1986 Proceedings - Grand Lodge of Missouri by Missouri Freemasons

BIOGRAPHICAL CHARLES E. SCHEURICH

Grand Master 1985-1986 At the close of the 164th Annual Communication in St. Louis October 1, Charles E. Scheurich of Columbia was installed as Grand Master, succeeding the outgoing Grand Master, Vern H. Schneider of St. Louis. M.W. Bro. Charles Edward Scheurich was born january 10, 1922, atJoplin, Missouri. He continued to live in that area and was educated in the joplin Public Schools, graduating from high school in 1939. He attended the joplin Business College in 1940-41 with later Continuing Education Courses at the University of Missouri and the University of Illinois. In 1942 our future Grand Master married Helen Ruth Wells. Thev are the parents of two daughters, Deanna and Patricia. Each of their daugl~ters has made them proud grandparents of a grandson. M.W. Brother Scheurich entered the U.S. Army in November 1942, serving with the Engineering Division, 15th Army Headquarters, and with the G-2 Section, Supreme Headquarters Allied Expenditionary Forces. While in service, he also attended the Army Administration Schools at Camp Walters, Texas. Grand Master Scheurich's eventful Masonic career began in Fellowship Lodge No. 345, joplin, where he was initiated as an Entered Apprentice on February 2, 1961, passed to the degree of Fellowcraft on March 29, 1961, and raised to the degree of Master Mason on june 15, 1961. He is now a member and Past Master of Acacia Lodge No. 602, Columbia. He served as District Deputy Grand Lecturer for four years. In 1977 he was appointed to the advancing line of the Grand Lodge as Senior Grand Marshal by M.W. Bro.james A. Noland,jr. In succeeding years he progressed through the places and stations of Grand Lodge Officers until his election from the office of Deputy Grand Master to that of Grand Master on September 30. In his Grand Lodge work M.W. Brother Scheurich had served a four-year elective term to the Board of Directors, Masonic Home, an then completed a four year ex. officio term. Last year as Deputy Grand Master he also served as president of the Home Board. The Grand Master's other Masonic affiliations include: Scottish Rite, Valley of Columbia, where he is a 32째 KCCH; in the York Rite, Columbia Chapte~' No. 17, R.A.M., Centralia Council No. 34, and St. Graal Commanderv No. 12; also Abou Ben Adhem Shrine, Springfield. Brother Scheurich i~ Past Wise Master, Chapter Rose Croix, Columbia. He is also Past Patron of Thilo Chapter No. 322, Columbia, a member of the Missouri Lodge of Research and of the Royal Order of Scotland. He has received the Honorary Legion of Honor, Order of DeMolav, and the Grand Cross of Color, Order of Rainbow Girls. . Grand Master Scheurich is presently employed by Harold E. Johnson Investment Company as Property Manager. For seventeen years he was Building Regulations Supervisor for the City of Columbia. He is a Past President of

BIOGRAPHICAL

1986

the Missouri Association of Code Administrators and a member of several professional organizations. The new Grand Master is an active member of the Christian Church in Columbia and also of Herbert Williams Post No. 202, American Legion, in that city. His sports activities are golf, bowling and fishing.

GRAND LODGE Andent,FreeandAc~pred

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

September 29 and 30, 1986, A.L. 5986

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 TERRY C. ALEXANDER Grand Secretary 800 Highway 63 North. Columbia 65201-6697 STANTON T. BROWN Grand Lecturer Route I, 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 Bourne Avenue, Columbia 65203 WILLIAM G. BARNETT Grand Tiler Route 1, Box 258, Harrisburg 65256

One Hundred Sixty-Fifth Annual Communication ORGAN SELECTIONS. JACK STOTTLEMYRE

The Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri convened in the One Hundred Sixtv-Fifth Annual Communication on Monday and Tuesday, September 29 and 30, 1986 at the University Plaza, Holiday Inn Hotel and Convention Center at 333 Sherman Parkway, Springfield, Missouri. Most Worshipful Past Grand Master James A. Noland, J r. called the Grand Lodge to order for the entrance and presentation of the Most Worshipful Grand Master and other Grand Lodge Officers. M.W. Brother Noland introduced the following Grand Lodge Officers, who entered the Auditorium and proceeded to their respective stations: Grand Tiler - R W. Brother William G. Barnett, Harrisburg Grand Orator - R.W. Brother Wilbur R Enns, Columbia Grand Chaplain - RW. Brother Elmer E. Revelle, Desloge Grand Chaplain - R.W. Brother Ronald R. Bollinger, Webster Groves Grand Chaplain - R.W. Brother Richard A. Behr, St. Louis Grand Chaplain - RW. Brother W. Tribbey Nickerson, Kansas City Grand Chaplain - R.W. Brother Cecil H. Hurt, Vandalia Grand Pursuivant - R.W. Brother S. Glenn Linebarger, Cassville Grand Sword Bearer - R.W. Brother Frank W. Hazelrigg, Jr., Fulton Junior Grand Marshal - R.W. Brother K. Roger Pennel, Fairfax Senior Grand Marshal - R.W. Brother Frank Ames Arnold, Boonville Junior Grand Steward - R.W. Brother D. Robert Downey, St. Louis Senior Grand Steward - RW. Brother Daniel F. Cole, Affton Junior Grand Deacon - RW. Brother Thomas C. Warden, Owensville Senior Grand Deacon - R.W. Brother Robert D. Jenkins, Kansas City Grand Lecturer - RW. Brother Stanton T. Brown, Buckner Grand Secretary - R.W. Brother Terry C. Alexander, Milan Grand Treasurer - R.W. Brother W. l\hrion Luna, Piedmont Junior Grand Warden - R.W. Brother Thomas K. !\lcGuire, Jr.. Rogersville Senior Grand Warden - R.W. Brother William H. Wisbrock, Webster Groves Deputy Grand Master - R W. Brother Brother P. Vincent Kinkead, Farmington

Present at later sessions of the Annual Communication: Grand Chaplain - R.W. Brother Carl L. Radford, Springfield Grand Chaplain - R.W. Brother Alan L. Vancil, Macon Grand Orator - R.W. Brother Alvin.J. Lauener, Joplin

M.W. Brother James A. Noland, Jr. 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 Charles E. Scheurich of Columbia, Missouri. The Grand Lodge welcomed Most Worshipful Brother Charles E. Scheurich as he entered the Auditorium and proceeded to his station in the East. The Senior Grand

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

Marshalled the Grand Lodge in according the Grand Master with the Grand Honors. M.W. Brother james A. Noland,jr. greeted Most Worshipful Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich, who with a rap of the gavel, seated the Grand Lodge. OPENING

M.W. Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich, with the other Grand Officers, opened the One Hundred Sixty-Fifth Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge on the Degree of Master Mason in accordance with Missouri Ritual. RW. Grand Chaplain Ronald R Bollinger offered prayer. M.W. Grand Master Scheurich led the Brethren in the Pledge of Allegiance, after which the first verse of our National Anthem was sung. INTERIM REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON CREDENTIALS

RW. 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, RA y HILTO I\' , Chairman. INTRODUCTION OF MOST WORSHIPFUL PAST GRAND MASTERS OF MISSOURI

RW. Senior Grand Deacon Robert D. jenkins presented and introduced the Past Grand Masters in attendance: M.W. M.W. M.W. M.W. M.W. M.W. M.W. M.W. M.W. M.W. M.W. M.W. M.W. M.W. M.W. M. W. M.W.

Brother Frank P. Briggs (1957-1958), Macon Brother Bruce H. Hunt (1960-1961), Kirksville Brother A. Basey Vanlandingham (1965-1966), Columbia 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 Lewis C. Wes Cook (1975-1976), Kansas City Brother Fielding A. Poe (1976-1977), Florissant Brother James A. Noland, Jr. (1977-1978), Osage Beach Brother J. C. Montgomery, Jr. (1978-1979), St. Louis Brother Gus O. Nations (1979-1980), St. Louis Brother J. Edward Blinn (1980-1981), Marshfield Brother WiliiamJ. Hill (1981-1982), Kansas City Brother Earl K. Dille (1982-1983), St. Louis Brother Robert J. Crede (1983-1984), Jefferson City Brother Vern H. Schneider (1984-1985), St. Louis

M.W. GRAND MASTER SCHEURICH: Most Worshipful Past Grand Masters, it is a pleasure to me to welcome you to the One Hundred Sixty-Fifth Anniversary of Communications of this Grand Lodge Session. The expertise and the Masonic knowledge that we have standing on this floor is astounding. Brethren, these Most Worshipful Brethren have served this Fraternity with distinction, and it is my pleasure to welcome you here this morning.

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

M.W. Brother Frank P. Briggs responded to the welcome for the Missouri Past Grand Masters. 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 greetings. INTRODUCTION OF GRAND MASTERS AND PAST GRAND MASTERS OF OTHER GRAND LODGES

R.W. Junior Grand Deacon Thomas C. Warden presented and introduced the Grand Masters and Past Grand Masters of other Grand Lodges: M.W. M. W. M.W. M.W. M.W. M.W.

Brother Brother Brother Brother Brother Brother

Durward C. Danielson, Grand Master of Kansas Charles W. Amidon, Grand Master of Nebraska Harold R. Barkley, Grand Master of Iowa C. Glenn Brown, Past Grand Master of Iowa Paul H. Dorsey, Jr., Grand Master of Oklahoma Paul C. Bush, Past Grand Master of Arkansas

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 greetings of the Grand Master and the Deputy Grand Master. INTRODUCTION OF GRAND OFFICERS OF OTHER GRAND LODGES

RW. Senior Grand Steward Daniel F. Cole presented and introduced the Grand Officers of other Grand Jurisdictions: R.W. Brother Joseph H. Burton, Deputy Grand Master of Indiana Wor. Brother Gordon R. Wilson, Grand Representative, Grand Lodge of Missouri, near the Grand Lodge of Alberta (Canada). R.W. Brother Tom Eggleston, Grand Secretary of Iowa R. W. Brother Albert O. Arnold, Jr., Grand Secretary of Kansas R.W. Brother Edward M. Cummings, Grand Secretary Elect of Nebraska

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

RW. Junior Grand Steward D. Robert Downey presented and introduced the Representatives of the Appendant and Adoptive Organizations affiliated with the Masonic Family of Missouri: Brother James E. Anderson, Most Excellent Grand High Priest of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Missouri Brother Oren J. Hardman, Right Eminent Grand Commander of the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of Missouri Brother Ray E. Osborn, Worthy Grand Patron of the Grand Chapter of Missouri, Order of the Eastern Star Brother Robert L. Campbell, President of the Missouri Association of High Twelve Brother Jimmie D. Lee, Past Potentate, Abou Ben Adhem Temple, A.A.O.N.M.S., Oasis of Springfield

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

Brother Blair C. Mayford, Most Illustrious Grand Master, Grand Council of Cryptic Masons, State of Missouri Brother Bill J. Edwards, Illustrious Potentate, Abou Ben Adhem, A.A.O.N.M.S., Oasis of Springfield

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

R.W. Senior Grand Marshal Frank Ames Arnold presented the District Deputy Grand Masters, who stood at their seats in the Convention Center to receive the words of appreciation of M. W. Grand Master Scheurich and recognition from those in attendance at the Grand Lodge Session. INTRODUCTION OF THE DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND LECTURERS

R.W. Grand Lecturer Stanton T. Brown presented the District Deputy Grand Lecturers, who stood at their seats in the Convention Center to receive words of appreciation from the Grand Lecturer and the personal greetings of the Grand Master, and the applause of welcome of the Grand Lodge. 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, P. Vincent Kinkead presented and introduced: R.W. Brother Carl I. Stein, Secretarv to the Board of Directors M.W. Brother Fielding A. Poe, Co-a'rdinator of Fraternal Relations R.W. Brother William H. Wisbrock, Member R.W. Brother Thomas K. McGuire, Jr., Member R.W. Brother Robert D. Jenkins, Member Wor. Brother James H. Cobban, Member Wor. Brother Thomas J. Crunk, Member R.W. Brother D. Robert Downey, Member R.W. Brother Gordon E. Hopkins, Member R.W. Brother Lawrence N. Wee nick, Member Brother James D. Wilson, Executive Director Wor. Brother Paul B. Tobias, Controller Wor. Brother Stephen B. Givens, Secretary Designate to the Board of Directors R.W. Brother Joseph Collison, Member M.W. Brother Charles E. Scheurich, Honorary Chairman of the Board of Directors

RW. Brother Kinkead introduced RW. Brother D. Robert Downev whose term on the Board ended with the Grand Lodge Session. R.W. Brother D. Robert Downey was presented with a Certificate of Appreciation from the Masonic Home of Missouri, signed by the Grand Master and President of the Masonic Home Board. RW. Brother Kinkead brought to the attention of the Grand Lodge the approaching retirement of R.W. Brother Carl I. Stein as the Secretary to the Masonic Home Board. He expressed appreciation of the efforts provided by Brother Stein throughout the years. M.W. Grand Master Scheurich requested that R.W. Brother Harold E.

1986

(~RAND LOD(~E

OF l\HSSOURI

Thornton approach the East. Brother Thornton reported on a pancake breakfast held at the Masonic Home West, September 13, 1986, sponsored by eleven lodges in the 59th Masonic District. He informed the Grand Lodge that this project had raised $6,800 and that a check would be forthcoming for the benefit of the Masonic Home West. R.W. Brother James A. Estell, whose term on the Masonic Home Board expired with this Grand Lodge, was presented with a Certificate of Appreciation on Saturday, September 27, 1986. GREETINGS AND MESSAGES

The Grand Secretary read the correspondence of greeting from the Grand Lodge of Sao Paulo, Brazil. NOMINATION AND ELECTION OF MEMBERS OF THE MASONIC HOME BOARD OF DIRECTORS

M.W. Brother Earl K. Dille nominated R.W. Brother Richard W. Goff of St. Louis. Wor. Brother Tonv Robbins nominated Wor. Brother William E. Fowler, Harrisonville. R.W. Brother K. Roger Pennel nominated R.W. Brother Gordon E. Hopkins, St. Joseph. M.W. Brother Lewis C. Wes Cook nominated Wor. BrotherJoseph Collison, Weston. There being no further nominations, the Grand Master entertained the motion that nominations be ceased and that the Brothers be elected by acclamation as members of the Board of Directors of the Masonic Ho~e of Missouri. The motion was seconded. By the vote of the Grand Lodge R.W. Brother Richard W. Goff and Wor. Brother William E. Fowler were elected to four-year terms. R.W. Brother Gordon E. Hopkins and Wor. Brother Joseph Collison were elected to two-year unexpired terms. I

Address of the Grand Master BRETHREN: Welcome to the 165th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri and to Southwest Missouri. We hope that you get more light and also enjoy the session here this week. It seems but yesterday that I was installed into this exalted office which you elected me, and tomorrow I say goodbye. I would be remiss if 1 did not thank all the brethren of this Grand Jurisdiction who elected me to this office. I would also like to give a very special welcome to our guests from other Grand Jurisdictions, and the heads of our adoptive and appendant bodies in Missouri. It is with pleasure that I welcome our own Past Grand Masters. These are the stalwarts who have served this Grand Jurisdiction with distinction and who are always ready to assist or advise the officers who are leading this Fraternity. I express my heartfelt thanks for the support you have given me, and I hope you will soon welcome me into your ranks. I am pleased to extend a special welcome to the workhorses of this Fraternity, the District Deputy Grand Masters and District Deputy Grand Lecturers. It has been my experience over the years that these brethren never shuck their duty. They will help where help is needed. They go far beyond the bounds of their duty to serve this Fraternity. During my tenure in the Grand Lodge Advancing Line, I have never seen more harmony and cooperation among the appendant bodies and all the Masonic Family. I think that the Round Table Meetings held twice annually have helped work some of the problems and misunderstandings out among the various members of the Masonic Family. I would hope that they continue in the future.

STATE OF THE CRAFT As I have traveled this State, there is one thing that I have noticed more than any other, "Leadership." In the areas with good leadership, the Fraternity is flourishing, and where it is lacking, enthusiasm and attendance is missing. While I would like to say the State of the Craft is "Good," I would be remiss if I did not say we have problems; however, there is improvement each year. We still have lodges that have no enthusiasm, no programs, and very seldom have enough members present to open lodge. When they do open, they read the minutes, pay their bills, close and go home. These are the same lodges that are usually missing from our area meetings and also from our Grand Lodge sessions. One thing that bothers me is that I am afraid lodge leadership is based on ritual ability and not on leadership ability. We have many successful businessmen in our Fraternity who have not been given the opportunity to serve in a lodge line. While some have time to learn all the ritual, others are limited in their time because of business responsibilities. While they may not know all the ritual, I have no doubt that they would be successful lodge leaders. Let's give them a chance!

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

This Fraternity has become a slave of the ritual. As you will note in our budget, we have a large amount of our budget going to ritual while we have very little going to education. I think, brethren, it is time we turn this around by becoming a Fraternity of Education. On this subject, I expanded the lodge education seminars initiated by Most Worshipful Brother Vern H. Schneider by increasing from two to seven. We had good attendance. We had excellent instructors in our Masonic Education Committee and others who volunteered to help, and a very good program was extended to those in attendance. The subjects discussed by five able discussion leaders were: "Winning Over the Wife"; "Good Public Relations Equal Good Attendance"; "How to Create a Great Meeting"; "Worshipful Master and Lodge Education Officer a Great Combination"; "Expanding Your Lodge's Horizons". While we look at the State of the Craft, some of the faults must be placed on the Grand Lodge officers. We have reports from the District Deputy Grand Masters which they make on each lodge and submit to the Grand Master. These reports are not given to the lodge itself. All recommendations on the conditions of the lodge and what should be done are given to the Grand Master only, not to the lodge. This, in my opinion, should be changed so that a copy of the District Deputy Grand Master's report be given to each lodge, because they have no way of knowing what the report says. A copy of this report should go to the lodge that it may review how others evaluate them. While we try to improve our image in the community, how disturbing it is to travel throughout this state and see the very poor condition of some of our lodge buildings. While we do not expect a show place, we should have buildings in good repair, and painted. Our image! Not only personal, but also our buildings reflects our image to the community. Every lodge should initiate a preventive maintenance program to preserve their buildings. Through the past few years with the high inflation and limited lodge reserves, some buildings have become in poor repair. It seems that the time has come that the lodges must of necessity budget funds for maintenance of their buildings. Also in their budget, each lodge should make arrangements for the purchase of both liability and property insurance to protect their interests in case of lawsuits. AREA MEETINGS The Area Meetings this year were dedicated to Most Worshipful Thomas J. Davis, Jr., Past Grand Master, who initiated the Area Meetings in 1972. These meetings were held in the same cities that Most Worshipful Brother Davis chose when he initiated them with the addition of Wayne Lodge No. 526 in Piedmont, Most Worshipful Brother Davis' home lodge. Subjects covered in the Area Meetings were: "Dress," "Public Relations," "Service," "Visibility in the Community," "Penny a Day," "Disaster and Relief Fund," "Charity," "Suspension for Nonpayment of Dues," "Youth Organizations," "Masonic Home" and "Administration." I feel the Area Meetings are a success and one of the best programs sponsored by the Grand Lodge. Most Worshipful Brother Fielding A. Poe presented a program for all in attendance and a separate one for Masonic Home Information Officers. Right Worshipful Brother Frank A. Arnold had a program for the Secretaries,

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

Right Worshipful Brother Stanton T. Brown presented one on Ritual, and Right Worshipful Brother P. Vincent Kinkead spoke on the Masonic Home and its future. While the Masonic Home Information Officers and Secretaries were taken to separate places for meetings with the various officers, I spoke to the Wardens and Masters in attendance. I felt that the image of this Fraternity as far as the way our dress has become does not make a very good impression on the public. I feel that when we have those that are suspended for nonpayment of dues if the lodges would, where possible, appoint the top line signer and the chairman of the investigating committee to call on these brethren to see why they are not continuing their membership in this Fraternity. I feel they are the ones that recommended them to come into this Fraternity. They should go talk to them and maybe find out some of the problems or why the brothers do not desire to continue as members. I feel that the Grand Lodge and all of our subordinate lodges should support our youth organizations. I think our very appearance at their meetings would give them more enthusiasm and let them know that we as Masons are interested in them. Brethren, I feel that we should always look our best. I think that if you will look in the mirror before going to represent this Fraternity at a meeting, the reflection you see in that mirror will be the reflection you make on the public. MASONIC HOME -

WESTERN UNIT

Contributions continue to come in for the Western U nit. This unit has been completed and is occupied. On July 27, it was my pleasure to lay the cornerstone and dedicate the Multi-Purpose Room now nearing completion. For the last ten years the Board has worked on this unit, and you should be proud of this new facility. It is an asset to Masonry on the western side of the state. On March 16 we held a meeting of the District Deputy Grand Masters and the Fund Raising Committee to renew efforts to give the lodges a shot in the arm on their contributions of $50.00 per member. I have served eight years on the Masonic Home Board and have met and worked with many dedicated brethren. It has been a great experience and education to participate on this board. You will hear more on the activities of the Masonic Home when Right Worshipful Brother Kinkead gives his report. CONFERENCE OF GRAND MASTERS OF MASONS IN NORTH AMERICA It was my privilege to attend the Conference of Grand Masters of North America February 17, 18 and 19 in Arlington, Virginia. Accompanying me, representing the Grand Lodge of Missouri, were other Grand Lodge officers and their ladies: Deputy Grand Master P. Vincent Kinkead, Senior Grand Warden William H. Wisbrock and Grand Secretary Frank A. Arnold. The highlight of this conference was that portion of the session which was held in the George Washington National Masonic Memorial. Three panel discussions were held on various subjects with each officer attending different sessions. The topics discussed were: "Youth," "Public Image," and "Leadership Development."

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

These conferences are very educational as well as providing the opportunity of discussing problems and solutions with other Grand Jurisdictions. It is not uncommon that we all share some of the same problems. While we are striving to make this a better Fraternity and trying to turn the losses of membership around, I think that you will understand the topics discussed were the same topics that were discussed in our educational programs and have been concerns of Past Grand Masters of this Jurisdiction for years. As I read through many of the proceedings of this Grand Jurisdiction, our problems today are similar to those that were nagging the Fraternity many years ago. GRAND MASTER'S BREAKFAST The Annual Grand Master's Breakfast was held on Saturday, October 19, by Perseverance Lodge No. 92 at Louisiana. The lodge was opened at 4:00 a.m. after which breakfast was served to all, and the proceeds therefrom going to the Masonic Home. It was my pleasure to address the lodge meeting and share breakfast with a large number of brethren in attendance. The cost of these breakfasts is borne by Perseverance Lodge only, and the breakfast is by donation. It was my privilege to preside at the 34th Annual Grand Master's Breakfast held at the Scottish Rite Temple in St. Louis. This annual event is the most impressive gathering of Masons that I have witnessed. Having attended for many years, it is most impressive to meet with 1,500 or more Freemasons. Early church services were held for those wanting to attend. The speaker this year was Right Worshipful Brother Allen E. Roberts, author of the book, Brother Truman, which was written for the Missouri Lodge of Research. Brother Roberts gave some very good remarks on the Masonic Life of Most Worshipful Brother Harry Truman. All those who have not taken advantage of reading this book have missed some very good Masonic education. As noted by Most Worshipful Brother Bruce H. Hunt, Most Worshipful Brother Harry Truman may well go down in history of the Fraternity as the most important Freemason in this century. I would urge all who have not taken the opportunity to read this book to do so and understand and learn the meaning of the tenants of our Fraternity, brotherly love, relief and truth. NECROLOGY "A brother whose hand we have clasped in bonds of fraternal fellowship has passed from our sight, and we know that we shall meet him on earth no more. We who knew him so well in our brotherhood feel that in his departure from amon~ the livin~, something has gone out of our own lives that can never be a~ain." On October 5, 1985 Ri~ht Worshipful Brother Freelon K. Hadley was received into that "House not made with hands Eternal in the Heavens." Brother Hadley served this Fraternity for 21 years as Grand Lecturer and no greater a tribute could be paid than was recorded in the 1972 Summer Edition of The Freemason. Upon retiring the concluding words written were: "As Brother Hadley nears the end of his final "official summer on the road," each of us should

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

give thanks for men of such character and integrity. He has devoted a huge chunk of his life to an ideal, a cornerstone from which each of us have drawn inspiration and hope for the present and the future, a cornerstone of unparalleled beauty embodying in its traditions those fundamental principles by which men must learn to work and live if a Brotherhood of men under the Fatherhood of God is ever to be achieved." Thanks Fredon, "Happy to meet, sorry to part, happy to meet again!" In all we lost 2,335 to the Grim Reaper. "For these Virtues only are remembered and Sweet Memories Bloom!" At this time I shall call upon Most Worshipful Brother Dr.]. C. Montgomery to approach the East and give a short memorial service. MEMORIAL SERVICE Most Worshipful Sir, and Brethren, at the appropriate time tomorrow, a printed report of the Committee on Necrology will be presented. Certain Brethren, in addition to our late Brother Hadley, have had their names included because of specific service which they gave to the Grand Lodge. This in no way diminishes the need for recognition of those who perhaps did not have that opportunity or privilege to serve the Grand Lodge in that fashion, for they too were active at the very grass roots of Freemasonry, which is your local Blue Lodge. But all of them, those who bore more of a title, and those whose title was simply Brother, we do give thanks. This summer, I entered into and wandered amid the magnificence of Yorkminster in England. As I went through the side corridors, down the nave of that wonderful cathedral, as I joined in the service of morning prayers in progress in Yorkminster, as I went around reading the inscriptions upon the walls or the tablets, which may have marked statuary, it gave one a great sense of history, of indebtedness, of gratitude, and upon the north wall of the cathedral, was inscribed several lines, surmounted by square and compass. It was dedicated to the Brothers who had lost their lives in the great war, our British cousins, our British Brothers. It was a tribute from the Brethren of the North. And I reflected as I stood there for several minutes in front of those graven lines, those who built this structure were our ancestors, our operative ancestors; they built for a time they knew they would not see. The consumation of their work might have been years or even centuries ahead. But they built, believing in Him for whose glory they were laboring. Much of our Ritual centers around the idea of temple building, and it is in that context that I offer this concluding thought. For there is an old saying that God buries his workmen but his work goes on. These Brethren have been buried and their work goes on. William Blake was not a Freemason, but there are many Masonic illusions in his writings. He caught the idea of the Temple and the Holy Place, as being the very essence of life. If you would forgive me, if I paraphrase his words, for they serve as a summons to you and me to that Masonic Work in memory of those who have gone out that way before us. "I shall not cease from mental fight, nor shall my sword sleep in my hand, 'til we have built that Temple in our own green and pleasant land." To such a work, to such a thanksgiving, to such a memory are you and I called. If the Grand Master would rap up the craft, I would ask that we have a moment of prayer. "Oh, God our Father, sometimes in the narrow confines of our own hearts, there is a limitless space,

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

the space that cannot be confined by flesh. A space that is reserved for the gratitude we feel, for the love that we share, for the high resolves that are ours. For all of those whose life and labors have contributed to the building of that Temple of Life, we do give thee thanks. For their work is in our lives, their memories are in our hearts. Amen." MASONIC FAMILY I wish to extend my thanks to the Order of the Eastern Star for the hospitalities and courtesies shown me this year. It was my privilege to address the Grand Chapter session on October 15 and receive over $50,000 and many beautiful handmade quilts from the Grand Chapter and 22nd District for use in the Western Unit of the Masonic Home. December 6 and 7 and June 6 and 7 the Abou Ben Adhem Temple held Shrine Ceremonials in my honor and I wish to thank Potentate Lee and Potentate Edwards for the great events. I would be remiss if I did not thank Abou Ben Adhem, Moolah, Ararat and Moila Shrines for their hospitality and sponsoring this Grand Master at the Imperial Shrine in Los Angeles, California. Columbia, Kansas City and Joplin Valleys of Scottish Rite held reunions in the Grand Masters honor, and it was my pleasure to address each of these reunions. I was invited to attend the Imperial Session of the White Shrine of Jerusalem, May 12, 1986. On May 7, 8 and 9, I was guest of the Grand Council of Cryptic Masons, Grand Chapter, R.A.M., and Grand Commandery of Knights Templars in St. Joseph and spoke at each session. I had the privilege of attending the Annual Session of DeMolay and Rainbow Girls. Due to a conflict in schedule, I was not able to attend Job's Daughters but was ably represented by Past Grand Master Crede. I presided over two sessions of the Round Table in Columbia where the various Heads of the Masonic Family meet and discuss various problems of the Fraternity. I am happy to report that the harmony and cooperation of the Masonic Family was never better. "We who work together will grow together." DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND MASTERS AND DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND LECTURERS To the District Deputy Grand Masters I express my appreciation for your cooperation in carrying the Grand Master's Program to the members. You are to be commended for your devotion to Freemasonry. You have all taken on the burden of helping on the Fund Raising Drive for the Masonic Home - Western Unit in addition to your regular duties. It was a pleasure for me to have you as my personal representatives. For our District Deputy Grand Lecturers, the Ritual in the State of Missouri reflects the time and effort you have unselfishly given in the ritual instruction to the lodges. I commend you on your dedication to this Fraternity. GRAND LODGE OFFICE The Grand Secretary Right Worshipful Brother Frank A. Arnold retired

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

effective June 30, 1986, and due to my being out of the state on that date was extended to July 15, 1986. I know that every Past Grand Master will join with me in saying that Right Worshipful Brother Arnold was the right hand and the support needed to fulfill his duties as Grand Master. Frank, you will be sorely missed and I personally thank you for the assistance you gave me. OnJuly 16, 1986 I installed Right Worshipful Brother Terry C. Alexander to the position of Grand Secretary. Right Worshipful Brother Alexander was given a unanimous recommendation by the members of the Search Committee. I commend this Committee for their work and time spent in reviewing and recommending applicants to this position. They had many outstanding applicants and their choice of a successor to Right Worshipful Brother Arnold was a very difficult one. Brethren, thank you, I feel you made an excellent recommendation in the four finalists you submitted to me. DECISIONS Having received complaints on the Senior Grand Warden, William H. Wisbrock, on the irregularities of an estate in which he was co-executor, and on investigation found a copy of Cause Number CV-J4-79-307P in the Circuit Court of the County ofJefferson, State of Missouri, Associate Circuit Division XI on Transfer from Judge Irvin D. Emerson, in reference The Estate of Merrill W. Chrisman, in which case Right Worshipful Brother Wisbrock claimed his rig-hts under the Fifth Amendment. Having met and conferred with the Advancing Line Officers, I requested permission from the Deputy Grand Master, P. Vincent Kinkead, and Junior Grand Warden, Thomas K. McGuire, Jr., to remove Right Worshipful Brother Wisbrock from office. I received written permission from both officers in accordance with Section 2.010 (e); however, the Deputy Grand Master placed conditions on his approval which rendered his approval ambiguous and after being advised by the Chairman of the Jurisprudence Committee, I did not remove Brother Wisbrock. I was requested by the Grand Secretary to rule on a request of Hamilton Lodge No. 224 on the verification of the eligibility of Brother James Walter Duncan's membership for a 50 Year Pin. Brother Duncan affiliated with Hamilton Lodge No. 224 from Most Worshipful Hiram of Tyre Grand Lodge Ancient Free and Accepted Masons, Inc., St. Elmore Lodge No. 27, which has no Missouri recognition. Hamilton Lodge No. 224, received an altered "Petition for Degrees" from Brother Duncan and did not proceed through the Grand Lodge of Missouri, and therefore, received a petition from a member of a Clandestine Lodge. It was my decision that James Walter Duncan was not a legal Missouri Master Mason. It was further ordered that Hamilton Lodge No. 224 return all dues collected from James Duncan because the Grand Master, by Missouri law, cannot make a Master Mason on sight. DISASTER AND RELIEF On approval of Deputy Grand Master P. Vincent Kinkead, Senior Grand

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Warden William H. Wisbrock and Junior Grand Warden Thomas K. McGuire, Jr., $5,000 was donated to the Salvation Army at Cape Girardeau to help those made homeless by a devastating tornado at Sikeston and Vanduser. CORNERSTONE AND DEDICATIONS With the assistance of the Grand Lodge officers we laid cornerstones for two schools, (La Plata and Seymour), one church, "Good Shepherd," Blue Springs. On June 9, 1986, we simulated laying the cornerstone of Henry County Courthouse on the 150th Anniversary of Henry County Courthouse. Also, we laid cornerstones and dedicated: Amsterdam No. 141, Amsterdam; Criterion No. 586, Alba and Mount Hope No. 476, Odessa. At the request of the Grand-Chapter Order of the Eastern Star, the Grand Lodge laid the cornerstone of the Multi-Purpose Room and dedicated the Western Unit for Masonic use. I want to thank all the members of the Eastern Star for the donation of this room and helping in the cornerstone laying and dedication. DISPENSATIONS Included in the Grand Secretary's Report. CONSENTS OR PERMISSION Included in the Grand Secretary's Report. HEALINGS Included in the Grand Secretary's Report. TRIAL COMMISSIONS I was requested to appoint three Trial Commissions. Two of the requests were resolved before commissions were appointed. I wish to thank the Brethren who serve on this Commission. RECOMMENDATIONS With all the emphasis placed on ritual, it is my recommendation that more funds be budgeted to the Education Committee or for educational materials and lodge education. While the ritual should not be altered or reduced, we must give lodge education a greater priority. The Area Meetings should be dedicated more to education than to the Grand Master's programs. We have 63 District Deputy Grand Masters to promote the Grand Master's programs and in this light, I would recommend that no District Deputy Grand Master serve more than two consecutive years. (1) Change last sentence of Section 4.020 District Deputy Grand Masters: ... No District Deputy Grand Master may serve for more than two consecutive years. This will give more frequent changes in leadership in each District and more opportunity for more brethren the chance of serving in leadership positions. (2) It is also my recommendation that the Constitution, Article II, Section I, be amended to add District Deputy Grand Lecturers.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

(3) In accordance with the above recommendation, I would recommend an amendment to Section 4.040 to have the District Deputy Grand Lecturer appointed by the Grand Master upon recommendation of the Grand Lecturer. All Grand Lodge officers should be appointed by the Grand Master and removed in accordance with Section 2.010 (e). (4) That Standing Resolution of 1869-102 be clarified as to purpose of resolution. The work and lectures of this Grand Jurisdiction are those that are adopted by this Grand Lodge. (5) That a committee be appointed to research and report back at the next annual Grand Lodge Session the feasibility of a "Life Membership." Several Grand Jurisdictions have adopted Life Memberships and are experiencing no difficulty. This recommendation is carried from our Junior Past Grand Master's recommendations. (6) It has been my experience that subordinate lodges fail to take proper action when members of the lodges commit Masonic offenses. Therefore, I recommend legislation be proposed authorizing the Grand Master to take proper action when subordinate lodges refuse or take no action. (7) That money be budgeted to hire a Grand Lodge Staff Officer for Masonic Education to assist Subordinate Lodges and Lodge Education Officers. SPECIAL EVENTS On March 29, 1986, I invited all Past Grand Masters to a meeting at the Grand Lodge Office in Columbia. Also the Deputy Grand Master, Senior and Junior Grand Wardens were invited. It is my opinion that this jurisdiction loses a great amount of Masonic knowledge in these Most Worshipful Brethren who have served this Fraternity with dignity and honor. There are many problems that occur year after year and these brethren have good ideas on how to solve these problems. I would thank each Past Grand Master who attended the meeting and for their imput. I highly recommend that this annual meeting be continued. September 3, 1986 Governor John Ashcroft signed a Proclamation declaring September 21, 1986 as "Masonic Day" in Missouri. In conjunction with this proclamation, I directed that all Masonic Houses in the State of Missouri be opened for an "Open House" from 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. for the purpose of letting the public and others view our facilities. I expected all the Masonic Family to have members present to explain the various Masonic organizations. I would recommend that this become an annual event. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS I would thank all the brethren for the support and encouragement you have given me this year. With the cooperation you have accorded me this year, it has been much easier for me to discharge my obligations. It would be impossible for the Grand Master to perform his duties if it were not for our District Deputy Grand Masters. I thank each one of you for your loyal devotion to this Fraternity. You are the important link between the Grand Lodge and the subordinate lodges. It was my privilege to work with men of extraordinary abilities during my tenure in the Advancing Line, and I appreciate all the help and advice they

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

have given me. The present line of officers are very capahle and this Grand Jurisdiction is in good hands. To the various committees who work behind the scenes, it has been my privilege to work with you. The Education Committee was called on for overtime work and they responded magnificently. The seven education seminars plus the Mid-West Conference on Masonic Education kept them very busy, however, they never complained but asked if there was anything else they could do. So many things have been written about our Grand Secretary, Right Worshipful Brother Frank Arnold, that it is almost impossible to add new words to express his dedication to this Fraternity. I thank you Right Worshipful Brother Frank for your help and also for accepting the appointment to the Advancing Line. You will make a good leader. To my Lodge, Acacia No. 602, and the 26th Masonic District, I thank you for the reception November 9, 1985 and the furnishing of a room in the Masonic Home - Western Unit. Brethren, above all I must pay recognition to all the ladies and wives who are so tolerant with us in all the activities in which we participate. It would be impossible for us to be active in so many organizations without the support of our wives. To my wife, Helen Ruth, lowe a special acknowledgment. She has supported me through nine years as an Advancing Line officer and more particularly as "Grand Master." Through her serious illness this year she never failed to recognize my obligations to the Fraternity. While becoming affectionately known throughout the state as the "Grand Maid," she is still to me the "Grand Lady." She has been a pillar of support. CONCLUSION While we still have a loss in membership, I see this Fraternity turning around. With the young members we are getting and with the emphasis being turned to education and not so much on ritual this Fraternity has to grow. While I did not get all accomplished that I had planned, I leave the Fraternity in good hands and recommend that we all join in supporting our new leaders in their endeavors. Brethren, the Past is gone! Let us look to the Future! Brethren, I would like to add one more line to this report. Last week, I met with the Guest House Motel of San Antonio, Texas. I have received access to the Grand Lodge Office Building in Columbia. This access is being given at no charge from Keene Street. They will permit us to use their hotel; they have offered their hotel to any Committee that would like to meet there or stay all night, Brethren, for less than $30 a night. I think the offer of this Guest House should be accepted and with the approval of the Grand Lodge Officers, who gave permission to accept, get the easement written up, and build the entrance for this fraternity to the Grand Lodge Office. The headquarters in San Antonio also asked that they be permitted to join with us in securing an entrance off of Highway 63. Brethren, we have a good neighbor. Fraternally submitted, Charles E. Scheurich, Grand Master.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

GRAND MASTER'S ITINERARY 1985-1986 October

1985

I Installed as Grand Master 3-5 Attended Grand Lodge of Illinois 7 Visitation at Funeral Home, St. Joseph, Freelon K. Hadley 8 St. Louis, Committee on Preservation of Masonic Temple 12 Spoke at St. Joseph Lodge No. 78, St. Joseph 13 Kansas City, Banquet Grand Chapter OES Presided at meeting with District Deputy Grand Masters and District Deputy Grand Lecturers for Western Missouri 15 Spoke at Grand Chapter, Order of Eastern Star 17 Speaker, Censer 172, Macon, P.G.M. Frank Briggs 60th Anniversary as Master 18 Traveled to Louisiana, MO 19 Sp'o~e at Grand Master's Breakfast, Perseverance Lodge No. 92,4:00 a.m., LouISIana Masonic Home Board, St. Louis Reception - Worthy Grand Matron, Sullivan 20 Presided at meeting with District Deputy Grand Masters and District Deputy Grand Lecturers for Eastern Missouri, St. Louis 20-22 Attended Grand Lodge of Kentucky 26 Installed Officers St. Louis Lodge No. 20, St. Louis 27 Speaker, Freedom Lodge 636, Mehlville 28 Meeting with Senior and Junior Grand Wardens, Rolla 29 Speaker, Past Masters, Acacia No. 602, Columbia November

2 4 5 6 7 9 10 13 14 15 16 19 20 21 22 23 24 29

Participated in Conferring KCCH, Columbia Valley - Scottish Rite Received Grotto Honorary Degrees, Columbia Rolla, Area Meeting No.1 St. Louis, Area Meeting No.2 Mexico, Area Meeting No. 3 Jefferson City, Area Meeting No.4 Reception for Grand Master, Columbia Laid Cornerstone, Good Shepherd Christian Church, Blue Springs Kirksville, Area Meeting No.5 Poplar Bluff, Membership Meeting with Moolah Shrine St. Joseph, Area Meeting No.6 Trenton, Area Meeting No.7 Carrollton, Area Meeting No. 8 Clinton, Area Meeting No. 9 Flat River, Area Meeting No. 10 Piedmont, Area Meeting No. 11 Sikeston, Area Meeting No. 12 Laid Cornerstone and Dedicated Amsterdam Lodge No. 141, Amsterdam, MO Carthage, Area Meeting No. 13

December

3 Speaker at Mizpah 639, Florissant 5 Installed Officers, Pythagoras 383, Cassville 6 Springfield, Area Meeting No. 14 7-8 Shrine Ceremony, Abou Ben Adhem, named for Grand Master, Springfield 13 Independence, Area Meeting No. 15 14 West Plains, Area Meeting No. 16 15 Installed Officers of Jefferson Lodge No. 43, Jefferson City 24 Traveled to Masonic Home, St. Louis 25 Breakfast at Masonic Home, St. Louis

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

1986 January

4 8

Installed Officers, Fellowship !--odge No. 345, Joplin Speaker, Scottish Rite Club, Columbia 11 Presided at Round Table - Leaders of Various Masonic Bodies 17-18 Masonic Home Board Meeting, Kansas City 22 Speaker, Boone County Masonic Association, Columbia 25 Speaker, Wardens and Masters Club, St. Louis 28 Conferred 3rd Degree, Acacia Lodge, Columbia 31 Coon Dinner, Cass County Association, Pleasant Hill February

8 Traveled to Springfield 9 Laid Cornerstone, Seymour School, Seymour 11 Speaker, 44th Annual Leaders Dinner of Cooper County, Boonville 12 Regular Meeting Ararat Temple, Kansas City To present Certificates of Appreciation for donations to Masonic Home - Western Unit 15 Masonic Home Board Meeting, St.Louis Travel to Arlington, VA 16-19 Conference of Grand Masters of Masons in North America, Arlington, VA 21 Education Seminar, Sikeston 22 Education Seminar, St. Louis and Jefferson City 27 Traveled to Springfield 28 Met with Chairman, Jurisprudence Committee, Springfield March

2 Search Committee, Columbia 7 Speaker at Meramec 313, Eureka 8 Square Club, S1. Louis 12 Presented 50-Year Pin to M.W. Brother Bruce Hunt, Kirskville 14 Speaker, Union No. 593, Union 15 Masonic Home Board Meeting, Kansas City Conference of Grand Lodge Officers, Kansas City 16 Fund Raising Drive Renewal, Masonic Home - Western Unit with District Deputy Grand Masters and other Leaders 20 Entered Wife in Hospital 29 Conference of Past Grand Masters, Columbia Speaker at California No. 183, California April

3 11 12

Wife released from Hospital Presented 50-Year Pin at Independence Speaker, Kansas City Valley Reunion for Grand Master's Class, Kansas City Presented 25- and 50-Year Pins at Grandview Lodge, Grandview 13 Speaker at Columbia Valley Scottish Rite Reunion for Grand Master's Class 16 Hallsville No. 336, First Degree, Hallsville 18 Travel to S1. Louis, Polar Star Lodge, Honoring Charles Goodman 19 Masonic Home Board Meeting Conference of Grand Lodge Officers Attended Grand Lodge Officers and Past Grand Masters Banquet 20 Worship Service, Salem Methodist Church Presided at Grand Master's Breakfast, S1. Louis 23 Presented 50-Year Pin, Boone County, Masonic Association, Sturgeon 25 Education Seminar, Kirksville

22 26 27

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

Masonic Education Seminar, St. Joseph Masonic Education Seminar, Kansas City Masonic Education Seminar, Springfield

May 1-2 Midwest Conference on Masonic Education, St. Louis 3 Midwest Conference on Masonic Education Received honor of Red Cross of Constantine at Boonville 4 Laid Cornerstone and Dedicated Criterion Lodge No. 586, Alba 6 East Gate Lodge No. 630, Kansas City, Presented 25-Year Service Pins and Speaker 7 Speaker, Grand Council Cryptic Masons, St. Joseph 8 Speaker, Grand Chapter Royal Arch Masons, St. Joseph 9 Speaker, Grand Commandery, Knights Templar, St. Joseph 10 Traveled to Hermitage for Fish Fry 12 White Shrine of Jerusalem, St. Louis 16 Dinner with Masonic Home Board and Financial Advisors, St. Louis 17 Masonic Home Board, St. Louis Speaker, Mt. Moriah Lodge, St. Louis 18 Present 50-Year Pins, Fayette Lodge No. 47, Fayette 21 Second Degree, Hallsville Lodge No. 336 23-24 To Cape Girardeau to Confer Third Degree by Grand Lodge Officers Donated $5,000 to Salvation Army' for help in Tornado Area at Sikeston and Vanduser 25 Laid Cornerstone and Dedicated Mount Hope Lodge No.4 76, Odessa 26 Guest at DeMolay Conclave, Jefferson City and presented Grand Master's Award to an outstanding DeMolay 30 Speaker, Kansas City Lodge No. 220, Kansas City 31 Speaker, Scottish Rite Grand Master's Class, Joplin Valley Speaker, Mineral Lodge No. 471, Oronogo June 3 Travel to Commerce Bank, Kansas City and receive $3,000 donation for Western Unit 6-7 Guest at Grand Master's Class, Abou Ben Adhem Ceremony, Springfield 7 Speaker, Rising Sun Lodge No. 13, Kansas City 9 Symbolic relaying of Cornerstone at Henry County Courthouse at 150th year anniversary, Clinton 11 Moila Shrine to present Certificates of Appreciation for donations to Masonic Home - Western Unit, St. Joseph 12 Particiapted in Shrine Parade, Columbia 13 Speaker at Butler Lodge No. 254, Butler 14 Presided at Round Table Meeting of State Masonic Leaders St. Charles, Ritual Competition 21 Speaker, Fund Raising Dinner, Buckner 22 Conference of Advancing Line Officers, Rolla 26 Participated in Third Degree for Masonic Home Executive Director, St. Louis Lodge No. 20 28 Traveled to Springfield for Flight to Imperial Shrine 29-30 Imperial Shrine, Los Angeles July 1-5 Imperial Shrine, Los Angeles 6 Guest at Grand Assembly Rainbow for Girls - Presented Grand Master's Award 12 Meeting, Committee on Entertainment of Distinguished Guests, Springfield 16 Installed Grand Secretary, Milan 17 Traveled to Branson for meeting with Grand Lodge Officers

1986

(~RAND

LODGE OF MISSOURI

18-20 Grand Lodge Weekend, Branson Meeting with Grand Lodge Officers and Masonic Home Board 27 Laid Cornerstone for Multi-Purpose Room and Dedicated Masonic Home - Western Unit, Kansas City August 7 Speaker, Past Masters Centralia Lodge No. 59, Centralia 12 Install Officers, Acacia Lodge No. 602, Columbia 13 Participate in Third Degree at Fulton Lodge No. 48, Fulton 14 Meeting with Coordinator of Fraternal Relations, St. Louis 22 Travel to Joplin 23 Guest Red Cross of Constantine, Joplin Speaker at Banquet 24 Meeting, Committee on Entertainment of Distinguished Guests, Springfield 27 Travel to Advance 28 Present 75-Year Pin at Millerville for West View Lodge No. 103 September

1 Laid Cornerstone for La Plata High School, La Plata 3 Governor's Office for Signing of Proclamation 8 Marshall with Brother Howard McHenry to receive $281,618.75 for Masonic Home - Western Unit 12 Country Club Chapter No. 448 to present Certificate of Appreciation for donation to Masonic Home - Western Unit, Kansas City 18-20 Grand Lodge of Iowa 26 Travel to Springfield 27-30 Grand Lodge of Missouri

R.W. DEPL'TY GRA:'\D MASTER P. VI!'\CE!'\T KIl\:KEAD: Brethren, the Grand Master's address will be received and referred to the Grand Lodge Committee on Grand Master's Address, M.W. Brother Vern H. Schneider, Chairman. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF M.W. GRAND MASTER CHARLES E. SCHEURICH

M.W. Brother Scheurich announced that the Group Panorama Picture would be taken outside the Convention Hall in the Parking Lot, 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 29. R.W. Grand Chaplain Richard A. Behr offered prayer.

Monday Afternoon

1:15 P.M. ORGAN SELECTIONS, JACK STOTTLEMYRE

M.W. Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich called the Grand Lodge to order for purpose of receiving Representatives of the Adoptive and Youth Organizations of the Masonic Family of Missouri. R.W. Senior Grand Deacon Robert D. Jenkins presented and introduced: Nelda R. Kaeser, Grand Guardian of the International Order of Job's Daughters. Brother Edwin L. Andler, Associate Grand Guardian of the International Order of Job's Daughters. Miss Eva Mae Fizer, Grand Worthy Advisor of the State of Missouri, International Order of the Rainbow for Girls. Miss Barbara Smith, Past Honored Queen, Bethel No. 19 of S1. Louis and Grand Representative of the Grand Bethel of Virginia in Missouri, representing the Grand Bethel Honored Queen of the Grand Bethel of Missouri, International Order of Job's Daughters. Sister Edith L. Burnett, Worthy Grand Matron of the Grand Chapter of Missouri, Order of the Eastern Star.

M.W. Brother Scheurich welcomed the honored guests, who were escorted to the East. REMARKS OF NELDA R. KAESER, GRAND GUARDIAN, INTERNATIONAL ORDER OF JOB'S DAUGHTERS REMARKS OF EDWIN L. ANDLER, ASSOCIATE GRAND GUARDIAN, INTERNATIONAL ORDER OF JOB'S DAUGHTERS REMARKS OF BARBARA SMITH, GRAND BETHEL REPRESENTATIVE, AND PAST HONORED QUEEN, INTERNATIONAL ORDER OF JOB'S DAUGHTERS REMARKS OF EVA MAE FIZER, GRAND WORTHY ADVISOR, INTERNATIONAL ORDER OF RAINBOW FOR GIRLS REMARKS OF EDITH BURNETT, WORTHY GRAND MATRON, ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR

M. W. Grand Master Scheurich 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. ADDITIONAL REPRESENTATIVES OF ADOPTIVE BODIES Brother Ray E. Osborn, Worthy Grand Patron of the Grand Chapter of Missouri, Order of the Eastern Star. R.W. Brother Ronald M. Compton, Executive Officer of Missouri, International Order of DeMolay. R. W. Brother Albert L. Howe, Past Associate Supreme Guardian, International Order of Job's Daughters. Sister Virginia Goede, Grand Secretarv, Grand Guardian Council of \fissouri. International Order of Job's Daughters. '

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 29,1986. R.W. Grand Chaplain Elmer E. Revelle offered prayer. REPORT OF MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI

R.W. Brother P. Vincent Kinkead, Deputy Grand Master and President of the Board of Directors, presented the Report of the Masonic Home. R.W. BROTHER KINKEAD: Brethren, I would like to call to your attention a few of the items contained within this report. Many of you recall that it was at the 1974 Annual Communication of this Grand Lodge that authority was given to the Board of Directors of the Masonic Home to study, start a fundraising and possibly to construct a Western Unit of the Masonic Home. Since then, 46 interested and dedicated Brothers have contributed hours and hours and thousand of hours planning and replanning the Western Unit of our Masonic Home. June 30, 1986 this home was opened. The report contains a list of those individuals and organizations that have contributed $1,000 or more to that Western Unit. Since the report was compiled some five weeks ago, there may have been other contributions that are not included. Also, of course, we would like to express appreciation of the contributions that have been made by members of the Order of the Eastern Star to make this Western Unit a reality.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

BOARD OF DIRECTORS -

1986

MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI

Standing - left to right: Lawrence N. Weenick James D. Wilson, Executive Di,路ector James A. Estell D. Jeff Lance, Legal Counsel Rudolf G. Eskridge D. Robert Downey Tom Crunk Robert D. Jenkins Dr. Thomas M. Hodges Fielding A. Poe, Coordinator of Fraternal Relations William H. Wisbrock James H. Cobban

Thomas K. McGuire, Jr. Carll. Stein, Secretary to the Board Seated - left to right: Mrs. Geraldine Molander, President, Advisory Board, OES. Mrs. Georgia Beason, Treasurer, Advisory Board, O.E.S. P. Vincent Kinkead, President, Board of Directors Charles E. Scheurich, Grand Master Mrs. Lonnie Stalder, Secretary, Advisory Board, OES.

Not present on the day the picture was taken was Dr. Gerald L. Cook and Richard D. Jacobs, -5,.., Financial Advisor. Since the picture was taken in October, Vern H. Schneider has been appointed as Legal Counsel to replace D. Jeff Lance who resigned as of November 1, 1985.

1986

CRAND LODCE OF l\HSSOURI

OFFICERS Carl I. Stein, Secretary Lawrence N. Weenick, Asst. Secretary Charles Scheurich, Honorary Chairman

P. Vincent Kinkead, President James A. Estell, Vice-President James H. Cobban, Treasurer

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Charles Scheurich, Grand Master, Columbia P. Vincent Kinkead, Deputy Grand Master, Farmington William H. Wisbrock, Senior Grand Warden, St. Louis Thomas K. McGuire, Jr., Junior Grand Warden, Springfield Robert D. Jenkins, Senior Grand Deacon, Kansas City

James H. Cobban, Springfield Dr. Gerald L. Cook, Harrisonville Tom Crunk, Kennett D. Robert Downey, St. Louis James A. Estell, Cameron Dr. Thomas M. Hodges, Mexico Gordon E. Hopkins, St. Joseph 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 James D. Wilson, Executive Director Mrs. Christine Stoehr, Administrative Assistant Paul B. Tobias, Controller Mrs. Janet Bold, Bookkeeper Mrs. Annette Faerber, Accounts Payable Allen Abernathy, Payroll Clerk Mrs. Pamela McCarty, Director, Personnel/records Ms. Anita Seaton, Secretary Ms. Terri Vanover, Receptionist/CBX Operator Mrs. Rose Curran, Director, Dietary Service Mrs. Myrtle Myers, Assistant, Dietary Service Ervin Peavey, Assistant, Dietary Service Mrs. Maria Esperanza Leith, Director, Housekeeping Service Mrs. Cora Dioneda, Assistant, Housekeeping Service Clarence Mosley, Assistant, Laundry Ms. Cathy Hawkins, Medicare Clerk

Mrs. Lona Payne, Director, Nursing Service Mrs. Mayme Cystrunk, Assistant Director, Nursing Mrs. Toni Staples, Assistant Director, Nursing Mrs. Maria Maldonado, Resident Records and Admissions Betty Kappler, Director, Social Services Marshall Creech, Engineer/Director, Maintenance Service Tom Pfeiffer, Engineer/Assistant Director, Maintenance Service Curt Cardwell, Director, Recreation Ms. Mary Beth Kaup, Assistant, Recreation Mrs. Melinda Smith, Assistant, Recreation Mrs. Sue Kennedy, Director, Resident Service Mrs. Barbara Myers, Assistant Director, Resident Service Ms. Margaret McKay, Assistant Director, Resident Service

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

LEGAL COUNSEL Vern H. Schneider

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

FINANCIAL ADVISOR Richard D. Jacobs, Sr.

MEDICAL STAFF Harold E. Walters, M.D., Medical Director Patrick McCann, M.D., Staff Physician Robert Wright, M.D., Staff Physician Robert Rainey, M.D., Staff Physician John Roberts, M.D., Staff Physician

L. M. Birenbaum, F.A.C.A., Pharmacist R. A. Chiponigian, M.D., Ophthalmologist Kenneth Lane, D.P.M. 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 1985 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: P. Vincent Kinkead, Chairman, and all members of the Board of Directors Admissions and Discipline Committee: Dr. Thomas Hodges, Chairman and all members of the Board of Directors Administration Committee: D. Robert Downey, Chairman; Dr. Thomas Hodges, Gordon E. Hopkins, Robert D. Jenkins, Lawrence N. Weenick, Thomas K. McGuire, Jr. Legal Committee: Thomas K. McGuire, Jr., Chairman; Lawrence N. Weenick Finance Committee: James A. Estell, Chairman; James H. Cobban, Gerald L. Cook, Tom Crunk, William H. Wisbrock, Legal and Financial Advisor Steering Committee, Western Unit: Robert D. Jenkins, Chairman; D. Robert Downey, James A. Estell, Gerald L. Cook, Geraldine Molander, Kathryn Mader Special Advisory Committee on Automation: George C. Vincent, Chairman; William Brown, F. Howard Rose, Richard L. Willis, Jr., Harold A. Bulger Grand Lodge Committee - Relief and Charity: James A. Estell, Chairman; Tom Crunk, Dr. Thomas Hodges, William H. Wisbrock, Carl I. Stein, Secretary-Treasurer APPLICATIONS Carried over from previous year 0 Received during year. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 82 Admitted to Home during year 56 Rejected because of ineligibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 2 Died before application passed by board Withdrawn by Lodge/Chapter before action by board 1 Withdrawn by Lodge/Chapter after action by board 5 Pending June 30, 1986 0 RESIDENT STATISTICS Members in Home .I uly 1, 1985 Arrived during year Died during year Discharged during year Members in Home June 30, 1986

. . . . .

Women

,'\inl

Total

241 46 41 4 242

61 12 17 __ 1_

302 58 58 5 297

1986

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

MASONIC HOME HOSPITAL July 1, 1985-June 30, 1986 Total number of patients in hospital July 1, 1985 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, 1986

216 204 135 217 56 186 41 232

MASONIC HOME HOSPITAL CLINIC July 1, 1985-June 30,1986 Total Total Total Total

number number number number

of of of of

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

. . . .

7,018 1,219 18,072 12

REPORT OF MEDICAL DIRECTOR

The past year (1985-1986) has brought many changes to our delivery of medical care. The Missouri Division of Aging makes inspections at frequent intervals. There are new directives from the Division in an attempt to upgrade medical care in Nursing and Senior Citizens' Homes. To comply, our delivery of health care is constantly changing. Our working relationship with Deaconess Hospital has improved. Dr. Wright who is Director of their clinic is now a member of our "in house" medical team. Members of our home who need more elaborate medical testing (i.e. CT-Scan) are sent to Deaconess on an out-patient basis for these diagnostic procedures. We have increased the numbers and types of x-ray and laboratory tests that can be performed at the Masonic Home. Also hospitalization is in Deaconess by Dr. Walters and Dr. Wright to allow continuity of care. We have markedly increased the amount of "in house" physiotherapy with the assistance of the Physiotherapy Department of Deaconess Hospital. We continue to have student nurses from St. Louis University assisting from time to time. Curt Cardwell and his assistants (Recreation Department) have organized many activities to keep the home members busy. Mr. Lee Birenbaum, our pharmacist, continues to coordinate the medical ancillary facilities. Our medical team continues to be very viable. HAROLD E. WALTERS, M.D. Medical Director GIFTS FROM THE ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR

July L 1985-June 30, 1986 Anchor Chapter No. 54 - Men's Clothing Friendship Chapter No. 214 - Shoes and Purse

Hope Chapter No. 265 - Assortment of Clothing Jennings Chapter No. 497 - Women's Clothing

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Kirkwood Chapter No. 358 - Clothing, Shoes and Craft Material Kirkwood Chapter No. 358 - Twin Bed, Folding Bed and Women's Clothing Maplewood Chapter No. 264 - Men's Suits Oriental Chapter No. 228 - Women's Clothing

Rob Morris Chapter No. 328 - Large assortment of clothing and box of Household Items Sunset No. 98 - Rainbow Girls - Women's Clothing O.E.S. Advisory Board - Women's Clothing

DINNER TABLE AND HOSPITAL TRAY FAVORS July 1, 1985-June 30,1986 Independence Day - Florissant Chapter 161 Labor Day - Pomegranate Chapter 397 Columbus Day - American Chapter 484 and Brentwood Chapter 429 Halloween - Occidental Chapter 185 Thanksgiving - Webster Groves Chapter 64 Christmas Day - Mehlville Chapter 187 New Year's Day - Crestwood Chapter 82 Valentine's Day - Venus Chapter 153

Presidents Birthday - Golden Link Chapter 512 St. Patrick's Day - Robertsville Chapter Easter - Martha Club Mother's Day - Maplewood Chapter 264 Memorial Day - Meridian Chapter 442 and Gardenville Chapter 513 Flag Day - Ben Franklin Chapter 393 and Fenton Chapter 152 Father's Day - Jennings Chapter 497

REPORT OF INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANTS

Board of Directors Masonic Home of Missouri St. Louis We have examined the balance sheet of Masonic Home of Missouri as of June 30, 1986, and the related statements of income, expenses and changes in fund balances for the year then ended. Our examination 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. The financial statements of Masonic Home of Missouri for the year ended June 30, 1985 were examined by other auditors, whose report dated August g, 1985 expressed an unqualified opinion on those statements. In our opinion, the financial statements for the year ended June 30, 1986, referred to above, present fairly the financial position of Masonic Home of Missouri as of June 30, 1986, and the results of its operations and changes in fund balances for the year then ended, in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles applied on a basis consistent with that of the preceding year. LA VENTHOL & HORWATH August 15, 1986

MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI

f\.::I

BALANCE SHEET - JUNE 30, 1986 Current Unrestricted General

Reserve

Restricted Endowments Building (Note 3)

Total

Assets

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

. . . . . . . .

$ 79,503 577,794 10,359 33,676 35,178 192,185 ( 274,447) $654,248

$ $16,929,406 $16,277,860 28,460

274,447 $17,232,313 $16,277,860

127,190 1,843,921

$1,971,111

206,693 35,628,981 38,819 33,676 35,178 192,185

$36,135,532

Liabilities and Fund Balances

Liabilities: Accounts payable and accrued expenses Accrued withholding and payroll taxes Accrued payroll Federal excise taxes payable Retainage payable Total liabilities Fund balances: Unrestricted Unrestricted - Board designated Restricted Total fund balances Total liabilities and fund balances

;g 0

~ M tj

I"'.

CJ)

. . . . . .

$391,979 7,347 126,925 49,022

. . . . .

78,975

575,273

3,661 72,880 76,541

430,877 7,347 126,925 54,204 72,880 692,233

1,894,570 1,894,570 $1,971,111

78,975 17,192,559 18,171,765 35,443,299 $36,135,532

38,898 856 $

39,754

$ 665 665

17,192,559 78,975 $654,248

16,277,195 17,192,559 16,277,195 $17,232,313 $16,277,860

r"'

:;;

.... M

\C CÂŁ

See notes

financial statements.

MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI

'-D (XJ

BALANCE SHEET - JUNE 30, 1985

Current Unrestricted General

Reseme

Restricted Endowments Building (Note 3)

Total

Assets

Cash Investments (note 2) Receivables Inventory and supplies Receivable from C&A fund 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

$15,361,940

79,935 3,932,344 21,386

98,310 34,689,675 56,171

26,690 20,927 94,807 ( 14,289) ( 18,207) ( 20,423) $15,170,060 $15,343,733 $4,013,242 $34,986,580

,-.,

>-Z

Liabilities and Fund Balances

,-., '-'

Liabilities: Amount due depository Accounts payable and accrued expenses Accrued withholding and payroll taxes Accrued payroll Federal excise taxes payable Total liabilities

. . . . . .

$ 75,002 176,919 36,971 82,622 46,900 418,414

Fund balances: Unrestricted Unrestricted - Board designated Restricted Total fund balances Total liabilities and fund balances

. . . . .

41,131

'"'1

6,587

11,900 18,487

2,347

12,200 14,547

5,800 418,275

100,271 603,059 36,971 82,622 76,800 899,723

3,564,967 3,564,967 $4,013,242

41,131 15,151,573 18,894,153 34,086,857 $34,986,580

16,335 426,140

15,151,573 41,131 $459,545

15,151,573 $15,170,060

15,329,186 15,329,186 $15,343,733

3:: (.IJ

e ~

(,jC

:..N

See notes to financial statements.

MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI STATEMENT OF INCOME, EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCES YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 1986

General

Income: Grand Lodge/Chapter Investment income Gain on security transactions Gifts and bequests Home Family income: Assets Pensions Miscellaneous Total income Expenses: Salaries Benefits Food supplies and services Fuel and utilities Repairs, maintenance and improvements Furniture and equipment purchases Laundry and housekeeping Hospital supplies Outside medical service Other resident-related expenses Insurance Administrative expenses Security Agency management fees Guest allowances Federal excise tax on investment income Special projects Miscellaneous Total expenses Excess of income over expenses before major expenditures

. . . .

$ 253,182 2,444,753

. . . .

1,071,293 1,661,273 57,770 5,632,589

. . . . . . . . . . . . . '.' . . . . . .

2,867,101 518,172 435,065 275,250 108,892 34,499 112,504 160,552 269,946 128,554 173,583 232,072 98,893 91,049 49,022 51,052 13,790 5,619,996

12,593

144,318

Reserve

(,)0

Current Unrestricted

Restricted Endowments (Note 3) Building

27,930 42,822 $ 1,361,514 774,559

350 2,207,175

Total

290,152

281,112 2,712,267 2,223,774 1,295,443

476,445

1,071,293 1,661,273 58,120 9,303,282

$ 38,399 862,260 86,414

987,073

$ 186,293

"'tl :;0

o("'; tTl tTl

43,678

39,064

16,290

2,867,101 518,172 435,065 275,250 118,535 34,499 112,504 160,552 269,946 128,554 173,583 232,072 98,893 84,207 91,049 54,204 51,052 13,790 5,719,028

2,163,497

948,009

460,155

3,584,254

9,643

42,822

38,399

2,986

856

665

3,661

Z ,-.,

o'Tl >-j

::c tTl

'-C

0")

....... '-0 00 O'l

MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI STATEMENT OF INCOME, EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCES (Continued) YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 1986 Current Unrestricted General

Excess of income over expenses before major expenditures Western Unit construction Residential and clinic air conditioning Excess (deficiency) of income over expenses Fund balances - beginning of year Interfund transfers Fund balances - end of year

. . . . . . .

12,593

Reserve

$ 2,163,497

,..., 10-

i't'

> Z

Restricted Endowments (Note 3) Building

Total

$ 3,584,254 $ 2,130,552 97,260 1,356,442 948,009 ( 1,670,397) 34,086,857 15,329,186 3,564,967 948,009

97,260 84,667) 2,163,497 41,131 15,151,573 122,511 ( 122,511) $ 78,975 $17,192,559 $16,277,195

$ 460,155 2,130,552

$1,894,570

$35,443,299

otj ,..., ~

c ..., ~ 'Jl 'Jl

o c:::

See notes to financial statements.

vo W"l

MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI STATEMENT OF INCOME, EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCES YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 1985 Current Unrestricted

General

Income: Grand Lodge/Chapter Investment income Gain on security transactions Gifts and bequests Home Family income: Assets Pensions Miscellaneous Total income Expenses: Salaries Benefits Food supplies and services Fuel and utilities Repairs, maintenance and improvements Furniture and equipment purchases Laundry and housekeeping Hospital supplies Outside medical service Other resident-related expenses Insurance Administrative expenses Security Agency management fees Guest allowances Federal excise tax on investment income Miscellaneous Special projects Total expenses Excess (deficiency) of income over expenses before major expenditures

. $ 263,532 . 2,348,030 . . 181,493 . . . .

975,914 1,672,177 43,630 5,484,776

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

2,764,143 575,418 459,036 256,769 110,079 82,563 106,166 156,075 406,658 138,895 98,414 223,530 106,581

Reserve $

Restricted

32,300 43,679 592,549 1,138,619

1,807,147

Christmas and Entertainment

Endowments (Note 3)

(j)

Total

Building

914,761

295,832 2,717,911 1,201,777 2,744,152

1,211,327

975,914 1,672,177 43,630 9,651,393

$ $

29,636 609,228 509,279

1,148,143

$ 296,566

'"0

::c

o ,...., M M

. (

54,571 52,360 26,227 116,433 5,733,918

55,579

41,836

20,721

2,764,143 575,418 459,036 256,769 119,479 82,563 106,166 156,075 406,658 138,895 98,414 223,530 106,581 78,836 54,571 82,260 26,227 116,433 5,852,054

249,142)

1,751,568

1,106,307

1,190,606

3,799,339

9,400

43,679

29,636

5,521

11,900

12,200

5,800

7:: ,...., (/)

C 'TI

..,

:t M

...... '...C 00

(j)

(.,0

00 O'l

MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI STATEMENT OF INCOME, EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCES (Continued) YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 1985 Current Unrestricted

General

Reserve

Excess (deficiency) of income over expenses before major expenditures ($ 249,142) $ 1,751,568 Western Unit construction ...................... Residential and clinic air conditioning ........... 719,796 1,751,568 Excess (deficiency) of income over expenses ...... ( 968,938) Fund balances - beginning of year ............. 199,859 16,270,005 Interfund transfers ............................ 810,210 ( 2,870,000) Fund balances - end of year ................... $ 41,131 $15,151,573

,....,

>Z o

Restricted Christmas and Entertainment

Endowments (Note 3)

Total

$ 3,799,339 1,253,600 719,796 1,825,943 62,994) 1,106,307 ( 32,260,914 14,222,879 1,577,219 2,050,742 $15,329,186 $3,564,967 $34,086,857

$ 1,106,307

($9,048) 9,048 _$_ _ 0

Building

$1,190,606 1,253,600

5,...., M

,...., '-' 'Tj

~ [fJ [fJ

,....,

c ~

See notes to financial statements.

(,)C

-...J

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEARS ENDED JUNE 30, 1986 AND 1985 NOTE 1. Summary of significant accounting policies: Description offunds: Current fund: Unrestricted - general: General fund unrestricted income includes all income from residents of the Masonic Home of Missouri (the "Home"), dividends and interest from the reserve and endowment funds, per capita taxes from the Grand Lodge and Grand Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star, and other general fund contributions. This income is used to operate the Home. Unrestricted - reserve: Unrestricted reserve fund income includes undesignated gifts and bequests and Grand Lodge initiation fees which, according to Board policy, are transferrable to the general fund and expendable for operations only upon approval of the Board of Directors. Dividend and interest income from reserve fund investments is directly recorded in the general fund except for funds to pay agency management fees. Realized gains and losses from 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 is available for operations of the general fund while the principal amounts are to remain invested and are not available for current operations. Accordingly, interest and dividend income from the investment of endowment funds is recorded in the general fund except for funds to pay agency management fees. Realized gains and losses from endowment fund security transactions are recorded in the endowment funds. Building fund:

Contributions for the improvement of buildings and grounds and future construction and the related expenses have been recorded in the building fund. Contributions for the design and construction of the Masonic Home of Missouri Western Unit have been recorded in the building fund. Interest income from these monies and expenditures for design and construction of the Western Unit have also been recorded in the building fund. Restricted -

Christmas and entertainment:

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 through 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 recorded 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 basis.

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Continued) YEARS ENDED JUNE 30, 1986 AND 1985

Fixed assets:

Expenditures for furniture, equipment, buildings 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, pension income and C&A fund:

Upon admission to the Home, residents are required to assign and transfer all personal assets to the Home. Nonmonetary assets transferred to the Home are sold as soon as practicable, and the proceeds are recorded at the time of sale. Monetary assets, except fully-funded insurance policies, are recorded at fair market value at the date of receipt. It is the Home's policy to not record the cash surrender value of fully-funded life insurance policies but to record the proceeds upon death of the resident. Pension and social security retirement income funds received by residents accrue to the Home. The Home provides each resident a monthly allowance of $25 plus additional amounts for birthdays and holidays. The unexpended portion of these allowances, $134,405 and $123,196 at June 30, 1986 and 1985, respectively, is held in custody by the Home in accounts segregated from Home assets. Remaining balances at the time of the death of the resident revert to the general fund. The following is a summary of the assets and liabilities (unaudited) of the C&A fund as of June 30, 1986 and 1985: Investments (including cash) Total assets

1986 $169,583 $169,583

1985 $144,123 $144,123

Accounts payable Payable to General Fund Total liabilities

$134,405 35,178 $169,583

$123,196 20,927 $144,123

Income 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 Section 4947(A)(1). Accordingly, the net investment income of the Home is subject to a two percent Federal excise tax. Reclassifications:

Certain 1985 amounts have been reclassified to conform with the 1986 presentation.

MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Continued) YEARS ENDED JUNE 30, 1986 AND 1985 NOTE 2. Investments: Investments of the Home at June 30, 1986 and 1985 are as follows:

General Fund

Money market Certificates of deposit U.S. Government bonds and notes Corporate bonds and money market funds Corporate stocks Investment in real estate and other

Cost or Value When Acquired

Market

$560,965

rune 30, 1986 Endowment Funds

Reserve Fund Cost or Value When Acquired

Market

Cost or Value When Acquired

Market

Total

Building Fund Cost or Value When Acquired

Market

Cost or Value When Acquired

$ $

1,000

$1,410,318

3,994,842

4,340,645

$ 3,546,287

$ 3,835,566

5,677,555 8,421,750

2,961,277 9,736,132

2,993,979 10,795,420

367,715

10,855 $18,451,805

34,164 $16,277 ,860

34,164 $17,659,129

65,888 $1,843,921

1,206

5,673,142 7,249,567

15,623 $577,794

10,855 $16,929,406

l\IIarket

560,965 $ 560,965 1,411,318 1,411,318 7,541,129

8,176,211

9,002,134 16,986,905

9,039,249 19,218,376

126,530 126,530 $35,628,981 $38,532,649

rune 30, 1985 General Fund

Certificates of deposit U.S. Government bonds and notes Corporate bonds and money market funds Corpor~te stocks Investment in real estate and other

Cost or Value When Acquired

Market

$235,845

Reserve Fund Cost or Value When Acquired

1,000

Endowment Funds

J\1arket

C 05t or Value When Acquired

Market

1,000

Building Fund Cost or Value When Acquired

Market

$1,477,900

2,995,051

3,176,240

$ 3,221,308

$ 3,393,334

5,086,322 7,031,792

5,108,542 8,186,519

5,663,505 6,432,428

5,183,306 7,188,019

2,392,891

7,206

291 ~ $243,342 $243,342

37,884 $15,152,049

37,884 $16,510,185

44,699 $15,361,940

44,699 $15,809,358

61,553 $3,932,344

7,206

Total Cost or Value When Acquired

Market

1,714,745

6,216,359

6,569,574

13,142,718 13,471,426

12,684,739 15,381,744

144,427 144,427 $34,689,675 $36,495,229

1986

(~RAND

LODGE OF rvIISSOURI

MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Continued) YEARS ENDED 1986 AND 1985 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 Knoll man and .Jacob and Sallie Simon endowments were $998,3 12 and $1,047,878 at.June 30,1986, respectively, and $998,634 and $921,991 at.June 30, 1985, respectively. Assets and related fund balance of the Gussie Grenner endowment fund have not been included as part of the assets and fund balance of the Home. These assets and related fund balance are maintained by the Trustee as required by the donor's bequest. Income from the trust is paid directly to the Home. For the years ended June 30,1986 and 1985, the fund balance of the Gussie Grenner fund was $445,974 and $436,439, respectively. Income accrued and paid to the Home was $49,22 I and $49,687 for the years ended June 30, 1986 and 1985, respectively. NOTE 4. Pension plan: The Board of Directors voted to adopt an employee pension plan to go into effect on .July I, 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 defined-contribution plan, and it requires the Home to make annual contributions equal to 5 percent of each eligible employee's compensation. Past service costs will be funded over the five years commencing.J uly I, 1984. Pension expense under the plan was $26,68 I and $36,121 for the years ended June 30, 1986 and 1985, respectively. In addition, upon retirement from the Home, certain employees received payments totalling $33,545 which were also recorded as pension expense for the year ended June 30, 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 $29,804 and $28,658 for the years ended June 30, 1986 and 1985, respectively.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

MASONIC HOME CHEER COMMITTEE

August 1, 1986 P. Vincent Kinkead, President Board of Directors Masonic Home of Missouri 5351 Delmar Blvd. St. Louis, Missouri 63112 Dear R.W. Brother Kinkead: The Masonic Home Cheer Committee submits the following report for your approval: The Moolah Band entertained the residents August 28, 1985, with a variety of pleasing pieces which were enjoyed by all. Refreshments were served by members of the Cheer Committee during the intermission. A Carnival was held in Delmar Lounge, Saturday, September 14, 1985 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM with time out for a delicious luncheon in the Dining Room. Each resident won at least one prize. The annual election of officers was held on September 29, 1985 with the incumbent officers being elected by acclamation: Harlan B. Owens Violet Whitworth George Whitworth

President Vice President Secretary-Treasurer

Our Thanksgiving Distribution was held November 23, with members of the committee visiting each resident of the Home either in the Hospital or Dining Room. Each received a card appropriate to the occasion, with those in the Dining Room receiving a monetary gift. On all occasions where there is a distribution, money is deposited at the Office for those confined to the Hospital. A Christmas Party was held in the Dining Room, December 20, 1985, with the Moolah Band providing the music. All enjoyed the entertainment furnished by Orville Whitlock, a "One Man Band" and the "Merry Mixers" Square Dancers. This was climaxed by members of the committee serving homemade cookies and ice cream. On December 20, 1985, during the Christmas Party we received word of the death of our President Bro. Harlan Owens. The members of the Cheer Committee and the residents of our Home were deeply saddened by the loss of our brother who devoted many years of faithful service to this Committee. Our Christmas Distribution was held the next day. On April 27, 1986 we held our Spring Meeting. At this time Wor. Bro. Paul W. Jarnagin was elected unanimously to fill the unexpired term of Bro. Harlan Owens. On May 10, 1986 we had Mother's Day Distribution and on June 14, 1986 Father's Day Distribution. Appropriate cards were given to all residents, both in the Hospital and in the Dining Room. We had two Band Concerts during the summer - Moolah Band on June 25,1986 and Letter Carriers' Band onJuly 15, 1986. Both were well attended and enjoyed by all. Punch was served during intermission. Both of these groups have entertained our residents for many years. On July 26, 1986, we journeyed to the Kirkwood Temple for their Annual

1986

(~RAND

LODGE OF MISSOURI

Chicken and Fish Dinner. The residents ofthe home were picked up at 10:30 by Committee members and taken to the Temple where they enjoyed shopping for various gifts and the delicious dinner served to them in the Dining Room. Each received a bag of oranges and apples to take home with them. All enjoyed the hospitality extended to them. Again, we were saddened by the death of another Officer of the Cheer Committee. After a lengthy illness, R.W. Bro. George Whitworth passed away on July 26, 1986. Our sympathy has been extended to his wife, Violet, our Vice President, his son and family. All of our activities are made possible by the generous gifts of the Lodges, Eastern Star, Moolah Shrine, other Masonic Bodies and many individuals. We thank all for their assistance. Brother James Wilson, Administrator and his Staff have been of great help through the year. The Financial Statement is made part of this report. Fraternally submitted, PAUL W. JARNAGIN, President. Following is our Financial and Activities Report from August 1, 1985 through July 31, 1986: . $2,532.78 46.49 . $2,579.27 . 3,555.50 $6,134.77 . 3,565.02 . $2,569.75

Balance in Bank July 31, 1985 Cash on hand Receipts per list following Disbursements per list following Balance July 31, 1986 Recapitulation: Balance in Mercantile Bank Cash on hand

. $2,425.99 143.76 . $2,569.75

ACTIVITIES AND DISBURSEMENTS OF THE MASONIC HOME CHEER COMMITTEE August 1, 1985-July 31, 1986 1985 August 28 September 14 November 23 December 20 December 21 1986 May 10 June 14 June 25 July 15

Moolah Band Concert (Rescheduled from June) Carnival - Picnic Thanksgiving Cash Distribution Christmas Party - Entertainment and Refreshments Christmas Cash Distribution

. . . . .

23.45 330.59 697.00 89.80 669.00

582.00 Mother's Day Cash Distribution " .. 608.00 Father's Day Cash Distribution . 29.52 Moolah Band, Refreshments . Letter Carriers' Band Concert 72.14 Gratuity to Band and Refreshments . 97.00 Kirkwood Chicken and Fish Dinner . July 26 Printing, Postage, Cards for Distribution Days, Office Sup366.52 plies, Miscellaneous . Total Disbursements . $3,565.02

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

198fi

The above is in balance with the bank statements, checkbook and cash journal, as of July 31, 1986. Respectfully submitted, PAUL W. JARNAGIl', President, VIOLET WHITWORTH, Vice President. RECEIPTS AND DEPOSITS Lodges, A.F. & A.M.

Meridian 1'\0. 2 George Washington No.9 Mount Moriah No. 40 Bridgeton No. 80 Pomegranate No. 95 Pride of the West No. 179 Good Hope No. 218 Keystone No. 243 Fenton No. 281 Cosmos No. 282 Anchor No. 434 Westgate No. 445 Lambskin No. 460 Kirkwood No. 484 Harmony No. 499 Clifton Heights 1\'0. 520 Algabil No. 544 Olive Branch 1\'0. 576 Forest Park 1'\0. 578 Wellston 1\;0. 613 Brentwood No. 616 Magnolia No. 626 Mizpah No. 639 Jennings No. 640 Progress No. 657 Purity 1\'0. 658 Berkeley No. 667 Crestwood No. 669 St. Francois 1'\0. 234 Libertyville

. $ 56.00 200.00 . . 50.00 . 200.00 . 50.00 50.00 . . 25.00 . 50.00 . 100.00 . 50.00 . 100.00 50.00 . . 50.00 . 50.00 . 37.00 . 100.00 . 50.00 . 25.00 . 50.00 . 100.00 . 25.00 . 50.00 50.00 . 50.00 . . 25.00 . 25.00 . 40.00 . 25.00 .

25.00

Appendant Bodies:

Bellefontaine Chapter 1\'0. 25, RAM.

Ivanhoe Commandery l\'o. 8, K.T. St. Louis Chapter No.1, R.A.M. St. Louis Commandery l\'o. 1, K.T. " . Moolah Shrine Square Club .

25.00 30.00 20.00 50.00 500.00 50.00

Eastern Star Chapters:

Anchor No. 54 Webster Groves No. 64 Crestwood No. 82 Fenton No. 152 Venus l\'o. 153 Friendship 1\:0. 214 Martharae No. 221 Alexander l\'o. 242 Maplewood 1'\0. 264 Rob Morris No. 328

. . . . . . . . . .

40.00 30.00 30.00

lO.OO 50.00 25.00 50.00 150.00 50.00 10.00

Kirkwood 1\'0. 358 Benjamin Franklin j.,;';. '393' : : : : : : Trinity 1\'0. 443 . Harmony Temple 1\'0. 499 " .

10.00 10.00 10.00 25.00

Individuals:

M.W. Bro. Earl Dille, Clayton No. 601 . Bro. Walter Joseph, Dexter" . Bro. William F. Nolker, Tuscan No. 360 . Wor. Bro. Gilbert and Mrs. Mattli, Berkeley No. 667 . Bro. Robert Fulton, Cache No. 416 W~r. Bro. George Stephenson, George Washington l\'o. 9 ..... Bro. James Warden, Harmony No. 499 . Bra). K. Hermann, Algabil No. 544 Dons and Albert Sanell, non-members .

50.00 10.00 100.00 25.00 10.00 100.00 50.00 35.00 25.00

Afemorials:

R.W. Bro. George and Violet Whitworth in memory of H. Owens, S. Mallette and N. Robertson ..... Clara Knabe, Home No. 313, in memory of S. Mallette . Home Chapter No. 313, in memory of S. Mallette . Elinor and Claude Rensch, in memory of S. Mallette, Home l\' o. 313 University City High School, in memory of S. Mallette . Leona Baerman, Harmonv Temple l\'o. 499, in memorv of her husband " . and in memory of S. Mallette .. Doris and Albert Saffell, non-members in memory of H. Owens ... Leona ~aerman, Harmony Temple 499, III memory of R.W. Bro. George Whitworth . Doris and Albert Saffell, non-members in memory of R.W. Bro. George Whitworth . War. ~ro. Paul and Virginia Jarnagm, Brentwood No. 616, in memory of R.W. Bro. George Whitworth . Total Receipts

20.00 25.00 25.00 7.50 25.00 50.00 5.00 15.00 10.00 25.00

!O.OO $3,555.50

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

WHAT A YEARI

These past few years have been an exciting time to be a member of the Missouri Masonic Home Board. It was in 1974 that the Brethren attending the Grand Lodge Communication gave the Masonic Home Board authority to study, start a fund raiser and construct a Western Unit of the Masonic Home. After twelve long years and thousands of hours of study, planning and replanning, the Western Unit was opened June 30, 1986. A total of forty-six interested and dedicated Brethren have served on the board since 1974. They are: Herman A. Orlick Lewis C. Wes Cook Russell L. Wilcox James A. Noland, Jr. Vern H. Schneider Fielding A. Poe, Jr. J. C. Montgomery, Jr. Virgil Abbett John E. Adams William E. Oram Leo W. Riney Presley G. Parrish Roy W. McGhee Gus O. Nations, Jr. Ray Hilton Warren R. Maichel

J. Edward Blinn Robert H. Arnold Charles E. Scheurich John E. Wetzel William J. Hill W. Marion Luna Earl K. Dille Harry C. Ploetze K. Roger Pennel Robert G. Bird James E. Dearing Robert J. Crede Robert D. Jenkins Joseph H. Collison Eldon Turnbull Albert.J. Elfrank

Seibert Etter P. Vincent Kinkead James A. Estell Lawrence H. Weenick Thomas E. Blankenship William Wisbrock D. Robert Downey James H. Cobban Thomas K. McGuire, Jr. Rudolph K. Eskridge Gerald L. Cook Thomas Hodges Tom Crunk Gordon G. Hopkins

In addition to these Brethren, the Eastern Star Advisory Members have made many valuable contributions, not only ideas for the building, but also decorations and furnishinRs, and ~enerous monetary contributions. Staffing for the Western Unit beRan in December 1985. Mr. Richard Sanders was selected to become the first Administrator; his service began in late December. It was about this time that the building was transferred from the contractor to the Home. During the spring, staff was selected, furnishings put into place and supplies acquired. Everything was in order ready to receive guests, June 30. Hester Prentice and Sara Bisby were present on that date, when many board members, other interested members of various lodges, and Sisters of the Order of the Eastern Star, were present for the opening of the Western Unit. A display board has been installed near the front door naminR those who have contributed $1,000 or more. Following is a list of those contributions on record as of this writing: CONTRIBUTIONS OF $1,000.00 OR MORE Ruben D. Garnett George Washington Lodge No.9 William H. Utz, Jr. Cornerstone Lodge No. 323 Scottish Rite Valley of Kansas City York Lodge No. 563 Gordon Hopkins and Family St. Joseph Lodge No. 78 Memory of PGM Hugh McLaughlin Benjamin Franklin Lodge No. 642 Raytown Lodge No. 391 Bill and Betty Stephenson, J r. Tuscan Lodge No. 360 Swope Park Lodge No. 617 Cecil Elling Memorial by the Elling Family Circle Lodge No. 342

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Poplar Bluff Lodge No. 209 Clay Lodge No. 207 Mount Washington Lodge No. 614 Grandview Lodge No. 618 Clinton Chapter No. 73 OES Centralia Council No. 34 Zeredatha Lodge No. 189 Hugh De Payens Commandery No.4 OES Advisory Board Memory of Dewey Briggs Henry E. Kottemann Estate Grand Chapter Royal Arch Masons Grand Council Royal and Select Masters Grand Commandery Knights Templar Order of the Silver Trowel Country Club Lodge No. 656 Bridgetown Lodge No. 80 Apollo Lodge No. 529 Polar Star Lodge No. 79 Mount Moriah Lodge No. 40 Rose Hill Lodge No. 550 Tuscan Lodge No. 360 Buckner Lodge No. 501 Brotherhood Lodge No. 269 Branson Lodge No. 587 Alpha Lodge No. 659 Keystone Lodge No. 243 Florissant Lodge No. 668 Lowrey City Lodge No. 403 Montgomery Lodge No. 246 Summit Lodge No. 263 Lamar Lodge No. 292 Cass Lodge No. 147 Magnolia Lodge No. 626 Maplewood Lodge No. 566 William J. Haith Harry L. Jerome P. Vincent Kinkead Memory Agathe Rothweiler Memory Sarah Higgins Sims James E. Spencer Melvin C. Vail Harold E. Vaughn Harvey J. Wells Russell D. Wright Ararat Shrine Guides Ladies Auxiliary - Ararat Concert Band Northland Shrine Club Director, Assistant Director and Ambassadors of Ararat Shrine 1983 and 1984 James Ellis Spencer North Country Shrine Club Grand Bethel of Missouri International Order of Job's Daughters Piper Estate

I~Hfi

Grand Chapter Royal Arch Masons Foundation Crusade Commandery No. 23 Estate of Eugene Cox Memory of Deceased Past Masters by Country Club Lodge No. 656 Memory of MWB Martin B. Dickinson by Country Club Lodge No. 656 Clarence Stouffer Connolly Brother and Mrs. Red Jones Orient Chapter No. 102 RAM Charles C. Starks Rolla Lodge No. 213 Moila Shrine Temple Willa Gordanier Elsea Ewing Herbert C. and Willie M. Van Smith Memory of George H. Bowen Stanton and Johnnie Brown William H Chapman William W. Corbin William Crowder Memory of Uriel and Fay Reese Memory of James E. Evans James F. Fitzpatrick Memory of Eugene E. Furrow Memory William A. Pallmann Herbert and Walter Ort Robert Sanders Virgil B. Saville Lester and Leona Peffermann, Sr. William and Betty Stephenson Philip D. Trainer Family Memory Philip D. Trainer N. D. and M. L. Adkins Jesse M. Wallace Mr. and Mrs. J. Harold Bowman Memory Mr. and Mrs. Frank Bowman Ashley E. Drennan Charles Gwinn Dale E. Hubbard Memory of Joe Hume Carl Jenkins Robert and Betty Jenkins Harris Maupin, Jr. William M. Luna Bernard and Rachel Meeker Memory Robert A. McLin Memory Frank A. Thomas Memory Ralph E. Hahn Memory Riley and Mildred Gorda Memory Howard E. Ward Memory Seibert Etter J. 1. Akeman Memory of Donald A. Anderson

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Robert H. Arnold J. E. Babcock Richard A. Behrn Ralph Berry Memory of Windsor V. Ferry Herman W. Fabian Estate Harvey J. Wells Connolly Family Memory of Dewey Briggs Job's Daughters Line Officers Club of greater Kansas City, 1986 Faucett Chapter No. 434 Max E. Orenstein Dorothy Newman Richard and Audrey Behr Herbert and Walter Ort Country Club Chapter, O.ÂŁ.S. 1985 Matrons and Patrons Club, 22nd District

Lee I. Ratcliffe, P.G.P. of O.E.S. In memory of Agathe Rothweiler Sarah Higgins Sims Ararat Shrine Clubs In memory of Mary Jane Truman, P.G.M. of O.E.S. Memory of W. H. Wakefield, P.G.P. Memory of Mary E. Wakefield, P.G.M. Memory of Arthur Raymond, P.G.P. In memory of Sister Mae Briggs In memory of Sister Alberta Hopkins In memory of all those who have served on the Masonic Home Advisory Board Memory ofJames B. Byard, Father of Mrs. Ralph Berry Park Chapter No. 327 Memory of Leona Landingham, P.G.M. Virgil and Amelia Sheffield In memory of Edward Mader, P.G.P.

PERSONNEL As was reported at the 164th Grand Lodge Communication in 1985,James Wilson was employed as the Executive Director. Mr. Wilson is a young man with experience in Home Administration. He is doing an outstanding job conducting the business of the Home. This includes not only the operation of the Eastern Unit, but the selection of staff and getting the Western Unit ready for occupancy. Good work,jim. The board is fortunate to have the services of Most Worshipful Vern H. Schneider as Legal Counsel since November 1, 1985. As was stated in the 1985 Report of the Masonic Home, "He is a man with great devotion to the Home as well as his knowledge of the Home's need." In mid November Worshipful Brother Paul B. Tobias was added to the staff as Comptroller. Brother Tobias is very knowledgeable concerning accounting practices and business management. He has initiated several changes in procedure. With his help a computer system has been installed, which has brought modernization to the operation of Home business. Right Worshipful Brother Carl I. Stein, long time Board Secretary is approaching retirement. His service to the Home and devotion to the Fraternity has been most impressive. Carl is a friend of everyone, his smile has charmed those he contacts. He will be missed. Thank you Carl for long and faithful service. Recently a young Past Master and Secretary of Charity Lodge No. 331 in St. Joseph was selected as Home Board Secretary. Welcome to the staff, Worshipful Brother Stephen B. Givens. We look forward to a long and rewarding relationship. Brother and Doctor Harold E. Walters continues as Chief of the Medical Staff. With Dr. Walters' able guidance, changes have been made in the staff. Recently the entire Medical Staff met with a few board members and the Executive Director to discuss some of the changes the Missouri Division of Aging is requiring. This conference was very beneficial to all concerned. One of the major subjects was a Living Will that residents are being asked to

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

consider. An agreement has been arranged with Deaconess Hospital to care for Home residents when special care is required. Brother Richard Jacobs remains as Financial Advisor. He works very closely with the Finance Committee. Due to increasing need for income (to operate two units) more funds have been invested in income producing accounts. COORDINATOR OF FRATERNAL RELATIONS

It is Most Worshipful Brother Fielding A. Poe that the Brethren associate with the Masonic Home. Brother Poe has been a tremendous help, traveling the state taking the Home message into the lodges and other appropriate places. His influence will be a benefit to the Home for many, many years to come. Our thanks to you F.A. for dedication and never ending interest in the Fraternity's behalf. ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR The Eastern Star has been instrumental in shaping the Western Unit of the Masonic Home into reality. Their contributions have been many: the kitchen equipment, quilts, televisions with stands, and snack parlor equipment to name a few of the smaller items. Sunday afternoon July 27, 1986 was a great day for The Eastern Star. Most Worshipful Brother Charles E. Scheurich, assisted by other Grand Lodge Officers, laid the cornerstone for the O.E.S. Chapel and Multi-purpose addition to the Western Unit. This chapel is being funded entirely by The Order of Eastern Star. Sister Edith Burnett, Worthy Grand Matron, Brother Ray Osborn, Worthy Grand Patron and Sister Geraldine Molander, P.G.M., President, Order of The Eastern Star Advisory Board, each took part in the cornerstone program. The members of the Advisory Board continue to be most supportive. Words are inadequate to express the Board's appreciation to these ladies for all they have contributed to make the Western Unit a reality. BOARD OF DIRECTORS The by-laws require a change in Masonic Home Board members each year. Two members will be elected at this communication to replace R.W. Bro. D. Robert Downey, who was appointed to replace W. Bro. Seibert Etter, and W. Bro. James A. Estell. Brother Downey, an architect, has served as chairman ofthe Administration Committee. He has rendered yeoman service, especially with the Western Unit construction. Brother Estell, a Missouri insurance company officer, served as chairman of the Finance Committee. Brother Estell's broad knowledge of business practices and understanding of problem solving has been very useful. These two talented and proficient men will be missed. Brethren, serving on the Masonic Home Board is a rewarding experience. If the opportunity to become a member of the Board is ever offered anyone of you, I strongly recommend that you accept. CONCLUSION To the many volunteers who give of their time, talents and gifts to make life more enjoyable for our residents, the Board says "Thank you!"

1986

(;RAND

LOD(a~

OF MISSOURI

To the Editor of The Freemason Magazine, M.W. Brother J. C. Montgomery, for the excellent coverage given to the Masonic Home, "Thank you!" Brethren, our long-time dream for a Western Unit is now a reality. With more residents to care for, the demands for support increase. The Masonic Home of Missouri budget for 1986-1987 is nearly $7,000,000. Fund raising is a never ending project. We, the members of our great fraternity, are obligated to care for the less fortunate. We are the basic source of support for the Home residents. We must not fail them. Respectfully submitted, P. VINCENT KINKEAD, President.

Jr.,

RW. Brother Kinkead moved that the Report of the Masonic Home be accepted and printed in the PROCEEDlKGS. The motion was seconded. By the vote of the Grand Lodge, the Report of the Masonic Home was ACCEPTED. ANNOUNCEMENT BY R. W. DEPUTY GRAND MASTER P. VINCENT KINKEAD

R.W. Brother P. Vincent Kinkead announced that there were those present who had contributions to make to the Masonic Home. At that time he called forward those with contributions: Meridian Lodge No.2 - $1,000 in memory of Harry C. Ploetze East Gate Lodge No. 630 - $2,500 in honor of Past Masters of East Gate Lodge Osage Lodge No. 303 - $120.45 Westport Lodge No. 340 - $100.00 LaMonte Lodge No. 574 - $123.14 Macks Creek Lodge No. 433 - $100.00 in honor of Robert W. Wyman, M.D. Fellowship Lodge No. 345 - $25,000 in memory of departed Brethren of Fellowship Lodge No. 345

The Brethren who made the contributions }Vere graciously thanked by M.W. Brother Charles E. Scheurich. REPORT OF MISSOURI LODGE OF RESEARCH

M.W. Brother Earl K. Dille, Worshipful Master, presented the Report of the Missouri Lodge of Research. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M., of Missouri: BRETHREK: As Master of the Missouri Lodge of Research, I am happy to report that we have ended a productive year, with a significant increase in membership. Upon the completion of our forty-fifth year as a chartered research lodge of this grand jurisdiction, I herewith submit a report of the activities during 1985-86. Truly, the saddest event of the past year has been the passing of our secretary, Alfred Whitfield Griffith. Whit was faithful and industrious, and in addition, knew all there was to know about the Missouri Lodge of Research. I am certain that all my predecessors in this job will agree that we depended upon Whit to an immense degree. In the summer of 1985, Bill Chapman and I travelled to Fulton, where we had lunch with Whit and Ovid Bell. We then spent the afternoon with Whit. I will always treasure that afternoon. It was the last time I ever saw him. Masonry had indeed lost a giant.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

The good news is that the Truman book was published this past January. We had promised it to our members and to the rest of the Craft for many years, and thanks to Allen Roberts, the author, Tom Warden, our editor, and Bill Chapman, who was the Master of the Lodge of Research when we got the project off the ground, the book is at last a reality. Every Missouri Mason should read it. This is the Masonic biography of a great politician, President, Grand Master, and I might add, Master of the Missouri Lodge of Research. Our membership has increased significantly over the past year, from 1,264 in 1985 to 1,587 at present. We are back on schedule, producing books at the rate of at least once a year, thanks to our hard-working editor, and this has doubtless contributed to our increase in membership. There is certainly no question that the publication of the Truman book has caused a quantum jump in our numbers. For years we have been putting out books by such excellent Masonic writers as Coil, Case, Cerza, and Roberts. These brethren have produced beautifully, but they are gradually passing from the scene. Our own state is literally the keystone state of Masonic history in the V nited States. We are the mother grand lodge to a number of others, and we have many wonderful and inspiring stories out there, waiting to be written. Would that Missouri Masons among you would start producing manuscripts for our Lodge of Research, so we would not have to depend so heavily upon the out-of-staters. Check your own lodge's archives. V se the Grand Lodge library. Some of you belong to the very earliest of our lodges, and your minute books, in many cases, are still intact. With a little effort you can immortalize your lodge and insure that its story will be preserved. We encourage you to submit material for publication. Our speaker at our Lodge of Research breakfast last September, during the Grand Lodge session, was Bro. Stew Pollard, who heads up the Masonic Service Association of the V.S. We are always happy to see Brother Pollard, and we encourage all brethren to become individual members of that fine national organization. Our Senior Warden, R.W. Bro. Robert D. Jenkins, presided at our annual breakfast held in conjunction with the Grand Commandery conclave. This May it was held in St. Joseph, and the speaker was Bro. James M. Willson, Jr. of Texas, the Deputy Grand Master of the Grand Council in that state. He was previously Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Texas, Grand High Priest, and Grand Commander. The brethren all enjoyed Brother Willson's remarks. At this year's fall breakfast we will have R.W. Bro. Thomas C. Warden as our speaker. Tom is retiring as Chairman of the Grand Lodge Committee on Masonic Education, but we trust he will remain our outstanding- editor for a long time to come. I am proud to have appointed Brother Warden into the advancing line of the Grand Lodge a few years back. Brethren, I encourage all of you who are not yet members of the Missouri Lodge of Research to correct that error of omission during this Grand Lodge Session. Ask any member about what a fine deal membership is. Pick up an application and give us a try. You won't regret it. Frank W. Hazelrigg has undertaken to fill Whit Griffith's shoes in the most

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

important job of Secretary-Treasurer of the Lodge of Research. Frank is doing an excellent job, and I truly don't know what we would have done without him. Sincerely and fraternally submitted. EARL K. DILLE, P.G.M. Worshipful Master. MISSOURI LODGE OF RESEARCH OFFICERS, 1985-1986 Worshipful Master - Earl K. Dille, 27 Dunleith Drive, St. Louis 63131 Senior Warden - Robert D. Jenkins, 7741 Troost, Kansas City 64131 Junior Warden - Thomas C. Warden, P.O. Box 540, Owensville 65066 Secretary-Treasurer- Frank W. Hazelrigg, 505 Hwy. Z, Fulton 65251 Senior Deacon - Ray Hilton,.2929 S. Barnes, Springfield 65804 Junior Deacon - J. C. Montgomery, Jr., 950 Forestlac Ct., St. Louis 63141 Senior Stewart - Marvin Shull, 2304 Shady Lane, Gladstone 64118 Junior Stewart - P. Vincent Kinkead, Rt. 2, Farmington 63640 Senior Marshal- Charles W. Ohrvall, 10516 E. 35th Terrace, Independence 64052 Junior Marshal- Martin B. Toybes, 1116 Chantal Lane, St. Louis 63132 Senior Director of Ceremonies - Daniel F. Cole, P.O. Box 149, St. Louis 63166 Junior Director of Ceremonies - Richard L. Smith, 459 Wilcox Avenue, Kirkwood 63122 Chaplain - Albert H. Van Gels, 24 Spring Drive, Florissant 63031 TRVSTEES

Elvis A. Mooney, 117 N. Prairie St., Bloomfield 63825 William H Chapman, 250 Blackmer Pl., Webster Groves 63119 Frank A. Arnold, 733 Main St., Boonville 65233 Stanton T. Brown, Route I, Box 225, Buckner 64016 ADVISORY BOARD

Earl K. Dille, 27 Dunleith Drive, St. Louis 63131 Harry Gershenson, Sr., 7733 Forsyth, St. Louis 63105 Robert D. Jenkins, 7741 Troost Ave., Kansas City 64131 William H. Utz, Jr., 1208 Corby Bldg., St. Joseph 64501 William R. Robbins, 515 DeBolt St., Trenton 64683 BOARD OF PUBLICAnONS

William R. Denslow, P.O. Box 569, Trenton 64683 Lewis C. Cook, P.O. Box 12444, North Kansas City 64116 Bruce H. Hunt, P.O. Box 188, Kirksville 63501 Ovid H. Bell, 1201-05 Bluff St., Fulton 65251 Frank W. Hazelrigg, 505 Hwy. Z, Fulton 65251 EDITOR

Thomas C. Warden, P.O. Box 540, Owensville 65066

M.W. Brother Dille moved that the printed Report of The Lodge of Research be received and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded. By the vote of the Grand Lodge, the Report of the Missouri Lodge of Research was RECEIVED. PRESENTATION OF RESOLUTIONS

The Grand Secretary read Resolutions presented at this time in the Monday

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

Afternoon Session (First Day) of the Annual Communication for referral to the Grand Lodge Committ~e on Jurisiprudence for consideration and for the Committee Report to be given in the Tuesday Morning Session (Second Day) of the Annual Communication. RESOLVTION IN RE: NEW SECTION 1.081 OF TIlE BY-LAWS OF THE GRA:"JD 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 1.081 and provide as follows:

"Section 1.081. The Grand Secretary shall hold two instructive meetings per year, with all subordinate lodge secretaries, one being approximately the ISth day of November and the other being approximately the 15th day of May. Both to be held on Saturday and to be held in Columbia, Missouri." Statement of Purpose: It would be helpful to be better informed of all changes at Grand Lodge and to understand and fill out all the Grand Lodge Reports, along with all other paperwork that goes into the Grand Lodge Office. To do a much better job as Lodge Secretary and to our subordinate lodges, a lot better communications with all concerned, plus all records would be up to date. CHRISS GREE:'Il, Secretary, Raytown Lodge No. 391, LAWREl\;CE O. Al\DERSO:\', Raytown Lodge No. 391, JOE FISCHER, Raytown Lodge No. 391, WILLIAM E. J0:-.JES, Mt. Washington Lodge No. 614, J. FRANK HORl\"Il\G, Country Club Lodge No. 656.

RESOLCTIOl\ I:"J RE: BLANKET I;\iSURANCE COVERAGE Be It Resolved, That the Grand Master appoint a special committee for the purpose of investigating the necessity and feasibility of purchasing blanket insurance coverage for the Grand Lodge and Constituent Lodges. This committee's responsibilities could include, but would not be limited to the following:

1. A study of insurance currently held by any of the constituent lodges - amounts and types of coverage and costs of such coverage. 2. A study of insurance currently held by other Grand Lodges - amounts and types of coverage and costs of such coverage. 3. A recommendation as to whether Blanket Insurance coverage should be purchased for the Grand Lodge, the constituent Lodges, or both and the coverage recommended. 4. An evaluation of the costs of such coverage through inquiry as to many insurance companies as the committee deems appropriate. S. The savings attainable under the recommended Blanket coverage for those constituent lodges which already carry insurance with the option of purchasing additional coverage to be left to each constituent lodge. 6. The method by which the premiums for such insurance shall be financed. 7. A determination of the responsible Grand Lodge Officer or Officers or committee to administer the insurance program. 8. The development of resolutions to place the findings before the Grand Lodge for action. Be It Further Resolved, That the committee shall prepare a report of its findings and

198fi

(;RAND LOD(;E OF

~IISSOURI

conclusions, proposals, etc., by April 1, 1987 for the review of the Grand Master and such others as deemed necessary. R.W. DA"'IEL F. COLE, Jefferson Lodge No. 43 R.W. RALPH O. KOl.B, Anchor Lodge No. 443 RESOLUTION II'< RE: AMENDI"'G SECTIO:-.i 10.050 OF THE BY-LAWS OF THE GRAI'<D LODGE OF MISSOCRI To the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons 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 changing Section 10.050 to read as follows: "Section 10.050. ANNUAL RETURNS. Each Lodge makes an annual return to the Grand Lodge as of June 30. The return is sent to the Grand Secretary on or before August 1. The return is in duplicate, contains list of the officers; of those who have been initiated, passed, raised, and affiliated; and of deaths, dimissions, suspensions, expulsions, rejections, and restorations since the last annual return with respective dates opposite each name and it is signed by the master and secretary under the seal. The return is forwarded with the dues required by Section 10.040 with the fees required by Section 10.020 and 10.030. A Lodge which fails to make proper returns with proper remittance is fined ten dollars ($10.00) per each week or fraction thereof of delay." Purpose of By-Law Change:

This amendment change increases the frequency of fines from monthly to weekly. It is anticipated that this change will improve the promptness of filing of the returns. GERALD W. BCR="iWORTII, Freedom Lodge No. 636, HEI'<RY O. SCRRELLS, Freedom Lodge No. 636, LOCIS V. BCETT:--;ER, Freedom Lodge No. 636, DENNIS E. FETTER, Freedom Lodge No. 636, MICHAEL P. SINGER, SR., Freedom Lodge No. 636, WII.LOR KLEI!\E, Freedom Lodge No. 636, HARRY O. MAEl\!\ER, Freedom Lodge No. 636. RESOLUTIO="i II'< RE: AME="iDI:\G SECTIO:\ 4.060 OF THE BY-LAWS TO THE GRAND LODGE OF :\;f1SS0URI Be It Resolved, That Section 4.060 of the Constitution and By-Laws of the Grand Lodge of Missouri be amended by eliminating the words: "for at least four months each year holds a Lodge of Instruction once a week" and substitute the following words - "may hold a Lodge of Instruction as deemed necessary" so that it will read as follows:

"Section 4.060. LODGES OF INSTRUCTION. In districts containing 40 or more Lodges the District Deputy Grand Master and District Deputy Grand Lecturer with three other members selected by the District Deputy Grand Lecturer from three separate lodges in the district constitute a Committee on Masonic Instruction. It adopts rules for its own government and may hold a Lodge of Instruction as deemed necessary. The District Deputy Grand Lecturers may appoint assistant instructors as they consider necessary. Lodges voluntarily participating may contribute sums necessary to pay actual expenses." Purl)(),le of Amendment:

Attendance of subordinate lodge officers and members is less than one from each lodge. Many lodges have not participated. The District Deputy Grand Lecturers

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

deem it necessary to change the lodge of instruction's rigid mode and to hold ritual schools in each lodge or temple to improve the ritual. CHARLES BENEDICT, Wellston Lodge No. 613, MAURICE BRASCH, Benjamin Franklin No. 642, JAMES D. DONALDSON, Overland Lodge No. 623, D. DUANE SILLS, Ferguson Lodge No. 542, ROGER G. HUFFMASTER, Ferguson Lodge No. 542. REMARKS OF THE MOST WORSHIPFUL GRAND MASTER PAUL H. DORSEY OF OKLAHOMA REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON GRAND MASTER'S ADDRESS

M.W. Brother Vern H. Schneider presented the Report of the Committee on the Grand Master's Address. To the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri: BRETHREN: As required by Grand Lodge Law the Committee on the Grand Master's Address has studied the address of M.W. Brother Charles E. Scheurich and submits this report. By reason of his experience as the chief executive officer of Missouri Masons during the past year his observations and recommendations merit study by all members of this Grand Lodge. Through his continuation of the Round Table Meetings for leaders of the various bodies and organizations which comprise the Masonic Family and as a result of his participation in special events involving several of those organizations the Grand Master displayed a commendable desire to promote harmony within the larger Masonic Family. He merits praise for his efforts to strengthen our Masonic education program at the lodge level. His suggestion as to the allocation of more time at Area Meetings for Masonic education should be considered by his successors. And his recommendation as to the budgeting of more funds for lodge education, including the employment of a Grand Lodge Staff Officer for Masonic Education should be referred to the Ways and Means Committee. In addressing the problem of lodge leadership his perception of the possible blurring of ritualistic ability with leadership ability reminds us of the need for consideration of multiple criteria in the lodge officer selection process. The Grand Master is to be complimented for dedicating this year's Area Meetings to the memory of M.W. Brother Thomas J. Davis, who first conducted the Area Meetings in 1972 and who, in 1985, was called to the Celestial Lodge on High. The suggestions of the Grand Master as to possible changes in the Constitution and By-Laws may be considered by the Brethren for action in accordance with the amendment procedures recognized by Grand Lodge Law. The decisions, dispensations, consents and healings, as reported in the address, should be referred to the Jurisprudence Committee for appropriate consideration. The Past Grand Masters appreciate the calling of a meeting to which they were invited in March for the purpose of exchanging ideas as to problems facing the Fraternity. And soon we shall welcome him to our own ranks. To his successor we pledge our unqualified support. Fraternally submitted, FIELDING A. POE, P.G.M., VERN H. SCHNEIDER, P.G.M., JAMES A. NOLAND, JR., P.G.M., ROBERT J. CREDE, P.G.M., A. BASEY VANLANDINGHAM, P.G.M., ELVIS A. MOONEY, P.G.M., LEWIS C. WES COOK, P.G.M., J. EDWARD BUN:'Il, P.G.M., J. MORGAN DONELSON, P.G.M., BRUCE H. HUNT, P.G.M., WALTER L. WALKER, P.G.M. FRANK P. BRIGGS, P.G.M.,

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

M.W. Brother Schneider moved that the Reportofthe Committee on Grand Master's Address be received and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded. By the vote of the Grand Lodge the Report of the Committee on Grand Master's Address was RECEIVED. M.W. Brother William J. Hill presented a Minority Report on the Grand Master's Address. M1NomTY REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON GRAND MASTER'S ADDRESS

To the Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of the State of Missouri: BRETHREN: This Minority Report is directed to only one subject in the Grand Master's Address. The subject pertains to a matter upon which you, as a Grand Lodge, will be required to act at this Communication. The action to be taken by you will go to the very heart of the integrity and honor of the Grand Lodge of Missouri. Consequently, this Minority Report is born of the strongest possible conviction that such integrity and honor can be preserved in these actions only by your closest possible adherence to the most vital of Masonic principles. The Majority Report would approve the Address as a whole and with the customary commendations. Such action would seriously compromise and permanently damage the integrity and honor of Missouri Freemasonry. This Minority Report, therefore, in the name of the highest Masonic principles, seeks to reject that portion of the Address which broaches the subject of alleged misconduct of a certain elective Grand Lodge Officer. It is accurate to say that ยง2.010 (i) of the Grand Lodge By-Laws requires the Grand Master to present his Address on the first day of this Communication, with an account of his official acts, the state and condition of Missouri Freemasonry and his recommendations. But, subparagraph (k) of this same section expressly provides that "he has no power to suspend the operation of any law of the Grand Lodge or do anything contrary thereto." If the Grand Lodge Officer, upon whom this indirect attack has been made, had been guilty of such misconduct as would justify his suspension from office, and such conduct involved moral turpitude, then it would warrant immediate action, in a proper forum and by proper procedure, to terminate his membership in the Fraternity. Any brother in possession of facts and proof of misconduct by another brother is compelled, by moral obligation, to file or cause others to file a Masonic charge in the proper forum. The brother in possession of such facts and proof is not privileged to publish his knowledge outside the required channels necessary to a proper prosecution. Where, as here, the brother is a candidate for elective office, any publication outside of the required channels would constitute "negative" electioneering. Such action is not only contrary to Masonic principles in Missouri, but is prohibited and made a Masonic offense by ยง8.030 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws. Notwithstanding, being presented on the first day of the Grand Lodge Communication, and on the very eve of the election, the Grand Master's Address speaks not for the proper purpose of alleviating doubt of misconduct, but instead speaks in such manner as to create doubt of innocence and worthiness of reelection. It is common knowledge that for some time before the publication of the Grand Master's Address there have been open discussions of the alleged misconduct. So open in some instances, that high ranking officers, past and present, have stood in open lodge to discuss the matter. In each instance where a brother has claimed to have the facts and proof of misconduct, or has merely expressed an opinion of guilt, he has committed the Masonic offense of electioneering. In each instance where such purported facts and opinions of guilt have been repeated, the brother repeating them has also been guilty of a Masonic offense. Moreover, the practical effect of the Grand Master's Address is to lift such statements

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

and opinions from the rank of uncertainty, built upon hearsay, rumor and gossip, and to clothe them with apparent, but yet unproved, validity. But the Grand Master has no power, and no more right, to violate the prohibition against electioneering than any other brother. As a matter of principle, the Grand Master in making his Address, and all brothers who have been guilty of making statements and opinions of guilt without filing charges, are entitled to the presumption of good intentions. However, neither the depth of their convictions nor the sincerity of their intentions, even when associated with their official rank within the Fraternity, can justify a violation of Masonic principles and law and the resulting denial of due process to a brother. Each member of the Craft, regardless of station, has the unqualified right to enjoy the coveted fellowship so much sought and practiced by Freemasons. The granting of such right is wholly dependent upon one's good name and reputation, a prized possession second only in value to one's self esteem. To destroy the former is to risk destroying the latter - perhaps even the man. Thus, the good name and reputation once earned within the ranks of Freemasonry must be carefully guarded and are deserving of the utmost protection. In that sense, each member is his brother's keeper. Such reasoning is not altogether altruistic; it selfishly assures each of us that every other brother is similarly the keeper of our good name and reputation. Each of us knows from experience that the very nature of man makes him altogether too quick to judge others unfairly. Each of us is a rough ashlar which the lessons of Freemasonry seek to shape and refine into a perfect ashlar, in spite of impossibility. For the sake of the perfection for which we strive, and our own good name and reputation, we cannot now afford to forsake these important lessons. Masonically speaking, we must face the truth that the good name and reputation of a brother, once unfairly indicated, but remaining uncharged, regardless of guilt or innocence, are rendered defenseless and Masonsically impotent. Such unprincipled procedure does not result in resolution by the truth of guilt or innocence to the gain of anyone. Instead, it assures conviction based upon uncertainty by denying the opportunity for vindication, and thus destroys the truth of guilt or innocence. If this Grand Lodge is to approve, and then utilize, such procedure in its deliberations, we will not have destroyed but one man; we will have destroyed a whole Fraternity of honorable men by our own dishonor. The Missouri Legislature in 1863, by special legislative act, created the Grand Lodge of Missouri as a body politic and corporate. It did so upon the express condition that the Fraternity not adopt any constitution, by-law, rule or regulation, which would be contrary to the Constitution of Missouri or the Constitution of the United States. As a strict legal proposition, this alone would prohibit the denial of due process of law to any brother. But, even without such legal requirement, the beautiful system of morals embraced by Freemasonry would demand "due process of law" for every brother. Certainly, a brother who dons the mantle of an officer of the Grand Lodge does not by reason thereof forfeit the right to due process essential to justice and fairness. His name and reputation are not only his prized possession, but have become the prized possession of the Grand Lodge as well. Like all brethren, he remains entitled to all rights and privileges accorded to honorable men by honorable men. These valuable rights and privileges of necessity continue by presumption until and unless it is determined in a proper forum by proper procedure that such brother, by his conduct, has forfeited his rights and privileges to Masonic fellowship. Since even good men are periodically blinded by over zealousness and good intentions, it becomes necessary to pause and review the elements of due process of law and the importance of never deviating from them. First and foremost, he is entitled throughout to the presumption of innocence. Next, he is entitled to be informed in writing, and with clarity, of any charge against him which would seek to take away his good name and reputation or any other prerequisite

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

to effective Masonic fellowship. He is entitled to be confronted by the witnesses and evidence against him, and to the fairest possible opportunity to test their credibility by cross-examination. He is entitled to sufficient time to prepare and to present his defense by way of witnesses and evidence, or not as he may choose without losing one vestige of the presumption of innocence. He is entitled to a trial by a jury of his peers, whose impartiality is guaranteed by a fair selective process. He is entitled to have all of this occur in a proper forum before a proper tribunal, whose sole responsibility is to govern the proceeding by fair rules and to see to the applicatioin of proper law, and he is entitled to be represented by counsel throughout such proceeding. The Trial Code, found in the By-Laws of our Fraternity, has been carefully devised by eminent jurists among the Craft to assure due process of law in keeping with the moral obligations of Freemasonry and the law of the land. These are the rights which must be accorded every brother, for without them, Freemasonry could not stand in the face of its own principles. Yet, the Grand Lodge Officer upon whom this indirect attack has been made has never been charged with misconduct by any brother in any Masonic forum. He does not even stand before you "suspended from office" under ยง2.010 (e) of the Grand Lodge By-Laws. With respect to the latter, the Grand Master in his Address seeks to justify inaction on the ground that the Deputy Grand Master refused to give his written concurrence. But such position of the Grand Master, to place the blame elsewhere, begs the question. Section 2.010 (e) simply provides procedure for "suspending from any office any officer of the Grand Lodge until the next annual communication." Thus, the remedy afforded by this section is only a temporary and limited expedient. Its use would not have resolved but only preserved the dilemma now facing this Grand Lodge. Moreover, this section required a finding of "good cause" for suspension from office, as well as the written concurrence of two other designated Grand Lodge Officers. Thus, with one fell swoop, the Grand Master not only indicted one Grand Lodge Officer by implying he had "good cause" to suspend him, but he unfairly indicts the Deputy Grand Master with the statement that "the Deputy Grand Master placed conditions on his approval which rendered it ambiguous." The unfairness of such latter indictment, however, does have several redeeming values for the Craft. First, the admitted truth is that the Deputy Grand Master did give his written concurrence. However, he was not for summary suspension based on the evidence presented by the Grand Master, and upon which the Grand Master was relying for suspension. The Deputy Grand Master stated his reservation by adding to his written concurrence that it was his belief the officer in question should be given an opportunity to explain and possibly disprove the evidence. After such explanation by the Grand Lodge Officer in question before the Grand Lodge Officers, and even though the written concurrence of the Deputy Grand Master was not withdrawn, as admitted by the Grand Master, he did not suspend the officer in question. This exemplifies a very sound legal principle. Where two reasonable men differ on such issue, there may be a basis for a trial to determine guilt or innocence, but of certain there is no basis for the drastic action of summary conviction. A second redeeming value is that the action of our highly respected Deputy Grand Master reveals that he has the strength of his own convictions, and is willing to uphold the principles of Freemasonry. For this he is deserving of commendation of the Craft and not condemnation and blame. As previously noted in this report, the temporary suspension from office was not the only remedy available. The law does not require the concurrence of any other brother as a prerequisite to filing a charge of misconduct which goes to the very heart of continued membership. Notwithstanding, no brother has filed charges. Instead, those who might claim to have facts and proof to support a charge of misconduct have chosen the safety of anonymity. While thus carefully guarding their own names and reputations, those few have sought to destroy the name and reputation of another by unMasonic means. They have exploited the natural weaknesses of their

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

brothers to judge, by using speculation and conjecture based upon hearsay, rumor and gossip. This Grand Lodge must recognize these defiling and manipulative efforts for what they are, and decisively divorce itself from them. When cast in its proper perspective, the uncharged Grand Lodge Officer is not on trial today. Neither is the Deputy Grand Master for giving his written concurrence with the expression that a brother should be given an opportunity to explain evidence that was not absolutely clear. Instead, because of speculation and conjecture, based upon hearsay, rumor and gossip, what will be on trial later today will pe the conscience of the good and honorable men of this Grand Lodge. Each voting member knows the source of his information. Each voting member knows that the secrecy of the ballot will protect his decision from all, except the Great Architect of the Universe. Each voting member also knows in his own heart that condoning the unconscionable use of the secret ballot against another, which ballot is poisoned with rumor and gossip, when widely evidenced, may some day return to sound the demise of his own good name and reputation, and his right to Masonic fellowship. Under the circumstances existing, and confronted with the responsibility of the decision to be imposed upon each one of you without notice or choice, it becomes necessary to rely upon sound principle. Ingrained deep in our American Heritage is the sound rule of self protection so carefully guarded by the Constitution of the United Statess. Paraphrased, it is better to adopt procedural rules of due process that may risk allowing ten men to go free, than to adopt procedural rules that will seriously risk the conviction of even one innocent man. Put in the words of the moment, in the name of justice and fairness, it is better to opt in favor of making a possible mistake today that can be corrected by due process tomorrow, than to make a possible mistake today which is irreparable and cannot be later corrected by any honorable means. As we ballot in our respective lodges we are admonished to vote for the best interests of Freemasonry. In the instance of the dilemma which will be confronting you later today at the election of officers by secret ballot, such admonition can be obeyed in good conscience only by a vote for the highest principles' of Freemasonry, and not for or against any man. With ill-will and malice toward none, it is respectfully submitted that this Minority Report, which is being considered before the election by secret ballot, should be received by this Grand LodRe as an open declaration of qualification to the Majority Report, and that it thereafter be printed in the official records of these PROCEEDINGS to evidence a stand for honor and integrity. Respectfully submitted, WM. J. HILL, P.G.M., J. C. MONTGOMERY, JR., P.G.M., EARL K. DILLE, P.G.M., Gus O. NATIONS, P.G.M., WILLIAM H CHAPMAN, P.G.M.

M.W. Brother Hill moved that the Minority Report on the Grand Master's Address be received and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded. By vote of the Grand Lodge the Minority Report on the Grand Master's Address was RECEIVED. ELECTION OF GRAND LODGE OFFICERS

M.W. Grand Master Scheurich appointed R.W. Brother Larry F. Barriner Chairman of the Election and designated District Deputy Grand Masters of the even-numbered Masonic Districts as Tellers. The ballots were dispersed, voted and collected, after which the Grand Master declared the voting closed.

1986

(;RAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

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 M.W. Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri:

RE: COLUMBIA LODGE NO. 534 JAMES L. ANDING

The Committee on Appeals and Grievances has fully reviewed all of the evidence and the proceedings in the above entitled case. (I) The conviction of the accused in the State Court was for the offense of tampering with a witness. The appeal from this conviction, which appeal is reported in State vs. Anding, 689 Southwest 2nd 745 (Missouri Court of Appeals 1985), fully sustains the charge of un Masonic conduct, since the accused was sentenced to three years in the state penitentiary for the said offense. Certainly, this conviction of the criminal offense charge constituted a Masonic offense and justified expulsion. (2) Section 28.020 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws covers the Masonic charge that a Freemason convicted of a criminal offense is guilty of disobedience of law, thus constituting a Masonic offense and justifying expulsion. The record in this case fully sustains the charge of unMasonic conduct and the penalty of expulsion based upon the foregoing conviction of the criminal offense of tampering with a witness. (3) Section 28.020 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws provides that a willful violation of the laws, moral, criminal or Masonic, is a Masonic offense. We find that there was ample evidence of such Masonic offense pleaded and proved. (4) Section 28.030 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws provides that any act, conduct or neglect of duty tending to impair the good name of the Masonic Institution, or its usefulness, or to cause scandal, or to degrade it in public estimation, or which is otherwise in violation of the obligations or teachings of Freemasonry, constitute a Masonic offense. Our Committee has considered that, in addition to the specific conviction above, the general misconduct of the accused, which was widely publicized in the press, was a violation of Section 28.030 and was ground for expulsion. (5) The Committee has carefully considered the complaint of the accused that no counsel was appointed for him to represent him at the trial. Section 29.120 of the Grand Lodge By-Laws does not have any requirement of counsel for the accused. Thus, we find that this complaint is without merit. RECOMMENDATIONS The Committee recommends that the finding and judgment of expulsion, which was ordered in this case, should be affirmed. JAMES E. BROWN, ROBERT M. FE!': LON , LLOYD L. SCHAI!':KER, HAROLD JOS. TONER, HARRY GERSHE!':SON, SR., Chairman.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

R.W. Brother Harry Gershenson, Sr. moved that the report of the Committee on Appeals and Grievances be approved and that the Brother be expelled from all rights and privileges of Freemasonry. Motion was seconded and by vote of the Grand Lodge the Report of the Committee on Appeals and Grievances was accepted. REMARKS OF

J. C.

MONTGOMERY,

JR.,

PAST GRAND MASTER

M.W. Grand Master, I thank you for the courtesy of allowing me this personal privilege, because as a student of Roberts Rules of Order, you could have ruled me out of order, except on a personal privilege. Since we had already disposed of the matter before us, and if you want to rise to that point of order, Brother, I have given you the information. When I went to my room at noon, mainly because the room across the hall gets awfully crowded, I remembered that my wife was away at the ladies luncheon. And I wondered to myself what was the best thing that I could do for her, and so, I hope she thinks its good ... I just left a note on the bed. "Get a good rest, I love you." Brethren, this may be a kind of love note, although you may not think so at the time. I come before you in heaviness of heart ... loss of sleep. Should I live to the end of this year, I will have been a Master Mason for 40 and 6 years. And for 26 years in one capacity or another I have been associated with the Grand Lodge of Missouri. Great and noble men who have come through its portals, into its ranks, held office in line. Wonderful men who have served the Fraternity, and in a larger sense, have served all of humankind. I am grateful to you for joys of fellowship thousands of you have given to me, for the Masonic fellowship that I have enjoyed across this near half-century. Yet, my pathway was crossed by disappointments and this indeed is my heaviness. I do not, I do not care to repeat some of the matters that were so ably presented by M.W. Brother Hill. Some of my high expectations of others have not been realized. Freemasonry is no better and alas Brother Charlie, I feel that the Grand Master's otherwise outstanding year was spotted by that portion of the Grand Master's address. Unfortunately, that is only one chapter, only one chapter in what so often is a long and sordid story on behalf of many Masons. The pages of that behavior have been filled with accounts of surly personality, unseemly quarreling, political machinations on the part of some from whom we have had a right to expect better. On the other hand, if by inclination, if by implication we seem to condemn one who refused to play the puppet, whose hand and heart were guided by the precepts of justice and Masonic fair play, is an act that is unworthy. But important as that is, there is something that is far more at stake. It is the very soul of the Grand Lodge which is threatened. Let us fail to act as friends and Brothers in this or any other matter, and irreparable damage will be done to the Craft. Divisions will persist for years. And secret or not, the word will out and the Craft will be discredited in the eyes of the profane public. I know what a trying year this has been for the Grand Lodge Officers. And some of us upon the outside have tried to work from the sideline, giving hours, traveling miles, suffering burdens of spirit, along with those of you in the Grand Lodge line. I know what a trying year it has been for our Grand Master. I know how he has carried not only the burden of administrative duty, but he has carried the very heavy load of Helen Ruth's health. And my

1986

(~RAND LOD(~E

OF MISSOURI

heart went out to him when he spoke of her and what she has meant to him. Nonetheless, heart and conscience alike compel me to speak, as well as the teachings of Freemasonry, which are my guide in all of this. Brethren, I speak these words first to myself, and you can speak them to me, and then I speak them to the Grand Lodge Officers and to all of you from the highest officer to the youngest Master Mason seated among us. As you know, my principal duty in the Grand Lodge is the preparation of the Necrology Report, the solemn tribute for those whose voice is silent, whose handclasps shall be felt no more upon this earthly planet. Should I have prepared another kind of Necrology Report: Death comes to all of us, but there is another kind of dying as well. Listen carefully to that Necrology Report. Brotherly Love is dying, would you let it die, would you let it die? You and I heard the same solemn words. By the exercise of Brotherly Love, we are to aid, support and protect each other. If we destroy a person's reputation, if we do not give a fair hearing in due and orderly process, in electioneering against, as well as electioneering for, do we not strike a mortal blow at Brotherly Love? Brotherly Love is dying. Would you let it die? Relief is perishing among us. Now, relief among Freemasons is more than charity, it is a hand up and not a hand out. We know what hand to back means. It is the relief that a Brother can offer to his fellow, not talliating or overlooking his offenses. It is the hand to back of relief, it is not a hand behind the back that holds the dagger of hate. Remember that around this or some altar, you have promised to befriend and relieve every worthy Brother who shall need your assistance, and maybe, it would be to help some one who might not even be worthy. Remember that you have promised to remind him in the most tender manner of his failings and aid his reformation. The spirit of relief is weakening, shall it die? Shall it die? Truth is in peril among Freemasons. Our Ritual work calls it a divine attribute, and the foundation of every virtue. To be a good man and true is the first lesson that is taught in Freemasonry. But if truth is distorted, if lies have been made out of ordinary human relationships, if men have made promises and not fulfilled them, if they have spoken fair words to one's face and on another day they have gone back upon that word, we are told that when we are influenced by the principle of truth, that dishonesty and decit are unknown among us, and sincerity and plain dealing shall distinguish us. And the very heart and the tongue would join in promoting another one's welfare. Truth languishes, shall it die among Missouri Freemasons? "Shall it die among you?" NO, I don't believe that. I believe that what I have described, even though it is true, is not typical of Missouri Freemasons. I want to believe in all of you, even those of you to whom these words might seem harsh. You and I have come too far, we have walked too many miles in the Masonic Pilgrimage. Of course, you have been facing hard decisions, and Grand Lodge Officers, to every member of this Grand Lodge, none really can dictate to you what they can be. But there is something bigger about all of this, bigger than you and I are. For you and I believe in playing fair, in acting upon the square. You and I believe that Brotherly Love, Relief and Truth should be living principles in our lives. We believe that, for God's sake, let's put it into practice that the duties and the moral virtues so frequently inculcated in every lodge may also be found in the Grand Lodge out of that lodge as well. So mote it be, so mote it be.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON MASONIC EDUCATION

To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: This has been a banner year for your Committee on Masonic Education. The Grand Lodge Achievement Award Program, which started in 1975, marked the beginning of its second decade with a strong agenda for the constituent lodges, and the Lodge Education Officer project - designed to strengthen the role of Masonic Education at the Blue Lodge level - was launched with seven area meetings throughout the state which attracted several hundred lodge education committee officers and lodge officers in addition to interested brethren. Additionally, the Missouri Education Committee hosted the 12-state Midwest Conference on Masonic Education in St. Louis on May 1, 2, and 3, providing a forum for several excellent talks and papers delivered by notable Masonic scholars. The Achievement Award Program, under the able stewardship of Bro. Dan Cole, was particularly strengthened by the addition of a requirement for lodges to publish a newsletter or trestleboard. The response has been truly outstanding, and many lodges have produced fine publications with excellent results. Also, the committee notes, again this year the quality of applications for the award has improved considerably, particularly in the area of Masonic education programs. This can be attributed largely to efforts by lodge education officers, and they are to be complimented for their efforts. The Achievement Award program is not an instant "fix" for the problems which plague most lodges; but over a period of time, if the requirements are diligently carried out, the program can make a difference in attendance, in involvement of members in lodge functions, and in improving the image of Freemasonry in the community. For those lodges who are enthusiastically involved in the program, we say "Thanks, keep up the good work." For those who are not, we implore you "Try it ... you might like it." The Lodge Education Officer project is off to a solid start. Members of your committee, together with the Grand Master and Deputy Grand Master, conducted workshops for lodge education officers and other interested members at seven locations throughout the state on two separate weekends. The first weekend, the group traveled to Kirksville, St. Joseph, Kansas City and Springfield; the second weekend took us to Sikeston, St. Louis and Jefferson City. In each place we were greeted with enthusiasm, and the workshops provided an opportunity for the exchange of ideas, concerns and possible solutions to some of the problems we face in this fraternity. The committee was delighted with the turnout and response, and we expect to continue Masonic Education workshops throughout the state in an effort to help strengthen the fabric of Freemasonry in Missouri. We urge the constituent lodges to appoint lodge education officers and committees and let them become involved in the routine of lodge functions. This program has benefited from the strong direction of Bro. John Siscel. The Midwest Conference on Masonic Education in St. Louis attracted brethren from throughout the 12 member jurisdictions, and they were treated to a welcoming address by G.M. Charles Scheurich, a keynote address by P.G.M. Earl K. Dille, and scholarly presentations by P.G.M. J. C. Montgomery, Jr., Masonic Service Association Ex. Sec. Stewart M. L. Pollard, and Masonic author and educator Allen E. Roberts, among others. We were pleased to

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

have in attendance D.G.M. P. Vincent Kinkead and G.L. Stanton T. Brown. Brethren, this is my swan song as chairman of the Committee on Masonic Education. A member of the committee since 1975, I have chaired this group of exceptionally fine brethren for seven years, and that is time enough for any man. I have requested that I be replaced as chairman, and shall linger for one more year as a member until my present term expires in 1987. I leave the chairmanship in able hands and with a membership of some of the finest Freemasons I have been privileged to know. During my time on the committee, I have watched the Achievement Award Program grow, and, believe me, I can tell you it does make a difference in those lodges that are involved in it. I was on the committee when it hosted two visits to Missouri by that extraordinary Freemason from the Grand Lodge of England, Bro. Harry Carr. And I am satisfied that the Lodge Education Officer program is solidly in place and will continue to help this Fraternity rise to the challenges which will confront it during the 1980s and into the 1990s and next century. I have enjoyed my tenure on this committee; I treasure having had the opportunity to meet and visit with hundreds of Missouri Masons. I am grateful to members of the committee for their support, and to our Grand Secretary Emeritus Frank Ames Arnold who has helped me on more occasions than I can recount here. Brethren, it has been a privilege to serve you as chairman of the Committee on Masonic Education. Thank you. Respectfully submitted, DANIEL F. COLE, JOHN W. SISCEL, SAM V. COCHRAN, RICHARD L. SMITH, THOMAS H. MCCULLY, THOMAS C. WARDEN, Chairman. ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS GRANTED AT GRAND LODGE Lodge No. and Name

3 4 5 11

13 17 31 36 37 40 43 45 46 47 53 60 64 71 76 83 84 89

BEACON HOWARD UNITED PAULDINGVILLE RISING SUN CLARKSVILLE LIBERTY COOPER HEMPLE MT. MORIAH JEFFERSON BONHOMME WENTZVILLE FAYETTE WESTON NEW BLOOMFIELD MONROE SAVANNAH INDEPENDENCE LACLEDE WEBSTER GROVES FRIENDSHIP

Worshipful Master

Term

Keith G. Tomazi Donald E. Lang James W. Greenlee William J. Swain Charles P. Cassidy Tommy M. Lewis John W. Gibson, Jr. Kenneth Scruggs Melvin E. Ruoff Melvin A. Ash Robert Lee Hudson Richard A. Holmes Robert L. Toland C. E. Miller, II Kenneth Humes Ralph E. Struchtemeyer Martin D. Lincoln Michael W. Hale Ronald M. Hickey Malcolm Decker David W. Haywood Dwight H. Brinkley

10/85-10/66 12/85-11/86

1/86-1/87 11/85-11/86 12/85-12/86 12/85-12/86 12/85-12/86 12/85-12/86 1/86-12/86 12/85-12/86 12/85-12/86 7185-7/86

11/85-11/86 10/85-10/86 12/85-12/86 1/86-9/86 12/85-11/86 12/85-12/86 12/85-12/86 12/85-12/86 10/85-10/86 5/85-5/86

PROCEEDIN(~S OF

Lodge No. and Name

93 98 104 105 106 120 123 135 139 141 147 149 151 157 158 172 173 177 183 189 193 199 205 207 209 211 213 220 221 234 236 237 238 241 246 247 251 254 260 262 262 263 265 269 272 279 288 292 296 299 303 303 305 312

ST. MARK'S WEBSTER HEROINE KIRKSVILLE GALLATIN COMPASS HERMANN PHOENIX OREGON AMSTERDAM CASS LEXINGTON MILTON NORTH STAR MOUNTAIN GROVE CENSER GRAY SUMMIT TEXAS CALIFORNIA ZEREDATHA ANGERONA NEW HOPE TRILUMINA CLAY POPLAR BLUFF HICKORY HILL ROLLA KANSAS CITY MYSTIC TIE ST. FRANCOIS SEDALIA LAPLATA RUSHVILLE PALESTINE MONTGOMERY NEOSHO HOPE BUTLER MECHANICSVILLE HOLDEN HOLDEN SUMMIT CORINTHIAN BROTHERHOOD GRANITE HOGLES CREEK HERMITAGE LAMAR SPARTA TEMPLE OSAGE OSAGE CECILE DAYLIGHT CUBA

1986

THE

W orshipflll Master

Jack C. Trickey, Jr., Edward B. Spear Henry F. Dougherty J. B. Lorey Darwin Shuler, Jr. Wayne L. Shifflett Charles Brown Norman K. Atkinson Donald L. Schaeffer Charles Walter Stanfill John W. Southard Kenneth A. Nadler Billie Pollard Scott Ray Walter S. Dinkelman William E. Neff Ronald L. Rochat Meredith Dean Willson Paul A. Delozier Paul C. Langemach Elton Dale Mathews Joseph H. Crenshaw Richard L. Wyrick E. Frank Carey Bardis C. Dismuke, Jr. Floyd Johnson Charles L. Hagan Michael A. Burk Michael Hurst Lee Roy Nichols Kenneth O. Tevis John A. Green Larry McElfresh Russell D. Leedom Roy P. Yager Jerry B. Davis Louis Haseman Kenneth E. Swaidner Hubert J. Shade Harold L. Hackler Charles A. Roberts Gregory Green Joseph M. Nolte, Jr. Robert G. Snyder Floyd W. Hatfield James A. Thames William Howard Moore Don Bigelow Billy Joe Inman Lewis H. Roberson W. Dale Butterfield David R. Bishop Clifford G. Poindexter Floyd B. Burris

Term

1/86-1/87 11/85-11/86 12/85-11/86 12/85-12/86 1/86-1/87 11/85-11/86 12/85-12/86 1/86-12/86 12/85-10/86 6/85-6/86 12/85-12/86 1/85-1/86 11/85-11/86 1/86-12/86 12/85-12/86 10/85-10/86 11/85-11/86 1/86-1/87 10/85-10/86 11/85-11/86 1/86-1/87 11/85-10/86 12/85-12/86 12/85-12/86 1/86-1/87 12/85-12/86 12/85-12/86 12/85-12/86 1/86-1/87 12/85-12/86 12/85-12/86 1/86-1/87 12/85-12/86 9/85-9/86 6/85-6/86 12/84-12/85 10/85-10/86 12/85-12/86 9/85-9/86 12/84-12/85 12/85-12/86 12/85-12/86 12/85-12/86 12/84-12/85 12/85-12/86 12/85-12/86 12/85-12/86 12/85-12/86 12/85-12/86 11/85-11/86 1/85-12/85 12/85-12/86 12/85-12/86 12/84-12/85

1986

(~RAND

Lodge No. and Name 313 MERAMEC 320 VERSAILLES 324 MCDONALD 326 LINN 331 CHARITY 335 JOPLIN 337 BLUE SPRINGS 339 FIDELITY 340 WESTPORT 342 CIRCLE 344 MOBERLY 345 FELLOWSHIP 352 FRIEND 353 BARNESVILLE 354 HEBRON 360 TUSCAN 363 FRATERNAL 364 HIGGINSVILLE 375 WAYNESVILLE 376 KING HILL 383 PYTHAGORAS 391 RAYTOWN 392 CHRISTIAN 397 GOWER 416 CACHE 422 GATE OF THE TEMPLE 424 SAMARITAN 438 TEMPERANCE 439 MT. OLIVE 439 MT. OLIVE 441 EXCELSIOR 442 BURLINGTON 445 WEST GATE 446 IVANHOE 450 BELTON 453 FORSYTH 460 LAMBSKIN 460 LAMBSKIN 469 PLATO 470 NODAWAY 471 MINERAL 476 MT. HOPE 480 JEWEL 481 MARCELINE 482 CLINTONVILLE 483 FAIRFAX 496 ROBERT BURNS 497 EQUALITY 501 BUCKNER 505 EUCLID 508 SAXTON 512 WEBB CITY 515 GALENA 520 CLIFTON HEIGHTS

LODGE OF MISSOURI Worshipful Master

Richard V. Dickerman Elmer Meyer Gary W. Barr Ralph Keener Robert L. Shipp Donald L. Warfield Stanton Henry Gilliland William B. Palmer, Sr. Leonard L. Stephenson Robert E. Bell, Jr. Harvey R. Skaggs Donald L. Crites, J r. Gregory K. Hanks T. Lynn Dawson Richard R. Schremp Thomas F. Milligan Ralph Bedwell James M. Knight Victor Chavez Merle L. Ivey James W. LeCompte, II Lawrence o. Anderson Ronnie Eugene Wagoner Leslie C. Waters John A. Racheff David Cotter Robert F. Bischof James H. Cunningham Carl John Barnes Robert Laverne Cantrell Herman Bob Gribler Gary K. Brown Fred B. Foster Elliott Harris Clarence Leroy Brown John R. Shumway William A. Catlett Robert G. Alcorn Francisco Sanchez Laymon B. Walker Richard E. Board Clarence Fenton Gray Milton B. Carnes Albert L. Yocom Merle B. Cochran David Alitz Loyd Hambelton Jimmy R. Hoss Paul R. Gress Frank Lesinski, Sr. Jack L. Jeffers Richard Steele Charles R. Davis Robert F. Groeneman

65 Term 9/85-9/86 11185-11/86

12/85-12/86 11/85-11186

12/85-12/86 10/85-10/86 1 1185-11186 11185- I 1/86 1186-1/87

1/86-12/86 1/86-1/87 1/86-12/86 11185-11/86 1/86-12/86 12/84-12/85 9/85-10/86 11/85-11186 1/96-12/86 12/85-12/86 12/85-12/86 12/85-12/86 12/85-12/86 12/85-12/86 12/85-12/86 10/85-10/86 12/85-12/86 7/85-6/86 12/85-12/86 11184-11185

12/85-11/86 1186-1187

12/84-12/85 4/85-4/86 12/85-12/86 12/85-12/86 11185-11186

11/84-11/85 11/85-11186 12/85-12/86 12/85-12/86 12/85-12/86 12/84-12/85 12/85-12/86 1186-10/86 11/85-11186

10/85-10/86 12/85-12/86 1/86-12/86 11185-11186

11/85-11/86 9/85-9/86 12/85-12/86 10/85-10/86 6/85-7/86

66 Lodge No. and Name

522 532 534 536 538 542 543 544 546 547 548 550 564 566 569 573 578 582 586 587 593 598 602 609 612 614 617 618 622 623 624 626 630 636 639 640 642 643 653 655 656 657 659 667 668 672 673 673 674 675

1986

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

GATE CITY DEXTER COLUMBIA INGOMAR STELLA FERGUSON MANSFIELD ALGABIL ORIENT SOUTH GATE CLINTON ROSE HILL JAMESPORT MAPLEWOOD MARLBOROUGH BERNIE FOREST PARK KOSHKONONG CRITERION BRANSON UNION LEADWOOD ACACIA WARRENTON MOKANE MT. WASHINGTON SWOPE PARK GRANDVIEW NORWOOD OVERLAND OWENSVILLE MAGNOLIA EAST GATE FREEDOM MIZPAH JENNINGS BENJAMIN FRANKLIN NORTHEAST SHAWNEE GARDENVILLE COUNTRY CLUB PROGRESS ALPHA BERKELEY FLORISSANT HAROLD O. GRAUEL ARNOLD ARNOLD CENTRAL CROSSING BUNKER

Worshipful Master

Woodson O. Bennett, Sr. James D. Smith Raymond W. Schuenemeyer James Roberts John McClelland William A. Friese John House Kendrick H. McKoy Ariel E. Chorn Donald L. Moorehead Oral L. Lewis Richard D. Lauve Eugene Kime Marion E. Creek Harold E. Holliger Randy Jennings John D. Ossenfort Charles T. Pease Sandy Turner John B. Sloan Larry Ketcherside Harold E. Williams Wilbur R. Enns Clarence J. Seaton Roland Glenn Bartley William H. Hurt F. Steven Medlock Robert Kline Sam K. Quessenberry Kenneth E. Gaston Roger E. Loeb Earl L. Freiermuth Carl H. Terry George M. Lewis Robert D. Carter Donald R. Durall Howard Werther Dennis R. Speak Bruce L. Smith Jose Ramon Palacios Vernon K. Pogue, Jr. Richard J. Holmes Fred Morrow James W. Lutes James S. Arnold Louis I. Picou Roger W. Parker Howard A. Dixon Jimmie Norman Floyd R. McMullen

Term

12/85-12/86 1/85-12/85 11/85-11/86 1/86-11/86 12/84-12/85 6/86-11/86 12/85-12/86 11/85-11/86 12/85-12/86 12/85-12/86 2/86-11/86 11/85-10/86 12/85-12/86 11/85-11/86 12/85-12/86 1/86-12/86 10/85-10/86 12/85-12/86 1/86-8/86 10/85-10/86 11/85-11/86 10/85-10/86 8/85-8/86 10/85-10/86 12/84-12/85 11/85-11/86 12/85-12/86 12/85-12/86 12/85-12/86 9/85-9/86 12/85-12/86 6/85-6/86 12/85-12/86 11/85-11/86 11/85-11/86 11/85-11/86 11/85-11/86 12/85-12/86 1/86-1/87 9/85-9/86 12/85-12/86 1/85-1/86 11/85-11/86 12/85-12/86 11/85-11/86 2/86-2/87 12/84-12/85 12/85-12/86 10/85-9/86 12/85-12/86

R.W. Brother Thomas C. Warden, Chairman, moved that the Report of the Committee on Masonic Education, together with the names of the honor lodges, be accepted and printed in the PROCEEDIl\"GS. The motion was sec-

1986

(~RAND LOD(~E

OF MISSOURI

onded and by vote of the Grand Lodge, the Report of the Committee on Masonic Education was received. RECOGNITION OF LODGES OF MERIT AND PRESENTATION OF GRAND MASTER'S AWARD

M.W. Grand Master Scheurich recognized those lodges which have averaged $50 per member in contributions to the Western Unit of the Masonic Home. Plaques were presented to the lodges which had accomplished the goal of $50 per member in support of the Western Unit. M.W. Grand Master Scheurich presented the Grand Master's Award - Lodge of Merit to: Rushville Lodge No. 238 at Rushville Lowry City Lodge No. 403 at Lowry City

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 be 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 21 and 22, 1986 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 Sunday, August 17, 1986 there were still 52 lodges whose reports were not in the office of the Grand Secretary. After we arrived on August 21, two reports came in the morning mail. The following 50 reports were still missing. The lodges were: 7, 14, 15, 16,20,25,34,50,60,65, 154, 163, 204, 211, 221, 224, 239, 259, 278, 291, 324, 327, 334, 355, 360, 370, 380,383,399,411,430,443,459,480,484,486,487,509, 525, 533, 539, 569,590,606,614,626,641,673,674, and 675. Once again, your Committee requests that the District Deputy Grand Masters discuss Section 10.050 with the Secretary in each lodge in their district. It is impossible for a complete report to be made by this Committee or the Grand Secretary when the reports are not in the Grand Lodge office on time. Some of the same lodges are late year after year. This is just negligence. Membership: Your Committee checked the reports of the 462 lodges which had reported and found a total of 76,418 Master Masons. Since so many reports were not in, it is impossible to give an accurate total of the membership. Seventy-five lodges showed an increase of 313 members. Eighty-six of this number was brought about by the merger of three lodges. Fifty-three lodges had 70 to affiliate as multiple members. Two hundred eighty-six lodges reported Raising 837 Master Masons. Three hundred forty-one lodges showed a loss of 2,543 members. This leaves 45 lodges who neither gained or lost members. Three hundred twenty-three lodges showed a loss of 1,694 members suspended for non-payment of dues. While checking the District Deputy Grand Master's reports we found 167 lodges not complying with Section 9.160 in

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

the black book. Each lodge is required to have a "Committee on Delinquent Dues." Thirty-two lodges reported 39 Master Masons suspended for failure to pass the proficiency in the Master Mason Degree. Regretfully, we have a loss over which we do not have any control. The 462 lodges reported 2,240 of our brethren have left us and gone to the Grand Lodge on High. The age of our membership is still increasing. Four hundred twenty-six lodges report 3,811 "50 Year Members." Errors: The problem of errors on the annual returns still plague the Grand Secretary, as well as your Committee. No tabulation is made of the number of returns which have to be returned to the lodges for correction. Full instructions always accompany the returns, and if the secretaries would only follow them step by step, there should not be any problem. Attendance: This problem still haunts every lodge. It is the feeling of this Committee after reviewing the District Deputy Grand Master's reports, that Masonic Education would be a helping factor. This would generate more interest with the members. One hundred forty-three of the 462 lodges had an average attendance of 10 or less at a meeting. Two hundred nine lodges reported an average of 11 through 20. Only 30 lodges had an average over 21. Fees: The following is a recapitulation of the fees charged for degrees: N~if

Amount Charged

$ 45.00 51.00 61.00 71.00 81.00

to $ 50.00 to 60.00 to 70.00 to 80.00 to 90.00

Lodges

78 91 60 87 23

N~if

A mount Charged

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

Lodges

75 18 15 11 4

All 462 lodges are complying with Section 10.010 of the Grand Lodge law. Dues: The amount charged for dues covers a wide range. It appears that

a few lodges have increased their dues, while others have remained unchanged from last year: Amount Charged

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

No. of Lodges

1 9 8 2 4 1 1 64 9 9 7 24 1 148 1

Amount Charged

21.00 21.35 21.50 22.00 22.50 23.00 24.00 24.50 25.00 26.00 26.65 27.00 28.00 30.00 31.00

No. of Lodges

3 1 1 8 3 7 6 1 91 2 1 7 11 21 1

1986 Amount Charged

32.00 35.00

GRAND

LOD(;}~

OF :\USSOURI

No. of Lodges

Amount Charged

2 4

40.00 60.00

69 No. of Lodges

2 1

Four lodges showed dues of $15.00-$20.00; $15.00-$25.00; $17.00-$22.00; and $21.00-$35.00. It mi~ht be assumed this was a senior citizen arrangement. District Deputy Grand Master Reports: Section 4.030, paragraph (g) states these reports are to be filed within 10 days after the Official Visit to each lodge. At the time the Committee met in the Grand Lodge office, the District Deputy Grand Masters' reports for the following lodges were not on file: District 2 Kirksville Lodge No. 105 at Kirksville Colony Lodge No. 168 at Colony Edina Lodge No. 291 at Edina Paulville Lodge No. 319 at Hurdland Adair Lodge No. 366 at Kirksville Greensburg Lodge No. 144 at Baring District 7 Burlington Lodge No. 442 at Burlington Junction District 8 Craig Lodge No. 606 at Craig District 12 Benevolence Lodge No. 170 at Utica Polo Lodge No. 232 at Polo Breckenridge Lodge No. 334 at Breckenridge Dawn Lodge No. 539 at Dawn District 13 Jackson Lodge No. 82 at Linneus Brookfield Lodge No. 86 at Brookfield Dockery Lodge No. 325 at Meadville Marceline Lodge No. 481 at Marceline District 16 Phoenix Lodge No. 136 at Bowling Green District 18 Higbee Lodge No. 527 at Higbee 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 20 Wakanda Lodge No. 52 at Carrollton

Hale City Lodge No. 216 at Hale Bosworth Lodge No. 597 at Bosworth District 22-B Westport Lodge No. 340 at Kansas City District 28 Jonesburg Lodge No. 457 at Jonesburg District 30 Palestine Lodge No. 241 at St. Charles District 31 Hickory Hill Lodge No. 211 at Eugene District 35 Rich Hill Lodge No. 479 at Rich Hill Foster Lodge No. 554 at Foster District 36 Cole Camp Lodge No. 595 at Cole Camp District 38 Iberia Lodge No. 410 at Iberia Competition Lodge No. 432 at Competition Macks Creek Lodge No. 433 at Macks Creek Conway Lodge No. 528 at Conway District 49 Mystic Tie Lodge No. 221 at Oak Ridge District 54 Sparta Lodge No. 296 at Sparta District 58 Versailles Lodge No. 320 at Versailles Ionia Lodge No. 381 at Eldon Barnett Lodge No. 591 at Barnett District 6I-A Progress Lodge No. 657 at Florissant Berkeley Lodge No. 667 at Berkeley

Budget: There are still many lodges who do not prepare a budget. Section 9.050 in the Grand Lodge By-laws specifically states that a budget is to be prepared and reported to the lodge. Two hundred twenty-nine lod~es did

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

not prepare a budget for the ensuing year. One hundred twenty-eight-Iodges had expenditures greater than their income. Some of this could have been brought about by the excessive increase in insurance rates this past year, all of which was not anticipated and came as a surprise. Auditing: Section 9.035 of the Grand Lodge By-laws states that each Lodge should have an auditing committee and that they report to the lodge at least once a year. Checking the District Deputy Grand Master reports we find the following audits: Last Audit

1986 1985 1984 1983 1982

No. of Lodges

119 233 41 9 4

Last Audit

1981 1980 1979

No. of Lodges

Did Not Know Never

4 1 39 11

Committee on Delinquent Dues: This subject has been called to attention in a previous section of this report. The suspension for non-payment of dues is one area where we can help ourselves. It is of utmost importance that each and every lodge have such a committee to function in this area. The past few years our loss of membership by suspension for non-payment of dues has been a great factor that has many members of the fraternity quite concerned. By-Laws: Seventeen lodges reported they did not have a set of current ByLaws for their lodge. Practically everyone reported to have the Grand Lodge Book of Constitution and By-Laws. Many reported they did not have the pocket part. Secretary and Treasurer Bonds: Seventy-five lodges reported they had the Secretary and Treasurer bonded. Three hundred eighty-three were not. Trestleboards: Two hundred fifty-four lodges do not send any type of notice to their members. Conclusion: Your Committee on Chartered Lodges has gone over the reports with the thought in mind that some weak points might be pointed out. It is the hopes of the Committee that this report will be read and that each member of the fraternity will find something he can do to improve some weakness. Each year we ask the District Deputy Grand Masters to discuss with their lodges sections 10.050, 9.160, 9.050, and 7.030. These sections would help to improve any lodge in its operation. There are so many things that can be done to improve FREEMASONRY IN MISSOURI. Let's do it. Most Worshipful Grand Master, your Committee appreciates the opportunity of serving you and this Grand Lodge. Our most sincere thanks. We also want to extend thanks to Rt. Wor. Bro. Terry C. Alexander, Grand Secretary, and to Rt. Wor. Bro. Frank Ames Arnold along with the Grand Lodge office staff. The splendid cooperation they all give to us makes our job most pleasant. Fraternally submitted, WILBUR M. DAUGHTREY, MORRIS E. CARTER, CHARLES C. LONG, HOWARD GWINN, GERALD W. BURNWORTH,

Chairman.

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

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 accepted and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded. By vote of the Grand Lodge, the Report of the Grand Lecturer was accepted.

To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of the State of Missouri: BRETHREN: Herewith is submitted my fourteenth annual report as your Grand Lecturer as required by the Constitution and By-Laws of the Grand Lodge. The intent of this report is to make known to you the condition of the works of the Craft in general, the level of proficiency of the ritual, and other matters in conjunction with my office which I consider to be of interest and importance to you. The condition of the ritualistic work statewide is excellent. Most of the lodges are able to conduct their work in a good ritualistic manner. There are a few who do have to depend on outside help for their degree work; and for the lecturers by someone outside their own lodge and in a few areas outside their own districts. Brethren, this should never be. I know how busy many of us are with activities with our children of school age, and with our own outside activities but when you apply yourself to the work of learning a lecture or charge you are setting in motion good learning habits, enlarging your vocabulary, expanding horizons of contemplation and thought, adapting concepts set forth in these beautiful lectures to situations which are thrust upon us in the profane world. Not only are you improving the level of proficiency in your lodge, or making a favorable impression upon a candidate or a new brother, but that which is committed to memory becomes a part of you. I would like to ask every Master of a Lodge who at this time has to go outside the Lodge for help in the degree work or lecture, to ask some one in his Lodge to memorize that lecture or charge and thereby improve the standard of performance of that Lodge. "Working" Masons stimulate interest of men outside the Lodge and renew enthusiasm of those within it. Once again I was given the health and strength to make my visits to all districts; many of them a second time and some a third where I deemed it necessary. I have found in all places willing men and deputies to extend themselves beyond the normal to assist in seeing the work perfected in their Lodges or districts. My thanks go to all of these brethren for their able assistance; most especially to my corps of deputies who are giving far beyond expectation. Some of the deputies have expressed the desire to be replaced this year and we will be honoring their requests. One of these deputies is R.W. Bro. Lee B. Turner who has now joined the ranks of District Deputy Grand Lecturer Emeritus for service that spans 31 years of service to the Grand Lodge and two Grand Lecturers. On May 3 of this year one of the family of deputies was "called from Labor to Rest by our Supreme Grand Master." Right Worshipful Brother William Carter Bell of Dexter who served as District Deputy Grand Lecturer of the 50th Masonic District was killed when his Tucumseh Roadster Go-Cart was struck by an automobile during a Shrine Parade in Farmington, Mo. The evidence of the loss of R.W. Brother Carter was demonstrated by the attendance of his Masonic services on the Monday night following the tragedy.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

The loss of Carter has left a vacancy that will be difficult to fill and reminds us of the uncertainty of life and that no brother has the promise that he will have the opportunity to complete his unfinished work tomorrow. Once again I was given the opportunity to attend and have part in the area meetings last November and December. We demonstrated with the assistance of the Grand Lodge officers, District Deputy Grand Lecturers, and District Deputy Grand Masters the wrong way and then the right way for a partial closing. The instruction was well received and the evidence of its effect was seen as I made my visits in the spring. I want to thank the Grand Master for giving us the time to demonstrate that part of the work. For the third successive year, the Grand Lodge officers have travelled to a different part of this State and conferred the Master Mason degree on a proficient Fellow Craft. This year the occasion took place in the beautiful Masonic Temple at Cape Girardeau in the 49th Masonic District. The Conferral was conducted in a most impressive manner by our Grand Lodge officers. The dress again was formal attire which added to the dignity of the work. We could not have asked for a finer group of brethren than the officers and members of the two lodges and the 49th Masonic District officers who rendered us invaluable assistance in preparing for the occasion. We do thank the officers and members of St. Marks Lodge No. 93 and Harold O. Grauel Lodge No. 672 for being such fine hosts. There were many invitations extended to me for special occasions which I would like to have been able to attend; however, my responsibility to teach the ritual must come first and when a conflicting date occurs I must of necessity decline those invitations. To ask the deputies to change their date for which they have made preparation would be improper. I do thank my brethren for those invitations and whenever I can, I will attend. The twenty schools held for the deputies and for other interested brethren were well attended for the most part and because of these schools we are able to keep the work consistent throughout the State. It is a fact that the District Deputy Grand Lecturers as a group are better now than ever before. We are now completing the same amount of work in two hours less time than has been required in previous years. lowe a debt of gratitude to the District Deputy Grand Masters who, although appointed by the Grand Master with the responsibility of upholding the law in their districts, have been so kind and supportive of me. They have never refused a request I have made and I am indebted to them for their support of the District Deputy Grand Lecturers and of the ritual. To the Worshipful Masters who will be making appointments in their lodges, one of the most important appointments you will have will be that of the brother appointed to start in your advancing line. Consider very carefully for you are selecting a brother that will one day be placed in the Worshipful Master's chair, where he will be directing the affairs of your lodge and hopefully the decisions he will make will be in the best interest of the entire fraternity. He and other brethren like him may well be chosen to serve the Grand Lodge as District Deputy Grand Master or Lecturer or even to go through the Grand Lodge line and become Grand Master. Remember Worshipful Masters and Senior Wardens, the future of Freemasonry is in your hands - look well to the East.

1986

GRAND LOD(;E OF

~llSSOURI

I wish to express my sincere appreciation to M.W. Bro. Charles E. Scheurich, our Grand Master, for the appointment to Grand Lecturer and of having the opportunity to work with him in the area meetings. I feel that the area meetings have been and are still the most important step made by the Grand Lodge in attempting to reach the grass roots of the fraternity. My hope is that they may long continue and be an avenue through which our brethren in the subordinate lodges may be able to impact the fraternity. Thanks Charlie. To all of the Grand Lodge officers, I appreciate your support of me and my efforts and look forward to continued service with you in the forthcoming year. To Frank Ames Arnold, our retiring Grand Secretary, I want to give special recognition for his support of me and my office for the last 14 years. I know he has worked tirelessly not only for the Grand Master but for all of us in this Great Fraternity here in Missouri. It is my wish to extend to my brethren as flawlessly as possible, the wisdom and beauty found within the ritual of our Order, and hope and pray that by example, we may continue to give life and meaning to the body of Freemasonry. May the Great Creator of the Universe continue to bless and prosper our efforts to diffuse more light and knowledge to our world. Fraternally submitted, STAl\:TO!\" T. BROW!\", Grand Lecturer. R.W. Brother Brown requested that the Senior Grand Deacon present R.W. Brother Lee B. Turner at the Altar. R.W. Grand Lecturer Brown and M.W. Grand Scheurich presented Brother Turner with a plaque in recognition of more than 30 years of service as District Deputy Grand Lecturer under two Grand Lecturers and a Certificate which designates him as District Deputy Grand Lecturer Emeritus. R.W. Brother Brown also recognized R.W. Brother Glenn Bulla as District Deputy Grand Lecturer Emeritus, who was unable to attend the 163rd Annual Communication to receive recognition at that time. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON RITUAL

R.W. Brother Stanton T. Brown, Chairman, moved that the Report of the Committee on Ritual presented in the Booklet, "Reports of Officers and Committees" be accepted and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded and the Report of the Committee on Ritual was accepted. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of the State of Missouri: BRETHREN: Your Committee on Ritual met at Cape Girardeau on May 24, 1986. Written into the minutes of this meeting was a resolution of respect for our R.W. Grand Lecturer Emeritus Freelon K. Hadley who was "Called from Labor to Rest by our Supreme Grand Master" on October 5, 1985. Regret was expressed that such an outstanding individual and Mason would be with us no more. His many years of service and devotion to the fraternity had earned him a place in the hearts of so many brethren, his service on the Committee on Ritual had extended continuously from 1947 until his passing which was a deep loss to the Committee and fraternity and his advice and counsel will truly be missed.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

There is a proficiency requirement for District Deputy Grand Lecturers in the Constitution and By-Laws. Since this requirement was drawn when there was only one proficiency certificate, it was agreed that the appropriate interpretation at this time should be the requirement of a Subdivision III proficiency. In certain areas of the state it would still be the practice of requiring all proficiency certificates for appointment as District Deputy Grand Lecturers. There has been a move in some parts of the state to have the funeral service adopted as ritual. If this were done, an appropriate lead in should be included. This will be a great help to some and prevent others from becoming too lengthy. It was noted that the service in the Ceremonies book had never been adopted but would be preferred if the service is made ritual. A review of several specific points of the ritual was discussed and clarified. The members of the Committee have been kept quite busy handling the certificates and there does seem to be an increase in the number of new and renewals of all subdivisions. The Committee wishes to express thanks to R.W. Bro. Frank A. Arnold, our Grand Secretary, and his staff for their valuable assistance in handling the detailed work that goes through his office from the Ritual Committee, for it is through their 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, RONNIE L. HOUSE, DALE C. MOTTER, DALE A. LUDWIG, J. EDWARD BLINN, EUGENE E. "PAT" McFARLAND, STANTON T. BROWN, Chairman. SUBDIVISION I 6062 6063 6064 6065 6066 6067 6068 6069 6070 6071 6072 6073 6074 6075 6076

Richard Blowers, Freedom Lodge No. 636 Edwin John Soteropoulos, Freedom Lodge No. 636 Fred Henry Curtis, Florissant Lodge No. 668 John Louis House, Mansfield Lodge No. 543 Dan Elwood Ream, Mansfield Lodge No. 543 EJIiott W. Harris, Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446 Ernest L. Fanning, Republic Lodge No. 570 Billy Lowery Foster, Republic Lodge No. 570 William Bruce Branum, Hornersville Lodge No. 215 Robert Edward Skelton, Republic Lodge No. 570 Victor Robert Henrikson, Troy Lodge No. 34 Glenn W. Groves, Linn Lodge No. 326 Elmer Douglas Copeland, Freedom Lodge No. 636 Herbert Cooper, Jr., Ingomar Lodge No. 536 Donald Clarence Treece, Hiram Lodge No. 362

ORIGINALS

6077 6078 6079 6080 6081 6082 6083 6084 6085 6086 6087 6088 6089 6090 6091

William Sample Richards, Oregon Lodge No. 139 James D. Herrin, Anderson Lodge No. 621 .James Clemons Rodgers, Jr., Belton . Lodge No. 450 P. Monroe Bartley, Mokane Lodge No. 612 Bardis C. Dismuke, Jr., Poplar Bluff Lodge No. 209 Ronald H. McCoy, St. Joseph Lodge No. 78 Jon David Shannon, Friendship Lodge No. 89 Robert Louis Sargent, Mt. Zion Lodge No. 327 Richard Harold Presnell, Saline Lodge No. 226 Lawrence C. Andes, East Gate Lodge No. 630 Lyle Kenneth Croisant, East Gate Lodge No. 630 Homer R. Schremp, Hebron Lodge No. 354 Billy Ray French, Ray Lodge No. 223 Harry Ellis Bolon, Summit Lodge No. 263 Pete Elliott, Twilil?;ht Lodge No. 114

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

6092 John Barron Lorey, Kirksville Lodge 1'\0. 105 Stephan Rodney Henderson, Troy Lodge No. 34 6094 Glenn Clifton, Fellowship Lodge No. 345 6095 Kenneth Ray Brundege, Hebron Lodge No. 354 6096 John William Yardley, Alpha Lodge No. 659 6097 Johnny Michael Robey, Sr., Bloomfield Lodge No. 153 6098 James D. Smith, Dexter Lodge No. 532 6099 Melvin Wesley Hunt, Joplin Lodge No. 335 6100 Larry Zane Trumbo, Seaman Lodge 1'\0. 126 6101 Michael Dean Runyon, Samaritan Lodge No. 424 6102 Ronald E. Mills, Rolla Lodge No. 213 6103 Lawrence Alfred Martin, Webster Groves Lod~e No. 84 6104 Buddy Edgar Ralls, Liberty Lodge No. 31 6105 Terry C. Alexander, Seaman Lodge No. 126 6106 Floyd Thomas Frommel, Mt. Zion Lodge No. 327 6107 Michael Ray Wilson, Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422 6108 Jerral Michael Gray, Four Mile Lodge No.212 SUBDIVISION I 6093

A2848 A2849 A2850 A2851 A2852 A2853 A2854 A2855 A2856 A2857 A2858 A2859 A2860 A2861 A2862 A2863

Richard Alvin York, Richland Lodge No. 385 Edward Dworkin, Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446 Daniel Franklin Cole, Jefferson Lodge No. 43 David William Haywood, Webster Groves Lodge No. 84 John Melvis Souders, Fenton Lodge No. 281 Paul Anthony Nosser, Saline Lodge No. 226 William Jewell Hollingsworth, Nodaway Lodge No. 470 William Iske, Sr., Grandview Lodge No. 618 Albert Elmer Lavenbarg, Grandview Lodge No. 618 Robert Lee Hudson, Jefferson Lodge No. 43 Marvin Dean Beaver, Joplin Lodge No. 335 John Ellis Eames, Angerona Lodge No. 193 William Wray Lain, Jr., Mizpah Lodge No. 639 Roger Glenn Huffmaster, Ferguson Lodge No. 542 James R. Brown, Skidmore Lodge No.511 Harold Andrew Schelin, Jr., Monett Lodge No. 129

6109 6110 6111 6112 6113 6114 6115 6116 6117 6118 6119 6120 6121 6122 6123 6124

Darren Eugene Mullikin, Clay Lodge No. 207 Michael P. Robinson, St. Joseph Lodge No. 78 Jack W. Webb, Osage Lodge No. 303 James Edison Nickels, Solomon Lodge No. 271 William Henry Houser, Solomon Lodge No. 271 Michael P. Singer, Jr., Freedom Lodge No. 636 Ronald Kenneth Hess, Jennings Lodge No. 640 Richard Jules Marchand, Jennings Lodge No. 640 Randy E. Jennings, Bernie Lodge No. 573 Robert Milton Dawes, Union Lodge No. 593 Edgar Ivan Wood, Sr., Union Lodge No. 593 Roger Duane Williams, Holden Lodge No. 262 Earl Lee Campbell, Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422 Donald R. Spicer, Moberly Lodge No. 344 Larry E. Letterman, Ivanhoe Lodge 1'\0.446 Nolan Lynn Bartley, Mokane Lodge No. 612

FIRST RENEWALS A2864 A2865

Gary G. Foote, Ray Lodge No. 223 Robert Jewel Richardson, Galena Lodge No. 515 A2866 Dallas L. Davis, Kennett Lodge No. 68 A2867 Gregory Wayne Green, Summit Lodge No. 263 A2868 Clarence Leroy .lones, Maplewood Lodge No. 566 A2869 Ben Hogland, Richland Lodge No. 385 A2870 William Raymond Reeds, Troy Lodge No. 34 A2871 William Floyd Brown, Rockbridge Lodge No. 435 A2872 William Henry Harris, Ralls Lodge No. 33 A2873 Virgil L. Thurman, Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446 A2874 Anthony Carter Bell, Dexter Lodge No. 532 A2875 Dwight Harold Brinkley, Friendship Lodge No. 89 A2876 Donald R. Durall, Jennings Lodge No. 640 A2877 Michael R. Burns, Freedom Lodge No. 636 A2878 Michael P. Singer, Sr., Freedom Lodge No. 636 A2879 Leroy H. Fritts, Amsterdam Lodge No. 141

76 A2880 A2881

B1623 BI624 BI625 B1626 B1627 BI628 B1629 B1630 BI631 B1632 B1633 BI634 BI635 B1636 B1637 BI638 B1639

C999 CI000 CI001 CI002 CI003 CI004 CI005 CI006 CI007 CI008 CI009 CIOIO ClOll

PROCEEDIJ\;GS OF THE Edward Ross Torreyson, Centralia Lodge No. 59 . Ronnie Eugene Wagoner, Christian Lodge No. 392

A2882 A2883

1986

E. !\iathan .lobe, Russellville LodgT No. 90 Bobby Lee Buxton, Mechanicsville Lodge l\o. 260

SUBDIVISION I - SECOl\D REl\EWALS CarlJ. Harshaw, Hope Lodge No. BI640 Elmer Earl Wilson, Dexter Lodge 1\'0. 251 532 H. Dale Boeh, Zeredatha Lodge l\o. BI641 Aubrey Fugate, Fenton Lodge No. 189 281 James Harold Horan, Fellowship B 1642 Melvin Loran Hall, Pollock Lodge Lodge No. 345 l\0.349 William Harold DeMent, Grandview BI643 Charles E. Tharpe, Richland Lodge Lodge No. 618 No. 385 Jared Allen Price, Hebron Lodge No. B1644 Victor Chavez, Waynesville Lodge 354 No. 375 Harvey J. Wells, Grandview Lodge B1645 Fred Albert McMillan, Waynesville No. 618 Lodge No. 375 Harry H. Sutherland, Charleston B1646 William L Roe, Joplin Lodge l\o. Lodge No. 407 335' Lewis Wayne Cowell, Sikeston Lodge B1647 Karl Roy Brown, Wentzville Lodge No. 310 l\o. 46 Willie Del Mitchell, Kennett Lodge B1648 Harold J. Richardson, Samaritan No.. 68 . . .. Lodg~ No. 424 Charlie Willis Hummel, TWIlight B1649 William Edward Broggi, Blue Springs Lodge No. 114 L d No 337 ' Richard Edwa~d Coyle, Jonesburg B 1650 Ro~er~eHar;is Bray, Fayette Lodge .Lodge No. 4::>7 No. 47 Bill Ambro Humble, Poplar Bluff Bl651 w'lr Fl d O'G' R kl . I Lodge No. 209 I lam .oy â&#x20AC;˘ um, oc )I"l{ ge w'lr E C'I J r Lodge l\o. 43::> I lam verett .1 strap, op m B1652 W'II' R K' U' I d N Lodge No. 3 3 5 ' ~ lam . mg, mon ~o ge o. Joe Willhite, Joplin Lodge !\io. 335 ::>93 . .' .. Jimmie R. Mullikin, Richmond Lodge BI653 John 1;1. ?antschl, ShekllMh Lodge . No. 57 No. 256 James W. Stigall, Richmond Lodge B1654 Dennis, Ray Speak, Northeast Lodge No. 57 No. 643 Stephen B. Givens, Charity Lodge B 1655 Clarence Leland Heifner, Moberly No. 331 Lodge No. 344 SUBDIVISION I - THIRD RENEWALS Elton W. Coulter, Hope Lodge 1\'0. 251 Robert Gene Pflug, Fellowship Lodge No. 345 Robert D. Weikal, Sedalia Lodge No. 236 Warren E. Carr, Mineral Lodge No. 471 Howard R. Childress, Branson Lodge No. 587 John Dudley Ossenfort, Forest Park Lodge No. 578 Robert Lee Fry, Weston Lodge No.

CI012

Bobby Ray O'Dell, Friendship Lodge No. 89 CI013 Jene Kirby, Essex Lodge l\o. 278 CI014 Galen E. Streeter, Charity Lodge No. 331 CI015 James Lewis Shelton, Bee Hive Lodge No. 393 CI016 James A. Baker, Adair Lodge l\o. 366 CI017 John Harmon McVay, Adair Lodge No. 366 CI018 Robert Mark Barrett, Adair Lodge No. 366

53 Virgil R. Bradsher, Linn Creek Lodge No, 152 George Hickman, Raytown Lodge No. 391 R. Edward Ceries, Crestwood Lodge No. 669 Howard Lee Dobbs, Neosho Lodge No. 247 Henry S. Harmon, Ionic Lodge No. 154 Frederick Allen Troxel,Jr., Blue Springs Lodge No. 337

CIOl9 C I 020 C I 021 CI022 CI023 CI024

D, Duane Sills, Ferguson Lodge No. 542 Adis A. Branstietter, Bee Hive Lodge No. 393 Robert Leon Wright, Columbia Lodge No. 534 Wilbur R. Enns, Acacia Lodge No. 602 John Arthur Pace, Carthage Lodge l\~ 197 Vernon L Nichols, United Lodge No . .5

1986

GRAND

LOD(~E

SUBDIVISION I D659 D660 D661 D662 D663 D664 D665 D666 D667 D668 D669

Roy Joe Perkins, Richland Lodge No. 385 Charles R. Eye, East Gate Lodge No. 630 Edgar L. Kneip, Clinton Lodge No. 548 Melvin John Sanders, Marlborough Lodge No. 569 Gerald V. Noble, Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446 Floyo Edward Dodson, Troy Lodge No. 34 William Franklin Roszell, Buckner Lodge No. 501 Danny Eugene Rhodes, Poplar Bluff Lodge 1\"0. 209 Donald Ray .lett, Wentzville Lodge 1\"0. 46 Carl Benton Rose, S1. Joseph Lodge No. 78 Burnice Lee Johnston, Buckner Lodge No. 501

SUBDIVISION I E466 John Paul Jones, Hebron Lodge No. 354 E467 Edwin L. Smith, Marceline Lodge No. 481 E468 Charles Wesley Leach, Arnold Lodge 1\"0.673 E469 Merlin Lewis Bowman, Vincil Lodge No. 62 E470 Wilfred George Soutiea, Jr., Freedom Lodge No. 636 E471 Victor Loren Ford, Raytown Lodge No. 391 E472 Donald Charles Ashlock, Summit Lodge No. 263 F321 F322 F323 F324 1"325 F326 F327

SUBDIVISIOI\" I Gerald W. Compton, Brotherhood Lodge 1\"0. 269 Norman Kent James, Herculaneum Lodge No. 338 Virden Leon Daugherty, Alpha Lodge 1\"0. 659 Darrell Lowell Jones, Fairfax Lodge No. 483 Vernon Raymond Rogers, Rising Sun Lodge 1\"0. 13 John Douglas Atkins, Anchor Lodge No. 443 Lyle Robert Byrns, Jennings Lodge No. 640 James Robert Floyd, Blue Springs Lodge 1\"0. 337 SUBDIVISION I -

G220 G221 G222

Harris Maupin, Jr., Hebron Lodge No. 354 Thomas Eugene Thurmon, Troy Lodge No. 34 Raymond Edward Lee, Acacia Lodge No. 602

OF MISSOURI

FOURTH RENEWALS D670 D671 D672 D673 D674 D675 D676 D677 D678 D679 D680

Dale C. Motter, Adair Lodge No. 366 Charles Marvin Benedict, Wellston Lodge No. 613 Lester Workman, Lane's Prairie Lodge No. 531 Hardee H. Richey, Cowgill Lodge No. 561 Lewis George Hollingsworth, Fenton Lodge 1\"0. 281 John Ed Chipman, Valley Park Lodge No. 629 Walter Edward Nichols, Valley Park Lodge No. 629 Raymond W. Cate, Shaveh Lodge No. 646 Laymond A. Allgood, Harold o. Grauel Lodge No. 672 Thomas Frederick Satterly, Ferguson Lodge No. 542 John Edward Reece, Seaman Lodge No. 126

FIFTH REI\"EWALS E473 E474 E475 E476 E477 E478 E479 E480

Nodas Lewis, Temple Lodge No. 299 Forrest Glenn Lane, Centralia Lodge 1\"0. 59 Gayle Don Bedell, Fellowship Lodge No. 345 Warder McGee Shotwell, Swope Park Lodge No. 617 Roy Lynn Barnes, Columbia Lodge No. 534 Don E. Baker, Branson Lodge No. 587 John Barthol Moss, Jefferson Lodge No. 43 Paul K. Kawakami, Heroine Lodge 1\"0. 104

SIXTH RENEWALS F329 Carnell E. Cutbirth, Galena Lodge No. 515 F330 Paul Turner, Solomon Lodge No. 271 F331 .J. Edward Blinn, Webster Lodge 1\"0. 98 1"332 Ronald Eugene Smith, Hartford Lodge 1\"0. 171 F333 Denzel L. Kaiser, Alpha Lodge No. 659 1"334 F335 F336

Ernest C. Cottle, Twilight Lodge 1'\0. 114 Harry Dayton McPherson, Independence Lodge No. 76 Glen W. Johnson, Branson Lodge 1\"0. 587

SEVENTH RENEWALS G223

Glen Patton, Kennett Lodge 1\"0. 68

G224

Glen Patterson Adams, Rolla Lodge No. 213

G225

George Ronald Johnson, Liberty Lodge 1\"0. 31

PROCEEDINGS OF THE G230

G226 Jimmie Lee Moreland, Neosho Lodge No. 247 G227 James J. Montgomery, Neosho Lodge No. 247 G228 Joseph Thomas Miner, Ferguson Lodge No. 542 G229 Paul William Kittle, Rolla Lodge No. 213

G231 G232 G233

SUBDIVISION I -

H142 H143 H144

H145 H146 H147 H148

SUBDIVISION I 197

199

SUBDIVISION I J49 J50 .151

K25

L13

1102

.152 .153 .154

K26

LI4

Claud T. Foster, Four Mile Lodge No. 212 LI5 Jesse Sylvester Cass, Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446

THIRTEENTH RENEWALS

Charles Goodman, Polar Star Lodge No. 79

Bruce H. Hunt, Adair Lodge No. 366

Thomas Franklin Wright, Tyro Lodge No. 12

FOURTEENTH RENEWALS

SUBDIVISION I Glenn W. Groves, Ingomar Lodge No. 536 A2820 Felix Budzinski, Alpha Lodge No. 659 Billie Pollard, Milton Lodge No. 151 C967 A2854 William Jewell Hollingsworth, Ingomar Lodge No. 536 6073

Stanford M. Burge, Lincoln Lodge No. 138

TWELFTH RENEWALS

Everett Leslie Ogle, Richland Lodge No. 385 Russell J. Rowe, Perseverance Lodge No. 92

SUBDIVISION I -

Loren S. Kirkpatrick, Mountain Grove Lodge No. 158 Eugene E. "Pat" McFarland, Hermon Lodge No. 187 Lacey Stapp, Washington Lodge No. 87

ELEVENTH RENEWALS

Edwin Bruce Hawkins, Higbee Lodge No. 527 William W. Forrester, East Gate Lodge No. 630

SUBDIVISION I -

Roy Harry Rude, Howard Lodge No.4 Donald L. Fulk, Platte City Lodge No. 504 Arthur R. Zellmer, Crescent Hill Lodge No. 368

TENTH RENEWALS

SUBDIVISION I Ll2

1100 1101

Olen Paul Erwin, Carthage Lodge No. 197 Hart Dittemore, Mt. Washington Lodge No. 614 Willie Robert Koelling, Howard Lodge No.4 SUBDIVISION I -

K24

Arvid Earl Critchfield, Northeast Lodge No. 643 Claude F. Stephens, Advance Lodge No. 590 Daniel C. Ray, Howard Lodge No.4 William A. Gamblian, Vandalia Lodge No. 491

NINTH RENEWALS

Clarence Edward Sadler, Sikeston Lodge No. 310 Robert W. Jones, Montgomery Lodge No. 246 Franklin D. Whiting, Galena Lodge No. 515

198

George O. Scobee, Galena Lodge No. 515 R. Franklin Avery, Hope Lodge No. 251 Willard Benard McFarland, Hornersville Lodge No. 215 Logan Earl Wing, Jr., St. Joseph Lodge No. 78

EIGHTH RENEWALS

Martin E. Brummond, Lambskin Lodge No. 460 Gilbert Ray Rose, Mokane Lodge No. 612 Thomas Joseph Lehmann, Paul Revere Lodge No. 330 Richard George Keeling, Berkeley Lodge No. 667

H141

1986

Walter M. Rayburn, Sikeston Lodge No. 310

DUPLICATES C996 Delbert Dailey, Milton Lodge No. 151 A2862 James R. Brown, Brotherhood Lodge No. 269 B1650 Robert Harris Bray, Perseverance Lodge No. 92

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI SUBDIVISION II -

PART ONE -

512 Johnnie Ray Cook, Twilight Lodge No. 114 513 Billy Ray French, Ray Lodge No. 223 514 Richard Allen Holmes, Bonhomme Lodge No. 45 515 Richard M. Blowers, Freedom Lodge No. 636 516 Larry Francis Barriner, Magnolia Lodge No. 626 517 Franklin D. Whiting, Galena Lodge No. 515

A339 A340 A341 A342 A343

Gary Kit Garouette, Sedalia Lodge No. 236 Harry Paul Roberts, Grandview Lodge No. 618 William Wray Lain, Jr., Mizpah Lodge No. 639 Forest Wayne Dugan, Angerona Lodge No. 193 Clarence McLee Wommack, Solomon Lodge No. 271 William Franklin Roszell, Buckner Lodge No. 501 SUBDIVISION II -

B229

Larry Lee Babcock, Bonhomme Lodge No. 45

519

Gregory L. Pyron, Branson Lodge No. 587

520

Michael Paul Singer, Jr., Freedom Lodge No. 636

521

Guy David Wheelock, Twilight Lodge No. 114

B230 B231 B232 B233 B234 B235

SUBDIVISION II CI65 C166 C167 C168 C169

SUBDIVISION II -

A346 A347 A348 A349

B236 B237 B238 B239 B240 B241 B242

Charles E. Scheurich, Acacia Lodge No. 602 DI27 James.J. Montgomery, Neosho Lodge No. 247

SECOND RENEWALS Wayne H. Branson, Overland Lodge No. 623 Clifford Newton Talley, Irondale Lodge No. 143 Adis A. Branstieuer, Bee Hive Lodge No. 393 Edgar L. Kneip, Clinton Lodge No. 548 John Dudley Ossenfort, Forest Park Lodge No. 578 Forrest Glenn Lane, Centralia Lodge No. 59 Cleo E. Tapscott, East Gate Lodge No. 630 THIRD RENEWALS

David R. Vogler, Magnolia Lodge No. 626 C 171 Joseph Edward Stevens, St. Francois Lodge No. 234 C 172 Herbert Carl Ort, Overland Lodge No. 623 CI73 Clarence Walker Wieland, Rolla Lodge No. 213

D128

PART ONE -

E96 Joseph G. Wehner, Grandview Lodge No. 618 E97 Lecil Ulry, Lick Creek Lodge No. 302

Arthur R. Zellmer, Crescent Hill Lodge No. 368 Albert Elmer Lavenbarg, Grandview Lodge No. 618 James Eugene Green, Leadwood Lodge No. 598 Buddy Edgar Ralls, Liberty Lodge No. 31 William G. Barnett, Ancient Landmark Lodge No. 356 Michael P. Singer, Sr., Freedom Lodge No. 636

CI70

PART ONE -

DI26

SUBDIVISION II -

A345

PART ONE -

Ezra Franklin Williams, Wentzville Lodge No. 46 Norman Kent James, Herculaneum Lodge No. 338 Rudolph Edward Ceries, Crestwood Lodge No. 669 Donald Ray .leu, Wentzville Lodge No. 46 Raymond E. Lee, Acacia Lodge No. 602

FIRST RENEWALS

A344

PART ONE -

Warder Magee Shotwell, Swope Park Lodge No. 617 Kenneth Loyd Goad, Cecile Daylight Lodge No. 305 Melvin Arthur Pedersen, Ferguson Lodge No. 542 D. Duane Sills, Ferguson Lodge No. 542 Duane Eiserman, Branson Lodge No. 587 John B. Sloan, Branson Lodge No. 587 Frederick Allen Troxel, Jr., Blue Springs Lodge No. 337

ORIGINALS

518

SUBDIVISION 11- PART ONE A338

E98

FOURTH RENEWALS Arvid Earl Critchfield, Northeast Lodge No. 643

FIFTH RENEWALS Paul K. Kawakami, Heroine Lodge No. 104

PROCEEDINGS OF THE SUBDIVISION II -

F62

PART ONE -

Stanley Earl Massey, Competition Lodge No. 432 Robert H. Stewart, Cuba Lodge No. 312 Ronald Eugene Smith, Hartford Lodge No. 171

F63 F64

SUBDIVISION II G34 G35

SUBDIVISION II -

Olen Paul Erwin, Carthage Lodge No. 197

112

William W. Forrester, East Gate Lodge No. 630

SUBDIVISION II -

Charles Goodman, Polar Star Lodge No. 79

459

Donald K. Jones, Canopy Lodge No. 284 Merrain M. Batey, Joachim Lodge No. 164 Elmer Douglas Copeland, Freedom Lodge No. 636 Johnnie Ray Cook, Twilight Lodge No. 114 Fred Henry Curtis, Florissant Lodge No. 668 Ralph Gregory White, Marceline Lodge No. 481 William G. Woods, Owensville Lodge No. 624

PART ONE -

SUBDIVISION II -

461

463 464 465

SUBDIVISION II A308 A309 A310 A311 A312 A313

EIGHTH RENEWALS

NINTH RENEWALS

PART ONE -

Nathan William Glazer, Benjamin Franklin Lodge No. 642

462

George H. Strother, Vandalia Lodge No. 491

PART ONE -

.18

460

SEVENTH RENEWALS

G36

PART ONE -

H18

SUBDIVISION II -

SIXTH RENEWALS

Clarence Lee Alumbaugh, Buckner Lodge No. 501 F66 John Douglas Atkins, Anchor Lodge No. 443

F65

PART ONE -

Leo Harold Pitts, Hermitage Lodge No. 288 Claude F. Stephens, Advance Lodge No. 590

TENTH RENEWALS

ELEVENTH RENEWALS John S. Stillwell, Putnam Lodge No. 190

PART TWO 466 467 468 469 470 471 472

PART TWO -

Charles W. Leach, Arnold Lodge No. 673 William Wray Lain, Jr., Mizpah Lodge No. 639 Harry Paul Roberts, Grandview Lodge No. 618 William Franklin Roszell, Buckner Lodge No. 501 Frank L. Lennaman, Lane's Prairie Lodge No. 531 Raymond E. Lee, Acacia Lodge No. 602

1986

A314 A315 A316 A317 A318

ORIGINALS

Vernon L. Zvacek, Holden Lodge No. 262 Guy David Wheelock, Twilight Lodge No. 114 Donald L. Warfield, Joplin Lodge No. 335 Allan David Southmayd, Mizpah Lodge No. 639 Danny Glen Haskell, Independence Lodge No. 76 Michael Paul Singer, Jr., Freedom Lodge No. 636 Henry S. Harmon, Ionic Lodge No. 154

FIRST RENEWALS Herb Hollingsworth, Joachim Lodge No. 164 Pinckney E. Rhodes, Maplewood Lodge No. 566 Benny LeRoy Roach, Joplin Lodge No. 335 DeWitt Scott, Sr., Cosmos Lodge No. 282 Forrest Glenn Lane, Centralia Lodge No. 59

A319

Albert Elmer Lavenbarg, Grandview Lodge No. 618

1986

GRAND LODGE OF l\HSSOURI SUBDIVISION II -

PART TWO -

B218

Anthony A. Redfearn, Freedom Lodge No. 636 B219 John Dudley Ossenfort, Forest Park Lodge No. 578 B220 Wayne Henry Branson, Overland Lodge No. 623 B221 Walter S. Specie, Palestine Lodge No. 241 SUBDIVISION II -

SECOND RENEWALS

B222 B223 B224

PART TWO -

Adis A. Branstietter, Bee Hive Lodge No. 393 Edgar L. Kneip, Clinton Lodge No. 548 Michael P. Singer, Sr., Freedom Lodge No. 636

THIRD REl\:EWALS

CI56 James Ellis Spencer, Grandview Lodge CI59 John Edward Reece, Seaman Lodge l\:0.618 l"o. 126 CI57 Theodore R. Brown, Freedom Lodge C 160 Clarence Walker Wieland, Rolla Lodge No. 636 No.213 CI58 Billy R. Abbott, Ferguson Lodge l"o. 542 SUBDIVISION II - PART TWO - FOURTH RENEWALS 0114

James E. Brown, Fellowship Lodge DI17 Norman Kent James, Herculaneum No. 345 Lodge No. 338 D 115 Floyd Elmer Williams, Fellowship DI18 Melvin John Sanders, Marlborough Lodge No. 345 Lodge No. 569 D 116 Charles E. Scheurich, Acacia Lodge No. 602 SUBDIVISION II - PART TWO - FIFTH RENEWALS

E88 Joseph G. Wehner, Grandview Lodge No.618 E89 William A. Gamblian, Vandalia Lodge No. 491 SUBDIVISION II F60 F61 F62 F63

PART TWO -

G37

Claude F. Stephens, Advance Lodge l"0.590

H22

Olen Paul Erwin, Carthage Lodge No. 197

SUBDIVISIOl" II -

PART TWO -

SUBDIVISIOl" II -

PART TWO -

Arthur Richard Cullor, Unionville Lodge No. 210 SUBDIVISION II -

113 PART TWO -

.Jli

Charles Goodman, Polar Star Lodge No. 79

.John S. Stillwell, Putnam Lodge No. 190

4Ii:~

Johnnie Ray Cook, Twilight Lodge l"o. 114 Launie Wellman, Shekinah Lodge No.

SUBDIVISION II -

25(j

.17

PART TWO -

SUBDIVISION II -

464

SIXTH RENEWALS

F64 Ronald Eugene Smith, Hartford Lodge Stanley Earl Massey, Competition Lodge No. 432 No. 171 Robert H. Stewart, Cuba Lodge No. 312 F65 Charles Marvin Benedict, Wellston Arthur Stanlev Wehmever, Paul Revere Lodge No. 613 Lodge No. 330 ' F66 Stanton 1'. Brown, Buckner Lodge No. Leo Harold Pitts, Hermitage Lodge No. 501 288 SUBDIVISION II - PART TWO - SEVENTH REl"EWALS

G:H,

112

E90 Lecil Ulry, Lick Creek Lodge No. 302 E91 John Douglas Atkins, Anchor Lodge No. 443

George H. Strother, Vandalia Lodge l\:0.491 EIGHTH RENEWALS

NINTH RENEWALS William W. Forrester, East Gate Lodge No. 630 TENTH RENEWALS Nathan William Glazer, Benjamin Franklin Lodge No. 642 ELEVENTH RENEWALS

PART THREE 465 466

ORIGINALS

Charles Thomas Barnes, ~Iarcus Lodge No. 110 David Richard Bunning, Northeast Lodge No. 643

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

471 David Gene Cotter, Gate of the Temple William G. Woods, Owensville Lodge Lodge No. 422 No. 624 472 Gerard.J. Giammanco, Clifton Heights 468 Francis David .lett, Fenton Lodge No. Lodge No. 520 281 473 Merrain M. Batey, Joachim Lodge No. 469 Eric Leigh Olson, Rising Sun Lodge No. 164 13 470 Lloyd Elton Michelson, Morley Lodge No. 184 SUBDIVISION II - PART THREE - FIRST RENEWALS 467

A308 A309 A310 A311 A312 A313 A314 A315

Donald Leo Warfield, Joplin Lodge No. 335 James Eugene Green, Leadwood Lodge No. 598 Harry Paul Roberts, Grandview Lodge No. 618 William Wray Lain, Jr., Mizpah Lodge No. 639 Gerald D. Shelton, Saline Lodge No. 226 Gary Gene Foote, Ray Lodge No. 223 Jene D. Kirby, Essex Lodge No. 278 William Franklin Roszell, Buckner Lodge No. 501 SUBDIVISION II -

B216 B217 B218 B219 B220 B221 B222 B223 B224

C166 C167

PART THREE -

Anthony A. Redfearn, Freedom Lodge No. 636 John Dudley Ossenfort, Forest Park Lodge No. 578 Walter S. Specie, Palestine Lodge No. 241 James Ellis Spencer, Grandview Lodge No. 618 Wayne Henry Branson, Overland Lodge No. 623 Clarence Wallace Stone, Jr., Bonhomme Lodge No. 45 Randall Jay Jones, Mt. Olive Lodge No. 439 Kenneth Loyd Goad, Cecile Daylight Lodge No. 305 William Link Lane, Ionic Lodge No. 154 SUBDIVISION II -

C165

Don V. Gunset, St. James Lodge No. 230 D119 James E. Brown, Fellowship Lodge No. 345 SUBDIVISION II -

B226 B227 B228 B229 B230 B231 B232 B233

William John Mundy, Clifton Heights Lodge No. 520 Edgar L. Kneip, Clinton Lodge No. 548 Melvin Loran Hall, Pollock Lodge No. 349 Adis A. Branstietter, Bee Hive Lodge No. 393 Stephen B. Givens, Charity Lodge No. 331 Benny Leroy Roach, Joplin Lodge No. 335 William F. Wieser, Ferguson Lodge No. 542 Q. C. "Tony" Robbins, Weston Lodge No. 53 William Kyle Johnson, Jefferson Lodge No. 43 THIRD RENEWALS

FOURTH RENEWALS

D120 James.J. Montgomery, Neosho Lodge No. 247 D121 Arthur Richard Cullor, Unionville Lodge No. 210

PART THREE -

Joseph George Wehner, Grandview Lodge No. 618 E92 Charles E. Scheurich, Acacia Lodge No. 602

SECOND RENEWALS

C168 John Edward Reece, Seaman Lodge No. 126 C169 Ezra T. Lalik, Independence Lodge No. 76 C170 Clarence Walker Wieland, Rolla Lodge No. 213

PART THREE -

D118

E91

B225

PART THREE -

Norman Kent James, Herculaneum Lodge No. 388 Raymond E. Lee, Acacia Lodge No. 602 R. Edward Ceries, Crestwood Lodge No. 669 SUBDIVISION II -

A316 Joe I. Willhite, Joplin Lodge No. 335 A317 James Lewis Shelton, Bee Hive Lodge No. 393 A318 Robert D. Weikal, Sedalia Lodge No. 236 A319 Roger Glenn Huffmaster, Ferguson Lodge No. 542 A320 William G. Barnett, Ancient Landmark Lodge No. 356 A321 Arthur R. Zellmer, Crescent Hill Lodge No. 368 A322 Forrest Glenn Lane, Centralia Lodge No. 59

E93

FIFTH RENEWALS Lecil Ulry, Lick Creek Lodge No. 302

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI SUBDIVISION II -

F59

SUBDIVISION II G34

SUBDIVISION II 110

SUBDIVISION II -

R. Franklin Avery, Hope Lodge No.

251

NINTH RENEWALS Ralph Otto Kolb, Anchor Lodge No. 443

112

PART THREE -

Charles Goodman, Polar Star Lodge No. 79 SUBDIVISION II -

SEVENTH RENEWALS

G36

PART THREE -

Morris S. Sheeks, Progress Lodge No. 657 William W. Forrester, East Gate Lodge No. 630

III

F62 Stanley E. Massey, Competition Lodge No. 432 F63 John Douglas Atkins, Anchor Lodge No. 443

PART THREE -

Olen Paul Erwin, Carthage Lodge No. 197 Claude F. Stephens, Advance Lodge No. 590

G35

PART THREE - SIXTH RENEWALS

Stanton Thayer Brown, Buckner Lodge No. 501 Robert H. Stewart, Cuba Lodge No. 312 Ronald Eugene Smith, Hartford Lodge No. 171

F60 F61

TENTH RENEWALS

Nathan William Glazer, Benjamin Franklin Lodge No. 642

PART THREE -

ELEVENTH RENEWALS

K4 John S. Stillwell, Putnam Lodge No. 190 SUBDIVISION III 353 354 355 356 357 358 359 360 361 362 363 364 365 366 367

Robert Edward Skelton, Republic Lodge No. 570 Richard William Steele, Webb City Lodge No. 512 Donald L. Warfield, Joplin Lodge No. 335 Edward John Soteropoulos, Freedom Lodge No. 636 Merrain M. Batey, Joachim Lodge No. 164 Doyle Ray Edwards, Rolla Lodge No. 213 Fred Henry Curtis, Florissant Lodge No. 668 Harold H. Miley, Joplin Lodge No. 335 Neal J. Donaldson, Freedom Lodge No. 636 Arthur Jerry Dines, Appleton City Lodge No. 412 Larry Francis Barriner, Magnolia Lodge No. 626 George H. Budde, Jr., Mizpah Lodge No. 639 Kevin L. Fitzwater, Leadwood Lodge No. 599 Clarence LeRoy Brown, Belton Lodge No. 450 Darrell E. Goucher, Edina Lodge No. 291 SUBDIVISION III -

A150

Ronald H. Ross, Swope Park Lodge No. 617 A151 John D. Ossenfort, Forest Park Lodge No. 578 A152 Daniel F. Cole, Jefferson Lodge No. 43

ORIGINALS

368 369 370 371 372 373 374 375 376 377 378 379 380 381 382 383 384

Paul Edward Davis, Barnesville Lodge No. 353 Charles R. Davis, Galena Lodge No. 515 Elmer Douglas Copeland, Freedom Lodge No. 636 Elmer Earl Wilson, Dexter Lodge No. 532 William Henry Harris, Ralls Lodge No. 33 Dallas C. Osterhout, Ralls Lodge No. 33 John Morris McAfee, Angerona Lodge No. 193 David Gene Cotter, Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422 Buddy E. Ralls, Liberty Lodge No. 31 Wayne H. Branson, Overland Lodge No. 623 Ernest L. Miller, Overland Lodge No. 623 Elton Dale Mathews, Angerona Lodge No. 193 Anthony C. Bell, Dexter Lodge No. 532 John B. Sloan, Branson Lodge No. 587 Gene Wesley Friebe, Mt. Zion Lodge No. 327 Michael P. Singer, Sr., Freedom Lodge No. 636 Michael F. Armstrong, Rising Sun Lodge No. 13

FIRST RENEWALS A153 A154 A155

William Wray Lain, Jr., Mizpah Lodge No. 639 T. Lynn Dawson, Barnesville Lodge No. 353 Billie Pollard, Moberly LodRe No. 344

84 A156

PROCEEDIJ'\GS OF THE L. Richard Parton, Edina Lodge 1\'0.

A163

9Qj

A157 A158 A159 A160 A161 A162

Gerald D. Shelton, Saline Lodge 1\0. 226 Carlton E. Wyatt, Saline Lodge 1\'0. 226 Walter S. Specie, Palestine Lodgc 1\'0. 241 William Donald Harvey, C;ardenville Lodge No. 655 ~ Harry Paul Roberts, Grandview Lodge No. 618 James Dee Donaldson, Overland Lodge No. 623

A164 A 165 A166 A167 A168 A169

19H6

Harry Vietor Pov'nter, Knob 1\'oster Lodge :-\0. 245 William E. Broggi, Blue Springs Lodge 1\'0.337 Robert r-.Iarion Edmundson, Blue Springs Lodge 1\'0. 337 Chesley Emerson McAfee, Angerona Lodge 1\'0. 193 Robert Harris Brav, Fayette Lodge 1\0.47 Albert Elmer Lavenbarg, C;ranch'ie\\' Lodge 1\0. 618 Jack Amos, Webb City Lodge r\o. 512

SUBDIVISION I l l - SECOND RE1\'EWALS BI0 Bll B12 B13 B14 B15 B16 B17 B18 BI9 B20 B21 B22 B23 B24 B25 B26 B27 B28 B29 B30 B31 B32 B33 B34 B35

Marvin Gene Shull, Rising Sun Lodge No. 13 Charles W. Leach, Arnold Lodge No. 673 Paul K. Kawakami, Heroine Lodge No. 104 Warder Magee Shotwell, Swope Park Lodge No. 617 Jimmie Lee Moreland, Neosho Lodge No. 247 Howard Lee Dobbs, Neosho Lodge No. 247 W. Larrance Roe, Joplin Lodge No. 335 Anthony A. Redfearn, Freedom Lodge No. 636 James E. Brown, Fellowship Lodge 1\0. 345 Randall Jay Jones, Mt. Olive Lodge No. 439 William Alvin Gamblian, Vandalia Lodge 1\'0. 491 George H. Strother, Vandalia Lodge No. 491 Lecil Ulry, Lick Creek Lodge 1\'0. 302 James.J. Montgomery, 1\eosho Lodge 1\'0.247 Charles H. Daume, Jr., Mystic Tie Lodge 1\0. 221 .1. John Shipman, Kennett Lodge 1\'0. 68 Opie Doel Hatfield, Rising Sun Lodge No. 13 Donald Eugene Campbell, Compass Lodge No. 120 Maurice Mayberry, Lebanon Lodge No. 77 John Douglas Atkins, Anchor Lodge No. 443 Russell M. Arthur, St. Francois Lodge No. 234 Laymon A. Allgood, Harold O. Grauel Lodge No. 672 Claude F. Stephens, Advance Lodge No. 590 Delbert Dailey, Moberly Lodge 1\'0. 344 Robert Clyde Foster, Censer Lodge 1\'0. 172 Ezra Franklin Williams, Wentzville Lodge 1\0. 46

B36 Joe D. Masterson, Excelsior Lodge No. 441 B37 Dominik Louis Seeler, Meridian Lodge No.2 B38 Arthur R. Zellmer, Crescent Hill Lodge 1\'0.368 B39 Dale C. Motter, Adair Lodge No. 366 B40 Cliflord Newton Talley, Irondale Lodge 1\0. 143 B41 Harold J. Richardson, Samaritan Lodge 1\0. 424 B42 Arthur Richard Cullor, Unionville Lodge 1\0. 210 B43 John S. Stillwell, Putnam Lodge No. 190 B44 r-.Ielvin Loran Hall, Pollock Lodge :\0. 349 B45 Theodore R. Brown, Freedom Lodge 1\'0.636 B46 Benny L. Roach, Joplin Lodge 1\0. :B5 B47 Howard Llovd Adkins, Country Club Lodge 1\0.' 656 . B48 Charles Marvin Benedict. Wellston Lodge 1'\0. 613 B49 Charles Goodman, Polar Star Lodge 1\0. 79 B50 Clarence \Vallacc Stone . .11'.. BonhomIlle Lodge 1'\0. 45 B51 Hardee H. Richey, Cowgill Lodge 1'\0, 561 B52 William Carter Bell, Dexter Lodge 1'\0. 532 B53 Jene Kirby, Essex Lodge 1\0. 278 B54 Darrell Kirby, Essex Lodge No. 278 B55 Joseph Edward Stevens, St. Francois Lodge 1\0. 234 B56 James Eugene Green, Leadwood Lodge No. 598 B57 Nathan William Glazer, Benjamin Franklin Lodge 1\0. 642 B58 J. Bert Thacker, Mizpah Lodge No. ()39 B59 William Link Lane, Ionic Lodge 1\0. 154 B60 Robert Earl Hammond, Webb Cit) Lodge No. 512 B61 Edgar L. Kneip, Clinton Lodge :\0. 548 B62 Roger Lay Pritchett, Lathrop Lodge 1\0, 506

1986 B63 B64 B65 B66

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

B67 .lames Ellis Spencer, Grandview Lodge No. 618 Henry S. Harmon, Ionic Lodge No. 154 Robert D. Weikal, Sedalia Lodge No. 236 B70 Kenneth Loyd Goad, Cecile Daylight Lodge No. 305

Ronald Eugene Smith, Hartford Lodge No. 171 Duane A. Eiserman, Branson Lodge No. 587 Carol A. Rice, Adelphi Lodge No. %5 Norval Wilson Lee, Rising Sun Lodge No. 13

B68 B69

REMARKS OF MOST ILLUSTRIOUS GRAND MASTER OF GRAND COUNCIL OF CRYPTIC MASONS OF MISSOURI R.W. BROTHER BLAIR C. MAYFORD CEREMONIAL PRESENTATION OF CONTRIBUTIONS FOR THE GRAND LODGE DISASTER-RELIEF CHARITY PROGRAM

The Representatives of Constituent Lodges approached the microphone, announced the name, number, and location of their lodge with the amount of contribution and then presented the contribution to the Grand Treasurer. REMARKS OF MOST WORSHIPFUL GRAND MASTER DURWARD C. DANIELSON OF KANSAS REMARKS OF MOST WORSHIPFUL GRAND MASTER HAROLD R. BARKLEY OF IOWA REMARKS OF MOST WORSHIPFUL GRAND MASTER CHARLES W. AMIDON OF NEBRASKA REPORT ON ELECTION OF GRAND LODGE OFFICERS

R.W. Brother Larry F. Barriner, Chairman presented the Report on the Election of Grand Lodge Officers for the year 1986-1987. For the Office of Grand Master: P. Vincent Kinkead Scattered

992 13

Most Worshipful Grand Master Scheurich announced the election of RW. Brother Po Vincent Kinkead to the Office of Grand Master. RW. Brother Kinkead expressed appreciation for 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. ANNOUNCEMENT OF GRAND MASTER ELECT P. VINCENT KINKEAD 166TH ANNUAL COMMUNICATION

R.W. Kinkead announced that the 166th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Missouri will be held in St. Louis, Missouri on September 28 and 29, 1987. REPORT ON ELECTION CONTINUED For the Office of Deputy Grand Master: William Ho Wisbrock Thomas K. McGuire, Scattered . 0

••••

0000000.0.00000.0

Jr. •

•••••

000.000000

•••

•

••••••••••••

••••••

•••••••

•••••

•••••••

•

•••••••

••••

•

484

0483

MoW. Grand Master Scheurich announced that a majority of votes cast was necessary to elect. Since the necessary majority vote was not present, M.W.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

Scheurich stated that the ballot would be redistributed and that the Brethren would vote for the Office of Deputy Grand Master down through the Grand Lodge Line to and including Senior Grand Marshal. The Grand Secretary and the District Deputy Grand Masters were instructed to redistribute the ballots. After the ballots were voted and collected by the District Deputy Grand Masters of the even districts, the ballots were sealed by M.W. Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich. CALL FROM LABOR

The Grand Lodge was called from labor at 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 A.M. on Tuesday Morning, September 30, 1986. R.W. Grand Chaplain Elmer E. Revelle offered prayer. ANNUAL COMMUNICATION OF MISSOURI LODGE OF RESEARCH

The Missouri Lodge of Research met in Annual Communication in the University Plaza Trade Center in Springfield, Missouri, on Monday Afternoon, September 29, 1986 at 4:00 P.M., after the close of the Grand Lodge Session.

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

MONDAY EVENING, SEPTEMBER 29,1986 7:30 P.M.

GRAND LODGE DINNER FOR ALL MASTER MASONS AND THEm WIVES UNIVERSITY PLAZA CONVENTION CENTER MOST WORSHIPFUL GRAND MASTER CHARLES E. SCHEURICH, presiding Table Grace -

R.W. Grand Chaplain Cecil H. Hurt

Presentation of Medallions Grand Lodge Achievement Awards Presentation of "Ten Year Achievement" Certificates: Liberty Lodge No. 31 at Liberty Buckner Lodge No. 501 at Buckner Columbia Lodge No. 534 at Pacific Swope Park Lodge No. 617 at Kansas City Remarks of RW. Deputy Grand Master P. Vincent Kinkead

PRESENTATION OF TRUMAN MEDAL

M.W. Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich directed that M.W. Elvis A. Mooney escort RW. Albert]. Elfrank and his wife Virginia to the head table. After the presentation M.W. Brother Scheurich requested that Mrs. Elfrank pin the Truman Medal on her husband's lapel. RW. Brother Elfrank responded to the presentation with great surprise at being selected the 1986 recipient of the Truman Medal. Benediction - RW. Grand Chaplain Cecil H. Hurt.

Tuesday Morning 9:00 A.M. ORGAN SELECTIONS, JACK STOTTLEMYRE CALL TO LABOR

The Grand Lodge was called to labor at 9:00 A.M. on Tuesday Morning, September 30,1986. RW. Grand Chaplain Ronald R Bollinger offered prayer. REMARKS OF M.W. GRAND MASTER CHARLES E. SCHEURICH

M.W. Brother Scheurich asked RW. Brother Larry Barriner and the District Deputy Grand Masters of the even-numbered Districts to approach the East and receive the ballots which had been voted for the Grand Lodge Officers. M.W. Brother Scheurich directed R.W. Brother Barriner and the District Deputy Grand Masters to retire to an appropriate place and tally the ballots. REPORT OF THE SPECIAL SEARCH COMMITTEE IN THE MATTER OF THE OFFICE OF GRAND SECRETARY

M.W. Brother Vern H. Schneider stated that the Report of the Search Committee is printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees" and moved that the Report be received and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded and by vote of the Grand Lodge the Report was received. Following receipt of notice from R.W. Bro. Frank Ames Arnold as to his intention to retire effective June 30, 1986, the Grand Master appointed a Special Committee to seek qualified Brethren who might be considered for appointment to the office of Grand Secretary. At its initial meeting the Committee reviewed the duties of the office and discussed the professional qualifications, as well as the personal qualities, deemed to be desirable. It was agreed that in the interest of maintaining continuity of administration it would be desirable to seek qualified Brethren who would be prepared to serve for several years. Upon the recommendation of the Committee, the Grand Master sent a notice of the impending vacancy to all Lodges, District Deputy Grand Masters, District Deputy Grand Lecturers and the offices of the Appendant Bodies throughout the state, and he invited the submission of resumes by brethren who might be interested in serving as Grand Secretary following R.W. Brother Arnold's retirement. Numerous applications were received and the Committee carefully reviewed all of them. Also, reference checks were made through many sources. The difficulty of the Committee's task was heightened by reason of the excellence of the applicants' qualifications. Preliminary interviews were held with a number of the interested persons. They came from all parts of the state. In all instances they displayed a zeal for the Fraternity and their qualifications justified their interest in the office to which they aspired. Ultimately, the Committee narrowed its recommendations to three individuals, all of whom were invited to meet with the Committee at the Grand Lodge office.

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Following the interviews, the Committee, subject to the Grand Master's abstention, recommended to the Grand Master that all three of the finalists were well qualified for appointment as Grand Secretary. Thereafter, upon the retirement of RW. Brother Arnold, the Grand Master appointed as Grand Secretary W. Bro. Terry C. Alexander, a Past Master of Seaman Lodge No. 126, A.F. & A.M., Milan, MO, who was one of those receiving Committee endorsement. The Committee appreciates the cooperation which it has received from the Grand Master and from brethren throughout the state. Many recommendations were received and all requests by the Committee for references received prompt and thorough replies. Most of all, we thank all of those brethren who expressed their willingness to serve their Fraternity in the important and demanding role of Grand Secretary, if selected. The Committee is unanimous in its opinion that RW. Bro. Terry C. Alexander can and will, now and in the future, discharge the duties of the Grand Secretary both capably and diligently and in so doing he will bring added honor to this Grand Lodge. Respectfully submitted, CHARLES E. SCHEURICH, Grand Master P. VINCENT KINKEAD, Deputy Grand Master WILLIAM H. WISBROCK, Senior Grand Warden THOMAS K. MCGUIRE, JR., Junior Grand Warden J. MORGAN DONELSON, Past Grand Master J. EDWARD BLINN, Past Grand Master VERN H. SCHNEIDER, Past Grand Master and Chairman.

RESOLUTION TO REPEAL A STANDING RESOLUTION

The Grand Secretary read the Resolution presented as follows: To the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri: Be It Resolved. That the following Resolution adopted in 1869 at page 102 of the PROCEEDINGS, be abolished as a Standing Resolution:

"WORK AND LECTURES ADOPTED The work and lectures as exemplified by the Grand Lecturer are adopted as the work and lectures of the Grand Lodge. Res. 1869.102." Be It Resolved, That said Standing Resolution is abolished. Purpose of Repealing This Standing Resolution: The Proceedings of 1869 set out that there was confusion between various areas of the State of Missouri between the District Deputy Grand Master and District Deputy Grand Lecturer systems, and in order to resolve this conflict at that time, adopted the above Resolution and required that it be practiced in every subordinate lodge in an effort to standardize the ritual. The above resolution is subject to misinterpretation and was designed to resolve a local problem over 100 years ago. CHARLES E. SCHEURICH, P.M., Acacia Lodge No. 602, D. ROBERT DOWNEY, P.M., Pilgrim Lodge No. 652, THO~AS C. WARDD1, P.M., Owensville Lodge No. 624, ROBERT D. JENKINS, P.M., Country Club Lodge No. 656, JOHN E. WETZEL, P.M., Perseverance Lodge No. 92.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON GRAND LODGE BUILDING

R.W. Brother Terry C. Alexander presented the Report of the Committee on Grand Lodge Building as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees." He moved the Report be received and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded and by vote of the Grand Lodge the Report of the Committee on Grand Lodge Building was received. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & 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. Agreements were made for snow removal, lawn and tree care. Contracts were entered into for servicing the heating and cooling systems on a quarterly basis; this contract has been very satisfactory. A new roof has been installed and during severe storms this summer no leaks were reported. Repairs were made to the rear driveway, which has been needing work for the last two years. Various minor repairs and adjustments were authorized throughout the year. Your Committee again recommends that consideration be given to the placing of a sign, visible from the highway; wording on the sign to be authorized by the Officers of the Grand Lodge. It is the opinion of the Committee that the Grand Lodge Office Building is in good condition with no anticipated problems. Respectfully submitted, PAYNE PERCEFULL, ARTHUR E. SCHNEIDER, FRANK A. ARNOLD, DOUGLAS H. GARRETT, Chairman. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON RECOGNITION OF FOREIGN GRAND LODGES

R.W. Brother Albert]. Elfrank presented the Report of the Committee on Recognition of Foreign Grand Lodges as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees" and moved that the Report be accepted and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded and by vote of the Grand Lodge the Report of the Committee on Recognition of Foreign Grand Lodges was accepted. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: The Committee on Recognition of Foreign Grand Lodges makes the following report: GRANDE LOJA DO ESTADO DE ALAGOAS (GRAND LODGE OF THE STATE OF ALAGOAS) - BRAZIL The Grand Lodge of the State of Alagoas, founded on April 2, 1959, has requested the recognition of the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri and the consequent exchange of Grand Representatives. The Commission for Recognition of the Conference of Grand Masters of Masons in North America has long considered the Grand Lodge of the State of Alagoas to be legitimate. It is a regular member of the recognized Confederation of Symbolic Masonic Grand Lodges in Brazil.

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Inasmuch as the Grand Lodge of Missouri has recognized many of the State Grand Lodges in Brazil, the Committee on Recognition of Foreign Grand Lodges recommends that recognition be extended to the Grand Lodge of the State of Alagoas (Brazil) and that the incoming Grand Master take the means to establish the exchange of Grand Representatives. GRANDE LOJA DO ESTADO DE MATO GROSSO (GRAND LODGE OF THE STATE OF MATO GROSSO) - BRAZIL The Grand Lodge of the State of Mato Grosso requested the exchange of Grand Representatives both to and from the Grand Lodge of Missouri. The Grand Lodge of Missouri extended recognition to the Grand Lodge of the State of Mato Grosso in Brazil at the 144th Annual Communication in 1965. The means having been established for the exchange of Grand Representatives, Most Worshipful Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich made the recommendation to the Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of the State of Mato Grosso for the appointment of R.W. Bro. Larry F. Barriner as the Grand Representative of the Grand Lodge of Missouri near that Grand Lodge. THE GRAND LODGE OF SOUTH AFRICA Most Worshipful Grand Master C. B. Groenewald of the Grand Lodge of South Africa has requested that consideration be given to the appointment of a Grand Representative of that Grand Lodge near the Grand Lodge of Missouri. In turn the Grand Lodge of South Africa will accept the recommendation by the Grand Master of Missouri of a Master Mason of that Grand Lodge to be the Grand Representative of Missouri near the Grand Lodge of South Africa. The Grand Lodge of South Africa was originally formed in 1961 as the Grand Lodge of Southern Africa. The Grand Lodge of Missouri granted recognition of the Grand Lodge of Southern Africa at the 147th Annual Communication in 1968. The Committee on Recognition of Foreign Grand Lodges recommends that the incoming Grand Master respond to the request of the Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of South Africa with the recommendation of a Missouri Master Mason for appointment as Grand Representative. Fraternally submitted, HERMAN A. ORLICK, P.G.M., FRANK A. ARNOLD, ALBERT J. ELFRANK, Chairman. REPORT OF THE SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

R.W. Brother Albert J. Elfrank presented the Report for the Committee on Public Schools as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees," and moved that the Report be accepted and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded and by vote of the Grand Lodge the Report of the Committee on Public Schools was received. To the Grand Lodge of the State of Missouri, A.F. & A.M.: MOST WORSHIPFUL GRAND MASTER: When we reported last year, a voucher system was the major plan of parochial aid being promoted by Secretary

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

William Bennett of the U.S. Department of Education. It received strong opposition from many quarters, including our brotherhood. Congress showed little interest in it. Secretary Bennett recently announced that he was withdrawing his plan from consideration. Though presently withdrawn, this voucher plan could resurface in the future. Therefore, we must be alert to this possibility. This plan would divert support from public education, thus weakening this mainstay of American democracy and society. It would make taxpayers as responsible for private education as for public education. It could also endanger the independence and character of private and church schools, for it is unlikely that government aid could or should go to such schools without extensive government controls. During the past year Secretary Bennett and private school authorities have tried to get around the effect of the Supreme Court's rulings that it is unconstitutional for publicly-paid teachers to provide instructional services on the premises of church schools. In Missouri the bypass under Chapter I (formerly Title I) continues, and more money is being expended on each church school student than on each public school student under the Chapter I program. Services are being provided in nearby centers or in mobile units parked along the curb or on parking lots of church schools. A new lawsuit (Pulido v. Bennett) has challenged this arrangement. A Federal court in Kansas City has already conducted a trial, and a decision is pending. The nomination of Justice Rehnquist to become the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court is a matter of concern to church-state separationists. He has favored numerous parochial aid measures considered by the Supreme Court, and he favors government's involvement in various religious activities, including those in public schools. His opinions position him against churchstate separation as defined by the Supreme Court. Recent results of standardized tests in Missouri indicate that Missouri's public schools are doing a better job in basic education. Respectfully submitted, WALTER H. BAIRD, DR. G. HUGH WAMBLE, DR. FRED W. LANIGAN, ALBERT J. ELFRANK, DR. M. GRAHAM CLARK, DR. CHARLES J. MCCLAIN, ELVIS A. MOONEY, P.G.M., WALTER C. PLOESER, Chairman. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON CORRESPONDENCE

R.W. Brother Ray Hilton, Chairman presented the Report of the Committee on Correspondence as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees" and moved that it be received and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. Motion was seconded and passed by vote of the Grand Lodge. To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: This report is submitted under the provisions of Section 5.150, Grand Lodge By-Laws, which call for a "concise report on the general condition of Freemasonry." I know of no scientific means for determining the general condition of the Craft, and so any statement on that subject can only be a generalization based upon statistical and financial data, and reports and observations of knowledgeable brethren throughout the Fraternity.

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Declining membership and poor attendance continued to be the subject of primary concern and discussion in most jurisdictions. An often repeated observation on the condition of the Craft was "while membership continued to decline, the condition of the Craft was good." This seems to suggest that we are retaining quality while losing quantity. Nevertheless, most everyone will agree that to remain healthy the Fraternity must find a solution for the declining membership. If we could isolate and treat the causes of our membership losses we would erase one big problem that has plagued the Fraternity, as well as other fraternal organizations, for many years. Many theories have been advanced on this subject, and just as many remedies have been tried, but the problem persists. Some authorities have expressed the belief that ritual may be the underlying cause of our predicament, some feel that finances may be the culprit, while others point to a need for better leadership and more emphasis on Masonic education. It has been suggested that the ritual should be shortened, that the penalties in the obligations should be modified or eliminated, and that proficiency examinations should be shortened or eliminated. Each Grand Jurisdiction has established its own version of the ritual, and while the ritual remains basically the same throughout Masonry, there are many variations from one jurisdiction to another. Changes have been made unilaterally from time to time as deemed appropriate or needed, with no significant or lasting effect on membership. So, while sociological changes might dictate the need for some modifications of the ritual, there is little evidence to indicate that such changes would reverse the membership trend. The effect that inflation has had on lodge finances may have done more damage than is readily apparent. Consider the fact that over the past several years lodge operating costs have escalated dramatically, while at the same time dues have remained relatively low. This has made it necessary to allocate more and more lodge revenues to essential operations, and maintenance of lodge facilities. As a result, educational, recreational, social, and charitable activities have been drastically curtailed. This has reduced lodge activities to the conferring of degrees and conducting business meetings, which many members find dull and unrewarding. As membership continues to decline, and with no increase in dues, we can expect that less and less money will be available, even for necessary operations. Bro. Roy E. Smith, a member of Lawton Lodge No. 183 in Oklahoma, summed up the question of membership with these words: "Solutions to this membership decline will be elusive because the source of the problem is sociological and not in the structure of Masonry. However, some of the traditions in today's Blue Lodge Masonry may need to be adjusted to accommodate the new lifestyle we are competing with for new members. "Today's young man leads a hectic life with little time for relaxation. A fraternity that works more than it socializes is not an attractive alternative to a night at home with the family and an entertaining TV program. Therefore, a lodge that puts more emphasis on perfect ritual work than on fraternal fellowship and friendly conversation will not be competitive for new members. A lodge that pressures members and criticizes mistakes does little to offer relief from the hectic nature of the world our prospective member lives in. A lodge that worries over operating expenses as if the sole purpose of its

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

existence is to support and keep the building it meets in, adds problems that members don't need." If lack of funds is causing your lodge to restrict its fraternal responsibilities, then you should review your dues structure and your budget priorities and initiate action to promote some fraternal fellowship and friendly conversation. It might have a beneficial impact on attendance as well as membership. RAY HILTON, Chairman.

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON RELIEF AND CHARITY

R.W. Brother Terry C. Alexander presented the Report for the Committee on Relief and Charity and moved that the Report as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees" be received and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. Motion was seconded and by vote of the Grand Lodge the Report was received. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: The Committee on Relief and Charity is composed of five members of the Masonic Home Board of Directors. The Committee is appointed under Section 5.090 ofthe By-Laws of the Grand Lodge by the Grand Master and meets monthly at the Masonic Home Board Meeting or at the call of the chairman to consider requests properly submitted to it by a subordinate Lodge for financial assistance and relief to worthy eligible cases. The Grand Lodge at its last annual communication in St. Louis on September 30 and October 1, 1985 budgeted $15,000.00 for the work of the Committee and $5,000.00 was appropriated and forwarded to the committee during the year. Following is the report of the financial activities of the Committee from July 1, 1985 to June 30, 1986. Granby Lodge No. 514 Mt. Moriah Lodge No. 40 Lambskin Lodge No. 460 St. Joseph Lodge No. 78 Total Disbursements Balance in Bank July I, 1985 Received from Grand Lodge Interest received from account Checks issued for relief Balance in Bank June 30, 1986

. $ 1,200.00 859.98 . 1,495.00 . 2,000.00 . . $ 5,554.98 . $ 7,804.97 5,000.00 . 144.50 . $12,949.47 5,554.98 . . $ 7,394.49

The report of the auditor verifies the facts of this report. Respectfully submitted, CARL I. STEIN, Secretary-Treasurer, JAMES A. ESTELL, Chairman WILLIAM H. WISBROCK, TOM CRUNK, THOS. M. HODGES.

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Laventhol & Horwath Aug-ust 18, 1986 Ten Broadway, Suite 1000 St. Louis, Missouri 63102 GENTLEMEN: In connection with your examination of the financial statements (cash basis) of Relief and Charity Committee of the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. as of June 30, 1986 and for the year then ended for the purpose of expressing an opinion as to whether the financial statements (cash basis) present fairly the financial position, results of operations and changes in financial position of Relief and Charity Committee of the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. in conformity with the cash basis of accounting, which is a comprehensive basis other than generally accepted accounting principles, we confirm, to the best of our knowledge and belief, the following representations made to you during your examination. 1. We are responsible for the fair presentation of the financial statements of financial position, results of operations and changes in cash position in conformity with the basis of accounting described above. 2. We have made available to you all: a. Financial records and related data. b. Minutes of stockholders, directors, and committees of directors meetings, or summaries of actions at recent meetings for which minutes have not yet been prepared. 3. There have been no irregularities involving management or employees who have significant roles in the system of internal accounting control or irregularities involving other employees that could have a material effect on the financial statements. 4. We have no plans or intentions that may materially affect the carrying value or classification of assets and liabilities. 5. There are no oral agreements or guarantees. 6. The following have been properly recorded or disclosed in the financial statements: a. Related party transactions and related amounts receivable or payable. b. Arrangements, either written or oral, with financial institutions involving compensating balances or other arrangements involving restrictions on cash balances and line-of-credit, guarantees or similar arrangements. 7. There have been no: a. Violations or possible violations of law or regulations whose effects should be considered for disclosure in the financial statements or as a basis for recording a loss contingency. b. Other material liabilities or gain or loss contingencies that are required to be accrued or disclosed by Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No.5. c. Communications from regulatory agencies concerning noncompliance with, or deficiencies in, financial reporting practices that could have a material effect on the financial statements. 8. There are no unasserted claims or assessments that our lawyer has advised us are probable of assertion and must be disclosed in accordance with Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No.5. 9. There are no material transactions that have not been properly recorded in the accounting records underlying the financial statements. 10. Provision, when material, has been made to reduce excess or obsolete inventories to their estimated net realizable value. II. The Company has satisfactory title to all owned assets; there are no liens or encumbrances on these assets, nor has any asset been pledged. 12. No events have occurred subsequent to the balance sheet date that would require adjustment to, or disclosure in, the financial statements. Very truly yours, CARL STEl:"J, Secretary/Treasurer.

PROCEEDIN(~S OF

THE

1986

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC RELATIONS

M.W. Brother Robert J. Crede, Chairman, presented the Report of the Committee on Public Relations as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees." He moved the Report be received and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded and by vote of the Grand Lodge the Report of the Committee on Public Relations was received.

To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. oj Missouri: Your Public Relations Committee submits the following report for the 19851986 Grand Lodge year. A meeting of the Public Relations Committee was held on Sunday, December 29, 1985, at the Grand Lodge Office in Columbia. We were honored to have our Grand Master, Most Worshipful Brother Charles Scheurich attend the meeting with us. The general discussion at the meeting centered on the su~ject of "How can we as Masons promote Freemasonry to the public?" Many ideas and thoughts were presented for consideration by the committee. As a result of this meeting R.W. Brother Ramage prepared in draft form an excellent handbook on Public Relations that could be used by the officers of all Lodges to publicize Masonic events and activities taking place in their communities. Due to a lack of funds for this committee the handbook has not been put in print. Hopefully it can be printed next year or possibly be printed by the Masonic Education Committee. Another suggestion made at our meeting was the possibility of placing a Masonic marker of Missouri granite near the Arch in the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial in St. Louis. On the marker would be appropriate wording informing the many visitors that annually pass by that location, that Lewis and Clark were members of a Lodge originally located on that site. Our committee would encourage lodges, especially those outside the metropolitan areas to erect a roadside sign informing travelers that a Lodge is located in that particular town or village. The signs could be made or can be purchased through Masonic Supply Houses. Another idea from the committee, when funds are available, would be to erect large roadside signs at our State lines particularly on the m~jor interstates or highways welcoming travelers to Missouri. R.W. Bro. Linton Kneemiller, a member of this committee, had the honor of representing our Grand Master last November at a joint dinner meeting of Masons and Knights of Columbus at St. Clements, Missouri. The meeting was in connection with a joint effort by the Knights and Masons in that area sponsoring a Bowlathon for the benefit of Charity. Brother Kneemiller reported that net proceeds of$6,OOO.OO from the Bowlathon was divided equally and presented to the Shriners Crippled Children's Hospital and the Cardinal Glennon Hospital. More events like this could certainly help promote Freemasonry. Perhaps the public is exposed to Freemasonry through our Masonic Funerals more than through any other way. Although this subject was not discussed at our committee meeting, one of our committee members has expressed his concern about the need for updating the funeral service and the need for Brothers who are qualified to deliver the service. Certainly an impres-

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

sion of Freemasonry is transmitted to the public through our funeral services and it needs to be a good impression. We commend M.W. Brother Scheurich for declaring Sunday, September 21, 1986, as "Missouri Masonic Day" and arranging for a Proclamation by Governor John Ashcroft proclaiming September 21, 1986, as "Masonic Day in Missouri." R.W. Bro. Tom Warden, Junior Grand Deacon and a member of this committee, prepared a news release about "Masonic Day" which was sent to all newspapers in Missouri. Our committee also prepared a news release announcing that the One Hundred Sixty-Fifth Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge would be held in Springfield, Missouri, which release was sent to the newspaper in Springfield. Although we may not have accomplished a lot of visible things this year, we feel that a lot of good ideas have been expressed and the ground work laid for a number of projects. We hope that with some funding the committee for next year might follow up on some of these projects and programs. \:Ve thank our Grand Master, M.W. Brother Scheurich for giving us the opportunity to have served on this committee during the past year. Respectfully submitted, ROBERT J. CREDE, Chairman, HERMAN A. ORLICK, RICHARD B. RAMAGE, THOMAS C. WARDEN,

JOHN K. SMITH, L. WAYNE HILL, ROBERT W. CONRADI, LINTON W. KNEEMILLER.

REMARKS OF MOST WORSHIPFUL PAST GRAND MASTER OF ARKANSAS PAUL C. BUSH REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON LODGES UNDER DISPENSATION

R.W. Brother Anthony A. Redfearn presented the Report of the Committee on Lodges Under Dispensation as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees" and moved that the Report be accepted and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded and by vote of the Grand Lodge the Report was received.

To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: Your Committee on Lodges Under Dispensation received no request for its consideration of the formation of any new lodge during this year. Respectfully submitted, DAVID S. BUTLER, CHARLES WARREN OHRVALL, WAY!'\E R. TWIEHAUS, ANTHONY A. REDFEARN, Chairman. REMARKS OF RIGHT WORSHIPFUL BROTHER ALBERT O. ARNOLD. JR.. GRAND SECRETARY OF KANSAS REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON MASONIC BOARDS OF RELIEF

R.W. Brother Terry C. Alexander presented the Report of the Committee on Masonic Boards of Relief as printed in the booklet and moved that the

1986

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Report be accepted and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded and by vote of the Grand Lodge the Report of the Committee on Masonic Boards of Relief was received. 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, Joplin and St. Louis & St. Louis County for the fiscal year ended June 30, 1986. St. Louis and St. Louis County Masonic Board of Relief voted financial assistance to one of their Brothers who suffered considerable loss due to his home being destroyed by fire. There were two requests for financial assistance both of which were handled properly. St. Joseph Masonic Board of Relief Funeral Expense amounted to $500direct donation. None of the Boards of Relief made any assessments of the Lodges for funds. We compliment the secretaries and members of these Boards for their fine management, cooperation and devoted service to Freemasonry. Respectfully submitted, ALBERT H. VAN GELS, Chairman, LON G. ORR, KENNETH L. McNEAL, ALFRED E. SPENCER. June 30, 1986 St. Joseph Masonic Board of Relief To the Most Worshipful 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 Monday, January 27, 1986. The officers for 1986 elected were: Lawrence Donaldson, President, Saxton Lodge No. 508; Richard Thornton, Vice President, Charity Lodge No. 331; and Secretary-Treasurer, Kenneth McNeal, Zeredatha Lodge No. 189. There has not been an assessment against the member lodges during the past year. The St. Joseph Masonic Board of Relief continues to serve as the focal point for Masonic inquiries from throughout the United States. Membership verification, reports of deaths and illness, arranging Masonic funeral services and serving as a source for informational liaison between Masonic organizations is our main function. The Board acknowledges the generosity of the St. Joseph Scottish Rite for assuming the administrative expenses of the Board of Relief. The following is the current financial status of the St. Joseph Masonic Board of Relief:

Checking Account - Commerce Bank of St. Joseph Income 6/30/85 to 6/30/86 Direct donation for funeral expense Expenses: Funeral Expense Balance 6/30/86 Administrative Expenses assumed by Scottish Rite

$212.36 .

500.00 $712.36 . 500.00 . $212.36

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Our requests for assistance continue to decline each year. Although our activity is less charitable in nature we do fill an important need by maintaining our information clearing house. . Respectfully submitted, KENNETH L. McNEAL, Secretary- Treasurer, St. Joseph Masonic Board of Relief. Joplin Masonic Board of Relief

Joplin Masonic Board of Relief received no requests for financial assistance during the fiscal year ended June 30, 1986. The Board has a balance of $43.00 on hand in its fund being maintained for this purpose. Fraternally, JAMES E. BROW;\I Secretary. St. Louis and St. Louis County Masonic Board of Relief

The fall meeting of the St. Louis and St. Louis County Masonic Board of Relief was held on October 2, 1985 in the Masonic Temple, 3681 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis, Mo. The main topic of discussion was the Courtesy Masonic Funerals. It is becoming quite a problem to get lodges to perform this service. Many lodges do not have officers who know the funeral and cannot conduct this service. It was reported that one of our brethren who lives in southern Missouri had suffered quite a loss due to his home being destroyed by fire. A financial assistance was voted and sent to him. It is included in the financial report. This being the annual meeting, an election of officers was held resulting in the following officers being elected to serve for the fiscal year 1985-1986: Gerald W. Burnworth (636), President; James Easton (578), Vice-President; Robert Boone (80), Secretary; Charles Janssen (218), Treasurer. The semi-annual meeting of the St. Louis and St. Louis County Masonic Board of Relief was held May 14, 1986 in the Masonic Temple, 3681 Lindell Boulevard, St. Louis, Mo. Once again, Courtesy Masonic Funerals were discussed. Some solutions were offered. The Board was able to handle all requests which had been received. Brother Boone, our Secretary, read his letter of resignation. It was reluctantly received. The postponement of a new Secretary was tabled until our fall meeting. The President read a complete itinerary of the activities of the Board. A brief report follows: There were two requests for financial assistance, both of which were handled properly. There were six requests for Courtesy Masonic Funerals: Request by Equality Lodge No. 497 (Missouri) - Service by Freedom Lodge No. 636. Request by Olive Branch Lodge No. 576 (Missouri) - Service by Ferguson Lodge No. 542. Request by Osage Valley Lodge No. 24 (Kansas) - Service by Good Hope Lodge No. 218. Request by Pride of the West Lodge No. 179 (Missouri) - Service by Freedom Lodge No. 636. Request by Wm. R. Singleton, Hope Lodge No. 20 (D.C.) - Service by Ferguson Lodge No. 542. Request by Surfside Lodge No. 316 (Florida) - Service by Lambskin Lodge No. 416.

100

1986

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Memorials:

Bro. Arthur E. Jordan, Anchor Lodge No. 443 (Missouri) Stephens Episcopal Church in Florissant.

Memorial given at St.

Request for pallbearers:

Bro. Paul Allen Barlow, Triangle Lodge No. 638 (Missouri) - Pallbearers at the cemetery only. On June 11, 1986 our Treasurer, Bro. Charles Janssen passed away very suddenly. This being near the close of the fiscal year (June 30) the President appointed Bro. James Miller (655) to serve as Treasurer until our fall meeting. At that time we will elect a Secretary and Treasurer. GERALD W. BL'R",WORTH, President, JA;-IES EAsTo"" Vice President JA~IES MILLER, Treasurer. ST. LOUIS & ST. LOUIS COUNTY MASONIC BOARD OF RELIEF AUDIT REPORT - JUNE 30, 1986 The financial records of the St. Louis and St. Louis County Masonic Board of Relief have been reviewed, and found correct. A statement showing the receipts and disbursements for the fiscal period from July 1, 1985 through June 30, 1986 as follows: PAUL TOBIAS, C.P.A. St. Louis Lodge No. 20, A.F. & A.M. STATEMENT OF RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS From July 1, 1985 to June 30, 1986 Balance July 1, 1985 Receipts: Lodge Assessments 1985-1986 $ .00 Interest on U.S. Bonds. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85.00 Interest on Certificates on Deposit 1,350.81 1,000.19 Certificate #4646517 with interest Donations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00

$17,643.78

2,496.00 $20,139.78 Disbursements: Relief

$ 800.00

~~is~:i~~ . : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : . . . .

44.00 28.28 3.22 15.84 10.35 1,000.00

. .

500.00 500.00

Telephone Office Supplies Safe Deposit Box Certificate #4646517 Donations: Masonic Home of Missouri Masonic Temple Association

2,901.69 $17,238.09 Recapitulation: Balance in Checking Account June 30, 1986 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. $ 2,738.09 . .. . . .. . . . . . . 1,000.00 U.S. Savings Bonds............ . . . . . . . 13,500.00 Certificates on Deposit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $17,238.09

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

101

REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON GEORGE WASHINGTON MASONIC NATIONAL MEMORIAL

M.W. Brother William J. Hill presented the Report of the Special Committee on the George Washington Masonic National Memorial and 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 and by vote of the Grand Lodge the Report of the Special Committee on George Washington Masonic National Memorial was received.

To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: The significance of symbolism is well understood by all practicing Freemasons. It is thus highly significant that we should ever be mindful of the George Washington Masonic National Memorial, the largest Masonic symbol on the North American Continent, which has for so many years stood high on Shooter's Hill overlooking Alexandria, Virginia. This great monument, dedicated to Worshipful Brother George Washington, First President of the United States and an ardent Freemason, memorializes much that cannot be fully articulated, but only felt. It is the embodiment of human dignity. Human dignity cannot exist without freedom. Freedom, as recorded by history, can only exist by a Constitution dedicated to the right of self-government. Through the unfolding of experience, we are learning that such a system of self-government can long endure, but only by a constant rededication to the principles upon which it stands. These principles, so essential to human dignity, are not only inherent in Freemasonry, but are of the essence in their continuum of preservation. In a Masonic sense, this Memorial can be likened to the Statue of Liberty standing in the New York Harbor, a great symbol of freedom and human dignity. The recent celebration of the 100th Anniversary of the Great Lady generated that "feeling" among Americans that cannot be adequately written or spoken, but only felt. As Dr. Kenneth Clark, one of the recipients of the Freedom Award during the celebration of our Great Lady, so aptly stated, "The greatest threat to freedom is the shortness of our memories." To illustrate, as in the case of the Statue of Liberty, until a few years ago, our greatest Masonic Monument had been allowed to fall into a state of noticeable disrepair, and even gained uncomplimentary attention in the press. As a consequence, much has been done in the last few years to assure that this most worthwhile Memorial is restored to its former condition and thereafter proudly maintained. The financial resources for such purpose have been underpinned by a campaign to get all Grand Lodges to adopt the "$5.00 Per Initiate Plan." Adoption of the plan by several Grand Lodges during the past year leaves only ten which are not participating. The Grand Lodg-e of Missouri can be extremely proud of the fact that in 1980 it amended its By-Laws to increase its contribution from $1.00 to $5.00 per initiate. At the last meeting of the Memorial Association in Arlington, Virginia, our Most Worshipful Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich presented to the Association the check of the Grand Lodge of Missouri which amounted to $7,099. You are entitled to assurance that the contributions to the Memorial Association are being well managed for the purpose intended. During the year

102

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

immediately preceding the last Annual Meeting of the Association, as a part of the on-going program for restoration and improvement, in excess of $212,000.00 had been expended. At the same meeting, it was announced that projects for further repairs and improvements had been approved and would entail the expenditure of approximately $119,000.00. Discussed at this meeting were still other projects planned for the near future and which will include replacement and repair of interior lighting on the first and second floors of the Memorial, and a very major expenditure for replacement windows of an energy-efficient, double-glazed design for all exterior windows. To further the cause, each Lodge is encouraged to present an annual program on the Memorial, which will not only be of interest to the Craft, but to non-Masons alike. To aid in this endeavor, there is a fine audio-visual program available through our Grand Lodge Office for the mere asking. It should not be overlooked that such a program will satisfy a part of the requirement for the Grand Lodge Achievement Award. The magnificence of this Memorial will stir the desire of every member to make a pilgrimage at some time, not only to see, but to experience, this Memorial. Notwithstanding the recent renewed financial support of the Memorial by the various Grand Lodges through the $5.00 Per Initiate Plan, other on-going gifts are needed and are important. Under the present program for individual gifts, a donation of $100.00 or more is classified as a "Sustaining Gift" and a donor of $250.00 or more is classified as a "Life Member," both of which contributions are recognized by a beautiful certificate and lapel pin. A donor of $1,000.00 or more is classified as a "Bicentennial Donor," entitling the donor's name to be placed on a bronze bicentennial plaque near the Memorial's main entrance. All such donations, in whatever amount, large or small, should be made payable to George Washington Masonic National Memorial, and sent to P.O. Box 2098, Alexandria, Virginia 22301. There is still another way in which a member of the Craft, his family and friends, may thoroughly enjoy this great Memorial and at the same time receive an additional benefit. Last year the Memorial sponsored a fund-raising Caribbean Cruise from which it received $20,000.00 as the Memorial's share of the profits. Approximately 400 persons signed up for the cruise, and by reason of its success, plans are now underway to arrange a similar fundraising cruise to Tahiti, Australia and New Zealand, following next year's Annual Meeting of the Association at Calgary, Canada. This Memorial deserves the support of individual members of the Craft and furnishes a magnificent opportunity for the Lodges of this Grand J urisdiction to formulate a program of annual giving to support a highly visible symbol of our Masonic Heritage. Let us then as Freemasons never again let the fire of enthusiasm for this great Masonic Memorial on Shooter's Hill falter for a moment in the minds of each successive generation of our Craft. Fraternally submitted, J. EDWARD BLINN, P.G.M., HOMER L. FERGUSON, P.G.M., ELVIS A. MOONEY, P.G.M., WM. J. HILL, P.G.M., Chairman. FIELDING A. POE, P.G.M.

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

103

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON JURISPRUDENCE

M.W. Brother Walter L. Walker, 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: DISPENSAnONS

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 AND HEALING ORDERS

We have examined the Consents, Permissions and Healing Orders pertaining to the activities and operations of subordinate lodges granted by the Grand Master as set forth in the Report of the Grand Secretary and we approve the same as within the discretion of the Grand Master. I move the adoption of this portion of the Jurisprudence Committee Report. The motion was seconded and by vote of the Grand Lodge the portion of the Report of the Committee on Jurisprudence was adopted. BY-LAW AMENDMENTS

The following proposed changes to the Grand Lodge By-Laws were submitted to the 164th Annual Communication to be acted upon at this Annual Communication. 1. A 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 A.M. to 9 A.M." Statement of Purpose: To expedite the business of the Grand Lodge and add an hour during which business can be conducted.

Your Committee approves this resolution as to form and advises that it is proper to vote on the resolution at this time. In order to bring this matter to a vote, I move that this resolution be adopted. The motion was seconded and by vote of the Grand Lodge the resolution was adopted. 2. Proposal to add new Section 4.070 to the By-Laws Amend Article 4 by adding a new Section 4.070 to read: "The Grand Master appoints and commisions 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." Statement of Purpose: To coordinate and enhance the activities of the Lodge Education Officers and Masonic Home Information Representatives.

Your Committee recommends that this proposed By-Law be tabled until the next Annual Communication and that the Grand Master appoint a Committee to set out the duties of District Education Officer and forward them to the Jurisprudence Committee who will incorporate the duties into this proposed resolution and present it for voting at the next Grand Lodge Session.

104

PROCEEDIN(~S

OF THE

1986

In order to bring this matter to a vote, I move that this resolution be tabled until the next Annual Communication. The motion was seconded and by vote of the Grand Lodge the motion was adopted. 3. Proposal to add new Section 5.191 to the By-Laws "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 the support 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." Statement of Purpose: 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.

Your Committee approves this Resolution as to form and advises that it is proper to vote on this Resolution at this time. In order to bring this matter to a vote, I move that this resolution be adopted. The motion was seconded and by vote of the Grand Lodge the Resolution was adopted. 4. Proposal to add new Section 5.192 to the By-Laws

"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: (1) 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 (3) 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 (3) 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 (1) member for each of said two (2) classes for one (1) year, one (1) member for each of said two (2) classes for two (2) years, and one (1) 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 an un-expired term. A vacancy shall be deemed to occur if any member of Class II or Class III 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. (c) 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.

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

105

(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." Statement of Purpose: It is believed that the Grand Lodge like any other major organization should show careful consideration to lon~ 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.

Your Committee approves this Resolution as to form and advises that it is proper to vote on this resolution at this time. In order to bring this matter to a vote, I move that this resolution be adopted. The motion was seconded. The Grand Master recognized RW. Brother Dan F. Cole, Senior Grand Steward. RW. BROTHER DANIEL F. COLE: I would recommend that there are a few things that need to be studied on this particular proposal. I am particularly concerned about the fact that the entire advancing line of the Grand Lodge is not involved in the statement in who is on the Committee. I would recommend that we table the proposal for one year to give us an additional chance to look at this problem and re-work it. Therefore, I move to table for one year. M.W. Grand Master Scheurich called for motion to table the resolution. The motion was seconded and by vote of the Grand Lodge the Resolution was tabled until next year. 5. Proposal to Amend Section 5.010 of the By-Laws

A Resolution was submitted to amend Section 5.010 so that the first sentence thereof would read: 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, Necrology, (k) Ritual, (1) 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, (u) Long Range Planning.

In all other respects the existing language of Section 5.010 would remain unchanged. Statement of Purpose: 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.

106

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

Substitute Proposal to Amend Section 5.010 of the By-Laws A Substitute Resolution was submitted to Amend Section 5.0 I0 so that the first sentence thereof would read: 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, (j) 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, (w) Grand Lodge Office Building, (t) Youth.

In all other respects the existing language of Section 5.010 would remain unchanged. M.W. BROTHER WALTER WALKER: The Substitute Resolution, in view of the action taken this morning, will include only Youth. In effect, this adds the Youth Committee to your Standing Committees. Your Committee approves this Resolution as to form and advises that it is proper to vote on it at this time. In order to bring this matter to a vote, I move that this Resolution be adopted. The Motion was seconded and by vote of the Grand Lodge the Resolution was adopted. 6. Proposal to Amend Section 11.020 of the By-Laws 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. Formation of new lodges: (a) Certificates of Good Standing or Dimits of each of the petitioners. Any 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 interest of Freemasonry will be advanced by the formation of the new lodge, and that all the petitioners are eligible. (c) 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. Statement of Purpose: 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 in as much 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. 7. Proposal to Amend Section 11.030 of the By-Laws 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 Affiliations may upon presentation of a Certificate of Good Stand-

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

107

ing or a Dimitjoin in the petition. A petitioner desiring Multiple Membership shall furnish a Certificate of Good Standing for Multiple Membership. Statement of Purpose: 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. 8. Proposal to Amend Section 11.050 of the By-Laws 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: "Section 11.050. MEMBERSHIP OF PETITIONERS. On institution of the lodge under dispensation, all the Petitioners become members of that lodge, and cease to be members oftheir former lodges, except that a qualified Petitioner for Multiple Membership shall be deemed to be a Multiple Member of that lodge, and to retain his former lodge membership." In all other respects the existing language of Section 11.050 would remain unchanged. Statement of Purpose: 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. 9. Proposal to Amend Section 11.100 of the By-Laws 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." Statement of Purpose: 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.

The Committee finds that this is proper to be voted on at this time including the Substitute Resolution we submitted on Section 11.050 and for purposes of bringing this matter to a vote, I move that these four (4) Resolutions be approved. The Grand Master called for discussion.

108

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

R.W. Brother Dennis Hammack spoke to the resolution and stated his favor for establishment of new lodges in the rural areas but voiced opposition to establishing new lodges in metropolitan areas. M.W. Brother J. c. Montgomery, Jr. spoke to the resolution and stated his support for the resolutions. M.W. Grand Master Scheurich called for the vote, motion was seconded and by vote of the Grand Lodge the resolutions were adopted. REPORT ON THE ELECTION OF GRAND LODGE OFFICERS

R.W. Brother Larry Barriner presented the completed report on the election of Grand Lodge Officers for the year 1986-1987. M.W. Brother Scheurich read the results to the Brethren: For the Office of Deputy Grand Master: Thomas K. McGuire, Jr. William H. Wisbrock Scattered

445 312 8

M.W. Grand Master Scheurich announced the election of R.W. Brother Thomas K. McGuire, Jr. to the office of Deputy Grand Master. R.W. Brother McGuire accepted the election. For the Office of Senior Grand Warden: Robert D. Jenkins Thomas K. McGuire, Jr. Scattered

422 302 35

M.W. Grand Master Scheurich announced the election of R.W. Brother Robert D. Jenkins to the office of Senior Grand Warden. R.W. Brother Jenkins accepted the election. For the Office of Junior Grand Warden: Thomas C. Warden Robert D. Jenkins Scattered

416 295 45

M.W. Grand Master Scheurich announced the election of R.W. Brother Thomas C. Warden to the office of Junior Grand Warden. RW. Brother Warden accepted the election. For the Office of Grand Treasurer: W. Marion Luna Scattered

721 33

M.W. Grand Master Scheurich announced the re-election of R.W. Brother W. Marion Luna to the office of Grand Treasurer. RW. Brother Luna accepted the election. For the Office of Grand Secretary: Terry C. Alexander Scattered

727 30

M.W. Grand Master Scheurich announced the election of R.W. Brother Terry C. Alexander to the office of Grand Secretary. RW. Brother Alexander accepted the election.

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

109

M.W. Brother Walter L. Walker, Chairman, continued with the Report of the Jurisprudence Committee. Proposal to Amend Section 35.010, Article I by Adding the Following New Section. Section 1.081 GRAND SECRETARY'S DUTIES. The Grand Secretary shall hold two instructive meetings per year with all subordinate lodge secretaries, one being about the 15th of November and the other being the 15th of May, both to be held on Saturday and to be held in Columbia. Statement of Purpose: It would be very helpful to be better informed with all changes at Grand Lodge and to understand and fill out the Grand Lodge Report along with all other paper that goes into the Grand Lodge Office. To do a better job as Secretary to our subordinate lodges, a lot better communication with all concerned, plus all records would be up to date. These are but a few of the questions that come before a Lodge Secretary.

The Jurisprudence Committee informs the Grand Lodge that the Proposal to amend Section 1.081, should have been Section 2.040. Therefore, the Committee proposes the following substitute proposal: "Sub-Paragraph S, under the Grand Secretary's Duties ... hold two instructive Saturday meetings, one about the middle of November, the other about the middle of May at a place he shall determine."

M.W. BROTHER WALKER: This is an addition to the By-Laws and is in proper form to be voted on. But, Grand Master, please remember that proposals to add to our By-Laws take a two-thirds majority vote. Motion was made and seconded for adoption and discussions ensued. M.W. GRAND MASTER SCHEURICH: Sir, I would like to speak on this. Brethren, I understand how the Secretaries feel, but we have 15-16 Area Meetings each year in which the Grand Secretary invites all of the Secretaries of this Grand Jurisdiction to participate. He gives instructions and teaches what the Secretaries of the lodges should submit. The Grand Secretary of this Jurisdiction has a load now and the Past Grand Masters will probably agree with me, that is almost too heavy to carry. Brethren, I would ask that you defeat this resolution. R.W. BROTHER P. VINCENT KIKKEAD: Brethren, I had intended to make this announcement later, but there are in the planning eight Lodge Education Officer and Secretary workshops planned for the month of January. There will be 17 Area Meetings to which the Secretaries will be invited in February, March and April. That will take our new Grand Secretary into 24 different locations in that four-month period early in 1987. M.W. GRAND MASTER SCHEURICH called for the vote. By vote of the Grand Lodge the Proposal to amend Section 35.010, Article I was DEFEATED. RESOLUTIONS

Proposed Standing Resolution Be It Resolved, That the Grand Master appoint a special committee for the purpose of investigating the necessity and feasibility of purchasing Blanket Insurance coverage for the Grand Lodge and constituent Lodges.

110

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

This committee's responsibilities could include, but would not be limited to the following: 1. A study of insurance currently held by any of the constituent Lodges - amounts and types of coverage and costs of such coverage. 2. A study of insurance currently held by other Grand Lodges - amounts and types of coverage and costs of such coverage. 3. A recommendation as to whether Blanket Insurance coverage should be purchased for the Grand Lodge, the constituent Lodges, or both and the coverage recommended. 4. An evaluation of the costs of such coverage through inquiry as to many insurance companies as the committee deems appropriate. 5. The savings attainable under the recommended Blanket coverage for those constituent Lodges which already carry insurance with the option of purchasing additional coverage to be left to each constituent Lodge. 6. The method by which the premiums for such insurance shall be financed. 7. A determination of the responsible Grand Lodge Officer or Officers or committee to administer the insurance program. 8. The development of resolutions to place the findings before the Grand Lodge for action. Be It Further Resolved, That the committee shall prepare a report of its findings and conclusions, proposals, etc., by April 1, 1987 for the review of the Grand Master and such others as deemed necessary. Fraternally submitted, DANIEL F. COLE, P.M., Jefferson Lodge No. 43 RALPH O. KOLB, P.M., Anchor Lodge No. 443

The Jurisprudence Committee approves this Resolution as to form and advises that it is proper to vote on at this time. In order to bring this Resolution to a vote, I move that this Resolution be adopted. The motion was made and seconded and by vote of the Grand Lodge the proposed Standing Resolution was adopted. Resolution to Repeal a Standing Resolution Be It Resolved, That the following Resolution adopted in 1869 at page 102 of the PROCEEDINGS, be abolished as a Standing Resolution:

"WORK AND LECTURES ADOPTED The work and lectures as exemplified by the Grand Lecturer are adopted as the work and lectures of the Grand Lodge. Res. 1869.102." Be It Resolved, That said Standing Resolution is abolished. Purpose of repealing this Standing Resolution: The PROCEEDINGS of 1869 set out that there was confusion between various areas of the State of Missouri between the District Deputy Grand Master and District Deputy Grand Lecturer systems, and in order to resolve this conflict at that time, adopted the above Resolution and required that it be practiced in every subordinate Lodge in an effort to standardize the ritual. The above Resolution is subject to misinterpretation and was designed to resolve a local problem over 100 years ago.

The Committee approved the Resolution as to form and advised that it was proper to be voted on at this time and in order to get the matter before the group, M.W. Brother Walker moved the adoption. The motion was seconded. R.W. GRAND LECTURER STANTON T. BROWN spoke to the Resolution: M.W. Grand Master, since this was put in just yesterday, although I knew a little bit about it, I have not had a chance to actually research it. I would move

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

III

that it be tabled until next year, until we have had a chance to do something about it. M.W. Brother Scheurich called for a second on the motion. The motion was seconded that the Resolution be tabled until next year and by vote of the Grand Lodge the motion to table was adopted. DECISIONS

1. The question was put to the Grand Master concerning Section 13.090 (Committee on Investigation) and Section 14.040 (must lie over) concerning action at Hamilton Lodge No. 224. The Brother Petitioning, James Walter Duncan, presented a Dimit issued by St. Elmore Lodge No. 27, A.F. and A.M., Scottish Rite, which is a clandestine lodge and not recognized by the State of Missouri. Hamilton Lodge issued a Petition for the Degrees rather than a Petition of Affiliation. The Grand Master rescinded the action taken by Hamilton Lodge on the ground that a member was elected without proper investigation and without proper acknowledgement through the Grand Lodge Office.

This decision is approved. I move the adoption of this portion of the Jurisprudence Committee Report. The motion was seconded and by vote of the Grand Lodge the portion of the Report of the Committee on J urisprudence was adopted. 2. The Grand Master resolved to remove the Senior Grand Warden from office for cause and requested concurrence of the Deputy Grand Master and Junior Grand Warden as provided in Section 2.010(e). The consent of one was ambiguous. The Grand Master ruled that the consent of one of the top three officers to remove the Senior Grand Warden from office was ambiguous and for that reason did not remove the Senior Grand Warden from office.

The Jurisprudence Committee unanimously approves this decision of the Grand Master, as Section 2.010(e) requires the written concurrence of two of the top three officers and must be clear and unambiguous. The facts concerning the specifics of the matter were unavailable to this Committee. This decision is approved and I move that this decision be adopted. The motion was seconded and by vote of the Grand Lodge the Decision of the Grand Master was adopted. 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. and A.M. be amended by the addition of the following new section:

"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: 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

112

PROCEEDIN(;S OF TIlE

1986

to explain his programs 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.

M.W. BROTHER WALTER L. WALKER: "The Grand Secretary has certified to the Jurisprudence Committee that this Resolution was passed by the local lodges: Number Number Number Number Number

of of of of of

Lodges Lodges Lodges Lodges Lodges

Reporting Not Reporting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Voting "YES" Voting "NO" with Tie Vote.........................

426 86 302 120 4

This amendment, if adopted, would be effective at the Grand Lodge Meeting in 1987. Your Committee approves this Constitutional Amendment as to form and advises that it is proper to vote on this Constitutional Amendment at this time. In order to bring this matter to a vote, I move that this Constitutional Amendment be adopted, but, I reserve the right to speak against it." The motion was seconded and M.W. Grand Master Scheurich called for discussion. R.W. Brother Larry Weenick, Clayton Lodge No. 601 spoke to the proposed Amendment to the Constitution and voiced his support. .M.W. Brother Lewis C. Wes Cook, Weston Lodge No. 53 spoke to the proposed Amendment to the Constitution and voiced his opposition. M.W. Brother Walter L. Walker, Stella Lodge No. 538 spoke to the proposed Amendment to the Constitution and voiced his opposition. Wor. Brother Mike Nichlos, Clifton Heights Lodge No. 520 spoke to the proposed Amendment to the Constitution and voiced his opposition. M.W. Grand Master Scheurich called for the vote and by vote of the Grand Lodge the Resolution to Amend Section 2 of Article III of the Constitution was DEFEATED. M.W. Brother Walter L. Walker moved the adoption of the Jurisprudence Committee Report as amended by the Grand Lodge be adopted. The motion was seconded and by vote of the Grand Lodge the Amended Report of the Jurisprudence Committee was adopted. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON BY-LAWS

M.W. Brother J. Morgan Donelson, Chairman, moved that the Report of the Committee on By-Laws as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees" be received and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded and approved by vote of the Grand Lodge. To the Grand Lodge, Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri: The cumulative annual Pocket Part for use in 1985-1986 with the Constitution and By-Laws - 1958 as published in 1977 was prepared by your committee and distributed as required by law. The Brethren are urged to examine the materials therein and make use of it and each annual update in order to keep current on Masonic Law. The directories, biographical sketches of the Grand Master, and Deputy Grand Master, Summary of Actions last

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

113

taken by the Grand Lodge, and proposed amendments for action at this Grand Lodge Communication, can be helpful to each lodge and its Brethren; always refer to the pocket part when using the bound volume. The Committee expresses its appreciation for this opportunity to serve this Grand Lodge. Fraternally submitted, RONALD M. BELT, HARRY GERSHENSON, JR., WILLIAM H. UTZ, JR., J. MORGAN DONELSON, P.G.M., Chairman. REMARKS OF MOST WORSHIPFUL GRAND MASTER SCHEURICH

M.W. Brother Scheurich expressed his sincere personal thanks to M.W. Brother J. Morgan Donelson for Serving as Chairman of the Committee on By-Laws. M.W. Brother Donelson stated that he would prefer not to serve as Chairman of the Committee hereafter. M.W. Brother Scheurich thanked him for his service on the Committee through the past 11 years. REPORT OF THE BUILDING SUPERVISORY BOARD

R.W. Brother K. Roger Pennel, Chairman, moved that the Report of the Building Supervisory Board as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees" be accepted and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded and approved by vote of the Grand Lodge. To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: Your Building Supervisory Board is pleased to submit herewith its report of activities and decisions for the past Masonic Year 1985-86. In most all cases applications coming to us were well prepared. We have attempted to give all of them prompt attention. We thank our Grand Master and various Grand Lodge officers for their assistance on numerous occasions. It has been a pleasure and privilege to serve the Grand Lodge in this capacity. Attached is a report and list of all cases received and considered for the year 1985-86.

Fraternally submitted, HAROLD THORl\'TOl\', DAVID WATSOl\', K. ROGER PENNEL, Chairman Bloomfield Lodge No. 153

Responded to letter from M.W. Bro. Elvis Mooney regarding repairs to building. Buckner Lodge No. 501

The Board approved purchase of land for building site. Requested legal description of property. Jewell Lodge No. 480

The Board approved sale of property of Criterion Lodge No. 586, Alba. The Board approved plans for purchase of building and expansion. Freedom Lodge No. 636

The Board approved project to replace kitchen equipment.

114

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

Euclid Lodge No. 505 The Board responded to inquiry regarding plans to divest themselves of equity in Crestwood Euclid Masonic Temple. Jewell Lodge No. 480 The Board approved construction of new Temple. Hermitage Lodge No. 288 The Board requested more information regarding financial plans. We await their response. Pythagoras Lodge No. 383 The Board approved new building plans without incurrence of any debt. Northwest Lodge No. 358 The Board approved Lodge to move to former location and sell present lodge building without incurrence of debt. Warren Lodge No. 74 The board approved lease and rental agreement.

REMARKS OF GRAND COMMANDER OF THE GRAND COMMANDERY OF KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF MISSOURI - RIGHT EMINENT SIR KNIGHT OREN J. HARDMAN REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON NECROLOGY

M.W. Brother J. C. Montgomery, Jr., Chairman, moved that the Report of the Committee on Necrology be received and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded and approved by vote of the Grand Lodge. Among the beautiful words which commend Freemasonry to our hearts, minds, and lives is the charge given at the closing of a lodge. In the ancient form of that charge were words which have been omitted in more modern times: "Let it not be supposed that you have here 'LABORED in vain, and spent your STRENGTH for nought; for your work is with the Lord, and your RECOMPENSE with your God.' " How many times we may have thought, ''Just another meeting!" How many times our spirits may have groaned because there was a Masonic duty to fulfill, whether it may have been for the Lodge or a deed of kindness to our fellow human beings! How many times we may have set bad examples in word as well as deed, forgetting that spirit of charity which is the hallmark of our Fraternity! Our ancient brethren believed that there was a Divine cast and calling to our Masonic labors. No meeting was insignificant, no initiation trivial, no office without merit, and even attendance at Lodge a joy and a privilege. Above all, the honor, glory and reputation of our venerable Institution were to be kept unsullied because these labors were employed by the Great Architect of the Universe for His purposes; and the knowledge of that would be recompense sufficient. Thankfully we, too, have had Masonic forebears and colleagues who have entertained such high opinions and shown such great faithfulness to our beloved Order. Even though our hearts have been saddened by their loss, our lives have been enriched and our spirits refreshed by their companionship and leadership. Even to call their names is to recall high moments within our own lives and experiences which still gleam like beacon lights upon our present and future. Knowing their labors, it would be difficult for us to think other

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

115

than that they were laboring still in that Grand Lodge on high which cannot be dissolved. It was 80 years ago that Bro. Rudyard Kipling was initiated into Hope and Perseverance Lodge No. 782, Lahore, India. When we think about our departed Brethren, it seems appropriate to quote Kipling'S poem "L'Envoi" as meaningful for this thought and their remembrance. Two verses read: When earth's last picture is painted, and the tubes are twisted and dried, When the oldest colors have faded, and the youngest critic has died, We shall rest, and, faith, we shall need it - lie down for an aeon or two, Till the Master of All Good Workmen shall put us to work anew.

* * *

And only the Master shall praise us, and only the Master shall blame; And no one shall work for money, and no one shall work for fame; But each for the joy of the working, and each, in his separate star, Shall draw the Thing as he sees It for the God of Things as They Are.

Our Grand Secretary reports that during the year ending June 30, 1986, 2,339 of our Brethren were called from their earthly labors by "the Master of All Good Workmen." Each in his own way left his Master Mason's mark upon the Fraternity and his Brethren. For each of them, we say a prayer of thanksgiving to the All-Father in Whose keeping they are. Certain of our Brethren were chosen to labor in quarries of the Grand Lodge. Among these was Grand Lecturer Emeritus Freelon K. Hadley of St. J 0seph, who died within a week of last year's Grand Lodge Communication, his date of death being October 5, 1985. The former Grand Lecturer received the degrees of Masonry in 1931 in St. Joseph Lodge No. 78. Ten years later he served as Worshipful Master and quickly thereafter began the labors in the field of lecturing which were to be his finest Masonic achievements. In 1943 he began eight years' service as District Deputy Grand Lecturer of the 9th Masonic District. After he was appointed in 1951 as the 14th Grand Lecturer of Missouri, he continued until his death at age 77 to touch the lives of thousands of Freemasons through his work and friendship. It is appropriate to recall the words spoken of R.W. Brother Hadley at the time of his retirement by Past Grand Master Lewis C. Wes Cook: Each of us should give thanks for men of such character and integrity. He [had] devoted a huge chunk of his life to an ideal, a cornerstone from which each of us [has] drawn inspiration and hope for the present and the future, a cornerstone of unparalleled beauty in its traditions whose fundamental principles by which men must learn to work and live if a Brotherhood of men under the Fatherhood of God is ever to be achieved.

R.W. Bro.John Black Vrooman, who had served the Grand Lodge as Grand Pursuivant in 1970-71 and for many years as the Chairman of the Grand Lodge Committee on Recognition of Foreign Grand Lodges, died November 3, 1985, at the age of 86. Even in his last years in the Masonic Home, this doughty veteran of Masonic service continued his interest, activities, and writings for the Fraternity. A Past Master of Equality Lodge No. 497 at Newburgh, John Black Vrooman achieved international recognition through his interest in Masonic education, study, and writing. He not only served as

116

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

editor of The Freemason, but he was also active in The Philalethes Society, being its President for a term as well as editor of its magazine. In addition he was editor of The Scottish Rite Bulletin of St. Louis and a contributing editor of The Knight Templar magazine. Many Masonic articles flowed from his desk. The list of his Masonic affiliations and honors would be lengthy indeed. He was especially proud of his membership in the distinguished Society of Blue Friars, an honorary group of outstanding Masonic authors. However Brother Vrooman felt that the crown of his Masonic career came in 1984 when Grand Master Earl K. Dille designated him to be the first recipient of ~he Grand Lodge Truman Medal, given for outstanding leadership and servIce. RW. Brother Vrooman was one of the early hospital visitors in the Masonic Service Association program begun in the early days of World War II. Affectionately called "Black John" by many of his brethren, he was in demand for Masonic programs and readily recognized in lodge meetings. Others of our distinguished brethren who served the Grand Lodge included: R.W. Bro. Russell Edward Eickmeyer served as District Deputy Grand Master of District 33-A in 1963-64. He had received the degrees of Craft Masonry in 1938 in Missouri Lodge No.1, St. Louis, and served as Worshipful Master in 1947. He passed away September 17, 1985. R.W. Bro. Erich Rodenhausen, Master of Cosby Lodge No. 600 in 1944, saw the light in Freemasonry in 1936. In 1972-73 he served as District Deputy Grand Master of District 9. He died October 8, 1985. R.W. Bro. John Lee Lorenz, who died October 28, 1985, received the three degrees in Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422, Springfield, in 1965. In 1970 he was Worshipful Master of that lodge, and from 1973-80 he served as District Deputy Grand Lecturer of District 45. R.W. Bro. Ralph Wayne Horton was 42 years of age at the time of his death November 30, 1985. He was initiated and passed in Montgomery Lodge No. 246, but raised in Jonesburg Lodge No. 457, where he served as Master in 1983. In 1984 he was District Deputy Grand Lecturer of District 28. RW. Bro. Marvin Hubert Arnote served twice as Worshipful Master of Mercer Lodge No. 35, Princeton, 1966 and 1970. Initiated in that lodge in 1958 and passed and raised the following year, he went on to serve as District Deputy Grand Master of District 4 from 1973 to 1978. His date of death was January 8, 1986. RW. Bro. Arthur Robert Patrick, Sr., who served as District Deputy Grand Master of District 40 from 1961 to 1964, received his Craft degrees in Joachim Lodge No. 164, Hillsboro, in 1950. He served as Worshipful Master in 1958. He passed away January 8, 1986. R.W. Bro. Louis Doyle Treece likewise received his three degrees of Blue Lodge Masonry in 1950 as a member of United Lodge No.5, Springfield. In 1954 he served as Worshipful Master of that Lodge and from 1968-71 he was District Deputy Grand Master of District 45. His date of death was January 10, 1986. RW. Bro. Robert Melvin Hunt, who died March 4, 1986, was initiated, passed and raised in Eminence Lodge No. 607 in 1973, where he also served

1986

GRAND LODGE OF \IISSOURI

117

as Master in 1978. In 1983-84 he was District Deputy Grand Master of District 47. He was 50 years of age at the time of his death. R.W. Bro. Charles Henry Schuler, District Deputy Grand Master of District No. 32 from 1983 until the time of his death April 12, 1986, was given the first three degrees of Masonry in 1947 in Sullivan Lodge No. 69. In 1972 he served his brethren there as Worshipful Master. R.W. Bro. Dewey C. Hiltibidal received his degrees in Itaska Lodge No. 420, St. Louis, in 1934 (the lodge later consolidated with Meridian Lodge No. 2). He served two terms as Master of Itaska Lodge No. 420, 1941 and 1945. In 1952-53 RW. Bro. Hiltibidal served as District Deputy Grand Master of District 33-A. He passed away April 17, 1986. R.W. Bro. William Carter Bell received his Craft degrees in New Madrid Lodge No. 429, New Madrid, in 1952-53 where he served as Worshipful Master in 1960. Later he affiliated with Dexter Lodge No. 532, where he also served as Master in 1981. R. W. Brother Bell served the Grand Lodge as District Deputy Grand Lecturer for two terms, first in 1961-68 in District 51 and then in District 50 from 1980 until the time of his death May 3, 1986. The Reverend and RW. Bro. Reid M. Swindler, who served the Grand Lodge as Grand Chaplain in 1970-71, was a member of Fairfax Lodge No. 483, Fairfax. He had been initiated, passed and raised in 1968. He passed away May 20, 1986. RW. Bro. Samuel C. Sherwood, who had been District Deputy Grand Master of Administrative District No. 6 in 1946-47, had received his three degrees in Clay Lodge No. 207, Excelsior Springs, in 1917-18, where he served as Worshipful Master in 1930. His date of death was June 6, 1986. RW. Bro. Fay G. Fulkerson, District Deputy Grand Lecturer of District No. 57 from 1928-31, passed away June 28, 1986. He beheld the light of Masonic degrees in Webster Groves Lodge No. 84 in 1921. He served that lodge as its Worshipful Master in 1928. R.W. Bro. George W. Whitworth, Grand Tiler in 1976-77, passed away July 27, 1986, following a long illness. He was a Past Master (1955) and longtime Treasurer of Berkeley Lodge No. 667. He received his Craft Degrees in Paul Revere Lodge No. 330, St. Louis, becoming a charter member of Berkeley Lodge No. 667 in 1952. He also served as Grand Sentinel of the Grand Council of Cryptic Masons, 1974-75. R.W. Bro. and State Senator Nelson B. Tinnin of Hornersville passed away August 13, 1985. He served as Grand Orator in 1978-79. A Past Master of Hornersville Lodge No. 215, RW. Brother Tinnin brought Masonic principles to bear on Missouri state government where he gave long and distinguished service as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Education. He was particularly sensitive to matters of church-state relations in the important field of public education. Belatedly we acknowledge the passing of RW. Bro. and Rev. Elmer D. Harpham, who served as Grand Chaplain in 1977-78. Brother Harpham received the Masonic degrees in 1953 in Hickory Hill Lodge No. 211, Eugene, later affiliating with Linn Creek Lodge No. 152, Camdenton. His date of death was November 7, 1983. The foregoing names were submitted by the Grand Secretary after they had been received from local lodge secretaries in annual returns.

118

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

To the families of those many departed Brethren we extend our fraternal sympathy and pledge ourselves to "be true to you in the practice of the principles of Freemasonry and in tender memory of our loved and lost." Admittedly these are not easy days for Freemasonry. It is not alone the decrease of numbers but also the outright opposition of some religious and others which try the mettle of Masonic spirits. Nonetheless we owe a debt to those who have "gone this way before us," and we have a heritage to bequeath to those who come after us. In those troubled days of 1863 in the middle of the Civil War, Grand Orator Charles C. Whittlesey summoned the Brethren to the faithful "practice of the principles of Freemasonry" with these words: "Brethren, there is still ... the great light, the great charter; Let us so live in the practice of all its commands, that when we pass from the Lodge room here, we may be fitted to enter the council chamber of our GRAND MASTER above."

So mote it be. Fraternally submitted, 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. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON YOUTH

R.W. Brother Daniel F. Cole, Chairman, presented the Report of the Committee on Youth as found on Page 78 of the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees." He noted one correction, the name of O. Wesley Konering should be added to the list of Committee Members. He moved that the Report of the Committee on Youth as corrected be accepted and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded and approved by vote of the Grand Lodge. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: Your Committee on Youth is pleased to report on its activities in support and promotion of our three Masonic Youth organizations: DeMolay, Job's Daughters, and Rainbow. The Grand Master's Masonic Youth Award program was continued this year, with the following youth receiving the award: DeMolay - Stephan D. Pinkley Job's Daughters - Kimberly L. Bales Rainbow - Amy Meade

As with last year's recipients, these young people are a credit to their respective organizations and fully deserved to receive recognition from our Grand Lodge for their efforts. This year's award was given in the form of a certificate, as was last year's, and a new medallion. The medallion is inscribed as follows: Obverse: Grand Master's Masonic Youth Award ... DeMolay (or Job's Daughter or Rainbow) Of the Year ... 1986 ... Grand Lodge of Missouri A.F. & A.M.

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

119

Reverse: Given To The Masonic Youth Who Has Exemplified Those Principles Professed By DeMolay, Job's Daughters, and Rainbow In An Outstanding Manner The substantial cost of the die used to strike this medallion was donated by Dr. Albert L. Howe, a member of this committee. Special thanks go to Dr. Howe for this contribution, as well as to John Wetzel, Jr. for administering the award program itself. The Committee endorses the proposed action before this Grand Lodge to change the Youth Committee status to that of a standing committee. The Committee recommends that future youth committees consider the following for action:

1. That the committee coordinate the development of a pamphlet on Blue Lodge Masonry, either under its own auspices or in conjunction with the Masonic Education Committee, for distribution to our Masonic Youth. It has been recommended that the youth leaders of the three organizations be enlisted to assist in this effort. 2. That the pamphlet, "Support of Our Masonic Youth," be reprinted if necessary and distributed to the subordinate lodges for a second time. 3. That a plan be developed to obtain more Masonic Advisors for the three youth groups. The following is taken from the pamphlet, "Support of Our Masonic Youth"; ". . . giving of our time can be of tremendous benefit to our Masonic youth. These groups are seriously undermanned in adult supervision, and those adults who are willing to help are often overwhelmed by the responsibility, as there are too few to share the load.... These groups often wonder why they are considered 'Masonic related' when they rarely see those Masons with whom they are affiliated."

Brethren, there are few finer or more rewarding activities lodges could undertake than that of our Masonic youth organizations. RONALD M. COMPTON, BILL DINKMEYER, DR. ALBERT H. HOWE, JOHN E. WETZEL, JR., DANIEL F. COLE, Chairman, O. WESLEY KONERING. REMARKS OF PRESIDENT OF MISSOURI ASSOCIATION OF HIGH TWELVE CLUBS WOR. BROTHER ROBERT L. CAMPBELL REPORT ON THE CONTRIBUTIONS FOR THE GRAND LODGE DISASTER RELIEF FUND

R.W. Grand Treasurer, W. Marion Luna reported that the total amount of contributions for the Grand Lodge Disaster Relief Fund was $29,141.62. REPORT OF THE GRAND TREASURER

R.W. Brother W. Marion Luna, Grand Treasurer, moved that the Report as printed in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees" be received and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded and approved by the Grand Lodge.

120

1986

PROCEEDIKCS OF THE

To the Grand Lodge of Missouri, A.F. & A ..lH.:

This report covers the period from July 1, 1985 through June 30, 1986. Total Income Receipts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Less: Retentions and Transfers to Agency Accounts Total Receipts Less Disbursements Excess of Receipts over Disbursements Balance, July 1, 1985 Balance, June 30, 1986 Consisting of: Boatmen's First National Bank of Kansas City, MO . Exchange National Bank of Jefferson City, MO . SECURITIES -

Maturity

Par Value

SECURITIES -

U.S. Treasury Notes: 8-15-86 11.375% 9.00 % 9-30-87 Federal Home Loan Banks: 9.55 % 10-25-88 2-27-89 8.30 % 6-25-90 7.75 % Federal National Mortgage Association: 8.00 % 7-10-89 Federated Short Term Government Funds Total Securities Cash - FDIC Insured Monev Market Account .' Total Investments - General Fund SECL:RITIES -

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

4,609.01 23,154.26 $ 27,763.27

PER:\IA:'\E:\T FL:!\D

Interest Rate

U.S. Treasury Notes: 2-15-87 9.00% 9-30-87 9.00% 2-15-89 8.00% Federated Short Term Government Funds Total Securities Cash - FDIC Insured Monev Market Account " Total Investments - Permanent Fund

$757,972.85 10 1,978.13 $655,994.72 642,954.97 $ 13,039.75 14,723.52 $ 27,763.27

Carrying Value

l'vlarket Value june 30, 1986

. $ 50,000.00 $ 50,000.00 $ 50,718.50 . 25,000.00 24,950.75 25,648.50 . 50,000.00 49,856.50 51, 109.50 . .

61,736.71

. .

61,736.71 $186,543.96

61,736.71

50,000.00 $236,543.96

GDJERAL FL::'\D

. $ 25,000.00 $ 24,966.00 $ 25,148.50 . 25,109.37 25,648.50 25,000.00 . .

25,000.00 50,000.00 50,000.00

25,125.00 50,062.50 50,000.00

26,179.75 5l.156.00 50,187.50

50,000.00

50,906.00

. .

191,197.20

191,197.20 $416,460.07

191,197.20

. .

DISASTER

50,000.00 $466,460.07 &

RELIEF t'l':"D

. $ 40,082.83 $ 40.082.83 $ 40,082.83 . 82.19 .

$ 40,165.02

Respectfully submitted, \\7. M. LL'KA,

Grand Treasurer.

1986

121

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

REMARKS OF THE WORTHY GRAND PATRON OF THE GRAND CHAPTER OF MISSOURI. ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR RAY E. OSBORNE REPORT OF THE AUDITOR

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, 1985 to June 30, 1986, 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 FUND PER GRAND SECRETARY'S BOOKS STATEMENT OF CASH RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS JULY I, 1985 tOJU:"IE 30, 1986

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 $ 1,179.87) Miscellaneous - Net 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 Receipts over Disbursements Balance July 1, 1985 Balance June 30, 1986 Consisting of Boatmen's First National Bank of Kansas City, MO Exchange National Bank of Jefferson City, MO

. $633,695.60 28,460.00 . . 7,099.00 . 5,664.76 . . . . . . . . . .

18,713.19 2,082.17 10,280.00 $705,994.72 50,000.00 $655,994.72 642,954.97 $ 13,039.75 14,723.52 $ 27,763.27

. .

4,609.01 23,154.26 $ 27,763.27

GRA:"ID LODGE A.F. & A.M. OF MISSOURI GENERAL FCND STATEMDJT OF CASH DISBCRSEME;..JTS J Ul.Y 1, 1985 TO JCNE 30, 1986

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

. $ 27,125.00 22,250.00 . 600.00 . 7,712.50 . 3,669.62 . 5,000.00 . 6,497.54 . 100.00 . 33,042.68 . $105,997.34

122

1986

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

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 Fifty Year Pins By Requisition Committee on Committee on Committee on Committee on Committee on Committee on

$ 11,500.00

. . . . . . . . . .

8,446.84 3,535.96 2,000.00 7,581.86 5,488.70 4,337.85 1,000.00 1,210.61 20,000.00 12,898.57 $ 78,000.39

. $ 39,917.98 . 7,253.12 . 5,488.20

. . . . . . . . .

20,342.80 4,352.83 2,976.64 2,783.65 6,604.50 11,674.55 3,420.39 3,655.59 2,056.36 $110,526.61

. $ 1,000.00 . 5,189.30 . 253.84 . 11,000.00 . 3,455.23 . 82,885.69 $103,784.06

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

Total Grand Lodge Operating Expenses

. $398,308.40

Masonic Home - Per Capita Tax Masonic Home Initiation Fund George Washington Memorial Association

. $194,165.00 . 28,460.00 . 7,099.00 $229,724.00

Total Expenses Payments - D.D.G.M. & D.D.G.L. Visits Transfer to Revolving Fund July 1985 Disbursements July 1986 Disbursements Total Disbursements

. $628,032.40 . 10,280.00 . 5,819.42 . 42,029.58 . ( 43,206.43) . $642,954.97

SECURITIES -

PERMANE:-.JT Fl!I\D

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

1986

123

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

securities and activity for the year ended June 30, 1986 was prepared from their statements. Par Value

U.S. Treasury Notes Federated Short Term Government Total Securities Cash " Total June 30, 1986

. $125,000.00 . 61,736.71 . $186,736.71 . .

SECURITIES -

Market Value

$127,476.50 61,736.71 $189,213.21

Cost

Market Value

GENERAL FUND

Par Value

U.S. Treasury Notes Federal National Mortgage Assoc. Federated Short Term Government Federal Home Loan Bank Total Securities Uninvested Cash - Deficit Total June 30, 1986

Cost

$124,807.25 61, 736. 71 $186,543.96 50,000.00 $236,543.96

. $ 50,000.00 $ 50,075.37 $ 50,797.00 50,000.00 50,000.00 50,906.00 . . 384,741.06 384,741.06 384,741.06 . 125,000.00 125,187.50 127,523.25 . $609,741.06 $610,003.93 $613,967.31 ( 143,543.86)1 . $466,460.07 .

Following is a summary of the changes in the principal account of the Permanent Fund during the year. Uninvested Cash, July 1, 1985 Receipts .. MaturitIeS Income Account Transfers Disbursements Federated Short Term Government Uninvested Cash, June 30, 1986

$ 50,000.00

. . .

$ 85,000.00 1,249.14

( 86,249.14) $ 50,000.00

. .

AGENCY INCOME ACCOUNT -

86,249.14

PERMANENT FUND

Balance July 1, 1985 Interest Received Transferred to Grand Lodge Fees Transferred to Principal Balance June 30, 1986

. . . . . .

0 21,142.20 ( 18,713.19) ( 1,179.87) ( 1,249.14) $ 0

Following is a summary of the changes in the principal account of the General Fund during the year. Balance July 1, 1985 - Deficit Receipts From Grand Lodge A.F. & A.M. Disbursements Various Investments - Net Balance June 30, 1986 - Deficit

. Net

AGENCY INCOME ACCOUNT -

50,000.00

. .

( 101,892.19) ($143,543.86)1

. .

$141,651.67 56,053.86

GE:-lERAL FUND

Balance July I, 1985 Interest Received I

($ 91,651.67)

Deficit in principal cash offset by income cash balance.

124

1986

PROCEEDIN(;S OF THE

Fees Transferred to Principal Balance June 30, 1986

4,075.73) 85.94) $193,543.86 1

. . .

(

. . . .

0 28,460.00 ( 28,460.00) 0 $

MASONIC HOME INITIATIO:-.J FU:-JD

Balance July 1, 1985 Received from Lodges, July 1, 1985 to June 30, 1986 Paid to Masonic Home Balance June 30, 1986

GEORGE WASHINGTO:-.J MEMORIAL FU1':D

Balance Due July 1, 1985 Received from Lodges, July 1, 1985 to June 30, 1986 Paid to George Washington Memorial Association Balance Due June 30, 1986

. . . .

$ (

0 7,099.00 7,099.00) 0

JOSEPH S. MCINTYRE LIBRARY FCND

Balance July 1, 1985 Interest on Savings Account Balance in Mercantile Trust Company Savings Account June 30, 1986

. .

2,558.56 140.50

2,699.06

. . .

664.39 92.00 151.00)

605.39

. . .

6,530.87 14,678.80 12,330.75)

8,878.92

THE FRED-IAS01': MAGAZI:-JE

Balance July 1, 1985 Receipts Disbursements Balance June 30, 1986 - Exchange National Bank Jefferson City, Missouri THE REVOLVI1':G Fe1':D

Balance July 1, 1985 Receipts (Dues, Manuals, Etc.) Disbursements Balance June 30, 1986 - Exchange National Bank Jefferson City, Missouri DISASTER AND RELIEF FCND -

AGE1':CY ACCOC:-.iT

Principal Cash Deficit, July 1, 1985 Receipts from Lodges Purchases - Net Disbursed - Disaster & Relief Principal Cash June 30, 1986 - Deficit

. . . . .

Income Cash, July 1, 1985 Interest Income Fees Income Cash, June 30, 1986 Securities - Disaster & Relief Fund Federated Short Term Government Cash Deficit Net - June 30, 1986

. . . .

, Income cash balance is offset by deficit in principal cash.

. . .

5,075.69) 13,240.71 11,200.00) ( 5,000.00) ( ($ 8,034.98)' ($

$ (

5,119.48 3,275.09 277.40) 8,117.17 1

$ 48,200.00 (

8,034.98)

$ 40,165.02

1986

125

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI MILEAGE AND PER DIEM COMMITTEE

Mileage and Per Diem Checks Paid -

Net of Refunds

$ 82,885.69

The 1985 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 from July 1, 1985 to June 30, 1986. 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. REPORT OF THE GRAND SECRETARY

October L 1985 to July 16, 1986

To the Grand Lodge, A.F. and A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: The Grand Secretary, with the Staff of the Grand Lodge Office, submit the report on the performance of duties and responsibilities during that portion of the 1985-1986 Grand Lodge Year that began on October 1, 1985 and ended on July 16, 1986 in accordance with the Law and Practices of the Grand Lodge of Missouri. IDENTIFICATION 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 Officer, District Deputy Grand Masters, District Deputy Grand Lecturers. Most Worshipful Past Grand Masters received identification cards for the Year 1985-1986, bearing the signature of Most Worshipful Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich, 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. COMMISSIONS TO DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND MASTERS Commissions were written for 64 District Deputy Grand Masters appointed by Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich to serve during the Year 1985- I 986 - one commission was issued to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of one of the originally appointed District Deputy Grand Masters. CERTIFICATES TO DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND LECTURERS Certificates of the appointment by Right Worshipful Grand Lecturer Stanton T. Brown were written for 64 District Deputy Grand Lecturers - one certificate was issued to fill the vacancy created by the untimely death of one of the originally appointed District Deputy Grand Lecturers.

126

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

"GRAND MASTER'S CERTIFICATE OF MERIT"

The Grand Secretary wrote and distributed the "GRAND MASTER'S CERTIFICATE OF MERIT" to the Worshipful Masters of the 140 Constituent "MERIT" Lodges whose participation in MASONIC EDUCATION MONTH (March 1985) and in MASONIC SERVICE MONTH (May 1985) had been highly approved by Most Worshipful Grand Master Vern H. Schneider. "GRAND LODGE ACHIEVEMENT A WARD CERTIFICATES"

The Grand Secretary wrote and forwarded 342 certificates - 171 small certificates for the Worshipful Masters whose Lodg-es had accomplished the Achievement Award Standards during the Grand Lodge Year 1984-1985 and 171 large certificates for the respective Lodges - in accordance with the applications which had been approved by the appropriate District Deputy Grand Masters and District Deputy Grand Lecturers and by the Chairman of the Grand Lodge Committee on Masonic Education. GRAND REPRESENTA TIVES

M.W. Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich 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, F. and A.M. of Finland - OUi Miettinen Grande Oriente D'Italia - Giorgio La Malfa Grand Lodge, A.F. and A.M. of Prince Edward Island - Donald B. Judson Grande Loja do Estado de Sao Paulo (Brazil) - Fernando Montenegro Grand Lodge, F. and A.M. of Tennessee - J. D. Tisdale CONSOLIDATION AND MERGER OF LODGES

Florida Lodge No. 23 at Florida consolidated with and merged into Lick Creek Lodge No. 302 at Perry. Florida Lodge voted on the proposition at the Stated Communication held on September 18, 1985; Lick Creek Lodge voted on the proposition at the Stated Communication held on September 24, 1985. By agreement among the Officers and Members of Florida Lodge and Lick Creek Lodge, the transaction of consolidation and merger became effective on January 1,1986. The Charter and the Seal of Florida Lodge No. 23 were delivered to the Grand Lodge Office on November 26, 1985 by R.W. District Deputy Grand Master Lecil Ulry - Masonic District 17. Bethel Lodge No. 537 at Bethel consolidated with and merged into Shelbina Lodge No. 228 at Shelbina. Bethel Lodge did not provide the date of the Communication when the Officers and Members voted on the proposition. Shelbina Lodge voted on the proposition at the Stated Communication held on November 6, 1985. The transaction of the consolidation and merger of Bethel Lodge No. 537 with Shelbina Lodge No. 228 became effective on November 6, 1985 - the date when Shelbina Lodge voted on the proposition. The Charter and the Seal of Bethel Lodge No. 537 were delivered to the Grand Lodge Office on January 7, 1986 by R.W. District Deputy Grand Lecturer R. Clyde Foster - Masonic District 14. Steele Lodge No. 634 at Steele consolidated with and merged into Caruthersville Lodge No. 461 at Caruthersville. Steele Lodge voted on the propo-

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

127

sition at the Stated Communication held on December 5, 1985; Caruthersville Lodge voted on the proposition at the Stated Communication held on December 17, 1985. The transaction of consolidation and merger of Steele Lodge No. 634 and Caruthersville Lodge No. 461 became effective on December 17, 1985 - the date when Caruthersville Lodge voted on the proposition. The Charter and the Seal of Steele Lodge were received in the Grand Lodge Office on December 31, 1985. COURTESIES

Lodges of Missouri accommodated the requests of 63 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 91 requests of lodges of other states for fraternal courtesies: Conferral of Degrees, investigations to determine fitness for reinstatement to good standing after suspension for non-payment of dues, investigations to determine fitness of petitioners to receive the Degrees, 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 support 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 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 in the first two paragraphs of this section of the report. CONSENTS AND PERMISSIONS

M.W. Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich 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 requirements of Grand Lodge Law (Section 15.070, Section 21.100, etc.), as follows: October 25, 1985 to Armen G. Kayarian, Master of Missouri-Gateway Table Lodge No.1, to sponsor a Table Lodge of Entered Apprentices and One of Instruction on Thursday, October 31,1985 at Fenton Masonic Temple, 401 Hays Hill Drive, Fenton, Missouri. October 31, 1985 to Steven R. Cook, Worshipful Master of Saint Mark's Lodge No. 93, to host Anna Lodge No. 520 at Anna, Illinois for a fraternal visit on November 26, 1985, when Anna Lodge will confer the Degree of Master Mason on their own

128

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

proficient Fellow Craft in the Hall of Saint Mark's Lodge, using ILLINOIS RITUAL. December 8, 1985 to James E. Drake, Worshipful Master of Rolla Lodge No. 213, to sponsor a Table Lodge of Entered Apprentices and One of Instruction on Wednesday Evening, December II, 1985 in the Rolla Masonic Temple. January 10, 1986 to Stanton H. Gilliland, Worshipful Master of Blue Springs Lodge No. 337, to sponsor a Table Lodge of Entered Apprentices and One of Instruction on May 24, 1986 in the Blue Springs Masonic Temple. January 22, 1986 to Gale L. Jones, Worshipful Master of Lodge of Light No. 257, to sponsor a Table Lodge of Entered Apprentices and and One of Instruction on Saturday, February I, 1986. January 22, 1986 to Richard Steele, Worshipful Master of Webb City Lodge No. 512, to host Miami Lodge No. 140 at Miami, Oklahoma, for a fraternal visit on Saturday, February 22, 1986 on the Occasion of the Annual George Washington Birthday Observance, when Miami Lodge will confer the Degree of Entered Apprentice on a duly elected candidate, or on a "stand in" candidate, in the Hall of Webb City Lodge, using OKLAHOMA RITUAL. January 23, 1986 to Armen G. Kayarian, Master of Missouri-Gateway Table Lodge No. I, to hold and convene a Table Lodge of Entered Apprentices and One of Instruction sponsored by Webster Groves Lodge No. 84 at Webster Groves, Missouri on Thursday Evening, January 30, 1986 at the Webster Groves Masonic Temple, 12 East Lockwood Avenue, Webster Groves, Missouri. January 29, 1986 to Lewis H. Roberson, Worshipful Master of Temple Lodge No. 299, to receive the Petition for Affiliation (Re-Affiliation) of Brother James O. Hill, a non-resident of the State of Missouri. January 30, 1986 for Gothic Lodge No. 852 at Belleville, Illinois to receive the Petition for the Degrees of Philip Ferdinand Trittler, Jr., whose place of residence is 12863 Vista Ridge Lane, Saint Louis, Missouri. January 30, 1986 for Olathe Lodge No. 19 at Olathe, Kansas to receive the Petition for the Degrees ofJames Bradley Dorgan, whose place of residence is 10112 East 72nd Street, Raytown, Missouri. January 30, 1986 for Wyandotte Lodge No.3 at Kansas City, Kansas to receive the Petition for the Degrees of Robert J. Witmer, whose place of residence is 1444 East 22nd Avenue, North Kansas City, Missouri. February 4, 1986 to Robert W. Kline, Worshipful Master of Grandview Lodge No. 618, to sponsor a Table Lodge of Entered Apprentices and One of Instruction on Saturday Evening, June 21, 1986 in the Grandview Masonic Temple. February 6, 1986 to Carl H. Terry, Worshipful Master of East Gate Lodge No. 630, for the East Gate Travelers Club to make a fraternal visit to Poinsett Lodge No. 184 at Harrisburg, Arkansas, on July 26, 1986 - the Occasion of the 37th Annual Meeting of five area Lodges under the Jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of Arkansas - when the East Gate Travelers Club will confer the Degree of Master Mason on a proficient Fellow Craft of East Gate Lodge No. 630 in the Hall of Poinsett Lodge, using MISSOURI RITUAL. February 10, 1986 to Larry D. McElfresh, Worshipful Master of Rushville Lodge No. 238, to consider and take action on the request of Active Lodge No. 158 at Atchison, Kansas for Waiver of Jurisdiction over Paul Vernal Kelley, whose place of residence is Rushville, Missouri. February 10, 1986 to Vernon K. Pogue, Worshipful Master of Country Club Lodge No. 656, to receive the Petition for the Degrees of George Manley Nicholson, whose place of residence is 2101 West 48th Terrace, Westwood Hills, Kansas. February 14, 1986 to Kelly K. Bryant, Worshipful Master of Bridgeton Lodge No. 80, to host a fraternal visit of Collinsville Lodge No. 712 at Collinsville, Illinois on February 20, 1986, when Collinsville Lodge will confer the Degree of Master Mason on their own proficient Fellow Craft in the Hall of Bridgeton Lodge, using ILLINOIS RITUAL.

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

129

March 6, 1986 to Charles P. Cassidy, Worshipful Master of Rising Sun Lodge No. 13, to host Overland Park Lodge No. 436 at Overland Park, Kansas for a fraternal visit on May 19, 1986, 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. March 6, 1986 to Charles P. Cassidy, Worshipful Master of Rising Sun Lodge No. 13, to make a fraternal visit to Wyandotte Lodge No.3 at Kansas City, Kansas on May 5, 1986, when Rising Sun Lodge will confer the Degree of Master Mason on their own proficient Fellow Craft in the Hall of Wyandotte Lodge, using MISSOURI RITUAL. March 12, 1986 to Russell D. Leedom, Worshipful Master of Palestine Lodge No. 241, to host Triluminar Lodge No. 767 at Lansing, Illinois for a fraternal visit on May 17, 1986, when Triluminar Lodge will confer the Degree of Master Mason on their own proficient Fellow Craft in the Hall of Palestine Lodge, using ILLINOIS RITUAL. March 24,1986 to Robert G. McAnally, Sr., Worshipful Master of Crestwood Lodge No. 669, to receive the Petition for the Degrees of Bruce Anthony Wyman, whose place of residence is 432 Southard Place, South Roxana, Illinois. April 8, 1986 to William B. Palmer, Sr., Worshipful Master of Fidelity Lodge No. 339, to receive the Petition for the Degrees of Jeffery Lynn Shipman, whose place of residence is 617 Grand, Leavenworth, Kansas. April 16, 1986 to Robert D. Carter, Worshipful Master of Mizpah Lodge No. 639, to make a fraternal visit to Emeth Lodge No. 1030 at Cahokia, Illinois on Tuesday Evening, May 13, 1986, when Mizpah Lodge will confer the Degree of Master Mason on their own proficient Fellow Craft Anthony Montrym in the Hall of Emeth Lodge, using MISSOURI RITUAL. April 23, 1986 to Robert L. Hudson, Worshipful Master of Jefferson Lodge No. 43, to sponsor a Table Lodge of Entered Apprentices and One of Instruction on Thursday Evening, May 15, 1986 in the Jefferson City Masonic Temple, 603 Ellis Boulevard, Jefferson City, Missouri. May 13, 1986 to Victor Chavez, Worshipful Master of Waynesville Lodge No. 375, to receive the Petition for the Degrees of Dean Williams, whose residence of record is Highway 73 South, Marianna, Florida. May 14, 1986 to Armen G. Kayarian, Master of Missouri-Galeway Table Lodge No. 1, to hold and convene a Table Lodge of Entered Apprentices and One of Instruction sponsored by Naphtali Lodge No. 25 and Pride of the West Lodge No. 179 on Thursday Evening, May 29, 1986 at the Saint Louis Masonic Temple, 3681 Lindell Boulevard, Saint Louis, Missouri. May 19, 1986 to Robert W. Kline, Worshipful Master of Grandview Lodge No. 618, to receive the Petition for the Degrees of Mark Alan Kurtz, whose place of residence is 15209 West 152nd Circle, Olathe, Kansas. May 21, 1986 to the Clown Degree Team of Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Temple, Oasis of Springfield, to make a fraternal visit to Mulvane Lodge No. 201 at Mulvane, Kansas on Saturday Evening, July 19, 1986, when the Clown Degree Team will confer the Second Section of the Master Mason Degree on a proficient Kansas Fellow Craft on the Occasion of the Moonlight Lodge at the Keel Pit, using MISSOURI RITUAL. May 27, 1986 to John A. Racheff, Worshipful Master of Cache Lodge No. 416, to consider and take action on the request of Triple Lodge No. 835 at Granite City, Illinois for Waiver of Jurisdiction over James Iris Terry, whose place of residence is 3801 Upton, Saint Louis, Missouri. June 9, 1986 to Elliott W. Harris, Worshipful Master of Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446, to receive the Petition for the Degrees of Wilhelm Frick Leuszler, whose place of residence is 2914 West 92nd Terrace, Leawood, Kansas. June 9, 1986 to Fred S. Medlock, Worshipful Master of Swope Park Lodge No. 617, to receive the Petition for the Degrees of Bart Ernest Eisfelder, whose place of residence is 5630 Fairway, Fairway, Kansas.

130

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

June 9, 1986 to Fred S. Medlock, Worshipful Master of Swope Park Lodge No. 617, to receive the Petition for the Degrees of John Charles Hausman, whose place of residence is 11701 Craig, Overland Park, Kansas. June 11, 1986 to Tommy M. Lewis, Worshipful Master of Clarksville Lodge No. 17, to hold and convene a Table Lodge of Entered Apprentices and One of Instruction in September 1986, before the Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge, at the Clarksville Masonic Temple. June 11, 1986 to Victor Chavez, Worshipful Master of Waynesville Lodge No. 375, to receive the Petition for the Degrees of George Anthony Dilly, whose residence of record is 9006 Terry Road, Louisville, Kentucky. June 13, 1986 to Jack C. Trickey, Jr., Worshipful Master of Saint Mark's Lodge No. 93, to make a fraternal visit to Anna Lodge No. 520 at Anna, Illinois on August 16, 1986, when Saint Mark's Lodge will confer the Degree of Master Mason on their own proficient Fellow Craft in the Hall of Anna Lodge, using MISSOURI RITUAL. June 19, 1986 to Robert W. Kline, Worshipful Master of Grandview Lodge No. 618, to consider and take action on the request of Wyandotte Lodge No.3 at Kansas City, Kansas for Waiver of Jurisdiction over John Charles Tiedemann, whose place of residence is 9907 Belmont, Kansas City, Missouri. June 30, 1986 to Joe Dixon, Worshipful Master of Southwest Lodge No. 466, to host the Grand Officers of the Grand Lodge of Oklahoma for a fraternal visit on the Occasion of the Annual Outdoor Communication to be held on Saturday Evening, August 2, 1986, when the Oklahoma Grand Lodge Officers will confer the Degree of Master Mason on a proficient Oklahoma Fellow Craft, using OKLAHOMA RITUAL. July 9, 1986 to James Wesley Barnett, Worshipful Master of George Washington Lodge No.9, to host two Constituent Lodges of other GrandJurisdictions for a fraternal visit on the Occasion of the Thirty-Sixth Annual Tri-State Reunion to be held in Freedom Masonic Temple at Mehlville, Missouri on Saturday, October 4, 1986. R.W. Deputy Grand Master P. Vincent Kinkead concurred with the granted consent and permission. The two visiting Lodges are: Home Lodge No. 342 at Fort Wayne, Indiana and Grandview Lodge No. 1112 at Peoria, Illinois. July 11, 1986 to Donald L. Warfield, Worshipful Master of Joplin Lodge No. 335, to receive the Petition for the Degrees of Danny Joe Pence, whose place of residence is Route 2, Box 678, Galena, Kansas. July 15, 1986 to Victor Chavez, Worshipful Master of Waynesville Lodge No. 375, to receive the Petition for the Degrees of Lavell Allan Gilman, whose residence of record is III Allen Street, Winter Haven, Florida. DISPENSATIONS

By order of M.W. Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich, Dispensations were written that authorized the transaction of lodge business, as follows: October 4, 1985 to Elmo Giorgi, Worshipful Master of Polar Star Lodge No. 79, for holding a Special Communication of Polar Star Lodge for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday afternoon, October 27, 1985. October 4, 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 cold and inclement weather - beginning November 1985 - in the Hall of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows at 3765 Lindell Boulevard, Saint Louis, Missouri. October 4, 1985 to James Q. Harbison, Worshipful Master of Clayton Lodge No. 601, for holding a Special Communication of Clayton Lodge No. 601 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Afternoon, October 27,1985. October 31, 1985 to Harvey J. Wells, Worshipful Master of Grandview Lodge No.

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

131

618, for holding a Special Communication of Grandview Lodge No. 618 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Afternoon, December 8, 1985. November 8, 1985 to David B. Brown, Worshipful Master of Buckner Lodge No. 501, for holding a Special Communication of Buckner Lodge No. 501 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Afternoon, November 24, 1985. November 27, 1985 to G. Paul White, Worshipful Master of Jefferson 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 Afternoon, December 15, 1985. November 27,1985 to LawrenceJ. Gorman, 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 Afternoon, December 15, 1985. December 3, 1985 to David A. Elrod, Worshipful Master of Lane's Prairie Lodge No. 531, for holding a Special Communication of Lane's Prairie Lodge No. 531 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Afternoon, December 15, 1985. December 8, 1985 to James E. Drake, 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 15, 1985. December 9, 1985 to Clarence F. Day, Worshipful Master of Mount Hope Lodge No. 476, for holding a Special Communication of Mount Hope Lodge No. 476 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Evening, December 15, 1985. December 20, 1985 to Glen Gessley, Worshipful Master of New Bloomfield Lodge No. 60, for holding a Special Communication of New Bloomfield Lodge No. 60 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday, January 12, 1986. December 20, 1985 to Lonnie W. Ponder, Worshipful Master of Sikeston Lodge No. 310, for holding a Special Communication of Sikeston Lodge No. 310 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Afternoon, January 5, 1986. December 20, 1985 to Michael S. Rinehart, Worshipful Master of Kearney Lodge No. 311, for holding the Annual Election of Officers of Kearney Lodge No. 311 at the Stated Communication on the First Thursday of January Oanuary 2, 1986), AFTER written notice is given to all resident members. December 27, 1985 to Gayle Norman Colling, Worshipful Master of Fair Play Lodge No. 44, for holding a Special Communication of Fair Play Lodge No. 44 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Afternoon,January 5, 1986. December 31, 1985 to Keith G. Tomazi, Worshipful Master of Beacon Lodge No. 3, for holding the Stated Communication of Beacon Lodge No.3 on Thursday Evening, April 24, 1986 in the Eastern Star Chapel at the Masonic Home of Missouri. January 17, 1986 to Charles T. Pease, Worshipful Master of Koshkonong Lodge No. 582 for holding Stated and Special Communications of Koshkonong Lodge No. 582 in the Hall of Clifton Lodge No. 463 at Thayer, Missouri, beginning the Second Thursday of the Month of February - February 13, 1986 - and for such period of time as may be necessary for Koshkonong Lodge to make the needed repair on its Lodge Hall. January 19, 1986 to J. E. Gipson, Jr., Worshipful Master of Santa Fe Lodge No. 462, for holding the Annual Election of Officers of Santa Fe Lodge No. 462 at the Stated Communication on the Second Wednesday of the Month of February (February 12,

132

PROCEEDIN(~S

OF THE

1986

1986), AFTER written notice is given to all resident members. January 20, 1986 to Roger L. Painter, Worshipful Master of Bosworth Lodge No. 597, for holding the Annual Election of Officers of Bosworth Lodge No. 597 at the Stated Communication on the Second Thursday of the Month of February 1986 (February 13, 1986), AFTER written notice is given to all resident members. January 21, 1986 to George W. Jensen, Jr., Worshipful Master of Apollo Lodge No. 529, for holding a Stated Communication of Apollo Lodge No. 529 on Wednesday Evening, February 26, 1986 in the Eastern Star Chapel at the Masonic Home of Missouri. January 27, 1986 to August A. McLeery, Worshipful Master of Brentwood Lodge No. 616, for holding a Stated Communication of Brentwood Lodge No. 616 on Thursday Evening, May 8, 1986 in the Eastern Star Chapel at the Masonic Home of Missouri. February 11, 1986 to Richard A. Holmes, Worshipful Master of Bonhomme Lodge No. 45, for holding a Stated Communication of Bonhomme Lodge No. 45 on Tuesday Evening, April 1, 1986 in the Eastern Star Chapel at the Masonic Home of Missouri. February 11, 1986 to George M. Lewis, Worshipful Master of Freedom Lodge No. 636, for the conferral of the Degrees of Masonry on Walter Dale Wolk, whose Petition was approved by the vote of the Lodge, as may be appropriate in consideration of the physical condition 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 will be conferred. February 14, 1986 to Malcolm Decker, Worshipful Master of Laclede Lodge No. 83, for holding a Special Communication of Laclede Lodge No. 83 for the purpose of a Table Lodge of Entered Apprentices and One of Instruction on April 24, 1986 in the Fellowship Hall of the First United Methodist Church at Lebanon, Missouri, which place was dedicated for Masonic Use in 1976. March 10, 1986 to Richard W. Goff, Worshipful Master of Good Hope Lodge No. 218, for the conferral of the Degrees of Masonry on Richard W. Walters, whose Petition was approved by the vote of the Lodge on February 16, 1986, as may be appropriate in consideration of the physical condition 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. April 18, 1986 to Milton B. Carnes, Worshipful Master of Jewel Lodge No. 480, for holding Stated and Special Communications of Jewel Lodge No. 480, beginning with the Stated Communication of the Third Tuesday of the Month of May 1986, in the Hall of Cass Lodge No. 147 at Harrisonville, Missouri for such period of time as may be necessary until Jewel Lodge can occupy its own lawfully dedicated permanent meeting place. May 1, 1986 to Robert A. Groeneman, 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, July 12, 1986 at Meridian Masonic Temple, 4500 Donovan, Saint Louis, Missouri. May 15, 1986 to Ronald M. Hickey, 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 14, 1986 at the outdoor site in the rock quarry on the property owned by Brother Joseph Crowder on U.S. Highway 24, just east of Independence, Missouri, which place was dedicated for Masonic Use in June 1983. June 11, 1986 to Charles R. Mouser, Worshipful Master of Tyro Lodge No. 12, for holding a Special Communication of Tyro Lodge No. 12 for the purpose of the Masonic Occasion of Open Installation of Officers on Sunday Afternoon, .J une 29, 1986.

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

133

June 12, 1986 to Lewis P. Payne, Worshipful Master of Strafford Lodge No. 608, for holding a Special Communication of Strafford Lodge No. 608 on Saturday, June 28, 1986 when the Clowns Degree Team of Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Temple 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 dedicated for Masonic Use in 1972. June 13, 1986 to Charles L. Hagan, Worshipful Master of Rolla Lodge No. 213, for opening a Special Communication of Rolla Lodge No. 213 on Sunday Morning, June 22, 1986, preparatory to attendance at the morning worship service of a local church at Rolla for the purpose of the Observance of Saint John'S Day. June 30, 1986 to Joe Dixon, Worshipful Master of Southwest Lodge No. 466, for holding a Special Communication of Southwest Lodge No. 466 on Saturday Evening, August 2, 1986 in the outdoor site at Spout Springs near Southwest City, Missouri, which place has been previously inspected, approved, and dedicated for Masonic Use. July 15, 1986 to Kenneth R. Humes, 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 of Platte City Lodge No. 504 at Platte City, Missouri on Saturday Evening, August 2, 1986 at the outdoor site on the farm of Bro. L. R. Vaughn, which place was previously dedicated for Masonic Use. July 15, 1986 to Stanton H. Gilliland, Worshipful Master of Blue Springs Lodge No. 337, for the conferral of the Degree of Master Mason on proficient Fellow Craft Edward L. Irwin in such manner as may be appropriate in consideration of the physical condition 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 date when the degree will be conferred. By order of M.W. Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich, the Dispensation was issued for the dedication of a hall for Masonic Use, as follows: January 25, 1986 to Jack G. Padley, Right Worshipful District Deputy Grand Master of Masonic District 23, for conducting on February 1, 1986 the appropriate Grand Lodge Ceremony for the Dedication of the New Hall of Mount Hope Lodge No. 476 at Odessa, Missouri for Masonic Use, where Mount Hope Lodge will hold Stated and Special Communications for such time as may be necessary until all work on the construction and furnishing has been completed, at which time the Formal Ceremony of Dedication of the New Temple will be conducted by the Grand Lodge of Missouri. FIFTY-YEAR BUTTON PRESENTATIONS

The Grand Lodge and the Constituent Lodges of Missouri gave honor and extended recognition to 402 Veteran Brothers with the award of the FIFTYYEAR BUTTON during the Year July 1, 1985-June 30, 1986. M.W. Grand Master Vern H. Schneider and M.W. Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich approved the presentations of the Fifty-Year Button of the Grand Lodge of Missouri to the 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. Many of the recipient Brothers had achieved fifty years of membership years and years ago and had become entitled to the award of the Fifty-Year Button quite some time before the presentation was made. RECIPIENTS OF THE FIFTY-YEAR BUTTON OF THE GRA!'\D LODGE OF MISSOURI

July 1, 1985-June 30, 1986 Acacia Lodge No. 602: Hartley T. Richardson, Frank Howard Gee Adair Lodge No. 366: Harry E. Stroup, Bruce Harmon Hunt, Chester Bagley, Frederick William Thompson

134

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

Advance Lodge No. 590: Edward Floyd Gross Albert Pike Lodge No. 219: Arthur Victor Cass Algabil Lodge No. 544: Walter Leonard Pasek, Wilburn D. Williams Alpha Lodge No. 659: Arthur D. Thomas Alton Lodge No. 255: Claude D. Hilton, R. P. Crigler Ancient Landmark Lodge No. 356: Nelson Voorheis Anderson Lodge No. 621: Pete Nicoletti Apollo Lodge No. 529: William Walter Kintz Arlington Lodge No. 346: Frederick Carl Durtschi, John Wilson Crawford Athens Lodge No. 127: Jackson Y. Dalby (Dalbey) Aurora Theodore Roosevelt Lodge No. 267: Walter Webster Cook, Clinton L. Skinner, Jr. Barbee Lodge No. 217: Ray A. Wilson Barnes Lodge No. 116: Homer Ray Cartwright, A. B. Fugate, Harold Elvin Ross Barnesville Lodge No. 353: Ted L. Joule Beacon Lodge No.3: Harry F. Bryant, E. Randall Lundt, Arthur L. Singer, William J. B. Creighton, jr., Ernest A. Howes Belton Lodge No. 450: Clarence Russell Hodkins Benjamin Franklin Lodge No. 642: John Blanchard Barger, Sol Robert Mitchell, Sam Rotskoff, Emil john Hradsky, jr., Thomas Howard Heape Berkeley Lodge No. 667: Cecil Guy McKibben Bismarck Lodge No. 41: L. Lyle Baker, Harold Winfred Stichnote Bloomfield Lodge No. 153: Alvin M. Corbin Bonhomme Lodge No. 45: Earl George Woerther Branson Lodge No. 587: Arthur G. Voigt, William Elmer Gooch Brentwood Lodge No. 616: Louis F. Howe Brookfield Lodge No. 86: Clarence E. Amen, Marvin L. Cox Cache Lodge No. 416: Raymond Albert Kuhn, George Roland Bergfeld, Charles Frederick Seger, Jr. Calhoun Lodge No. 552: Eugene W. Masters California Lodge No. 183: Norman Ellsworth Crum, Clarence Edgar Peters Cambridge Lodge No. 63: J. L. Wooldridge Camden Point Lodge No. 169: james Carrol Bailey, Clarence Edward Hansroth, James Boyd, Charles W. Chandler Canopy Lodge No. 284: M. Stanley Ginn, Earl Roy Thompson Carthage Lodge No. 197: William Elijah Crowder Caruthersville Lodge No. 461: Byron A. Tinsley, Talmadge A. Haggard, Roy W. Harper Cass Lodge No. 147: Fred Herman Hellwig, Fred C. Mayer Cecile Daylight Lodge No. 305: Chauncey B. Drolsbough Central Crossing Lodge No. 674: Bernard F. Smith Centralia Lodge No. 59: Frank Bruce Edwards Charity Lodge No. 331: Edward M. Hirsch, Manning E. Grimes, Eugene E. Weigel,John B. Frederick Charleston Lodge No. 407: Albert B. Wilkingon Christian Lodge No. 392: Harvey Martin Clayton Lodge No. 601: Earl E. Sampson, Berkeley T. Oglesby, Carl W. Hoch, Herbert W. Ziercher Clifton Lodge No. 463: Golie William Trimble Clifton Heights Lodge No. 520: Frank Richard Taylor, Alfred Sona, Jr., Guy Patterson, Allen H. Rose Clinton Lodge No. 548: George S. Bumpas, Carl B. Sherman Composite Lodge No. 369: Joe Martin Carter, Carl Louis Hoefer Continental Lodge No. 454: Donald W. Saunders Corinthian Lodge No. 265: Warren W. Sellman, George W. Brown, Irl A. Gladfelter, Clarence R. Pearce Country Club Lodge No. 656: Chester John Lucas, jack Francis Abshier, Charles Harold Meredith

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

135

Craft Lodge No. 287: Austin Carl Ellis Cunningham Lodge No. 525: Charles I. Stewart Decatur Lodge No. 400: William Allison Wicks, Orner C. Scott Dexter Lodge No. 532: Hurlus Cox Dockery Lodge No. 325: Virgil W. Slaughter East Gate Lodge No. 630: Fred H. Engleman, Clem Bennett Owings, Virgil Ross Sheffield,

Albert Lee Bugg Edina Lodge No. 291: John Oliver Thoreson, Charles W. Baldwin, Leo B. Kennedy,

Ray Sheridan Mason Elvins Lodge No. 599: Harry Shell, Harvey J. Carlson Eureka Lodge No. 73: Robert D. Cottingham Evergreen Lodge No. 27: Walter Louis Meyer Fairfax Lodge No. 483: Evan Lee Williams Fayette Lodge No. 47: Cecil M. Campbell, James Marion Walker, Douglas M. Bolton,

Paul Crawford Jeans Fellowship Lodge No. 345: Gerald H. Farrar, Nicholas Jackson Krill Ferguson Lodge No. 542: John Edgar Redford, Jr., Bernard Chesley Crain Forsyth Lodge No. 453: James C. Chaney Foster Lodge No. 554: Milton Oliver Lent Gallatin Lodge No. 106: Paul Reed Gardenville Lodge No. 655: Charles Raymond Sudheimer, Collie Raymond Campbell Gate City Lodge No. 522: Leonard R. Connelly, Archie R. Flett, Hubert L. Hays Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422: Frank George Campbell, Leslie A. Rainey, Eber Eugene

Williams, Nelson Earl Jones, John Paul Walters Good Hope Lodge No. 218: William Henry McBratney Grain Valley Lodge No. 644: Noel Francis Wilkinson, William Dennis Richard Granby Lodge No. 514: Floyd H. Cash Grandview Lodge No. 618: Buran Walter Conn, Carl Fred Hoelzel, William L. Crotty Granite Lodge No. 272: Norman David Chasnoff Grant City Lodge No. 66: .lack R. Barker Hale City Lodge No. 216: Robert V. Jamison Hamilton Lodge No. 224: Howard Everett Bretz Hannibal Lodge No. 188: Ernest Walter Orton, James Clifton Hart Harmony Lodge No. 499: David Ellsworth Furnall Harold O. Grauel Lodge No. 672: Cecil O. Blaylock, Harold O. Grauel Hazelwood Lodge No. 459: Willie D. Smith Hebron Lodge No. 354: Arthur Louis Bert, Harry Glenn McIntyre, Robert Turner Seibert Hermon Lodge No. 187: John E. Reed Heroine Lodge No. 104: Albert Greenberg, Max M. Joffee Higbee Lodge No. 527: Lowell M. Hargis Higginsville Lodge No. 364: Eldon H. Morstain Hope Lodge No. 251: Raymond Fred Dohrer, R. Franklin Avery Howard Lodge No.4: Jacob A. Swain Illmo Lodge No. 581: Alva Lester Sebright Independence Lodge No. 76: Benjamin Franklin Byland, Frank Ernest Fowler, Ralph

Hobart Holmstrom, Sr., W. Dexter Harvey,James William Carmichael, Ezra F. Moore Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446: Harold Fly, John Wilbur Sawyer, Louis Rector Hughes, Jr.,

Marshall William Brier, Paul Lewis Brown, Clarence Emmett Gillam, Frederich Hulse Hamarstrom, Thomas A. Yonda, Richard Eldridge McLeod, Ray A. Powell, Richard Mason Rhode Jefferson Lodge No. 43: James E. Settle, John H. Rich, Robert B. St. George, Woodford C. Sheley, William F. Jones Jennings Lodge No. 640: Elmer Werner Baumer, Earl Koder, Robert Eugene Middleton, Gustave Sexauer, Elmer Otto Althage Joachim Lodge No. 164: John Hoyt Henry, Richard J. King, James Allie Johnston .Jonesburg Lodge No. 457: Marvin J. Shelton

136

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

Joplin Lodge No. 335: Jesse Lee Treadway, Walter Elbert Grammer Kansas Cit)' Lodge No. 220: Thomas G. MacLaughlin Kearney Lodge No. 311: Orville J. Dean Keystone Lodge No. 243: Harry E. Worack, Kermit B. Kirchner King Hill Lodge No. 376: Charles H. McCumber, William D. Perkins, Claude L. Lewis, Ernest A. Wallace, William M. Barnes, Everett J. Gross Kirksville Lodge No. 105: Clifford R. Conley, Emil F. Madorin, Cecil Paul Leigh Kirkwood Lodge No. 484: Philo John Rapp Laclede Lodge No. 83: John B. O'Neil Lamar Lodge No. 292: Glenn Bowen Lambskin Lodge No. 460: Allen B. Mabry LaPlata Lodge No. 237: Clyde McCollum, Raymond Hollis Saffell, John Lemuel Elsea Latimer Lodge No. 145: Donald B. Maples Lebanon Lodge No. 77: Ralph Evrad Kehr Lick Creek Lodge No. 302: F. E. (Sam) Berrey, Ernest C. Deckerd, M. Martin Denmark Linn Lodge No. 326: John Fred Rowan, Ohmer Nichols, John M. Wilson, Jr. Linn Creek Lodge No. 152: John D. Stotler, Raymond Hartwell Carroll Lock Springs Lodge No. 488: Edward P. Morgan McFall-Gentryville Lodge No. 125: John M. Patton Maplewood Lodge No. 566: George L. Ellerbeck, Jr. Marceline Lodge No. 481: Romaine H. Dieterich, Frank Neighbors, Vernon E. Briggs, David F. Homewood Marcus Lodge No. 110: William Thomas Weatherford Memphis Lodge No. 16: Henry M. Boucher, Robert Harold Daggs, Gerald A. Nicholson, Frank A. Trunnel, Wesley W. Woodsmall Meramec Lodge No. 313: Earl S. Voight Meridian Lodge No.2: Lawrence F. Hartoebben, W. Walter Taylor, William S. Anheuser Missouri-Commonwealth Lodge No.1: Howard D. Hebebrand Mizpah Lodge No. 639: William McCormac, Arthur H. Kastrup, Jr., Walter John Meyer, Meredith Robert Shaffer Monett Lodge No. 129: Charles Edward Geister, J. S. Pomeroy Montevallo Lodge No. 490: James Harvey Perry Monticello Lodge No. 58: Rex Lyle Speer, James K. Hawkins Mt. Hope Lodge No. 476: Joseph G. Mack Mt. Moriah Lodge No. 40: Delno McKenzie Baker, Howard T. C. Feisel, David P. Hares, Erwin F. H. Engelke Mt. Vernon Lodge No. 99: William Frank Cofer Neosho Lodge No. 247: Walter Hugh Ramsey, Sr., Andy V. Miller New London Lodge No. 307: Glen G. Reed New Madrid Lodge No. 429: Leo Hedgepeth Nodaway Lodge No. 470: Pearl O. Crawford, Myrl D. Long Northeast Lodge No. 643: James O. Wilks, Wordis A. Cassity Orient Lodge No. 546: Richard Ingram Kidd, Herman Neils Smith, Jack B. Powell, Richard Alfred Rowland, George Talbert Trial Oriental Lodge No. 518: George F. Highfill Osage Lodge No. 303: Talbot Wight Overland Lodge No. 623: Milan William Dennert Owensville Lodge No. 624: John W. Kreutzer Paris Union Lodge No. 19: Richard F. Sullins Pattonsburg Lodge No. 65: Harvey Nalle Paulville Lodge No. 319: Leo Otis Rainier Perryville Lodge No. 670: Roy R. Skaggs Phoenix Lodge No. 136: Halliday Jones Plato Lodge No. 469: George Van Patten Polar Star Lodge No. 79: J. Edward Mcilvaine

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

137

Pomegranate Lodge No. 95: Thomas H. Kiske, William R.J. Schliebe,jr., Albert Rudolph Hoffmann Potosi Lodge No. 131: Edgar S. Wallace Pride of the West Lodge No. 179: Alfred C. Nelsen Progress Lodge No. 657: Harold George Lienhop, Wilfred Robert Neibert, Louis Emil Kranz Purity Lodge No. 658: Arthur E. Barker, Frank W. Smith, Jr. Pyramid Lodge No. 180: Frank Morris Trotter, Fred Albert Teply Pythagoras Lodge No. 383: Clyde Stubblefield Queen City Lodge No. 380: Clifford L. Crabtree Raytown Lodge No. 391: Alva E. Jordan, Lon M. Sutherland, William Clarence Evans Republic Lodge No. 570: Ira Elmer Sphar Richland Lodge No. 385: Henry Clem Jeter, Vernie M. Zumalt, Gordon W. Warnen Richmond Lodge No. 57: Cecil Calvin Austin Robert Burns Lodge No. 496: Victor Eugene Luna, James Barnes Gibson, Sr. Rockbridge Lodge No. 435: Henry Oscar Nance Rockhill Lodge No. 663: Dave Martasin, Norman Glazer Rolla Lodge No. 213: Robert H. Nau, Lee Diehl Montgomery, Fred Wilson Sherrill Rose Hill Lodge No. 550: Fred Winklehake Rural Lodge No. 316: Robert B. Reed Rushville Lodge No. 238: Edward S. Hiner, Oliver Lawson Duty Russellville Lodge No. 90: Morris Henry Eberhart St. Francois Lodge No. 234: Andrew J. Lemmon St. James Lodge No. 230: William Cecil Trotwein St. John's Lodge No. 28: Audie G. Barnett St. Joseph Lodge No. 78: LeRoy Nixon St. Louis Lodge No. 20: Nathan Schear, Meyer Kahn Weil Salem Lodge No. 225: Albert Ralph Mallett, Thomas E. Fore Saline Lodge No. 226: Orville J. Abernathy Sampson Lodge No. 298: Roscoe P. White Seaman Lodge No. 126: L. L. Ingraham, John C. Dutton Sedalia Lodge No. 236: Fred Oliver Milburn, Allie Jerry Harlan Senath Lodge No. 513: james R. Sherrod Sheffield Lodge No. 625: Vaughn Okle Pickett, Lester Frank Elliott Shelbina Lodge No. 228: Marvin P. Douglass, Roy Guymon Hatcher Sikeston Lodge No. 310: Eugene V. Kindred, Julius Sires Woods Skidmore Lodge No. 511: james Walter Davis Solomon Lodge No. 271: Edwin G. Baker South Gate Lodge No. 547: John G. Stauffer, Louis Niman, Louis W. Koetting, Daniel L. Brenner, Don H. Ellis Sparta Lodge No. 296: Otis V. Teague Star of the West Lodge No. 133: Joseph Theodore Jones, Henry Wilbur Faris Stockton Lodge No. 283: Donald A. Fitzroy Strafford Lodge No. 608: Arthur Loyd Ricketts, Felix Sidney Comstock Sturgeon Lodge No. 174: William Garrison Lawrence Sullivan Lodge No. 69: James E. Mcintosh, Mortimer C. Dunsford, Jack D. Mcintosh Summersville Lodge No. 555: J. L. Beasley Swope Park Lodge No. 617: George Edward Lester, Wayne O. Hooker Temple Lodge No. 299: Morris S. Fogel, Otis E. Wells, Lawrence W. Brumm Trenton Lodge No. 111: Walter W. Liebhart Triangle Lodge No. 638: Wilder L. Carden Troy Lodge No. 34: George Vernette Taylor Tuscan Lodge No. 360: Layton W. Siethbothem, Edward C. Dueing, Henry H. Vortmeier, Conway B. Briscoe

138

1986

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Unionville Lodge No. 210: John Newton Comstock, Francis James O'Reilly, Clyde P. King United Lodge No.5: James Robert Watt Urbana Lodge No. 421: Oscar J. Reser, Marion T. Clymore Vandalia Lodge No. 491: Raymond W. Asbury Wakanda Lodge No. 52: Artie Ray Warren, Benjamin H. Redford Walker Lodge No. 605: Max Raymond Piotrowski Wallace Lodge No. 456: Harry C. Simmons Warrenton Lodge No. 609: Arlie W. Temple Washington Lodge No. 87: Jerlie Jerome Baldwin Waverly Lodge No. 61: Maurice W. Fell Waynesville Lodge No. 375: Kenneth E. Mitchell Webster Groves Lodge No. 84: David Elmer Nom, Holger Frederickson, Morton M. McGraw Wellington Lodge No. 22: Benjamin Niday Wellston Lodge No. 613: Irvin C. Faerber, J. Herbert Evans, Robert Elmer Stege, Sr. West Gate Lodge No. 445: Harry Lee Hofmeister Weston Lodge No. 53: R. Gorman Allen Whitesville Lodge No. 162: Donald Gay Whitewater Lodge No. 417: Russell B. Nothdurft, Arthur F. Williams Willard Lodge No. 620: Jack R. Beal York Lodge No. 563: John Atkisson Dick Zeredatha Lodge No. 189: Frederick A. Dunn, Jr., John Harold Bowman 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 authorized instructors (Subdivision III). 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, 1985-June 30, 1986. 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 263 certificates and cards for Subdivision I, 197 cards for Subdivision II, and 113 cards for Subdivision III. JULY 1, 1985-JUNE 30,1986 SUBDIVISION I

Originals 63 First Renewals (A) 36 Second Renewals (B) " 33 Third Renewals (C) 26 Fourth Renewals (D) 22 Fifth Renewals (E) Gold. . . . . . . . . .. 15 Sixth Renewals (F) Gold 16 Seventh Renewals (G) Gold 14

SUBDIVISION I

(cont.)

Eighth Renewals (H) Gold Ninth Renewals (I) Gold Tenth Renewals Gold Eleventh Renewals (K) Gold Twelfth Renewals (L) Gold Thirteenth Renewals (M) Gold Fourteenth Renewals (N) Gold Duplicates

. . . . . . . .

8 6 6 3

4 2 2

1986

139

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI SUBDIVISION II -

PART

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

SCBDIVISION II -

PART

SUBDIVISION II -

10 12 14 9 3 3 5 3 1 1 1 2

Originals 14 First Renewals (A) 12 Second Renewals (B) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Third Renewals (C) 5 Fourth Renewals (D) ........... 5 4 Fifth Renewals (E) Gold Sixth Renewals (F) Gold . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Seventh Renewals (G) Gold. . . . . . . . 2

PART

2 (cont.)

Eighth Renewals (H) Gold......... Ninth Renewals (I) Gold Tenth Renewals Gold Eleventh Renewals (K) Gold

SUBDIVISION II -

1 2 2 1

PART 3

Originals 11 First Renewals (A) 15 Second Renewals (B) . . . . 18 Third Renewals (C) 6 Fourth Renewals (D) 4 3 Fifth Renewals (E) Gold Sixth Renewals (F) Gold . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Seventh Renewals (G) Gold. . . . . . . . 3 Ninth Renewals (I) Gold 3 Tenth Renewals Gold....... . . . 2 Eleventh Renewals (K) Gold 1

SUBDIVISION III

Originals 32 20 First Renewals (A) Second Renewals (B) . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 61

AREA MEETINGS: FALL-WINTER

1985-1986

M.W. Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich conducted 16 AREA MEETINGS of Lodge Officers and Masonic Home Information Representatives during the months of November and December. M.W. Brother Scheurich dedicated the AREA MEETINGS to the memory of Most Worshipful Brother Thomas J. Davis, Jr., who as the Grand Master of Masons in Missouri in 1971-1972 instituted the project - one of the most successful programs of the Grand Lodge of Missouri. Informational notices (Announcement-Invitation) 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 the Emeritus Grand Officer, to District Deputy Grand Masters, to District Deputy Grand Lecturers, to Chairmen and Members of the Grand Lodge Committees. The Grand Lodge sincerely appreciates every kind attention extended by the Officers and Members of 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" - that very essential part of every Masonic happening. AREA 1 - ROLLA - MONDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER 4, 1985 Lodge Officers Present Masonic Home Information Representatives Present

* WITHOUT

DUPLICATION.

50 6*

140

1986

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

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

2 _2_ 60(62%) _9_ 69

AREA 2 - SAINT LOUIS - TUESDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER 5, 1985 Lodge Officers Present 199 Masonic Home Information Representatives Present 37* District Deputy Grand Masters Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 _3_ District Deputy Grand Lecturers Present TOTAL AREA ATTENDANCE........................... 245(73%) Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -.Jl TOTAL ATTENDANCE ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 AREA 3 - MEXICO - WEDNESDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER 6, 1985 Lodge Officers Present 102 Masonic Home Information Representatives Present 14* District Deputy Grand Masters Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 District Deputy Grand Lecturers Present 5 TOTAL AREA ATTENDANCE........................... 126(72%) Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -.lJL TOTAL ATTENDANCE.................................. 136 AREA 4 - JEFFERSON CITY - THURSDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER 7,1985 Lodge Officers Present 68 Masonic Home Information Representatives Present 11 * District Deputy Grand Masters Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 District Deputy Grand Lecturers Present ~ TOTAL AREA ATTENDANCE 88(66.2%) Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . --lQ. TOTAL ATTENDANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 AREA 5 - KIRKSVILLE - WEDNESDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER 13,1985 Lodge Officers Present 61 Masonic Home Information Representatives Present 9* District Deputy Grand Masters Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 District Deputy Grand Lecturers Present _3_ TOTAL AREA ATTENDANCE........................... 77(46.8%) Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -.lJL TOTAL ATTENDANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 AREA 6 - SAINT JOSEPH - FRIDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER 15, 1985 Lodge Officers Present 124 Masonic Home Information Representatives Present 20* District Deputy Grand Masters Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 District Deputy Grand Lecturers Present ~ TOTAL AREA ATTENDANCE........................... 155(62.4%) Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _8_ TOTAL ATTENDANCE.................................. 163 AREA 7 - TRENTON - SATURDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER 16, 1985 Lodge Officers Present 63 Masonic Home Information Representatives Present 7*

* WITHOUT

DUPLICATION.

1986

141

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

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

5 5 80(56%) 7 87

AREA 8 - CARROLLTON - TUESDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER 19,1985 Lodge Officers Present 67 Masonic Home Information Representatives Present 15* District Deputy Grand Masters Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 District Deputy Grand Lecturers Present _5_ TOTAL AREA ATTENDANCE........................... 91(66.2%) Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _7_ TOTAL ATTENDANCE .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 AREA 9 - CLINTON - WEDNESDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER 20, 1985 Lodge Officers Present 92 Masonic Home Information Representatives Present 15* District Deputy Grand Masters Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 District Deputy Grand Lecturers Present --! TOTAL AREA ATTENDANCE 115(71.43%) Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ---.2. TOTAL ATTENDANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 AREA 10 - FLAT RIVER - THURSDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER 21,1985 Lodge Officers Present 62 Masonic Home Information Representatives Present 9* District Deputy Grand Masters Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 District Deputy Grand Lecturers Present _2_ TOTAL AREA ATTENDANCE........................... 75(65%) Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -!Q. TOTAL ATTENDANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 AREA 11 - PIEDMONT - FRIDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER 22, 1985 Lodge Officers Present 16 Masonic Home Information Representatives Present 4* 2 District Deputy Grand Masters Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . District Deputy Grand Lecturers Present _2_ TOTAL AREA ATTENDANCE........................... 24(49%) Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _8_ TOTAL ATTENDANCE ......................... 32 AREA 12 - SIKESTON - SATURDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER 23,1985 Lodge Officers Present 68 Masonic Home Information Representatives Present 12* 4 District Deputy Grand Masters Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . District Deputy Grand Lecturers Present --! TOTAL AREA ATTENDANCE 88(45.8%) Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .-1l. TOTAL ATTENDANCE.................................. 101 AREA 13 - CARTHAGE - FRIDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER 29, 1985 Lodge Officers Present 95 Masonic Home Information Representatives Present 15*

* WITHOUT

DUPLICATION.

142

1986

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

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

. . . . .

5 119(60%) 12 131

AREA 14 - SPRINGFIELD - FRIDAY DECEMBER 6,1985 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

93 12* 3 _3_ 111(70%) 13 124

AREA 15 - INDEPENDENCE - FRIDAY EVENING, DECEMBER 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..................................

13,1985 129 25* 7 _5_ 166(79.2%) _1_1 177

AREA 16 - WEST PLAINS - SATURDAY EVENING, DECEMBER 14,1985 Lodge Officers Present 55 Masonic Home Information Representatives Present 6* District Deputy Grand Masters Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 District Deputy Grand Lecturers Present _2_ TOTAL AREA ATTENDANCE........................... 66(57%) Grand Lodge Officers and Others Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ~ TOTAL ATTENDANCE.................................. 72 CONFERENCE OF GRAND SECRETARIES IN NORTH AMERICA

The Fifty-Eighth Conference of Grand Secretaries was held at Arlington, Virginia, on February 16-19, 1986, in conjunction with the Conference of Grand Masters of Masons in North America and the Annual Meetings of the Masonic Service Association of the United States and the George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association. The agenda of the Conference of Grand Secretaries included the following subjects, supplemented by discussion: The Tragedy of Suspensions and Demits - And a Working Plan to Reduce Them Masonry in Germany - A Unique Structure With Unique Challenges Problems Confronting the Masonic and Eastern Star Homes in the District of Columbia Civil Rights Issue as Confronted by the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania Masonry In Action - a Team Concept Program Preservation of Grand Lodge Records Open Forum and General Discussion on Current Issues

M.W. Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich, R.W. Deputy Grand Master P. Vincent Kinkead, and R.W. Senior Grand Warden William H. Wisbrock

* WITHOUT DUPLICATION.

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

143

were my guests at the Annual Grand Secretaries' Dinner. The speaker was Illustrious Brother Francis G. Paul, 33째, Sovereign Grand Commander of Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry for the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction of the United States of America. GRAND LODGE MONEY

GENERAL FUND -

BOATMEN'S FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF KANSAS CITY: Approved Depository

DEPOSITS: The payments of Constituent Lodges of the "AMOUNT DUE GRAND LODGE" per the Annual Returns Interest income on investments Receipts from sales of the publications of the Committee on Masonic Education by transfer from the 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 on 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 the Reimbursement for authorized disbursements The payment of other expenditures on budget and by special authorization. DISASTER AND RELIEF FUND -

BOATMEN'S FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF KANSAS CITY: Approved Depository

DEPOSITS: The contributions received from Lodges for the Grand Lodge Disaster-Relief Charity Program WITHDRAWALS: Donations to Charity, on direction of the Grand Lodge Committee on Charity IMPREST ACCOUNT -

THE EXCHANGE NATIONAL BANK OF JEFFERSON CITY: Approved Depository

DEPOSITS: Reimbursements by transfer of funds from the General Fund for the authorized disbursements previously made WITHDRAWALS: The payments of the costs relative to the operation of the Grand Lodge as allocated by the approved budget REVOLVING ACCOUNT -

THE EXCHANGE NATIONAL BANK OF JEFFERSON CITY: Approved Depository

DEPOSITS: Receipts from the sale of books, publications, forms, supplies of the Grand Lodge; the annual dues receipt cards; District Deputy Grand Master and District Deputy Grand Lecturer Aprons; Past District 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 Lodges and to individuals through the Grand Lodge Office, and on such transactions as have been and are authorized and approved.

144

1986

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

THE FREEMASON ACCOUNT -

THE EXCHANGE NATIONAL BANK OF JEFFERSON CITY: Approved Depository

DEPOSITS: The remittances on the subscriptions of interested persons at the rate of $2.00 per year. WITHDRAWALS: The 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 -

THE EXCHANGE NATIONAL BANK OF JEFFERSON CITY: Approved Depository

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: The 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. DISTRIBUTIOl\' OF "1985 CUMULATIVE Al\'l\'UAL POCKET PART" The "1985 CUMULATIVE ANNUAL POCKET PART," prepared by the Grand Lodge Committee on By-Laws, was distributed by mail 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, as prescribed, to Officials of the Grand Lodge: Grand Lodge Officers, Past Grand Masters, Emeritus Grand Treasurer, District Deputy Grand Masters, District Deputy Grand Lecturers, Chairmen and Members of Grand Lodge Committees. 3. One (1) copy to each Lodge Education Officer, not represented in any of the above listed groups nor as a Brother who possesses his own personal "BLACK BOOK" of the 1977 edition of the CONSTITUTION AND BY-LAWS -1958. 4. One (1) copy for each Grand Lodge of the United States, and one (1) copy for each Appendant and Adoptive Body of The Masonic Family of Missouri. 5. One (1) copy for each Brother who possesses his own personal book of the 1977 edition of the CONSTITUTION AND BY-LAWS -1958, addressed and mailed per the information entered on his "POCKET PART CARD." DISTRIBUTIONS DURING THE GRAND LODGE YEAR

1985-1986

1. Mileage and Per Diem Checks for attendance at the 164th 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 Charles E. Scheurich: (A) "A PENNY A DAY FOR THE MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI"; (B) "GRAND LODGE DISASTER-RELIEF FUND"; with a supply of SILVER "AT LEAST A PENNY A DAY - DISASTER-RELIEF FUND" SEALS to be affixed to the 1986 Dues Receipt Cards of each Brother who makes the contribution of both "AT LEAST $3.65 FOR THE MASONIC HOME" and "$1.00 FOR THE GRAND LODGE DISASTER-RELIEF FUND" and with a supply of GOLD "A PENNY A DAY FOR THE MASONIC HOME" to be affixed to the 1986 Dues Receipt Card of each Brother who makes only the contributioin of "AT LEAST $3.65 FOR THE MASONIC HOME."

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

145

3. Packets to all lodges and to all on the official mailing list. CONTENTS: Propositions ADOPTED at 164th Annual Communication; Propositions REJECTED at 164th Annual Communication; Proposed Amendment of the Constitution and proposed amendments of By-Laws presented at 164th Annual Communication to lie over for action at the 165th Annual Communication at Springfield, September 1986; Grand Lodge Achievement Award: STANDARDS AND APPLICATION; Charity Projects for the Grand Lodge Year 1985-1986; Masonic Education Committee Programs: Slide and Film Programs; Masonic Home of Missouri; THE FREEMASON Magazine; Order form - "LIST OF LODGES MASONIC 1986"; New Brochure: "SUPPORT OF OUR MASONIC YOUTH": Rosters of Names. Addresses, Telephone Numbers: Grand Lodge Officers, Past Grand Masters and Emeritus Grand Officer, District Deputy Grand Masters, District Deputy Grand Lecturers, Chairmen and Members of Grand Lodge Committees, and Missouri Lodge of Research. 4. Written notice to the Worshipful Master and the Secretary of each Lodge that lacked representation at the 164th Annual Communication (September 1985), as set forth on Section 7.230(b) on November 15, 1985. Copies to Senior Warden, Junior Warden, District Deputy Grand Master, District Deputy Grand Lecturer. 5. Notification of the Lodges of the 16th Masonic District of the appointment of R. W. Brother Tommy M. Lewis as the District Deputy Grand Lecturer. 6. Notification of the Lodges of the 1st Masonic District of the appointment of Brother Donald J. Kerner as the District Deputy Grand Master for the unexpired term 1985-1986. 7. Notification of the Lodges of the 50th Masonic District of the appointment of R. W. Brother Claude F. Stephens as the District Deputy Grand Lecturer for the unexpired term 1985-1986. 8. ANNOUNCEMENT-INVITATION for AREA MEETINGS: FALL-WINTER 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. 9. In re proposed Amendment of Constitution of the Grand Lodge - Section 2 of ARTICLE III - correspondence of instructions on the proceedings to be had by Constituent Lodges in accordance with ARTICLE V, Section 2 was written to the Worshipful Masters, with copies to Lodge Secretaries and to all on the official mailing roster. The mailing, which went out on January 15, 1986, contained the blue sheet for the "ACCOUNT OF ALL PROCEEDINGS HAD ON THE PROPOSITION TO AMEND SECTION 2 OF ARTICLE III OF THE CONSTITUTION OF THE GRAND LODGE, A.F. AND A.M. OF MISSOURI." 10. The Masonic Service Association "SHORT TALK BULLETIN" to the Lodge Education Officers of all Lodges for each month: October-July. 11. 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 "1986 REPORT CARD" and self-addressed envelope included. 12. First ANNOUNCEMENT-INVITATION for the 165th Annual Communication to be held at Springfield on September 29 and 30, 1986, with the hotel ratereservation card, to all Lodges and to all on the official mailing list. 13. Computer Print-Outs of NAMES-ADDRESSES of Master Masons, with cover letter and instructions for up-date and correction, to all Lodges addressed in care of Lodge Secretaries. Worshipful Masters received cover letter and instructions. 14. Duplicate Blanks for the 1986 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 Grand Lecturers received appropriate cover correspondence and sheets of instructions.

146

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

15. ANNOUNCEMENT-INVITATION for Grand Lodge Ceremony of Laying the Cornerstone of the EASTERN STAR CHAPEL-ACTIVITY ROOM and the Grand Lodge Ceremony of Dedication of the Masonic Home - Western Unit on Sunday Afternoon,July 27,1986 to all Lodges and to all on the official mailing list, including Organizations of The Masonic Family of Missouri. MISCELLANIES

1. The form "REPORT OF 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 1985 Annual Return. "Machine" copies of the Installation Reports were sent to the Grand Master, the Deputy Grand Master, the Senior Grand Warden, the Grand Lecturer, and the respective District Deputy Grand Masters and 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 given 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 the 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 15, 1986. The 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 and the Assistant Administrator of the Western Unit of the Home received the information of NAMES-ADDRESSES of each newly-installed Lodge Secretary and of information of the ADDRESS CHANGES for Lodge Secretaries. 5. The Co-Ordinator of Fraternal Relations of the Masonic Home received the names of Brothers appointed by Worshipful Masters as Masonic Home Information Representatives, with respective mailing addresses. 6. The Chairman of the Committee on Masonic Education received the NAMES and ADDRESSES of Brothers appointed by Worshipful Masters as Lodge Education Officers. 7. The names of Brother Master Masons reported in the 1985 ANNUAL RETURNS of Missouri Lodges as officially SUSPENDED or EXPELLED were forwarded to the Appendant and Adoptive Organizations of The Masonic Family of Missouri. 8. The Grand Secretary attended and participated in the two Deputy Conferences held in October 1985 at the Masonic Home in Saint Louis and at the Sports Complex Holiday Inn at Kansas City, the 16 AREA MEETINGS: FALL-WINTER 1985, the Specific Communications of the Grand Lodge for the Ceremonies of Laying the Cornerstone and of Dedication of New Halls for Masonic Use, The Missouri Masonic Round Table (January and June at Columbia), the Conferral of the Master Mason Degree by Grand Lodge Officers at Cape Girardeau in May. 9. The Grand Secretary and Mrs. Arnold attended the Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Oklahoma in April. 10. The Assistant to the Grand Secretary composed the wording of the PROCLAMATION of The Honorable Governor John Ashcroft of the State of Missouri which was officially signed at the Open House held on Wednesday Morning, September 3, 1986. STATISTICS: JUNE

30, 1985

ADDITIONS: AFFILIATED BY TRANSFER OF MEMBERSHIP..................... AFFILIATED AS MULTIPLE MEMBERS

808 97

1986

147

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

INITIATED AS ENTERED APPRENTICES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1,452 PASSED TO DEGREE OF FELLOW CRAFT 1,073 RAISED TO DEGREE OF MASTER MASON . REINSTATED AFTER SUSPENSION FOR NONPAYMENT OF DUES REINSTATED AFTER SUSPENSION FOR FAILURE TO SHOW PROFICIENCY IN THE MASTER MASON DEGREE . RESTORED AFTER SUSPENSION OR EXPULSION FOR UNMASONIC CONDUCT . TOTAL ADDITIONS

1,047 946 16

째

2,914

DEDUCTIONS: SUSPENDED FOR NONPAYMENT OF DUES SUSPENDED FOR FAILURE TO SHOW PROFICIENCY IN THE MASTER MASON DEGREE DIMITTED WITHOUT PRIVILEGES DIMITTED TO COMPLETE TRANSFER OF MEMBERSHIP 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 OR FELLOW CRAFTS TOTAL DEDUCTIONS

1,874

. . .

54 45 413

. 5 . 6 . 2,571 . . 5

째

42 4,973

NET MEMBERSHIP: JUNE 30, 1985 ... 82,994

Fraternally submitted, FRANK A. ARNOLD, Grand Secretary. SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT OF GRAND SECRETARY FRANK AMES ARNOLD A CAUSE CELEBRE

"The Grand Secretary causes the PROCEEDINGS of the Grand Lodge to be printed...." [Section 2.040(h)] Bringing about the infinitive phrase of that Grand Lodge Law - to be printed - has never been a questionable matter. The OVID BELL PRESS, INC. at Fulton has been ready at all times to perform the processes connected with the production of the PROCEEDINGS. However, the company could not do any typesetting, presswork, or distribution until there was copy of the contents of the respective volumes. For the Official Proceedings of Annual Communications (One Hundred Forty-Ninth - One Hundred Sixty-Fourth, inclusive) the Grand Secretary composed the wording for the body of the books. Members of the Grand Lodge Office Staff typed much (far from all) of the copy written by the Grand Secretary and assisted with the preparation of matters of Masonic information and interest: The roster of Officials of the Grand Lodge, the List of Lodges (alphabetical and numerical), the Grand Secretary's Tabular Statement, the Lodge Directory by Districts, etc. The Chairman of the Grand Lodge Com-

148

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

mittee on Correspondence - M.W. Brother Bruce H. Hunt - provided "A MASONIC REVIEW." During most of the sixteen years in the Office of Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of Missouri, Frank Ames Arnold brought upon himself criticism and disapproval and discredit by failure to cause the PROCEEDINGS to be printed timely. That official duty and responsibility was a very heavy weight on his mind, spirit, senses, and body throughout the entire span of his life: JULY 1, 1970 - SEPTEMBER 30, 1986. Just know that it is the absolute right and privilege of the Grand Lodge of Missouri to give the grade of "F" in the subject of "causes the PROCEEDll':GS to be printed" as the final mark on the report card of Grand Secretary Frank A. Arnold. REFLECTIONS On a bitterly cold night in January 1949, I was presented a working tool of an Entered Apprentice and received the information that it could be a gauge for the division of the times of life into three equal parts. What I have done during sixty-five years do cover the three periods of Youth, Manhood, Age; however, the terms are not quite equal as to the numbers of days and months and years. By a survey of my life, I find that about one-third was childhood and youth - the time of obtaining useful education; about twofifths was spent in the profession of my choice - the time of providing education to children and youth; about one-fourth was devoted to the service of a Select Fraternity - the time of laboring for the Masonic Grand Lodge of Missouri. I am now directing my attention, particularly to the most recent one-fourth of my life from July 1, 1970 up to and including today, the years when I was privileged to be the Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of Missouri. FIRST, I reflect on the obligation taken and the charge given at the Installation as a Grand Lodge Officer. I always had in mind the promise to support and maintain the Constitution, Laws, and Edicts of the Grand Lodge. I strove, I think diligently, to be the official organ of the Grand Lodge, to receive all moneys of the Grand Lodge, and to disburse funds according to the budget adopted annually by the vote of the Grand Lodge. SECOND, I recall with many pleasures the administrations of seventeen Grand Masters, with the special and personal facets of each respective Grand Lodge Year. A Grand Master is a man with individuality of characteristics, motives, nature, temperament. It was my objective to provide as much individual attention to all the Leaders of Masonry in Missouri as light and knowledge of their desires, plans, projects, visions would permit. Some of the lasting innovations of Grand Masters instituted in the past sixteen years are: The distribution of The Freemason Magazine to all Master Masons affiliated with Lodges under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of Missouri; the Area Meetings of Lodge Officers and recently the Masonic Home Information Representatives; the Program on the Member-Lodge level conducted by the Grand Lodge Committee on Masonic Education and the Lodge Education Officers of Constituent Missouri Lodges; the funds contributed by Brothers of "At Least a Penny a Day" for the Benefit of the Masonic Home of Missouri and the establishment of a Grand Lodge Disaster-Relief Charity for the benefit of victims suffering pain and hardship from destructive nature and similar

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

149

emergencies; the Grand Lodge Achievement Award, with the recognition of Lodges that accomplished the Standards for ten years; THE TRUMAN MEDAL; the support of the Masonic Home - Western Unit with the goal of voluntary donations of $50.00 per the membership of Lodges; informative brochures and pamphlets on the Charities of the organizations of The Masonic Family, on the Masonic Home for newly initiated Entered Apprentices, on the three Recognized Youth Organizations. THIRD, I remember fondly so many many associations with Lodges and their Officers and Members in the role of the medium of intercourse between the Fraternity and the Grand Master or the Grand Lodge. Necessary reference to some 9,250 Annual Returns show markings of my pen and in my script. With the time of end of living in the Grand Lodge Office approaching, I made examination of the condition of the Correspondence Files of Lodges. One consequence of the past sixteen years was the necessity to purchase additional file cabinets to accommodate copies of correspondence, the contents of which pertained to every matter of Lodge Business. Having had a background of the requirement to extend "Individual Attention," I wrote all letters individually and personally. There developed a great number of friendships with Brothers whose pictures will remain in the eye of my mind until time can be no more. FOURTH, it is incumbent that I note the ladies who have been the Grand Lodge Office Staff: At Saint Louis - Marie Enzeroth, Norma Guibor, Mabel Stocker, Lee Schild, Della Schaper, Eugenia Opperman, Dorothy White, Kay Williams; at Jefferson City - Marianna Niblack, Helen Yows, Connie Smith Hegerfeld, Dorothy Booth, Carolyn Phillips, Nancy Scott, Darlene Smith, Gladys A. Price; at Columbia - Darlene Smith, Gladys A. Price, Susan M. Herring, Lori J. Harris, Kathleen Raub. The Grand Lodge Office cannot be an island entire in the Grand Secretary. The spirit of co-operation, conscientious and diligent attention to duty, close personal associations as friends, the atmosphere of helpfulness and understanding toward Officers and Members of the Grand Lodge and the Constituent Lodges - all these and more have accounted for the successful accomplishment of the operation of the Grand Lodge Office. FIFTH, a reflection mirrors the inevitability of change, the universal law of nature. What was to come has now come with the selection and the installation of Terry C. Alexander as the Right Worshipful Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri. My wish for Right Worshipful Brother Alexander is that, like those of us who have gone this way before him, he will want to say, "What has been was good." SIXTH, my reflection contains anticipation of what is to come - the opportunity to be a part of the officialdom of the Grand Lodge as one of the Advancing Line. As Grand Master, Most Worshipful Brother Charles E. Scheurich made an appointment, which may mean that in a future year the place of Grand Master of Masons in Missouri. I acknowledge with greatest appreciation the honor bestowed by M.W. Brother Scheurich when he made the announcement of the name of the brother chosen to serve as the Senior Grand Marshal for the Grand Lodge Year 1985-1986, with the prospect of progressing through the several offices of the Grand Lodge in the years to come. It will be Charles E. Scheurich who is clearly visible in all the future

150

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

reflections on my life as a Master Mason holding affiliation with Masonry in Missouri in the years ahead. Finally, while there is still enough light to permit reflection, the Arnolds - Ruth C. and Frank A. - show they have been "wondrous fond of place" with gifts to the Grand Lodge and the Grand Lodge Office Building: Conference table, quartz wall clock, framed panoramic and Grand Officer group pictures, Zenith radio, Amana Radarrange, Nore1co coffee maker, etc. As the illumination in the Grand Lodge Office grows dimmer and dimmer and the reflection fades for me, just know - one and all - that I have been wondrously fond of my place as Grand Secretary, and will be eternally grateful to the Grand Lodge of Missouri for the opportunity to serve in that office by the confidence expressed by the Officers and Members. Frater!1ally submitted, FRANK AMES ARNOLD. KW. Brother Frank Ames Arnold moved that the printed portion of the Report of the Grand Secretary contained in the booklet "Reports of Officers and Committees" be received and that the Supplementary Report be an addition as a part of the official records of our Grand Lodge Communication. Motion was seconded and approved by the vote of the Grand Lodge. REMARKS OF GRAND MASTER CHARLES E. SCHEURICH PERTAINING TO DONATIONS TO GRAND LODGE BY R.W. AND MRS. FRANK AMES ARNOLD

M.W. GRAND MASTER SCHEURICH: I do not think that it would be worthy of this man for only this Grand Master to write him a letter that this Grand Lodge did receive and accept these donations. Brethren, I have a letter here written by KW. Brother Arnold which lists the things donated to the Grand Lodge Office Building. I move that you as members of this Grand Lodge accept these donations and that the correspondence and this action be printed in the PROCEEDINGS to acknowledge the hard work and long hours that this fine gentleman has given our Grand Lodge. 733 Main Street Boonville, Missouri 65233 July 28, 1986 Mr. Charles E. Scheurich Most Worshipful Grand Master Grand Lodge, A.F. and A.M. of Missouri 124 Meadow Lane Columbia, Missouri 65203 Dear Most Worshipful Brother Scheurich: From time to time in the course of sixteen years, the Arnolds - Miss Chaney and Frank Ames - have been pleased to personally provide THIS and THAT for the successful operation of the Grand Lodge Office, for the comfort and convenience of the Members of the Grand Lodge Office Staff, and for the enjoyment and pleasure of those who came to the Grand Lodge Office for meetings and conferences and for visits. With the "ENDING," we hereby make our contribution to the Grand Lodge of Missouri toward the continuing successful operation of the Grand Lodge Office: CONFERENCE TABLE HOWARD MILLER QUARTZ WALL CLOCK

1986

151

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

CUSTOM-MADE EXTENSION CORDS TO PROVIDE ELECTRICAL CURRENT FROM WALL OUTLETS TO THE TYPEWRITER AND TRANSCRIBING MACHINE AT THE DESK OF MRS. CALVIN M. PRICE, TO THE TYPEWRITER AT THE DESK OF MISS LORI J. HARRIS, TO THE TYPEWRITER AT THE DESK OF MRS. ERNEST M. RAUB. CUSTOM-FRAMED ANNUAL COMMUNICATION PANORAMIC AND GRAND LODGE OFFICER GROUP PICTURES TWO DICTIONARIES - Webster's New World Dictionary of the American Language; Webster's New Collegiate Dictionary. CHRISTMAS TREE ORNAMENTS AND SETS OF LIGHTS, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF SOME AMONG THE COLLECTION WHICH ARE PERSONAL GIFTS. As a further part of the "ENDING," we make our personal gifts for the continuing comfort and convenience and enjoyment of the Grand Secretary and the Ladies of the Grand Lodge Office Staff and the occasional guests and visitors: ZENITH AM-FM RADIO AMANA RADARRANGE NORELCO 12 CUP DIAL-A-BREW II COFFEE MAKER AND OTHER COFFEE MAKING APPLIANCES GENERAL ELECTRIC TOASTER TWO CABINETS IN COFFEE ROOM TWO GREEN TABLES IN COFFEE ROOM Our wish is that the Grand Lodge, the Grand Secretary, the Ladies of the Grand Lodge Office Staff will want to accept and can benefit from all the THIS and THAT - our personal expressions of appreciation for the years of fraternal service and cheerful, social companionship. Fraternally yours, FRANK AMES ARNOLD.

cc: M.W. Past Grand Masters R.W. Grand Lodge Officers RW. Emeritus Grand Treasurer Chairman and Members of Grand Lodge Office Building Committee Chairman and Members of Grand Lodge Ways and Means Committee Ladies of the Grand Lodge Office Staff

The motion made by M.W Brother Scheurich was seconded and by vote of the Grand Lodge the donations of R.W. Brother Frank Ames Arnold and Mrs. Arnold were accepted. REMARKS OF M.E. HIGH PRIEST JAMES E. ANDERSON REPORT OF GRAND SECRETARY TERRY C. ALEXANDER

July 16, 1986-September 30, 1986

R.W. Grand Secretary Terry C. Alexander stated that the major portion of his Report of the Grand Secretary 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 preprinted report and the supplemental report be accepted. The motion was seconded and by vote of the Grand Lodge the Reports were accepted. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: I present for your information in compliance with Section 2.040

152

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

(A) of the Constitution and By-Laws - 1958 (f977 edition) the report of official acts from July 16, 1986 through September 30, 1986. My goal has been to comply to the fullest of my ability in the performance of the duties and the responsibilities with which I was charged when I assumed the obligation of the Office of Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of Missouri. OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE GRAI\'D LODGE

My primary goal when I was installed as Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of Missouri was to have published the Official Proceedings of the One Hundred Sixty-Third and One Hundred Sixty-Fourth Annual Communications. This has been accomplished and Section 2.040 (r) of the Constitution and By-Laws will be complied with in the future. My sincere appreciation goes to RW. Bro. Frank Ames Arnold in his assistance of the fulfillment of this important task. GRAND REPRESENTATIVES

M.W. Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich honored Master Masons of Missouri Lodges with the recommendation that they be commissioned Grand Representatives of other Grand Lodges near the Grand Lodge of Missouri as follows: Grand Lodge of Maranhao (Brazil) - RW. Bro. Anthony A. Redfearn (Freedom Lodge No. 636) Grand Loja Do Estado De Mato Grosso (Brazil) - R.W. Bro. Larry F. Barriner (Magnolia Lodge No. 626) Grand Loja Do Estado De Mato Grosso Do Sui (Brazil) - R.W. Bro. Alvin]. Lauener, Jr. (Fellowship Lodge No. 345) Gran Logia del Ecuador - R.W. Bro. Lawrence N. Weenick (Clayton Lodge No. 601) Grand Loge Du Gabon - R.W. Bro. Eugene E. McFarland (Hermon Lodge No. 187) Grand Lodge of The Philippines - R.W. Bro. A. Duane Eiserman (Branson Lodge No. 587) Grand Lodge of Spain - RW. Bro. H. Ray McKenzie (Hallsville Lodge No. 336) Grootoosten der Nederlander (Netherlands) - R.W. Bro. Terry C. Alexander (Seaman Lodge No. 126) Grand Lodge of Virginia - W. Bro. James H. Cobban (United Lodge No.5) CONSENTS AND PERMISSIOI\'S

From July 16, 1986 through September 30, 1986 July 18, 1986, to Bro. Armen G. Kayarian, Master of Missouri Gateway Table Lodge No.1, for a Table Lodge of Entered Apprentices and One of Instruction, sponsored by Wentzville Lodge No. 46 to be convened on Thursday Evening, July 31, 1986 at the Wentzville Masonic Temple at 602 Meyer Road, Wentzville. August 8, 1986, to R.W. Bro. Harry H. Sutherland, D.D.G.M. of Masonic District 50; R.W. Bro. Arblean McHugh, D.D.G.M. of Masonic District 51; RW. Bro. John A. Heneger, D.D.G.M. of Masonic District 52; R.W. Bro. Paul Patton, D.D.G.M. of Masonic District 60, for a group of Freemasons of Lodges located in the Southeast section of Missouri to make a fraternal visit to Whitehaven Lodge No. 599 at Memphis, Tennessee, on September 13, 1986 for the purpose of the conferral of the Degree of Master Mason on Bro. Randy Osborn Crawford, a proficient Fellow Craft of Kennett Lodge No. 68 at Kennett, Missouri, using Missouri Ritual. August 18, 1986, to Criterion Lodge No. 586 at Alba to adopt an Amendment of

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

153

the Lodge By-Laws that provides for the Annual Election of Officers to be held at the Stated Communication in the month of August, which adopted Amendment shortens the terms of the Officers elected in December 1985 for the year 1985-1986. September 1, 1986, to Marceline Lodge No. 481 at Marceline to adopt an Amendment of the Lodge By-Laws that provides for the Annual Election of Officers to be held at the Stated Communication in the month of September, which adopted Amendment shortens the terms of the Officers elected in December 1985 for the year 1985-1986 DISPENSATIONS FROM JULY

16, 1986

By Order of M.W. Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich, Dispensations were issued that authorized the transaction of lodge business as follows: July 20, 1986, to Bardis C. Dismuke, Jr., W.M. of Poplar Bluff Lodge No. 209 for holding a Special Communication of Poplar Bluff Lodge No. 209 for the purpose of the conferral of the Degree of Master Mason on a proficient Fellow Craft at the outdoor site at a rural location in Doniphan, after the place had been dedicated for Masonic Use by RW. John A. Heneger, D.D.G.M., on Saturday, August 16, 1986. July 20, 1986, to RW. John A. Heneger, D.D.G.M., District 52, for conducting the Ceremony of Dedication for Masonic Use, the outdoor site at a location in rural Doniphan, at which site Poplar Bluff Lodge No. 209 will hold a Special Communication for the purpose of the conferral of the Degree of Master Mason on a proficient Fellow Craft on Saturday, August 16, 1986. July 21, 1986, to Kenneth N. Scruggs, W.M. of Cooper Lodge No. 36, for holding a Special Communication of Cooper Lodge No. 36 for the purpose of the conferral of the Degree of Master Mason on a proficient Fellow Craft of said lodge on Saturday, September 13, 1986 at 6 A.M., at the outdoor site of the Hall and Riley Quarries and Construction Company, located approximately two miles south of Interstate 70 on Highway B, after the place has been dedicated for Masonic Use by RW. Wayne F. Studley, D.D.G.M. July 21, 1986, to R.W. Wayne F. Studley, District Deputy Grand Master, District 25, for conducting the Ceremony of Dedication for Masonic Use the outdoor site located at the Hall and Riley Quarries and Construction Company, Route 3, Boonville, located approximately two miles south of Interstate 70 on Highway B where Cooper Lodge No. 36 will hold a Special Communication for the purpose of the conferral of the Degree of Master Mason on a proficient Fellow Craft of said Lodge at 6 A.M., on Saturday, September 13, 1986. July 25, 1986, to RW. Jimmie L. Offield, D.D.G.M., District 11 for conducting the Ceremony of Dedication for Masonic Use the Temple of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows at 215 1/2 Spring Street, Excelsior Springs, where Clay Lodge No. 207 will meet in Stated and Special Communications for such time as may be necessary until their own building can be properly and securely repaired. July 25,1986, to E. Frank Carey, Worshipful Master, Clay Lodge No. 207 for holding Stated and Special Communications of Clay Lodge No. 207 in the Temple of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows for such time as may be necessary until the project of repair of their own building may be completed in a proper and secure manner. Clay Lodge may hold Communications in the Odd Fellows Building after it has been duly dedicated for Masonic Use by R.W. Jimmie L. Offield, D.D.G.M. of the Eleventh Masonic District of Missouri. July 30,1986, to William S. Giles, W.M. of Tyro Lodge No. 12 for holding a Special Communication of Tyro Lodge No. 12 on Saturday Evening, August 23, 1986 at the outdoor site on the Lowell E. Bay farm on Highway 8, which place was dedicated for Masonic Use by R.W. C. Nolen Miller, D.D.G.M. in 1978, when Tyro Lodge will confer the Degree of Master Mason on a proficient Fellow Craft of Blackwell Lodge No. 535, located at Blackwell, Missouri. July 30, 1986, to M.W. Dr. J. Edward Blinn, for conducting the Ceremony of Ded-

154

1986

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

ication for Masonic Use at the outdoor area located at Rice Memorial Camp on Table Rock Lake where Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422 at Springfield, will confer the Degree of Master Mason on a proficient Fellow Craft on Saturday Evening, September 6, 1986. July 30, 1986, to David G. Cotter, W.M. of Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422 for holding a Special Communication of Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422 for the purpose of the conferral of the Degree of Master Mason on a proficient Fellow Craft on Saturday Evening, September 6, 1986 at the outdoor area of Rice Memorial Camp, Table Rock Lake, after the place has been dedicated for Masonic Use by M.W. Dr.]. Edward Blinn, P.G.M. August 11, 1986, to John Witte, III, 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 August 23, 1986 at 5:30 A.M. at the outdoor site at the Kaser Quarry, which place was dedicated for Masonic Use in 1976 by R.W. Leroy Smith, D.D.G.M., District 1. August 11, 1986, to David Barton, W.M. of Memphis Lodge No. 16 for holding a Special Communication of Memphis Lodge No. 16 with Greensburg Lodge No. 414 for the purpose of the conferral of the Deg-ree of Master Mason on a proficient Fellow Craft on August 23, 1986 at 5:30 A.M. at the outdoor site at the Kaser Quarry, which place has been previously dedicated for Masonic Use in August 1976. August 12, 1986, to Harvey R. Skaggs, Worshipful Master of Moberly Lodge No. 344 for holding Stated and Special Communications of Moberly Lodge No. 344 in the Lodge Hall of Cairo Lodge No. 486 for such time as may be necessary until the project of rebuilding and dedication of their own building may be completed in a proper and secure manner or a decision made for a permanent meeting place other than their own building, at its present site. HEALING ORDERS FROM JULY

16, 1986

THROUGH SEPTEMBER

30, 1986

M.W. Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich determined that the irregularity relative to the presentation of the stairway lecture following Bro. L. Kent Adams being passed to the Degree of Fellow Craft was no fault of the candidate and no fault of the lodge. Brother Adams became ill and had to leave and received the stairway lecture eight days later. The Grand Master caused the Fellow Craft L. Kent Adams to be healed in accordance with Section 13.140 of the By-Laws of the Grand Lodge of Missouri. By the Order of Healing, Bro. L. Kent Adams is entitled to the rights and privileges of a Fellow Craft of Raytown Lodge No. 391 and will be entitled to be raised to the Degree of Master Mason, as prescribed by law and practice of the Grand Lodge of Missouri, four weeks from the date of June 19, 1986. GRAND LODGE MONEY

All funds belonging to the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri remain at the same financial institutions as reported by Grand Secretary, Frank Ames Arnold. DISTRIBUTIONS FROM JULY

16,

THROUGH SEPTEMBER

30, 1986

1. Written notice to the Worshipful Master and the Secretary of each lodge that lacked representation at the 164th Annual Communication (September 1985 at Saint Louis), as set forth in Section 7.230 (b): August 15,1986. Copies sent to Senior Warden, Junior Warden, District Deputy Grand Master and District Deputy Grand Lecturer.

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

155

2. 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 "1986 PROXY CARD" was included with the correspondence for the three (3) Officers, respectively. A copy of the correspondence was sent to all Lodge Secretaries for their information. 3. Instructions to lodges on the CEREMONIAL PRESENTATION OF CONTRIB UTIONS for the 1986 GRAND LODGE DISASTER-RELIEF CHARITY PROGRAM during the 165th Annual Communication. 4. Second ANNOUNCEMENT-INVITATION about the 165th Annual Communication to all lodges addressed in care of the Lodge Secretaries, to all Worshipful Masters and to all on the official mailing list. The distribution included information and a notice on a "TOUR" for ladies. 5. Checks were written for District Deputy Grand Masters and District Deputy Grand Lecturers in payment of the expenses allowance, per the payments by lodges of the respective Masonic District with the 1986 Annual Returns. 6. The Short Talk Bulletin to all lodges addressed in care of the Lodge Education Officers, July-September. 7. A Proclamation by the Honorable John Ashcroft, Governor of the State of Missouri, setting Sunday, September 21, 1986 as Masonic Day in Missouri. Copies were sent to all lodges in care of the Worshipful Masters, and all appendant and adoptive organizations. 8. Directive issued by M.W. Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich setting Sunday, September 21, 1986 as "Missouri Masonic Day" which directive opened all "Masonic Houses" located in the State of Missouri from 2:30 p.m. until 5:00 p.m., for the reception of interested residents who may desire Light and Knowledge of the Brotherhood of Freemasonry. Furthermore, all Constituent Chartered Lodges and the Appendant and Adoptive Organizations were directed to join together in extending invitations for residents to visit the "House of Masonry" and that all who are the Masonic Family serve as Host and Hostess to provide refreshments for our guests and of those of our own circle and families. This Directive was complimentary to the Proclamation of the Honorable John Ashcroft, Governor of the State of Missouri. The Directive was mailed to: Lodges in care of the Worshipful Masters; Chairmen and Members of Grand Lodge Committees; Past Grand Masters and Emeritus Grand Officer; Grand Lodge Officers; District Deputy Grand Masters; District Deputy Grand Lecturers; Entire Official Mailing Roster of Grand Chapter of Missouri, Order of the Eastern Star; Presiding Leaders of Organizations of The Masonic Family of Missouri; Eminent Commanders of Constituent Commanderies of Knights Templar; High Priests of Constituent Royal Arch Chapters; Illustrious Masters of Constituent Councils of Cryptic Masons; Constituent Job's Daughters Bethels; Constituent Rainbow Assemblies and Constituent DeMolay Chapters. GRAND LODGE OFFICE STAFF

I am pleased to inform the Officers and Members of our Grand Lodge of the diligent attention to duty displayed by the Grand Lodge Office Staff. It is a distinct pleasure to work with people dedicated to conscientious per-

156

1986

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

formance in the work place. My sincere appreciation women of the Grand Lodge Office Staff:

given to the four

Darlene Smith, Holts Summit Gladys A. Price, Jefferson City Lori J. Harris, Fulton Kathleen Raub, Columbia R.W. BROTHER FRANK AMES ARNOLD

Whenever the name Frank Ames Arnold is mentioned, total dedication to the Masonic Fraternity must be the first thing that comes to mind. History and Offices Held ANCIENT CRAFT MASONRY Cooper Lodge No. 36 at Boonville Initiated an Entered Apprentice - January 25, 1949 Passed to Fellow Craft - March I, 1949 Raised to Master Mason - May 5, 1949 Worshipful Master - 1954 Grand Lodge of Missouri District Deputy Grand Lecturer - 25th Dist. 1956-1962 Committee on Forms and Ceremonies Committee on Recognition of Foreign Grand Lodges Committee on Entertainment of Distinguished Guests Grand Representative of Louisiana Grand Secretary 1970-1986 CAPITULAR MASONRY Boonville Chapter No. 60 at Boonville Mark Master - October 6, 1950 Past Master - October 6, 1950 Most Excellent Master - February 16, 1951 Royal Arch Mason - March 9, 1951 High Priest - 1958 Secretary - 1960-1970 Grand Chapter of MissouriGrand Sentinel - 1962-1963 District Deputy Grand High Priest - 1968-1969 Grand Representative of West Virginia Order of High Priesthood CRYPTIC MASONRY Centralia Council No. 34 at Centralia Royal Master - February 27, 1953 Select Master - February 27,1953 Super Excellent Master - February 27, 1953 Recorder - 1960-1970 Illustrious Master - 1972 Grand Council of Missouri Grand Principal Conductor of the Work - 1972-1973 Deputy Grand Master - 1973-1974 Most Illustrious Grand Master - 1974-1975 Order of the Silver Trowel Grand Representative of Louisiana

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

157

CHIVALRIC MASONRY Olivet Commandery No. 53 at Boonville Order of Red Cross - March 20, 1951 Order of Malta - April 6, 1951 Order of Temple - April 17, 1951 Eminent Commander - 1959 Recorder - 1960-1970 Grand Commandery of Missouri Grand Representative of Maryland Past Commanders' Association SCOTTISH RITE MASONRYValley of Columbia, Missouri - December 1970 Knight Commander of the Court of Honor

SHRINE Moolah Temple at St. Louis - June 1971 Ararat Temple at Kansas City (Honorary) - September 1972 ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR Boonville Chapter No. 419 at Boonville - 1949 Worthy Patron - 1951, 1954, 1958, 1963, 1979, 1981 Grand Chapter of Missouri Worthy Grand Patron - 1965-1966 General Grand Chapter Committee on "Our Wonderful Youth" - 1970-1973 HONORARYSt. Chrysostum Conclave, Red Cross of Constantine Lord of Lord's Tabernacle LI, H.R.A.K.T.P. DeMolay Legion of Honor MISCELLANEOUS Conference of Grand Secretaries in North America Missouri Lodge of Research Ray V. Denslow Council, Allied Masonic Degrees (Petitioner) The Square Club of St. Louis and St. Louis County The "Goats" Club of St. Louis and St. Louis County Boonslick Shrine Club International Order of DeMolay, Canon City, Colorado Chapter (charter member - 1938)

Whenever I think of Frank Ames Arnold I am reminded of the term "work horse of the Fraternity." Brother Arnold most certainly is the personification of that phrase. He has devoted his life to the cause of Freemasonry, spending many hours in the Grand Lodge Office with little time taken for himself and always present to serve the needs of the Brethren and the Fraternity. R.W. Brother Arnold has been of great assistance to me in learning the necessities of the office. He has been ready to assist, teach, advise, and suggest during my familarization with the many duties of this office. I know that all that is Freemasonry within the State of Missouri is grateful for the performance of his duties in the past and are looking forward to Brother Arnold's service to the Fraternity in the future. This is not an ending but a beginning for further service to the Fraternity. It is with sincere appreciation and fondness that I salute R.W. Frank Ames Arnold who will always be the "GRAND" SECRETARY to me and to all of us.

158

1986

PROCEEDINGS OF THE M.W. GRAl\'D MASTER CHARLES EDWARD SCHEURICH

I was first introduced to M.W. Grand Master Scheurich at an area meeting held in Kirksville. The meeting that night was based on the need for Masonic Education for our own members, our families and the general public. While driving back to Milan with a group that had attended the meeting, a discussion arose concerning the declining membership of our lodge. We all agreed that this new emphasis on education might be the answer to our need of attracting new members in the future. The group was very impressed with the remarks of M.W. Grand Master Scheurich concerning the need for continuing education. Since I have become Grand Secretary I have had the privilege of working with our Grand Master and have seen his ingenuity bring about a truly remarkable opportunity for Missouri Freemasons. Because of the dedication ofthe Grand Master, we have the opportunity to educate all who are interested as to who we are and for what we stand. M.W. Grand Master Scheurich brought forth the idea of a State "Masonic Day" before the Officers of the Grand Lodge. The idea became reality when on September 3, 1986 the Honorable John Ashcroft, Governor of the State of Missouri, proclaimed Sunday, September 21, 1986 as "Masonic Day." This opportunity brought about by M.W. Grand Master Scheurich has given Freemasonry a day in this year and hopefully in future years, when the general public can be invited into our halls where we might educate them as to our purpose in being members of this truly great Fraternity. It has been a privilege to serve with M.W. Grand Master Scheurich and I am looking forward to his future service and friendship. Fraternally submitted, TERRY CRAWFORD ALEXANDER,

Grand Secretary.

SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT OF THE GRAND SECRETARY TERRY C. ALEXANDER

I submit the report on matters of Grand Lodge Office that were handled after the deadline for the printing of the booklet - "Reports of Officers and Committees": HEALING ORDERS

Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446 at Kansas City - September 17, 1986. As Grand Master of Masons in Missouri, I have determined that the complications of the irregularities of the Officers and Members of Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446 relative to the courtesy work done for Brother Walter C. Towle on behalf of Lotus Lodge No. 286 at Blue Mound, Kansas - INSTRUCT and EXAMINE in the Fellowcraft Degree; conferral of the Degree of Master Mason, occurred through no fault of Brother Walter C. Towle. I therefore write this Healing Order for Brother Walter C. Towle. By the Healing Order, Brother Walter C. Towle shall be recognized as a Master Mason of Lotus Lodge No. 286 at Blue Mound, Kansas, with all rights and privileges of membership in that lodge. Fraternally yours, CHARLES E. SCHEURICH, Grand Master of Missouri. DISPENSATIONS

By order of Most Worshipful Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich, a Dispensation was issued as follows:

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

159

Worshipful Brother Elliott W. Harris, Worshipful Master of Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446 for the conferral of the Degree of Masonry on Joseph Bryan Carlisle whose Petition was approved by vote of the lodge on August 28, 1986, as may be appropriate in consideration of the physical condition 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 specially deputed Brother Master Mason is to have notice in advance of the dates when the Degrees are to be conferred. This Dispensation was issued September 10, 1986.

CONSENTS AND PERMISSIONS M.W. Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich grants consent and expresses permission in accordance with the requirements of Grand Lodge Law, [Section 15.070, Section 21.100, etc] as follows: September 21, 1986 to Earl Leonard Freiermuth, Worshipful Master of Magnolia Lodge No. 626. On the basis of the Waiver of Jurisdiction granted by the Most Worshipful Grand Master of Illinois, Most Worshipful Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich of the Grand Lodge of Missouri grants consent and permission for Magnolia Lodge No. 626 to receive the Petition for the Degrees of Masonry of Marvin Leslie Meyer, a non-resident of the State of Missouri.

Fraternally submitted, TERRY C. ALEXANDER, Grand Secretary.

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON ENTERTAINMENT OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS

RW. Brother Thomas K. McGuire, Jr., Chairman, presented the Report of the Committee on Entertainment of Distinguished Guests. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. and A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: This Committee has been honored to assist our Grand Master, Charles E. Scheurich, and his lovely wife, in extending the hospitality of the Grand Lodge to the visitors and guests at this annual communication. Hotel accommodations were provided at the University Plaza Holiday Inn Hotel and Convention Center. The annual Grand Master's Reception and Banquet was held on Sunday evening, September 28, with 150 guests in attendance. On Monday morning, 125 District Deputy Grand Masters and District Deputy Grand Lecturers enjoyed breakfast with the Grand Master and his officers. Those attending Grand Lodge were served lunch at noon, Monday, September 29, and the Annual Grand Lodge Dinner for all Master Masons, their ladies and friends was held Monday evening attended by approximately 1200 persons. Riverside Inn, Ozark, Missouri, was enjoyed by the ladies of our guests for the Monday luncheon hosted by Mrs. Helen Scheurich, wife of the Grand Master. The Committee extends its thanks and appreciation to our Grand Master and his wife and to our wives for their assistance in extending this Grand Lodge's hospitality to your guests. Fraternally submitted, HUGH H. HUTINGER, J AMES COBBAN, FRANK A. ARNOLD, ROBERT J. CREDE, THOMAS K. MCGUIRE, JR., Chairman. W. MARION LUNA, EUGENE E. "PAT" McFARLAND,

RW. Brother Thomas K. McGuire,Jr. moved that the Report of the Committee on Entertainment of Distinguished Guests be received and printed in the PROCEEDINGS. The motion was seconded and by vote of the Grand Lodge the Report was received.

160

19H6

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS

R.W. Brother John E. Wetzel, Chairman presented the Report of the Committee on Ways and Means: The budget for the year October 15, 1986October 14, 1987. To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: The Ways and Means Committee met on August 30 and again on September 28, 1986, and examined the expenditures in all accounts as of those dates. They were found to be in order and charged to the appropriate fund. The disbursements for the present budget year were reviewed and we found the following accounts, as of today, that have been exceeded are: Acc. Nos. I. Salary - Grand Secretary (Includes salary of assistant) 23. Conferences of Grand Lodge Officers 43B. Telephone & Telegraph 45. Grand Master's Regalia 48. Fifty-Year Buttons

Approval for the excess expenditures was obtained as provided by the By-Laws. A review of the last budget year expenditures show that they were handled properly and as provided by the By-Laws. The income sources available for the operation of the Grand Lodge are the per capita tax and income from investments. The estimated revenue from those sources, available for budgeting, is approximately $475,658. The following budget is presented for the budget year from October 15, 1986 to October 14, 1987. Acc. I. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

BY DIRECT APPROPRIATIO:,\ OF THE GRAND LODGE Nos. Salary - Grand Secretary Salary - Grand Lecturer Salary - Grand Treasurer Retirement Expense Masonic Service Association Per Capita Masonic Service Association - Hospital Visitation Operating Expenses - Grand Lodge Office Building

8. 9. Committee on Recognition of Foreign Grand Lodges 10. The Freemason Magazine BY

. $ 26,000.00 24,000.00 . 750.00 . 7,000.00 . 4,000.00 . 5,000.00 . 9,000.00 . . .

100.00 42,000.00

. . . . .

12,000.00 9,000.00 6,000.00 2,000.00 7,000.00

. . . . .

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

15,000.00

REQUISITION OF THE GRA:'\D MASTER

20. Expenses - Grand Master 2 I. Expenses - Grand Lecturer 22. Expenses - Grand Lodge Officers & Committees 22A. Expenses - Special - Deputy Grand Master 23. Conferences of Grand Lodge Officers 24. Conferences of District Deputy Grand Masters and District Deputy Grand Lecturers 25. Conference of Grand Masters and Grand Secretaries 26. Auditing 27. Grand Master's Contingent Fund 28. Expenses of Grand Lodge Session 29. 30. Regional Meetings of Lodge Officers (Area Meetings)

1986

GRAND LODGE OF

161

~HSSOLTRI

BY REQUISITION OF GRAND SECRETARY Ace. Nos. 40. Salaries - Grand Lodge Office Staff 41. Employee's Tax Expense 42. Insurance 42A 43. Operations of the Grand Lodge Office: A. Printing - Postage - Stationery B. Telephone - Telegraph C. Office Equipment D. Office Supplies E. Incidental Office Expenses F. Grand Lodge Office Improvement G. Electrical Data Processing 44. Incidental and Travel Expenses - Grand Secretary 45. Grand Master's Regalia 46. 47. 48. Fifty-Year Buttons 49. Printing the PROCEEDINGS

. . .

52,000.00 6,500.00 8,000.00

. . . . . . . . .

24,000.00 4,250.00 8,000.00 3,750.00 2,000.00 5,000.00 5,000.00 4,000.00 5,250.00

. .

6,500.00 16,000.00

. .

1,000.00 7,000.00

REQUISITION BY COMMITTEES 50. Committee on Correspondence 51. Committee on Masonic Education 51A. 52. Committee on Ritual 53. Committee on Relief and Charity 54. Committee on By-Laws 55. Committee on Mileage and Per Diem Total Budget Allocation for the Year 1986-1987 WM. H CHAPMAN, WALTER H. BAIRD, RICHARD W. GOFF,

. 500.00 15,000.00 . . 3,750.00 87,500.00 . . $471,850.00 W. MARION LUNA, GORDON HOPKINS, JOHN E. WETZEL, Chairman.

R.W. Brother Wetzel moved that the Report of the Committee on Ways and Means be adopted. The motion was seconded and by vote of the Grand Lodge, the Report - The budget for the year October 15, 1986-0ctober 14, 1987 - was ADOPTED. REMARKS OF THE GRAND REPRESENTATIVE OF MISSOURI NEAR ALBERTA. CANADA. GORDON WILSON. JR. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON CREDENTIALS

RW. 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 466 Subordinate Lodges, and no lodges U.D., and there are present:

Grand Lodge Officers Assistant Grand Tilers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Past Grand Masters and Past Grand Officers District Deputy Grand Masters

25 3 17 51

162

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

District Deputy Grand Lecturers Past Masters Worshipful Masters Senior Wardens Junior Wardens C~a~rme.n and ~~mbers of Grand Lodge Committees DlstmgUlshed VIsitors Total Actual attendance without duplication Lodges without representation Non-voting Master Masons Fraternally submitted, RAY HILTON, Chairman, CECIL O. BLAYLOCK, DALE A. LVDWIG,

. . . . . . . . . . .

4Y 2Y5 401 197 152 37 19 1,241 1,241 46 63

CHARLES MILLER, ALBERT SOLARI.

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 Jack R. Clark, Chairman, presented the Report of the Committee on Mileage and Per Diem. To the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: Your Committee on Mileage and Per Diem reports amounts paid for attendance at this 165th Annual Communication of this Grand Lodge, held in the City of Springfield, September 29 and 30, 1986, as follows:

Grand Lodge Officers . $ 3,333.30 2,385.00 . Past Grand Masters and Other Past Grand Officers 6,867.90 . District Deputy Grand Masters . 6,419.80 District Deputy Grand Lecturers $19,006.00 Subtotal Grand Lodge Officers . Committees: Appeals and Grievances ........................ 525.50 Building Supervisory Board 102.50 Credentials 876.00 Jurisprudence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 656.80 Masonic Education 424.80 Mileage and Per Diem 579.30 Ways and Means 363.00 Chairmen of Other Standing Committees _ _.::..14.::..6.::...;.,;;0~0 3,673.90 Subtotal of Committees . Totals of Grand Lodge Officers and Committees . $22,679.90 -0. Assistant Grand Tilers Representatives of Chartered Lodges . 59,845.80 Representatives of Lodges under Dispensation . -0$82,525.70 Fraternally submitted, JACK R. CLARK, SR., Chairman, GEORGE A. JURSCH, WILLIAM H. WELLS,

CECIL H. HVRT, EUGENE E. WILSON.

R.W. Brother Clark moved acceptance of the report subject to correction.

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

163

The motion was seconded. By vote of the Grand Lodge, the Report of the Committee on Mileage and Per Diem was accepted. REMARKS OF MOST WORSHIPFUL BROTHER EARL K. DILLE

M.W. Brother Dille: I speak as a member of this Grand Lodge, Past Master of Clayton Lodge No. 601. In the matter of RW. Brother William H. Wisbrock, Senior Grand Warden. I feel that this Grand Lodge owes Bill a vote of thanks for his years of service to this Grand Lodge, the Home Board and elsewhere. The purpose of yesterday's minority report to the Grand Master's Address was to get us all to think a little about acting Masonically. I hope that after it is published, we will all read it carefully. But throughout this entire ordeal, Bill has been an absolute gentleman. You have expressed your will by your vote, but I do believe that RW. Brother Wisbrock deserves an expression of thanks for his service to this Grand Lodge. Thank you. Those assembled at the convention center arose and gave RW. Brother William H. Wisbrock a standing ovation for his years of service. RESOLUTIONS AND PROPOSED AMENDMENTS OF GRAND LODGE CONSTITUTION AND GRAND LODGE BY-LAWS PRESENTED TO LIE OVER FOR ACTION AT THE 166TH ANNUAL COMMUNICATION TO BE HELD AT ST. LOUIS IN SEPTEMBER 1987

The Grand Secretary read the proposals presented to lie over for action at the 166th Annual Communication in September 1987, as follows: PROPOSAL TO AMEND SECTION 3.110 OF BY BY-LAWS Resolution to Amend Section 3.110 by adding the following: ; provided, that the Grand Master with the consent of any two of the other aforementioned officers may delegate to one or more such persons or organizations as he shall determine the power to spend up to $2,000 for any of the foregoing purposes without the further consent of any of the foregoing officers. Respectfully submitted, WALTER L. WALKER, P.M., Stella Lodge No. 538, WARREN R. MAICHEL, America No. 347, HERBERT C. HOFFMAN, Country Club No. 656, EDWIN B. BRZEZINSKI, Crestwood No. 669, CHARLES E. BECRAFT, St. Joseph No. 78. PROPOSAL TO AMEND SECTION

4.020

OF THE BY-LAWS

To the Grand Lodge, 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 changing Section 4.020 to read as follows:

"Section 4.020. DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND MASTERS. The Grand Master appoints and commissions for each district a District Deputy Grand Master who must be a past or present Master of a Missouri Lodge, and a member of a lodge in the district. In the discretion of the Grand Master, districts containing twenty to thirty lodges may have one additional District Deputy Grand Master and districts containing more than thirty lodges may have two additional District Deputy Grand Masters, of equal rank with jurisdiction over separate divisions of the district. No District Deputy Grand Master may serve for more than two consecutive years."

164

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

Purpose of By-Law Change: To reduce the number of consecutive years that a District Deputy Grand Master may serve, from five to two. Respectfully submitted, CHARLES E. SCHEURICH, P.M., Acacia Lodge No. 602. D. ROBERT DOWNEY, P.M., Pilgrim Lodge No. 652, THOMAS C. WARDEN, P.M., Owensville Lodge No. 624, ROBERT D. JENKINS, P.M., Country Club Lodge No. 656, JOHN E. WETZEL, P.M., Perseverance Lodge No. 92. PROPOSAL TO AMEND SECTION

4.040

OF THE BY-LAWS

To the Grand Lodge, A.F. and A.M. 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 changing Section 4.040 and provide as follows: "Section 4.040. DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND LECTURERS. The Grand Master appoints and commissions, with the advice and consent of the Grand Lecturer, for each district, a District Deputy Grand Lecturer, who must be a past or present master of a Missouri Lodge, who is competent to teach Missouri work, and who holds a current certificate of proficiency issued by the Grand Lodge. He holds office until the next annual communication following his appointment unless removed by the Grand Master, with the advice and consent of the Grand Lecturer. A District Deputy Grand Master may hold the office of District Deputy Grand Lecturer. In the discretion of the Grand Master, with the advice and consent of the Grand Lecturer, districts containing twenty to thirty lodges may have one additional District Deputy Grand Lecturer, and districts containing more than thirty lodges may have two additional District Deputy Grand Lecturers of equal rank, with jurisdiction over separate divisions of the district." Purpose of By-Law Change: This amendment changes the appointment of District Deputy Grand Lecturers from the Grand Lecturer to the Grand Master, and gives the Grand Master authority to appoint District Deputy Grand Lecturers and remove them from office with the advice and consent of the Grand Lecturer. Respectfully submitted, CHARLES E. SCHEURICH, P.M., Acacia Lodge No. 602, D. ROBERT DOWNEY, P.M., Pilgrim Lodge No. 652, THOMAS C. WARDEN, P.M., Owensville Lodge No. 624, ROBERT D. JENKINS, P.M., Country Club Lodge No. 656, JOHN E. WETZEL, P.M., Perseverance Lodge No. 92. PROPOSAL TO AMEND SECTION

4.050(c)

OF THE BY-LAWS

To the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri: It is proposed that the ~y-La.ws of the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Mlssoun should be amended by changing Section 4.050(c) and would provide as follows: "Section 4.050. DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND LECTURER - POWERS AND DUTIES. The District Deputy Grand Lecturer(c) Reports to the Grand Master and the Grand Lecturer thirty days prior to the annual communication, giving detailed accounts of the work done by him, with a statement of the condition of the lodges in his district with reference to work. The report is not published with the PROCEEDINGS."

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Purpose of By-Law Change: This amendment change requires the District Deputy Grand Lecturer to report to the Grand Master in addition to the Grand Lecturer. Respectfully submitted, CHARLES E. SCHEURICH, P.M., Acacia Lodge No. 602, D. ROBERT DOWNEY, P.M., Pilgrim Lodge No. 652, THOMAS C. WARDEN, P.M., Owensville Lodge No. 624, ROBERT D. JENKINS, P.M., Country Club Lodge No. 656, JOHN E. WETZEL, P.M., Perseverance Lodge No. 92. RESOLUTION TO AMEND SECTION

5.010

OF THE BY-LAWS

Resolution to Amend Section 5.010 so that the first sentence thereof would read: 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, (j) 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, (u) Long Range Planning. In all other respects the existing language of Section 5.010 would remain unchanged. Statement of Purpose: The purpose of the amendment is to add to the list of Standing Committees the Long Range Planning Committee. 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, WALTER L. WALKER, P.M., Stella Lodge No. 538, WM. J. HILL, P.M., Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446.

REMARKS OF PAST SUPREME ASSOCIATE GRAND GUARDIAN, INTERNATIONAL ORDER OF JOB'S DAUGHTERS R.W. BROTHER ALBERT L. HOWE ANNOUNCEMENT OF APPOINTMENTS FOR GRAND LODGE YEAR 1986-1987

The Grand Secretary read the appointments made by Grand Master Elect P. Vincent Kinkead for the year 1986-1987: 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

RW. Grand Lecturer Stanton T. Brown announced the appointments of the District Deputy Grand Lecturers for the Year 1986-1987. ANNOUNCEMENT OF R.W. BROTHER P. VINCENT KINKEAD

RW. Brother Kinkead stated that the Jurisprudence Committee had brought to his attention that the Search Committee should be a continuing entity. Brother Kinkead asked that M.W. Vern H. Schneider continue to serve as Chairman ofthe Committee, that M.W.]. Edward Blinn and M.W.]. Morgan Donelson continue to serve on the Search Committee.

166

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

OPEN INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS Installing Officer Installing Chaplain Installing Marshal

M.W. Brother J. c. Montgomery, Jr. M.W. Brother Bruce H. Hunt M.W. Brother William H Chapman

THE GRAND OFFICERS FOR THE YEAR 1986-1987 Grand Master P. Vincent Kinkead Deputy Grand Master Thomas K. McGuire, Jr. Senior Grand Warden. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Robert D. Jenkins Junior Grand Warden.......... Thomas C. Warden Grand Treasurer W. Marion Luna Grand Secretary Terry C. Alexander Grand Lecturer Stanton T. Brown Senior Grand Deacon Daniel F. Cole Junior Grand Deacon D. Robert Downey Senior Grand Steward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Frank Ames Arnold Junior Grand Steward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Dale C. Motter Senior Grand Marshal " (to be appointed at a later date) Junior Grand Marshal Charles Warren Ohrvall Grand Sword Bearer Glenn T. Sloan Grand Pursuivant Eugene M. Cole Grand Chaplain The Rev. Ronald R. Bollinger Grand Chaplain The Rev. Carl L. Radford Grand Chaplain The Rev. Elmer E. Revelle Grand Chaplain. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. The Rev. Allen L. Vancil Grand Chaplain .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. The Rev. Richard A. Behr Grand Chaplain Nathan W. Glazer Grand Chaplain The Rev. Ronald E. Wood, Jr. Grand Orator Alfred M. Frager Grand Orator Peter H. Ritchie Grand Tiler James H. Miller

PRESENTATION TO MOST WORSHIPFUL GRAND MASTER P. VINCENT KINKEAD Apron M.W. Brother Walter L. Walker Jewel M.W. Brother Fielding A. Poe Lapel Pin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. R.W. Brother Terry C. Alexander Gold Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. R. W. Brother Frank Ames Arnold

OTHER PRESENTATIONS

The Square Club of St. Louis presented M.W. Grand Master Kinkead with an Apron Case. The sons of M.W. Grand Master Kinkead, David Kinkead, Nicholas Kinkead and RW. Bill Wood presented their father with sterling silver engraved Square and Compasses. RW. Brother Thomas C. Warden, on behalf of P.G.M. Paul C. Bush of Arkansas, presented M.W. Grand Master P. Vincent Kinkead with a gavel. REMARKS OF M.W. GRAND MASTER P. VINCENT KINKEAD

M.W. Brother P. Vincent Kinkead addressed the Grand Lodge and expressed his appreciation for the opportunity to serve as Grand Master, his gratitude to the Installing Officers, and his thanks for the special courtesies extended him, and for the gifts presented him. Grand Master Kinkead earnestly asked all the brethren to join him in a spirit of cooperation in order to ensure the success of the Grand Lodge in its 166th year.

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

167

Grand Master Kinkead stated that the "A Penny A Day" program for the benefit of the Masonic Home, the "Disaster-Relief Fund" and the "Masonic Day" programs would be continued during his year. He expressed the hope that these programs would continue to be helpful in promoting the Cause of Freemasonry. Grand Master Kinkead asked all of the brethren to join him in a "Commitment to Quality." He said that he could not take credit for this idea as it was the idea conceived by his son, Nicholas, soon to be installed State Master Councilor of the Order of DeMolay. M.W. Brother Kinkead stated that he and his son had agreed to share the idea and that he hoped the brethren would participate in this grand commitment. M.W. Brother Kinkead stated to the Grand Lodge that he would not try to change or pretend that he was someone that he could not be. He stated that he was from a rural background and, that being proud of that background, that he would not try to change his methods of facing and solving the difficult challenges that lay ahead. M.W. Brother Kinkead mentioned that he was a direct descendant of one of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence and that the P. initial in his name was the surname of that Signer. The 200th Anniversary of our Constitution quickly approaching brings to mind the possibility of some type of recognition of the Masonic involvement in the formation of this great country. Finally, M.W. Brother Kinkead introduced his family to the brethren in attendance at the Grand Lodge installation. After receiving the warm recognition from the brethren for his family, M.W. Brother Kinkead stated that he was looking forward to the coming year. PRESENTATIONS TO MOST WORSHIPFUL BROTHER CHARLES E. SCHEURICH

RW. Brother Frank Ames Arnold presented M.W. Past Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich the Patent that certified service to the Grand Lodge of Missouri as Grand Master from October 1, 1985 to September 30, 1986. The Grand Secretary presented M.W. Brother Scheurich the framed PROCLAMATION designating September 21,1986 as MASONIC DAY for the State of Missouri, signed by Governor John Ashcroft. CLOSING

The 165th 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 166th - on Monday, September 28, 1987 at St. Louis. RW. Grand Chaplain Ronald E. Wood, Jr. pronounced the Benediction.

OFFICERS

Grand Lodge of Missouri 1986-1987

P. VINCENT KINKEAD

M. W. Grand Master Rt. 2, Box 243, Farmington 63640 THOMAS K. MCGUIRE, JR. Deputy Grand Master Rt 5, Box 255, Rogersville 65742 ROBERT D. JENKINS Senior Grand Warden 7741 Troost Ave., Kansas City 64131 THOMAS C. WARDEN Junior Grand Warden P.O. Box 540, Owensville 65066 W. MARION LUNA Grand Treasurer 125 S. Main St., Piedmont 63957 TERRY C. ALEXANDER Grand Secretary 800 Highway 63 N., Columbia 65201-6697 STANTON T. BROWN Grand Lecturer Rt. 1, Box 225, Buckner 64016 DANIEL F. COLE Senior Grand Deacon 6023 Southern Dr., Affton 63123 D. ROBERT DOWNEY Junior Grand Deacon 13006 Musket Ct., St. Louis 63141 FRANK AMES ARNOLD Senior Grand Steward 733 Main St., Boonville 65233 DALE C. MOTTER Junior Grand Steward 20 Suburban Dr., Kirksville 63501 GORDON E. HOPKINS Senior Grand Marshal 2212 Chambers Ave., St. Joseph 64506 CHARLES WARREN OHRVALL .junior Grand Marshal 10516 E. 35th Terr., Independence 64052 GLENN T. SLOAN Grand Sword Bearer 301 E. Liberty St., Farmington 63640 EUGENE M. COLE Grand Pursuivant P.O. Box 423, Farmington 63640 THE REV. RONALD R. BOLLINGER Grand Chaplain 104 Firwood Dr., Webster Groves 63119 THE REV. CARL L. RADFORD Grand Chaplain 2334 S. Dollison Ave., Springfield 65807 THE REV. ELMER E. REVELLE Grand Chaplain 810 S. Grant St., Desloge 63601 THE REV. ALLEN L. VANCIL Grand Chaplain 205 Duff St., Macon 63552 THE REV. RICHARD A. BEHR Grand Chaplain 4025 Pennsylvania Ave., St. Louis 63118 NATHAN W. GLAZER Grand Chaplain 1279 Guelbreth, St. Louis 63146 THE REV. RONALD E. WOOD, JR. Grand Chaplain P.O. Box 474, Clinton 64735 ALFRED M. FRAGER Grand Orator 731 Timber Run Dr., St. Louis 63141 PETER H. RITCHIE Grand Orator 406 East Lane, Apt. 2, Jackson 63755 JAMES H. MILLER Grand Tiler 6504 Colleen, St. Louis 63123

168

1986

GRAND LOD(;E OF !\IISSOURI

169

STANDING COMMITTEES FOR 1986-1987 APPEALS AND GRIEVANCES: Harry Gershenson, Sr., Chairman, Pierre Laclede Center, Suite 1144, 7733 Forsyth Blvd., St. Louis 63105; James E. Brown, 305 N. Moffett Ave., Joplin 64801; Robert M. Fenlon, P.O. Box 26, Mexico 65265; Lloyd L. Schainker, 9451 Lackland Rd., Suite 202, St. Louis 63114; Wm. J. Hill, P.G.M., Commerce Tower, Suite 1810,911 Main, Kansas City 64105 BUILDING SUPERVISORY BOARD: K. Roger Pennel (3), Chairman, P.O. Box 157, Fairfax 64446; Harold E. Thornton (2), 916 Walnut St., Kansas City 64106; David A. Watson (1), 108 E. Hickory St., Neosho 64850 BY-LAWS: Harry Gershenson, Jr., Chairman, Pierre Laclede Center, Suite 1144, 7733 Forsyth Blvd., St. Louis 63105; Judge J. Morgan Donelson, P.G.M., P.O. Box 211, Princeton 64673; Ronald M. Belt, 1015 N. Jackson, Macon 63552; William H. Utz, Jr., Frederick Towers, Suite 500, 2400 Frederick Blvd., St. Joseph 64506 CHARTERED LODGES: Gerald W. Burnworth, Chairman, 700 Karlsruhe PI., St. Louis 63125; Morris F. Carter, 313 Day Dr., Ferguson 63135; Wilbur M. Daughtrey, 9152 Pardee Spur, St. Louis 63126; Howard J. Gwinn, 204 Driftwood Dr., Sedalia 65301; Charles C. Long, 7260 Pershing Ave., St. Louis 63130 CORRESPONDENCE: Frank Ames Arnold, 733 Main St., Boonville 65233 CREDENTIALS: Ray Hilton, Chairman, P.O. Box 985, C.S., Springfield 65803; Cecil O. Blaylock, 217 S. Louisiana Ave., Cape Girardeau 63701; Elmer C. Weildt, 107 Austin PI., St. Louis 63122; The Rev. Charles W. Miller, 13036 Geranium Ct., St. Louis 63146; Albert H. Solari, 2555 Yorkshire Dr., Florissant 63033 ENTERTAINMENT OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS: Martin B. Toybes, Chairman, 1116 Chantel Ln., St. Louis 63132; Carl I. Stein, 9140 Ranch Meadows Dr., St. Louis 63136; Thomas C. Warden, P.O. Box 540, Owensville 65066; Harry O. Maenner, 3764 Yeager Rd., St. Louis 63129; HaroldJ. Richardson, 502 Norwood, Bonne Terre 63628; Frank Ames Arnold, 733 Main St., Boonville 65233, Terry C. Alexander, 800 Highway 63 North, Columbia 65201-6697 FORMS AND CEREMONIES: E. Allen Kohler, Chairman, P.O. Box 170, Huntsville 65259; Vern H. Schneider, P.G.M., 4 Exmoor Dr., St. Louis 63124; Edwin L. Smith, 210 S. Kansas, Marceline 64658; Ralph O. Kolb, 8825 Anchorage Ln., St. Louis 63126; Frank P. Wilfley, Jr., Rt. 2, Laddonia 63352; Stanton T. Brown (Ex-Officio), Rt. 1, Box 225, Buckner 64016 GRAND LODGE OFFICE BUILDING: Douglas H. Garrett, Chairman, 210 Bourn Ave., Columbia 65203; Arthur E. Schneider, Rt. 3, Columbia 65201; Payne PercefuI, 2222 Bluff Blvd., Columbia 65201; Terry C. Alexander, 800 Highway 63 North, Columbia 65201-6697; P. Vincent Kinkead (Ex-Officio), Rt. 2, Box 243, Farmington 63640 GRAND MASTER'S ADDRESS: Charles E. Scheurich, P.G.M., Chairman, 124 Meadow Ln., Columbia 65203; AND ALL PAST GRAND MASTERS IN ATTENDANCE JURISPRUDENCE: Warren R. Maichel, Chairman, 720 Olive St., 24th Floor, St. Louis 63101; Herbert C. Hoffman, Commerce Towers, 911 Main, Kansas City 64105; Charles E. Becraft, 3715 Beck Rd., Bldg. C, Suite 307, St. Joseph 64506, Edwin B. Brzezinski, 9148 Pardee Spur, St. Louis 63126; Lawrence N. Weenick, 20 S. Central Ave., Clayton 63105 LODGES UNDER DISPENSATION: Anthony Redfearn, Chairman, 4448 Morganford Rd., Apt. H, St. Louis 63116; Charles Warren Ohrvall, 10516 E. 35th Terr., Independence 64052; David Butler, 405 Cloister Walk, St. Louis, 63122; Robert Harper, 1421 N. Henderson, Cape Girardeau 63701 MASONIC BOARDS OF RELIEF: Albert H. Van Gels, Chairman, 24 Spring Dr., Florissant 63031; Lon G. Orr, P.O. Box 73, Joplin 64802; Kenneth L. McNeal, 601 Robidoux, St.Joseph 64501; Alfred E. Spencer, 10 Plaza Sq., Apt. 910, St. Louis 63103 MASONIC EDUCATION: John W. Siscel (3), Chairman, 4804 Marchwood Dr., St. Louis 63128; Thomas H. McCully (2), 1521 N.E. Parvin Rd., N. Kansas City 64116; Richard L. Smith (1),459 Wilcox Ave., Kirkwood 63122; Thomas C. Warden (1), P.O. Box 540, Owensville 65066; Daniel F. Cole (2), 6023 Southern Dr., Affton 63123;

170

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

Richard L. Nelms (3), 3066 E. Sunset, Springfield 65804; Charles Scott Grantham, Jr., (I), 1803 Huntington Dr., Cape Girardeau 63701; P. Vincent Kinkead (Ex-Officio), Rt. 2, Box 243, Farmington 63640; Thomas K. McGuire, Jr. (Ex-Officio), Rt. 5, Box 255, Rogersville 65742; Robert D. Jenkins (Ex-Officio), 7741 Troost Ave., Kansas City 64131 MILEAGE AND PER DIEM: Jack R. Clark, Chairman, 9931 McGee, Kansas City 64114; William H. Wells, Edgerton 64444; Eugene E. Wilson, III Loch Ln., Columbia 65203; Harry R. Becker, 6943 Mardel Ave., St. Louis 63109; The Rev. Cecil H. Hurt, 505 Missouri, Vandalia 63382; Norman H. Behrend, 9144 Ranch Meadows Dr., St. Louis 63136 NECROLOGY: Dr. J. C. Montgomery, Jr., P.G.M., Chairman, 950 Forestlac Ct., St. Louis 63141; Dr. Harold O. Grauel, P.G.M., P.O. Box 389, Cape Girardeau 63701; William H Chapman, P.G.M., 20 W. Lockwood Ave., Webster Groves 63119; Walter L. Walker, P.G.M., P.O. Box 487, Neosho 64850; Frank P. Briggs, P.G.M., 1132 N. Jackson St., Macon 63552 RELIEF AND CHARITY: William E. Fowler, Chairman, 1003 Thunderbird Dr., Harrisonville 64701 ;J. Thomas Crunk, 1409 S. Linden Circle, Kennett 63857; Thomas C. Warden, P.O. Box 540, Owensville 65066; Dr. Thomas Hodges, 1500 S. Jefferson, Mexico 65265 RITUAL: Stanton T. Brown, Chairman, Rt. 1, Box 225, Buckner 64016; Ronnie L. House, P.O. Box 335, Mansfield 65704; Eugene E. "Pat" McFarland, P.O. Box 146, Liberal 64672; J. John Shipman, P.O. Box 62, Kennett 63857; Dale A. Ludwig, 8226 Marvale Ln., St. Louis 63123; Dr. J. Edward Blinn, P.G.M., P.O. Box 14, Marshfield 65706 WAYS AND MEANS: John E. Wetzel (2), Chairman, 116 N. Fourth St., Louisiana 63353; William H Chapman, P.G.M. (2), 20 W. Lockwood, Webster Groves 63119; Gordon E. Hopkins (I), 2212 Chambers Ave., St. Joseph 64506; Paul B. Tobias (3), 72 Tempest Dr., Chesterfield 63017; Richard W. Goff (1),9315 Warrior Dr., St. Louis 63123; W. Marion Luna, Grand Treasurer, 125 S. Main, Piedmont 63957

SPECIAL COMMITTEES FOR 1986-1987 GEORGE WASHINGTON MASONIC NATIONAL MEMORIAL ASSOCIATION: Wm. J. Hill, P.G.M., Chairman, Commerce Tower, Suite 1810, 911 Main, Kansas City 64105; Fielding A. Poe, P.G.M., 501 Lafayette, Florissant 63031; Dr. J. Edward Blinn, P.G.M., P.O. Box 14, Marshfield 65706; Elvis A. Mooney, P.G.M., 117 N. Prairie St., Bloomfield 63825; Homer L. Ferguson, P.G.M., 1927 N. Circle Dr., Jefferson City 65101 GRAND LODGE CHARITY COMMITTEE: P. Vincent Kinkead, Chairman, Rt. 2, Box 243, Farmington, 63640; Thomas K. McGuire, Jr., Rt. 5, Box 255, Rogersville 65742; Robert D. Jenkins, 7741 Troost Ave., Kansas City 64131; Terry C. Alexander, 800 Highway 63 North, Columbia 65201-6697 INSURANCE: Boyle O. Rodes,Jr., Chairman, P.O. Box 489, St. Charles 63302; Eric M. Martin, 575 Larksmore Ct., Ballwin 63011; James A. Estell, P.O. Box 167, Cameron 64429; Steven 1. Toybes, Suite 1910,7777 Bonhomme, St. Louis 63105; Fred Adams, P.O. Box 251, Marshall 65340 LIFE MEMBERSHIP: Dr. Gene M. Zinn, Chairman, Rt. 1, Box 257, Simpson, Illinois 62985; Ronald Bielby, 15 N. Ridge Dr., St. Joseph 64506; Donald C. Treece, Rt. 3, Box 3, Kahoka 63445 PUBLIC RELATIONS: Linton W. Kneemiller, Chairman, 3925 Jacinto Dr., St. Louis 63125; RobertJ. Crede, F.G.M., Rt. 2,Jefferson City 65101; Thomas C. Warden, P.O. Box 540, Owensville 65066; John K. Smith, 2705 Sterling, Independence 64052; L. Wayne Hill, 3800 Faurot Dr., Columbia 65203; Kenneth G. Samples, Star Rt. 2, Box 82, Williamsville 63967; Howard Adkins, 305 Marcia, Independence 64050; Richard B. Ramage, 110 Old Oaks Dr., Ballwin 63011; Norman K. Atkinson, 616 S. Court St., Bowling Green 63334; Wayne R. Twiehaus, 3708 E. Whitehall, SprinRfield 65804 PUBLIC SCHOOLS: Walter C. Ploeser, Chairman, 3633 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

171

63108; AlbertJ. Elfrank, Rt. 2, Advance 63730; Walter H. Baird, 234 E. Parkway Dr., Columbia 65203; Dr. Charles J. McClain, N.E. Missouri State University, Kirksville 63501; Bruce H. McCully, 2503 Stephenson, Sedalia 65301; Dr. G. Hugh Wamble, 4840 N.E. Chouteau Dr., Kansas City 64119; Dr. Fred W. Lanigan, 1250 Aspen Dr., Florissant 63031; Dr. M. Graham Clark, School of the Ozarks, Point Lookout 65726; Elvis A. Mooney, P.G.M., 117 N. Prairie St., Bloomfield 63825 RECOGNITION OF FOREIGN GRAND LODGES: Frank Ames Arnold, Chairman, 733 Main St., Boonville 65233; Herman A. Orlick, P.G.M., 12 Cambridge Ct., Glendale 63122; James M. Williams, 3502 Bel Nor Dr., St. Joseph 64506 SEARCH COMMITTEE: Vern H. Schneider, P.G.M., Chairman, 4 Exmoor Dr., St. Louis 63124; JudgeJ. 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 Dr., Affton 63123; Ronald Zumwalt, 275 N. Union, Portland Towers, St. Louis 63108; Dr. Albert L. Howe, 31 York Dr., St. Louis 63144; John E. Wetzel, Jr., 1117 S. Glenwood, Columbia 65203; Wendell J. Brunk, 1206 Skyline Dr., Grandview 64030; Lionel J. Goede, 715 Murray Hill Dr., Fenton 63026

OTHER APPOINTMENTS AUDITOR: Robert H. Asbury, 4173 Crescent Dr., Suite B, St. Louis 63129-1004 LIAISON OFFICERS TO YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS: INTERNATIONAL ORDER OF THE RAINBOW FOR GIRLS; Thomas C. Warden, P.O. Box 540, Owensville 65066 INTERNATIONAL ORDER OF JOB'S DAUGHTERS: Robert D. Jenkins, 7741 Troost, Kansas City 64131 INTERNATIONAL ORDER OF DEMOLAY: Daniel F. Cole, 6023 Southern Dr., Affton 63123

LIVING PAST GRAND MASTERS OF THIS JURISDICTION Homer L. Ferguson, 1927 N. Circle Dr., Jefferson City 65101 Col. James M. Sellers, Sunset View, Lexington 64067 Frank P. Briggs, 1132 N. Jackson St., 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 Rd., Columbia 65203 William R. Denslow, P.O. Box 569, Trenton 64683 Elvis A. Mooney, 117 N. Prairie St., Bloomfield 63825 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Judge J. Morgan Donelson, P.O. Box 211, Princeton 64673-0211 William H Chapman, 20 W. Lockwood, Webster Groves 63119 Walter L. Walker, P.O. Box 487, Neosho 64850-0487 Herman A. Orlick, 12 Cambridge Ct., Glendale 63122 Lewis C. Wes Cook, P.O. Box 12444, North Kansas City 64116 Fielding A. Poe, 501 N. Lafayette St., Florissant 63031 Dr. James A. Noland,Jr., Osage Beach 65065 Dr. J. c. Montgomery, Jr. 950 Forestlac Ct., St. Louis 63141 Gus O. Nations, 2440 Copper Beech Dr., St. Louis 63131 Dr. J. Edward Blinn, P.O. Box 14, Marshfield 65706-0014 Wm.J. Hill, Commerce Tower, Suite 1810,911 Main St., Kansas City 64105 Earl K. Dille, 27 Dunleith Dr., St. Louis 63131 Robert J. Crede, Rt. #2, Jefferson City 65101 Vern H. Schneider, 100 N. Broadway, Suite 700, St. Louis 63102 Charles E. Scheurich, 124 Meadow Ln., Columbia 65203

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 1985-1986

172

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

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

PAST GRAND SECRETARY Frank Ames Arnold, 733 Main St., Boonville 65233

MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI Officers 1986-1987 Honorary Chairman: P. Vincent Kinkead, Rt. 2, Box 243, Farmington 63640 President: Thomas K. McGuire, Jr., Rt. 5, Box 255, Rogersville 65742 Vice President: Joseph H. Collison, P.O. Box 126, Weston 64098 Secretary: Carl I. Stein (retired effective December 31, 1986) Stephen B. Givens, 5351 Delmar Blvd., St. Louis 63112 Assistant Secretary: Lawrence N. Weenick, 506 Kingdel Drive, Saint Louis 63124 Treasurer: James H. Cobban, 2611 W. Grand, Springfield 65806

Directors P. Vincent Kinkead, Rt. 2, Box 243, Farmington 63640 Thomas K. McGuire Jr., Rt. 5, Box 255, Rogersville 65742 Robert D. Jenkins, 7741 Troost, Kansas City 64131 Thomas C. Warden, P.O. Box 540, Owensville 65066 Daniel F. Cole, 6023 Southern Dr., Affton 63123 James H. Cobban (1987), 2611 West Grand, Springfield 65806 Lawrence N. Weenick (1987),506 Kingdel Dr., St. Louis 63124 Joseph H. Collison (1988), P.O. Box 126, Weston 64098 Gordon E. Hopkins (1988), 2212 Chambers Ave., St. Joseph 64506 D. Thomas Crunk (1989), 1409 S. Linden, Kennett 63857 Dr. Thomas M. Hodges (1989), 214 W. Jackson, Mexico 65265 William E. Fowler (1990), 1003 Thunderbird Dr., Harrisonville 64701 Richard Goff (1990),9315 Warrior Dr., St. Louis 63123

Executive Director James D. Wilson, 5351 Delmar Blvd., St. Louis 63112

Assistant Administrator -

Western Unit

Richard D. Sanders, 12101 East Bannister Rd., Kansas City 64138-4913

Secretary to the Board of Directors Stephen B. Givens, 5351 Delmar Blvd., St. Louis 63112

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

Controller Paul B. Tobias, 5351 Delmar Blvd., St. Louis 63112

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

173

MISSOURI LODGE OF RESEARCH Worshipful Master: Robert D. Jenkins, 7741 Troost, Kansas City 64131 Secretary-Treasurer: Frank W. Hazelrigg, Jr., 505 Highway Z, Fulton 65251

DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND MASTERS 1986-1987 1. Donald J. Kerner (362), 847 W. Thompson St., Kahoka 63445 2. Richard A. Clark (414), Rt. 1, Baring 63531

3. Dr. Wayne D. Smith (540), P.O. Box 5, Winigan 63566 5. W. Lynn Poush (257), 804 S. 18th St., Bethany 64424 6. Robert E. Rineman (321), Rt. 1, Box 17, Denver 64441 7. Marlin F. Slagle (470),1260 W. Crestview Dr., Maryville 64468 8. Lloyd N. Brown (483), 808 N. Third St., Tarkio 64491 9. Michael W. Hale (71), 6009 Savannah Rd., St. Joseph 64505 10. Doyle C. Kime (564), Rt. 2, Box 168, Jamesport 64648 11. Jimmie L. Offield (207), 1806 WornaB Rd., Excelsior Springs 64024 12. Bob Ray O'Dell (89), 627 N. Main St., Brookfield 64628 13. Gail S. Turner (82), P.O. Box 129, Purdin 64674 14. Russell D. Kohl (172), Rt. 4, Box 123, Macon 63552 15. Willis D. Williams (resigned) 15. Willard D. Hetzler (58), Rt. 2, Lewistown 63452 16. Robert C. Frank (17), P.O. Box 144, Clarksville 63336 17. Albert L. Ely (64), Rt. 1, Monroe City 63456 18. Billy G. Young (30), Rt. 2, Box 260, Huntsville 65259 19. Joseph E. Manson (74), P.O. Box 113, Keytesville 65261 21. Douglas A. Linville, (120), Rt. 3, Box 316, Excelsior Springs 64024 22A. John M. Hedrick (659), 3860 N. Cherry Ln., Kansas City 64116 22B. F. O. Benjamin Allen, II (656), 412 Madison, Lee's Summit 64063 23. Jack G. Padley (364), 2206 Walnut St., Higginsville 64037

DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND LECTURERS 1986-1987 1. Donald C. Treece (362), Rt. 3, Box 3, Kahoka 63445 2. Marion W. Rehm (resigned) 2. Dale C. Motter (366), 20 Suburban Dr., Kirksville 63501 3. Melvin L. Hall (349), Rt. 3, Box 173, Unionville 63565 5. Jimmie L. James (97), 519 S. 20th St., Bethany 64424 6. Guy L. Allee (88), Rt. 1, Box 139, Sheridan 64486 7. Vern W. Summa (470), P.O. Box 274, Maryville 64468 8. Darrell L. Jones (483), Rt. 2, Box 37, Fairfax 64446 9. Robert C. Jarrett (269), 2609 S. lith St., St. Joseph 64503 10. Daryl L. Price (559), Rt. 1, Amity 64422 11. F. 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), Rt. 2, Box 224, Meadville 64659 14. R. Clyde Foster (172), 921 E. McKinsey St., Moberly 65270 15. Michael K. Hudnut (370), Rt. 1, Box 32, Williamstown 63473 16. Tommy M. Lewis (17), Rt. 1, Box 188, Eolia 63344 17. William H. Harris (33), P.O. Box 72, Center 63436 18. Delbert Dailey (344), 837 Myra St., Moberly 65270 19. A. Merlin Armstrong (52), 712 W. Sixth St., Carrollton 64633 21. Donald E. Campbell (120), 5100 Huonker Road N.W., Kansas City 64151 22A. Dennis R. Speak (643), Rt. 2, Box 330, Liberty 64068 22B. Paul K. Kawakami (104), 820 E. 31st St., Kansas City 64109 23. James W. Stigall (57), 209 Wilson Blvd., Richmond 64085

174

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

24. Emmit G. Williams (205), 774 E. Yerby St., Marshall 65340 25. Wayne F. Studley (4), Rt. 2, Box 119, Fayette 65248 26. Marvin L. Painter (114), 2109 Bear Creek Dr., Columbia 65202 27. P. Monroe Bartley (612), Rt. 3, Box 279, Fulton 65251 28. LeRoy D. Raber (246), 559 W. Bell, Montgomery City 63361 29. Warren W. Wommack (75), Rt. 2, Box 261, Troy 63379 30. Raymond D. Crouch (resigned) 30. Clarence]. Seaton (609), 406 E. Banner, Warrenton 63383 31. John B. Moss (43),813 Mulberry,Jefferson City 65101 32. Roy L. Barnes (534), 913 Thornton St., Pacific 63069 34. George A. Jursch (450), 311 Catron Ave., Belton 64012 35. Ralph W. Rush (368), Rt. 1, Box 240, Archie 64725 36. Bruce L. Smith (653), P.O. Box 1013, Warsaw 65355 37. Lyle V. Ellis (29), P.O. Box 196, Windsor 65360 38. John T. Tinsley (375), 312 Ellis Ave., Waynesville 65583 39. Clarence W. Wieland (213), Rt. 2, Box 119, Rolla 65401 40. Thomas Hamby, Jr. (338), 503 Wall St., Herculaneum 63048 41. Ross Jackson (288), Rt. 1, Box 499, Wheatland 65779 42. M. Leon Gire (315), P.O. Box 53, Sheldon 64784 43. Lloyd J. Peterson (292), Rt. 1, Box 151, Liberal 64762 44. Russell]. Schell, Sr. (586), P.O. Box 357, Alba 64830 45. Charles C. Bybee (271),510 E. Grand, Springfield 65807 46. Jacob C. Baird (158), Rt. 2, Box 58, Norwood 65717 47. Paul E. Davis (353), Rt. 2, Box 192, Ellington 63638 48. Dennis C. McGuire (132), Rt. 3, Box 313, Farmington 63640 49. Joe D. Masterson (441), Rt. 3, Box 236, Jackson 63755 50. Lloyd E. Michelsen (184), P.O. Box 171, Oran 63771 51. Arblean McHugh (665), Rt. 1, Box 180A, Wardell 63879

1986

24. Thomas A. Meads (205), 208 E. Rea St., Marshall 65340 25. Tom T. Perkins (47), Rt. 1, Box 66, Rocheport 65279 26. Raymond E. Lee (602), 509 Texas Ave., Columbia 65202 27. Noland L. Bartley (612), Rt. 3, Box 244B, Fulton 65251 28. Richard E. Coyle (457), P.O. Box 33, Jonesburg 63351 29. Dennis L. Hammack (199), Rt. 2, Box 216, Elsberry 63343 30. Walter S. Specie (241), 512 Sanjuan, Apt. l-E, St. Charles 63303 31. William K. Johnson (43), Rt. 2, Box 110, New Bloomfield 65063 32. Elvis L. Winchester (593), Rt. 3, Box 934, Union 63084 34. William C. Snead, Sr. (450), Rt. 1, Box 4, Belton 64012 35. James E. Spencer (618), 6620 E. 134th St. Terr., Grandview 64030 36. Robert D. Weikal (236), 420 S. Grand Ave., Sedalia 65301 37. Edgar L. Kneip (548), 418 Peyton St., Clinton 64735 38. Virgil R. Bradsher (152), Rt. 2, Box 138, Sunrise Beach 65079 39. John L. Schafer (225), Rt. 1, Box 262A, Salem 65560 40. Charles W. Leach (578), 308 Marilyn Dr., Arnold 63010 41. Leo H. Pitts (288), P.O. Box 22, Hermitage 65668 42. Lacey Stapp (87), P.O. Box 12, Greenfield 65661 43. Robert E. Hammond (512), 328 E. Daugherty, Carterville 64835 44. Benny Leroy Roach (335), 1815 Jackson St., Joplin 64801 45. Randall]. Jones (439), Rt. 3, Box 159, Rogersville 65742 46. Ronnie L. House (543), P.O. Box 335, Mansfield 65704 47. James E. Newton (509), P.O. Box 135, Van Buren 63965 48. Harold]. Richardson (424), 502 Norwood Dr., Bonne Terre 63628 49. Laymon A. Allgood (672), 1735 Ridgeway Dr., Cape Girardeau 63701 50. Claude F. Stephens (590), P.O. Box 42, Advance 63730 51. Theodore T. Martin (571), 102 E. Washington St., Hayti 63851

1986

(~RAND

175

LODGE OF MISSOURI

52. Richard R. Brooks (209), Rt. 6, Box 288H, Poplar Bluff 63901 53. Herbert Cooper, Jr. (536), Rt. 2, Box 607, Willow Springs 65793 54. Frank D. Whiting (515), Rt. 4, Box 116, Galena 65656 55. Charles H. Moore (383), Rt. 3, Box 3485, Cassville 65625 56. Edwin W. Parker (538), Rt. 4, Box 369, Neosho 64850 58. Raymond C. Garber (320), P.O. Box 26, Versailles 65084 59. C. Keith Wilkinson, Sr. (614), 215 S. Hunter, Independence 64050 60. Paul Patton (68), P.O. Box 452, Kennett 63857 61 A. Gilbert L. Mattli (667), 8956 Stansberry Ave., St. Louis 63134 61B. Sidney Shear (20), 1102 Woodlake Village Dr., St. Louis 63141 61C. Edward A. Gilmore (243), 4330 Taft Ln., St. Louis 63116 61D. Billy J. Boyer (544), 5545 Homeward Ln., St. Louis 63129

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 54. Walter L. Shelton (352), Rt. 5, Box 454, Ozark 65721 55. Paul G. Gregory (284), 806 E. Walnut St., Aurora 65605 56. Lawrence R. Albright, II (247), Rt. I, Box 365, Neosho 64850 58. J. Dwight McDonald (591), Rt. 2, Box 63, Barnett 65011 59. Frederick A. Troxel, Jr. (337), 1005 S. 19th St., Blue Springs 64015 60. Randy E. Jennings (573), P.O. Box 474, Bernie 63822 61A. Roger G. Huffmaster (542), 926 Forestwood Dr., Ferguson 63135 61B. Charles M. Benedict (613), 573 Coachlight Ln., Hazelwood 63042 61C. Michael P. Singer, Sr. (636), 1864 S. Arlene Dr., Arnold 63010 61D. Wayne H. Branson (623), 2617 Midland Ridge, St. Louis 63114

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 61D 35 61 C 6 26 56 11 61A 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

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

â&#x20AC;˘

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

39 40 24 45 26 6 61 D 46

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

See "Lodge Directory by Districts" pages 201-220 for Worshipful Master (Name), Secretary (Name and Address), and Meeting Time.

176 No.

PROCEEDIN(~S

District

Name

642 Benjamin Franklin at Creve Coeur . 667 Berkeley at Berkeley . 573 Bernie at Bernie . 97 Bethany at Bethany . 379 Billings at Billings . 41 Bismarck at Bismarck . 535 Blackwell at Blackwell . 153 Bloomfield at Bloomfield .. , 337 Blue Springs at Blue Springs . 195 Bolivar at Bolivar . 45 Bonhomme at Ballwin . 597 Bosworth at Bosworth . 587 Branson at Branson . 135 Braymer at Braymer . 334 Breckenridge at Breckenridge . 616 Brentwood at Brentwood .. , 80 Bridgeton at St. John'S . 86 Brookfield at Brookfield . 269 Brotherhood at St. Joseph ., 501 Buckner at Buckner . 675 Bunker at Bunker . 442 Burlington at Burlington Junction........ . 254 Butler at Butler ,

61B 6lA 60 5 54 48 40 50 59 41 61C 19 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

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

1986

OF THE

No.

59 615 185 331 407 487 392 342 662 610 559 17 645 207 60 I 651 463 520 548 482

Name

District

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

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 61 B 34 53 61 D 37

492 539 400 88

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

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

See "Lodge Directory by Districts" pages 201-220 for Worshipful Master (Name), Secretary (Name and Address), and Meeting Time.

1986

District 47 40 50 13 45

No. 137 119 532 325 300

Name Delphian at Birch Tree DeSoto at DeSoto Dexter at Dexter Dockery at Meadville Doric at Elkland

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

Earl at Coffey . Easter at St. Clair . East Gate at Kansas City . East Prairie at East Prairie .. Edina at Edina . Eldorado at Luray . Elvins at Flat River . Eminence at Eminence . Eolia at Eolia . Equality at Newburg . . Essex at Essex Euclid at Crestwood . Eureka at Brunswick . Evergreen at New Haven .. , Everton at Everton . Ewing at Ewing . Excelsior at Jackson

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

Fairfax at Fairfax Fair Play at Fair Play Farmington at Farmington Fayette at Fayette Fellowship at Joplin Fenton at Fenton Ferguson at Ferguson Fidelity at Farley Florissant at Florissant Forest Park at Mehlville Forsyth at Forsyth Foster at Foster Four Mile at Campbell Fraternal at Robertsville Freedom at Mehlville Friend at Ozark Friendship at Chillicothe Fulton at Fulton

10 32 22-B 50 2 1 48 47 16 39 50 61C 19 32 42 15 49

F . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

41 48 25 44 61C 61A 21 61A 61C 54 35 60 32 61C 54 12 27

515 106 655 522

177

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Galena at Galena Gallatin at Gallatin Gardenville at St. Louis . . . .. Gate City at Kansas City ....

54 10 61 D 22-A

District No. Name 422 Gate of the Temple at Springfield 45 9 George Washington at St. Louis . 61D 427 Glenwood at Glenwood . 1 218 Good Hope at St. Louis . 610 . 11 397 Gower at Gower 644 Grain Valley at Grain Valley 59 514 Granby at Granby . 56 579 Grandin at Grandin . 47 276 Grand River at Freeman . 34 618 Grandview at Grandview . 59 272 Granite at Sedalia . 36 66 Grant City at Grant City . 6 173 Gray Summit at Gray Summit 32 414 Greensburg at Greensburg . . 2 635 Greentop at Greentop 1 107 Greenville at Greenville . . . .. 52 H

216 336 224 188 499 672 171 571 459 354 117 37 477 338 123 288 187 104 211 527 364 362 279 262 660 251 239 215 4

Hale City at Hale Hallsville at Hallsville . . . . . .. Hamilton at Hamilton Hannibal at Hannibal Harmony at St. Louis. . . . . .. Harold O. Grauel at Cape Girardeau . . . . . . . . . . .. Hartford at Hartford . . . . . . . Hayti at Hayti Hazelwood at Seymour Hebron at Mexico . . . . . . . . .. Helena at Helena Hemple at Hemple . . . . . . . .. Henderson at Rogersville '" Herculaneum at Herculaneum . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Hermann at Hermann. . . . .. Hermitage at Hermitage . . .. Hermon at Liberal Heroine at Kansas City Hickory Hill at Eugene. . . .. Higbee at Higbee Higginsville at Higginsville .. Hiram at Kahoka Hogles Creek at Wheatland Holden at Holden . . . . . . . . .. Holliday at Holliday . . . . . . .. Hope at Washington Hopewell at Lesterville Hornersville at Hornersville. Howard at New Franklin ...

19 26 12 15 61 D 49 3 51 45 27 9 II 45 40 32 41 43 22-B 31 18 23 1 41 36 17 32 47 60 25

See "Lodge Directory by Districts" pages 201-220 for Worshipful Master (Name), Secretary (Name and Address), and Meeting Time.

178

No. Name District 415 Hunnewell at Hunnewell 14 30 Huntsville at Huntsville. . . .. 18

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 11 60 61C 9 2 6IC 36 53

L 222 83 115 489 292 460 574 531

1986

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

15 38 27 50 43 61 D 36 39

District Name La Plata at La Plata 14 Lathrop at Lathrop 11 Latimer at Licking 39 Leadwood at Leadwood 48 Lebanon at Steelville 39 Lexington at Lexington , 23 Liberty at Liberty 11 Lick Creek at Perry 17 Lincoln at Fillmore 9 Linn at Linn . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 31 Linn Creek at Camdenton .. 38 Lockwood at Lockwood . . . .. 42 Lock Springs at Lock Springs 10 257 Lodge of Light at Eagleville. 5 259 Lodge of Love at Lancaster 1 403 Lowry City at Lowry City 37

No. 237 506 145 598 77 149 31 302 138 326 152 521 488

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 1 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 1 19 61C 12 61 D 1 55 18 44 61C 61A 18 41 27 55 31 17 43

See "Lodge Directory by Districts" pages 201-220 for Worshipful Master (Name), Secretary (Name and Address), and Meeting Time.

1986 No.

Name District 246 Montgomery at Montgomery City 28 58 Monticello at Monticello 15 603 Morehouse at Morehouse 50 184 Morley at Morley 50 351 Mosaic at Belleview . . . . . . . .. 48 558 Moscow at Moscow Mills .... 29 294 Mound City at Mound City 8 476 Mount Hope at Odessa ..... 23 40 Mount Moriah at S1. Louis .. 61 B 439 M1. Olive at Rogersville ... .. 45 99 M1. Vernon at Mount Vernon . . . . . . . . . . . .. 55 614 Mount Washington at Independence 59 327 M1. Zion at West Plains 53 158 Mountain Grove at Mountain Grove 46 637 Mountain View at Mountain View 53 221 Mystic Tie at Oak Ridge 49

N 25 568 247 60

429 270 473 470 157 643 358 622

Naphtali at S1. 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 North Star at Rock Port Northeast at Kansas City. . .. Northwest at Tarkio. . . . . . . . Norwood at Norwood

163 671 576 139 546 518 303 7

Occidental at Overland Odom at Portageville Olive Branch at S1. Louis .. Oregon at Forest City Orient at Kansas City Oriental at Blackburn Osage at Nevada O'Sullivan at Walnut Grove

510 199 307

179

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

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

o . , . . . .

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

No. Name District 623 Overland at Overland 61 A 624 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 S1. 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 S1. Louis Poplar Bluff at Poplar Bluff Potosi at Potosi Prairie at Gilman City Prairie Home at Prairie Home Pride of the West at S1. Louis Progress at Florissant Purity at Creve Coeur Putnam at Newtown........ Puxico at Puxico Pyramid at S1. Louis . . . . . . .. Pythagoras at Cassville . . . . ..

30 15 17 10 10 30 61 A 2 48 49 16 15 16 16 46 46 21 11 25 41 51 61 B 3 12 61 D 52 40 5 25 61B 61A 61B 3 50 61 D 55

380 Queen City at Queen City

R 33 Ralls at Center . . . . . . . . . . . .. 17 223 Ray at Camden 23 391 Raytown at Raytown. . . . . . .. 59

See "Lodge Directory by Districts" pages 201-220 for Worshipful Master (Name), Secretary (Name and Address), and Meeting Time.

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

District Name Republic at Republic 45 Rich Hill at Rich Hill 35 38 Richland at Richland Richmond at Richmond . 23 Riddick at Buffalo . 41 Rising Sun at Kansas City . 21 Robert Burns at Gainesville 53 Rockbridge at Almartha . 53 Rockhill at Kansas City . 22-B Rolla at Rolla . 39 Rose Hill at Creve Coeur .. , 61B 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 I

S 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 20

1986

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 . St. Louis at Creve Coeur .

39 48 48 53 17 44 9 9

43 3

36 60 61A 36 22-A 40 14 43 50 29

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

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 ,

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. . . . . . . . ..

48 39 15 9

61B

32 10 3 45 43 41

7 45 3 22-A 56 54 37

27 II 22-A 46 31 5 61B 24 61D 49 29 61B 26 40

61C

47 27 58 48 39 11

W 19 52 Wakanda at Carrollton 605 Walker at Walker 43 456 Wallace at Bunceton. . . . . . .. 25

See "Lodge Directory by Districts" pages 201-220 for Worshipful Master (Name), Secretary (Name and Address), and Meeting Time.

1986 No. 665 74 609 87 61 526 375 512 98 84

22 613 46 445 103 396 15 53 340

181

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Name District Wardell at Wardell 51 Warren at Keytesville . . . . . .. 19 Warrenton at Warrenton 30 Washington at Greenfield 42 Waverly at Waverly 23 Wayne at Piedmont 52 Waynesville at Waynesville .. 38 Webb City at Webb City 44 Webster at Marshfield 45 Webster Groves at Webster Groves 61C Wellington at De Kalb 9 Wellston at Hazelwood 61A 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 Westport at Kansas City .... 22-B

No.

162 417 620 370 29 540 430 387

Name District Whitesville at Whitesville . . . . 9 Whitewater at Whitewater .. 49 Willard at Willard . . . . . . . . .. 45 Williamstown at Williamstown 15 Windsor at Windsor 37 Winigan at Winigan 3 Winona at Winona 47 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 LIST 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 Meridian Beacon Howard United O'Sullivan

. . . . .

61-C 61-D 61-A 25 45 45

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

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

61-D 9 30 40 21 16 10 1 16 15 17 61-B

Wellington

Naphtali Ava Evergreen St. John's Windsor

. . . . .

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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. II Ralls Troy Mercer Cooper Hemple Callao. . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

17 29 12 25 II 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 19 21 34 24 31 23 15

See "Lodge Directory by Districts" pages 201-220 for Worshipful Master (Name), Secretary (Name and Address), and Meeting Time.

182 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.

1986

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

District 26 27 23 11 24 . 17 . 10 . 6 . . . . .

Kennett Sullivan

60 32

Savannah

Eureka Warren Silex Independence Lebanon St. Joseph Polar Star . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Bridgeton

19 19 29 59 39 9 61-B 61-A

Jackson Laclede Webster Groves

13 38 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 West View Heroine Kirksville Gallatin Greenville Stanberry . . . . .. Marcus

5 45 55 , 45 49 22-B ...... 2 10 52 6 48

No. Ill. 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 Trenton Maitland Plattsburg Twilight Laddonia Barnes Helena

. . . . . . .

DeSoto Compass

District 5 8 11 26 27 46 9

40 21

Hermann 32 Union Star 10 McFall-Gentryville 6 Seaman 3 Athens................... 6 Monett

Potosi Farmington Star of the West

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 North Star . . . . . . .. Mountain Grove

26 8 46

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

See "Lodge Directory by Districts" pages 201-220 for Worshipful Master (Name), Secretary (Name and Address), and Meeting Time.

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

No.

Name

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

Occidental Joachim . . . . . . Colony................... Camden Point Benevolence Hartford Censer Gray Summit .. Sturgeon . . Point Pleasant . . . . . . . . . . . .. Texas . . Pride of the West Pyramid . Pilot Knob California Morley Chamois . Hermon Hannibal Zeredatha Putnam .. .. .. . . Angerona . . Bolivar . . Carthage Allensville New Hope . . . . . . Rowley Trilumina Somerset Clay...................... . . Poplar Bluff Unionville......... Hickory Hill . . .. Four Mile Rolla ..

District

61-A 40

2 21 12 3 14 32 26 51 46 61-B 61-0 46 31 50 31 43 15 9 3 II 41 44 6 29

21 24 3 II 52 3 31 60 39

No.

Name

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.

Hornersville Hale City Barbee Good Hope Albert Pike Kansas City Mystic Tie La Belle Ray.................. .. Hamilton Salem Saline . . Shelbina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . St. James Cardwell Polo...................... . . St. Francois . . Sedalia La Plata Rushville Hopewell . .. . . Palestine.................. . . Keystone Middle Fabius. . . . . . . . . . . . . Knob Noster. . . . . . . . . . . . .. Montgomery Neosho . . . . . Hope . . . Butler Alton . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Shekinah Lodge of Light. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lodge of Love Mechanicsville . . Holden Summit .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . Corinthian................ . .

183 District

60 19 24 61-0 22-B 22-A 49 15 23 12 39 48 14 39 60 12 48 36 14 9 47 30 61-C I 36 28 56

32 35 53 40 5 I 30 36 59 36

See "Lodge Directory by Districts" pages 201-220 for Worshipful Master (Name), Secretary (Name and Address), and Meeting Time.

184 No.

19H6

PROCEEDINGS OF THE Name

267. Aurora Theodore Roosevelt 268. 269. Brotherhood.............. 270. New Salem 271. Solomon.................. 272. Granite................... 273. St. Clair 274. Cold Spring 275. 276. Grand River 277. 278. Essex 279. Hogles Creek 280. 281. Fenton 282. Cosmos 283. Stockton.................. 284. Canopy................... 285. Earl...................... 286. 287. Craft 288. Hermitage 289. 290. 291. Edina 292. Lamar 293. Sarcoxie 294. Mound City. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295. Moniteau 296. Sparta.................... 297. 298. Sampson 299. Temple 300. Doric 301. 302. Lick Creek. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 303. Osage 304. 305. Cecile Daylight 306. 307. New London....... . . . 308. Parrott................... 309. 310. Sikeston 311. Kearney 312. Cuba 313. Meramec 314. 315. Jerusalem 316. Rural 317.

District

61-D 9 29 45 36 37 36 34 50 41 61-C 61-B 42 55 10 15 41 2 43 44 8 31 54 53 22-A 45 17 43 22-A 17 10 50 II 39 61-C 42 22-A

No.

Name

District

318. Eldorado . 319. Paulville 320. Versailles 321. Jonathan 322.. . 323.. . 324. McDonald 325. Dockery.................. 326. Linn 327. Mt. Zion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 328. Cainsville 329. . . 330. Paul Revere 331. Charity ......... 332. . . 333. . . 334. Breckenridge 335. Joplin 336. Hallsville 337. Blue Springs 338. Herculaneum 339. Fidelity 340. Westport 341. . . 342. Circle 343... .. 344. Moberly 345. Fellowship 346. Arlington 347. America 348.. . 349. Pollock 350.. . 351. Mosaic 352. Friend 353. Barnesville................ 354. Hebron 355. Adelphi 356. Ancient Landmark 357. . . 358. Northwest 359.. . 360. Tuscan 361. Riddick................... 362. Hiram.................... 363. Fraternal 364. Higginsville 365. Bayou 366. Adair 367. Barry 368. Crescent Hill " 369. Composite

2 58 6 59 13 31 53 5 61-A 9 12 44 26 59 40 21 22-B 37 18 44 39 61-D 3 48 54 47 27 21 26 8 61-B 41 1 32 23 53 2 55 35 52

See "Lodge Directory by Districts" pages 201-220 for Worshipful Master (Name), Secretary (Name and Address), and Meeting Time.

1986

185

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI District

No.

Name

370. 371. 372. 373. 374. 375. 376. 377. 378. 379. 380. 381. 382. 383. 384. 385. 386. 387. 388. 389. 390. 391. 392. 393. 394. 395. 396. 397. 398. 399. 400. 401. 402. 403. 404. 405. 406. 407. 408. 409. 410. 411. 412. 413. 414. 415. 416. 417. 418. 419. 420. 421.

Williamstown Sheldon

15 43

Belle

Waynesville King Hill....... Ancient Craft

38 9 6

Billings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 54 Queen City I Ionia 58 Pythagoras East Prairie Richland

55 50 38

Woodside

Raytown Christian Bee Hive

59 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 59 II

Western Light Gower Jasper Pike Decatur Carterville

41 11 44 16 55 44

Lowry City Rosendale Everton Malden Charleston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

37 9 42 60 50

Iberia Joppa Appleton City

38 46 37

Greensburg 2 Hunnewell 14 Cache ............ .. 61-0 Whitewater .., 49 Star

Urbana

No.

422. 423 424. 425 426 427. 428 429. 430. 431. 432. 433. 434. 435. 436 437. 438. 439. 440. 441. 442. 443. 444. 445. 446. 447. 448. 449 450. 451. 452. 453. 454. 455. 456. 457. 458 459. 460. 461. 462. 463. 464 465. 466. 467. 468. 469. 470. 471. 472. 473.

Name

District

Gate of the Temple

45 .

Samaritan Glenwood

48 . . . .

New Madrid Winona . . Competition . . .. Macks Creek . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . Rockbridge . . . Temperance .. Mt. Olive Trowel Excelsior Burlington...... Anchor........... Ada West Gate Ivanhoe Jacoby......... Schell City . Belton.................... . . . . Forsyth................... Continental . . Wallace....... . . . . . . . . .. Jonesburg . Hazelwood . . . . . . . . . . .. Lambskin Caruthersville Santa Fe . . . . . . .. Clifton . . . Southwest Pleasant Hope .. . . Plato .. . . . . . . . . . . Nodaway........ Mineral . . Nineveh

51 47 38 38 53 11 45 49 49 7 61-C 23 61-C 22-B 6 43 34 54 10 25 28 45 61-0 51 17 53 56 41 46 7 44 29

See "Lodge Directory by Districts" pages 201-220 for Worshipful Master (Name). Secretary (Name and Address). and Meeting Time.

186 No. 474 475 476. 477. 478 479. 480. 48 I . 482. 483. 484. 485. 486. 487. 488. 489. 490. 49 I. 492. 493. 494 495. 496. 497. 498 499. 500. 50 I. 502. 503. 504. 505. 506. 507 508. 509. 510. 5 I I. 512. 513. 514. 515. 516. 517. 518. 519. 520. 521. 522. 523 524 525.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE Name

District

. . Mount Hope Henderson

. Rich Hill Jewel Marceline................. Clintonville Fairfax............... .. Kirkwood Coldwater Cairo..................... Chilhowee........ .. .... Lock Springs. . . . . . .. " Lakeville Montevallo Vandalia Daggett . . . Unity .. .. Robert Burns Equality . Harmony '" . . Buckner.................. Philadelphia Prairie Home Platte City Euclid Lathrop . Saxton Van Buren New Hampton Skidmore ..... Webb City Senath Granby Galena .. . '" Oriental . Crane . Clifton Heights . Lockwood . Gate City . . . Cunningham..............

23 45 35 34 13 43 8 61-C 34 18 36 10 50 43 27 28 43 53 39 61-D 59 15 25 21 61-C 11 9 47 5 7 44 60 56 54 24 54 61-D 42 22-A 19

No. 526. 527. 528. 529. 530 531. 532. 533. 534. 535. 536. 537. 538. 539. 540. 541. 542. 543. 544. 545. 546. 547. 548. 549. 550. 551. 552. 553. 554. 555. 556. 557. 558. 559. 560 561. 562 563. 564. 565. 566. 567. 568. 569. 570. 571. 572. 573. 574. 575. 576. 577.

1986

Name Wayne Higbee Conway Apollo

District 52 18 38 61-A . Lanes Prairie 39 Dexter 50 Comfort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 55 Columbia . . . . .. 32 Blackwell 40 Ingomar 53 . . Stella..................... 56 Dawn 12 Winigan 3 Jacksonville 18 Ferguson 61-A Mansfield................. 46 Algabil 61-D Zalma 49 Orient............. 22-A South Gate 22-A Clinton 37 Carl Junction 44 Rose Hill 61-B Pendleton 48 Calhoun 37 . . FoMer 35 Summersville . . . . . . . . . . .. 46 Prairie ... 5 . . Moscow 29 Clarksdale................ 10 . Cowgill 12 . York.. . 22-B Jamesport 10 Tebbetts.................. 27 Maplewood 61-C Miller 55 Naylor 52 Marlborough 59 Republic.................. 45 Hayti............ 51 Rutledge 1 Bernie 60 La Monte 36 EaMer 32 Olive Branch 61-B Ewing 15

See "Lodge Directory by Districts" pages 201-220 for Worshipful Master (Name), Secretary (Name and Address), and Meeting Time.

1986 No. 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. 611. 612. 613. 614. 615. 616. 617. 618. 619. 620. 621. 622. 623. 624. 625. 626. 627.

187

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Name Forest Park Grandin

District 61-C 47

Illmo Koshkonong

49 53

Criterion Branson St. Francisville

44 54 I

Advance Barnett

50 58

Union

36 Cole Camp Puxico 50 Bosworth 19 Leadwood 48 Elvins 48 Cosby.................. .. 9 Clayton 61-B Acacia 26 Morehouse 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 61-0

No. 628. 629. 630. 631. 632. 633. 634 635. 636. 637. 638. 639.

Name Mendon Valley Park East Gate . Belgrade Archie

Greentop Freedom Mountain View Triangle Mizpah

District 19 61-C ,........ 22-B . 40 34 . 1 61-C 53 61-B 61-A

~:~: J;~:;~gs.:::::::::::::::::: ~~~~

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.

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

61-B 22-A 59 60 61-A

34 36 61-0 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

See "Lodge Directory by Districts" pages 201-220 for Worshipful Master (Name). Secretary (Name and Address). and Meeting Time.

GRAND SECRETARY'S TABULAR STATEMENT

Name and Number of Lodge and Date of Charter

g;~

Ii..s

I-<

"tl

-<~

• '"

•

1 (l

~ ~ ~

"tl

IE:;

E I Missouri-Commonwealth (10-8-1816) Meridian (5-6-1852) . Beacon (5-10-1849) . Howard (5-6-1852) United (5-30-1857) O'Sullivan (10-19-1867) George Washington (5-10-1849) 10 Agency (6-1-1866) 11 Pauldingville (5-8-1852) 12 Tyro (4-7-1825) . 13 Rising Sun (5-6-1852) . 14 Eolia (10-16-1884) 15 Western Star (6-1-1866) 16 Memphis (5-6-1852) 17 Clarksville (10-8-1830) 18 Palmyra (4-25-1831) 19 Paris Union (3-1-1835) 20 St. Louis (10-24-1836) 22 Wellington (5-6-1852) 25 Naphtali (10-14-1839) 26 Ava (10-13-1887) 27 Evergreen (5-26-1864) 28 St.John·s (10-14-1839) 29 Windsor (6-2-1866) . 30 Huntsville (10-8-1840) 31 Liberty (10-9-1840) . 33 Ralls (6-9-1853) 34 Troy (10-7-1841) 35 Mercer (6-9-1853) .. 36 Cooper (10-9-1841) . 37 Hemple (10-18-1900) . 38 Callao (6-2-1866) 40 Mount Moriah

!j.!:!

~.g-

I I

2 2

-< ]

:; ...

]

2 3 4 5 7 9

...

.:::

.~ E

] I 5 2 7

7 I I

"tl

~ .g

;£ I 6 I 6

12 2

9 I

4 17

I 3 5

I 4 5

I 2 3 I

I 2 3 4 I

I 2

I 5 1 3 2 I

I I

3 3 I

2 3 I

I I

3 I 4 2 I I I

.::: c

0( .~

l} ~~

2 11 I I

]] ss

.,,;

1l.";

~ ~

-g~ ~.g

2 13 3 2 33 12

o ...

.::~

j .;;

1l]

2 I

I I

I I 9 9 8

3 4

2 7 I

U ~

:i 1l "tl

...

.§

6 3 5 7 2 3 5 3

I I

1 3

]

}

1 .~

I::

~1l

~~ "'U

13 7 6 6 6 4 3

2 3

18 51 54 5 37 4

7 30 34 3 23 2

I 2 No 1986 Annual Return Received 2 2 2 21 I I I

3 3 1 1 I

~ 11 s

I 3 20 2 2 6 13 II

I I I

2 I 4

~~ t;::J

~.e-

6 5 7 36 8 16 6 8 14 7 15 8

a 's

::l

7 7

8 I 5 3

6 7 2 3

4 9 9 4 4

'\0

.'\

2 I

~ .~

:sj

<&>

"WOO 4496.00 3808.00 640.00 4624.00 648.00

129 67 96 153 463 35 56

896.00 472.00 728.00 1152.00 3656.00 256.00 424.00

36 97 88 294 III 109 114 43 213 100 158 340 51 150 94 139 65 71

248.00 736.00 656.00 2040.00 776.00 776.00 856.00 280.00 1576.00 760.00 1144.00 2664.00 408.00 1144.00 680.00 1056.00 488.00 536.00

340

2296.00

~]~ 5. 2 ~

'2·g ~

212 609 535 85 613 86

~~ ~.. ~

... ""

"tl

... ... S

~~~

~.=

I "., I

;00 100.00 25.00 40.00 10.00 . . . . . . . .. 35.00 140.00

100.00 I

80.00 340.00

25.00

20.00 85.00

20.00 40.00 60.00 80.00 20.00 20.00

5.00 10.00 15.00 20.00 5.00 5.00

80.00

20.00

20.00 100.00 20.00 60.00 40.00 20.00 20.00 20.00

5.00 25.00 5.00 15.00 10.00 5.00 5.00 5.00

fiO.OO

1'\.00

41 BISmarck (10-15-1891) . . . . . 1 ~3 Jefferson (11-15-1841) 7 Fair Pia\" -'10-18-1900) Bonhomme (10-9-1841) 1 Wemz\"ille (6-2-1866) . . . . 3 I Fayette (10-17-1842) Fulton (10-19-1842) . Xenia (6-2-1866) Wakanda(10-17-1842) 3 Weston (10-11-1842) Index (10-16-1884) Arrow Rock (10.11.1842) . . . I Tipton (6-2-1866) . I Richmond (10路11-1842) 2 .. Monticello (10-12-1842) Centralia (10-19-1867) .. New Bloomfield (5-25-1854) . 2 Waverly (6-2-1866) . . . . . . . Vincil (10-19-1867) Cambridge (6-2-1866) ... Monroe (6-2-1866) I Pattonsburg (5路29路1854) .... Grant City (10-10-1894) Kennett (10-16-1889) . I 1 Sullivan (6-2-1866) . . . . . . Savannah (10.28-1844) . Eureka (10-16-1845) Warren (10-20-1845) I Silex (10-21-1897) . Independence (10-14-1846) 6 Lebanon (10-14-1846) . . . . . 2 St.Joseph (10-14-1846) . Polar Star (10.14-1846) . . . . . ... , Bridgeton (10-14-1846) . 4 Jackson (10-15-1846) I Laclede (5-25-1854) . 6 2 Webster Grove. (10-21-1897) 1 Brookfield (6-2-1866) . I Washington (10-12-1847) . . . I Defiance (10-17-1878) I Friendship (10-12-1847) 9 Russellville (10-11-1888) ... , Perseverance (10-12-1847) St. Mark's (10-14-1847) . ... I Vienna (10-17路1878) Pomegranate (9-21-1916) . .. . ... Bethany (5-25-1854) Webster (5-28-1858) 2 .... Mt. Vernnn (] 0-19-1 R1i7) 1 I

44 45 46 47 48 50 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 68 69 71 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 82 83 84 86 87 88 89 90 92 93 94 95 97 98 99

10 2 8 5 2

5 5

2 3 33

I I I

I I

1 3

2 3 2 I

I I

18 3 II

2 33

...

I I

....

3 2 2

....

I I I I

1 4

I I I

I I

2 3

I I

1 1 1

1 1

4 5

5 5

5 1 6 5 5 2 2

5 2

7 2

1 5 2 2

I I

5 I

...

2 I

2 5 11

2 10 I

I 3 2 12

4 40 4 16 .,. , 6

I I I

.... ...

....

2 11

...

8 I

.... ... ....

... .. , .

.... 1 4 I 1

. ...

11 1 ... 30

2 2

3 5 1 1 .... 7 5

2 2 .. 1

2 .... 2

3 ... 2 1 4 8 4 2 4 3 48 5 20 9 12 4 6 23 3 6

12 1 2

. .

1 .... 1 3 ...

8 4 6 16

I I

10 39 5

...

39 2 12 4 12

2 ... 9

I I

,.,

...

6 ..

4 3 4 I

...

12 . . . . 4 2

I 18

.... ... . ...

8 2 3 6 1 8 6 8 8 1 6 4 4 4 11 I 12 4 I 5 1 ... 19 24 12 2 36 2 25 5 21 6 7 .... 10 I 16 7 20 I 1 15 4 4 10 2 22 5 3 25 I 4 6 6 1 2

113 512 47 279 184 139 123 149 379 133 89 53 47 283 63 105 61 55 106 69 60 65 80 187 201 210 69 47 47 1552 183 503 138 418 83 215 521 184 181 42 272 74 142 311 42 238 119 157

'In

896.00 3760.00 360.00 2123.25 1456.00 1153.25 920.00 1104.00 2664.00 1104.00 712.00 416.00 368.00 2272.00 480.00 784.00 424.00 392.00 784.00 480.00 440.00 488.00 608.00 1472.00 1584.00 1584.00 520.00 336.00 376.00 12096.00 1368.00 3018.00 864.00 3136.00 616.00 1640.00 4048.00 1416.00 1280.00 328.00 2024.00 568.00 1040.00 2272.00 328.00 1696.00 872.00 1208.00 712 nn

60.00 200.00 40.00 160.00 100.00 40.00 20.00 20.00 80.00

40.00 60.00 40.00 20.00

15.00 50.00 10.00 40.00 25.00 10.00 5.00 5.00 20.00

... 10.00 15.00 10.00 5.00

.......

20.00 60.00 20.00 20.00

5.00 15.00 5.00 5.00

20.00 60.00 20.00 20.00

5.00 15.00 5.00 5.00

...

60.00

15.00

140.00 20.00 100.00 20.00 120.00

35.00 5.00 25.00 5.00 30.00

100.00 100.00 40.00 40.00

25.00 25.00 10.00 10.00

140.00

35.00

20.00 100.00 40.00 40.00

5.00 25.00 10.00 10.00

100.00

25.00

...

?()

...

; on

GRAND SECRETARY'S TABULAR STATEMENT -

Name and Number of Lodge and Date of Charter

100 103 104 105 106

A.h Grove (10-18-1899) We" View (6-2-1866) . Heroine (5-10-1849) .. Kirk.ville (5-26-1846) . Gallatin (10-16-1879)

107 Greenville (10-4-1886) . . . 109 Stanberry (10-17-1878) . 110 Marcu. (5-10-1849) . . . III Trenton (5-9-1850) . 112 Maitland (10-19-1867) 113 P1an~burg (5-9-1850) . . 114 TWIlight (10-19-1867). 115 Laddonia (10-12-1882) 116Barne.(l0-17-1878)....... 117 Helena (10-22-1924)

...

I a..

~ :c.. J . "":S ~:S ] ] ~. ~ 8 ~~ i 8 ~ ~ §e ~e ; ~ ~] ]]~ ~~ ~ ~~ ~ C S~ ~~ ~~ 1l;i] ~ c ~ ~§ ~ ~ ].!i 1l ~ ~ -a 2l II ~ :::!11l .S .~ .5 .5 '8 ~ r.:l ~ ~.g .~ ~ .~~;:~ ]:a -S ~ 1's . : e .:a ~ ~ ~ Jj ~ 5 ~ ~ ~ is ;E is 8 ~ 9 ~ ~ ~ ~ r.:l ~ ~~ ~

IE "3

::1

« : :!1

.!:l

g-~

Q. .

~] £ ~e ] ]~

.!:l

'" ::!;

...

.9-

. . . .

"tl

0..

"tl

.f I 6 3

1 2 2

1 1 2

1 2 8 5 I

2 1

1 3

1 1

5 2

1 2

1 1

I 5

9 1 1

7 1

De Soto (10-19-1867) . . . . . . Compa.. (5-10-1850) Hermann (5-10-1850) Union Star (10-15-1885) McFall-Gentryville

1 3

126 127 129 131 132 133

(5-10-1850) . . . . . Seaman (5-28-1858) . . . . . . . Athen. (5-8-1851) . . Monen (10.15-1890) . . . . . POIO.i (5-28-1851) . . . . Farmington (5-10-1851) . . . . Star of the We"

135 136 137 138 139 141 142

(5-5-1851) ..... , 1 Braymer (10-17-1889) 1 Phoenix (5-9-1859) . . . . . , 1 Delphian (10-17.1895) 1 Lincoln (6-2-1866) . Oregon (5-31-1855) . . . Am.terdam (9-27-1906) . P1ea.ant Grove (5-31-1855)

2 4 1

1 2 1

1 1 5

...

'=! C

. . . .

1 2 13 3 4

~• 1 I

30 8

1 I

1 9

. . . . 1 8

I 9

3 I

1 2

1 1 1 2 2. . . .

1 •

3' . . . I

3 2 1

4 1

2 2

. . . . 3

7 1 2 9 11 2 .... 3 16 1 1

2 3 3

4 1

1 1 1 1

4 3

3 6 9 4 3 2 2 2

7 1

4 I I

1 '. . .

I 6

:J2

c S

~~ .~ §

108 58 656 428

848.00 448.00 4576.00 3296.00

20.00 120.00 60.00

5.00 30.00 15.00

117 100 77 210 273 27 72 494 32 55

904.00 768.00 608.00 1600.00 2000.00 208.00 536.00 4008.00 248.00 376.00

20.00 20.00 100.00 40.00

5.00 5.00 25.00 10.00

300.00 20.00 20.00

75.00 5.00 5.00

224.00 1592.00 1144.00 744.00 320.00

40.00 80.00

10.00 20.00

29 203 151 106 43

20.00

5.00

376.00 632.00 960.00 1528.00 1024.00 1336.00

80.00

5 2 1

52 81 127 196 134 170

7 3 .... 6 3 1 .... 5 7 1 4 1

92 89 84 53 44 115 54 46

704.00 688.00 600.00 416.00 312.00 912.00 400.00 360.00

~ ~

...

]

.9-

18 20 3

119 120 123 124 125

Continued

3 4 44 17 5 6 2 9 25

47 4

2 I

~ 6

1 6

2 5 7 13 2

1 I

5 6 8 7 2

::;

:;;;

~~ l>.

~ .~ ~]

~ ~

20.00

20.00 .... 30.00 .... 5.00

60.00 40.00 20.00

15.00 10.00 5.00

20.00

5.00

120.00

143 144 145 147 149 151 152 153 154 156 157 158 162 163 164 168 169 170 171 172 173 174 176 177 179 180 182 183 184 185 187 188 189 190 193 195 197 198 199 204 205 206 207 209 210 211 212 213 215

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) . 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) Pvramid (9-21-1916) . . . . . . Pilot Knob (10-17-1895) California (10-19-1898) . Morley (10-19-1899) Chamois (5-28-1859) Herman (10-17-1889) . Hannibal (5-28-1859) . Zeredatha (5-28-1859) Putnam (5-28-1859) . Angerona (5-28-1859) Bolivar (10-19-1867) Carthage (10-19-1867) Allensville (5-30-1860) New Hope (5-31-1860) . Rowley (10-19-1867) Trilumina (10-19-1867) Somerset (5-29- 186 1) . Clay (5-30-1861) . Poplar Bluff (5-30-1861) . l:nionville (5-30-1861) Hickorv Hill (10-19-1867) Four Mile (10-19-1867) . Rolla (5-30-1861) HornerS\'ille (5-30-1861)

2 12 2

2 9 2

4 5 3

2 1 3 I

....

5 3

2 2

....

1 3

5 3 2 2

....

I I I

I I

14 3 7

3 2

I I

4 6

3 5 7

2 I

9 5 I

7 5

1 2

2 6 4

2 2 2 13 7 4 1 2

3 2

2 I

I I

8 2 2 .. .. 8 7 10 I 2 I 9 6 2 3 1 5 12 5 3 3 3 6 8

2 2 5 2 8 2 8 2 3

3 3

1 2

I I

4 1

6 12

10 14

I I

17 2 8 7 8 45 8

1 2

2 I I

11 2 3 4

4 3

4 2

2 3 13 2 5

1 I

1 1

3 2 6 17 4 2 6 4

3 1 2 6

7 9

3 9

3 2

2 I

1 1 10

4 I I

1 I

6 14 2

1 4

11 13 2 3 4 7

6 14 2 1 I

1 7

6 2 5 5 3

7 1 I

6 I

II I

5 14

4 42

69 48 103 229 198 45 194 141 153 129 134 116 81 118 194 42 71 27 78 171 78 46 62 113

472.00 368.00 776.00 1784.00 1512.00 344.00 1480.00 1064.00 1216.00 992.00 976.00 888.00 632.00 904.00 1536.00 336.00 552.00 192.00 608.00 1264.00 576.00 336.00 488.00 872.00

103 326 33 130 102 73 117 147 586 66 88 128 308 35 94 67 169 49 197 413 144 38 127 429

752.00 1768.00 256.00 904.00 816.00 496.00 888.00 1104.00

104

80.00

20.00

40.00 230.00 40.00 20.00 100.00 60.00 20.00 20.00 60.00 20.00

10.00 56.00 10.00 5.00 25.00 15.00 5.00 5.00 15.00 5.00

100.00 60.00 40.00 40.00

25.00 15.00 10.00 10.00

40.00

10.00

60.00 60.00

15.00 15.00

20.00 40.00

5.00 10.00

20.00 40.00 20.00

5.00 10.00 5.00

I I

.... 464.00 . ."'00 ""00 696.00 40.00

55.00

60.00 80.00

10.00 15.00 20.00

80.00

20.00

220.00 260.00 40.00 60.00 80.00 140.00

55.00 65.00 10.00 15.00 20.00 35.00

952.00 2328.00 280.00 712.00 520.00 1304.00 368.00 1568.00 3168.00 1056.00 296.00 992.00 3088.00 792.00

20.00

5.00

GRAND SECRETARY'S TABULAR STATEMENT -

Continued

Name and Number of Lodge and Date of Charter

g;~

] e

f-<

'"~ ]~ E~ S -<::E -< 216 217 218 219 220 221 222 223 224 225 226 228 230 231 232 234 236 237 238 239 241 243 244 245 246 247 251 254 255 256 257 259 260 262 263

Hale City (10-12-1893) . Barbee (10-19-1867) Good Hope (5-30-1861) Albert Pike (10-17-1895) . Kansas City (5-30-1861) Mystic Tie (5-30-1861) LaBelle (10-11-1888) Ray (9-21-1921) Hamilton (10-19-1867) Salem (5-29-1862) . Saline (5-29-1862) . Shelbina (5-29-1862) St. James (5-29-1863) . Cardwell (10-19-1899) Polo (10-17-1876) . St. Francois (5-26-1864) Sedalia (5-24-1864) La Plata (6-22-1866) 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) . Neosho (5-28-1856) . Hope (10-15-1868) Butler (10-15-1868) . Alton (10-15-1868) Shekinah (10-15-1868) Lodge of Light (10-15-1868) . Lodge of Love (10-15-1868) Mechanicsville (10-15-1868) Holden (10-15-1868) Summit (10-15-1868) .

~ -<

:; e

.~'"

'"~Q

'" =a.: ~ ~~

1 ~

1 1

~::t;

t::>

~ ",.ri

~ ยง

c'::;

;lLol

~JJ

~ 5

1 2

.,;

4 3 4

3 2 3

1 3

2 4

3 1

3 2

4 2

4 5 1

1 3 2

2 2

.:;

].ri

]

-g-;

~JJ

of-<

it :::'Q.

]~ .;a~

~.g

1 4 4

4 4 7 2 2 2

c: .~

t,.e-

it! :3] ee

c:i

o " .::::E

:::'Iii>

I I

2 4 3 2

1 I I

3 9

2 3

I I

2 I

3 1 3

I I

4 2 6 3 2

1 1 1

1 22 8 1 2 2 2 2 5

1 1

2 2

2 3

2 1

I I I

~ ~

10 3

6 9

~ ~ .:l

]

~.ยง

5 10 70 12 11 7 10 2 5 20 3 5 2 1 2 4 29 10 6 2 10 9 3

2 1

1 1 4 3

~-a.

Cl..

2 2 18 2 7 3 5 1 7 7 5 6 4 1 2 1 15 3 3 4 12 9

3 2

...~::E"

's e ~~ 08 ~p ~::E

~;f

Cl..

~ ell ee

I I

4 3 8 2 1 2 3 4

18 13 12 4 6 16 3 6 I

9 10

]

:~e

2 7 7 2

63 76 327 184 213 59 123 66

1 5 1 2 1 1 4

6 3

2 2 I I

6 2

77 259 146 190 139 58 67 80 445 178 72 143 511 168 29 92 204 291 165 124 106 215 65 81 79 125 280

'0.

"a..

~ ~

.~ ยง c: .:::

::E"::

(5~

~1l '7: !~ 464.00 528.00 2040.00 1344.00 1576.00 400.00 904.00 512.00 576.00 1912.00 1128.00 1480.00 1112.00 448.00 520.00 600.00 3304.00 1368.00 544.00 1144.00 4016.00 1288.00 208.00 768.00 1496.00 2232.00 1216.00 960.00 752.00 1632.00 496.00 600.00 624.00 928.00 2168.00

t~ c: 0

'"::E

~.g

~ :~

5.00 20.00 20.00 35.00 10.00 10.00 10.00

20.00 80.00 80.00 140.00 40.00 40.00 40.00

20.00 100.00

5.00 25.00

20.00 80.00 60.00 20.00 60.00 180.00

5.00 20.00 15.00 5.00 15.00 45.00

40.00 20.00 60.00 20.00 60.00 20.00 20.00 40.00

10.00 5.00 15.00 5.00 15.00 5.00 5.00 10.00

20.00 20.00 160.00

5.00 5.00 40.00

265 Corinthian (10-15-1868) 267 Aurora Theodore Roosevelt (10-15-1868) . 269 Brotherhood (10-19-1922) 270 New Salem (10-18-1868) 271 Solomon (10-15-1868) 272 Granite (10-15-1868) 273 SI. Clair (10-15-1868) . 274 Cold Spring (10-16-1879) 276 Grand River (10-15-1868) 278 Essex (9-29-1904) 279 Hogles Creek (10-15-1868) . 281 Fenton (10-15-1868) 282 Cosmos (10-15-1868) 283 Stockton (10-15-1868) . . . . . 284 Canopy (10-17-1889) 285 Earl (10-15-1868) 287 Craft (10-15-1868) 288 Hermitage (10-15-1868) 291 Edina (10-15-1868) 292 Lamar (10-15-1868) . 293 Sarcoxie (10-15-1868) . 294 Mound City (10-15-1868) 295 Moniteau (10-15-1868) 296 Sparta (10-10-1888) . 298 Sampson (10-18-1900) 299 Temple (10-15-1868) . 300 Doric (10-15-1868) 302 Lick Creek (10-15-1868) 303 Osage (10-15-1868) . 305 Cecile Daylight (10-17-1923) . 307 New London (10-12-1869) . 108 Parrott (10-12-1869) 110 Sikeston (10-12-1869) . \I I Kearney (10-12-1869) . :12 Cuba (10-13-1887) \13 Meramec (10-19-1923) . . . . . '15 Jerusalem (10-22-1896) . :16 Rural (10-12-1869) d 8 Eldorado (10-12-1869) 319 Paulville (10-12-1869). 320 Versailles (10-18-1923) 321 Jonathan (10-12-1869) 324 McDonald (10-12-1869) 325 Dockery (10-12-1869) . 326 Linn (10-19-1898) . 327 Mount Zion (10-13-1870) .. 328 Cainsville (10-13-1870)

2 4 4 16 4 I 3

I 13

I 3 2

16 6

I I 6 1 I

9 5 I I I

9 4

I I

2 6

2 12

I 9

3 1

I 3

2 3

4 2

I I

5 I 2 3

2 2 3

2 I 1 2 1

2 6 3 3 I

I I

217

1656.00

80.00

20.00 5.00 85.00

24 10 12 3 2

9 13

1344.00 4144.00 448.00 6696.00 2728.00 448.00 592.00 344.00 560.00 704.00 2992.00 1232.00 896.00 1504.00 136.00 888.00 1032.00 808.00 1216.00 856.00 696.00 216.00 592.00 544.00 1952.00 384.00 912.00 1320.00 872.00 600.00 656.00 2544.00 360.00 1272.00 896.00 328.00 696.00 312.00 568.00 1216.00 288.00

20.00 340.00

196 539 54 854 360 67 74 45 72 87 379 167 123 198 19 114 136 106 163 114 88 32 78 69 274 51 129 177 120 79 93 328 52 150 119 43 98 43 71 156 38

320.00 120.00

80.00 30.00

40.00 20.00

10.00 5.00

140.00 20.00 40.00

35.00 5.00 10.00

20.00 40.00 240.00

5.00 10.00 60.00

40.00 40.00

10.00 10.00

20.00 20.00 60.00 20.00

5.00 5.00 15.00 5.00

40.00 40.00

10.00 10.00

40.00 120.00 60.00 60.00 20.00

10.00 30.00 15.00 15.00 5.00

3 5 5 4 2 I

2 2

9 1 2

I 8

....

12 I 3 6 5 2 2 II

3 2 I

I 9 14

2 I

8 3 1

9 2 J

3 3

:1 :1 :1 :1

路:1

I No

10 2 5 6 5 9 8 2 5 4 I 31 4

1 I

10 4 4 12 15 5 10 3 2 10 2

9 3

TOT '"r芦r

I 22 2

I 3

1 12 7 3 4

I I

23 1

3 6 7

17 12

5 I I

1 3 1 6

2 2

10 24 18

3 I I

2 10 11 I

5 3 3 5 6 2 4 8

2 I

1 5 7 2 I

27 14 42 5

I 1 2 3

I 4 3 7

3 2 3 6 1 2

I II

144 165 73

304.00 1096.00 1296.00 544.00

.....

60.00 I

20.00 60.00 60.00

15.00

5.00 15.00 15.00

GRAND SECRETARY'S TABULAR STATEMENT - Continued

Name and Number of Lodge and Date of Charter

]].

.!!

~-;

<::0

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) Moberlv (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) .. AncientLandmark(lO-17-1873) Northwest (10-15-1884) Tuscan (10-13-1870) Riddick (10-13-1871) Hiram (10-13-1870) . Fraternal (10-13-1870) Higginsville (10-14-1880) . Bayou (10-11-1888) . ..... Adair (10-13-1881) Barry (10-13-1870) Crescent Hill (10-13-1871) . Composite (10-13-1871) Williamstown (10-13-1870) . Sheldon (10-11-1883) .

....!/

...

]

] 20

'" 0c 1li c

]

;; E

E ]

330 331 334 335 336 337 338 339 340 342 344 345 346 347 349 351 352 353 354 355 356 358 360 361 362 363 364 365 366 367 368 369 370 371

.. .::

]

g;~

~eX 2 15

t,.e-

.:: c

c:i ,.; i

11=

11 ...

l:i:l

< .~

5 ~

1li1ol

8 11"'; ...c -c

~.g

;

~eX

eo ..e

I-

'::::0

11~

::l'SC

3 16

2 3

3 I

I I

19 2

2 6 3 8 6 5

2 3 I

2 1 12 2

8 4 9 5 4 I

5 2 7 5 6

2 2 3

1 2 4 4

I I

7 1

3 3

I I

::0

11 ~

]

:i ::i

~ ~ ..:l

c Jl e

:; 11~ c ..

......

~11

.~ ~

I-Iol

"'U

10 31

2 I I

7 5 2 8

54 3 19 4 7

:.c c Jl e

c .~

's 7 13 2 2 5

6 33

4 9

5 6

4 6 7 I 2 6 8 I I

6 25 3 2

I I I

5 3

8 2 4 2 19 5 2

17 21 5 13

2 II

I I

4 3 3

I I

4 5 3 18

3 1 18 2 5 7

2 I 4 3 4 2

2 I

I I I

3 8

I I

2 I

6 6 2

's.. J .,0: <0

301 781 44 438 51 310 163 63 312 42 309 558 129 245 87 75 205 116 298 38 61 73 403 97 93 105 91 58 472 36 103 94 82 73

2280.00 5768.00 336.00 3400.00 360.00 2424.00 1280.00 464.00 2232.00 328.00 2344.00 4208.00 992.00 1856.00 608.00 568.00 1624.00 896.00 2192.00 304.00 448.00 576.00 3080.00 736.00 672.00 768.00 720.00 488.00 3616.00 288.00 824.00 720.00 608.00 600.00

-a

8 6

::i

5 2

I I

:.c c Jl e

~ :c '2

::0

~~ c

"'::0

~~~ b路 2

g..

~ Z ... ...t

400.00

100.00

80.00 20.00 380.00 40.00

20.00 5.00 95.00 10.00

...... 20.00 160.00 80.00 180.00 100.00 80.00 20.00

5.00 40.00 20.00 45.00 25.00 20.00 5.00

140.00 20.00 100.00 20.00 80.00

35.00 5.00 25.00 5.00 20.00

20.00 60.00 20.00 80.00 20.00 20.00 260.00 20.00

5.00 15.00 5.00 20.00 5.00 5.00 65.00 5.00

373 375 376 377 379 380 381 383 384 385 387 391 392 393 396 397 398 399 400 401 403 404 405 406 407 410 411 412 414 415 416 417 419 421 422 424 427 429 430 432 433 435 438 439 440 441 442 443

Belle (9-27-1906) WameS\'ille (10-10-1888) . King Hill (10-13-1870) Ancient Craft (10-13-1871) Billings (10-13-1881) Queen City (10-13-1871) . Ionia (10-13-1871) Pvthagoras (10-16-1872) East Prairie (9-29-1904) Richland (10-18-1901) Woodside (10-13-1871) . Raytown (10-13-1871) Christian (10-13-1871) Bee Hive (10-13-1871) Western Light (10-13-1871) Gower (10-16-1872) . Jasper (10-16-1873) . Pike (10-13-1871) Decatur (10-13-1871) . Carterville (10-12-1893) Lowry City (10-16-1873) Rosendale (10-22-1896) 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) Urbana (10-15-1886) GateoftheTemple(lO-16-1872) Samaritan (10-16-1872) . Glenwood (10-16-1873) . New Madrid (10-17-1873) Winona (10-10-1894) . Competition (10-15-1891) Macks Creek (11-1-1878) . Rockbridge (10-21-1897) . Temperance (10-16-1872) Mount Olive (10-16-1872) Trowel (10-16-1872) Excelsior (10-16-1872) Burlington (10-13-1881) Anchor (10-16-1872)

I 18 13

2 2 1

I 14 9

2 15 6

2 2 3 1

8 2

12 3 2 2

3 2

3 5 1 12 I

2 15 1 1

4 6 20 2 3

8 10

1 1

15 2 5

3 3 2 6 2 17 6 2

1 I 1 1

I 1 '"

I 2 1

11 14 18 2 5

2 2

2 6

5 6

5 2

3 1

1 1 I

....

2 3 5 6 8 2 6 3

1 2

10 6

2 2

32 I

24 1

26 2

2 1

I 2

1 '"

3 1 1

1 4 2

1 6 3

1 3 3

1 1

2 11

1 6

3 6

I 33 1

5 4

2 1

5 2 4

5 1 7 2

3 28 2 3 5

3 2 I

3 5 6 5 5 1

1 1 I

1 4 I

9 2 3 2 7

5 1

1 2

1 1 1

4 2 16 3

2 10

2 1 4 1 ....

3 5 I

11 4 3

9 3 2 1 2

6 8 23 8 5 2 16 7

6 4 1 31 5 3 1 41 5 2 4 I 2 4

1 1 19 1 3 1 3

3 .. .. I 1 7 1 10 4

149 409 541 78 89 60 160 97 98 163 46 767 101 109 56 77 72 26 47 75 41 III 41 127 136 149 32 77 87 30 357 III 38 36 1452 156 55 189 30 46 121 44 97 97 III 226 49 287

1152.00 3200.00 4112.00 560.00 672.00 464.00 1144.00 712.00 800.00 1288.00 352.00 6032.00 784.00 888.00 544.00 584.00 576.00 208.00 336.00 560.00 320.00 816.00 312.00 1024.00 1104.00 1136.00 248.00 576.00 664.00 240.00 1800.00 848.00 272.00 280.00 11288.00 1200.00 424.00 1464.00 232.00 368.00 912.00 352.00 752.00 776.00 824.00 1696.00 392.00 2296.00

20.00 360.00 260.00

5.00 90.00 65.00

40.00 30.00 60.00 20.00

10.00 6.00 15.00 5.00

240.00 60.00 40.00 40.00

60.00 15.00 10.00 10.00

20.00

5.00

20.00

5.00

20.00 20.00

5.00 5.00 ....... 160.00 40.00 40.00 40.00

10.00 10.00

640.00 20.00

160.00 5.00

40.00 20.00

10.00 5.00

20.00 80.00 40.00

5.00 20.00 10.00

40.00 220.00

10.00 55.00

GRAND SECRETARY'S TABULAR STATEMENT -

Continued

Name and Number of Lodge and Date of Charter

] e

.!!

s...: ...:" 444 445 446 447 448 450 453 454 456 457 459 460 461 462 463 466 467 469 470 471 473 476 477 479 480 481 482 483 484 485 486 487 488 489

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) Jonesburg (10-12-1893) Hazelwood (10-16-1872) Lambskin (10-16-1872) . Caruthersville (10-16-1872) Santa Fe (10-16-1873) Clifton (10-13-1881) Southwest (10-15-1890) . Pleasant Hope (10·16-1873) Plato (10-16-1873) Nodaway (10-17-1873) Mineral (10-17-1873) . Nineveh (10-15-1874) . Mount Hope (10-15-1874) Henderson (10-15-1874) Rich Hill (10-29-1881) Jewell (10·17-1878) Marceline (10-17-1889) . Clintonville (10-15-1874) . Fairfax (10-15-1874) Kirkwood (10-15-1874) . Coldwater (10·13-1881) Cairo (10-15·1874) Chilhowee (9·27-1906) Lock Springs (10-15-1874) . Lakeville (10-15-1874)

...: ]

~ ]::i ~ .~

i 1l

t::J

E ]

]

.:;:

"tl

11:

]

0.;

cct

cilr>!

o "

of-

= = 1l~ ~'e .~~

(J)

]] ee

-g a.g= 11 ~ o " ~~ l~ "

~.g..

cil~

'::;"

~~ iS8 ~9 ~"

I II I

1 9

7 6

12 2

2 1

3 2

I I

2 3 I

3 47

5 3

1 3 2

I I

9 12 6 I I

8 8 6

7 8

4 3

4 I I

4 5 I

I I

2 3

15 5

'8=

]

"1l ~.§

4 7

3 3 7 8

I I

2 1 4 3 4 7 2 I

I I

19 2 I I I I

6 I

4 I

3 1

I II

I I

3 I

2 4 2 1

19 117 1 3 5 7 4 3 4 3 20 5

10 6 4 I I

I II

3 3 27 2 5

7 I 2 4

2 4

u ~ <&J

99 214 818 34 46 231 161 64 46 67 107 408 109 18 84 61 117 246 295 64 36 134 213 54 227 231 137 133 459 57 45 29 41 94

800.00 1568.00 5624.00 264.00 344.00 1816.00 1256.00 464.00 344.00 496.00 832.00 3112.00 840.00 136.00 640.00 488.00 960.00 1880.00 2168.00 504.00 280.00 992.00 1664.00 400.00 1808.00 1712.00 1064.00 1024.00 3440.00 440.00 320.00 144.00 312.00 704.00

I I

]

:.c

] 5

7 34 1 2 8 4

3 2

2 3

;:i

f J

I I

1 1 2

-g

2 3 2

3 5

I I

;

1 3 I

9 7 5 2

1 2

I I

I I I I

-5

<>.

1 6

£~

]1: 1l"§ ~~ :::Q.. .;;: ... '8 e

:E e]

~ :t

:s= 5

'"~ "

~~~

'""2 ~"§~ b· ~

20.00 220.00 20.00

5.00 55.00 5.00

140.00 120.00

35.00 30.00

60.00 20.00 20.00 60.00

15.00 5.00 5.00 15.00

180.00 240.00 120.00 20.00 20.00

45.00 60.00 30.00 5.00 5.00

60.00

15.00

80.00 60.00

20.00 15.00

80.00 100.00 20.00

20.00 25.00 5.00

490 49] 492 495 496 497 499 501 502 503 504 505 506 508 509 510 511 512 513 514 515 518 519 520 521 522 525 526 527 528 529 531 532 533 534 535 536 538 539 540 541 542 543 544 545 546 547 548

Montevallo (10-15-1874) Vandalia (10-]2-1876) Daggett (10-12-1876) .. Unity (10-17-1895) Roben Burns (10-11-1877) . Equality (9-27-1906) Harmonv (9-19-1917) . . . Buckner (10-11-1877) Philadelphia (10-11-1877) 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) .. Cunningham (10-14-1884) . Wayne (10-15-1885) Higbee (10-15-1885) Conway (10-15-1885) .. Apollo (9-18-1918) Lanes Prairie (10-15-1885) . Dexter (10-13-1887) Comfon (10-19-1898) Columbia (10-13-1887) . Blackwell (10-13-1887) Ingomar (10-13-1887) 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) Zalma (10-15-1890) . Orient (9-22-1920) South Gate (10-15-1890) Clinton (10-15-1890)

1 1 1

]

1 3 I

8 2 3 1

5 2 3 2

4 1 1 1

]

2 1 I

6 6 3 2 1

1 1 2

1 5 4 5

2 1

]

4 5 1

8 6

2 1 1 4

I I

3 4

3 2

3 I

4 6 18 2 5

2 2

2 1

1 5

1 1 1 9

1 5

2 10

3 10

4 5 1 1 3 2 8 2 9 3 1 1

1 3 5 2

5 2 1

7 2

1 4 2 2 1 2 3

1 4 2 2 1 3 3

1 3 2

1 4 2 3

4 1 3

15 2 2 7 6 7 6

1 2 6 1 2 1 8 2 3 2 3 3 4

1 5 4 1 7 5 5 5 3 5 3 28 3 31 5 5 5 1

3 4 10 2 3 3 22 1 2 4 3

6 2

2 1

5 1 2 4 1 2

2 3 2 1 14 1 15 2 7 2 4 2 9 1 1 4 3 2 2 2 3 15 1 7 4 21 15 13

6 2 1 1 7 1

2 1 2

6 1 16 2 1

1 1

1 6 2 5

1 2 1

2 3

2 1

6 5 1 18 5 77 30 21

8 2 1 32 9 5

44 91 45 54 89 139 219 158 17 43 113 226 60 188 82 56 87 121 69 69 135 55 88 355 58 297 55 160 51 46 100 110 185 53 144 59 104 59 31 37 43 447 82 217 139 444 184 296

340.00 696.00 280.00 424.00 688.00 1064.00 1576.00 1256.00 128.00 304.00 880.00 1752.00 472.00 1456.00 632.00 440.00 656.00 920.00 520.00 536.00 1040.00 400.00 752.00 2568.00 432.00 2008.00 400.00 1232.00 368.00 352.00 808.00 872.00 1432.00 392.00 1104.00 472.00 800.00 488.00 248.00 296.00 296.00 3496.00 632.00 1592.00 1096.00 2688.00 1160.00 2184.00

20.00 20.00

5.00 5.00

20.00

5.00

180.00 20.00 80.00 20.00 20.00 20.00 20.00 120.00 120.00 60.00

45.00 5.00 20.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 30.00 30.00 15.00

40.00 20.00

10.00 5.00

20.00 40.00

5.00 10.00

60.00 80.00

15.00 20.00

20.00

5.00

100.00

25.00

20.00 20.00 20.00 180.00 20.00 60.00 100.00 40.00

5.00 5.00 5.00 45.00 ....... 5.00 15.00 25.00 10.00

20.00 80.00 40.00 60.00 20.00 140.00 40.00

5.00 20.00 ]0.00 15.00 5.00 35.00 10.00

80.00

20.00

GRAND SECRETARY'S TABULAR STATEMENT -

I;;a..

Name and Number of Lodge and Date of Charter

.!! .9:-

15 "3

~72

073 574 575 576 577 578 579 581 582 586 587 588

590 Advance (9-26-1907) . . 591 Barnett (9-26-1907) . .

. .

r/) ::;;

"E~..,!<

.!!

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) Rutie.dge (9-28-1905) . Berme (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) IIImo (9-27-1906) Koshkonong (9-27-1906) . Criterion (9-26-1907) . Branson (9-26-1907) .. . St. Francisville (9-26-1907)

Ji 00:; ::> « ~.:: 0: ] . ]::i ~~

:; "

15 549 550 551 552 554 555 556 558 559 561 563 564 565 566 567 568 569 570 571

§"~

ci. .

f-<

« ::0

2 I

~ ~

..s I

. . .

;;! Cl

.~ ~

..,

.5'8

<Ii

3 3 3

I 2 2

2 1 I

I 2

I 3

3 1

2 2

~ ~.:l

=:I 5

~ ',,""~:.a. ~~ jE ~E E ~~ ~~ ~ ~ .. eE ::>::0"] ~::i ~ ~c ]..!! S~ "E.::~~ ~~ "E;:i]~ ~ ~ ~ ..!! ~ 11 "E ~.. ::0 "E .S! ~.g .§ ~ .§ s- .~:s> ] ~ -5 ~ 1 's e .~

. Cl ~

" ~.:::

~ ~ 0:

0: 0:

~ tX 1 7 3 1 2

. . 2

. .

4 3 2 1 4 I

3 3 2 3 5 2

2 3

I 3

1 2

4 1 1 3

1 3 I

1 3

. . . . .

I 7

3 II

? ~~ I

1 10 1

2 3 I

I 3

I 3 3 1 6 I 3 3

3 1 1 6 4 3 11

1 I

.:l

~~ .;

7 10 I 4 3 2

=:I 1 3

12 2 I 7 1 2 6 4 3

4 5

62 107 35

472.00 784.00 280.00

I 1 I

0 2 I 1 11 21

3 4

....

3 I 5

119 234 89 36 54 94 24 49 49 52 126 64 43 303 47 65 171 154

'§'~ ~]

~ § J! ~ ~ J:

40 75 59 178 205 27 115 66 121 41 59 319

17 4 2 2 6 23 3 2 .... I 2 3 8 5

6 12 I 5 4 6 I I 15

0: 0 -;;

;;;; ~

888.00 1768.00 720.00 240.00 432.00 744.00 192.00 384.00 360.00 416.00 864.00 480.00 296.00 2216.00 360.00 496.00 1304.00 1216.00 504.00 336.00 640.00 480.00 1376.00 1552.00 208.00 840.00 512.00 936.00 320.00 464.00 2424.00

1 4

3 3 7 10

2 6

2 2

~~ 0

. . . .

3 3 2 I 4 2

~ ~

]

2 1

'R,

"-. . . .",~ :s" u ~'§ " E " :a E ~" ~g;: :5! ~~:;~ § ~ -;; ..,

<&>..8

I 2

1 1

Continued

60.00 60.00 60.00

15.00 15.00 15.00

20.00 40.00

5.00 10.00

40.00 40.00

80.00 60.00 40.00 20.00 80.00 20.00

10.00 10.00

40.00 60.00

20.00 15.00 10.00 5.00 20.00 5.00 .... 10.00 15.00

80.00 20.00 20.00 60.00

20.00 5.00 5.00 15.00

60.00 220.00

15.00 55.00

,,93 ,,95 ,,96 ,,97 ,,98 ,,99 600 601 602 603 605 606 607 608 609 610 612 613 614 615 616 617 618 620 621 622 623 624 625 626 628 629 630 632 633 635 636 637 638 639 640 641 642 643 644 645 646 651

L'nion (9-26-1907) Cole Camp (10-28-1926) Puxico (9-30-1908) " Bosworth (9-30-1908) . . . . . . Leadwood (9-30-1908) Elvins (9-30-1908) . Coshv (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) Ml. 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) . Valley Park (10-2-1913) East Gate (10-2-1913) . . . . . Belgrade (10-1-1914) .. Archie (10-1-1914) .. Greentop (10-22-1924) Freedom (9-25-1946) . Mountain View (9-29-1915) Triangle (9-29-1915) ... Mizpah (9-29-1915) . Jennings (9-21-1916) ... Trinity (9-21-1916) Benjamin Franklin (9-21-1916) Northeast (9-21-1916) Grain Valley (9-21-1916) . . . . Clarkton (12-15-1948) Shaveh (9-22-1920) ... Cleveland (9-22-1920)

2 1

.. 3

I I

.. .

I I I

I I

2 I

2 4 4

'" '"

8 1

. .

5 2

3 3

... 2 ....

...

3 .... 5 I 2 I

. 2 8 2 2 9

I I

6 5 3 10

3 ,

...

2 22

I I

1 2 7

1 2

. I

4 2 5 9 1 2 2

.. ...

. ..

4 7 3

3 5

2 4 4 2 6

2 4 4 3 4

I I

I I I

13 . . . . 9

... ..

5 17 2 " 2

4 ....

5 I

5 3

4 7

4 9

....

15 19 "

...

3 3

2 2 .... 2 2 4

3 ....

...

路.

. ...

路.

12 20 . . . .

...

14 2 5 2 10 8 11 10

2 2 .

....

. ..

3 ....

....

2 8 6 4 5 5 4 3 " 9 8 "

I I

.. .

. ... 2 1

5 2

3 ...

16 8

. ... ... .

. ...

19 . . . 8 .. 2 2 10 2

4 .... 6 5 I II 4 8 I 25 I 29 5 2 3 I 3 I 2 2 2 II I

8 36 22 4 6 15 9 3 4

. I

. ...

...

. I

5 I

7 2 3

....

2 7 20 36 7 I 57

6 2 10 2 4 24

2 3 '" 6

....

I 5 ...

1 3 2

. ...

2 48 I I

I I

路.

I I

9 26 ... .

1 5

... . .. .. '"

...

6 2

2 .... 3 '" . 7 4

. ...

I I

....

4 .... 2 ... 2 ....

I I

. ...

...

5 ....

5 I

.. .

....

5 2 10 4 8 9 I I

I I

... .

.. .

7 4 ..

.... I

2 20

14 . . . .

11 39 18 17 55 13 3 9 2

5 2 3 4 6 I

188 50 125 102 91 231 105 212 282 84 32 42 93 103 100 47 88 328 522 118 189 367 619 130 127 48 377 193 336 286 79 135 1257 38 52 53 413 46 90 402 327 165 487 366 72 59 181 92

1456.00 408.00 976.00 768.00 680.00 1752.00 776.00 1488.00 2008.00 680.00 224.00 312.00 720.00 800.00 720.00 368.00 648.00 2328.00 3952.00 920.00 1464.00 2776.00 4968.00 1064.00 984.00 376.00 2984.00 1480.00 2448.00 2008.00 576.00 1064.00 9432.00 288.00 400.00 400.00 3224.00 392.00 616.00 2880.00 2448.00 1152.00 3464.00 2752.00 576.00 472.00 1384.00 720.00

10.00 5.00

40.00 20.00

..... 20.00 20.00 40.00

..... 5.00 5.00 10.00

160.00 20.00

40.00 5.00

. .. 10.00 5.00 5.00

40.00 20.00 20.00

. .... 40.00 160.00 40.00 40.00 180.00 220.00 60.00 20.00 40.00 120.00 100.00 60.00 200.00

10.00 40.00 10.00 10.00 45.00 55.00 15.00 5.00 10.00 30.00 25.00 15.00 50.00 .,.,

40.00 440.00

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

...

10.00 110.00

... ...

80.00

..... 20.00

40.00 100.00 180.00 20.00 40.00 40.00

10.00 25.00 45.00 5.00 10.00 10.00

. ..

20.00 20.00

.... 5.00 5.00

GRAND SECRETARY'S TABULAR STATEMENT - Continued

<5,

Name and Number of Lodge and Date of Charter

~r..i

/1r-

.rJ

653 655 656 657 658 659 660 662 663 665 667 668 669 670 671 672 673 674 675 676

Shawnee (9-21-1921) Gardenville (9-21-1921) Countrv Club (9-21-1921) Progress (9-21-1921) Purity (9-21-1921). Alpha (9-21-1921) . Holliday (10-17-1923) Clarence (10-22-1924) Rockhill (10-28-1925) .. Wardell (9-27-1951). Berke1ev (9-29-1953) Florissant (9-30-1959) . Crestwood (9-27-1961) Perrn-ille (9-26-1962) . Odom (10-1-1968) Harold O. Grauel (9-29-1969) . Arnold (9-27-1971) Central Crossing (11-21-1975) . Bunker (9-30-1975) . Viburnum (9-25-1979)

Totals per 19M6 Annual Returns and adjustments and cOfrections from roster com pari sons and cor fespondcncc \

.:::"

]

E «

«~

~':i c"3

7 1

] ] E 4 4 4 2

3 1 \0

2 2 2 2 1 8

2 6 4 2 1 4 6 7

3 2 2 I 1 3 I 5

3 9 2 1 2 1 5

~ .g

~~ ~Jl

3 3

~:ti

~~ t:;J

~ .~

~"3

... c.. ~~ ~ 5

'"-g

c c ~.g

~Jl

3 5 7 2 3 17

1 2 4 12

1 3 2

3 6 I 1

532\

731

;g l!

or-

-E~ :=Q..

.5ell. 'c

2 4

~ r:

""'~~" ~i :E";

o" ~~

'sc

i5P

24 7 3 14 6 5 5 4

3 9 4

171

19151

1071

1 3

2 1 1 2

3 6 4 3 I

I 2 3 1

3501

:,1

2441

]

~ ;:i

]

'"K.

2 6 9 9

40 I

~ ;:i ~

1 2

c..

2 2 4

12481 9361 9041 M64 I

8 ~j

,.;

.:l

~.~ 1 2

2 2 5

1 4 2 4

9 I

1 1

4180

.::: ~:2 "';"~

161 263 218 168 160 594 14 62 144 43 211 356 215 78 83 162 114 101 80 54

1288.00 2024.00 1656.00 1224.00 1216.00 4736.00 \04.00 496.00 1136.00 344.00 1624.00 2824.00 1736.00 592.00 672.00 1336.00 944.00 806.00 640.00 432.00

12 15 8 9 I

'" ';;j

"ll. e" ~~ .!= § c '::

~.s

~~ ~.. ~

~]~ E. 2 Do.

~"'t z""'

80.00 80.00 80.00 40.00

20.00 20.00 20.00 10.00

160.00

40.00

40.00 120.00 80.00 40.00 20.00 80.00 120.00 140.00

10.00 30.00 20.00 10.00 5.00 20.00 30.00 31.00

80.00

20.00

937 ~0.457 1606.584.50 125.020.00 1

6.248.00

.....

(,Ci IX;

O'l

LODGE DIRECTORY BY DISTRICTS FIRST DISTRICT County Clark Clark . .. . Clark Scotland . Scotland .. Schuyler Schuyler .. Schuyler .. Schuyler . . Schuyler .....

No.

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

318 362 588 16 572 244 259 380 427 635

Donald Location

Luray Kahoka Wayland Memphis

Master's Name Larry Phillips Warren E. Shoemaker Kenneth Sowers David V. Barton Don D. Tague Floyd R. Small Thomas Saulsbury. Ed Berry . . . . . . . . Richard Kinney. . . . Lala D. Prough

Rutle~ge

Downmg Lancaster. . Queen City Glenwood Greentop

SECOND DISTRICT Adair Kirksville Adair Adair Knox Colony Knox .. " "IEdina Knox . . . . . . . Paulville ..... Knox . . . . . . . Greensburg ..

105 366 168 291 319 414

Kirksville. . Kirksville Colony . Edina Hurdland Greensburg

THIRD DISTRICT Putnam . . . . . . Hartford . Putnam Somerset. Putnam Unionville Sullivan Seaman .. Sullivan Putnam. Sullivan Pollock Sullivan Winigan

171 206 210 126 190 349 540

J. Kerner, D.D.G.M.. 847 W. Thompson St.. Kahoka, MO 63445 Secretary's Name and Address lames E',Frazier, Rt. I, Box 49, Arbela, MO 63432 Donald C. Treece, Rt. 3, Box 3, Kahoka, MO 63445 Russell Murphy, Rt. 2, Box 12, Revere, MO 63456 " .. John M. Courtney, P.O. Box 284, Memphis, MO 63555 Carl R. Berges, Rt. I, Box 186, Rutledge, MO 63563. . Paul T. McCune, Rt. 2, DownIng, MO 63536. Larry L Reynolds, P.O. Box 415, Lancaster, MO 63548 . Ward Jones, Rt. 2, Queen City, Mo. 63561 .. . . James Werner, Rt. I, Lancaster, MO 63548 . . . Charles R. McBee, P.O. Box 172, Greentop, MO 63546

Time of Meeting

1st & 3rd M?n. 1st & 3rd Fn. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st Thurs. 1st & 3rd Mon. 2nd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Fri. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Wed. 2nd & 4th Mon.

" L. Dale Gardner, P.O. Box 762, Kirksville, MO 63501 " fohn E. Rowe, 1606 E. Dear St., Kirksville, MO 63501 " Martin Guinn, Rt. I, Rutledge, MO 63563 Darrell E. Goucher, Rt. 3, Edina, MO 63537 Larry J. McKim, P.O. Box 201, Brashear, MO 63533 John J. Pearce, 339 Green St., Memphis, MO 63555

L. E. Minear .... Dean Maring Mike Davis ... Larry Z. Trumbo Billy R. Tucker . Ora Pierson . . . .. , Gail A. Howell

· '1 Edward L. Tietsort, Rt. 5, Box 115C, Unionville, MO 63565 · . Kenneth O. Ferguson, Rt. 2, Box 130, Corydon, lA 50060 · .. Joe Steele, 413 N. 18th, Unionville, MO 63565 · .. Clinton A. Southerland, 300 S. Pearl St., Milan, MO 63556 · .. Wilburn L. Collins, Rt. 2, Box 7, Lucerne, MO 64655 Richard Nickell, P.O. Box, 416, Pollock, MO 63560 · ., Dr. Wayne D. Smith, P.O. Box 5, Winigan, MO 63566

t""

o ,o ....

o 1st & 3rd Tues. 2nd & 4th Tues. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st Tues. 2nd & 4th Mon.

"T'j

s;: Vi ,....

(Jl

C ~

Dr. Wayne D. Smith, D.D.G.M.. P.O. Box 5, Winigan, MO 63566

Hartford ... Powersville .. Unionville Milan .... Newtown. Pollock Winigan

o ". tTl

Richard A. Clark, D.D.G.M.. Rt. 1, Baring, MO 63531

Roger P. Walker. . .. Paul M. Elliott . John Ewalt , Harry L. Oldfather Larry E. Platz .. John Witte, III

,.... "J :;c

.. 1st Fri. 1st & 3rd Mon. 2nd & 4th Mon. 1st & 3rd Mon. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st Tues. 2nd Tues.

t-.:l C

I\.:J

LODGE DIRECTORY BY DISTRICTS - Continued FIFTH DISTRICT - W. Lynn Poush, D.D.G.MOI 804 S. 18th St., Bethany, MO 64424 County

No.

Lodge

Grundy Trenton . Harrison Bethany . Harrison . . . . . Lodge of Light . Harrison Cainsville . Harrison New Hampton . Harrison . . . . . Prairie .

... "I

Gentry Gentry '" Gentry Gentry . . .. Gentry Worth Worth .. . .. Worth Worth

III 97 257 328 510 556

Location Trenton Bethany

Easlev~lle

Camsville New Hampton Gilman City

Master's Name Tim Whitaker Kenneth Barnett. G~le L. lones \\. W. Hendern Othar K. Rowlett Bill M. Ward

Secretary's Name and Address

Time of Meeting

B~n C. Moore,Jr., 1411 E. 7th St., Trenton, MO 64683 1st Thursday RIChard L. Koontz, 615 S. 20th St., Bethany, MO 64424 2nd & 4th 1 ues. Robert C. Brenizer, Rt. I, Box 103, Hatfie~d, MO 64458 2nd & 4th Wed. Larry D. Peugh, Mount Monah, MO 6466:> . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1st & 3rd Thurs. Randall Williams, Rt. I, Box 119A, Martinsville, MO 64467 1st & 3rd Tues. Gary M. McPike, P.O. Box 66, Gilman City, MO 64642 2nd Thurs.

109 125 127 377 447 66 88 198 321

Stanberry McFall Albany King City Darlington Grant City Sheridan Allendale Denver

lames Curram Mark S. Crawford .. Mark Parman . . . . . Leroy Hobbs Forrest Cooper. . Harold E. Downing. Gary E. James. . . . . Mike Cook DallasJohnson . . . .

George R. Sanford, 1002 N. Elm St., Stanberry, MO 64489 , . ClaIr J. Clevenger, P.O Box 176, McFall, MO 64657 .. . . . James F. Mercer, 403 S. Burch St., Albany, MO 64402 .. Jackson c. Spiking, 501 S. Third ~t., King City, MO 64463 John G. Swan, Rt. I, Box 78, Darlmgton, MO 64438 .. Robert D. Hull, Rt. I, Box 118, Grant City, MO 64456 . Leon C. Parman, Rt. 2, Box 44, Shendan, MO 64486 Wilbur T. Osborne, P.O. Box 98, Grant City, MO 64456 . Robert E. Rineman, Rt. I, Box 17, Denver, MO 64441

'wi

1""'\

t-ri

SIXTH DISTRICT - Robert E. Rineman, D.D.G.MOI Rt. 1, Box 17, Denver, MO 64441

Stanberry . McFall-Gentryville 路 Athens . . , ... . AnCIent Craft Jacoby '" Grant City . 'IDefiance . 路 Allensville .. 路 Jonathan ...

'i:l

1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Mon. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd ~~urs. 1st & 3rd Fn. 3rd Mon. 2nd & 4th Mon. 4th Mon. 4th Wed.

~ ir.

,-., 'wi

'T1

:C ~

SEVENTH DISTRICT - Marlin F. Slagle, D.D.G.MOI 1260 W. Crestview Dr., Maryville, MO 64468 Nodaway Nodaway Nodaway Nodaway

'Ixenia "1 50 IHoPkins Burlington 442 Burlington Jct. Nodaway. . . . . . .. 470 Maryville Skidmore 511 Skidmore

'1 Clifton C. Logsdon qharles Bragg Tim Evans Michael K. Monk

'1 Eldon D. Williams, Rt. 2, Box 266, Hopkins, MO 64461

'1lst & 3rd Thurs. Ken~eth L. Bears, P.O. Box 32, ~urlington Jet.: MO 64428 1st & 3rd Tues. Marlm F. Slagle, 1260 W. Crestview Dr., Maryville, MO 64468 . 1st & 3rd Mon. Milo L. Monk, Rt. I, Box 116, Skidmore, MO 64487 2nd & 4th Mon.

:..c

....... ~

EIGHTH DISTRICT Atchison North Star Atchison Northwest Atchison . . . . . Fairfax Holt . . . . . . . . Maitland Holt Oregon Mound City Holt Holt Craig

. . . . . .

157 358 483 112 139 294 606

Rock Port Tarkio Fairfax Maitland Forest City Mound City Craig

NINTH DISTRICT Andrew Savannah Andrew Helena Andrew Lincoln Andrew Whitesville Andrew Rosendale Andrew Cosby Buchanan . . . . Agency Buchanan Wellington

~~~g:~:~

Buchanan Buchanan Buchanan Buchanan Buchanan

. . . . . . . .

::::~~r{dsa~h~

: Rushville ... Brotherhood Charity . King Hill .. . Saxton ....

. .

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

Western Star Pattonsburg Gallatin Earl . Lock Springs Jamesport. Union Star Parrott . Continental Clarksdale ..

. .

15 65 106 285 488 564 124 308 454 559

Luther W. Hudson, Jr. Donald S. White Gregg A. Smith Eldon Gallagher E. E. Richards, Jr. James E. Steele, Jr. Calvin D. Rogers, Jr

W. E. Greenley, P.O. Box 224, Rock Port, MO 64482 Loren J. Brown, 607 S. 10th, Box 129, Tarkio, MO 64491 Dale E. Faulkner, Rt. 2, Tarkio, MO 64491 Romaine Henry, P.O. Box 137, Graham, MO 64455 William S. Richards, P.O. Box 226, Oregon, MO 64473 Carson McCormack, Ill, 811 Savannah St., Mound City, MO 64470 Michael L. Whetsel, Rt. 2, Box 10, Craig, MO 64437

2nd & 4th Mon. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 2nd & 4th Tues. 2nd & 4th Tues. 2nd & 4th Wed. 2nd & 4th Tues. 1st & 3rd Tues.

'"'

Michael W. Hale. D.D.G.M.. 6009 Savannah Rd.. St. Joseph. MO 64505

Savannah. ..

. .. Joseph M. Jameson ... James Frankl.in . . . . Fillmore Gary D. Frazier. . .... Whitesville .. " . Robert L. Caldwell .. Rosendale Edward Soetaert Cosby Kenneth Schindler Agency R. N. Smith DeKalb Robert S. Dittemore St. Joseph Billy Y. Dewey St. Joseph Richard E. Paul Rushville Kenyon Greene St. Joseph James D. Willey St. joseph Raymond D. Parker St. Joseph MIChael D. Caddell St. joseph Roger D. Barton ~elena

TENTH DISTRICT Daviess ... Daviess .. Daviess Daviess . . . . . . Daviess . . . . . . Daviess DeKalb DeKalb DeKalb DeKalb

Lloyd N. Brown. D.D.G.M.. 808 N. Third St.. Tarkio. MO 64491

Mac Hogue, 1005 Hall Ave., Apt. 18, Savannah, MO 64485 .. John D. Huffman, Jr., Rt. I, Box 81, Helena, MO 64459 .. .. l.arry E. Carr, Rt. r, Box 119A, Savannah, MO 64485 . . . . . DaVId Lancey, Rt. I, Box 32A, Helena, MO 64459 Harold D. Brunner, 3302 Mueller Ln., St. Joseph, MO 64506 . Nelson Kapp, Rt. I, Cosby, MO 64436 Harold Y. Smith, P.O. Box 118, Agency, MO 64401 Farrell L. Kelley, Rt. 8, St. Joseph, MO 64504 Carl B. Rose, 2213 Agency Rd., St. Joseph, MO 64503 Robert D. Wre~e, 2406 Lafayette St., ~t. joseph, MO 64507 Norman H. Eilts, Rt. 2, Box 65, Rushvl1le, MO 64484 Edgar E. Mart~n, 3110 N. 9th St., St. joseph, MO 64505 Roaney D. QUigley, 4205 N. 30th Terr., St. Joseph, MO 64506 Merle L. Ivey, P.O. Box 831, St. joseph, MO 64:>02 Roger M. Heard, 1323 Cudmore St., St. Joseph, MO 64503

'0'

:;0

1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Mon. 1st & 3rd Mon. 1st & 3rd Wed. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Sat. 2nd & 4th Wed. 1st Wed. 1st & 3rd Tues. 2nd & 4th Tues. 2nd & 4th Mon. 2nd & 4th Fri. 2nd & 4th, ~on. 1st & 3rd I hurs. 1st & 3rd Wed.

Doyle C. Kime. D.D.G.M.. Rt. 2. Box 168. Jamesport. MO 64648

Winston Pattonsburg Gallatin. .. . Coffey. . . Lock Springs Jamesport Union Star Maysville Stewartsville Clarksdale

Virgil E. Caldwell William E. Walker Jerry Frost Rex Hmecker Darrell D. Pepper. . . . Sidney Lockndge Gary Osborn Kermit Wright Billy W. Kelim, Sr. Eugene Conley

>Z o l'

o o

'"' ~ v '"' ""r1

~ 'J)

't:-

:;0

Don Pittsenbarger, Rt. I, Weatherby, MO 64497. . . . 1st & 3rd Tues. Monte B. Hoover, Rt. 3, Box 46, Pattonsburg, MO 64670 1st & 3rd "路ed. J~hn T. McNeel, 212 S. Water St., Gallatin, MO 64640 " 2nd & 4th Tues. ~ally E. Sperry, Rt. 3, Pattonsburg, MO 64670 2nd & 4th Thurs. Ross J. Lee: 1114 Shanklin St., Trenton, MO 64683 1st & ~rd Thurs. Doyle C. Klme, Rt. 2, Box 168, Jamesport, MO 64648 . 1st & 3rd \1011. Carol E. Simerly, Rt. 1, Cnion Star, MO 64494 1st & 3rd \1011. Louis S. Goodwin, Rt. 2, Box 3B, Maysville, MO 64469 1st & 3rd \1011. Thomas K. Courtney, Rt. I, Box 36, Stewartsville. \1064490 .. 1st & :~rd Tues. Daryl L. Price, Rt. I, Amity, MO 64422 1st & 3rd Thurs. ~

LODGE DIRECTORY BY DISTRICTS - Continued ELEVENTH DISTRICT - Jimmie L. Offield. D.D.G.M.. 1806 Womall Rd.. Excelsior Springs. MO 64024 County

Lodge

Clay Clay . . . . . . . . Clay Clay . . . . . . . . Clay .....

g:~~~~

Liberty .. Angerona Clay Kearney Temperance

:::::: ~i~~ille ....

Clinton . . . . . . Plattsburg Clinton . . . . . . Gower ... Clinton Lathrop Ray Bee Hive.

No.

Location

31 193 207 311 438 37 62 113 397 506 393

Liberty..... .. Missouri City .... Excelsior Springs . Kearney Smithville . Hemple Cameron Plattsburg Gower...... . Lathrop. . . Lawson

Master's Name Marvin R. Scott . Clifford Reed ... Jimmy T. Baker Francis Eggleston Thomas L. Osborn Ernest H. McCann Leroy T. Soperla . Borden D. Stoll . James Assel Gary Woodring. Dennis B. Bales.

Time of Meeting

Secretary's Name and Address Merritt G. Damrell, P.O. Box 182, Liberty, MO 64068 Chesley E. McAfee, Rt 2, Box 162, Orrick, MO 64077 . · Robert A. Corum, Rt 3, Box 128, ExcelSIOr Springs, MO 64024 · John W. ErVin, P.O Box 134, Kearney, MO 64060 . .... lames L. Mitchell, 11514 N. Walnut, Kansas City, MO 64155. · Norman W. Conner, PO. Box 28, Easton, MO 64443. Roy G. Newsom, 515 N. Walnut St., Cameron, MO 64429 · ./JaCk D. Smith, 501 Maple St., Plattsburg, MO 64477 . . . . . · . baVld L. Maag, Rt. I, Box 495, Gower, MO 64454 . . . . . . . · Gary M. Hinaerks, 113 Valley St., Lathrop, MO 64465 .. , · . R. Wayne Briant, Rt. 2, Box 380, Lawson, MO 64062 . . . .

2nd & 4th Mon. 1st & 3rd Tues. 1st & 3rd Mon. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Wed. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Mon. 1st Thurs.,. 1st & 3rd I hurs. 3rd Mon. 2nd & 4th Mon.

Linn Linn Linn Linn

. . '" . .. . . . . .. .

ackson . . Brookfield Dockery . Marceline

135 224 232 334 561 89 170 539 35

Braymer Hamilton ..... Polo Breckenridge

Co~glll

Chllhcothe. Utica. . . Dawn Princeton. .

.. , .. ..

Rufus C. Eichler Dean R. Trosper. A. H. Evans. . .. . Wells Bothwell .. . Jerry Gall?way .. . l.eo M. WIlson .. . Richard C. Sidden. Linn Hoskins Michael A. Greenlee

o n M tTl

-z o

,-.,

TWELFTH DISTRICT - Bobby Ray O'DelL D.D.G.M.. 627 N. Main St.. Brookfield. MO 64628 Caldwell Braymer Caldwell Hamilton Caldwell . . Polo Caldwell . Breckenridge. Caldwell ... . Cowgill ..... Livingston . . Friendship. Livingston Benevolence LiVingston Dawn . Mercer . . . . . . Mercer

'"'0

:::0

Maurice S. Owen, P.O. Box 7, Braymer, MO 64624 ... Billy C. Short. Rt. 2, Box 230, Hamilton, MO 64644 . . Gerald D. Sprouse, Rt. I, Box 38, Polo. MO 64671 . . . . . . .. lam~s W. McClain, Rt. I. Box 230, Breckenridge, MO 64625. bavld K. Hat~eld, Rt. I, Box 221, Cowg.lll. MO 64637 OrtiS S. CarmIChael. P.O. Box 863, Chliltcothe. MO 64601 Edgar L. Kohl, P.O. Box 116, Utica, MO 64686 W. Dale Wood, P.O. Box 124, Dawn, MO 64638 . . . . . .. . Guy E. Evoritt, 701 N. Broadway, Princeton, MO 64673

2nd & 4th Tues. 1st & 3rd Tues. 2nd & 4th Wed. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 2nd & 4th Wed. 2nd & 4th Tues. 2nd & 4th Mon. 2nd & 4th Mon. 2nd & 4th Thurs.

.."

-J

:r: tTl

THIRTEENTH DISTRICT - Gail S. Turner. D.D.G.M.. P.O. Box 129. Purdin. MO 64674 82 86 325 481

'1 George B. Jones Linneus Brookfield . . . . . . Robert . Howery . Meadville Farrell -karren '" Marceline Dewayne Standfeld

· ./ Gail S. Turner, P.O. Box 129, Purdin, MO 64674 · C. C. McGhee, 843 Brookfield Ave., Brookfield, MO 64628 · . Berl Williams, Rt. 2, B,?x 146, ~eadville, MO 64659 · . Earl Hays, Rt. I. Box :>3, Bucklin, MO 64631

'12nd & 4th Mon. 2nd & 4th Tues. 1st & 3rd Tues. 1st & 3rd Thurs.

.,....

..... (,,0

FOURTEENTH DISTRICT - Russell D. Kohl, D.D.G.MOI Rt. 4, Box 123, Macon, MO 63552 Macon Macon Macon Shelby Shelby Shelby

· · · · · ·

Callao . Censer . La Plata .. Shelbina ... Hunnewell .. Clarence ....

38 172 237 228 415 662

Kenneth C. Burton Callao . .. . Macon. . V. Keith Walker La Plata.. " .. Stanley Bud East Shelbina Ste.ven Raymond Hunnewell.. . .. Keith W. Baker Clarence John Quinley

Gerald E.Thomas, Rt. 2, Box 8, New Cambria, MO 63558 Ralph M. Waller, 517 Sunset Dr., Macon, MO 63552 Thomas I. Mohan, 113 S. Gex St., La Plata, MO 63549 Charles fIawki~s, 303 Reid St., Shelbina, MO 63468 Kenneth P. Shnde, Emden, MO 63439 Franklin L. Forman, Rt. 2, Clarence, MO 63437

00 O"l 1st & 3rd Mon. 2nd & 4th Mon. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Wed. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Tues.

FIFTEENTH DISTRICT - Willard D. Hetzler, D.D.G.MOI Rt. 2, Lewistown, MO 63452 ,...,

Lewis

1Monticello

58 IMonticello

Lewis . . . . . . . La Belle Lewis . Craft ..... Lewis · . Williamstown . Lewis .... .. Ewing . Marion · . Palmyra . Marion · . St.John's . Marion Hannibal Marion Philadelphia

. .

222 287 370 577 18 28 188 502

La Belle Canton Wil.liamstown EwlOg Palmy.ra Hanmbal Hannibal Philadelphia. . ..

Robert H. Dannenhauer .. Emery O. Geisendorfer, Rt. 2, Box 105A, 2nd & 4th Thurs. Lewistown, MO 63452 William Knocke, Jr 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. Emmett A. Johnson Ri~~ard L. Zahn, Rt. I, Box 126, Wi!liamstown, MO 63473 1st & 3rd Thurs. Gary Justice " Ted Palmer Wilham E. Shults, P.O. Box 368, EwlOg, MO 63440 2nd & 4th Thurs. BenJamin F. Smith Howard]. Gardhouse, ?~O W. Ross, Pal~yra, MO 63461 2nd & 4th Thurs. Damel]. Carter Amos O. Asmussen, 3 Fairway Dr., Hanmbal, MO 63401 . . .. 1st & 3rd Mon. Lee B. Turner, 4907 Prospect Ave., Hannibal, MO 63401 .,. 2nd & 4th Mon. Robert E. Wilson Earl Michaels James W. Janes, Rt. I, Box 145, Philadelphia, MO 63463 1st Thurs.

SIXTEENTH DISTRICT - Robert C. Frank, D.D.G.MOI P.O. Box 144, Clarksville, MO 63336 Pike Pike Pike Pike Pike

... '1 Eolia · . . Clarksville

.. · . . Perseverance · .. Phoenix . . . . . Pike .....

14 17 92 136 399

Eolia. . . .. .. '1 James H. Hunter '1 Harry V. Dillon, P.O Box 6, Eolia, MO 63344 '12nd & 4th Thurs. Clarksville ., . . Tom M Lewis .. . Homer G. Sterne, Rt I. Box 67, Clarksville, MO 63336 .. . .. 1st & 3rd Thurs. Louisiana .. , .. Raymond M. Stottler Leonard C Waite, 2808 GeorgIa St., Louisiana, MO 63353 .. 1st & 3rd Tues. Bowling Green . Du~ward Cnsman . . . .. Wilham K. Mallory, 310 N. MalO Cross, BowllOg Green, MO 63334 2nd & 4th Tues. Curryville NeIl Beatty. . . . . . RIChard A Edmond, Rt 3, Box 213, BowllOg Green, MO 63334 3rd Mon.

>Z o l"

o o,...,

'" M

o'"'1 ~ r.JJ

"t:..

C ::':

SEVENTEENTH DISTRICT - Albert L. Ely, D.D.G.MOI Rt. 1. Monroe City, MO 63456 Monroe Paris Union Monroe Monroe Monroe Santa Fe Monroe Holliday . Ralls Ralls Ralls . . . . . . . . Lick Creek Ralls New London

. . .

19 64 462 660 33 302 307

Paris : Monroe City Santa Fe Holliday Center Perry New London

limmy R. Primm, Jr 'tarl Karr Joe Kerr McVae Wilt Cloyd <? Jackson Tommie It Coberly Daniel L. Strode

John 1'. Lutz, Rt. I, ~aris, MO 65275 '.' : 2nd & 4th Mon. Barold Krummel, 4b N. Chestnut, Monroe City: MO 634:J6 .. 2nd & 4th ~I.on. Jerry L. Cngler, Rt. I, Box 172, Pans, MO 6527b 2nd & 4th" ed. 1'aul K. Calhson, Rt. I, Holliday, MO 65268 1st & 3rd Tues. ~er\'in W. Peirce, Rt. I, Box 222, New London, MO 63459 2nd & 4th \~·ed. Floyd R. Dunham, Rt. I, Box 204, Perry, MO 63462 2nd & 4th lues. Stanley W. Walkley, Rt. I. Box 7, New London, MO 63459 1st & :~rd "·ed. ~

(J1

t-::I

O'l

LODGE DIRECTORY BY DISTRICTS - Continued EIGHTEENTH DISTRICT - Billy G. Young, D.D.G.M., Rt. 2, Box 260, Huntsville, MO 65259 County Randolph Randolph Randolph Randolph Randolph Randolph Randolph

Lodge Huntsville Milton

·I~~~~rl:

· Hi bee . · jac~sonville · Clark

No. 30 151 344 486 527 541 610

Master's Name

Location Huntsville Milton. . . . . . . Moberly Cairo HIgbee jacksonville Clark

Time of Meeting

Secretary's Name and Address

Harold W. Wolverton E. Guy Patton. . . . . . . Sammy L. Reed Ronald A. Seiders lerry W. Duncan. . . .. Frederick L. Walters .. . Larry D. McKenzie ...

E. Allen Kohler, P.O. Box 170, Huntsville, MO 65259

~homas I. Marshall, P.O,. Box 627, Moberly, MO 65270

._ Fred F. Stuecken, 1028 Smnock Ave., #1, Moberly, MO 6:>270. loel c. Ridgway, P.O. Box 3, Cairo, MO 65239 .._ 1... Carey Bankhead, P.O. Box 38, HIgbee, MO 652:>7 .. . .. Leroy Taylor, Rt. I, Box 115, jacksonville, MO 65260 . . . .. james H. Patton, Rt. 2, Box 3, Clark, MO 65243 ..... . ..

1st & 3rd Tues. 2nd & 4th Fri. 2nd & 4th Mon. 1st & 3rd Wed. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 2nd & 4th Wed. 1st & 3rd Thurs.

~:~~~:l

Chariton . . . Chariton ..... Chariton . . . . . Chariton ..

Wakanda

~~~~~:~h

Eureka . Warren . Cunningham Mendon .....

52 216 597 73 74 525 628

Carrollton Hale. . . Bosworth. Brunswick Keytesville Sumner Mendon

. . . ..

:::0

M M

NINETEENTH DISTRICT - Joseph E. Manson, D.D.G.M., P.O. Box 113, Keytesville, MO 65261 Carroll

'"tl

o("; o

Larry Goldsey . . .. . .. lames R.. Paul, 810 N. Park St., Carrollton, MO 64633 2nd & 4th Thurs. Harold Shatto. . . . .. . l.ee A. Fisher. Rt. 2, Box 180, Hale, MO 64643 1st & 3rd Mon. Greg L. Grossman. Reigge L. Crose, Rt. I, Box 80, Bosworth, MO 64623 2nd & 4th Wed. Harold D. Breshears Raymond A. Scott, 707 Harrison St., Brunswick, MO 65236 1st & 3rd Tues. Donald R. Barnett .. I.ames c. O'Bryan, Rt. 2, Box 3A, Keytesville, MO 65261. . .. 2nd & 4th Tues. Ralph E. Allen .. t.mmett L. Klrtlev, Rural Route, Sumner, MO 64681 2nd & 4th Wed. Warren E. Brewer. . . . Cleo V. Kincaid, 310 Wood St., Box 103, ... 2nd & 4th Mon. Mendon, MO 64660 .

Z ,..... C},

o'Tl -J

:r: M

TWENTY-FIRST DISTRICT - Douglas A. Linville, D.D.G.M., Rt. 3, Box 316, Excelsior Springs, MO 64024 Platte ...'1 Rising Sun . Platte Weston . Platte . . . . . . Compass . Platte . . . . . . . Camden Point Platte Rowley ..... Platte Fidelity. Platte ...• Adelphi ... Platte Platte City ..

13 53 120 169 204 339 355 504

Kansas City Michael F. Armstrong Weston Robert L. Fry Parkville .. Dennis C. Sallee Camden Point David C. Harlan Dearborn. . .. Clyde S. Hess. . . . . .. Farley. .. . Mark C. Reavis. . . . . Edgerto~ .. . lames L Bohan Platte City. . l.arry Kmdred

Eldon]. Cusic, 3001 N.E. 56th St., Kansas City, MO 64119. Richard C. Winburn, Rt. 2, Box 10, Weston, MO 64098 .,. .]. Roy Clarke, 5215 N.E. 62nd St., Kansas City, MO 64119 .. . George P. Skinner, #2, E. Wood, Dr., St. joseph, MO 64506 .. . Robert D. Wolfe, Rt. I, Box 258, Dearborn, MO 64439 . Edward "Bud" Reavis, Rt. 27, Box 340B, Parkville, MO 64153 Orville L Livingston, P.O. Box_ 2369, Platte City, MO 64079 .. Gerald Kmdred, P.O. Box 107:>, Platte City, MO 64079

1st Sat. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st Mon. 1st Tues. 2nd Wed. 1st Wed. 2nd Tues. 2nd Mon.

'-C

TWENTY-SECOND DISTRICT (A) - John M. Hedrick. 3860 N. Cherry Ln.. Kansas City. MO 64116 Clay . .. Jackson Jackson Jackson Jackson. . Jackson. . Jackson . . Jackson . . Jackson. . .. Jackson

Alpha . Kansas City Temple Cecile Daylight Rural Gate City .. Orient .... South Gate Sheffield . Northeast .

.. .. . . . . .

. . . .

659 220 299 305 316 522 546 547 625 643

North Kansas City Kansas City Kansas City North Kansas City Kansas City .. . Kansas C~ty Kansas City Kansas City Kansas City .. Kansas City .....

Felix Budzinski. . . . .. Sammie J. Rhoades . .. August M. Ott,Jr. William E. Mohart William W. Hoffecker John W. Stillman. . . . . A. G. Sears. . . . . . . .. Donald L. Morehead. Darrell E. Shubert.. . Francis K. Jackson. . . .

. james W. Brewer, 1006 E. 22nd Ave., N. Kansas City, MO 64116 . Eugene H. Peak, 2550 S. 45th Terr., Kansas City, KS 66106 Henry W. Fox, Rt. 22, Box A-I, Kansas City, MO 64152 john K. Smith, 2705 Sterling, Independence, MO 64052 Howard B. Blanchard, 3339 Tracy Ave., Kansas City, MO 64109 A~gust M. Ott.. 903 Harriso~ St., Kansas City, MO 64106 RIChard P. Flalgle, 903 Harnson, Kansas City, MO 64106 Kenneth B. Morris, 3030 Kendall Ave., Independence, MO 64055 Randall L. Shubert, 5701 N. Drury, Kansas City, MO 64119 ... Arthur M. Latta, 4032 Harvard Ln., Apt. 102, Kansas City, MO 64133

2nd & 4th Mon. 2nd & 4th Mon. 1st & 3rd Tues. 2nd & 4th Wed. 1st & 3rd Mon. 2nd & 4th T~urs. 2nd & 4th Fn. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs.

TWENTY-SECOND DISTRICT (B) - F. O. Benjamin Allen. II. D.D.G.M.. 412 Madison. Lee's Summit. MO 64063 Jackson ...... Heroine . . . . . . . . Jackson . . . . . . Albert Pike ... Jackson . . . . . . Westport .....

104 219 340

Jackson . . . . . . Ivanhoe ....

446

Jackson . . . . . . York .......

563

Jackson . . . . . . Swope Park ..... Jackson . . . . . . East Gate .....

617 630

1ackson ...... Countrfi Club ackson . . . . . . Rockhi I .......

656 663

Kansas City 路 ... ,patrick E. Hennessy Paul Kawakami, 820 E. 31st St., Kansas City, MO 64109 ..... Kansas City ..... Alan D. Wendelton jerry W. Stei.nwinder, 5615 E. 27th St., Kansas City, MO 64127 Kansas City ..... Leonard L. Stephenson .. thomas P. Norman, 8415 W. 88th Terr., Shawnee Mission, KS 66212 ., Edward Dworkin. . Russell E. Christensen, 8640 Holmes St., Kansas City Kansas City, MO 64131 Kansas City .. ,Oscar R. Barkhurst ..... Timothy M. Duff, 11938 Harrison Dr., Kansas City, MO 641461101 Marshall C. Rimann, P.O. Box 413862, Kansas City, MO 64141 Melvin L. Tacke. . . . . Kansas City Kansas City Larry D. Oliver. . . . . .. Phillip D. Rendon, 3516 Blue Ridge Cut Off, Kansas City, MO 64133 Kansas City 路 \Clayt.on. A. Chi.ttim ~illiam W. Corbin, 1601 E. 89th Terr., Kansas Ci.ty, MO 64131 BasIlio f. Munllo RIChard A. Mansfield, 1216 Agnes Ave., Kansas CIty, MO 64127 Kansas City 路

2nd Mon. 2nd & 4th Wed. 2nd & 4th Tues.

Waverly ..... Lexington .. Higginsville . Mount Hope Richmond .. Ray . Ada .

61 149 364 476 57 223 444

Waverly

Douglas Inman Michael W. ~raff Higgmsville iames M. Knight '.' Odessa ohn D. Shurmantme Richmond . . . . .. tanley M. Thompson Camden Kirt A. Howard Orrick Michael Vandiver L~xl~gto~

,....,

Z tl t""

2nd & 4th Thurs.

1st & 3rd Wed. 2nd & 4th Thurs.

1st & 3rd Tues. 1st & 3rd Mon. 1st Wed.

tl ,....,

o 'Tj

a;:

CiVJi

TWENTY-THIRD DISTRICT - Jack G. Padley. D.D.G.M.. 2206 Walnut. Higginsville. MO 64037 Lafayette ..... Lafayette . . . . . Lafayette. . . . . Lafayette Ray Ray Ray

00 OJ

Charles W. Zumalt, Rt. 1, Box 130H, Waverly, MO 64096 Herbert W. Wipperman, 722 Buford St:, W.ellington, MO 64097 Howard 1. Tobm, Rt. 2, Box 236, HlggmsvIlle, MO 64037 .... Thomas A. Chnstopher, 337 E. Mason St., Odessa, MO 64076 . Kenneth G. Stratton, 404 W. Royal St., Richmond, MO 64085 . Robert E. Stonner, Rt. I, Box 113A, Camden, MO 64017 Maurice Hall, Rt. I, Box 157, Orrick, MO 64077

2nd Sat. 3rd Tues. 2nd & 4th Mon. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 3rd Mon. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Thurs.

TWENTY-FOURTH DISTRICT - Emmit G. Williams. D.D.G.M.. 774 E. Yerby St.. Marshall. MO 65340-2352

~ Saline Arrow Rock Saline . . . . . . . Cambndge Saline Trilumina Saline . . . . . . . Barbee Saline . . . . . . . Oriental

~ .. . . . .

55 63 205 217 518

Arrow Rock Slater Marshall Sweet Springs Blackburn

'jJ.JoeGeary. Norris E. 1 hompson Freddie D. Adams ~eorge E. Fleetwood 1erry L. Borchers

'IJames T. Smith, P.O. Box 8, Arrow Rock, MO 65320 john 1. Akeman, Rt. 1, Slater, MO 65349 thomas W. Lingle, 621 N. Franklin, Marshall, MO 65340 E. O. Rippl.ey, 404 !'"fain St., S~eet Springs, MO 6535~ Kenneth VICkery, General Delivery, BlaCKburn, MO 60321

'12nd Tues. 1st Tues. 1st Thurs. Last Fri. 3rd Tues.

f\::)

LODGE DIRECTORY BY DISTRICTS - Continued TwtNTY-FIFTH DISTRICT - Wayne F. Studley, D.D.G.M., Rt. 2, Box 119. Fayette. MO 65248 County

Lodge

Cooper Cooper . Cooper Pleasant Grove . Cooper Wallace . Cooper . . . . . . Prairie Home .. Howard Howard Howard Fayette

No.

Location

Master's Name

36 142 456 503 4 47

Boonville Otterville. . . Bunceton. . . Prairie Ho~e New Franklin Fayette

Billie R. Sullivan William H. McKnight Keith M. Bail lim Sells 13ruce Studley .. Paul A. Miller

Secretary's Name and Address Frank Ames Arnold, 733 Main St., Boonville, MO 65233 Forest E. Lewis, Rt. I, Box 21, Otterville, MO 65348 Albert A. Eichhorn, Rt. I, Box 192, Pilot Grove, MO 65276 I~rry D. Sells, P.O. Box 65, Prairie Home, Mq 65068 10m D. Markland, P.O. Box 234, New Franklin, MO 65274 Robert H. Bray, P.O. Box 290, Fayette, MO 65248

Time of Meeting 2nd & 4th Tues. 2nd & 4th Wed. 2nd Fri. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Tues. '"tl

;:tI

TWENTY·SIXTH DISTRICT - Marvin L. Painter. D.D.G.M.. 2109 Bear Creek Dr.. Columbia. MO 65202 Boone Boone Boone Boone Boone Boone Boone

Centralia

:::::: l~~:~~~ ::: ::::: · Sturgeon . · Hallsville . · . . . Ancient Landmark . .. Acacia .

59 114 156 174 336 356 602

Centralia. . .. Columbia. . . . Ashland Sturgeon Hallsville. . .. Harrisburg Columbia

. Howard C. Parvin. . . Melvin B. Goe, Sr., 450 S. Allen St., Centralia, MO 65240 . Pete Elliott. . . . .. . W. Bush Walden #2 Lavinia Ct., Columbia, MO 65201 Randy Harmon. . Jimmy G. Pauley, P.O. Box 138, Ashland, MO 65010 .. William S. Spears ... Harold L. Barrett, P.O. Box 364, Sturgeon, MO 65284-0364 .. James Bradley .. . .. Glen R. Driskill, Rt. 2, Box 80, Hallsvine, MO 65255 Carl W. Brenton . Charles R. Moreau, 1807 Rose Dr., Columbia, MO 65202 Verle J. LaBrue Eugene E. Wilson, III Loch Ln., Columbia, MO 65203

1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Tues. 1st & 3rd Mon. 1st Tues. 3rd Wed. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Tues.

on M M

"....

~ ."....

'-'

'Tl

TWENTY-SEVENTH DISTRICT - P. Monroe Bartley. D.D.G.M.. Rt. 3. Box 279. Fulton. MO 65251 Audrain Laddonia Audrain Hebron . Audrain . , Vandalia . . . . . . . . . . . Fulton . Callaway . Callaway ..... New Bloomfield Callaway ..... ,Tebbetts Callaway · .... Mokane

115 354 491 48 60 565 612

Lad~onia

Don S. Crow Phillip I. Christopher, Rt. I, Box 239, Laddonia, MO 63352 MexICo Homer R. Schremp Harns Maupm, Jr., 1508 West St., MexICo, MO 65265 Vandalia Loren E. Love Leonard D. Kennedy, 405 N. Lindell, Vandalia, MO 63382 William R. Scott, 304 Sunset Dr., Fulton, MO 65251 Fulton Edward G. Garriott New Bloomfield .. Ralph E. Struchtemeyer .. Gary L. Riddle, P.O. Box 282, Holts Summit, MO 65043 Tebbetts Charles Armstrong Ralph M. Davis, Rt. I, Tebbetts, MO 65080 John C. Davidson Erwin H. Witthaus, Rt. I, Box 12, Steedman, MO 65077 . . .. Mokane

-J

2nd Thur~.. 1st & 3rd lues. 3rd Mon . 1st & 3rd Wed. 1st & 3rd Tues. 1st & 3rd Mon. 1st Fri.

::c M

TWENTY-EIGHTH DISTRICT - Le Roy D. Raber. D.D.G.M.. 559 W. Bell. Montgomery City. MO 63361 Montgomery

Montgomery

246

Montgomery . 'IJonesburg .. Montgomery .. Daggett ....

457 492

Montgomery City

~cKittric~ onesbur

'1 Harold

R. Walkup. ..

Keith L. Meyer . . . . . Landon Grosse . . . ..

'1 Verle T. Naughton, Rt

2, Box 254, Montgomery City, Mo. 633619969 . . .. . . . . . .. .. 2nd & 4th Mon. RIChard E. Coyle, POBox 33, Jonesburg, MO 63351. . 3rd Mon. . Sidney E. Muehl, P.O. Box 413, Rhmeland, MO 65069 12nd Tues.

......

r...o

00 01

TWENTY-NINTH DISTRICT - Warren W. Wommack, D.D.G.M.. Rt. 2, Box 261, Troy, MO 63379 Lincoln. Linwln . Linwln. Linwln . Lincoln . Linwln

Trov . Silex. . .. ~ew Hope New Salem Nineveh . . . Moscow

34 75 199 270 473 558

Troy .. Silex Elsberry Winfield Olney ... Moscow Mills

Kendale D. Finley . , Robert A. Gibson Darryl D. Evans Ellis Burke. William H. Worrell ..• Clyde W. Glenn

.....

· . Floyd E. Dodson, 653 Second St., Troy, MO 63379 · . Henry A. Hueffner, Rt. 4, Box 120, Bowling Green, MO 63334 · james A. Vaughn, 212-214 Broadway, Elsberry, MO 63343 '" Martin A. Herring, Rt. 2, Box 109, Winfield, MO 63389 ., · William W. Haines, P.O. Box 67, Olney, MO 63370 · . R. Bruce Hubbard, Rt. I, Box 273, Troy, MO 63379

2nd & 4th Mon. 4th Fri. 2nd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Sat. 1st Fri. 2nd Sat.

r..D 00 O'l

THIRTIETH DISTRICT - Clarence J. Seaton, D.D.G.M.. 406 E. Banner, Warrenton, MO 63383 St. Charles .. 'lwentZVille St. Charles '" Palestine Mech';lnics.ville St. Charles Warren Pauldmgvllle Warren Warrenton

. . .

46 IWentzville . . . . '1 Rick L. Davis 241 St. Charles.. . .. Thomas D. Martin .. 260 Defiance ... '" Frank L. Shaw . II Wright City. . .. Gary R. Lashley 609 Warrenton.. . .. john W. Helm .

· 'IFrank H. Davis, 706 Love Dr., O'Fallon, MO 63366 'IIst & 3rd Wed. · Fred H. Courtney, 3273 Janton, St. Charles. MO 63301 1st & 3rd Tues. · William F. Brooks, 15371-:1i hway F, Defiance. MO 63341 2nd & 4th Mon. · Hobart E. Bodenhamer, 19~0 Spruce St., St. Charles, MO 63303 1st & 3rd Thurs. · Clarence J. Seaton, 406 E. Banner, Warrenton, MO 63383 .... 2nd & 4th Thurs.

. ,j efferson .. Russellville

Cole. ..... ,

'1 H.ickory

~~~:~~:~

43 Ijefferson City ... '1 Donald E. ?wanson,jr. 90 RussellvIlle...... C. Lowell flessa

211 56 183 295 185

Hill

: l~t%~n;a' :

Moniteau ., . Moniteau Osage . . . . . . . Chamois ..

Osage

1Linn

Eugene ...

~~'l{fo~ni~

: jamestown Chamois

326 ILinn

Clarence Thiedke Richard D. Conn, Sr. .\paUI A. Delozier ::

~:~~~ g~~~~ndo~

Robert L. Hudson, 720 Kevin Dr., jefferson City, MO 65101 . 'IIst & 3rd Mon. Clifford C. Olsen, II. 103 W. Circle, jefferson City, MO 65101 . 2nd Fri.

~br~~ec. jan. Feb. Mar. '14th Sat. 2nd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Tues.

. 'IG. Everett Hall, P.O. Box 43, Iberia, MO 65486 .. Thomas Schmidt, Rt. I, Clarksburg, MO 65025 Norman D. Potter, Rt. 2, California. MO 65018

::::::

IWilson K. Meyer

~~l~~nS~~a~:;,e~~~n'li~~~~l:~h:m8~~,j~~sJ~024 ~~. ~5.0~~. ~:~ ~~~. INolen H. Rinne, Rt. 2, Box 2516. Holts Summit, MO 65043

Z C

THIRTY-FIRST DISTRICT - John B. Moss, D.D.G.M.. 813 Mulberry, Jefferson City, MO 65101 Cole ... Cole ..

:;c

Jan.-Oct. :2nd Fri. Nov. & Dec. .. IIst & 3rd Fri.

o C

"'M "

o'"l"l 3:

en "'" C (/l

THIRTY-SECOND DISTRICT - Roy L. Barnes, D.D.G.M.. 913 Thornton St.. Pacific, MO 63069 Franklin ..... Franklin .. . . . Franklin .. . . . Franklin . . . . . Franklin .. . Franklin .. . . . Franklin . . . . . Franklin ..... Gasconade. . Gasconade. . . .

Evergreen . Sullivan . Gray Summit .. Hope . Fraternal. Columbia Easter .. Union ..... Hermann .. Owensville ....

27 69 173 251 363 534 575 593 123 624

New Haven Sullivan Gray Summit Washington Ro~ertsville

PaCIfic. . . . St. Clair. . . . Union . . . . Hermann .. Owensville.

Richard Pratt . . . . .. Charles G. Coy. . . . Donald L. Rochat " .... Daniel S. Lucas. .. Dennis Dav~s .. H. Brent HIli William F. Hinson . Lawrence Tschappler. .. . jay H. Gourley, III " . .. Gary Pohlman .

Elmer A. Allersmeyer, P.O. Box 308, New Haven, MO 63068 Harley L. Monroe, 231 Donald St., Sullivan, MO 63080 Arendt N. Kuelper, 204 Terry Ln., Washington, MO 63090 R. Woodrow Caldwell, 1310 E. 6th St., Wasnington, MO 63090 Sam r. Smothers, Rt. 1, Box 80A, Ro~ertsville, 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 Alfred F. Lieneke, 225A W. 17th St.. Hermann, MO 65041 james Diestelkamp, P.O. Box 30, Ownesville, MO 65066

1st & 2nd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Fri. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Tues. 1st & 3rd Sat. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 2nd & 4th Tues. 2nd & 4th Fri. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs.

I'>:)

r..D

f\.:)

.-.

LODGE DIRECTORY BY DISTRICTS - Continued THIRTY路FOURTH DISTRICT - George A. Jursch, D.D.G.M.. 311 Catron Ave.. Belton, MO 64012 County Cass Cass Cass Cass Cass Cass Cass Cass

Lodge

No.

Index . .. \cass . . . . . . . Grand River .. Belton ... Jewel Coldwater

54 147 276 450 480 485 633 651

. .

: : :I~r~~~nd'

Location

Master's Name

Garden City Harrisonville Freeman Belton Pleasant Hill Drexel Archie Cleveland

Leonard G. Salmon Larry K. Reece RiChardj' Hillman Warren . Yeary Richard L. Alexander Charles Bodedker Mark D. Myler Tommy C. Spears

Time of Meeting

Secretary's Name and Address Roger E. Orr, Rt. I, Box 52, Garden City, MO 64747 Arthur L. Reece, Rt. I, Box 265, Harrisonville, MO 64701 John C. Waldron, P.O. Box 156, Freeman, MO 64746 William W. McDermet, 2302 Jenkins Blvd., Raymore, MO 64083 Milton B. Carnes, Rt. 2, Box 231, Pleasant Hill, MO 64080 Edward W. Humble, P.O. Box 146, Drexel, MO 64742 Gareld L. Phillips, P.O. Box 181, Archie, MO 64725 Edwin S. Craycraft, 1105 Edgevale Terr., Harrisonville, MO 64701

1st & 3rd Tues. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 3rd Mon. 1st & 3rd Tues. 2nd Tues. 3rd Mon. 2nd & 4th Tues. 2nd Tues.

,....,

tTl

THIRTY路FIFTH DISTRICT - Ralph W. Rush, D.D.G.M.. Rt. 1, Box 240, Archie, MO 64125 Bates Bates Bates Bates Bates

' j Amsterdam. .. .. Butler. . .. Crescent Hill . RICh HIll . . Foster

141 IAmsterdam 254 Butler.. 368 Adrian .. 479 Rich Hill '" 554 Foster

'jRonald A. Hill, Sr. 'Icarl F. Stanfill, Rt. I, Amoret, MO 64722 Robert G. HardIe . . .. Richard L. Swehla, 815 W. Ohio St., Butler, MO 64730 Scott W. Allen .. . Joseph A. Frazier, 244 W. 7th St., Adrian, MO 64720 L. J. Culver Harrison D. Philbrick, Rt. 3, Box 137, Rich Hill, MO 64779 Lewis L. Watson . . W. Carl Trogdon, Rt. 3, Box 174, Butler, MO 64730

'12nd Tues. 1st & 3rd Fri. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 2nd & 4th Mon. 1st & 3rd Mon.

~ c.,;

o"T'J j

..... tTl

THIRTY路SIXTH DISTRICT - Bruce L. Smith, D.D.G.M.. P.O. Box 1013, Warsaw, MO 65355 Benton Benton Johnson Johnson Johnson Johnson Johnson Pettis Pettis Pettis

. . . . Cole Camp . . . Shawnee Knob Noster Holden . Corinthian . Cold Spring. Chilhowee ... Sedalia . . . . . . . . Granite . . . . La Monte .

. . .

595 653 245 262 265 274 487 236 272 574

Cole Camp Warsaw Knob Noster Holden Warrensburg Leeton Chilhowee Sedalia Sedalia La Monte

Leelan H. Johnson .. Neil D. Richardson Nodas Lewis David W. Loveall Louis C. Bollmeyer, III Leelan H.Johnson ., Bill Eppright John C. Meehan Clyde A. Masters Tommy Bell

. Edward K. Lenz, Rt. 1, Green Ridge, MO 65332 John Owen, P.O. Box 275, Warsaw, MO 65355 Harry V. Poynter, P.O. Box 385, Knob Noster, MO 65336 George W. Casts, 704 S. Olive St., Holden, MO 64040 . Howard C. Martin, Rt. 5, Warrensburg, MO 64093 . Edward K. Lenz, Rt. I, Green RIdge, MO 65332 H. J. Coe, Rt. I, Box 109, Chilhowee, MO 64733 Gary A. Inlow, Rt. 4, Box 189H, Sedalia, MO 65301 Ray F. Hendricks, 1614 W. 20th St., Sedalia, MO 65301 Ivan Harrison, 601 Westside Dr., Knob Noster, MO 65336

1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Tues. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Mon. 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Fri. 1st Fri. 3rd Fri. 2nd Wed. t.C

t..O 00 O'l

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

: :: : : :I~:~~~~r

.. :::::::

Calhoun .... 'ISt. Clair . · Circle . · . . . . Lowry City . · .... Appleton City Star

29 548 552 273 342 403 412 419

Windsor C~inton

Calhoun Osceola Roscoe Lowry City Appleton City Tal>erville

Walter F. Acker Eugene R. Schell, P.O. Box 283, Windsor, MO 65360 L. Scott, Jr. " .. Harry LJero~e, 411 E. Wilson, Clinton, MO 64735 ferry L. Barrow Murrell . Zolhcker, P.O. Box 215, Calhoun, MO 65323-0215 . Danny C. Hopper Eldon Lawson, Osceola, MO 64776 Robert Keeton Robert Bell, Jr., P.O. Box 175, Stockton, MO 65785 Amos Neuenschwander .. Perry L. Atchison, Rt. I, Box 218, Lowry City, MO 64763 ., .. William Dines John B. Browning, Rt. 3, Montrose, MO 64770 Lloyd R. Schneck Willard L. Dains, Rt. 2, Box 41, Rockville, MO 64780

~enneth

1st & 3rd Tues. 2nd & 4th Tues. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 3rd Tues. 2nd Wed. 1st Fri. 3rd Mon. 4th Fri.

~~l~:t:

. . . . . Linn Creek " . ... . . Macks Creek . . . . . . Laclede . . . . . . . . . Competition Conway . .. . Iberia .

:::::: ~~hfa~dille. : : : : :

152 433 83 432 528 410 375 385

Camdenton .. .. Macks Creek Lebanon Competition Conway Iberia "':aynesville Richland

Jack Scheurich Darrell Crowell, Rt. I, Box 218-20, Osage Beach, MO 65065 .. Joe Rooffener Donnie L. Poynter, P.O. Box 149, Tunas, MO 65764 Gary L. Smith Wilbur H. Bradley, P.O. Box 185, Lebanon, MO 65536 William Shamel Owen H. Simpson, 3033 King James Rd., Lebanon, MO 65536. Warren Shank Robert L. Jump, P.O. Box 388, Marshfield, MO 65706 Morris E. Roam John T. Grady', P.O. Box 65, Iberia, MO 65486 Kenneth D. Dingman, Jr. . 'Fred A. McMillan, 501 Broad~ay St... Waynesville, MO 65583 . Thomas W. Anderson Ron R. Pemberton, P.O. Box ::173, RIChland, MO 65556

o 2nd Thurs. 1st Sat. 1st Thurs. 1st Sat. 1st Sat. 1st Thurs. 2nd Tues. 2nd Wed.

Lebanon .. Cuba ..... Salem . . . . . Vienna Belle . Lanes Prairie Rolla . St. James Equality . Arlington .. Latimer ....

t"""

o o,-..

". tTl

o 'T'j

3::

(;;

THIRTY·NINTH DISTRICT - Clarence W. Wieland, D.D.G.M.. Rt. 2, Box 119, Rolla, MO 65401 Crawford Crawford Dent . .. Maries Maries Maries Phelps Phelps Phelps Pulaski Texas . . . . . . .

THIRTY-EIGHTH DISTRICT - John T. Tinsley, D.D.G.M.. 312 Ellis Ave.. Waynesville, MO 65583 Camden Camden Laclede . Laclede Laclede Miller . .

C'1

. . .

77 312 225 94 373 531 213 230 497 346 145

[JJ

Steelville Cuba Salem Vienna Belle

Leonard Bond Rodger R. Windle Junior Hubbs Albert A. Bray RONer Thom£son

St. James Newburg Dixon Licking

::::::: I' : : : : : : : : Wed. Lawrence Gorman Steve Barber, ~3 Woodcrest Tr. Pk., Rolla, MO 65401 1st & 3rd Thurs. Daniel W. Malone Loam W. Daniels, Rt. I, Box 208, Duke, MO 65461 2nd & 4th Fri. C. P. Goforth Paul E. Beydler, P.O. Box 327, Dixon, MO 65459 1st & 3rd Tues. George T. Jackson Delbert G. Mugford, Rt. I, Box 812, Licking, MO 65542 2nd & 4th Thurs.

~~lfl. ::::::::: ~~~~rd~. ~:Ifl.

Robert C. Webster, H.C. 88, Box 8078, Steelville, MO 65565 .. 1st Sat. Sam C. Orr, P.O. Box II, Cuba, MO 65453 2nd & 4th Fri. Wilbem C. Sanders, Rt. 3, Box 820, Salem, MO 65560 1st & 3rd Fri. Daniel E. Snodgrass, HCR 71, Box 25, Vienna, MO 65582 2nd Mon. Rick J. Becklenberl' P.O. Box 282, Belle, MO 65013 2nd & 4th Fri.

2~;~~h~~R;'~~, ~~. ~:~o~i~~, ~~I~,5~8g 6540

c:::

i~td&S3~d

.....

LODGE DIRECTORY BY DISTRICTS - Continued FORTIETH DISTRICT - Thomas Hamby, Jr., D.D.G.M., Rt. County

No.

Lodge

Jefferson DeSo~o Jefferson . . . . . loachlm Jefferson Shekinah Jefferson Herculaneum Arnold Tefferson St. Francois Blackwell Tyro .. Washington Washington .. Wash~ngton

'1 Potosi

. Irondale Belgrade

Washmgton

. . . . . .

119 164 256 338 673 535 12 131 143 632

. .

Location

Riddick. Western Light Urbana . Hogle's Creek f:lermitage . . · . fair Play · . Modern Bolivar ..... Pleasant Hope

·'j

361 396 421 279 288 44 144 195 467

· '1 Lawrence N. Shipp

· . Wood:ow Wm. Mosier · . Leo DICkey

Buffalo . .. . . . Louisburg Urbana ..... Wheatland . . . Hermitage. . ... Fair Play .. . .. Humansville Bolivar Pleasant Hope

Kenneth Carter. William Lockmiller Toel D. Montieth l..arry T. Gilbert Samuel Girard Ronald Bruce .... Michael A. Sprowls Glenn D. Stewart. David H. Leach.

Time of Meeting

C. Homer Turley, Rt. 5, Box 238, DeSoto, MO 63020 2nd & 4th Thurs. Vernon K. Abel, 18 Brady Ln., Hillsboro, MO 63050 2nd & 4th Fri. Donald K. Orr, Rt. 5, Box 361, DeSoto, MO 63020 2nd & 4th Tues. Henry A. Hartoebben, 12509 Chardin PI., St. Louis, MO 63128 1st & 3rd Thurs. John J. Crossley, 2262 Konert Rd., Fenton, MO 63026 2nd & 4th Thurs. Howard R. Inman, Rt. 3, Box 334, DeSoto, MO 63020 1st Sat. T. Frank Wright, Rt. I, Box 159, Caledonia, MO 63631 Sat. on or before full moon & 2 wks. thereafter Clarence Alfred Tohns, Rt. 2, Box 85, Potosi, MO 63664 '12nd Mon. David L. Ly~ch, Rt. I, Box 5, Irondale, ~O 63648 1st & 3rd Sat. Ronald W. Pierce, Rt. I, Box 69, Caledoma, MO 63631 3rd Sat.

FORTY-FIRST DISTRICT - Ross Jackson, D.D.G.M., Rt. Dallas. Dallas .. Dallas ... Hickory Hickory Polk Polk Polk Polk

128 School Dr., Pevely, MO 63070 Secretary's Name and Address

Master's Name

.. DeSoto . . Ronald L. Young '" Hillsboro . .. . Ralph L. Samples, Jr Crystal CIty Orville Burkart. . .. Herculaneum Franklin A. Revellette Arnold '" .. John T. Wilson . . Blackwell. . .. .. Ronard J Wurst Caledonia ... William S. Giles. . . .. Potosi ... Irondale Belgrade

· · · · · ·

'"0 ~

o !""',

M t'!"i

s:: Z

Box 499, Wheatland, MO 65779

!""',

Harold B. Patterson, Rt. I, Box 289, Buffalo, MO 65622 Robert 1. Patterson, P.O. Box 54, Louisburg, MO 65685 lames R. Fowler, P.O. Box 116, Urbana, MO 65767 l:thelbert T. Chaney, Rt. 1, Box 218, Wheatland, MO 65779 .. Leo H. Pitts, P.O. Box 22, Hermitage, MO 65668 . . . . . . . Don Nottingham, Rt. 2, Box 22, Fair Play, MO 65649 . . Tames W. Allison, Rt. I, Box 62, Flemington, MO 65650 ..... Bernard K. Swingle, 519 N. Springfield St., Bolivar, MO 65613 Robert E. Crowell, Rt. I, Box 4, Pleasant Hope, MO 65725 ...

4th Fri. 1st Thurs. 4th Sat. 1st Thurs. 3rd Tues. 1st Mon. 2nd Mon. 2nd Tues. 2nd Thurs.

o '"r1

....,

:r:

tTl

FORTY·SECOND DISTRICT - M. Leon Gire, D.D.G.M., P.O. Box 53, Sheldon, MO 64784 Cedar . Cedar " Dade Dade. Dade "

'1 Stockton erusalem

. t;ashingto.n . .. Everton .. , Lockwood

283 315 87 405 521

IJerico Stockton Springs Greenfield... Everton..... Lockwood...

'IEldon E. Beach . . '1 Eldon Beach, Rt 4, Box 131, Stockton, MO 65785 Earl G Holder . Teddy L Sell, Rt I, Box 365, Jenco Sprmgs, MO 64756 Randy D Greenlee .... Lacey Stapp, P.O. Box 12, Greenfield, MO 65661 . . . . Emmett A. Clawson . Wilham R Probst, 1903 Arcadia, Spnngfield, MO 65804 Gary L Harnngton Tom D Bottom, P.O Box 25, Lockwood, MO 65682

'Ilst & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Mon. . .. 4th Tues. 2nd Tues. 1st & 3rd Thurs.

r..c

00 O"l

(.,0

00 O"l

FORTY-THIRD DISTRICT - Lloyd J. Peterson, D.D.G.M., Rt. 1, Box 151, Liberal, MO 64762 Barton . . . Hermon Barton . . . . . . Lamar Cedar. . . .. Clintonville

~:~~~~:

:::: ~h:fcIeo~'

Vernon . . . . . . Schell City Vernon . . . . . . Montevallo Vernon Unity Vernon Walker

..... .

187 292 482 303 371 448

490 495 605

Liberal Lamar. . .. . Eldorado Springs . Nevada Sheldon Schell City.. . .. Montevallo. . . Richards Walker

J. D. R~~dle Henry loffner . Jack Barnes Chester L. Barrett.. Randall L. Fellows Leland E. Ijams James Johnson William J. Cooper John P.13loesser

. .. . .. . .. '"

Joy T. Funk. 500 Payne St.. Liberal, MO 64762 Ray M. Quackenbush, P.O. Box 281, Lamar. MO 64759 Jim Welton. P.O. Box 175. Roscoe, MO 64781 'tugene Story, Rt. 2. Box 332A, Nevada. MO 64772 H.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. I, Box 4. Richards. MO 64778 Grover G. Phillips, Rt. 2. Box 53, Harwood. MO 64750

1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Tues. 2nd Thurs. 2nd Fn. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd Wed. 1st & 3rd Sat. 1st & 3rd Wed. 1st & 3rd Thurs.

,....,

FORTY-FOURTH DISTRICT - Russell J. Schell, Sr., D.D.G.M., P.O. Box 357, Alba, MO 64830 Jasper. asper. . asper. . asper . . Jasper. Jasper Jasper. Jasper. Jasper. Jasper.

. . . .

.. .. .. .. . .

. . . .

.. .. .. ..

Carthage. Sarcoxie Jo lin .... Fellowship. Jasper .... Carterville .. Mineral .... Webb City .. Carl Junction .. Criterion.

197 293 335 345 398 401 471 512 549 586

Carthage .. John A. Pace .. Sarcoxie .. James M. Stotts. . Joplin. . . . Melvin W. Hunt Joplm . . . James N. Hamilton Jasper Larry Storm. . . . . .. .. Carterville. . . . Howa,rd Van Slyke ..... Oronogo. . Darwm R. Flathers ., . Webb City Wayne H. Greenfield Carl Junction Roy Dale Williams Alba Sandy Turner

Carroll D. Hendrickson, P.O. Box 274, Carthage, MO 64836 .. Fred D. Heckmaster. Rt. 2, Box 56, Sarcoxie. MO 64862 ..... W. Larrance Roe, 1815 MIChIgan, Jop.lm, MO 64801-5150 .. , James H Doran, PO. Box 1235, Jop1in, MO 64802 ... . Charles Baker, Rt. I, Box 133, Jophn, MO 64801 WIlham H. Munday, 2814 McConnell St., Joplin, MO 64801 Howard L Floyd. Rt. I. Box 520. Asbury. MO 64832 Jack Amos. 3410 E. 13th St., JoplIn, MO 64801 Herbert D. Sandy. P.O. Box 298, Carl Junction, MO 64834 ., . RussellJ. Schell. Sr.. P.O. Box 357. Alba, MO 64830

2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Tues. 1st & 3rd Mo~. 2nd & 4th, ~n. 1st & 3rd lues. 1st & 3rd fues. 1st & 3rd [hurs. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 2nd & 4th Wed. 2nd Tues.

>Z o l'

o o

,....,

,...., '-' 'T'j

( /) (/)

FORTY-FIFTH DISTRICT - Charles C. Bybee, D.D.G.M., 510 E. Grand, Springfield, MO 65807

Greene

.... ,United

Springfield

Greene , O'Sullivan Greene . . . . . . Ash Grove .. Greene . . . . . . Solomon .. Greene Greene Greene Greene Webster Webster Webster Webster Webster

· '1 Gate of the Temple · . Republic Strafford. · .• Willard .... Webster .. Doric .... Mount Olive Hazelwood Henderson ....

7 100 271

Walnut Grove Ash Grove. . Springfield

422 570 608 620 98 300 439 459 477

Springf!eld Repubhc .. Strafford . . Willard . . . Marshfield.. Elkland Rogersville Seymour . . .. Rogersville

. James W. Greenlee. Sr. .. Almon A. Atkins, P.O. Box 10301 G.S.S., Springfield, MO 65808-0301 Arthur Dotson A. Willard Fetterhoff. Rt. I, Box 282, Aldrich, MO 65601 . Gene A. Doran Edgar Jenkins. Rt. I. Box 65, Ash Grove, MO 65604 . Chester H. Holleman Raymond R. Sanders. Jr., 510 S. Scenic Ave.. Springfield. MO 658'02 John.o. Rea Ra Hilton. !'-.:Q~ox 985, C.S.S., Springfield.. MO 65803 , . Ronme G. Johnson rnest . annmg, '327 S. West Ave., RepublIc. MO 65738 . . Bill Frazier'Ir. .. Gary Yarbrough. Rt. 3, Box 259, ~trafford, MO 65757 . . Harley W. E more Bobby D. Hurd, P.O. Box 254. WIllard, MO 65781 ,.~ .. Edward B. Spear J. Edward Blinn. P.O. Box 14. Marshfield, MO 65706 Fred Meyer James Jacobs. P.O. Box 69, Elkland, MO 65644 .. 'R,andaTl J. Jones, Rt. 3, Box 159, Rogersville. MO 65742 Robert L. Cantrell .. Dean Rowe 1 ony Jurwlcz. Rt. 2, Box 254. HartvIlle, MO 65667 Fred S. Livingston , Jeffrey D. Lee. 1342 E. Battlefield, Springfield, MO 65804

3rd Mon. 2nd Tues. 2nd Tues. 2nd Mon. 3rd Thurs. 2nd Thurs. 1st Thurs. 1st Thurs. 2nd Fri. 2nd Sat. 3rd Mon. 2nd & 4th Mon. 3rd Thurs.

t-::I

......

LODGE DIRECTORY BY DISTRICTS - Continued

f\:)

......

*'"

FORTY路SIXTH DISTRICT - Jacob C. Baird, D.D.G.M., Rt. 2, Box 58, Norwood, MO 65717 County

Lodge

Douglas Douglas Texas. . . Texas Texas Texas . . . Wright . . . . "'right Wright "'right . . . ..

No.

:I~il'~t K~~b: : : :

26 182

. Barnes ..... Texas. Plato . . Summersville .... Mountain Grove. . Joppa .... . '\l:ansfield . :'\orwood

116 177 469 555 158 411 543 622

Location Ava Richville Cabool Houston Plato. . . . . .

Master's Name

:I~~;~~sH'ofio~th

. Summe~sville .... Mountam Grove .. Hartville Mansfield Norwood

Daryle Etter John L. Warner, Jr. Robert L. Dodson Lloyd B. Ayres, Jr. . Walter S. Dmkerman Ronald B. Benson.. James Cant.rell John R, EllIOtt

Time of Meeting

Secretary's Name and Address . Vernon E. Frey, P.O. Box 985, Ava, MO 65608 . George A. Collins, Davis Creek Rt., Box 56, West Plains, MO 65775 Hugh D. Lower, P.O. Box 215, Cabool, MO 65689 Larry K. Ward, P.O. Box 457, Success, MO 65570 .. , Harold D. Earp, P.O. Box 213, Roby, MO 65557 .,. Stanley Nor!n, Star Rt., Box 97, Summersville, MO 65571 ' .. Jacob c. Baird, Rt. 2, Box 58, Norwood, MO 65717 . .. Chester A. Lenox, P,O. Box C, Hartville, MO 65667 William E.. Dennis, P.O. Box 616, Mansfield, MO 65704 Jerry L. RIchardson, Rt. 2, Box 94, Norwood, MO 65717

1st & 3rd Tues. 2nd Thurs. 1st Tues. 1st Thurs. 1st Mon. 2nd Sa~. 2nd Fn. 1st Mon. 2nd Tues. 1st Thurs.

,-., "'" ~ ~

FORTY路SEVENTH DISTRICT - Paul E. Davis, D.D.G.MOI Rt. 2, Box 192, Ellington, MO 63638

Carter

., Van Buren

Caner Remolds . . Remolds. Remolds. Shannon ' .... Shannon . Shannon . .

Grandin Hopewell Barnesville Bunker .. Delphian .. Winona . Eminence

509

Van Buren

579 239 353 675 137 430 607

Grandin Le~terville

Ellmgton Bunker. .. Bi~ch Tree Wmona Eminence

Harold Danders, Jr

Bruce F. Elliott, P.O. Box 304, Van Buren, MO 63965

Wilburn C. Hodo ., Tony E. Cates, Rt. 1, Box 291, Ellsinore, MO 63937 Jerry P. Myers James M. Johnson, Rt. I, Box 182, Black, MO 63625 .. ; ' . bonald E. Lamb Barnard L. Mormon, Rt. 3, Box 237, Redford, MO 6366:> .', James Hayes Angus Highley, P.O. Box 63, Bunker, MO 63629 ' ,. Curtis Campbell David E. Ret;d, Rt. 2, Box 260, Mountain View, Mg 65548 Gordon A. Buckner. , . , . Wayne G. Miley, Rt. 1, Box 187A, Wmona, MO 6:>:>88 ' Eugene Conway Allen L. Akers, P.O. Box 208, Eminence, MO 65466 . .

Sat. on or after full moon 2nd Mon. 4th Sat. 2nd Sat. 2nd & 4th Fri. 1st & 3rd Mon. 2nd & 4th Tues. 1st & 3rd Thurs.

~ ir. C ""r': -l

:: tTl

FORTY-EIGHTH DISTRICT - Dennis C. McGuire, D.D.G.MOI Rt. 3, Box 313, Farmington, MO 63640 Iron Iron , Iron, Madison St. Francois St. Francois St. Francois St. Francois St. Francois St. Francois St. Francois

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

Star of the West. Mosaic Viburnum . Marcus ... Bismarck .. Farmington . Ionic St. Francois Samaritan Pendleton Leadwood .

St. Francois ... 1Elvins .. Ste. Genevieve . Saline .

133 351 676 110 41 132 154 234 424 551 598

Ironton " . John T. Warren, Jr. l.ester Pnce Belleview Virburnum Herman E. Jackson Fredericktown Elza M, Rehkop Bismarck Ray Politte Farmington Robert G. Webb Desloge Joh,:! F, Co~pton LIbertyvIlle DaVid V. Kinkead Bonne Terre .,. ,. Ed Nebel ... ' Doe Run Ken.neth Williams Leadwood KeVin Lashley .. , .

599 226

Flat River St. Mary's

Lawrence R. Kelly Ronald Pope,. .

Harold J. Vandergriff, 330 S. Main St., lr~mton, MO ~3?50. . Ralph A. Trask, H.C. 63, Box 36A, BelleVIew, MO 636B Cletus H. Faircloth, P.O. Box 302, Viburnum, MO 65566 . Barton D. Tallent, 116 Saline St., Fredericktown, MO 636015 Garry L. Dalton, Rt. 2, Box 161, Bismarck, MO 63624 Dennis C. McGuire, P.O. Box 384, Farmington, MO 636010 Willi.am Copt;land, 1010 Chestnut St." Des~oge, MO 63t?0! . .. P. Vincent Kinkead, Rt. 2, Box 243, Farmington, MO 636010 .. William E. Robinson, 319 Church St., Bonne Terre. MO 6:~62~ . Phillip R. Gruner, Jr., Rt. 1, Box 188, Farmingtol!: MO 636010 . Harold E, Wllhams, 602 Champs Elysees, Bonne I CITe. MO 63628. ' . . . . . . . . ' ' .. Clark Layne, Jr.. Rt. I, Box 519. Elvins. MO 6:1639 .. Dwight Smith, 439 N. West St .. Perrvville, ~10 6:1775

2nd & o1th Fri. 1st Sat. 2nd & o1th Tues. lst & 3rd Thurs. 1st & :~rd Sat. 2nd 8.: o1th Thurs. lSI &. :~rd ~[on. 1st I hurs. 1st'" :lrd Thll1's. 2nd", o1th Fri. 2nd", -llh Sat. 1st'" :lrd I'llt'S . -llh Sat.

'.C

...... cD 00 OJ

FORTY路NINTH DISTRICT - Joe D. Masterson, D.D.G.M., Rt. 3, Box 236, Jackson, MO 63755 Bollinger Bollinger Cape Girardeau Cape Girardeau Cape Girardeau Cape Girardeau Cape Girardeau Cape Girardeau

Trowel . Zalma . St. Mark's . West View . Mystic Tie . Whitewater . Excelsior . Harold O. Grauel ..

Perry Perryville Scott I1Imo Scott . . . . . . . . Chaffee

. .

440 545 93 103 221 417 441 672

Marble Hill Zalma Cape Girardeau Millersville Oak Ridge Whitewater jackson Cape Girardeau ..

Clemo H. lames Anthony r. Wilfong lames H. Tilley Noah H. Sharrock joseph L. lordon Albert L. Rodgers Ronald]. Gardner Louis I. Picou

670 581 615

Perryville Scott City Chaffee

Stanley P. Grantham Clay E. Hunte~ Norman S. Gnbler

Fred L. Thomas, P.O. Box 54, Marble Hill, MO 63764 Lee Dalton, Rt. I, Box 6, Sturdivant, MO 63782-9702 Robert L. Campbell, P.O. Box 1095, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 Rusby D. Niswonger, Rt. I, Millersville, MO 63766 Vernon C. Daume, Rt. I, Box 32, Oak Ridge, MO 63769 E. Ned Moore, 2726 Chrysler St., Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 . joe D. Masterson, Rt. 3, Box 236, jackson, MO 63755 Cecil O. Blaylock, 217 S. Louisiana Ave., Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 Kenneth E. Corse, Rt. 6, Box lA, Perryville, MO 63775 Charles H. Spradlin, Rt. I, Box 1402, S~ott City, MO 63780 Norman A. Proffer, Rt. I, 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.

:;:::

>-Z t;j

FIFTIETH DISTRICT - Lloyd E. Michelsen, D.D.G.M., P.O. Box 171, Oran, MO 63771

ot;j

,.....,

Mississippi . . . . East Prairie

~~~i~~E:id' :: ~~~~Ih~t~~

Scott . . . Scott . . . Stoddard Stoddard Stoddard Stoddard Stoddard Stoddard

. . . . . . . .

Morley . . . . . . . . . Sikeston . Bloomfield . Essex . Lakeville . Dexter . Advance Puxico .

384 407 603 184 310 153 278 489 532 590 596

East Prairie Charleston Morehouse Morley Sikeston Bloomfield Essex Bell City Dexter Advance Puxico

jeff Shoffner Charles W. White lames Orr Ben Wilkinson L. wJne Cowell ~ W. ohnson ene . Kirby oy W. Friedrich Marvin Rowland Ryan Holder Carroll D. Ward

Gary W. Morris, Rt. 2, Box 524, East Prairie, MO 63845 2nd & 4th Thurs. C. Nolen Miller, 505 N. Main St., Charleston, MO 63834 1st & 3rd Thurs. Rich Holland, 109 Cedar Ln., Dexter, MO 63842 2nd & 4th Tues. Lloyd E. Michelsen, P.O. Box 171, Oran, MO 63771 2nd & 4th Mon. Elbert F. Sloan, 708 E. Gladys St., Sikeston, MO 63801 1st & 3rd Thurs. johnny M. Robey, Sr., P.O. Box 417, Bloomfield, MO 63825 .. 1st & 3rd Thurs. Garry L. Sides, Rt. 3, Box 264, Bloomfield, MO 63825 2nd & 4th Thurs. W. Max Bollinger, P.O. Box 156, Bell City, MO 63735 2nd & 4th Thurs. Thomas E. Stevens, Rt. 5, Box 281, Dexter, MO 63841 1st & 3rd Tues. George V. Green, Rt. I, Box 149, Advance, MO 63730 1st & 3rd Thurs. Leo H. Lowery, Rt. 2, Puxico, MO 63960 1st & 3rd Mon.

o "T'j

3::

(j; r.FJ

o C

FIFTY路FIRST DISTRICT - Arblean McHugh, D.D.G.M., Rt. 1, Box 180A, Wardell, MO 63879 New Madrid .. New Madrid .. New Madrid .. Pemiscot ..... Pemiscot . . . . . Pemiscott

Point Pleasant . New Madrid . Odom . Caruthersville . Hayti .. .. ... Wardell .

176 429 671 461 571 665

Conran. '.' New Madnd Portageville CaruthersvIlle Hayti Wardell

Robert I. McAlister Rocky L Houston Raymond Buck Leonard Ferrell David W. Turn.er Donald Boatwnght

Vernie S. Totty, 303 LeSieur Ave., Port.ageville, MO 63873 2nd & 4th Thurs. Mac Smotherman, Box 203, New Madnd, MO 63869-0203 2nd & 4th Mon. 1st & 3rd !hurs. lames D. Grable, 203 E. Third St., Portageville, MO 63873 Ben W. Burns, P.O. Box 185, Caruthersville, MO 63830 1st & 3rd lues. Theodore T. Martin, 102 E. Washington St., Hayti, MO 63851 . 1st & 3rd Thurs. Arblean McHugh, Rt. I, Box 180A, Wardell, MO 63879 1st Tues. I'\:; (,}l

......

O"l

LODGE DIRECTORY BY DISTRICTS - Continued

FIFTY·SECOND DISTRICT - Richard R. Brooks, D.D.G.M., Rt. 6, Box 288H, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901 County Butler Ripley. . Ripley. . Wayne Wayne

Lodge

'1 Composite Poplar Bluff . ...

.. .. .. ..

Naylor .. Greenville Wayne

No.

Location

Master's Name

209 369 568 107 526

Poplar Bluff. Doniphan Naylor .. Greenville PIedmont.

. '1 Raymond Y. Carter .. George Michel . . Fred Porter .. Anthony Dildine . . . . Charles E. Harns ..

Secretary's Name and Address

Time of Meeting

... 1Charles E. Divine, P.O. Box 475. Poplar Bluff, MO 63901 '12nd & 4th Tues. . .. Ronnie W. Smith, Rt. 3, Box 87, Doniphan. MO 63935 2nd & 4th Tues. . .. ohn A. Drennan. HC I, Box 126, Fairdealing, MO 63939 1st & 3rd Thurs. . .. ti:gil M. Clubb, P.O. Box 36•. Greenv,ille. MO 63944 . . . . . . . . 1st & 3rd Thurs. . .. WIlliam N. Burch. 414 N. Mam St., Piedmont. MO 63957 .... 2nd & 4th Sat.

"ij

:;:::

o,...,

FIFTY·THIRD DISTRICT - Herbert Cooper, Ir., D.D.G.M., Rt. 2, Box 607, Willow Springs, MO 65793 Howell Howell Howell Oregon Oregon Oregon Oregon Ozark . Ozark . Ozark . Ozark .

.. ..

Mt. Zion Ingomar Mountain View . Alton . . . . . . Woodside . . . . . . Clifton Koshkonong . .. Sampson . Bayou ... . . Rockbridge . Robert Burns ...

327 536 637 255 387 463 582 298 365 435 496

West Plains ... Willow Springs Mountain View. Alton Thomasville . . Thayer Koshkonong Theodosia Bakersfield Almartha . . Gainesville.

. .

. . .

Victor E. Bragg .. Glenn W. Groves. Jack Wester ..... 'Elvie L. Hasting .. Claude Malone ... Freeman Burrow. Duane Staley Max Griffith . ~rry L. Lovelace . im Thomas . illiam F. Jenkins ..

· 'Isamuel N. Hurst. 704 Joe Jones B.lvd., We~t Plains. MO 65775 . · . Don E. Traver, Rt. 3. Sox 217. Willow Sprmgs. MO 65793 ... · . Robert L. Butler, Rt. 3,638 E. Third. Mountam View. MO 65548 · Charles J. Clemen. Rt. 2, Box 115A. Alton, MO 65606 · Art Franks, Thomasville Rt.. Box 90, Birch Tree, MO 65438 .. Bill D. Williams. P.O. Box 95. Thayer. MO 65791 '1 Eugene S. Frealy. Rt. 2. Box 2261. Thayer. MO 65791

M 1st Thurs. 2nd Tues. 2nd & 4th Tues. 3rd Mon. 3rd Sat. 2nd Tues. 2nd Thurs.

: ~:~ten~~~~~rR~tA~'B~~x7~~~: ~~~\fi~id~~g5;~t26 : : : : : : : ~~~ i~~.es. · William F. O'Guinn. Rt. I, Box 46, Norwood. MO 65717 2nd Sat. 4th Thurs. · . Barney Douglas. Rt. I. Box 63, Gainesville. MO 65655

l"'I

o Z

'"' CJJ i""'

'Tj

-J

........

FIFTY·FOURTH DISTRICT - Frank D. Whiting, D.D.G.M., Rt. 4, Box 116, Galena, MO 65656 Christian ..... 1Sparta

296

Sparta.

Christian .. Christian. Stone Stone Taney. Taney.

352 379 515 519 453 587

Ozark Billings Galena Crane Forsyth Branson

Friend Billings. Galena . 'ICrane . . Forsyth Branson

. ,Jim H. Hale. . . ·. ·. ·. ·. .... ....

Richard O. Ramsey Sta~ D. Laney David O. Barnes. . Donald Dean .. Charles A. Nims Thomas P. Baker ....

. Donald H. Roller, P.O. Box 47. Sparta. MO 65753 . Gregory K. Hanks. P.O. Box 163. Ozark. MO 65721 Gerald G. Laney, Rt. 2, Box 115. Billings, MO 65610 Carnell E. CutbIrth, Rt. I, Box 293B. Galena, MO 65656 Clyde L. Robmson. 103 Mockmgblrd Ln., Crane, MO 65633 Robert E Housman. P.O. Box 1534, Forsyth. MO 65653 . Alvm H. Jones. P.O. Box Ill. PowerSite, MO 65731 . . ....

Fri. night on or before full moon 1st Tues. 1st Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Tues. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Mon. '-C ex; O'l

..... FIFTY路FIFTH DISTRICT Barry Barry

. . . . Monett . . . . Barry

Barry . . . . . . . Pythagoras . Barry Comfort . Barry . . . . . . . Central Crossing .. Lawrence Mount Vernon .... Lawrence Canopy . Lawrence Decatur . Lawrence Miller .

c.o

Charles H. Moore, D.D.G.M., Rt. 3, Box 3485, Cassville, MO 65625

129 367

Monett Washburn

383 533 674 99 284 400 567

Cassville Wheaton Shell Knob Mount Vernon Aurora Pierce City Miller

00 O'l

Jim Bass John A. McDaniel

Charles A. Donica, 318 Broadway, Monett, MO 65708 lst Thurs. Michael L. Shafer, 1733 S. Garrison, Carthage, MO 64836-3046 3rd Thurs. James W. Lecompte, II .. Charles Moore, Rt. 3, Box 3485, Cassville, MO 65625 1st & 3rd Thurs. John R. Royer Frank W. Kennedy, Rt. I, Box 49, Exeter, MO 65647 2nd & 4th Thurs. Jimmie M. Norman Travis D. Wyatt, P.O. Box 421, Shell Knob, MO 65747 lst Tues. Harold Howell Vincen W. Baldwin, Rt. 3, Box 161, Mt. Vernon, MO 65712 .. lst & 3rd Tues. Jimmie Barton Robert E. Skelton, 1107 Griffith St., Aurora, MO 65605 lst Tues. bon Lakin Don Coones, P.O. Box 154, Pierce City, MO 65723 lst & 3rd Thurs. Terry L. Washam Ron Myers, P.O. Box 75, Halltown, MO 65664 2nd Mon. (j :;:t::

>-Z

FIFTY路SIXTH DISTRICT - Edwin W. Parker, D.D.G.M., Rt. 4, Box 369, Neosho, MO 64850

McDonald ... Southwest McDonald . . . . Anderson Newton Neosho . Newton Granby Newton Stella

. .

466 621 247 514 538

Southwest CIty .. 'IAce Moreland, Ill 'IROY E. Drake, Rt. I, Box 15A,Jay, OK 74346 Anderson Clinton H. Shaddox,Jr. .. Roy H. Eppard, Rt. I, Box 513, Goodman, MO 64843 Neosho... .., Henry A. Freund Ramon AllIson, Rt. 7, Box 178, Neosho, MO 64850 Granby... . Jim Webb Joseph D. McBride, P.O. Box 126, Newtonia, MO 64853 Stella . . .. Douglas Garren Chester Johnston, Rt. I, Box 186, Rocky Comfort, MO 64861

FIFTY-EIGHTH DISTRICT Miller .. Morgan Morgan

Ionia Versailles Barnett ..

Eldon Versailles Barnett

'Ilst & 3rd Tues. 2nd Mon. lst Thurs. lst & 3rd Mon. . 1st Tues.

t""'

t:l ,-..

Raymond C. Garber, D.D.G.M., P.O. Box 26, Versailles, MO 65084 'IM. Paul Plank Lloyd C. Marriott Kevin D. McDonald

t:l

'Tj

路IF. Douglass Partridge, 219 N. Locust St., Eldon, MO 65026 .. '12nd & 4th Mon. Vernon L. Whittle, "Rot. 3, Box 281, Versailles, MO 65084 2nd & 4th Mon. J. Dwight McDonald, Rt. 2, Box 63, Barnett, MO 65011 3rd Mon.

( J) (J)

c FIFTY-NINTH DISTRICT Jackson Jackson Jackson Jackson. Jackson Jackson Jackson Jackson Jackson Jackson Jackson

Independence Summit McDonald Blue Springs Raytown . Christian . Buckner Marlborough Mt. Washington Grandview .. Grain Valley

. . .

M4 3~ ~I ~2

. . .

001 ~9

614 618 M4

Independence Lee's Summit Independence .. , Blue Springs Raytown Oak Grove Buckner Grandview Independence .. , Gra~dview

Gram Valley

C. Keith Wilkinson, D.D.G.M., 215 S. Hunter, Independence, MO 64050 Darrell D. Wisemore Robert R. Crick, 329 E. Kansas, Independence, MO 64050 Kalvin L. Oldenburg John Weight, 703 Charleston Ave., Lee's Summit, MO 64063 .. Warren E. Tyler Charles D. Lemasters, Rt. 2, Box 211, Blue Springs, MO 64015 John V. Hilburn, Sr William E. Broggi, Sr., 401 S. 21st St., Blue Springs, MO 64015 Matthew L. Quesenberry . Chriss L. Green, Jr., 3104 Claremont, Independence, MO 64052 Johnnie Jackson Gary McLallen, S'r., Rt. I, Al Gossett Rd., Lone Jack, MO 64075 W. Franklin Roszell Clarence L. Alumbaugh, Rt. I, Box 59, Buckner, MO 64016 .. Harold E. Holliger James C. Lane, 10216 Tracy Ave., Kansas City, MO 64131 George O. Robinson, Sr. . Charles R. Gates, 4301 S. Pleasant, Independence, MO 64055 . Harry P. Roberts losep~ G. Wehner, 6007 E. 86th St., Kan~as City, MO 64138 .. John Bybee Maunce R. Barnard, 308 Walnut St., Gram Valley, MO 64029

2nd & 4th Mon. lst & 3rd Tues. 1st & 3rd Mon. lst & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Thurs. lst & 3rd Tues. 1st & 3rd Mon. 2nd & 4th Fri. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Tues.

..... -...}

h:I

LODGE DIRECTORY BY DISTRICTS - Continued SIXTIETH DISTRICT - Paul Patton, D.D.G.M., P.O. Box 452, Kennett, MO 63857 County

Lodge

Dunklin Dunklin Dunklin Dunklin Dunklin .. Dunklin Dunklin Stoddard. . . . .

Kennett Four Mile .. Hornersville .. Cardwell . Malden Senath .. Clarkton Bernie ..

:-.10.

Location

68 212 215 231 406 513 645 573

Kennett. . . . . .. Campbell Hornersville. . .. Cardwell Malden Senath Clarkton Bernie. .

Master's Name Dewayne L. Jackson. Harlan B. Snort Danny Daniels James E. ~cott. Garry Irvin Kenneth F. Gibson W. K. Windham Scott Boyle

Secretary's Name and Address

.. .. . . .

Herbert Knotts, Rt. 1, Box 206, Kennett, MO 63857 Joe W. Cumins, P.O. Box 86, Campbell, MO 63933 James T. Moore, P.O. Box 244, Hornersville, MO 63855 . . .. Herman L. Clark, Rt. 1, Arbyrd, MO 63821 . . . . . . . Ronald E. Doyel, Rt. 2, Box 396, Malden, MO 63863 Raymond D. French, Jr., Rt. 1, Senath, MO 63876 Daniel A. Day, P.O. Box 222, Gideon, MO 63848 . . . . . . RobertJ. :'I;ewton, P.O. Box 361, Bernie, MO 63822

Time of Meeting 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Mon. 1st & ,3rd Thurs. 2nd 1 ues. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Mon. 2nd & 4th Thurs.

St. Louis St. Louis St. Louis

~~: t~~::

St. St. St. St. St. St. St.

Louis Louis Lou!s LouIs Louis Louis Louis

.. 'IBeacon ..... ... Bridgeton Occidental Paul Revere Apollo

::~;N~~~n ..... ..... ..... ..... ..... .. ...

Overland Mizpah ... fennings .. Shaveh ... Progress Berkeley Florissant

3 80 . . .

163 330 529 542 613 623 639 640 646 657 667 668

ISt.Hazelwood . Johns

. .• David H. Metcalf Charles H. Miller, 10216 Baltimore Ave., St. Ann, MO 63074 .. Thomas G. Hennenhoefer Earl A. Sandroff, 777 S. New Ballas Rd., #315E, Creve Coeur, MO 63141 Overland Keith Forrest .. Bobby E. Robertson, 9112 Arvin PI., Affton, MO 63123 .. . Ernest E. Mangles Arthur S. Wehmeyer, 2210 McLaran Ave., St. Louis, MO 63136 St. Louis. . .. . William M. Kazban, 7613 Cheshire Ln., Affton, MO 63123 Creve Coeur .... Edgar H. Lineback, Sr. Ferguson. . . . .. Charles E. McIntosh .. Herman L. McGill, 129 S. Barat Ave., Ferguson, MO 63135 Hazelwood Robert L. Wagner. . .. . Edward T. 1\:eely, fr., 10191 Cloverdale Dr., St. Louis, MO 63136 St. Louis . Spencer R. Straubmuller . Robert:-.1. Cox, 706 Barley Ridge Ct., S., St. Peters, MO 63376 . Florissant. . . . A11an D. Southmayd .. . G. Glenn Wilson, 11161 Estrada Dr., Apt. 5, St. Louis, MO 63138

ter~~~n~~e~~'

';j~~i:{d D·tPu~:u~s

Florissant. . . . .

Billy J. thaxton Benny J. Kelley. . . .. Warren W. Bergman

~er~eley

F1oTlSsant

M M

o Z

DISTRICT 61A - Gilbert L. Mattli. D.D.G.M., 8956 Stansberry Ave., St. Louis, MO 63134 St. Louis St. Louis

;5 on

C/J

2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 1st & 3rd Mon. 1st & 3rd Wed. 2nd & 4th Wed. 1st & 3rd Fri. 2nd & 4th Tues. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Tues.

t""'

~ ~

: ~~l~~ ~~~;h~~%!~': ~~I~I~~:~JalsD~~"'~'I~~I:~~~,~g66i~3432 : ::~ ~~~~.Tues. .. Paul C. Neuenkirk, 9252 Edna Ave., St. Louis, MO 63137 .... 2nd & 4th Thurs. .. Charles J. C:ouchman, 4843 Margaret Dr.,_ Berkeley, MO 63134 1st & 3rd T~urs. .. G. Glenn WIlson, 11161 Estrada Dr., Apt. 3, St. LOUIS, MO 63138 2nd & 4th Fn.

(.0

00 O'l

.....

(.0

C])

DISTRICT 61B St. Louis St. Louis City of St. Louis Naphtali .

Sidney Shear, D.D.G.M.. 1102 Woodlake Village Dr.. St. Louis, MO 63141

20 1St. Lou!s 25 St. LoUIs

St. Louis Mt. Moriah . St. Louis Polar Star . City of St. Louis Pride of the West .. City of St. Louis Cosmos .

40 79 179 282

St. Louis Clayton St. Louis St. Louis

Max Stein, 17 Bon Hills Dr., Olivette, MO 63132 Warren R. Knackstedt, 7424 GravOIs Rd., Dittmer, MO 63023-9602 Robert J. Peplaw Gearl K. Shepherd, 6663 Foothills Ct., Florrisant, MO 63033 .. Fred O. Hahn, 780 jerome Ln., Cahokia, IL 62206 Louis M. Matusofsky Harold F. Simmons, 242 Turf Ct., Webster Groves, MO 63119 . Dean A. Smith David K. Pinkley . . . . . . . Ra?t~~~~{M~I~3rr34jf822\ Whitfield Ln.,

City of St. Louis St. Louis . . . . . City of St. Louis St. Louis . . . . . St. Louis . . . . . City of St. Louis St. Louis .....

360 550 576 601 616 638 642

St. Louis Creve Coeur St. Louis Clayton Brentwood St. Louis Creve Coeur

john M. Kapros lohn A. Robbins Bruce Cumberledge Elmer A. Moeller Robert j. Van Buskirk William M.. Pidgeon jacob D. LIte

Tuscan . Rose Hill . Olive Branch . Clayton Brentwood Triangle Benjamin Franklin

St. Louis . . . . . Purity

. . . . .

658

Creve Coeur

DISTRICT 61C -

City of St. Louis MissouriCommonwealth .. St. Louis . . . . . Bonhomme . St. Louis ..... Webster Groves St. St. St. St. St. St. St. St. St.

Louis . . . . . Louis ..... Louis ... Louis ... Louis Louis Louis ... Louis ... Louis .....

~~: t~~::

Keystone Fenton .. Meramec Anchor West Gate Kirkwood Euclid Maplewood Forest Park

. . . . . . .

.. :::~:~~do~~k. ::::::

St. Louis . . . . . Crestwood

leffrey S. Mardis Walter J. McDamel

Kevin S. Winchell

John W. Hillemeyer, 50 Magnolia Dr., St. Louis, MO 63124 "rhomas O. Gooch, 12000 Orchard View, Creve Coeur, MO 63146 Melvin S. Acord, 1349 Graham Ave., St. Louis, MO 63139 Earl E. Sampson, 1808 Kenilworth Dr., Brentwood, MO 63144. Emmett Broombaugh, 14805 Woodford Way, Bridgeton, MO 63044 lohn W. Spickler, 9437 .W. Milton Ave., St. LOUIS, MO 63.114 .. Ben Lamberg, 1434 Willowbrook Cove, Apt. 3, St. LOUIS, MO 63146 Ronald D. Winchell, 127 Double Eagle Dr., St. Charles, MO 63303 .

2nd & 4th Thurs.

1st & 3rd Tues. 2nd & 4th Tues. 2nd & 4th Tues. 1st & 3rd Thurs. 2nd & 4th Thurs. 2nd Thurs.

2nd & 4th Thurs. 1st & 3rd Sat. 1st & 3rd Fri. 2nd & 4th Wed. 2nd & 4th Mon.

1st & 3rd Wed. 1st & 3rd Mon.

243 281 313 443 445 484 505 566 578 629 636 669

~~~I~iK:r~. : : : : : ~~eb~~li~;~de~te~'

Crestwood

Ronald j. Breeden

::::

,-.

~ ~

Webster Groves .. ITimothy J. Spickler ..... IClarence B. Doll, 8011 Crestway Ave., St. Louis, MO 63123 ... 14th Thurs. Myrle R. Carver, Sr., 5959 Hilgard PI., St. Louis, MO 63109 .. Ralph L. johnson, 129 E. Lockwood, Apt. 2A, Webster Groves, MO 63119 Webster Groves .. Ralph E. Gibson Floyd G. Ward, 4647 Tower Grove PI., St. Louis, MO 63110 .. Fenton David C. Riek Robert L. Wilson, 4735 Hedgemont Dr., St. Louis, MO 63128 . Eureka Norman E. Harrison RobertJ. Stanton, 305 Clara St., Eureka, MO 63025 C~estwood Richard L. Ketcherside .. Herbert I. Gosney, #13 Park Lawn Dr., Fe!"1ton, MO 63026 Kirkwood Emory G. Aytes Lyle E. Wade, 9522 Holtwood Rd., St. LOUIS, MO 63114 Kirkwood Edwin I. Mackie, jr. Harry O. Heines, 605 W. Adams Ave., Kirkwood, MO 63122 .. Kenneth C. Dow,jr. Francis M. Howorth, 18 Gocke PI., St. Louis, MO 63114 Crestwood Donald W. Bridegan, 714 Atalanta, St. Louis, MO 63119 St. Louis David A. Dungan Harold C. Farrow Oliver Diers, 8427 Mathilda Ave., St. Louis, MO 63123 Mehlville

t'""

o o"Tl

Edward A. Gilmore, D.D.G.M.. 4330 Taft Ln.. St. Louis, MO 63116

45 IBallwin Ray E. Curry 84 Webster Groves .. 1'. Dwaine Sell

c.: :::0 > Z o

1st & 3rd Tues. 2nd & 4th Tues. 1st & 3rd Wed. 2nd & 4th Fri. 1st & 3rd Fri. 2nd & 4th Tues. 1st & 3rd Tues. 2nd & 4th Mon. 2nd & 4th Mon. 1st & 3rd Fri. 1st & 3rd Thurs.

en o c (JJ

~:~~ld ~.Ni~~~~~~~h~76g ~;~l~r~~: ~~,r~t.~~u?;'0~~路6路3路125: l:~ ~ ~~~ i~~::

Charles Wesdell, 204 Deane Ct., Sunset Hills, MO 63127-1116 . 2nd & 4th Thurs. f\.:)

..... (.0

~ ~

LOOGE DIRECTORY BY DISTRICTS - Continued DISTRICT 610 - Billy J. Boyer, D.D.G.M.. 5545 Homeward Ln.. St. Louis, MO 63129 County

I No. I

Lodge

Citv of St. Louis Meridian . . . . . . . . City of St. Louis George Washington City City City City City City City City City City

of St. of St. of St. of St. of St. of St. of St. of St. of St. of St.

Louis Louis Louis Louis Louis Louis Louis Louis Louis Louis

Pomegranate . . . Pyramid ...... Good Hope .. Aurora Theo. Roosevelt America ..... Cache . . . . . . . . . . Lambskin ....... Harmony ....... Clifton Heights ... Algabil . . . . . . . . .

2 9 95 180 218 267

Location St. Louis St. Louis

St. St. St. St.

Louis Louis Louis Louis

Secretary's Name and Address

Master's Name

... :I~r;~m~~~tn~~~~ith · · · ·

.\Gene R. Bell . . Louis J. Vetz . . Willard W. Boenzle . Aaron L. Fain .

Time of Meeting

Fredric O. W. Beckmann. 5418 Delor St., St. Louis, MO 63109 2nd & 4th Thurs. William B. Stephenson, Jr., 4400 Lindell Blvd .• Apt. lOA, St. Louis, MO 63108 2nd & 4th Tues. . 'IEdwar~. Reinhardt, 4519 Candleglow Dr., St. Louis. MO 63129 1st & 3rd S~t:

i'::;~ld G.K~~~:r~~t~7~rr~~b~;~k;tA~~~~~. ~~u~: ~b

~~td&&3~~hia~~'

:: '63 iii .. Carlis E. Dawson. 3555 Alberhill Dr., St. Louis, MO 63129 .... 1st Tues.

'"tl :;tl

o("';

M M

C; C/l

347 416 460 499 520 544

St. St. St. St. St. St.

Louis Louis Louis Louis Louis Louis

City of St. Louis Magnolia ...... City of St. Louis Trinity ....

.[626[ St. Louis . 641 St. Louis

City of St. Louis Gardenville

655

St. Louis

Henry W. Hilbig. .. Ben Pomerantz. . Clay M. Banks .... Lawrence O. Mueller '1 Eugene Buescher . Joseph Schneider Earl L. Freiermuth · ., Larry M. Endicott ... , Paul D. Mayer

. .. James R. Shadowens, 120 Brent, Oakland, MO 63122 2nd & 4th Tues. . .. Frank J. Danko, 4337 Oleatha Ave., St. Louis, MO 63116 2nd & 4th Sat. . .. Edwin C. Hawkins, 9487 Rosebay Dr., Crestwood, MO 63126 .. 2nd & 4th Wed. William F. Schmidt, 9509 Yaffbury Ln., St. Louis, MO 63123 .. 1st & 3rd Mon. lack Lotz, 14800 Dorrance, Bridgeton. MO 63044 2nd & 4th Tues. 'tImer L. Fowler, 5208 Alabama Ave., St. Louis, MO 63111 2nd Fri. each month except Nov. & Ian. 4th Fri . .. 2nd & 4th Wed . ., David R. Vogler, 5037 Fendler PI., St. Louis, MO 63116 . John A. Day, 11050 Oak Spur Ct., Apt. 0, Creve Coeur, MO 63146 .\2nd & 4th Thurs . .. Armen G. Kayarian, 5244 Delor St., St. Louis. MO 63109 . 2nd & 4th Thurs.

o'T1 o--J

::t M

'-C (X,

GRAND REPRESENTATIVES TO AND FROM THE GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

(.0

TO MISSOURI Grand Representative

GRAND LODGE Post Office

~~I~oX~rJ~rn.e~ : : : : : : : : : : Larry F. Barriner Alvin J. Lauener William F. Jackson loe Gailey 1.lo>,s S. Morgan, Jr. Anthony A. Redfearn O. Wesley Konering W. Marion Luna Lloyd E. Poore Robert L. Harder . . . . . . . . . loseph W. Nickle "Earl K. Dille James A. Noland, Jr. John E. Wetzel . . . . . . . . . . . Henry W. Fox . Edward E. Wilson

. Florissant . Springfield Gallatm . Jefferson City Webster Groves . Marshall . St. Louis Fairfax : ::::::::::: . . ::::::::::: . . Springfield . Advance . St. Louis . St. Louis . Piedmont . Macon . . Kirkwood . Mountain Grove . Kirkwood . Osase Beach . Louisiana . Parkville St. Joseph

Thomas B. Mather . Walter H. Baird George E. Winslow Walter L. Walker Eric Sonnich I. M. Sellers "Edwin W. Parker Lawrence N. Weenick P. Vincent Kinkead Bruce H. Hunt Lester E. Schultz lohn H. Rich Harold o. Grauel Eugene E. "Pat" McFarland D. Robert Downey Harold C. Smith James D. Sutton Carl F. Gast Roscoe Rooffener Walter C. Ploeser

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

Fielding A. Poe Thomas K. McGuire, Jr. Edward E. Nixon Robert J. Crede William H Chapman John W. Adams Gus O. Nations

!~~~o~is' !~.pt~uis·

Kansas City Columbia Wimberley, Texas Neosho Trenton Lexington Neosho St. Louis

~i;~~il~~o~.

Grand Representative . . . . . . . . :: :: . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .

::::::::: :: St. Louis . Jefferson City . . Cape Girardeau Liberal . St. Louis . Affton . Piedmont . St. Louis . . Macks Creek St. Louis .

· Alabama · Alaska · Alberta · . . . . . . . . Argentina · Arizona · Arkansas · Austria

00 OJ

FROM MISSOURI

. . . . . . .

J. B. Robinson

Post Office . . . . . . . . ,

John W. Patterson Gordon Robert Wilson . . . . . . . Santiago Killian . . . . . . . . . . . . Samuel Anthony Scalzo Jack Stockburger Dr. Leo Kandel . . . . . . . . . . . . Bernard Clarinval · : :: :: :Br'a~ill~~u&hia' : : : : : : : : Joao Antonio de Souza Filmo .. · Brazil - Mato Grosso . . . Walter Rossi · .. Brazil - Mato Grosso do Sui . . Ulysses U. Bittencourt · .... Brazil- Rio de Janeiro . . Brazil - Rio Grande do Sui . Valnyr Goulart Jacques . · Brazil - Minas Gerais . Arnaldo Pertence . . . . . . . . . . . . · Brazil - Maranhao . loaquim Elids Filho . . · Brazil - Para . B. B. I. Fritas . · Brazil - Parana . Arnaldo Mazza, JR. . . · Brazil - Pernambuco . Fernando Pinto de Araujo . · . . . Brazil - Santa Catarina . Djalma Ouriques . · Brazil - Sao Paulo . Fernando Montenegro . · British Columbia . Donald M. Challenger . Canada . lohn V. Lawer · · Chile . Luis Sanchez-Puelma . . China . J. H. Moore, III . . · Colorado . Clyde Elton Smith · Columbia - Barranquilla . · Connecticut . Wm. E. Piercey . · . . . . . . . . Costa Rica . . . . . . . . . . I uan Diermer J. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cuba . "Emilio Soto George · . · Delaware . Raymond M. Savage . Denmark . Knud Meister · . . Charles B. Gilley, Sr. · District of Columbia . · Dominican Republic . Hector B. Penson Ecuador . · . Francisco Javier Moreno . · . . . . . . . . EI Salvador · England . The Earl of Eglinton and Winton . · Finland . Olli Miettinen · Florida . . · France (Natl.) . W. H. Robinson · Gabon . . · Georgia . Sam B. Owens . · Greece . E. Tsitsones Tomas V. Contreras . · Guatemala . · Iceland . : :: :: :: :: Idaho . . . ." Illinois . Lester B. Ohlsen

~~~;~n~~eb~b~~~khi~e~

Fairfield Southwest City, Missouri Onoway Villa Dominico Tucson Winslow Wien, I, Dorotheergasse 12 Brussels Itapetininga

I"'-

Rio de Janeiro Rio Grande do Sui Belo Horizonte

>-Z o

Para

Recife, Pernambuco Santa Catarina Sao Paulo White Rock Islington, Ontario Valparaiso Taiwan Denver East Hampton P.O. Box 186, San Jose Havanna

~ r-

o M I"'-

,...,

.-..J

'"r1

~ C/)

't..

C iC

Copenhagen Aroda, Virginia Santa Ana London Turku Dover Blackshear Athens Guatemala City Iceland Nezperce Chicago

~ ~

GRAND REPRESENTATIVES TO AND FROM THE GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI TO MISSOURI Grand Representative Roy H. Sander Howard F. Kizer Daniel F. Cole Ronald P. Krueger

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 . .

. . .

?;e:~~~eJ ~~W~~lrufi ::

Lester Heckman .. I. Morgan Donelson . William J. Hill Frank A. Arnold . Vern H. Schneider Frank P. Briggs ... Robert H. Arnold . Thomas C. Warden .. Robert R. Bradshaw Hoyt Young ... Robert F. Burian Ralph P. Bunnell .. Bernard M. Meeker

~:~h~:dAw~ga~~;~~ .

Carl I. Stein A. H. Van Gels

. .

R. Terrence Mueller . Owen S. Taylor Herman A. Orlick . Robert D. Jenkins .. William R. Robbins Virgil R. Bradsher . Robert Gene Embry . Lewis C. Cook Roy H. Rude . A. B. Vanlandingham Charles E. Scheurich . Richard H. Bennett . Elvis A. Mooney . lack N. Matthews . Eldon D. Turnbull Blair C. Mayford Harold Thorne Herbert C. Hoffman Harry Gershenson

FROM MISSOURI

GRAND LODGE Post Office

. . . . .

Ballwin ... LaJolla, Ca. Glendale .. Kansas City Trenton ..... Sunrise Beach Rocky Comfort. Kansas City .. New Franklin. Columbia . Columbia . St. Louis . Bloomfield . lefferson City. rroy . St. Louis .. Purdin '" Kansas City .. St. Louis ....

Post Office

Grand Representative . India . . Iran . · . Indiana . Ireland ....... Israel .... · Italy (Grand Orient) · .Iapan · Ransas · .Kentucky .. Louisiana Luxembourg .Maine ... Manitoba ... Maryland · .. Massachusetts. Mexico - Benito Juarez Mexico - Cosmos ... Mexico - El Potosi . .... Mexico - Nueva Leon , Mexico - Occidental Mexicana .

:M~fc~c~Va1;:d~u~~~c~' Mexico -

York

.Michigan .. Minnesota · Mississippi. · Montana .Nebraska · . Nevada. New Brunswick · New Hampshire. · .. New lersey · .. New MeXICO ....... New South Wales · .. New York New Zealand .. . Nicaragua . North Carolina · .. North Dakota. · Nova Scotia . Norway . ... , ,Ohio ..

t\:I t\:I t\:I

(Continued)

lamshed Burjor Aga .... Mohammed Gholi Ghavan Richard C. Thistle . . Robert S. Eakin . Zeev Cohen Giorgio La Malfa . Masato Imamura Clifford D. Knauss .. Alva Miller Thomas T. Elkins Prosper Schroeder .... Millard A. Whitney Thomas Sidebottom . Walter W. Conway .. Claes Evan Johnson ... Tomas Guera Antonio Hernandez

~:~~~ci~L~fo~~sRiv~s. : : . Jose Carlos Flores .. Amado Abrego V. . . Lie. Valention Rincon ... George Sandor . .

Bombay Huntington Carrickmacross Tel-Aviv Ferrara Halstead Louisville Natchitoches Bonnevoice Machias Winnipeg Baltimore Newtonville Torreon, Coahuila Chihuahua, Mexico San Luis Potosi, Mexico Monterrey Guadalajara J ai, Mexico

~~i;so~~;;~~~kr:~ico, D.F.

George W. Campbell .,. Henry R. Van Geest . Van Aubrey Evans . Donald W. Schenck .. Robert A. Metcalf Rex L. Jensen . . . . .

Paseo de la Reforma 545, Mexico, D.F. Oswosso Brainerd Clinton Helena Lincoln Las Vegas

David G. Thompson. John T Koedderich ... lIanry M. Rowley .. Reginalc1, Sydney Littlejohn . Kennedy McFaul . Adam Smith

Hudson Teaneck Stanley Chatswood White Plains Wellington

T. Walton Clapp III . R. Gail Hodgins .... Oscar E. Giles M. D. Olar Gulli Hilmer W. Neumann

Raleigh Sarles Port Williams Sandvika Cincinnati

...........

"'0

:;;:

(';

M M

c"'1"1

-J :I: ~

(.C

00 C"l

.....

t.D

00 Cj)

D. Eugene Wisner Robert B. Armour Stanton T. Brown Albert J. Elfrank A. Duane Eiserman William H. Wisbrock Elmer L. Fowler Frank K. Roy, Jr Lawrence E. Dudeck Bert W. Casselman Richard L. Thompson . J. Edward Blinn H. Rav McKenzie. Argvl 'E. Kistler Joseph S. VanDolah Glenn F. Betz .... w. H. Utz,Jr. .. Lloyd C. Seaman John C. Boller .. Alfred M. Frager Toseph A. Grant "rerry C. Alexander Willie Reynolds .. Gus O. Nations . Victor L. Ford W. Raymond Usher . John L. Petty Homer L. Ferguson William R. Denslow James H. Cobban 1... C. Robertson William A. Bagley J. Clyde Butler J. C. Montgomery, Jr.

. . . . . . . . . . .

. . Oklahoma . .. Oregon Panama Peru ...... Philippine Islands · . . . . . . . . Puerto Rico · Prince Edward Island

Blue Springs . Kansas City . Buckner . Advance . Branson . Webster Groves '" St. Louis . Mesa, Arizona . St. Charles . Parkville . Dearborn . Marshfield . Hallsville Stella . Kansas City Ballwin . . St. Joseph St. Joseph Hermitage , .. St. Louis . . Lee's Summit Milan . Bridgeton . St. Louis . Raytown . Hannibal . . Lake Ozark Jefferson City . Trenton . Springfield Kirkwood Shelbina Macon . Saint Louis ..

· ·

. . . . . . .

::::::::~i~~~;~~~~ ::::.:::: · Saskatchewan .. , Scotland .. · Spain .. , , . . . South Australia

South Carolina . · South Dakota . · Sweden . · . . . . . Swiss Alpina . Tasmania . · · . . . . . . . . Tennessee . . . . . . . . . . · Texas . The Netherlands . · Turkey . · United Grand Lodge of Germany .,.

· · . .

:::Venezuela ~ITt~ha:. ~ ::::::::: . Vermont Victoria

Skiatook Heppner

Javier Lavado Diaz Raymundo N. Beltran Jose D. Martinez Albert Edward Lavers G. W. Warren N. G. Dahl Norman P. Jehan John L. Green lan L. MacKean

. . . . . . . . .

Lima Manila

Bobby R. Faulkner Gary Saunders T. G. Bergentz, Jr. Tean Huguet FrederiCK John Burrows J. D. Tisdale Clayton E. Dean W. B. T. Hoffman

. . . . . . . .

>Z t:'

Woodville Pk., S. Aus. Summerville Sioux Falls Solna

t:' ~

o'Tl

Hobart Memphis Tyler Amsterdam

Wolfgang Vogel

I Frankfurt am Main

Edwin Charles Randall

I Ogden

. . G. Harvey Blackmer , . . E. Holst . Clarence A. Dains . Milton R. Benson . John E. Hall .. : 'tugene G. Williams . . . . . . . . ..

·.. ::::: :w~;hf~~~~' :::: :::: . · Western Australia ·.. :::V~fs;;;~~i~i~ :::::::::

Charlottown Candiac Woolloongabba North Sciutate Regina Paisley

I 63 Windsor Ave.,

J. W. Johns

·.

Robert L. Taylor John W. Wood

Bethel

~ 'JJ 'JJ

C .

Alexandria Seattle , Peterstown Oshkosh

~ ~ (,)C

~ ~

LIST OF ELECTED OFFICERS OF THE GRAND LODGE A.F. & A.M. MISSOURI

,..j::l.

OFFICERS OF THE ORGANIZATION, FEBRUARY 22,1821 EDWARD BATES, Worshipful Master JOSEPH V. GARNIER, Treasurer

JAMES KENNERLY, Senior Warden

WILLIAM BATES, Junior Warden ABRAM BECK, Secretary

FROM ITS ORGANIZATION, APRIL 23,1821 Date Election April, 1821 Oct., 1821 Oct., 1822 Oct., 1823 .. Oct., 1824 Oct., 1825 Oct., 1826 Oct., 1827 Oct., 1828 Oct., 1829 Oct., 1830 Dec., 1831 Oct., 1832 Dec., 1833 Nov., 1834§ .. Oct., 1835tt. Oct., 1836 Oct., 1837 Oct., 1838 Oct., 1839 Oct., 1840 Oct., 1841 Oct., 1842 Oct., 1843 Oct., 1844 Oct., 1845 Oct., 1846 Oct., 1847 May, 1848 May, 1849 May, 1850 May, 1851 May, 1852 June, 1853 .. May, 1854

Grand Master Thos. F. Riddick* Nath'l B. Tucker* Nath'l B. Tucker* Nath'l B. Tucker* Nath'! B. Tucker* Edward Bates* Edward Bates* Edward Bates* Hardage Lane* Hardage Lane* Hardage Lane* Edward Bates* H. R. Gamble* Sinclair Kirtley* 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* J. W. S. Mitchell* J. W. S. Mitchell* John Ralls· Joseph Foster* Joseph Foster* John f. Ryland* ohn F. Ryland* W. Grover* B. W. Grover* Wilson Brown* L. S. Cornwell*

* Deceased. § Was not installed. ** Withdrawn from Masonry.

.. ..

D. Grand Master

.. . . Thompson Douglas* Thompson Douglas* Geo. H C Melody* Geo. H. C. Melody* Geo. H .c. Melody* Hardage Lane* . . . Hardage Lane* .. , Geo. H. C. Melody* Fred L. Billon* Geo. H. C. Melody* Geo. H. C. Melody* Geo. H. C. Melody* A. B. Chambers* Sinclair Kirtley* Sinclair Kirtley* . .. jOhn D. Daggett* .. . . . .. ohn D. Daggett* .. . . . .. ohn D. Daggett· A. B. Chambers* . Joseph Foster* . Joab Bernard· . Joab Bernard· . Joseph Foster* Fred L. Billon* .. . John D. Taylor* . John D. Taylor* . E. S. Ruggles* . .. E. S. Ruggles* E. S. Ruggles· . . . . B. W. Grover* E. S. Ruggles* S. F. CurrIe* L. S. Cornwell* D. P. Wallingford*

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

. .. .. ..

. . . . .. . . . .

Senior G. Warden

Junior G. Warden

James Kennerly*.. . Edward Bates* .. .. Edward Bates* .. .. Edward Bates* .. Wm. G. Pettus* .. Wm. G. Pettus* Martin Ruggles* .. Martin Ruggles* .. H. R. Gamble* H. R. Gamble* Sinclair Kirtlet . .. Oliver Parker. . M. J. Noyes* . . . . John Wilson* Oliver Parker* Oliver Parker· Edward Searcey* A. B. Chambers* . . .. . A. B. Chambers* . . . . Alex T. Douglass* Alex T. Douglass* .. Joseph Foster* .. tosePh Foster* .. . W. S. Mitchell* .. .. . S. Ruggles* . . .. .. E. S. Ruggles* . . .. .. E. S. Ruggles· . . . . . J. L. F. Jacoby* . . . . Cyrus Osborn* .. Joseph Megguire* .. P. Draper* S. F. Currie* . . . . J. H. Turner* . . . J. W. Chenoweth* James H. Britton*

Wilham Bates* WIlham Bates* Wm. G. Pettus* Wm. G Pettus* . . '" Thornt. Grimsley* Thornt. Grimsley* John F. Rayland* 1-1. R. Gamble* Adam L. Mills* Adam L. Mills* Adam L. Mills* Augustus Jones* Augustus Jones* G. A. Tuttle* S. W. B. Carnegy* S.W. B. Carne~y* Granville Snell Thomas Andrews* . . Alex T. Douglass* .. . Wm. C. Vance* . . . . . John Orrick* . . . C. H. Bowers* C. H. Bowers* E. S. Ruggles* J. L. f. jacoby* J. L. fjaCOb Y* J. L. f. acoby* Cyrus sborn· . Joseph MeggUlre* P Draper* . S. f CurrIe* . . . . . J. H. Turner* . . . . .. S. H Saunders*. .. '" R. C. Hill* . . ** . . . . . . '"

Grand Treasurer Archibald Gamble* Archibald Gamble* Archibald Gamble* Archibald Gamble* Archibald Gamble* Archibald Gamble* Rich. 1'. McKinney* Thornton Grimsley* Thornton Grimsley* Bernard Pratte* . . . Thomas Andrews* . Thomas Andrews* Thomas Andrews* Geo. H. C. Melody* Geo. H. C. Melody* Geo. H. C. Melody* Geo. H. C. Melody* Geo. H. C. Melody* Geo. H. C. Melody* Geo. H. C. Melody* Geo. H. C. Melody* Geo. H. C. Melody* John Simonds* Fred L. Billon* john S. Watson* John S. Watson* John S. Watson* John S. Watson* John S Watson* jOhn M. Reed* .. 1'. Johnson* . . .. 1'. Johnson* . 1'. Johnson* josepb Foster* .. Joseph Foster* . .

Grand Secretary

William Renshaw* William Renshaw* William Renshaw* . T. Douglas* T. Douglas* John D. Daggett* John D. Daggett* {Ohn D. Daggett* . . .. ohn D. Daggett* . . .. ohn D. Daggett* . . .. red L. Billon* Fred L. Billon* Fred L. Billon* . John Garnett* .. . 'Thos. W. Conyers* Thos. W. Conyers* Richard B. Dallam* Richard B. Dallam· Richard B. Dallam* Richard B. Dallam* Richard B. Dallam* Richard B. Dallam* . .. Richard B. Dallam* Richard B. Dallam* Richard B. Dallam* fred L. Billon* Fred L. Billon* J. W. S. Mitchell* .. J. W. S. MItchell* .., C. D W. jOhnson* .. C. D. W. ohnson* . C. D. W. ohnson* . .. A. O'Sulhvan* . .. A. O'Sullivan* A. O'Sullivan*

~ Died within week after his installation. tt There was no Communication in 1835 owing to the anti-Masonic excitement.

"tl

;:e

,......

r.,.; M

U ......

Z ,......

c,;

C '"r1

-J :t M

'-C

( ,0

May, May, May, May, May, May, May, May, May, May, May, May, Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct.,

1855 1856 1857 1858 1859 1860 1861 1862 1863 1864 1865 1866 1867 1868 1869 1870 1871 1872 1873 1874 1875 1876 1877 1878 1879 1880 1881 1882 1883 1884 1885 1886 1887 1888 1889 1890 1891 1892 1893 1894 1895

· · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·

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

L. S. Cornwell* Benjamin Sharf S. H. Saunders S. H. Saunders* Marcus Boyd* M. H. McFarland* Wm. R. Penick* Geo. Whitcomb* John H. Turner* John F. Houston* John F. Houston* lohn D. Vincil* W. E. Dunscomb* lohn D. Vincil* William D. Muir* Thos. E. Garrett* Thos. E. Garrett* Samuel H. Owens* R. E. Anderson* John W. Luke* lames E. Cadle* Xen. 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* · Geo. R. Hunt* · Wm. M. Williams* · lames P. Wood* · Theodore Brace* · Geo. E. Walker* · B. H. Ingram* · John R. Parson* · Harry Keene* · .. J. B. Thomas* · .. A. M. Hough*

** W. A. Cunningham* P. Draper* Marcus Boyd* M. H. McFarland* W. R. Penick* John Decker* lohn H. Turner* Wm. N. Loker* John D. Vincil* John D. Vincil* W. E. Dunscomb* C. A. Rowley* R. E. Anderson* T. E. Garrett* R. E. Anderson* R. E. Anderson* J. E. Ryland* John W. Luke* Xenophon Ryland* Xenophon Ryland* Thos. C. Ready* Noah M. Givan* loseph S. Browne* W. R. Stubblefield* Alex M. Dockery* Chas. C. Woods* Lee A. Hall* Robt. F. Stevenson* James W. Boyd* George R. Hum* W. M. Williams* lames P. Wood* Theodore Brace* Geo. E. Walker* B. H. Ingram* John R. Parson* Harry Keene* J. B. Thomas* A. M. Hough* D. A. Jamison*

J. W. s. H.

Chenoweth* Saunders* Marcus Boyd* lohn F. Houston* W. R. Penick* John Decker* Geo. Whitcomb* Wm. N. Loker* John D. Vincil* A. L. McGregor* Martin Collins* R. E. Anderson* T. E. Garrett* Wm. D. Muir* A. M. Dockery* Sam H. Owens* Sam H. Owens* John W. Luke* Jas. E. Cadle* las. E. Cadle* "rhos. c. Ready* ~oah M. Givan* los. S. Browne* W. R. Stubblefield* Jas. E. Carter* . . . . . Chas. C. Woods* . . Lee A. Hall*. Robt. F. Stevenson* .. James W. Boyd* George R. Hunt* Wm. M. Williams* lames P. Wood* Theodore Brace* Geo. E. Walker* B. H. Ingram* lohn R. Parson* Harry Keene* J. B. Thomas* A. M. Hough* D. A.lamison* F. J. lygard*

H. E. Van Orsdell* Marcus Boyd* John F. Houston* John Decker* John Decker* Samuel M. Hayes* . A. L. McGregor* . . Samuel Russell* A. L. McGregor* . . Martin Collins* R. E. Anderson* A. L. McGregor* Wm. D. Muir* Alex M. Dockery* Sam H. Owens* John E. Ryland* John E. Ryland* las. E. Cadle* Xenophon Ryland* Thos. C. Ready* Noah M. Givan* M. G. Hubble* W. R. Stubblefield* Jas. E. Carter* Alex. M. Dockery* . Lee A. Hall* . . . .. . Robt. F. Stevenson* . James W. Boyd* Geo. R. Hum* Wm. M. Williams* James P. Wood* ** Geo. E. Walker* B. H. Ingram* John R. Parson* Harry Keene* J. B. Thomas* A. M. Hough* D. A. lamison* F. J. i'ygard* E. F. Alfen*

John John jOhn ohn ohn . . .. ohn . . .. ohn

D. Daggett* D. Daggett* D. Daggett* D. Daggett* D. Daggett* D. Daggett* D. Daggett* ~hn D. Daggett* . . .. ohn D. Daggett* m. N. LOKer* Wm. N. Loker* Wm. N. Loker* Wm. N. Loker* Wm. N. Loker* Wm. N. Loker* Wm. N. Loker* Wm. N. Loker* Wm. N. Loker* Wm. N. Loker* Wm. N. Loker* Wm. N. Loker* Wm. N. Loker* Wm. N. Loker* . . . . fOhn W. Luke* . . .. ohn W. Luke* ohn W. Luke* . . .. ohn W. Luke* amuel M. Kennard* Samuel M. Kennard* Samuel M. Kennard* Samuel M. Kennard* Samuel M. Kennard* Samuel M. Kennard* Samuel M. Kennard* Samuel M. Kennard* Samuel M. Kennard* Samuel M. Kennard* Samuel M. Kennard* Samuel M. Kennard* Samuel M. Kennard* Samuel M. Kennard*

. ..

. . . .

.. .. .. ..

. ..

A.O'Sullivan* A.O'Sullivan* A.O'Sullivan* A. O'Sullivan* A. O'Sullivan* A.O'Sullivan* A. O'Sullivan* A.O'Sullivan* A.O'Sullivan* A.O'Sullivan* A.O'Sullivan* A.O'Sullivan* G. Frank Gouley* G. Frank Gouley* G. Frank Gouley* G. Frank Gouley* G. Frank Gouley* G. Frank Gouley* G. Frank Gouley* G. Frank Gouley* G. Frank Gouley* G. Frank Gouley** ohn D. Vincil* ohn D. Vincil* ohn D. Vincil* ohn D. Vincil* ohn D. Vincil* ohn D. Vincil* ohn D. Vincil* ohn D. Vincil* ohn D. Vincil* ohn D. Vincil* ohn D. Vincil* ohn D. Vincil* ohn D. Vincil* ohn D. Vincil* ohn D. Vincil* ohn D. Vincil* ohn D. Vincil* ohn D. Vincil* John D. Vincil*

00 OJ

..:;t::l' >Z o

I'"

o M I'"

I'"

'-'

"T1

~ rJl rJl

I'"

*t Died August II, 1866, while in office. *:j: Appointed August 13, 1866, by lohn D. Vincil, Grand Master. DIed April II, 1877, while in office.

**~

*~ ~~~c~b~Utf.sf~7;~~~~ di~t~~~;~:;.a~8~~~nd Secretary, from

April 11, 1877

~ ~

(.Jl

~ ~

LIST OF ELECTED OFFICERS OF THE GRAND LODGE A.F. & A.M. MISSOURI

O'l

FROM ITS ORGANIZATION, APRIL 23, 1821 (Continued) Date Election Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Oct., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Oct., Sept., Sept., Oct., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept.,

1896 1897 1898 1899 1900 1901 1902 1903 1904 1905 1906 1907 1908 1909 1910 1911 1912 1913 1914 1915 1916 1917 1918 1919 1920 1921 1922 1923 1924 1925 1926 1927 1928 1929 1930 1931 1932. 1933 1934

Grand Master .

.. .. ..

. . . . . . .

. . .

. .

D. A. Jamlson* F. j. 'fygard* E. F. Alren* C. H. Briggs* .. , Campbell Wells*. joseph C. Finagin* John C. Yocum*. Wm. F. Kuhn* .. Leroy R. Valliant* A. S. Houston* ., D. M. Wilson* . . . . john 1'. Short* R. R. Kreeger* .,. Wm. A. Hall* .. . . Clay C. Bigger* . . .. Arch A. johnson* .. Jacob Lampert* . . . . Van Fremont Boor*. Tolman W. Cotton* Frank R.jesse* . . Edward Hibgee* Wm. A. Clark* john W. Bingham" julius C. Garrell* . .. Wm. F. johnson* . . O. A. Lucas* . . . . . Bert S. Lee* ... joseph S. McIntyre* Orestes Mitchell* W. W. Martin* john Pickard* . . . . Anthony F. Ittner* .. Byrne E. Bigger* S. R. Freet* . . . . .. Wm. R. Gentry* Ray V. Denslow* Thad B. Landon* F. C. Barnhill* Du Val Smith*

D. Grand Master

. .. ... . ..

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

F J. Tygard* E. t. Alfen* .... C. H. Briggs* .. , Campbell Wells* joseph C. Finagin* . John C. Yocum* " Wm. F. Kuhn* ... Leroy B. Valliant* A. S. Houston* D. M. Wilson* . . . . John T. Short* R. R. Kreeger* William A. Hall* . . Clay C. Bigger* . .. Arch A. jobnson*. Jacob Lampert* . . . Van Fremont Boor* Chesley A. Mosman* Frank R. Jesse* . Edward Higbee* Wm. A. Clark*. ~hn W. Bingham* u1ius C. Garrell* . . m. F. johnson* .. O. A. Lucas* . . . .. Bert S. Lee* .. . .. joseph S. Mcintyre* Orestes Mitchell* W. W. Martin* john Pickard* A. F. Ittner* B. E. Bigger" S.R. Freet* Wm. R. Gentry* Ray V. Denslow* " Thad B. Landon* Frank C. Barnhill* Du Val Smith* .. jas. W. Skelly*

Senior G. Warden

. . . .. .. . . . . .. . . .. . . .. .. .. . .. . .. '"

. .. .

junior G. Warden

E. F. Allen* . C. H. Brlggs* .. , . . Campbell Wells* .. . .. joseph C Fmagin* .. . John C. Yocum* . .. . Wm F. Kuhn* Leroy B. Valliant* A. S. Houston* . . .. D. M. Wilson*. John 1'. Short* R. R. Kreeger* William A. Hall* Clay C. Bigger* Arch A. jobnson* Jacob Lampert* . . .. .. Van Fremont Boor*. .. Chesley A. Mosman* ... Tolman W. Cotton* . Edward Higbee* Wm. A. C1ark* john W. Bingham" Julius C. Garrell* Wm. F. johnson* O. A. Lucas* . . Bert S. Lee* joseph S. McIntyre* Orestes Mitchell* . . .. . W. W. Martin* . john Pickard* . A. F. Ittner* B. E. Bigger* S. R. Freet* . . Wm. R. Gentry, Sr.* Ray V. Denslow* Thad B. Landon* Frank C. Barnhill* Du Val Smith* . jas. W. Skelly*. . Geo. W. Walker*

*~~ Died October 12, 1904, while in office. *** Died April 22, 1916, while in office. *** Appointed October 22, 1904, by Leroy B. Valliant, Grand Master. tt* Resil/;ned May 20, 1921, account of ill health.

*ttt **** **tt ttt

Grand Secretary

Grand Treasurer

C. H. Brlggs*. . Samuel M. Kennard* Camflbell Wells* Samuel M. Kennard* ~sePh C. Finagin* . .. Samuel M. Kennard* ohn C. Yocum* . . .. Samuel M. Kennard* m. F. Kuhn* Samuel M. Kennard* Leroy B. Valliant* Samuel M. Kennard* A. S. Houston* Samuel M. Kennard* D. M. Wilson* john R. Parson* . Howard Watson* john R. Parson* . R. R. Kreeger* Alphonso C. Stewart* . William A. Hall* Alphonso C. Stewart* . Clay C. Bigger* Alphonso C. Stewart* . Arch A. jollnson* Alphonso C. Stewart* . Jacob Lampert* Alphonso C. Stewart* . Van Fremont Boor* Alphonso C. Stewart* . Chesley A. Mosman* Alphonso C. Stewart* . Tolman W. Cotton* Alphonso C. Stewart* . Frank R'desse* .. . .. Alphonso C. Stewart* . Wm. A. lark* .. . .. Alphonso C. Stewart* . john W. Bingham* A1ph. C. Stewart**" . Julius C. Garrell* Wm. A. Hall* . Wm. F. johnson* Wm. A. Hall* O. A. Lucas* Wm. A. Hall* Bert S. Lee* Wm. A. Hall* joseph S. McIntyre* Wm. A. Hall* Orestes Mitchell* Wm. A. Hall* W. W. Martin* Wm. A. Hall* john Pickard* Wm. A. Hall* A. F. Ittner* Wm. A. Hall*ttt . . . . .. B. E. Bigger* E. E. Morris* S. R. Freet* E. E. Morris* · . .. . . Wm. R. Gentry, Sr.* E. E. Morris* Ray V. Denslow* E. E. Morris* · ... Thad B. Landon* E. E. Morris* . . . . . . . . Frank C. Barnhill* E. E. Morris* . . . . . . . . ·. . . . Du Val Smith* E. E. Morris* · .... jas. W. Skelly* E. E. Morris* · . .. . Geo. W. Walker* E. E. Morris* · ... H.L. Reader* E. E. Morris*

ohn D. Vinci1* ohn D. Vincil* ohn D. Vincil* ohn D. Vincil* ohn D. Vincil* ohn D. Vincil* ohn D. Vincil* ohn D. Vincil* ohn D. Vinci1*~~ ohn R. Parson*** ohn R. Parson* ohn R. Parson* ohn R. Parson* ohn R. Parson* ohn R. Parson* ohn R. Parson* ohn R. Parson* ohn R. Parson* ohn R. Parson* ohn R. Parson* ohn R. Parson* ohn R. Parson* ohn R. Parson* ohn R. Parson* ohn R. Parsontt* ;rank RJesse* Frank R. esse* Frank R. esse* Frank R. esse* Frank R. esse* Frank R. esse**tt Arthur atherttt Arthur Mather* Arthur Mather* Arthur Mather* Arthur Mather* Arthur Mather* Arthur Mather* Arthur Mather*

Died November 7, 1924, while in office. Resigned December 14, 1953. Died August 29, 1927, while in office. Appointed September J. 1927, by john Pickard, Grand Master.

'"0 ;ij

o "...,

M tTl

:2 z "...,

c,;

o 'TI ...,

::c tTl

'-D 00

O'l

(!)

00 O"l Sept.. Sept.. Sept.. Sept.. Sept.. Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Oct., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept.,

1935 1936 1937 1938 1939 1940 1941 1942 1943 1944 1945 1946 1947 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 1953 1954 1955 1956 1957 1958 1959 1960 1961 1962 1963 1964 1965 1966 1967 1968 1969 1970 1971

· ..James W. Skelly* Geo. W. Walker* Geo. W. Walker* H. L. Reader* H. L. Reader* Henry C Chlles*.. · . Henry C. Chiles* .. , . Elwyn S. Woods* . . · .. Karl M. Vetsburg* Harry S Truman* · .. Harry S Truman* Harns C. Johnston* .... · .. Harm C. Johnston* Forrest C. Donnell* · .. Forrest C. Donnell* Grover C. Sparks§§ · .. W. F. Woodruff* Willis]. Bray* . . .. .. · .. Willis J. Bray* Solon Cameron* · .. Willis]. Bray* . . . Solon Cameron* · .. Solon Cameron* .. , Morris E. Ewing* Harry F. Sunderland* . · .. Morris E. Ewing* . . .. · .. Harry F. Sunderland* .. James M. Bradford* . .. · .. James M. Bradford* . Ray Bond* · .. Ray Bond* . . . . . . . Homer L. Ferguson · .. Homer L. Ferguson Richard O. Rumer* · .. Richard O. Rumer* . James McB. Sellers. . · .. James McB. Sellers Orestes Mitchell, Jr.* · .. O~e~tes Mitch~lI..Jr. * William I. Craig**. . . · .. Wilham I. Craig Harold M. Jayne .. · .. Harold M. Jayne* .,. Frank P. Briggs Frank P. Briggs. . . . Robert L. Aronson* '1 Robert L. Aronson* . Harold O. Grauel · .. Harold O. Grauel. Bruce H. Hunt.. . .. . Bruce H Hunt . . Robert H. Mann* · .. Robert H. Mann*. . R. lasper Smith***~ . · . Martm B DICkmson'" . A.D. Goodman, Jr.* .. A. U. Goodman, Jr.* George F. Morrison* George F. Morrison* A. B. Vanlandingham ·IA. B. Vanlandingham. Russell E. Murray* · .. R. E. Murray* . . . . .. W. R. Denslow W. R. Denslow . E. A. Mooney Elvis A. Mooney . I. M. Donelson M. Donelson.. . W. H Chapman · .. W. H Chapman. . . 1'.]. Davis, Jr.'" . .. '" ... 1'.J. Davis,Jr.* " . W. H. McLaughlin*

.. '11.

t Resigned.

§§ §§§ §§§§ *§ ~,r

Died December 28, 1942, while in office. Died May 8, 1943, while in office. Died April 22, 1944, while in office. Appointed May I, 1944 by W. F. Woodruff, Grand Master. Died September 16, 1956.

H. L. Reader* Henry C. Chiles* . . . E1wrn S. Woodst . . .. . Kar M. Vetsburg* . .. . Harris C. Johnston* . .. Forrest C. Donnell* .... Grover C. Sparks§§ .. . W. F. Woodruff* Solon Cameron* '" .. Morris E. Ewing* Morris E EWlng* . Harry F. Sunderland* .. lames M. Bradford* Ray Bond*. .. Homer L. Ferguson. . Richard O. Rumer* . .. James McB. Sellers Orestes Mitchell,Jr.* William I. Craig* . . . .. ~arold M. Jayne* ..... Frank P. Bnggs . . . . Robert L. Aronson* . Harold O. Grauel .. Bruce H. Hunt .. Robert H. Mann* .. .. R. Jasper Smith***~ Martin B. Dickinson* George F. Morrison* A. B. Vanlandingham .. Russell E. Murray* William R. Denslow E. A. Mooney ]. M. Donelson W. H Chapman 1'.]. Davis,Jr.* W. H. McLaughlin* W. L. Walker

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. Sparks§§ .. E. E. Morris* W. F. Woodruff* E. E. Morris* lames A. Kinder§§§ E. E. Morris* Morris E. Ewing* E. E. Morris* Harry F. Sunderland* .. E. E. Morris* Harry F. Sunderland* .. E. E. Morris* lames M. Bradford* E. E. Morris* Ray Bond* E. E. Morris* Homer L. Ferguson E. E. Morris* Richard O. Rumer* E. E. Morris* James McB. Sellers E. E. Morris* Orestes Mitchell, Jr.* E. E. Morris* William I. Craig* E. E. Morris* Harold M. Jayne* E. E. Morris**** Frank P. Briggs .. *' $mes M. De "':itt Robert L. Aronson ames M. DeWItt~~ Harold O. Grauel . H. Utz, Jr. Bruce H. Hunt W. H. Utz, Jr. Robert H. Mann* W. H. Utz, Jr. I. Renick Jones* W. H. Utz, r. Martin B. Dickinson* W. H. Utz, r. A. U. Goodman,Ir.'" W. H. Utz, r A. B.Vanlandingfiam W. H. Utz, r. Russell E. Murray* W. H. Utz, r. William R. Denslow W. H. Utz, r. Elvis A. Mooney W. H. Utz, r. I. M. Donelson W. H. Utz, r. W. H Chapman W. H. Utz, r. 1'.]. Davis, Jr.* W. H. Utz, r. W. H. McLaughlin* W. H. Utz, r. . W. L. Walker W. H. Utz, r. Herman A. Orlick W. H. Utz, r.

Arthur Mather* Arthur Mather* Arthur Mather* Arthur Mather* Arthur Mather* Arthur Mather* Arthur Mather* Arthur Mather* Arthur Mather§§§§ Harold L. Reader*§ Harold L. Reader* Harold L. Reader* Harold L. Reader* Harold L. Reader* Harold L. Reader* Harold L. Reader* Harold L. Reader* Harold L. Reader* Harold L. Reader* Harold L. Reader: Harold L. Reader Harold L. Reader* .. Harold L. Reader* Harold L. Reader* Harold L. Reader**~ 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. WagnerH* Frank A. Arnold:j:H , Frank A. Arnold

:;c

>Z o t'""

o o,....,

M C "T1

~ (J) (J)

,...., '-'

*~ **~

Appointed May I, 1960. Resigned May I, 1960. :j: Resigned September 28, 1960. ***~ Died while in office lanuary 8, 1962. H Resigned lune 30, 1'970. H:j: Appointed and Installed July 1, 1970.

t\:i t\:i

'-l

/'\.:) /'\.:)

LIST OF ELECTED OFFICERS OF THE GRAND LODGE A.F. & A.M. MISSOURI FROM ITS ORGANIZATION, APRIL 23, 1821 (Continued) Date Election Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept., Sept.,

1972 1973 1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986

Grand Master W. H. McLaughlin* Walter L. Walk~r Herman A. Orlick " Lewis C. Wes Cook Fielding A. Poe James A. Noland, Jr. J. C. Mo~tg.omery, Jr. Gus O. Nations I. Edward Blinn William I . Hill Earl K. Dille RobertJ. Crede Vern H. Schneider. Charles E. Scheurich P. Vincent Kinkead

D. Grand Master Walter L. Walker. Her!Uan A. Orlick LewIs C. Wes Cook Fieldin A. Poe . . . James Noland,Jr. J. c. Montgomery, Jr Gus O. Natio.ns . . . . I. Edward Bhnn .. . William I. Hill. . . .. . Earl K. Dille Robert I. Cred~ Vern H. SchneIder. .. . . Charles E. Scheurich P. Vincent Kinkead .... Thomas K. McGuire, Jr.

Senior G. Warden

Junior G. Warden

Herman A Orlick. '" Lewis C Wes Cook .. . Fleldmg A Poe. . . . James A. Noland, Jr J C Montgomerv,Jr. " Gus O. Nations. . . J . .Edward Blinn .. . WIlham I. HIll. . . Earl K. Dille. . . . . Robert I. Cred~ Vern If. Schnelde; Charles E. Scheunch '" P. Vincent Kinkead .. William H. Wisbrock '" Robert D. Jenkins .....

LewIs C. Wes Cook Fielding A. Poe.. . James A. Noland, Jr. . J. C. Montgomery, Jr. Gus 0 Nations I. Ed"'ard Bhnn . . . William I.. Hill Earl K rhlle . . . . Robert I. Crede Vern I-f Schneider Charles E. ScheurICh P. Vincent Kinkead . William H. Wisbrock ... Thomas K. McGuire, Jr.. Thomas C. Warden .

Grand Treasurer W W W W W W W. W. W. W. W. W. W. W. W.

H Utz,!r. H. Utz, r. H Utz, r. H Utz, r. H Utz, r. H. Utz, r. H. l!tz, r HH Manon una Marion Luna Mar!on Luna Mar~on Luna Manon Luna Marion Luna Marion Luna Marion Luna .

. . .

Frank Frank Frank Frank Frank Frank Frank Frank Frank Frank Frank Frank Frank Frank . . . . Terry

" " "I .

Grand Secretary A. A. A. A. A. A. A. A. A. A. A. A. A. A. C.

Arnold Arnold Arnold Arnold Arnold Arnold Arnold Arnold Arnold Arnold Arnold Arnold Arnold ArnoldHH:j:

Alexander*~~

'"'j

:;0

o('; M M

C Z

""' ~

o 'Tj

-J ::r:: M

HH Not a candidate for reelection, per announcement: September 24, 1979. HH:j: Retirement effective: lune 30, 1986. *~~ Appointed and Instalfed July 16, 1986.

<.C 00 Oi

P. VINCENT KINKEAD Grand Master 1986-1987

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

THE WORLD OF MASONRY By RAY HILTON ATTENDANCE AND MEMBERSHIP

Declining membership and poor attendance continued to be the subject of primary concern and discussion in most jurisdictions. An often repeated observation on the condition of the Craft was "while membership continued to decline, the condition of the Craft was good." This seems to suggest that we are retaining quality while losing quantity. Nevertheless, most everyone will agree that to remain healthy the Fraternity must find a solution for the declining membership. If we could isolate and treat the causes of our membership losses we would erase one big problem that has plagued the Fraternity, as well as other fraternal organizations, for many years. Many theories have been advanced on this subject, and just as many remed.ies have been tried, but the problem persists. Some authorities have expressed the belief that ritual may be the underlying cause of our predicament, some feel that finances may be the culprit, while others point to a need for better leadership and more emphasis on Masonic education. It has been suggested that the ritual should be shortened, that the penalties in the obligations should be modified or eliminated, and that proficiency examinations should be shortened or eliminated. Each Grand Jurisdiction has established its own version of the ritual, and while the ritual remains basically the same throughout Masonry, there are many variations from one jurisdiction to another. Changes have been made unilaterally from time to time as deemed appropriate or needed, with no significant or lasting effect on membership. So, while sociological changes might dictate the need for some modifications of the ritual, there is little evidence to indicate that such changes would reverse the membership trend. The effect that inflation has had on lodge finances may have done more damage than is readily apparent. Consider the fact that over the past several years lodge operating costs have escalated dramatically, while at the same time dues have remained relatively low. This has made it necessary to allocate more and more lodge revenues to essential operations, and maintenance of lodge facilities. As a result, educational, recreational, social, and charitable activities have been drastically curtailed. This has reduced lodge activities to the conferring of degrees and conducting business meetings, which many members find dull and unrewarding. As membership continues to decline, and with no increase in dues, we can expect that less and less money will be available, even for necessary operations. Bro. Roy E. Smith, a member of Lawton Lodge No. 183, in Oklahoma, summed up the question of membership with these words: "Solutions to this membership decline will be elusive because the source of the problem is sociological and not in the structure of Masonry. However, some of the traditions in today's Blue Lodge Masonry may need to be adjusted to accommodate the new lifestyle we are competing with for new members.

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

"Today's young man leads a hectic life with little time for relaxation. A fraternity that works more than it socializes is not an attractive alternative to a night at home with the family and an entertaining TV program. Therefore, a lodge that puts more emphasis on perfect ritual work than on fraternal fellowship and friendly conversation will not be competitive for new members. A lodge that pressures members and criticizes mistakes does little to offer relief from the hectic nature of the world our prospective member lives in. A lodge that worries over operating expenses as if the sole purpose of its existence is to support and keep the building it meets in, adds problems that members don't need." If lack of funds is causing your lodge to restrict its fraternal responsibilities, then you should review your dues structure and your budget priorities and initiate acction to promote some fraternal fellowship and friendly conversation. It might have a beneficial impact on attendance as well as membership. BACK TO BASICS

PENNSYLVANIA: Commencing his second year as Grand Master of Masons in Pennsylvania, Grand Master William A. Carpenter announced his theme for 1985, and gave this inspiring address on "Back to the Basics in Freemasonry, and then ... A Pursuit of Excellence": My theme for 1985 will favor a contin ued effort in seeing that all endeavors of 1984 are maintained and enforced, along with another challenging theme and program. That theme and program for 1985, in brief, is: "Back to the Basics in Freemasonry, and then ... A PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE." I have long been of the mind that Freemasons can do no less than strive for A PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE at all times. In reality, the only purpose of Freemasonry is A PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE. What else is there for Freemasons to accomplish? A return to the basics could very well be the only direction or avenue Pennsylvania Masonry should be taking now. The base of something is the foundation, the supporting factor, the principal constituent and the basic principle or theory - such as a system of knowledge. When we refer to a base, we refer to that on which something stands or rests; the foundation or most important element - such as a system or set of ideas; a point from which a start is made; anything that gets something on its way; the center of operations or source of supply; the underlying structure. When we get down to the word, "basic," we find the adjective defined: " ... of or at the base; forming a base or basis; fundamental; essential." Having travelled over 100,000 miles throughout our Jurisdiction this past year and having chatted with over 47,000 Members of the more than 250 Blue Lodges I have visited, the joys and pleasures of the excellent receptions and hours of super fellowship have, in a way, been dampened by the rather sad experience of learning just how unMasonic some of our Pennsylvania Masons have been and continue to be. True, with a membership bordering 200,000, you will encounter Members of the Masonic Fraternity who "lied on their knees" and have allowed themselves to become entrapped in or attracted to un-Masonic conduct. Some of the Members have been caught. Some of them are still affiliated and may eventually be caught, or they may manage to escape Masonic discipline as long as their un-Masonic conduct remains unknown to the proper Masonic authority. Fortunately this particular segment of our Fraternity is but an infinitesimal fraction or percentage point of our entire membership. However, there happens to be a much larger percentage of our membership, and this segment even includes Members who have assumed offices of responsibility and leadership, who, by their immature attitudes wherein Freemasonry is concerned, have,

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

no doubt, forgotten what they repeated when they took their oaths and obligations. But their defiant and critical attitudes toward Pennsylvania Masonry and their constant head-in-the-sand philosophy is, perhaps, the most damaging jolt our Fraternity has yet to endure. Not too long ago I came across a rather caustic statement that went something like this: "If you were on trial in a court of law for being a Master Mason, would there be enough evidence to actually convict you?" Gives you something to think about, doesn't it? I also recall writing a statement of my own back in the 1950's when I was just as excited about Pennsylvania Masonry as I am now. My statement went something like this: "Wouldn't it be just wonderful if all the Members of our Blue Lodges were Masons?" This is something to think about also, Brethren. There is a vast difference between being a Mason in the true sense of the word or just being a name registered on the membership roll of a Lodge. At a time when Freemasons are numbered by the millions, when we are more universal than ever, when our material assets exceed anything the Fraternity has previously accrued, the internal problems we have accumulated should cause us to ask ourselves whether or not we are transmitting the excellent tenets of Freemasonry and whether or not we are supporting and maintaining the established laws and regulations of our Ancient and Honorable Fraternity. With the news releases of each day reflecting the greed, the selfishness, the crime, the intolerance, the dishonesty, the cruelty and the Godlessness stalking our society today, there was never more need than now for a concern and compliance to the basics of Freemasonry if we expect to continue the influence we have long enjoyed for the good and well-being of mankind. It is most unfortunate that we haven't been more alert and more determined to make certain that each Pennsylvania Mason processed by our Symbolic Lodges was made more acquainted with the real basics of Freemasonry. What better time is there to share and indoctrinate new Masons, and Masons not so new, for that matter, in the basics of Freemasonry than when they are Blue Lodge Masons only? But, that just isn't the way we do things in America. Too often, and much too soon after a new Mason is raised to the Sublime Degree of a Master Mason, our new Member is urged to migrate. When this happens, with absolutely no regard for the new Mason's proficiency and competency in a basic knowledge and a possible chance that our new Mason might become interested and involved in his Blue Lodge, we have, in a way, created a schizophrenic complex and one that can only lead to frustration, if not a house divided complex. Never, in the history of Pennsylvania Masonry, has there been a greater need for a Back-to-Blue Lodge Movement and a desire to get Back-to-Basics of Freemasonry, than right now! The Symbolic Lodge, or Blue Lodge, as we fondly call it, is the most important unit in the structure of Freemasonry. The Blue Lodge is where it all begins. The Masonic Apron, the Badge of a Mason, is the first item with which a new Mason is invested. And, as he completes his Masonic journey on this earth, the Masonic Apron is one of the last things he receives. If our Project SOLOMON 11 is to be the great success we are anticipating, whereby Freemasonry in Pennsylvania is going to prosper and regain maximum strength it once enjoyed, then it is going to mean a Back-to-Blue Lodge Movement coupled with a Back-to-Basics of Freemasonry. Every effort should be advanced to convince Masonsjust how important the Symbolic Lodge is in Freemasonry. And, as is important as it is, it should and must be the strongest and most active unit in our Ancient and Honorable Fraternity if we expect to advance the cause of Freemasonry in the generations to come. One of the first requirements in a Back-to-Basics of Freemasonry effort is an absolute allegiance to the basic unit of Freemasonry, the Blue Lodge. This means regular al-

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

tendance, supporting the various activities of your Blue Lodge, and, of course, paying your way and not falling to the depth of a freeloader. Learning and living the basic lessons taught in the Blue Lodge is all that is needed to fulfill the one and only purpose of Freemasonry, which is A PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE. Permit me, Brethren, if you are still listening, to share with you a way and means in which you can assure yourself of a working knowledge of what the basics of Freemasonry are all about. First, every Pennsylvania Mason should listen most attentively to the oaths and obligations given in the three Symbolic Degrees. Likewise, you should listen just as attentively to the lectures given for each of the Symbolic Degrees. And, by all means, become as knowledgable as you can in all the Ritual and the dialogue used in the opening and closing of a Symbolic Lodge and during the business of the Lodge. All of this is most urgent and so necessary in providing you with a well-rounded knowledge of the basics of Freemasonry. When acquired, you can then proudly converse about Freemasonry in an intelligent fashion, if and when the opportunity presents itself. Most of this, if not all, you actually committed yourself to do when you signed and presented your petition to be made a Mason. I would also like to recommend a personal Masonic Library that will, beyond all doubt, help, aid and assist you in acquiring a back-to-basics knowledge of Freemasonry that will definitely assist you in A PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE. This rather unique and small Masonic Library can be had without too much trouble and expense. One of the books is a copy of the Thomas Carmick Manuscripts. This was written in 1727 and, believe it or not, one of the original copies is in the collection of our own Grand Lodge Library and Museum. Reprints of this have been made through the years, and I am sure copies or photocopies can be obtained by inquiring of our Grand Lodge Librarian and Curator. The second book of my recommended Masonic library is a copy of Anderson's Constitutions, a book compiled by Brother James Anderson, D.D., and published in 1723 by the Grand Lodge of England. A facsimile of this book was published in 1734 by Brother Benjamin Franklin, a Past Grand Master of our Provincial Grand Lodge. This particular book contains THE CONSTITUTIONS OF THE FREEMASONS - CONTAINING THE HISTORY, CHARGES, REGULATIONS, & C. (sic) OF THAT MOST ANCIENT AND RIGHT WORSHIPFUL FRATERNITY. FOR THE USE OF THE LODGES. Copies of the Charges featured in this unusual Masonic publication are available by inquiring of our Librarian and Curator. The third book of my recommended Masonic Library is a copy of the Ahiman Rezon, meaning "A Help to a Brother." The first edition of this unusual book was prepared by Brother Lawrence Dermott, Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of England, and appeared in 1756. Brother William Smith, D.D., then Provost of the University of Pennsylvania and Grand Secretary of our Provincial Grand Lodge, in 1781 prepared a reprint of Dermott's original work, and suitable for our Grand Lodge, and it was first published in 1783 and dedicated to Brother George Washington. Revised and amended many times since 1783, the Ahiman Rezon is the "Constitution, Charges, Ceremonies and Forms" of our Grand Lodge and for our Lodges and still serves as a guide to our Masonic actions. The fourth and final book of my rather small but priceless Masonic Library is a copy of The Holy Bible, The Great Light In Masonry, King James version. There is a listing available of certain books, chapters and verses throughout The Holy Bible as pertains to our Symbolic Degrees, but the complete Bible is referred to, Masonically, as our "Volume of the Sacred Law." Consult our Librarian and Curator for the printed listing of passages in The Bible pertaining to our Blue Lodge degrees. These four books, which I keep handy all the time, have enabled me to find answers and inspiration not only when I was somewhat of a "part-time Mason," but also over the many years that I have been happily engaged in being a "full-time Mason." And, it has been in these four books that I have found the Basics of Freemasonry.

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Strange as it may seem, the basics of Freemasonry today are the same as they were at the inception of our Ancient and Honorable Fraternity and during the formative years of the Craft that followed. In the Carmick Manuscripts and Anderson's Constitution you will become excited and fascinated with the undisputed and time-honored principles which constitute the Landmarks of our Fraternity. Also the listing and explanation of the seven "Liberal Sceyances" in the arts. The "Old Charges," the real base of the Craft, are concerned with a man's relation with his God, his fellowmen and his own conscience. They are a source of spiritual teachings, of admonitions and exhortations designed to keep a Mason on understandable and friendly terms with other Masons and mankind, and thus make our Fraternity a living, moving vehicle in which man may travel happily with his fellowman. As such, they can be studied and loved, learned and lived with pride and benefit to the Craft. Getting back to the basics of Freemasonry is nothing more than accepting and implementing more fully the statements and directives contained in the "Old Charges," and the "General Regulations, Etc." that worked so well for those worthy Brethren who have travelled this same road before us. Brethren, we must first accept the great teachings of the Craft, believe in them, and then go out and put into practice those principles and ideals which are so important and long identified with the science of Freemasonry. The spirit of Freemasonry is the spirit of Brotherhood; Freemasonry grew into existence because there was a real need for it. Freemasonry has survived for a period of over 268 years because there has been a need for it. And, at no time in the history of mankind is there a greater need for a Fraternity such as ours than right now! Centuries ago, men banded together for mutual protection and security. In the early and formative years of our Ancient Craft Masonry, its obligations were real; men repeated them; they lived by them. The relationship of one man to another was sacred and binding. Yes, our Ancient Brethren established certain requirements in order that there might be perfect understanding as to what was expected of a man and a Mason. This was the decalogue of our Freemasonry. The worth and need of these basics was proven by the Brethren who travelled before us and left in our hands this great legacy of love, called Freemasonry. May you enjoy your return to the basics of Freemasonry. And, for the remainder of this century and far into the twenty-first century, may we join hands in unanimity and enjoy A PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE, the one and only purpose of Freemasonry. BLUE?

The following was lifted from Bro. Ralph Herbold's SCRL Fraternal Review No. 507. It a a quote from a letter to the local shrine that appeared in the November, 1985 Masonic Bulletin of the Grand Lodge of British Columbia: "Congratulations on a very fine, interesting, and informative Gazette. You and your staff along with the committee have done a great job of bringing the news and interesting events to the Nobility of Gizeh Temple. "However, I do have one small complaint. I realize that all the Temples are under the U.S. influence and that while 'Mackey' in one of his Dogma's states that Blue is the perfect colour being the colour of the Sky and the Sea and also from the Grand Lodge of England so the Lodges in the United States refer to 'Blue Lodge.' "We in Canada are also proud of our Blue as it is the Colour of our Grand Lodges. But as some of our Lodges in Canada were and some still are under the Scottish and Irish Constitution and we do have some Lodges in Quebec and Newfoundland who are Red. "The Grand Lodge of Scotland is Green. The Grand Lodge of Ireland is Red.

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

"So with all respect to our Brethren in the United States all Colours are Lodge Colours and we should refer to our Lodges as 'Craft Lodges.' It is only a small item but it irks me to hear Canadians use 'Blue Lodge' when it is just as easy to say Craft Lodge. "Yours Sincerely and Fraternally Tom McLachlan, P.G.M."

CATHOLICISM AND FREEMASONRY

VERMONT: The grand Master of Vermont had this to say about relations with the Catholic Church in his address at the 1985 Grand Lodge Communication: It is with sadness that I must report to you that relations with the Catholic Church, for all of Freemasonry, remain strained. There is strong indication that Catholics joining the Masonic Order will be placed in a very difficult position. That is, they may have to choose between the Church and Masonry. Some have already made that choice by remaining in our Order; others have left Freemasonry. It is so sad to have to make such an unhappy choice. As Masons, we must make every effort to show compassion and brotherly love for any brother faced with such a decision. We must also keep open any contacts we have with the Catholic community and demonstrate by our words and deeds that Catholicism has nothing to fear or distrust from the Masonic Order!

CERTIFICATE OF PROFICIENCY

SOUTH CAROLINA: The Grand Master of South Carolina Masons made these comments on a program which he instituted for class instruction in the lectures of the three degrees: Believing there was a need for instruction in the three degrees of Freemasonry, I instituted a pilot program for class instruction for those Brethren who were interested in learning the lectures. This has been a most successful and rewarding venture. A total of 150 certificates have been awarded and it is gratifying to know that so many Brethren have learned one or more of the lectures. Some are proficient in all three degrees and this is commendable. Many of the certificates have been presented to Brethren who have given the lectures for many years. In order to qualify for a certificate, your District Deputy Grand Master must certify that you are proficient in that particular degree.

CHANGE - DO WE NEED IT?

ARIZONA: In his oration before the Arizona Grand Lodge Communication in 1985 the Grand Orator suggests one area of change that might be beneficial in reversing the downward trend in membership: It is my true and steadfast belief that our beloved Masonic order is the finest and most benevolent fraternity that has ever existed. Certainly it is true blue and worthy of everlasting existence. Then why, my Brethren, with all of these fine principles and qualifications is our magnificent institution dropping in membership year after year, as it has been doing for the past twenty years or more? Do you know? Does any officer in our Grand Lodge have the answer? Does any member in this Grand Jurisdiction have an answer? My dear Brethren, some of us had better find an answer and let it be known to all of us. Let me tell you something Brothers, before typing this oration I read it to may wife and she turned to me and said "DO YOU KNOW THE ANSWER?" That stopped me dead in my tracks and my answer to her was this. "No, but right now I will write what I think about it." Twenty years ago this same topic was discussed in our own Arizona Research Lodge

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

# 1 and I was asked for my opinion. I stated Masonic membership had always gone up and down over the years like waves in the ocean rising and falling. I believed that Masonic membership would soon be on the upturn and we should hold steadfast with our procedures and methods of teaching candidates. But that was twenty years ago and the downtrend still continues. I now believe that we should make some changes. In the last twenty or thirty years the world and our way of life has changed drastically. Everything is moving so fast and most everything has become so complicated that it seems there is not enough time to get everything done. As secretary of my Lodge I have a duty to perform next week which saddens me very much. I must advise a candidate that he has been dropped for failure to advance in two years. He is a doctor and has always given the same answer when urged to continue his coaching in the Entered Apprentice Degree proficiency. These are his words "I did not realize how many hours it would take, I do not have them to spare. Right now I cannot spend the time with my family that I should. I want to be a Mason but my practice is growing and I cannot neglect my business or my family." My Brothers, I know that many of you are having the same difficulty that my lodge is having. It is hard today to find enough coaches and then it is difficult for them to keep the candidates advancing. In the Entered Apprentice proficiency alone there are forty-one questions and answers plus the obligation and grip to be memorized. I have coached a lot of candidates in my day and I honestly believe that a large part of all three proficiencies could be eliminated and still not hinder the candidates' Masonic education. I recently read where one Grand Lodge had eliminated all the questions and answers in all three degrees proficiencies. The candidate is required to memorize and recite the obligations only. In that jurisdiction the program is working. Since instituting the above program their annual loss in membership has almost disappeared. Maybe they are wrong. Also, Brethren, may be they are right and are on the right track. Let's watch them. They are the Grand Jurisdiction of Kansas. Now, my Brethren, this is just one area to which we should give serious thought. There are many other facets to this problem and we should get busy and investigate them all. We are living in different times than we were twenty-five years ago and I think we need to face up to it. I believe that we and all the other Grand Jurisdictions should get into action on this obstacle that lies in our path. To those who do not agree with me, I ask you to not turn your head away, but just give serious thought to what I have said. A good many years ago Most Worshipful Brother Harry Truman said "I was just a poor country boy but I was smart enough to keep my eyes open and to observe the good works of those who had succeeded." Now my Brothers, some of us admired Brother Truman and some did not, but he did reach the top and did so in most difficult times. I believe his remark about observing others is worthy of emulation. We must be careful in any changes we make and we must not allow our integrity to be depreciated. We must never permit the high principles of our Order to be lowered or broken because the integrity of Masonry is the life blood of our ancient and beloved Fraternity. Thank you.

COMPUTERS

The use of computers in Grand Lodge administrative offices appears to be on the increase, and some of the larger lodges are finding them useful in maintaining membership records and mailing lists, preparing work sheets for Grand Lodge returns, and printing mailing labels for lodge newsletters. The following reports indicates some of the uses that are being made of computers at the present time: ARIZONA: Report of the Computer Committee. Significant accomplishments of the Computer Committee during the past year have included complete specification of the Membership Data Base; completion of the Up-

lOc

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

date Program for Data Entry; and beginning of the transcription of the membership card file to the Data Base. In addition we have upgraded the system to a larger 33 MB hard disk which eliminates the necessity for the Data Entry operators to constantly switch diskettes. With the current design, developed by the committee, all of the data from the card files can be recorded and will be accessible on demand. We have in effect retained the flexibility of the card file to include miscellaneous comments and lengthy histories in the Data Base. All of this has been implemented through the efforts of our Programming Analyst, Mrs. Joann Drake. She has, with some assistance from the committee, but mostly on her own developed an extremely User Friendly program for use by the Data Entry operators. The member's record, with just name and address is displayed on the screen and the Data Entry operator merely "fills in the blanks" to enter the complete record. An extension of this program will eventually be used to update the Data Base with Form 14 inputs from the various lodges. The Committee met formally about a dozen times during the year and consulted together or by phone as necessary when problems arose. Our formal meetings usually included Mrs. Drake and the Grand Secretary, M.W. Robert F. Henderson, P.G.M. Data Entry has proceeded more slowly than we had hoped. We are currently processing 50 to 80 cards a day and expect that it will increase somewhat as the Data Entry operators become more familiar with the system and interpretation of the cards. Finding competent operators has been a problem which we think is finally solved. The system upgrade to a larger capacity disk solved some major design problems. Initially, we had thought to hold only a minimum amount of data for each member on the hard disk, and then use diskettes for each lodge for additional data. That would have required the user to change diskettes every time a record from a different lodge was accessed. At the last Grand Lodge Communication the Computer committee asked for and received a budget of $16,250. Actually, those monies were expended by the Grand Secretary rather than the Computer committee itself. We therefore believe and recommend that future expenditures for the Grand Lodge computer system be included in the budget of the Grand Secretary. We note that such funds have been included in the preliminary budget and are based on our estimate of requirements. For the record, the monies appropriated for the Computer Committee last year were expended as follows: Programing and data entry Maintenance Work Station Furniture Supplies System Upgrade Sale of old disk Totals Balance unspent

Budget $ 8,680.00 1,540.00 590.00 1,440.00 4,000.00

Actual $ 7,662.50 1,208.40 477.32 405.09 4,240.00 (1,200.00)

$16,250.00

$12,793.31 $ 3,456.69

The Committee feels that this year has been very successful, even if we have not completed as much as we had hoped. There is still a great deal remaining to be done: the completion of the Data Entry task, an adaptation of the Update Program to handle Form 14 input, a re-implementation of the program being used to provide addresses for the Travel Bureaus, use of the computer system with Word Processing for the Annual Proceedings, and the generation of year end reports. These year end reports will include all of the membership reports for the individual lodges and Grand Lodge. Our plan is to send them to the Secretaries for validation and confirmation leaving only the financial portion of the annual report completely to the individual lodges.

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

lIe

LOUISIANA: The Grand Secretary made this report on the computer operations in his office: Our computer system is working quite well. The majority of our programs that have been written have given us very reliable reports throughout the year. The coding of monthly reports and the delays in sending in the same by the Secretaries continues to be the heaviest workload for our office. It is essential that Lodge Officers also take an interest in seeing that these reports are submitted on time so that we can correct the machine produced rosters sent to each Lodge in January of each year. List of suspensions and expulsions are sent to each District Lodge in the State and other Masonic Bodies for their review. In order for dues cards to show P.M., Sr., Jr., or III in the proper place, it will be necessary for the Secretary of each Lodge to go through his own roster and make the corrections on a "Correction or Charge of Name" form. This way, when the dues cards are prepared this information will appear in the right place on the card, after the name. It would be a tremendous help if all Secretaries would make a special effort to review their rosters and send them back to us with all corrections. We hope everyone will understand and will help us to improve our progamming.

NEVADA: The Grand Secretary made this report on new equipment installed in his office. Last year you directed that we should purchase a computer. We, with the help of the Data Processing Committee, in particular Alan Carlson, Chairman, and Herman Herbig, did purchase an IBM PC-AT and "Geraldine" came to live in our office. Brothers Carlson and Herbig at once began to design special sub-programs using the software, a "WordStar Pro Pack" and "dBase III" programs purchased for the computer so that we could begin to put Geraldine to work. Because we had also included in the original plan a "Dumb Terminal" to use in conjunction with the computer to provide two work stations, we began to shop around for the best buy. Brother Carlson discovered an IBM PC which was available with a full warranty which could be obtained at approximately the same cost as we had contemplated for the "Dumb Terminal" and, after consulting with the Trustees and the Grand Master, "Baby Bonnie" came to live in the Grand Lodge office. Both are compatible and this allows work to be put on a floppy disc in the back office and run in the front office and vice-versa. It's a very useable system and when completed, we should be able to extract much useful management information to assist in the growth of Masonry in Nevada. Thanks to the V.W. Grand Lecturer, who needed some method to dispose of used and damaged rituals and other papers not proper to be simply thrown out, "Hungry Harold" came to stay with us also. "Hungry Harold" is a small paper shredder and we have not yet been able to satisfy his voracious appetite for used paper!

MISSOURI: One Missouri lodge, with a membership of approximately 1500, installed a small computer in late 1984, for use primarily in the printing of mailing labels for the lodge newsletter, and preparation of an annual membership roster. Quite a saving in both time and money has been realized from these operations. Another program, designed to facilitate the preparation of the Annual Grand Lodge Return, records all membership changes during the year. A printout of the cumulative changes (degrees conferred, affiliations, reinstatements, deaths, suspensions, dimits, and expulsions) is made each month for the information of lodge officers and members. The final printout, as ofJune 30 each year, is used in the preparation of the Grand Lodge return.

12c

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

19H6

Another program, involving financial transactions is under consideration. The lodge has an annual budget of more than $40,000, and keeping a current record of the balances in the various accounts requires the careful posting of numerous expenditures during the year. This program will require some additional software, and a determination as to its feasibility has not yet been made. Some work also has been done on the computer for some smaller organizations who could not justify the purchase of a computer of their own. WISCONSIN: Report of the Data Processing Committee: This committee has now completed most of its work in implementing a data processing system in the Grand Lodge office and is being discharged with thanks for their efforts since the committee was formed in 1982. Any new tasks required in this area will be administered from the Grand Lodge office through a new committee as needed to fit the specific scope of responsibility. Word processor utilization remains high. General correspondence, repetitive letters such as the Grand Master's letters to Widows, to Entered Apprentices, etc., brochures, all directories, address labels and envelopes are now all prepared on this equipment. Computer usage is increasing steadily. All Grand Lodge financial reports are now prepared from the computer. Mailing labels, Buff cards, dues cards and recapitulation reports are also prepared from the computer. A demonstration terminal will be set up in the Grand Secretary's temporary office at the Grand Lodge Annual Communication. Custom software has been developed and is now fully implemented in the computer for all membership record data. This includes addresses, membership information, skills bank, PMP, etc. We are offering this software to all other jurisdictions, and have made presentations of its capabilities at the Grand Master's Conference in February, and at the Midwest Conference on Masonic Education in May. Approximately 40 inquiries have been answered with a distribution of a prospectus for this system. Lodge profile data software is now being developed and reports of this type of information should be available in the near future. The next year should see: a) The first use of the system by allied and appendant bodies. b) Studies by the Research Committee of membership trends and other data contained in the system. c) Detailed studies of defaults, etc. Additional software for use in data analysis is being procured as needed to permit studies by Grand Lodge officers and other Grand Lodge committees. This committee believes that the installation of this equipment and its software is a major step forward in modernizing the Grand Lodge office to improve its services to the Craft and the productivity of its employees. We are always interested in Brothers who have specific skills in the utilization of such equipment and are working toward the time when we can provide access to this computer via telephone from individual lodges who need and can use its capability. The committee recommends this report be received and printed in the Proceedings.

CONDITION OF THE CRAFT

ARIZONA: The Grand Master of Arizona Masons gave this report on the condition of the Craft in Arizona: The condition of the craft in this jurisdiction is good even though for the second successive year we have experienced a net loss in membership. A net loss of 1.07o/c is less than the 2% suffered by the overall United States and its territorial jurisdictions, but it points to a trend that needs to be reversed. A look at our membership statistics for Arizona indicates that our losses due to death, demits, and suspensions have exceeded the number of new members we have raised for a considerable number of

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

13c

years, and the only reason that we have not realized a net loss before was due to the fact that we are experiencing a general migration from the other jurisdictions to this part of the so-called "sun belt." Our gain in recent years has been at the expense of our sister jurisdictions while we have had increasing numbers of demits and suspensions. There is nothing to say that we must have great increases though that would be a sign of better prosperity. We cannot continue to suffer losses, however slight. We must, therefore make stronger and increased efforts in those areas where we can obviously do the most good, especially by reducing losses from failure to advance, demits, suspensions, and increasing the number of affiliations from among our brethren who have taken up permanent residence in our fair state. Every Mason should support and participate in a local lodge and its activities. All jurisdictions except Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Mississippi, permit dual memberships. With the assistance of the Grand Secretary, a survey was conducted among Masons who had, in the past three years, failed to advanced to the degree of Master Mason within the prescribed period of time. Reasons for failure to advance included: "My work situation changed, and I did not have time to meet with my coach"; "My coach was pompous and I couldn't put up with him"; "I found that I really wasn't interested"; "I wanted to continue, but my work took me out of state," etc. A number of those responding indicated that they had since had a change of condition and really wanted to proceed with the work and were put in touch with the secretary of the Lodge that had originally received their petition. The number of newly raised Master Masons is down 10 from last year giving a total of 300. It is noted that 51 % of the Lodges in Arizona raised three or less during the year; ten Lodges raised none, eleven raised one, nine raised two, and six raised three. The most raisings by one Lodge was nineteen. Since the early days in the history of Arizona, the mining industry has been a m~jor influence on the prosperity of the state and local source of employment for many communities. The closing of mines in Ajo, Morenci, and Bagdad, and the curtailing of operations in other locations has caused considerable loss of employment and stability of lifestyle for many of our brethren. Our hearts and hands are out to the brethren who are keeping Masonry alive under these trying conditions. Masonry is becoming more visible in Arizona. The booth at the state fair was successful in being seen by tens of thousands, many of whom stopped and became more informed about Masonry by the enthusiastic brethren who manned the booth throughout the emire fair. At parades and other special occasions, our brethren appeared in public in Masonic clothing, and many of our Lodges initiated interesting activities for non-Masons to acquaint them with what Masonry is all about, and hopefully increasing their imerest in the Craft.

IDAHO: Grand Master Gordon L. Buck gave this critical evaluation of the condition of the Craft in Idaho as part of his address to the assembled members of Grand Lodge: The State of the Craft in this Grand Jurisdiction generally remains pretty much the same year after year. Attendance in lodges is pitifully poor, membership numbers continue to decline and apathy is our greatest enemy. Some lodges, Officers, and Brethren are the direct opposite of this description and are enthusiastically working for the betterment of the Craft. They are the ones who are responsible for the approximate 10% overall attendance at meetings, who do the degree work, and who giye of themselves that the image and visibility of the fraternity might be advanced. We have heard it said many times that "there is nothing wrong with Freemasonry, but there is something wrong with the members." I have attempted to emphasize to the Grand Jurisdiction of Idaho this year the fact that "Freemasonry is a Great Way of Life." I still feel in my heart that the advancement of this oldest and largest Fraternity in the world can come about by the acknowledgement of this fact by all Masons. As we practice those most excellent teachings and tenants, the door of light continues to

14c

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

open wider and wider, and as we are thus brought to light, our ancient and honorable Craft glows brighter also. It is written that "the longest journey begins with a single step," let us take that step my Brethren and begin the restoration of the Craft to its rightful place in the hearts and eyes of the communities of Idaho. It is not my wish or intention to display a feeling of negativism, we have more than our share of that already. My purpose rather is to bring out to you the responsibility, yes I said responsibility, of EVERY Brother to enhance and build our Fraternity to greatness and to the honorable position it once enjoyed. Responsibility for this goal falls upon each of us, because we all came of our own free will, each one knelt at the altar and took the solemn obligations that we would so live and act, as to bring honor to the Craft. If each member took upon himself to do just one simple project to fulfill a need in his lodge once each year, what a tremendous difference we would see. An example of this was exemplified by a letter from a regular attender of Wardner Lodge 34 to the non-attenders that pointed out the need for more interest and participation at the meetings. I am sure this one small act sparked some interest and curiosity in that lodge. This Brother, Charles F. French, stepped forward, took up the challenge and after consulting with the Worshipful Master, wrote and mailed the letter. He did not wait to see if the Master or Officers or Grand Lodge was going to do it. Individual effort and initiative is absolutely essential to the life of any viable and thriving organization, and particularly to Freemasonry. I have been encouraged by the increase in participation by many younger members in lodges throughout the state. This points to the fact that our change to lower the age limit to 18 was a good and timely action. I applaud the decision of Wilder Lodge 83 in its consolidation with Silver City 13. A number of other Lodges in the state are in the same condition and are not able to hold meetings, confer degrees, and carryon normal Masonic Activities due to a lack of members or interest or both. This consolidation has benefited the Brethren of both lodges as well as the Craft in general. Hopefully this consolidation will serve as a example for others who need to consider such an action. In conclusion, I realize that this is not a very bright outlook regarding the State of our Craft. It is my duty to report what I have seen and feel, because this is what you elected me to do. I do not feel that Freemasonry is dead or even dying in Idaho, I have witnessed much more evidence to the contrary, and have been greatly encouraged by it. There is an indescribable amount of concern and love for our honored Craft by thousands of Brethren in this Grand Jurisdiction and our immediate task is only to pick up the tools and go to work.

IRELAND: These comments on the condition of the Craft were printed as an introduction to the 1985 annual report of the Grand Lodge of Ireland: If there is buffeting of Freemasonry in parts of the world - and it is noticeable in the Third World - here in Ireland events during 1985 have moved quietly but efficiently and the strength of the Order is enhanced by its works and its witness. The address given by the Grand Master on St. John's Day, the text of which appears elsewhere in this issue, confirms that progress has been made in several directions and the general outlook is good. The principal evidence of the vitality of the Order is seen in the development at Monkstown, Co. Dublin, where at considerable cost homes have been provided for over thirty-seven people. An account is given elsewhere of the ceremony in June when the foundation stone was laid. The scheme was completed by the end of the year with all the accommodation now taken. It is an enterprise on which the Masonic Havens Limited are to be congratulated both for the speed with which it was brought to completion once the starting target of ÂŁ100,000 was reached and the rapidity with which the selected tenants were housed. The Grand Master emphasized that this was not a local scheme designed for Brethren and their dependents from the Dublin area, but was an Irish Constitution undertaking. Not all the occupants are Dublin people

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

15c

for some have come from other parts of Ireland as well, which is why the promoters are seeking additional support from the wealthier Masonic areas. They should get it for this is something worthy of support by Masons in all parts of Ireland, and a largescale push now would bring in the necessary cash to clear the debt which is the next desirable step in this splendid enterprise. Attention is drawn in this issue to the reports from overseas for they reveal something of the kind of trials and tribulations which some of our overseas Provincial Grand Lodges are facing. Governments have acted against them and some have lost their places of meeting though some have been recovered. Others are feeling a draught from sharply decreasing numbers as Brethren leave for a new life elsewhere. In other instances vexatious financial pressures are placing additional burdens and challenges on our Brethren. The Grand Master in his St. John's Day review, drew attention in sympathetic terms to these conditions and his emphasis will not be lost on us in Ireland that Grand Lodge has the same responsibility for these Brethren in precisely the same way as we have for our Brethren in Munster, North Connaught and Antrim. "Their problems," he said, "are our problems and their worries should be our worries." It is encouraging to note from the overseas reports that despite the complexities and difficulties which in some places our Brethren in other parts of the world have been facing they still are doing their utmost to maintain and expand Irish Masonry in foreign parts. All will re-echo the words of our Grand Master on this issue: "[ do worry' about the future of many of our Brethren overseas and can only hope and pray that in due course and in His own good time the Great Architect will take care of them."

LOUISIANA: The committee on Foreign Correspondence included in its annual report this comment on the condition of the Craft The proceedings of many of the Grand Lodges for 1982 and 1983 have been received and reviewed. It is noted that the loss in membership continues in almost all Grand Jurisdictions: however, the State of the Craft generally seems to be good.

PENNSYLVANIA: The Right Worshipful Grand Master called upon R.W. Past Grand Master Brother Samuel C. Williamson to present a lecture to the Grand Lodge. This was an ancient custom of the Grand Lodge and one which the R.W. Grand Master felt was justified in reviving. R.W. GRAl"D MASTER - My BRETHREN: All over this Jurisdiction, we are witnessing increased activity and enthusiasm for our great Fraternity and the emphasis on a renewal and rebuilding of it. Each of us have been honored by being accepted as Members of this great Brotherhood. With this honor, however, come additional responsibilities. Holy Scripture tells us that unto whom much is given, of him will much be required. This applies to all facets of life including our Freemasonry and our participation in its principles and ideals. Our Craft will not automatically make man better or issue a guarantee that it will even happen. Each Member must search the teachings of the Craft, for himself, teaching inculcated through ritualistic allegories and symbolism, to seek out the great moral lessons that are contained therein. Our ritual is not something meant to be merely used. It should impact meanings to all who participate, either actively or as spectators. We must open our minds to freely grasp those meanings. From the very moment we were formally accepted and knocked at the door of Freemasonry and until the ceremonies were complete, every step, work, and act was symbolically designed to impact the meaning of the Craft and what was expected of us as Members. Nor was the process complete with the conferral of our degrees. This was only the beginning. In the words of Brother H. L. Haywood, "The real entrance into Free-

16c

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

masonry cannot be effected merely by walking through a door. It is an act of a man's own will. A process in a man's own mind, not otherwise can he become a Mason." It goes without saying, therefore, that we should ponder well what was presented to each and everyone of us in our symbolic Lodges. But, after we have pondered, what then? Have we drawn meaning from the great lessons of Freemasonry or will we pass over them like ships that pass in the night - so close and yet so unseen. Let us pause and take a close look at ourselves and the revisions that have taken place to make our Masonry a vital enduring force today. We recently have seen changes that permit involvement of our Lodges in community activities. Unfortunately, the majority of our Lodges have no community involvement, no local public charity functions and do nothing to put the principles of Freemasonry into practice. The result is, our communities know little or nothing about Freemasonry. If we want to attract men to Masonry, we must become more attractive. Dare we be Masons; dare we go out into our communities and proudly display and put our Masonry into practice so that our communities and all it citizens will know and understand what we are and what we stand for? We have established the opportunity for Lodges to become involved, to make a contribution to our communities from charitable or current Lodge funds. Are we proudly appearing in public as Masons, or are we hiding our Masonry behind the Lodge walls? Our Masonic-related youth need our support more than at any time in their history - we have formed the Pennsylvania Youth Foundation and are providing supervised programs at the Masonic Conference Center, Patton Campus - but what are we doing with these youth groups in our communities. Sorry to say, we are not providing the needed leadership as advisors to our DeMolay Chapters. Within the last week we have been informed of two DeMolay Chapters that cannot continue to function for the want of advisors - dare we as Masons turn our backs on the future generation? Can we afford not to support these Masonic youth groups - who, in a few short years, will be charged with the responsibility of leading this great Fraternity? My Brethren, the only thing God has to make an adult from is a boy or a girl. Dare we do less than provide leadership and help for these youth? My Brethren, we as Masons are thinking small. We have been reluctant to break the old barriers - to talk about our Masonry - to live it and to proudly display it in our everyday walk in life. Dare we be Masons - to stand for our Fraternity - and its principles on all occasions? Today, my Brethren, this is our great challenge; one which we must all join hands and work together with unanimity - the cause - Project Solomon II, the revival and revitalization of Freemasonry. Each of us now has the opportunity, the duty - to join hands and rebuild Pennsylvania Freemasonry. The project does not require a lot of work from anyone individual, but it does require some work from each and everyone of us. As we prepare for the traditional summer recess of our Lodges, let each of us resolve to use this period to plan for the full implementation of Project Solomon II - the appointment of the necessary committees - overseers and builders to carry out this worthwhile cause - THE SURVIVAL OF FREEMASONRY. Dare we do less to ensure the survival of this great Fraternity for the future? While we look forward to this rebuilding of our great Fraternity, let us resolve not to forget those present Members who, for whatever reason are in arrears with their dues or have been suspended for nonpayment of dues. We must, my Brethren, take every opportunity to reach out and help, aid or assist these Brothers to assure their continued membership. Today, Freemasonry is on public display. Unfortunately, a very small number of Members have violated their Masonic obligations and the trust this Fraternity has placed in them. Steps have been taken to remove those who are not worthy of membership in our Craft. But we must persevere in requiring our Craft to consist of men of character and

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

17c

integrity - men whom we and the world at large will respect. Project Solomon II gives each of us the opportunity to carry our message to our communities, to those who should know the cause and purpose of Freemasonry, and most importantly - to provide for the survival and revival of this great Fraternity. I would like to tell you a short story about Thomas Neill Lodge. Unfortunately, it isn't even in Pennsylvania but is located in Pikeville, Kentucky. Pikeville is a county seat with a population of 7,000. It is located in eastern Kentucky and has prospered of recent years with the mining of its coal. At the Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Kentucky held last October, Thomas Neill Lodge reported a membership of 727. During the past year they showed a net gain of 62 Members. Naturally, I was amazed at these statistics as I am sure all of you are, so through the offices of their Grand Master, I sought out some of the Members of Thomas Neill Lodge. After complimenting them on such a stellar performance in obtaining new Members, I asked, "How do you do it?" Their reply was deceptively simple, "We work at it!" "We work at it!" - perhaps all of us should start working at it! Do we dare to be Masons? We do if we accept Freemasonry's challenges. -That we live our Masonry daily -Participate in worthwhile community projects -Support our Masonic-related youth groups and the Pennsylvania Youth Foundation -Participate in Project Solomon II and that we help to make Freemasonry a vital force and an efficient tool in the building of better men - a better Fraternity - and a better world!

SOUTH CAROLINA: In his address before the Grand Lodge Communications, Grand Master White made this report on the state of the craft in South Carolina: Freemasonry in this Grand Jurisdiction continues to flourish with activities and programs. It appears that we are at an all time high in unity and cooperation among the Craft. With this positive report, however, I must regretfully report to you that we have a net loss in membership of 1,072 for the past year. Brethren, for many years South Carolina led North American in net increase in membership. While other Grand Jurisdictions were showing great losses, we were increasing in membership. However, South Carolina must now join the other fortynine Grand Jurisdictions in net losses. We must begin now to take positive steps to curb this trend. It has been said that if Freemasonry in North America continues these large losses, within one hundred years there will be no Freemasonry. This situation should not be taken lightly by any member of the Craft. It is serious and we must begin now to survey ways to correct it before it is too late. Your input in the coming years will be most important and I encourage you to make suggestions on this subject as we meet today.

CRIMINAL LAW CONVICTIONS

PENNSYLVANIA: Brother John K. Young, R.W. Past Grand Master and General Council for Grand Lodge, read the following decision: When a member has been indicted for a violation of criminal law and has been tried and convicted or has pleaded guilty, an offense has been committed against Freemasonry as to which there can be only one result - suspension or expulsion. Accordingly, the lodge to which such member belongs need not prefer charges and hold a Masonic trial, but shall file a certified transcript of the court's decision with the

18c

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

Office of the Grand Secretary. The Grand Master may thereafter direct the member's suspension or expulsion depending on the severity of the crime. It is to be noted that those suspended may petition a Grand Master at some future time to be reinstated, whereas explusion will prevent reinstatement.

CRITICISMS OF THE CRAFT

Brother Ralph A. Herbold, Editor, made the following report on the subject in the Southern California Research Lodge Fraternal Review No. 506, dated 3-1586: SCRL Fraternal Review 488 quoted a part of the Grand Master of England's address on the expose and other attacks on Freemasonry which we found in the Masonic Bulletin of the Grand Lodge of British Columbia. The Masonic Bulletin again gives us the current views of this premier Grand Lodge with "Excerpt from H.R.H. The Duke of Kent's Grand Master's Address - United Grand Lodge of England (March 13, 1985) Quarterly Communication" in their October 1985 issue: "Brethren, when I suggested last April that we should do more to prepare ourselves to explain the Craft to people who might be genuinely interested in it, I did not foresee the surge of public interest in Freemasonry which was to develop late in the year. This arose first from the publication in September of draft advice to the Metropolitan Police. I was glad to hear that the Pro Grand Master had been assured by the Metropolitan Police Commissioner that promotion in the force would continue to be on merit, unaffected by whether or not an officer was also a Freemason. My only regret is that the assurance was not given more publicly. There is of course no conflict whatever between Masonry and any form of public service and I know that the Commissioner firmly took the point that we should be as displeased as he if a policeman were proved to have misused his membership of the Craft to the detriment of his constabulary duty. In my belief Freemasons ought to have just the qualities that good policemen need, and what I have said applies with equal force to those working for local authorities. "I note that the General Synod of the Church of England has followed the Methodist Church in inquiring into the compatibility of Freemasonry and religion. I hope that those inquiring will be brave enough to be open-minded. Assuming this is so, I am confident that Freemasonry will emerge better understood as a supporter of religion, whatever praiseworthy form the religion takes. In this connection, I admired the address given in Grand Chapter in November by the Third Grand Principal, in which he used simple terms to explain that no word in the Royal Arch degree implies heathen practices - and was able to say the same for all forms of regular Freemasonry. "I believe that there is one other aspect of criticism of the Craft, not confined to the layman, which we might sensibly heed. You are aware, Brethren, of my reservations about the penalties in our obligations. I voiced these in Grand Lodge in 1979. Many of you will remember the debate in Grand Lodge which resulted in the introduction in many Lodges of the permissive variations, referring to the penalties as 'traditional.' We all know that the penalties are symbolic and that they have never been inflicted. It seems to me that it would not be a very radical step, and would in no way affect the meaning of the ritual, if the penalties were removed entirely from the obligations, and treated as a form of traditional history. "This leads me to raise the question: What else can we do, Brethren, to avoid further criticism? In theory the answer is fairly simple; the practice, as so often, may be more difficult. "It goes without saying that we should be careful in our own conduct, so that we do not bring the Craft into disrepute. It should be a constant concern of all Provinces, Districts and Lodges that the highest standards should be all times be maintained. "Secondly, and more positively, we should seek to ensure that Freemasonry is seen to be taking its place in the community. The giving of money to non-Masonic charity is a part of this - an important part - but I should like to see Freemasonry playing

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

19c

a more active role, so that the beneficial and happy effects of our great brotherhood may be more publicly visible. I shall be seeking expert guidance as to how this might be achieved. "I personally am in no doubt that the regular Freemasonry is a force for good not just for us as Freemasons here, but for any country where it is practiced. "This last year has been an exceptionally interesting and demanding one for the Craft at all levels and while the unusual degree of public interest in our affairs may not have been entirely welcome, I doubt whether it will prove to have done us any harm. On the contrary, by making us re-examine our aims and purposes, particularly our attitude to giving information about the Craft, I believe its effect will have been beneficial. " DEMOLAY

MAINE: Bro. Clyde L. Ferris, Executive Officer in Maine for DeMolay, presented the following glowing report to Grand Lodge on DeMolay activities during the year: It has been just over a year that I was fortunate of being appointed the Executive Officer in Maine of the Order of DeMolay, the largest and best fraternal youth organization in the world for young men. When I gave my report to this Grand Lodge last year, I stated that my two main priorities were membership and chapter development with a very close third priority of improving Masonic Relations to educate Masons about the Order of DeMolay while educating DeMolays about the Masonic Fraternity. This has been an excellent year for Chapter Development and with development of chapters comes an increase in Membership. We have made progress in both of these areas this year and have set the pace for future years. We started the year with 9 active chapters. We now have 11 active chapters and several other areas ready to start new chapters. We have helped several existing chapters to reorganize and they are now stronger chapters. Our new chapter last year, Springvale Chapter is doing well and we are re-activating Forest City Chapter of Portland. On March 31, we instituted our newest chapter, that being Houlton Chapter. Their Advisory Council has 19 Master Masons and/or Senior DeMolays and they had 36 young men initiated into DeMolay. This was one of the most rewarding events I have witnessed since being involved in DeMolay. I understand they have received eight more petitions since then. There is a very strong interest in re-activating Skowhegan Chapter and North Star Chapter in Caribou and starting new Chapters in Presque Isle, Waterville, Rockland and Westbrook. In addition to these, we want chapters in Millinocket, Lincoln, the Milo-Dover Foxcroft area, Calais, Machias, Ellsworth, Belfast, Bridgton, the NorwaySouth Paris area, Livermore Falls and the Biddeford-Saco area. At one time, Maine had a total of 30 chapters. Our speaker at the Banquet Monday night said it is alright to have dreams. Well, I am dreaming of the day when we will again have 30 active DeM01ay Chapters in Maine, and brethren, we will have 30 chapters and it won't be too long from now. On Masonic Relations, we have been fortunate to have space in practically every Masonic publication published in Maine. We have been given very good coverage in these publications. Pine Tree Priory has been re-activated and is a very active organization. The Priory is for young men who have been active in DeMolay, who are Past Master Councilors or are between the ages of 16 and 21 which normally would be lost, however, by keeping them active in Priory until they reach the age of 21, they are more apt to join Freemasonry. Over 50% of DeMolays become Master Masons.... More than 150 DeMolays have become Grand Masters of Grand Lodges and over 250 DeMolays have attained the 33rd Degree in Freemasonry. State Master Councilor Wayne Lobley presided over a very successful Conclave last June which was held on the campus of Bates College in Lewiston, Maine. State Coun-

20c

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

cilors elected and installed for 1984-1985 were as follows: State Master Councilor, Mark E. Ryder; Deputy State Master Councilor, Ernest V. Kneeland; State Senior Councilor, Christopher J. Ragno; and State Junior Counselor, Gregory D. Stevens. The State Softball Tournament was held in July and again was won by Valley Chapter of West Buxton. The DeMolay Field Day sponsored by Kora Temple and put on by Lake Region Shrine Club was held on Sunday following the State Softball Tournament and was again very successful. We had a "DeMolay Night At The Ballpark" in Old Orchard Beach and watched Maine's new Triple A baseball team, the Maine Guides beat the Syracuse Blue Jays. This Maine DeMolay Fund Raiser was such a success, that we are having the Second Annual "DeMolay Day At The Ballpark" on Sunday afternoon, June 23. I hope many of you can attend the game. The social highlight of the DeMolay year was again the State DeMolay Sweetheart Pageant held on April 27 at Kora Temple. Miss Kimberly Stacy, representing William Whipple Chapter of Kittery was crowned State DeMolay Sweetheart. The Pageant was followed by the Sweetheart Ball honoring the new DeMolay State Sweetheart. We have recruited more Masonic brethren and Senior DeMolays to help us in our efforts to make Maine DeMolay continue to grow. If we are going to see our dream come true, however, we desperately need more help in manpower. Kora Temple has given us assistance by forming the Kora DeMolay Council. The purposes and objectives of this Council are: 1. To provide and train a pool of Advisors capable of founding new Chapters and to serve in temporary and permanent positions as necessary. 2. To create and develop new DeMolay Chapters. 3. To promote the Order of DeMolay. 4. To recruit members and leaders of Maine DeMolay. 5. To participate in fund raising for the Order. 6. Support DeMolay functions and activities, such as Shrine/DeMolay Field Day, DeMolay State Sweetheart Pageant, DeMolay/Rainbow Dances, Shrine Hospital visitations, provide transportation and participate in Parades promoting DeMolay. We appreciate the support from Kora Temple and all the support we receive from Anah Temple and especially the tremendous support we receive from Most Worshipful Grand Master Peter C. Schmidt and this Grand Lodge of Maine. As the Right Worshipful Grand Master of Pennsylvania, Right Worshipful William Carpenter said in his outstanding speech Monday night, Freemasonry needs Men of Vision, Men of Enthusiam, and Men of Endurance. Well, Brethren, I know where these men can be found - the Young Men of DeMolay have these 3 qualities and this is a great way we can build Freemasonry by actively supporting our young men of DeMolay. It is a joy to work with these young men and I know you would also enjoy this very worthwhile work. I ask for just a few hours of your time each month to serve as an Advisor. We want to start a DeMolay Chapter in your area. Won't you help? Your area needs DeMolay. Again, our sincere thanks for your continued interest and support to Maine DeMolay.

PENNSYLVANIA: Brother Jeffry D. Nolter, a member of Shamokin Lodge No. 255, a Senior DeMolay and recently raised Master Mason delivered this address on DeMolay to the Grand Lodge: Right Worshipful Grand Master, and assembled Brethren, it is certainly an honor to be able to speak before you tonight on something 1 feel very strongly about - the young men of our nation and in particular those of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. I would like to begin by asking, "Do you know there are thousands of young men who want to be part of our Masonic family?" There are, but they don't know enough about us, or they don't know how to go about joining us. Now we know as Masons we

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

21c

cannot solicit Members. However, the young men of whom I'm speaking, this special group, are only 13 to 20 years of age. Not old enough to be Masons, but certainly old enough to be DeMolays, and what better way is there to introduce them to our Masonic Fraternity - our family - but through the Order of DeMolay. There were numerous experiences in DeMolay that encouraged me to enter Masonry. There were the ritual, new friends, the DeMolay teaching, and the fun that was shared by so many. However, the one point that stands out in my mind is the love and support that is shared by our Masonic family, the time, patience, and love that was extended to me, and my fellow DeMolays during those critical and often troubled teenage years will never be forgotten. DeMolays refer to their advisors as "Dad," a word that designates that special bond between a man and his son. "Dad," that guiding force to lead, to help their young men grow, mature, to point them in the direction of responsible adulthood. It is our responsibility as Masons to go out and search for those young men and act as their "Dad." Today's youth are the leaders of the future and the future is only a breath away. We have heard that phrase time and time again - but there is a good reason. It is not a myth - it is the absolute truth. The youth are our future, and we as Masons must start now, dedicate ourselves this very instant, to begin helping and building these young men - DeMolays. Only by accomplishing these on-going tasks can we be assured that we will continue to enjoy the three liberties on which the Order of DeMolay and our nation stand: Religious Freedom, Patriotism, and Intellectual Liberty. Being a DeMolay can be fun as well as educational. DeMolays and Rainbow Girls often get together to hold dances. Recently, when I was driving a group of DeMolays and Rainbows to a dance, someone asked my age. I responded, only to hear "You're ancient!" My Brethren, at the ripe old age of 22, I learned I was ready for Social Security. However, one of the many joys in DeMolay is how young you can feel- no matter how old you are. Just by witnessing the exuberance of these young men, their enjoyment of life, and learning their new ideas can certainly invigorate any tired and weary body. Sometimes we can get too caught up in our problems - a hectic day at work, maybe a Hat tire - and we really feel down. It has never failed me, or any other DeMolay or Advisor; a DeMolay will come up to you and say thank you. "Hey, 'Dad' Avery, thanks for helping me with my homework two weeks ago. I got an A on my exam," or "Thanks, Brian, for fixing my baseball glove. Now I can catch those pop flies," or "thank you for sitting down and simply talking to me." That simple phrase, "thank you," becomes golden. All because you spent five or ten minutes helping a young man. DeMolay truly is family that will never let you down. Freemasonry is a charitable Fraternity. The Masonic Homes in Elizabethtown is a prime example. However, the time and patience Masons have spent with young men, DeMolays, is so very special. They have been a guide toward responsible citizenship, a shoulder to cry on, and so much more. Should a person boast about these commendable actions? No, because it is his responsibility to do this. Not until he encourages someone else to join him in his work, and befriend a young man, a DeMolay, can that man say he has done more than a single man can do. DeMolays have learned the meaning of charity. Quite often they are running to the aid of the needy. They might be dressing in clown costumes to visit pediatric wards, delivering meals to the elderly, planting trees to preserve nature, helping a family raise money to cover medical expenses; the list goes on. Most importantly though, they do it cheerfully, willingly, and gladly. We can all take a lesson from that. Brethren, as Masons, I urge you to visit your local DeMolay Chapter, and simply listen. What you hear might surprise you. You will hear new ideas, words of wisdom, hard work, beautiful ritual, constructive criticism, enjoyment, and so much more. It will be an education beyond belief. As we face the symbolic East, the rising sun and morn of life, let us pause to consider how we may begin this new day. Today was yesterday'S future, but let's not live in the

22c

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

past and remain stagnant. We are in the dawn of a new tomorrow, and it is our responsibility as Freemasons to grow and support our DeMolay and build a new temple of men.

VERMONT: George E. Cumming, State Master Councilor, Order of DeMolay, reported to Grand Lodge on the status of DeMolay in the state, and made a plea for more Masons to become involved in DeMolay activities. It is indeed an honor and privilege for me to bring to you the greetings of all DeMolays from throughout our Green Mountain State. I would like to thank you for your financial support of our Order this past year. I would especially like to thank and commend those of you who have taken time to help our Local Chapters, whether it be by acting as an advisor or by making yourselves available for whatever needed to be done at one time or another. Today, I am the harbinger of good news and bad news about Vermont DeMolay. The good news is that we attained over 100% of our yearly membership goal as set by the International Supreme Council. This is quite an achievement for any organization so you and I can be very proud of a the young men of Vermont DeMolay. Our net gain in members was a positive step. We initiated more brothers than we lost due to majority. Now I must bring you the bad news. The Brattleboro Center was closed this past year due in part to lack of interested young men and also by a lack of advisors and Masonic support. This makes the sixth chapter in as many years to be closed for these reasons. Obviously, as shown by surpassing our membership goal, interest in DeMolay is picking up in Vermont. Sadly though, the number of registered advisors has not. Out of some 12,000 Masons in Vermont, there are less than 50 advisors. This is less than one-half of one percent. DeMolay isn't looking for a lifetime commitment from you. Only a couple of hours a month would be all. These hours might entail driving, passing on a few hints about ritual techniques, acting as softball coaches, or whatever is needed. We are concerned about losing the "tried and true" advisors who after serving for many years will experience burn-out and there will be no one left to fill the void. Please give these advisors a hand whenever and wherever possible, so that we may be assured that DeMolay will always be strong in Vermont. Please encourage your constituents to sponsor new Chapters and strengthen established ones. I would like to thank the Grand Lodge for their support of DeMolay in the past and look forward to even bigger and better things in the very near future. Thank you for the banquet and other courtesies you have extended to me and I look forward to seeing you at DeMolay and Rainbow events, both statewide and local, throughout the year.

EDUCATION

MONTANA: A Special Committee on Education was appointed by the Grand Master to investigate methods to stimulate the activity of younger Masons. The Committee identified nine specific areas that needed attention. The Committee report follows: We, your Special Committee on Education wish to report as follows: During last year's annual communication of Grand Lodge, then Deputy Grand Master William Brass asked, and received approval, to appoint a special committee to investigate methods to stimulate the activity of younger Masons. This committee was to pay special attention to those things that might stimulate interest and better serve the needs of that primary group of Masons in the age bracket of 25 to 45 years. Those appointed to the committee were chosen for their activities, or interest, toward this problem area and they met in Missoula for a long "brain-storming session." In attendance were most

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

23c

members of the committee and Grand Master Brass. Those not able to attend contributed by letter or telephone. Among the specific problems the groups identified were: (1) Competition with other organizations: (2) Lack of social intercourse; (3) Alienation of new members by some lodge practices; (4) Lack of visibility of the Craft; (5) Inappropriateness of many lodge activities to that age group's needs; (6) Burnout of enthusiams among those younger Masons who take a first interest in Masonry; (7) Lack of defined leadership training; (8) Fear of change in many lodges dampening possibly workable and benefi.cial ideas; (9) Lack of a viable and workable system of Masonic Education (principles, philosophy, history, etc.) suited to today's younger Mason. From these problems the committee worked on some possible solutions, concentrating on ideas for better communications (both in and out of the lodge); educational and leadership training; a suitable program of activities for the younger Mason; and a defining of the role that Masonry should play in the lives of its members. No firm plan has yet been formulated, although work is continuing on coming up with a workable program that may be used voluntarily in lodges, or in separate clubs connected to a lodge, to answer some of these needs. Recognizing that those Masons who are of the 1960's generation and are either now, or soon will be bearing much of the burden of lodge management, it seems imperative that some recognition of their needs and what they are looking for in Masonry, be considered and adopted in Montana lodges. For this reason the committee requests that it, or another similar committee, be continued into the next lodge year and that it continue its work toward a voluntary program addressing this question. We thank Grand Master Brass for this opportunity to work on a problem that is both serious and challenging, a problem that may well become one of the most serious ~mes lodges everywhere will have to face. I move the acceptance of this report.

SASKATCHEWAN: The Grand Master identifies some serious problems in respect to Leadership, Membership, and Attendance, but chooses Education as one of our weakest links: In my acceptance speech of June last year, I said, quote "Perhaps never before, in the distinguished history in this Province, has opportunity beckoned us onward as it does today. We have experienced a variety of problems in the past, and we continue with serious problems in our midst. A few may be identified in respect to Leadership, Membership, and Attendance." Unquote. Upon more serious consideration if I were to seek a word to sum up our dilemma, I would have to choose EDUCATION - as one of our weakest links. Leadership should be encouraged to try to persuade the constituent lodges to improve their Dues structure and financial position. We have a variety of situations where some lodges are strong, and some lodges are weak due to inadequate financing. I have heard it said many times that Masonry is too cheap, and I am more firmly convinced that statement is true. We are human beings and we all have a tendency to value something by what we pay for it. Committees of the Board of General Purposes when preparing budgets, and others planning our destiny should recognize that financing is one aspect while education and programming is an equally important aspect. Without positive action we will be like other prominent civilizations that have disappeared from this earth. If our declining membership is allowed to go unchecked as it has for the past thirty years, the results are inevitable. Lodges will be confined to the larger centers. I would ask that you review the statistics - 30 years ago. Proceedings 1956, Dues paying members as at February 28, 1955 - 15,402, Lodges 205. The Grand Secretary's report ending February 28, 1985 will reveal 8,216 members and 153 Lodges. Yet we fail to take any kind of action! I am suggesting that we at least, maintain our present status and hopefully with a modest increase, because that would indicate or reflect a more normal growth pattern.

24c

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

This timely message is taken from the 1934 Proceedings, the late Past Grand Master M.W. Bro. N.R. Craig's Address. Quote. "It is the duty of the fathers in Masonry to so exemplify its principles to their sons that they, too, may experience a desire to explore its mysteries. Can a Masonic father conceive a safer manner for his son to spend his young manhood than in Masonic study and companionship? An ideal Lodge is one in which the energies and enthusiasms of youth are tempered and directed by the mature judgement and caution of the middle aged and the aged; a Lodge where the opinions and aspirations of young and old are treated with mutual respect, where leadership is not the leadership of the martinet, where counsel is not exclusively confined to the elder statesmen, where youth is not arrogant, where age is not intolerant, and where each member, always mindful of the simple but fundamental tenets of the Craft, Dedicates his energies to the common good." Unquote. In order to succeed as an organization or a fraternity we must have the fullest cooperation of all the committees and the members. In retrospect the Grand Master must have his year fully planned two years in advance. Much greater co-operation and long range planning is required between the elected Grand Lodge Officers, along with submission of budgets and plans. The leaders should submit their plans in advance, allowing them to flow to the membership and be given the benefit of financial consideration and discussion at the Board level. If we make a few minor changes to allow the democratic process to function, the delegates would make a contribution to the decision making.

FINANCIAL

NEVADA: Declining membership, fewer petitions, and continual increases in operating costs all adds up to budgeting problems. The Grand Lodge of Nevada, by resolution adopted in 1985 created an endowment fund which it hopes will alleviate its budgeting problems: RESOLUTIO"l "l0. I - 85 WHEREAS, It is imperative that the annual income of the Grand Lodge should equal or exceed its annual operation expenses; and WHEREAS, It is becoming more difficult each year to present a balanced budget because of continual increases in operating costs and a fixed or shrinking income caused by a constant or diminishing membership, resulting in the necessity for periodic increases in the per capita tax or supplemental voluntary contributions, neither of which is desirable; and WHEREAS, There is little likelihood of alleviating the problem unless a secondary source of income is developed; and WHEREAS, A secondary source of income can be developed by the creation of an endowment fund to be funded by gifts and other subventions, the income from which would be used for general operating expenses, and if sufficient income is developed, to stabilize and then, hopefully, reduce per capita taxes. Now, therefore, be it resolved: That the Nevada Masonic Code be amended by adding a new section, as follows: Section 2.534 Grand Lodge Endowment Fund: Creation; uses. 1. The Endowment Fund of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Nevada is hereby created. Contributions to this fund ARE NOT tax deductible. 2. All gifts and other subventions made to the Grand Lodge Endowment Fund shall be invested and the income generated therefrom used for the following purposes: (a) FIRST priority shall be for use as General Fund operating expenses as requested by the Finance Committee, upon approval by the Trustees. (b) SECOND priority: Should sufficient income be realized, for the reduction of Constituent Lodge per capita taxes, upon approval by the Trustees and the Grand Lodge.

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

25c

(c) THIRD priority: Should sufficient income be realized, contributions may be made to the Grand Lodge Charitable Fund. 3. No disbursements of income shall be made until three (3) years from date of enactment or one (1) year after the balance in this fund is in excess of Twenty Thousand Dollars ($20,000), whichever shall first occur. 4. No officer of the Grand Lodge, any Constituent Lodge or Lodges, or any other body, association, corporation or natural person is deemed to have a pecuniary interest in the Grand Lodge Endowment Fund. 5. If at any time monies remain in the Grand Lodge Endowment Fund when such fund is abolished by action of the Grand Lodge, such remaining monies may only be transferred to the Grand Lodge General Fund and/or the Grand Lodge Charitable Fund.

FIVE MASONIC THOUGHTS

PENNSYLVANIA: This article by the R.W. Grand Master of Pennsylvania was published in a Masonic Culture Handbook issued by the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania, and was reprinted in the Grand Lodge Proceedings. Our Basic Function. The basic function of a Masonic Lodge is to make Master Masons. This does not mean the formality of raising candidates. It extends far beyond that period in the life of a Mason. The task of making Master Masons must be directed toward all of us, those who are Master Masons and those who are in the process of becoming Master Masons. The fruits of our efforts to teach and to learn about Freemasonry, the interest that we show the candidates as we welcome them into the new world of Freemasonry, will be evident in the years to come. If we sow well, we are bound to reap well. Being Well and Duly Prepared. Being "Well and Duly Prepared" is a Masonic expression. Masons understand its significance in the Lodge Rooms. However, they may also interpret it outside the Lodge. No Masons enters even the ground floor of the Lodge unless he is "Well and Duly Prepared." So simple is his dress that it provokes no envy. He is dressed properly for the occasion, and everyone so dressed feels perfectly at ease among his Brethren. No place here for the rich to boast of fine raiment and resplendent jewels, nor for the poor to envy his more fortunate Brother or covet his wealth. Their clothing in each case symbolizes labor and innocence. With hand and brain, each is ready to serve his fellowman; with forbearance and toleration, each is willing to forgive the crude and ignorant everywhere. To carry the symbolism of Masonic investiture still further, every Mason should be clothed in the habiliments of truth. His wardrobe should contain the robe of justice, with which to protect those who, for any reason, have been deprived of their just rights; the mantle of charity, with which to comfort those made destitute, many times by no cause of their own; the tunic of toleration, with which to hide the weakness of the wayward, and help them to the road of recovery; the cloak of mercy, with which to cover the wounded and suffering in mind or body with unstinted sympathy and kindness. These garments are all of genius quality, measured and cut by a Master Tailor. They are serviceable and in good taste on every occasion. They, too may be had without money and without price, and, the man who wears them is truly "properly clothed," and "Well and Duly Prepared" as a Master Mason. Freemasonry is Many Things. Freemasonry is a Story of Life; with all its joys, its heartaches, its failures and its final triumph over all earthly things. Anyone can read it, in countless books. Its teachings, its symbols, and its ambitions, are open for general observation. They are practiced in the light, and held up for all the world to see. Freemasonry is not practiced in the dark, neither are it teachings the dogma of some

26c

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

forbidden cult. We, as Freemasons, are required to reRect the light; to practiced its teachings and love by their direction. No greater thing can be said of Freemasonry than that it is an ideal way of life. No other fraternity offers such profound lessons in its Ritual or Work as does Freemasonry. Each word and each act in the ceremonies of the Lodge carries a true lesson to each of us, if we will but open our eyes to see, our ears to hear and hearts to accept. We can study Freemasonry for years, as we attend its meetings, and each time we stop to think on the things said and done, we get a new meaning and inspiration from them. There is a never-ending source of pleasure in the various shades of meaning that can be read into each line of our work. Each new meaning and interpretation that we put into some word or act will make that passage live for us, and we will begin to see Freemasonry for what it is intended. Great men have devoted many years of study and meditation to the cause of Freemasonry and when their work is finished they realize that they have only begun to see the light and that they have only started to uncover the true meanings of the work. Freemasonry has been talked of and written about by countless men in every country of the world. Its members have been persecuted in all lands at one time or the other, but it still grows and Rourishes as no other fraternity on earth today. There must be something good and great in Freemasonry, for it to stand through the years as a beacon of light to its members and as a symbol of the true way of life for all to see and follow. Its greatness is not due to its secret teachings, it mysteries or fanfare of its deeds, but rather to the profound lessons taught to its members and to the comfort, inspiration and enlightenment brought to all who will but study it. Freemasonry frowns on advertising its good deeds, preferring to let those who benefit from them reRect its goodness, that others might have hope and desire the better things of life. Freemasonry offers comfort to those who sorrow, hope for those who despair, wise counsel for those who err, and the joys and contentment of life to all. Seek and Ye Shall Find. The making of a Freemason consists in a continued course of education, and of character forming. While it may be accepted that it is an innermost desire, followed by obligations that makes one a member of the Craft, yet in a truer form and better sense, a man is never a Freemason until he truthfully and loyally lives up to his obligations. And he cannot do that until he understands them, and eventually knows their scope and real meaning. Freemasonry can very well be divided into many phases. Its landmarks, it customs, its constitution and its laws, just to mention a few, if studied and mastered, can provide a most interesting course for the Master Mason seeking Masonic knowledge. Its historical background can provide an interesting program of investigation to the member attracted to a desire for research. One peculiarity about Freemasonry is that it will stand investigation. The deeper the research, the more extensive the knowledge of its hidden art and mysteries, the more highly it is appreciated. A member of the Craft who merely takes his degrees in a listless, careless sort of manner, and then remains as just a spectator at Lodge meetings, may hold to the opinion that Freemasonry differs little from other societies. To the contrary, the Master Mason who delves deeply into Masonic literature, takes a lively interest in every part of the Ritualistic and lodge Work and learns the origin, meaning and moral bearing of its symbols, cannot possibly fall into such an error. To him Freemasonry has a refining and elevating inRuence not to be found in the ordinary run of organizations. The philosophies of Freemasonry, when discovered and then accepted and practiced, provide that simple but profound solution to the problems of human relationships. May it be accepted that Freemasonry is a way of living to the Master Mason who is interested enough to apprise and value the wealth that is his, and his alone, by virtue of his Masonic Membership.

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

27c

The best informed Master Mason is the Master Mason who reads and studies. Consequently, if we want Freemasonry to be of practical usefulness and cultural attainment, we, as Freemasons, must not neglect our Masonic reading, our Masonic studying and our research for more Masonic Light. Needed: A Knowledge of Freemasonry'. At no time in Masonic history has there been a greater need for understanding of what Freemasonry is and what it stands for than there is today. Much has been left undone in the education of Members of our Lodges. The first essential in Masonic education is that desire to become interested and enthused in Freemasonry followed by a thirst for knowledge as to what Freemasonry is all about. Here is where the instructors can serve well and can influence the candidate in a continuous search for more Masonic Light. The qualifications for instructing are less exciting than may be imagined. What is essential is a basic knowledge of Freemasonry by the instructor. In this day and age, with so many counter attractions, it becomes more evident that greater efforts must be put forth to instruct our new Members in the ideals and fundamentals of Freemasonry. Every Lodge should have a definite program along authentic Masonic educational lines. We must understand what Freemasonry really is before we can practice Freemasonry in our lives. We must remember that Freemasonry is judged by the actions of its individual members. We must set an example to those outside the craft at all times. The need for Masonic knowledge is often evidenced in our Lodges. This can be alleviated where dedicated members qualify as instructors and then serve in teaching the principles and fundamentals of Freemasonry to all who will listen. FOREIGN CORRESPONDENT'S REPORT

WISCONSIN: PGM Kenneth W. Shannon, Foreign Correspondent, presented this informative report to Grand Lodge on the activities and concerns of other Grand Jurisdictions: I have appreciated the opportunity to serve as Foreign Correspondent during this past year. My review of many publications received from other Grand Jurisdictions permits a reflection upon the broad activities and interests in our Fraternity throughout the world. This report permits me to share some general and specific items with each of you. It is interesting to note the similarities of concerns which many jurisdictions have expressed which are quite close to those of us in Wisconsin, particularly: decline in membership, promotion of activities at the local lodge level, suspension for non-payment of dues, increased education through leadership and correspondence training courses, lack of attendance, ability of Masons to share our beliefs and interests with non-Masons, and what can be told to a non-Mason and what constitutes solicitation. These are some particular items regarding suspension: OHIO - Dues are to be paid in advance by the date of election of officers in November of each year. A member is suspended if dues are not paid by the end of February, but he is reinstated if he pays his dues by the end of May. If not paid by the end of May, he is indefinitely suspended NPD. INDIANA - Dues are payable in advance and the member is delinquent if they are not paid by January 1. A special committee is appointed to investigate on March 1. Unmasonic conduct charges are preferred if not paid by May 1. If not properly resolved, the member is suspended at the stated meeting in June. PHILIPPINES- The Grand Master issued an Edict that any Mason who unjustifiably

28c

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

fails to attend at least three stated meetings of his lodge within a twelve month period shall be subject to suspension. The Worshipful Master of the lodge is charged with determining (a) whether or not the absences are due to justifiable reasons and (b) the duration of the suspension. Some other items of interest: ENGLAND - The Grand Master commented on another exposure or attack upon Freemasonry and questioned the desirability of maintaining their traditional posture of being largely unresponsive. As a result of a review by the Board of General Purposes, the United Grand Lodge published a leaflet, "What is Freemasonry." It was reported that this is the first time since the Grand Lodge was founded in 1717 that they have published a document that can be given to non-Masons. NEW YORK - The Grand Lodge has been promoting financial support from Masons throughout the United States toward the fund to restore the Statute of Liberty. The goal was set at $3.5 million, or approximately $1 from each U.S. Mason. It was recently reported that over $1 million has been received. PENNSYLVANIA - Activities continue on Project Solomon II, the rebuilding of Freemasonry in Pennsylvania. Of particular interest was a gathering of Masons, their families and friends in the Hersheypark Arena. More than 7,000 attended. More than 2,700 people were turned away when the demand for tickets exceeded the seating capacity. The evening was capped with a candle lighting ceremony starting from the Grand Master to all in the arena, who had been given candles when they entered. My review shows that there are many active Masons who are dedicated to making our fraternity a significant organization in their jurisdiction. The concerns stated above are being addressed with principal effort toward improving the local lodges. By recognizing these concerns and by taking positive steps, these Masons are committed to promoting our great heritage for a better future. FOREIGN GRAND LODGES

The Committee on Fraternal Relations of the Grand Lodge of South Carolina gave the following report on Foreign Grand Lodges: BELGIUM

The Grand Lodge Reguilier de Belgium has now been recognized by 82 regular Grand Lodges around the world. Only six Grand Lodges in the United States are the remaining ones in North America which have not extended recognition, since all Canadian and Mexican Grand Lodges have now granted recognition. BRAZIL

Last year it was reported that the Grand Lodge of Guanabara had been excluded from the Confederation of Brazilian Grand Lodges. This was caused when the state of Guanabara was annexed to the State of Rio de Janeiro when the capital moved to Brasilia. As a result there were two Grand Lodges located in the State of Rio de Janeiro. M.W. Brother Max Haser, Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Rio Grande do Sui, reports that problems have now been resolved and the two Grand Lodges have merged into one Grand Lodge named the United Grand Lodge of the State of Rio de Janeiro. CUBA

The Grand Lodge of Cuba continues to work as in previous years "free from governmental control" and conforms to "the strictest Masonic rules," according to M.W. Brother Carlos M. Pinerio. The Grand Lodge still occupies and controls five floors of its building in Havana (3rd, 4th, 5th, lIth and 12th), the Assembly room, the Museum, the library, lodge rooms and offices are on these floors. We commend our Cuban Brethren for their dedication to the principles of Freemasonry.

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

29c

IRA!\"

As reported last year this Grand Lodge has been completely destroyed. Many of the Iranian Brethren have taken up residence in the United States and Canada. Again if you have questions regarding the membership of one of these Brethren in exile, you are encouraged to clear the authenticity of their membership through the Grand Secretary's Office. ITALY

The Grand Orient of Italy appears to be recovering slowly from the P-2 Scandal which nearly destroyed it in 1981. Their Annual Meeting was held in Rome on March 27 and 28 with new officers being elected and installed. Their new Grand Master, M.W. Brother Corona, a 61 year old Sardinian physician, was reported in newspaper interviews as saying that Italian Masons needed to continue to battle against the "deviation of some secret lodges," and to maintain a clear division between Italian Politics and Masonry. SPAIN

The Grand Lodge of Spain in now chartered by the Grand Lodge Nationale of France. For many years there were ten lodges in Spain which were constituent Lodges under GLNF. These ten lodges with six others now compose the Grand Lodge of Spain. This new Grand Lodge's officers were installed in an impressive ceremony on November 6, 1982, attended by officers of the GLNF, Regular Grand Lodge of Belgium and the United Grand Lodge of Germany. Again the Fraternal Correspondent would encourage all Grand Representatives to correspond with their counterparts in other Grand Jurisdictions and share new and innovated ideas with the members of this Grand Jurisdiction. It is through communications that we learn and through sharing that we grow.

FRATERNAL RELATIONS

MICHIGAN; The Committee on Fraternal Relations studied correspondence between the Grand Lodge of Michigan and several foreign Grand Lodges and recommended courses of action when considered advisable. The committee report is interesting as well as informative. THEGRANDELOGEDUGABO~

A letter from the Grande Loge du Gabon, Libreville, Gabon, dated April 6, 1984, requesting recognition as a Regular Grand Lodge was referred to this Committee for investigation and recommendation. The Commission on Information for Recognition of the Grand Masters Conference held in Seattle, Washington, February 21, 1984, in their report to the Conference, stated in part; "In June of 1977 Grand Lodge Nationale Francaise (GLNF) consecrated two constituent lodges in Libreville, the Capital of Gabon. Both Lodges worked in French using the English Emulation ritual. Subsequently four additional Lodges were chartered, and in 1980 the GLNF established a District Grand Lodge in Gabon with the President of the Republic of Gabon as the District Grand Master. At the request of the District Grand Master and after due consideration the GLNF decided to sponsor the establishment of a Grand Lodge of Gabon. On November 12, 1983, Grand Master Jean Mons of the GLNF consecrated the new Grand Lodge of Gabon and installed its Grand Lodge officers with the President of Gabon, Brother Omar Bongo, as M.W. Grand Master. Brother R. L. Dillard, Jr., Secretary of the Commission, at the invitation of Grand Master Monts, attended the cer-

30c

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

emonies as an observer. The Commission is of the opinion that the Grand Lodge of Gabon having been established in accordance with the standards of the Commission is regular and entitled to recognition. Your Committee has also been assured by the Grande Loge du Gabon of its keen desire to enter into fraternal relations with the Grand Lodge of Michigan, and that it is "traditional" in every way. Therefore: It is the recommendation of your Committee that the Grande Loge du Gabon (Grand Lodge of Gabon) be recognized as a Regular Grand Lodge, and that all appropriate actions required to implement this Recognition be carried out as soon as possible. GEI\'ERAL

A letter was received from the Grand Lodge of Cuba, Havana, Cuba, regarding the so-called "Grand Lodge of Cuba" in Miami, Florida. They state, "We wish you to know that this Grand Lodge was declared irregular and an invader of territory in the last meeting held by the Confederation Masonica Inter-Americana (at their meeting) in Puerto Rico, March 12-15, 1984." This confirms the opinion previously reported by your Committee on this subject. Michigan Masons are well advised to have no Masonic Intercourse with anyone claiming Masonic membership through "The Grand Lodge of Cuba in Miami." A copy of a letter was received from Goethe Lodge, Paris, France, to the Grand Lodge Nationale Francaise announcing its withdrawal from their Jurisdiction for a variety of reasons and allegations. As this was considered to be a situation concerning that Grand Lodge only, no action was recommended on this matter. Letters from two purported "Grand Lodges" in Italy were received, each protesting the actions of the Grand Orient of Italy, and claiming to be the only, "Grand Lodge" in Italy worthy of recognition as such. In their report given to the Conference of Grand Masters of Masons in North America on February 18, 1985, the Commission on Information for Recognition discussed the present situation in Italian Masonry and reported that, in its opinion, the present Grand Lodge (The Grand Orient of Italy) is operating in a Masonically proper manner, and rejects the claims of the other groups. An anonymous letter raising a variety of questions over the alleged use of the Masonic Temple in Berlin, Germany, by "a Female Grand Lodge" was received. Our policy is to disregard all anonymous mail, hence no consideration was given to it. BELGIUM

The Grande Loge Reguliere De Belgique, has now been recognized by all of the Grand Lodges in the United States except one and by a total of 96 Grand Lodges in the world. Although it is still small in membership, it continues to grow with careful selection of its candidates. LEBANON

During the last year several inquiries have been made about various organizations in Lebanon claiming to be Masonic. The Commission on Information for Recognition has advised those inquiring that the only regular Masonry in Lebanon is represented by the Constituent Lodges of the Grand Lodge of New York and the Grand Lodge of Scotland.

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

31c

FUNERAL SERVICES

PENNSYLVANIA: James K. Thompson, Instructor of Ritual, made the following reference to action being taken to formulate a special Masonic funeral service: The R.W. Grand Master seeing the need for a Masonic Funeral Service to be performed in instances where the remains or ashes of a deceased brother are not physically available, as in cases such as plane crashes, fires, missing in action, lost at sea and similar instances, has directed that a suitable and fitting ceremony be drafted. The Instructor of Ritualistic Work, with the aid and assistance of the Regional Instructors and the guidance of the R.W. Grand Master, will presently submit a text for such Funeral Service for the R.W. Grand Master's consideration and approval. When finally approved by him, he has directed that it be included in the existing booklet now in use by the Lodges for Funeral Services.

THE LAMBSKIN APRON

SASKATCHEWAN: This interesting article on "The Lambskin Apron, The Badge of a Mason" appeared in the 1985 proceedings of the Grand Lodge of Saskatchewan but did not name the author: To the uninitiated or profane there is a mystery surrounding the wearing of the Apron. And if you do not join Masonry, you are among the privileged few! We hear some brother say, "There is nothing of mystery to Masonry," and yet we know there is among Masons that MYSTIC TIE, deep and unexplainable, which binds us together in a common understanding of brotherly love and devotion. And we can readily go back to the time when we received our apron and with it those words, "It is an emblem of innocence and the badge of a Mason." This apron, the badge of a Mason, means more to the wearer than the profane can ever know. But the world must know a Mason, not alone by the insignia he may wear, but by many other outward qualities which mark his standing in his community. Without some mark of distinction or insignia a Mason looks the same as any other man on the street of your town or mine, but, heeding the admonition given with the presentation of the apron, Masons have many ways to indicate to the world that they are of the Craft, and that they wear many badges of recognition. A Mason will be a good citizen, and that is one of his badges. He will be a good friend and neighbor, seeing that none go in want if in his power to assist, and that is the badge of a Mason. He should contribute of his time and substance to the various civic activities of his community and endeavour to keep its standards high, and in so doing he also displays the badge of a Mason. He should be patriotic in a sincere way, showing respect for his flag, and church, and obeying the laws of the country in which he resides, thereby stamping himself as a good citizen and a Mason. He should love God and keep His Commandments, support the churches and the great work they are doing, and that is the badge of a Mason; and so we could go on indefinitely indicating the many ways a Masons may be distinguished. All men do not think alike; therefore Masonry through the many facets of its gems opens many avenues or thought to its members. Whatever line of thought the individual may pursue, he must remember that the world recognizes him as a Mason and a citizen by the various badges that he may display. Our English brethren prefer to display their badges and be recognized as Masons by reputation, rather than by wearing a badge on their lapels or otherwise. To become a Mason and wear or display the badge of a Mason brings a great responsibility, and that it should be only worn with honour so long as the wearer himself is honourable! It has been beautifully said that the life of a man is laid down in the loom of time, the pattern of which only God knows. As the weaver throws the shuttle back and forth,

32c

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

so the life of the individual is lived, and finally when the finished garment is held up for inspection, it will be found necessary that there be both light and dark thread, that the pattern may be beautiful in its completion. And so the individual Mason by his action displays the many badges by which he may be known, and thereby his life becomes richer as the beauties of the degrees and symbols of Masonry are unfolded to him. It is the essence of learning, just as time in the building of a character brings forth beauty of the thought behind that character. So may we then learn to display, not only to our brothers in Masonry but to the outside world, the many badges that a Mason is privileged to wear, but more particularly the white leathren lambskin apron! As Red Skelton would say, GOD BLESS.

MASONIC CALENDAR AND RULES FOR MASONIC DATES

NEVADA: This interesting listing appeared on the flyleaf of the 1985 proceedings of the Grand Lodges of Nevada: MASONIC CALENDAR

ANCIENT CRAFT MASONS commence their era with the creation of the world, calling it ANNO LUCIS (A.L.) "in the year of the light." ROYAL ARCH MASONS date from the year the second temple was commenced by Zerubbabel, ANNO INVENTIONIS (A.L.) "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.O.) "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 BONNEFACIO (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 MASONS - Add 4000 years to the common era. Thus: 1985 and 4000-5985 ROYAL ARCH - Add 530 years to the vulgar year. Thus: 1985 and 530-2415 ROYAL AND SELECT MASONS - Add 1000 years to the common era. Thus: 1985 and 1000-2985 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR - From the Christian era take 1118. Thus: 1118 from 1985867 ORDER OF HIGH PRIESTHOOD - To the Christian era add 1913, the year of Blessing. Thus: 1985 and 1913-3898 SCOTTISH RITE - Add 3760 years to the common year. Thus: 1985 and 37605745. After September add another year.

MASONIC EDUCATION

MAINE: The committee on Masonic Education and Lodge Service conducts a very ambitious and active program of education and service for the lodges as reflected in its report to Grand Lodge: For the Committee on Masonic Education and Lodge Service, the past year has been one of experimentation, evaluation, organization and renewed effort to assist the Craft in meeting Masonic challenges in this era of challenges. Again, three major objectives have been paramount in the labors of this Committee

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

33e

and its District Representatives: namely, Masonic education for new Masons and members with longer standing, sound training in Masonic leadership and the support of those programs of service by which the tenets of Freemasonry may become a reality. TRAINING PROGRAMS

We have held two area seminars and four district-cluster meetings. We have also participated in the formulation and presentation of the twenty-four District Educational Schools. These two seminars were the Committee's first attempt to present extensive training in leadership, lodge program organization and motivational theory. The mode of presentation for these two seminars was purposefully different, thus giving the Committee a better grasp of effective means for presenting future seminars. The Committee is indebted to Wor. Brother Carl Trynor for conducting the seminar held in Auburn and for his counsel and the expertise given to the Committee. Special thanks also go to the members of the Committee and to Brother and Dr. Theodore Vrooman, who joined in presenting the seminar held in Bangor. The district-cluster meetings were designed to give fuller explanation and demonstrations of our revised education program for candidates and new Master Masons. The work of the demonstration team, headed by R W. Bro. Wilbur Loveitt and staffed by brethren of District Fourteen, illustrates what can be accomplished by such demonstrations. The increasing cooperation and coordination of the Committee's efforts and those of the Grand Lecturer and his Assistants has been evident in the planning and presentation of the District Educational Schools. This united effort has been achieved through the energy and dedication of our Grand Lecturer, R.W. James Coolong and the Assistant Grand Lecturers, District Deputies and the District Representatives, all of whom have ably shouldered their responsibilities. PUBLICAnONS

R W. Brothers Clyde Ross and Charles Plummer, together with the Committee Chairman, have revised The Instructors Manual. This revised draft has been read by M.W. Brothers Charles Crossland and Roger White, acting as editorial readers. This manual is being printed. A Lodge Officers Manual has been published and distributed to masters and wardens of the lodges within this Jurisdiction. This excellent tool is the work of R. W. Brothers Reginald Wing and James Coolong. RW. Brother Reggie's service to the Craft in the producing of this manual extends beyond its compilation. Through his efforts the manual was printed at very small cost to the Grand Lodge. R.W. Brothers Charles Plummer, James Coolong and Reginald Wing are presently working on a Guidefor District Deputies. At this time a preliminary guide has been printed. This guide will greatly assist new District Deputies in preparing for the duties of their office while providing a format for coordination of the efforts between the Deputies and other Grand Lodge Officers. The Committee has continued to publish its bi-monthly newsletter, Parallel Lines. This newsletter is now being mailed to the District Deputies, Assistant Grand Lecturers and the District Representatives. The newsletter will continue to be the Committee's communicator in our effort to establish a team effort among the field officers of Grand Lodge. SURVEYS

As fellows of the Craft, the members of this Committee have endeavored to present an attentive ear to the perceived needs of the brethren as well as offer an instructive tongue. Two surveys, designed by RW. Bro. Charles Plummer, and widely distributed by the District Deputies and District Representatives, have been conducted this year. The first survey polled lodge officers, to find the areas of lodge leadership and motivational training most desired. The results of this survey have been compiled by the

34c

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

Committee and will be utilized in planning future seminars and schools. The second survey, which is still in progress, is designed to give data on the effect of our revised program in candidate and. new Master Mason education. SPECIAL PROGRAMS

( 1) Masonic Education for the Candidates and New Master Masons:

Evaluative data collected thus far demonstrates that wherever this program is being provided, whether in part or in whole, the benefits to both individuals and the Craft are great. While much is left to be done in promoting this program, in providing greater support and in the training of instructors, an important fact has been established. A growing dedication to the Fraternity is awakened wherever candidates have been assisted in a search for understanding amidst a fellowship of concerned brethren. (2) Advanced Masonic Education:

The Advanced Masonic Education Program is under the direction of RW. Bro. Ernest Curtis. Four districts have established this program: the 9th District with R.W. Bro. Arthur Frieder serving as coordinator; the 14th District with RW. Bro. Raymond Boyden coordinator; the 19th District with R.W. Bro. Stephen Kemp coordinator, and the 23rd District with Robert Damon as coordinator. The 14th and 19th Districts have now completed the first cycle of study topics. Attendance at these advanced study groups has been excellent, with a high figure of sixty brethren. Average attendance for the five meetings held in the 14th District was 36. RW. Brother Ernie presented thirtytwo certificates to brothers having attended all five meetings in the present cycle. The Committee expresses its gratitude to the following brothers who have acted as presentors: M.W. Bros. Paul Powers (philosophy), M. Donald Gardner Uurisprudence) and Charles Glassmire (jurisprudence and leadership); R.W. Bros. Alfred Neff (symbolism), Ernest Curtis Uurisprudence and history), John Anagnostis (philosophy) and W. Bro. Wallace Gage (history). (3) Lodges in Action and Care and Share Programs:

These excellent and promising programs have been developed by R.W. Bro. Edwin George, and have been placed under his direction with the support of the members of the Committee. R.W. Brother Ed's own report will cover the service and the progress of these programs. (4) Youth Support:

The Committee's coordination with undertakings in support of DeMolay and Rainbow is under the direction of RW. Wilbur Loveitt, whose service to the Craft and to youth has been Herculean. RW. Brother Wilbur has asked the District Representatives to organize visitations to DeMolay chapters and Rainbow assemblies and to encourage these youth organizations to present work in our Lodges. Reports from the District Representatives show that these suggestions have been carried out where possible and with much appreciated results. (5) Masonic Resources and Lodge Program Materials: R. W. Bro. John Anagnostis has been directing this phase of our service to the Lodges. Besides organizing our Speakers Bureau, R.W. Brother John has been writing a feature for the Maine Mason as part of our attempt to keep Masons informed of programatic materials and sources of Masonic information. (6) Coordination and Effective Teamwork: In our last committee meeting, considerable time was spent in analyzing and planning more effective means of uniting the labors of the District Representatives with those of the District Deputies and other Grand Lodge officers. As a result of these deliberations, a much more structured description of the District Representative's duties has been developed. R. W. Bros. Clyde Ross and Wilbur Loveitt are presently developing further recommendations to be submitted to the Grand Master.

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

35e

RECO~fME'"DATfO:-.J

The Committee submits the following recommendation for consideration by Grand Lodge: Serious consideration be given to the need for a Grand Lodge Education and Lodge Service Officer who would work closely with lodge officers and educational coordinators and instructors under the direction of this Committee. COMMENDATIONS

In conclusion of this report, we express our gratitude to the Grand Master, the Grand Secretary and the Grand Lodge office staff for their help and support. We would also like to express our thanks and high praise to the District Representatives who have given their full and indispensable support to our programs and to the District Deputies and many other brothers who have joined in these undertakings. Our expression of appreciation must be extended outside this Grand Jurisdiction to the Masonic Service Association and to Macoy Publishing Company, which have donated materials and books for display at our area seminars. With our continued thanks for the opportunity of serving the Craft within this ancient and Noble Fraternity - and with the conviction that the impossible becomes possible when the hearts of men are changed.

MASTER CALENDAR

NEVADA: The Grand Master appointed a Coordinating Committee to explore the possibility of developing a Master Calendar of major dates and meetings of all Masonic organizations in Nevada. The plan was shelved for the current year because most of the organizations had their programs firmed up and coordination would have been difficult, if not completely impossible. This year the M.W. Grand Master appointed this committee, as a trial balloon, to get the feel of all Masonic affiliated groups in Nevada as to their interest in developing a Master Calendar of major dates and meetings. He also felt that by drawing all these groups together and talking to them he could promote a closeness in Nevada Masonry and its affiliated orders. We held a meeting on February 9, 1985 and invited each group to send a representative. The meeting was well attended with representatives of Grand Chapter O.E.S., Grand Assembly Rainbow for girls, Masters and Wardens of Southern Nevada, Kerak Shrine, Royal Order of Jesters, Beauceant, Red Cross of Constantine, White Shrine, and Grand York Rite Bodies. Everyone thought it was a good idea and some agreed to send in a list of their dates, etc. to be placed on the calendar. This effort fell somewhat short however, with Miss Hambidge, W.G.A. of Rainbow sending in the only complete schedule. We did acquire some other dates but everyone agreed that most dates were set by this time and coordinating anything this year was impossible. In spite of all, however, interest in the whole concept was high, especially in the Masters and Wardens Association of Southern Nevada. And if Grand Masters of the future would desire to work along these lines perhaps a real program could develop. It is an interesting idea and possibly could eliminate some of the many conflicts that now confront our organization. This committee thanks the Grand Master for his interest and expresses our regret that more could not be done. We would strongly urge that something like this be attempted in the future.

MASTER RITUALS

ARIZONA: The Grand Lecturer made this report on Ritual-Masonic Service and Education Committee Seminars, and the use of the Master Ritual and Key Ritual books:

36c

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

A series of Ritual-Masonic Service and Education Committee Seminars was proposed and a suggested date and host Lodge was sent to each Area Representative. I am pleased to report that every Area had a Seminar and 56 Lodges had representatives in attendance. Only three Seminars had to be rescheduled because of local conflicts, but the Area Representatives were extremely cooperative and the success of this program, this year, is due to their efforts. The Master Ritual was at each of the Seminars and it was delivered to II Deputies for practice sessions in their Districts. No conflicts occurred which substantiates the argument for not having more Master Rituals for this purpose. 1,000 Key Rituals were printed this year and there are now more than 3,000 Key Books outstanding. Concern arises when changes are adopted and possibly greater control over Key Ritual distribution should be considered. Masters should be cognizant of this and endeavor to collect Key Books of deceased Masons and also not allow corrections to be written in books of previous printings.

MEMBERSHIP

BRO. RALPH A. HERBOLD, editor of the SCRL Fraternal Review, reprinted in his Review No. 501, dated January 1, 1986, this interesting article entitled "The New Majority," by L. L. Walker, Jr., from the Summer 1985 Texas Freemason: "A study by the Congressional Office of Technology Assessment has determined that for the first time in the history of our nation people over 65 outnumber teenagers. Further, they conclude that by the year 2025 the margin will increase to more than 2to-I. "Such facts have vast implications for manufacturers and merchandisers of all manner of consumer goods. For the past several decades cars, music, clothing, gadgetry, all have been marketed primarily with the young in mind. In a very real sense, the young have piped and their elders have danced to their tune. "If the study conclusions are valid, it will take neither manufacturers nor merchandisers long to realize the changing nature of the American market. What changes will take place is anyone's guess, but we may be sure that change will come about. "Any words addressed to this subject from a Masonic point of view must necessarily take into consideration how this shiftin~ of the a~e balance will affect our fraternity for we well know that whatever happens to our people as a whole must happen to those of us who are Masons. "Barring some catastrophic occurrence affectin~ our entire nation, the evidence of the predicted change will appear very rapidly. The report credited sharp reductions in death rates from heart disease and strokes in the past fifteen years for the sharply reduced mortality rates among the elderly. The report then went on to say: 'Death rates fell more sharply during this period than during any 15-year period in U.S. history. More than half of the improvement in life expectancy for the elderly since 1950 occurred in the past decade.' All this would suggest that we have not long to wait for proof of the agency's predications. "We are aware that the curve of American Masonic membership has been trending downward for the past twenty years or so. We are aware, too, that these have been the years of Viet Nam, flower children, campus unrest, hard rock and hard drugs. To what extent each of these social phenomonen has had its effect upon the decline of Masonic membership it it not possible to say, for no competent investigator has yet undertaken to find out. One need not be a scholar, however, to conclude that the men of this moment, those up to the age of forty, who are not coming forward as candidates for the Mysteries of Freemasonry are those of our population whose lives and whose personal outlook on life have been most colored by the events of the 'Viet Nam era.' "The traditional source of candidates being thus effectively foreclosed by these sociological and psychological forces - forces quite beyond Masonry's control - growth

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

37c

at the source is precluded for the present. In a sense, we have lost an entire generation from the ranks of Masonry. Whether there will yet be such a change in our nation's mores as to cause these same men to turn to Masonry in future years is an imponderable. Even if that should eventuate, the average age of the men thus becoming Masons would be substantially higher than it has been in the past. To the extent that such would give evidence of mature reflection and earnest commitment, it would be all to the good. "In the meantime, however, the increasing longevity which now causes the over-65 Americans to out-number their teenage contemporaries, together with the dearth of petitions from men of eligible age, causes the average Masonic Lodge to be a society of aging men, unleavened by the influx of the young. When, too, if our nation's birth rate should continue to decline, this fact will serve to increase the imbalance between the young and the old, to say nothing of reducing the number of young men who should be the potential candidates for Masonry two decades from now. "There can be no argument with such facts. Masonry cannot pretend that everything is just as it was forty years ago. The problem now posed is the problem which must be addressed by the Masonic establishment if Masonry is to continue to serve any useful purpose and not fall victim to its own frustrations. The great philosopher, Satchel Paige, is supposed to have said 'Don't never look back, it might be gaining on you.' As an institution, Masonry has already pursued that philosophy too long. The time has come when the Craft must turn and look the problem squarely in the face. The time has come when we must acknowledge facts and then determine what we can with dignity and good sense do about it."

NEWSLETTER

SOUTH CAROLINA: The Grand Master of Masons in South Carolina made these comments on the results of the first Lodge Newsletter contest conducted in that jurisdiction: Tonight at the Grand Lodge Banquet we will present the first award for the best Lodge Newsletter published in 1984. I trust that this will become an annual award to be presented at the Grand Lodge Banquet. I am very pleased with the many entrees to this contest and know that it will grow in numbers within the next few years. Lodge Newsletters are a vital source of communication, especially in the present era of Freemasonry in South Carolina. We have encouraged better communication between Grand Lodge and the Subordinate lodges. Likewise it is most important that the Subordinate lodges have better communication with its members, that they may be better informed Masons. The selection of the winner was not an easy task. The chairman of this committee has assured me that the committee spent many hours in making this selection. The real highlight of this award, however, will be for whom the award is named. I can assure you that every Mason in South Carolina will be pleased when they hear the name of the honoree, for no one is more deserving then this truly distinguished Mason.

NONPAYMENT OF DUES

SOUTH CAROLINA: The Grand Master made the following recommendation with regard to N.P.D. in Blue Lodges. Last year I as Grand Master issued an Edict which made it a Masonic offense to be N.P.D. in the Blue Lodge and current in the Appendant Bodies of Freemasonry. This Edict has proven to be successful with many reinstating in their Lodges. I recommend that this Edict become law in this Grand Jurisdiction.

PARROTING

CALIFORNIA: This interesting observation on ritual proficiencies was

38c

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

extracted from a paper which appeared in the Southern California Research Lodge Fraternal Review No. 511, under the caption "A thought provoking item from the Trestleboard of Culver City-Foshay Lodge No. 467." "One day a sailor walked into a water front pet shop, observed a parrot with a ribbon hanging from each leg, and asked the clerk what would happen ifhe tugged at a ribbon. 'Go ahead, try one,' was the answer. He did. The parrot recited the Gettysburg Address. A tug of the second ribbon produced the 23rd Psalm. 'What would happen if I tug at both ribbons?' the sailor asked. The parrot drew himself to his full height, glared at the sailor and answered, 'I'd fall on my arse, you darned fooll' " "Could it be that we Masons are guilty of becoming parrots - memorizing and mouthing words meaninglessly to satisfy our proficiencies and our officer qualifications? Laudable as those achievements may be (who has not sat down with a tremendous sigh of relief after each Masonic hurdle was cleared?), proving oneself a 'good' parrot obviously in no way proves oneself a Mason - let alone a 'good' Mason. There just has to be something more to Freemasonry for it to have survived over centuries, often under vicious attack. " 'Parroting' is both the strength and the weakness of Freemasonry, as we practice it. Its strength is its purity, beauty, tenets and universality over the centuries. Its weakness is that apparently too many Brothers view it as the end product - instead of the means to the end. The end, or purpose, of course is that we UNDERSTAND and PRACTICE Masonic concepts taught. No more; no less. Chairs, committees, honors and additional degrees cannot make such a man more of a Mason."

PREPAID LIFE MEMBERSHIPS

NEVADA: The Grand Secretary reported the following statistics on Prepaid Life Memberships in Nevada: On October 3 I, I 985 there were 595 members in our Prepaid Life Membership Plan. They represent a total of $226,707.00 being held on deposit for the Constituent Lodges. As of January I, 1985, the combined interest return from these invested funds resulted in interest payments to the Lodges of $25,557.56. The Life Membership funds are invested in Time Certificates of Deposit at First Interstate Bank of Nevada, California Federal Savings and Loan, First Federal Savings and Loan, a NOW account at First Federal Savings and Loan, Federal Land Bank Debentures, a FNMA Certificate at First Interstate Bank of Nevada and United States Treasury Notes.

PRESERVING MASONIC LIGHT

NORTH CAROLINA: The following oration on "Preserving Masonic Light" was delivered by W. Bro. Frederick G. Speidel, Grand Orator of the Grand Lodge of North Carolina: In recent years I have heard and read a number of times that if the losses of membership in Freemasonry continue at the present rate that Masonry will cease to exist by the year 2000. Anyone making that statement is exhibiting a lack of awareness of the past history of Freemasonry, and also that is not the type of remark that is designed to inspire the present grass-roots membership toward deeds of more exalted usefulness. If all Grand Lodges lose thousands of members each year, it would indicate that Masonry could disappear eventually. But history clearly shows us that it will not cease to exist. In the early 1830s, in the United States, we had the so-called Morgan incident, where Masons were credited with the disappearance of William Morgan of Batavia, N.Y. An anti-Masonic movement spread throughout the country and was the cause for the

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

39c

formation of an anti-Masonic political party which exhibited some strength in the next Presidential election. During that period it was extremely unpopular to be a Mason. This movement was primarily overcome by the reputation and performance of exPresident Andrew Jackson, a M.W. Past Grand Master of Tennessee and a Most Excellent Past Grand High Priest of their Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons, who steadfastly upheld the honorable, ethical, virtuous, and moral nature of the fraternity. During the period of unrest a great number of Masonic organizations went underground and many of them never recovered. It took several decades for the furor to subside, and by that time hundreds of Blue Lodges had ceased to exist in the United States. However, when reason had been restored, the Grand Lodge and the affiliated Masonic organizations continued to expand their membership and had become a strong, viable organization by the end of the 19th century. There is no better example of the inherent strengths that exist in Freemasonry than the experience of the German Masons under the Nazi regime in the 1930's and 40's. Freemasonry was proscribed by the Nazi government. The lodge buildings were expropriated by the government. Lodge funds and equipment were confiscated and, similar to the previous American example, the membership went underground. In 1934, prior to the proscription, one of the German Grand Lodges elected to wear a little Forget-Me-Not pin as the mark of a Mason in lieu of the square and compasses. This fact was not advertised but kept securely within the fraternity. Throughout the entire Nazi era, this little blue flower in a lapel marked a brother Mason. In the Concentration Camps and in the cities, this little pin proclaimed to the initiated that there still existed those who refused to allow the Light of Freemasonry to be extinguished. At no time during that period did this practice come to the attention for the Gestapo or to the secret informers. In most of the lodges in Germany today, the ForgetMe-Not is presented to new Master Masons, at which time its history is explained. At this time, Freemasonry in the United States has no organized resistance. There is no valid reason why we should have losses in membership other than the changing values of our time, and/or a lack of dedication, or lack of knowledge, or enthusiasm within our membership. Thousands of members in North Carolina really feel the tenets of Freemasonry in their hearts. Thousands more would be in this condition if we all made an effort to contact them and assist them in gaining more knowledge. We have mentioned the changing values of our time. Must Freemasonry make some changes to compensate, to compete, to survive? The documented history of mankind encompasses a period of approximately 5000 years. Up until 150 years ago no man traveled faster than 35 mph (by horseback). In the past 150 years, radical changes have occurred with a frequency that has been unbelievable. For all practical purposes we now have instant communication between most of the individuals on Earth. Man has traveled at speeds of 5 times that of sound within our atmosphere and at speeds of approximately 29,000 mph in outer space. Can Freemasonry compete by doing everything the way we did it 100 years ago? I do not believe so. If the complete span of the history of mankind were recorded on a clock face comprising one hour, only the past 3 minutes represents the modern era. We have to accelerate or smarten-up our operation. We must simplify our methods. We do not have to take short cuts. We only need to become more efficient. We have to work toward the "bottom line" more efficiently. We have to cut out the fat around the middle. We have to keep our attention on the "top line" to keep our program pure and undefiled. The main areas of our operation that we must develop are in improving the leadership capabilities of our members and greatly improving the level of education of everyone of our members. Many Masonic leaders in the United States resist change, but history clearly shows that Freemasonry has made many changes over the centuries as social, technological, and economic conditions change.

40c

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

Modern Freemasonry, as we know it, begins with the formal organization of the first Grand Lodge of England in 1717. In 1797, Bristol Lodge in Massachusetts established a number of Regulations for the government of the Lodge. Among them were these, "No liquor shall be brought into the lodge except by order of the Master." And this one, "Fighting is prohibited during the opening, or within thirty minutes of the closing of the lodge." These regulations tell us more by what they omit than what they state. We would not have such written regulations in our lodges today because times have changed and our general regulations, tenets, and stated principals obviate the need for them. Times have changed. As we plan to modernize our programs, we must keep our Masonic Principles and Tenets in mind, not to mention the need to practice them! Brotherly Love, Relief, and Truth. Practice them. The four cardinal virtues, Temperance, Fortitude, Prudence, and Justice, practice them! The Ancient Charges will limit our decisions so that we do not stray too far from the historic direction that Freemasonry has always followed. These will guide our thinking and keep us within due bounds as we make our plans for the future. Our planners must have a strong Masonic Education as they make the decisions necessary to guide Freemasonry into the 21 st Century. They have to be guided by the aforementioned principles, and a firm grasp of Masonic History, so that we do not make the same mistakes twice.

PRINCE HALL MASONRY

WISCONSIN: For a number of years the Grand Lodge of Wisconsin had had a committee on Prince Hall Fraternal Relations. This year the committee reported: In the report submitted last year, 5 areas of joint activity with Prince Hall were identified. The following status report for the Masonic year 1984-85 is provided with respect to progress on these items. The items are: 1. A review of the respective positions of the 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. 3. Initiate steps to consider developing strategy toward overcoming differences in our respective positions. 5. The continued exploration of areas where joint social or common community activities would be mutually beneficial. In response to the above 3 areas, the following has occurred. Although authorized by the Grand Lodge to extend the offer to charter Prince Hall Lodges by the Grand Lodge of Wisconsin, the offer was not officially sent because of discussion in committee with Prince Hall which indicates the positions on this issue have not changed, and a response to a formal offer would be the same as last year. The positions as defined are: The Grand Lodge of Wisconsin has offered and continues that offer to charter Prince Hall Grand Lodges within the Grand Lodge of Wisconsin jurisdiction. Prince Hall Grand Lodge requests the Grand Lodge of Wisconsin extend formal recognition to the Prince Hall Grand Lodge in Wisconsin. Both Grand Lodge Fraternal Relations Committees, and we believe, the Grand Masters, fully understand the reasons for these respective positions. Our meetings this year have been directed at establishing the next steps to address the resolution of these issues. On June 16, 1984 our Committees met and agreed that we have achieved a level of understanding at the Committee level which pointed toward the need to develop such an understanding within our respective local lodge "grass roots" level before we could successfully resolve these issues. Both Committees agreed to try and find volunteer lodges to try having local non-tiled joint social activities as a way to start towards that

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

41c

understanding. We also agreed not to publicize these local activities out of a joint concern that such publicity might adversely affect such local activities pro or con. To be successful, these local activities must be genuine and originate at the local level, and not be forced. The Fraternal Relation committees hosted an introduction dinner for the officers of a Wisconsin F. & A.M. Lodge and a Prince Hall F. & A.M. Lodge on December 27, 1984 to cerebrate the Festival of St. John the Evangelist. Since that time, the officers of these two lodges have had several conversations and started planning for joint nontiled activities. We are currently looking for other Lodges which may be interested in such activities. This Committee requested copies of a Masonic research paper "Prince Hall Freemasonry in the United States of America" published by Philosophic Lodge of Research, A.F. & A.M. Hartford, Connecticut, an the ceremony used in 1980 in Connecticut for a "Common Table" Banquet. Copies of both these documents have been supplied to the volunteer lodges. The Chairman of this Committee has responded to a request from the President of the Phylaxis Society to participate in publishing a special issue of the Phylaxis magazine as follows. We have indicated that the Fraternal Relations Committee of Wisconsin's Grand Lodge F. & A.M. and Prince Hall Grand Lodge F. & A.M. do not consider it appropriate at this time for such publicity, to avoid prejudicing activities at the local lodge level. A recent letter from a Lodge in the State of Washington requested information on the relationship of our Grand Lodge and Prince Hall Grand Lodge in Wisconsin. The Grand Lodge of Washington will be considering some resolutions at their Annual Communication this year which bear on the relationship of the Grand Lodge of Washington and Prince Hall Grand Lodge in Washington, its members and constituent Lodges. This Committee has supplied copies of the Grand Lodge of Wisconsin published reports and the reports received from Connecticut. The Chairman of this Committee made presentations at the two Wisconsin Lodges during this last year, dealing with the history of Prince Hall Masonry and our relationship with Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Wisconsin. With respect to items 2 and 4 of last year's report: Item 2 - The provision by Prince Hall of copies of their Grand Lodge Proceedings for the past 5 years regarding these discussions. It was reported last year that we have received those official Proceedings. Item 4 - The holding of some meetings at the Prince Hall facilities. One of our committee meetings this year was held at the Prince Hall Grand Lodge office. During this year, this committee has continued efforts on behalf of the Grand Lodge, of Wisconsin to find a proper Masonic solution to the issues before us. We believe the strategy implemented is correct and therefore, the emphasis of activities is being pointed toward local lodges helping find the answer as a natural process, rather than a solution provided by the respective Grand Lodges. While this process is developing, we recommend this Grand Lodge again authorize the Grand Master to continue the offer to charter and continue the efforts to gain acceptance of that offer by Prince Hall, or to achieve another Masonically acceptable solution to the issues before us. PROGRESS OF FREEMASONRY

IRELAND: Following is the Grand Master's annual review of the progress of Freemasonry in Ireland: The main business of Grand Lodge at its meeting on St. John'S Day, 27 December, at 12 noon, held in Freemasons' Hall, Molesworth Street, Dublin, was the investiture of the new Officers of Grand Lodge and the Grand Master's address on the progress of Freemasonry in Ireland and in its overseas constituent bodies during 1985. The following is the full text of the Grand Master's address:

42c

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

The year 1985 in some respects has been uneventful for the Grand Lodge of Ireland, but in certain other respects important developments and consolidating progress has been made. I did not myself during 1985 visit any foreign Constitutions. This by no means suggests that I in any way undervalue these visits and the contacts which are derived therefrom. On the contrary, as modern air travel becomes more sophisticated and apparently not much more safe I think we are bound to internationalize ourselves to some extent, always provided that we are extremely careful that those with whom we do exchange visits are governed by the same moral principals as we are. If I have been idle in this respect I am glad to be able to report that the Deputy Grand Master and the Grand Secretary did visit Paris some three weeks ago, thereby renewing our contracts with the French Constitution - I think there are two or three there - with whom we are in friendly communication. The Grand Master is an old and valued friend of the Grand Lodge of Ireland. Before I depart from this subject, although this has nothing to do with what went on in 1985, I should like to mention an item of considerable significance which will take place next year - the Grand Lodge of Scotland will be celebrating their 250th anniversary. It is possible that Freemasonry as we know it did exist in Scotland before it did anywhere else, but for some reason they did not constitute their Grand Lodge until after the United Grand Lodge of England and, of course, ourselves. They have been kind enough to ask us to send a delegation to these celebrations and I will, of course, attend myself and do my best to represent you on this important occasion. Visiting our own Brethren overseas is a different and, I think, an even more compelling duty and in this respect I can report that the Grand Secretary did visit our two Lodges in Malta last October and found them both in good heart. Again, I have not been anywhere myself but I hope to be able to visit our Brethren in Kenya and Zambia next April. Many of our Brethren overseas face difficulties and problems which perhaps we in Ireland find hard to appreciate fully. To quote an example or two, in Ghana they lost for some time control of many of their Lodge buildings, although the Provincial Grand Master now reports that the situation has very nearly returned to normal. I think similar problems have been faced in Nigeria and most of our Provinces and Districts overseas are beset by serious financial problems. In this respect I think we should spare a thought for our Brethren in South Africa where the prospect of an unprecedented devaluation of the Rand is facing them with problems with which they have not been hitherto confronted. Not least of those worries was exchange control which made it difficult for them to remit their dues. Exchange control problems exist also in Zambia, Sri Lanka and the Indian SubContinent as well as other Provinces and Districts. We must realize that these are our own Brethren for whom we have responsibility in precisely the same way as we have for our Brethren here in Munster or North Connaught or Antrim. Their problems are our problems and their worries should be our worries. Speaking entirely personally, I do worry about the future of many of our Brethren overseas and one can only hope and pray that in due course and in His own good time the Great Architect will take care of them. Last June I installed three new Provincial Grand Masters - in North Munster, in the Midland Counties and in North Connaught. We are all very grateful to those three Brethren for undertaking this fresh responsibility as indeed we are to their predecessors for the long and faithful service which they gave. Also last February during the visit which he happened to be making to South Africa Bro. Edward W. Beck kindly undertook on my behalf to install Brother John D. H. Wilson as Provincial Grand Master of Southern Cape Province in succession to Bro. Gordon J. Thomson who had given many years of faithful service to Irish Masonry and who was unfortunately in the end compelled to resign through ill health. I think the most important event which concerned us here in Ireland during 1985 was our Charities. As you will remember, Bro. Kenneth Patterson and his Committee reported in 1984 and in 1985 Bro. Patterson presided over yet another but smaller

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

43c

committee to supervise and advise upon the implementation of the recommendations contained in that Report. I think it is impossible for us to overemphasize the great debt of gratitude which we all owe in particular to Bro. Patterson and also in addition to those Brethren who have served under his Chairmanship and to our Charity Secretary, Bro. Clinton. The Committees which supervise the Girls Fund and the Boys Fund and the Victoria Jubilee Annuity Fund have continued to carry out their duties satisfactorily. Then last June I laid the foundation stone of an entirely new and fresh Charity - our new Masonic Haven which is a far, far larger and more ambitious scheme than the old Masonic Haven. I am given to understand it is now complete and in full working order and occupied. As such it stands there at Monkstown as a very great credit to Freemasonry in Ireland and it is something which the general public are able to see and to appreciate. So many Brethren have contributed to the new Haven in both time and money that it seems invidious to single out anyone and name names, but I cannot let this opportunity pass without mentioning three - first of all our Senior Grand Warden, R.W. Bro. James E. Weir without whom I do not think the New Haven would have come into existence at all; secondly, our Grand Superintendent of Works, V.W. Bro. Derek Ryan whose professional advice has played such a large part in the development and completion of the scheme; and thirdly, to Bro. Sir Andrew St. C. Armstrong, the Provincial Grand Steward of Charities in our Province in Natal, for the extraordinary generous contribution which he has made. Our Charities are one facet of Freemasonry in Ireland. Greatly though we value the comradeship, the ritual and the discipline which our membership imposes upon us, I think that the Charities must occupy first place. They are so specially a driving force which brings us to the realization, if we want it to, of all that Freemasonry means to us and how much it can impinge not only upon the lives of everyone of us but also upon the world outside. PROJECT SOLOMON II

PENNSYLVANIA: Following is a report by Melvin S. Mundie, Director, Project Solomon II, a plan for rebuilding Freemasonry in Pennsylvania: Project SOLOMON II, a program designed to rebuild Freemasonry in Pennsylvania by adding 50,000 members to the rolls of the fraternity from 1984 through 1987, was launched jointly by the top officers of the Grand Lodge on December 27, 1983. Bro. Samuel C. Williamson, as one of his last acts as R.W. Grand Master, announced the program at the Annual Grand Communication and received the enthusiastic support of the R.W. Grand Master elect, Bro. William A. Carpenter, and the R. W. Deputy Grand Master elect, Bro. Carl W. Stenberg, Jr. The unique program, a studied, professional response to the loss of membership that has plagued this jurisdiction for 23 consecutive years, was developed over a ninemonth period in 1983 by Bro. Dean E. Vaughn, a Past Master of Cumberland Star Lodge No. 197 in Carlisle, and Bro. Melvin S. Mundie, a Past Master of Azalea Lodge No. 687 in Hazelton and the Assistant to the Grand Master. The success of Project SOLOMON II can be measured in the 1984 membership statistics that show a modest loss of 1,865 members as compared to a loss of 3,772 in 1983; 4,218 in 1982; 4,912 in 1981, and 3,609 in 1980. In the first quarter of 1985, the fifth of the 16 quarters allotted to the plan, the membership loss was halted. The figures, however, will remain clouded for at least the first half of 1985 until the final determination is made on the thousands of suspensions for nonpayment of dues that were the result of legislation adopted at the end of 1984. The heart of the SOLOMON II programs is the series of working tools designed to assist the lodges and individual Masons as they work together in harmony to rebuild the Craft. The pamphlet titled Friend to Friend has been distributed throughout the jurisdiction.

44c

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

More than 750,000 copies have been printed of critical tools designed for the Mason to personally hand to anyone he truly believes is qualified to become a member of the fraternity. Of equal importance as working tools are the audio visual presentation that brings emotion to the process; the color brochure that serves as an overview of the plan, and the operations manual that guides the individual lodge task forces in working the plan. Project SOLOMON II is based on two simple premises: That Freemasons will respond to a worthwhile cause and will join hands in unanimity to achieve a worthwhile goal, and that every Master Mason has friends, relatives, acquaintances, church members, fellow workers, and others who would be valuable assets to the fraternity. There is no question about the need for such a program. Membership in Pennsylvania has dropped from more than 250,000 in 1963 to just over 200,000 when Project SOLOMON II was launched at the end of 1983. Without an organized plan, the fraternity can expect to lose another 50,000 members in the next decade alone. As Project SOLOMON II moves into the second and third years of the plan, particular attention will be paid to the measures that can be taken to hold the attention that has been gained. Steps will be taken to improve attendance at lodge meetings and to make the content of those meetings so meaningful that the members will find attendance to be a stimulating experience. New methods of communicating with the membership are being developed every day with improved technologies and with the understanding that we can work together with energy, enthusiasm, spirit and pride only if we recognize the value of teamwork in meeting the demands of a clearly defined goal. As we work together, we develop increased understanding of what it means to be Freemasons and we learn ways of efficiently expressing that meaning to Masons and nonMasons alike. Project SOLOMON II, then, becomes far more than a program to improve membership. It becomes far more than an exercise in bringing highly qualified individuals into the Masonic experience. It forces us, by the very nature of the plan, to get in touch with each existing member of the fraternity; it gives us equal opportunity to reach out for the Mason who is active and the Mason who may not have attended a meeting of his lodge for many years. It gives us the opportunity to get in touch with ourselves and, if we seize the full opportunity, gives us the chance to study the mistakes of the past and learn from them. If each of us does our small part, we will not only ensure the survival of Freemasonry in Pennsylvania, we will have created a revival of fraternalism that will be felt through out the nation and the world. That is the true promise of Project SOLOMON II and is a promise that has not escaped the attention of other Grand Lodges who share the universal problem of membership loss. The Grand Lodge of Maryland has already adopted a revised version of Project SOLOMON II that meets the particular needs of that jurisdiction and in keeping with the dictates of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania copyrights. A similar plan is being prepared for the Grand Lodge of the District of Columbia and serious inquiry has been received from six other Grand Lodges in the United and three in Canada. We are the generation of Freemasons that has been given the task, whether we want the responsibility or not, to decide the future of this greatest of fraternities. We are the generation that will decide whether Freemasonry in Pennsylvania will grow and prosper - or pass slowly out of existence. There has never been a more important, more exciting time to be a Freemason. Let history record that in 1984 the Freemasons of Pennsylvania opted for the survival of Freemasonry. Let it be said that they not only preserved the fraternity for future

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

45c

generations, but that they passed along the light from a flame that burned brightly with energy, enthusiasm, spirit and pride.

PUBLICITY

NEVADA: Grand Orator John L. Buffington offered these suggestions on how best to publicize the fraternity: Most Worshipful Grand Master, Distinguished Guests, my Brethren all, having the honor of serving this year as your Grand Orator has been an interesting and rewarding experience. While trying to decide what subject to talk on for this 121 st Annual Communication the topic of Masonic publicity came to mind, perhaps these thoughts can help with a better understanding of what we should publicize. Brethren our time-honored Fraternity has for centuries enjoyed a reputation beyond reproach, where good men of all walks of life sought membership, and were honored to level themselves with the Fraternity. Attempts have been made in the last several years to seek members, even to the point of outright solicitation of members, or to market our Fraternity with commercial advertising. Let us compare what our forefathers did in the early days of colonial America to these id~as, and perhaps what we should be doing today. First of all, our Brethren in the early days were usually among the leaders of their communities, and although they usually met in taverns, and often enjoyed what we call Table Lodges today, they were serious in the work in which they were engaged. They had two meetings a year where they assembled in the meeting place and marched to a local church to hear a sermon prepared especially for the occasion. Then marched back to the meeting place to finish their work, then to enjoy a feast and celebration, which may have included dancing and other festivities. These were the meetings of St. John's days, one in June and one in December. Both of which were usually announced in the news of the day, and reported on afterwards. You could say this was a form of advertising. When a Brother died and was buried with Masonic honors, this event included a procession from the funeral to the place of interment, which of course was noticed by the townspeople. But a part of their obligation and of ours, that of taking care of the widows and orphans, was taken seriously and was fulfilled, with many acts of charity. Our Brethren met their obligations without questions and without reward or publicity, save that reward of knowing you did the right thing. By far the best advertisement we could have today, would be for every Mason to learn his Masonic lessons and to live them not only when in the lodge but when abroad in the world. To take an active part in his community, to be honest and fair in all his business dealings, to support the church of his choice, to perform acts of charity toward his fellow man, to avoid intemperance and excess, to really strive each and every day to become a better person. And to make the world a better place to live. We should be more selective with our ballot in our lodges, and not be afraid to use the black cube when it is for the benefit of the Fraternity. And to be sure that we not be too eager to give a petition to a person whom we are not convinced will conform to our rules, and will become a true and faithful brother. We must insist that our brothers do nothing to embarrass the Fraternity, this must include our Appendant and Concordant Bodies, it should be remembered that when we wear the emblems of these Appendant and Concordant Bodies, that we are also wearing the apron of a Mason, and we should do nothing to embarrass either. My Brethren, when we see a Brother straying from the path, or erring in his ways, we should get him aside and whisper wise counsel in his ear, stretch forth a hand and

46c

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

support him, remember him in our devotions to deity. If this doesn't work and he insists in embarrassing the Fraternity, MasonicJurisprudence should be put in motion. You have all heard the Lecture of the Second Degree, these few lines, from that lecture expresses much better than I do why Masonry has grown and will continue to grow. "Ages ago, upon the Eastern plains, was our institution setup, founded upon principles more durable than the metal wrought into the statues of ancient kings. Age after age rolled by; storm and tempest hurled their thunder at its head; wave after wave of bright insidious sands curled about its feet and heaped their sliding grains against its sides; men came and went in fleeting generations; seasons fled like hours through the whirling wheel of time; but through the attrition of the waves and the sands of life through evil report as well as good Freemasonry has maintained its beneficent influence, spreading wider and wider over the earth." Each of us as a Freemason is a builder of our own temple, a temple of honor, of justice, of purity, of knowledge, and of truth. Brethren, if we each enthusiastically build our temple, and encourage others to do the same, I am sure the good people of our communities will knock on our doors as they have done for centuries.

RESPECTABLE, REGULAR AND UNIFORM FRATERNITY

PENNSYLVANIA: The R. W. Grand Master, Brother William A. Carpenter, instituted during 1984 a program in which he would express his thoughts in a section of "The Pennsylvania Freemason," aptly entitled "Direct from the Grand Master." The following is taken from his article entitled "Oh, for a Respectable, Regular, and Uniform Fraternity": Freemasonry, in its speculative form, has enjoyed a goodly heritage for nearly 270 consecutive years. It was on June 24, 1717, Saint John the Baptist'S Day, that the Grand Lodge of England, our Mother Grand Lodge, was officially constituted. Composed of men from all walks of life, I suppose it is logical to understand that even a fraternity such as Freemasonry will have occasions when some of its members will decide not to conform to certain rules and regulations and, perhaps, "sound-off" at times as dissidents. Our Mother Grand Lodge wasn't too old when it was obvious that all the Brethren just couldn't agree on some issues. From this discord developed two factions, one called themselves "Ancients," the other, "Moderns." Several years later, the "Moderns" began changing their allegiance to the "Ancients" who eventually prevailed. In our Ancient Charges, we say: "... let the genius of Freemasonry preside over our conduct ... let us preserve a nobleness and justice of understanding, politeness of manners and evenness of temper."

Our own right Worshipful Grand Lodge will be 250 years old on June 24, 1984. Even now we still have Brethren who seemingly do not conform to certain standards, some of them peculiar only to our Grand Lodge. Our Ancient Charges also remind us: "... the laws and regulations of the Fraternity you are to support and maintain, and be ever ready to aid in their execution."

When we deviate from adopted ritual and procedures of our Grand Lodge, we only tend to weaken our cause and reduce the level of standards any worthy organization must maintain to be successful and stay alive. When we use the body of the open Lodge and other gatherings of Masonic fellowship to "sound-off" in fault finding and even dissident chatter, we only tend to weaken the unanimity that has been a visible beacon and great asset of the Craft. We learn in our Ancient Charges: "... if we are united, our Fraternity must flourish . .. to let all private animosities, if any should exist, to give place to peace and good fellowship."

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

47c

Nothing can be more annoying or humiliating to a true and faithful Freemason than to hear of or observe a Brother profane the sacred rules, regulations and standards of Freemasonry. Again, our Ancient Charges admonish us to act: "... in the Lodge, we are to behave with all due decorum, lest the beauty and harmony of its workings should be disturbed or broken ... to be obedient to the Master and other Officers set in authority, and to apply ourselves to the business of Freemasonry."

We have long established procedures for making necessary adjustments relative to our functional policies in Pennsylvania Masonry. They are by Decisions of Right Worshipful Grand Masters and by amendments, properly processed, to "The Ahiman Rezon," the Constitution of our Grand Lodge F. & A.M. of Pennsylvania. The Ancient Charges remind us: "... we are to be particularly attentive to our behavior in our regular assemblies . .. to preserve the Ancient Usages and Customs of the Fraternity sacred and inviolable, and induce others by example, to hold them in due veneration. It is always great when our Brethren can dwell together in peace, harmony and good order.

And, finally, our Ancient Charges say: "Thus shall we act in conformity to our precepts, and support the name we have always borne, of being a respectable, regular, and uniform Fraternity.

RITUAL

WISCONSIN: The following resolution to change the posting key for the Entered Apprentice degree was presented and voted upon at the 1985 Grand Lodge Communication. It was not adopted. To: Amend 88.02 and 88.03 relative to posting of an Entered Apprentice WHEREAS, The present required posting for the Entered Apprentice Degree only rehearses the candidate on what he did in Lodge and does not teach him any of the symbolism behind the initiation ceremony; and WHEREAS, The first impression we make on a candidate for Freemasonry is very important in arousing his interest in the lessons we try to teach; WHEREAS, The candidate's initial exposure to our ritual is the most opportune time to "whet his appetite" for more Masonry. Now, therefore, be it resolved, that we put the important lessons back into the required posting in place of the present posting requirements by directing the Grand Master in accordance with Section 84.04 (c) of the Masonic Code to prepare a new posting key for the Entered Apprentice Degree, which should read as follows: PROPOSED POSTING LECTURE FOR ENTERED APPRENTICE

Q. Whc cm y? A.

Q. A.

Q. A. Q. A.

Q. A.

Fm a L 0 the H Ss J 0 J. Wt cm y hr t d? T 1m t sbd m pns a ipr msf i m. Whr wr y fst ppd t b md a M? I m hrt. Hw wr y nxt ppd? B bng dvd 0 al mtl, ntr nkd nr cld, bft nr sd, h-w, wth a c-t ard m nk. Wy wr y dvd 0 al mtl? Fr t rss: fst, tt I mgt cry ntg ofv 0 dfv int the L; scd, a the dbg 0 K S T, thr ws nt hrd the snd 0 a ax, hmr 0 a tl 0 im - the stn wr al hwn, sqd a nbd a the qry whr they wr rsd, the tbr fld a ppd i the fst 0 L, cvd b sea i fts t J, thn b Id t J whr thy wr st u wth wdn mls ppd fr tt pps, a whn the bdg ws cpd, i slv pts ftd wth sch ext ncy tt 1 hd mr the apr 0 the hdk 0 the S A a T U thn 0 hmn hds.

48c Q. A. Q. A.

Q. A.

Q. A. Q. A. Q. A. Q. A. Q. A. Q. A. Q. A. Q. A.

Q. A. Q. A.

Q. A.

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

Wy wr y ntr nkd nr cld? Bes M rgs n mn fr hs wdy wlh 0 hrs. I ws, thf, t sfy tt i ws the int a nt the ext qfs o a mn tt shd rmd hm t b md a M. Wy wryntr bft nr sd? Ts ws i cfy t a ane Isr etm. W rd i the bk 0 R tt i ws the mnr i fmr tm, eng rdg a ehg, tt t cfm al tgs a mn pkd 0 hs sh a gv i t hs nbr; a ts ws a tmy i I. Ts, thf, ws dn t tyf t the sey 0 m its i the bsn i weh I ws thn abt t eng. Wy wr y h-w, wth a e-t ard yr nk? Fr th rss; fst, a I ws thn i dks, s shd I kp the whl wid rpg the ses 0 fr M ult thy shd obt thm a Ify a I ws thn abt t d; sed, tt m hrt mgt b tgt t env bfr m eys bhd the bts 0 M; thd, hd I rfd t sbt the fms a ems 0 m itn, 0 bn fnd uty t b tkn b the hnd a a Br, I mgt, b the hlp 0 the e-t, hv bn Id ot 0 the L wht bng abl t dcr evn the fm thf. Hw gnd y adm t the L? B th dst kks. T wt dd they aid? T a ctn txt i Set, "ak a ye shl rev, sk a ye shl fd, kk a i shl b opd ut y". I akd the rdm 0 a frd t b md a M; tgh hs rdm I sgt itn: I kkd a the dr 0 the La i ws opd ut m. Wt ws sd t y fm wtn? Wh cms hr. Yr asr? Mr. A B, wh hs Ig bn i dks a nw sks t b brt t Igt, a t rev a pt i the rts a bfs 0 ts wfl L erd t G a ded t the H Ss J, a al brs a fls hv dn bfr. Wt wr y thn akd? I i ws 0 m on fr wi a aed, i I ws wty a wi qfd, dy a tly ppd, 0 Ifl ag a ppy ved fr, al 0 weh bng asd i the aft, I ws akd b wt ftr rgt 0 bft I epd t gn adm. Yr asr? B bng a mn, f-bn, 0 gd rpt a wi rmd. Wy wr y red 0 the pt 0 a shp ist peg yr nkd 1ft brt? T teh m tt a tw ws a ist 0 ttr t m flh, s shd the ren 0 i b t m ene, shd I evr psm t rvl the ses of F M uly. Wy wr y ctd to the etr 0 the L, csd t knl a atd pyr? Bes n mn shd evr eng i a grt 0 ipt utg wht fst ivg the big a D. Wy wr y akd i whm y pt yr tst? Bes, aeg t M usg, n ath en b md a M. I ws, thf, ncy tt I shd pfs a blf i D; otw n obn wid hv bn esd bdg upn m. Wy wr y tkn b the rt hnd, ord tars, flw yr cdr a fr n dgr? T sfy tt a a tm whn I cld ntr fse nr avd dgr, I ws i the hds 0 a tr a tsy frd i whs fdy I cld wth sfy cfd. Wy wr y etd one ard the L? Tt al the Brn mgt s tt I ws dy a tly ppd. Wy wr y esd t mt wth the slv obs 0 yr psg ard the L? Bcs thr wr gds pld a the S, W a E gts 0 the et 0 K S T t s tt nn psd 0 rpd ext seh a wr dy qfd a hd prm. I ws, thf, ney tt I shd mt wth ths svl obs tt I mgt b dy exd bfr bng md a M. Wy wr y esd t knl a the A 0 yr nkd 1ft kn? Bes the 1ft i sd t b the wkr pt 0 mn. I ws, thf, t sfy tt i ws the wkt pt 0 M I ws thn etg upn, i bng tt 0 E A. Wy wr y esd t Iy yr rt hd 0 the H B, S a C/ Bes the rt hnd ws sd, b 0 ane Br, t b the st 0 fdy weh w smt s rpd b t rt hds jnd; a ots b t hmn fgs hdg ea otr b the rt hnd. The rt hnd, thf, w md us 0 t tfy i the sgs mnr psb t the sey 0 0 its i the bsn i weh w wr thn egd. Wt dd the W M thn d wth y? H md a Mom i d fm.

1986 Q.

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

49c

Wt ws tt d fm? Kng 0 m nkd 1ft kn, m rt fmg a sqr, m 1ft hd spg the H B, 5 a C, m rt rtg thn, i weh d fm I tk upn msf the obn 0 a E A weh i a fis: "I, A B, 0 m 0 f w a a , i t P 0 A Gat W L, e t Had t t H 5 J, d h a h, m s a spa s t I wah e can r a 0 t s a, pop 0 t h m 0 F-M, w m h b h, s bat t 0 a f pet mas, tap 0 p w, e i b tat alb Mow arc Los, a n u hot u b s t, d e o 1 i Ish f n hot ale t t s a I a am." "I f pas t I wnw, p, p s, s, e, e, moe t, 0 e t s t b d, u a m 0 i, cor t I i 0 a w, s, I 0 e w m b I 0 ita put e 0 H, a t s 0 F-M t u 0 t m u." "A tim s asp a s waf as r t k apt s wah, m r 0 s e 0 m w, b m u n I apt t 0 h m tea, m t t 0 b ira bit r sot s a I w m, w t tea f tit f h, s I e k v t, M E A 0." - "5 h m G a k m sit d pot s." Q. Wt ar the T G L? A. The H B, 5 a C. Q. Wt ar thr Mus? A. The HB i tria gd 0 fth, the squ t sqr 0 aes, a the C t esb a kp u wtn d bds wth al mkd, mr esp wth a br M. Q. Wt ar the T L L? A. Tn bng tps pld i a tgl fm, rps the sn, mn a M 0 the L. Q. Hw s? A. A the sn rIs the dy a the mn gvs the ngt, s ogt the W M t edr tria gvn hs L wth eql rgy. Q. Wt mks yaM? A. M obn. Q. Hw shl I kw Y t baM? A. B etn ss, a tkn, a wd a the pts of m ent. Q. Wt ar ss? A. Rt ags, hzs a pds. Q. Wt i a tkn? A. A etn fdy a bry gp b weh 0 M m kw am i the dk a wi a i the Igt. Q. Wt ar the pts 0 yr ent? A. The G, P, MaP. Q. T wt d they aid? A. T the 4 edl vts: T, F, P aJ. Q. Gv m a sn. A. (Done) Q. Wt its? A. The d-g 0 a E A. Q. Hs i a aln? A. I hs, t ptn i weh me hds wr pld whl tkg the obn. Q. Gv m am. A. (Done) Q. Wt its? A. The sn 0 a E A. Q. Hs i a aln? A. I hs, t the pty 0 m obn. Q. Hv y a ftr ss a a E A? A. I hv nt bt hv a tkn. Q. Adv yr tkn. A. (Done Q. Hs i a nm? A. I hs. Q. Hw wi Y dsp 0 i? A. I wt Itr a sib i wth y. Q. Ltr i a bgn. A.

SOc A.

Q. A.

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

Bgn y. N, Y bgn. (Done) Wy wr y psd wth a L-S 0 wte Itn apn? Bcs the 1mb hs, i al ags, bn dmd a emb 0 inc. H, tfr, wh wrs the L-S a the bdg 0 a M, i tby cty rmd 0 tt pty 0 If a cdt wch i esy ncy t hs gng adm int the Ctl L abv, whr the SAo t U pds. Hw ds a E A wr hs apn? Wth the tp tnd u. Wy wr y rqs t dpt smg 0 a mtc kd? T rmd mom thn exy pr a pns stn, a tt shd I evr mt a frd, mr esp a br Milk dst cms, I shd cbt a Iby t hs rlf a I cld, wht mtl ijy t msf. 0 yr rtn t the L, wy wr y pld i the N-E cm? Bci i opr M the fst stn 0 a bdg i usy Id i the N-E cm. I ws, tfr, pld thr t rcv m fst ins whn t bId m ftr mrl a M edf. End of Posting RITUAL -

HOW MUCH IS ENOUGH?

BROTHER RALPH HERBOLD, Editor of the SCRL Fraternal Review, found some interesting remarks on this subject, and passed them along to members of the SCRL in a letter dated May 1, 1986. Following is a reprint of his letter: "The complaint we make with reference to the lack of attendance is not peculiar to our jurisdiction. The same condition exists in all the Americanjurisdictions. It has been said that less than 10% of our American Masons attend Lodge. I am personally inclined to the belief that the percentage is much smaller; and there are few areas in the country where more than 5% of the members in the entire jurisdiction are even irregularly in attendance at the Lodges. "Startling as the statement may seem, I believe that the non-attendance which is so generally deplored is evidence of the worth of our membership. That our members generally do not attend Lodge is, I think, due solely to the fact that in the average Lodge there is not provided the sort of program which will naturally attract the kind of men whose membership we have a right to be proud. "If a remedy is to be found for the ills of which we complain we must first ascertain the cause. I can not but believe that it is due primarily to the fact that there is too much ritual. I do not mean by this merely that there are too may repetitions of the esoteric work due to the increase in the number of candidates. That repetition can be avoided by the adoption of the so-called 'group plan' which has always obtained in many of our Easternjurisdictions, and which will be exemplified at this Communication. This, however, will not entirely remedy this condition. "I believe the ritual itself is too long and should be materially abridged. There is no reason why the degree of Master Mason could not be conferred in its entirety without the elimination of a single essential feature and retaining all the beauties of the symbolism in perhaps a little more than one-half the time now consumed. Forty minutes, or at the most one hour, should be sufficient for the purpose. "The fact of the matter is that we have unduly magnified the importance of the esoteric work. The ritual was certainly never intended as anything more than the means to an end. With us it has become apparently the end we have in view. Everything revolves around it; all else is made subservient to it. Proficiency in the ritual is not the test of efficiency in the Master. Apparently the most important thing in Masonry is for the Master of a Lodge to know when to say 'on' and when 'upon' and to remember that on one occasion a certain distinguished personage 'exclaimed' while on another he merely 'remarked.' "I hope I will not be misunderstood as intimating that I do not regard it as essential that the 'work' should be correctly given. I of course reco?;nize the fact that commu-

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

51c

nicated as it is from mouth to ear its preservation depends upon the exactitude with which it is communicated; and whenever I have referred to the subject I have been careful to explain that I want to see the work given as impressively as it can be. The undue importance we have attached to the ritual, however, and the time which is consumed in conferring degrees have not only resulted in the lack of attendance of which we complain, but are responsible for the condition Past Grand Master Hervey had in mind when in his admirable address to Grand Lodge he said: 'By failing to respond to the intellectual and spiritual demands of their members some of our Lodges are losing their interest and active support of many of the best Masons in California and are in danger of becoming the patrons of the mediocre.' " Now before you jump to any conclusions please note that the above is in quotes. I was doing a bit of research on our Public Schools observance and continued on with the message of Grand Master Charles Albert Adams in the 1920 Grand Lodge PROCEEDINGS and from it the foregoing is quoted. It does seem to bear out the premise that while times change conditions do not always change. Do you see anything in the Brother Adams' message that could not be written today? There is nothing in it it that could be construed as an innovation in Freemasonry and I am convinced that in no way would he countenance such an act. And that he was serious about ritual it was noted that he differed with the Grand Lecturer as to the importance of form and ceremony. And, what he proposed is now done in our country for, as I mentioned in a previous message, two years ago I visited a Lodge in Pennsylvania and there witnessed in one evening a Stated Meeting and the conferral of a Second Degree and a Third Degree and came away - firmly convinced - that none of the candidates were short changed. As to the words of Past Grand Master Hervey, I refer you to his message in the 1918 PROCEEDINGS of our Grand Lodge as excellent both in reading and thought provoking. Incidentally, as related in the 1920 PROCEEDINGS, the Ritual Committee went along with some shortening but the recommendation was lost. And because when visiting a Lodge recently I saw a list with 15 First Degree brethren who received their degrees between February 1982 and September 1984 and went no further, would submit this: Illinois, Wyoming and Kansas, possibly others, have abridged proficiencies while in Pennsylvania the proficiency is primarily questions answered in the candidates own words. In the South Dakota Messenger for December 1985 Grand Master Lyle Rowen, Sr., writes and issues a proclamation on proficiencies: "We, the Master Masons of South Dakota should be concerned about the loss of membership in our Fraternity. In 1973, South Dakota had a total membership of 15,600, today we have about 12,000. I feel we must attempt to turn this around. Why do we have so many Brothers take the first degree and fail to proceed further? Are we making it too difficult for men to get into our great Fraternity? We all know if we get these men into the Fraternity we can teach them after they become Master Masons. (Ed. note: These are almost the same words and are the same thoughts in a remark Harry Carr, the eminent British Masonic scholar, made when on a visit in our country: "You fellows want them to learn before you let them in, we let them in and then teach them.") "So my Brothers, due to the loss of membership and in an effort to keep up with this busy, every-changing world and to help a candidate complete his proficiency, I am making the following proclamation which has the approval of the Board of Custodians: "PROCLAMATION - I, Lyle Rowen, Sr., Grand Master of Masons of South Dakota, do proclaim and direct that each CONSTITUENT LODGE, may at the discretion of the Worshipful Master shorten the PROFICIENCY of each degree as sufficient evidence that the CANDIDATE is proficient in the Entered Apprentice, Fellow Craft, and Master Mason Degree. (Code references follow) "I further direct, that each time the shortened PROFICIENCY is used the Constituent Lodge Secretary is to notify the Grand Lodge." Anyway, think about it.

52c

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

STATE OF THE CRAFT

MONTANA: This address titled "THE LODGE THAT NO ONE LOVED" was presented by John M. Barrows, Past Master of Ionic Lodge No. 38 and dual member of Stevensville Lodge No. 28, during the Masters Masons' banquet, Friday, June 29, 1984: Most Worshipful Bill, distinguished visitors, Brothers and Ladies, When Most Worshipful Brother Bill Brass asked me to give the main address at the Master Mason's banquet for his term as Grand Master, I asked him what he wanted me to speak about. There was a little hesitation - and his year as the Number One Mason of Montana has shown that his choice was more than just an impulse. "Unity." Brother Bill said "Unity" is what he wanted to hear and more than that, Unity for Masonry in Montana. Not just a dinner topic but as a theme for this term. and more than a theme - a realistic attainable goal. Those who have been close to Bill and his work this year, and during the past years of his Grand Lodge experience, can testify not only to the work he has given toward this goal - but of the very real, very positive results he has helped to achieve. The wonderful session this morning showed that he meant what he said about the "Family of Masonry." But let's take a closer look at this elusive Unity of which we hear so much in Masonry. First, what is the special quality that we symbolize by the engraved network on our Masonic pillars and speak of in the same breath with Peace and Plenty? Starting with the dictionary we find there are two basic definitions of Unity. The first we might call a "Unity of the Parts" ... the total of all related pieces. A condition of harmony. Out of many, one. The second could be termed the "Unity of Continuity" ... on going chain that allows for no deviation or change. Taking the last first, our Grand Lodge and our local lodges are in themselves both the symbols and the results of this type of Unity. How many of us sitting around the tables tonight were also sitting around the same tables, in this same room, ten years ago? I remember it well since it was the first of many Grand Lodge meetings for me. I was Junior Warden in my lodge and it was one of my first Masonic experiences outside of the lodge itself. If you think back you'll remember that the 1974 meeting was one of the first conventions to use the then brand-new Outlaw Inn. And a major question at the time was whether or not the carpenters, the carpet layers, and the electricians would finish their work in time for the banquet. All day they worked and what in the morning was confusion was by nightfall a completed, pleasant dining room, thanks in large measure to their Unity of Action. You might also remember the topics of conversation then - they were much the same as today. We were debating the wisdom of reducing the age limit for new Masons from 21 to 18. It drew a lot of discussion, of course, and would continue to do so until last year, when after nearly 12 years of trying it was finally adopted. Another was the awakening to the impacts that the continuing spiral of lodge membership might have for our future. For ten years before that 1974 Grand Lodge convocation, Montana had lost 5,000 Masons to death and disinterest. In the ten years since, we have lost yet another 5,000. And our Brother Bill was just starting out on the long road that a decade later would see him in the East, gavel in hand - jewel on chest. Now, ten years later, we see Bill's appointment, Clarence Carter, following his trail ... and in another ten or so years he too will find his place in the East. So it was ten years ago, fifty, a hundred and twenty. Each after another, Grand

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

53c

Masters proceed through the ranks. And Lodge Tylers become Lodge Masters and friends become brothers. It is a form of Unity ... that Unity which continues year after year without change, with deviation. It is the Unity of Certainty. The procession of officers and brothers has continued for hundreds of years. It will continue for hundreds more. Won't it? A few years ago there was no question that this continuity would go on - virtually forever. Masonry was a firm foundation stone that would ... could ... never crumble. Yet now there are few, if any, in this room or in any lodge room in America, that can answer that same question with the same certainty as just a decade ago. We know the story. Most of us know the facts and figures .... The loss of half of our members in twenty-five years.... The graying of our Masonic membership so that the energetic, young man is now the oddity, and not the bulwark of our lodges as he once was. And those older members, who are much more in evidence these days, may one day soon tire of their long-filled role as the caretakers of Masonry. More and more is being demanded from less and less. Oh, for a number of years we fooled ourselves by saying that the nagging two or three percent we lost each year simply didn't matter. After all, "it's quality that counts, not quantity." and "Masonry has had its ups and downs before, but never fear young man, it'll bounce right back!" The years passed. Death rolls mounted. And many simply drifted out of our ranks for their own reasons. The material in our quarries, those rough stones to be hewn and shaped into living stones for their own spiritual houses, grew fewer and fewer. Now those who are given the honor of a position in the Grand Line cannot, with confidence, say that by the time they are at last allowed to sit in the East that they will not sit alone. And today that same Unity of Continuity does not offer the assurance that it once did. For this time it is not an outside enemy that threatens us and it is not the economic disaster of the Great Depression. We ourselves provide that danger. Each year the toll of lost members rises, and each year we hope for a change in the wind - a signal happening that will tell us there is no need to worry - that our beloved fraternity will weather this storm as it has all the others. But the wind speaks not. Now let's look at that other main definition of Unity - of the Unity of the Parts. We can all agree Masonry is a peculiar animal, made up of many different organizations and lodges and individuals. Each is separate, each has its own identity, yet each must mesh with the other to form the whole of Masonry. For years that very diversification of the individual parts of Masonry has been a major asset, but in recent times, with membership declining and with those we have been growing progressively and collectively older, we no longer find the strength that we once had. Instead of the steady, sure protection of our Masonic umbrella, we all too often find a patch of mends and tears. As the base from which we draw grows progressively small, and we must realize that it is shrinking much faster than total lodge population, we find that instead of a variety of experiences available to our members, we often face excessive demands on our time ... demands for purposes that are no longer different, but virtually the same. Twenty-five years ago Montana Masonry had nearly 27,000 members - and of these, about 18,000 were under the age of 60 ... an age group where traditionally we find our leaders and our most active members. Today we have about 15,000 Masons - or about half that of 25 years ago - but now we find only about 4,000 under the age of sixty. This decline means those coming up and taking the actual posts of lodge leadership and activity are not half as many as a few years ago but only one fifth! And that leads to still another conclusion - the diversification that once helped to

54c

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

find suitable places of activity for a large and basically young group, may now, in itself, be diluting the very creative forces needed for survival. We need, we thirst for, a Unity of the Parts - a harmony of purpose, the unification of the various groups and subgroups of Masonry into, in spirit if not actuality, one homogenous force ... just such a unity as has been displayed this year by the special efforts of our Grand Master to include the many parts of Masonry in his plans. But what is that harmony of purpose that will forge us into one cohesive group not for just a few short months, but on a long-term permanent basis? The first three degrees of Masonry, our so-called Blue Lodge Masonry, have four important lessons that we might define along with lines of Manly P. Hall's book, "The Lost Keys of Freemasonry." The first key, Hall says, it found in the first degree ... the key of Action - a conscious effort for improvement of ourselves and improvement of those near and dear to us. It is the hard work that fits us physically, and materially, to do the job ahead of us. It's putting our house in order. The second is Compassion - the expression of love . . . an affair of the heart for our fellow man. The third is Balancing - putting Compassion into Action ... the fine tuning of ourselves to be in agreement with the great laws of God and Nature and with each other. And the fourth is that of Change. From the first days in Masonry we hear the old saw that Masonry never changes. Yet, the whole purpose of Masonry IS change ... changing ourselves from something basically good to something infinitely better. And changing society, through our presence, through our actions, through our compassion, into something greater than that which we first found. To effect this change, Masonry has, over hundreds of years, itself changed. The Masonry to today is not the Masonry of yesterday. Though its purposes may be the same, the rituals we carefully memorize and hand down, in part at least, from mouth to ear, are of comparatively recent origin. Our present lecture we use in Montana have not been used from the beginning, but were adopted shortly before the turn of the century as a way of unifying a hodge-podge of different rituals then in use. Virtually all of the Masonic institutions have come to life within that span of time that encompasses our own country - introduced because, at the time, they fit a specific need of education or an avenue of activity of the era in which they were invented or adopted. Every Masonry changes, bit by bit, piece by piece, with new laws and new legislation passed here and there in over a hundred grand lodges throughout the world. But society also changes - faster - more uniformly, more irreversably than Masonry. And because Masonry and its diverse network of organizations is not isolated, not a word unto itself, but composed of men and women like you and me - people who are also part of that some society - it can never distance itself so far from ourselves and from our friends and neighbors, as to be something foreign, something irrelevant. Sadly, Masonry sometimes does just that. Oh, not intentionally. And certainly not in the basic values and teachings of the fraternity. They are still relevant, still important. But often it seems no one is listening. Changes must come - changes that will once more give Masonry that instinctive feeling of friendship and sympathy that once was its hallmark. Changes that must once again make Masonry exciting, interesting, important, indispensable - not just to us, the diehards, the old-guards of the order - but to those younger men and women who have our society's future in their hands. Just a week or two ago there was a comic strip that ran in several Montana papers. It's one of the newer strips, done by two Australian cartoonists. It's called Snake and appropriately so, because Snake is the key character, a friendly

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

55e

reptile that is always being put down because he doesn't have any arms or legs - few snakes do. Snake's only friend, a kangaroo tells him he just joined the local Australian Kiwanis Club. That's really neat, Snake says. "You know, I almost joined the Masons once." "Really, " said the 'roo. "What stopped you?" Snake looks forlorn and answers "The secret handshake!" Humorous, yes. Indicative of the problems we face as a viable institution? Yes. There was a time when secret handshakes and passwords and the formal trappings of the secret society brought respect and admiration from many. That time has passed. Now Masonry must bring its still viable, still badly needed teachings, its fraternalism, up to date with accepted social values. We can only do that together. A unity of all the Parts. Discarding some. Adding others. Putting together a unified package in tune with today's needs, and not with our grandfathers'. It cannot be done piecemeal. We must join hands. The various rites, the Eastern Star, the youth groups, the Blue Lodges ... working together for the good of the society, and for our own survival. Because Masonry, pure and unadulterated, is needed. Is wanted. Is viable. It is a bastion against forces that would undo much that is honorable and noble in our society - that would attack, in the name of liberty, the very foundations ofliberty. That would make man less than he can be. That would outlaw reason. That would make America something it was never intended to be. That would make man forget who he is and what God wanted him to be. It is not a matter of numbers, but of dedication. That dedication starts here. It starts in our own lodges. It starts in our homes. But it must start. It must be bound with Unity so that Masonry, instead of many, may be one. And it must have that Unity of Continuity, so this year's good works are not lost by next year's apathy. But where do we find these special qualities that will let the journey, once started, continue to it destination? Masonry often speaks of the search for the Lost Word - a symbol of seeking Divine Truth. And as there are Lost Keys - and Lost Words, so are there also directions we might term the Forgotten Works of Masonry. These forgotten words are but six. By them we might well find that Unity of Spirit, continuing and containing all the parts essential to Masonry. Each is a direction for us to follow, both individually and collectively as parts of the whole of Masonry. They are UPWARD, DOWNWARD, INWARD, OUTWARD, BACKWARD, FORWARD. UPWARD that we might remember the true, spiritual nature of Masonry we often forget and seek there for guidance and understanding. DOWNWARD that we might always remember the foundations of our search, the ground work of Masonry that still stands firm to support us and give us paths to follow. INWARD that we might know ourselves and our true Masonic needs. OUTWARD that we might remember Masonry is a part of the world and not apart from it ... that those without our tyled doors are as important as those within. BACKWARD that we might profit from our mistakes, learning from those who have gone before ... that we might take the best Masonry offers and proceed from there. And FORWARD with action, guided by compassion, tempered through wisdom and faith to that final goal of changing ourselves from good men to better men still. These good men and women within the ranks of our Masonic family ... those here tonight and those at home, diminished in numbers though they may be, are the ones in whose hands Masonry's future lies. Let's not let the good in Masonry slip through our fingers and find ourselves at the door of our lodge only to find it closed, forever.

56c

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

Let us not find ourselves as I found myself a few weeks ago, standing at the doorway of the old Odd Fellows Lodge in my hometown of Stevensville. It has been closed for many years, a victim of changing times, a victim of a membership that did not love it enough to survive. I had borrowed the key from the owner of the building, hoping to find some remembrance of forty-odd years ago when the Masons of Stevensville had met there before they built their own lodge. I'd never been there before. I had no acquaintances with the Odd Fellows at all. Vet, I could not help associating it with my own lodge ... could not help thinking that this deserted hulk could well be my lodge someday. For if I .. We ... do not love it enough today to work for its survival - for that Unity that will enable it to continue through today and into tomorrow - then one day might well find it like this lodge .... THE LODGE THAT NO ONE LOVED

"Sure, go on up, if that's what you want, Tho' I don't know why you would, Just dirt and boards and busted glass, Guess I'd clean it if I could." I took the Key he offered me, A door whined as it opened wide, A smell of must, a mist of dust, Greet me inside. I climbed the stairs that creaked and moaned, Up thirty steps and more A cobweb there, brushed 'gainst my hair As I faced a broken door. A hearty shove and it it went, I stumbled in the room Plaster hung in draping sheets, Tapestries of the tomb. Streaks of light crept through the panes, All choked and smeared with grime, There's bare a thing to tell me this, Was a lodgeroom lost in time. This must have been the dining room, The kitchen was over there, There isn't much to go by, An old table, a broken chair. What was the lodge is barren, too, With plaster on the floor, But rising steps in East and West Say this was something more. The ante room's seen better days, And dirt was everywhere, But 'gainst the wall, behind the door, Some books were lying there. Now some were stained with leaking rain, And yellowing the age. But the story of this phantom lodge, Is scribed on every page.

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

57c

Names gone from memory's grasp are here. And deeds, both good and bad, All etched in spidery scrawlings The happy and the sad. A brother died, they buried him, Another was quite ill, The Master asked to pass the hat There was nothin' in the till. Posters called past holidays, Were red and green when new, But colors fade through not the thought, Merry Christmas ... Nineteen-two And as I read these fading words, Within the dark'ning gloom I heard the click of deacon's rods And the Master's gavel boomed. I swear I heard that Master Speak, From time long gone before, I'm sure I saw that phantom lodge, Around the checkered floor. But no, it was just the wind, And the floor a settlin' down, And the mice a' scurr'yin' 'bout the room, That cause familiar sounds. Now the time has come to leave, The sun sets from above, I close the door and snap the lock, On the lodge that no one loved. John Barrows

NEVADA: The following comments on the State of the Craft were extracted from the Grand Master's Address before the 121 st Annual communication of the Grand Lodge of Nevada: The records of this year will reflect a small increase of six members. It will show that sixteen Constituent Lodges showed gains, twenty-one showed losses, and three had no change. Also the records point out that six Constituent Lodges did not confer Degrees. A promising and healthy boost as reflected by 34 members of the new Pahrump Lodge Under Dispensation. The changing trends in our country's economy has reflected also in our Fraternity. Business closures, mergers, consolidations and foreign imports has resulted in an unstable period of adjustment to all the citizens of this country. We too must recognize that many of our Brothers have been affected by loss of employment, transferred, and relocation to seek employment. Many of these Brothers were actively participating in our Lodges as officers and members. We must address this matter as it will affect the categories Suspensions N.P.D., Voluntary Withdrawal from the Fraternity, and retard growth in membership. At this time Freemasonry is being attacked by different religious groups for one reason or another. We must remember our charges and principles, that we are not to enter into arguments, nor attempt to defend the principles of our beloved Fraternity at any time or place. Whether these attacks are deserved or not, Freemasonry must be having its effect on our world to receive this attention.

S8e

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

Although disappointed with the Grand Lodge Educational Program this year, I must compliment many of the Constituent Lodges who have continued to pursue their own educational program in their Lodges. I am glad to report that many of the Constituent Lodges, by amending their ByLaws, have increased their Dues, Fees, and restructured their expenditure procedures, in order to become more financially stable. By mandate of the 120st Annual Communication, your Grand Lodge Office is the proud owner of an IBM P.C. AT. enhanced, IBM P.C. work station, and two programs, dBase III and WORDSTAR. This was accomplished by many diligent hours of hard work by the Data Processing Committee and the Grand Secretary. With a great deal of satisfaction I can report that as I traveled around this state, Nevada Masons are optimistic and ready to accept the challenges that confront the Fraternity, that of growth and exposure in our communities. They remain selective, for the quality of a man, instead of for the quantity of men, for membership. They are reaffirming that they must in all their daily endeavors be examples and spokesmen of the Craft, thereby creating and arousing deliberate interest in Freemasonry.

A SURVEY OF ATTITUDES

Major Gen. H. Lloyd Wilkerson, Sovereign Grand Inspector General in North Carolina, published a paper in the May, 1986 issue of THE NEW AGE on the results of a survey of attitudes toward the Masonic Fraternity. It was conducted in the Orient of North Carolina with the purpose of determing among newly obligated Scottish Rite Masons why they joined the Fraternity, what they hoped to gain from membership, whether they participated in fraternal affairs, and their opinions of the role the Fraternity should play in the world to today and in the coming 21st century. The paper concludes with these comments on the results of the survey, and some suggested actions: The concensus seems to be that Masonry should live by its precepts, become more visible in the community, provide leadership to the several echelons of government, practice charity, spread brotherly love beyond the membership, and promote peace and understanding in the world by our communication with the Brethren worldwide. The above is a summation of the general comments. However, the survey makes some silent indictments about the Fraternity. It is clear that the candidates joined the Symbolic Lodge with great expectations to make new friendships, find a group of companions who would give mutual encouragement to improve personal conduct and do the "right" things taught by their religious organizations. Very few had Masonic families that encouraged them to join the Fraternity and even fewer reported that Masonry was a family tradition. It is also clear that, after the first couple of years, interest decreases, attendance drops, and the Lodges lose the enthusiastic participation of a large segment of the membership. The challenge is clear, too. What must Masonry do to involve continuously its membership so that interest does not wane? Members feel that the philosophy and principles for action are correct, but they perceive a need to practice these principles in the marketplace. They seem to say that Masons should react aggressively to public issues, making certain that the public recognizes the practical application of Masonic teachings. They cry for principled leadership in the world. They seem to say that they want the world to know by our actions as a body (not just individually) that we encourage all that is good, kind, and charitable; and reprove all that is vicious, cruel, and oppressive. The required action is best summarized by a distinguished Mason and patriot to whom this survey was presented for review: Brotherhood in a "contemporary world" demands that the Order positively help its members to solve their personal problems and that - it take a strong stand on

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

59c

public issues as measured by Masonic ideals. This will certainly require a public affairs program, active lobbying (a "special interest" group, if you will!) and supervision and support by worshipfUl Masters and Inspectors General throughout the Order. I realize that such a program will be extremely distastful to many Brethren particularly the older ones. But to survive and grow in this tough, wicked and pragmatic world - action to put these sound and proven Masonic beliefs into effect is absolutely necessary. If Freemasonry will reestablish its reputation of genuine loyalty and service to its members, the actions to accomplish it will display to the world the lofty ideals on the battle standard of Freemasonry. Local communities, the only source of the new petitioners, will recognize that Freemasonry is the champion of mortality, not a threat to any religion, but a Fraternity that encourages its members to attend and participate in the churches of their choice. Decline in membership will be reversed, but committees of investigation will have new challenges! 'A THORN IN THE FLESH' ... 'THE APPLE OF OUR EYE'

NORTH CAROLINA: This was the title of the Grand Master's message to the Craft, in which he concludes that "Activities growing out of our Masonic obligations must not be thought of as 'thorns in the flesh,' but as 'apples of our eye': work, true and square, to be held dear, to be treasured." A theological intellectual by the name of Saul of Tarsus, later referred to as the Apostle Paul, said this: "... there was given to me a thorn in the flesh ... lest I should be exalted above measure." (2 Corinthians 12:7, KJV) In today's English Version the latter part of that quotation reads: "... to keep me from being proud." Had I aspired to be Grand Master, I probably would have approached the office with pride "above measure." On the contrary, I came to the office of Grand Master with a great deal of trust in the abilities, talents, and expertise of many Brethren across the state who are quite capable of seeing that most any Grand Master makes it through his year. It is well that I began with that attitude; for I soon learned that there are in this grand jurisdiction those Brethren, self-appointed, who quickly and effectively create in the Grand Master an attitude of humility. Early in the history of the human race someone spoke the phrase, "apple of his eye." Literally, it means "eyeball." Through various translations it has come to mean something held dear and to be treasured. Putting these two phrases together - 'a thorn in the flesh' ... 'the apple of our eye' - makes for a creative balance, if not perfect harmony. One does not ordinarily grow thorns and apples on the same branch. Nevertheless, the truth of our fraternity is this: some of us are thorns; some of us are apples. How do I know? Because sometimes I feel like a thorn in someone's flesh, and sometimes I feel like the apple of someone's eye. When I am able to harmonize these two distinctives of my personality, I feel good about myself and good about others. The question is this: how do we make "thorns and apples" work for the good of Masonry? That is what I have tried to do as Grand Master of Masons in North Carolina. From the depth of my being I have made an honest effort to consider every Mason, "thorn" or "apple," as my Brother, whose brotherly love I hold dear and whose friendship I treasure. My Brother, you are and forever will be not "a thorn in the flesh," but "the apple of my eye!" When one is a "thorn" and the other is an "apple," we will be patient until the differences are harmonized. When the differences are harmonized, we will begin to understand that each of us, and sometimes all of us together, is a human being with human frailties; imperfect ashlar desiring to be divested of the vices and superfluities of life. When the rough places are made plain, harmony prevails; and harmony is the strength and support of all institutions, more especially of ours. Then and only then can we and do we "work for the good of Masonry." Therefore, I challenge you, should you see a Brother as "a thorn in the flesh," be

60c

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

patient and tolerant. He may become "the apple of your eye"; if not, see him as another human frailty who needs to be heard with compassion. When one listens, one usually learns. When one learns, the problem is usually solved. The Grand Master's traditional sixty-five district meetings were anticipated to be a time when fellowship would be enjoyed, when learning would be exciting, and when dedication to Freemasonry would be renewed. I did indeed and perhaps naively expect the district meetings to be "A Celebration of Freemasonry in North Carolina." I have always felt that the best of Freemasonry, who we are and what we are about, should be shared with family and friends. Perhaps the idea of Masonic district meetings open to the public was premature. But one must remember that a leader must not only leave some things as they are; if he leads, he will remove the weeds, toil in new soil, and plant new seeds. He many even dare to move into the shadows of the yet unknown. At least, by faith, he runs the risk that there are different and perhaps better ways to accomplish the same results, sometimes more quickly. Trying to analyze and determine why the poor attendance at the early district meetings made the district meetings "a thorn in the flesh," when I anticipated them to be "the apple of my eye." Perhaps my goals were unrealistic. I thought, surely, they were attainable. After all, leader's goals need to be a little beyond the ordinary. At any rate, there is no place within the Masonic fraternity for lethargy and hostility toward change. From time immemorial Freemasonry has been designed to provide spiritual experiences that effect philosophical changes in how one perceives himself and his fellowman, in how one works by himself and how he works in conjunction with his fellowman to create within his society "a beautiful system of ... pure morality ... pure religion ... brotherly love ... exalted benevolence." Memorizing catechisms and lectures, crossing the t's and dotting the i's, may make for perfect drama; but perfect drama that fails "to make good men better" still falls short of its intended purpose. If one is to "encourage all that is good, kind, and charitable"; and especially if one is to "reprove all that is vicious, cruel, and oppressive"; then one must take his light out of the lodge and let it shine every so brightly and unashamedly in the world of darkness. Freemasonry is a spiritual experience and therefore a religious experience and is subsequently of ultimate importance to the man who would become Mason. When a good man becomes a better man, so does his society. The district meetings revealed the importance of the Masonic Family: Blue Lodge, York Rite, Scottish Rite, Shrine, DeMolay, Order of the Eastern Star, Rainbow Girls, and Job's Daughter. It was indeed a celebration, not "a thorn in the flesh," but "the apple of our eye!" I therefore challenge you to meet the Grand Master at his district meeting to show your respect for the Grand East, if not your approval of the Grand Master's program. "The apple of our eye" has long been Oxford Orphanage. However, for the last several years it has been "a thorn in the flesh." Several things have made it so: a too frequent change in the top leadership; year-to-year deficit spending: over $800,000 from 1979-1983; misunderstanding of the authority of the Board of Directors and of the Board's relationship to the Grand Lodge; and strongly felt differences of opinion as to which is the best for the children: public school or private school. The vast majority of children's homes across the state have discovered the wisdom of their children's attending the public school in the community. Changing one phase of child care at a children's home is not going to annihilate the whole of the child care program. If the child care program at Oxford Orphanage is that weak, then we do not have very much about which to boast. Further, if allowing the children at Oxford Orphanage to attend the public schools will destroy Freemasonry in North Carolina, then the vast majority of the Brethren in this grand jurisdiction are not the stalwart Masons we thought; and we are far too far from Masonic maturity so necessary to saving society, not to mention redeeming and saving our fraternity. No, Oxford Orphanage is not "a thorn in the flesh." With all the necessary changes in the administration of child care, Oxford Orphanage is now what it always has been,

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

61c

and shall still forever be, "the apple of our eye" -=-- children to be held dear, an institution to be treasured. The Masonic and Eastern Star Home "the apple of our eye" for those senior citizens fortunate enough to live there, offers a security not likely to be equalled, both from the standpoint of room and board, and medical care. Operating the retirement home is a joint effort between the Masons and the Eastern Stars. The financial responsibility is shared with Masons at sixty percent and the Stars at forty percent. Therefore, close and clear communication between the two fraternal bodies is extremely important to the harmonious operation of the institution. Like a husband and wife who both deposit their earned income into a joint banking account: when conflict arises, slight or serious, each become suspect. Who deposited how much and who spent how much? Unless communication is close and clear, serious problems could result. So it is with the Masons and the Stars. With Masons perennially short of their sixty percent, we become suspect. Accusations are exchanged. In our defense we then view the Order of the Eastern Star as "a thorn in the flesh." I suggest to you that with increased gratitude for the innumerable and beneficial contribution of the Stars on a local lodge level and at retirement home, close and clear communication will remain effective. When it does, not only the Masonic and Eastern Star Home, but the Order of the Eastern Star, will continue to be "a thorn in the flesh," but "the apple of our eye," institutions to be held dear and to be treasured. For years before 1980, the North Carolina Masonic Foundation lay dormant. Peering into the distance, Most Worshipful Brother Nelson B. Banks and the Board of General Purposes saw that the future is closer than we though. The need for additional endowment of Oxford Orphanage and the Masonic and Eastern Star Home was indeed close at hand. The challenge of ten million dollars in ten years quickly became "the apple of our eye." For some of the Brethren, however, asking for more money is another "thorn in the flesh." Yet, asking for a mere twenty dollars a year from at least fifty thousand of nearly seventy-three thousand Masons is ridiculously simple, but apparently quite complicated financially. Giving is the result of a charitable attitude. Hundreds of Brethren, many lodges, and several districts have caught the charitable spirit and have experienced the exciting joy of "doing for others what they would like done for them" under similar circumstances. If a little child desperate for substitute parents and a family, if an aging mother or dad desperate for the security of shelter, food and medical care: if these do not charge a Brother's emotions to charity, I pity his insensitivity and his selfishness. No, the North Carolina Masonic Foundation, like Oxford Orphanage and the Masonic and Eastern Start Home, is not "a thorn in the flesh," but "the apple of our eye," something held dear and something to be treasured. I therefore challenge you to give your two hundred dollars, and more, and you will be caring for little children and teenagers, for elderly men and women, as long as time shall last. And "great will be your reward in heaven!" Perhaps some of the brethren in some of the lodges saw "The Standard of Masonic Excellence" as "a thorn in the flesh." It was "the apple of my eye." Every lodge needs a reasonable challenge. The challenge was there in the standard. If a lodge honestly met the criteria of the "Standard of Masonic Excellence," that lodge would indeed by a healthy lodge. Excellence in ritual guarantees impressive lodge and degree work. Excellence in education guarantees properly informed candidates and Masonically informed Brethren. Excellence in caring guarantees financial gifts to Oxford Orphanage, to the Masonic and Eastern Star Home, and to the North Carolina Masonic Foundation. Ritual, education, caring are not only the suggested mandates of a Grand Master; they are the necessary mandates of Masonry, if Freemasonry is to have a healthy survival. I therefore challenge you to strive for Masonic excellence, with or without a stated standard or a given award. Activities growing out of our Masonic obligations must not be thought of as "thorns in the flesh," but "as apples of our eye": work, true

62c

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

and square, to be held dear, to be treasured, Remember, the Masonic process makes good men better! We are a Masonic Family: Blue Lodge, York Rite, Scottish Rite, Shrine, DeMolay, Order of the Eastern Star, Rainbow Girls, Job's Daughter's. When all of us communicate effectively and cooperate willingly, no brother or sister, no appendant Masonic body, and no Masonic institution need be "a thorn in the flesh" of another. When we inhale the breath of our Masonic obligations, the young and the elderly are cared for, medical research continues, the blind are made to see, public education is propagated, the aphasiac and the dyslexic make progress, cripples walk, the burned are healed - and life goes on to the glory of God! No, Freemasonry is not "a thorn in the flesh." Freemasonry is "the apple of our eye." I challenge you to keep it that way! I want now most sincerely to thank every person, the "thorn" and the "apple," who in any way during the past twenty-seven years influenced my life for good, who tolerated my weaknesses and encouraged my strengths, who forgave my mistakes and affirmed my successes, who made me a better man and a better Mason. With my love and gratitude I bless all of you, each and everyone. Thank you so very, very much.

ULTRA-CONSERVATISM RESTRICTS ACTIVITIES

MICHIGAN: Grand Master Elect Sands delivered this address at the 1985 Grand Lodge Communication, and whether or not you agree with him, still, after reading his address, you can't help but ask the question "are we selling Masonry too cheap?" Brothers, the first thing I wish to do is to ask each of you to, in your imagination, look in a mirror. What you see is the leadership of Freemasonry in this jurisdiction. Without you, it isn't going to go any place. The future of Freemasonry is indeed in your hands. What I'm going to ask of you this morning is to fulfill your obligations to the best of your ability and your Grand Lodge Officers have committed themselves to do the same, and it's only in so doing that Freemasonry is going to be able to rise to the vitality which it once was in this country. I want to talk to you particularly this morning about one of the very real dangers which Freemasonry faces and a danger which is very prevalent right here in this cathedral. The danger in any gathering is that the ultra-conservatives will take over, and this is a luxury which Freemasonry today can no longer tolerate. In order for you to understand what I have in mind, I would like to ask each one of you when you go home today to practice combating ultra conservatism. Each of you has a mattress at home. On that mattress is a tag. It says "do not remove." I would like each of you, when you go home today, to tear that tag off. Live it up. Go ahead. Nobody is going to prosecute you. You don't have to worry about going to jail. That tag is on there because you're too blooming conservative to tear it off. See what happens when you tear the tag off, Brothers, and that's exactly what I'm going to ask you to do in regard to the leadership of your Lodges, is to tear the tag off. That's the only way in which Freemasonry is going to go anyplace in this jurisdiction. I want you to dare to lead, dare to be different, dare to challenge your membership to put into practice the tenets of the institutions. One of the real dangers is the one that I have just spoken to, that the ultraconservatives will take over our Grand Lodge and our Lodges. How man of you at your Annual Communication have had the proposal to raise your dues turned down because a man has stood up and several men have stood up and said, "You can't do that because there are Brothers on fixed incomes and they can't afford to pay those dues, they're already paying as much as they can possibly pay," but I have never heard such a man say, "But I would be willing to pay their dues for them in the best interests of this Lodge." You never hear that. You don't hear that man practicing the tenets of Freemasonry. He is using the men, the Brothers

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

63c

on fixed incomes as an excuse for his not supporting this Lodge, and that has to stop. Brethren, the biggest problem we have in this State, I am convinced is that our Lodge officers are so constrained by a lack of resources for quality programs that they fall into the habit of doing nothing, because this Lodge can't afford it. That has to stop. When you get back to your Lodges, take a close look at your Lodge budget, and if they do not permit quality programing, if they don't have built into them charity for the community, then it's time that those budgets were changed, and it's time that your membership was challenged to pay its just bills and stop this nonsense about letting George do it. How many of your Lodges are being forced to run lotteries and to put on spaghetti dinners or breakfasts in order to literally pay the bills? What you're asking is for a few men to pay the bills for the remainder of the membership. That's exactly what's happening, and it has to stop. One of the lessons of Freemasonry is that a man has to be responsible, and among others things that means he is responsible for paying his own bills, and it's time that we lead our membership in that direction. Let me be rather specific. When I was raised a Master Mason in 1964, my Lodge had free dinners at the Master Mason's Degree. We traveled all over the State and thought nothing about hiring a bus to take the Craft team to put on the Degrees. Long ago, both of these activities stopped because Golden Rule Lodge does not have enough money in it treasury to pay for a bus to go to Jackson or Union Lake or heaven forbid, Traverse City. Now, why not? We don't have free dinners at our Master Mason's Degrees anymore. Who is the loser for this? The membership of that Lodge. Who is the cause of it? The leadership. Somehow or other, ultra-conservatism has taken over your Lodges. All you have to do is look at your Lodge dues. They have fallen further and further behind the cost of living. The result is you can no longer afford the activities which promote brotherly love, relief, and for that matter, truth. We're lying to ourselves when we say we can't afford any more dues. Most of your Lodge dues are less than it would cost you to take your wife out to dinner in a quality restaurant. lf that is all Freemasonry is worth to you, then Brothers, maybe you ought to get out of Freemasonry. Something is wrong. One of the best things and remedies that Freemasonry needs today is for everybody to go home and double and triple their dues and then turn around and use that money for relief and remit the dues of those Brothers who are indeed on fixed incomes and can not pay them. That's part of Freemasonry, brotherly love, relief, and it's time we practiced it. Go back and double those dues and remit the dues of those Brothers on fixed incomes. Stand there proud for having practiced that tenet of Freemasonry, and then charge your leadership with putting on quality programs and stop this nonsense of having boring meetings which do nothing but read the minutes and approve them and conduct the repetitive business of the Lodge or confer repetitive rituals with no effort and good and wholesome instruction and an explanation for the Brothers on the sidelines. No wonder our Lodges don't have any sidelines. The Brothers have exercised the greatest freedom this country had to offer. It's called freedom of the feet, and if you don't think that's a great freedom, you just stop and think. You don't have to do anything that you don't want to do. What a fantastic freedom that is. The citizens of our totalitarian countries will never have that freedom. Can you fault your membership for exercising it? When they're nor receiving a program of interest to them, that is constructive and contains wholesome Masonic instruction, can you fault them for not returning to your Lodge? I don't think so. lf we want to turn the activities of Freemasonry around in this State, we're going to have to provide that to do and wholesome instruction. We're going to have to provide those worthwhile programs that will bring our membership back. Spend $350 to bring a quality Masonic speaker in. We have some Past Grand Masters in this jurisdiction, Past Grand Masters in the neighboring jurisdictions who will fly in here with a personal pilot, and I guarantee you in 15 minutes they would have the membership that's at

64c

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

the dinner in your Lodge on their feet applauding and cheering. They are quality Masonic speakers. Make use of them, my Brethren, and lay aside that excuse that your Lodge does not have money to pay for quality programing. It has it, if the membership wants it, and you have to lead to make you Lodge Masonic. To provide that good and wholesome instruction and the opportunity for your membership to enjoy brotherly love, to e~oy personalized charity, where they go out and do the work. Your membership needs to work shoulder to shoulder with one another for a good cause. Give them that opportunity. That is a challenge which you took when you became Masters of your Lodges. Remember that. Take advantage of every opportunity. Our own Lodge found out that a widow up in Lansing - and my Lodge is in Ann Arbor, mind you - wanted very much to have a suspended ceiling put in her basement but she didn't think she could afford it. The Lodge voted to go up there and put that suspended ceiling in her basement, and we made arrangements to go up and do that and she had too much pride to turn us down. We couldn't take very many people because we couldn't work with that many people in the basement, so four of us went in there, took a couple of trucks with building materials and put that suspended ceiling in for her. She fed us lunch on that particular day, and when it came time for us to leave, she said "What do lowe you," and we answered, "How about a big kiss," and that's what she paid us. Do you think that there were four prouder men? No way. We had a Brother over on the western side of the State, as you all probably know, who came home from Christmas shopping this last year to find his house, with his daughter in it, burned to the ground. The Brethren over on the western side of the State put their shoulders to the wheel. That Brother received the relief and the assistance which he needed, and I'm very proud to say he received it from your Grand Lodge as well. I was in Livingston Lodge No. 76 a couple of weeks ago at a spaghetti dinner. As you know, there are four Lodges in that area, Livingston, Brighton, Howell, and Fowlerville that banded together and accepted the challenge of supporting the Special Olympics in that area. They do it by putting on spaghetti dinners. In that particular instance, Livingston Lodge, of which I am now a dual member because Sands has gone to Hell, as everybody predicted, but that's where I live, my Brothers, so if any of you are coming looking for your Grand Master, that's where you'll find him. I live over there in the Pinckney Recreation area, and so I joined Livingston Lodge. It was my pleasure to go down and work on that spaghetti dinner. That Lodge paid for the food, for that spaghetti dinner, so that every penny that came in at the door went for the Special Olympics. They collected some $2,000 that night, and coupled with the added donations from their membership, they were able to turn over to the Special Olympics a very big check for their support. The Brothers from Fowlerville, Howell, Brighton were all there with their sleeves rolled up, working right alongside of the Brethren of Livingston Lodge. Don't you think that that Lodge and those Lodges have a spirit of brotherly love and friendship? Those are exactly the kinds of activities that need to take place in our Lodges. Those are the challenges which we need to take to our membership, and those are the opportunities which we must give them. I would ask each of you when you go back to your Lodges, to upgrade the programming for your Lodges. Bring in those quality speakers, introduce those Table Lodges, have a program of good wholesome instruction at each and everyone of your communications, and finally, my Brothers, charge your membership to practice out of the Lodge those tenets that they have been taught in it. If you want a charge, just look - if you open up your Operation Uplift, you will find a charge that you can use for your membership. Do so. In the Planning for the East, and Lodge System of Education booklets that our Service and Education Committee has distributed, there is another charge, and if you support those books - and by the way, they will be out in the foyer for you to look at - if you support those three-ring binders, you will find charges galore for you to use for your membership in exactly that same spirit.

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

65c

I want to share with you this charge, my Brothers, and see if you don't feel that you would enjoy hearing this as a member on the sidelines of your Lodge. "Brethren, the ways of virtue are beautiful. Knowledge is attained by degrees. Wisdom dwells with contemplation. There we must seek her. Let us then apply ourselves with becoming zeal to the practice of the excellent principles inculcated by the Craft. Let us ever remember that the great objects of our fraternity are the restraint of improper attitudes and passions, the cultivation of an active benevolence, and the promotion of a correct knowledge of the duty we owe to God, our neighbor and ourselves. Let us cultivate the great moral virtues which are laid down on our Masonic trestleboard, and improve in everything that is good, amiable and usefuL"

YOUTH ACTMTIES

ARIZONA: This report of the Youth Committee discusses the status of the youth groups in that state, and makes some recommendations for increased support: Brethren: Each year your Youth Committee has given a report on the three Masonic youth groups in Arizona and if you look back at the proceedings, the reports are always the same - the youth organizations are all doing fine but they need us to attend their meetings, they need adult advisors and they need financial assistance. So, we approve the sum of $100.00 and make a mental note to visit them the next time we get a chance and then we wait until next year and another report. Well, our report is not much different than the last ten years that I researched the proceedings. The three youth organizations are still looking for adult leaders and finances are still tight. But, there are some changes we are proposing this year in both of these areas. I hope each of you will approve of them. Following is a status report on each of the youth groups. Under the able leadership of Mrs. Dorthy Biaett, Rainbow for Girls has been a very active and quality organization in Arizona. There are 33 assemblies on the rolls at present with nine of these in desperate need of adult leadership. During the last year, two assemblies were closed because there were no adults to run the programs. Mrs. Janice Jones is the Grand Guardian of Job's Daughters this year and she states that her biggest concern is adult leadership for her Bethels. Financial support is the No.2 concern to complete projects that they have no funds for. There are 18 Bethels in the State. I am the Executive Officer of DeMolay in Arizona and we are very pleased with the quality of young men that are working with us today. The great news is that they are sticking around and helping us run the organization when they become 21 and that's exciting. The average age is 15 1/2 and currently we have 894 DeMolays in 13 chapters from Holbrook to Yuma to Sierra Vista. In 1983, we were No. 2 in membership standings in the U.S. In 1984, we were No.5 out of 59 jurisdictions. Even though we are doing very well in the membership standings we are still declining in number by 125 young men per year. At the end of 1984, four chapters were closed because we could find no advisors to run the programs. When our DeMolays turn 21, we are getting a large number of them into Masonry, 33 in 1983 and before we lost count in 1984 we were up to 16. At no time in our history has supervision and proper guidance been so important than it is today. With our high divorce rate and a large amount of single parent families trying to work and raise a family, we find that the teenagers are left alone to fend for themselves. Getting through school, having a part-time job, peer pressure plus the 100 other things that are available for young men and young ladies. Because of these problems, suicide is on a dramatic increase in this country. They are crying for someone to listen to them and we are so busy that we don't have the time. Rainbow, Job's Daughters and DeMolay can give them worthwhile activities for their

66c

THE WORLD OF MASONRY

1986

leisure time with adults who will listen to their dreams and their fears. They can also meet with other young men and ladies that are trying to discover the joys of youth. For those of you who are working with our youth groups, I thank you and appreciate your assistance. For those of you who are not, these three organizations need your help by getting involved with the youth in your community. Sponsor or support an assembly, a Bethel, or a DeMolay chapter. These are the finest youth organizations in the world and we need to commit ourselves by doing all that we can to help them. Based on our findings, the youth committee would therefore recommend: 1. That the Master of each lodge appoint a youth committee to see if a Rainbow Assembly, a Job's Daughter Bethel or a DeMolay Chapter could be sponsored or supported by their lodge. 2. That these youth committees work with and assist the three youth organizations in finding adults to help in their programs. 3. That the question - "Have you or your children been members of a Masonic youth group and if so which one?" - be added to the petition that each candidate receives when he joins Freemasonry. 4. That the Grand Lodge of Arizona donate $1,000.00 to each of these Masonic youth groups. The funds to be used in such a way that the young men and ladies will know that the funds came from the Grand Lodge of Arizona. 5. That this committee be continued and that the sum of $75.00 be budgeted for the expenses of this youth committee for the coming 1985/86 year. One hundred years from now it will not matter how big a car you drove, how large your bank account was or how big a house you lived in but the world will be different because you were important in the life of our youth. PE;\I:\lSYLVANIA YOUTH FOUNDATION

Brother Thomas R. Labagh, Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Youth Foundation, presented the following report: Right Worshipful Grand Master and Brethren: There is so much good news to report about our youth support program that it is going to take three of us this evening to tell you about it. The enthusiasm and excitement, yes, excitement, with which our new film has been embraced is of the utmost importance. "Transitions," produced through the generosity of Corinthian-Philo Lodge No. 368, has been shown to more than 60 groups and over 3,100 people since mid-January, and we are averaging 24 bookings each month through June. Each showing helps to bring the warmth and vitality of our Masonic-related youth groups to those who may not have had the chance to share it in the past, and it is telling the story of the Youth Foundation in an enjoyable presentation. The latest issue of the "Pennsylvania Youth Foundation Newsletter" was mailed yesterday to Lodge Representatives to the Pennsylvania Youth Foundation with information to share at future Lodge meetings. Worshipful Masters are encouraged to include their Youth Foundation Representative in each monthly agenda for a short update on the latest activities and sharing of information about Rainbow, DeMolay and Job's Daughters. Plans are underway to produce a full-color brochure about the Pennsylvania Youth Foundation to assist in promoting its activities and to encourage gifts through wills and bequests. The funding for this brochure has been graciously provided by Lodge No.9 through the encouragement of the Right Worshipful Grand Master. A June publication date is expected. I am pleased to report that a special membership recruitment incentive program for the Order of DeMolay, begun through the support of the Grand Lodge and several devoted Appendant Bodies, is proving successful. The goal of initiating 600 new members in 9 months is reachable, and at the end of 5 months, over 360

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

67c

new members had been brought into the Order. The incentives include several educational trips to the DeMolay Supreme Council meetings and to the DeMolay Headquarters in Kansas City. The most popular incentive provides a rebate of $25.00 from the Annual Conclave Registration cost which will be nearly $85.00 per boy this year. Already 56 young men have earned this rebate by bringing at least 2 of their friends into DeMolay. Just by generating a little excitement, our goals become easily reachable. Our short history has taught us that enthusiasm and excitement are our greatest assets. We learn much from the past, as is the case with this short tale. History has recorded that a committee called on President Abraham Lincoln one day to discuss a national problem. After listening to them for a while, the President decided that they hadn't done their homework and that their case was built on a lot of suppositions, and more than a little imagination. He felt they were either not leveling with him about the facts or else they were not being honest with themselves about the situation. After listening to them, Lincoln said, "How many legs would a sheep have if you called its tail a leg?" "Five legs, of course," they each answered. "No," said 'Honest Abe,' "It would only have four. Calling a tail a leg doesn't make it one." How right Lincoln was. Unless we honestly assess a situation, how can we ever hope to find a solution to the problem it poses. My point is this; there are leaders of some of our Lodges who say, "We have no youth group meeting in or near our community so we have no need to support the Pennsylvania Youth Foundation." Brethren, I believe they are only fooling ourselves. Our Masonic Fraternity must begin to garner new interest among men if it is to prosper. "Prqject Solomon II" is this Grand Jurisdiction's opportunity to take immediate action toward survival into the 21 st Century. The Pennsylvania Youth Foundation and the related public awareness programs are our opportunities to take long-term action toward perpetuating our Fraternity by providing a natural base of new young talent to join our ranks when eligible. The Pennsylvania Youth Foundation is not the only road to the future ... to contend that would be like giving a fifth leg to a sheep ... but it is one on which we have embarked and already made considerable progress. Have you ever tried to push a barrel up a hill? You start out strong, but for all your progress, you don't gain much momentum. The further up you go, the more difficult it becomes. To get that barrel up the hill you need to give it a second effort and work even harder to reach the top. Thus, it is important now, more than ever, that every Lodge and every Appendant Body gets involved in supporting the work of the Pennsylvania Youth Foundation and our Masonic-related youth groups. It is time for the second effort! Right Worshipful Grand Master, your personal continued interest, enthusiasm, excitement and support is truly inspirational to us all and has helped us rededicate ourselves to the important tasks which lie ahead. We look forward to serving you and this Grand Lodge in the months to come.

INDEX Attendance and Membership: 3c Back to Basics: 4c Blue?: 7c Catholicism and Freemasonry: 8c Certificate of Proficiency: 8c Change - Do we need it?: 8c Computers: 9c Condition of the Craft: 12c Criminal Law Convictions: 17c Criticisms of the Craft: 18c DeMolay: 19c Education: 22c Financial: 24c Five Masonic Thoughts: 25c Foreign Correspondent's Report: 27c Foreign Grand Lodges: 28c Fraternal Relations: 29c Funeral Services: 3lc Lambskin Apron: 31c Masonic Calendar: 32c Masonic Education: 32c

Master Calendar: 35c Master Rituals: 35c Membership: 36c Newsletter: 37c Non-payment of Dues: 37c Parroting: 37c Prepaid Life Memberships: 38c Preserving Masonic Light: 38c Prince Hall Masonry: 40c Progress of Freemasonry: 4lc Project Solomon II: 43c Publicity: 45c Respectable, Regular, and Uniform: 46c Ritual: 47c Ritual - How much is enought?: 50c State of the Craft: 52c Survey of Attitudes: 58c Thorn in the Flesh: 59c Ultra Conservatism: 62c Youth Activities: 65c

69c

INDEX FOR 1986 PROCEEDINGS ADDRESS OF GRAND MASTER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Acknowledgements 18 Area Meetings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Conclusion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Conferences and Grand Lodge Visits 12 Consents and Permissions 17 Cornerstone and Dedications 17 Disaster and Relief. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Dispensations 17 Dist. Dep. Grand Masters & Dist. Dep. Grand Lecturers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Grand Lodge Office 15 Grand Master's Breakfast. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Grand Master's Itinerary 1985-1986 20 Healings 17 The Masonic Family 15 The Masonic Home - Western Unit.. . . .. . . . 12 Necrology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Memorial Service 14 Recommendations 17 16 Rulings, Decisions, and Directives Special Events 18 State of the Craft 10 Trial Commissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Alphabetical List of Lodges 175 Amendments of By-Laws ADOPTED by Grand Lodge at 1986 Annual Communication In re: Section 1.010. Time and Place 103 In re: Section 5.010. Standing Committees 105, 106 In re: Section 5.191. youth 104 In re: Section 11.020. Support of Petitions 106 In re: Section 11.030. Petitioners. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 106, 107 In re: Section 11.050. Membership of Petitioners 107 In re: Section 11.100. No Transfer of Single Membership from Lodge Under Dispensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 107, 108 Amendments of By-Laws REJECTED by Grand Lodge at 1986 Annual Communication In re: Section 2.040(s). Grand Secretaries Duties - Instructive Mtgs. 109 Amendment of Constitution REJECTED by Grand Lodge at 1986 Annual Communication In re: Section 2.01 of ARTICLE III. Officers Ill, 112 Amendments of By-Laws "TABLED" (withheld from consideration) at the 1986 Annual Communication In re: Section 4.070. District Education Officer 103, 104 In re: Section 5.192. Long Range Planning 104, 105 Amendments of By-Laws PROPOSED at 1986 Annual Communication to Lie Over for Action at 1987 Annual Communication In re: Section 3. 110. Disaster Relief 163 In re: Section 4.020. District Deputy Grand Masters 163 In re: Section 4.040. District Deputy Grand Lecturers 164 In re: Section 4.050(c) District Deputy Grand Lecturer - Powers and Duties 164 In re: Section 4.060. Lodges of Instruction 53, 54 In re: Section 5.010. Standing Committees 165 In re: Section 10.050. Annual Returns. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 53

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

Announcements of M.W. Grand Master-Elect P. Vincent Kinkead TIME and PLACE of 166th Annual Communication (September 1987) 85 Appointments 165 Biographical Sketch of M.W. Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich i Board of Directors of Masonic Home of Missouri (1985-1986) 27 Board of Directors of Masonic Home of Missouri (1986-1987) 172 Call From Labor 23, 86 Call To Labor 25, 88 Call To Order 5, 24 CEREMONIAL PRESENTATION OF CONTRIBUTIONS FOR THE GRAND LODGE DISASTER RELIEF FUND................................... 85 Closing 167 District Deputy Grand Lecturers (1986-1987) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 173 District Deputy Grand Masters (1986-1987) 173 58, 85, 108 Election of Grand Lodge Officers Election of Masonic Home Directors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 133 Fifty-Year Button Recipients During Year 1985-1986 Grand Lodge Dinner 87 Grand Lodge Officers (1985-1986) 2,3 Grand Lodge Officers (1986-1987) 166, 168, Back Cover Grand Master's Award - Lodge of Merit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 67 Grand Representatives Appointed and Recommended 126, 152 Grand Representatives To and From Missouri 221 Grand Secretary's Tabular Statement 188 Honor Lodges - GRAND LODGE ACHIEVEMENT AWARD. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 63 Honor Lodges - GRAND MASTER'S AWARD (Masonic Home) 67 Honor Lodges - TEN YEAR GRAND LODGE ACHIEVEMENT AWARD 87 Installation 166 Installing Officers Grand Lodge Officers for 1986-1987 166 Introductions Board of Directors and Staff of Masonic Home of Missouri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 District Deputy Grand Lecturers 8 District Deputy Grand Masters .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Grand Lodge Officers (1985-1986) 5 Grand Masters and Past Grand Master of Other Grand Lodges 7 Grand Officers of Other Grand Lodges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Past Grand Masters of Missouri 6 Representatives of Organizations of THE MASONIC FAMILY of Missouri .. 7, 8 Jurisprudence Committee Report On Consents, Permissions, and Healing Orders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 103 On Decisions III On Dispensations '" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 103 Kinkead, P. Vincent - GRAND MASTER 1986-1987 Announcement of TIME and PLACE of 1987 Annual Communication 85 Installation Address 166 Photograph 230 Report of the Masonic Home of Missouri. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 25 List of Elected Officers of the Grand Lodge, A.F. and A.M. of Missouri From Its Organization: April 23, 1821 224 Lodge Directory by Districts 201 Masonic Home of Missouri Contributions at Grand Lodge 49 Officers, Directors, Staff (1985-1986) 27

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Officers, Directors, Staff (1986-1987) 172 Recognition of Lodges of Merit and Presentation of GRAND MASTER'S AWARD 67 Report '25 Messages and Greetings 9 Missouri Lodge of Research Annual Communication................................................. 86 Officers (1986-1987) 173 Report................................................................. 49 Nominations for Masonic Home Board of Directors 9 Numerical List of Lodges 181 Opening................................................................. 6 Other Appointments The Auditor 171 Liaison Officers to Youth Organizations 171 Past Grand Masters of Missouri - Living 171 Past Grand Secretary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 172 Past Grand Treasurer , 172 Photographs Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich (1985-1986) Frontispiece Grand Master P. Vincent Kinkead (1986-1987) 230 Grand Lodge Officers (1985-1986) 2 Masonic Home Board of Directors and Eastern Star Grand Chapter Advisory Board............................................................. 26 Presentations to: Lodges of Merit - GRAND MASTER'S AWARD (Plaques) 67 M.W. Grand Master P. Vincent Kinkead (1986-1987) 166 M.W. Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich (1985-1986) 167 Retiring Members of Masonic Home Board of Directors 8, 9 Proficiency Cards and Certificates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Recognition of Lodges of Merit and Presentation of GRAND MASTER'S AWARD 67 Remarks M.W. Grand Master Charles E. Scheurich 23, 88, 113, 150 M.W. Grand Master P. Vincent Kinkead 166 RW. Deputy Grand Master P. Vincent Kinkead 49, 85, 165 M.W. Past Grand Master Earl K. Dille , 163 M.W. Past Grand Master J. C. Montgomery, Jr. 60 M.W. Past Grand Master Paul C. Bush of Arkansas , 97 M.W. Grand Master Harold R Barkley of Iowa 85 M.W. Grand Master Durward C. Danielson of Kansas...................... 85 M.W. Grand Master Charles W. Amidon of Nebraska...................... 85 M.W. Grand Master Paul H. Dorsey of Oklahoma......................... 54 R.W. Grand Secretary Albert O. Arnold, Jr., of Kansas 97 Gordon Wilson, Jr., Grand Representative of Missouri near Alberta, Canada. 161 RW. Brother Blair C. Mayford, Most Illustrious Grand Master of Grand Council of Cryptic Masons of Missouri 85 Wor. Brother Oren J. Hardman, Grand Commander of the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of Missouri , 114 Wor. Brother James E. Anderson, Most Excellent Grand High Priest of the Royal Arch Grand Chapter of Missouri 151 Edith Burnett, Worthy Grand Matron of the Grand Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star , 24 Wor. Brother Ray E. Osborne, Worthy Grand Patron of the Grand Chapter of Missouri, Order of the Eastern Star 121

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1986

Wor. Brother Robert L. Campbell, President of Missouri Association of High Twelve Clubs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Brother Edwin L. Andler, Associate Grand Guardian, International Order of job's Daughters R.W. Brother Albert L. Howe, Past Supreme Associate Grand Guardian, International Order of job's Daughters Nelda R. Kaeser, Grand Guardian, International Order of job's Daughters .. Miss Barbara Smith, Grand Bethel Representative and Past Honored Queen, International Order of job's Daughters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Eva Mae Fizer, Grand Worthy Advisor, International Order of Rainbow for Girls............................................................... Report of the Auditor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Report of the Grand Lecturer Report of the Grand Secretary Frank A. Arnold Fifty-Year Button Recipients During Year 1985-1986 Terry C. Alexander Supplemental Report of Grand Secretary Frank A. Arnold Terry C. Alexander. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Report of the Grand Treasurer Report on Amount of Contributions by Lodges for the Grand Lodge Disaster Relief Fund Report of the Masonic Home of Missouri Report of the Missouri Lodge of Research Reports of Committees Appeals and Grievances Building Supervisory Board By-Laws Chartered Lodges Correspondence "THE WORLD OF MASONRY" Credentials 6, Entertainment of Distinguished Guests George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association Grand Lodge Office Building........ . .. .. Grand Master's Address , Minority Report jurisprudence Lodges Under Dispensation Masonic Boards of Relief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Masonic Education. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Honor Lodges (1985-1986) Ten Year Certificates Mileage and Per Diem Necrology. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Public Relations Public Schools Recognition of Foreign Grand Lodges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Relief and Charity Ritual Proficiency Cards and Certificates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Special Search ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Ways and Means Budget for Year October 15, 1986-0ctober 14, 1987 160, Youth

119 24 165 24 24 24 121 71 125 133 151 147 158 119 119 25 49 59 113 112 67 92 lc 161 159 101 90 54 55 103 97 97 62 63 87 162 114 96 91 90 94 73 74 88 160 161 118

1986

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Resolutions Presented and Adopted In re: STANDING RESOLUTION. "Special Committee for InvestigatioQ of Blanket Insurance" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 109, 110 Resolution Proposed at 1986 Annual Communication to Lie Over for Action at 1987 Annual Communication In re: STANDING RESOLUTION. "Work and Lectures Adopted" Res. 1869.102 110, III Scheurich, Charles E. - GRAND MASTER 1985-1986 Address 10 Biographical Sketch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i Photograph Frontispiece Presentation and Introduction 5 Presentation of Awards: Grand Lodge Achievement Award Medallions........................... 87 GRAND MASTER'S AWARD - (Masonic Home) .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 67 Ten Year Achievement Award Certificates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 87 The Truman Medal 87 Presentations to M.W. Brother Charles E. Scheurich 167 170,171 Special Committees (1986-1987) Standing Committees (1986-1987) 169, 170 THE TRUMAN MEDAL 87 "THE WORLD OF MASONRY" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . lc