Leicester Square - Issue 24 (Winter 2010)

LEICESTER SQUARE THE OFFICIAL NEWSLET TER OF THE PROVINCIAL GRAND LODGE OF LEICESTERSHIRE & RUTL AND

ISSUE N O . 24 WINTER 2 010

News From

London Road Turn to Page 10

The Long Way Home

A Biker’s Tale Turn to Page 16

Welcome from the Provincial Grand Master Turn to Page 6

Sportsmen’s Evening Raises More Funds for the 2012 Festival Turn to Page 8

2012 FESTIVAL UPDATE • LIBRARY & MUSEUM, THE DOORS ARE OPEN! • ROYAL ARCH NEWS • CENTENARY CELEBRATIONS • AND MUCH MORE…

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Royal Arch Master Masons’ and New Exaltees’ Evening

Musical Soundbites Raises More Money for Royal Arch Charities

Annual Convocation of Provincial Grand Chapter

The Province of Leicestershire & Rutland was honoured by the presence of the Second Grand Principal, E. Comp. George P Francis at the Annual Convocation.

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Charnwood and Beacon Chapters host another successful event.

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Freemasons’ Hall Leicester, Tuesday, 30 th November 2010, 6.30pm

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ROYAL ARCH MATTERS

Contents On the 26 th of May 2010, the new Provincial Grand Master was installed.

Welcome from the PGM

PROVINCIAL GRAND MASTER

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2012 Festival Update

2012 FESTIVAL

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Sportsmen’s Evening Raises More Funds

The Festival has moved on in leaps and bounds, all of which is thanks to your generosity.

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Bradgate Lodge No.6596

Over 450 gentlemen attended a Sportsmen’s Dinner in the Caterpillar Suite at the Tiger’s stadium, Welford Road.

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Festive Board Pricing

LONDON ROAD NEWS

For the second successive year, Bradgate Lodge held a Golf Day and Evening Ball, at Kirby Muxloe Golf Club, in aid of the 2012 Festival.

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Library & Museum, The Doors are Open!

Over the past five years John Stew has raised the question of Festive Board pricing at Lodges.

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Live Cardiac Operation at Freemasons’ Hall

Although we have the most extensively resourced Masonic Library/Museum outside of Queen Street, many L&R Brethren are unaware of its contents and how they can access them to view or in some cases borrow some of the books.

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A Live Paediatric Cardiac Operation was watched in all the Dining Rooms of Freemasons’ Hall.

Inside this

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A Biker’s Tale

THE LONG WAY HOME

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A number of Masonic “Bikers” led by W. Bro Michael Robinson embarked on an historic six day 1,500 mile journey to visit all 17 RMBI Care Homes in England and Wales.

The Devonshire Court Ascot Day

DEVONSHIRE COURT

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St Martin’s Lodge

CENTENARY CELEBRATIONS

The Devonshire Court Ascot Day was held at the Home on the 19 th of June.

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A Welcome at Burns Night

MASONIC NEWS

A special meeting of the Lodge was held to celebrate 100 years since it’s consecration at Halford Street, 1910.

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Provincial Publications

130 masons assembled to witness a 3rd degree ceremony at the Lodge of Welcome (5664).

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Raising Money for the Leicester General Hospital

Publications that are available to be viewed and purchased, please see page 21 for further information.

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Guthlaxton Lodge and Morley Lodge members joined forces to put on an Indian Buffet.

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Henry Kukiewicz Leicester Square, Editor

stories to share with the rest of the brethren (& widows) and I will endeavour to publish as many as I practically can.

There is an indirect cost to you in producing this publication and if you have any contacts who would like to advertise, then please do get them to contact the publishers advertising staff direct. (contact details can be found to the right) The more advertising there is… then of course this reduces the cost to the Province.

Recent back copies of Leicester Square are available on the Provincial website or if you contact the Museum at London Road, there are spare copies lodged with them for loaning out.

Your comments are valuable to ensure that this publication remains fit for what you as a readership want?

Welcome It is some time since our last edition, which was held back in order to be able to report on summer activities, enable the new Provincial Grand Master to be installed and as you can see, produce a revised format which will hopefully meet with your approval?

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am likewise delighted to report that the Provincial Grand Master has agreed that copies of this publication will now be sent out to all our Widows as well as Devonshire Court, so that they can be included in being kept up to date with activities within the Province and even join in. If you do not wish to receive further copies, please contact me or your Lodge Almoner.

It is important that this newsletter remains to be enjoyable and informative, so please do continue to send in your

A SELECTION OF EVENTS FOR YOU TO MAKE A NOTE OF…

Dates for

2010

2012

2011 Cont…

Your Diary Friday 26 th November Provincial Grand Lodge Tuesday 30 th November Master Masons/Exaltees Evening Sunday 12 th December Craft Carol Service (Leicester Cathedral)

Saturday 19 th May 2012 Festival Dinner

Provincial Website

isit the updated Provincial website for even more news at www.pglleics.co.uk. If you are aware of any Brother who can not access the internet, please do print them a copy of the pages for them to enjoy.

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Tuesday 17th May Craft Provincial Officers Reception Wednesday 18 th May Initiate’s Evening

2011 Saturday 15th January KHS (RCC) Monday 31st January RA Dinner Monday 14th February KT Provincial Priory Thursday 24th March Provincial Grand Chapter Tuesday 10 th May Provincial Grand Mark Thursday 12 th May Divisional Conclave (RCC)

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PROVINCIAL GRAND MASTER WELCOME FROM THE PGM

Welcome from the Provincial Grand Master

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his has been an exciting time, a period in my life which I have thoroughly enjoyed. As you are aware on the 26 th May I was Installed as Provincial Grand Master of this wonderful Masonic Province of Leicestershire and Rutland by the Deputy Grand Master, R. W. Bro. Jonathan Spence. As I mentioned in my address the Deputy Grand Master made me feel completely at ease, and this added not only to my enjoyment but also that of the 480 Brethren who attended, of which after the Ceremony 340 Brethren

dined together. It was a happy day, and characterised both before and afterwards by the generous support of many Brethren. I am sure that with your continued support this Province will prosper. At that Ceremony I appointed and invested W. Bro. Jim Buckle and W. Bro. Peter Kinder as my Deputy and Assistant Provincial Grand Masters respectively. Both are experienced Masons, well known and respected throughout the Province. Already their support to me has been invaluable.

During the Masonic recess I and my Executive team are taking the opportunity of having a new look at the way this Province is administered, in particular the work carried out by our Provincial Officers. I can assure you that it will not be change for changes sake.

Since my Installation we have celebrated two Lodge Centenaries, the first being that of St. Martin’s Lodge No 3431 and followed by Wyggeston Lodge No 3448. At both these Meetings the message of my address was how both Lodges had adapted to the many changes in society since their Consecration. Freemasonry in common with other aspects of our modern life has not escaped the resulting influences of new thoughts. We should be facing up to these changes, at the same time preserving the principles that have been the guiding light of our Craft for more than 275 years. We should as in the past be recruiting men of proven quality who will enhance the work of our Lodges in the future. The skill is in being able to harness the best of the changes to the tenets of Masonry.

I have always stressed the value of working as a team, whether it be the Provincial team or the team of Officers within a Lodge. Nothing better illustrates a team effort than that of the 2012 Festival which has now raised funds in excess of £1.16 million. This has been achieved by the efforts of many Brethren, their wives and families. We should all be proud of this and also happy in the knowledge that our efforts will benefit many elderly people less fortunate than ourselves.

I and my Provincial team look forward to meeting you on our visits to your Lodges during the coming session, to share that bond of friendship which is I think unique amongst Freemasons. Brethren, above all enjoy your Freemasonry.

W. Bro P Kinder (APGM), R. W. Bro D Hagger (PGM), R. W. Bro J Spence (DGM), W. Bro J Buckle (DPGM), W. Bro S Madden (acting GDC)

Installation of the Provincial Grand Master

PGM leaving the Lodge after Installation

On the 26 th May 2010 - 450 Brethren attended the Installation of R. W. Bro David V Hagger as Provincial Grand Master of Leicestershire and Rutland at Freemasons Hall,London Road, Leicester.

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he Installing Officer was R. W. Bro Jonathan Spence accompanied by W. Bro Sebastian Madden (acting Grand Director of Ceremonies), V. W. Bro Graham Redman (Asst Grand Secretary) together with other Acting Grand Officers.

12 Provincial Grand Masters supported by many Deputies, Assistants and Secretaries attended in support of the day’s proceedings.

The Provincial Grand Master Designate was escorted into Provincial Grand Lodge by seven Masters including the Master of his own Highcross Lodge (4835), bearing the collar of office.

The PGM was obligated, invested and installed and then he proceeded to appoint his Deputy (W. Bro Jim Buckle) and Assistant (W. Bro Peter Kinder) and reappointed all the existing Provincial Officers.

The Installation Festive Board was attended by over 350 Brethren, where thanks were given to all in attendance and participation of the day’s memorable event. Gifts were presented to the Deputy Grand Master and his escort, of local Provincial produce, local Masonic publications and Festival ties as momentos of the day.

All departed, with the satisfaction that the Province was in good, steady and capable hands to lead us onto another chapter of our illustrious Provincial history.

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Once again thank you all very much and if you feel you need assistance in your fund raising from the Charity Office please do not hesitate to get in touch. Also do not forget to keep an eye on the website.

Sincere and fraternal regards John Peberdy Festival Director and Vice Chairman

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Sportsmen’s Evening Raises More Funds for 2012 Festival

fter a wine reception and two course supper, the guests enjoyed an entertainment showcasing music from the 1930’s given by the Tudor Choir, directed by Judy Dodd, and supported by the local trio “Tea for Three” (David and Robert Calow and Marguerite Beatson).

The entertainment was MC’d by Colin Blackler (aka Bud Flanagan), one of the most recent members of St Martin’s. Any resemblance between Chesney Allen and a previous APGM was mistaken! An enjoyable evening raised £1,936 for the Festival.

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A sell-out attendance of 185 brethren with their wives and friends filled the Oliver Dining Room on the 24th June for a musical evening, sponsored by St. Martin’s Lodge, in aid of the 2012 Festival.

Festival Update Mood Since the last edition of Leicester Square I am pleased to say that the Festival has moved on by leaps and bounds, all of which is thanks to your generosity.

A lthough we have had several major events over the last few months, they have all been a great success. That is apart from the Rutland Water Family Fun day which we had to cancel through lack of support. For some unknown reason it just did not seem to appeal.

The Golf Day at Rothley Park, arranged by the Assistant Provincial Grand Master, Peter Kinder, took place on a glorious warm June day. The golf and the dinner in the evening were enjoyed by all who took part and raised over £1,000 for the Festival.

The most successful event so far, was the Sportsmen’s Dinner at the Leicester Tigers, arranged by the Provincial Grand Master and Peter Kinder. The magnificent number of 488 Masons and non-Masons enjoyed an evening of good food, good entertainment and were able to drink and be merry. The MC for the evening was Peter Wheeler and Martin Corry MBE was the after dinner speaker. Bleddyn Jones, of Radio Leicester, in a duo with Martin Corry added to the entertainment. An auction of memorabilia took place and the evening ended with the drawing of the Car Raffle and other prizes. The whole event including the car raffle raised over £15,500. My grateful thanks to all those who supported the evening and I hope that some of the nonMasons present may be persuaded to join Freemasonry.

The total we have so far raised is £1.16 million towards our target of £1.5 million.

We still have a way to go but I am sure with your continued generosity, the events being run by Lodges and a few more events the Province intends to put on before the end of the Festival that we can reach our £1.5 million. It will not be easy so please continue to support us.

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itself raised £1,200. The successful bidders won items as diverse as a Golf Day & Meal at The Belfry, sponsored by Bro. Pravesh Ganda of Gateway Financial Advisers, dinner at Bro. Atul Dawda’s Spice of India restaurant in Syston, matching watches, a hotel vacation (both offered by Bro. Pravin Pattani) and cosmetic dental treatment from Bro. Din Kaderbhai of Thurmaston Dental Practice.

After adding an estimated Gift Aid amount, the Lodge expects the final sum raised to be just shy of £4,000.

The third annual 2012 event is already in the planning stage – indeed, the Committee is considering an even larger venue for next year, due to the expected demand.

On October 9 th, for the second successive year, Bradgate Lodge held a Golf Day and Evening Ball, at Kirby Muxloe Golf Club, in aid of the 2012 Festival.

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he event was the brainchild of the Lodge’s current Worshipful Master, Bob Loughran, who shared the limelight with the Immediate Past Master, Pravin Pattani.

At the inaugural event, last year, the Lodge raised just under £2,000 for the Festival and one guest won a new BMW for his hole in one at the eighteenth. This time, they couldn’t get the insurance for a repeat offer!

This year, following an enjoyable walk, interrupted by 18 holes, by 14 golfers, 106 brethren, friends and partners attended the evening function and were entertained by local band, Kingsize. Many members submitted items for auction, compered by Bro Ian Smith, which,

After this highly amusing interlude an auction of Sporting memorabilia took place and Martin Corry entertained his audience with many amusing rugby stories. A hugely successful evening, enjoyed by all.

Over 450 gentlemen attended a Sportsmen’s Dinner at the Caterpillar Suite. Tiger’s stadium, Welford Road on Friday 9 th July. The whole evening raised a grand total of £15,000 for the Festival appeal.

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he MC for the evening was Peter Wheeler and he introduced Bleddyn Jones and Martin Corry who proceeded to explain the differences in the game of rugby in their respective eras.

2012 FESTIVAL FESTIVAL NEWS STORIES

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here were 40 teams who competed from Masonic Centres including Market Harborough, Loughborough, Syston and London Road.

22 teams including a ‘non qualifier’ led by the then DPGM in Charge at London Road on Tuesday 18 th May. The final was very well contested with the winner being ‘The Oaks’ from the Vale of Catmos Lodge with 94 points! Second place were the ‘Gee Bees’ from Wyggeston Lodge with 60 points. There was a tie for third place between five other teams with 89 points. The money raised totalled £1,232 towards the 2012 Festival.

The Quiz will again be run during the next Masonic Year.

List of 2012 Car Raffle Prize Winners

1ST PRIZE: Honda Jazz Car James Mellors, Lodge: 9826

2 ND PRIZE: £1,000 Cash William Ravenhill, Lodge: 5664

3 RD PRIZE: Holiday in Portugal Mr Walker

4 TH PRIZE: Meal for 4 John Anderson, Lodge: 7717

5 TH PRIZE: Meal and Match at LCFC Geoffrey Crofts, Lodge: 8276

6 TH PRIZE: Meal for 2 Noel Manby, Lodge: 1265

7 TH PRIZE: Trip in Classic Car David Clay, Lodge: 7767

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LONDON ROAD NEWS NEWS FROM LONDON ROAD

Festive Board Pricing…

Why the Difference?

Dear Reader, Over the past five years I have raised the question of festive Board pricing of Lodges meeting at Leicester on a regular basis.

Indeed, I have undertaken three separate surveys (each lasting a full month) to compare the difference between the actual charge made by Freemasons Hall for dinner, against the tariff set by each Lodge or side degree to its members.

O n every occasion there has been a collective difference of between £1,900 and £2,400 higher in each month analysed than was invoiced by Freemasons Hall.

On some Lodges this represented an increased price of almost £5 per person, to others less, and to offer praise where it is due a minority maintained a charge in line with cost on a month by month basis. It is also interesting to note, a high proportion of these operated on a Permanent Chief Steward System, which has been recommended for many years.

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During the same period I have been issuing a “Steward’s Handbook” each year to all incumbent Stewards offering a variety of ways of either reducing Festive Board cost or setting out options where charging can be fairer to those who don’t drink or only take cocktails. It is quite possible to put on a Festive Board with reception drinks and controlled wine for between £24.50 and £26.50.

I can assure you over the past three years every effort has been made to only increase costs when necessary. Last year we maintained menu prices from the previous year. This year we will launch new menus for the coming season that includes two menus priced lower than last year. Wine prices will rise by 1% on average, a full 3% below inflation when Government duty increases are taken into account. Standard draught beer and lager prices will be held at last year’s price, even though duty and supplier costs have had to be absorbed.

To me Festive Board pricing remains an issue, and I believe every Lodge should look at how it calculates its charge.

John Stew

Library & Museum

Live Cardiac Operation at Freemasons’ Hall

All of these are available for research on site whilst some are available to loan. There have been two recent publications (now available to buy from the Charity office or Lodge Secretaries) “A History of Freemasons’ Hall – Leicester” and “A History of the Masonic Province of Leicestershire & Rutland”.

Regalia/jewels/artefacts of the Craf t and side degree Orders are on full display including unique pieces eg 1872 - Red Cross of Constantine tunic, 1836 - Moira Apron etc.

The Museum is keen to complete its collection of L&R Lodge Founder’s and Past Master jewels (or indeed any item of Masonic interest) – if you have such a jewel/ ar te fac t /photograph /memorabilia that you would like to loan/donate/ sell - then please do contact W.Bro Walter Glover direct.

The best testament of how good a resource is… is how well is it used?

You will be made most welcome and am sure that your query or interest can be answered.

very elaborate English, Hindu, Muslim, Sikh & Jewish Weddings, Civic Lunches, Product Launches & Company Events.

However, some of our favourite events are for members of the Leicestershire & Rutland Province of Freemasons – Silver, Golden and even Diamond Weddings, Civil Marriage Ceremonies & Receptions, Weddings for daughters and sons or granddaughters and grandsons – it is wonderful to work with our own members and host a very special occasion in their life, giving that extra special touch to the event to make it an occasion to remember. We have shared in some very precious moments with Freemasons and their families and we hope in the future that many more member’s family events will be held at Devonshire Place.

Yes… it is true… a Live Paediatric Cardiac Operation was watched in all the Dining Rooms of Freemasons’ Hall, performed by a world renowned Paediatric Surgeon and viewed by specialists from around the globe.

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eedless to say, it was a satellite broadcast from the operating theatre of the Glenfield Hospital!

This pioneering procedure on a new born baby was beamed into Freemasons’ Hall, and was an amazing and moving experience to witness – never mind nerve wracking in case we lost the signal part way through.

This didn’t happen, the operation was a success and the procedure is now being carried out in many different countries.

The Conference & Banqueting Business at Devonshire Place continues to attract attention from all parts of the Midlands. Now in it’s 12 th year of trading, the variety of events hosted at Devonshire Place over this period of time has covered a wide spectrum – from meetings, lunches and dinners to

he Museum/Library is open Monday to Friday from 9:30am - noon (attended by Librarians/Curator), noon until 10pm (unattended) and during Ladies’ Festival evenings.

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The Doors are Open!

Although we have the most extensively resourced Masonic Library/Museum outside of Queen Street, many L&R Brethren are likely to be unaware of its contents and how they can access to view or in some cases borrow some of the books. Brethren from outside the Province regularly come to Leicester to view these resources/materials.

As well as a full range of Masonic artefacts, it has an extensive collection of publications including: • Antiquity books (earliest 1597) • Modern books on Masonic interpretations • Freemasonry Today & The Square periodicals • Lodge Summonses & Research transactions • Copies of Certificates/warrants etc

LONDON ROAD NEWS LIVE CARDIAC OPERATION

Mission Impossible, Not at Devonshire Place!

The Devonshire Place Mission Statement reads as follows:

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evonshire Place aims to be better than its competitors in all areas of service provided. It is our aim to exceed our client’s expectations at all times. Devonshire Place wants clients to notice that it is better than its competitors, with the emphasis being on providing a first class personal service.

A recent letter, from a customer whose Golden Wedding was hosted at Devonshire Place, read as follows: “From the moment we booked Devonshire Place we knew we were in safe hands.

There was nothing that we asked for that was too much trouble and, whilst we always expected good food and drink, your creativity shone through the minute we walked in the room. It looked beautiful and the whole event was far superior to our expectations”.

This customer thoroughly enjoyed their experience of Devonshire Place and clearly felt that we had achieved our mission statement – we hope that one day you might too!

The income generated by Devonshire Place has funded many improvements at Freemasons’ Hall, which are of benefit to all members. New carpets, curtains, fixtures and fittings have all been contributed to by this additional income and long may the success of Devonshire Place continue to enable our Masonic dining to take place in such splendid surroundings.

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ROYAL ARCH MATTERS

Cheque Presentations at the Craft Cheque Presentation Morning Presentation of cheques

by Peter Kinder on behalf Royal Arch Masons.

1. £250 to Lee Parkin on behalf Motor Neurone Disease Association 2. £200 to Adrian Walker on behalf of LOROS of Multiple Sclerosis

3. £250 to Jane Tindell on behalf

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Royal Arch Master Masons’ and New Exaltees’ Evening Freemasons’ Hall Leicester, Tuesday, 30th November 2010, 6.30pm

Dress will be dark lounge suit and Companions should bring their Royal Arch regalia with them.

The presentations will be hosted by the Principals and Executive Members of the Province, supported by the Provincial Grand Master, and will conclude with a complimentary buffet, enabling everyone to meet together in an informal atmosphere.

To assist the catering arrangements, please return the slip below – by Friday, the 12 th November at the latest unfortunately we cannot cater for those who do not advise us of their intention to be present.

To All Master Masons and Newly Exalted Companions. The Royal Arch Degree is the climax of Pure and Ancient Freemasonry, and is the next step which every Master Mason should take to complete his Masonic journey.

A s a Master Mason, you are invited to hear a brief explanation of the Royal Arch and its importance in relation to the three Craft Degrees.

As a Newly Exalted Companion, you are invited to hear a separate simple explanation of the Ceremony - to help your understanding and enjoyment of the Royal Arch Degree.

Whether you are a Master Mason or a Companion, do please ask another member of your Lodge or Chapter to come along with you. It is an ideal opportunity for you to introduce your Master Mason friends to the Royal Arch.

To John A Townsend, Freemasons’ Hall, 80 London Road, Leicester, LE2 0RA I would like to attend the Master Masons’ and New Exaltees’ Evening on 30th November 2010 Name (in capitals): .......................................................................................................

Lodge Name & No: ......................................................................................................

Chapter Name & No: ....................................................................................................

I would like to bring the following with me Name: ............................................................................................................................

Lodge / Chapter No: .....................................................................................................

Name: ............................................................................................................................

Lodge / Chapter No: .....................................................................................................

Musical Soundbites Raises More Money for Royal Arch Charities Charnwood and Beacon Chapters host another successful event.

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n Saturday 20 th February, “Operahouse” performed a variety of songs from the “shows” at the Carillon Rooms in Loughborough. A sit down buffet was provided during the interval when raffle tickets were also sold. The enjoyable evening was well attended and over £1,000 was raised for the Royal Arch Chapter Charities.

ROYAL ARCH MATTERS

All Change at Installed First Principals

At the installation meeting of Installed First Principals on Tuesday 16 th March the Companions who attended witnessed a quite unique occasion.

E. Comp John Booton, (Third Prov.

Grand Principal Elect), installed E. Comp David Hagger, (Second Prov.

Grand Principal) as MEZ.

E. Comp David Hagger installed E. Comp Peter Kinder (MEGS of the Province) as H.

E. Comp Peter Kinder installed E. Comp Jim Buckle (Third Prov.

Grand Principal, and Second Prov.

Grand Principal Elect) as J.

After 26 th May, the Principals of the Chapter will read as follows: MEZ E. Comp David Hagger (Craft PGM) H E. Comp Peter Kinder (Craft APGM) J E. Comp Jim Buckle (Craft DPGM)

Below, Left to Right: E. Comp Peter Kinder, E. Comp David Hagger, E. Comp Jim Buckle.

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ROYAL ARCH MATTERS ANNUAL CONVOCATION

The Annual Convocation of Provincial Grand Chapter

he MEGS took great pleasure in investing the officers whom he had appointed and promoted to active and past Provincial rank.

Many members of Provincial Grand Chapter helped to make the annual conclave a huge success and it was enjoyed by everyone who attended.

The Province of Leicestershire & Rutland was honoured by the presence of the Second Grand Principal, E. Comp. George P Francis at the annual Convocation of Provincial Grand Chapter on Thursday 28 th March. He was accompanied by E. Comp Steven Tucker.

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Installed First Principals Visit Devonshire Court On Saturday 13 th March the Principals and some members of L & R Chapter of Installed First Principals joined the residents of Devonshire Court for coffee.

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ntertainment was provided by E. Comp Michael Robinson in the form of a quiz for which he became “Question Master”.

The residents certainly got higher scores than many of the companions and their partners!

Finally, a free raffle took place and many of the residents enjoyed the gifts they had won.

The Devonshire Court Ascot Day

The Devonshire Court Ascot Day was held at the Home on the 19 th of June.

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he races were shown on a large screen and after bets were placed, horses sold and races run, the winning owners were presented with a bottle of bubbly and a rosette.

The successful punters pocketed their winnings and bought some more raffle tickets. The racing was suspended whilst all enjoyed a splendid Summer lunch. At the end of the afternoon the PGM drew the Devonshire Court Raffle and presented prizes for best Ladies hats. A truly enjoyable rainless afternoon.

DEVONSHIRE COURT ASCOT DAY

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LEICESTER SQUARE THE LONG WAY HOME

The Long Way Home

A Biker’s Tale Merseyside, Llandudno, Porthcawl, Exeter, Bournmouth, Hindhead, Shoreham S Croydon, Chislehurst arriving back at Oadby to a small but enthusiastic welcome home party.

An additional stopping off point was RMBI at Great Queen Street where the Chief Executive David Innes and his staff welcomed the travellers and expressed their thanks for a novel job well done.

Many experiences, friendships formed, life story exchanges took place with residents, Association Friends, Provincial Heads and Widow’s sons, Masonic Bikers Association and

On Sunday 11th July 2010 at 0830 hours, a number of Masonic “Bikers” led by W. Bro Michael Robinson (including Bros Mark Pierpoint, Matt Robinson, members of Joey Dunlop MMM and other Mark Masons) embarked on an historic six day 1,500 mile journey to visit all 17 RMBI Care Homes in England and Wales.

T hey were seen off the premises of Devonshire Court, Oadby, Leicestershire by the Deputy Chairman of the Association of Friends, wives, friends and residents. It wasn’t too long when the bikers took off at different speeds to reach the next destination. The bikes varied from Harley Davidson “Fat Boy” to BMW, Honda etc and fellow Masonic bikers joined along the way.

The route taken took the bikers from Oadby through, York, Northumberland, Manchester,

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members of the public en route. Donations were made in support of the Long Way Home at all the centres by residents, staff, masons and public alike which is expected to raise the sum to in excess of £3,000.

The last memory was the call from residents to “Please come back” and the thought is there now to do it all again… but this time “The other way home?”

This is a summary of a ten page narrative of the experiences of a number of Freemasons who visited all the Masonic in England and Wales on their motorbikes (full transcript is available from W. Bro Michael Robinson or, the Library at London Road).

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ather W. Bro JJT Wheatley (February 2008) son W. Bro JE Wheatley (February 2009), son W. Bro JT Wheatley (February 2010).

The photograph above shows the three Brethren at the time of the Father being installed as the 2nd Master of the Lodge. The Lodge’s membership has been restricted to those individuals who work/operate Fairgrounds, with other Showmen visitors regularly attending from many parts of the country (non Showman visitors always welcome!)

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A Father and his two sons have been consecutively installed as Worshipful Masters in the Showmen’s Lodge (9826).

(all in the same family)

Three Masters

been appointed to Grand Rank and W. Bro Dr. Ken Mason and W. Bro John Channing, have been promoted.

Mark Grand promotion to Assistant Grand Master has been awarded to R. W. Bro Michael Herbert.

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raft Grand Rank has been awarded to the following and our congratulations go to them all for the recognition of their valuable services. W. Bro Clive Weston and W. Bro Martin Gain have

Training Morning Feedback

Training Days are delivered every year on an alternative basis for:

• Junior Brethren (newly raised) • Those approaching the Master’s Chair (Deacons/Wardens)

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he last event was held on Saturday 13 th March 2010 at London Road, Leicester, which focussed on Junior Brethren.

75 individuals attended with all those responding to a post event questionnaire that the event was fit for purpose, worth a Saturday morning out.

Valuable feedback was likewise supplied in making the event in future even more participative, engaging more to attend such future events etc Next year’s event is already in the final planning stage, so please keep an eye on the next training event for those approaching the Master’s Chair – you really will pick up some really valuable pieces of information in helping you to become more knowledgeable and confident in progressing to the Master’s Chair!

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CENTENARY CELEBRATIONS

St Martin’s Lodge Centenary

A special meeting of the Lodge was held on 28 th May to celebrate 100 years since it’s consecration at Halford Street on 16 th March 1910. St Martin’s was the first Lodge to meet, two months later, in the new Hall at No. 80 London Road.

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he meeting was honoured by the presence of the new Provincial Grand Master, R. W. Bro David Hagger, in his first official engagement following his Installation two days earlier. R. W. Bro David was accompanied by his new Deputy and Assistant, Jim Buckle and Peter Kinder, as well as by a full complement of active Provincial Officers.

The meeting appropriately took place in the Holmes Lodge Room and

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On Friday 28th May, St. Martin’s Lodge No. 3431, held a special meeting to The PGM, DPGM and APGM,

celebrate its Centenary. together with most of the active Provincial Officers, attended the ceremony during which R. W. Bro David Hagger presented a Centenary Warrant which was accepted by the W. M. W. Bro The PGM also had great pleasure

Iain Ralston on behalf of the Lodge. in investing W.Bro Craig Beatson as Prov. Supt. Of Works and promoting W. Bro. Ivan Jarvis to P.P.S.G.W. This thoroughly deserved promotion was a complete surprise to W. Bro Ivan.

was attended by nearly 150 brethren.

The PGM presented the Centenary Warrant, addressed the brethren and presented Centenary Jewels to the Lodge members.

W. Bro The Rev. Canon Michael Wilson, Provincial Grand Chaplain, gave an inspiring and informative oration on the Lodge’s Patron Saint, St. Martin of Tours (which will no doubt be printed in the next Transactions of the Lodge of Research).

Following W. Bro John Booton’s unavoidable late withdrawal, W. Bro. Aubrey Newman, the Lodge Liaison Officer gave a wonderful “off the cuff” talk on the foundation of the Lodge.

All the Brethren later toasted the health of the Lodge at a suitably generous festive board in celebration of 100 happy years.

Freemasons’ Hall Centenary In April we celebrated the centenary of our masonic headquarters at 80 London Road which was consecrated on 25th April 1910.

T he Holmes Lodge Room is still recognised as perhaps the finest Provincial Masonic Lodge Room in England and to recognise its centenary we had a dinner, on 30 th April and a lunch on 16 th May, when distinguished guests from the city and county joined the Provincial Grand Master, his wife Jane and a large number of brethren and their wives at London Road.

At the dinner, the principal guests were the Lord Lieutenant of Rutland, Dr Lawrence Howard and his wife Christine, Bro. Robert Wann (representing the Leader of the City Council) and Mr. David Parsons CBE, leader of the County Council and Mrs. Parsons.

At the lunch event, we welcomed the Revd. Canon Stephen Foster, Precentor of the Cathedral.

On both occasions the guests were invited to a presentation in the Holmes Lodge Room, excellently given by W. Bros Brian Golland, David Hughes and John Booton on the origins of Freemasonry in Leicestershire and Rutland at the time of the building of the new hall and a description of the Holmes Lodge Room.

After dinner in the Holmes Dining room, a toast to the Province was given by W. Bro. Philip Dodd and the official guests were presented with copies of our Centenary History by the Provincial Grand Master.

A fitting postscript to the celebrations was contained in a kind letter of thanks from Dr. Lawrence Howard - “The historical introduction, the food and the company, held in such magnificent surroundings, made the evening one of the most enjoyable I have ever attended.”

Wyggeston Lodge (3448) Centenary Celebration

The Lodge was the 1st Lodge to be consecrated in the new Masonic Temple at London Road on 1st July 1910 with 111 Brethren in attendance and the Lodge bears the motto “Give freely of yourself and behold all worlds are yours”.

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xactly 100 years later (to the day) 169 Brethren assembled to witness the Provincial Grand Master and his Deputy and almost the full retinue of Active Provincial Officers enter and take their place in the Lodge.

A précis of the Consecration Meeting minutes and a short history of the Lodge were delivered by W.Bro Robert Hutchinson to all. This was followed by the Provincial Grand Secretary reading out the Centenary Warrant and in turn the Provincial Grand Master presenting it to the Worshipful Master – W.Bro Robert Rankin coupled with a thought provoking Address. An Oration was delivered by the Provincial Grand Chaplain.

Centenary Jewels, copies of the Lodge history and commemorative cufflinks were presented during the course of the evening. It was the Provincial Grand Masters pleasure to promote W.Bro John Farmer to the rank of PPSGW and appointed W.Bro Kelvin Johnson to PPJGW. The Brethren then assembled for a Festive Board which contained a six course menu and coffee reflecting the original Consecration menu of 1910 (ten course menu).

A special evening was had by all in celebrating 100 years of Freemasonry in Leicestershire.

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Order of Royal & Select Masters Annual Meeting The Annual meeting of the East Midlands District of the Order of Royal & Select Masters took place at Northampton Masonic Centre on Saturday 8 th May 2010.

T here were 114 Companions in attendance including 11 District Grand Masters ranging from Devon & Cornwall to Durham and even the South & East Caribbean. At the meeting, presided over by Rt Ill Comp Michael B Jolley, District Grand Master, he appointed Ill Comp Martin J Wilson as Deputy District Grand Master in succession to V Ill Comp Cliff Tysoe and Ill Comp Ghanshyam (Jim) M Patel as District Grand Principal Conductor of the Work in succession to Ill Comp Martin Wilson.

Following the meeting 102 of the Companions sat down for lunch.

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with traditional haggis, neeps & tatties and tot of whisky and of course the address to the Haggis with an English translation for those “non Scots” present. The evening was concluded with a small presentation to R. W. Bro. Michael Roalfe with a glass honey pot made by Bro Neil Henery.

130 masons assembled to witness a 3rd degree ceremony at the Lodge of Welcome (5664).

A large contingent of the visitors were from Corby, Northants and came suitably dressed in their respective Clan tartans with the Worshipful Master being piped in and out of the Lodge and into the dining room after the meeting. The evening continued

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(7007) Loughborough to celebrate the Lodge’s 60 th Anniversary… where no doubt some of the evening’s conversation may be in French? (photo above shows Lodge members).

W. Bro Chris Bocock (WM La Lodge de la Montagne Sacree 434 - France) conducted a 3rd degree ceremony supported by his son Bro Matthew (in French).

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Members of this French lodge will now join the Brethren of Thomas Burton Lodge

• Meeting dates/locations of all L&R masonic orders and degrees (September 2010 - January 2012) • Week to view over 2 pages (July 1010 - December 2011) • 2012 (view over 4 pages) forward planner

This diary has the following features:-

2010-11 Diary - Leicestershire & Rutland (pocket size)

Included in the book is a Family Tree of the 76 Lodges in the Province which illustrates their relationships between each other and timelines of formations/erasures and clearly shows their lineage being traced back to three Lodges!!

This quality book will certainly be of interest to all Brethren as it is so comprehensive that ....there is barely any question that can not be answered by the contents of this publication. A useful book to have to hand?

• Growth of the Craft Degree in the Province • Extinct Lodges • Province of Rutland • Charities of the Province • Provincial Masonic Library and Museum • Other Orders and Degrees in the Province

Provincial Publications

A History of Freemasons’ Hall - Leicester (A5) (above) This 34 page booklet written by W.Bros Aubrey Newman, David Hughes and Donald Peacock, which describes the development of the Halford Street and London Road Halls. There is substantial detail of the London Road Hall planning, funding, construction and decorative features, as well as the figures of the day and their roles in establishing the building. This booklet is a useful reference for any Brethren who meet or visit London Road Hall to gain a better understanding of the building and its history.

A History of the Masonic Province of Leicestershire & Rutland (A4) (Above, Right) A 139 page high quality publication with full colour photographs written

by W.Bros Aubrey Newman, David Hughes and Donald Peacock which describe:• The early years of the Leicestershire & Rutland Craft Province • The Provincial Grand Masters • Details of Masonic meeting places • Precis of all Craft Lodges in the Province

All these three publications can be viewed and purchased either directly through the Charity Office at Freemasons Hall, London Road, your own individual Craft Lodge Secretary or viewed at the Provincial Library.

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Mentoring Booklets

W. Bro Ian Johnson, Provincial Grand Mentor has led the development of five new booklets to support Brethren going through the differing stages in their Masonic progressions.

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hese booklets are built on previous wide spread information available along with good practice from other Provinces to deliver what is hoped to be a definitive guide for all Brethren, (new and old?).

W. Bro Ian will be liaising with Lodge mentors on the roll out of these publications during the forthcoming Masonic season.

Television Coverage of Exploring Freemasonry

The BBC “Inside Out” investigative programme broadcasted a programme on “Exploring the World of Leicester Freemasons” by BBC reporter Tony Rose during prime time viewing in February 2010.

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he programme was transmitted for nine minutes and although titled as being Leicester focussed, it showed contributions from the three East Midland Provinces and covered a wide range of subjects.

Internet viewing of this broadcast can be accessed by: http;//news.bbc.co.uk/local/ leicester/hi/people_and_places/ newsid_0506000/8506618.stm

For those without internet access: A dvd copy is available for loan from the Provincial Museum @ London Road

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Raising Money for the Leicester General Hospital

Renal Department silent collection added to the total.

W. Bro Lol Turner had specifically requested that the proceeds be given to the Leicester General Hospital, Renal Department. All were in agreement and a cheque for £732 is on its way to them.

On Thursday evening 27th May Guthlaxton Lodge and Morley Lodge members joined forces to put on an Indian Buffet at the Dine India Restaurant in Countesthorpe.

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by Bro Carl Buck to a very high profession standard, followed by a FREE raffle!

The winners were then encouraged to sell/auction off their prizes. This gave great enjoyment to all and a

Local Charity Giving

• Laura Centre • TLC • Nottm Leukaemia Fund • Curve (Young offenders) • Leicester Charity Link • St Aidan’s Church (New Parks) • Soldiers Charity (ABF) • Praxis Care • Robbie Anderson Cancer Trust • St Catherine’s Parish Church (Burbage) • Alternative Choices (Mkt Harb) • Path Group (Mkt Harb) • Leics Chorale • Sir Andrew Martin Trust (young people) • Disabled Fly Fishers • Soar Valley Music Centre • Leics Clubs for young People • Youth Cancer Trust

on the basis of nominations received, so if you are aware of a LOCAL charity that you feel could benefit from support from the LRMCA then please do submit your nomination to the LRMCA Secretary (W. Bro Frank Nicol). The following list illustrates the range of organisations supported in 2010 to date.

Most Brethren in the Province contribute to the Leicestershire and Rutland Masonic Charity Association and the monies collected are dispersed to local Charities in keeping with the principles of the fund.

T hese presentations (typically £500 - £1,000 each )have been held at London Road on a twice annual basis (as previously reported – issue 23 front cover) where those recipient groups are invited to personally accept their awards from the Provincial Grand Master. These groups are selected

• LOROS • MENPHYS • SSAFA • County Air Ambulance • Listening Books • Thurnby Scouts & Guides • St John’s Ambulance • Leics Children’s Holidays • Baldwin Trust • Muscular Dystrophy • Hind Leys Pre school • Hinckley& District MS Society • Rainbows • Leics Boys Brigade • Lord Lieutenants Awards • Leics Visually Impaired Bowling Club • REMAP • Bright Sparkes • Mesothelioma • Breast Cancer (local appeal)

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