the Petition for Restoration, but did not send same to all of the Lodge members, choosing instead to send them only to those residing in the vicinity. This is contrary to Section 7.140 of the Grand Lodge By-laws. *Deceased 3/85.

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There has not been furnished to our Committee, although requested, a copy of the report of the Investigating Committee which investigated the Petition for Restoration. The minutes of the Lodge of January 11, 1985 indicate that the Committee's report was continued for a further two weeks until the report came in. We find nothing in the minutes of the Lodge indicating that a copy of notice of the meeting to vote on the Petition was given to the Grand Master and the District Deputy Grand Master, as required by Section 32.020 of the Grand Lodge By-laws. It is recommended by the Committee that the previous action of the Lodge on the Petition for Restoration shall be declared null and void because of the failures by the Lodge to follow the Grand Lodge Laws as set forth in this report. In view of the above, and ofother failures to comply with Grand Lodge Laws, it is the further recommendation of this Committee that the Petition for Restoration of Melbourne A. Saunders be resubmitted to the Lodge for action; that it shall take the legal course it should have taken under the Grand Lodge Laws as though it had not been previously acted upon by the Lodge; that the Lodge shall comply with all the requirements of the Grand Lodge Laws as to notice to members, votin~ and required notices to the Grand Lodge officers as provided by Law; that the Lodge shall make a full report of its action on the Petition to the Most Worshipful Grand Master, the Grand Secretary and the District Deputy Grand Master as provided by Grand Lodge Law. Fraternally submitted, LLOYD L. SCHAINKER, JAMES E. BROWN, HAROLD Jos. TONER, HARRY GERSHENSON, Chairman. ROBERT M. FENLON, R.W. Brother Gershenson moved that the Report of the Committee on Appeals and Grievances be accepted and approved. The motion was seconded. By the vote of the Grand Lodge, the Report of the Committee on Appeals and Grievances was ACCEPTED and APPROVED. REMARKS OF M.W. GRAND MASTER JAMES DUNN OF COLORADO ~ORTON~CnONOFGRANDLODGEOFnC~

RW. Brother Ned D. Inglish, Chairman, presented the Report on the Election of Grand Lodge Officers for the YEAR 1985-1986. For the Office of Grand Master: Charles E. Scheurich Scattered

914 votes 20 votes

M.W. Grand Master Schneider announced the election of R.W. Brother Charles E. Scheurich to the Office of Grand Master. R.W. Brother Scheurich expressed appreciation of the confidence of the brethren. He accepted the election and pledged to perform the duties of the station to the best of his knowledge and ability. For the Office of Deputy Grand Master: P. Vincent Kinkead Scattered

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M.W. Grand Master Schneider announced the election of R.W. Brother P. Vincent Kinkead to the Office of Deputy Grand Master. RW. Brother Kinkead accepted the election. For the Office of Senior Grand Warden: William H. Wisbrock Scattered

886 votes 36 votes

M.W. Grand Master Schneider announced the election of R.W. Brother William H. Wisbrock to the Office of Senior Grand Warden. R.W. Brother Wisbrock accepted the election. For the Office of Junior Grand Warden: Thomas K. McGuire, Jr. Scattered

854 votes 42 votes

M.W. Grand Master Schneider announced the election of R.W. Brother Thomas K. McGuire,Jr. to the Office ofJunior Grand Warden. R.W. Brother McGuire accepted the election. For the Office of Grand Treasurer: W. Marion Luna Scattered

873 votes 16 votes

M.W. Grand Master Schneider announced the re-election of RW. Brother W. Marion Luna to the Office of Grand Treasurer. R.W. Brother Luna accepted the election. For the Office of Grand Secretary: Frank A. Arnold Scattered

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M.W. Grand Master Schneider announced the re-election of RW. Brother Frank A. Arnold to the Office of Grand Secretary. RW. Brother Arnold accepted the election. REMARKS OF R.E. GRAND COMMANDER DONALD L. H1ATTE ANNOUNCEMENT OF GRAND MASTER-ELECT CHARLES E. SCHEURICH

R.W. Brother Charles E. Scheurich, Deputy Grand Master and Grand Master-Elect, announced that the next Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Missouri - the 165th - will convene in the City of Springfield at the University Plaza Convention Center on Monday and Tuesday, September 29 and 30, 1986. CALL FROM LABOR

The Grand Lodge was called from labor at 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 A.M. on Tuesday Morning, October 1, 1985. R.W. Grand Chaplain Carl L. Radford offered prayer. ANNUAL COMMUNICATION OF MISSOURI LODGE OF RESEARCH

The Missouri Lodge of Research met in Annual Communication in McKinney Hall of the Saint Louis Masonic Temple on Monday Afternoon, September 30, 1985, after the close of the Grand Lodge Session.

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TOUR OF MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI

The Delegates of the Constituent Lodges of Missouri visited and toured the Masonic Home of Missouri after the close of the Monday Afternoon Session of the Grand Lodge Communication.

MONDAY EVENING, SEPTEMBER 30,1985

GRAND LODGE DINNER MOST WORSHIPFUL GRAND MASTER VERN H. SCHNEIDER, presiding Entrance and Introduction of Grand Lodge Officers and Ladies Table Grace -

R.W. Grand Chaplain Elmer E. Revelle

Dinner served by Commissary Committee of Valley of Saint Louis Scottish Rite, assisted by The Three Youth Organizations Presentation of Grand Lodge Achievement Award Medallions to Representatives of Honor Lodges - M.W. Grand Master Vern H. Schneider and Chairman and Members of Grand Lodge Committee on Masonic Education. (The list of Honor Lodges for the Grand Lodge Year 1984-1985 is included as a part of the Report of the Committee on Masonic Education.) Presentation of "TEN YEAR ACHIEVEMENT AWARD" Certificates by M.W. Grand Master Schneider and RW. Brother Thomas C. Warden, Chairman of the Committee on Masonic Education, to Representatives of the following Lodges: BON HOMME LODGE NO. 45 at Ballwin CLAY LODGE NO. 207 at Excelsior Springs SAINT FRANCOIS LODGE NO. 234 at Libertyville RUSHVILLE LODGE NO. 238 at Rushville PALESTINE LODGE NO. 241 at Saint Charles CHARITY LODGE NO. 331 at Saint Joseph FELLOWSHIP LODGE NO. 345 at Joplin GATE OF THE TEMPLE LODGE NO. 422 at Springfield PLATO LODGE NO. 469 at Plato FAIRFAX LODGE NO. 483 at Fairfax FREEDOM LODGE NO. 636 at Mehlville BENJAMIN FRANKLIN LODGE NO. 642 at Creve Coeur ANNOUNCEMENT IN RE: "GRAND MASTER'S CERTIFICATE OF MERIT" M.W. Grand Master Schneider, having highly approved the reports of Worshipful Masters on the participation in MASONIC EDUCATION MONTH (MARCH 1985) and in MASONIC SERVICE MONTH (MAY 1985), announced that the "GRAND MASTER'S CERTIFICATE OF MERIT" will be written and forwarded to the Worshipful Masters of the "MERIT" LODGES. MERIDIAN LODGE NO.2 at Saint Louis - Neil A. Kemper, Worshipful Master PAULDINGVILLE LODGE NO. 11 at Wright City - George Gerdes, Worshipful Master RISING SUN LODGE NO. 13 at Kansas City - R. L. Tichenor, Worshipful Master WELLINGTON LODGE NO. 22 at DeKalb - Farrell L. Kelley, Worshipful Master AVA LODGE NO. 26 at Ava - Dareth A. Raymer, Worshipful Master SAINT JOHN'S LODGE NO. 28 at Hannibal - Richard Blakeslee, Worshipful Master

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WINDSOR LODGE NO. 29 at Windsor - Lyle V. Ellis, Worshipful Master LIBERTY LODGE NO. 31 at Liberty - Larry D. Rader, Worshipful Master RALLS LODGE NO. 33 at Center - William H. Harris, Worshipful Master TROY LODGE NO. 34 at Troy - W. Robert Wermuth, Worshipful Master COOPER LODGE NO. 36 at Boonville - R. Brent Bradshaw, Worshipful Master BISMARCK LODGE NO. 41 at Bismarck - Jerry E. Hicks, Worshipful Master BONHOMME LODGE NO. 45 at Ballwin - Stanley H. Keely,Jr., Worshipful Master WENTZVILLE LODGE NO. 46 at Wentzville - George L. Haley, Worshipful Master FAYETTE LODGE NO. 47 at Fayette - Carroll E. Miller, II, Worshipful Master RICHMOND LODGE NO. 57 at Richmond - Arthur D. Wright, Worshipful Master NEW BLOOMFIELD LODGE NO. 60 at New Bloomfield - Glen Gessley, Worshipful Master KENNETT LODGE NO. 68 at Kennett - Jesse Bridges, Jr., Worshipful Master SAVANNAH LODGE NO. 71 at Savannah - Perry C. Franklin, Worshipful Master WEBSTER GROVES LODGE NO. 84 at Webster Groves - Culver John Walters, Worshipful Master DEFIANCE LODGE NO. 88 at Sheridan - Douglas L. Allee, Worshipful Master PERSEVERANCE LODGE NO. 92 at Louisiana - Gene R. Miller, Worshipful Master SAINT MARK'S LODGE NO. 93 at Cape Girardeau - Steven R. Cook, Worshipful Master HEROINE LODGE NO. 104 at Kansas City - Milford L. Eddingfield, Worshipful Master MARCUS LODGE NO. 110 at Fredericktown - Charles Barnes, Worshipful Master DE SOTO LODGE NO. 119 at DeSoto - Gilbert G. Lucas, Worshipful Master COMPASS LODGE NO. 120 at Parkville - George H. Esler, Worshipful Master HERMANN LODGE NO. 123 at Hermann - Leroy Vieth, Worshipful Master STAR OF THE WEST LODGE NO. 133 at Ironton - Owen Moses, Worshipful Master PHOENIX LODGE NO. 136 at Bowling Green - Jerry D. Wilhoit, Worshipful Master OREGON LODGE NO. 139 at Forest City - Robert Schaeffer, Worshipful Master PLEASANT GROVE LODGE NO. 142 at Otterville - Gary D. Payne, Worshipful Master MILTON LODGE NO. 151 at Milton - Elbert Haak, Worshipful Master BLOOMFIELD LODGE NO. 153 at Bloomfield - Mike Robey, Worshipful Master ASHLAND LODGE NO. 156 at Ashland - Charles Dean Wisner, Worshipful Master JOACHIM LODGE NO. 164 at Hillsboro - William E. McConnell, Worshipful Master COLONY LODGE NO. 168 at Colony - Gilvie Bertram, Worshipful Master GRAY SUMMIT LODGE NO. 173 at Gray Summit - Norman W. Zweifel, Worshipful Master HERMON LODGE NO. 187 at Liberal- Preston L. Haverstic, Worshipful Master ZEREDATHA LODGE NO. 189 at Saint Joseph - Dwane Edwin Wylie, Worshipful Master ANGERONA LODGE NO. 193 at Missouri City - F. Wayne Dugan, Worshipful Master BOLl VAR LODGE NO. 195 at Bolivar - Michael Brown, Worshipful Master CLAY LODGE NO. 207 at Excelsior Springs - Arnold W. Green, Worshipful Master POPLAR BLUFF LODGE NO. 209 at Poplar Bluff - A. Bryan Thornburgh, Worshipful Master UNIONVILLE LODGE NO. 210 at Unionville - Richard L. Brown, Worshipful Master ROLLA LODGE NO. 213 at Rolla - James E. Drake, Worshipful Master LA BELLE LODGE NO. 222 at LaBelle - Ronald V. House, Worshipful Master SHELBINA LODGE NO. 228 at Shelbina - Harley L. Kropf, Worshipful Master

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SAINT FRANCOIS LODGE NO. 234 at Libertyville:"-Jerry D. Gregory, Worshipful Master LA PLATA LODGE NO. 237 at La Plata - Donald Travis, Worshipful Master RUSHVILLE LODGE NO. 238 at Rushville - David W. Page, Worshipful Master PALESTINE LODGE NO. 241 at Saint Charles - James D. Bell, Worshipful Master KNOB NOSTER LODGE NO. 245 at Knob Noster - William L. McAlister, Worshipful Master HOPE LODGE NO. 251 at Washington - M. Leo Shumaker, Worshipful Master BUTLER LODGE NO. 254 at Butler - Richard L. Swehla, Worshipful Master LODGE OF LIGHT NO. 257 at Eagleville - Bill C. Selby, Worshipful Master MECHANICSVILLE LODGE NO. 260 at Defiance - HubertJ. Shade, Worshipful Master CORINTHIAN LODGE NO. 265 at Warrensburg - Forrest Yankee, Worshipful Master GRANITE LODGE NO. 272 at Sedalia - Floyd W. Hatfield, Worshipful Master CANOPY LODGE NO. 284 at Aurora - Paul G. Gregory, Worshipful Master HERMITAGE LODGE NO. 288 at Hermitage - Frank Burger, Worshipful Master LAMAR LODGE NO. 292 at Lamar - Neal L. Smith, Worshipful Master SARCOXIE LODGE NO. 293 at Sarcoxie - Knute Gjeruldsen, Worshipful Master SAMPSON LODGE NO. 298 at Theodosia - Thomas E. Malone, Worshipful Master TEMPLE LODGE NO. 299 at Kansas City - Henry W. Fox, Worshipful Master OSAGE LODGE NO. 303 at Nevada - W. Dale Butterfield, Worshipful Master CECILE DAYLIGHT LODGE NO. 305 at North Kansas City - Carl W. Hugill, Worshipful Master JONATHAN LODGE NO. 321 at Denver - Lester Malson, Worshipful Master McDONALD LODGE NO. 324 at Independence - Stanley D. Pierson, Worshipful Master CHARITY LODGE NO. 331 at Saint Joseph - Rodney D. Quigley, Worshipful Master JOPLIN LODGE NO. 335 at Joplin - Harold H. Miley, Worshipful Master HALLSVILLE LODGE NO. 336 at Hallsville - Allen Austene, Worshipful Master FIDELITY LODGE NO. 339 at Farley - David Richardson, Worshipful Master MOBERLY LODGE NO. 344 at Moberly - Dennis Wayne Spears, Worshipful Master ARLINGTON LODGE NO. 346 at Dixon - Clarence E. Krull, Worshipful Master POLLOCK LODGE NO. 349 at Pollock - Ora R. Pierson, Worshipful Master FRIEND LODGE NO. 352 at Ozark - Walter L. Shelton, Worshipful Master BARNESVILLE LODGE NO. 353 at Ellington - Paul E. Davis, Worshipful Master FRATERNAL LODGE NO. 363 at Robertsville - Christopher Gist, Worshipful Master ADAIR LODGE NO. 366 at Kirksville - Zelwin B. Eaton, Worshipful Master WILLIAMSTOWN LODGE NO. 370 at Williamstown - Michael K. Hudnut, Worshipful Master BELLE LODGE NO. 373 at Belle - Rick J. Becklenberg, Worshipful Master WAYNESVILLE LODGE NO. 375 at Waynesville - John Thomas Tinsley, Worshipful Master KING HILL LODGE NO. 376 at Saint Joseph - Larry V. Gass, Worshipful Master BILLINGS LODGE NO. 379 at Billings - Leo L. Nelson, Worshipful Master RICHLAND LODGE NO. 385 at Richland - Ben Hogland, Worshipful Master RAYTOWN LODGE NO. 391 at Raytown - F. Martin Clatanoff, Worshipful Master CHRISTIAN LODGE NO. 392 at Oak Grove - Gary E. McLallen, Worshipful Master GOWER LODGE NO. 397 at Gower - David L. Maa~, Worshipful Master CARTERVILLE LODGE NO. 401 at Carterville - Stephen Dorsey, Worshipful Master

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WHITEWATER LODGE NO. 417 at Whitewater - Gerald D. Lyne, Worshipful Master SAMARITAN LODGE NO. 424 at Bonne Terre - William G. Harding, Worshipful Master ROCKBRIDGE LODGE NO. 435 at Almartha - John G. Norris, Worshipful Master EXCELSIOR LODGE NO. 441 at Jackson - Larry M. Stone, Worshipful Master BURLINGTON LODGE NO. 442 at Burlington Junction - Gary K. Brown, Worshipful Master WEST GATE LODGE NO. 445 at Kirkwood - Fred B. Foster, Worshipful Master BELTON LODGE NO. 450 at Belton - L. W. "Bill" Coleman, Worshipful Master LAMBSKIN LODGE NO. 460 at Saint Louis- William A. Catlett, Worshipful Master SANTA FE LODGE NO. 462 at Santa Fe - J. E. Gipson, Jr., Worshipful Master PLATO LODGE NO. 469 at Plato - Allen L. Link, Worshipful Master NODAWAY LODGE NO. 470 at Maryville-Douglas L. Stickley, Worshipful Master MOUNT HOPE LODGE NO. 476 at Odessa - Clarence Gray, Worshipful Master MARCELINE LODGE NO. 481 at Marceline - Jerry D. Black, Worshipful Master CLINTONVILLE LODGE NO. 482 at El Dorado Springs - Lonnie McNeece, Worshipful Master KIRKWOOD LODGE NO. 484 at Kirkwood - Thomas E. R. Taggart, Worshipful Master VANDALIA LODGE NO. 491 at Vandalia - William A. Gamblian, Worshipful Master ROBERT BURNS LODGE NO. 496 at Gainesville - Jerry N. Luna, Worshipful Master EQUALITY LODGE NO. 497 at Newburg - Thomas Darwin Ruggles, Worshipful Master HARMONY LODGE NO. 499 at Saint Louis - Francis A. LaTragna, Worshipful Master BUCKNER LODGE NO. 501 at Buckner - David B. Brown, Worshipful Master PRAIRIE HOME LODGE NO. 503 at Prairie Home - C. Edgar Don Carlos, Worshipful Master SAXTON LODGE NO. 508 at Saint Joseph - George A. Ebling, Jr., Worshipful Master SKIDMORE LODGE NO. 511 at Skidmore - James R. Brown, Worshipful Master WEBB CITY LODGE NO. 512 at Webb City - Jack Amos, Worshipful Master GRANBY LODGE NO. 514 at Granby - Joseph D. McBride, Worshipful Master INGOMAR LODGE NO. 536 at Willow Springs - Russell A. Jenkins, Worshipful Master FERGUSON LODGE NO. 542 at Ferguson - Roger G. Huffmaster, Worshipful Master ALGABIL LODGE NO. 544 at Saint Louis - Robert D. Thee, Worshipful Master SOUTH GATE LODGE NO. 547 at Kansas City - William S. Skinner, Worshipful Master REPUBLIC LODGE NO. 570 at Republic - Robert Skelton, Worshipful Master BERNIE LODGE NO. 573 at Bernie - Randy E. Jennings, Worshipful Master EWING LODGE NO. 577 at Ewing - Larry Morriss, Worshipful Master KOSHKONONG LODGE NO. 582 at Koshkonong - Charles T. Pease, Worshipful Master BRANSON LODGE NO. 587 at Branson - Robert N. Edwards, Worshipful Master UNION LODGE NO. 593 at Union - Steven C. Barnhart, Worshipful Master LEADWOOD LODGE NO. 598 at Leadwood - James D. Downs, Worshipful Master CLAYTON LODGE NO. 601 at Clayton - James Q. Harbison, Worshipful Master WARRENTON LODGE NO. 609 at Warrenton - Robert G. Greer, Worshipful Master CLARK LODGE NO. 610 at Clark - James H. Colley, Worshipful Master

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WELLSTON LODGE NO. 613 at Hazelwood-Joe B. Robertson, Worshipful Master SWOPE PARK LODGE NO. 617 at Kansas City - Ronald H. Ross, Worshipful Master EAST GATE LODGE NO. 630 at Kansas City - Cleo E. Tapscott, Worshipful Master FREEDOM LODGE NO. 636 at Mehlville - Neal]. Donaldson, Worshipful Master JENNINGS LODGE NO. 640 at Jennings - William L. Jackson, Worshipful Master BENJAMIN FRANKLIN LODGE NO. 642 at Creve Coeur - Fred S. Engel, Worshipful Master GARDENVILLE LODGE NO. 655 at Saint Louis - Robert C. Wolz, Worshipful Master COUNTRY CLUB LODGE NO. 656 at Kansas City - Clayton A. Chittim, Worshipful Master ALPHA LODGE NO. 659 at North Kansas City - John Mac Hedrick, Worshipful Master BERKELEY LODGE NO. 667 at Berkeley - Everett L. Jackson, Worshipful Master FLORISSANT LODGE NO. 668 at Florissant - LeRoy D. Unruh, Worshipful Master

PRESENTATION OF THE TRUMAN MEDAL

M.W. Grand Master Vern H. Schneider treated the presentation of THE TRUMAN MEDAL as a composite of aspects of the printer's art: Object, background scene, portrait. The designed object was the identification of the Missouri Master Mason selected to be the 1985 recipient of THE TRUMAN MEDAL. For the background scene, the Grand Master first related the elements of Masonic Record which might have been the History of any number of Brothers: the number of years of membership held in two lodges, the particular interest in one angle of Masonry - the ritual, the holding of offices in the lodge and presiding as the Worshipful Master, the appointment by the Grand Lecturer to serve as a District Deputy Grand Lecturer. Proceeding in a proper and regular order of artistry, M.W. Brother Schneider added to the word drawing: distinctive facets of personal biography (immigration to the United States as a small child, service in the American Armed Forces as a young man, the matrimonial union of nearly three score years), the names of the two lodges of membership (Beacon Lodge No.3 and Polar Star Lodge No. 79), the year of service as Worshipful Master of Polar Star Lodge (1960), the term as the appointed District Deputy Grand Lecturer of the 33rd Masonic District - Section A (1963-1966), the remarkable record as a holder of Proficiency Cards of the Certificate Plan of the Grand Lodge Committee on Ritual (1947-1985), the instruction and examination of perhaps hundreds of brothers in the lectures of the Degrees of Entered Apprentice and Fellow Craft and Master Mason with the coinciding education toward Light and Knowledge in Freemasonry, the appointment as Grand Chaplain for three Grand Lodge terms (1982-1985). By the language of his presentation, M.W. Brother Schneider truly and correctly portrayed Right WorshipfUl Brother Charles Goodman - the 1985 recipient of THE TRUMAN MEDAL. The Grand Master directed that Right Worshipful Brother Charles Goodman and his wife Sarah be escorted to the head table. After the distinctly suitable formal presentation, M.W. Brother Schneider requested that Mrs. Goodman pin THE TRUMAN MEDAL on her husband's breast.

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R.W. Brother Charles Goodman responded to the presentation with expressions: first of surprise at being the 1985 Selectman, then of genuine appreciation, and finally with the well-recognized attitude of humbleness his acceptance of the most honorable award of the Grand Lodge of Missouri: THE TRUMAN MEDAL. (By standing ovation all in attendance at the Grand Lodge Dinner demonstrated approval of the award of THE TRUMAN MEDAL to Right Worshipful Brother CHARLES GOODMAN.) It was a highlight of the evening for M.W. Brother Schneider and Mrs. Schneider and the other Grand Officers and their wives seated at the head table to have the opportunity to observe the reactions of people as they recognized the central figure of the word picture. Of particular pleasure to them was the chance to see the expression of Mrs. Goodman when she realized who it was that was being described and the responsive show of Brother Goodman when he knew that the Grand Master was talking about him. BENEDICTION: R.W. Grand Chaplain Elmer E. Revelle

Tuesday Morning 9:00 A.M. ORGAN SELECTIONS. EMIL E. CORTE CALL TO LABOR

The Grand Lodge was called to labor at 9:00 A.M. on Tuesday Morning, October 1, 1985. R.W. Grand Chaplain Elmer E. Revelle offered prayer. REMARKS OF M.W. GRAND MASTER VERN H. SCHNEIDER

M.W. BROTHER SCHNEIDER: Brethren, before we proceed with the business of the day, I want to be sure that we take time to express our deep appreciation to that brother who has provided for our enjoyment. I am referring to Brother Emil Corte, the organist. (APPLAUSE) Also, I want to thank Brother Larry Taylor and the members of the Light and Sound Crews and the members of the Hospitaler Committee of the Scottish Rite Cathedral. They have served well to make our stay pleasant. We thank the entire Staff of the Saint Louis Valley of the Scottish Rite for all that they have done toward the success of this Annual Communication. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF M.W. GRAND MASTER VERN H. SCHNEIDER

M.W. Grand Master Schneider announced that the Report of the Committee on Grand Lodge Charity, the Report of the Committee on Grand Lodge Office Building, the Report of the Committee on Lodges Under Dispensation, the Report of the Committee on Masonic Education, and the Report of the Committee on Relief and Charity had all been printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees." The Grand Master stated that the Report of the Committee on Grand Lodge Charity, the Report of the Committee on Grand Lodge Office Building, the Report of the Committee on Lodges Under Dispensation, the Report of the Committee on Masonic Education with the list of the Honor Lodges for the YEAR 1984-1985 included, and the Report of the Committee on Relief and Charity are received as printed and will be included in the PROCEEDINGS as parts of the official record of this Annual Communication. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON GRAND LODGE CHARITY

To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: During the Grand Lodge year 1984-1985 no requests were received from Missouri sources for assistance from the Grand Lodge Disaster Relief Fund. However, two requests were received from the Masonic Service Association. We were informed that as a result of earthquakes in Chile over a year ago many members of the Fraternity suffered devastating losses. The Grand Lodge of Chile was reported to have exhausted its available resources to provide assistance to its members. Contributions were invited, with the stipulation that they would be used exclusively to relieve human need and would not be devoted to the rebuilding of any Lodge building. The Committee was informed that all administrative costs associated with the collection and deliv-

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ery of funds to the Grand Lodge of Chile would be borne by the Masonic Service Association. The Committee considered this request and forwarded a check for $1,000 to be expended for the said purpose. An acknowledgment of appreciation was received with respect to this gift. The Committee was also advised by the Masonic Service Association as to substantial losses experienced by members of the Fraternity living in Florida as the result of recent fires which swept parts of that state. We were informed that the Grand Lodge of Florida had exhausted its resources, and thus an invitation was extended to other jurisdictions to consider rendering assistance to the Brethren of Florida. Again, the Masonic Service Association undertook to bear the cost of collecting and transmitting funds to the Grand Lodge of Florida. After consideration of this matter, your Committee agreed to send $1,000 to the Florida Wild Fire Relief Fund. A letter of appreciation has been received from the Grand Lodge of Florida. While no requests for assistance have been received from Lodges in Missouri during the current year, we recommend continuing support of this Fund so that in the event of any local disaster we shall be in a position to respond quickly and effectively as needs might dictate. Respectfully submitted, VERN H. SCHNEIDER, Chairman, CHARLES E. SCHEURICH, P. VINCENT KINKEAD, WILLIAM H. WISBROCK. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON GRAND LODGE BUILDING

To the Grand Lodge, A.F. and A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: Your Committee on the Grand Lodge Office Building, charged with the upkeep and maintenance of the Building and Grounds, met as needed during the year. Contracts were entered into for snow removal, lawn and tree care. During the winter, the water line connecting the exterior water faucet again froze up and broke due to inability to insulate the pipe, causing extensive water damage to the Library area. This problem water line has been disconnected from the water system. As reported last year, two roofing contractors were consulted to ascertain what steps the Committee should recommend regarding the condition of the roof, which has deteriorated causing a number of leaks throughout the building. Following the consultants' recommendations, the Committee agreed that the roof must be replaced this year. The larger of the two heat pump units had to be replaced this summer. The unit has cost excessive expenses the past two years, and the Committee agreed that further outlays on an obsolete unit was not in the best interests of economy or efficiency. Various minor repairs and adjustments were authorized throughout the year. Respectfully submitted, PAYNE PERCEI'ULL, ARTHUR E. SCHNEIDER, FRANK A. ARNOLD, DOUGLAS H. GARRETT, Chairman.

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REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON LODGES UNDER DISPENSATION

To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: No new lodges were set to work under dispensation since our last annual communication and nothing has been referred to this Committee for action. No lodge is currently meeting under dispensation in the state of Missouri. Each member of this Committee wishes to express his gratitude for being named to this Committee and pledges his help and support in any way he may be of further service. Respectfully submitted, MARTIN E. BRUMMOND, CHARLES WARREN OHRVALL, DAVID S. BUTLER, CARL G. BROWN, Chairman. WAYNE R. TWIEHAUS, REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON MASONIC EDUCATION

To the Grand Lodge, A.F. and A.M. of Missouri: The year past has been an exciting and eventful one for the Committee on Masonic Education. In addition to monitoring participation in the Achievement Award Program, the Committee this year was active in the formation ofa state-wide Lodge Education Officer Program, and witnessed the successful implementation of "Masonic Education Month" in March and "Masonic Service Month" in May. This year's activities were highlighted by the Missouri delegation to the Midwest Conference on Masonic Education being selected as the presiding and host state for the 1986 conference. The Achievement Award Program this year has been under the able direction of Brother Dan Cole. As of the end of July, some 35 applications for the annual award had been received, and a marked improvement in the quality of the applications - particularly in the area of Masonic Education programs has been noted. It is felt that this is due in large part to the newly-appointed Lodge Education Officers, and they are to be congratulated for their efforts. Several changes in the Achievement Award standards have been made for the ensuing year. New requirements are designed to add special emphasis to the programs and communications aspects of Masonic Education. Fulfillment of these requirements will necessitate careful planning and teamwork by lodge officers, but will result in improved activities and functions. Over the years the committee has noted several persistent problem areas, together with questions, that have arisen concerning this award. We expect to develop a short instructional booklet for District Deputies and Lodge Education Officers to help reduce such problems and make the program more efficient to administer. Perhaps the most significant activity of the year involved implementation of the Lodge Education Officer Program. Workshops on February 2 and February 9 at St. Louis and Kansas City for newly-appointed Lodge Education Officers drew an estimated 150 participants at each site. From these initial meetings, the committee foresees an expanded system of conferences across the state for education officers, providing a unique opportunity for the committee to coordinate its programs, on an annual basis, with Blue Lodge-level education officers. This should greatly enhance the quality and participation of lodges in the Achievement Award Program. The fledging project has been under the direction of Bro. John Siscel, whose extraordinary efforts have

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resulted in the program's solid development during its first year. Over 90 percent of Missouri lodges have appointed education officers. Four members of your Committee - Brothers Dan Cole, John Siscel, Richard Smith and your Chairman - attended the Midwest Conference on Masonic Education at Springfield, Illinois, in May. It was the Committee Chairman's honor to be elected President of the Conference for 1986, and to designate St. Louis as the host city for next year's Conference. The tentative list of speakers for the Conference, scheduled for May 1-3 at the Henry the Eighth Hotel in St. Louis, includes three Past Grand Masters of Missouri- M.W. Brothers Earl K. Dille, Gus O. Nations, and]. C. Montgomery, J r. - in addition to R.W. Brother Charles Scheurich, who will welcome the delegates as Grand Master of Missouri; Stewart M. L. Pollard, Executive Secretary of the Masonic Service Association; and Allen E. Roberts, noted Masonic author. It is indeed an honor for the committee, and for the Masons of Missouri, to host this prestigious gathering of Masonic educators from some dozen member states. Under the enlightened leadership of M.W. Brother]. C. Montgomery, Jr., The Freemason magazine continues to excel as a conduit for information between the Grand Lodge and the subordinate lodges of our state. The Committee recommends to all brethren the wealth of knowledge which can be found in the quarterly editions of the magazine. At a time when Freemasons desperately need to know what is happening within the Craft, The Freemason magazine helps fulfil that need. It is part of the "Light" of knowledge available to Missouri Masons. Your Committee continues to provide publications and visual aids to constituent lodges, available through the kind offices of our able Grand Secretary. Some of these can be found at the Masonic Education display table in the hallway. In closing, the Committee on Masonic Education expresses its heartfelt appreciation to those Lodge Education Officers, District Deputy Grand Lecturers and District Deputy Grand Masters who have significantly assisted in making the Grand Lodge Achievement Award Program a workable and enduring effort for the betterment of the Fraternity. Whatever success we achieve is due in large part to the wisdom, assistance and guidance of our Grand Secretary, to whom we express our thanks. Respectfully submitted: DANIEL RONALD

F. COLE, M. COMPTON,

JOHN W. SISCEL,

SAM

COCHRAN,

RICHARD

SMITH,

THOMAS C. WARDEN,

Chairman.

ACHIEVEMENT AWARD GRANTED DURING YEAR AND CERTIFICATE SENT Lodge No. and Name 496 ROBERT BURNS

Worshipful Master James B. Gibson, Sr.

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ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS GRANTED AT GRAND LODGE Lodge No. and Name

3 BEACON 3 BEACON 4 HOWARD 5 UNITED

Worshipful Master Wilbert F. Bohne

Maxie C. Barbee Ernest O'Dell Jack Murray

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II PAULDINGVILLE 13 RISING SUN 17 CLARKSVILLE 22 WELLINGTON 27 EVERGREEN 30 HUNTSVILLE 31 LIBERTY 33 RALLS 34 TROY 40 MT. MORIAH 43 JEFFERSON 45 BONHOMME 46 WENTZVILLE 47 FAYETTE 57 RICHMOND 68 KENNETT 71 SAVANNAH 75 SILEX 76 INDEPENDENCE 77 LEBANON

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LEBANON

84 WEBSTER GROVES 89 FRIENDSHIP 93 ST. MARK'S 98 WEBSTER 104 HEROINE 105 KIRKSVILLE 110 MARCUS 114 TWILIGHT 120 COMPASS 120 COMPASS 123 HERMANN 136 PHOENIX 138 LINCOLN 139 OREGON 142 PLEASANT GROVE 151 MILTON 164 JOACHIM 172 CENSER 173 GRAY SUMMIT 183 CALIFORNIA 187 HERMON 189 ZEREDATHA 193 ANGERONA 195 BOLIVAR 199 NEW HOPE 207 CLAY 209 POPLAR BLUFF 210 UNIONVILLE 211 HICKORY HILL 213 ROLLA 213 ROLLA 216 HALE CITY 219 ALBERT PIKE

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George Gerdes R. L. Tichenor Robert C. Frank Farrell L. Kelley Maurice Rodgers E. Wayne Milan Larry D. Rader William H. Harris W. Robert Wermuth Monroe C. Johnson, Sr. George Paul White Stanley H. Keely, Jr. George L. Haley Carroll E. Miller, II Howard J. Railey Jess R. Bridges, Jr. Perry C. Franklin Harry E. Patton Robert A. Gage David Schmidt Robert C. Webster Culver John Walters Jacob S. Yoder (deceased) Steven R. Cook Jerry D. Schafer, Sr. Milford L. Eddingfield John A. Shelton Charles Barnes Car] Michael Edwards Everett Lee Mize George H. Esler Leroy Vieth Jerry D. Wilhoit Larry E. Carr Robert L. Schaeffer Gary D. Payne Elbert Haak William E. McConnell Russell D. Kohl Norman W. Zweifel Randall D. Potter Preston L. Haverstic Dwane Wylie F. Wayne Dugan Mike Brown Donald D. Tapley Arnold W. Green A. Bryan Thornburgh Richard L. Brown Robert Annett Benjamin F. Cooley James E. Drake Kenneth M. Kirby Richard L. Huber

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84 Lodge No. and Name 220 221 224 226 228 234 236 238 241 247 251 254 257 260 265 265 267 271 272 279 284 288 292 293 299 299 305 313 316 320 324 331 335 337 338 339 340 342 345 352 353 354 360 363 366 373 375 376 383 385 391 392 412

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KANSAS CITY MYSTIC TIE HAMILTON SALINE SHELBINA ST. FRANCOIS SEDALIA RUSHVILLE PALESTINE NEOSHO HOPE BUTLER LODGE OF LIGHT MECHANICSVILLE CORINTHIAN CORINTHIAN AURORA THEODORE ROOSEVELT SOLOMON GRANITE HOGLES CREEK CANOPY HERMITAGE LAMAR SARCOXIE TEMPLE TEMPLE CECILE DAYLIGHT MERAMEC RURAL VERSAILLES MCDONALD CHARITY JOPLIN BLUE SPRINGS HERCULANEUM FIDELITY WESTPORT CIRCLE FELLOWSHIP FRIEND BARNSVILLE HEBRON TUSCAN FRATERNAL ADAIR BELLE WAYNESVILLE KING HILL PYTHAGORIS RICHLAND RAYTOWN CHRISTIAN APPLETON CITY

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Orville S. Cawthon Gary R. Wendel William W. Goe, Jr. Jules T. Brown Harley L. Kropf Jerry Don Gregory James C. Duzan David W. Page James D. Bell Bob Michael M. Leo Shumaker Richard L. Swehla Bill C. Selby Hubert Shade Russell F. Martin B. Forrest Yankee Verble L. Johnson

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Daniel W. Imhof Floyd W. Hatfield James A. Thames Paul G. Gregory Frank R. Burger Neal L. Smith Knute Gjeruldsen Danny Searcy Henry W. Fox Carl W. Hugill James E. Declue Floyd O. Calvert Wilford L. Sidebottom Stanley D. Pierson Rodney D. Quigley Harold H. Miley Jack W. Hurst A. Joe Williams David Richardson Thomas P. Norman John A. Parks Robert L. Stoops Walter L. Shelton Paul E. Davis Robert T. Hodges Robert D. Wachter Christopher Gist Zelwin B. Eaton Rick J. Becklenberg John Thomas Tinsley Larry Gass John Starchman Ben Hogland F. Martin Clatanoff Gary E. McLallen Donald Culver

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Lodge No. and Name 422 GATE OF THE TEMPLE 422 GATE OF THE TEMPLE 441 EXCELSIOR 445 WESTGATE 446 IVANHOE 450 BELTON 453 FORSYTH 469 PLATO 470 NODAWAY 471 MINERAL 481 MARCELINE 482 CLINTONVILLE 482 CLINTONVILLE 483 FAIRFAX 496 ROBERT BURNS 499 HARMONY 501 BUCKNER 505 EUCLID 505 EUCLID 511 SKIDMORE 511 SKIDMORE 512 WEBB CITY 515 GALENA 520 CLIFTON HEIGHTS 522 GATE CITY 527 HIGBEE 534 COLUMBIA 538 STELLA 542 FERGUSON 543 MANSFIELD 544 ALGABIL 546 ORIENT 547 SOUTH GATE 548 CLINTON 551 PENDLETON 569 MARLBOROUGH 570 REPUBLIC 587 BRANSON 591 BARNETT 593 UNION 598 LEADWOOD 609 WARRENTON 612 MOKANE 614 MT. WASHINGTON 617 SWOPE PARK 618 GRANDVIEW 621 ANDERSON 624 OWENSVILLE 625 SHEFFIELD 626 MAGNOLIA 630 EAST GATE 636 FREEDOM 640 JENNINGS 642 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN

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Roy Allen Wilson James N. Sutton Larry M. Stone Carl P. Todd Virgil L. Thurman L. W. (Bill) Coleman Kenneth W. Lambton Allen Link Douglas L. Stickley Jack L. Seward Jerry D. Black Michael A. Boyles Lonnie Ray McNeece Steven L. Deckard Jerry N. Luna Francis A. Latragna David B. Brown Kenneth C. Dow, Jr. Jerry Lee Gaddy james R. Brown james R. Brown Jack Amos George O. Scobee William J. Mundy Darryl Herberet Hoke Edwin B. Hawkins Stanley Koepke EHick Garren Roger G. Huffmaster Ronnie Huffman Robert D. Thee Charles A. Powell William S. Skinner William Welborn Granville M. Miller james D. Steele Robert Skelton Robert N. Edwards Kevin D. McDonald Steven C. Barnhart james D. Downs Robert Gerald Greer Noland L. Bartley Edward P. Olson Ronald H. Ross Harvey J. Wells james D. Herrin Paul W. Schulte Clarence L. Grimm Larry F. Barriner Cleo E. Tapscott Neal J. Donaldson William L. Jackson Fred S. Engel

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655 656 659 667 668 672 674

Robert C. Wolz Clayton A. Chittim john M. Hedrick Everett L. jackson Leroy D. Unruh Peter H. Ritchie Walter H. Suter

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GARDENVILLE COUNTRY CLUB ALPHA BERKELEY FLORISSANT HAROLD O. GRAUEL CENTRAL CROSSING

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON RELIEF AND CHARITY

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 Horne Board of Directors. The Committee is appointed under Section 5.090 of the By-Laws of the Grand Lodge by the Grand Master and meets monthly at the Masonic Horne 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 last annual communication in St. Louis, Missouri on September 25 and 26,1984 budgeted $15,000 for the work of the Committee and $10,000 was appropriated and forwarded to the Committee during the year. Following is the report of the financial activities of the Committee from July 1, 1984 to June 30, 1985. Granby Lodge No. 514 Samaritan Lod~e No. 424 Mountain View Lodge No. 637 jennings Lodge No. 640 St. joseph Lodge No. 78 Service Charges Total Disbursements Balance in Bank july I, 1984 Received from Grand Lodge Interest received from account Checks issued for relief Balance in Bank june 30, 1984

S 1,200.00 . 3,201.00 .. 1,500.00 200.00 . 1,500.00 . .65 . . S 7,601.65 . S 5,152.22 . 10,000.00 254.40 . $15,406.62 7,601.65 . . S 7,804.97

The report of the auditor verifies the facts of this report. Respectfully submitted, CARL I. STEIN, Secretary-Treasurer, JAMES A. ESTELL, ALBERT J. ELFRANK, Chairman, WILLIAM H. WISBROCK. D. ELDON TURNBULL, REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON CORRESPONDENCE

M.W. Brother Bruce H. Hunt, Chairman, presented the Report of the Committee on Correspondence - the printed booklet "A MASONIC REVIEW." He stated that the report is his 24th attempt to bring a review of Masonic happenings around the world to this Grand Lodge. It has been a joyful labor of love. But he informed that he had reached the point where he thinks it should be given to another. He concluded the presentation by reading the EPILOGUE of the Report.

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M.W. Brother Hunt moved that the Report of the Committee on Correspondence - "A MASONIC REVIEW" - be received for inclusion in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded. By the vote of the Grand Lodge, "A MASONIC REVIEW" was RECEIVED. REMARKS OF M.W. GRAND MASTER VERN H. SCHNEIDER

M.W. BROTHER SCHNEIDER: Brethren, for 24 years - almost a quarter of a century - this Grand Lodge has been blessed to have one of the giants of Masonry performing the important task of reading, carefully studying, and analyzing reports of Masonic activity from all over the world. He has shared with us the results of his study. What an invaluable contribution to Masonry, particularly to this Jurisdiction! May I ask you to give an expression of your appreciation for what this great Mason has done. (APPLAUSE) REMARKS OF M.W. GRAND MASTER ROBERT A. METCALF OF NEBRASKA

M.W. Brother Metcalf, on behalf of the Governor of the State of Nebraska, presented M.W. Brother Schneider with a plaque appropriately inscribed to designate him an Admiral in the Grand Nebraska Navy. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON BY-LAWS

M.W. Brother J. Morgan Donelson, Chairman, presented the Report of the Committee on By-Laws as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees," with one correction. He moved the acceptance of the report; the motion was seconded. By the vote of the Grand Lodge, the Report of the Committee on By-Laws, as corrected, was ACCEPTED. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: Your Committee, following the 1984 annual communication, prepared and distributed the annual pocket part to the Constitution and By-Laws which makes the law of the Grand Lodge complete and current. It also contains other useful materials and information for each reference. Brothers, you are urged to keep your "Black Book" complete by annually replacing the pocket part with the current pocket part. It only takes a moment to remove the old and replace it with the new. The Committee expresses its appreciation to the Grand Master and Grand Secretary for their assistance in reviewing the thousands of words and pages of copy to maintain an accurate and as complete a record as possible. Fraternally submitted, RONALD M. BELT, HARRY GERSHENSON, JR., NEWTON R. BRADLEY, WILLIAM H. UTZ, JR., J. MORGAN DONELSON, P.G.M., Chairman. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON MASONIC BOARDS OF RELIEF

R.W. Brother Albert H. Van Gels, Chairman, presented the Report of the Committee on Masonic Boards of Relief. He moved that the report as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees" be accepted and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded. By the vote of the Grand Lodge, the Report of the Committee on Masonic Boards of Relief was ACCEPTED.

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To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: Your Committee on Masonic Boards of Relief received reports from the Boards of Relief in St. Joseph and St. Louis and St. Louis County for the fiscal year ended June 30, 1985. The report of the Board of Relief in Joplin was not received. From the submitted reports we find that no requests for financial assistance have been made and accordingly no assessments of the Lodges for funds. Requests to arranj1;e courtesy Masonic Funeral Services continue to be the primary function of these Boards; however, many other services are rendered by these Boards as noted in their individual reports. The complete reports of the reporting Masonic Boards of Relief constitute the report of this committee and are attached. Respectfully submitted, ALBERT H. VAN GELS, Chairman, LON G. ORR, KENNETH L. McNEAL, ALFRED E. SPENCER. June 30, 1985 St. Joseph Masonic Board of Relief 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, Missouri. 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 on Thursday, January 31, 1985. The officers elected were: President, Larry Seaman, Zeredatha Lodge 189; Vice President, Lawrence Donaldson, Saxton Lodge No. 508; and Secretary-Treasurer, Kenneth L. McNeal, Zeredatha Lodge No. 189. There has not been an assessment against any of the member lodges during the past year. The Board's main function is to serve as a clearing house for all types of Masonic inquiries from throughout the United States. We handle membership verification, reports of deaths and illness, arrange Masonic funeral services and serve as the liaison organization for Masonic groups throughout the area. We also do investigative work on charity cases for Masonic Lodges in our territory. The Board once again acknowledges the generosity of the St. Joseph Scottish Rite Bodies for assuming the administrative expenses of the Board of Relief. The following is the current financial status of the Board of Relief of St. Joseph, Missouri. Checking Account - Commerce Bank of St. Joseph 6/30/84 $246.86 Expenses - Funeral Expense. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34.50 Balance 6/30/85 $212.36 The requests for assistance continue to decline with each passing year. We feel that we do serve an important function in our Fraternity by providing the means for any Masonic organization to receive assistance by contacting us when they have any related Masonic inquiry. Although our activity has become less charitable in nature, we do fill an important need by maintaining an information clearing house. Respectfully submitted, KENNETH L. McNEAL, S ecretary-Treasurer St. Joseph Masonic Board of Relief

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July 12, 1985

Masonic Board of Relief of St. Louis and St. Louis County

To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: GREETINGS: The Board had three meetings this year with an average attendance of ten members. During the year we had 14 requests for funerals, 11 of which were handled in the usual numerical order. Three requests were received with too short of notice to organize. No monetary assistance was given and none of our 159 cemetery lots were used. Again, for the 21st consecutive year, being financially sound there was no need to assess the lodges. The financial report is included. Fraternally, FRANK HARTMANN, President, No. 218, ROBERT BOONE, Vice-President, No. 80, CHARLES JANSSEN, Treasurer, No. 218, TOM MOSER, Secretary, No. 544.

We have, as instructed, checked all the financial records of this Board for the fiscal year ended June 30, 1985. A statement showing the receipts and disbursements for this period follows. For the Auditing Committee: ELMER A. ROHRBACH, No. 347, Chairman, July 12, 1985. STATEMENT OF RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS FROM JULY 1, 1984 to JUNE 30, 1985 Balance,June 1, 1984 Receipts: Lodge Assessments 1984/1985 Interest on U.S. Bonds Interest on Cert. of Deposit Donations Disbursements: Relief Purchase of Sick Room Equipment Cleaning of Sick Room Equipment Telephone Postage Printing Office Supplies Safe Deposit Box Rent Donations: Mrs. Schiller Bibles for Funerals Masonic Home Masonic Temple

Recapitulation: Balance in Checking Account, June 30, 1985 U.S. Bonds (2) Certificates of Deposit

$17,476.05 . . . .

.00 127.50 1,446.61 15.00 1,589.11 $19,065.16

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.no .00 14.31 43.00 21.84 1.88 10.35 50.00 30.00 1,000.00 250.00 1,421.38 17,643.78 . . .

2,143.78 1,000.00 14,500.00 17,643.78

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REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON CHARTERED LODGES

R.W. Brother Gerald W. Burnworth, Chairman, presented the Report of the Committee on Chartered Lodges as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees." He moved the acceptance of the report for printing in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion being seconded, the Grand Lodge voted that the Report of the Committee on Chartered Lodges was ACCEPTED. 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 15, 1985, and examined the reports of the subordinate lodges and the reports of the District Deputy Grand Masters. We wish to submit the following report: Late Returns: On Wednesday evening August 14, there were still 52 lodges whose reports were not in the office of the Grand Secretary. While the Committee was in the office on August 15, six reports came in the mail. This left 46 reports still missing. The lodges were: 15, 16,20,29,35,60,65,69, 76, 82, 90, 112, 147,239,256,259,278,285,300,318,324,327,358,407,411,419,430, 459,466,469,483,486,487,509,525,533,559,590,608,626,634,644,655, 671,673, and 675. Your Committee suggests that when the District Deputy Grand Masters make their official visit to the lodges, that they discuss section 10.050 with the lodge secretaries. From June 30 until August 1 seems to be ample time to prepare this report. Some of the same lodges are late year after year. It appears this is just a plain case of negligence. The Grand Secretary and this Committee cannot make a full report to this Grand Lodge when these reports are not in the Grand Secretary's office on time. Membership: Your Committee checked the reports of 469 lodges and found a total of 76,458 Master Masons. If the 46 absentee reports had been in, this figure would, no doubt, go over the 80,000 mark. There were 89 lodges which showed an increase of 462 members. Three of these lodges had other lodges to merge with them. This merger accounted for 182 of the 462. This leaves a net of 280 actual increase of members in the 89 lodges. Fifty-six lodges had 79 to affiliate as multiple members. On the bright side, 316 lodges raised 978 Master Masons. Three hundred twenty-five of the 469 lodges showed a loss of 2,415 members. Fifty-one lodges indicated that they neither gained or lost any members. Three hundred lodges suspended 1,529 members for non-payment of dues. Thirty-four lodges suspended 43 Master Masons for failure to pass the proficiency in the Master Mason degree. Forty-five lodges rejected 58 petitions for degrees. The membership in our lodges is increasing in age. Four hundred twentyeight lodges reported 4,093 "50-Year Members." From every lodge room there is that well-worn path that leads to the graveyard. One by one they pass away and ascend to the Grand Lodge on High. Four hundred five lodges reported 2,349 deaths during the past year. Errors: There are still many of the reports that come into the Grand Lodge office with errors. Our most competent Grand Secretary goes to all the trouble to send step-by-step instructions along with the reports. Many reports still come in with several mistakes, which makes it necessary to return them to the lodge secretaries for correction. This causes much waste of time for everyone

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concerned. May the committee suggest that more care be taken when preparing these reports. Just follow the instructions one step at a time. Attendance: Of the 469 lodges checked, 62 lodges reported an average attendance of 25 or over. Three hundred sixty-one had less than 20 in average attendance. One hundred twenty-four lodges had less than lOin attendance. Four hundred fifty-seven lodges reported an average attendance of 16. Twelve lodges did not report. This is an area where an occasional Masonic Education could be a big help in attracting members to attend. Fees: The following is a recapitulation of the fees charged for the degrees. Amount Charged $ 45.00 to $ 50.00 51.00 to 60.00 61.00 to 70.00 71.00 to 80.00 81.00 to 90.00

No. of Lodges

82 94 64 79 21

Amount Charged $ 91.00 to $100.00 101.00 to 110.00 111.00 to 120.00 121.00 to 130.00 131.00 to 150.00

No. of Lodges

76 18 19 12 4

It is apparent all of the lodges have made the necessary adjustment in their By-laws, and all are complying with Section 10.010 of the Grand Lodge By-laws. The amount of dues charged by the lodges covers a wide range from very low to somewhat high. A mount Charged

$ 7.75 8.00 10.00 12.00 12.50 13.00 14.00 14.25 15.00 15.50 16.00 17.00 17.50 18.00 19.50 20.00 20.50

No. of Lodges I

1 10 10 2 1 1 I

68 I

8 10 6 23 1 162 1

Amount Charged

$21.00 21.35 21.50 22.00 22.50 23.00 24.00 24.50 25.00 26.00 27.00 28.00 30.00 32.00 35.00 40.00 60.00

No. of Lodges

4 1 1 10 1 7 4 I

87 3 6 3 19 2 4 1 1

One lodge reported dues at $8.50 and $25.00; one lodge reported dues at $15.00 and $20.00; two lodges reported dues at $15.00 and $25.00; one lodge reported dues at $18.00 and $22.00; and one lodge reported dues at $20.00 and $35.00. There was no explanation, but it might be assumed that this difference might be a senior citizen discount. One lodge did not report its dues. District Deputy Grand Master Reports: At the time we met in the office of the Grand Secretary, the following lodges had not been reported by the District Deputy Grand Masters:

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District 6 Grant City Lodge No. 66 at Grant City Defiance Lodge No. 88 at Sheridan McFall-Gentryville Lodge No. 125 at McFall Ancient Craft Lodge No. 377 at King City District II Kearney Lodge No. 311 at Kearney District 12 Braymer Lodge No. 135 at Braymer Benevolence Lodge No. 170 at Utica Breckenridge Lodge No. 334 at Breckenridge Dawn Lodge No. 539 at Dawn District 19 Eureka Lodge No. 73 at Brunswick Warren Lodge No. 74 at Keytesville Cunningham Lodge No. 525 at Sumner Mendon Lodge No. 628 at Mendon District 25 Prairie Home Lodge No. 503 at Prairie Home District 29 Nineveh Lodge No. 473 at Olney

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District 46 Ava Lodge No. 26 at Ava Barnes Lodge No. 116 at Cabool Texas Lodge No. 177 at Houston Plato Lodge No. 469 at Plato District 59 Independence Lodge No. 76 at Independence Summit Lodge No. 263 at Lee's Summit McDonald Lodge No. 324 at Independence Blue Springs Lodge No. 337 at Blue Springs Raytown Lodge No. 391 at Raytown Christian Lodge No. 392 at Oak Grove Buckner Lodge No. 501 at Buckner Marlborough Lodge No. 569 at Grandview Mt. Washington Lodge No. 614 at Independence Grandview Lodge No. 618 at Grandview Grain Valley Lodge No. 644 at Grain Valley

Budget: Four hundred eighty-five District Deputy Grand Master reports were checked. Section 9.040 of the Grand Lodge By-laws specifically states that each lodge has a budget committee. Section 9.050 states that this committee prepares and reports to the lodge a budget no later than the second stated communication after the installation of the Worshipful Master. Two hundred ten of the lodges checked did not prepare a budget. One hundred thirteen lodges expenditures exceeded their income. Auditing: Section 9.035 of the Grand Lodge By-laws states that each lodge has an Auditing Committee, and that they report to the lodge at least once each year. Checking the District Deputy Grand Master reports we find the following audits: Last Audit

1985 1984 1983 1982 1981 1980 1979

No. of Lodges

142 218 51 12 7 7 2

Last Audit

1978 1974 1973 Did not know No record Never

No. of Lodges

I 2 1 31 7 5

Committee on Delinquent Dues: Section 9.160 of the Grand Lodge By-laws states that each lodge shall have such a committee, and it outlines their specific duties. The suspension for nonpayment of dues is a great factor in the decline of membership. As it was mentioned in the first part of this report, there were 1,529 Master Masons suspended for nonpayment of dues during the past year. Two hundred seven lodges reported they did not have a committee for the purpose of contacting these delinquent members.

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By-laws: Twenty-two of the 485 lodges reported they did not have a current set of By-laws for their lodges. Three lodges reported that they did not have the Grand Lodge Book of Constitution and By-laws. There were many who reported that they did not have the latest pocket part. This is hard to understand as the Grand Secretary mails each lodge these pocket parts. Masonic Education: Several lodges have adopted some limited programs of Masonic Education. These lodges are still in the minority. Each lodge should at least have one member who can be responsible for some form of Masonic Education. Some programs can be a reasonable period of time. Many short items of three to five minutes at several meetings can be most educational. Inviting a person from another lodge to present a program will prove most interesting. A good Masonic Education program can help boost attendance at meetings. Conclusion: Your Committee on Chartered Lodges has gone over the various reports with the thought in mind, to point out several objectives that the lodges might work to attain. By so doing, Freemasonry in this Grand Jurisdiction can improve itself. The smallest lodge with only 27 members can work on a program and attract good men to knock at its door. There were two lodges that raised 27 and 22 (total 49) Master Masons last year. These two lodges are active and are attracting new members. Leadership is the key to success in our lodges. May we, once again, ask the District Deputy Grand Masters for help. Discuss with each lodge the importance of Sections 10.050,9.160,9.050,9.035, and 7.030 in the Black Book of Constitution and By-laws. Many lodges can improve themselves by abiding by these rules. Many, many, pages could be written in this conclusion. Your Committee :;uggests that every Master Mason rededicate himself to the good of Freemasonry, if so, we can grow and prosper. . Most Worshipful Grand Master, your Committee appreciates the opportunity of serving you and this Grand Lodge. We also want to extend thanks to R.W. Brother Frank Ames Arnold, our most competent Grand Secretary, for his splendid cooperation and assistance. Fraternally submitted,

WILBUR M. DAUGHTREY,

HOWARD

MORRIS E. CARTER, CHARLES C. LONG,

GERALD W. BURNWORTH,

GWINN,

Chairman.

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON PREPARATION OF MANUAL FOR LODGE SECRETARIES

R.W. Brother Gerald W. Burnworth, Chairman, moved that the Report of the Committee on Preparation of Manual for Lodge Secretaries be accepted and made a part of the official record of this Annual Communication. The motion being seconded, the Grand Lodge voted that the report be ACCEPTED. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: Your Committee regrets to report that a very small amount of progress was made during the past year. Quite a quantity of material has been collected, but nothing put in order. R.W. Brother Harry C. Ploetze's health became very bad.

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As a result he passed on to the Grand Lodge on High - a great loss to the Masonic Fraternity. R.W. Brother Harry W. Shapiro was fortunate to spend several weeks in the sunny South. Results: No Committee meetings were held. Little progress was made. Respectfully submitted, HARRY C. PLOETZE, (Deceased) HARRY

W. SHAPIRO, W. BURNWORTH, Chainnan.

GERALD

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON PUBUC RELATIONS

R.W. Brother Alfred M. Frager, Chairman, presented the Report of the Committee on Public Relations. He moved the acceptance and approval of the report. The motion being seconded, the Grand Lodge voted that the Report of the Committee on Public Relations was ACCEPTED and APPROVED. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. and A.M. of Missouri: Your Public Relations Committee respectively reports its activities in part for the Masonic year 1984-1985. When the Grand Master, M.W. Brother Vern H. Schneider, issued a directive early in the year designating May, 1985, as "Masonic Service Month," it inspired the membership of the Masonic Lodges throughout the state to formulate plans to assist generally but to be of particular service to senior citizens. Much good resulted. Many in need found a helping hand from Masons all over Missouri. Outstanding service projects were carried out by Missouri Masonic Lodges. Some of the specifics are herein noted. a) Masons went to the home of an aged brother who was a member of the Masonic Fraternity for more than 50 years. He and his wife had been hospitalized and as a result could not do the things that were necessary around the home. A number of Masons did spring cleaning, removed trash and other items from the basement, and overall did a total housecleaning job. Upon completing the task they left with tearful, heartfelt thanks of the couple. b) An elderly widow who could no longer do the necessary chores around her house was grateful when a group of Masons cut brush, pruned trees, removed diseased trees, mowed the grass, trimmed the shrubbery, and removed vines from garage and roof. c) A number of Masons raised $1,200 through clothing donations and presented this sum to the Salvation Army for its rehabilitation program. d) A Masonic Lodge in a rural community held a ham and bean dinner and thereby raised $657 which it donated to a sick, teen-age boy to assist in paying his medical bills. e) Lodge members in a small town donated their labor in helping to re-roof a senior citizen complex. The dollar value of such labor was recognized as $1,100. f) Two country Masonic Lodges combined their efforts, provided the brushes and paint, and painted both the City Hall and Fire Station in a small Missouri town. g) A rural Missouri Lodge contributed both labor and material in readying a

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public baseball field so that the children in the town could participate in a summer sports program. h) A Lodge took charge of a food concession at a horse show and donated the proceeds of $850 to a home for the handicapped. These are but a few of the efforts involving Masonic service. A number of other worthwhile projects were accomplished. In the wake of the good that the Masons did were many happy hearts, tearfilled joyous eyes, and profound expressions of gratitude and thanks. The value in human terms of the deeds accomplished by many Masons throughout the state of Missouri is immeasureable because among other kindnesses and assistance it helped eliminate many scars of neglected need and disrepair. The results of the Masonic brethren volunteerism helped many elderly, disadvantaged, and disabled people to enjoy better living conditions. The real significance of the Masonic programs in assisting others was that it helped those who could least help themselves. Services to people included repairs and renovations of owner-occupied homes. The Masons who volunteered their services came from all walks oflife, from churches, corporations, businesses, professional and civic organizations and just plain farmers. Missouri newspapers were generous in publicizing many of the projects carried out by Masons. The sum and substance was that the help and services freely rendered by many Masons was on a one-to-one basis. Each activity of service was meaningful and improved the daily life experience of many that were in need. The great question that was once raised, "Am I my brother's keeper?" was answered in the affirmative by the loving, unselfish, considerate and thoughtful action of Missouri Masons. The loving fervor of public relations as a consequence of the profound help to many citizens by Missouri Masons attests to the high and respected reputation of the Masonic Fraternity in Missouri. Cordially and fraternally, JOHN K. SMITH, ROBERT W. CONRADI, GEORGE WAGNER, L. WAYNE HILL, THOMAS C. WARDEN, ARNOLD J. MILNER, ALFRED M. FRAGER, Chairman. HERMAN A. ORLICK, P.G.M. RICHARD B. RAMAGE, REMARKS OF R.W. DEPUTY GRAND MASTER GEORGE A. WALLINGER OF WISCONSIN REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON REDISTRICTING

M.W. Brother Fielding A. Poe, Chairman, moved that the Report of the Committee on Redistricting as printed in the booklet "Reports of Offic.ers and Committees" be accepted and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motIon was seconded. The Grand Lodge voted the Report of the Committee on Redistricting was ACCEPTED. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. and A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: The Committee for the study and suggestions for redistricting the Masonic districts of the State of Missouri met in the Grand Lodge office on Saturday morning, March 23, 1985.

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Those present, M.W. Brother Fielding Poe, Chairman; M.W. Brother Bruce Hunt; M.W. Brother William Denslow; M.W. Brother Elvis Mooney; M.W. Brother Dr. Edward Blinn; and M.W. Brother Robert Crede. Also present by invitation were M.W. Brother Vern Schneider, R.W. Brother Charles Scheurich, Deputy Grand Master, and RW. Brother Frank Arnold, Grand Secretary. After a short discussion it was the consensus of the Committee that a complete redistricting of the entire State would be laborious as well as disturbing to many lodges and brethren. It was recognized, however, that changing population patterns have had an effect on many Masonic Lodges and Masonic districts over the State of Missouri. The Committee felt that a district of four lodges or less was too small for maximum Administrative effect to the Grand Lodge. We therefore, have made recommendations for merger wherever there are four lodges or less in a district. There are two districts, the 22nd and 33-57th, that are large enough to be divided, however, since they seem to be enjoying satisfactory operation under the system of multiple D.D.G.M.'s we did not make any attempt to divide these districts. Following is our list of suggested changes: 1. District Number Four now has only two active lodges, Trenton, and Princeton. As there are five lodges in the Fifth District these two lodges would then make a total of seven lodges and we would, therefore, recommend that the Fourth and Fifth Districts be merged. 2. The Seventh District has now lost some five lodges, since there are only four remaining and since the adjoining Eighth District has only seven lodges we recommend that the Seventh and Eighth Districts be merged. This would make a total of 11 lodges in their district. 3. There are four lodges in the Thirteenth District, four in the Nineteenth District, and three in the Twentieth District. The Nineteenth and Twentieth have recognized the need for change. They had asked that they be considered to be merged. Since the Thirteenth District adjoins the Nineteenth, the Committee thought and recommends that the Thirteenth, Nineteenth, and Twentieth Districts be merged. This would form a reversed L-shaped district of 11 lodges. 4. The Twenty-Seventh, Twenty-Eighth, Thirty-first and Fifty-eighth Districts presented a most unique situation. There are now three lodges in the Twenty-Eighth District somewhat uniquely situated geographically. The Committee recommends that Montgomery Lodge in Montgomery City be placed in the Twenty-Seventh District. That Jonesburg Lodge, located close to Highway 70, be placed in the Thirtieth District and that Daggett Lodge in McKittrick be placed in the Thirty-Second District. The Committee suggested that New Bloomfield, Tebbetts and Mokane, because of distance, might prefer to switch to the Thirty-First District since all three are closer to Jefferson City than to other lodges in their present district. It was also suggested that Chamois and Linn might prefer moving to the Thirty-Second District for the same reason. Since there are only three lodges in the Fifty-Eighth District and they

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appear on the map to be relatively close to the Thirty-First District, it was our recommendation that the Fifty-Eighth District be merged with the Thirty-First District. If the above is accomplished the following would result: Twenty-Seventh District - five lodges Thirtieth District - six lodges Thirty-First District - twelve lodges Thirty-Second District - thirteen lodges Copies of this report were sent to the Grand Master, Deputy Grand Master, and to the District Deputy Grand Masters of those districts involved in any suggested chan~e. As this is an advisory committee any action taken would have to be by a decision of the Grand Master, Deputy Grand Master, Senior and Junior Grand Warden and the Grand Lecturer. Respectfully submitted, FIELDING A. POE, Chairman, M.W. DR. EDWARD BLINN, M.W. BRUCE HUI'\T, M.W. ROBERT CREDE, M.W. WILLIAM DEI'\SLOW, M.W. WILLIAM J. HILL. M.W. ELVIS MOONEY, R.W. BROTHER ALFRED E. SPENCER RECOGNIZED AND HONORED BY GRAND MASTER The Grand Master requested that the Senior Grand Deacon escort R.W. Brother Alfred E. Spencer to the East. M.W. GRAND MASTER SCHNEIDER: We were taught by a great teacher of long ago that he would best read would best serve. On my right is a brother who understands the need for service and loyalty. He has gone just far beyond the normal bounds to help so many people, and particularly these Past Grand Masters seated to my right and Grand Lodge Officers. He has given us the benefit for these many years of his richest service in the field of Masonic history, symbolism. He himself is an outstanding research person; he belongs to a number of research lodges throughout this country. He carries on extensive correspondence with many distinguished Masonic scholars. He is truly a fountain of Masonic Knowledge. There is really no way that we can adequately express our appreciation for what a brother like this has done. At this time I do want to present to him this "Grand Master's Service Award." It reads as follows: "Be it known to all men by these presents: In recognition of the many years of faithful service devoted to the advancement of the cause of Masonic Research, this award is hereby presented on the 30th Day of September 1985 to Right Worshipful Brother Alfred E. Spencer." RW. BROTHER SPENCER: Most Worshipful, thank you very, very much. want to help in any way that I can. (APPLAUSE) REPORT OF THE BUILDING SUPERVISORY BOARD

Wor. Brother Harold E. Thornton, Chairman, presented the Report of the Building Supervisory Board. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: ., .. Your Building Supervisory Board submits herewIth Its report of the actiVIties and decisions made during the past Masonic year.

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All members of this Board have greatly enjoyed the opportunity to serve the Grand Lodge this past year; and we are indebted to our Grand Master, M.W. Brother Vern H. Schneider, for the appointment and his co-operation. 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, so that the Board was able to process applications as filed in most instances. We have attempted to give prompt attention to all matters. Attached hereto, and made a part of this report, is a list of all cases received and considered (not necessarily in order of reception and approval) for the Year 1984-1985. It is our fervent hope that the principles of Freemasonry will continue to be exerted through our Lodges, and in the hearts and minds of men throughout this great State of Missouri. To that end we have bent our efforts. Fraternally submitted, K.

ROGER PENNEL,

DAVID

A. WATSON, E. THORNTON, Chairman.

HAROLD

Hermitage Lodge No. 288 at Hermitage The Board approved the purchase of land to be used for a future new Temple. Linn Lodge No. 326 at Linn The Board approved Articles of Not for Profit Corporation as submitted. Linn Masonic Temple Association. Mount Vernon Lodge No. 99 at Mount Vernon The Board approved Articles of Not for Profit Corporation, with only one minor correction in the provisions. Pythagoras Lodge No. 383 at Cassville The Board approved the sale of the present building for the fair market value. Jewel Lodge No. 480 at Pleasant Hill The Board approved Articles of Incorporation as submitted. Waynesville Lodge No. 375 at Waynesville The Board approved the purchase of two acres of land for a new Temple. No debt incurred. Northwest Lodge No. 358 at Tarkio and Tarkio Building Association, Inc. The Board approved revised Articles of Incorporation. Bismarck Lodge No. 41 at Bismarck The Board approved the purchase of adjoining land to their Temple to be used for a parking lot and landscaping. Mount Hope Lodge No. 476 at Odessa The Board approved plans submitted for building a new Temple, providing it meets existing fire code of the City of Odessa, Missouri. Decatur Lodge No. 400 at Pierce City The Board has Articles of Incorporation under consideration at the time of this report. Norwood Lodge No. 622 at Norwood The board approved the brick veneer building of the Norwood Fraternal Society, Inc. as suitable for Masonic Usage as the meeting place of Norwood Lodge. with no indebtedness incurred by the lodge in the remodeling process.

Brother Thornton moved that the Report of the Building Supervisory Board printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees" and the supplement to the report on Norwood Lodge No. 622 be received. The motion was seconded. The Report of the Building Supervisory Board was RECEIVED.

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WOR. BROTHER THORNTON: Most Worshipful Sir, there is one matter that I would like to take up with your permission. I have recommended in the past that it is possible for a struggling lodge which has trouble keeping up their building in proper order and paying the costs of utilities and insurance to combine their efforts with another lodge possibly located in the same area. I am afraid that remark has been misunderstood in some cases. I have never to my knowledge, nor has any member of the Board, recommended that any lodge give up its Charter and consolidate with another lodge, and thereby lose its identity. What I have recommended and what has been misconstrued and misunderstood is that it is possible for two or more lodges to occupy a place that is convenient for the members to get to, to combine their efforts under one not-for-profit corporation, electing members of the respective lodges to serve as the board of directors. That remark and that suggested avenue of relief possibly got construed to mean the wrong thing. If so, I am sorry. I hope you understand what is meant by the recommendation. REMARKS OF R.W. GRAND SECRETARY JOHN E. SHAVER OF OKLAHOMA REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON NECROLOGY

M.W. Brother J. C. Montgomery, Jr., Chairman, stated that the Report of the Committee on Necrology is printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees." He presented a supplement to the printed report - the additional memorials for RW. Brother Alfred Whitfield Griffith and R.W. Brother Russell Edward Eickmeyer. The traditional "lodge of sorrow" conducted in the lodge hall before the public service but now so seldom used in our busy world concludes with the Worshipful Master declaring: "In wisdom, strength and beauty the Great Architect of the Universe builds His temple and disposes his workmen. We bow with humble reverence and submission to the fiat of His widsom and rely upon His strength. Let us mold our lives and characters in the beauty of holiness and await with confidence the tender mercy of the Great Judge."

Thus our sorrow at the loss of our Brothers is tempered by our faith in the Great Architect, and in hope and love we commend our departed companions to His gracious keeping. The Scythe of Time has again swept through the ranks of our Fraternity. Our Grand Secretary reports that in the Grand Lodge year ending June 30, 1985, 2,467 of our Brethren were taken from our band to meet with us no more. In this number there were those who were near and dear to us. Some distinguished themselves in larger fields of Masonic service and leadership. Others labored humbly in the quarries of home. But, as the Apocrypha tells us, their "righteous deeds have not been forgotten." In their departure we are all the poorer, but our lives are richer and our hearts are grateful that we could meet and work with them through these seasons of Fraternal labor. The tokens of our parting are two. Let us reflect briefly upon their meaning. First is the Apron. It speaks to us so eloquently that, in a world careless of moral and ethical values, character still counts. Our brethren who wore this insignia of the Freemason remind us "of that purity oflife and conduct which is so essentially necessary to (their) gaining admission into the Celestial Lodge above, where the Supreme Architect of the Universe presides."

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The Apron is also a symbol oflabor, not alone of Masonic labors but also of that day-by-day work to which our human creation is called. This noble pursuit is illustrated by the several Working Tools, bespeaking not alone the high dignity of operative masonry but also that speculative masonry which enables us to build that spiritual edifice. "Build thee more stately mansions, 0 my soul." Our departed brethren witness to these labors. Again the Apron reminds us that our fellowship together was precious. In the departure of these Brethren from among the living something is taken which can never be again. And yet our sadness is swallowed up in the gladness and gratitude for the friendly and social intercourse we shared with them through the Fraternity. The second token of our parting, the Evergreen reassures us with its lesson of hope and confirms us in our faith in immortality. The leaders ofthe world's great religious faiths have all drawn inspiration from "the religion and lesson of Nature." Freemasonry acknowledges those truths and strengthens that faith. Even in their death, our friends and Brothers gave a silent witness through these tokens of our Fraternity. Let us remember those who served the Grand Lodge in special ways. M.W. Brother ThomasJ. Davis,Jr., of Piedmont typified much of the best in Freemasonry. The story of his life belongs to the heartland of America. A "small town boy," he possessed that bigness of character which made him a leader in business, community affairs, and fraternal work. He was born December 5, 1919, and departed this life March 5, 1985, at the age of 65. In young manhood he served his country through the difficult days of World War II. Following the war he received his Blue Lodge degrees in Wayne Lodge No. 526. Other Masonic work and honors were to follow through the years. York and Scottish Rite, and in season the 33rd Degree Inspector General Honorary. Organizer and Advisor for Clearwater Chapter, Order of DeMolay, and later to have the Honorary Legion of Honor. A member of the Order of Eastern Star. The future Grand Master served his apprenticeship in the work of the Grand Lodge. For five years he was District Deputy Grand Lecturer in the 52nd District, and for another five years he served as a member of the important Ways and Means Committee. In 1964 he was appointed to the advancing line by M.W. Brother Martin B. Dickinson. In the succeeding years he filled various committee assignments, and in 1970-71 he served as President ofthe Masonic Home Board. At the conclusion ofthat term he was elected and installed the 126th Grand Master of Missouri Masons. During that term of office M.W. Brother Davis initiated the highly successful program of area meetings, an enterprise which has been continued through the years. His "year" was particularly busy as he traveled throughout the state, meeting the requirements of special engagements, official and fraternal visits, and giving careful attention to decisions and problems attendant upon his office. The hospitality of his home and business office was boundless. Although an extremely busy executive, Tom Davis was never too busy for friends and brethren. Even in the years of his illness, his great joy was in these associations - his family, Wanda, Alon and Sherry and their loved ones; his church; and

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his beloved Piedmont; Wayne Lodge 526 and its new temple of which he was so proud. These were the marks of one who by his life and labors influenced countless others for the values which are the foundation of our land. The attendance of Masons at both the fraternal and religious services was a testimony to M.W. Brother Davis' Masonic leadership. They ranged from the Grand Master, a half-dozen Past Grand Masters, almost all the Grand LodRe Officers, high Scottish Rite officials and other dignitaries. But equally important were the "Brethren," those whom he had lectured and nurtured along the pathway of Freemasonry. How appropriate the words of Brother Fitz-Greene Halleck, the 19th century American poet: Green be the turf above thee, Friend of my better days! None knew thee but to love thee, Nor named thee but to praise.

R.W. Brother Harry Conrad Ploetze departed this life January 15, 1985. The long time and outstanding secretary of Meridian Lodge No.2, St. Louis, he had rendered sterling service to the Grand Lodge for more than a score of years. He was District Deputy Grand Master, District 33-B, 1951-52. He served two four year terms on the Masonic Home Board, 1963-1967 and 1978-1982. Over 15 years he had served six times on the Grand Lodge Committee for the Entertainment of Distinguished Guests, being Chairman in 1976-1977 . For a whole generation he had been an original member of the Grand Master's Breakfast Committee, serving as its chairman two years. In sorrow and appreciation we list others who served the Grand Lodge in special responsibilities. Because of them our Fraternity is better, and our lives have been blessed by their example and friendship. RW. Brother Charles Naaman Alcorn died June 16, 1985. He served as Master of Wentzville Lodge No. 46 in 1963 and was District Deputy Grand Lecturer of District 30 for five years, 1972-1977. RW. Brother Robert W. Adams served five years as District Deputy Grand Lecturer of District 47, 1955-1960. A member of Van Buren Lodge No. 509, he served as its Master in 1950. The date of his death was November 7, 1984. RW. Brother Shelby Lee Barton had received his degrees at Mansfield Lodge No. 543 but later transferred to Ferguson Lodge No. 542, serving as its Master in 1968. He was District Deputy Grand Master of District 57-A 1969-70. He died August 29, 1984. RW. Brother Forrest Marion Dorman served as Worshipful Master of Western Light Lodge No. 396, Louisburg, in 1946 and again in 1949. He served a five year term as District Deputy Grand Master of District 41 from 1972-1977. His date of death was January 16,1985. RW. Brother George W. Gist served as Master of Gentryville Lodge No. 125 (now McFall-Gentryville Lodge No. 125) in 1966 and in 1977. In 1978-79 he was District Deputy Grand Master of District 6. His date of death was September 30, 1984. RW. Brother Wilfrid Allenger Hedrick served as Master of Maplewood Lodge No. 566 in 1967. The following year he was appointed District Deputy Grand Lecturer of District 57-B, holding that post for three years until 1971. His date of death was April 25, 1985.

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R.W. Brother Clifford Lain Hill was Master ofGalena Lodge No. 515 in 1954 and served two years as District Deputy Grand Master of District 54, 19671969. He departed this life January 2, 1985. R.W. Brother Arthur G. Hodges, the District Deputy Grand Master of District 59, served in that office three years, 1950-1953. He was also Grand Lodge representative to Italy. He was Worshipful Master of Independence Lodge No. 76, Independence, in 1946. His date of death was November 20, 1984. R.W. Brother Leroy Paul Lewis served as District Deputy Grand Lecturer of District 47 six years (1962-68). He was Worshipful Master of Van Buren Lodge No. 509 in 1960. His date of death was October 5, 1984. R.W. Brother Roscoe Asa Miller received his degrees in Hiram Lodge No. 362, Kahoka, but later transferred to and was Master of Acacia Lodge No. 602, Columbia, in 1946. He was District Deputy Grand Master of District 28 in 1947-48 and also served four years as District Deputy Grand Lecturer of District 26, 1948-1952. Brother Miller died January 24, 1985. R.W. Brother Oscar B. Rogers was serving as District Deputy Grand Master of District 60 at the time of his death April 22, 1985. Although he had received his degrees at Oakville Lodge No. 760, Memphis, Tennessee, he later affiliated with Malden Lodge No. 406, Malden, serving as its Master in 1971. He was in his fifth year as District Deputy Grand Master, having been appointed first in 1980. R.W. Brother Arnold D. Smith had served as Worshipful Master of Eolia Lodge No. 14, Eolia, four times, 1961, 1968, 1972 and 1980. At the time of his death, April 19, 1985, he was serving as District Deputy Grand Lecturer of District 16, having been appointed in 1984. R.W. Brother Norman Seldon Stites had served as District Deputy Grand Lecturer, District 57-B, from 1982-1984 and was serving as District Deputy Grand Lecturer of District 33-57-B at the time of his death, June 24, 1985. Brother Stites had served as Master of Valley Park Lodge No. 629, Valley Park in 1978 and also in 1981. R.W. Brother Philip D. Trainer had served for 31 years as District Deputy Grand Lecturer of District 37,1945 through 1974. On September 24, 1984, the title of District Deputy Grand Lecturer Emeritus was conferred upon him. Brother Trainer had received his degrees in Calhoun Lodge No. 552, Calhoun, but later was a member and Master of Clinton Lodge No. 548, Clinton, serving that office in 1932. His date of death was November 23, 1984. R.W. Brother Clarence G. Waller served as District Deputy Grand Master of District 10 for the two years of 1975-1977. He was Master of Continental Lodge No. 454, Stewartsville, in 1934. His date of death was March 24, 1985. R.W. Brother George Herbert Wollberg received his degrees in United Lodge No.5, Springfield, but later became a member of Beacon Lodge No.3, St. Louis, and served as its Master in 1955. In 1958-1959 he served as District Deputy Grand Master of District 33-C. His date of death was February 13, 1985. Right Worshipful Alfred Whitfield Griffith died September 11, 1985. A Past Master of Fulton Lodge No. 48, serving in 1951, he also served as District Deputy Grand Master of District 27 for five years, 1951-1956. He was Most Illustrious Grand Master of the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters in 1968-69 and received the General Grand Chapter Award in 1983. R.W.

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Brother Griffith served as Secretary-Treasurer of the Missouri Lodge of Research from 1959 to the time of his death. In 1984 he was awarded the Harry S. Truman Medal by Most Worshipful Brother Robert J. Crede. Right Worshipful Brother Russell Edward Eickmeyer was a Past Master of Missouri Lodge No. 1 (now Missouri-Commonwealth) in 1951. In 1963-64 he was District Deputy Grand Master of District 33A. His date of death was September 20, 1985. Grateful for the example of these, our distinguished Brethren, let our prayer for them and for us be the words from the funeral dirge: Lord of all, below, above, Fill our hearts with truth and love; When dissolves our earthly tie, Take us to Thy Lodge on high.

So mote it be. Fraternally, FRANK P. BRIGGS, P.G.M., WILLIAM H CHAPMAN, P.G.M., DR. HAROLD O. GRAUEL, P.G.M., WALTER L. WALKER, P.G.M., DR. J. C. MONTGOMERY, JR., P.G.M., Chairman. M.W. Brother Montgomery moved that the printed Report, with the supplement, of the Committee on Necrology be accepted and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded. The complete Report of the Committee on Necrology was ACCEPTED. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON FORMATION OF NEW LODGES

M.W. Brother J. C. Montgomery, Jr., Chairman, stated that the Report of the Committee on Formation of New Lodges is printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees."

To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: At the beginning of his term as Grand Master, M.W. Brother Vern H. Schneider appointed this special committee to consider organization of new lodges. The Committee, composed of Past Grand Masters representative of all geographical areas of our jurisdiction, has relied upon the surveys and judgment of its members in making this report. By-Law provisions pertinent to the formation of new lodges are Sections 11 and 16, the latter particularly as it applies to multiple members. In the judgment of committee members the most promising areas for the establishment of new lodges are in the Chesterfield-West St. Louis County area and in rapidly growing sections of St. Charles County. In the former area the suburb of Chesterfield has more than 55,000 residents and 850 businesses but no Masonic lodge in its confines. The latter area is one of the most rapidly growing sections in the country. A group of interested Master Masons in the Chesterfield-West County area has been meeting regularly, discussing the possibilities of a new lodge. We have evidence that a sizable number of Masons whose membership is in other jurisdictions would be interested in being a part of a new lodge; however,

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petitioners for a dispensation must be members in good standing of a lodge in the jurisdiction of Missouri. A recent decision by the Grand Master has affirmed that, although multiple members might become charter members of a new lodge, the 20 required petitioners to the Grand Lodge must be Missouri Masons. St. Charles County is one of the most rapidly growing sections of the country and a prime area for the expansion of Freemasonry. There is also population growth in the area south of Springfield. In recent years one lodge was established in the lake area, and another may be needed in the future. There needs to be continued study on the possible location of new lodges. Although we must be sensitive to the problems of lodges with declining membership, we must also be alert to the lessons of business, schools and churches moving to and thriving in areas of population growth. A by-product of new lodges might well be the growth of Masonically-related youth and other organizations. Some jurisdictions have sought to encourage additional daylight lodges as a possibility for new lodges. Your Committee has not studied this option as to feasibility. Because our Grand Lodge has statewide concurrent jurisdiction, certain legal problems make the establishment of new lodges more difficult. Section 11.020 (b) of the By-Laws requires certificates of approval from two-thirds of the lodges which have jurisdiction over the place the proposed new lodge is to be located. It is the opinion of several members of our Committee that this provision needs to be modified or eliminated. Finally we believe there are lessons to be learned from the example of Freemasonry in England. The multiplication of small lodges with dedicated members has led to growth and continued strength for the Fraternity. Respectfully submitted, LEWIS C. WES COOK, P.G.M., JUDGE J. MORGAN DONELSOI", P.G.M., DR. HAROLD O. GRAUEL, P.G.M., DR. JAMES A. NOLAND, JR., P.G.M., WALTER L. WALKER, P.G.M., HERMAN A. ORLICK, P.C.M., Vice-Chairman, DR. J. C. MONTGOMERY, JR., P.G.M., Chairman. M.W. BROTHER MONTGOMERY commented about the report: As an amateur historian, I can tell you that there were good and proper reasons for certain legislation being found in the By-Laws of the Grand Lodge, particularly as it applies to the formation of new lodges. In the opinion of some of us on the committee, some of those provisions have perhaps served their day and a radical, but thoughtful, revision of them should be studied and perhaps recommended to the Grand Lodge. In the days when our country was largely agrarian in nature, such restrictions were necessary. In this age of high mobility, of rapid and certainly sometimes regretable demographic change, some of our provisions may react against the needful part of new lodges. I refer, of course, to the provisions that would preclude multiple members from being the principal petitioners for a lodge to be under dispensation. We also believe that there might be something to be gained from a study of the British pattern of small and highly disciplined lodges. In our culture

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of matchmaking, we have not tried that, particularly in Missouri, although some other grand jurisdictions are experimenting with that at the present time. Now those comments are gratuitous, Most Worshipful Sir. They are not part of the Report. I move that the Report of the Committee on Formation of New Lodges be accepted and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded. By vote of the Grand Lodge, the preprinted Report of the Committee on Formation of New Lodges was ACCEPTED. REMARKS OF M.W. PAST GRAND MASTER NELSON OF ARIZONA AND MULTIPLE MEMBER OF GALENA LODGE NO. 515 PRESENTATIONS OF CONTRIBUTIONS FOR MEXICAN RELIEF

Representatives of Lodges presented Contributions for Mexican Relief as follows: GEORGE WASHINGTON LODGE NO.9 at Saint Louis MOUNT MORIAH LODGE NO. 40 at Clayton MERIDIAN LODGE NO.2 at Saint Louis

M.W. Grand Master Schneider announced that the Contributions for Mexican Relief would be forwarded to the Masonic Service Association which will in turn transmit the funds to the appropriate designated parties in Mexico to better assure the effective distribution of the money for the benefit of Mexican Masonic families. This conservative approach will assure proper stewardship of the Contributions for Mexican Relief. CEREMONIAL PRESENTATION OF CONTRIBUTIONS FOR

THE GRAND LODGE DISASTER-RELIEF CHARITY PROGRAM In procession, the Representatives of Constituent Lodges approached the microphone on the floor, announced the Name and Number and Location of the Lodge with the amount of the contribution, then proceeded to the East where the 1985 Report Card was handed to the Grand Treasurer and the check was presented to the Grand Master, who with the Deputy Grand Master greeted each one with a handshake of appreciation and thankfulness. PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING

M.W. Grand Master Schneider called on R.W. Grand Chaplain Carl L. Radford to lead the Grand Lodge in a prayer of thanksgiving. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON GEORGE WASHINGTON MASONIC NATIONAL MEMORIAL ASSOCIATION

M.W. Brother J. Edward Blinn, Chairman, presented the Report of the Committee on George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees." He called attention to the paragraph on the election of M.W. Past Grand Master William J. Hill to a three-year term as a Director of the Memorial Association. Just a mile from the Potomac River in Alexandria, Virginia, and overlooking the nation's capital, stands the 333 foot George Washington Masonic National Memorial on historic Shooter's Hill. This Memorial, dedicated to the memory of George Washington - Patriot,

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President, Mason - stands as the visible expression of the Masonic Fraternity's faith in the principles of civil and religious liberty and orderly government which were portrayed in the life and character of our country's first President. In recent years the Memorial fell on hard times because of lack of funds to maintain it at the peak of its beauty and grandeur. However, due to the strong support given by 38 Grand Lodges who have now joined in making $5.00 contributions to the Memorial each year for each new initiate (Missouri is included), great things are happening. M.W. Brother Charles R. Glassmire of Maine, who has been re-e1ected to his second term as President of the Memorial Association says, "For the first time in decades, we are making major progress in the upkeep of the Memorial, and I know that this is gratifying to every Mason in our country." Many improvements have been made to the Memorial in the past year - the list includes 28 separate projects. Among them are repairs to the heating and ventilating systems, including restoration of heat to the tower; rebuilding of the washout portion of the front terrace; cleaning of the entire exterior portion of the building and pointing of all mortar joints; polishing of the bronze doors together with all interior bronze; and as more funds become available, other needed improvements will be made. This year M.W. Brother Marvin E. Fowler retired, ending twenty-one years of dedicated and distinguished service to the Memorial Association as Secretary-Treasurer. The Masonic Fraternity salutes him for outstanding service and a great job well done! The Grand Lodge of Missouri has a special reason for pride this year. M.W. Brother William J. Hill was elected to serve a three-year term as a Director of the Memorial Association at the annual meeting. We congratulate him on his preferment! The Grand Lodge of Missouri sent a check "payable to the George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association, in the amount of $7,945 - the contribution for the benefit of the George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association per the initiations reported by the Constituent Lodges of Missouri in the 1984 Annual Returns" (quote from the Grand Secretary's letter). It should also be noted that there is provision for individual contributions to the Memorial: $100 for Sustaining Membership; $250 for Life Membership; $1,000 for Bicentennial Contributor. Anyone so inclined may send their gift to George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association, Alexandria, Virginia 22301. If you have not seen this great Memorial, we heartily recommend a visit. If your Lodge has not availed itself of the slide program, available from the Grand Secretary's office, on the Memorial, "The Pride of All Freemasons," we heartily recommend that you ask your Officers or Program Chairman to make it available. It is outstanding, and it qualifies as a Masonic Education Meeting for Lodges working on the Grand Lodge Achievement Award; it may be used for either open or closed meetings. Truly, our "PRIDE" is showing in this great Memorial, and we hope you will get to know it better. Fraternally submitted, HOMER L. FERGUSON, P.G.M. FIELDING A. POE, P.G.M. BRUCE H. HUNT, P.G.M. J. EDWARD BLINN, P.G.M., Chairman. ELVIS A. MOONEY, P.G.M.

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M.W. Brother Blinn moved that the Report of the Committee on George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association be accepted and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded. The Report was ACCEPTED. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON YOUTH

R.W. Brother Daniel F. Cole, Chairman, presented the Report of the Committee on Youth as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees." He moved that the Report be accepted; the motion was seconded; the Report was ACCEPTED. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: â&#x20AC;˘ BRETHREN: Your Committee on Youth has been active this year in the support and promotion of our three Masonic Youth organizations: DeMolay, Job's Daughters, and Rainbow. A new program was instituted this year to award one youth from each of the three youth organizations who has exemplified those principles professed by their respective organization in an outstanding manner. The recipients of these awards were chosen by our Grand Master Vern Schneider with the assistance of the Committee and the adult supervision of the Youth Groups. This year's recipients were:

DeMolay - Tim Hertel Job's Da~ghters - Barbara Jane Kidd Rainbow - Eva Mae Fizer All three of these youth are credits to their organizations, and the Masonic Fraternity should feel honored to be affiliated with such individuals. The Committee also developed a pamphlet for the use of Blue Lodge officers and members which discusses activities lodges can undertake to support our Masonic Youth, as well as describing the youth groups themselves. The pamphlet is being distributed at this Grand Lodge Session. The Committee would like to thank Brother Gene Cook and DeMolay State Master Councilor Mip Eaves for their assistance and contribution to our Committee. A special thanks also goes to Grand Master Vern Schneider for his invaluable aid and advice. The following is taken from the pamphlet discussed above: Freemasonry teaches good men to be better men. Every man who passes through the degrees of our Fraternity is taught a lesson in morality; every man who serves as an officer in a lodge is taught a lesson in leadership. If these lessons are considered to be valuable, then they should be passed on to those who, in a very real sense, need such lessons the most - our youth. Freemasons have a unique opportunity to do just that through our Masonic Youth organizations.

Brethren, the need is now. Lend a hand to RONALD M. COMPTON, DR. ALBERT L. HOWE, LIONEL J. GOEDE,

our Masonic Youth! O. WESLEY KONERING, JACK MIELKE, DANIEL F. COLE, Chairman.

REPORT OF THE GRAND LECTURER

R.W. Brother Stanton T. Brown moved that the Report of the Grand Lecturer as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees" be

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accepted and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded. By the vote of the Grand Lodge, the Report of the Grand Lecturer was ACCEPTED. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: Herewith is submitted my thirteenth 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 liS 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 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 continue to have a keen interest in the Achievement Award - not only for this reason but also because of other requirements which are necessary and encourages 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 condition of the ritualistic work state-wide is excellent and is due primarily to the efforts of the District Deputy Grand Lecturer. The reports submitted by these brethren indicate that we are holding our own in number of schools conducted this year with past years and it appears that we are maintaining our numbers in brethren instructed. There are but a few lodges who do not feel the need of having or attending a school held by one oftheir 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 schools, 20 sectionals (schools-meetings) were held again with your District Deputy Grand Lecturers; four each in the five sections of the state. The attendance at these meetings has remained approximately the same as last year with few exceptions, one being

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the school at Washington, MO on March 17. We had a total of 213 Master Masons representing 63 lodges. This was a new high and was an exceptional school. Other cities hosting our lecturers' schools were Cameron, Poplar Bluff, Sedalia, Springfield (Gate of the Temple and York Rite Temple), Monroe City, Breckenridge, Sikeston, Kansas City (Rising Sun Lodge), and Louisiana. To all of these Lodges or Temple Boards we do so much appreciate the use of these fine Temples. 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 throughout this Grand Jurisdiction. 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 their desire, ability, and interest in perfecting their work. The family of District Lecturers was broken again this year and two of our deputies were called "From Labor to Rest by Our Supreme Grand Master." RW. Brother Arnold D. Smith ofthe 16th Masonic District was called first and on April 21 Masonic services were conducted by RW. Brother RusseliJ. Rowe. Then onJune 25 Masonic services were conducted for R.W. Brother Norman S. Stites, of the 33rd-57th Masonic District Division B by the other district officers of the 33rd-57th District. On November 26, 1984, R.W. Brother Philip D. Trainer was laid to rest with Masonic rites. RW. Brother Trainer was one of the Past Lecturers who was honored at our last Grand Lodge session with the title of District Deputy Grand Lecturer Emeritus for 31 years of service as a District Lecturer. The loss of our brethren shall be deeply felt and is again a reminder of the uncertainty of life and that no brother has the promise that he will have the opportunity to complete his unfinished work tomorrow. It was my pleasure once again this year to have the opportunity to have a part in the 17 area meetings with our Grand Master, M.W. Brother Vern H. Schneider. The work that was conducted by the District Deputy Grand Lecturers, District Masters and Grand Lodge Officers at each meeting was well received and was much needed as we have cause to be reminded of the proper way to ballot. I wish to express my appreciation to M.W. Brother Vern H. Schneider and the other Grand Lodge Officers for their willingness to continue the annual conferral of a third degree in some location in this Grand Jurisdiction. The conferral was conducted in a most impressive manner by our Grand Lodge Officers each in his own station or place (the lecture was given by RW. Brother Frank A. Arnold, our Grand Secretary, and the charge by myself), dressed in formal attire which lends to the dignity of the work. The Masonic Temple in St. Joseph was the scene and we could not have asked for a finer host than the 9th Masonic District under the direction of the District Deputy Grand Master R.W. Brother Gordon E. Hopkins. The lodge hall was filled and I'm sure that the brethren in attendance were well pleased with their Grand Lodge Officers and the work that they performed. There have been many invitations extended to me for special occasions for which I would very much liked to have attended; however, my responsibility to teach the ritual is the first consideration and when a conflicting date occurs, it is necessary to decline those invitations. To ask the brethren who have arranged

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for a district meeting or a lodge of instruction to postpone the meeting would not be in keeping within Masonic courtesy. The occasion of being a part of the cornerstone laying and dedication of the new Lodge Hall at Poplar Bluff onJanuary 13, 1985, was a privilege I shall long remember. OnJune 29 our Grand Master was guest speaker at the occasion of Higbee Lodge's 100 year celebration and our District Deputy Grand Lecturer Emeritus Edwin B. Hawkins was given a 60 year plaque. On Sunday afternoon, August 18, the Grand Master was guest speaker on the occasion ofthe celebration of M.W. Brother Frank Briggs' 70 years as a Master Mason. I was very pleased to have been able to attend these two memorable occasions. To M.W. Brother Vern H. Schneider, I want to express a special thanks for the confidence he reposed in me and reappointing me as your Grand Lecturer. Brother Vern and his Nada Sue have a special place in mine and Johnnie's heart because of the love and concern they expressed to us this year whenever and wherever our paths met. The opportunity to have served under his leadership has been most rewarding and enlightening to me as he has related to the grassroots of our Fraternity. He has exhibited a unique ability to reach into the hearts of all of his brethren. In closing I want to thank the entire line of Grand Lodge Officers for the support and encouragement they have given me. The Grand Lodge body owes the Grand Lodge Officers a debt of gratitude as they give of their time and talents, each in his own unique way. Finally, my brethren, I want to thank you all for the way that you have accepted my correction whenever necessary. I truly hope none have been offended. I thank you all and particularly the Great Architect of Heaven and Earth for the opportunity to serve as your Grand Lecturer for the years 1984, 1985. God bless you all. Fraternally submitted, STANTON T. BROWN, Grand Lecturer. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON RITUAL

R.W. Brother Stanton T. Brown, Chairman, moved that the Report of the Committee on Ritual printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees" be accepted and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded; the Report of the Committee on Ritual was ACCEPTED. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: Your Committee on Ritual met in St. Joseph, MO on May 11, 1985. All members were present. Your Committee on Ritual wishes to submit the following brief report brief not because of inactivity but rather because most of the work of the Committee is necessarily of a secret and confidential nature, and cannot appear in print. At our meeting a number of points pertaining to the Ritual were considered and passed upon. The Committee determined in each instance what is and has been the work. As it has always done in the past, the Committee discouraged and will continue to discourage any changes in the Ritual unless compelling reason should dictate such action.

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The Committee realizes that its chief function is "to conserve and preserve the work" and it wiJ) be constantly on guard to see that nothing prevents it from discharging that obligation in full. The Committee wishes to express thanks to R.W. Brother Frank A. Arnold, our Grand Secretary, for his valuable assistance in handling the detailed work that goes through his office from the Ritual Committee, for it is through his efforts that the list of names of the brethren who have received certificates this past year in Subdivisions I, II, and III are listed as part of this report. Fraternally submitted, FREELON K. HADLEY, EUGENE E. "PAT" McFARLAND, RONNIE L. HOUSE, DALE C. MOTTER, DALE A. LUDWIG, STANTON T. BROWN, Chairman. SUBDIVISION I - ORIGINALS 5991 Lonnie Glen Wellman, Shekinah Lodge 5965 Kevin Dennis, Ashby, Wakanda Lodge No. 256 No. 52 5966 DeWayne Dee Stanfield, Marceline Lodge 5992 Vern Wayne Summa, Nodaway Lodge No. 470 No. 481 5967 John Lyndon Stowell, Christian Lodge 5993 George Barrios, Cleveland Lodge No. 651 No. 392 5994 John Dean Zion, Swope Park Lodge No. 5968 Joe Alan Harbison, Alpha Lodge No. 659 617 5969 John S. Parker, Palesune Lodge No. 241 5995 Michael Lee Apple, Bonhomme Lodge 5970 Ronald Roland Baublit, II, Wellington No. 45 Lodge No. 22 5996 Bernie T. Clifton, Freedom Lodge No. 5971 Lance Ray Howell, Independence Lodge 636 No. 76 5997 Charles M. Haas, United Lodge No.5 5972 Clyde Arthur Mullikin, Clay Lodge No. 5998 Robert George Hatten, Butler Lodge No. 254 207 5973 Tommy Marion Lewis, Clarksville Lodge 5999 Freeman Floyd Medlin, Palestine Lodge No. 17 No. 241 5974 Billy Jack Buzzard, Temple Lodge No. 6000 Wayne David Wimbish, Palestine Lodge No. 241 299 5975 Steven William Crotty, Grandview Lodge 6001 Philip Stanley Pane, Waynesville Lodge No. 618 No. 375 5976 Stephen Earl Vittetoe, Apha Lodge No. 6002 Donald H. Venable, Fidelity Lodge No. 659 339 5977 Gary Eugene McLallen, Christian Lodge 6003 Fred Earl Garretson, Angerona Lodge No. 392 No. 193 5978 Vernon A. Elliott, Central Crossing Lodge 6004 Richard Robert Walter, Alpha Lodge No. No. 674 659 6005 Robert E. Hardester, Freedom Lodge No. 5979 James Darrell Rhoads, Central Crossing 636 Lodge No. 674 6006 David Gene Cotter, Gate of the Temple 5980 Marion H. Rehm, Kirksville Lodge No. 105 Lodge No. 422 6007 Richard Eugene Henkel, Grandview 5981 Bruce Allan Ellis, Nodaway Lodge No. Lodge No. 618 470 6008 James Claude Neatherry, Jr., Criterion 5982 Lewis Hildred Roberson, Gate City Lodge Lodge No. 586 No. 522 6009 Ralph Gregory White, Marceline Lodge 5983 Merle L. Ivey, King Hill Lodge No. 376 No. 481 5984 Max Waymon Cowens, Woodside Lodge 6010 Claude Harrison Harris, Jr., Delphian No. 387 Lodge No. 137 5985 Terry Dean Irwin, Alpha Lodge No. 659 6011 Benjamin Douglas Lollar, Western Star 5986 John Quincy Adams, Centralia Lodge No. Lodge No. 15 59 6012 John Edgar Trower, Troy Lodge No. 34 5987 Barney Douglas, Robert Burns Lodge No. 6013 Martin L. Sentman, Troy Lodge No. 34 496 6014 Robert Edward Duda,Joachim Lodge No. 5988 Guy Junior Howard, Blue Springs Lodge 164 No. 337 5989 Albert W. "Bill" Harbison, Brotherhood 6015 Sherman Arnold Huddle, Blue Springs Lodge No. 269 Lodge No. 337 5990 William Clyde Woolsey, Equality Lodge 6016 Dwight Everett Edward, St. James Lodge No. 497 No. 230

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6017 Wayne D. Smith, Winigan Lodge No. 540 6018 Donald Keith Forrest, Occidental Lodge No. 163 6019 Bobbie Dean Hurd, Willard Lodge No. 620 6020 Mark Allen Clemons, Bismarck Lodge No.41 6021 Jack Benton Caster, Fellowship Lodge No. 345 6022 Doyle Ray Edwards, Rolla Lodge No. 213 6023 Edward Milton Delaney, Ferguson Lodge No. 542 6024 Billy Alto Dykes, Buckner Lodge No. 501 6025 Danny G. Haskell, Independence Lodge No. 76 6026 Paul Eugene Monda, Rolla Lodge No. 213 6027 Preston Ray Politte, Bismarck Lodge No. 41 6028 Harold L. Davis, Grand River Lodge No. 276 6029 Audley Vincent Spencer, Jr., Jefferson Lodge No. 43 6030 David Eugene Davis, Mt. Olive Lodge 1'\0. 439 6031 Richard Lee Nelms, Sr, Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422 6032 Anthony Wayne Borum, East Gate Lodge No. 630 6033 Charles R. Mouser, Tyro Lodge No. 12 6034 Fred S. Livingston, Henderson Lodge No. 477 6035 Charles Richard Huddleston, Mizpah Lodge No. 639 6036 Brett Hal Jones, Bismarck Lodge No. 41 6037 Harvey laVern Soules, Vincil Lodge No. 62 6038 Teddy (Larry) Gilbert, Hogles Creek Lodge No. 279 6039 Gerald L. Banark, Blue Springs Lodge 337

6040 Robert Wayne Mitchell, Mt. Washington Lodge No. 614 6041 Gregory Alan Ruble, United Lodge No.5 6042 Robert Dean Schenberg, Benjamin Franklin Lodge No. 642 6043 Robert Clinton Osborne, Independence Lodge No. 76 6044 Robert E. Gander, Wallace Lodge No. 456 6045 Michael Wesley Brooks, Fenton Lodge No. 281 6046 Ronald L. Moody, Laclede Lodge No. 83 6047 Leslie A. Matthews, Fellowship Lodge No. 345 6048 Michael Robert Lundeen, Grandview Lodge No. 618 6049 Donald Junior Kerner, Hiram Lodge 1'\0. 362 6050 Charles Edward Mcintosh, Ferguson Lodge No. 542 6051 Marion William Dey, Twilight Lodge 1'\0. 114 6052 Francis David Jett, Fenton Lodge No. 281 6053 George R. Wools, Overland Lodge No. 623 6054 Walter Lee Thomas, Grandview Lodge No. 618 6055 Douglas Lawrence Stickley, Nodaway Lodge No. 470 6056 Johnnie Ray Cook, Twilight Lodge No. 114 6057 Larry Lee Babcock, Bonhomme Lodge No. 45 6058 Randy Leroy Balentine, Rising Sun Lodge No. 13 6059 Jerry Franklin Moore, Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422 6060 George Henry Budde,Jr., Mizpah Lodge No. 639 6061 James Henry Whitman, Bolivar Lodge No. 195

SUBDIVISION I A2814 Richard D. Crouch, Branson Lodge No. 587 A2815 James Earl Jones, Jr., Mt. Olive Lodge No. 439 A2816 Robert William Kline, Grandview Lodge No. 618 A2817 John Mac Hedrick, Alpha Lodge No. 659 A2818 Harry Paul Roberts, Grandview Lodge No. 618 A2819 Virgil E. Bradley, Clinton Lodge No. 548 A2820 Felix Budzinski, Alpha Lodge No. 659 A2821 Larry Paul Malcolm, Blue Springs Lodge No. 337 A2822 Fred Lee Aichele, Swope Park Lodge No. 617 A2823 Wayne Francis Studley, Howard Lodge No.4 A2824 Archie J. McCoy, Clay Lodge No. 207 A2825 Thomas P. Baker, Branson Lodge No. 587 A2826 Lloyd McCoy Mathes, Bunker Lodge No. 675

FIRST RENEWALS A2827 DonaldJ. Crader, Wentzville Lodge No. 46 A2828 John Milton Baxter, Alpha Lodge No. 659 A2829 F. Wayne Dugan, Angerona Lodge !'lo. 193 A2830 Charles J. Hill, Tyro Lodge No. 12 A2831 Russell Joe Schell, Criterion Lodge No. 586 A2832 Dwayne Dee Edward, St. James Lodge No. 230 A2833 Gary Warren Barr, McDonald Lodge No. 324 A2834 Elton Dale Mathews, Angerona Lodge No. 193 A2835 S. Christopher Wilson, Ash Grove Lodge No. 100 A2836 Gene Wesley Friebe, Mount Zion Lodge No. 327 A2837 Richard Orville Ramsey, Friend Lodge No. 352 A2838 Thomas A. Kuhlmann, Hope Lodge No. 251

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A2844 Jimmy Donald McKenzie, Four Mile LodRe No. 212 A2845 Dallas Ray Reed, Wentzville Lodge No. 46 A2846 Rodger Glen Shuster, Brotherhood Lodge No. 269 A2847 Ralph L. Johnson, Webster Groves Lodge No. 84

SUBDIVISION I - SECOND RENEWALS B 1598 Cleo E. Tapscott, East Gate Lodge No. B1610 William Robert Evans, Richland Lodge 630 No. 385 B 1599 Keith David Howell, Independence B 1611 Lawrence Ray Albright, II, Neosho Lodge No. 76 Lodge No. 247 B1600 Kenneth Lamar Shaffer, Plato Lodge B1612 Dennis C. McGuire, Farmington Lodge No. 469 No. 132 BI601 John H. Cochran, Jr., Branson Lodge BI613 Jeffery D. Keeney, Van Buren Lodge No. 587 No. 509 B1602 Eugene Roe Schell, Windsor Lodge No. BI614 Ronald R. Pemberton, Richland Lodge 29 No. 385 B1603 Billy Joe Roberts, Texas Lodge No. 177 BI615 Arthur Lee Reece, Cass Lodge No. 147 B 1604 Charles Patrick Cassidy, Rising Sun B1616 Everett L. King,Jr., Cass Lodge No. 147 B 1617 Donald L. Deaver, Ancient Craft Lodge Lodge No. 13 B1605 Frederick Raymond Patten, Grandview No. 377 Lodge No. 618 B 1618 James Howard Hunter, Jr. Nodaway B1606 Quantrell C. "Tony" Robbins, Weston Lodge No. 470 Lodge No. 53 B1619 John Powell, Puxico Lodge No. 596 B 1607 Robert Marion Edmundson, Blue B1620 John E. Hurshman, Butler Lodge No. Springs Lodge No. 337 254 B 1608 Myron Rex Barnett, Nodaway Lodge B1621 Michael Wayne Hale, Savannah Lodge No. 470 No. 71 B 1609 Gary Max Hinderks, Lathrop Lodge No. B 1622 Virgil A. Hammack, Saline Lodge No. 506 226 SUBDIVISION I - THIRD RENEWALS C970 Robert Alexander, Branson Lodge No. C984 Harold Ennis Antrim, Blue Springs 587 Lodge No. 337 C971 Robert Anthony Wahlig, Fenton Lodge C985 Gordon E. Hopkins, Charity Lodge No. No. 281 331 C972 Paul A. Delozier, California Lodge No. C986 Donald L. Warfield, Joplin Lodge No. 183 335 C987 Ross Curtis Jackson, Hermitage Lodge C973 Curtis L. Huffines, Hornersville Lodge No. 215 No. 288 C974 WendellJ. Brunk, Grandview Lodge No. C988 PeterCavic,Jr., Lambskin Lodge No. 460 618 C989 Richard W. Goff, Good Hope Lodge No. C975 Paul Patton, Kennett Lodge No. 68 218 C990 John B. Sloan, Branson Lodge No. 587 C976 Ezra T. Lalik, Independence Lodge 1';0. C991 Guy L. Allee, Defiance Lodge No. 88 76 C992 Joe Wayne Cumins, Four Mile Lodge No. C977 Kenit W. Inman, Friend Lodge No. 352 212 C978 Roy R. Rowland, Branson Lodge No. 587 C993 Charles E. Harris, Fenton Lodge No. 281 C979 Theodore T. Brown, Freedom Lodge No. C994 James Glenn Wade, Twilight Lodge No. 636 114 C980 Clarence Wallace Stone, Jr., Bonhomme C995 Randall Jay Jones, Mt. Olive Lodge No. Lodge No. 45 439 C981 James R. Lindley, Cass Lodge No. 147 C996 Delbert Dailey, Moberly Lodge No. 344 C982 Billy Ray Abbott, Ferguson Lodge No. C997 Anthony A. Redfearn, Freedom Lodge 542 No. 636 C983 August M. Ott, Jr., Gate City Lodge No. C998 George Allen Morgan, Liberty Lodge No. 522 31 SUBDIVISION I D639 Roger Ralph Adams, Criterion Lodge No. 586

FOURTH RENEWALS D640 James Emerson Newton, Van Buren Lodge No. 509

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D641 Floyd Elmer Williams, Fellowship Lodge No. 345 D642 Quentin L. Love, Rising Sun Lodge No. 13 D643 William Dale Finke, Monett Lodge No. 129 D644 Alvin Merlin Armstrong, Wakanda Lodge No. 52 D645 Robert C. Jarrett, Brotherhood Lodge No. 269 D646 Royal E. Osgood, Brotherhood Lodge No. 269 0647 Kenneth E. Kennedy, Henderson Lodge No. 477 D648 David A. Watson, Neosho Lodge No. 247 D649 Curtis Junior Walker, Orient Lodge No. 546

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0650 John Dwight McDonald, Barnett Lodge No. 591 D651 Gerald Lewis Broyles, Versailles Lodge No. 320 D652 Robert Mason Runner, Salem Lodge No. 225 D653 Denver Wesley Newton, Van Buren Lodge No. 509 D654 Conley Eugene DePriest, Pauldingville Lodge No. 11 0655 Billy Joe Cox, Friendship Lodge No. 89 D656 Arthur Thomas Thornton, Fraternal Lodge No. 363 0657 Robert Earl Hammond, Webb City Lodge No. 512 D658 Lloyd Elton Michaelson, Morley Lodge No. 184

SUBDIVISION I - FIFTH RENEWALS E458 Carol A. Rice, Adelphi Lodge No. 355 E451 Jessie Carl Thompson, Forest Park Lodge No. 578 E459 Wilbern Cleo Sanders, Salem Lodge No. E452 Joseph G. Wehner, Grandview Lodge No. 225 618 E460 Leonard T. Ferrell, Caruthersville Lodge E453 Ernest L. Weir, Grandview Lodge No. No. 461 618 E461 Leo Harold Pitts, Hermitage Lodge No. E454 Charles H. Daume,Jr., Mystic Tie Lodge 288 No. 221 E462 Jarrold K. Clemons, Bismarck Lodge No. E455 John Haril Davidson, Compass Lodge 41 No. 120 E463 Clifford L. Feltinberger, Mt. Washington E456 Harold Glen Eagan, Friend Lodge No. Lodge No. 614 352 E464 Howard L. Adkins, Country Club Lodge E457 Harold Norman Napier, Willard Lodge No. 656 No. 620 E465 Paul Henson, Puxico Lodge No. 596 SUBDIVISION I F304 Otto J. Gumm, Alpha Lodge No. 659 F305 Marvin Gene Shull, Rising Sun Lodge No. 13 F306 Thurlow Earl Herrick, Northwest Lodge No. 358 F307 Don Vernon Gunset, St.James Lodge No. 230 F308 Woodrow W. Akins, New Madrid Lodge No. 429 F309 Darrell R. Shortt, Sparta Lodge No. 296 F310 Hugh Monroe Peterson, Sullivan Lodge No. 69 F311 Frank Patrick Lesinski, Sr., Euclid Lodge No. 505 F312 James Sydney West, Gate of the Temple Lod~e No. 422

SIXTH RENEWALS F313 Charles Keith Wilkinson, Sr., Mt. Washington Lodge No. 614 F314 Rufus Clyde Eichler, Braymer Lodge No. 135 1'315 R. Woodrow Caldwell, Hope Lodge No. 251 F316 James Daniel Fink, Lambskin Lodge No. 460 F317 Virgil B. Saville, Jefferson Lodge No. 43 F318 Dale E. Heath, Ancient Craft Lodge No. 377 F319 John L. Schafer, Salem Lodge No. 225 F320 Bernard Karleen Swingle, Bolivar Lodge No. 195

SUBDIVISION I - SEVENTH RENEWALS G214 William Roosevelt Douglas, Jr., Wayne G208 Samuel Allen Crookshanks, Rising Sun Lodge No. 526 Lodge No. 13 G215 James Sylvester Cunningham, Twilight G209 Russell M. Arthur, St. Francois Lodge No. 234 Lodge No. 114 G210 James E. Brown, Fellowship Lodge No. G216 Frederick Preston Womack, St. Francois 345 Lodge No. 234 G211 Theodore T. Martin, Hayti Lodge No. G217 T. Lynn Dawson, Barnesville Lodge No. 571 353 G218 George Dale Sheppard, Alpha Lodge No. G212 Rex Martin Williams, Henderson Lodge 659 No. 477 G213 Samuel N. Morris, Somerset Lodge No. G219 Nathaniel Herschal Monday, Horners206 ville Lodge No. 215

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SUBDIVISION I - EIGHTH RENEWALS H138 Ogden L. Romine, Winigan Lodge No. H134 Charles M. Bates, Grandview Lodge No. 618 540 H139 Erwin Henry Witthaus, Mokane Lodge H135 Merl M. Harryman, Alpha Lodge No. 659 No. 612 H136 John Wilbur Larkins, Webster Groves H140 Sherman E. Adkison, Richland Lodge Lodge No. 84 No. 385 H137 Ronnie L. House, Mansfield Lodge No. 543 SUBDIVISION I - NINTH RENEWALS 192 Benjamin Edward Lollar, Western Star 189 Charles Everett Foster, Jr., Charity Lodge No. 331 Lodge No. 15 193 Walter Lee Shelton, Friend Lodge No. 352 190 Harold Raymer Watson, Alpha Lodge No. 659 194 Ralph Otto Kolb, Anchor Lodge No. 443 191 Harold E. Thornton, Grandview Lodge 195 Ray V. Carpenter, Friendship Lodge No. N~618 89 196 Vernon K. Abel, Joachim Lodge No. 164 SUBDIVISION I - TENTH RENEWALS J40 Stanton Thayer Brown, Buckner Lodge J45 Arthur Richard Cullor, Unionville Lodge No. 501 No. 210 J41 Joe John Shipman, Kennett Lodge No. 68 J46 John S. Stil1well, Putnam Lodge No. 190 J42 Farron Atkins, Laclede Lodge No. 83 J47 Chester R. Carpenter, Wayne Lodge No. J43 James Woodrow Dougan, Rosendale Lodge 526 No. 404 J48 Leonard Kavanaugh Horne, Wayne Lodge J44 Nathan William Glazer, Benjamin Franklin No. 526 Lodge No. 642 SUBDIVISION I - ELEVENTH RENEWALS K21 Opie Doel Hatfield, RisingSun Lodge No. K22 Russel1 Vandelicht, Hope Lodge No. 251 13 K23 Melvin B. Goe, Sr., Centralia Lodge No. 59 SUBDIVISION I - TWELFTH RENEWALS Lil Philip D. Trainer, Clinton Lodge No. 548 SUBDIVISION I - FOURTEENTH RENEWALS N I Freelon K. Hadley, St. Joseph Lodge No. 78 SUBDIVISION II - PART ONE - ORIGINALS 494 Richard Ray Ferrell, Joachim Lodge No. 503 Gerard J. Giammanco, Clifton Heights 164 . Lodge No. 520 495 Gary Eugene McLallen, Sr., Christian 504 Kenneth Eugene Gaston, Overland Lodge No. 623 Lodge No. 392 505 Lonnie G. Wel1man, Shekinah Lodge No. 496 George H. Budde, Jr., Mizpah Lodge No. 639 256 497 Donald G. Ferrel1,Joachim Lodge No. 164 506 Gregory Allen Setser, Fel10wship Lodge 498 William G. Woods, Owensvil1e Lodge No. No. 345 624 507 S. Christopher Wilson, Ash Grove Lodge No. 100 499 Tommy Marion Lewis, Clarksville Lodge No. 17 508 Roger Glenn Huffmaster, Ferguson Lodge No. 542 500 Sherman Arnold Huddle, Blue Springs 509 Carl Herman Terry, East Gate Lodge No. Lodge No. 337 630 501 Paul Patton, Kennett Lodge No. 68 502 Leon A. Riccardi, George Washington 510 Melvin Loran Hall, Pol1ock Lodge No. 349 Lodge No.9 511 Albert L. Yocom, Marceline Lodge No. 481 SUBDIVISION II - PART ONE - FIRST RENEWALS A333 Frank L. Lannaman, Lanes Prairie Lodge A331 Stanton Henry Gilliland, Blue Springs No. 531 Lodge No. 337 A334 Arnold Duval1 Smith, Eolia Lodge No. 14 A332 Elwood Eugene Crandall, Independence Lodge No. 76

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A335 Dennis C. McGuire, Farmington Lodge No. 132 A336 William John Mundy, Clifton Heights Lodge No. 520

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A337 James Glenn Wade, Twilight Lodge No. 114

SUBDIVISION II - PART ONE - SECOND RENEWALS B215 Howard Lee Dobbs, Neosho Lodge No. B223 James Ellis Spencer, Grandview Lodge 247 No. 618 B216 Ralph Claude Primo, Saline Lodge No. B224 Ezra T. Lalik, Independence Lodge No. 226 76 B217 William Donald Harvey, Gardenville B225 Arthur Richard Cullor, Unionville Lodge Lodge No. 655 No. 210 B226 Clarence Wallace Stone, Jr., Bonhomme B218 Quantrell C. "Tony" Robbins, Weston Lodge No. 53 Lodge No. 45 B219 Walter S. Specie, Palestine Lodge No. 241 B227 Anthony A. Redfearn, Freedom Lodge B220 Robert Marion Edmundson, Blue No. 636 Springs Lodge No. 337 B228 Richard Goff, Clifton Heights Lodge No. B221 Joe Willhite, Joplin Lodge No. 335 520 B222 Randall Jay Jones, Mt. Olive Lodge No. 439 SUBDIVISION II - PART ONE C159 Robert C. Jarrett, Brotherhood Lodge CI62 No. 269 C160 Charles H. Daume,Jr., Mystic Tie Lodge C163 No. 221 C 161 Wendell G. Pennington, Rising Sun CI64 Lodge No. 13

THIRD RENEWALS Donald Edwin Hayes, O'Sullivan Lodge No.7 Robert Earl Hammond, Webb City Lodge No. 512 Robert Edward Lee Shelton, Linn Creek Lodge No. 152

SUBDIVISION 11- PART ONE - FOURTH RENEWALS DI19 Royal E. Osgood, Brotherhood Lodge DI23 James Robert Floyd, Blue Springs Lodge No. 269 No. 337 D120 James E. Brown, Fellowship Lodge No. D124 Gayle Don Bedell, Fellowship Lodge No. 345 345 D121 Floyd Elmer Williams, Fellowship Lodge D125 James E. Newton, Van Buren Lodge No. 509 No. 345 D 122 Roger Ralph Adams, Criterion Lodge No. 586 SUBDIVISION 11- PART ONE - FIFTH RENEWALS E92 Don Vernon Gunset, St. James Lodge No. E94 Elliot S. Cohen, Benjamin Franklin Lodge N~642 230 E93 Harold Norman Napier, Willard Lodge E95 Frederick P. Womack, St. Francois Lodge No. 620 No. 234 SUBDIVISION 11- PART ONE - SIXTH RENEWALS F58 Russell M. Arthur, St. Francois Lodge No. F60 Frank Patrick Lesinski, Sr., Euclid Lodge 234 No. 505 F59 Marvin Gene Shull, Rising Sun Lodge No. F61 Dale A. Ludwig, Algabil Lodge No. 544 13 SUBDIVISION 11- PART ONE - SEVENTH RENEWALS G33 Arthur Stanley Wehmeyer, Paul Revere G32 T. Lynn Dawson, Barnesville Lodge No. 353 Lodge No. 330 SUBDIVISION II - PART ONE - NINTH RENEWALS III Morris S. Sheeks, Progress Lodge No. 657 110 Dale C. Motter, Adair Lodge No. 366

SUBDIVISION 11- PART ONE James Woodrow Dougan, Rosendale Lodge No. 404

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SUBDIVISION II - PART TWO - ORIGINALS 451 Carl Herman Terry, East Gate Lodge No. 455 Tommy M. Lewis, Clarksville Lodge No. 17 630 456 S. Christopher Wilson, Ash Grove Lodge 452 John Eugene Fielder, Odom Lodge No. No. 100 671 457 Launie Glen Wellman, Shekinah Lodge 453 William Roy Feltner, Berkeley Lodge No. No. 256 667 458 Claude Herman Malone, Woodside Lodge 454 Stanton Henry Gilliland, Blue Springs No. 387 Lodge No. 337 SUBDIVISION II - PART TWO - FIRST RENEWALS A306 Dwayne Dee Edwards, St. James Lodge A304 Douglas Raymond Porter, Liberty Lodge No. 31 No. 230 A305 Arnold D. Smith, Eolia Lodge No. 14 A307 Jerry Wayne Steinwinder, Albert Pike Lodge No. 219 SUBDIVISION II - PART TWO - SECOND RENEWALS B212 James Robert Floyd, Blue Springs Lodge B206 Billy Joe Roberts, Texas Lodge No. 177 B207 Robert C. Jarrett, Brotherhood Lodge No. 337 No. 269 B213 Donald E. Hayes, O'Sullivan Lodge No.7 B208 William L. Conley, Plato Lodge No. 469 B214 James Glenn Wade, Twilight Lodge No. B209 Frederick Allen Troxel,Jr., Blue Springs 114 Lodge No. 337 B215 Duane Eiserman, Branson Lodge No. 587 B210 Robert Marion Edmundson, Blue B216 John B. Sloan, Branson Lodge No. 587 Springs Lodge No. 337 B217 William D. Harvey, Gardenville Lodge B211 Dennis C. McGuire, Farmington Lodge No. 655 No. 132 SUBDIVISION II - PART TWO - THIRD RENEWALS CI53 Robert E. Hammond, Webb City Lodge C155 Rudolph Edward Ceries, No. 512 Lodge No. 669 CI54 Robert D. Weikal, Sedalia Lodge No. 236

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SUBDIVISION II - PART TWO - FOURTH RENEWALS DI03 Eugene E. "Pat" McFarland, Hermon DI08 John C. Allen, Pleasant Grove Lodge No. Lodge No. 187 142 DI04 Jimmie Lee Moreland, Neosho Lodge DI09 Arvid E. Critchfield, Northeast Lodge No. 247 No. 643 DI05 Clarence Lee Alumbaugh, Buckner DIIO Roger Ralph Adams, Criterion Lodge Lodge No. 501 No. 586 DI06 Royal E. Osgood, Brotherhood Lodge DIll Dale A. Ludwig, Algabil Lodge No. 544 DIl2 James E. Newton, Van Buren Lodge No. No. 269 DI07 Don Vernon Gunset, St.JamesLodge No. 509 DI13 Roger Lay Pritchett, Lathrop Lodge No. 230 506 SUBDIVISION II - PART TWO - FIFTH RENEWALS E86 Harold Norman Napier, Willard Lodge E87 Frederick Preston Womack, St. Francois Lodge No. 234 No. 620 SUBDIVISION II - PART TWO - SIXTH RENEWALS F55 Russell M. Arthur, St. Francois Lodge No. F58 T. Lynn Dawson, Barnesville Lodge No. 234 353 F56 Emmett Broombaugh, Jr., Brentwood F59 Marvin Gene Shull, Rising Sun Lodge No. Lodge No. 616 13 F57 Frank Patrick Lesinski, Sr., Euclid Lodge No. 505

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SUBDIVISION 11- PART TWO - SEVENTH RENEWALS G35 Arnold John Millner, Ferguson Lodge No. G34 Chesley Emerson McAfee, Angerona Lodge No. 193 542 SUBDIVISION 11- PART TWO - NINTH RENEWALS III Dale C. Motter, Adair Lodge No. 366 110 James Woodrow Dougan, Rosendale Lodge No. 404 SUBDIVISION II - PART TWO K3 RussellJ. Rowe, Perseverance Lodge No. 92 SUBDIVISION II - PART 453 Donnie Gene Holtgrewe, Circle Lodge No. 342 454 Thomas B. Siebert, Arnold Lodge No. 673 455 Charles S. North, Pauldingville Lodge No. 11 456 Keith David Howell, Independence Lodge No. 76 457 Donald G. Ferrell,Joachim Lodge No. 164 458 Albert Lee Bohlen, East Gate Lodge No. 630 SUBDIVISION II -

THREE - ORIGINALS 459 Robert Eugene Hardester, Freedom Lodge No. 636 460 Melvin Aubrey Ash, Mt. Moriah Lodge No. 40 461 S. Christopher Wilson, Ash Grove Lodge No. 100 462 Thomas Howard Famuliner, Cass Lodge No. 147

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A298 Gary Kit Garoutte, Sedalia Lodge No. 236 A299 Elwood Eugene Crandall, Independence Lodge No. 76 A300 Jerry Wayne Steinwinder, Albert Pike Lodge No. 219 A301 Frank L. Lennaman, Lanes Prairie Lodge No. 531 A302 Charles W. Leach, Arnold Lodge No. 673

SUBDIVISION II -

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PART THREE -

B208 Ralph Claude Primo, Saline Lodge No. 226 B209 Robert C. Jarrett, Brotherhood Lodge No. 269 B210 William Donald Harvey, Gardenville Lodge No. 655 B21l Ezra Franklin Williams, Wentzville Lodge No. 46

FIRST RENEWALS

A303 Timothy Keith Blum, Shekinah Lodge No. 256 A304 Arnold Duvall Smith, Eolia Lodge No. 14 A305 Cleo E. Tapscott, East Gate Lodge No. 630 A306 Dennis C. McGuire, Farmington Lodge No. 132 A307 Stanton Henry Gilliland, Blue Springs Lodge No. 337 SECOND RENEWALS

B212 Robert Marion Edmundson, Blue Springs Lodge No. 337 B213 Donald Edwin Hayes, O'Sullivan Lodge No.7 B2l4 George L. Hickman, Raytown Lodge No. 391 B2l5 James Glenn Wade, Twilight Lodge No. 114

SUBDIVISION II - PART THREE - THIRD RENEWALS C158 Benjamin Edward Lollar, Western Star C162 Richard William Goff, Clifton Heights Lodge No. 15 Lodge No. 520 C159 William E. Goggin, Ferguson Lodge No. C163 James Robert Floyd, Blue Springs Lodge 542 No. 337 C160 Charles H. Daume,Jr., Mystic Tie Lodge Cl64 Billy Ray Abbott, Ferguson Lodge No. No. 221 542 C161 Robert Earl Hammond, Webb City Lodge No. 512 SUBDIVISION II -

PART THREE -

DI13 Charles Marvin Benedict, Wellston Lodge No. 613 D114 Royal E. Osgood, Brotherhood Lodge No. 269 DIIS Jo Maurice Fisher, Raytown Lodge No. 391

FOURTH RENEWALS

D116 Floyd Elmer Williams, Fellowship Lodge No. 345 Dl17 James E. Newton, Van Buren Lodge No. 509

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SUBDIVISION II - PART THREE - FIFTH RENEWALS E88 Harold Norman Napier, Willard Lodge E90 Frederick Preston Womack, St. Francois Lodge No. 234 No. 620 E89 Clarence Lee Alumbaugh, Buckner Lodge No. 501 SUBDIVISION II -

PART THREE -

F55 Russell M. Arthur, St. Francois Lodge No. 234 F56 George H. Strother, Vandalia Lodge No. 491

SIXTH RENEWALS

F57 Dominik Seeler, Meridian Lodge No.2 F58 Frank Patrick Lesinski, Sr., Euclid Lodge No. 505

SUBDIVISION II - PART THREE - SEVENTH RENEWALS G32 Chesley Emerson McAfee, Angerona G33 T. Lynn Dawson, Barnesville Lodge No. LodKe No. 193 353 SUBDIVISION II - PART THREE H 19 Opie Doel Hatfield, Rising Sun Lodge No. 13 SUBDIVISION II - PART THREE K3 RussellJ. Rowe, Perseverance Lodge No. 92

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ELEVENTH RENEWALS

SUBDIVISION III 328 Forest Wayne Dugan, Angerona Lodge No. 193 329 Emmett Broombaugh, Brentwood Lodge No. 616 330 Billy Eugene Mize, St. Mark's Lodge No. 93 331 Willia Darrel Segraves, St. Mark's Lodge No. 93 332 Walter H. Suter, Central Crossing Lodge No. 674 333 Elwood Eugene Crandall, Independence Lodge No. 76 334 Gary Eugene McLallen, Christian Lodge No. 392 335 William Dan Welborn, Clinton Lodge No. 548 336 Kevin Dennis Ashby, Wakanda Lodge No. 52 337 Eugene Gilbert Kragnes, Delphian Lodge No. 137 338 Richard L. Brown, Unionville Lodge No. 210 339 S. Christopher Wilson, Ash Grove Lodge No. 100

- ORIGINALS 340 Dennis C. McGuire, Farmington Lodge No. 132 341 Kenneth William Williams, Pendleton Lodge No. 551 342 John Mac Hedrick, Alpha Lodge No. 659 343 Richard L. Alexander, Jewel Lodge No. 480 344 John H. Santsehi, Shekinah Lodge No. 256 345 Franklin D. Whiting, Galena Lodge No. 515 346 Forrest Glenn Lane, Centralia Lodge No. 59 347 Raymond Edward Lee, Acacia Lodge No. 602 348 Randy EugeneJennings, Bernie Lodge No. 573 349 George Otto Scobee, Galena Lodge No. 515 350 Gilbert G. Lucus, Sr., DeSoto Lodge No. 119 351 Gerard J. Giammanco, Clifton Heights Lodge No. 520 352 Sherman Arnold Huddle, Blue Springs Lodge No. 337

SUBDIVISION III A139 Cleo E. Tapscott, East Gate Lodge No. 630 A140 Jacob Cletus Baird, Mountain Grove Lodge No. 158 A141 Billy Ray Abbott, Ferguson Lodge No. 542 A142 Ezra T. Lalik, Independence Lodge No. 76 A143 James Roy Clarke, Compass Lodge No. 120 A 144 Richard A. Holmes, Bonhomme Lodge No. 45

FIRST RENEWALS A145 William G. Barnett, Ancient Craft Lodge No. 356 A146 Robert Alexander, Branson Lodge No. 587 A147 Kenneth Kamper Sowers, St. Francisville Lodge No. 588 A148 James Glenn Wade, Twilight Lodge No. 114 A149 Frank L. Lennaman, Lanes Prairie Lodge No. 531

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SUBDIVISION III - SECOND RENEWALS Stanton T. Brown, Buckner Lodge No. 501 B6 Dale A. Ludwig, Algabil Lodge No. 544 B7 Eugene E. "Pat" Mchrland, Hermon Lodge Freelon K. Hadley, St.Joseph Lodge No. 78 Ronnie L. House, Mansfield Lodge No. 543 No. 187 B8 Clarence Lee Alumbaugh, Buckner Lodge Charles Edward Scheurich, Acacia Lodge No. 602 No. 501 B5 Joseph Edward Blinn, Webster Lodge No. B9 Stanton T. Brown, II, Buckner Lodge No. 98 501

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SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON RITUAL

R.W. Brother Stanton T. Brown, Chairman, presented the Supplemental Report of the Committee on Ritual. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: At the request of the Grand Master, the Committee on Ritual met with the Grand Lodge Officers on September 14. 1985 at the Howard johnson's Motel in Independence, Missouri. All members were present except for our Grand Lecturer Emeritus, Right Worshipful Brother Freelon K. Hadley who was unable to attend because of ill health. The reason for the meeting was to reach a consensus with regard to allowing a subordinate Lodge at a stated communication to open only on the degree in which they have work. An agreement was reached and I hereby recommend: That permission shall be given to the Worshipful Master (at his election) to open a stated communication on the third degree of Freemasonry when there is no work on the first and second degrees provided that the then duly elected Junior Warden of such Lodge holds a current Subdivision 111 proficiency card. The rationale for the change is twofold: First: To permit a lodge the opportunity to have a short meeting in order to allow additional time for programs such as a guest speaker or some form of Masonic education. Second: By requiring the Junior Warden to hold a Subdivision III card the proficiency of the lodge officers in their opening and closing ceremonies would be improved. Over a span of three years, that Subdivision III card would then be in all three top Lodge Officers. We feel that that would be an additional guarantee that our Lodges would not lose their proficiency.

Fraternally submitted, Chairman, DALE A. LUDWIG,

STANTON T. BROWN, FREELON K. HADLEY, RONNIE L. HOUSE,

EUGENE E. "PAT" McFARLAND, DALE C. MOTTER.

R.W. Brother Brown moved that the Supplemental Report of the Committee on Ritual be accepted, approved, and adopted. The motion was seconded. The Grand Master said that the floor was open for questions on the interpretation of and discussion on the matters presented in the Supplemental Report of the Committee on Ritual. There being no discussion, by the vote of the Grand Lodge the Supplemental Report of the Committee on Ritual was DEFEATED. REMARKS OF R.W. GRAND MARSHAL MITCHELL R. MILLER OF ALASKA MOTION FOR RECONSIDERATION OF SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON RITUAL

M.W. Brother J. Edward Blinn, on behalf of himself and of several others, moved that the Supplemental Report of the Committee on Ritual be recon-

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sidered. The motion was seconded. To be fair in permitting the expression of the Grand Lodge, the Grand Master called for discussion on the proposition to reconsider the issue of such importance. There being no discussion presented on the motion to reconsider the Supplemental Report of the Committee on Ritual, the Grand Master called for the vote. The result of the voice vote on the proposition to reconsider not being conclusive and decisive, the Grand Master called for a standing vote by count. The motion to reconsider was passed by the vote of the delegates of 396 in favor to 362 in opposition. M.W. GRAND MASTER SCHNEIDER: The vote in favor of the motion to reconsider does not meet the fundamental issue. We have before us at this time the original motion which was made by our R.W. Grand Lecturer with respect to the proposition contained in the Supplemental Report of the Committee on Ritual. I would ask that RW. Brother Brown come to the Grand East. So that there will be an understanding by everybody as to precisely what we are voting upon, I am going to request the Chairman of the Ritual Committee to read once again the recommendation ofthat committee. Thereafter, I shall entertain any questions or comments which brethren might desire to make, subject to this rule. It is now four minutes to 11 :00. I believe that all of us here are familiar with the fundamental issue involved in this matter. I respect the thinking of all of our brethren. I believe that in the interest of sufficient consideration of this matter it will be essential to keep our focus upon the basic issue. Therefore, when I open the floor to discussion, I am going to direct that no comment either for or against shall exceed two minutes. When I open the floor to discussion, I am going to suggest that we alternate, so that if a brother is in favor I shall look over to the next speaker who is against, if there is another one who happens to be against. My Brethren, with this understanding of the ground rules, I hope that we would proceed with the disposition of this matter in a reasoned manner and to the satisfaction of this entire Grand Lodge. Brother Brown, will you now please read the recommendation of the Ritual Committee? R.W. BROTHER BROWN read: "I recommend that permission shall be given to the Worshipful Master (at his election) to open a Stated Communication on the Third Degree of Freemasonry when there is no work on the First and Second Degrees, provided that the then duly elected Junior Warden of such Lodge holds a current Subdivision III proficiency card." M.W. GRAND MASTER SCHNEIDER: The motion is before us. Now, if there is any discussion and if people desire to make any comments, I am going to ask that they proceed to the Grand East so that this information can be clearly heard and so that the equipment of the Grand Secretary will pick up all comments. At this time the chair will recognize RW. Brother Charles E. Scheurich, Deputy Grand Master and Grand Master-Elect. RW. BROTHER SCHEURICH: Brethren, it was the recommendation of the Junior Past Grand Master that this provision be explored. At the American Conference of Grand Masters, I consulted with various jurisdictions that are practicing this procedure. The present Grand Master had appointed me chairman of a committee to report on this provision of the Junior Past Grand Master's recommendation. Brethren, the states of Colorado, Tennessee, Indiana, Illinois, Alabama have just one provision - that the inspectors approve the proficiency of the lodge officers. Our inspectors here are the District Deputy Grand Masters. There is no better proof of a lodge's ability for the

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ritual than a certificate in Subdivision III. Thank you. The Grand Master recognized the Chairman of the Ritual Committee for the clarification of a matter. RW. BROTHER STANTON T. BROWN: There has been some concern that there are those here who feel like by this statement that a lodge would have to have a Junior Warden who has to have a Subdivision III card - that it would be mandatory that they have a Subdivision III to keep the Charter. I think that is what some of them have felt. It is only if he has a Subdivision III card that a lodge is permitted at its election - they don't have to do it; they may open on the First, Second, and Third Degrees; the Master may not want to open on the Third Degree at all for that reason; he may open on the First, Second, and Third - it is at his election, if the Junior Warden has a Sub. III. It is not required by this motion that each lodge have a Junior Warden who has a Subdivision III card. RW. BROTHER LEO H. PITTS, Past Master of Hermitage Lodge No. 288: I hate to go in opposition; but I feel very strongly that we are making a mistake in adopting such a measure. In our district I am the only person who has a Subdivision III card. I am practically the only person who could qualify for the Subdivision III card. In our district we have small lodges which open regularly on the three degrees. But we have lodges there that have a candidate only once in three or four years. We are going to lose our ability to open on those degrees if this amendment is adopted and put into effect. I am afraid, Brethren, that the ritual will start to erode if it comes about that we will open on just the Third Degree whether we meet the requirement or not. I think I have said all that I had in mind. Thank you. M.W. GRAND MASTER SCHNEIDER: Solely for a point of clarification - a point of information - I would point out that if the brother is the only Subdivision III card carrier in the district, then, unless he is the Installed Junior Warden, neither his lodge nor any other in the district could possibly open on the Third Degree in this manner. And thus there would be no problem. I just want to be sure that you understood that this is an optional situation, as the Grand Lecturer has read this. And it would only be possible on an optional basis in the lodge where at least the Junior Warden holds a Subdivision III card. This is for information. It is essential that we clearly understand what the Grand Lecturer has read. BROTHER EARL F. BOWMAN, Past Master of Gate City Lodge No. 522 at Kansas City: Where does this permission for the Worshipful Master to open on this one degree come from? Who gives him permission? M.W. GRAND MASTER SCHNEIDER: He will have the permission by reason of the authorization granted by this Grand Lodge if the proposition is approved today. He will have the option, if there is a Junior Warden holding a Subdivision III card, to open the lodge on the Third Degree if this proposition is approved by the vote of the Grand Lodge today. Does that answer your question? BROTHER BOWMAN: Yes. Thank you, Sir. The Grand Master asked if any brother desired to present further discussion. There being no one to present any further discussion, a brother in the Grand Lodge called for the question. M.W. GRAND MASTER SCHNEIDER: The question has been called for. It is not debatable. We shall now proceed.

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A BROTHER inquired: Does that Junior Warden have to be present at the meeting that is opened on the Third? R.W. BROTHER STANTON T. BROWN answered: No. He would not have to be present at all meetings that the lodge held. If he had a current Subdivision III card, it would qualify his lodge. if the Master of the lodge wanted to open on the Third Degree only. M.W. GRAND MASTER SCHNEIDER: Brethren, to maximize the ability to determine the result of your wishes as quickly as possible, I am going to ask that all those who are in favor of this proposition for an optional right for the Master in this limited situation to open the lodge on the Third Degree to stand. I want you brethren who are standing along the sidelines and those who are standing in the doorways up there on the second bakony to please sit down if you do not want to be in favor of it. If you are in favor of it, please remain standing. At this point, Brethren, those in favor will please rise and please remain standing and do not move until I declare that the count has been completed. Now let's please quit moving up there, Brethren. I see a lot of moving; it's hard to get the count and know what you are doing. Brethren, the count has been completed. You may be seated. Votes in favor - 389. Now, you brethren who are opposed to the proposition, please rise and remain standing so that we can get an accurate count. And especially you brothers on the sidelines, if you are voting against the proposition, come out on the floor so that we can see you. While the vote was being taken, M.W. GRAND MASTER SCHNEIDER remarked: Brethren, while we are waiting for the count, I want to thank you for your kindliness throughout this Session. I want to thank you for staying in such great numbers on this second day of our Communication. Each proposition that comes before us is very, very important. And we covet the input and the contributions of all our helpful members of the Grand Lodge. M.W. Grand Master Schneider announced the vote of those opposed - 432. M.W. GRAND MASTER SCHNEIDER: The will of this Grand Lodge has been expressed; and in my judgement it has been expressed fairly. Thank you, Brethren, for your cooperation. M.W. GRAND MASTER SCHNEIDER: Brethren, at this point while RW. Brown is here, I am going to ask him to proceed to express a personal request which I believe all of you will be thoroughly in favor of. RW. BROTHER BROWN: M.W. Grand Master, I move that this Grand Lodge in Session go on,record and send an expression of appreciation to our Grand Lecturer Emeritus, Right Worshipful Brother Freelon K. Hadley. The motion was seconded. The Grand Master announced that the motion was carried by the unanimous vote of the Grand Lodge. INTRODUCTION OF THE TWO NEWLY ELECTED MEMBERS OF THE MASONIC HOME BOARD OF DIRECTORS

M.W. Grand Master Schneider introduced Wor. Brother J. Thomas Crunk of Kennett and Wor. Brother Thomas M. Hodges of Mexico, who were elected to four-year terms as Members of the Masonic Home Board at the Monday Morning Session of this Annual Communication. The Grand Lodge greeted the two brothers with applause.

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REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON JURISPRUDENCE

RW. Brother Warren R. Maichel, 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: DISPENSATIO[';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. CONSENTS, PERMISSIONS A:-.ID HEALING ORDERS

We have examined the consents, permissions and healing orders pertaining to the activities and operations of the 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 Committee's report. The motion was seconded. By the vote of the Grand Lodge, the portion of the Report of the Committee on Jurisprudence was ADOPTED. DECISIONS

1. An Entered Apprentice who received his first degree in Iberia Lodge No. 410 in 1977 and had failed to advance applied for Waiver ofJurisdiction and for valid evidence of Masonic standing for the purpose of affiliating with another Lodge. The application was approved by Iberia Lodge and both a Waiver of Jurisdiction and a Certificate of Good Standing were issued. Thereafter, a petition for affiliation, duly executed by the brother, together with the Certificate of Good Standing, was filed in Mount Moriah Lodge No. 40. The petition was officially received and an Investigating Committee was appointed. The Investigating Committee requested the petitioner to appear before the Committee but the petitioner declined to do so and informed the Senior Warden of the Lodge that he did not wish to join Mount Moriah Lodge. The Grand Master ruled that the petition for affiliation which had been submitted to Mount Moriah Lodge could not be withdrawn; that although it is desirable for a Committee of Investigation to conduct a personal interview with the petitioner such a meeting is not a condition precedent to the issuance of the mandatory written report which must be submitted by the Committee of Investigation pursuant to Section 13.090 before a ballot is taken, therefore, that if the petitioner declined to appear before the Committee at its invitation it should nevertheless proceed to perform its duties which are required under the provisions of said By-Law, that in the event of rejection of the petition for affiliation by Mount Moriah Lodge the Entered Apprentice would continue to be a member of Iberia Lodge; and that if Mount Moriah Lodge rejected the petition for affiliation the Secretary of that Lodge should promptly notify the Secretary of Iberia Lodge and a copy of that communication should be sent to the Grand Secretary.

The Committee approves this decision. 2. A question was raised by a District Deputy Grand Master as to the right of a local Lodge to publish a newsletter which would be financed by sale of advertising to members of that Lodge doing business in the area, with names of the advertisers appearing on the back page. It was proposed that the publication would include not only information as to activities of the local Lodge but also information as to activities of other Lodges

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in the District and news pertaining to the local Eastern Star Chapter. The Grand Master ruled that the publication would be permissible, subject to the satisfaction of several conditions. No Masonic symbols, terms or signs should appear on the page of advertising and no reference should be made to the Masonic membership of any of the owners, operators or employees of the advertisers. Furthermore, no Masonic symbols should appear in any other part of the newsletter and only the name and number of the Lodge could be used without identification as to its Masonic relationship. Also, no separate subscription charge could be made for the publication. Since the proposed newsletter would presumably be read by some persons not belonging to the Masonic Fraternity, it should not set out any confidential, personal or Lodge information, such as the name of a petitioner for the degrees prior to voting on his petition or the names of suspended or expelled Brethren. Strict observance of all limitations upon publicity as described in Section 25.070 of the By-Laws was also directed. The Grand Master further required that it would be the continuing responsibility of the District Deputy Grand Master to satisfy himself that in no way would the newsletter impair or otherwise adversely affect the good name and reputation of the Masonic Fraternity. This decision is approved. 3. The Grand Master's opinion was requested as to the duty of all members of a Lodge Investigating Committee to personally visit a petitioner. In the absence of specific requirements imposed by local By-Laws, the Grand Master ruled that personal visitation by the Investigating Committee, though desirable, is not mandatory. This decision is approved. 4. In the case of a request by a Master Mason for a Certificate of Good Standing in January immediately following the year in which his dues had been duly paid in full through the end of December, the Grand Master ruled that a Certificate of Good Standing should be issued without first requiring the brother to pay his dues for the year in which his request for the certificate was submitted. This decision is approved. 5. In reply to a Lodge's request for permission to hold in abeyance the filing of Masonic charges pending resolution of an appeal then on file in the United States Supreme Court relative to a criminal proceeding involving the brother in question, the Grand Master ruled that the fifteen-day time limit set forth in Section 29.100 for the filing of Masonic charges following a finding of probable cause by the Grievance Committee is mandatory. This decision is approved. 6. The Grand Master's permission was requested for Masons to participate in a local charitable fund raising project involving Masons and Knights of Columbus. Proceeds were to be distributed to Shriners Hospitals for Crippled Children and the Cardinal Glennon Hospital for Crippled Children. :"Jo t\lasonic emblems were to be used in connection with the advertising of the event. The pr~jeet was locally planned and no professional fund raisers were involved. The Grand Master expressed no o~jection to the proposed involvement of Masons in the pr<~ject, su~ject to the requirement that in the listing of sponsors no reference should be made to the term "Masonic" or to the Masonic affiliation of any sponsor or of any agent, employee or representative of a sponsor. In the event of any charitable contributions to be made from Lodge funds, the Grand Master directed strict adherence to the provisions of the last sentence of Section 9.050. This decision is approved. 7. A request for waiver of the eighteen-year age limit set forth in Section 13.040 was denied. The Grand Master has no authority to suspend the operation of this By-Law.

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This decision is approved. 8. An opinion was requested as to whether Master Masons belonging to Missouri Lodges might seek dual or multiple membership for the purpose of participating in the organization of a new Lodge. A more general question was also asked as to what "rights and privileges" dual or multiple members have in connection with the organization of a new Lodge. The Grand Master determined that current By-Laws do not authorize a petitioner as described in Section 11.010 to petition as a multiple member. The first sentence of Section 11.050 directs that upon institution of a Lodge under dispensation "all the petitioners become members of that Lodge, and cease to be members of their former Lodges." The final sentence of the same section provides that a member of a Lodge under dispensation is not prohibited from applying to his former Lodge for multiple membership. In view of that statutory authorization for establishment of multiple membership by a member of a Lodge already under dispensation and there being no prohibition to the contrary, the Grand Master determined that a Master Mason in good standing and otherwise eligible may petition for multiple membership in a Lodge then operating under dispensation. This decision is approved. 9. A ruling was requested from the Grand Master as to the Masonic status of Bro. Tharon Hubert Pollard. According to information received from the Grand Lodge of Texas, the brother affiliated with Galena Park Lodge No. 1290 at Galena Park, Texas, November 6, 1962. The official membership records of the Grand Lodge of Missouri show that he was in Heroine Lodge No. 104 at Kansas City, Missouri, raised to the degree of Master Mason on August 28, 1945. The record contains no report by Heroine Lodge as to the demission of the brother following his affiliation with Galena Park Lodge No. 1290. According to the respective lodge records Brother Pollard had held membership in both of the said lodges since 1962. This was true despite the fact that under the ByLaws of the Grand Lodge of Missouri multiple membership was not approved until 1982, subject to an effective date of January 1, 1983. The Grand Master found various extenuating circumstances as set forth in his Address. Inasmuch as Brother Pollard had clearly demonstrated his desire to be a dual member by paying dues to two lodges over a period of almost twenty-three years and for almost three of those years Missouri has recognized the right of a brother to enjoy multiple membership, and since it further appeared that for many years the Grand Lodge of Texas has also recognized the right of dual membership, the Grand Master ruled, that the best interests of this Grand Lodge and of Brother Pollard would be served if his membership were recognized as being multiple and by reason of his oldest membership being in Heroine Lodge No. 104, his membership in that lodge should be deemed to be his "original membership." For the purpose of protecting the rights of the brother and any qualified member of his family with respect to any possible request for admission to the Masonic Home, as well as all other rights and privileges of membership, the Grand Master ruled further that his membership in Galena Park Lodge No. 1290 should not be deemed to have interrupted his record of membership in Heroine Lodge No. 104 as it is set forth in the official records of this Grand Lodge. This decision is approved.

I move the adoption of this portion of the Committee's report. The motion was seconded. By the vote of the Grand Lodge, the portion of the Report of the Committee on Jurisprudence on the nine (9) Decisions of the Grand Master was ADOPTED.

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BY-LAW AMENDMENTS

The following proposed changes to the Grand Lodge By-Laws were submitted to the 163rd Annual Communication to be acted upon at this Annual Communication. 1. The following proposition was submitted as a proposed amendment to the Constitution. However, it is clear to the Grand Lodge officers, the Committee on By-Laws and the Committee on Jurisprudence that an amendment to Section 2.010(1) of the By-Laws was intended and the proposition has been treated accordingly. "Resolved, That Section 2.010(1) of the Constitution, and any appropriate By-Law of the Grand Lodge of Missouri, be amended to require the timely appointment of a special committee to search for and recommend qualified candidates for the offices of Grand Treasurer and Grand Secretary, whenever vacancies may unexpectedly occur or may be anticipated in the ordinary course of events. The committee is composed of the Grand Master, Deputy Grand Master, Senior Grand Warden, Junior Grand Warden, and three (3) Master Masons who shall be selected by the Grand Master on a geographical basis.

Statement of Purpose: The importance of these two elective offices requires careful planning when inevitable changes occur. The heavy responsibility of such appointments by a sudden and unexpected vacancy, when added to the existing and ever increasing responsibilities of the Grand Master, and desirable prohibitions against electioneering, together with our present law requiring annual re-election of these offices, do not provide the most efficient and desirable method by which such vacancies may be filled." The Grand Lodge officers favor the substance of this proposal and the Jurisprudence Committee offers the following substitute resolution: Resolved, That Section 2.010(1) of the By-Laws be amended by adding thereto the following: "The Grand Master shall appoint a special committee to search for and recommend to the Grand Master qualified appointees for the offices of Grand Treasurer and Grand Secretary, whenever vacancies in those offices may unexpectedly occur or may be anticipated in the ordinary course of events. The committee is composed of the Grand Master, Deputy Grand Master, Senior Grand Warden, Junior Grand Warden, and three (3) Master Masons who shall be selected by the Grand Master on a geographical basis. The role of the Committee shall be advisory only."

The effect of the Committee substitute is to produce a By-Law Amendment, provide operative language and make it clear that the Committee is to report to the Grand Master who has the responsibility for filling the vacancy by appointment of whomever he determines.

I move the adoption of the Committee's substitute resolution. The motion was seconded. The Grand Master called for discussion. There being no discussion, the Substitute Resolution of the Jurisprudence Committee for Section 2.010(1) of the By-Laws was ADOPTED by the vote of the Grand Lodge. 2. A proposal to amend Section 2.040(q) to read as follows has been submitted: "Section 2.040. GRAND SECRETARY. (q) Devotes substantially all of his time to the duties of his office; employs and supervises such clerical and secretarial assistants as may be required to discharge efficiently all the duties of his office; semiannually reviews with the Grand Master and the other elective officers the operation and budget of his office, including the fixing of compensation for his clerical and secretarial assistants, and performs such other

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duties as shall be assigned to him from time to time by the Grand Master with the consent of the Deputy Grand Master, the Senior Grand Warden and theJunior Grand Warden, or any two of them. Statement of Purpose: At some future time or times it might become necessary to permit a Grand Secretary who has retired from a previous position or who might be on semi-retired status to perform some incidental duties by reason of prior commitments associated with such retired or semi-retired status. By reason of the performance of such incidental duties such person might be entitled to compensation. It is the purpose of the amendment to avoid unfair or harsh prohibition against any such incidental activity or receipt of compensation in connection therewith." Although not alluded to in the statement of purpose, in addition to requiring the Grand Secretary to devote substantially all of his time rather than full time and to deleting the prohibition against compensation from other sources, this amendment adds the provision that the Grand Master can assign additional duties to the Grand Secretary with the consent of two of the specified other officers. The Grand Lodge officers favor this resolution and the Jurisprudence Committee approves it as to form.

I move its adoption. The motion was seconded. The Grand Master called for discussion. There being no discussion, the Amendment of Section 2.040(q) of the By-Laws was ADOPTED by the standing vote of the Grand Lodge. 3. A proposal to amend Section 2.170(b) to read as follows has been submitted: "Section 2.170. RETIREMENT AND PENSIONS. (b) No Grand Secretary or Grand Lecturer may continue to serve as such following the first day of October next after attaining the age of 68 years. Statement of Purpose: The purpose of this proposed By-Law change is to allow the Grand Secretary or the Grand Lecturer to continue to serve until the first day of October next after attaining the age of 68 years instead of the present 65 years. This allows our experienced and talented men to serve an extra three years rather than be forced to retire at age 65 under the present law." The Grand Lodge officers have taken no position with respect to this amendment. The Jurisprudence Committee approves it as to form.

I move its adoption. The motion was seconded. The Grand Master called for discussion. There being no discussion, the Amendment of Section 2.170(b) of the By-Laws was ADOPTED by the vote of the Grand Lodge. 4. A proposal to amend Section 2.170(d) to read as follows has been submitted: "Section 2.170. RETIREMENT AND PENSION. (d) No retirement pension shall be paid to any such officer who retires prior to becoming 65 years of age and shall have served the fraternity for at least 120 months prior to becoming 65 years of age. Statement of Purpose: The purpose of this proposed By-Law change is to place the minimum retirement age at 65 instead of 62 years of age as presently stated, or retirement as presently stated after 120 months of service."

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The Grand Lodge officers and the Jurisprudence Committee believe that this proposal requires clarification. The Grand Lodge officers also believe that this proposal should not apply to persons in office at the time it becomes effective. Accordingly, the Committee on Jurisprudence offers the following substitute resolution: "Resolved, That Section 2.170(d) be amended to read as follows: (d) No retirement pension shall be paid to any such officer who retires prior to becoming 65 years of age. Further Resolved, That this amendment shall not apply to any person in office at the time it becomes effective.

The Committee also believes that if Section 2.170(d) is amended, a conforming amendment must be made to Section 2.170(a). Accordingly, it offers the following amendment to Section 2.170(a) to be voted upon simultaneously with the proposed amendment to Section 2.170(d): "Resolved, That Section 2.170(a) be amended to read as follows:

(a) After serving for not less than 120 months as Grand Secretary or as Grand Lecturer, such officer may at his option retire from office on or any time after October first next after he shall have attained 65 years of age, and receive the retirement pension hereinafter provided." Further Resolved, That this amendment shall not apply to any person in office at the time it becomes effective. The sole purpose of this additional amendment is to make the conforming change from age 62 to age 65 and cure an obvious long standing error in Section 2.170(a) to the effect that the officer must retire on or before rather than on or after October first.

I hereby move the simultaneous adoption of the Committee substitute motion to amend Section 2.170(d) and of its motion to amend Section 2.170(a). The motion was seconded. The Grand Master called for discussion. A BROTHER asked: I would like to know what would happen if somebody has 120 months in and he became disabled and was not able to work, would he still be entitled to the retirement after serving the required number of months? R.W. BROTHER MAICHEL: Prior to age 65? THE BROTHER: Yes. R.W. BROTHER MAICHEL: I do not think this provides for any disability. This has always been in effect and will continue to be in effect until the minimum specified age which is now 62; and it is proposed to be age 65. THE BROTHER: What provisions are you making for him if something would happen that he would be disabled for work and if he had served the Fraternity for twenty years. M.W. GRAND MASTER SCHI\'EIDER: My Brother, the Chairman of the Jurisprudence Committee is explaining that the Committee did not get into the question of disability. It simply recognized in view of the long-standing language which pertained to the age of 62, for the purpose of bringing this issue before the house, they felt it necessary to have an amendment to subparagraph (a) of Section 2.170. There was no intention of getting into the proposition of whether or not disability should be added to any other language relative to the matter of retirement and pension. THE BROTHER: I would like to ask the question. If a brother served for 120 months or more and then elected not to continue before age 65, would he be eligible for retirement pension?

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R.W. BROTHER MAICHEL: I would say not. He would not have retired until after age 65, or 62 as the law now reads. THE BROTHER: I don't think you understood the question. If he served the time and then retired, would he get his pay when he became 65? R.W. BROTHER MAICHEL: If I understand the question, the question was if he served 120 months, but ceased to serve prior to age 65, but then when he became 65, would he receive the pension? Yes, he would then receive the pension. ANOTHER BROTHER: Does this mean that when he has served the employer for 120 months he has vested right to receive the pension? R.W. BROTHER MAICHEL: That would be ifhe were qualified under Section 401 of the Internal Revenue Code as being qualified for deferred compensation. The Grand Master asked if there were any further questions. There being no further questions, the Grand Master proceeded to call for the vote. The vote by voice and the vote by standing both being indecisive, the Grand Master called for a vote by count. The vote in favor of the simultaneous adoption of the Amendments of Section 2.170(d) and Section 2.170(a) was 284. The vote in opposition to the simultaneous adoption of the Amendments of Section 2.170(d) and Section 2.170(a) was 371. By the count vote, the proposed Amendment of Section 2.170(d) and the proposed Amendment of Section 2.170(a) of the By-Laws were DEFEATED. 5. A proposal to amend Section 6.010 to add the following thereto has been proposed: "Article 6. GRAND LODGE OFFICE Section 6.010. Location. Said property may be sold only as authorized by action of the Grand Lodge or upon the approval 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, and a m~jority of the members of the Ways and Means Committee at a meeting duly called for the purpose of considering such sale and as to which said officers and committee members shall have received at least 10 days' written notice by First Class United States Mail, postage prepaid, addressed to them at their respective addresses appearing on the records of the Grand Lodge. Written evidence of such approval shall be filed in the office of the Grand Secretary. Statement of Purpose: If disposition of the present Grand Lodge property should be dictated by reason of a lack of adequate means of ingress or egress or in the event of development of nearby property in a manner deemed to be detrimental to the market value or continued usage of the present location as the site of the Grand Lodge Office or in the event of other unanticipated events which might adversely affect the continued usage of the present Grand Lodge property the proposed amendment would provide a "means of expediting disposition of the property." The Grand Lodge officers take no position with respect to said proposal. The Committee on Jurisprudence believes additional procedural safeguards are necessary and that clarification is necessary with regard to the location of the Grand Lodge office in the event the present building is sold. The Committee therefore offers the following substitute amendment:

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Resolved, That Section 6.0 lObe amended to read in its entirety as follows:

"Section 6.0 I0 Except as hereinafter provided, the office of the Grand Lodge shall be located in the building situated at 800 Highway 63 North, Columbia, Missouri, title to, and ownership of, which is in and shall remain in the Grand Lodge of Missouri. Said property may be sold only as authorized by action of the Grand Lodge or upon the approval 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, and a majority of the members of the Ways and Means Committee at a meeting duly called for the purpose of considering such sale and as to which said officers and committee members shall have received at least 10 days' written notice by Certified United States Mail, postage prepaid, return receipt requested, addressed to them at their respective addresses appearing on the records of the Grand Lodge; provided, that said officers and committee members may sell only at not less than the average of three appraisals made by members of the American Institute of Real Estate Appraisers. Written evidence of such approval shall be filed in the office of the Grand Secretary. If said property is sold, the Grand Master and a majority of the Deputy Grand Master, Senior Grand Warden, Junior Grand Warden and the Grand Secretary shall, until the determination of the permanent location of the Grand Lodge office by the Grand Lodge at its next communication, determine the temporary location of the Grand Lodge office."

I move the adoption of the Committee's substitute motion. The motion was seconded. The Grand Master recognized M.W. Past Grand Master Walter L. Walker. M.W. BROTHER WALTER L. WALKER: Brethren, do not be deluded by this motion. The present law to remove the Grand Lodge Office requires your vote. This motion allows your Grand Master, with two of the top officers and the consent ofthe committee, to move you, temporarily. Committees generaly do what the Grand Master tells them. What is temporary generally becomes permanent. A sympathetic Grand Master could move the Grand Lodge to Stella, or Saint Louis, or anywhere. We can get into the building that we have. Money-wise, we cannot afford to sell that building and build somewhere else. You should keep the power to yourself, rather than delegate it. I urge you to vote against this motion. A BROTHER: Why in all the paperwork that we get from the Grand Secretary, why do we not have all the amendments and additions to the proposed amendments? M.W. GRAND MASTER SCH!':EIDER: My Brother, you are referring to the substitute which has been presented to you by the Jurisprudence Committee? THE BROTHER: Yes. M.W. GRAND MASTER SCHNEIDER: The Jurisprudence Committee assembles shortly before Grand Lodge. It would not be possible to present the suggested changes, so that you could have them available. I believe that R.W. Brother Maichel read the proposed substitute slowly and very carefully. We are certainly going to afford you and any other brother the opportunity to inquire as to the content of suggested changes. M.W. GRAND MASTER SCHNEIDER: The question has been called for. Those in favor of the proposition as set forth in the substitute amendment read by the Chairman of the Committee will say "AYE." Those opposed will say "NO." By the voice vote of the Grand Lodge, the Amendment of Section 6.010 of the By-Laws was DEFEATED.

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PROPOSED ADDlTlO:\AL BY-l.AW

The following addition to the By-Laws was proposed on Monday, September 30, 1985. Since this proposal does not amend or repeal any section now effective, it is right for adoption at this Communication. Said addition is as follows: Be It Resolved, that the By-Laws of the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of ~issouri be amended by adding the following new Section, which will be referred to as Section 9.180 and provide as follows:

"Section 9.180. LODGE EDUCATION OFFICER. Annually the Master of each lodge shall appoint a Master Mason of that lodge who shall be designated as the Lodge Education Officer. Such officer shall receive communications from the Grand Lodge Committee on Masonic Education and, subject to the direction of the Master of the lodge, shall develop and carry out plans for the continuing Masonic education of all lodge members. Subject to the approval of the Master and any applicable lodge bylaws, such officer shall also be authorized to select, organize and direct a lodge education committee composed of Master Masons of his lodge to assist him in carrying out the aforesaid purposes." Reason for proposed by-law: Unless our members are enlightened as to the meaning of the Masonic way of life, they cannot be expected to put our Masonic principles into action. Continuing Masonic education at the lodge level for the benefit of all of our members is of critical importance. In view of the recent success of the voluntary Lodge Education Program, this proposed by-law is intended to encourage continuity in the development and execution of a strong Masonic Education Program at the Blue Lodge level.

The Jurisprudence Committee approves this proposed addition to the ByLaws as to form; and I move its adoption. The motion was seconded. The Grand Master called for discussion. A BROTHER: I request information on whether this appointee would take the obligation the same as the Senior and Junior Deacon, or Senior andJunior Steward. M.W. GRAND MASTER SCHI\:EIDER: No, Sir. The appointment of a Lodge Education Officer corresponds with that set forth in Section 9.170 which provides for the appointment of a Masonic Home Information Representative. He would be strictly an appointee of the Worshipful Master. He is not an officer of the lodge. The question having been called for, the proposed new Section 9.1RO of the By-Laws was ADOPTED by the vote of the Grand Lodge. RESOLUTIONS

The following resolution has been submitted: RESOLVED, that for the purpose of creating a legal entity for the granting of scholarships and/or loans to worthy graduates of Missouri public high schools to assist them in continuing their education at accredited colleges or universities, the Grand Master is hereby authorized to cause the creation of a corporation or other legal entity which shall be organized under the laws of the State of Missouri exclusively for the aforesaid charitable purposes and in such manner as to qualify as a tax-exempt entity under applicable provisions of the Internal Revenue Code, as the same may be amended from time to time, so that gifts and bequests to such organization shall qualify for deduction purposes under the federal income, gift and estate tax laws. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that for the purpose of identifying the relationship of the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri to such organizatioll, the words "Masonic" and "Missouri" may be used in the Ilame

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of such organization, and the Grand Secretary is hereby authorized to certify to the Secretary of State of the State of Missouri this authorization. The Commmittee on Jurisprudence approves this proposed resolution as to form, except that it believes the resolution should specify the means by which said entity is to be managed and therefore it submits the resolution as submitted with the following proviso: "BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Grand Master, Deputy Grand Master, Senior Grand Warden, Junior Grand Warden and Senior Grand Deacon shall be the directors or trustees of said entity and that the Grand Master shall be the chief Executive Officer thereof."

I move the adoption of the resolution as modified by the addition thereto by the Committee on Jurisprudence. The motion was seconded. By the vote of the Grand Lodge, the Resolution that provides for the Entity for Granting Scholarships was ADOPTED. BE IT RESOLVED, that the One Hundred Sixty-Fifth Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge shall commence at 9 o'clock a.m. on Monday, September 29, 1986. Fraternally submitted, WALTER L. WALKER, P.M. Stella Lodge No. 538 Crestwood Lodge No. 669 EDWIN B. BRZEZINSKI, P.M. CHARLES E. BECRAH, P.M. Saint Joseph Lodge No. 78 America Lodge No. 347 WARREN R. MAICHEL, P.M. HERBERT C. HOFFMAN, P.M. Country Club Lodge No. 656

The Jurisprudence Committee having drafted the resolution approves it as to form; and I move its adoption. The motion was seconded. By the vote of the Grand Lodge, the Resolution setting the Time for the Opening of the 165th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge to be held in September 1986 at Springfield at the hour of nine o'clock A.M. was ADOPTED. R.W. BROTHER MAICHEL: M.W. Grand Master, this completes the Report of the Committee on Jurisprudence. Respectfully submitted, EDWIN B. BRZEZINSKI, WALTER L. WALKER, WARREN R. MAICHEL, Chairman HERBERT C. HOFFMAJI', CHARLES E. BECRAFT, REPORT OF THE GRAND TREASURER

RW. Brother W. Marion Luna, Grand Treasurer, stated that the Report is printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees." He moved that the Report be accepted and included in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded. By the vote of the Grand Lodge, the Report of the Grand Treasurer was ACCEPTED. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri.: This report covers the period from July I, 1984 through June 30, 1985. Total Income Receipts Less: Net Transfers to Agency Account. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Total Receipts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Less: Disbursements Excess of Disbursements Over Receipts Balance July 1, 1984 Balance June 30, 1985

$793,217.77 102,277.88 690,939.89 696,326.17 (5,386.28) 20,109.80 $ 14,723.52

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Consisting of: Boatmen's First National Bank of Kansas City Exchange National Bank of Jefferson City

SECURITIES -

Interest Maturity Rate U.S. Treasury Notes: 9-30-85 15.875% 2-15-86 9.875% 2-15-87 9.00 % Federal National Mortgage Association: 5-12-86 11.00% Federated Short Term Government Funds Total Securities Cash - FDIC Insured Money Market Account Total Investments - Permanent Fund

SECURITIES -

Federated Short-Term Government Funds Uninvested Cash Total Investments Disaster & Relief Fund

7,429.00 7,294.52 $ 14,723.52

PERMANENT FUND

Par Value

Carrying Market Value Value June 30, 1985

. . .

$20,000.00 40,000.00 50,000.00

$ 19,979.80

39,893.20 50,000.00

$20,406.20 40,512.40 50,343.50

25,000.00

24,984.37

25,570.25

. .

50,294.82

50,294.82 $185,152.19

50,294.82

50,000.00 $235,152.19

SECURITIES -

Interest Maturity Rate U.S. Treasury Notes 10-31-85 10.50% 8-15-86 11.375% Federal National Mortgage Association: 5-12-86 11.00% Federally Insured Certificates of Deposit: 1-29-86 10.00% Federated Short-Term Government Funds Total Securities Cash - FDIC Insured Money Market Account Total Investments General Fund

. .

GENERAL FU:'IlD

Par Value

Carrying Market Value Value June 30, 1985

. ..

$ 25,000.00 25,000.00

$ 24,995.50 24,966.00

$ 25,250.00

25,000.00

24,984.38

25,570.25

100,000.00

. .

333,145.74

333,145.74 $508,091.62

333,145.74

50,000.00

$558,091.62

DISASTER

. . .

25,859.25

RELIEF FLJ:'IlD

$37,000.00

$37,000.00 43.79

$37,000.00

$37,043.79

Respectfully submitted, W. M. LUI\'A, Grand Treasurer.

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GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI REPORT ON CONTRIBUTIONS FOR THE GRAND LODGE DISASTER-RELIEF FUND

RW. Grand Treasurer W. Marion Luna reported that the total amount of the Contributions for the Grand Lodge Disaster-Relief Fund was $13,253.85. REPORT OF THE AUDITOR

The Grand Master stated that the Report of the Auditor is received as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees." 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, 1984 to June 30, 1985, 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: GENERAL FU:-<D -

PER GRA:-<D SECRETARY'S BOOKS

STATEMENT OF CASH RECEIPTS AND .JeLY

1, 1984

TO .JlJ:-<E

DISBURSE~E:-<TS

30, 1985

Cash Receipts Per Capita Tax Masonic Home Initiation Fees George Washington Memorial Association Fees Dues Receipt Cards Interest on Investments Permanent Fund (Less Agency Fee $1,327.77) Miscellaneous Visits - D.D.G.M. and D.D.G.L. Total Income Receipts Transfer to Agency Account - Net Total Receipts Disbursements Per Schedule Attached Excess of Disbursements Over Receipts Balance July 1, 1984 Balance June 30, 1985 Consisting of Boatmen's First National Bank of Kansas City, Missouri Exchange National Bank of Jefferson City, Missouri GRA;\;D LODGE A.F.

. $648,436.65 31,770.00 . 7,935.00 . 5,164.77 . . . . . . . . . .

22,946.90 5,286.57 10,400.00 731,939.89 (41,000.00) 690,939.89 696,326.17 (5,386.28) 20,109.80 $ 14,723.52

. $ 7,429.00 7,294.52 . $ 14,723.52

A.M. OF ~ISSOL'RI

GE:-<ERAL Fu:-<n STATE~ENT OF

CASH DISBURSEMENTS

1, 1984 TO .JL路:-<E 30, 1985 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 JeLY

. . . . . .

$ 25,500.00 21,249.99 600.00 11,700.00 3,713.48 5,000.00 6,324.01

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By Requisition of Grand Master Expenses - Grand Master Expenses - Grand Lecturer Expenses - Grand 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 Master's 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 Office Improvements Incidental Travel & Expense of Grand Secretary Grand Master's Regalia Printing Proceedings Fifty year pins By Requisition Committee on Committee on Committee on Committee on Committee on Committee on

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

Total Grand Lodge Operating Expenses 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 July 1984 Disbursements July 1985 Disbursements Total Disbursements

100.00 . 44,459.11 $118,646.59 .

$ 10,000.00

. . . . . . . . . .

8,552.27 4,558.44 1,500.00 4,506.31 4,712.81 4,384.83 1,000.00 3,284.46 17,125.85 12,687.23 $ 72,312.20

. $ 39,419.76 . 4,807.24 . 5,011.20 . . . . . . . . . .

24,620.45 4,262.47 4,337.95 3,857.43 1,840.29 3,345.72 3,869.41 4,339.81 13,000.00 5,723.65 $118,435.38

. $ 1,000.00 . 6,786.68 . 538.08 . 10,000.00 . 3,250.00 . 85,161.30 $106,736.06 $416,130.23 . $202,314.58 31,770.00 . . 7,945.00 $242,029.58 $658,159.81 10,360.00 10,092.08 59,743.86 (42,029.58) $696,326.17

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PERMANENT FUND

I did not examine the securities which are held by Boatmen's First National Bank of Kansas City, Kansas City, Missouri, as agent. The following list of securities and activity for the year ended June 30, 1985 was prepared from their statements. U.S. Treasury Notes Federated Short Term Government Federal National Mortgage Association Total Securities Cash Total June 30,1985 SECURITIES -

Par Value . $110,000.00 . 50,294.82 25,000.00 . $185,294.82 . .

Cost $109,873.00 50,294.82 24,984.37 $185,152.19 50,000.00 $235,152.19

Market Value $111,262.10 50,294.82 25,570.25 $187,127.17

GE!':F.RAL Ft.::-.ID

Par Value U.S. Treasury Notes . $ 50,000.00 25,000.00 Federal National Mortgage Association Federated Short Term Government . 333,145.74 Certificate of deposit . 100,000.00 Total Securities . $508,145.74 Uninvested Cash - Deficit . Total June 30, 1985 ..

Market Value Cost $ 49,961.50 $ 51,109.25 24,984.38 25,570.25 333,145.74 333,145.74 100,000.00 100,000.00 508,091.62 $509,825.24 (91,651.67)1 $416,439.95

Following is a summary of the changes m the principal account of the Permanent Fund during the year. Uninvested Cash, July 1, 1984 Receipts Maturities Income Account Transfers Disbursements Federated Short Term Government Uninvested Cash, June 30, 1985

. $24,045.68 $75,000.00 1,249.14

76,249.14 (50,294.82) $50,000.00

. .

AGE!':CY I:"COME ACCOt.::-.IT -

PER:l.fA!':E!\T Ft.::-.ID

Balance July 1, 1984 Interest Received Transferred to Grand Lodge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fees Transferred to Principal ... ...... Balance June 30, 1985 . .

.00 25,523.81 (22,946.90) (1,327.77) (1,249.14) $ .00

Following is a summary of the changes in the principal account of the General Fund during the year. Balance July 1, 1984 - Deficit Receipts From Grand Lodge A.F. & A.M. -

$(33,033.86) Net. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

See page 138 for analysis of principal cash.

41,000.00

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Disbursements Various Investments Balance June 30, 1985 -

Net Deficit

AGENCY INCOME ACCOU!'IT -

. .

(99,617.81) $(91,651.67)2

. . . . .

$ 83,033.86 62,700.41 (3,959.69) (122.91) $141 ,651.67~

GENERAl. FUND

Balance July 1, 1984 Interest Received Fees Transferred to Principal Balance June 30, 1985 MASONIC HOME I:--;ITIATION FUND

Balance July 1, 1984 - Due to Masonic Home Received From Lodges, July 1, 1984 to June 30, 1985 Paid to Masonic Home Balance June 30, 1985 - Due to Masonic Home

. $ . . . $

.00 31,770.00 (31,770.00) .00

. $ . . . $

.00 7,935.00 (7,935.00) .00

. $ .

2,425.18 133.38

. $

2,558.56

. $ . .

633.89 104.00 (73.50)

. $

664.39

GEORGE WASHINGTON MEMORIAL FUND

Balance Due July 1, 1984 Received From Lodges, July 1, 1984 to June 30, 1985 Paid to George Washington Memorial Association Balance Due June 30, 1985 JOSEPH S. MCINTYRE l.lBRARY FUND

Balance July 1, 1984 Interest on Savings Account Balance in Mercantile Trust Company Savings Account June 30, 1985 THE FREEMASON MAGAZI:--;E

Balance July 1, 1984 Receipts Disbursements Balance June 30, 1985 - Exchange National Bank Jefferson City, Missouri THE REVOLVING FU:--;D

Balance July I, 1984 Receipts (Dues, Manuals, Etc.) Disbursements Balance June 30, 1985 - Exchange National Bank Jefferson City, Missouri DISASTER AND RELIEF FUND -

4,584.51 19,991. 73 (18,045.37)

. $

6,530.87

AGENCY ACCOUNT

Principal cash deficit, July 1, 1984 Receipts from lodges Purchases - Net Disbursed to M.S.A. Disaster Relief Fund Principal Cash June 30, 1985 - Deficit Income Cash, July 1, 1984 2

. $ . .

Deficit in principal cash offset by income cash balance. Income cash balance is offset by deficit in principal cash.

. . . . . .

$(2,412.76) 10,937.07 (12,600.00) (1,000.00) $(5,075.69)4 $ 2,459.41

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Interest Income Fees Income Cash, June 30, 1985 Securities - Disaster & Relief Fund Federated Short Term Government Cash Deficit Net - June 30, 1985 4

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2,H83.23 (223.16) $ 5,119.48 4

. . .

$37,000.00 (5,075.69) $31,924.31

Income cash balance is offset by deficit in principal cash. MILEAGE Al';D PER DIEM COMMI'ITEE

Mileage and Per Diem Checks Paid -

Net of Refunds

85,161.30

The 1984 Mileage and Per Diem Committee report and cancelled checks were examined. The various items in the foregoing report have been taken from books and records of the Grand Secretary and reflect the recorded cash transactions of the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri fromJuly I, 1984 toJune 30,1985. 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 examined 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 THE GRAND SECRETARY

R.W. Grand Secretary Frank A. Arnold stated that the major portion of the Report is printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees." He presented a Supplemental Report on matters handled after the deadline for the printing of the booklet. He moved that the pre-printed Report and the Supplemental Report be accepted. The motion was seconded. By the vote of the Grand Lodge, the complete Report of the Grand Secretary was ACCEPTED. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: The Grand Secretary, with the Staff of the Grand Lodge Office, submits the report on the performance of duties and responsibilities during the Year 1984-1985 in accordance with the Laws and Practices of the Grand Lodge of Missouri. IDE!':TIFICATIO!': CARDS

The Grand Secretary wrote and distributed identification cards which certified the holders to be Officials of the Grand Lodge of Missouri to: Grand Lodge Officers, Emeritus Grand Lodge Officers, District Deputy Grand Masters, and District Deputy Grand Lecturers. Most Worshipful Past Grand Masters received identification cards for the Year 1984-1985, bearing the signature of M. W. Grand Master Vern H. Schneider, that certified service to the Grand Lodge of Missouri as Most Worshipful Grand Master with the date of the respective year of the term of office.

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COMMISSIONS TO DISTRICT DEPUTY (;RAr-.;D MASTERS

Commissions were written for 65 District Deputy Grand Masters appointed by Grand Master Vern H. Schneider to serve during the Year 1984-1985one commission was issued to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of one ofthe originally appointed District Deputy Grand Masters and one commission was issued to fill the vacancy created by the death of the originally appointed District Deputy Grand Master. CERTIFICATES TO DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND LECTURERS

Certificates of the appointment by Right Worshipful Grand Lecturer Stanton T. Brown were written for 63 District Deputy Grand Lecturers. GRAND REI'RESEr-.;TATIVES

M.W. Grand Master Vern H. Schneider 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. The Certificates of Commission were prepared and mailed for presentation to: Grand Lodge of British Columbia - Donald M. Challenger Grande Loja De Mato Grosso do SuI (Brazil) - Walter Rossi Grand Lodge of New York - Kennedy McFaul COr-.;SOLIDATION AND MERGER OF LODGES

Humphreys Lodge No. 32 at Humphreys consolidated with and merged into Trenton Lodge No. III at Trenton. Humphreys Lodge did not provide the date of the Communication when the Officers and Members voted on the proposition; Humphreys Lodge did not provide copy of the Notice to Members on the proposition; Humphreys Lodge did not provide the Roster of Master Masons in Good Standinf];. Trenton Lodf];e made no official report on the date of the Communication when the Officers and Members voted on the proposition. The last Secretary of Humphreys Lodge No. 32 delivered the Charter to the Grand Lodge Office in person. Berminf]; Lodf];e No. 150 at Faucett consolidated with and merf];ed into Wellington Lodge No. 22 at DeKalb on January 3, 1985. Berming Lodge voted on the proposition at the Stated Communication held on December 15, 1984. Wellington Lodge voted on the proposition on January 3, 1985. The Charter ofBerming Lodge No. 150 was received in the Grand Lodge Office on January 24, 1985. Laredo Lodge No. 253 at Laredo consolidated with and merged into Trenton Lodge No. III at Trenton. The Officers and Members of Laredo Lodge voted on the proposition at the Stated Communication held on November 2, 1984. Trenton Lodge made no official report on the date of the Communication when the Officers and Members voted on the proposition. The Charter and the Seal of Laredo Lodge No. 253 were received in the Grand Lodge Office on January 2, 1985. COr-.;SENTS AND PERMISSIONS

M.W. Grand Master Vern H. Schneider granted consent and expressed permission on various propositions and requests pertaining to the activities and the operations of Constituent Lodges of Missouri in accordance with the

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requirements of Grand Lodge Law (Section 15.070, Section 21.100, etc.), as follows: September 26, 1984, to C. Michael White, Worshipful Master ofJefferson Lodge No. 43, for a Table Lodge of Entered Apprentices and One of Instruction to be convened on Thursday Evening, September 27, 1984 at the Jefferson City Masonic Temple, 603 Ellis Boulevard, Jefferson City, Missouri. September 27,1984, to William W. Lain,Jr., Worshipful Master of Mizpah Lodge No. 639 to make a fraternal visit to Emeth Lodge No. 1030 at Cahokia, Illinois on Tuesday, October 23, 1984 when Mizpah Lodge will confer the Degree of Master Mason on their own proficient Fellow Craft in the Hall of Emeth Lodge, using Missouri Ritual. November 22, 1984, to Armen G. Kayarian, Master of Missouri-Gateway Table Lodge No.1 for a Table Lodge of Entered Apprentices and One of Instruction sponsored by Freedom Lodge No. 636 and Forest Park Lodge No. 578 to be convened on Thursday Evening, November 29, 1984 at the Freedom Masonic Temple, 4557 Lemay Ferry Road, Mehlville, Missouri. December 14, 1984, to William L. Jackson, Worshipful Master ofJennings Lodge No. 640 to consider and to take action on the request of Triple Lodge No. 835 at Granite City, Illinois for Waiver of Jurisdiction over Raymond Pathgilmore, a resident of St. Louis, Missouri. December 14, 1984, to James D. Bell, Worshipful Master of Palestine Lodge No. 241, to consider and to take action on the request of Triple Lodge No. 835 at Granite City, Illinois for Waiver ofJurisdiction over Graham William Dyson, a resident ofSt. Charles, Missouri. December 28, 1984, to Larry D. Rader, Worshipful Master of Liberty Lodge No. 31 to consider and to take action on the request of Wyandotte Lodge No.3 at Kansas City, Kansas for Waiver of Jurisdiction over Jack Ward Campbell, a resident of Liberty, Missouri. December 28, 1984, to Albert T. Sears, Secretary of Knob Noster Lodge No. 245 to consider and to take action on the request of Hickman Lodge No. 131 at Clinton, Kentucky for Waiver ofJurisdiction over Jimmy Dee Burnham, Jr., a resident of Knob Noster, Missouri. January 17, 1985, to Jack W. Hurst, Worshipful Master of Blue Springs Lodge No. 337, for a Table Lodge of Entered Apprentices and One of Instruction to be convened on May 4, 1985 at the Blue Springs Masonic Temple. December 14, 1984, to Robert D. Wachter, Worshipful Master of Tuscan Lodge No. 360 to consider and take action on the request of Morrisonville Lodge No. 681 at Morrisonville, Illinois for Waiver ofJurisdiction over Donald Neil Walker, a resident of St. Louis, Missouri. January 18, 1985, to Russell A. Grosch, Secretary of Mount Moriah Lodge No. 40, to receive the Petition for Affiliation of Brother Walter R. Kolb, a non-resident of the State of Missouri. February 6, 1985, to G. Paul White, Worshipful Master ofJefferson Lodge No. 43, for a Table Lodge of Entered Apprentices and One of Instruction to be convened on Thursday Evening, May 16, 1985 at the Jefferson City Masonic Temple, Jefferson City, Missouri. February 14, 1985, to Norman Morris, Worshipful Master of Olive Branch Lodge No. 576, to receive the Petition for the Degrees of Masonry of Patrick Ralph Harper, a non-resident of the State of Missouri. March 6,1985, to James E. McGoldrick, Worshipful Master of Glenwood Lodge No. 427, for a Table Lodge of Entered Apprentices and One of Instruction to be convened on March 22, 1985 at the Glenwood Masonic Temple at Glenwood, Missouri. March 20, 1985, to Harold Lee Thomas, Sr., Secretary of Palestine Lodge No. 241, to consider and to take action on the request of Gothic Lodge No. 852 at Belleville, Illinois for Waiver of Jurisdiction over Dennis Wayne Robinson, a resident of St. Charles, Missouri.

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April 2, 1985, to Everett L. Jackson, Worshipful Master of Berkeley Lodge No. 667, for a fraternal visit to Landrum Lodge No. 448 at Wingo, Kentucky on Saturday, April 27, 1985, when Berkeley Lodge will confer the Degree of Master Mason on their own proficient Fellow Craft in the Hall of Landrum Lodge, using Missouri Ritual. April 2, 1985, to Cleo E. Tapscott, Worshipful Master of East Gate Lodg-e No. 630 to receive the Petition for the Degrees of Earnest Neil Stevens, a non-resident ofthe State of Missouri. April 2, 1985, to R. L. Tichenor, Worshipful Master of Rising Sun Lodge No. 13, to host a fraternal visit of Overland Lodge No. 436 at Overland Park, Kansas on Monday Evening, April 22, 1985, when Overland Park Lodge will confer the Degree of Master Mason on their own proficient Fellow Craft in the Hall of Rising Sun Lodge, using Kansas Ritual. April 2, 1985, to R. L. Tichenor, Worshipful Master of Rising Sun Lodge No. 13, to make a fraternal visit to Overland Park Lodge No. 436 at Overland Park, Kansas, on Monday Evening, April 29, 1985, when Rising Sun Lodge will confer the Degree of Master Mason on their own proficient Fellow Craft in the Hall of Overland Park Lodge, using Missouri Ritual. April 8, 1985, to Lawrence W "Bill" Coleman, Worshipful Master of Belton Lodge No. 450 to consider and take action on the request of Rosedale Lodge No. 330 at Meriam, Kansas for Waiver of Jurisdiction over Robert A. West, a resident of Belton, Missouri. April 21, 1985, to Gerald W. Burnworth, Secretary of Freedom Lodge No. 636 to host Douglas Lodge No. 361 at Mascoutah, Illinois for a fraternal visit on April 30, 1985, when Douglas Lodge will confer the Degree of Master Mason on their own proficient Fellow Craft in the Hall of Freedom Lodge, using Illinois Ritual. May 6, 1985, to Mike Testa, Worshipful Master of Southwest Lodge No. 466, to host the Degree Team led by Most Worshipful Brother Monroe Robinson and composed of present and past Grand Officers of the Grand Lodge of Arkansas for a fraternal visit on the occasion of the Annual Outdoor Communication to be held on Saturday Evening, August 3, 1985, when the Arkansas Degree Team will confer the Degree of Master Mason on a proficient Fellow Craft of Southwest Lodge No. 466, using Arkansas Ritual. May 22, 1985, to Armen G. Kayarian, Master of Missouri-Gateway Table Lodge No.1, for a Table Lodge of Entered Apprentices and One of Instruction sponsored by Lambskin Lodge No. 460 to be convened on Thursday Evening, May 30, 1985 at the Gardenville Masonic Temple, 8230 Gravois Road, S1. Louis, Missouri. May 28, 1985, to NealJ. Donaldson, Worshipful Master of Freedom Lodge No. 636, to make a fraternal visit to Douglas Lodge No. 361 at Mascoutah, Illinois, onJune 25,1985, when Freedom Lodge will confer the Degree of Master Mason on their own proficient Fellow Craft Edward Frank Shimkus in the Hall of Douglas Lodge No. 361, using Missouri Ritual. June 24,1985, to Carl W. Hugill, Worshipful Master of Cecile Daylight Lodge No. 305, to receive the Petition for the Degrees of Masonry of Joseph Allen Hohendorf, a non-resident of the State of Missouri. June 26, 1985, to James L. Parrott, Worshipful Master of Tyro Lodge No. 12, to host Emeth Lodge No.1 030 at Cahokia, Illinois for a fraternal visit on Saturday, August 31, 1985, when Emeth Lodge will confer the Degree of Master Mason on their own proficient Fellow Craft in the Hall of Tyro Lodge No. 12, using Illinois Ritual. .J uly 17, 1985, to Harold L. Hackler, Worshipful Master of Holden Lodge No. 262, to consider and to take action on the request of Eagle Rock Lodge No. 19 at Idaho Falls, Idaho for Waiver of Jurisdiction over David Ray Harriot, a resident of Kingsville, Missouri. August 21, 1985, to Armen G. Kayarian, Master of Missouri-Gateway Table Lodge No. 1 for a Table Lodge of Entered Apprentices and One of Instruction to be convened on Thursday Evening, August 29, 1985 at the Gardenville Masonic Temple, 8230 Gravois Road, S1. Louis, Missouri. August 23, 1985, to Fred A. McMillan, Secretary of Waynesville Lodge No. 375, to

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receive the Petition for the Degrees of Masonry of Sammie Dayton Robertson, Jr., a non-resident of the State of Missouri. August 29, 1985, to Orville S. "Bob" Cawthon, Worshipful Master of Kansas City Lodge No. 220, to receive the Petition for the Degrees of Masonry of James Edgar Hedden, a non-resident of the State of Missouri. August 30, 1985, to William Baum White, Worshipful Master of George Washington Lodge No.9, to make a fraternal visit to Grand View Lodge No. 1112 on Saturday, September 28, 1985, at Peoria Heights, Illinois. DISPENSATIONS

By order of M.W. Grand Master Vern H. Schneider, Dispensations were issued that authorized the transaction of matters of lodge business, as follows: September 27, 1984, to George R. Shelley, Worshipful Master of California Lodge No. 183, for holding a Special Communication of California Lodge No. 183 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Afternoon, September 30, 1984. September 27,1984, to David B. Cook, 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, October 7, 1984. September 27, 1984, to Harold L. Lashley, Worshipful Master of Leadwood Lodge No. 598, for holding a Special Communication of Leadwood Lodge No. 598 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday, October 7, 1984. September 27, 1984, to David Lee Swinney, Worshipful Master of Polar Star Lodge No. 79, for holding a Special Communication of Polar Star Lodge No. 79 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Afternoon, October 21, 1984. September 27, 1984, to Benjamin F. Cooley, 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 16, 1984. September 27, 1984, to Kenneth H. Miller, Worshipful Master of King Hill Lodge No. 376, for holding a Special Communication of King Hill Lodge No. 376 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday, December 16, 1984. September 29, 1984, to Clifford C. Olsen, II, Worshipful Master of Russellville Lodge No. 90, for holding a Special Communication of Russellville Lodge No. 90 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Afternoon, October 7, 1984. September 29, 1984, to Walter Niermeyer, Worshipful Master of Union Lodge No. 593, for holding a Special Communication of Union Lodge No. 593 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Afternoon, November 18, 1984. October 23, 1984, to Sidney Shear, Worshipful Master of Saint Louis Lodge No. 20, for holding a Special Communication of Saint Louis Lodge No. 20 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Afternoon, October 28, 1984. October 30, 1984, to Virgil E. Cutter, Worshipful Master of Olive Branch Lodge No. 576, for holding a Special Communication of Olive Branch Lodge No. 576 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday, November 4,1984. October 31, 1984, to William Gerald Hoff, 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 25, 1984.

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November 21, 1984, to William H. DeMent, Worshipful Master of Grandview Lodge No. 618, for holding a Special Communication of Grandview Lodge No. 618 for the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Afternoon, December 9, 1984. November 22, 1984, to James A. Clark, Worshipful Master of Hickory Hill Lodge No. 211, for holding a Special Communication of Hickory Hill Lodge No. 211 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Afternoon, December 2, 1984. November 22,1984, to George L. Hickman, Worshipful Master of Raytown Lodge No. 391, for holding a Special Communication of Raytown Lodge No. 391 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Afternoon, December 2,1984. November 26, 1984, to C. Michael White, Worshipful Master ofJefferson Lodge No. 43, for holding a Special Communication of Jefferson Lodge No. 43 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday, December 16,1984. December 2, 1984, to Dennis M. Matlock, Worshipful Master of Saint James Lodge No. 230, for holding a Special Communication of Saint James Lodge No. 230 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday, December 9,1984. January 23, 1985, to George M. Merkle, Worshipful Master of Triangle Lodge No. 638, for holding Stated and Special Communications of Triangle Lodge No. 638 during the months of February 1985 and March 1985 and April 1985 and such additional period as may be required by cold and inclement weather in the Hall of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows at 3765 Lindell Boulevard, Saint Louis, Missouri. January 30,1985, to Farrell L. Kelley, Worshipful Master of Wellington Lodge No. 22, for holding a Special Communication of Wellinp;ton Lodp;e No. 22 on Friday Evening, March 1, 1985 in the room of the DeKalb Hip;h School, after the.place has been officially dedicated for Masonic Use by Right Worshipful District Deputy Grand Master Gordon E. Hopkins - Masonic District No.9. January 30, 1985, to Billy O. Allen, Worshipful Master of Criterion Lodge No. 586, for the conferral of the Degrees of Masonry on Jesse Carnes, Jr., whose Petition was approved by the vote of the Lodge on January 8, 1985, as may be appropriate in consideration of the physical defects of the candidate. The Degrees are to be conferred under the personal direction of the Grand Lecturer or of a Brother Master Mason specially deputed by the Grand Lecturer. The Grand Lecturer, or the specially deputed Brother, is to have notice in advance of the dates when the Degrees are to be conferred. February 7,1985, to Harvey J. Wells, Worshipful Master of Grandview Lodge No. 618, for the conferral of the Degrees of Masonry on Ray Roudy Reed, whose Petition was approved by the vote of the Lodge on January 17, 1985 as may be appropriate in consideration of the physical conditions of the candidate and under the personal direction of the Grand Lecturer, or of a Brother Master Mason specially deputed by the Grand Lecturer. The Grand Lecturer, or the Brother Master Mason specially deputed by him, is to have ample notice in advance of the dates when the Degrees are to be conferred. March 31, 1985, to William Baum White, Worshipful Master of George Washington Lodge No.9, for holding the Stated Communication of George Washington Lodge No.9 on the Second Tuesday of the month of April - April 9, 1985 - in the Hall of Gardenville Lodge No. 655 in the Gardenville Masonic Temple at 8230 Gravois Road, Saint Louis, Missouri. April 29, 1985, to Carl M. Owensby,Jr., Worshipful Master of Clifton Heights Lodge No. 520, for holding a Special Communication of Clifton Heights Lodge No. 520 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Saturday Evening, June 29, 1985, at Meridian Masonic Temple, 4500 Donovan Avenue, Saint Louis, Missouri. May 6, 1985, to George A. Ebling,Jr., Worshipful Master of Saxton Lodge No. 508, for holding a Special Communication of Saxton Lodge No. 508 for the purpose of the

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conferral of the Degree of Master Mason on a proficient Fellow Craft on Saturday evening,J une 15, 1985 - or in case of inclement weather on Saturday Evening, June 29, 1985 - at the outdoor site on the farm of Brother James F. Whitson after the place has been dedicated for Masonic Use by Right Worshipful District Deputy Grand Master Gordon E. Hopkins - Masonic District 9 of Missouri. May 6, 1985, to Mike Testa, Worshipful Master of Southwest Lodge No. 466, for holding a Special Communication of Southwest Lodge No. 466 on August 3, 1985 at the outdoor site which has been previously inspected, approved, and dedicated for Masonic Use. May 10,1985, to Elmer E. Bebout, Worshipful Master of Strafford Lodge No. 608, for holding a Special Communication of Strafford Lodge No. 608 onJune 29,1985, when the East Gate Travelers Club of Kansas City will confer the Degree of Master Mason on a proficient Fellow Craft at the outdoor site on the farm of Brother Tom Comstock, which place was previously inspected, approved, and dedicated for Masonic Use by M.W. Brother J. Edward Blinn in 1972. May 24, 1985, to Tim K. Blum, Worshipful Master of Skekinah Lodge No. 256, for holding a Special Communication of Shekinah Lodge No. 256 at Crystal City, Missouri, for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Afternoon, june 23, 1985 - the Opening of the Special Communication to be no earlier than 2:00 p.m. and no later than 5:00 p.m. May 24, 1985, to Steven C. Barnhart, Worshipful Master of Union Lodge No. 593, for holding a Special Communication of Union Lodge No. 593 at Union, Missouri for the purpose of the conferral of the Degree of Master Mason on a proficient Fellow Craft on Saturday Evening, June 8,1985, at the outdoor site on the farm of Worshipful Brother Steven C. Barnhart after the place has been dedicated for Masonic Use by Right Worshipful District Deputy Grand Lecturer Carl J. Harshaw of the 32nd Masonic District of Missouri. May 31, 1985, to Robert A. Gage, Worshipful Master of Independence Lodge No. 76, for holding a Special Communication of Independence Lodge No. 76 for the purpose of the conferral of the Degree of Master Mason on proficient Fellow Crafts of said lodge on Saturday,june 15, 1985 in the rock quarry on the property of Brother Joseph Crowder on Highway 24,just east of Independence, which place was dedicated for Masonic Use by Right Worshipful Brother George V. McDougall in June 1983. june 18,1985, to Robert D. McCallum,jr., Worshipful Master of Rose Hill Lodge No. 550, for holding a Stated Communication of Rose Hill Lodge No. 550 at Creve Coeur, Missouri on Tuesday Evening, june 25,1985 in the Eastern Star Chapel at the Masonic Home of Missouri, 5351 Delmar Boulevard, Saint Louis, Missouri. june 21, 1985, to james A. Drake, Worshipful Master of Rolla Lodge No. 213, for Opening a Special Communication of Rolla Lodge No. 213 on Sunday Morning,j une 30, 1985, preparatory to attendance at the morning worship service of the First Christian Church for the purpose of the observance of St. John's Day. June 23, 1985, to Jerry D. Black, Worshipful Master of Marceline Lodge No. 481, for reballoting on the Petitions of two candidates for the Degrees of Masonry at the Stated Communication of Marceline Lodge No. 481 to be held on the First Thursday of the month of August - August 1, 1985 - after notice to all resident members as set forth in Section 7.140 and Section 7.150 and in the Ruling of the Grand Master in 1928 on Section 14.100 and in accordance with the By-laws of Marceline Lodge. June 25, 1985, to james L. Parrott, Worshipful Master of Tyro Lodge No. 12, for holding a Special Communication of Tyro Lodge No. 12 at Caledonia, Missouri for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Afternoon, june 30, 1985. June 28, 1985, to Douglas L. Stickley, Worshipful Master of Nodaway Lodge No.470, for holdinR a Special Communication of Nodaway LodRe No. 470 at Maryville, Missouri for the purpose of the conferral of the Degree of Master Mason on proficient Fellow Craft Randy Coomer on Wednesday Evening, july 19, 1985, at the outdoor site on the

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farm of James W. Holt - "Holt's Timber" - after the place has been dedicated for Masonic Use by Right Worshipful District Deputy Grand Master Michael K. Monk of the Seventh Masonic District. July 3, 1985, to Charles R. Mouser, Worshipful Master of Tyro Lodge No. 12, for holding a Special Communication of Tyro Lodge No. 12 on Saturday Evening, August 31, 1985 at the outdoor site on the Lowell E. Bay farm on Highway 8, which place was dedicated for Masonic Use by R.W. District Deputy Grand Master C. Nolen Miller in 1978. July 22, 1985, to Joseph H. Collison, 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 Evening, September 14, 1985 at the outdoor site on the farm of Worshipful Brother L. R. Vaughn, which place was previously dedicated for Masonic Use by Most Worshipful Past Grand Master Lewis C. Wes Cook. August 5, 1985, to Right Worshipful Brother Walter L. Shelton, Worshipful Master of Friend Lodge No. 352, for holding the Stated Communication of Friend Lodge No. 352 on the First Tuesday of the Month of August 1985 - Tuesday, August 6, 1985 - in the Hall of Sparta Lodge No. 296 at Sparta, Missouri. August 5, 1985, to Brother Billy]. Mallett, 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 on Saturday Morning, August 24, 1985 at the outdoor site in the Kaser Quarry, which place was dedicated for Masonic Use in 1976. August 6, 1985, to Ronald L. Young, 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 ofthe Degree of Master Mason on a proficient Fellow Craft on Saturday Morning, August 24, 1985 at the outdoor site in the Kaser Quarry, which place was dedicated for Masonic Use in 1976.

By order of M.W. Grand Master Vern H. Schneider, Dispensations were issued for the dedication of halls (buildings, rooms, places) for Masonic Use and for the laying of cornerstones, as follows: October 16, 1984, to Frank A. Arnold, Right Worshipful Grand Secretary, for Opening a Specific Communication of the Grand Lodge on Sunday Afternoon, October 21, 1984, in the Hall of Liberty Lodge No. 31 at Liberty, preparatory to the Grand Lodge Ceremony of Laying the Cornerstone of the New Building of Clay County, per the request of the Judges of the Court of Clay County. November 22, 1984, to William]. Hill, Most Worshipful Past Grand Master, for Opening a Specific Communication of the Grand Lodge of Missouri on Sunday Afternoon, November 25, 1984 in the present meeting place of Nodaway Lodge No. 470 at Maryville for the purpose of the Ceremonial Laying of the Cornerstone and the Ceremonial Dedication of the New Hall of Nodaway Lodge No. 470 for Masonic Use. December 9, 1984, to John A. Heneger, Right Worshipful District Deputy Grand Master - Dist. 52, for conducting an appropriate Ceremony for the Dedication of the New Hall of Poplar Bluff Lodge No. 209 for Masonic Use in order that the lodge may hold Stated and Special Communications in the new building until the formal Ceremonial of Dedication is conducted by the Grand Lodge of Missouri on Sunday Afternoon, January 13, 1985. December 12,1984, to Dr.]. Edward Blinn, Most Worshipful Past Grand Master, for conducting an appropriate Ceremony for the Dedication of the New Hall of Ava Lodge No. 26 for Masonic Use in order that the lodge may hold Stated and Special Communications in the building until the time in the future when the Grand Lodge of Missouri will conduct the formal Ceremonial Dedication of the Temple for Masonic Use. January 30, 1985, to Gordon E. Hopkins, R.W. District Deputy Grand Master - Dist. 9, for conducting the Grand Lodge Ceremony of Dedication for Masonic Use the room

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in the DeKalb High School where Wellington Lodge No. 22 will meet in Special Communication on Friday Evening, March 1, 1985. May 6, 1985, to Gordon E. Hopkins, R.W. District Deputy Grand Master- Dist. 9, for conducting the Ceremony of Dedication for Masonic Use the outdoor site on the farm of BrotherJames F. Whitson, where Saxton Lodge No. 508 at St. Joseph will hold a Special Communication for the purpose of the conferral of the Degree of Master Mason on a proficient Fellow Craft. May 24,1985, toCarlJ. Harshaw, R.W. District Deputy Grand Lecturer-Dist. 32, for conducting the Ceremony of Dedication for Masonic Use the outdoor site on the farm of Worshipful Brother Steven C. Barnhart where Union Lodge No. 593 will hold a Special Communication for the purpose of the conferral of the Degree of Master Mason on a proficient Fellow Craft. June 28, 1985, to Michael K. Monk, R.W. District Deputy Grand Master - Dist. 7, for conducting the Ceremony of Dedication for Masonic Use the outdoor site on the farm of James W. Holt - "Holt's Timber" - where Nodaway Lodge No. 470 at Maryville, Missouri will hold a Special Communication for the purpose of the conferral of the Degree of Master Mason on a proficient Fellow Craft on Wednesday Evening, July 19, 1985. August 4, 1985, to Frank A. Arnold, Right Worshipful Grand Secretary, for Opening a Specific Communication of the Grand Lodge on the Degree of Master Mason and Conducting the Grand Lodge Ceremony of Laying the Cornerstone of the Valley Park Masonic Temple on Saturday Afternoon, September 7, 1985. HEALING ORDERS

Saint Mark's Lodge No. 93 at Cape Girardeau

M.W. Grand Master Vern H. Schneider determined that the irregularity of the Officers and Members of Saint Mark's Lodge No. 93 relative to the official receiving of a Petition for the Degrees in less than one year after a previous rejection and to the subsequent investigation and favorable ballot on said Petition for the Degrees and to the further subsequent conferral of the Degree of Entered Apprentice on the elected candidate - the aforesaid actions being in violation of Section 13.160 of the By-Laws of the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri - occurred through no fault of the Brother. The Grand Master caused the Entered Apprentice to be healed in accordance with Section 13.140 of the By-Laws of the Grand Lodge of Missouri. By the "Healing Order" the Brother is entitled to the rights and privileges of an Entered Apprentice of Saint Mark's Lodge No. 93 and will be eligible to advance in and complete his Masonic Work in accordance with the laws and practices of the Grand Lodge of Missouri. Riddick Lodge No. 361 at Buffalo

M.W. Grand Master Vern H. Schneider determined that the irregularity of the Officers and Members of Riddick Lodge No. 361 relative to the proceedings had on the transaction of transfer of membership by a Master Mason from a Lodge located in another state to Riddick Lodge - the failure to proceed in regular order with the Reception of the Petition for Affiliation and the Investigation and the subsequent Ballot in accordance with Section 16.010, Section 13.090, Section 14.040 of the By-Laws of the Grand Lodge of Missouri occurred through no fault of the Brother. The Grand Master caused the Master Mason to be healed in accordance with Section 13.140 of the By-Laws of the Grand Lodge of Missouri. By the "Healing Order" the Brother is entitled to

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the rights and privileges of membership as a Master Mason of Riddick Lodge No. 361 in accordance with the laws and practices of the Grand Lodge of Missouri. COURTESIES

Lodges of Missouri accommodated the requests of 52 lodges of other Grand Jurisdictions and performed fraternal courtesies. The requests for the fraternal courtesies were received through the offices of the respective Grand Secretaries and were transmitted to Missouri Lodges for the attention and action of the Officers and Members. Constituent Lodges of Missouri made 81 requests of lodges of other states for fraternal courtesies: Conferrals of degrees, investigations to determine fitness for reinstatement to good standing after suspension for non-payment ofdues, investigations to determine fitness of petitioners to receive the Degrees of Masonry, investigations to determine fitness for affiliation, assistance with the preparation of the Application for Admission to the Masonic Home of Missouri, presentation of the FIFTY-YEAR BUTTON of the Grand Lodge of Missouri to veteran brothers living outside the State of Missouri, inquiries for information on the whereabouts and conditions of "lost" brothers, requests for the information of the date of death of deceased brothers, requests for the provision of gifts at Christmas time, requests for visitation of aged and incapacitated brothers, etc. In addition, many requests for facts of Masonic history were exchanged and processed to provide verification of Masonic affiliation to su pport membership in an appendant (adoptive or youth) organization of The Masonic Family and for genealogy research, to complete membership records in the transactions of transfer of membership, to provide the latest mailing address for affiliates of other Masonic bodies. No record was kept on the great number of these requests for fraternal courtesies. Authorizations for Masonic Funeral Services were given and received; the count of these fraternal courtesies is not included in the figures printed above. FIFTY-YEAR BUTTON PRESENTATIONS

The Grand Lodge and the Constituent Lodges of Missouri gave honor and extended recognition to 365 Veteran Brothers with the award of the FIFTYYEAR BUTTON during the Year 1984-1985. M.W. Grand Master Vern H. Schneider approved the presentations of the Fifty-Year Button of the Grand Lodge of Missouri to Brother Master Masons who attained the distinguished status of Fifty-Year Member by the faithful interest in the well-being of our Brotherhood for 50 years. RECIPIENTS OF THE FIFTY-YEAR BUTTON OF THE GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI JULY

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Acacia Lodge No. 602: James M. Silvey, Jr. Adair Lodge No. 366: Harold H. Wigal, Kenneth Shipman, Eugene U. Still Alton Lodge No. 255: George Dan Gohn America Lodge No. 347: Gerald Nelson, John Elmer Schaab Ancient Craft Lodge No. 377: Maurice L. McCrea, Sr., Dale DeVerne Kier, Cecil W.

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Appleton City Lodge No. 412: John B. Browning, Oliver Philip Lampkin, Allen Zink Athens Lodge No. 127: V. S. Hardin Aurora Theodore Roosevelt Lodge No. 267: Alvin E. Snasdell, Robert Ralph Russell Beacon Lodge No.3: Wallace I. Gates Belle Lodge No. 373: Leslie J. Hults, Clifford Seba Belton Lodge No. 450: Richard Edward George, Terrill Hubner Yocum Benjamin Franklin Lodge No. 642: Maurice Goldstein, Irvin Susman Bethany Lodge No. 97: Eldon W. Perkins Bloomfield Lodge No. 153: Elvis A. Mooney, Jr., Eldon Proffer, Robert N. Corbin Bolivar Lodge No. 195: Bazil W. Frazier Bosworth Lodge No. 597: Henry Galbrecht Branson Lodge No. 587: Thomas Homer Chaney, Clarence M. Parkey, Tom E. Daly, Theodore C. Hirsch Bridgeton Lodge No. 80: Ernest Wade Brown, Walter Frank Rocklage, William John

Doerr, Oscar Sutter, Jr., Charles W. Baker Brookfield Lodge No. 86: Virgil W. Jones Brotherhood Lodge No. 269: Zephrin E. Beattie Butler Lodge No. 254: William Fred Riddle Cache Lodge No. 416: Clarence J. Werner California Lodge No. 183: John Thomas Peters, Frank H. Kubli Callao Lodge No. 38: Glen C. Long Cambridge Lodge No. 63: C. Alex McBurney Canopy Lodge No. 284: Frank A. Roark, Newman L. Howard Carl Junction Lodge No. 549: Ollie O. Brown Carthage Lodge No. 197: Leslie W. Dunham, Wilbur Austin Warman Chamois Lodge No. 185: August P. Trost Charleston Lodge No. 407: Homer Dewey Stanfill Christian Lodge No. 392: Frank L. Robinson Clay Lod~e No. 207: Floyd V. Martin Clayton Lodge No. 601: Harry Paul Materne, William R. Dunham Clinton Lodge No. 548: Waldo Feaster, Leaman Leonard Dorrance Jr., Ruben Dewey

Garnett, Rolla Hannibal Bradley Columbia Lodge No. 534: Hubert R. Baumgarth, Francis L. Henderson Compass Lodge No. 120: Harley G. Field Competition Lodge No. 432: Olan Light Composite Lodge No. 369: Ivan E. Newberry, Mabrey L. Gary, Acel L. Showman Cooper Lodge No. 36: Thomas Elkington, Charles William Kirton, Thomas Howard

Owens Cosby Lodge No. 600: Ivan Brosi, Joseph C. Schneider Craft Lodge No. 287: David Francis Vppinghouse Crane Lodge No. 519: Raymond E. Parks Crestwood Lodge No. 669: Robert Joseph Strudell Cunningham Lodge No. 525: Roy L. McCollom, Robert J. Bedell Decatur Lodge No. 400: Orville Edward Wright Dexter Lodge No. 532: B. S. McQuary, Albert Kruse East Gate Lodge No. 630: Robert Albin Dunn, Russell Neal Welker, William Edgar Coppedge, Albert C. Jenkins, Verne J. Andrews, Joseph Clyde Sullivan Edina Lodge No. 291: Edgar Fetters, James Luke Cornelius Euclid Lodge No. 505: Charles R. Fletcher Fellowship Lodge No. 345: Glenn Arthur Watkins, Comer S. Sellers, Carroll K. Dreppard Ferguson Lodge No. 542: Delbert Miller, Jr., John Russell Morris Foster Lodge No. 554: W. Carl Trogdon Fraternal Lodge No. 363: Gwynne Zumwalt, Walter F. Kommer Friend Lodge No. 352: Flozzy Ledbetter, Howard T. Breazeale, Joe Howard Friendship Lodge No. 89: Arthur Eldon Hoover

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Fulton Lodge No. 48: F. Maurice Bloom Gardenville Lodge No. 655: Elmer A. L. Crecelius Gate City Lodge No. 522: Thomas E. Calloway, Howard F. Rowley Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422: B. J. Tidmore, Daile Dean Keigley Good Hope Lodge No. 218: Owen E. Beck Granby Lodge No. 514: Fred H. Shewmake, Orvis James Rowell, Paul Scholes Kelly Grand River Lodge No. 276: James T. Majors Grandview Lodge No. 618: Wade W. Humble Granite Lodge No. 272: Ira W. Barnes Greensburg Lodge No. 414: Lesco Arbie March Greentop Lodge No. 635: Alfred D. Long Hannibal Lodge No. 188: James Orville Dotson Harmony Lodge No. 499: Gustave Vogel, Jr. Hazelwood Lodge No. 459: Morgan R. Walker Hebron Lodge No. 354: Clark Newbrough, Lawrence William Roberson Henderson Lodge No. 477: William H. Pursley Hermann Lodge No. 123: Raymond W. Birkel, George Van Horn, Adie Estes Hickory Hill Lodge No. 211: Harold Smith Higbee Lodge No. 527: Ralph Warren Dorman Hiram Lodge No. 362: Orville Wayne Worrell Hope Lodge No. 251: Stanley Howard Wilke Hornersville Lodge No. 215: Tommie Warren Owen, Nelson Bone Tinnin Iberia Lodge No. 410: James M. Workman, Roy W. Irwin Independence Lodge No. 76: M. W. Sudbrock Ionic Lodge No. 154: George Augustus Counts, Emmett Orville Shelley Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446: Irvin William Steil, Gale G. Carter, Edgar F. Smith, Jr., Victor

Letts Prudden, William Francis Motsinger, Ralph Wayne Nusser, Lester Everett Oberholtz, Clarence K. Waldron Jackson Lodge No. 82: Warren W. Dray, Walter C. Hotaling Jefferson Lodge No. 43: Jasper L. Trimble, Elsner Boone Chiles, W. F. Sappenfield, William H. Sherwood, Jr., Odus A. Benefiel Jennings Lodge No. 640: Ollie John Haupt, Horace Albert Ruhmann, James Dewitt Hawkins Joachim Lodge No. 164: Julius T. Hausgen, Harris E. Williams Jonesburg Lodge No. 457: Alexander Milton Bryant Joplin Lodge No. 335: Walter Mathew Davis King Hill Lodge No. 376: Earl L. Wieland (Weiland), Albert C. Kronenberger, Leonard V. Swanson, Charles F. Edwards, Harold T. Maxwell, Trenton C. Doane Kirksville Lodge No. 105: John M. Conner, Samuel C. Poe, Glen W. Novinger Kirkwood Lodge No. 484: Roy Chard Ross, Charles Harold Leslie Laddonia Lodge No. 115: T. Howard Christopher Lakeville Lodge No. 489: Roby Phillip Barks Lamar Lodge No. 292: Elbert J. Mann Lambskin Lodge No. 460: Robert B. Decker, William C. Scheitlin La Plata Lodge No. 237: Everett D. Ausmus, Donald L. Nickerson Latimer Lodge No. 145: Bryan B. Austin, Lewis Weldon Austin Leadwood Lodge No. 598: James Houston Scott Lebanon Lodge No. 77: Patrick Tinning Earney, Frank Carter Norvell, Troy Clifford Mager Lexington Lodge No. 149: Erwin J. Rodenberg Lick Creek Lodge No. 302: Eugene S. McClintic, Gordon Brashears Kerr Lincoln Lodge No. 138: Glenn R. Wardlow Lockwood Lodge No. 521: Alva E. Ellis Magnolia Lodge No. 626: George W. Von Hoffman, James J. Ritterskamp, Jr., Harry L. Schaeffer

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Maplewood Lodge No. 566: John David Ditch, Jr. Marceline Lodge No. 481: Lawrence A. Davis Memphis Lodge No. 16: Marion Ed Daggs, Charles E. Long Mendon Lodge No. 628: Julius H. Gebhardt Meridian Lodge No.2: William Cletis Case Missouri-Commonwealth Lodge No.1: Alexander Thomas Grossius, Floyd Joseph Adams Mizpah Lodge No. 639: Charles G. Bueltmann, Eugene L. Grimm, Ellroy M. Marty Moberly Lodge No. 344: Earl Halley Mokane Lodge No. 612: Alfred Elmo Swearingen Monett Lodge No. 129: Emmett E. King Monroe Lodge No. 64: Marvin Ray Painter Montgomery Lodge No. 246: Richard Bailey Ball Mt. Olive Lodge No. 439: Elbert D. Cass Mt. Washington Lodge No. 614: Richard Overman Snyder, John Jefferson Davis Mt. Zion Lodge No. 327: Lealon Epps, Clarence Raymond Kentch Mystic Tie Lodge No. 221: Pertle E. Propst Naphtali Lodge No. 25: Ira F. Sornson, Mahlon H. Fite, George J. Boyadjis Neosho Lodge No. 247: Howard L. Ratekin, Karl David Hoffman New Bloom[wld Lodge No. 60: Clark Haid Wehmeyer New Hope Lodge No. 199: Robert F. Sanders, James H. Powell New London Lodge No. 307: Guy Chalmers Okes Nodaway Lodge No. 470: Raymond W. Arthur, Aubrey M. Chambers, Paul C. Foster, Clarence D. Lloyd Northeast Lodge No. 643: Frederick L. Lasley Norwood Lodge No. 622: John Frank Little Olive Branch Lodge No. 576: Hyman Bournstein Oregon Lodge No. 139: John Ramsey Eiser Orient Lodge No. 546: Richard Charles Jensen, Edmund Morison Hawley, Guy Samuel Simmons, Thomas Harrison, Elmer Mathis, Oren R. Brookshire, Barney Samuel Ricketts Osage Lodge No. 303: Virgil Hill Mears Shekinah Lodge No. 256: Victor Pettus Miles, Glenn A. Gross Sikeston Lodge No. 31O:James H. Hayden,Jr., William D. Hayden, Edgar N. Leech,James A. Hayden, Dellar A. Mott, Tharon E. Stallings, Carl C. Wilkinson, Dennis E. Walker Solomon Lodge No. 271: Lawson Doolin Gorman, Elgin Curtis Watson South Gate Lodge No. 547: Barclay F. Meador, Hugh D. Sanders, Albert E. Smith,joseph H. Story Southwest Lodge No. 466: Lewis L. Scott Sparta Lodge No. 296: Roy Mason St. john Star Lodge No. 419: joseph C. Brinkman, Ray Francis, C. E. Nevitt Sullivan Lodge No. 69: Robert F. Wells, Odes Ronald Erni Summersville Lodge No. 555: J. E. Summers Swope Park Lodge No. 617: Henry Dukes Bledsoe, Lowell Wright Lemons, Wm. Ernest Bullock, Hollis Wayne Lancaster Tebbetts Lodge No. 565: William Henry Hazlett, Stanley M. (Maurice) Sitton Triangle Lodge No. 638: Wilder L. Carden Trowel Lodge No. 440: Harry Buford Bridges Twilight Lodge No. 114: Harold C. Duncan Union Lodge No. 593: Louis August Zimmermann Unionville Lodge No. 210: Fredric Hunt, Marple Scott Wyckoff United Lodge No.5: Edd Allega Williams, Clifford Clinton Ramey, George W. Clarkson Van Buren Lodge No. 509: Henry Arthur Deaner Vandalia Lodge No. 491: George H. Strother Versailles Lodge No. 320: Sam E. Jones, Jewel L. Stevinson Vienna Lodge No. 94: Carlos Ben Roberds

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Wakanda Lodge No. 52:John William Gosnell, Raymond Edward Melton, Raymond Ollie Huffman, Estyl Oliver Robinson, R. H. Dyer, Otto Boelsen, John H. Platz Warren Lodge No. 74: John E. Finnell Washington Lodge No. 87: Byron Howser, Homer R. Durnell, George L. Kramer Waverly Lodge No. 61: Cameron W. Brownfield Webster Lodge No. 98: Marshal Magee Wellston Lodge No. 613: Harry Raymond Bradley, Harold C. Walton, James B. Davenport West Gate Lodge No. 445: Silas Carl Dietz Western Light Lodge No. 396: Raymond B. Marsh Whitesville Lodge No. 162: Sheldon B. Beecher, Forrest G. Roberts Windsor Lodge No. 29: Glen W. Sampson, Jesse O.Johns, Harold E. Bowen, D. L. Powell,

Waldo P. Wheeler, William Matt Acker

York Lodge No. 563: Claude Holman Anderson, William J. Bennett Zeredatha Lodge No. 189: Harry Franklin Arnold, Hooker Newton Tospon, Charles F.

Ruehmekorf, Robert E. Holtslander CERTIFICATES AND CARDS FOR RITUAL PROFICIENCY

The Grand Secretary wrote the certificates and the cards for the authorized instructors in the Proficiency or Candidates Lectures (Subdivision I), the cards for the authorized instructors (Subdivision II - Part 1 and Part 2 and Part 3), and the cards for the authorized instructors (Subdivision I I I). The certificates and the 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 of the records of the Reports of the Examining Committees, prepared quarterly reports on the certificates and cards issued during the respective periods for the Chairman and Members of the Ritual Committee, and prepared the cumulative report for the Year July 1, 1984-June 30,1985. The names of the Master Masons whose applications were approved and for whom certificates and cards were written and mailed by direct, personally addressed correspondence are included in the Report of the Committee on Ritual The Grand Secretary wrote 278 certificates and cards for Subdivision I, 167 cards for Subdivision II, and 51 cards for Subdivision III. SUBDIVISION I Originals First Renewals (A) Second Renewals (B) Third Renewals (C) Fourth Renewals (D) Fifth Renewals (E) Gold Sixth Renewals (F) Gold Seventh Renewals (G) Gold Eighth Renewals (H) Gold Ninth Renewals (I) Gold Tenth Renewals Gold Eleventh Renewals (K) Gold Twelfth Renewals (L) Gold Fourteenth Renewals (N) Gold

SUBDIVISION II Originals First Renewals (A) Second Renewals (B)

97 34 25 29 20 15

17 12

7 , 8 9 3 I , I

Part I 18

, 7 14

Third Renewals (C) Fourth Renewals (D) Fifth Renewals (E) Gold Sixth Renewals (F) Gold . . . . . . . . . . . .. Seventh Renewals (G) Gold Ninth Renewals (I) Gold Tenth Renewals Gold Eleventh Renewals (K) Gold

SUBDIVISION II -

6 7 4 4 2 2 I 1

Part 2

Originals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 8 First Renewals (A) 4 Second Renewals (B) 12 Third Renewals (C) 3 Fourth Renewals (D) 11 Fifth Renewals (E) Gold . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2 Sixth Renewals (F) Gold . . . . . . . . . . . .. 5 Seventh Renewals (G) Gold 2 Ninth Renewals (I) Gold 2 Eleventh Renewals (K) Gold 1

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Originals 10 First Renewals (A) 10 Second Renewals (B) 8 Third Renewals (C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 7 Fourth Renewals (D) 5 Fifth Renewals (E) Gold 3 Sixth Renewals (F) Gold . . . . . . . . . . . .. 4

Seventh Renewals (G) Gold Eighth Renewals (H) Gold Eleventh Renewals (K) Gold

" 2 " I " I

SUBDIVISION III Originals First Renewals (A) Second Renewals (B)

MISSOURI LODGES Al"n CANDIDATES YOUNGER THAN

25 11 9 YEARS OF AGE

The Constituent Lodges of Missouri submitted a supplemental report with the 1985 Annual Return and provided information on the number of candidates between the ages of 18 and 21 years. Number of Petitioners between the ages of 18 and 21 91 Number of Petitioners between the ages of 18 and 21 "ELECTED" 89 Number of Candidates between the ages of 18 and 21 "INITIATED" 90 Number of Candidates between the ages of 18 and 21 "PASSED" 53

Number of Candidates between the ages of 18 and 21 "RAISED" .47 N umber of Master Masons between the ages of 18 and 21 who made satisfactory proficiency in the Master Mason (Third) Degree 34 Number of Master Masons between the ages of 18 and 21 holding office: ELECTIVE or APPOINTIVE 22

AREA MEETINGS: FALL-WIl"TER

1984-1985

M.W. Grand Master Vern H. Schneider conducted 17 AREA MEETINGS for Lodge Officers and Masonic Home Information Representatives during the months of October, November, December, and January. Information notices (invitations-announcements) were sent to four officers of each Constituent Lodge (Worshipful Master with the materials for the Masonic Home Information Representative included, Senior Warden,Junior Warden, Secretary - mailed by personally and individually addressed correspondence), to Past Grand Masters, to Grand Lodge Officers, to Emeritus Grand Lodge Officers, to District Deputy Grand Masters, to District Deputy Grand Lecturers, to Chairmen and Members of Grand Lodge Committees. The Grand Lodge sincerely appreciates every kind attention extended by the Officers and Members of the Lodges and the Temple Associations in whose halls the AREA MEETINGS were held, and by those who prepared and served the "GOOD MEN'S MEALS" - the very essential part of every successful Masonic gathering. AREA I - ROLLA - THURSDAY EVEI\:ING, OCTOBER 25, 1984 Lodge Officers Present 59 Masonic Home Information Representatives Present 7* District Deputy Grand Masters Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 District Deputy Grand Lecturers Present _3_ TOTAL AREA ATTENDANCE........................... 73(61.7%)t Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present _11_ TOTAL ATTENDANCE.................................. 84

* Without duplication. t Masonic Home Information Representatives excluded in the calculation of the percentage of area attendance.

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AREA 2 - BOONVILLE - MONDA Y EVENING, OCTOBER 29, 1984 Lodge Officers Present 94 Masonic Home Information Representatives Present 16* District Deputy Grand Masters Present. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 District Deputy Grand Lecturers Present _6_ TOTAL AREA ATTENDANCE........................... 122(75.77%)t Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present -.!lTOTAL ATTENDANCE.................................. 135 AREA 3 - FLAT RIVER - TUESDAY EVENING, OCTOBER 30, 1984 Lodge Officers Present 74 Masonic Home Information Representatives Present 12* District Deputy Grand Masters Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 District Deputy Grand Lecturers Present _3_ TOTAL AREA ATTENDANCE 92(73%)t Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .-!1..TOTAL ATTENDANCE.................................. 104 AREA4-WESTPLAINS- THURSDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER8, 1984 Lodge Officers Present 54 Masonic Home Information Representatives Present 7* District Deputy Grand Masters Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 District Deputy Grand Lecturers Present. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. _3_ TOTAL AREA ATTENDANCE 66(58%)t Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present _8_ TOTAL ATTENDANCE.................................. 74 AREA5-SPRINGFIELD-FRIDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER9, 1984 Lodge Officers Present 61 Masonic Home Information Representatives Present II * District Deputy Grand Masters Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 District Deputy Grand Lecturers Present _1_ TOTAL AREA ATTENDANCE............................. 75(60.4%)t Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present _7_ TOTAL ATTENDANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 AREA6-CARTHAGE-SATURDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER 10,1984 Lodge Officers Present 99 Masonic Home Information Representatives Present 16* District Deputy Grand Masters Present. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 District Deputy Grand Lecturers Present , _5_ TOTAL AREA ATTENDANCE........................... 125(65.27%)t Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present _9_ TOTAL ATTENDANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 AREA 7 - SAINT JOSEPH - FRIDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER 16, 1984 Lodge Officers Present 134 Masonic Home Information Representatives Present 20* District Deputy Grand Masters Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 District Deputy Grand Lecturers Present , _6_ TOTAL AREA ATTENDANCE........................... 166(68%)t * Without duplication. t Masonic Home Information Representatives excluded in the calculation of the percentage of area attendance.

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Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present TOTAL ATTENDANCE..................................

16 182

AREA8-GALLATIN-SATURDAY AFTERNOON,NOVEMBER Lodge Officers Present Masonic Home Information Representatives Present District Deputy Grand Masters Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . District Deputy Grand Lecturers Present TOTAL AREA ATTENDANCE............................ Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present TOTAL ATTENDANCE..................................

17, 1984 41 3* 3 _3_ 50(50%)t _7_ 57

AREA 9-BROOKFIELD-SATURDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER 17, 1984 Lodge Officers Present 26 Masonic Home Information Representatives Present 2* District Deputy Grand Masters Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 District Deputy Grand Lecturers Present. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. _3_ TOTAL AREA ATTENDANCE............................ 34(58.2%)t Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present _6_ TOTAL ATTENDANCE.................................. 40 AREA 10-MEXICO- THURSDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER29, 1984 Lodge Officers Present 83 Masonic Home Information Representatives Present 10* District Deputy Grand Masters Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 District Deputy Grand Lecturers Present _2_ TOTAL AREA ATTENDANCE 100(74.2%)t Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present ..l!.. TOTAL ATTENDANCE.................................. 114 AREA 11-SAINTLOUIS-FRIDAYEVENING, NOVEMBER30, Lodge Officers Present Masonic Home Information Representatives Present District Deputy Grand Masters Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . District Deputy Grand Lecturers Present TOTAL AREA ATTENDANCE Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present TOTAL ATTENDANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. AREA 12-CLINTON - FRIDAY EVENING, DECEMBER 7,1984 Lodge Officers Present Masonic Home Information Representatives Present District Deputy Grand Masters Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . District Deputy Grand Lecturers Present. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. TOTAL AREA ATTENDANCE Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present TOTAL ATTENDANCE..................................

1984 232 45* 6 _7_ 290(80%)t

.21... 327

103 15* 5 _5_ 128(75.33%)t _8_ 136

AREA 13-INDEPENDENCE-SATURDAY EVENING, DECEMBER8, 1984 Lodge Officers Present. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Masonic Home Information Representatives Present 24*

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District Deputy Grand Masters Present District Deputy Grand Lecturers Present TOTAL AREA ATTENDANCE Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present TOTAL ATTENDANCE

. . . .

. 172(76.5%)t 17 189

AREA 14-CANTON-FRIDAYEVENING,DECEMBER 14,1984 Lodge Officers Present Masonic Home Information Representatives Present District Deputy Grand Masters Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . District Deputy Grand Lecturers Present TOTAL AREA ATTENDANCE Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present TOTAL ATTENDANCE..................................

41 8* 3 1 53(64.3%)t 5 58

AREA 15-KIRKSVILLE-SATURDAY EVE:--JING,DECEMBER 15,1984 Lodge Officers Present 57 Masonic Home Information Representatives Present 4* 2 District Deputy Grand Masters Present. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _2_ District Deputy Grand Lecturers Present TOTAL AREA ATTENDANCE............................ 65(58.65%)t Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present _7_ TOTAL ATTENDANCE.................................. 72 AREA 16-NEWMADRID-FRIDAYEVENING,JANUARY 11, 1985 Lodge Officers Present 62 Masonic Home Information Representatives Present 9* 4 District Deputy Grand Masters Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _4_ District Deputy Grand Lecturers Present TOTAL AREA ATTENDANCE 79(58.33%)t Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present -.!..!L TOTAL ATTE:--JDANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 AREA 17-POPLARBLUFF-SATURDAYEVENING,JA:--JCARY 12, 1985 Lodge Officers Present 51 Masonic Home Information Representatives Present 6* 4 District Deputy Grand Masters Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _3_ District Deputy Grand Lecturers Present TOTAL AREA ATTENDANCE............................ 64(80%)t Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present ---.UL TOTAL ATTENDANCE.................................. 77 CRAl\;D LODGE MOl\;EY

GENERAL FCND - Approved Depository: Boatmen's First National Bank of Kansas City DEPOSITS: The payments of Constituent Lodges of the "AMOUNT DCE GRAND LODGE" per the Annual Returns Interest income on investments Receipts from sale of the publications of the Committee on Masonic

* Without

duplication.

t Masonic Home Information Representative excluded in the calculation of the per-

centage of area attendance.

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Education by transfer from Revolving Account Miscellaneous receipts WITHDRAWALS: The payments to the Masonic Home of Missouri and the George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association of initiation fees, to the Masonic Home of Missouri of per capita, and to the Masonic Service Association of the United States on the two (2) direct appropriations of the Grand Lodge. The payments on the costs of printing and distribution of the quarterly issues of The Freemason Magazine. The transfer of funds to the Imprest Account as reimbursements for authorized disbursements. The transfer of funds to the Grand Lodge Committee on Relief and Charity. The transfer of funds to the Grand Lodge Committee on Mileage and Per Diem. The payment of other expenditures on budget and by special authorization. DISASTER AND RELIEF FUND - Approved Depository: Boatmen's First National Bank of Kansas City DEPOSITS: The contributions received from Lodges for the Grand Lodge DisasterRelief Charity Program. WITHDRAWALS: Donation to Charity, on direction of the Grand Lodge Charity Committee. IMPREST ACCOUNT - Approved Depository: The Exchange National Bank of Jefferson City DEPOSITS: Reimbursements by transfer of funds from the General Fund for the authorized disbursements previously made. WITHDRAWALS: The payment of the costs relative to the operation of the Grand Lodge as allocated by the approved budget. REVOLVING ACCOUNT - Approved Depository: The Exchange National Bank of Jefferson City DEPOSITS Receipts from the sale of books, publications, forms, supplies ofthe Grand Lodge; the annual dues receipt cards; District Deputy Grand Master and District Deputy Grand Lecturer Aprons; Past Dist!'ict Deputy Grand Master and Past District Deputy Grand Lecturer Silver Lapel Pins; Grand Lodge Officer Lapel Pins. WITHDRAWALS: Payments on the costs of items sold to Lodge and to individuals through the Grand Lodge Office, and on such other transactions as have been and are authorized and approved. THE FREEMASON ACCOUr\T - Approved Depository: The Exchange National Bank of Jefferson City

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DEPOSITS: The remittances on the subscriptions of interested persons at the rate of $2.00 per year WITHDRAWALS: Payments to the General Fund of the Grand Lodge for each issue of the magazine at the rate of $0.50 per subscription. MILEAGE AND PER DIEM ACCOUNT - Approved Depository: The Exchange National Bank of Jefferson 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 expenses on attendance at the Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge as prescribed by Grand Lodge Law. The records of the receipts and the disbursements have been submitted to the Auditor for examination. The Report of the Auditor verifies the accounts and the records. DISTRIBUTION OF 1984 "CUMULATIVE ANNUAL POCKET PART" The 1984 "Cumulative Annual Pocket Part," prepared by the Grand Lodge Committee on By-Laws, was mailed as follows:

1. Four (4) copies to each Constituent Lodge, addressed in care of the respective Secretary, for the use of the Officers and Members. 2. Copies to each Official of the Grand Lodge: Grand Lodge Officers, Past Grand Masters, Emeritus Grand Officers, District Deputy Grand Masters, District Deputy Grand Lecturers, Chairmen and Members of Grand Lodge Committees. 3. Copies to other Grand Lodges of the United States and to the organizations of The Masonic Family of Missouri. 4. Copies to individual Brothers who own personal copies of the 1977 Edition of the Constitution and By-Laws -1958, provided name and current address information are recorded in the "Pocket Part File." DISTRIBUTIONS DURING THE GRAND LODGE YEAR

1984-1985

1. Mileage and Per Diem Checks for attendance at the 163rd Annual Communication to Lodge Representatives and others who did not pick them up at the close of the Grand Lodge Session. 2. To the Worshipful Masters and the Secretaries of All Constituent Lodges: The announcement of the two (2) Charity Programs of M.W. Grand Master Vern H. Schneider - (A) "A PENNY A DAY FOR THE MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI," with a supply of GOLD SEALS to be affixed to the Dues Receipt Cards of Brothers who contributed at least $3.65; (B) DISASTER-RELIEF CHARITY PROGRAM. 3. Packets to all lodges and to all on the official mailing list. CONTENTS: Propositions ADOPTED at 163rd Annual Communication; Propositions REJECTED at 163rd Annual Communication; Proposed Amendments of Grand Lodge By-Laws presented at the 163rd Annual Communication (September 1984) to lie over for action at the 164th Annual Communication (September 1985); Grand Lodge Achievement Award: STANDARDS AND APPLICATION; Charity Projects for the Grand Lodge Year 1984-1985; Masonic Education Committee Programs: Slide and Film

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6. 7. 8.

10. 11.

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Programs; Masonic Home of Missouri; The Freemason Magazine: Name and Address of Editor; Order Form - "LIST OF LODGES MASONIC 1985"; Roster of Names, Addresses, Telephone Numbers: Grand Lodge Officers 1984-1985, Past Grand Masters, Emeritus Grand Officers, District Deputy Grand Masters, District Deputy Grand Lecturers, Chairmen and Members of Grand Lodge Committees. Correspondence of M.W. Grand Master Vern H. Schneider to newly installed Worshipful Master per the Name-Address information entered on the "Report of Installation of Officers," relative to the appointment of the Masonic Home Information Representative and the Lodge Masonic Education Officer. Written notice to the Worshipful Master and the Secretary of each Lodge that lacked representation at the 163rd Annual Communication (September 1984 at Saint Louis), as set forth in Section 7.230(b): November 15, 1984 and August 15, 1985. Copies to Senior Warden, Junior Warden, District Deputy Grand Master, District Deputy Grand Lecturer. Notification to the Lodges of the 6th Masonic District of the appointment of R.W. Brother Robert E. Rineman as the District Deputy Grand Master for the unexpired term 1984-1985. Notification to the Lodges of the 60th Masonic District of the appointment of R.W. Brother Paul Patton as the District Deputy Grand Master for the unexpired term 1984-1985. ANNOUNCEMENT-INVITATION for AREA MEETINGS: FALL-WINTER 1984-1985 to four officers of each Lodge (Worshipful Master, Senior Warden, Junior Warden, Secretary), to the Masonic Home Information Representatives, and to all on the official mailing list. The Masonic Service Association "SHORT TALK BULLETIN" and the cover informational correspondence of RW. Brother John W. Siscel, Director of the Lodge Education Officer Program of the Grand Lodge Committee, to the Masonic Education Officers of all Lodges for each month: January-September. PROCLAMATION of M.W. Grand Master Vern H. Schneider of the Month of March 1985 to be Masonic Education Month to all Lodges, to all Lodge Masonic Education Officers, and to all on the official mailing list. DIRECTIVE of M.W. Grand Master Vern H. Schneider relative to the formal presentation of the pamphlet "WELCOMEl TO THE MASONIC FRATERNITY" to each newly initiated Entered Apprentice immediately after the completion of the ritualistic conferral of the First Degree of Masonry to all Lodges, to all Lodge Masonic Education Officers, and to all on the official mailing list. PROCLAMATION ofM.W. Grand Master Vern H. Schneider of the Month of May 1985 to be Masonic Service Month to all Lodges with Application Sheet for Grand Master's Certificate of Merit included and to all on the official mailing list. PROCLAMATION of M.W. Grand Master Vern H. Schneider of the Month of September 1985 to be Federal Constitution Month to all Lodges and to all on the official mailing list. Instructions to Lodges (Lodge Secretaries) on sending the total amounts of the contributions for the "AT LEAST A PENNY A DAY" Charity Project to the Masonic Home, with" 1985 REPORT CARD" and self-addressed envelope included. First ANNOUNCEMENT-INVITATION for the 164thAnnuaiCommunication to be held at Saint Louis on September 30 and October 1, 1985, with hotel ratereservation cards to all Lodges and to all on the official mailing list. Computer Print-Outs of NAMES-ADDRESSES of Master Masons, with cover letter and instructions for update and correction, to all Lodges addressed in care of Lodge Secretaries. Worshipful Masters received cover letter and instructions. Duplicate Blanks for the 1985 Annual Return, with sheets of instructions and related pages for supplemental reports to all Lodges addressed in care of Lodge Secretaries. Worshipful Masters, District Deputy Grand Masters, District Deputy

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Grand Lecturers received appropriate cover correspondence and sheets of instructions. Information for Worshipful Master, Senior Warden, Junior Warden of each Chartered Lodge on the deputation of "PROXY" and on the appointment of a Master Mason of the Lodge as the Representative for "ATTENDANCE RECORDS ONLY." The "Canary Yellow 1985 Proxy Card" was included with the correspondence for the three (3) officers respectively. Copy of the correspondence was sent to all Lodge Secretaries for their information. No PROXY card was provided for Lodge Secretaries; Grand Lodge Law has no provision for the Secretary to depute a Proxy. Information to the Officers and Members of all Constituent Lodges on the availability for purchase of the FOURTEENTH PRINTING, 1985 of the Masonic Manual of Missouri - the regular (small) black, hard-bound book - with two (2) new sections included: The Ritual for the Reception of Distinguished Guests and The Test Oath. Information to the Officers and Members of all Constituent Lodges of the availability for purchase of the FOURTEENTH PRINTING, 1985 of the Masonic Manual of Missouri - the large black, hard-bound book - with two (2) new sections included: The Ritual for the Reception of Distinguished Guests and The Test Oath. Instructions to Lodges on the CEREMONIAL PRESENTATION OF CONTRIB UTIONS for the 1985 Grand Lodge DISASTER-RELIEF CHARITY PROGRAM during the 164th Annual Communication - Monday Afternoon, September 30, 1985. Second ANNOUNCEMENT-INVITATION about the 164th Annual Communication to all Lodges addressed in care of the Lodge Secretaries, to all Worshipful Masters, and to all on the official mailing list. ANNOUNCEMENT-INVITATION of the Grand Lodge and the Masonic Home of Missouri for the public ceremony of laying the cornerstone of the NEW MASONIC HOME WESTERN UNIT on Sunday Afternoon, September 15, 1985. Checks were written for District Deputy Grand Masters and District Deputy Grand Lecturers in payment of the Expense Allowance, per the payments by Lodges of the respective Masonic Districts with the 1985 Annual Returns. The Grand Master's Certificate of Merit was awarded to the Worshipful Masters whose Lodges participated in MASONIC EDUCATION MONTH and ~ASONIC SERVICE MONTH in accordance with the standards set forth in the respective PROCLAMATIONS of M.W. Grand Master Vern H. Schneider. MISCELLANIES

1. The form "REPORT ON INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS" was sent to each Lodge at the beginning of the month when the annual election of officers is held, per the Lodge By-Laws, as entered in the 1984 Annual Returns. "Machine" copies of the Installation Reports were sent to the Grand ~aster, the Deputy Grand Master, the Senior Grand Warden, the Grand Lecturer, the District Deputy Grand Masters, the District Deputy Grand Lecturers. 2. The booklet "PLANNING FOR THE EAST" was sent to the newly-installed Senior Warden of each Lodge per the name-address information entered on the "Report of Installation of Officers." The booklet is the publication of the Grand Lodge Committee on Masonic Education and is provided free of charge to Senior Wardens by that committee. 3. As required by the INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, the roster "MASONIC LODGES OF MISSOURI, WITH MAILING ADDRESSES OF SECRETARIES" was prepared and submitted on April 13, 1985. The 1985 roster contained the Employer Identification Number (EIN) of the Lodges, respectively, as provided by the Lodges and entered in the files of the Grand Lodge Office. 4. The Secretary of the Board of Directors of the Masonic Home of Missouri received

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8. 9.

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the information of NAME-ADDRESS of each newly-installed Lodge Secretary and of the ADDRESS CHANGES for Lodge Secretaries. The Co-ordinator of Fraternal Relations of the Masonic Home received the appointments by Worshipful Masters of the Masonic Home Information Representatives: NAMES and ADDRESSES. The Chairman of the Committee on Masonic Education received the appointments by Worshipful Masters of the Lodge Masonic Education Officers: NAMES and ADDRESSES. The certificates of the GRAND LODGE ACHIEVEMENT AWARD for the Worshipful Master and for the Lodge were issued in accordance with the applications approved by the respective District Deputy Grand Masters and District Deputy Grand Lecturers and by the Chairman of the Committee on Masonic Education. The names of Brother Master Masons of Missouri Lodges reported in the 1984 ANNUAL RETURNS as officially SUSPENDED or EXPELLED were forwarded to the appendant and adoptive organizations of The Masonic Family of Missouri. The Staff of the Grand Lodge Office has prepared information on the Master Masons raised after September 29, 1970 for whom no official report of the date of the Proficiency Examination on the Third Degree is entered in the membership records of the Grand Lodge Office, for distribution to the respective Lodges for the attention and action of the Officers and Members. The Grand Secretary attended and participated in the two Deputy Conferences held in October 1984 at the Masonic Home in Saint Louis and in Independence, the 17 AREA MEETINGS: FALL-WINTER 1984-1985, the Specific Communications of the Grand Lodge for the Ceremonies of Laying Cornerstones and of Dedication of New Halls for Masonic Use, The Missouri Masonic Round Table (December and June at Columbia), the two "pilot" conferences for Lodge Masonic Education Officers at Saint Louis and Kansas City, the meetings of the Grand Lodge Committees on Chartered Lodges and Ways and Means, and the Conferral of the Master Mason Degree by Grand Lodge Officers at Saint Joseph in May. The Grand Secretary and Mrs. Arnold attended the Annual Communications of the following Grand Lodges: Kansas in March, Tennessee in March, and Indiana in May. With the Grand Master, the Grand Secretary attended the Midwest Conference of Grand Masters at Springfield, Illinois in May. GRA]';D LODGE OFFICE STAFF

The Ladies of the Grand Lodge Office Staff - four Friends with sincere interest in all that is Masonic in Missouri and throughout the whole world of Our Fraternity - continue to demonstrate their devoted willingness to undertake any work assignments, even the most menial, for the successful operation of the Grand Lodge Office. They are Friends in their associations with the Officers and Members of the Grand Lodge; they are Friends in their associations, one with another; and more particularly they are Friends of Mrs. Arnold and me. Again, I am truly pleased to acknowledge to the Officers and Members of Our Grand Lodge the spirit of co-operation, the conscientious and diligent attention to duties, the faithfulness and loyalty of the Grand Lodge Office Staff: Mrs. Mrs. Miss Mrs.

Henry Calvin Lori J. Ernest

H. Smith (Darlene Smith), Holts Summit M. Price (Gladys Price), Jefferson City Harris, Fulton M. Raub (Kathleen Raub), Columbia

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Vern H. Schneider, Our Grand Master Has done all the good that he could, By all the ways that he could, At all the times that he could, In all the places that he could, For all the people that he could. Grand Master Vern H. Schneider made himself a part of all that is Masonic in Missouri. He considered well what it means to be a Master Mason. He contemplated upon the many friendships he made and the pleasant associations he had through his Masonic Membership. He showed pride of membership among all who are the Masonic Fraternity - Brothers, Companions, Fraters, Nobles. The well-laid plans for major points of interest and hard work characterize the term of office of M. W. Brother Schneider. The evaluation of the achievement of goals cannot be made during the time of his leadership of the Grand Lodge. The successes from his ideas may not be measured in this Year 19841985; but next year, and the next year, and in all years to come, the Grand Lodge of Missouri will recognize all the good done by the Grand Master of 1984-1985: VERN HAMPTON SCHNEIDER. STATISTICS: JUNE

30, 1984

ADDITIONS: Affiliated by Transfer of Membership Affiliated as Multiple Members Initiated as Entered Apprentices Passed to Degree of Fellow Craft Raised to Degree of Master Mason Reinstated After Suspension for Nonpayment of Dues Reinstated After Suspension for Failure to Show Proficiency in Master Mason Degree Restored After Suspension or Expulsion for Unmasonic Conduct TOTAL ADDITIONS DEDUCTIONS: Suspended for Nonpayment of Dues Suspended for Failure to Show Proficiency in Master Mason Degree Dimitted to Complete Transfer of Membership Dimitted Without Privileges Dimitted From Lodge of "Original" Membership (Multiple) Withdrawal of Multiple Membership Deaths Suspended for Unmasonic Conduct Expelled for Unmasonic Conduct Terminated Affiliation as Entered Apprentices and Fellow Crafts TOTAL DEDUCTIONS NET MEMBERSHIP: June 30, 1984 ... 85,773

. 932 . 100 1,590 1,250 . 1,250 . 1,008 . .

o 3,303

. 1,926 . . .

43 441

. o 1 . . 2,548 . 2 . 3 .

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I submit the report on matters of Grand Lodge Office business that were handled after the deadline date for the printing of the booklet "REPORTS OF OFFICERS AND COMMITTEES." GRAND REPRESENTATIVES

Most Worshipful Grand Master Vern H. Schneider honored Master Masons of Missouri Lodges with the recommendation that they be appointed Grand Representatives of other Grand Lodges near the Grand Lodge of Missouri as follows: R.W. Brother D. Robert Downey, Webster Groves Lodge No. 84 at Webster Groves GRAND LODGE OF GEORGIA Wor. Brother Carl F. Gast, Tuscan Lodge No. 360 at Saint Louis - GRAND LODGE OF ICELAND R.W. Brother O. Wesley Konering, Mount Moriah Lodge No. 40 at Clayton GRAND LODGE OF ISRAEL R.W. Brother Frederick M. Woodruff, Anchor Lodge No. 443 at Crestwood GRAND ORIENT OF ITALY

DISPENSATION

By order of M.W. Grand Master Vern H. Schneider a Dispensation was issued, as follows: On September 25, 1985 to Most Worshipful Past Grand Master J. Edward Blinn authorizing him to open a Specific Communication of the Grand Lodge in the Hall of Norwood Lodge No. 622 at Norwood, Missouri, and to conduct the Grand Lodge Ceremony of Dedication of the New Hall of Norwood Lodge No. 622 for Masonic Use on Saturday Afternoon, September 28, 1985.

Fraternally submitted, FRANK A. ARNOLD,

Grand Secretary. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS

R.W. Brother Walter H. Baird, Chairman, presented the Report of the Committee on Ways and Means: the Budget for the Year October 15, 1985October 14, 1986. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: The Ways and Means Committee met on August 31 and again on September 29, 1985 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: Account No. 42. 43A. 43B. 45. 55.

Insurance Printing, Postage, Stationery Telephone & Telegraph Grand Master's Regalia Mileage and Per Diem

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.

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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 $499,500.00. The following budget is presented to cover the budget year from October 15, 1985 to October 14, 1986. BY DIRECT APPROPRIATIO:\ OF GRAND LODGE Ace. Nos.

I. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

Salary - Grand Secretary Salary - Grand Lecturer Salary - Grand Treasurer Retirement Expense Masonic Service Association Per Capita Masonic Service Association - Hospital Visitation Funds Operating Expenses - Grand Lodge Office Building

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22,500.00 750.00 12,000.00 4,000.00 5,000.00 9,000.00

Committee on Recognition of Foreign Grand Lodges

The Freemason Magazine

100.00 45,000.00 25,000.00

II. Grand Lodge Office Bldg. Reimbursement Fund BY REQlJISITIOJ\i OF GRAND 20. 21. 22. 22A. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30.

$ 27,500.00

~fASTER

Expenses - Grand Master Expenses - Grand Lecturer Expenses - Grand Lodge Officers & Committees Expenses - Special - Deputy Grand Master Conferences of Grand Lodge Officers Conferences of District Deputy Grand Masters and District Deputy Grand Lecturers Conference of Grand Masters and Grand Secretaries Auditing Grand Master's Contingent Fund Expenses of Grand Lodge Session Regional Meetings of Lodge Officers (Area Meetings)

$ 12,000.00

. . . .

9,000.00 6,000.00 2,000.00 6,000.00

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6,000.00 6,500.00 1,000.00 4,000.00 20,000.00

15,000.00

BY REQUISITIO:\ OF (;RAND SECRETARY 40. 41. 42. 43.

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

Salaries - Grand Lodge Office Staff Employees' Tax Expense 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 Incidental and Travel Expenses - Grand Secretary Grand Master's Regalia

. . . . . . . . .

24,000.00 4,250.00 5,000.00 3,750.00 2,000.00 12,000.00 12,250.00 4,000.00 4,500.00

Printing PROCEEDINGS

16,000.00

BY REQCISITION OF 50. 51.

Committee on Correspondence Committee on Masonic Education

. $ 40,000.00 . 6,000.00 . 10,000.00

CO~f~ITrEES

$ .

1,000.00 7,000.00

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Ace. Nos. 51A. Midwest Masonic Education Conference 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 1985-1986

165 3,000.00 500.00 15,000.00 3,500.00 87,500.00 $499,600.00

Respectfully submitted, WILLIAM H CHAPMAII', W. MARIOII' LUNA, WILLIAM H. UTZ, JR.,

RICHARD W. GOFF, OWEN A. SLOAII', WALTER H. BAIRD,

Chairman.

R.W. Brother Baird moved that the Report of the Committee on Ways and Means be adopted. The motion was seconded. By the vote of the Grand Lodge, the Report - the Budget for the Year October IS, 1985-0ctober 14, 1986 - was ADOPTED. REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON ENTERTAINMENT OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS

R.W. Brother Martin B. Toybes, Chairman, presented the Report of the Committee on Entertainment of Distinguished Guests. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: We, the Committee on Entertainment of Distinguished Guests, together with our wives, had the privilege of assisting our Grand Master Vern H. Schneider and his lovely wife, Nada Sue, in extending a warm welcome to the distinguished guests, both locally and from Sister Jurisdictions and Affiliated Bodies, who attended the Grand Lodge Session in St. Louis. The Chase-Park Plaza Hotel served as headquarters for Hotel accommodations and registration of the brethren on Sunday, September 29. The Grand Master's banquet and reception was held in the Tiara Room of the ChasePark Plaza Hotel, Sunday evening. The get acquainted atmosphere was enhanced by the vocal renditions of Bro. Harry Weber and several strolling musicians. On Monday morning, September 30, the Grand Master hosted an Appreciation Breakfast for the District Deputy Grand Masters, and District Deputy Grand Lecturers, in the dining room of the Scottish Rite Cathedral. On Monday at noon, a luncheon was provided in the dining room of the Scottish Rite Cathedral for those attending the Grand Lodge Session. On Monday, the ladies of distinguished guests were assembled for a continental breakfast in the Chase-Park Plaza Hotel; then they were taken to see the historic Campbell House and toured some of old St. Louis. Luncheon was enjoyed by the ladies at the De Menial Mansion, after which, they shopped and explored the Union Station. On Monday evening, the Grand Lodge dinner for all Freemasons, their ladies, friends and guests was held in the dining room of the Scottish Rite Cathedral. A group of Masonic musicians, "The Nostalgia Band" offered entertainment all evening. The Grand Master distributed the Grand Lodge achievement awards to lodges who had met the requirements for the year. Special awards were presented to those lodges who have maintained this standing since its inception ten years ago. Preparations for the Grand Lodge Session were made with the cooperation of many people, too numerous to name and we do appreciate their assistance. To Most Worshipful Grand Master Vern H. Schneider and his wife Mrs. Vern H. Schneider, our heartfelt thanks for their leadership and cooperation. To the Valley of St. Louis, Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite, our appreciation for the use of their beautiful Cathedral and the outstanding efforts of the Commissary Committee with the food and services.

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To the Brethren who so diligently helped to sell tickets for the Grand Lodge dinner and luncheon, our sincere thanks. To the Chase-Park Plaza staff and management, we are grateful for the splendid accommodations and services they rendered. To Frank and Ruth Arnold, a special thanks and appreciation for always being there when needed, making our job less difficult. To the committee members and their wives, thanks for all their efforts in making this Grand Lodge Session a most successful and enjoyable one. The ladies were very gracious hostesses, thanks for a job well done. Fraternally submitted, LESTER E. SCHULTZ, FRANK A. ARNOLD, MARTIN B. TOYBES, Chairman. D. ROBERT DOWNEY, CLIFFORD E. HOHMAN,

R.W. Brother Toybes moved that the Report of the Committee on Entertainment of Distinguished Guests be received and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded. By the vote of the Grand Lodge, the Report of the Committee on Entertainment of Distinguished Guests was RECEIVED. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON CREDENTIALS

R.W. Brother Ray Hilton, Chairman, presented the Report of the Committee on Credentials. To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: Your Committee on Credentials submits the following report: At the present session of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, there are represented 461 Subordinate Lodges, and no Lodges V.D., and there are present:

Grand Lodge Officers 22 Assistant Grand Tilers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Past Grand Masters and Past Grand Officers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 District Deputy Grand Masters 55 District Deputy Grand Lecturers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Past Masters 252 Worshipful Masters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 397 Senior Wardens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 Junior Wardens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 Chairmen and members of Grand Lodge Committees 30 Distinguished Visitors ~ Total 1,213 Actual attendance without duplication 1,213 Lodges without representation 54 Non-voting Master Masons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Fraternally submitted, RAY HILTON, Chairman, DALE A. LUDWIG, CECIL O. BLAYLOCK, CHARLES W. MILLER.. JOHN E. BRUEGGEMANN,

R.W. Brother Hilton moved the acceptance of the Report, subject to corrections. The motion was seconded. By the vote of the Grand Lodge, the Report of the Committee on Credentials was ACCEPTED. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON MILEAGE AND PER DIEM

R.W. Brother Orville L. Livingston, Chairman, presented the Report of the Committee on Mileage and Per Diem.

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To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of M issoun: BRETHREN: Your Committee on Mileage and Per Diem reports amounts paid for attendance at this, the I 64th Annual Communication of this Grand Lodge, held in the City of S1. Louis, September 30 and October I, 1985, as follows:

Grand Lodge Officers Past Grand Masters and Other Past Grand Officers District Deputy Grand Masters District Deputy Grand Lecturers Subtotal Grand Lodge Officers Committees: Appeals and Grievances Building Supervisory Board Credentials Jurisprudence Masonic Education Mileage and Per Diem Ways and Means Chairmen of Other Standing Committees Subtotal of Committees Total of Grand Lodge Officers and Committees Assistant Grand Tilers Representatives of Charter Lodges Representatives of Lodges under Dispensation Fraternally submitted, ORVILLE L. LIVINGSTON, Chairman, NORMAN H. BEHREND, JACK R. CLARK,

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

$ 2,539.30 2,039.90 7,209.90 7,204.40 $18,993.50 436.50 513.90 705.00 648.00 160.00 606.40 474.00 316.50 3,860.30 $22,853.80 560.00 59,711.90 -0$83,125.70

EDWARD A. LANG, CHARLES H. SCHULER.

RW. Brother Livingston moved the acceptance of the Report, subject to correction. The motion was seconded. By the vote of the Grand Lodge, the Report of the Committee on Mileage and Per Diem was ACCEPTED. REMARKS OF R.W. BROTHER ORVILLE L. LIVINGSTON

R.W. Brother Livingston informed the Grand Lodge that RW. Brother Edward A. Lang had declined the appointment to serve as a Member of the Committee on Mileage and Per Diem for the Year 1985-1986. Brother Livingston requested that the Grand Lodge express appreciation to Brother Edward A. Lang, who served 23 years as a Member of the Committee on Mileage and Per Diem. (APPLAUSE) RESOLUTIONS AND PROPOSED AMENDMENTS OF GRAND LODGE CONSmUTION AND GRAND LODGE BY-LAWS PRESENTED TO LIE OVER FOR ACTION AT THE 165TH ANNUAL COMMUNICATION TO BE HELD AT SPRINGFIELD IN SEPTEMBER 1986

The Grand Secretary read the proposals presented to lie over for action at the 165th Annual Communication in September 1986, as follows: PROPOSAL TO AMEND SECTION

OF ARTICLE III OF THE CONSTITUTION

Be It Resolved, that Article III, Section 2 of the Constitution of the Grand Lodge of Missouri, A.F. & A.M. be amended by the addition of the following new Section:

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"Article III, Section 2.01. When elected Deputy Grand Master, the Deputy Grand Master will become Grand Master Elect and will be duly installed as Grand Master, without further election, at the next annual communication of the Grand Lodge." Statement of purpose for the proposed amendment:

The purpose of the proposed amendment to the Constitution is to allow the Deputy Grand Master sufficient time to plan his administration as Grand Master with the certain knowledge that he will become Grand Master at the next annual communication. At present, not knowing that he will be elected Grand Master, the Deputy Grand Master is hampered in planning for his administration. As Grand Master Elect, the Deputy Grand Master will be able to seek out the most capable people to aid him in his administration and receive from them definite commitments that they will serve in his administration. The amendment will also allow the Deputy Grand Master to meet with members of the Grand Lodge Line, his potential appointees, and others to explain his program and aims as Grand Master prior to the Grand Lodge Communication. The Amendment will also provide a smooth transition of administrations in that the present Grand Master will be able to work with the Deputy Grand Master, knowing that he will succeed to the office of Grand Master. Respectfully submitted: Clayton No. 601 LAWRENCE N. WEEl'ICK, P.M. United :'110. 5 JA!\1ES H. COBBAN, P.M. Webster Groves No. 84 WILLIAM H. WISBROCK, P.M. Solomon No. 271 THOMAS K. MCGUIRE, JR., P.M. Webster Groves No. 84 D. ROBERT Dowl'EY, P.M.

PROPOSAL TO AMEND SECTION

1.010

OF THE BY-LAWS

"Be It Resolved, that Section 1.010 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws be amended to change the time at which each Grand Lodge Communication commences from 10:00 A.M. to 9:00 A.M." Statement of Purpose for the proposed amendment:

To expedite the business of the Grand Lodge and add an hour during which business can be conducted. Respectfully submitted: WALTER L. WALKER, P.M. Stella No. 538 CHARLES E. BECRMT, P.M. Saint Joseph No. 78 EDWIN B. BRZEZINSKI, P.M. Crestwood No. 669 WARREN R. MAICHEL, P.M. America No. 347 HERBERT C. HOFF!\1A:"J, P.M. Country Club No. 656

PROPOSAL TO ADD NEW SECTION

4.070

TO THE BY-LAWS

Be It Resolved, that the By-Laws of the Grand Lodge be amended by adding a new Section 4.070 reading as follows:

'The Grand Master appoints and commissions for each district a Master Mason to act as District Education Officer who shall supervise the activities of the Lodge Education Officers and of the Masonic Home Information Representatives of each lodge in said district."

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Statement of purpose for the proposed amendment:

To coordinate and enhance the activities of the Lodge Education Officers and Masonic Home Information Representatives. Respectfully submitted: Stella No. 538 WALTER L. WALKER, P.M. Country Club No. 656 HERBERT C. HUFFMA:'\!, P.M. CHARLES E. BECRAH, P.M. Saint Joseph No. 78 Crestwood No. 669 EDWIN B. BRZEZINSKI, P.M. America No. 347 WARRE]\; R. MAICIIEL, P.M. PROPOSAL TO AMEl\:D SECTIO!'\

5.010

OF THE BY-LAWS

To the Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M of the State of Missouri: It is proposed that Section 5.010 of the By-Laws of the Grand Lodge of Ancient,

Free and Accepted Masons of The State of Missouri should be amended so that the first sentence thereof would provide as follows: "The standing committees are (a) Credentials, (b) Grand Master's Address, (c) Lodges Under Dispensation, (d) Chartered Lodges, (e) Appeals and Grievances, (f) Jurisprudence, (g) Ways and Means, (h) Relief and Charity, (i) Masonic Boards of Relief, U> Necrology, (k) Ritual, (I) Forms and Ceremonies, (m) Mileage and Per Diem, (n) Correspondence, (0) Masonic Education, (p) Building Supervisory Board, (q) Entertainment of Distinguished Guests, (r) By-laws, (s) Grand Lodge Office Building, (t) Youth, and (u) Long Range Planning." In all other respects the existing language of Section 5.010 would remain unchanged. Reason for proposed change:

The purpose of the amendment is to add to the list of standing committees the Youth Committee and the Long Range Planning Committee. Such designation of the Youth Committee would confirm the continuing interest of the Grand Lodge in matters pertaining to the assistance and guidance of your youth. Such designation of the Long Range Planning Committee would confirm the desire of the Grand Lodge to gain the benefit of a long range perspective in planning with respect to all aspects of Masonry. Respectfully submitted: VERN H. SCHNEIDER, P.M. Tuscan No. 360 Acacia No. 602 CHARLES E. SClIEL:RICII, P.M. ROBERT D. JE:"KI:"S, P.M. Country Club No. 656 TIIO~IAS K. MCGL:IRE, JR., P.M. Solomon No. 271 Saint Francois No. 234 P. VI:"CEi\;T KI:'\!KEAD, P.M. Webster Groves No. 84 WII.LIA~I H. WISBROCK, P.M. Webster Groves No. 84 WILLIAM H CHAPMAN, P.M. PROPOSAL TO ADD !'\EW SECTION

5.191

TO THE BY-LAWS

To the Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.AJ. of the State of Missouri:

It is proposed that the By-Laws of the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of The State of Missouri should be amended by adding the following additional Section, which would be referred to as Section 5.191 and would provide as follows: "Section 5.191. YOUTH. The Committee on Youth receives and reviews information which may be furnished to the Grand Lodge from time to time by one or more of the Masonic Youth Organizations, develops and coordinates plans for sup-

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port of Masonic Youth Organizations and other worthy youth activities and upon request of the Grand Master assists him in the development of youth programs which shall be deemed by him to be appropriate." Reason for proposed by-law: It is anticipated that the committee would work closely with representatives of Masonic Youth Organizations and thereby develop communication with such organizations. The committee would also be expected to work closely with the Grand Master to assist him in developing youth programs deemed by him to be appropriate. Respectfully submitted: Tuscan No. 360 VERN H. SCHNEIDER, P.M. Acacia No. 602 CHARLES E. SCHEURICH, P.M. Country Club No. 656 ROBERT D. jENKI1\;S, P.M. Saint Francois No. 234 P. VINCENT KINKEAD, P.M. Webster Groves No. 84 WILLIAM H. WISBROCK, P.M. Webster Groves No. 84 WILLIAM H CHAPMA]\;, P.M. PROPOSAL TO ADD NEW SECTION

5.192

TO THE BY-LAWS

To the Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of the State of Missouri: It is proposed that the By-Laws of the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted

Masons of The State of Missouri should be amended by adding the following additional Section, which would be referred to as Section 5.192 and would provide as follows: "Section 5.192. LONG RANGE PLANNING. "a. The Long Range Planning Committee shall consist of nine (9) members, who shall be divided into three (3) classes: "(I) Class I shall be composed of The Grand Master, who shall be Chairman of the Committee, the Deputy Grand Master, who shall be Vice Chairman of the Committee, and the Senior Grand Warden. "(2) Class II shall be composed of three members who shall have filled one or more of the Grand Lodge Offices described in Section 2.140 other than a person then serving in any such Grand Lodge Office. "(3) Class III shall be composed of three members of the Craft who have never filled any Grand Lodge Office described in Section 2.140. "b. Each member of Class II and Class III shall serve for three (3) years, subject to the following provisions: The Grand Master elected in 1986 shall appoint one (I) member for each of said two (2) classes for one (I) year, one (I) member for each of said two (2) classes for two (2) years, and one (I) member for each of said two (2) classes for three (3) years. Successors shall be appointed for terms of three (3) years, provided that when a vacancy occurs the appointment shall be for an unexpired term. A vacancy shall be deemed to occur if any member of Class II or Class II I shall be appointed or elected to fill any Grand Lodge Office described in Section 2.140. A member of either of said classes may be reappointed for one additional term. "e. The committee is authorized to create such advisory subcommittees as it may deem necessary, the members of which may be any Master Masons belonging to Missouri lodges. Such subcommittees shall report only to the Long Range Planning Committee. "d. It shall be the duty of the committee to examine all aspects of Freemasonry in Missouri from a long range perspective and to report its conclusions and recommendations to the Grand Lodge. It shall have no authority with respect to the operation of any other Grand Lodge committee. Except as directed by the Grand Lodge, its recommendations shall be of an advisory nature and shall not be binding upon any incumbent or future Grand Master.

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"e. The committee shall meet at least two times during each Grand Lodge year at the call of the Chairman, and may be convened more than two times, if he deems it necessary. The Grand Secretary shall serve as Secretary of the Committee." Reason for proposed by-law: It is believed that the Grand Lodge like any other major organization should give careful consideration to long range planning. In particular, such planning should take into account such subjects as membership, financing, charitable and service activities and improvement of the image of the fraternity. The proposed amendment would not interfere with the ongoing operation of other Grand Lodge committees and, except to the extent that the Grand Lodge might so direct, no current Master would be required to adopt the recommendations of the Long Range Planning Committee. Such recommendations would be of an advisory nature. Respectfully submitted: VERN H. SCHNEIDER, P.M. Tuscan No. 360 CHARLES E. SCHEURICH, P.M. Acacia No. 602 WILLIAM H CHAPMAN, P.M. Webster Groves No. 84 P. VINCENT KINKEAD, P.M. Saint Francois No. 234 WILLIAM H. WISBROCK, P.M. Webster Groves No. 84

PROPOSAL TO AMEND SECTION

11.020

OF THE BY-LAWS

To the Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of the State of Missouri: It is proposed that Section 11.020 of the By-Laws of the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of The State of Missouri should be revoked, and in lieu thereof the following language should be substituted:

"Section 11.020. SUPPORT OF PETITION. With the petition are submitted: "a. Certificates of good standing or dimits of each of the petitioners. An y petitioner desiring to be a multiple member shall furnish a Certificate of Good Standing for Multiple Membership. "b. Certificate of the District Deputy Grand Master of the district in which the lodge is to be located that the interests of Freemasonry will be advanced by the formation of the new lodge, and that all the petitioners are eligible. "e. Certificate of the District Deputy Grand Lecturer that the proposed Master and Wardens are able to perform the ritualistic duties of their offices. "d. A dispensation fee of thirty dollars." Reason for proposed change:

The proposed amendments of Sections 11.020, 11.030, 11.050 and 11.100 are intended to reflect the existing policy of this Grand Lodge to facilitate multiple membership for Missouri Master Masons in good standing. Paragraph (b) of the existing Section 11.020 would be eliminated inasmuch as the Grand Lodge has recognized concurrent jurisdiction as to petitions since 1980. (Section 21.010) It is believed that the proposed amendments will facilitate the organization of new lodges in areas which are not presently being served by chartered lodges. Respectfully submitted: VERN H. SCHNEIDER, P.M. CHARLES E. SCHEL'RICH, P.M. ROBERT D. jENKI:"S, P.M. THOMAS K. MCGUIRE, JR., P.M. P. VINCE!':T KI!':KEAD, P.M. WILLIAM H. WISBROCK, P.M.

Tuscan No. 360 Acacia No. 602 Country Club No. 656 Solomon No. 271 Saint Francois No. 234 Webster Groves No. 84

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OF THE BY-LAWS

To the Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. oI the State of Missouri: It is proposed that Section 11.030 of the By-Laws of the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of The State of Missouri should be revoked, and in lieu thereof the following language should be substituted:

"Section 11.030. PETITIONERS. A Master Mason in good standing as a member of a Missouri Lodge and whose residence would otherwise satisfy the requirements of these By-Laws with respect to petitions for affiliation may upon presentation of a Certificate of Good Standing or a dimit join in the petition. A petitioner desiring multiple membership shall furnish a Certificate of Good Standing for Multiple Membership." Reason for proposed change: The proposed amendments of Sections 11.020, 11.030, 11.050 and 11.100 are intended to reflect the existing policy of this Grand Lodge to facilitate multiple membership for Missouri Master Masons in good standing. The proposed change in the language of Section 11.030 would also be consistent with the policy adopted by this Grand Lodge in 1980 recognizing concurrent jurisdiction as to petitions. (Section 21.010) It is believed that the proposed amendments will facilitate the organization of new lodges in areas which are not presently being served by chartered lodges. Respectfully submitted: VERl'\ H. SCHNEIDER, P.M. Tuscan No. 360 Acacia No. 602 CHARLES E. SCHEL'RICH, P.M. Country Club No. 656 ROBERT D. JE:-.JKI:-.JS, P.M. THOMAS K. MCGUIRE, JR., P.M. Solomon No. 271 Webster Groves No. 84 WILLIAM H. WISBROCK, P.M. Saint Francois No. 234 P. VINCE:-':T KINKEAD, P.M. PROPOSAL TO AMF.r.:D SECTIOr.:

11.050

OF THF. BY-LAWS

To the Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of the State of Mi~souri: It is proposed that Section 11.050 of the By-Laws of the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of The State of Missouri should be amended so that the first sentence thereof would provide as follows: "On institution of the lodge under dispensation, all the petitioners become members of that lodge, and cease to be members of their former lodges, except that a qua~~fied petitioner for multiple membership shall be deemed to be a multiple member. In all other respects the existing language of Section II ,{)50 would remain unchanged. Reason for proposed change:

The proposed amendments of Sections 11.020, 11.030, 11.050 and 11.100 are intended to reflect the existing policy of this Grand Lodge to facilitate multiple membership for Missouri Master Masons in good standing. It is believed that the proposed amendments will facilitate the organization of new lodges in areas which are not presently being served by chartered lodges. Respectfully submitted: VERI' H. SCHI'\EIDER, P.M. Tuscan No. 360 CHARLES E. SCHEVRICH, P.M. Acacia No. 602 ROBERT D. JENKINS, P.M. Country Club No. 656 THOMAS K. MCGUIRE, JR., P.M. Solomon No. 271 Saint Francois No. 234 P. VII'\CEI'\T KI:"KEAD, P.M. WILLIAM H. WISBROCK, P.M. Webster Groves No. 84

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OF THE BY-LAWS

To the Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of the State of Missouri: It is proposed that Section 11.100 of the By-Laws of the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of The State of Missouri should be revoked, and in lieu thereof the following language should be substituted:

"Section 11.100. NO TRANSFER OF SINGLE MEMBERSHIP FROM LODGE UNDER DISPENSATION. A lodge under dispensation may not grant dimits, or issue certificates of good standing for the purpose of transferring membership. Nothing herein, however, shall prevent a Master Mason who is a member in good standing of a lodge under dispensation from applying for multiple membership pursuant to Section 16.110 of these By-Laws." Reason for proposed change:

The proposed amendments of Sections 11.020, 11.030, 11.050 and 11.100 are intended to reflect the existing policy of this Grand Lodge to facilitate multiple membership for Missouri Master Masons in good standing. It is believed that the proposed amendments will facilitate the organization of new lodges in areas which are not presently being served by chartered lodges. Respectfully submitted: Tuscan No. 360 VER:-I H. SCHNEIDER, P.M. CHARLES E. SCHECRICH, P.M. Acacia No. 602 Country Club No. 656 ROBERT D. JE:--;KIl\;S, P.M. THOMAS K. MCGUIRE, JR., P.M. Solomon No. 271 Saint Francois No. 234 P. VINoxr KI;'>;KEAD, P.M. Webster Groves No. 84 WILLlA~ H. WISBROCK, P.M.

ANNOUNCEMENT OF APPOINTMENTS FOR GRAND LODGE YEAR 1985-1986

The Grand Secretary read the appointments made by Grand Master-Elect Charles E. Scheurich for the Year 1985-1986: Appointive Grand Officers District Deputy Grand Masters Chairmen and Members of Standing Committees Chairmen and Members of Special Committees The Auditor Liaison Officers to the Youth Organizations

R.W. Grand Lecturer Stanton T. Brown announced the appointments of the District Deputy Grand Lecturers for the Year 1985-1986. OPEN INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS Installing Officer Installing Chaplain Installing Marshal

M.W. Brother J. Edward Blinn M.W. Brother J. Morgan Donelson M.W. Brother Bruce H. Hunt

THE GRAND OFFICERS FOR THE YEAR 1985-1986 M.W. Grand Master R. W. Deputy Grand Master R. W. Senior Grand Warden R. W. Junior Grand Warden R. W. Grand Treasurer R. W. Grand Secretary

Charles E. Scheurich P. Vincent Kinkead William H. Wisbrock Thomas K. McGuire, Jr. W. Marion Luna Frank A. Arnold

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Stanton T. Brown Robert D. Jenkins Thomas C. Warden Daniel F. Cole D. Robert Downey Frank Ames Arnold K. Roger Pennel Frank W. Hazelrigg, Jr. S. Glenn Linebarger Carl L. Radford Cecil H. Hurt W. Tribbey Nickerson Richard A. Behr Ronald R. Bollinger Elmer E. Revelle Allen L. Vancil Alvin J. Lauener Wilbur R. Enns William G. Barnett

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

PRESENTATIONS TO MOST WORSHIPFUL GRAND MASTER CHARLES E. SCHEURICH

M.W. Brother J. Edward Blinn

Apron

REMARKS OF M.W. GRAND MASTER SCHEURICH

Brethren, Ladies, and Friends, I would just like to tell you just how much I appreciate this man and the two other brethren that did the installing today. M.W. Brother Dr. James A. Noland, Jr. had to return to his home for an emergency at the school and was unable to be here. Dr. Noland appointed me in the line. I asked this man to come in and pinch hit. Would you believe that at one time he told me he was going to try to make me look good? Today he said, "This is the best I could do, Charlie." M.W. Brother Bruce Hunt, thank you for being the Installing Marshal. I appreciate it very much. M.W. Brother J. Morgan Donelson, I appreciate your serving as the Installing Chaplain; I know that you are having problems with your throat. I will never forget you. I just want to thank you for appointing M.W. Brother Jim Noland; or I would never have gotten here. It might interest you to know that when I came in line M.W. Brother Bruce Hunt came up and was introduced to me as my great-grandfather. Being from down here in the sticks, I didn't know what he meant. Then Brother Donelson was introduced to me as my grandfather. Then they explained to me in Masonic terms: M.W. Brother Bruce Hunt appointed M.W. Brother J. Morgan Donelson; M.W. Brother Donelson appointed M.W. Brother James A. Noland, Jr.; M.W. Brother Noland appointed me. Jewel Lapel Pin Gold Card

M.W. Brother Robert.J. Crede R.W. Brother Frank Ames Arnold M.W. Brother Walter L. Walker

OTHER PRESENTATIONS TO MOST WORSHIPFUL GRAND MASTER SCHEURICH

M.W. Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich requested that R.W. Junior Grand Marshal K. Roger Pennel escort his wife to the East. The Grand Lodge greeted

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Mrs. Charles E. Scheurich (Helen Ruth Scheurich), the first lady of Missouri Masonry for the Year 1985-1986, with applause. HELEN RUTH SCHEURICH: I would like to present to you, Grand Master Charlie, your apron case. M.W. Grand Master thanked his best companion Helen Ruth for the apron case inscribed: Charles E. Scheurich, Grand Master 1985-1986, Grand Lodge, Ancient Free and Accepted Masons of Missouri. M.W. Grand Master Scheurich introduced Illustrious Potentate Jimmie D. Lee of Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Temple, Oasis of Springfield. Illustrious Noble Lee presented the Grand Master's Fez to M.W. Brother Scheurich on behalf of the 6,200 Shrine Masons of Southwest Missouri. M.W. GRAND MASTER SCHEURICH: I have one other thank you; and I tip my hat. The hat is a gift presented to me by the Grand Treasurer and his wife - W. Marion and Frieda Luna. I thank our very good friends very much. ADDRESS OF M.W. GRAND MASTER CHARLES E. SCHEURICH

M.W. BROTHER SCHEURICH: Again I would like to thank my Installing Officers. I thank you Brethren for the confidence you have shown in me. I assume this office with a great deal of humility, as I enter upon the tasks of this term of service as your Grand Master. I do not intend to institute any new programs or any new innovations, only to enlarge on what we have. Brethren, for this next year we need to plan; and we need to execute our plans. The guard has again changed. But Freemasonry still marches on, to the same tune. Now it is time for Freemasons to get in step with that tune. We read in our Installation Ceremony, in the charge to the Master, "Forcibly impress upon them the dignity and high importance of Masonry...." Brethren, in our dress we must dress like Masons. In our actions we must act like Masons. It is time for a change, but not in Freemasonry. It is time for us to start teaching our children at home to respect their parents, to teach them to respect their schools, to teach them to respect their churches, and above all to respect other people's rights. I don't think we need change in Freemasonry. I think if we want to be visible in the community all we need to do is look and act like Freemasons. Brethren, I plan to continue the "PENNY-A-DAY" program. And as you saw today the great turn-out for our Disaster-Relief Fund I plan this year to ask each lodge secretary to add to the dues notice that each Master Mason give at least one dollar to the charity and relief fund. Brethren, it is time that we let all of our members in on this great charity, instead of asking just those who attend lodge to contribute. I think that we will get a good response from them. I plan that all of those who give a "PENNY-A-DAY" and contribute one dollar to the Disaster-Relief Fund will have a SILVER SEAL on their dues cards to show that they were contributors to Charity. Brethren, I plan to continue our education and service programs. I plan to have seven education seminars throughout the state; we had two last year. I plan to enlarge that project. I would urge that you have your Lodge Education Officers try to attend these meetings. They will be started after the

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first of the year, in order that your new officers are installed and can take advantage of these programs. The Area Meetings this year will be dedicated to Most Worshipful Brother Tom Davis, who as the Grand Master in 1972 instituted the Area Meetings. Brethren, this is the greatest link between the Grand Lodge and the Subordinate Lodges. I think this is one of the best programs that was ever instituted by this Grand Lodge. I hope that we will have the Appendant Bodies - I have been asked to write a note to one of the Appendant Bodies for their magazine; and I did. I requested that the Appendant Bodies plan the same as we do, I think we can plan to do anything we want to, if we plan to. I have asked them to take their calendars and mark the dates of their Blue Lodge meetings and plan to attend these meetings. Brethren, it is time for Appendant Bodies to come back and support the Blue Lodge - the lifeblood of Masonry in the State of Missouri. (APPLAUSE) Brethren, I think with the formation of these plans and the execution of these plans, with your help and the blessings of the Almighty, we will accomplish a great portion of our program. We will look for quality and we will get quantity. Brethren, thank you very much. (APPLAUSE) PRESENTATIONS TO MOST WORSHIPFUL BROTHER VERN H. SCHNEIDER

The Grand Secretary presented M.W. Past Grand Master Vern H. Schneider the Patent that certified service to the Grand Lodge of Missouri as Grand Master from September 25, 1984 to October 1, 1985. The Grand Secretary also presented M.W. Brother Schneider a leatherbound book containing: The Address of the Grand Master (1985), the Report of the Masonic Home (1984), the four issues of The Freemason Magaz.ine published and distributed during the 1984-1985 Grand Lodge Year, the Program of the 164th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Missouri. REMARKS OF M.W. BROTHER VERN H. SCHNEIDER

M.W. BROTHER VERN H. SCHNEIDER: Brethren, words can not express my appreciation for all that you have done to help make this the happiest year of my life. I look forward, along with you, to an even greater year for the Grand Lodge of Missouri in 1985-1986. I call upon all of you to join with me in giving 110 per cent cooperation to Most Worshipful Brother Charles E. Scheurich. God bless you all. REMARKS OF M.W. GRAND MASTER CHARLES E. SCHEURICH

M.W. BROTHER CHARLES E. SCHEURICH: I forgot one thing. I forgot to thank all of the officers, all of the committee members, all of the District Deputy Grand Masters who have accepted appointments to serve the Grand Lodge this year. And I thank the Brethren for electing these fine officers to support me. PRESENTATION TO MOST WORSHIPFUL GRAND MASTER CHARLES E. SCHEUmCH

R.W. Brother S. Glenn Linebarger, Grand Pursuivant, presented a plaque to M.W. Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich on behalf of Pythagoras Lodge No. 383 at Cassville expressing appreciation for cooperation and help.

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CLOSING

The 164th 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 165th - on Monday, September 29, 1986 at Springfield. RW. Grand Chaplain W. Tribbey Nickerson pronounced the Benediction.

Grand Master

OFFICERS

Grand Lodge of Missouri 1985-1986 CHARLES E. SCHEURICH M.W. Grand Master 124 Meadow Lane, Columbia 65203 P. VINCENT KINKEAD : Deputy Grand Master Route 2, Box 243, Farmington 63640 WILLIAM H. WISBROCK Senior Grand Warden 733 Landscape Avenue, Webster Groves 63119 THOMAS K. MCGUIRE, JR. Junior Grand Warden Route 5, Box 255, Rogersville 65742 W. MARION LUNA Grand Treasurer 125 South Main Street, Piedmont 63957 FRANK A. ARNOLD Grand Secretary 800 Highway 63 North, Columbia 65201-6697 STANTON T. BROWN Grand Lecturer Route 1, Box 225, Buckner 64016 ROBERT D. JENKINS Senior Grand Deacon 7741 Troost Avenue, Kansas City 64131 THOMAS C. WARDEN Junior Grand Deacon Route #3, Owensville 65066 DANIEL F. COLE Senior Grand Steward 6023 Southern Drive, Affton 63123 D. ROBERT DOWNEY Junior Grand Steward 13006 Musket Court, St. Louis 63146 FRANK AMES ARNOLD Senior Grand Marshal 733 Main Street, Boonville 65233 K. ROGER PENNEL .junior Grand Marshal P.O. Box 157, Fairfax 64446 FRANK W. HAZELRIGG, JR. . Grand Sword Bearer 505 Highway Z, Fulton 65251 S. GLENN LINEBARGER Grand Pursuivant Route 2, Box 349, Cassville 65625 THE REV. CECIL H. HURT Grand Chaplain 505 Missouri, Vandalia 63382 THE REV. W. TRIBBEY NICKERSON Grand Chaplain 2309 Erie Street, North Kansas City 64116 THE REV. RICHARD A. BEHR Grand Chaplain 4025 Pennsylvania Avenue, St. Louis 63118 THE REV. RONALD R. BOLLINGER Grand Chaplain 104 Firwood Drive, Webster Groves 63119 THE REV. CARL L. RADFORD Grand Chaplain 2334 South Dollison Avenue, Springfield 65807 THE REV. ELMER E. REVELLE Grand Chaplain 810 South Grant Street, Desloge 63601 THE REV. ALLEN L. VANCIL Grand Chaplain 205 Duff Street, Macon 63552 ALVIN J. LAUENER Grand Orator 2609 West 32nd Street, Joplin 64801 DR. WILBUR R. ENNS Grand Orator 506 Bourn Avenue, Columbia 65203 WILLIAM G. BARNETT Grand Tiler Route 1, Box 258, Harrisburg 65256

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STANDING COMMITTEES FOR 1985-1986

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, 9451 Lackland Road, Suite 202, St. Louis 63114; HaroldJos. Toner, P.O. Box 410362, Kansas City 64141 BUILDING SUPERVISORY BOARD: K. Roger Pennel (1), Chairman, P.O. Box 157, Fairfax 64446; Harold E. Thornton (3), 916 Walnut Street, Kansas City 64106; David A. Watson (2), 108 East Hickory Street, Neosho 64850 BY-LAWS: JudgeJ. Morgan Donelson, P.G.M., Chairman, P.O. Box 211, Princeton 64673; Ronald M. Belt, 108 Vine Street, Macon 63552; Harry Gershenson, Jr., Pierre Laclede Center, Suite 1144, 7733 Forsyth Boulevard, St. Louis 63105; William H. Utz, Jr., Frederick Towers, Suite 500, 2400 Frederick Boulevard, St. Joseph 64506 CHARTERED LODGES: Gerald W. Burnworth, Chairman, 700 Karlsruhe Place, St. Louis 63125; Morris F. Carter, 313 Day Drive, Ferguson 63135; Wilbur M. Daughtrey, 9152 Pardee Spur, St. Louis 63126; Charles C. Long, 7260 Pershing Avenue, St. Louis 63130; Howard J. Gwinn, 204 Driftwood Drive, Sedalia 65301 CORRESPONDENCE: Ray Hilton, P.O. Box 985, Commercial Station, Springfield 65803 CREDENTIALS: Ray Hilton, Chairman, P.O. Box 985, Commercial Station, Springfield 65803; Cecil O. Blaylock, 217 South Louisiana Avenue, Cape Girardeau 63701; Albert H. Solari, 2555 Yorkshire Drive, Florissant 63033; Dale A. Ludwig, 8226 Marvale Lane, St. Louis 63123; The Rev. Charles W. Miller, 13036 Geranium Court, St. Louis 63146 ENTERTAINMENT OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS: Thomas K. McGuire, Jr., Chairman, Route 5, Box 255, Rogersville 65742; James Cobban, 921 West Crestview, Springfield 65807; RobertJ. Crede, Route #2, Jefferson City 65101; W. Marion Luna, 125 South Main Street, Piedmont 63957; Eugene E. "Pat" McFarland, P.O. Box 146, Liberal 64762; Hugh A. Hutinger, 2135 Oakridge Drive, Jefferson City 65101; Frank A. Arnold, 800 Highway 63 North, Columbia 65201-6697 FORMS AND CEREMONIES: Frank A. Arnold, Chairman, 800 Highway 63 North, Columbia 65201-6697; E. Allen Kohler, P.O. Box 170, Huntsville 65259; Ralph O. Kolb, 8825 Anchorage Lane, St. Louis 63126; Edwin L. Smith, 210 South Kansas Avenue, 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 65203; Arthur E. Schneider, Route #3, Columbia 65201; Payne Percefull, 2222 Bluff Boulevard, Columbia 65201; Charles E. Scheurich, 124 Meadow Lane, Columbia 65203; Frank A. Arnold, 800 Highway 63 North, Columbia 652016697 GRAND MASTER'S ADDRESS: Vern H. Schneider, P.G.M., Chairman, 100 North Broadway, Suite 700, St. Louis 63102; AND ALL PAST GRAND MASTERS IN ATTENDANCE JURISPRUDENCE: Walter L. Walker, P.G.M., Chairman, P.O. Box 487, Neosho 64850; Warren R. Maichel, 720 Olive Street, 24th Floor, St. Louis 63101; Herbert C. Hoffman, Commerce Towers, 911 Main Street, Kansas City 64105; Charles E. Becraft, 1311 Village Drive, St. Joseph 64506; Edwin B. Brzezinski, 9148 Pardee Spur, St. Louis 63126 LODGES UNDER DISPENSATION: Anthony Redfearn, Chairman, 4448 Morganford Road, Apt. H, St. Louis 63116; David S. Butler, 405 Cloister Walk, St. Louis 63122; Wayne R. Twiehaus, 3708 East White Hall, Springfield 65804-0855; Charles Warren Ohrvall, 10516 East 35th Terrace, Independence 64052 MASONIC BOARDS OF RELIEF: Albert H. Van Gels, Chairman, 24 Spring Drive, Florissant 63031; Lon G. Orr, P.O. Box 73, Joplin 64801; Kenneth L. McNeal, 601

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Robidoux, St. Joseph 64501; Alfred E. Spencer, 10 Plaza Square, Apt. 910, St. Louis 63103 MASONIC EDUCATION: Thomas C. Warden (2), Chairman, P.O. Box 540, Owensville 65066; Daniel F. Cole (3), 6023 Southern Drive, Affton 63123; Thomas H. McCully (3), 1521 N.E. Parvin Road, North Kansas City 64116; John W. Siscel (1), 4804 Marchwood Drive, St. Louis 63128; Sam V. Cochran (1), 308 Weyland Drive, Boonville 65233; Richard L. Smith (2), 459 Wilcox Avenue, Kirkwood 63122; Charles E. Scheurich (Ex-Officio), 124 Meadow Lane, Columbia 65203; P. Vincent Kinkead (Ex-Officio), Route 2, Box 243, Farmington 63640; William H. Wisbrock (Ex-Officio), 733 Landscape Avenue, Webster Groves 63119; Thomas K. McGuire,Jr., (Ex-Officio), Route 5, Box 255, Rogersville 65742 MILEAGE AND PER DIEM: Jack R. Clark, Chairman, 9931 McGee, Kansas City 64114; William H. Wells, Edgerton 64444; Norman H. Behrend, 9144 Ranch Meadows Drive, St. Louis 63136; Charles H. Schuler, (Deceased), 155 Christland Drive, Sullivan 63080; The Rev. Cecil H. Hurt, 505 Missouri, Vandalia 63382 NECROLOGY: Dr. J. c. Montgomery, Jr., P.G.M., Chairman, 950 Forestlac Court, St. Louis 63141; Frank P. Briggs, P.G.M., 1132 North Jackson Street, Macon 63552; William H Chapman, P.G.M., 20 West Lockwood Avenue, Webster Groves 63119; Dr. 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: James A. Estell, Chairman, P.O. Box 167, Cameron 64429; William H. Wisbrock, 733 Landscape Avenue, Webster Groves 63119; Dr. Thomas M. Hodges, 1500 South Jefferson, Mexico 65265; J. Thomas Crunk, 1409 South Linden Circle, Kennett 63857; Carl I. Stein, Secretary, Masonic Home of Missouri, 5351 Delmar Boulevard, St. Louis 63112 RITUAL: Stanton T. Brown, Chairman, Route 1, Box 225, Buckner 64016; Ronnie L. House, P.O. Box 335, Mansfield 65704; Dale A. Ludwig, 8226 Marvale Lane, St. Louis 63123; Eugene E. "Pat" McFarland, P.O. Box 146, Liberal 64762; Dale C. Motter, 909 Fairview, Kirksville 63501; Dr.]. Edward Blinn, P.O. Box 14, Marshfield 65706 WAYS AND MEANS: John E. Wetzel (3), Chairman, 116 North Fourth Street, Louisiana 63353; William H Chapman (3), P.G.M., 20 West Lockwood Avenue, Webster Groves 63119; Walter H. Baird (1), 234 East Parkway Drive, Columbia 65203; Richard W. Goff (2), 9315 Warrior Drive, St. Louis 63123; Gordon Hopkins (2),2212 Chambers Avenue, St.Joseph 64506; W. Marion Luna, Grand Treasurer, 125 South Main Street, Piedmont 63957 SPECIAL COMMITTEES FOR 1985-1986

GEORGE WASHINGTON MASONIC NATIONAL MEMORIAL ASSOCIATION: William J. Hill, P.G.M., Chairman, Commerce Tower, Suite 1810, 911 Main Street, Kansas City 64105; Dr.]. Edward Blinn, P.G.M., P.O. Box 14, Marshfield 65706; Elvis A. Mooney, P.G.M., 117 North Prairie Street, Bloomfield 63825; Fielding A. Poe, P.G.M., 501 North Lafayette Street, Florissant 63031; Homer L. Ferguson, P.G.M., 1927 North Circle Drive, Jefferson City 65101 GRAND LODGE CHARITY: Charles E. Scheurich, Chairman, 124 Meadow Lane, Columbia 65203; P. Vincent Kinkead, Route 2, Box 243, Farmington 63640; William H. Wisbrock, 733 Landscape Avenue, Webster Groves 63119; Thomas K. McGuire, Jr., Route 5, Box 255, Rogersville 65742; Frank A. Arnold, 800 Highway 63 North, Columbia 65201-6697 PUBLIC RELATIONS: Robert]' Crede, P.G.M., Chairman, Route #2, Jefferson City 65101; Herman A. Orlick, P.G.M., 12 Cambridge Court, Glendale 63122; Richard B. Ramage, 110 Old Oaks Drive, Ballwin 63011; Thomas C. Warden, P.O. Box 540, Owensville 65066; John K. Smith, 2705 Sterling, Independence 64052; L. Wayne Hill, 3800 Faurot Drive, Columbia 65203; Robert W. Conradi, 5011 Donovan Avenue, St. Louis 63109; Linton W. Kneemiller, 3925 Jacinto Drive, St. Louis 63125 PUBLIC SCHOOLS: Walter C. Ploeser, Chairman, 3633 Lindell Boulevard, St. Louis

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63108; AlbertJ. Elfrank, Route #2, Advance 63730; Walter H. Baird, 234 East Parkway Drive, Columbia 65203; Dr. Charles J. 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; Dr. G. Hugh Wamble, 4840 N.E. Chouteau Drive, Kansas City 64119; Dr. Fred W. Lanigan, 1250 Aspen Drive, Florissant 63031; Dr. M. Graham Clark, School of the Ozarks, Point Lookout 65726 RECOGNITION OF FOREIGN GRAND LODGES: Albert J. Elfrank, Chairman, Route #2, Advance 63730; Herman A. Orlick, P.G.M., 12 Cambridge Court, Glendale 63122; Frank A. Arnold, 800 Highway 63 North, Columbia 65201-6697 SEARCH COMMITTEE: Vern H. Schneider, P.G.M., Chairman, 100 North Broadway, Suite 700, S1. Louis 63102; Judge J. Morgan Donelson, P.G.M., P.O. Box 211, Princeton 64673; Dr. J. Edward Blinn, P.G.M., P.O. Box 14, Marshfield 65706 YOUTH: Daniel F. Cole, Chairman, 6023 Southern Drive, Affton 63123; Ronald M. Compton, 10725 Kennerly Road, S1. Louis 63128; Bill Dinkmeyer, 1605 N.E. 68th Place, Kansas City 64118; Dr. Albert H. Howe, 31 York Drive, S1. Louis 63144; O. Wesley Konering, 9631 Old Bonhomme Road, Olivette 63132; John E. Wetzel, 1117 South Glenwood Avenue, Columbia 65203 OTHER APPOINTMENTS

AUDITOR: Robert H. Asbury, C.P.A., 4173 Crescent Drive, Suite B, St. Louis 63129 LIAISON OFFICERS TO YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS: INTERNATIONAL ORDER OF THE RAINBOW FOR GIRLS: Thomas K. McGuire, Jr., Route 5, Box 255, Rogersville 65742 INTERNATIONAL ORDER OF JOB'S DAUGHTERS: P. Vincent Kinkead, Route 2, Box 243, Farmington 63640 INTERNATIONAL ORDER OF DEMOLAY: William H. Wisbrock, 733 Landscape Avenue, Webster Groves 63119 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, 4930 Gillespie Bridge Road, Columbia 65203 William R. Denslow, P.O. Box 569, Trenton 64683 Elvis A. Mooney, 117 North Prairie Street, Bloomfield 63825 Judge J. Morgan Donelson, P.O. Box 211, Princeton 64673-0211 William H Chapman, 20 West Lockwood, Webster Groves 63119 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, 501 North Lafayette Street, Florissant 63031 Dr. James A. Noland, J r., Osage Beach 65065 Dr.J. C. Montgomery,Jr. 950 Forestlac Court, Saint Louis 63141 Gus O. Nations, 2440 Copper Beech Drive, St. Louis 63131 Dr. J. Edward Blinn, P.O. Box 14, Marshfield 65706-0014 Wm. J. Hill, Commerce Tower, Suite 1810, 911 Main Street, Kansas City 64105 Earl K. Dille, 27 Dunleith Drive, St. Louis 63131 Robert J. Crede, Route #2, Jefferson City 65101 Vern H. Schneider, 100 North Broadway, Suite 700, Saint Louis 63102 ..

1951-1952 1953-1954 1957-1958 1959-1960 1960-1961 1965-1966 1967-1968 1968-1969 1969-1970 1970-1971 1973-1974 1974-1975 1975-1976 1976-1977 1977-1978 1978-1979 1979-1980 1980-1981 1981-1982 1982-1983 1983-1984 1984-1985

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1985

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

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

MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI Officers 1985-1986 Honorary Chairman: Charles E. Scheurich, 124 Meadow Lane, Columbia 65203 President: P. Vincent Kinkead, Route 2, Box 243, Farmington 63640 Vice President: James A. Estell, P.O. Box 167, Cameron 64429 Secretary: Carl I. Stein, 5351 Delmar Boulevard, Saint Louis 63112 Assistant Secretary: Lawrence N. Weenick, 506 Kingdel Drive, Saint Louis 63124 Treasurer: James H. Cobban, 921 West Crestview, Springfield 65807

Directors Charles E. Scheurich, 124 Meadow Lane, Columbia 65203 P. Vincent Kinkead, Route 2, Box 243, Farmington 63640 William H. Wisbrock, 733 Landscape Avenue, Webster Groves 63119 Thomas K. McGuire, Route 5, Box 255, Rogersville 65742 Robert D. Jenkins, 7741 Troost Avenue, Kansas City 64131 D. Robert Downey (1986), 13006 Musket Court, Saint Louis 63146 James A. Estell (1986), P.O. Box 167, Cameron 64429 James H. Cobban (1987), 921 West Crestview, Springfield 65807 Lawrence N. Weenick (1987), 506 Kingdel Drive, Saint Louis 63124 Dr. Gerald L. Cook (1988), 2005 Maverick Trail, Harrisonville 64701 Rudolf G. Eskridge (1988), Resigned Gordon E. Hopkins (1988), 2212 Chambers Avenue, Saint Joseph 64506 D. Thomas Crunk (1989), 1409 South Linden Court, Kennett 63857 Dr. Thomas M. Hodges (1989), 1500 South Jefferson Street, Mexico 65265

Executive Director James D. Wilson, 5351 Delmar Boulevard, Saint Louis 63112

Assistant Administrator - Western Unit Richard D. Sanders, 12101 East Bannister Road, Kansas City 64138-4913

Secretary to the Board of Directors Carl I. Stein, 5351 Delmar Boulevard, Saint Louis 63112

Co-Ordinator of Fraternal Relations Fielding A. Poe (P.G.M.), 5351 Delmar Boulevard, Saint Louis 63112

Treasurer - Western Unit Fund Drive Joseph H. Collison, P.O. Box 8, Weston 64098

MISSOURI LODGE OF RESEARCH Worshipful Master: Earl K. Dille, P.G.M., 27 Dunleith Drive, St. Louis 63131 Secretary-Treasurer: Frank W. Hazelrigg, Jr., 505 Highway Z, Fulton 65251

DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND MASTERS 1985-1986 1. James D. Farley (resigned) 1. Donald J. Kerner (362), 847 West Thompson Street, Kahoka 63445

DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND LECTURERS 1985-1986 1. Donald C. Treece (362), Route 3, Box 3, Kahoka 63445

1985

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

2. Glenn E.-Walters (105),1313 EastJefferson Street, Kirksville 6350 I 3. Dr. Wayne D. Smith (540), P.O. Box 5, Winigan 63566 4. Gerald D. Gentry (35), 1007 East Main Street, Princeton 64673 5. W. Lynn Poush (257), 804 South 18th Street, Bethany 64424 6. Robert E. Rineman (321), Route 1, Box 17, Denver 64441 7. Michael K. Monk (511), Route 1, Box 119, Skidmore 64487 8. Lloyd N. Brown (483), 808 North Third Street, Tarkio 64491 9. Lawrence T. Hoffman (78), 1205 Midyett Road, St. Joseph 64506 10. Doyle C. Kime (564), Route 2, Box 168, Jamesport 64648 11. Jimmie L. Offield (207), 1806 Wornail Road, Excelsior Springs 64024 12. Bobby Ray O'Dell (89), 627 North Main Street, Brookfield 64628 13. Gail S. Turner (82), P.O. Box 129, Purdin 64674 14. Russell D. Kohl (172), Route 4, Box 123, Macon 63552 15. Willis D. Williams (28), Route 3, Box 209, New London 63459 16. John E. Wetzel (92), 116 North Fourth Street, Louisiana 63353 17. Lecil Ulry (302), Route # 1, Perry 63462 18. Billy G. Young (30), Route 2, Box 260, Huntsville 65259 19. Ralph E. Allen (525), TT Highway, Sumner 64681 20. Kenneth M. Kerby (216), Route 1, Box 7C, Browning 64630 21. Donald H. Venable (339), 4301 N.W. Pawnee Drive, Riverside 64150 22A. Albert B. Lewis (220), 9023 Holly, Kansas City 64114 22B. F. O. Benjamin Allen, II (656), 412 Madison, Lee's Summit 64063 23. Jack G. Padley (364), 2206 Walnut, Higginsville 64037 24. Emmit G. Williams (205), 772 East Yerby Street, Marshall 65340 25. Wayne F. Studley (4), Route 2, Box 119, Fayette 65248 26. H. Ray McKenzie (336), Route 1, Box 216A, Hallsville 65255 27. Harris Maupin, Jr. (354), 1508 West Street, Mexico 65265

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2. Marion W. Rehm (105), Route 2, Box 136, Kirksville 63501 3. Melvin L. Hall (349), Route 3, Box 173, Unionville 63565 4. Ben C. Moore (111), 1411 East Seventh Street, Trenton 64683 5. Ernest Clyde Richardson (257), Route # 1, Eagleville 64442 6. Guy L. Allee (88), Route 1, Box 139, Sheridan 64486 7. Vern W. Summa (470), P.O. Box 274, Maryville 64468 8. Darrell L. Jones (483), Route 2, Box 37, Fairfax 64446 9. Rodger G. Shuster (269), 3431 Sacramento, St. Joseph 64507 10. James D. Lollar (15), P.O. Box 190, Winston 64689 11. Forest Wayne Dugan (193), P.O. Box 233, Orrick 64077 12. Hardee H. Richey (561), P.O. Box 102, Braymer 64624 13. Virgil W. Slaughter (325), Route 2, Box 224, Meadville 64659 14. R. Clyde Foster (172), 921 East McKinsey Street, Moberly 65270 15. Lee B. Turner (188), 4907 Prospect Avenue, Hannibal 63401 16. Tommy M. Lewis (17), Route 1, Box 188, Eolia 63344 17. William H. Harris (33), P.O. Box 72, Center 63436 18. Delbert Dailey (344), 837 Myra Street, Moberly 65270 19. A. Merlin Armstrong (52),712 West Sixth Street, Carrollton 64633 20. A. Merlin Armstrong (52), 712 West Sixth Street, Carrollton 64633 21. Donald E. Campbell (120), 5100 Huonker Road N.W., Kansas City 64151 22A. Kenneth L. Goad (305), 16116 East 30th Street, Independence 640552704 22B. Paul K. Kawakami (104), 820 East 31 st Street, Kansas City 64109 23. James W. Stigall (57), 209 Wilson Boulevard, Richmond 64085 24. Thomas A. Meads (205), 208 East Rea Street, Marshall 65340 25. Tom T. Perkins (47), Route I, Box 66, Rocheport 65279 26. Raymond E. Lee (602), 509 Texas Avenue, Columbia 65202 27. Jared A. Price (354), 909 Concordia, Mexico 65265

184

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

28. LeRoy D. Raber (246),559 West Bell, Montgomery City 63361 29. Warren W. Wommack (75), Route 2, Box 261, Troy 63379 30. Euell]. Sweeten (46), 3 Mark Twain Court, O'Fallon 63366 31. David R. Potter (183), Forrest Parkway Street, Apt. 153D, Valley Park 63088-1013 32. Roy L. Barnes (534), 913 Thornton Street, Pacific 63069 34. James W. Williams (480), 8523 Sterling, Raytown 64138 35. A. Freeman Stanfill (141), Route I, Box 40 I, Amoret 64722 36. Gary A. Inlow (236), Route 4, Box 189H, Sedalia 65301 37. Lyle V. Ellis (29), P.O. Box 196, Windsor 65360 38. John T. Tinsley (375), 312 Ellis Avenue, Waynesville 65583 39. Clarence W. Wieland (213), Route 2, Box 119, Rolla 65401 40. Thomas Hamby, Jr. (338), Route I, 128 School Drive, Pevely 63070 41. Ross Jackson (288), Route 1, Box 499, Wheatland 65779 42. M. Leon Gire (315), P.O. Box 53, Sheldon 64784 43. Lloyd J. Peterson (292), Route I, Box 151, Liberal 64762 44. James E. Brown (345), 305 North Moffet Avenue, Joplin 64801 45. Paul Turner (271), 1100 West Division Street, Springfield 65803 46. Jacob C. Baird (158), Route 2, Box 2, Norwood 65717 47. T. Lynn Dawson (353), Route 2, Box 317, Ellington 63638 48. Dennis C. McGuire (132), Route 3, Box 313, Farmington 63640 49. Joe D. Masterson (441), Route 3, Box 236, Jackson 63755 50. Harry H. Sutherland (407), 1300 East Marshall Street, Charleston 63834 51. Arblean McHugh (665), Route I, Box 180A, Wardell 63879 52. John A. Heneger (526), Route I, Box 202, Piedmont 63957 53. Herbert Cooper, Jr. (536), Route 2, Box 607, Willow Springs 65793

1985

28. Richard E. Coyle (457), P.O. Box 33, Jonesburg 63351 29. Dennis L. Hammack (199), Route 2, Box 216, Elsberry 63343 30. Bobby Lee Buxton (260), Route I, Box 21, Defiance 63341 31. E. Nathan Jobe (90), 817 Monroe Street, Apt. 3A,Jefferson City 65101 32. CarlJ. Harshaw (251), 300 East Lane Drive, Washington 63090 34. William C. Snead, Sr. (450), Route I, Box 4, Belton 64012 35. James E. Spencer (618), 6620 East 134th Street Terrace, Grandview 64030 36. Robert D. Weikal (236), 420 South Grand Avenue, Sedalia 65301 37. Edgar L. Kneip (548), 418 Peyton Street, Clinton 64735 38. Virgil R. Bradsher (152), Route 2, Box 138, Sunrise Beach 65079 39. John L. Schafer (225), Route I, Box 262A, Salem 65560 40. Norman K. James (338), 4473 Cindy Lane, Barnhart 63012 41. Leo H. Pitts (288), P.O. Box 22, Hermitage 65668 42. Lacey Stapp (87), P.O. Box 12, Greenfield 65661 43. Eugene E. "Pat" McFarland (187), P.O. Box 146, Liberal 64762 44. Benny Leroy Roach (335), 1815 Jackson Street, Joplin 64801 45. Vernon L. Nichols (5), 1416 North Brown Street, Springfield 65802 46. Ronnie L. House (543), P.O. Box 335, Mansfield 65704 47. James E. Newton (509), P.O. Box 135, Van Buren 63965 48. Harold]. Richardson (424), 502 Norwood Drive, Bonne Terre 63628 49. Laymon A. Allgood (672), 1735 Ridgeway Drive, Cape Girardeau 63701 50. W. Carter Bell (Deceased) 50. Claude F. Stephens (590), P.O. Box 46, Advance 63736 51. Theodore T. Martin (571), 102 East Washington Street, Hayti 63851 52. Charles E. Divine (209), P.O. Box 475, Poplar Bluff 6390 I 53. Gene W. Friebe (327), SS Route, Box 93A, West Plains 65775

1985

185

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

54. David L. Combs (453), P.O. Box 148, Taneyville 65759 55. Charles A. Donica (129), 318 Broadway, Monett 65708 56. Edwin W. Parker (538), Route 4, Box 369, Neosho 64850 58. W. Roger Bowness (381), 601 East Jemphrey, Apt. 811, Eldon 650261316 59. Harold E. Thornton (618), 916 Walnut Street, Kansas City 64106 60. Paul Patton (68), P.O. Box 452, Kennett 63857 61A. William Wray Lain, Jr. (639), #12 Chapel Hill Estates, St. Louis 63131 61 B. Maurice S. Brasch (642), 900 Fernview Drive, St. Louis 63141 61C. Dennis E. Fetter (636), 101 East Donaldson Drive, St. Louis 63129 61D. Larry F. Barriner (626), 4215 Tupelo Drive, St. Louis 63125

54. Carnell E. Cutbirth (515), Route 1, Box 293B, Galena 65656 55. Paul G. Gregory (284), 806 East Walnut Street, Aurora 65605 56. Howard Lee Dobbs (247), 1829 Maple Street, Seneca 64865 58. J. Dwight McDonald (591), Route 2, Box 63, Barnett 65011 59. Frederick A. Troxel, Jr. (337), 1005 South 19th Street, Blue Springs 64015 60. J. John Shipman (68), P.O. Box 62, Kennett 63857 61A. Roger G. Huffmaster (542), 926 Forestwood Drive, Ferguson 63135 61B. Charles M. Benedict (613), 573 Coachlight Lane, Hazelwood 63042 61 C. D. Duane Sills (542), 10311 Ittner Drive, Dellwood 63136 61D. James D. Donaldson (623), 3905 Concord Court, St. Charles 63303

ALPHABETICAL LIST OF LODGES WITH DISTRICT NUMBERS No.

Name

District

A 602 444 366 355 590 10 219 544 198 659 255 347 141 443 377 356 621 193 529 412 633

Acacia at Columbia . . . . . . . .. Ada at Orrick. . . . . . . . . . . . .. Adair at Kirksville. . . . . . . . . . Adelphi at Edgerton Advance at Advance. . . . . . .. Agency at Agency .. . . . . . . . . Albert Pike at Kansas City .. Algabil at Saint Louis . . . . . .. Allensville at Allendale ..... Alpha at North Kansas City Alton at Alton America at Saint Louis Amsterdam at Amsterdam .. Anchor at Crestwood Ancient Craft at King City .. Ancient Landmark at Harrisburg Anderson at Anderson Angerona at Missouri City .. Apollo at Creve Coeur. . . . .. Appleton City at Appleton City. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Archie at Archie

26 23 2 21 50 9 22-B 61 D 6 22-A 53 61 D 35 61 C 6 26 56 11 61 A 37 34

No.

Name

District

Arlington at Dixon Arnold at Arnold Arrow Rock at Arrow Rock Ash Grove at Ash Grove . . .. Ashland at Ashland Athens at Albany Aurora Theodore Roosevelt at Saint Louis . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 26 Ava at Ava

346 673 55 100 156 127 267

39 40 24 45 26 6 61 D 46

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

Barbee at Sweet Springs Barnes at Cabool . . . . . . . . . .. Barnesville at Ellington ..... Barnett at Barnett . . . . . . . . .. Barry at Washburn. . . . . . . .. Bayou at Bakersfield Beacon at Hazelwood . . . . . .. Bee Hive at Lawson Belgrade at Belgrade Belle at Belle Belton at Belton Benevolence at Utica

24 46 47 58 55 53 61 A 11 40 39 34 12

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186 No.

Name

642

Be~amin

667 573 97 379 41 535 153 337 195 45 597 587 135 334 616 80 86 269 501 675 442 254

District

Franklin at Creve

Coeur . Berkeley at Berkeley . Bernie at Bernie . Bethany at Bethany . Billings at Billings . Bismarck at Bismarck . Blackwell at Blackwell . Bloomfield at Bloomfield .,. Blue Springs at Blue Springs . Bolivar at Bolivar . Bonhomme at Ballwin . Bosworth at Bosworth . Branson at Branson . Braymer at Braymer . Breckenridge at Breckenridge . Brentwood at Brentwood .,. Bridgeton at St. John'S . Brookfield at Brookfield . Brotherhood at St. Joseph .. Buckner at Buckner . Bunker at Bunker . Burlington at Burlington Junction........ Butler at Butler . . . . . . . . . . ..

61B 61A 60 5 54 48 40 50 59 41 61C 20 54 12 12 61B 61A 13 9 59 47 7 35

c 416 328 486 552 183 38 63 169 284 231 549 401 197 461 147 305 172 674

1985

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Cache at St. Louis Cainsville at Cainsville Cairo at Cairo Calhoun at Calhoun California at California Callao at Callao Cambridge at Slater Camden Point at Camden Point Canopy at Aurora . . . . . . . . .. Cardwell at Cardwell Carl J unction at Carl Junction Carterville at Carterville Carthage at Carthage . . . . . .. Caruthersville at Caruthersville . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Cass at Harrisonville Cecile Daylight at North Kansas City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Censer at Macon Central Crossing at Shell Knob

61D 5 18 37 31 14 24 21 55 60 44 44 44 51 34 22-A 14 55

No.

59 615 185 331 407 487 392 342 662 610 559 17 645 207 601 651 463 520 548 482 274 485 595 168 534 533 120 432 369 454 528 36 265 600 282 656 561 287 606 519 368 669 586 312 525

District

Name

Centralia at Centralia . Chaffee at Chaffee . Chamois at Chamois . Charity at St. Joseph . Charleston at Charleston . Chilhowee at Chilhowee . Christian at Oak Grove . Circle at Roscoe . Clarence at Clarence . Clark at Clark . Clarksdale at Clarksdale . Clarksville at Clarksville . Clarkton at Clarkton . Clay at Excelsior Springs . Clayton at Clayton . Cleveland at Cleveland . Clifton at Thayer . Clifton Heights at St. Louis Clinton at Clinton . Clintonville at El Dorado Springs Cold Spring at Leeton Coldwater at Drexel Cole Camp at Cole Camp Colony at Colony Columbia at Pacific . . . . . . . .. Comfort at Wheaton Compass at Parkville Competition at Competition Composite at Doniphan ..... Continental at Stewartsville Conway at Conway Cooper at Boonville Corinthian at Warrensburg Cosby at Cosby Cosmos at St. Louis Country Club at Kansas City Cowgill at Cowgill . . . . . . . . .. Craft at Canton Craig at Craig Crane at Crane Crescent Hill at Adrian Crestwood at Crestwood Criterion at Alba . . . . . . . . . .. Cuba at Cuba Cunningham at Sumner

26 49 31 9

50 36 59 37 14 18 10 16 60 11 6lB 34 53 61D 37 43 36 34 36 2 32 55 21 38 52 10 38 25 36 9 61 B 22-B 12 15 8 54 35 61 C 44 39 19

492 539 400 88

Daggett at McKittrick. . . . . .. 28 Dawn at Dawn 12 Decatur at Pierce City 55 Defiance at Sheridan 6

See "Lodge Directory by Districts" pages 213-232 for Worshipful Master (Name), Secretary (Name and Address), and Meeting Time

1985

No. Name 137 Delphian at Birch Tree 119 DeSoto at DeSoto 532 Dexter at Dexter 325 Dockery at Meadville 300 Doric at Elkland

District 47 40 50 13 45

E 285 575 630 384 291 318 599 607 14 497 278 505 73 27 405 577 441

187

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Earl at Coffey . 10 Easter at St. Clair . 32 East Gate at Kansas City . 22-B East Prairie at East Prairie .. 50 Edina at Edina . 2 Eldorado at Luray . 1 Elvins at Flat River . 48 Eminence at Eminence . 47 . 16 Eolia at Eolia . 39 Equality at Newburg . 50 Essex at Essex Euclid at Crestwood . 61C Eureka at Brunswick . 19 Evergreen at New Haven . 32 Everton at Everton . 42 . 15 Ewing at Ewing .. : 49 Excelsior at Jackson

No.

Name

District

9 George Washington at St. Louis . 427 Glenwood at Glenwood . 218 Good Hope at St. Louis . . 397 Gower at Gower 644 Grain Valley at Grain Valley 514 Granby at Granby . 579 Grandin at Grandin . . 276 Grand River at Freeman . 618 Grandview at Grandview . 272 Granite at Sedalia 66 Grant City at Grant City . 173 Gray Summit at Gray Summit 414 Greensburg at Greensburg 635 Greentop at Greentop 107 Greenville at Greenville. . . ..

61D I

61D II

59 56 47 34 59 36 6 32 2 1 52

H 216 336 224 188 499 672

Hale City at Hale 20 Hallsville at Hallsville . . . . . .. 26 Hamilton at Hamilton 12 Hannibal at Hannibal 15 Harmony at St. Louis . . . . . .. 61 D Harold O. Grauel at F Cape Girardeau . . . . . . . . . . .. 49 171 Hartford at Hartford . . . . . . . 3 483 Fairfax at Fairfax . 8 51 571 Hayti at Hayti 44 Fair Play at Fair Play . 41 132 Farmington at Farmington 459 Hazelwood at Seymour 45 48 354 Hebron at Mexico . . . . . . . . .. 27 47 Fayette at Fayette . 25 345 Fellowship at Joplin 9 117 Helena at Helena . 44 281 Fenton at Fenton 37 Hemple at Hemple . 61C 11 542 Ferguson at Ferguson 477 Henderson at Rogersville 45 . 61A 338 Herculaneum at 339 Fidelity at Farley . 21 Herculaneum . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 40 668 Florissant at Florissant . 61A 578 Forest Park at Mehlville 123 Hermann at Hermann. . . . .. 32 . 61C 453 Forsyth at Forsyth . 54 288 Hermitage at Hermitage .. .. 41 554 Foster at Foster . 35 187 Hermon at Liberal 43 212 Four Mile at Campbell . 60 22-B 104 Heroine at Kansas City 31 211 Hickory Hill at Eugene 363 Fraternal at Robertsville . 32 527 Higbee at Higbee 18 636 Freedom at Mehlville . 61C 364 Higginsville at Higginsville 23 352 Friend at Ozark . 54 362 Hiram at Kahoka 1 . 12 89 Friendship at Chillicothe 41 279 Hogles Creek at Wheatland . 27 48 Fulton at Fulton 262 Holden at Holden . . . . . . . . .. 36 G 660 Holliday at Holliday '" . . . .. 17 515 Galena at Galena 54 251 Hope at Washington 32 10 239 Hopewell at Lesterville 47 106 Gallatin at Gallatin 655 Gardenville at St. Louis 61 D 215 Hornersville at Hornersville 60 522 Gate City at Kansas City 22-A 4 Howard at New Franklin '" 25 415 Hunnewell at Hunnewell '" 14 422 Gate of the Temple at Springfield 45 30 Huntsville at Huntsville. . . .. 18 See "Lodge Directory by Districts" pages 213-232 for Worshipful Master (Name), Secretary (Name and Address), and Meeting Time

188 No.

Name

District

410 Iberia at Iberia 581 Illmo at Scott City . . . . . . . . .. 76 Independence at Independence 54 Index at Garden City. . . . . .. 536 Ingomar at Willow Springs 381 Ionia at Eldon 154 Ionic at Desloge. . . . . . . . . . .. 143 Irondale at Irondale 446 Ivanhoe at Kansas City

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

Jackson at Linneus Jacksonville at Jacksonville .. Jacoby at Darlington Jamesport at Jamesport. . . .. Jasper at Jasper . . . . . . . . . . .. Jefferson at Jefferson City .. Jennings at Jennings Jerusalem at Jerico Springs Jewel at Pleasant Hill Joachim at Hillsboro Jonathan at Denver Jonesburg at Jonesburg Joplin at Joplin Joppa at Hartville

38 49 59 34 53 58 48 40 22-B

13 18 6 10 44 31 61A 42 34 40 6 28 44 46

K 220 311 68 243 376 105 484 245

Kansas City at Kansas City Kearney at Kearney. . . . . . .. Kennett at Kennett . . . . . . . .. Keystone at Webster Groves King Hill at St. Joseph. . . . . . Kirksville at Kirksville Kirkwood at Kirkwood Knob Noster at Knob Noster 582 Koshkonong at Koshkonong

22-A II

60 61 C 9 2 61C 36 53

L 222 83 115 489 292 460 574 531 237

1985

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

La Belle at La Belle Laclede at Lebanon Laddonia at Laddonia Lakeville at Bell City Lamar at Lamar Lambskin at St. Louis La Monte at La Monte. . . . .. Lanes Prairie at Vichy La Plata at La Plata

15 38 27 50 43 61 D 36 39 14

No.

District

Name

506 Lathrop at Lathrop 145 Latimer at Licking 598 Leadwood at Leadwood 77 Lebanon at Steelville 149 Lexington at Lexington . . . .. 31 Liberty at Liberty 302 Lick Creek at Perry 138 Lincoln at Fillmore .. . . . . . . . 326 Linn at Linn . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 152 Linn Creek at Camdenton .. 521 Lockwood at Lockwood. . . .. 488 Lock Springs at Lock Springs 257 Lodge of Light at Eagleville 259 Lodge of Love at Lancaster 403 Lowry City at Lowry City

11 39 48 39 23 11 17 9 31 38 42 10 5 1 37

M 324 McDonald at Independence 125 McFall-Gentryville at McFall 433 Macks Creek at Macks Creek 626 Magnolia at St. Louis 112 Maitland at Maitland 406 Malden at Malden . . . . . . . . .. 543 Mansfield at Mansfield . . . . .. 566 Maplewood at Webster Groves 481 Marceline at Marceline 110 Marcus at Fredericktown 569 Marlborough at Grandview 260 Mechanicsville at Defiance .. 16 Memphis at Memphis 628 Mendon at Mendon 313 Meramec at Eureka 35 Mercer at Princeton 2 Meridian at St. Louis 244 Middle Fabius at Downing .. 567 Miller at Miller 151 Milton at Milton 471 Mineral at Oronogo I Missouri-Commonwealth at Webster Groves 639 Mizpah at Florissant . . . . . . .. 344 Moberly at Moberly 144 Modern at Humansville 612 Mokane at Mokane . . . . . . . .. 129 Monett at Monett 295 Moniteau at Jamestown .. . .. 64 Monroe at Monroe City. . . .. 490 Montevallo at Montevallo ...

59 6 38 61 D 8 60 46 61C 13 48 59 30 I

19 61 C 4 61 D I 55 18 44 61C 61 A 18 41 27 55 31 17 43

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1985 No.

N arne

District

246 Montgomery at Montgomery City 58 Monticello at Monticello 603 Morehouse at Morehouse 184 Morley at Morley 351 Mosaic at Belleview . . . . . . . .. 558 Moscow at Moscow Mills .... 294 Mound City at Mound City 476 Mount Hope at Odessa ..... 40 Mount Moriah at Se Louis 439 Me Olive at Rogersville . . . .. 99 Me Vernon at Mount Vernon . . . . . . . . . . . .. 614 Mount Washington at Independence 327 Mt. Zion at West Plains 158 Mountain Grove at Mountain Grove 637 Mountain View at Mountain View 221 Mystic Tie at Oak Ridge

28 15 50 50 48 29 8 23 61 B 45 55 59 53 46 53 49

429 270 473 470 643 157 358 622

Naphtali at St. Louis . Naylor at Naylor . Neosho at Neosho New Bloomfield at New Bloomfield New Hampton at New Hampton.................. New Hope at Elsberry New London at New London . New Madrid at New Madrid New Salem at Winfield . . Nineveh at Olney . Nodaway at Maryville Northeast at Kansas City . North Star at Rock Port . Northwest at Tarkio . Norwood at Norwood

163 671 576 139 546 518 303 7

Occidental at Overland Odom at Portageville Olive Branch at St. Louis Oregon at Forest City Orient at Kansas City. . . . . .. Oriental at Blackburn Osage at Nevada O'Sullivan at Walnut Grove

25 568 247 60 510 199 307

189

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

61B 52 56 27 5 29 17 51 29 29 7 22-A 8 8 46

o 61 A 51 61B 8 22-A 24 43 45

No.

Name

District

623 Overland at Overland 61 A 614" Owensville at Owensville .... 32

p 241 18 19 308 65 11 330 319 551 670 92 502 136 399 182 469 504 113 142 467 176 79 349 232 95 209 131 556 503 179 657 658 190 596 180 383

Palestine at St. Charles Palmyra at Palmyra . . Paris Union at Paris Parrott at Maysville . Pattonsburg at Pattonsburg Pauldingville at Wright City Paul Revere at Hazelwood .. Paulville at Hurdland . Pendleton at Doe Run . Perryville at Perryville . Perseverance at Louisiana . Philadelphia at Philadelphia Phoenix at Bowling Green .. Pike at Curryville . . Pilot Knob at Richville Plato at Plato . Platte City at Platte City . Plattsburg at Plattsburg . Pleasant Grove at Otterville Pleasant Hope at Pleasant Hope , . Point Pleasant at Conran . . Polar Star at Clayton Pollock at Pollock . Polo at Polo . Pomegranate at St. Louis . Poplar Bluff at Poplar Bluff Potosi at Potosi . . Prairie at Gilman City Prairie Home at Prairie Home Pride of the West at St. Louis . . Progress at Florissant Purity at Creve Coeur . Putnam at Newtown . Puxico at Puxico . Pyramid at St. Louis . . Pythagoras at Cassville

30 15 17 10 10 30 61A

2 48 49 16 15 16 16 46 46 21 11 25 41 51 61B 3 12 61D 52 40

5 25 61B 61A 61B 3 50 61D

380 Queen City at Queen City

R 33 Ralls at Center 223 Ray at Camden

. . . . . . .. 17 23

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190 No. 391 570 479 385 57 361 13 496 435 663 213 550 404 204 316 238 90 572

Name District Raytown at Raytown . . . . . . .. 59 Republic at Republic 45 35 Rich Hill at Rich Hill 38 Richland at Richland Richmond at Richmond 23 41 Riddick at Buffalo Rising Sun at Kansas City 21 Robert Burns at Gainesville 53 Rockbridge at Almartha 53 22-B Rockhill at Kansas City 39 Rolla at Rolla Rose Hill at Creve Coeur 61 B Rosendale at Rosendale . . . . . 9 Rowley at Dearborn 21 Rural at Kansas City. . . . . . .. 22-A Rushville at Rushville . . . . . . . 9 Russellville at Russellville ... 31 Rutledge at Rutledge 1

225 226 424 298 462 293 71 508 448 126 236 513 646 653 625 256 228 371 310 75 511 271 206 547 466 296 273 588 234 230 28 78

1985

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Salem at Salem Saline at St. Mary's Samaritan at Bonne Terre .. Sampson at Theodosia Santa Fe at Santa Fe . . . . . . .. Sarcoxie at Sarcoxie Savannah at Savannah . . . . . . Saxton at St. Joseph Schell City at Schell City Seaman at Milan. . . . . . . . . . . Sedalia at Sedalia Senath at Senath Shaveh at Creve Coeur Shawnee at Warsaw Sheffield at Kansas City. . . .. Shekinah at Crystal City .... Shelbina at Shelbina . . . . . . .. Sheldon at Sheldon Sikeston at Sikeston Silex at Silex . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Skidmore at Skidmore .. . . . . Solomon at Springfield Somerset at Powersville South Gate at Kansas City .. Southwest at Southwest City Sparta at Sparta . . . . . . . . . . .. St. Clair at Osceola St. Francisville at Wayland .. St. Francois at Libertyville .. St. James at St. James St. John's at Hannibal St. Joseph at St. Joseph. . . . .

39 48 48 53 17 44 9 9 43 3 36 60 61 A 36 22-A 40 14 43 50 29 7 45 3 22-A 56 54 37 I

48 39 15 9

District No. Name 20 St. Louis at Creve Coeur . . .. 61 B 93 St. Mark's at Cape Girardeau 49 109 Stanberry at Stanberry . . . . . . 6 37 419 Star at Taberville 48 133 Star of the West at Ironton " 56 538 Stella at Stella 283 Stockton at Stockton . . . . . . .. 42 45 608 Strafford at Strafford 174 Sturgeon at Sturgeon " 26 32 69 Sullivan at Sullivan 555 Summersville at Summersville 46 59 263 Summit at Lee's Summit 22-B 617 Swope Park at Kansas City

T 565 438 299 177 56 111 638 205 641 440 34 360 114 12

Tebbetts at Tebbetts Temperance at Smithville Temple at Kansas City Texas at Houston Tipton at Tipton Trenton at Trenton Triangle at St. Louis Trilumina at Marshall Trinity at St. Louis Trowel at Marble Hill Troy at Troy Tuscan at St. Louis Twilight at Columbia Tyro at Caledonia

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

27 II

22-A 46 31 4

61B 24 61D 49 29 61B 26 40

u 593 124 210 5 495 421

Union at Union Union Star at Union Star. " Unionville at Unionville United at Springfield Unity at Richards Urbana at Urbana "

629 509 491 320 676 94 62

Valley Park at Valley Park Van Buren at Van Buren Vandalia at Vandalia Versailles at Versailles Viburnum at Viburnum Vienna at Vienna Vincil at Cameron

32 10 3 45 43 41

v . . . . . .

61C 47 27 58 48 39 II

w 52 Wakanda at Carrollton 605 Walker at Walker

20 43

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1985 No. 456 665 74 609 87 61 526 375 512 98 84

22 613 46 445 103 396 15 53

191

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Name District Wallace at Bunceton. . . . . . .. 25 51 Wardell at Wardell Warren at Keytesville. . . . . .. 19 Warrenton at Warrenton 30 42 Washington at Greenfield Waverly at Waverly 23 52 Wayne at Piedmont Waynesville at Waynesville .. 38 Webb City at Webb City 44 45 Webster at Marshfield Webster Groves at Webster Groves 61C 9 Wellington at De Kalb 61 A Wellston at Hazelwood Wentzville at Wentzville 30 West-Gate at Kirkwood 61C , 49 West View at Millersville Western Light at Louisburg 41 Western Star at Winston 10 Weston at Weston , 21

No. 340 162 417 620 370

29 540 430 387

Name District Westport at Kansas City 22-B Whitesville at Whitesville. . . . 9 Whitewater at Whitewater .. 49 Willard at Willard .. . . . . . . .. 45 Williamstown at Williamstown 15 Windsor at Windsor . . . . . . .. 37 Winigan at Winigan 3 47 Winona at Winona Woodside at Thomasville 53

x 50 Xenia at Hopkins

y 563 York at Kansas City

22-B

z 545 Zalma at Zalma 49 189 Zeredatha at St. Joseph. . . . . 9

NUMERICAL UST OF LODGES WITH DISTRICT NUMBERS

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29.

Missouri-Commonwealth .. , 61-C 61-0 Meridian Beacon 61-A Howard 25 United 45 O'Sullivan

Geo. Washington , Agency................... Pauldingville Tyro Rising Sun , Eolia , Western Star , Memphis................. Clarksville Palmyra Paris Union , St. Louis

61-0

16 15 17 61-B

Wellington . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Naphtali Ava Evergreen St. John's Windsor

30 40 21 16 10 I

, 61-B 46 32 , 15 37

30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58.

Huntsville 18 Liberty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 11 Ralls Troy Mercer................... Cooper Hemple Callao

17 29 4 25 11 14

Mt. Moriah Bismarck

61-B 48

Jefferson Fair Play Bonhomme Wentzville Fayette Fulton

31 41 61-C 30 25 27

Xenia.................... Wakanda Weston Index Arrow Rock Tipton Richmond Monticello

7 20 21 34 24 31 23 15

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192 No. 59. 60. 61. 62. 63. 64. 65. 66. 67. 68. 69. 70. 71. 72. 73. 74. 75. 76. 77. 78. 79. 80. 81. 82. 83. 84. 85. 86. 87. 88. 89. 90. 91. 92. 93. 94. 95. 96. 97. 98. 99. 100. 101. 102. 103. 104. 105. 106. 107. 108. 109. 110.

1985

PROCEEDINGS OF THE Name Centralia New Bloomfield Waverly Vincil Cambridge Monroe Pattonsburg. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Grant City

Kennett Sullivan Savannah................. Eureka Warren Silex Independence Lebanon St. Joseph Polar Star Bridgeton

District

26 27 23 11 24 17 10 6 60 32 9 19 19 29 59 39 9 61-B 61-A

Jackson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 13 Laclede 38 Webster Groves 61-C Brookfield Washington Defiance........ . Friendship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Russellville ,

13 42 6 12 31

Perseverance . . . . . . . . . . . . .. St. Mark's Vienna Pomegranate

16 49 39 61-D

Bethany Webster Mt. Vernon Ash Grove

5 45 55 45

West View Heroine Kirksville Gallatin Greenville

49 22-B 2 10 52

Stanberry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Marcus 48

No. 111. 112. 113. 114. 115. 116. 117. 118. 119. 120. 121. 122. 123. 124. 125. 126. 127. 128. 129. 130. 131. 132. 133. 134. 135. 136. 137. 138. 139. 140. 141. 142. 143. 144. 145. 146. 147. 148. 149. 150. 151. 152. 153. 154. 155. 156. 157. 158. 159. 160. 161. 162.

Name District Trenton.................. 4 Maitland 8 Plattsburg 11 Twilight 26 Laddonia 27 Barnes 46 Helena................... 9

DeSoto Compass

40 21

Hermann 32 Union Star 10 McFall-Gentryville. . . . . . . . . 6 Seaman 3 Athens................... 6 Monett Potosi Farmington Star of the West

55 " "

40 48 48

Braymer " 12 Phoenix 16 Delphian 47 Lincoln................... 9 Oregon................... 8 Amsterdam Pleasant Grove Irondale Modern Latimer

35 25 40 41 39

Cass

Lexington

Milton Linn Creek Bloomfield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Ionic

18 38 50 48

Ashland 26 North Star. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Mountain Grove 46

Whitesville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

See "Lodge Directory by Districts" pages 213-232 for Worshipful Master (Name), Secretary (Name and Address), and Meeting Time

1985 No. 163. 164. 165. 166. 167. 168. 169. 170. 171. 172. 173. 174. 175. 176. 177. 178. 179. 180. 181. 182. 183. 184. 185. 186. 187. 188. 189. 190. 191. 192. 193. 194. 195. 196. 197. 198. 199. 200. 201. 202. 203. 204. 205. 206. 207. 208. 209. 210. 211. 212. 213. 214.

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

N arne Occidental Joachim

District 61-A 40

Colony................... Camden Point Benevolence Hartford Censer Gray Summit Sturgeon

2 21 12 3 14 32 26

Point Pleasant . . . . . . . . . . . .. 51 Texas 46 Pride of the West Pyramid

61-B 61-D

Pilot Knob California Morley Chamois

. . . . . . . . . .. 46 31 50 31

Hermon Hannibal Zeredatha Putnam

43 15 9 3

Angerona

Bolivar

Carthage Allensville New Hope

44 6 29

Rowley 21 Trilumina 24 Somerset 3 Clay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 11 Poplar Bluff Unionville Hickory Hill Four Mile Rolla

3 31 60 39

No. 215. 216. 217. 218. 219. 220. 221. 222. 223. 224. 225. 226. 227 228. 229 230. 231. 232. 233 234. 235. 236. 237. 238. 239. 240 241. 242 243. 244. 245. 246. 247. 248 249 250 251. 252 253 254. 255. 256. 257. 258 259. 260. 261. 262. 263. 264 265. 266

193

District . 60 . 20 . 24 . 61-0 . 22-B . 22-A . 49 . 15 . 23 . 12 . 39 . 48 . 14 Shelbina . St. James 39 Cardwell 60 Polo...................... 12 . St. Francois 48 . . Sedalia 36 La Plata 14 Rushville 9 Hopewell 47 . Palestine.................. 30 . Keystone 61-C Middle Fabius. . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 36 Knob Noster Montgomery 28 Neosho 56 . . . Hope 32 . . Buder 35 Alton 53 Shekinah 40 5 Lodge of Light.. . I Lodge of Love Mechanicsville 30 . . Holden 36 Summit 59 . Corinthian 36 .

Name Hornersville Hale City Barbee Good Hope Albert Pike Kansas City Mystic Tie La Belle Ray Hamilton Salem Saline

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194 No.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE Name

District

No.

Name

1985 District

267. Aurora 318. Eldorado................. 1 Theodore Roosevelt 61-D 319. Paulville 2 268. 320. Versailles 58 321. Jonathan 6 269. Brotherhood.............. 9 322.. . 270. New Salem 29 323.. . 271. Solomon.................. 45 272. Granite 36 324. McDonald 59 13 273. St. Clair 37 325. Dockery 274. Cold Spring 36 326. Linn 31 275. 327. Mt. Zion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 53 276. Grand River 34 328. Cainsville 5 329.. . 277. 278. Essex..................... 50 330. Paul Revere. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 61-A 41 331. Charity 9 279. Hogles Creek 280. 332. . . 61-C 333. . . 281. Fenton 282. Cosmos 61-B 334. Breckenridge 12 283. Stockton.................. 42 335. Joplin 44 284. Canopy................... 55 336. Hallsville 26 10 337. Blue Springs 59 285. Earl 40 286. 338. Herculaneum 287. Craft..................... 15 339. Fidelity................... 21 288. Hermitage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 41 340. Westport 22-B 289. 341. . . 290. 342. Circle 37 2 343.. . 291. Edina 292. Lamar 43 344. Moberly 18 293. Sarcoxie 44 345. Fellowship 44 346. Arlington................. 39 294. Mound City. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 31 347. America 61-D 295. Moniteau 348.. . 296. Sparta.................... 54 297. 349. Pollock 3 298. Sampson 53 350.. . 22-A 351. Mosaic 48 299. Temple 352. Friend 54 300. Doric..................... 45 301. 353. Barnesville................ 47 " 17 354. Hebron 27 302. Lick Creek 21 303. Osage 43 355. Adelphi 304. 356. Ancient Landmark 26 305. Cecile Daylight " 22-A 357. . . 306. 358. Northwest 8 359.. . 307. New London. . . . . . . . . . . . .. 17 360. Tuscan 61-B 308. Parrott................... 10 309. 361. Riddick................... 41 310. Sikeston 50 362. Hiram.................... I 11 363. Fraternal 32 311. Kearney 39 364. Higginsville 23 312. Cuba 61-C 365. Bayou 53 313. Meramec 314. 366. Adair 2 42 367. Barry 55 315. Jerusalem 316. Rural 22-A 368. Crescent Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 35 317. 369. Composite 52 See "Lodge Directory by Districts" pages 213-232 for Worshipful Master (Name), Secretary (Name and Address), and Meeting Time

1985

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

195

No. Name District No. Name District 370. Williamstown 15 422. Gate of the Temple 45 371. Sheldon 43 423.. . 48 372. 424. Samaritan 425.. . 373. Belle 39 374. 426. . . 375. Waynesville 38 427. Glenwood . 428.. . 376. King Hill 9 429. New Madrid , 51 377. Ancient Craft. . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 378. 430. Winona 47 431. . 379. Billings................... 54 1 432. Competition 38 380. Queen City 433. Macks Creek , 38 381. Ionia..................... 58 382. 434. . . 435. Rockbridge 53 383. Pythagoras................ 55 436.. . 384. East Prairie 50 437.. . 385. Richland 38 11 386. 438. Temperance 387. Woodside 53 439. Mt. Olive 45 49 388. 440. Trowel 389. 441. Excelsior 49 390. 442. Burlington................ 7 61-C 391. Raytown 59 443. Anchor 23 392. Christian 59 444. Ada 11 445. West Gate 61-C 393. Bee Hive 22-B 394. 446. Ivanhoe 395. 447. Jacoby.................... 6 396. Western Light 41 448. Schell City 43 11 449.. . 397. Gower . . . . . . . . . .. 44 450. Belton.................... 34 398. Jasper 451.. . 399. Pike...................... 16 55 452.. . 400. Decatur 401. Carterville 44 453. Forsyth................... 54 402. 454. Continental............... 10 403. Lowry City 37 455.. . 404. Rosendale 9 456. Wallace................... 25 42 457. Jonesburg 28 405. Everton 458.. . 406. Malden................... 60 407. Charleston................ 50 459. Hazelwood 45 408. 460. Lambskin 61-D 409. 461. Caruthersville............. 51 410. Iberia 38 462. Santa Fe 17 411. Joppa 46 463. Clifton 53 37 464.. . 412. Appleton City 413. 465. . . 2 466. Southwest 56 414. Greensburg 14 467. Pleasant Hope 41 415. Hunnewell 416. Cache 61-D 468. . . 49 469. Plato 46 417. Whitewater 418. 470. Nodaway 7 37 471. Mineral 44 419. Star 420. 472. . . 41 473. Nineveh 29 421. Urbana See "Lodge Directory by Districts" pages 213-232 for Worshipful Master (Name), Secretary (Name and Address), and Meeting Time

196 No.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE Name

District

No.

Name

1985 District

474. 526. Wayne 52 475. 527. Higbee 18 476. Mount Hope 23 528. Conway 38 477. Henderson 45 529. Apollo 61-A 478. 530. . . 479. Rich Hill 35 531. Lanes Prairie 39 532. Dexter 50 480. Jewel..................... 34 533. Comfort .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 55 481. Marceline................. 13 482. Clintonville 43 534. Columbia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 32 483. Fairfax 8 535. Blackwell 40 53 484. Kirkwood 61-C 536. Ingomar 485. Coldwater 34 537.. . 18 538. Stella 56 486. Cairo 12 487. Chilhowee 36 539. Dawn 488. Lock Springs " 10 540. Winigan 3 489. Lakeville 50 541. Jacksonville............... 18 490. Montevallo 43 542. Ferguson 61-A 491. Vandalia 27 543. Mansfield 46 492. Daggett 28 544. Algabil 61-0 493. 545. Zalma 49 494. 546. Orient 22-A 22-A 495. Unity 43 547. South Gate 53 548. Clinton................... 37 496. Robert Burns 497. Equality 39 549. Carl Junction 44 498. 550. Rose Hill 61-B 61-D 551. Pendleton 48 499. Harmony 500. 552. Calhoun 37 553.. . 501. Buckner.................. 59 15 554. Foster 35 502. Philadelphia 25 555. Summersville 46 503. Prairie Home 21 556. Prairie 5 504. Platte City 505. Euclid 61-C 557. . . 506. Lathrop 11 558. Moscow 29 10 507. 559. Clarksdale 508. Saxton 9 560.. . 509. Van Buren 47 561. Cowgill................... 12 510. New Hampton 5 562.. . 563. york 22-B 511. Skidmore................. 7 512. Webb City " 44 564. Jamesport 10 513. Senath 60 565. Tebbetts 27 56 566. Maplewood 61-C 514. Granby 515. Galena 54 567. Miller 55 516. 568. Naylor 52 59 517. 569. Marlborough 24 570. Republic.................. 45 518. Oriental 54 571. Hayti 51 519. Crane 520. Clifton Heights 61-0 572. Rutledge I 60 521. Lockwood 42 573. Bernie 522. Gate City 22-A 574. La Monte. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 36 523. 575. Easter 32 61-B 524. 576. Olive Branch 525. Cunningham 19 577. Ewing 15 See "Lodge Directory by Districts" pages'213-232 for Worshipful Master (Name), Secretary (Name and Address), and Meeting Time -

1985

197

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

No.

Name

578. 579. 580. 581. 582. 583. 584. 585. 586. 587. 588. 589. 590. 591. 592. 593. 594. 595. 596. 597. 598. 599. 600. 601. 602. 603. 604. 605. 606. 607. 608. 609. 610. 61I. 612. 613. 614. 615. 616. 617. 618. 619. 620. 621. 622. 623. 624. 625. 626. 627.

Forest Park Grandin

61-C 47

Illmo Koshkonong

49 53

District

Criterion Branson St. Francisville

44 54 I

Advance Barnett

50 58

Union

Cole Camp Puxico Bosworth Leadwood Elvins Cosby.................... Clayton. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Acacia Morehouse

36 50 20 48 48 9 61-B 26 50

Walker Craig..................... Eminence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Strafford Warrenton. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Clark

43 8 47 45 30 18

Mokane Wellston Mt. Washington Chaffee Brentwood Swope Park Grandview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

27 61-A 59 49 61-B 22-B 59

Willard Anderson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Norwood Overland Owensville. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Sheffield Magnolia

45 56 46 61-A 32 22-A 61-D

No.

Name

628. 629. 630. 631. 632. 633. 634 635. 636. 637. 638. 639. 640. 641. 642. 643. 644. 645. 646. 647 648 649 650 651. 652 653. 654 655. 656. 657. 658. 659. 660. 661. 662. 663. 664 665. 666 667. 668. 669. 670. 671. 672. 673. 674. 675. 676.

Mendon Valley Park East Gate . Belgrade Archie

District

19 61-C 22-B .

. . . . . . Je~n~ngs . Tnmty . Benj. Franklin . Northeast . Grain Valley . Clarkton . Shaveh . . . . . Cleveland................. . Shawnee.................. . Gardenville . Country Club . Progress . Purity . Alpha . Holliday . . . Clarence.................. Rockhill . Wardell . Berkeley . Florissant . Crestwood . Perryville . Odom . Harold O. Grauel . Arnold . Central Crossing . Bunker . Viburnum . Greentop Freedom Mountain View Triangle Mizpah

40 34 I

61-C 53 61-B 61-A 61-A 61-D 61-B 22-A 59 60 61-A

34 36 61-D 22-B 61-A 61-B 22-A 17 14 22-B 51 61-A 61-A 61-C 49 51 49 40 55 47 48

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Laclede (5-25-1854) " . Webster Groves (10-21-1897) . . Brookfield (6-2-1866) Washington (10-12-1847) '" . Defiance (10-17-1878) . Friendship (10-12-1847) . Russellville (10-11-1888) . Perseverance (10-12-1847) . St. Mark's (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) . West View (6-2-1866) . Heroine (5-10-1849) . Kirksville (5-26-1846) . Gallatin (10-16-1879) . Greenville (10-4-1886) . Stanberry (10-17-1878) . Marcus (5-10-1849) . Trenton (5-9-1850) . Maitland (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) .

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Hermann (5-10-1850) . Union Star (10-15-1885) . McFall-Gentryville (5-10-1850) . Seaman (5-28-1858) . Athens (5-8-1851) . Monett (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) , .. 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) .

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760.00 344.00 384.00 624.00 1,016.00 1,588.00 1,024.00 1,376.00 640.00 720.00 608.00 400.00 320.00 904.00 400.00 368.00 496.00 384.00 744.00 1,736.00 1,496.00 288.00 1,608.00 1,176.00 1,232.00 1.016.00 1,000.00 848.00 656.00 972.00 1,576.00 328.00 576.00 200.00

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Hartford (5-30-1857) Censer (10-14-1875) 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 Knob (10-17-1895) California (10-19-1898) . Morley (10-19-1899) . Chamois (5-28-1859) . Hermon (10-17-1889) . Hannibal (5-28-1859) . Zeredatha (5-28-1859) Putnam (5-28-1859) Angerona (5-28-1859) Bohvar (10-19-1867) Cartha~e (10-19-1867) AllensvJ11e (5-30-1860) New Hope (5-31-1860) .. Rowley (10-19-1867) . Trilumina (10-19-1867) . Somerset (5-29-1861) . Clay (5-30-1861) . Poplar Bluff (5-30-1861) . Unionville (5-30-1861) f:lickory. 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) .

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Good Hope (5-30-1861)

Albert Pike (10-17-1895) Kansas City (5-30路1861) Mystic Tie (5路30-1861) La Belle (10-11-1888) Ray (9-21-1921) Hamilton (10-19-1867) Salem (5-29-1862) Saline (5-29-1862) Shelbina (5-29-1862) S1. James (5-29-1863) Cardwell (10-19-1899) Polo (10-17-1876) St. Francois (5-26-1864) Sedalia (5-24-1864) LaPlata (6-22路1866) .. . .. .. . . Rushville (5-26-1865) Hopewell (10-13-1881) Palestine (5-26-1865) . " . . . .. .. . . Keystone (5-26-1865) Middle Fabius (5-26-1865) Knob Noster (5-26-1865) Montgomery (1-12-1920) Neosl1o (5-28-1856) .. " . . . .. . . . .

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Mechanicsville (10-15-1868) . Holden (10-15-1868) . Summit (10-15-1868) . Corinthian (10-15-1868) . Aurora T. Roosevelt (10-15-1868) Brotherhood (10-19-1922) . :'IIew Salem (10-18-1868) . Solomon (10-15-1868) . Granite (10-15-1868) . Saint Clair (10-15-1868) . . Cold Spring (10-16-1879) Grand River (10-15-1868) . .. Essex (9-29-1904) Hogles Creek (10-15-1868) . Fenton (10-15-1868) . Cosmos (10-15-1868) . Stockton (10-15-1868) . Canopy (10-17-1889) . Earl (10-15-1868) . Craft (10-15-1868) . Hermitage (10-15-1868) . Edina (10-15-1868) . Lamar (10-15-1868) . Sarcoxie (10-15-1868) . Mound City (10-15-1868) . , . Moniteau (10-15-1868) ., . Sparta (10-10-1888) , . Sampson (10-18-1900) , . Temple (10-15-1868) . Doric (10-15-1868) . Lick Creek (10-15-1868) . Osage (10-15-1868) . Cecile Daylight (10-17-1923) . New London (10-12-1869) , . Parrott (10-12-1869) , . Sikeston (10-12-1869) . Kearney (10-12-1869) .

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Cuba (10-13-1887) . Meramec (10-19-1923) . Jerusalem (10-22-1896) . "kural (10-12-1869) . Eldorado (10-12-1869) . Paulville (10-12-1869) . Versailles (10-18-1923) . Jonath~n (10-12-1869) . McDonald (10-12-1869) . Dockery (10-12-1869) . Linn (10-19-1898) . Mt. Zion (10-13-1870) . Cainsville (10-13-1870) . Paul Revere (10-26-1923) . Charity (10-13-1870) . Breckenridge (10-13-1870) . Joplin (10-13-1871) . Hallsville (10-17-1878) . Blue Springs (10-13-1887) . Herculaneum (10-19-1922) . Fidelity (10-13-1870) . Westport (10-11-1894) . Circle (10-13-1870) . Moberly (10-13-1870) . Fellowship (10-13-1870) . Arlington (10-13-1870) . America (9-17-1919) . Pollock (10-16-1884) . Mosaic (10-13-1870) . Friend (10-13-1870) . Barnesville (9-27-1906) . Hebron (10-13-1870) . Adelphi (10-13-1870) . Ancient Landmark (10-17-1873) Northwest (10-15-1884) .

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Tuscan (10-13-1870) Riddick (10-13-1871) Hiram (10-13-1870) Fraternal (10-13-1870) Higginsville (10-14-1880)

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5.00 20.00 10.00 35.00 20.00

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100.00

25.00

40.00 40.00

10.00 10.00

405 406 407 410 411 412 414 415 416 417 419 421 422 424 427 429 430 432 433 435

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) . Greensburg (10·13-1871) . Hunnewell (10.12-1871) . Cache (10-12-1871) . Whitewater (10-13-1881) . Star (10-16-1872) .. L'rbana (10-15-1886) . Gate of the Temple (10-16-1872) Samaritan (10-16-1872) . Glenwood (10-16-1873) . :-.lew Madrid (10-17-1873) . Winona (10-10-1894) . Competition (10-15-1891) Macks Creek (11-1-1878) . Rockbridge (10-21-1897) .

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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) Jacoby (10-17-1901) 'Schell City (10-17.1873) Belton (10-16-1872) Forsyth (10-16-1872) Continental (10-21-1903) Wallace (10-16-1872)

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336.00 1,144.00 1,032.00 1,216.00 264.00 600.00 664.00 232.00 1,936.00 920.00 272.00 328.00 11,520.00 1,144.00 432.00 1,552.00 256.00 408.00 904.00 320.00 752.00 800.00 864.00 1,720.00 432.00 2,122.00 792.00 1,556.16 5,696.00 232.00 352.00 1,840.00 1,288.00 504.00 376.00

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15.00 5.00 5.00 15.00

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185.00 20.00

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Jo.nesb~rg (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 (10-16-1873) Plato (10-16-1873) Nodaway (10-17-1873) Mineral (10-17.1873) Nineveh (10-15-1874) Mt. Hope (10-15-1874) Henderson (10-15·1874) Rich Hill (10-29-1881) Jewel (10-17-1878) Marcehne (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) Lock Springs (10-15-1874) Lakeville (10-15-1874) Montevallo (10-15-1874) Vandalia (10-12-1876) Dasgett (10-12-1876) Umty (10-17.1895) Robert Burns (10-11-1877) Equality (9-27-1906) Harmony (9-19-1917) Buckner (10-11-1877) Philadelphia (10-11-1877)

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140.00 220.00 80.00

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120.00 80.00

30.00 20.00

20.00

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40.00 10.00 40.00 5.00

503 504 505 506 508 509 510 511 512 513 514 515 518 519 520 521 522 525 526 527 528 529 531 532 533 534 535 536 537 538 539 540 541 542 543 544

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) New 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 Prolirie (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) Algabil (9-19-1917)

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320.00 928.00 1,864.00 456.00 1,528.00 680.00 464.00 728.00 992.00 640.00 480.00 1,104.00 424.00 632.00 2,696.00 448.00 2,208.00 448.00 1,240.00 400.00 352.00 840.00 896.00 1,432.00 480.00 1,144.00 528.00 856.00 440.00 408.00 272.00 304.00 280.00 3,720.00 656.00 1,664.00

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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) Cowgill (10-12-1893) York (10-15·1895) Jamesport (10-19-1898) 'Tebbetts (10-22-1902) Maplewood (9-29-1904) Miller (9-29-1904) Naylor (9-29-1904) Marlborough (10-26-1927) Republic (9-28-1905) Hayti (9-28-1905) Rutledge (9-28-1905) Bernie (9-28-1905) laMonte (9-27-1905) Easler (9-28-1905) Olive Branch (9-27-1906) Ewing (9-27-1906) Forest Park (9-27-1906) Grandin (9-27-1906) lIlmo (9-27-1906) Koshkonong (9-27-1906) Criterion (9-26-1907)

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587 588 590 591 593 595 596 597 598 599 600 601 602 603 605 606 607 608 609 610 612 613 614 615 616 617 618 620 621 622 623 624 625 626 628 629 630 632

Branson (9-26-1907) St. Francisville (9-26-1907) Advance (9-26-1907) . . . . . . . . . . .. Barnett (9-26-1907) .. . . . . . . . . . . . Union (9-26-1907) Cole; Camp (10·28·1926) PUXICO (9-30-1908) 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) . . .. Mt. Washington (9-28-1911) Chaffee (9-28-1911) 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) V.alley Park (10-2-1913) East Gate (10-2-1913) Belgrade (10-1-1914)

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100.00 60.00 60.00 60.00 80.00 20.00

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Lodge

No.

. . . . . Eldorado . . . . . Hiram St. Francisville . . . . . Memphis . . . . . Rutledge ..... Middle Fabius . . . . . Lodge of Love Queen City Clenwood Greentop

. . . . . . . . . .

318 362 588 16 572 244 259 380 427 635

Donald J. Kerner, D.D.G.M., 847 West Thompson Street, Kahoka, Mo. 63445 Location

Luray Kahoka Wayland Memphis

Rutle~ge

Downing Lancaster Queen City Clenwood Greentop

Master's Name Elza Roberts Leland S. Walker Russell D. Murphy David V. Barton Hillis L. McCabe Floyd R. Small Charles L. Fremon Sidney Sidwell Russell K. Lancaster Melvin R. Dennis

Secretary's Name and Address

Time of Meeting

James E. Frazier, Rt. 1, Box 49, Arbela, Mo. 63432 lst & 3rd Mc;,". bonald C. Treece, Rt. 3, Box 3, Kahoka, Mo. 63445 . . . . . . . . lst & 3rd Fn. Kim V. Frazee, Rt. I, Box 193, Alexandria, Mo. 63430 lst & 3rd Thurs. John M. Courtney. P.O. Box 284, Memphis, Mo. 63555 lst Thurs. Carl R. Berges, Rt. 1, Box 186, .Rutledge, Mo. 63563 lst & 3rd Mon. Paul T. McCune, Rt. #2, Downing, Mo. 63536 2nd Thurs. Craig W. Gardine, Rt. #3, Lancaster, Mo. 63548 2nd & 4th Fri. Donald L; Cra~tree, P.O. Box 154, Queen City, Mo. 63561 2nd & 4th Thurs. Max W. Frankhn, P.O. Box 37, Glenwood, Mo. 63541 lst & 3rd Wed. Charles R. McBee, P.O. Box 172, Greentop, Mo. 63546 2nd & 4th Mon.

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. . . . . .

105 366 168 291 319 414

K!rksv!lle KIrksvIlle Colony Edina Hurdland Baring

John B. Lorey Waldo L. McFarland John A. Ewalt Harry L. Ol~father Martin A. Sutzer Billy J. Mallett

L. Dale Gardner, P.O. Box 762,

Kir~svill,:,

Mo. 63501 John.E. Rowe! 1606 East Dear St., KIrksville, Mo. 63501 Martin O. GUinn, Rt. #2, Rutledge, Mo. 63563 Darrell E. Go!Jcher, Rt. #3, Edina, Mo. 63537 Larry J. McKim, P.O. Box 201, Brashear, Mo. 63533 John J. Pearce, 339 Green Street, Memphis, Mo. 63555

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. . . . . . .

171 206 210 126 190 349 540

Hartford Powersville Unionville Milan Newtown Pollock Winigan

Dr. Wayne D. Smith, D.D.G.M., P.O. Box 5, Winigan, Mo. 63566 Clifford B. Blue Sam M. Morris Russell Crawford Larry Z. Trumbo Billy R. Tucker Derald S. McDonald Gail A. Howell

Edward L. Tietsort, Rt. 5, Box 115C, Unionville 63565 Kenneth O. Ferguson, P.O. Box 125, Powersville, Mo. 64672 Emery H. Welsh, P.O. Box 36, Unionville, Mo. 63565 Clinton A. Southerland, 300 S. Pearl St., Milan, Mo. 63556 Wilburn L. Collins, Rt. 2, Box 7, Lucerne, Mo. 64655 Allen F. Tucker, Rt. #1, Pollock, Mo. 63560 Dr. Wayne D. Smith, P.O. Box 5, Winigan, Mo. 63566

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Lodge

No.

Grundy '1 Trenton . Mercer . . . . . . Mercer . . . . . . . . .

111 35

Location

Master's !\lame 1Marvin H. Koch Guy Earl Evoritt

Trenton Princeton

Time of Meeting

Secretary's Name and Address

'1 Ben C. Moore,

Ir., 1411 E. Sevemh St., Trenton, Mo. 64683 .. 11st Thurs. Kenneth W. Wilson, Rt. 2, Box 186, Princeton, Mo. 64673 2nd &: 4th Thurs.

FIn'H DISTRICT - W. Lynn Pou.h. D.D.G.M.. 804 S. 18th St.. Bethany. Mo. 64424 Harrison Harrison Harrison Harrison Harrison

. . . . .

'1 Lodge Bethany of Light

. . . .

Cainsville New Hampton Prairie

.. . . . .

971 Bethany 257 Eagleville 328 Caansville 510 New Hampton 556 Gilman City

'IJames V. Brooks Gale L. lones W. W. flendren Richard G. Jones Bill M. Ward

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Hodge, 1801 Hubbard St., Bethany, Mo. 64424 'koben C. Brenizer, Rt. 2, Box 243, Ridgeway, Mo. 64481 La D. Peugh, Mount Moriah, Mo. 64665 Ra:::Jall Williams, P.O. Box 6, Martinsville, Mo. 64467 Gary M. McPike, P.O. Box 66, Gilman City, Mo. 64642

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109 125 127 377 447 66 88 198 321

Stanberry McFall Albany King City Darlington Grant City Sheridan Allendale Denver

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SIXTH DISTRICT - Robert E. Rlneman. D.D.G.M.. Rt. 1. Box 17. Denver. Mo. 84441 Gentry . . . Stanberry Gentry . . . . . . McFall-Gentryville Gentry . . . Athens .. . . . . . . Gentry Ancient Craft Gentry Jacoby Grant City Worth Worth Defiance Worth Allensville Worth Jonathan

Roben L. Fannon Georg:e R. Sanford, 1002 N. Elm St., Stanberry, Mo. 64489 1st &: 3rd Thurs. Mark S. Crawford Clair J. Clevenger, P.O. Box 176, McFall, Mo. 64657 . . . .. .. 1st &: 3rd Mon. ~mes 10'. Mercer, 403 S. Burch St., Albany, Mo. 64402 2nd &: 4th Thurs. Paul E. Angle Randy Hodge. . . . . . . .. ackson C. Spiking, 501 S. Third ~t., King City, Mo. 64463 1st &: 3rd T~urs. Stephen Dodge . . . . . . .. ohn G. Swan, Rt. I, Box 78, Darhngton, Mo. 64438 . . . . . . .. 1st &: 3rd Fn. Harold E. Downing erold R. Chitty, P.O. Box 72, Grant City, Mo. 64456 3rd Mon. Gary E. lames. . . . . . . .. on C. Parman, Rt. 2, Box 44, Sheridan, Mo. 64486 2nd &: 4th Mon. David M'oyer Wilbur T. Osborne, P.O. Box 98, Gram City, Mo. 64456 4th Mon. Herben Wallace Robert E. Rineman, Rt. I. Box 17, Denver, Mo. 64441 4th Wed.

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

Xenia .......... Burlington ...... Nodaway ........ Skidmore .......

50 442 470 511

Hopkins ....... Burlinm,0n Jet. . .. Maryvale ....... Skidmore .......

Garland M. O'Riley ..... Eldon D. Williams, Rt. 2, Box 266, Hopkins, Mo. 64461 ..... Kenneth L. Bears ...... Charles W. Bragg, P.O. Box 173, Burlington Jet., Mo. 64428 Laymon B. Walker ..... Rodger L. Horn ....... ~ii~tFM~~t;~/~~~~ f{6,S~~id~~~,~~~:8r~:~~6.8..

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. . . .

North Star :-.Iorthwest Fairfax Maitland Oregon . . . . . Mound City Craig

. . . . . . .

157 358 483 112 139 294 606

Rock Port Tarkio Fairfax Maitland Forest City Mound Cuy Craig

Scott L. Ray Donald S. White David L. Alitz Eldon Gallagher Dona~d E. Schaeffer Marvm E. Hutton Calvin D. Rogers, Jr.

Charles E. Eddy, 704 Underwood Dr., Rock Port, Mo. 64482 Loren]. Brown, 607 S. 10th, Box 129, Tarkio, Mo. 64491 K. Roger Pennel, P.O. Box 157, Fairfax, Mo. 64446 Romame Henry, P.O. Box 137, Graham, Mo. 64455 William S. Richards, P.O. Box 226, Oregon, Mo. ~473 Carson McConnack, 111,811 Savannah St., Mound Cuy, Mo. 64470 Michael L. Whetsel, Rt. 2, Box 10, Craig, Mo. 64437

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NINTH DISTRICT - Lawrence T. Hoffman. D.D.G.M.. 1205 Midyett Rd.. St. Joseph. Mo. 64506 Andrew Savannah Andrew Helena Andrew Lincoln Andrew Whitesville Andrew Rosendale Andrew Cosby . . . . . . Buchanan . . . . Agency Buchanan Wellington

. . . . . . .

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. . . .

71 117 138 162 404 600 10 22 78 189 238 269 331 376 508

Savannah Helena Fillmore Whitesville Rosendale Cosby Agency DeKalb St. Joseph St. Joseph Rushville St. JOSePh St. oseph St. oseph St. oseph

Michael W. Hale James F. Huffman Gary D. Fnlzier George W. Clark. Jr. Basil A. Prettyman L. M. Bodenhausen Gary M. McDonald Ronald R. Baublit, II Ronald H. McCoy Paul C. Langemach Larry D. McElfresh Dennis N. Vogel Robert L. Shipp Merle L. lvey Jack L. Jeffers

Mac Hogue, 1005 Hall Ave., Apt. 18, Savannah, Mo. 64485 lohn D. Huffman, Ir., Rt. I, Box 81, Helena, Mo. 64459 l.arry E. Carr, Rt. r, Box 98, Rosendale, Mo. 64483 David E. Lancey. Rt. I, Box 32A, Helena, Mo. 64459 Glenn W.lenkins, 306 E. Nelson St., Savannah, Mo. 64485 Nelson I. Rapp, Rt. #1. Cosby, Mo. 64436 Harold¥. Smuh. P.O. Box 118, Agency, Mo. 64401 Ronald R. Baublit, Rt. #8, St. loseph, Mo. 64504 Carl B. Rose. 2213 Agency ROo, St. Joseph, Mo. 64503 Robert D. Wrehe, 2406 Lafayette St., St. Joseph, Mo. 64507 Norman H. Ellis, Rt. 2, Box 65, Rushville, Mo. 64484 Edgar E. Martin, 3110 N. 9th St.. St. loseph, Mo. 64505 Stephen B. Givens, 1402 S. 25th St., St. Jose h, Mo. 64507 Edwin C. Carpenter, 2814 Charles, St. Joseph, Mo. 64501 Roger M. Heard, 1323 Cudmore St., St. Joseph, Mo. 64503

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TENTH DISTRICT - Doyle C. Kime. D.D.G.M.. Rt. 2. Box 168. Jamesport. Mo. 64848 DeKalb Union Star DeKalb Parrott DeKaib Continental DeKaib Clarksdale Daviess Western Star Daviess . . . . . . Pattonsburg Daviess Gallatin Daviess . . . . . . Earl Daviess . . . . . . Lock Springs Jamesport Daviess

. . . . . . . . .

124 Union Star 308 Maysville 454 Stewansvdle 559 CI~rksdale 15 Wmston 65 Pattonsburg 106 Gallatin 285 Coffey 488 Lock Springs 564 Jamesport

Merlin E. Osborn Erne~t Denny Morns G. Wmger Robert F. S«:aley Donald L. Plttsenbarger William E. Walker Darwi~ Shuler,Jr. Rex Hmecker Gary D. Pepper Eugene Kime

Carol E. Simerly, Rt. #1, Union Star, Mo. 64494 1st &: 3rd Mon. '-:ouis S. Goodwin. Rt. 2, Box 3B, Maysville, M? 64469 . . . . . . 1st &: 3rd Mon. 1 homas K. Courtney. Rt. I, Box 36, Stewartsville, Mo. 64490 1st &: 3rd Tues. Daryl L. Price, Rt. #1, Amity, Mo: 64422 1st Be 3rd Thurs. lames D. Lollar, P.O. Box 190, Wmston, Mo. 64689 1st Be 3rd Tues. Monte B. Hoover, Rt. 3, Box 46, Pattonsburg, Mo. 64670 1st Be 3rd Wed. lohn T. McNeel, 212 S. Water St., Gallatin, Mo. 64640 2nd &: 4th Tues. 'Wally E. Sperry, Rt. #3, Pattonsburg, Mo. 64670 2nd Be 4th Thurs. Ross]. Lee, 1114 Shanklin St., Trenton, Mo. 64683 1st Be 3rd Thurs. Doyle C. Kime, Rt. 2, Box 168, Jamesport, Mo. 64648 1st Be 3rd Mon.

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ELEVENTH DISTRICT - Jimmie L. Offield. D.D.G.M.. 1806 Womall Rd.. Excelsior Springs. Mo. 64024 County

No.

Lodge

Clay . . . . . . . . Liberty Clay . . . . . . . . Angerona Clay Clay Clay . . . . . . . . Kearney Clay Temperance ..

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Clinton . . . . . . Plattsburg Clinton Gower Clinton . . . . . . Lathrop Ray Bee Hive

. . . .

... . . .

31 193 207 311 438 37 62 113 397 506 393

Location

Master's Name

Time of Meeting

Secretary's Name and Address

. lohn W. Gibson. Jr Merritt G. Damrell. P.O. Box 182, Liberty. Mo. 64068-0182 Liberty .. MiSSOUri City . 'tlton D. Mathews Chesley E. McAfee. Rt. 2, Box 162. Orrick. Mo. 64077 Excelsior Springs E.. Frank Ca~ey Robert A. C~rum. Rt. 3. Box 128. Excelsior Springs. Mo. 64024 MIchael S. Rmehart ~hn W. Ervm. P.O. Box 134. Kearney, Mo. 64060 Kearney Smithville lames H. Cunningham. .. ames L. Mitchell, 11514 N. Walnut, Kansas City. Mo. 64155 Hemple 'Melvin E. Ruoff .. orman W. Conner. P.O. Box 28. Easton. Mo. 64443 Cameron Robert K. Sandy Roy G. Newsom. 515 N. Walnut St.. Cameron, Mo. 64429 Plattsburg 10n.L. Strong lack D. Smith, 501 Maple St.. Plattsburg. Mo. 64477 Gower l.eshe C. Waters bavld L. Maag. Rt. I, Box 495. Gower. Mo. 64454 Lathrop M. Mike Guidry lames D. Fo~. Rt. 2, Box T24. Plattsburg. Mo. 64477 Lawson Stephen C. James R. Wayne Briant, Rt. 2. Box 380. Lawson. Mo. 64062

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Braymer. . . . . . Hamilton Polo . . . . . . . . . Breckenridge. . . Cowgill. . . . . . . Friendship '" Benevolence ... Dawn . . . . . . . .

.. .. .. ..

135 224 232 334 561 89 170 539

Braymer Hamilton Polo Breckenridge Cowgill Ch.ilIicothe Uuca Dawn

TlURTEENTH DISTRICT -

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: ::::::: ::: :::: Linn . . . . . . . . Dockery . Linn . . . . . . . . Marceline .

82 86 325 481

Linneus Brookfield Meadv!lIe Marcelme

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Bobby Ray O·Dell. D.D.G.M.. 627 N. Main St.. Brookfield. Mo. 64628 Rufus C. Eichler . . . . Maurice S. Owen, P.O. Box 7. Braymer, Mo. 64624 .. . Larry N. Allen . Billy C. Short. Rt. 2. Box 230. Hamilton. Mo. 64644 A. H. Evans . . . . .. . . Gerald D. Sprouse, Rural Route. Box 38. Polo. Mo. 64671 lames W McClain. Rt. I, Box 203. Breckenridge. Mo. 64625 Francis Reed Lewis D. Harle bavid K. Hatfield. Rt. I. Box 221, Cowgill. Mo. 64637 Dwight H. B~inkley . . .. Ortis S. Carmichael. P.O. Box 8!,3, Chilhcothe. Mo 64601 C. RIChard SIdden Edgar L. Kohl. P.O. Box 16. Uuca. Mo. 64686 Linn Hoskins W. Dale Wood. P.O. Box 124. Dawn, Mo. 64638

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'IGail S. Turner. P.O. Box 129. Purdin. Mo. 64674 c. C. McGhee. 843 Brookfield Ave.• Brookfield. Mo. 64628 lack E. Friesner. 403 E. Hayward ~t., Meadville. Mo. 64659 'tarl G. Hays, Rt. I. Box 53. Buckhn. Mo. 64631

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Callao " ., Censer . La Plata . Shelbina . Hunnewell .. ... Bethel . . . Clarence .

38 172 237 228 415 537 662

Callao Lowell K. AI.bright '1 Gerald E.Thomas,. Rt. 2, Box 8, New Cambria, Mo. 63558 . . .. 1st & 3rd Mon. Macon WIlham E. Neff Ralph M. Waller, :>17 Sunset Dr., Macon, Mo. 63552 2nd & 4th ~on. La Plata John A. Green Thomas J. Mohan, 113 S. Gex St., La Plata, Mo. 63549 2nd & 4th 1 hurs. l:dwin Sims Robert D. Wharton, Rt. 3, Box 90A, Shelbina, Mo. 63468 1st & 3rd Wed. Shelbina Kenneth P. Shride, Emden, Mo. 63439 1st & 3rdThurs. Hunnewell Donald E. Anderson Bethel. . . . . . . . . Cp,nsolidated With and Merged Into Shelbina Lodge No. 228 Thomas A. Mooneyham IFranklin L. Forman, Rt. #2, Clarence, Mo. 63431 1st & 3rd Tues. Clarence

FIFTEENTH DISTRICT - Willis D. Williams. D.D.G.M.. Rt. 3. Box 209. New London. Mo. 63459 1Monticello

Lewis Lewis .. Lewis " Lewis .. Lewis Marion Marion Marion . Marion .

. . . . . La Belle . . . . . Craft . . . . . Williamstown Ewing Palmyra St.john's . . . . . Hannibal . . . . . Philadelphia

58 IMonticello . .

. .

222 287 370 577

. . . .

18 28 188 502

La Belle Canton Williamstown Ewing Palmyra Hann~bal

Hanmbal Philadelphia

Robert H. Dannenhauer Carl F. Raine Robert T. Gooch Gary Justice James 'Yhitlock : Benjamin F. Smith leffrey D. Williams Norman L. Welch George Drebenstedt

Emery O. Geisendorfer, Rt. 2, Box I05A, Lewistown, Mo. 63452 2nd & 4th Thurs. Elmo L. Davis, P.O. Box 56, La Belle, Mo. 63447-0056 2nd & 4th Thurs. R. Marvin Zenge, P.O. Box 303, Canton, Mo. 63435 . . . . . . . . 1st & 3rd Mon. 1st & 3rd Thurs. Richard L. Zahn, Rt. I, Box 126, Williamstown, Mo. 63473 William E. Shults, P.O. Box 368, Ewing, Mo. 63440 2nd & 4th Thurs. HowardJ. Gardhouse, 220 W. Ross, Palmyra, Mo. 63461 2nd & 4th Thurs. Amos 0 .. Asmussen, #3, Fairway Dr., Han.nibal, Mo. 63401. 1st & 3rd Mon. Lee B. 1 urner, 4907 Prospect Ave., Hanmbal, Mo. 63401 2nd & 4th Mon. James W. Janes, Rt. I, Box 145, Philadelphia, Mo. 63463 1st Thurs.

. . . . .

.. Eolia . ....... . . .. Clarksville . .. . Perseverance. ., . . . . . Phoenix .. .. Pike.

14 17 92 136 399

Eolia.: ClarksvIlle Louisiana Bowling Green Curryville

'1 Alfred

L. Yager Tom M. LeWIS Larry D. Gerdeman No~man K. Atkinson Nell Beatty

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Paris Union Florida Monroe Santa Fe Holliday Ralls Lick Creek New London

. . . . . . .

19 23 64 462 660 33 302 307

Paris Florida Monroe City Sant~ Fe Holhday Center Perry New London

Robert L. Riley Martin D. Lincol~ ohn H. ":anlandlngham WIlt C.loyd~. lackson lommle It Coberly William F. Strode

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EIGHTEENTH DISTRICT - Bllly G. Young, D.D.G.M., Route 2, Box 260. Huntsville. Mo. 65259 County Randolph Randolph Randolph Randolph Randolph Randolph Randolph

Lodge

No.

. Huntsville . · Milton . · Moberly . · Cairo . · Higbee . · . . . JaCKsonville . . . . . . · Clark .

30 151 344 486 527 541 610

Location

Master's :-.lame

H~ntsville

JiI:~es W. Pilkington lltlhe Pollard Harvey R Skaggs . .. Douglas L Rutherford Jerry W. Duncan. . . . .. Fredenck L. Walters . .. Frank Redding, Jr. .

Milton

M~berly

Cairo Higbee Jacksonville Clark

Time of Meeting

Secretary's :-.lame and Address

E. Allen Kohler, P.O. Box 170, Huntsville, Mo. 65259 1st & 3rd Tu~s. Thomas J. Marshall, P.O. Box 627, Moberly, Mo. 65270 2nd & 4th Fn. Fred F. ~tuecken, 1028 Sinnock .Ave., #1, !"'foberly, Mo. 65270 2nd & 4th Mon. Joel C. Ridgway, PO. Box 3, Cairo, Mo 6:>239 ..... . 1st & 3rd Wed. L Carey Bankhead, P.O. Box 38, Higbee, Mo. 65257 .. 2nd & 4th Thurs. Leroy Taylor, Rt. I, Box liS, Jacksonville, Mo. 65260 . . . .. . 2nd & 4th Wed. James H. Patton, Rt. 2, Box 3, Clark, Mo. 65243 1st & 3rd Thurs.

NINETEENTH DISTRICT - Ralph E. Allen. D.D.G.M.. TT Highway. Sumner. Mo. 64681 Chariton '1 Warren Eureka Chariton Chariton . . . . . Cunningham Chariton . . . . . Mendon

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Brunswick Keytesville Sumner. Mendon

'1 Harold .

D. Breshears Larry R. Peters Ralph E. Allen Earl M. Ross

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.. '1 1st & 3rd Tues. James C. O'Bryan, Rt. I, Box 3A, Keytesville, Mo. 65261 2nd & 4th Tues. l:mmett L: KI~t1ey, Rural Route, Sumner, Mo. 64681 2nd & 4th Wed. Cleo V. Kmcald, 310 Wood St., Box 103, Mendon, Mo. 64660-0103 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2nd & 4th Mon.

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::t Carroll Carroll Carroll

Carrollton Hale Bosworth

/sammie J. York Porter Clute Larry D. Kemble

'IJames R. Paul, 810:-.1. Park St., Carrollton, Mo. 64633 Lee A. Fisher, Rt. 2, Box 180, Hale, Mo. 64643 Reigge L. Crose. Rt. 1, Box 80, Bosworth, Mo. 64623

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Kansas City Weston .. . Parkville Camden Point Dearborn Farley Edgert0!1' Platte City

Charles P. Cassidy Kenneth R. Humes Wayne L. Shifflett Errol D. Boydston Clr.de S. Hess William B. Palmer, Sr James L. .Bohan Gerald Kmdred

Eldon]. Cusic, 3001 N.E. 56th St., Kansas City, Mo. 64119 Richard C. Winburn, Rt. 2, Box 10, Weston, Mo. 64098 J. Roy Clarke, 5215 N.E. 62nd St., Kansas City, Mo. 64119 .. , George P. Skinner, P.O. Box 86, Camden Point, Mo. 64018 Robert D. Wolfe, Rt. I, Box 258, Dearborn, Mo. 64439 L. Michael Shelton, 3706 N.W. South Dr., Riverside, Mo. 64151 Orville L. Livingston, P.O. Bo~ 2369, Plat~e City, Mo. 64079 .. Roger L. Baskett, P.O. Box 1bl, Platte City, Mo. 64079

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220 299 305 316 522 546 547 625

Kan~s C!ty Kansas City North Ka.nsas City Kansas City Kansas City Kansas City Kansas City Kansas City

Mic~ael A. Burl. LeWIS H. Roberson Clifford G. Poindexter Kale T. Payne Woodson O. Bennett, Sr. Ariel E. Chorn Donald L. Moorehead Randell L. Shubert

Northeast .. Jackson Clay . . . . . . . . Alpha . . . . . . . . ..

643 659

Kansas City North Kansas City

Dennis R. Speak FredJ. Morrow

ackson . . . . . . Kansas City . . . ackson Temple. . . . . . ackson Cecile Daylight. ackson Rural .. . . . . . ackson Gate City Orient ackson ackson . . . . . . South Gate _ackson Sheffield . . . . .

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Eugene H. Peak. 2550 S. 45th Ter., Kan~s City, Kansas 66106 Henry W. Fox. Rt. 22, Box A-I, Kansas City, Mo. 64152 John K. Smith, 2705 Sterling•. lndependence, Mo.. 64052 Howard B. Blanchard, 33391 racy Ave., Kansas City, Mo. 64109 Earl F. Bowman. 903 Harrison St.. Kansas City, Mo. 64106 Richard P. Flaigle, 903 Harrison, Kansas City, Mo. 64106 Kenneth B. Morris, 3030 Kendall Ave., Independence. Mo. 64055 Robert W. Schlichter, 4925 N. Manchester Ave., Kansas City, Mo. 64119 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Arthur M. Latta, 407 N. Quincy Ave., Kansas City, Mo. 64123 James W. Brewer, 1006 E. 22nd Ave., North Kansas City, Mo. 64116

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.. .. '1 Henry F. Dougherty

ackson ...... Albert Pike ...... ackson ...... Westport . . . . . . . .

104 219 340

Kansas City Kansas City · Kansas City ·

Jackson ...... Ivanhoe . . . . . . . .

446

Kansas City

~ackson ...... York

.......... ackson ...... Swope Park ...... ackson ...... East Gate .......

563 617 630

Kansas City Kansas City Kansas City

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Kansas City Kansas City

jackson ...... ackson ......

Paul K. Kawakami, 820 E. 31st St., Kansas City, Mo. 64109 ... Ivan A. Jeffries J~rry W. Steinwinder, 5615 E. 27th S~., Kansas City, Mo. 64127 LeonaroL. Stephenson .. 1 homas P. Norman. 8415 West 88th fer., Shawnee Mission. Kan. 66212 · ....• Elliott W. Harris Russell E. Christensen, 8640 Holmes St.. Kansas City, Mo. 64131 .. .. 'IDonald R. Zahnter Timothy M. Duff, 8521 Oldham Rd .• Kansas City, Mo. 64138 · Fred S. Medlock E. Glenn Bell. 6133 Kentucky, Raytown, Mo. 64133 · Carl H. Terry Phillip D. Rendon, 3516 Blue Ridge Cut Off, Kansas City, Mo. 64133 .... 'Iver.n.on K. Pogue ~illiam W. Corbin, 1601 E. 89th Ter., Kansas City, Mo. 64131 · BasdlO T. MUrillo Richard A. Mansfield, 1216 Agnes Ave., Kansas City. Mo. 64127

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Waverly Lexington Higginsville Odessa Richmond Camden Orrick

Douglas Inman Arly H. Brooks James M. K~ight 'Vernon L. SIms Dale E. Stansbury Gary G. Foote Mark McMullen

Charles W. Zumalt. Rt. 1. Box 130H. Waverly, Mo. 64096 Herbert W. Wipperman. 722 Buford St., Wellington. Mo. 64097 Howard I. Tobl~, Rt. 2. Box 236, Higginsville. Mo. 64037 Thomas A. Christopher, 337 E. Mason St., Odessa, Mo. 64076 Kenneth G. Stratton, P.O. Box 287, Richmond, Mo. 64085 Robert E. Stonner, Rt. 1. Box 113A, Camden, Mo. 64017 Maurice Hall, Rt. I, Box 157, Orrick. Mo. 64077

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TWENTY-SECOND DISTRICT (B) - F. O. Benjamin Allen. D. D.D.G.M.. 412 Madison. Lee's Summit. Mo. 64063 ~ackson ...... Heroine . . . . . . . .

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. .. "'1 Arrow Rock .. . . . . . . . Cambridge . Trilumina . . . . . . . . Barbee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Oriental

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205 217 518

Marshall: Sweet Sprmgs Blackburn

Ri~~rd L. Wyrick Wilham H. Neece Harrison L. Egan

Jfh<:>mas V!. Lingle, 621 ~. Franklin. Mar~hall. Mo. 65340 Emd O. Rlppley. 404 Mam St., Sweet Springs. Mo. 65351 Cecil O. Watkins, Rt. 2. Box 125, Sweet Springs, Mo. 65351

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Lodge

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Cooper . . . . . . . . . Pleasant Grove . . . . Wallace . Prairie Home . Howard . Fayette .

36 142 456 503 4 47

Boonville Otterville Bunceton Prairie Home New Franklin Fayette

Master's Name Kenneth N. Scruggs Terry D. Rugen Robert E. Gander Edgar Don Carlos Donald E. Lang Carrol E. Miller, II

Secretary's Name and Address Donald R. Oerly, 917 Seventh St., Boonville, Mo. 65233 Forest E. Lewis, Rt. I, Box 21, Otterville, Mo. 65348 Albert A. Eichhorn, Rt. 1, Box 192, Pilot Grove, Mo. 65276 Terry D. Sells, P.O. Box 65, Prairie Home, Mo. 65068 . . . . . . . "rom D. Markland, 113 East Broadway, New Franklin, Mo. 65274 Robert H. Bray, P.O. Box 290, Fayette, Mo. 65248

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TWENTY-SIXTH DISTRICT - H. Ray McKenzie. D.D.G.M.. Rt. 1. Box 216A. Hallaville. Mo. 65255 . Boone ...... Centralia Boone Boone Boone Boone Boone . . . . . . Ancient Landmark Boone ...... Acacia .........

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Centralia Columbia Ashland

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Howard C. Parvin Kirk T. Mescher Kevin C. Nahler

Melvin B. Goe, Sr., 450 S. Allen St., Centralia, Mo. 65240 . . . . lst & 3rd Thurs. W. Bush Walden #2 Lavinia Ct., Columbia, Mo. 65201 2nd & 4th Tues. !immy G. Pauley, P.O. Box 138, Ashland, Mo. 65010 lst & 3rd Mon.

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Gary W. Maiden Wilbur R. Enns

Silas T. Hudnell, Rt. 1, Box 256, Harrisburs, Mo. 65256 2nd & 4th Thurs. Eugene E. Wilson, III Loch Lane, ColumbIa, Mo. 65203 . . . . . lst & 3rd Tues.

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115 354 491 48 60 565 612

Laddonia Mexico Vandalia Fulton New Bloomfield Tebbetts Mokane

Gene A. Trower Donald E. Fairley Loren E. Love Michael R. McCarter Ralph E. Struchtemeyer Jerry M. Wekenborg Arthur W. Davis

Phillip T. Christopher, Rt. 1, Box 239, Laddonia, Mo. 63352 2nd Thurs. Harm 'Maupin, Jr., 1508 West St., Mexico, Mo. 65265 lst & 3rd Tues. Leonard D. Kennedy, 405 N. Lindell, Vandalia, Mo. 63382 3rd Mon. William R. Scott, 304 Sunset Drive, Fulton, Mo. 65251 lst & 3rd Wed. Gary L. Riddle, P.O. Box 282, Holts Summit, Mo. 65043 . . . . . lst & 3rd Tues. Ralph M. Davis, Rt. #1, Tebbetts, Mo. 65080 lst & 3rd Mon. Erwin H. Witthaus, Rt. I, Box 12, Steedman, Mo. 65077 lst Fri.

TWENTY-EIGHTH DISTRICT - Le Roy D. Raber. D.D.G.M.. 559 W. Bell. Montgomery City. Mo. 63361 Montgomery Montgomery Montgomery

Montgomery ... Tonesburg . . . . . .. baggett. . . . . . . ..

246 Montgomery City 457 lonesburg 492 'McKittrick

IGary Roy P. Yager ·········1 Verle T. Naughton, Rt. 2, Box 254, Montgomery City, Mo. 6336112nd & 4th Mon. W. Blackstock Richard E. COyle, P.O. Box 33, Jonesburg, Mo. 63351 3rd Mon. Robert Schmidt

Sidney E. Muehl, P.O. Box 413, Rhineland, Mo. 65069

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Troy . Silex . . . . . . . . . . . New Hope . New Salem . Nineveh . Moscow .

34 75 199 270 473 558

Troy Silex Elsberry Winfield Olney Moscow Mills

Densel L. Webb, Sr Harry E. Patton Joseph H. Crenshaw l:lIis Burke Robert W. Strain Jean M. Upton .. ,

, Wentzville Palestine

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Pauldingville Warrenton .

II 609

TlURTY-FIRST DISTRICT Cole ! Jefferson Cole . . . . . . . . 'kussellville

'1 Hickory

Cole

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Robert L. Toland Russell D. Leedom

"'1 Mechanicsville .... 260 Defiance

St. Charles Warren Warren

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Hill

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Osage . . . . . . .1 Linn . . . . . . . . . . .

Hubert V. Shade William J. Swain Clarence J. Seaton

Wright City Warrenton

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Evergreen Sullivan Gray Summit Hope Fraternal Columbia Easter Union Hermann Owensville

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Frank H. Davis, 706 Love Dr., O'Fallon, Mo. 63366 Harold L. Thomas, Sr., 2920 Yale Blvd., St. Charles, Mo. 6330 I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John J. Klinkerfuss, 3532 Hopewell Rd., Wentzville, Mo. 63385 Hobart E. Bodenhamer, 1920 Spruce St., St. Charles, Mo. 63303 George H. Gerdeman, 50 I E. Banner, Warrenton, Mo. 63383

43 !Jefferson City 90 'kussellville

211 IEugene 56 Ti ton 183 Ca1ifornia

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!Robert L. Hudson Raymond G. Browner

'1 Floyd A.Johnson ames C. Smith

'1 Paul C. Rich, 1926 E. McCarty St., Jefferson City, Mo. 65101

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Clifford C. Olsen, II, Rt. #2, Russellville, Mo. 65074

'1 Robert E. Annett, Rt. I, Box 53, Tuscumbia, Mo. 65082 Richard D. Conn, Jr., P.O. Box 86, Tipton, Mo. 65081

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~aul A. Delozier Norman D. Potter, Rt. #2, California, Mo. 65018 ~~~ th~~~i;~:::::: ~i~~Z' r.~~~~hna~s路 : : : : ~~t~:ns;~~:;~~~~~~~%l'~~aXm~1~!~~~~~~24 ~~ .. ~5.~~. ~:~ ~ri~'

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27 69 173 251 363 534 575 593 123 624

New Haven Sullivan Gray Summit Washington Ro~rtsville

Pacific St. Clair Union Hermann Owensville

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David R. Potter, D.D.G.N., Forrest Parkway Street, Apt. 1530, Valley Park, Mo. 63088-1013

TlURTY-SECOND DISTRICT Franklin Franklin " Franklin Franklin Franklin .. Franklin '" Franklin . . Franklin Gasconade. Gasconade

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J. Sweeten, D.D.G.N.. 3 Nark Twain Court, O'Fallon, No. 63366

TlURTlETH DISTRICT - Euell St. Charles St. Charles

Floyd E. Dodson, 653 Second St., Troy, Mo. 63379 Henry A. Hueffner, Rt. 4, Box 120, Bowling Green, Mo. 63334 Edwin R. Whiteside, 615 N. Founh St., Elsberry, Mo. 63343 .. Manin A. Herring, Rt. 2, Box 109, Winfield, Mo. 63389 William W. Haines, P.O. Box 67, Olney, Mo. 63370 Edward W. Broyles, Rt. I, Box 77, Moscow Mills, Mo. 63362 ..

1Ralph

H. Kenner

Jan.-Oct. '2nd Fri. Nov. Be Dec. INolen H. Rinne, Rt. 2, Box 2516, Holts Summit, Mo. 65043 .. 1 1st Be 3rd Fri.

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Roy L. Bame., D.D.G.M.. 913 Thomton St.. PacWc, Mo. 63069 Darryl W. Liesmann MelVin E. Burnett Ronald L. Rochat Louis C. Hasemann Ralph Bedwell R. W. Schuenemeyer Steven Richardson Larry Ketcherside Charles Brown Roger E. Loeb

Elmer A. Allersmeyer, P.O. Box 308, New Haven, Mo. 63068 Charles H. Schuler, 155 Christland Dr., Sullivan, Mo. 63080 .. Arendt N. Kuelper, 204 Terry Ln., Washington, Mo. 63090 R. Woodrow Caldwell, 1310 E. 6th St., Wasllington, Mo. 63090 Sam J. Smothers, Rt. 1, Box 80A, Ro~rtsville, Mo. 63072 .. . . Roy L Barnes, 913 Thornton St., PaCific. Mo. 63069 Donald R. Hinson, Rt. 2. Box 387, Union, Mo. 63084 Elvis L. Winchester, Rt. 3, Box 934, Union, Mo. 63084 Anhur C. Gaebler, Rt. 2, Box 151, Hermann, Mo. 65041 Paul R. Cannon, P.O. Box 96, Ownesville, Mo. 65066 .,. . . . .

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Lodge

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Cass . . . . . . . . Grand River Cass . . . . . . . . Belton

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54 147 276 450 480 485 6!13 651

Location Gard~n

Ci.ty HarTisonvllle

Freeman Belton .. '.' Pleasant Hill Drexel Archie Cleveland

Master's Name O. R. Emery John W. Southard Richard J. Hillman Cl~rence L. Brown Milton B. Carnes Corwin Tucker Mark D. Myler Kenneth R. Reeves

Secretary's Name and Address ~oger E. Or~, Rt. ~, Box 52, Gard.en C!ty, Mo. 64747 1 homas H. famuhner, 111,605 Kmg 1 errace, Harrisonville, Mo. 64701 lohn C. Waldron, P.O. Box 156, Freeman. Mo. 64746 'WiII.iam W. McDermet, 2302 lenkins Blvd., ~aymore. Mo. 64083 Orm W. Hoff, Rt. 3, Box 121D, Pleasant HIli, Mo. 64080 Edward W. Humble, 417 Walnut, Drexel, Mo. 64742 Gareld L. Phillips. P.O. Box 181, Archie, Mo. 64725 Edwin S. Craycraft, 1105 Edgevale Ter.. Harrisonville. Mo. 64701

Time of Meeting 1st &: 3rd Tues. lst &: 3rd Thurs. 3rd Mon. lst &: !lrd Tues. 2nd Tues. 3rd Mon. 2nd &: 4th Tues. 2nd Tues.

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141 IAmsterdam 254 Butl.er 368 A~nan 479 Rich HIll 554 Foster

'ICharies W. Stanfill Kenneth E. Swaidner Ralph W. Rush. , L.J- Culver Ous A. Watson

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THIRTY-FIn'H DISTRICT - A. Freeman Stanfill. D.D.G.M., Rt. 1. Box 401. Amoret. Mo. 64722 Bates ....,. Amsterdam , Bates ' , Butler .... , Bates Crescent Hill Bates Rich Hill Bates Foster . . . . .

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THIRTY-SIXTH DISTRICT - Gary A. Inlow. D.D.G.M., Rt. 4. Box 189H. Sedalia. Mo. 65301 Benton . . . . . . Cole Camp . Benton Shawnee . Ohnson Knob Noster . ohnson Holden . ohnson Corinthian .,.... ohnson Cold Spring. . . . . . { ohnson Chilhowee . . . . . . . ettis Sedalia .. . . . . . . . Pettis Granite .. Pettis La Monte

595 653 245 262 265 274 487 236 272 574

Cole Camp Warsaw . , , Knob Noster Holden Warrensburg Leeton Chilh?wee Sedaha Sedalia La Monte

Laurence B. Craig thn D. Friedly. Jr., P.O. Box 14. Ionia, Mo. 65335 Bruce L. Smith . . . . . . .. ohn Owen, P.O. Box 275. Warsaw, Mo. 65355 William L. McAlister arry V. Poynter, Rt. 2, B~x 194, Knob NOSIer, Mo. 65336 Charles A. Roberts George W. Cast, 704 S. Ohve St.. Holden, Mo. 64040 I~ph M, Nolte, Jr. Howard C. Martin. Rt. #5, Warre!1sburg. Mo. 64093 "klchard H. Johnson Edward K. Lenz, Rt. #1, Green Ridge, Mo. 65332 Bill Epprigllt .: H. J. Cae, Rt. .1, Box 109,.Chilhowee, Mo. ~733 Kenneth O. TeVIS Howard I. Gwmn, 204 Dnftwood Dr.â&#x20AC;˘ Sedaha, Mo. 65301 Floyd W. Hatfield Ray F. J-fendricks, 1614 W. 20th St., Sedalia. Mo. 65301 Fred A. Peters, Rt. 3, P.O. Box 227B. Sedalia, Mo. 65301 .. ,. Elmer L. Patterson

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THIRTY-SEVENTH DISTRICT - Lyle V. Ellis. D.D.G.M.. P.O. Box 196. Windsor. Mo. 65360 Henry Henry Henry St. Clair St. Clair St. Clair St. Clair St. Clair

Windsor Clinton Calhoun St. Clair Circle Lowry City Appleton City Star

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29 548 552 273 342 403 412 419

Windsor Clinton Calhoun Osceola Roscoe : Lowry City A:pplet~n City 1 aberville

Eugene R. Schell, P.O. Box 283, Windsor, Mo. 65360 Walter F. Acker Oral L. Lewis Harry L.Jerome, 316 N. 5th St., Clinton, Mo. 64735 Terry L. Barrow Murrel V. Zollicker, P.O. Box 215, Calhoun, Mo. 65323-0215 Danny C. Horper Eldon Lawson, Osceola, Mo. 64776 : Robert E. Bel lohn A. Parks.. Rt. I, Box 444, Flemlngton,.Mo. 65650 Amos :'-Ieuenschwander .. l'erry L. Atchison, Rt. I. Box 218. Lowry Cit)'. Mo. 64763 lerry Dines lo~n B. Brow~ing, Rt. #3. Montrose, ~o. 64770 l.loyd R. Schneck Willard L. Dalns,lh. 2, Box 41, Rockville, Mo. 64780

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Camdenton Macks Creek Lebanon Competition Conway Iberia .: ~aynesvdle

Richland

David W. Wolf Carlon V. Clopp Malcolm D. Decker William Shamel Oscar L. Graves R?nald V. Walker Victor Chavez E. C. Alford, III

Duane E. Viele, Rt. 1, Box 680, Camdenton, Mo. 65020 2nd Thurs. Glenn T. Wells. Rt. # I, Preston, Mo. 65732 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1st Sat. Wilbur H. Bradley, P.O. Box 185, Lebanon. Mo. 65536 1st Thurs. Owen H. Simpson, 2033 King James Rd., Leban0l!' Mo. 65536 1st Sat. Robert L. Jump, P.O. Box 31l8, Marshfield, Mo. 6:>706 1st Sat. I.?hn 1'. Grady', P.O. Box 65, Iberia, Mo. 6548~ _ 1st Thurs. lred A. McMillan, 501 Broadway St., ~aynesville, Mo~ 6:>583 2nd Tues. Ronald R. Pemberton, P.O. Box 573, Richland, Mo. 6:>556 2nd Wed.

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THIRTY-NINTH DISTRICT - Clarence W. Wieland. D.D.G.M.. Rt. 2. Box 119. Rolla. Mo. 65401 Crawford Lebanon . Cuba . Crawford Dent Salem . Maries Vienna . Maries Belle . Maries Lanes Prairie . . . . . Phelps Rolla . Phelps St. James. Phelps Equality . Pulaski . . . . . . Arlington . Texas Latimer .

77 312 225 94 373 531 213 230 497 346 145

Steelville

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Robert C. Webster, H.C. 88, Box 8078, Steelville, Mo. 65565 .. 1st Sat.

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Albert A. Bray Roe K. Slinkman Frank L. Lennaman Charles L. Hag-dn ~sse E. Nelson immy R. Hoss " " iIIiam B. Harrison John H. Willbanks

RickJ. Becklenberg, P.O. Box 282, Belle, Mo. 65013 Leon H. Tuepker. Sr., Rt. 2. Box 31, Vichy, Mo. 65580 Norman E. Ragan, Rt. 5, Box 692. Rolla. Mo. 65401 Steve Barber, P.O. Box 1312, Rolla, Mo. 65401 Loarn W. Daniels. Rt. I, Box 208. Duke. Mo. 65461 Paul E. Beydler, P.O. Box 327, Dixon, Mo. 65459 Delbert G. Mugford, Rt. I, Box 812, Licking, Mo. 65542

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Lodge

efferson . . . . . DeSoto . . . . . . . . . efferson Joachim . efferson 'Shekinah . efferson . . . . . Herculaneum . efferson . . . . . Arnold . . . . . . . . . t. Francois Blackwell . Washington Tyro .

Washington Washington Washington

, Potosi Irondale Belgrade

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No.

Location

119

DeSoto Hillsboro Crystal City Herculaneum Arnold Blackwell Caledonia

164 256 338 673 535 12 131 143 632

Potosi Irondale Belgrade

Time of Meeting

Secretary's Name and Address

Master's Name

Bob Werner Miller C. Homer Turley, Rt. 5, Box 238, DeSoto, Mo. 63020 Herbert M. Hollingsworth Vernon K. Abel, 504 Olive 51., DeSolO, Mo. 63020 John H. Santschi Don K. Orr, Rl. 5, Box 361, DeSoto, Mo. 63020 'Sleven Lalumandier !';orman K. James, 4473 Cindy Ln., Barnhart, Mo. 63012 Howard A. Dixon John J. Crossl.ey, 2262 Konert Rd., Fenton, Mo. 63026 Howard R. Inman Robert C. Exhne, Rt. 5. Box 207, Festus, Mo. 63028 Charles R. Mouser Frank Wright, Rt. I, Box 159, Caledonia. Mo. 63631 , Cleo I. Shepard Forrest D. House, Jr Thomas R. Wigger

, Clarence Alfred Johns, Rt. 2, Box 85, Potosi, Mo. 63664 David L. Lynch, Rt. I, Box 5, Irondale, Mo. 63648 Ronald W. Pierce, Rt. #1. Caledonia, Mo. 63631

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. . . . . Riddick . Western Light . Urbana . Hogle's Creek . Hermitage . . . . . . Fair Play . . . . . . Modern . . . . . . Bolivar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pleasant Hope ....

36l 396 421 279 288 44 144 195 467

Buffalo Cody A. Hanna Louisburg Gerald L. Reed Urbana trl D. Montieth Wheatland. . . . .. ames A. Thames Hermitage. . . . .. illiam H. Moore Fair Play Bobby Copeland Humansville Michael A. Sprowls Bolivar Louis Spainhower Pleasant Hope Robert Crowell

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Harold B. Patterson, Rl. I, Box 289, Buffalo, Mo. 65622 Deryle Gene Potter, P.O. Box 13, Louisburg, Mo. 65685 James R. Fowler, P.O. Box 116. Urbana, Mo. 65767 l:thelbert T. Chaney, Rt. I, Box 218, Wheatland, Mo. 65779 .. Leo H. Pitts, P.O. Box 22, Hermitage. Mo. 65668 Don Nottingham, Rt. #1, Fair Play, Mo. 65649 James W. Allison, Rt. I, Box 62. FleminKton, Mo. 65650 'nernard K. Swingle, 519 N. SprinKfield St., Bolivar, Mo. 65613 Harry E. Rogers, Rt. I, Box 284, Pleasant Hope, Mo. 65725

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FORTY-SECOND DISTRICT - M. Leon Glre. D.D.G.M.. P.O. Box 53. Sheldon. Mo. 64784 Cedar Cedar Dade Dade Dade

'1 Stockton

Jerus~lem

'Washmgton Everton Lockwood

. . . . .

283 315 87 405 521

IJerico Stockton . ... '1 Eldon E. Beach... Springs .. , Craig A Swartz. .. Greenfield... Everton..... Lockwood...

., C. C. McLemore, IV Emmell A. Clawson Gary L. Harrington.

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'IDenms W. Millard, P.O. Box 230B, Stockton, Mo. 65785 Teddy L. Sell. Rt. I, Box 365. Jerico Spnngs, Mo. 64756 Lacey Stapp, P.O Box 12, Greenfield. Mo. 6566l William R. Probst, 1903 Arcadia, Springfield, Mo. 65804 . Joseph A Comer, P.O. Box 25, LockwOod, Mo. 65682

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Hermon Lamar Clintonville

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Unity Walker

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187 292 482 303 371 448 490 495 605

Liberal Lamar Eldorado Springs Nevada Sheldon ScheU City Montevallo Richards Walker

Edward E. Post Don L. Biglow Merle B. Cochran David R. Bishop Harold H. Wessley Calvin G. Fagan Larry L. Dragoo Willard L. Houston Roy L. Foreman

loy T. Funk, 206 E. Maple St., Liberal, Mo. 64762 by M. Quackenbush, P.O. Box 281, Lamar, Mo. 64759 James R. Leonard, Rt. #2, Eldorado Springs, Mo. 64744 Condon E. Story, 108 E. Highland St., Nevada, Mo. 64772 Herbert T. Pyeatte, Rt. 2, Box lOA, Sheldon, Mo. 64784 Billy D. Dickbreder, P.O. Box 47, Schell City, Mo. 64783 H. Gene Lasley, Rt. 2, Box 82, Sheldon, Mo. 64784 Earl L. Rogers, Rt. 1, Box 4, Richards, Missouri 64778 Grover G. Phillips, Rt. 2, Box 53, Harwood, Mo. 64750

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FORTY-FOURTH DISTRICT - James E. Brown. D.D.G.M.. 305 N. Moffet Ave.. Joplin. Mo. 64801

EE~ :::::::~efIowship ~E;i~~re~ :::::::: asper asper Jasper asper Carterville asper . . . . . . . Mineral asper Webb City asper Carl Junction asper Criterion

. . . . . . .

197 293 335 345 398 401 471 512 549 586

Carthage Sarcoxie OPlin oplin asper Carterville Oronogo Webb City Carl Junction Alba

Orval C. Bishop Robert V. Massey Donald L. Warfield Donald L. Crites,Jr. Charles Rice R~bert A. Dorsey Richard E. Board Richard Steele Mervin E. Ames Sandy L. Turner

Carroll D. Hendrickson, P.O. Box 274, Car.thage, Mo. 64836 Fred D. Heckmaster, Rt. 2, Box 56, Sarcoxie, Mo. 64862 W. Larrance Roe. 1815 Michigan, Joplin, Mo. 64801 lames H. Doran, P.O. Box 1235,Joplin. Mo. 64802 Lawson Sharp. Rt. I, Box 12. lasper, Mo. 64755 William H. Munday, 2814 McConnell St.• Joplin. Mo. 64801 Howard L. Floyd, Rt. I. Box 520. Asbury, Mo. 64832 lack Amos, 3410 E. 13th St., loplin, Mo. 64801 l1erbert D. Sandy. P.O. Box 298. Carl Junction, Mo. 64834 Russell J. Schell, Sr., P.O. Box 357, Alba, Mo. 64830

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FORTY-FIFTH DISTRICT - Paul Turner. D.D.G.M.. 1100 W. Division St.. Springfield. Mo. 65803

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Greene

1United

Greene 'Io'sullivan Greene . . . . . . Ash Grove Greene Solomon Greene

. . . .

Gate of the Temple

Greene . . . . . . Republic . Greene Strafford . Greene . . . . . . Willard . . . . . . . . . Webster Webster . Webster Doric . Webster Mount Olive Webster Hazelwood Webster Henderson

Springfield

James W. Greenlee, Sr. .. Almon Andrew Atkins, P.O. Box 10301 C.S.S., Sprinldield. Mo. 65808-0301 Larry E. Rice Dennis A. Stehlik, P.O. Box 242, Walnut Grove, Mo. 65770 Christopher Wilson Edgar Jenkins. Rt. I, Box 65, Ash Grove, Mo. 65604 Charles C. Bybee Raymond R. Sanders. Ir., 510 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield, Mo. 658'02 Springfield David G. Cotter Ray Hilton, P.O. Box 985, Commercial Station, Sprinldield. Mo. 65803 Republic Billy L. Foster Ernest C Fanning. 327 S. West Avenue, Republic, Mo. 65738 Strafford Lewis P. Payne Gary Yarbrough, Rt. 3, Box 259, Strafford. Mo. 65757 Willard lohn E. Stever Bobby Dean Hurd, Rt. I, Box 74K, Willard. Mo. 65781 Marshfield l:dward B. Spear ~ Edward Blinn, P.O. Box 14, Marshfield. Mo. 65706 Elkland . . . . . . .. onathan Wetherington .. oe A. Atteberry, 2203 S. Grant. Springfield, Mo. 65807 Rogersville L. Cant.rell . . . . .. lones, Rt. 3, Box 159, Rogersville, Mo. 65742 Seymour Tony E. JurewIcz DaVid A. Capon, Rt. 3, Box 306A. seymour, Mo. 65746 Rogersville Jeffrey D. Lee Louis Caddell, P.O. Box 38. Rogersville, Mo. 65742

7 Walnut Grove 100 Ash Grove 271 Springfield

422 570 608 620 98 300 439 459 477

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FORTY-SIXTH DISTRICT - Jacob C. Baird, D.D.G.M., Route 2, Box 2, Norwood, Mo. 65717 County Douglas Douglas

Lodge

No.

'IAva . Pilot Knob . . . . . . .

26 182

Ava Richville

116

Cabool Houston Plato Summersville Mountain Grove Hartville Mansfield Norwood

Texas Texas Texas Texas Wright Wright Wright Wright

Barnes Texas Plato Summersville Mountain Grove Joppa Mansfield Norwood

. . . . . . . .

177 469 555 158 411 543 622

Location

Master's Name Daniel Moore, Jr Norman Hofforth Daryle Etter Meredith D. Willson Francisco Sanchez Frankie L. Shoults Walter S. Dinkelman Ronald B. Benson lohn L. House 'Sam K. Quessenberry

Secretary's Name and Address Kenneth B. Smith, Rt. 2, Box 741, Ava, Mo. 65608 George A. Collins, Davis Creek Route, Box 56, West Plains, Mo. 65775 Hugh D. Lower, P.O. Box 215, Cabool, Mo. 65689 Elmer Murfin, 401 S. First St., Houston, Mo. 65483 Harold D. Earp, P.O. Box 213, Roby, Mo. 65557 Stanley R. Nonn, Star Route, Box 97, Summersville, Mo. 65571 Jacob C. Baird, Rt. 2, Box 2, Norwood, Mo. 65717 Chester A. Lenox, P.O. Box "C", Hanville, Mo. 65667 William E. Dennis, P.O. Box 616, Mansfield, Mo. 65704 Jerry L. Richardson, Rt. 2, Box 94, Norwood, Mo. 65717

Time of Meeting 1st Be 3rd Tues. 2nd Thurs. 1st Tues. 1st Thurs. 1st Mon. 2nd Sat. 2nd Fri. 1st Mon. 2nd Tues. 1st Thurs.

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FORTY-SEVENTH DISTRICT - T. Lynn Dawson, D.D.G.M., Rt. 2, Box 317, Elllngton. Mo. 63838 Carter

IVan Buren

Carter Grandin Reynolds . . . . . Hopewell Reynolds Barnesville Reynolds Bunker " Shannon Delphian " Shannon Winona. . . . . . . .. Shannon . . . . . Eminence

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Van Buren

Gary L. Keeney

Bruce F. Elliott, P.O. Box 304, Van Buren, Mo. 63965

579 239 353 675 137 430 607

Grandin Lesterville Ellington Bunlier Birch Tree Winona Eminence

Billie M. Beardsley Dennis G. Bryant T. Lynn Dawson Floyd R. McMullin James B. Scoville Gordon A. Buckner Loras L. Ferguson

Tony E. Cates, Rt. I, Box 291, Ellsinore, Mo. 63937 James M. Johnson, Rt. I, Box 182, Black, Mo. 63625 ~ernard L. Morrison, Rt. 3, Box 237, Reford, Mo. 63665 Gary R. Conway, P.O. Box 3, Bunker, Mo. 63629 DaVId E. Reed, Rt. 2, Box 260, Mountain View, Mo. 65548 Wayne G. Miley, Rt. I, Box 187A, Winona, Mo. 65588 William W. Mooney, P.O. Box 221, Eminence, Mo. 65466

Sat. on or after full moon 2nd Mon. 4th Sat. 2nd Sat. 2nd Be 4th Fri. 1st Be 3rd Mon. 2nd Be 4th Tues. 1st Be 3rd Thurs.

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FORTY-EIGHTH DISTRICT - Dennis C. McGuire, D.D.G.M.. Rt. 3, Box 313, Farmlngton, Mo. 83640 Iron ........ Iron ........ Iron ........ Madison ..... St. Francois ... St. Francois ... St. Francois ... St. Francois ... St. Francois ... St. Francois ... St. Francois . . . St. Francois ... Ste. Genevieve

Star of the West ... Mosaic ......... Viburnum ....... Marcus ......... Bismarck ........ Farmington ...... Ionic .......... St. Francois ...... Samaritan ....... Pendleton ....... Leadwood ....... Elvins .......... Saline ..........

133 351 676 110 41 132 154 234 424 551 598 599 226

Ironton ........ Belleview ....... Virburnum ..... Fredericktown ... Bismarck ....... Farmington ..... Desloge ........ Libertyville ..... Bonne Terre .... Doe Run ....... Leadwood ...... Flat River ...... St. Mary's ......

Glen Wisdom ......... Lester Price ........ . . Daniel E. McNail ....... Richard A. Miller ...... {erv; L. Clemons . . . . . . . . ernel McGee ....... ~n F. Compton ...... Roy Nichols ....... Robert F. Bischof ...... Kenneth Williams ...... Harold E. Williams ..... -Urome P. McDermott ... evin J. Boyd . . . . . . . . .

tIes O. Moses, P.O. Box 92, Ironton, Mo. 63650 . . . . . . . . . ph A. Trask, Rt. I, H.C. 63, Box 36A, Belleview, Mo. 63623 Cletus H. Faircloth, P.O. Box 302, Viburnum, Mo. 65566 .... Earl D. Noblin, Rt. 2, Box 447, Fredericktown, Mo. 63645 .... Garry L. Dalton, Rt. 2, Box 161, Bismarck, Mo. 63624 ...... Dennis C. McGuire, P.O. Box 384, Farmington, Mo. 63640 ... Do~le S. McFarland, P.O. Box 1546, Desloge, Mo. 63601-1546 P. incent Kinkead, Rt. 2, Box 243, Farmington, Mo. 63640 .. William E. Robinson, 319 Church St., Bonne Terre, Mo. 63628 Phillip R. Gruner, !r., Rt. I, Box 188, Farminton, Mo. 63640 Marvm L. Poston, 13 Station St., Leadwood, 0.63653 ..... Clark W. Lahne,~r., Rt. I, Box 519, Elvins, Mo. 63639 ...... Dwight Smit ,4 9 N. West St., Perryville, Mo. 63775 .......

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Trowel ......... Zalma .......... St. Mark's ....... West View ...... ,

~i~~w~~r' : : : : : : Excelsior ........ Harold O. Grauel

440 Marble Hill ..... 545 Zalma ......... 93 103 ~1k~iU:~e.a~ ... 221 Oak Ridge ...... 417 Whitewater ..... 441 Jackson ........ 672 Cape Girardeau ..

Perry ....... Perryville ....... 670 Scott ........ IIImo .......... 581 Scott ........ Chaffee ....... . 615

Dwel W. Lincoln ....... Russell L. Mlers ....... Jrck C. Tric ey, jr. . . . . . roy A. Proffer ....... ~oseph L. jordon ...... onilld D. Parker ...... Herman B. Gribler ..... Louis I. Picou . . . . . . . . .

Fred L. Thomas, P.O. Box 54, Marble Hill, Mo. 63764 ...... Gary L. Beal, P.O. Box 145, Arab, Mo. 63733 ............ Robert L. Campbell, P.O. Box 1095, Cape Girardeau, Mo. 63701 Rusby D. Niswonger, Rt. #1, Millersville, Mo. 63766 ........ Vernon C. Daume, Rt. I, Box 32, Oak Ridge, Mo. 63769 ..... E. Ned Moore. 2726 Chrysler St., Caf:c GIrardeau, Mo. 63701 Joe D. Masterson, Rt. 3, Box 236. jac son. Mo. 63755 ....... Cecil O. Blaylock. 217 S. Louisiana Ave.. Cape Girardeau, Mo. 63701 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Perryville ....... Robert L. Hudson . . . . . . Kenneth E. Corse, Rt. 6, Box lA, Pe~lIe, Mo. 63775 ...... Scott City ....... Clay E. Hunter ........ Charles H. Sftradlin. Rt. 1, Box 1402, ott City. Mo. 63780 ... Chaffee ........ Norman S. Gribler ..... Norman A. roffer, Rt. 1. Box 223, Whitewater, Mo. 63785 ...

2nd" 4th Thurs. 1st " 3rd Sat. 2nd " 4th Tues. 1st " 3rd Thurs. 1st " 3rd Tues. 2nd " 4th Fri. 2nd " 4th Thurs. 1st " 3rd Thurs. 2nd" 4th Thurs. 2nd" 4th Thurs. 1st " 3rd Thurs.

flfllETH DISTRICT - Harry H. Sutherland. D.D.G.M.. 1300 E. Manhall St.. Charl••ton. Mo. 83834 Mississippi . . . . East Prairie Mississippi . . . . Charleston New Madrid Scott Scott Stoddard . . . Stoddard . . . Stoddard . . . Stoddard . . . Stoddard . . . Stoddard . . .

.. Morehouse Morley Sikeston . . Bloomfield . . Essex . . . . . . . . . Lakeville . . . . . . . Dexter . . Advance . . . . . . . Puxico

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

384 407

East Prairie Charleston

Bill M. Owens Oliver B. French. III

603 184 310 153 278 489 532 590 596

Morehouse Morley Sikeston Bloomfield Essex Bell City Dexter Advance Puxico

Richard Holland Melvin A. Pobst Charles E. Crest limes R. Harris, Jr ene D. Kirby ulian C. Stetner arold I. Barber Ryan W. Holder Carroll D. Ward

Gary W. Morris, Rt. 2. Box 524, East Prairie, Mo. 63845 2nd" 4th Thurs. Richard To Reed. Jr.• 609 East Commercial St., Charleston. Mo. 63834 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1st" 3rd Thurs. lim D. Russell, P.O. Box 1274, Sikeston, Mo. 63801-1274 2nd" 4th Tues. lloyd E. Michelsen, P.O. Box 171, Oran. Mo. 63771 2nd" 4th Mon. Elbert F. Sloan. P.O. Box 374, Sikeston, Mo. 63801 1st" 3rd Thurs. Johnny M. Robey, Sr.• P.O. Box 417, Bloomfield, Mo.63825 1st" 3rd Thurs. Gar L. Sides, Rt. 3, Box 264, Bloomfield, Mo. 63825 2nd" 4th Thurs. w. Bollinger, P.O. Box 156, Bell City, Mo. 63735 2nd" 4th Thurs. Timothy H. Prince, Rt. 3, Box 410, Dexter, Mo. 63841 1st" 3rd Tues. George V. Green, Rt. I, Box 149. Advance, Mo. 63730 1st" 3rd Thurs. Leo R. Lowery. Rt. #2, Puxico, Mo. 63960 1st" 3rd Mon.

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Point Pleasant .... New Madrid ..... Odom .......... Caruthersville .... Hayti .......... Steele .......... Wardell ....... .

176 429 671 461 571 634 665

Conran ........ John Mont\omery ...... 2nd" 4th Thurs. New Madrid .... Charles N. wain, Jr..... ~~~~~.~~~;,~~~ ~5~~:-;tJ~~~~~~~,~':;.6~g~~9· : : : 2nd " 4th Mon. Raymond Buck ........ ~ Metts Hawkins, Rt. I, Box 140J, Portageville, Mo. 63873 ... 1st " 3rd Thurs. Leonard T. Ferrell ..... en W. Bums, P.O. Box 185, CaruthersVille, Mo. 63830 ..... 1st " 3rd Tues. Hayti ......... 1st " 3rd Thurs. Steele ......... David W. TUC:~soiid~t~d :~~e:dr~;~ ~~~~ ~Oa;;th~r:~~r.:t ~t'N~4~' Mo. 63851 Wardell ........ Cleo R. Saalwaechter .... Arblean Mcffugh, Rt. I, Box 180A, War~ell. Mo. 63879 ..... 1st Tues.

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LODGE DIRECTORY BY DISTRICTS - Continued FIFTY-SECOND DISTRICT - John A. Heneger. D.D.G.M.. Rt. 1. Box 202. Piedmont. Mo. 63957 County Buller Ripley Ripley Wayne Wayne

No.

Lodge

'1 Poplar Bluff Composite Naylor Greenville Wayne

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Location

209 IPoplar Bluff 369 Doniphan 568 Naylor 107 Greenville 526 Piedmont

Master's Name

Secretary's Name and Address

Time of Meeting

'1 Bardis C. Dismuke,Jr. .. 'ICharies E. Divine, P.O. Box 475, Poplar Bluff, Mo. 63901 '12nd & 4th Tues. Ronnie W. Smith Met R. Frye, Rt. 7, Box 52D, Doniphan, Mo. 63935 2nd & 4th Tues. John A. Drennan, Rt. I, Box 32A, Fairdealing, Mo. 63939 . . . . 1st & 3rd Thurs. Ralph M. LaGrand James H. Arendall Virgil M. Clubb, P.O. Box 36, Greenville, Mo. 63944 1st & 3rd Thurs. Amos C. Eaton William N. Burch, 414 N. Main St., Piedmont, Mo. 63957 2nd & 4th Sat.

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FIFTY-THIRD DISTRICT - Herbert Cooper. Jr.. D.D.G.M.. Rt. 2. Box 607. Wlllow Springs. Mo. 65793 Howell Howell Howell Oregon Oregon Oregon Oregon

Mt. Zion Ingomar . . . . . . Mountain View . . . . . . Alton Woodside . . . . . . Clifton . . . . . . Koshkonong

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Ozark Rockbridge Ozark . . . . . . . Robert Burns

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327 536 637 255 387 463 582 298 365 435 496

West Plains Aubrey E. Burmingham Willow Springs James Roberts 'Silas Haynes, Jr. Mountain View Alton ~effery A. Forester Thomasville . . . .. ames P. Higgins Thayer . . . . . . .. ill D. Williams Koshkonong Charles T. Pease Theodosia William D. Merideth Bakersfield Frank L. Evans Almartha Bobby R. Thomas Gainesville . . . . . . Loyd Hambelton . . . . . . .

Samuel N. Hurst, 704 Joe Jones Blvd., West Plains, Mo. 65775 Don E. Traver, Rt. 3, nox 217, Willow springs, Mo. 65793 Robert L. Butler, 638 East 3rd St., Mountain View, Mo. 65548 Hardin D. Franks, P.O. Box 37, Alton, Mo. 65606 Arthur L. Franks, Rt. 3, Box 90, Birch Tree, Mo. 65438 Paul Schuster, Rt. 1, Box 1415, Thayer, Mo. 65791 Eugene S. Frealy, Rt. 2, Box 2221, Thayer, Mo. 65791 Claudy D. Hunter, Rt. 2, Box 242, Protem, Mo. 65733 Mack G. Davis, Rt. A, Box 71路B, Caulfield, Mo. 65626 William F. O'Guinn, Rt. I, Box 17, Norwood, Mo. 65717 Barney Douglas, Rt. I, Box 63, Gainesville, Mo. 65655

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296

Sparta

Billy Joe Inman

Donald H. Roller, P.O. Box 47, Sparta, Mo. 65753

352

Ozark

Gregory K. Hanks

Walter L. Shelton, Rt. 5, Box 144, Ozark, Mo. 65721

Fri. night on or before full moon 1st Tues.

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Crane Forsyth Branson

Lewis H. Custer, Sr. . John R. Shumway John B. Sloan

Clyde L. Robinson, 103 Mockingbird Ln., Crane, Mo. 65633 .. 2nd & 4th Tues. Lee E. Walker, P.O. Box 1534, Forsyth, Mo. 65653 2nd & 4th Thurs. Alvin H. Jones, P.O. Box Ill, Powersite, Mo. 65731 1st & 3rd Mon.

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. . . . Monett . . . . . Barry . . . . . Pythagoras . Comfort . . . . . Central Crossing .. Mount Vernon .... Canopy . . . . . . . . . Decatur . Miller . . . . . . . . . .

129 367 383 533 674 99 284 400 567

Monett Washburn Cassville Wheaton Shell Knob Mount Vernon Aurora Pierce City Miller

Charles A. Donica. D.D.G.M.. 318 Broadway. Monett. Mo. 65708

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FIFTY-SIXTH DISTRICT McDonald 'ISouthwest McDonald . . . . Anderson Newton Neosho Newton Granby Newton Stella

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466 621 247 514 538

ISouthwest City Anderson Neosho Granby Stella

Edwin W. Parker. D.D.G.M.. Rt. 4. Box 369. Neosho. Mo. 64850 .. 'IJoe Dixon 'IROY E. Drake, Rt. I, Box 15A, Jay, Okla., 74346 Roy H. Eppard, Rt. I, Box 513, Goodman, Mo. 64843 William K. Barker Ramon Alhson, Rt. 7, Box 178, Neosho, Mo. 64850 Lawrence R. Albright, 11 Robert M. O'Neal Joseph D. McBride, P.O. Box 126, Newtonia, Mo. 64853 Faye Granger Chester Johnston, Rt. 1, Box 186, Rocky Comfort, Mo. 64861

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'1 James C. Martin

'IIonia , 381 IEldon Versailles 320 Versailles Barnett. . . . . . . .. 591 Barnett

l:lmer Meyer Cecil L. Banner

路IF. Douglass Partridge, 219 N. Locust St., Eldon, Mo. 65026 .. '12nd Be 4th Mon. Vernon L. Whittle, Rt. 3, Box 281, Versailles, Mo. 65084 2nd Be 4th Mon. J. Dwight McDonald, Rt. 2, Box 63, Barnett, Mo. 65011 3rd Mon.

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. . . . . . Independence . Summit . . . . . . . McDonald . . . . . . . . . . . . . Blue Springs ..... . . . . . . Raytown . . . . . . . . Christian . Buckner . . . . . . . Malborough . Mt. Washington . Grandview . . . . . . . Grain Valley .

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Independence Lee's Summit Independence Blue Springs Raytown Oak Grove Buckner Grandview Independence Grandview Grain Valley

Robert R. Crick, 329 E. Kansas Ave., Independence, Mo. 64050 Ronald M. Hickey Gregory W. Green J. Harvey Wilson, 104 O'Brien Rd., Lee's Summit, Mo. 64063 Gary W. Barr Charles D. Lemasters, Rt. 2, Box 211, Blue Springs, Mo. 64015 Stanton H. Gilliland William E. Broggi, Sr., 401 S. 21st St., Blue Springs, Mo. 64015 Lawrence O. Anderson .. Chriss L. Green, Jr., 3104 Claremont, Independence, Mo. 64052 Ronnie E. Wagoner Gary E. McLallen, Sr., Rt. 1, AI Gossett Rd., Lone Jack, Mo. 64070 Paul R. Gress Clarence L. Alumbaugh, Rt. 1, Box 59, Buckner, Mo. 64016 .. James C. Lane, 10216-Tracy Ave., Kansas City, Mo. 64131 Harold E. HolIiger William H. Hurt Charles R. Gates,. 4301 S. Pleasant, Independence, Mo. 64055 Robert W. Kline Joseph G. Wehner, 6007 E. 86th St., Kansas City, Mo. 64138 Ervin L. Roberts 'Maurice R. Barnard, 308 Walnut St., Grain Valley, Mo. 64029

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Lodge

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Dunklin Dunklin Dunklin Dunklin Dunklin Dunklin Dunklin Stoddard. . . . .

Kennett . Four Mile . Hornersville . Cardwell . . . . . . . . Malden . Senath . Clarkton . Bernie .

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Location Kennett Campbell Hornersville Cardwell Malden Senath Clarkton Bernie

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Paul Patton, D.D.G.M.. P.O. Box 452, Kennett, Mo. 63857 Master's Name

Time of Meeting

Secretary's Name and Address

Almus W. Shivley, 1002 Henderson St., Kennett, Mo. 6~857 Dallas L. Davis limmy D. McKenzie toe w. Cumins, P.O. Box 86, Campbell, Mo. 6~9~~ l>at Burlison , ames T. Moore, P.O. Box 244, Hornersville, Mo. 6~855 Winford R. Zolman. . . .. erman L. Clark, Rt. #1, Arbyrd, Mo. 6~821 Ronald King Ronald E. Doyel, Rt. 2, Box 261, Malden, Mo. 6~863 Kenneth F. Gibson Raymond D. French, Jr., Rt. #1, Senath, Missouri 63876 Daniel L. Hale Daniel A. Day, P.O. Box 222, Gideon, Mo. 6~848 Robert]. Newton, P.O. Box 361, Bernie, Mo. 63822 Randy E. Jennings

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DISTRICT 61A St. Louis . . . . . Beacon St. Louis Bridgeton

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St. Louis . . . . . Occidental . . . . . . . 51. Louis . . . . . Paul Revere . 51. Louis . . . . . Apollo .

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Louis Louis Louis Louis Louis Louis

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Mizpah . Jennings 'Shaveh . . . . . . . . . Progress .. . . . . . . Berkeley . . . . . . . . Florissant .

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529 542 61~ 62~ 6~9

640 646 657 667 668

Charles H. Miller, 10216 Baltimore Ave., St. Ann, Mo. 6~074 Earl A. Sandroff, 777 S. New Ballas Rd., #~15E, Creve Coeur, Mo. 63141 Overland Keith B. Marlow Bobby E. Robertson, 9112 Arvin Place, Affton, Mo. 6~123 John D. Davis Arthur S. Wehmeyer, 2210 McLaran Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 6~1~6 Hazelwood George W. Jensen, Sr. .. , William M. Kazban, 761~ Cheshire Ln., Affton, Mo. 63123 Creve Coeur Ferguson Harold W. ~rewer Herman L. McGill, 129 S. Barat Ave., Ferguson, Mo. 631~5 Edward T. Neel~'J6" 10191 ~Ioverdale Dr., St. Louis, Mo. 6~1~6 Hazelwood Louis E. Kittle Overland . . . . . . . Kenneth E. Gaston ROS~~:~r~~~. 6~~'6-lf~7~~~e.~t.. ,. ~.u~,. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Florissant Robert D. Carter G. Glenn Wilson, 11161 Estrada Dr., Apt. 5, St. Louis, Mo. 6~1~8 Alfred Schricker, Jr., ~8 Flamingo Dr., Hazelwood, Mo. 6~042 Jennings Donald R. Durall Creve Coeur David A. Wright Walter S. Schauman, 4318 Vandals Dr., Florissant, Mo. 6~0~3 Florissant Melvin W. Holtlt Paul C. Neuenkirk, 9252 Edna Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 6~1~7 Berkeley James W. Lutes Charles]. Couchman, 484~ Margaret Dr., Berkeley, Mo. 6~1~4 Florissant James s. Arnold William O. Pierce, 29~7 Wheaton Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 6~114 .. Keith G. Tomazi Kelly K. Bryant

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Maurice S. Brasch. D.D.G.M.. 900 Femview Dr.. St. Louis. Mo. 63141

20 ICreve <;:oeur 25 St. LoUIS

Mt. Moriah . Polar Star . Pride of the West Cosmos . . . . . . . . . Tuscan . Rose Hill . . . . . . . . Olive Branch ..... Clayton . . . . . . . . . Brentwood . Triangle . Benjamin Franklin Punty .

40 79 179 282 360 550 576 601 616 638 642 658

Clayton Clayton St. Louis St. Louis St. Louis Creve Coeur St. Louis Clayton Brentwood St. Louis Creve Coeur Creve Coeur

Paul B. Tob!as John F. Hosie Melvin A. Ash Harry O. Weber, Jr. . Dean A. Smith Dewitt A. Scot!, Sr Thomas F. Milligan Richard D. Lauve Jack E. Swift James S. Wilson August A. McLeery William D. Townley Howard Werther Lester D. Houke

Max Stein, 17 Bon Hills Dr., Olivet~e, Mo. 63132 Warren R. Knackstedt, 7424 GravOIs Rd., Dittmer, Mo. 63023-9602 David S. Butler, 405 Cloisters Walk, St. Louis, Mo. 63122 Fred O. Hahn, 780 Jerome Ln., Cahokia, 111. 62206 Harold F. Simmons, 242 Turf Ct., Webster Groves, Mo. 63119 Raymond B. Williams, 4521 Whitfield Ln., St. Louis, Mo. 63134 lohn W. Hillemeyer, 50 Magnolia Dr., St. Louis, Mo. 63124 ThomasO. Gooch, 12000 Orchard View, Creve Coeur, Mo. 63146 Melvin S. Acord, 1349 Gra~am Ave.,St. Louis, Mo. 63139 Earl E. Sampson, 1808 Kemlworth Dr., Brentwood, Mo. 63144 Emmett Broombaugh, 14805 Woodford Way, Bridgeton, Mo. 63044 lohn W. Spickler, 94~7 W. Milton Ave., St. LouIs, ~o. 63114 lien Lamberg, 1434 Willowbrook Cove, Apt.3, St. LoUIS, Mo. 63146 Ronald D. Winchell, 127 Double Eagle Dr., St. Charles, Mo. 63303 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Dennis E. Fetter. D.D.G.M.• 101 E. Donaldson Dr.. St. Louil. Mo. 63129

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. . . . . Keystone . . . . . . . . Fenton . . . . . . Meramec . . . . . . Anchor . . . . . . . . . West Gate . Kirkwood . Euclid . Maplewood . . . . . . Forest Park .

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James E. Schroer

Clarence B. Doll, 8011 Crestway, St. Louis, Mo. 63123

45 IBaliwin Richard A. Holmes Myrle R. Carver, 5959 Hilf:d Place, St. Louis, Mo. 63109 84 Webster Groves .. David W. Haywood Ra$~b~~!o3~o~~', ~~. ~~119k~~. ~~~". ~~~. ~~: 243 Webster Groves .. Daniel L. Grosser Floyd G. Ward, 4647 Tower Grove Pl., St. Louis, Mo. 63110 .. 281 Fenton lohn M. Souders Robert L. Wilson, 4735, Hedgemont Dr., 51. Louis, Mo. 63128 313 Eureka 'Richard V. Dickerman Robert]. Stanton, 305 Clara St., Eureka, Mo. 63025 443 Crestwood Richard L. Ketcherside .. Herbert]. Gosney, #13 Park Lawn Dr., Fenton, Mo. 63026 445 Kirkwood Harry E. Bell, Jr., 4319 Duncan Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 63110 Fred B. Foster 484 Kirkwood lesse E. Toland Harry O. Heines, 605 W. Adams Ave., Kirkwood, Mo. 63122 505 Crestwood 'Frank P. Lesinski, Sr Francis M. Howorth, 18 Gocke PI., Overland, Mo. 63114 566 578 : ::::: 629 Valley Park 'Frank]. Bohac Walter E.Nichols, 58 Boyd St., VaDey Park, Mo. 63088 636 Mehlville George M. Lewis Gerald W. Burnworth, 700 Karlsruhe PI., St. Louis, Mo. 63125 669 Crestwood Charles WesdeD, 204 Deane Ct., Sunset Hills, Mo. 63127 Robert G. McAnally, Sr.

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City City City City City City

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Location

Secretary's Name and Address

Master's Name

Lodge

No.

Meridian . George Washington Pomegranate . Pyramid . Good Hope . Aurora Theo. Roosevelt America . Cache . . . . . . . . .. Lambskin . Harmony . Clifton Heights '" Algabil .

2 9 95 180 218 267

St. St. St. St. St. St.

Louis Louis Louis Louis Louis Louis

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Dennis R. Osterhorn $mes W. Barnett oseph M. Guetschow ilham H. Johnston Richard W. Goff Uoyd F. Wilkes

Fredric O. W. Beckmann, 5418 Delor St., St. Louis, Missouri 63109 William B. Stephenson, 10049 Stonell Dr., 51. Louis, Mo. 63123 Edward I. Reinhardt. 4519 Candleglow Dr., St. Louis, Mo. 63129 Ward Kelly, 7085 Deerrath Dr., 51. Louis, Mo. 63123 ..... Harold G. Westbrock, 474 Nebraska Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 63111 Carlis E. Dawson, 3555 Alberhill Dr., St. Louis, Mo. 63129

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St. St. St. St. St. St.

Louis Louis Louis Louis Louis Louis

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Harley D. Davis John A. Racheff 'kobert G. Alcorn Kenneth Muehlrath Robert F. Groeneman Kendrick H. McKoy

lames R. Shadowens, 120 Brent Ave., Oakland, Mo. 63122 l"rankJ. Danko, 4337 Oleatha Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 63116 Edwin. C. Hawkins, 9487 Rosebay Dr., Crestwood, Mo. 63126 William F. Schmidt. 9509 Yaffbury Ln., St. Louis, Mo. 63123 Mike Nichlos, 600 Morris Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 63125 Elmer L.Fowler, 5208 Alabama Ave., St. Louis. Mo. 63111

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St. Louis Earl L. Freiermuth St. Louis · . . . . .. ames C. Brandenburg Jose R. Palacios St. Louis ·

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City of St. Louis Magnolia City of St. Louis Trinity City of St. Louis Gardenville

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Time of Meeting 2nd & 4th Thurs. 2nd & 4th Tues. 1st & 3rd Sat. 2nd & 4th Fri. 1st & 3rd Sat. 1st Tues. 2nd & 4th Tues. 2nd & 4th Sat. 2nd & 4th Wed. 1st & 3rd Mon. 2nd & 4th Tues. 2nd Fri. each month except Nov. & Ian. 4th Fri. l'2nd & 4thWed. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 2nd & 4th Thurs.

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. St. Louis . Springfield . Advance . Kansas City . St. Louis . Piedmont Macon . Kirkwood . Mountain Grove . Kirkwood . Osage Beach . louisiana . Parkville . . St. Joseph

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Alabama Alaska Alberta

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: : : : : : : : : .A~~iz~~~a. : : : : : : : : : · Arkansas · " Austria

:::::::: :::::::: · .. Brazil - Mato Grosso do SuI · ....Brazil - Rio de Janeiro · .. Brazil - Rio Grande do Sui · Brazil - Minas Gerais · Brazil - Mar.mhao · Brazil - Para · Brazil - Parana · Brazil- Pernambuco · . . . Brazil - Santa Catarina · Brdzil - Sao Paulo · British Columbia · Canada ........ " . Chile . " .China · Colorado · Columbia - Barranquilla · Connecticut · . . . . . . . . Costa Rica . . . . . . . . . · Cuba · Delaware · Denmark · District of Columbia · Dominican Republic · Ecuador · . . . . . . . . El Salvador

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Thomas B. Mather Walter H. Baird George E. Winslow Walter L. Walker Eric Sonnich I. M. Sellers l:dwin W. Parker

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P. Vincent Kinkead Bruce H. Hunt Lester E. Schultz lohn H. Rich Harold O. Grauel D. Robert Downey Harold C. Smith James D. Sutton Carl F. Gast Roscoe Rooffener Walter C. Ploeser

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Florissant . . . . . . . . . . . . .

lefferson City Webster Groves Marshall St. Louis Fairfax : : : : : : : : : : : Jane

William F. Jackson loe Gailey l.Ioys S. Morgan. Jr. . Thomas C. Hurt O. Wesley Konering W. Marion Luna Lloyd E. Poore . . . . . . . . Robert L. Harder loseph W. Nickle l:arl K. Dille mes A. Noland. Jr ohn E. Wetzel enry W. Fox Edward E. Wilson

FROM MISSOURI

GRAND LODGE Post Office

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. J. B. Robinson . . John W. Patterson . . Gordon Robert Wilson . . . . . . . . Santiago Killian . . . . . . . . . . . . . : Samuel Anthony Scalzo . . lack Stockburger . . br. Leo Kandel . Bernard Clarinval . : loao Antonio de Souza Filmo . . Walter Rossi . . Ulysses U. Bittencourt . . Valnyr Goulart Jacques . . Arnaldo Pertence . . . . . . . . . . . . . loaquim Elids Filho . . -no B. I. Fritas . . Arnaldo Mazza. JR . . Fernando Pinto (Ie Araujo . . Djalm~ Ouriq,ues . . AntOniO CamJlo de Fana . . Donald M. Challenger . . lohn V. Lawer . . l.uis Sanchez-Puelma . . J. H. Moore. III . . Clyde Elton Smith '.. . . Wm. E. Piercey . . I uan Diermer J. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l:milio Soto George . . Raymond M. Savage . . Knud Meister . Charles B. Gilley. Sr. . . Hector B. Penson . . . Francisco Javier Moreno . The Earl of Eglinton and Winton Risto Patiala . . . W. H. Robinson . Sam B. Owens . . E. Tsitsones . . Tomas V. Contreras . . . . . . . . . . . . ~~;~n~~eb~bt~~khi~~ : : : : : : : : : . Lester B. Ohlsen .

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~~~~:d;'~Ca~~:~n.::::::: : R. Terrence Mueller Owen S. Taylor . Herman A. Orlick . Roben D. Jenkins .. William R. Robbins . Virgil R. Bradsher . Rorert Gene Embry Lewis C. Cook Roy H. Rude A. B. Vanlandingham Charles E. Scheurich Richard H. Bennett Elvis A. Mooney lack N. Matthews . . . . . . . . t:.ldon D. Turnbull Blair C. Mayford Harold Thorne Herbert C. Hoffman Harry Gershenson ....

Grand Representative

Post Office . . . .

Lester Heckman . [. Morgan Donelson . WilliamJ. Hill . Frank A. Arnold . . . . . . . . . . . Vern H. Schneider . Frank P. Briggs . Roben H. Arnold . Thomas C. Warden . Robert R. Bradshaw . Hoyt Young . Roben F. Burian . . Ralph P. Bunnell Bernard M. Meeker . Carl I. Stein A. H. Van Gels

FROM MISSOURI

GRAND LODGE

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Webster Groves . Mexico . St. Louis . St. Louis . St. Louis . St. Louis . O'Fallon . Princeton . Kansas City . Boonville . St. Louis . Macon . Kansas City . Owensville . Boonville . Macks Creek . St. Louis . Kansas City ....... Weston . Los Angeles . . . . . . . . . . . APO New York . St. Louis . Florissant .

. Ballwin . LaJolla, Ca . Glendale . Kansas City .. . .. Trenton . Sunrise Beach . . Rocky Comfort . . Kansas City . . New Franklin . . Columbia . . Columbia . . St. Louis . . Bloomfield . .. . :::::::::: . . Purdin . Kansas City St. Louis .

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lamshed BUljor ~ga Mohammed Ghoh Ghavan Richard C. Thistle Robert S. Eakin Zeev Cohen Ugo Bellantoni Masato Imamura Clifford D. Knauss Alva Miller Thomas 1'. Elkins Prosper Schroeder . Millard A. Whitney Thomas Sidebottom Walter W. Conway Claes Evan Johnson Tomas Guera Antonio Hernandez . . . . . . . . .

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Bombay Huntington Carrickmacross Tel-Aviv Vibo Valentia Halstead Louisville Natchitoches Bonnevoice Machias Winnipeg Baltimore Newtonville Torreon, Coahuila Chihuahua, Mexico San Luis Potosi, Mexico Monterrey Guadalajara Jal, Mexico

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Blue Springs . Kansas City . Buckner . Advance . St. Joseph . Webster Groves . SI. Louis . Mesa, Arizona . St. Charles . . . . . . . . . . . . Parkville . Dearborn . Marshfield .

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OFFICERS OF THE ORGANIZATION, FEBRUARY 22,1821 EDWARD BATES, Worshipful Master JOSEPH V. GARNIER, Treasurer

WILLIAM BATES, Junior Warden ABRAM BECK, Secretary

JAMES KENNERLY, Senior Warden FROM ITS ORGANIZATION, APRIL 23,1821

Date Election April, Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Dec., Oct., Dec., !\ov., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., May, May, May, May, May, lune, May,

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Grand Master

Thos. F. Riddick· Nath'l B. Tucker· Nath'l B. Tucker· Nath'l B. Tucker* Nath'l B. Tucker* Edward Bates· Edward Bates· Edward Bates· Hardage Lane* Hardage Lane* Hardage Lane* Edward Bates· H. R. Gamble· Sinclair Kirt1ey* A. B. Chambers* A. B. Chambers* S. W. B. Carnegy* S. W. B. Carnegy* S. W. B. Carnegy* P. H. McBride* P. H. McBride* P. H. McBride* P. H. McBride· . . P.H. McBride* W. S. Mitchell* . . W. S. Mitchell* ohn Ralls* . . . . . oseph Foster* oseph Foster* ohn F. Ryland· ohn F. Ryland* . W. Grover· B. W. Grover* Wilson Brown· L. S. Cornwell*

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Senior G. Warden

Junior G. Warden

. lames Kennerly· .. .. William Bates· Thompson Douglas· l:dward Bates· . .. William Bates* Thompson Douglas* Edward Bates· .. . Wm. G. Pettus* Geo. H. C. MelOdy* Edward Bates* Wm. G. Pettus* Geo. H. C. Melody* Wm. G. Pettus* Thornt. Grimsley· Geo. H .C. Melody* Wm. G. Pettus* Thornt. Grimsley* Hardage Lane* Martin Ruggles* lohn F. Rayland* Hardage Lane* Martin Ruggles* H. R. Gamble* Geo. H. C. Melody* H. R. Gamble* Adam L. Mills* Fred L. Billon· H. R. Gamble* Adam L. Mills* Geo. H. C. Melody* Sinclair KirtJet Adam L. Mills· Ceo. H. C. Melody* Oliver Parker AugustusJones* Ceo. H. C. Melody* M. J. Noyes* Augustus Jones· A. B. Chambers* John Wilson* G. A. Tuttle* Sinclair Kirtley* Oliver Parker· S. W. B. Carnegy* Sinclair Kirtley* Oliver Parker· S.W. B. Carnegy* jOhn D. Daggett* Edward Searcey* Granville Snell'" ohn D. Daggett* A. B. Chambers* Thomas Andrews* ohn D. Daggett* A. B. Chambers* Alex T. Douglass* A. B. Chambers* Alex T. Douglass* Wm. C. Vance· tosePh Foster* Alex T. Douglass* John Orrick· .. . oab Bernard* oseph Foster· C. H. Bowers· . . oab Bernard* . . . . . . .. ose h Foster· C. H. Bowers· . . . . .. oseph Foster* S. Mitchell* E. S. R]gles*. . red L. Billon* S. Ruggles* L. F. acoby* ~ohn D. Taylor* E. S. Ruggles* . . . . . . .. . L. F. acoby· .. . . .. ohn D. Taylor* E. S. Ruggles* . . . . . . .. . L. F. acoby* .. . . S. Ruggles* J. L. F. lacoby* Cyrus born*....... E. S. Ruggles* Cyrus Osborn* loseph Megguire* E. S. Ruggles* loseph Megguire* P. Draper· . .. B. W. Grover* P. Draper* S. F. Currie* . . . . . . . .. E. S. Ruggles* S. F. Currie* I. H. Turner* . . . . . . .. S. F. Curne* j' H. Turner* 'S. H. Saunders· . . . . . .. L. S. Cornwell· .. . . . .. . W. Chenoweth· R. C. Hill* D. P. Wallingford* . . . .. ames H. Britton· **

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Grand Secretary

Grand Treasurer Archibald Gamble· Archibald Gamble· Archibald Gamble· Archibald Gamble* Archibald Gamble* Archibald Gamble* Rich. T. McKinney* Thormon Grimsley* Thormon Grimsley* Bernard Pratte* Thomas Andrews* Thomas Andrews* Thomas Andrews* Geo. H. C. Melody* Ceo. H. C. Melody* Geo. H. C. Melody* Geo. H. C. Melody* Geo. H. C. Melody* Geo. H. C. Melody* Geo. H. C. Melody* Ceo. H. C. Melody· Ceo. H. C. Melody· ohn Simonds* fred L. Billon* ohn S. Watson* ohn S. Watson* ohn S. Watson* ohn S. Watson* ohn S. Watson* ohn M. Reed* . T. ohnson* . T. fOhnson* . T. ohnson* osep Foster* oseph Foster*

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William Renshaw· William Renshaw* William Renshaw· T. Douglas· T. Douglas* tOhn D. Daggett· ohn D. Daggett* ohn D. Daggett* ohn D. Daggett* ohn D. Daggett* red L. Billon* Fred L. Billon· Fred L. Billon* lohn Garnett* lhos. W. Conyers* Thos. W. Conyers* Richard B. Dallam* Richard B. Dallam· Richard B. Dallam* Richard B. Dallam* Richard B. Dallam* Richard B. Dallam· Richard B. Dallam* Richard B. Dallam* Richard B. Dallam* Fred L. Billon* Fred L. Billon* J. W. S. Mitchell* J. W. S. Mitchell· C. D. W. ohnson* C. D. W. ohnson* C. D. W. jOhnson* A.O'Sulllvan* A.O'Sullivan* A.O·Sullivan*

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Benjamin Sharf· S. H. Saunders S. H. Saunders· Marcus Boyd· M. H. McFarland· Wm. R. Penick· Ceo. Whitcomb· tihn H. Turner· .. ohn F. Houston· ohn F. Houston· ohn D. Vincil* . E. Dunscomb· John D. Vincil· William D. Muir· Thos. E. Garrett· Thos. E. Garrett· Samuel H. Owens* R. E. Anderson· ~ohn W. Luke· ames E. Cadle· en. Ryland· T. C. Ready· Noah M. Givan· los. S. Browne· W. R. Stubblefield'" Alex. M. Dockery· Chas. C. Woods'" Lee A. Hall'" Robt. F. Stevenson· James W. Boyd· Ceo. R. Hunt* Wm. M. Williams'" lames P. Wood'" iheodore Brace'" Ceo. E. Walker· B. H. Ingram· John R. Parson· Harry Keene* J. B. Thomas· A. M. Hough·

. .. H. E. Van OrsdeU· W. A. Cunningham· "S. H. Saunders· Marcus Boyd· . . . . P. Draper· Marcus Boyd· tOhn F. Houston· Marcus Boyd· . .. . lohn F. Houston· ohn Decker· M. H. McFarland· W R. Penick· " ohn Decker· W. R. Penick· . .. . John Decker· amuel M. Hayes· . ~hn Decker· . .. Ceo. Whitcomb· A. L. McGregor· . . . ohn H. Turner·. . .. Wm. N. Loker· Samuel Russell· . . . m. N. Loker· John D. Vincil· .. . A. L. McGregor· . . ohn D. Vincil· A. L. McGregor· Martin Collins· . D. Vincil· Martin Collins· R. E. Anderson· -W. E. Dunscomb· R. E. Anderson· A. L. McGregor* C. A. Rowley· T. E. Garrett· Wm. D. Muir· R. E. Anderson· Wm. D. Muir· Alex M. Dockery· T. E. Garrett· A. M. Dockery· Sam H. Owens· R. E. Anderson· Sam H. Owens· ~hn E. Ryland· R. E. Anderson· Sam H. Owens· . . . . . .. ohn E. Ryland· E. Ryland* ~hn W. Luke· as. E. Cadle· ohn W. Luke· as. E. Cadle· enophon Ryland· enophon Ryland· as. E. Cadle· Thos. C. Ready· Xenophon Ryland'" hos. C. Ready· Noah M. Givan· Thos. C. Ready· Noah M. Givan· M. G. Hubble· Noah M. Givan· los. S. Browne· W. R. Stubblefield· Joseph S. Browne· W. R. Stubblefield· Jas. E. Carter· W. R. Stubblefield· Jas. E. Carter'" Alex. M. Dockery'" . Alex M. Dockery· Chas. C. Woods· Lee A. Hall'" . . . . . Chas. C. Woods'" Lee A. Hall· Robt. F. Stevenson'" Lee A. Hall'" Robt. F. Stevenson· James W. Boyd'" Robt. F. Stevenson'" James W. Boyd· Geo. R. Hunt'" James W. Boyd'" George R. Hunt'" Wm. M. Williams· George R. Hunt· Wm. M. Williams· James P. Wood'" W. M. Williams'" lames P. Wood'" ** lames P. Wood* iOheodore Brace· Ceo. E. Walker'" iheodore Brace'" Geo. E. Walker* B. H. Ingram· Geo. E. Walker'" B. H. Ingram* John R. Parson'" B. H. Ingram· lohn R. Parson· Harry Keene* lohn R. Parson'" Harry Keene'" J. B. Thomas· Harry Keene· J. B. Thomas* A. M. Hough· J. B. Thomas'" A. M. Hough'" D. A. lamison· A. M. Hough'" D. A. lamison· 10'.1. iygard* D. A. Jamison'" F. J. iygard· E. F. Allen·

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Grand Master

D. A. Jamison· 1896 F.I. iygard· 1897 1898 E. 't. Atren· C. H. Briggs· 1899 1900 Campbell Wells· 1901 C. Finagin· 1902 ohn C. Yocum· 1903 . .. m. F. Kuhn· 1904 Leroy R. Valliant· 1905 A. S. Houston· 1906 D. M. Wilson· 1907 lohn T. Short· 1908 'k. R. Kreeger· 1909 Wm. A. HaIl· 1910 Clay C. Bigger· 1911 Arch A. Jonnson· 1912 Jacob Lampert· 1913 Van Fremont Boor· 1914 Tolman W. Cotton· 1915 Frank R. Jesse· 1916 Edward l1i ee· . 1917 Wm. A. '" 1918 ohn W. Bingham· 1919 C. Garrell· . . .. . 1920 -Wm. F. Johnson· 1921 O. A. Lucas· .. . 1922 Bert S. Lee· 1923 Joseph S. McIntyre·. .. 1924 .. Orestes Mitchell· 1925 W. W. Martin· 1926 John Pickard· 1927 Anthony F. Ittner· 1928 Byrne E. Bigger· 1929 S. R. Freet· 1930 Wm. R. Gentry· 1931 Ray V. Denslow· 1932 Thad B. Landon· 1933 F. C. Barnhill· 1934 Du Val Smith·

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F.I. Tygard· E. F. Allen· C. H. Briggs· Samuel M. Kennard· E. 't. Atren· C. H. Briggs· Campbell Wells· Samuel M. Kennard· C. H. Briggs· Campbell Wells· ~sePh C. Finagin· Samuel M. Kennard· Campbell Wells· ~sePh C. Finagin· . . . .. ohn C. Yocum· Samuel M. Kennard· oseph C. Finagin· . . . .. ohn C. Yocum· m. F. Kuhn· Samuel M. Kennard· C. Yocum· m. F. Kuhn· Leroy B. Valliant· Samuel M. Kennard· -Wm. F. Kuhn· Leroy B. Valliant· A. S. Houston· Samuel M. Kennard· Leroy B. Valliant· A. S. Houston· D. M. Wilson· John R. Parson· A. S. Houston· D. M. Wilson· Howard Watson· John R. Parson· D. M. Wilson· John T. Short· R. R. Kreeger· Alphonso C. Stewart· lohn T. Short· It R. Kreeger* William A.liall· Alphonso C. Stewart· 'k. R. Kreeger· William A. liall· Clay C. Bigger· Alphonso C. Stewart· William A. Hall· Clay C. Bigger· Arch A. Jonnson· Alphonso C. Stewart· Clay C. Bigger· Arch A. Jonnson· Jacob Lampert· . . . . . . . Alphonso C. Stewart· Arch A. Jonnson· Jacob Lampert· Van Fremont Boor· Alphonso C. Stewart· Jacob Lampert· Van Fremont Boor· Chesley A. Mosman· Alphonso C. Stewart· Van Fremont Boor· Chesley A. Mosman· Tolman W. Cotton· Alphonso C. Stewart· Chesley A. Mosman· Tolman W. Cotton· Frank R. Jesse· Alphonso C. Stewart· Frank R. Jesse· Edward Higbee· Wm. A. Clark· Alphonso C. Stewart· Edward l1igbee· Wm. A. Clark· ~hn W. Bingham· Alph. C. Stewart··· Wm. A. Clark· ~hn W. Bingham· ulius C. Garrell· Wm. A. Hall· W. Bingham· ulius C. Garrell· . . . . .. m. F. Johnson· Wm. A. Hall· ulius C. Garrell· . . . . .. m. F. Johnson· O. A. Lucas· Wm. A. Hall· m. F.Johnson· O. A. Lucas· Bert S. Lee· Wm. A. Hall· O. A. Lucas· Bert S. Lee· Joseph S. McIntyre· Wm. A. Hall· Bert S Lee· . .. Joseph S. McIntyre· Orestes Mitchell· Wm. A. Hall· . Joseph S. McIntyre· Orestes Mitchell· W. W. Martin· Wm. A. Hall· Orestes Mitchell· W. W. Martin· John Pickard· Wm. A. Hall· W. W. Martin· John Pickard· A. F. Ittner· Wm. A. Hall·ttt John Pickard· A. F. Ittner· B. E. Bigger· E. E. Morris· A. F. Ittner· B. E. Bigger· S. R. Freet· E. E. Morris· B. E. Bigger· S. R. Freet· Wm. R. Gentry, Sr.· E. E. Morris· S.R. Freet· Wm. R. Gentry, Sr.· Ray V. Denslow· E. E. Morris· Wm. R. Gentry· Ray V. Denslow· Thad B. Landon· E. E. Morris· Ray '0'. Denslow· Thad B. Landon· Frank C. Barnhill· E. E. Morris· Thad B. Landon· Frank C. Barnhill· Du Val Smith· E. E. Morris· Frank C. Barnhill· Du Val Smith· Jas. W. Skelly· E. E. Morris· Du Val Smith· Jas. W. Skelly· Geo. W. Walker· E. E. Morris· Jas. W. Skelly· Ceo. W. Walker· H.L. Reader* E. E. Morris·

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James W. Skelly· Gee. W. Walker· H. L. Reader· Geo. W. WalkerH. L. Reader· Henry C. Chiles· H. L. Reader· Henry C. Chiles· E1wrn S. Woodst Henry C. ChilesElwyn S. Woods· Kar M. Vetsburg· Karl M. Vetsburg· Harry S TrumanHarris C. Johnston· Harry S Truman· Harm C. JohnstonForrest C. Donnell· HarTIs C. Johnston· Forrest C. Donnell· Grover C. Sparks§§ Forrest C. Donnell· Grover C. Sparks§§ W. F. Woodruff* W. F. Woodruff* Willis J. Bray· Solon Cameron· Willis J. Bray· Solon Cameron· Morris E. Ewing· Willis]. Bray· . . . . . . . . Solon Cameron· Morris E. Ewing· . . . . . . Solon CameronMorris E. Ewing* Harry F. Sunderland- .. Morris E. Ewing· Harry F. Sunderland· ., James M. Bradford· Harry F. Sunderland· .. James M. Bradford· 'kay Bond· James M. Bradford· 'kay Bond· Homer L. Ferguson 'kay Bond· Homer L. Ferguson Richard O. Rumer· Homer L. Ferguson Richard O. Rumer· James McB. Sellers Richard O. Rumer· James McB. Sellers Orestes Mitchell, Jr. • . . . James McB. Sellers Orestes Mitchell, Jr.• . . . William J. Craig· Orestes Mitchell, Jr. • William J. Craig· Harold M. Jayne· William I. Craig· Harold M. Jayne· Frank P. Briggs Harold M. JayneFrank P. Briggs Robert L. AronsonFrank P. Briggs Robert L. AronsonHarold O. Grauel Robert L. AronsonHarold O. Grauel Bruce H. Hunt Harold O. Grauel Bruce H. Hunt Robert H. Mann· Bruce H. Hunt Robert H. MannR. Jasper Smith---' Robert H. MannR. lasper Smith---lI Martin B. Dickinson· Martin B. DickinsonA.1.J. Goodman, Jr.- .. , George F. MorrisonA. V. Goodman, Jr.George F. Morrison- .. , A. B. Vanlandingham George F. MorrisonA. B. Vanlandingham Russell E. MurrayA. B. Vanlandingham Russell E. Murray· William R. Denslow R. E. MurrayW. R. Denslow E. A. Mooney W. R. Denslow E. A. Mooney 1. M. Donelson Elvis A. Mooney I. M. Donelson W. H Chapman J. M. Donelson W. H Chapman T.J. Davis, Jr.· · .. W. H Chapman 1'. J. Davis, Jr. • . . . . . . . W. H. McLaughlin· · .. T. J. Davis, Jr.· W. H. McLaughlin· W. L. Walker

Resigned. Died December 28, 1942, while in office. Died May 8. 1943, while in office. Died April 22. 1944, while in office. Appointed May 1, 1944 by W. F. Woodruff, Grand Master. DIed September 16, 1956.

Henry C. Chiles· E. E. Morris· Elwrn S. Woodst E. E. Morris· Kar M. Vetsburg· E. E. Morris· Harry S Truman· E. E. Morris· Forrest C. Donnell· E. E. Morris· Grover C. SparksU E. E. Morris· W. F. Woodruff* E. E. Morris· lames A. Kinder§§§ E. E. Morris· Morris E. Ewing· E. E. MorrisHarry F. Sunderland- .. E. E. Morris· Harry F. Sunderland· .. E. E. Morrislames M. BradfordE. E. Morris· 'kay Bond· E. E. Morris· Homer L. Ferguson E. E. Morris· Richard O. Rumer· E. E. Morris· James McB. Sellers E. E. Morris· Orestes Mitchell. Jr.· E. E. Morris· William I. Craig· E. E. Morris· Harold M. Jayne· E. E. Morris···· Frank P. Briggs $mes M. De Witt Robert L. Aronson· . . .. ames M. DeWitt" Harold O. Grauel . H. Vtz, r Bruce H. Hunt W. H. Vtz, r Robert H. MannW. H. Vtz, r J. Renick Jones; W. H. Vtz, r Martin B. Dickinson· W. H. Vtz, r A. V. Goodman, Jr.W. H. Vtz, r A. B.Vanlandingllam W. H. Vtz, r. Russell E. Murray· W. H. Vtz, r William R. Denslow W. H. Vtz, r Elvis A. Mooney W. H. Vtz, r J. M. Donelson W. H. Vtz, r W. H Chapman W. H. Vtz, r 1'. J. Davis, Jr.W. H. Vtz, r W. H. McLaughlin· W. H. Vtz, r W. L. Walker W. H. Vtz, r Herman A. Orlick W. H. Vtz, r ., ··11 ; • ••, H ;;;

Appointed May I, 1960. Resigned May I, 1960. Resigned September 28, 1960. Died while in office January 8, 1962. Resigned June 30, 1'970. Appointea and Installed July I, 1970.

Arthur Mather· Arthur Mather· Arthur Mather· Arthur Mather· Arthur Mather* Arthur Mather· Arthur Mather· Arthur Mather· Arthur Mather§§§§ Harold L. Reader*§ Harold L. ReaderHarold L. Reader* Harold L. Reader· Harold L. Reader* Harold L. Reader· Harold L. Reader* Harold L. Reader· Harold L. Reader* Harold L. Reader* Harold L. Reader* Harold L. Reader· Harold L. Reader· Harold L. Reader· Harold L. Reader· Harold L. Reader··' Elmer W. Wagner·' Elmer W. Wagner· Elmer W. Wagner· Elmer W. Wagner* Elmer W. Wagner· Elmer W. Wagner· Elmer W. Wagner* Elmer W. Wagner· Elmer W. Wagner· Elmer W. Wagner;;· Frank A. Arnold*;; Frank A. Arnold

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Grand Master

1972 W. H. McLaughlin路 1973 Walter L. Waller. . .. 1974 Herman A. Orlick 1975 Lewis C. Wes Cook 1976 Fielding A. Poe . . . .. 1977 . .. ames A. Noland, Jr 1978 c. MontK,omery, Jr. 1979 Gus O. Nations 1980 T. Edward Blinn 1981 William I. Hill 1982 Earl K. Dille 1983 Robert I. Crede 1984 Vern I-f. Schneider 1985 Charles E. Scheurich

D. Grand Master

Senior G. Warden

Grand Treasurer

Junior G. Warden

Walter L. Walker.. . .. Herman A. Orlick. . .. LeWIS C. Wes Cook . Herman A. Orlick Lewis C. Wes Cook Fielding A. Poe Lewis C. Wes Cook I'ielding A. Poe James A. Noland, Jr. Fielding A. Poe .. . James A Noland, Jr. J. C. Montgomery, Jr . James A. Noland, Jr. . .. J. C. MontK,omery, Jr. Gus O. Natio.ns J. C. Montgomery, Jr Gus O. Nations. . Edward Bhnn Gus O. Natio.ns I. BI.inn . . {villiam I. Hill I. Edward Bltnn .. . .. Wilham T. Hill. . .. .. Earl K. Dille William I. HIll Earl K. Dille . . .. . Robert T. Crede Earl K. Dille Robert T. Crede .. . Vern I-f. Schneider RobertI. Cred~ Vern I-f. Schneide~ Cha~les E. Sc.heurich Vern l{ SchneIder Charles E. Scheunch P. Vmcent Kmkead Charles E. Scheurich P. Vincent Kinkead William H. Wisbrock P. Vincent Kinkead William H. Wisbrock Thomas K. McGuire, Jr.

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H. utz,!r I'rank A. Arnold H. Utz, r. . . . .. .. Frank A. Arnold H. Utz, r. . .. . Frank A. Arnold H. Utz, r Frank A. Arnold H. ~tz, r. . . .. . .. Frank A. Arnold H. l:tz, r. . Frank A. Arnold H. l!tz, r.ttU Frank A. Arnold Manon una Frank A. Arnold Marion Luna Frank A. Arnold Marion Luna Frank A. Arnold Mar!on Luna Frank A. Arnold Manon Luna I'rank A. Arnold Marion Luna Frank A. Arnold Marion Luna I'rank A. ArnoldtUU

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Name of Lodge

3 Hiram 4 Harmony 5 Taylor 5 Olive Branch 6 Unity 6 Ark 7 Franklin Union 7 Grover 8 Vandalia 8 Williamsburg 9 Sangamon 10 Union 10 Shawnee 10 Chapel 11 Eden 13 Tucker 14 Boonville 14 Auburn 15 Central 15 Perseverance 16 Columbia 21 New London 21 Greencastle 21 Havana· 22 Franklin 23 Hiram 23 Florida 24 Harmony 24 Wyaconda 24 Wyaconda 25 Joachimt 26 'Springfield 26 Ava 26 MexIco 27 Ringgold 27 Temperance

Town

St. Charles Louisiana Springfield Alton Jackson 'Newark Franklin Calhoun Vandalia Williamsburg SprinlZfield Jones60ro 'New Santa Fe Chapel Hill Covmgton Ste. Genevieve Boonville Auburn Smithville Louisiana Columbia New London Greencastle McFall Alton St.Charles Florida Jacksonville LaGrange LaGrange Herculaneum Springfield Ava MeXICo Camden Point Vandalia

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Dougl;~s

Audram Platte Platte

State

M~ssour~

Mlssoun Missouri Illinois

Date of Charter

1820 by G.L. of Tenn Oct. ll, 1821 May 6, 1852 April 3, 1822 Nov. 25, 1821, disp. G.L. Ind. . May 8, 1852 April 3, 1822 May, 1852 Oct. 8, 1822 May 6, 1852 Oct. 25, 1822 Oct. 25, 1822 May, 1858 May 6, 1852 Oct. 9, 1822 Oct. 10, 1826 April 3, 1827 May 8, 1852 May 6, 1852 April 8, 1828 Oct. 5, 1830 Oct. 5, 1837 June 2, 1866 Oct. 16, 1879 Oct. 5, 1837 Oct. 5, 1837 May 6, 1852 Oct. 2, 1838 June 10, 1853 Oct. II, 1887 Oct. 1820, by G.L. Tenn Oct. 8, 1839 Oct. 13, 1887 May 6, 1852 May 6, 1852 Oct. 9, 1839

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St. Charles Missouri Pike Missouri Greene Missouri Madison Illinois Cape Girardeau ., Missouri Knox Missouri Howard Missouri Henry Missouri Fayette Illinois Callaway Missouri Sangamon Illinois Union Illinois Jackson Missouri Lafayette Missouri Washington lIIinois Ste. Genevieve Missouri Cooper Missouri Lincoln Missouri Clay Missouri Pike Missouri Boone Missouri Ralls Missouri Sullivan Missouri Gentry Missouri Madison lIIinois St. Charles Missouri Monroe Missouri Morgan lIIinois leWIS Missouri Lewis Missouri Jefferson Missouri 'Sangamon Illinois

Missouri

May 6, 1852

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Name of Lodge Lafayette Lafayette Triangle Humpltreys Hillsooro (Mt. Moriah) Independence Dawson Cedar Graham Tully Clinton Modena DeWitt Coleman Des Moines Bolivar.......... Aetna Houston Iowa Middle Grove Middle Grove Jacksonville 'kochester Sparta (Kabzeett) Martha Washington Mineral Point Haynesville Holt Middletown Ozark Anderson Livingston Livingston Douglas Platte Monticello Lancaster........ Marion St. Clair

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County

Lexington Lexington Perryville Humphreys

Lafayette Lafayette Perry Sullivan

Hillsboro Independence Wellington Owensville Pleasant Hill Tully Carlyle Modena DeWitt St. Louis Burlington Bolivar Aetna Breckenridge Bloomington Middle Grove Middle Grove Jacksonville 'kochester Sparta Washington MinerafPoint Haynesville Holt Middletown Springfield Chapel Hill Glasgow Glasgow Marthasville Platte City Monticello Lancaster Salem Belleville

Montgomery Jackson Lafayette Gasconade Casso LeWIS Clinton Mercer Carroll City of St. Louis

State

Date of Charter

Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri

Missouri M!ssour! MIssoUrI Missouri M!ssour! MIssourI Illinois Missouri Missouri Missouri Iowa Ty. Polk .. . . . . . . . . Missouri Scotland Missouri. Caldwell Missouri. Iowa Ty. Monroe Missouri Monroe Missouri Randolph Missouri Andrew Missouri Buchanan Missouri Franklin Missouri Wis. Ty Clinton Missouri Clay Missouri Montgomery Missouri Greene . . . . . Missouri Lafayette Missouri Howard Missouri Howard Missouri Warren Missouri Platte Missouri Lewis Missouri Schuyler Missouri . Marion Illinois St. Clair Illinois

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Oct. 8, 1840 Oct. 8, 1841 May 28, 1858 Oct. 15, 1868 June 12, 1853 June 9, 1853 Oct. 8, 1841 June 2, 1866 Oct. 17,1878 Oct. 8, 1841 Oct. 20, 1841 June 9, 1853 une 2, 1866 une 2, 1866 Oct. 20, 1841 June 9, 1853 Oct. 13, 1870 June 2, 1866 June 10, 1853 Oct. 8,1841 June 10, 1853 Oct. II, 1842 May 25,1854 May 25, 1854 May 25, 1854 Oct. 17, 1842 May 1858 Oct. II, 1842 Oct. 12, 1876 Oct. II, 1842 Oct. 14, 1842 Oct. 12, 1842 May 25, 1854 Oct. 11,1842 Oct. II, 1842

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Name of Lodge Acacia Pleasant Hill Chapman Meramec St. Andrews Western Star Mt. Vernon Canton Greene Easton Bogard Bloomington Carthage Relief Macon Laporte Miami Golden Sq~are New Madnd Aztec Gothic Pineville Altamont Montezuma Louisiana St. Louis Ezell Waverly Sibley Border Daviess V~rsailles·

Hiram Kingston Foster Erwin Dover Triplett Cedar

Town lackson 1'Ieasant Hill Las Vegas Eureka Shelbyville "Convenient Place" Mt. Vernon Canton Springfield Easton Bogard Bevier Carthage Georgetown Macon Macon Miami Westport: New Madnd Las Cruces Moberly Pineville Altamont Santa Fe Ste. Genevieve St. Louis St. Francisville Waverly Sibley Southwest City Gallatin Versailles St. Charles Kingston Boston St. Louis Dover Triplett Fremont

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County

State

Cape Girardeau .. Missouri Cass Missouri Ty. of N.M. St. Louis Missouri Shelby Missouri ~Iif. Ty Lawrence Missoun Lewis Missouri Greene Missouri Buchanan Missouri Carroll Missouri Macon Missouri lasper Missouri l'ettis Missouri Macon Missouri Macon Missouri Saline Missouri lackson M!ssour~ New Madnd ~Issoun 1 y. of N.M. Randolph Missouri McDonald Missouri Daviess Missouri Ty. of N.M. Ste. Genevieve Missouri St. Louis Missouri Clark Missouri Lafayette Missouri lackson Missouri McDonald Missouri Daviess Missouri Morgan M~ssour! St. l.narles Mlssoun Caldwell Missouri Scott Missouri City of St. Louis M!ssour!' .. Lafayette Mlssoun Chariton M!ssour~ Cedar Mlssoun

Date of Charter May 5, 1848 May 8, 1848 June 2, 1866 Oct. 17.1878 May 10, 1848 May 10, 1848 May II, 1848 May II, 1848 May 12, 1848 May 28, 1858 Oct. 14. 1886 May 10, 1849 May 12, 1849 May 10. 1849 May 28, 1858 May 28, 1858 May 10, 1849 May 10, 1849 May 10, 1849 Oct. 19, 1867 Oct. 17, 1878 Oct. 22, 1896 Sept. 19, 1919 May 8, 1851 1807, by G.L. Penn. 1809, by G.L. of Penn. May 9, 1850 May 9, 1850 May 10, 1850 Oct. 15, 1874 May 10, 1850 May 10, 1850 May 10, 1850 Oct. 19, 1867 May 10, 1850 May 9, 1851 May 20, 1850 Oct. 12, 1893 May 10, 1851

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Oct. 19, 1867 May 8, 1851 Oct. 19, 1867 M!ssour~ Oct. 17, 1~78 .. M!ssourI May 8, 1801 . .. MIssourI Oct. 12, 1876 Missouri May, 1852 Missouri May 28, 1858 Missouri Oct. 14, 1886 Missouri May, 1851 Missouri May 30, 1860 Missouri May 30, 1860 Missouri May 7, 1851 M!ssour! Oct. 19, !867 MIssoUrI lune, 18:>1 May 28, 1859 Missouri Missouri May 31, 1855 Kan. Ty May, 1855 Missouri May 28, 1858 Missouri May 31, 1855 Missouri Oct. 17, 1873 Missouri Oct. 14, 1880 Missouri May 31, 1855 Missouri ~ne I, 1855 Missouri. .. une I, 1855 Missouri ...• ay, 1858 Missour! June I, 1~55 MIssourI May, 185:> M!ssour! June 1, 1855 MIssourI Oct. 7, 1884 June 2, 1855 Kan. Ty Missouri May 28, 1858 Missouri May 26, 1855 Kan. Ty May, 1855 Missouri ~ne 1, 1855 Misso,u.ri . .. une 1, 1860 Neb. 1y. . .. ay 29, 1856 Missouri May 28, 1856 Missouri Oct. 19, 1867

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Name of Lodge Pacific Mendota Green City Edina Pleasant Robert Morris Clifto~ Hill M!lrrv.dle MIrabIle PortageviJIe Eldorado Orient Francais Puxico Revere Fairmou~t

Town Pacific Protem Green City Edina Morrisville Savannah Clifto~ Hill M~~llIe

Mlrabde Portageville Luray St. Louis City Puxico Revere Fairmou~t

TuscumbIa TuscumbIa Wo.lf Island Wolf IsI~nd Union (Bolhnger) " Wolford s Store Union Union Powell Powell Newton Stark City Winchester Winchester Griswold BellRower

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California HumansvIlle Calhoun Hale Fairfield Dayton Renick Millenburg leffenon City 1>latte City Pocahontas Frankford

County Franklin Taney Sullivan Knox Polk Andrew Randolph Nodaway Caldwell New Madrid Clark

State Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri

M~ssour!

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Stoddard Clark CI!'rk MJller

Mlssoun

Mis~issippi

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Bollmger Franklin McDonald Newton Clark Montgomery

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Mlssoun Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri

Date of Charter May 28. 1856 Oct. 11, 1879 Oct. 16. 1884 May 29. 1856 Oct. 27. 1867 May 28. 1856 Oct. 15. 1858 May 30. 1857 May 30. 1857 Oct. 16. 1890 May 18. 1857 Oct. 19. 1867 Oct. II, 1888 Oct. 31, 1892 May 18. 1857 May 18. 1857 May 30, 1857 May. 1857 Oct. 19. 1867 Oct. 13. 1892 May 30. 1857 May. 1857 May 28. 1858

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M~ssour~ M~ssour!

Mlssoun Missouri Missouri M!ssour! Mlssoun Missouri Missouri Missouri M~ssour!

MIssouri Missouri

May 28. 1859 May 29. 1859 May 28. 1859 May. 1859 Oct. 19, 1867 Oct. 15. 1886 Oct.. 1892 May. 1859 Oct. 19. 1867 May. 1859 Oct. 13, 1881 May 28, 1859 Oct. 16. 1879 May 26.1859

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Remarks Arrested Jan. 1878. by T. C. Ready, G.M. Arrested June 12. 1884. by L. A. Hall. G.M. Consol. with Pollock No. 349, Jan. I, 1975 Arrested May. 1800 Consol. with Bolivar No. 195. May 14. 1968 Surrendered 1857 Co~sol. ~ith Huntsville No. 30. luly I, 1975 United wl~h Nodaway No. 470, bee. 10. 1931 Consol. wIth Polo No. 232, 1889 Surrendered Charter March 5. 1964 Surrendered 1861 surrenderedjan.• 1888 Surrendered une. 1892 United with iram No. 362. Sept. 4, 1936 Surrendered lune 12. 1863 Surrendered 1863 Surrendered Aug. 22, 1874 Went down 1863. by war Surrendered May, 1892 Surrendered Sept., 1903 Consol. with Granby No. 514. Dec.• 1927 Destroyed 1861. by war Consol. with Montgomery No. 246. April 18. 1978

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e, 1916 Arrested ~ov. 9. 1936, ~y G. W. Walker. G.M. Arrested 1894. by Harry Keene, G.M. Surrendered June. 1898 Destroyed 1801, by war Arrested 1886, byJ' W. Boyd. G.M. Arrested Sept.. 18 2 Arrested Ian. 18. 1899, by E. F. Allen, G.M. Destroyed 1861, by war Consol. with Moberly No. 344. Ian. 3, 1929 Arrested June 1881. by W. R. S"tubblefield. G.M. Consol. with Jefferson No. 43, 1889 An:ested June 1879. ~y N. M. Givan, G.M. United WIth Mysuc TIe No. 221. Dec. 3. 1938 Consol. with New London No. 307, Feb. 11. 1972

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Wellsville: Wet Auglalse Quitman Camden Washburn Watson Tamesport 'kavenwood Westville Pleasant Ridge Windsor Brumley Taos Cam Ford Alto Vista Salisbury St. Joseph Austin Forest City West Plains Granby Quincy Emerson Everett New Boston laBelle Sarcoxie Woodlawn Lamar Laclede Nevada (Alpha) Columbus Protem Warrenton DeWitt Lone Jack Buckhn Rensselaer Weatherby

Montgomery Camaen Nodaway Ray Barry Atchison Daviess Nodaway Chariton Harrison Henry Miller Daviess Chariton Buchanan Cass Holt Howell Newton Hickory Marion Cass Macon Lewis Jasper Monroe Barton Linn Grundy Johnson "faney Warren Carroll Tackson l.inn Ralls DeKalb

M!ssour! Mlssoun

May 30, 1860 May, 1860 May 30, 1860 Mlssoun May, 1859 Missouri May, 1860 Missouri Oct. 19,1867 Missouri May 30, 1860 Missouri Oct. 13, 1892 Missouri Tune 2, 1866 Missouri May, 1860 Missouri Oct. 19, 1867 Missouri Oct. 17, 1878 Ty. of N.M. ~ne 1, 1860 Utah Ty. .. une 1, 1860 Missouri. .. ay, 1861 Missouri Oct. 19, 1867 Missouri May, 1861 Missouri May, 1861 Missouri May 30, 1861 Missouri May, 1861 Missouri Oct. 17,1867 Missouri May, 1861 Missouri May, 1861 Missouri Oct. 15, 1868 Missouri Oct. 12, 1869 Missouri May 30, 1861 Missouri May, 1861 Missouri Oct. 19,1867 Missouri May, 1861 Missouri May 29, 1862 Missouri May 29, 1862 Missouri Oct. 13, 1871 Missouri Oct. 17,1889 Missouri May, 1863 Missouri Oct. 27, 1863 Missouri Oct. 19, 1867 Missouri May 26, 1864 Missouri May 26, 1864 Missouri Oct. 11,1888 M~ssour!

Conso!. with Montgomery No. 246, Dec. 22, 1975 Surrendered 1862 Conso!. with Skidmore .N.o. 511, April 23, 1973 Went down 1861, by CIvil War Destroyed 1861, by war Conso!. with North Star No. 157, Feb. 23,1981 Arrested Jan. 1892, by B. H. Ingram, G.M. Conso!. with Nodaway No. 470, May 5, 1980 Conso!. with Marceline No. 481, July 20, 1968 Arrested 1863 Surrendered 1873 Conso!. with Iberia No. 410, June 7, 1979 Surrendered 1865 Surrendered 1862 Arrested 1865 Conso!. with Huntsville No. 30,July I, 1982 Surrendered 1863 Destroyed 1861, by war Conso!. with Oregon No.139, March 13, 1974 Surrendered 1861 Surrendered Dec., 1892 Destroyed by Civil War Destroyed 1861, by Civil War Conso!. with Coldwater No. 485, 1894 Surrendered 1871 Surrendered 1887 Destroyed 1863, by Civil War Conso!. with Madison No. 91, Aug. 1920 Destroyed 1861, by Civil War Conso!. with Jackson No. 82, Oct. 12, 1981 Surrendered Charter 1871 Surrendered Oct., 1888 United with Forsyth No. 453, June 3,1939 Surrendered 1899 Surrendered 1865, no returns Surrendered 1877 Canso!. with Marceline No. 481, April 15, 1982 Arrested 1889, by J. P. Wood, G.M. United with Parrott No. 308, Sept. 16,1946

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Name of Lodge

Town

County

Date of Charter

State

Remarks

239 240 240 242 246 248 248 249 250 250 252 253 253 256

Spencersburg Granville Manes Portland Montgomery City Clarkton Rochester Carroll High Hill Glensted A.lanthus Lmdley Laredo Shekinah

Spencersburg Granville Manes Readsville Montgomery City Clarkton Helena Norborne High Hill Glensted A.lanthus Grove Lmdley Laredo Festus

Pike Missouri Monroe Missouri Wright Missouri Callaway Missouri Montgomery Missouri Dunklin . . . . . . . . Missouri Andrew M~ssour! Carroll Mlssoun Montgomery Missouri Morgan Missouri Gentry M!ssour! Grundy Mlssoun Grundy Missouri Jefferson Missouri

May, 1865 May 25, 1865 Oct. 2, 1913 May 26, 1865 May 26, 1865 Sept. 19, 1917 Oct. 17, 1867 Oct. 19, 1867 Oct., 1867 Oct. 18, 1900 Oct. IS, 1868 Oct. IS, 1868 Oct. IS, 1868 Oct. IS, 1868

Surrendered Sept., 1881 Consol. with Woodlawn No. 223, Sept., 1911 Consol. with Mtn. Grove No. 158, Sept. 27, 1929 United with Mokane No. 612, March 27, 1953 Surrendered May 12, 1919 Consol. with Malden No. 406, April I, 1930 Arrested July 1917, by Edward Higbee, G.M. Consol. with Wakanda No. 52, May I, 1983 Consol. with Jonesburg No. 457, Feb. 1899 United with ~ersaillesNo. 320. March 22, 1943 United with ,~tanberry No. 1~. June 9, 1939 Changed to Laredo No. 253 , f898 Consol. with Trenton No. Ill, Dec. 6, 1984 Arrested May 23, 1950, by J. M. Bradford, G.M.

258 261

Ravanna Florence Fayetteville Kirbyville Social

Ravanna New Florence Fayetteville Hollister Martinsburg

Mercer Montgomery Johnson Taney Audrain

Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri

Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct.

Cnited with Montgomery No. 246, Feb. 16, 1942 Arrested January, 1900 United With Branson No. 587, Feb. 21, 1941 United with Wellsville No. 194, April 14, 1953

New Market Tranquility Bunker Index Wm. D. Muir Avilla Reeds Si>ring Lodge of Peace Lily New Boston Hesperian Urich Acacia Graham Fairmont Grove Cameron Ozark

New Market Orearville Bunker Index Pilot Grove Bower's Mills Reeds Spring Chilhowee Grant City New Boston Virgil City Urich Paradise Graham Wyaconda Webster Groves Cameron Fair Grove

Platte Saline Reynolds Cass Cooper Lawrence Stone Johnson Worth Linn Cedar Henry Clay Nodaway Clark St. Louis Clinton . . . . . .. Greene

Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri

Oct. IS, 1868 Oct. IS, 1868 Sept. 29, 1915 Oct. IS, 1868 Oct. II, 1878 Oct. IS, 1868 Sept., 1909 Oct. IS, 1868 Oct., 1868 Oct. 13.1881 Oct. IS, 1868 Oct. 19, 1889 Oct. IS, 1868 Oct. 18, 1900 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. IS, 1868 Oct. 10, 1875 Oct. 15,1868

264 264

266 268 269 274 275 275 277 277 278 280 280 284 284 286 286 289 289 290 296 296 297

15,1868 5, 1886 IS, 1868 18, 1900 IS, 1868

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Conso!. with Cambridge No. 63, Jan. 5, 1915 United with Salem No. 225, 1930 Arrested 1877 Consol. with Wallace No. 456, Feb. 12, 1971 Arrested by G.L., 1904 Surrendered April 8, 1931 Conso!. with Chilhowee No. 487, Oct., 1908 Arrested Dec. 1880, by W. R. Stubblefield. G.M. Arrested 1889, by J. P. Wood. G.M. Surrendered Sept., 1888 United with Clinton No. 548, April I, 1949 Conso!. with Temperance No. 438, Sept. 1899 Consol. with Rosendale No. 404, Nov. 10, 1983 Consol. with Williamstown No. 370, May 20, 1982 Surrendered 1874 Consol. with Vincil No. 62, 1888 Arrested June 27,1944. by W. F. Woodruff, G.M.

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Marble Hill White Hall Faithful Signal Clarence Ashlar King Hiram Mt. Pleasant Kingsville St. Aubert Rome Pine Altona Osborn Chapel Hill Amazonia Many Springs Morg~n·

Hardm Cornerstone N~w Home Kit Carson Kennedy Bertrand Lathrop Clark City Ryland Excello Chillicothe Oak Crove Malta Myrtle Amity Jericho Relief Rockville Agricola Landmark Spring Creek

Marble Hill Barnard Fairdeahng . . . . .. Minden Mines Clarence. . .. . Commerce Kn.oxville Elhngton Kingsville St. Aubert Rome Bradley Altona Osborn Chapel Hill Amazonia Many Springs Versa.illes Hardm St. Louis Sprague Elizabethtown Elmo Bertrand Lathrop Clark City Berlin Excello Chillicothe Pink Hill Malta Bend Millville Smithton Jericho Republic Rockville Petersburg Kennett Lecoma

Bollinger Nodaway Ripley.. Barton . Shelby. . . . . . .. Scott Ray Gentry Johnson Callaway Douglas Ripley Bates DeKalb Lafayette. .. . .. Andrew Oregon Morgan Ray City of St. Louis Bates Colfax ~odaway

Mississippi Clinton Clark Centry Macon Livingston Jackson "Saline Ray Pettis Cedar Creene Bates Henry Dunkhn Dent

Missouri Missouri Missouri . MIssouri.. Missouri.. Missouri M!ssour! Mlssoun M!ssour! MIssouri Missouri M!ssour! MIssouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri M!ssour! MIssouri Missouri ~issouri

1 y. of N.M. Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri M!ssour~

MIssouri Missouri

Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15,1868 Oct. 12, 1869 Oct. 31, 1903 Oct. 12, 1866 Oct. 12, 1869 Oct. 12, 1865 Oct. 12, 1869 Oct. 12, 1869 Oct. 12, 1869 Oct. II, 1883 Oct. II, 1888 Oct. 12, 1869 Oct. 8, 1869 Oct. 12, 1869 Oct. 15, 1890 Sept. 26, 1907 Sept. 19, 1917 Oct. 12,1869 Oct. 12, 1869 Oct. 12, 1879 Oct. 12, 1869 Oct. 30, 1870 . . Oct. 16, 1879 .. Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 12, 1870 Oct. 14, 1875 Sept. 29, 1904 Oct. 12, 1869 Oct. 12, 1870 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 16, 1884 Oct. 13, 1870 May 10, 1900 Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 16, 1884

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Conso!. with Trowel No. 440, Dec., 1899 Vnited with Valley No. 413,Jan. 20,1955 Surrendered June, 1903 United with umar No. 292, March 14, 1945 Arrested Aug. 26, 1921, by W. F. Johnson. C.M. Surrendered Charter, Dec. 13, 1976 United wi~h Polo No. 232, Feb. 24, 1932 Conso!. with Stanberry No. 109, 1886 Surrendered Sept. 2, 1922 Surrendered Dec. 14, 1882 Conso!. with Ava No. 26, March, 1888 Conso!. with Composite No. 369. Nov. 18, 1961 Arrested March 1896. by A. M. Hough, C.M. Conso!. with Vincil No. 62, Sept. 20, 1971 Surrendered Sept. 14, 1889 Conso!. with Savannah No. 71, April 1907 Conso!. with Alton No. 255, Sept. 1917 Conso!. w!th Versailles No. 117, Oct. 18. 1923 Conso!. with Wakanda No. 52. Jan. 9,1975 Conso!. with Benj. Franklin No. 642, Aug. I, 1984 Conso!. with Foster No. 554, March 1898 Arrested 1878, by T. C. Ready, C.M. Arrested July 31, 1944, by W. F. Woodruff, C.M. Arrested March 12, 1923, by B. S. Lee, C.M. Arrested May 1879, by N. M. Civan, C.M. Surrendered 1875 Arrested Sept. 10, 1904, by W. F. Kuhn, C.M. Conso!. witti Censer No. 172, Dec. 27, 1982 United with Friendship No. 89, Oct. 6, 1939 Surrendered Oct. 3, 1873 ArrestedJan., 1887, by C. R. Hunt, C.M. Conso!. WIth Richmond No. 57, Sept. 23, 1921 Surrendered Jan., 1884 Arrested Oct. 1894, by Harry Keene, C.M. Surrendered May, 1899 Conso!. with Star No. 419, Aug. 23, 1963 United with Clinton No. 548, Dec.. 10, 1943 Arrested March 1879. by N. M. Clvan, C.M. Surrendered Oct. 19, 1918

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364 365

366 371 372 373 373 374 374 375 378 378 378 379 382 382 384 384 385 385

386 388 389

390 394 394 395

Name of Lodge Ash Grove Cimarron Wadesburg Lone Star Tyrian Ben Franklin Benton Phelps Young's Creek Auxvasse Comfort Garrell King David Warsaw Unanimity Craig Non Pareil Mandeville Amity Golden Rule Wilderness Plumb Kilwinning Warsaw Berlin Coatesville Richland Mt. Ararat Harmony Boone Reynolds Alexander Dayton Chula Arcana Marionville Dagan Lucerne Latimer

Town Ash Grove Cimarron Creighton Lone Star Johnstown 'Savannah St. Louis Phelps City Rowena Auxvasse Rocky Comfort Arcola Kansas City Warsaw Weston Craig East1.ynne Mandeville Filley Jonesburg 'Wilderness Middletown Downing Warsaw Fairport Coatesville Richland Topaz Viobard ColumbIa Centerville Bedford Dayton Chula Harris Marionville Mendon Lucerne Licking

County Greene Colfax Cass Gentry Bates Andrew City of St. Louis Atchison Audrain Callaway McDonald Dade Jackson lienton Platte Holt Cass Carroll Cedar Montgomery Oregon Montgomery Schuyler Benton DeKaib Schuyler Pulaski Douglas Ray Boone Reynolds Livingston Cass Livingston Sullivan Lawrence Chariton Putnam Texas

State Missouri Ty. of N.M. Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri M!ssour! Mlssoun Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri

Date of Charter Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 14, 1875 Oct. 2, 1882 Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 12, 1870 Oct. 13,1870 Oct. 14, 1886 Oct., 1870 Oct. 13, 1881 Oct. 15, 1891 Oct., 13, 1870 Oct. 13,1871 Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 17, 1873 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 22, 1896 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 13, 1874 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 10, 1894 March 19, 1906 Oct., 1871 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 19, 1898 Oct., 1871 Oct. 17,1901 Oct. 13, 1887 Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 13, 1871 Nov. 21,1871 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 21, 1903 Oct. 13,1871

Remarks Arrested 1872 Surrendered 1879 Arrested Sept. 17, 1949, by H. F. Sunderland, G.M. Arrested Jan. 25, 1884, by L. A. Hall, G.M. United with Montrose No. 408, Aug. 28, 1950 Consol. with Savannah No. 71, July, 1886 Arrested 1905, by L. B. Valliant, G.M. Surrendered 1881 Consol. with Hebron No. 354, July, 1891 United with Fulton No. 48, June 26, 1933 Arrested Jan. 19, 1884, by (. A. Hall, G.M. Consol. with Washington No. 87,Jan. 27,1970 Surrendered 1879 Arrested Sept. 1888, by W. M. Williams, G.M. Surrendered 1879 Arrested Jan. 10, 1883, by C. C. Woods, G.M. Consol. wIth Jewel No. 480, Feb. 13,1979 Arrested Jan. 14, 1896, by A. M. Hough, G.M. Consol. wIth Clintonville No. 482, Feb. 1906 Surrendered June 1892 United with Pine No. 314, May 9, 1936 Arrested Sept. 1888, by W. M. Williams, G.M. Consol. witti Middle Fabius No. 244, Oct. 1894 Arrested Feb. 1906, by A. S. Houston, G.M. Consol. with Parrott No. 308,Iuly 27,1984 Consol. with Glenwood No. 42'7, 1881 Arrested Feb. 1898, by F.J. Tygard, G.M. United with Pilot Knob No. 18~,lan. 27,1940 Comol. w!th Clar..No. ~07,June 1899 Consol. with TWlbght No. 1I4, May 12, 1904 Consol. with Hopewell :'0010. 239, May, 1899 Consol. with Hale No. 184, Oct., 1887 United with Index No. 54, Jan. 24, 1941 Arrested March 28, 1949, oy H. F. Sunderland, G.M. Surrendered Charter, April 29, 1983 United with Canopy No. 284,Jan. 5,1945 Surrendered Dec., 1902 Surrendered 1936 Arrested Oct. 21, 1897, by G. L.

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Hatfield Lebanon New Cambria Malta Bend Alexandria

Harrison Laclede Macon Saline Clark

Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri

Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct.

19, 13, 13, 17, 13,

1898 1871 1871 1901 1871

Houston Royal Montrose Unity Civil Bend Louisville Valley Covenant Clear Creek ltaska Euclid Newburg Galt Cedar City Green Ridge Leesville Sedgwickville Rotfiville Louisville Pittsville Iron Mountain Cement Dauphine Black Oak Silent Temple Wheeling St. Nicholas laMonte Ash Grove Gothic Tuscumbia Lafayette

Wellington Mooresville Montrose Richmond Civil Bend Louisville Bolckow Carrollton Lincoln St. Louis Versailles Competition Galt Cedar City Green Ridge Leesville SedgwickviUe Rotfiville Louisville Holden Iron Mountain Halfway Dauphine Preston Macon Wheeling Cave Spring laMonte Ash Grove Alexandria Tuscumbia Corder

Lafayette Livingston Henry Ray Daviess Lincoln Andrew Carroll Benton City of St. Louis Morgan Laclede Grundy Callaway Pettis Henry Bollinger Chariton Lincoln Johnson lron Polk Osage HicKory Macon Livingston Greene Pettis Greene Clark Miller Lafayette

Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri

Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 17,1878 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 17, 1878 Oct. 17,1902 Oct. 17,1873 Oct. 12. 1872 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 12.1872 Oct. 16. 1872 Oct. 15, 1890 Oct. 17, 1873 Sept. 29.1904 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 14, 1886 Oct. 21, 1897 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 19, 1898 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 17,1873 Oct. 13, 1881 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 17, 1873 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 13, 1881 Oct. 19, 1898 Oct. 16, 1872 April 6, 1887

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Conso!. with Lodge of Light No. 257. Feb. 17, 1931 Conso!. with Laclede No. 83. 1893 Surrendered Oct., 1900 Conso!. with Trilumina No. 205,Jan. 1.1968 Arrested Oct. 22, 1896, by G.L.

:::::::::::::::: ~:~dw~J:~~~~~baIJYN~路.~8~~Y880n,G.M. Destroyed by fire Dec. 19, 1873

Arrested Aug. 1893, by J. R. Parson, G.M. Conso!. with Clinton No. 548, May 8, 1973 Surrendered 1876 Arrested Oct. 1899. by E. F. Allen, G.M. Conso!. with Silex No. 75, Oct. 28, 1977 Conso!. with Rosendale No. 404, Oct. 26, 1981 Conso!. with Wakanda No. 52, 1880 United with Shawnee No. 653, Feb. 24, 1933 Conso!. with Meridian No.2, Oct. 7, 1968 Conso!. with VenaiUes No. 117, 1885 Arrested March 29, 1890, by T. Brace, G.M. Conso!. with Trenton No. III, Dec. 7, 1978 Arrested 1904. by G.L. Conso!. with Granite No. 272, July 15, 1977 Arrested Oct. 1886, by G.L. Arrested March 1897, by D. A'Jamison, G.M. Conso!. with Mendon No. 628, une 15, 1975 Arrested Dec. 1896, by D. A. Jamison, G.M. Conso!. with Holden No. 262, Feb. 27, 1931 Conso!. with Star of the West No. 133, 1894 Conso!. with Bolivar No. 195, Feb. 20, 1929 Surrendered 1879 Conso!. with Urbana No. 421, Dec., 1890 Surrendered Oct., 1877 Conso!. with Friendship No. 89, April 22,1969 Arrested 1897, by D. A. lamison, G.M. Arrested Oct. 1878, by T. C. Ready, G.M. Arrested 1897, by D. A.Jamison, G.M. United with St. FrancisV11le No. 588, April 4, 1940 Arrested Oct. 1886, by J. W. Boyd, G.M. Arrested Feb. 17, 1941, by H. S Truman, G.M.

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Name of

Lod~e

Mt. Lebanon West Gate Gr.ee':lfield FairView Piedmont Bois d'Arc Argyle Raymore Verona

Town Mt. Moriah St. Louis Green~eld

Brownmg Piedmont Bois d'Arc Nevada Raymore Verona

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Missouri Missouri Missour! MIssouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri Missouri

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MIssouri

Date of Charter

Remarks

Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct., 1873 Oct., 1873 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 16, 1884 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 13, 1892 Oct. 16, 1872 :

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CHARLES E. SCHEURICH Grand Master 1985-1986

A MASONIC REVIEW

A MASONIC REVIEW By BRUCE H. HUNT. P.G.M. As we have stated many times in the past, we attempt to report on Masonic happenings around the world as we know them from the proceedings of the jurisdictions that cross our desk, and from items that may have appeared in certain parts of the news media. Generally speaking, Freemasonry continues to lose membership. This can be and is being attributed to many things, but the fact remains, loss of membership. A loss in membership has various meanings to the serious minded member. The immediate concern is that with a loss in membership, dues and fees must be increased if we are to maintain the same level of dignified operation we have for so long enjoyed. Then comes the shocking realization that with the increased population of our state and nation, Freemasonry is losing members. This is a matter of real concern! Why does it happen? Is not Freemasonry still the largest and greatest of all fraternities? Are not its tenets and ideals as important now as ever before? Are not the basic truths it teaches as important today as ever before? It has been said that Freemasonry attracts only good men, and endeavors to make better men of them. Is this not as true today as ever before? The fact that we are losing members each year is proof positive that there is something lacking. We believe that the fundamental truths of the fraternity are as great today as ever before. Therefore, something else is lacking. Could it be that we continue to hide our light from public view? Should we not come forward and let the public generally know what we are doing? The Shrine does! Everyone knows about the Shrine. Why are we so secretive? We have nothing to hide or be ashamed of. We have done nothing but that which is good for the betterment of mankind. It has been said that Freemasonry, in all its branches, contributes about a million and a half dollars a day to charity. Why keep this a secret? Let the public know what we are doing. Also, let us do more. We do not want to be typed as a "Prophet of Gloom," but we do see dark clouds on the Masonic horizon. Freemasonry is supposed to be a charitable and benevolent fraternity. As such, we in Missouri have enjoyed tax free status on our Masonic Temples, generally speaking. This is not true in many states, as we have learned. Lodges must become more visible with their charities. They must do more charitable work in their communities. The mere fact that a few dollars of our annual dues is earmarked for the Masonic Homes or some other specific charity, is not enough to convince anyone that our Lodges are charitable and benevolent. We must do more than give a few dollars to charity. We must actually perform some acts of charity that can be seen by everyone. The Shriner's Hospitals for Crippled Children are known to everyone, and can be seen by any that cares to look in the right direction. The same can be said of our Masonic Home, in a limited way. What are we talking about are facts of charity on the local level. There was a time if a neighbor's roof needed repairing, and he couldn't do it, the Masons would do it, irregardless of whether or not he was a Freemason. If a widow's steps needed fixing-, the Masons would do it. If a farmer was ill, and his crops

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needed harvesting, the Masons would come in and do it for him. All manner of services could be done in a community, and the word got around, "If it needs doing the Masons will do it." There are many pr~jects in every city and town that could be sponsored by our Lodges, and then they could really claim to be charitable and benevolent. These things we had better do, or be prepared to pay for it later. To merely perpetuate our own existence is just not enough. We must be truly charitable, and in ways the public can see. The Grand Master of Colorado made the following statement, and followed with a quotation by Oliver Wendell Holmes: There are two paths open to us in the organization of Freemasonry; The Path of Complacency ... we shall die of inertia and apathy ... The Path of Involvement is progress, ingenuity and inventiveness, of finding something more, something better, something newer. The organization of Freemasonry leads by virtue of its principles, its precepts, its devotion, involvement and work of its membership. Today's choice must be tomorrow's success. "Life is action and passion. It is required of a man that he share in the action and passion of his time, at the pain of being judged not to have lived." -Oliver Wendell Holmes

ANNUAL COMMUNICATION GEORGIA: The Grand Lodge of Georgia adopted a resolution that all future sessions of the Grand Lodge should be held in the City of Macon. The following was part of the resolution: BE IT RESOLVED that the membership of the Grand Lodge of Georgia at the October, 1984, session, hereby goes on record to urge that every future Grand Master, or Grand Officer acting in his stead, convene the annual session of the Grand Lodge of Georgia, F. & A.M., in Macon, Georgia, as provided in the Constitution thereof, the ONLY exception being one of the following circumstances: (I) an amendment to the Constitution properly presented at a regular communication of Grand Lodge and accepted by two-thirds of the members present to lie over until the next regular communication; then adopted by two-thirds of the members present, or (2) actual emergency conditions rendering the holding of Grand Lodge anywhere in Macon, Georgia, impossible or totally impractical.

BELIEVERS OR ATHEISTS PUERTO RICO: The following article was written several years ago by a past master of a lodge in Puerto Rico. It carries a slightly different slant than that which we hear in this jurisdiction and may be of interest to our readers. The su~ject is not new. The problem has often been confused through incomprehension or ignorance. A tradition of intellectual penury, purposely abetted by those who presume to hold the monopoly over human judgment, has perpetuated the erroneous propensity to consign to the atheist heap all those who do not accept unconditionally the premises of this or that "official" religion. For several centuries Freemasonry has been the victim of such a baseless accusation. And it's easy to see why. Those who will listen only to reason to seek within their own selves the basis for their vital responsibility had to be destroyed at any cost. There is nothing simpler than to delegate our own faults. Nothing can be more comfortable than to "know" that if we misbehave we can always find forgiveness by the simple expedient of unloading on another man, invested with certain powers, the burden of our mistakes.

1985

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The easiest way to attract followers is to label as dogma that which we do not comprehend and as mystery that which we do not know. And if we add to that an easy way to obtain indulgence or forgiveness, by indirect means, so much the better. When Freemasonry appeared as rational speculation and affirmed that man must face his own life's responsibilities it found itself on dangerous ground. Such a stand amounted to questioning the right of a group of men to administer those responsibilities for the benefit of one institution or another. If man was going to be conscious of his acts and become accountable to his own integrity; if he was going to depend on his own resources to overcome his primitive condition; if he was going to become a better man through his own effort, thus eliminating the middleman; then the structure of religious administration would be in danger of collapse. Nothing could be found in the Ancient Landmarks of Freemasonry against the fundamental idea of God - in its universal sense, and there's nothing in the principles of Freemasonry that would tend to weaken the mystical conception of Divinity. Freemasonry was, therefore, an unassailable institution in its divine and human aspects. Good, Reason, Justice, Truth, Equality, Fraternity, Liberty, are God's words. Man was now wielding those words as a personal heritage on which to base his search for perfection. Undoubtedly such a rational advancement was considered dangerous, and the attack was not far behind. We were called, above all, Atheists. The rational approach, that human sense of responsibility towards life, were considered new weapons against the display of forces of organized religions. Besides, Freemasonry's refusal to recognize any man's claim that his chosen God is the only perfect one, and its affirmation that anyone among a multitude of conceptions of Divinity was equally valid in this world, brought down the aggressive violence of those who claimed for themselves the sole prossession of absolute truth. So the Atheist appellative spread and the ignorant and simple-minded believed it. They would not be convinced otherwise even by the profoundness of the Masonic obligations or the fact that no atheist may become a Mason. An institution which dared refuse to acknowledge religious barriers and aimed at a common conception of Divinity, had to be persecuted and annihilated. Freemasonry stood as a threat to world domination by one church or another. Freemasonry does believe. It believes, above all, that the marvel of creation, this prodigious universe, cannot be purely mechanical. It believes that life and death are two truths that escape reasoning, and it knows that behind it all there is one Will, one Direction, one Force whose virtuality is too broad to be grasped by our animalistic conception. It accepts no partial revelations which would mean chosen people or groups of persons in possession of any given truths, to the detriment of others who live and die in the same manner, and who could claim those same rights to overcome their ignorance. On the other hand, despicable wretches may be found among the so-called custodians of Revelation, just as there are many outstanding examples of virtuosity and impeccable moral conduct among those who have not been favored with that Relevation. Are those recipients the elect, or are the others so punished just because they happened to be born and live in areas not reached by that Revelation? Freemasonry does not argue about dogmas. It simply defends the right of every human to think of God any way he wants. This world, the universe, are perfect creations by an Architect with a plan and an indefinite number of workers. That Architect may be called by any name by anyone of those workers. But that worker knows he is guided and directed by Him. There is only one God recognized by Freemasonry, in whom we all believe, but we respect everyone's right to address Him in whatever manner he deems proper. Freemasonry is not one more religion. It is indeed the very idea of religion, of belief. Atheism is both ridiculous and false. Faith and Divinity is the foundation of every true Mason, but without factions, without management, without delegation to other men of our own responsibility. We are believers. Better believers than those who call us Atheists. And that is so because we know that our acts are exclusively ours, for which we will account after we

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account to our own conscience. Freemasonry means union, religion, a mirror to look at oneself. And when life ends we will know how and why we were created. Until then we are sustained by that Faith in Man as a construction worker infinitely and wisely directed.

BERUN HOLOCAUST VERMONT: The Grand Master of Vermont told this story on a visit to the Grand Lodge of Rhode Island. He said: This story was told by Mr. C. Brooks Peters at a University of Vermont lecture on the Holocaust. At the time of the story Mr. Peters was Berlin correspondent for the New York Times. This is what he said: I received an annonymous phone call on the evening of November 7, 1938 telling me a location in downtown Berlin where I should be at 2:00 that morning. It was very cold and few lights were showing when I arrived at the spot. For several minutes nothing happened and then slowly I could see car headlights turning from the "Unter den Linden" down toward where I was, at the corner of FRIEDRICHSTRASSE AND LEIPZEIGSTRASSE or Frederick Street and Leipzig Street. There were sixteen cars in all, each carrying six men. Jews had several months before, been forced to identify their shop as Jewish owned by placing a "Star of David" in the front window. Slowly the sixteen cars came down the street. Reaching the shop area the cars divided so that some were on each side of the street. Using their headlights they lit up the shops owned by Jewish people. At a shouted command five men got out of each car. Two could carry crow-bars, hammers, or some such heavy object. They would proceed to each window of a shop that was Jewish owned and smash it in. The other three members of the team would then take merchandise out of the shop and throw it into the street. The following day, Jews were made to pick up the broken glass with their bare hands. History calls this episode the KRYSTALNACHT or Crystal Night and it led to the ultimate horror of the liquidation camps. And as Mr. Elie Weisel said about one ofthem: "The birds didn't come near Treblinka." And as the master planner and industrialist, one of Hitler's most devoted followers, Albert Speer commented: I must have had the feeling that it was no affair of mine when I heard the people around me declaring an open season on Jews, Freemasons, Social Democrats, or Jehovahs Witnesses. I thought I was not implicated if I myself did not take part. So true of that period in time and so true of today is what another writer said: The tragedy of the world is that men have given first-class loyalty to second-class causes, and those causes have betrayed them. When we have no moral standard this is what can happen. This is why Freemasonry is so important and must continue teaching its moral and ethical values. Let me add these words written by a man who was not a Mason, but who said something so profound that every Freemason should take his words to heart. Henry David Thoreau said: The fate of the country does not depend on how you vote at the polls - the worst person is as strong as the best at that game; it does not depend on what kind of paper you drop into the ballot box once a year, but on what kind of person you drop from your chamber into the street every morning. If these words are taken seriously; that, my Brothers is Freemasonry in action! Thank you my brothers.

1985

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Most Worshipful the Grand Master, Brother Charles A. Calverley, Jr. responded: "Thank you Most Worshipful Brother Dick for those very meaningful words and I know I am perfectly serious as I know you always do when you bring a message, that's why I wanted you to speak this morning. You and I have been travelling together for many years and I have always admired your sincerity and your dedication to the Craft, and it is with great pleasure and pride that I present to you the Christopher Champlin Medal which is the highest decoration that the Grand Lodge of Rhode Island can bestow on any Mason for Outstanding Masonic Service. Congratulations!" Most Worshipful Brother Fletcher responded: "I am glad I spoke earlier, my brothers, I am deeply touched. This as I said, is a favorite spot of ours, and to be honored - you have caught me on that one." Wor. Brother Charles E. Gleadow,Jr. was escorted to the East where he was presented a "Beehive" in token of his long service to Rhode Island Grand Lodge Charities. Wor. Brother Albert E. Thornley was escorted to the East where he was presented his patent naming him Grand Representative to the Grand Lodge of Amazonas in Brazil. The Grand Marshal was directed to escort Rt. Wor. Brother Donald F. Hopkins and Rt. Wor. Brother David Bevan, Grand Representative to the Grand Lodge of Rhode Island near the Grand Lodge of British Columbia, to the East where Brother Hopkins was presented his patent as Grand Representative to the Grand Lodge of British Columbia near the Grand Lodge of Rhode Island.

BIGOTRY NEW MEXICO: The Grand Master of New Mexico spoke on the subject of bigotry, and regardless of whether or not you agree with him, you should know hi~ feelings and fears: Having spoken on many topics I feel that I must address the subject of Bias, Discrimination and Bigotry. We speak of making Freemasonry a more visible organization, but do you think we can survive all of the visibility we are receiving? We all kneel at our Masonic Altar and take our obligations on a Book of Holy writings; generally, in this country, the Holy Bible. The New Testament of that book relates the life and teachings of the man who knew no Bias, Bigotry or Discrimination as relates to man. He knew and taught that Love overcomes all things. The time is rapidly approaching when we are going to be directly confronted with the phenomenon of racial bias, bigotry and discrimination and we absolutely must be prepared to confront it in a realistic, truthful and Masonic manner. Assuming an obligation on the Bible certainly indicates that one accepts and believes in its teachings and will try to emulate the principal characters it portrays. First, equality in humanity is strictly a figment of the imagination. The only time the equality exists in the human race is at the instant of conception. After that it ceases! Freemasonry is the only Fraternity in existence in which the equality of man is taught in its ritual and should, in fact, exist within its membership. I am extremely proud of us for that fact. But are we ready for the full impact of this concept of equality? Certainly race is the case in point. How do we define, "Race?" The United Nations has had, since its inception, a Commission on Race whose sole task has been to define "Race." They have failed to provide a suitable definition to date. It is commonly agreed that there are four racial entities: Caucasoid, Mongoloid, Negroid and hesitatingly, Aboriginal. The one generally acceptable indicator of race is hair! How do we define the citizenry of a nation? What is a Mexican? He is a Citizen of Mexico! What is an American? He is a Citizen of the United States of America! What is a Chinese? He is a Citizen of China! The Black people pose the most interesting topic. There is not a "pure" Negroid in the United States today with the exception of those representatives from Africa to the United Nations, their families and staffs.

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Slavery was a big business and they were bred for size both blacks and whites since that is what brought the best price in male slaves. The overall results of that practice are quite obvious today. If I could by some miraculous power instantly line up all of the people in the world in a single line by color gradation with the whitest Albino on one end and the blackest Negro on the other end, I assure you that there is not a person or group of persons that could walk down that line and say to one individual, "you're not white, you're yellow," or "you're not yellow, you're brown," or "you're not brown, you're black." Bigotry, Discrimination, racial and religious prejudice and the unreasonable, immature hatreds and actions involved with them are taught, maintained and transmitted by adults. Failure to confront this phenomenon in a truly Masonic manner may well be a fatal blow to our Fraternity as we know and love it today. Brethren, consider this discussion, apply our teachings to your thoughts, be rational and objective and I know we will make the correct decisions.

BUILDINGS COLORADO: The Grand Master of Colorado suggested that Lodges spruce up their Masonic Temples. He said: It is suggested that the Constituent Lodges "spruce up" the exterior and interior of their Lodges where needed. It is understood that many Lodges cannot afford this type of endeavor. It is further. suggested that proper insignia be attached to the exterior of the Lodge building. A committee for this specific purpose be formed, with long range plans, our Lodges will be able to conform to reasonable requests.

A CABIN CALLED "BLUE LODGE" MONTANA: The Grand Historian told this to the Grand Lodge of Montana. Many have read the works of Brother Carl Claudy, but perhaps only a few knew of his cabin in Paradise Valley. Shortly after the closing of the Grand Lodge 116th Annual Communication of 1982 I received a picture of the summer home of Brother Carl Claudy, Past Grand Master of the District of Columbia and Past Secretary of the Masonic Service Association. This home was located south of Livingston known as the Paradise Valley. This picture is a hand sketched pen and ink picture. Brother Claudy called his cabin "Blue Lodge" and it was here that many of his Masonic books and plays were written. His close friend, Past Grand Master Brother LeRoy Aserlind of Livingston Lodge No. 32 along with several of the brethren of Livingston Lodge used to rehearse and perfect his plays in this very cabin. It is very fitting that this picture become the property of the Grand Lodge of Montana. Although Brother Claudy has passed to his reward and we cannot thank him personally, we thank the Masonic Service Association for this gift.

CANCER CENTER MINNESOTA: The President's Report of the Masonic Memorial Hospital Fund, Inc. to the Grand Lodge of Minnesota gives a graphic picture of the wonderful work being done by the Masonic Cancer Center. It is headed by one of the most outstanding men in this field in the world today. All Masons can be proud of the great work being done by our brethren in Minnesota. The report contained the following outline of the work being done and is supported by a financial statement which shows that $92,500 was funded for professorships and Research Fellowships, and that other funding of $139,500

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was approved in addition. The Masonic Memorial Hospital Fund, Inc. is in good financial condition. Receipts for the fiscal year were $503,213 derived from contributions, memorials, bequests and earned interest income. Operating expenses for the daily ongoing work was $89,811, and the net worth of the fund is $1,737,597. This is a portion of the report: In October of 1983 we celebrated the 25th anniversary of the opening of the Masonic Cancer Center. Also in 1983 a new four bed Intensive Care Unit was opened on the third floor. This unit provides nursing care for ill patients requiring intensive medical care. Over the years we have been very fortunate to have Dr. B. J. Kennedy and his competent staff who have helped the Masonic Cancer Center earn both a national and an international reputation in teaching and research. This year we thought we would acquaint you with some of the work our physicians are doing. Dr. B.J. Kennedy directs the education program in Medical Oncology, supervises the Medical Oncology Service and Clinic for care of patients with advanced cancer and leukemia and coordinates the research programs in Medical Oncology. This now includes 10 faculty and 4 research assistants. Dr. Kennedy was instrumental in defining the qualifications of a medical oncologist and establishing the basis for this training. He conducts research in several areas of cancer. He led a national group in the study of early detection of breast cancer and his contributions are known nationally and internationally. Dr. Kennedy participates in many cancer related programs. He was the first Chairman of the Subspecialty Committee for Medical Oncology of the American Board of Internal Medicine; in 1983 he was President of the American Association for Cancer Education; he represents the American Medical Association and American Society of Clinical Oncology to the Commission of Cancer of the American College of Surgeons; he is Chairman of the Study Group on Hodgkin's Disease and Co-Chairman of the Study Group on Testis Cancer; Chairman of the Committee on Oncologic and Hematologic Agents and Chairman of the Task Force on Stomach Cancer which develops methods of staging cancer. During the past year Dr. Kennedy participated in the successful efforts to have the National Cancer Institute devote increased funds for cancer education of students of the health professions. The faculty of the Masonic Cancer Center have participated in scientific cancer programs in many countries with the expanding international recognition of their work. Kennedy lectured for two weeks at Beijing Cancer Institute and Hospital (same as U.S. National Cancer Institute) followed by lectures at Xian, Quingdao, Nanjing and Suhsien. He presented a paper on Stomach Cancer in Koln, Germany. In Geneva, Switzerland he was appointed to a World Health Organization for selection of a Kuwait Foundation Cancer prize. Dr. Kennedy is Principal Investigator of a cooperative research grant. The Cancer and Leukemia Group B is a national cooperative group sponsored by the National Cancer Institute that conducts clinical trials in cancers of the lung, breast, lymphomas, leukemia and other solid tumors. The Minnesota Oncology Group is an active participant of this cooperative effort with several of the faculty chairing special committees or specific research projects. KANSAS: The Kansas Masonic Foundation, Inc., reported the following: KANSAS MASONIC ONOCOLOGY CU:-<IC

The Kansas Masonic Oncology Clinic continues to provide the latest in chemotherapy treatment for approximately 500 patients each month at the University of Kansas Medical Center. The Board of Trustees of the Foundation last May increased its annual support of the Clinic to $83,410.00, an eleven percent increase over the previous year's grant of $74,870.00.

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CENTENNIALS IOWA: The Grand Master of Iowa reported on attendance of five Lodge centennial celebrations during the year. One occasion was that of a joint celebration by two Lodges. Each was an occasion to be remembered. As our Lodges grow older and more firmly fixed in their respective communities, we read more about observances of different ages. All of these occasions are worthy of note and are beneficial to the fraternity. It is just another way of letting the public know who and what we are.

CHARITY According- to the M.S.A., it has received no word of the fate of brethren in Bangladesh, and has received contributions of about $25,000.00 for the relief of brethren who were victims of the earthquake in Chile. The Grand Master of Masons in Chile has acknowledged the gifts with grateful appreciation to all American and Canadian Lodges and brethren who responded so generously. MICHIGAN: The Grand Master of Michigan reported on what he termed, "Masonic Charity Month." He said: Following the dual themes of "Masonry, the Opportunity to Excel," and "Let the Light of Masonry Shine in the Community," Masons demonstrated to their communities that this fraternity, founded many centuries ago, has new, up to date and fresh ideas. The response to my request that each Lodge in the Grand Jurisdiction earn and donate at least $100 to a local charity, a charity without an administrative burden, was a tremendous success. Lodges in a Temple that never worked together before on one project banded together and raised more than the $100 for each Lodge. Lodges made the front pages of their local newspapers for the first time. Many Lodges made presentations in excess of S1,000 to their community. A tremendous success which will be repeated in March, 1985. My community relations chairman, Worshipful Brother Ted Kimball, of Saugatuck, did and outstanding job and his report will detail the results.

CLUBS MICHIGAN: The Committee on Masonic Clubs and Associations made the following report to the Grand Lodge: There are several Masonic senior citizens or Masonic retirees clubs throughout the State of Michigan. Most of the clubs have received charters from the Grand Lodge. I have not heard of any club which I have been to which has been formed that has fallen because of lack of participation, but several have changed their names or location of meetings. These clubs have their social activities which allow them to meet in the daytime and enjoy the fellowship of their Brethren. They also report to the requests of various Lodges in their area to render assistance whether ritualistic or turning out for the funeral rites of a deceased Brother Mason. I understand that Acacia Club, sponsored by Acacia Lodge 477 is the parent club of all the clubs in the Detroit area. The other areas of clubs are Wyandotte, Trenton, Clawson, Roseville, Utica, Allen Park, Mt. Morris, Lincoln Park and Kalamazoo. Congratulations go to District 11, Kalamazoo area, who has completed 11 years of Masonic service and as of the first of the year has a membership of over 200 members. They hold several meetings a year, all in different Temples in their territory on a free, gratis basis, and most lunches were served by the Eastern Star. They also have some type of entertainment and I understand their finances are in good shape, and activity is their best drawin~ card.

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Chrysler Square Club is one of the automobile clubs which has a charter, a nice meeting place, good food and attendance and they also welcome visitors, I have heard of other clubs in the southwest territory, but I have not verified them. If you or your Lodge would like to start a club, please contact your committee. Fraternally submitted by all members of the Fraternal Clubs and Associations Committee.

Masonic Clubs may be the answer to some of the Lodge problems. Clubs may be able to serve meals, support a club room where games and parties can be held that would not be permitted in a Lodge room or in a Masonic Temple. We can see many advantages to the club idea.

COMPUTER OREGON: The Grand Secretary of Oregon appears to be quite satisfied with the computer in his office. About it he said: COMPUTER: As most of you already know the Grand Lodge office has acquired a computer system to help in many areas of the office. The major requirements of my office is to record, store, retrieve and maintain records. With the purchase of the electronic system this has helped accomplish these items at a much more efficient rate. We now are handling all of the membership records on the new system and have much more information available to each lodge when needed. The Home Payroll is now on the new system and this one item has resulted in a net savings of$200.00 per month. I might add that the payroll checks are delivered to the employees no later than two working days after the end of the pay period, compared with five to six days previous. Much of our correspondence is now being done with the word processing capabilities of the new system. Hopefully 80% of the proceedings next year will be done in our office rather than having it typeset, thereby saving a substantial amount of money. One of the major areas that is being updated is the accounting system. We now have our General Ledger, Accounts Payable, General Fund Payroll and Cash Receipts on the new electronic system. It will of course be at least another year before the total benefits are recognized by all, but I assure you it will be to the entire Grand Lodge membership's advantage of having this new system. One final area that the new system has helped all of us, the production of the "Oregon Masonic News."

CONDITION OF THE CRAFT ARIZONA: The Grand Master of Arizona says he is not discouraged because his Grand Lodge suffered its first loss in membership. He said: The year 1983 for the first time in the history of the Grand Lodge of Arizona will show a loss in membership. Although the two previous years showed gains, the increases were small and at the expense of our sisterjurisdictions. In those years we did not raise enough Masons to compensate for our losses due to deaths, demits and suspensions. While there is nothing we can do but mourn the death of our brethren, there may be much we can do to stem the tide of suspensions. We need to know why, through personal contact, these brethren have failed to pay their dues. If they are financially unable, then charity demands the dues to be remitted. If they have lost interest we need to determine where Masonry Failed. Although our present loss in membership is regrettable and needs where possible to be corrected, Masonic membership through the years has always had its high and low points. I am not discouraged. We havejust gone through a social revolution where we saw the high school and college students actively anti-establishment. The pendulum is now swinging back. The fraternities are prospering on our college campuses and the high school clubs are growing. I look for a definite upswing in membership as soon as these students graduate and become established.

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IDAHO: The Grand Master of Idaho believes that the Craft is basically in good condition. He said: Basically the Craft in Idaho is in good shape and seeking ways to better their Lodges and improve the charitable image of Masonry before the people. The image of Masonry in Idaho and the visability of our Lodges has definitely advanced this year. Many of the Lodges have a long way to go but many are on the right track. The Grand Lodge needs to consider a more intensified leadership training program for the constituent Lodge Officers and membership. It's time we quit hiding the facts and learn to face our problems directly. In my travels the last four years in Idaho, I find negative attitudes, little enthusiasm, personality conflicts and Past Masters failing to let go of the reins so the new Worshipful Master and Officers can try to bring about a turn around. A very high percentage of Masonry's problems are internal and until we recognize and admit this fact, it will be almost impossible to make much improvement on Masonry's Image before the world. Despite these problems, Idaho Masonry is improving and it is easy to see the enthusiasm and positive attitudes making great strides to promote Brotherly Love and Fellowship throughout our State and Country. All across America, ~asonry is starting to move forward toward better days and Idaho is no exception. The thrill of being a part of the oldest fraternity in the world and enjoying the companionship of so many of its members makes me realize how wonderful and genuine you Brothers really are. Most of our Brothers really know how to use the trowel, level, compass and square. Those Lodges and Brothers who are enthusiastic and willing to look for a better way to apply the valuable tenants of Freemasonry to an ever changing human environment will continue to have generations ready to step in and guide Masonry for the future.

CALIFORNIA: The Grand Master of California makes some straight statements to the brethren. We agree with him totally when he said: Those are long-term objectives based upon our evaluation of the strengths and weaknesses of our Jurisdiction. I realize, as you should, that we cannot expect results to occur overnight. Therefore many of our actions this past year have been aimed at long-term improvements rather than short-term "first aid" treatments. My Brethren, we need a high profile Freemasonry. The future will not take care of itself. It is in our hands. We must continue to take the steps necessary to help people understand who we are, what we do, why we do it and how people benefit therefrom; and Brethren, those who must understand Masonry include not only persons not familiar with our Fraternity, but also our own members and their families. Yes, our own Brethren must become knowledgeable. Our own Brethren must become concerned. Our own Brethren must open their eyes. Our own Brethren need a renewed spirit.

MISSISSIPPI: M.W. Brother Evan L. Fleming,Jr., one of the great Masonic leaders in the South, made the following statements about the State of the Craft in his jurisdiction: Perhaps I should say the State of the Craft is the same as the last few years and bemoan the fact that the loss of members continues at a rapid pace. Yes, we do show a loss again this year, but let's not dwell on this. Let's look forward to what we can do in the future. I am not a pessimist. I do believe we are making progress, slowly but surely. If you continually tell a person that he or she is ugly, this person will eventually believe it. By the same token, if you continually say that Masonry will and can reverse this decline in membership and again gain the respect of the general public, believing it and working towards this goal, it will be accomplished. Brethren, get rid of negative attitudes and take a positive attitude! My wife tells me I am too blunt in my remarks many times. Perhaps so. I do not mean to be blunt, nor to offend anyone. It is just my nature to tackle a subject head-on.

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In my visits over the state, I find signs ofre-awakening in Masonry. I have attempted to get the point across in my remarks that if Masonry is to prosper and grow, two things are necessary. It must be visible and desirable to the general public in our communities. This is where our new members come from. It isour duty to practice the principles of Masonry in our daily lives so that our light may shine for others to see. Our neighbors, friends, and the general public must know something about what we stand for, who we are, what we do, where we meet, what we are against and how to become a member. What are you doing and what is your Lodge doing to make Masonry visible in your community? Let me ask some personal questions, Brethren. What have you done to promote Masonry this year? Did you visit the sick? Have you helped lecture a candidate? Have you checked on any of our Masonic widows and their welfare? Have you assisted or carried an elderly Brother to Lodge? Have you attended Lodge regularly and visited other Lodges? Have you done anything for the benefit of Masonry at all this year? Think carefully, Brethren, this can be embarrassing. If you have not, why not? When your Lodge conducts a Masonic funeral, do you attend and carry other Brethren to make sure a large number of Masons are present at this very important public ceremony? If not, why not? Are you proud to be a Mason and wear its emblems? Do you have good officers in your Lodge? Ifnot, why not? Do you know the needs of your Brethren? Does your Lodge plan several open meetings each year with interesting programs so that your ladies and your non-Masonic friends may attend and learn something about our activities and purpose as a fraternity? If not, why not? Can you explain satisfactorily what Masonry is and is not to those who may ask? You should be able to, Brethren. Something visible encouraged you to become a Mason - is that image still present for others to see today? I I' not, why not? Brethren, these are vital questions dealing with the welfare of Masonry. When we can respond to these questions with a hearty "Yes," our Lodges will be prospering and we will be fulfilling our responsibilities as Masons. I have found quite a few Lodges in which a majority of the members can say "Yes." These Lodges are leading the rest of our Lodges in new members and overall progress. Your Lodge can do the same if you let the general public see Masonry in action in your daily life. Live Masonry, practice Masonry, love Masonry. This is the way to improve the State of the Craft! Freemasonry is not about to vanish. Its foundation is too solid. It has its peaks and valleys and, with a little extra effort from each of us, will regain its losses. I challenge each of you to do something visible in your community this year to promote Freemasonry. The State of the Craft depends on you and me. Are you willing to accept this challenge?

SOUTH CAROLINA: Grand Master T. Harry White of South Carolina commented on the condition of the Craft in his jurisdiction, and concluded with an edict: Brethren, we are cond ucting more Masonic Trials at present than in the history of our Grand Lodge. It is interesting to note also that we arc not trying, as a general rule, those members who have been in Masonry for many years. No, we arc trying the younger members. In researching this problem I find that eighty percent of those being tried have been in Masonry less than five years~ Does this trend tell us that possibly we have been looking for quantity instead of quality? Are we failing in our responsibilities of investigating our candidates? I would suggest that each lodge make a more thorough investigation of all candidates. In trying to curb our losses by non-payment of dues last year, I consulted with many lodge Masters and Secretaries to find that many of the brethren who have been dropped, have continued their membership in the appendant bodies of Masonry and the Shrine. I took immediate action by requesting all lodge secretaries to send to the appendant bodies the names of those brethren being dropped. Through the cooperation of the secretaries, this has been a worthwhile effort, for we are beginning to see results with many requests for reinstatement. Following these positive steps I was then faced with a greater problem in membership.

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That of members who have been dropped for N. P.D. for five or ten years and yet are still current in the appendant bodies and the Shrine. Brethren: Membership in the appendant bodies and Shrine depends upon a current Blue Lodge dues card. No one will be permitted to continue this practice in the future, for I have issued an Edict which states that any brother found without a current dues card in his Blue Lodge, and yet is current in the appendant bodies or Shrine in any other Masonic related organization shall be charged with Un-Masonic Conduct and dealt with accordingly. EDICT

April 27, 1984 Whereas it has been brought to my attention that there are Master Masons in this Grand Jurisdiction who are continuing their membership in other Masonic related bodies after they have been suspended for nonpayment of dues in their Blue Lodge; and Whereas by continuing their membership in other Masonic related bodies after they have been suspended for nonpayment of dues in their Blue Lodge they are receiving and enjoying the benefits of being a Master Mason in good standing; and Whereas at the same time, they are depriving their Blue Lodge of financial support; and Whereas when these Brothers continue their membership in Masonic related bodies after having been erased, they are representing themselves as Master Masons in good standing when in reality they are not. I, therefore, as Grand Master of Masons in South Carolina, issue the following Edict: ANY BROTHER FOUND WITHOUT A CURRENT DUES CARD IN HIS BLUE LODGE AND IS CURRENT IN ANY OTHER MASONIC RELATED ORGANIZATIONS SHALL BE CHARGED WITH UNMASONIC CONDUCT AND DEALT WITH ACCORDINGLY. I plan to enforce this Edict to the fullest and I expect every Lodge in this Grand Jurisdiction to assist by bring charges against any offender in their respective Lodges. Grand Master T. HARRY WHITE I am sure that you will agree with me that it is not fair to our lodges to suffer the loss of revenue from these brethren. Due to the present economy every lodge needs the financial support from every member, but yet many feel that they can forget their Masonic obligations to the Blue Lodge and continue to participate in those Masonic related activities that they choose. We are aware that many used the Blue Lodge for the purpose of reaching the "Playground Of Masonry." I assure you that as Grand Master, these Brethren will now have a rude awakening for I plan to enforce this Edict to the fullest and I shall expect every lodge in this Grand Jurisdiction to do likewise by bringing charges against any offender in your respective lodge.

INDIANA: Grand Master Stevens believes that the general condition of Masonry is good in Indiana, but he recognizes certain problem areas. The general condition of Masonry in Indiana is good. In many cases, where strong leadership prevails, the condition of the Craft has never been better. I have been in many Lodges over the past year and can report with satisfaction you have well-governed Lodges, are concerned about their outward appearance, are strong in ritual, and have officers who do their very best to keep Masonry in a favorable light in the community. The Lodges who follow these simple precepts are flourishing, and the reports of our Grand Lecturer and his assistant prove it. This past year, the Lodges for Instruction pointed out a positive trend in the conduct of our Lodge affairs, and I was particularly pleased with the increasing number of young Masons entering the officer lines for the first time. The response I have had to my articles in The Indiana Freemason has been encouraging. Such things as good ritual, proper dress, the wearing of the square and compass, and

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good Lodge publicity seem to have been well-received and show that many of you have been thinking along these lines for a long time. I did express concern on several occasions when certain other organizations, who draw their membership from Freemasonry, seemed completely unconcerned about Masonic regulations pertaining to raffles and gift enterprises. It is my strong conviction that Master Masons must not allow themselves to become involved in such things and hope this Grand Lodge will continue to give leadership towards such prohibitions. Masonry will stay strong as long as we Masons continue to think about our Fraternity in a positive manner, and it is my conviction that the great majority of you do just that!

OREGON: The Grand Master of Oregon discussed the condition of the Craft in his jurisdiction. He said: If there were an overall pattern of consistency, it would be simple to give you my assessment of the condition of the Craft in Oregon. Membership losses have a depressing effect most noticeable on the smallest Lodges. If it were not for the helpful spirit of neighboring Lodges, conferral of degrees would be almost impossible. I feel there is a renewed interest in ritualistic proficiency and in Masonic education. Many Lodges have made excellent progress in refurbishing their Temples, and several new outside signs are in evidence. Our lowered age limit for admittance has seen no rush to our doors, but it would seem that more younger men are now knocking on our doors. I am most pleased to see many more younger men in the offices of the Lodges. Brethren, these are some of our greatest assets. Like attracts like, and I sense a feeling of renewal as the enthusiasm and vigor of these younger men begins to work for the good of Masonry. I am sure they will bring with them a sense of commitment to their community's well-being. In many of our smaller communities, Masonic Lodges are beginning to make themselves felt ... in local charities, in making their halls available for senior citizen activities, Scout activities, and in support of our own youth groups, concordant and appendant orders. I am glad to report there are many bright spots in Oregon Masonry. I have been searching for reasons, and have concluded that they are directly related to the quality of Masonic leadership in that locality. I repeat again: Things don't just happen! It takes PEOPLE to make things happen. More effective training in Masonic leaderships skills could well be one of the important keys to our future.

DISTRICT COMMUNICATIONS IDAHO: The Grand Master of Idaho reported on his district communications: The District Deputies were responsible for the agenda and management of the entire communication. Most of the District Communications were outstanding with excellent presentations planting good seeds for thought in Masonry. I give each District Deputy my sincere appreciation and thanks and I commend you for your dedication to improve Masonry in Idaho. They helped me "Wake Up the Sleeping Giant of Masonry and look for the New Sunrise" at everyone of the 15 District. I enjoyed their fun and fellowship every time, thanks for being such great Brothers. We had the pleasures of the attendance and fellowship of nearly all of the Grand Lodge Officers and Past Grand Masters at the District meetings in their respective areas.

DUALIPLURAL MEMBERSHIP KANSAS: The Grand Secretary of Kansas called attention to the handling of dual/plural memberships. He said: Again, I bring this to your attention. These memberships should not be a problem if the Lodge Secretary would just communicate with your Grand Lodge office. All jurisdic-

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tions having dual/plural memberships have reporting laws similar to our own. This requires notification through the Grand Secretary's office. This past year we found a Brother who had membership in seven other jurisdictions. He was in violation in four of those without the slightest notion of his situation. Seventeen letters and four long distance phone calls solved the problem, but not his feelings. This Brother holds a Ph.D. in education, is a commissioned officer who has been stationed in many foreign countries - just the type to enthusiastically promote and support Masonry. But today he is less than interested - all because of a lack of communication. There were others during the year, several within our own jurisdiction. Again, hard feelings and strong words - all of which could have been avoided by a letter or call to the Grand Lodge office.

DUES CARD NOT CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING ARIZONA: The Grand Lodge of Arizona decided that a dues card was not a certificate of good standing. The following was approved: Dues card being sufficient evidence as a certificate of good standing. Move the acceptance of this Decision. Seconded. Jurisprudence Committee finds that Decision No. I does not conform to Section 88 of our Constitution which reads in part, "any member of a lodge who is in good standing and whose dues are paid, who desires to affiliate with another lodge, may apply for and receive from the secretary of his lodge a duly attested certificate of his good standing in the lodge." Also, Decision 21 (a) "a dim it, or certificate to support an application for affiliation must state that the member was in good standing and not that he was a 'non-affiliate' and 'clear on the books of the lodge' (1928...336337-393)." Reference Section 88, Section 122, reads in part, " ... a member of a lodge, in good standing, against whom no charges are pending, and whose dues are paid, may withdraw therefrom at any time by giving notice of his intention so to do."

EDICT REJECTED NEW MEXICO: The Grand Master of New Mexico issued an edict about balloting in an appendant body, which was rejected by the Grand Lodge when presented to it for confirmation. EDICT I issued one Edict on October 20, 1984 which reads as follows: I hereby proclaim that henceforth and hereafter from this day forward that a Master Mason who has been voted on favorably by a unanimous ballot, initiated, passed and raised to the sublime degree of Master ~fason, in legally constituted lodge under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of New Mexico, or a legally constituted lodge under the jurisdiction of a Grand Lodge recognized by the Grand Lodge of New Mexico, and being in good standing, may be subjected to a normally recognized form of balloting procedure by an Appendant Masonic Body existing under and at the pleasure of the Grand Lodge of New Mexico, providing such Master Mason elects to pursue further Masonic exposure, education or enlightenment by petitioning for admission into any of the above mentioned appendant Masonic Bodies. However, if a black cube, or vote of rejection is cast against a petitioner, the person casting said black cube, or vote of rt::jection, must verify in writing, within 4H hours, the reason for his vote, to the head of said appendant body. A reason for r~jection shall not be of a frivolous nature, but should be of such a serious breach of good conduct that it would su~ject the applicant to a charge of un-Masonic conduct. This Edict has been discussed far and wide! I want it known by all that this action was not directed at anyone appendant body nor was it the result of anyone action taken by any single appendant body concerning any individual. This concept has been in incubation for approximately twenty-five years. In conjunction with our trial by commission

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code it provides us with a very efficient method of policing our Fraternity internally. This Edict does one thing to and for our Fraternity, it eliminates illegal, immoral balloting.

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EDITING COMMITTEE OKLAHOMA: The Grand Lodge of Oklahoma adopted the following Editing Committee Resolution: WHEREAS: Section 27-A of the Constitution and Laws of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of the State of Oklahoma states: Section 27-A. Editing Committee of Grand Lodge Proceedings: A committee composed of the Grand Master, Deputy Grand Master and the Junior Past Grand Master, shall constitute the Grand Lodge editing committee. It shall be their duty to review, edit and clarify the proceedings of each annual communication of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge by editing and proofreading the galleys prior to the final printing and distribution. The Junior Past Grand Master shall serve as chairman of said committee. WHEREAS: It is more logical and economical for the committee to review and edit the original, typewritten copy from the Grand Secretary, and WHEREAS: It is more logical and economical to then proofread the printer's composition than the galleys because the term galleys is synonomous with the hot-type method of typesetting which is now seldom used on large books, Therefore, Be It Resolved: That Section 27-A of the Constitution and Laws be changed to read: Section 27-A. Editing Committee of Grand Lodge Proceedings: A committee composed of the Grand Master, Deputy Grand Master and the Junior Past Grand Master shall constitute the Grand Lodge Editing Committee. It shall be their duty to review, edit and clarify the proceedings of each annual communication of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge by editing the ORIGINAL, TYPEWRITTEN COpy FROM THE GRAND SECRETARY, AND BY proofreading the PRINTER'S COMPOSITION prior to the final printing and distribution. TheJunior Past Grand Master shall serve as chairman of said committee.

EDUCATION MISSISSIPPI: Every Grand Lodge has an Education Committee. Some are more successful in bringing their message to the brethren than others. Mississippi has an active Education Committee. A portion of its report is as follows: Considerable preliminary work was done on a new "Education Handbook." However, this project was temporarily shelved until we could determine if there were enough Masons in Mississippi who were interested in Masonic Education and would actually use the book, as the printing cost could be rather high. This study is now underway. The Education Committee recently became involved in a study of membership losses in this Grand Lodge. We were particularly interested in the Entered Apprentices. We show a loss of 415 per year from 1968-82. Through the assistance of Brother Watt Carter, PGM, Grand Lecturer, and his District Deputies, we have been slowly accumulating data to determine the reasons why so many drop out. The reasons begin to fall into five general categories: Time, Mobility, Lack of Interest, Too Much to Learn, Religion and Family Opposition. The other two categories of losses were Suspensions and Deaths. We can concern ourselves with the first two; the latter is beyond our control. A copy of our study is attached, but is not part of this report. The question arises - is there a solution to our membership losses? While we do not have complete answers as yet, we have some suggestions: We realize they will not please everyone, and that few of them will be adopted.

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1. An Education Program in every active Lodge. The greatest enemy to this program is "Apathy." Few, if any, seem to care. 2. The formation of joint Masonic District Associations; meetings once a quarter. 3. Increase the hours of the Masonic Workshop. 4. Appointment of a Commission to study the advisability of changing the rules on local Lodge Jurisdictions to permit, in certain cases, Waiver of Jurisdiction. To also consider the shortening of the memory work required to the signs, grips and obligations of each degree, including the Master Mason's Degree. He should be taught the examinations to gain entrance to another Lodge; in all these, he must be perfectly proficient. Finally, Most Worshipful Sir and Brethren, the success of any Education Program must rest with the leaders of the fraternity. Leadership must come from the top; it cannot come from the bottom; from the Masters and Wardens of the local Lodges to the Grand Lodge Officers to be installed.

TENNESSEE: The following is the beginning of the report of the Education Committee to the Grand Lodge of Tennessee; We agree with the report. We the Committee on Masonic Education wonder, in view of our net losses, 1,100 plus, this past year, half due to death and the rest drop outs, why the drop outs? Why the large number suspended for nonpayment of dues? We believe that in most cases our brethren are not properly indoctrinated with the philosophy of our order, nor are they given any instruction other than the words and grips. This is a m~ior problem and it is our fault. We are just another club to some. One to which they must pay dues. We do not require enough of our members, nor do we offer them enough fellowship at the beginning of their Masonic career. We have learned over the years that Masons in general read very little about Masonry and what they do read is ancient history. Masonic philosophy is too deep for some to read and therefore our philosophy should be explained or debated by an informed brother. Perhaps our ancient brethren had a better understanding of the Great Light and its meaning. The KingJames Version may be too difficult to understand. Ifit is, why not get a "Living Bible?" Look up phrases, explain to your lesser informed brothers and let's all be informed. We constantly refer to the Bible as a rule and guide of our faith and practice, but how many of us really read it?

FINANCIAL KANSAS: The Grand Secretary of Kansas reported on the method used by Lodges to prepare financial statements. Last year I did ask for and received permission to ask for financial statements from all Lodges. Our concern centered around that portion of the District Deputy report which states: "Cash in bank and on hand." Literally this did not cover the entire finances of some Lodges. This was further augmented by reports that Lodges might be subject to examinations by the Internal Revenue Service. Naturally the possibility of having these facts compared with such information as we retain at your Grand Lodge office caused concern. As a point of information, two Lodges were examined by Internal Revenue. Fortunately, as of reporting time, all appears well and without problems. Still, this can happen to any Lodge. So keep your records in good order and report changes immediately to us.

FIRST GRAND LODGES VERMONT: W. Brother Willard B. Farnham gave a very interesting report on the formation of the early Grand Lodges which had so much effect on American Freemasonry. The institution of the Grand Lodge, with its almost complete control over subordinate

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lodges and individual Masons, is so well established today that most Masons assume its existence world-wide as a matter of course. Although the Grand Lodge in some form has been in existence for over 250 years, its history is fairly short compared to the history of Freemasonry which traditionally originated with King Solomon's Temple and actually began with the lodges of operative Masons in the Middle Ages. Although operative Masons in certain areas had been governed by individuals under various titles, such as Warden, Superintendent, or occasionally Grand Master, no institution resembling the Grand Lodge developed until the custom of admitting non-operative Masons under the name ofTheoretic or Affiliated Masons had become well established. The name Speculative Mason did not come into general use until after the Grand Lodge system was adopted. But the practice of admitting non-operative Masons into the Lodge originated during the 16th century or even earlier and had become quite common by the beginning of the 18th century, and there were at that time lodges composed almost entirely of non-operative or Theoretic Masons. Exactly why the fraternities of operatives Masons found it expedient to admit laymen to the fraternity is not known, but it is probably that these fraternities, composed of mostly lower and middle class working men wanted the political clout and leadership experience to be found in the mercantile and professional class individuals who joined as Theoretic Masons. And I also expect that the additional fees were a consideration. It was the influence of these non-operative or Theoretic Masons which resulted in the formation of the first Grand Lodges. Although the Grand Lodge system originated in England, it spread rapidly to the continent of Europe and then to the colonies. However, only the Grand Lodges of England and nearby Scotland and Ireland had much effect on American Freemasonry, and I will confine my further remarks to these Grand Lodges. THE GRAND LODGE OF

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The first Grand Lodge, sometimes termed the Mother Grand Lodge, was organized in London in 1717 by four lodges operating at various locations in London. It was originally claimed that these four lodges were the only ones then functioning in London; but recent authors claim that there were probably several lodges still operating under the old system. While the procedure varied in different areas, in most of England it was only necessary to have the approval of the local magistrate to organize a lodge. The four Lodges which met in 1717 to organize the first Grand Lodge were identified by the taverns in which they met as follows: I. The Goose and Gridiron Alehouse in St. Paul's Churchyard. 2. The Crown Alehouse in Parker's Lane near Drury Lane. 3. The Apple Tree Tavern in Charles St., Covent Garden. 4. The Rummer and Grapes Tavern in Channel-Row, Westminster. The first Grand Master to be elected was Anthony Sayer, a Past Master of the Lodge meeting at the Apple Tree Tavern; but a search was immediately instituted for a member of the nobility to become Grand Master, a custom which was followed in all the early Grand Lodges and which is followed to this day by the Grand Lodge of England. The added prestige conferred by a member of the nobility, particularly by a member of the royal family, was probably the decisive factor. This custom probably explains the importance of the Deputy Grand Master in a Grand Lodge, an officer not normally present in a subordinate lodge. While in some cases the members of the nobility took an active part in Grand Lodge operations, in other cases he was pretty much a figurehead and the administrative tasks fell to the Deputy. Several of the prominent Masons of that era served as Deputy Grand Master. For over thirty years, the Grand Lodge of England had no serious competition in its own area, and during this period the rules, regulations, and procedures and rituals were adopted which moulded the Speculative Freemasonry which was developing in England. Anderson's "Ancient Constitution of Freemasonry," first published in 1721 and adopted by the Grand Lodge in I 723, was the basis for many of the procedures adopted at that time. A second edition published in 1738 contains the records of the Grand Lodge from 1717- I 738. These ancient charges and regulations form the basis of much of the Freemasonry we practice today.

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TilE GRAr-;D LODGE OF ALL Er-;GLAND (YORK <.;RA:--lD U)D(;f:)

The Lodge at York, which has records going back to 1706, assumed the authority of a Grand Lodge in 1725. Part of its presumed authority was a traditional Grand Lodge established at York in 926 A.D. by Prince Edwin, the brother of King Athelstan. There is also a tradition that a Grand Master was appointed at York in 1567, but no supporting evidence exists for either tradition. No other subordinate Lodges were involved in the Grand Lodge formation; and in its operation, the York Grand Lodge resembled the Mother Lodge concept more common in Scotland, since it never ceased to operate as a subordinate lodge. Although professing independence of the Grand Lodge at London, it adopted the same rules and regulations as the London Grand Lodge. There is no record of any Grand Lodge activity between 1734 and 1761; but in the latter year The Grand Lodge was revived and continued to operate until 1792 after which no records exist. The Grand Lodge at York did not apparently interfere with the operation of the Grand Lodge at London, which continued to warrant lodges in the area, even on in York itself, throughout the whole period of existence. TilE (;RAr-;O 1.0Dla: OF E:--lGI.A:>;[) (ANTIE:--lT) (ATHOI.I. GRA:>;I> 1.01>(;E)

In 1751 a second Grand Lodge was established in London by five Lodges of Irish Freemasons. These lodges apparently consisted of Masons who received their degrees in Ireland and later emigrated to London where they joined lodges of predominantly Irish Freemasons who operated outside the authority of the existing Grand Lodge. The existence of these independent lodges has led Masonic students to conclude that independent lodges probably existed in London in 1717. The stated purpose for the formation of this new Grand Lodge was to preserve the ancient charges and traditions of the fraternity which they claimed were being eliminated by the existing Grand Lodge, hence the titles "Antient" and "Modern" applied to the new and the old Grand Lodges respectively. Like all Grand Lodges of the period they actively searched for a member of the nobility to become Grand ~aster but it was not until 1756 that one was elected. John, the 3rd Duke of Atholl served as Grand Master, 1771-1774 and John the 4th Duke of Atholl from 1775-1781 and 1791-1813, these long terms in office leading to the designation the "Atholl Grand Lodge." Both of these men served a term as Grand Master of Scotland. Randall William, 6th Earl and 2nd Marquess of Antrim served as Grand Master 1783-1791 and also served two terms as Grand Master of Ireland. These fraternal connections were actively pursued by this Grand Lodge to strengthen their claim to equal status with the established Grand Lodge (Moderns). The performance and the continued existence of this Grand Lodge is primarily due to the efforts of one man, Laurence Dermott, another Irish Freemason who emigrated to London and who served as Grand Secretary and later as Deputy Grand Master. Although a difficult man to get along with, his administrative ability and dedication to the Craft were unquestioned. His major contribution was a book or pamphlet entitled "Ahiman Rezon" which served to establish a basis for the Grand Lodge procedures, as did Anderson's "Constitutions" for the earlier Grand Lodge. Both of these Grand Lodges continued their separate paths until the early 19th century when action was initiated to effect a union. There appeared to be two major stumbling blocks toward this union. The "Antients" Grand Lodge refused to compromise any of their ancient traditions, and each Grand Lodge felt that its own Grand ~1aster should be Grand Master of the united Grand Lodge. In the compromise finally reached in 1813 the "Moderns" conceded most of the points desired by the "Antients" and H. R. H. the Duke of Kent, a member of the royal, consented to be elected Grand Master of the "Antients" and to serve as Grand Master of the united Grand Lodges. Except for minor dissension there has been only one Grand Lodge in England since 1813. THE GRAND LODGE SOL'TH OF THE TREr-;T

In 1778 the Lodge of Antiquity, a direct descendant of the founding lodge meeting at the Goose and Gridiron Tavern, attempted to discipline three of its members by expulsion without the consent of the Grand Lodge (Moderns). In the ensuing disagreement

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the Lodge of Antiquity seceded from the Grand Lodge and in 1779 applied to the York Grand Lodge for authority to function as a Grand Lodge or "Mother" Lodge. This authority was granted in 1780, and for a decade it attempted to function as a Grand Lodge under the title "Grand Lodge of England South of the Trent." Only one or two lodges were ever warranted, and in 1790 most of the seceding members were readmitted by the Grand Lodge; but it is noteworthy that during this decade four Grand Lodges existed side by side, each claiming equal authority. Although this secession did not cause any great problems to the Grand Lodges in London, it is of interest to note that one of the most prominent Masons of that era was involved. William Preston was born in Scotland but became a Mason in England. He was a member and a Past Master of the Lodge of Antiquity and was expelled with that Lodge in 1778 and readmitted in 1790. He is best known today for his endowment of a Masonic lecture series. The Prestonian Lecture of 1981 by Cyril M. Batham is our best current source of information about the "Antient" Grand Lodge. THE GRAl"D LODGE OF IRELA:-';D

The Grand Lodge of Ireland is a descendant of the Grand Lodge of Munster which began operation as a "Mother" Lodge about 1725. The Grand Lodge of Ireland was formed at Dublin in 1830, the first Grand Master being Lord Viscount Kingston, who had served as Grand Master of England the previous year and who introduced the English procedures from Anderson's "Constitutions" to the Irish Grand Lodge. The Irish Grand Lodge was therefore descended from the English Grand Lodge (Moderns); but as noted above, it was essentially Irish Freemasons who founded the "Antient" Grand Lodge in 1751. A distinctly Irish innovation was the formation of a Grand Master's Lodge in 1749. Members of this Lodge were members of the Grand Lodge without the requirement for paying dues, and nominations from this Lodge must be initiated without a local ballot. In 1772 both the Grand Lodge of Ireland and Scotland recognized the "Antients" Grand Lodge and as noted above some individuals served as Grand Masters of two of these Lodges. TilE (;RA:-';D LODGE OF SCOTLAND

Unlike England and Ireland where little or no record exists of Masonic activity prior to the 18th century, the Scottish records show the gradual transition from operative to speculative Masonry and the formation and development of the Grand Lodge. Prior to the formation of the Grand Lodge local lodges could be formed by authority from the King, by the authority of a Masonic Grand Warden (a supervisor, not a Grand Lodge Officer), or by members separating from an established lodge and forming a new one with the consent of the "Mother" Lodge. The "mother" lodge concept was well established in Scotland with both the Lodge at Edinburgh and the Lodge at Kilwinning chartering several lodges. Because of its traditional reputation as the first "Mother" Lodge many of the lodges chartered by Kilwinning added the name Kilwinning to the title of their lodge. Four lodges, three of them chartered by Kilwinning, met on Oct. 15, 1736 to establish the Grand Lodge of Scotland. At the organizational meeting on Nov. 30, 1736,33 out of some 200 lodges in Scotland were present. The first Grand Master was elected by a political trick worthy of Machiavelli. William St. Clair, who was a descendant of a family designated as Masters or Grand Wardens in the 17th century read a letter to the convention renouncing any ancestral claim to the position of Grand Master. Although he had been a Mason only a few months and had demonstrated little previous interest in the fraternity this letter brought his name to the attention of the delegates and he was easily elected the first Grand Master. The formation of the Grand Lodge of Scotland was probably accelerated by a visit by Dr. Desaguliers, a Past Grand Master and Deputy Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of England. However, after the formation of the "Antients" Grand Lodge in 1751 the Grand Lodge of Scotland became more closely associated with the new Grand Lodge, the Dukes of Atholl serving as Grand Masters of both Lodges.

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American Freemasonry owes its beginnings to these Grand Lodges. Provinicial Grand Masters were appointed and lodges were chartered by both the "Moderns" and the "Antients." Lodges and Grand Lodges deriving from the "Antients" use the initials A.F. & A.M., while those derived from the "Moderns" use F.&A.M. Lodges were also chartered by the Grand Lodges of Scotland and Ireland. The well-known Lodge of St. Andrew in Boston possessed a Scottish charter and the army lodge of Boston which initiated the men who eventually established Prince Hall Masonry had a charter from the Grand Lodge of Ireland. Today Freemasonry is almost worldwide, but the fraternity as we know it originated in the 18th century in the British Isles. Grand Historian WILLARD B. FARNHAM

FORM OF PETITION FOR DEGREES LOUISIANA: The following was adopted by the Grand Lodge of Louisiana as additions to the form of petition for the degrees: Relative to the petition for degrees in Masonry, we recommend that Item No. 12 be added to that portion of the petition of Page 121, Handbook of Masonic Law, as follows: 12. This petition is made with full awareness that any information about the petitioner from any legal source may be obtained. We further recommend that Items No. 17a and 17b be added to that portion of the petition on Page 121, Handbook of Masonic Law as follows: 17a. What is your Social Security No.? 17b. What is your Drivers License No.?

FREEDOM AND RELIGION NORTH DAKOTA: Brother Stephen D. Hodges, Grand Orator gave a most inspiring address to the Grand Lodge of North Dakota on the subject of, "Freedom of Religion." In recent months we have heard much about opposition to Freemasonry from certain church groups. It is refreshing to read the address of Brother Hodges. It has been my honor to talk to these sessions of the Grand Lodge of North Dakota a number of times. In the past, I have addressed a number of subjects, primarily dealing with the foundations of Freemasonry, and the freedoms we enjoy; because of not only the founding fathers, but of dedicated Freemasons, down through the years to the present time. Tonight I want to talk about the most precious of all the freedoms we enjoy, and that is Religious Freedom. Of late, we have had criticism about this subject from a number of uninformed people, and I hope tonight to explain the position of Masonry as to religion. Everytime I read or hear of some group criticizing Masonry, I wonder where they were when J im Jones, in the name of religion, made 900 of his followers take poison. I can tell you one thinR, there wasn't a Mason in the bunch. Let me read you somethinR from the Bismarck Tribune, dated May 20, 1984. The headlines read, 20 burned alive in spreading riots. Bombay, India, Hindu rioters burned alive a family of20 Moslems Saturday in communal violence that has killed 68 people in three days. The Hindu-Moslem violence is believed to be the bloodiest in India in 14 years. A mob dragged the 20 victims from their farm house near Bhiwandi, a handloom center about 35 miles northeast of Bombay, poured kerosene on them and set them afire, said the State Assistant Police Inspector-General. Vasantro Patil, Chief Minister for the State of Maharanshtra, said arson on the first day of the rioting, Thursday, destroyed 1,200 huts that were home to more than 6,000 people around Bhiwandi. The riots were believed to be India's worst since rioting in Bhiwandi in May 1970, when officials said 200 people were killed. Unofficial estimates put the number as high as 500. Rioting broke out Thursday night in

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Bhiwandi after Moslems pulled down a saffron-colored Hindu flag and tried to hoist a green Moslem flag near the headquarters of Shiv Sena. Let me read you a church bulletin from right here in North Dakota. "The Masonic Lodge gave out awards to honor student's academic performance. In holding with our position regarding the lodge, high schoolers and parents are encouraged to consider the implications of accepting an award from an organization that holds truly unchristian principles in their ritual. Although many do not think of it in terms of significance or importance, only one needs to ask would you accept an award from a pimp or a pornographer? We'd answer of course not. ... They're not holding with our Christian practice." The way to answer things like this is say nothing at all, because some people are so narrow-minded that if they fell on a pin it would blind them in both eyes. When you hear of events such as I havejust related, you sometimes think that when some people say my religion right or wrong, it makes about as much sense as saying "my mother drunk or sober." In the United States of America are many different ethnic groups. Each group has its own traditions, yet each and everyone is an American. So it is with the Masonic Lodge. We encompass many religions and denominations, yet we are all Masons. In each case, being a member of one does not detract from the other. In fact, being a member of both enhances and strengthens both. Strange as it seems what religion a man professes is as much of an accident as what language he speaks. As an illustration, let me quote to you some of the great teachings from a number of religions. Now I happen to be a Christian, so I will start with Matthew 7: 12 - ..All things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them; for this is the law and the prophets." The Talmud ofJudiasm, like this, "What is hateful to you, do not to your fellowmen." That is the entire law, all the rest is commentary. Islam says, "No one of you is a believer until he desires for his brother, that which he desired for himself." Buddhism says, "Hurt not others in ways that you yourself would find hurtfuL" Brahmanism says, "This is the sum of duty; do naught unto others which would cause you pain if done to you." Confucianism says, "Surely it is the maxim of loving kindness; do not unto others that you would not have them do unto you." Taoism says, "Regard your neighbor's gain as your own gain, and your neighbor's loss as your own loss." Strange how much all of those sound the same. Surely not enough different to murder another over. Masonry is not the handmaiden of anyone or any group or any organization or any church. Masonry is wholly independent of any religion, any denomination, or any church. That is one of Masonry's most important teachings. AJew, for example, cannot be a Christian, or a Christian aJew, without forsaking his religious origin and background. But in Masonry, anyone can belong, if he believes in God and in the immortality of the soul, and earns the approval of the members of the lodge. Masonry is organized on the basic principle of free association and any such group will maintain its own meeting places, rules, regulations, and leadership structures. Free association allows for freedom of discussion and thought. The main pillars of any dictatorial structure, are intolerance and infallibility. These two doctrines cannot exist in a strong climate of tolerance and free association. Ladies and Brothers, the man who ain't got an enemy is really poor. Masonry is not poor. The foes of Freemasonry and faith oppose us because Masons believe strongly in the right of every man to worship God according to the dictates of his own conscience, and the right of every man to live in a free and democratic society. Freemasonry does not have to fear the faith of any people who believe in a divine creator, wherever they may be found on the face of the earth. It is this great Fraternity of brothers and many races, many creeds, that has found something that unites mankind into a common bond on which may rest the very survival of the human race. Languages and dogmas are not, and do not have to be, barriers to brotherhood. Faith is what a man believes and what motivates his life. Religion is the trappings of many faiths. Tyrants have trembled in the presence of faith, but they have bathed their kingdoms in blood with the silent approval of religion which refused in history's dark

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moments to dare oppose the will of madmen bent on breaking the spirits and wills of a free people! MASONRY TEACHES, NOT FREEDOM FROM FAITH, BUT FREEDOM OF FAITH. All men will not be Masons, nor should they be. But unless the principles are followed by more people than at present, our descendants will live out their lives in a wildly troubled world. Unless the fundamentals taught by the Craft are more generally observed and practiced, unless more people learn to live in harmony with others of dissimilar views and to keep their emotions under control - violence will become the norm. Some Masons are highly spiritual. Others are raised to a new philosophy oflife. Others think it is directed toward upholding the constitution. A large class finds interesting historical problems and seeks to trace its obscure origins. Many are principally concerned with administration. Others are completely occupied in the art of memorizing and rendering the ritual, while a few accomplish all they desire by working up through the chairs. Occasionally, one will appreciate only the social contacts. Finally, there are some on whom Freemasonry makes very little impression at all. Masonry does not dictate to the Mason what his understanding of the ceremonies shall be. Nor does it preach to him. It presents its symbols, legends, ceremonies, lecturers, and charges and allows the Mason to place his own interpretation on them; form his own concepts and derive as much or as little from them as his capacity may permit. Let me tell you a story about our late brother Cecil B. DeMille. One day while drifting about in a small boat, he observed a water beetle climbing up the side of his boat. It settled on the side of his boat and the sun seemed to bake it in its cocoon. For the next several hours DeMille drifted and fished, giving no thought to the dried cocoon of the water beetle. Hours later he noticed a small break in the side of the cocoon. He was amazed when a magnificent dragonfly emerged, hesitating for a moment as if not wanting to leave familiar surroundings. But in an instant it was flying off, as if it had always known how to wing its way through the atmosphere! It flew far above the water and then down close to the water's surface. Water beetles on the bottom of the lake could have observed their former kind on its new existence if only they could have seen well enough and had known to look up. In a moment, the dragonfly with beautiful colors flashing on its wings soared further than a water beetle would travel over an entire lifespan. Brother DeMille concluded, "If God in his wisdom will do this for the water beetle, think what he must have in store for man." Many people complain about the Masonic Order because they say it discriminates. Yes, that it does. Masonry discriminates in accepting for membership only good men who have reputations for uprightness and honesty. Masonry discriminates in that it accepts no base persons or athiests who have no morals or standards of decency. Masonry discrimates in that it teaches profound principles of religion, yet has no religious ties. It discriminates against any religion which would enslave the minds and souls of men. Masonry discriminates against anyone who would advocate the overthrow of our form of government. Masonry discriminates against agitators, fanatics, crackpots, who use violence to gain their ends. Masonry discriminates against business activities. It is not a chamber of commerce. Masonry does not discriminate on the grounds of race, creed or color. It discriminates as to individuals only. Christians, Jews, Mohammedans, and many others work together in harmony in Masonry as nowhere else. And this is all over the world. Other great fraternal societies have failed to be discriminating in their selection of members and are now suffering. So Masons should be proud that this organization which has been of more benefit to the world than any other fraternity, does discriminate in many ways. Freemasonry like other organizations portrays it lessons by simple examples. Too often because they are unsophisticated and elementary, we give little heed to their profound teachings. Sooner or later the Mason is confronted with the lesson of the two stones, one a chunk of rock in its virgin state; the other, after long and tedious labor, fit for the builder's use. The lesson of the two stones teach us that man even in his crude and

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imperfect state, may rise by the processes of heritage, home, religion, education, service, and his acknowledgement of the Brotherhood of man may journey toward perfection and to a higher degree of purpose. We do not have to look very far to find many examples of this phenomenon. Moses, a man who was running fromjustice, eventually became the founder, leader and law~iver of the infant nation of Israel. Who would have believed that a young printer and inventor, having many new ideas and thought by many to be crazy, discovered an unseen energy in the atmosphere, which we now call electricity. He happened on it in what is considered child's play. Benjamin Franklin remembered not so much from where he started, but where he was able to ascend. Another man in the highlands of Virginia, with his numerous inventions and architecture was the author of that great document, the Declaration of Independence. Who would have believed that a tall, lanky and homely lad, splitting rails in Kentucky would someday grace the halls of the White House. Abraham Lincoln is beloved because he took what was given him by life and made from it something sublime because of his honesty, his common sense and his deep love for all his fellowmen. Two young men in a bicycle shop in the city of Dayton dreamed that men could fly. Today the airplane is an integral part of our transportation system because of their dream. In Germany a young man was sent home from school because he was considered dull and unwilling to learn. Albert Einstein gave us the key to exploration of the universe. The list could go on indefinitely, but that is not the important issue here. Where are we in our stage of preparation, of usefulness and of service? How far as Masons have we advanced? How far have we investigated below the surface of the ritual to find the truths hidden there, like golden treasures, but treasures we must seek. They are never handed to us, for the founders of Masonry believed in the process of preparation of the mind, elevation of the ideals and strengthening of the heart. What a profound lesson this! Infinite possibilities are ours if we would but grasp them. Someday, when the cloud of prejudice has been dispelled by the searchlight of truth, the world will honor Masonry for its heroic service to freedom of thought and the liberty of faith. No part of Masonry has been more noble, no principle of its teachings has been more pious than its age-long and unwavering demand for the right and duty of every soul to see the light, and that truth which makes him free. One hundred and seventy-five years ago, Charles Lamb, the famous English writer was walking along a London street with a friend. He stopped and pointed, "Do you see that man over there? I hate him." "Hate him?" his friend said, "How can you hate himyou don't even know who he is." And Lamb said precisely, "We have all seen this kind of hate born of ignorance. In certain languages the word for 'Enemy' is 'Stranger.''' The future position of our fraternity in this changing world is dependent in part on how well we know each other and how well people know us. But more importantly, how well we understand what our fraternity stands for. Thank you very muchl

FREEMASONRY FACES OPPOSITION We have heard several statements about different churches and other organizations that have expressed unfavorable comments about Freemasonry. We personally know of some brethren who have dimitted from Masonry and gave statements that their particular church had advised them that the fraternity was not in sympathy with the church, and that they could not be good churchmen and be Masons at the same time. Recently we received the following which was clipped from June 13, 1985, issue of The Joplin Globe: LONDON (AP) - A report from a Methodist Church committee has called the international fraternity of Freemasonry a competitor to Christianity and counseled

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church members not tojoin the centuries-old society whose members have included 13 U.S. presidents. "There is great danger that the Christian who becomes a Freemason will find himself compromising his Christian beliefs or his allegiance to Christ, perhaps without realizing what he is doing," the church's faith and order committee on instructions said in a report released today. The Methodist report will be presented to the British church's conference later this month and is expected to win approval as church policy. It comes at a time when Freemasonry is under growing attack in Britian. "I most sincerely hope the Methodist Conference will recognize the illogicalities contained to the report and the lack of evidence to support the committee's conclusions," said Michael Higham, grand secretary of the United Grand Lodge of England. Detailed comment to the report was not immediately available. Freemasons, who number more than 6 million worldwide, trace their society's roots to English and Scottish fraternities of stonemasons and cathedral builders in the Middle Ages. Reference books say the first Masonic Grand Lodge opened in London in 1717. The order practices charity and mutual aid but has been regarded with suspicion by some because of its secret rituals. The Roman Catholic Church has long frowned on Freemasonry, and both the Church of England and the Baptist Church in Britain have questioned whether their members should be Freemasons. Prominent U.S. Masons have included Benjamin Franklin and 13 presidents, among them George Washington. Membership in the two main Masonic councils in the United States reportedly totals more than 1 million. In Britain, the number of Freemasons is estimated at 500,000 to 1.5 million. The Methodist inquiry was ordered by last year's annual Methodist Conference, the ruling body of the largest of the Protestant churches in Britain after the Church of England, the state church. The church's report acknowledges assistance from the United Grand Lodge of England, the controlling body of British Freemasonry, whose Grand Master is the Duke of Kent, cousin of Queen Elizabeth I I. Methodism, founded by the British evangelist John Wesley in the 18th century, has some 500,000 members in Britain. Most British Freemasons are believed to belong to the Church of England. But the Methodist report notes allegations that Methodist business, including postings of church ministers, has been discussed and decided at Masonic lodge meetings. It says Freemasons practice "syncretism, an attempt to unite different religions in one, which Christians cannot accept." The report says suspicions about Freemasonry are encouraged by the all-male brotherhood's excessive secrecy, which it says runs counter to the open fellowship of Christianity. Scotland Yard chiefs last September moved to eliminate Freemasonry in London's 27,000-member police force, advising officers not to join the brotherhood or to give up membership. The move followed allegations that promotion at the Yard often depends on being a Freemason. The Duke of Kent this month announced a campaign to improve Freemasonry's image. He is sending guidelines to Freemasons saying the brotherhood is not a religion, has no Masonic god and does not try to bring religions together. The basic unit of Freemasonry is the local Blue Lodge, in which members advance through degrees. The Shriners, often active in civic causes such as the support of children's hospitals, are also an organization of Masons. There also are subsidiary Masonic groups, including the Order of the Eastern Star, limited to third-degree Masons and their female relatives. Most U.S. Freemason lodges broke away from their English and Scottish antecedents at time of the American Revolution.

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In Italy, Freemasonry came under a cloud in 1981 when police unearthed a list of 1,000 members of a secret Masonic lodge called "P2." The list included banker Roberto Calvi, who in 1982 was found hanging from Blackfriars Bridge over London's River Thames as his financial empire crumbled. The list also featured two government ministers, top civil servants, military officers, judges and police. Resultant charges of corruption caused the Italian government of Arnaldo Forlani to fall.

FREEMASONRY TODAY IDAHO: The Grand Orator of the Grand Lodge of Idaho reviewed Freemasonry today for his Grand Lodge: Man has traditionally marked his achievements with appropriate ceremony, because the events of each period become history. It is also a proven fact that people who are unfamiliar with history, are doomed to repeat its errors. In his search for peace - man is slowly learning that an understanding of history is mandatory. As we pause to celebrate the progress of the first century in this City, we note that from the first formation of society, Order in Architecture may be traced. When the rigor of seasons first obliged men to contrive shelter from the inclemency of the weather, we learn that they first planted trees on end, then laid others across to support a covering. The bands which connected these trees at top and bottom are said to have given rise to the idea of the base and capital of pillars; and from this simple hint originally proceeded the more improved art of architecture. The ancient architect was forced to search for practical knowledge merely to assure his survival; and his primary concern was the study of astronomy, geography, navigation, and the arts dependent upon them, by which society has been so much benefited. In his ancient period, a "philosophy of living" was a vacillating thing, and a durable philosophy was usually non-existent. The Ancient Operative Mason, being the architect of the period, was confined to geometry, arithmetic, and logic - and, he was also obliged to master the tools of the builder's trade. Those Ancient Builders soon learned that cooperation created harmony - and as they refined their associations with each other; Brotherly Love, Relief, and Truth advanced as their obvious and basic philosophy. Today there seems to be no limit to the advancements in technology, including architecture - but whether it be in the building of temporal structures, or human character; the rules remain constant. When man learns to rely on his Creator, the philosophy of Brotherly Love, Relief, and Truth, can, and will, become Universal. Today we point with pride to the abundant progress of the past century. We also offer our thanks and gratitude for every service rendered, no matter how great or small because, no community can thrive without the labors and dedication of those who reside in it. While we voice our gratitude for the past, we must also prepare for the future. This is not only the end of an era - it is also the beginning of a new century which will require even greater service and dedication. Brotherly Love - unites men of every country, sect, and opinion, and causes true friendship to exist among those who might otherwise remain at a perpetual distance. Relief - in some societies is readily available for those who are willing to help themselves; but the world has been reluctant, or unable, to relieve the distresses of mankind in an effective manner. To soothe the unhappy, to sympathize with their misfortunes, and to restore peace to their troubled minds, is the great aim we should have in view. Truth - is a divine attribute, and the foundation of every virtue. While influenced by this principle, hypocrisy and deceit are unknown, sincerity and plain dealings prevail, and with heart and tongue we join in promoting each other's welfare and rejoicing in each other's prosperity.

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He concluded by saying: As the world becomes more complex, the next century will be more complicated - but it also can be more rewarding. There is no way to predict when the world will adopt and practice a useful philosophy; but the search for Universal Peace must continue in every community - and it must be pursued with maximum vigor.

FUNERALS WEST VIRGINIA: The Grand Master of Masons of West Virginia issued the following edict about Masonic funerals. We believe this is one of the few jurisdictions that does not permit the conducting of funerals in a church, Funeral Home, residence or Masonic Temple. WHEREAS: It is illegal and improper to conduct a Masonic Funeral Service in a residence, Church or Funeral Home. When this service is requested, it must be conducted at the time and place of the interment of the body. (Laws of Masonry, Regulation 24, Note 126, Page 60) and: WHEREAS: The Funeral Service must be conducted at the grave side or place of interment. (Laws of Masonry, Regulation 24, Note 127, Page 60) and: WHEREAS: At a Special Communication of Washington Lodge No. 58, held on September 18, 1983, for the purpose of conducting the Masonic Funeral Service, on arriving at the grave site and finding the grave incomplete, Worshipful Master james H. Stanley,jr. permitted the body to be moved some 10 feet from the grave site, and after being placed on top of the ground did allow the Masonic Funeral Service to be conducted. That is to say that Worshipful Master james H. Stanley, jr. did not obey the Laws of Masonry concerning the Funeral Service. Now, Therefore, Know Ye, that I, Charles E. Coon, Grand Master of Masons in West Virginia do by this Edict reprimand Worshipful Master james H. Stanley,jr. for being derelict and insubordinate in discharging his duties as Worshipful Master of Washington Lodge No. 58. I further direct that this edict by audibly read by Washington Lodge No. 58 at the next Stated Communication following its receipt, and that it be spread upon the minutes of the Lodge in full. Given under my hand and the seal of the Grand Master in the State of West Virginia at the city of Belle, this Thirtieth day of December A.D. 1983, A.L. 5983 and in the One Hundred and Twentieth year of the Grand Lodge. Grand Master CHARLES E. COON

GEORGE WASHINGTON MASONIC NATIONAL MEMORIAL GEORGIA: The Grand Lodge of Georgia jointed the long list of Grand Lodges that require a candidate for Masonry to contribute $5.00 to the George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association. Georgia placed the $5.00 on each candidate raised. Some Grand Lodges, including Missouri, place it on each candidate initiated. The latter produces more funds, because many candidates start but never complete the three degrees. IDAHO: The Grand Lodge of Idaho contributes two dollars for each Master Mason degree, but makes additional contributions: In compliance with Regulation No. 61 of our Masonic Code and Digest, our jurisdiction contributes two dollars to this Association for each Master Mason Degree conferred. In contributions for degrees conferred, our jurisdiction has now contributed a total of $32,566.00 to this Association. We have also contributed $1,500.00 annually, in addition to the contributions for degrees - making a total contribution of $34,066.00.

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LOUISIANA: The Grand Lodge of Louisiana adopted the following resolution. WHEREAS, The George Washington Masonic National Memorial at Alexandria, Virginia stands as a national monument to Freemasonry which is visited by more than 100,000 persons each year, and WHEREAS, all Masons throughout the United States should take great pride in the Memorial which honors our first president and Freemasonry's commitment to liberty and love of country, and WHEREAS, the Memorial, after a period of fifty-one years, is in need of additional funds for major repairs and continuing maintenance, and WHEREAS, in order to help provide these needed funds, thirty-four Grand Lodges have thus far endorsed a program of a $5.00 contribution to the Memorial by each new Entered Apprentice, Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved, that the Grand Lodge of Louisiana endorse the program of $5.00 contribution to the Memorial by each new initiate, said contribution to be included in the initiation fee and to become effective January I, 1985.

GRAND MASTERS CONFERENCE SOUTH DAKOTA: The Grand Historian of South Dakota, M. W. Brother Harold Tisher, gave a most interesting report on the Grand Masters Conference. He said: Although the Conference of Grand Masters in North America had its real beginning in 1925, numerous meetings were held over the United States prior to that time, but no formal organization had emerged from those meetings. The nineteenth century meetings were often referred to as "Congresses." They were called primarily to achieve uniformity in ritual or in some instances to create a General Grand Lodge. These meetings failed to enlist the support of a majority of the leaders of Masonry and to arouse any interest in a General Grand Lodge. By the twentieth century the leaders of Freemasonry saw the value of getting together and talking things over and to exchange ideas. The fears of a General Grand Lodge persisted, so a new label was found for such meetings. Instead of "Congresses," which suggested legislative bodies with authority, they became known as "Conferences." Again such conferences were held over the next several years with a changing number of Grand Masters present. The fear of a General Grand Lodge persisted, which influenced some Grand Masters to stay away from the meetings. World War I presented American Freemasonry with new challenges and tremendous opportunities, or so it seemed, to serve their Sons and Brothers in the armed forces. However, they discovered that their forty-nine (49) individual Grand Lodges presented a problem. Government and military officials refused to deal with so many independent agencies instead of with one which could act for all, such at the YMCA. This refusal by the government and the military encouraged the determination of some of the Masonic leaders "to do something about it." To create an agency that could act in behalf of all U.S., Grand Lodges in time of war, calamity or distress, the Grand Master of Iowa, George L. Schoonover, called a meeting in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, in November 1918. Representatives from twenty-two (22) Grand Lodges showed up for the meeting. They met just as the war was ending, but those present saw a need for such an Association of Grand Lodges - NOT A GENERAL GRAND LODGE - but a servant to all jurisdictions. From this meeting and the plans agreed upon the Masonic Service Association was born, and became a reality. They met again in Cedar Rapids in 1919 to iron out any problems that might have arisen. The new organization was now on its way. At the 1923 meeting of this newly formed organization, the first proposal was presented for a yearly meeting or conference of Grand Masters to be held in connection with

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the Masonic Service Association's yearly meeting. The suggestion was also made that the latter be held in Washington, D.C. in February at the same time when the George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association usually met. Whether by chance or on cue, Richard C. Davenport, Grand Master of Illinois, made a move that had far-reaching consequences. He called a one-day meeting or conference to be held at the LaSalle Hotel in Chicago on November 17, 1925. Brother Davenport acted as chairman and Brother Walter Stockwell, of North Dakota, as secretary. Although those present may not have realized it at the time, they launched the Grand Masters Conference as it is known today. The next year, on November 16, 1926, the then Grand Master of Illinois, David W. King, called another Conference of Grand Masters at the same hotel in Chicago, to iron out any difficulties and to exchange ideas. Brother King acted as chairman and Charles C. Hunt, of Iowa, as secretary. At this meeting they agreed to meet in Washington, D.C. in about three (3) months on or about the twenty-second (22nd) of February at the time of the Annual Meeting of the George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association. These plans were carried out and the Grand Masters Conference continued to meet in the Nation's Capital through 1963. In 1963 the delegates to the Conference voted to move their 1964 Conference of Grand Masters to Kansas City, a more central location. The following year the Conference returned to Washington, D.C. No Conference was held in 1945 due to war-time restrictions on travel and conventions. Although the Conference of Grand Masters began in Chicago in 1925, moved to Washington, D.C. in 1927, and was joined by the Grand Secretaries in 1932, it was not until February 1932 that the Masonic Service Association moved from Chicago to Washington, D.C. In defense ofthe move from Chicago to Washington, D.C., it seemed at the time, the right and natural thing to do. It was near the magnificent Memorial in nearby Alexandria; the historic associations with the former home of George Washington at Mount Vernon; the seat of government that George Washington had helped found by Masonically laying the cornerstone of the Capitol building and, after all, Masons are no different from other tourists. They, too, liked to visit Washington, D.C., the nation's capital, and the seat of our government. From the very beginning, however, it was clearly understood that these conferences were a voluntary assembly of Masons, meeting informally, and expressing their individual views on the subjects discussed. Each conference was a distinct and separate assembly; it has no permanent existence or authority. Each conference expires on its adjournment, except for the machinery it sets up for the next meeting or a voluntary association of Grand Masters to meet, confer and learn from one another. The meetings are strictly "no host" insofar as each Grand Lodge contributes to a fund for defraying expenses. Contributions are predicated on the size of each Grand Lodge. It was clearly pointed out that "any action taken, by vote or otherwise, was not binding on any Grand Jurisdiction, but were merely for its information." In 1930 the Conference, again, stated its objectives by resolution. "Be it resolved, that it is not the thought, purpose, or intent of the Conference, now, or at any time in the future, to form any General Grand Lodge, or to form or promote any organization, or movement which will infringe in any way upon the sovereignty of any Grand Lodge." Who decides what subjects are to be discussed at the Conference? In the early Conferences the topics were selected by the Agenda Committee, but in later years they have been the result of a selection by the Grand Masters themselves. From a list of suggested subjects sent to the Deputy Grand Masters by the Executive Secretary, they themselves select about five (5) out of the list and these five are assigned to be presented at the next Conference. When, in 1938, the Conference decided to seat delegates from the Grand Lodge of Canada and welcomed delegates from Mexico and the Islands of the West Indies, a change in the title seemed to be in order. Thus, in 1946, the title was changed from the

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"Conference of Grand Masters of Masons in the United States" to a "Conference of Grand Masters of Masons in North America." Over the years the Grand Masters Conference has attracted delightful, well-informed Grand Masters and brothers from other countries. They have served as windows through which American Grand Masters could glimpse the activities and accomplishments of brother builders abroad, some of whom have had a bitter struggle "to make bricks out of straw" while they waged strenuous battle against uncompromising foe. In 1948 some "grumbles" about the excessive participation of Past Grand Masters were heard, which promoted a change in the rules. The make-up of the Conference Committee had evolved over the years from a "trial and error" procedure. In 1956 the Conference formally voted a change in its rules. The Conference Committee was to be composed of eight (8) members and the Executive Secretary, ex-officio; the eight (8) members being brothers "who will be Grand Masters during the Conference, whose program they prepare." And so it has remained. You may ask, who runs the Grand Masters Conference? It is run by the Conference Committee whose members are elected one year in advance while they are Deputy Grand Masters, the permanent Secretary ex-officio, along with the Chairman and ViceChairman of the Conference, who are elected at the opening of each annual Conference. It makes up into a surprising, smooth, well-run organization, loosely put together, but which may be revised or updated as necessity demands. The Grand Masters Conference during its years of existence has, for the most part, met in Washington, D.C. However, there were and are members who have felt that the Conference should meet outside of Washington, at least now and then. As mentioned before, they met in Kansas City in 1964. In 1976, the bicentennial year, they met in Philadelphia; Colorado Springs in 1979; Orlando, Florida in 1981; Dallas, Texas in 1983 and this year, 1984, in Seattle, Washington. Although they can change or alter their schedule from time to time - the plan that seems to be in favor now calls for one (1) year in Washington, D.C. and three (3) years away. Since 1927, when the Conference organized itself as "a continuing assemblage" it has had only six (6) elected Executive Secretaries. Each has been a "key" man in the Conference, because in his secretaryship lies the real continuity between the separate meetings. As he acquires experience and wisdom, he becomes not only more valuable, he becomes a working symbol of the past, the present, and the future progress of the Conference. For the first few years of the Conference the members were invited briefly to the White House by the President. The last invitation was by President Truman, a Past Grand Master of Missouri. This was replaced by the "Presidents Breakfast" which was conceived and sponsored by Frank S. Land, of DeMolay fame. Several of our presidents have appeared at this breakfast as well as many Senators, Congressmen, Supreme Court Justices and other prominent Masons from official Washington. When Frank S. Land died in 1959, this special social event was continued by the Imperial Council of the Shrine of North America (of which Frank S. Land was a Past Potentate) as a testimonial to Brother Land and to the International Order of DeMolay, which he founded and served as Executive Secretary for almost half a century. This breakfast continues today at the Annual Conference of Grand Masters. For many years the Grand Masters Banquet, held on the second evening of the Conference, was attended by Brother Masons only. In 1948 the banquet for the "first time was graced and colorfully enriched by the presence of the ladies." The banquet is a formal affair, with special entertainment, and usually a well-known speaker and on occasion followed by a dance. At the time the ladies were invited to the annual banquet another significant development occurred. The sitting Grand Masters invited Masons from their States who were members of Congress or in Federal Government and their ladies to the banquet. In this manner Grand Lodges were enabled to honor their distinguished Brothers in public life and help them to realize that Freemasonry is a potent force in our national existence. This year, 1984, the Conference was held in Seattle, Washington on February 20, 21,

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and 22. The theme of the Conference was: Freemasonry in the Twentieth Century. As is customary, a get-acquainted "Grand Masters Tea and Reception" was held on Sunday afternoon. The conference convened on Monday morning with opening formalities, election of a Chairman and Vice-Chairman, Executive Secretary, Conference Committee, Time and Place Committee and other necessary chores. At this point the Conference was ready for the "Keynote Address," something that was added in 1948. This year the "Keynoter" was Dr. Clair T. Blikre, Grand Master of North Dakota. As part of the Monday program the George Washington National Masonic Memorial Association met in the morning and the Masonic Service Association in the afternoon. In addition to the Grand Masters Banquet and the Shrine Frank Land DeMolay Breakfast, the Deputy Grand Masters and their ladies have a get-acquainted breakfast Monday morning. The Grand Secretaries have a banquet, for Masons only, on Monday night and then go into a two (2) day session of their own starting Tuesday morning. The Scottish Rite-Southern Jurisdiction have a luncheon for the Brothers present Wednesday noon. A separate program is provided for the ladies when they are not invited to accompany their husbands to the social programs. Although the format has changed from time to time, at this year's Conference, the Tuesday afternoon program resembled part of our own Grand Lodge program in that topics were assigned before-hand for discussion. The membership was divided into four (4) groups and the topics were: 1. RELATIONSHIP OF GRAND LODGE (To Concordant and Appendant bodies). 2. GRAND LODGE OPERATION (Various methods used). 3. MASONIC EDUCATION (For members and non-members). 4. EFFECTIVE PUBLIC RELATIONS (On Grand Lodge and Blue Lodge levels). These discussion groups had a Leader and a Reporter.

HAWAII CALIFORNIA: The Grand Secretary reports on a visit to the Lodges in Hawaii: Many years had elapsed since anyone from the Grand Secretary's Office had met with the Brethren of the Lodges in Hawaii. With the permission of the Grand Master, I journeyed there in late June accompanied by my wife, and during the seven days we spent on those gorgeous Islands, I held five separate meetings with the Inspectors, officers and interested Brothers. I cannot begin to express my appreciation for the kindnesses and hospitality accorded to us wherever we went. My particular thanks is extended to our newest Assistant Grand Lecturer, Brother Oswald J. B. Lau, who arranged my itinerary and scheduled the various meetings which were held on four of the Islands. I believe the person to person contact between the Brethren of Hawaii and their Grand Lodge Office to be most beneficial to all concerned in promoting that unity of purpose so characteristic of our Fraternity.

The Grand Lecturer also reported excellent results in the newly formed Division VII, which is Hawaii. This undoubtedly gives the brethren in the Islands a greater feeling of belonging, than they did before. We have heard little in recent years about the formation of a Grand Lodge of Hawaii. Most of the brethren favor a strong union with California, and recognize the benefits they receive from it. The Grand Lecturer said: The authority given at the last Communication to establish a new Division in this Jurisdiction has sparked a new wave of enthusiasm among our Island Brethren. This year has been used to make Division VII function in the same manner as our other six Divisions. The format is in place and functioning rather well under the very able

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direction and leadership of Assistant Grand Lecturer Oswald J. B. Lau. While there are still a few rough spots to work out, the accomplishment and desired result will take place in the not too distant future.

HISTORY OF A MISSOURI LODGE For many years the Grand Lodge through its various committees has tried to encourage lodges to prepare histories and to keep adequate minutes of all that they do. It has been said that in the beginning Masons were too busy making history to record it. Now that Masonry is becoming of age it is more concerned with the past. It is now setting down some of its history. The following is a historical paper prepared and given by W. Brother Foster R. Moore, a Past Master of Paulville Lodge No. 319. It is of special interest to this reviewer because as Grand Master he visited the lodge on July 7, 1961 and presented W. Brother Moore with a Grand Lodge Fifty-Year Pin. The presentation was followed by the reading of this paper by W. Brother Moore. As time piles up the years one finds himself in more or less of a retrospective mood. To me came the idea of reviewing the records of Paulville Lodge No. 319. I hope my findings will prove of interest to the brethren, and to others. I learned that my father, Joseph Marion Moore was a much better Mason than I, and I believe his record is worthy of mention. As a young man he came with his father from Wisconsin, and they acquired land just east of the present town of Gibbs in what was then known as the East Prairie Community. His first Masonic record was when he became a member of La Plata Lodge No. 237, in 1865. Paulville mentions his attendance Jan. 21, 1870, and serving as acting Senior Warden. Again, Aug. 17, 1872, he and David Begole were registered as visiting brethren from La Plata. Just ten years after his initiation at La Plata he affiliated with Paulville, Feb. 20, 1875. He was elected Worshipful Master Dec. 11, 1875, and re-elected in 1876- '77 and '78. Again as Worshipful Master in 1882-'83-'84 and '86. He served as secretary at various times and throughout the years gave instruction to many initiates. My father died Aug. 2, 1926, having been a Mason 61 years, and was buried in Brashear Cemetary with Masonic honors. Paulville Lodge U.D., was granted a dispensation from the Grand Lodge of St. Louis, dated May 6, 1869, empowering them to meet and work. This was presented to the charter members by William T. Baird, of Kirksville, District Deputy Grand Master June 14, 1869. Brother Baird was a prominent banker of Kirksville. The officers chosen at that time were Silas N. Holloway, W.M.; Lewis S. Musick, S.W.; Richard M. Brashear, J.W.; Charles Patterson, Sec.-Treas.; W. B. Keller, S.D.; D. C. Lord, J.D.; John L. Hickman, Tyler. The time of meeting was Friday on or after each full moon, which made it necessary to keep an eye on moon cycles, which vary from month to month. Paulville Lodge No. 319 was granted a charter Oct. 12, 1869, under which it has continued to operate. A committee was appointed April 27, 1872, to procure an altar. One wonders what they had been using up to that time. At the time the lodge was organized Paulville was a thriving little town, with four east and west streets and four north and south streets, and was serving east Adair county well. A stage line passed through the village from Kirksville to Edina and on east to serve the traveling public and carry the mail. Then came the railroad, the Quincy, Missouri & Pacific. Later is was popularly called the O. K., and still is - that is, what is left of it. There was a rather general exodus of citizens, houses and business buildings from Paulville, as Richard M. Brashear had laid out a plat for the new town and a railway station had been built. It was moving time down the valley of Hog Branch to the new site.

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It was voted Dec. 14, 1872, to remove the lodge to Brashear and to allow Mr. Cullison, who owned the building, to move the lodge hall. The first lodge meeting in Brashear was May 10, 1875. Later the lodge bought the Cullison building. The lodge formed a procession Jan. 1, 1875, and marched to the church (presumably the M. E. Church, South, which was moved from Paulville) for the public installation of officers. This was followed by an address by Judge E. V. Wilson, of Edina, and the lodge then marched to the R. F. Prince Hotel for dinner. A charge of 25Â˘ was made to those served, and the net proceeds of the dinner was $1.75. It seems the lodge was dissatisfied with its home, for Aug. 2, 1884, a motion was carried, that, provided the cost be not more than $500.00, a third-story lodge room be built atop the Academy Building then being erected by Prof.J. S. Bailey. The committee for this project was J. N. McCreery, W. C. Crawford, W. B. Keller and J. M. Moore. There was prompt action in this matter, for at the October 4 meeting it was decided to move to the new hall, and either sell or rent the previous quarters. The dedication was set for October 26, to be followed by a festival, J. M. Moore and W. B. Hopkins the committee in charge. The festival cleared $40.00 but the dedication was deferred to Dec. 17, under a session of the Grand Lodge. The dedication was by Andy Fisher of Edina, District Deputy Grand Master. A group of Hurdland members became disgruntled with affairs in general and presented a petition to the lodge Nov. 26, 1898, asking that they be granted a charter. The petition was referred to the Grand Lodge, and all matters were left to the trustees. There were no further meetings until Feb. 2, 1899, when the lodge was reopened with J. M. Moore as Worshipful Master. The dissident members were reproved, the work moved along smoothly, and again peace and harmony prevailed. The lodge assembled May 26, 1899, to bury Bro. John A. Clark, a pioneer Baptist minister. Quite prominent throughout North Missouri, and long a member of Paulville, Brother Clark was a preacher with rare abilities and held revival meetings with great success. As a fitting remembrance a four-page memoriam is preserved in the records of the lodge. At the meeting of June 14, 1913, Bro. Reuben F. Prince, 90 years old, was present. Brother Prince died Sept. 3. 1915, at 92 years, perhaps Paulville's oldest member. I was installed as Worshipful Master Jan. 15, 1916. From 1932 to 1937 I served as Secretary. I took up various other duties in the lodge throughout the years when called upon. I recall a funeral of years ago for a member at Brashear when the open lodge bible was carried on a sort of tray ahead of the lodge as we marched to the cemetery. That seemed to be a custom of those days. A recent article in the magazine The Freemason, describes a somewhat similar occasion at Fredericktown, in Madison county, when, and I quote, "the bearer of the Great Lights unceremoniously fell down and spilled the Great Lights all over Madison county. Many leaves of the bible were loose, there was a high wind, and the gospel was spread to the four quarters of the earth. The lodge charter, kept in the bible for safe keeping, was also blown away, but later recovered." Not until Oct. 30, 1933, did the lodge see fit to change its meeting night from moon time to the first Tuesday night of each month. But that friendly moon furnished an appreciated light to many a wayfaring member during the horse and buggy, horseback and foot-trudging nights. Paulville has had a number of homes aside from those already mentioned. Losing its home over the Academy, when that building was sold for conversion into the Christian Church, it met over the Easley store at the northeast corner of the square. Later, over another Easley store on the west side. Then over the State Bank of Brashear until removal to the Odd Fellow hall on the northwest corner of the square in Hurdland, Dec. 3, 1933. Since that building burned Paulville has continued with its good neighbors, the Odd Fellows, in their present quarters at the southwest corner of the square in Hurland.

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HOLY SAINTS JOHN TEXAS: We are indebted to the Grand Lodge of Texas, through the Texas Freemason Magazine, and to Brother Gregory A. Megill, Dixie Lodge No. 272. for this fine article on The Holy Saints John. Freemasonry has in its ritual a curious reference to the holy saints John ofJerusalem. The only real information we have on these two men comes from the Bible and the New Testament in particular. This is peculiar in that most Christian references have been deleted from Masonic ritual, yet this reference to these two New Testament characters remains. In order to be clear about which Johns we are talking about, it becomes necessary to mention the other Johns in the Bible from which they are to be distinguished. One is John the son of Zebedee. ThisJohn was a Galilean fisherman who with his brotherJames was a disciple ofJesus. Luke describes these two brothers as fishing partners with Peter and Andrew. Next there is John the beloved disciple, as he is called in John's Gospel. It is possible that this John is to be identified withJohn the son of Zebedee. He is mentioned four times in John's Gospel though he is omitted from the list of fishermen in the last chapter of John. There is also John the Elder who was the author of 2 John and 3 John and perhaps even 1John among the letters of the New Testament. He is not to be identified with the author ofJohn'S Gospel because in the Gospel there are thirty key words, closely related to the central ideas and constantly recurring, and these do not appear in 1,2, and 3John. There is also John the father of Peter. Matthew 16: 17 lists the name of Peter and Andrew's father. His home was at Bethsaida, to the north of the Sea of Galilee. He is sometimes called by the Greek form of his Hebrew name, Jonah. There is also John the relative of Ananias, former High Priest of the Jews. He is listed only once among the members of the high-priestly families within the Sanhedrin or Supreme Council of the Jews. Also Mark the gospel writer is sometimes called John Mark. There isJohn the Divine, author of the Book of Revelation. He is not the same as John the Evangelist. The underlying theology of his book together with the style of writing and the vocabulary make it highly unlikely that the same person could have written both John's Gospel and the Revelation. So, we have mentioned for purposes of elimination John the son of Zebedee, John the beloved disciple, John the Elder, John the father of Simon Peter, John the relative of Annas,John Mark the Evangelist, andJohn the Divine. We are left with the two who have made their mark on Freemasonry's ritual. Lodges in America follow the practice of lodges in Scotland and are said to be dedicated to the Holy SaintsJohn ofJerusalem. The first reference to theseJohns was, in America, in Webb's Monitor of 1797. Lodges in England under the United Grand Lodge are dedicated to King Solomon. This change in ritual occurred at the merger of the Moderns and the Ancients in 1813, when much overtly Christian ritual was modified or deleted. Back in early Masonic ritualistic history the first legendary lodge was reported to be St. John'S Lodge, a lodge located in Jerusalem and dedicated to John the Baptizer. In other rituals John the Evangelist or Gospel Writer was substituted. Some confusion then arose as to which John was really being referred to and thus both Johns came to be adopted for ritualistic use and lodges came to be dedicated to the Holy Saints John. After the formation of the first Grand Lodge in 1717 it became customary for festivals to be held on either of the Sts.John days. June 24th and December 27th used to be pagan festivals timed to coincide with the summer solstice and the winter solstice. Christendom adopted the dates for these festivals and turned the festivals from fertility rites to more

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traditional Christian religious celebrations honoring John the Baptizer in the case of June 24th and John the Evangelist for December 27th. It is strange that in a fraternity so dependent upon symbols from the building trade that Thomas the patron saint of architecture and building was not chosen for use in Masonic ritual. But we need to realize that neither John the Baptizer nor John the Evangelist can be said to be in any way connected historically with Freemasonry in the sense of Freemasonry having been in some form in existence during the first century A.D. Some fanciful legend survives proclaiming that John the Evangelist somehow became a "Grand Master" at the age of 90! Freemasonry as we know did not exist during his lifetime. Its existence does not go that far back in history! It is noteworthy that the first Grand Lodge was formed at a meeting on John the Baptist feast day, June 24th. In early Freemasonry the custom was widespread for Masons to attend church as a group onJohn the Baptizer orJohn the Evangelist Day. We see little or none of this in America today. In our ritual the Holy Saints John are associated with the symbol of the point within a circle. The Webb-Preston work expresses it thusly: Lodges were anciently dedicated to King Solomon, as it is said that he was our first Most Excellent Grand Master. Lodges at the present time are dedicated to Saint John the Baptist and Saint John the Evangelist, who were two eminent patrons of Masonry; and since their time there is, or should be, represented in every regular lodge a certain point within a circle - the point representing an individual brother, and the circle the boundary line of his conduct, beyond which he should never suffer his passions, his prejudices, or his interests to betray him. The circle is supported by two perpendicular parallel lines, representing Saint John the Baptist and SaintJohn the Evangelist, and on its top rest the Holy Writings. In tracing its circumference we necessarily touch upon the parallel lines and also upon the Holy Bible; and while a Mason keeps himself thus circumscribed, it is impossible that he can materially err. It is strange that these two Johns are referred to as eminent patrons of Masonry, since Freemasonry did not exist during their lifetime. It is also strange that the two lines are referred to as "perpendicular parallel" lines. Those two terms are usually thought of as mutually exclusive. Notice also that the first John is referred to as the "Baptist" whereas today he is most frequently called the "Baptizer" to distinguish him from any Christian denominational affiliation. John the Baptizer was the cousin of Jesus; he was also the forerunner of Jesus. He conducted his ministry in the wilderness and as a herald proclaimed the coming of the Messiah. His food was unusual in part -locusts and wild honey. Most of us would not like the thought of eating bugs! John the Baptizer stressed a baptism with water to facilitate a remission of sins. John recognized Jesus at the River Jordon and baptized him and referred to him as "Lamb of God." He referred to Jesus as one greater than himself. Herod Antipas imprisoned this John and executed him about the year 30 A.D. John the Evangelist may not have been John the son of Zebedee, although the Gospel of John'S authority is said to derive from that of John the son of Zebedee or John the beloved disciple (which two we have seen are most likely identical). Most modern scholars think that the Gospel ofJohn was written by a disciple ofJohn the son of Zebedee who had great respect for John the beloved disciple. In any caseJohn's Gospel does more than chronicle events in the way that Matthew, Mark, and Luke do. He sermonizes on these events and tries to show the spiritual nature of the events in the life and ministry ofJesus. There has been some question among modern Masonic scholars as to whether continued use of the Holy Saints John in Masonic ritual is appropriate. Henry Wilson Coil says of them and of the point within a circleWith each reworking or revision, this symbol seems to have become more obscure as to its meaning, but in the United States, it is an inappropriate Christian emblem in Craft Masonry. (p. 479, Coil's Encyclopedia)

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Appropriate or inappropriate, whenever we gather on one of the Feast Days of the Saints John, we can feel a kinship to those Masons who from 1717 on have celebrated Masonically on one of those days. The Texas Freemason - Summer 1985

IRAN We have heard much about what happened to Freemasonry in Iran when the new authority came to power. The Shaw was an active Mason, and there were many followers in Iran. However, the members scattered and now there is no Grand Lodge. The Commission on Information and Recognition keeps all Grand Lodges informed as to progress, or the lack of it. The following was reported to the Grand Lodge of Wisconsin, which is typical of reports in other Grand Lodges. Obviously, with a Grand Master in Texas part of the year and the other part in France, and a Grand Secretary in New York, the Grand Lodge of Iran cannot function as a proper Grand Lodge should. The Wisconsin report stated: Following the revolution in Iran, most of the Iranian Masons left Iran. Many Iranian Masons have affiliated with the Lodges in the United States and Canada by verifying their membership through the Commission on Information for Recognition. A group of Iranian Masons met in New York in December of 1983 and elected a new Grand Master. He lives part of the year in Texas and part of the year in France. A new Grand Secretary who lives in New York was also elected. He has offered to verify membership of Iranian Masons desiring to affiliate with Lodges in the United States. It appears that the new Grand Master and new Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of Iran have issued assurances that they do not intend to constitute Lodges or confer degrees.

LEADERSHIP MINNESOTA: Leadership has long been recognized as the prime objective of all Masonic Lodges. Without proper leadership a lodge cannot progress as it should. Without leadership a Lodge will eventually die. The Grand Lodge of Minnesota has a Committee on Leadership. The Committee said in its report to the Grand Lodge: The job of Master in a Masonic Lodge is the key position and requires setting a standard of excellence in how the Lodge is to be operated. If the Master is assertive and feels good degree work is important, it will happen and the workers will respond. It doesn't just happen but requires work and effort to meet the established standard that is expected. The same goes for the entire program since the officers will respond to the goals set by the leadership. On the converse if the goals are not set and the expectations voiced, failure may be just as certain. Minnesota has a unique program of Masonic leadership training consisting of two schools for our officers and members. One, the Deacons and Stewards School is a course in basic Masonic knowledge to make ajunior officer or any Mason better informed about the Masonic Fraternity. The second, the Masters and Wardens School, is classified as the management school. It is designed to help the senior officers prepare themselves to run the Lodge. The planning cycle is continuous and a warden must be preparing himself to be a Master. The Master must also be consistent in his efforts to plan and execute the ongoing calendar and then evaluate the successes and failures with the other officers. Finally, the Master must be in a constant state of preparation of his successor so the organization will continue to progress.

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LIBRARIES IOWA: There are many fine Masonic Libraries around the country, but none to compare with the great Masonic Library of the Grand Lodge of Iowa in Cedar Rapids. The imposing structure houses not only the library, but also the offices of the Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of Iowa. It is the nerve center of the Grand Lodge. In his report to the Grand Lodge Grand Secretary and Librarian Tom Eggleston gave the following interesting statistics: From June 1, 1983 to June 1, 1984, patronage of the Library has increased considerably. There were a total of 497 patrons who visited our Library to do research in person. There were 640 books checked out for loan during the year, most of which were handled through the mail. Over 100 reels of microfilm were also loaned. There was a combined total of 370 requests received by letter and telephone. While the majority of the books loaned through the mail were to Masons, the patrons visiting the Library for reserach mostly represented the general public. Geneology research and our Iowa collection still remain one of our strongest areas with our patrons (after Masonry!). We encourage Masons to visit our Library and we have noted greatly increased participation from Masons throughout the State. This year also proved to be a first for the number of tours and visitors. The Grand Lodge Staff conducted a total of 268 tours throughout the year with a phenomenal, record-setting 1,700 visitors registered. Thirty-six states that make up this great Nation were represented by visitors to the Library as well as many from foreign GrandJurisdictions in Sweden, France, Denmark, Australia, Africa, and the Canadian Provinces of Ontario and New Brunswick. During the year, we have continued to collect both Masonic and general publications of interest. We have added a total of 161 new books to our collection. However, we accessioned a total of 200 books to be placed on our shelves.

OREGON: The Grand Lodge of Oregon heard this report from its Library and Museum Committee: I am pleased to be able to report that the Library and Museum have continued to be in use this year above the Grand Lodge office in Forest Grove. Although our facilities are not used by enough people, those that have used them usually go home with more information about our time honored fraternity. This year we had a special request from the Washington County Historical Society to loan them items from our Museum pertaining to George Washington for a display they presented to the public. These items were seen not only by hundreds of people but a large article appeared in a local paper on that display. Our library is used occasionally by members of the Fraternity, Home members and this year by a college student researching our organization. As the museum is now sharing space with the Masonic Villa, Inc. office both the museum and Library have been exposed to more visitors. Our facility is open during the business hours of the Grand Lodge office, and I would invite all members of the craft to come for a visit, or write for a book request, as we will be happy to mail books to lodge members. We look forward to the completion of Masonic Villa Inc. and anticipate residents there as well as the Masonic and Eastern Star Home to use our facilities. I wish to thank you, Most Worshipful Grand Master for allowing us to serve you this past year.

LIFE MEMBERSHIP MICHIGAN: Michigan started a life membership program in 1981. It was reported that the program was unworkable. Distributions can only be made from income, and therefore many of the participants would not receive the

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amount of their dues. There also are no provisions in the plan for increased dues, and therefore in any lodge, two different members may end up paying different dues, which is contrary to Michigan law. At a meeting of the Board of Directors on April 16, it was decided that I would declare a moratorium on the plan and order the Grand Secretary to return all monies received since November 1, 1983, to the individuals who have submitted their applications since that date. All such sums to be returned with the interest at the rate of 5 V.. % (passbook savings). During the moratorium, the Board of Directors, with the assistance of professional help, will study the plan and recommend a course of action at the 1985 Annual Communication. The course of action may be dropping the plan, or making the necessary revisions to make it workable. This moratorium has the unanimous approval of the Board of Directors, and they are prepared to act.

It is our considered opinion that life memberships, as such, can work, if the fee is sufficient to cover not only the dues of the present, but for the forseeable future. Most are based on far too Iowa figure at present, and do not allow for increases in dues which must surely come. We think Michigan was wise to halt all efforts to keep alive the system they had, because it was not workable. NORTH DAKOTA: The Grand Lodge of North Dakota received a six page amendment that would put into effect a "Grand Lodge Paid Up Membership Fund." The prepaid membership would be based on a lodge's dues structure, age of the members and a corresponding factor to determine the amount it would cost him. The proponents tried to consider every eventuality that might arise. It appears a bit complicated, and as such may not sell too well. As one advocate of Life Membership said, "keep it simple, and it will sell." We believe this is the answer. VERMONT: The Grand Lodge of Vermont launched an entirely different Life Membership plan. It concerns itself only with Grand Lodge Per Capita. The lodges do not participate in it at all. LIFE MEMBERSHIP PLAN -

GRAND LODGE PER CAPITA TAX

Brothers: Past Grand Master McDonald, being aware of the rapid increase in the operating expenses of the Grand Lodge recommended, in his address to the Grand Lodge at its Annual Communication in June 1978 that the Grand Lodge Committee on Finance study the feasibility of permitting a Brother to make a onetime voluntary payment of $100.00 to cover his annual Grand Lodge Per Capita Tax. The funds so received would be used to create a Permanent Fund, the earnings from which would be used to defray the expenses of the Grand Lodge. His recommendation was referred to the Grand Lodge Committees on Finance and Masonic Jurisprudence. These committees approved the plan and recommended the adoption of the voluntary plan and its implementation. Their recommendations were approved by a vote of Grand Lodge. Past Grand Master Eurich, likewise, being aware of the ever-increasing expenses in the operations of the Grand Lodge, in his address to the Grand Lodge at its Annual Communication in 1983 recommended that the Grand Lodge Trustees through various means of communication encourage the Brothers to enroll in the plan, as one way of building a Permanent Fund of sufficient amount whose income ONLY in future years would aid in the general operating expenses of the Grand Lodge. Our Grand Master, acting upon Past Grand Master Eurich's recommendation, appointed a special committee consisting of the Brothers whose names are affixed to this appeal. He charged the committee with the task of finding ways to encourage Brothers to

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participate in the $100.00 Life Membership in lieu of their Grand Lodge Per Capita Tax. Hence this background history of the plan and our urgent appeal to the Brothers to enroll in the plan. Since the inception of this worthwhile program, only 48 Brothers out of a total membership of the Lodges in Vermont of 12,172 members have enrolled in the Life Membership Plan. To those Brothers we extend our heartfelt thanks. Your Committee feels that the reason why many Brothers have not participated may be that they were unaware of the plan and the needs for the same. Brothers, let's face it, $100.00 is not the large sum that it was a few years ago. Further it is not like a Brother was making an outright donation to the plan - it is simply an advance payment on something he will eventually pay. Many of the subordinate Lodges do remit the Lodge Dues ofqualified Brothers; but in some cases the Grand Lodge Per Capita Tax is not remitted. To these Brothers it would be a way of not having to worry about any dues at all. Again this Life Membership covering the Per Capita Tax is something which all members should be interested in because sooner or later the returns will exceed the initial outlay. Last but not least the Brothers who enroll in the plan will have the self-satisfaction of knowing that they have done their part in creating the needed additional revenues to cover the general operation expenses of their Grand Lodge. Can the Grand Lodge count on your support??? We think the answer will be "Yes." If so just fill out the attached form and mail it or give it to our Grand Secretary. Respectfully Submitted CEDRIC L. SMITH, Chairman DA VID R. COATES BRl:CE H. CRAM EDWARD

WILDBLOOD, JR.

R. McDoNALD, JR., Grand Secretary Grand Lodge of Vermont, F. & A.M. P.O. Box 443 Burlington, VT 05402 ERNEST

Count me in. I want to do my part. I am enclosing herewith my $100.00 for enrollment in the onetime voluntary payment of my Grand Lodge Per Capita Tax. Please furnish me with the details covering the operation of the Plan. MAILING ADDRESS (Name) (Lodge Name and Number) (Date) (PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT THE INFORMATION ABOVE)

LODGE AND O.E.S. NOT TO MEET ON SAME NIGHT WEST VIRGINIA: It appeared to the Grand Master of West Virginia that one of his Lodges was being crowded out of its own Lodge Hall. He reported the following findings and his actions as a result thereof: On my visitation to Iaeger Lodge No. 148, on Tuesday evening, April 20, 1984, I found the Brethren conducting a Stated Communication of the Lodge on the first floor of the building in a room which is also used as the dining room, while at the same time the Order Of The Eastern Star was meeting in the Lodge Room located on the second floor.

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I was given the understanding this condition has existed for approximately 2 years. Prior to that time the Lodge had held its meetings on the second floor. Lodges are dedicated to Ancient Craft Masonry, it is therefore my order the Brethren of Iaeger Lodge No. 148, move back into the Lodge Room located on the second floor to their meetings and the Order Of The Eastern Star be denied permission to meet on the same date the Lodge meets. This takes effect immediately. Any violation of this directive will be the subject of discipline by the Grand Master. I further direct that this communication be read in full and copied into the minutes of Iaeger Lodge No. 148, at the next Stated Communication following its receipt. Given under my hand and the Seal of the Grand Master in the State of West Virginia at the Town of Belle, this 22nd day of April A.D. 1984 A.L. 5984 and in the One Hundred and Twentieth year of the Grand Lodge.

MASONIC ALL-STATE BAND KANSAS: The Masonic Foundation, Inc., reported to the Grand Lodge of Kansas on the results of an effort to have a Kansas Masonic All-State Band: KANSAS HIGH SCHOOL MASONIC ALL-STATE BAND

We're most excited about the newest activity of the Kansas Masonic Foundation, the Kansas High School Masonic All-State Band. In August the five-day band camp was held at Kansas State University. Sixty-six lodges, one Shrine unit and several other individuals sponsored 91 high school juniors and sophomores to participate in the first Masonic All-State Band. The band worked hard and were an important addition to the Kansas Shrine All-Star Football Game. The Band led the Shrine Bowl parade through downtown Manhattan and presented a half-time performance at the Shrine Bowl Game in addition to participating in the Game's opening ceremonies and in a post-game performance. I know it is safe to say that everyone is enthused about the Masonic All-State Band, including the sponsoring Blue Lodges and the students and their parents. Certainly all Kansas Masons can look forward to this Band's potential for growth and for presenting a positive image for Masonry in our communities and schools. This summer the Band follows the Shrine Bowl Game to Wichita and Wichita State University. We hope you will continue to support the Band by sponsoring students. If your Lodge did not sponsor a student last year, please take the opportunity to visit with a Lodge which did. I am sure they can enthusiastically tell you about the positive experience they had.

MASONIC BODIES RECOGNIZED RHODE ISLAND: The Grand Lodge of Rhode Island officially recognized the following as Masonic organizations: The Ancient Arabic Order, Nobles of the Mystic Shrine The Mystic Order of Veiled Prophets of the Enchanted Realm The Tall Cedars of Lebanon

VERMONT: The Grand Master of Vermont recommended that Mt. Sinai Temple No.3 Ancient Arabic Order Nobles of the Mystic Shrine be extended recognition as, "Other Masonic Organization."

MASONIC DATES Many times we are asked for Masonic dates, and the rules for them. Here they are again:

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Ancient Craft Masons commence their era with the creation of the world, calling it ANNO LUCIS (A.L.) "in the year of light." Royal Arch Masons date from the year the second temple was commenced by Zerubbabel, ANNO INVENTION IS (A.I.) "in the year of the discovery." Royal and Select Masters date from the year in which the Temple of Solomon was completed, ANNO DEPOSITION IS (A. Dep.) "in the year of deposit." Knights Templar commence their era with the organization of their order, ANNO ORDINIS (A.a.) "in the year of the order." Order of High Priesthood dates from the year of the blessing of Abraham by the high Priest Melchizedek, ANNO BONEFACIO (A.B.) "in the year of the blessing." Scottish Rite, same as Ancient Craft, except the Jewish chronology is used ANNO MUNDI (A.M.) "in the year of the world." RULES FOR MASONIC DATES

Ancient Craft MasonsAdd 4000 years to the common era. Thus: 1984 and 4000 - 5984. Royal ArchAdd 530 years to the vulgar year. Thus: 1984 and 530 - 2514. Royal and Select Masons Add 1000 years to the common era. Thus: 1984 and 1000 - 2984. Knights TemplarFrom the Christian era take 1118. Thus 1118 from 1984 - 866. Order of High Priesthood To the Christian era add 1913 the year of Blessing. Thus: 1984 and 1913 - 3897. Scottish Rite Add 3760 years to common year. Thus: 1984 and 3760 - 5744. After September add another year.

MASONIC HOMES GEORGIA: The following is a portion of the report of the Masonic Home Endowment Fund Committee to the Grand Lodge of Georgia: There is a general building of excitement around the State that is being observed not only by your Committee but the Brethren also. For this we are grateful and feel that this excitement will carry the Endowment Fund to its goal and more during the next Grand Lodge year. Your Committee members have traveled the total State and when called upon by any Lodge they have gone the extra mile to carry the message of our Home to the members. While we are all disappointed that this year did not produce the goal of Five Million Dollars, we are elated at raising $546,698. 13 which bring the total fund to $4,166,655.82.

IOWA: The Grand Lodge of Iowa re-dedicated a remodeled wing of the Iowa Masonic Nursing Home at Bettendorf. The entire ceremony and tour of the facility required one hour and fifteen minutes. The Grand Master said: OnJune 30, 1984, the newly remodeled wing of the Iowa Masonic Nursing Home was formally re-dedicated. Grand Lodge was opened at 1 p.m. in the Temple of Hamilton Lodge No. 664 and the Ceremony was conducted at 2 p.m. in the shade of the trees with the lodge room setting flanked by the two wings of the Home.

LOUISIANA: The Grand Lodge of Louisiana received a report from the Trustees of the Masonic Home for Children at Alexandria. The report revealed that there were some thirty-eight children under their care. Five were graduated from high school this past year and are now either in college or in

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approved trade schools. There were 22 boys and 16 girls living in six different groups on the campus. The Home has a net worth of $1,165,000.00 and has operated on about $300,000.00. There is over $600,000.00 in the Endowment Fund. MINNESOTA: The structure of the Masonic Home of Minnesota may be of interest to some of our readers. The report of the President and Administrator to the Grand Lodge of Minnesota details its method of operation and many of its accomplishments: The Grand Lodge of Minnesota authorized the creation of Minnesota Masonic Home as a separate corporation in 1906 "to meet those claims of charity which cannot be met in the ordinary way by help in private homes; that charity which Masonry has always inculcated and declared as the great duty of man." The corporate structure of the Home consists of memberships rather than of stockholders. Currently there are 292 memberships consisting of the Grand Lodge, the 238 Blue Lodges and 53 other Masonic relationships including the Grand Chapter Order of the Eastern Star and 23 subordinate Chapters. The management of the Home is vested in a Board of thirteen Trustees consisting of the Grand Master, during his term of office, and eight Trustees elected by the Grand Lodge and four Trustees elected by the members of this corporation, one of whom is nominated by the Grand Chapter Order of the Eastern Star of Minnesota. This gives the Grand Lodge control of the Home. The Trustees are elected for three-year terms and cannot serve more than four consecutive turns. As of December 31, 1983, there were 277 residents in the Home; 80 men and 197 women, including 27 married couples. Of this number, 143 resided in the Main Lodge and 134 in the Care Center. The average age was 85.32 years and the average length of residency was 5.33 years. Presently, space is immediately available for admission to the Main Lodge, but there is approximately an eight-month waiting period for any new admission to the Care Center. It is apparent that individuals delay making decisions to seek admission to the Home until they are in need of skilled nursing care. Main Lodge residents have preferential admission to the Care Center. Therefore, we encourage anyone considering applying for admission not to wait until they require skilled nursing care. The "Statement of Operating Fund Revenues and Expenses" demonstrates that the Home is a fairly substantial organization. Using approximate figures for 1983, the operating revenue was 4.8 million dollars; operating expenses were 5.1 million dollars or $14,000 per day; resulting in a net operating loss of$242,000. This requires explanation. Three-fifths or 3 million dollars of our revenue represents Medicaid benefits received on behalf of 78 percent of our residents who are without funds, except for limited income from Social Security, pensions and the like. We, therefore, participate in the Medicaid program and the Department of Welfare establishes the rates we must charge residents and requires the same rate for both private pay and Medicaid recipients. The 1983 daily rates were $33.34 in the Main Lodge and $65.57 in the Care Center. Our actual cost is 2.48 percent greater than what we are allowed to charge because, although there have been reductions in the Medicaid program, we have not cut back on the quality of our care. Fortunately, the net operating loss was covered by non-operating revenue. It would be ideal if we could provide care for our residents without any government support, but our endowment funds are insufficient to generate enough income to replace the benefits received under the Medicaid program. Regardless of whether or not benefits are received through the Medicaid program, the operation of the Home is subject to voluminous rules and regulations imposed by approximately 25 city, county, state and Federal agencies and regulatory bodies. Resultantly, close attention must be given to all these areas because any change in regulations or in the Home's circumstances could dictate modification of the Home's practices and procedures.

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During 1983, consulting with retained attorneys and certified public accountants, we made an extensive review of the Home's tax exemption status under the Internal Revenue Code and the Home's relationship with the Department of Welfare. It was concluded that it was important that we segregate the endowment fund or investment portfolio of the Home into a separate corporation. Contributions to the Home will then go into the new corporation and such contributions and the income from investments would be excluded from the operation of the Home and eliminated from formula tests for continuing our tax exemption and Medicaid benefits for our residents qualified under that program. At a special meeting of the Home on October 15, 1983, the corporate membership authorized the Trustees to remove and place the assets of the Home's investment portfolio in Minnesota Masonic Home Endowment, a corporation to function and operate under the control of the Home. The new corporation was formed but is not presently functioning, nor have the assets been transferred because a ruling has not yet been obtained from the Internal Revenue Service. State and Federal authorities are struggling with budgets, and of great concern are the escalating costs of programs for the elderly. They are looking for alternative ways of providing care at less cost. Their decisions will affect hospitals, nursing homes and retirement homes all over the United States. What is the trend? How will our Home be affected? If the direction is for "in-home" services, how would this affect the Main Lodge census? We would like to renovate and improve those quarters but what will be the future occupancy? Should the Care Center be expanded because ofthe demand for that type of care? Would we be permitted to expand the Care Center? We are not certain we would. Should the Home get involved in outpatient services? Those are some of the concerns created by government involvement and our compelling desire to continue providing quality care. We must embark on a planning process that will encompass a thorough examination of the needs of the Fraternity and the Order as well as the Home's facilities, services and programs. We are also concerned with the declining and aging membership in the Fraternity. Will our declining membership diminish the need for our Masonic Home? Will it be necessary to consider providing care for people not involved with the Fraternity? Our objective is to preserve the Home's heritage while meeting the challenges of today and tomorrow. It has served us well and we are proud of what we are. The Home enjoys a reputation of providing the highest quality care which was achieved and is maintained by a competent staff, a supportive Fraternity and related bodies, devoted volunteers and dedicated Trustees with whom we are proud to be associated. As of today, two such Trustees, M.W.B. Mortimer B. Miley and M.W.B. William W. Widstrand, have fulfilled the terms permissible as Trustees. Their successors will be elected by the Grand Lodge during this Annual Communication. How do we acknowledge their contributions over the years? Invaluable, yes - but perhaps they could each be more accurately described as being altruistic - having unselfish concern for the welfare of others. We know that these two dedicated Brothers will continue workingjust as hard for the good of the Craft as they did for the residents of the Masonic Home while serving as Trustees. We will miss them. We who endeavor to perpetuate this effort appreciate that among the accomplishments of Masonry in Minnesota is the building and development of the Minnesota Masonic Home. From the purchase of a farm on the Minnesota River in Bloomington in 1918 has evolved a retirement community and skilled nursing home that Masons and visitors from all parts of the country have pronounced as one of the finest in the land. The Masonic Home is your Home: and you should take great pride in it.

MONTANA: Masonic Homes do not always operate smoothly. The Grand Lodge of Montana heard this report form the Trustees of its Masonic Home: As President, I had intended to devote my remarks to an overview of the current endeavors of the Board of Trustees. However, in view of the fact that nine of the guests

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of the Home have apparently sent a letter to every Masonic Lodge in Montana concerning the Home operation, I felt it important to address this specific letter. About a month after the mother-in-law of one of the supervisory personnel at the Home moved into the Home as a per-diem resident, the Board of Trustees began getting complaints about the operation of the Home and, more specifically, about the Superintendent. After receiving the first complaints, members of the Board made a special trip to the Home to discuss these complaints with the guests involved. We also met with the Superintendent and the Assistant Superintendent. Following this meeting, the Trustees directed the Superintendent to terminate the employment of two employees, which apparently resolved one complaint. Among the main complaints were the meals at the Home. The Trustees reviewed the menus and discussed the meals with the Superintendent. Apparently the meal complaints have been satisfied, as they are not mentioned in the Letter ofJune 10, which was sent to the Lodges. The Trustees have been diligently working to try to respond to the complaints, but, apparently, our efforts are not accepted by the persons complaining and the complaints continue. This discourages and distresses the Trustees. In fact, the Trustees met with two Past Masters of a Helena Lodge on June 11, who appeared on behalf of the complainants, to discuss the complaints with them and to explain what the Trustees had done and were doing about these complaints. The Trustees did not know that, at the time we were discussing the complaints with the Past Masters representing the complainants, the complainants had already drafted a letter to all of the lodges, which they sent. As can be seen by the letter, and was finally stated by one of the Past Masters representing the complainants at the meeting, the goal of the complainants is to accomplish either the termination or resignation of the Superintendent. It appears to me, although not stated, that the complainants are promoting the appointment of the former Assistant Superintendent as the Superintendent if they should be successful in driving Mrs. LaRock out. I, personally (and I am not speaking necessarily for the remainder of the Board), take strong exception to some of the statements made in the letter sent to the lodges. First, no Board member has ever consciously given the complainants the impression he thinks of the complainants as being senile and not capable of knowing what is going on. To the contrary, every Board member has done his utmost to listen to the specific complaints about which something can be done and to respond to them. Secondly, I take exception to the allegation in the letter that the manner in which the dismissal of the Assistant Superintendent was accomplished was not like actions of good Brother Masons. The fact is that the position of Assistant Superintendent was eliminated - no more, no less. The Assistant Superintendent was given one month's pay after his termination. I believe he is also eligible for and has applied for unemployment compensation. I know of no Masonic precept that guarantees any member of the Fraternity a paid position for life. The next item, which I most strongly take exception to, is the attack, in the letter, upon the integrity and sincerity of the Superintendent, Margaret LaRock. I am finishing my fourth year as a Trustee of the Masonic Home of Montana. During that period of time, I have had no reason to doubt either the integrity, sincerity or dedication of Margaret LaRock. I still have no reason to do so, in spite of the continued complaints of9 out of the 47 guests of the Home, all 9 of whom have entered the Home since June of 1981. And finally, I do not believe the statement that many more guests of the Home agree with the contents of this letter, but are reluctant to sign, for fear of repercussions that might follow. This fear, if it exists, is completely unfounded and can only exist if promoted by persons who wish it to exist. I have repeatedly requested that instances of retaliation be immediately reported to me or the other Board members and no one has come forth with any valid instance of retaliation. I am sorry that my report had to be devoted to a response to the letter sent to the

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lodges, but I thought that it was essential under the circumstances that I give you my views of the situation. The Board is dedicated to making the Home a pleasant, comfortable Home for the guests. However, this requires the cooperation and good faith efforts of everyone - the Board, the employees, the guests and every member of the Fraternity. Thank you for the opportunity to bring my views to your attention. I am sure every Board member in attendance would be happy to discuss further with anyone of you here, anything about the Masonic Home of Montana, including the matters contained in the written report. I move the acceptance of this report.

INDIANA: The Indiana Benevolence Program Chairman included the following in his report to the Grand Lodge: Of course, it is essential that Indiana Freemasonry maintain a balanced activity program. It is the objective of our respected fraternity to balance the efforts along the lines of quality membership, exacting ritual, retaining time-proven principles and meaningful education. We must endeavor to improve ourselves in Masonry, while at the same time not neglect any of our responsibilities. Our Foundation is proud to be a part of this superior blend of fellowship and responsibility. We have all taken a solemn obligation to help, aid, and assist, poor distressed Brothers, their widows and orphans. It is more common that distress will come in our twilight years rather than in the days of our youth. Therefore, the Masonic Home was founded in 1916 as a residential facility for the care of our elderly Brethren and ladies in need. It was a logical way of fulfilling that obligation. There are other forms of Masonic charity, and they are good, but none is more important than The Indiana Masonic Home. It is our pride and joy. It belongs to us and it is our solemn responsibility. Currently we have 545 elderly Masons, their wives, widows and ladies of the Eastern Star at the Home in Franklin. The annual operating budget has increased over the years and has now reached eight million dollars. The annual per capita from our membership provides less than 15 percent of this cost. Therefore, our Benevolent Program was developed to give us the additional financial support essential for the Home's survival. The present goal is a realistic figure representing the funds needed to accomplish our several purposes. Some of these funds are channelled into capital improvements and expansion, while others go directly into current operation. Growth in the permanent endowment is of great importance since income from these investments is used in the Home's operations. It is a pleasure to report that the cumulative total of gifts, pledges and known deferred commitments from all sources is now approximately eighteen million dollars. During the last four years we have proven that our goals are realistic and that they will be fulfilled by the end of this century.

MASONIC ROUND TABLE MINNESOTA: The Committee on Masonic Education reported the following to the Grand Lodge as a portion of its report. We think it contains some real worthy thoughts: What is a Mason? What do Masons do? How can I become a Mason? Three simple questions about Masonry. Most Masons have no trouble answering the third question. However, the first two are the ones that are asked most often and unfortunately they are the hardest to answer. To help provide these answers the committee started a monthly column, titled Have You Considered, in the Minnesota Mason. The column presents brief factual articles about Masonry. These articles will be used to prepare a "Pocket Guide to Minnesota Masonry," which will be a more permanent reference source. New Masons are advised" ... that you may improve in Masonic knowledge, you are to

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converse with well-informed brethren...." In order to provide the opportunity for these conversations, the Area Masonic Round Table program was started. A group of20 to 30 Masons, about half of them being "new" and the others being "well-informed," meet for lunch or dinner. Following the meal, a moderator leads the group in a two hour discussion of a chosen area of Masonic knowledge. The discussion is guided by questions asked by either the moderator or the new Masons. Everyone present is encouraged to answer or discuss all of the questions. Two very successful meetings held in District 5 have served as the prototypes for this program and we plan to extend the program into the rest of the state.

MASONIC SERVICE ASSOCIATION VERMONT: The report of the Committee for the Handicapped to the Grand Lodge of Vermont praised the work of the M.S.A. and told of its own hopes and aspirations: Brethren, through the excellent assistance of Bro. Tom Dougherty, Director of Hospital Visitation at the Masonic Service Association, our Grand Lodge Committee for the Handicapped has received about 500 metal shoe horns which we had needed to make some of the eating utensils for handicapped persons. The shoe horns came from many generous Masons living in nine different states. A Brother Mason in Rutland supplies us with all of the stainless steel rings which are used to make certain other eating utensils. Three more Brother Masons in the Rutland Area assist Broth~r Al Smith and myselfin soldering the rings and shoe horns onto the basic eating utensils and performing the cleaning, buffing and plating of the finished utensils. Our Committee has been very fortunate in receiving monetary assistance from two sources during the past few months. The proceeds from the Fourth Masonic District Golf Tournament (approx. $150) was given to the committee last September. The Past Masters Association of the Fourth Masonic District gave the committee $100 last April. Thus far, most of the labor and materials for our operation have been donated, with the exception of the silver solder, flux, and gas for the soldering process. Our Committee feels that it is now quite well organized for production and is anxious to be of assistance to handicapped persons who would love to feed themselves if they were furnished with specialized eating utensils. We have two remaining important needs and we hereby appeal to all of you for help: 1. We have only a small supply of basic stainless steel eating utensils - knives, forks, and spoons; if you locate any, please find some way to get them to Brother Al Smith or myself - if you need any help in sending them to us, enlist the help of your Master or District Deputy. 2. We need a lot of help in finding who needs specialized eating utensils, what kind of handicap each person has, and where he or she resides. We know that there must be many people in our state who we can help, but where are they? Please show that you do care, and please use your ingenuity to help us find them - spread the word - be on the lookout, talk to your relatives, friends, visiting nurses, physical therapists, doctors, nurses, social services people, nursing home administrators, etc. With your concerned assistance, brethren, we can get this humanitarian effort off the ground.

THE MASONIC TRINITY MINNESOTA: At the Annual Banquet of the Grand Lodge of Minnesota Right Worshipful Brother Duane E. Anderson, Grand Orator gave the following inspirational address: First, Grand Master, I would like to wish for you, your officers, and members, and the distinguished Masons from other Masonicjurisdictions, a continued successful, informa-

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tive, and memorable 131st Annual Communication. Congratulations to you Grand Master, and your officers for an outstanding year in furthering the cause of Minnesota Masonry. A special congratulations to the 26 recipients of the 1984 Grand Lodge public school scholarships of $22,000 - over $155,000 toward the education of more than 200 young people during the past 22 years. Best wishes to each of you! The Masons of Minnesota hope that these awards will help develop a life-long thirst for learning in each of these outstanding young people, and we pray that each will aspire to more noble and glorious achievements as they continue their quest toward their life's ambitions. It was Abraham Lincoln who said, "A child is a person who is going to carryon what you have started. He is going to sit where you are sitting and when you are gone, attend to those things which you think are important. You may adopt all the policies you please, but how they are carried out depends on him. He will assume control of your cities, states, and nations. He is going to move in and take over your churches, schools, universities, and corporations. The fate of humanity is in his hands." It is fitting that the Masons of Minnesota invest in the education of our young men and women, our leaders of tomorrow. In a troubled world with too many unmotivated, irresponsible and promiscuous people, it is a delight to see such an outstanding group of dedicated youngsters - they are the freshness of today, the hope of tomorrow. Through Masonry there is one symbol that plays a dominant and all-pervasive roleLIGHT. The most obvious connotation of the symbol oflight is that of truth, knowledge, or education. Through all of our degree work we are exhorted to learn, to study, to improve our understanding of the liberal arts and sciences, to improve our intellectual powers. Freemasonry, therefore, is fundamentally an educational organization and, in the words of Past Grand Master Geoffrey M. Davies of Manitoba, a great man and Mason, "is designed to take good men and make them better by broadening their knowledge and expanding their horizons, not merely to improve themselves and the Fraternity, but to enrich the whole world. After all, a Freemason is a man who first, by the promoting of his own nature, seeks to find in Freemasonry the light of knowledge that will permit him to satisfy the higher aspirations of his spirit, and who having been granted that light, works quietly, diligently, and unceasingly to shape his life according to the divine pattern and in the process to help his fellowmen by action, precept, and example that they too may benefit." Brethren and friends, the one great goal of Freemasonry down through the centuries has been and still is the betterment of mankind - the never-ending process of elevating men from a lower level to a higher plane of existence - intellectually, physically, and spiritually - mind, body, and spirit - wisdom, strength, and beauty - the Masonic trinity. This is the meaning of the three columns that support the fabric of every lodge. And LIGHT, or education, is the keystone. An so it is with Masonry in Minnesota. For the past 131 years, even before Masonry came to the American colonies, even before the first Grand Lodge organized in 1717 in England 267 years ago, the purpose of our institution has always been to make our votaries wiser, better, and consequently happier. Ours is the largest and oldest Fraternity in the world today and not without reason; but because Freemasonry is a way of life, founded upon a Brotherhood of Man under one Father, Creator of the Universe, Him whom we call God, Brotherhood of Man under the Fatherhood of God. This is the way of life which challenges a man to live and practice, with all the best that is in him, the rules and guides of faith. Freemasonry's plan is simple. Begin with a man,just one man at a time, as good a man as possible, one that is respected in his community, lives according to the laws of the land. Then Freemasonry shows that man, again and again, how he can become better - not better than his fellow man, but better than himself. Each of us hopes that whatever is taught to those who come into Masonry, that whatever they learn, will help to make them better men and thereby help to make a better community and a better world. From an old Chinese proverb we learn: "If you're planning for one year, plant grain. If

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you're planning for ten years, plant trees. If you're planning for a hundred years, plant men." Masonry is a teaching institution, and every man who enters our portals has an equal opportunity to learn and to improve, and the greater the effort, the greater the reward. The highest privilege that life affords us is that of learning, of converting knowledge into wisdom, of seeking the genuine values of life by seeking light and more light. The continuous quest for light is the important factor. The ultimate state of perfection is never attainable in this life, but we receive an inner satisfaction that comes from every step we take in our journey from the visible towards the invisible. "'Your task - to build a better world,' God said, and I answered, 'How? The world is such a large, vast place, and so complicated now, and I so small and useless am, there is nothing I can do.' But God in all His wisdom said, 'Just build a better you.''' So it is for a man who enters Masonry, and so it is for these 26 young scholars who plan to enter college or trade school soon. The world, as never before, is facing new challenges, imperative moments and dramatic sacrifices. No longer can any part of society detach itself from the whole. We are now a global society, whether we like it or not. Global problems are arising at an alarming rate. Depletion of natural resources, the destruction of our fragile environment, unchecked population growth, constant threat of world-wide nuclear annihilation, widespread starvation, outbreaks of virulent mutated strains of diseases, growing threats of global economic collapse, and a multitude of other problems all are putting increasing pressure on this white-hot crucible we call civilization. Day-by-day we learn new and more efficient ways of killing offour fellow man, without a corresponding increase in our overall moral development. Too much of our intellect is devoted to finding greater physical means for our mutual destruction while too little intellect is devoted to strengthening our spiritual resolve to solve our common problems. Conventional war seems to spread like wildfire and the size of our arsenals of destruction grow by astronomical leaps and bounds. Even though wars seem to start from a multitude of social, economic, and political reasons, far too often the battle-lines are drawn along religious lines. Man's inhumanity to man, his intolerance towards the beliefs of others, stems too often from his intolerance of another's religion. The history of religious wars is as old as civilization itself. The Egyptians enslaved the Israelites, the Romans persecuted and crucified Christians, Christians persecuted believers in ancient Pagan religions, Moslems and Christians fought in the Crusades, there were the horrors of the Inquisition - the rack, the whip, burnings at the stake, filthy damp dungeons, witch trials - it is endless. Even when the colonists came to America to escape religious persection, they found the same old evil in the new world! Today, religious intolerance is rampant. Hindu fought Moslem in India and Pakistan; Hitler slaughtered 6,000,000 Jews; Irish Catholics and Protestants have burned, bombed, and murdered each other for nearly 300 years; Buddhists, and Catholics opposed each other in Southeast Asia; the current holy war in Iran under the Ayatollah Khomeni is systematically exterminating the Bahais and the insanity in Lebanon has Christian, Jew, Moslem, and Druse all fighting each other. The world has fought over 100 civil and international wars since THE WAR ended in 1945. That is in 39 years. World-wide expenditures for armaments now exceed $500 billion (1/2 trillion) annually. It seems that the destiny of the human race is to suffer at the hands of three ancient enemies - the three ruffians of man: I. religious fanaticism, intolerance, and bigotry; 2. political despotism, tyranny, and dictatorship; and 3. ignorant mobs, brutal demagoguism, and superstition. These are the "Beasts of the Apocalypse" bent on destroying civilization, the ruffians who strive to destroy our mind, body, and spirit, who plan to tear down the three columns of our Masonic trinity - Wisdom, Strength, and Beauty - that support the great fabric of our civilization - mankind's temple of life.

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First - ignorance and superstition wage war against our minds. The former begets the latter, which in turn leads to irrationality, and to the loss of the independent mind. This "Beast" is a fundamental evil in any society that ever hopes to evolve. Second - Poverty - that is physical hunger and lack of physical shelter - and disease wage war against our body, our physical or material world. They drive people into disruptive, unstable political climates. The track record in the third world countries clearly illustrates the devastating effect of this "beast." Poverty and disease is an enemy that we must all fight for the general collective good of humanity. Third - Education, health, and food do not make a man into a man ifhe is enslaved by state, by creed, or by economic system. Enslavement wages wars against our spirit and destroys our dignity. The dignity of the individual requires personal freedom if we are to oppose this third "beast." Masonry has always opposed these three ancient enemies. Slowly, but methodically, she has strived "to build a better world" - how? - by "building a better you. " One man at a time, she has become a world-wide fraternity that exerts a gently, silent, ever-present, always active, methodical, unresting influence, upon mankind by spreading the cement of friendship, morality, and brotherly love throughout the foundation and superstructure of civilization. Guiding their actions by their belief in the Supreme Architect of the Universe, Freemasons are pledged to uphold the time-honored institutions of honesty, integrity, and forthrightness. They share a common faith in the Brotherhood of Man under the Fatherhood of God, and they believe in the dignity and worth of the individual - all individuals - in his God-ordained right to achieve his destiny through his own effort. Masonry invites all good men of all religions to enlist under her banner of charity, in the campaign against ignorance, intolerance, and tyranny. The Blue Lodge symbolizes universality in Masonry; Masonry welcomes men of good will from all religions. She makes no attempt to adjudicate the religious quarrels of the human race. She teaches that human nature is everywhere fundamentally the same - sort of what I like to call a First Cosmological Principle of Brotherhood. She accepts the fact that religions, one and all, possess certain fundamentals everywhere alike, and it is on these fundamentals that Masonry takes her stand. There runs through all great religions a simple, common thread or theme: There is a God, His rules are simple. Do no evil, do good; love thy neighbor; give help to the needy. The substance of most of the Ten Commandments pervades all religions, so these simple rules of right living, of satisfying living, of love and care are ageless and universal. While Masonry is religious, it is not even in the remotest sense a religion. We have no creed, and no confession of faith in a doctrinal statement. We have no theology. We have no ritual of worship. We have no symbols that are religious in the sense of the symbols found in the church or synagogue. Our symbols are related to the development of a better man, of character, and of the relationship of man to man. Our purpose is not the same as religion. We seek for no converts. We solicit no members. We are not primarily interested in the redemption of man. We raise no money for religious purposes. We teach belief in no religion, and we teach disbelief in none. We refuse to apply a theological test to a candidate. We apply a religious test only. Belief in God is faith; belief about God is theology. We are interested in faith only, and not theology. We believe in the existence of a personal God, we teach the immortality of the Soul, and practice the Brotherhood of Man. Masonry builds on these three religious ideas, and she truly has a genuine religious universality. From an ancient, sacred book of China, we read: "Humanity is the heart of Man, and justice is the path of man. The broad-minded see the truth in different religions, the narrow-minded see only the differences." The various creeds, cults, sects, parties, and factions have only divided man - all we need do is witness the countless religious wars where man has been so brutally intolerant to his fellow man. With creeds, theologies, and factions, Masonry has and can have nothing to do. Masonry has never shed one drop of blood. It has made no widows or

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orphans, lighted the torch to exterminate no heresies, baptized no nations in blood, invented no tortures to punish unbelief. It has had no weapons except those of charity and persuasion. Within our lifetime, science has made tremendous strides forward. It has made possible an explosion of scientific miracles that has spawned a worldwide "technological resolution." Space exploration, global audio and visual communications, automation and computers, the "green revolution" (by the Nobel Prize Winner here at the University of Minnesota.), medical triumphs, molecular biology and genetic engineering, knowledge of the chemical origin of life, and much, much more all have demonstrated the real power of science and its incredible success in unraveling the workings of nature. Henry Clausen, Sovereign Grand Commander of the Scottish Rite, Southern Jurisdiction, wrote in his book, Messages fora Mission, the following observation: "There is a great gap between those scientific achievements and man's moral development. It's more than a gulf. It's a canyon. Man has grown scientifically strong but he has become morally weak. He has cut off the flower from the root. His morals are still back in the days of medieval Rome and Greece when their cultures crumbled." In this troubled world of today, where men are searching for an answer to our pressing, global problems, we might do well by first having all of us seek out a common denominator for understanding - and that very well may be Universal Brotherhood. Brotherhood is mentioned and extolled in every country and in every religion. But only Masonry makes it her cornerstonel She teaches the gospel of brotherhood, "regarding the whole human species as one family, the high, the low, the rich, the poor, who, as created by one almighty parent, and inhabitants of the same planet, are to support, aid, and protect each other." The poet Archibald MacLeish said it so well (recall the image of the earth from the moon) "To see the earth as it truly is, small and blue and beautiful in that eternal silence where it floats, is to see ourselves as riders on the earth together, brothers on that bright loveliness in the eternal cold - brothers who know now they are truly brothers." The world today truly needs the teachings of our gentle Craft. From the pages of the Western Australian Freemason magazine we have this beautiful quote: "In a world of greed and force, Freemasonry teaches self-restraint and reason. In a world permeated with the spirit of selfish rivalry it teaches universal brotherhood. In a world of intolerance and bigotry it teaches reverence for Diety. In a world floundering in the depths of a great moral and spiritual depression it teaches industry and self-reliance and temperance and integrity. Its emphasis is always on the nobler point of view, the finer choice of conduct. In a changing and superficial world it points to the eternal and fundamental principles that have emerged unchanged from every transition era, even as the eternal mountains emerge from the drifting clouds that temporarily obscure them. It aids and comforts and reassures and inspires individuals. It leaps the barriers of race and space to draw together the finest aspirations of all men and unite them in a universal brotherhood." Our world is full of flaws springing from human imperfections, but basically it is strong, dynamic and exciting. In many ways, this is indeed the best of times and the worst of times - the worst is on the surface; the best is underneath, solid and enduring. Masonry and her teachings are solid and enduring. Perhaps it is time to pause and reflect. We should take stock of our present situation and ask, what is Masonry doing to battle these three "Beasts of the Apocalypse" that wage war against our mind, our body, and our spirit? In particular, what is Minnesota Masonry doing? Masons in Minnesota can point with pride to the highly successful Grand Lodge public school scholarship program. We are dedicated to the development of the intellectual potential, or minds, of those individuals most dear to our future - our young peoplewithout regard to race, creed, national origin, religion, political preference, Masonic affiliation, or sex. We plan to expand this important program through the Masonic Foundation. We raised over $2,000,000 to build the Masonic Cancer Hospital and

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establish a permanent fund which supports ongoing research and teaching (25 years), with the hope of discovering a cure for this dreaded disease of the body. This was, and is, Minnesota Masonry's gift to all the people of this great state, and will someday prove to be "our finest hour." Also, several communities in Minnesota have been assisted by a new and growing program which is aimed at helping diabetic children in our schools. Through the Ladd Fund, which spent over $30,000 this year by the way, our Grand Lodge supplied seed money and local lodges are maintaining the diabetes program around the state, in Duluth, Willmar, and in the Twin Cities. For help to man's spirit, Minnesota Masonry has developed a marvelous Masonic Home and Care Center, supports the Vet's Hospital visitation programs at Rochester, the Twin Cities, and St. Cloud, and has led the nation for over 15 years in contributions through our Blue Envelope program to the Masonic Service Association National Hospital visitation program. Mind, body, spirit- Minnesota Masonry has many programs to serve all three. These programs are the three columns - Wisdom, Strength, and Beauty - our Masonic Trinity, which support the fabric of our fraternity in Minnesota. They are the true supports of our Minnesota Masonic temple, and they deserve our continued support. If Freemasonry in Minnesota and around the world is to be a continuing source oflight for mankind, then it must be nurtured within the hearts and minds, and especially the actions, of individual Freemasons. We must look outward, instead of inward; we must put our principles into hourly and daily practice. We must strive to be and to do outside the Lodge what we have promised so solemnly to be and to do inside the Lodge. "Unless we do this," said one eminent Freemason, the late M.W. Geoffrey M. Davies, "We must confess to being very little use, only consuming time and energy which would be much better spent in more positive activities. Our great principles must be lived, not just preached; they must burn with the flame of life, not be preserved, sterile and useless in the deep-freeze of philosophy and contemplation. Above all, they must be constantly renewed by being tested, tried, challenged, refined, and clarified in the crucible of life, not merely parroted by rote with the closed confines of a fraternal ghetto." We have within Freemasonry the possibility of being one of the strongest and most dynamic moral forces in the world, but only to the extent that we give unstintingly of our service and our treasures to the world. As Freemasons, we must seek light, then dispense it to our brethren so that they too may reflect that light, not merely within their Lodges, but more especially within their lives so as to illuminate the world in which we live. God knows the rolling clouds of darkness caused by man's inhumanity to man, constantly cloud our vision. But we are constantly called upon to help relieve humanity that suffers in the dungeons of ignorance, selfishness, and vice. It is our duty to proclaim liberty to the captives of the world - the captives of self-indulgence and vile thinking. After all, the imprisonment of the body in a cell is nothing compared to the incarceration of the human mind in ignorance. The darkness of a dungeon is little compared with the blackness created by prejudice, hatred, and vicious principles. Today we are called upon to wage war that will emancipate the human mind and the human spirit. We should show by our very character and action, as a fraternity and as individuals thereof, inspired by the great teachings of our Fraternity, that we are examples of good citizenship, and that we are men who will refuse to compromise with those forces that seek today to destroy the church, the home, the school, the court, and even the great government of principles that protects our Brotherhood. I would like to close with a short story. I heard an interesting story last summer that is so appropriate. There is an Indian legend about the great eagle that supposedly has been passed down from many generations in this great land. Years ago an Indian boy climbing in the high Sierras, stumbled upon an abandoned eagle's nest. In it was an eagle's egg. He took the egg and sheltered it carefully and carried it down the mountain, looking for a place to leave it. Finally, when he reached the floor of the valley, he found the nest of a prairie chicken. He placed the egg in the nest and a prairie hen sat on the egg and the egg hatched. The eaglet, not knowing what he was, was

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raised as a prairie chicken, scratching for a living among the seeds on the ground. One day he saw a huge bird soaring in the sky and he asked what it was. A prairie hen told him that it was an eagle - the mightiest bird in the entire world - the ruler of the skies. He admired the great and wonderful bird and its freedom. He told the prairie hen that he wished he could be an eagle and soar in the skies. His prairie hen friendsjust laughed and ridiculed him, and they told him that he was only a lowly prairie hen and that he could never be an eagle. And so, the rest of his years - he was resigned to seek his nurture in the fields as a prairie hen and never fulfilled his destiny as a mighty eagle. I think there is a lesson here for all of us. How many of us go through life masquerading as prairie hens? How many of us in our great Fraternity have abilities far beyond our achievements. How many of us have laughed and ridiculed others because they wanted to try something new - try their wings, so to speak? There is an eagle in me and in you, and the eagle flies among the high Sierras of our dreams, our ambitions, our goals. I came from the wilderness, I got my eagle from the wilderness, I am my own keeper. I can say yes or no. I can sing and work and live and pray, and I can exercise a powerful force for good. We can all rise up from the valleys on our great wings, and we can all enjoy the great peace of realized achievements. We only must hold fast to our dreams, for if our dreams die, life becomes a broken-winged bird that cannot fly. Let us all - Mason, Lodge, and Grand Lodge alike - continue to strive for nobler actions, higher thoughts, and greater achievements. Brethren and friends, let us use our God-given wings and fly!!! Thank you.

MASONIC VILLA OREGON: The Grand Lodge of Oregon is sponsoring a type of pay-as-yougo residence for members financially able to pay their own way. It appears to be taking shape at this time. A lengthy report was made to the Grand Lodge, but this is an excerpt from that report: LIAISON BETWEEN TRl:STEES AND MASO!':IC VILLA, I!'lC.

The progress of Masonic Villa, Inc. (MVI) was reported on at each meeting by DGM Herman C. Kuppler. Following RWB Kuppler's request in December to be relieved of this duty, MWB Claire L. Finlayson appointedJGW M. B. "Jim" Morton to act as liaison between the Trustees and MVI. Several times during the year, the Board of Directors of MVI met with the Trustees to discuss current aspects of the proposed development. In February, a restated land lease between the Grand Lodge and MVI was signed. The Trustees agreed to loan MVI a sum of up to $3,000,000 at 1.35% floating rate above the prime rate as established by the U.S. National Bank. The Trustees are indebted and grateful for the painstaking work and applied knowledge that has characterized the efforts of our Brothers, Maldwyn C. Evans, Roland E. Gleason, John D. Annand, W. Russell Mefford, William H. Boland and W. Dexter Elliott in their service on the MVI Board of Direction. The Grand Master has permitted me to interrupt this report at this point to relate current information about MVI and to submit to you a request from the Trustees. Masonic Villa is selling condominium units. The Masonic sales program was finally cleared by the State to begin this last April. I am pleased to report that the program to date has resulted in the amount of$600,000 in sales. However, it is our intention to sell 32 units before construction is started. Sales will have to accelerate if building is to begin this summer: the summer months being the best months for construction. It is our hope that those others who desire to live in this Masonic community will make their decision soon.

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have been Freemasons - how many we may never know. We find it most interesting that the Grand Historian of Idaho was endeavored to document many from his state in the early days of the railroad. IDAHO: The Grand Historian of Idaho gives this interesting account of the early days of the railroad in his jurisdiction: The Mason has always been recognized as a builder ofgreat edifices. We, as speculative Masons use the principal steps of operative masonry as guidelines and stepping stones to build human character and improve ourselves as we fit into the edict of human and spiritual life. As we reflect upon the development and building of nations we find the Mason a great integral part of the process. So it has been in the establishment of our great nation, the United States of America. We are always proud to review the history of our nation and the part Masonic brethren have played in the forming of our governmental system. Masons have taken a leading role in establishing the basic principals of American government at all levels, but I would like to give you a historical report on how Masons have also been a strong factor in other enterprises that have contributed to the fundamental development and building of our great nation. A major industry that contributed to the full development of an advanced transportation system throughout the United States of America, and was the main factor in the development and settling of the western states was the railroad. I would like to take you back in time to the beginning of railroads in the U.S.A. that you may realize the time factor from when the idea of using a roadbed with permanent rails to support and carry vehicles of transportation were begun, and how rapidly rail transportation developed and expanded throughout our country. Our Masonic brothers played a very important part in this development. In 1825 the Erie Canal was opened, and it was a great success, because it saved the long river and ocean route from Lake Erie to New York City. Horses were used to pull the barges on the canal at about four miles per hour. Two years later the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad was chartered by the state of Maryland. Work was begun] uly 4, 1828 and within three years, profits were realized on the first few miles of track. A picture of the ceremony held to mark the official start of building the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad on July 4, 1828 shows a rectangular stone about four feet in length, two feet wide, and eighteen inches thick engraved on the side with "First Stone of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad." It shows or depicts the dedication being done by Masons. The Worshipful Master is checking the stone with a small square. The Senior and Junior Wardens are behind the Worshipful Master holding the level and plumb. The Chaplain is attired with the Bible platform and Holy Bible, while one of the Deacons with staff is also identifiable. All attending Masons are very distinguishable in top hats and aprons. To indicate the attitude by many about the beginning of railroads, I will quote a letter from Martin Van Buren, Governor of New York, to President Andrew Jackson dated January 31, 1829. To President Jackson: The canal system of this country is being threatened by the spread of a new form of transportation known as 'railroads.' The federal government must preserve the canals for the following reasons: (1) If canal boats are supplanted by railroads, serious umemployment will result. Captains, cooks, drivers, hostelers, repairmen and lock tenders will be left without means of livelihood, not to mention the numerous farmers now employed in growing hay for horses. (2) Boat builders would suffer and towline, whip and harness makers would be left destitute. (3) Canal boats are absolutely essential to the defense of the United States. In the event of the expected trouble with England, the Erie Canal would be the only means by which we could ever move the supplies so vital to waging modern war. For the above mentioned reasons the government should create an interstate

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commerce commission to protect the American people from the evils of 'railroads' and to preserve the canals of posterity. As you may know Mr. President, 'railroad' carriages are pulled at the enormous speed of 15 miles per hour by 'engines' which, in addition to endangering life and limb of passengers, roar and snort their way through the countryside setting fire to crops, scaring livestock and frightening women and children. The Almighty certainly never intended that people should travel at such breakneck speed." Martin Van Buren Governor of New York Luckily for America, the leaders of Governor Van Buren's day; men of vision and hope, did not share his fears. Forty Years Later, 1869. Railroads had been developed throughout the Eastern States and the first transcontinental railroad was completed from Chicago to San Francisco. Two railroads, the Union Pacific working westward, and the Central Pacific working eastward from San Francisco, joined at Promontory Point in Utah, May 10, 1869. The first railroad in Idaho was the Utah Northern, a narrow gauge built by the L.D.S. Church. It started at Brigham City, Utah on August 26,1871, reaching Logan, Utah on January 31,1873, and Franklin, Idaho on May 2,1874. The story of the Utah Northern Railroad is quite long, so I will only give a brief history of it. The Utah Northern was plagued with financial problems, and the Union Pacific people took it over in 1878. Construction continued north to Montana and the border of that state was reached May 9,1880. In 1875 and 1879 a railroad representative was sent to Boise City and attempted to obtain funds from the Idaho Territorial Legislature, with no avail. By 1879 the Union Pacific officials had decided to build a branch line from Granger, Wyoming to Huntington, Oregon where it would join the Oregon Railroad and Navigation Company's line. OnJuly 11, 1881, a ceremony was held at Granger, which launched the Oregon Short Line division of the Union Pacific Railroad. June 16, 1882 the east Idaho territorial border was crossed. Records show that men of Masonic character were associated with the Union Pacific Railroad system when it came into Idaho. One man who became prominent in the early era of railroading was E. E. Calvin, a telegrapher who came to Pocatello in October 1882 with the Oregon Short Line Railroad. Brother Calvin lived in Pocatello off and on for many years, and eventually climbed the ladder of responsibility to become Vice President in charge of Operations of the Union Pacific Railroad. E. E. Calvin was a member of Portneuf Lodge No. 18 A.F. & A.M. of Idaho. Another Masonic Brother of this early date was A. C. Hinckley, Superintendent of Motive Power and Machinery. He also served as President of the YMCA in Pocatello. Brother Hinckley was an ardent supporter of all things relative to the development of Pocatello, and gave freely of his time and money. He too, was a member of the Portneuf Lodge No. 18 A.F. & A.M. Then there is the story ofD. W. Church who got offa stage coach in August of 1883 at Mountain Home, Idaho. He caught the caboose of a train and rode it to Shoshone. He went to work for the railroad as a locomotive engineer. In a letter to Brother A. C. Hinckley he tells of being sent to the front (or western end) of the railroad January 19, 1884, which was at Weiser. On his return trip, he broke the train in two resulting in a bad derailment, and he was consequently fired. He later became a banker in Pocatello, and also served as Mayor of that city. D. W. Church became a member of Portneuf Lodge No. 18 A.F. & A.M. By February, 1884, the Oregon Short Line had crossed the desert plains of southern territorial Idaho, which included four crossings of the mighty Snake River, the fourth crossing being the Oregon state line just short of Huntington, the division point where the Oregon Short Line met the Oregon Railroad and Navigation Line that had built east from Portland. The Union Pacific only built one branch line when the main line was constructed across southern Idaho. When the main line reached Shoshone it was arrested for six months

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while a branch line was built to Hailey to accommodate the mining in that area. As outlying settlements developed, several railroads were built by companies independent of the Oregon Short Line of the Union Pacific. However, most of them were short-lived, and were absorbed in the Union Pacific system. As an example of how most of the branch lines were built, I will give the history of the Salmon River Railroad Company. This was an intrastate railroad, and the company was incorporated on April 15, 1901. The plans called for a main line that would connect Blackfoot and Mackay, also a branch line connecting Moreland and Aberdeen. Construction on the principal line was started April 1901 and completed in eleven months. Flourishing production in the Mackay Metals and White Knob Copper Mines made this railroad immediately profitable. For a time these firms had a combined payroll of thirty thousand dollars per month. The Aberdeen branch was commenced in August, 1909 and finished early in 1910. Neither of these lines was operated by the Salmon River Railroad Company, but were immediately leased to the Oregon Short Line Railroad Company; then on October 31, 1910, the property was conveyed to the operator by deed. The history of all the branch lines in Idaho are very similar to the Salmon River Railroad Company. Presently, this branch line and several others of the Union Pacific system in southern Idaho have been abandoned and are being dismantled. Also, branch lines of the railroads crossing northern Idaho are being abandoned. The railroad from Lewiston to Grangeville will always be remembered for the artistic trestles in the Winchester Canyon area. A tragic incident on the railroad involving another of our brother Masons happened in June, 1911, on the railroad north from Pocatello to Butte, Montana near Spencer. Brother William Kidd was the conductor on a passenger train and when the train arrived at Spencer, Deputy Sheriff Sam Milton boarded the train and arrested two men suspected of robbing the saloon in Monida. While attempting to handcuff the prisoners, their guns were laid on the seat. One of the suspects picked up the guns and shot both the deputy and Conductor Kidd, who attempted to assist the deputy. They then pulled the bell cord, held the passengers at bay until the train stopped near China Point where they disappeared into the rocks and brush. The wounded men were brought to Pocatello and placed under the care of Division Surgeon W. A. Wright, assisted by Masonic Brother, Doctor O. B. Steely, a member of Portneuf Lodge No. 18 A.F. & A.M. Brother William Kidd died the next morning, but Deputy Milton eventually recovered. Brother Billy Kidd, as he was known, was buried with full Masonic honors from the Methodist Church in Pocatello, and by his Lodge, Portneuf No. 18, A.F. & A.M. September, 1886, four years after the Union Pacific Railroad was built through Pocatello, a Masonic Lodge, Portneuf Lodge No. 18 was chartered. September, 1921, thirty-five years later, Keystone Lodge No. 81 was chartered, and in thirty-one years more, a third Masonic Lodge was needed in Pocatello and Mt. Kinport No. 95 was chartered September, 1952. Other Masonic Lodges along the railroad system in southern Idaho at division points and terminals are Fidelity No. 80 at Glenns Ferry and Nampa No. 29, and Ashlar No. 90 at Nampa. As we review the membership records of these lodges we find many brothers who were, and presently are, associated with the railroad industry. It would take several pages in this report to list each Brother Mason who has been, or is presently associated with the railroad industry in Idaho. Many of these brothers established outstanding records of achievement in their vocation and Masonic work, but to try and mention them individually and not offend another brother or their relatives by overlooking someone is a hazard of writing this kind of story. I have therefore chosen to mention only a few Masonic Brothers who were with the railroad system at its early years in Idaho. It can be stated though that the great majority of officials and supervisors of the Union Pacific Railroad system in Idaho were and are members of the Masonic Order. The Panhandle or northern part of Idaho has been crossed by major main line transcontinental railroads, the first being the Northern Pacific which on August 23,

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1883, was able to handle through traffic by using shoofly tracks over the mountain passes before the tunnels were completed. The Great Northern Railroad came through northern Idaho in 1891-92.JamesJ. Hill was the mastermind of this railroad. He was a man respected by all and he boasted, "Give me enough Swedes and whiskey and I'll build a railroad to Hell." Elements like blizzards, washouts, deep ravines, ragged mountains and great trees challenged the construction crews. The third major railroad to cross northern Idaho was the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific, generally called the Milwaukee. In 1905, right-of-way was secured and April I, 1909, the line was in full operation from Chicago to Puget Sound. No doubt many of the men associated with the north Idaho railroads were Masons, but since there are no terminals of these railroads located in Idaho where a Masonic Lodge is, it is difficult to trace Masonic membership. In conclusion: As stated in the beginning of this story, a Mason is a builder, and therefore is a man who possesses inspiration, ambition, ability, determination, and is not afraid of work whether it be physical, mental or both. That is why our Masonic Brethren who entered into all phases ofjobs in the railroad industry usually excelled, and moved up the ladder of success and position.

MEMBERSHIP CALIFORNIA: The Grand Secretary of California made these observations about membership: The membership statistical table to be found in this report reveals that during the past year our Jurisdiction again suffered a substantial net loss in members. You will note that the net loss for the year endingJune 30, 1982 was less than for the prior year and the net loss for the year endingJune 30, 1983 again was less than for the prior year. It was hoped that this trend would continue; however, sad to say, our loss for this past year exceeded the two prior years and is the second highest net loss for any year in our history. Our files contain the records of several thousand candidates who are in the process of receiving their degrees. Many are approaching the three year limitation for completing their degree work as provided for by our Code. It would behoove all Lodges through their Senior Wardens to do all that is possible to see to it that coaching is completed and these candidates advanced. Something prompted them to solicit the degrees, and they should be added to our membership roster as promptly as possible. Forfeitures of fees and contributions should be a rarity if these candidates receive the encouragement and proper coaching to which they are entitled to complete their degree work. During this past year our Membership Department has devoted considerable time in working closely with the Lodge Secretaries in an effort to "purify" our membership listings. For the most part the Secretaries have been patient and cooperative in thisjoint effort and this burdensome task is now completed. I would venture to say that our membership records are now as close to being 100% accurate as they ever can be and with the proviso that accurate and timely Monthly Reports are furnished to the office by the Lodge Secretaries these records will continue to be maintained in this condition.

MOON LODGE CENTENNIAL IDAHO: The Grand Master of Idaho reported on an unusual event, which involved the centennial of a lodge that met by the moon, and a horseback ride to the celebration. He said: September 17, 1983. Visit to Cassia No. 14. This was their centennial celebration and whereas the Idaho Grand LodRe has concluded their Annual Communication on the

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afternoon of the 17th, there was an excellent attendance for this special event. Most of the Grand Lodge Officers and several Past Grand Masters were present. Cassia is a Moon Lodge and to commemorate their centennial, El Korah Mounted Patrol rode horses from Chatburns Ranch into Lodge then returned after the celebration program. The entire ride on horseback was made by moonlight.

MOUNT RUSHMORE SOUTH DAKOTA: The Grand Orator of South Dakota began his address with the following, which he termed, A Commercial. He said: Before proceeding further, I have a couple of commercials which I want to present. No.1: I truly hope that our out of state guests, and a lot of our own people, have planned to see, and enjoy, some of the beauties of this region before returning home. Particularly, do visit the Shrine of Democracy on Mt. Rushmore. And, when you do, consider the Masonry represented on that mountain: two of those Presidents were Masons - one, Jefferson, may have been an E.A., and Lincoln was in possession of a petition which he intended to submit had not an assassin taken his life. Gutzon Borglum, who conceived the idea of this magnificent shrine, and his son, Lincoln, who was to complete it after his father's death, were both Masons. So, view this memorial as a National Shrine, as well we should, but view it also as a Masonic Shrine.

NATIONAL SOJOURNERS There are numerous concordant organizations of Freemasonry. All predicate their membership on the Lodge or one of the other appendant Masonic bodies. The National Sojourners is one about which many have inquired. It is based upon a member being a Master Mason and a present or former commissioned officer in one of the branches of the military in our nation. Here is a definition of the headquarters of that organization: National Sojourners, Inc., is now 66 years old and made up of about 150 Chapters throughout the United States and the Free World where American Forces are stationed. Membership is open to citizens of the United States who are Master Masons in good standing in any duly constituted Lodge of Master Masons recognized by and maintaining fraternal relations with a majority of the Regular Grand Lodges in the United States and who are serving or have served honorably as commissioned or warrant officers of the United States in the ARMY, NAVY, AIR FORCE, MARINE CORPS, COAST GUARD, PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE or NATIONAL OCEANIC & ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION in peace or war, foreign or domestic, in the Regular, Volunteer, National Guard, the militia of the United States (as defined in 10, USC 311) or have served honorably as commissioned officers in any armed service of a nation allied with the United States in time of war. Persons who have performed meritorious service to National Sojourners, Inc., Freemasonry in general, and/or the Nation may be recommended for Honorary membership.

NEWS RELEASES APPROVED BY GRAND MASTER INDIANA: The following recommendation of the Grand Master was approved by the Grand Lodge of Indiana: Approved recommendation of the Grand Master that any advertising or public relations releases (either printed or electronic) by any organization, Masonic or otherwise, that uses the name and/or emblems of Freemasonry, must have advance written approval of the Grand Master. In addition, no Lodge shall share in the same display or script with any other organization, whether or not Masonic related. Lodges may not expend Lodge

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funds for printed or electronic media releases, even if such releases have been approved by the Grand Master. Notices of business meetings, degree work, and special elections are exempt from the above (Page 45).

OATH OR OBLIGATION TEXAS: From the "Rite Light," of Rosenberg Lodge No. 881, Rosenberg, Texas we found the following, which may be of interest: IS THERE A DISTINCTION BETWEEN MASONIC OATH AND MASONIC OBLIGATION?

Yes. The "oath" is the "So Help Me, God" at the end of any solemn promises made with hand upon the Book of the Law. The "obligation" is the substance of the preceding promises. "Oath is thus symbolical of man's fear of God and "Obligation" signifies the promises and agreements made preceding the Oath.

PETITION TO OTHER MASONIC BODIES COLORADO: The Grand Lodge of Colorado named the Masonic bodies it will recognize, and established requirements to petition them. The following was adopted: MASONIC ORGANIZA TIONS. This Grand Lodge admits the following named organizations, and none other, to be regular and duly constituted Masonic Bodies, possessing sole jurisdiction in the State of Colorado over the degrees authorized by such organizations, and the exclusive right to establish and maintain in the State of Colorado constituent or subordinate bodies with authority to confer such degrees: the Grand Royal Arch Chapter of Colorado, the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Colorado, the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of Colorado, the Supreme Council of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry of the Southern Jurisdiction of the United States of America. Provided that such bodies require of their members satisfactory evidence of good standing in their Lodges as a requisite to maintenance of membership in said bodies, and provided said Grand Chapter and Scottish Rite Bodies in Colorado enforce such regulations as may be promulgated by this Grand Lodge or the Grand Master concerning solicitation for members by them. A Master Mason must befound proficient in the Master Mason Degree before making a petition for the above degrees.

PRINCE HALL MASONRY WISCONSIN: So far as we know, the Grand Lodge of Wisconsin is the only Grand Lodge interested in chartering Prince Hall Lodges in its jurisdiction. It has an annual report from a committee on Prince Hall Fraternal Relations. This year the committee reported: On July 8, 1983, Most Worshipful Grand Master Kenneth W. Shannon received a cordial letter from Prince Hall Most Worshipful Grand Master William C. Ponder. Grand Master Ponder stated in his letter: "We hope that the warm relationship shared by our two Grand Lodges may continue to develop and grow. We feel that continued communication between the Grand officers will provide a key to eliminating the barriers which have so far prevented us from totally sharing the fellowship and brotherhood of Masonry." The first meeting of this year was held at the new Health Care Center at Dousman on October 16, 1983. Prince Hall Grand Master Ponder was present with his committee. The President of the Wisconsin Masonic Home conducted a tour of the Health Care Center, Van Brunt Hall and the Bark River apartments for the Prince Hall members present as well as this Grand Lodge Committee. During the meeting which took place in conjunction with this tour, the Prince Hall Committee requested we re-establish the

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former practice of holding quarterly meetings and the Wisconsin Grand Lodge Fraternal Relations Prince Hall Committee agreed. On January 22nd, 1983 Most Worshipful Grand Master Shannon sent a letter to Most Worshipful Grand Master Ponder which stated as follows: "During our June, 1983 Annual Communication the Grand Lodge F. & A.M. again voted to extend to Prince Hall Grand Lodge the offer to charter any Prince Hall Lodge which would request it. This letter will reaffirm our commitment to this concept." In addition, in his letter the following agenda was proposed for the joint meeting of this committee with Prince Hall to be held on February 23, 1984. The Agenda as suggested was: 1. A review of the respective positions ofthe Grand Lodge F. & A.M. of Wisconsin and the Prince Hall Grand Lodge regarding our offer to charter Prince Hall Lodges in Wisconsin and Prince Hall's request for recognition. 2. The provision by Prince Hall of copies of your Grand Lodge Proceedings for the past five years regarding these discussions (we have requested these several times but have not yet received copies). 3. Initiate steps to consider developing strategy toward overcoming differences in our respective positions. 4. The holding of some meetings at the Prince Hall facilities. 5. The continued exploration of areas where joint social or common community activities would be mutually beneficial. The February 23rd meeting used the above proposed Agenda with the following items of discussion being of importance to our Craft. With respect to Item 1, Prince Hall Grand Lodge's position regarding the offer to charter their Lodges by the Grand Lodge F. & A.M. of Wisconsin, remains the same. They are requesting recognition. With respect to Item 2, we have now received a copy of the official proceedings of Prince Hall's Annual Communication for years 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982 and 1983. With respect to Item 5, initial planning was started for a public meeting to be held in a Wisconsin Lodge which would volunteer to host a Prince Hall Lodge. The program would be based upon the history of a Table Lodge and/or other Masonic Education subjects. It is hoped such a joint meeting can be held in the Fall of 1984, and steps are now being taken to find a volunteer Lodge where such a meeting could be held. Your committee believes that during the last year we have seen positive interest from the members of Prince Hall with respect to developing strategies for eventually achieving a resolution to our current positions. Although such an achievement continues to be elusive and may not be achieved in the near term, it remains, nonetheless, the only goal consistent with Masonic teaching and principles and should continue to be pursued. We recommend therefore this Grand Lodge again extend authority to the incoming Grand Master to continue the previous offer to charter Prince Hall Lodges and continue those efforts needed to achieve acceptance of the offer. This committee recommends this report be adopted.

PUBLIC RELATIONS MICHIGAN: The Grand Master of Michigan reported on public relations in his jurisdiction. He said: I added to a line item in the budget a substantial sum for public relations. 1 hired an outside firm, Marketing Communications Interface, Inc., because 1 could not find a Brother willing to undertake the assignment. As a result, the Masonic Fraternity in Michigan has been well heard and seen over the past 12 months. Please take a look at the display in the lobby which is but a small portion of their work this year. Your Grand Master appeared on three radio shows, one of which was an hour long talk show called "Religion on the Line." The topic was "What Is This Religion Called Masonry?" The show was on WXYZ-AM Detroit on Sunday, January 29, 1984. The response was tremendous. On Labor Day weekend I appeared on television on behalf of the Lodges in Genessee County for Muscular Dystrophy. Our public relations council has assisted

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individual Lodges in their PR work as well as telling the communities when the Grand Lodge Officers were going to be in town for a Grand Lodge ceremony. Public relations is a must if we are to "let our light so shine before all good men that they may see our good works."

RHODE ISLAND: Under the heading of Publicity the Board of Managers reported to the Grand Lodge of Rhode Island: Publicity: Brethren, a reading of Masonic history discloses, that the Craft for many years enjoyed an enviable prestige. Its members were the leaders of the community, its work was known and recognized by all. Some of this has eroded as a result of the fast pace of modern day living. We must not forget that there are groups that are opposed to Freemasonry. The members of these opposition groups are easily led into believing the many unfounded accusations about the Craft solely because the listening members are ignorant of the true nature of our gentle Craft. The charges, that we are a secret society and have secret aims is accepted by the members of these opposition groups as well as others. An informed public would be less likely to take the charges made against us seriously and will recognize them for what they are, accusations made to serve the selfish purpose of the group making the accusation. Good public relations will indirectly ease these kinds of thoughts. We are doing this through the R.I. Freemason and the other newspapers in the State whenever possible. The knowledge of what we are doing is important to our brethren as well as the community at large.

NEW MEXICO: The Grand Master of New Mexico spoke on the subject of public relations. Among other things, he said: Look at the tremendous possibilities open to us through the various programs available, with expert guidance from many sources. Do we really practice the Brotherly Love, Relief and Truth that we teach? This also has a direct bearing on the Visability of our Fraternity. The same one in 20 statistics used earlier, applies to the profanes' recognition of our Fraternity! In other words, stop the first 20 people you meet on the street and ask them if they have heard of Freemasonry; one will, on the average, be able to give you an acceptable idea of what is being asked! To this end the Grand Lodge Committee on Public Relations was established, Worshipful Brother Bob Berry, Chairman of our Grand Lodge Committee on Public Relations has started a program which we must all commit ourselves to promoting. The officers of each lodge must be aware of the vital importance of Public Relations and the impact that such a program has on our Fraternity. Articles of interest about the Fraternity in general, your lodge and its individual members in particular make "good print" and not only create interest in others but serve to induce inactive members to return to lodge and participate in those activities. We don't participate in any public function except that we occasionally go to church or lay a cornerstone as a body and the public installations of officers. The disturbing thing is that we fail, in a great majority of cases, to educate ourselves to the extent that we can provide intelligent answers to questions about our Fraternity which are asked by the profane. We not only have the ignorance within our Fraternity that is detrimental to us but we have vocal ignorance without our Fraternity which is continually comparing our organization to Communism, Hitlerism and "being a cover organization for the Kiwanis, Rotary, Lions, etcl" The great majority of our members are of the opinion that it is improper to tell an inquirer that we neither invite nor solicit anyone to join our ranks.

PUBUC SCHOOL PROGRAM MINNESOTA: The Committee on Public Schools included this in its report to the Grand Lodge of Minnesota:

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This publicity strengthens and enhances the image of Masonry, as well as answering the critics who inquire: "What does Masonry do for people?" Masonic commitment to the public schools providing education for the children of all the people, is most eloquently addressed by a program that selects its candidates without regard to race, creed, national origin, religion, political preference or Masonic affiliation. It is exemplified by its policy of selecting, equitably from each gender, candidates who plan to pursue preparation for their future at community or technical colleges, area vocational technical institutes, private colleges or universities, the State University System, proprietary schools, as well as other higher education institutions in our nation.

RESPONSIBIUTY MONTANA: The Grand Orator of Montana discussed with the brethren their Masonic responsibility. He said: It is my opinion that each of us has the responsibility to live our Masonic teachings in our dealings with the world at large. We are charged with the practice of Masonic ideals and principles as taught in our degree work. Particularly, I refer you to the Master's charge given to our candidate in each of the three degrees. In brief and succinct form the duties of the Mason is set forth. I would recommend to you as leaders of your lodges that you devote at least one meeting every year to a discussion and review of what those charges tell us, and told us, when we were initiated and passed and raised. To digress for just a moment, we are preparing in this session to consider a resolution to amend our code which declares it to be unmasonic conduct to solicit a person to apply for membership in our fraternity. And it is, if we are talking about asking someone to join. I submit however, that we do solicit every day of our lives, as Masons, by the lives we live before the world; and I also submit that to influence others to seek admission into our fraternity by the lives we live is a far better way to get new members than to simply ask them to join because they will not stick with us. One of the most tragic things that is bedeviling our fraternity today is the fact that Masonry means so little to so many who call themselves Masons. Can you imagine the impact if every lodge member would become a Mason in deed as well as in word? If suddenly every lodge member would do what he is obligated to do; if suddenly he would practice what he preaches; and if suddenly he would measure up to his Masonic responsibilities. Perhaps we should ask ourselves, if over the years, we are not losing sight of our mission as a fraternity. Are we mouthing our own rituals without hearing what those rituals are telling us? Each one of us is an integral part of the fraternity and each one of us is obligated to share in the work to attain our objectives. What you and I are today, and what we are willing to do today, will in large measure determine the future and destiny of Freemasonry.

RITUAL ARIZONA: The Grand Lecturer of Arizona made some interesting comments. Eachjurisdiction has different tactics, ritual and floor movements. Also, the expense of maintaining its ritual varies from jurisdiction tojurisdiction. In Arizona, the deputies appear to take care of their own expenses, and the Grand Lecturer has a very limited expense account. In his report the Grand Lecturer said: The Master Ritual was available at each Seminar and was used 14 other times. This is an increase in its use, in this Jurisdiction, and no scheduling conflicts occurred this year. Adequate copies seem to be available at this time, and with the continued cooperation of each Deputy, I don't anticipate any need for an increase in their number. Grand Master Mason insisted that Article 6-A, Section 44 1/2 be strictly enforced citing

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his theme of "Now Is the Time." Each Deputy was informed in June 1983 of his responsibilty here; and so far, I have only heard sighs of relief and comments like"... it's about time." 1984-1985 will see a continuation of this practice. Take due notice and govern yourselves accordingly. All expenses incurred by the Deputies has been absorbed by them. Dedication to the Fraternity and its perpetuation is their only reward, but I say to each of them, "God Bless you for your Love and Generosity." Your example is an inspiration to us all. I am requesting that $2,000.00 be budgeted for the expenses of this Office for the year 1984-1985.

The Grand Lecturer recommended: That the apron of the Fellowcraft be worn with one corner turned up. An appropriate message of why this is done, to accompany this change.

COLORADO: The Grand Master of Colorado is concerned about the quality of ritual in his jurisdiction. He made the following appeal to upgrade the ritual: At this time I appeal to the sense of duty and responsibility of every Lodge officer in Colorado, past and present. The state of ritualistic proficiency, in many instances, needs to be improved. This year Worshipful Masters refused to perform the funeral ceremony for brethren; why, because they are unprepared. Some Lodge officers are not prepared, nor have they performed, ritual on all three degrees. Some Worshipful Masters and Lodge Officers are not highly competent.

IDAHO: Many jurisdictions have a printed ritual, and many do not including Missouri. However, we are compelled to comment that we certainly have seen no harm to any of the jurisdictions which have a printed ritual, because of this practice. One thing is certain, the ritual does not change through the years because of its interpretation by individuals responsible for it, in those Grand Lodges that require a printed ritual. The Grand Master of Idaho said: The Master Ritual has now been replaced and is available for use by those wishing to come into the office or those who call or write for information concerning the Ritualistic Work.

CALIFORNIA: The Grand Lecturer of California discusses the general condition of the Ritual in California. He said: The ritual ofthe three degrees is near perfection at the Inspector level of instruction, as witnessed by this Grand Lecturer at the Annual Spring Conferences. Unfortunately, our ritual level begins to change quite dramatically in some of our Lodges, so dramatically it is not even recognizable at times. We have a number of Lodge Officers and Inspectors in attendance at this Communication that know which Lodges I am referring to. Brethren, we are losing candidates and our studies show a large loss after the first degree. We also know our losses remain too high after the other degrees. I have said it before and will say it again, that because some, and I do wish to qualify this adverb, some of our Officers and members practice a lackadaisical approach to the ritual of our degrees, and because of that approach we are losing the opportunity we have been given to impress the candidate with the dignity and high importance of our Fraternity. Too many times the work is done in a slipshod manner. Officers are mumbling the words because they have been poorly memorized and because they hope that others may not recognize their mistakes. This does not work and most certainly impresses no one. Many times, those who are appointed to fill vacancies have little or no advance preparation before filling a place. Some of our Officers and members believe they are the greatest

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ritualists in the world and need little or no practice before a degree, and the sad fact is they can't even speak a full sentence without being prompted. Brethren, if we are to retain our membership, if we are to retain our candidates, and if we are to insure our future survival, we must put an immediate stop to the above described practices and failure on behalf of some of our Lodges. Masters, Officers, Coaches, and Inspectors, it is your duty to see that improvements are made. Our ritual at the Lodge level must be improved if we are to return to what this Jurisdiction once was and can be, in the future.

The Grand Master of California also had some serious thoughts on the manner in which our ritual is presented, and the requirements we place on the candidate for the degrees. He said: Our ritual for each of the three Degrees requires that the candidate commit to memory a portion of the lecture, the Obligation and the answer to certain questions, to enable the candidate to pass a satisfactory proficiency prior to the conferral of the next Degree. Further, Section 2635 of the California Masonic Code states that to apply for membership in a prerequisite organization, a Mason must "have given satisfactory evidence, by strict examination in open Lodge, that he is proficient and qualified in the Candidates' Lecture of the Degree of Master Mason and not until after the lapse of one year from the date he receives the Degree of Master Mason." I have considered our problems of membership and the fact that about 18% of all who are initiated fail to become Master Masons. This past year 378 candidates forfeited their fee and contributions rather than continue on and complete their degree work. I have searched for causes. I have evaluated recommendations given me. I have inquired of actions taken by other jurisdictions and evaluated their comparative results. From this combined evaluation, I recommend the following: That the Grand Lecturer modify that portion of the First, Second and Third Degrees which will carry out the intent of this Recommendation which is that the candidate must commit to memory only the obligation and modes of recognition of each degree.

He then recommends that all other sections of California Masonic Code be amended to carry out this idea contained in the recommendation. WEST VIRGINIA: The Grand Master of West Virginia issued the following edict concerning the ritual of that jurisdiction: To properly protect our work, to assure that a candidate for Masonry is received into a healthy atmosphere wherein he can learn and properly receive the lessons to be taught, know ye that I, Charles E. Coon, Grand Master of Masons in West Virginia, do by this EDICT, require strict adherence to the following: 1. The use of such devices as arm rests, floor mats, steroscopic machines, uniforms and ritualistic regalia not authorized by the Grand Lodge is strictly forbidden and illegal. The mere possession of slides, film strips and charts depicting so called Masonic scenes and emblems violate the Laws of Masonry. 2. Henceforth from this date, each Worshipful Master will read, or cause to be read, the following charge to the Lodge, immediately prior to the introduction of the candidate on the Second Section of the Master Mason's degree: The Work that is about to take place should be a most solemn occasion in each candidate's Masonic life and must be conferred in a proficient manner which is prescribed by the Committee on Work.

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We have an excellent, tried and proven Lodge System of Masonic Education which, unfortunately, relatively few lodges use because relatively few brethren have studied and prepared themselves to present it. We must redouble our efforts in this area which is vitally important to our future. (Masonic Education Committee/Ritual Committee please notel) I look at the proficiency memorizations and examinations with mixed emotions as you've noted by the recommendations. Most of the material learned in the proficiencies is never used again except in teaching the proficiency or conferral of degrees. The material presented by the Lodge System of Masonic Education can be infinitely more significant and instructive than all of the memorized proficiencies in the world: to every Mason - new and old. I don't know at what time in the past this current memorization requirement came into being but it is not mentioned in The Old Regulations or The Landmarks! We often speak of the tremendous changes we have witnessed in the world in general and our lives in particular, yet we are so hesitant to change in Masonry. Brethren change is the only permanent thing in the world! Let us review our proficiency requirements and bring them to a more realistic state of usefulness. Wouldn't a combination of the best of the Lodge System of Masonic Education with the necessary modes of recognition and the obligations in our current proficiencies provide our new members with a more comprehensive, understandable and useful working knowledge of Freemasonry? It would certainly permit a more thorough understanding of our FraternityBrotherly Love, Relief and Truth and a basis for us to insist on the practice of them. What a significant and practical way to increase the visibility of Freemasonry!

INDIANA: The Committee on the Report of the Grand Lecturer gave the following interesting suggestions: All of the officers in each Lodge, led by the Worshipful Master, should be faithful to the trust reposed in them through their election or appointment as officers in the Lodge. They should, to the best of their ability, fulfill the responsibilities accepted by them when they were installed. They should be exemplary in their conduct in and out of the Lodge room. Their dress should be appropriate to the dignity of the honor and responsibilities they share and the importance of their example as leaders of the Craft. The Worshipful Master should be the prime example of these aspects of Freemasonry among his Brethren, before his officers, and in the community. You, as Worshipful Master, will need to give your attention to all of the above. In addition, you are the one responsible for and should insist on the performance of the ritual in the most impressive manner possible, if the lessons of our gentle Craft are to be received by and made a part of the lives of the men you receive into your midst. You, as Worshipful Master, through proper planning and Lodge administration must be considered the most important member of your Lodge, at least for the remainder of this, your year. What you have already done and what you yet must do during your tenure as Worshipful Master will, most surely, determine the success your Lodge will enjoy in the years to come. The Lodges for Instruction are designed to help you, Worshipful Master, your officers, and your membership to operate your Lodge in a manner that will make it outstanding, a welcome influence for good in your community and convince them of the high purposes of Freemasonry. You and your officers should feel a need to benefit from the counsel and guidance the Grand Lecturer and/or the Assistant Grand Lecturer are trained to provide. These Brethren are faithful to their trust as they travel the length and breadth of the state of Indiana. In these travels, they see many good things that are happening in Freemasonry and are anxious to share this wealth of information with you. They can help in almost any aspect of your Lodge activities as well as the whole of Freemasonry. Do not hesitate to ask them for help in any problem you may have facing you. You, Worshipful Master, are the designated leader of the Craft and your officers.

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You are charged with the responsibility of this high calling which has been placed in your care. We wish you every success and may God bless you in your efforts.

KANSAS: The Grand Master of Kansas recommended the following change in the Sunday meeting laws in his Grand Lodge: Recommended change: No Lodge Communication nor Masonic ceremony of any kind shall be held or conducted on Sunday except funeral ceremonies, Lodges of Sorrow, celebrations of St. John's Day and Open installations of Lodge officers. PROVIDED that nothing above shall be construed as preventing the Grand Master from convening a Special Communication of Grand Lodge whenever he deems it necessary for the welfare of the Fraternity. Reason for change: Six lodges this year requested permission to hold Sunday installations. As Grand Master I, of course, denied that permission because of the wording of this By-law. Personally, I cannot see where the open installations of our officers on Sunday would in any way violate any moral laws ofchurch or Masonry. It would certainly be one way to perhaps introduce Masonry to a larger public.

The Grand Master further recommended a change in the manner of conducting a proficiency examination: Recommended change: the examination of a Candidate upon his proficiency shall be conducted either in open Lodge on the degree previotL5ly attained by the Candidate, or by a committee of not less than three members of the Lodge appointed by the Master. The vote of the Lodge upon the proficiency of the Candidate shall be taken with the Candidate excused and the Lodge open either on the same degree or on the next highest degree. Reason for change: Some people are very self-conscious - very reluctant to speak before a large group - and having to recite from memory complicates the problem. If given an opportunity to prove up before a small committee, the person might be inclined to finish his work more quickly. This could be one reason why so many men never finish their work and might be a partial answer to our membership problem.

SCHOLARSHIPS MINNESOTA: The Grand Lodge of Minnesota does a great deal of good work through its Masonic Scholarship program. The following is a portion of that report. For the 22nd year, the committee interpreted the provisions embodied in the historical, philosophical, benchmark document creating a program: "To assist high school graduates to continue their education, the Grand Lodge provides scholarships to equal numbers of boys and girls in a program entitled Masonic Public School Scholarships. This is a program, not a contest." The steadfast commitment to avoid intrusion in the autonomy of the selection process, infringement in the curricula or management of the school system was continued by the committee. Letters, explaining the program, applications and wall posters, announcing the availability of the scholarships, were mailed to the counselors of 435 public school districts in Minnesota by Grand Secretary Hansen and his staff in late September. Publicity Chairman LeRoy Nelson prepared a copy ready announcement of the program, which the Minnesota Newspaper Association sent to its membership. Most Worshipful Grand Master Alyn N. Dull communicated details of this year's program to the Master of each constituent Lodge. Exemplary publicity of the program was carried in the Minnesota Mason, as well as the publications to the membership of the Minnesota Education Association, the Minnesota Association of School Administrators, DeMolay, Jobs Dau~hters, the Minnesota Federation of Teachers, Minnesota Pupil

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Personnel and Guidance Association, Minnesota Association of Secondary School Principals and the Minnesota School Boards Association. The program again received the sanction of the Advisory Committee for approved Activities of the Minnesota Association of Secondary School Principals. By Febraury 1, a total of four hundred seventy-two applications from two hundred seventy-five schools had been recorded by the staff at the Office of the Grand Secretary. A preliminary screening of the applications of two hundred seventy-three girls, one hundred ninety-nine boys by a select, knowledgeable committee identified the top 10 percent for final review and subsequent selection by the Scholarship Committee members on February 25. The high rate of unemployment, the continually escalating costs of post-secondary education, as well as increased competition for federal and state financial aid were considered by the committee prior to their decision to approve sixteen $1,000, two $750, and eight $500 grants.

RHODE ISLAND: The Board of Managers reported to the Grand Lodge of Rhode Island on the subject of scholarships: Scholarships: The Grand Lodge Scholarship Fund has continued to grow. As a pet project of many Grand Masters and receiving many generous gifts from lodges and brethren someday all who apply may be helped. But we haven't reached this goal yet. During this year 221 applications for scholarships were received. One hundred and forty-two worthy students were helped. The total sum of $30,900 was distributed (from the Hodges Fund, and the Grand Lodge Scholarship Fund). The Farnum Fund for graduates of schools in Newport County helped 17 applications at the sum of $3,400. And the newest scholarship fund, the Jane Burkhardt Memorial Fund for a veterinary student helped one child. The difficulties of this committee have been made easier by its chairman, Wor. Larry Robinson who with great expertise, handled a difficult task. We all know the importance of education and the tremendous financial burden placed on students and parents. We, through our scholarships, are helping. But only by your generous support will we be able to do more.

SECRET SOCIETIES From the August 23, 1985 St. Louis Globe-Democrat, under Psi-Eye by Von Hoenir, we read a most interesting Q. and A. about secret societies in America. Among the "secret societies," discussed was several related groups, including the Lodge and the Knights Templar. Others mentioned at the same time were different satanist cults and other odd-ball organizations. It was said that there were some five million Freemasons in the United States. It did say that members came from all walks of life, and that these societies seemed to satisfy the tribal or herd instincts of American males. It was estimated that one third of all adult American males were or have been members of some sort of secret society. It was suggested that Masonry's appeal seems to be its secrecy, rituals and ceremonies. It also suggested that there was a touch of the sinister with oaths that impose death to any member who betrays the group, or reveals the order's secrets. It was further suggested that the feminist movement of the future may have some influence on change in this "little boy who wants to be a part of a gang or club," idea that presently exists. It was not suggested that Freemasonry was any type of satanist or devilworshipping cult. It spoke of the Muslim terrorists of today who had their origin in the 11 th century religious order of Hashishins (hashish users) who later became known as "Assassins." It described the work of this fanatical group

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during the 12th century who were conquered by the Knights Templar. These crusaders of old were given the same name as the present Knights Templar, but probably had little actual connection with them. While a bit on the sinister side, the article covered in brief form the many cults and secret societies which have existed, and those now in operation. Actually, Freemasonry is not a secret society for everyone knows who the members are and what they do. Masons build temples, have Masonic Homes, wear pins and rings, advertize in the news media, lay cornerstones and appear in public on many occasions and even attend church wearing aprons, and jewels. No, one cannot say that Freemasonry is a truly secret society, because a purely secret society would be one that no one knew existed, who the members are, what they do or where they meet.

SOLICITATION MONTANA: The Grand Lodge of Montana received two resolutions which appear to have the same effect. No.1 would amend the code by inserting the word "improper," before the word soliciting, and Resolution No.4 submitted by another Lodge would do exactly the same. However, the first was accepted, and the No.4 was tabled. It all appeared to focus on the meaning of the word soliciting, preceded by the word improper. The sense of the Grand Lodge seemed to be that a definition of the word improper was needed. This seems to be the real key to one of the ancient charges. It may be recognized in different ways in different jurisdictions.

SOLICITATION OF E.A. AND F.C. WEST VIRGINIA: The Grand Master of West Virginia issued the following edict about the solicitation of E.A. and F.e.: Now, Therefore, Know Ye, by virtue of the authority vested in me as Grand Master of Masons in West Virginia, I, Charles E. Coon, do hereby order and declare that: I. It is illegal and improper in this Grand Jurisdiction for any Entered Apprentice or Fellow Craft to attend any activities not open to the public sponsored by any organization requiring affiliation as a prerequisite of membership; 2. It is illegal and improper in this Grand Jurisdiction for any Master Mason to discuss petitions for membership in any such organization with Entered Apprentices and Fellow Crafts; 3. It is illegal and improper in this Grand Jurisdiction for any Master Mason to petition for membership in any such organization until one year shall have passed from the date of his being raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason; 4. It is illegal and improper in this Grand Jurisdiction for anyone to discuss or cause to be discussed in our Tiled Lodges anything pertaining to such organizations not relevant to the regular order of business of a Craft Lodge; and 5. Any Entered Apprentice, Fellow Craft, or Master Mason violating this Edict shall be suqject to discipline for Un-Masonic Conduct. I direct this Edit be audibly read by each Chartered Lodge at the next stated communication after its receipt and that it be copied upon the minutes in full. Given under my hand and the seal of the Grand Master, in the State of West Virginia, at the city of Clarksburg this, the I lth day of October A.D. 1983 A.L. 5983. CHARLES E. COON, Grand Master of Masons in West Virginia

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STATUE OF LIBERTY TENNESSEE: The Grand Master of Tennessee reported the following contributions to the Statue of Liberty Foundation: On August 15, 1984 a letter was mailed to all the Lodges concerning the refurbishing of the Statue of Liberty. The Lodges responded to this request in a magnificient way. At the end of December we had sent to the Grand Lodge of New York, who in turn forwarded the contributions to the Statue of Liberty Foundation, $19,526.90. More contributions have been received since the first of the year. My brothers, I thank you for your excellent response to this worthy project.

VERMONT: The Grand Master of Vermont made this report on the Statue of Liberty program: This year, the Grand Lodge of New York will have a ceremony at the Statue of Liberty on August 5th. This will be the 1OO-year anniversary of the laying of the cornerstone. As you know, a restoration project is now underway. This project is being publicly financed, and since Freemasons have been involved with the Statue, we too are contributing to this beautiful representative of America. It will be my recommendation that we contribute $5,000.00 from our Charity Funds, and also donate $1.00 per member for one year. This will be Vermont Freemasonry's commitment to one of America's best known and most beloved symbols. Further on in this session, we will be brought up to date on the progress of the restoration project by M.W. Calvin Bond, Grand Master of New York.

TAXES WISCONSIN: The matter of taxation on real estate is very real indeed. The following statement was made by the Executive Committee through the Financial Management section to the Grand Lodge: Wisconsin Senate Bill No. 70, which would have given local communities the option to assess property taxes on our Lodges was killed, but the option to have it introduced again and its impact on each Lodge's real estate tax exemption needs to be understood by every Symbolic Lodge. Independence Lodge No. 80's tax exemption case was lost in the District Appeals Court. It has now been appealed to the Wisconsin Supreme Court, which has agreed to hear the case.

FLORIDA: The Grand Master of Florida issued the following edict about property taxes: TO: All Particular Lodges: I, Robert Louis Goldsmith, as Grand Master of Free and Accepted Masons of Florida, do hereby issue the following Executive Order: WHEREAS, Chapter 196 (74-236), Florida Statutes 1974, requires every organization claiming exemptions from taxation for real and personal property owned by it to file an application for exemption with the County Property Appraiser (formerly County Tax Assessor) prior to March 1 of each year, said applicant to list and describe the property for which exemption is claimed, certifying its ownership and use, and other information as required by law; and WHEREAS, failure to make such application between January 1 and March 1 of any year shall constitute a waiver of the exemption privilege for that particular year; and WHEREAS, applicants requesting exemption are required to supply such fiscal and other records showing in reasonable detail the financial condition, record of operation and exempt and non-exempt uses of property where appropriate, for the immediately

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preceding year as might be requested by the County Property Appraiser or the Board o'f Tax Adjustments; and WHEREAS, the failure to apply for such exemption and the resultant loss of such exemption, will create financial hardships on the Particular Lodges; Now, Therefore, I, Robert Louis Goldsmith, Grand Master, do hereby ORDER AND DIRECT that the Worshipful Master and Secretary of each of the Particular Lodges and the Memorial Lodges within this Grand jurisdiction owning real or personal property who have not compiled, to obtain the necessary application for exemption from the County Property Appraiser of their particular county and make application for real and personal property tax exemption under the aforesaid Chapter 196, immediately prior to the required date of the State of Florida, in accordance with Regulation 22.08, and failure of the Worshipful Master or Secretary to comply therewith shall subject them, and each of them, to Masonic discipline, and Further, I Order and Direct that the District Deputy Grand Master and the Grand Secretary be notified of the date of filing such exemption as specified above, immediately, per Regulation 22.08. Done and Ordered, at Melbourne, Florida, this 9th day ofjanuary, A.L. 5984, A.D. 1984. ROBERT LOUIS GoLDSMITH,

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ATTEST: William G. Wolf, Grand Secretary

NEW MEXICO: The Grand Master of New Mexico reported the following about a tax problem existing in his jurisdiction: We have been through the State-initiated tax litigation and - thanks to Brothers jerry Bloomfield, Charlie Spann and Billy Gilbert, three of our Brothers who are attorneys, we were able to present a very creditable case. Brother jerry Bloomfield did a masterfuljob of conducting our presentations during the trial. We who were present are very optimistic about our prospects. Brethren, there was more Masonry discussed and presented in that courtroon, I believe, than has ever been presented in any court anywhere to date. It was truly a Masonic Educational experience. Testifying on our behalf were: M. W. Brothers George O. Thorne, "Bud" Wortman, Alvin Ray johnson, your Grand Master; R.W. Brothers Ronald A. Brinkman, D.N. "Pack" Packwood, Mer! Kennedy, Danny Calloway, john Adkins,josephJ. Reed and R. Worshipful Brother Monroe K. Alexander, Deputy for the Scottish Rite in New Mexico. M.W. Brother Doug Lemons, Past Grand Master of California, appeared on our behalf as an expert witness and did a magnificentjob. I am very proud of each of them and they are due a big round of applause for the great job they did. Masonry is on trial- not only within our ranks but before the world - the courts and the public. Recently we were called on by the Tax department of the state of New Mexico to "prove" the justification for continuing to be a tax exempt organization. Never in my Masonic life have I been so challenged and so anxious and embarrassed to have the chink in Masonry's armor so exposed to the public. We were there and on trial and our record was there and on trial. It seemed that our prestige and importance in the communities has sunk so low that the Tax department thought it would be a good time to attack - they may be right - we are still waiting the decision of the judge!!! After taking a good look our attorney felt the difficulty of making a case for us as a charitable organization was so difficult that we would be better to present ourselves as an educational organization. Every Mason in the court room was uncomfortable with the record of our charity giving and was reassured that we are on trial- with the world as our judge and the ages as our jurors. Our Brother jerry Bloomfield did us yeoman's service in presenting our case to the court. This trial should remind each of us the Bible writers and interpreters interchange the words "Charity and Love"!!!

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TERRITORIAL JURISDICTION Since the earliest lines were drawn between states and nations there have been disputes of one kind or another. Masonic jurisdictional lines of today are no different. Each Grand Lodge is sovereign within its own boundaries, and has adopted laws governing waivers of jurisdiction. Sometimes innocently, these rules are broken. Usually, the error is recoRnized by both sides, and appropriate apologies are made so that brotherly love continues to prevail. However, there were at least two cases of "invasion of territorial integrity," that surfaced this past year. CALIFORNIA: The Grand Lodge of California withdrew fraternal relations with the Grand Lodge of New Jersey, as set forth in the address of the Grand Master of California: The Grand Lodge of California formally withdrew recognition from the Grand Lodge of New Jersey effective August 29, 1984. The basis for this decision is that the Grand Master of New Jersey has made it quite evident that the Grand Lodge of New Jersey does not intend to abide by, nor recognize the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Grand Lodge of California; nor does it recognize the laws adopted as part of the California Masonic Code. Specifically I refer to C.M.C., Section 2622 which sets forth the procedures for a resident of this Jurisdiction to receive the Degrees of Masonry outside of the jurisdictional boundaries of this Grand Lodge by first obtaining a Waiver of Jurisdiction. You should all be aware of the circumstances in connection with the making a Mason in New Jersey of Mr. Amos Jacobs, aka Danny Thomas, the entertainer. The Grand Master of New Jersey contacted me by telephone advising me of his intent to confer the Degrees on Mr. Thomas and questioned my position. He was advised of our regulations and our strong objections in the absence of a Waiver of Jurisdiction being requested. It was the decision of the Grand Master of New Jersey to confer the Degrees in that State without the required Waiver ofJurisdiction on the basis that Mr. Thomas was a "citizen of the world." Futile attempts were made over many months to bring about a reconciliation with New Jersey, but without cooperation on their part we were unable to do so. Under our C.M.C. Section 2622, Mr. Jacobs (Thomas) could not be recognized as a Mason in California nor could we contact him under our rule against solicitation. I am pleased to report that Mr. Thomas since, has applied for the Degrees of Masonry in California and clearly understands the entire situation. His application was received by Palisades Lodge No. 637 in Santa Monica and as of this writing, he is being investigated prior to his petition being voted on. He understands that without New jersey's cooperation, it will be necessary for him to again receive all three Degrees including the required proficiency. The consequences of this decision are significant. All California Masons residing in New Jersey are affected as are members of New Jersey Lodges residing in this Jurisdiction. Your Lodges are admonished not to accept them as regular Masons and you are to have no fraternal relations with a Mason carrying a New Jersey dues card, including meetings held by those organizations concordant to or subject to the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of the State of California, including but not limited to the Scottish Rite, York Rite, Eastern Star and Order of Amaranth. The alternative to your concurring with my decision would be to amend our law, specifically C.M.C. Section 2622 as at least one other jurisdiction has done, to make it possible for a resident of this Jurisdiction to apply to a Lodge in any jurisdiction without first obtaining a Waiver ofJurisdiction. However, such a change would, in my opinion, be to the detriment ofour Fraternity in general and this Jurisdiction in particular and would serve no useful purpose.

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After some correspondence was exchanged between California and New Jersey, an agreement was reached. The following letter was then issued by Grand Master Roy J. Henville of California on October 19, 1984: TO: All Grand Masters and Grand Secretaries of United States and Canadian Jurisdictions FROM: Grand Master, Grand Lodge F. & A.M. of California Brethren: I am pleased to inform you that the Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of New Jersey has agreed to comply with our requests as previously enumerated to him. These requests were made as a consequence of a violation of our territorial integrity resulting from the acceptance of an application for the Degrees of Masonry from a resident of ourJ urisdiction without the accompanying Waiver of Jurisdiction as required by our California Masonic Code. In view of the agreement to comply with our requests on the part of most Worshipful Brother Robert E. Feilbach, Grand Master of The Grand Lodge of New Jersey, it is my decision to restore recognition to the Grand Lodge of New Jersey and to resume normal Fraternal relations with that Grand Lodge as of this date. Recognition had previously been withdrawn on August 31, 1984 and has been sustained at our recently concluded Annual Communication. This is the type of information which becomes a real pleasure to impart as it restores that peace and harmony indicative of our great Masonic Fraternity.

INDIANA: M.W. Brother C. C. Faulkner, Jr., Grand Master of the Grand Lodge, F. & A.M. of Indiana, on September 21, 1984, issued the following letter to all Grand Lodges in the United States and Canada: To All Grand Lodges in the United States and Canada: I regret to advise you that I have today issued the following ORDER:

The Grand Lodge Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Indiana herewith withdraws Masonic recognition and fraternal relations with the Grand Lodge of Ancient Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Illinois. This Order is in effect until further notice from the Grand Master of Masons in Indiana, or until action is taken to the contrary at an Annual Meeting of the Grand Lodge of Indiana. The cause of my action is the refusal of the Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of A. F. & A.M. of Illinois to recoRnize and acknowledRe Indiana's leRitimate sovereiRnty over one of our own suspended members, to wit: Mr. A. B. was Entered, Passed and Raised in an Indiana Lodge. He later was suspended for an indefinite period for un-Masonic conduct by action of his Indiana Lodge. Following his suspension from the Indiana Lodge, he applied for and received the three degrees of Ancient Craft Masonry in a Lodge under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of Illinois. Requests from the Grand Master of Indiana to the Grand Master of Illinois to expel the individual and thereby return him to Indiana's sole and absolute Masonic jurisdiction have been denied. The Grand Master of Illinois was notified on August 16, 1984 that my Order withdrawing recognition would be issued unless he honored my legitimate request. In a letter to me dated September 14, 1984 the Grand Master of Illinois refused to honor Indiana's jurisdiction over one of our own suspended members, and at the time of his refusal the Grand Master of Illinois had full knowledge that Indiana would consider his refusal to be a severance of relationships between our two Grand Lodges and that I would reciprocate in kind if our jurisdictional integrity was ignored. I deeply regret that this action on the part of the Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of Illinois has made my Order necessary.

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The above was followed on October 17, 1984 with a supplemental order that included all appendant and concordant bodies in Indiana. This order was all inclusive and Illinois members could not affiliate with nor sit in Indiana Lodges or appendant bodies. So far as we know the matter has not been settled at the time we go to press. However, Grand Master Faulkner issued the following order on October 25, 1984: 1. The order of September 21, 1984 withdrawing recognition of the Grand Lodge of Illinois is now temporarily suspended and held in abeyance pending the timely disposition of the action instituted by the Grand Lodge of Illinois. 2. The order dated October 17, 1984 also is temporarily suspended and held in abeyance for the same reason. Here the matter rests.

APPENDIX TO CALIFORNIA-NEW JERSEY MATTER It seems that a Past Grand Master of New Jersey, M.W. Brother Thomas Dougherty, is the Director of the Hospital Visitation Program of the Masonic Service Association of the United States. In this capacity he was in the process of producing a film, entitled, "When the Band Stops Playing." Quite understandably the M.S.A. wanted to give the film all the "push" it could, and sought to get the President of the United States to make the introduction. It seemed for a time that he would do it. Finally, it became obvious that he would be unavailable because of more important commitments in the line of duty of the President of the United States. The following was told by M.W. Brother Dougherty to the Grand Lodge of Michigan: In October we contacted the President's office in the White House. He is in favor of volunteerism and said he wanted to do something to help us with our film. He said he would do the introduction. We told him we needed, we had to have, the film by the first of January and therefore we had to get this thing wrapped up by that time. Week after week went by and I called the White House and they'd say, "You haven't heard from him? He sounded pretty good," and finally the last week in December I got a notice from the President that he wouldn't be able to do it because of the Lebanon situation, he just couldn't honor his commitment and it would be summer before he could get to do this. We were in a bind and we had no one of prominence to introduce that film which was really needed. About a week later, I got a phone call from Beverly Hills, California, and a voice on the other end of the line said, "Tom, I understand you are having a problem. I understand you need somebody to introduce that film that you have made for the Masonic Service Association." He says, "I've been into a lot of hospitals and I've seen the Masonic volunteers at work." He said, "I admire the Masonic fraternity. I'm going to be in New York the 14th of March. I'm going to do a show at the Hilton Hotel in New York and if you can make arrangements to get a film crew somewhere between Washington and New York I'll be glad to do the introduction of that film for you if you'd like me to." I said, "Boy, you've really saved our skin." He said, "Another thing, I want you to know something that the admiration I have had for the Masonic fraternity is such that I would like to become a member. How do I go about it?" I said, "You just did. If you will write me a letter I'll see what I can do for you." This is the letter that was written to me: "Dear Tom: "I have always had a great respect for the Masonic fraternity. Charitable work is very dear to my heart and your program with the Masonic Service Association and the Hospital Visitation Program is highly commendable. "Because of this type of program and other charitable endeavors that the Masonic

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fraternity sponsors, I would like to petition the Masonic Lodge for membership and I would appreciate if you could assist me in securing a petition for the Degrees of Masonry. This will be a special honor for me in keeping with my lifelong dedication to the fight against cancer and other catastrophic diseases of children. "As a Mason I would be able to render further assistance in the great work being done for other unfortunates by your time honored fraternity. "With a fervent prayer that you will be able to grant my request and my wish that almighty God will bless you and your loved ones, I remain your friend, "Danny Thomas" Danny Thomas was sent a petition. It was presented to Gothic Lodge in Hamilton Square, New Jersey, and it was accepted for membership. On the 15th of March he came to Trenton and in the morning he did the introduction to that film which is entitled, "When the Band Stops Playing." That afternoon Danny Thomas, through dispensation of the Grand Master, received the Entered Apprentice, Fellowcraft and Master Mason Degrees in full form. He wasn't made a Mason on sight. He has been assigned an instructor. He is enthused about Masonry. It is because of this kind of program that Danny Thomas was attracted to our fraternity. Charity. As long as we start to do things like this, my Brethren, in our communities, we are going to make the world aware that we are somebody special. I hope you will take advantage of this film. Your Grand Secretary has a copy. He had a little problem with it but it will be back pretty soon, and it is available to be shown to any organization, especially non-Masonic. It is entitled, "When the Band Stops Playing" and runs 23 minutes. Danny Thomas does the introduction to it.

And according to M.W. Brother Dougherty this is how and why Danny Thomas petitioned a New Jersey Lodge. The rest is history.

THEODORE ROOSEVELT MUSEUM NORTH DAKOTA: The Grand Lodge of North Dakota is considering a Theodore Roosevelt Museum at Medora, North Dakota. The following was presented to the Grand Lodge: Two years ago at Grand Lodge (in Medora) an idea took form and a museum honoring Theodore Roosevelt as a Mason was discussed among 10-15 brothers. The idea lay dormant for about six months and then at one of the Policy & General Purposes Committee Meetings the idea was presented to them. As a result, the following brothers were named to a Committee to look into the possibilities of such a project. They are: M.W. Arne J. Springan (5), P.G.M.; R.W. Jack Rowe J.G.W.; Brothers Harold Schafer (5); Orlando V. "Duke" Ellingson (132); and Gerald Curl (88), Chairman. The Committee met in Bismarck in February 1984 and a number of ideas were discussed. There are several places in Medora that are available as sites for such a building. A brother has offered to donate the site for the building if such a project becomes a reality. In order to properly display and house such things that would be in a museum of this type, it would be necessary to be looking at a building of 50' by 100' at the smallest. Such a building finished, landscaped and furnished inside would be in the neighborhood of approximately $400,000 to $500,000. This seems like a lot of money, but if such a building is to become a reality, it should be done in a proper manner. If in the future the brothers of this Grand Lodge decide to enter into such a project, it is the Committee's recommendation that all the money be in hand before any construction is begun. The design of this building should be a blend of Masonic and Western to blend in with the City of Medora. The disposition of the museum, on completion, would be put in the hands of a non-profit corporation set up to govern and run the building (no connection with Grand Lodge). The Grand Master would be the Chairman of the Board and the Masters of the

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Lodges in the Southwestern part of North Dakota would be the directors. The building should be self-supporting as the Committee feels that contributions by visitors would pay the necessary expenses. Two apartments could be built in the back or as a second story to the Building. These apartments would be used by retired or worthy brothers chosen by the governing board to operate the museum during the summer months. These apartments would be rent free for these brothers who would be caring for the building. The light of Masonry should not be hid from the public and the important fact that Theodore Roosevelt was a Mason and was once a resident ofour State, should be brought to the attention of the approximately 250,000 people who are potential visitors to the Medora area each year. We feel that something should be done to inform the masses that he was a Mason and a respected citizen of our State. We hope that you will think about this and discuss it with your Lodge brothers.

TORNADO DISASTER RELIEF PROGRAM SOUTH CAROLINA: We all remember the terrible disaster of a tornado in certain counties in South Carolina. The Grand Master brought this to the attention of his Grand Lodge. This recorded in the proceedings of South Carolina: One of the first items which the Grand Master brought to the attention of the Craft was the Tornado Disaster Relief Program which was instituted due to the tornados which struck in nine counties in South Carolina. He appointed a Relief Committee consisting of the following: H. Dwight McAlister, Grand Secretary, Joel W. Frampton. Jr., Grand Treasurer, and John B. Maxey, Chairman, Finance Committee. During the time the Grand Master was talking about the need, the Distinguished Guests took up an offering for the Relief Program which amounted to $142.00. He then recognized Worshipful Brother Jerry R. Burnett, Manager, Piedmont Chapter. American Red Cross. who gave a report of the work of the Red Cross and the involvement of Lodges and Masons in the work. He especially cited Winnsboro Lodge No. 11, mentioning the fact that Winnsboro Lodge was the hub of the operation with the officers and members assisting. In fact, the Lodge Hall was used as the communications center for relief in that particular area. Worshipful Brother Burnett presented to the Worshipful Master and members of Winnsboro Lodge a Certificate of Appreciation on behalf of the President of the American Red Cross for their assistance in relieving the needs of the distressed.

TRIBUTE TO AMERICAN FLAG MINNESOTA: Brother Duane E. Anderson gave the following tribute to the flag at the opening of the Grand Lodge of Minnesota: "I am the American flag. 1was bornJune 14, 1777.1 am more thanjust a piece of cloth shaped into a design. I am the inspiration for American patriots who sacrificed their lives, their fortunes, and their sacred honor. 1 was in the hands of our first president in the blood and snow of Valley Forge. I was there when our nation was born, small, with a wilderness at her back and seas at her sides, and not one friendly neighbor to whom she as a young struggling infant nation, could apply for help when in distress. 1 have led your sons into battle from that cold. cruel valley to the deadly jungles of Viet Nam, and recently home. I still have in my memory those bright, beautiful young men who died for me at Pork Chop Hill, Verdun, Normandy, Pearl Harbor, Iwo Jima, the Coral Sea, Okinawa, Corregidor. and the Asian jungles half a world away. And when they died for me, I wrapped them in my love and draped honor over their coffins in the sizzling deserts, steaming jungles, and storming seas. 1 walk in silence with each of your

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honored dead to their final resting place beneath the silent white crosses row upon row. I fly proudly over their green graves in all those places, praying that wars might end forever. Yes, I, your American flag, have lived long, traveled far, and endured much. A million lives and more were sacrificed to keep me as the majestic symbol of freedom under constitutional government. Beneath my protecting folds, liberty, equality, and fraternity have become the heritage of every citizen while the oppressed of many nations have found peace and happiness in this great land over which I float. I call out to all, everywhere: "Come to my shores and to my sides, all who are tired, poor, oppressed, and yearn to breathe free. Come, and I shall be your guarantee of Liberty." Yes, be proud, I say, of your country. For there is so much about her that is beautiful, compassionate, tender, powerful, yet gentle. In spite of all her sins, and there are many, and in spite of her shame, and she has her share, I am proud of America. Show me any other country which is stainless, spotless, sinless, or shameless over whose people I could fly with greater honor. No country knows greater freedom than my country. No country offers her people more opportunities than America. Yes, be proud, I say, of our imperfect, yet, great America. I, your American flag, speak. Honor me, respect me, defend me with your lives, your fortunes, and your sacred honor. Do not let my enemies tear me down from my lofty position lest I never return. Keep alight the fires of patriotism, strive earnestly for the spirit of democracy, worship eternal God and keep His commandments. And I, your American flag, shall be the bulwark of peace and freedom for all mankind everywhere. The flags of mighty empires have come and gone, yet I still remain. Alone of all flags, I speak with the sovereignty of the people which endures when all else passes away. Speaking with their voice, I have the sanctity of revelation. For he who lives under me, and is loyal to me, is loyal to truth and justice everywhere. So long as 1, your American flag fly, government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth.

UNUSUAL SOUTH CAROLINA: The Grand Master's Caravan is a bit unusual, but it attracted a great deal of interest: One of my projects this past year has been to encourage visitation to other lodges by the Craft. I have found that this promoted better unity and much larger attendance in every lodge where practiced in their respective district or without the district. In August, 1983, a trip was promoted to Tennessee to witness the "Cave Degree" held at Kingston, Tenn., annually. I was pleasantly surprised when over eighty brethren signed to go. A bus was chartered for the Spartanburg, Greenville, Anderson area. Brethren from Columbia and Charleston also attended, plus the elective line of Grand Lodge. The degree was conferred by the Past Grand Masters of Tennessee. It was such a successful weekend trip that upon our return to South Carolina, a seventy-five-year old brother asked, "Where is the Grand Master's Caravan going next?" and thus the title of "Grand Master's Caravan."

VIDEO TAPING PAST GRAND MASTERS OKLAHOMA: The Oklahoma Lodge of Research has purchased video taping system and has endeavored to tape all living Past Grand Masters. This will be a valuable collection of voices, faces and statements in years to come. It was said: We wish to compliment Brother Ray K. Babb,jr. and the other members of the video taping committee on the project of taping all living Past Grand Masters. They are doing an excellent job and have about completed the current pr~iect. These brethren have

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many jewels of knowledge, and it should and must be- recorded for posterity. The Oklahoma Lodge of Research has purchased a complete video taping system and contemplates many projects to utilize the equipment on. In closing we wish to express our appreciation to all Grand Lodge Officers, Constituent Lodges, and members, for their support during the past year.

WHAT IS WRONG WITH FREEMASONRY KANSAS: The Grand Master of Kansas gave this presentation of "What is wrong with Freemasonry." We thought it very fitting. I'm mad when I go to one lodge where the ritual is letter-perfect and the officers take pride in their work, and then into another lodge where the officers are merely going through the motions - totally unconcerned - in some cases not even reading it correctly. I'm mad when I visit a lodge where the Master has a program, where there is enthusiasm and a desire to participate, and in the next lodge I find a Master with not a sign of a program and the Craft yawning and wondering how soon they can leave - if, indeed, they showed up at all. I'm mad when I go to a lodge to find dedicated Masons sitting in the chairs and a waiting list of brethren anxious to get started in the line, and in the next lodge they have to flip a coin - with the loser serving as Master for the coming year. This is Masonry? Brethren, I'm going to tell you what's wrong with OUT fraternity. First, I am compelled to say that it would be a terrible mistake for me to talk about what's wrong without acknowledging that there is a great deal that's right about this thing we call Freemasonry. There are so many good and wonderful things in this fraternity. But let me tell you what is wrong and what is tragic about our brotherhood. Right here, in this auditorium this morning, there is enough potential Masonic power to change everyone of our lodges - to revitalize the entire Masonic fraternity of Kansas. There is a story about Benjamin Franklin and his discovery of electricity. The story says that Franklin stood under a darkened sky and literally wept as he saw great streaks of lightning racing across the horizon. He wept because such enormous energy was going unharnessed - unused - wasted. As Grand Master, there have been many times when it would have been easy to weep because there is so much unharnessed power going to waste in this fraternity of ours. I see the need - I see what this fraternity must do ifit is to fulfill its God-given mission of the Brotherhood of Man under the Fatherhood of God. Brethren, I see three things wrong with our fraternity - or more correctly, wrong with us. First ... there are so many of us who cannot get beyond our own needs as we perceive them and reach out to others. We spend more time complaining about what Masonry is or isn't doing than we spend reaching out with a helping hand to our brethren. Second ... too many of us have no vision of what Masonry IS, and what Masonry should DO to fulfill our destiny. To be a real Mason is to be dedicated to a vision that has as its basis Faith, Hope and Charity. Third ... far too many of us have no real dedication to Masonry. We seem to be marking time, so to speak, until something better comes along. Brethren, we are all responsible for this apathy that is so prevalent in our beloved fraternity. Our elders must not cease to remain active. Their experience must not go to waste - they must assume the role of advisors, but remember not to become dictators.

WIDOWS PROGRAM RHODE ISLAND: The Grand Master of Rhode Island at his installation devoted some time to his plans for the coming year. Among his plans was one to recognize the widows of deceased Master Masons. He said: One of the rewards for some of us who have had the opportunity to represent our

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Grand Lodge at otherjurisdictions, is the gaining of knowledge. By that, I mean, what is being done to make us aware of certain points in the obligation we took upon ourselves during our initiatory period of our Lodge. The point I bring to your notice today, my brethren, is that of the Widows and Orphans of Master Masons - so far as I can do the same - "so far as I can do the same" - how will we know "so far" if we never start? How many here today could go home and honestly say to his wife, "if anything happens to me, the Lodge will look after you." We would do the Memorial Service and be bearers if requested, but then how many Lodges would concern themselves with the widows of its departed brothers or make an effort to display to the widows that it cares? My Brothers, they have to know they are remembered, by your actions, and know they are still part of the Masonic family. We must stay in contact with our widows, for we need each other. They need us to help them with the many small things we can do. We need then, not only to fulfill that one point in our obligation, but as our best means of publicity and community awareness, when they tell their friends, both young and old, that a member of my husband's Masonic Lodge did that for me. Again - reach out and touch someone! Think about it, my Brothers. It will be my goal during my term as Grand Master, to start a Masonic Widows Program, and to attempt to fulfill our obligation to them, and to extend the hand of fellowship to the widows of our deceased brothers. EPILOGUE

For the past twenty-four years this Fraternal Correspondent has been privileged to write "A Masonic Review," for the information of our brethren in Missouri. It has been a great and rewarding experience that I shall never forget. The incoming Grand Master offered to continue this appointment for another year, but for personal reasons we found it necessary to decline with deepest appreciation. May the next Fraternal Correspondent derive as much pleasure and satisfaction from his appointment as we have received. So mote it be! Amen.

INDEX Annual Communication: 4c Appendix to California - New Jersey matter: 73c Believers or atheists: 4c Berlin Holocaust: 6c Bigotry: 7c Buildings: 8c A cabin called "Blue Lodge": 8c Cancer center: 8c Centennials: IOc Charity: IOc Clubs: IOc Computer: Ilc Condition of the Craft: Ilc District communicators: 15c Dual/Plural membership: 15c Dues card not Certificate of Good Standing: 16c Edict rejected: 16c Editing committee: 17c Education: 17c Financial: 18c First Grand Lodges: 18c Form of petitions for degrees: 22c Freedom and religion: 22c Freemasonry faces opposition: 25c Freemasonry today: 27c Funerals: 28c George Washington Masonic National Memorial: 28c Grand Masters Conference: 29c

Lodge and O.E:S. not to meet on same night: 40c Masonic all-state band: 41c Masonic bodies recognized: 41 c Masonic dates: 41c Masonic Homes: 42c Masonic Round Table: 46c Masonic Service Association: 47c The Masonic Trinity: 47c Masonic Villa: 53c Masonry and railroading: 53c Membership: 57c Moon Lodge Centennial: 57c Mt. Rushmore: 58c National Sojourners: 58c News releases approved by Grand Master: 58c Oath or obligation: 59c Petition to other Masonic bodies: 59c Prince Hall Masonry: 59c Public Relations: 60c Public School Program: 61c Responsibility: 62c Ritual: 62c Scholarships: 66c Secret societies: 67c Solicitation: 68c Solicitation of E.A. and F.A.: 68c Statue of Liberty: 69c

Hawaii: 32c History of a Missouri Lodge: 33c Holy Saints John: 35c

Taxes: 69c Territorial jurisdiction: 71 c Theodore Roosevelt Museum: 74c Tornado Disaster Relief Program: 75c Tribute to American Flag: 75c

Iran: 37c

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Leadership: 37c Libraries: 38c Life Membership: 38c

Video taping Past Grand Masters: 76c What is wrong with Freemasonry: 77c Widows program: 77c

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INDEX FOR 1985 PROCEEDINGS ADDRESS OF GRAND MASTER.......................................... Acknowledgements Action on Junior Past Grand Master's Recommendations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Anti-Masonry Area Meetings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Conclusion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Conferences and Grand Lodge Visits Consents and Permissions Consolidations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Dispensations Education at the Lodge Level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Federal Constitution Month The Freemason

Grand Master's Itinerary 1984-1985 Healings The Masonic Family The Masonic Home of Missouri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Masonic Youth Organizations .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Masonry in Action Necrology. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Memorial Service New Lodge Development. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Recommendations Re-Districting Ritual Rulings, Decisions, and Directives State of the Craft Suspension of Lodges for Nonattendance at Grand Lodge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Trial Commissions , Alphabetical List of Lodges , Amendments of By-Laws ADOPTED by Grand Lodge at 1985 Annual Communication In re: Section 2.010(1). Search Committee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. In re: Section 2.040(q). Grand Secretary In re: Section 2.170(b). Retirement and Pensions Amendments of By-Laws PROPOSED at 1985 Annual Communication and ADOPTED by Grand Lodge at 1985 Annual Communication In re: Section 1.010. Time and Place In re: Section 9. 180. Lodge Education Officer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Amendments of By-Laws REJECTED by Grand Lodge at 1985 Annual Communication In re: Section 2.170(a). Retirement and Pensions In re: Section 2.170(d). Retirement and Pensions In re: Section 6.101. Location (Grand Lodge Office Building) Amendment of Constitution PROPOSED at 1985 Annual Communication to lie over for Action at 1986 Annual Communication In re: Section 2.01 of ARTICLE III. Officers Amendments of By-Laws PROPOSED at 1985 Annual Communication to lie over for Action at 1986 Annual Communication In re: Section 1.010. Time and Place In re: Section 4.070. District Education Officer In re: Section 5.010. Standing Committees In re: Section 5.191. Youth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

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re: Section 5.192. Long Range Planning 170 re: Section 11.020. Support of Petition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 171 re: Section 11.030. Petitioners 172 re: Section 11.050. Membership of Petitioners 172 re: .Section .11.100. No Transfer of Single Membership from Lodge Under Dispensation 173 Announcements of M.W. Grand Master-Elect Charles E. Scheurich TIME and PLACE of 165th Annual Communication (September 1986) 72 Grand Master's Breakfast of Perseverance Lodge No. 92 at Louisiana 63 Appointments 173 Biographical Sketch of M.W. Grand Master Vern H. Schneider............... i Board of Directors of Masonic Home of Missouri (1984-1985) 44 Board of Directors of Masonic Home of Missouri (1985-1986) 182 II, 72 Call From Labor 12, 79 Call To Labor 5, 11 Call To Order CEREMONIAL PRESENTATION OF CONTRIBUTIONS FOR THE GRAND 105 LODGE DISASTER-RELIEF FUND Closing 177 District Deputy Grand Lecturers (1985-1986) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 182 182 District Deputy Grand Masters (1985-1986) 42, 71 Election of Grand Lodge Officers Election of Masonic Home Directors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 148 Fifty-Year Button Recipients During Year 1984-1985 Grand Lodge Dinner 73 Grand Lodge Officers (1984-1985) 3,5 Grand Lodge Officers (1985-1986) 173, 178, Back Cover Grand Master's Award - Lodge of Merit................................... 10 Grand Representatives Appointed and Recommended 140, 163 Grand Representatives To and From Missouri. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 233 Grand Secretary's Tabular Statement 198 Honor Lodges - GRAND LODGE ACHIEVEMENT AWARD 73, 82 Honor Lodges - GRAND MASTER'S AWARD (Masonic Home) . . . . . . . . . . . .. 10 Honor Lodges - GRAND MASTER'S CERTIFICATE OF MERIT . . . . . . . . . .. 73 Honor Lodges - TEN YEAR GRAND LODGE ACHIEVEMENT AWARD ... 73 Installation Installing Officers 173 Grand Lodge Officers for 1985-1986 173 Introductions Board of Directors and Staff of Masonic Home of Missouri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 123 Newly Elected Members of Masonic Home Board of Directors 8 District Deputy Grand Lecturers ...................... 8 District Deputy Grand Masters Grand Lodge Officers (1984-1985) 5 Grand Masters and Past Grand Masters of Other Grand Lodges 7 Grand Officers of Other Grand Lodges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Masonic Service Association Field Agents 66 6 Past Grand Masters of Missouri ............ 8 Past Grand Treasurer of Missouri Representatives of Organizations of THE MASONIC FAMILY of Missouri 8, 11 Jurisprudence Committee Report On Consents, Permissions, and Healing Orders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 124 On Decisions 124 On Dispensations 124

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On Proposed Amendments of By-Laws In re: Section 1.010. Time and Place 133 In re: Section 2.010(1). Search Committee 127 In re: Section 2.040(q). Grand Secretary 127 In re: Section 2.170(a). Retirement and Pensions 129 In re: Section 2.170(b). Retirement and Pensions 128 In re: Section 2.170(d). Retirement and Pensions 128 In re: Section 6.101. Location (Grand Lodge Office Building) 130 On Proposed Resolutions In re: Section 9.180. Lodge Education Officer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 132 In re: STANDING RESOLUTION. "Entity for Granting Scholarships/Loans for Public School Graduates." 132 Remarks of Chairman 129, 130 List of Elected Officers of the Grand Lodge, A.F. and A.M. of Missouri From Its Organization: April 23, 1821 236 Lodge Directory by Districts 213 Masonic Home of Missouri 44 Officers, Directors, Staff (1984-1985) 182 Officers, Directors, Staff (1985-1986) Recognition of Lodges of Merit and Presentation of GRAND MASTER'S AWARD 9 Report................................................................. 46 Tour.................................................................. 73 Ic "A MASONIC REVIEW" 10 Messages and Greetings Missouri Lodge of Research Annual Communication 72 Officers (1985-1986) 182 Report................................................................. 66 67 Amplification of Master Motion for Reconsideration of Supplemental Report of the Committee on Ritual 120 10 Nominations for Masonic Home Board of Directors Numerical List of Lodges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 191 Opening................................................................. 6 Other Appointments The Auditor 181 Liaison Officers to Youth Organizations 181 Past Grand Masters of Missouri - Living . . . . . .. 181 Past Grand Treasurer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 182 Photographs Grand Master Vern H. Schneider (1984-1985) Frontispiece Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich (1985-1986) 256 Grand Lodge Officers (1984-1985) 2 Masonic Home Board of Directors and Eastern Star Grand Chapter Advisory Board............................................................. 43 105 Presentations of Contributions for MEXICAN RELIEF Presentations to Lodges of Merit - GRAND MASTER'S AWARD Plaques. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 M.W. Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich (1985-1986) 174,176 M.W. Grand Master Vern H. Schneider (1984-1985) 66,87, 176 RW. Brother Alfred E. Spencer 97 9 Retiring Members of Masonic Home Board of Directors Presentation of Resolutions for Action in 1985 In re: Section 1.010. Time and Place 133

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In re: Section 9.180. Lodge Education Officer............................. 41 In re: STANDING RESOLUTION. "Entity for Granting Scholarships/Loans for Public School Graduates." . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 41 Proficiency Cards and Certificates III Proposed Amendment of Constitution Presented for Action in 1986 In re: Section 2.01 of ARTICLE III 167 Proposed Amendments of By-Laws Presented for Action in 1986 In re: Section 1.010. Time and Place 168 In re: Section 4.010. District Education Officer 168 In re: Section 5.010. Standing Committees 169 In re: Section 5.191. youth 169 In re: Section 5.192. Long Range Planning 170 In re: Section 11.020. Support of Petition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 171 In re: Section 11.030. Petitioners. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 172 In re: Section 11.050. Membership of Petitioners 172 In re: .Section .11.100. No Transfer of Single Membership from Lodge Under Dispensation 173 Recognition of Lodges of Merit and Presentation of GRAND MASTER'S AWARD............................................................. 9 Remarks M.W. Grand Master Vern H. Schneider 6,7,9, 10, 11,65,79,87, 121, 122, 123, 129, 131, 132, 176 M.W. Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich 174, 176 9,40, 121 R.W. Deputy Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich M.W. Past Grand Master J. Edward Blinn 120 67 M.W. Past Grand Master William H Chapman 7 M.W. Past Grand Master Harold O. Grauel M.W. Past Grand Master J. C. Montgomery, Jr 104 5, 6 M.W. Past Grand Master Fielding A. Poe 131 M.W. Past Grand Master Walter L. Walker R.W. Grand Lecturer Stanton T. Brown 8,121,122,123 M.W. Past Grand Master Nelson of Arizona 105 M.W. Grand Master James Dunn of Colorado............................. 71 M.W. Grand Master E. Gene Ross of Illinois 10 M.W. Grand Master George R Tolen of Indiana.......................... 42 M.W. Grand Master Harold D. Paschal of Iowa 65 63 M.W. Grand Master Arris M. Johnson of Kansas M.W. Grand Master Robert A. Metcalf of Nebraska. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 87 R.W. Deputy Grand Master George A. Wallinger of Wisconsin. . . . . . . . . . . . .. 95 RW. Grand Secretary John E. Shaver of Oklahoma 99 RW. Brother Stewart M. L. Pollard, Executive Secretary of the Masonic Service Association of the United States. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 66 R.W. Grand Marshal Mitchell R. Milller of Alaska 120 RW. Brother Walter C. Ploeser, Sovereign Grand Inspector General, Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite, Orient of Missouri 65 Wor. Brother James M. Williams, Most Excellent Grand High Priest of the Royal Arch Grand Chapter of Missouri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 70 Wor. Brother Donald L. Hiatte, Right Eminent Grand Commander of the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of Missouri 72 Louise Meffert, Worthy Grand Matron of the Grand Chapter of Missouri, Order of the Eastern Star . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Wor. Brother George A. Jursch, Worthy Grand Patron of the Grand Chapter of Missouri, Order of the Eastern Star . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Miss Karri Kaeser, Grand Bethel Honored Queen of the Grand Bethel of Mis11 souri, International Order of .Job's Daughters

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Miss Jill Winner, Grand Worthy Advisor o(the Grand Assembly of Missouri, International Order of the Rainbow for Girls Brother Milford W. Eaves, Jr., State Master Councilor of the Grand Conclave of Missouri, International Order of DeMolay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wor. Brother Harold E. Thornton, Chairman of Building Supervisory Board............................................................. R.W. Brother Orville L. Livingston, Chairman of Committee on Mileage and Per Diem RW. Brother Charles Goodman RW. Brother Leo H. Pitts, Past Master of Hermitage Lodge No. 288 R.W. Brother Earl F. Bowman, Past Master of Gate City Lodge No. 522 Unidentified Brothers 123, 129, 131, Report of the Auditor Report of the Grand Lecturer Report of the Grand Secretary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Fifty-Year Button Recipients During Year 1984-1985 Supplemental Report Report of the Grand Treasurer Report on Amount of Contributions by Lodges for the Grand Lodge DisasterRelief Fund Report of the Masonic Home of Missouri Report of the Missouri Lodge of Research Amplification of Master Reports of Committees Appeals and Grievances Building Supervisory Board Remarks of Chairman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. By-Laws Chartered Lodges Correspondence "A MASONIC REVIEW" 6, Credentials Entertainment of Distinguished Guests Formation of New Lodges Remarks of Chairman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association Grand Lodge Charity Grand Lodge Office Building . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Grand Master's Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Jurisprudence Lodges Under Dispensation Long Range Planning Masonic Boards of Relief. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Masonic Education. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Honor Lodges (1984-1985) Ten Year Certificates Mileage and Per Diem Remarks of Chairman Necrology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Preparation of Manual for Lodge Secretaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Public Relations Public Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Re-Districting Relief and Charity Ritual

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Proficiency Cards and Certificates III Supplemental Report 120 163 Ways and Means Budget for Year October 15, 1985-0ctober 14, 1986 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 164 Youth 107 Resolutions Presented and Adopted In re: Section 1.010. Time and Place 133 In re: Section 9.180. Lodge Education Officer 41,132 In re: STANDING RESOLUTION. "Entity for Granting Scholarships! 41, 132 Loans for Public School Graduates" Roll of "Dead" Lodges Under the Jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of Missouri 241 Scheurich, Charles E. - GRAND MASTER 1985-1986 Announcement of TIME and PLACE of 1986 Annual Communication 72 Announcement of Grand Master's Breakfast of Perseverance Lodge No. 92 63 175 Installation Address Photograph 256 Presentation of Certificates of Appreciation 9 9,40, 121, 174, 176 Remarks Report of the Masonic Home of Missouri. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 42 Lodges Achieving Goal for Western Unit 9 Schneider, Vern H. - GRAND MASTER 1984-1985 13 Address Announcements 9, II, 79 Biographical Sketch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i Photograph Frontispiece 5 Presentation and Introduction Presentation of Awards: Grand Lodge Achievement Award Medallions........................... 73 10 GRAND MASTER'S AWARD - Lodge of Merit "GRAND MASTER'S CERTIFICATE OF MERIT" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 73 Ten Year Achievement Award Certificates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 73 Certificate to R.W. Brother Alfred E. Spencer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 97 THE TRUMAN MEDAL 77 Presentations to M.W. Brother Vern H. Schneider 66, 87, 176 6,7,9,10,65,79,87,121,122,123,129,131,176 Remarks Special Committees (1985-1986) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 180 Standing Committees (1985-1986) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 179 Supplemental Report of Committee on Ritual 120 Motion for Reconsideration of Supplemental Report of Committee on Ritual 120 REJECTION of Supplemental Report of Committee on Ritual. . . . . . . . . . . . .. 123 THE TRUMAN MEDAL 77

OFFICERS

Grand Lodge of Missouri 1985-1986 CHARLES E. SCHEURICH .................â&#x20AC;˘...... M.W. Grand Master 124 Meadow Lane. Columbia 65203 P. VINCENT KINKEAD Depuly Grand Masler Route 2, Box 243, Farmington 63640 WILLIAM H. WISBROCK . Senior Grand Warden 733 Landscape Avenue, Webster GrO\'es 63119 THOMAS K. MCGUIRE. JR Junior Grand I\'arden Route 5, Box 255, Rogersville 65742 W. MARION LUNA ... . Grand Treasurer 125 South Main Street, Piedmont 63957

fRANK A. ARNOLD Grand Secretary 800 Highway 63 North. Columbia 65201-6697 STA TO

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. Grand Leeillrer Route I, Box 225, Buckner 64016 ROBERT D. JE:'-:KINS '.' Senior Grand Deacon 7741 Troost Avenue, Kansas City 64131 THOMAS C. WARDE junior Grand Deacon Route #3, Owensville 65066 DANIEL F. COLE. . . . . . . . . . .... . ..... Senior Grand Sieward 6023 Southern Drive, Affton 63123 D. ROBERT DOWNEY Junior Grand Sieward 13006l\1usket Court, St. Louis 63146 FRANK AMES ARNOLD Senior Grand Marshal 733 Main Street, Boonville 65233 K. ROGER PENNEL junior Grand Marshal P.O. Box 157, Fairfax 64446 FRANK W. HAZELRIGG, JR. . Grand Sword Bearer 505 Highway Z, Fulton 65251 S. GLE:'-::\ LI:\EBARGER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Grand PlIr.Hlit'anl Route 2, Box 349. Cassville 65625 THE RE\'. CECIL H. HURT. .. . . . . . . ...... . .. Gralld Chaplain 505 Missouri. Vandalia 63382 THE RE\'. W. TRIBBEY NICKERSO:\ Grand Clw/,/ain 2309 Erie Street, :\orth Kansas City 64116 THE RE\'. RICHARD A. BEHR Gralld Chaplain 4025 Penns),h'ania A\'enue, St. Louis 63118 THE RE\'. RONALD R. BOLLI:\'GER . Gralld Chaplain 104 Fir\\'ood Dri\'e, Webster Groves 63119 THE REV. CARL L. RADFORD. . . ....... . Grand Chaplain 2334 South Dollison Avenue, Springfield 65807 THE REV. ELMER E. REVELLE Gralld Chaplain 810 South Grant Street, Desloge 6360 I THE REV. ALLEN L. VANCIL. . . .... Gmlld Chaplain 205 Duff Street, Macon 6%52 ALVIN J. LAUENER .. Grand Omlor 2609 West 32nd Street, Joplin 64801 DR. WILBUR R. ENNS . Grand Oralor 506 Bourn Avenue, Columbia 65203 'vVILLIAM G. BARNETT Grand Tiler Route I, Box 258, Harrisburg 65256 The 165th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge will be held at Springfield, Missouri, beginning on Monday, September 29, 1986.