October 2016 ebulletin

THE VOICE OF FREEMASONRY IN NORTHWEST OHIO SINCE 1916

Vol. 101 No. 2

(USPS 632-860)

October 2016

WELL-ROASTED RIGHTWORSHIPFUL

“In just a couple of weeks, Right Worshipful Brother Mark Bowlick will conclude his third and final year as a District Deputy Grand Master, and we have gathered together here tonight to celebrate that fact.”

With these words, Master of Ceremonies Bill Markin kicked off nearly two hours of stories, insults and embarrassing recollections of the life and Masonic Career of RWB Bowlick. Among the more than a dozen Masons and dignitaries who rose to the occasion were his brother, Past Potentate Joe Bublick (above left), and Valley of Toledo Secretary Mike Shobe (right), who paid tribute to RWB Bowlick’s alter ego of Ramone the Cabana Boy by presenting him with an appropriate steward’s apron.

District Clay Shoot Is On Target

In case you’re wondering what the posters on the podium are all about (or even if you’re not wondering), they’re promoting the Shrine Safe Halloween event, on October 31st from 1-3 p.m. There will be various units, clubs, lodges and other Masonic organizations on hand passing out candy to the kids, and the public is welcome. Why not spread the word among your family and friends with small children?

Electronic Service Requested

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A beautiful day just added to the fun at the 11th District’s Annual Clay Shoot, held Saturday, September 24 at the WR Hunt Club in Clyde. Congrats go to the winning team from Toledo Fort Industry and high shooter Jim Krispin.

Tyle a While?

There are still openings for volunteers to serve as Tylers for the Grand Lodge in Sandusky October 14-15th. Any Master Mason not carrying a proxy or a voting member of Grand Lodge is eligible to serve. If you’d like to take a shift, contact Grand Tyler Robert G. Sickelbaugh at rgsickelbaugh@bex.net.

With Grand Lodge Officers of Michigan performing the EA Degree, and the Grand Lodge Officers of Ohio putting on the Fellowcraft Degree, Ohio Michigan Friendship Day not only offered the chance to see some excellent degree work, but also to tour and enjoy the beautiful Detroit Masonic Temple.

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Brothers of Paragon Lodge visiting Corinthian lodge to welcome their new master.

Ill. David A. Glattly, 33°, has been named to succeed John William McNaughton as Sovereign Grand Commander of the Scottish Rite, Northern Masonic Jurisdiction, upon McNaughton’s retirement in August, 2017.

Ill. Mike Shobe, Valley Secretary, shows off his prize catch on the recent Scottish Rite fishing trip…er… boating trip. Many others weren’t as lucky.

The young men of Ottawa Chapter and State DeMolay officers joined the members of the newest DeMolay Chapter, E. Tappan Rodgers, to show their support for our country in the Tiffin Patriots’ Day Parade on September 11th. A week before, the Genoa and Tiffin groups had invaded Genoa in search of Pokemon riches…and pizza.

Show Him How Proud of Him We Are...

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2016 Grand Lodge October 14-15th Kalahari Resort Sandusky, Ohio

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NORTHERN LIGHT LODGE No. 40 F. & A.M. 119 W. Wayne St. Maumee, Ohio 43537 (419) 893-2136 Founded March 5, 1817 "Preserving our Heritage – A Pioneer Lodge" Home Lodge of Robert C. Rill, Jr. Grand Master Jason J. Ellis . . . . Worshipful Master 55.2 Maumee Avenue Toledo, OH 43609 (419) 917-5265 Hank L. Briggs (Felicia) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Senior Warden.

301 N. Main Street Bloomdale, OH 44817-9549 (240) 893-6120 Issac L. Hock. . . . . . . Junior Warden (419) 260-6069 William E. Niner, KYCH (Anna) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Secretary 1543 Cass Road Maumee, OH 43537 (419 893-6120 we9r@aol.com Douglas E. Towslee PM (Sally) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Treasurer 6736 W. Meadows Lane Maumee, OH 43537 (419) 704-8270 towslee@bex.net Christopher Gorsrch PM. . Chaplain (419) 250-9040 Mark E. Christian . . . Senior Deacon (419) 491-0590 Ryan A. Foster . . . . . . Junior Deacon (419) 885-5614 Samuel B. Wilburn . . . . . . . . . L.E.O. (419) 344-8096 Ronald Hindman II. . . . . . . . . . Tyler Todd Miller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trustee Christopher Gorsuch . . . . . . Trustee (419) 250-9040 Dorsey D. Kinsey PM . . . . . . Trustee (419) 385-0950 Barney L. Stickles PM . . . . Historian (419) 893-1936 MEETINGS AND EVENTS Tuesday, October 4, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting Friday-Saturday, October 14 to 15 – Grand Lodge, Kalahari Resort (Sandusky).

Tuesday, October 18, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting.

Tuesday, November 1, 7:30 p.m. – Annual Meeting.

REMARKS Greetings Brothers, Now is the time of year when the temperature starts cooling down. We break out our wool suits and settle in to our regular Masonic routine.

The year is winding down for our current masters and the incoming guys are planning their years and just itching to get started.

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WOOD COUNTY LODGE No. 112 Masonic Temple 159 N. Main St. Bowling Green, Ohio 43402 http://Wood-County112.Freemason.com Rick Crow (Marta) . . . . . . . . . . . . Worshipful Master 14318 Georgetown Drive Bowling Green, OH 43402 (419) 352-2662 (419) 308-7588 Briant Lee, Jr. . . . . . . Senior Warden Jonathon Frederick Dinan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Junior Warden (419) 450-4566 David Browning (Sandra) . Secretary 5955 Glasgow Road Sylvania, OH 43560 (419) 885-2246 dbrowning@me.com Gary Seemann . . . . . . . . . . Treasurer 120 University Lane Bowling Green, OH 43402 (419) 352-5414 gseemann@wcnet.org Bill Newsted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LEO Ken Rutski . . . . . . . . . Senior Deacon Atonn Smeltzer . . . . . Junior Deacon Zach Hendricks . . . . Senior Steward Corey Wise . . . . . . . . Junior Steward Jay Sockman . . . . . . . . . . . . Marshall REMARKS Brethren, We are once again back in session after a busy summer “break,” as I stated in last month’s bulletin. We have already started out the fall reading three new petitions, so it seems that we will continue to remain busy with degree work for the remainder of my tenure as Master. It’s a good problem to have! It was good to see so many of you on the sidelines for our first meeting in September and I hope to continue to see good turn outs moving forward.

Our picnic at the end of August was successful! Thank you all who came to it. We got a little rain and wind, but it cleared up nicely and didn’t appear to dampen any spirits. Unfortunately, there was some confusion as to the date and time of the picnic, since some thought that it wasn’t until the following day (Sunday). Hopefully, communications will be better in the future.

Fraternally, Rick Crow, WM

Northern Light blast this year, as it’s being held at Kalahari resort.

Please remember to come out for our annual meeting on November 1. Remember every vote counts.

Thank you.

“I can see how it might be possible for a man to look down upon the earth and be an atheist, but I cannot conceive how he could look up into the heavens and say there is no God.” – Abraham Lincoln

PHOENIX LODGE No. 123 Perrysburg Masonic Building 590 E. South Boundary Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 Home Lodge of James E. Olmstead, P.G.M., 1995 Douglas W. King, PM . . . . . . . . . . . .Worshipful Master (419) 360-1569 Dking@fhk-law.com Gregory L. Zook . . . .Senior Warden (419) 340-9799 gzook@aol.com Michael A. Lake, PM Junior Warden (419) 260-8309 artifex@yahoo.com Jack Worcester, PDDGM . . . . . . . . . . . .Assistant Secretary (419) 874-9037 jackw@amplex.net Joe Kwiatkowski . . . . . . . .Treasurer (419) 297-1921 jtkwiatk@yahoo.com Robert Strauss . . . . . .Senior Deacon (419) 308-5896 Straussrob16@gmail.com Mark Alper . . . . . . . . .Junior Deacon (419) 494-2966 Markalper720@gmail.com Theodore B. Korn . . . . . . . .Chaplain (419) 250-1773 Tbkorn33@yahoo.com Michael Lossick . . . . . . .Lodge Education Officer (414) 494 4326 Michael.lossick@rexnord.com Rob Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tyler (419) 343-8503 Knobby1515@gmail.com Gregory L. Zook . . . . . . . . .Historian (419) 340-9799 gzook@aol.com MEETINGS AND EVENTS Monday, October 17, 7:00 p.m. – Stated Meeting: Education Program (The Post-War Mythology of Freemasonry and National Socialism), Lodge of Instruction (MM), Afterglow.

Monday, November 7, 7:00 p.m. – Special Meeting: Work in the Degrees (MM), Festive Board.

Monday, November 21, 7:00 p.m.

– Annual Meeting, Awards Night, Afterglow.

REMARKS Greeting Brothers, The roof replacement project is now underway and the roof and the driveway replacement should also be completed by the end of September. I invite you to visit the new work and enjoy the most modern and functional Masonic building in the district.

The lodge is preparing for a new term. Several management positions are available. We now only meet once a month for stated meetings and therefore the time commitment for our officers has been reduced significantly. Moreover, the meetings we do have are designed to offer a rewarding experience to young and old, neophyte and master of the craft. Please give us a try.

See you in lodge!

WB Douglas W. King, PM

TOLEDO FT. INDUSTRY LODGE No. 144 F. & A.M. Ft. Industry Masonic Temple 5025 Secor Rd. Toledo, OH 43623 (419) 472-8791 Raymond C. Slates (Louise) . . . . . . . . . . . . Worshipful Master 9210 Wolfinger Road Holland, OH 43528 (419) 392-2046 rayslates@yahoo.com Douglas Wherry (Donna) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Senior Warden (419) 466-5284 Timothy M. Dow. . . . Junior Warden (419) 261-3740 John Snyder, PM . . . . . . . . Treasurer David S. Kevorkian, PM (Jeannie) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Secretary 5640 Cresthaven Lane Toledo, OH 43614 (419) 787-7513 thespatulaboy@hotmail.com Randal M. Williams, PM. . Chaplain (419) 215-1958 Forrest Wenman . . . . Senior Deacon James L. Krispin . . . . Junior Deacon David T. Duchane. . . Senior Steward Larry Whitcomb . . . Junior Steward Raymond A. Welly, PDDGM (Gayle) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tyler (419) 472-8981 Billy S. Gaddis . . . . . . . Lodge Education Officer George M. Bardwell (Beverly) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trustee Alfred E. Crum II, PM (Carol) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trustee Dave L. Darrah, PM (Peg) . . Trustee Richard C. Northrup, PM (Barbara) . . . . . . . Lodge Trustee Paul C. Peters III, PM (Barbara) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lodge Trustee MEETINGS AND EVENTS Monday, October 3, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting: Possible EA or FC Exam (Refreshments).

Monday, October 10, 7:30 p.m. – Fellow Craft or Master Mason Degree (Refreshments).

Monday, October 17, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting (Refreshments).

Monday, October 24, 7:30 p.m. – Fellow Craft or Master Mason Degree (Refreshments).

Monday, October 31, 7:30 p.m. – Halloween Party/Pot Luck/ Fellowship Night (Wear your best costume).

RUBICON LODGE No. 237 F. & A.M. Browning Masonic Community 8883 Browning Drive Waterville, OH Chartered October 12, 1853 www.rubicon237.com Eric B. Erickson (Janet) . . . . . . . . . . . . Worshipful Master 312 Ridgepoint Circle W. Waterville, OH 43566 (419) 349-2972 (alt. 2351) Eericks1@buckeye-express.com Eric_erickson@csx.com John M. Hoffman (Robin) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Senior Warden 1224 Colburn Toledo, OH 43609 (419) 360-3653 Cbrjohnny2k@gmail.com Mark D. Harris (Ann) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Junior Warden 1095 Bending Brook Waterville, OH 43566 (419) 410-2086 maharris@ohiomasonichome.org Norman L. Kurtz PM (Nancy) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Treasurer 1734 Ashfield Drive Maumee, OH 43537 (419) 893-1326 Nn1kurtz@gmail.com RWB Gary L. McElfresh G.C., PDDGM (Carol) . . . . . . Secretary 715 S. Holland #112 Toledo, OH 43615 (419) 467-8220 Secretary4rubicon@gmail.com Gregory E. Bowlus . . . . . . . Chaplain (419) 474-2026 GBowlus@chemtradelogistics.com Steven M. Robison (Harriet) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Senior Deacon (419) 346-4686 Stevexacto@gmail.com Michael R. Motz . . . . Junior Deacon (419) 376-5929 comperry@hotmail.com Marshall A. Kupresanin (Brittany) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Senior Steward 440-829-2628 marshallkupresanin@gmail.com R. Connor Irving . . . Junior Steward (419) 206-9726 Cirving1991@gmail.com Robert R. Fries PM (Connie). . Tyler (419) 476-4767 Joel Tavormina (Candace) . . . L.E.O. (419) 376-9169 Joel.tavormina@yahoo.com Richard G. Fries (Joyce) . . . . . . . . . . . . Secretary Emeritus (419) 346-6373 recorder@zenobiashriners.com

REMARKS Brethren, We had a fun time participating in the 11th District sporting clay shoot.

Thanks to all the brothers and friends who came out.

Get ready for the Grand Lodge Communication at Kalahari, October 14 and 15.

TFI #144 will be the host for the hospitality room Thursday night, October 13, so be sure to attend. The festivities will get underway at 6:30.

Let’s all show our support for our Most Worshipful Brother, Robert C. Rill

MEETINGS AND EVENTS Monday, October 10, 7:00 p.m. – Stated Meeting: Master Mason Degree Scheduling, Refreshments to Follow (Meet and Greet New Master Mason).

Monday, October 24, 7:00 p.m. – Stated Meeting: Possible F.C. Examination Exemplification, Refreshments to Follow.

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SYLVANIA PYRAMID LODGE No. 287 F. & A.M. Masonic Temple 3510 Holland-Sylvania Rd. Toledo, Ohio 43615 841-4712 www.sylvaniapyramid.com Thomas (Tom) Blansett . . . . . . . . . . . . Worshipful Master 430 Pine Street Wyandotte, MI 48192 (612) 865-4622 thomaseblansett@gmail.com Roderick Johnstone . Senior Warden (419) 779-0362 jstoneenterprise@yahoo.com Mitchel D. Bean . . . . Junior Warden (734) 377-0757 n1educator@gmail.com Melvin W. Micham. . . . . . . Secretary 4123 Boynton Drive Sylvania, OH 43560 H: (419) 885-8463 C: (419) 779-5126 mmicham@buckeye-access.com John J. Zettler DDGM . . . Treasurer 13411 Rodesiler Highway Ottawa Lake, MI 49267 (419) 467-8249 John.zettler.1759@gmail.com Patrick F. McCarty . . Senior Deacon (419) 705-6819 pfmccarty@gmail.com Joseph Ruiz . . . . . . . . Junior Deacon (419) 779-5729 Jst1ht@aol.com Dustin Caddarette . . . . . . . Chaplain 4117 Co. Rd. V Liberty Center, OH 43532 (419) 266-3715 dustylane13@gmail.com Tim Teague Lodge Education Officer (419) 466-6836 countryhearth@fyre4u.com Tom Abner Sr . . . . . . Senior Steward (419) 346-5913 Twabner65@gmail.com Jeff Lewis . . . . . . . . . Junior Steward Jimmy Simpson PM . . . . . . . . . Tyler (586) 362-8652 nusim40@gmail.com MEETINGS AND EVENTS Monday, October 10, 6:30 p.m. – Dinner: Reservations Required (Please contact Tom Abner (419) 346-5913 or WM (612) 865-4622 no later than October 7.

Monday, October 10, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting.

Sunday, October 16, 11:45 a.m. – Sylvania Fall Festival Parade (Staging at Northview High School).

Monday, October 24, 6:30 p.m. – Dinner: Reservations Required (Please contact Tom Abner (419) 346-5913 or WM (612) 865-4622 no later than October 7.

Monday, October 24, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting.

REMARKS Greetings Brethren, Our Masonic year is drawing to a close. Please remember to pay your dues in a timely fashion.

We plan on marching in the Sylvania Fall Festival parade on October 16, as well as having an information booth that day for raising the awareness of our fraternity within the community. Please plan on participating in one or both of these activities.

The parade begins at 12:45, but the staging begins at 11:45 in the Northview parking lot. That’s where we will gather.

Please plan to be there no later than 12 p.m., dressed in coat and tie, and we will wear aprons and white gloves.

Please remember those sick and distressed in your thoughts and prayers, and also pray for our service men and women as well as the police, firefighters and other emergency service personnel.

Fraternally, Tom Blansett WM

Northern Light Lodge #40 Fellowcraft Club is again making all your badge needs.

For more information contact Doug Towslee, (419) 704-8270 at Northern Light Lodge.

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GRAND RAPIDS LODGE No. 289 F. & A.M. Masonic Temple Grand Rapids, Ohio (419) 260-4465 Jay L Jimison (Mary) . . . . . . . . . . . . Worshipful Master 10015 S. Dixie Highway Portage, OH 43451 (419) 575-7350 jmcarryout@aol.com Brian Habegger (Kathy) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Senior Warden 24084 W Second Street Grand Rapids, OH 43522 (419) 304-0824 brianhabegger@yahoo.com Lester L Shufelt, PM (Dorothy) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Junior Warden P.O. Box 144 McClure, OH 43534 (419) 748-8530 Robert Bachman, PM . . . . Secretary 21845 Long Judson Road Grand Rapids, OH 43522 (419) 832-4911 nanbach@metalink.net Kenneth Wright, PM. . . . . Treasurer Gary Bell, PM . . . . . . . . . . . Chaplain Dale Johnston, PM . . Senior Deacon Dennis Tyson . . . . . . . Junior Deacon Thomas Gordon, PM Senior Steward Rick Baldwin . . . . . . Junior Steward Bud Conolly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tyler Gary Bell, PM . . . . . . . . . . . . . L.E.O. MEETING AND EVENTS Saturday, October 1, 8:00 a.m. – Meet at Lodge for Road Clean-Up. Saturday, October 8, 4:00 p.m. – Set up for Apple Butter Fest.

Sunday, October 9 – Apple Butter Fest.

Tuesday, October 11, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting.

Friday, October 14 – Grand Lodge Kalahari in Sandusky.

Wednesday, October 19, 6:00 p.m.

– Awards Night Dinner.

Wednesday, October 19, 7:00 p.m.

– Awards.

Tuesday, October 25, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting: No dinner this evening.

Wednesday, October 26, 6:00 p.m.

– Dinner.

Wednesday, October 26, 7:00 p.m.

– Special Meeting (Open Meeting to Public. Bring Your Family).

REMARKS Hello Brothers, I’m writing this on September 10.

We have not had our first meeting yet.

October is a very busy month for Grand Rapids. On October 9, the Apple Butter Fest will be held and on October 14 is Grand Lodge awards night at Kalahari in Sandusky, Ohio. We will hold our awards night on Wednesday, October 19, with a meal at 6:00. Wednesday, October 26, will be an open lodge night with dinner at 6:00 p.m. and meeting at 7:00.

Toledo-Ft. Industry Jr., as he winds down his year. And who can forget our own RWB Steven M. Grindle as he continues his Grand Line duties.

Officers, it’s time to brush up as we are going to be getting after the degree work and get a few brothers moving along to become Master Masons.

Enjoy this upcoming fall season.

May God bless you, your family, our police, firefighters, military men and women, here and overseas who are working to keep us safe.

Fraternally, Raymond C. Slates, WM

“It’s said that All Hallows’ Eve is one of the nights when the veil between the worlds is thin—and whether you believe in such things or not, those roaming spirits probably believe in you, or at least acknowledge your existence, considering that it used to be their own. Even the air feels different on Halloween, autumn-crisp and bright.”

– Erin Morgenstern

4747 Glendale Ave. 946 W. Sylvania Ave. 7170 Orchard Center Dr. 3208 W. Alexis Rd. 6069 N. Summit St. 4748 Monroe St.

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OLIVER H. PERRY LODGE No. 341 F. & A.M. Masonic Temple 118 Monroe St. Port Clinton, OH 43452 (419) 734-1455 ohperry341.freemason.com Ryan C. Orosz, PM . . . . . . . . . . . . Worshipful Master 410 Short Street Port Clinton, OH 43452 (419) 706-8330 Aaron C. Moraca . . . Senior Warden 4336 E. Laurel Ridge Drive Port Clinton, OH 43452 (419) 573-9291 James R. Miller, P.M. (Margaret) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Junior Warden 6021 323rd Street Toledo. OH 43611 419-726-8330 Rodney R. Zerkle, P.M. . . . Secretary 5057 E. Weyhe Road Port Clinton, OH 43452 (419) 341-0629 ohpsecretary@cros.net Lee R. Bredbeck (Natalie) Treasurer 218 Hayes Avenue Port Clinton, OH 43452 (419) 261-2693 Alan E. MacGillivray, P.M. (Michelle). . . . . . . . . . . . Chaplain L. Thomas Evans, P.M. (Mary) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Senior Deacon Mark A. Matousek (Mellissa) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Junior Deacon Robert W. Hetrick (Janet) . . . . Tyler Wayne A. Walter, P.M. (Sally) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L. E. O. Thomas M. Brown, P.M. (Helen) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trustee James F. Depner, P.M. . . . . . . Trustee Hayward T. Evans, P.M. (Sandy) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trustee Alfred E. Sowards, P.M. (Carrie) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trustee Wayne A. Walter, P.M. (Sally) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trustee MEETINGS AND EVENTS Wednesday, October 5, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting (Fellowship Dinner Prior to the Meeting).

Wednesday, October 19, 7:30 p.m.

– Stated Meeting: Past Masters Night (Special Refreshments Following the Meeting).

REMARKS October is commonly associated with the season of autumn in the Northern hemisphere and spring in the Southern hemisphere, where it is the seasonal equivalent to April in the northern hemisphere and vice versa. In the western world, October also is commonly associated with Halloween.

The Past Master Degree is an honorary degree usually conferred on the newly-elected master of a lodge prior to his installation into office. In this degree, necessary instructions are conferred respecting the various ceremonies of the order and the overall requirements of a master.

The Past Master Degree, as conferred by a lodge of Past Masters, has many similarities to the Past Master Degree as conferred by a chapter of Royal Arch Masons. However, when conferred by a RAM Chapter, the candidate is a “virtual” Past Master and is not entitled to the any of the rights and privileges of brethren who have actually been installed and presided over a symbolic lodge.

On October 19, Oliver H. Perry Lodge will be privileged to honor its Past Masters. There will be special refreshments following the stated meeting.

At 6:00 p.m., on October 19, weather permitting, we will gather by the Catawba Island Cemetery gravesite of Ira S. Dutcher, the lodge’s first Master, to honor our Past Masters who have been called from labor to eternal rest.

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www.GenoaLodge433.com Home Lodge of Most Worshipful Brother Charles R. Murphy Jeffrey M. Sime (Stacie) . . . . . . . . . . . .Worshipful Master 5410 Dry Creek Road Northwood, OH 43619 (419) 691-5150 iflym2@hotmail.com John P. Niefer (Vicki) Senior Warden 814 West Street Genoa, OH 43430 (419) 855-3641 jpniefer@hotmail.com Heath J. Seckinger . .Junior Warden 5404 Dry Creek Road Northwood, OH 43619 heathseckinger@gmail.com (419) 351-9159 Timothy D. Williams, PM (Mary) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Treasurer 3335 West US Highway 6 Helena, OH 43435 (419) 708-6889 sailmaster2008@gmail.com Charles R. Murphy, PGM (Zoellen) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Secretary P.O. Box 1 Rossford, OH 43460 (419) 666-5511 wyloway@aol.com Douglas A. Habegger, PM (Leslie) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Chaplain 720 Fostoria Road Northwood, OH 43619 (419) 698-9745 dhabeg@bex.net Price H. Murphy . . . .Senior Deacon 7 Vineyard Drive price.murphy@gmail.com (419) 350-2194 Rossford, OH 43460 Kevin P. McComas (Frances) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Junior Deacon 270 5th Street Box 91 Clay Center, OH 43408 (419) 855-8534 frd112@aol.com Ernest D. McCarthy .Senior Steward 2715 Fremont Street Toledo, OH 43605 (419) 693-1711 ernied2@att.net Gregory T.Hurst (Teri) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Junior Steward 5600 Ayers Road Walbridge, OH 43465 (419) 392-8609 greghurst1971@gmail.com Chester G. Bulen . . . . . . . . . . . .Tyler 505 Depot Street Woodville, OH 43469 (419) 849-3516 Mark P. Allred, Jr., PM . . . . . . .Lodge Education Officer 4115 Willys Parkway Toledo, OH 43612 (419) 913-8004 mallred@ymail.com

Dustin R. Cunningham . . . . . . . . . . . . Worshipful Master (734) 347-5999 dustincunningham89@gmail.com Chad Bondie . . . . . . . Senior Warden (734) 747-0733 packerfan48157@yahoo.com Dan Trumbull . . . . . . Junior Warden (734) 847-3945 dantrumbull@gmail.com Eugene Appling PM . . . . . Treasurer (734) 856-2753 John T. Updike PM . . . . . . Secretary (734) 850-8585 jupdike438@gmail.com Christopher M.Costilla . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Senior Deacon (419) 764-1842 cmc136@yahoo.com Ray Cunningham . . . Junior Deacon K. Lee Yeager PM. . . . . . . . Chaplain (734) 847-6660 yeagerklee@gmail.com David S. Miller PM . Senior Steward Jim A. McClure . . . . Junior Steward Howard W. Duke PM . . . . . Marshal Brad Powers PM . . . . . . . . . . . . Tyler MEETINGS AND EVENTS Wednesday, October 5, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting.

Saturday, October 15, 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. – Open House: 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.

(Officers, please be at the lodge by 3:00 p.m.).

Wednesday, October 26, 7:30 p.m.

– Building Board.

REMARKS Brothers, It was great to see all the brothers back to lodge last month. Let’s make the attendance at lodge even better this month.

Officers, please remember to call the members whose names you received at the officers meeting. It is highly important we get these brothers back to lodge.

If the brother needs a ride, please offer them a ride to lodge. If you are unable to do so, please get a hold of me ASAP. Also, all forms for contacting the brothers must be turned into the secretary at the stated meeting. This is not optional.

This month we will be having an open house on October 15, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. I hope to see as many brothers as possible at the open house. Please spread the word to your family, friends and neighbors.

Any brother wishing to practice degree work, I will make myself available at lodge from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. on October 9, 16 and 30.

Brothers, please keep the sick and distressed in your prayers. Remember those who are serving and those who will never make it back to their worldly home.

Fraternally, Dustin R. Cunningham, WM

MEETINGS AND EVENTS Tuesday, October 4, 6:30 p.m. – Complimentary Dinner.

Tuesday, October 4, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting: Join us for an enlightening evening as we travel back in time with guest speaker WB Chad Simpson.

(Master Masons only).

Tuesday, October 18, 6:30 p.m. – Complimentary Dinner.

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OAK HARBOR LODGE No. 495 F. & A.M. Masonic Temple 210 West Jefferson Street Oak Harbor, OH

PEMBERVILLE LODGE No. 516 F. & A.M. Masonic Temple P.O. Box 832 Pemberville, Ohio 43450

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Jody R. Hatfield . Worshipful Master 8049 W. Genzman Road Oak Harbor, OH 43449 419-261-3194 chief62204@gmail.com Randall S. Macko . . . Senior Warden Michael P. Skomrock Junior Warden Terry R. Clark PM . . . . . . Treasurer William G. Windnagel, PDDGM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sectetary P. O. Box 227 Oak Harbor, OH 43449 419-898-6150 windnagel@hotmail.com Timothy P. Foust PM . . . . . Chaplain Rodney V. Fowler . . . . Senior Deacon John J. Deitzel . . . . . . Junior Deacon Anthony C. Pfaff . . . Senior Steward Dean L. Brough . . . . Junior Steward Frank G. Fowler . . . . . . . . . . . . Tyler Rodney V. Fowler . . . . . . . . . . . . LEO

Virgil Scott Garwood (Terry) . . . . . . . . . . . . Worshipful Master P.O. Box 425 Pemberville, OH 43450 (419) 346-5967 vscottgarwood@gmail.com Robert Brookman . . . Senior Warden Shawn Meehan . . . . . Junior Warden Don Decker PM, DEO . . . . Secretary 12312 Bradner Road Bradner, OH 43406 (419) 288-2985 Tyler Firsdon PM . . . . . . . Treasurer Jerry Avina PM . . . . . . . . . . Chaplain Tom Cavendish PM . . . . . . . . . . LEO Keith Roberts . . . Preparation Room

MEETINGS AND EVENTS Friday, October 7, 12:00 Noon – Oak Harbor Apple Festival (Information Booth will go until Sunday, October 9).

Wednesday, October 12, 6:30 p.m.

– Dinner.

Wednesday, October 12, 7:30 p.m.

– Stated Meeting.

Wednesday, October 26, 6:30 p.m.

– Dinner.

Wednesday, October 26, 7:30 p.m.

– Stated Meeting.

REMARKS Summer has come and gone and now it is time for wonderful fall. This is my time of the year for friends, football, and the cool weather. It also is time for the brethren to get back together and reflect on the memories with family and friends.

I would like to think all of the brothers who were able to help with the Oak Harbor shelter this summer. I have heard a lot of comments in the community on the work that has been completed.

We will be at the Oak Harbor Apple Festival this year with a booth. Please see Brother Chuck Shier to sign up and help with this event.

I looked forward to seeing everyone at the meetings.

Take care and see you soon.

APRONS

Paragon Lodge has acquired a truck load of White Lambskin Aprons from deceased Brother George Wagner Sr, and we are going to sell them for $10.00 each while supplies last. Contact Ben Croley at 419-349-2924 for details.

MEETINGS AND EVENTS Tuesday, October 11, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting.

Tuesday, October 25, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting.

REMARKS Hello Brothers, We have a full trestle board with degree work to be done, and your attendance is greatly appreciated, for without you, we would not have a lodge.

Remember your dues money is due next month.

We are doing a Fellow Craft Degree this month. We also have been invited to Paragon Lodge for our annual “Peaches and Cream” fellowship night, Thursday, October 20, at 7:00 p.m. They will be putting on an EA Degree. Let’s show our full support and be there!!

To our sick and shut-ins, prayers be with you all!!

Thank you, V. Scott Garwood, WM

Genoa Lodge Tuesday, October 18, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting: Possible Degree Work.

Guest Speaker (DEO WB Rick Crow).

Friday, October 21, 6:00 p.m. – Father Daughter/Granddaughter Dinner: Tony Packo’s Café, 1902 Front Street (RSVP 419-836-0500 by October 20).

REMARKS Brethren, As the warm temperatures are coming to a close, we are getting close to wrapping up another Masonic year. I can’t believe that next month already will welcome elections and installation of new officers for the 2017 Masonic Year!

As a tradition of Genoa Lodge, this month will be my last article for the Masonic Bulletin. To say that I’m proud to have been elected and serve as your Worshipful Master for the 2016 Masonic year would be a gross understatement. If it wasn’t for the dedication, hard work, support and forward moving vision of (Continued in Column 3)

WESTON LODGE No. 560 F. & A.M. Masonic Temple Weston, Ohio 43569 Kim Finkenbiner PM . . . . . . . . . . . . Worshipful Master 13482 Wapakoneta Road Weston, OH 43569 (419) 261-4925 Todd Fletcher PM . . Senior Warden Hal Dewitt . . . . . . . . . Junior Warden Richard Strow PM. . . . . . . Secretary 9605 Weston Road Custar, OH 43511 H (419) 669-3384 C (419) 572-1730 David Diepenbruck . . . . . . Treasurer Rick Brueilly . . . . . . . Senior Deacon Matt Zulch . . . . . . . . . Junior Deacon Dale Johnston. . . . . . Senior Steward Herm Kiel PM . . . . . Junior Steward Tom Zulch PM . . . . . . . . . . Chaplain Mark Kitchen . . . . . . . . . . . . Trustee

Genoa Lodge yourself and your officers, Genoa Lodge wouldn’t be who we are today! I thank you for making my job as Master of your lodge, and serving you, such an enjoyable and enlightening experience.

As the year has progressed, we have not only set a plan, but we have followed through to secure the future and welfare of our lodge. Communication, enlightenment through education, and transparency has been the theme this year, and I want to thank each and every one of you for being part of that. We have increased in membership, and fiscally we have operated the year in the black, all while making much needed renovations (including air-conditioning, and club room as well as bathroom renovations).

We have contributed financially to the community, and if it wasn’t for the dedicated work from our Stewards, we wouldn’t have been able to provide complimentary meals before almost every meeting.

Our trestle board continues to be full brothers, as we have degree work and guest speakers scheduled throughout the next few months. Please mark your calendars for the upcoming events in October, which are listed at the end of this article. Keep an eye out in your emails for our weekly updates, our website www.GenoaLodge433.com to see what’s next on our agenda, or listen to our recorded weekly updates at (419) 836-0500.

Brethren, once again it has been a true honor to be part of Genoa Lodge, and serve you as the 2016 Worshipful Master. I am not only excited, but I also look forward to what the future holds for OUR Lodge!

That’s all, brethren. Please keep our distressed brothers and military personnel in your thoughts and prayers!

Fraternally, Jeffrey Sime WM

NORTH BALTIMORE LODGE

GIBSONBURG LODGE

No. 561 F. & A.M. 165 W. High St. North Baltimore OH 45872

No. 575 Masonic Temple 138 W. Madison Gibsonburg, Ohio 43431

Jay Harris PM . . Worshipful Master 930 E. Broadway Lot 88 North Baltimore, OH 45872 jayeharris8323@gmail.com (419) 257-9165 Thomas Wagner . . . . Senior Warden Eugene Patterson . . . Junior Warden Michael Nye . . . . . . . . . . . . Treasurer 59 TR-14 Van Buren, OH 45889 mnye@findlay.edu (419) 257-3756 Lawrence Bateson PM. . . . Secretary 407 E. Walnut Street North Baltimore, OH 45872 bateson17@hotmail.com (419) 257-2330 Michael Hosler . . . . . . . . . . Chaplain Daniel Rayle PM (Linda) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Junior Deacon Ted Lobdell . . . . . . . . Senior Steward John Eschedor . . . . . Junior Steward Rory Finch (Jill) . . . . . . . . . . . . Tyler Michael Trout PM . . . . . . . . . . . LEO

Douglas R. Edwards . . . . . . . . . . . . Worshipful Master 2657 SCR 300 Gibsonburg, OH 43431 (419) 637-2048 dougedwards@hotmail.com Jerry Fork . . . . . . . . . Senior Warden 8342 N. US 23 Risingsun, OH 43457 (419) 261-3352 jerryforkusis@aol.com Rick Crow . . . . . . . . . Junior Warden 14318 Georgetown Drive Bowling Green, OH 43435 Paul L. Tornow Jr. . . . . . . Secretary P.O. Box 80, 147 Worth Street Helena, OHh 43435 (419) 307-1077 feliss@frontier.com Bradley Rubel . . . . . . . . . . Treasurer 508 W. Stevenson Street Gibsonburg, OH 43431 (419) 637-7529 Paul Tornow . . . . . . . . . . . . Chaplain (419) 638-5535 Allen Halfhill . . . . . . . Senior Deacon Howard Billow. . . . . . Junior Deacon (419) 332-8868 Don Tornow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tyler (419) 332-5451 James Holcomb . . . . . . . . . . . . . LEO (419) 637-7750

Rubicon Lodge Thursday, November 3, 7:00 p.m.

– 11th Masonic District Meeting and Election of Officers at Zenobia Shrine.

Saturday, November 19, 5:00 p.m.

– Dinner.

Saturday, November 19, 6:00 p.m.

– Installation of Officers, followed by refreshments in Harmony Hall.

REMARKS Here I am writing this column with mixed emotions. The end of the year is near and the light at the end of the tunnel is bright and clear. The light is green to proceed on a clear track and as Mason’s following the sun, the moon and the stars in the heavens on that journey we take each and every day of our lives. We need to remember our obligation(s) and always give thanks to our great creator.

The time is now and we need to be strong and act boldly, walking upright through our stations of life.

Brethren, there are so many wonderful things I have experienced since you all have elected me Master of our lodge.

This journey would not be the same if it were not for all of you and I want to thank you for this amazing journey.

When writing this article, the experiences will continue with a visitation to my home lodge of Laurel Lodge #237 F&AM in Laurel Springs, New Jersey.

How I wanted so much for you all to take this journey with me. I am sure it will be nothing less than spectacular, along with attending a special dinner reception for the district officers in New Jersey. Upon returning, I go right to Atlanta, Georgia, on business, with the expectations of visiting two and possibly three Blue Lodges in the Atlanta area, time permitting, returning just in time for R.W.B. Bowlick’s reception.

Rubicon members, you all need to be commended for your support of your lodge, the 11th Masonic District, the Grand Lodge, our Grand Master and last, but not least, to RWB Mark E. Bowlick for his dedication to the 11th Masonic District. RWB Mark, thank you so much for what you have given to this great fraternity and the support you have given me and the officers for the past year.

Here we are in October (can you believe it?), and you all know what that means: Yep, Ohio GRAND LODGE and the election of a new Grand Master.

Dates to mark your calendars are October 14, 15 and 16. Where? Kalahari in (Continued in Column 5)

Rubicon Lodge Sandusky. For reservations call (877) 525-2427 or (419) 433-7200.

Being October, dues are coming due and with that our Grand Lodge has adopted a new dues card. It will be PLASTIC like the Scottish Rite and will be issued once. Your name and Masonic number will be on the card with a scanner bar that can be electronically scanned, when necessary. So do not be alarmed and remember we will only get this card to use year after year. Dues can be paid at the lodge prior to regular stated meetings or mailed to our lodge secretary Rubicon’s election of officers will be next month.

Brethren, please remember and keep in your prayers our sick and distress, Never forget 9/11 and those who gave their all, pray that our country gets through these most stressful times.

Fraternally, Eric

“May you have Enough happiness to keep you sweet, Enough trials to keep you strong, Enough sorrow to keep you human, Enough hope to keep you happy; Enough failure to keep you humble, Enough success to keep you eager, Enough friends to give you comfort, Enough wealth to meet your needs; Enough enthusiasm to look forward, Enough faith to banish depression, Enough determination to make each day better than yesterday.”

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BARTON SMITH LODGE No. 613 F. & A.M. Masonic Temple 3510 HollandSylvania Road Toledo, OH 43615 Gary Norris PM (Tami) . . . . . . . . . . . . Worshipful Master 6244 W Wyandotte Maumee, OH 43537 (419) 574-3192 gnorris24@gmail.com Cliff Hiestand PM (Bobby) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Senior Warden 1156 Hugo Maumee, OH 43537 (419) 893-9758 cgh512@toast.net Reed Knowles (Maureen) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Junior Warden 3825 Windward Drive Sylvania, OH 43560 (419) 944-0707 pm97708@gmail.com Richard D Scheider PM (Lisa) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Treasurer 7341 Woodshire Holland, OH 43528 (419) 867-0765 RScheider1@roadrunner.com John M Tansey PM (Mary)Secretary 876 Maple Lane Waterville, OH 43566 (419) 376-9924 jmtansey@roadrunner.com Dennis Johnston (Christine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Senior Deacon 5114 Bay Ridge Court Oregon, OH 43616 (419) 351-5332 dfjohnston5683@aol.com Shane Strzelczyk (Kaethi) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Junior Deacon 1227 Rosedale Maumee, OH 43537 (419) 704-8099 strelc@gmail.com Dave Kopfmann PM (Carol) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chaplain 4809 Woodland Lane Sylvania, OH 43560 (419) 461-0696 Richard Farris PM . . . . . . . . . . LEO rfarris@buckeye-express.com (419) 729-3458 2975 115th Street Toledo, OH 43611 Chuck Gozdowski PM . . . . . . . Tyler (419) 392-4883 Paul Strzelczyk. . . . . Senior Steward Adam Kidder . . . . . . Junior Steward David Smith PM . . . . . . . . . . Trustee Michael Smith PM. . . . . . . . . Trustee Chad Robinson PM . . . . . . . . Trustee MEETINGS AND EVENTS Thursday, October 6, 7:30 p.m. – Special Meeting.

Thursday, October 13, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting.

Thursday, October 20, 7:30 p.m. – Special Meeting.

Thursday, October 27, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting.

Thursday, November 17, 6:00 p.m. – Dinner, Installation of Officers to Follow.

Thursday, December 1, 6:30 p.m. – Lodge Christmas Party Dinner (Program to Follow).

REMARKS Brethren, Well, as football season rolls around, so does the fall season of lodge.

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No. 643 F. & A.M. Fort Industry Masonic Center 5025 Secor Road Toledo, Ohio 43623 www.dc643.com

No. 659 F. & A.M. Masonic Temple 3510 HollandSylvania Road Toledo, OH 43615

Joshua A. Moses .Worshipful Master 35 Bethany Drive Fremont, OH 43420 (419) 463-7542 molyhoses2005@gmail.com Jason B. Shamy (Rachel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Senior Warden 13853 Angola Road Swanton, OH 43558 (419) 350-5714 jshamy13@gmail.com Neal M. Spurgeon . . .Junior Warden 2719 County Road H Swanton, OH 43558 (419) 297-9205 neal.spurgeon@gmail.com Sean T. Howell, PM (Stephani) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Secretary 4214 Swan Ridge Lane Newport, MI 48166 734-344-8293 seanh8806@gmail.com Todd M. Williams (Megan)Treasurer 4534 Douglas Road Toledo, OH 43613 (419) 215-7699 williams.toddm@gmail.com Kenneth A. Janicki, PM (Mary) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Chaplain (419) 351-9823 Andrew W. Stambaugh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Senior Deacon (419) 297-9202 Aaron Harman . . . . . .Junior Deacon (419) 250-8243 James F. Boos (Teri) . . . . . . . . .Tyler Aaron Harman . . . . . . . . . . . . . .LEO (419) 250-8243 Eugene Gray Jr., PM (Joyce) Trustee Brian M. Ramsey (Sara) . . . .Trustee Mark E. Wood, PM . . . . . . . .Trustee MEETINGS AND EVENTS Thursday, September 29, 7:00 p.m. – District Awards Night at Sylvania Pyramid.

Tuesday, October 4, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting (Open to EA).

Tuesday, October 11, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. – Lodge Open House.

Friday and Saturday, October 14 and 15 – Grand Lodge, Kalahari, Sandusky.

Saturday, October 15 – DC643 Family Day at Kalahari.

Tuesday, October 18, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting.

Tuesday, October 18, 6:00 p.m. – Potluck/Family Game Night.

Tuesday, November 1, 7:30 p.m. – Annual Meeting and/Election of Officers.

Tuesday, November 8 – 98th Installation of Officers and Awards Night. *Please note our Lodge Inspection, originally scheduled for January 31, has been changed to January 24.

REMARKS Well, brothers, we not only survived, but THRIVED through September. October also will be pedal to the metal, but in case this issue hits early, please join us for the District Awards Night, 7:00 p.m., at Sylvania Pyramid.

Our lodge will be hosting another Open House on Tuesday, October 11.

Please arrive early to help us meet and greet our friends and neighbors. If you’ve been waiting for the right time to discuss Freemasonry with a friend or family member, I assure you this is the time. Plural memberships are welcome at DC643.

The Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Ohio starts bright and early Friday the 14th. All Master Masons are encouraged to check it out. This (Continued in Column 3)

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Bob Akbar . . . . . Worshipful Master 1704 Penn Road Toledo, OH 43615 (419) 708-9794 BobAkbar@Bobic.us Brad McDonald . . . . Senior Warden 1943 Bucklew Toledo, OH 43613 (419) 292-2739 Andy Palacios . . . . . . Junior Warden 4938 Ridgedale Toledo, OH 43613 (419) 537-0292 Richard Taylor . . . . . . . . . . Secretary 4851 Brott Road Toledo, OH 43613 (419) 343-0799 RBTaylor47@Yahoo.com John Butler . . . . . . . . . . . . Treasurer Ray Butler (PM) . . . . . . . . . Chaplain Isaac Demarest, DDGM . . . . . . LEO

Damascus/Collingwood is as close to home as it gets for the next eight years. Please note: you must have a new valid dues card to attend the session. Many Masonic merchandise vendors will be on hand as well. Saturday things clear out around noon, so consider reserving a room for Saturday night and bring the family in for a great time together.

On Saturday, October 22, we’ll have a Potluck/Family Game Night. Bring the family and kids, your favorite games, and a dish to share. This is not only a great night for the kids and wives to interact, but also a great follow up event for our open house.

Tuesday, November 1, is our annual meeting, and election of officers. DUES are due on November 1! Please fold up and save this fine publication, then log on to www.dc643.com and view your options. You do not need to have a Paypal account, if you click the link that says “pay with debit or credit card�. You will find the link to online payment in the “contact us� section. If you need help, give the Secretary or myself a ring.

Stated meetings will include educational presentations and streamlined business. We don’t read minutes anymore, we post them, so get there early.

We don’t come to lodge to do business, we do business so that we can come to lodge. Doors typically open at 5:30 for fellowship.

Our Senior Deacon suggested we’d look back at this point in our lodge history as a golden age, but a lodge “golden age� can last six months or 60 years.

Come to lodge, meet some new brothers and get involved. Let’s make this the Masonic experience we all signed up for, together.

Oliver H. Perry Since most of us have probably gone trick or treating (albeit a few years ago) at Halloween time, the following will hopefully bring some fond memories.

The Goblin There’s a goblin as green as a goblin can be.

Who is sitting outside and is waiting for me.

When he knocked on my door and said softly, Can THE WOLF PACK come and play,�

I answered, "No thank you. Now please go away!"

But the goblin, as green as a goblin can be, Is still sitting outside and is waiting for me.

Trick or treat, trick or treat, Give us something good to eat.

Give us candy, give us cake, Give us something sweet to take.

Give us cookies, fruit and gum, Hurry up and give us some.

You had better do it quick, Or we’ll surely play a trick.

Trick or treat, trick or treat, Give us something good to eat.

The Wolf Pack and I want to wish all brethren a safe and happy October.

Don’t forget October fest, and watch out for bikers as I am a biker also.

So Mote It Be, Ryan C Orosz Worshipful Master

PARAGON LODGE

HARBOR LIGHT LODGE

No. 788 F. & A.M. 24845 Woodville Rd. (St. Rt. 51) Millbury, OH 43447

No. 746 F. & A.M. Harbor Light Temple 3024 - 131st Thomas (Fish) Fisher (Darlene) . . . . . . . . . . . . Worshipful Master 4257 Suder Avenue Toledo, OH 43611 (419) 343-2278 thomasfisher1981@gmail.com Richard Brown (Jean) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Senior Warden 3215 135th Street Toledo, OH 43611 (419) 726-6239 Arron Henderson . . . Junior Warden 2123 Arkanas Street Toledo, OH 43616 (419) 250-9294 Bob Turvey (Carol) . . . . . . Secretary 1492 Groveton Court Temperance, MI 48182 (419) 466-9018 Brian McIntosh (Kim). . . . Treasurer 5441 Fortune Drive Toledo, OH 43611 (419) 392-0399 brmcitosh@bex.net Gary Mclaren PM, KYCH. Chaplain (419) 726-1050 Daryl Brundage . . . . . Senior Deacon (419) 270-1461 Gabe Martz (Shawana) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Junior Deacon (419)206-4979 Butch Toles (Sheri). . Senior Steward (419) 279-1977 Joe Warnka (Marcia) . . . . . . . . Tyler (419) 764-9422 Tom Stagner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LEO (419) 944-9389 Trustee Greg Eckert (Rachel) . . . . . . Trustee BUILDING BOARD AND FELLOWCRAFT TEAM Thomas Fisher . . . . . . . . . . President Greg Eckert . . . . . . . . Vice-President Steve Sorge . . . . . . . . . . . . . Secretary

Barton Smith We have several events coming up, so check the calendar for activities.

Notice that on December 1, we are bringing back our annual Christmas party. If you have kids or grandkids that you would like to bring to the party, please let either myself or John Tansey know by Thanksgiving how many, so that we can have some presents for them.

Remember that Grand Lodge is the weekend of October 13 through 15 in Sandusky. Why not plan on coming over for a day, as they are looking for Tylers for the weekend?

Have a wonderful fall and plan to attend lodge and see what is going on WM Gary

www.paragon788.com Ricky T. Pierce PM (Kim) . . . . . . . . . . . . Worshipful Master 1447 Country Farms Oregon, OH 43616 (419) 704-0950 rpcomis@aol.com Jay Stewart (Linda) . Senior Warden 2164 Arkansas Street Oregon, OH 43616 (567) 277-3145 jjays71@aol.com Rybuna Levels II (Meghan) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Junior Warden 1830 Penn Rd. Toledo, OH 43615 (313) 530-2808 rybunalevels@yahoo.com Benjamin L. Croley, PM . . Secretary 2310 Lehman Avenue Toledo, OH 43611 (419) 349-2924 michiganben@accesstoledo.com Thomas Logan Jr. PM (Patti) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Treasurer 5885 Ayers Road Walbridge, OH 43465 tflogan@accesstoledo.com Richard Orth PM . . . . . . . . Chaplain James Gockerman (Joyce) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Senior Deacon Joshua Anderson (Shannon) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Junior Deacon Thomas Mohr (Cindy) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Senior Steward Mark Anderson (Rebecca) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Junior Steward Thomas Hagen, PM (Cheryl). . Tyler Kenneth Mikolas, PM (Dyane) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L.E.O. MEETINGS AND EVENTS Thursday, October 13, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting.

Thursday, October 20, 7:00 p.m. – Special Meeting: E.A. Degree, Peaches and Cream Night with Brothers of Pemberville Lodge.

Saturday, November 19, 8:00 a.m. – Bus Departs for Frankenmuth and Birch Run. REMARKS We will be putting together eight Christmas baskets for this year and we are now starting to take donations at the lodge.

Don’t forget that Grand Lodge begins October 13, at Kalahari in Sandusky. Make sure to get your reservations in.

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Genoa Lodge #433 Cordiall ly Invites Y You ou to Join Them for

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WB Chad Simpson Tuesda ay, Sept. 6 7:30 p.m.

Mas M ter Masons Onl ly! l y!

(Compliment tary Dinner at 6:30 p.m.) www.GenoaLodge433.com

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LUCAS COUNTY MEMORIAL LODGE

11TH MASONIC DISTRICT ASSOCIATION Member of the Masonic Relief Association of the United States and Canada Web site: www.illustrious11th.org Mark P. Allred, Jr., PM . . . President 4115 Willys Parkway Toledo, OH 43612 419-913-8004 mallred@ymail.com Eric B. Erickson First Vice President 419-349-2972 eericks1@buckeye-express.com Jason B. Shamy . . . . . . . . . Second Vice President 13853 Angola Road Swanton, OH 43558 419-350-5714 jshamy13@gmail.com Richard G. Fries, PM . . . . Secretary 100 Maple Court Waterville, OH 43556 419-878-7421 Isaac Demarest, PDDGM . Treasurer John F. Dinan . . . . . . . . . . . Chaplain 810 Fifth St. Bowling Green, OH 43402 740-408-4886 Timothy Frank, PM . . . . . . . Trustee Hayward Evans, PDDGM . . Trustee Gary L. McElfresh, PDDGM Trustee Nicholas J. Sansom, PM . . . . Trustee MEETINGS AND EVENTS Friday and Saturday, October 14 and 15 – Grand Lodge, Kalahari Resort (Sandusky).

Thursday, November 3, 7:00 p.m. – Annual Meeting and Election of Officers at Zenobia Shrine.

REMARKS Brethren, Our district is getting ready, along with all of our lodges, to have our annual meeting and election of officers. This will take place on Thursday, November 3, at 7:00 p.m., at Zenobia Shrine.

It has been an absolute pleasure serving you as the President of this amazing district this past year. We have had one of the most exciting years, especially having the Grand Master from our district. I would like to thank all of our district officers for working so hard to make this an amazing year.

Grand Lodge is upon us. Please ensure that your lodge is represented so that our hard working deputies don’t have to track you down! Please join us Thursday and Friday night of Grand Lodge in our district hospitality room.

It’s sure to be a great time!

Again, thank you all for your support this year. In seeing the attendance at our district meetings skyrocket, I know there are great things in store for our future.

Fraternally, Mark Allred, President

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District Deputy Grand Masters R. W. Bro. Mark E. Bowlick 3250 Ravenwood Toledo, OH 43614 (419) 392-2002 mark.bowlick@abcsupply.com R. W. Bro. Dan E. Slavin 1732 Rivard Road Toledo, OH 43615 (567) 298-8834 dan.slavin1732@gmail.com R. W. Bro. John J. Zettler 13411 Rodesiler Highway Ottawa Lake, MI 49267 (419) 467-8249 john.zettler.1759@gmail.com District Education Officers W. Bro. Rick Crow 14318 Georgetown Drive Bowling Green, OH 43402 (419) 308-7588 Ecrow@woh.rr.com W. Bro. Donald Decker 12312 Bradner Road Bradner, OH 43406-9730 (419) 288-2985 W. Bro. Steven A. Sorge 2238 Angel Avenue Toledo, OH 43611-1654 (419) 726-8385 sasorge@bex.net Home District of Grand Master M. W. Bro. Robert C. Rill, Jr. (Jennifer) 5465 Fulton-Lucas Road Swanton, OH 43558 (419) 826-9224 Home (419) 261-4254 Cell rcrilljr@embarqmail.com Junior Grand Deacon R. W. Bro. Steven M. Grindle (Jane Anne) (419) 509-7875 Grand Chaplain R. W. Bro Gary L. McElfresh (Carol) Grand Tyler R. W. Bro. Robert G. Sickelbaugh (Anne) Past Grand Master … 2009 M. W. Bro. Charles R. Murphy (Zoellen) Past Grand Secretary Past Grand Master … 1988 M. W. Bro. George O. Braatz (Marilyn) Associate Grand Chaplain 1995 and 2001 R. W. Bro. Walter E. Ellenberger (Carolyn) Associate Grand Chaplain … 2009 R. W. Bro. Gary L. McElfresh 6207 Sugarberry Lane Toledo, OH 43614 Past Grand Tyler … 1987 R. W. Bro. George Christopher Past Grand Tyler … 1995 R. W. Bro. John M. Worcester, Jr. (Diane) Past Grand Tyler … 2002 R. W. Bro. Edward L. Draper (Joan)

FORT MEIGS CHAPTER No. 29 R.A.M. Masonic Temple 3510 Holland– Sylvania Road Toledo, OH 43615

Masonic Temple 3510 HollandSylvania Road Toledo, Ohio 43615 CHARTERED OCTOBER 19, 1963 James Dahms (Ronnie) . . . . . . . . . . . .Worshipful Master 4457 Garrison Toledo, OH 43613 (419) 474-8809 Oldtech1@sbcglobal.com John Zettler . . . . . . . .Senior Warden 13411 Rodesiler Highway Ottawa Lake, MI 49267 (419) 467-8249 john.zettler.1759@gmail.com Isaac Demarest DDGM (Heather) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Junior Warden 5970 Luddington Toledo, OH 43615 Home: 567-455-6986 Cell: 419-490-5285 i.demarest@yahoo.com Steven M. Grindle PDDGM, JGD (JaneAnne) . . . . . . . . . .Secretary 8307 Hidden Forest Drive Holland, OH 43523 Work (419) 407-4140 ext. 220 Cell (419) 509-7875 Steve@ChampionCU.org Reed N. Knowles (Maureen) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Treasurer (419) 472-0207 pm97708@gmail.com Raymond Slates (Louise) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Senior Deacon Greg Zook (Jeannie) .Junior Deacon Jimmy Simpson . . . .Senior Steward Steven Sorge . . . . . . .Junior Steward Orlo Cully (Darla) . . . . . . . . . . .Tyler Dan Slavin (Cindy) . . . . . . .Chaplain MEETINGS AND EVENTS Held at Sylvania Pyramid Lodge on the second Tuesdays of December, March, June, and September at 6:30 p.m.

REMARKS Please purchase memberships from any member. Representatives should be present at most inspections. Meetings are open to any member. Memberships are open to any Master Mason.

Lucas County Memorial Lodge is authorized by the Grand Lodge of Ohio, and was established on October 19, 1963, for the purpose of performing funeral rites on a brother in good standing who died while living or sojourning in Lucas County (or a county adjoining Lucas County), but who, at the time of his death, was not a member of a lodge in any of these counties.

The Memorial Lodge does not do any degree work, but only funeral services.

In the performance of the funeral rites for a deceased brother, Lucas County Memorial Lodge is governed by the provision of the Ohio Masonic Code relating to Masonic Funerals. The service is rendered in the spirit of brotherly love and charity.

Membership is open to all Masons in the 11th Masonic District.

Dues are still just $1.00. Please see any officer to get your dues card today!

James Dahms, WM

“The secret of life isn’t what happens to you, but what you do with what happens to you.”

- Brother Norman Vincent Peale “Be courteous to all, but intimate with few, and let those few be well tried before you give them your confidence.

True friendship is a plant of slow growth, and must undergo and withstand the shocks of adversity before it is entitled to the appellation.”

– Brother George Washington

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www.ftmeigschapter29.org ftmeigschapter29@gmail.com Jimmy Simpson. . . . . . . . High Priest Sylvania,OH 43560 (586) 362-8652 nusim40@gmail.com Leonard C. Gozdowski . . . . . . . King (419) 392-4883 lennyg1@yahoo.com Greg Zook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Scribe (419) 536-6122 gzook@aol.com Cliff Hiestand . . . . . . . . . . . Secretary (419) 460-1364 cgh512@toast.net Jeff Lewis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Treasurer (614) 266-5467 lewis.jp1980@gmail.com Jim Norton . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chaplain Ray Slates . . . . . Captain of the Host (419) 392-2046 Robert Smith. . . Principle Sojourner (419) 882-6451 Alexander Kruse . . . . . . . . . . . Royal Arch Captain (414) 801-0961 Rod Johnstone . . . . . Master 3rd Veil (419) 729-0362 Larry Whitcomb . . . Master 2nd Veil (419) 466-9430 Tom Abner. . . . . . . . . Master 1st Veil (419) 346-5913 Joe RuizGuard . . . . . . . . . . . Sentinel (419) 779-5729 MEETINGS AND EVENTS Wednesday, October 5, 6:30 p.m.

– Dinner.

Wednesday, October 5, 7:30 p.m.

– York Rite Night.

Wednesday, October 19, 7:30 p.m.

– Stated Meeting.

REMARKS Greetings Companions, The first stated meeting for the month of October is the 5th and is “York Rite Night,” with a steak dinner. Please remember that reservations must be made in for this dinner. Companions need to contact Companion Tom Abner at (419) 346-5913 or by email at ftmeigschapter29@gmail.com by October 4, if you would like to join us for dinner.

The cost is $10.00.

Companions, the officers are looking forward to continued fellowship with all companions in month of October, so please come out and join us at our two stated meetings of October 5 and 19.

As a reminder, the Grand Chapter Convocation is slated for October 5 through 8, at Kalahari in Sandusky.

Also, remember to mark your calendars early as Ft. Meigs’ inspection will take place January 18, in the Mark Master Degree, with dinner.

Now that summer activities are winding down, the time is right to once again attend your Blue Lodge and be active in your chapter.

Lastly, keep our sick and distressed companions and their family members in your thoughts and prayers, as well as those who serve vigilantly to protect our freedoms each day.

Remember, it is not what your chapter can do for you, companions, but what each and every one of the companions can do for your chapter.

God bless all and keep you safe.

Fraternally, Jimmy Simpson, EHP

“Faith is an act of rational choice which determines us to act as if certain things were true and in the confident expectation that they will prove to be true.”

– William R. Inge

James J. Vann Sr., PGHP, KYGCH, OPC 1865-2015 And looking to the future!

Dan Trumbull (Sue) . . . . High Priest 1596 Stoneybrook Lane Temperance, MI 48182 (734) 847-3945 Dan.Trumbull@Gmail.com Howard Duke, PGCH (Carol) . King 147 E. Morocco Road Temperance, MI 48182 (734)269-9833 Kenneth S. Alexander, PHP . . Scribe Eldin Miller, KYCH (Char) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Secretary 8072 Monroe Road Lambertville, MI 48144-9721 (734) 856-2128 or (734) 807-0843 John Updike, KYCH . . . . . Treasurer 1536 Longfellow Drive Temperance, MI 48182 (734) 850-8585 Matt Miller . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chaplain K. Lee Yeager, PGHP, KYGCH, OPC . . . . . . . Captain of the Host Robert B. Powers, Sr., PHP . . . . . . . . . . . Principal Sojourner Charles R. Mahoney . . . . . . . . . . . Royal Arch Captain William R. Hubbard, PHP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Master 3rd Veil Dustin R. Cunningham . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Master 2nd Veil (734) 347-5999 James J. Vann, Sr., PGHP, KYGCH, OPC . . . . . . . . . . . Master 1st Veil Edward W. Simpson, PHP . . Sentinel Charles R. Mahoney. . . . . Education MEETINGS AND EVENTS Friday, October 14, 6:00 p.m. – Dinner and Fellowship.

Friday, October 14, 7:00 p.m. – Stated Meeting.

REMARKS Companions, Given the timing of the submission of articles for the Masonic Bulletin, I was not able to report some of the following until the October issue.

The Michigan York Rite Grand Sessions took place from August 17 through August 20, in beautiful Bay City, Michigan, for the second year in a row. I attended and participated in the One Hundred Sixty-Eighth Annual Convocation of the Grand Chapter of Michigan Royal Arch Masons on Wednesday, August 17.

Mt. Vernon Chapter No. 37 is once again well represented in the Michigan Grand Chapter, as our own Howard Duke was elected and installed as the Most Excellent Grand High Priest, Grand Chapter Royal Arch Masons of Michigan, Eldin Miller was elected and installed as the Right Excellent Grand Royal Arch Captain of the State of Michigan and Robert B. Powers, Sr. was appointed Royal Arch DDI at Large for the State of Michigan. Congratulations one and all—may this next year be a great one because of your many efforts.

Mt. Vernon Chapter No. 37 will support you in any way that we can.

The raffle drawing for the winning ticket for the Henry Golden Boy LeverAction .22 Rifle, our most recent fund raiser, was made by my wife Sue, on Wednesday August 24, just prior to the lodge temple board meeting with several companions witnessing and officiating.

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TOLEDO - PORT LAWRENCE CHAPTER

CRYSTAL CHAPTER No. 157 R.A.M. Masonic Temple 159 N. Main St. Bowling Green, Ohio 43402 Meets 2nd Thursday of the month Kenneth Rutski . . . . . . . . High Priest 1726 Spruce Drive, Apt 152 Bowling Green, OH 43402 (419) 603-0129 H. Dale Arnold, PHP . . . . . . . . . King 201 Ridge Street Bowling Green OH 43402 (419) 351-7668 Larry Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . . SCRIBE 815 Buckley Street Fostoria, OH 43402 (567) 278-1470 William G. Seemann . . . . . Secretary (419) 352-5414 Vernon C. Hansen, PHP . . Treasurer A339 Pine Valley Drive Bowling Green, OH 43402 (419) 352-3636 Atonn Smeltzer . Captain of the Host (419) 353-5433 Don Decker . . . . Principal Sojourner (419) 288-8536 Jeremy Sharninghouse . . . . . . . . . . . Royal Arch Captain (419) 348-0936 Eric Crow. . . . Master of the 3rd Veil (419) 352-2662 Jerry Milnor . Master of the 2nd Veil (419) 352-8747 Chuck Clinard Master of the 1st Veil (419) 352-0043 Don Decker. . . . . . Education Officer (419) 288-8536 1339 Pine Valley Drive Bowling Green, OH 43402 (419) 352-3636 William Mandlebaum . . . . . GUARD (419) 352-3477

Paragon Lodge trip to Frankenmuth and Birch Run, Michigan on Saturday, November 19.

The bus will depart at 8:00 a.m., from Northwood and depart Frankenmuth at 7:00 p.m., with stops at Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland, Downtown Frankenmuth and Birch Run Outlet Center.

The trip includes bus transportation with a morning snack, meals are on your own. Cost of trip is $30.00 per person.

Your payment confirms your spot and this a first-come-first-paid event which is open to friends and family.

Contact Ben Croley at (419) 3492924 or Carol Croley at (419) 666-1732 for your reservations or any other questions.

As my second term as Master comes down to its final months, I would like to thank all of the officers for everything they’ve done. You know that I went into this year so very proud of who we are as Masons and what we have accomplished.

I can’t explain to all of you what it means to be elected Master; you have to experience that for yourself. The reward you get from the officers of your lodge by putting in the time and labor yourself only to be returned tenfold.

You know, every time I walk into the lodge as a Past Master, I am so proud to teach and pass on the values that I feel are important to life, as well as Masonic (Continued in Column 2)

No. 161 R.A.M. Harbor Light Temple 3024 131st Street Toledo, OH 43611 Ronald Adair (Jill) . . . . . High Priest 4418 Burnham Avenue Toledo, OH 43612 (567) 328-8265 ronald_adair@scbglobal.net Richard J. Brown. . . . . . . . . . . . King 2315 135th Street Toledo, OH 43611 (419) 726-6239 richardbrown3215@gmail.com Gregory T. Eckert . . . . . . . . . . Scribe 7741 Sioux Ridge Drive Maumee, OH 43537 (419) 868-6432 gterino1@yahoo.com Gary T. McLaren . . . . . . . . Secretary 2306 1058th Street Toledo, OH 43611 (419) 729-1050 gtmpost@buckeye-access.com Thomas R. Stanger . . . . . . Treasurer 2611 Shoreland Avenue, Apt. 6 Toledo, OH 43611 (419) 727-9001 tom51@bex.net Richard J. Brown . . . . . . . . Chaplain (419) 726-6239 Charles Ottney . Captain of the Host (419) 290-6487 James R. Dahms Principle Sojourner (419) 345-2399 Eugene Gray Jr. Royal Arch Captain (419) 478-5807 William H. Tolles . . . Master 2nd Veil (419) 279-1977 Keith A. Holub . . . . . Master 1st Veil (419) 476-9321 Benjamin L. Croley . . . . . . . . Guard (419) 349-2924 MEETINGS AND EVENTS Monday, October 17, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting.

REMARKS We are raising funds and collecting non-perishables for Edgewater Elementary School for Thanksgiving. A collection box will be placed at Harbor Light Temple, 3024 131st Street. The children have written cards in the past stating that if not for the donations received, they would have been without a Thanksgiving dinner.

We also will be collecting for Christmas. For more information contact Richard Brown.

Paragon Lodge values.

I just hope that all the Past Masters can feel the same way that I do and want to come to lodge and help and teach the younger generation about everything that has gotten us to this point.

I know that we are all so very busy, but I feel it’s very important that we take the time to meet and enjoy the fellowship that Masonry offers. When a new member joins, he needs to see there are lots of brothers looking forward to his success during the journey that he is about to take. These are lifelong lessons that only a Freemason will understand.

With that said, thank you for allowing me to sit in that chair.

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OAK HARBOR CHAPTER No. 162 R.A.M. 210 W. Jefferson Street Oak Harbor, OH 43449 (419) 898-3301 Larry Ellison . . . . . . . . . . High Priest (419) 340-6048 bellison@harbor.org Mark Allred . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . King (419) 913-8004 mallred@ymail.com Rod Fowler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Scribe (419) 607-3529 rodfowler8981@yahoo.com Wayne S. Dill PGHP . . . . . Treasurer (734) 771-9862 BuckeyeBuddy@aol.com Bill Windnagel . . . . . . . . . . Secretary (419) 898-6150 windnagel@hotmail.com Dan Garringer . . . . Capt. of the Host (419) 944-5645 dgarringer@buckeye-express.com J. Keith Green. . Principal Sojourner P.O. Box 26 Keith3558@aol.com Michael Shobe . Royal Arch Captain (567) 686-9658 secretary@toledoaasr.com Doug Parker. . Master of the 3rd Veil (419) 764-3618 dpp4741@msn.com Kevin McComas . . . . . . . . . . Master of the 2nd Veil (419) 340-4087 frd112@aol.com Tom Evans. . . . Master of the 1st Veil (419) 797-4339 mackinaww83@cros.net Jack Worcester . . . . . . . . . . Chaplain (419) 262-0656 jackw@amplex.net David Roper . . . . . Education Officer (419) 346-4105 DRoper5604@gmail.com John Niefer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Guard (419) 341-0528 jpniefer@hotmail.com MEETINGS AND EVENTS Wednesday, October 5 – Grand Chapter of Ohio Annual Convocation at Kalahari in Sandusky.

Sunday, October 23, 2:00 p.m. – Religious Reaffirmation Sunday at Ft. Miami/Calumet.

Thursday, October 27, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting, Royal Arch School.

REMARKS And another year begins in the history of Oak Harbor Chapter, with a new slate of officers having been installed in September.

Our congratulations to the newly installed Grand King of the Grand Chapter of Ohio, our own R.E.C. Keith Green.

We have a busy two years ahead of us as members and supporters of Keith. “Will you answer the call” when asked to help?

We certainly hope that you will.

Sincerely and fraternally, Larry Ellison, H.P.

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No. 191 Maumee Masonic Temple 119 W. Wayne St. Maumee, OH 43537 Jim Dollar (Debi) . . . . . . High Priest 917 Pine Street Perrysburg, OH 43551 (419) 376-6412 jdollar917@buckeye-express.com Dorsey Kinsey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . King 3522 Muirfield Avenue Toledo, OH 43614 (419) 385-0950 dkinsey@bex.net Bob TerDoest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Scribe 26153 Thompson Road Perrysburg, OH 43551 (419) 213-1596 Dave Szostek. . . . . . . . . . . . Secretary 131 Ivanhill Road Toledo, OH 43615 (419) 392-3133 unreeldavy@aol.com John Tansey . . . . . . . . . . . . Treasurer 876 Maple Lane Waterville, OH 43566 (419) 878-4334 jmtansey@roadrunner.com Bob TerDoest. . . . . . . . . . . . Chaplain Terry Yoakam . . Captain of the Host (419) 868-8702 Jim Moomey . . . Principle Sojourner (567) 868-3992 rebelrambler19@gmail.com Mark Christian Royal Arch Captain (419) 491-0590 mchristianpublic@gmail.com Gerry Steiner . . . . . . Master 3rd Veil (419) 297-6132 gerry2357@gmail.com Bill Clayton . . . . . . . Master 2nd Veil (419) 350-1107 Arlan Manrow. . . . . . Master 1st Veil (419) 392-6961 amanrow@gmail.com Jimmy Walsh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Guard (419) 868-1521 jwgw0625@aol.com Terry Yoakam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CEO MEETINGS AND EVENTS Monday, October 10, 6:30 p.m. – Fellowship Hour.

Monday, October 10, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting.

Sunday, October 23, 2:00 p.m. – Religious Reaffirmation Service at Ft. Miami.

Saturday, October 29, 9:00 a.m. – Grand Chapter 200th Anniversary Class and GHP Reception (Cleveland Masonic Auditorium).

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John Tansey, PHP (191). . . President 876 Maple Lane Waterville, OH 43566 (419) 878-4334 jmtansey@roadrunner.com Ronal W. Adair (161) . . . . . . . . . . . First Vice President 4418 Burnham Avenue Toledo, OH 43612 (419) 478-7619 Ronald_Adair@sbcglobal.net Kenneth Rutski (157) . . . . . . . . . Second Vice President 1726 Spruce Drive, Apt. 152 Bowling Green, OH 43402 (419) 603-0129 Michael E. Shobe, PHP (162) . . . . . . . . . . . Secretary/Treasurer 1940 County Road 5-2 Delta, OH 43515 (567) 693-5306 mshobe237@aol.com Jack Worcester, PHP (162) Chaplain 28545 McCarty Drive Perrysburg, OH 43551 (419) 262-0656 jackw@amplex.net Douglas E. Towslee, PHP (191) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DDGHP 6736 W.Meadows Lane Maumee, OH 43537 (419) 704-8270 Towslee@bex.net William Windnagel, PHP (162) . . . . District Educational Officer P.O. Box 227 Oak Harbor, OH 43449 (419) 898-6150 windnagel@hotmail.com REC J.Keith Green, PDDGHP, KYCH, 33rd. . . . . . Grand Scribe P.O. Box 26 Graytown, OH 43432 (419) 270-0414 Keith3558@aol.com MEC Wayne C. Dill, PGHP, KYCH, 33rd, OPC 2107 Memorial Drive Clarksville, TN 37043 (931) 551-9778 buckeyebuddy@aol.com MEETINGS AND EVENTS Wednesday-Thursday, October 56 – Grand Chapter, Kalahari Resort, Sandusky.

Thursday, October 27 – Royal Arch School, Oak Harbor.

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Saturday November 19th

Departs 8:00 a.m. from Northwood and leaves Frankenmuth at 7:00 p.m.

Contact Ben Croley at 419-349-2924 or Carol Croley at 419-666-1732 for reservations or any questions

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THE ZENOBIA HADJI A Record Of The News, Tidings & Events of the Zenobia Shriners, Whose Members Are A Part Of

“THE WORLD’S GREATEST PHILANTHROPY” The Pote’s Notes

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THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX

Greetings Nobles: It’s hard to believe the Autumn months are upon us, and soon we’ll be experiencing the beauties of the colorful leaves, crisp air and holiday preparations. October also signals in a very busy month for Zenobia Shrine Masons, and in fact all Freemasons in Ohio.

This is the time of year when all of the Grand Masonic Bodies hold their annual meetings, and those involved in the York Rite will be on the move much of the month. As if that weren’t enough, there also are numerous District Deputy Grand Master and District Education Officer installations scheduled throughout our area as well. We wish each and every one of these brothers safe travels, and offer our congratulations and best wishes to all the new officers throughout Ohio.

Other events to put in your calendars are the Ladies’ Style Show on Saturday, October 1, at the U.T. Radisson, and the Children’s Safe Halloween event on Sunday, October 30, at Zenobia.

The style show promises to be a banner event, and the Safe Halloween will be a “must attend experience” for all kids. Not only will it offer a safe venue in which they’ll be able to trick or treat, but it also will be a great way for the units and clubs to participate together to support this fun family activity.

The stated meeting on October 13 will be considered an Officer Move-Up Night. Due to the Grand Lodge of Ohio Annual Communication occurring at the same time, many of us will be out of town that evening. As a result, the stated meeting will be run by a “skeleton crew” of officers. Please Nobles, if you’re in town, make it a point to attend the meeting that evening and support Noble Brian Ramsey and the other officers who are able to be there.

Finally, the results of the special election are in. We offer our most sincere congratulations to the following new officers, who were installed at the stated meeting: High Priest and Prophet: Noble Dan E. Slavin Oriental Guide: Noble Boyd E. Durain 1st Ceremonial Master: Noble Isaac D. Demarest 2nd Ceremonial Master: Noble Ty J. Stout Please make it a point to congratulate these Nobles the next time you see them. They do a lot of great things for Zenobia, and their knowledge, enthusiasm, dedication and commitment is sure to benefit Zenobia Shrine for many years to come.

As always Nobles, we thank you for your commitment to a positive and enthusiastic Zenobia. Remember, that the strength of our organization derives from Freemasonry and Shrine working together, and thinking a little outside the box.

Potentate Charlie

CHAPLAIN’S H A T

Dear Nobles: Grace and peace to you and yours in the name of the Great Creator. How majestic is our Creator God. Each season moves into the other and each has a distinctive flavor all its own.

Here we are in October.

The leaves are starting to change and soon the landscape will display the colors of fall. The nights will cool and we will begin to feel a change in the weather. Such is the eternal plan of He who created us.

And while the seasons come and go, the work of our Shrine/Mason obligations continues. All around us, like the beauty of the changing seasons, are beautiful children who have been broken by accidents or physical challenges. Our Creator God has given us the opportunity to be the means whereby these little ones can

Shriners International

ZENOBIA SHRINERS

October 2016

MEET YOUR NEW SECOND CEREMONIAL MASTER In May, 2003, Ty J. Stout joined Brainard Lodge #336 as well as Zenobia Shriners.

Twelve years later in 2015, he also joined Genoa Lodge #433 as a Plural Member, and is a proud member of all three organizations.

Since joining Zenobia, Ty has been active in many clubs and units. He is a member of Fremont Shrine Club, and served the Club as its President for two years. Additionally, as an active member of Hillbilly Clan #75, he also served for one year as Raban of the Clan.

Widely recognized for his abilities and willingness to contribute, Ty has served on various Potentates’ A-Teams on five occasions, and as Chief Aide for two years. Furthermore he serves as Ambassador to the Findlay Shrine Club, and

is an active member of the Clowns as “Lumbear”. He is a regular and active participant in the Circus and parades, and always enjoys delighting kids with balloon tying.

Ty and his lady Alisha have been married 13 years, and reside in Fremont, with their beloved Labradors, Duke and Dutch. In his professional life, Ty has worked for the City of Fremont Parks Department as a heavy equipment operator since 2001.

Noble Ty Stout’s blood runs deep with Zenobia, as he has been mentored by his grandfather, his father and his uncle. In his spare time, Ty enjoys hunting, fishing, riding his motorcycle and tinkering in his garage.

He looks forward to serving the Nobility of Zenobia, and to helping our temple flourish.

Ty J. Stout

E P O R T

Recorder.

With the High Priest and Prophet office being vacant, at the stated meeting the following were elected or appointed and installed—Noble Dan Slavin, High Priest and Prophet; Noble Boyd Durain, Oriental Guide; Noble Isaac Demarest, 1st Ceremonial Master, and Noble Ty Stout, 2nd Ceremonial Master. We congratulate those elected, appointed and installed and welcome them to Zenobia’s Divan.

Remember the Circus is coming to town in March of 2017. Now is the time to sell

Circus ads. We would have a very successful Circus, if every Noble sold or bought one additional $100.00 ad for our book.

Forms available by calling the office, 419-661-9200.

Safe Halloween at Zenobia on October 30. Contact Noble Troy Hawkins to have a spot to participate at troy@hawkinslaw.us We will look for you at the stated meeting on October 13.

Several of the Divan members, including the Recorder, will be at the meeting of the Grand Lodge of Ohio.

Yours in the Faith, Dick Fries, Recorder

RECORDER’S

Dues notices were sent out in September. Everyone who has a balance for 2017, should have received a statement. If you have prepaid or are a Total Life member, you will not receive a notice. Dues are payable by the end of the year.

This year you will be receiving a 2017 sticker to place on your dues card and you will not receive a new dues card. If you have any questions concerning dues, please call the find solace. He has placed in our hands the tool of healing.

He has called men and women to the healing task and He has called us to support those whose hands claim the healing touch.

As you look around you, there are those to whom the care of Shrine/Masonry can be extended. Like the withered leaves of trees we have the opportunity to paint the bright color of hope upon each life we touch.

Peace, Hugh W. Bowland, D. Min. Chaplain Zenobia Shrine PS: What day is it?

OFFICIAL CALL OF THE POTENTATE: NOBILITY OF ZENOBIA ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

MONTHLY STATED MEETING ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Thursday, October 13 at 8048 Broadstone Boulevard Perrysburg, OH 43551

Stated Meeting 7:30 p.m.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ATTEST: RICHARD G. FRIES, RECORDER –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Zenobia Web site: www.zenobiashriners.com

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Greetings from all of your Zenobia Campers!

Only three more months until the new year! Scary, isn’t it! But our camping season goes on.

Our last Camp-out took place on August 11 thru 13. Our Wagon Masters (Dave and Pat) led us to Sauder Village campground near Archbold. We enjoyed the village, had the use of their pool and their meeting room at the inn.

Yes, some of the rain showers sent us rushing for shelter, but as quickly as they poped up, they went away! AND of course, we did visit their Barn Resturant!! I believe we had 22 campers in attendance, two couples stayed at the inn, and nine units.

Our next Camp-out was at Sonny’s Camp Ground, September 8 through 11. It is near Sauders. I am sure that Steve and Diane had an exciting event planned!

We welcome any Shriners with a camping unit to join us.

We are a growing unit and would like for you to give us a try! We do meet year around.

Until next month, keep the CAMPFIRES burning!

Rod

#8

On way to Catawba, we stopped by Foster Body Shop in Fremont. We swapped stories and walked down memory lane with Barb. We had a lot of fun times and met a lot of nice Shrine Masons along the way.

For those newer members, you are experiencing “fun” and building memories that you, too, will look back on, so enjoy the ride.

Could you imagine a strong Ohio State fan singing the Michigan fight song? Ask Illustrious Sir Keith Tuttle why he was forced to do so.

The Pote’s bus trip to Cincinnati was a huge success. Thanks to Illustrious Sir Jack Storey for making his specialty beverage.

We took a river boat cruise and toured the Shrine Hospital. If you have never visited one of our 22 hospitals, please do so. It is truly a very rewarding experience and makes you feel proud to be a Shriner.

A tip of the fez to those who transport our children, as well as those who sit on the hospital boards. Your dedication is

ZENOBIA HADJI Issued monthly except during July and August ZENOBIA SHRINERS 8048 Broadstone Blvd., Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 Telephone (419) 661-9200 • Fax (419) 661-1600 E-mail: recorder@zenobiashriners.com EDITOR’S COMMITTEE John Mershon, Chairman (e-mail: jlpmershon@msn.com) Richard Reder, Assistant Editor ELECTED DIVAN Charles Murphy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Potentate Brian Ramsey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Chief Rabban Tom Binder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Assistant Rabban Dan Slavin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .High Priest & Prophet Boyd Durain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Oriental Guide David Coy, CPA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Treasurer Dick Fries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Recorder/Business Manager TRUSTEES Eric Anderson, Chmn.

Mark Bowlick Jerry Crouch Mike Ray Joseph Bublick, PP Bob Barkhimer (Em) H. “Bud” Crary (Em) IMPERIAL COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVES Charles Murphy, Potentate Tom Binder, AR Richard Fries, Recorder Richard Schroeder, HP&P Oscar Oehmler, PP (Emeritus) Imp. Sir Bernard Lemieux, MD, PP (Advitam) SHRINERS HOSPITALS FOR CHILDREN Chicago Board of Governors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jerry Crouch Emeritus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jeffrey Kuhn, PP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Gerald Bryant, PP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Imperial Sir Dr. Bernard Lemieux, PP Associate Board Member . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Keith Tuttle, PP Erie Board of Governors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Wallace Powell Emeritus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .C. Douglas Curry, PP Cincinnati Board of Governors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dennis Gable, PP Emeritus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dr. Jerry Argabrite, PP Associate Board Member . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Troy Hawkins APPOINTED OFFICERS Isaac Demarest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .First Ceremonial Master Ty Stout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Second Ceremonial Master Rev. Hugh Bowland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Chaplain Ken Janicki . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Director of Units Norm Burrow, Jr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marshal Keith Quillin, Ralph Pritts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Assistant Marshals Robert Fries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Captain of the Guard Ralph Pritts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Outer Guard AMBASSADORS Chief Ambassador . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Charles E. Insley Ambassador-at-Large . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Herm McCreary Findlay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ty Stout Firelands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Herm McCreary Fremont . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jim Mannning Northwest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Charles Bowers Ottawa County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Steve Hessler Tiffin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jerry Crouch Van Wert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .George A. Winnie Advertising of activities and fund raising in this publication are for Shriners activities and not for the Shrine Hospitals, unless indicated otherwise.

October 2016

2016 APPROVED ZENOBIA PARADES

Sat., Oct 8., Oak Harbor ................................................................10:00-11:00 am Sat., Nov 12 … Toledo Holiday Parade.............................................9:00-10:00 am Approved Parades without times or dates supplied: Tiffin Holiday Parade Tiffin Christmas Parade much appreciated. Think Membership!

There is a lot going on at Zenobia and as I prepare this column, I am looking forward to GLSA (September 8 to 10) stated meeting on the 15th and Circus Kick Off on the 21st.

Speaking of the Circus, we all need to support it by selling ads (a good way to earn money for your unit/club), helping with the preparation, selling novelties/rides, ushering etc.

God bless to our sick and shut ins.

Bernie Welniak P.P., 330

Zenobia Band Now taking requests for holiday concerts. Hurry, we do not want anybody to be left out.

Our motto is “We Kare.”

Featured tune this month; “Come On with the Beer,” by Harry L. Alford.

Will

CHICAGO HOSPITAL SHRINELINES Green Bay Packers Celebrate ‘Shrine Night’ For the 66th year, the Green Bay Packers have presented an annual major gift to Shriners Hospitals for Children - Chicago.

This year’s gift was given at Midwest Shrine Night at Lambeau Field, Green Bay, Wisconsin.

Members of Tripoli and Beja Shrines received the gift of $38,500, bringing the Green Bay Packers’ total giving to our hospital over the years to $3,896,000. Midwest Shrine Night, scheduled during the Packers’ first pre-season home opener, is a celebration of the historic association between the Green Bay Packer franchise and SHC - Chicago, which began in 1950, as an annual Shrine game between the Chicago Bears and Packers, sponsored by Tripoli and Medinah Temples in Milwaukee. The Packers have maintained their association with our hospital annually since that first game and are nearing the $4-million mark in giving to our hospital. A franchise owned by the citizens of the Green Bay com-

munity, the Packer organization stands as one of the great charitable enterprises of the National Football League, and we are delighted to be partners with so noble an establishment.

We extend our appreciation to Medinah and Tripoli Temples for launching this long-running event, so important to our hospital. And we thank Tripoli and Beja Temples, who maintain strong links with the Packers, nurtured annually through this Shrine game.

But, most of all, we salute Mark Murphy and the Green Bay Packers for their generous philanthropic vision, which touches the lives of thousands of children, from Wisconsin, across the midwest, and throughout the country, who benefit from their generosity through care at our hospital.

The celebration included a tailgate party, hosted by Beja Shrine. Nobles released dozens of balloons following the National Anthem. The Packers defeated the Cleveland Browns in the home opener, 17-11.

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CHICAGO HOSPITAL 42 GLSA Great Lakes Benefit SHRINELINES nd

Salmon -Derby A Great Success

Seventy-nine fishermen on 20 fishing vessels, provided by Michigan City Charter Association at reduced rate for hospital, launched ndthe 42 Annual Great Lakes Shrine Association Benefit Salmon Derby, May 19-21, out of City, IN, harbor (photo, left). Fishing at ab Salmon -Derby A Great Success Michigan feet depth in Lake Michigan, they enjoy ed -nine fishermen on 20 fishing vessels, provided splendidby catches of Coho and for kingour salmon, n City Charter Association at reduced rate nd steelheads, lake and l, launched the 42 Annual Great Lakes Shrine brown and chition 42nd Benefit Salmon Derby, 19-21, outtrout, of GLSA Great Lakes Benefit SalmonMay Derby— nook (photo right ).The (photo, average weight each fish n City, IN, harbor left).ofFishing at is10 aboutlbs.; 100-the best of A Great Success lake trout.

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first salmon derby inis May 1975, under the leadership of Bob Drake, GLSA presi n, The they enjoy ed Michigan City Charter Associaaverage was weight held of each fish tion at reduced rate for our hos10 pounds; the best of this Dan Bowers Shriners International.

The d catches oftheof pital, launched 42nd Annualvessels, year’s catch was aprovided 19-pound shermen on 20 fishing bylargest attendance for one year was 426 Nobles.

Shrine Temples havelake participated in the event, including 12 Imperial officers. Over the ye Great salmon, Lakes Shrine Association trout. d king harter Association at reduced rate for our Benefit Salmon Derby, May 19 The first salmon derby was raised more than $500,000 for our hospital. ads, lake and through 21, out of Michigan held in May 1975, under the nd hed the 42 Lakes Shrine City,Annual Indiana, harborGreat (above leadership of Bob Drake, GLSA Nathan Routson and family at Michigan 400. They were guests of David Ragan, car #23—Love to rout, and chi2016 GLSA president, Murat Noble Phil Thrasher, attended the opening launch but did not fi photo).

Fishing at about 100- president, and Dr. Dan Bowers the Rescue and B K Racing. Nathan was a patient at Shriners Hospital for Children - Chicago. efit Salmon Derby, May 19-21, out of feet depth in Lake of Shriners International. andMichigan, directed by Mizpah The Shrine, Mizpah Nobles Sam Winebrenner, Larry Chapel, Owen shOrganized is10 lbs.; the best of they enjoyed splendid catches largest attendance for one year

Shrinephoto, Temples have particiIN,Dave harbor Fishing at about 100Hollenbach, and Frank right) of Coho and king (photo, salmon, steelwasleft).

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SUHVHQWHG WKLV \HDUÂśV JLIW RI WR <RXUV 7UXO\ DW D Imperial officers. Over the years this GLSA event has raised more than , under the leadership of Bob Drake, president, and Dr. recent luncheon at the hospital.

$500,000 for our hospital. enjoy ed argest attendance for one year was 426 Nobles.

More than 27 2016 GLSA president, Murat We are grateful for the vision and consistent commitment s ofincluding 12 Imperial officers. Noble Phil Thrasher, attended this event has nt, Over the years the opening launch but didover not of Nobles from so many Temples for their support the almon, fish this year. Organized and diyears. They take advantage our unique of andrected beautiful

by Mizpah Shrine, Mize and pah Nobles Winebrenner, setting on Lake Michigan, to enjoy several days of fishing, her, attended the opening launch but did Sam not fish this year.

Larry Chapel, Owen Wade, d chifellowship, and fundraising, to benefit children.

Dave Hollenbach, and Frank zpah Nobles Sam Winebrenner, Larry Chapel, Owen Wade, Nordman (in bottom photo) prelbs.; the best of o, right) sented this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gift of $4,000

a Remember recent luncheon at the hosFriends of Nicky Randazzoatpital.

Him Fondly at SHC - Chicago

We are grateful for the vision and of the commuter train past our hospital Randazzo (left)consistent usedcommitment to ride Nobles from so many temples in Elmwood Park the Exchange in Chicago, where he wa for theirto support over Mercantile the years.

They take advantage of our commented about the great good SHC - Chicago does for kids. A trag unique and beautiful setting on in Chicago, 36-year-old took Nicky a to c Lake Michigan, to enjoy several from us on July 8, 2010. Desiring days of fishing, fellowship, and to him, his family and friends began an annual golf outing in his fundraising, to benefit children.

the leadershipNicholas of Bob Drake, GLSA president, and Dr. nt commitment his home ttendance for one year was 426 Nobles. More than 27 pport over the He often uding 12 Imperial officers. Over the years this event has

accident ful days of fishing,memorial proceeds from that outing being given to our hospital in his memory. ldren. the opening ended launch but did not fish this year.

Nicky was D FRXVLQ RI )UDQN ³+RW 'RJ´ Faruggia, les Sam Winebrenner, Larry Chapel, Owen Wade, Medinah Shriner, a generous soul, devoted to children, hospital, and the welfare of people everywhere. We Zenobia Ladies Show Him 2016 Fondly at SHCStyle -our Chicago )mber that Nicholas Randazzo is memorialized in our hospital. We are both blessed and honored by

Fall Fashion Friends & Fun!

friends and family ,of approximately 10,000, $ to benefit children and sustain our marvelous pediatric

d to ride the commuter train past our hospital each day, from Saturday,inOctober 1, 2016 where he was a trader. the Mercantile Exchange Chicago, great good SHC - Chicago does for kids. A tragic auto tment Radisson at UTMC ld Nicky from us on July 8, 2010. Desiring a to create TOLEDO COIN er the Fashions CJ Banks andgolf Christopher & Banks in his honor,EXCHANGE INC. and friends began anbyannual outing the Over 50 Years Experience Tickets $35.00hospital per person ~ Tables 8 ~ Limited to 250 attendees ing given to our in ofhis memory. fishing, Silent Auction ~ Lucky Lady ~ Door Prizes ALL COINS & PRECIOUS METALS Faruggia, Medinah Shriner, a generous soul, BOUGHT â&#x20AC;˘ SOLD â&#x20AC;˘ APPRAISED Doors Open at 10:30 a.m.

Northwest Ohioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Leading Numismatic Specialists pital, and the welfare of people everywhere. We are honored Style Show Ticket Co-Chairs Pocket Watches â&#x20AC;˘ Jewelry ur hospital. WeGeorgia areDurain both blessed and honored by the gifts of Silver &â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;Gold Items â&#x20AC;˘ Masonic Items â&#x20AC;&#x201C; gdurain@yahoo.com or 419-957-1232 Masonic Items On Display it children and Sara sustain our marvelous or 419-843-2074 pediatric hospital.LUCAS COUNTY PROBATE APPROVED Ramsey â&#x20AC;&#x201C; sramsey@bex.net

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Toll Free Number e the commuter train past our hospital each day, from 419-885-3444 888-795-6446 Tuesday-Thursday-Friday, 10-6; Wednesday, 10-8; Saturday, 9-3 ntile Exchange in Chicago, where he was a trader. od SHC - Chicago does for kids. A tragic auto

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CHICAGO HOSPITAL SHRINELINES

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Bill Condon, Shrine (left, with Mark George Pahle was writing the to provide this urgently needed, most advanced equipment to care can see by the above picture, we Shrinerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clinical studies. The column back then.

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Bud Crary and Harold Mucci (right, made major contriAs you have read this article, 2002 model. with Bill Kuehn), were discussing Camp Storer at GLSA -andChicago GLSPA in Indy butions permitting to will purchase a We are grateful to these two SHC 'RJ Âś 'ances into Eternity . . . one of our weekly gatherings be history.

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volved in road rage at its worst.

Someone not only threw something at their vehicle, but assaulted them when they pulled over. Fortunately, they are okay but a bit shook up.

Irene Mayberry is at Spring Meadows in Holland, Ohio.

Bernie Welniak P.P., 330

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If you would like to take advantage of the program please con(photo left, with Darlene Kelly), and delighted chi tact the Covenant Group at: Rachel 419-283-0497, rachel.ladean@gmail.com with all sorts of Irish gags and gifts.

Nick 419-360-4628, ytbnick@yahoo.com When you call or contact them advise them that you want credit given to Zenobia Shriners.

Present Blade subscribers will need to contact Covenant Sales Group to receive the Shriner Promotional rate on a renewal.

Remarkably, Noble Bill performed, in spite of dconst increasing anxiety, through 2015, making his regula beloved Medinah Clown -Unit always for the kids. And then August 4, he danced, smiling, into eternity. We shall all miss hi

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POTENTATE’S TRIP TO CINCINNATI HOSPITAL

Fifty-five Nobles, Ladies and guests supported Zenobia at the Cincinnati Shriners Children’s Hospital Open House during the Potentate’s trip.

All “decked” out to enjoy the scenery on the riverboat cruise.

The paddleboat dinner cruise on the Ohio River was a much anticipated event.

Inside or outside, everyone had a great time.

Visiting the New Riff Distillery was a hit.

Rumor has it that Joyce Fries had the best time ever.

The musical entertainment played to a full house.

Dinner on the paddleboat cruise was a real treat.

more than 7 months. Despite her challenges, her spirit and her will never changed.

She faced her journey with determination, strength and a positive attitude.

Hillbilly Notes

Page 14 Kilee wanted to do something for Cincinnati Shriners because of everything they do. That is when she started a foundation called Kilee Give Back. All of the money raised goes to the hospital. The first year the foundation raised over $70,000.

NEWS FROM CINCINNATI

https://www.facebook.com/ ShrinersHospitalCincinnati

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Conditions Treated

Burns She also decided to Howdy Cuzzins Cleft Lip & Palate write a book about and Flatlanders, what she Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Well, wewent got usthrough a new Queen in hopes that it will inComplex Wounds & Skin Condtions for 2017 and it is Cuzzin Ellen spire others and send a to Wilhelm.

Congratulations All Services Provided Regardless of Ellen.

A big thanksgive to Past message to never a Family’s Ability to Pay Queen Georgia Durain, for her up. The book, BeautiKilee’s book launch at Cincinnati Shriners Hospital. service in 2016.

She did on great.

Scars, (available One moment can change your life forever ful Also, a welcome aboard for Amazon) was written Shriners Hospitals for Children®–Cincinnati is one Hillbillies, Cuzzins Stephen Kilee continued intense reha- new Kilee Brookbank was a typiby Kilee and her mothof only four freestanding hospitals in the country cal 16-year-old, working on bilitation and had to wear com- and Dianne Kelly. Hope they dedicated to the treatment of pediatric burns and er Lori Highlander. will be active. school, playing soccer and pression garments for more than specializing in plastic and reconstructive surgery.

The book gives perspectives as theyDespite went through journey had atogether. great time A at the Our physicians’ experience and expertise in peher chal- this We spending time withboth friends.

But, seven months. diatric burn treatment, cleft lip and palate, comelection Possum portion of the proceeds will benefit Shriners Hospital.

Kileeof and the Lori also lenges,Cincinnati her spirit and her will in a split second, her world Catfish 2017 Possum Ellen Wilhelm. plex wound and and skin conditions, and Queen plastic and Queen/Hog Roast. Food was faced and her burn would never be thetosame. donated books the hospitalnever to bechanged. given toShe families survivors. reconstructive surgery makes Shriners Hospitals On November 10, 2014, Kilee journey with determination, great, along with the whole day. for Children – Cincinnati a first choice for care. came home from school, as usual. strength and a positive attitude.

We had an election of officers Kilee wanted to do something and the same people will be She kept smelling a very foul smell but couldn’t figure where it for Cincinnati Shriners because doing the same job for 2017. of everything theyhelp, do. Thatgo is to was coming from.know She decided Check the 2016 Zenobia CalenIf you a tochild we can shrinershospitalcincinnati.org or call: light a candle. An explosion blew when she started a foundation dar Book for the names of the ofher to the ground. She was on fire. called Kilee Give Back. All of ficers.

Her dog Digger barked at her the money raised goes to the Parade season is winding until she regained consciousness. hospital. The first year the foun- down. We have only a few more She ran out of the house as a sec- dation raised over $70,000. to do before putting the equipShe also decided to write a ment away for the winter. We ond explosion happened. The neighbors put the fire out on book about what she went have the “Soup Spectacular” SHC-CIN_Media Resources.October 2016 through in hopes that it will in- planned for early March and that Kilee and called 911.

Kilee ended up with 45 per- spire others and send a message will be the next initiation. Dates cent of her body burned. She to never give up. The book, will be forthcoming later. spent 38 days at Shriners Hospital Beautiful Scars, (available on There are plenty of exciting for Children - Cincinnati. During Amazon) was written by Kilee things to do at Zenobia, so let us that time she had multiple surger- and her mother Lori Highlander. ies, skin grafts, intense physical The book gives both perspec- all be active and support the tives as they went through this Shrine. therapy and excruciating pain.

Remember, if you ain’t a Hill- Past Queen Chris Hamilton, Catfish, Queen Ellen Wilhelm, Queen Once she was home, she had journey together. A portion of billy you oughta be.

Kay Winnie, Queen Georgia Durain and Queen Sara Ramsey. the proceeds will benefit Cincinto learn a whole new ‘normal.’ ‘til next time take care of She had to relearn to do things nati Shriners Hospital. Kilee and like tie her shoes and turn a Lori also donated books to the yourself and each other.

Honor the Cob … doorknob. Things most of us hospital to be given to families Catfish and burn survivors. take for granted.

Burn and Emergency Services 866-947-7840

Plastic Surgery Services 855-206-2096

The Roadrunners had a good turnout for their Annual Appreciation Picnic.

Roadrunners Last year we drove 76 trips to the hospitals, and so far this year we’ve driven 34 trips to the Shrine Hospitals. Twenty-three drivers have volunteered to drive our patients this year.

We’ve welcomed four new drivers, too.

We had a few drivers retire from driving. They will be missed. Some of them had been driving for over 10 years, while others over 15 years. They all say they have seen miracles performed by the Shrine hospitals during the years, watching our children grow up and doing things like other children.

If you see any of our Road-

Care Concern Compassion

Browning Masonic Community, Inc.

8883 Browning Drive Waterville, Ohio 43566-9757 Phone 419/878-4055 Fax 419/878-4362 A Subsidiary of The Ohio Masonic Home

runners, be sure to thank them for their dedication to getting our children to the hospitals all these years.

We can use some more drivers. Contact the Shrine office for an opportunity to take some these trips. Did you know, Blue Lodge Masons can be drivers, too.

The next meeting of the unit is Saturday, November 12, at 10 a.m. Hope to see you.

Tom Hilton - Dispatcher

ZENOBIA ROADRUNNERS NEED DRIVERS. All Masons can be Roadrunners.

If you would like to help a child get to a Shrine Hospital please call Tom Hilton at 419-967-0081 or Teri in the office at 419-661-9200

Hadji Time Line for Article and Picture Submission for Publication.

Also Unit, Club, and Affiliate length of an article.

Articles from the Potentate (except Pote’s Notes), Divan members, Recorder (except Recorder’s Notes), Units, Clubs, Affiliates, Shrine Commitees, Shrine Ambassadors, etc., are DUE THE FIRST MONDAY OF THE MONTH preceeding publication. ie. May materials are due by the first Monday in April. This means that if any aforementioned groups want their material in the Hadji it is imperative that the time line be followed. Photo(s), with captions, must be submitted within 4 days after the event pictured has been concluded. If not submitted on time the picture(s) submitted may be published in the next issue of the Hadji. No picture, with a caption, can be accepted for publication in the new Hadji after the 20th of the month. It will become an item to consider for the next issue.Clubs, Units and Affiliates are limited to 250 words for their column. If a picture with caption is included the article length should be limited to 200 words.

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October 1 – Divan Ladies’ Style Show October 13 – Stated Meeting – Officer “Move Up” Night October 14-15 – Grand Lodge of Ohio, Sandusky October 19 – Shrine K of C Night, Findlay October 30 – Children’s Safe Halloween November 8 – Election Day, Please Vote!

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Greetings All, Findlay SC wants to make certain that all area Shriners are kept informed of what is taking place in and around their club and Zenobia. In an effort to do so, we will be sending our newsletter out via e-mail. Those who do not have e-mail will still receive their newsletter via USPS. We encourage membership with the club, but it is not required. We intend to implement this by year’s end. If I do not have your e-mail address, please get it to me.

The Findlay SC / K of C Banquet is coming soon and is OPEN to ALL Shriners. This is the longest running such event between these two organizations in the United States. It will be held in St. Michael’s East on November 5. This is the 75th Anniversary. There will be dancing, entertainment and a night to remember. The Bistro will be catering, a cash bar and cost is $40 per person. Tickets are available now.

All Nobles are invited to join us at an upcoming Findlay Shrine Club meeting on the first Saturday of each month at 9 a.m., after the Blue Lodge breakfast in the Findlay Masonic Complex, 303 Osborn Avenue. Call Boyd / 419-422-9222, Jim / 419-8946347 or Chuck / 419-293-3485.

October 2016

CLOWNS Hidey-Ho Nobles, What a great season it has been. We have had parades, ballooning and hours of spending time just being silly, as we have had fun with kids, adults and everyone in between.

The Clowns have traveled many miles and have averaged eight Clowns per parade. Not that many years ago we were lucky to have four. That shows you just how much fun and satisfaction you can have with such a great group of men, Masons and Nobles.

Our August meeting was a picnic with the Ladies Shrine joining us. This was well attended and fun was had by all.

Many more events are on the schedule and we look forward to promoting the Shrine’s philanthropy.

We enjoy having fellow Nobles join us at our meetings for a good time of fun and fellowship, just call so we have a count for meals. We meet on the third Thursday of each month at the Clown building, 1545 Payne Avenue, Findlay. Doors open by 5:30 p.m. and we eat at 6:30 p.m., business meeting follows.

All are welcome to attend, please let us know if you’re coming so we have enough food. Call Steve / 419-422-9222, Jim / 419-8946347 or Chuck / 419-293-3485.

WHAT’S NEW IN ERIE! Erie Gives— Syria and Osiris Top Donors For the second year in a row, the largest donation made to any non-profit during Erie Gives Day was from Syria Shriners in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in the amount of $103,000.

This generous gift, along with others including a $52,000 donation from Osiris Shriners in Wheeling, West Virginia, helped us finish second among the nonprofit participants again this year.

Shriners Hospitals for Children - Erie received it’s match from the Erie Community Foundation on Friday, August 26. The

total amount raised was $241,173.

Thank you to Syria, Osiris

and all of our affiliated temples for helping to make Erie Gives Day such a great success!

Rain Didn’t Stop the Ride and Rally On Saturday, August 13, Lake Erie Freedom Chapter, Victory Motorcycle Club along with OffRoad Express hosted the 7th Annual Ride and Rally poker run and party. The poker run registration was held at the medical center where the bikers assembled to begin their ride. There was no shortage of bikes and there were riders from both the Zem Zem Cycle Corps and the Syria Cycle Corps.

The ride was followed by a rally at Zem Zem Shriners that included five bands and lots of good food from Odis 12.

For additional information, contact: Greg Hall (814) 875-8782.

CONTACT INFORMATION IS NEEDED, IF THERE ARE ANY ERRORS IN THE LIST BELOW, CALL THE OFFICE AT 419-661-9200

2015 - ZENOBIA’S CLUBS & UNITS A-to-Z UNITS

ARAB PATROL BAND CAMPERS CHANTERS CLOWNS CORVAIRS DIRECTOR’S STAFF DRAMATIC CAST EVZONES HIGHLANDERS HORNETS JEEPSTERS LANCERS LEGION OF HONOR MOTORCYCLE ESCORT MOUNTED PATROL MYSTICS ORIENTAL BAND PILOTS ROADRUNNERS TEMPLE GUARDS WISEGUYS

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FINDLAY FIRELANDS FREMONT NORTHWEST OTTAWA COUNTY TIFFIN VAN WERT

AFFILIATES

CABIRI DENDARAH COURT #10 HILLBILLY’S CLAN #75

Schedule of Meetings - Some of the Who, What & When of Zenobia Who to Contact

Kenneth Janicki Ron Przybylski Rodney Wilhelm Warren E. Pratt Chuck Insley Dave Gunn Sonny Bunde Charlie Murphy Ron Przybylski Thom Brock Vaughn Riffle Jack Green Barry VanHoozen Steve Bond Eric Erickson E. LeRoy Williams Howard Shirling Van Evener Jeff Hamons William Windnagel

419-882-5657 419-539-7753 419-262-5401 419-382-4158 419-293-3485 419-592-8384 419-474-6022 419-351-6292 419-539-7753 650-515-9175 419-585-5716 419-457-6488 419-575-3911 419-473-9955 419-349-2972 419-346-2189 419-409-0687 419-727-9225 419-304-0011 419-898-6150

Jim Warren Tom Gilbert Ron Stout Keith Winnie John Pekar Ken Foy D. Chris Wilson

419-894-6347 419-668-5715 419-332-9442 419-782-6347 419-356-9737 419-618-1193 419-447-6882

Ralph Pritts Robbie Franks

Dennis Gable Elaine Foss Jimmy “Catfish” Snetz

517-467-1340 419-514-9666

419-603-8053 419-836-1107 419-666-3787

Meets

Every Thursday Every Monday 2nd Weekend of Each Month 1st Tuesday 3rd Thursday 2nd Wednesday 3rd Tuesday 1st Monday 2nd Wednesday Every Tuesday 3rd Wednesday at Tiffin Temple 2nd Monday 1st Saturday at 9:15 a.m.

2nd/4th Monday (2nd E-Board, 4th Dinner Meeting) 1st Tuesday Meets - TBD

Every Tuesday 3rd Wednesday 10 a.m. second Saturday of January/March/May/September/November 1st Tuesday 3rd Saturday

1st Saturday a.m. (usually) 1st Monday (usually) Third Thursday 4th Thursday (usually) 4th Thursday (usually) 4th Thursday (usually) Contact for Schedule

Before Stated Meeting

Regular meetings on the 1st Friday of the month except July, August and December. Unless otherwise stated (Please report any additions or corrections to the Hadji Editor)

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BOWLING GREEN COUNCIL

GRAFTON M. ACKLIN COUNCIL

No. 124 R. & S. M. 159 N. Main Street Bowling Green Ohio 43402 (419) 353-6281 Black Swamp Masons http://groups.yahoo.com/group /BlackSwampMasons/

No. 127 R. & S.M. Fort Industry Temple 5025 Secor Road Toledo, OH 43623 Eugene Gray PIM (Joyce) . . . . . . . . . . . . . Illustrious Master 4523 Commonwealth Avenue Toledo, OH 43612-2044 H (419) 478-5807 C (419) 345-3699 witchdr48@yahoo.com Raymond A. Welly . . Deputy Master 5261 Bonwood Drive Toledo, OH 43623 H (419) 472-8981 Isaac Demarest PIM . . . . . . . . . PCW 4400 Heatherdowns Blvd. Ste 11B Toledo, OH 43614 (419) 455-6986 Douglas Lawrence PIM . . Treasurer (419) 476-3365 Ronald W. Adair. . . . . . . . . Recorder (419) 478-7619 Robert Smith PIM . . Capt. of Guard (419) 882-6451 David Subleski PIM . . . . . . . . . . Conductor of Council (419) 882-3962 David Kevorkian PIM . . . . . Steward (419) 787-8981 Joseph Rezbznyay . . . . . . . . Sentinel Orlo Cully PIM . . . . . . . . . . Marshall William Markin PIM . . . . . Chaplain

TOLEDO COUNCIL No. 33 R. & S. M. Masonic Temple 3510 HollandSylvania Rd. Toledo, OH 43615 Tom Dewire . . . . . Illustrious Master 2584 Olde Brookside Toledo, OH 43615 (480) 231-5270 tommydyr@hotmail.com Rod Johnstone. . . . . . Deputy Master (419) 779-0362 jstoneenterprise@yahoo.com Cliff Hiestand Principle Conductor of the Work (419) 460-1364 cgh512@toast.net Terry Yoakam . . . . . . . . . . . Recorder tyoakam1@aol.com Jeff Lewis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Treasurer lewis.jp1980@gmail.com Richard Brown . . . . . . . . . . Captain of the Guard (419) 764-9422 Tom Abner . . . Conductor of Council (419) 346-5913 Reed Knowles . . . . . . . . . . . . Steward (419) 472-0207 Gary McLaren . . . . . . . . . . . Marshal (419) 729-1050 Paul Peters III. . . . . . . . . . . Chaplain (419) 345-9345 John Zettler. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sentinel (419) 467-8249 MEETINGS AND EVENTS Wednesday, October 5, 6:00 p.m. – York Rite Steak Dinner.

Wednesday, October 5, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting.

Wednesday, October 12, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting: Inspection Practice.

REMARKS Greetings Companions, As we begin the 10th month of the year, which has a prefix meaning the number “8” (October was the eighth month in the old Roman calendar), our first stated meeting of October is the 5th, and is York Rite Night with a steak dinner beginning at 6:00. Please remember that dinner reservations ($10.00) are needed, so contact Tom Abner at twabner65@gmail.com (419) 346-5913 or myself at tommydyr@hotmail.com (480) 231-5270.

The second stated meeting in October will be on the 12th, at 7:30, and will focus on getting ready for our Arch inspection (SM) in December. Interestingly enough, the following day will be the 224th anniversary of the laying of the cornerstone for the White House, which took place October 13, 1792.

While George Washington didn’t live to see its completion, John and Abigail Adams were able to move in eight years later.

Now that summer activities are winding down, the time is right to once again attend your Blue Lodge and be active in your council, while putting the word out to our Royal Arch companions that Cryptic Masonry offers yet more light.

Lastly, keep our sick and distressed companions and their family members in your thoughts and prayers, as well as those who serve vigilantly to protect our freedoms each day.

God bless each of you and yours, Tom Dewire, IM

“Every situation, properly perceived, becomes an opportunity.”

– Helen Schucman “Grand Lodges have two duties.

One is to promote and encourage positive change and the other is not to allow innovation. Many of our members have trouble understanding this concept … Go Figure.”

– Neil

Kenneth Joseph Rutski . . . . . . . . . . . . . Illustrious Master 1726 Spruce Drive, Apt. 152 Bowling Green, OH 43402 (419) 603-0129 kenneth.rutski@gmail.com Atonn Gregory Edwards Smeltzer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Deputy Master 510 Harvest Lane Bowling Green, OH 43402 (419) 353-5433 Harlan Dale Arnold PM Principle Conductor of the Work 201 Ridge Street Bowling Green, OH 43402 (419) 351-7668 William Gary Seeman PM. Recorder 120 University Lane Bowling Green, OH 43402 (419) 352-5414 Charles A Clinard PM . . . Treasurer 19 Ranch Court Bowling Green, OH 43402 (419) 352-0043 cclinard@woh.rr.com Jeremy Z Sharninghouse PM . . . . . . . . . . Captain of the Guard (419) 348-0936 Dale D. Decker . . . . . . . . . . Conductor of Council (419) 288-8536 Jerry F Milnor PM. . . . . . . . Steward (419) 352-8747 William Mandlebaum PM . . Sentinel (419) 352-3477 MEETINGS AND EVENTS Thursday, October 13, 8:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting.

REMARKS Greetings Companions, After our first meeting, it looks to be an exciting year. We anticipate anywhere between five and six candidates this year, one of our largest increases in a while. Once chapter brings them through, we will be very busy. Also, as we prepare for Rite Illustrious Companion Hill’s year, we encourage companions to think of ways that we may support him exclusively through our council. All ideas are welcome.

Additionally, mentioned in our past meeting was a consideration of amending our bylaws to reflect an increase in dues. Please note, no companion made a formal motion; however, conversation ensued pertaining to finances. This topic does necessitate future further discussion. Lastly, I remind companions that if they have not submitted their dues yet, to please do so. Even if you cannot afford to make the payment, or you are out of the area, please contact the secretary.

In other news, we are preparing for Grand Council, as the annual convocation is quickly approaching. Business will transact on October 3, at the Kalahari Resort in Sandusky, Ohio. I plan to attend Monday only. If any other companion wishes to ride along, please contact me.

The next stated meeting of Bowling Green Council will be on October 13, at 8:30 p.m.

Fraternally yours, Kenneth J. Rutski Illustrious Master

Royal Arch Eighth District REMARKS Companions, It was great to see a full house for our September dinner meeting at the Black Pearl. My thanks to everyone for taking time to come out.

October seems to be just as busy with Grand Chapter at Kalahari Sandusky, Ohio, October 5 and 6, and our first Royal Arch School on October 27 at Oak Harbor.

Hope to see you there.

John

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MEETINGS AND EVENTS Saturday, October 22, 9:00 a.m. – Special Meeting: Breakfast.

Saturday, October 22, 10:30 a.m.

– Stated Meeting: Business and Open Book Practice.

REMARKS Companions: Please note the change of date of the October meeting. As I am a Deputy Division Commander for the 6th Division, Knights Templar of Ohio, I am required to attend the Grand Conclave which falls on our stated meeting date. Therefore, I have requested a dispensation to change the meeting date. I am trying a Saturday meeting, to see if we can get more participation in our meeting. I plan on changing the meeting date for the November meeting to a Saturday also. The October meeting will be proceeded by a breakfast at the temple. Breakfast will be scrambled eggs, sausage, pancakes, juice, coffee and milk. There will be no charge for the breakfast, but a free-will collection can will be available. Please come out and have breakfast and attend the meeting.

We also will have an open book practice at this meeting. If you have a part, bring your ritual and plan on a practice. Giblites are still needed and should attend for a walk through. I plan on the same for the November meeting.

Our inspection this year will be in the Royal Master Degree. It will be on December 1. This is a stated meeting and will be on a Thursday, our regular meeting night. Parts were assigned at the September meeting, but we still need help. There are a few speaking parts not filled and available to any companion who would like to demonstrate his thespian skills and learn one.

I know it is short notice, but it can be done. There also is a need for Giblites.

No speaking, but you will need to learn the floor work and walking routes. Basically, just follow the person in front of you.

I want to thank all of the companions of Grafton Acklin Council who have taken speaking parts and I am looking forward to a successful inspection.

Please do not forget we are still around and will be looking for members for next year. September would be a great time to bring some new companions of the Royal Arch. We have not had an actual candidate for the last two years. We desperately need one this year.

Please keep our sick and distressed companions in your prayers. Also, let us remember our service personnel serving at home and abroad. I urge every companion of this council to remember those less fortunate and practice that truly Masonic virtue of relief.

Officers, if you cannot make a meeting, please let the Illustrious Master or Deputy Master know either by phone or e-mail.

Fraternally, Eugene Gray Jr. IM

GENOA COUNCIL

CALUMET COUNCIL

No. 138 R. & S. M. 603 N. Main Street Genoa, Ohio 43440 (419) 855-4145

No. 133 R. & S.M. 119 W. Wayne St. Maumee, OH 43537 Arlan Manrow . . . Illustrious Master 8430 Farnsworth Road Waterville, OH 43566 (419) 392-6961 amanrow@gmail.com Dorsey Kinsey . . . . . . Deputy Master Rick Scheider Principal Conductor of the Work David Szostek PIM. . . . . . . Recorder unrealdavy@aol.com John Tansey PIM. . . . . . . . Treasurer jmtansey@roadrunner.com James Dollar PIM . . . . . . . . . . Captain of the Guard Douglas Towslee DDGHP . . . . . . . . . . Conductor of Council Dan Kopfmann . . . . . . . . . . . Steward Mark Christian . . . . . . . . . . Marshal Robert TerDoest PIM. . . . . Chaplain Jimmy Walsh PIM . . . . . . . . Sentinel MEETINGS AND EVENTS Monday, October 10, 8:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting.

REMARKS Companions, With our new year under way, there’s a lot to get done. Companions Towslee, Dollar and Tansey have begun work on updating the costume rooms, and it looks good. More ideas and help are always welcome.

The date for our fish fry is yet to be set, so keep checking your mail boxes.

Captain Dave gave us a great day on the lake and everyone caught perch.

Please keep our sick and distressed companions in your prayers.

Fraternally yours, Arlan Manrow IM

Mt. Vernon The winning ticket went to Companion Matt Miller. Congratulations, Matt, may you or one of your kids enjoy this collector-quality rifle. There are at least 90 some other ticket holders that wish their ticket had been drawn. This is certainly a sweetheart rifle that everyone would like to own.

If you have not been to chapter in a while, please come and join us. You will be both welcomed and surprised to see what you have been missing.

The October meeting will start with a dinner and fellowship at 6:00 p.m. Our stated meeting will begin at 7:00 p.m.

Please give some serious thought and plan to join us at the October 14 meeting. We would welcome your attendance.

Remember this is your chapter.

Without you it will be hard to make it a great one.

God bless you and all our companions and loved ones, especially the sick and distressed, our prayers are with you always.

Fraternally yours, Dan Trumbull, HP

Rodney V. Fowler Illustrious Master 8981 W. Duff Washa Road Oak Harbor, OH 43449 (419) 607-3529 rodfowler8981@yahoo.com Douglas P. Parker . . . Deputy Master Kevin McComas . . . . . . . . . . . P.C.W. William G. Windnagel . . . . Recorder P.O. Box 227 Oak Harbor, OH 43449 (419) 898-6150 Richard L. Farris . . . . . . . Treasurer David E. Webb Captain of the Guard Ronald E. Cashen . . . . . . . . . . Conductor of Council Daniel Garringer . . . . . . . . . Steward Vater D. Webb. . . . . . . . . . . . Sentinel David J. Roper . . . . . . . . . . Chaplain Douglas A. Habegger . . . . . Marshall MEETINGS AND EVENTS Monday-Tuesday, October 3-4 – Grand Council, Kalahari Resort, Sandusky.

Monday, October 10, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting: Program by IC Bill Windnagel, refreshements to follow.

REMARKS Greetings Companions, Our regular stated meeting will be Monday, October 10, at 7:30 p.m. Our hard working Recorder, Illustrious Companion Bill Windnagel, will be giving a short program and we will have refreshments following the meeting.

Grand Council is October 2 through 4 and Grand Chapter is October 4 through 6 at Kalahari Resort in Sandusky. Grand Commandery is in Columbus, October 6 through 8. Please plan on attending the all new Junior Warden and Prelate competitions on Saturday, October 8. Grand Lodge is in Sandusky, October 13 through 15. Let’s all get out and show our support and appreciation for MWB Rill.

And as always, I encourage everyone to increase your Masonic Light by getting out and visiting other councils, chapters, commanderies and lodges.

Fraternally, Rodney V. Fowler Illustrious Master

“We were a family that made our Halloween costumes. Or, more accurately, my mother made them. She took no suggestions or advice. Halloween costumes were her territory. She was the brain behind my brother’s winning girl costume, stuffing her own bra with newspapers for him to wear under a cashmere sweater and smearing red lipstick on his lips.”

– Ann Hood

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“John,” the new guy replied.

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“Indifference never wrote great works, nor thought out striking inventions, nor reared the solemn architecture that awes the soul, nor breathed sublime music, nor painted glorious pictures, nor undertook heroic philanthropies. All these grandeurs are born of enthusiasm, and are done heartily.”

– Anonymous

TOLEDO COMMANDERY No. 7 K. T. Masonic Temple 3510 HollandSylvania Road Toledo, OH 43615 Webpage: http://groups.yahoo.com/group /KT6thDivOH/ Tom Blansett (Janice) . . Commander 430 Pine Street Wyandotte, MI 48192 (612) 865-4622 thomaseblansett@gmail.com Thomas A. Dewire . . . Generalissimo 2585 Old Brookside Ottawa Hills, OH 43615 (419) 460-1364 tommydyr@hotmail.com Reed N. Knowles, KYCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Captain General 3825 Windward Drive Sylvania, OH 43560 (419) 392-3135 Leonard C. Gozdowski, KYCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recorder P.O. Box 352645 Toledo, OH 43635 (419) 843-5880 David Subleski . . . . . . . . . . Treasurer (419) 882-3962 Isaac Demarest . . . . . . . . . . . . Prelate (419) 455-6986 William Markin, 33rd, KYCH . . . . . . . . Grand Prelate Emeritus Paul C. Peters III . . . Senior Warden (419) 392-5757 Ronald W. Adair . . . . . Sword Bearer (419) 478-7619 Jeffrey Lewis . . . . . Standard Bearer (419) 779-0362 Richard Farris, KYCH. . . . . Warder (419) 290-6487 John Zettler, KYCH, DDGM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sentinel (419) 467-8249 MEETINGS AND EVENTS Saturday, October 1, 8:30 a.m. – Practice: Order of the Temple – bring Chapeaus and Swords.

Wednesday, October 5, 6:30 p.m.

– York Rite Night Steak Dinner: Please contact Companion Tom Abner at (419) 346-5913 or Companion Joe Ruiz at (419) 779-7313 or Excellent Companion Jimmy Simpson at (586) 362-8652 no later than October 2, for a reservation to ensure that you will be able to eat.

Please provide the courtesy of letting them know in order to properly prepare.

Wednesday, October 5, 7:30 p.m.

– Stated Meeting: All bodies meet and commandery is second in October.

Tuesday, October 25, 7:30 p.m. – Practice: Order of the Temple – bring Chapeaus and Swords.

REMARKS Sir Knights, It is truly an honor and pleasure to serve as Commander this year. I look forward to a really good year.

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ST. OMER COMMANDERY No. 59 K. T. Perrysburg Masonic Bldg.

590 E. South Boundary Perrysburg, OH 43551 John M. Tansey . . . . . . . Commander 876 Maple Lane Waterville, OH 43566 (419) 376-9924 jmtansey@roadrunner.com Don Decker. . . . . . . . . Generalissimo 12312 Bradner Road Bradner, OH 43406 (419) 288-2985 ddecker@woh.rr.com Dave Szostek KYCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Captain General 131 Ivanhill Road Toledo, OH 43615 (419) 392-3135 unreeldavy@aol.com Clifford G. Hiestand KYCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recorder 1156 Hugo Street Maumee, OH 43537 (419) 460-9758 Cgh512@toast.net Leonard C. Gozdowski KYCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Treasurer P.O. Box 352645 Toledo, OH 43635 (419) 392-4883 Mike Lake KYCH . . . . . . . . . Prelate Jeff Sabo . . . . . . . . . . Senior Warden (419) 392-5757 Don Garringer . . . . . Junior Warden (419) 944-5645 Richard Farris KYCH Sword Bearer (419) 729-3458 David Kopfmann . . Standard Bearer (419) 787-7513 Charles Ottney . . . . . . . . . . . Warder (419) 290-6487 Jimmy Walsh KYCH . . . . . . Sentinel (419) 346-0044 Theodore B. Korn 33rd, KCT Eminent Grand Prelate Emeritus William Seemann . . . . . . . . . . Guard Mark Christian . . . . . . . . . . . . Guard Dick Buhrows . . . . . . . . . . . . . Guard MEETINGS AND EVENTS Wednesday, October 12, 6:30 p.m.

– Potluck.

Wednesday, October 12, 7:30 p.m.

– Stated Meeting.

REMARKS Sir Knights, Our stated meeting will be Wednesday, October 12 and we’ll plan on a pot luck dinner at 6:30 p.m., with our meeting starting up at 7:30 p.m. While we will take time for the Full Form Opening we’ll also be doing the Order of Red Cross.

Keep in mind, we’ll be doing the Full Form Opening and the Order of Malta at our November stated meeting.

Fraternally, John Tansey

“I do not think there is any other quality so essential to success of any kind as the quality of perseverance. It overcomes almost everything, even nature.”

– John D. Rockefeller

EU-TAH COMMANDERY

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No. 66 K. T. Masonic Temple 3024 131st Street Toledo, OH 43611

M.O.V.P.E.R. No. 40 119 W. Wayne St. Maumee, OH 43537 (419) 893-2136

David E. Webb, KYCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Commander 16543 W. True Road Graytown, OH 43432 (419) 862-3163 Dale E. Henderson, PC (Peggy) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Generalissimo 2301 Summit Street Toledo, OH 43611 (419) 726-1215 Vater D. Webb, KYCH (Ruby) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Captain General 16543 W. True Road Graytown, OH 43432 (419) 862-3163 Gary McLaren, PC . . . . . . Recorder 2306 180th Street Toledo, OH 43611 (419) 729-1050 Terry A. Yoakam, PC (Kathy) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Prelate Jim Dahms (Ronnie). Senior Warden Butch Tolles (Sherri) Junior Warden Dick Brown (Jean). Standard Bearer Dean E. Webb, PC (Vicki) . . Warder COMMITTEES Dues: Vater D. Webb, Jim Dahms, James Omey.

Membership: Dale Henderson, Dan Armstrong, Jim Alliman.

Sick: Terry Yoakam, Ron Spencer, David Woodward.

Finance: John Pribe, Gary McLaren, Butch Tolles.

Audit: Dean Webb, Jim Dahms, Dale Henderson.

MEETINGS AND EVENTS Wednesday, October 19, 6:30 p.m. – Potluck at Rudy’s.

Wednesday, October 19, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting.

REMARKS Greetings Sir Knights, Boo!!

Welcome to the scariest month of the year … you know, Halloween and all.

Speaking of scary things, another Grand Commandery Session is upon us, and another inspection season looms before us. With that being said, we will have much to do in the coming year. I hope you will all come out and support your officers as they perform their duties this year.

Our Grand Commandery is on the 7th and 8th in Columbus. We will be bringing back a report on everything that went on there.

Our stated meeting is on the 19th, with potluck at Rudy’s at 6:30 p.m. I hope to see many of you there.

Our prayers go out to our sick and shut-in for a speedy recovery.

God bless, David Webb EC

Lessons of History In these worrisome times it might be helpful for us to take another long look at the wisdom of Charles A. Beard, the famous historian, distilled from a lifetime of study. When he was asked if could summarize lessons of history in a single volume, he declared he could do it in four sentences: 1. Whom the gods would destroy, they first make mad with power.

2. The mills of the gods grind slowly, but they grind exceedingly small.

3. The bee fertilizes the flower it robs.

4. When it is dark enough, you can see the stars.

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http://www.ToledoGrotto.com James Moomey . . . . . . . . . . Monarch 5708 Centerview Drive Sylvania, OH 43560 rebelrambler19@gmail.com (567) 868-3992 cell Mark Anderson . . . . . . Chief Justice 4025 N. Haven Toledo, OH 43612 (419) 360-1772 Gary Robinson . . . . . . . . . Master of Ceremonies 121 W. Sophia Street Maumee, OH 43537 (419) 351-6025 Josh Anderson . . . . . . . . . . Secretary 5934 Vistamar Toledo, OH 43611 Ron Hindman II . . . . . . . . Treasurer 3711 Lynbrook Toledo, OH 43614 (419) 266-0850 Dorsey Kinsey . . . . . . . . . . . Chaplain (419) 385-0950 William Clayton. . . . . . . . . . Marshal (419) 350-1107 Phil Ditch . . . . . . . Marshal Emeritus Charlie Ottney . . . . . . . . . . Captain of the Guard (419) 290-6487 David Trammell . Venerable Prophet (419) 381-7834 Doug Towslee, DDGHP . . . . Sentinel (419) 704-8270 MEETINGS AND EVENTS Wednesday, October 5, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting: Memorial, Honor PMs. Wednesday, October 19, 6:00 p.m.

– Social Event: Meet at Spaghetti Warehouse, Downtown.

Wednesday, November 2, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting: Officer Nominations.

Toledo Commandery came out and participated.

Our next practice will be October 1 (Saturday) at 8:30 a.m., and I will have some light fare of bagels, juice and coffee to help us get started. Please come out and support the commandery and enjoy the fun of doing the degree work.

Who doesn’t enjoy playing with swords and marching around?

Don’t hesitate to come out if you don’t have a uniform, as the commandery is attempting to assist in that by providing most of the items necessary.

Our inspection will be January 21 and will consist of the Order of the Temple as well as Full Form opening, which requires many to make it look impressive as it should.

We will practice twice a month until inspection is over and the practices are scheduled for the first Saturday of each month and the fourth Wednesday of each month. 8:30 a.m. on the Saturday and 7:30 p.m. on the Wednesday.

Please remember our sick and distressed in your thoughts and prayers, as well as those who serve to protect us— both military and civil service.

Fraternally yours, Tom Blansett EC

“The people who get on in this world are the people who get up and look for the circumstances they want, and, if they can’t find them, make them.”

– George Bernard Shaw “The lure of the distant and the difficult is deceptive. The great opportunity is where you are.”

– John Burroughs

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PALESTINE CHAPTER

WOODBINE CHAPTER

GREENWOOD CHAPTER

PORT CLINTON CHAPTER

YONDOTA CHAPTER

No. 51 O.E.S. Perrysburg Masonic Building 590 East South Boundary Perrysburg, OH 43551

No. 61 O.E.S. Masonic Temple Pemberville, Ohio 43450

No. 159 159 N. Main St. Bowling Green, OH 43402

No. 267 O.E.S. Masonic Temple 118 Monroe Street Port Clinton, Ohio

No. 317 O.E.S. Harbor Light Temple 3024 131st Street Toledo, OH

Home Chapter of Marilyn Bennett, PGM Ray Hendricks, PGP Barb Skinner . . . . . . Worthy Matron 14919 Trails End Drive Perrysburg, OH 43551 (419) 931-4001 Bob Skinner. . . . . . . . Worthy Patron 14919 Trails End Drive Perrysburg, OH 43551 (419) 931-4001 Cathy Briggs . . . . . Associate Matron Bob Briggs . . . . . . . Associate Patron Darla Nolder. . . . . . . . . . . . Secretary 7541 Maumee-Western Rd. Maumee, OH 43537 (419) 865-5146 Carolyn Shelt . . . . . . . . . . . Treasurer Lisa Scheider . . . . . . . . . Conductress Tami Norris . Associate Conductress Mark Taylor . . . . . . . . . . . . Chaplain Frank Duncan . . . . . . . . . . . Marshal Lois King . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Organist Robin Jackson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adah Gerry Burton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ruth Jan Swantusch. . . . . . . . . . . . . Esther Donna King . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Martha Linda Taylor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electa Richard Burton . . . . . . . . . . . Warder Kelleigh Repass. . . . . . . . . . . Sentinel COMMITTEES Sunshine: Carolyn Shelt (419) 8828295.

MEETINGS AND EVENTS Wednesday, October 5, 6:00 p.m. – Fellowcraft Meeting, Homecoming Dinner (Reservations to Secretary).

Wednesday, October 5, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting: Homecoming with Attendance Awards.

Sunday, October 9, 2:00 p.m. – Special Meeting: EOP Meeting at Perrysburg Masonic Temple.

Wednesday, October 19, 7:30 p.m.

– Stated Meeting.

Wednesday, November 2, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting: Outgoing.

Saturday, November 5, 7:30 p.m. – Installation of Officers Open Installation.

REMARKS Dear Sisters and Brothers, As you can see from the calendar above, there are a lot of events happening this month as one term ends and another is launched.

Homecoming dinner begins at 6:15.

Palestine members are free, BUT due to the increased no-show reservations of the past, members must submit a $10.00 check payable to the chapter for your reservation. When you come to the dinner your check will be returned uncashed. If you do not come, your check will be cashed to cover the cost of the extra meal. Reservations are due to Darla by October 1.

Fourteen attendance awards have been earned: Gertrude Knierim (75 years), Ethel Ludwick (70 years), Jean Ward and Violet Lark (65 years), Gloria Van Dame (60 years), Shirley Kitchen (50 years), Richard Sheldrick, Elizabeth Weeks, Donna King and Linda Stockner (all 40 years), David and Sharon Anderson, Richard Scheider and Allison Skinner (all 25 years).

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Dottie Wagner . . . . . Worthy Matron 23894 Luckey Road Perrysburg, OH 43551 (419) 837-2942 Cell (419) 460-6004 da613@embarqmail.com Bob Wagner. . . . . . . . Worthy Patron 23894 Luckey Road Perrysburg, OH 43551 (419) 837-2942 dr613@embarqmail.com Joan Decker . . . . . . . . . . . . Secretary 12312 Bradner Road Bradner, OH 43406 (419) 288-2985 ddecker4@woh.rr.com Marilyn Hanthorn. . . . . . . Treasurer (419) 698-7668 Marilyn Little . . . . . . Assoc. Matron (567) 482-4006 Don Decker . . . . . . . . . Assoc. Patron (419) 288-2985 Wilma VanHorn . . . . . . Conductress (419) 288-2904 Roberta Gascal . Assoc. Conductress (419) 261-2984 Dick Buhrow . . . . . . . . . . . . Chaplain (419) 855-4717 Mark Murphy . . . . . . . . . . . Organist (419) 697-1853 Margie Buhrow . . . . . . . . . . Marshal (419) 855-4717 Kathy Tahy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adah (419) 288-2085 Wanda Voland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ruth (419) 287-3332 Rhea Widmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . Esther (419) 855-4860 Nancy Murphy . . . . . . . . . . . Martha (419) 697-1853 Pat Kreais . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electa (419) 457-8975 Linda Diebert . . . . . . . . . . . . Warder (419) 855-3762 Debbie Hummel . . . . . . . . . . Sentinel (419) 288-2139 COMMITTEES: Ways and Means: Carol Stout, (419) 837-6159; Joan Decker, (419) 288-2985; Dottie Wagner, (419) 8372942 Sunshine: Bradner - Joan Decker, (419) 288-2904; Genoa - Rhea Widmer, (419) 855-4860; Luckey/Stony Ridge Carol Stout, (419) 837-6159; Pemberville – Wanda and Tim Voland, (419) 287-3332; Wayne - Kathy Tahy, (419) 288-2085; All others – Dottie Wagner, (419) 837-2942.

MEETINGS AND EVENTS Monday, October 3, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting, Mock Initiation.

Saturday, October 8, 11:30 a.m. – Lunch Line Officer Meeting.

Monday, October 17, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting Chapter Birthday.

REMARKS Sisters and Brothers, We will have mock initiation on Monday, October 3, to complete our required number of initiations for the year.

We also will be hearing the reports of our Grand Chapter Drills by our Associate Matron and Worthy Matron. Rhea Widmer will serve as our refreshment hostess for that evening.

We will be celebrating our chapter birthday at the stated meeting on October 17. Please bring your chapter birthday gifts of paper towels, bathroom tissue, Kleenex, cleaning supplies, etc.

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Denise Zephier. . . . . Worthy Matron 142 Summerfield Boulevard Bowling Green, OH 43402 (419) 308-1649 d.zephier@gmail.com Timothy Voland. . . . . Worthy Patron 2713 Elmore Road Pemberville, OH 43450 (419) 287-3332 Karen Schwab . . . . . . . . . . Secretary 1417 Sheffield Drive Bowling Green, OH 43402 (419) 352-5760 gschwab@woh.rr.com Linda Cotrell . . . . . . . . . . . Treasurer (419) 308-3948 Robyn Moellenberg . . . . . . . . . . . . . Associate Matron (419) 352-1007 rrcnkof@wcnet.org Jeremy Sharninghouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Associate Patron (419) 348-0936 Lisa Sharninghouse . . . . . . . . . . . Conductress Protem Elizabeth Strow . . Associate Conductress Protem (419) 669-3488 Atonn Smeltzer . . . . . . . . . . Chaplain (330) 635-0827 Betty Walton. . . . . . . . . . . . . Marshal (419) 833-1483 Nancy Lee . . . . . . . Organist Protem (419) 352-5314 Jean Lanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adah (419) 352-0021 Wanda Voland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ruth (419) 287-3332 Jodie Smeltzer . . . . . . . . . . . . . Esther (216) 956-5326 Jane Gerkens . . . . . . . . . . . . Martha (419) 308-7175 Courtney Boswell. . . . . . . . . . . Electa (419) 352-3792 William Mandlebaum. . . . . . Warder (419) 352-3477 Lawrence Smith . . . . . . . . . . Sentinel (567) 278-1470 COMMITTEES AND CLUBS Cheer: Linda Cotrell, (419) 3524496; Carol Gonyer, (419) 669-3766; Jean Lanning, (419) 352-0021, and Elizabeth Strow, (419) 669-3488.

Moonlighters President: Jeremy Sharninghouse.

MEETINGS AND EVENTS Tuesday, October 4, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting.

Sunday, October 9, 2:00 p.m. – EOP1, Perrysburg.

Tuesday, October 18, 7:30 p.m. – Open Installation.

Thursday, October 20, 6:00 p.m. – District Meeting.

Saturday, October 29, 9:30 a.m. – EOP2, Findlay.

REMARKS Autumn is upon us and it’s time to enjoy the fall colors and cooler weather as we begin installations for 2017.

Greenwood’s installation is an open installation and will be October 18, 7:30 p.m., at the Masonic Temple in Bowling Green. We hope you will be able to attend.

Also this month are the educational opportunities, EOP1 in Perrysburg on October 9, and EOP2 in Findlay on October 29.

Grand Representative to Missouri, Robyn Moellenberg, will be visiting Missouri and their Grand Chapter in early October. We look forward to hearing about our sisters and brothers in Missouri when Robyn returns.

We wish everyone happiness and health in this coming year.

Blessings.

“I love the spirit of Halloween and the energy that comes with it.”

– Katharine McPhee

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Home of James C. Dale, PGP Home Chapter of Victoria Gresh, District 6 Charities Director Victoria Gresh . . . . . Worthy Matron 215 Cedar Street Port Clinton, OH 43452 (419) 734-3575 Rodney R. Zerkle . . . Worthy Patron 5057 E. Weyhe Road Port Clinton, OH 43452 (419) 341-0629 Alma Rice . . . . . . . Associate Matron P.O. Box 6 Rocky Ridge, OH 43458 (419) 898-0892 L. Thomas Evans . . Associate Patron 5105 E. Wohlers Avenue Marblehead, OH 43440 (419) 797-4339 Mary Evans . . . . . . . . . . . . Secretary 5105 E. Wohlers Avenue Marblehead, OH 43440 (419) 797-4339 Shirley Gresh . . . . . . . . . . . Treasurer 126 Linden Street Port Clinton, OH 43452 (419) 734-2051 ConiAnn Limpert . . . . . Conductress Linda Fritz . . Associate Conductress Sue Sharp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chaplain Naomi Lee. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marshal Mary Gochenour. . . . . . . . . Organist Sylvia Chappell . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adah Eileen Hasselbach . . . . . . . . . . . Ruth Blanche Washek . . . . . . . . . . . Esther Shelby Forgatsch . . . . . . . . . . Martha Leah Tusen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electa Sue Doell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Warder Paul “Dutch” Schultz . . . . . . Sentinel

Patricia Logan, PM. Worthy Matron (419) 349-1245 Thomas F. Logan, Jr, PP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Worthy Patron (419) 349-4470 5885 Ayers Road Walbridge, OH 43465 (419) 666-6644 Kay Hough, PM . Associate Matron Jack Hardy, PP . . . Associate Patron Margaret Heider, PM . . . . Secretary 1003 Lallendorf Road Oregon, OH 43616 (419) 691-9008 Patricia Davis, PM . . . . . . Treasurer Jeannine Hardy, PM . . Conductress Barbara Shaneour, PM . . . . . . . . Associate Conductress Larry Kujawa, PP . . . . . . . Chaplain Annette Bowman . . . . . . . . Marshal Mark Murphy, PP . . . . . . . Organist Nancy Murphy, PM . . . . . . . . . Adah Kathie King, PM . . . . . . . . . . . . Ruth Joann VanBuren . . . . . . . . . . Esther Grace Anton, PM . . . . . . . . . Martha Marsha Kujawa, PM . . . . . . . Electa Laura Logan-Beadle, PM . . Warder Diana Roll, PM . . . . . . . . . . Sentinel COMMITTEES Sunshine: Barbara Shaneour, (734) 224-0292.

Ways and Means: Kay Hough, (419) 930-7323.

MEETINGS AND EVENTS Sunday, October 9, 2:00 p.m. – Special Meeting: EOP#1 at Perrysburg Masonic Lodge.

Tuesday, October 11, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting: Long Form, Chapter Dress.

Saturday, October 15, 8:00 a.m. –

MEETINGS AND EVENTS Saturday, October 1, 6:00 p.m. – Member Appreciation Dinner: Hot Sizzling Wok, 2333 W. Laskey Road, Toledo (Reservation Deadline September 28).

Tuesday, October 4, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting: Chapter Birthday Party, WM/WP Farewell, October Birthdays, Memorial Service.

Sunday, October 9, 2:00 p.m. – Special Meeting: Educational Opportunity #1 (Deputy’s School) Perrysburg Masonic Building.

Monday, October 10, 7:30 p.m. – Daughters of Jephthah at the home of Kim Honaker.

Tuesday, October 18, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting and Installation of Officers.

Thursday, October 20, 12:00 Noon – Queen Esther Circle (Location to Be Announced).

Thursday, October 20, 6:00 p.m. –

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COMMITTEES Ways and Means: Linda Fritz, Chair.

Good Cheer and Publicity: Mary Evans.

Refreshment Coordinator: Mary Gochenour.

Kitchen Coordinator: Mary Evans.

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October 2016

TOLEDO CHAPTER

TRIUNE CHAPTER

LOTUS CHAPTER

No. 341 O.E.S. 119 W. Wayne Street Maumee, OH 43537

No. 344 O.E.S. Browning Masonic Community 8883 Browning Drive Waterville, OH

No. 477 O.E.S. Perrysburg Masonic Building 590 East South Boundary Perrysburg, OH 43551

Sharon Pierce. . . . . . Worthy Matron 5826 Acres Road 1-D Sylvania, OH (419) 882-5628 (419) 699-7240 J. Roland Pierce . . . . Worthy Patron Maria Holland . . . Associate Matron Andrew Holland . . Associate Patron Norma Smoot . . . . . . . . . . . Secretary 4305 Crystal Ridge East Maumee, OH (419) 867-4603 Lois Brigham . . . . . . . . . . . Treasurer Shirley Thompson . . . . . Conductress Robin Jackson . . Associate Conductress protem Nancy Neeper . . . . . . . . . . . Chaplain Suzanne Richardson . . . . . . Marshal Lois King . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Organist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adah . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ruth Pat Buehrer . . . . . . . . . Esther Donna King . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Martha Electa Sharon Aller . . . . . . . . . . . . . Warder Ed Glaza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sentinel COMMITTEES Cheer/Sunshine: Shirley Thompson.

Shut-ins: Norma Smoot.

Benevolence: Lois Brigham, Maria Pierce.

MEETINGS AND EVENTS Wednesday, October 5, 12:30 p.m.

– Lunch at Bob Evans on Dussel Road.

Wednesday, October 12, 7:30 p.m.

– Stated Meeting.

Thursday, October 13, 7:30 p.m. – Rainbow Girls.

Friday, October 21, 7:30 p.m. – Installation of Officers.

Wednesday, October 26, 7:30 p.m.

– Stated Meeting.

Thursday, October 27, 7:30 p.m. – Rainbow Girls.

REMARKS Dear Sisters and Brothers, We are winding down the 20162017 year. We have returned from Grand Chapter having taken part in the drill for our new Worthy Grand Matron, Michelle Howell and Worthy Grand Patron William Cox. We look forward to seeing many of our chapter members, as well as visitors from many chapters on October 21, at 7:30 p.m., for our 2016-2017 installation of officers of Toledo Chapter. I am excited to get this new year started; hopefully things will be going smoother for Rollie and me both at home and at chapter.

I thank the members of Toledo for all the help and support you have given to us. I also extend thanks to the members of District 6 for all the support, love, encouragement that so many have also extended to us. You give us both reason to say, “I am proud to be a member of the Order of Eastern Star,” especially in the State of Ohio.

If you didn’t get to see Maria and Andrew on the 17th, come to our installation. They will be with us that night, too.

We congratulate Miss Kaitlyn Richardson, member of Sylvania Assembly #82, who was elected and installed as Grand Charity of Ohio Grand Assembly.

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Home Chapter of Gail Walsh, PGM Joan Draper . . . . . . . Worthy Matron 741 S. Martin-Williston Genoa, OH 43430 (419) 855-4094 Jimmie Walsh . . . . . . Worthy Patron 7648 Pilgrims Landing Maumee, OH 43537 (419) 346-0044 Denise Moomey . . Associate Matron (419) 509-2738 Gary Bell . . . . . . . . Associate Patron (419) 354-2171 Robert Wymer . . . . . . . . . . Secretary 7925 Dana Rae Drive Waterville, OH 43566 (419) 441-2285 Jeanne Roesler. . . . . . . . . . Treasurer (419) 893-1034 Gail Walsh . . . . . . . . . . . Conductress (419) 868-1521 Betty Henninger . . . . . . . . . Associate Conductress (419) 868-6907 Lee Ann Eicher . . . . . . . . . . Chaplain Roberta Gacsal. . . . . . . . . . . Marshal Robert Roesler. . . . . . . . . . . Organist Justine Dyer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adah Virginia Dunn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ruth Sue Spore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Esther Alaina Hem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Martha Debi Huffman . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electa Trevor Hudgins . . . . . . . . . . . Warder Sandy Wymer . . . . . . . . . . . . Sentinal REMARKS Dear Sisters and Brothers, At Grand Chapter, Triune Chapter received the Chapter Excellence Gold Award for the fourth year in a row.

THANK YOU to everyone who helped make this possible. It takes EVERYONE to earn this award. Many of the items require a certain number or percentage of members to participate or attend. We are very proud to be part of such a caring and active chapter!

Special thanks to PM Debi Huffman for compiling the report and being the official photographer of events. She also has been invaluable in posting items on line, on Facebook and on our website.

One of our major fund-raisers is the food booth at the Grand Rapids Apple Butter Festival. This is a joint venture with Grand Rapids Masonic Lodge. You may help by working at the booth, making apple crisp, donating money or other items, and stopping by to eat lunch.

Please contact the WM at (419) 8554094.

All journeys must come to an end and the final destination of the 2016 “See the USA” caravan is in sight.

Jimmie and I wish to thank you for the privilege of serving our chapter and for your love and support. On October 8, we will turn over the leadership of Triune Chapter to Denise and Gary. Please come and support them as they begin their year in the East.

May God bless us all.

Farewell, Jimmie and Joan

“Correction does much, but encouragement does more. Encouragement after censure is as the sun after a shower.”

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Home Chapter of Jennifer Garringer, Deputy Grand Matron of The Grand Chapter of Ohio Diane Worcester . . . Worthy Matron (419) 280-1719 Jack Worcester . . . . . Worthy Patron (419) 262-0656 Thelma Boos . . . . . . . Assoc. Matron Ray Curtis . . . . . . . . . Assoc. Patron Roberta Carter . . . . . . . . . Secretary 4706 290th Street Toledo, OH 43611 (419) 729-5209 Rae Jean Curtis . . . . . . . . . Treasurer Courtney Coakley . . . . Conductress Barb Newman . . . . . . . . . Associate Conductress Dan Garringer . . . . . . . . . . Chaplain Michael Olmstead . . . . . . . . Marshal Lynn Grear . . . . . . . . . . . . . Organist Jenn Garringer . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adah Beth Wesley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ruth Carolyn Maxwell . . . . . . . . . . Esther Diane Dickinson . . . . . . . . . . Martha Becky Henderley . . . . . . . . . . . Electa Kathy McNeal . . . . . . . . . . . Warder Luanne Langlois . . . . . . . . . Sentinel Kim Bowers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page COMMITTEES Sunshine: Courtney Coakley (419) 345-9575.

MEETINGS AND EVENTS Thursday, October 6, 7:00 p.m. – Queen Esther’s Circle at Kathy McNeal’s.

Saturday, October 8, 7:30 p.m. – Triune Chapter Installation of Officers at The Browning Masonic Community.

Sunday, October 9, 2:00-4:00 p.m.

– Special Meeting: Educational Opportunity 1 at Perrysburg Masonic Temple.

Tuesday, October 11, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting.

Thursday, October 20, 7:30 p.m. – District 6 Meeting at Perrysburg Tuesday, October 25, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting.

REMARKS This will be the last time I write a message for the Toledo Masonic Bulletin. This year has gone by so quickly.

As I write this, we haven’t had Grand Chapter yet, but I am sure it was great.

We had lots of great moments and many great memories this year. There isn’t enough space in this column to list them all.

On the 9th we would like to see you at the EOP#1. It is from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. We will hear at this meeting about all the things that happened at Grand Chapter and messages from the new WGM. Our own DGM, Jennifer Garringer will be leading this informative discussion.

The 20th we will all meet again in Perrysburg (busy place) for the District 6 Fall Meeting. Call our secretary for more information, after all she is the district secretary, too.

Jack and my final meeting for this year will be on the 25th. We will have a memorial service for all the members we lost this year. Then, I will turn the ‘keys to the kingdom’ over to Thelma Boos for her use next year. Please join us on November 4, for Thelma Boos and Ray Curtis and a new corps of officers as they are installed.

If you had any part in this last year,

CENTURY CLUB OF REGION D ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR Skip Baltz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . President 15174 Deweyville Road Van Buren, OH 45889 (419) 257-2777 Jack Hardy . . . . . . . . . Vice President 205 Clark Street Swanton, OH 43558 (419) 826-1663 Tom Logan . . . . Secretary/Treasurer 5885 Ayers Road Walbridge, OH 43465 (419) 666-6644 MEETINGS AND EVENTS Saturday, October 8 – Triune Installation.

REMARKS Thanks to all who helped with and attended the 6th Annual Hobo Dinner and Hayride. It’s always a fun time.

Many thanks also to Dick and Margi Buhrow for being such gracious hosts.

We have been asked by Triune Chapter to help with their installation on Saturday, October 8. Please be there, if you can. So far, no other requests that I know of, but please contact me if you need our help and I will send out an email.

Also, we have been asked to assist with Grand Chapter 2017 at Kalahari in Sandusky. There are many details being worked out at this time, but it sounds like we may be helping set up and take down the meeting room and hosting the men’s breakfast on Saturday morning.

Our help will be needed for the whole weekend, but I’m hoping that duties can be spread out so that each of us will not have to work the whole time. This is a big undertaking, but I think our group is up to the task!!! I will be posting more information here as it becomes available.

Don’t forget to put Saturday, March 4, 2017 on your calendar for our annual dinner/dance at the French Quarter in Perrysburg. Please note the change of dates, as it usually occurs on the second Saturday but needed to be moved up a week due to a scheduling conflict at the French Quarter.

Until next month, safe travels to your lodge and Star meetings.

Toledo OES Please keep those who are ill and those who are shut-in in your prayers, as well keep those who serve in any to protect our country and uphold our freedoms in our prayers that they may return home to their families.

Let us all remember to keep the 2017 WGM and WGP in our prayers for safety in their travels across Ohio and to other grand jurisdictions across our country.

Let your Light Shine, Shari and Rollie

“Because just as good morals, if they are to be maintained, have need of the laws, so the laws, if they are to be observed, have need of good morals.”

– Niccolo Machiavelli

District #1 Maumee #30 - 1st & 3rd Monday at 7:00 p.m. – Maumee, OH. Sylvania #82 - 2nd & 4th Thursday at 7:00 p.m. – Maumee, OH. Beatrice U. Owen #191 - 2nd & 4th Thursday at 7:00 p.m. – Maumee, OH. Grand Deputy, Robin Jackson, (419) 866-8852.

District #2 Lotus #20 - 2nd & 4th Thursday at 7:00 p.m. – Perrysburg, OH. Genoa #107 - 1st & 3rd Thursday at 7:00 p.m. – Genoa, OH. Fremont #128 - 1st & 3rd Monday at 7:00 p.m. – Green Springs, OH. Grand Deputy, Pat Gnepper, (419) 355-3458.

Yondota OES Fall District Meeting and Dinner, Perrysburg Masonic Building (Reservations to Peggy Heider).

Saturday, October 29, 9:30 a.m. – Special Meeting: Educational Opportunity #2 (Regional School of Instruction) Findlay Masonic Building.

REMARKS Sisters and Brothers, This is my final article for the Bulletin. Worthy Patron Tom and I thank you for the opportunity to serve you this year, and for the support you have given to our chapter … which has been quite eventful from installation to our farewell meeting. At our farewell meeting we will celebrate October birthdays, our chapter birthday and present a memorial to those we’ve lost over this past year.

Please see the events listed above and plan to attend one or two of them.

We would love to see you and your guests at the member appreciation dinner on Saturday, October 1, 6:00 p.m., at the Hot Sizzling Wok restaurant, 2333 W. Laskey Road, Toledo. Everyone will order off the menu and pay for their own meals. Please call me at (419) 349-1245 for reservations before September 28, with the number of people who will be attending with you, or you may respond to the invitation on our chapter Facebook page.

Yondota Chapter #317 OES (OH) has a Facebook group page. If you are not already a member of this private group and would like to be, please search for us in Facebook and ask for an invitation to join.

If you haven’t already paid your dues, you will be suspended at our October 4 meeting.

Worthy Matron-Elect, Kay Hough, and Worthy Patron-Elect, Tom Logan, request your attendance at the installation of officers to be held in conjunction with our October 18 stated meeting.

Please support our new corps of officers as they start a new year for our chapter.

God bless you all and surround you with love, peace and good health.

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District 2 Rainbow Girls Report

By Brenda Roadarmel, M.A. Genoa Assembly #107 A wonderful time was had by District 2 Rainbow girls at Grand Assembly this year!

With several new members witnessing it for the first time, it was enjoyable to watch their reactions to all the sessions and events.

We were proud to watch our own Shelby Laughlin from Fremont Assembly serve as Grand Service Pro Tem! She also received a first Honorable Mention for her Grand Representative Flag for Arkansas and fourth place for her Grand Representative Report.

Lotus OES Jack and I want to thank you for being there and helping to make lasting memories for us. It was our pleasure to serve you and our wonderful order.

Visit, send a card or call a shut-in today. It will make their day and make you feel better, too.

The more we get together, the happier we’ll be.

Diane and Jack

Ft. Miami-Calumet REMARKS Greetings Companions, October has plenty of activities to fill your calendar.

This month, the Grand Chapter of Ohio will celebrate 200 years of existence. Established October 24, 1816. We can be proud of those before us who laid the foundation of our great Fraternity and carry on the teachings and ritualistic work we hold dear to us to the best of our abilities.

The Grand Chapter Annual Convocation will be on Wednesday, October 5 and Thursday, October 6, at the Kalahari Resort in Sandusky.

I would like to encourage you to attend the Religious Reaffirmation service we are hosting at 2:00 p.m., on Sunday, October 23. A representative of the Ohio Masonic Home will be in attendance and I’ve heard he’s a great speaker. A chance to see some great degree work can be observed on Saturday, October 29, at the Cleveland Masonic Auditorium, when the Grand Chapter will portray all four degrees starting at 9:00 a.m. The end of the day will be highlighted by the Grand High Priest’s Reception with a social hour at 6:00 p.m.

As you can see, October is going to be a busy month with grand body annual meetings and the start of a new Masonic year. Keep a positive attitude, be proud to be a Mason, and don’t shy away from the opportunity to talk to a brother about becoming a Royal Arch Mason. Together, we can build our ranks, if we’re enthusiastic and want to show new members our best work.

Think of our ill and shut-in companions in your prayers.

Fraternally yours, Jim Dollar, HP YOU ARE WELCOME At the Three HIGH TWELVE CLUBS in the Toledo Area All Master Masons are invited to attend WEDNESDAYS WEST TOLEDO #165 HIGH TWELVE CLUB Zacharia’s 3455 West Alexis Every Wednesday at noon President . . . . . . . . . Stanley Osborn Sec/Treas. . . . . . . . . . Charles Ottney 3329 136th Street Toledo, Ohio 43611 419-290-6487 TUESDAYS HIGH TWELVE CLUB #324 24845 Woodville Road Paragon Lodge Every Tuesday at noon President. . . . . . . . . . . Peter Dickson Sec./Treas. . . . . . . . . . . Sam Gamble Lot #33 Walden Woods Walbridge, Ohio 43465 419-666-3230 THURSDAYS TOLEDO MAUMEE HI 12 #25 Quarterly - Fifth Thursday Michael’s at Michigan and Monroe streets President. . . . . . . Donald Harrington Secretary . . . . . . . . . . Robert Harold

Lotus Assembly was awarded a certificate for No Loss of Membership and Genoa received a trophy for No Suspensions. Lotus Assembly’s Madison Henderly, who served this year on the Grand Honor Court, took second place in the Friday Night Party Costume contest—she really nailed the Hippie Style and Pose! Genoa Assembly also took first place, yet again, in the Grand Assembly Door Decorating Contest for Creative Use of Materials.

Grand Assembly concluded with the Grand Installation and we were proud to watch Shelby Laughlin, from Fremont Assembly, installed as the new Grand Chaplain for the coming year.

Yondota OES ways remain, One Nation Under God. Patti and Tom Logan, Worthy Matron and Worthy Patron

Port Clinton OES Pie Making at Oliver H. Perry Lodge.

Tuesday, October 25, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting: Long Form, Halloween outfit.

Saturday, October 29, 10:30 a.m.

– Special Meeting: EOP#2 at Findlay Masonic Lodge.

Tuesday, November 8, 7:30 p.m. – Stated Meeting: Long Form, Chapter Dress. Farewell and Memorial Service.

Thursday, November 10, 7:30 p.m.

– Installation of Officers.

REMARKS October is a fun month for many.

The leaves are changing color to add to the beauty of the season. We are enjoying warm days by the lake and some great fishing. Come to our installation on Thursday, November 10, and enjoy the view of fall in action on your trip to Port Clinton. We have plenty of parking and no stairs. You may hear some great stories about the fish that got away during refreshments after the installation.

Our annual apple pie-making project will be at 8:00 a.m., on October 15, at the lodge. Join us with your favorite paring knife, rolling pin and apron as this project is for our student scholarships.

Though it is a work party, it is also a great time to socialize. If you are unable to work, please drop by to give us support. The pre-orders go to Mary Evans at (419) 797-4339. The price is $11.00.

These pies come with baking instructions and are available in regular and sugar-free. We can freeze a limited amount, if you are unable to pick them up on Saturday after 1:00 p.m.

October is installation of officers month for many chapters in District 6.

Triune Chapter will kick off the season on Saturday, October 8, at 7:30 p.m.

Contact me for those dates, as many of our members will be attending and we would like to have you join us. Sunday, October 9, will be EOP#1 at Perrysburg at 2:00 p.m., and Saturday, October 29, will be EOP#2 at Findlay starting at 10:30 a.m. Please plan on attending these important informational meetings.

Oliver H. Perry Lodge will be having their installation of officers on November 5 and our Port Clinton Chapter will be serving their dinner before the meeting.

We are going to try a new social event for Port Clinton Chapter called “Meet and Eat.” It will be a time for us to have lunch or dinner at one of our local establishments to just relax and catch up with everyone. You will be contacted by email/phone calls for the next Meet and Eat. Our first was at Magruder Hospital Café for lunch with 16 members able to attend and it was a great time! If you are not on the local calling list and would like to attend, please contact me at (419) 734-3575.

Rod and I wish the 2017 officers a wonderful year! Until next time, remember: “Years from now, when you talk about this, and you will, be kind” (Tea and Sympathy).

Vicky and Rod

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by Dean S. Clatterbuck, 32° It is Wednesday, November 1, 1950, one hundred fifty years to the day since John Adams became the first president to occupy The White House. Harry S. Truman is the 33rd president, and extensive repairs to The White House have forced the Truman family to move across Pennsylvania Avenue to the Blair House, usually reserved for visiting dignitaries. It was the home for President Truman and his family for almost his entire presidency and was quickly dubbed “The Truman White House.”

Harry Truman’s schedule for the first of November is a bit lighter than usual, but the next 30 minutes will make that Wednesday a day that Harry Truman would remember for the rest of his life.

It would not be forgotten because of an attempted assassination that day by two Puerto Rican nationalists, Griselio Torresola and Oscar Collazo. On October 30, 1950, an attempt at a coup in San Juan, Puerto Rico, collapsed in a bloody barrage of shots in which Griselio’s sister was wounded and captured.

The nationalist cause had become personal as well as political for Griselio.

He decided it was time to act, and the deed should be something big—like assassinating the President of the United States.

On October 31, 1950, Oscar and Griselio registered at the Hotel Harris

Palestine OES Robert Briggs, Worthy Patron Elect.

Also in October is Toledo Chapter installation on Friday, October 21.

District meeting dinner reservations can be made through Darla, as chapter secretary, with a $13.00 check payable to Palestine Chapter. This check will be cashed! The reservation deadline is October 13. Our own Sister Carolyn Shelt is the District President.

Keep our sick and shut-ins in your prayers.

Woodbine OES We are changing this date to avoid a long evening with all the activities at the first meeting. Refreshments for our birthday night will be served by Margie Buhrow.

Woodbine Chapter has been asked to do a couple of dinners, so when you are called upon to assist with them, we hope that you will respond with a “yes”. Remember that we need people to help behind the scenes baking as well as preparing and serving these dinners.

Your talents are always appreciated.

We are once again selling Elder Beerman Community Day booklets. The cost is still $5.00 a booklet with our chapter retaining the entire $5.00 donation. There are many wonderful coupons in this book; please see any officer to purchase your book (s) or you can use the following site assigned specifically to Woodbine Chapter to order and the books will be mailed to you by Elder Beerman at no extra cost bit.ly/2c4517M. The sale runs from Wednesday, November 9 through Saturday, November 12. The pre-sale begins on November 2. Many bargains are being offered again this year with a $10.00 coupon and 30 percent coupon available in the book. These books can be used at all their affiliates throughout the area. Why not get yours today and help out our chapter at the same time.

We also are still taking orders for Carruth items. See our Associate Conductress, Roberta, for an order. These are great Christmas gifts.

Please continue to pray for our members who are homebound and our service members who are striving to keep us safe from harm. May God provide comfort and protection each day.

May God keep you in His care, Dottie and Bob

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under assumed names. The next day they ate lunch, and Griselio gave Oscar some hurried instructions on the weapon Griselio had purchased for him, a Walther P38. Hailing a cab, the men asked to be taken to the White House to see where the president lived.

But the cab driver corrected them, telling them that Truman was living across the street at the Blair House.

Upon arriving in the area of the Blair House, Griselio and Oscar surveyed the situation and formulated an improvised plan, not having known about Blair House until minutes before.

As they looked over the scene, they could see two White House police officers in their guard houses, one at either end of the Blair House.

One of them was 40-year-old Leslie Coffelt, a native Virginian who had begun his law enforcement career with the Metropolitan Police Department.

After eight years, he transferred to the White House Police, the Uniformed Division of the Secret Service, where he now had seven years of service as a private, except for a break to serve in the Army during World War II. In an ironic twist of fate, he was scheduled to be off that day, but a fellow officer, one of his best friends, needed some time off to paint his house, so Les offered to work in his place. Les was an active Mason and a member of Potomac Lodge No. 5, having been raised on September 28, 1945.

Les was faithful in his attendance, so far as his rotating shift work at Blair House allowed and had hoped that he might serve as lodge officer in 1951. It would be an unrealized hope.

The two guard houses on either side of the Blair House were on the sidewalk, one at the west end and the other at the east. At 2:00 p.m., Leslie Coffelt was in the west end guard house and Officer Joe Davidson was on duty in the east end booth. White House Police Officer Donald Birdzell was guarding the front door to Blair House.

At about 2:20 p.m., Griselio and Oscar approached Blair House from opposite directions. Secret Service Agent Floyd Boring had just stepped outside of Blair House for a routine check with his detail. He spoke with Les, then moved to the east booth and was talking with Joe in the booth when Oscar Collazo walked by.

Officer Birdzell was facing the Blair House when he suddenly heard a sharp “click.” He recognized the sound as one associated with a firearm and pivoted on the spot. Oscar’s gun had misfired as he attempted to shoot Birdzell from point-blank range. Now, in extreme frustration, Oscar was pounding the Walther P38 with his left fist, which caused the weapon to fire, striking Birdzell in the right knee.

In agonizing pain, Birdzell limped out onto Pennsylvania Avenue, turning to return fire at Oscar, who had started up the now unguarded steps. Officer Davidson began firing at Oscar from the east guard booth area, and Agent Boring also began firing. Oscar sat down on the second step and fired a clip of bullets at the officers, but failed to hit either of them.

Agent Stewart Stout, inside the Blair House, heard the unmistakable sound of gunfire, grabbed a submachine gun, and took up a position inside the house at the door. Agent Vince Mroz emerged from the basement door behind Boring and Davidson and took one shot at Oscar. He then raced back into the basement to guard against any threat at the basement door at the other end of the building.

Simultaneously, Griselio Torresola had been approaching from the west and arrived at the western guardhouse just as the first gunfire erupted. He was directly behind White House Police Officer Joe Downs, who was returning to Blair House after making a run to get lunch for the shift. Accustomed to

being frequently approached by tourists seeking information, Coffelt was taken completely by surprise as Griselio walked up. Griselio fired three rounds, hitting Coffelt in the chest, abdomen and legs. Les sank into his chair, mortally wounded, but still managed to remain conscious and draw his gun.

Downs, standing in the doorway, attempted to draw his pistol, but Griselio, an excellent marksman, shot him three times.

Then, seeing Birdzell trying to shoot Oscar from the street, Griselio fired at Birdzell, hitting him in his left knee and disabling him. It appeared that only Agent Mroz and Secret Service Agent Stout remained to guard the president, but Leslie Coffelt, mustering what must have been a monumental effort before passing out, aimed his weapon and fired. His aim was true.

His shot struck Griselio in the head, killing him instantly.

At the same time, Boring took a shot at Oscar, hit him in the chest, and put him out of action. It was over! All of the action had happened in a flash (later estimates ranged from 40 seconds to three minutes).

The sound of gunfire roused Harry Truman from his nap. Arising from his bed, he walked to the front window to see what was going on. He looked out before Les Coffelt fired his fatal shot, but Griselio had emptied his German 9 mm Luger and was in the process of reloading. The assassin’s target was suddenly in plain view at the window.

Secret Service Agent Floyd Boring saw Truman and called for him to get out of view. Whether or not Griselio ever saw Truman is unknown, but in any event, Les Coffelt’s final act made the question moot. U.E. Baughman, Chief of the Secret Service, was now on the scene, and uncertain if this was an isolated action or part of a larger plot, advised Truman to cancel his 2:50 trip to Arlington National Cemetery. Truman declined this advice and elected to go ahead, under a quadrupled Secret Service guard.

Agent Birdzell’s wounds were not life threatening; Downs was seriously wounded, but survived. Officer Leslie Coffelt died in the hospital less than four hours after being shot. He was the first member of the Uniformed Secret Service to lose his life in the line of duty.

Oscar Collazo also recovered from his wounds and was subsequently tried and sentenced to death. President Truman, not wanting to see him become a martyr, commuted his sentence to life imprisonment. President Jimmy Carter later ordered a now aged Collazo released, and he returned to Puerto Rico, where he died of natural causes in 1994.

Three days after the assassination attempt, Harry Truman again returned to Arlington National Cemetery. This time, it was not to make a speech or help dedicate a statue. It was to attend the burial of Officer Leslie Coffelt. A religious service was held in the Fort Myer Chapel, conducted by Dean John W. Suter of the Washington National Cathedral. Brother Coffelt was accorded last military honors, and the last observance was a Masonic funeral by Potomac Lodge.

The seven active pall hearers were fellow officers of the White House Police, and all were Masons. Two each were from Anacostia Lodge No. 21 and Potomac Lodge No. 5, one from Petworth Lodge No. 47, and two from other jurisdictions.

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a very special medallion commemorating the day. Everyone who has already received their 4th degree and completes their 32nd on this day will receive this gorgeous one-of-a-kind medallion. This medallion is made by the same company that produces the Olympic Medals.

It has been quite a while since the Valley has held a reunion with such grandeur. Watch for the upcoming Bulletins for more information. Petitions can be obtained on the web or by calling the Scottish Rite office.

Bowling Lanes in Bowling Green, Ohio. The times are 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. $5.00 per person will get you and your family 3 hours of bowling, bowling shoes, pizza lunch and a visit from St. Nick.

Last year was a “ball” and it promises to be again this year.

Family Holiday Gathering

The Family Holiday Gathering will again be held at the Al-Mars

Welcome Back, Suspended Members!

I received notice that the Supreme Council is offering a program for the suspended members to return to the Scottish Rite for just the price of paying this year’s dues. If you know of somebody who has been suspended, talk to them and see if they are interested in coming back! No Reinstatement Fees!

Happy Halloween, Brethren, and be careful of the little ones running around the streets that day. And stay out of the kid’s candy! And as always, take care of yourself and I wish a speedy recovery for our shut-ins.

Mike

AASR Valley of Toledo

273rd Reunion

Saturday, November 12, 2016 Stranahan Theater 4645 Heatherdowns, Toledo

9:00 a.m......................................................Assemble Downtown 10:00 a.m................................................................ Holiday Parade 1:30 p.m. ............................ Lunch ............................... Great Hall 2:00 p.m. ................................................................... Registration 2:30 p.m. ...................................................................... 4th Degree 3:00 p.m. .................................................................. 32nd Degree 4:30 p.m. ........................................................ Shrine Ceremonial 6:00 p.m. ..................... Cocktail Hour ......................... Cash Bar 7:00 p.m. ............................................................................ Dinner 8:00 p.m. ..................................................................Presentations 8:30 p.m. ..............................................................Music, Dancing Please make _______ lunch reservations @ $10.00 per person and _______ dinner reservations at $30 per person Name(s): __________________________________________ __________________________________________ __________________________________________ Enclosed is: ___________ Submit to: A.A.S.R. - Valley of Toledo 302 W. Sophia St., Unit C Maumee, OH 43537 or call the office with a credit card: 419-893-2942

Oct. 11 Oct. 11 Oct. 27 Nov. 4 Nov. 5 Nov. 6 Nov. 8 Nov. 8 Nov. 12 Nov. 12 Dec. 3 Dec. 3

By David G. Coy, PM - Treasurer, Zenobia Shriners will continue to be sent until a re- and other important papers.

Dues notice time is a time of sponse is received. Tell them it is Make sure your people know it year that brings a lot of unceris there and what is expected of not “our way” to drop members tainty and dread to Masonic unless Leadership has cause to do them. These groups should be and other Fraternal Leadership contacted by them, when the regarding members that have not so. Tell them that all organizatime comes. The contact will paid their dues for the year. Why tions to which you belong and be appreciated. It will help to haven’t these Brothers and Mem- pay dues need to be advised of your financial distress, incapacity preserve resources and alleviate bers paid? Why haven’t they a lot of stress on Leadership of or your passing, so these orgaresponded to the dues notices all affected organizations. Most nizations may act appropriately, sent to them? Are they in finanimportantly, receiving notice according to the situation. cial distress? Are they in good regarding any Brother’s status alMake a list of these organizahealth? Are they still living on lows Leadership the opportunity tions, Masonic (Blue Lodge, their own? Are they still alive? to pay appropriate attention to Shrine, Scottish Rite, Grotto, The central and most stressthe situation and give respect that York Rite, Eastern Star and othful questions are (1) “Should we is properly due. drop them from the membership ers) and other groups (AmeriBrethren: Please take action can Legion, VFW, Elks, Moose, roll?”, and (2) “Should we call to make this so. Your help in adEagles and so forth). Include them on the phone and try and dressing this situation is apprecicontact information on this find out what’s going on?” ated, very much! list. Put this list with your will Generally speaking, Masonic Leadership is reluctant to drop people, out of respect and courtesy, unless the Brother’s status is known. But Leadership is also reluctant to make a phone call DATE LODGE DEGREE to try and find out because of January 16 Weston #560 MM the fear they will discover the Brother has passed from Labor to January 30 Monticello #244 MM Eternal Refreshment. The phone January 24 Damascus/Collingwood #643 FC call could upset the survivors, because it is a reminder their February 2 Barton Smith #613 MM Loved One has passed, and may February 6 Rubicon #237 MM also provoke the response: “Why weren’t you aware of this?”

February 7 Sylvania-Pyramid #287 EA Masonic Leadership does February 11 Genoa #433 FC not want to offend anyone or hurt their feelings. Neither does February 13 Oliver H. Perry #341 EA Leadership want to be embarFebruary 16 Paragon #788 FC rassed. As such, the path of least resistance is typically followed.

February 17 Brainard #336 FC No contact is made. Courtesy is February 21 Pemberville #516 FC extended. The Brother remains on the membership roll, and per February 27 Toledo Ft. Industry #144 EA capita and other assessments March 6 Phoenix #123 FC are paid by the Lodge or other organization. Financial resources March 9 Gibsonburg #575 EA are lost, and the same uncertainty March 17 Northern Light #40 MM and dread will return again in twelve months.

March 22 Wood County #112 EA Brethren, have you had a March 28 Grand Rapids #289 FC conversation with your Family Members, Loved Ones, other March 30 Harbor Light #746 MM Care Givers or Estate AdminisApril 3 Robinson Locke #659 MM trator about your Masonic and other Fraternal Memberships?

April 5 Oak Harbor #495 EA If not, you need to do so.

April 6 North Baltimore #561 EA Share this article with them. Tell them that the dues notices are not junk mail. Tell them these notices need a response, and they

REVISED

2017 Inspection Schedule

DATES TO RITE IN YOUR CALENDAR: Officers Meeting Ladies Auxiliary Seneca County Meeting Wood County Meeting Ladies Shopping MSA Luncheon Board Meeting Ladies Auxiliary Downtown Parade All U.S. 32nd Degree Day Family Holiday Knights of St. Andrew Feast and Installation

October 2016

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Although Although it’s it’s diffi difficult cult today today to to see see beyond beyond the the sorrow, sorrow, May May looking looking back back in in memory memory help help comfort comfort you you tomorrow. tomorrow.

Rest Rest in in peace, peace, Brethren….

Brethren….

Robert E Lee John G Bier Albert E Mitchell H Glen Durbin Marion L Morr George J Christopher, 33° Eugene Sarkan Ralph D Gaberdiel Jr. Bernard Shamesman Lowell K Good William R Thomas James M Herr Raymond F Thompson Donald W Hieber Ronald E Vaughan Milton H Juers John R Waller Sr. Perry J Kiggins George E Wharff Carl E Kuhlman Joseph E Wolfe The A.A.S.R. Valley of Toledo has made a contribution in their name to a Scottish Rite charity.

October 2016

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Scottish Rite Ladies Auxiliary

The Scottish Rite Ladies Auxiliary will hold their first meeting of the 2016-2017 season. Our speaker that day will be one of our own: Norma Dickson, talking about her life before they came to the United States. Norma has lots of wonderful stories of how the life there was so different from the way young people start their married lives here.

Please come and join us, Tuesday, October 11, at noon at the Holiday Inn French Quarter. Cost is $16.00, and reservations are necessary. Contact Anita Giles (agiles@dendorah.org) at least one week in advance.

Last but not least, plan to make the second Tuesday of October, November, December, March, April and May include the SRLA. I’m sure you will enjoy yourself.

Margaret Wuwert

The 2016 Scottish Rite Family Christmas Gathering

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Scottish Rite Family Christmas Gathering

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Please make _______ reservations @ $5.00 Per Person Name(s): __________________________________________ __________________________________________ __________________________________________ Enclosed is: ___________ Submit to: A.A.S.R. - Valley of Toledo 302 W. Sophia St., Unit C Maumee, OH 43537 or call the office with a credit card: 419-893-2942 Deadline November 23rd

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Secretary’s Report The weather started out pretty rough, but 28 people enjoyed a great time on our perch fishing trip out of Port Clinton.

Gusty winds and a little rain came down. And, unfortunately, we had very bad luck with catching Mike Shobe, 33o fish, but a great time on the boat. At least we got to go out this year. Lake Erie weather is so unpredictable.

thing. Contact Anita Guiles (agiles@dendarah.org) one week in advance for your reservation.

Let’s support the ladies who have supported us for so many years.

Shop ‘til You Drop

The Valley has hired a 55-passenger bus to travel to Birch Run, Michigan for a full day shopping at the Birch Run Outlet Mall. The date is November 5, 2016. The bus will load at the Zenobia Shrine Center at 8:00 a.m. The cost is only $20 per person. Should return by 6:00 p.m. Come out and have a great

time and leave the driving to us!

See form in this Bulletin….

The Great Reunion

The next reunion is quickly approaching and is promising to be a huge event. All 50 states will be performing the 32nd degree that day.

We have a big plans for the Valley of Toledo Scottish Rite members. I want all of you -- for the first time ever -- to participate in the Holiday Parade in Downtown Toledo that very morning. Line-up will be 9:00 a.m. at a location to be deter-

mined. The parade steps off at 10:00 a.m. Wear your suit and tie, caps and jewels if applicable.

We need a lot of support from the members to show the city how proud that we are to be 32nd degree Masons.

After the parade there will be a lunch at the Great Hall in the Stranahan Theater. At 1:30 p.m., we will conduct the 4th degree on the candidates at the Theater.

Following that will be the 32nd degree. Afterwards, the Shrine will be performing their ceremo-

ny to those interested in becoming a Shriner.

A cocktail hour with a cash bar will be held in the Great Hall after the ceremony. Ladies are encouraged and welcomed to come.

A beautiful prime rib dinner will be served afterwards, with entertainment and presentations.

Dancing will follow. Lunch is $10 each and Dinner is $30 each.

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Kevin Weisman to be Coroneted 33rd

The 33rd Degree Masons held a social gathering to honor the newest nominee to their group. Brother Kevin Weisman, who is currently the Commanderin-Chief as well as the Chairman of the Board of Trustees was elected to receive his coronation in Rochester, NY next August, along with Brother Trent Dominique, our current Deputy Representative. Be sure to congratulate them.

They both worked very hard for the Valley and deserved to be granted that position.

Kevin R. Weisman, our next 33rd, was announced at a special banquet for 33rd Degree Masons and their wives.

Enjoy a Lunch with the Ladies

All Scottish Rite Ladies and MEN are invited to have a nice lunch and great camaraderie with the wives of Scottish Rite Masons Auxiliary. They meet during the fall, winter and spring on the second Tuesdays of the month. President Pat Davis has a whole year of entertainment planned for these events. The cost for lunch is $16.00 and includes every-

Not only did the Valley members enjoy a quiet day on the lake, unbothered by the hassle of constantly having to pull in fish, they even caught a glimpse of the monument…which was the only thing that most of them caught.

THIRTY SECOND DEGREE FREEMASONRY • ANCIENT ACCEPTED SCOTTISH RITE VALLEY OF TOLEDO

Mi-A-Mi Lodge of Perfection

Northern Light Council

Charter Granted September 22, 1880

Charter Granted September 21, 1881

Ft. Industry Chapter of Rose Croix

Toledo Consistory S.P.R.S.

Michael A. Lake, KSA Most Wise Master

Kevin R. Weisman Commander-in-Chief

David L. Hawk - Senior Warden Isaac D. Demarest - Junior Warden Tyler D. Hawk - Orator Kenneth J. Rutski, KSA Master of Ceremonies Jonathon F. Dinan, KSA Captain of the Guard

Wade E. Young - 1st Lt. Cdr. John J. Zettler - 2nd Lt. Cdr. Jeffrey D. Young - Orator John K. Cavendish - Chancellor Timothy L. Larimore Master of Ceremonies Mark P. Allred, Jr. - Engineer & Senechal Norman L. Kurtz - Treasurer Michael E. Shobe, 33°

Michael E. Shobe 33o, Secretary Mike@ToledoAASR.com

302 W. Sophia St. Unit C • Maumee, OH 43537 419-893-2942 • FAX 419-893-2962 www.ToledoAASR.com

Eric (Rick) Crow Thrice Potent Master

John J. Stone Sovereign Prince

Board of Trustees

William G. Windnagel – Deputy Master Roger E. Rosebrough – Senior Warden Gary L. Smith – Junior Warden Douglas W. Eis – Orator Norman L. Kurtz, MSA - Treasurer Michael E. Shobe, 33º - Secretary Christian A. King, KSA, 33° - Hospitaler Atonn G.E. Smeltzer, KSA – Master of Ceremonies John M. Hoffman – Captain of the Guard Keith R. Winnie – Tyler

Robert R. Rettig – High Priest Steven M. Grindle - Senior Warden Norman L. Kurtz, - Treasurer Michael E. Shobe, 33º - Exec. Secretary Thomas E. Blansett, Jr. - Junior Warden Stephen C. Hill Master of Ceremonies Eric B. Erickson - Master of Entrances

Kevin R. Weisman - Chairman Jeremy Z. Sharninghouse, 33° Robert C. Rill, Jr., 33° David J. Roper, 33° Michael E. Shobe, 33° – Secretary Norman L. Kurtz – Treasurer Eric L. Crow John J. Stone Michael A. Lake Kevin R. Weisman