1955 Proceedings - Grand Lodge of Missouri by Missouri Freemasons

BIOGRAPHICAL ORESTES MITCHELL JR. Grand Master 1954-1955

Orestes Mitchell Jr., the 110th Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Missouri, was born in St. Joseph, Missouri on the lith day of October, 1905. His father was the late Orestes Mitchell Sr., and his mother is Mrs. Inez A. Mitchell of St. Joseph. Brother Mitchell is the oldest of four children, two boys and two girls. His parents were active in the community, in their church and in Masonry. These interests are manifest in the life of our Grand Master in contributing to the success of many civic organizations, his church and his great service to Freemasonry in St. Joseph and in the state. Our Brother attended the public schools in St. Joseph, graduating from Central High School and the St. Joseph Junior College. He then matriculated at Missouri University earning his A.B. degree in 1927 and his LL.B. in 1929. Prior to his receiving his law degree he was admitted to the Bar in 1928. Returning to his home city, he entered law practice with his father, under the name, Mitchell and Mitchell. After his father's death in 1938 he continued alone until 1940 when Brother Ralph Hulse was taken into partnership and the firm name was changed to Mitchell and Hulse. On September 19, 1931, Brother Mitchell was united in marriage with Miss Dorothea Davis of Paducah, Kentucky, whom he had met while attending the University, where both were students. They are the parents of three lovely children; Marilyn, now a Senior at Missouri University; Stephen D., a Senior at Central High School; and Kathryn Ann, now attending Grade School. They are a family of close ties, enjoying their new home on the Northeast Parkway in North East St. Joseph, entertaining their many friends both young and old. Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell are members of the Huffman Memorial Methodist Church in St. Joseph, of which our Senior Grand Chaplain, Reverend Emmett L. Robison, was minister for many years. Brother Mitchell has been active in the Men's Club of the Church and in the Church School as well as being active in the administration of the Church. Mitch's many varied civic interests have been as follows: The 81. Joseph Rotary Club since 1938-President 1952-1953. President, St. Joseph Bar Association 1939. Member of The Missouri Bar. Member of The Missouri Bar Board of Governors 1948-1952. Member of The Salvation Army Advisory Board since 1938-President 2 years. Member Board of Trustees, St. Joseph School Retirement System. St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce. St. Joseph Safety Council. Delta Theta Pi Law Fraternity. Athletic Advisory Committee Missouri University 1935-1939. During the war years, Brother Mitchell was chairman of the Price Panel of Buchanan County, member of the War Ration Board and the U. S. O.

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Board. He was legal advisor to the Buchanan County Draft Board. To all of these he devoted much of his time and energy contributing to the war effort. Our Brother was made an Entered Apprentice on July 23, 1928 and was Passed to the Fellow-Craft degree on August 27, )!)28. He was made a Master l\Jason on December 15, 1928, all the degrees were conferred in Charity Lodge No. 331, his father participating in the conferring of the degrees. He was elected Worshipful Master in December 1937 to serve during 1938. His administration was saddened by the death of his father on April 19, 1938. In 1939 and 1940 he served as District Deputy Grand Master of the Ninth Masonic District. After serving on several Grand Lodge Committees he was appointed Grand Pursuivant in 1943 by Grand l\lastcr \Villiam F. Woodruff. After serving in all of the appointive and elective oHices, he was elected Grand Master on September 29, 1954. As a testimony to the esteem in which he is held by his brethren in St. Joseph and the Ninth District, over sixty members made the long trip from St. Joseph to pay him honor and to wish him well. 'While a small boy, he attended many social functions given by Masonic bodies with his parents and from this early association his interest in Masonry has been deeply instilled in him. He attends regularly because of his deep rooted love of Freemasonry and has been active in the Scottish and American Rites as well as the Blue Lodge. His Masonic memberships are: SCOTTISH RITE

St. Joseph Lodge of Perfection :\'0. 6. ~Iaster 1935. St. Joseph Chapter Rose Croix :\'0. 4. \laster 1936. Albert Pike Council of Kadosh ;\;0. 4. Commander 1939. St. Joseph Consistory ;-";0.4. \Iaster 1939. Decoration, Knight COIllmander Court of Honor 1943. A\fERICAN RITE

1\litchell Chapter :"Jo. 14, R. A. 1\r. St. Joseph Council :\'0.9, R. S. M. III. \Iastcr 1945. Hugh DePayens Commandery :\'0. 4, Knights Templar. OTHERS

Moila Temple Shrinc. Areme Chapter 1'\0. 4Gl, O. E. S. Life \Icmber (Honorary) Elysian Grotto M. O. V. P. Kansas City, Mo. Order of the Silver Trowel, R. S. \r. of Missouri. Legion of Honor, Order of DeMolay. \Iember of Past \Iasters Cluh of Jackson County and Vicinity, Kansas City, Mo. Member of Missouri Lodge of Research. Honorary member, Quaker Oats Masonic Cluh, St. Joseph, Mo. Honorary Member, Masters and \Vardens Club, Kansas City, \10. Past President, St. Joseph \fasonic Templc Association. Past President, Scottish Rite Cathedral Association, St. Joseph. St. Joseph Masonic Board of Rclief since 1938, Secretary 1938-1950.

During his year as Grand Master, he gave liberally of his time in his visitations about the state refusing no invitation unless previously committed. He performed his duties with dignity and solemnity carrying on the best traditions of the Fraternity. He seldom missed meetings of his home lodge at all its communications whether stated or called. At one meeting in the

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absence of the Secretary he served as acting Secretary. He was never too busy or too tired to meet with his brethren to advise and counsel with them not as Grand Master but simply as a Blue Lodge Mason the same as you or I. This trait has endeared "Mitch" to his brethren. No one ever can doubt his stand on controversial matters. He is forthright in his opinions and does not shirk responsibility. The great campaign to raise funds for the new building and renovation of the Masonic Home was instituted early in his administration and the selection of key personnel was his responsibility. He made a call on lodges for a mailing list of their members and from this list a personal letter and brochure was sent to every Freemason in the state by the Grand Master. The project once instituted gained momentum and was handled expertly without the aid of professional fund raisers which resulted in a great saving to the ultimate good of the home. Serving as President of the Home as well as furthering the fund campaign with television and radio appearances, details incidental to the architects and contractors and numerous contracts to consider made extra duties during his administration. To say that he did them well is evidenced by the fact that over $800,000.00 was raised, building has started at the home and in the near future our home will be modernized to the greater benefit of our Fraternity. It was the privilege of our Grand Master to dedicate the new Ararat Shrine Temple building in Kansas City. Brother Frank Land, Imperial Potentate of the Shr'ine had requested that the Grand Lodge of Missouri dedicate the building in accordance with Masonic tradition. Our Grand Master, with the Grand Masters of other states, were honored guests of the Imperial Council of the Shrine in Chicago. Brother Land impressed on all the necessity of a closer bond between the Shrine and prerequisite bodies. Brother Mitchell had as guests the potentates of the four :Missouri Shrine Temples and Past Imperial Potentate Frank Land at the Grand Lodge meeting to further cement closer ties. Brother 1\Jitchell has felt for many years the need for a Program of Masonic Education and a great start has been made in that direction. At the Grand Lodge session informative booklets were made available to the representatives and these could be ordered for distribution to the candidates receiving J\·'fasonic Light. The Freemason mailed upon request to members of lodges was instituted and three issues have been mailed. It is to be mailed quarterly and to contain items of interest in things Masonic and activities of lodges in the state. This publication has been received with much interest and has been well prepared. Brother Mitchell has the unique distinction of having had his father serve as Grand Master. The late Orestes Mitchell Sr. presided as Grand !\faster in 1924-192.~. In the 134 year history of the Grand Lodge of Missouri in only three instances have sons follov.'ed their fathers, this fact attests to the democracy of Freemasonry. Grand Master Orestes Mitchell .IT. has the commendation of his brethren for his zeal and tireless efforts for Freemasonry and for the sincere application to his duties. "VeIl done Brother Mitchell. you have earned your place in the ranks of those illustrious hrethren who have preceded you in the administration of our Grand Lodge. 1.. O. W.

GRAND LODGE Ancient, Free and Accepted

Masons of the State of Missouri •

Official Proceedings One Hundred Thirty-Fourth Annual Communication •

Sept. 27 and 28, A. D. 1955, A. L. 5955

OFFICERS

Grand Lodge of Missouri 1955-1956 WILLIAM J. CRAIG

M. W. Grand Master 1035 S. Pickwick, Sprinqfield 4 HAROLD M. JAYNE ... o' R. TV. Deputy Gmnd Afaster !\femphis FRANK P. BRIGGS R. W. Senior Grand Warden \facon ROBERT L. AROI'\SON .. R. W. Junior Grand Warden Civil Courts Bldg., St. Louis 1 JAMES M. DEWITT. o.... o.R. fl'. Grand Treasurer Kirksville HAROLD L. READER. R. W. Grand Secretary 3681 Lindell Blvd.. St. Louis 8 FREELON K. HADLEy R. W. Grand Lecturer 3412 Duncan St., St. Joseph HAROLD O. GRAUEL. oR. W. Senior Grand Deacon State College, Cape Girardeau BRUCE H. HU:"J"T. R. W. Junior Grand Deacon Box 88, Kirksville ROBERT H. \'fA:\':,\; R. W. Senior Grand Steward 101 W. lIth Street, Kansas City JOHN A. WITTHAUS ..... R. W. Junior Grand Steward Court Home. Clayton 5 J. RENICK J0='J"ES .. R. W. Seniur Grand Marshal 724 N. "fain Street, Independence R. JASPER SMITH R. W. Juni01' Gralld Marshal 1005 Wex)druff Bldg., Springfield MARTI='J" B. DICKI~SO:'>J" .... R. W. Grand Sword Bearer 1002 Walnut Street, Kansas City ARTHUR U. GOODMA='J", JR .. o. R. W. Grand Pursuivant Kennett EMMETT L. RORISO:\, R. W. Grand Chaplain St. Francis Hotel. S1. Joseph SAMUEL THUR\fAN R. W. Grand Chaplain 225 S. Skinker Ave., S1. Louis 5 HERBERT E. Dl~:\'CA~ R. W. (;rmu{ Chaplain 5R25 Central Ave., Kansas City IRA T. GRAGG R. W. Grand Chaplaill 4015 Fair /he., St. Louis 15 AR:'\O FRANKE ... R. W. Grand ChajJlain 33 So. Ellis St., Cape Girardeau ERNEST D. BAKER. R. W. Grand Chaplain 500 W. Division, Springfield GEORGE A. WI LSO:\' R. W. Grand Orator Springfield RUSSELL A. GROSCH. R. W. Grand Tiler 8881 Berkay, Jennings 21-B 0

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The 135th Annual Communicalion of the (;rand Lodge will be held in S1. Louis, beginning Tuesday, Septemher 25, 1956.

One Hundred Thirty-Fourth Annual Communication The One Hundred Thirty-Fourth Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Ancient Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri convened at the Scottish Rite Cathedral, 3637 Lindell Boulevard, St. Louis, at 10:00 a.m., on Tuesday, September 27, 1955. PRESENT

Orcstes Mitchell, Jr., \1. W. Grand Mastcr. William J. Craig, R. W. Dcpllt\' Grand \faster. Harold M. Jayne, R. W. Senior Grand Wardcn. Frank P. Briggs, R. W. Junior Grand Warden. James M. DcWitt, R. W. Grand Treasurer. Harold L. Reader, R. '\T. Grand Secrctar\'. Freelon K. Hadley, R. '\T. Grand Lccturc'r. Robcrt L. Aronso;l, R. W. Scnior Grand Deacon. Harold O. Grauel, R. 'V. Junior Grand Deacon. Bruce H. Hunt, R. '\T. Senior Grand Stcward. Robert H. Mann, R. 'V. Junior Grand Steward. John A. Witthaus, R. W. Senior Grand Marshal. J. Renick Jones, R. W. Junior Grand \farshal. R. Jasper Smith, R. '\T. Grand Sword Bearer. Martin B. Dickinson, R. W. Grand PursuivanL Emmett L. Rohison, R. W. Grand Chaplain. Samuel Thurman, R. '\T. Grand Chaplain. Herbert E. Duncan, R. W. Grand Chaplain. Ira T. Gragg, R. W. Grand Chaplain. Arno Franke, R. W. Grand Chaplain. H. Roe Bartle, R. '\T. Grand Orator. Albert H. Norton, R. W. Grand Tiler.

At 10:00 a. m. Most Worshipful Grand Master Orestes Mitchell, Jr., opened the Grand Lodge of Ancient Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri in Ample Form, assisted by the Grand Officers and supported by a large attendance of Representatives. The brethren united in singing one verse of "America," after which Grand Chaplain Robison offered the invocation. CREDENTIALS COMMITTE&-INTERIM REPORT

To the J\fost Worshipful Grand Lodge) A. F. and A. M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: Your Committee on Credentials begs to report a constitutional number of subordinate lodges arc represented. FRED H. KNIGHT, Chairman. MESSAGES

Messages of Greeting were received from Governor Philip M. Donnelly, Secretary Carl H. Claudy, and the Grand Lodge of the Philippine ·IsI~nds.

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APPROVAL OF 1954 PROCEEDINGS

On motion, duly made, seconded and carried. the published 1954 Proceedings were approved. INTRODUCTIONS-DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND MASTERS AND DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND LECTURERS

R. W. R. Jasper Smith introduced the District Deputy Grand Masters and the District Deputy Grand Lecturers present. INTRODUCTIONS-PAST GRAND MASTERS

R. W. Robert Brinkman introduced the Past Grand Masters present. DISTINGUISHED GUESTS

R. W. George F. Morrison introduced: Frank S. Land, Ill. Past Imperial Potentate of the Imperial Council of the Shrine. who was accompanied by the Ill. Potcntates of thc four Shrine Temples in Missouri as follows: Vern A. Hodge. Moolah Temple, St. Louis; Gcorge W. Ryan, Ararat Temple, Kansas City; S. Farl Senor, Moila Temple, S1. Joseph; Charles L. Chalendel', Abou Ben Adhem, Springfield.

R. W. Oliver Luft introduced: William B. ~1assey, S. G. I. G., Scottish Rite in :\fissouri. Lowell H. Scott. Grand Commander, K. T. in ~[jssouri. Roscoe A. Miller, Grand High Priest, Grand Chapter, R. A. M. in Missouri. Edward E. Wilson, Grand ~laster Grand Council, R. and S. M. ill Missouri.

R. W. Robert L. Aronson introduced: Charles A. Mantz, Grand :\laster of Colorado. Richard C. Davenport, P. G. M., Grand Secretary of Illinois. Joseph A. Batchelor, Grand Master of Indiana. Dwight Smith, P. G. 1\1., Grand Secretary of Indiana. Ray R. Douglas, Grand Master of Iowa. Earl B. Delzell, Gralld Secretary of Iowa. Scott E. Kelsey, Grand Master of Kansas. Arthur H. Strickland, P. G. 1\1., Grand Senetary of Kansas. Herbert T. White, Grand Master of Nehraska. Carl R. Greisen, Grand Secretary of :'IJ'ehraska. ''''ilIiam Z. Carter, Past Grand :\1aster of Kentucky.

Grand Master Mitchell presented the Superintendent and Board of Directors of the Home, and R. W. Brothers Oliver Luft and Robert Brinkman, who have given many hours of faithful service in assisting in setting up the building program. ADDRESS OF THE GRAND MASTER

To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, A. F. &- A. M., of Missouri: Brethren: We are now assembled for the 134th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge, Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri. I greet you-the representatives of the 123,000 members of the Masonic Fraternity holding membership in Missouri Lodges. I trust you will find your stay here to be ple~sant and comfortable. I feel quite sure you will want to pay

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close attention to the matters to be presented, for they will be of importance to the welfare of Freemasonry. This you will want to do so as to be able to make full report to your respective Lodges as to the state of the Craft. This is a democratic institution and every authorized representative has a right to be heard on any subject, subject to the rules of order. I know you will join with me in welcoming our distinguished visitors from our neighboring jurisdictions and from our affiliated Masonic Bodies in Missouri. We are glad they have come and shall do our best to make them feel the warmth of our hospitality. One year ago on this platform I accepted election as your Grand Master. I did so in all humility and fully conscious of my limitations in face of the great responsibility of the many and varied duties of the office. Just thirty years before my father, Orestes Mitchell, Sr., was himself honored by having been elected Grand Master of this Grand Lodge. May I be permitted to say that I am proud to be able to follow him in the East. They say he made a good Grand Master. I do not know, for I was not a member at that time. I hope my Brethren will be able to say the same of me as this year draws to a close. As required by the law, I now submit to you my report of the year's work as your Grand Master. I begin with the following quotation from my father's address to the I05th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge in 1925. His words are equally true of my experience and I take the liberty of adopting them as my own: "Soon after being inducted into office I became impressed with the tremendous responsibility of the office, and I came to realize that there was an unlimited opportunity for a Grand Master to do either good or evil for the Craft. "It has been my purpose to give immediate attention to every question submitted, and am happy to report that the year closes with the Craft generally prosperous, and that harmony prevails. How well I have wrought, I cannot say, but this I do know: I would be happier at this the close of my term of office, if I had been able to render much greater service than I have, and if I but knew that my feeble efforts have resulted in a little good." In Re: CALIFORNIA LODGE NO. 183, CALIFORNIA, MISSOURI At the last Annual Communication of this Grand Lodge the incoming Grand Master was directed to execute a quit-claim deed to Moniteau Lodge No. 80 of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, transferring and conveying all the right, title and interest of this Grand Lodge, in and to the following described property formerly occupied as a Lodge Hall by California Lodge No. 183: The North Half or side of the Second Story of a certain two-story brick building erected by the California Hall Association of California, Missouri, a corporation, located on the Northeast corner of Lot Number 91, in Block 18, in the City of California, Missouri, formerly known as the Opera House, together with the out rooms and stairway built and for use in connection with said hall. This conveyance was made, executed and delivered as authorized, and as an accommodation to and for the benefit of California Lodge No. 183.

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LODGE CONSOLIDATION There was only one lodge consolidation in our Grand Lodge this yearWhitehall No. 301, Barnard, Missouri, consolidated with Valley Lodge No. 413, Bolckow, Missouri, under the name and number of "Valley Lodge No. 413." The consolidation became effective as of January 20, 1955. LODGE FIRES The lodge halls of three of our subordinate lodges were destroyed by fire during the year. They were Cairo No. 486, Cairo, Missouri-November 23, 1954 Havana No. 21, McFall, Missouri-December 13, 1954 Liberty No.3 I, Liberty, Missouri-February 6, 1955 I do not have complete information as to whether or not these lodges were fully insured as to the disasters which overtook them; nor do I have knowledge whether or not there was any loss of records of the lodges. I am prompted, however, to strongly emphasize that the officers of our subordinate lodges give immediate attention to ascertain whether or not their lodge buildings and other lodge properties are fully and adequately insured against fire and other hazards. It is likewise important that the lodges do everything possible to preserve and to protect in a safe and fire-proof place, the records of their lodges. I cannot emphasize this too strongly. MASONIC EDUCATION One of the most important accomplishments of the 1954 Annual Communication was the adoption of the report of the Committee on Masonic Education. This report was a result of the untiring efforts of the committee composed of W. M. Bro. Horner L. Ferguson, P.G.M. and R. W. Bro. John A. Witthaus. To fill a need long felt in Missouri, the committee, as you know, has sponsored and directed the publication of our new Grand Lodge publication, known as The Freemason, the first four issues of which have been sent to those on the mailing list. Our very competent Grand Secretary is the Editor of this magazine. From what I have learned and observed, our new publication has been exceptionally well received by the membership and is greatly appreciated. The magazine is distributed without charge, being financed by a Grand Lodge appropriation. Any member of the Craft who desires to be on the mailing list, need only furnish his name and address to his lodge secretary, to be sent by him to the Grand Secretary's office in St. Louis. I know of no one thing our Grand Lodge has done which has met with greater favor. To my mind the most important feature of The Freemason is the section devoted to news items. The membership is urged to send in to the Editor, the Grand Secretary, information concerning interesting or unusual meetings and items as to Masonic personalities, for publication. These are of great importance to the magazine and tend to make it more readable. The Committee on Education has other plans in mind, as you will find from their report to be presented at this session.

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CORNERSTONE CEREMONIES During the year specific communications of the Grand Lodge were called for several cornerstone ceremonies. On March 11, 1955, I made a trip to Springfield, Missouri to lay the cornerstone of a new library building on the campus of Southwest Missouri State College. I was assisted by M. "V. Bro. Morris E. Ewing, P.G.M., and Grand Lodge OfIicers R. ''\T. Bros. William J. Craig, R. Jasper Smith and Paul King, D.D.G.M. Dispensations were issued for other cornerstone ceremonies as follows: October 16, 1954, a new chapel on the campus of Wentworth Military Academy, Lexington, Missouri, '-\T. M. Bro. J. M. Sellers, P.G.M., officiating. January 6, 1955, First Christian Church, Cape Girardeau, Missouri, R. W. Bro. Harold O. Grauel officiating. January 15, 1955, a new lodge hall of Hebron Lodge No. 354, Mexico, Missouri, M. W. Bro. James W. Skelly, P.G.M., officiating. April 30, 1955, Carrollton Public School Building, M. W. Bro. J. M. Sellers, P.G.M., officiating. July 21, ]955, new high school building, Aurora, Missouri, R. W. Bro. William J. Craig, D.G.M., officiating. NECROLOGY We are again saddened by the loss by death of members from our midst. As each year comes and goes we find faces ",'ell-known among us, to be absent. During the year our senior Past Grand Master died, M. W. Bro. Tolman W. Cotton of Van Buren, Missouri, who passed away Sunday, February 6, 1955. Dr. Cotton served this Grand Lodge with distinction during the year 19141915. He was also well-known in all the affiliated bodies of Freemasonry, and will be particularly remembered for his long devoted service to the Masonic Home. His passing was the subject of a memorial communication to the lodges of our jurisdiction under date of March 28, 1955. Death came on June 16, ]955, to R. W. 'Bro. Roy D. Drumm of Oak Ridge, D.D.G.M. of the Forty-ninth Masonic District. R. W. Bro. Roy D. Drumm will long be remembered as a devoted and conscientious Masonic worker. He was very active in the compaign for funds for the Masonic Home Building Program. I also desire to record the death of another member of our official familyR. W. Bro. F. M. McKinney, D.D.G.L., of the 4th Masonic District, Trenton, Missouri. His death occurred in November, 1954. This subject will be dealt with more fully in the report of the Committee on Necrology to be presented at this Annual Communication. THE MASONIC HOME While the matter of the affairs of the Masonic Home is covered by a separate report prepared by me as President, I desire to bring to your attention certain things concerning our great charitable institution. I wish to pay tribute to the eight men eJected by this Grand Lodge to serve on the Board of Directors with your senior officers. They are a fine, devoted group of Freemasons and have given unselfishly, without remuneration, of their time and

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energy to the administration of the affairs of the Home. I hope to be able to present them to you personally during the session. They are entitled to your sincere commendation. I cite for commendation, Bro. Lewis C. Robertson, Superintendent and M. W. Bro. Solon Cameron, P.G.M., our Medical Director. These two men, in their respective fields, have helped to maintain the Home as a well-organized and well-administered institution of which we can well be proud. The terms of two members of the Board of Directors will expire todayM. W. Bro. James M. Bradford, P.G.M., of St. L~mis, and W. Bro. Lester M. Heckman of Kansas City. The senrices of M. W. Bro. Bradford, with his long experience in Masonry and as a businessman, and the valued assistance of W. Bro. Heckman, an engineer, ,,,,ill be greatly missed. I trust the members of the Grand Lodge will use great care in selecting their successors. This Grand Lodge will have for consideration, an amendment to the bylaws with respect to the Masonic Home, the main purpose of which is to relieve the Grand Master from the duties imposed upon him as President of the Board of Directors. Since the Annual Communication of 1950, the Grand Master, by virtue of the by-laws, serves as President of the Masonic Home. I can testify from personal experience that it is exceedingly difficult for a Grand Master to adequately perform the duties required and, still, at the same time, render his most effective service in the administration of the work of the Grand Lodge. I feel that a proposal to make the D.G.M. President of the Masonic Home is to be recommended. I question, however, whether or not the Grand Master should be removed from membership on the Board as is provided in a pending amendment to the by-laws. From my contacts with the membership during the year, I believe that there is a general opinion that the Grand Master should be a member of the Board of Directors, but the Brethren are quite willing that he should be relieved from many of the duties incident to the office of President. MASONIC HOME FUND DRIVE Pursuant to the unanimous action of the 1954 Annual Communication 01 the Grand Lodge, we immediately thereafter prepared the plans and program for the campaign to raise one million dollars, being the additional funds needed to construct a new hospital and men's building on the Masonic Home grounds. It had been decided that the Grand Master should send a personal letter to each of our members. There being no complete mailing list available, the first task was to obtain the membership rolls of the subordinate lodges. I am indeed indebted to the secretaries of the lodges and to the D.D.G.M.s for their help in this regard. They furnished me the names and addresses of all our 594 lodges except 38. To assist me, the secretaries of many of the lodges addressed the envelopes themselves. Approximately 120,000 letters were placed in the mail. Each envelope contained a brochure outlining the reasons and need for the funds required. These brochures, as well as one prepared during administration of Grand Master Sellers, were desif.?;ned and formulated by two devoted and distinguished Freemasons, R. W. Bros. Robert Brinkman and Oliver Luft of St. Louis. They also devised and set up the organization for the very effective campaign which ensued under the direc-

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tion of the General Chairman, R. W. Bro. Frank P. Briggs, our Junior Grand Warden. I wish to publicly express appreciation of the Grand Lodge and of the Board of Directors of the Masonic Home for their fine, unselfish service. In this connection I wish to report that perhaps as many as 5,000 envelopes were returned unclaimed for incorrect addresses. May I urge at this time that the secretaries carefully check and keep up-to-date, the addresses of their members. The campaign activities developed a great revival of interest in the Masonic Home in particular, and in the matter of affairs Masonic in general. Untold hours of many hundreds of officers and members of our lodges were expended in the cause. Many of the lodges did a remarkable job in the raising of funds. Others, of course, were not quite so successful. I desire to report to you that while we did not raise the full million dollars, we do have on hand or access to, as of the date this address is being printed, the sum of $800,000.00. Having full confidence in the members of the Craft that the full amount needed would eventually be furnished on a voluntary basis and without a per capita tax raise or assessment, the Board of Directors of the Masonic Home let the contract for construction on August 17, 1955. As you can observe on a visit to the Home grounds, the project is under way and construction begun. We are very appreciative for the generous support from our friends in the other groups and organizations-too numerous to record here. Substantial contributions came from these sources. I feel that we can indeed be proud of this great achievement on the part of the Craft in Missouri. A great task performed by a group of non-professionals on a voluntary basis and without compulsion or monetary compensation-a true illustration of Masonry at work! REVISION OF BY-LAWS AND ANNOTATIONS In 1947 we published a revision of all the by-laws of the Grand Lodge other than the Trial Code. The Trial Code was published without revision in a separate pamphlet. The 1947 publication was inadequate for the reason that many important decisions of this Grand Lodge were not annotated. In order to keep the set of by-laws up-to-date, it is necessary to clip from the Grand Lodge pamphlet which is usually published following Grand Lodge sessions or from the annual proceedings, the references to the action of the Grand Lodge on various by-laws, the decisions and amendments, and then paste these in the by-law book. This is a very impractical procedure. It is not possible to have the complete body of the law without having access to the previous revisions of the by-laws and all copies of the proceedings of the Grand Lodge. As I stated, the Trial Code was printed in a separate pamphlet. Many sections of the Trial Code need revision. It is, likewise, inadequate, for it has never been properly annotated by reference to the reports of the Committee on Appeals and Grievances heretofore adopted by the Grand Lodge. It is my earnest recommendation that the incoming Grand Master, at the earliest possible time, take all necessary steps, looking to a complete revision

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and annotation of all the by-laws of this Grand Lodge, including the Trial Code, published in a single volume, preferably of loose-leaf construction. This will cost some money, but it will be money well spent. Provision should be made so that an eventual new publication of the complete by-laws of this Grand Lodge can be kept up-to-date by the addition annually, of the new decisions and amendments and additions to the by-laws. A study of the problem will be required as to how this may best be accomplished. DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND MASTERS As you know, there are sixty District Deputy Grand Masters, one for each of our fifty-nine districts with two in the Thirty-third District which consists of the City of St. Louis. The District Deputies are the personal representatives of the Grand Master in their respective districts. They constitute the backbone of the Grand Lodge. Without their help the Grand Master would be nearly powerless. The Annual Conference of District Deputies was held in jefferson City, Missouri, on November 22, 1955, and followed by the conference of District Deputy Grand Lecturers the following day. Through the courtesy of W. Bro. George Dyer, Worshipful Master of jefferson Lodge 43, the meetings were held in the Lodge Hall. As in the past few years, the arrangements for our comfort and convenience were made by R. ,,yo Bro. john Rich, D.D.G.M., for the 31st District. 'Ve are grateful to these two brethren for their courtesies and assistance. The conference was attended by more than three-fourths of the district deputies. There was a general discussion of the duties and obligations of the District Deputy Grand Master. Matters of l\fasonic law and education were presented. Each subject discussed was followed by an open forum in whic.h all participated. Among the Grand Lodge Officers taking part in the conference, in addition to the Grand Master, were M. ,,yo Bro. Reader, Grand Secretary and R. W. Bros. William J. Craig and Martin B. Dickinson. Since the District Deputies were to be key figures in the campaign for funds for the Masonic Home, I had arranged for R. W. Bros. Robert Brinkman and Oliver Luft of St. Louis, together with Bro. Lewis C. Robertson, Superintendent of the Masonic Home, to be present. The first two brothers were the ones who had formulated and laid out the plans for the Fund Campaign. All details of the Drive were thoroughly presented and discussed. The enthusiastic presentation by these men was exceptionally well received. I have had many occasions to call upon the District Deputies for service and assistance this year. I have always found them ready and willing to respond to the call. On my visitations over the state they have been most helpful in arranging meetings and making the necessary preparations for my visitations. I deeply appreciate their loyalty in the performance of their duties and in the extension of courtesies to me. Because of the many duties imposed upon the District Deputy Grand Masters in the Masonic Home Drive, 'we did not request that district administrative meetings be held. It was our thought that all available energy should be expended in the drive for funds, and that it would be an imposition upon the district deputies to also have to arrange district meetings. This

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does not detract from their value and it is hoped that in the year to come, a full schedule of district meetings may be held. SECRETARIES' CONFERENCES For many years I have advocated the holding of conferences for subordinate lodge secretaries. To my mind, nothing is more important to the health and prosperity of a subordinate lodg-e than a competent, well-informed secretary. Dr. Reader and I had formulated preliminary plans for a series of secretaries' conferences to be held this year. It was with great disappointment we were required to abandon the program because of the many duties imposed upon subordinate lodge officers, and especially secretaries, during the Masonic Home campaign for funds. It would also have been difficult for the Grand Master to have attended many of these conferences for the same reason. It is my opinion that these conferences are of great importance to the welfare of the Grand Lodge. They should be supervised and conducted by the Grand Secretary so that the 'wealth of information at his disposal be made available to the secretaries for a more efficient performance of their duties. While it may be desirable, I see no real need for the Grand Master to attend these conferences any more than he should attend general or regional conferences of the Grand Lecturer with his deputies. After all, most of the contacts the secretary has with the Grand Lodge are through the office of the Grand Secretary. I trust the incoming Grand Master will share my opinion as to the need for these conferences. If he does, I feel quite sure the Grand Secretary will furnish him all assistance necessary in arranging them. GRAND LODGE OFFICERS' CONFERENCES Following the practice of the last few years, I held two conferences with all of the officers of the Grand Lodge. I have also held several informal meetings with the senior officers. The first was in Jefferson City on November 21, ]954, preceding the conference of District Deputy Grand Masters. The other was held in St. Louis, Missouri on April 30, 1955. These conferences are of great value for the discussion and interchange of ideas as to the different matters which concern the administration of the work of the Grand Lodge. I have found the constructive criticism, the advice and counsel of our officers, very beneficial. \Vithout their help I would have been severely limited in the administration of my duty as Grand Master. I sincerely thank them, and commend them to you, one and all, as devoted Freemasons. THE "VASHINGTON 1\fEETINGS Among the outstanding events of each Grand Lodge year are the National Masonic meetings in Washington, D. C. held during the week in February in which falls Washington's Birthday. The meetings this year were at the Statler Hotel, February 21 to 24. As a Grand Master I represented the Grand Lodge of Missouri and was accompanied by M. W. Bro. Harold L. Reader, Grand Secretary, who went also to attend the conference of Grand Secretaries. Others in attendance from Missouri were R. W. Bros. 'Villiam J. Craig, D.G.M., Bruce H. Hunt, G.S. Steward. Freelon K. Hadley, Grand Lecturer,

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M. W. Bro. Ray V. Denslow, P.G.M., and Bros. Knudsen and William R. Denslow. These meetings are of great importance to the Fraternity, nationally. Every Grand Lodge in the United States and Canada was represented, and there were also representatives from Grand Lodges in France, Germany, Argentina, Peru, Puerto Rico, Cuba, Mexico, Chile, China, Israel and Philippine Islands. One of the results of these meetings is the promotion of solidarity and good fraternal relations between Grand Lodges. On Monday, February 21, the meeting of the Masonic Service Association of the U. S. was held. This meeting was devoted to reports of the various activities of the association, and particularly, its work in the field of Masonic education, nationally. One of its main projects is the visitation program con· cerning our members in Veterans' hospitals. The association, in which our Grand Lodge has had a membership for many years, is supported on a per capita basis. Our support of the hospital visitation program is on a voluntary basis. For the past few years we have made an annual contribution of $5,000 to this most worthy project. It is my recommendation that we should again appropriate this sum for the next year. On Tuesday, February 22, the annual meeting of the George Washington National Masonic Memorial Association was convened at the massive and awe-inspiring memorial building at Alexandria, Virginia. I had the pleasure and privilege of presenting the contribution of our Grand Lodge to the building fund of the association in the amount of $5,000. The meeting was very interesting and the various items of the program quite inspiring. The meeting was ably handled by the president, M. W. Bro. Clifford D. Jory, P.G.M., of Iowa. Our senior P.G.M., M. W. Bro. Bert S. Lee, was re-elected 2nd Vice President. At this meeting, as well as at all of the other Washington meetings, M. W. Bro. Ray V. Denslow, P.G.M., was much in evidence. Missouri should be proud of this great Masonic scholar and leader whose reputation is international in scope-to him I pay tribute. On Tuesday evening, February 22, as a guest of our very competent and well-known Grand Secretary, I attended the annual banquet of the Grand Secretaries as his guest. The feature event of this meeting which followed the Grand Secretaries' conference, was a very fine address by M. W. Bro. Thomas S. Roy, P.G.M., of Massachusetts. It was a very great pleasure to have the opportunity to see and to meet these men who really cause the Grand Lodges of America to operate efficiently and effectively. The Grand Masters are quite dependent on the Grand Secretaries--Missouri is no exception. The conference of Grand Masters convened Wednesday morning, February 23, lasting two days. Temporary Chairman was M. W. Bro. Joseph A. Hearn, G.M. of Canada (in Ontario), who presided in 1954. Following an election, M. W. Bro. Thomas W. Corby, Grand Master of Connecticut, presided over the session that followed. At the conference there were many addresses of educational and informational interest. To my mind, the high light of the conference was an address by R. W. Bro. Roscoe Pound, a distinguished Masonic scholar and Dean Emeritus of Harvard Law School. The title of his address was "Prohibition of Po)iti{:s find Religion in Freemasonry."

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At the conference I was presented the credentials of M. W. Bro. Harry S. Truman, P.G.M., as Grand Representative of the Grand Lodge of Israel near the Grand Lodge of Missouri, by M. W. Bro. Abraham Shaoni, Grand Master of Israel. He requested me, at an appropriate time, to present it to M. W. Bro. Truman. This I expect to do at this session. The annual Grand Masters' Banquet was held Wednesday night, February 24. Mrs. MitchHl and I had as our guests, Bro. Stuart Symington, U. S. Senator from Missouri and his wife. Other Grand Masters had other prominent men of national importance as their guests, one of whom was M. W. Bro. Earl Warren, Chief Justice of the U. S. and P.G.M. of California. The address of the evening was given by R. W. Bro. George E. Bushnell, Grand Commander of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Northern Jurisdiction. This elaborate and well-planned event was certainly the crowning event of the conference. On Tuesday morning, February 23, I was a guest of M. W. Bro. Ray V. Denslow at a breakfast which he gave for conference delegates from foreign Grand Lodges. Most of the Missouri delegates were invited, and it was a most enjoyable affair. On Wednesday morning, February 24, the representatives to the conference, along with many other guests, were invited to a breakfast given by Bro. Frank S. Land, a member of Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446, Kansas City, Missouri, then Imperial Potentate of the Shrine. The honor guest was the President of the United States, Dwight D. Eisenhower. Other guests included the Chief Justice of the United States, M. W. Bro. Earl Warren, Bro. Charles E. Wilson, Secretary of Defense, and many other high governmental personalities. Needless to say, this was a most pleasurable experience. I am deeply indebted to the membership of this Grand Lodge in making it possible for me to attend these gatherings which were attended by the Masonic leaders of North America. VISITS TO OTHER JURISDICTIONS On October I I and 12, 1954, accompanied by the Grand Secretary, M. W. Bro. Harold L. Reader, I made an official visit to the Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Illinois at Chicago. Sessions were held at the Medinah Temple, AAONMS. Many of the Grand Lodges of the United States and Canada were represented. We were treated in a most hospitable manner and cordially entertained. We were represented at the Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Texas at Waco, by M. W. Bro. Willis J. Bray, December 1-2, 1954. On January 24 and 25, 1955, at the special invitation of the incoming Grand Master, M. W. Bro. Charles A. Mantz, I attended a session of the Grand Lodge of Colorado at Denver. I appointed M. W. Bro. Ray V. Denslow, P.G.M., as my personal representative at a special communication of the Grand Lodge of Cuba, at Havana, on February 26 and 27, 1955, called for the purpose of the dedication of a new Masonic Temple. This meeting followed the Grand Masters' conference held in Washington, D. C. earlier that week. He was accompanied by R. W. Bro. Freelon K. Hadley, Grand Lecturer, R. W. Bro. Bruce H. Hunt, and

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Bros. William R. Denslow and Edward Knudsen. M. \V. Bro. Denslow presented (at his own expense), a large silk American flag as a gift from the Grand Lodge of Missouri to the Grand Lodge of Cuba. M. W. Bro. Harold L. Reader, Grand Secretary, and R. W. Bro. Harold Jayne, Senior Grand Warden, attended the Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Indiana at Indianapolis on May 16-18, 1955. I was present at the Ninety-eighth Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Nebraska at Omaha, June 6-9, 1955. This was my third visit to this Grand Lodge. The brethren in Nebraska are noted for their cordial hospitali ty. The Grand Lodge of Missouri was represented at the dedicatory ceremony of the Iowa Grand Lodge Library and at the Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Iowa in Cedar Rapids, June 13-16, 1955, by M. W. Bro. Harold L. Reader, our Grand Secretary. Accompanied by the Grand Secretary, Dr. Harold L. Reader, I attended the Centennial Celebration and Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Canada in the Province of Ontario, at Toronto, July 17-19. It was an elaborately arranged program. The meeting was attended by representatives of many of the Grand Lodges in the British Empire and from most of the American Grand Lodges. These Fraternal visits to the Annual Communications of our neighboring Grand Lodges are most important. They serve to maintain and improve the already excellent Fraternal relations existing between us. Every effort should be exerted to continue these visitations. OTHER MASONIC GROUPS The relations between our Grand Lodge and the other Masonic groups in Missouri continues to be excellent. An evidence of this is the fact that we are again occupying this beautiful auditorium for our Grand Lodge session through the courtesy of the Scottish Rite Bodies of St. Louis. I have been hospitably received and entertained at various Scottish Rite and American Rite gatherings during the preceding year. My official visits to the Grand Chapter, R.A.M. and to the Grand Council R.S.M. at Columbia, Missouri, April 24 to 26, ]955, were enjoyable experiences. It is with great regret that I was prevented from accepting the invitation to sessions of the Grand Commandery of the Knights Templar at Hannibal on May 5-6. I desire at this time to express appreciation to these, our friends of the Scottish Rite and of the American Rite of Freemasonry, for their generous contributions and wholehearted support in our recent drive for funds for the Masonic Home. Cordial relations continue to exist between our Grand Lodge and the Grand Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star. I made an official visit to the Grand Chapter session last October in St. Louis, where I was courteously received. The Grand Chapter made a substantial appropriation for the support of our Masonic Home Building Program and great assistance for the drive has been given by the various subordinate chapters of the state. This great interest of the Order of Eastern Star in our Masonic Home, of course, has existed for many years and still continues. We are grateful for their help.

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GRAND MASTER'S BREAKFAST One of the most dramatic and impressive events of the year was the Third Annual Grand Master's Breakfast. The idea for such an event was originally suggested by R. W. Bro. Robert L. Aronson, Senior Grand Deacon. His information as to this type of event came from a similar affair in New York State. As on two previous occasions, the breakfast was held at the Chase Hotel in St. Louis on Sunday morning, May 1, 1955, and over 750 men from St. Louis and surrounding territory were in attendance. I purposely arranged a line officers' conference for the previous day. At my suggestion, almost the entire line of officers was in attendance. . The breakfast was preceded by religious services at the United Hebrew Temple, Independent Congregational Church and the Second Presbyterian Church, all of St. Louis. In a delightful setting in the hotel a fine program was presented. After the introduction of guests and various officers, there were musical selections by the Chanters of Moolah Temple. The address of the morning was given by Bro. J. C. Penney, one of America's leading industrialists. He was introduced by M. \\T. Bro. Richard O. Rumer. He was instrumental in securing Bro. Penney's attendance. Much credit is due the committee, the head of which, in addition to R. W. Bro. Aronson and M. W. Bro. Rumer, was R. W. Bro. Harry C. Ploetze. To have had the honor of presiding at this outstanding event was one of the finest pleasures that came to me this year. It is my hope that the Grand Master's Breakfast will be continued as an annual event hereafter. DISPENSATIONS There have been, during the year, many requests for dispensations for various reasons and purposes. Pursuant to the power vested in me as Grand Master, these have been issued and are set forth in the report of the Grand Secretary to be presented at this session of Grand Lodge. PHYSICAL DISQUALIFICATIONS From its earliest history, the Grand Lodge of Missouri subscribed to the doctrine of the "PERFECT YOUTH" as a qualification for a candidate for Freemasonry. This meant, of course, that all candidates for the degrees must have had no physical defects which would have prevented them from receiving and imparting the ceremonies of several degrees. Some years ago the by-law of the Grand Lodge on this subject, Sec. 113, was amended to provide that physically impaired candidates would be qualified if, by the aid of artificial appliances, they could conform to the necessary ceremonies. This by-law, through the years, prevented many otherwise worthy candidates from becoming Freemasons. There has been a trend in recent years-both in Missouri and in other jurisdictions-to liberalize this restriction as to physical disqualifications. There is much merit to the new thought on the subject. In line with this, our Grand Lodge at its 1954 Annual Communication, adopted a new by-law known as Sec. 113-A by the terms of which a physically

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disabled candidate, when eligible, might become, if otherwise worthy, a Freemason. The lodge with which he files his petition for degrees is authorized, after the candidate is duly and legally elected, to apply for a dispensation to confer the degrees on the candidate under the direction of the Grand Lecturer or his designated deputy. The Grand Master is given the absolute discretion whether or not to issue the dispensation. Since this new by-law presented a very important change in our law, I have approached the question cautiously and have given very serious consideration to each application presented for a dispensation. I feel that this was a very desirable change in our law, but at the same time, I am also of the opinion that a careful study must be made of each and every application, and that the law should be strictly followed. R. W. Bro. Martin B. Dickinson, former Chairman of the Committee on jurisprudence, drafted a suggested set of rules of procedure to be followed by the lodges in carrying out the provisions of Sec. 113-A. Copies of this set of rules were printed and may be obtained from the office of the Grand Secretary. During the year I have had 17 requests for dispensations to confer the degrees under the provisions of Sec. I 13-A. Of this number 16 have been issued and one denied. The record of these dispensations appears in the report of the Grand Secretary to be filed at this Annual Communication. HEALING I-JOHN MOSE VORIS--BOLIVAR LODGE NO. 195 Bro. john Mose Voris was passed September 3, 1953, in Bolivar Lodge No. 195 and raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason on September 24., 1953, a lapse of only 20 days between degrees. I caused an investigation to be made and found no wilful intention to violate the by-laws of the Grand Lodge requiring four weeks between degrees, and certainly none on the part of the candidate. After informing the Lodge that they must be careful, I dedared the brother to be healed. 2-RUSSF.LL WAYNE GREGG-ADA LODGE NO. 444 Russell Wayne Gregg was initiated in Ada Lodge No. 444 on October 8, 1953. He did not appear for his proficiency examination and for his second degree until October 14, 1954, although over one year had intervened. I found no wilful intention to violate the law in this irre/-?;ularity, and ordered the brother healed. 3-RUSSELL GILLIA:\f, JR.-EAST GATE LODGE NO. 630 Brother Russell Gilliam, jr. of East Gate Lodge No. 630 was raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason in the Mount Clemens Lodge No.6, Mount Clemens, Michi/-?;an, four weeks not having elapsed between the Second and Third Degrees. There being no fault of Brother Gilliam nor the East Gate Lodge No. 630 for this irregularity, I declared the brother to be healed and a Master Mason in good standing.

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4-EDWARD QUINTIN COLE--eARTHAGE LODGE NO. 197

Brother Edward Quintin Cole of Carthage Lodge No. 197 was passed to the degree of Fellowcraft in Bixby Knoll Lodge No. 699, Long Beach, California, on May 4, 1955, less than four weeks after he had been initiated in said Lodge on April 13. I found that this violation of our law did not occur through any fault of either the candidate or of Carthage Lodge No. 197, and J issued an healing order. 5-jAl\IES CARL DOWNING--GATE OF THE TEMPLE LODGE NO. 422

Brother James Carl Downing of Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422 was passed as a Fellowcraft in Waycross Lodge No. 305 of Waycross, Georgia, on June 14, 1955, and raised to sublime degree of Master Mason on July 5, 1955, four weeks not having elapsed after he was passed. I found that this irregularity occurred through no fault of the Lodge nor of the brother, and I declared him to be healed. 6-CHARLES WILBUR TRAVER5--PUXICO LODGE NO. 596

Charles Wilbur Travers was initiated at a special meeting in Puxico Lodge No. 596 on August 15, 1955. This meeting was called by the W. M. without giving notice to the membership, as required by Section 43 of the By-Laws. Since the meeting was irregularly called, doubt was cast upon the legality of the initiation. Under the authority vested in me, I declared the candidate to be healed, but I issued a reprimand to the Master for calling a meeting without notice. VISITATIONS 1L would he impossible to fully describe each and every meeting I have attended this past year. The brethren everywhere accorded me lavish hospitality and very courteous treatment. On all occasions when Mrs. Mitchell accompanied me, she was accorded every courtesy, which I deeply appreciated. I regret that limitation of time and conflict of engagements prevented me from accepting many of the invitations extended. Two invitations were extended on the Eve of the Grand Lodge Session and prior to my election, which I accepted. September 25, 1954, in company with Grand Lodge Officers Hadley and Hunt I visited Mt. Moriah Lodge No. 40, St. Louis, on the occasion of a fraternal visit of a delegation from McKinley Lodge No. 307 of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. September 26, 1954, As Depul) Grand 'laster I took part in a religious program in beautiful Eastern Star Chapel at our \Iasonic Home. The meeting was sponsored by St. Aldemar Commandery K. T. of St. Louis. September 27, 1954. Third quarterly meeting of the Masonic Home Board. September 27, 1954, Annual dinner and meeting of the District Dcputy Grand Masters at the Masonic Home. September 28, 1954, The 133rd Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge. A. F. & A. ~f. of Missouri. October 4, 1954, First official visit to Cypress Lodge No. 227, Laclede, Mo., and presented 50-ycar button to Bro. William H. Childress. October 5, 1954, Presented 50·year button to Bro. Frank L. Nichols, Temple Lodge No. 299, Kansas City, Mo. October 11 and 12, 1954, Grand Lodge of Illinois. Chicago, Ill.

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October 13, 1954, Official visit to the Grand Chapter O. E. .s. of Missouri, St. Louis. Resolution adopted for sllb~tantial contribution 10 the \tasonic Home Building Fund. October 13, 1954, Special meeting, \lasonic Home Board, St. Louis. Octobcr 15, 1954, Conference with Imperial Potcntate Frank S. Land, Bro. Stanley Garrity, Potcntate. and Rccorder Raymond Thorton of Ararat Tcmple of the Shrine, with respect to proposed dedication of ne\\' huilding of Ararat Temple. October l:l, 1954, The 43rd annual dinner at \lount Washington Lodge i'\o. 614, Independcnce, Mo., honoring Wor. Bro. G. B. Christy, Sccretary for 37 years, and \VOL Bro. Arch Hicks, Treasurer for :13 years. l\lost Wor. Bros. Reader and Sunderland, P. G. Ms. present. October 21, 1954, Annual homecoming balllluet of Iyanhoe Lodge ~(). 446, Kansas City, Mo. Presented 50-year buttons to Bros. William S. Jewell and George J. Storz. Octobcr 25, 1954, Official visit to home lodge-Charity Lodge i'.'o. 331. \VOL Bro. L. F. Carter, W. :\1. prescnted 50-year button to Bro. Harry Bell. October 29, 1954, Goats Club meeting (St. Louis Secretarics)~special appearance in regard to Masonic Home building program. October 31, 1954, Puhlic reception at Hotel Robidoux, St. Joseph, :\10., given by Grand \1aster's home lodge, Charity i'\o. 331. Large crowd in allendance including P. G. :\1s. Rumer, Cameron, Sunderland and DuVal Smith; and other Grand Lodge officers. Novemher 3, 1954, 60th annual Past :\1asters' dinner, Westport Lodge ~o. 340, Kansas City, Mo. Noyember 4, 1954, 105th Anniversary meeting, Trenton Lodge No. I I I, Trenton, Mo. Presented 50-year huttons to Bros. Benjamin Hall and Rolla S. McCallum. i'.'ovember 5 and 6, 1954, attended ceremonial of Ararat Temple of the Shrinc, Kansas City, Mo., on occasion of official visit of Imperial Potentate Frank S. Land, member of Ivanhoe :'-io. 446. As Grand :\taster of \Iasons of l\1issouri I dedicated ne\\' building of Ararat Temple. :"ovemher 8 to 1I, 1954. Fall ceremonial of the Scottish Rite Bodies in St. Joseph \10. ~O\'cmber 10, 1954, Guest at thc ccntennial celehration of Smithon Lodge :No. I, Highland, Kansas. :'IIoycmher 12, 1954, Annual dinner dance of the Square Club, composed of the P. Ms. of St. Louis and St. Louis County, at the l\tissouri Athletic Club in St. Louis. November 13, 1954, \1eeting of the Board of Directors of the :\tasonic Home in St. Louis. ;\l'ovember 18. ]9!i4. Fall ceremonial of \loila Temple of the Shrine, Sl. Joseph, ~fo.

November 20, 1954, 113th Anniversary dinner, Jefferson Lodg-e :\0. 43, Jefferson City, Mo. Novembcr 21, 19!i4, Grand Lodg-e Officers' Conferellce. Jefferson City, \10. ;\l'ovember 22, 1954, Conferencc of n. D. G. \f~. at the Hall of Jefferson Lod~e 1\'0. 43, Jefferson City, Mo. November 26, 1954, Brotherhood Lodge No. 269, St. Joseph, Mo. November 27, 1954, East Gate Lodge No. 630, Kansas City, \10. Prcsented 20 25year buttons in the name of the L()(l~c, and two 50-year buttons to Harry L. Hart and Joseph F. Talbert 011 hehalf of the Grand Lod~e. December ], ]954, Annual election and installation of officers of Saxton Lodge :\10. 508, St. Joseph, Mo. December 2, 1954, King Hill Lodge :\To. 376, installed R. \V. Bro. Albert H. Norton as Grand Tiler, as.sistcd by R. \V. Bro. James P. Hull, D. D. G. M., St. Joseph, Mo.

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December II, 1954, Masonic Home Board Meeting, St. Louis, ~10. Decemher 13, 1954, 84th annual meeting and election of officers of Charity Lodge :'\0. 331, St. Joseph, 1\10., home lodge of the Grand Master. Grand Master made principal address at the banquet. Following election, installed the officers. December 17, 1954, Attended the annual homecoming dinner of Solomon Lodge ~o. 271, Springfield, \10. Was presented as a speaker at the dinner by R. \V. Bro. William J. Craig, D. G. M. December 18, 1954, Attended annual Past Masters dinner of Neosho Lodge ~o. 247, ~eosho, Mo. All Lodges of 56th District present including R. W. Bro. Bert St. Clair, D. D. G. \1. 56th District, and Ralph E. Brown, D. D. G. \1. 44th District. December 20, 1954, Banquet ami puhlic installation of officers of Nodaway Lodge No. 470, \Iaryville, Mo. December 21, 1954, Attended 108th Annual Communication of St. Joseph Lodge No. 78, St. Joseph, Missouri-installed the officers. January 5, 1955, As a memher of the Board, I attended the anJlual meeting of the St. Joseph Masonic Board of Relief. January 5, 1955, Visited the first session of the Annual School of Instruction of the 9th \Iasonic District, R. W. Bro. William E. Jamieson, D. D. G. L presiding, St. Joseph, 1\10. January 7. 1955, Made address of the evening following public installation of officers at the hall of Friendship Lodge 0:0. 89, Chillicothe, \10. January 10, 1955, Attended Charity Lodge No. 331, St. Joseph, Mo. January II, 1955, Annual meeting and election of officers, Moila Temple A. A. O. N. 1\1. S., St. Joseph, Mo. January 1.'5, 1955, Masonic Home Board meeting, St. Louis, Mo. January I fl, 1955, Administrative meeting of the 26th I\lasonic District held at the hall of Acacia Lodge 1':0. 602, Columhia, \10., R. W. Bro. J. E. Richardson, D. D. G. M., presiding. January 24, ]955 and January 25, 1955, Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge, A. F. & A. 1\1. in Denver, Colo. M. W. Bro. Charles A. 'Iantz elected Grand Master. January 30, 1955, Kansas City, \10., for radio appearance on WDAF in behalf of Masonic Home huilding program. January 30, 1955, Received officially by Moil a Temple of the Shrine, St. Joseph, Mo., on the occasion of the official visit of Imperial Potentate Frank S. Land. February 7, 1955, Charity Lodge No. 331, St. Joseph, Mo. February 12, ]955, Masonic Home Board meeting, St. Louis, Mo. February ]6, 1955, Masonic Rally of Ararat Temple in Municipal Auditorium, Kansas City, Mo. Received check of Ararat Temple for $1,000.00 as contrihution to the Masonic Home huilding fund. February 21, 1955, Annual meeting of the Masonic Service Association, \Vashington, D. C., and the Grand Masters' Conference, February 23-24, 1955. February 22, 1955, attended annual meeting of the George Washington National Memorial Association, Alexandria, Va. February 24, 1955, \Vas guest of Founders' Day banquet of the Supreme Council, Order of DeMolay, Washington, D. C. February 28, 1955, Attended Charity Lodge No. 331, St. Joseph, \10. March II, 1955, Laid cornerstone of Library Building, Southwest Missouri State College, Springfield, Mo. March II, 1955, Attended 38th Masonic District meeting in the hall of Mack'l\ Creek Lodge No. 433, Mack's Creek, Mo., R. W. Bro. Claude Wood, D. D. G. \1. presiding. P. G. Ms. Ewing and Rumer present. March ]3, 1955, Attended Masonic Home Board meeting, 5t Louis, Mo.

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March 17, 1955, Attended 8th Masonic District meeting held in the hall of Forest City Lodge No. 214, Forest City, Mo., R. W. Bro. Lawrence Fawks, D. D. G. 1\1. presiding. March 23, 1955, Attended St. Joseph Council No.9, R. A. S. M., St. Joseph, Mo. March 28, 1955, Attended Charity Lodge No. 331, St. Joseph, Mo. March 30, 1955, Attended dedication and open house, new temple of Shelbina Lodge No. 228, Shelbina, Mo., R. W. Bro. W. A. Bagley, D. D. G. M. presiding. Grand Lodge Officers Jayne, Briggs and Hunt present. April I, 1955, Attended 10th Masonic District Association meeting held in the hall of Parrott Lodge No. 308, Maysville, Mo. April 2, 1955, "Temple Night," hall of Mt. Moriah Lodge No. 40, St. Louis, Mo. Members of Beacon Lodge No.3, Mizpah No. 639, Euclid Lodge No. 505, Bellefontaine Chapter R. A. M. and Ivanhoe Commandery K. T., all of St. Louis, present. Presented 50-year huttons to Bros. Charles A. Rinehart and Albert S. Steiner. P. G. Ms. Reader, Cameron, Rumer, and Grand Lodge Officers Aronson, Grauel and Witthaus present. This was an outstanding meeting at which "VOL Bro. O. Wesley Konering, W. M. of Mt. Moriah No. 40 presided. April 3, 1955 to April 5, 1955, made Southeast Missouri trip to the "Bootheel" area, arranged hy R. W. Bro. Harold O. Grauel, J. G. D. I was accompanied hy Bro. Lewis C. Robertson, Superintendent of Masonic Home. We were guests at a dinner given by the Shrine Cluh of Sikeston on April 3, 1955. On this trip we inspected the new temples of Sikeston No. 310, Sikeston, Mo., New Madrid Lodge No. 429, New Madrid, Mo., Chaffee Lodge No. 615, Chaffee, Mo. April 4, 1955, Inspected the temples of Four Mile Lodge No. 212, Campbell, Mo., Advance Lodge No. 590, Advance, Mo., Poplar Bluff Lodge No. 209, Poplar Bluff, Mo. Also visited the halls of St. Marks Lodge No. 93, Cape Girardeau, Mo., Kennett Lodge No. 68, Kennett, Mo., Bloomfield Lodge No. 1.~3, Bloomfield, Mo., Homerville Lodge No. 215, Hornersville, Mo., Dexter Lodge No. 322, Dexter, Mo. I was privileged to meet members of these various lodges on this trip. Freemasonry is flourishing in southeast Missouri. The climax of the trip was the official visit and address to a large crowd in the hall of Hornersville Lodge No. 215 at Hornersville, Mo., our southernmost lodge. April 10, 1955, Easter service, Hugh De Payens Commandery No.4, K. T., St. Joseph, Mo. April II, 1955, Official visit to annual breakfast meeting of Brotherhood Lodge No. 269, St. Joseph, Mo., called at 4:30 A.M. Conferred first degree. April 15, 1955, Spring convocation, Scottish Rite Bodies, St. Joseph, Mo. April 16, 1955, Masonic Home Board meeting, St. Louis, Mo. April 20, 1955, guest at dinner of Quaker Oats Masonic Cluh of St. Joseph, Mo., and made honorary member. April 21, 1955, Guest at annual dinner of the officers of Charity Lodge No. 331, St. Joseph, Mo. April 22, 1955, Attended party given in honor of Grand Master at his home chapter, Areme Chapter No. 461, O. E. S., St. Joseph, Mo. April 25, 1955, Grand Council, R. S. M. of Missouri at Columhia. Initiated into Order of the Silver Trowel. April 26, 1955, Grand Chapter R. A. M., Columhia, Mo. April 29, 1955, Honor guest of Masters and Wardens Association of 22nd Masonic District, Masonic Temple, 9th and Harrison, Kansas City, Mo. At this meeting R. W. Bro. H. Roe Bartle, Grand Orator and Mayor of Kansas City made Grand Master an honorary citizen of Kansas City and presented him a key to the city. R. W. Bro. William H. Cox, D. D. G. M. presided.

1955

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

April ~9, 1955, ;\lade member of Grotto at sight, at special meeting of Elysian Grotto, Kansas City, Mo. April 30, 19.55, Grand Lodge Officers' Conference at 'Iasonic Home, St. Louis. April 30, 1.955, Attended a dinner with other Grand Lodge Officers in honor of Bro. J. c. Penney, speaker at Grand ~Iasters' breakfast. The dinner was given by M. W. Bro. Richard O. Rumer, P. G. M. at Missouri Athletic Club in St. Louis. May I, IY55, Annual Grand ~Iastcr's breakfast held at Chase Hotel in St. Louis. following religious services, Bro. .J. c. Penney, speaker, with over 750 attending. ~lay 19, 19F;5. Guest at meeting of Past High Priests' Club, St. Joseph. May 20, 1955, Guest at banquet following spring convocation of Scottish Rite Bodies in Kansas City, .\10. .\Iade address to the class. May 23, 1955, Past 'tasters' Night at Charity Lodge No. 331, St. Joseph. May 25, 1955, St. Joseph Council No.9, R. & S. M., St. Joseph. Official visit of W. Bro. E. E. Wilson, 1\1. Ill. Grand Master of Grand Council, R. & S. M. of Missouri. May 28, 1955, Centennial celebration, Mt. Pleasant Lodge ~o. 142, Otterville, Mo. May 31, 1955, Centennial celebration, Oregon Lodge No. 139, Oregon, Mo. June 1, 1955, Visit to Burlington Lodge No. 442, Burlington Junction, Mo. June 3, 1955, Dedicated new hall of Havana I.odge No. 21, McFall, Mo. June 6, 1955, Attended Annual Communication of Grand Lodge, A. F. & A. M. of Nebraska, in Omaha. June 11, 1955, Masonic Home Board meeting in St. Louis. June 11, 1955, Attended annual summer picnic and entertainment for Masonic Home family, sponsored by \Vardens and Masters Club of St. Louis, held on Masonic Home grounds in St. Louis. June 15, 1955, Guest at the dinner given for the Grand Master annually by Moila Temple, St. Joseph, '\Iissouri. This dinner preceded the 9th Masonic District Meeting, R. W. Bro. J. P. Hull, D. D. G. ~f., presiding. June 16, 1955, Annual Past Masters picnic, Savannah Lodge No. 71, held in a beautiful grove 011 the farm of W. Bro. Robert Whitchurch, \V. M., Savannah, Missouri. July 9, 1955, Masonic Home Board meeting in St. LoUIS. July 10, 15. 1955, Imperial Council Session of the Shrine in Chicago, Illinois. July 17, 1955, Centennial and Annual Communication, Grand Lodge of Canada in Ontario, at Toronto. July 28, 1955, Annual officers' picnic, Charity Lodge No. 331, St. Joseph, Missouri. August 8, 1955, Charity Lodge No. 331, St. Joseph, Missouri, acted as secretary. August 13, 1955, Masollic Home Board meeting in S1. Louis. August 17, 1955, Special meeting, Masonic Home Board, St. Louis, to award building contract. August 17, 1955, "feeting at Triple Lodge No. 835, Granite City. minois. Official visit M. W. Bro. Carroll H. Hughes, Grand Master of Illinois. Another guest was M. W. Bro. Erne'it Boliger, Grand Master of Oregon. August 20, 1955, Officers' picnic, Brotherhood Lodge No. 269, St. Joseph, Missouri. September 1, 1955, Savannah Lodge No. 71, Savannah, Missouri. September 3, 1955, 9th annual party honoring the Grand Master of Kansas, M. W. Bro. Scott E. Kelsey, accompanied by M. W. Bro. Harry S. Sunderland, P. G. M., Burlington. Kansas. September 12. 1955, Charity Lodge No. 331, St. Joseph, Missouri. September 13, 1955, Zeredatha Lodge No. 189, S1. Joseph, Missouri. September 17, 1955, Dedicated new temple of Hebron Lodge No. 354, Mexico, Missouri.

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1955

September 25, 1955, presented 50-year hutton to Wor. Bro. Frank S. Stumm, Cornerstone Lodge :\0. 323, St. Louis, Missouri. Septemher 26, 1955, ~lasonic Home Board meeting in St. Louis.

ORDER OF THE MYSTIC SHRINE Freemasonry of Missouri was honored this past year by having one of its members occupy the exalted position of Imperial Potentate of the Ancient Arabic Order l\'obles of the Mystic Shrine for North America. I refer to Brother Frank S. Land, member of Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446, Kansas City, Missouri. He is well known as the founder of the Order of DeMolay. You will not be surprised to learn, I am sure, that the various Shrine Temples in Missouri have given substantial financial and moral support to the Masonic Home in the building fund campaign. I was invited, during my term of office, to a large number of Shrine functions and entertained quite royally. An important event of the year occurred in Kansas City, Missouri, on November 5 and 6. At that time, at the request of Ararat Temple and in company with Brother Land, I dedicated, as Grand Master, the new building of Ararat Temple. I attended the other ceremonies incident to the official visit of the Imperial Potentate to his home temple in Kansas City. The Imperial Potentate dedicated his year in office to what he called "The New Horizons Program," the main feature of which was to promote closer unity between the Order of the Mystic Shrine and Ancient Craft Masonry. This program has received great publicity and much acclaim. I feel quite certain that it will result in greater unity among our organizations, and in behalf of this Grand Lodge I promised the Imperial Potentate our full cooperation. In furtherance of the program of the Imperial Potentate, Ararat Temple held a meeting called the Grand Masonic Rally at the Municipal Auditorium in Kansas City on February 16. Presiding heads of Blue Lodge and American Rite, as well as Scottish Rite Bodies, were invited and in attendance. It was well attended. I was pleased to have had the opportunity to be there. I can tell you that it 'was with great pleasure that I accepted a check for $1,000 from Ararat Temple as a contribution to the Masonic Home Building Fund. As a final gesture to Ancient Craft Masonry, the Imperial Potentate invited each Grand Master in America to attend the Imperial Council Session of the Shrine in Chicago on July 11-14. I was pleased to accept. Mrs. Mitchell and I, along with the other guests, were received and entertained with all possible courtesy. DECISIONS Many requests for interpretation and application of the Masonic law of our jurisdiction have come to me. I have attempted to answer all such requests promptly. A large majority of these were ones which could be and were answered simply by reference to the By-laws of the Grand Lodge and approved decisions of the Grand Lodge. I have not reported in this address, any such decisions, for they would only be repetitions of the presently controlling decisions and would serve only to burden the record. Therefore, I report only the following decisions for official action.

1955

GRAlS'D LODGE OF MISSOURI

DECISION I.

The consolidation of a lodge with another does not carry with it the territorial jurisdiction of said lodge, and jurisdiction is determined after consolidation, as if the extinct lodge has never existed. DECISION II.

Section 131 of the By-laws requires a ballot to be taken on a petitIOn for degrees or for affiliation, unless the lodge, by vote entered of record, finds a petitioner totally disqualified; that is, presently ineligible so that the degrees could not lawfully be conferred or the petitioner become a member, even if elected. DECISION III.

A certificate of good standing cannot be issued by a secretary until the same has been authorized by the lodge. A demit cannot be issued by the secretary unless first authorized by the lodge, with this exception: That where a certificate of good standing has been issued by order of the lodge, a demit thereafter requested to complete transfer of membership to another lodge may be issued by the secretary without further order of the lodge. DECISION IV.

(a) An appointive officer of a lodge, when installed, becomes an officer of the lodge and he may not be removed from office by the worshipful master. (b) A by-law of a lodge authorizing its worshipful master to remove, for cause, an installed appointive officer, is invalid. DECISION V.

When a lodge increased the fees for the degrees a member who has received a part of the degrees only, without paying the fees for the remaining degrees and who has permitted more than a year to pass without petitioning for advancement, is required to pay the increased fee for the remaining degrees (Sec. 46, 1925 By-laws, Sec. 47, 1947 By-laws.) This decision re-affirms a decision of Grand Master Gentry, Proc. 1931, p. 15. Conflicting decisions, Proc. 1897, p. 15; Proc. 1926, p. 21 and Proc. 1932, p. 70 should not be followed. DECISION V1.

Where the petitioner paid the full fee for the degrees as required by the by-laws of the lodge at the time he filed his petition with the lodge and was thereafter elected and initiated but failed and refused, through no fault of the lodge, to pass a satisfactory examination in open lodge upon his proficiency in the Entered Apprentice Degree, the lodge has no authority to return to the petitioner, any portion of the fee. (Sections 47, 115 and 124, By-laws, 1947.) DECISION VII.

Where, as provided by Section 73, a lodge has adopted a budget, the lodge may not authorize the expenditures in excess of the budget (except in an emergency), without a favorable vote of the two-thirds of the members present and voting at a stated communic.ation.

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STATE OF THE CRAFT I desire to report some observations and suggestions resulting from the administration of my duties as Crand Master for the past year. Too much credit cannot be given our Building Supervisory Board, comprised of R. W. Bro. Walter J. Bublitz, Chairman, M. Wor. Bro. James M. Bradford and R. W. Bro. Fred Heuerman. They have given to the subordinate lodges much needed advice and suggestions for their plans in building and remodeling lodge halls. I feel quite certain that through their influence many of our lodges have avoided serious financial pitfalls, and as a result thereof, the strength of the Fraternity has been enhanced. I have seen tangible evidence of their fine work in the beautiful new buildings of Sikeston No. 310, New Madrid No. 429, Chaffee No. 615, Poplar Bluff No. 209, Four Mile No. 212 at Campbell, Missouri, Havana No. 21 at McFall, Missouri, Advance No 590, Shelbina No. 228, and Hebron No. 354, Mexico, Missouri. There are only a few of the new lodge halls in ,vhich the Building Supervisory Board has been concerned the last two or three years. I wish to express appreciation and thanks to them for their conscientious and constructive service. In my visitations over the state I found a high morale prevailing among the membership. Most of the lodges have been busy with work. The Grand Lecturer reports to me that the ritualistic performance of the lodges is good. He has had more requests for schools of instruction than it was possible for him to accept. The membership seems to be anxious to become proficient and eager to learn. This is a good sign. Highest praise is due R. W. Bro. Hadley, C.L., for his superb performance of duty. Our Fraternity is beset with the same problem as with most every other organization-lack of attendance at meetings. The coming of television and the requirements and demands of our modern. complex life have had their effect. It is, however, significant to note that those lodges which arrange an occasional social program or other interesting meeting, have little difficulty in getting out a crowd. Many have expressed concern why so many members of various lodges have apparently lost interest and become lax in attendance. Perhaps this is the answer: The ritual is necessary to the teaching of Masonic truths and proficiency therein is highly desirable. but an over-emphasis on proficiency in the ritual, so many times rendered in a monotone and by meaningless rote, will very likely have an adverse effect. Experience, however. teaches that a varied program will make for a more active and a more interested membership. I have further observed that most of the active lodges have monthly publications. These vary in size and content from that of a magazine to a small two-page folder which can be inserted in an envelope. Such a bulletin can be prepared and distributed to the membership for a modest proportionate cost. Its importance cannot be overestimated. We have already seen a real value in The Freemason, the new publication of our Grand Lodge. As a means for stimulating interest and for the dissemination of news items and of coming events, there can be no real effective substitute. The inevitable result will be an increased attendance and a more active lodge.

1955

GRA~D

LODGE OF MISSOURI

I have found an almost uniform objection to the so-called "communist" or subversive activity question which was made a part of the petition for degrees pursuant to Section 219-A of our By-laws. The reason for the objection is obvious. An amendment is pending for its repeal. I trust favorable action thereon will be taken by this Grand Lodge. The view I express does not mean that Freemasonry and communism have any thing in common. Quite the contrary is true. The mandatory requirement of a petitioner in the first paragraph of his petition that he be "a firm qeliever in the one living true God" proves that. I am informed that many lodges are confronted with the problem of having in their membership Master Masons who have failed or refused to stand a satisfactory examination in open lodge in the proficiency lecture of the first section of the Degree of Master Mason as required by Section 126 of our by-laws. This matter merits serious consideration by this Grand Lodge. Query-would it not be desirable to require a satisfactory examination in the third degree as a condition precedent before a newly made Master Mason could obtain a dues receipt card showing him to be a member in good standing in the Lodge? The by-law above cited states that the offender "shall be subject to Masonic discipline." To my knowledge, this part of the section has never been defined or enforced. This Grand Lodge should take appropriate action in the premises. From personal observations and from talking with various of our DDGMs, I believe there is a need for some changes to be made in our Masonic Districts. Some of the Districts, particularly in Southeast and South Central Missouri, are quite large, requiring the deputies to travel long distances in making visitations. District No. 33 A and B which comprises the City of St. Louis, has 47 lodges. With this large group it is practically an impossibility for the two deputies there to do a real effective job. A survey of the districts shows there are only 4 lodges in District No. 58. Districts Nos. 4, 28 and 30 have but 5 lodges each, and there are 6 lodges in the following districts: Nos. 5, 13, 16, 52 and 58. It would seem that the deputies in these districts might well be able to supervise a larger number of lodges each. It is my suggestion that the incoming Grand Master and his senior officers consider the desirability of making a survey of our districts and endeavor to equalize the work among the DDGMs. RECOMMENDATIONS To supplement observations and opinions heretofore set forth, I desire to make the following recommendations: First, I recommend that the incoming Grand Master, at an early date, give consideration to the holding of conferences for secretaries of subordinate lodges. Second, I recommend that this Grand Lodge, if it be deemed necessary to revise in whole or in part, the By-laws of this Grand Lodge, authorize and direct the incoming Grand Master to appoint a committee for that purpose, to report back to the Grand Lodge at its next Annual Communication, as provided in Section 222 of the By-laws.

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Third, I recommend that the incoming Grand Master take all steps necessary to obtain at the earliest possible time, a complete annotation of the By-laws of the Grand Lodge including a Trial Code. Fourth, I urge that the Grand Lodge at this Communication, adopt an appropriate amendment to the By-law relative to the Masonic Home, relieving the Grand Master of the duties incident to the presidency of the Masonic Home. ACKNO\VLEDGMENTS I now bring to conclusion the report of my year's activity as Grand Master. This address is no exposition of Masonic philosophy, nor is it a promulgation of great Masonic truths. It is simply a narrative of the activities, the opinions and the travels of a Northwest Missouri lawyer in the service of the Masonic Fraternity of Missouri. I must not conclude, however, without these expressions of heartfelt thanks: To M. Wor. Bro. Harold L. Reader, OUT Grand Secretary, for his wise counsel and advice based on his many years' experience in the quarries of Masonry. If my administration is entitled to any credit, much of the appreciation therefor should go to him. To my long-suffering law partner, Bro. Ralph R. Hulse, my sincere thanks for saving from extinguishment, a formerly lucrative law practice. To my wife, Dorothea, for her encouragement during these past years and for her patience in meeting trains and busses at all hours of the day and night upon my return from various trips. And finally, to the Brethren for their confidence reposed in me in my election as Grand Master. I have given, I believe, sincere and conscientious service. I trust the Brethren will feel it as having been effective. Fraternally submitted, ORESTES MITCHELL, JR. Grand Master.

1955

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI REPORT OF GRAND SECRETARY

1\'1. W. Brother Harold L. Reader, Grand Secretary, presented his report for

the period September 11, 1954 to September 10, 1955, which was received and ordered printed in the Proceeding-so The report is as follows: SlJ:\I:\.fARY OF WORK

Total Membership September 10, 1955 Net Gain Initiated Passed Raised

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123,013 1,082 4,160 4,030 4,124

I>lil'L1(;ATE (;HARTERS

To Marcus Lodge No. 110, second duplicate charter on October 26, 1954, in lieu of first duplicate charter issued in 1862 and erroneously filled out as of 1862 instead of 1849; to Moniteau Lodge No. 295 on November 23, 1954, original having become illegible; to Bernie Lodge No. 573 on November 29, 1954, original having become illegible; to Havana Lodge No. 21 on January 5, 1955, original having been lost by fire; to Ada Lodge No. 444 on May 27, 1955, original becoming illegible; to Cainsville Lodge No. 328 second duplicate, first duplicate having been damaged by water. LODGES CONSOLIDATED

White Hall Lodge No. 301 consolidated with Valley Lodge No. 413 on January 20, 1955, under the Harne and number of Valley Lodge No. 413. GRAND REPRESENTATIVES

The Grand Master appointed the following Grand Representatives: Jack Stockburger James R. Rogers Thomas L. Francis Dr. Philip Korngruen Jacob A. Uhr Henry R. Van Geest Ulisses lJchoa Bittencourt :'I:O:\fI~ATIO~S

Arkansas Alabama Kansas Israel ="ew York :\finnesota Rio de Janeiro FOR (;RA:'I:D REl'RF.5E:'o:TATIVES

The Grand Master nominated brethren as Grand Representatives ncar the Grand Lodge of Missouri as follows: Harry S. Truman John B. Vrooman

Israel Virginia COURTESIES

Two hundred and thirty-one requests have been made to Sister Grand Jurisdictions to confer degrees for Missouri Lodges; and one hundred and four requests to confer degrees have been made to Missouri Lodges by Sister Grand Jurisdictions. DISPENSATIONS

By order of Grand Master ~Jitchell dispensations were issued as follows:

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1955

October 8, 1954, to Rl. Wor. Harold O. Grauel, Junior Grand Deacon, to dedicate the new Masonic Hall of New Madrid Lodge No. 429, New Madrid, Missouri, on October 18, 1954. October 8, 1954, to 1\1. Wor. J. M. Sellers, P. G. M., to lay the cornerstone of Chapel on the Wentworth Campus on October 16, 1954. October 25, 1954, to Rt. Wor. :\Iartin B. Dickinson, Kansas City, Mo., to install Rt. Wor. Herbert E. Duncan as Grand Chaplain, at Country Club Lodge No. 656, on December 6, 1954. October 25, 1954, to Rt. Wor. John A. Witthaus, Senior Grand Marshal, to install Rt. Wor. Ira T. Gragg as Grand Chaplain, at I\Iizpah Lodge No. 639, on November 16, 1954. October 28, 1954, to the Wor. I\Iaster of Magnolia Lodge No. 626, St. Louis to hold installation of officers in the Scottish Rite Temple on January 8, 1955. . October 28, 1954, to M. Wor. Richard O. Rumer, P. G. M., St. Louis, to dedicate the new Temple of Sikeston Lodge No. 310, Sikeston, Mo., on November 13, 1954. November 16, 1954, to George A. Dyer, Wor. Master of Jefferson Lodge :'>Jo. 43, Jefferson City, 1\10., to confer third degree on F. C. Brother Harry Ward Paden, in accordance with Section 113-A of the Grand Lodge By-laws. November 24, 1954, to Wor. I\laster of Winigan Lodge No. 540, Winigan, Mo., to hold election of ofIicers for 1955 on Decem bel' I, 1954. November 29, 1954, to Frank Smith, Wor. Master, Winona Lodge No. 430, Winona, Mo., to hold election of officers at first regular meeting of lodge in December. November 29, 1954, to RL Wor. Melge W. Colterman, D.D.G.M., 30th District, Wentzville, Mo., to dedicate for I\Iasonic purposes the High School Auditorium at Wentzville prior to December 4, 1954. l\"ovember 29, 1954, to the Wor. \faster of Wentzville Lodge No. 46, Wentzville, Mo., to hold joint installation of officers with the local chapter of the O.E.S., in the auditorium of the Wentzville High School on December 4, 1954. December 1, 1954, to the Wor. \-faster of Cairo Lodge No. 486, Cairo, Mo., to hold installation of officers in Lodge Hall of Jacksonville Lodge N. 541, December 9, 1954, and to hold meetings of lodge in said hall until lodge hall of Cairo Lodge has been restored. December 7, 1954, to the Wor. Master of Berkeley Lodge No. 667, Berkeley, Mo., to confer the three degrees of Masonry on Walter John Gruenschleg in accordance with Section 113-A of the Grand Lodge By-laws. December 7, 1954, to the Wor. I\1aster of Hogle's Creek Lodge No. 279, Wheatland, Mo., to hold joint installation of officers with O.E.S. Chapter No. 183 at Wheatland High School on December 11, 1954. December 10, 1954, to the Wor. Master of Freedom Lodge No. 636, Mehlville, Mo., to hold installation of officers for 1955 on Saturday, January 15, 1955, at Gardenville Masonic Temple. December 13, 1954, to the Wor. Master of Twilight Lodge ~o. 114, Columbia, ~10., to hold joint installation of officers for 1955 with Acacia Lodge No. 602, at Acacia Hall on December 27, 1954. December 23, 1954. to Rt. Wor. Harold O. Grauel, Junior Grand Deacon, Cape Girardeau, 1\10., to lay the cornerstone of the First Christian Church at Cape Girardeau, Mo., on January 6, 1955. December 24, 1954, to the Wor. Master of O'Sullivan Lodge No.7, Walnut Grove, Mo., to hold joint installation of officers with the O.E.S. in the High School Bldg., on December 27, 1954. December 24, 1954, to the Wor. Master of Chaffee Lodge No. 615, Chaffee, Mo., to confer the three degrees of Masonry on Harlan Guy Maxwell in accordance with Section 113-A of the Grand Lodge By-laws.

1955

GRA~n

LODGE OF \flSSOURI

December 29, 1954, to the Wor. \Iastcr of Olivc Branch LodRc :\0. 576, St. Louis, Mo., to hold installation of officcrs on Decemher 30, 1954, at 8 o'clock p.m., in the Royal Arch Chapter Hall. 3681 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis, Mo. January 4, 1955, to the Wor. \Iaster of Havana L(Jd~e :\0. 21. McFall, \10., to meet in lodgc halls of GcntrY\'ille :\0. 125. Jawhy :\0. 447 and Athcns No. 127 until Havana Lodge has sccured and prepared a ne\\' meeting- placc. January 5, 1955, to the Wor. \laster of Bcrlin l.odRe :\!o. 378, KinR City, i\lo., to confer the three degrees of \Iasonry on Ralph Dean SlayhouRh, undcr the provisions of Section II3-A of the Grand LodRe By-laws. January II, 1955, to \1. Wor. James \V. Skclly, P. G. \1., St. Louis, \10., to lay cornerstone of the new Temple of Hebron Lod~e :\0. %4, at l\lexico, \10., on Saturday, January 1:'1, 195:'1. January 19, 19:'15, to the \\'or. \Iaster of Joachim Lod~e :'\0. 164, Hillsboro, Mo., to reballot on petition of Vernon Carl Viehland at first regular wmmunication in February. January 19, 195:'1, to the Wor. \faster of Kansas City LodRe ~o. 220, Kansas City, Mo., to confer the deRrees on Claire \\'illiam Pope, under thc terms of Section 113-A of the Grand LodRe By-laws. January 21, 1955, to the \\'or. Master of Branson LodRe :'\0. :'187, Branson, \fo., to confer deRrees on John Clea \IcCullough. under the terms of Section 113-A of the Grand Lodge By-laws. January 24, 1955, to the Wor. \Iaster of Charity Lod~c ;'\0. 331, SI. Joseph, \10., to reballot on petition of Rohert Joseph Yeancy, at rCRular communication of Fehruary 14, 1955. January 31, 1955, to rhc Wor. \Iaster of Unitcd Lodge ~o. 5, Springfield, \10., to reballot on petition of David Lee \-Jaupin at next rCRular mceting of lod~c, suhjcct to Section 135 which rcquires notke to the residcnt membcrs. February 10, 1955, to the \Vor. Master of Pilgrim Lodg'e :\0. 6:'2, SI. Louis, \10 .. to hold annual Easter \Iemorial Senices in the RO\al Anh Hall of the Masonic Temple, 36Rl Lindell BinI., on April 9, 19:'1:'1. . February 1I. 1955, to the Wor. \Iaster of Libcrty Lodge ;'\0. ;H, Liberty, Mo., to hold meetinRs in the I. O. O. F. Hall in Liherty ulltil Libert) LodRe Hall is ready for occupancy. March I, 19:'15, to the \Vor. l\lasler of hanhoc Lodgc :'\0. 446. Kansas City, Mo., to confer the three degrees on HaITV Frank Poole ill accordance \rith Sectioll 113-A of the Grand Lodge By-laws. March I. 1955, to the Wor. Master of Brentwood Lod~e ;'\0. 616, Brentwood, \10., to confer the three de~rees of Freemasonry on Harry Glcnn Carmack, accordinR to Section 113-A of the Grand Lodge By-I;ms. March I, 1955, to \1. Wor. J. \1. Sellers. P. G. \1.. Lexington. \10., to lay cornerstone of the new school huilding at Carrollton, \10., on April 30, 195:'1. \larch 28, 19:'1!l, to Wor. \tastcr of Beacon Lodge :'\0. 3, SI. Louis. \to., to hold installation of officers in the :\ew \Iasonic Temple. ?6HI Lindell BinI., SI. Louis. on Tucsday, \larch 29, 195:'1. March 31, 19;,).~, to Rl. \VOL Harold O. Graucl, Junior Crand Deacon, Cape Girardeau, \10., to dcdicate ncw Tcmplc of Chaffee L()d~c :'\0. GEl, al Chaffee, \10., on April 15, 1955. April 11, 1955, to Scnior \Varden of Perseverance Lodge :\0. 92. Louisiana, \to.. to hold an election for Wor. I\laster on April 19, 19:'15. to fill vacancy occasioned hv the resignation of \Vor. Master. April 28, 19.15, to thc Wor. \taster of Walker Lodge :\0. ()O:"l, Walker, \10., to confer the degrees on Delhert Russell Phillips under the tcrms of Section 113-A of the Grand Lodge By-laws. May 4, 1955, to the \\'or. ;\Iaster of \Vest Gate LodRe ;'\0. 445. Sl. Louis, :\10., to

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1955

confer the degrees on Stanton Fortner under the terms of Section 113-A of the Grand Lodge By-laws. May 9, 1955, to the Wor. Master of Excelsior Lodge No. 441, Jackson, Mo., to reballot on petition of Joseph Edward Haupt on May 26, 1955. l\fay 23, 1955, to the Wor. Master of Cairo Lodge No. 486, Cairo, Mo., to confer the three degrees on David \fcLean Cochran in accordance with Section 113-A of the Grand Lodge By-laws. June I, 1955, to Rt. Wor. W. W. Jackson, D. D. G. M., 39th District, S1. James, Mo., to dedicate Onondago Cave for Masonic purposes on the afternoon of June 18, 1955. June I, 1955, to Royl G. Knight, Wor. Master, Cuba Lodge No. 312, Cuba, Mo., to hold special communication of Cuba Lodge :"io. 312 at Onondago Cave, on the evening of Saturday, June 18, 1955. June I, 1955, to the Wor. l\faster of Ionic Lodge No. 154, Desloge, Mo., to reballot on the petition of George E. Qualls on June 6, 1955. June 2, 1955, to the Wor. \faster of Hopewell Lodge No. 239 at Lcsterville, Mo., to reballot on petition of Carlton E. Mathes at regular communication of June II, 1955. June 13, 1955, to the Wor. Master of Forest City Lodge No. 214, Forest City, Mo., to confer three degrees on Coye Michael Wilson in accordance with Section 113-A of the Grand Lodge By-laws. June 22, 1955, to the Wor. Master of Heroine Lodge No. 104, Kansas City, Mo., to confer the three degrees on Leo S. Saskin, according to Section 113-A of the Grand Lodge By-laws. June 27, 1955, to the \Vor. Master of George Washington Lodge i\o. 9, S1. Louis, Mo., to hold special communication on Saturday, October I, 1955, in the Alhambra Grotto Bldg., 2626 So. Grand Blvd .. St. Louis. June 29, 1955, to Roland H. Fenner, Wor. Master, Clayton Lodge No. 601, to hold special meeting on Wednesday cvening, June 29, 1955 for purpose of considering disposition of temple. June 30, 1955, to Wor. \laster of \fagnolia Lodge i\o. 626, St. Louis, Mo., to confcr the three degrees on Harold Walter Schlutow, according to Section 113-A of the Grand Lodge By-laws. July 7, 1955. to Rt. War. William J. Craig, D. G. M., Springfield, Mo., to lay the cornerstone of new high school building in Aurora. Mo., Thursday, July 21, 1955. July 7, 1955, to Wor. ~Iaster, Branson Lodge No. 587, Branson, Mo., to confer the degrees on Leo Howard Snider in accordance with Section 113-A of the Grand Lodge By-laws. July 27. 1955, to Roland H. Fenner, Wor. Master, Clayton Lodge No. 601, Clayton, Mo., to hold meetings of Clayton Lodge No. 601 in Brentwood Temple, Brentwood, Mo., until such time as Clayton Lodge has sccured a new lodge hall. August 12, 1955, to Wor. ~faster, Rolla Lodge No. 213, Rolla, Mo., to reballot on petition of Thomas Eugene Kilpatrick for the degrees, at next regular meeting, August 17, 1955. August 12, 1955, to Wor. Master, Rolla Lodge No. 213, Rolla, Mo., to reballot on the petition of Harold Clyde Mace for advancement to the Second Degree, at regular meeting, August 17, 1955. FIFTY-YEAR BUTTONS

Fifty-Year Buttons were awarded as follows: No. and Name of Lodge 284 Canopy 78 St. Joseph

Name of Brother A. N. Hensley Addie C. Smith

No. of Years 50 52

1955 6~9

267 267 131 227 40 566 189 189 93 194 194 194 299 25 470 20 316 79 80 40 40 97 III 446 446 446 446 446 446 550 444 630 135 225 446 86 224 174 41 599 119 28 45 243 630 420 103 497 199 360 443 385 303 173 399 522 460 187 111

Mizpah Aurora Aurora Potosi Cypress Mt. Moriah Maplewood Zeredatha Zeredatha St. Mark's Wellsville Wellsville Wellsville Temple Naphtali Nodaway St. Louis Rural Polar Star Bridgeton Mt. Moriah Mt. Moriah Bethany Trenton Ivanhoe Ivanhoe Ivanhoe Ivanhoe Ivanhoe Ivanhoe Rose Hill Ada East Gate Braymer Salem Ivanhoe Brookfield Hamilton Sturgeon Bismarck Elvins DeSoto St. John's Bonhomme Keystone East Gate Itaska West View Equality New Hope Tuscan Anchor Richland Osage Gray Summit Pike Gate City Lambskin Hermon Trenton

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

William A. Wallis John George Klug William D. Doctor E. Wal ter Bass Wm. H. Childress George A. Blettner A. Stratford Fuller J. S. Frenger William Craig Theodore Boyce James E. English Harry C. Black A. R. Oliver Frank 1.. l\'ichols Christian W. Behn E. W. Woodworth Leo 1.. Steyermark Archie R. Benfer Thomas C. Benish Thomas B. Gist Henry C. Lawrence William P. H. Schoetker Stanley M. Haas Benjamin H. V. Hall Harry S. Cook Birney A. Bowmaster William S. Jewell Spencer O. Scott George J. Stors Vernon D. Waltermire Arthur J. Weisehan C. F. King Harry 1.. Hart P. W. Herrington Edward W. Plank Henry J. McGee Frank W. Davis Lee Gridgewater Steve Jackson Herman W. Scheihing Barton A. Eaton Wm. E. Bernhardt Isaac H. White WaIter E. Coleman Benjamin Schnurmacher Joseph F. Talhert Sam Fuld Dale S. Miller R. E. Breuer Lem T. Baskett Fred Warren Bailey Fred B. Adam A. E. Oliver John Luther Kendall Archibald S. ~fiIes Homer 1.. Inlow Stephen W. Demint Michael Faber A. H. Worsley Rolla S. McCollom

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57 54 50 50 51 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 51 50 50 50 51 50 50

32 I 189 646 57 59 227 174 550 392 3 3 354 1 78 172 62 54 40 57.? 542 260 1 233 I L? 547 547 547 547 547 547 547 547 547 547 547 547 547 480 70 178 197 70 346 28 92 209 484 4M 22 425 323 377 76 76 127 209 354 322 218 218

PROCEEDI:--IGS OF THE Missouri Zeredatha Shaveh Richmond Centralia Cypress

1955

Leonard Day 50 1\1. E. Goldsberrv 50 Henry Reimenschneider 50 Albert P. Hamilton 54 William S. Drace 50 Herbert J. Benjamin 50 Stur~eon J. ~W. Hartley 50 Rose Hill .,.,.,.,.,., Doniphan R. Lincoln.,., .,.,.,., .50 Christian Frank Hudson 51 Beacon Jacob A. Stern 50 Beacon Ed wa I'd H. Alt hage 50 Hebron R. ~1. BoYe~ 50 l\fissollri ., ., .,. Ernest C.' Earle .. ., .,., ., 50 St. Joseph Cleo ~1. Chilton 65 Censer Wilbur Jackson 53 Vincil Berton E. HOling 50 Index Gro\'er C. Kimberlin 50 1\It. ~foriah Walter M. Oldendorph 50 Easter Charles Johnson 50 Ferguson .,., ., Ira N. Dillinger . .,., .. .,., ., . ., .50 Mechanicsville Henry .J. Dieckman 50 Missouri Charles P. Capen 50 Bucklin Harry L. Caton 50 Laddonia .. .,.,.,., .,. WiJli;lm J. Burch ., .. ., ., 50 South Gate J. W. Barnhisel 51 South Gate William J. Brace 51 South Gate Eugene L. L\"OIl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • 53 South Gate Joseph C. :\likesell 50 South Gate Howard T. :\fiJler 52 South Gate Herbert H. :\'ewhall 53 SouthGate Scth ~. Patterson 50 South Gate Thor W. Sanborn 54 South Gate Fdwin H. L. Thompson 54 South Gate Charles E. Wame 51 South Gate Henr\' F. White 50 South Gate Felix' E. Fricke 50 South Gate Lisle W. Pursel 54 Jewel George W. Smith 50 Armstrong Auby Kirby 50 Griswold Alhert L. Edney 50 Carthage Lee S. Durham 50 Armstrong E. T. Lang 50 Arlington P. A. Christeson 50 St. John's .John C. Miller . 50 Perseverance John H. Hale\' . 50 Poplar Bluff Richard A. Hagge 50 Kirkwood Leo E. Heinzelman 50 Kirkwood .John D. Luther 50 Wellington \\Tilliam G. Crumpacker 50 Green Ridge .,.,., .. ., F. E. Helmon ., ., .. .,., .. .,., .. 50 Cornerstone \\'allace A. Kenward 50 Ancient Craft Oscar Gantz 50 Independence :\lelvin E. Hall 50 Independence ., Clarence C. Huhn . ., ., 50 Athens .,., ., .,James :\'. Bryan .,.,., ., .,50 Poplar B1ufr F. O. \lott 50 Hebron L. B. Hawthorne 50 Hardin ., Edward S. HUllt .,.,.,., .. .,., 52 Good Hope Victor Seifert 50 Good Hope Charles L. \fueller 51

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GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Van Buren Paul W. Gall Temple Charles S. Ege, Sr. Temple ..................•• Isaac C. Hyre Alton S. W. Hilton Four Mile T. A. Mills Sullivan Stephen H. Sullivan St. Mark's Lewis H. Butler St. Mark's Lawrence J. Marshall Canopy A. R. Wharton Centralia Chapman E. Meffert Rural Leon E. Bloch Adair Lee C. Deming Ivanhoe Frank Moore ,.Lewis H. Rentfro Wellsville Sedalia Robert M. Johns Excelsior James R. Bowman Leorndas B. Ashurst Sheffield Sheffield Eugene W. Colville Carthage Elmer C. Hiatt Lockwood Charles R. Boone Westport Walter O. Murphy Westport James A. Herndon Westport Emil Speck Westport John W. Staggers Winona B. F. Ware Savannah Charles Fancher Country Club Charles W. Gosney Westport Morris R. Wolfe Mercer Arthur I'\eiII Westport Henry G. Rumberger Carthage J oh n Joseph Bradford Ivanhoe George E. Green Mt. Moriah Charles A. Rinehart Censer Otis O'Welch Mt. Moriah Phil F. Didier Parrott William M. Fitch Missouri Willard V. Siegel George Washington Leslie U. Meier Heroine Daniel Danciger Coldwater Charles Shorb Pyramid Walter U. Kennedy Progress Charles M. Cooke Occidental Charles George Hirt Fellowship Edwin T. Perkins St. Francisville Henry F. Kircher Ionia Andrew B. Stanley Perseverance W. B. Owings Hardin William Eslinger Keystone Dorsey B. Anderson Paulville Walter P. Epperson Jefferson James T. Leslie Lathrop Fred J. Longfield Mt. I\foriah Albert S. Steiner New Salem A. J. Cannon St. J oh ns Alfred W. Steel e Clay Charles W. Madden Hebron Lee Mitchell White Centralia Homer G. Woods Julius O. Wetzel Beacon Unionville .John Elvin Stewart

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Defiance John Howard Jenkins Moberly A. D. Williams Moberly W. J. Shiflett Moberly W. A. Esry Moberly J. M. Sandison Paulville :\Iaurice Fowler Trenton Frank McCroskey West Gate Clyde Burdette Elam Independence Earle S. Newhouse Galena L. B. Upton Portageville c. D. Coston Clifton 1'. Will Sharp Fulton J. Brent Williams Edina James Hustead 1 Missouri George H. Jaspering 25 Naphtali Paul E. Eckardt 299 Temple A. D. Ludlow 299 Temple Willard G. Mosher 299 Temple \Iartin J. Ostergard 299 Temple .James B. Wallace 299 Temple :'-Jathan S. Hinshaw 299 Temple Robert S. Emmert 299 Temple Richard T. Harrell 299 Temple G. Goodson Wright 299 Temple F. C. Muehlschuster 299 Temple A. C. Muehlschuster 265 Corinthian C. B. Hudc;on 2 Meridian Edward Schlagenhauf 2 Meridian Jacob Rieth 378 Berlin J. B. Owens, Jr 469 Plato \V. E. Duff 115 Laddonia Ralph B. Wilder 501 Buckner John W. Robertson 601 Clayton Arthur G. Skelly 614 Mt. Washington Lou E. Holland 225 Salem E. Frank Dent 512 Webb City Hubbe R. Wallace 512 Webb City John C. Veatch 512 Webb City James B. Gibson 567 ~iller H. S. Nicholas 40 Mt. Moriah Robert W. Bentzinger 640 Jennings George C. Dischert 222 LaBelle Frank L. Young 581 111mo Emil Steck Louis E. Palietak 189 Zeredatha Clarence H. Read 189 Zeredatha 147 Cass Hugh G. Glenn 121 Erwin William F. Herkert 92 Perseverance Perry Nowell 548 Clinton Harlan E. Hunter 28 St. Johns Lee Davis 28 St. Johns Samuel O. Wilson 188 Hannibal James Burton Shaw 188 Hannibal Bert ~f. Edwards Wade H. Pulliam 290 Fairmont 462 Santa Fe William E. Cauthorn 462 Santa Fe Joseph B. Wilson 93 St. Mark's J. Will Pierce I Missouri ..................• Henry A. Wagner 354 Hebron Oscar Luther Martin 587 Branson T. J. Van Zandt

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1955 403 446 640 299 187 77 520 520 546 445 323 471 323 323 319 236 48 104 5 5 415 281 1 91 213 303 1 630 533 30 171 247 317 445 83 207 299 299 299 299 299 299 247 247 24 453 453 189 83 174 121 121 614 443 555 236 629 629 194 83 432

Lowry City Ivanhoe Jennings Temple Hermon Lebanon Clifton Heights Clifton Heights Orient West Gate Cornerstone Mineral Cornerstone Cornerstone Paulville Sedalia Fulton Heroine United United Hunnewell Fenton Missouri Madison Rolla Osage Missouri East Gate Comfort Westport Hartford Neosho Osborn West Gate Laclede Clay Temple Temple Temple Temple Temple Temple Neosho Neosho Wyaconda Forsyth Forsyth Zeredatha Laclede Sturgeon Erwin Erwin Mt. Washington Anchor Summersville Sedalia Valley Park Valley Park Wellsville Laclede Competition

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI Daniel M. Cooper Fred L. Litty Louis Charles Kercheval William A. Baldwin George Alkire Samuel L. Roper William H. Coats David Swan Harry Warner George N. Meissner Cornelius J. McLean Guy H. Waring Eugene H. Held Charles R. Gartrell John D. Morrey William F. Keyser \V. M. Harrison Sol Kirschbaum William K. Cottrell Henry W. Baker Clarence A. McClintic Arthur N. Brock DeWitt E. Johnson John McCann Louis H. Breuer William F. Sterett Julian M. Gibson Charles M. Horsley Otis Sheridan McCall Claude Manlove Henry Stockton E. E. Newton Raymond Brand Ludwig Will Dwight D. Joslyn Roy L. Gow Charles L. Goetchins J. M. Shackelford J. W. Zavodonik Frank Clough Ross I. Johnson Royal S. Webster Chas. F.. Prettyman, Jr. Leighton C. Garner Leslie Edwards W. M. Manus S. J. Trammell Oscar B. Kay Carl G. Ross W. B. Graves Frederick H. Dueing Herman Diem, Jr Clarence A. Kittell Henry J. Deibel H. P. Massie John H. Driver William T. Vance Henry J. Lucksinger John F. Rees A. P. Draper Samuel F. Robinson

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1955

PROCEEDINGS OF THE STATISTICAL

Number of Chartered Lodges, Sept. 10, 1954 Lodges U.D Number of Chartered Lodges, Sept. 10, 1955 Lodges U.D Sept. 10, 1955, Total Membership Sept. 10, 1954, Total Membership in 594 reporting Lodges Adjustment by audit of individual Lodges

. 594 . . 593 . . 123,013 121,914 17

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121,931 Total Number: Raised Affiliated Reinstated

4,124 672 1,432 6,228

Less: Total Number: Dimitted Deaths Susp. N. P. D. Susp. U. M. C. Expelled

783 2,219 2,123 12 9 5.146

~ET GAIN, Septemher 10, 1955

1,082 123,013

1955

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI GRAND LODGE FINANCES SYNOPSIS OF FINANCIAL STATEMENT SEPTEMBER 10. 1955 GRAND LODGE PORTION

RECEIPTS: From Per Capita Interest on Securities Refund on Mileage and Per Diem Account Refund on D.D.G.M. and Dist. Lect. Special Account Sale of Masonic Manuals Sale of Fifty-Year Veterans' Buttons Sale of 1947 By-Laws Dues Receipt Cards Sale of Government Bond Miscellaneous

. $104,847.61 4,992.50 . 3,159.88 . 10.80 . . 2,125.25 687.80 . . 121.00 1,905.41 . 10,000.00 . . 102.35

Total

$127,952.60

EXPENDITURES: Payroll Budget (incl. Mas. Home Bldg. Fund Cont.) Social Security Dues Receipt Cards Fifty Year Veterans' BUllOIlS Purchase of Government Bond and Interest Manuals--Special Account Total Less credit for allowance on St. Louis Tax Less July and Aug. St. Louis Tax still due

. $ 30,000.00 86,363.25 . 334.16 . 1,805.II . 965.14 . 10,128.45 . 3,373.68 . $132.969.79 1.91 12.96

14.87 $132,954.92 $ 5.000.32)

(F.xcess Expense over income MASONIC 1I0!\IE PORTION

RECEIPTS: Per Capita 1954-1955 $232.475.48 EXPENDITURES: Paid to Home $234,908.13 (This includes $2.432.65 due in 1954) HOSPITAL VISITATION

FUl\D

Hospital Visitation Fund-Collected this year Paid this year TOTAL RECEIPTS TOTAL EXPENDITURES

475.80

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$360,903.88 $372,863.05

Excess of Expenditures over Receipts Balance from last year

($ 11,959.17)

$142,728.54 $130,769.37

Less: . Balance due Masonic Home 011 Per Capita Special Library Fund Hospital Visitation Fund July and August St. Louis Earn. Tax still due

. . . .

305.06 114.62 5.896.30 12.96 $

WORKING BALANCE AVAILABLE

6.328.94

$124,440.43

1955

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1955 PER CAPITA TAX 1955 Per Capita Tax due on 593 reporting Lodges Total Amount paid to September 10, 1955 Less Overpayments of

$336,631.81 $336,920.99 447.90 - - - - $336,443.09

BALANCE DUE on 593 reporting Lodges September 10, 1955. no Lodges unreported.

188.72

MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI

Welfare Committee: Paid to Masonic Home: Checks Nos. 54, 123, 178, 209, 266 and 297 Per Capita Tax: Paid to Masonic Home: Check No. 53 Check No. 321 Check No. 322 Check No. 327 Check No. 340 Check No. 352

$ 4,500.00 . $ 2,432.65 90,000.00 . 40,000.00 . 90,000.00 . 8,900.00 . 3.575.48 . $234.908.13

Balance due Masonic Home, Septemher 10, 1955: On 1955 Per Capita On 1954 Per Capita On 1953 Per Capita On 1952 Per Capita On 1951 Per Capita On 1950 Per Capita On 1949 Per Capita On 1948 Per Capita On 1947 Per Capita

. $ . . . . . . .

None 182.89 34.01 26.60 19.00 15.20 13.30 5.70 8.36

---- $

305.06

SPECIAL INITIATION FUND

PAID TO MASONIC HOME, AIC this Fund September 11, 1954 to September 10. 1955 Balance Due Masonic Home. to September 10. 1955

$ 42.700.00 1.430.00

GEORGE WASHINGTON MEMORIAL FUND

Paid to F. Schondau. Secretary. Check No. 45 Balance Due September 10, 1955

5,000.00 3,065.98

1,172.51

923.16

DR. WM. F. KUHN LIBRARY FUND

September 10, 1955- ($481.56 Bond and $690.95 in Bank) JOSEPH S. MCINTYRE LIBRARY FUND

September 10. 1955-Bank Balance GRAND LODGE FINANCES

Cash in Grand Lodge Depository. September 10, 1954 Cash Balance. September 10, 1954, Union National Bank. Kansas City. Missouri RECEIPTS: Per Capita Tax, 1955 Back Per Capita Tax, 1954 Back Per Capita Tax, 1953 Back Per Capita Tax. 1952

$142,728.54 $142,728.54 $336,920.99

240.65 44.75 35.00

1955

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Back .Per Capita Tax, 1951 Back Per Capita Tax, 1950 Back Per Capita Tax, 1949 Back Per Capita Tax, 1948 Back Per Capita Tax, 1947

25.00 20.00 17.50 7.50 11.70 ---- $ 402.10 - - - - $337,323.09 Received from Defunct Lodges and memhcrs thereof $ 12.75 Sale of Masonic Manuals 2,125.25 Sale of Fifty-Year Veterans' Buttons .,. 687.80 Sale of 1947 Constitution and By-Laws 121.00 Sale of 1921 Constitution and By-Laws 16.50 Sale of Dues Receipt Cards 1,905.41 Sale of Trial Code Books 38.85 Sale of Pocket Encyclopedias 9.25 Miscellaneous: Duplicate Charters: Marcus Lodge No. 110 .. $ 5.00 Moniteau Lodge No. 295 5.00 Cainsville Lodge No. 328 5.00 Ada Lodge No. 444 o. o o.. 5.00 Bernie Lodge No. 573 5.00 25.00 Refund on Mileage and Per Diem Account 3,159.88 Refund on D.D.CoM. and Dist. Lecturer's Special Account 10.80 Interest on Permanent Securities 4,992.50 Hospital Visitation Service 475.80 Sale of Government Bond 10,000.00 0

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750.00 503.15 274.40 496.83 693.77 1,754.12 750.00

1955

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Grand Master's Contingent Fund . Ritual Committee Expense . Expenses: Grand Lodge Session . Reporter: Grand Lodge Session . Printed Proceedings . Audit Company . Relief and Charity . Masonic Service Association . Masonic Relief Association . Masonic Home Building Fund . Contingent Fund: Grand Lodge Expense Acct. . Maintenance-Grand Lodge Office . Printing, Postage and Stationery . Telephone & telegrams-Grand Lodge Office . Care of Portraits of Past Grand Masters . Filing Equipment . Office Equipment . . Missouri Lodge of Research-Publication Transactions Missouri Lodge of Research-Binding Proceedings . Committee on Masonic Education . Identification Cards for P.G.M.'s and G.L. Line Officers ..

286.05 1I5.56 2,636.17 75.00 3,087.10 236.26 4,500.00 2,219.14 429.79 2.?,000.00 495.24 1,800.00 3,431.50 284.60 1.50 428.50 1I6.03 1,000.00 350.00 4,871.98 958.56

$ 86,363.25 Total Budget App'n. for 1954-1955 (Exclusive of Payroll) Actual Disbursements

$100,241.93 86,363.25

Amount Unexpended Total paid Masonic Home AIC Back Per Capita Tax collected to September 10, 1955 Total paid Masonic Home AIC 1955 Per Capita Tax

$ 13,878.68

S 2,432.65 $232,475.48

~I.S.A.

Hospital Service Dues Receipt Card~ Purchase of Fifty-Year Veterans' Bullons Masonic ManualS-Special Account U. S. Government Bond, Purchase of Interest on purchase of Bond

. . . . . .

Total Disbursements to September 10, 1955

$234,908.13 5,000.00 1,805.11 965.14 3,373.68 10,000.00 128.45

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. $372,863.05

RECAPITULATIO:-.l

Total Receipts to September 10, 1955 (including 9-10-54 Balance) Total Disbursements to September 10, 1955

$503,632.42 372,863.05

CASH BALANCE, September 10, 1955, in General Fund

$130,769.37

Cash Balance, September 10, 1955, Union :-';ational Bank, Kansas City, Mo Less: Balance Due Masonic Home, AIC Per Capita Tax to September 10, 1955 Less: Special Library Fund Less: Due to M.S.A.-Hospital Visitation Fund ...... Less: July and Aug. St. Louis Earn. Tax still due

$130,769.37 305.06 114.62 5,896.30 12.96 $

September 10, 1955TOTAL AMOUNT AVAILABLE IN GENERAL FU;\lD

6,328.94

$124,440.43

Fraternally submitted, HAROLD L. READER, Grand Secretary.

1955

(~RA:"-JD

LODGE OF \flSSOURI

REPORT OF GRAND TREASURER

R. W. Brother James M. DeWitt. Grand Treasurer, presellted his report covering the period from September 10. 1954 to September 9. 1955, which was received as follows, and printed in the proceedings: 1954 Sept. 10 Balance in l:nion \:ational Hank, Kansas City, i\{o.

$142,908.16

1955 Sept. 9 Rcccived from Grand Secretary

361,024.78 $503,932.94

Sept. 9 Disbursed during the year hy Warrants \:0. I to ~o. 351 consecutive Sept. 9 Balance in Union \:ational Bank. Kansas Cit\,. \to.

$368,410.09 I 35,522.8!l $:>03,932.94

As Grand Treasurer, 1 charge myself ,\lith the custody of the following securities contained in Safe Deposit Box No. 61 II in the Union Safe Deposit Company of Kansas City, which said box is subject to the joint control of myself and the Grand Master, or his delegated representative: U. S. Savings BondS-Series "G"-2~!:?(J'6

Due 9/1/58-Cost Due 12/1/59-Cost Due 4/1/60-Cost Due 4/1/61-Cost Due 911/62-Cost U. S. Treasury Bonds-2~%- 6/15/ 1964/69-Par Value U. S. Treasury Bonds-2~1?%-12/15jl964/69-ParValue U. S. Treasury Bonds-2~%- 3/15/1965/70-Par Value U. S. Treasury Bonds-2~%- 3/ I.?/ 1966/71-Par Value U. S. Treasury Bonrls-2~~%- 6/15/1967/72-Par Value lJ. S. Treasury Bonds-2~(;;)-12/15/1967/72-Par Value U. S. Treasury Bonds-2~%- 9/1!J/l967/72-Par Valuc lJ. S. Treasury Bonds-3% 2/15/1995-Par Value

. 18.700.00 . 10.000.00 . .10,000.00 . 20,000.00 . 10,000.00 . 12.000.00 . 17,000.00 . 10,000.00 . 6,000.00 . 40,000.00 . 25,000.00 . 5,000.00 . 10,000.00 SI93,700.00

I also hold for William F. Kuhn Lihrary Association 0. S. Treas. Ronds, 2~7c" Serics 1967/72, Par Valuc

!JOO.OO

Fraternally submitted, JAMES M. DE""VITT, Grand Treasurer. REPORT OF AUDITOR

To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, A. F. and A. M. of Missouri: Gentlemen: Pursuant to engagement, we have examined the books and records of the Grand Secretary and the Grand Treasurer of the Grand Lodge, Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of Missouri for the period from September I I, 1954, to September 10, 1955, also the Masonic Home Initiation Fund, the George Washington Memorial Fund, the William F. Kuhn Library Fund and the Joseph S. Mcintyre Library Fund for the same period and respectfully present the following report:

1955

PROCEEDINGS OF THE GENERAL FUND PER GRAND SECRETARY'S BOOKS

Balance, September 11, 1954 Receipts Forwarded to Grand Treasurer Per Capita Tax 1955 Back Per Capita Tax 1954 Back Per Capita Tax 1953 Back Per Capita Tax 1952 Back Per Capita Tax 1951 Back Per Capita Tax 1950 Back Per Capita Tax 1949 Back Per Capita Tax 1948 Back Per Capita Tax 1947

$142,728.54 $336,920.99 $ 240.65

44.75 35.00 25.00 20.00 17.50 7.50 11.70

402.10

Duplicate Charter Fees Sale of Masonic Manuals Sale of 50 Year Buttons Sale of Constitution and By-Laws-1947 Sale of Constitution and By-Laws-1921 Sale of Trial Code Sale of Pocket Encyclopedias Sale of Dues Receipt Cards

. . $2,125.25 . 687.80 . 121.00 . 16.50 . 38.85 . 9.25 . 1,905.41

4,904.06

Interest on Permanent Fund Securities Back Dues-Members of Defunct Lodges Hospital Visitation Fund Refunds: Mi1e~e and Per Diem Account D. D. G. M. and D. L. Conference

. . .

4,992.50 12.75 475.80

$3,159.88 10.80

3,170.68

Total Income Receipts United States Series G Bond Matured

25.00

$350,903.88 10,000.00

360,903.88 $503,632.42

Disbursements Per Checks Issued for Expenses Per Check Issued for Purchase of Bond and Accrued Interest Balance, September 10, 1955, Per Grand Secretary's Books

$362,734.60 10,128.45

Balance, September 10, 1955, Per Grand Treasurer's Books

372,863.05 $130,769.37 $135,522.85

RECONCIUATION

Balance, September 10, 1955-Per Grand Treasurer's Books LessOutstanding Check No. 352, August 26, 1955 Outstanding Check No. 353, August 30, 1955

$135,522.85 $3,575.48 1,178.00

4,753.48

Balance, September 10, 1955-Per Grand Secretary's Books $130,769.37 Consisting of Balance in Union ~ational Bank, Kansas City, Missouri $130,769.37 BONDS

On September 16, 1955, in company with Mr. James M. DeWitt, Grand Treasurer, and a representative of the Grand l\faster, we examined the securities listed on the following page, which are kept for safekeeping in the Grand Lodge safe deposit box at the Union National Bank, Kansas City. Missouri:

1955

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI PERMANENT FUND

Bond Number 211585E 2II586F 23572B

Interest Interest Par Kind Maturity Dates Rate Total Value U. S. Treasury 6/15/1964/69 6/15 & 12/15 2~% $ 1,000.00 U. S. Treasury 6/15/1964/69 6/15 8.: 12115 21'2% 1,000.00 U. S. Treasury 6/15/1964/69 6jl5 & 12/15 21'2% 10,000.00 $ 12,000.00

2371A 4615E 21845E 21846F

U. S. Treasury 12/15/1964/69 U. S. Treasury 12/15/1964/69 U. S. Treasury 12/]5/1964/69 U. S. Treasury 12/]5/1964/69

8564D 77195E

U. S. Treasury U. S. Treasury

5653C 5932B

U. S. Treasury U. S. Treasury

$ 5,000.00 10,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00

17,000.00

3/15/1965/70 3jl5 & 3/15/1965/70 3/15 &

9/15 2~% $ 5,000.00 5,000.00 9/15 2 1.12%

10,000.00

3/15/1966/71 3/15/1966/71

9/15 9/15

2~% 2~%

$ 1,000.00 5,000.00

6,000.00

8964D 49654D 41669K 41670L 41671A

U. S. Treasury 6/15/1967/72 6f15 & 12/15 U. S. Treasury 6/15/1967/72 6/15 & 12/15 U. S. Treasury 6fl5jl967/72 6/15 & 12115 U. S. Treasury 6/15/1967/72 6f15 &: 12/15 U. S. Treasury 6/15/1967/72 6/15 & 12/15

21'2% 21'2% 2 1.12% 21'2% 2~%

$ 5,000.00 5,000.00 10,000.00 10,000.00 10,000.00

40,000.00

28103C 26122B 315324D

U. S. Treasury 12/15/1967/72 6f15 & 12/15 2~% U. S. Treasury 12/15/1967/72 6/15 & 12/15 2~% U. S. Treasury ]2/15/1967/72 6/15 & 12/15 2~%

$ 5,000.00 10,000.00 ]0,000.00

25,000.00

9173C 33826

U. S. Treasurv 9/15/1967/72 U. S. Treasury 2/]5/1955

6/15 & 6/15 & 6/15 & 6f15 &

3/15 & 3/15 &

3/15 & 2/15 &

12/15 2~% 12/15 21'2% 12/15 2~% 12/15 21'2%

5,000.00 10,000.00

9/15 21'2% 8/15 3 %

$125,000.00

C437033G Series G Sept., C437034G Series G Sept., D2320085G Series G Sept., M4864090G Series G Sept., M4864091G Series G Sept., M4864092G Series G Sept., V702346G Series G Sept., X582056G Series' G Sept.,

1958 1958 1958 1958 1958 1958 1958 1958

Maturity Value $ 100.00 100.00 500.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 5,000.00 10,000.00

Redemption Value 9/10/55

97.30 97.30 97.30 973.00 973.00 973.00 4,865.00 9,730.00

Cost 100.00 ]00.00 500.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 5,000.00 10,000.00

$18,700.00

$17,805.90

$18,700.00 $ 18,700.00

X806975G Series G

Dec.,

1959

$10,000.00

$ 9,640.00

$10,000.00

10,000.00

X807739G Series G

April,

1966

$10,000.00

$ 9,610.00

$10,000.00

10,000.00

X909237G Series G X909238G Series G

April, April,

1961 1961

$10,000.00 10,000.00

$ 9,550.00

9,550.00

$10,000.00 10,000.00

$20,000.00

$19,100.00

$20,000.00

$10,000.00

$ 9,490.00

$10,000.00 $10,000.00

$68,700.00

$65,645.90

$68,700.00 $ 68,700.00

X1146710G Series G

Sept.,

1962

20,000.00

$193,700.00

W~1.

Rand NumlJa

155643C

1955

PROCEEDI:\GS OF THE F.

KUH:\

l.IBRARY

Fl)~D

Interest Interest Kind Maturit), Dales Rate l'. S. Treasury 1967/72 G/15 & 12/15 2Y2%

Par Value $500.00

Cost $481.56

During the year under review, a $10,000.00 Series G Bond matured and the proceeds were IIseo to purchasc a 3% V. S. Treasury Bond at par, plus accrued interest of $128.45. \Ve aCCOllnted tor all interest income on the honds owned durin~ thc ycar undcr review. :\IASO!\;J(;

/lO:\lF

l'o;ITI.\T10~

FlJl'o:1l

$ 1,000.00

Balance in Bank, Septemher II, 1954 Rcceived from Masonic Lod~es during the Period Septemhcr II, 1!);i4 to Septemher 10. I!)!J!J

43,130.00 $44,130.00

Transferred to :\fasonic Home durin~ the Period Septcmher II, 1954 to Septcmher 10. 195:'

42,700.00

Balancc in First :\'atiollal Bank in SI. Louis, Septcmher 10, 19:'5

$ 1,430.00

Balance in Bank, Septcmher II. 1954 Receivcd from i\fasonic Lodges during the Period Septemher 11, 1954 to Septemher 10. 19!J!J

S 3,759.64 1,313.00

$ 8,072.64 Transfcrred to George Washin!!,ton :\fcmorial Association. Fehruary 20, 1955 Bank Charges

$5,000.00 6.66

5,006.66

Balance in First :\'ational Bank in St. Louis. Septcmher 10. 1955 ....

S 3.065.98

WM.

KlJH'o;

I.IBR.\RY

FlJl\'ll

.'$ 1,149.93

Balance, Septemher I I, 1954 Receipts: Intcrest on Bond Interest on Savings Account

$ 12.50 10.08

Balance, Septcmher 10, 1955 Consisting of: Cash in Savin~s Account. First :'\ational Bank ill SI. LOllis .. $690.95 {T. S. Treasury Bond No. 1.:':')643(:2Y2%, 1967/72-Par Value-$500.00-COSI................ 481.:'6 .JOSEPH S.

\ICI:-.iTYRF

LIBRARY

S 1.172.51 S

923.16

Balance in i\fercantile Trust Company, SI. Louis, Septemher 10, 1955 ..

S 923.16

CO\I:\IITTFF

Deposit Irom General Fund Disbursements: Mileage and Per Diem Checks Issued and Paid Transferred to General Fund Balance, September 10. 1955

S 1.172.51

Fl"J)

Balance, Septemher II. 1954 :\fo Transactions during the Year undcr Review

.:\111,[·\(;£ "l'o:D PER OIL\!

22.58

S30,000.OO $26,840.12 3,159.88

30,000.00

1955

GRA~D

LODGE OF MISSOURI

D.D.G.M. AND Dol.. CONFERENCE EXPENSES

Deposit from General Fund Disbursements: Mileage and Expense Checks Issued and Paid $ 1,743.32 Transferred to General Fund 0.................. 10.80

$ 1,754.12

Balance, September 10, 1955 0.... 0.................................

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1,754.12

The various items in the foregoing report have been taken from the books and records of the Grand Secretary and the Grand Treasurer and reflect the recorded cash transactions of the Grand Lodge, A. F. & A. IV!. of Missouri from September II, 1954 to September 10, 1955. The Lodge returns were checked to the Grand Secretary's records. The recorded cash receipts of the Masonic Home Initiation Fund, and the George \Vashington Memorial Fund were compared with the stubs of receipts to the Lodges therefor. Cancelled checks were inspected in support of the disbursements and the bank balances shown in the report were confirmed directly to us by the deposi taries. Respectfully submitted, C. K. BENSON & CO., Certified Public Accountants.

~eport of the Masonic Home To the Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Missouri: BRETHREN: As required by the by-laws, the Annual Report of the Board of Directors of the Masonic Home of Missouri is herewith submitted. At the Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge in September, 1954, terms of office of M. W. Bro. Morris E. Ewing, P.G.M., and R. W. Bro. Francis Howard, expired. To fill these vacancies the Grand Lodge elected for the regular term of four years, R. W. Bro. A. B. Vanlandingham of Columbia, Mo. and R. W. Bro. Joseph Halley of Overland, Mo. The organizational meeting of the new Board was held following election on Wednesday morning, September 29, 1954. The following officers were elected: Orestes Mitchell, Jr., G. M. . William J. Craig, D. G. M Russell E. Murray Lewis C. Robertson, Superintendent

President Vice President Treasurer Secretary

The following committees were appointed: Legal Committee-Henry W. Fox, Chairman; Claude T. Wood and Eugene L. McGee. Finance Committee-James M. Bradford, Chairman; Frank P. Briggs and Claude T. Wood. Hospital Committee-Eugene L. McGee, Chairman; Claude T. Wood, William J. Craig and A. B. Vanlandingham. Administration Committee-Lester M. Heckman, Chairman; Russell E. Murray, Eugene L. McGee, Harold M. Jayne and A. B. Vanlandingham. Admissions and Discipline Committee-Russell E. Murray, Chairman; Henry W. Fox, Harold M. Jayne, James M. Bradford, Claude T. Wood, Eugene L. McGee, Joseph A. Halley and A. B. Vanlandingham. Fraternal Relations Committee-Frank P. Briggs, Chairman; Lester M. Heckman and Joseph A. Halley. Trustees of the Endowment Fund-Orestes Mitchell, Jr., Chairman; William J. Craig and Henry W. Fox.

Y desire to pay particular tribute to the members of these committees for their loyal and conscientious support in the handling of the administration of the affairs of the Home. The Leg-al Committee, composed of three able lawyers, has been required to consider a vast amount of legal problems. In addition to the regular duties of this committee with respect to the business affairs of the Home, has been added many important questions for decision concerning the present Masonic Home Building- Project. The same is true of the Administration Committee ably headed by W. Bro. Lester M. Heckman. His training and experience in the field of engineering has been of g-reat value in making decisions concerning- maintenance of our existing facilities, and particularly in consultation with the architect as to the plans for our new building. Commendation is also due R. W. Bro. R. E. Murray and the Admission and Discipline Committee of which he is Chairman, in the handling of the applications for admission to the Home. The splendid condition of our physical properties and of the affairs of the Home is due in no small part to the activities of these committees.

1955

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

HOME PERSONNEL Mrs. Ruth E. Ely, who came to the Home as matron of old people in the fall of 1952, was seriously injured in an automobile accident in August, 1954. Because of her injuries and resulting disability, it was necessary for her to relinquish her position in November. She was replaced on a temporary basis by Mrs. Edna Engelman who was a night governess. Mrs. Engleman was succeeded by Mrs. Nona Liddle, who, because of her many years' experience in the nursing profession, it is believed, will be able to handle this position in a credible manner. Her services to this date have been quite satisfactory. In September, 1954, Mrs. Dorothy E. Harrington, matron of children, resigned and she has been replaced by Mrs. Minnie Rydgig who is wellliked by the children, and in the opinion of the Board, we are very fortunate in obtaining her services. I desire to commend Miss Clara Rothe, secretary to the superintendent. Miss Rothe has been in this secretarial position with the Masonic Home for many years. She also serves as Secretary to the Grand Lodge Committee on Relief and Charity. This committee, composed of Masonic Home Board members, headed by R. W. Bro. Russell E. Murray, holds monthly meetings preceding the regular board meetings. She continues to render the fine service she has in previous years. No report as to personnel would be complete without an expression of appreciation of the devoted, conscientious services of Bro. Lewis C. Robertson who is now completing his eighth year as superintendent. From his great experience in the field of social service he ranks as one of the finest Masonic Home superintendents in America. The National Association of Masonic Home Executives recently honored him by re-election to the position of Secretary-Treasurer of the Association and as Secretary of its Executive Committee. Much credit is due Bro. Robertson for the high standing of our Masonic Home. The medical department and the hospital continue, fortunately, under the capable direction of Dr. Solon Cameron, Medical Director, and the Board of Directors is indebted indeed to Dr. Cameron for his unceasing endeavors and devotion to his patients in the Masonic Home. MAINTENANCE AND IMPROVEMENT There were no major improvement projects during the year. The usual maintenance problems were ably handled by our regular staff under the direction of the superintendent and the administration committee. To mention a few of the projects completed: The children's quarters in the Administration Building were renovated. The Eastern Star Chapel was again beautified by repainting. The fire escapes on the Administration Building were repaired. Additional room coolers were provided for the hospital, and twenty-two additional rooms were provided for women in the Men's Building by some remodeling. BUILDING PROGRAM The major issue facing the Board of Directors this past year had to do with the campaign for funds to construct a new men's building and hospital. The campaign was largely directed through the Masonic Home Office. The duties

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

1955

of the superintendent and of the office s~aff were greatly increased in accurate book records as to funds received from the various sources solicited. Bro. Robertson and all the members of the Board of Directors have been variously occupied in the conduct of the campaign. The campaign was headed by R. W. Bro. Frank P. Briggs, J .G.W., and a member of the Board of Directors. The superintendent and the members of the Board have had many meetings with our architect, Kenneth E. \Vischmeyer of S1. Louis, going over the plans and specifications for the project. This has been a major duty of W. Bro. Lester Heckman and the Administration Committee. Final plans for the construction were approved at the meeting of the Board of Directors on July 9, 1955, and advertising for bids was authorized. At the Board Meeting on August 17, 1955, the bids submitted were considered by the Board, and a contract for construction was authorized to be executed with the George Moeller Construction Company of St. Louis for $2,117,958.00. This report, as you know, is prepared in advance of the Grand Lodge Session, but by the time the delegates convene, construction work will have been started. The campaign for funds was to raise the sum of $1,000,000.00 which, with the $1,250,000.00 on hand, it was estimated would be sufficient to complete the project. As of the time this report is written, the Board has on hand or access to, the sum of $800,000.00 contributed in the campaign. I trust the Brethren will supply the balance. I desire to mention, specifically, the names of the first three Lodges which made contributions from their own funds to the Building Program. These were sent in immediately after the Grand Lodge Session to the Grand Master, and in this order: Joplin Lodge No. 335, Joplin, Missouri Brotherhood Lodge No. 269, 51. Joseph, Missouri Hamilton Lodge No. 224, Hamilton, Missouri

The Board now expresses appreciation to the members of the Craft for their fine support and assistance, and also to our many friends outside the Masonic Fraternity. ENTERTAINMENT

In order to truly appreciate what the members of the Masonic Fraternity, the Order of the Eastern Star, and the other friends of the Masonic Home do for the Home family for entertainment and recreation I desire to tell you something of this phase of the activities the past year. In response to the appeal of the Grand Master the Lodges and individual members outside of St. Louis and St. Louis County, contributed the sum of $5,587.15 to what is known as the "Masonic Home Christmas and Entertainment Fund," and St. Louis area Lodges and individuals contributed to what is known as "Masonic Home Christmas Committee," the sum of $3,509.50. These monies are used to provide entertainment for all the members of the Home family on various occasions. The Christmas Committee arranges for monthly religious services in the chapel, and also provides for at least one afternoon or evening of recreation or entertainment each month. Special programs are arranged

1955

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

for Easter, Thanksgiving, and, of course, Christmas. The Christmas Committee, ably headed by Harry G. Diller, took the children of the Home to Jefferson City on May 14, 1955. On this occasion Jefferson Lodge No. 43 at Jefferson City was host at a dinner party for them. Many other organizations and groups contribute to the entertainment of the Home family, and particularly the W'ardens and Masters Clubs of St. Louis and St. Louis County. The president of the Wardens Club is "R. W." Harry W. Shapiro, and W. Bro. Elmer L. Fowler is president of the Masters Club. I had the privilege of being present on the occasion of the annual picnic given by them on the Home grounds, June II, 1955. The shower of rain that day did not dampen the enthusiasm of the hosts or the guests. An elaborate entertainment that evening was arranged by W. Bro. Andy Ryan. Nearly 250 cakes had been donated for the event by members in St. Louis. I was privileged to present gifts to three of our young people. They were Miss Imogene Going who was graduating from Soldan-Blewett High School, and Tom Murray and Cleveland Ogle graduating from Clark grade school. These gifts were contributed by a member who desired to have his identity not made known. We are pleased to report that Imogene will enter Harris Teachers College this fall. The Board of Directors and the Fraternity are deeply indebted to the many friends of the Home for their contributions and assistance in providing for the entertainment of our young people and the old folks. NEWS OF OUR GRADUATES I desire to mention briefly a report as to four of our former children. Wor. Bro. Fred Curtis, who spent his early life in the Masonic Home, is the current Master of Euclid Lodge No. 505, St. Louis; and Marcus Theodore who spent most of his boyhood in the Home, was recently made a member of Purity Lodge No. 658, St. Louis. We were delighted to learn of two of our former girls who are now United States Navy nurses with the rank of Lieutenant, stationed in Bethesda General Hospital in Washington, D. C. I refer to the Misses Ruby and Fay Brooks. One of our more recent graduates, Miss Dolores Hehmann, is a teacher in the St. Louis Public School system. She received her A.B. degree from Harris Teachers College in January, 1954. ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR The Grand Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star, as well as the subordinate chapters, continues to take an active interest in the affairs of the Home. Members of the Advisory Board, along with some of the Grand Officers, attend the quarterly meetings of the Board of Directors. They contribute many helpful suggestions. Their co-operation is greatly appreciated. We have been given substantial financial assistance by the Grand Chapter and by the membership generally, of the Order of Eastern Star in our recent drive for funds for the Masonic Home Building Program. This valuable assistance is greatly appreciated. During the year the Order of Eastern Star, through the agency of the Advisory Board, as well as through Chapters, clubs and individual members,

1955

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

have provided many valuable contributions to the Home. A partial list of these contributions follows: 7 Radios 18 Chairs for Nurses' Dining Room 19 Quilts 4 Blankets 1 Comfort I Bedspread 208 Sheets 350 Pillowcases 162 Scarfs 378 Bath Towels 88 Tea Towels 244 Wash Cloths 38 Handkerchiefs 9 Tablecloths 30 Napkins 321 Ibs. Cookies 173 Ibs. Candy 777 Jars Fruit and Vegetables and Jellies 12 Gallons Apple Butter 16 Boxes Fruit 2 Cases Eggs 84 Bars Soap 674 Individual Gifts 5 Magazine Subscriptions 359 Miscellaneous Articles $ 238.75 Cash Earmarked for Radios $ 202.00 Cash Earmarked for Wheel Chairs $1,533.07 Miscellaneous Cash Gifts

STATISTICAL REPORT There accompanies this report, statements as to various funds and other information of value as to the affairs of your Masonic Home. I know you will be interested to read these reports. And thus I bring to a close the Annual Report of the President of the Masonic Home for the year 1954-1955. It has been a fine experience to have had the opportunity to serve on the Board of Directors of the Home these past four years. I have never been associated with a more conscientious, unselfish and devoted group of men. They merit the commendation of every member of the Craft for their fine work. The Masonic Home of Missouri is a great and worthy institution. Every member of the Fraternity should familiarize himself with its affairs, and can well be proud of its accomplishments. Fraternally, ORESTES MITCHELL, JR.•

President. APPLICATIONS Carried over from previous year Received during the year

3 96 99

Admitted to the Home during the year Rejected because of ineligibility Died while application was being investigated

76 16 1

1955

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Withdrawn by the Lodge or Chapter Continued for further investigation

0. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0. . . . . . . . . . . . .

5 99

MEMBER STATISTICS Members in the Home July I, 1954 .. 00.00. 00 .. ·. o. Arrived during the year 0. 0 o.

Men 58 28

Women 186 48

Boys 13

86 13 1

234 28

Died during the year Discharged during the year

Members in the Home July I, 1955 0.. 0.0. 72 Total members in the Home July I, 1955 .. 0 0.. 0 0

202

13 298

0. . . .

Girls 14 0

MASONIC HOME HOSPITAL 83 Total number of patients in the Hospital July 1, 1954 0. 0000 ..... 00. 00 Total number of patients admitted during the year .. 0 0. 00. 0.. 0. 272 Total number of patients discharged during the year . 0.. 0.. 0.. 0 0. 00. 220 -Total number of deaths during the year 0 0 0. 00.. 0 42 Total number of patients in the Hospital July I, 1955 . 0 0.. 0.. 0. 00.. 0. 93 Average number of patients in the Hospital per day during the year 00' 00. 96 Total patients' days in the Hospital ...•......... 0.. 0.. 0 0 0. 0. 34,462 Total number of patients treated during the year .. 0.. 0.. 0 0. 00 00 25,250 • ·Total number of out-patients treated during the year 00.. 0 . 25,057 Total number of operations performed 00' 0 " . 12

CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE CHRISTMAS AND ENTERTAINMENT FUND-I954-1955 Howard Lodge No.4, New Franklin 00 0 00 0 0.0 0$ 5.00 United Lodge No.5, Springfield 0 00' 00' 0.. 00 00 .. 0. 00 .. o. 25.00 O'Sullivan Lodge No.7, Walnut Grove .. 0.. 0.... 0.. 00. 00 0. 00., . .. . 10.00 Agency Lodge No. 10, Agency 0. 00. 0.. 00. 00.. 0.. 0. 00. 00 0 10.00 Pauldingville Lodge No. II, Wright City 5.00 Tyro Lodge No. 12, Caledonia .. 0 00. 00 0.. 00 0 0. . . . 10.00 Rising Sun Lodge No. 13, Barry .. 0 0.. 0.. 000 00. 00' 00' 0000' ., . 10.00 Western Star Lodge No. 15, Winston 0 0 00 0. . . . 10.00 Palmyra Lodge No. 18, Palmyra " .. 00 .. 0. 0 0000. 00.0. 0. 0.0.0.. 10.00 Havana Lodge No. 21, McFall 0 000. 0.. 00. 00. 00. 00.. 0. 00. . . 5.00 Wellington Lodge No. 22, DeKalb 00 0.. 00. 0 0 0 5.00 Florida Lodge No. 23, Florida .... 00' 00 00' 00. 00.... 0 0.00. 00.00 5.00 Wyaconda Lodge No. 24, LaGrange 00.. 0.. 00.0 0.. 0 0 0. 5.00 Evergreen Lodge No. 27, New Haven 0 0. 0. 0 00. 0. . . . 5.00 0 0 0.. 0. 0.. 00. . . .. . .. . 10.00 St. Johns Lodge No. 28, Hannibal Windsor Lodge No. 29, Windsor 00 00 00 00 0 0. 00 o. 10.00 Huntsville Lodge No. 30, Huntsville 00. 00 0 5.00 Liberty Lodge No. 31, Liberty 0 00.. o. 10.00 Humphreys Lodge No. 32, Humphreys . 0.. 00.. 0 0.. . . 10.00 Ralls Lodge No. 33, Center .. 0. 00. 00.. 0 000. 0 0. . 5.00 Troy Lodge No. 34, Troy " 0.. 0 0 0. 00 00 00 00. . .. 10.00 Mercer Lodge No. 35, Princeton . 0 0. 00 0.. 0.. 0. 0.. 0o. 15.00 Hemple Lodge No. 37, Hemple 0 0.. 00.. 0 00. 0. .. .. 14.50 Callao Lodge No. 38, Callao 0. 0 0.. 0 0. 0.. 0.. 0.. 00 10.00 DeWitt Lodge No. 39, DeWitt 0. 0 0. 00. 00. 00 0. . 5.00 Bismarck Lodge No. 41, Bismarck . 0 " 0 0 " 0.. 0 00... 10000 • Includes one employee. •• Guests of the Home who are not hospitalized.

1955

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

jefferson Lodge No. 43, jefferson City Fair Play Lodge No. 44, Fair Play Wentzville Lodge No. 46, Wentzville Fayette Lodge No. 47, Fayette Fulton Lodge No. 48, Fulton Holt Lodge 1\"0. 49, Holt Xenia Lodge No. 50, Hopkins Livingston Lodge No. 51, Glasgow Wakanda Lodge No. 52, Carrollton Weston Lodge No. 53, Weston Index Lodge No. 54, Garden City Tipton Lodge No. 56, Tipton Richmond Lodge No. 57, Richmond Monticello Lodge No. 58, Monticello Centralia Lodge No. 59, Centralia Waverly Lodge No. 61, Waverly Vincil Lodge No. 62, Cameron Cambridge Lodge No. 63, Slater Monroe Lodge No. 64, Monroe City Grant City Lodge No. 66, Grant City Sullivan Lodge No. 69, Sullivan Armstrong Lodge No. 70, Armstrong Savannah Lodge No. 71, Savannah Gorin Lodge No. 72, Gorin Eureka Lodge No. 73, Brunswick Silex Lodge No. 75, Silex Independence Lodge No. 76, Independence Lebanon Lodge No. 77, Steelville St. joseph Lodge No. 78, St. joseph Jackson Lodge No. 82, Linneus Laclede Lodge No. 83, Lehanon Miami Lodge No. 85, Miami Brookfield Lodge No. 86, Brookfield Washington Lodge No. 87, Greenfield Defiance Lodge No. 88, Sheridan Friendship Lodge No. 89, Chillicothe Madison Lodge No. 91, Madison Perseverance Lodge No. 92, Louisiana St. Mark's Lodge No. 93, Cape Girardeau Vienna Lodge No. 94, Vienna Bethany Lodge No. 97, Bethany Webster Lodge No. 98, Marshfield Mt. Vernon Lodge No. 99, Mt. Vernon West View Lodge No. 103, Millersville Heroine Lodge No. 104, Kansas City Kirksville Lodge No. 105, Kirksville Gallatin Lodge No. 106, Gallatin Stanberry Lodge No. 109, Stanberry Marcus Lodge No. 110, Fredericktown Trenton Lodge No. Ill, Trenton Maitland Lodge No. 112, Maitland Plattsburg Lodge No. 113, Plattsburg Twilight Lodge No. 114, Columbia .. : Barnes Lodge No. 116, Cabool Helena Lodge No. 117, Rochester DeSoto Lodge No. 119, DeSoto Compass Lodge No. 120, Parkville Hermann Lodge No. 123, Hermann Union Star Lodge No. 124, Union Star Gentryville Lodge No. 125, Gentryville Lorraine Lodge No. 128, Ridgeway

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50.00 5.00 10.00 10.00 25.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 50.00 10.00 5.00 25.00 15.00 5.00 10.00 5.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 25.00 5.00 10.00 5.00 5.00 10.00 50.00 25.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 5.00 10.00 5.00 25.00 25.00 5.00 10.00 10.00 25.00 5.00 25.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 25.00 50.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 5.00 10.00 5.00 10.00 5.00 5.00 10.00

1955

GRA~D

LODGE OF MISSOURI

Monett Lodge No. 129, Monett Hume Lodge No. 130, Hume Potosi Lodge No. 131, Potosi Farmington Lodge No. 132, Farmington Phoenix Lodge No. 136, Bowling Green Delphian Lodge No. 137, Birch Tree Oregon Lodge No. 139, Oregon Amsterdam Lodge No. 141, Amsterdam Irondale Lodge No. 143, Irondale Modern Lodge No. 144, Humansville Latimer Lodge No. 145, Licking Cass Lodge No. 147, Harrisonville Lexington Lodge No. 149, Lexington Linn Creek Lodge No. 152, Camdenton Bloomfield Lodge No. 153, Bloomfield Ionic Lodge No. 154, Desloge Ashland Lodge No. 156, Ashland Mountain Grove Lodge No. 158, Mountain Grove Green City Lodge No. 159, Green City Whitesville Lodge No. 162, Whitesville Portageville Lodge No. 166, Portageville Benevolence Lodge No. 170, Utica Hartford Lodge No. 171, Hartford Censer Lodge No. 172, Macon Gray Summit Lodge No. 173, Gray Summit Sturgeon Lodge No. 174, Sturgeon Point Pleasant Lodge No. 176, Conran Texas Lodge No. 177, Houston Griswold Lodge No. 178, Bellflower California Lodge No. 183, California Morley Lodge No. 184, Morley Chamois Lodge No. 185, Chamois Hermon Lodge No. 187, Liberal Hannibal Lodge No. 188, Hannibal Zeredatha Lodge No. 189, St. Joseph Putnam Lodge No. 190, Newtown Frankford Lodge No. 192, Frankford Angerona Lodge No. 193, Missouri City Wellsville Lodge No. 194, Wellsville Bolivar Lodge No. 195, Bolivar Carthage Lodge No. 197, Carthage New Hope Lodge No. 199, Elsberry Ravenwood Lodge No. 201, Ravenwood Sonora Lodge No. 200, Watson Rowley Lodge No. 204, Dearborn Clay Lodge No. 207, Excelsior Springs Salisbury Lodge No. 208, Salisbury Poplar Bluff Lodge No. 209, Poplar Bluff Unionville Lodge No. 210, Unionville Four Mile Lodge No. 212, Campbell Rolla Lodge No. 213, Rolla Forest City Lodge No. 214, Forest City Hornersville Lodge No. 215, Hornersville Hale City Lodge No. 216, Hale Barbee Lodge No. 217, Sweet Springs Albert Pike Lodge No. 219, Kansas City Kansas City Lodge No. 220, Kansas City Mystic Tie Lodge No. 221, Oak Ridge LaBelle Lodge No. 222, LaBelle Salem Lodge No. 225, Salem Saline Lodge No. 226, St. Marys

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15.00 5.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 5.00 10.00 25.00 25.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 15.00 10.00 10.00 25.00 10.00 5.00 10.00 25.00 15.00 20.00 10.00 5.00 10.00 25.00 10.00 10.00 20.00 25.00 10.00 2.50 7.50 5.00 5.00 12.00 10.00 5.00 2.00 5.00 10.00 5.00 25.00 10.00 10.00 25.00 5.00 10.00 5.00 5.00 15.00 25.00 5.00 5.00 25.00 10.00

1955

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Cypress Lodge No. 227, Laclede St. James Lodge No. 230, St. James Cardwell Lodge No. 231, Cardwell Polo Lodge No. 232, Polo . Bucklin Lodge No. 233, Bucklin St. Francois Lodge No. 234, Libertyville Sedalia Lodge No. 236, Sedalia LaPlata Lodge No. 237, LaPlata Rushville Lodge No. 238, Rushville Hopewell Lodge No. 239, Lesterville Palestine Lodge No. 241, St. Charles Knobnoster Lodge No. 245, Knobnoster Montgomery Lodge No. 246, Montgomery City Neosho Lodge No. 247, Neosho Carroll Lodge No. 249, Norborne Hope Lodge No. 251, Washington Laredo Lodge No. 253, Laredo Butler Lodge No. 254, Butler Alton Lodge No. 255, Alton Shekinah Lodge No. 256, Festus Lodge of Love ~o. 259, Lancaster Mechanicsville Lodge No. 260, Defiance Holden Lodge No. 262, Holden Summit Lodge No. 263, Lee's Summit Corinthian Lodge No. 265, Warrensburg Brotherhood Lodge No. 269, St. Joseph New Salem Lodge No. 270, Winfield Solomon Lodge No. 271, Springfield Granite Lodge No. 272, Sedalia St. Clair Lodge No. 273, Osceola Wm. D. !\1uir Lodge No. 277, Pilot Grove Essex Lodge No. 278, Essex Hogle's Creek Lodge No. 279, Wheatland Stockton Lodge No. 283, Stockton Earl Lodge No. 285, Coffey Graham Lodge No. 289, Graham Fairmont Lodge No. 290, Wyaconda Edina Lodge No. 291, Edina Lamar Lodge No. 292, Lamar Mound City Lodge No. 294, Mound City Moniteau Lodge No. 295, Jamestown Sampson Lodge No. 298, Lutie Temple Lodge No. 299, Kansas City Doric Lodge No. 300, Elkland Osage Lodge No. 303, Nevada Cecile Daylight Lodge No. 305, Kansas City Ashlar Lodge No. 306, Commerce New London Lodge No. 307, New London Sikeston Lodge No. 310, Sikeston Kearney Lodge No. 311, Kearney Cuba Lodge No. 312, Cuba Pine Lodge No. 314, Bardley Jerusalem Lodge No. 315, Jerico Springs Rural Lodge No. 316, Kansas City Osborn Lodge No. 317, Osborn Versailles Lodge No. 320, Versailles Hardin Lodge No. 322, Hardin McDonald Lodge No. 324, Independence Dockery Lodge No. 325, Meadville Linn Lodge No. 326, Linn Mt. Zion Lodge ~o. 327, West Plains

5.00 . . 10.00 . 10.00 5.00 . 5.00 . 5.00 . . 10.00 . 7.50 . 10.00 . 5.00 . 100.00 . 8.00 . 35.00 . 25.00 . 25.00 . 20.00 . 10.00 . 10.00 . 5.00 . 10.00 . 5.00 . 10.00 . 10.00 . 10.00 . 10.00 . 10.00 . 10.00 . 25.00 . 10.00 . 15.00 . 5.00 . 10.00 . 10.00 . 10.00 . 2.50 . 5.00 . 5.00 . 15.00 . 20.00 . 10.00 . 5.00 . 25.00 . 25.00 . 5.00 . 12.50 . 10.00 . 5.00 . 5.00 . 25.00 . 5.00 . 10.00 . 10.00 . 5.00 . 10.00 . 10.00 . 10.00 . 5.00 . 25.00 . 10.00 . 10.00 . 10.00

1955

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Cainsville Lodge No. 328, Cainsville Charity Lodge No. 331, St. Joseph " Excello Lodge No. 332, Excello Breckenridge Lodge No. 334, Breckenridge Joplin Lodge No. 335, Joplin Hallsville Lodge No. 336, Hal1sville Herculaneum Lodge No. 338, Herculaneum Fidelity Lodge No. 339, Farley Westport Lodge No. 340, Kansas City Rockville Lodge No. 341, Rockville Circle Lodge No. 342, Roscoe Fellowship Lodge No. 345, Joplin Arlington Lodge No. 346, Dixon Pollock Lodge No. 349, Pollock Friend Lodge No. 352, Ozark Barnesville Lodge No. 353, Ellington Hebron Lodge No. 354, Mexico Adelphi Lodge No. 355, Edgerton Ancient Landmark Lodge ~o. 356, Harrisburg Northwest Lodge No. 358, Tarkio Garrett Lodge No. 359, Arcola Hiram Lodge No. 362, Kahoka Fraternal Lod~e No. 363, Robertsville Adair Lodge No. 366, Kirksville " Crescent Hill Lodge No. 368, Adrian Composite Lodge No. 369, Doniphan Williamstown Lodge No. 370, Williamstown Sheldon Lodge No. 371, Sheldon Belle Lodge No. 373, Belle Waynesville Lodge No. 375, Waynesville King Hill Lodge No. 376, St. Joseph Ancient Craft Lodge No. 377, King City Berlin Lodge No. 378, Fairport Billings Lodge No. 379, Billings Queen City Lodge No. 380, Queen City Ionia Lodge No. 381, Eldon Pytha~oras Lodge No. 383, Cassville East Prairie Lodge No. 384, East Prairie Richland Lodge No. 385, Richland Arcana Lodge No. 389, Harris Raytown Lodge No. 391, Raytown Beehive Lodge No. 393, Lawson Gower Lodge No. 397, Gower Jasper Lodge No. 398, Jasper Decatur Lodge No. 400, Pierce City Malta Lodge No. 402, Malta Bend Everton Lodge No. 405, Everton Charleston Lodge No. 407, Charleston Montrose Lodge No. 408, Montrose Louisville Lodge No. 409, Louisville Iberia Lodge No. 410, Iberia Joppa Lodge No. 411, Hartville " Valley Lodge No. 413, Bolckow Hunnewell Lodge No. 415, Hunnewell Whitewater Lodge No. 417, Whitewater Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422, Springfield Samaritan Lodge No. 424, Bonne Terre Green Ridge Lodge No. 425, Green Ridge Glenwood Lodge No. 427, Glenwood Competition Lodge No. 432, Competition Mt. Olive Lodge No. 439, Rogersville

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10.00 25.00 5.00 10.00 25.00 5.00 15.00 5.00 50.00 10.00 5.00 25.00 5.50 6.30 5.00 10.00 50.00 5.00 10.00 5.00 10.00 10.00 5.00 25.00 10.00 25.00 10.00 5.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 5.00 2.50 5.00 15.00 10.00 10.00 13.00 25.00 18.00 31.10 10.00 5.00 10.00 5.00 10.00 2.50 25.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 25.00 25.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00

1955

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Trowel Lodge No. 440, Marble Hill Excelsior Lodge No. 441, Jackson Burlington Lodge No. 442, Burlington Junction Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446, Kansas City Jacoby Lodge No. 447, Darlington Belton Lodge No. 450, Belton Forsyth Lodge No. 453, Forsyth Jonesburg Lodge No. 457, Jonesburg Melville Lodge No. 458, Dadeville Caruthersville Lodge No. 461, Caruthersville Concordia Lodge No. 464, Concordia Southwest Lodge No. 466, Southwest City Pleasant Hope Lodge No. 467, Pleasant Hope Nodaway Lodge No. 470, Maryville Mineral Lodge No. 471, Oronogo Nineveh Lodge No. 473, Olney Golden Lodge No. 475, Golden City Mt. Hope Lodge No. 476, Odessa Henderson Lodge No. 477, Rogersville Rich Hill Lodge No. 479, Rich Hill Jewel Lodge No. 480, Pleasant Hill Marceline Lodge No. 481, Marceline Coldwater Lodge No. 485, Drexel Cairo Lodge No. 486, Cairo Lakeville Lodge No. 489, Bell City Vandalia Lodge No. 491, Vandalia Daggett Lodge No. 492, McKittrick Lewistown Lodge No. 494, Lewistown Unity Lodge No. 495, Richards Jameson Lodge No. 500, Jameson Buckner Lodge No. 501, Buckner Philadelphia Lodge No. 502, Philadelphia Prairie Home Lodge No. 503, Prairie Home New Hampton Lodge No. 510, New Hampton Skidmore Lodge No. 511, Skidmore Senath Lodge No. 513, Senath Granby Lodge No. 514, Granhy Gate City Lodge No. 522, Kansas City Spickardville Lodge No. 524, Spickard Cunningham Lodge No. 525, Sumner Wayne Lodge No. 526, Piedmont Higbee Lodge No. 527, Highee Conway Lodge No. 528, Conway Comfort Lodge No. 533, Wheaton Columbia Lodge No. 534, Pacific Blackwell Lodge No. 535, Blackwell Ingomar Lodge No. 536, Willow Spring-s Bethel Lodge No. 537, Bethel Stella Lodge No. 538, Stella Dawn Lodge No. 539, Ludlow Winigan Lodge No. 540, Winigan Mansfield Lodge :\0. 543. Mansfield Zalma Lodge No. 545, Zalma Orient Lodge No. 546, Kansas City South Gate Lodge No. 547, Kansas City Clinton Lodge No. 548, Clinton Carl Junction Lodge No. 549, Carl Junction Foster Lodge No. 554, Foster Moscow Lodge No. 55R, Moscow Mills Clarksdale Lodge No. 559, Clarksdale :\'e1son Lodge No. 560, Nelson

5.00 5.00 . . 15.00 . 451.00 . ... 5.25 . 10.00 6.00 . . 10.00 5.00 . . 10.00 5.00 . 5.00 . . 10.00 . 10.00 5.00 . . 10.00 . 10.00 . 15.00 . 10.00 5.00 . . 25.00 5.00 . . 20.00 5.00 . . 10.00 . 25.00 5.00 . . 5.00 5.00 . . 10.00 . 5.00 5.00 . 5.00 . . 5.00 . 10.00 . 10.00 . 10.00 . 25.00 . 10.00 . 5.00 . 10.00 . 5.00 . 5.00 . 5.00 . 10.00 . 5.00 . 10.00 . 18.00 . 5.00 . 10.00 . 5.00 . 10.00 . 5.00 . 25.00 . 10.00 . 10.00 . 10.00 . 5.00 . 10.00 . 10.00 . 5.00

1955

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

York Lodge No. 563, Kansas City Jamesport Lodge No. 564, Jamesport Miller Lodge No. 567, Miller Marlborough Lodge No. 569, Kansas City Republic Lodge No. 570, Republic Hayti Lodge No. 571, Hayti Rutledge Lodge No. 572, Rutledge Bernie Lodge No. 573, Bernie Easter Lodge No. 575, St. Clair Grandin Lodge No. 579, Grandin IlImo Lodge No. 581, IlImo Koshkonong Lodge No. 582, Koshkonong Branson Lodge No. 587, Branson St. Francisville Lodge No. 588, Wayland Advance Lodge No. 590, Advance Union Lodge No. 593, Union Puxico Lodge No. 596, Puxico Leadwood Lodge No. 598, Leadwood Elvins Lodge No. 599, Flat River Cosby Lodge No. 600, Cosby Acacia Lodge No. 602, Columbia Craig Lodge No. 606, Craig Strafford Lodge No. 608, Strafford Warrenton Lodge No. 609, Warrenton Clark Lodge No. 610, Clark Centertown Lodge No. 611, Centertown Mokane Lodge No. 612, Mokane Mt. Washington Lodge No. 614, Mt. Washington : Chaffee Lodge No. 615, Chaffee Swope Park Lodge No. 617, Kansas City Grandview Lodge No. 618, Grandview Anderson Lodge No. 621, Anderson Owensville Lodge No. 624, Owensville Sheffield Lodge No. 625, Kansas City Mendon Lodge No. 628, Mendon East Gate Lodge No. 630, Kansas City Archie Lodge No. 633, Archie Northeast Lodge No. 643, Kansas City Grain Valley Lodge No. 644, Grain Valley Clarkton Lodge No. 645, Clarkton Noel Lodge No. 647, Noel Cleveland Lodge No. 651, Cleveland Country Club Lodge ~o. 656, Kansas City Alpha Lodge No. 659, Kansas City Holliday Lodge No. 660, Holliday Clarence Lodge No. 662, Clarence Wardell Lodge No. 665, Wardell Lilbourn Lodge No. 666, Lilbourn

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50.00 5.00 5.00 25.00 10.00 10.00 5.00 5.00 25.00 10.00 15.00 10.00 5.00 10.00 10.00 15.00 10.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 10.00 5.00 5.00 10.00 2.50 5.00 10.00 25.00 12.50 15.00 10.00 10.00 40.00 25.00 5.00 50.00 10.00 55.25 10.00 18.00 5.00 5.00 25.00 35.00 3.00

7.50 10.00 14.50

54,956.40

OTHER ORGANIZATIONS AND INDIVIDUALS St. Graal Commandery No. 12, K. T., Columbia St. John's Commandery No. 20, K. T., Springfield.. . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. . . . . . .. Calvary Commandery No. 28, K. T., Fulton Prince of Peace Commandery No. 29, K. T., Jefferson City St. Elmo Commandery No. 43, K. T., Bolivar West Plains Commandery No. 48, K. T., West Plains Cape Girardeau Commandery No. 55, Cape Girardeau Albany Commandery No. 60, K. T., Albany " '" .. . East Gate Commandery No. 70, K. T., Kansas City. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

10.00 25.00 10.00 50.00 5.00 30.00 25.00 10.00 15.00

1955

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Bolivar Chapter No.5, R. A. M., Bolivar Independence Chapter No. 12, R. A. M., Independence Columbia Chapter No. 17, R. A. M., Columbia Orion Chapter No. 49, R. A. M., Fulton Past Masters of Pyramid Lodge No. 180 Bendix Square and Compass Club, Grandview McDonnell Square Club, St. Louis Ransom A. Breuer Masonic Association, Gray Summit Arbela Chapter No. 12, O. E. 5., Laddonia Eminence Chapter No. 93, O. E. 5., Carthage St. Clair Chapter No. 96, O. E. 5., St. Clair Saline Chapter No. 115, O. E. S., Malta Bend Coffey Chapter No. 181, O. E. 5., Coffey Guiding Star Chapter ;-';0. 306, O. E. 5., Green Ridge Ellington Chapter No. 312, O. E. S., Ellington Monticello Chapter No. 383, O. E. S., \lonticello Marshall Chapter No. 408, O. E. S., Marshall Matilda Chapter No. 411, O. E. S., ~ovelty Owensville Chapter No. 414, O. E. 5., Owensville Osage Chapter No. 502, O. E. S., Warsaw Past Matrons Club, O. E. S. of Bonne Terre Past Matrons and Past Patrons Club of Pettis Chapter No. 279, O. E. S Pettis So-More Circle, Pettis Chapter No. 279, O.E.S Bethel No.6, Job's Daughters, Webster Groves Lt. Jack H. Armstrong, Macon, \10. . E. A. Banning, Oregon, Mo. . F. C. Barnhill, Marshall, Mo William Birkenmeyer, St. Louis, Mo Craig Byler, Webb City, ~10 Grover Ferris, Kansas City, Mo J. F. Faulkenberry, Lesterville,. 1\10 H. H. Haukenberry, Independence, Mo Ralph M. Lindsey, St. Louis, \10 Robert H. Mann, Kansas City, Mo. . R. D. Polsgrove, Oregon, ~10. . Charles Rose, Rifle, Colorado Bert F. St. Clair, Noel, Mo Roy D. Scott, Lesterville, Mo Otto G. Stoffregen, St. Louis, Mo H. S. Taylor, Wichita, Kansas Harry S. Truman, Independence, Mo. . Grand Total All Contributions

5.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 50.00 10.00 50.00 35.00 10.00 5.00 1.00 5.00 5.00 6.50 5.00 5.00 2.00 10.00 6.00 5.00 5.00 . 5.00 . 15.00 . 5.00 . 50.00 . 2.50 . 5.00 . 20.00 . 2.00 . 2.25 . 5.00 . 1.00 . 10.00 . 10.00 . 2.50 . 5.00 . 5.00 . 5.00 . 25.00 . 5.00 . 100.00 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

$5,667.LrJ

EXPENDITURES FROM THE CHRISTMAS AND ENTERTAINMENT FUND-I954-1955 Cash gifts for July 4th $1,295.00 Watermelon feast on the lawn 28.50 Treats for Hallowe'en 23.51 Cash gifts for Thanksgiving 828.00 Turkeys for Thanksgiving dinner 201.82 Television lepair service 311.60 Cash gifts for Easter 867.00 Bus to Veiled Prophet parade 15.85 Bus to Police Circus 38.50 Treats for parties 11.88 2.00 Prizes for children Birthday gifts 250.00 Special envelopes for cash gifts and birthday cards 30.28 Shows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189.05

1955

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

6.92

Repairs to Movie Projectors Magazine Subscriptions Bird Cages Swimming Pool expense

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CHRISTMAS: Cash gifts to the old folks Children's gifts Trees and decorations Candy, nuts, fruit and pastries Turkeys for Christmas dinner

. 1,280.00 . 104.56 . 141.65 . 890.33 . 201.59

18.50 20.09 29.21

$6,785.84 Contributions to the Masonic Home Christmas Committee of St. Louis and St. Louis County, 1954-1955. Algahil Lodge I\o. 544 $ 10.00 25.00 America Lodge No. 347 . 50.00 Anchor Lodge No. 443 . 25.00 Apollo Lodgc No. 529 . 35.00 Aurora Lodge No. 267 . 75.00 Beacon Lodge I\ o. 3 . 10.00 Benjamin Franklin Lodge No. 642 . 10.00 Berkeley Lodge No. 667 . 10.00 Bonhomme Lodge No. 45 . 5.00 Brentwood Lodge No. 616 . Bridgeton Lodge No. 80 . 100.00 Cache Lodge No. 416 . 100.00 25.00 Clayton Lodge No. 601 . 50.00 Clifton Heights Lodge No. 520 . 20.00 Commonwealth Lodge No. 654 . 50.00 Corncrstone Lodge No. 325 . Cosmos Lodge No. 282 . 15.00 Erwin Lodge No. 121 . 25.00 Euclid Lodge No. 505 . 25.00 25.00 Fenton Lodge No. 281 . Ferguson Lodge No. 542 . 25.00 Forest Park Lodge No. 578 . 30.00 Freedom Lodge No. 636 . 10.00 Gardenville Lodge No. 655 . 25.00 George \Vashingwn No.9 . 60.00 Good Hope Lodge No. 218 . 100.00 Harmony Lodge No. 499 . 50.00 Itaska Lodge No. 420 . 20.00 Jennings Lodge No. 640 . 20.00 Keystonc Lodge No. 243 . 25.00 Kirkwood Lodge No. 484 . 25.00 Lamhskin Lodge No. 460 . 50.00 Magnolia Lodgc No. 626 . 25.00 Maplewood Lodge No. 566 . 40.00 Meramec Lodge No. 313 . 10.00 Meridian Lodge No.2 . 50.00 Missouri Lodge No. I . 25.00 Mizpah Lodge No. 639 . 50.00 Mt. Moriah Lodge No. 40 . 75.00 Naphtali Lodge No. 25 . 25.00 Occidcntal Lodge No. 163 . 25.00 Olive Branch Lodge No. 576 . 50.00 Overland Lodge No. 623 . 25.00 Paul Rcvere Lodge No. 330 . 10.00 Pilgrim Lodge No. 652 . 25.00

1955

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Polar Star Lodge No. 79 Pomegranate Lodge No. 95 Pride of the West Lodge No. 179 Progress Lodge No. 657 Purity Lodge No. 658 Pyramid Lodge No. 180 Rose Hill Lodge No. 5S0 Shaveh Lodge No. 646 St. Louis Lodge No. 20 Theodore Roosevel t Lodge ~ o. 661 Towel' Grove Lodge ~o. 631 Triangle Lodge No. 638 Trinity Lodge :'\0. 641 Tuscan Lodge :'-lo. 360 University Lodge No. 649 Valley Park Lodge No. 629 Webster Groves Lodge No. 84 Wellston Lodge No. 613 West Gate Lodge No. 445 Bellefontaine Chapter R. A. M., :\fo. 25 Cabanne Chapter R. A. M., :'-lo. 140 Missouri Chapter R. A. M., :-':0. 1 Oriental Chapter R. A. M., No. 78 Rahboni Chapter R. A. M., 1\'0. 131 Shekinah Chapter R. A. M., No. 132 St. Louis Chapter R. A. M., No.8 Wellston Chapter R. A. M., No. 138 Hiram Council R. & S. M., No. I Jeremiah Council R. & S. M., No. 48 York Council R. & S. M., No. 40 Ascalon Commandery K. T., No. 16 Ivanhoe Commandery K. T., No.8 St. Aldemar Commandery K. T., No. 18 St. Louis Commandery K. T., :'-lo. 1 Alhambra Grotto Moolah 'femple Scottish Rite Square Club Forest Park Lodge Member , Members of Missouri Chapter No. I, R. A. M Lawrence P. Thesen Member Triangle Lodge No. 63H D. John Davies Member Bridgeton Lodge No. 80 Members of Benjamin Franklin Lodge No. 642

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25.00 25.00 10.00 30.00 7.50 50.00 50.00 10.00 2.t>.00 10.00 25.00 50.00 10.00 75.00 15.00 10.00 50.00 25.00 25.00 35.00 10.00 5.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 5.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 5.00 25.00 25.00 50.00 25.00 100.00 750.00 ISO.OO 25.00 5.00 7.00 ;iO.OO :i.00 RO.OO S~.509.50

STATEMENT OF RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS Balance on hand October 1954 Received 1954-1955

$1,305.09 3,509.50

Disbursements 1954-1955

$4,814.59 3,848.19

Balance August 1955

S 966.40

ADDITIONS TO THE ENDOWMENT FUND MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI 1954-1955 Angela Campbell Estate $ 2.754.76 Oliver .J. Christman Estate 6.252.58 William E. Downs Estate 10,000.00 Adam Hartwig Estate 500.00 W. B. Hight Estate....... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5,000.00 August C. Koelsch Estate 100.00 Harriet A. Koestering Estate 2,315.45 Spotwood A. Ledford Estate 179.76 ~finnie ~liller Estate .................... 796.64 Oscar T. Nitzschmann Estate 22,000.00 Albert Rabenneck Estate 2,747.01 Robert C. Saunders Estate.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 415.74 Georgia Helen Siddons Estate 2.228.66 Frederick William Weinheimer Estate 5.216.80 Elhridge E. Widener Estate 5,226.57 Mayme K. Withall Estate 101,530.10 Minnie H. Wylie Estate 8,884.87 Gifts in memory of Theo. R. Appel 15.00 Gifts in memory of Mrs. Dorothy Johnston Hein 20.00 Gift ip. memory of Mrs. L. Verne Hosic 100.00 Gifts in memory of Debra Jean Lindsey 35.00 Gifts in memory cf Joseph A. Osborn...... . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.00 Gift of Lester A. Carter, Jasper Lodge :":0. 398 1.00 Gift of Will Docter 100.00 Gift of George Mavrematis 20.00 Gift of Fred Mollenauer 20.00 Gift of Mrs. N. J. Yeats, for Jenniugs Lodge No. 540 5.00 Gift of Russell G. \fmray 10.00 $176,477.94

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ENDOWMENT FUND MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI 1886·1954 Knights Templar Fund $ 35,114.00 James L. Kirkendall 13,150.00 W. S. Smith Fund............................................ 11,730.00 T. W. Higgins Fund 5,000.00 James W. Harris Fund 1,665.74 Masonic Home Certifica te Fund 1,117.60 Ferdinand Herold Fund 500.00 John B. Croshaw Fund 1,000.00 Jacob B. Gunlich Fund 1,000.00 Grand Chapter Royal Arch Masons Fund 3,000.00 Grand Chapter Royal and Select Masters Fund 2,500.00 T. W. Cotton Fund.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,000.00_ Orville A. and Maria Haynes Fund 1,000.00 A. I\f. Hough Fund 5,000.00 Jacoh Lampert Fund 30,000.00 1\1rs. E. Wurz 500.00 Adolph Gluck Fund 500.00 Parralle Massengale Fund 806.60 \lrs. Lillie F. Fletcher Fund 1,000.00 Frederick A. Logan Fund 500.00 Rohert Elliott Black Fund 1,000.00 :'\fathan Schloss Fund 932.83 A. P. Christianson Fund 2,067.91 Agnes Rice Estate 51,096.35 Hugh Hartshorn Fund 2,327.75 William Pamprin Fund 1,000.00 ~1orgena Peterson Fund 500.00 Otto Eo and 'Irs. Grant Howard Fund 1,000.00 General Fund 128,740.03 Julius C. Garrell Fund 1,000.00 War Relief Loyal Service Fund 7,107.50 James W. Boyd Fund 500.00 Ararat Temple, Kansas City Fund 500.00 Mrs. Willie A. Woods Fund 3,000.00 Grotto and Shrine Fund..................................... 17,056.95 Morris and Ella Leftwich Fund 1,800.00 Mrs. Mary Lynch Fund 1,000.00 A. P. Fletcher Fund 1,000.00 Frank Beecher Fund 1,442.48 A. M. Dockery Fund 1,000.00 Edward H. Meier Fund 500.00 \VilIiam H. Potter Estate Fund 13,305.50 .T. C. Jacquith Estate Fund 19,122.61 Initiation Fund 246,700.00 Nicholas R. Wall Fund 500.00 Abraham Palan Fund 584.70 Bonds from a friend of the Home sold for 52,218.75 Maggie Nicholson Fund 550.36 Louisa Yott Fund 500.00 Gustav Bischoff Fund 500.00 W. L. Tamme Fund 550.00 Erdhaus Est~te sc:cured and unsecured ,....................... 7,665.32 Henry T. KilpatrIck Fund 2,000.00 William A. Hall Fund 500.00 Henry Siegfried 1,000.00

ENDOWMENT FUND MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI 1886-1954 500.00 Edward Meyer ... 0.. 000 •• 0000. 00.00000. 0000 .• , .•..•..•• 0• 00" Charles V. B. Slade . 00•••••• 0•••••• 0• 0• 0.• 000••••• 000• 000•• 000 9,548.75 14,992.13 Robert F. Stevenson .. 0.••••..•. 0., •• 0••• 00. 0•••• 00000 •..•..•• Glen Marquis 0•..• 0•• 000. 0•••• 0.• 0.•..• 0••.. 0..• 00•.. 00 1,105.14 1,000.00 Frank L. Schofield . 0.. 0••••• 000• 00• 0••• 00••.•••••••... 00• 0000• 528.00 D. M. Wilson 0•••• 00•..• 00•. 0• 0• 0. 0000•..• 00• 0•• 00•• 0•. Mary C. Clapp 0• 0•• 0000••• 00•• 0.• 00000.. 0.•. 000...••. 00 3,405.09 7,548.50 Samuel Rife Estate 00• 00• 0•• 0000000. 0..•..•. 0•..•. 0•.. 0.. 100.00 Charles Reilly 0• 0. o. 00. 0.•• 0••••• 00. 0 o' 0••••• 000. 0.. 00' .. 2,500.00 E. C. Robinson 0•..•. 0000• 00• 00• 00• 00•.. 0..•..•. 0•• 692.83 B. S. Sch\vartz 0•• 00.. 0 0• 0••••••. 0• 0..•• 000• 0. 0000.. 1,000.00 Brockett A. Dickson .. 0...•.. 0.. 000••.•. 0• 00• 00• 00•..•..•. 0•.. 500.00 George F. Bergfeld . 00000. 0000.00 ••••••••••. 000 .•• 00••. 000. 0.. 465.89 Sarah B. Coffman 00000• 0.•• 0•• 0•..• 0.•..• 0•••.•• 0•• 0••••• 200.00 Samuel A. Gluck 0•• 000.••. 000•• 0. 0000. 0.... 00.• 0•.. 000.. 100.00 Wellston Lodge :-';0. 613 •••• 0.• 00 •• 000 .• 0.•..• 0.•.. 0000 .. 00' .0 200.00 Richard Sinclair 00• 0.. 0' .•..•..•..•..•..•..•. 0•.. 0.. 0• 100.00 Karl Backro\v 00000..•• 00000 0••. 000.• 000000 0 0 286.00 Robert Lungstrass 00 ••.•. 0••••. 0• 00••••. 0•• 0•. 0•..•..• 00 250.00 June Lee Cotton 0000•••••••• 0•••.• 000.. 000• 00•• 00000. 00• 0 450.00 St. Joseph Chapter No. 198, O. E. S.. 0000' 00 ..• 0.•..• 0. 00. 0.0 o. 70.00 Marcus A. Loevey 0••• 0•••••••••••••••••••..•.••••.•• 0..• 00• 00 100.00 Sam Pian 0•..• 0" 00" 0••.•..• 0o. 0.•.. 0..• 0.• 0.0 ..• ·0. 46.00 W. J. Scherek 0•••• 0•• 00.· . 00 •• 0••. 0• 000000000.0.0 .. 310.95 Myrtle Lodge No. 338 •• 0••• 0•• 0• 00• 0• 0••• 0•.•..• , •. 0. 000.0.0.0 200.00 Ludwig Kotany .... 0.•.. 0•.• 00• 000• 0•. 0• 0.• 00•. 0• 0. 000• 0••..• 300.00 Charles E. Koken . 00.. 000•..• 0. 0• 00••.•••••• 0.•. 00• 0000. 0••••• 137.40 Philip Stremmel, Jr. .. 0•. 00• 0.0 .• 00•..•..• 00 000 000 00 .•..• 0.• 0. 400.00 Boor Fletcher .... 0••. 0.. 0•. 0•. 0• 0. 0000..•.....•..•. 0•.. 0..•.. 100.00 Alphonzo Whipple .00.00 •. 0•. 0.0 .••.• 000. 0 o.. 0" •..•.. 00.000 • 400.00 A. Bolin Fund ... 0000.• 0•• 00••• 00• 000.•• 0.• 0•..•• 0• 0. 0• 0• 0• 0• 25.00 M. A. Covey Fund. o... 0• 0.0.00 .. 00000 .. 0.•.. 0000 .. 0..•.. 0.00. William F. Kier Fund 0.0 .. 0 0.. o' .0' 0 0 0. 00 10,000.00 200.00 John T. Short Fund ... o.. 00 .• 00 •.. 0.. 0.. 0. 00 .00.0 .. 0..•. o.. 2,000000 Paul Keiser Fund ... 0. 000' ••••• 0.. 0..• 0•• 0000.• 0000.. 00.0 .. 0. 371.36 John Oliver Fund .. 000. 0• 00000•. 0• 0.•..• 0.•.. 0000. 000.•..•..• 5,000.00 Jo M. Darrow Fund .. 0.0.00.0 .••• 0·· o' 00.. 0.... 0.•• 0. 0. 000.. 0. 1,000.00 T. W. Pritchett Fund ... 00000 .• 0.••.• 00•..•.. 0.. o' . o' . o' . 000.. 259.98 Annie Martin Fund . 00.. 0.. 00. 00 0• 0.•.... 0.. 0 00. 0 Comstock Estate 0.• 0••••••....• 00• 0.•.. 0.. o' . o' . o· . 115,760097 2,500.00 0 0 . Comstock Estate (douhtful value) .. 0.. o.. 0 1,000.00 Julia C. Norton Fund 0000.00 0..•.. 00 0.. 00.0 5,000.00 J. M. Darrow Estate 0 0 0.. 0.. \Villiam Latham Jr. Estate 0 o 0.. 000 . 0 1,000000 5,467.91 John M. Woodson Estate 0.. 00.0. 0 o' . 0. 0000. o 0. 1,000000 Sol E. Waggoner Estate .. 0 0. 0 000• 0 0 0.. 0. 500000 Jacob C. C. Waldeck Estate 0..•.. 0.. 0.. 0.. 0.. 00. 0..•.... 211.08 Adam Herold Estate 0 00. 00. 000 0. 0 0 . 933.24 James Vinyard Estate . 0•• 0•• 00 • 0.•..•.. 0. 000 000 .•.. 0.. 0 . 11,600.00 George B. Mills Estate, Stocks and Bonds 250.00 John Rehrs Estate 0•••••••• 000' 0000 .. 0.. 0. 0 0•• 0.. 0. 1,901.39 William Russell Estate, Cash .. 0•.. 0.. 0.....• 0. o' . 00. 000 o' ..... 4,392.00 William Russell Estate, Bonds and Other Securities 431.05 Joseph Kronacher Estate 00••. 0•...• 000 .. 0 0 . William A. Raming Estate . 0.• 0. 0..•.. 0..••..... 0.. 0..•.. 0 . 1,000.00 0

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ENDOWMENT FUND MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI 1886-1954 2,000.00 Fred Herket Estate . 405.86 Oscar H. Elbrecht Estate, Cash . 2.7RO.00 Oscar H. Elbrecht Estate, Stocks and Bonds . Edward F. W. Kaiser . 25.000.00 100.00 Henry \V. Hunning- Estate . Dr. Louis }<'. Bode Estate . . 300.00 Fred Segelke Estate . 214.47 1,000.00 Charles Geitner Estate . William B. Archer Estate . . 5,085.00 1,000.00 .lames \Van\ Nixon \1emorial . Henry C. Grenner Estate, Stocks, Bonds and Cash . 261,502.94 Berthold Linder Estate . 200.00 Charles H. Schureman Estate . 365.67 Charles A. Brown Estate . . 1,000.00 Ernest Bruneman . 100.00 A. S. Hudson Estate . 942.84 Myrtle Kipp Estate . . 707.16 John Cunningham FA~tate . .. 16,87.15.2!l Mrs. Pearl Kaiser Annuity . 5,500.00 Estate of William Madra .. . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.362.19 George W. Leeak Gift . . 500.00 Louis .J. Brohammer Gift . 1,500.00 Fred D. Gardner Estate . 1,000.00 George H. Woltjen Estate . 1,000.00 Mrs. Virginia Allen Church Estate (in memory of F.thelhert Forrester Allen) . 5,000.00 Irvin Levosier Page Estate . 25.00 Gift in memorv of \Villiam T. Coombs 50.00 Barbara Seaman Bequest . 100.00 Isador Mendle Legacy . 1,000.00 Estate of Joseph S. McIntyre .. 1.000.00 Estate of .lames R. Anderson . 2,103.03 R. F. Stevenson Estate . 10.00 1,000.00 George William James Estate . Gerard B. Lam hert . . 7.40 Mary Huthmaker Estate . . 37,601.33 Estate of \ViIliam Rothmeyer . 50.00 Louis Schmidt Estate '. . . . . . 500.00 William W. Alexander . . 1,000.00 Mrs. Kate Fellers Estate . . 625.00 Fred Mueller Estate . 100.00 Frank Gottlieh Estate . 100.00 Clara Siegel Estate . 17,971.36 Emma Winkler Estate . 538.05 Clara Ethel Downs Memorial Fund . 1.000.00 William F. Kuhn T\femorial Fund . 1,000.00 Arthur Emil Koethe Estate . 2,000.00 Thomas H. Reynolds Gift . 11,000.00 Edward Kuhn Estate . 1,000.00 Alva Moog- Estate . 100.00 Nicola Zimmer Memorial Fund . 50.00 Emma H. DoeIIner Estate . !l00.00 Abraham Romansky Gift . 250.00 Ahraham Romansky Estate . . .1)00.00 Alhert Rahenneck Estate . 500.00

ENDOWMENT FUND MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI 1886-1954 Agnes McAdoo Estate, Bond and Cash F. '\T. Struchen Estate Harry P. Brown Estate Mrs. Anna Kern Estate Mrs. Elizabeth Clark Estate Gift in memory of Alexander Friedberg Emma Schumacher Estate Gift in memory of Charles Hermann Charles Spraul F~state Theodore Mueller Estate Frank Ferguson Estate Kathryn Lehman Estate E. H. Lehnbetter Estate Logan Busby Estate Etta Mueller Estate Franklin V. Kemp Estate, Stocks, Bonds and Cash Louis Duestrow Estate Rosa Ruhland Estate Fannie A. McCarty Estate Sol Samuel Estate Fritz William Selleck Estate Eugene D. Ash brook Estate Hugh S. Jamison Estate, Stocks and Cash Estate of Louis A. Geserich William J. Whiprecht Estate Hattie Fuller Estate Elzie Fulton Estate William Downs Gift . Estate of G. I. Langenberg Estate of Virgil L. Muskopf Mrs. Earl C. Tuggle Gift A. M. Freund Estate George C. Paulus Gift Bernard .J. Kappel Estate Mary E. Knecht Estate Mrs. Anna Nipper Estate Fort Leonard Wood National Sojourners Gift Minnie K. Geller Estate Mary B. Chandler Estate Iva T. Burns and Lola B. Dickey Memorial Fund Albert G. Keller Estate, Bonds and Cash William Kairns Estate H. O. Hirsch Estate Mrs. Julia Weber Lewis Estate F. W. Weinheimer Estate, Bonds, Stocks and Cash Gift of 1949 Wardens and Masters Club of St. Louis and St. Louis County Gift of William R. Denslow and Wife Mrs. Rose M. Sizemore Estate, Bond and Cash Gift of G. A. Buder Virginia Stroud Estate Herman Mensendick Estate John R. Goodall Trust William M. Pinger Estate Gift in memory of Frederick Qucllmalz

1,578.00 400.00 10,834.90 6,311.77 5,000.00 50.00 17.75 50.00 300.00 5,000.00 1,815.87 2,697.96 1,000.00 6,928.80 . 6,266.89 . 46,929.10 . . 20.000.00 . 25,000.00 . 2,807.58 . 100.00 . 1,040.05 1,000.00 . . 33,420.08 . 200.00 . 5.00 . 917.87 . 16,189.95 . 500.00 . 250.00 . 400.00 . 25.00 . 500.00 . 2,000.00 . 500.00 . 250.00 . 84,726.34 . 100.00 . 250.00 . 5,743.10 . 200.00 . 3,239.97 . 100.00 . 5,248.76 . 5,000.00 . 57,6Ih.75 . . . . . . . . . . . .

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100.00 100.00 2,295.62 393.99 1,000.00 165.00 1,000.00 555.20 10.00

ENDOWMENT FUND MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI

1886·1954 25.00 August Anthony Nolte Estate . Gift of Mrs. Katherine Thomas, Queen City Chapter :'\0. 226, 100.00 O. E. S., in honor of Ray Bond. G. M. . . 10.00 Gift of Robert Lewis Macy . . Gifts in memory of Dillman F. E. Wagner 20.00 100.00 Gift in memory of T. T. Turley and H. I. Turley . Edna Ceora Rogers Estate . 6,600.00 4,858.52 John T. Mathis Estate . 1,000.00 Frank Joseph Arth Estate . Aubrey B. Henton Estate . 3,726.55 Rudolph Buhman Estate . 53,586.08 Ernest J. Bunt Estate . 500.00 John P. Briebel Estate . 1,000.00 . Mrs. Rose W. Lenore Estate 500.00 . 12,333.26 Mrs. Barsha A. Langston Estate Mrs. Henrietta Pearse Estate . 9,783.05 . Morris L. Binowitz Estate 1,000.00 Edgar P. Schaefer Estate . 601.60 Angela Campbell Estate . 127,707.80 . 10,604.86 Mrs. Lulu Cammann Zamzow Estate . Mrs. Luella M. Willette Estate 1,299.12 Wm. Frederick Kuhn Memorial Association, in memorv of Dr. William Frederick Kuhn ' . 787.71 Anna L. Gentry Memorial Fund . 2,099.13 Gift in memory of Val O. Decker and Frances Decker . 2,000.00 Gift of Robert C. Winkelmaier, in memory of Bertha Winkelmaier 150.00 Gift of Leola P. Robertson, in memory of George '\T. Peters . 25.00 Gifts in memory of Mrs. Sallie Simon . 130.00 . Gifts in memory of John Weiss, Jr 26.00 Gift in memory of Emma Krieger . 5.50 Gift of Calvary Commandery No. 28, K. T., Fulton . 11.50 Gift of St. Graal Commandery No. 12, K. T., Columbia . 10.00 Gift of Crane Lodge No. 517, A. F. & A. M.• Crane . 25.00 Gift of Ferguson Lodge No. 542. A. F. & A. M., Ferguson . 15.00 Gift of Senath Lodge No. 513, A. F. & A. M., Senath . 10.00 Gift of Frank B. Adam . 150.00 Gift of H. H. Blackledge . 150.00 Gift of J. H. Brimmer . 20.00 Gift of R. B. Cessna . 2.00 Gift of E. G. Corwine . 1.00 Gift of Will Docter . 500.00 Gift of C. R. Hinerman . 50.00 Gift of Rudolph Egger . 5.00 Gift of Edward F. Henri . 5.00 Gift of Louis F. Heidorn . 3.00 Gift of Robert Jacobi . 20.00 Gift of George Mavrematis . 60.00 Gift of Robert L. Macy . 5.00 Gift of James P. Moore . 5.00 Gift of Louis J. Ohler . 3,00 Gift of L. M. Shrum . 10.00 Gift of George E. Stowell . 5.00 Gift of W. A. Walker . 50.00 Gift of J. E. Weissenborn . 25.00 Gift of Arthur H. Windmoeller . 15.00

ENDOWMENT FUND MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI 1886-1954 Adele H. Doellner Estate George T. Mannion Estate Helen Primavesi Estate Gertrude French Rouse Estate Reinhold Schenkmeyer Estate Thomas Stayton Estate Otto August Vogelsang Estate Gift in memory of Mrs. C. L. Alexander Gifts in memory of Mrs. Ella K. Falkenhainer Gifts in memory of Harry Grimspan Gifts in memory of Mrs. Katherina Hammermeister Gifts in memory of Mrs. Olaf Murray Gifts in memory of Truman Rose Gifts in memory of Carl Schlapp, Sr., Gifts in memory of Cecil A. Tolin Gifts in honor of Julian Simon Gifts of Members of Erwin Lodge No. 121 Gifts of Members of Occidental Lodge No. 163 Gifts of Members of Pyramid Lodge No. 180 Gifts of Members of Albert Pike Lodge No. 219 Gifts of Members of Euclid Lodge No. 505 Gifts of Members of Ferguson Lodge No. 542 Gifts of Members of Mansfield Lodge No. 543 Gifts of Members of Olive Branch Lodge No. 576 Gifts of Members of Elvins Lodge No. 599 Gifts of Members of Acacia Lodge No. 602 Gifts of Members of Swope Park Lodge No. 617 Gifts of Members of Jennings Lodge No. 640 Gifts of Members of Gardenville Lodge No. 655 Gift of Clarence W. Crites Gift of Dr. Solon Cameron Gift of M. L. Gross Gift of Albert E. Hamlin Gift of Ray McClanhan Gift of Fred Mollenauer Gift of E. H. Penton Gift of Oscar Schmelig Gift of John A. Witthaus Gift of Blue Silver Lancers, Moolah Temple Gift of W. B. Distributors, Inc. Gift of Wm. B. Ittner, Inc. Jennie Albers Estate Minnie Allender Estate Max Philip Cohen Estate Harriet C. Johnson Estate Minnie Miller Estate Oscar T. Nitzschmann Estate Al bert Rabenneck Estate Paul Wielandy Estate Elbridge E. Widener Estate Louis H. Winkler Estate Gifts in memory of Mrs. Theo. R. Appel Gifts in memory of Jerry Bingaman Gifts in memory of Roy Collins Gifts in memory of Dr. A. F. Gaertner

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200.00 9,160.44 29,152.50 250.00 500.00 2,683.54 24,545.74 2.00 6.00 10.00 7.50 15.00 15.00 15.00 50.00 74.00 5.00 50.00 56.00 13.00 235.00 67.00 5.00 10.00 12.00 3.00 10.00 15.00 8.00 10.00 100.00 10.00 50.00 10.00 95.00 10.00 20.00 40.00 250.00 300.00 300.00 1,000.00 2,000.00 100.00 2,000.00 15,000.00 20,000.00 2,747.00 200.00 3,000.00 1,377.58 5.00 25.00 10.00 5.00

ENDOWMENT FUND MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI 1886-1954 Gifts in memory of Shaw Goo1s1y . Gifts in memory of Mrs. Mabel McCully . Gifts in memory of Mrs. Adolph Roeper . Gifts in memory of Karl M. Vetsburg . Gifts in memory of Otto C. Steinbrecher . Gifts in memory of Mrs. Frank Stumm . Gifts in memory of W. G. Wood . Gifts of Members of St. Mark's Lodge No. 93 . Gift') of Members of Rolla Lodge No. 123 . Gifts of Members of Temple Lodge No. 299 . Gifts of Memhers of Clinton Lodge No. 548 . Gifts of Members of Wellston Lodge No. 613 . Gifts of Members of Archie Lodge No. 633 . Gifts of Past Masters of Pyramid Lodge No. 180 . Gifts of Loyal Chapter No. 511, O. E. S , .. , , Gift of Frank C. Barnhill ', , .. Gift of G. A. Buder , , . Gift of Richard J. W. Coopman "." " . Gift of Clarence N. Crites ,., , , . Gift of Bernard Greensfe1dcr , .. , , ,., . Gift of Robert Jacobi ,., .. , , . Gift of Richard O. and :\fargarct A. Rumer , , .. Gift of Arthur C. Schuster . Gift of Sam Silverman . , Gift of R. Jasper Smith ,.,......... . . Gift of Harry F. Sutherland ,..... . , ..

5.00 30.00 15.00 55.00 3.00 15.00 10.00 10.00 5.00 2.2!> 2.50 5.00 5.00 50,00 100.00 1,000.00 100.00 11.08 10.00 50.00 10.00 500.00 100.00 8.00 40.00 10.00

1955

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

REPORT OF THE SECRETARY July 1, 1954 to June 30, 1955 GENERAL FUND

Income Grand Lodge Per Capita Tax Grand Chapter O.E.S. Per Capita Tax

$230,732.65 21,894.25 $2rj2,626.90

Imerest on General Fund Securities Miscellaneous Income

682.92 21.30 $253,331.12 Expenses

Wages and Salaries $141,041.58 Provisions 110,806.05 Dry Goods and Clothing 3,359.42 Dry Cleaning and Shoe Repair 611.08 Laundry 2,584.66 Fuel 17,791.37 Repairs and Maintenance 18,359.61 Supplies 18,813.83 Ice 400.72 Light 7,633.55 Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2,269.73 Insurance 5,518.40 Barber 1,405.90 Outside Aid 2,179.24 Federal Social Security-Employers Tax 3,895.17 Education 75.01 Directors, Grand Lodge Officers and Advisory Board Attending Board Meetings . 2,740.00 172.75 Children's Allowances . 289.3.1:) Carfare . 1,065.67 Telephone . 350.00 Auditing . 1,816.09 Printing, Stationery and Postage . 720.00 . Steward's Car Allowance Inspection Fees and Taxes . 274.51 Hauling Ashes, etc. . . 255.24 Want Ads . 466.99 Petty Cash, Expense . 1,024.92 Newspapers . 906.14 . Dues and Subscriptions 56.20 . Safe Deposit Boxes 27.50 Piano Tuning . 132.50 Miscellaneous . 27.90 . Masonic Homes Executives Asso. Convention Expense 202.68 Public Relations . 45.11 Grand Lodge Entertainment . 489.56 Superintendent's Traveling Expense . 421.35 . Profit and Loss 200.00 - - - - $347,430.78 Excess of Expenses over Income Transfers from Income Fund :'Jet Increase in General Fund

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$ 94,099.66 $]20,000.00 25,900.34

1955

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Balance on Hand July I, 1954 (add)

Balance on Hand June 30, 1955

40,766.51 $ 66,666.85

INCOME FUND

Receipts Dividends on Endowment Fund Stocks $ 56,162.07 Interest on Endowment Fund Bonds 25,564.36 Interest on Endowment Fund Real Estate Loans 28,409.84 Rental Income Endowment Fund...... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,884.54 Received from Members of Home Family 74,100.04 Pensions 32,414.75 Sale of Cemetery Lots 100.00 Miscellaneous Income 1,216.89 Income on Income Fund Securities 4,975.06 - - - - $224,827.55 Disbursements Taxes and Expenses on Estates S 573.20 Building Improvements 28,177.50 Agent's Collection Expense, Commission 3,057.62 Expenses-New Building Fund Campaign 16,082.33 Loss on Sale of Securities 90.15 Grave Markers-Lakewood Cemetery 1,106.00 - - - - $ 49,086.81

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Excess of Receipts over Disbursements... .. . .. . .. Deduct Transfers to General Fund Deduct Transfers to Endowment Fund

$175,740.74 $120,000.00 ]0,000.00 - - - - $130,000.00

Net Increase in Income Fund Add Balance on Hand, July I, 1954 Ba]ance on Hand. June 30. 19.15 ]NITIATION

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$ 45,740.74

$318,876.7R

273,136.04

FUND

Receipts Initiation Fees Interest on Initiation Fund Securities Profit on Sale of Investments

$ 42,200.00

Net Increase in Initiation Fund Add Balance on Hand, July I, 1954

10,077.00 1,972.77 - - - - $ 54,249.77 $ 54,249.77 509,743.50

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Balance on Hand June 30. 1955

$563,993.27

BUILDI:"G FUND

Receipts Contributions Interest on Building Fund Securities Profit on Sale of Investment

$675,821.91 5,979.19 99.50 - - - - $681,900.60

Disbursements Expense on Contemplated Building Bank Charges

$ 29,192.51

14.13 - - - - $ 29,206.64

Net Increase on Buildin,g Fund Add Balance on Hand, July I, 1954

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$652.693.96 342,414.77

Balance on Hand. June 30, 1955

$995,108.73

1955

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI CHRISTMAS AND ENTERTAINME;\IT FUND

Receipts $

Contri bu tions

5,617.15

Disbursements Entertainment and Gifts

Excess of Disbursements over Receipts Add Balance on Hand, July 1, 1954

Balance on Hand, June 30, 1955

6,785.84

1,168.69 4,983.07

3,814.38

REPORT OF THE AUDITOR To the Board of Directors, Masonic Home of Missouri, Saint Louis, Missouri. GENTLEMEN: Pursuant to engagement, we have prepared this report preliminary to our formal report of the Masonic Home of Missouri to be submitted to the Board of Directors at a later date. We examined the books and records of the secretary for the period July 1, 1954 to June 30, 1955. Our examination covered the General Fund, Income Fund, Initiation Fund, Building Fund, Christmas and Entertainment Fund and Endowment Fund. We present the following summaries of assets and liabilities of the various funds as at June 30, 1955: GENERAL FUND Assets Cash in United Bank and Trust Co Cash in Mercantile-Commerce National BankPayroll Account Cash in Petty Cash Fund

$ 36,820.20

6,000.00 200.00 - - - - .$ 43,020.20

Inventories-Provisions and Supplies Unexpired Insurance

30,504.92 6,511.63

.$ 80,036.75 Liabilities Accounts Payable Accrued Social Security Taxes Accrued Withholding Taxes

$ 11,683.12

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601.43 1,085.35 - - - - $ 13,369.90

Balance-General Fund

$ 66,666.85

INCOME FUND Cash in Mercantile Trust Company . SecuritieS-at Cost . St. Louis Union Trust Company, Agent-Endowment Fund . Accrued Interest on Securities at Time of Purchase .

$ 70,219.95

Total-Income Fund

$318,876.78

228,860.25 19,613.48 183.10

INITIATION FUND Cash in Mercantile Trust Company

$ 29,703.38

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Securities-at Cost Accrued Interest on Securities

533,703.00 586.89

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Total-Initiation Fund

$563,993.27 BUILDING FUND

Cash in Boatmen's :'-:ational Bank Securities-at Cost Accrued Interest on Securities at Time of Purchase Total-Building Fund

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$ 31,597.98 962,868.48 642.27

$995,108.73

CHRISTMAS AND ENTERTAINMENT FL:-.lD Cash in Boatmen's l'iational Bank

$ 3,814.38

Total-Christmas and Entertainment Fund

E;:-..IDOWME;:-..IT FU~D Real Estate Loans . United States Bonds Other Bonds Corporation Stocks Due from St. Louis Union Trust Company-Agellt

. . . .

$587,792.91 68,170.88 629,257.90 941,319.28 4,389.63

Total-Endowment Fund

3,814.38

$2,230.930.60

The bank balances appearing in these funds were confirmed by reconciling certificates, received directly from the depositaries, with the stated book balances. The investments, as shown in these funds, were verified by examination of the securities, except those of the Endowment Fund, which are held by the St. Louis Union Trust Company as agent for the Trustees. The inventories are stated as shown on the inventory sheets prepared by the managemen t. We have shown the securities listed in the Income Fund, Initiation Fund and Building Fund at recorded cost. The stocks in the Endowment Fund are stated at an adjusted carrying value, which was 15 per cent below market value on the stocks held at March I, 1949 and market value on the date received on stocks acquired since that date. The bonds acquired prior to January I, 1951 are stated at the value placed thereon by the Trustees of the Endowment Fund at the date of acquisition of the securities by the Home. Those acquired since January I, 1951 are carried at cost. The real estate loans are being carried at cost. If you desire any additional information relative to this report, we shall be pleased to have you call upon us. Respectfully submitted, C. K. BENSON & COMPANY Certified Public Accountants. MEDICAL STAFF Dr. Solon Cameron, Medical Director Dr. J. Floyd Alcorn, Dental Consultant. Dr. William R. Bohne, Orthopedics

St. Louis, Mo. St. Louis, Mo. St. Louis, Mo.

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Dr. James Barrett Brown, Surgery Dr. C. E. Burford, Urology Dr. Stanley S. Burns, Otolaryngology Dr. A. H. Conrad, Dermatology Dr. Ralph Cook, Pediatrics Dr. Carl E. Eber, Ophthalmology Dr. Edwin C. Ernst, Radiology Dr. James Forsen, Surgery Dr. Joseph Glenn, Urology Dr. D. L. Harris, Bacteriology Dr. Roland M. Klemme, Neuro-Surgery Dr. Charles L. Klenk, Bacteriology Dr. Otto W. Koch, Otolaryngology Dr. Philip S. Luedde, Ophthalmology Dr. Sidney B. Maughs, Neurology Dr. Mary Elizabeth Morris, Gynecology Dr. R. J. Payne, Otolaryngology Dr. Robert E. Schlueter, Emeritus, Surgery Dr. J. Wm. Thompson, Surgery Dr. Henry P. Thym, Surgery Dr. R. S. Weiss, Dermatology

St. Louis, Mo. St. Louis, Mo. St. Louis, Mo. St. Louis, Mo. St. Louis, Mo. St. Louis, Mo. St. Louis, Mo. St. Louis, Mo. St. Louis, Mo. St. Louis, Mo. St. Loui~. Mo. St. Louis, Mo. St. Louis, Mo. St. Louis, Mo. St. Louis, Mo. St. Louis, Mo. St. Louis, Mo. St. Louis, Mo. St. Louis, Mo. St. Louis, Mo. St. Louis, Mo.

REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON FOREIGN CORRESPONDENCE

M. W. Brother Ray V. Denslow presented the report of the Committee on Forcign Correspondence which was reccivcd and ordered printed in the Proceedings. (See "The Masonic 'Vorld.") REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON GRAND MASTER'S ADDRESS

M. W. Brother James M. Sellers prescnted the report of the Committec 011 Grand Mastcr's Address which was adopted and is as follows: To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, A. F. and A. M. of Missouri: BRETHREN:

Our Grand Master's Report of his Stewardship since last Seplemher dearly marl-s his year as one of rare accomplishment and unusual significance in Missouri Freemasonry. In addition to his many routine duties and the visitations which have taken him to all corners of our State, his administration was faced with the arduous task of raising the funds needed for the building program at the Masonic Home which was unanimously adopted as a project for the twelve month period following his installation. Of course, the tremendous task now so near completion could never have been accomplished without the dedicated work of thousands of our brethren, nor without the imagination and organization ability of our Grand Master. It would be impossible to single out by name all of the workers who gave of their time and means in our fund raising program hut it is most fitting that in his address, the Grand Master should have mentioned Right Worshipful Brothers Frank P. Briggs, Robert Brinkman and Oliver Luft. Although the amount of money actually raised and in hand is sufficient to authorize the Home Board to proceed with the actual work, as has been indicated, attention is directed to all here in attendance that in some Districts the just and fair apportionment of quotas has not been met and it is urged that in such localities a continuing effort should he made so that ;\fasolls all over our State will

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feel that they haw had a part in the one great philanthropy of Missouri Freemasonry. It is also fitting that we re-emphasize the importance of another great project which has been accomplished during the past year. \Ve refer to the beginning of our publication, The Freemason, \\'hich is available to all members of our Craft who desire to receive it. In his address, the Grand Master has pointed out the opportunity that we all have of receiving and disseminating news of interest and importance in our great Order. \\T e urge that those in attendance here carry this message back home to their brethren. It is routine in these reports on the Grand Master's Address to refer decisions, dispensation, healing orders and other official actions of the Grand Master to the Committee on Jurisprudence. \Ve do so now. The section of his address on necrology also is referred to the Committee on Necrology. We heartily agree with the Grand :\faster's recommendation that district meetings again be resumed where, hecause of the :\lasollic Home drive they might have been neglected last year. \Vc heartily approve of the Grand :\1aster's recommendation that Secretaries' conferences he instituted and that they he supervised and conducted by the Grand Secretary. We approve of the Grand :\faster's report on the operation of the amended byla\\'s regarding physical disqualifications. We call attention to his mention of the fact that copies of the set of rules regarding procedure to he followed when a special dispensation is to be considered regarding a physically handicapped applicant may be procured from the Grand Secretary's office. We approve of the recommendation as to the revision of by-laws and that a complete annotation of the by-laws of the Grand Lodge including a trial code be obtained and we refer this recommendation to the \\'ays and Means Committee for methods of financing the project. Also, we refer any other matters pertaining to finances to the Ways and Means Committee. We also approve of an amendment by which the Grand Master may be relieved of his duties as President of the Masonic Home Board. We suggest that the Grand Master be an ex officio member of the Board, thus authorizing his attendance at any Board meeting which may be convenient in his schedule, but that he not be named on any committee thereof so that he will feel no obligation to be present. Again we feel that this is a year long to be remembered as one of the landmarks in our history. JAMES M. SELLERS, Chairman RICHARD O. RUMER, HAROLD L. READER, HARRIS C. JOHNSTON, FRANK C. BARNHILL, M. E. EWING, RA Y V. DENSLOW, HARRY TRUMAN, HOMER L. FERGUSON, W. F. WOODRUFF, HARRY F. SUNDERLAND,

J. M. BRADFORD, W. W. MARTIN, SOLON CAMERON, WM. R. GENTRY, WILLIS

J. BRAY,

DUVAL SMITH, JAMES W. SKELLY, FORREST C. DONNELL.

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PROPOSED AMENDMENT BE PROFICIENCY OF MASTER MASON

The following amendment was presented and referred to the Jurisprudence Committee: We propose the following amendment to the By-laws: Article IX, Section 126. PROFICIENCY OF MASTER ~fASON. Every newly made Master Mason shall stand a satisfactory examination in open Lodge in the proficiency lecture of the first section of the Degree of Master l\fason. ~o newly made :\faster Mason who fails or refuses to stand such examination, shall he permitted to vote, hold office in the Lodge, or dimit, provided, however, if he shall fail or refuse to stand such examination within six months after heing notified hy the Lodge so to do, he shall he subject to Masonic discipline. delete from this section heginning with the woros "No newly made" . . . and ending with . . . "subject to ~lasonic discipline" and add instead Until he does so, such Master Mason shall not be entitled to any of the rights or privileges of a Master Mason, nor shall he be entitled to vote, hold office or dimit. If he shall fail or refuse to stand such examination within six months after being notified by the Lodge so to do, he shall he subject to Masonic discipline. Until such satisfactory examination is had, such Master Mason shall not be entitled to receive his dues receipt card as provided by Grand Lodge Law. This applies to candidates receiving their Degree of Master ~fason from and after the date of the adoption of this amendment. Nothing herein contained shall relieve the Brother from his obligation of paying his dues. so that Section 126, as amendeo,

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PROFICIENCY OF MASTER MASON. Every newly made Master Mason shall stand a satisfactory examination in open Lodge in the proficiency lecture of the first section of the Degree of \laster Mason. Until he does so, such Master Mason shall not be entitled to any of the rights or privileges of a Master Mason, nor shall he be entitled to vote, hold office or oimit. If he shall fail or refuse to stand such examination within six months after heing notified hy the Lodge so to do, he shall be subject to Masonic discipline. Until such satisfactory examination is had, such Master Mason shall not be entitled to receive his dues receipt card as provided by Grand Lodge Law. This applies to candidates receiving their Degree of Master Mason from and after the date of the adoption of this amendment. Nothing herein contained shall relieve the Brother from his obligation of paying his dues.

O. WESLEY KONERIl"G, W. M., Mt. Moriah Lodge No. 40 DON R. VAILL, .T. W., Paul Revere Lodge No. 330 ELMER L. FOWLER, W. M., Algabil Lodge No. 544 HENRY

H. KARN,

S. W., Gardenville Lodge :\0. 655 FRED H. CURTIS,

W. M., Euclid Lodge No. 505

HARRY \\T. SHAPIRO,

S. W., Bridgeton Lodge :--':0.80 \\' :\1. F. REITER, S. W., Progress Lodge No. 657 EDWIN F. KOI'I:ERING,

P. M., Mt. Moriah Lodge No. 40 G. HERYE, P. \1., Good Hope Lodge No. 218

JOIII'I:

HARRY C. PLOF.TZE,

P. M., Meridian Lodge N'o. 2

PROPOSED AMENDMENT RE DUTIES OF GRAND SECRETARY

The following proposed amendment was presented and referred to the Jurisprudence Committee:

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\Ve, the undersigned, propuse the follmring new By-Law relative to duties of the Grand Secretary: "The Grand Secretary, with the approval uf the Committee on Jurisprudence and the Grand ~1aster, and within the substantive requirements of the By-Laws, shall prepare, and from time to time may vary the form and contents of, all forms of petitions and documents required by Grand Lodge law. The forms shall he furnished to the Lodges at approximate actual cost, including postage." Respectfully submitted, R. JASPER SMITH, P. \1.. Solomon Lodge :\'0. 271 \fARTIN B. DICKI;\;SON, P. l\f.. Country Cluh Lodge l\;o. o!iG. PROPOSED AMENDMENT RE CERTIFICATES OF GOOD STANDING

The lollowing- proposed amcndment was presentcd and referred to the Jurisprudence Committee: \\le, the undersigned, propose the following new By-Law relative to the period within which Certificates of Good Standing are valId: "IF !I('11 Certificate Ccases to Be Valid: :\'0 Certificate of Good Standing remains 'alid unless presented within ninety days after its date of issuance," Respectfully suhmitted, R . .J.-\SI'FR S:\IITH, P. 1\1., Solomon Lodge :'\0.271 \I-\KIIN B. DICKINSON, P. \1., Country Cluh Lodge :'\0. 6!iG. PROPOSED AMENDMENT BE DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND LECTURERS

The following proposed amcndment was read and referred to thc Jurisprudencc Committee: We propose that Section 29, sub-section (a), of the By-Laws (as amended in 1950) he amended hy striking out the present language and suhstituting the following: (a) There shall be appointed and commissioned by the Grand Lecturer for each l\fasonic District, annually, suhject to removal by the Grand Lecturer, a District Deputy Grand Lecturer, who must he a Worshipful Master or a Past Master, and a member of a \fissouri Lodge. As far as practicable, he shall visit officially the lodges in his District; and for holding Lodges of Instruction 5'lall receive the necessary actual expense incurred by him, to be paid by each Lodge so instructed. in equal shares if more than one at the same time and place. Respectfully submitted, FRAl\jK A. LEWIS, P. M .• ivanhoe Lodge :'\0. 446 EDWARD F. WILSON, P. 1\1., Charity Lodge :\'0. 331. PROPOSED AMENDMENT BE DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND MASTERS

The lollowing proposed amendment was read and referred to the Jurisprudence Committce: The undersiRned qualified members of the Grand Lodge .-\. F. and A. ~I.. of \lissouri hereby propose that the h,,-I;l\I'S of said Grand Lodge he amended by the adoption of the following:

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That the second sentence of Section 27 of saId by-laws be revised and amended so the same will read: "Districts which have, or may hereafter have, forty or more Lodges shall have three District Deputy Grand Masters, of equal rank, over separate divisions of such districts, and districts which have, or may hereafter have. twenty-five or more Lodges, but less than forty, shall have two District Deputy Grand Masters, of equal rank, over separate divisions of such districts." SOI.Oi\; CA\IERON, P. G. M., Missouri Lodge No.1 ROBERT L. ARONSON, S. G. Deacon, St. Louis Lodge ~o. 20 T. FLOYD ALCORN, D. D. G. M., Euclid Lodge No. SOil

RICIL\RD H. BENNETI, D. D. G. M., Pride of the West Lodge No. 179 RICHARD O. RUMER, P. G. M., Tower Grove Lodge No. 631.

PROPOSED AMENDMENTS RE REMOVAL FROM OFFICE AND PETITION FOR DEGREES

The following proposed amendments were presented and referred to the Jurisprudence Committee: To the Most WorshiPful Gmnd Lodge, A. F. ami A. M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: We propose the following amendments to the By-Laws of the Grand Lodge: New Section. Section 103A. Removal from Office. Any office or station of the Lodge may be declared vacant only by death, resignation duly accepted by the Lodge, or expulsion, of the duly installed officer of such office or station. Strike our Section 219A, or paragrage 12 in the Petition for Degrees, adopted 1950, rewrite. and insert in the first paragraph of the Petition for Degrees, as follows: That unbiased by friends and uninfluenced by mercenary moti\'es, he hereby freely and voluntarily offers himself as a candidate for the \fysteries of Freemasonry; that he is prompted to make this application from a favorable opinion entertained of the Fraternity, a desire of knowledge, and a sincere wish of being serviceable to his fellow creatures. He is a firm believer in the one living and true God. (Here add) He further declares that he is not now and never has been a member of, and that he does not believe in, nor does he support any organization that teaches or has for its object, the overthrow of the United States Government by force or in any other wrongful, unlawful or unconstitutional manner. (Here contillue.) His answer to each of the questions helow is as there stated. Respectfully submitted, JAMES W. SKELI.Y, DUVAL SMITH. PROPOSED AMENDMENT RE EMPLOYMENT BUREAU

The following proposed amendment was presented and referred to the Jurisprudence Committee: RESOLUTION A\lENDING SECTIO;\, 197 OF THE GRAND LODGE BY-LAWS OF 1947 AS AMENDED BY THE GRA~D LODGE IN 1951 (PROCEEDINGS 1951 PAGE 123) The undersigned, being members in good standing of the Grand Lodge of \1issouri A. F. and A. 1\1., do hereby present the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED, That Section 197 Grand Lodge By-laws 1947, as amended 1951, be amended by striking out the word "thirty" after the word "of" and before the word "cents," and the word "six" after the word "of" and before the word

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"thousand," and in place thereof insert in lieu of the word "thirty" the word "forty," and in lieu of the word "six" the word "nine," so that as amended the same will read as follows: SECTION 197. Employment Bureau. In cities where there are forty or more Lodges, and in areas where forty or more Lodges have concurrent jurisdiction, each Lodge shall appoint or elect one of its members, who shall constitute a General Employment Bureau, whose duty shall be to aid unemployed members to secure employment. Such Bureau shall adopt rules for its government; and each Lodge in such city or area shall contribute the sum of forty cents per capita per annum to the Employmcnt Bureau, such contribution to he calculated on, and payable with, the annual Grand Lodge Returns. Provided, that no contributions shall be called for when the amount on hand exceeds the sum of nine thousand dollars. Such Bureau shall employ a Secretary and maintain a permanent office, wherc applicants may apply for employment.

J. M. BRADFORD, JA:\fES

Keystone Lodge No. 243 W. SKELLY, Tuscan Lodge No. 360

HARRY GERSHENSON,

Polar Star Lodge No. 79 RESOLUTION RE REVISION OF BY·LAWS AND TRIAL CODE

The following resolution was presented and referred to the Jurisprudence Committee: RESOLUTION WHEREAS, it is deemcd necessary by this Grand Lodge that the by-laws, including the trial code of the Grand Lodge, be reviscd in whole or in part and republished. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the incoming Grand I\Iaster be and he is hereby authorized and directed to appoint a committee for that purpose to report back at the next annual communication of the Grand Lodge. ORESTES MITCHELL, JR., P. M., Charity Lodge No. 331 FREELON K. HADLEY, P. M., St. Joseph Lodge ~o. 78. RESOLUTION RE ANNOTATIONS OF BY·LAWS AND TRIAL CODE

The following resolution was presented and referred to the Jurisprudence Committee: RESOLUTIO~

WHEREAS, it is deemed necessary by the Grand Lodge that the by-laws, including the trial code, of this Grand Lodge, be annotated to date, and that provision be made for such annotation to be kept current by appropriate annual additions. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by this Grand Lodge, that the incoming Grand Master be and he is hereby authorized and directed to take all necessary steps to obtain at the earliest possible time, a complete annotation of the by-laws, including the trial code, and that the Ways and Means committee arrange for the appropriation of adequate funds for this purpose, and for the publication thereof. ORESTES MITCHELL, JR., P. M., Charity Lodge No. 331 FREELO:>ol K. HADLEY, P. M., St. Joseph Lodge No. 78.

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NOMINATIONS FOR MASONIC HOME BOARD For four year period cnding 1959: Edward E. Wilson, Richard H. Bennett, Harry G. Diller, Elmer Wagner. COMMISSION TO M. W. BROTHER TRUMAN

Grand Master Mitchell presented to l\f. W. Brother Truman his Commission as Grand representative of the Grand Lodge of Israel near the Grand Lodge of Missouri. Brother Truman responded expressing his pleasure at receiving this commission, and then suggested that prayer be offered on behalf of our President. With the members of the Grand Lodge standing with bowed heads, Grand Chaplain Thurman led the brethren in prayer for the recovery of President Eisenhower. CALLED FROM LABOR

The Grand Lodge was called from labor at noon, the Grand Chaplain offering prayer.

Tuesday Afternoon 1:30 p.m.

The Grand Lodge was called to labor at 1: 30 p. m., Gra nd Chaplain Gragg offering prayer. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON APPEALS AND GRIEVANCES

R. W. Brother Robcrt L. Hoy prescllted the report of the Committee on Appeals and Gricvances which was adopted and is as follows:

To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, A. F. and A. M., of Missuuri: BRETHREN: Your Committee on Appeals and Grievances submits the following report: I. IN RF: BENJA:\I1:-< OWE;>; BYERS

Benjamin Owen Byers, at one time a member of Wadesburg Lodge :'-10. 348, petitioned for restoration of membership. When the Charter of \Vadesburg Lodge ~o. 348 was arrested in 1949. he had been suspended for non-payment of dues, and was, at that time, indebted to said Lodge in the amount of $8.00. Clinton Lodge No. 548 located at Clinton, Missouri, in whose jurisdiction he now resides, has recommended that his petition he granted and a remittance in the amount of $8.00 accompanied the petition. After considering the petition and the supporting recommendations, your Committee now recommends that the application for restoration be approved and that Benjamin Owen Byers be restored to membership in the fraternity. II. IN RE: THOMAS RALLS SUMMITT

This is a petitIOn to the Grand Lodge for restoration to good :\lasonic standing, filed under the provisions of Section 272 of the Trial Cde. Thomas Ralls Summitt, petitioner, formerly a member of Rural Lodge No. 316 was tried and convicted of the offense of un-Masonic conduct and pursuant to the verdict of the Trial Commission was expelled from membership in the fraternity on Septemher 15, 1947. While the exact wording of the charge was not before the Committee on Appeals and Grievances from the petition itself and from testimony adduced before the Committee it appeared that the offense consisted of embezzlement of lodge funds in a substantial amollnt by petitioner \\'hile holding the office of Secretary of Rural Lodge No. 316. On November 7, 1949 petitioner filed a petition with Rural Lodge No. 31G for restoration to membership and after due notice in accordance with the Trial Code the matter was voted upon by the Lodge on November 21, 1949. The record of Rural Lodge No. 316 which was submitted to the Committee on Appeals and Grievances at the Committee's request. shows that there were 45 members present, that there were 17 votes cast in favor of the petitioner and 28 votes cast against approval of the petition, whereupon the Worshipful Master declared that the petition was therehy rejected. Nothing further was done in reference to the matter until April 9, 1955, at which time this petition to the Grand Lodge was filed with the Grand Secretary

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and the petitioner notified that the matter would be submitted to the Committee on Appeals and Grievances and it'! report made to the next Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge in September. The petition, when forwarded to the Chairman of the Committee on Appeals and Grievances, was accompanied by a letter recommending favorable action, signed By Worshipful Brother FJoyd A. Morgan, a Past Master of Rural Lodge ~o. 316. The offense for which petitioner was expelled from the Fraternity is a grave and serious offense involving a breach of trust of the highest order, particularly among brothers. It was so considered by his lodge at the time of expulsion and so considered by his lodge two years later when his petition for restoration was rejected by an almost two-thirds vote of the members there present. It is so considered by the Committee on Appeals and Grievances. While the Trial Code recognizes the right of a former brother to petition the Grand Lodge for restoration to good Masonic standing after e:xpulsion and after rejection of a petition for restoration to membership by a L()(I~e, only the strongest evidence that a man who has committed such an offense is now entitled to membership in the fraternity should cause the Grand Lodge to disturb the action of his own Lodge. No such evidence has been presented to your Committee on Appeals and Grievances. No evidence of changed circumstances has been submitted which justifies favorable action on the part of the Grand Lodge on the petition. Your Committee therefore recommends that the petition of Thomas Ralls Summitt for restoration to good \fasonic standing be rejected. Ill. CLAYTON LODCE NO. 601

vs. EDWARD c. KOE'E:\L\:\

Edward C. Koeneman was charged with unmasonic conduct in violation of Section 229 of the Trial Code, by a wilful violation of a law of the United States, to-wit: Section 145 (a), Title 26, U.S.C.A. On October 4, 1954, he was tried before a jury composed of members of Clayton Lodge ~o. 601, of which he is a member. The accused was found guilty on all four counts of the charges, and his punishment was fixed at a reprimand. Thereafter, the Junior \Varden of Clayton Lodge No. 601 filed this appeal indicating that it was taken under order of the Grand Master. The only ground specified as basis for the appeal is that the punishment assessed was inadequate and this is the only question presented for our consideration. The record shows the accused entered a plea of guilty to two charges of unlawful, wilful and knowing failure to make income tax returns for the calendar years of 1950 and 1951, respectively, in violation of the foregoing cited section of the United States Revenue Code. On March 19, 1954, after such plea of guilty, the United States District Court of Missouri, for the Eastern District, Eastern Division, at St. Louis, entered a judgment of conviction and sentenced him to the custody of the Attorney General for a period of six months in such penal institution as the Attorney General might designate, and he was required to pay a fine of $500.00 on each count. The Court recommended commitment of the accused at the United States Medical Center at Springfield, Missouri. The record does not show that the accused offered any evidence in mitigation of his offense when he was sentenced in federal court nor at any stage of his trial in his Lodge. In fact, this Committee finds that the record contains all formal documents necessary to comply with the Trial Code. However, the only evidence in the record is the certified copy of the judgment of the federal court showing the accused's plea of guilty and the sentence of the court. There is no evidence in the record to show the occupation, history, educational background and standing of the accused in his community. In similar cases in the future the Committee believes that such information would assist it

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and that the lodge conducting the trial is under a duty to provide adequate evidence to indicate the background of the accused. Such information, while not essential to determine the adequacy of the punishment here, would be most helpful in some cases. After due notice the trial was held in Clayton Lodge No. 601, but the accused did not appear nor was he represented by counsel. He offered no evidence in mitigation of his offense. Admittedly, he has violated a federal law, he has plead guilty and upon his plea a judgment of conviction and sentence has been entered of record in the federal court. \Vhile the offense is a misdemeanor it involves moral turpitude under the decisions of our State Supreme Court and of the Supreme Court of the United States. Section 268 of the Trial Code requires that we either reyerse and remand this matter for a new trial or that we reverse lhe decision of the jury and dismiss the charges or that we disregard the judgment of the Lodge and pronounce judgment upon the record transmitted to the Grand Lodge. This Committee is of the unanimous opinion that the punishment of reprimand should be disregarded hecause it is inadequate. The Committee also concludes that suspension for a specified period is also inadequate. The offense of which the accused was charged, heing one involving moral turpitude and the accused having admitted his guilt and having heen sentenced to serve time at a federal penal institution, the Committee is of the opinion that the punishment of reprimand is inadequate and recommends that the accused be expelled from the Order. The accused was charged in his lodge to be a good citizen, true and just to his government and to submit willingly and cheerfully to the legal authority of the laws of his country. It was his duty to so conduct himself that he bring no dishonor, stigma or reproach upon our Order. 0'11 the contrary, he was charged to remove every aspersion cast against it. By his admitted conduct in violation of law and good morals, resulting in a judgment of conviction and sentence to serve I imc in a federal penal institution, the accused has brought stigma and dishonor to the Fraternity in the eyes of the uninitiated. The Committee therefore recommends expulsion, for un-Masonic wn· duct, of Edward C. Koeneman. RespectfUlly submitted, ROBERT L. HoY, Chairman, :\fARVIN E. BOISSEAU, RALPH V. \VILSON, E. L. RED;\IAN, HERBERT C. HOFFMAN. REPORT OF GRAND LECTURER

R. W. Brother Frec10n K. Hadley, Grand Lecturer, presented his report which was adopted and is as follows: To the Most IVorshipful Grand Lodge, A. F. and A. M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: One of the duties of the Grand Lecturer is to make a written report to the Grand Lodge as to the general condition of the Jurisdiction as to work and other matters of interest connected to his office. As a matter of information for the records this report is important, for the brethren here assembled it will only be repeating something with which they are familiar. I have visited every district in the state once and a number, where I felt my services were needed, a second time holding schools of instruction for all interested brethren. The attendance at these meetings, with a very few exceptions, have been greater than they were a year ago. The interest and enthusiasm in the ritual continues to grow in spite of all the other activities that

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are to be found in every community. A number of small lodges have made such progress that they are now capable of doing their own work without any outside assistance. I also visited a number of lodges on their regular meetings and found that they are making an honest effort to conform to the ritual in every respect. One of the most outstanding meetings that I had the privilege to attend was the meeting of the Gate of the Temple Lodge, number 422, at Springfield July 29 when R. "V. Brother William J. Craig raised his son to the sublime degree of master mason. The past year I had the pleasure of attending a number of masonic meetings in Washington, D. C., during the week of the conference of Grand Masters. These meetings were not only educational but also furnished the opportunity for making the acquaintance of Masonic instructors from other Jurisdictions and to compare our ritual with others from all parts of the country. The 33rd Masonic district contains more than twice as many lodges as any other district in the state. For more than thirty years there have been two District Deputy Grand Masters but only one District Deputy Grand Lecturer appointed to handle the duties of their office in the district. From the reports of my deputies and my own observation over the past four years I am convinced that the district is too large for only one District Deputy Grand Lecturer. He must spend eight months of the year supervising the Lodge of Instruction and that leaves but little time for him to make visits to the individual lodges. These visits are important because there are always some lodges that, for various reasons, are lax in their attendance at the Lodge of Instruction, and unless the Lecturer has the opportunity to spend some time with them the ritual will suffer. I feel that every lodge should have some personal attention from the District Deputy Grand Lecturer as well as from the District Deputy Grand Master. I hope a solution can be worked out during the coming year that will be entirely satisfactory. Each year there are a number of District Deputy Grand Lecturers who, for different reasons, feel that they must give up the duties of the office. This year is no exception; I feel that it is my duty to mention four of them, R. W. Brothers Wayne A. Sharp of the 8th district, George M. McAninch of the 22nd district, J. Bennett Klingner of the 45th district and Fred O. Wade of the 54th district. These brethren were appointed by M. W. Brother Anthony F. Ittner and have given years of outstanding service to this Grand Lodge. They are among the most outstanding ritualists in the state, two of them being members of the Committee on Ritual. Although they have resigned their office, they have given me the assurance that they will give their successors their full support and will be ready to step back into the breach should the necessity arise. R. W. Brother Florian M. McKinney, District Deputy Grand Lecturer of the 4th district, Passed to his Reward November 21, 1954. He was appointed to the office by Most Worshipful Brother Anthony F. Ittner in 1948 and was widely known, having served as secretary of the Missouri Lodge of Research for a number of years. I wish to express my appreciation to the District Deputy Grand Lecturers for their fine work and hearty cooperation. It would be hard for the average member to realize the amount of time most of the lecturers spend away from their homes, working with the brethren of their districts and improving

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themselves in the ritual. Each year, due to a series of schools, the group as a whole becomes a little more proficient which in turn tends to raise the level of the proficiency of the brethren over the entire state. Their interest and enthusiasm is in no small way responsible for the activity in their districts. The past year has been a busy one masonically. The drive for funds for the Masonic Home building program took priority over everything and hundreds of the brethren took part in it yet none of our usual Masonic activities seemed to suffer. The attendance at our special functions has been good and while the attendance at our regular meetings is not as large as we would like, it is improving. From the reports I receive of degree work over the state we should have a healthy gain in membership. I have enjoyed working with all the brethren and especially want to thank the District Deputy Grand Masters for the loyal support they have given me and my corps of deputies. They have never been too busy to lend a helping hand. Our Grand Master, Most Worshipful Brother Orestes Mitchell, Jr., has had a busy year, but he has never been too busy to take time to discuss any problems I have had. I sincerely thank him for his advice and loyal support. Fraternally submitted, FREELON K. HADLEY, Grand Lecturer. CONTRIBUTION TO BUILDING FUND FROM CHILDREN REARED IN THE HOME

At 2:30 p.m., the Grand Master called a recess and Superintendent Robison introduced three former children of the Home, Mrs. Louicille Goetz Delaney, Mrs. Bernice Whitwell Winkler, and Mrs. Ruth Boyle Austin, who in behalf of the boys and girls reared in the Home presented a check for the building fund in the sum of $550.00. The brethren of the Grand Lodge manifested their appreciation by a standing ovation. CONTRIBUTION FROM FELLOWSHIP LODGE

W. Brother Mark Whitaker, in behalf of Fellowship Lodge No. 345 of Joplin, presented a check for the Masonic Home Building Fund in the sum of $5000.00, which was received with applause. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON RITUAL

R. W. Brother Freelon K. Hadley, Chairman, presented the report of the Committee on Ritual which was adopted and is as follows: To the Most WorshiPful Grand Lodge, A. F. and A. M. of Missouri: BRETUREN: Your Committee on Ritual begs leave to submit the following report: Your chairman called a meeting of the Committee November 22, 1954 at Jefferson City for a general discussion and for the purpose of having the members present at the meeting of the Distr:ict Deputy Grand Lecturers the following day; since the Committee is the custodian of the work it is important that they attend these meetings. Various matters of importance concerning the "Certificate Plan" and the ritualistic work were discussed. Two of which we are presenting to you for your approval. We recommend that they be adopted. The first has to do with the proper use of the "Closing Charge" and the second with three slight changes in the floor move-

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ments. We feel that it would not be proper to commit to writing the exact nature of our proposal. These will be explained orally to the Grand Lodge. The Committee is indeed grateful to our Grand Secretary ~f. W. Brother Harold L. Reader for his fine work in connection with the "Certificate Plan." It ic; through his efforts that the names of the brethren who have received certificates the past year are included as a part of this report. Fraternally submitted, FREELON K. HADLEY, Chairma7l, GEORGE M. McANINCH, BENNETI' KLlNGNF.R,

MARSHALL HOLI.F;\iBFCK,

BRACE

E. KITCHELL,

JOSEPH A. HALLEY. SUBDIVISION l--ORIGINALS

No. Name Lodge 2432 Beull E. Skouby Salem Lodge ;\;0. 225 2433 Charles Hardin Allen Composite Lodge ~o. 369 2434 Hollis R. Howerton Louisville Lodge No. 409 2435 David M. Bollinger Ferguson Lodge No. 542 2436 James Robert Floyd Cleveland Lodge No. 651 2437 Robert Earl Lattin Westport Lodge No. 340 2438 John R. Bridges Higginsville Lodge No. 364 2439 Harold Dee Manring Ivanhoe Lodge 1\'0. 446 2440 Howard Eugene Hunt Cass Lodge No. 147 2441 Alfred Leo Cain Cass Lodge No. 147 2442 William Clyde Walker East Gate Lodge No. 630 2443 Lewis Sherman Parker East Gate Lodge No. 630 2444 Walter Kenneth Long Cass Lodge No. 147 2445 Samuel Kleiman St. Louis Lodge No. 20 2446 Albert H. Tade Adair Lodge No. 366 2447 Arthur Hartry Bell, Jr Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446 2448 Norman Lester Walker Raytown Lodge No. 391 2449 Merle Bryce Graham Hiram Lodge No. 362 2450 Charles Irvin Dean Grand River Lodge No. 276 2451 James Charles Dillard ronic Lodge No. 154 2452 Eugene G. Weible Ionic Lodge No. 154 2453 Kenneth Glehn Clarence Lodge No. 662 2454 Robert Joseph Fry Clarence Lodge ~o. 662 2455 Joseph J. Juvenal. Country Club Lodge No. 656 2456 Roy Glenwood French Ionic Lodge No. 154 2457 William Charles Robinson Raytown Lodge No. 391 2458 Ralph D. Hall Composite Lodge :\0. 369 Hallsville Lodge No. 336 2459 Norman E. Pierce 2460 Everal Hancock Brentwood Lodge No. 616 2461 Otis Reed Campbell " Ionic Lodge No. 154 2462 Vernon Ellsworth Parkhurst. ~lodern Lodge No. 144 2463 Karl Franz Militzer Hallsville Lodge No. 336 2464 L. Tyler Waller Temple Lodge No. 299 2465 Leo P. Mendenhall York Lodge No. 563 2466 Ben E. Eisman .....................• South Gate Lodge No. 54i 2467 Paul Pagano Temple Lodge No. 299 2468 Willard E. Rieffer Tyro Lodge No. 12 2469 Paul Jasper Henson ................• Puxico Lodge No. 596 2470 Lowell M. Ridgway Centralia Lodge No. 59 2471 Joseph A. Faschini. Swope Park Lodge No. 617 2472 Robert Kenneth Hodgins Raytown Lodge No. g91 2473 Robert D. Peterson Swope Park Lodge No. 617

86 2474 2475 2476 2477 2478 2479 2480 2481 2482 2483 2484 2485 2486 2487 2488 2489 2490 2491 2492 2493 2494 2495 2496 2497 2498 2499 2500 2501 2502 2503 2504 2505 2506 2507 2508 2509 2510 2511 2512 2513 . 2514 2515 2516 2517 2518 2519 2520 2521 2522 2523 2524 2525 2526 2527 2528 2529 2530 2531 2532 2533

PROCEEDINGS OF THE Frank Ames Arnold Harold Kenneth Campbell Alva Simeon Collins Robert John Novak Edwin Bennett, Jr. J. Herbert Cooper Albert Joseph Holst, Sr. Lloyd John Vasquez John Howard Evans James Virtle Hegwood John W. Rhodes James D. Wilcox Kenneth C. Moore Evert Leroy Love James K. Riley John Carl Waldron Harold Preston Ingram William Verion Barksdale Theodore DeForest McCarty Lewis Elwyn Robb George Harvey Bowen J. T. Baker William Dale Chapman Gilbert Jeffries King Bert Walter Boyer Richard A. Remelius Armstrong Chinn Leonard Kavanaugh Horne Chester Raymond Carpenter Robert Leo Powell John H. Bryan Chester Arthur Parker Chester Albert Watson Chester Howard Eunganl. Calvin Thomas Outlaw Thomas Gregory Herndon Norton John Eversoll Carl Grandville Hudson James Roswell Gray Almus Lafayette Todd, Jr Robert E. Perkins Willoughby Wayne Smith Harold F. Key William A. Dean Stanton Tha)'er Brown George Samuel Rogers Charles Stevenson White, )r. William Henry Dintleman Reed Dalton Witt Leslie P. Schott. Frederick Robert Zimmerman Ernest Leslie Dunkin Darrel Wilodene Holland Ancel Eugene Parman Hayes Vandiver Richard Ray Field Nathan William Glazer. Wayne Calvin Patterson George Robert Clift. John Orville Gossage

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Cooper Lodge No. 36 Hazelwood Lodge No. 459 Swope Park Lodge No. 617 York Lodge No. 563 .Jennings Lodge No. 640 Shawnee Lodge No. 653 Pumegranate Lodge No. 95 \merica Lodge No. 347 \Iagnolia Lodge No. 626 Webb City Lodge No. 512 Unionville Lodge No. 210 Somerset Lodge No. 206 Ionic Lodge No. 154 Pomegranate Lodge No. 95 Pomegranate Lodge No. 95 Grand River Lodge No. 276 Xenia Lodge No. 50 Carthage Lodge No. 197 \fountain Grove Lodge No. 158 Swope Park Lodge No. 617 York Lodge ~ o. 563 Carthage Lodge No. 197 Twilight Lodge No. 114 Country Club Lodge No. 656 Saxton Lodge No. 508 St. Joseph Lodge 1':0. 78 Tuscan Lodge No. 360 Wayne Lodge No. 526 Wayne Lodge No. 526 Pattonsburg Lodge No. 65 Hamilton Lodge No. 224 Rising Su n Lodge No. 13 Sikeston Lodge No. 310 Brotherhood Lodge No. 269 Gate City Lodge No. 522 Fayette Lodge No. 47 Tuscan Lodge No. 360 Laclede Lodge No. 83 Laddonia Lodge No. 115 Cass Lodge No. 147 Cass Lodge No. 147 East Gate Lodge No. 630 Alton Lodge No. 255 Gate of the Temple Lodge :"Jo. 422 Buckner Lodge No. 501 Buckner Lodge No. 501 Clarence Lodge No. 662 Valley Park Lodge No. 629 Valley Park Lodge No. 629 Joachim Lodge No. 164 Cass Lodge No. 147 Cass Lodge No. 147 Xenia Lodge No. 50 Angerona Lodge No. 193 Higginsville Lodge No. 364 Compass Lodge No. 120 Benj. Franklin Lodge No. 642 Pleasant Hope Lodge No. 467 Hazelwood Lodge No. 459 Swope Park Lodge No. 617

1955 2534 2.535 2536 2537 2538 2539 2540 2541 2542 2543 2544 2545 2546 2547 2548 2549 2550 2551 2552 2553 2554 2555 2556 2557 2558 2559 2560 2561 2562 2563 2564 2565 2566 2567 2568 2569 2570 2.571 2572 2573 2574 2575 2576 2577 2578 2!i79 2580 2581 2582 2583 2584 2585 2586 2587 2588 2589 2590 2591 2592 2593

GRA:"D LODGE OF MISSOURI William Reiter. Rugene Heckel William James Briggs Charles Picton Berry, Jr James Murphy Humphrey Wilford Loyal Stagner Homer Lee Stovall ~fark E. Malchow Walter Ercil White Jack Richard Strosnider Herbert Emory Riehn Ralph H. Hill. Rohert Vernon Fittgerald Elmer Thomas Rolls Everett Lee Hamilton Loral Curt Link William Paul Kirtley Russel Ott. Montie Moore Robert E. Burford Troy C. Moore Russell Raymond Thompson Charlie A. Hafner. Thomas J. Davis, Jr Leslie Eugene Stewart. Louis Francis Hensley Norris Wendall Hensley Richard Henry Noel Paul E. Powell Floyd Roscoe Smith Richard L. Kieffer. Nelson Lee Clark Randall Eugene 'forehead Lester Allen Jackson, Jr. Hubert Clark Ballinger. Rodney Arthur Schaefer Paul Kenneth Thomas Billy Eugene Cazzcll Roy S. Mathis Erwin Michael Lexa Clarence O. Shepherd George D. Lanning Elvis Eugene Johnson Meyer Ruban Floyd R. B1ackwell. Billy Wayne Griffin Amiel Ennis Spillman William D. Perkins Willard Robert McGowan Charles Albert Mitchell. Jr Joseph Philip :\filler James Vince! Washburn Robert E. King Morgan I. Doyne Guy Womelduff O'Hara Charles E. Foreman James E. Rinehart. Homer Slater Barnett Logan E. Wing, Jr William Thomas Haase

Algabil Lodge No. 544 Tuscan Lodge No. 360 Cass Lodge No. 147 Friend Lodge No. 352 Xenia Lodge No. 50 Clifton Heights Lodge No. 520 Cache Lodge No. 416 Algabil Lodge No. 544 Moberly Lodge No. 344 Pomegranate Lodge No. 95 Mystic Tie Lodge No. 221 Hiram Lodge No. 362 Buckner Lodge No. 501 Buckner Lodge No. 501 Buckner Lodge No. 501 Hermon Lodge No. 187 St. Marks Lodge 1'\0. 93 Union Star Lodge No. 124 Union Star Lodge No. 124 Sedalia Lodge No. 236 Cache Lodge No. 416 Gardenville Lodge No. 655 Barnes Lodge No. 116 Wayne Lodge No. 526 Gallatin Lodge 1'\0. 106 Bosworth Lodge No. 597 Bosworth Lodge No. 597 Wakanda Lodge No. 52 :\faplewood Lodge No. 566 ~Ionroe Lodge No. 64 \Iaplewood Lodge No. 566 \Iaplewood Lodge No. 566 Cass Lodge No. 147 Rural Lodge No. 316 \1ystic Tie Lodge No. 221 Rolla Lodge No. 213 Ada Lodge No. 444 \da Lodge No. 444 Sturgeon Lodge No. 174 Cache Lodge No. 416 King Hill Lodge No. 376 King Hill Lodge No. 376 1 rnited Lodge No.5 Cosmos Lodge No. 282 Shaven Lodge No. 646 \rmstrong Lodge No. 70 King Hill Lodge No. 376 King Hill Lodge No. 376 Cass Lodge No. 147 Westport Lodge No. 340 Samaritan Lodge No. 424 Ancient Craft Lodge No. 377 Ancient Craft Lodge No. 377 St. Louis Lodge No. 20 Country Club Lodge No. 656 Walker Lodge No. 605 Osage Lodge No. 303 Kirkwood Lodge No. 484 St. Joseph Lodge No. 78 \ft. Vernon Lodge No. 99

88 2594 2595 2596 2597 2598 2599 2600 2601 2602 2603 2604 2605 2606 2607 2608 2609. 2610 2611 2612 2613

PROCEEDINGS OF THE Marion Hamilton Alderson William Everett Harris, Jr Orrin Edward Masoner William Richard Theobald Robert Roy Rinehart. Frank Edward Scheurich Lester LeRoy Mathews Lee B. Turner. Charles Delbert Wilson William Harold Pike William Fred Buffington Claud Lee Foster Francis Gage Proctor Ben Swirk James Wesley Austin Leo B. Kennedy John Leslie Dickinson Stanley Haskell Townsend Ralph E. Lepp Earl Herrick Thurlow

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\it. Vernon Lodge No. 99 I\1t. Vernon Lodge No. 99

Swope Park Lodge No. 617 Northeast Lodge No. 643 Northeast Lodge No. 643 Westport Lodge No. 340 King Hill Lodge No. 376 Hannihal Lodge No. 188 Bridgeton Lodge No. 80 Gate City Lodge No. 522 Gate City Lodge i'o. 522 Four Mile Lodge No. 212 Monroe Lodge No. 64 Heroine Lodge No. 104 Northeast Lodge No. 643 Edina Lodge No. 291 Clay Lodge No. 207 Raytown Lodge No. 391 Laclede Lodge No. 83 :\"orthwest Lodge No. 35H

Sl'BDIVISION I-SERJES A-RENEWALS

No.

Name

A 752 Sidney Shear A 753 A 754

A 755 A 756 A 757 A 758 A 759 A 760 A 761 A 762 A 763 A 764 A 765 A 766 A 767 A 768 A 769 A 770 A 771 A 772 A 773 A 774 A 775 A 776 A 777 A 778 A 779 A 780 A 781 A 782 A 783 A 784 A 785 A 786 A 787

Lodge St. Louis Lodge :\0. 20

Herhert Howard English Rose Hill Lodge No. 550 Laurids M. Lauridsen America Lodge No. 347 Aron O. Smith Joplin Lodge :'\0. 335 Albert R. Eschmann ..............• Kirksville Lodge No. 105 Opie Doel Hatfield Rising Sun Lodge No. 13 Orville Maxwell VanCleave Rising Sun Lodge No. 13 George W. Graham \It. Moriah Lodge No. 40 Luther Pratt. Farmington Lodge No. 132 James Harold Burton Valley Park Lodge No. 629 Robert Roslyn Moore Raytown Lodge No. 391 Freeman Newton Roloson King Hill Lodge No. 376 Ernest A. !\Iurr. Perseverance Lodge No. 92 Herbert Westbrook Advance Lodge No. 590 Emmett Tharp Brentwood Lodge No. 616 George Miles McClelland Temple Lodge No. 299 Alfred Frederick Hansen Brentwood Lodge No. 616 Fred Key True Advance Lodge No. 590 Lakeville Lodge No. 489 G. H. Northcutt. Louis Isaiah Keith Lakeville Lodge No. 489 Roger Pitman Hensley Country Cluh Lodge No. 6.~6 William O. Duncan Jennings Lodge No. 640 James Daniel Shepard Union Lodge No. 593 Philip Henry Frueh Union Lodge No. 593 Russell Vandelicht. Hope Lodge No. 251 Chester Clark Danz Union Lodge No. 593 Charles Elston Jennings Lodge No. 640 Joseph William Nickle \It. Grove Lodge No. 158 James Monroe Hall Shawnee Lodge No. 653 Harry Robert Sherer Gate of The Temple Lodge No. 422 Eugene C. Johnson Carthage Lodge No. 197 James Victor Hightower Carthage Lodge No. 197 George Mick Harris Alpha Lodge No. 659 Thomas Anderson Bray Maplewood Lodge No. 566 Lester Earl Maness Harmony Lodge No. 499 Louis DO~'le Treece United Lodge No.5

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A 788 A 789 A 790 A 791 A 792 A 793 A 794 A 795 A 796 A 797 A 798 A 799 A ROO A 801 A 802 A 803 A 804 :\ 805 A 806 A 807 A 80R A R09 .\ 810 .\ 811 A 812 :\ 813 A 814 A 815 A 816 A 817 .-\ 818 A 819 A 820 A 821 A 822 A 823 A 824 A 825 A 826 A 827

Lytle Henry Rakerd Maplewood Lodge No. 566 William John Zingre Brentwood Lodge No. 616 Charles Victor Ratliff (jnionville Lodge No. 210 Paul R. Meyer Bridgeton Lodge No. 80 Clarence Raymond Green Rolla Lodge No. 213 Hugh William Harrison Rolla Lodge No. 213 Ivan Everette ~elson Rolla Lodge No. 213 Robert Lynn Lamar Barnes Lodge No. 116 John Kashner Brown :":ortheast Lodge No. 643 Donald C. Brown .................• St. Joseph Lodge No. 78 Charles C. Cutler. Brother-hood Lodge 1\0. 269 William A. Looney Bethel Lodge No. 537 Farris Hahs Freedom Lodge No. 636 Virgil Culler. Bethel Lodge No. 537 Tom J. Collier Brotherhood Lodge 1'0. 269 Arthur L. Collins Howard Lodge 1':0. 4 RoBie McCleod Ballew Livingston Lodge ~o. 51 Bernard Wilbert Gerber Country Club Lodge :'\0. 656 John Daniel Naylor Rising Sun Lodge No. 13 Corba Silas Woods DeSoto Lodge No. 119 Emmett R. Collins Mt. Zion Lodge No. 327 Virgil Franklin yadon Mt. Zion Lodge No. 327 Frederick Powell Rodeckcr Savannah Lodge No. 71 Harold D. Lowry York Lodge No. 563 David E. Ruark Washin~ton Lodge 1\0. Ri Sam Bruce Brown III Bolivar Lodge No. 195 Harry S. Kline Trenton Lodge No. III John F. Evered United Lodge No.5 Harold E. DeVita Wellston Lodge No. 613 Carl E. Hays Friend Lodge No. 352 James Travis Childre-;s St. Marks Lodge No. 93 Floyd Lee Statler St. Marks Lodge 1':0. 93 Olen Paul Erwin Carthage Lodge No. 197 Chalmer R. Ethington Somerset Lodge No. 206 Clark Monroe Blackmail Somerset Lodge No. 206 Carl Homer Pyle Pickering Lodge No. 472 St. Marks Lodge No. 93 Allen Robert Masterson Warren L. Gallinger Union Star Lodge No. 124 Clyde H. Blosser Trilumina Lodge No. 205 John McGarvey Martin Keystone Lodge No. 243 Robert C. Mcintosh Lorraine Lodge No. 128 Union Star Lodge No. 124 Lewis C. Turner Jack Woorlrow Comer Rural Lodge No. 316 Wesley Turner Hoy Compass Lodge No. 120 Norman Ellis Good Valley Park Lodge No. 629 Farron Atkins Laclede Lodge No. 83 John R. Walker \Valker Lodge No. 605 James Winford Marquis Walker Lodge No. 605 Hubert E. Hall Union Star Lodge No. 124 Claude S. Mandell Barry Lodge No. 367 Albert J. Cannon Cache Lodge No. 416 Raymond L. Norris King Hill Lodge No. 376 John William Lanner Twilight Lodge No. 114 Melvin Boone Goe Hebron Lodge No. 544 Charles W. Hall King Hill Lodge No. 376 Frank Keller Roy, Jr Gate City Lodge No. 522 Raymond Edward Lee Acacia Lodge No. 602 Charles Wendell Carnahan Anchor Lodge No. 443 William S. Jurgens Sullivan Lodge No. 69 James John Kennerly Brentwood Lodge ~o. 616

A 82R

A 829 A 830

A 831 A 832 A R33 A 834 A 835

A 836 A 837 A 838 A 839

A 840

A 841

A 842 A 843 A 844

A 845 A 846 A 847

90 A 848 A 849 A 850 A 851 A 852 A 853 A 854 A 855

PROCEEDINGS OF THE Virgil B. Caulk Delbert Ivan Scott. Alba Melvin Gillespie Roger Seaton Kenneth Robert Kinsey Robert Glen White Frank Roy Bly John T. Bennett

Hannibal Lodge No. 188 Ferguson Lodge No. 542 Alpha Lodge No. 659 Grandview Lodge No. 618 Grandview Lodge No. 618 :\Ionroe Lodge No. 64 Raytown Lodge No. 391 Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446

SUBDIVISION 1_'iERIES B-sEcoND RENEWALS

Name

Lodge

Paul Aquilla Thomas William R. Denslow Homer Burce Brown Joe Loyd Moore Raymond Luther Craig Arthur Clifton Mothershead Harvey G. Sevits Harold M. Jayne Euless Jasper Cook Russell J. Rowe Roy Lockwood Johnston Robert H. Arnold Joy L. Ortloff. Ernest Leonard Klingler William NaIl Jesse Mickie Clayton Felix R. Meador Claude Franklin Brown Herbert LeRoy Grassle Albert George Chambers Ernest E. Pischker Glen E. Shuster Claud T. Foster Henry Lee Sharp Lloyd Cecil Kennon Lacey Stapp Jacob Joseph Isaac Wingate Boulware Charles D. Embree, Sr Henry Andrew Tanner Jabe Clark Green Edward Raymond Cox Jasper Hubert Anderson Narvel W. Frazier, Sr. 'Weaver F. Conlin Doyle C. Kime Reuben Y Hume Henry Edwards Louis Irwin Brayfield Lawrence Ray Alhright. George L. Shipley Edgar V. Barnhart Charles Edgar Barnhart William Carroll Shay B 277 George Edward Wilson B 278 Nathaniel P. Duffy B 279 Edmund Leland Glascock B 280 Charles Stuart Smarr

Montgomery Lodge No. 246 Trenton Lodge No. III Liherty Lodge No. 31 Liberty Lodge No. 31 Liberty Lodge No. 31 Compass Lodge No. 120 Kirksville Lodge N"o. 105 :\femphis Lodge :'-lo. 16 'It. Zion Lodge ~o. 327 Perseverance Lodge No. 92 Belton Lodge 1':0. 450 Country Club Lodge No. 656 Carthage Lodge No. 197 AI pha Lodge No. 659 United Lodge No.5 Ferguson Lodge No. 542 Bridgeton Lodge No. 80 Rolla Lodge No. 213 Barnes Lodge No. 116 Brotherhood Lodge No. 269 Brotherhood Lodge No. 269 Saxton Lodge No. 508 Four Mile Lodge No. 212 Platte City Lodge No. 504 Granite Lodge No. 272 Washington Lodge No. 87 Paul Revere Lodge No. 330 St. Joseph Lodge No. 78 \foberly Lodge No. 344 Composite Lodge No. 369 Composite Lodge No. 369 \fonroe Lodge No. 64 'It. Moriah Lodge No. 40 Kirkwood Lodge No. 484 \lissouri Lodge No. I Jamesport Lodge No. 564 \rmstrong Lodge No. 70 Bogard Lodge No. 101 fenton Lodge No. 281 King Hill Lodge No. 376 King Hill Lodge No. 376 Acacia Lodge No. 602 Acacia Lodge No. 602 Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446 :\'ortheast Lodge No. 643 Triangle Lodge No. 638 Acacia Lodge No. 602 Wayne Lodge No. 526

No. B 233 B 234 B 235 B 236 B 237 B 238 B 239 B 240 B 241 B 242 B 243 B 244 B 245 B 246 B 247 B 248 B 249 B 250 B 251 B 252 B 253 B 254 B 255 B 256 B 257 B 258 B 259 B 260 B 261 B 262 B 263 B 264 B 265 B 266 B 267 B 268 B 269 B 270 B 271 B 272 B 273 B274 B 275 B 276

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SUBDIVISION I--SERIES C-RENEWALS

No. C 44 C 45 C 46 C 47 C 48 C 49 C 50 C 51 C 52 C 53 C 54 C 55 C 56 C 57 C 58 C 59 C 60 C 61 C 62 C 63 C 64 C 65 C 66 C 67 C 68 C 69 C 70

Name Lodge Niels Anton Nissen ................• Westport Lodge No. 340 Emerson Owen Boggess Liberty Lodge No. 31 Arthur Melvin Headrick Maplewood Lodge No. 566 Roger V. Atkinson Brotherhood Lodge No. 269 Chas. Wm. Roy ....................• Adair Lodge No. 366 Frank E. Morgan York Lodge No. 563 L. B. Parrish Bolivar Lodge No. 195 Ernest W. Harris Ferguson Lodge No. 542 John Henry Hicks Laclede Lodge No. 83 Rex S. Cooley lJniom;ille Lodge 1\0. 210 Osa F. Godfrey Gate of The Temple Lodge No. 422 William Travis Ruff St. Marks Lodge No. 93 John Black Vrooman Equality Lodge No. 497 Robert Cecil Hoefer, Sr Composite Lodge No. 369 Aubrey Clark Jones Composite Lodge No. 369 Walter Glenn McCain St. Marks Lodge No. 93 Thomas Franklin Wright Tyro Lodge No. 12 J. Earl Landes Shekinah Lodge No. 256 James Alfred Kennedy Lodge of Light No. 257 Orville Abernathy Pythagoras Lodge No. 383 James R. Mooney Jame'port Lodge No. 564 Willard Marvin Van Horn Versailles Lodge No. 320 Harry Egbert Sympson Northeast Lodge No. 643 John Edward Adams Ferguson Lodge No. 542 Robert C. Cavender Westport Lodge No. 340 Hiram Stephens Four Mile Lodge No. 212 Robert R. Wright. Livingston Lodge No. 51 SUBDIVISION 2-CARDS PART 1

No. 151 152 153 154 155 156 157 158 159 160 161 162 163 164 165 166 167 168 169 170 171 172 173 174 175

Name Niels Anton Nissen James C. Dillamon George M. McAninch James J. Dumit. Joe Bennett Klingner Paul A. Thomas Ernest T. Scofield J. John Shipman Arthur U. Goodman, Jr Sol Astrachan }'red Oren Wade James Robert Floyd Kai Holst Arthur Melvin Headrick Otha M. Reynolds John Irwin Williams Wayne A. Sharp Warren Wilson Dray Harold A. Woodruff Beeler Lafayette Keen Norman L. Walker. Ronald Earle Jacobs William Wesley Knibb Joseph L. McFadin Arno C. Cooper

Lodge Westport Lodge No. 340 St. Joseph Lodge No. 78 Gate City Lodge No. 522 Country Club Lodge No. 656 Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422 Montgomery Lodge No. 246 Adair Lodge No. 366 Kennett Lodge No. 68 Kennett Lodge No. 68 Kennett Lodge No. 68 Friend Lodge No. 352 Cleveland Lodge No. 651 !\fount Moriah Lodge No. 40 Maplewood Lodge No. 566 Wellston Lodge No. 613 Rising Sun Lodge No. 13 Craig Lodge No. 606 Jackson Lodge No. 82 Rose Hill Lodge No. 550 Wellston Lodge No. 613 Raytown Lodge No. 391 Harmony Lodge No. 499 Gardenville Lodge No. 655 United Lodge No.5 West Gate Lodge No. 445

92 176 177 178 179 180 181 182 183 184 185 186 187 188 189 190 191 192 193 194 195 196 197 198 199 200 201 202

1955

PROCEEDINGS OF THE Glenn Vincent Myrick Thurman R. Nelson William Nall William Wesley Forrester. Wayne Calvin Patterson Charles W. Roberts, Sr. Robert Clarence ~lorgan Isaac Wingate Boulware Harold Frederick Krummel James l\Jerrell Noble Marvin McDonald Davis Harold M. Krieg Virgil Culler Rex S. Cooley Lloyd C. Kennon Cecil Warren Kirby Russell Raymond Thompson Chesley E. McAfee Sylvan Alton Barton Elmer J. Chrisman Nathaniel P. Duffy Archie Louis Fox Walter Edwin Hoag John Wesley Kinman Howard Cline Fay E. Haywood Arthur Clifton Mothershead

Jennings Lodge :\0.640 Caruthersville Lodge No. 461 United Lodge I\o. 5 East Gate Lodge I\o. 630 Pleasant Hope Lodge ~o. 467 East Gate Lodge I\o. 630 \[aplewood Lodge r\o. 566 S1. Joseph Lodge No. 78 \Ionroe Lodge No. 64 East Gate Lodge No. 630 Charity Lodge N'o. 331 St. Andrews Lodge I\o. 96 Bethel Lodge No. 537 Unionville Lodge No. 210 Granite Lodge i\'o. 272 N'ortheast Lodge ;'\0. 643 " .. Gardenville Lodge 1\0. 655 Bosworth Lodge No. 597 Wellston Lodge No. 613 Livingston Lodge N'o. 51 Triangle Lodge No. 638 Rural Lodge I\o. 316 \larlborough Lodge N'o. 569 \faplewood Lodge No. 566 Chaflee Lodge No. 615 Easter Lodge No. 575 Compass Lodge :'\0. 120

SUBDIVISION 2-CARDS PART 2

No. 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

Name John Bennett Klingner Bealor Ross Tharp Ernest T. Scofield Paul A. Thomas Carl Frederick Barthley Fred Oren Wade Raymond Roy Rider. Kai Holst. Arthur Melvin Headrick Warren W. Dray Wayne A. Sharp Donald Lewis Miller Arno C. Cooper Glenn Vincent Myrick Harold Frederick Krummel William Wesley Forrester William Nail. John Irvin Williams Philip D. Trainer. James Robert Floyd Charles W. Roberts Isaac Wingate Boulware........ William Anthony Mudd Fred H. Roam Marvin McDonald Davis Turner A. Barnhart James R. Riley Virgil Culle;

Lodge Gate of the Temple Lodge :--':0. 4~2 Alton Lodge No. 255 Adair Lodge No. 366 \fontgomery Lodge 1':0. 246 Country Club Lodge No. 656 Friend Lodge No. 352 Harmony Lodge No. 499 ~lt. Moriah Lodge No. 40 \Iaplewood Lodge No. 566 Jackson Lodge No. 82 Craig Lodge N'o. 606 Hebron Lodge No. 354 West Gate Lodge :'-10.44;') Jennings Lodge No. 640 \fonroe Lodge No. 64 East Gate Lodge No. 6~0 United Lodge 1':0. 5 Rising Sun Lodge No. 1:1 Clinton Lodge No. 548 Belton Lodge No. 450 East Gate Lodge No. 630 . .. 51. Joseph Lodge i'\o. 78 Rising Sun Lodge No. I:l Mt. Vernon Lodge No. 99 Charity Lodge No. 331 Acacia Lodge No. 602 Pomegranate Lodge 1'\0. 95 Rethel Lodge i'o. 537

1955 159 160 161 162 163 164 165 166 167 168 169 170 171 172 173

GRA:--.:n LODGE OF ~HSSOURI

Harold M. Krieg Lloyd C. Kennon Cecil Warren Kirby William Edgar Lewis Sol Astrachan John Edward Harriman Chesley E. McAfee Sylvan Alton Barton Elmer J. Chrisman i\athaniel P. Duffy Logan E. Wing, Jr. Walter Edwin Hoag Archie Louis Fox John Wesley Kinman Herbert Howard English

St. Andrews Lodge :--':0. 96 Granite Lodge :\'0. 272 :'\ortheast Lodge :'\0. 643 :'\ortheast Lodge ='Jo. 643 Kennett Lod?;e :'\0. 68 Fer?;uson Lodge :'\0. 542 Bosworth Lodge No. 597 Wellston Lodge No. 613 Livingston Lodge i\o. 51 Triangle Lodge No. 638 St. Joseph Lodge No. 78 \Iarlborough Lodge No. 569 Rural Lodge i\o. 316 \Iaplcwood Lodge No. 566 Rose Hill Lodge No. 550

SUBDIVISIO~ 2-CARDS PART 3

No. 140 141 142 143 144 145 146 147 148 149 150 151 152 153 154 155 156 157 158 159 160 161 162 163 164 165 166 167 168 169 170 171 172 173 174 175 176 177 178

Name

Lodge

Eugene V. Gore Gate City Lodge :\'0. 522 Paul A. Thomas \fontgomcry Lodge No. 246 Leonard Virgil Bowers United Lodge No.5 Charles Price Woods :'\ortheast Lodge 1\:0. 643 Henry Vinton Banta.......... . :'\ortheast Lodge :\'0. 643 Brace Elder Kitchell \Iaplewood Lodge :'\0. 566 Ernest T. Scofield............... . .. Adair Lodge ="io. 366 Arthur :\felvin Headrick \faple\\'ood Lodge No. 566 Fred Oren Wade Friend Lodge No. 352 \It. \Ioriah Lodge No. 40 Kai Holst Warren Wilson Dray .Jackson Lodge No. 82 Wayne A. Sharp Craig Lodge :\'0. 606 Charles Homer Compton Friend Lodge :\'0. 352 Earnest Lee Baumgardner \Iodern Lodge :\'0. 144 Fred A. Heidecker \lagnolia Lodge ='Jo. 626 Arno C. Cooper. West Gate No. 445 Glenn Vincent Myrick Jennings Lodge No. 640 Harold Frederick Krummel \fonroe Lodge No. 64 William Wesley Forrester East Gate Lodge :'\0. 630 Ralph O. Fritts Amsterdam Lodge ='Jo. 141 William NaiL United Lodge No.5 Isaac Wingate Boulware SI. Josph Lodge ='Jo. 78 \Villiam Edward Overstreet Independence Lodge No. 76 Virgil Culles Bethel Lodge :\'0. 537 Harold:\1. Krieg St. Andrews Lodge No. 96 Marvin McDonald Davis Charity Lodge :\'0. 331 Lloyd C. Kennon Granite Lodge :\'0. 272 Cecil Warren Kirby :'\ortheast Lodge No. 643 Richard G. Remelills St. Joseph Lodge No. 78 Sylvan Alton Barton Wellston Lodge :'\0. 613 Chesley E. \1 cAfee Bosworth Lodge No. 597 James K. Riley Pomegranate Lodge No. 95 Charles Horton Stickler Trenton Lodge No. III Philip D. Trainer Clinton Lodge No. 548 Nathaniel P. Duffy Triangle Lodge 1\'0. 638 Turner A. Barnhart Acacia Lodge No. 602 Clark Monroe Blackman Somerset Lodge :'\0. 206 Archie Louis Fox Rural Lodge No. 316 Walter Edwin Hoag \1arlhorollgh Lodge ;..;ro. .r'i69

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REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEE RE GRAND LODGE FORMS

R. W. Brother R. Jasper Smith prcscllted the report of the Special Committee Re Grand Lodge Forms which was filed and is as follows: To the Most WorshiPful Grand Lodge, A. F. and A. IH. of Missouri: The undersigned, who was appointed to serve as a Special Committee to examine the forms in use by the Lodges and the Grand Lodge, to examine the By-Laws relative to those forms, and to consider matters necessary to effectuate a proposal by which the Grand Secretary prmides ofJicial forms for purchase and use by each of the Lodges, begs leave to report as follows: At various times during the years chan~es have heen made in the suggested forms appearing in the volume in which is contained the Constitution and By-Laws. ;\fany of the forms were incorporated in By-Lms prior to the revision of 1947, but at that time the forms were deleted from the By-Laws proper, they were assigned specific numbers, and references were made to them by number in the By-Laws. At the time of the revision in 194i, it \\'as reported informally hy the Committee on Revision of the By-Laws that this procedure was followed so that the forms might be changed from time to tillle without the necessity of formal amendments to the By-Laws. In at least two instances, notably the form of Petition for the Degrees and the form of Petition for Affiliation, it is questionable that this result has been accomplished; since in the instam'c of the Petition for the Degrees. the By-Law states that it "shall he according to Form II," and in the case of the Petition for Affiliation, the By-Law states that it "shall be ac('()rdin~ to Form III." In other instances reference is made by direction only, Section lG8, for example, relating to Certificates of Good Standing, simply stating, "Sec Forms" and VI." Apparently the principal objection to the forms as a \dlOle centers around the Petition for the Degrees, and in particular the provision of Section 219a of the By-Laws relative to the "anti-communist" statement. This question is confusing to most petitioners, and from a pranical standpoint in the judgment of your Committee serves no useful purpose. Careful investigation of these problems must continue to be an essential requirement of the Lodges. :\ \\Titten declaration on this subject is worth no more than the man who makes the declaration, and the COIllmittee on Investigalion, if it does its duty properly, call and will develop the facts far better than any declaration similar to this one. Furthermore, altllOugh there seems to have heen no effort to comply with it in most Lodges, the identical "anti-communist" f)\Iestion is required in the Petition for Affiliation. Your Committee feels that the proposal submitted in 1954, appearing at page 129 of the Proceedings, advocating repeal of Sect ion 219a, is praiseworthy; and the Committee expresses the hope that it will ha\e fa\'orahle consideration hy the Jurisprudence Committee. At the present time sixteen printed forms appear in the 194i By-Law volume. They are as follows: I. P,'oxy to Grand I.odge. This form is not required by any By-La\\', but results from a standing resolution adopted in 1894, requiring the Grand Lodge to provide each Lodge with forms of proxy. Section 7 of the By-Laws authorizes votes by proxy if the holder of the proxy has reported to and has I>een enrolled as such hy the Committee on Credentials. Section 2 of the Constitution makes provision for eligible ranks. ~o change is recommcndcd in this form I>y the Committee. ll. Petition for Degrees. Section 110 of the By-La\\'s requires that the petition be according to Form II, and Section 219a requires the "anti-communist" statement mentioned ahove. Although much of the material contained in Form II is informational only, and should he ohtained hy all alert Commillce on Investigation. your

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Committee feels that hy the deletion of the requirement of Section 219a, most of the objectionable features of this form will he eliminated, and that hy a reasonable change of language the form can be more workable and at the same time retain suhstantially all the required information. The Committee feels, however, that before the simplification of language can he effective another change in the ByLaws is required; and the suggested addition to the By-Laws will be set out later in this report. On the assumpl ion that the new proposal will he adopted along with the repeal of Section 219a, there is attached to this report a suggested revision of the Petition for Degrees. Ill. Petition 1m- Affiliati01/. Section l3i requires that the petition he according to Form III. Section 219a relati\"e to the "anti-communist" statement applies to petitions for affiliation. Aside from the fact that it does not contain the mandatory requirement of Section 2l9a, the form seems to he perfectly satisfactory and no change is suggested. except to direct attention to the fact that the present By-Laws do not require that the petition he supported hy recommendations hy members of the Lodge except as the entire form is incorporated in the By-Laws hy reference. IV. Notice Lf Eh'ctio7l or Rejertio7l. This form is in accordance with the requirements of Section 171 and except for some clarification of the title, which should lIlake it dear that it is a form applicable only to requests for affiliation, it appears to your Committee to be entirely appropriate. V. AptJlirati(!1l for Certificate of Good Standing for the PU1!JOse of Joining anolll('/' Lodge. This form is authorized by Sections 168 and 142. It is not a mandatory

form and appears to your Committee to be entirely appropriate for its purpose. VI. Cati{tcate of Good Stmuiillg for Pllrj}()SC of Transferring Membership. This form is authorized by Sections 168 and 142, Attention is directed to the last paragraph of the form, which reads, "ff the foregoing Certificate of Good Standing is not used "'ithin ninet\' (90) days from the date thereof, it shall hecome null and void and of no c1fect." Section 16R contains IlO such limitation, hut it docs contain the language "See Forms V and VI." Section 16i of the revision of 1925 contains the language, "nor shall such certificate be valid if not presented within ninety days after its date of issuance." Section 170 of the revision of 1925 set out the form itself, and in the form shown ill Sc<tion 170 the word "used" appears rather than the word "presented" as it appeared in old Section Wi. Some difficulty has resulted in some Lodges concerning the interpretation of the words "used" and "presented"; bllt a mOle serious question is posed hy the apparent complete elimination of the time limit from the By-L;ms. It has been suggested that if we entircly eliminate the time limit \\'C are placing thc brother to whom such a certificate has been issued beyond tlte penal jurisdiction of his own Lodge, unless he happens to li\c in its IClTilOrial jurisdi(,tion. YOllr Committee fecIs that this criticism is valid and that Certificates of Good Stauding for the Purpose of Transferring :\fembersillp should in fact contain a limitation on their time of presentation to another lodge. If the Graud Lodge concludes that no time limit should he effected, this scutence should be deleted from the form. On the other hand if the Grand Lodge fecls, as docs your Committee, that a time limit should be imposed within which the Certificate may be presented to another Lodge, the word "presented" should be substituted for the word "used" in Form VI, and the By-Laws should be amended to give affirmative authonty for that action. Later in this report there is proposed a form of amcndment to the By-Laws to accomplish this purpose. VIl. Certi{tcate of Dimission. This form might more accurately be entitled "Certificate of Good Standing for Entered Apprentice or Fellow Craft," since it is authoried by Section 176, which relates solely to certificates for Entered Apprentices or Fellow Crafts. The form is defective in that it does not contain an endorsemcnt that the recipient has or has not been examined in the proficiency lecture and

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the examination approved by the Lodge. The amendment of Section 176 in 1950 emphasized that this certificate "oas in effect a Certificate of Good Standing for the purpose of transferring membership. and perhaps ineffective unless such transfer is accomplished. There is attached to this report a suggested revision of the form which makes it clear that the certificate is given for thc purpose of permitting the holder to affiliate with another Lodge. Vll!. Dimi~ comjJleting Tra1lsfer of MnnlJership. This form is authorizcd hy Section 172. It seems to be satisfactory and no change is suggcsted. IX. Dill/it. This form is authorized by Scctions 166 and 167. The Committee has no suggestions for change. X. Request to another I.odge to COllfer a J)cb,rree. This form is authorized by Section 178 and your Committee has no suggestions for change. Xl. Credential Card. Receipt for Dues. This form is authorized by Section 12 (m) and your Committee has no suggestions for change exccpt to question the necessity of having it appear in the list of general forms in any cvent. When it is prepared by the Grand Secretary the form cannot be varied by any Lodgc. and since forms generally are suhmitted for information onl\' there secms no necessity for including it. Xl!. Notice to ShOll' Callsl'_':iusjJenSif)Tl nll1ljJa)'II/('lIl of Dues. This form is obsolete. It followed old Section I:j8 which was repcaled in 1949 when provision was made for automatic suspension for nonpayment of ducs. It should be deleted from the list of forms. XIII. Reinstatement aftn Sus!Jellsion. (Xfmf)(/)'ment of Dues.) This form is authorized and reference is made to it by Scction 160. The Committee has no suggestions for change except to direct attcntion to the fact that the By-Law contains no requirement that the petition must be supported hy recommendations by memhers of the Lodge. and the form shows two lines for signatures. If this form is continued. the form should contain a note that the By-Laws do not require a recommendation by anHme. XIV. Summons for .Heml)('/". This form is authorized by Scction ;')8. It is not accurate in that the By-Law rcquires that the notice statc the subjcct to he considered. Thcre is attached to this report a suggestion for revision. XV. Notire to Mell/lif'rs. The title to this form is a complete misnomer. It should be called "Certificate of Service of :\otice." Further, it fails to specify the type of sen'ice. A suggested revision of this form is attached. XVI. WidOll"S Certi{icat('. Your Committee finds neither requirement nor authority for a certificate of this kind in the By-Laws, but recommends its useo It carries out one of the cardinal principles of the fraternity. There is also attached to the report a proposed new form. a Petition for Advancement. II has been suggested and recolllmcnded by Ri~ht \Vorshipful Brothcr Ceorge Fagan. District Deputy Grand \Iaster. i);')th District. It appears to fill a gap in our \Ianual of Forms and thc Commitlee sug~ests ils adoption. In conncction with the Trial Code \\Ohich is published in a scparate volume as Article XXII of the By-Laws. five general forms appear. Form I is identical with Form XIV appcaring in the By-Laws volume. and is suhject to the same criticism in that it does not state the purpose of the mceting or the suhject to he considered. The suggested change of Form XIV will he equally applicable to Form I of the Trial Code. It should he borne in mind. however, that neither Form I nor the other forms attached to the Trial Code are mandatory and they arc listed simply as suggestions, and probably ncver will he among the forms to be printed and distributed by the Grand Secretary. Form ll, Summons for Witnesses, is a suggested form of summons for appearance before a Trial Commission or before a Lodge jury. It is authorized hy Section 59 and 60 of the Bv-Laws. The Committee has no suggestions for change.

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Form III, Restoration after Suspension, is authorized by Section 273 of the Trial Code. The Committee has no suggestions for change. Form IV, Restoration after Expulsion by Lodge, is authorized by Section 272 of the Trial Code. The Committee has no suggestions for change. Form V, Restoration after Expulsion by Grand Lodge, is authorized by Sections 277 and 278 of the Trial Code. The Committee has no suggestions for change. Your Committee is of the opinion that the resolution presented at the 1953 Communication and appearing at page 169 of the Proceedings is desirable, and that as quickly as possible authority be gh"en to the Grand Secretary, not only to print and distribute to the Lodges the forms now generally in use, but that the Grand Secretary with the approval of the Jurisprudence Committee and the Grand Master, be permitted to vary the form and contents within the substantive requirements of the By-Laws as is deemed advisable. Your Committee therefore proposes a new By-Law consisting of an additional section, with the recommendation that it be referred to the Committee on Jurisprudence, and if approved by that Committee, be acted upon at this Communication of the Grand Lodge in accordance with Section 220 of the By-Laws. The proposed ne\\" section is as follows: "The Grand Secretary, with the approval of the Committee on Jurisprudence and the Grand Master, and within the suhstantive requirements of the By-Laws, shall prepare, and from time to time may vary the form and contents of, all forms of petitions and other documents required by Grand Lodge law. The forms shall he furnished to the Lodges at apprOXimate actual cost, including postage." Since the Committee feels that a time limit is desirable within \I"hich a Certificate of Good Standing for the Purpose of Transferring ~fembership is to he presented, the Committee proposes a new By-Law consisting of an additional section, with the recommendation that it also he referred to the Committee on Jurisprudence, and if approved by that Committee, he acted upon at this Communication of the Grand Lodge in accordance with Section ~20. The proposed new section is as follows:

"Jl'hen Calificate ceases to lIe Valid: ;'\0 certificate of Good Standing remains valid unless presented \dthin ninety days after its date of issuance." Respectfull y su bmitted, R. JASPER S!\IITH. Special Committee. II PETITION I'OR THE DEGREF.';

To the Worshipful Master, Wardens and B1"ethren of ." "" . I.odge No . .... Ancient Fret' and Accepted Masons: The petitioner represents: That unbiased by friends and uninfluenced by mercenary motives, he freely and voluntarily offers himself a candidate for the mysteries of Freemasonry; that he is prompted to make this application from a favorable opinion entertained of the Fraternity, a desire of knowledge, and a sincere wish of being serviceable to his fellow creatures. He is a firm believer in the one living and true God. I. Full name: . 2. Date and place of birth: " .. " "."."." """ . 3. Present address: Residence . Where should mail be sent? . Business 4. Present occupation: .

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Under what name is it operated? . 5. Occupation for past ten years; gi\'ing name, nature and location of business including street address: .

6. Residence for past ten years; if in more than one place, state particular years in each place with detailed information during the last year. (It is required that petitioner must reside in Missouri the twelve months last past and within the jurisdiction of the Lodge for six months last past.)

7. Have you ever petitioned any !\Iaonic Lodge in \tissouri or elsewhere? If so. when and where, and ,,'ith what result? ' . R. Are you in sound bodily health? . 9. Do you know of any physical, legal or moral reason which would prevcnt you from becoming a Freemason? . 10. Has an indictment or information ever been returned or issued against you or have you ever bcen convicted of a crime? , .

Petitioner represents that he has read all the qucstions contained in this petition, that his answers are ill his own handwriting, and that upon his honor he declares the statements to be true; and should the petition be granted he promises a cheerful compliance with the rules and regulations of the Fraternity. Dated . . (Applicant sign here using full name) Residence phone Business phone . Each of the members who recommend the foregoing applicant certifies that he is a member in good standing of this Lodge, that he is personally well acquainted with the applicant, and believes him to he of regular and upright conduct, fair fame and sober life and well qualified to be raised to the Sublime Degree of Master Mason.

Two references to be supplied by applicant. They are not required to he Free· masons but should be \\'{'!1 acquaintcd with him. 'Name Te[pphonp

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CERTIFICATE OF GOOD ST\'\DI,\;(; lOR F'\TFRFD ,-\I'I'RE:-ITICE OR FELLOW CRAFT

Hall of Lodge 1\'0 , A. F. & A. , .. , ...................... , '·lissouri , ]9 . To Whom it May Concern: This is to certify that Brother was initiated an Entered Apprentice on the day of 00' ]9 (and passed to the degree of Fellow Craft on the day of , 19 .... ) in this Lodge and is in good standing as such, on the date hereof. He has (has not) been examined in the proficiency lecture for the last degree received by him and the examination approved hy the Lodge. At his request and at a stated

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Communication of this Lodge held on the day of , 19 , he is granted this waiver of jurisdiction and Certificate of Good Standing, in order that he may apply to any Lodge in the Jurisdiction in which he may reside for affiliation with that Lodge. By order of the Lodge. (Seal)

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Lodge :\0 A. F. & A. \1. .. ,19 .. Brother : . You are hereby summolled and requircd to attcnd a mceting of Lodge i\'o , at its hall in Oil . . . . . . • . • • • . . . . . . . • the day of , 19 .. at o'clock ool\f, alld 1I0t depart therefrom without permission of the Master. The subject to be considered at the meeting is . ~lissouri,

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XV CERTIFICATf: OF SERnn: OF ;\IOTlCF.

I hereby certify that I sen'ed the within notice on each of the members of .................. Lodge ~o , A. F. & A. \1., residing in the jurisdiction of said Lodge, in accordance with the rcquirement of Section 58 of the By-Laws of the Grand Lodge by .

Secretary (Suggested lIew form) PETITION FOR ADVANCEMENT

To the Worshipful Master, Wardens and Brethren of Lodge No , Ancient Free and ArretJteri Masons: The undersigned, an Entered Apprentice (Fellow Craft) of Lodge ~o , ulldcr the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of , respectfully petitions for advancement to the Degree of If found worthy, he pledges himself to a cheerful ohedience of the rules and regulations of the Fraternity. His age is ; he was horn at ; his occupation is ; his residence is . and his place of business is at . He was initiated an Entered Apprentice in Lodge No , on the day of , 19 ; (Passed to the Degree of Fellow Craft in Lodge No on the day of , 19 ) and passed a satisfactory examination in the ........................ Degree on the day of , 19 . Date: . Recommended by:

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REPORT OF BUILDING SUPERVISORY BOARD

W. Brother Walter Bublitz, Chairman, presented the report of the Building Supervisory Board which was adopted and is as follows: To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge) A. F. and A. M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: The Building Supervisory Board submits herewith its decisions and permissions granted to the following lodges in connection with plans for remodeling, purchasing and financing their temples and temple sites for the year 1954-1955 to wit: Eminence Lodge No. 607, A. F. &: A. F.-Eminence, Missouri Under date of October 4, 1954, your hoard rcceived a letter from the Secretary of this lodge advising that the 1.0.0.1". Lodge of Eminence, who own jointly with them the building in which they meet, had permitted their fire insurance policy to lapse and asked if a solution could be suggestcd. He was advised to consult an attorney and try to work Ollt a plan and an agreement with LO.O.F. lodge whereby Eminence Lodge would pay the insurance premiums and all sllch payments would be subject to a lien on the LO.O.F. Lodge equity to he paid if and when the LO.O.F. Lodge would sell their equity.

Sikeston Lodge No. 310, A. F. &: .\. :Y1.--Sikeston Under date of October 25, 19::>4 a letter was received from Sikeston Lodge advising that their temple on which permission had been given to harrow $15,000.00 had been completed and would be dedicatcd on ~O\'ember 13, 1954.

Malden Lodge No. 406, A. F. & A. M.-;\falden Under date of r\O\ember 2, 1954 a lettcr was rcceived from Brother Arthur U. Goodman, a Judge of the Circuit Court. Kenneth, advising that Malden Lodge was contemplating the ercction of a ncw tcmple and asking for information as to procedure and Grand Lodge requirements. Information was given under date of November 2, 1954 hut no further information has been received from Malden Lodge.

Eolia Lodge 1\'0. 14, A. F. & A. lV1.-Eolia Under date of :"ovember 8, 1954 a letter was received from Brother Theo. L. Crane, Secretary of Eolia Lodge asking for permission to make small alterations in their lodge room and because money was available to do the work, permission was granted November 15, 1954.

Cairo Lodge No. 486, A. F. &: A. M.-Cairo Under date of :'\ovcmbcr 29, 1954 a copy of a lettcr \\'as received from the M. \V. Grand :\faster writtcn by him to the Secretary of Cairo Lodge in which it was stated that their lodge hall had been destroyed by fire, and suggesting that they contact this Board in thc e\ent they considcrcd erccting a new temple. To date no word has been received from Cairo Lodgc.

Louisville Lodge No. 409, A. F. &: A. :M.-Louisville Under date of Decemhcr 4, 1954 a letter was received from Brother Hollis Howerton, Secretary, advising that after much negotiation, it was possible for them to purchase the lower part of the uuilding occupied hy them from the R-I Consoli-

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dated School district of Lincoln County. Inasmuch as necessary funds were available, permission was granted December 8, 1954 Louisville Lodge to proceed with purchase.

Meridian Lodge No.2, A. F. & A. M.-St. Louis In connection with letters received from Brother Harry C. Ploetze, Secretary of Meridian Lodge permission was granted the Lod~e December 30, 1954 to purchase a plot of ground on which to later erect a temple inasmuch as money was available to pay for same.

Clayton Lodge No. 601, A. F. & A. M.-Clayton Under date of January 20, 1955, M. W. Brother James Bradford, a member of this Board, advised that he had been in conference with members of Clayton Lodge regarding plans to build a new temple on a lot to be purchased. Thus far. 110 further word has been received from this Lodge.

Ninth and Harrison Parking Lot Company-Kansas City Under date of January 28, 1955 and February 9, 1955 letters were received from R. \V. Bro. Henry W. Fox, Attorney and director of the Ninth and Harrison Masonic Temple Company, asking for permission to purchase several lots south of and adjacent to the present Masonic Temple at ~inth and Harrison Street to be used as a parking lot and that a new corporation was to he formed to acquire and operate same. Inasmuch as the funds would be available and subject to approval of the District Deputy Grand Master, permission was granted February 23, 1955.

Lorraine Lodge No. 128, A. F. & A. l\L-Ridgeway In accordance with information given in a letter written by Bro. \V. S. Hendren. Secretary of Lorraine Lodge under date of February 2 and February 23, 1955, permission was given February 28. 1955 to purchase a building to be remodeled for use as a lodge hall inasmuch ali money \\'as available and approval of the District Deputy Grand Master bad been obtained.

Havana Lodge No. 21, A. F. & A. M.-Havana Under date of February 7, 1955 and March 3, 1955 letters were received from Bro. H. H. Manring, Secretary of Havana Lodge that the lodge had purchased a building which they expected to remodel for use as their temple. Approval of the D. D. Grand Master having been obtained. on March 8, 1955 permission was granted Havana Lodge for the remodeling of same inasmuch as funds were available.

Ashland Lodge No. 156, A. F. & A. l'vf.-Hartsburg Under date of March 9, 1955 a letter was received from Bro. Ross ~. Glascock, Secretary of Ashland Lodge advising that they contemplated repairing the lodge hall and since money was available, permission was granted under date of March 16, 1955.

Versailles Lodge No. 320, A. F. & A. M.-Versailles Under date of April 3, 1955 R. W. Bro. A. Roscoe White, D.D.G.M. 58th Masonic District, advised that Versailles Lodge were contemplating erecting or buying a building as their present lodge hall was inadequate and requesting information

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as to procedure, which was given under date of April 7. No further word has been received from Versailles Lodge. Bloomfield Lodge No. 153, A. F. & A. M.-Bloomfield Under date of April 20, 1955 Bloomfield Lodge through the Secretary, Bro. K. W. B1omeyer, again requested pcrmission to proceed with the construction of a new lodgc hall. tInder date of May 9, 1955 permission was granted subject to obtaining necessary approval of District Deputy Grand :\Iaster and that no loan would be necessary. Morley Lodge No. 184, A. F. & A. M.-Morley Under date of June 15, 1955 Bro. C. L. Halford, Secretary of Morley Lodge advised that they wcre contemplating purchasing a site and erecting a new tcmple and asked for information as to planning and procedure which was given. No further word has been received from \lorley Lodge. Clifton Lodge No. 463, A. F. & A. M.-Thayer Under date of Junc 16, 1955 Bro. J. W. ~Iitchell, Secretary, advised that Clifton Lodge had paid the final installment on the indebtedness of their temple. Quote: "We feel that we can he justly proud of our accomplishment. \Ve have a Temple. valued at $40,000.00 now fully paid for cntirely with local funds, without soliciting other lodges for help. We had no large gifts, there heing no wealthy members in the lodge, but many members contributcd sacrificially to make our projcct possible." Congratulations, brcthrcn of Clifton Lodge. You are an inspiration to other lodges of this Grand Lodge. Shawnee Lodge No. 653, A. F. & A. l\1.-Warsaw Bro. Arthur E. Constance, Secretary of Shawnee Lodge advised under date of June 16 that the Lodge might shortly have to vacate their prescnt building and contemplated buying or crecting a nc\\' temple and asked for information on planning and procedure, which was gi\'cn. );"0 further word has been received from Shawnee Lodge. Maplewood Lodge No. 566, A. F. & A. M.-Maplewood Under date of July 15, 1955 Bro. N. Plegge, a director in the Maplewood Temple Association which holds titlc to the building in which Maplcwood Lodge meets, wrote that Maplewood Lodge were having parking problems and were considering purchasing an adjoining lot and building. Information was requested as to procedure, title and tax prohlems which was given but no further word has heen received. Liberty Lodge No. 31, A. F. & A. M.-Liberty Under date of July 14, 1955, Bro. W. E. Barnes, Secretary-Treasurer of Liberty Masonic Building Association advised that their building was destroyed by fire and that they received bids for rebuilding for the sum of $74,989.00. In accordance with information furnished by him in his letter and other information added thereto, permission was granted Liberty Lodge No. 31 under date of July 31, 1955 to proceed with the erection of the building through the Liberty Masonic Temple Association with the understanding that they would borrow not to exceed $40,000.00 payable $2,400.00 per year plus interest at 5% per annum for 5 years and with the privilege of renewing unpaid balance at that time for another 5 years; and that monies received from rental of lower store level be used to reduce the indebtedness.

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Naylor Lodge No. 568, A. F. & A. M.-Naylor Under date of July 18, 1955, Bro. Ralph Chadister, Secretary of ;\iaylor Lodge No. 568 asked if their lodge could rent a portion of their property on which their lodge was located, to an oil company and if permission had to be obtained from this Board. On July 26, 1955 we advised that we had no direct supervision but if any approval had to be obtained. ba~ed on the possibilitiy of undesirable tenancy then the approval of the District Deputy Grand Master should be obtained. The probable tenant being an oil and gas station, no objection would seem possible.

Eivins Lodge No. 599, A. F. &: A. ~'1.-FIat River Under date of July 6, 1955 W. Bro. Reuben F. Rodgers, Worshipful :\1aster of Elvins Lodge requested permission to borrow $5,000.00 for the purpose of modernizilll,{ and improving the ground floor portion of their building to continue renting same to the U. S. Postoffice Department. 011 August 5, 19!)5 permission was granted to borrow $5,000.00 to be repaid at the rate of $100.00 per month plus interest at 4~% per annum with the understanding that the relit obtained would be used to retire the indebtedness.

Earl Lodge No. 285, A. F. &: A. l'vl.-Coffey Under date of August 3, 1955, Bro. \V. S. Undemood, Secretary of Earl Lodge, stated the lodge owned and occupied the sccond floor of their building and recently five members of the lodge purchased the lowcr floor and would deed that portion of the building to Earl Lodge and asked if it could be accepted. 011 August 10, 1955 this Board advised that illasmuch as the Lodge was not buying that portion of the building and was recciving it as a gift, no permission was necessary and acceptance would be in order and if any monies should be necessary to borrow at a later date for allY rcmodeling, permission for that should be obtained before proceeding.

Kirkwood Lodge No. 484-Kirkwood On August 10, 1955 Bro. Robert H. Bovie, acting Chairman of Kirkwood Hall Association owners of the building occupied by Kirkwood Lodge 1\:0. 484, were contemplating the purchase of propcrty immediately adjacent to theirs. Several questions were asked as to financing and the answers were given, but no further word has been received.

Sheffield Lodge No. 625, A. F. &: A. M.-Kansas City Under date of September 10, 1955, a letter signed by Bro. A. E. McDaniel, President, and Bro. Marion E. John, Secretary of the Free \Iason Hall Building Company, owners of the building occupied by Sheffield Lodge No. 625, advised that in September, 1951 the Building Company purchased a lot adjoining their building for cash. On September 13, 1955 permission was given Sheffield Lodge No. 625 on the purchase of this vacant lot as it was paid for in cash.

Fraternally submitted, WALTER

J. BUBLITZ

J. M. BRADFORD. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON RELIEF AND CHARITY

R. W. Brother Russell Murray, Chairman, presented the report of the Committee on Relief and Charity which was adopted and is as follows:

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To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, A. F. and A. M. of Missouri: The Relief and Charity Committee have met each month in the past year and have considered many requests for relicf. We have tried to dispense charity as fairly and Masonically as possible. In addition to our regular meetings your chairman has had occasion to meet with several committees to consider individual cases of their Lodges. Assistance has been given to twenty-four Lodges, representing twenty-seven individuals, consisting of fifteen men, eight widows, and two couples. The following is a list of the Lodges assisted and the amount of appropriations to each Lodge. Belgrade Lodge No. Gg~, Belgrade Cache Lodge No. 416, St. Louis Cecile Daylight Lodge No. 305, Kansas City Chaffee Lodge No. 615, Chaffee Charleston Lodge 1'\0. 407, Charleston Dockery Lodge No. 325, Meadville Eldorado Lodge No. 318, Luray Euclid Lodge No. 505, St. Louis Fellowship Lodge ~o. 345, Joplin Forsyth Lodge No. 453, Forsyth Granite Lodge No. 272, Sedalia Ionic Lodge No. 154, Desloge Jonesburg Lodge No. 457, Jonesburg Lambskin Lodge No. 460, St. Louis Lock Springs Lodge No. 488, Lock Springs Meridian Lodge No.2, St. Louis Mt. Moriah Lodge No. 40, St. Louis Occidental Lodge ~o. 163, St. Louis Paul ville Lodge No. 319, Hurdland Salisbury Lodge No. 208, Salisbury St. Louis Lodge No. 20, St. Louis Temple Lodge No. 299, Kansas City Wheeling Lodge No. 234, Wheeling Zeredatha Lodge 1'\0. 189, St. Joseph

. $ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

35.00 350.00 ~70.00

320.00 240.00 380.72 320.00 60.00 120.00 100.00 75.00 157.50 315.00 150.00 600.00 75.00 210.00 150.00 250.00 60.00 300.00 95.00 9.00 180.00

$4,822.22 SUMMARY OF FUNDS RECEIVED A:'I:D DISBURSED DURI:'I:G TilE YEAR

Balance on hand October 1, 1954 Received from Grand Lodge Received from Cache Lodge No. 41G Refund on Relief paid for Philip Faudi

Paid for Relief Paid for premium on position bond

Balance on Hand at end of the Year

$ .

867.91 4,500.00

50.00 $ $

5,417.91 4,822.22 18.75

4,840.97 576.94

Again your committee would like to stress the necessity of the Lodges giving as much information about the applicants and their needs as possible, so that your committee can act without dela\'. In the past years the comllliilec has often given the chairman the power to act

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and take care of urgent cases as he may see fit, in order that there may be no delay in taking care of these needy brethren. Respectfully submitted, RUSSELL E. MURRAY, Chairman) \VILLIAM CRAIG, FRA:'I:K BRIGGS, jA:\IES BRADFORD, JOSEPH HALLEY. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON NECROLOGY

R. \V. Brother Emmett Robison presented the report of the Committee on Necrology which was adopted and is as follows: To the Most Worshij)ful Grand Lodge, A. F. and A. At. of Missouri: BRETHRE;\;: Your Committee charged with the solemn duty of acquainting this Grand Lodge with the losses of faithful memhers during the year, reports that 2,219 have passed to their reward. Among the many who have given outstanding service to Freemasonry, whom we here note, were some who had passed the Bihlical age of fourscore years. and one was almost a centenarian. Sure the last end Of the good man is peace!-how calm his exit! ~ight-dews fall not more gently to the ground, ;\;01' weary, worn-out ,rinds expire so soft! On the Sabbath morning of February 6, 1955, at about 9 o'c1ock, at the home of a friend in Carter County, where he had gone to minister to a sick child, our beloved brother and senior Past Grand ~Iaster, Tolman \Vhite Cotton, was overcome by a fatal heart attack, and his spirit returned unto God who gave it. He was aware of his heart condition, and the end was not entirely unexpected. He was making his rounds early in order to teach a Sunday School class in the Methodist Church in Van Buren, as had been his custom for more than fifty years. Most \Vorshipful Brother Cotton, the son of Smith and \fary Barnes Cotton, was born on a farm near Ruble, in Reynolds County, August 12, 1868, but spent most of his life in Carter County, where he grew up. He taught school and earned his way through Beaumont J',fedical College, St. LOllis, graduating in 1893. He also studied in Europe. He served on the State Board of Health for eight years, and in 1929 served as President of the State Medical Association. He was a practicing physician in Van Buren and Carter County for more than sixty years. He was married, October IS, 1896, to Miss june Lee, who died December 6, 1941. In 1943 he was married to \lrs. Fannye Spell<'e, who sllnives him. He left one son, a daughter and a grandson. Most Worshipful Brother Cotton was raised in Barnesville Lodge, then ~o. 455, at Ellington, Missouri, November 2, 1889, and on December 27, 1890, he affiliated with Van Buren Lodge ~o. 509. of which hc was WorshipfUl Master in 1894. He servcd his Lodge as Master nine different timcs, the last heing for the year 191 I. He was well versed in the ritual. He was a member of the Order of thc Eastern Star, and served as Grand Patron of the Grand Chapter, 1918-1919. He was a member of St. Louis Chapter No.8, Royal Arch Masons, Cape Council No. 20, Royal and Select Masters, Mountain Grove Commandery No. 66, Knights Templar, and Missouri Consistory No. I, Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite, Thirty-third Degree. In 1894 he was appointcd District Deputy Grand ~faster of the 45th \1asonic District, and served until he was appointed Grand Marshal in the Grand Lodge Line in 1907. In 1914 he was elected Grand Master and served in 1915. During his

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administratiun. eighteen comerstones \\crc laid. of which the Grand \laster laid une-half, or nine, the most outstanding heing the cornerstone of the State Capitol. JelTerson City, on Junc ~4. I~ll:;. Special traillS brought crowds from all oyer the State, and the eycnt was witnessed hy thousands of people. The Grand \laster dedicated two \tasonic halls, out of a total of eighteen, visited twenty-seven Ludges. and installed officers in eleven. In his address he paid especial attentiun to the evils of intemperance, gambling and profanity, He gave freely of his time and money to his Church, to Freemasonry and the \1asonic Home. He was a Director of the Home for thirty-five years. His COllllseI as a physician was particularly 'aluable. In all he ga\c no less than sixty-five years of active, intelligcnt and useful scrvicc, to Freemasonry and the Grand Lodge, Outside of his dcvotion to his profession, and to Freemasonry, he found time to he long identified with the good roads mo\ement in :\lissouri, to own a drugstore and be founder and prcsident of a hank in \'an Burcll. The funeral \\'as held Tuesday, Febru;.try H. in the \letllOdist Church in \'an Buren, where he had worshiped for more than half a century. The \lasonic service was conducted hy \'an Buren Lodge ~o. 509, hy Right Worshipful Brother Gcorge DeWoody, District Deputy Grand \taster. ill the presence of one of the largest audiences eyer assemhled ill Van Buren. Intennent was in the \fasonic Cemetery. Brother Florian :\1. \f(Kinney, a Past \laster of Trenton Lodge :'\0. I I I, died :\oyember 21, 1954, at the Veterans Hospital, 'Vadsworth, Kansas. He was a yeteran of World 'Val' I, having sened in the 13th Engineers. He was District Deputy of the 4th District in 19:'10, and was District Lecturer at the time of his death. He \\<lS past presiding officer of all York Rite bodies. Brother Roy D. Drum. a Past \laster of \lystic Tie Lodge :\0. 221, died Jul~ 16, 1955, at the age of fifty-one. He \\as serving his second term as District Deputy Grand l\faster of the 49th District, having been first appointed in I!l;l;l. For se\eral years he was Secretary of his Lodge, and had a complete scI of (;rand Lodge Proceedings. Brother Ernest Dunford, a Past \faster of TO\\'er (;rove Lodge J'\o. 631, died September 3, 1955, at the ag-e of seventy-one. In 1949 he \\as District Deputy Grand \faster of the then 1:",th Administrative District. He was a memher of the Scottish Rite, 32° Knight ,Commander of the Court of Honour. Brother \Valter E. Gillham, a Past :\faster of Country Club Lodge :\0. 656, died September 7, 1955, at the age of seventy-seven. He was a consulting engineer, and was Chairman of the Building Supenisory Board in 1948-1 ~Wl. Brother William P. \fason, a Past Master of Kirkwood Lodge :\0. 4R4, died September 10, 1955, at the age of eighty-one_ He was District Deputy Grand \taster of the 57th District ill 192:'1. Brother Frank Cmtis Roundy, of Chicago, died Fehruary 12, 19:')5, at the ripe old age of ninety-seven. He was the oldest 33d Degree Scottish Rite Mason, having received the degree in 1897, and \\'as olle of the most widely known and best-loved Freemasons in our time. Grieve not because a little while Our Im'ed olles tread a greener sad, For SOOIl, we too, shall see the smile And with them touch the hand of God. RespectfUlly submitted, ]A:\IES 'V. SKELLY, Chairman, EMMETI L. ROBIso:-,:, SAMUEL TIIVR:\fA:-.I.

REPORT OF MISSOURI LODGE OF RESEARCH

M W. Brother James M. Bradford, W. 1\1., presented the report of the Missouri Lodge of Research which was adopted and is as follows:

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To the Most W07'shiPful Grand Lodge, A. F. and A. M. of Missouri: BRETIIRD1: The oldest and largcst of all Lodges of Research is Quatuor Coronati No. 20i6 of London, England. Thc Lodge was established in 1884 and has a membership of about 3350. Sccond in numerical strength is the Missouri Lodge of Rcsearch, which was chartercd ill 1927. The prcscllt membership is approximately 850 and I am happy /0 report a membership gain of 47 for the year now ending. l\leasured ill tcrms of ycars thc membership of the \Iissouri Lodge of Research, chartered just a quarter of a century ago, compares favorably with the older Lodge of Research \rhich has been active for nearly three quarters of a century. The purpose of the Lodge of Research, as its name implies, is to search for, assemblc and preserve all data of l\lasonic illlerest. How well that purpose has been carried out is cvidenced by the lIIallY volumes, records and museum items now placed on the 70 shcl\cs of the lihrary. presently housed in the Jackson County Lihrary at Indcpcndence. An interesting and cOlllprehellsivc history 01 thc \Iissuuri Lodge of Research by Brother George !\lar<Juis, an active aIHI ardent supporter of the Lodge of Research, appeared in the .\Iarch issue of the "Freemason." In addition to assembling a valuable lillrary the Lodgc of Research has placed in the hands of its mcmbers cleven ulliformly bound volumes dealing with many subjects of !\fasonic intercst. The T\lelfth \olullIe will soon be ready for publication and will carry the very interest title ., \Iasonic Rites and Degrces." For the wealth of \Iasonic history and lorc appcaring in these several volumes we arc indehted to \1. Wor. Bro. Ray Denslow, who, without thought of compensation or reward, has gi"cn unstintingly of his time in the search for material and t he editing of these twch'e hooks. For somc months there has bcen much speculation among the fraternity in what has heen referred to as the "Mayflowcr Apron"--an apron which purportedly was hrought to this country hy one \Villiam "'hite, \\'ho came over on the Mayflower. Credence was lent to this supposition as the records ;-Ire clear that a \Villiam White was one of the little hand on that historic ,"esse!. The apron was discovered some time ago hidden away in the vaults of the First :'I.:ational Bank of Salem, J\lissouri. The bank, however, had no record of the apron other than that it had becn placed there for safe kceping hy one Dr. George F. White, Grimal, Colorado. enable to locate Dr. 'Vhite the apron was placed by the hank with Brother Charles B. Jeffries, a mCJTlber of Salem Lodge :'\0. 225. When the recent appeal was made hy the Lodge of Research for historic relics Brother Jeffrics sent the apron to Brother \farquis, who placed it in the archives of the Lodge Lihrary. Brother \farquis then began an intensive campaign to authcllticate the history of the apron and to locate Dr. \Vhite. A voluminous correspondem'e followed and among the many letters reccived hy Brother \larquis was one from Brother Allen M. Cage, now of Kansas City, and a member of Salem Lodge :-\0. 225. The gist of his letter is that he was a former cashier of the First :'I.:ational Bank of Salem, with which bank he was connected from 1923 to 1935; that during that period Dr. \Vhite left the apron with the bank with instrtlctiolls to permit no one to take it out except himself, his wife or on written order. All efforts to locate or to ohtain any trace of Dr. \Vhite have so far proven fruitless and the search is further com)~licated hy the fact that there is no such post uffice in Colorado as Grima!. The apron is made of silk, with fringed edges and in a hox covered with glass. The Square and Compasses and other \lasonic emblems are hand painted, Time has partially )cIlO\\"ed the fabric and blackened the silvcr fringe. With the apron \\'as a legend indicating that it had been in the White family for some seven generations and listed Dr. George \V. \Vhite as the last owner.

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While there is no proof to date that the apron came to this country on the is without doubt very old and a worth while addition to present Masonic reli<:s in the Lodge of Research Library. The articles which have appeared in the press and the interest aroused have served the beneficial purpose of focusing atlention on the Lodge of Research and its activities. On April 26, 1955. 128 members were present at the mid-year meeting and breakfast at the Daniel Boone Hotel in Columbia. The speaker was Brother Floyd Shoemaker, Secretary of the ~lissouri Historical Society. His subject was "Missouri Senators" and his interesting and informative address was most favorably received. Brother John F. Reinhardt, a former Kansas City attorncy and now residing in California, was, prior to his removal from \Iissouri, active in the affairs of this Grand Lod~e and for some years Chairman of a Grand Lodge committee. Recently he wrote Brother George \rarquis that a pending change in residence would ncccssitate somc disposition of his ~Iasonic library. Brother Marquis suggested the ~Iissouri Lod~e of Reseanh library. Acting on that suggestion Brother Reinhardt has provided by will that at his demise his 1\lasonic collection go to the library. There is no more appropriate repository I han the Library for Masonic libraries and relics and doubtless others will be prompted to follow the example of Brother Reinhardt. Construction of the Harry S. Truman Library at Independcnce, to be erected to house the state papers of the former President and to be staffed and maintained by the United States Government, is now in progress of construction. When certain that the project would he carried to completiou \1. 'VOL Brother Truman invitcd the Lodge of Research to place the Lodge Library in a separate room in the building when completed, without cost or obligation to the Lodge. That invitation very appropriately was accepted. I appreciate the fine and loyal support of the Lodge Secretary, Brother Clyde C. Evans. His efficient and active service has added very materially to the growth of the organization. The potentialities of the Lodge of Research are unlimited. 8Ul its future progress and development must depcnd upon the Craft as its only source of income is derived from membership dues. 'Vhile each year has shown an increase in members the growth has been \"ery slow, as so far only a small number of the Brethren have availed themselves of membership. The Lodge of Research needs and merits the full support of the ~fissouri Lodges and the Craft. ~fayflower it

J. i\-t. BRADFORD, Worshipful \-faster, \fissouri Lodge of Research. CALLED FROM LABOR

At 4:00 p. m. the Grand Lodge was called from labor, the Grand Chaplain offering- prayer.

Tuesday Evening September 27, 1955,7:30 p.m.

(Meeting open to the public.) Organ Recital Oscar Jost Presentation of Grand Lodge Officers The Moolah Chanters C. Albert Scholin, Director Address of The Grand Orator R. Wor. H. Roe Bartle

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The Grand Lodgc was called to labor at 9:00 a. m., Grand Chaplain Arno Franke offering prayer. GREETINGS TO ABSENT BRETHREN

On motion of :M. W. Brother Harry F. Sunderland, duly seconded and carried, the Grand Secretary was instructed to scnd letters of greeting to M. W. Brothcr Byrne E. Bigger, M. W. Brother Ray Bond, M. W. Brother Bert S. Lee, R. ,,yo Brother E. E. Morris, W. Brother Robert Y. Goggin, and W. Brother Frank S. Stumm. REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON MASONIC EDUCATION

R. W. Brother John A. Witthaus, Chairman, presented the report of the Committee on Masonic Education which was adopted and is as follows: To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, A. F. and A. M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: The Committee on I\Iasonic Education created at the Grand Lodge Communication of 1954 and now just one year old presents this first annual report of its work and progress with what it hopes will be accepted as pardonable pride. There has been much correspondence between the members of the Committee, There have also been four meetings of the Committee during the year, one of which was held immediately after the close of the last Grand Lodge session, and one on the day before this Communication. The other two meetings ,,'ere held in Januarv and in June which necessitated the members of the Committee leaving their usual employment and coming to St. Louis for a full day of committee work. Only the necessary expense of their coming and being here was reimhursed, and their response and interest in this new venture is inspiring. Naturally, the first task was to plan and provide for the Grand Lodge publication and, as most of you know, the first issue of that puhlication named The F,'eemason was delivered in December. Subsequent issues of this quarterly publication came off the press and were mailed in \larch, June and September. Too much credit and praise cannot be given to \Iost Worshipful Brother Dr. Harold 1.. Reader for the outstandingly fine editorial work he has done in connection with this Masonic magazine, and the expressions of commendation received indicate it is already taking a place of prominencc in the field of :\Iasonic periodicals. It was the hope of the Committee that all lodge officers \\'fluld be on the initial mailing list, and with that thought in mind a letter was written by the Grand Secretary to the Secretary of each lodge in the state requcsting the name and mailing address of each officer of his lodge. Most Secretaries responded but a few did not, and the officers of lodges from which this information was not forthcoming could not be accorded this courtesy because of lack of information. The distribution of The Freemason has been steadily growing, with each issue going to a greater number than the issue before, until the last issue was sent to some 8,000 \1asons. It is hoped that every Freemason in \fissouri would like to receive this puhlication will "Tite to Dr. Reader requesting that his name be

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added to the list, for while we wish 10 avoid the expense of sending it to those who may not read or appreciate it, \I'e hope eventually to get it into the hands of every Freemason in our state for whom it would have interest and value. For those who failed to receive the early issues and would like to have them, copies are still available and will be mailed when requested. One of the enjoyable and valuable features of The Freemason is the space dcvoted to mectings and e\'cnts of interest throughout the state. When any such mecting or event takes place a short article concerning it should be sent to the Editor so that others may know of it. It may take a while to cultivate the habit of supplying this information but be sure that the memhcrs everywhere are interested in what is being done by Masons and Lodges in all sections of our jurisdiction, and the Editor can report them only when hc has the information. I\lnch morc could he written concerning The Freemason, but in the interest of holding this rcport to a reasonahle length wc will pass from this portion of the Committec's responsibility with just this final statement; our Grand Lodge publi(:ation has come into being and has been cstablished on a high Masonic plane, and it must be the duty of every Freemason to strive to kcep it truly representative of the high idcalism of our Fraternity. The next matter which we feel will be of interest to this Grand Lodge and on which wc hope to have your approval is the decision of the Committee to accept the invitation of the l\lidwest Conference on Masonic Education to again become a participating Grand .Jurisdiction in that Conference. The Midwest Confercnce on I\lasonic Education is an annual confcrence of the committees having in charge the programs of Masonic Education or the Grand Lodge publications of the Grand Jurisdictions of Illmois, Indiaua, Iowa. Kansas, :\Iichigan, :\linnesota, l\chraska, ~orth Dakota, South Dakota and \Visconsin. \Iissouri participated in the first confcrcnce five yean ago, hut becausc at that time it had neither a Graud Lodge publication nor a Committee on Masonic Edu<atiou we did not continue that participation. ~ow that we have both a Grand Lodge puhlication and a Committee on Masonic Education, the mcmbers of our Committee were invitcd to attend the fifth annual conference which was held at Indianapolis, Indiana on November 5 and 6, 1954. As there was no oppcrlunity for a Committee meeting at which action could be laken, betwcen the time of the receipt of this invitation and the conference, it was fclt that without Committee action no part of our funds could be used for this purpose. Two mcmbers of our Committee, however, at their own expense, made the trip to Indianapolis to attend the Conference. Therc the members of thc Commiuees from the participating States together with leaders in the field of \lasonic Education in othcr Grand Jurisdictions, notably Ohio, Virginia and the District of Columhia, for two days cxchangcd ideas on l\lasonic Education in its various phases and variolls statcs of development. The value of this exchange of ideas, of methods and of experiences is trernendous, especially to the memhers of a newly formed committee just emharking on this important effort. By unanimous vote the Conference passed a resolution inviting Missouri to again hecome a participating member Jurisdiction of the Conference, and at the meeting of our Committee in January this invitation was accepted. The cost of participation is the proportionate share of printing the Proccedings of the Conference. For this year this amounted to $55.00, which included receipt of twenty copies of the printed Proceedings. After supplying Committee members and certain Grand Lodge officers with copies, there will be several copies to be turned over to our Masonic Library. It is a publication rich in Masonic information. There remained, however, determination of whether Committee members who desired and were able to attend future conferences should be required to do so at their o\\'n expense. It was felt that the benefits of attending the Conference

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should not be limited to members of the Committee who might be able to afford to spend the forty or fifty dollars which might be necessary to attend. The Committee therefore decided that members of the Committee or the Editor of The Freemason who might attend the Conference should be reimbursed out of the Committee appropriation for their reasonable actual expense incurred by reason of such attendance. We earnestly request your consideration and favorable action in this regard, and approval of this Committee report will be taken as approval of our action in accepting the invitation of the :\fidwest Conference on ~hsonic Education to again become a participating member of the Conference, and of our action in providing for the reimbursement of members of the Committee for expenses made necessary by attending the Conference. One of the duties imposed on this Committee by the Grand Lodge by-Jaw creating it, is "to formulate and develop an educational program" for our Grand Jurisdiction. The Candidate Booklets which were presented to you upon registration are the result of the Committee's first year's effort to comply with that injunction and represent the first step in an effort to provide formal Masonic Education in our State. While, as their designation indicates, they are intended to provide Masonic information to Candidates as they receive their degrees, it is believed they will be found interesting and useful to many of our members who perhaps have seen the flight of many years since they were candidates. A plan has been devised to supply each of these groups. Statistical information, made available by members of the r\fidwest Conference heretofore referred to, indicate that at the end of an eleven year period, those who have become brethren of our Fraternity during that eleven year period will constitute about one-third of the total membership of our Grand Jurisdiction. This fact makes almost undebatable the conclusion that any effort to strengthen Freemasonry through Masonic Education should begin with the candidates. No attempt will here be made to explain the Candidate Booklets. You have them and will have an opportunity to read them if you have not already done so. It should be stated, however, that the time each booklet is presented to the candidate is important. The hooklet called "On The Threshold" should be given or sent to the applicant when he is notified that his petition for the degrees has been accepted. The booklets called "The Entered ..\pprentice," "The Fellow Craft," and "The Master ~fason" should be presented to him immediately after he has received the degree referred to by the title of the booklet. ~fany Worshipful ~1asters will no doubt find it convenient to present the appropriate booklet immediately after they have completed delivering the Charge. The Candidate should be urged to read the booklets carefully as he thereby \\"ill become a much better informed Mason. It is not the thought of this Committee that any Lodge should be 1equir'ed to use this material or any other material which may be developed. But the program is being developed for the benefit of Freemasonry in our State and it is believed that active and interested Lodges will welcome the opportunity to avail themselves of it and cooperate in its me. \Vhatever success our effort in Masonic Education may achieve will depend largely on the cooperation and active participation of the Lodges, as the work of our Committee will be channeled entirely through our Lodges. We strongly feel that when the Lodges and Grand Lodge Committee work in unity for the accomplishment of a worth-while purpose only good can result. This Committee will soon prepare a letter to he sent by the Grand Secretary to the Secretary of each Lodge in the State, offering without charge a sufficient number of booklets to care for the anticipated number of candidates during the year and asking that the Secretary of the Lodge make a request of the Grand Secretary for the number of sets of booklets his Lodge will likely need for candidates during

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the year. Upon such request they will be supplied through the Grand Secretary's office. Again this adds to the work of the Grand Secretary, but his interest in Freemasonry and this new educational program is such that he gladly assumed the added responsibility of the distribution of these booklets. You will have noticed that no charge will be made for booklets to be supplied to Candidates, but obviously lack of sufficient funds makes it impossible to supply on the same basis others who may want them. While these booklets are designed for Candidates, it is quite likely that older and more experienced members of the Craft will find them of such interest and value as to cause them to request an opportunity to acquire them. It is even possible that some Lodges may want to supply sets of them to their membership. The Committee has therefore made them available to the general membership, or to Lodges for their members, at a price which will approximately cover the cost of printing and handling. This price price will be twenty-five cents for a single set of the four booklets or at that rate for lots of less than fifty sets, and at a price of twenty cents a set in lots of fifty sets or more. It will not be surprising if our initial supply of ten thousand of each of the booklets wiII soon be exhausted and we wiII have to order a second printing, but if the booklets, in whatever quantity they may be needed, help to meet the desire for more Light in Freemasonry, our efforts wiII be fully rewarded. Just one last word on this subject. Very properly our Committee has had to watch carefully the funds entrusted to it for our Grand Lodge publication and educational prognm. Ahout $200.00 of our appropriation was used to supply each Grand Lodge member in attendance with a set of these booklets, but we felt that 110 more appropriale way of introducing our infant educational program could be devised than presenting sets of them to the Masonic leaders of our State in attendance at our Grand Lodge Communication. You are the emissaries on whom we must rely and on whose approval and acceptance the use and strength of the plan depends. We hope you will find it possessed of sufficient merit to justify your full and unqualified support. In reporting its work for the year our Committee also is happy to note it was able to keep within its appropriation. It is true that only three issues of The Freemason were paid for out of this year's funds because of the fact that the Grand Lodge books close on September 10, and the September issue of The Freemason was published after that date. This situation will recur each year and the cost of the September issue which is published before the Grand Lodge Communication but after the close of the Grand Lodge books will therefore have to be taken care of out of the next year's appropriation. \Ve are pleased to report, however, that even if it had been possible to pay for this issue the Committee still would have operated within its appropriation. The appropriation provided by by-law is $6000.00, and with all bills paid which could be paid, the amount expended by the Committee was $4871.98, leaving an unspent balance of $1l28.02. This would have been sufficient to pay for the September issue of The Freemason with a few dollars remaining. You will recall that the Grand Lodge by-law provides for an annual appropriation of $6000.00 which may be added to by the Grand Lodge in such sum as it may determine. It may well be that increased circulation of The Freemason and expansion of the educational program may in the future justify requests for added sums for the use of this Committee, and if the work requires and justifies it the Committee will not hesitate to make such request. But we feel that at this time no such request need be made and that the work of the Committee during the next year can be carried on within the $6000.00 provided by by-law. In conclusion the members of our Committee wish to express their appreciation for the opportunity given them of being a part of this new Grand Lodge effort. It has meant a lot of work but it has also brought that satisfaction which comes

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to those engaged in all cllort which they believe to he of lasting benefit. We trust our efforts will meet ,rith YOllr approval. Respectfully submillcd, Committee on \lasonic Education HO:-'IER L. FERGuso:", BYR:"E E. BIG(;FR, H. O. GRACFL, GEORGE C. i\!ARQUIS, GFORGE G. H,'\RRISO:", JOHN A. \VnTIIAlls, Chailll/(/ll, REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON LODGES U. D.

R. \V. Brother L. O. Weigel, Chairman. presented the report of the Committee on Lodges lJ. D. which v,,'as adopted and is as foI1o'\\"s: To the Alost WorshiPful Grand Lodge, A. F. and .-I. M. of Alis'\ouri: BRETHREN: During the past year there were no dispcnsations grantcd by the \lost \Vorshipful Grand Master and your committee on Lodges Under Dispensation has had no applications to consider. In keeping ,,'ith the pioneer spirit of \1asonry it \I'mIld secm that new lodges should be formed especially where large Rcal .Estate developments have beell made in order to have a neighborhood lodge easily accessible which would promotc interest in \fasonry. Smaller lodges enjoy closer fellowship and larger attcndance than larger lodges because of the dose bond of friendship that exists \I'hen all members can meet and know each other. This fart is bome out by the great increase in strength of neighborhood churches ,,'hercas the dO\\'IIIO\I'n churchcs halc had a decrease in membership. Your committee sincerely hopes that in the ('()miIlg year new lodges will bc formed for the greater benefit uf Freemasonry. Fraternally submitted, L. O. \VEJ<;n., Cltainl1(/I/, A. B. VA:"IL.... :\DI:"GHA:\1. \V.

R,\Y:lIO:';D

HARRY

USHER,

PLOETZI-:.

ELECTION OF OFFICERS

The Tellers appointed by Grand Master Mitchell were announced, and the following officers were elected for 19:');'-1956: William J. Craig Harold M. Jayne Frank P. Briggs Robert L. Aronson James M. De\Vitt. Harold L. Reader

AI. TV. Gralld Master R. W. Deputy Grand Master R. W. Senior Grand Warden U. IV. Junior Grand TVarden R. W. Grand Treasurer H. W. Grand Secretary

ELECTION OF DIRECTORS OF THE MASONIC HOME

For Term Ending 1959-Edward E. Wilson, Richard H. Bennett. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON CHARTERED LODGES

W. Brother Lee Barger, Chairman, presented the report of the Committee on Chartered Lodges which was adopted and is as follows:

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To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, A. F. and A. M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: After due examination and consideration of the various returns of Chartered Lodges, your Committee begs to submit the following report: STATISTICAL--1954-195.11

;\lumber of Chartered Lodges, Septemher 10, 1954 Lodges V.O :'IIumber of Chartered Lodges, September 10, 1955 Lodges U.O September 10, 1955, Total Membership September 10, 1954, Total Membership in 594 Lodges Adjustment by Audit of individual Lodges

. 594 . o . .1193 . o . 123,013 121,914 17

121,931 Total Number: Raised Affiliated Reinstated

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4,124 672 1,432 6,228

Less: Total Number: Dimitted Deaths Suspended N.P.O. Suspended U.M.C. Expelled

783 2,219 2,123 12 9 5,146

NET GAIN, SEPTEMBER 10, 1955

1,082 123,013

FOR COMPARISO,"S

The foIlO\\,.ing statistical table over a period of five years is presented for those that would be interested in making variollS comparisons to determine certain trends that the figures might reveal.

1951 1952 1953 1954 1955

Raised

Affilif/ted

4796 4487 4762 4511 4124

773 710 793 730 672

Re-Instated 1385 1494 1454 1283 1432

Dill/ited Deaths

844 815 817 810 783

2136 2234 2173 2155 2219

NPD 2045 1789 1816 1964 2123

UMC Exp. 0 5 9 3 0 7 J2 6 12 9

Net Gain 1924 1871 2196 1577 1082

COM~IF.NTS

We are pleased to note that all Lodges had filed their returns hefore September 10, and they are to be congratulated for their promptness. The statistical analysis covering the last five years shown above makes an interesting comparison if studied. We would consider that our Fraternity has found a definite level without any radical variations. This seems to us to be a very healthy condition and indicates continued solid growth, barring of course, any sudden unseen economic depression. However, the number raised and the net gain this year is slightly lower than any year in the last five, but we do not think this instance to be at all alarming. We find that 36 lodges did no work the past year, and 10 of the 36 have done no work for two years. The average amount of dues of these 36 Lodges is $5.51. It can readily be seen that if a lodge doe- not have other sources of revenue this small amount

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of dues, after payment of per capita tax, will not permit of activities to maintain interest of its membership and thereby not attract the worthy young men of that community to apply for membership. It is with deep regret that it is necessary to again call to the attention of the lodges and especially to the secretaries the requirement of our law found in Sections 48 and 49, page 23 of 1947 By-Laws requiring the prompt remittance of the Masonic Home Initiation Fees and the George Washington Memorial Fund fees to the Grand Secretary's Office. This By-Law is not observed by approximately 20% of the Secretaries. 'Ve must again stress that this By-Law be punctually observed. Might we suggest that a circular letter or bulletin of some sort be sent from the Grand Secretary's Office concerning this subject Oil or ahout the heginning of the new year. IN

CO~CLUSION

From observation and visitation to various lodges in our several districts and communities in different sections of the State, we think Freemasonry was never on a more solid basis and a prosperous condition than at present. We think we are correct in saying that the Masonic Fraternity in Missouri generally is stressing the educational value of teaching the principles, ideals, purposes and history of our Fraternity which will undoubtedly lead to a greater appreciation and loyalty from its membership and tend to boost attendance also. We wish to commend all those who so willingly donate their services as teachers or instructors of the ritual in all levels from District to individual lodge for the fine work being done. Please remember this-there is a job for every interested member to apply his talents whatever they may be and it is the duty of all of us to accept this call to serve. Fraternally submitted, R. L. BARGER, Chairman, VERN IE G. FISHER, W. R. HOWELL, O. REX ORR.

REPORT OF COMMITIEE ON MASONIC PUBLICATIONS

R. W. Brother Arthur Goodman, Jr., Chairman, presented the report of the Committee on Masonic Publications which was adopted and is as follows: To the Most WorshiPful Grand Lodge, A. F. and A. M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: Your Committee on Masonic Publications has no activity to report, inasmuch as the Most Worshipful Grand Master has not found it necessary to refer any matter to this Committee for consideration or action. On September 21, 1955, there was received a report having to do with the policy and practice of a so-called Masonic publication, and it will be made available to the new Committee to be appointed by the incoming Grand Master. Fraternally yours, ARTHUR U. GOODMAN, JR.,

Chairman. (Other members of the Committee are: Eugene Andereck; Price Shoemaker; Henry G. Diller; and J. P. Hall.) REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION AND HOTELS

The report of the Committee on Transportation and Hotels was presented and adopted as follows: To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, A. F. and A. M. of Missouri: BRETHREN: The duties assigned this committee have been performed. W. F. MILLER, Chairman.

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The report of the Committee on The George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association was presented and adopted as follows: To the Most Worshipful Gmnd Lodge, A. F. and A. M. of Missouri:

BRETHREN: Your Committee on the George Washington Masonic :"lational Memorial Association begs leave to submit the following report: The George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association met in the Memorial Building at Alexandria, Virginia, on February 22, 1955, with President of the Association, Clifford D. Jory, Past Grand Master of Iowa, presiding. There was a large attendance of Representatives and visitors. ~:Iissouri was represented by Grand Master Mitchell, Deputy Grand ~Iaster Craig, Grand Secretary Reader, Past Grand \faster Denslow, Bruce Hunt. Fredon Hadley, Edwin Knudsen, Wm. R. Denslow. Bert S. Lee of Missouri was re-elected Second Vice President. Anthony F. Ittner of Missouri was elected Director Emeritus. M. 'Vor. Bro. Clifford Jory was re-elected President of the As.sociation and Fred Schondau was re-elected Secretary. BERT S. LEE, Chairma1l. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS

W. Brother William Utz, Jr., Chairman, presented the report of the Committee on '\Tays and Means which was adopted and is as follows: 1955-1956 BUnGET AI'I'ROPRIATIO:-.IS

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~Iaintenance-Grand Lodge Office . . Printing, postage & Stationery . Telephone & Telegrams-Grand Lodge Office . . Care of Portraits Past Grand ~1asters . Filing Equipment . Office Equipment . Mo. Lodge of Research-Publication of Transactions . Secretaries' Conferences under supervision of G. S. & G. \1. (This year) Identification Cards Past Grand '1asters and G. L. Line Officers . Committee on :\1asonic Education . Mileage and Per Diem . Masonic Home Building Fund (This year) .

1,800.00 5,500.00 500.00 50.00 1,000.00 500.00 1,000.00 1,800.00 50.00 6,000.00 27,210.63 25,000.00

$128,226.29 "f. S. A.-Hospital Visitation Fund (From Special Fund) $ 5.000.00 Fraternally submitted, W. H. UTZ, JR., Chairman, SOLON

CA:'ofERO:-;,

THEIS, A. LEWIS, S. L. .IEWElT. HARRY

FRA:'-;K

R. W. BROTHER BALSIGER EXTENDS INVITATION

R. W. Brother Harry Balsigcr, Secretary of the Scottish Rite Bodies in St. Louis, addressed the Grand Lodge and extended a cordial invitation for the Grand Lodge to meet in the Scottish Rite Cathedral next year, and the invitation was gratefully accepted. REPORT OF THE COMMITI'EE ON MASONIC TEMPLE ASSOCIATION OF ST. LOUIS

R. W. Brother Alex S. Dawson, Chairman, presentcd the report of the Committee on Masonic Temple Association of St. Louis 'which was rcceived and referred to the Ways and l\Ieans Committee. To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, A. F. llnd A. M. of l\1issouri: BRETHRE1\: The Chairman of your Committee was elected to the Board of Directors of the Masonic Temple Association of St. Louis on January 24, 1955 and was appointed a member of the Finance Commillee by the President of the Board and presents herewith his reporl. The President of the Board in his annual report called our attention to the fact that the Temple had been in operation for about thirty years and that many of the original furnishings still remain, some having been repaired while others were deteriorating to the point where they would have to he replaced, and that no provision has been made for taking care of these expenditures. As a member of the Finance committee J surveyed the various sources of income and I quote these figures from the Annual Audit of the books of the Association from June 30, 1954 to June 30, 1955. Total Income from all sources $71,306.00 with expenditures for the same period of $70,795.00 leaving a balance of $511.00 of income over expense, with this balance the Board cannot repair or replace any furnishings. The greater portion of the Income is derived from a per capita tax on the member bodies, the Blue Lodges pay $4.97 per member, Royal Arch $3.10, Council $1.66, Commanderies $5.15 and the Eastern Star Chapter $2.10, in addition to the

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member bodies the Temple houses the Grand Secretary's Office of the Order of the Fastern Star, at an annual contribution of $800.00 and the Grand Secretaries Office of the Grand Lodge of :\fissouri, at an annual contribution of $1,800.00. If the Board of Directors are to succeed in protecting this Temple property, to make the necessary repairs and make it more habitable, the entire per capita structure will have to be overhauled and the annual contributions for the space occupied by the Grand Secretaries Offices he increased. I ask that this report be referred to the ways and means committee and that the annual contribution by the Grand Lodge for the space occupied by the Grand Secretaries Office be increased to $3,600.00. I base this figure on the following facts, the space now occupied by the Grand Secretary is 3279 square feet and the contribution is $1,800.00, which is not quite 55 cents per square foot, comparable space in any oJ our Office buildings is renting for S:~.OO per square foot. It is my firm helief that to rent comparable quarters in any other huilding in the City of S1. Louis would cost at least $10,000.00 annually. Some of my predecessors have called the attention of the Grand Lodge to the unsightly condition of its collection of Past Grand Masters portraits hanging in the (hird floor hall of the Temple, nothing has heen done and I offer the following suggestion that these portraits of these Past Grand Masters be sent to their Mother Lodges, where I think they will he cherished and restored to their original beauty. Fraternally yours, ALEX S. DAWSON,

Chairman. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON CREDENTIALS

W. Brother Fred Knight, Chairman, presented the report of the Committee on Credentials which was adopted and is as follows: To the Most WorshiPful Grand Lodge, A. F. and 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 475 subordinate lodges and there arc prescnt: Grand Lodge Officers Past Grand Masters Grand Representatives District Deputy Grand Masters District Lecturers Past Masters Worshipful Masters Senior Wardens Junior Wardens Chairmen Committees Distinguished Visitors Actual attendance \dthout duplication: Past Masters Worshipful Masters Senior Wardens Junior Wardens Assistant Tilers Distinguished Visitors

22 19 8 44 53 465 40R

160 99 22 14 1314 465 408 160 99 3 II

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Fraternally submitted, FRED H. KNIGHT, Chairman, GEORGE F. PRATER, SIEBERT ETIER, LOWELL H. SCOTI, GF.ORGE A. McKEAN.

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON MILEAGE AND PER DIEM

W. Brother Walter Shrodes, Chairman, for the 48th time presented the report of the Committee on Mileage and Per Diem. Brother Shrodes was greeted with applause by the brethren. The report was adopted and is as follows: To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, A. F. and A. M. of Missouri: BRETHRE:'I: Your Committee on Mileage and Per Diem at this session of the Grand Lodge begs to report allowances paid for mileage and per diem as follows: Grand Officers Past Grand Masters District Deputy Grand 'fasters District Lecturers Committee on Jurisprudence Committee on Appeals and Grievances Committee on Ways and Means Committee on Credentials Committee on Mileage and Per Diem Building Supervisory Board Chairmen of Committees Chartered Lodges Assistant Grand Tilers Adjustments

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935.96 676.62 2,040.56 2,309.52 259.92 251.16 210.60 278.76 151.76 73.24 184.84 19,440.41 60.00 337.28

$ 27.210.63 Respectfully submitted. \V. R. SHRODES, Chairman. I. ,V. :"JICHOLS,

J. L. LUTES,

GEORGE MILLER.

REPORT OF JURISPRUDENCE COMMI'n'EE

R. W. Brother Sam Wilcox, Chairman, presented the report of the Jurisprudence Committee which was adopted and is as follows: To the Most WorshiNul Grand Lodge, A. F. and A. M. of Missouri: Your Committee on Jurisprudence submits the following report: I.

DISPENSATIOI\S

We have examined the dispensations granted by the Grand Master. All of them appear to be within the discretion of the Grand Master. We, therefore, approve the action of the Grand Master in granting these dispensations. II. DECISIONS

We approve the Grand

~raster's

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I, 2. 3. 4. 5, 6, and found on

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pages 20 and 21 of the Grand Master's Address, with this provISIOn, that in the case of Decision :'\0. 7 it would be applicable with reference to expenditures from and in excess of the budget of a lodge, and under Section 73 of the By-Laws no expenditures shall exceed the budget except in an emergency and with the consent of the Master and \Vardens and upon a vote of two-thirds of the members present at the Stated Communication. III. HEAL1;\1G

This Committee approves the action of the Grand Master in declaring certain hrothers to be healed as included in Nos. I, 2, 3, 4, and 5, found on pages 16 and 17 of the Address of the Grand :\faster. IV.

RESOLUTIO~S

1. \Ve approve the resolutions proposed by the Grand Master, i"\o. I with ref-

erence to the annotations of the By-Laws including the Trial Code, and No.2 his resolution recommending the revision and repuhlication of the Grand Lodge ByLaws including the Trial Code of the Grand Lodge. 2. On page I IO of the Grand Lodge Proceedings of 1954, under No.6 of the Jurisprudence Committee's Report, wiII be found reference to a resolution introduced at the 1953 Session of this Grand Lodge authorizing and requesting the Grand Secretary to supply all suhordinate lodges, at the expense of the lodges, all forms of petitions and other documents required by Grand Lodge Law. Vour Committee approves this resolution as to form and recommends its adoption provided this action he concurred in hy the Committee on \Vays and !\feans. V.

A:\fE;\;D\fE:'\TS

On page 129 of the Grand Lodge Proceedings of 1954 will be found a proposed amendment to repeal Section 219-A. Vour Committee approves this proposed amendment as to form and recommends its adoption. 2. We are informed that the Special Committee appointed by the Grand Master 10 examine the forms in usc by the Lodges and the Grand Lodge, to examine the hy-Iaws relative to those forms, and to consider matters necessary to effectuate a proposal hy which the Grand Secretary approves official forms for purchase and use by each of the lodges, has suhmitted its report to this Grand Lodge. In connection with that report we understand there has been submitted a new section to be known as Section 12-A of the By-Laws as follows: PREPARATIO~ OF

FOR:\\S OF PETITIONS AND OTHER DOCUMENTS

"The Grand Secretary, with the approval of the Committee on Jurisprudence and the Grand :\1aster, and withiu the substantive requirements of the By-Laws shall prepare, and from time to time may vary the form and contents of, all forms of petitions and other documents required by Grand Lodge law. The forms shall he furnished to the lodges at approximate actual cost including postage." Vour Committee approves this proposed By-Law as to form and recommends its adoption. 3. Said Committee also proposed a new By-Law No. 169-A as follows: WHE:" CE.RTIFICATES CEASE TO BE VALID:

:'\/0 Certificate of Good Standing remains valid unless presented within ninety

(90) days after its date of issuance. Your Jurisprudence Committee approves this By-Law as to form and recommends its adoption.

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4. On page 130 of the Grand Lodge Proceedings of 1954 \\ill he found a proposed amendment with reference to Sectioll 199, which (if adopted) would change the Grand Lodge Officer personnel on the Board of Directors of the \Iasonic Home of :\lissouri, and more particularly eliminate the Grand Master as a mcmber thereof. Rather than to advise the adoption of the proposed amcndment in that form, we adhere to the recommendation set forth in the Address of the Grand \Iaster, and endorsed with approval by the Committee on Grand Master's Addrcss to the clrcc. that the Grand ~'laster might well be relievcd of thc duties incidcllt to the prcsidency of the Masonic Homc, but he ex officio entitled to attend and participate ill the deliberations of the Board of Directors at any mceting which may he convenient, and yet he without obligation to be prcscnt. To this end wc recommend that the proposed amcndment of Sectioll I !)!) he rcjected, and that in lieu thereof the first sentencc in said Scction I!)!l he IT\\TittCII to read as follows: Effective with the amendment of the Agreemcnt of Incorporation of the i\tasonic Home of Missouri to provide therefor the membcrs of the Board of Directors of the Masonic Home of Missouri shall consist of the following officcrs of thc Grand Lodge, namely, the Grand ~laster, the Deputy Grand \Iastcr ,rho shall bc President, the Senior Grand 'Vardcn and the Junior Grand 'Varden, togcther ,dth eight Master Masons, memhers in good standing of :\Iissouri Lodges, who shall be clected in the manner and for the terms hereinafter prescribcd. Respectfully suhmilled, SA\r \VILCOX, Chainll(l1I. H . \RRY GERSIIFNSON. HEl\;RY ,V. Fox, .1011:'\ S. BO:\D, C. LEW GALL\"iT. REPORT OF COMMITIEE ON MASONIC BOARDS OF RELIEF

M. \V. Brother W. F. \Voodruff, Chairman, prcscIItcd the report of the Committee on Masonic Boards of Relief which was adopted and is as follows: To the Most WOTshijJful Gmlld Lodge, A. F. and A. AI. of AliSSOIl1'i: Your Committee on Boards of Relief has rcccivcd rcports of thc Boards of Relief in Kansas City, St. Joseph, Columbia, Sprin~field, St. Louis and St. Louis County. and of thc :\Iasonic Employment Burcau of St. Louis. After a careflll rcadin~ 01 these reports we desire to submit thc foIIO\dn~: Kansas City. The Board has continucd to render assistance to Transients, and during the ycar arran~ed funerals for t\\Tllty-four mcmbers of the Lod~cs olltsidc of Kansas City. :"io asscssment was made lor the year J9.rJ,r;. A largc number of requcsts for assistance or relicf was recei\'cd, for lI10st of which the Board was able to care. The financial statemcnt in substancc is as follows: Balance, July I, 19.rJ4 ' Receipts, ;'\onc. Disbursements: Fraternal assistance outside of :\tissouri \fiscellaneous, including salarics .

$6,306.93

$ 71.16 . .. 1.210.62

1,281.78 S!l,0:!5.1!l

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spccih fum· this halalHt' is held. At tbc requcst of

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the committee, W. Bro. Fisher has supplcmented the report by adding: "The balance is in the Union National Bank of Kansas City, Mo., in a special account in the name of the Kansas City Board of Relief." The Board gave assistance as required, with information, arrangement", and investigations. Eight major groups of cases are listed, totaling 2527 services, of which we note 2386 telephone calls, the other 141 cases including letters, telegrams, funeral arrangements and employment calls. Edward I. Gorsuch is President and Vernie G. Fisher is Secretary-Treasurer. St. josetJh. The Board serves the five Lodges in S1. Joseph, and Saxton Lodge :"Io. 508 in Buchanan County. During the year arrangements were made for three funcrals, which were itemized, for members of Lodges outside of St. Joseph. As in former years the Board continucs its membership in The :\Iasonic Relief Association of the United States and Canada. The financial statement in substancc is as follows: Balance, August 31, 1954 Receipts: Interest and reimbursements Assessment, Saxton Lodge 1\'0. 508, new memher

.$ 32.20 50.00

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674.86

757.06 72.56

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Balance, August 31, 1955

There is comment on this in the last part of the Report. The Board received a number of requests for information as to location of Lod~es, and for Masonic courtesies. all of which were complied with, and continued its efforts to publicize the loss of dues receipt cards. ]\'0 financial relief was extended to any transient member. Clyde Miles is President, Paul Priestley is Secretary, and Herhert H. Powell is Treasurer. Columbia. The Board serves the two Lodges in Columbia, Twilight No. 114 and Acacia :\'0. 602. A detailed report showing the work done. was not submitted. Apparently no expenses were incurred durin~ the year. Balance, January 1, 1955, cash Share, Building and Loan

132.43 100.00

232.43

Disbursements, none. Morris F. \Valker is Secretary. Springfield. The Board serves the three Lodges in Springfield. During the year arrangements were made for seven funerals for members of Lodges, which were itemized, outside of Springfield. Other \fasonic courtesies were performed which were not mentioned in detail. The financial statement in suhstance is as follows: Balance, July I, 1954, cash in checking account Receipts: Interest, Government bond

422.33 12.50

434.83

Disbursements: Letterheads and envelopes

12.25

Balance, June 30, 1955, cash in checking account

422.58

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500.00

U. S. Governmem Bond No. 18 3IOL. in custody of Treasurer Total assets of the Board

922.58

No assessments were made. The Board is happy to have been of service during the year. It seems that old age assistance, dependent children support and social security. have taken care of most of the calls or requests for financial aid. For many years M. W. Brother Bert S. Lee has been President. Joel C. Berry is Secretary, and Virgil F. Anderson is Treasurer. St. Louis and St. Louis Count)'. The Board was called on to judge the merits of 328 new cases. and to administer to the needs of 39 carried over from previous years. a total of 367. Investigations covered a broad ficld-5 frauds. 22 lost receipts. 2 missing persons. 12 suspended. 3 unaffiliates. 9 unworthy, 24 had no \1asonic claims, 2 women who did not know whether they had a \lasonic claim (these were mental cases). 3 requests for Masonic funerals were withdrawn. 15 cases outside of the jurisdiction of this Board (these were referred to the proper authorities in their vicinities). 23 were hospital patients. and 118 investigations were made for Sl. Louis Lodges, of which 90 were found worthy and ,,,"ere given every possible consideration. The Lodges in St. Louis and 51. Louis County conducted Masonic funerals for 34 whose memberships were away from the Sl. Louis metropolitan District. One thousand three hundred and twenty-six calls were registered at the office. Many of these calls were made by persons who saw the name ";\1asonic Board of Relief" in the telephone directory. and were looking or rather shopping for relief, because "Masonic Board of Relief" was in the directory and the organization had not been tried before. The foregoing report of the work done by this Board tells only part of the story, as many of its services never come to the notice of members until they arc faced with problems-need of blood, use of wheel chairs. walkers. hospital beds. crutches, and other hospital needs for home patients. The Board 'dth the help of the Eastern Star Board of Relief, now has such equipment, which is loaned to Masons. members of the Eastern Star and their families. The turnover of these sickroom necessities is amazing. For example, one Sunday morning. three wheel chairs, a walker and a hospital bed were returned, and by evening, two of the chairs, the walker and hospital bed. and three pairs of crutches were again in service. No charge is made for the use of this equipment. they only ask that it be returned promptly when no longer needed. Blood is the major problem of the Board. and it has made every effort possible to find the solution. but to no avail. Promises of donations have been made by members, but forgotten like last winter's snow. and only remembered when the members themselves are hrought face to face with the need. The miserable failure to respond is here· shown-twenty-three hospital cases, each with a plea for blood varying from one to ten pints each. The local members gave only eight pints, the Red Cross twenty. hence many pleas are still unanswered. Blood is a personal possession and must be given voluntarily. It costs the donor only a moment's discomfort, but may mean life or death to the recipient. Our memhers must be made to realize that if they do not give blood to build a reserve. they cannot when in dire need. expect to receive what they neglected to give when they were able. There are no vacations or regular hours in relief. It is twenty-four hours, seven days a week job, as death. injury and misfortune know no union schedule. and each emergency must he met when it occurs. There can be no set time for interviews. and each problem must be listened to patiently. A hungry person must be fed. This Board gives this service. and has never wilfully neglected a call for aid. It has made mistakes and has frequently been criticised, but it has benefited by the

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lessons learned, and has always renewed its efforts to be more useful. Its members have learned to work together and to overlook each other's weaknesses. The financial statement in substance is as follows: Balance, cash on hand, July I, 1954

Rece.i~ts:

InitiatiOns Interest Redemptions, savings bonds Refunds

$2,052.00 37.50 1,760.00 1,022.94

586.22

4,872.44 $5,458.66

Disbursements: Office rent and supplies Flowers President's expense Relief Salaries Telephone, telegrams, taxes and miscellaneous

. . . . . .

$ 544.15 111.32 400.00 1,042.26 1,780.00 677.37

Balance, cash on hand, June 30, 1955 Reconciliation: Savings bonds Deposit in bank Grand Lodge of Iowa, Charity Fund Petty cash

8,000.00 208.06 695.00 86.17

Resources of the Board, June 30, 1955

4,555.60 $

903.06

$8,989.23

Herman Linck is President, and Lendall M. Anderson is Secretary. Mrs. Jeanette Johnson, daughter of our late Brother Andrew j; O'Reilly, is in charge of the office which is at her home, 3872 Hartford Street. Her interest never lags. The Masonic Employment Bureau of St. Louis and St. Louis County. Placements made by the Board during the year are as follows: 85 Master Masons, 13 widows, 13 wives, 56 daughters, 33 sons, 1 brother, 18 sisters, 2 mothers, 9 Eastern Stars, 2 Jobs Daughters and 67 non-affiliates, which includes sons of Master Masons who have reached their majority, and other relatives. This makes a total of 299 placements, which is an increase of 39 placements over the previous year. As stated in previous reports, the efforts of this Bureau are devoted primarily to securing positions for unemployed Master Masons, their wives, widows, sons, daughters, and dependent members of their immediate families. In order to maintain the Bureau's reputation with the employer as a dependable source of supply for honest and efficient help in all categories, positions are sometimes filled by nonaffiliates when no qualified Masons or affiliates are available, but only in such cases. The financial statement in substance is as follows: Balance, June 30, 1954 Receipts: Per Capita Tax Rebate, insurance polic}'

$ 2,157.92

$9,398.70 17.05

9,415.75 $11,573.67

Disbursements: Salaries Telephones Rent, office Automobile Social Security, postage and printing

. . . . .

$6,720.00 558.25 766.50 420.00 492.27

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9,402.86

Balance, June 30, 1955 U. S. Governmen t honds

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$2,170.81 1,500.00

Total assets of the Bureau

$3,670.81

Insurance, organizations, miscellaneous

The accomplishments of the Bureau cannot be measured in dollars and cents, as each year a numher of the Brethren, and in some cases their immediate survivors, are spared the humiliation of becoming a burden to the Fraternity. We feel a fraternal need has been accomplished, and earnestly solicit a continuance of the confidence, loyalty and respect the Grand Lodge has always held for this great institution of Freemasonry, the \lasonic Employment Bureau of Freemasonry, a most practical agency. Elmer C. Coewert is President, and Chester W. Cook is Employment Manager. THIS COl\L\flTTEE'S CO\IME~TS THE ST. LOUIS

FINA;,\/CIAL STATE:\IENT

The item of $86.17 petty cash is included under the general heading, "Reconciliation" when it should have heen in "Cash on Hand July I, 1954," with appropriate changes following. The final result will be the same; Resources of the Board, June 30, 1955, $8,989.23. In this heading "Reconciliation" here is another item: Savings Bonds, $,8,000.00. This raises the question: What Savings Bonds? Are they E, F or G Bonds? Is this $8,000.00 matured value or current value? The Secretary should promptly file a supplemental report giving detailed information about the "Savings Bonds." REPORTS OF ST. JOSEPH

AI\D COLU:\lBIA AND RELATED MATIERS

In connection with these reports it was necessary for the Committee to turn to the applicable provision of our By-Laws. It is Sec. 196, By-Laws of 1947, as amended in 1953. It speaks for itself and is as follO\\'s: Sec. 196--Bom'ds of Relief. In citics and towns where therc are two or more and less than thirty lodges, and in areas where thirty or more lodges have concurrent jurisdiction, the Master of cach lodge shall, immediately after his installation, appoint two of its members who shall be members of a Gencral Board of Relief for said city, town or area, to which Board transient applicants for charity shall be referred, and if found worthy, relicved. Each of said Boards of Relief shall, before September first of each Grand Lodge year, if it deems it necessary, make an assessment against each of the lodges in its respective jurisdiction, not excceding the sum of fi\"e dollars for each candidate initiated during said current Grand Lodge year; provided, however, that no assessments shall be made for said current Grand Lodge year by such of said Boards, if any, which, at the heginning of said current Grand Lodge year, shall have on hand the following amounts: (A) In areas where thirty or more lodges have concurrent jurisdiction, the sum of ten thousand dollars; (B) In cities and t()\\'IlS having more than five and less than thirty lodges, the sum of five thousand dollars; (C) In cities and towns having more than two and not exceeding five lodges, the sum of one thousand dollars; (D) In cities and tOWIlS having t\\·o lodges, the sum of two hundred dollars. The words "Grand Lodge Year"' shall mean the period from July I through June 30 as covered hy the Grand Lodge report each year. Each lodge in this jurisdiction, other than those herein before specified, shall select one or more of its members as a Board of Relief and shall provide sufficient funds for the relief of transient applicants, if found worthy.

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By the addition of Saxton ~o. 508 St. Joseph is now in Class (B)-cities having more than five and less than thirty lodges and must keep on hand $5,000.00. The item in this year's report: "Assessment, Saxton Lodge ;'\0. 508, :'-Jew Member, S50.00" is just a voluntary contribution, as we are informed. From now on St. Joseph should observe the provisions of Section 196 applicable to it. Columbia is not the only city in Class (D): "In cities and towns havin~ two lodges, the sum of two hundred dollars." Others are: Hannibal, Independence, Joplin, Kirksville, Sedalia. Inquiries result in the informatioll that compliance with Section 196 is casual, if at all. At least there arc no reports from any but Columbia. The lodges of these cities should become a"'are of Section 196 and comply with it. Your Committee is not heing just "TcchnicaL" These local "\lasonic Boards of Relief" arc the service stations of the Craft through which we render assistance, perhaps just a word of encouragemcnt, a fricndly handclasp to the Brother away from his home jurisdiction. It is the opportunity to enrich our assistallce "'ith the spirit of \Iasonic kindness and sympathy. Respectfully submitted, \\'. F. \VOODRUFF, Chairman, l\l\lES

\V. SKELLY,

JESSE

:\IOORE,

CHAS.

\V. :\ICCLEI.IA.]\;, \V. \VAG]\;ER.

EUlER

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON RECOGNITION OF FOREIGN GRAND LODGES

The report of the Committee on Recognition of Foreign Grand Lodges was presented and adopted and is as follm\"s: To the Grand Lodge A. F. and A. AI. of the Stale of AI issouri: BRETHREN: Your Committee on Recognition of Foreign Grand Lodges desires to make the following recommendations as to recognition: In the belief that the \Iasonic Fraternity of I\'orth America are not taking enough interest in the doings of our brethren in South America; and knO\\'ing that there are a numbcr of lodges there deserving of recognition, we suggest the recognition of the following grand lodges: BRAZIL

Grand Lodge of Amazonas and Acre Grand Lodge of Bahia Grand Lodge of Ceara Grand Lodge of Para Grand Lodge of Paraiha (Parahyha) Grand Lodge of Piaui Grand Lodge of Pernamhuco. COLO:\fBlA

Grand Lodge of Rarranquilla Grand Lodge of Bogota Grand Lodge of Cartagena. Grand Lodge of Ecuador. Only by a policy of recognizing all deserving grand lodges may we expect to attain that Universality of Freemasonry on \d1ich \\'e pride ourseh"es, and through which we expect to bring peace to a troubled \\'orid.

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The Committee is under obligation to Most Worshipful Ray V. Denslow for preparing this report. Fraternally submitted, G. C. MARQUIS, Chairman, HAROLD L. READER, WILLIAM R. DENSLOW.

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON UNFINISHED BUSINESS

R. W. Brother Frank A. Miller, Chairman, presented the report of the Committee on Unfinished Business which was adopted and is as follows: To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, A. F. and A. M. of Missouri: Your Committee is pleased to report that there is no unfinished business to come before the Grand Lodge. FRANK A. MILLER, Chairman. w. M. BROTHER WILLIAM R. GENTRY M. W. Brother William R. Gentry, Past Grand Master, 86 years of age this date, was presented, and the brethren sang "Happy Birthday," to which Brother Gentry responded cordially. APPOINTMENTS

Freelon K. Hadley, R. W. Grand Lecturer Harold O. Grauel, R. W. Senior Grand Deacon Bruce H. Hunt, R. W. Junior Grand Deacon Robert H. Mann, R. 'V. Senior Grand Steward John A. Witthaus, R. W. Junior Grand Steward J. Renick Jones, R. W. Senior Grand Marshal R. Jasper Smith, R. W. Junior Grand Marshal Martin B. Dickinson, R. W. Grand Sword Bearer Arthur U. Goodman, Jr., R. W. Grand Pursuivant Emmett L. Robison, R. W. Grand Chaplain Samuel Thurman, R. W. Grand Chaplain Herbert E. Duncan, R. W. Grand Chaplain Ira T. Gragg, R. W. Grand Chaplain Arno Franke, R. W. Grand Chaplain Ernest D. Baker, R. W. Grand Chaplain George A. Wilson, R. W. Grand Orator Russell A. Grosch, R. W. Grand Tiler. INSTALLATION

The hour for installation having arrived, M. W. Brother Willis J. Bray, assisted by M. W. Brother Morris Ewing, as Grand Marshal, and R. W. Brother Arno Franke, as Grand Chaplain, installed the following officers: WILLIAM

J. CRAIG . • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M. W. Grand Master

HAROLD M. JAYNE • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . R. W. Deputy Grand Master FRANK P. BRIGGS . • • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . R. W. Senior Grand Warden ROBERT L. ARONSON • . . . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . R. W. Junior Grand Warden JAMES M. DEWITl· . • . • • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . R. W. Grand Treasurer HAROLD L. READER • . . • • . . . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . R. W. Grand Secretary FREELON K. HADLEY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . . . . R. W. Grand Lecturer

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HAROLD O. GRAUEL. . . . . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . . . • • . . R. W. Senior Grand Deacon BRUCE H. HUNT • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • • . . . . . . . . R. W. Junior Grand Deacon ROBERT H. MANN • . . . . . . . . . . • • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . R. W. Senior Grand Steward JOHN A. WITTHAUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . . . . . R. W. Junior Grand Steward

J. RENICK JONES . • . . . . • . . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .R. W. Senior Grand Marshal R. JASPER SMITH . . . . • . . . . • • . . . . . . . . ,

R. W. Junior Grand Marshal

MARTIN B. DICKINSON • . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . R. W. Grand Sword Bearer ARTHUR U. GOODMAN, JR

R. W. Grand Pursuivant

EMMETT L. ROBISON . . • . . . . . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . R. W. Grand Chaplain SAMUEL THURMAN • . . . . . . . . . . . . . • • . . . . . . . . . . .R. W. Grand Chaplain

R. W. Grand Chaplain

HERBERT E. DUNCAN

IRA T. GRAGG • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . • • • • . . . . R. W. Grand Chaplain ARNO FRANKE • • . . . . . . . . • . . . . . • . • . . . • . . . . . . . . R. W. Grand Chaplain ERNEST D. BAKER . . . . . . . • . . . . . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . . R. W. Grand Chaplain GEORGE A. WILSON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . R. W. Grand Orator RUSSELL A. GROSCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . R. W. Grand Tiler

Following the installation M. W. Brother Mitchell presented Grand Master Craig with the Grand Master's Jewel, and M. W. Brother Harold L. Reader, Grand Secretary, presented Grand Master Crai~ with the Grand Master's Apron. M. W. Brother W. F. Woodruff presented M. W. Brother Mitchell with a Past Grand Master's Jewe!. A large delegation of brethren from Gate of The Temple Lodge, Grand Master Craig's own lodge, led by the Worshipful Master, was introduced at the Altar, and Brother William Craig, the Grand Master's son, recently made a Master Mason. on behalf of the Lodge, presented his father, The Grand Master, with a silk hat. Then the Frisco Ashlar Club of St. Louis was introduced and presented Grand Master Craig with an apron case. A telegram of congratulation was then read from St. John'S Commandery, K. T. of Springfield, Grand Master Craig's own commandery. BENEDICTION

The Grand Chaplain then pronounced the benediction. CLOSING

The Most Worshipful Grand Lod~e, A. F. and A. M. of the State of Missouri rested from its labors and was closed in Ample Form at 12: 10 p.m. this day, the twenty-eighth day of September, 1955, no further business appearing, to meet again in St. Louis, Missouri, the last Tuesday, viz: the twenty-fifth day of September, 1956. HAROLD L. READER,

Grand Secretary. STANDING COMMITTEES 1955·1956

Jurisprudence-Henry W. Fox, Chairman, 1200 Land Bank Bldg., Kansas City, Mo.; Sam Wilcox, 206 N. Noyes Blvd., St. Joseph, Mo.; Harry Gershenson, 506 Olive, St. Louis, Mo.; John Bond, 709 Joplin National Bank Bldg., Joplin, Mo.; C. Lew Gallant, 706 Chestnut St., St. Louis, Mo. Appeals and Grievances-Robert L. Hoy, Chairman, 605 W. 47th St., Kansas

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City 41, Mo.; Marvin E. Boisseau, 706 Olive St., St. Louis, Mo.; E. L. Redman, Patton Bldg., Albany, Mo.; Ralph V. Wilson, 1008 Kuhs Pl., St. Louis, Mo.; Herbert C. Hoffman, 1212 Dierks Bldg., Kansas Cit)', Mo. Ways and Means-W. H. Utz, Jr., Chairman (2), Tootle Bldg., St. Joseph, Mo.; S. L. Jewett (I), Boonville, Mo.; Harry Theis (1), 314 ~. 4th St., St. Louis, Mo.; Frank A. Lcwis (2), 3201 Park Ave., Kansas City, Mo.; Oliver Luft (3), 315 N. 12th St., St. Louis I, Mo. Credentials-Fred Knight, Chairman, 9th and Harrison, Kansas City 6, Mo.; George Prater, 321 E. Macon, Carthage, Mo.; Gcorge McKean, Lexington, Mo.; Lowell H. Scott, 1347 S. Jefferson, Springfield, \10.; Seibert Etter, 1349-a McCausland, St. Louis, Mo. Mileage and Per Diem-Walter Shrodes, Chairman, 1708 S. Main, Burlington, Iowa; J. L. Lutes, Flat River, Mo.; John W. Adams, Marshall, Mo.; I. W. Nichols, 106 West Dunklin, Jefferson City, :\10.; George l'vliller, Excello, Mo. Ritual-Freelon K. Hadley, Chairman, 3412 Duncan St., St. Joseph, 1\10.; J. Bennett Klingner, 436 E. Pacific, Springfield. \10.; Brace E. Kitchell, I61R Yale, Richmond Heights, Mo.; L. Marshall Hollenbeck, Sikeston, Mo.; Joseph A. Halley, 2410 Wismer Rd., Overland, Mo.; George :\1. :\lcAninch, 3806 Euclid, Kansas City. '10.; Anthony F. Ittner, Emeritus, RR. i'\o. 2, Hillsboro, Mo. CorreslJondence-Ray V. Denslow, Trcnton, :\10. Necrology-James W. Skelly, Chairman, 3637 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis 8, Mo.; Emmett L. Rohison, St. Francis Hotel, St. Joseph, \10.; Samuel Thurman, 225 S. Skinker Blvd., St. Louis, \10. Auditing-C. K. Benson Company. Grand Master's Address-Orestes \litchell, Jr., Chairman, St. Joseph, Mo. And all Past Grand Masters in attendance. Unfinished Business-Paul A. King, 502 Holland Bldg., Springfield, Mo. Entertainment of Distinguished Guests-George F. Morrison, Chairman, 1250 Macklind, St. Louis; John Alverson, 7335 Zephyr Pl., St. Louis 17, Mo.; Richard H. Bennett, 1501 Locust St., St. Louis, \10. Transportation and Hotels-William F. 'filler, 1600 Missouri Pacific Bldg., St. Louis, Mo. Chartered Lodges-Robert Lee Barger, Chairman, 317 E. Dent St., Ironton, Mo.; W. R. Howell, Box 362, Shelbina, Mo.; Vernie G. Fisher, 903 Harrison, Kansas City 6, Mo.; Sam Kahn, Rockport, ~10.; O. Rex Orr, Cameron, 1\10. Lodges U. D.-L. O. Weigel, Chairman, Box 331, St. Joseph, Mo.; Harry C. Ploetze, 4636 Quincy St., St. Louis 16, \10.; W. R. Usher, 1501 Paris Ave., Hannibal, Mo.; Wm. Denslow, Trenton, 1\10.; Thomas n. Williamson, 4508 Paseo, Kansas City, 1\10. Relief and Charity-Russell E. Murray, Chairman, 4870 :'I:atural Bridge Ave., St. Louis, Mo.; Robert L. Aronson, Civil Courts Bldg., St. Louis I, Mo.; Frank P. Briggs, Macon, 1\10.; Joseph A. Halley, 2410 Wismer Rd., Overland 14, Mo.; A. B. Vanlandingham, 3 :'-1. Garth Ave., Columbia, :\10. Masonic Boards of Relief-W. F. Woodruff, Chairman (3), 314 Temple Bldg., 903 Grand, Kansas City, Mo.; James W. Skelly (I), 3637 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis 8, Mo.; Jesse Moore (2), Box 342, Station D., St. Joseph, Mo.; Charles W. McClellan (3), 4215 Athlone Ave., St. Louis, :\10.; Elmer W. Wagner (3), 750 Hawhrook Rd., Glendale, Mo. Building Supervisory Board-Walter J. Bublitz, Chairman (2), 6629 Overhill Rd., Kansas City 13, Mo.; James 1\.1. Bradford (2), 4165a Shaw Ave., St. Louis, Mo.; Fred Heuerman (I), 4826 Penrose Ave., St. Louis, Mo. Masonic Educati01l-John A. Witthaus, Chairman (2), Court House, Clayton 5, Mo.; Homer L. Ferguson (2), Box 744, Kirksville, Mo.; Harold O. Grauel (I), State College, Cape Girardeau, Mo.; Byrne E. Bigger (I), Court House, Hannibal,

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Mo.; George C. Marquis (3), 114 E. Ruby St., Independence, Mo.; George G. Harrison (3), 520 S. Jefferson, Springfield, Mo. SPECIAL COMMITTEES 1955-1956

Masonic Temple Association of St. Louis-Elmer Wagner, Chairman, 750 Hawbrook Rd., Glendale, Mo.; Robert C. Brinkman, 611 Olive St., St. Louis I, Mo.; Louis F. Dahn, 5968 DeGiverville, St. Louis, Mo. George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association-Bert S. Lee, Chairman, 1324 Washington, Springfield, Mo.; Anthony F. Ittner, RR. No.2, Hillsboro, Mo.; Harry S. Truman, Independence, Mo. Recognition of Foreign Grand Lodges-Ray V. Denslow, Chairman, Trenton, Mo.; Harold L. Reader, 3681 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis 8, Mo.; Harris C. Johnston, Boonville, Mo.; Ray Bond, 709 Joplin National Bank Bldg., Joplin, Mo. Masonic Publications-Arthur U. Goodman, Jr., Chairman, Kennett, Mo.; Eugene Andereck, Trenton, Mo.; Price Shoemaker, Corby Bldg., St. Joseph, Mo.; Henry G. Diller, 450 California Ave., Webster Groves 19, Mo.; J. P. Hall, Lexington, Mo. Program for District Meetings-Robert L. Aronson, Chairman, Civil Courts Bldg., St. Louis 1, Mo.; Harold L. Reader, 3681 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis 8, Mo.; Harold O. Grauel, State College, Cape Girardeau, Mo.; Bruce H. Hunt, Box 88, Kirksville, Mo.; Robert H. Mann, 101 W. 11th St., Kansas City, Mo. LIVING PAST GRAND MASTERS OF THIS JURISDICTION

Name and Location Bert S. Lee, 1324 Washington, Springfield William W. Martin, 5540 Delmar Blvd., St. Louis Anthony F. Ittner, 2353 South Compton Avenue, St. Louis Byrne E. Bigger, Courthouse, Hannibal William R. Gentry, 717 Louderman Building, St. Louis Ray V. Denslow, Trenton F. C. Barnhill, Marshall DuVal Smith, Courthouse, St. Joseph James W. Skelly, 3637 Lindell Boulevard, St. Louis Harold L. Reader, 3681 Lindell Boulevard, St. Louis Henry C. Chiles, Lexington Harry S. Truman, Independence Harris C. Johnston, Boonville Forrest C. Donnell, 4615 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis 8 W. F. Woodruff, 314 Temple Bldg., 903 Grand, Kansas City Willis J. Bray, 4500 Birchman, Fort Worth, Texas Solon Cameron, Metropolitan Building, St. Louis Morris E. Ewing, Morrisville Harry F. Sunderland, 4302 Woodland Ave., Kansas City 4 James M. Bradford, 4165A Shaw Ave., St. Louis Ray Bond, 709 Joplin Nat'l Bank Building, Joplin Homer L. Ferguson, Box 744, Kirksville Richard O. Rumer, 1509 Washington Ave., St. Louis James M. Sellers, Lexington Orestes Mitchell, Jr. DISTRICT DEPUTY G. Mo'. 1955-1956 1. Samuel T. Logan, Memphis 2. E. Lee Baker, Box 242, Kirksville

Year of Seroice 1922-23 1925-26 1927-28 1928-29 1930-31 1931-32 1933-34 1934-35 1935-36 1937-38 1938-39 1940-41 1941-42 1942-43 1943-44 1944-46 1946-47 1947-48 1948-49 1949-50 1950-51 1951-52 1952-53 1953-54 1954-55

DISTRICT DEPUTY LECTURERS 1955-1956 l. Merle Graham, Kahoka 2. Leo B. Kennedy, Edina

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3. John S. Stillwell, Lucerne 4. Wm. R. Denslow, Trenton 5. R. L. Grun, New Hampton 6. G. F. Kling, 109 N. Smith, Albany 7. Lloyd E. Fine, RR. 2, Hopkins 8. Lawrence R. Fawks, Forest City 9. Sidney D. Clark, 1716 Jules St., St. Joseph 10. Warren Gallinger, Union Star 11. C. D. Kelley, Plattsburg 12. A. E. Hoover, Chillicothe 13. Virgil Slaughter, Meadville 14. J. Clyde Butler, Macon 15. Elmo Davis, La Bclle 16. Theo. L. Graue, Eolia 17. Howard Shirley, Perry 18. Dale Ward, 908 S. Clark, Moberly 19. Milton J. Daily, Brunswick 20. Earl Deardorff, Hale 21. Orville Van Cleave, Gashland 22. Grant A. Murry, 421 Prospect, Kansas City 24 23. J. Lyn Rider, 1702 Franklin Ave., Lexington 24. Dorsey Bail, 354 W. Summit, Marshall 25. Reuben D. Humc, Armstrong 26. J. Edward Richardson, Harrisburg 27. A. W. Griffith, Fulton 28. Harry E. Ball, Montgomery City 29. Jack Vann, Elsberry 30. James H. Rudd, Foristell 31. John Rich, 217 Pine, Jefferson City 32. J. Dan Shepard, Union 33-a. Alfred M. Frager, 1219 Washington, St. Louis 33-b. James J. Ritterskamp, Jr., 2301 Parkridge, St. Louis 17 34. Wm. H. Hedrick, Pleasant Hill 35. Amos L. Bright, Jr., Adrain 36. Lloyd C. Kennon, 1455 S. Sneed, Sedalia 37. Joseph S. Kidwcll, Windsor 38. Claude T. Wood, Richland 39. W. W. Jackson, St. James 40. Lee F. Rowe, Potosi 41. Samuel B. Brown III, Bolivar 42. Parks Bacon, Eldorado Springs 43. Urban B. Jone~, Box 232, Nevada 44. Ralph E. Brown, 923 S. Madison, Webb City

1955

3. Joseph W. Moore, Newtown 4. John E. Reece, Jr., Milan 5. Wilbur Scott Christie, New Hampton 6. Glenn V. Bulla, King City 7. Vernon V. Goslee, Skidmore 8. Sam Kahn, Rockport 9. Wm. E. Jamicson, 2815 Faraon St., St. Joseph 10. Charles B. Whitchurch, Winston II. Joe L. Moore, 809 N. Lightburne, Liberty 12. Herbert F. Woolsey, Mooresville 13. Warren W. Dray, Linneus 14. Virgil Culler, Shelbyville 15. Lee B. Turner, 2610 Owens Ave., Hannibal 16. Russell J. Rowe, Louisiana 17. Francis A. Ely, Monroe City 18. Edwin B. Hawkins. Higbee 19. Irvin Williams. Sumner 20. Charles S. Rutt, 410 N. Jefferson, Carrollton 21. Arthur C. Mothershead, Gashland 22. Cccil W. Kirby, 10416 E. 28 St. Terrace, Independence 23. John R. Bridges, 1700 Olive, Higginsville 24. Daniel W. Krumsiek, Shackleford 2.5. Frank A. Arnold, 733 Main St.. Boonville 26. Turner A. Barnhart, Columbia 27. Everett W. Torreyson, 1208 E. Jackson. Mexico 28. Paul A. Thomas, Mont!~omery City 29. Hollis R. Howerton, 311 S. Cuivre, Bowling Green 30. Joseph B. Peyton, 616 Washington, St. Charles 31. Frank V. Jones. 304 Randolph, California 32. Wm. S. Juergens, Sullivan 33. Ernest B. McCormick. 3412 Wyoming, St. Louis 18 34. Roy L. Johnston, Belton 3.5. Ralph O. Fritts, Amsterdam 36. Henry E. Richardson, 317 W. 5th St.. Sedalia 37. Philip D. Trainer, Clinton 38. John H. Hicks, Box 527, Lebanon 39. W. Frank Houk, St. James 40. James D. Elliott, 223 St. Louis St., DeSoto 41. L. B. Parrish, Bolivar 42. David E. Ruark, S. Greenfield 43. John R. Walker, Box 357, Nevada 44. George F. Prater, 321 E. Macon, Carthage

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45. Osa L. Godfrey, HOI N. West St., Springfield 46. J. C. Nickle, Mountain Grove 47. Friend B. Greene, Eminence 48. Jesse L. Holloway, Elvins 49. Daniel F. Jones, Whitewater 50. Aubrey French, Charleston !)1. Frank C. Kindred, Caruthersville 52. Henry A. Tanner, Doniphan 53. J. Fred Park, West Plains 54. Raymond H. Patterson, Galena 55. George Fagan, Wheaton 56. Earle D. Young, Stella 57. Paul D. Bragg, 548 Oakwood, Webster Groves 19 58. A. Roscoe White, Eldon 59. Byron Auld, Buckner

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45. William Nail, 833 South Ave., Springfield 46. H. LeRoy Grassle, Cabool 47. Robert W. Adams, Van Buren 48. Oran J. Holdman, 401 Bell Ave., Bonne Terre 49. James T. Childress, 631 North, Cape Girardeau 50. L. M. Hollenbeck, Sikeston 51. J. John Shipman, 203 E. Washington, Kennett 52. Thomas J. Davis, Jr., Piedmont 53. A. E. Blackwood, 418 N. Sycamore, Willow Springs .r>4. Duane Eiserman, Branson ,r>5. Charles W. Werdein, Aurora 56. James D. Hurst, 611 Oak Ridge Dr., ~eosho 57. John E. Adams, 219 S. Clark Ave., Ferguson 21 58. Claude W. Dunnaway, Versailles ,r>9. Owen S. Taylor, 1119 W. 26th, Independence

LIST OF GRAND SECRETARIES AND THEIR ADDRESSES

Alabama, C. H. Stubinger, Box 98, Montgomery. Arizona, Joseph A. E. Ivey, P. G. M., Box 1488, Tucson. Arkansas, L. Leland McDaniel, P. G.' M., (acting), Little Rock. California, Lloyd E. Wilson, P. G. M., 25 Van Ness Ave., San Francisco 2. Colorado, Harry W. Bundy, 300 Masonic Temple, Denver. Connecticut, Earle K. Haling, P. G. M., 201 Ann St., Hartford 3. Delaware, Chester R. Jones, 818 Market St., Wilmington 24. District of Columbia, Raymond N. Babcock, Masonic Temple, Washington 5. Florida, George W. Huff, 512 Masonic Temple, Jacksonville 2. Georgia, Daniel W. Locklin, 811 Mulberry, Macon. Idaho, Clyde I. Rush, P. G. M., Box 1677, Boise. Illinois, Richard C. Davenport, P. G. M., Harrisburg. Indiana, Dwight L. Smith, P. G. M., Masonic Temple, Indianapolis. Iowa, Earl B. Delzell, Masonic Library, Cedar Rapids. Kansas, Arthur H. Strickland, P. G. M., Topeka. Kentucky, Alpheus E. Orton, P. G. M., 200 Shubert Bldg., Louisville 2. Louisiana, D. Peter Laguens, Jr., 300 Masonic Temple, New Orleans.

~1aine, Convers

E. Leach, Masonic Temple, Portland. Maryland, Claud Shaffer, Masonic Temple, Bal timore 1. Massachusetts, Earl W. Taylor, 51 Boylston St., Boston 16. ~Iichigan, Charles T. Sherman, P. G. M., Masonic Temple, Grand Rapids 3. Minnesota, David E. Palmer, Masonic Temple, St. Paul. Mississippi, Sid F. Curtis, Meridian. Missouri, Harold L. Reader, P. G. M., 3681 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis 8. Montana, Byron F. Gaither, Box 896, Helena. ~ebraska, Carl R. Greisen, 401 Masonic Temple, Omaha. Nevada, E. C. Peterson, P. G. M., Carson City. New Hampshire, J. Melvin Dresser, P. G. M., Concord. New Jersey, Isaac Cherry, Masonic Temple, Trenton. New Mexico, Chandler C. Thomas, Box 535, Albuquerque. New York, Edward R. Carman, 7I W. 23d St., New York City. North Carolina, Wilbur L. McIver, Box 3068, Raleigh. ~orth Dakota, Harold S. Pond, P. G. M., Fargo. Ohio, H. S. Johnson, P. G. M., Masonic Temple, Cincinnati 2.

134

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

Oklahoma, J. Fred Latham, P. G. M., Masonic Temple, Guthrie. Oregon, Harry D. Proudfoot, P. G. M., Masonic Temple, Portland. Pennsylvania, George S. Avery, Masonic Temple, Philadelphia. Rhode Island, N. Arthur Hyland, 127 Dorrance St., Providence 3. South Carolina, Henry F. Collins, P. G. M., 901 Palmetto State Life Bldg., Columbia. South Dakota, Elvin F. Strain, Box 468, Sioux Falls. Tennessee, T. E. Doss, P. G. M., Box 216, Nashville.

Texas, Harvey C. Byrd, Box 446, Waco. Utah, E. Roy Gibson, P. G. M., Masonic Temple, Salt Lake City. Vermont, Aaron H. Grout, P. G. M., Burlington. Virginia, Dr. James N. Hillman, P. G. M., Masonic Temple, Richmond. Washington, John I. Preissner, Masonic Temple, Tacoma 3. West Virginia, Frank F. Flaig, P. G. M., Box 2346, Charleston 28. Wisconsin, Paul W. Grossenbach, 705 East Wells St., Milwaukee 2. Wyoming, Irving E. Clark, Masonic Temple, Casper.

Grand Lodge Alberta Argentina Austria Brazil (Rio De Janeiro) Brazil (Rio Grands do SuI) Brazil (Minas Gerais) British Columbia

Grand Secretary Edward H. Rivers A. Lappas Rudolph Rappos Jacy Garnier de Baccellar Joad Yorge Rihi

Canada

Ewart G. Dixon

Chile China

Cesar Bunster Calderon David W. K. Au, P. G. M.

Costa Rica Cuba

Enrique Chaves B. Dr. Jose F. Castellanos

Denmark

H. E. Iversen

England

Sydney A. White, M. O.

Finland

Bruno Kivikoski

France (Nat'l Grand Lodge) Guatemala

L. F. Poirson

Greece

Sergio A. Ivanenko J. H. N. Morgan, P. G. M.

Manuel A. Trihoullier

Ireland

Dr. Panayiotis Hadjipetros J. O. Harte

Israel Italy (Grand Orient) Iceland

Eliezer Dubinsky Enzo Munitillo Olafer Gislason

Manitoba

Thomas O. Jackson

Mexico

Carl E. DeVries

(York)

Mexico (Campeche)

1955

Omar C. Livera G.

Address Calgary Buenos Aires Vienna Caixo Postal No. 22L? Caixo Postal 683, Porta Alegra Caixo Postal 5, Bela Horizonte 692 Seymour St., Vancouver P. O. Drawer 217, Hamilton, Ont. Casillo 2867, Santiago Alford House, 2 Upper Albert Road, Hongkong, B. C. C. San Jose Carlos III, No. 508, Havana Blegdamsvej 23, Copenhagen Freemasons' Hall London W.C. 2 P. Esplanadik 35, East Helsinki 65 Boulevard Bineau, Neuilly-sur-Seine Apartado Postel 312, Guatemala City ]9 Acharnon St., Athens Freemasons' Hall, Molesworth St., Dublin Tel Aviv Rome Freemasons' Hall, Borgartun 4, Reykjavik Masonic Temple, Winnipeg Apartado 1986 Mexico, D. F. Apartado 17, Campeche, Camp.

1955

135

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Mexico (Cosmos)

Rigoberto

Mexico

Abel E. Elizondo

(El Potosi)

Mexico (Nueva Leon) Mexico

(Occidental)

Trevino

Ernesto de Villarreal Cantu Joaquin Yanez Albarron

~10nterrey

Karl 1':uckell

Apartado 9, Guadalajara Apartado 419, Tampico Apartado 10, Mexico City 22 Fluweelen Burgwal, The Hague Saint John Sydney Box 1193, Wellington Box 102, Managua, D. N. Nicaragua N. Volgate 19, Oslo Freemasons' Hall, Halifax Panama City 520 San Marcelino, Manila Box 112, Charlottetown Santurce, P. R. Masonic Temple, :\fontreal Box 675, K.G.P.O., Brisbane Segunda Calle, Ariente 27 P. O. Box 246, Regina 96 George St., Edinburgh Freemasons' Hall. Adelaide Frimurareorden. Blasieholmsgatan 6. Stockholm Bogenschu tzenstrasse 8, Berne Hobart Friedenau. Hackenstrasse 2. Berlin Frankfurt-on-Main

Jesus M. Chango G. C. W. Davis, P.S.G.W. N. J. Munro, P.S.G.W.

Apartado 927. Caracas 25 Collins St., Melbourne Freemasons' Hall, Perth

Mexico (Tamaulipas) Mexico (Valle de Mexico) Netherlands

Arnulfo G. Lapeyrette Manuel Hernandez Leon

New Brunswick New South Wales New Zealand Nicaragua

R. D. Magee James S. Miller F. G. Northern, P. G. D. Greg A. Tapia

Norway Nova Scotia Panama Philippine Islands

Odd Lie-Davidson Reginald V. Harris, K.C., P.G.M. :"athan A. Reid Mauro Barodi

Prince Edward Island Puerto Rico Quebec

F. A. Van Inderstine Emiliano !sales R. W. Louthood

Queensland

E. G. Radford, P.D.G.M.

San Salvador Saskatchewan Scotland South Australia

Jose Lacayo Tillez Robert A. Tate Alexander F. Buchan, ~1.B.E., B.S.C., Ph.D. F. J. Ellen, P.G.W.

Sweden

Dr. G. E. A. Bottiger

Swiss Alpina

F. Mueller-Ruegg

Tasmania United Grand Lodge in Berlin United Grand Lodge of Germany Venezuela Victoria Western Australia

Apartado 171, Chihuahua, Chih. Apartado 104, San Luis Potosi Apartado 309,

Dr. P. J. Van 1.00

H. A. Wilkinson, P.G.W. \V. E. \Veinmann

NUMERICAL LIST OF LODGES wrm DISTRICT NUMBERS AND CHARTER DATES

Missouri Meridian Beacon Ho\"ard United

. . . . .

33 33 33 25 45

Oct. 8,1816 May 6,1852 May 10, 1849 May 6.1852 May 20,1857

7. O'Sullivan

Oct. 19, 1867

2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

136 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 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. 59. 60. 61. 62. 63.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE Geo. Washington Agency Pauldingville Tyro Rising Sun Eolia Western Star Memphis....................... Clarksville Palmyra Paris Union St. Louis Havana Wellington Florida Wyaconda Naphtali Ava Evergreen St. John's Windsor........................ Huntsville Liberty......................... Humphreys Ralls Troy Mercer Cooper Hemple Callao De Witt Mt. Moriah Bismarck

33 9 30 40 21 16

Jefferson Fair Play Bonhomme Wentzville Fayette Fulton . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Holt Xenia Livingston Wakanda Weston Index Arrow Rock Tipton Richmond Monticello Centralia New Bloomfield Waverly Vincil Cambridge 64. Monroe 65. Pattonsburg 66. Grant City 67. 68. Kennett

31 41 57 30 25 27

1 16 15 17 33 6 9 17 15 33 46 32 15 37 18 11

3 17 29 4 25 11 14 20 33 48

1955 May 10, 1849 June I, 1866 May 8,1852 Apr. 7,1825 May 6,1852 Oct. 16, 1884 June I, 1866 May 6,1852 Oct. 8, 1830 Apr. 25, 1831 Mar. I, 1835 Oct. 24, 1836 Oct. 16, 1879 May 6,1852 May 6,1852 Oct. II, 1877 Oct. 14, 1839 Oct. 13, 1887 May 26,1864 Oct. 14,1839 June 2,1866 Oct. 8,1840 Oct. 9,1840 Oct. 13, 1887 June 9,1853 Oct. 7,1841 June 9,1853 Oct. 9,1841 Oct. 18, 1900 June 2,1866 Oct. 17,1878 Oct. 14, 1841 Oct. 6, 1891

Nov. 15, 1841 Oct. 18, 1900 Oct. 9,1846 June 2, 1866 Oct. 17, 1842 Oct. 17, 1842 May 25,1854 June 2,1866 Oct. 12, 1876 Oct. 17, 1842 Oct. 14, 1842 Oct. 16, 1884 Oct. 17, 1842 June 2,1866 Oct. 13, 1842 Oct. 12, 1842 Oct. 19, 1867 May 25,1854 May 2,1866 Oct. 19, 1867 June 2,1866 June 2,1866 May 29.1854 Oct.lO, 1894

Oct. 17, 1889

7 25 20 21 34 24 31 23 15 26 27 23 II 24 17 10

1955 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. 111. 112. 113. 114. 115. 116. 117. 118. 119. 120. 121. 122. 123. 124. 125. 126. 127. 128. 129.

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI Sullivan Armstrong Savannah Gorin Eureka Warren Silex Independence Lebanon St. Joseph Polar Star Bridgeton

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

Jackson Laclede Webster Groves Miami Brookfield Washington Defiance Friendship Russellville Madison Perseverance St. Mark's Vienna Pomegranate St. Andrew's Bethany Webster Mt. Vernon Ash Grove Bogard Bloomington West Vie,\, Heroine Kirksville Gallatin Greenville

. 13 . 38 . 57 . 24 . 13 . 42 . 6 . 12 . 31 . 17 . 16 . 49 . 39 . 33 . 14 . 5 . 45 . 55 . 45 . 20 . 14 . 49 . 22 . 2 . 10 . 52

Stanberry Marcus Trenton Maitland Plattsburg Twilight Laddonia Barnes Helena

. . . . . . . . .

6 48 4 8 II 26 27 46 9

De Soto Compass Erwin Triplett Hermann Union Star Gentryville Seaman Athens Lorraine Monett

. . . . . . . . . . .

40 21 33 19 32 10 6 3 6 5 55

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

32 25 9 1 19 19 29 59 39 9 33 '57

137

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

May 25, 1854 Oct. 28, 1844 Oct. 13,1892 Oct. 16, 1845 Oct. 20, 1845 Oct. 21,1897 Oct. 14, 1846 Oct. 14, 1847 Oct. 14, 1846 Oct. 14, 1846 Oct. 14, 1846

Oct. 15, 1846 May 25,1854 Oct. 21,1897 June 2,1866 June 2,1866 ...................... Oct. 12, 1847 ................... Oct. 17, 1878 ................... Oct. 12, 1847 ................... Oct. II, 1888 ................... Oct. 12, 1847 ................... Oct. 25,1847 ................... Oct. 14, 1847 ................... Oct. 17, 1878 ................... Sept. 21,1916 ................... May 10, 1848 ................... May 25,1854 ................... May 28,1858 ................... Oct. 19, 1867 ................... Oct. 17, 1899 ................... Oct. 14, 1886 ................... May 10, 1849 ................... Jan. 2, 1866 ................... May 10, 1849 ................... May 26,1864 ................... Oct. 16, 1879 ................... Oct. 14, 1886

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

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Oct. 17, 1878 May 10, 1849 May 9,1850 Oct. 19, 1867 May 9,1850 Oct. 19, 1867 Oct. 28, 1882 Oct. 17, 1879 Nov. 8,1924 Oct. 19, 1867 May 10,1850 May 9,1851 Oct. 12, 1893 May 10, 1850 Oct. 15, 1885 May 10, 1850 May 28, 1858 May 8,1851 Oct. 17, 1878 Oct. 16, 1890

138 130. 13I. 132. 133. 134. 135. 136. 137. 138. 139. 140. 14I. 142. 143. 144. 145. 146. 147. 148. 149. 150. 15I. 152. 153. 154. 155. 156. 157. 158. 159. 160. 16I. 162. 163. 164. 165. 166. 167. 168. 169. 170. 17I. 172. 173. 174. 175. 176. 177. 178. 179. 180. 18I. 182. 183. 184. 185. 186. 187. 188. 189. 190.

PROCEEDI~GS

1955

OF THE

Hume Potosi Farmington Star of the West Olean Braymer Phoenix Delphian Lincoln Oregon.........................

35 40 48 48 58 12 16 47 9 8

Oct. 14, 1886 May 8,1851 May 10, 1857 May 5,1851 May 30,1860 Oct. 17, 1889 May 9,1851 Oct. 17, 1895 June 2,1866 May 31, 1855

Amsterdam Pleasant Grove Irondale Modern Latimer

35 25 40 41 39

Sept. 27, 1906 May 31,1855 May 26,1864 Oct. 19, 1867 Oct. 19, 1899

Cass

Oct. 17, 1867

~f:~~~~o~ .:::::::::::::::::::::: 2~

Milton Linn Creek Bloomfield Ionic

18 38 50 48

June 4,1855 May 28,1858 June 11, 1865 Oct. 12,1869 .May 28, 1859 Oct. 17, 1901

Ashland North Star Mountain Grove Green City Pleasant Clifton Hill Whitesville Occidental Joachim

26 8 46 3 41 18 33 40

May 28, 1859 May 29,1856 Oct. 15, 1885 Oct. 16, 1884 Oct. 27,1867 Oct. 15, 1858 May 28,1856 May 29,1856 May 31,1856

Portageville

Oct. 16, 1890

14 32 26

May 22,1864 Oct. 19, 1867 May 30,1857 May 30,1857 Oct. 14, 1875 Oct. 23,1903 May 30,1857

51 46 28 33 33

May 30,1857 Oct. 19, 1867 May 28,1858 May 28,1858 Sept. 21,1916

Pilot Knob 46 California 31 Morley 50 Chamois....................... .31

Oct. 17, 1895 Oct. 19, 1898 Oct. 19,1899 May 28,1857

Hermon........................ Hannibal Zeredatha Putnam

Oct. 17, 1889 Mav 30,1859 28,1859 May 28,1859

Colony Camden Point Benevolence Hartford Censer Gray Summit Sturgeon Point Pleasant Texas Griswold Pride of the West Pyramid........................

21 12 3

43 15 9 3

May

1955 191. 192. 193. 194. 195. 196. 197. 198. 199. 200. 201. 202. 203. 204. 205. 206. 207. 208. 209. 210. 211. 212. 213. 214. 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.

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI Frankford Angerona Wellsville Bolivar Quitman Carthage Allensville New Hope Sonora Ravenwood Westville Brumley Rowley......................... Trilumina Somerset Clay Salisbury Poplar Bluff Unionville Hickory Hill Four Mile Rolla Forest City Hornersville Hale City Barbee Good Hope Albert Pike Kansas City Mystic Tie La Belle Ray............................ Hamilton Salem Saline Cypress. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Shelbina

16 11 28 41 7 44

139

33 22 22 49 15 23 12 39 48 13 14

May 26,1859 May 28,1859 May 30,1860 Oct. 19, 1867 May 30,1860 Oct. 19, 1867 May 30,1860 May 30,1880 Oct. 19, 1867 Oct. 13, 1892 June 2,1866 Oct. 17, 1878 Oct. 19, 1867 Dec. 9,1867 May 29,1861 May 30,1861 Oct. 19,1867 May 30,1861 May 30,1861 Oct. 19, 1867 Oct. 19, 1867 May 30,1861 May 30,1861 May 30, 1861 Oct. 12, 1893 Oct. 19,1867 May 30, 1861 Oct. 17, 1895 May 30,1861 May 30,1861 Oct. 11,1888 Sept. 21,1921 Oct. 19, 1867 May 29,1862 May 19, 1861 May 29,1862 May 29,1862

St. James Cardwell Polo Bucklin St. Francois

39 51 12 13 48

l\1ay 28, 1863 Oct. 19, 1899 Oct. 17, 1878 May 26, 1864 May 26,1864

Sedalia La Plata Rushville Hopewell

36 14 47

May 26, 1864 June 22, 1866 May 26,1865 Oct. 13, 1881

Palestine

May 26,1865

Keytone Middle Fabius.................. Knobnoster Montgomery Neosho.........................

33 1

36 28 56

May 26, 1865 May 26,1865 May 26, 1865 Jan. 12, 1920 May 28,1856

Carroll

Oct. 19, 1887

Hope

Oct. 16, 1868

29 8

7 19 38 21 24 3 11 19 52 3 31

51 39 8

51 20 24

140 252. 253. 254. 255. 256. 257. 258. 259. 260. 261. 262. 263. 264. 265. 266. 267. 268. 269. 270. 271. 272. 273. 274. 275. 276. 277. 278. 279. 280. 281. 282. 283. 284. 285. 286. 287. 288. 289. 290. 291. 292. 293.

1955

PROCEEDINGS OF THE Laredo Butler Alton Shekinah Lodge of Light Lodge of Love Mechanicsville

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

Holden Summit .. ..

.. .

4 35 53 40 5

Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1863 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868

1 30

Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 30, 1868

36 59

..,

Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868

Corinthian

Oct. 15, 1868

Aurora Lodge of Truth Brotherhood . .. New Salem ... .. Solomon...... .. Granite .. St. Clair .... ... . . . . . . . . . . Cold Spring . .. .. . . ..

33 14 9 29 45 36 37 36

Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 19, 1922 May 29,1862 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 16, 1879

Grand River '" Wm. D. Muir Essex Hogle's Creek

34 25 50 41

Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 11, 1878 Sept. 29, 1904 Oct. 15,1868

Fenton .. Cosmos...... Stockton . . . . . .. Canopy .... . . . . . . .. . . . . . Earl ..... ...

57 33 42 55 10

Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1869 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 17, 1889 Oct. 15, 1868

Craft ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Hermitage ... .. . . . . . . . . . .. Graham .. Fairmont .. Edina Lamar Sarcoxie .. . . . . .. . . . . . 294. Mound City ....... .. " 295. Moniteau . . .. . 296. Sparta. . . . . . . . . .. 297. 298. Sampson '" 299. Temple '" 300. Doric 301. White Hall . . . .. 302. Lick Creek 303. Osage 304. 305. Cecile Daylight .. 306. Ashlar................ .. 307. New London .. 308. Parrott 309. ...... ...... 310. Sikeston .. 311. Kearney . . . .. ,. .. ,. $12. CubCi ..

15 41 2 43 44 8 31 54

Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 18,1900 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 11,1888

53 22 45 7 17 43

Oct. 18,1900 Oct. 15,1868 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868 Oct. 15, 1868

22 50 17 10

Oct. 17, 1923 Oct. 12, 1869 Oct. 12, 1869 Oct. 12, 1869

50 11 39

Oct. 12, 1869 Oct. 12, 1869 Oct. 13, 1887

.., . . ..

7 1

1955 313. 314. 315. 316. 317. 318. 319. 320. 321. 322. 323. 324. 325. 326. 327. 328. 329. 330. 331. 332. 333. 334. 335. 336. 337. 338. 339. 340. 341. 342. 343. 344. 345. 346.

141

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI Meramec Pine Jerusalem Rural Osborn Eldorado Paulville Versailles Jonathan Hardin......................... Cornerstone McDonald Dockery Linn Mt. Zion Cainsville

58 6 20 33 59 13 31 53 5

Oct. 19, 1923 Oct. 11, 1888 Oct. 22, 1896 Oct. 12, 1869 Oct. 12, 1869 Oct. 12, 1869 Oct. 12, 1869 Sept. 19, 1917 Oct. 12, 1869 Oct. 12, 1869 Oct. 12, 1869 Dec. 12, 1869 Oct. 12, 1869 Oct. 19, 1898 Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 13, 1870

Paul Revere Charity Excello

33 9 14

Oct. 26, 1923 Oct. 13,1870 Sept. 29,1904

Breckenridge Joplin Hallsville Blue Springs Herculaneum Fidelity Westport Rockville Circle

12 44 26 59 40 21 35 37

Oct. 15, 1870 Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 17, 1878 Oct. 13,1887 Oct. 19,1922 Oct. 13, 1"870 Oct. II, 1894 May 10, 1900 Oct. 15, 1870

18 44 39 33

Oct. 31,1870 Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 13, 1870 Sept. 17, 1919

Moberly Fellowship Arlington 347. America........................ 348. 349. Pollock......................... 350. 351. Mosaic 352. Friend 353. Barnesville 354. Hebron......................... 355. Adelphi 356. Ancient Landmark 357. 358. Northwest ~59. Garrett......................... 360. Tuscan......................... 361. Riddick 362. Hiram 363. Fraternal 364. Higginsville 365. Bayou.......................... 366. Adair 367. Barry 368. Crescent Hill 369. Composite 370. Williamstown 371. Sheldon 372. Nonpareil 313. Belle...........................

57 52 42 22 10 1

Oct. 16, 1884

48 54 47 27 21 26

Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 15, 1871 Sept. 27, 1906 Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 17, 1873

Oct. 16, 1884 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 15, 1870 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 15, 1870 Oct. 14, 1880 Oct. 11,1888 Oct. 13, 1881 Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 13, 1871 May 7, 1870 Oct. 15, 1870 Oct. 11, 188'3 Oct. 17, 1873 Sept~27, 1906

42 33 41 1 32 23 53

2 55 35 52 15 43

34 39

142 374. 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. 422. 423. 424. 425. 426. 427. 428. 429. 430. 431. 432. 433. 434.

1955

PROCEEDINGS OF THE Waynesville King Hill Ancient Craft Berlin Billings Queen City Ionia

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

. . ..

38 9 6 10 54 58

Oct. 19, 1888 Oct. 13, 1870 Oct. 13, 1872 Mar. 19, 1906 Oct. 13, 1881 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 13, 1871

Pythagoras East Prairie Richland

. . . . . .. . . ..

55 50 38

Oct. 16, 1872 Sept. 29, 1904 Oct. 18, 1901

Woodside

. . . . . . . . . ..

Oct. 13, 1871

Arcana .. Raytown Christian Bee Hive

3 ...... ....

. ..

Oct. 13, 1871

59 59 II

Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 13, 1871

Western Light ..... . .. .. Gower............ Jasper... .. .. Pike ......... Decatur Carterville Malta Lowry City Rosendale Everton Malden Charleston . . . . . . . . .. .. Montrose Louisville Iberia . . . .. . . . . .. Joppa Appleton City Valley........ Greensburg . . . . .. Hunnewell Cache Whitewater ... . . .. ..

44 16 55 44 24 37 9 42 51 50 37 29 38 46 37 9 2 14 33 49

Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 17, 1873 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 12, 1893 Oct. 17,1901 Oct. 17, 1873 Oct. 22, 1896 Oct. 15, 1885 Oct. 13, 1881 Oct. 12, 1893 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 17, 1902 Oct. 13, 1871 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 13,1872 Oct. 17, 1873 Oct. 27,1871 Oct. 18, 1871 Oct. 14, 1871 Oct. 13, 1881

Star .. , Itaska Urbana " Gate of the Temple . . . . . . . . .. Galt Samaritan Green Ridge Rothville ................. .. Glenwood ..

37 33 41 45 4 48 36 19 I

Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 15, 1886 Oct. 16,1872 Oct. 15,1890 Oct. 16, 1872 Sept.29,1904 Oct. 21, 1897 Oct. 17,1873

New Madrid Winona

51 47

Oct. 17, 1873 Oct. 10,1894

Competition Mack's Creek Wheeling. . . . . . . .

38 38 12

Oct. 15, 1891 Nov. 1, 1878 Oct. 17.1873'

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

1955 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. 474. 475. 476.

477. 478. 479. 480. 481. 482. 483. 484. 485. 486. 487. 488. 489. 490. 491. 492. 493. 494. 495.

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

143

Rockbridge

Oct. 21, 1897

Temperance Mt. Olive Trowel Excelsior Burlington Anchor Ada............................ West Gate Ivanhoe Jacoby Schell City

11 45 49 49 7 33 23 33 22 6 43

Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 13, 1881 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 17, 1901 Oct. 17, 1901 Oct. 17, 1873

Belton

Oct. 16, 1872

Forsyth Continental Hinton......................... Wallace Jonesburg Melville Hazelwood Lambskin Caruthersville Santa Fe Clifton Concordia

54 10 26 25 28 42 45 33 51 17 53 23

Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 21,1903 Sept. 29, 1904 Oct. 16,1872 Oct. 12, 1893 Oct. 17, 1873 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 17, 1873 Oct. 13, 1881 Oct. 17, 1873

Southwest Pleasant Hope

56 41

Oct. 15, 1890 Oct. 17, 1873

Plato. . . . . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . ..... . .. Nodaway....................... Mineral Pickering Nineveh

46 7 44 7 29

Oct. 17, 1887 Oct. 16, 1872 Oct. 17, 1873 Oct. 17, 1873 Oct. 15, 1874

Golden......................... Mt. Hope Henderson

43 23 45

Oct. 15, 1874 Oct. 15, 1874 Oct. 15, 1874

Rich Hill Jewel Marceline Clintonville Fairfax Kirkwood Coldwater Cairo Chilhowee Lock Springs Lakeville Montevallo Vandalia Daggett

35 34 13 42 8 57 34 18 36 10 50 43 27 28

Oct. 29, 1881 Oct. 17,1878 Oct. 17, 1889 Oct. 15, 1874 Oct. 15, 1874 Oct. 15, 1874 Oct. 13, 1881 Oct. 20, 1874 Sept.27,1906 Oct. 15, 1874 Oct. 15, 1874 Oct. 15, 1874 Oct. 25,1876 Oct. 12, 1876

15 43

Oct. 15, 1876 Feb.2,1895

Lewistown Unity

144

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

496. Robert Burns 497. Equality 498. 499. Harmony....................... 500. Jameson 501. Buckner........................ 502. Philadelphia 503. Prairie Home 504. Platte City 505. Euclid 506. Lathrop 507. Clearmont 508. Saxton 509. Van Buren 510. New Hampton.................. 511. Skidmore....................... 512. Webb City 513. Senath 514. Granby 515. Galena 516. Milford 517. 518. Oriental 519. Crane 520. Clifton Heights 521. Lockwood 522. Gate City 523. 524. Spickardsville 525. Cunningham 526. Wayne 527. Higbee 528. Con,vay 529. Apollo 530. 531. Lane's Prairie 532. Dexter 533. Comfort........................ 534. Columbia . . . . . . . . . .. 535. Blackwell 536. Ingomar........................ 537. Bethel.. . . . . . . . . . .. . .. . . . . . . .. .. 538. Stella 539. Dawn 540. Winigan 541. Jacksonville 542. Ferguson 543. Mansfield 544. Algabil 545. Zalma 546. Orient 547. South Gate 548. Clinton 549. Carl Junction 550. Rose Hill 551. Pendleton 552. Calhoun........................ 553. Clarksburg 554. Foster 555. Summersville 556. Prairie

1955

53 39

Oct. 11, 1877 Sept. 27,1906

33 10 59 15 25 21 33 11 7 9 47 5 7 44 51 56 54 43

Sept. 19, 1917 Oct. 11, 1877 Oct. 11, 1877 Oct. 11, 1878 Oct. 13, 1881 Oct. 13, 1881 Sept. 20,1917 Oct. 12, 1882 Oct. 12, 1882 Oct. 12, 1882 Sept. 12,1882 Oct. 28, 1925 Oct. 12, 1882 Oct. 12, 1882 Oct. 22, 1902 Oct. 22, 1912 Oct. 12, 1882 Oct. 12, 1883

24 54 33 42 22

Oct. 11, 1883 Oct. 22,1896 Oct. 10, 1894 Oct. 11, 1883 Oct. 11, 1883

4 19 52 18 38 33

Oct. 16, 1884 Oct. 16, 1884 Oct. 15, 1885 Oct. 15, 1885 Oct. 18, 1885 Sept. 18, 1918

39 50 55 32 40 53 14 56 12 3 18 57 46 33 49 22 22 37 44 33 48 37 31 35 46 5

Oct. 15, 1885 Oct. 12, 1887 Oct. 19, 1898 Oct. 13, 1887 Oct. 13, 1887 Oct. 13, 1887 Oct. 11, 1888 Oct. 17, 1889 Oct. 17, 1889 Oct. 17, 1889 Sept. 29, 1904 Oct. 16, 1889 Oct. 15, 1891 Sept. 19, 1917 Oct. 15, 1890 Sept. 22, 1920 Oct. 15, 1890 Oct. 15, 1890 Oct. 15, 1891 Oct. 15, 1891 Nov.27,1891 Oct. 15, 1891 Oct. 15, 1891 Oct. 15, 1891 Oct. 17, 1891 Oct. 13, 1892

1955 557. 558. 559. 560. 561. 562. 563. 564. 565. 566. 567. 568. 569. 570. 571. 572. 573. 574. 575. 576. 577. 578. 579. 580. 581. 582. 583. 584. 585. 586. 587. 588. 589. 590. 591. 592. 593. 594. 505. 596. 597. 598. 599. 600. 601. 602. 603. 604. 605. 606. 607. 608. 609. 610. 611. 612. 613. 614. 615. 616. 617.

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

145

Moscow Clarksdale Nelson Cowgill.........................

29 10 24 12

Oct. 20, 1892 Oct. 12, 1893 Oct. 12, 1893 Oct. 12, 1893

York Jamesport Tebbetts Maplewood Miller.......................... Naylor Marlborough Republic Hayti Rutledge Bernie La Monte...................... Easter Olive Branch Ewing.......................... Forest Park Grandin........................

22 10 27 57 55 52 22 45 51 1 51 36 32 33 15 33 47

Oct. 17, 1895 Oct. 19, 1898 Oct. 21,1902 Sept. 29, 1904 Sept. 29, 1904 Sept. 29, 1904 Oct. 26, 1927 Sept. 28, 1905 Sept. 28, 1905 Sept. 28, 1905 Sept.28,1905 Sept. 28, 1905 Sept. 28, 1905 Sept. 27, 1906 Sept. 27, 1906 Sept. 27,1906 Oct. 1,1906

Illmo Koshkonong Novinger

50 53 2

Sept. 27, 1906 Sept. 27, 1906 Sept. 27, 1906

......

27 44 54 1

Sept. 27, 1906 Sept. 26,1907 Sept. 26, 1907 Sept. 26, 1907

Advance........................ Barnett La Russell Union

50 58 44 32

Sept.26,1907 Sept. 26,1907 Sept. 21, 1921 Sept. 26,1907

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

36 50 20 48 48 9 57 26 50

Oct. 19, 1898 Sept. 30,1908 Sept. 30, 1908 Sept. 30, 1908 Sept. 30, 1908 Sept. 3, 1908 Sept. 30, 1908 Sept. 29,1909 Sept. 29, 1909

Walker......................... Craig Eminence Strafford Warrenton.. . .. . . . . . ... Clark Centertown Mokane Wellston Mt. Washington Chaffee......................... Brentwood Swope Park

43 8 47 45 30 18 31 27 57 59 50 57 22

Sept.29,1909 Sept. 29,1909 June 17, 1909 Sept. 28,1910 Sept. 19, 1917 Sept. 28, 1910 Sept. 28,1910 Sept. 28, 1911 Sept.28,1911 Oct. 19, 1911 Sept. 28, 1911 Sept. 28, 1949 Sept. 28, 1911

Shamrock Criterion Branson St. Francisville

146 618. 619. 620. 621. 622. 623. 624. 625. 626. 627. 628. 629. 630. 631. 632. 633. 634. 635. 636. 637. 638. 639. 640. 641. 642. 643. 644. 645. 646. 647. 648. 649. 650. 651. 652. 653. 654. 655. 656. 657. 658. 659. 660. 661. 662. 663. 664. 665. 666. 667.

1955

PROCEEDINGS OF THE Grandview

Sept. 28, 1911

Willard Anderson Norwood Overland Owensville Sheffield Magnolia

45 56 46 57 32 22 33

Sept. 25, 1912 Sept. 25, 1912 Sept. 25, 1912 Sept. 28, 1949 Sept. 25, 1912 Sept. 25, 1912 Oct. 2, 1913

Mendon........................ Valley Park East Gate Tower Grove Belgrade Archie Steele Greentop Freedom Mountain View Triangle Mizpah.........................

19 57 22 33 40 34 51 I 57 53 33 33

Oct. 15, 1913 Oct. 2,1913 Oct.2,1913 Oct. 2,1914 Oct. 15, 1914 Oct. 1,1914 Oct. 1,1914 Oct. 22, 1924 Sept. 25, 1946 Sept. 29, 1915 Sept. 29, 1915 Sept. 30, 1915 Sept. 21,1916 Sept. 21,1916 Sept. 21, 1916 Sept. 21,1916 Sept. 21,1916 Dec. 15, 1948 Sept. 22, 1920 Sept. 22, 1920 Sept. 22, 1920 Oct. 18, 1920 Sept. 22,1920 Sept. 22, 1920 Sept. 21, 1921 Sept. 21,1921 Sept. 21, 1926 Sept. 21,1921 Oct. 4,1921 Oct. 5,1921 Sept. 21, 1921 Sept. 21, 1921 Oct. 17, 1923 Oct. 17, 1923 Oct. 22, 1924 Mar. 5, 1925 Oct. 26,1927 Sept. 27,1951 Sept. 30, 1952 Sept. 29, 1953

J;~~~~s .. ::::::::::::::::::::::. ~~ Benj. Franklin Northeast Grain Valley. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Clarkton Shaveh Noel Elmer.......................... University Parma Cleveland Pilgrim......................... Shawnee Commonwealth Gardenville Country Club Progress Purity Alpha Holliday Theo. Roosevelt Clarence Rockhill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Aldrich Wardell Lilbourn Berkeley

33 22 59 51 33 56 14 33 51 34 33 36 33 57 22 33 33 22 17 33 14 22 41 51 51 57

ALPHABETICAL LIST OF LODGES-LOCATIONS-DISTRICTS

A 602 444 366 355 590 10

Acacia Ada Adair Adel phi. Advance Agency

Columbia Orrick Kirksville Edgerton Advance Agency

Boone Ray Adair PIa tte Stoddard .Buchanan

26 23 2 21 50 9

1955

147

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

219 664 544 198 659 255 347 141 443 377 356 621 193 529 412 389 633 346 70 55 100 156 306 127 267 26

Albert Pike Kansas City Aldrich Aldrich Algabil. St. Louis Allensville A.llendale Alpha N. Kansas City Alton Alton America St. Louis Amsterdam Amsterdam Anchor ................• University City Ancient Craft King City Harrisburg Ancient Landmark Anderson Anderson Angerona Missouri City Apollo St. Louis Appleton City Appleton City Arcana Harris Archie Archie Arlington Dixon Armstrong Armstrong Arrow Rock Arrow Rock Ash Grove Ash Grove Ashland Ashland Ashlar Commerce Athens Albany Aurora St. Louis Ava Ava

217 591 116 353 367 365 3 393 632 373 450 170 642 666 378 573 97 537 379 150 41 535 153 102 337 101 195

Barbee ................• Sweet Springs Barnett. Barnett. Barnes Cabool. Barnesville Ellington Barry Washburn Bayou Bakersfield Beacon St. Louis Beehive Lawson Belgrade Belgrade Belle Belle Bel ton Belton Benevolence Utica Benjamin Franklin St. Louis Berkeley St. Louis Berlin Fairport. Bernie Bernie Bethany Bethany Bethel Bethel Billings Billings Birming Faucett Bismarck Bismarck Blackwell Blackwell Bloomfield Bloomfield Bloomington Bevier Blue Springs Blue Springs Bogard ................• Bogard Bolivar Bolivar

Jackson Polk

22 .41 33-B 6 22 53 33-A 35 33-A 6 26 56 II 33-B 37 3 34 39 25 24 .45 26 50 6 33-A 46

Worth Clay Oregon Bates Gentry Boone .l'\fcDonald Clay " St Clair Sullivan Cass Pulaski Howard Saline Green Boone Scott Gentry .Douglas

B Saline Morgan Texas Reynolds Barry Ozark Ray Washington Maries Cass Livingston St. Louis .De Kalb Stoddard Harrison Shelby Christian Buchanan St. Francois St. Francois Stoddard Macon Jackson Carroll Polk

24 58 46 47 55 53 33-A 11 .40 39 34 12 33-A 33-A 10 51 5 14 54 9 .48 40 50 14 59 20 41

148

1955

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

45 597 587 135 334 616 80 86 269 203 233 501 442 254

Bonhomme Bosworth Branson Braymer Breckenridge Brentwood Bridgeton Brookfield Brotherhood Brumley Bucklin Buckner Burlington Butler

Ballwin Bosworth Branson Braymer Breckenridge Brentwood St.John's Station Brookfield St. Joseph Brumley Bucklin Buckner Burlington Jet Butler

St. Louis Carroll Taney Caldwell Caldwell St. Louis St. Louis Linn Buchanan Miller Linn .Jackson Nodaway Bates

416 328 486 552 183 38 63 169 284 231 549 249 401 197 461 147 305 172 611 59 615 185 331 407 487 392 342 662 610 553 559 17 645 207 601 507 651 463 520

Cache Cainsville Cairo Calhoun California Callao Cambridge Camden Point. Canopy Cardwell Carl Junction Carroll Carterville Carthage Caruthersville Cass Cecile-Daylight. Censer Centertown Centralia Chaffee Chamois Charity Charleston Chilhowee Christian Circle Clarence Clark Clarksburg Clarksdale Clarksville Clarkton Clay Clayton Clearmont. Cleveland Clifton Clifton Heights

St. Louis Cainsville Harrison Cairo Randolph Calhoun Henry California Moniteau Callao Macon Slater Saline Camden Point. Platte Aurora Lawrence Cardwell Dunklin .carl Junction Jasper Norborne Carroll Carterville .Jasper Carthage Jasper Caruthersville Pemiscot Harrisonville Cass Kansas City Jackson Macon Macon Centertown Cole Centralia Boone Chaffee , Scott Chamois Osage St.Joseph Buchanan Charleston Mississippi Chilhowee .Johnson Oak Grove , .Jackson Roscoe St. Clair Clarence Shelby Clark Randolph Clarksburg Moniteau Clarksdale De Kalb Clarksville Pike Clarkton Dunklin Excelsior Springs Clay Clayton St. Louis Clearmont. Nodaway Cleveland Cass Thayer Oregon St. Louis .............•.... ,. "

57 20 54 12 12 57 57. 13 9 38 13 59 7 35

33-A 5 18 37 31 14 24 21 55 51 44 20 .44 44 51 34 22 14 31 26 50 31 9 50 36 59 37 14 18 31 10 16 51 11 57

7 "

34 53 33-A

1955

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

161 .548 482 274 485 595 168 534 533 654 120 432 369 464 454 528 36 265 323 600 282 656 561 287 606 519 368 586 312 525 227

Clifton Hill Clinton Clintonville Cold-Spring Cold-Water. Cole Camp Colony Columbia Comfort Commonwealth Compass Competition Composite Concordia ContinentaL Conway Cooper Corinthian Cornerstone Cosby Cosmos CountryCluh Cowgill Craft Craig Crane Crescent Hill Criterion Cuba Cunningham Cypress

Clifton Hill Clinton El Dorado Springs Leeton DrexeL Cole Camp ,Colony Pacific Wheaton St. Louis Parkville Competition Doniphan Concordia Stewartsville Conway Boonville Warrensburg St. Louis Cosby St. Louis KansasCity Cowgill Canton Craig Crane Adrian Al ba Cuba Sumner Laclede

492 539 400 88 137 119 39 532 325 300

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

McKittrick Da\Vn Pierce City Sheridan Birch Tree De Sota DeWitt Dexter Meadville Elkland

.Randolph Henry Cedar Johnson Cass Benton Knox Franklin Barry

149

Jackson Caldwell Lewis Holt Stone Bates Jasper Crawford Chariton Linn

18 37 .42 36 34 36 2 32 55 33-A 21 38 52 23 10 38 25 36 33-B 9 33-B 22 12 15 8 54 35 44 39 19 13

Montgomery Livingston Lawrence Worth Shannon Jefferson Carroll Stoddard Linn Webster

28 12 55 6 .47 40 20 50 13 .45

Daviess Jackson Mississippi Franklin Knox Clark Macon St. Francois Shannon

10 22 50 32 2 I 14 48 .47

Platte Laclede Ripley Lafayette De Kalb Laclede Cooper Johnson Andrew

285 Earl 630 East Gate 384 East Prairie 575 Easter 291 Edina 318 Eldorado 648 Elmer 599 Elvins 607 Eminence

Coffey Kansas City East Prairie St. Clair Edina Luray Elmer Flat River Eminence

150 14 497 121 278 505 73 27 405 577 332 441

PROCEEDINGS OF THE Eolia Equality Er\vin Essex Euclid Eureka Evergreen Everton Ewing Excello Excelsior

Eolia Newburg St. Louis Essex St. Louis Brunswick New Haven Everton Ewing Excello Jackson

Pike Phelps Stoddard Chariton .Franklin Dade Lewis Macon Cape Girardeau

1955 16 39 33-B 50 33-B 19 32 42 15 14 18

483 290 44 132 47 345 281 542 339 23 214 578 453 554 212 192 363 636 352 89 48

Fairfax Fairfax Fairmont. Wyaconda Fair Play .Fair Play Farmington Farmington Fayette Fayette Fellowship Joplin Fenton Fenton Ferguson Ferguson Fidelity Farley Florida Florida Forest City Forest City Forest Park St. Louis Forsyth ................•Forsyth Foster Foster Four Mile Campbell Frankford .Frankford Fraternal Robertsville Freedom Mehlville Friend Ozark Friendship Chillicothe Ful ton Fulton

Atchison Clark Polk St. Francois Howard Jasper St. Louis St. Louis Platte Monroe Holt Taney Bates Dunklin Pike Franklin .st. Louis Christian Livingston Callaway

8 I .41 .48 25 .44 57 57 21 17 8 33-B 54 35 51 16 32 57 54 12 27

G 515 106 423 655 359 522 422 125 9 427 475 218 72 397 289 644 514 579 276

Galena Gallatin Galt Gardenville Garrett Gate City Gate of the Temple Gentryville George Washington Glenwood Golden Good Hope Gorin Gower Graham Grain Valley Granby Grandin Grand River

Galena Gallatin Galt Gardenville Arcola Kansas City Springfield Gentryville St. Louis Glenwood Golden City St. Louis Gorin Gower Graham Grain Valley Granby " Grandin Freeman

Stone Daviess Grundy St. Louis Dade Jackson Greene Gentry :

Schuyler Barton Scotland Clinton Nodaway Jackson Newton Carter Cass

54 10 4 57 42 22 .45 6 33-B 1 .43 33-A 1 II 7 59 56 47 34

1955

151

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

618 272 66 173 159 425 414 635 107 178

Grandview Granite Grant City Gray Summit Green City Green Ridge Greensburg Greentop Greenville Griswold

Grandview Sedalia Grant City Gray Summit Green City Green Ridge Greensburg Greentop Greenville Bellflower

Jackson Pettis Worth Franklin Sullivan Pettis Knox Schuyler Wayne Montgomery

59 36 6 32 3 36 2 I 52 28

216 336 224 188 322 499 171 21 571 459 354 117 37 477 338 123 288 187 104 211 527 364 455 362 279 262 660 49 251 239 21.5 4 130 32 415 30

Hale City Hallsville Hamilton HannibaL Hardin Harmony Hartford Havana Hayti. Hazelwood Hebron Helena Hemple Henderson Herculaneum Hermann Hermitage Hermon Heroine Hickory Hill Higbee Higginsville Hinton Hiram Hogle's Creek Holden Holliday Holt Hope Hopewell Hornersville Howard Hume Humphreys Hunnewell Huntsville

Hale Hallsville Hamil ton Hannibal. Hardin St. Louis .Hartford McFall .Hayti. Seymour Mexico Rochester Hemple Rogersville Herculaneum Hermann Hermitage Liberal. Kansas City Eugene Higbee Higginsville Hinton Kahoka Wheatland Holden Holliday Holt Washington Lesterville Hornersville New Franklin Hume Humphreys Hunnewell Huntsville

Carroll Boone Caldwell Marion Ray

20 26 12 15 20 33-A 3 6 51 .45 27 9 11 .45 .40 32 .41 .43 22 31 18 23 26 1 .41 36 17 11 32 .47 51 25 35 3 14 18

Pu tnam Gentry Pemiscot Webster Audrain Andrew Clinton 'Vebster Jefferson Gasconade Hickory Barton .Jackson Cole Randolph Lafayette Boone Clark Hickory Johnson Monroe Clay Franklin Reynolds Dunklin Howard Bates Sullivan Shelby Randolph

410 Iberia 581 Illmo 76 Independence 54 Index 536 Ingomar

Iberia Illmo Independence Garden City Willow Springs

Miller Scott Jackson Cass Howell

38 50 59 34 53

152

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

381 Ionia 154 Ionic 143 Irondale 420 Itaska 446 Ivanhoe

Eldon Desloge Irondale St. Louis Kansas City

Jackson

58 48 .40 33-B 22

82 541 447 500 564 398 43 640 315 480 164 321 457 335 411

Linneus : Jacksonville Darlington Jameson .Jamesport. Jasper Jefferson City Jennings Jerico-Springs Pleasant Hill Hillsboro Denver Jonesburg Joplin Hartville

Linn Randolph Gentry Daviess Daviess .Jasper Cole St. Louis Cedar .cass Jefferson Worth Montgomery Jasper Wright

13 18 6 10 10 44 31 57 .42 34 .40 6 28 44 46

Jackson Clay Dunklin

22 Il 51 33-B 9 2 57 36 53

Jackson Jacksonville Jacoby Jameson Jamesport. Jasper Jefferson Jennings Jerusalem JeweL Joachim Jonathan Jonesburg Joplin Joppa

Miller St. Francois Washington

1955

220 Kansas City 3Il Kearney 68 Kennett 243 Keystone 376 King Hill 105 Kirksville 484 Kirkwood 245 Knobnoster 582 Koshkonong

Kansas City Kearney Kennett. .st. Louis St. Joseph Kirksville Kirkwood Knobnoster .Koshkonong

222 83 Il5 489 292 460 574 531 237 253 592 506 145 598 77 494 149 31 302 666

La Belle Lebanon Laddonia Bell City Lamar St. Louis La Monte Vichy La Plata Laredo La Russell Lathrop Licking Leadwood Steelville Lewistown Lexington Liberty Perry Lilbourn

Buchanan Adair St. Louis Johnson Oregon

La Belle Laclede Laddonia Lakeville Lamar Lambskin La Monte Lane's Prairie La Plata Laredo La RusselL Lathrop Latimer Leadwood Lebanon Lewistown Lexington Liberty Lick Creek Lilbourn

Lewis Laclede Audrain Stoddard Barton ,Pettis Maries Macon Grundy Jasper Clinton Texas St. Francois Crawford Lewis Lafayette Clay Ralls New Madrid

15 38 27 50 43 33-B 36 39 14 4 44 II 39 48 39 15 23 11 17 51

1955

153

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

138 326 152 51 521 488 257 259 268 128 409 403

Lincoln Linn Linn-Creek Livingston Lockwood Lock Springs Lodge of Light Lodge of Love Lodge of Truth Lorraine Louisville Lowry-City

Fillmore Linn Camdenton Glasgow Lockwood Lock Springs Eagleville Lancaster Atlanta Ridgeway Louisville Lowry City

433 91 626 112 406 402 543 566 481 110 569 324 260 458 16 628 313 35 2 85 244 516 567 151 471 1 639 344 144 612 129 295 64 490 246 58 408 603 184 351 558

Mack's Creek Madison Magnolia Maitland Malden Malta Mansfield Maplewood Marceline Marcus Marlborough McDonald Mechanicsville Melville Memphis Mendon Meramec Mercer Meridian Miami Middle Fabius Milford Miller Milton MineraL l\1issouri Mizpah Moberly Modern Mokane Monett Moniteau Monroe Montevallo Montgomery Monticello Montrose Morehouse Morley Mosaic Moscow

Mack's Creek Madison St. Louis Maitland Malden Malta Bend Mansfield Maplewood Marceline Fredericktown Gackson Co.) Independence Defiance Dadeville Memphis Mendon Eureka Princeton St. Louis Miami Downing Milford Miller Milton Oronogo St. Louis St. Louis Moberly Humansville Mokane .. " Monett Jamestown Monroe City Montevallo Montgomery City Monticello Montrose Morehouse Morley Belleview Moscow Mills

Andrew Osage Camden Howard Dade Daviess Harrison Schuyler Macon Harrison Lincoln St. Clair

9 31 38 25 .42 10 5 1 14 5 29 37

Camden .Monroe

38 17 33-A 8 51 24 46 57 13 .48 22 59 30 .42 1 19 57 4 33-B 24 1 .43 55 18 .44 33-A 33-B 18 .41 27 55 31 17 .43 28 15 37 50 50 .48 29

" Holt Dunklin Saline Wright St. Louis Linn Madison Jackson .Jackson St. Charles Dade Scotland Chariton St. Louis Mercer Saline Schuyler Barton Lawrence Randolph Jasper Randolph Polk Callaway Barry Moniteau Monroe Vernon Montgomery Lewis Henry New Madrid Scott lron Lincoln

154 294 614 158 637 476 439 40 99 327 221

PROCEEDINGS OF THE Mound City Mount Washington Mountain Grove Mountain View Mt. Hope Mt. Olive Mt. Moriah Mt. Vernon Mt.Zion Mystic Tie

Mound City Mt. Washington Mountain Grove Mountain View Odessa Rogersville, R. 3 St. Louis Mt. Vernon WestPlains Oak Ridge

Holt Jackson Wright Howell Lafayette Webster

1955

Lawrence Howell Cape Girardeau

8 59 .46 53 23 .45 33-B 55 53 .49

Ripley Saline Newton Callaway Harrison Lincoln Ralls New Madrid Lincoln Lincoln Nodaway McDonald Cass .Jackson Atchison Atchison Wright Adair

33-A 52 24 56 27 5 29 17 51 29 29 7 56 34 22 8 8 .46 2

N 25 Naphtali. 568 Naylor 560 Nelson 247 Neosho 60 New Bloomfield 510 New Hampton 199 New Hope 307 New London 429 New Madrid 270 New Salem 473 Nineveh 470 Nodaway 647 NoeL 372 Nonpareil 643 Northeast. 157 North Star 358 Northwest. 622 Norwood 583 Novinger

,St. Louis Naylor Nelson Neosho New Bloomfield New Hampton Elsberry New London New Madrid Winfield Olney Maryville NoeL East Lynne Kansas City Rockport Tarkio Norwood Novinger

o 163 134 576 139 546 518 303 317 7 623 624

OccidentaL Olean Olive Branch Oregon Orient. OrientaL Osage Osborn O'Sullivan Overland Owensville

St. Louis Olean St. Louis Oregon Kansas City Blackburn Nevada Osborn Walnut Grove Overland Owensville

Miller Holt Jackson Saline .vernon De Kalb Greene St. Louis Gasconade

33-A 58 33-B 8 22 24 .43 10 45 57 32

241 18 19 650 308 65 11 330 319

Palestine Palmyra Paris Union Parma Parrott. Pattonsburg PauldingvilIe Paul Revere Paulville

,St. Charles Palmyra Paris Parma Maysville Pattonsburg Wright City St. Louis Hurdland

St. Charles Marion Monroe New Madrid De Kalb Daviess Warren Adair

30 15 17 51 10 10 30 33-B 2

1955 551 92 502 136 472 399 652 182 314 469 504 113 160 142 467 176 79 349 232 95 209 166 131 556 503 179 657 658 190 596 180 383

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Pendleton Perseverance Philadelphia Phoenix Pickering Pike Pilgrim Pilot Knob Pine Plato Platte City Plattsburg Pleasant. Pleasant Grove Pleasant Hope Point Pleasant. Polar Star Pollock Polo Pomegranate Poplar Bluff Portageville Potosi. Prairie Prairie Home Pride of the West Progress Purity Putnam Puxico Pyramid Pythagoras

DoeRun Louisiana Philadelphia Bowling Green Pickering Curryville St. Louis Richville Bardley Plato Platte City Plattsburg Morrisville Otterville Pleasant Hope Conran St. Louis Pollock Polo St. Louis Poplar Bluff Portageville Potosi Gilman City Prairie Home St. Louis St. Louis St. Louis Newton Puxico St. Louis Cassville

St. Francois Pike Marion Pike Nodaway Pike Douglas Ripley Texas Platte Clinton Polk .cooper Polk New Madrid Sullivan Caldwell Butler New Madrid Washington Harrison Cooper " " Sullivan Stoddard Barry

155 .48 16 15 16 7 16 33-A .46 52 46 21 11 .41 25 .41 51 33-B 3 12 33-A 52 51 .40 5 25 33-B 33-B 33-B 3 50 33-A 55

380 Queen City 196 Quitman

Queen City Quitman

Schuyler ................ 1 Nodaway 7

33 201 223 391 570 479 385 57 361 13 496 435 663 341 213 550 404

B Center Ravenwood Camden Raytown .Republic Rich Hill Richland Richmond Buffalo Barry Gainesville Almartha Kansas City Rockville Rolla St. Louis Rosendale

Ralls Nodaway Ray Jackson Greene Bates Pulaski Ray Dallas Platte Ozark .ozark Jackson Bates Phelps

Ralls Ravenwood Ray Raytown Republic Rich Hill Richland Richmond Riddick Rising Sun Robert Burns Rockbridge Rockhill Rockville Rolla Rose Hill Rosendale

Andrew

17 7 23 59 45 35 38 23 .41 21 53 53 22 35 39 33-A 9

156

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

426 204 316 238 90 572

Rothville Rowley RuraL Rushville Russellville Rutledge

Rothville Dearborn Kansas City Rushville Russellville Rutledge

225 226 208 424 298 462 293 71 508 448 126 236 513 585 646 653 625 256 228 371 310 75 511 271 206 200 547 466 296 524 96 273 588 234 230 28 78 20 93 109 419 133 634 538 283 608 174

Salem Saline Salisbury Samaritan Sampson Santa Fe Sarcoxie Savannah Saxton Schell City Seaman Sedalia Senath Shamrock Shaveh Shawnee Sheffield Shekinah Shelbina Sheldon Sikeston Silex Skidmore Solomon Somerset Sonora South Gate Southwest. Sparta Spickardsville St. Andrews St. Clair St. Francisville St. Francois St.James St. John's St. Joseph St. Louis St. Mark's Stanberry Star Star of the West. Steele Stella Stockton Strafford Sturgeon

Salem St. Mary·s Salisbury Bonne Terre Lutie Santa Fe Sarcoxie Savannah .saxton Schell City Milan Sedalia .senath Shamrock St. Louis Warsaw Kansas City Festus Shelbina Sheldon Sikeston Silex Skidmore Springfield Powersville Watson Kansas City Southwest City Sparta Spickard Shel byville Osceola Wayland Libertyville St.James Hannibal St. Joseph St. Louis Cape Girardeau Stanberry Taberville .Ironton Steele Stella Stockton Strafford Sturgeon

1955

Chariton Platte Jackson Buchanan Cole Scotland

19 21 22 9 31 1

Dent Ste. Genevieve Chariton St. Francois Ozark Monroe J asper Andrew Buchanan Vernon .sullivan Pettis Dunklin Callaway

39 .48 19 .48 53 17 44 9 9 .43 3 36 51 27 33-B 36 22 .40 14 .43 50 29 7 .45 3 8 22 56 54 4 14 37 1 48 39 15 9 33-A .49 6 37 .48 51 56 .42 45 26

Benton Jackson Jefferson Shelby Vernon Scott Lincoln Nodaway Greene Putnam Atchison Jackson McDonald Christian Grundy Shelby St. Clair Clark St. Francois Phelps Marion Buchanan , Cape Girardeau Gentry St. Clair Iron Pemiscot Newton Cedar Greene Boone

1955 69 555 263 617

GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI

Sullivan Summersville Summit. Swope Park

Sullivan .summersville Lee's Summit. Kansas City

565 Tebbetts 438 Temperance 299 Temple 177 Texas 661 Theodore Roosevelt. 56 Tipton 631 Tower Grove III Trenton 638 Triangle 205 Trilumina 641 Trinity 122 Triplett 440 Trowel 34 Troy 360 Tuscan 114 Twilight. 12 Tyro

Tebbetts Smithville Kansas City Houston University City Tipton St. Louis Trenton St. Louis Marshall St. Louis Triplett Marble Hill Troy St. Louis Columbia Caledonia

157

Franklin 32 Texas .46 Jackson ...............• 59 Jackson 22

Callaway Clay J ackson Texas St. Louis Moniteau

Boone Washington

27 11 22 46 33-A 31 33-A 4 33-A 24 33-A 19 .19 29 33-B 26 .40

Franklin De Kalb Putnam Greene Vernon St. Louis Dallas

32 10 3 .45 .43 33-A Al

Andrew St. Louis Carter Audrain Morgan Maries Clinton

9 57 .47 27 58 39 11

Carroll Vernon Cooper Pemiscot Chariton Warren Dade Lafayette Wayne Pulaski Jasper

20 43 25 51 19 30 .12 23 52 38 44

Grundy Saline Chariton Bollinger Lincoln

u 593 124 210 5 495 649 421

Union Union Star Unionville United Unity University Urbana

Union Union Star Unionville Springfield Richards University City Urbana

413 629 509 491 320 94 62

Valley Valley Park Van Buren Vandalia Versailles Vienna Vincil

Bolckow Valley Park Van Buren Vandalia Versailles Vienna Cameron

52 605 456 665 74 609 87 61 526 375 512

Wakanda Wal ker Wallace Wardell Warren Warrenton Washington Waverly Wayne Waynesville Webb City

Carrollton Wal ker Bunceton Wardell Keytesville Warrenton Greenfield Waverly Piedmont. Waynesville Webb City

158

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

98 84 22 613 194 46 445 103 396 15 53 340 202 434 417 162 620 370 29 540 430 277 387 24

Webster Marshfield Webster Groves Webster Groves Wellington De Kalb Wellston Wellston Wellsville Wellsville Wentzville Wentzville \Vest Gate St. Louis West View Millersville Western Light. Louisburg 'Western Star Winston Weston Weston Westport. Kansas City Westville Westville Wheeling Wheeling Whitewater. Whitewater Whitesville Whitesville Willard Willard Williamstown Williamstown Windsor. Windsor. Winigan ...............•Winigan Winona Winona Wm. D. Muir. Pilot Grove Woodside Thomasville Wyaconda La Grange

Xenia

Hopkins

563

york

Kansas City

54.15 189

Zalma Zeredatha

Zalma St Joseph

Webster St. Louis Buchanan St. Louis Montgomery St. Charles Cape Girardeau Dallas Daviess Platte Jackson Chariton Livingston Cape Girardeau Andrew Greene Lewis Henry Sullivan Shannon Cooper Oregon Lewis

1955 .45 57 9 57 28 30 33-B .49 .41 10 21 22 19 12 49 9 .45 15 37 3 .47 25 53 15

x Nodaway

Jackson

Bollinger Buchanan

.49 9

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GRAND SECRETARY'S TABULAR STATEMENT

O'l

o NAME AND NUMBER OF LODGE

Missouri........................ Meridian................ Beacon......................... Howard........................ United......................... O'Sullivan:..................... Geo. Washmgton. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Agency..... PaulingvilIe.................... Tyro........................... Rising Sun..................... Eolia WesternStar................... Memphis....................... Clarksville...................... Palmyra........................ Paris Union.. . St. Louis..................... .. Havana........................

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FmST DISTRICT-SAMUEL T. LOGAN. D. D. G. M,. Memphis. Mo. Lodges No. I Location .. Fairmont •.•..... 290lWyaconda Eldorado . 3l8lLuray Hiram . 362 Kahoka St. Francisville . 588 Wayland Sco~la'~d: : : : : : Memphis . l6IMemphis Gorin . 72IGorin Rutledge . 572 Rutledge . 244IDowning Sch.';1Yler . Middle Fabius Lodge of Love . 259!Lancaster Queen City •...... 380 Queen 'City Glenwood ......•. 427 Glenwood Greentop . 635 Greentop County

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Secretary Master Time of Meeting . James W. Hauptman. A. G. Dieterich, Wyaconda, Mo........••.•..•.. 2nd & 4th Mon. . Henry Calvert, Luray, Mo . 1st & 3rd Mon. . Elzie F. Roberts . F. M. Zinnert . Elmer C. Dinger, Kahoka, Mo•.................. 1st & 3rd Fri. . G. K. Clark . Glenn C. Stubbs, Wayland, Mo . 1st & 3rd Th. . Sam Logan . B. H. Hartenstein, Memphis, Mo . 1st Fri. . Richard E. Shacklett, Gorin, Mo . 1st & 3rd Th. . Harold Hustead . Lawrence Berges . James A. Bailey, Rutledge, Mo . 1st & 3rd Mon. . Clarence E. Whittom. R. W. Farris, Box 26, Downing, Mo . 2nd & 4th Th. Robert K. Watkins . H. C. Burkland, Lancaster, Mo.................• 2nd & 4th Fri. . . Delmar Harriadge . G. L. Lauer, Queen City, Mo . 2nd & 4th Tu. . Walter H. Croskey . Donald R. Griffith, Glenwood, Mo.........•...... 1st & 3rd Th. . Lavern Palmer . B. F. Arnold, Greentop, Mo . 2nd & 4th Mon.

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Adair........• Kirksville Adair " ......... Novinger Knox . Colony Edina Paulville Greensburg

. 1051 Kirksville . 366 Kirksville . 583 Novinger . 168 Colony . 291IEdina . 319JHurdland . 414lGreensburg

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. Robert O. Watts . Dean Kampman . Lyle Hart . John J. Harrold . Irvin Clark . Floyd DeWitt

. 2nd & 4th Tu. . D. D. Johnson, Box 268, Bethany, Mo . Willis Hendren, Ridgeway, Mo.................•. 1st & 3rd Mon. . Alfred Kaestner, Eagleville, Mo . 2nd & 4th Wed. . R. A. Chambers, Cainsville, Mo•................. 1st & 3rd Th. . Dr. R. L. Grun, New Hampton, Mo . 1st & 3rd Tu. . F. E. Eberhart, Gilman City, Mo . 2nd & 4th Wed.

21/McFaI1. . Ola B. Ray . 109 Stanberry . August Sager . 125IGentryVille . Curtis Crawford . 127 Albany . Raymond Barnes . 377 King City . Walter R. Hopple . 447 Darlington . Winford McMillen . 66 Grant City . Edwin Roberts . 881sheridan •....... Bobby B. Holland . 198 Allendale . Hale O. Hass . 321 Denver . Basil Shannon .

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. 1st & 3rd Fri. . H. Hovey Manning, McFall, Mo . W. E. Tarwater, Box 96, Stanberry. Mo•••....... 1st & 3rd Th. . 2nd & 4th Sat. . George W. Crawford, McFall, Mo . 2nd & 4th Sat. . L. Frank Smith, 102 Stapleton, Albany, Mo . Glenn V. Bulla, King City, Mo . 1st & 3rd Th. . Earl Martin, Darlington, Mo.....•.....•.......• 1st & 3rd Tu. . J. Harry Kibbe, Grant City, Mo.................• 1st & 3rd Mon. . Roger McAlister, Box 655, Sheridan, Mo . 2nd & 4th Mon. . T. C. Wilkinson, Grant City, Mo . 2nd & 4th Th. . Clyde J. Pryor, Denver, Mo . 2nd & 4th Wed.

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Xenia . Quitman . Ravenwood . Graham . Burlington . Nodaway . Pickering•....... Clearmont . Skidmore .

1st & 3rd Tho . Lloyd E. Fine, Rt. 2, Hopkins, Mo......•.... 5°IHopkins . Robert Grimes 196 Quitman ....•... Lloyd Stephens . Joseph E. McDonald, Quitman, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1st & 3rd Mon. 2nd & 4th Th. 201 IRavenwood . Claude Loch ..•...... Clyde Adcock, Ravenwood, Mo . Glenn Acklin . Raymond Geyer, Graham, Mo.. . • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1st & 3rd Th. 289 Graham 442 Burlington Jet . Logan Carter . Robert L. Nicholas, Burlington Junction, Mo..... 1st & 3rd Tu. 2nd & 4th Th. . Walter E. Smith, Box 217, Maryville, Mo 470\Mary ville . Fay McKee . James C. Ware, Pickering, Mo••................. 2nd & 4th Wed. 472 Pickering . W. H. Hinton 1st & :lrd Th. . Cleo Lane, Burlington Junction, Mo 507/Clearmont . Charles Fenton . Wm. McIntosh, Skidmore, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2nd & 4th Mon. . C. E. Linville, Jr 511 Skidmore 0

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Secretary Time of Meeting No. I Location Master . ;)ro & 4th Mon. . vV. 1". Walker . Virgil E. Walter, RFD No. I, Rockport, Mo . 157i Rockport . 1st & 3rd Th. . 200!Watson . Kenneth D. Tharp . Donald V. Bacon, Watson, Mo . 3581 Tarkio ........•. Lyle G. Case . Ralph O. Dragoo, Tarkio, Mo.............•...... 2nd & 4th Th. . 483 I Fairfax . Eugene Thomson . N. F. Dragoo, Fairfax, Mo.....................• 2nd & 4th Tu. . 2nd & 4th Tu. . 112IMaitland . Ernest Rowlett, Maitland, Mo . Charles C. Weller . 2nd & 4th Wed. . 139 Oregon . D. G. Brown . E. A. Banning, Oregon, Mo . 1st & 3rd Th. . 2141 Forest City . Lavere North, Forest City, Mo . Dale N. Book . 2nd & 4th Tu. . 294 Mound City . Francis Thompson .. , D. B. Burnett, Mound City, Mo . 1st & 3rd Tu. . 606ICraig . C. M. Randall, Craig, Mo , . Elmer A. Allan

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. Savannah , Savannah Helena . 117 Rochester Lincoln . 138IFillmore Whitesville . 162 Whitesville Rosendale . 404lRosendale Valley . 413IBolckow Cosby .••........ 600ICosby Buchanan ..... Agency ........•. 10 Agency Wellington . 22IDeKalb S~. J<?Seph . 781St. Joseph Blrmlng •.•...... 150 Faucett Zeredatha , 1891St. Joseph Rushville . 238IRushville Brotherhood . 2691St. Joseph Charity King Hill Saxton

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. Russell Ott . Glen O. Taylor . Ben S. Porter . Roy L. McBride . Wm. J. Whitsell. . Frank Parker . George Hoover . Kenneth Boulton . H. H. Mullenax . Freddie McNew . H. E. Miller . Dee B. Eckelberry . Lawrence Shipp

. G. F. Pierce, Union Star, Mo . 1st & 3rd Mon. . C. T. Pilcher, DeKalb County, Maysville, Mo . 1st & 3rd Mon. . Samuel O. Borland, Osborn, Mo . 2nd & 4th Wed. . Clarence G. Waller, Stewartsville, Mo•........... 1st & 3rd Tu. . Donald M. Barrow, Clarksdale, Mo . 1st & 3rd Th. . Melvin Drummond, Winston, Mo . 1st & 3rd Tu. . G. Neil Walls, Rt. 4, Box 2, Pattonsburg, Mo . 1st & 3rd Tu. . Bruce Holbrook, Gallatin, Mo•................... 2nd & 4th Tu. . W. S. Underwood, Coffey, Mo . 1st & 3rd Wed. . Melvin Eads, Lock Springs, Mo . 1st & 3rd Th. . Sam Pugh, Jameson, Mo . 1st & 3rd Th. . Doyle C. Kime, Jamesport, Mo . 1st & 3rd Mon. . Walter Miller, King City, Mo . 2nd & 4th Th.

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. H. B. Early, 40 S. Jewell St., Liberty, Mo . 2nd & 4th Mon. 31lLiberty . Homer B. Brown 49 Holt . Cleo S. Hurt . Lawrence W. Bartee, Holt, Mo . 2nd & 4th Mon. 193 Missouri City . Vincil R. Turner . Ivan A. Parman, Missouri City, Mo . 1st & 3rd Tu. 207 Excelsior Springs J. F. McCullough . Albert L. Forsythe, Box 443, Excelsior Spgs., Mo.. 1st & 3rd Mon. 311 IKearney . Stanley Ervin . John W. Ervin, Box 534, Kearney, Mo . 1st & 3rd Th. 438 1Smithville . Donald Coleman . E. V. Wolfe, Smithville, Mo . 1st & 3rd Wed. 37IHemple . J as. L. Stephens . Glenn H. Cook, RR 1, Hemple, Mo . 2nd & 4th Th. 621 Cameron . Harold E. Bain . O. Rex Orr, Rt. 3, Cameron, Mo . 1st & 3rd Mon. 113 I Plattsburg . J. A. Biggerstaff . Hugh O. Marshall, Plattsburg, Mo . 1st & 3rd Th. 397IGower ........•. E. Jackson Weakley .. Jewell W. Singleton, Gower, Mo . 1st & 3rd Wed. . J. L. Taylor, Box 262, Lathrop, Mo . 1st & 3rd Mon. 506ILathrop , A. W. McIntire . Frank A. Schwarz . Laurence D. Estill, Lawson, Mo . 1st & 3rd Fri. 393 Lawson

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. Braymer Hamilton Polo Breckenridge Cowgill Livingst~~·. '. : '. Friendship

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l35iBraymer 224lHamilton 232 Polo 3341 Breckenridge 561 Cowgill 89 Chillicothe

. Arnold G. Pence . B. O. Brownlee . C. A. Yoakum . Curtis Curnow . David K. Hatfield . Stoney Richardson

Benevolence 117o\Utica 1 Delvin Clark Wheeling. . . . . . .. 434 Wheeling. . . . . . •. Ray Carpenter Dawn........... 539IDawn Loyd C. Bowman

. D. Irving Farrar, Braymer, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2nd & 4th Tu. . L. R. Spainhower, Hamilton, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1st & 3rd Tu. . Forrest R. Leamer, Polo, Mo 2nd & 4th Wed. . Herbert Woolsey, Breckenridge, Mo 2nd & 4th Th. . T. M. Parker, Cowgill, Mo 2nd & 4th Fri. . F. W. Cornue, 5l4Y:i Washington St., Chillicothe, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . .. 2nd & 4th Tu. . H. D. Rice, Utica, Mo.. . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . . . .. 1st & 3rd Fri. . M. L. Aye. Acting, Wheeling, Mo.. . • . . . . . . . . . . .. 2nd & 4th Th. . M. F. Pollard, Ludlow, Mo 2nd & 4th Fri.

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THIRTEENTH DISTRICT-VIRGIL SLAUGHTER, D. D. G. Mo, Meadville, Mo. No. I Location 82jLinneuso . 86 Brookfield . 227lLaclede . 233 Bucklin . 325IMeadville . 481lMarceline

Lodges . Jackson Brookfield Cypress Bucklin Dockery Marceline

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Master . Wendell O. Dodson . F. K. Cleveland . Wilbur Molloy .. R. A. Mendenhall . Aubrey M. Gooch . Edwin C. Carlson

Secretary Time of Meeting Ronald E. Bradley, Linneus, Mo...............•. 2nd & 4th Mon. A. P. Boyles, 1105 Brookfield, Brookfield, Mo•..... 2nd & 4th Tu. Thomas H. Wade, Linneus, Mo.................• 1st & 3rd Wed. F.!. Anderson, Bucklin, Mo...................•. 1st & 3rd Tu. . Jack E. Friesner, Meadville, Mo...............•. Ea. Tu. . A. M. Willian, 420 W. Walker, Marceline, Mo..... 1st & 3rd Th.

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Callao . Bloomington . Censer La Plata . Lodge of Truth . Excello . Elmer ..........• . . St. Andrews Shelbina . HunnewelL . BetheL . Clarence . 0

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, Wyaconda Monticello LaBelle Craft Williamstown Lewistown Ewing M~;iO~·.·.·.·.·.·.·.· Palmyra St. John's HannibaL Philadelphia

. 241La Grange . 58 Monticello . 222 LaBelle . 287 Canton . 370 IWilliamstown . 494 Lewistown . 577 Ewing . 181Palmyra . 28IHannibal . 188 Hannibal. . 502 Philadelphia

. W. R. Lake, LaGrange, Mo . 1st & 3rd Th. . Thomas G. Brown . Chester D. Hinton , 2nd & 4th Th. . R. Lance West, Monticello, Mo . Wm. A. Hamilton . Frank L. Young, LaBelle, Mo . 2nd & 4th Fri. . D. B. Stone . 1st & 3rd Mon. . J ere Bradshaw, Canton, Mo . 1st & 3rd Th. . Wayne Welker ..•.... John S. Smith, Williamstown, Mo . Delmar Smith . 1st & 3rd Th. . Archie E. Graves, Lewistown, Mo . J. P. Wallace . 2nd & 4th Tu. . John W. Terpening, Ewing, Mo . W. W. Jacobs . R. L. Haydon, 306 S. Main St., Palmyra, Mo.....• 2nd & 4th Th. . W. H. Blackshaw, 1214 Paris Ave., Hannibal, Mo.. 1st & 3rd Mon. . N. T. Waugh . 2nd & 4th Mon. . Ward C. Thompson .. Frederick E. Herrin, Box 401, Hannibal, Mo . Paul M. Bailey . Thomas J. Bleigh, Philadelphia, Mo . 1st Tho

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Eolia •.•...••.•.. 14IEolia........... R. W. Harrelson Clarksville••..••. 17Iclarksville Chas. L. Bankhead Floyd J. Craft Perseverance..... 92 Louisiana Earl Libla Phoenix..•.••... 136 Bowling Green Frankford . 192 Frankford.•..... Dawson Fisher Edwin G. Harris Pike . 399 Curryville

Theo. L. Graue, Eolia, Mo Edward N. Hawkins, Clarksville, Mo Russell J. Rowe, Louisiana, Mo Leslie J. Calvert, Bowling Green, Mo J. S. Brown, Frankford, Mo Carl D. Harris, Curryville, Mo

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30 Huntsville Huntsville •...••. Milton . 151 Milton Clifton Hill . 161 Clifton Hill Moberly . 344 Moberly Cairo ..••........ 486 Cairo Higbee .. 527 Higbee Jacksonville , 541 Jacksonville Clark ..•......... 610 Clark

L. E. DeItz ..•....... Leonard Bradley, 415 N. Main, Huntsville, Mo Ross Dixon Arthur Haak, RR 3, Moberly, Mo C. A. Baker , Goo. K. Hill, Clifton Hill, Mo E. F. Wilson, 825 W. Rollins, Moberly, Mo Dale Ward Donald Edwards U. L. Dameron, Rt. I, Cairo, Mo Lowell Bankhead Edwin B. Hawkins, Higbee, Mo W. H. Bean A. J. Wedding, Cairo, Mo Elmo Ornburn ..•.... Frank L. Ornburn, Clark, Mo

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73IBrunswick H. E. Lewellen 74 Keytesville Edward C. Drace 122 Triplett •........ R. L. Sanders. Jr 202 Westville•....... Lowell Brown 208 Salisbury Wayne Gooch ...•.... 426IRothville Francis Kepner .••... 525 Sumner ..••..... Marvin F. Lentz ••... 628 Mendon H. Thornsberry

Milton J. Daily, Brunswick. Mo Marvin G. Wilson, Keytesville, Mo J. T. Stouffer, Triplett, Mo Floyd E. Porter, Bynumville, Mo E. J. Kirby, Salisbury, Mo Nat J. Venable, Rothville. Mo Leslie O. Allen, Sumner, Mo C. G. Shull, Box 75, Mendon, Mo

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TWENTIETH DISTRICT-EARL DEARDORFF, D. D. G. Mo, Hale, Mo. County Carroll

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Secretary Time of Meeting . George Hollister, DeWitt, Mo . 1st & 3rd Th. . Orval E. Lamb, Carrollton, Mo . 2nd & 3rd Th. . 2nd & 4th Tu. . Frank Brunscher, Bogard, Mo . Robert Baker, Rt. 2, Hale, Mo...........•....... 1st & 3rd Mon. . R. Hugh Robinson, 611 S. Elm, Norborne, Mo..... 2nd & 4th Mon. . C. F. McPherson, Bosworth, Mo•....•....•...... 2nd & 4th Th. . 2nd Sat. 4th Tu. . S. L. Lockridge, Box 67, Hardin, Mo

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Rising Sun . Weston . Compass . Camden Point . Rowley . Fidelity . Adelphi ......•.•. Platte City .

13IBarry . J. E. Lederer . J. P. Martin 53 Weston 120 Parkville . Donald Grisham 169 Camden-Point . Robert E. Wright . Joe F. Grable 204 Dearborn . Robert G. Bryson 339\Farley . W. W. Black 355 Edgerton 5041 Platte City . James Wade

. G. C. Harrington, 204 E. 29th, N. Kansas City, Mo 1st Sat. . 1st & 3rd Thurs. . J. A. Offutt, Box 116, Weston, Mo . Harry M. Box, RR 4, Box 252, Parkville. Mo . 1st Mon. . 1st & 3rd Tu. . Jean D. Deal, Box 82, Camden Point, Moo. . 2nd Wed. . Vaughn Hull, Dearborn, Mo . Lee Fox, Box 301, RFD I, Parkville, Mo . 2nd Wed. . 2nd & 4th Tues. . Clyde M. Newman, Edgerton, Mo . 2nd & 4th Mon. . Herman Klein, Platte City, Mo

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Milton Shapiro ...... Jos. S. Epstein, 3301 Woodland, Kansas City 9, Mo 2nd & 4th Tu. S. O. Purvis ......... C. L. Soderstrom, 6716 Locust, KansasCity 10, Mo. 1st & 3rd Fri. Charles H. Brown .... R.1. Newton, Sr., 540 S. Jackson, Kansas City, Me 2nd & 4th Mon. L. Tyler Waller ...... G. M. McClelland, 2905 E. 52nd, Kansas City 6, Mo 1st & 3rd Tu. E. D. VanDuyne ..... M. C. Morgan, 4407 Campbell, Kansas City 10, Mo. 2nd & 4th Wed. F. W. Goodwillie, Jr.. H. B. Blanchard, 3339 Tracy, Kansas City 9, Mo... 1st & 3rd Mon. Niels A. Nissen ...... Geo. R. Seay, 3845 Broadway, Kansas City 2, Mo.• 2nd & 4th Tu. Oliver D. Welch ...... Frank A. Lewis, 3201 Park, Kansas City 3, Mo.... 2nd & 4th Th. Aldace R. Chinn ..... Fred H. Knight, 903 Harrison, Kansas City, Mo... 1st & 3rd Sat. Wm. G. Mills ........ Vernie G. Fisher, 903 Harrison, Kansas City 6, 2nd & 4th Fri. Charles B. Myers ..... Harold B. Hurd, 3937 Genesee, Kansas City, Mo•.. 1st & 3rd Th. C. W. McCalister ..... L. E. Reedy, 3912 Michigan Ave., Kansas City 4, Mo.......................................... 1st & 3rd Tu. 5691Kansas City ..... Henry O. Peebles .... Roy E. Case, 4543 Chestnut Av., Kansas City, Mo. 1st & 3rd Mon. 617 Kansas City ..... J. Kohler Wolfe...... L. Verne Hosic, 3828 E. 59th, Kansas City 30, Mo.. 2nd & 4th Th. 6251Kansas City ..... Lewis R. Eastman ... R. O. Fulton, 5421 Ralston, Kansas City 29, Mo.... 2nd & 4th Th. 630lKansas City ..... Robert H. Gaunt ..... L. T. Gillham, 2547 Jackson, Kansas City 27, Mo.. 1st & 3rd Tu. 643jKansas City ..... John F. Williams .... E. N. Haynes, 5520 Tracy Av., Kansas City 10, Mo 1st & 3rd Th. 656 Kansas City ..... James J. Dumit ...... R. T. Swearingen, 5940 Rockhill Rd., Kansas City 4, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1st & 3rd Mon. 663\Kansas City ..... Julius Loeffler ....... Joseph Weinsaft, 4222 S. Benton, Kansas City Mo. 1st & 3rd Wed. 659 N. Kansas City .. C. H. Schorling ...... R. G. Yates, 4512 Askew, Kansas City 16, Mo...... 2nd & 4th Mon.

1041Kansas City ..... 219 Kansas City ..... 220 Kansas City ..... City ..... 305 Kansas City ..... 316 Kansas City ..... 340 Kansas City ..... 446jKansas City ..... 522jKansas City ..... 546 Kansas City ..... 547\Kansas City ..... 563 Kansas City .....

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. A. W. Michael . J. L. Rider . Harold Frerking . George B. Dotson . Dale Laughlin . J. W. Pattinson . Hoey Y. Love . Clifford Gooch

. W. C. Rowe, Waverly, Mo 2nd Th. . Eugene S. Holman, 1315 Franklin, Lexington, Mo. 3rd Tu. . Gene Whitener, Higginsville, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2nd & 4th Mon. . Everett Pape, Concordia, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1st & 3rd Mon. . R. H. Kelly, Odessa, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2nd & 4th Fri. 3rd Mon. . Forrest B. Thompson, Richmond, Mo . Wm. L. Britt, Camden, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1st Th. . Eunice Roe, RFD No. I, Orrick, Mo 2nd Th.

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. 551Arrow Rock C~mb!'idge . 63 Slater MiamI. . 85 Miami. Trilumina . 205 Marshall Barbee ..•.....•. 217 Sweet Springs Malta . 402 Malta Bend OrientaL . 518lBlackburn Nelson , 560 Nelson

2nd Th. . Russell Reith, RFD No.1, Nelson, Mo . William Nowlin . John D. VanWinkle .. F. G. Schmidt, 201 E. Lincoln, Slater, Mo.. . . . . . .. 1st Tu. ' 4th Tu. . Stephen M. Farrell ... Geo. W. Wilson, Miami, Mo . Clay Cundiff ..•...... G. Howard Fuller, Marshall, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1st Th. . Roy Dennis . Paul Wylie, Sweet Springs, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Last Fri. . L. H. McRoberts . Elmer H. Wilson, Malta Bend, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1st Tu. Walter C. Borchers, Blackburn, Mo 4th Th. A. L. Finkeldei . . 2nd & 4th Tu. . E. D. Jeffress . W. R. Leffler, Nelson, Mo

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Time of Meeting Master Secretary . L. L. Williamson . Clarence L. Hurt, Boonville, Mo . 2nd & 4th Tu. . Walter J. Maloney . Geo. M. Burnett, Otterville, Mo . 2nd & 4th Wed. . Peyton E. Hays, Pilot Grove, Mo . 2nd & 4th Tu. . William W. Hoff . Richard Nelson . Donald J. McKnight, Bunceton, Mo.............• 2nd & 4th Fri. . T. R. Strickfaden . Fred L. SchUb, Prairie Home, Mo . 1st & 3rd Th. . Freeman Brown ....• W. R. Koelling, New Franklin, Mo . 1st & 3rd Th. . Samuel P. Ayres, Jr., Fayette, Mo . 1st & 3rd Tu. . John A. Golson . Charles T. Jones . Ralph E. Johnson, Glasgow, Mo . 1st & 3rd Mon. . William J. Pruett . Robert R. Walker, Box 323, Armstrong, Mo . 1st & 3rd Th.

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Centralia . 59\Centralia Twilight . 114 Columbia... Ashland . 156lAshland Sturgeon . 174 Sturgeon Hallsville . 336\Hallsville Ancient Landmarl 356 Harrisburg Hinton . 455lHinton Acacia . 602lColumbia

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J. B. Galloway Howard Christopher, Laddonia, Mo Laddonia . 115 Laddonia Fred M. Gamble..... B. C. Denton, Box 120, Mexico, Mo Hebron . 354 Mexico Vandalia . 491 Vandalia L. D. Kennedy, Jr John E. Byram, 309 N. Walnut, Vandalia, Mo . Fulton Albin J. Bura T. Gordon Niedergerke, Fulton, Mo . 48 Fulton 60 New Bloomfield .. Edson A. Meyers New Bloomfield .. C. M. Holt, New Bloomfield, Mo Tebbetts . 565 Tebbetts. . . . . . .. David Bryan ......•.. W. H. Hazlett, Tebbetts, Mo Shamrock . 585 Shamrock H. J. Robison, Sr W. S. Armstrong, Bachelor, Mo Mokane

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TWENTY-NINTH DISTRICT-JACK VANN. D. D. G. M.• Elsberry. Mo. Lin,~oln

. Troy •........... Silex . NewHope New Salem Louisville Nineveh Moscow

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John Kuhne, Troy, Mo 2nd & 4th Mon. . Jack Bibb . J. Lukin Brown. . . . .. Ralph E. Williams, Silex, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Fri. on or bef. full moon Wayne B. Leftwich, Box 332, Ellsberry, Mo 2nd Th. . Lon H. LaRue . Nathan A. Ricks H. H. Arnhold, Winfield, Mo•..............•..... 1st & 3rd Fri. . John O. Moran, Jr H. R. Howerton, 406 W. Main, Bowling Green, Mo 1st & 3rd Th. . W. W. Haines, Jr David A. Thompson, Olney, Mo 1st Fri. . Sidney L. McCoy. . . .. A. C. Langford, Moscow Mills, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . •. 2nd & 4th Sat.

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Russellville . 90 IRussellville Hickory Hill. . 211IEugene Centertown . 611lcentertown . Monii~~~: : : : : Tipton 56 Tipton California . 188 California Moniteau ..•..... 295 Jamestown . 553 IClarksburg ...... Clarksburg . 1851 Chamois Os,~ge . Chamois Linn . 326 Linn

1 Robert T. Pratt . N. F. Steenberger, 2216 Oakview Dr., Jefferson City, Mo 1st & 3rd Mon. . Albert J. Edwards . George Wilson, Russellville, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2nd Fri. . Glen A. Thomas . J. M. Logrbrinck, Eugene, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1st Sat. . James M. Swearingen, Centertown, Mo.. . . . . . . . .. 1st Tu. . Roy J. McDaniel. . David W. Fenton, Tipton, Mo . Douglas Hays 2nd & 4th Th. . Floyd W. Wise . A. E. Wilson, California, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2nd & 4th Fri. . H. C. Harkins, Jamestown, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1st Sat. . E. F. Herndon . Jewell M. Maness . Leslie J. Stephens, Clarksburg, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1st & 3rd Sat. . Donald A. Townley . Ernst H. Schowengerdt, Chamois, Mo.. . . . . . . . . .. 4th Fri. . F. Edward Busch, Linn, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1st & 3rd Fri. . Frank P. Hubert

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No. I Location Master Secretary I Time of Meeting 271New Haven . George J. Fries . John W. Sheible, New Haven, Mo 2nd & 4th Th. 69ISullivan . B. E. Hammer . H. E. Vieten, 4 W. Euclid, Sullivan, Mo.. . . . . . . .. 1st & 3rd Fri. . 1731Gray SummIt . Arendt N. Kuelper . Wm. E. Arnold, Gray Summit, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1st & 3rd Th. . 251 Washington . William D. Crump . Walter A. Pfautsch, 316 Cedar, Washington, Mo.. 1st & 3rd Fri. . 363 Robertsville . John Darcy ..•....... O. D. Prichard, Robertsville, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1st & 3rd Sat. . James V. Hogan, Sr.. Robert Wunderlich, Box 265, Pacific, Mo•........ , 2nd & 4th Th. . 534jPacific . 5751St. Clair . Ben W. Burt, Jr., RR No.1, St. Clair, Mo 2nd & 4th Tu. . Wm. N. Phillips . 593 Union ...•...... Chester C. Danz . Wm. S. Toelke, Union, Mo 2nd & 4th Fri. . 123lHermann . Ben Haeffner . W. D. Stoenner, 218 W. 6th St., Hermann, Mo 2nd & 4th Fri. . 624 IOwensville . J. A. Patterson, Owensville. Mo . LaVergne Baxter , 1st & 3rd Th.

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liSt. Louis 31St. Louis 201St. Louis 251St. Louis 951St. Louis

Joseph A. Schaller . J. Wohradsky, Jr.,2108 Ann Av., St. Louis 4, Mo.. 1st & 3rd Th. G. Herbert Wollberg., H. E. Waldt, 8609 Tara Lane, St. Louis 21, Mo.. .. 2nd & 4th Th. Ernst J. Malpe . Harry Schwartz, 975 Kirkham, Kirkwood 22, Mo.. 2nd & 4th Wed. G. B. Smythe . Rudy G. Brock, 2719 Ashby Rd., St. Ann's 14, Mo.. 2nd & 4th Th. M. R. Neutzling . Geo. E. Lansing, Acting, 5214a Devonshire, St. Louis 9,Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1st & 3rd Sat. G. W. Westfall . W. C. Smith, 7361 Chamberlain, St. Louis 5, Mo 2nd & 4th Tu. Occidental. . 1631St. Louis Pyramid . 1801St. Louis H. S. Maitland, Jr . Clarence H. Krah, 9924 Wolff Dr., Affton 23, Mo 2nd & 4th Fri. Good Hope . 2181St. Louis M. H. Reisinger . E. M. Ruffin, 6407 January Ave., St. Louis 9, Mo.. 1st & 3rd Sat. Aurora . 2671St. Louis Leon J. Sellers . C. V. Ehrmann, 3735 S. 8pring, St. Louis16, Mo... 1st & 3rd Tu. Lloyd J. Vasquez . G. H. Holdsworth, 4943 Schollmeyer, St. Louis 9, America . 34718t. Louis Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2nd & 4th Tu. . Gustav Heinichen, 3227 Ringer Rd., Lemay 23, Mo 2nd & 4th Sat. Cache . 4161St. Louis . Lloyd H. Worick . M. C. Cadwallader . Wm. E. Punt, 5610 Nottingham, St. Louis 9, Mo... 1st & 3rd Mon. Harmony . 499 St. Louis . H. E. Willmann . J. E. Winterton, Jr., 2911 Tamm, St. Louis 9, Mo.. 2nd & 4th Tu. Clifton Heights . 5201St. Louis . E. H. Pleitsch, 1130 Wilshire, St. Louis 24, Mo.. .. 2nd & 4th Tu. . James E. Creasap Rose Hill . 5501St. Louis Magnolia . 6261St. Louis . Elmer A. Taylor, Sr.. Henry C. Mayer, 6638 Bancroft, St. Louis 9, Mo... 2nd & 4th Wed. . J os. L. Loida . A. H. Liebmann, 5508 Rhodes Av., St. Louis 9, Mo. 2nd & 4th Th. Tower Grove . 6311St. Louis . H. G. Diller, 450 California, Webster Groves 19, M( 2nd & 4th Fri. Triangle . 63818t. Louis . Orrin E. Brigham . Arno Bollinger . H. E. Treece, 2103 Lilly Ave., St. Louis 10, Mo 2nd & 4th Th. Trinity . 641\St. Louis 1st & 3rd Th. Benj. Franklin . 64218t. Louis . Albert Krause, 6625 Delmar, St. Louis, Mo . Nathan L. Davis . A. E. Turley, 9 Holly Dr., Webster Groves 19, Mo.. 1st & 3rd Wed. . Byrl W. Munger Pilgrim . 652 St. Louis Commonwealth . 65418t. Louis . Wm. L. Hiner, Acting, 9056 McNulty Dr., . Wm. L. Hiner St. Louis 21, Mo 1st & 3rd Th. , Anchor '1 443 IUniversity CitY"1 Ernest R. Wilson . A. W. Reiter, 6623 Hoffman, St. Louis 9, Mo.. . . .. 2nd & 4th Wed. University 6491University City .. Fred W. Monken . A. A. NaIl, 6921 Waterman, University City 5, Mo. 1st & 3rd Mon. Theo. Roosevelt .. , 661 University City .. Irving C. Loesche . J. G. Mahalak, 1009 Gabriel Dr.• 8t. Louis 15, Mo.. 2nd & 4th Mon.

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. Index Cass Grand River NonpareiL Belton Jewel Coldwater Archie Cleveland

54iGarden City . 1471 Harrisonville 276IFreeman 3721East Lynne . 450 I Belton . 4801 Pleasant Hill . 485 Drexel . 6331 Archie . 6511 Cleveland . .

. F. W. Winter . T. B. Prettyman . Charles 1. Dean. . . . .. . Wm. E. Collings . Herman Tabor . Wm. Elroy Schupp . Roy L. Scheib . Lewis Herrell . Frank A. Rice. . . . . ..

Earl W. Yoder, Garden City, Mo Jesse L. VanMeter, Harrisonville. Mo Harold Blevins, Freeman, Mo C. H. Bradley, Sr. ,East Lynne, Mo L. D. Laffoon, Peculiar, Mo John W. Parker, Pleasant Hill, Mo C. H. Bundy, Drexel, Mo Martin Hackler, Archie, Mo Earl L. Young, Box 124, Cleveland, Mo.. . . . . . . . ..

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County Bates

No. I Location . 130IHume . 141IAmsterdam . 254 Butler . 341IRocl{ville . 368 Adrian . 4791Rich Hill . 554 Foster

Master . Earnest M. Pieratt . Damon G. Shannon . John C. Miller . Raymond H. Hirni . Arnold J . Weeks . Homer S. Swope . L. G. Littlefield

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THIRTY-SIXTH DISTRICT-LLOYD C. KENNON. 1455 So. Sneed, Sedalia. Mo. Cole Camp . 5951Cole Camp Shawnee . 653IWarsaw . 245IKnobnoster Johnso~::::: : Knobnoster Holden . 262IHolden Corinthian •...... 265Iwarrensburg Cold Spring . 274 Leeton Chilhowee . 487,Chilhowee Pettis . Sedalia . 2361 Sedalia Granite . 272ISedalia Green Ridge .. , .. 4251Green Ridge LaMonte . 574ILaMonte Benton

Vaughn T. Lumpee .. John Owen Chas. F. Covey Jack Wharton Willis E. Harding S. J. Roop M. P. Matthews Robert E. Burford... Edwin W. Sands Asa Gordon Everett Wing

E. H. Intelmann, Box 117, Warsaw, Mo 1st & 3rd Fri. Arthur E. Constance, Warsaw, Mo 2nd & 4th Tu. C. L. Saults, Knob Noster, Mo 2nd & 4th Th. C. 0. Landes, Holden, Mo.. , ..............•..... 1st & 3rd Th. C. R. Collins, 520 Maple, Warrensburg, Mo 1st & 3rd Mon. D. E. Bailey, 209a S. Maguire, Warrensburg, Mo.• 3rd Th. M. A. Wallace, Chilhowee, Mo , 1st & 3rd Fri. Howard J. Gwinn, 667 E. 10th St., Sedalia, Mo...• 1st Fri. Lloyd C. Kennon, 1455 S. Sneed, Sedalia, Mo 3rd Fri. L. B. Beach, Green Ridge, Mo.......•...••....... 3rd Th. Robert B. Burke, RR 2, LaMonte, Mo 2nd Fri.

THIRTY·SEVENTH DISTRICT-JOSEPH S. KIDWELL, D. D. G. Mo, Windsor, Mo. H~:1rY

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. Windsor Montrose Clinton Calhoun . St. Clair Circle Lowry City Appleton City Star

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29Iwindsor Charles Holmes 408 Montrose Roy Hilty. . . . . . . . . .. 548 Clinton Harve B. Hager 552 ICalhoun •........ E. W. Masters 273 IOsceola. Eldon Lawson 342 Roscoe J. W. Van Wickel. 403 ILowry-City A. Neuenschwander .. 4121Appleton City John R. Bailey 419iTaberville Carlos Wheeler.

Wm. B. Johnson, 406 N. Commercial,Windsor, Mo. 1st & 3rd Tu. Geo. F. Towler, Box 111, Montrose, Mo . 2nd & 4th Mon. J. B. Holcomb, 216 E. Lincoln, Clinton, Mo . 2nd & 4th Tu. H. L. Redford, Calhoun, Mo...............•.. , .. 1st & 3rd Th. Roger P. Frank, Osceola, Mo . 3rd Tu. C. A. Weinlig, Roscoe, Mo . 2nd Wed. James R. Naylor, Lowry City, Mo . 1st Fri. Lloyd Lewellen, Appleton City, Mo . 3rd Mon. K. L. Ingalls, Taberville, Mo . 4th Fri.

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. Linn Creek Mack's Creek . Laclede Competition Conway., . Waynesville Richland . Brumley Jl>eria

Roy Crowell 152 ICamdenton . 4331Mack's Creek D. W. Alvis Jack Watson . 83lLebanon L. A. Noble . 432 Com p etition . 528 jConway. . . . . . . .. W. E. Massey . 375IWaynesville John Sharp Paul A. Baker . 385 Richland . 203IBrumley C. J. McCubbin Benj. S. Davis . 410 Iberia .

. Jerry M. Eidson, Camdenton, Mo.. . • . . . . . . . . . . .. 2nd Th. . Roy A. True, Urbana, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1st Sat. . Edwin H. Draper, 519 Locust, Lebanon, Mo... , ... 1st Wed. . D. E. Cook, Competition, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1st Sat. . E. Herschel Harris, Box 56, Conway. Mo......... 1st Sat. . Dru L. Pippin, Waynesville, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2nd Tu. . J. H. Trippe, Richland, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2nd Wed. 2nd Wed. . J. Guy Hix, Ulman, Mo 1st Th. . Raymond Gardner, Iberia, Mo

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77ISteelville . John M. Harris 312 Cuba•........... Royl Knight 225ISalem . Harry E. Justus 373IBelle . Lowell Terrill . W. W. Nangle 531 Vichy 94IVienna . Earl W. Orr 213jRolla . Claude F. Brown 230ISt. James . E. R. york . M. R. Sisk 497 Newburg 346IDixon . Thos. F. Goodman 145 LickinR' . James A. Sherrill

. W. I. Carr, Steelville, Mo . Chas. F. Wilmeshere, Cuba, Mo . Max J. Blackwell, Salem, Mo . N. B. Stockton, Bland, Mo . Jas. A. Anderson, Vichy, Mo . C. A. Baldwin, Vienna, Mo . Walter C. Campbell, 203 W. 1st, Rolla. Mo . W. W. Jackson, St. James, Mo . Howard R. Pinto, Newburg, Mo . A. W. Davis, Dixon, Mo . Leonard B. Pulley, Licking, Mo

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1Joachim......... De Soto '1 119IDeSoto. ·········1 James D. Elliott "1 A. L. Schwaegerle, Box 572, DeSoto, Mo 164 Hillsboro Geo. C. Vickers R. E. Kleinschmidt, Hillsboro, Mo

. 2nd & 4th Th. . 1st & 3rd Fri. Herculaneum 33SIHerculaneum H. A. Hartoeben Geo. W. Hegel, Rt. 1, Imperial, Mo . 2nd & 4th Fri. Tyro............ 12 Caledonia Gracin Akers Frank Wallis, Caledonia, Mo . Sat. on or bef. full moon & 2nd Sat. thereafter. Potosi 131 IPotosi. '1 Herbert Eye George Carr, Potosi, Mo•........................ 1st Fri. Irondale......... 143IIrondale G. J. Bartlow Guy O. Maxwell, Irondale, Mo . 1st & 3rd Sat. . .. Belgrade......... 632 Belgrade. . . . . . .. Earl Martin. . . . . . . .. H. C. Akers, Belgrade, Mo . 3rd Sat. St. Francois 1 Blackwell 535jBlackwell Marion Decker Geo. V. Welch, 201 S. 4th St., DeSoto, Mo . 1st Sat. Jefferson Shekinah........ 256jFestus C. W. Self Byrl DeGeare, 730 N. Mill Dr.,Festus, Mo . 2nd & 4th Tu.

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Riddick Western Light Urbana Hogle's Creek Hic,~ory: : : : : : .- Hermitage P?!k . Fair Play Modern Pleasant. Bolivar Pleasant Hope Aldrich .

. 3611BUffalO Hurshel Hack . Byron Rea, Buffalo, Mo•........................ 4th Fri. . 1st Th. . Forrest M. Dorman, Louisburg, Mo 396 Louisburg. . . . . .. Paul H. Matthews Roy TrunnelL . James R. Fowler, Urbana, Mo•.................. 4th Sat. . 421 Urbana . L. Fred Jenkins, Wheatland, Mo . 1st Th. . 279 Wheatland. . . . .. Sidney Kittel. . 3rd Sat. R. G. Fishback . Geo. E. Wilson, Hermitage, Mo . 2SSIHermitage . 1stMon."'~ . 44jFair Play John H. Price ..•.... Howard Price, Fair Play, Mo . 2nd Dlon. Lee Baumgardner . Vernon E. Parkhurst. Humansville, Mo . 144 Humansville . 3rd Mon. . Morris E. Ewing, Morrisville, Mo . 160 ,Morrisville. . . . .. Harry O. Ezell . 2nd Wed. . 195IBolivar......... E. W. Blankenship . S. B. Brown III, Bolivar, Mo . 1st Th. . 4671Pleasant Hope ... Wayne C. Patterson .. Floyd P. Slagle, Pleasant Hope, Mo . Marion Mitchell, Aldrich, Mo.•.................. 1st Tu. . 664 Aldrich. . . . . . . .. George Cooper

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Lodges ,No. I Location Master . Stockton 283\Stockton John A. Cantlon Jerusalem....... 315,Jericho Springs .. Elvin Wilson Clintonville...... 482 IEldorado Springs !thel C. Darnell . Washington...... 87IGreenfield Lee A. McNeel, Jr Garrett. . . . . . . . .. 359 Arcola A. K. Gambill Everton......... 405IEverton Cecil T. Stiles Melville 458IDadeville Fred HilL J. E. Dustman Lockwood 521 Lockwood

Secretary Time of Meeting . Chas. L. Schnedler, Box 116, Stockton, Mo . 1st & 3rd Th. . F. O. Potts, Jericho Springs, Mo . 1st & 3rd Mon. . Earl F. Pentecost, Eldorado Springs, Mo . 2nd & 4th Th. . David E. Ruark, S. Greenfield, Mo . 4th Tu. . James E. Gillen, Rt. 2, Lockwood, Mo . 2nd Th. . Wm. R. Probst, Everton, Mo . 2nd & 4th Tu. . R. P. Myers, Dadevil~e, Mo...........•.......... 1st & 3rd Th. . Thos. M. Morris, Lockwood, Mo . 2nd & 4th Th. "'tl ~

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303lNevada . 3711 Sheldon . 4481 Schell City . 490IMontevallo . 495IRichards . 605IWalker . 187jLiberal. . 292 Lamar . 4751Golden City . 516 Milford

. James S. Tyer . Calvin B. Dockery . Jewell D. Ditty . J. L. Kennedy . Wm. B. Cooper . Roy A. True . E. E. McFarland . D. H. Seavers . Carter Stansberry . Bruce Logan

. David V. Morris, Nevada, Mo . 2nd Fri. . H. L. Burney, Sheldon, Mo.....................• 1st & 3rd Th. . Robert L. Blakely, Schell City, Mo . 2nd Wed. . Oral Faith, Montevallo, Mo . 1st & 3rd Sat. . C. H. Newland, Richards, Mo . 1st & 3rd Wed. . Ralph Bloesser, Walker, Mo . 1st & 3rd Wed. . Loral C. Link, Liberal, Mo . 1st & 3rd Th. . W. A. Heydenberk, Rt. 3, Lamar, Mo . 2nd & 4th Wed. . Ross L. Stansberry, Golden, City, Mo . 2nd & 4th Tu. . Elmer L. Thomas,Milford, Mo . 1st & 3rd Fri.

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197ICarthage 2931 Sarcoxie 335 Joplin 345IJoplin 398/Jasper 401 Carterville 4711 Oronogo 512/webb City 549 Carl Junction 586 Alba 5921La Russell

. Geo. F. Prater, Box 274, Carthage, Mo . J. V. Hightower . Nelson Brown, Sarcoxie, Mo . James O. Coates . E. G. Jennings . Sherman A. Smith, Box 97, Joplin, Mo . Mark E. Whitaker, Box 35, Joplin, Mo . Ray C. Lawson . Victor E. Wardlow . Walter Carter, Rt. 2, Carthage, Mo . Glen W. Rusk, Jr . Floyd R. Chaney, Box 307, Carterville, Mo . Dale Smith . Joe B. Gillard, Oronogo, Mo . R. L. Sullens, 601 S. Ball, Webb City. Mo . Willard G. Terry . Herbert D. Sandy, Carl Junction, Mo . Ralph Martin . Chester E. Black . Leo C. Clarke, 2320 N. Florida, Joplin, Mo . C. A. Brunner . J. V. Patton, Rt. 1, LaRussell, Mo

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. United O'Sullivan Ash Grove Solomon Gate of Temple Republic Strafford Willard Webst~r·.·.·.·"".· Webster Doric Mount Olive Hazelwood Henderson

. . John E. Craig, Jr.... 5\S p rin g field 7 Walnut Grove . Eugene Abbott...... . . 100lAsh Grove . F. G. Snyder . Paul Canaday . 271 Springfield . 4221 Springfield . Francis Matney . 570lRepublic . Herbert L. Coggin. .. . Paul B. Campbell. . .. . 608!Strafford . 620IWillard . Ralph Hughes. . . . . .. . 98/Marshfield . 1. L. young . Wade young . 300 Elkland . 4391 Rogersville, RR. 3 Cecil C. John. . . . . . .. . Merle Cox . 4591 Seymour . A. P. Martin . 477/ Rogersville

M. F. Smith, 3050 E. Walnut, Springfield, Mo 3rd Mon. R. M. Fagan, Walnut Grove, Mo 2nd Tu. Robert S. Hosman, Box 263, Ash Grove, Mo 2nd Th. M. W. Kinloch, 520 E. Normal, Springfield 4, Mo.. 2nd Mon. Wm. G. Clark, 1515 Boonville, Springfield, Mo 3rd Th. Frank J. Comisky, Box 225, Republic, Mo.. . . . . . .. 2nd & 4th Th. Allen H. Owen, Rt. 2, Box 10, Strafford. Mo 1st Th. Gay Perryman, Willard, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1st & 3rd Th. Paul V. Rathbun, Marshfield, Mo 2nd Fri. D. W. Haymes, RR 2, Box 57, Conway, Mo 2nd Sat. M. J. Faulkner, Fordland, Mo , 3rd Fri. Harry Jennings, Seymour, Mo 2nd & 4th Mon. E. F. Bracken, Rogersville, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 3rd Th.

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. . Barnes Texas . Plato . Summersville . Mountain Grove .. Joppa . Mansfield . Norwood .

. Willard Knight, Cabool, Mo . E. E. Scott, Houston, Mo . W. L. Tilley, Plato, Mo . C. M. Baker, Summersville, Mo . Yale Myers, Box 367, Mountain Grove, Mo . E. B. Garner, Hartville, Mo . Donald Livingston, Mansfield, Mo . Forrest N. Freeman, Macomb, Mo.... .. . .

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5791 Grandin 239/Lesterville . 353 Ellington . 1371Birch Tree . 430IWinona . 607lEminence

. Truman D. Hood . H. O. Dowell . Chas. S. Pewitt . Orel Hester . Ray N. Allmon . Carl E. Chilton

/ H. D. Condray, Van Buren, Mo . Sat on or after full moon . H. Frank Gaines, Ellsinore, Mo . 2nd Sat. . Loren Hill, Lesterville. Mo.....................• 2nd & 4th Sat. . 2nd Sat. . Earl L. Brown, Ellington, Mo . Harold Walton, Birch Tree, Mo . 1st & 3rd Mon. . Donald H. Lockman, Winona, Mo . 2nd Tu. . 1st Sat. 3rd Wed. . W. A. Despain, Eminence, Mo

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Lodges Ma.ster No.1 Location Secretary Time of Meeting . Star of the West .. 133IIronton . R. H. Schwankhaus .. Walter E. Manning, Ironton, Mo . 2nd & 4th Frio Mosaic . 351 IBelleview . V. O. Sutton, Belleview, Mo . James E. Black . 1st Sat. Madison . Marcus . 110IFredericktown . Harry F. Meador . Gus Winter, Box 325, Fredericktown, Mo . 1st & 3rd Th. St. Francois . Bismarck . 41 Bismarck . G. E. McEntire . John N. Shipman, Bismarck, Mo . 1st & 3rd Sat. Farmington . 1321 Farmington . Luther Pratt . Hezzie Graham, 414 W. 6th St., Farmington, Mo.. 2nd & 4th Th. Ionic . 1541 Desloge . J. C. Patterson, 301 N. School St., Desloge, Mo . 1st & 3rd Mon. . Clyde W. Gibson St. Francois . 234lLibertyville . Sam Foley, Rt. 1, Knob Lick, Mo . Lester Plummer . 1st Th. Samaritan . 4241Bonne Terre . J. T. Brenon, 209 N. Division, Bonne Terre, Mo . 1st & 3rd Th. . John W. Jenkins Pendleton . 5511Doe Run . Charles W. Hughes, Doe Run, Mo . Eugene C. Pogue . 2nd & 4th Wed. Leadwood . 598lLeadwood . Marvil A. Poston, Box 352, Leadwood, Mo . 2nd & 4th Sat. . Paul A. Mills Elvins . 5991Flat River . 1st & 3rd Tu. . R. F. Rodgers . J. E. LaBruyere, Rt. 1, Box 191, Elvins, Mo Ste. Genevieve. Saline . 2261St. Mary's . Louis A. Duvall . Dwight Smith, 439 N. West St., Perryville, Mo . 4th Sat.

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440/Marble Hill . S. E. Tipton . Wm. Allison 545 Zalma 93 Cape Girardeau .. Milton Ueleke 103lMillersville . John A. Peek 221 Oak Ridge . Delbert L. Hahs . Boyd A. Roddy 417 i Whitewater 4411Jackson . Luther Seabaugh

. J. Virgil Thompson, Marble Hill, Mo•......•..... 1st & 3rd Th. . M. E. Kerr, Gra.ssy, Mo•........................ 1st & llrd Sat. A. C. Stein, 1615 Themis, Cape Girardeau, Mo . 2nd & 4th Tu. . Lloyd James, Jackson, Mo . 1st & 3rd Th. . Fred H. Bruihl, Oak Ridge, Mo . 1st & 3rd Sat. . Daniel F. Jones, Whitewater, Mo . 2nd & 4th Fri. . 2nd & 4th Th. . Henry M. James, 231 S. Missouri, Jackson, Mo

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. 384;Ea.st Prairie . Ea.st Prairie Charleston . 4071 Charleston Morley . 184 IMorley Ashlar . 3061 Commerce Sikeston . 310 Sikeston 5811Illmo Illmo '" Chaffee . 615IChaffee Stoddard . Bloomfield . 153iBloomfield Essex . 278IEssex Lakeville ......•.. 4891Bell City Dexter . 5321 Dexter Advance . 590/Advance Puxico ........•.. 596 Puxico New Mad'rid: : : Morehouse . 6031 Morehouse

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. Charles O. Royal, Ea.st Prairie, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2nd & 4th Th. . James L. Emory . W.H. Fox . Dee Jennings, Charleston, Mo................... 1st & 3rd Th. 2nd & 4th Mon. . C. E. Brashear . C. L. Halford, Oran, Mo 2nd & 4th Tu. . John B. Wise ..•...•• Albion H. Anderson, Commerce, Mo 1st & 3rd Th. . Drury A. Wake . A. A. Harrison, Box 374, Sikeston, Mo . O. C. Amick, Box 354, Illmo, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2nd & 4th Th. . J. Glendon Day 1st & 3rd Th. . Luther J. King, Sr., 408 Yoakum, Chaffee, Mo . Otis Snyder 1st & 3rd Wed. . James L. Evans . K. W. Blomeyer, Bloomfield, Mo 2nd & 4th Tu. . Edw. M. Kaiser . Jene Kirby, Rt. 3, Bloomfield. Mo . Max Bollinger . H. A. Parker, Bell City, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2nd & 4th Tu. . Paul Reed 1st & 3rd Tu. . T. L. Johnson, Dexter, Mo . Lloyd E. Revelle, Advance, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . •. 1st & 3rd Th. . Harlan E. Smith 1st & 3rd Mon. . E. A. Cook . Vernon L. Fortner, Puxico, Mo . James Hart . Don Taylor, Morehouse, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2nd & 4th Tu.

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. 68lKennett . Kennett Four Mile . 212,Campbell Hornersville . 215lHornersville Cardwell . 231\CardwelI. Malden . 406 Malden Senath . 513lSenath New Madrid ... Portageville . 1661 Portageville Point Pleasant . 176,Conran New Madrid . 429jNew Madrid Parma . 650lparma . 461 Caruthersville Pe~!scot ..... , Caruthersville Hayti. . 571 I Hayti. Steele . 634lSteele Stoddard: :: :: : Bernie . 573 Bernie Dunklin . Clarkton . 6451 Clarkton Pemiscot . Wardell . 665lWardell New Madrid . Lilbourn .......•• 666ILilbourn

. Hawkins Russell . Carl McFarland..... . Clyde R. Ray. . . . . . .. . David E. Williams. .. . Charles E. Lester. . .. . Leo Merrick. . . . . . . .. . Henry K. Fisher. . . .. . Walter C. Owen..... . Charles C. Clark. . . .. . A. E. Pearson....... . L. E. Kindred . George W. Horton . Venson Potts . Ferrel Austin . Walter Macon . Walter young . Jack Bixler. . . . . . . ..

Clay P. Bixler, Box 164, Kennet~. Mo John P. Slankard, Campbell, Mo Curtis Huffines, Hornersville, Mo H. O. Tillman, Box 88, Arbyrd, Mo R. C. Patterson, 503 Madison, Malden, Mo R. K. Swindle, Senath, Mo R. D. Ellington, Jr., Box 157, Portageville, Mo U. G. Totty, Box 65, Conran, Mo C. M. Barnes, Box 178, Marston, Mo Orville Coffey, Parma, Mo Donald V. Magee, Box 137, Caruthersville, Mo Floyd M. Carlock, Hayti, Mo David E. Kelley, Box 335, Steele, Mo Norman Nelson, Box 317, Bernie, Mo Stancel J. Stewart, Box 2454, Gideon, Mo D. L. Potts. Box 626, Wardell, Mo Geor~e M. Robinson, Lilbourn, Mo

. 2nd & 4th Th. . 1st & 3rd Th. . 1st & 3rd Mon. . 1st & 3rd Th. . 2nd & 4th Fri. , 1st & 3rd Th. . 1st & 3rd Sat. . 2nd & 4th Th. . 2nd & 4th Mon. . 1st & 3rd Tu. . 1st & 3rd Tu. . 1st & 3rd Th. . 2nd & 4th Th. . 2nd & 4th Th. . 2nd & 4th Mon. . 1st & 3rd Tu. . 1st & 3rd Mon.

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. J. T. Throckmorton .. Art H. Harwell, 315 Oak St., Poplar Bluff, Mo . Jack Davis . Fred Ollar, Briar, Mo . E. H. Rongey, 503 First St., Doniphan, Mo . M. L. Gary . B. E. Marlin . Ralph Chedister, Naylor, Mo . Charles Kennedy, Greenville, Mo . Ira E. Wakefield . Lawrence Hixson . E. G. Eastman, Piedmont, Mo

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James C. Stewart Robert T. Gooch..... Clyde L. Moore Rockford Woods

. 1st Th. . 2nd Tu. . 2nd & 4th Tu. . Sat. on or bef. full moon Arthur Franks, Thomasville, Mo . Sat. on or bef. . Elijah Minks full moon J. W. Mitchell, Box 183, Thayer, Mo . 2nd & 4th Tu. , O. O. Mainprize . Wm. W. Perkins Wallace B. Hodge, 319 Cherry, West Plains, Mo . 2nd Wed. , C. J. Hogan, Isabella, Mo . Sat. bef. 3d Sun. . K. V. Heriford Virgil Wiles, Bakersfield, Mo . Sat. nite on or bef. . Wayne Yoger full moon . Bentley Souders. . . .. C. E. Hicks, Wasola, Mo . 2nd Sat. . 4th Fri. . Barney Dou~las. . . . .. Everett Herd, Gainesville, Mo

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Lodges Master I Secretary Time of Meeting No. I Location Sparta ,., .. 296jS p arta .... , , , , , , Warren W. Wilson ... \ James Jenkins, Sparta, Mo.. , ..... "" ... , .. , .. ' Fri. on or bef. full moon Friend .. , , ... 352 Ozark.,." . Raymond McDaniel., Wilbur Wilson, Ozark, Mo.. , . , , , , , .. , , . , , , , . , Sat. on or bef. full moon , Eldon L. Hale, Billings, Mo ,,., . 1st Th. • • • • • • ·1 BiIlinj.{s ,.,.". 379 I Billings , " .. , . Murl Burkey 2nd & 4th Wed. 4531 Forsyth. , , , . , . , , Martin G. Fallon, ., .. Clayton P. Cooper, Forsythe, Mo., , , ,." " .. , . Taney .. , . , . , '1 Forsyth, , .. , .. F. P. Crosby, .. .,' .. ,' .. Branson . 587 Branson, , , S. G. Prather, Branson, Mo ,, , . 1st & 3rd Fri. 515lGalena . C. L. Robinson. , , , Raymond H. Patterson, Galena, Mo ,, . 1st & 3rd Th. St?,ne::::::::: g~~~:~ 519lCrane , . R. B. Hagwood", David A. Holderman, Crane. Mo "" .. , . 2nd & 4th Tu.

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129 Monett , Clarence F. Ledl. . F. E. Williams, Box 184, Monett, Mo ,. " . 1st & 3rd Fri. 3671 Washburn, , Henry Skiles . N. E. Edens, Washburn, Mo , . 1st & 3rd Sat. , , . W. T. Priest, Cassville, Mo , . 1st & 3rd Th. 383JCassviIle " . Loren Hodge , . 2nd & 4th Th. 533IWheaton . Thomas M. Post . Chester B. Royer, RFD, Purdy, Mo . Leon Pugh, Mt. Vernon, Mo , . 1st & 3rd Tu. 991Mount Vernon . Fred H. Roam., . W. H. Lloyd, Aurora, Mo . 2nd Tu. 284lAurora , . Max Tindall ... , 400 Pierce City, , , . Wm. E. Buxton , .. Edwin P. Wilks, Pierce City, Mo...............•. 1st & 3rd Th. . Thomas F. Webb, Miller, Mo , . 1st & 3rd Wed. 567\Miller.,." .. , . Albert Bell., ... ,

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. 1st & 3rd Tu. . 4661southwest City .. James B. CantrelL . George Kramp, Jr., Southwest City, Mo . Henry Eppard, Anderson, Mo . 2nd & 4th Wed. . Pal L. Tye . 621 Anderson . 1st & 3rd Wed. . 647 Noel. . R. M. Humphrey, Jr.. Richard M. Easter, Noel, Mo . Henry C. Bacon, 630 Young St., Neosho, Mo•..... 1st Th. . 247lNeosho , . Paul W. Ireland . Milton J. Harden, Granby, Mo . 1st & 3rd Frio , .. Ralph L. Hunter . 514 Granby., . 1st Tu. . R. E. Whittington . Earle D. Young, Box K, Stella, Mo.. ' , .. , .. 538IStella.,

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45IBallwin.:-:-:-~.... Luther L. Kelch ...... Henry F. Woerther, Ballwin, Mo................. 1st & 3rd Tu. 801St. John's Station Millard S. Dunham ... W. Reinemer, 2716 Lyndhurst, St. Louis 21, Mo... 1st & 3rd Th. 841Webster Groves .. R. W. Wilkinson ..... F. G. Fulkerson, 525 Sunnyside, Webster Groves 19, Mo....................................... 2nd & 4th Tu. 281IFenton .......... Lo.uis I. Brayfield .... H. E. ~eynolds, R1;: 1, Box 94, House Spgs., Mo.... 2nd & 4th F~i. 313 Eureka .......... Willard A. Reed ...... John 1<. Schwarz, 1910 Capt. Conn, Affton 23, Mo. 1st & 3rd Fri. 4841 Kirkwood ....... Harry S. Hunter ..... L. L. Keevil, 408 W. Rose Hill, Kirkwood 22, Mo... 2nd & 4th Mon. 5421 Ferguson ........ J. M. Lattimore ...... John E. Adams, 219 S. Clark, Ferguson 21, Mo.... 1st & 3rd Fri. 5661 Maplewood ...... F. Dan Michel. ...... Wm. F. Harris, 7572 Wise, Richmond Hts. 17, Mo. 1st & 3rd Fri. 601lClayton ......... Roland H. Fenner .... R. W. McElhinney, 3 Daniel Rd.,St. Louis 17, Mo.. 1st & 3rd Th. 613 Wellston ........ Lester E. Taylor ..... L. 0. Chestnut, 1564 Valle Ave., St. Louis 20, Mo.• 2nd & 4th Th. 629 Valley Park ..... John R. Marcell ...... J. Harold Burton, 1327 Drayton, Webster Groves 19, Mo........................ 1st & 3rd Tu. 640IJennings ........ Glenn V. Myrick ..... J. T. Cassens, 2507 Ada Ave., St. Louis 21, Mo.... 1st & 3rd 'I'u. 655 i Gardenville ...... Wm. W. Knibb ...... H. A. Gast, 9743 Tesson Ferry Rd.,Affton 23, Mo•. 2nd & 4th Th. 636lMehlville ........ H. Walter Schoon .... H. A. Kolb, 4322 Mattis School Rd., St. Louis 23, Mo.................•........................ 1st & 3rd Tu. 616jBrentwood ...... Darrell G. Elam ...... P. D. Bragg, 548 Oakwood Av.,Webster Groves 19, Mo.......................................... 2nd & 4th Th. 623 !Overland ........ Theodore Cherie ..... S. J. Hoffman, 2428 Wallis, Overland 14, Mo...... 2nd & 4th Th. 667 I Berkeley ........ G. W. Whitworth .... Virgil E. Kolb, 8911 Guthrie, St. Louis 21, Mo..... 1st & 3rd Th.

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Morgan·······1 Versailles " Barnett Miller Olean " Ionia

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Summit . 2631Lee's Summit . Edward E. Miller . Hugh R. Taylor McDonald . 324 Independence Blue Springs . 3371Blue Springs . David A. Childers Raytown . 391 Raytown . F. Harry Cole Christian . 39210ak Grove . Leonard Webb Buckner . 501 Buckner . R. V. Fitzgerald Mt. Washington .. 614 Mt. Washington. I. R. Coen Grandview·······1 618!Grandview 1 K. G. Chetwood Grain Valley. . . .. 644 Grain Valley. . . .. Herbert R. Turner I '

. M. W. Sudbrock, 1309 N. Spring, Independence, Mo 2nd & 4th Mon. . W. A. Harvey, Rt. 4, Box 424, Lee's Summit. Mo.. 1st & 3rd Tu. . Paul R. Hall, 120 S. Pleasant, Independence, Mo... 1st & 3rd Mon. . George M. Hale, Sr., Blue Springs, Mo 1st & 3rd Fri. . Henry W. Poertner, Box 342, Raytown, Mo ..lst & 3rd Th. . Glenn A. Story, Oak Grove, Mo 1st & 3rd Fri. . H. W. Bergschneider, Box 53, Levasy, Mo.......•. 1st & 3rd Tu. . G. B. Christy, 10008 Truman Rd., Independence, Mo 2nd & 4th Fri. . Herbert L. Bratton, Rt. 1, Grandview. Mo.. . . . . .• 1st & 3rd Th. . C. U. Kitley, C·89, Lake Lotawana, Lee's Summit, Mo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2nd & 4th Tu.

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LIST OF ELECTED OFFICERS OF THE GRAND LODGE A. F. & A. M. MISSOURI FROM ITS ORGANIZATION, APRIL 23, 1821 Date Election

Grand Master

D. Grand Master

Senior G. Warden

Junior G. Warden

Grand Treasurer

Grand Secretary

April, 1821 Thos. F. Riddick .. * James Kennerly .. • William Bates * Archibald Gamble ..• William Renshaw. Oct., 1821. Nath'l B. Tucker .. * Thompson Douglas.· Edward Bates * William Bates * Archibald Gamble .. * William Renshaw. Oct., 1822 Nath'l B. Tucker .. * Thompson Douglas.· Edward Bates • Wm. G. Pettus * Archibald Gamble .. * William Renshaw* Oct., 1823 Nath'l B. Tucker .. * Geo. H. C. Melody ... Edward Bates * Wm. G. Pettus * Archibald Gamble .. * T. Douglas* Oct., 1824 Nath'l B. Tucker .. * Geo. H. C. Melody .. • Wm. G. Pettus • Thornt. Grimsley * Archibald Gamble .. * T. Douglas· Oct., 1825.... Edward Bates * Geo. H. C. Melody .. * Wm. G. Pettus * Thornt. Grimsley * Archibald Gamble ..• John D. Daggett. Oct., 1826 Edward Bates * Hardage Lane * Martin Ruggles • John F. Ryland * Rich. T. McKinney.* John D. Daggett. Oct., 1827 Edward Bates * Hardage Lane * Martin Ruggles * H. R. Gamble * Thornton Grimsley.* John D. Daggett· Oct., 1828 Hardage Lane * Geo. H. C. Melody .. * H. R. Gamble * Adam L. Mills • Thornton Grimsley. * John D. Daggett. Oct., 1829 Hardage Lane • Fred L. Billon ......• H. R. Gamble * Adam L. Mills * Bernard Pratte * John D. Daggett. Oct.. 1830 Hardage Lane • Geo. H. C. Melody .. * Sinclair Kirtley .. * Adam L. Mills * Thomas Andrews * Fred L. Billon* Dec., 1831. Edward Bates * Geo. H. C. Melody .. * Oliver Parker * Augustus Jones * Thomas Andrews * Fred L. Billon· Oct., 1832 ..•. H. R. Gamble * Geo. H. C. Melody .. * M. J. Noyes * Augustus Jones * Thomas Andrews.... Fred L. Billon* Dec., 1833 •... Sinclair Kirtley * A. B. Chambers * John Wilson * G. A. Tuttle .....•• * Geo. H. C. Melody ..• John Garnett· Nov., 1834 ... § A. B. Chambers * Sinclair Kirtley * Oliver Parker • S. W. B. Carnegy • Geo. H. C. MelodY .. * Thos. W. Conyers· Oct., 1835 .. tt A. B. Chambers * Sinclair Kirtley • Oliver Parker * S. W. B. Carnegy * Geo. H. C. Melody .. * Thos. W. Conyers· Oct., 1836 S. W. B. Carnegy.* John D. Daggett * Edward Searcey .. • Granville Snell * Geo. H. C. MelodY .. * Richard B. Dallam* Oct., 1837 S. W. B. Carnegy.* John D. Daggett * A. B. Chambers * Thomas Andrews * Geo. H. C. Melody .. • Richard B. Dallam* Oct., 1838 S. W. B. Carnegy.* John D. Daggett * A. B. Chambers * Aex. T. Douglass ..• * Geo. H. C. MelodY .. * Richard B. Dallam· Oct., 1839 P. H. McBride * A. B. Chambers * Alex T. Douglass .• Wm. C. Vance * Geo. H. C. MelodY ..• Richard B. Dallam· Oct., 1840 P. H. McBride * Joseph Foster • Alex T. Douglass.· John Orrick * Geo. H. C. Melody .. • Richard B. Dallam· Oct., 1841 P. H. McBride * J oab Bernard • Joseph Foster • C. H. Bowers * Geo. H. C. MelodY ..• Richard B. Dallam· Oct., 1842 P. H. McBride • Joab Bernard ....•.• Joseph Foster • C. H. Bowers * John Simonds • Richard B. Dallam· Oct., 1843 P. H. McBride * Joseph Foster • J. W. S. Mitchell.* E. S. Ruggles * Fred L. Billon * Richard B. Dallam· Oct., 1844 J. W. S. Mitchell.* Fred L. Billon • E. S. Ruggles • J. L. F. Jacoby * John S. Watson * Richard B. Dallam· Oct., 1845 J. W. S. Mitchell.* John D. Taylor .....• E. S. Ruggles * J. L. F. Jacoby * John S. Watson • Fred L. Billon. Oct., 1846 John Ralls * John D. Taylor • E. S. Ruggles • J. L. F. Jacoby * John S. Watson Fred L. Billon· Oct., 1847 Joseph Foster * E. S. Ruggles * J. L. F. Jacoby • Cyrus Osborn * John S. Watson • J. W. S. Mitchell· May, 1848 ..•. Joseph Foster * E. S. Ruggles •••.•.• Cyrus Osborn • Joseph Megguire * John S. Watson • J. W. S. Mitchell· May. 1849 John F. Ryland * E. S. Ruggles * Joseph Megguire.· .P. Draper ..•...... * John M. Reed ......• C. D. W. Johnson· May, 1&50 John F. Ryland B. W. Grover • P. Draper * S. F. Currie * J. T. Johnson * C. D. W. Johnson· May 1851. B. W. Grover * E. S. Ruggles ..•... • S. F. Currie * J. H. Turner * J. T. Johnson ..•... • C. D. W. Johnson· May, 1852 B. W. Grover * S. F. Currie J. H. Turner • S. H. Saunders * J. T. Johnson • A. O'Sullivan· June, 1853 Wilson Brown ....• L. S. Cornwell * J. W. Chenoweth.* R. C. Hill. ....•.... * Joseph Foster .....• • A. O'Sullivan· May, 1854 L. S. Cornwell .... • D. P. Wallingford .. • James H. Britton.* ••••.•..••.....•. ** Joseph Foster ......• A. O'Sullivan·

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May, 1855 L. S. Cornwell ..• * J. W. Chenoweth •• H. E. Van OrsdelI,'" John D. Daggett '" A. O'Sullivan. May, 1856 Benjamin Sharp .. '" W. A. Cunningham .. S. H. Saunders '" Marcus Boyd '" John D. Daggett '" A. O'Sullivan· May, 1857 S. H. Saunders • P. Draper * Marcus Boyd '" John F. Houston '" John D. Daggett '" A. O'Sullivan. May, 1858 S. H. Saunders '" Marcus Boyd '" John F. Houston .. * John Decker '" John D. Daggett '" A. O'Sullivan. May. 1859 Marcus Boyd * M. H. McFarland .. '" W. R. Penick '" John Decker '" John D. Daggett * A. O'Sullivan· May, 1860 M. H. McFarland.'" W. R. Penick '" John Decker '" Samuel M. Hayes '" John D. Daggett * A. O'Sullivan· May, 1861. Wm. R. Penick '" John Decker * Geo. Whitcomb '" A. L. McGregor * John D. Daggett * A. O'Sullivan. May. 1862 Geo. Whitcomb * John H. Turner * Wm. N. Loker * Samuel Russell '" John D. Daggett * A. O'Sullivan. May, 1863 John H. Turner .. * Wm. N. Loker * John D. Vinci!. .. '" A. L. McGregor '" John D. Daggett * A. O'Sullivan· May. 1864 John F. Houston.'" John D. Vincil '" A. L. McGregor .. * Martin Collins * Wm. N. Loker * A. O'Sullivan* May. 1865 John F. Houston.· John D. Vinci!. '" Martin Collins * R. E. Anderson '" Wm. N. Loker * A. O'Sullivan· May, 1866 John D. Vincil ..• '" W. E. Dunscomb '" R. E. Anderson * A. L. McGregor '" Wm. N. Loker * A. O'Sullivan·t Oct., 1867 W. E. Dunscomb.'" C. A. Rowley '" T. E. Garrett * Wm. D. Muir Wm. N. Loker '" G. Frank Gouley·* Oct., 1868 John D. Vincil ... '" R. E. Anderson '" Wm. D. Muir * Alex M. Dockery '" Wm. N. Loker • G. Frank Gouley· Oct., 1869 William D. Muir.'" T. E. Garrett '" A. M. Dockery '" Sam H. Owens * Wm. N. Loker •.... * G. Frank Gouley· Oct., 1870 Thos. E. Garrett.* R. E. Anderson * Sam H. Owens '" John E. Ryland * Wm. N. Loker ....• • G. Frank Gouley* Oct., 1871 Thos. E. Garrett.'" R. E. Anderson * Sam H. Owens '" John E. Ryland * Wm. N. Loker • G. Frank Gouley· Oct., 1872 Samuel H. Owens.'" J. E. Ryland * John W. Luke '" Jas. E. Cadle '" Wm. N. Loker * G. Frank Gouley· Oct., 1873 R. E. Anderson .. '" John W. Luke * Jas. E. Cadle * Xenophon Ryland .. * Wm. N. Loker • G. Frank Gouley· Oct., 1874 John W. Luke '" Xenophon Ryland Jas. E. Cadle * Thos. C. Ready * Wm. N. Loker • G. Frank Gouley'" Oct., 1875 James E. Cadle * Xenophon Ryland .. * Thos. C. Ready * Noah M. Givan '" Wm. N. Loker • G. Frank Gouley· Oct., 1876 Xen. Ryland .•... • Thos. C. Ready * Noah M. Givan '" M. G. Hubble Wm. N. Loker .....• G. Frank Gouley··11 Oct., 1877 T. C. Ready '" Noah M. Givan Jos. S. Browne '" W. R. Stubblefield.· Wm. N. Loker • John D. Vincil* Oct., 1878 Noah M. Givan '" Joseph S. Browne .. '" W. R. Stubblefield'" Jas. E. Carter '" John W. Luke * John D. Vincil· Oct., 1879 Jos. S. Browne * W. R. Stubblefield .. '" Jas. E. Carter U'" Alex. M. Dockery * John W. Luke '" John D. Vincil· Oct.• 1880 W. R. Stubblefield'" Alex. M. Dockery '" Chas. C. Woods '" Lee A. Hall '" John W. Luke ....• 11 John D. Vincil· Oct., 1881. Alex. M. Dockery.'" Chas. C. Woods * Lee A. Hall ......• Robt. F. Stevenson.· John W. Luke ..... • John D. Vincil· Oct., 1882 Chas. C. Woods * Lee A. Hall ..•..... * Robt. F. Stevenson. James W. Boyd '" Samuel M. Kennard '" John D. Vincil. Oct., 1883 Lee A. Hall • Robt. F. Stevenson.* James W. Boyd * Geo. R. Hunt * Samuel M. Kennard '" John D. Vincil· Oct•• 1884..•. Robt. F. Stevenson* James W. Boyd * George R. Hunt .. '" Wm. M. Williams • Samuel M. Kennard. John D. Vincil· Oct., 1885 James W. Boyd .. * George R. Hunt • Wm. M. Williams.* James P. Wood • Samuel M. Kennard. John D. Vincil· Oct., 1886 Geo. R. Hunt '" W. M. Williams '" James P. Wood • Samuel M. Kennard. John D. Vincil· Oct., 1887 Wm. M. Williams.'" James P. Wood ..•. • Theodore Brace * Geo. E. Walker '" Samuel M. Kennard. John D. Vincil· Oct., 1888 James P. Wood ... U Theodore Brace * Geo. E. Walker * B. H. Ingram * Samuel M. Kennard '" John D. Vincil· Oct•• 1889 Theodore Brace .. * Geo. E. Walker * B. H. Ingram * John R. Parson • Samuel M. Kennard. John D. Vincil· Oct., 1890 Geo. E. Walker * B. H. Ingram • John R. Parson ...• Harry Keene • Samuel M. Kennard * John D. Vincil'" Oct., 1891. B. H. Ingram • John R. Parson • Harry Keene ..... * J. B. Thomas • Samuel M. Kennard. John D. Vincil· Oct., 1892 John R. Parson. . .• Harry Keene....... J. B. Thomas..... A. M. Hough • Samuel M. Kennard * John D. Vincil· Oct.. 1893 Harry Keene '" J. B. Thomas * A. M. Hough • D. A. Jamison * Samuel M. Kennard. John D. Vincil· Oct., 1894 ..•. J. B. Thomas • A. M. Hough '" D. A. Jamison • F. J. Tygard • Samuel M. Kennard * John D. Vincil· Oct., 1895 .... A. M. Hough '" D. A. Jamison .....• F. J. Tygard '" E. F. Allen ..•..•..• Samuel M. Kennard '" John D. Vincil·

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LIST OF ELECTED OFFICERS OF THE GRAND LODGE A. F. & A M. MISSOURI FROM ITS ORGANIZATION, APRIL 23, 1821 Date Election

Grand Master

D. Grand Master

Senior G. Warden

Junior G. Warden

Grand Treasurer

Grand Secretary

Oct., 1896 D. A. Jamison * F. J. Tygard '" E. F. Allen * C. H. Briggs '" Samuel M. Kennard.'" John D. Vincil'" Oct., 1897 F. J. Tygard '" E. F. Allen '" C. H. Briggs '" Campbell Wells * Samuel M. Kennard.'" John D. Vincil'" Oct., 1898 E. F. Allen * C. H. Briggs * Campbell Wells '" Joseph C. Finagin .. * Samuel M. Kennard.'" John D. Vincil'" Oct., 1899 C. H. Briggs '" Campbell Wells * Joseph C. Finagin.'" John C. Yocum .... * Samuel M. Kennard. * John D. Vincil'" Oct., 1900 Campbell Wells '" Joseph C. Finagin .. '" John C. Yocum * Wm. F. Kuhn ....• * Samuel M. Kennard.'" John D. Vincil'" Oct., 1901. Joseph C. Finagin.* John C. Yocum * Wm. F. Kuhn '" Leroy B. Valliant •. * Samuel M. Kennard.'" John D. Vinci!'" Oct., 1902 John C. Yocum * Wm. F. Kuhn '" Leroy B. Valliant.'" A. S. Houston * Samuel M. Kennard.'" John D. Vinci!'" Oct., 1903 Wm. F. Kuhn '" Leroy B. Valliant .. '" A. S. Houston * D. M. Wilson '" John R. Parson '" John D. Vinci!'" Sept., 1904 Leroy R. Valliant .. * A. S. Houston * D. M. Wilson • Howard Watson * John R. Parson • John D. Vincil*UU Sept., 1905 A. S. Houston * D. M. Wilson '" John T. Short '" R. R. Kreeger '" Alphonso C. Stewart· John R. ParsonU. Sept., 1906 D. M. Wilson * John T. Short '" R. R. Kreeger * William A. Hall * Alphonso C. Stewart· John R. Parson'" Sept., 1907 . . .. John T. Short * R. R. Kreeger ..•.• '" William A. Hall * Clay C. Bigger '" Alphonso C. Stewart'" John R. Parson'" Sept., 1908. '" R. R. Kreeger '" William A. Hall '" Clay C. Bigger * Arch A. Johnson Alphonso C. Stewart'" John R. Parson'" Sept., 1909 , Wm. A. Hall * Clay C. Bigger * Arch A. Johnson Jacob Lampert '" Alphonso C. Stewart'" John R. Parson'" Sept.. 1910 Clay C. Bigger * Arch A. Johnson Jacob Lampert '" Van Fremont Boor.· Alphonso C. Stewart'" John R. Parson. Sept., 1911 Arch A. Johnson Jacob Lampert '" Van Fremont Boor.'" Chesley A. Mosman.· Alphonso C. Stewart'" John R. Parson'" Sept.• 1912 Jacob Lampert * Van Fremont Boor.'" Chesley A. Mosman· Tolman W. Cotton ... Alphonso C. Stewart'" John R. Parson'" Oct., 1913 Van Fremont Boor* Chesley A. Mosman.'" Tolman W. Cotton .. Frank R. Jesse ••.. '" Alphonso C. Stewart* John R. Parson'" Sept.. 1914 Tolman W. Cotton .. Frank R. Jesse '" Edward Higbee '" Wm. A. Clark ..... • Alphonso C. Stewart'" John R. Parson'" Sept.• 1915 Frank R. Jesse '" Edward Higbee Wm. A. Clark * John W. Bingham.* Alph. C. Stewart."'*'" John R. Parson'" Sept.,1916 Edward Higbee '" Wm. A. Clark '" John W. Bingham.* Julius C. Garrell .. '" Wm. A. Hall * John R. Parson'" Sept., 1917 Wm. A. Clark * John W. Bingham .. '" Julius C. Garrell * Wm. F. Johnson '" Wm. A. Hall * John R. Parson'" Sept.• 1918 John W. Bingham.'" Julius C. Garrell * Wm. F. Johnson * O. A. Lucas * Wm. A. Hall '" John R. Parson'" Sept.,1919 Julius C. Garrell * Wm. F. Johnson * O. A. Lucas * Bert S. Lee Wm. A. Hall '" John R. Parson'" Sept., 1920 Wm. F. Johnson '" O. A. Lucas ..•.... '" Bert S. Lee Joseph S. McIntyre.* Wm. A. Hall ......• '" John R. Parsontt'" Sept.,1921 O. A. Lucas '" Bert S. Lee Joseph S. McIntyre.* Orestes Mitchell * Wm. A. Hall * Frank R. Jesse'" Oct., 1922 •... Bert S. Lee Joseph S. McIntyre. * Orestes Mitchell W. W. Martin ..••.. Wm. A. Hall '" Frank R. Jesse'" Oct., 1923 Joseph S. McIntyre'" Orestes Mitchell * W. W. Martin John Pickard '" Wm. A. HalL '" Frank R. Jesse'" Oct., 1924 Orestes Mitchell '" W. W. Martin John Pickard * A. F. Ittner Wm. A. Hall "'ttt Frank R. Jesse'" Oct., 1925 W. W. Martin John Pickard A. F. Ittner B. E. Bigger E. E. Morris Frank R. Jesse" Oct., 1926 John Pickard '" A. F. Ittner B. E. Bigger S. R. Freet '" E. E. Morris Frank R. Jesse"''''tt Oct., 1927 Anthony F. Ittner .. B. E. Bigger " S. R. Freet * Wm. R. Gentry, Sr... E. E. Morris Arthur Matherttt Sept., 1928 •... Byrne E. Bigger ..•. S. R. Freet Wm. R. Gentry. Sr.. Ray V. Denslow..•• E. E. Morris Arthur Mather'" Sept.,1929 S. R. Freet.....•.. '" Wm. R. Gentry Ray V. Denslow Thad B. Landon * E. E. Morris Arthur Mather'" Oct.. 1930.... Wm. R. Gentry..... Ray V. Denslow. . . .. Thad B. Landon Frank C. Barnhill.. E. E. Morris , Arthur Mather.

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e..t e..t Sept•• 1931. . .. Ray V. Denslow.... Thad B. Landon. . . .• Frank C. Barnhill... Du Val Smith....... E. E. Morris........ Arthur Mather. Sept•• 1932. . .. Thad B. Landon ... • Frank C. Barnhill... Du Val Smith. . . . . .. J as. W. Skelly...... E. E. Morris........ Arthur Mather. Sept.• 1933 •... F. C. Barnhill ..•... Du Val Smith ..•.... Jas. W. Skelly Geo. W. Walker E. E. Morris .....•.. Arthur Mather. Sept.• 1934 Du Val Smith Jas. W. Skelly Geo. W. Walker H. L. Reader E. E. Morris Arthur Mather. Sept.. 1935 James W. Skelly Geo. W. Walker H. L. Reader Henry C. Chiles E. E. Morris Arthur Mather. Sept•• 1936 Geo. W. Walker ....• H. L. Reader .....•.. Henry C. Chiles Elwyn S. Woods t E. E. Morris .....•.. Arthur Mather· Sept.• 1937 H. L. Reader Henry C. Chiles Elwyn S. Woods t Karl M. Vetsburg E. E. Morris Arthur Mather. Sept., 1938 Henry C. Chiles Elwyn S. Woods ..•. Karl M. Vetsburg Harry S. Truman E. E. Morris Arthur Mather· Sept.• 1939. '" Karl M. Vetsburg .•. Harry S. Truman ..• Harris C. Johnston .. Forrest C. Donnell .. E. E. Morris Arthur Mather* Sept.• 1940. . .. Harry S. Truman... Harris C. Johnston.. Forrest C. Donnell.. Grover C. Sparks. §§ E. E. Morris........ Arthur Mather* Sept., 194!. Harris C. Johnston .. Forrest C. Donnell .. Grover C. Sparks.§§ Wm. F. Woodruff E. E. Morris Arthur Mather* Sept.• 1942 Forrest C. Donnell .. Grover C. Sparks.§§ W. F. Woodruff James A. Kinder.§§§ E. E. Morris Arthur Mather* Sept•• 1943 W. F. Woodruff Willis J. Bray Solon Cameron Morris E. Ewing .... E. E. Morris Arthur Mather§§§§ Sept.• 1944 Willis J. Bray, Solon Cameron Morris E. Ewing Harry F. Sunderland E. E. Morris Harold L. Reader*§ Sept.• 1945 Willis J. Bray Solon Cameron Morris E. Ewing Harry F. Sunderland E. E. Morris Harold L. Reader Sept.• 1946. '" Solon Cameron Morris E. Ewing Harry F. Sunderland. James M. Bradford .. E. E. Morris Harold L. Reader Sept.• 1947 Morris E. Ewing Harry F. Sunderland. James M. Bradford .. Ray Bond E. E. Morris Harold L. Reader Sept.• 1948 Harry F. Sunderland. James M. Bradford .. Ray Bond .......•.. Homer L. Ferguson. E. E. Morris .....•.. Harold L. Reader Sept•• 1949 ..•. James M. Bradford .. Ray Bond ..••••.... Homer L. Ferguson. Richard O. Rumer ..• E. E. Morris Harold L. Reader Sept.• 1950 Ray Bond ........•. Homer L. Ferguson .. Richard O. Rumer James McB. Sellers .. E. E. Morris Harold L. Reader Sept•• 195!. '" Homer L. Ferguson •. Richard O. Rumer James McB. Sellers .. Orestes Mitchell. Jr.. E. E. Morris Harold L. Reader Oct•• 1952 Richard O. Rumer... James McB. Sellers.. Orestes Mitchell, Jr William J. Craig E. E. Morris Harold L. Reader Sept•• 1953 .•.. James McB. Sellers.. Orestes Mitchell. Jr William J. Craig Harold M. Jayne E. E. Morris Harold L. Reader Sept. 1954 Orestes Mitchell, Jr.. William J. Craig.... Harold M. Jayne.... Frank P. Briggs James M. DeWitt Harold L. Reader Sept. 1955 William J. Craig ..... Harold M. Jayne ..... Frank P. Briggs ..... Robert L. Aronson James M. DeWitt Harold L. Reader ·Deceased. §Was not installed. tResigned. *tDied August 11, 1866, while in office. *tAppointed August 13. 1866, by John D. Vincil, Grand Master. "IIDied April 11. 1877. while in office. *ffUDied October 12. 1904. while in office. • *.Died April 22. 1916, while in office.

·IIJohn W. Luke served, by appointment, as Grand Secretary. from April 11. 1877 to October 11, 1877, and died October. 1888. ffDied within week after his installation. ttThere was no Communication in 1835. owing to the anti-Masonic excitement. "Withdrawn from Masonry. tt*Resigned May 20. 1921, account ill health. *** Appointed October 22. 1904. by Leroy B. Valliant, Grand Master.

*tttDied November 7. 1924. while in office. **ttDied August 29, 1927, while in office. tttAppointed September I, 1927. by John Pickard, Grand Ma.c;ter. §§Died December 28. 1942, while in office. §§§Died May 8, 1943. while in office. §§§§Died April 22. 1944, while in office. *§Appointed May 1. 1944 by W. F. Woodruff, Grand Master.

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OFFICERS OF THE ORGANIZATION, FEBRUARY 22. 1821 EDWARD BATES, Worshipful Master JOSEPH V. GARNIER. Treasurer

J AMES KENNERLY, Senior Warden

WILLIAM BATES. Junior Warden ABRAM BECK, Secretary

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GRAND REPRESENTATIVES TO AND FROM THE GRAND LODGE OF MISSOURI TO MISSOURI Grand Representative

FROM MISSOURI Post Office

GRAND LODGE

Grand Representative

Post Office

Robert L. Aronson ..•..•..•.. St. Louis , Alabama Blake W. Harper , Montgomery Wm. C. Rese •.•..•.....•.... St. Louis , Alberta W. G. Norman Leslie Edmonton John Horn .••...•.....•..... St. Louis............... . .......•. Argentina. .........• Ernesto F. J. Plaut......... Buenos Aires Byrne E. Bigger HannibaL Arizona ..•....•.... Lee Garrett................ Tucson John W. Adams .......•...•. Marshall Arkansas. Theo. Friedman Little Rock D. Lear Tanner. . .. . .. . .. . .. Kansas City. . . . . . . . • . .. . Austria. . . . . . . . . . .. Dr. Leo Kandel. ..•......... Wien, I. Dorotheergasse 12 Russell E. Murray ..•........ St. Louis , Brazil-Rio de Janeiro Ulisses U. Bittencourt Rio de Janeiro

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The Masonic World By Ray V. Denslow. P. G. M.

THE GEORGE WASHINGTON MASONIC NATIONAL MEMORIAL ASSOCIATION The George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association held its 45th annual convention in the Memorial Building at Alexandria, Virginia, February 22, 1955. It was presided over by Clifford D. Jory of Iowa. It was one of the best attended conventions in the history of the association; Missouri was represented by Grand Master Orestes Mitchell, William J. Craig, D.G.M.; Bruce Hunt, Freelon Hadley, Harold L. Reader, Ray V.

First of the Great Washington Murals Denslow, Edwin Knudsen and Wm. R. Denslow. Anthony Ittner and Bert S. Lee, both of whom were officers of the association, were unable to be present; Brother Ittner was made a director emeritus. There was a large attendance of visitors from foreign jurisdictions. The committee on necrology reported the death of Bros. J. Melvin Evans of Wyoming, and Harvey Wiley Corbett, the architect of the Memorial; the latter's death occurred April 21, 1954. He had been active in connection with the Memorial from the time of its conception, and had attended the 1954 convention. He was the architect for Rockefeller Center and Chairman of the Architectural Commission of the Chicago Century of Progress Exposition in 1933. The contract for the fifth floor of the building has been let by the General Grand Chapter Royal Arch Masons and it is expected to be ready for occupancy by February, 1956. The Knights Templar are to take the 8th floor and the Grand Council R. & S.M. the 7th floor. The first of the large mural paintings had been completed and placed in the great Memorial Hall; it represented, symbolically, the laying of the cornerstone of the U.S. Capitol building; it is beautiful in conception and

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coloring and a credit to Bro. Allyn Cox, the artist. It is expected that next year will see a mural on the north wall of the Hall. Operation expenses for the year were $166,093.78. There is in the Endowment Fund $89,695.85. With an annual maintenance expense of $46,836, it will be necessary to increase this fund to maintain the building. There is $240,000 in bonds belonging to the building fund. Total assets are listed at $681,358 while there is in the Endowment fund in bonds, $571,500. Net assets are $986,893.13. There has been expended to date $6,004,081.31. During the meeting, $66,528.65 was received for the endowment fund and $106,231.60 for the building fund. Missouri has contributed $223,336.01. Clifford Jory continues as President of the Association, and Fred Schondau as secretary.

CONFERENCE OF GRAND SECRETARIES A conference of the grand secretaries of American and Canadian grand lodges was held during Masonic Week in Washington, D.C., February 21, 1955. The proceedings of the conference are contained in an 84 page pamphlet issued by its secretary, Dwight L. Smith of Indiana. The new officers elected at that time were Earl B. Delzell (Iowa), President; Harry S. Johnson (Ohio), Vice-President; Dwight L. Smith (Indiana), Secretary-Treasurer. The meeting was presided over by Isaac B. Cherry, dean of grand secretaries in the U.S.A. Every U.S.A. jurisdiction was represented by its grand secretary. The program included addresses on "Uniformity of Minutes and Records in Subordinate Lodges" (Geo. Avery of Penn.); "Life Membership in the Various Lodges and Jurisdictions" (Harry D. Proudfoot, Oregon); "Summary of Proceedings in Cases Involving Differences in G. L. Rules" (A general discussion). The banquet which followed the meeting was largely attended and many of the nation's "politicos" were guests on that occasion. Washington reported they would be willing to accept courtesy requests for work by their Anchorage, Alaska, lodge; Oregon reported they would render similar service through their Oregon :Military Lodge in Germany. Two grand secretaries have observed their 80th birthdays; they are Emery Roy Gibson of Utah and Al E. Orton of Kentucky; the proceedings carry considerable information as to grand lodges, their rules and regulations-even the date and place of birth of each grand secretary. Our Missouri representative was born at Marblehead, Mass., May 5, 1885. Grand Secretary Avery (Penn.) brought out his grand lodge's attitude on petitioners who had been rejected in Pennsylvania lodges; one who is rejected there is under the perpetual jurisdiction (even after death?) until the lodge in which he was rejected has granted its permission and waiver by unanimous ballot. One who has ever been rejected is placed under an "edict" and can never visit a Pennsylvania lodge, unless his rejection has been "forgiven." This has caused endless complications in other states which do not recognize the idea of perpetual jurisdiction. A Canadian brother asked Bro. Avery if they could not change their law, and his reply was

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resistance; that is, if it is in the Ahiman Rezon. If it is an ancient custom, even the Grand Master will not change ancient customs and usages. Our work is different from the work of every state in the union; you may think there is a difference between-etc-but Brother, you haven't seen anything until you have seen the difference between the work of Pennsylvania and the work of other jurisdictions. The Grand Secretary of West Virginia closed the discussion with: This is a pretty touchy question ... and I hope that some good may come out of it.

CONFERENCE OF GRAND MASTERS The proceedings of the annual Conference of Grand Masters were delayed by reason of the death of the Secretary, Karl J. Mohr, and were not issued until August, 1955. The proceedings show a poor job of proofreading. Missouri, according to the proceedings, was represented by Grand Master Orestes Mitchell, Wm. J. Craig, Harold L. Reader, Freelon K. Hadley, Bruce H. Hunt, Ray V. Denslow, Frank S. Land, Wm. B. Massey, Wm. R. Denslow and E. A. King. There was a large attendance of brethren from foreign countries which added greatly to the interest of the meeting. Financial report showed $8,745.71 receipts and $8,681.52 disbursements; balance of $64.19. The Commission on Recognition reported receipts of $4,750, which with that on hand amounts to $9,680.48; expenses included $1,500 "secretarial" and $61.85 mimeograph service. Topics discussed were: Freemasonry in a Troubled World, Leroy Matson (Minn.). Freemasonry in Europe, O. H. Gerhard (Wyo.). Getting Initiates to Continue, George Moffett (Texas). Masonic History and Education, F. J. Scully (Ark.). Case Against Public School Subsidies for Parochial Schools, H. C. Clausen (Calif.). Freemasonry in Italy, Chas. F. Adams (Nebr.). Freemasonry in Germany, Dr·. Theo. Vogel (Germany). These papers had much valuable material, although we may not all agree with their conclusions. The chairman of the committee reported that while in Ireland he "detected a slight impatience on the part of some of the brethren over there with what I can only characterize as a sort of irresponsible journalism on the part of some of our American Masons." We know a lot of journalists, but we know of no irresponsible Freemason journalist who would "bear false witness against his neighbor." Rather severe charges!

CONFERENCE OF GRAND MASTERS OF MEXICO The XI Conference of Grand Lodges of Mexico was held in the City of Tapachula, in the State of Chiapas, Nov. 17·20, 1954, being attended by official representatives of twelve grand lodges, while four other grand lodges were represented by observers. Grand Master Juan Barroso Ordonez, Grand Master of Chiapas, the host grand lodge, presided, this being the custom when such meetings are held. One of the most important acts W\'l,S to amend the law which provided

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that the acts of the Congress were only recommendations and were not obligatory upon any of the confederated grand lodges. This corresponds with the attitude of the American Conference of Grand Masters. Then, it was provided that whenever there were differences of opinion, or disputes, between grand lodges, the confederation would offer its service in an arbitration, but without in any way involving the sovereignty of the grand lodges involved. General Eduardo Rincon Gallardo reported to the Congress the unusual situation existing in the neighboring republic of Guatemala where Freemasons were undergoing persecution at the hands of the government. A telegram was sent to the President of Guatemala protesting such treatment. At a later session, it was reported that 17 of the 19 grand lodges in Mexico were represented. On motion, each grand lodge agreed to lay a wreath on the monument of the great national hero, Benito Juarez, on November 19. A visit was paid to the Municipal President (Mayor) during the Congress. The Congress approved a Declaration of Principles, but our report does not show what it consisted of. The Secretary of Education in Mexico City was praised for his efforts in maintaining the law dealing with schools. It gave its support to the government as a supporter of the United Nations and its defense of democracy. It praised the President of Mexico for his work in building a road in memory of Juarez. It urged support of the Constitution of 1917. It approved a resolution condemning the lack of moderation in drinking. The latter was approved unanimously. The XII Congress will be held in Torreon, Coahuila in December, 1956. Headquarters during the interim are at the seat of Grand Lodge Unida Mexicana in Vera Cruz. We are glad that our Mexican brethren have taken an interest in the Guatemalan situation; they are in much better situation to secure first-hand information; in fact, General Rincon Gallardo had communicated with the President of Guatemala (Carlos Castillo Armas), asking him to revoke his edict against the original grand lodge and to free grand secretary Bianchi from prison; General Rincon Gallardo was asked to make a trip to Guatemala to get first hand information; he did so and reported results to the Confederation. He had spoken for an hour with President Castillo Armas. He was told that the only desire of the government was to forbid international communism; he thought of giving immediate liberty to Bianchi and any other Freemason who had committed such infractions of the law; and then he offered "ample guaranties to the Masons of the group of Miguel Angel Castillo, permitting them to continue their normal activities in that country." He expressed his belief that political activities were considered outside Masonic rules and traditions.

THE INTER-AMERICAN CONFERENCE It is our belief that the grand lodges of the United States should take more interest in their brethren who live in Central and South America. Three Inter-American Conferences have been held. No one from this country attended the first held in Montevideo, Uruguay. The second was in Mexico City, Mexico, and there were several representatives, or observers

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present from this country. Then followed the Havana, Cuba, Conference of March 1, 1955. Freemasons of other parts of the world looked askance when they learned of the meeting of the First Inter-American Masonic Conference, held in Montevideo, Uruguay in 1949; this attitude was largely because there were certain elements making up the conference which were quite generally regarded as irregular-if not clandestine. That conference was not an entire success, although it did get brethren of Latin-America together; its success was in finding its place in the Masonic picture, and in eliminating those undesirable elements of irregularity. Then came the second conference in Mexico City; this was more successful in that the irregulars were conspicuous by their absence. Some few of the Mexican grand lodges sat in as observers only. There were observers from some of the American grand lodges, the writer being one. To the ultraconservative, there may have been features which were not at all appealingbut it was a start in the right direction. It has good leadership-men of high standing in the fraternity-and with good leadership only good can come. And now follows the Third Latin-American Conference in Havana, Cuba, the full results of which cannot as yet be told; it was largely attended, and by many who had appeared at the First and Second Conferences; we talked with representatives of most of the countries represented and found them inspired with high ideals; their objective is the union of the Freemasons of the Western Hemisphere-particularly in Latin-America. They do not have hopes at this time of uniting their brethren of North America because of language and geographical barriers, but I am sure that a union of ALL Freemasons is to be their final objective, and we of the upper part of the hemisphere should do everything possible to achieve this final goal. How glibly do we recite: Freemasonry unites men of every country, sect and opinion, and conciliates true friendship among those who might otherwise have remained at a perpetual distance. And yet how many of our members practice this splendid principle? A word about this organization: its headquarters-or permanent seat-is at Santiago de Chile, 658 Avenue B. O'Higgins. Responsibility for affairs is seemingly in the hands of the executive secretary, Bro. Sergio Gonzalez Parodi who was present at the 1955 Washington Conferences. The Association is divided into Zones--North, Insular, Central, and South (upper and lower sections). The Northern Zone includes the various Mexican (19) grand lodges; the Insular Zone includes Cuba, Haiti, Republic Dominica, and Puerto Rico; the Central Zone has Costa Rica, EI Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Panama; the southern section of the South Zone includes Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Paraguay, Peru and Uruguay; the northern section of the South Zone has the state grand lodges of Brazil (thirteen in number), Ecuador and Venezuela. The Brazilian lodges are listed as: Amazonas and Acre, Bahia, Estado de Goias, Minas Gerais, Para, Paraiba, Parana, Pernambuco, Piaui, Rio de Janeiro (Niteroi) State, Rio de Janeiro F.D., Rio Grande do SuI. It will be

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noted that Sao Paulo is not listed (a schism has occurred there), nor is the Grand Orient of Brazil in the list. To those interested in Guatemala, where the Government has set up a grand lodge, it is well to know that the old regular lodge is listed. Its Grand Master Miguel Angel Castillo was compelled to flee the country. The various zones are headed by distinguished Freemasons: Northern Zone: Alfonso Poletti, Jr., Mexico. Insular Zone: Dr. Carlos M. Pinero y del Cueta, Cuba. Central Zone: Miguel Angel Castillo, Guatemala. South Zone: (upper) Abraham Mora, S. (lower) Not named?

It would be well to note the character of the matters considered at the Havana conference; they included discussion of the statutes and laws, finances of the organization; the defense of democracy and liberty; Freemasonry as an instrument of social action; as an instrument of culture; defense of laicism; a discussion of Acacia, the organization for the women; the Ajefismo, or work with the youth; institutions of social assistance. Latin America is interested in persecution by religious majorities, and we are not surprised to find one topic: "Persecution of Freemasonry throughout the World." Our Latin brethren, knowing of the persecution of Freemasons in Spain, in Colombia, and a few other countries are in constant fear of this persecution being extended to other countries. The last subject discussed was largely statistical and informational, including information as to activities in the various countries, statistics of work and membership, cultural relations, and methods of increasing fraternal relations with each other and with other countries not a part of the Confederacion. Our conservative brethren will not approve discussions of democracy and liberty, holding they might become political subjects; nor will the discussion of laicism which leads to religious discussion. But these brethren should know that they have never lived in countries where Freemasonry has been persecuted and forbidden and these discussions are merely methods taken for self-preservation; all of the great South American liberators have been Freemasons, hence the fraternity will never be in good standing with dictators. Some of these conservatives pride themselves on the fact that the Boston Tea Party was the work of a lodge of Freemasons, but condemn brethren in other countries who suffer even more than did our Revolutionary forefathers. Consistency is a great virtue; our sympathies go out to these brethren in their ceaseless struggle for liberty, equality and fraternity, and who, like their ancient martyr, would give up their lives rather than sacrifice their integrity. We believe the Inter-American Conference has a mission in the Masonic World; it has its deficiencies, its troubles, and antagonists. But it offers the only, and best, plan for the union of the Americas. They are best able to judge of their own Latin-American conditions, for their problems are practically identical. We may be assured that the irregulars, if such there be, will ultimately be weeded out; it is their sole opportunity of working togetherand working together is essential to attain unity. Language barriers have prevented a proper understanding of their problems in the Anglo-Saxon world.

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The Association offers a solution to the problem of regularity; if it sincerely strives to carry out its objectives. the irregular groups will disappear from the Masonic scene. If there is to be Peace in the Western Hemisphere--or in the world-the unification of Freemasonry is one of the first steps that must be taken. The Inter-American Confederation with its triennial conferences, to our mind, offers the most satisfactory answer.

FREEMASONRY IN CUBA ACTIVE The last week in February, 1955, was the dedication of the great new Masonic Temple in Havana, Cuba; invitations had been sent out almost a year before its dedication and the ceremony was largely attended by brethren from Latin-American and U.S. grand lodges. From Missouri were noted:

.... JIIIIfI!':. Grand Master Arrives

Great Globe Tops Building

Edwin Knudsen, Freelon Hadley, Bruce H. Hunt, Ray V. Denslow and William R. Denslow. CUBA

During the year 1954, the Grand Lodge of Cuba established eleven new lodges whose combined membership was reported as 313. The Masonic membership of the Island now stands at 31,744, of which 11.751 are in Havana or the surrounding province. Of the 1319 added to the rolls during the year, 734 came out of the Havana area. The erection of the new Temple undoubtedly played a large part in this fine increase. The AJEF, boy's organization (Asociacon de Jovenes de la Fraternidad). translated Association of the Young Men of the Fraternity, is prospering and its members participated in the great parade at the dedication of the Temple; it was this organization which presented the immense Cuban Flag which almost covered the front of a seven story building. Grand Master Pineiro, who has made one of the finest of Cuba's Grand Masters, reported visiting Atlanta, Memphis, Oklahoma City, Denver, Salt Lake City. San Francisco, Los Angeles, Albuquerque, New Orleans "and other places" where he received a warm fraternal welcome. He also visited Mexico City in connection with his making arrangements for the InterAmerican Conference in Havana. He attended the Washington Conference, 1955.

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At the Havana meeting were representatives from 32 American Grand Lodges, 17 from Latin America, and one from Germany (Vogel). One of the most appreciated gifts presented the Grand Lodge on that occasion was the original charter of the first lodge in Cuba, "EI Templo de las Virtudes Teogales" (Temple of the Spiritual Virtues), a charter granted by the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania-and which Grand Lodge made the presentation. The dedication ceremonies for the new Temple were well planned and carried out; treatment of guests was of the very best. This was followed by the Third Inter·American Congress which was equally as well planned; a visit was made to the President of the Republic.

Crowd Awaits Grand Master

One of the Floats

We agree with Dr. Jose Castellanos in paying tribute to Dr. Carlos Manuel Pineiro y del Cueto the Grand Master, when he said: He is a unique personage, {or whom there are not enough adjectives to describe him.

Half a century ago, being a Freemason in Cuba was to subject one's self to persecution and abuse. But time marches on. Today, Freemasonry has 31,000 adherents in the Island to our south and has a firm hold on the Cuban people. It prides itself on those of its brethren who are classed as patriots and liberators. The change in Masonic conditions is best shown in the magnificent parade of 30,000 individuals who assisted in the dedication of the beautiful three million dollar building at the junction of Carlos III and Belascoain streets in Havana. The building is one of Havana's landmarks and can be seen from all parts of the city, its ten stories being topped by a huge globe on which is represented the various countries of the earth; this in turn is surmounted by a huge square and compasses, all of which revolves; lights inside the globe make it visible by night. Most of the ten floors are occupied by Masonic organizations. There are lodge rooms done in Doric, Ionic, Salomonic, Arabic, Egyptian, Corinthian, and Gothic styles of architecture, for use of those lodges which meet in the Temple. There is a beautiful auditorium, seating 1,100 persons for use of larger gatherings; officers of the grand lodge are ensconced in beautiful quar-

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ters. There is even a room for press and television representatives. On the ground floor lobby are murals representing patriotic episodes in Cuban history participated in by Freemasons. On another floor is a museum which houses many Masonic items of interest; we noticed the first fire engine used in Havana-made in London; there were links from the Battleship "Maine," aprons, jewels, documents, swords, guns, and a plaque dedicated to Franklin D. Roosevelt. Into one wall was built the iron gates which were once a part of a prison in which many Cuban Freemasons had been confined. Cuban Freemasonry is not going to forget its earlier persecution. On the front of the imposing structure is a large clock, the twelve hours being marked by the twelve signs of the zodiac. Beneath the clock is a lar?;e bronze seal of the Grand Lodge of Cuba. The parade, which was reviewed by visitors and grand officers from a reviewing stand fronting the building, was most impressive. Newspapers estimated the number participating as 30,000, which included the AJEF Band (boy's or?;anization), the Marine Band, National Police Band, Havana Municipal Band, and various school bands. The parade was headed by several floats, the Grand Master, his associate officers, past grand masters and other dignitaries. Visitors did not march in the parade but viewed it from reserved seats; it required three hours for the parade to pass. Noticeable in the parade were the members of the Masonic boy groups, the AJEF (Asociaci6n de Jovenes de la Esperanza de la Fraternidad (Association of Youth, Hope of the Fraternity), the Masonic schools and the Old Folk's Home (Asilo Masonico Llanso). Arriving at the entrance to the building, the wife of the Grand Master, Senora Josefina Crespo, proceeded to cut a garland of flowers which barred entrance; grand lodge officers passed through and the ceremony of dedication was begun; it followed very closely that in any American grand lodge. Then came one of the most inspiring scenes of the day. At the conclusion of the dedication, an immense Cuban Flag was dropped from the roof, covering a large part of the building; at the same time one thousand doves were released from the roof, demonstrating the Cuban brethren's desire for peace. The flag weighed more than 300 pounds. The band played and the people in the streets applauded and cheered. Freemasonry in Cuba had come into its own!

BOOKS We have attempted, as is our custom, to give our readers the latest information on Masonic books. and here is our 1955 contribution: Bacon Masonry: Few of our readers know of the probable connection of Francis Bacon with Freemasonry, although several books have been written on the sUb.ject. In a 132-page, cloth-bound volume, Brother George V. Tudhope of California has written an entertaining volume with the idea of proving that "Francis Bacon, the First Worshipful Master, and the Grandfather of Speculative Masonry" is the man responsible for the modern system of Freemasonry. The book is well illustrated. The author explains that "the prime purpose of this book is to reveal the name and meaning of the Word"

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but he adds "the reader will discover that finding the Name of the Word does not indicate that the Word will be found." Chapter of Research: There are few Chapters of Research, but our Ohio companions have one which issues proceedings regularly, though not annually. Five volumes have now been issued, Vol. V. coming from the press during 1954. It contains some most interesting material, including "Early History of the Fraternity," "Signet of Zerubbabel," "Mark Lodges in Ohio," "Significance of the Breastplate," "Freemasonry and the Holy Bible," "Masonic Cypher Alphabets," "Temple of Solomon," "Importance of the Capitular Rite," and the "General Grand Chapter." English Masonic Year Book (1955): A valuable edition to any library is the recent Year Book issued by the United Grand Lodge of England; it contains a list of all English lodges with dates of formation, time and place of meetings, grand lodge officers. Similar informa tion is listed as to Royal Arch Chapters. And to complete the volume we find a listing of Irish and Scottish lodges. Almost 900 pages are required to print this information which is done by the Oxford University Press. Copies of the volume are sold to Master Masons through the Grand Secretary, Great Queen St., London. Manchester Association for Masonic Research Transactions: During the past year, this fine old Lodge of Research issued its Volume XLII. In ll8 pages of printed matter we find some most unusual Masonic material which should prove valuable to any Masonic Library. Our friend, Bro. Fred L. Pick is the editor, which insures accurate material. There are chapters on "Free" in Freemason; "Masonic Lodge Education," "Veiled in Allegory and Illustrated by Symbols," "Masonic Songs and Songbooks," and a Story of the Templars. Membership in the Association is 10 shillings a year (1.50?). There is a joining fee of 5 shillings. The secretary is John Corkhill, 2 Roseland Ave, Manchester 20, England. Collectanea: The Grand College of Rites, U.S.A., is rendering a service to students of Freemasonry in publishing obsolete rituals on little known degrees. In Vol. 5, Part 2 (1954) we find rituals of the Order of Christ, Knight of St. John of Jerusalem, Order of Malta (Catholic Order), Order of the Temple (little resemblance to U.S.A. Order), Roman Catholic Order of St. John, Notes on the Palm and Shell (Rob Morris), and Cagliostro's Egyptian Rite. The Grand Lodge of Scotland and the Mark Lodge: A 34-page reprint of an article by George S. Draffen, librarian of the Grand Lodge of Scotland, appearing in the Manchester Association for Masonic Research. An interesting story of how the Grand Lodge of Scotland and the Grand Chapter both exercise control over the degree of Mark Master. At least 90% of Scotch Masons are Mark Masons. In conferring the degree in a lodge, the lodge is opened on the third degree; candidates are examined as Master Masons and retire; the Mark lodge officers take over and the lodge is opened on the second degree; the degree is conferred, and at the conclusion the lodge may be closed, or returned to the third degree as desired. Ars Quatuor Coronatorum: Vol. LXVII, 1955 has reached us (April 1955); for several years this old English Research lodge has been behind in its printing. The date, 1955, means they have caught up. Stories in this issue cover:

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Masters' Lodges and their Place in Pre-Union History; The Mason and the Burgh; the Bible and Its Place in Lodges; Early Minute Book of Lodge of Dunblane; and All Saints Lodges at Wooler. With this edition'is included a short pamphlet on "The Rise of Freemasonry" by Fred L. Pick; it is intended to have the pamphlet read in lodges. This is a valuable addition to the work of the lodge. Significant Symbols of the Three Masonic Degrees: by Leonard Steiner of Ehlers Lodge No. 953 (N.Y.) and illustrated by the well known Hungarian artist, M. A. Rasko of the same lodge. 108 pp. of material, largely illustrations of the craft emblems; it also has some excellent engravings of the Temple, taken from Kelchner's restorations. It is nicely bound and sells for $2.50. It has a presentation page for candidates. Benito ]uarez-Apuntes Para Afis Hijos: Through the courtesy of our good brother, Martin F. Barcenas of Mexico, we have received a copy of the above named volume dealing with the life of the great Mexican patriot, Benito Juarez; it has 174 pages, but unfortunately for our American readers it is in Spanish and thus not available to those who speak only English. Copies may be secured through EI Monitor Masonico, Apartado 471, Mexico City, D.F. The title, translated, means: "Points, or material, for my descendants (sons)." It is written in a diary form and covers the years 1806 to 1864. Paper cover. It has a preface written by Vicente Saenz. Sesquicentennial of New England Lodge No.4: Dr. J. J. Tyler, historian of the Grand Lodge of Ohio, has issued a reprint of an article in the Ohio proceedings which contains some very valuable historical data about this early Ohio lodge. The celebration of this lodge sesquicentennial was Oct. 21, 1953; it was attended by just about all of Ohio's officialdom. This lodge was originally chartered by Connecticut, in 1803, to "sundry brethren who had formed a settlement on the River Scioto, State of Ohio." It was located at Worthington. The pamphlet contains stories of James Kilbourne, first Master; John Snow; Philander Chase; Thomas Smith Webb; John Barney; Joseph Doddridge, and Rev. Roger Searle. Prince Hall Masonic Year Book, 1955: This paper-covered volume of 248 pages contains a complete list of all colored lodges of the Prince Hall group, together with statistics and information about each of the Negro grand lodges. Among colored people the Prince Hall groups are recognized as the legitimate ones. Grand Lodge of Scotland Year Book, 1955: This is one of the most valuable of the annual publications which come to our desk; its 224 pages are filled with essential information dealing with Scottish lodges; there is a section dealing with their library; a list of "Masonic bodies in amity with the Grand Lodge"-we hesitate to call it a rite-or system; Scottish Masonic events occurring in 1954; the story of Melrose St. John Lodge No.1; Freemasonry in India; St. Andrew Lodge in the Far East (Shanghai, China); obituaries; book reviews; Robert Burns; Freemasonry in Ireland; (written by the writer of this review-but no credit given); the Kevan Manuscript; the Great Light; the book is illustrated by black and white drawings of our Hungarian friend and brother, Rasko, taken from the Keltner restorations. Henry Moore Teller: The selection of Dr. Elmer Ellis to head the Uni-

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versity of Missouri brings to our attention a volume under the above heading which deals with one of the great Freemasons of his day. In a note from the author, who is not a Freemason, we learn that he had considerable material on the Masonic life of Teller but was forced to condense the volume. He says this: Chiefly, however, he found his social life in the Masonic fraternity. He had been initiated into his lodge while in Morrison (Dunlop Lodge No. 321, Colo.), and its emphasis upon fraternity, personal morality, and good works had found a ready disciple in Teller. After helping to organize the lodge at Central City, he took a prominent part in all its activities and functions. In 1864 he became grand master of the territorial body and was re-elected in 1868 and for the five years following (he was noted) for his attempts to improve the quality of the membership more members were not necessary, but better morals were . . . on a trip in the winter of 1863 to Mrs. Teller's home in Cuba, New York, he became a Knight Templar . . . he became the first grand commander of the Colorado organiza tion.

The volume does not state, but Teller was for many years an active memo ber of the Southern Supreme Council, A.A.S.R. Canadian l\fasonic Research Association: Part 2, 1952, of the association has been received since the 1954 World was completed. It is largely the work of a great Canadian Masonic student, Reginald V. Harris, and contains the story of Freemasonry in the Bay of Quinte District, and Hugh de Payens Preceptory of Kingston, Ont., one of the oldest Templar bodies on the American continent. While Boston, Mass., has some of the oldest records, it appears that the work done in Boston in 1769 was the work of members of a military regiment which came from Halifax, N.S., with their old Irish ritual work. Masonic Biographical Sketches: A valuable digest written by Bro. Alphonse Cerza for the Masonic Service Association. In 64 mimeographed pages are contained the names of some 700 Freemasons, both dead and living; some may not deserve to be listed among the "immortals," while other names have been omitted; the author has done a fine job in preparing these "thumbnail" sketches. Missourians listed, in alphabetical order, are: David R. Atchison, Stephen F. Austin, Edward Bates, Charles Bent, Alexander Buckner, Kit Carson, James Edward Craig, Ray V. Denslow (thanks), Wm. F. Kuhn, Frank S. Land, Meriwether Lewis, Chas. A. Lindbergh, James W. S. Mitchell, John J. Pershing, Harry S. Truman, Samuel L. Clemens (Mark Twain). A few women, some Prince Hall affiliates, and a scattering of biblical characters are included. Freemasonry Among Men of Color: A committee of the Prince Hall Grand Lodge of New York has issued a pamphlet of 32 pages under the above title. It is written in the form of questions and answers-and there are 115 questions. There is a valuable bibliography covering Negro Freemasonry and a list of all "regular negro grand lodges." Prince Hall grand lodges exist in 38 states, and with one or two exceptions are known as such. It is stated in a footnote that the organizations "in the States of Florida, Mississippi, and Virginia which style themselves as 'Prince Hall Grand Lodge' have never, at any time, been identified with the Prince Hall Fraternity." In Florida, the

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"regulars" grand lodge is the "Union Grand Lodge." In Mississippi, it is the "Stringer Grand Lodge," and in Virginia, the "M.W. Grand Lodge A.F. & A.M. Prince HaIL" 50 Early American Military Freemasons: Our friend, Bro. James R. Case, Historian of the Grand Lodge of Connecticut, has written a most interesting 56 page pamphlet on the above subject. It affords short biographical sketches of the following military brethren: Washington, Joel Barlow, Henry Burbeck, Lewis Cass, Joel Clark, William Clark, Moses Cleaveland, Robert Erskine, David Farragut, Jonas Fay, Benjamin Franklin, Isaac Guion, John Hancock, Jonathan Heart, Andrew Jackson, John Paul Jones, Sir William Johnson, Nicholas Herkimer, Sam Houston, Ephraim Kirby, Henry Knox, Lafayette, Meriwether Lewis, John Marshall, Thomas McDonough, Hugh Mercer, Richard Montgomery, Hardy Murfree, Samuel Nicholas, James Oglethorpe, Albert Pike, Joel R. Poinsett, Henry Price, Thomas Proctor, Israel Putnam, Rufus Putnam, Rochambeau, Isaac Sears, Daniel Shays, John Stark, Steuben, John Sullivan, Jas. M. Varnum, Joseph Warren, Abraham Whipple, Otho Williams. Some of our readers may wonder why certain military brethren were overlooked in favor of some less known; the author says he has not tried to do more than give the story of fifty military heroes; we might question the "military" record of Joel Poinsett, most of whose activity was in a swivel chair as Secretary of War. All of it makes interesting reading and copies may be secured from the author whose address is Bethel, Conn. ($1.00) Centennium (1853-1953): Under this title the Grand Lodge of Minnesota has issued a book celebrating the centennial of the Grand Lodge; it is a 114page volume, bound in blue cloth, and sells for $2.00; it is not indexed. The author is Edward Johnstone, a past master of Joppa Lodge in that jurisdiction. It contains a number of cuts, including photographs of past grand masters, but the book loses some of its value by reason of the poor cut work. General William Jenkins Worth: By Edward S. Wallace, Southern Methodist University Press, 1953. 244 pp. and index. A story of a Mexican War General (1794-1849), with Masonic references on pages 5, 7, 8. The Grand Lodge of New York marched in parade at the dedication of his monument, Nov. 25, 1857, on Fifth Avenue and Broadway, New York City. The Mayor of New York City read an address "in a tone so low that probably not more than a hundred persons heard him." Too bad there were no loud speakers; they have saved the day on many an occasion in recent years.

HISTORY OF FREEMASONRY IN FRANCE The history of Freemasonry in France may be traced back to the beginning of the 18th century. Since that time, its story has been so complex that it would take a work of many volumes to explain it in detail. The object of this paper is to give an outline of the history of Freemasonry in France and to explain the position of the Jurisdictions at present in existence, with special reference to the possibility of union between any or all of them. There are three Grand Bodies to be considered: they are, in order of age: 1. Grand Orient of France (Grand Orient de France).

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2. Grand Lodge of France (Grande Loge de France), which sprang from the Supreme Council 33 3. French National Grand Lodge (Grande Loge Nationale Francaise), formerly known as the Independent and Regular National Grand Lodge for France and the French Colonies. 0

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It is generally accepted that the first lodge in France was that founded by Lord Derwentwater in Paris between 1725 and 1735. In 1735 this Lodge and others in Paris applied to the Grand Lodge of England for the constitution of a Provincial Grand Lodge. The petition was refused, but was reconsidered in 1743 when authority was given for the formation of the English Grand Lodge of France (Grande Loge Anglaise de France); its Constitution being based upon the Anderson Constitutions of 1723. Soon after its formation, differences arose between Lodges in Paris and those in the provinces. These differences persisted for more than ten years until, in 1755, Paris Lodges of English Grand Lodge of France declared themselves independent, changing the name of their Grand Lodge to Grand Lodge of France, (it is important to realize that this Grand Lodge of France has no connection with the present jurisdiction of that name), at the same time excluding all lodges in the provinces from membership. Between 1771 and 1773, the differences appear to have been resolved and in 1773 the conflicting parties united to form the Grand Orient of France. A faction soon arose which resulted in separation again, so that the Grand Lodge of France and the Grand Orient of France existed side by side until the French Revolution, when all lodges were officially suppressed. In 1799, after reopening separately at the end of the Revolution, an Act of Union finally resulted in the formation of the Grand Orient of France as the sovereign body. In 1804, the Supreme Council 33° was founded by the Count de GrasseTilly (further details are given later) in opposition to the Grand Orient of France. During the next forty years unsuccessful attempts were made to unite the two bodies. They have continued a separate existence to the present day. In 1849 the Grand Orient of France included in its Constitutions a declaration of belief in God. After much discussion and discord, this belief was finally erased from the Constitutions in 1877, an action which led to the breaking of all relations with the United Grand Lodge of England anq other regular jurisdictions. Today, the Grand Orient of France is not recognized by any regular masonic jurisdiction, its declared atheism and political activities making it unworthy to be considered as a Masonic Body. The Grand Orient of France recognizes and claims control over thirtythree degrees. The interchange of visits with the Grand Lodge of France is permitted. II. THE GRAND LODGE OF FRANCE At the beginning of the 19th century France was full of systems of so-called Scots Masonry, all differing from one another. Some claimed to themselves

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the right to issue Charters to lodges, others affiliated with the Grand Orient of France and only governed their supplementary degrees. They had different rituals and principles, but were agreed in asserting for their members a superiority over the plain Master Mason. To add to the complication, high officials of one system often held office in other and rival systems, as well as in the Grand Orient of France itself. In 1804 the Count de Grasse-Tilly, who had for some time resided in North America where he had received the high degrees, returned to France claiming to be the sovereign of a new Scots Rite founded upon one of the oldest and most important Rites of the preceding century. He asserted that he had unlimited power and authority over every person and thing connected with Masonry and attacked the authority of the Grand Orient of France. He rallied to his support a large number of those who belonged to systems which were the rival of the Grand Orient of France, raising many Masons to the 32° and 33°. In September, 1804, he constituted a new Masonic power in France with the title of "Supreme Council for France of Sovereign Grand Inspectors-General of the 33rd and Last Degree of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite." He then called together the Grand Officers of his rite and formed them into a Grand Consistory. This done, he determined to form a "General Grand Scots Lodge" and summoned to a meeting all members of any rite who might wish to join it. The meeting was held in October, 1804, and the General Grand Scots Lodge was constituted, all the various Scots Rites attending and becoming constituent parts of his Grand Lodge. It claimed full power over the first 18 degrees. Prince Louis Buonaparte was proclaimed Grand Master (he never accepted office) and 49 Grand Officers were appointed, de Grasse-Tilly being made the representative of the Grand Master. De Grasse-Tilly's action was to a certain extent an advantage to the Grand Orient of France, as it reduced its innumerable rivals to one body, with which it might be possible to treat. The Grand Orient of France therefore approached the new Grand Lodge and the two bodies agreed to unite, which they did on December 3, 1804. Almost immediately, quarrels arose between the contracting parties and the next year they separated, but with the tacit understanding that the degrees from 1° to 18° would be controlled by the Grand Orient of France, while the Supreme Council, under de Grasse-Tilly, would control the remainder up to the 33°. This arrangement continued until 1-814 when the Grand Orient of France stated that it had decided to exercise control over all Rites and Grades. The Supreme Council became dormant until 1821 when it was revived and began to act as an independent body. Attempts were made in 1826 and 1835 to amalgamate the Grand Orient of France and the Supreme Council, but they were not successful. In 1841 the Supreme Council proposed a return to the tacit understanding of 1805 and discussions ensued which led to a declaration by the Grand Orient of France that no fusion could ever be possible between two bodies so fundamentally different in organization. Later the same body decreed

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that, "Lodges under its jurisdiction might interchange visits with the Supreme Council" and thenceforward the two grand bodies worked side by side in peace. In 1879, several symbolic lodges belonging to the Supreme Council issued a circular stating that they proposed to organize a Grand Symbolic Scots Lodge, while leaving the higher degrees to the Supreme Council. This they did in 1880, but without the consent or approval of the Supreme Council. After this action, the other symbolic lodges under the Supreme Council gradually ceased to recognize its authority over them. Ultimately, in 1894, the Supreme Council agreed to grant to all its Symbolic Lodges administrative autonomy. All the remaining symbolic lodges of the Supreme Council thereupon amalgamated with the Grand Symbolic Scots Lodge and in 1897 they constituted the Grand Lodge of France. The Grand Lodge of France worked under the auspices of the Supreme Council and was not therefore independent. As this proved an obstacle when attempts were made to establish fraternal relations with other Grand Jurisdictions, the Supreme Council granted the Grand Lodge of France nominal independence in 1904. Since that time, it claims to have worked as a sovereign and independent jurisdiction, but there is no doubt that it is very closely allied with the Supreme Council from which it sprang. Indeed, there is a Decree printed in the 1952 edition of the Constitutions of the Grand Lodge of France stating that at the winter solstice each year, the Grand Lodge of France and the Supreme Council will meet together to celebrate the "Fete de l'Ordre." This ceremony is to be presided over by the Sovereign Grand Commander of the Supreme Council, assisted by the Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of France and is to be attended by delegates of all lodges of the Rite, from the 1st to the 33rd degree. The meeting is opened in the 1st (symbolic) degree and reports are read by the Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of France and the Grand Secretary-General of the Supreme Council. The reports are followed by speeches made by the Grand Orator of the Grand Lodge of France and the Grand Orator of the Supreme Council. A study of the constitutions of the Grand Lodge of France reveals no requirement of a belief in God by its candidates. The only reference to a Supreme Being is found in Rule 211, which states: "All Summons and Masonic Documents on whatever subject, will always be headed with the following formula: A.L.G.D.G.A.D.L'U. RITE ECOSSAIS ANCIEN ACCEPTE Au nom et sous les auspices de la Grande Loge de France (name and number of Lodge) LIBERTY - EQUALITY - FRATERNITY

The initial letters standing for the French equivalent of "To the Glory of the Great Architect of the Universe." However, no explanation of the reason for the use of this formula is given, neither can be found any mention of the qualifications necessary for initiation required by the Ancient Landmarks revered and respected by all Regular Masons throughout the world. Until 1953, the Grand Lodge of France did not require the presence of the Bible in its lodges, although it permitted its use if such were the desire

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of the members of an individual lodge. Even so, few lodges chose to work with the Bible. With a view to meeting the requirements of regular jurisdictions throughout the world and in order to obtain recognition by them, the Grand Lodge of France at their Annual Communication in 1953, held in Paris, altered their constitutions to make the presence of the Bible obligatory in all their lodges. It is understood that when a vote on this measure was taken, about 30% of the delegates voted against it; a fact which indicates a lack of unanimity on the necessity for observing the Ancient Landmarks. Although it has been sought on several occasions, recognition has never been accorded to the Grand Lodge of France by the United Grand Lodge of England. According to the July 1954 Chart issued by the Masonic Service Association of the United States which shows foreign jurisdictions recognized by the jurisdictions of the United States, the Grand Lodge of France is recognized by only eight of the 49 jurisdictions, namely: Alabama, California, District of Columbia, Kentucky, Louisiana, New Jersey, Rhode Island and Utah. Of the jurisdictions listed in the "List of Regular Lodges Masonic," published by the Pantagraph Printing & Stationery Company, Bloomington, Ill., for 1953, apart from the United States jurisdictions already mentioned, there are only two Grand Lodges which recognize the Grand Lodge of FranceCuba and Puerto Rico.

III. THE FRENCH NATIONAL GRAND LODGE The French National Grand Lodge came into being as the result of events affecting two lodges of the Grand Orient of France. An outline of these events and of the history of the two lodges, leading up to their joint action, is necessary to a proper understanding of its foundation. THE LOGE ANGLAISE NO.

204, BORDEAUX

In 1732 the Loge Anglaise was founded at Bordeaux; the majority of the founders being English merchant captains who put into Bordeaux in the course of their trade. The lodge was founded under the auspices of the Grand Lodge of England. In those days, it appears, no Grand Lodge charter was required and a lodge could be regularly constituted by three Master Masons duly assembled for the purpose. Of the first members of the lodge, apparently only one was French; and of the seventeen members enrolled during the first year of its existence, only one was French. For the first eleven years, English was the language used for the minutes, and no doubt also for the ceremonies. But by 1743 the French brethren had become an important majority and from that year the minutes were kept in French. Probably due to the feeble control exercised at that time by the Grand Lodge in Paris (the English Grand Lodge of France, which later became the Grand Lodge of France: as already explained, these bodies have no connection with the Grand Lodge of France of 1954) the Loge Anglaise seems to have usurped the privileges of a Grand Lodge, as between 1740 and 1765 it granted charters to various lodges in France and abroad, among them lodges

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at Brest, Cayenne, Cognac, Limoges and Perigueux, and one called the "Loge Consolante des Mac;ons" at New Orleans (1765). The Grand Lodge of France, whose activities were practically confined to the neighbourhood of Paris, issued a proclamation in 1766 to the effect that all lodges in France not accepting its jurisdiction would be considered irregular. The Loge Anglaise at once claimed the protection of the Grand Lodge of England and in the same year obtained a warrant of confirmation from that body, as Lodge No. 363; this number was successively altered to 298, 240 and 204. In 1778 the Loge Anglaise, after three or four years of strained relations with the Grand Lodge of England, apparently over the question of dues, resolved to make advances to the Grand Orient of France (it will be remembered that the Grand Lodge of France of those days had changed its name to the Grand Orient of France in 1773). A month after the request had been made, a letter was received from the Grand Orient of France stating that the Loge Anglaise had been recognized as the most ancient lodge under its constitution. However, no formal union took place until about two years later, when the Grand Orient issued a charter to the lodge. It was specially agreed that the Loge Anglaise should abandon its right to charter other lodges in France, but that it should retain its independence, with the right to maintain friendly relations with its mother lodge, the Grand Lodge of England. In 1783, a serious difference arose between the Loge Anglaise and the Grand Orient of France and the former decided to sever relations with the latter and resume relations with the Grand Lodge of England. It was not until 1803, the French Revolution having taken place during the intervening years, that the Loge Anglaise once again entered into relations with the Grand Orient of France. In 1818, the Grand Secretary, of what had by that time become the United Grand Lodge of England, informed the Loge Anglaise, in reply to an inquiry, that its connection with the Grand Lodge of England had ceased since 1786 -that being the year when correspondence ceased between the Grand Lodge of England and the Grand Orient of France. The members of the Loge Anglaise were unwilling to accept this ruling and although their protests were unavailing, they clung to their old connection for the next fifty years; the by-laws still stating that the meetings were held under the protection of the Grand Lodge of England and the Grand Orient of France. It was only with considerable regret that it was decided finally to pass under the obedience of the Grand Orient of France; and even this fact was not considered to entail a blind obedience to, or respect for, the decisions of that body. The members of the lodge never hesitated to criticize any decision which did not appear to them to be entirely equitable or Masonic. Its spirit of independence, as well as its antiquity, caused its opinion to be heard with deference. The Grand Orient of France, in 1849, adopted as its first Article of Constitutions, the following: "The basis of Freemasonry is a Belief in God, the Immortality of the Sou] and the Solidarity of Humanity." .

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seriously threatened, that in 1866 the Loge Anglaise raised the matter at the general assembly of the Grand Orient of France. Three years later, however, an amendment to the first Article of the Constitutions was submitted to all lodges of the Grand Orient of France for their opinion, as follows: "The basis of Freemasonry is absolute Liberty of Conscience and the Solidarity of Humanity."

The efforts of the Loge Anglaise played a considerable part in the rejection of the amendment by a large majority. But, as is well known, the decision of that majority was set aside when a similar amendment was proposed and adopted by the general assembly in 1876. The Loge Anglaise was one of the few lodges to oppose the amendment, and despite its adoption, the lodge itself did not cease to work regularly thereafter. The Loge Anglaise had another serious disagreement with the general assembly in 1892, because of the latter's action on the following points: 1. Money had been voted to strikers under the pretext of propaganda. 2. Votes of masonic censure had been passed on Deputies, members of the Craft, who had voted in Parliament in favour of grants for religious bodies. 3. An undertaking had been demanded from every candidate for the Council of the Grand Orient of France that he would be buried without religious ceremony. 4. A resolution had been passed that a certain sum should be collected from lodges to provide a political fund for use at the forthcoming elections.

Unfortunately, the lodge was almost without support in the attitude it adopted and matters went from bad to worse until, in 1913, there was an open break with the Grand Orient of France. This came about, not only because of the growing dissatisfaction caused in the lodge by the events described above, but also because of the action of the general assembly in 1912 and 1913. In 1912 there had been a violent disagreement when the general assembly, without previous notice of the proposition, had carried a motion making the Grand Orient of France the sole owner of all the property of all the lodges under its jurisdiction. In 1913, the Loge Anglaise took issue with the general assembly's decision to impose new rituals on the Loge Centre des Amis against that lodge's will. Before considering further the action of the Loge Anglaise, an outline of the history of the other lodge, Centre des Amis, must be given. THE LOGE CENTRE DES AMIS

The Loge Centre des Amis was founded in Paris in the 18th century under the name of "Loge Guillaume Tell," the present name being adopted in 1776, or shortly after. It is claimed that it was one of the very few lodges continuing to work during the French Revolution. The lodge worked under the jurisdiction of a system known as the Scots Directories which existed, in France, between about 1774 and 1840; the system itself sprang from the Strict Observance (Templar Rite). In 1776 a Concordat, or Treaty, was concluded between the Grand Orient of France and the Scots Directories on the basis that lodges of the Scots Directories would use their own ritual and obey their own superiors, but would be chartered by, and pay dues to, the Grand Orient of France. Dual membership of the Grand Orient of France and the Scots Directories was to

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be permitted, as was the exchange of visits between lodges of the two bodies. This Concordat was renewed and confirmed in 1781, 1804, and 1811. The Scots Directories convened a meeting (now generally known as the "Convent des Gaules") at Lyon, in 1778, of the Grand Directories of their three French Provinces. The Convent des Gaules brought about the reorganization of the Scots' Directories' system, making a clear division between the Symbolic or Craft Degrees and the higher degrees. Lodges working the first three degrees (known as St. John's Lodges) with their complementary St. Andrew's Lodges, made up the Revised Scottish Rite (Rite Ecossais Rectifie). (St. Andrew's Lodges stand in relation to St. John's Lodges as, in England today, chapters of the Holy Royal Arch stand in relation to Craft lodges). The higher degrees made up the Order of the Beneficent Knights of the Holy City, to which no further reference will be made, as it forms no part of the Revised Scottish Rite. The action of the Convent des Gaules in making this division was endorsed and confirmed in 1782 by a Convent of Scots Directories held at Wilhelmsbad. In 1841, the Revised Grand Directory of Neustrie, of which the Loge Centre des Amis was a constituent lodge, ceased to work and gave its records and charter into the safe-keeping of the Revised Grand Directory of Geneva, which had already received those of the Revised Grand Directory of Auvergne in 1830. The Revised Grand Directory of Geneva accepted the responsibility on the condition that, should an opportunity arise for the revival in France of the Revised Scottish Rite, it should be able to exercise the powers with which it had been entrusted and return the records and charter to those who wished to bring about the revival. The Loge Centre des Amis thus became dormant and remained so until its revival in 1910. In 1910, a group of members of the Grand Orient of France, headed by Professor Edouard de Ribaucourt, who were alarmed by, and opposed to the atheistic and political trends of that body, and who wished to practice the letter and spirit of regular Freemasonry, approached the Revised Grand Directory of Geneva with a view to reviving the Revised Scottish Rite in France. They had four reasons for taking this action: I. The Revised Scottish Rite worked with the Bible and in the name of the

G.A.O.T.V. 2. Although the Revised Scottish Rite was dormant in France, the agreement of 1841 with the Revised Grand Directory of Geneva provided for its revival at a suitable opportunity. 3. The Concordat or Treaty of 1776, renewed and confirmed in 1781, 1804 and 1811, between the Grand Orient of France and the Scots Directories, had never been revoked. 4. They would, therefore, be enabled to work as regular Freemasons according to the Ancient Landmarks and at the same time retain administrative bonds with the Grand Orient of France.

The Revised Grand Directory of Geneva, faithful to the agreement entered into with the Revised Grand Directories of Auvergne and Neustrie when they became dormant, gave Letters Patent to the group headed by Professor

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Edouard de Ribaucourt, authorizing them to revive lodges of St. Andrew in France. A Lodge of St. Andrew having been formed in Paris, it was then necessary to open a St. John's Lodge to provide recruitment for the former by regular means. To achieve this, the brethren decided to work only the first three degrees until their future was assured. For this purpose the Loge Centre des Amis was revived. The Grand Orient of France had at first denied all knowledge of the Treaty it had made earlier with the Scots Directories and ordered the group to cease its activities within eight days. Professor Edouard de Ribaucourt replied that there was no doubt that the Grand Orient of France had recognized the Revised Scottish Rite since the time that the Convent des Gaules had revised the system of Scots Directories in 1778, citing the Treaty of 1776 which had never been revoked. He added, however, that in view of his obligations as a member of the Grand Orient of France, he would comply with the order until a solution should be reached. Discussions then followed between the Grand Orient of France and the Revised Grand Directory of Geneva, as a result of which an agreement was reached that the Treaty of 1776 should be respected. This Treaty was once again renewed and confirmed, being signed in Paris on April 15 and in Geneva on April 18, 1911. Consequently, the Loge Centre des Amis was inscribed on the roll of the Grand Orient of France, with permission to work according to the Revised Scottish Rite and it appeared that those who wished to practice regular Freemasonry according to the Ancient Landmarks were free to do so. The group headed by Professor Edouard de Ribaucourt looked forward to the day when French Freemasons, working regularly, might once again renew relations with other regular jurisdictions throughout the world. Their hopes were not to be realized while remaining under the jurisdiction of the Grand Orient of France, for, in 1913, the Council of the Grand Orient of France ordered the Loge Centre des Amis to adopt new rituals, in which all allusion to the G.A.O.T.D. had been suppressed. The lodge appealed to the General Assembly of the Grand Orient of France against the imposition on them of these rituals, for it was obviously impossible to continue to work the Revised Scottish Rite if the new rituals were accepted. At the meeting of the General Assembly of the Grand Orient, the Grand Orator ruled the appeal out of order on the grounds that any allusion to the G.A.O.T.D., or use of the Bible in lodge, was contrary to the Constitutions of the Grand Orient of France. An attempt by Professor Edouard de Ribaucourt to justify the position and beliefs of the Loge Centre des Amis was drowned in a tumult of derisive shouts and jeers. It is here that the paths of the Loge Anglaise and the Loge Centre des Amis cross, for the former's delegate was the only one to support the protest of the Loge Centre des Amis against the high-handed action of the Council of the Grand Orient of France. From that moment the two lodges united in an attempt to bring about a revival of regular Freemasonry in France. THE FORMATION OF THE FRENCH NATIONAL GRAND LODGE

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the members of the Loge Centre des Amis and Loge Anglaise. They decided that the attitude of the Grand Orient of France was such that they could not conscientiously continue their Masonic work under its jurisdiction and made plans for the foundation of a new grand lodge, the basic principles of which would be completely regular and in conformity with the Ancient Landmarks of pure Freemasonry. Professor Edouard de Ribaucourt had, some time previously, learned of a statement about the position of Freemasonry in France which had been made by the M.W. Pro Grand Master of the United Grand Lodge of England, Lord Ampthill, at a meeting of the La France Lodge No. 2060 (E.C.) in London in 1910. (The La France Lodge is a French-speaking lodge founded in London in 1884). He had written to Lord Ampthill explaining the position in which the Loge Centre des Amis found itself when trouble had first threatened its existence and had received a reply wishing him well in his efforts to revive traditional Masonry. He now wrote again, giving full details of recent events and of the decision of the two lodges to found a regular grand lodge; at the same time, he asked that recognition might be accorded to it by the United Grand Lodge of England. After careful enquiry and consideration, the United Grand Lodge of England replied that recognition would be accorded to the new grand lodge, with the exchange of representatives. With this encouragement, the French National, Independent & Regular Grand Lodge for France and the French Colonies (the title has since been shortened to French National Grand Lodge) was founded in December, 1913. During the same month, at the quarterly communication of the United Grand Lodge of England in London, an announcement was made by the Grand Master, the Duke of Connaught, concerning the foundation of the new grand lodge. During the summer of 1913, several British Masons, who were in business in Paris, had discussed the possibility of starting an English-speaking lodge there. They realized that it would be difficult because no Masonic jurisdiction in France was recognized by the United Grand Lodge of England, and at that time they were not aware of the actions or feelings of the group headed by Professor de Ribaucourt. At the beginning of 1914 they wrote to the Grand Secretary of the United Grand Lodge of England for guidance. He informed them of the recognition of the French National Grand Lodge and advised them to approach the Grand Secretary of that jurisdiction. This they did and the result of their application was the consecration, on June 20, 1914, of St. George's Lodge, which became Lodge No.3 on the register of the new grand lodge. There were twenty-two founder members when the consecration ceremony was performed by Grand Lodge officers from England who were specially invited by the Grand Master of the new jurisdiction. An alteration made to the Constitutions permitted the new lodge to use an English ritual known as "Logic Working"; this was used until 1921 when it was decided to change to the more widely used "Emulation Working." The rituals now used are the Revised Scottish Rite, "Emulation Working" in English and "Emulation Working" in French. The latter is an exact translation from the English and is used by those lodges whose members prefer it to the Revised Scottish Rite.

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Unfortunately, the outbreak of World War I seriously hindered the work which had been undertaken. Nevertheless, by the end of the war, five new lodges had been founded: at Le Havre, Rouen, Boulogne, Bordeaux and Paris. The lodge at Bordeaux was founded by American, British and French Masons of the armed services who were stationed in and around the town. After the war, steady progress was made and by 1934 there was a total of 30 lodges in various parts of France, including a Lodge of Research in Paris. In 1923, the members of the Loge Anglaise No.2. wishing to resume their former fraternal relations with the Grand Orient of France and the Grand Lodge of France applied to the French National Grand Lodge for the necessary permission, which was naturally refused as relations with irregular jurisdictions are not permissible. The lodge decided by unanimous vote, with one abstention, to secede from the jurisdiction which they had helped to found, and later applied to the Grand Lodge of France for permission to affiliate with that body. Thus did a lodge which had struggled for nearly two centuries to maintain the principles of regular Freemasonry finally forsake those principles by seceding from a regular grand lodge. World 'Var II destroyed nearly all that had been so carefully built up in the years between the wars. In 1949 the Vichy Government issued a decree which forbade the practice of Freemasonry, while during the German occupation most of the lodges' property and records were pillaged. There are many interesting stories told by members of how they managed to keep their regalia or lodge property safe in different hiding places: the Charter of St. George's Lodge No.3 remained buried in a garden at Biaritz, where it had been placed by the Master of the lodge when his evacuation was necessary. It was recovered by him intact after the war. The persecution and antimasonic propaganda directed against the Grand Lodge did have one satisfactory result in that it gave publicity to the existence of regular Freemasonry in France, a fact that had hitherto not been realized by many Frenchmen. To this publicity may be attributed the increase in applications for admission which have been received since the war. Requests have also been made by lodges wishing to leave the Grand Orient of France or the Grand Lodge of France and join the French National Grand Lodge: their members, dissatisfied with the political activities and anti-religious attitude of these bodies, have voted unanimously to return to the Ancient Landmarks of traditional Freemasonry. Those who wish to take this step are permitted to do so only after a careful investigation of all the circumstances has been made and are required to take an obligation on the Bible that they will henceforward abide by the Constitutions of the French National Grand Lodge and work according to the Ancient Landmarks. A lodge wishing to join must submit a petition for a charter and is considered to be founding a new lodge: if approved, the new lodge is consecrated and thereafter works one of the rituals permitted by the constitutions. Nineteen fifty-five sees 17 of the pre-war lodges at v\'Ork again and since 1947 new lodges have been chartered at Casablanca (Morocco), Dunkirk, Lille, Lyons. Marseilles, Metz and Verdun. Two of the lodges in Paris, Unity No. 15 and Stability No. 29, were re-

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opened to provide a Masonic home for regular Masons of all nationalities assigned to duty with the N.A.T.O. forces at S.H.A.P.E. and its associated Commands. They have met with great success, and as a result of the interest taken by American Masons who are members of these lodges, fraternal relations have been established between the French National Grand Lodge and jurisdictions in the United States. For administrative purposes the French National Grand Lodge is divided into Provinces. These take their names from the ancient provinces of France and are Austrasie, Flandres and Neustrie. In Charlemagne's day Neustrie comprised the territory between the River Seine and the River Loire, with part of the diocese of Rouen north of the Seine; it was the Western Kingdom of the Franks as opposed to Austrasie, the Eastern Kingdom. It is roughly over these territories that the Provincial Grand Lodges of Austrasie and Neustrie exercise their Masonic jurisdiction today. Flandres (Flanders) comprises the North-East corner of France and is well-known to the soldiers of two ''''orld Wars. Three lodges are needed to form a Province. As there are not yet that number in the potential Provinces of Aquitaine, Provence and Maroc (Morocco), District Grand Inspectors have been appointed; their task is to supervise the foundation of lodges in their districts until the day when there are sufficient lodges for the creation of a province. ROYAL ARCH CHAPTERS

The Constitution of the French National Grand Lodge holds that Freemasonry comprises the three craft degrees with the complements of the Lodge of St. Andrew for the Revised Scottish Rite and the Holy Royal Arch for "Emulation Working." As in England, the principal officers of the Grand Lodge always (provide they are Royal Arch Masons) hold a similar rank in the Grand Chapter. In 1927, a temporary Charter was issued by the French National Grand Lodge for the formation of a Royal Arch Chapter to be attached to St. George's Lodge No.3. During 1928 and 1929, five more chapters were formed. This led to the formation of the Grand Royal Arch Chapter for France, which was recognized by the Supreme Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons in England on August 6. 1930. These chapters continued to work until they were forced to close down on the German invasion of France. Since the war, three of the original six chapters have reopened and two new chapters, one attached to Jeanne d'Arc Lodge No.5 at Rouen and one attached to Confiance Lodge No. 25. Although not large in numbers, the Grand Royal Arch Chapter for France is a thriving organization. The ritual used is the same as in England; it has been translated into French for use by French Companions. LODGE OF MARK MASTER MASONS

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under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of Mark Master Masons of England that this degree should be made available to brethren in France. In London, the La France Lodge of Mark Master Masons formed of French brethren resident there works this degree in French. Upon a petition being sent to Londres for a Charter, members of the La France Lodge, accompanied by grand officers of the. Grand Lodge of Mark Master Masons of England came over to Paris in September, 1953, and consecrated the Lutece Lodge of Mark Master Masons, which has been registered as No. 1771 in England. Most Worshipful Brother Pierre Cheret, the present Grand Master of the French National Grand Lodge was installed as the first Master of the new lodge. It is hoped, when three or more Mark Lodges have been formed, to unite these under a Grand Lodge of Mark Master Masons of France, which will work along side the French National Grand Lodge. Plans are now being made to open a second Mark Lodge to work in English, which may be attended by American and British brethren who do not speak French. Lutece Lodge No. 1771 is so called because Lutece was the ancient name for Paris, the home of the Lutetii, the tribe which used to inhabit what is now called the Ile de la Cite, on which the cathedral of Notre Dame stands. THE POSSIBILITY OF UNITY A:\fONG MASONS IN FRANCE

While the ultimate formation of a "United Grand Lodge of France" is, and should be, the aim of every regular Mason in France, it is a goal which has to be approached with great caution. The events of the past, which have been outlined above, show that all too often attempts at unity have resulted in failure and an aggravation of the differences which were thought to have been resolved. The French National Grand Lodge, founded by a group of Freemasons who were determined to adhere to the traditions of regular Freemasonry, has steadfastly followed the road defined by the Ancient Landmarks. It will not betray the trust and confidence placed in it by the many regular jurisdictions throughout the world with which it enjoys fraternal relations. There can be no agreement or union with any other body which professes to be Masonic in character unless complete and unequivocal unanimity is reached on the necessity for adhering to the Ancient Landmarks and a Declaration of Basic Principles similar to those adopted by regular grand lodges everywhere. The Grand Orient of France is historically the oldest Masonic body in France. But by erasing from its Constitution the necessity of the asknowl· edgement by its members of a belief in God (1877), it became manifestly irregular. Its subsequent political and anti-clerical activities have shown that it has no intention to adhere to the accepted standards of traditional Freemasonry. Further, this attitude was confirmed by its action in 1913 when it not only refused to honour the agreements it had made, but forbade the practice of traditional Freemasonry within its jurisdiction. Its decision at that time clearly indicated that it could not thereafter claim to exercise any control over regular Freemasonry in France as it finally drove from its midst those who wished to work regularly. The foundation of the French National Grand Lodge, which was the direct result of the Grand Orient's action, can-

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not therefore' be considered as an invasion of territory, but rather the logical outcome of "expulsion from" territory. It is certain, for the reasons stated above, that there will never be any union between the French National Grand Lodge and the Grand Orient of France. Nevertheless, some of its members, realizing that they are not participating in true Freemasonry, leave the Grand Orient and request admismission to the French National Grand Lodge-this has happened in the case of complete lodges. Provided they are proved to be sincere, such petitions will never be refused; though they will never be solicited. Since the end of World War II the Grand Lodge of France has approached the French National Grand Lodge regarding the possibility of a merger. It is obvious that there can be no question of any merger as long as the former retains any trace of irregularity. Until 1953, the Grand Lodge of France did not insist on the use of the Bible by all its lodges while at work. Its use was permitted if desired, but very few lodges used it. As has already been stated, the use of the Bible was made obligatory in 1953, but the decision was not taken unanimously. If such an important decision is to impress regular jurisdictions as a responsible and conscientious action, then surely it must either be unanimous or those who disagree on one of the fundamental principles should resign their membership. As the matter stands at present, some 30% of the members of the Grand Lodge of France, by virtue of their opposition to the introduction of the Bible into their lodges, are at variance with the present Constitutions of their jurisdictions. This is likely to lead to the same dissension and acrimony which existed in the Grand Orient of France between 1849 and 1877. It is realized also that many members of the Grand Lodge of France regard the Bible not as the revelation of God to mankind, but as a piece of lodge furniture which it is expedient to possess. Some go so far as to say they would rather have a book with blank pages, so that each could mentally ascribe to it the philosophy of his choice. Since the use of the Bible was made compulsory only last year, the majority of members of the Grand Lodge of France cannot have taken their obligations on the Bible. To be considered regular, they must take a proper obligation on the Bible in open lodge. Visits to lodges of the Grand Orient of France are still permitted. All connection with that body must cease if the Grand Lodge of France is to be allowed fraternal relations with regular jurisdictions. All political activity, as well as religious and political discussions in lodges which take place despite constitutional regulations to the contrary, must be stopped. The Sunday morning radio broadcasts which are made alternately with the Grand Orient of France to disseminate propaganda and solicit new members must be discontinued. The fact that 41 of the Grand Lodges of the United States of America have entered into fraternal relations with the French National Grand Lodge, while only 8 recognize the Grand Lodge of France, has proved to the latter body that it is difficult to obtain recognition unless real proof of regularity is possible. By refusing or withdrawing recognition the Grand Lodges of the United States are helping to make it clear to the Grand Lodge of France that

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it should put its house in order if it wishes to enjoy the benefits of universal regular Freemasonry. The relations between the French National Grand Lodge and the Grand Lodge of France are cordial, inasmuch as the problems affecting unity have been discussed without rancour: the conditions which have to be fulfilled have been made clear. Until they are fulfilled, no fraternal relations will exist between the two jurisdictions and the exchange of visits will be strictly prohibited. A possible solution to the problem is that those members of the Grand Lodge of France who wish to retain their atheistic philosophy should transfer their allegiance to the Grand Orient of France where they will find conditions more suited to them. Those who wish to work in accordance with the traditions and Landmarks of regular Freemasonry should enter into discussions with the French National Grand Lodge. It has been suggested that the foundation of the French National Grand Lodge constituted an invasion of the territory of the Grand Lodge of France. It has been explained that the former jurisdiction came into being as the result of the Grand Orient's refusal to permit regular working under its jurisdiction. It was not possible for the new Grand Lodge to ally itself with the Grand Lodge of France because that body itself objected to regular practices and was then, as now, in fraternal relations with the Grand Orient. ENGLAND'S EXPLANATION

From Vol. LXVII, page 82, 1955, of Quatuor Proceedings, we clip the following English account of the formation of those lodges which eventually formed the National Grand Lodge of France: The formation of the Grande Loge Nationale de France was due to the fact that the Lodge Centre des Amis which was then under the Grand Orient, had always worked with the Bible on the altar. One evening, one of the high officers of the Grand Orient attended the lodge and demanded to know what that book on the altar was. The Master told him it was the Holy Bible. He was ordered to remove it at once by this Grand Orient officer, but he refused to do so. This led to the leaving, by this lodge, of Grand Orient of France. It then got in touch with another lodge of the Grand Orient in Bordeaux-Loge Anglaise No. 204 (it became our G. L. England No. 2)-which also worked with the Bible on the altar, and they decided to approach the Grand Lodge of England, which they did. Lord Ampthill was provincial grand master of the G. L. of England at the time, and he eventually formed these two lodges into the present Grande Loge Nationale with No.3, the St. Georges, joining as soon as the Grand Lodge was formed. The Grand Lodge of France has, within the last twelve months, decided to put the Bible back in all the lodges under their jurisdiction, as they wish to become regular.

FREEMASONRY IN JAPAN The recent initiation of Premier Icharo Hatoyama of Japan brings to our attention the many changes which have taken place in Japan since World War II. Masonic lodges in Japan operated for many years previous to World

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War II on condition that no Japanese Nationalist would be accepted for membership, and that no display of Freemasonry could be had, the only exception ever noted was when U. S. Ambassador George W. Guthrie was buried with Masonic funeral services, but only after Japanese permission had been secured. The Japanese government, in 1936, became much disturbed at what it called "the mysterious world organization known as 'Freemasonry,''' and began a secret investigation of its purposes. On September 1, 1923, occurred an earthquake in Yokohama. The Masonic lodge room was destroyed, together with its furniture and regalia. The only Japanese known at that time to have received Masonic degrees was Baron Hayashi, who received his degrees in Empire Lodge No. 2108, London, England, in 1903. The United Grand Lodge of England maintained a District Grand Lodge in Japan, and at a meeting in 1929 more than 50 representatives were present at the opening; they represented 5 lodges-Yokohama No. 1902, O'Tentosama No. 1263, Rising Sun No. 1401, Tokyo No. 2015, and Albion in the Far East No. 3729. The total membership at that time in these lodges was 312. This District Grand Lodge was formally opened at Yokohama August 15, 1874, under authority of a patent dated June 6, 1873. The lodges were located in Yokohama, Tokyo and Kobe. There were 2 Scottish lodges working in Japan, or were at the time of the outbreak of the war. There were 4 Royal Arch Chapters working under the Grand Chapter of England. The attitude of the Japanese is reflected in an article appearing in the Japan Advertiser in 1936: "In an investigation caution is necessary because the foreign office is said to have promised in 1897 not to molest Freemasonry because the organization wields stupendous political power in all parts of the world." There was no written agreement as to Freemasonry's right to exist in Japan, the government simply stated that if Freemasons confined their activities to lodge rooms and did not appear on the streets, and would not accept any Japanese members they would not be disturbed. Another section of the article quoted said this: "Freemasons have their headquarters in the United States. The organization is composed mostly of people of Jewish extraction. As it is an international organization its activities need watching." The article is made still more humorous by the following: "New arrivals in Yokohama are welcomed in parties at which the members wear red turkish fezzes on which skull and sword are emblazoned." The writer is referring to the Nobles of the Mystic Shrine who wear fezzes with a scimitar and crescent and a star embroidered thereon. Just before the outbreak of World War II an article appeared in an Osaka, Japan, newspaper, which we quote in part: "Kobe Masonic Club overwhelmed by the strong influences of the Axis is on the verge of destruction, and behind the tightly closed doors of the unknown world, it is fighting for its own existence.... The mysterious lodges of Freemasonry are

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at present found in Japan in Kobe, Yokohama, Tokyo, and Keijo. The Corinthian hall, in Kobe, was built in 1870.... Leading members have found it very difficult to maintain the club and have been canvassing for members with desperate effort. Members assemble on a fixed day, once a month; they enter a room upstairs, called the Palace, at eight o'clock in the evening, and closing doors and windows tightly, sit on chairs around a table, over which hangs a curtain with a mark of the compass and a ruler dyed on it, both symbols of a stone Mason. . . . Members who belong to one of thirty-three classes put on strange costumes of their own class and proceed to a topic of conversation resembling the ceremony of worship to Jehovah.... There are Jews among the members and in the meetings and they seek for opportunities to make money and use the Club as a means of expanding their business." The first lodge in Japan is said to have been Sphinx Lodge, in Yokohama, working under the Grand Lodge of Ireland. Its members were army men and British residents some 20 in number. When the armed forces withdrew the lodge was disbanded, then Yokohama Lodge was organized, under the Grand Lodge of England, and the D~strict Grand Lodge was established August 15, ] 878. Yokohama Lodge ,vas established June 26, 1866, with it was Yokohama Chapter. O'Tentosama Lodge:: ·was e:,tabli~hed, ·with its Chapter, July 28, 1894. The Grand Lodge cf Scotland established Star in the East Lodge, September 16, 1879. Then came World War II and Freemasonry was dissolved in Japan. At the conclusion of the war many former members returned to that country and found that the Mason ic buildings had been little damaged. It was learned that as early as 1940 and 194], Freemasons were held and subjected to brutal tortures, the charges being espionage. Many lodge records were discovered in the Yokohama Yacht Club. Hiogo and Osaka Lodge No. 498 was established in 1870, at Kobe, by the Grand Lodge of Scotland, and worked until 1941. Bro. L. M. Tilton, deputy of the General Grand High Priest for Japan, furnishes us with this newspaper article relative to recent Masonic activities in Japan: Freemasonry Rises in East; Japanese Accept Fraternity. Freemasonry was introduced into postwar Japan in 1948-reported in the Tokyo press as being the result of efforts of Gen. Douglas MacArthur-today has a prominent Japanese citizen as the presiding Master of a lodge. Word received by Prospect Lodge A.F.&A.M. of Rosindale, Mass., from one of its members who is in Japan, indicates that Tokyo Masonic lodge No. 125 has just installed its officers for the ensuing year. Takashi Komatsu, president of the Japan American Association at Tokyo, which aims to further the unification of interests between the two nations, was installed as Master. Japanese citizens were permitted to apply for the degrees in this and other lodges for the first time as the prewar Japanese Government frowned on the fraternity. Japanese nationals were not allowed to become Masons before or during the war. Most of the officers and members of lodges now functioning in Japan are nonJapanese who are in that country on business missions or for their own governments. More than a score of Japanese now are members of the lodge and several hold

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office. Mr. Komatsu spent many years in the United States prior to World War H, and was connected with the Nippon Yusen Kaisha shipping lines at its San Francisco office. He speaks English fluently. Ceremonies of installation were public and more than 200 attended the event, including wives, mothers, sisters, and daughters of members. Officers installed include George K. Togasaki, senior warden; George B. Morgulis, junior warden; 'Vinthrop A. Long, treasurer; Alan M. Rudolph, secretary; Eun Lee, chaplain; Raymond Bedillion, marshal; John M. Capron, senior deacon; Gora Murata, junior deacon; Shotaro Asaji, senior steward; Theodore Lasdasky, junior steward; and Charles W. Gibbs, tyler. Visitors included Carlos Rodriguez-Jimenez, past grand Master of Venezuela, and Clifford Kenneth, past grand Master of the Philippines. Tokyo Masonic Lodge is under jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of the Philippines. Another lodge in Tokyo-Sinim Lodge-is under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts and was formerly in Shanghai. A former Roslindale man is acting as chaplain of that lodge-Lawrence M. Tilton, a life member of Prospect Lodge of Roslindale.

MEXICO AND THE YORK GRAND LODGE There are some hopeful signs in Mexico, particularly those relating to the relationship between York and the Mexican Grand Lodges. It takes a long time to let "bygones be bygones" and personal prejudice remains long after the individuals have gone to their reward. In a quarterly circular sent out by Grand Master 'V"ebber of York, in January, 1955, he reported: That while certain progress is being made with regard to better understanding with our Mexican Grand Lodges, no definite and concise result has, as yet, become evident. . . . it was decided that no further time should be lost and that the chairman of the Inter-Visitation Committee should write immediately to each of the lodges with which the inter-visitation agreement, still in effect, so as to comply with the contents of the action taken at our last communication to the effect that Full and Fraternal Relations be established, and representatives be exchanged, after proper ratification by the respective jurisdictions. These letters were addressed to: Grand Lodges: Baja California, Campeche, Chiapas, Cosmos of Chihuahua, GuadauIupe Victoria, Oaxaca, Del Pacifico, Queretero, Sinaloa, Restauracion (Tabasco), TamauIipas, Nuevo Leon, and El Potosi.

The circular said, that while no definite word had been received from the Mexican National Congress as to their action at Tapachula, it was understood that the Congress had passed a resolution that no action of the Congress should be binding on any grand lodge until ratified by the said grand lodge. This will relieve the Congress from claims that it was a "super-grandlodge." Webber intimates in his circular there is a possibility of York Grand Lodge asking to be admitted a member of the Congress. This, undoubtedly, would create a much closer relationship between the Freemasons of Mexico and avoid the reference to York as a "foreign group." Some of our committees on recognition appear to be muchly disturbed over the "chaotic condition of Mexican Masonry." They are unduly alarmed. Freemasonry in Mexico was never in better condition. This attitude was

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caused, no doubt, by the report that the "Intervisitation agreement" had been withdrawn by Grand Lodge Valle de Mexico. As a matter of fact, this was all that Valle de Mexico could do. Several years ago when the Confederation of Mexican Grand Lodges was formed, there was inserted in its constitution that action could not be taken towards recognition of outside groups without unanimous consent. When several Mexican grand lodges permitted visitation, they were accused of violating the constitution of the Confederation; not wishing to be placed in such a position, they withdrew visitation for the time being, and when the Confederation met in 1954, that section of the constitution was changed, and now intervisitation will no doubt be permitted by practically all Mexican grand lodges. Our opinion is that our Mexican brethren acted honorably and for the best interests of the fraternity. Criticism is too easily given by some of our American brethren to situations they know not of. We know many Mexican Freemasons and their leaders will measure up to the standards of U.S.A. Freemasonry. The Proceedings of York Grand Lodge, in several places, refer to "James C. Loshe," which we think should be "Lohse." A letter, written by Lohse, dated 1918, said: You cannot imagine the great pleasure it has given me to know that Friendship Lodge No. 247, where I was made a Mason, still exists . . . and it will be pleasant for all the members to know that the existence of Masonry in this country is due to the efforts of a brother of said lodge, of which I was a member in 1853. (Modest guy? eh?) ... today I am 93 years old. (He can be excused.)

A study of statistics of York Grand Lodge show a gradual decrease in membership; of ten lodges, one is marked "dormant" and another lodge with eight members has but one resident member. Over half the membership (310) is in Mexico City; the only other lodge of any size is at Tampico (127). Of twenty-three initiations, 16 were in Toltec Lodge; five lodges had none.

GUATEMALA IN THE NEWS On Nov. 6, 1954, Freemasons throughout the world were astounded at a press dispatch with a Guatemala City, Guatemala, headline: GUATEMALA ANTI-RED GROUP JAILS MASONIC EX-OFFICIAL

Carlos Bianchi Arenales, former secretary of the Masonic Grand Lodge of Guatemala, was jailed yesterday on orders of the National Committee for Defense Against Communism, a suprajudicial organ. The Grand Lodge has been accused of having Communist sympathies. Grandmaster Miguel Castillo has denied it, hut a rump lodge has been recognized by the government.

It so happened that the XI Masonic National Congress was in session at Tapachula, Chiapas, at the time, and they were much disturbed at this turn of events. Tapachula is not far from Guatemala City by air, and one of Mexico's most distinguished Freemasons, General Eduardo Rincon Gallardo,

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PGM, Valle de Mexico, was sent to Guatemala City at the expense of the Congress to investigate the situation. General Rincon returned and reported to the Congress, still in session, Nov. 20, 1954. In substance he said that Freemasonry International had been confronted with one of its gravest problems in the dissolution of the Grand Lodge of Guatemala, and the imprisonment of its grand secretary, Carlos Bianchi, G. The Inter-American Masonic Congress had issued a "Declaration of Principles" in September, condemning the action of the Guatemalan government on dissolving the grand lodge, referring to the charges against it as without foundation, and stating that it was foolish to impute the charge of communism against Freemasonry which was anything else than communistic. "Freemasonry" it was said, "is incompatible with materialist philosophy, nor is it able to exist in Soviet Russia; that it has always been constant and courageous in the support of democratic principles in all countries, proof of which is to be found in the pages of history." To review history: On July 2, 1954, the government of Guatemala was overthrown by an anti-communist revolution. The government then issued the following edict: Guatemala, Aug. 26, 1954-Considering-That, although a democratic system regulates the government, it should not permit injury to the country and abuse of the liberties and protection which it gives and enforces. Therefore Resolves: To annul Governmental Resolution No. 17 of Dec. 1952, which approved the laws and recognized the judicial personality of the Grand Lodge (Masonic) of Guatemala. Article 2. To dissolve the mentioned grand lodge and leave the constituent lodges in liberty to reorganize, excluding Communist and pro-Communist elements, and to function in accordance with its principles. Alticle 3. This resolution to become effective immediately. This information was immediately relayed to all grand lodges of the world by the "government group," with a statement that The Grand Lodge of Guatemala was immediately reorganized and Masonry in Guatemala is functioning normally. The newly elected Grand Master expresses the hope that the fraternal relations previously existing between the G. L. of Guatemala and your Most Worshipful Grand Lodge will continue. Then another individual (American) sent out a notice, presumably signed by "An official of the United Fruit Company in Guatemala," intimating that the old grand lodge became communist infiltrated by such as Julio Gomez Padilla, Marco Antonio Villemar Contreras, Carlos Gonzalez Orellana, and a number of Spaniards . . . the Communists were able to dominate the lodge, and among other things, issued statements and sent telegrams during the liberation which followed the Red line and the propaganda of the Arbenz government. The other Masonic lodges had been fighting this situation, and a quiet but intensive struggle has been under way for some time. I am told that several affiliates, including the Tiquisata Chapter (?) resigned and withdrew their representatives. Castillo Armas requested Grand Master M. A. Castillo and Grand Secretary Carlos Bianchi to resign. When they refused, he dissolved the grand lodge. Masons are

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extremely bitter about the matter because the Grand Master and Grand Secretary acted completely without authorization. The newspapers this morning report that the lodge will be reactivated with one Jose G. Castaneda as Grand Master and Oscar Paz Pinto as Grand Secretary, as soon as the statutes are again approved. The Masons are subjecting their other lodges to close scrutiny, but it is reported have found additional red infiltration in only one other lodge. But to return to General Rincon's report: He had consulted with Col. Castillo Armas, president of Guatemala on Nov. 19 with the result that the President gave very close attention to what General Rincon had stated to him; the interview was not a formal one but one in which both parties talked with extreme frankness about the situation. They talked for approximately an hour after which the President agreed to the following: (a) The Government would declare the decree of dissolution void, with the exception of only those who were communistic. (b) He would consider the immediate release of Grand Secretary Bianchi and any other Masons who had not committed violations of the law. (c) He would give ample guarantees to the Masonic group under Miguel Angel Castillo permitting them to carryon their normal activities. General Rincon said that it might be pertinent to remark that it had not been easy to secure such an accord, in view of the natural resentment which the President had had against the brethren in question because of their activities as individuals. He said: "I accede with pleasure because I know that Freemasonry's thought is entirely opposed to those things (communism and political activities)." In saying good-bye to Brother Rincon, he ratified the above by stating: "General, please give this embrace to all Freemasons of Mexico and of the Continent as a token of vindication if they consider I have offended them in any manner. That was never my wish." The report of General Rincon was greeted with rounds of applause by the Congress. The applause was deserved because his action in going to Guatemala to meet with the two groups and with the President was an outstanding act, and indirectly will affect all Latin American countries. Undoubtedly, a mistake was made in the beginning when the Grand Lodge appealed to the world to stop the insurrection going on in Guatemala at that time. It was a violation of Masonic principles, but our Latin American brethren are emotional and in this instance let their sympathy get away with their better judgment. There is no Freemason who would believe that a man could be both a Freemason and a Communist. If there were communistic elements in the fraternity, they should have been ousted. We have no doubt that there is a communist element (which must be very small), which has infiltrated into most Masonic grand lodges--but the fraternity itself is not to blame. Just how much the Guatemalan government is going to permit the fraternity to do in that country is yet an unknown ques6on. We do know that when representatives from the new group appeared at the Havana Confer-

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ence, they were not admitted to seats--and this means that the new group has been outlawed by every Grand Lodge in Central and South America. The Guatemalan government is not altogether freed from suspicion, apparently; but it is our belief, from information which comes to us, that some of the "high-ups" in the Freemasonry of that country have been advising the government authorities. We only have to go back a few years to find two groups in the Grand Lodge, one made up of members of the Supreme Council of Central America, and the others of members of symbolic lodges only. We remember that Grand Master Cordona had to use some pretty strong means in handling the 33°rs, and this may have been their way of "getting even," for the Supreme Council has one man in the cabinet who seems to have some influence. There has been much criticism of the Supreme Council in the past by certain of the Central American countries, for it is alleged that the group is under Guatemalan control. Because of this, Costa Rica, one of the better Central American groups, broke away from the Supreme Council several years ago. Apparently, there is nothing to do but sit and wait. Incidentally, Jose O. Castaneda, Grand Secretary General of the Supreme Council of the Scottish Rite is the Grand Master of the Government-formed Grand Lodge; he is the author of a circular sent out in September, 1954, declaring Dr. Cordona, Castillo, Garcia, Bianchi, and others expelled from "the Grand Lodge and Lodges in Guatemala."

IN KOREA Han Yang Lodge No. 1048 continues to carryon in Seoul, Korea, notwithstanding the rapid change in army, navy, and air personnel. Missourians will be interested to learn that Lt. Col. Walter M. McCracken, once stationed at Ft. Leonard Wood, is now in Seoul. From him we receive much recent information. It appears that the well organized Square and Compass Club, known as ]au Succon meets every Monday evening with many brethren in attendance. Organized by brethren in the 5th Air Corps, it has been taken over by the 8th Army personnel. Han Yang lodge had been unable to meet for a time, but held a meeting June 30, 1954-the first since May, 1950; however, the recent meeting was one to be proud of; it was held in a quonset hut and attended by 139 visiting brethren, and seven regular members; by December, seven brethren had been made Master Masons; the secretary's desk was piled high with applications. In December an election was held and officers installed; average attendance is now about 35. The Quartermaster group which has been occupying the Masonic Temple is about to vacate and it is probable that, by this time, the brethren have been enabled to occupy their own building again. While things were at low ebb, there came a demand for another lodge in Seoul; petitions were filed with the Grand Lodge of the Philippines, and a warrant was made out for the new lodge. Actually, one communication of the lodge was held, March 31, 1954. It was to be known as Nan Nun Gok Handa Lodge U.D. and the meeting was held at the Seoul International Airport, then in use by the Air Force. A second meeting followed April 20,

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1954; it was stated that the new lodge was being formed under the presumption Han Yang would give up its charter; but to the surprise of all, six additional members of Han Yang had arrived in Seoul and Nan (etc.) lodge felt that the old lodge should be supported, and it was voted unanimously. Grand Master Schetelig of the Philippines visited Korea, Oct. 15, 1954 to look into the situation; he found two Masonic charities: The Children's Hospital in Pusan, supported by the Pusan Masonic Club; and the Sam Dong Women's Home in Seoul, supported by the Seoul Jau Succon Club. Schetelig denied any attempt to organize a lodge for Korean nationals but expressed his belief that Freemasonry owed it to the Oriental to foster Freemasonry to the extent of admitting them. It is thought this will be done through Han Yang lodge. Such a hope was expressed by General John Hull, then commanding general of the Far East command. But no Korean has ever asked for a petition I The Nan Nun Gok Handa warrant has been returned to the Philippines, to be held until such a time as it may appear Han Yang is about to go out of business.

AUSTRIA HELP NOT WANTED

Last July the Masonic Service Association received a cablegram from Grand Secretary Rappos, of the Grand Lodge Wien (Austria), telling of the great floods and asking for a relief fund of $10,000. Bro. Rappos did not know that the M.S.A. just doesn't have $10,000 laying around unused, and the organization set out to find what could be done. Officials of the M.S.A. at once contacted officials of the U. S. government and it was found that a very large fund was to be advanced for relief of flood victims, and that the small amount which M.S.A. would contribute would be negligible. However, in a letter to Austrian Masonic leaders, it was stated: If the money thus donated is not parceled out to Masonic brethren we stand ready to add our mite to that already given.

You can imagine our surprise when the following letter was received from Grand Master Scheichelbauer of Austria: Your suspicions are not justified and they are insulting. The Grand Lodge of Vienna for Austria renounces therefore any donation.

We doubt very seriously whether the Grand Master has expressed the sentiments of his grand lodge.

ISRAEL We watch with interest the progress of this newly created Grand Lodge sponsored by the Grand Lodge of Scotland. Undoubtedly it was a compromise arrangement in an attempt to set up a legitimate grand lodge. Whether it continues to merit the recognition of world Freemasonry will depend entirely upon the men who constitute it. Dr. Shaoni, active in its formation, was a guest at the Conference of Grand Masters in Washington in February, 1955. He has an idea that some sort of a building should be erected in

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Jerusalem for Masonic purposes-to be built by all the grand lodges. Five new lodges have been added-one at Acre, a historic town of the Crusades; it works in Arabic. A brother living in the Eastern Mediterranean, speaking of Israel, said: The creation of the State of Israel was contrary to all high principles preached by Christianity or Freemasonry; the sufferings of the Arabs, because of this creation, are innumerable in spite of the propaganda on the other side.

GREECE Our brethren in Greece sent out a circular letter to grand lodges in August, 1954; later, when they found it to be a violation of Masonic policy, they very properly withdrew it, showing their desire to continue as a regular organization. The circular had to do with conditions in Cyprus.

ITALY The Grand Orient of Italy added to its recogmtIOns when the Grand Lodge of Arkansas recognized it. It seems to be only a matter of time until all American Grand Lodges decide to do likewise; only nine or ten appear not to extend them recognition. They have not yet received all of the rooms in their headquarters, Palazzo Giustianini, and probably won't as long as the government is in the hands of the Christian Democratic (Vatican) party. Paul Blanchard's volume on Catholicism was translated into Italian and placed on sale but the government forbade its being exhibited on the shelves of libraries. Dr. Publio Cortini appears to be doing a good job in placing his grand lodge "out in front," and he richly deserves all the honors given him. Few know how near Dr. Cortini came to being one of the World War II martyrs.

LUXEMBOURG This is the smallest grand lodge in the world; it exists in a country decidedly Catholic and where the grand lodge cannot publish its list of members without fear of boycott; most of their library was taken over by the Germans in the last war. The first lodge was the Lodge Parfaite Union, working under the Grande Loge Anglaise des Pays-Bas, in 1770; during the Napoleonic period there was established a military lodge "Concorde" later called Les En/ants de la Concorde. A third lodge was Esperanre. The Grand Lodge works in the Modern French Rite. Correspondence should not be carried on with the grand lodge, but through individuals.

PERU In a bulletin issued by Reginald V. Harris of Nova Scotia, it is said: At the Conference of Grand Masters in Washington in 1954, the story (split of two grand lodges) was ventilated to a limited extent hy the Grand Master of the New Party Grand Lodge. A considerable number of Grand Lodges feel that the Old Party Grand Lodge not only observes the Landmarks and other requirements but is the only legitimate Grand Lodge in Peru. Negotiations have been going on during the past five years with a view to the merger of the two Grand Lodges, hut

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they have been blocked by the rivalries of the two Supreme Councils associated with the two grand lodges.

When will these Supreme Councils learn to keep their hands off the business of Grand Lodges?

SAO PAULO We have advised our readers to avoid the schismatic grand lodge in Sao Paulo; the whole situation was discussed at a recent conference of Brazilian grand lodges in Rio de Janeiro in July, 1952; the group recognized the Grande Loja Unida de Sao Paulo, Box 2611, Sao Paulo. Sidney Decide de Avila is the Grand Master; Luis Rosanova is Grand Secretary. The other Grand Lodge bears the name of Grande Loja de Estado de Sao Paulo and Alcides do Valle e Silva is the Grand Master; Jayme Janeiro Rodriguez is Grand Secretary; their address is P.O. Box 8348. The trouble seems to have been brought about when Valle e Silva made a treaty with the Grand Orient of Brazil affecting the sovereignty of the Grand Lodge. Our advicewait.

COSTA RICA Notwithstanding the un Masonic action of the acting Grand Master (Francisco Rodriguez) in assuming authority during the illness of the Grand Master and "reorganizing the grand lodge," recent information is that Rodriguez has been thrown out of the fraternity and that the courts have decided in favor of the old legitimate grand lodge. Both grand lodges bore the same name-Gran Logia de Costa Rica. The post office box had to be changed to Apartado 1052 to insure mail delivery. Enrique Chavez Bolanos is Grand Secretary. Costa Rica has been generally regarded as the outstanding Central American Grand Lodge and it is unfortunate that this incident should have occurred to mar the harmony which has existed there. Its standing may be due, in part, to the influence of the late George F. Bowden, who was one of God's noblemen. A few years ago, Costa Rica withdrew from the Central American Supreme Council 33°, and this created a breach among brethren of the symbolic degrees. Read what we have to say under the heading "Guatemala."

THE BERLIN (GERMANY) SITUATION Our readers may recall that a year ago we called attention to a new Grand Lodge which was in the process of "bornin'" in the city of Berlin; we also referred to charges being made against a very important German Freemason, Dr. Eric Rudiger. We know Rudiger, and we could not believe the charges. Recent events and correspondence prove that our judgment was correct. In the United Grand Lodge of Berlin, a strictly legitimate Grand Lodge, there were seventeen lodges; one was named Spiegel der Wahrheit. This lodge separated from the United Grand Lodge, and dividing itself into tres partes, set up a grand lodge of its own. The ruling factor appeared to be one Fritz Weinmann. To make his grand lodge successful, as he thought, he proceeded to level all sorts of complaints against Dr. Rudiger. A committee was appointed to investigate the complaint, some of whose members were of the Jewish faith. The substance of their report was that

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Dr. Rudiger was not guilty of the charges against him. A part of their report said: The so-called Grand Lodge of Berlin is not a Masonic grand lodge in the strict sense of the word. The name is misleading; it is an incorporated association which is registered at court of Charlottenberg under File No. 66 RV 1840 Nz. This association is composed of ten persons. Weinmann does not belong to it. At a meeting on April 26, 1954, it was unanimously decided to disincorporate. The Investigation Committee appointed by the Grand Lodge Alten Pflichten has ascertained that Weinmann's charges were untrue-that Rudiger was not a Nazi leader, nor has he had communist leanings. There were many other charges but none were proven.

Following all of this, the United Grand Lodge in Berlin, composed of Alten Pflichten and Royal York Grand Lodges, united with the United Grand Lodge of Germany under Dr. Theo. Vogel, Dr. Rudiger being made Deputy Grand Master of the latter Grand Lodge. An American member attended the Grand Lodge communication at Coburg in 1954 and was duly impressed by what he saw: There were about 400 delegates present, and we arrived just as they voted unanimously to accept the V.G.L. of Berlin into membership. . . • I feel that this is a big step forward as the recognized Grand Lodges of Germany are now all combined under the extremely capable Grand Master Vogel.

We have been assured that further consolidations and agreements will be worked out in the next few months; there is the Grande Landes Loge, using the Swedish Rite, and certainly some plan will be worked out where recognition and intervisitation may be accorded. Dr. Vogel has done a great work for Germany and for Freemasonry.

FINLAND The Grand Lodge of Finland held its annual communication in the city of Helsinki, May 3, 1955, electing Toivo Tarjanne, Grand Master, and Waino Sola, Grand Secretary. Headquarters of the Grand Lodge is P. Esplanaadik, 35 E, Helsinki, Finland. According to Finland, only the states of California, Colorado, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Montana, Michigan, Minnesota, (Missouri not listed but recognizes), North Carolina, New York, and Utah. This Grand Lodge deserves recognition. It is recognized by England, Ireland and Scotland, as well as by other grand lodges in Scandinavia (Sweden, Norway and Denmark). There are eight lodges working under this grand lodge; their total membership is 465; the largest lodge is Suomi No. I, in Helsinki; the smallest is Helsinki No.8, with 22 members. There are two Mark Master lodges, and one chapter of Royal Arch Masons, with prospects for additional chapters in the very near future. In 1950 property was acquired by the grand lodge in the center of the city of Helsinki; it was rebuilt into quarters for the Masonic groups and with an adjoining restaurant. As a result of the rebuilding program, interest was revived and the Masonic bodies are prospering as never before.

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ACCUSATIONS AGAINST ARGENTINA UNTRUE In 1953, in our Masonic World, we quoted from statements made by the Grand Lodge Federal Argentino, an irregular group working in Argentina, to the effect that President Peron and General Molina were Freemasons. We did not say they were; we simply said that the irregulars accused them of being such. Our friend and distinguished Argentine brother, Dr. Fabian ansari, writes us fully about the Argentine situation, denying that Peron or the Minister of War are members of the craft. Dr. Onsari says: With regard to the irreligious body known as "G.O.F.A.," this was formed in 1935 by a number of brethren who withdrew from the Grand Lodge of Argentina, as a result of their failure in the attempt to reform the Constitutions of the Order. In this reform they violated the Ancient Landmarks of the Fraternity of Free and Accepted Masons, by suppressing the invocation to the G.A.O.T.U., by eliminating the V.O.T.S.L. and by accepting as Masons men who denied the existence of God and the immortality of the soul. Legitimate and regular Argentine Masonry defended the purity of the principles of the Order, without which Freemasonry would be non-existent. The statement that G.O.F.A. was founded and constituted by Spanish exiles is inexact. A simple comparison of dates proves this. True, G.O.F.A. was formed in 1935, but the Spanish Civil War only broke out in July, 1936. How could G.O.F.A. have been founded by Spanish exiles when the Civil War ended in March, 1939? Maybe this mis-statement has its origin from the fact that during the Spanish Civil War, G.O.F.A. launched a vast and public extra-Masonic propaganda, politically supporting the Spanish Republican Government, and thus assuming that it was a Spanish political organization working in Argentina, as its founders were, for the most part, originally of Spanish nationality. The sympathies of all regular Argentine Masons were unanimously with Spanish Democracy, repudiating the cruelties and excesses of the Civil War; nevertheless, they could not intervene in the affairs of the outside world without violating their Masonic obligations, and were, therefore, limited to expressing their solidarity with the victimized and with their sufferings. The Spanish brethren had the assurance that they did not look in vain for our fraternal support and the solidarity which was their due. As a pertinent illustration we cite the lodge called "Amanecer" (Dawn) which worked under G.O.F.A., founded in 1939 by exiled Spanish Masons. This lodge was dissolved in 1950 through political differences. A number of their members obtained recognition from our Grand Lodge and opened a lodge called "Floridablanca" and registered under the number 399. It was consecrated on the 21st October, 1952, and continues to work regularly today under our jurisdiction. With reference to the accusation made by G.O.F.A. that our Grand Lodge gives political support to the President of the Argentine Nation, General Juan D. Per6n, our Order, in accordance with explicit and definite rulings laid down in Anderson's Constitution, and which are incorporated in the Constitutions of our Grand Lodge, refrains from intervening in all political struggles whatsoever which may take place in our country. This coincides in its entirety with the Masonic regulations of the United States of North America, as is stated in the following declaration: "It further affirms its conviction that it is not only contrary to the fundamental principles of Freemasonry, but exceedingly dangerous to its unity, strength,

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usefulness and welfare for Masonic bodies in their official capacity to take formal action or attempt to exercise pressure or influence for or against any particular legislative project or proposal, or in any way to attempt to procure the election or appointment of government officials, whether executive, legislative or judicial, or to influence them, whether or not members of the Fraternity in the performance of their official duties. The true Freemason should act in civil life according to his individual judgment and the dictates of his conscience." Neither General Juan D. Per6n, President of the Argentine Republic, or General Sosa Molina, Minister of War, belong to this Grand Lodge. This observation on our part in no way implies antagonism towards their persons or political views, because there are a number of Masonic brethren, members of lodges under our jurisdiction, who hold, or have held office in the present government, or hold the same political views as this government. As Freemasons they receive the fraternal affection which is their due respecting their political opinions, just as much as would those having opinions opposed to them. We can truthfully affirm that our Order works without restrictions, protected under its legal rights in accordance with the laws of the nation, and the rights of its members equally respected. Attacks by isolated individuals against our Order carry no weight, be they of governmental origin or not, be they by publications in the press or any other form. Masonry does not nor could attempt to silence them. However, it is gratifying to know that such campaigns have failed to harm the firmly established prestige of our Institution. Finally, the publication in our official Masonic magazine, Simbolo, on the occasion of the death of Senora Eva Per6n and referred to in the report published by "The Masonic World," is the one whose original we accompany with a translation in English. It need only be read to appreciate the fact that it is merely an article published in accordance with the official mourning decreed by our government. We are happy to publish this official statement of the attitude of our regular brethren from the Argentine.

ECHOES OF COUNT CAGLIOSTRO In a French newspaper, France Soir of recent issue, there is a picture story which involves the famous Masonic fakir-Count Cagliostro, who for many years sold Masonic degrees to the nobility of many European countries. The story as translated into English: After a number of adventures through Europe and being drawn into an affair of honor concerning the necklace, the Count and Countess Cagliostro arrived at Rome. They put up first at the Scalinata, a hotel situated at the Place D'Espagne, and then at the Casa Conti, near the Place Farnese. They did not find at Rome the enthusiastic reception which they had received in other cities. Only the nobility affiliated with Masonry received Count Cagliostro well, although the Grand . COPHTE was not a Freemason of the true faith. The Countess Serafina, so-called because she was born Lorenza Feliciani, passed the days at the home of her aged parents at the Vicolo delle Cripte. Little by little the Felicianis made known to Serafina Lorenza their aversion for Balsamo-Cagliostroso, and led their daughter back to the faith (Catholic?). On the 26th of Sept., 1789, the Countess Cagliostro, who had just made several wretched scenes with her husband, signed a petition against Cagliostro, containing certain disclosures indispensable to the repose of her conscience and the health of her soul.

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It was not until the 11th of November that the Cure de Santa-Caterina received her deposition. Sunday the 27th of December, 1789 (the Church of England makes haste slowly) the Pope Pius VI examined in person, along with the Cardinal of Zelada, Secretary of State, and the Cardinals Antonelli, prefect of la Propagande, Pallotta, Prefect of Counsel, and Campanelli, pro-dataire, the dossier of Cagliostro. Le Saint-Pere gave the order for the arrest of the Grand Cophte and the informer, La Grande-Maitresse Serafina Lorenza at the convent of Sainte-Appollonie du Transtevere. Jan. 2, 1790, a newspaper of Rome announced "On Sunday evening, Ie Sieur Joseph Balsamo, a personage of wide and strange renown, having traveled through Europe under the name of Count Cagliostro, was arrested by virtue of high order, by a group of guards and taken by coach to the fortress of Chateau Saint-Ange. "He is charged with having held secret assemblies in the lodges of Freemasons, which are sternly proscribed by a papal bull of Benoit XIV, and that, in these assemblies, he tried to introduce by means of superstitious ceremonies, the spirit of the sect of the Illuminati (visionaries) of England and Holland. "They have found in Cagliostro's papers a prophecy which states that Pius VI will be the last Pope and that his estates will be confiscated by the Anglican Church," written to his minister the cardinal of Bemis, ambassador of France after Saint-Siege. Prosecuted by the Holy Office for belonging to Freemasonry, a heretic organization in matters of faith and an offense to the common good, Cagliostro admits without hesitancy to the name Balsamo, and agrees in addition, to the reproach of lewdness of subject and of gestures, and to have professed to false dogma in matters of love, as for example, to have given token to his wife in the beginning of their union, that adultery without love committed with the full agreement of the husband and wife, and solely for selfish reasons (profit) was not reprehensible. After thirty-three meetings, in which he defended himself with ability but without confidence, Cagliostro was condemned to die the 7th of April, 1791, a punishment immediately commuted by the Pope to life imprisonment in a fortress. On the 4th of May, the instruments, rituals and insignias of the sect of Cagliostro were burned by the executioner in the Place Minerva, in the presence of a crowd amused by the spectacle, and who applauded.

CANADA Canada in Ontario: The Grand Master was Joseph Alonzo Hearn, whom many of our readers will recall presiding over the conference of Grand Masters. In his address he reported gifts to the Canadian Red Cross, institute for the blind, and Salvation Army, amounting- to $3,500.00. He reported an annual pilgrimag-e to the grave of the first Grand Master, William Mercer Wilson. One of his problems was as to the proper procedure to be followed in the installation of a Master and the investiture of other officers of a lodge. He had a problem of discipline which involved too much humor in preparing- a candidate for the ceremony of initiation; he ordered a re-initiation of the candidate. Just why the candidate should have been penalized we cannot understand. Another instance-where a candidate had presented himself for initiation, it was found he had been suspended in a former lodge because his check had been returned marked insufficient funds. The initiation was declared null and void. Fifty year medals were presented to 238 members, and eighteen sixty-year medals were presented. The membership ,,",'as reported as 128,352 for the year 1953.

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An appeal was up from a lodge against a brother who had, by his own admission, been found guilty of four charges involving breach of the Canadian customs act; the Grand Lodge expelled him. A brother who had obtained money under false pretenses had been tried and given a suspension term of three years, found himself expelled by the Grand Lodge. A new history of the Grand Lodge is ready for printing and it is hoped to have it ready for issuance during the current year. By the time this story appears in print the centennial will have been observed, one feature of which was the serving of a dinner to three thousand people. No Grand Lodges were extended recognition "in view of the unsettled conditions existing in the areas in which these Grand Lodges are situated." New Brunswick: Ralph Titus Pearson was Grand Master in 1953-54, during which time the membership stood at 8,855, an increase of 203 members. An attempt to establish a Masonic Home in New Brunswick was made, but action is to be deferred until the next annual communication. Nova Scotia: Dr. Jephtha S. Munro is Grand Master for 1954-55. At a church service during Grand Lodge a collection of $307.00 was taken up, which we presume was turned over to the church. On December 31, 1953, the membership was 14,138, a gain of 254; there are 25 lodges. The rank of Past Grand Master was conferred upon Lord Elgin, and he was presented with the Grand Lodge medallion. This Grand Lodge has a loan fund of $25,000.00, which is ear-marked for investment in mortgages to secure loans to lodges which are planning erection of new buildings. Loans will be made to lodges, after proper appraisal, at not more than 50% of the appraised value, and not to exceed $5,000.00; the lodge is required to invest an equal amount in the property and the loan is to be repaid in not less than fifteen years; fire insurance must be carried. The Grand Lodge of Israel and the United Grand Lodge of Germany were recognized; action was postponed on the Grand Lodge of Peru pending further information; the Grand Lodge of France was denied. The Grand Lodge is considering an amendment to their constitution which would require three or more black balls to reject a petitioner. Prince Edward Island: Douglas G. MacLaren was Grand Master 1953-54. A native of Prince Edward Island, he is branch manager of a construction company. During the Grand Master's visit to Zetland Lodge a crest was presented it by one of its members, Brother Hubert Rogers, who is an artist of high repute and who during the Victory Loan Campaign in 1914-18, designed and painted the crest used by the government in their fund raising campaign. Membership of this Grand Lodge is 1,347, an increase of 14 members, for the period ending April 30, 1953. The Board of General Purposes purchased some new regalia for the Grand Officers to "give the proper dignity and appearance to Grand Officers," and recommended that officers thereafter wear dark clothes. Last year the committee on recognition recognized Argentina, Iceland, Finland, Colombia in Bogota, and recommended that China, the United Grand Lodge of Germany, and the Grand Lodge of Italy should be given further consideration. It practically denied recognition of China, it being

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questionable whether recognition would be helpful. It was later decided to recognize the United Grand Lodge of Germany, following a meeting of the All-Canada conference; the Grand Lodge of Vienna for Austria was recognized; further consideration is to be given Panama and Peru. Quebec: On December 31, 1953, Quebec reported a membership of 17,632, a net decrease of 58, yet a very fine record for a Grand Lodge which exists in a province unfavorable to Freemasonry. A committee which studied the effect of large lodge membership predicated their report upon the belief that the initiating of members was not the primary function of Freemasonry, but more important was the absorption of the truths, the development of intimate friendships and the creation of real fraternal spirit. We are inclined to lose sight of the applicant as a person, and he becomes nothing more than a ledger sheet in the secretary's office. It was the belief of the committee that too many meetings were being held, forcing attendance of officers and members burdensome. Such lodges were so occupied with degree work that they lost track of the most important phase of Masonic work. It was said that 500 Masons in one lodge select one from their number each year as Master, whereas the same 500 Masons divided among four lodges would select four Masters a year. It was found that the large groups had a less proportion of attendance to membership, and the largest average number of suspensions. They recommended that no lodge should initiate more than 10 petitioners a year. An amendment which would have limited the number of candidates failed to pass. The Grand Lodge of Greece was recognized, but all other Grand Lodges applying for recognition were held in abeyance. Saskatchewan: Russell E. Partridge, native of Saskatchewan, served as Grand Master 1954-55; he appears to be an outstanding business man of that jurisdiction. He ruled that matters pertaining to the Order of DeMolay were not Masonic business and should not be brought before the lodge. He disapproved the action of a lodge which advanced its meeting thirty minutes in order to enable the brethren to wind up their meeting in time to attend a hockey game. He ruled that the ballot taken on the application of a candidate at that time was illegal. The Grand Lodge raised the sum of $10,614.87 by voluntary contribution to a Masonic University Fund, which would provide furnishings for a lounge room in the Memorial Union Building on the campus of the University of Saskatchewan. The Grand Chaplain of the Grand Lodge is Bishop E. H. Knowles. It was discovered that many lodges were using initiation fees to pay current expenses; they were told that the present period of continued increased revenue should provide them with an opportunity for building up their reserves. The committee on recognition postponed action on Piaui, El Potosi, Tamaulipas, both Grand Lodges in Italy, and Vienna for Austria; Bahia was deferred pending receipt of further information; Sao Paulo was refused, as was the Grand Lodge of Berlin; application of Israel was granted. A special committee on Masonic history is attempting to secure histories of the various Masonic lodges, and have been sending out suggested topics. The net gain for the year was 218; the membership on February 28, 1954, was 17,419 in 204 lodges.

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PIDLIPPINE ISLANDS Things are quiet, Masonically at least, in the Philippines. There is a new (to us) Grand Lodge, known as the Gran Logia de La RepubLica FiLipina established under the auspices of a spurious Supreme Council of the Scottish Rite. They claim recognition of certain grand lodges, but all of these which we have contacted deny any relationship with this group. The regular Grand Lodge is that of which Mauro Baradi is Grand Secretary and located at 520 San Marcelino, Plaridel Temple, Manila. The Grand Master was Werner P. Schetelig in 1954-55. We in Missouri are particularly interested in this Grand Lodge because of the visitation of its officers to the Grand Lodge of Missouri, Antonio Gonzalez, the Grand Secretary, Primo 1. Guzman, the present Junior Grand Deacon, and we note the absence of Eduardo R. Tan Kiang, who for many years served as Grand Treasurer. The outgoing Grand Master was Mauro Baradi, well known to American Freemasons. In his address he referred to General Emilio Aguinaldo, Manuel L. Quezon, and Manuel A. Roxas, all Freemasons and former Presidents of the Republic. He referred to the new President Magsaysay, who, in his inaugural speech in 1953, singled out four outstanding Filipinos, all Freemasons and all worthy of emulation. They were RizaL, deL PiLar, Bonifacio, and Mabini. The death of the first Grand Master, Dr. Harry Eugene Stafford, was noted; his death occurred February 27, 1954, at the age of eighty-five. The Grand Master has appointed Deputies in Japan and Guam, as a result of increased Masonic activities in those areas. During his administration he constituted Sendai Lodge No. 135 in Japan, and gave dispensations to Nippon Lodge and Aomori Lodge in Japan, and to Nan Nun Gok Handa Lodge in Korea. He visited Okinawa Lodge No. 118, where he was received by the Chief of Staff (Brother Wuest, a Freemason) of the U. S. Forces in Okinawa. He visited Far East Lodge No. 124, in Yokohama, then journeyed north to Sendai, where he constituted Sendai Lodge No. 135. He made a joint visitation to Yokosuka Naval Lodge No. 120, Far East Lodge No. 124, Tokyo Lodge No. 125, Moriahyama Lodge No. 134, and Square and Compass Lodge No. 126. The meeting was held at the Masonic temple in Tokyo. The eleven lodges in Japan represent 1,622 members. Two of the Japanese lodges have found permanent residences; one lodge is all life membership. The first Japanese to be made a Freemason was Tamotsu l\Jurayama, raised in Tokyo Lodge No. 125. At the request of Japanese lodges, a District Lodge was formed in Japan, and in 1953 a translation of the ritual into Japanese was authorized. The Grand Master appointed Antonio Gonzalez to visit Guam, where they were entertained at the residence of Brother Ford Elvidge, Governor of Guam. The school problem continues to trouble the Grand Lodge, as it does in every country in which there is Roman Catholic domination. Charges have been preferred against officials of the government who are Freemasons, but following a trial which lasted eight days they were released from further persecution.

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The Philippines claim to be the largest Grand Lodge in Asia, and the largest Grand Lodge in the world in point of area. Brother Baradi visited the United States during his term of office and recounts his visitations to various sections of our country. There are now 9,811 Freemasons in the Philippines, a gain of 731 for the year. The Grand Lodge has two lodges working in China-Amith No. 106 at Shanghai, and Nanking U.D. at Nanking. There are other lodges existing in China working under other jurisdictions and serving under a District Grand Lodge. Our Filipino brethren thought it wise to appoint a District Grand Master, representing their Grand Lodge in the same territory. The number of Master Masons in China was estimated at 400. American brethren who know Mauro Baradi will be interested in an incident which occurred immediately following his return from the U. S. A.: "On the very night of his return from abroad he had to attend a dinner of Asoka Conclave Red Cross of Constantine. He was tired and worn out. Exhausted as he was, still he gathered strength enough to start his speech. A few minutes more and then he became pale; he was weakening, he was trembling; he tried to coordinate but became more weak, and in his spasm he was still able to utter, full of emotion, these words: 'My trip . . . my trip . . . Tony, Tony . . . I thank you from the bottom of my heart I thank.' And but for his will-power he would have collapsed."

The Grand Lodge decided to confer the degree of Past Master on all those who had been elected and installed; this was done during the annual communication. On Wednesday, April 28, 1954, the Grand Lodge made a pilgrimage to the Rizal monument, at Luneta. Grand Secretary Gonzalez acted as Master of Ceremonies. Brother Camilo Osias delivered a great tribute to this Filipino hero. The name of the Grand Lodge has been changed to the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of the Philippines. One of the features of the annual communication was an address by Brother Tamotso Murayama, who happened to be in the Philippines as Deputy Chief of the Japanese Boy Scout Contingent to the first National Jamboree of the Boy Scouts of the Philippines; he was aide to Chief Scout ATichiharu Mishima, who was also a Freemason. In his address he said: "It is our duty to serve silently to strengthen the foundation of this fraternity ill Japan. Due to anti-Masonic campaign or Masono-phobia advanced by Japanese militarists and Catholics, there is a great deal of misunderstanding in the minds of Japanese people toward the fraternity. When I realize how much our Filipino brothers had to fight for the fraternity, our Masonic history in Japan is just in an embryonic stage. 'Ve need your constant encouragement."

AUSTRALASIA New Zealand: The first Grand Master of New Zealand was Henry Thomson, who held the office in 1890 and again in 1891. Upon his death in 1903, the Grand Lodge erected a memorial stone in the cemetery at Christchurch. After standing fifty years, the stone required a rebuilding of the inscription, which has heen done.

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The Grand Lodge recognized the Grand Lodge of Vienna, for Austria. Following the English custom, they established the Grand Master's Order of Service to Masonry. This year the award was given to John W. Jackson, aged seventy-nine, initiated in 1926. A committee on Masonic Homes reported that the number of children in orphanages has steadily declined from 2,790 in 1944 to 1,949 in 1952, and it referred to an English Parliament investiga· tion which showed"The best way of dealing with normal healthy orphans is by way of adoption, but if this is not practicable, then by the boarding-out system whereby the child is reared in the atmosphere of a normal family home."

Membership of the craft as of June 30, 1953, was 40,954; this represented a gain of 1,160. Lodges of Research on the Islands were granted subsidy of $600.00. The 8th Australasian Masonic Conference was to have been held in New Zealand and it was to have been held the week prior to the annual communication. Thirty-eight Masonic scholarships were granted, ranging from $100.00 to $300.00. The Grand Lodge is attempting to carry out a building program for Grand Lodge quarters. Among the list of Past Grand Masters we note Admiral of the Fleet Earl Jellicoe (1922); General Sir Charles Fergusson (1925); Right Honorable Viscount Bledisloe (1930); Right Honorable Viscount Galway (1936); Marshal of the Royal Air Force, Lord Newall (1944). Queensland: The Grand Master of Queensland is the well known brother, The Honorable Mr. Justice B. H. Matthews. The membership on December 31, 1953, was 32,709, an increase of approximately 1,000 members. The Grand Treasurer, addressing the Grand Lodge, expressed the belief that Freemasonry should be a force in a community; he wanted to know whether it wasn't possible to appear at church services in the regalia of the fraternity; he thought a special committee should go into the question of erection of new temples, and that an assessment should be made for this purpose. He was informed by the Grand Master that attendance in regalia at church services might be cause for dissatisfaction on the part of the regular members of the congregation; he also thought the regalia was something to wear at a Masonic function in a Masonic temple, that wearing it on other occasions would cheapen Freemasonry and would hold the fraternity up to ridicule. They received a letter from Grand Secretary \Vhite, of England, in regard to the Weinmann Grand Lodge in Berlin, which said: "We would not consider extending recognition to this particular body at the present time, . . . and we anticipate that the majority of lodges in Berlin will eventually transfer to the United Grand Lodge of Germany at Frankfurt."

He also adds that the United Grand Lodge has been formed by a majority of the lodges in the Western Zone, that it is on a very sound basis, under excellent leadership, and "we have under active consideration the question of granting recognition to it." Members of lodges in Brisbane are having considerable trouble finding adequate space for their meetings. In one temple the lodge hall is booked for every available working night; some lodges are compelled to meet in churches, public halls, and in some undesirable spots. Particularly absent are facilities for social functions, so much so that the

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development of Freemasonry is being hindered. The Board of General Purposes proposed erection of a new temple, and while there was some dissatisfaction, nevertheless the motion was carried and the building will be constructed. South Australia: Membership of the Grand Lodge of South Australia, December 31, 1953, was 23,495, representing a gain of more than 700 members. The jurisdiction has 186 lodges. The Grand Master is The Honorable Geoffrey Reed. Fraternal relationship was established with the Grand Lodges of Finland, Greece and Vienna for Austria. The Grand Lodge has a war relief fund, established in 1940, and it is paying annuities aggregating approximately $1,500.00 per annum. Several Masonic scholarships are being awarded to children between the ages of ten and eighteen. The foundation of a new Masonic temple was laid at Kingston, where, through the generosity of Brothers A. and N. Brasheer, a block of ground was given as a site for the lodge building. The labor necessary for its erection was provided by brethren of the lodge, who work week ends and holidays. Tasmania: On December 31, 1953, the membership of this Grand Lodge was 7,757, an increase of 143 for a six month period. In the Grand Master's address we learn that His Excellency, Brother Sir Ronald Cross, Governor of Tasmania, has joined the fraternity by initiation in Lodge Fidelity No. 63. The Pro-Grand Master, Brother F. J. Carter, received the congratulations of his brethren on his being appointed by the government as Under Secretary of State and being made State Director for the Royal Tour of Queen Elizabeth, for which service the Queen created him Commander of the Most Distinguished Order of St. Matthew and St. George. Victoria: The Grand Master is His Excellency General Sir Dallas Brooks. The membership on June 30, 1953, was 103,776, in 730 lodges. This Grand Lodge doubled its membership in eighteen years. The proceedings carry the name of R. R. Kreeger as their representative in Missouri; Brother Kreeger has been dead, 10, these many years. Western Australia: In Western Australia there is a Grand Lodge, but there is also a District Grand Lodge working under the Grand Lodge of Scotland. We note the reception of the District Grand Master in the Grand Lodge of ''''estern Australia. Recognition was withdrawn from the Grand Lodge of Liberia, the reason for which is not apparent, although it was stated "in doing so we will align ourselves with the United Grand Lodge of England and the other Australian Grand Lodges." The question of the Eastern Star and Co-Masonry was brought to the attention of Grand Lodge by the Board of General Purposes. It was stated: "The Australasian Masonic Conference held in 1928, made a recommendation to the Grand Lodges of Australia that no Freemason be permitted to attend any meeting of, or be a member of, the Order of the Eastern Star, and that no meetingof that Order be permitted in any lodge room. That recommendation was adopted in 1929. It is well known that branches of the Order are established in this State. . . . In addition there is a body known as Co-Masonry, which admits women as well as men to membership. According to the original plan of Freemasonry no

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woman can be a Freemason. Every brother is pledged to discountenance all dissenters from the original plan of Freemasonry, and it is not within the power of any man to make innovations in the body of Masonry."

To which the Grand Master added: "I would like to say that this is not a new policy in Freemasonry. It simply recognizes what has been the practice hitherto."

In Australia raffies may not be conducted without the approval of the Lotteries Commission, and while substantial sums have been raised for charitable purposes, the Grand Master felt-"commendable as the object may be, I suggest that in such cases the end does not justify the means." Membership on December 31, 1953, was 20,681, an increase of 633.

CHINESE BORN MASTER The metropolitan press, as a rule, gives little space to Freemasons, or to things Masonic. And so when we read in the New York World Telegram (Dec. 30, 1954), the story of a Chinese Master of a Masonic Lodge, written by Robert H. Prall, we stop and examine it carefully. This type of publicity is favorable to the fraternity although some religious fanatics might take exception to the admittance of a follower of Confucius. A Chinese-born art dealer who was elected by his brothers to the honored office of Master of a Masonic lodge has focused public interest on the basic concepts of FreemasQnry and its belief in the brotherhood Qf man. Sang Mun Hoe, 56, a dealer in Chinese art at 24 E. 55th St., will be installed tonight as l\Jaster of Adelphi Lodge No. 23, the first Chinese-born member ever to achieve that honor in the United States. Mr. Hoe, a naturalized American, is a Confucian. And since Confucius believed, as Mr. Hoe does, in a Supreme Being, Qf God, Mr. Hoe was eligible for membership when he first applied to the fraternal order nine years ago. APPLIED AS MEMBER

No one has ever been asked to become a Mason. A man has to apply himself. George Washington and other Presidents did. Mr. Hoe did. All the Masonic order asks of a potential member is: "Do you believe in God?" and in some lodges, "Do you believe in immortality?" When Mr. Hoe was accepted as a member, he was accepted not as a Confucian but rather as a man worthy to be received into the order. He could have been a Christian or a Jew, a Buddhist or a Moslem. On the grand seal of the Grand Lodge in Israel are emblazoned the Star of David, the Cross and the Crescent. The Jew, the Christian and the Moslem are viewed alike. STRESSES TOLERANCE

The Masonic order does not assert and does not teach that one religion is as good as another, just because it admits men of all religions. As one leading Mason explained it: "Freemasonry is a completely tolerant organization. 'Ve stand for the values that are supreme in the life of the church and we are sure that he who is true to the principles he learns in Freemasonry will be a better church member because of it. Rightly conceived, it will enhance every worthy loyalty in a man's life." Freemasonry is not in conflict with any religion. However, there have heen Papal pronouncements disapproving of the order hecause it is a secret society.

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Freemasonry is anti-Communist on the avowed grounds that Communism is repugnant to the Masonic conception of the dignity of the individual's personality and destructive of the basic rights which it holds to be the divine heritage of all men. It has been said that "the Church takes a bad man and makes him good, whereas the Masons take a good man and make him better." A candidate undergoes close scrutiny and investigation before he is found acceptable by the order. HIGH MORAL CODE

A candidate must have a code of high morality, a desire to treat his fellow man squarely and an understanding that all men are of the same family with the same Father and therefore all brothers. Therein lies Freemasonry's concept of the universality of man. Once accepted (by unanimous vote of the lodge members) a Mason may, through service and learning of rituals of the order, progress through three degrees until he becomes a Master Mason. Then there are extensions of Freemasonry known as the Scottish Rite and the York Rite, the principal difference being that in the latter Masons believe in the divinity of Jesus Christ. 16,000 u.s. LODGES Today there are 16,000 :Masonic lodges in the United States and about that number in other parts of the world. World membership is listed at 5,500,000 of which 4,000,000 are in this country, 300,000 in New York State, and 160,000 in the New York metropolitan area. The order's history goes back to the stone masons in the British Isles in the Middle Ages and its traditional history to the time of King Solomon. It is a charitable, benevolent, educational, nonsectarian, nonpolitical organization with no benefits or insurance provisions for its members. And like George Washington, Mr. Hoe said today he was very proud to be a Mason.

CONDITIONS IN VIRGIN ISLANDS While the Virgin Islands are U.S.A. territory, we hear little of it Masonically. One of the writers in the "History of Freemasonry in the Western Hemisphere" writes: Anent Panama: Thistle Lodge No. 1013, at Colon, was erected by Scotland so that negroes working in the Canal Zone might enjoy Masonic fellowship. Harmonic Lodge No. 365, at St. Thomas, U. S. Virgin Islands, owns its own temple; when American Freemasons, in the American forces, established a consistory of the Scottish Rite under the jurisdiction of the Southern branch of the Rite in the States, it asked permission to hold its meetings in the hall of Harmonic lodge. The lodge agreed to this, provided the new consistory would admit the negro members of the lodge. The request was refused, so the lodge refused to permit the consistory to occupy their building. And about other matters in the Caribbean, we have this: About Puerto Rico: a schism developed in the grand lodge there some two years ago, and it still exists. I have a long document in Spanish concerning it, but have no translation of it. There is a negro bogus lodge operating there; and also a bogus Caucasian lodge. SHRINE

(COLORED) IN THE NEWS

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showed a man in a shrine fez presenting a check, we examined it carefully and found: A cancer research grant of $15,600 is made to Homer G. Phillips Hospital by the Ancient Egyptian Arabic Order of Nobles of the Mystic Shrine, which made two similar grants previously.

The Egyptians represent the colored Shriners. ENGLISH MASONS MEMORIAL WINDOW

Freemasons of the Province of Kent, England, unveiled a Memorial Window in Canterbury Cathedral, July 25, 1954; it commemorates the Masonic connection of several rulers of England. Many grand officers participated in the unveiling, including Lord and Lady Cornwallis. A news item said: The window which has been set up in the north-west transept, known as the Martyrdom. in commemoration of the slaying there, in 1170, of Thomas A'Beckett, the Archbishop of Canterbury, under Henry II, replaces a window which was shattered by bombs during the last War. Measuring 25 by 12 ft., it is designed as a Royal Window and commemorates in almost life-size portraits of the Royal Family, set in niches, the Coronation in 1937, of the late King George VI, and that in 1953, of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. She figures twice in the design, first as Princess Elizabeth at the Coronation of her father, and as Queen after her own Coronation, in full regalia. The separate Coronation scenes are in two rows of four lights, underneath the Annunciation scene, which is surmounted by the Royal Arms. The Queen is shown with Prince Charles, at her side, and in another light, on her left, is seen the Duke of Edinburgh, with Princess Anne. The design is the skilled work of Sir Ninian Compel', who has won much renown for similar work, in many churches and cathedrals, and who on 10th June last, attained his 90th year. Its total cost of over £3.000 has been entirely defrayed by the Freemasons of Kent, who have desired to make it their own commemoration of Coronation Year, as a further gift to the Mother Church of England. At the close of Evensong, conducted by the Dean and Canons Residentiary, and which began with the singing of two verses of the National Anthem, and following an Anthem by the Choir "Zadok the priest and Nathan the prophet, anointed Solomon king. And all the people rejoiced, and said, God save the king, Long live the king, May the king live for ever." set to music by Handel (1685-1759). a Hymn was sung by the congregation. During the singing, the Dean and Canons Residentiary, accompanied the Lord Lieutenant, R.'V. Bro. Lord Cornwallis, with the Mayor of Canterbury and the Sheriff of Canterbury, on their way to the "Martyrdom" for the unveiling. The Hymn ended, the Dean invited Lord Cornwallis, as Lord Lieutenant to unveil the window and in doing so, Lord Cornwallis formally declared "I unveil this window and, on behalf of the Freemasons of Kent, I ask you, Mr. Dean, to accept it in commemoration of the reign of King George the Sixth and the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth the Second." to which the Dean of Canterbury made reply: "On behalf of the Dean and Chapter I accept this generous gift for the enrichment of the Cathedral." Thereupon the Dean dedicated the window, to the Glory of God and in thanksgiving "for the reign of King George the Sixth and the Coronation of our Gracious Sovereign Lady Queen Elizabeth:' After the Dedication, and while the Procession returned to their places, the ever moving singing of the "Old Hundredth" "Now thank we all our God . .." took place, followed by Prayers, in remembrance of the late King George VI and for the Queen and the Royal Family, ending with the Benediction.

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PRESIDENT EISENHOWER AND FREEMASONS While President Eisenhower is not a Freemason, several of his brothers have received Masonic degrees. With this in mind, it is a matter of interest to know of a breakfast given in his honor during the recent Conference of Grand Masters, at which leading members of the Masonic Fraternity and high officials of the government were in attendance. But let a news dispatch tell the story: Washington, Feb. 24.-President Eisenhower told the leaders of Free Masonry today that their participation in fraternal work "is setting an example for all of us and is proving the Communist way of life to be in error." Mr. Eisenhower spoke at a breakfast at which Frank S. Land of Kansas City was host. Land, imperial potentate of the Shrine and founder of the Order of De Molay, introduced the President. Also present were several members of the cabinet, four members of the Supreme court, the White House staff and many members of Congress. EXAMPLE OF BROTHERHOOD

"I feel a distinct sense of pride in appearing before this group which takes on its own shoulders the care and welfare of the unfortunate," Mr. Eisenhower said. "This group, by action recognizes the responsibilities of brotherhood by helping one another." The President said the government has a function for all citizens but the powers and authority of the central government are necessarily limited and responsibilities fall on individuals and groups to carryon humanitarian work. The privileges of American citizens are indeed priceless, Mr. Eisenhower noted and it is up to individuals to maintain these rights and to attack these great group problems confronting the country today. In introducing the President, Land said it was one of the glories of America that it always produced a great leader in a crisis and Mr. Eisenhower exemplified the highest traditions of a distinguished soldier and statesman. RECEPTION WAS LIKED

Mr. Eisenhower told of the appreciation he had for the warm reception given him and said, "When I entered this room and heard the band play 'The Battle Hymn of the Republic,' I swear that even at my age I felt like going out and seeing a recruiting officer." Secretary 'Wilson of the Defense department also made a few brief remarks. A light moment in the festivities came when T. Coleman Andrews, director of the internal revenue service, was introduced. There was a chorus of jocular boos, after which Andrews received a big ovation in which the President joined. The breakfast at which 1,150 attended in the presidential room of the Statler hotel was a climax to a meeting this week of the grand masters of the grand lodges of Free and Accepted Masons of North America. Today, the supreme council of the Order of DeMolay begins its annual meeting here. Senator Knowland (R-Calif.) will speak at a dinner tonight. Among those at the head table at the breakfast this morning were Chief Justice Warren, Justice Clark, Justice Reed, Justice Burton, Secretary Humphrey of the Treasury, Admiral Lewis Strauss, chairman of the Atomic Energy commission, Attorney General Brownell, Robert B. Anderson, deputy secretary of defense, Charles S. Thomas, secretary of the navy, Robert T. Stevens, secretary of the army, Harold Talbott, secretary of the air force, Senator Knowland, Senator Carlson

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(R-Kas.), Sherman Adams, assistant to the President, Bernard Shanley, appointment secretary to the President and Jeffrey P. Hillelson, executive assistant to Arthur Summerfield, postmaster general. Also present were Senator Symington (D-Mo.), Senator Schoeppel (R-Kas.), Harry Darby, Kansas City, Kansas, Representative Richard Bolling (D-Mo.), and Stanley Fike, administrative assistant to Senator Symington.

IN MISSOURI A MISSOURI-KANSAS LODGE CENTENNIAL

A newspaper account, July 31, 1954, announced the observance of a centennial of Wyandotte Lodge No.3, Kansas City, Kansas. This lodge was originally chartered by the Grand Lodge of Missouri in 1855 as Kansas Lodge No. 153, having worked under dispensation from August 4, 1854; when the G.L. of Kansas was formed it took a Kansas Charter as Wyandotte Lodge No.3. The news article said: Kansas City, Kan., July 31-The oldest Masonic Lodge in Kansas will celebrate its one hundredth anniversary, when Wyandotte Lodge No.3, A. F. and A. M., will be host to all Master Masons and their families in day long activities here Aug. II. Open house will be held in the lodge rooms at 728 Minnesota avenue all day. There will be a stage show, consisting of ten acts of professional talent in airconditioned Memorial Hall beginning at 2 p. m. Dinner will be served at 6 p. m. in the Scottish Rite temple and a tiled meeting will be held that evening in the Memorial building. Speakers during the evening will be Governor Ed Arn, Congressman Evrett Scrivner, and Mayor Clark Tucker of Kansas City. Harry York, a past master of the lodge, will relate highlights in ·Wyandotte's 100 years of activity. The principal address will be given by John Abernathy, past grand master, of Oklahoma. DEATH OF FORMER MISSOURIAN

Oscar Elwood Anderson, past grand master of the Grand Lodge of Wyoming and also past grand commander of the Knights Templer, died at his home in Gillette, Wyoming, May 18, 1895. Anderson was initiated in Twilight Lodge No. 114, Columbia, Mo.; he was a law graduate of the University of Missouri. MISSOURIAN HONORED IN UTAH

It was Shakespeare who said: The evil that men do, lives after them; The good is oft interred with their bones.

These words of Shakespeare are not appropriate to the life of Daniel Cowan Jackling who founded the great Utah Copper Company, for the state of his adoption recently completed and dedicated a heroic statue of this outstanding citizen, whose life has been so closely interwoven with that of the State of Utah. The statue was unveiled at special ceremonies held in the rotunda of the capitol, August 14, 1954, a date which marks the birthdate of Mr. .Tackling,

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and the 50th anniversary of the first shipment of ore to the original Copperton mill. Mr. Jackling celebrated his 85th birthday on the day of the unveiling. The sculptor, Dr. Avard Fairbanks, spoke briefly at the ceremony which was attended by Charles R. Cox, president of the Kennecott Copper Corporation, Dr. J. E. Wallace of Stanford University, J. Reuben Clark, counselor of the L.D.S. Church, and John Charles Thomas, who sang "Danny Boy" with special lyrics written by Mrs. Thomas honoring Mr. Jackling. A memorial plaque attached to the statue says: World renowned mining and metallurgical engineer, eminent business executive, benefactor and loyal friend of Utah and its people. Guided by an inspired vision, he applied and developed processes for the beneficiation of low-grade porphyritic ores and originated copper mining methods, revolutionary in character and on a scale never before attempted, resul ting in the production world·wide of new wealth in the form of precious metals, copper and other essential minerals in quantities never before attained in the history of man. . . .

Daniel C. ]ackling

The statue required more than a year to complete; it is one and one-fourth life size, nine feet high, and weighs 2,000 pounds; 86 per cent of the bronze casting is composed of copper from the Bingham mine of Utah Copper Co. And now a word about the MAN. He spent a year at the Warrensburg State Normal School in Missouri but was inspired by a graduate of the Missouri School of Mines at Rolla, Mo. to take up an engineering course; he had saved enough, working as a farm-hand, for his first year at the Normal school and one year at Rolla; he found the second and third years "pretty tough sledding" financially, but managed to work and pay for the completion of his education; during his third year he was made assistant to the professor of chemistry and metallurgy; in 1892, when the professor died, he was placed in charge of the department. His salary as an assistant had been $40-$50 per month. During the Christmas holidays in 1893 he packed his belongings in a cardboard suit case and set out for the Cripple Creek district, and from that time on he was never without employment. . In a letter to the editor of the Royal Arch Mason, Brother Jackling says of this honor which had just come to him:

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The tribute being paid my person and accomplishments by the Sons of Utah Pioneers, and the leading citizens of the State of Utah is, without question, the greatest honor I ever have or shall receive. But he is more than humble, for he adds: but if I had not been the fortunate one to receive the potentialities, some other would have done so without much delay. We have said little as to his Masonic connections; our records show that he was Master of Rocky Mountain Lodge No.1 I, in 1899; he is at present a life member of Utah Chapter No.1, Royal Arch Masons and the Grand Chapter of that state is very proud of their Grand Chapter jewels donated by Companion Jackling. He was created a member in Utah Commandery No.1, Knights Templar, and on July I, 1954, was made a life member. Our companion was born at Appleton City, Missouri. He is now a resident of San Francisco, California. Freemasonry is proud to include among its roster of members the name of Daniel Cowan Jackling. CORNERSTONE LAYING AT WENTWORTH

The Kansas City Star of Oct. 17, 1954, told of a cornerstone laying at Lexington, Mo.: Lexington, Mo., Oct. 16-An impressive Masonic ceremony that dates back to the early 1700s highlighted the laying of the cornerstone for Wentworth Military Academy's Memorial chapel here today. The ceremony was one of the top events held in connection with the fourteenth annual Dads' day program. Dads' day was selected for the cornerstone laying because the chapel originally was a Wentworth dads' project, later changed to allow participation by alumni and other academy patrons. COLONEL SELLERS CONDUCTS

Col. James M. Sellers, Wentworth's superintendent and past grand master of the grand lodge of Missouri, A. F. & A. M., conducted the ritual. He was assisted by local lodge members. Taking an active part in the proceedings was J. Renick Jones, 724 North Main street, Independence, grand marshal of the Missouri (grand) lodge. The chapel, being erected to memorialize those who served in World War II and the Korean conflict, will he formally dedicated March 27, 1955. SHARES IN LARGE ESTATE

Mrs. Louise S. Shafer, 81, widow of Charles Shafer, who died December 10, 1954, left a large portion of her estate to various charities, including the Masonic Home of Missouri and the Shrine Hospital. Of the $250,000 estate, substantially % of $175,000 goes to the Shriners and Y4 to the Masonic Home. DEATH OF VETERAN SECRETARY

News dispatches Dec. 29, 1954, announce the death of John William Tate, 89, veteran Freemason who just preceding his death was installed secretary of Moberly Lodge No. 344 for the fiftieth time. He was a native of England and

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for years active in the lodge, chapter, and commandery at Moberly, serving the latter bodies for forty-nine years. SOME POLITICS OF

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Our late friend and brother, Hon. North Todd Gentry of Columbia, several years ago gave us an article which has not, to our knowledge, been given any publicity. It concerns largely one John M. Samuel, a member of Twilight Lodge in Columbia, Mo.; he was also a charter member of Columbia Chapter No. 17, R. A. Masons; he died July 19, 1887. Here is the letter: In 1885 Col. William F. Switzler (then editor of the Missouri Statesman) wanted President Cleveland to appoint him Chief of the bureau of statistics, Col. C. T. Worley wanted to be United States Marshal, Col. E. C. More wanted to be Minister to France, John M. Samuel wanted to be United States Collector, and Col. Eli Hodge wanted to be postmaster. Those gentlemen went to Washington in February, 1885, to attend the inauguration; and the title of the "Columbia Colonels" was given to them. Col. Switzler had been a whig, and he kept a picture of Daniel Webster on the wall in his office. While in Washington, Mr. Samuel wrote a letter to Robert L. Todd, which is typical of Mr. Samuel. It should be remembered that Mr. Samuel and Mr. Todd, although they differed politically, were personal and business friends: and they, and the other gentlemen named, were active members of Twilight Lodge No. 114 A. F. & A. M. (Columbia, Mo.). The Samuel letter is as follows: Washington, D. C., March 1, 1885, Robert L. Todd, Esqr., Columbia, Missouri Dear Sir: The glowing twilight, indicative of the early extinction and decay of the radical party is drawing on apace. A few more days and the G. O. P., like the glory of the Chaldee's excellence, will have gone down in a long night of darkness, "unhonored, unwept and unsung." Twill be buried darkly at the dead of night. The mourners will be few, for the corpse generally attends its own funeral in another capacity. The few mourners who do attend will be of the goulish, jackal, night-prowling family, who, waiting until the glorious Sun has sunk in grandure behind the Western horizon, and the fair earth is covered with the pall of darkness, then seeking out the new made grave, feed and fatten upon dead men's bones. "Sic transit gloria mundi." Man cometh forth as a flower and is cut down. The great statesman, whose hand to-day is on the helm of government, to-morrow is as humble as the unknown artificer in his toil. The great King, who to-day controls the destinies of nations, to-morrow is an outcast and a fugitive, with fewer honors and less respect than the lonely cottager, whom the world never knew. I know that your special pleaders and fine-haired theorists tell us that countless millions of the human race spring into being, act their part and die, yet live in those who follow them, and make a part of the future as of the past. But that rule will not apply to the Radical world, which was the progeny of a strange concatenation of circumstances. The record of their final extinction will soon he made. That settles it: their Gabriel dies with them and there will be none left to blow them to the resurrection. Sic semper tyrranus.

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The clans of the great unterrified are gathering; they are coming into the national encampment like Attilla poured his hosts on the South of Europe; like the Assyrian, who came down like the wolf on the fold; like the Huns and Vandals came down on ancient Rome. They are like hungry wolves, kept away from the flesh pOls for twenty-four years. The patriotism of the country is developing in a wonderful and fearful manner. Sodom is already full, but the cry is, "Still they come." They are here from every territory, state, city, town and hamlet in the union: and each an "Original Cleveland man." They are here, with "their sisters and their cousins and their aunts by the dozens:" their wives' relations wiII be here next week. Each transport on the Potomac brings a fresh supply; and every train on every railroad adds to that number; while some of the Maryland and Virginia patriots come in truly democratic style, the former on horse back, the latter in ox wagons. There is the spindled shanked yankee, his striped pants, his two-story hat, inclined at an angle of forty-five degrees toward Cape Cod, and the sweet confiding Jerusha Jane clinging to his arm, emblematic of the tender vine trusting to the strength of the sturdy oak, careless of comment of their display of affection, and oblivious to the blue laws of New England, which prescribed due formalities in public. Now Jerusha Jane wears garments, more variegated than Joseph's coat of many colors. Then there are the patriots from the Empire state, which happens to be the state from which Mr. Cleveland hails; hence their importance. Now these New York democrats seem to think that the whole world revolves around them, and they are continually mentioning the fact that President Cleveland could not possibly have been elected without that eleven hundred and eighty majority given him by New York. The long haired Hidalgo from the South land, whose black mustache with twisted waxed tips extends beyond his ears, stalks forth at noonday, "with the stately steppings of the he goat of Syria," no doubt to see if any more worlds have been created for his occupancy. He is a colonel, of course, in fact all of his ancestors were colonels, except a few that were generals. With him is Donna Inez, in colored velvet, cut entrain, her hair of the color indigenous to the oriental world, and eyes, whose lustre would pale the noon-day Sun, over shadow the harvest moon, and look as if when shut would leave the world in total darkness. As the two walk up Pennsylvania avenue, every motion seems to say, "Here we are, look at us." Then comes the broad-brimmed Sombrero from the Lone Star state, who makes up in force what he lacks in elegance. We next meet the patriot from the Blue grass regions, who is gallantry personified; his wife is the most charming of women, his niece is as beautiful as Jeptha's daughter, and his horse is the swiftest that ever entered the Lexington trots. He wiII tell you, incidentally, that his father was raised on a farm adjoining Henry Clay, and that Dr. Dudley was the family physician. The cross-road polititian from the middle West, a life-like picture of the Channel pirate, is here, evidently with an eye on the spoils. The gentlemen from the slopes of the Rockies, representing the "riches of Peru and the gold of Ophir," are here, "going their thousands better on nary pair." While Col. Bondinot is here, and he is opposing our ancient friend Col. Switzler. By the way, speaking of Col. Switzler, perhaps you may remember him, an antique fossilized specimen of Saxon beauty of the olden time. Some Boone county people thought he came on to Washington to get office. Nix, they had just as well let a change come over the spirit of their dreams. He does not want any office; he simply called to pay his respects to the president; he may perhaps call again. What I shall now disclose to you is in the strictest confidence; "Tell it not in Gath, breathe it not in Ascalon"; but it powerfully illustrates the force of early education. Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he gets old he will not depart from it. As the twig is bent, so the tree is inclined. Now when Col. Switzler,

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in early life, was placed under the charge of a pedagogue (who by the WilY was John T. Cleveland, of Howard county Missouri, an uncle of President Cleveland) to teach him elementary lessons, preparatory to the battle of life, and assist in the expansion of his giant intellect, which was subsequently to electrify and astonish an awed and admiring world, the pedagogue aforesaid put in his hands a Webster spelling book, from which to learn his letters. This naturally gave him a Websterian turn of mind: and later on when in the cycle of revolving years, Daniel Webster made his famous speech in defense of the Woodchuck, a speech that not only shed a halo of glory around his own, and gave immortality to American eloquence, but shook the tottering dynasties of the old world to the verge of crumbling, that settled it, Switzler at once became a Webster Unabridged with Marginal notes. But now for the last act in the remarkable drama of a useful life. The brightest flowers are quickest to fade: it takes a lifetime to build a reputation, yet in one poor minute it is "gone, glimmering through the dream of things that were." I was walking through the rotunda of the capitol on yesterday, when I saw approaching me a lady of transcendent beauty: she seemed to possess the mingled loveliness of the Queen of Sheba, the voluptousness of Cleopatre and the modest, retirillg, kiss-me-quickly grace of Lilly Langtry. I could see nothing else in the vast assemblage of the rotunda. I only saw one form, which heaven had stamped with the form of Juno and Venus, and the clustering beauties of perfection. Being a widower, I naturally regretted my inability to get acquainted with such a real beauty. But, as with bent head and down cast eyes, I was walking on, I was rudely and suddenly seized by the arm, and looking up was confronted with the cast-iron countenance of the Statesman man. I was horrified beyond description, and before J could recover from the tremor in which I was thrown, he said, "Col. Samuel, allow me to introduce to you my very particular friend Mrs. Webster." Now, if you can form any idea of the emotion that filled the soul of Belshazzer when he saw the hand writing on the wall: if you have any conception of the confusion in and about the Parliament in London, when the Dynamiters were having their little fourth of July in the basement: or of the deep despondent desperation of the individual who lighted his torch at nature's funeral pile: or if you can appreciate the fear that was experienced by Shakespeare's noted character, when he exclaimed, "A horse, a horse, my Kingdom for a horse," you can then come to some realistic idea of my condition. J was struck dumb, yes speechless, and, not holding four aces in my hand, I passed. He afterwards undertook to explain to me that he had found out that Mrs. Webster, a widow, was his cousin, his long lost cousin, "with the strawberry mark on her arm." Now, what do you think of that for cheek? Oh, the cheek of the Missouri colonels is becoming notorious: its reputation has already passed the most sacred precincts, and it will soon penetrate the White House doors. The attention of the Secretary of the Navy has been called to the subject, and he wants a few of them for plating for his iron-clad war vessels. The outcome and sequel of this whole matter will appear later, in a volume bound in Calf, extra in Morocco. So mode it be. Yours very truly Jno. M. Samuel. THE MASONIC HOME DRIVE

We shall not. comment on the recent successful drive for the million dollars to erect a new Masonic Home Building, for that will be covered in grand lodge reports, but we shall quote an article taken from the Trowel, an interesting little sheet edited by our Bro. John B. Vrooman (The "B" is for Black-although he is "white"):

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Masons of Missouri should deeply engrave in their memories two items of interest-first the date of October 13, 1881; second the names of H. B. Butts and G. W. DeGrote (also spelled DeGrodt and DeGroodt). The date of October 13, 1881, marks the introduction into thc;: Grand Lodge of the First Resolution for the establishment of a Home for indigent Master Masons, their widows and orphans. H. B. Butts was Worshipful Master of Globe Lodge No. 495, attending the annual communication of 1881; G. W. DeGroodt was proxy for the Senior Warden from Rural Lodge No. 316, Kansas City. William R. Stubblefield was the presiding Grand Master at the time of the introduction of this resolution. He was afterwards very active in the establishment of the Home, serving on the several committees that were appointed from 1881 until 1887, when the Home became an operative unit of Freemasonry in Missouri. In 1887, it was: "Resolved, that a committee of three be appointed by this Grand Lodge to consider the propriety and practicability of establishing an Industrial Home for the widows and orphans of deceased members; said committee to report to the next annual communication of the Grand Lodge"H. B. Butts G. W. DeGrodt (DeGrote, 01 DeGroodt). G. L. of Mo. Proceedings 1881, page 51. Several annual communications of the Grand Lodge passed without a great deal of activity by the committee. The committee was re-appointed and expanded. The Grand Chapter, R.A.M., at its annual convocation of 1883 took up the matter of the proposed Masonic Home, introduced a resolution of co-operation with the Grand Lodge and the Granel Commandery of Knights Templar. The Grand Commandery of Knights Templar in annual conclave in 1883 adopted a resolution made by Sir Knight Samueal A. Gilbert, proxy for Cdr of Weston Commandery No.2. creating a committee of 5 for the purpose of establishing a "Templar Asylum for the widows and orphans of our fallen comrades and for Knights Templar broken in health and crushed by adversity or borne down by the infirmities of age." Possibly giving a different interpretation to the question of helping the widows and orphans, the Grand Chapter of Missouri, in session 1885 (Grand Chapter, Missouri, Proceedings-1885-page 25), pledged its co-operation in "finding homes" for widows and orphans of departed Brethren, and urged prompt and effective action by the Grand Lodge of Missouri. At the annual convocation of the Grand Chapter, R.A.M. of Missouri in 1886, a sum of .$500.00 was appropriated for a term of five years beginning with the annual convocation of 1887, for the Masonic Home. In 1886 St. Louis was host to the Triennial Conclave of the Grand Encampment of Knights Templar of the United States. Sir Knight John R. Parson was chairman of the executive committee for that occasion, and in his recommendations for activity. he said: (Grand Commandery of Missouri, Knights Templar, Proceedings-1886; page 21) "Believing that the Templars will be glad of an opportunity to leave a memento of their visit that will be of lasting benefit-your committee has designated Wednesday, September 22, (1886) as Charity Day. A display drill by visiting Commanderies and a concert of bands all united under the leadership of Col. P. S. Gilmore, will be given at the Fair Grounds, the proceeds to be devoted to the benefit of the proposed Masonic widows and orphans Home of Missouri." The display drills were held, the concert of all bands was given, and as a result, more than $35,000 was realized for the Masonic Home of Missouri as a contribution of the Knights Templar.

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Activity was shown by the several committees appointed in Grand Lodge, Grand Chapter, R.A.M. and Grand Commandery, K.T., and on June 15, 1889, a special communication of the M:W: Grand Lodge A. F. & A. M. of Missouri was held in St. Louis to dedicate the New Masonic Home which had been purchased at Delmar Boulevard near Union, the site of our present Home. The ceremonies were impressive, the speeches commemorative of Masonic charity, and with ancient rites the buildings were dedicated to Masonic work. The Grand Lodge of Missouri actually took possession of the new Masonic Home, its buildings and equipment, through Dr. M. Leftwich, the newly-appointed Superintendent, and his wife, Matron, on April 1, l889-which is almost exactly sixty-six years from the time that this article is written. It was a momentous occasion, and the start of a far-reaching and important project. One small building and five widows and 20 orphans comprised the assets of our Masonic Home. That, and the Masonic spirit of charity and benevolence. What will happen to our Masonic Home in the next sixty-six years? EARLY DAY WESTON

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In the Kansas City Star of April 11, 1955, is a story of Weston, Mo., once the "Queen of the River" until a series of fires destroyed the city. Weston was settled largely by people from Kentucky, Tennessee, and Virginia, and the tobacco industry is today one of its greatest assets. In 1850 it was about the largest city on the upper Missouri, and its stores did a million dollar business; Missouri River shipping was at its height. The Morse Electric Telegraph had reached there in 1854. Then came the fire of March 8, 1855.

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It is told about in the diary of H. Miles Moore, quoted in the Star article: Fire broke out in the rear of Murphy's Tenpin Alley about 3 o'clock the morning of the 8th of March 1855. It immediately spread to a large carpenter shop, Perry's Livery Stable on one side of the street, and the U. S. Hotel on the other, and from thence to Main St.... destroying at least $300,000 worth of property. Then Moore lists a number of places of business destroyed, thirty-eight in all, including the Masonic Hall and lodge room, Odd Fellow's Hall, Sons of Temperance and Good Templar's Hall . . . among other things I believe I have lost my Masonic apron of pure lambskin. And the writer adds: When the Civil War ended, Weston had become just a steamboat stop between larger cities on the Missouri. But the proudness of her citizens still comes out occasionally when an old-timer says, "You know, son, Weston was once bigger'n Kansas City." The town still supports a lodge, chapter and commandery, all apparently active, though-Unot bigger'n Kansas City." This painting was the work of Platte County pioneer editor, Augustus G. Beller; it was completed about 1860. Beller was born in Germany Feb. 14, 1830 and came to Weston in 1845; he was at various times, a blacksmith, a lawyer, and editor, a mayor, probate judge and postmaster-not to mention his painting. And in his later days he became a mail agent for a railroad, eventually entering the Baptist ministry. CORNERSTONE LAYINGS RESUMED

Very few cornerstones have been laid for public buildings in Missouri during the past year. And we know of no cornerstone of any government building which has been laid for several years, which prompts us to askWHY? On October 16, 1954, the cornerstone of a Chapel at Wentworth Military School, Lexington, Mo., was laid with Masonic ceremonies; presiding on that occasion was the head of the school, Col. James McB. Sellers, who is a past grand master of the Grand Lodge of Missouri. The Chapel was erected to memorialize those who served in World War II and the Korean conflict. NEW MASONIC BUILDINGS IN MISSOURI

The story of the new Masonic Temple in New Madrid, Mo., is best told by a news dispatch in the St. Louis Globe-Democrat of October 13, 1954. New Madrid, Mo., Oct. I3.-Next Monday when members of the New Madrid Lodge No. 429, Ancient Free and Accepted Masons, open their first meeting in the new Masonic Hall recently completed here, they will carry with them into their new horne the traditions of more than a century of Masonry in New Madrid. The lodge is the direct descendant of Lodge No. 108 which was organized and secured its letter of dispensation in July, 1848. On May 10, 1849, the charter of New Madrid Lodge No. 108 was issued and this

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ancient document, now yellowed and brittle with age, the writing barely legible, is still preserved in the archives of the Grand Lodge of Missouri. Charter officers of that first lew Madrid lodge were Robert A. Hatcher, worshipful master; H. D. Walker, senior warden, and John B. Martin, junior warden, and the initial returns to the Grand Lodge carried the names of a number of pioneers whose families have written important achievements into the early and later day history of the county. WAR LOOMED

The original lodge carried on for a space of 10 years. Then the looming Civil War bred dissensions within it and with the opening of hostilities lodge meetings were discontinued. The town of New Madrid was first occupied by Confederate sympathizers, and

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then, after the fall of Island No. 10, by Union forces. Many of the lodge members being southern sympathizers went "underground." The Charter, Great Lights, Jewels and records of Lodge 108 were taken in custody by William J. Denhart in 1860 and, after three years during which there was no meeting of the Lodge the Charter with all records that could be found were surrendered to the Grand Lodge. ONLY CASUALTY

The Grand Lodge continued to hold its meetings, although sometimes there were only a score of lodges represented and 1 ew Madrid Lodge No. 108 was only one of more than 125 lodges that became casualties during that period of history. In December, 1871, a petition was again sent to the Grand Lodge for a dispensation to organize a lodge in New Madrid. It was granted and the present New Madrid Lodge No. 429 was granted a charter on Oct. 17, 1873. The existence of the new lodge was anything but placid. Its first meeting place, near the bank of the Mississippi River had to be moved when the river began cutting into the bank. It was re-established a block from its original site. At the second site, the lodge held its meeting on the second floor and the first floor was used as a public school. In 1888 this lodge hall was destroyed by fire. TILL LAST MONTH

The foIJowing year a second hall was dedicated on the site of the new Masonic Hall and New Madrid Masons continued to meet there until it was torn down in

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April, 1954, to make room for the erection of the new home. During the construction of their new home members of Lodge No. 429, have been meeting in the Masonic Lodge at Lilbourn. There are 163 active members in the lodge and the present officers are: Kermit D. Bird, worshipful master; Charles C. Clark, senior warden; Welton L. Keston, junior warden; Leo Hedgepath, treasurer; Charles M. Barnes, secretary; William A. Robinson, chaplain; Herbert H. Bird, marshal; Henry E. Fowler, senior deacon; Charles L. Eddy, junior deacon; George R. Hartwell, senior steward; Victor S. Shainberg, junior steward and Heman J. Shepard, tyler. The story of the new Temple at Sikeston is told III the following press dispatch of Nov. 14, 1954: MASONS DEDICATE $100,000 TEMPLE Sikeston, Mo., Nov. 14 (Special).-The $100,000 Masonic Temple, built by funds raised by Sikeston Lodge No. 310, A. F. & A. M., was dedicated yesterday by Acting Grand Master Richard O. Rumer of St. Louis. Approximately 600 persons, including Masons from other cities and Eastern Star members, attended. Featuring the program were selections by the chanters of Moolah Temple of S1. Louis. The S1. Louis delegation, numbering 32, was headed by Potentate George S. Harper. Also on the program were members from the Caruthersville DeMolay chapter.

IN FOREIGN PARTS General Miguel Orrico de los Llanos of Mexico, former head of the Order of C,onstructor Masons has been made Governor of the State of Tabasco. The Grand Lodge Occidental Mexicana, of Guadalajara, Jalisco, has ceded part of its jurisdiction-the State of Nayarit-for the purpose of organizing a new grand lodge to be known as the Grand Lodge of Nayarit; the first Grand Master is Antonio Cabezas Diaz. The Grand Lodge Valle de Mexico, largest of Mexican grand lodges has elected the distinguished lawyer, Eugenio Maldonado Vaca, as its Grand Master; in Coahuila, the new Grand Master is Dr. Aristoteles Garza. "Acacia," publication of the Grand Lodge of Chiapas, reports the death of Dr. Jaime N. Casanova, one of the most distinguished men of that state. He was born in Tabasco Sept. 10, 1899, graduated at the Medical Military School; he became director of the Military and Civil Hospital in Tapachula; he left a widow and five sons; he had a brilliant Masonic career and became Grand Master of Chiapas.

El Monitor Masonico of Mexico City contains a story of the distinguished scientist, Santiago Ramon y Cajal, born in Spain in 1852, and died in 1934; he was the winner of the first Nobel Prize for Physiology and Medicine in 1906. He was taken into the army in 1874 and sent to Cuba as a physician.

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HATOYAMA BECOMES A FREEMASON From the St. Joseph, Mo., News-Press: Tokyo, March 26, 1955: Prime Minister Ichiro Hatoyama became a Master Mason today. He was congratulated by the first and present U. S. Far East Commanders, Gen. Douglas MacArthur and Gen. John E. Hull.

Bro. Hatoyama and Jllasonic Leaders Hull, who also holds the Master Mason rank, was present at Masonic rites in Hatoyama's home. A congratulatory telegram from MacArthur was reacl.

EMINENT GERMAN FREEMASON The story of Dr. Rudiger was written more than a year ago. Since that time, Dr. Rudiger's Grand Lodge has been consolidated with the United Grand Lodge of Germany, headed by Dr. Theo. Vogel. Dr. Rudiger was given a high station in the consolidated group. The article was printed in the official publication Die Kette (The Chain) of October, 1953, and appeared on the occasion of his 60th birthday. Erich Rudiger, Grand Master of the Grand Lodge zu den Alten Pflichten, is sixty years of age and one of the most important personages among Berlin Masons. He was born in Berlin and became a member of Lodge Pathagoras zum f1ammenden Stern, which worked under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge Royal York; he was then thirty years of age. He was advanced on October 25, 1925, to the rank of Master Mason, and thanks to the thorough basic education he received under Brother August Horneffer, this became the foundation for his later successes. He received his appointment to the Inner Orient in March, 1930; in 1931 he became

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the representative of St. John's Lodge, Fichte wm f1ammenden Stem, in the Orient of Breslau. When the Nazis began their fight against Freemasonry, Brother Rudiger attempted to save the lodge which met in the fuorotheenstrasse, by persuading his firm, the A.E.G. (an electrical concem) to lease the building as a club house; the lease was signed for a period of three years, but the building was later seized by the Nazi govemment, and finally became a victim of the bombing in 1945, which almost ruined the building. Three months after the capitulation, in August 1945, Brother Rudiger called on Brother Homeffer to make plans on how to get Masonic work started in Berlin again. At first there was only a small group, although several lodges sent representatives. They failed to unite the various systems into one Grand Lodge, but this was in no way due to any fault on the part of Brother Rudiger, for he was always an advocate of unity. After the American forces had issued permission, eight subordinate lodges of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Hamburg were revived and Brother Rudiger took charge of the lodge as Master of the ]ohannis Lodge, Hammonia zur Treue. Brother Laschinsky was Grand Master and appointed Brother Rudiger as Deputy Grand Master in November, 1946. After Brother Laschinsky resigned in the spring of 1947, Brother Rudiger was elected Grand Master in June of that year. In July, 1947, lodges in Berlin detached themselves from Hamburg because the British occupation forces had not yet permitted the restoration of Freemasonry. Brother Rudiger therefore founded the Grand Lodge of Humanitarian Masons in the Orient of Berlin. The name was soon changed to Grand Lodge of the Old Charges. All during this time, Brother Rudiger was serving as Grand Master. In 1950, the Grand Lodges Royal York and Alten Pflichten joined under Brother Homeffer and Brother Rudiger, but more difficult was the work within. After 1945 several lodges had only one to three members left. The Constitution and Ceremonies of the Hamburg lodges were quite different and the big problem was to get the many different lodges to accept the idea of union. It was in this situation that Brother Rudiger did such excellent work, and thanks to him the first efforts were fruitful in its association with the Grand Lodge of Germany in Frankfurt. Dr. Rudiger has been awarded the medal of the United Grand Lodge of Germany.

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There were many other troubles confronting the Berlin Masons. The lodge building on the Emserstrasse was returned to its original possessor after an endless amount of red tape, but the ruined building had to be completely restored, and had it not been for Brother Rudiger's initiative conditions would not have progressed to where they stand today. We greet and congratulate on this first day of October, not only the Grand Master who surmounted such problems and difficulties, but also the brother and person-Erich Rudiger. Many seek his advice and he has helped innumerable ones, even with his own private means, especially when our brethren from the East are in need. He also carries on a large correspondence with the brethren in the East, and many brethren of our own Grand Lodge will remember him with appreciation and thankfulness. The best wishes of the Berlin brotherhood, and those of many outside brethren, and others are with Brother Erich Rudiger.

WHO WAS PRINCE HALL? Who was Prince Hall? And what are the Prince Hall Grand Lodges? Briefly, Prince Hall was the first Freemason of color of whom we have any record in this country. He was made a Freemason in a lodge duly chartered by the Grand Lodge of England which met in the State of Massachusetts. And Prince Hall lodges, or Grand Lodges, are the lodges, or grand lodges, of colored men, who are quite generally recognized among the colored race as the only regular and legitimate of their grand lodges. And undoubtedly this statement is true. Today there are 38 Prince Hall Grand Lodges among the colored Freemasons in the United States, one in Canada, and one in Liberia, Africa, all claiming descent from the Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Massachusetts. The Grand Lodge of Florida does not bear that name, but adds "Prince Hall Affiliation" to their title. Prince Hall was a native of the Barbados, West Indies, where about September 12, 1748, he was born; his father was an Englishman and his mother a free, colored woman of French extraction. In 1765, when fifteen years of age, he worked his passage on a ship to Boston, Mass., where he acquired a job as a leather-worker, a business in which his father had been engaged; eight years later, he acquired property in Boston and was given the right to vote; he was of a religious turn of mind and later became a minister in the Methodist Church with a pastorate at Cambridge. On March 6, 1775, he, with fourteen other free negroes of Boston, were made Master Masons in an army lodge attached to one of General Gage's regiments, at that time stationed near Boston; the lodge gave them the privilege of meeting, marching in procession on S1. John's Day, bury their dead, but not to confer the degrees. In March, 1784, Prince Hall petitioned the Grand Lodge of England for a warrant or charter; it was issued September 29, 1784, but it was not delivered until April 29, 1787. Delivery was made by Captain James Scott, a seafaring man, who was a brother of John Hancock, one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence. And on May 6, 1787, by virtue of this charter, African Lodge No. 459 came into being. This was followed four years later, June 24, 1791, by the formation of African (JTlzncl J.,odge, with Prin<;:<;: Hall

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as Grand Master. The name was changed June 24, 1808, to the M. W. Prince Hall Grand Lodge F. & A. M. of Massachusetts, honoring their first grand master who had died in December, 1807. The original charter is still in existence and is carefully preserved by the colored brethren; it was issued by authority of the Duke of Cumberland, and attested by William White, Grand Secretary. In 1864, the colored grand lodge in Massachusetts, purchased a plot of ground in Arlington, Mass., as a burying ground for their members; a year later, they erected a monument to the memory of Prince Hall on historic Copp's Hill; it consists of a marble shaft in the form of a broken column. The question of the regularity, or irregularity of Prince Hall grand lodges is not one for discussion in these columns. The fact remains that they do exist and are carrying on their labors in a manner satisfactory to themselves; recent statistics show them possessed of 4,729 lodges, 311,048 members, and $1l,248,716 in assets. And the colored Freemasons MONUMENT TO PRINCE HALL have troubles with clandestine Copps' Hill, Boston negro groups, of which there are several hundred in the United States; they will regard it as a great day when their own clandestine groups will be driven out.

ON NEGRO MASONRY Prince Hall Freemasonry, generally accepted by the colored people as the legitimate group which practices Freemasonry, has its troubles with clandestine and irregular groups. One of the well known members of the Prince Hall group recently wrote a letter stating: One of the worst enemies of Prince Hall Masonry is the Negro press. These will not hesitate to publish any items submitted by the bogus bodies and I am of the opinion it is the maHer of sales. Several years ago I addressed a letter to the Associated Negro Press but was never even accorded the courtesy of any acknowledgment. Upon another occasion I addressed a letter to the executive editor of one of our Negro newspapers upon the subject, and, although he is a Prince Hall Mason, he assured me he was unable to see my point of view, that of refusing to print matters pertaining to illegitimate Masonic bodies; our correspondence became rather sharp indeed. During the past year or so I have kept a record of items appearing in various Negro paper carry-

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ing such news matter. It has been intimated that one of these here is very closely linked with one of the bogus organizations hereabouts; it carries its items very frequently. It will be a great day for Freemasonry when both white and colored groups may do away with organizations formed only for the purpose of making money for the organizers.

BIBLES IN LODGES To a Freemason of the present day, the Holy Bible, or other sacred volume, is an indispensable article in a Masonic lodge. But 'twas not always so, for the use of the Bible first came into existence about the first part of the 18th century. Up until that time, it was customary to have an altar, or a stool, in the lodge, upon which was placed a copy of the Ancient Charges-flanked by three candles. This no doubt accounts for there being so many copies of Ancient Charges even yet in existence. In 1717 there were few Bibles available for lodge use. Tyndall translated the Bible into English and it was published in 1537, dedicated to Henry VIII; copies were ordered placed in every parish church. In 1611 the King James I version was issued; it had been prepared by a group of 34 Bible students, and is known as the Authorized Version. There are some unusual Bibles-the Breeches Bible, where it is said in Genesis III, v. 7: "they sewed fig-tree leaves together and made themselves breeches," and the Bishop's or Treacle Bible, where in Jeremiah VIII, 22, we find: "is there not tryacle at Gilead; is there no phisition there" instead of the word "balm"; and in the same volume, Judges IX, 53, is rendered "All to break head" as "all to break his brayn panne." And the "Bug Bible" quotes Psalms XCI, 5, as "need to be affrated for any bugges by night." The "Wicked Bible" of 1661 omits the word "not" from the Seventh Commandment. Wm. Preston of England is given the credit for the introduction of the Bible into Masonic lodges. When it was introduced, the Roman Church frowned upon the requirement, for Bible reading was under ban of the church, and gave to the fraternity a religious appearance. It was such attacks on the part of the Church that caused an Episcopalian rector to sponsor a resolution in the Grand Lodge of France which removed the Bible from French altars for almost three-fourths of a century.

FREEMASONRY NOT AN ORDER A well known Masonic publication recently contained a story on Freemasonry, referring to it as an "Order." This is a misuse of the term for only through the widest stretch of imagination can the fr~ternity be so termed. Webster says the word refers specifically to a religious brotherhood, or groups living under a distinctive rule, such as the Dominicans; or one of the knightly military Orders, such as the Templars, Teutonic Knights, etc.; or, a society patterned after the chivalric Orders-such as present day Templars, but those typically founded by SOme ~vereign, prince. or potentate for the

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conferring of honorary distinction, which he enumerates as (I) Royal Orders, for the most part restricting the membership to those of noble birth or high rank, (2) noble or family Orders selected from the family nobility, (3) Orders of Merit conferred for recognition of service. Webster lists Freemasonry as an "association" or "secret society" of persons "united for fraternal purposes." A Freemason, he says "is one free from control by a local guild." It is hard to conceive of an institution originally composed of workingmen as an "Order" made up of the nobility. We are an institution-a fraternitya brotherhood-a fraternal society-but not an ORDER. We are not a secret society-but a society with secrets. The names of our membership are well known and available, and what few secrets we are supposed to possess may be found within the pages of Holy Writ. Our objective is the improvement of human character, and our fraternity is not limited to nobles, princes, or sovereigns, but our honors are open to those who are free, of lawful age, and who are under the tongue of good report, for Freemasonry "regards no man for his worldly wealth or honors"-which statement in itself is evidence that we are not an Order.

THOSE LANDMARKS AGAIN A few years ago we closed our review with a statement on the Ancient Landmarks. We have always thought the two words----Ancient Landmarks---was something to mouth glibly without any particular or specific meaning. Then in one of our files of the year 1936, we find in a forum conducted by the Masonic Chronicler, the opinions of four well-known Masonic students of that day. We add their opinions to that of our own: Brother J. A. Fetterly, editor of Masonic Tidings, says: Possibly no subject connected with Freemasonry has, or can, arouse so much discussion as this subject of Masonic Landmarks. Reference to them is made in nearly every Masonic meeting; officers and grand officers, Masonic students and Masonic writers all use the phrase both in and out of season. Yet no man from the one who wears the purple of King Solomon to the youngest Entered Apprentice standing in the northeast corner knows what those Landmarks are. They range in number from 8 to 108, depending on the jurisdiction one happens to inhabit; yet few Masons, grand officers or others, could name more than two or three, and those would be named haltingly. A Masonic Landmark is generally understood to mean a custom or rule, universally recognized, of undoubted antiquity and unrepealable. No attempt to list the Landmarks of Freemasonry was made until Mackey published such a compilation in 1858. His list numbered 25 and it was later adopted by several Grand Lodges. In 1889 the Grand Secretary of Kentucky, a student and writer on Masonic subjects, published another list comprising 54. Other authorities have larger as well as smaller lists. As the situation now is, nine Grand Lodges have officially adopted Mackey's list of Landmarks, seven others have lists of their own and still others have made no official selection. Just what good purpose would be served by a general or universal adoption of some list of Landmarks is not apparent. Theoretically and ideally it might be gratifying to some to have such a condition obtain, but what practical or beneficial result would result? Again, even though it was unanimously conceded to be desirable and beneficial,

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could a substantial agreement among Masonic scholars and authorities be achieved? We doubt it.

The late brother, Wm. C. Rapp, then editor of the Chronicler, added this: Numerous attempts have been made to enumerate and define the Landmarks of Masonry, but no one has been able, or ever will be able, to compile a list of Landmarks that will prove to be acceptable or satisfactory to all concerned. The basic principles of Freemasonry, which are presumed to be embodied in the Landmarks, cause little trouble, for the Grand Lodges of English speaking countries are in practical accord in this respect. The chief difficulty lies in the determination of what is a Landmark, and therefore binding upon the entire craft and permitting of no departure from its provisions, and what is merely a regulation, subject to modification or repeal at the pleasure and judgment of Grand Lodges. The earliest definite enumeration of Masonic Landmarks was compiled by Dr. Albert Gallatin Mackey, the premier American Masonic historian, in 1858, twenty-five in number. Since that time Masonic students and historians have compiled lists running from half a dozen to ten times that number. Grand Lodges have officially formulated similar lists of Landmarks of various lengths. Dr. Mackey's list for many years was accepted as authentic, almost without question, but in recent years more critical analysis has demonstrated that many of them could not be Landmarks when judged by Dr. Mackey's own definition of the essential requirements of a Landmark. The tendency is distinctly in the direction of reducing the number of Landmarks, not because the principles enunciated in the older list do not meet with favor, but for the reason that it has been established that they are usages and customs which were not observed in the traditional era of the institution, no mention of them being found in the ancient charges. Dean Roscoe Pound in his Masonic Jurisprudence defines Landmarks as "certain universal, unalterable and unrepealable fundamentals which have existed from time immemorial and are so thoroughly a part of Freemasonry that no Masonic authority may derogate from them or do aught but maintain them." To this Melvin M. Johnson replies, "Probably all Masonic students will agree to this definition, and then proceed to immediately disagree upon the list of those fundamentals which are to be classified as 'universal, unalterable and unrepealable.''' To this may be added the statement of Gould: "Nobody knows what they comprise or omit; they are of no earthly authority, because everything is a Landmark when an opponent desires to silence you; but nothing is a Landmark that stands in his own way." Therein we have the contention as to Landmarks in a nutshell. We humbly offer the personal opinion that the only Landmarks of Freemasonry are embodied in sincere belief in the Fatherhood of God and a recognition of the Brotherhood of Man. All else is but elaboration and development of these two central principles. The necessary material organization and machinery for carrying out, extending and making effective the objectives of the institution constitute the disputed Landmarks. They are customs and practices which thoughtful Masons are opposed to disturbing, but which nevertheless are gradually modified by changing conditions. They are not Landmarks.

And the late Bro. J. E. Morcombe of the Masonic World (Calif.), said: To those of us who for any considerable time have been in close touch with the perennial subjects of Masonic discussion, any mention of Landmarks is as the smell of battle to the veteran warrior. Now we are supposed to consider the question of whether it is possible to define and enumerate the Landmarks of the Craft. One has no doubt that the young brother, but lately received into the fraternity, would without hesitation declare that Landmarks are things of great value, and

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therefme are definite as to place and number. For how otherwise could they serve to delimit the fraternal estate or warn off all transgressors? This same youngster has heard successive Masters enjoined to preserve the Landmarks and to see to it that in their lodges there shall be no violating of the sacred markers. The officer being installed solemnly promises as required. Yet it is safe to say that neither the installee or installor, nor any brother in attendance has even a remote idea of what manner of goods or gear is referred to. In fact, the composition, size, weight, number and purpose of Landmarks, as so often mentioned, are of the most recondite of Masonic secrets, of which, perhaps, "future ages may find out the right:' For the curious inquirer there is a wide range of choice, both as to number and definition. The lists are numerous, and they catalogue from two to something over eighty Landmarks, as set forth by the self-appointed authorities. With each one of these suppositious things the welfare and perhaps the perpetuity of the institution is fatefully bound. We all know there are certain matters that reach almost to the status of dogma, and which are of general acceptance among us. We could hardly imagine Masonry as existing without these as basic. Yet the fact remains that not one of these is of universal acceptance. We bridge the difficulty by easy declaration that any who deny our accepted Landmarks are irregular Masons, and not within the pale. But strong arguments can be adduced in support of the proposition that we ourselves have departed from the original plan of the craft, and that the heretics, as has often happened, have rather the best of it in this contention. After all, Landmarks are of value only if the estate to be by them delimited is permanent in all its boundaries. If it be enlarged, by accretion, purchase or successful thievery, the former metes and bounds can have no other than a historical or curious interest. The rule thus stated will certainly apply to American Masonry. There is no daimed Landmark in all the lists but has been changed in substance or modified in intention. Thus they neither answer to the test of time immemorial nor universal usage. Changing conditions and environment have forced shifts. Or the whims or prejudices of those for the time in control have prompted Grand Lodge action. The interminable arguments over Landmarks make profitless reading for the student. To add thereto would be a weariness to the flesh and distasteful to the spirit. The many heated controversies of the past over such subject rank in importance with the quarrel that divided Abdera, over the shadow of an ass, or that other celebrated debate, which eventuated in civil war, between the Big and Little Indians in the kingdom of Liliput. Some of us have ranged quite freely in and about the fields of Masonry, and never yet have been tripped up nor even stubbed our toes over grass-grown Landmarks. Nor will we, at this late day, go in search for intangibles, when so much remains of real work to be done for the craft. And Bro. A. H. Moorhouse of the Masonic Craftsman of Boston, adds: To define and enumerate the Landmarks of Freemasonry would be quite possible had one the time and indination to do it. There are almost as many varieties extant as a certain famous pickle family; any attempted authoritative assembling would doubtless be at the cost of confusion and controversy, for there are Masonic solons who can never bear to see a letter changed in the content of any original document and are willing to fight and die if necessary in defense of their own particular interpretation. As an authoritative "bill of rights" or constitutional base Landmarks which might be set up as a fixed rule of conduct would be too much like the Constitution

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of the United States, needing a supreme court or other similar deliberative or judicial body to interpret its terms. Any serious student of Craft Masonry may find, if he cares to, a variety of Landmarks and the authority therefor in almost any good Masonic Library. But he would be better employed, to our way of thinking, in seeking to interpret through his own efforts and conduct the easily understood principles upon which the fraternity is founded. Erudition is a fine thing, but in the present state of affairs, national and international, the tempo of life changes so rapidly that one is hard put to it to keep up with the fast moving procession-let alone take time for research into original theses or documents which have by reason of time and other vicissitudes become more or less obscure and nebulous. No harm would be done in enumerating the Landmarks; the enterprise of assembling them would doubtless be enjoyed by any Masonic scholar. The search would be interesting and illuminating, as well for the actual admonitions as for many by-products of Masonic history strewn along the path. A limited few would read and be interested in the results; the great majority of Masons, however, will continue to do as they are now doing, which is to consider first and foremost their own personal interests, indulging their tastes and appetites according to their own concept or self-styled prerogatives, leaving but a small corner, if any, to the consideration of Masonic virtues and then more often than not, only when they have been jolted out of their complacency by some unusual event, or led into a better vision of Craft ideals through some leader of genius, of which there does not seem to be any plethora at present.

A CORRECTION? Our Irish brethren have become worried over an article appearing in last years "Masonic World." In our statement we listed the various "Masonic" organizations in Ireland-taking our information from the official Masonic Year Book of 1954, issued by the Grand Lodge of Ireland. But the article quoted was taken from a publication that came out of Ireland a few years ago, and we merely checked the year book to see if it were accurate. It was. But the article said "Sequence of Degrees in Irish Rite" Apparently what we should have said was "system." But Irish nomenclature and American nomenclature sometimes differ. And so the Grand Secretary was ordered to send out notices to all jurisdictions that there was no such animal as "Irish Rite." Yet at the same time we have a letter from a prominent and well recognized Irish Freemason who says: We have five governing bodies, all working under one roof who mutually recognize each other. Apparently all are well recognized bodies--not in the sense that official recognition has been accorded-just as we have our Masonic groups in the United States who may not have official recognition-yet official toleration. Webster says that "Rite" is a "ritualistic procedure or formula, particularly associated with a change of status on the part of the individual, as initiation, etc." Then he cites as an example: "Rites of Freemasonry." If our Irish brethren want to call themselves a "system," well and good.

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To us on this side of the great pond, it would appear they are a "Rite" and especially so when they list all of their various organizations in their official publication. And there are too many things in the world that Freemasons need to do than argue over rites, systems, recognition and the like. And from correspondence we have had over the years with brethren in Ireland, we understand thy do not all see eye to eye, so how could they expect their poor uninformed brethren in this part of the world to know better?

ANTI·MASONRY HE WAS "GLAD TO BE AN AMERICAN"

There is a tight ban on information coming out of Spain, and especially so if it has to do with Freemasonry. We have tried for some time to get an official statement as to the treaty signed by Franco and USA. It is rough going to be a Protestant in Spain; it is much rougher when you are a Freemason. With this statement we publish an article appearing in the Mail Box of the St. Louis Globe-Democrat of December 1, 1954, addressed to the editor: In a recent issue of the Globe-Democrat an article headed "Four Freemasons sentenced in Spain" was read by me and I wish to praise you for giving information of this kind to your readers. In the last paragraph of the article it reads as follows: "Under the procedure laid down for the Special Tribunal for the repression of Freemasonry in Spain, they (the men arrested) are not allowed counsel, though they may conduct their own defense." I have taken time out to express just one thought to those who may have read the article: I am glad I am an American! We need more enlightening information from so-called "civilized countries" to remind us from time to time. CABELL GRAY SPANISH MASONS JAILED

The reference IS to a news article of which the following is a condensed version: TO PRISON AS MASONS

Madrid, Nov. 25. (Reuters)-A special tribunal here has imposed prison sentences ranging from twelve to twenty years on five men accused of freemasonry, illegal in Spain since 1940, it was announced today. MORE LUTHERAN PROPAGANDA

We apologize to our readers outside Missouri for having within our borders a magazine publishing house which quite frequently publishes material derogatory to Freemasonry. We cannot believe that what they print represents the opinions of thousands of Lutherans, but is the opinion of the Lutheran hierarchy. The Missouri Synod of that church appears to be independent in thought from the attitude of other synods or branches of the church. It is too bad that church and fraternity cannot work side by side in combatting the evils of the world instead of wasting our efforts in attacking each other. Free-

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masonry has no argument with any church for we accept into our fold men of all denominations and creed. In the Lutheran Witness, "official organ of the Lutheran Church," of March 1, 1955, a "Quincy, Mass., witness" writes: Prior to my contact with the Lutheran Church I had no inkling that Masonry could be considered a religion. I was a Mason but had always thought of the lodge as an organization for social and business contacts, and for me it was just that. In speaking with a member of the Lutheran Church he was told the minister "frowned" on Freemasonry. He received a visit from the pastor who presented him with an enlightening pamphlet "Christ and the Lodge," which he dutifully read. After an "exhaustive study" of Mackey, Pierson, and an author named Coil, there was left no doubt in my mind that Masonry is a religion and is incompatible with Christianity ... at the insistence of one of my closest friends, a very staunch Mason ... argued that the Blue Lodge ritual book is the only authority, we examined the ritual book. Here are two statements, both on the same page, the first of which I believe I can quote verbatim, the second in my own words: (1) We are not concerned with salvation by faith in Jesus Christ. (2) If we will do our best, according to our own light, we shall eventually attain the abode of the "Great Architect of the Universe." Even if I had read nothing else, these two statements alone were enough to convince me that Masonry is a religion ... I had no alternative except to secede from the lodge. We are familiar with most lodge rituals; we know of none in which the name of Jesus Christ is mentioned. The hierarchy of the Assembly of God, in one of their publications a few years ago, criticized us because the name of Jesus was not mentioned in our rituals. Surely, we cannot satisfy all elements of the population. We might quote from a section of ritual which we think shows the true attitude of the fraternity: Freemasonry takes men by the hand and leading them to its altar, points to the open Bible, and urges each to faithfully direct his steps by the light he may find therein.

Freemasonry has no argument with religious fanatics! Sunday meetings: Our comment in last year's review concerning Sunday meetings drew some replies from our South Dakota brethren. Whether it will result in any great reduction in Sunday meetings we cannot say. One brother wrote us that his chapter and commandery had given up the practice after realizing they were breaking the moral law. Another brother writes that "the grand lodge has not been guiltless in this matter either. For a few years they held 'little grand lodges' meetings on Sunday-justifying their action because they did not open a lodge. . . . The whole matter is wrong but the Masonic 'powers' are seemingly in favor of it." And still another suggests that "you might be doing South Dakota a favor by commenting in your next report. Our brethren here do not seem to know that we are out of step with the best thinking in Freemasonry."

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It does not require much thinking to know that non-observance of Sunday is in direct violation of one of God's commandments, and a continuation of such a policy by any Masonic body will eventually result in the religious element of our fraternity withdrawing from it-and they constitute the largest, and probably the best, part. In answer to our inquiry, an officer of the Grand Lodge of South Dakota told us that "Grand Lodge law prohibits Sunday work, but the grand lodge is unwilling (apparently) to apply that law, or even extend it to other groups using Masonic Temples." Yes, South Dakota IS out of stepl THOSE KINDLY SPANIARDS

Freemasons cannot feel kindly toward the present Franco regime in Spain; it may be necessary to maintain military bases in Spain, but every well respected citizen will have to hold his nose while doing so. We have tried for a year or so to find out just what sort of a treaty we are tied up in Spain, but information is hard to get. At any rate, all touring agencies ask you to remove your Masonic emblems when traveling in that country. But read this 1955 dispatch from the New York Times of July 15, 1955, and you will realize the Spanish Inquisition is still in effect: SPANISH MASONS GET LONGER TERMS-Two to six years added to their original sentences of 12 to 20. By Camille M. Cianfarra. Madrid, July 15-The Government has increased the sentences of twentyone Spaniards convicted last November of having attempted to organize a Masonic lodge. Freemasonry is outlawed in Spain, as the Franco regime regards it as a subversive organization. According to some Spaniards, there have been no Masonic lodges in Spain since 1938. The twenty-one convicted Spaniards had been sentenced Nov. 22 to twelve to twenty years in prison. In rejecting their appeals, the Government added two to six years to the original sentences. The defendants, who, with one exception, had been released on "conditional liberty" pending their appeals, were taken into custody between June 24 and 26. Eighteen of the men were arrested in Barcelona, and two others--Enrique Bayona and Julio Llamacares Fernandez, in Madrid. Enrique Ramon Romero is already serving an eighteen-year sentence. According to well-informed Spaniards, defense lawyers contended in the appeal that the verdict should be reversed because the manner in which the trial had been conducted constituted a violation of the juridical guarantees and procedure embodied in the Spanish penal code. The November trial was held before the Tribunal for the Repression of Freemasonry and Communism. The judges were two generals and three members of the Falange party, including Jose Antonio Elola Olaso, head of the party's youth front. All were appointed by Generalissimo Francisco Franco, Chief of State. Spanish sources said that on the day of the trial lawyers were not permitted to enter the courtroom to defend the prisoners. These sources added that the

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trial was secret and that attempts to submit evidence in behalf of the defendants failed. APPEAL IN ANOTHER CASE

Another appeal was said today to be awaiting action by the Government in the case of a former Freemason who is serving a twelve-year sentence. The case as given by Spaniards is as follows: Pedro Carrera Rey, ,!6-year-old photo-engraver, fled to Bordeaux, France, during the civil war. In 1950 the Spanish Government announced that it would grant a political amnesty to all exiles who had not perpetrated common crimes. On Jan. 9, 1951, Senor Carrera Rey requested and obtained from the Spanish Consulate in Bordeaux a safe conduct to rejoin his family in Barcelona. When the exile explained to the consular officials that he had once been a Freemason but not for many years, he was assured that under the terms of the amnesty he would not be prosecuted. On his arrival in Barcelona early in 1951 Senor Carrera Rey was arrested, tried and convicted. For the last four years he has been serving his sentence in the Alcala de Henares prison, eighteen miles from Madrid. Freemasons will do well to avoid Spainl

BEQUESTS Massachusetts has a Matthew John Whittall Lodge, named for the donor of a building for the Masonic Home of Massachusetts. Mrs. Whittall was so pleased at the naming of a lodge in honor of her husband that she wanted to pay all expenses in connection with its establishment. The lodge decided otherwise, but since January, 1933, Mrs. Whittall has made three gifts to the lodge, totaling $3500.00, to be used at the discretion of the Master of the lodge. New Mexico has several bequests, one of them from Alpheus A. Keen, for almost half a century Grand Secretary of that jurisdiction, now totals $18,036.00; from the late Leon M. Abbott there is a bequest of $5,496.00. During the year, Oklahoma received a partial distribution from the Lew Wentz estate which amounted to $300,000.00. The potential value of the Wentz bequest is estimated to be in excess of one million. Thirty-three tracts of oil royalties or mineral rights, listed on the books, have a potential value of many thousands of. dollars.

CORNERSTONES In glancing over cornerstones laid by the Masonic fraternity, it is to be noted there are very few public buildings; the majority of cornerstone laying seems to be those of Masonic temples or churches. There was a time when cornerstones of most government buildings were laid by the Masonic fraternity. This custom almost ceased during the Franklin D. Roosevelt administration and has never been reactivated. In Delaware, the cornerstone of the Concord Presbyterian Church, at Wilmington, was laid by the Grand Lodge. The Grand Lodge of the District

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of Columbia laid the cornerstone of the Wisconsin Avenue Baptist Church, in Washington. The Grand Lodge of Georgia laid a number of cornerstones, including the Broad River Baptist Church at Eastanollee, the Eugene Talmadge Memorial Hospital at Augusta, the South Fulton Boys' Club at East Point, the new Agricultural Laboratory Building of the State of Georgia, the Kingtown Baptist Church at McCaysville, and the Judicial Building of the State of Georgia, at Atlanta. The new library of the Grand Lodge of Iowa had a cornerstone laying, and

Governor Donnelly assists In laying cornerstone of State Teachers' College, Kirksville, Mo. the Heiserman Library in West Union was laid under Grand Lodge auspices. The Grand Lodge of Minnesota laid a cornerstone for the new public library at Hibbing. The Grand Lodge of Nevada laid the cornerstones of three new school buildings at Carson City, and a new State office building at Las Vegas. In New Hampshire, the cornerstone of a new Parish House of an Episcopal Church was laid under Grand Lodge auspices. A cornerstone laying of former times was recalled by an emergent communication of the Grand Lodge of New Jersey to commemorate the laying of the cornerstone of the Monmouth Battle monument on June 28, 1878. The Grand Master. on that date, announced: "Every General, so far as known in the history of Monmouth Court House was a Mason tried and true. One of them was afterward Governor of New Jersey and Grand Master of Masons, and two others were also Grand Masters of New Jersey."

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The Grand Lodge of North Carolina laid the cornerstone of a new court house at Hillsboro; one of the articles contained in the sealed box was a letter from Hon. Adlai Stevenson regretting his inability to be present. When the Grand Lodge of North Carolina went out to lay the cornerstone for a lodge, located at Epsom, it was found "having arrived at the site of the new building that the slab, not a cornerstone, had been prepared for the ceremony, and the Grand Master ruled that he could not permit the slab to be laid with Masonic ceremonies in violation of their regulations." However, appropriate remarks were made by the Deputy Grand Master and the District Deputy, after which the Grand Lodge returned to the hall. In Ohio the Grand Lodge relaid a cornerstone of the Solon Federated Church at Solon, its cornerstone having been laid originally in 1841. The cornerstone of Western Hills Church of Christ in Cincinnati was also laid by the Grand Lodge, and the cornerstone of an addition to the Madisonville Baptist Church in Cincinnati was laid a month later; cornerstones of two school buildings were laid under Grand Lodge auspices. In Oklahoma the cornerstones of two public school buildings, one for white and one for colored children, were laid by the Grand Lodge at Hugo. The Grand Master of Oregon reports cornerstone laying of a Methodist Church at Mill City, a public school building at Tillamook, and a Presbyterian Church at Baker. He declined to lay the cornerstone of a new school building at Albany because of conflicting opinions and dissension within the community as well as the school board itself, indicating an unwillingness to have the Masonic fraternity participate. He also declined to lay cornerstones where buildings were nearly completed. The Grand Lodge of Texas refers to cornerstone layings as "leveling cornerstones." This ceremony was carried out for a Red Bluff elementary school building at Pasadena, a high school building at Azle, a Jewish synagogue at Galveston, and a school building at Carthage. A new hospital of the Eastern Star home, at Arlington, was dedicated by the O.E.S.; proceedings state the Grand Lodge did not level cornerstones when construction of building was substantially completed, but did attend ceremonies incident thereto. The Grand Lodge of Utah laid the tower stone of a new Methodist Church in Salt Lake City. The cornerstone of a new high school in Ketchikan, Alaska, was laid by the Grand Lodge of Washington. The Grand Lodge of West Virginia laid cornerstones for a Baptist Church at Milton, a Methodist Church at Lewisburg, and a school building at Wellsburg.

DONATIONS In going through the various proceedings we are pleased to note so many donations being made by individuals, and even by Grand Lodges, for charitable and educational purposes. In A labama, the family of the late Oliver D. Street donated the library of that distinguished Mason to the Grand Lodge. By a resolution adopted by the Grand Lodge of Arizona, the Grand Lodge may advance to any new lodge hereafter formed, the sum of $500.00 upon

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delivery of a dispensation to the lodge, which is to be repaid, without interest, within five years. The State Legislature in Arkansas7 having failed to include a fund for the purchase of drugs for patients at the State Sanatorium, at Booneville, the Grand Lodge, through its Grand Master, sent them $1,000.00 for immediate use and recommended payment of $4,000.00 to cover the interim between that date and the time of the meeting of the Legislature. This Grand Lodge erected a building for the Arkansas children's hospital; later it adopted a resolution providing for the building of a laundry for the Arkansas children's hospital; it adopted a resolution providing for the sum of $40,000.00 for this erection. During the year Delaware granted scholarships to four boys and girls, totaling $1,700.00; in the previous year it had paid out $1,345.00. The District of Columbia which annually pulls off a "Night of Thrills" reported the net proceeds of the 1953 production as $29,131.00. This jurisdiction has a blood bank, and during a three day period 345 donations of blood were made; during the past five years, this organization has supplied 14,026 pints of blood to the Red Cross, the total value of which amounts to $371,690.00. The outstanding work done at hospitals is that by the Grand Lodge of Minnesota at Rochester. Recently this service has been extended to the State Mental Hospital at Winona. The Grand Lodge of New Jersey made a contribution of $1,000.00 to the American Red Cross, and $1,000.00 to the Holland flood relief. In an address made before the Grand Lodge of New Mexico, the Grand Orator said: "Let us not delegate to others too much. It is neither philanthropy nor charity when a few brethren with the uplifted right hand vote away lodge funds to organizations over which it has no control. There is not much love of mankind when a committee, often of one man, sends a card or a potted plant because brethren are too busy. Let us not get too big to see those about us." In Vermont it was reported that the Federal Government had exempted gifts and legacies from income, estate and gift taxes, to Masonic bodies; that any living person giving to the permanent fund might include that gift with other contributions in his charity donations and receive exemption from personal income taxes to the extent, in the whole, of 20% of his adjusted gross income, and such donation may be deducted from donor's gross estate for tax purposes. To get these exemptions, whether in life or by will, the donor must very clearly state that the gift is to or for the uses of the permanent charity fund of the Grand Lodge. In West Virginia the Grand Master was asked for a ruling on the legality and propriety of contributing lodge funds to so-called charities. His reply was that a contribution of lodge funds to organized charities should not be made without the closest scrutiny. No lodge should vote approval until it has fully discharged its obligations to its own members and the craft generally. The lodge's duty of charity as taught and commanded, is to our own. This does. not conflict with, or discourage the individual contribution to charity nor attempt to control that instinct of men to help the less fortunate.

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EXTRANEOUS SOCIETIES It is rather interesting in reading the various proceedings to note the number of Grand Masters who have been made members at sight by officials of the Grotto. Such a procedure is reported in A rkansas, the ceremony taking place during a brief intermission at the conference of Grand Masters in Washington, D.C. The Grand Master of Kentucky received a similar honor at the hands of the Grand Monarch at a time and place not noted in the proceedings. Down in Florida the Grotto is causing the Grand Master trouble in operating bingo games; they were ordered to cease operations forthwith. The Grand Master of Florida ruled that it would not be permissible to join with the Eastern Star in the erection of a building under joint ownership. An amendment to their law which would provide that it was unlawful for any Master Mason to continue membership in an appendant body which publicly sponsors races, lotteries, etc., in violation of the laws and principles of Masonry was proposed by the committee on jurisprudence, but strange to say the amendment was not adopted. Probably too many members of appendant bodies in attendance. The Grand Master of Illinois had some troubles with appendant organizations. He discovered"A group of Masons in charge of Masonic Temples would set up bars in temples and permit outsiders to dispense alcoholic beverages, having all the aspects of a tavern. This condition existed in several temples in Chicago in direct violation of the Code. . . . One temple had gone to the expense of having an elaborate bar built into the temple as a permanent fixture, stating it would be an asset to the temple in case they should put the building up for sale."

The Grand Master was not uncertain as to his action; he notified the group that the bar must be removed, and it was. The Grand Master of Kentucky forbade the organization of the Sword of Bunker Hill, in Paducah; permission was also denied to form a Hiram Club at Dry Ridge; the Allied Masonic Degrees were forbidden to organize in Winchester. The Grand Master of Massachusetts had this to say about extraneous societies: "It is unfortunate at times that the Mason who affiliates with collateral Masonic bodies, or with organizations composed exclusively of Masons, apparently concludes that he is to be governed henceforth by a new set of ideas or practices."

Over in Maryland, the Grand Master was informed by the Potentate of the Shrine: "The Shrine takes no action as a result of a notice from the Grand Secretary advising that a member has been expelled for unmasonic conduct, . . . that they would take no action against the expelled member until they received a notice from the Scottish Rite or the Commandery."

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Masons and their immediate family relatives. It was assumed from the statement made that membership was conditioned upon male membership in the Masonic Fraternity. It appeared as if they were attempting to raise money by lotteries, which is forbidden by the Grand Lodge of New York. The Order of Amaranth was told that North Dakota was too sparsely settled, and the territory too extended, to justify the establishment of a second order for the ladies of Masonic families. A discussion of the use of Masonic lodge rooms by extraneous societies took place in the Grand Lodge of West Virginia. Past Grand Master Johnson said: "There are many ramifications in opening your lodge room to anybody. I have nothing against any group or any body or any organization, but I say to you that lodge rooms should be kept inviolate." Past Grand Master Sheets said he was not in favor of changing any Grand Lodge laws, whether it be to favor ladies, girls or boys organizations, that"We received a heritage in Freemasonry from our forefathers and here in the last few years we have been constantly attaching organizations to the tail of the Masonic kite. When we go to amending our laws to accommodate any organization, the first thing you know, they are going to push the Masons out and take over.... I can direct your attention to several places in the state where once in a while the Eastern Star will get a worthy matron and a worthy patron with the mistaken idea that they are all powerful, and it isn't but just a month or two until you have wide dissension among the brethren of the lodge." The Grand Master of Wisconsin was asked on more than one occasion whether it would be possible for the Eastern Star to hold rummage sales on temple property; another instance was whether the Eastern Star could hold a chili supper in the dining room of the temple, invite the public and charge a fee. In both cases the answer was NO. A committee in Wisconsin, composed of seven Past Grand Masters, said: "There are already in Wisconsin sufficient appendant Masonic bodies for men, women and children to fulfill the needs and desires of all members of the Masonic family. The influx of more such organizations can only result in overburdening the Masonic temples, many of which even now have insufficient time for the Masonic uses to which the temples should be devoted. After a new organization is admitted into one temple, it becomes difficult to refuse others."

FUNERAL SERVICE There is never a year in which some Grand Lodge has not had presented for its consideration a revision of the funeral service. We have not read the funeral service of each American jurisdiction, but those we have consulted appear to lack any consoling feature for the benefit of the relatives of the deceased. The "fire and brimstone" theories of our ancestors are obsolete and many Masonic funerals are not being held because of this partiCUlar feature. There is enough grief about death without resorting to funereal ceremonies which serve to play upon our sympathies. Arkansas had prepared a new monitor; it was suggested that before the monitor was printed the "funeral service heretofore printed in our monitor

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was antiquated and it was suggested that some of it might be eliminated." The Grand Lodge refused to go along with the committee. California considered striking out from the funeral service the words "cold blasts of autumn" and the "chilling blast of death." A committee which considered the proposal was unanimous in the opinion that no piecemeal amendment should be made. The result was appointment of a committee to make a thorough study and review. One section proposed was: "Though the cold winds of Autumn may lay them in the dust, and for a time destroy the loveliness of their existence, yet the destruction is not final, and in the springtime they shall surel y bloom again. So in the bright morning of the world's resurrection, though thy mortal frame be now laid in the dust by Death, thy Spirit shall spring into newness of life and expand in immortal beauty, in realms beyond the skies. Until then, dear Brother, until then, farewell."

In 1953, the ritual committee in New ]eTsey was directed to prepare a new burial service. It did so, but retained most of the original ritual; however, they did strike out two phrases: "We have but little of this world's consolation to offer," and "in their afflictive bereavement." In NOTth Dakota, the Custodians of the Work prepared recommendations for improvement of the burial service, which were adopted. One paragraph reads: "Soft and safe to thee, our brother, be this, thine earthly bed; bright and glorious be thy rising from it. May the earliest buds of Spring unfold their beauties over this, thy resting place; and here may Summer's last rose linger longest. Though the cold blast of Autumn may lay them in the dust, and for a time destroy the loveliness of their existence, yet their destruction is not final; for, in the bright morning of the World's Resurrection, may this, thy body, now laid low by the chilling blast of Death, come forth again in immortal glory, in realms beyond the sky! Until then our brother, Farewelll Farewell!"

MISSOURIANS Missourians do go places, but sometimes they never tell us about their visits so we have to resort to proceedings. In Illinois, we discover the presence of Orestes Mitchell, ]r., Harold L. Reader, and George M. Saunders, all of whom were received in Grand Lodge, the latter being Imperial Recorder of the 'Shrine. Grand Master Mitchell showed up at the 1954 communication of the Grand Lodge of Iowa, at the time being Deputy Grand Master. The Oklahoma proceedings report the death of Robert R. Meredith, D.D.G.M., on September 18, 1953; he was born at Bois d'Arc, Missouri. Lodges in Portland, Oregon, conducted the funerals of two Missouri brethren in 1953, one was W. H. Albohn of Gentryville Lodge No. 125, the other was Artie H. Goodwin of Beacon Lodge No.3. Visiting the Grand Lodge of South Carolina, in 1954, was Grand Secretary Reader. Past Grand Master Willis ]. Bray represented the Grand Master of Missouri at the meeting of the Grand Lodge of Texas. John L. Sawyer, who died January 7, 1954, at his home in Wyoming, was

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a Past Grand Master and one time State Senator; he was married at Thayer, Mo., May 24, 1918.

GAMBUNG Lotteries do not appear to bother legitimate Masonic bodies, but some of the so-called "associated groups" continue to cause trouble. In Indiana: "A youth organization holding regular meetings in one of our lodge halls, after receiving a suggestion of selling gift cards or tags, the lucky holder of which would receive a blanket or some other appropriate gift in return for a donation, planned to sell the gift cards on the street or at a county fair. The selection of the lucky card holder would be made at the close of the fair."

They were told that all forms of lotteries are prohibited in Indiana, both by the constitution of the State and the criminal laws; it was added that the Masonic fraternity which teaches respect for law and order does not permit the use of its temples for illegal purposes. "The project outlined is illegal and if not discontinued at once permission for the offending party for use of the lodge hall for its meetings will be withdrawn."

AMERICAN LODGES IN GERMANY More than one American Grand Lodge has established lodges in American occupied territory in Germany. One such jurisdiction is Connecticut, which has a lodge at Stuttgart, known as Stuttgart-American Lodge A. F. &- A. M., U.D. At a special meeting on November 19, 1953, a representative from Oregon Military Lodge U.D., at Frankfurt, Germany, paid them a visit, traveling 150 miles each way and presented the lodge with a check for $500.00. At a meeting which followed a month later, the President of the Ulm Square and Compass Club paid the Connecticut lodge a visit and presented them with a check for $83.00. A Washington birthday meeting on February 22 was attended by 250 Masons and their families and friends; the guest speaker was Major General ]. G. Van Houten, Commanding General of the 28th Infantry Division (not a Freemason). The meeting place of Stuttgart-American Lodge is Reichsbahn Direktion Building Annex, Stuttgart, Wuerttenberg-Baden. Stated communications are held on 2d and 4th Thursdays at 8:00 p.m. Sixty-four courtesy degrees were conferred during 1953; some were from Missouri, including James M. Marshall for Sikeston Lodge No. 310; Adrian E. Vieth for Essex Lodge No. 278; Eddie E. Loyd, Hopewell Lodge No. 239; Robert M. Slinkard, East Gate Lodge No. 630. We can imagine how hard it is for our brethren to confer degrees when we learn that officers of the lodge have been selected from different jurisdictions-Illinois, Canal Zone, California, Georgia, Vermont, Kentucky, Pennsylvania, New Jersey. Rhode Island has its Berlin Lodge No. 46, in Berlin, where it has existed since April 25, 1947. It holds communications on the 2d Thursday each month. A recent situation which existed in Berlin was investigated by the Grand Master of Rhode Island; it concerned the recognition of the United Grand Lodge of Berlin and the United Grand Lodge of Germany. The Master of Berlin Lodge reported that they had had no intercourse with the

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schismatic group in the United Grand Lodge of Berlin; this referred to the Weinmann group, for the United Grand Lodge of Berlin has become a part of the United Grand Lodge of Germany, generally recognized throughout the Masonic world. The membership of Berlin Lodge is now 255; during the year 1953-54, it held 10 stated and 18 special communications, conferring 79 degrees in that period.

HISTORICAL A monument is to be erected to Jonathan Drake Stevenson, first Grand Master of Masons in California and a member of California Lodge No. I, who lies buried in an unmarked grave in a common plot in a cemetery at Colma, Calif. A committee on Masonic History is doing a wonderful work. Since the publication of the four volume history, a number of errors and omissions have been discovered and these will be reported from time to time. It is hoped to publish an up-to-date history every twenty-five years. and lodges are asked to send in their histories. making them available for publication. A committee on history and research of the Grand Lodge of Delaware devotes its entire report to the history of Duncan Beard, who played an important part in the formation of the oldest lodge in the State. He died in 1797. The District of Columbia has its special committee on Grand Lodge History, and they have laid out a program for bringing the old Harper's History up to date; it was published in 1911. Georgia dedicated a marker to Samuel Elbert, who made a valiant stand, March 3, 1779, at the Battle of Brier Creek. In command of 60 Continentals and 160 Militia, surrounded on three sides by the British, he directed one of the most valiant stands in military history. He was about to be killed by the Redcoats when his life was saved by a British officer who was a Mason and who recognized Gen. Elbert as the Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Georgia. He was later exchanged for a British officer and was with Washington at Yorktown at the surrender of Cornwallis. Kansas is to observe its centennial in 1956. We are informed in advance that visitors will be introduced and officially recognized collectively. As one feature of the program the Grand Lodge history will be completed and published. Kentucky is to prepare a history of their Grand Lodge which will apparently be a digest of their proceedings, and pictures of the Grand Masters will be inserted. On January 12, 1953, the Grand Master of Massachusetts presented a citation to Paul Revere, a lineal descendant of their revered Grand Master Paul Revere. The recipient recently died. In a story of St. Marks Lodge, appearing in the Massachusetts proceedings, we learn that the City of Newburyport has always been in the forefront of Masonic history. Its St. John'S Lodge, instituted in 1766, was the second lodge in Massachusetts outside of Boston; King Cyrus Chapter, instituted in 1790, is the second oldest Chapter in Massachusetts, and Newburyport Commandery, instituted in 1795, is the first Commandery established in America. One of the interesting things appearing in the history of Wisdom Lodge, in Massachusetts, was the state-

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ment that during the dark anti-Masonic days, incident to the Morgan excitement, the Bible, regalia and furniture of the lodge was entrusted to the care of Daniel Spencer, a Mormon and charter member and Past Master of the lodge, who kept these articles secreted in the attic of his home until his departure for Utah. Nebraska will observe its centennial in June, 1957. The writing of the history is to be one of the projects in connection with this event; $2,000.00 has been set aside to defray necessary expenditures in the publication of the history, while $22,000.00 of reserve funds is marked for that observance. The Historian of the Grand Lodge of North Dakota has sent out questionnaires to the various lodges in the hope of securing material for a history. A special committee appointed for the purpose of investigating the original records of American Union Lodge No.1, in Ohio, discovered that the original minutes of 1776 to 1779 are now in the possession of the Grand Lodge of New York, and a photostat copy may soon be in the possession of the Grand Lodge of Ohio. Dr. J. J. Tyler has written a story of New England Lodge No.4, which was chartered in Ohio by the Grand Lodge of Connecticut in Revolutionary War days. Oregon is completing its history of Freemasonry; it is being written by chapters, one chapter being devoted to the period served by each Grand Master. John C. Wilkinson, Historian, has already prepared several mimeographed articles which have been distributed throughout the jurisdiction. The Grand Lodge of Tennessee has had painted a replica of the Andrew Jackson portrait which hangs in the Grand Secretary's office, and it is to be presented to the Ladies Hermitage Association for display at the old Andrew Jackson home. A Masonic history of Texas is being prepared by Brother James D. Carter; it is being done in connection with his work to obtain a degree of Doctor of Philosophy. John Spargo, Historian of the Grand Lodge of Vermont, has an article in the Vermont proceedings on John Barney, early day ritual instructor. During the month of September, 1955, the Grand Lodge of Virginia will observe the bicentennial of the birth of John Marshall by appropriate ceremonies in all lodges throughout Virginia. In 1957, the Grand Lodge of Washington will observe its centennial. A committee has been appointed to make a survey of the work to be done and an advance appropriation of $2,500.00 has been made. Wyoming is working on the history of its Grand Lodge. The proceedings record that the manuscript volume has been released to the Grand Historian for additional work.

HUMOR Pioneer Lodge, located at Somerset, Mass., recently observed its 90th anniversary. One of the old records had the following notation: "At this point the Worshipful Master interrupted the meeting to ascertain the source and character of certain obnoxious gases irritating the olfactories and apparently emanating from the culinary regions below. Upon investigation by the

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Inside Sentinel it was found that certain hydrocarbons were pouring from incompletely dosed jets. The correction of the condition was immediate; no damage was done; no one indicted for dereliction of duty, and the deliberations resumed." The Deputy Grand Master of New l'v[exico tells of his visit to the George Washington Masonic National Memorial building: "It just so happened that our bus pulled up and stopped at the side entrance, thus admitting us through the Shrine rooms on the first floor. Particularly interesting was the mechanical moving parade exhibit, with miniature figures representing drum and bugle corps, bands, and even some on camels. Also in this room is a replica or model of each of the Shrine's seventeen hospitals. "We then moved on up to the second floor where we entered the assembly room for our meeting. This room is built in the shape of a great amphitheatre, circular, with a long circular hall running around the top level, our R. W. Grand Secretary and myself were amused at our Most Worshipful Grand Master and two other Grand Masters who were appointed on the Committee for Nominations. None of them had ever met and in this large assembly room they just couldn't get together. Our Most \\Torshipful Grand Master finally wound up on the stage and was allowed to sign the committee report and make it legal."

The late Frank M. Totton, Past Grand Master of New York, introducing Chaplain Charles D. Broughton, of Buffalo, told this story: "They told me when he graduated from Seminary his first church was a very small one up in a small town in New York. He didn't have the silk stocking church he has now, just a small church, but he became very popular in that town almost overnight, so popular in fact that they invited him to join a noon-day luncheon dub three weeks after he came to town. Shortly after that they had the annual election, and they waited upon him and asked him if he would accept election as an officer. He said, '\\That do you want me to be?' "They said, 'We want you to be hog caller.' "Dr. Broughton said, 'Hog caller? No, I couldn't do that.' "They said, 'Well, it is a very important office in this dub. We have a president, vice-president, treasurer and hog caller, so you can see it is quite high brass.' "Finally, they prevailed on Brother Broughton to accept and he said, 'Well, all right, if you want me to be hog caller, why, hog caller it is, but I must confess to you folks that when I came to town a few months ago I had hoped that some day I might be known as the shepherd of the sheep, but certainly you folks know your own people better than I do." The Grand Master of Rhode Island had too many distinguished VISItors, and he got out of the crack in this way, according to the proceedings: "The Grand Master called upon M. W. Brother Hugh Reid, Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Virginia to speak for the group of our distinguished guests, explaining that due to the fact that our annual communication is confined to one day, it is necessary to forego the pleasure of hearing from each one." An idea that might well be copied in other jurisdictions. THE LUCAS SISTERS-ANNO AND ANNA

A bogus negro grand lodge, King William Grand Lodge of New Jersey, has carved on the cornerstone of their official headquarters, the words:

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Anna Lucas "Anna" was one of the "Lucas" girls. She was not related to Anno Lucis-which is a different tribe. COCKTAILS AND REVELS I We have some doubts about the following advertisement appearing under the heading of humor, but here it is, just as taken from an October, 1954, issue of the Kansas City Star: Ankara Grotto Fall Ceremonial, Ivanhoe Masonic Temple, Linwood and Park, Saturday, October 23, 1954. Revels 1:30 p.m. Dramatic section 2:30; Cocktail Hour 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. Dinner 6:30; Dance 8:30. All candidates must register in at 12:30 noon.

We can understand what the dinner and the dance are, but the "revels" are beyond us. And as to cocktails in a Masonic Temple-they must have been "fruit cocktails." THE BREAKING POINT

From Time Magazine, 1954, we take the following: In London, Albert Simmons won a divorce after testifying that when he got home from a Masonic dinner at 1:30 a.m. his wife peppered him with 18 freshly laid eggs. It might have been worse-if the eggs had not been freshly laidl WHAT-A NEW COMMITTEE?

One of our "contributing editors" in Northeast Missouri sends us a clipping from the Hannibal Courier-Post containing the story of an O.E.S. meeting; it tells of Hannibal O.E.S.'ers who attended grand chapter in St. Louis; then comes this gem: During the sessions, Bigger (Judge B.E., P.G.M.) was appointed to the Jurist Prudence legal committee. And here we always thought the word was Jewish Prudence? At any rate the committee was "legal." NOT GOING THAT WAY

This story concerns a former Grand Master of Ireland: In 1741, the Earl of Rosse fell sick and was not expected to live. While he had served as Grand Master of Freemasons in Ireland, his doings were not entirely above reproach, and so conspicuous a sinner was a fair mark for the well meant admonitions of the clergy, whom he had often shocked by some of his excesses; the gossip of the day was full of stories of the Earl's witty perversity under exhortations . . . twice, it would seem, during this fatal illness, benevolent clergymen made zealous efforts to recall the "transgressor" to the paths of righteousness. On the first occasion, the pious minister (they are always so-called), who had made his way to the bedside of the dying Earl, concluded an eloquent appeal, adjuring him to call on the Lord. The Earl found strength enough to reply, with awful flippancy: I doubt, reverend sir, if I be going that way; but if I do chance to find myself in his neighborhood, I will make sure of calling on his Lordship.

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HE TOOK BATHS

The following article concerns a once-prominent Missouri Freemason: Orson H. Swearingen has been elected to the lower house of the council of Kansas City ... The victory of Mr. Swearingen is a victory for the clean people . . . It was charged that Mr Swearingen played tennis and took a bath once a week, whether he needed it or not This was a serious charge and came very near lining up the Republicans. Mr. Swearingen met the issue bravely, however, frankly admitting that he bathed. He said it was a good thing, and urged the Republicans to try it. Many of them did, with the result that they became ashamed of the attitude of their party organ on the free baths project and voted for Swearingen. -Columbia, Missouri, Herald, July 14, 1899. A "WEE BIT 0' HUMOR"

In a dinner which followed the annual convocation of the Supreme Grand Chapter of Scotland, the proceedings record the following bit of humor: Companion Lyons spoke of the great pleasure it gave him to present the greetings of his Companions in New South Wales. He was a Glasgow man exalted in Australia and in Australia they did not hold it against him that he was a Scot. Australians said there were two pests in their country, rabbits and Scotsmen. They had myxomatosis to help them to get rid of the rabbits but nothing for Scotsmen! (Loud laughter.) SEE WHAT KING DAVID DID!

A bogus negro lodge, known as King David Grand Lodge A.F.&:A.M., whose headquarters in 1953 were at 144 Erskine, Detroit, Mich., applied for a liquor license, April 7, 1953. Page Bathsheba!

LIFE MEMBERSHIP Many Grand Lodges are toying with the idea of establishing life membership. One lodge in New York was found to have 205 life members and 103 regular members! The life members paid an annual assessment of $3.00, plus Grand Lodge per capita; the regular members paid the same assessment, but $10.00 annual dues. The amount was substantially short of meeting expenses of the lodge. The Judge Advocate stated: "It is thoroughly established in the laws of the Craft that no particular rights or exonerations accrue to an individual lodge member by the mere according to him of the status of a life member." The lodge in question was ordered to enforce payment of full dues from every member of the lodge who is not in such destitute circumstances as to be a proper object of Masonic charity. The one jurisdiction which appears to have satisfactorily carried out the life membership program is Oregon, where they have 5,697 life members. Income from the life membership fund for the year was $32,391.00; total investment of the fund is $715,106.00.

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LODGE FINANCING California is having some difficulty with temple corporations, incorporated for purposes other than those contained in a section of Grand Lodge law. This section provides: "A lodge must retain control of its own funds and property. . . . It may, after receiving consent from the Grand Lodge . . . cause a corporation to be organized for the purpose of purchasing, erecting or maintaining and holding title to real estate for a temple." There are several decisions regarding the expenditure of funds for Masonic charity. In practically every instance the law specifies that Masonic charity is that confined to strictly Masonic purposes-the relief of Freemasons and their families. "To expand this scope of charity work and take monies for such purposes only from the entertainment funds of the lodge adds nothing to the basic principle involved. Changing this law would open the door for solicitations from every quarter, and the lodge would have no control over the final disposition of the monies. Under such a plan the lodge would become a target for each member's particular non-Masonic pet charity." The Grand Master of the District of Columbia was disturbed: "By the measure of grief and concern over fund raising campaigns conducted by various organizations predicating their membership on Masonic affiliation. . . . Those selected to be in charge of the campaign are totally unfamiliar with the high aims of Masonry. Thus the reputation of the fraternity is damaged before those in authority know what is going on." He says this refers particularly to the organizations known as "Playgrounds of Masonry." One disturbing incident was the so-called "Moonlight rides down the Potomac": "In many cases this is all right, but sometimes as soon as the boat shoves off, gambling tables are set up on the lower deck, and raffies are conducted, not only for the members but for the general public. Another organization signed a contract with a Magic Show; thousands of tickets were sold and much soliciting for advertising was done by a battery of some six or seven professional telephone solicitors, who worked all the business and professional men in the city. These telephone solicitors are known to the police as Racketeers and their methods are not always ethical." The Grand Lodge of Kentucky found it could save a substantial part of $10,000.00 by not printing the usual roster of members. Our copy of the proceedings does not contain any such list, although we note an appropriation was made therefor. In Tennessee attention was called to a serious condition existing in many lodges where the funds or property of the lodge had been turned over to self-perpetuating building committees, corporations or boards of trustees. It was stated:

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"As a consequence of this the lodge has lost all control over its funds and/or property, with no voice whatever in its administration or even the operation of the building in which it meets. This is a very unhealthy situation and disturbing to the members of lodges in which it exists. A lodge should never incorporate anything in its By-Laws or take any other action which will be in derogation of its inalienable rights or those of its members. This is clearly prohibited under 'Constitutional Powers' of a lodge. As it is always within the power of the lodge to reconsider and amend or annul any former action taken by it, every lodge which has so relinquished or delegated any of its authority over its property or funds, should take immediate corrective action to restore to the lodge its rights and authority."

MASONIC PUBLICATIONS By Masonic Publications is meant not only those publications issued by a Grand Lodge and under its supervision, but also publications issued by outside parties, usually Freemasons, and it is this latter class that seems to be giving the most trouble to Grand Lodges. It is true the issuance of a publication by Grand Lodge involves considerable expense, and there is always a question as to whether it covers the territory sufficiently to justify the expense. In some states it appears to have been very successful, in other states difficulties are found. California is concerned with the abuse of so-called Masonic Publications and the prevalence of advertising solicitation which is very objectionable; fraud, high pressure and disreputable practice are found in many instances. It was said: "All Masons have declared that they were uninfluenced by mercenary motives in seeking admission to our fraternity, that Masonry abhors the use of its good name for commercial purposes and that advertising practices by so-called Masonic publications had, in numerous instances, reached the level of a racket which would not be tolerated by this Grand Lodge." Grand Lodge approval was withdrawn from Masonic News at Huntington Park, Square and Compasses, Seaboard and Eastern Star, and Southern California M asonic Journal. The Grand Lodge frowned on cook books, calendars, etc., purporting to be Masonic in character. The Grand Master of Idaho was forced to send a letter to all lodges in that jurisdiction which involved the use of the word "Masonic" in a publication. This publication had been enjoined from using the name by the Superior Court of the State of Washington April 6, 1954. The Grand Master said: "The basic evil lies in the fact that persons controlling these publications use the name, the good will and the prestige of Freemasonry to induce business people, both Masons and non-Masons, to take advertising space at rates out of all proportion to value received.... They misrepresent the publication when soliciting ads." A comparison of magazine costs is disclosed in the report made to the Grand Lodge of Texas; it ranged from $21,132.00 in 1951-52 to $54,991.00 in 1953-54; cash subscriptions increased from 9,629 to 28,229 in the same period. The average circulation is 38,607; number of copies issued, 39,410; :lnnual cost per subscription 69c.

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Publishers of the Masonic Review Digest) in Washington) came in for criticism at the hands of the Grand Lodge as a result of many protests made as to the methods used by the owners. Following a committee meeting it was decided that definite steps should be taken to protect the Craft in that jurisdiction against the unauthorized use of the word "Masonic" and the Square and Compass emblem. Suit was filed against the publication and it was thought only a short time would be involved in rendering a decision. The suit was vigorously prosecuted but a default judgment was taken against the concern and an injunction was given against the further use of the emblems by the defendants. Solicitations had been carried on mainly by telephone: The solicitors skillfully conveyed the impression that the publication was in the interest of the Masonic fraternity and that the funds would inure to the benefit of Masonic charities and other activities. The implication was given that if the business man failed to subscribe he would incur the dislike of members of the fraternity. Statements were made in Tacoma that the funds raised by advertising would be used to defray the expense of the session of the Grand Lodgel The committee reported: We found that for a business firm to make use of a name or trademark which had been well established by another firm, would be prohibited. We also found that an established fraternity or similar organization had been in many instances able to secure an injunction preventing another organization from using the name or emblem for its own purposes to the detriment of the first. These cases re the business firms were based upon the injury to the financial operations of the established company, and in the case of fraternities or fraternal organizations, it was based upon the confusion caused to the public and in part to the financial damage suffered by the established organization. Our theory was based upon the confusion created by the use of the Masonic emblem and the name "Masonic," and we had to steer clear of the possibility that the defendants might be enjoined from unfair and deceptive business methods and that they be allowed to use the name "Masonic" and the emblem. It was this latter that we wanted to prevent. \Ve finally framed the complaint, a copy of which is attached to this report, which alleged that the use of the name and the emblem in itself was a deception and therefore unfair, and to permit it would be to attack the very foundation upon which Masonry was based; that is, the good reputation of the organization and that it was this good reputation which was being undermined by the use of the name and the emblem by an unauthorized publication. When the matter was argued before the court, we were successful in our contention, and the Judge held that if we could prove the facts that we alleged, we would be entitled to an injunction. This, we believe is an entirely new application of the established principles, and we believe it is perfectly logical and just. Charges against the defendants and the decision of the court are printed in full.

MASONIC HOMES By unanimous vote of the Masonic Home Board in Alabama the application of Robert Taylor Butler was accepted as Superintendent. He was raised in the Masonic Home and had an outstanding record in school, college and business administration. A new dormitory for children is being erected in Alabama.

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In 1934, Arkansas had a home for children, with 105 children, an i operated at a cost of $25,434.00 per year. There was no State welfare department, social security, or survivor's insurance; today they do not have a hOI1e, but they do see that the widows and orphans entitled to benefits receive: them. There are now 16 children being cared for in this manner. A new one hundred bed Charles Smith Infirmary has been compkted by the Grand Lodge of New York; it is a monument to Richard A. RONlands, who succeeded in raising $1,100,000.00 before the building was begun; Commanderies in New York gave $25,000.00 for furnishings. The Hon.e now cares for 600 people. A land bequest to the Grand Lodge of Rhode Island and a Shrine ~~emple in that State is being used as a suitable place for the development of a program for Masonic youth activities. A benefit ball brought in $1,200.00 Reviewer Douglas, in Tennessee, notes the trend in administering charity is toward the Masonic Infirmary or Hospital, because able-bodied beneficiaries can be maintained satisfactorily outside of an institution. Our Virginia brethren engaged in discussion over funds used by :I. committee in the charitable work of that Grand Lodge. It was clear tILat the committee had gone beyond its powers in what they were doing. The discussion grew so acrimonious that one brother said: "I have been coming to the Grand Lodge for the last seven years and never in the history of this seven years have I spent such a day in Grand Lodge."

Even the Grand Master said: "I have been coming twenty-seven years or more and have never witnessetl it. . " We have had a difficulty, and we have solved it. Let's look to the future ani work together in harmony."

And so ended the discussion. In Wisconsin, Brother Robert W. Roberts left an estate of $1,036, JOO.OO. After certain funds were disbursed, the residue was to be divided (qually between the Masonic Home and the Little Sisters of the Poor. The Grand Master was of the opinion that the legal firm in Florida had been hired without necessary authority from Grand Lodge and that their confract f lVored the legal firm rather than the Grand Lodge. The argument was as to whether the powers of the Grand Master were greater than those )f the trustees. Fortunately, all matters have now been settled to the satisfacl ion of all parties concerned.

MASONIC TRIALS It is quite generally accepted as a Masonic fact that a Freemason is mbject to the Masonic law of the jurisdiction in which he resides. This was n)t officially decided in Missouri until Grand Master Rumer came into)ower. Being a lawyer of more than ordinary ability, he immediately sens(:d the necessity of placing Missouri in accord with the laws of other jurisdi:tions. California had a similar incident in which one of their members whet lived in Ohio, violated the Masonic law of that State by engaging in the ! ale of intoxicating liquor to be drunk upon the premises where sold. This "NaS in violation of Ohio law. He was tried and convicted in that state for unrnasonic conduct and was expelled. California law required that a similar cha'ge be

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filed in his lodge in California, which was accordingly done. His lodge tried him and acquitted him, but in 1952 the Grand Lodge of California had adopted a policy to the effect that a sojourning Mason should conform to the Masonic regulations of the jurisdiction in which he resides, and for a violation thereof should be disciplined in California by his own lodge; and if his lodge failed therein by this Grand Lodge. The committee, therefore, set aside the decision of the California lodge and found the accused guilty of the specifications as charged, and the penalty fixed at expulsion.

MASONIC BUILDINGS It is rather surprising the number of Grand Lodges now engaging in the erection of Grand Lodge buildings. California has a building project and has made an assessment in order to pay for it. In the District of Columbia we find the Grand Lodge busily engaged in an attempt to remodel its present building and make it more habitable. It seems that tenants on the first floor have been operating a movie show and its films have not been such as to add dignity to the organization which owns the building. In Florida there is a demand for rejuvenating a present structure which has become somewhat obsolete. Kentucky has just completed a Grand Lodge Building. New York Grand Lodge finds it necessary to make necessary alterations. The Grand Lodge of Ohio is moving to a new location and taking over a historical site. In South Carolina we find efforts to erect a building, but failure on the part of the Grand Lodge to vote the necessary money. They have $253,000.00 on hand, but will make no purchase of land or proceed with construction until there are sufficient cash assets to complete the project, which is good Masonic doctrine.

PERSONALITIES In reading proceedings we note more and more reference to men attending Grand Lodge who have distinguished themselves in political, civil and religious activities. In Illinois, Senator Dirksen, a member of Pekin Lodge No. 29, delivered an address as Grand Orator; it was a patriotic address, with no reference to Freemasonry except in his opening words: "Worshipful Grand Master and, I may say very simply, my brethren." Bishop F. Gerald Ensley, of the Des Moines area of the Methodist Church, addressed the Grand Lodge of Iowa very briefly. By way of explanation he said: "I am not exactly sure I should be accorded such an honor in such a place, because my Masonic attendance is a good bit like some of the Masonic brethren's attendance at church. It is largely confined to state occasions. . . . "As a churchman, I honor the Masonic Order for its idealism,"

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Congressional delegation, a fine group of men and Masons, and all Republicans. New York proceedings report the death of Harvey W. Corbett, who, in 1941, received the New York Grand Lodge achievement award. In the same proceedings we find record of the presentation of the 1954 award to Thomas j. Watson, President of the I.B.M. Company, one of the great national business corporations. In Rhode Island, the committee on hospital service program reported that on its program of October 21 was Brother Curtis Gowdy, announcer for the Boston Red Sox. Robert Archer Cooper, who died August 7, 1953, was a Past Grand Master of South Carolina. He was twice elected Governor of South Carolina and served in various important positions in the Federal Government, including that of Federal Judge in Puerto Rico until his retirement in 1947. Texas is quite proud of their Robert B. Anderson, who addressed the Grand Lodge at its 1954 communication. He was born in Burleson, Texas, in 1910, graduated at the Texas public schools and the University of Texas law school; he taught in the public high school and the University law school; he served with distinction in the Texas Legislature; he has been director and president of more large corporations than anyone man in the State of Texas. In 1953, he was appointed Secretary of the Navy, later Deputy Secretary of Defense. Before he went to Washington, he was an elective officer of his lodge in Vernon, Texas; he returned from Washington to become Master. His address before the Grand Lodge made no reference to Freemasonry. We regret to learn of the death of our friend, j. Melvin Evans, of Wyoming. He attended the conference of Grand Masters in Washington in 1954 and left almost immediately for Amman, Jordan, to visit his daughter Jane. At the annual communication of the Grand Lodge of Wyoming' a letter was read from Brother Afif S. Khoury, Master of Golden Throne Lodge at Amman, Jordan, telling of a resolution adopted by that lodge "to commemorate the grave of Brother Evans and build it out of King Solomon stone-quarries. Brother Evans died in Amman and was buried in the City of Jerusalem; this was in accordance with his wish." Albert Sidney Camp, congressman from Georgia, died July 24, 1954. Melvin S. Henderson, international orthopedic surgeon, at Rochester, Minn., died June 17, 1954. U. S. Senator Lester C. Hunt of Wyoming died June 19, 1954. Charles Lederer, counsel for Sears, Roebuck & Co., Chicago, Ill., died April 30, 1954. judge Graham B. Smedley, ju~ge of the supreme court of Texas, Austin, Texas, died June 16, 1954. Alvin R. Sweeney, medical director, U. S. Public Health Service, Chevy Chase, Md., died April 17, 1954. Dr. Robert ]. Wilkinson, internationally known surgeon, Huntington, W. Va., died Sept. 14, 1953. Gov. H. S. Beardsley was killed in an auto crash near Des Moines, Iowa, Nov. 21, 1954. Senator Claude B. Ricketts, who died in 1951, left an estate of $866,268, $45,664 going to the Masonic Home of Missouri and $1,000 each to Shriner's

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Hospital and Scottish Rite Benefit Fund. Taxes reduced the estate to $300,-

OOO! Mrs. Louise Shafer of St. Louis, Mo., left three-fourths of her $200,000 estate to the Shriner's Hospital, and one-fourth to the Masonic Home. Dr. Tolman W. Cotton, senior P.G.M. of Missouri, died February 7, 1955, at his home in Van Buren. Frank M. Totton, past grand master of New York, and a vice-president of the Chase National Bank died Nov. 1, 1954 in Miami Beach, Fla., while on a vacation trip with his wife; he is survived by three sons. We have just been informed of the death of E. E. Golay, Feb. 27, 1954, in Geneva, Switzerland. He was a prominent jeweler in that city and active in the C.B.C.S. or Great Priory of Switzerland. Jesse C. Adkins, justice of Supreme Court of the District of Columbia, a native of Tennessee, died in Washington, March 29, 1955. Chas. T. Butler, native of Oregon, Mo., attorney for the Missouri Pacific lines, died in Beaumont, Texas, Feb. 20, 1954. Rush C. Butler, general counsel for the Interstate Commerce Commission and other governmental agencies, died in Hollywood, Calif., Jan. 12, 1953. George H. Davis, educated in the Kansas City, Mo., public schools, grain operator, chairman Missouri State Highway Commission (1942-46), president U. S. Chamber of Commerce 1937-38, and president of the American Royal Livestock Show 1938-40, died in Kansas City, May 5, 1955. John H. Joss, general counsel of the War Assets Administration, 1946-47 and member of the Renegotiation Board, 1951, and all-American football (Yale 1925), died March 30, 1955, Indianapolis. John P. Senning, university professor, born Rotenberg, Germany, member of the Nebr!ska legislature, drafted unicameral legislature plan for Nebraska, author, died in Lincoln, Nebr., Dec. 4, 1954. Paul V. McNutt, former Governor General of the Philippines, and later High Commissioner, died March 24, 1955. Sir Alexander Fleming, discoverer of penicillin, died in February, 1955. Major General 111m. G. Everson, of Oregon, died Sept. 3, 1954; he had a distinRuished military and Masonic record. Philip Crossle, noted Irish historian, died in January, 1954. He and the late J. Heron Lepper were authors of a one-volume History of Freemasonry in Ireland. Andrew Bell Benedict, university administrator, died May 18, 1953, Nashville, Tenn.; he was a vice-president of Ward-Belmont, and a trustee of Vanderbilt University. Dr. Walter Coleman Buckner, died Sept. 12, 1953, clergyman active in religious affairs of Methodist Church; pastorates in Los Angeles, Glendale and Pasadena churches. Bowman Elder, railway executive, died June 10, 1954; active in American Legion, Amercian Red Cross, S.A.R. and other organizations; president and director of Southern Indiana Railway; served as captain in World War I. Robert H. Jackson, U. S. Supreme Court Judge, died Oct. 9, 1954; assistant attorney general, general counsel Bureau of Revenue, solicitor-general, associate justice (1941).

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Nathan William MacChesney, lawyer, died Sept. 25, 1954, Chicago, Ill. He served in World War I as Judge Advocate G.H.Q.; was a brigadier·general of Illinois National Guard; received several foreign awards; interested in child· labor laws and social reform. Henry S. MacKay, lawyer, counsel for Hearst Publications; Lt. Commander U. S. National Reserve; director, Pacific Mutual Ins. Co., and served on many state and national boards. He died in Los Angeles, July 5, 1954. Robert H. Montgomery, lawyer and accountant, died in New York City, May 2, 1953; served in Spanish-American War; served on several War Boards and had written many volumes on tax-procedure. John Paul Owen, naval officer, died June 14, 1954, San Francisco; fleet surgeon in World War I and II; was born in Milford, Mo. Ruth Bryan Owens, daughter of Wm. J. Bryan, buried Copenhagen, Den· mark, July, 1954. Dr. Luther W. Stalnaker, born Pleasant Hill, Mo. (1892), died July 12, 1954, Des Moines, Iowa. Member U. S. Cultural Mission to Japan, professor of oratory and philosophy. General Chas. P. Summerall, U. S. Army, died in Washington, D.C., May 14, 1955. He was made a Mason "at sight" in South Carolina. He came in for criticism for having ordered a charge of his troops the day before Armistice was signed in World War 1. He was an active member of Supreme Council, A.A.S.R., S.M.]. Berryman Henwood, for several years a member of the Supreme Court of Missouri, died March 7, 1955, in Jefferson City, Mo. John W. Davis, former ambassador to Great Britain, died March 24, 1955; in 1952 he had received the New York Grand Lodge Award for his work in Humanities; he was a one-time candidate for president; he had been given the title of Senior Grand Warden by the United Grand Lodge of England (July, 1919), when the Duke of Connaught was Grand Master-and in the presence of 10,000 brethren. He was a member of Hermon Lodge (W. Va.) No.6, being initiated in 1898. State Senator Claude B. Ricketts died January 12, 1951; his estate, recently probated, shows that he left $1,000 each to Tuscan Masonic Lodge, the A.A.S.R. Benefit Fund, and the Crippled Children's Hospital. Homer Ferguson, former U. S. Senator, has been named as ambassador to the Philippines. An article appeared in the March 14, 1955, issue of the Kansas City Star about Clarence Cannon, Missouri representative in Congress. William Brucker, ex-governor of Michigan, a past grand commander of Knights Templar of Detroit Commandery, has been named secretary of the army. John William Tate was mentioned in a Moberly Press dispatch of Dec. 29, 1954, as having been installed for his fiftieth consecutive year as secretary of Moberly Lodge No. 344; he has been chapter secretary for 49 years and commandery recorder for the same period. Tribute was paid to Bro. Tate by Bro. Richard]. Chamier, prominent Randolph county citizen. He has since died. When Orestes Mitchell, grand master, attended Saxton Lodge in St. Joseph, he found not enough members to fill all of the lodge stations, so he sat out-

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side and did the duties of tiler until time came for his reception officially. The St. Joseph News-Press gave considerable space to the story. - Fire destroyed the Masonic Hall at Liberty, Mo., the night of Feb. 6, 1955; the building was erected in 1886; the building loss was estimated at $85,000 and paraphernalia valued at 10,000. One of the items lost in the fire was an altar used by the lodge since 1840. Insurance can never replace some losses. Rev. E. W. Potts, long-time resident of Kansas City, Mo., and active Shriner, was transferred Nov. 22, 1954, to St. Joseph, Mo., to the Methodist Church at that place. In the "50-year ago" column of the New York Herald Tribune, it was stated: The International Bureau of Freemasons forwards a message to the different lodges in Europe and America, asking Russia and Japan to conclude an armistice in order to bring about peace honorable to both nations.

What happened to Liberty's Lodge hall might happen to yours.

Page the International Bureau, 1955. Associated Press dispatch of

February 24, 1955 (Tokyo dateline), stated: A Masonic lodge which will include in its membership some of the most prominent men in Japan will be organized March 1, it was announced today. Rituals will be conducted exclusively in the Japanese language. The lodge will be known as the Kamo Masonic Lodge. Dispensation has been granted by the Grand Lodge. (Philippines?)

John W. Calhoun, active St. Louis Freemason, was honored in December, 1954, by being awarded a plaque for his seven years of service as chairman of the south side branch of the Y.M.C.A. A photo accompanied the news article. Senator Stuart Symington, Lt. Gov. James T. Blair and Attorney General John M. Dalton were listed in the St. Louis newspapers as having received some of the higher degrees Nov. 16, 1954. Milton Miles Lory of Sioux City, Iowa, was elected President of the Sons of the American Revolution at the national convention held in Williamsburg, Va. He is a lecturer, world traveler, and member of both rites of Freemasonry.

PETITIONS If there is one failing in the Masonic fraternity, it is failure to properly investigate the character of those who enter its portals, and when it accepts

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in its memberhip one who has not been thoroughly investigated, it runs the chance of reaping its reward at a later date. In Louisiana the Grand Master says he has been greatly disturbed in a number of instances at the laxity of those who are appointed on committees of investigation: "Too many times those brethren have failed in their duty and those who are unworthy have been allowed to enter our fraternity. It is inconceivable to me that a brother will accept appointment on a committee of this nature and then be so neglectful and careless in his duty as to run the risk of burdening his brethren and his lodge with a member who is unworthy and who may later cause trouble and embarrassment to the lodge." In Nevada the Grand Master hastened to reduce the time for conferring the degrees in order to enable brethren so raised to petition for higher degrees.

RECOGNITION From the proceedings of Grand Lodges we take the following information as to recent recognitions extended and denied:

Argentina: Recognized by Nebraska; action deferred by Florida. Austria: Action deferred by Georgia. Baja, Calif.: Recognized by Wyoming; action postponed by Delaware. Belgium: Recognition denied by Wisconsin. Brazil: Bahia recognition postponed by Arkansas, Delaware, Georgia, recognized by Kansas, Vermont. Paraiba recognized by Vermont, recognition denied by Virginia. Parana recognized by Rhode Island postponed by Connecticut, Louisiana; denied by South Carolina. Piaui recognized by Iowa, Minnesota, New Jersey, South Carolina denied by Connecticut. Rio de Janeiro recognized by Massachusetts. Sao Paulo recognized by Arizona, Kansas, postponed by Indiana, Iowa, withheld by Wisconsin; withdrawn by Connecticut. China: Recognition postponed by Arkansas, Delaware, Georgia. Denmark: Recognition denied the Grand Lodge of Denmark by Delaware, and action postponed by Minnesota. Filipina, Republica: Recognition denied by Connecticut, Louisiana, Maine, North Dakota, Utah; postponed by Minnesota. Finland: Recognized by Indiana. France: NGL recognized by Arizona, Florida, Minnesota, Nebraska, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota. Recognition of the Grand Lodge continued by Louisiana; denied by Delaware, Maine, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Wisconsin; no action taken by Florida; postponed by Georgia; and to be investigated by New Jersey. Germany: UGL recognized by Minnesota, Nebraska; postponed by Georgia, Maine. GL of Berlin action postponed by Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Minnesota, Texas; recognition denied by Rhode Island. Greece: Recognized by Oregon, South Dakota, Tennessee, Wyoming; action postponed by Georgia. Guatemala: Recognition withdrawn by Alabama. Iceland: Recognized by Indiana, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Tennessee. Israel: Recognized by Arkansas, District of Columbia, Idaho, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oregon, Rhode Island, South

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Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin. Action postponed by Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Minnesota, Ohio. Italy: Recogmtion denied Serenissima by Wisconsin; Grand Orient recognized by Arkansas. Mexico: Valle de Mexico recognized by Alabama, Tennessee; recognition denied by Kansas; postponed by Nebraska. Unida Mexicana recognized by Rhode Island. Nuevo Leon recognized by Iowa, Rhode Island. Cosmos of Chihuahua recognized by Wyoming. Recognition denied Mexican Grand Lodges by Maine. Netherlands: Recognized by Nebraska. Norway: Recognized by Indiana. Peru: Recognized by Arizona, Delaware, Rhode Island; action postponed by Kansas, Wisconsin; denied by Texas. Swiss Alpina: Recognized by Nebraska. Syria-Lebanon: Action postponed by Ohio. Tasmania: Recognized by Nebraska. Trieste: Action postponed by Delaware. Venezuela: Action postponed by Georgia.

RESEARCH LODGES Sufficient time has not expired to enable us to judge as to the advantages of lodges of research and their permanency. Nevertheless many jurisdictions are taking up the work and apparently are, temporarily at least, successful. In Arizona the Grand Master thought the question of large lodges could be settled by requiring lodges over 350 members to become a Lodge of Research, without the power to initiate, pass or raise members; when the lodge decreased to 300 members, it would again revert to its former status. The committee on jurisprudence very wisely disagreed with the Grand Master, believing that the large lodges could solve the problem by voluntarily insuring the formation of new lodges. After all, it is impossible to force men into a research lodge. Arkansas Research Lodge continues to issue its transactions as a part of the Grand Lodge proceedings. This year we have Volume II, No.2. The principal objection to the Arkansas type of lodge is that it is too small, probably not more than 20 members. Expense of operation of so small a lodge would prevent its being of great service to the craft. The Research Lodge of Oregon is handling an educational program for the Grand Lodge and asked $2,500.00 to carry out the provisions. Their report was adopted, but the budget was rejected. In other words, they might do the job, but they would do it without expense. An article in the Kansas City Star of Wednesday, December 3, 1954, tells of a Masonic apron 296 years old which has been given to George C. Marquis, the Independence historian who has been acquiring Masonic articles for the Lodge of Research Library which are to be housed in the new Truman Library at that place. A typewritten letter testifies that the apron "was owned and brought to America by William White on the Mayflower." If so, the apron would have been 334 instead of the 296 years. N ow the Grand Lodge of England was formed in 1717, almost 100 years after the Mayflower arrived in America. The aprons worn by Freemasons of that day were simple leathern aprons of considerable length. The apron shown in the picture which accompanies the article is of a 19th century

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apron. We are hoping the Lodge of Research does not claim too much antiquity for their prized apron.

RITUAL The Grand Lecturer of California called attention of the Grand Lodge to the use of lantern slides in giving the lectures of the first and third degrees. The committee ruled that lantern slides and pictorial representations were not part of the lectures as taught in California and could not be used. Code or cipher rituals had appeared in certain parts of the state and these were violations of Masonic law. A recommendation of the Grand Master of Delaware was for a standard ritual for the opening, calling on and closing of the Grand Lodge. The Grand Master of Florida recommended that a master copy of the ritual be made and kept under proper security. He found that in the fortynine jurisdictions in this country, twenty-nine have a master copy and sixteen of the twenty-nine have a code. Only twelve jurisdictions have neither master copy nor code. The matter was very quickly settled when a Past Grand Master moved "that our esoteric work be not reduced to writing." We are informed that after much discussion a vote was taken and the work will not be reduced to writing. In the Grand Lodge of Alinnesota a resolution was presented to issue a cipher ritual. It was passed over until the 1955 communication, but in the meantime will be investigated by a special committee. New Mexico has the Deputy Lecturer plan of instruction. There are forty-nine Deputy Lecturers and two hundred forty-five Masonic instructors, the oldest of these is Brother Harvey S. Lutz, a member of Montezuma Lodge No. I, at Santa Fe; he is now eighty-nine years old. In Texas, brethren who owned cipher books were given the option of appearing before the lodge, admitting their error and apologizing, or having charges preferred against them. In Vermont, a committee on Grand Lodge Ceremonials issued a report proposing ceremonials for Grand Lodge procession, Grand Lodge opening, installation of Grand Lodge Officers, laying of cornerstones, constituting a new lodge, and dedicating Masonic halls. The report will be voted on in 1955.

MISCELLANEOUS In many jurisdictions the Past Master of a lodge is not, by reason of his being a Past Master, entitled to cast a vote in Grand Lodge. In Alabama, an attempt was made to make a Past Master eligible, but a committee failed"To see the expediency of altering the official structure of the Grand Lodge at this time and recommended that it be not approved and be not submitted to the subordinate lodges for action."

The report was adopted. Arkansas is trying out its own hospital VIsItation service; it is paid for through a 10 cents per member assessment. When first proposed authority was given for a trial operation at the Veterans Hospital in Fayetteville. The head of the hospital expressed the belief at that time that the service was not

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needed, but after five months operation decided that it was not only good for the Freemasons but good for the Veterans Administration. While DeMolay is not officially sponsored in California, the Grand Lodge is friendly to the organization. As early as 1924 a committee on general purposes reported that it was in entire accord with the movement, but did not feel that the Grand Lodge should take over responsibility for the movement. Their attitude is reconfirmed in 1954 by the statement: "Your committee considered it not at all unlikely that authorized sponsorship of DeMolay Chapters would soon lead to embarrassing demands for similar sponsorship of other organizations claiming alliances with Masonry, responsibility for which this Grand Lodge cannot accept."

During a recent political campaign in California, a candidate for public office, who was a member of a lodge, broadcast over the state a letter seeking support. In the letter these words were used: "To my Brothers of the Masonic Fraternity, I say," then followed an appeal for the votes of Masons because of his membership. This was regarded as an entire disregard for the rules of propriety and the laws of the institution, and Masonic charges were ordered preferred against him. In other instances different methods were used, many questionable, but not sufficient to warrant preferring charges. The Grand Master called attention to the attitude of the brethren to this growing tendency to misuse membership in the fraternity in political campaigns. Connecticut has a law suit on its hands. It was instituted by Willard M. Boteler and involves a claim for $100,000.00 damages. The brother claims to have been injured while receiving his Master Mason degree. It appears that the lodge and many of the brethren had their property and bank accounts tied up because of this damage suit. Primarily the suit is against Annawon Lodge No. ll5, the Temple Association of West Haven, Conn., and several members of the fraternity. The Grand Lodge was assured that these attachments would be released and discharged upon the substitution of a surety bond. The Grand Master and Grand Secretary were authorized to arrange such a bond depositing $25,000.00 in securities if necessary. Reviewer Allmond, Past Grand Master in Delaware, after reading numerous addresses of Grand Masters, finds one in West Virginia which he thinks is the acme of clarity, and at the same time of brevity. The author of the address is Delbert T. Robinson who states he "has not mentioned such matters as come within the province of other reports." Our Brother Allmond says: "We are just old fashioned enough to feel that a Grand Master's address should be an exposition of his official acts and should not contain matters which do not pertain to symbolic Masonry. Visits to O.l!.S., Shrine, Tall Cedars, civic and service clubs, etc., are not official acts and do not merit inclusion in a report to Grand Lodge. Such visits may be pleasant and enjoyable, but are they official a'Cts of the Grand Master which must be reported?"

At the same time he has another pet peeve, which he states: "On April 1, accompanied by Mrs. Doe and R. W. Ralph Roe, D.G.M. and Mrs. Roe, I attended an annual communication of the M. W. Grand Lodge of Utopia, where we were royally greeted and spent a most enjoyable time in Grand Lodge."

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We read this same statement and were of the same opinion as our Delaware friend. The names and places are fictitious, but the facts are not. The inference was that the ladies had become eligible to attend Grand Lodge communications. We wonder whether our Delaware reviewer overlooked the conclusion of many addresses in which ample credit is given the wife of the Grand Master for her assistance in preparing his report and accompanying him on his many visitations. In Florida a member applied to Grand Lodge for a certificate of membership, coming from a defunct lodge. The applicant was eighty-two years of age, was receiving old age assistance and has not been a dues paying member for twenty-four years. Did he get back? You guessed itl The Grand Master of Florida attended an open air meeting and found 1,500 brethren in attendance. The lodge was opened in a small glade between two large Indian mounds, on which the brethren were seated. The Grand Master tells us: "The outstanding feature of this meeting was the privilege I had in making my brother a Mason at sight."

It would appear to us to have been a little more ethical had the candidate been any other than an immediate relative. The Grand Secretary of Indiana is able to make a fine alibi as a result of certain directives which have been issued to him. He is not to give any information on the telephone to any person under any circumstances; he will not discuss controversies with a non-member under any circumstances; complaints involving controversies will not be received verbally from any person in or out of the office, unless accompanied by a signed statement. Illinois seems to be having more trouble disciplining its members than any other Grand Lodge, while violations of law appear to range from bingo playing to boxing, and there are a number of incidents where lodges have failed to make the necessary investigation and later discovered to their dissatisfaction that they had elected unsatisfactory material. Some investigating committees were lax in their investigations. Members of one lodge attended a golf tournament rather than attend the funeral of a member, with the result that they received a reprimand in open lodge for their neglect of duty. The Grand Master ordered expulsion of eight brethren ranging from embezzlement to robbery and violation of internal revenue code. Iowa listed Brother W. O. Hopkins, member of Faithful Lodge No. 448, at Runnells. Iowa, who was raised a Master Mason April 11, 1878. The Grand Master of Iowa was asked whether a member of the Moslem faith was eligible to petition for the degrees and, if so, would they be permitted to use the volume of the Sacred Law of the Moslem Faith in obligating him. The reply was: "He should be permitted to take the obligation on the book which to him is the volume of the Sacred Law, fQr to deny that right would be to deny the universality of Freemasonry."

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and its warrant is dated January 19, 1871. The lodge has a membership of 143, which is a loss of 6 over the previous year; it has 23 Past Masters and was represented by seven of its members at the Grand Lodge of New Jersey. New York maintains a District Grand Lodge in Syria-Lebanon; Brother Khalid E. Tabet serves as District Deputy Grand Master. There are nine lodges in the area-three located at Beirut, one at Damascus, one at Amioun, one at Baakline, one at Zahleh, one at Merdjayoun, one at Tripoli. Their membership ranges from 22 at Zahleh to 234 at Syrio-American Lodge No.1, at Beirut; there are three lodges in Beirut, with a total membership of 552. The outstanding event in the life of the fraternity in Tennessee was the visit on August 4, 1954, of a group of 38 Cuban Freemasons and their families, headed by Dr. Carlos M. Pineiro) Grand Master. They came by special bus from Atlanta, Ga., and were en route to Oklahoma City; from there they were to go to San Francisco. The object was to build a better relationship with American Freemasons and to urge attendance at the dedication of their Grand Lodge building in Havana February 27, 1955. Calvin Behle, Grand Orator in Utah) gave a ten page address on Mormonism and Masonry under the heading "A Look Today at an Old Utah Problem." The Grand Lodge of Washington has fifteen lodges in the Alaskan area, with a total membership of 2,617.

UNUSUAL The Grand Orator in Alabama told several interesting stories. He quoted a letter of 1682 addressed to a certain John Higginson. It stated that a ship named Welcome was on the high seas headed for America. On board was a group of Quakers led by William Penn. The General Court had given a secret order to a Master to waylay the ship and to take Penn and his followers captive; in turn they were to be sold into slavery in exchange for sugar and rum. The letter ended with these words: "And we shall not only do thye Lord great services by punishing thye wicked but shall make great gayne for his ministres and people." "Yours in ye bowels of Christ." "Cotton Mather."

God seems not to have intervened for neither ship ever sighted the other and Penn never knew of the attempted kidnapping. On September 18, 1953, at 5:45 a.m., brethren of Arizona assembled in the lodge room of Grand Canyon Lodge and opened the Grand Lodge. Then came a cafeteria breakfast. The brethren were taken into the Canyon; many were forced to remain behind because of lack of ample transportation. The party stopped at "Big Shade," where the first and second degrees were conferred. They returned to the rim of the Canyon at 6:00 p.m., where the Grand Master was officially received. On the following day the third degree was conferred at the Hurst Ranch, fifteen miles east of El Tovar; 115 brethren were present. In Florida) a petition was presented for the degrees but because the petitioner could not physically conform to the ceremonies the Grand Master refused a dispensation, whereupon the petitioner began writing letters to the

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Grand Master. Becoming convinced that the Grand Master's final answer was no" he again wrote the Grand Master a letter: H

"In which he vilified, in the foulest language, the Grand Master and the two immediate Past Grand Masters, who likewise had refused to grant dispensations for the reception of the petition."

Believing that the petitioner might attempt to file his petition in some lodge not aware of the facts, the Grand Master issued an edict prohibiting any lodge in Florida from accepting the said petition. A Florida lodge inquired as to how they should proceed to restore a member to good standing who had been reported killed in action in 1951, while on duty in Korea, but who was now an exchange prisoner en route home. It was suggested that his name be restored to the roll of membership of the lodge, whereupon he would be liable to the lodge for his 1951 dues, and all subsequent dues. Hailey Lodge No. 16, in Idaho 7 held its ninth annual meeting on the summit of Bald Mountain, near Sun Valley; 300 visiting Masons attended. An ice carnival, which followed a barbecue, was attended by 1,200 people. Burley Lodge No. 68, Idaho, held its tenth outdoor meeting on Mt. Harrison, ten miles south of Albion; because of the weather an adjournment was taken to the lodge hall, where the program was carried out. An Idaho lodge was denied a dispensation to conduct its business with a quorum of five. A group of Freemasons, members of Arctic Circle Masonic Club No.1, of Narsarssuak, Greenland, wrote to the Grand Lodge of Iowa enquiring as to how they might form a lodge under the Grand Lodge of Denmark for the benefit of the members of the Armed Forces in Greenland. Our readers might recall that a year or so ago a lodge at Abingdon, Iowa suffered the collapse of their ninety-year-old building, in which some eighty of the brethren, with all the lodge equipment and fixtures, including a piano and coal-burning heating stove, fell fifteen feet to the ground floor. Several brethren suffered broken backs, one a fractured skull, two with leg or foot fractures, and several with scratches and bruises. Voluntary subscriptions were accepted to the amount of $1,051.00; one anonymous contribution was thought to be from a member of the Knights of Columbus. Etoile Polare Lodge No.1, meeting in New Orleans, La.) uses the Scottish Rite ritual in the French language; Perseverance Lodge No.4 uses the same ritual in English; Cervantes Lodge No.£' uses the same ritual in Spanish; Germania Lodge No. 46 uses the same ritual, but has changed from German to English on its 100th anniversary. Veterans at the hospital in New Hampshire found a scarcity of picture post cards. The Grand Lodge supplied 10,000 of these cards, donating them to all patients who desired them. Dispensations were granted in New Hampshire to White Mountain Lodge No. 86 to hold a communication on Mt. Washington; dispensation was given to Golden Rule Lodge No. 77 to have a float in a parade celebrating the 200th anniversary of Hinsdale, N. H., the theme to be historical or civic. North Star Lodge No.8 was given dispensation to meet on Mt. Prospect, while St. Andrew's Lodge No. 56 was given permission to permit a degree team of the Shrine Temple at Portland to confer the Master Mason degree. 7

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The Grand Master of North Carolina denied permission for a lodge to hold a stated communication on the top of Grandfather Mountain "as a stimulus to the lodge," being a violation of their by-laws. The Grand Master of North Dakota hoped to hold granting of dispensations to a minimum, but fifty-three were issued; four of these were to lodges to hold outdoor communications. Most of the others were to confer degrees before statutory time had elapsed, due to military causes. The Grand Lodge of North Dakota was in receipt of a communication from a Masonic study club of Greenland relative to the establishment of a lodge there. Rhode Island's Grand Master attempted to send a personal letter to the family of every Freemason deceased during the year in that jurisdiction; the letter was so much appreciated that he recommended a continuance of the practice. In the history of Freemasonry in Woodstock, Vel'mont, we learn that the lodge there is-"Strong, respected, and ever growing. Respected? Just a few years ago a Mason was called on to settle a dispute between two members of the Roman Catholic faith. One disagreed with the verdict rendered, but the Priest told him to abide by the decision."

Virginia Grand Lodge received a request to establish a lodge in Salzburg, Austria; the inquiry came from a Square and Compass Club. It appears there are many American officers, enlisted men, and civilians at that place. The Virginia authorities told them it was their belief that an overseas lodge was more or less temporary, that there was a problem in superintending such a lodge. Another inquiry was received from France in a similar vein, and the reply was that it would not be consistent with Virginia conservative procedure. The Grand Master of Wyoming was asked as to whether a lodge might erect signs at the edge of town showing the meeting dates of their lodge. The reply was that there was no law in Wyoming governing such, but that in all his travels he had never seen such a sign. The inquirer was told that it was his privilege to erect the sign, but thought should be given before doing so, that apparently the custom was not general or they might have seen signs in other places.

PROBLEMS CONFRONTING FREEMASONRY TODAY Any organization which is international in character is bound to have problems confronting it. The result is, we have international problems; national problems, state problems, and local problems. Local problems can usually be handled by the local lodges, sometimes with the help of their grand lodge. Grand lodge problems are settled in the body of the grand lodge after being considered by committees and officers of those bodies. Our national problems are discussed at the annual conference of grand masters, although little discussion is had, and all a representative may take back with him to his grand lodge is some new ammunition which he may shoot at his brethren in what is termed the Grand Master's Address. One of our reviewer friends finds in some of the addresses an attempt to get away

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from the original intention of the address--a mere report of his official actions, which in recent years has been amplified into a series of personal reminiscences, visitations to extraneous organizations, without constructive recommendations, or valuable advice. In the national field we find the principal source of contacts in such organizations as the conferences of grand masters and grand secretaries; yet here is a handicap; neither organization can do more than talk. Grand Masters come to these conferences for the first time in their lives; they are new on their jobs and yet they are supposed, through their experience, to give valuable advice to their neighbors. The conference is today made up of men new in the Masonic field, and some of the old stalwarts who have unfortunately become past grand masters are never heard from again; we can recall the days of forty years ago when the greatest Freemasons of the country were called in to address the conference, and all went away feeling that they had sat at the feet of the Masonic Gamaliels of the United States. Nor would we do away with the conference or the attendance of Grand Masters; we should widen the limitation to include two or three representatives from each grand lodge, and let each grand lodge send their best! But at this time the greatest problem is the international problem. If we are going to become what we call ourselves in the ritual "uniting men of every country, sect and opinion" into a great brotherhood, we are losing some valuable time, and largely because we have a few prejudiced and ultraconservative brethren who insist on dotting "i's" and crossing "t's." Freemasonry is too great an institution to permit small men to prevent its advance. Too often, in the past has a certain type of politics entered into the picture of recognition. We know of certain areas of the world where commerce has directed Masonic policy. We know of others where prejudiceand even spite-has decided the policy. Half a century ago, little was known of our foreign brethren. Grand Lodge recognition was largely given through recomm~ndation of "higher" bodies. Times have changed. Today grand lodges should regulate their own policies and run their own business. Domination should cease. With attacks on Freemasonry by religious elements and by communistic rulers, Freemasonry should unite; investigation will show that many grand lodges regarded as irregular, could very easily be made regular, given some sort of support by the rest of the Masonic World. Fraternally, RAy V. DENSLOW. Trenton, Mo. July 14, 1955.

INDEX AJEF: Cuban boys' organization, 9c A.Q.C.: published by English Research Lodge, 12c Adkins, Jesse C.: death noted, 96c Aguinaldo, Gen. Emilio: active Freemason, 46c Alaska: lodges in, 104c Albohn, W. H.: death noted, 83c Allied Masonic Degrees: reviewer's comment, 8Ic Alpha Lodge No. 116 (N. J.): negro lodge, 103c American Union Lodge No. I: original minutes, 86c Anderson, Oscar E.: death noted, 54c Anderson, Robert B.: addressed GL Texas, 95c Anglaise Lodge No. 204: French lodge, 19c, 20c Anna Lucas: humorous story, 87c Anti-Masonry: in Spain, 74, 76c, 77c; Lutheran propaganda, 74c Argentina: recognized by Nebraska, 99c; untrue accusations, 41c Australasia: New Zealand conditions, 47c; Queensland conditions, 48c; SOUlh Australia conditions, 49c; Tasmania conditions, 49c; Victoria conditions, 49c; Western Australia conditions, 49c Austria: refuses American donation, 37c; Virginia asked to establish lodge in, 106c Bacon Masonry: story of Francis Bacon, Hc Baradi, Mauro: Grand Master of Philippines, 46c Beard, Duncan: early Delaware Mason, 85c Beardsley, Gov. H. S.: death noted, 95c Benedict, Andrew Bell: death noted, 96c Benito Juarez-Apuntes Para Mis Hijos: story of Benito Juarez, 13c Bequests: in Massachusetts, 77c; in New Mexico, 77c; in Oklahoma, 77c; to Missouri Masonic Home, 56c, 95c; Wisconsin receives Roberts estate, 93c Berlin Lodge No. 46: operates in Germany, 84c Bibles: use in lodges, 69c Blair, Lt. Gov. James T.: in the news, 98c Bledisloe, Viscount: a Past Grand Master, 4Bc Books and Pamphlets, Ilc Bray, Willis J.: visits Texas Grand Lodge, 83c

Brazil: Bahia recognized by Kansas, Vermont; Paraiba recognized by Rhode Island; Piaui recognized by Iowa, Minnesota, New Jersey, South Carolina; Rio de Janeiro recognized by Massachusetts; Sao Paulo recognized by Arizona, Kansas, 99c; Connecticut withdraws recognition from Sao Paulo, 99c Bmcker, Wm: named Secretary of the Army, 97c Bryan, Wm. J.: daughter is buried in Denmark, 97c Buckner, Dr. Walter Coleman: death noted, 96c Butler, Charles T.: death noted, 96c Butler, Rush C.: death noted, 96c Cagliostro: story of French impostor, 42c Cajal, Ramon y: Nobel Prize winner, 64c Calhoun, John W.: in the news, 98c Camp, Albert Sidney: death noted, 95c Canada: Masonic conditions in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Islands, 44c; in Ontario, 43c; in Quebec, Saskatchewan, 45c Canadian Masonic Research Association: story of Freemasonry, 14c Cannon, Clarence: in the news, 97c Casanova, Dr. Jaime N.: death noted, 64c C(~ntennial: Kansas Grand Lodge, 85c; Nebraska Grand Lodge, 86c; Washington Grand Lodge, 86c Centennium: Minnesota centennial volume, 15c Centre des Amis Lodge: in Paris, 2lc China: Masonic conditions in, 47c; Master of New York lodge a Chinese, 50c Collectanea: Vol. V, Part 2 contains rituals, 12c Conference of Grand Masters: in Mexico, 5c; Washington, D.C., 5c Connecticut: withdraws recognition from Sao Paulo, 99c Cooper, Robert Archer: death noted,95c Corbett, Harvey W.: death noted, !Jc, 95c Cornerstones: list of, 77c; photo, Kirksville Teachers' College, 78c; Wentworth Military School, 56c, 62c Cornwallis, Lord: unveils memorial window, 52c Costa Rica: Masonic conditions in, 39c Cotton, Dr. Tolman W.: death noted, 96c Cox, Allyn: mural painter, frontispiece, 3c

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Cross, Sir Ronald: initiation Governor of Tasmania, 49c Crossle, Philip: death noted, 96c Cuba: Freemasonry active in, 9c; photo, Temple dedication, 9c, IOc Dalton, .Tohn M.: in the news, 98c Davis, George H.: death noted, 96c Davis, John W.: death noted, 97c de Grasse-Tilly, Count: active in France, 17c de los Llanos, Gen. Miguel Orrico: Governor of Mexico, 64c DeMolay, Order of: California approves movement, 102c de Ribacourt, Prof. Edouard: active in Grand Orient of France, 22c Dirksen, Senator: addresses Grand Lodge Illinois, 94c Donations: of Grand Lodges, 79c Donnelly, Gov. Phil: lays cornerstone, 78c Early American Military Freemasons: a pamphlet, 15c Eastern Star, Order of: discountenanced in Western Australia, 49c; reviewer's comment, 81c, 82c Eisenhower, President: attends Masonic breakfast, 53c Elbert, Samuel: revolutionary officer,85c Elder, Bowman: death noted, 96c Elvidge, Ford: Governor of Guam, 46c England: Canterbury memorial window, 52c; Year Book, 12c Ensley, Bishop F. Gerald: addressed Grand Lodge Iowa, 94c Evans, J. Melvin: death noted, 3c, 95c Everson, Major Gen. Wm. G.: death noted, 96c Extraneous Societies: Allied Masonic Degrees, 81c; Eastern Star, 81c, 82c; Grotto, 81c; Order of Amaranth, 82c; Order of Golden Chain, 81c; Shrine, 81c; Sword of Bunker Hill, 81c Ferguson, Sen. Homer: named as Ambassador to Philippines, 97c Finland: Masonic conditions in, 40c; recognized by Indiana, 99c Fleming, Sir Alexander: death noted, 96c France: Freemasonry in, 15; unity of Freemasonry, 27c France, Grand Lodge of: history, 16c France, Grand Orient of: creed, 20c; history of, 16c, 27c France, National Grand Lodge of: England recognizes, 24c; formation of, 23c; history of, 19c; recognized by

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forty-one U.S.A. Grand Lodges, 28c; recognized by Arizona, Florida, Minnesota, Nebraska, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, 99c Freemasonry: not an Order, 69c Freemasonry Among Men of Color: a pamphlet, 14c Funeral Service: review, 82c Galway, Viscount: a Past Grand Master, 48c Gambling: review, 84c Gentry, North Todd: reminiscences, 57c Germany: see "Eric Rudiger"; American lodges in, 84c; Masonic situation in Berlin, 39c Germany, United Grand Lodge of: recognized by Minnesota, Nebraska,99c Golay, E. E.: death noted, 96c Goodwin, Artie H.: death noted, 83c Gowdy, Curtis: on Rhode Island hospital service program, 95c Grand Lodge of Scotland and the Mark Lodge: reprint of article by Draffen, 12c Grand Masters: annual conference of, 5c Grand Secretaries: conference of, 4c Greece: circular letter on Cyprus, 38c; recognized by Oregon, South Dakota, Tennessee, Wyoming, 99c Greenland: Masonic club in, 105c Grotto: reviewer's comment, 81c Guam: visit of Antonio Gonzalez, 46c Guatemala: Alabama withdraws recognition, 99c; government attacks Freemasonry, 33c; Mexican report on, 35c; visit of Gen. Rincon to, 6c Hatoyama, Premier: initiation of, 29c; made a Freemason, 65c; photo, 65c Henderson, Melvin S.: death noted, 95c Henwood, Berryman: death noted, 97c History: Kansas Grand Lodge, Kentucky Grand Lodge, 85c; North Dakota Grand Lodge, Oregon Grand Lodge, Wyoming Grand Lodge, 86c Hospital Visitation Service: by Grand Lodge of Arkansas, IOlc Hull, Gen. John E.: present at initiation of Hatoyama, 65c Humor: hog caller story, 87c; Anna Lucas, 87c; cocktails and revels, 88c; breaking point, 88c; jurist prudence committee, 88c; Earl of Rosse story, 88c; he took baths, 89c; wee bit of humor, 89c; King David lodge, 89c Hunt, Senator Lester C.: death noted, 95c Iceland: recognized by Indiana, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Tennessee,99c

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Inter-American Conference: value of, 6c Ireland: correction of statement, 73c Israel: Masonic conditions in, 37c; recognized by Arkansas, District of Columbia, Idaho, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin, 99c, 100c Italy, Grand Orient of: recognized by Arkansas, 100c Jackling, Daniel C.: honored by Utah, 54c; photo of statue, 55c Jackson, Andrew: replica of painting, 86c Jackson, Robert H.: death noted, 96c Japan: Aomori Lodge dispensation, 46c; Freemasonry in, 29c, 46c; first Japanese Freemason, 46c; Hatoyama made Freemason, 65c; Nippon Lodge dispensation, 46c; press dispatch, 98c; ritual in Japanese, 46c Jellicoe, Earl: a Past Grand Master, 48c Joss, John H.: death noted, 96c Kansas: Grand Lodge history, 85c Kentucky: Grand Lodge history, 85c Kirksville, Mo.: Teachers' College cornerstone laid and photo, 78c Korea: Masonic conditions in, 36c; Nan Nun Gok Handa Lodge in, 46c; new lodge proposed, 36c Landmarks: discussion of, 70c Lederer, Charles: death noted, 95c Lexington, Mo.: cornerstone laid Wentworth Military School, 56c, 62c Liberia: Western Australia withdraws recognition, 49c Liberty, Mo.: photo, Masonic Temple fire, 98c Life Membership: review, 89c Lodge Financing: review, 90c Lory, Milton Miles: in the news, 98c Lutheran: anti-Masonic propaganda,74c Luxembourg: Masonic conditions in, 38c McNutt, Paul V.: death noted, 96c MacArthur, Douglas: telegram to Hatoyama, 65c MacChesney, Nathan Wm.: death noted, 97c MacKay, Henry S.: death noted, 97c Maldonado, Eugenio: heads Valle de Mexico, 64c Manchester Association for Masonic Research: transactions, 12c Mark Master Masonry: in France, 26c Marshall, John: bicentennial of birth, 86c

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Masonic Biographical Sketches: M.S.A. digest, 14c Masonic Buildings: a review, 94c Masonic Home (Mo.): bequests, 56c, 95c; drive for funds, 59c; Grand Chapter donations, 60c; Grand Commandery donations, 60c; origin of, 60c Masonic Homes: review, 92c Masonic Publications: review, 9lc Masonic Trials: review, 93c Meredith, Robert R.: death noted, 83c Mexico: and the York Grand Lodge, 32c; Cajal nobel prize winner, 64c; Casanova death noted, 64c; conference of Grand Masters, 5c; Cosmos of Chihuahua recognized by Wyoming, 100c; de los Llanos made Governor, 64c; Maldonado heads Valle de Mexico, 64c; new Grand Lodge at Nayarit, 64c; Nuevo Leon recognized by Iowa, Rhode Island, 100c; Unida Mexicana recognized by Rhode Island, 100c; Valle de Mexico recognized by Alabama, Tennessee, 100c Missouriana, 54c Missourians, 83 Mitchell, Orestes, Jr.: serves as tiler Saxton Lodge, 97c; visits Illinois, Iowa, 83c Mohr, Karl J.: death noted, 5c Montgomery, Robert H.: death noted, 97c Moslem: eligible to membership in Iowa, 103c Murayama, Tamotsu: boy scout executive, 47c; first Japanese Freemason, 46c Nan Nun Gok Handa: new lodge in Korea, 46c Negro Masonry: see "Prince Hall Masonry"; Alpha Lodge No. 116, 103c; Prince Hall, 67c; Shriners, 51c; story of, 68c Netherlands: recognized by Nebraska, 100c Newall, Lors: a Past Grand Master, 48c New Brunswick: Masonic conditions in, 44c New Madrid, Mo.: new Masonic Temple, 62c; photo, 63c New Zealand: Masonic conditions in, 47c North Dakota: Grand Lodge history, 86c Norway: recognized by Indiana, lOOc Nova Scotia: Masonic conditions in, 44c Onsari, Dr. Fabian: letter on Argentine Masonic conditions, 4lc

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Ontario: Masonic conditions in, 43c Order of Amaranth: review, 82c Order of Golden Chain: review, 81c Oregon: Grand Lodge history, 86c Owen, John Paul: death noted, 97c Past Master: may not vote in Alabama Grand Lodge, IOlc Pennsylvania: attitude on rejection, 4c Peron, Juan: not a Freemason, 41c Personalities, 94c Peru: Masonic conditions in, 38c; recognized by Arizona, Delaware, Rhode Island, 100c Petitions: review, 98c Philippine Islands: Masonic conditions in, 46c Photographs: Cox paints Washington murals, frontispiece, 3c; Cuban Temple dedication, 9c, 10c; destruction Liberty Masonic Temple, 98c; Jackling statue, 55c; Kirksville Teachers' College cornerstone laying, 78c; New Madrid Masonic Temple, 63c; Premier Hatoyama, 65c; Prince Hall monument, 68c; Eric Rudiger, 66c; Sikeston Masonic Temple, 63c; Weston, early days, 61c Pineiro, Dr. Carlos: visits Tennessee, lO4c Potts, Rev. E. W.: transferred to St. Joseph, 98c Prince Edward Island: Masonic conditions in, 44c Prince Hall: negro Freemason, 67c; photo, monument, 68c Prince Hall Masonic Year Book (1955): contains list of Prince Hall lodges, 13c Prince Hall Masonry: Masonic Year book, 13c; pamphlet on, 14c; story of, 68c Quebec: Masonic conditions in, 45c Queensland: Masonic conditions in, 48c Quezon, Manuel: active Freemason, 46c Reader, Harold L.: visits Illinois, South Carolina, 83c Recognition: Argentina, Baja (Calif.), Brazil, Finland, France "NGL, Germany UGL, Greece, Iceland, Israel, 99c; Italy GO, Valle de Mexico, Unida Mexicana, Nuevo Leon Cosmos of Chihuahua, Netherlands, Norway, Peru, Swiss Alpina, Tasmania, 100c; withdrawn from Guatemala by Alabama, 99c Research Chapter: Ohio proceedings, 12c

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Research Lodges: review, lOOc Revere, Paul: citation from Massachusetts, 85c Ricketts, Senator Claude B.: bequest to Missouri Masonic Home, 95c; death noted, 95c Rincon, Gen. Eduardo: reports on Guatemala, 33c, 35c; visits Guatemala, 6c Ritual: review, IOlc Rizal: Grand Lodge visits monument of, 47c Roxas, Manuel: active Freemason, 46c Royal Arch Masonry: in France, 26c; Mark Master Masonry, 26c Rudiger, Eric: Masonic history of, 65c; photo, 66c Sao Paulo: schism in Grand Lodge, 39c Saskatchewan: Masonic conditions in, 45c Saunders, George M.: visits Illinois, 83c Sawyer, John L.: death noted, 83c Schetelig, Werner: Grand Master of Philippines, 46c Scotland: year book, 13c Senning, John P.: death noted, 96c Sesquicentennial of New England Lodge No.4: story of, 13c Shafer, Mrs. Louise: Masonic bequest, 56c, 96c Shrine: reviewer's comment, 81c Sight Masons: in Florida, 103c Significant Symbols of the Three Masonic Degrees: New York publication, 13c ~keston, Mo.: dedication new Masonic Temple, 64c; photo, Masonic Temple, 63c Smedley, Judge Graham B.: death noted 95c ' South Australia: Masonic conditions in 49c ' Spain: anti-Masonry in, 74c, 76c, 77c Stafford, Dr. Harry E.: death noted, 46c Stalnaker, Dr. Luther W.: death noted 97c ' Stevenson, Jonathan D.: first Grand Master of California, 85c Summerall, Gen. Chas. P.: death noted 97c ' Sunday Meetings: violation of Masonic law, 75c Sweeney, Alvin R.: death noted, 95c Swiss Alpina: recognized by Nebraska, 100c Sword of Bunker Hill: Kentucky forbids organization of, 81c Symington, Senator Stuart: in the news, 98c Syria-Lebanon: New York district Grand Lodge in, I04c

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Tasmania: Masonic conditions in, 49c; recognized by Nebraska, lODe Tate, John Wm.: death noted, 56c, 97c Teller, Henry Moore: story of, 13c, 14c Thistle Lodge No. 1013 (Canal Zone): negro membership, 51c Totton, Frank M.: death noted, 96c Van Houten, Gen.: addresses lodge in Germany, 84c Victoria (Australia): Masonic conditions in,49c Virgin Islands: Masonic conditions in, 51c Geo.

Washington Masonic National Memorial Association: annual meeting, 3c; murals, 3c; visit of New Mexico Grand Master, 87c

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Watson, Thomas J.: receives New York award, 95c Wentworth Military School (Mo.): cornerstone, 56c, 62c Western Australia: Masonic conditions in, 49c Weston, Mo.: early days in and photo, 61c; fire destroys lodge hall, 62c Wilkinson, Dr. Robert J.: death noted, 95c Worth, Gen. Wm. Jenkins: story of, 15c Wyandotte Lodge No.3 (Kans.) centennial observance, 54c Wyoming: Grand Lodge history, 86c Year Book: England, 12c; Scotland, 13c; Prince Hall, 13c

INDEX 1955 Proceedings

A Address of Grand Master . Acknowledgments California Lodge No. 183 Cornerstone Ceremonies Decisions . Dispensations . District Deputy Grand Masters Grand Lodge Officers' Conferences Grand Master's Breakfast Healing Lodge Consolidations Lodge Fires Masonic Education . Masonic Home Masonic Home Fund Drive Necrology . Order of the Mystic Shrine Other Masonic Groups . Physical Disqualifications Recommendations Revision of By-laws and Annotations Secretaries' Conferences State of the Craft Visitations . Visits to Other Jurisdictions Washington Meetings Address of Grand Orator . Alphabetical List of Lodges Amendments Adopted Section 12-A-Preparation of Forms and Petitions and Other Documents Section 169-A-When Certificates Cease to Be Valid Section 199-Masonic Home Board Amendments Proposed Certificates of Good Standing . District Deputy Grand Lecturers District Deputy Grand Masters Duties of Grand Secretary . Employment Bureau Petition for Degrees Proficiency of Master Mason Removal From Office Amendment Repealed . Appeals and Grievances, Report of Committee Appointments Approval of 1954 Proceedings Auditor, Report of .

4 26 5 7 22 15 10 11

15 16 6 6 6 7 8 7 22 14 15 25 9 11

24 17 13 11

109 146 121 121 122 76 76 76 75 77 76 75 76 121 80 128 4 41

B Balsiger, R. Wor. Bro. Harry, Extends Invitations Batchelor, Joseph A., Introduced Benediction . Biographical Sketch of Grand Master Mitchell Boards of Relief, Report of Committee

118 4

129 i 122

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100

Building Supervisory Board, Report of Buttons, Veterans' .

c Called From Labor Carter, William Z., Introduced Certificates of Proficiency . Chalender, Charles L., Introduced Charter Dates Chartered Lodges, Report of Committee Claudy, Carl H., Message From Closing Committees, Special (1955-1956) . Committees, Standing (1955-1956) Contribution to Home Building Fund From Children Reared in the Home Contribution to Home Building Fund From Fellowship Lodge No. 345 Credentials, Report of Committee (Interim) Credentials, Report of Committee

79-108 4 85 4 146 114 3 129

131 129 84 84 3 ll9

Davenport, Richard C., Introduced . Delzell, Earl, Introduced . Distinguished Guests, Introduced District Deputy Grand Lecturers, Presented District Deputy Grand Masters, Presented District Deputy Grand Lecturers, List of District Deputy Grand Masters, List of Donnelly, Gov. Philip M., Message From Douglas, Ray R., Introduced

4 4 4 4 4

131 131 3 4

Elected Officers of Grand Lodge, List of Election of Directors of Masonic Home Election of Officers .

194 ll4 114 F

Fifty Year Veterans' Buttons First Day, Afternoon First Day, Evening . First Day, Morning. Foreign Correspondence, Report of Committee Foreign Recognition, Report of Committee

80 109 3 73 127

Gentry, M. Wor. Bro. Wm. R., Presented George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association, Report of Committee. Grand Correspondent, Report of Grand Lecturer, Report of . Grand Lodges Recognized by "Missouri Grand Master Mitchell Address of . Biography . Photograph Grand Master's Address, Report of Committee Grand Orator, Address of . Grand Representatives to and From Missouri Grand Secretaries and Their Addresses

128

ll7 73 82 133 4 i FnJT1tispiece 73

109 198 133

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Grand Secretary, Report of Grand Secretary's Tabular Statement Grand Treasurer, Report of . Greetings to Absent Brethren Greisen, Carl R., Introduced .

3d 27 160 41 110

4 II

Hodge, Vern A., Introduced .

Ins tall ation Introduction of D.D.G.M.'s and D.D.G.L.'s Introduction of Distinguished Guests Introduction of Past Grand Masters Invocation

12H 4 4 4

J 120

Jurisprudence, Report of Committee . K

Kelsey, Scott K, Introduced .

Land, Frank S., Introduced List of District Deputy Grand Lecturers (195!i.1956) List of District Deputy Grand Masters (195!1·1956) List of Elected Officers of Grand Lodge List of Grand Representatives List of Grand Secretaries and Their Addresses List of Living Past Grand Masters List of Lodges, Alphabetical, Location and Districts List of Lodges, Numerical . List of Lodges by Districts Lodge Directory by Districts . Lodges U.D., Report of Committee

131 131 194 198 133

131 146

135 146

174 1I4

Mantz, Charles A., Introduced Masonic Education, Report of Committee Masonic Home, Report of Masonic Publications, Report of Committee Masonic Temple Association, Report of Committee "Masonic World" Massey, Wm. B., Introduced . Messages . Mileage and Per Diem, Report of Committee Miller, Roscoe A., Introduced Missouri Lodge of Research, Report of

Necrology, Report of Committee Nominations for Masonic Home Board Numerical List of Lodges.

4 1I0

46 116 118

lc 4 3

120 4 I06

IOS

79 135

o Officers, Election of Opening .

114 3

INDEX

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P Past Grand l\Iasters, Living . Past Grand Masters, Presented Philippine Islands, Grand Lodge of, Message From Photograph of Grand Master l\fitchell Proficiency Certificates

131 4 3 Frontispiece 85

Relief and Charity, Report of Committee Report of Auditor . Report of Committee on: A.ppeals and Grievances Boards of Relief . Building Supervisory Board Chartered Lodges Credentials, Interim . Credentials Foreign Correspondence George \Vashington Masonic :'>Jational Memorial Association Grand Master's Address Jurisprudence Lodges U.D. . Masonic Education Masonic Publications Masonic Temple Association i\lileage and Per Diem Necrology . Recognition of Foreign Grand Lodges Relief and Charity . Ritual Special Committee Re Grand Lodge :Forms Transportation and Hotels . Unfinished Business . 'Vays and Means . Report of Grand Correspondent Report of Grand Lecturer Report of Grand Secretary Report of Grand Treasurer Report of Masonic Home . Report of Missouri Lodge of Research Resolutions Presented (I) Re Annotations of By-Laws and Trial Code (2) Re Revision of By-Laws and Trial Code Ryan, George 'V., Introduced

103 41

80 122 100 114 3

119 73

117 73

120 114 110 116 118 120 105 127 103 84 94 116 128 117 73

82 27 41

46 106 78 78 4

Scott, Lowell H., Introduced Second Day, Morning . Senor, S. Earl, Introduced Smith, Dwight, Introduced Special Committees-1955-1956 Standing Committees-I955-1956 Strickland, Arthur R., Introduced

110 4

131 129 4

T Tabular Statement of Grand Secretary Transportation and Hotels, Report of Committee Truman, M. Wor. Bro. Harry S., Commisison to

160

116 79

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u Unfinished Bnsiness, Report of Committee

128

Veterans' Buttons .

30 W

Ways and Means, Report of Committee White, Herbert T., Introduced . \Vilson, Edward E., Introdnced

117 4 4