May 2012
A FREE PUBLICATION TO MEMBERS & FRIENDS OF NELLIS LODGE 46
Baseball night is back! Meetings Tuesdays at 7:00 pm in the Masonic Memorial Temple 2200 West Mesquite Ave. (Rancho & US-95) Las Vegas, Nevada 89106 www.nellislodge46.org secretary@nellislodge46.org (702)387-0046
Dispensation: November 10, 1962 Chartered November 12, 1963 Volume 49 Issue No. 5 NELLIS LODGE NO. 46 F. & A.M. Printed 9 times a year
Most Worshipful
Hans J. Scheurer Grand Master of Masons in Nevada
PAST GRAND LODGE OFFICERS Most Worshipful Donald G. Hines* Past Grand Master of Masons in Nevada Most Worshipful William B. Berk Past Grand Master of Masons in Nevada Right Worshipful Dale K. Dean Sr. Past Junior Grand Warden, Grand Lodge of Nevada * Signifies a Deceased Brother
2011 Nellis Lodge Trustees 3 Year Michael J. Clark, P.M.
2 Year Arcangelo O. Cocco, P.M.
1 Year Gerald McCorkle, P.M.
Baseball is back! Nellis baseball night is May 17th at 7:05 pm, CASHMAN FIELD. Tickets are $12. See W. Bro. Jeff Byrne. Tickets are going fast so order yours early. 2
2012 Officer Line Scott Keiser (Kelly) wmaster@nellislodge46.org
Worshipful Master (702) 465-8633
W. Bro. Jeff Byrne, P.M. swarden@nellislodge46.org
Senior Warden (702)525-4395
Harold Scalzo, Jr. (Janet) jwarden@nellislodge46.org
Junior Warden (702)336-8461
W. Bro. John Feustel, PM (Paula) treasurer@nellislodge46.org
Treasurer (702) 379-2992
W. Bro. James T. Greely, PM (Alice) secretary@nellislodge46.org
Secretary (702) 604-5542
Miguel Zavala (Nichole) sdeacon@nellislodge46.org
Senior Deacon (702)578-1945
Jason Turner (Jennifer) jdeacon@nellislodge46.org
Junior Deacon (702)845-8768
W. Bro. Arcangelo Cocco, P.M. (Pam) chaplain@nellislodge46.org
Chaplain (702)339-5477
Christopher Rothwell (Mui) marshal@nellislodge46.org
Marshall (702)809-9616
Joseph Wines ssteward@nellislodge46.org
Senior Steward (702)513-4205
W. Bro. David Lublin, P.M. jsteward@nellislodge46.org
Junior Steward (702)858-1448
Frank Joseph (Wanda) tyler@nellislodge46.org
Tyler (702) 656-4564
Grant Jay mceremony@nellislodge46.org
Master of Ceremonies (702)210-6822
Kevin Lopez mcermony2@nellislodge46.org
Master of Ceremonies (480)323-8081
Travis Lindsey historian@nellislodge46.org W. Bro. R. Samuel Ruiz, P.M. dgl@nellislodge46.org
Historian (702)334-0254 Deputy Grand Lecturer (702)325-8075
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Nellis Lodge Past Masters
Albert Schouten Donald G. Hines* Albert W. Cutler* Joseph Bureski* Virgil M. Babbs* Ivan H. Joyce, Sr.* Herbert T. Edgar* Robert P. Braner* Woodrow W. Thompson* William B. Berk Robert E. Broughton Donald L. Vines Stuart E. Pirie* Richard C. Ehrensing* Walter T. Jones* Charles R. Rinehart* William J. Schoenholzer* Gerald H. McCorkle Robert B. Riggs Dale K. Dean Sr. Stephen M. Thompson Billy R. Huffman* John C. Richardson Theodore M. West* John W. Startt, III
1963 1964 1965 1966 1967 1968 1969 1970 1971 1972 1973 1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987
Alan J. Clark Harold R. Hamilton John Kiehlbaugh Gerry Cunningham* Bart Bonar Michael Holmstrom Craig Johnson Fred Barr Jeff Byrne Scutter Newton John Messana Andrew D. Craig Terry Robertson David Swallow John Feustel Sam Ruiz Franklin E. Merica Ray Troche James T. Greely John Gjonola Michael J. Clark Bjorn E. Sundquist Arcangelo O. Cocco Michael J. Clark
* Signifies a Deceased Brother Past Masters by Affiliation Albert Fischer Franklin E. Merica Shibli Sawalha Frank Fiedler David Lublin Frank Heyer
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1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011
Wow, what a busy month of April we had. I want to thank all those who participated to make April successful. We are going to try and start a new class on Masonic symbolism on the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30pm - to be held at the MMT in the Library. We will only hold this class on the months the lodge is not dark (unless those that participate make other arrangements). I just wanted to let everyone know that we Scott Keiser as a lodge are doing beautifully, you can be Worshipful Master truly proud. We still have a few problems with delinquencies and sadly we may be forced to let some of those brothers go. But, with that sad news the petitions keep rolling in and the lodge is growing in new membership. For this to be successful me must have more coaches and 4 to 6 more brothers to join are investigation committee. This will allow us to continue to grow smoothly and not suffer hiccups. Besides coaching is one of the greatest ways to get to know a man and one of our most important Masonic duties are investigating those men that wish to join our fraternity and lodge. May is such a beautiful month. The weather is great and Spring fever is everywhere. It is my hope that in the Spirit of this season we can bring that Energy to us. I hope to see all of you soon.
God Bless, Scott W.M.
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Thursday May 17th will be Nellis Lodges Annual Night Out with the 51’s, which also happens to be Dollar Beer Night. (I can hear Mel Allen saying “How about that..!”)Tickets are 12 dollars; each ticket comes with a voucher for a “Free” 51’s Ball Cap. The 51’s are donating back part of the proceeds of each ticket to Nellis Lodge’s Scholarship Fund…First person to purchase 20 Tickets will receive a LV 51’s Jersey (Size XL), 10 Tickets an actual Players Cap.
Senior Warden W. Bro. Jeff Byrne, P.M.
If we sell over 100 tickets there is a good possibility that we can see W. Scotts pitching arm on the “First Pitch”. Seating will be in section 11, behind home plate, in the shade, under the fans and misters!!!!! Come and enjoy a night of Fellowship/Fun with the members of our and other Masonic Lodges.. Make it a night out for the Family at the Ball Park, wives and kids are welcome to join in the fun!!!! Don't forget to bring a Friend or Friends!!!!! W. Jeff Byrne P.M. Senior Warden
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I would like to congratulate the new
Master Masons. During the months of May and June we have several extra activities for furthering the brotherhood and their families. On May 17 we have our annual baseball night. Tickets are 12 dollars; each ticket comes with a voucher for a “Free” 51’s Ball Cap. The 51’s are donating back part of the proceeds of each ticket to Nellis Lodge’s Scholarship Fund. Come see Worshipful Master Scott throw Junior Warden out the First Pitch. For tickets and more Harold Scalzo, Jr. information contact Worshipful Brother Jeff Byrne. On June 10 we will have our 3rd Annual Family Picnic at Floyd Lamb Park. It is a time enjoyed by all with Worshipful Brother John Gjonola “entertainer” in charge activities and prizes for the kids. I will have a signup sheet at our stated meeting. For more information contact Worshipful Brother Dave Lublin at (702) 858-1448 or Brother Harold Scalzo at (702) 336-8461. If you would like to bring your favorite food, Please do. Our last activity before we go dark is our table lodge on June 12. I hope see you and your families there. By the plumb Fraternally, Harold Junior Warden 7
Brother by brother Dressed well For a special event We stand at the door We were but warm And also cold Waiting there but not alone Reports were heard Entering then We’re stung as by a bee Then healed well by soothing word Knee shaking step is taking March unsteady All there can see our way but us We stop No one could show the way Then only God would light the day Now only to follow and trust We hobble forward Traveling about Doing all this to beg kind words
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One poor soul But not alone Now near our Master We look East And see the sun rising Our find our promise to be so great That now, when looking for the light In the night When we cannot see another We can still make out our brother
Travis Lindsey
INITIATION INTO SYMBOLISM Nellis Lodge #46 presents monthly evening meetings about “Masonic Symbolism.” These meetings are intended to be accessible to any brother regardless of his degree. There are no prerequisites. You will discover how to easily decipher symbols in order to find their hidden symbolism. You will be given some sample readings so that you can learn to understand the true essence of symbolism and what is called “esotericism”. You will be invited to conduct research on different subjects and share them during the meetings. At the end of the year, the group will present these researches in a booklet. The “Initiation into Symbolism” meetings will offer you a very good opportunity to be enlightened by a new understanding of the symbols you usually see around you in the temple. These meetings will be organized by Jean-Louis DE BIASI, an author who is published in several languages, and who is a current member of Nellis Lodge #46 and 32nd Scottish Rite, Valley of Las Vegas.
To enroll, please send an email to: jeanlouis@debiasi.org
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Nellis Lodge 3rd Annual Family Picnic At Floyd Lamb Park June 10th
11AM – 4PM RSVP
Worshipful Brother Dave Lublin (702) 858-1448
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Junior Warden Brother Harold Scalzo (702) 336-8461
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Sunday
Practice
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8 Master Mason Degree
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28 Masonic Fellowship.
22 Zelzah Shrine (FC if necessary)
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MMT Board 30 Meeting 6:30 in the Library
Child ID Fire Station 8-4
Class 6:30
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Wednesday
1 Masonic Stated Communication Symbolism
Tuesday
15 14 Entered Apprentice Degree
Child ID Painter Union hall 10-4
Practice
Oasis & 7 Daylite Lodges Stated meetings Practice
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Monday 3
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Masters & 31 Wardens meeting
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Baseball 17 Night 7:05pm 51’s at Cashman field
Scottish Rite Stated Meeting
Thursday
In the Forefront Spreading Light
May 2012 Friday
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Child ID Patterson Community 9-2
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12 11 Grand Lodge Education Seminar 8-5
4 Child ID at 5 Shrine MiniClinic Galleria
Saturday
THERE IS ONE DOWNSTAIRS UNIT AVAILABLE!! THE MASONIC MEMORIAL TEMPLE IS NOW OFFERING RENTAL STORAGE SPACE!! Conveniently located at the MMT this will be a first come first served opportunity for any Mason that needs a storage unit. Time is limited because when they’re gone THEY’RE GONE! Remember there is limited availability. If you are interested contact: TERRY ROBERTSON at 702-499-2242
DOWNSTAIRS!! 10’ X 13’ Call for price 7’ X 13’ $45 per month 7’ X 16’ $100 per month 14’ X 13’ $120 per month Other units also available
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Nellis Lodge No. 46 Bikes for Books Program Help encourage elementary school children to read! For more information contact W. Michael Clark, P.M. (702) 592-9249
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Dunnunique H. Ahmad
5/13
William B. Berk, P.G.M.
5/3
Phillip Bowden
5/20
Andrew D. Craig, P.M.
5/12
Brad Croft
5/3
Jason Cunningham
5/5
Gene Fabac
5/2
William Holland
5/24
James Larson
5/5
John Lastrer
5/14
Ernest Lawhead
5/19
Joseph M. Miller
5/1
Charles Munns
5/13
William Pollard
5/9
Michael Privitera
5/27
Craig Tomao
5/22
Donald Vines, P.M.
5/30
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2012 COMMITTEES COGNIZANCE W. Bro. Terry Robertson, W. Bro. David Swallow & W. Bro. John Gjonola DELINQUENCY W. Bro. James Greely, W. Bro. Scott Keiser, W. Bro. John Feustel, Bob Kinniburgh & W. Bro. Mike Clark. EDUCATION & INVESTIGATIONS W. Bro. Jerry McCorkle, Bro. Robert Kinniburgh TRESTLEBOARD Bro. Harold Scalzo, Jr., W. Bro. James Greely, TELEPHONE W. Bro Scott Keiser & All Line Officers FUNDRAISING W. Bro. David Lublin, W. Bro. Jeff Byrne & Harold Scalzo Jr. LONG RANGE PLANNING W. Bro. John Feustel HELLDORADO PARADE W. Bro. John Gjonola RUSTY NAIL & HIGH 12 CLUB W. Bro. David Swallow RITUAL & DEGREE W. Bro. Jeff Byrne, W. Bro. David Swallow, & W. Bro. Arcangelo Cocco
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