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Benefits include: • A significant immediate charitable deduction. Effective March 1, Masonic Homes increased the payout rate for l Charitable Gift Annuities. • A guaranteed lifetime return. • Income which is partially tax free. When you take out a Charitable Gift Annuity with the Masonic • Capital gain savings if annuity is funded with Homes you receive a guaranteed return for as long as you live and appreciated assets. that rate will never fluctuate . The rate of return is based on your age at the time you take out the annuity. • Satisfaction in knowing you are helping to assure the future strength of the Masonic Homes and The following is a sampling of the revised Gift Annuity rates in effect allowing them to fulfill their Mission of Love. at the Masonic Homes at Elizabethtown, PA.: To summarize, you receive: One Life Two Life 1. The satisfaction of making a gift. 2. Annual payments you cannot outlive. Age Rate Age Rate Age Rate Age Rate 3. Tax benefits, such as a contribution deduction, delayed capital gains tax, and annual payments that 50 6.5% 75 8.4% 50-55 6.3% 75-80 7.8% are partially tax-free for a period of time. 4. Fewer worries about investments or money 55 6.7% 80 9.4% 55-60 6.5% 80-85 8.6% management matters. 5. Payments that don't penalize age - the older you 60 6.9% 85 10.5% 60-65 6.7% 85-90 9.8% are, the larger your payments. 6. Flexibility types and amounts to fit your needs and 65 7.2% 90 + 12.0% 65-70 6.9% 90+ 11.6% means. 7. A unique way to give while you live. 70 7.7% 70-75 7.2% I . .J - ·~ - -~------·- · ------,

THE GRAND LODGE F.&A.M. Second Class Nrume: ------OF PENNSYLVANIA POSTAGE PAID Lancaster, PA 17604-9998 Masonic Homes Address: Talking Brother to Brother One Masonic Drive and Additional Offices Elizabethtown, PA 17022-2 199 Masons View The Future in Three Statewide Forums C i ~= ------Addressing issues and challenges of the Fraternity, R.W. and there is no doubt we agree we will win because Grand Master Edward 0. Weisser met with Pennsylvania success prevails when Masons go hand in hand with State: ______Zip: ______Masons in three forums across the state on consecutive unanimity." Saturdays in March. the purposes of the sessions were to Phone: ------reaffirm the feelings of the brethren on important issues and More than 150 attended the forum in Philadelphia, to garner their suggestions for solving problems, particular­ March 8; nearly 200 in Harrisburg, March 15; and Date of Birth(s) ------ly those relating to membership development and retention. 21 0 in Pittsburgh, March 22. All of the sessions opened at 10 a.m., were conducted in an informal MAIL THIS FORM TO: "These meetings have been great," the Grand Master said. environment, featured sincere dialogue and ques­ DEVELOPMENT OFFICE tions, and concluded precisely at noon. Fred D. Rissinger, Director of Development "The positive opinions expressed, the personal involvement demonstrated and the free-flowing suggestions received Masonic Homes Three topics were addressed at each forum: One Masonic Drive from brethren are the fuel that will power our Fraternity Membership development and retention; under­ Elizabethtown, PA 17022 into the new century. There are challenges we have to face, POSTMASTER: Send address changes to above. continued on page 6 Please include complete imprint of address on your postal return clipping Williamsport Masons Fund Memorial To Original Little Masons, Friends Unite to League Founder Build, Install Special Rail The Grand Master Speaks ••• By Brother William E. Fritz Secretary of Lodge No. 707 Car to Shriners' Hospital Fifty-eight years ago a young man made a promise to two young boys. The young man was Carl E. Stotz; the boys were Major and Jimmy Gehron, Brethren: his nephews. The promise was couched in a question: "How When Freemasons reflect on our Masonic values, we know that spearhead community charities to help all persons. Yes, Masons would you like to play on a regular team with uni­ all Masons must have a belief in God, understand the brother­ are public servants serving mankind. forms, a new ball for every game, and bats that hood of man, have a love of country, exhibit good citizenship, Honor means your word is your bond. Honor is knowing that you can really swing? " The promise, implied by support charities, keep honor (that is, be true to your word), a Brother is trustworthy and believable. As Grand Master, I question, was fulfilled in 1939 - not only for and accept civic and moral responsibilities. Do we always fi nd trust the officers and members to carry out their duties, to be those two young boys, but for millions of young these values among our membership? I believe the answer to responsible for their actions and to respond in a trutbfuJ way to boys and girls all over the world . The memorial to Brother Stotz is unveiled. this question is both YES, and unfortunately NO. the requests of the Fraternity because they have pledged to do That promise is known as "Little League John j. Robinson stated in his book A Pilgrim's Path that "many so. I thank the officers of the Lodges for following the direc­ Baseball." At one time, the city of Williamsport, member of the Scottish Rite Valley of people do not have an understanding of what Freemasons tives and abiding by the landmarks of our Fraternity. Masons Pennsylvania, was known as the "lumber capital Williamsport. He was a member of the Masonic Fraternity for 45 years prior to his death on June A specially designed arm-powered rail car believe and of their avowed purposes. Apparently it is very living to their oath are honorable. of the world ." It is now known, except by a few historians, as the "Birthplace of Little League 4, 1992. Those of us who knew him, saw a man confusing for non-Masons to learn that Freemasonry doesn't teU that travels on 200 feet of scale model track However, I am distressed to report that we have a few brethren Baseball." Each August, for a week, it enjoys its of profound integrity and character .. . whom I men what they are supposed to believe. Rather, the Fraternity has been installed for the children at the who have used the black ball viciously to get even with a rec­ spot in the limelight and the notoriety associated called "Brother, fri end, and mentor." His life and Shriners' Hospital in Ph iladelphia to enjoy attracts men who already adhere to a set of values and a belief ommender, or to get even with men with whom they have with it. the way he conducted it did honor to his Lodge in a Supreme Being and the moral conduct their God requires while they are being rehabilitated and are come in contact during their lives. Is this in keeping with our Many individuals over the years have tried to lay and the Masonic Fraternity. of them." bui ldi ng their upper body muscle tone. Masonic values? Have these members forgotten their moral claim to the fo unding of Little League Baseball; for In 1986, (there was) an unsuccessful drive ... to During my tenure as your Grand Master, I have contacted obligations? I believe they have and they should not have the those of you who are unaware, Brother Carl E. build a monument to Carl. In the Fall of 1995, Five brethren from Eph rata Lodge No. 665 approximately 900 members who are sick or distressed, and I privilege to sit among us. We also have had some who have for­ Stotz was ... (the founder of) the Original League with the blessing of Glen E. Paulhamus, the 18th went to Philadelphia on Dec. 21 to lay the Masonic District Deputy Grand Master, I again can certainly assure you that our members on the whole do gotten the meaning of the moral code of chastity and have vio­ (which) named its field the "Carl E. Stotz Field, track and set up the unique arm-powered Birthplace of Little League Baseball." Brother started (a successful drive) to solicit funds to build adhere to our Masonic values. I have had many members tell lated this Masonic value. We have a few of our Fraternity who rail car. That day's work put the finishing me that their families have been so good to them, and that their have been convicted in a court of law of a felony. Those who Stotz was inducted into the West Branch Sports a memorial to Brother Stotz ... contacting Masons and groups with Masonic affil iations. The drive's touches on a year-long project that involved belief in God has carried them through many trying days. Many violate these laws will be removed from Masonry. It is in the Hall of Fame and to the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame in 1975. success shows once again that "Masons Care." contributions and "labors of love" by have said how charitable their brethren have been by sending discovery of these few individuals that we must say "no," all cards, by telephoning, and visiting them. They have assured Masons are not abiding by the values of Masonry. On a monument that he built at the Original On Aug. 23, 1996, the Memorial to Brother Stotz Masons from two Pennsylvania lodges and League in Memorial Park to honor the volunteers, was dedicated by D.D.G.M. Paulhamus with the fri ends in O hio, New Jersey, and me that Masonry has men who have lived up to the teaching of Newspapers and periodicals throughout the Commonwealth what true brotherhood means because they find their Lodge Brother Stotz gave credit for the founding of Little assistance of Worshipful Masters, officers, and Pennsylvania. are carrying articles, letters, and editorials concerning "moral members of lodges in the 18th Masonic District. brethren caring and concerned. A brother told me that his League to the many men who helped him estab­ values," "family values," and "ethical concerns." Every lish his dream ... (which) will prevail as long as The memorial was given to the city of After they assembled the specially-designed Lodge brethren have taken care of his lawn, have shoveled the evening a television commentator refers at some time during a little boys and girls are afforded the opportunity to Williamsport and the original Little League with arm-powered rail car for children at the snow from his driveway, and have taken his wife to the store broadcast to one of those topics. Masons can play a formidable swing a bat and catch a ball. funds for perpetual care. Shriners Hospital in Philadelphia, the five when she needed to shop. Another brother explained how role in setting a worthy example to youth, families, and all citi­ [Editor's Note: The story by Bro. Fritz was edited good God has been to him and his only need was a new A native son of Williamsport born Feb. 20, 1910, Masons from Ephrata Lodge No. 665 zens. We must adhere to our Masonic values and make sure Brother Stotz started his journey in Freemasonry for space considerations. Bro. Fritz has been (photo above) watched as Angel Reyes, a Masonic Bible. The new Bible was needed he said because, "I involved with The original Little League and they are never compromised. on jan. 13, 1947, as a member of John F. Laedlein resident at the hospital, gave it a test run. have worn out the Bible I received from my Lodge when I was Lodge No. 707, Williamsport. He also was a spearheaded the fund-raising for tile memorial.} raised." How many of us can make that statement? I have sup­ We, as Masons, should always remember that part of the clos­ The brethren who did the assembling work plied this brother with a personally embossed Bible. Yes, many ing charge which reminds us of our duties as Masons "that are (1-r): Robert Conway, J.D.; William good men are contributing members of our fraternity. around this Altar you have solemnly and repeatedly promised to Masons at the Ball Game§~ Ulrich, P.M.; John Brendle; Sta nford Cox, befriend and relieve, with unhesitating cordiality, so far as shall t: :::: S.W.; and John Bitler. Many of the members are points of light in our communities. be in your power, every Brother who shall need your assistance; We are happy that Masons, good men with strong and noble THE PHILLIES AT THE PIRATES THE PIRATES AT THE PHILLIJS ~ that you have promised to remind him, in the most tender man­ ~ ~ Fred Kraft, W.M., of Chandler Lodge No. character traits, are civic leaders and serve as commissioners, ner, of his failings, and aid his reformation; to vindicate his Friday night, June 6, will be "Masons Night Masons ~ 'T,..."«~ 227, West Reading, fabricated the wooden congressmen, mayors, and supervisors in our state. It is with a at the Ball Yard" in Western Pennsylvania character when wrongfully traduced; and to suggest in his and their families wi ll patterns for the wheels, obtained the cast­ sense of pride that many of these high profile individuals behalf the most candid, favorable, and palliating circumstances when the Pittsburgh Pirates host the get together for a Ph illies-Pirates Philadelphia Ph illies at Three Rivers Stadium. rematch at Veterans Stadium in Philadelphia ings and decorated them. John Rizzo, of acknowledge their Masonic membership, and we in turn are even when his conduct is justly reprehensible." Brethren, if we proud of their achievements. Many Masons and their families R.W. Grand Master Edward 0 . Weisser will on Sunday afternoon July 20, at 1 :35 p.m. It Oley, designed and assembled the cars, choose to follow our God-given values, we will be a credit to be there to throw out the first pitch. Special also will be Kids Poster Day. Special ticket machined castings and axles, and fabricat­ ourselves, our families, to our Fraternity, and mostly to our God! ticket prices a re $7 for reserved seats that prices will be $14 in the 300 level and $10 Keep in tune with what's going on in your Fraternity. Listen to the R.W. Grand Moster's ed patterns fo r the casti ngs and track. Sincerely and fraternally, are normally $10. For tickets, send a check in the 600 level. For tickets, members shou ld Regis Manufacturing Co. in Ohio produced weekly telephone update on activities and issues about Masonry in Pennsylvania. made payable to: "Gourgas Lodge of contact their lodges. Each lodge has been sta in less steel crank arms. Dr. and Mrs. Perfection" with a self-addressed, stamped asked to have a ball game chairman to coor­ CALL TOLL-FREE ANY TIME 1-888-440-1 SOO envelope to the Valley of Pittsburgh, Greater dinate ticket requests and place ticket orders James Steward, of New Jersey, provided a L~o . ~ Pittsburgh Masonic Center, 3579 Masonic as a lodge group with the Phillies Ticket Sales copy of the concept car that was used to Edward 0 . Weisser The Grand Moster records o new message at the end of each week. Way, Pittsburgh, PA 15237-7700. Offi ce. design the modified version. R.W. Grand Master 2 The Pennsylvania Freemason I May 1997 The Pennsylvania Freemason I May 1997 3 District 7 Sock-Hop Earns $$$ For D&A THE PENNSYLVANIA FREEMASON® Grand Lodge Quarterly Communication And Banquet In Reading Area, June 4 VOL. XLIV, MAY 1997, NO. 2 The Quarterly Communication of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania will be held in the Publication No., USPS 426-140 ~------, In the photo to the left, R.W. Deputy Grand Scottish Rite Cathedral, West Reading, on Wednesday afternoon, June 4. In the Spring issue of 1997 of The Pennsylvania Freemason® at JUNE QUARTERLY Master James L. Ernette {fou rth from left), evening, the Grand Master's Banquet for Masons and their ladies will be in the nearby the Masonic Homes, Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania. Communication Banquet and Entertainment President of The Pennsylvania Masonic Sheraton Berkshire Inn, Wyomissing. june 4, 1997 at 6:30 P.M. Foundation for the Prevention of Drug and GRAND LODGE OFFICERS Sheraton Hotel Alcohol Abuse Among Children, Joseph W. Bro. Edward 0 . Weisser, R. W Grand Master R.W. Grand Master Edward 0 . Weisser and the Grand Lodge Officers will open the Rte. 422 W. & Paper Mill Road, Wyomissing, PA Bro. james L. Ernette, R. W Deputy Grand Master Witte (center), Director of the Foundation, Quarterly Communication in the air-conditioned, 1, 200-seat William M. Marr Bro. Robert L. Dluge, Jr., R. W Senior Grand Warden Auditorium of the new Scottish Rite Cathedral at 2 p.m. The Communication will con­ and Marvin G. Speicher, R.W. Grand Bro. Marvin A. Cunningham, Sr., R.l¥. junior Grand Warden clude by 4 p.m. Admission by Masons to the Quarterly Communication is the same as Treasurer, were present to acknowledge the Bro. Marvin G. Speicher, R. W. Grand Treasurer for Blue Lodge. Current dues cards are necessary. o ge o. donation. They are shown with (1 -r): Jeffrey Bro. Thomas W. jackson, R.W Grand Secretary Ad ress Rhein, W.M. of Lodge No. 62; Kevin THE PENNSYLVANtA FREEMASON COMMITTEE Ladies are encouraged to accompany their Masons to the Reading area. While the brethren are attending the Quarterly Communication, the ladies will be able to enjoy a Ludwig, W.M. of Isaac Hiester Lodge No. Bro. Blaine F. Fabian, C/1airman and Editor City/State/Zip Bro. Luther j. Black, Associate Editor shopping trip to the VF Outlets. Buses will shuttle among the Sheraton Berkshire, VF 660; Donald Snyder, of Reading Lodge No. Bro. Paul D. Fisher, Associate Editor Outlets, and Scottish Rite Cathedral. From 4 p.m., after the Quarterly Communication, Telephone (Area Code) 549, District Chairman for the event; Donald Bro. Fred D. Rissinger, Associate Editor the facilities at the Scottish Rite Cathedral will be available as a place to "freshen up" It was a modern-day re-c reation of a Himmelreich, W.M. of Reading Lodge No. Dr. Glenys A. Waldman, Associate Editor Dinner Choice: Prime Rib before the banquet. Stuffed Rounder 1950's sock-hop on February 1 during 549; and Harold Groff, W.M. of Chandler (Articles and photographs for publication should be sent to The Editor, n1e Pennsylvania Freemason'" , P.O. Box 2614, West Lawn, The Grand Master's banquet in the Sheraton Berkshire Inn will be at 6:30 p.m., pre­ Enclosed is a check for $ ------for which the Masons of the 7th Masonic Lodge No. 227. Other lodges of the District PA 19609·2614. All articles and photographs become the proper­ ceded by a social period at 5:30 p.m. Entertainment will follow the banquet. Men's ______reservatio ns at $20.00 per ticket. District contributed another $1 ,000 toward that participated, but are not represented on lY or the Grand Lodge.) attire for the evening will be either tuxedo or business suit. Please make check payable to "Grand Lodge of PA", enclose a the Prevention of Drug and Alcohol Abuse the picture, are: Teutonia Lodge No. 367

4 The Pennsylvania Freemason I May 1997 The Pennsylvania Freemason I May 1997 5 degrees so that all three degrees can be conferred on a Saturday in Masons View The Future May or June for up to five candidates for each lodge session. All other (continued from Page 1) requirements regarding petitioning, investigation, balloting, etc. PICNICS! PICNICS! PICNICS! PICNICS! PICNICS! PICNICS! remain in effect. From east to west across the state there will be picnics for Masons, their families, and friends throughout the summer. For tickets, use appropriate coupon(s}. standing the special dispensation ("one day class") concept and its SUNDAY, jUNE 8: Western Pennsylvania at SATURDAY, jUNE 14: Eastern Pennsylvania SA1lJRDAY, jUNE 14: Central Pennsylvania at impact on the Fraternity; and possible recognition of the Prince Hall Prince Hall Grand Lodge Idlewild Park, U.S. Rt. 30, Ligonier, PA. at Dorney Park-Wildwater Kingdom, Knoebels Park, Flys~ PA. The parl< will be Grand Lodge in Pennsylvania if the Grand Lodge of England grants a Some time ago, the Prince Hall Grand Lodge asked if our Grand The park opens at 10 a.m.; admission price Allentown, featuring an all-you-can-eat menu open from 11 am. to 10 p.m. There are three pack- proper warrant and the membership desires to recognize Prince Hall Lodge would allow them to approach the Grand Lodge of England to as a recognized Grand Lodge. includes all six sections of the park; and food (fried chicken, hot dogs, hamburgers, baked ages from which to choooe: food and rides, rides only; issue a proper warrant. The Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania advised fun money available at 90¢ on the dollar. For beans, potato salad, soda). The Parks are open and food only. There will be lunch at noon (bam- the Grand Lodge of England that there would be no objection to their Membership din· issuing a proper warrant if they so desired. this event, the Region 4 Pennsylvania Youth at I 0 a.m. Wildwater Kingdom closes at 8 p.m. burger, BBO, and bot dog; with sauerkraut) and Dean E. Vaughn, P.M. related the facts regarding membership devel­ Fellowship Coliililittee is sponsoring an all-day Dorney Park at 10 p.m. Admission pays for ner at 5 p.m. (BBO. chicken, baked beans, cole slaw, opment and retention, citing Friend to Friend successes that have Prince Hall in Pennsylvania has requested the Grand Lodge of gospel concert through the Tri-State Gospel both parks. chips, ice cream, coffee, and iced tea). been sufficient to just about equal the losses due to deaths. However, England to issue a proper warrant. If that occurs, the Prince Hall Music Association. r------, r------, the suspension for non-payment of dues has to be corrected. Bro. Grand Lodge would be eligible to request recognition by this Grand DORNEY PARK AND KNOEBELS PARK Vaughn noted, and subsequent comments from brethren supported Lodge of Pennsylvania and all other Grand Lodges if they so desired. r------, him, that it can be turned around if lodges and brethren emphasize IDLEWILD PARK WILDWATER KINGDOM Pavilion E the "brother" in "brotherhood:" Organize to have Masons call their Sunday, June 8 Saturday, June 14 Saturday, June 14 brethren to learn if there is a financial need - let them know that Price - $25/Person Package #1 - $30/Person they need to pay only the arrearage for the year they were suspend­ Four D.D.G.M.s In A Row Regular Admission - $11 Sr. (60+) and Children 4 yrs. to 48" Tall - $16 ed - help them to get back into the Fraternity. FOOD and RI DES · Hand stamp good for Seniors 55+ - $7.50 Children 3 & Under · FREE all rides, lunch, and dinner Children 2 & Under - FREE Admission Pays For Both Parks and Food The road map for success has been drawn. In a test program by the When he was in­ Package #2 - $16/Person Admission includes all six sections of the Park, Discounted Parking - $2/Car Grand Lodge Education Committee, personal contacts were made to stalled on Feb. 1 as RIDES ONLY use of Pavillion and oll~doy gospel concert. 700 men who had been suspended. The result: 58% of them the District Deputy __ No. of Adult Tickets @ $25 returned to the Fraternity. If there is a 58% success rate for 700, Package #3 - $14/Person Grand Master for the __ No. of Regular Admission @ $1 1 _ _ No. of Children & Sr. @ $16 there should be at least 58% regained from the 20,000 suspensions FOOD ONLY 40th Masonic Dis­ that occurred over the past ten years. _ _ No. of Senior Admission @ $7.50 Total Amount Enclosed: $ ____ (Children under 4 free this package only) trict, W. Richard Total Amount Enclosed: $ ____ Dillon, P.M., {second Also include __ Discount Parking tickets Parking included on all packages One Day Degrees Name ______from right), Stichter to be paid at the gate __ No. of Package # 1 @ $30 Grand Master Weisser explained that there are benefits for the Lodge No. 254, Address ------Nome ______Fraternity and for the individuals by affording the opportunity for __ No. of Package #2 @ $16 worthy men, whose professions require that they work when lodges Pottstown, was greet- Address ______No. of Package #3 @ $14 meet, to become members by receiving all three degrees in one day. ed by his three predecessors: George E. Boyer (left), D.D.G.M Lodge No. ____ Dist. from 1976 to 1986; Roland H. Schock, 1991 to 1996; and Robert Total Amount Enclosed: $ ____ Make Checks payable to: "Masonic Picnic" Gerhart (right), 1986 to 1991. The three Past District Deputies Lodge No. ____ Dist. ------Name ______Grand Master Weisser will grant dispensations to lodges to waive the E. Mail ti cket requests with a stamped, self-addressed Make Checks payable to: "Masonic Picnic" requirement that one month elapse between the conferring of the represent more than two decades of service to the Fraternity. #10 envelope to: Masonic Picnic, c/ o Bill McCracken Address ------1143 Brierly lane, Munhall, PA 15120 Mail ticket requests with a stamped (55¢ Postage). self-addressed # 10 envelope to: Guy T. Matthews, L------139 W. Richardson Ave., langhorne, PA 19047 Lodge No. _____ Dist. ______The Outreach Program Offers Information on Prescription Assistance FRIDAY, AUGUST 1: Western Pennsylvania ABSOLUTE DEADLINE: May 26 Make Checks payable to: "Masonic Picnic" at Kennywood Park, 4800 Kennywood Mail ticket requests with a stamped, self-addressed The Pennsylvania Department of Aging has receive PACE benefits. However, begin­ before reimbursement of costs for prescrip­ Blvd.,West Miftlin, PA. The Park opens at # 10 envelope to: Hugh A. Jones, SATURDAY, AUGUST 2: Western Pennsyl­ 150 Pocahontas lane, Elysburg, PA 17824 sponsored a pharmaceutical prescription ning in 1997, PACENET has been devel­ tions occurs. noon. There is a general admission fee and a vania at Sandcastle Water Park, 1000 (717) 672-1083 assistance program for Pennsylvania senior oped by the Office of Aging to help those If you believe you might qualify for PACE, price for all-day rides. For this event, entertain­ citizens for many years, called the who otherwise might not qualify for phar­ Sandcastle Dr., Pittsburgh, PA The Park opens DEADLINE: June 9 please call your local Office of Aging to ment will be provided by the Region 4 at Noon. There is an all-day admission price for Pharmaceutical Assistance Contract for the maceutical benefits. (NOTE: Ti ckets ordered on or near deadline will be obtain an application. Or, if you prefer, call Pennsylvania Youth Foundation and units of Slides All-Day, or a Lagoon Pass (all facilities with· distributed at picnicl Elderly (PACE). While most Pennsylvan­ Even if you do not meet the eligibility the Outreach Program at 1-800-462-7664. Syria Shrine Temple. There will be buttermilk out slides) and "SanddoUars" are available at 90¢ L------ians are aware of this program, it is impor­ requirements for PACE, you may still qual­ As with any application for benefits or ser­ for adults and chocolate milk for the youngsters. on the dollar. tant to know that some changes have ify for some benefits through PACENET. vices from the government, PACE requires r------, r------, developed to make this service available to KENNYWOOD PARK The guidelines for PACENET allow those complete documentation of all personal SANDCASTLE VIdeo on Masonic Temple, more senior citizens who are struggling people with slightly more income to obtain information, income, and health insurance Friday, August 1 Saturday, August 2 with fixed incomes. The following infor­ some pharmaceutical assistance after coverage. Applications are available in Grand Lodge in Production General Admission - $3 mation may help you, a family member or meeting an annual deductible. numerous locations, including county and Slide All Day- $13 Ride All Day- $13 Lagoon Pass- $8 a friend obtain just enough help to make PACENET is available to you if: You are 65 state offices and local pharmacies. A 25-minule video about the world­ that budget a little easier to manage. @ years old or older and are a Pennsylvania __ No. of General Admssions $3 __ No. of Slide All Day Tickets @ $13 rer10'Nt'led !Vosonic Temple in Philadelphia, You may be eligible for PACE if: You are 65 __ No. of Ride All Day Tickets @ $1 3 resident and have lived within the Do You Have __ No. of Lagoon Posses @$8 home of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania, is years old or older and are a resident of Commonwealth for at least 90 days prior Total Amount Enclosed: $ ____ Total Amount Enclosed: $ ____ in production and will be completed by the Pennsylvania, and have been for at least 90 Name ______I to the date of your application. You are not Your Purple Jacket? Name ______: end of the Summer. The video will give the days prior to applying for the program. You eligible for pharmaceutical assistance ben­ Brethren who have earned purple jack­ Address ------I Address ------I viewer a complete lour of the !Vosonic Temple, are ineligible for pharmaceutical benefits efits provided by Medical Assistance. Your I ets, but have not received them should its architecture, grand hallways, magnificent provided by Medical Assistance and your I total reported taxable income for 1996 Lodge No. Dist. ______I contact their lodge secretaries. It is the 1 Lodge No. ____ Dist. ______I lodge rooms, and The tvbsonic Library and 1996 reported taxable income was less I was between $14,000 and $16,000 for a responsibility of the lodge secretary to I than $14,000 for a single person; less than I Make Checks payable to: "Masonic Picnic" l Make Checks payable to: "Masonic Picnic" l Museum of Pennsylvania. When completed, single person; between $17,200 and submit the verification for the purple : Mail ticket requests with a stomped, self-addressed $1 7,200 for a married couple. 1 Mail ti cket requests wi th a stamped, self-addressed : the video will be sold through the gi& shop of $19,200 for a married couple. jacket award. Jackets are sent to the : #1 0 envelope to: Masonic Picnic, c/o Bill McCracken : # 10 envelope to: Masonic Picnic, c/a Bill McCracken I the Library and Museum. In the past, if you did not meet those If you meet these requirements, you then lodge for proper presentation. : 1143 Brierly lane, Munhall, PA 15120 : 1143 Brierly lane, Munhall, PA 15120 : requirements you were not eligible to must satisfy an annual $500 deductible L------L------~ 6 The Pennsylvania Freemason / May 1997 The Pennsylvania Freemason / May 1997 7 Developing a Freedom Hall of Fame Antique Apron Presented to Museum . S OF NOTE Troopers From 8 Lodges ~ Perry R. Confer Degree At its stated Strauss, a meeting on Jan. member of W. 8, the brethren of Leonard K. Bray Lodge Forman Lodge ~ TALKING FRIEND­ No. 410, No. 782, Phila­ TO-FRIEND / BROTHER­ Hatboro, who delphia, pre­ TO-BROTHER, James R. was installed as sented an Miller, P.M., of Aliquippa Supreme Tall antique silk, Lodge No. 375, did an outstanding job in Cedar of the Tall Cedars of North America painted apron to The Masonic Library and Museum of Pennsylvania. The framed membership retention . He is responsible for during the Midwinter Conference of the apron now is prominently displayed inside the entrance to the retaining 34 members by contacting them Supreme Forest January 10-1 2 in State Policemen from eight lodges through­ John W. Hisiro, D.D.G.M., 31st Masonic District (second from left), repre­ Library. before they would have been suspended for Lancaster, is shown with ten-year-old out eastern Pennsylvania conferred the senting the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania, presents $3,000 from the The unique, highly decorative aprons were originally worn by non-payment of dues. He also is responsible Christopher Allen Fino, of Breinigsville, the Master Mason's Degree in St. John's Lodge Masonic Charities Fund, to Gerard Meyer, Chairman of the Fayette Civic brethren in a Massachusetts Lodge in the mid-1800's. This apron for having five suspended brethren reinstated. Tall Cedar Goodwill Ambassador for No. 435, Reading, upon a fellow Trooper, Forum (center), Uniontown, as a contribution toward developing a former was acquired in 1993 by Gary J. Bruder, P.M. of Leonard Forman In addition, he was the signer of petitions for 1997. The Tall Cedars of Lebanon have Bruce E. Gaston. Anthony T. Manzolillo bank building into a Freedom Hall of Fame. The museum will focus on the Lodge. four new members. provided continuous financial support since (front right), then Worshipful Master of St. efforts of President George Washington, the Marquis de Lafayette (for John's Lodge, and Michael Holland (center 1951 to the Muscular Dystrophy whom Fayette County and Fayette Lodge are named), and Gen. George The presentation was made in Egyptian Hall of the Masonic Temple with gavel), of Big Spring Lodge No. 361, C. Marshall, all Freemasons, and others who pursued the benefits of free­ by (1-r): Craig G. Cohen, W.M., and Bro. Bruder, both of Leonard ~ For the second consecutive year, the Association, contributing more than $9- Newville, the conferring Master, congratu­ dom throughout the world. Participating in the presentation ceremony Forman Lodge, to Marvin A. Cunningham, Sr., R.W. Junior Grand Worshipful Master of 50 years ago was pre­ million to the Jerry Lewis Labor Day late Bro. Gaston. Other State Troopers con­ are: Gerald Spellman, W.M., laurel Lodge No. 651 , Uniontown (left); Warden; Joseph DiPinto, Jr., D.D.G.M. Masonic District C; and John sent in Milton Lodge No. 256 to assist Gary telethon. ferring the degree are (1 -r): Philip Rickert as Minott, St. Alban-Swain Lodge No. 529, Assistant Curator of the Matthew Krempasky, W.M., Fayette Lodge No. 228, Uniontown (second E. Narehood (center), D.D.G.M., 46th J.D., James Scott as S.D., and Jerry Eaton from right); and Warren Hull, President of the Fayette Civic Forum. Museum. Masonic District, and the Worshipful as S.M.C. , all of Union lodge No. 324, • Edward F. Rose, a member of Master, Dale F. Bogart (second from left), in Mifflintown. Also, Edward Kauffman, of Widow's Son Lodge No. 150, Emporia, Tennis Lodge No. 371 , Thompsontown, R. W. G.M. Edward 0. Weisser and The Grand Lodge ofPennsylvania Presents presenting Emblems of Gold. The 50-year VA, on March 1 began serving as Guide; George Himmelright, of Andrew H. ~ members (at right) who received their Director of the Hospital Visitation Hershey Lodge No. 764, Pursuivant; Serell awards are Frederick A. Simon and Lee S. Program for the Masonic Service Ulrich, of Wi lliam S. Snyder Lodge No. ·: Confer. The Worshipful Master of 1947, 756, Harrisburg, J.M.C.; Paul Menigh, of Association of the United States. Homer F. Folk, P.M. , is at left. Hyde Park Lodge No. 339, Scranton, J.W.; Dorrie Birchall as Chaplain; and Wally Ditzler, of Charles M. Howell Lodge No. • Charles Miller (seated), a member 496, Millersville, S.W. First Week ofAugust - Trip Open to Masons and Friends of Palestine-Roxborough Lodge No. A 7-Day Cruise Aboard Holland America Line's MS Ryndam (Plus Post-Cruise Options) 135, Philadelphia, who has been a Mason for 84 years, celebrated his 105th 50-Year For Best Cabin Selections! birthday on Feb. 20 at his residence in Emblems of Gold \t.S!tt Save up to $3, 778 per Couple Crest Haven Nursing Home, Cape May, A REALLY SPEClAL EVENT Off Holland America's Published Prices! NJ. To celebrate his birthday, Paul J. It was a special honor fo r P.D.D.G.M. Feigel, W.M., (left) and Anthony Robert S. Wolverton, of Mahoning Lodge t".. " ~ Karl W. Fritz, P.M., Benton Lodge Carotenuto, S.W., along with other mem­ No. 516, when the R. W. Senior Grand VANTAGE DELUXE WORLD TRAVEL No. 667, at the age of 102 attended the bers of his Lodge presented him with a Warden, Robert L. Dluge, Jr., and William TOLL-FREE 1-800-833-0899 extra meeting of hi s lodge to witness the Friend to Friend jacket donated by a H. 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8 The Pennsylvania Freemason I May 1997 The Pennsylva nia Freemason I May 199 7 9 !!f( (7/ New Renaissance Unit Helps Individuals Return Home Sooner Masons Who Are Counselon .Are VitaL Friendly Links with Masol)ic Because the Masonic Homes foresaw their own pace. The unit provides all the :Mt-t: important health care concerns such as cost services available in a hospital transitional ~ J ~ containment pressures which often lead to unit for a much lower cost and in a more - shorter hospital stays, plans have been homelike environment. There are 23 most helpful Masons across Pennsylvania and another made to raise the level of acuity in the ser­ The name of the Renaissance Unit was cho­ 30 throughout Florida who serve voluntarily as Counselors for the vices the facility can provide. Masonic Homes. They are the key information and assistance source sen to exemplify the staff's mi ssion : To help for people seeking admission to the Masonic Homes. The Masonic patients experience the opportunity for a Homes has "new beginning" after a health-related set­ The Admissions Counselors Program, of which they are a part, began operated a back. And, because the unit provides ser­ in June, 1988, to meet the unique needs of those who seek residen­ transitional vices to all Pennsylvania Masons and their cy in the Masonic Health Care Center or the Village Green area, unit since eligible family members and is not limited which includes congregate and personal care, of the Masonic Homes. February, to serving only residents of the Masonic

1 9 9 6 I Always friendly, the Counselors are generally the first link an appli­ The Admission Counselors from across Pennsylvania pose with their Homes, it offers a va luable choice to eligi­ cant has to the Masonic Homes. In their special liaison role, they wives in front of the Eisenlohr Commons during their recent visit to the designed with ble individuals who require a subacute carry out three very important responsibilities. Masonic Homes. capabilities to level of care. perform sub­ with very difficult situations. Many residents remember their coun­ Prior to the opening of the new First, counsellors provide accurate information about the Masonic Homes. acute care for Bro. Fancis Cassel exercises on the selors and how they helped them," she said. Renaissance Unit, the Masonic Homes held Since most applicants do not live close enough to visit the Masonic Homes, individuals treadmill as Judy Brandt, Physical meetings for residents and staff to discuss Therapist, supervises. Counselors go to their residences to share complete information. On average, with the help of the Admissions Counselors, the who ma y the changes in today's health care. Several Admissions Office processes 400 applications a year for the Masonic require com­ appreciate the care I got and I will never individuals volunteered to talk about their Second, they assist the applicants and family members in completing Health Care Center and Village Green Area of the Masonic Homes. plex medical fo rget it," she said. the applications, which also provides the Masonic Homes with com­ experience on the Renaissance Unit: management Richard Kishpaugh, Barger Lodge No. plete information needed to assess the applicants' needs and serve The Masonic Homes' Admissions Counselors in Pennsylvania following a Mildred Huber, wife of Bro. Arthur Huber, 325, Stroudsburg, spoke on behalf of his them better. include: Region 1: Nelson M. Baird, Jr. , Lodge No. 620; George E. hospital stay. Thomas R. Patton Lodge No. 659, was dis­ wi fe, Clementine, who suffers from Crohn's Boyer, Lodge No. 254; J, Walter Price, Lodge No.712; William E. In Ja nuary, charged from the Hershey Medical Center disease. "I guarantee you they hand­ Finally, they support the applicants and family members in making Riley, Lodge No. 385; William S. Corlett, Lodge No. 78 1; Region 2: Paula Sheaffer, RN, what are probably the most difficult decisions of their lives. 1997, th e after breaking her right hip. She said, "I Charles A. Hornickell, Lodge No. 226; Robert H. Mason, Lodge No. Renaissance Unit Care picked the people who work in that unit to manager and Bro. M ason i c was surprised and impressed with what I 21; Sherman N. Miller, Lodge No. 764; Ralph C. Rickard, Lodge No. get her where she is," he said. The Admissions Counselors are provided with extensive training and Lawrence Shelley at the H o m e s saw... The staff was compa ssionate and 43; Richard S. Wood, Lodge No. 197; Region 3: John P. Henry, Jr., Renaissance Unit Open spend a few days at the Masonic Homes each year to be updated on opened its willing to do what was necessary." "I Lodge No. 324; Robert E. Spriggle, Lodge No. 619; Region 4: House. Lawrence Shelly, Hiram Lodge No. 616, policies, procedures and new programs. The yearly visit to the new 51 -bed Charles W. Doege, Lodge No. 546; David K. Johnstone, Lodge No. Allentown, said, "It was the best thing that Masonic Homes by the Admissions Counselors from Pennsylvania was Renaissance Unit in the Ben Franklin in October. During their stay, the Admissions Counselors hear pre­ 318; Wesley E. Smith, Sr., Lodge No. 674; Region 5: John G. ever happened to me. I was in no condi­ Building of the Mason ic Health Care sentations from managers and supervisors across the Masonic Homes' Johnson, Lodge No. 575; Donald L. Jolley, Lodge No. 316; Robert K. tion to even walk when I got here. The sta ff Center with more equipment conducive to campus. They move from one area to another to meet residents and Parrish, Lodge No. 695; Region 6: Allen J, Henninger, Lodge No. is service-oriented; all of my questions were staff, and dine with them, to get a good feel for what the Masonic 232; Clifford E. Reed, Sr., Lodge No. 515; Region 7: Rev. James A. providing services such as intravenous answered promptly, and pastoral support Homes is all about. Each year, the Masonic Homes holds a celebration Gaiser, Lodge No. 323; Clinton E. Shrive, Lodge No. 664; Robert S. therapy, respiratory services including ven­ helped a good deal, too." in their honor to thank them fo r everything they do. The highlights Swoyer, Lodge No. 673. tilators and tracheotomies, feeding tubes, of this year's visit included a tour of the Lafayette Special Care Unit continuous heart monitoring, pain man­ More than 400 residents, staff, health care and the opportunity to see the Masonic Health Care Center Assembly The Masonic Homes' Admissions Counselors in Florida include: agement and rehabilitation for patients professionals, and visitors celebrated an Room for the first time. The Admissions Counselors in Florida are recovering from fractures, strokes, heart open house/health fair on Wednesday, updated on events via mailings. Region 1: John E. Bush, Lodge No. 794; Howard DeTample, Lodge No. 778; Albert Etskovitz, Lodge No. 648; Earl Gaugler, Lodge No. attacks or surgery. January 29, 1997, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. in the 254; Fenton Glazier, Lodge No. 600; Ronald L. Gruno, Lodge Masonic Health Care Center Assembly Most Lodges in Pennsylvania have a three-member Masonic Homes The Renaissance Unit offers a higher level No.487; Mark J, Heidelberger, Lodge No. 230; J. Wesley Hill, Lodge Room. Committee to provide additional fraternal support, comfort, trans­ of subacute care for individuals who need Sheri Cates, Speech Therapist, and Bro. portation or any other service in an effort to help in the admissions No. 529; Edward L. Mark, Lodge No. 126; Harold L. Meyers, Lodge medical or rehabilitative services. Clifford Parker practice exercises which help For more information about the process. When an individual expresses interest in applying to live at No. 456; Walter F. Michael, Lodge No. 776; Joseph B. Pittman, Lodge individuals regain fluent speech patterns. Immediately after, or instead of, acute hos­ Renaissance Unit, call 1-800-422-1207. the Masonic Homes, the Admissions Counselor and one member of No. 711; William M. Rees, Lodge No. 595; Irwin K. Renneisen, pi talization, an individual can receive the sponsoring Lodge's Masonic Homes Committee visit the applicant. Lodge No. 292; James Sandeman, Lodge No. 292; Allen M. Wilson; active, complex medical treatments th rough If the applicant resides in a state other than Pennsylvania or Florida, Region 2: George Gee, Lodge No. 666; Clarence R. Klopp, Lodge No. the application is issued to the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania rather 587; Louis M. Marshall, Lodge No. 549; Theodore P. Schell, Lodge subacute care until stabilization occurs. than to the Admissions Counselor. The Grand Lodge then forwards No. 682; Marlin C. Seace, Lodge No. 2 1; Region 3: Dean M. Lesnett, Comprehensive medical, rehabilitation and e-Mason Connection the application to the Grand Lodge of the appropriate state who, in Lodge No. 300; Leland S. McNutt, Lodge No. 355; Region 4: Burt consultation programs and services turn, finds a local Lodge to assist the applicant. There was an error in the publication of the e-Mason web site identification in the Gorback, Lodge No. 544; Jackson C. Powers, Lodge No. 237; Ewing designed to meet the needs of each patient February issue of The Pennsylvania Freemason. Please note that the correct web site Tietsworth, Lodge No. 479; Region 7: Dr. Charles Eichenberg, are provided. The staff of thi s unit receives According to Claudia Stephens, Director of Admissions and Resident address is: HTIP:/ IWWWICUBED.COWUSERS/ BLULODGE/ SOCLUB.HTML Services, the program is a success because of the Admissions Lodge No. 648; Waiter W. Grote, Lodge No. 218; John D. Liken, special training and encourages patients to Counselors. "They do the leg work, visiting peoples' homes and dealing Lodge No. 265; Charles E. Schleicher, Lodge No. 396. reach their highest level of independence at

10 The Pennsylva nia Freemason I May 1997 The Pennsylvania Freema son I May 1997 11 Grand Lodge, OES Discuss Cottage Model Now Available Mark Your Calendars for Autumn Day 1997 at the Masonic Homes! More Residential Serving Needs Across State Services Available in If you have been waiting anxiously Saturday, September 27, 1997 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. During the last several years, to see one of our new cottages Spring 1998! Pennsylvania Masons have indicated to before making a decision, now you Autumn Day is an open house for all We hope to the Committee on Masonic Homes of the There's no time like the present to have that opportunity! Call the Pennsylvania Freemasons, their family see you on Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania their desire Marketing Office at 1-800-676- start planning for your future. By for the Masonic Homes to provide services members, and friends. Experience September 6452 for an appointment to have a Spring 1998, the Masonic Homes in the Pittsburgh and Philadelphia areas. first-hand the beauty of the Masonic 27! personal tour. will have more spaces available in the During the last year and a half, the Homes, visit old friends, Village Green Area. This residential Committee on Masonic Homes and the This photo was taken on Februruy 27, 1997. If you would like to see the finished product, please and enjoy a variety of option provides residents with a large Grand Chapter of Eastern Star have had call our Marketing Office at 1-800-676-6452 and we will be happy to schedule you for a tour. entertainment and deli­ private room and personal bathroom. casual discussions about working together cious food items. Tours Residents who live in this area enjoy in various ways. will be available of all three meals a day in the beautiful Masonic Homes Offers Another Benefit Six Music Talent Search Semi-Finals In 1997, these discussions have developed areas of the campus so Grand Lodge Hall Dining Room. further with the Grand Chapter of Eastern to Residents: Long-Term Core Insurance On May 18; Finalists' Compete June 7 guests may learn about The Masonic Homes will also have Star and the Grand Lodge through the A task force of residents recently evaluated Six of the seven 1997 semi-final competitions the continuum of caring Committee on Masonic Homes by review­ spaces available in the newly reno­ available insurance programs and recom­ in the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania Music services provided at the ing various options. They are pursuing Talent Search will be held on May 18 across vated Freemasons Building. This mended that the Masonic Homes offer a Masonic Homes. On this whether it would be viable to merge the the state. The semi-final competition for beautiful residential option is well three homes (Masonic Homes in group long-term care insurance program Region 5 was scheduled for April 27 in the special day, clowns roam suited for individuals who are looking Elizabethtown, Eastern Star Home in provided through UNUM Insurance Erie Playhouse. The finalists' competition the grounds looking for to live their lives independently, but Warminster, and Eastern Star Home in Company. will be June 7 in Elizabethtown and will be children of all ages to who may need assistance with some Pittsburgh) to provide better service for The program is an option for current resi­ combined with the final judging of the annual share in their antics, daily activities such as dressing, the members of the Grand Lodge and the dents and future residents on the Masonic Essay Contest. Masonic bands and bathing, and taking medication. Grand Chapter. The Grand Lodge and the Homes' priority and waiting lists who are All of the competitions are to begin at 2 p.m. choral groups perform Grand Chapter of Eastern Star both also In considering long-term care insurance. The in their respective locations as follows: both areas, shuttle buses are avail­ are considering other options in this com­ throughout the day, and jugglers thrill program provides benefit coverage for able for convenient transportation plete review. Region I · Masonic Temple, One North Broad audiences with their exciting perfor­ and many recreational opportunities skilled nursing services, personal care ser­ St., Philadelphia. mances. R.W. Grand Master Edward are planned for residents. This process has not developed to where vices, professional home care services and Region 2 · Scottish Rite Cathedral, 31 0 S. 0. Weisser is making plans for a wide final decisions have been made; however, adult day care, all of which are available Seventh St., West Reading. variety of children's games for our For more information about residen­ there is a genuine interest to work togeth­ through the continuum of care services pro­ Region 3 - Masonic Temple, Valley Pike and young visitors. tial areas call 1-800-422-120 7. er to serve the members of the Grand vided on the Masonic Homes' campus. The Linton St., Johnstown. Lodge and the Grand Chapter of Eastern program may also offer discounts that Region 4 - The Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Star. might not be available with other programs. Center, 359 Masonic Way, Pittsburgh. If you have questions or thoughts on this If you are interested in obtaining more Region 6 - Williamsport Consistory, 348 matter please call or write to: Executive Manheim information about this long-term care insur­ Market St., Williamsport. Greeting German G.M. Director, Masonic Homes, One Masonic ance program, write to: Marketing Office, Region 7 - East Stroudsburg University Drive, Elizabethtown, PA 17022 or call Lodge R.W. Grand Master Edward Masonic Homes, One Masonic Drive, Auditorium, 200 Prospect St., (717) 367·1121 extension 33262. 0. Weisser greets the M.W. Elizabethtown, PA 17022. East Stroudsburg. Burns Grand Master of the United The finalists' competition, also at 2 p.m., will Grand Lodges of Germany, PLAN FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING! be on June 7 in the Assembly Room of the Mortgage Rainer J. Schicke, on Feb. 20, Health Center of the Masonic Homes at One when he was in Philadelphia r------, Not qu ite ready to make a move into Masonic Drive, Elizabethtown. : INDEPENDENT LIVING PRIORITY LIST During the January stated for an official visitation to a I retirement living? That's all right ... but I Please send me information on meeting, members of meeting of Hermann Lodge I you might want to consider what your ------~~------I how to apply for the Priority List. I Manheim Lodge No. 587 No. 125, Philadelphia and I (Please print information below) plans will be several years from now. I burned its mortgage years attended by two other I Why not check the Independent Living Two Subcommittee Appointments : 0 Rental Fee Plan 0 Entrance Fee Plan ahead of schedule. The German-speaking lodges, Priority List and sign up now. Please R.W. Grand Master Edwa rd 0 . Weisser lodge hall was occupied : 0 Please send me information on group Humboldt Lodge No. 325, I complete the coupon and send it to us, has announced two appointments of in 1990 with the expecta­ I long term care insurance. Hatboro, and Teutonia Lodge I and we' ll send you information on how Masonic Homes residents to subcommittees tion of satisfying the : Name:------No. 367, Reading. Grand Master Schicke presented a commemora­ 1 you can plan NOW for your future. of the Committee on Masonic Homes. Lloyd mortgage early in the : Address: ------S. Mortimer, Wayne Lodge No. 581, a cer­ next century. A generous bequest from their late Bro. Alvin tive plaque to the Library and Museum. 1 tified public accountant, has been named to : City, St., Zip: ------When your name is on the Independent W. Shenk allowed for the early mortgage-burning as well as the Financial Subcommittee. Charles L. Accompanying Grand Master Weisser in greeting the visitor at the Living Priority List, you are eligible for to establish a modest scholarship program for local high : Telephone#: (__ ) ------Metzger, Sr., West Chester Lodge No. 322, meeting were: Marvin A Cunningham, R.W. Junior Grand Warden; 1 group long-term care insurance through school students. Worshipful Master Terry Millard (right) and : Return to: Marketing Office, Masonic Homes, a retired vice president with a bachelor of James E. Shaub (center), President of the Hall Association, Marvin G. Speicher, R.W. Grand Treasurer; and Thomas W. Jackson, : One Masonic Drive, Elizabethtown, PA 17022 the Masonic Homes and UNUM science degree in mechanical engineering, burn the mortgage while Gareth G. Diem, P.M., of the Hall R.W. Grand Secretary. The Greater Kensington String Band in I 1-800-676-6452 Insurance. has been named to the Building and ~------Association, looks on. German costume entertained after the meeting . Ground Subcomm ittee. 12 The Pennsylvan ia Freemason I May 1997 The Pennsylvan ia Freemason I May 1997 13 DeMolays See History in the Making Sleeping Giant? On January 20, the traveled to the George Washington National Costner, Dr. Ruth, Barbara Walters, Hugh Pennsylvania DeMolay Masonic Memorial in Alexandria, VA, where Downs, and Senior DeMolay Willard Scott. Delegation, 212 people strong, the buses were parked and an early lunch was By Bro. Thomas W. jackson The popularity of the Inaugural trip has traveled to Washington, DC to see the inau­ eaten. Some of the Pennsylvanians toured the R. W. Grand Secretary been growing since 1989 when fourteen guration of President William J. Clinton, a Memorial. The delegation was organized into DeMolay slate officers took a bus tour to Senior DeMolay and Past Stale Master small groups, which boarded the Metro into the the Inauguration of George Bush. Four Councilor of Arkansas. The Pennsylvania city. Some chose to go diredy to the parade My Brothers: DeMolay group was headed by Stale route to stake out good locations while others years later this number grew to 94 people Master Councilor Robert R. Nye, Jr., and joined the sea of people on the Mall side of the in two full buses. I have heard Masonic leaders in recent years refer to permit it to sleep too long, and thus like Rip van Wmkle find Stale Sweetheart Lauren M. Hampton and Capitol for the swearing-in of the President and Thanks to the sponsorship of Lodge No. 9, Freemasonry as a sleeping giant, and in one of my talks which that it awakens with an inability to achieve further greatness. included DeMolays, advisors, families and Vice President. Some members and advisors of I prepared a dozen years ago I also referred to it as a sleeping Philadelphia, a banner was made far dis­ We must first of all comprehend why it is sleeping. We were friends from throughout the Erie Chapter were interviewed by television giant. Now I pause to think and to wonder why. play on the parade route, and each partic­ a viable force throughout many generations of society. Why Commonwealth. Schirley Pinto, a Job's reporters and many celebrities were spotted in ipant received a commemorative hat. should we be less so today? Its philosophy has not changed Daughter from Brazil who is an exchange the crowd including Whoopie Goldberg, Kevin I wonder not only about why giant but also I wonder why over our years of existence; only the Members have changed. student staying with a Job's sleeping. The sleeping aspect is readily comprehensible Have we become an anachronism in present-day society? Daughter family in Hershey, also when we consider to relative quiescence of Freemasonry Have our principles and values actually had no place for the joined the trip, getting a glimpse today as compared to our past, but why is it not awake. The last quarter century? of the pomp, pageantry and peo­ implication of being a giant begs definition. If Freemasonry ple who make this quadrennial may be accurately defined a "giant," what qualities does it possess which places it in that position? There can be no question that the environment has changed, event uniquely American. and we must now determine whether we wish to retain our The five-bus entourage left In the year of 1717 when speculative Freemasonry had its principles and values and lift others up to use or change to fit Elizabethtown at 7: 15 a.m. and formal beginning and during the preceding years when it into today's environment and thus step down to meet pre­ existed informally, it was a period in history when ethical and sent-day standards. If we truly believe in the philosophy moral values were at low ebb and the influence of religion upon which we were founded and upon which we existed for was being challenged. That time was probably ripe for the over three hundred years, the decision is a simple one. Now birth of an organization which promoted what we regard as we must determine our next move. admirable ethical and moral principles and a stimulus to an First, our future must build upon accomplishments of the pre­ intellectual pursuit. In retrospect we could probably say the A G.R.E.A. T. PROGRAM! sent, not only those of the past. We cannot continue to look time was ripe for the birth of a prospective giant. The giant, back and dwell upon our past, glorying in what was nor can however, was not born a giant. It grew and developed into a The Gang Resistance Education and Training (G.R.E.A.T.} program we continue to mourn the loss. Pride in our past can be self­ ScoHish Rite Night position of impact which caused it to be distinctively different held its first training seminar at the Masonic C on fer en c e destructive if it causes us to ignore the present upon which from those surrounding it. Center-Patton Campus in Elizabethtown on February 2-7. The at Elk Lodge our future depends. Longfellow wrote, "Look not mournful­ G.R.E.A.T. program was created in 1991 by the Police Department of ly to the past; it comes not back again." Phoenix, AZ, as an extension of its D.A.R.E. program participation, Freemasonry took its terminological function from the early Officers of Coudersport Consistory visited Elk recognizing the growth of gangs which thrive on the distribution of cathedral builders from which it probably arose. But instead My Brothers, the potential to wake what we have chosen to Lodge No. 379, Ridgway, for Scottish Rite Night drugs. of building cathedrals of stone and mortar, Freemasonry term a sleeping giant, albeit an influential sleeping giant, is in during the March 11 stated meeting. Shown at began to build cathedrals of the human soul and spirit using our hands. We as individuals cannot pass the responsibility The program trains uniformed officers to teach a nine-week program the meeting are larry Boardman, P.M., (1-r): J. not stone and mortar but using man's hunger for knowledge, off to either the future or the present leaders. Each one of us to 6th and 7th grade students to help them discover the ramifications Secretary of the Valley of Coudersport; Mark A. truth and goodness, a love of God and loyalty to his fellow has an obligation to the past of which we are so proud. of gang violence in their lives. It includes many optional activities to Sharrow, W.M. of Elk Lodge; Ralph H. Besecker, man. And thus began our Masonic heritage. Longfellow also wrote, "Wisely improve the present; it is be conducted year-round to reinforce the classroom instruction. D.D.G.M. 33rd Masonic District and 2nd Lt. thine." Commander of Coudersport Consistory; and As this potential giant evolved, it moved across the earth The G.R.E.A.T. program is conducted as a cooperative effort between George Baxter, P.M., Commander-in-Chief of gaining in strength and influence and created an effect which the Phoenix Police Department, the Federal Law Enforcement F. A great starting place would be to reinforce the Brother part may be conservatively defmed as enormous. We need only Training Center, and the Department of the Treasury, Bureau of the Consistory, who presented the program of of Brotherhood. I am firmly convinced it is of paramount look back to its influence through its members on the impact Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms. Scottish Rite history. importance that the practice of the Brotherhood we preach be it created in the development of the American nation for ver­ restored to the Craft. We seem to have largely forgotten this The training at the Patton Campus was open to officers from police ification. During its existence, its influence increased and fundamental principle which came so readily to our past forces from across the country. There were 26 graduates in this first decreased at various times, but it was always felt. Based upon Brothers. class held at the Patton Campus, including two officers from the result, there can be no doubt that it did indeed evolve Pennsylvania. The G.R.E.A.T. program has been active in the city of into a giant. But make no mistake, it was its influence that If the giant sleeps too long, it may change from a sleeping Philadelphia since 1994. made it a giant. Now, today, there are many leaders who refer giant to a dying giant. I once read where Freemasonry was in to it as a sleeping giant. Definitively, a great potential little a rut, and it would behoove us to remember that the only dif­ The graduation class received certificates during a commencement felt. ference between a rut and a grave is the depth of the hole. service in the William A. Carpenter Chapel, during which Thomas R. My Brothers, Freemasonry is too important to sleep, and it is Labagh, Director of the Pennsylvania Youth Foundation, was the If Freemasonry is a sleeping giant and if indeed we do recog­ certainly too important to die. But we are the only ones who guest speaker. nize its significance, it is time for us to waken the giant lest we can awaken it.

14 The Pennsylva nia Freemason I May 1997 The Pennsylvania Freemason I May 1997 15 11//y Cfj/e,;~Mmer- c%e,; (fait! Treatise Chronicles Hardships Of FACTS ABOUT THE ARCH Embattled Valley Forge Troops The National Memorial Arch ... A year ago in March, when announcing the found nor is it known with certainty where • ... is approximately 60 feet high, 30 feet wide. plans to reconstruct the severly deteriorated the common burial place is located .... National Memorial Arch at Valley Forge, • . . . was constructed of 900 granite blocks, each The corning of the army to Valley Forge was R.W. Grand Master Edward 0. Weisser said, weighing more than a ton. so unexpected by the neighboring residents "Masonry has always been there to answer that they were taken utterly by surprise. • ... has an original roof constructed of solid granite the call. Certainly, Brother Washington and Within a short time a military town of prob­ stones. Deterioration of joints between the stones his troops did when they endured that bru­ ably one thousand huts of logs had arisen allowed water to infiltrate the structure, so a lead­ tal winter encampment in 1777 and 1778." and a large portion of the forest had already coated copper roof was installed over the granite in the early 1980's. What it was like and what the long-suffering been sacrificed in the work of building and troops endured in that encampment in for fires. • ... has two rooms inside the top of the Arch that are about 13 by 15 feet with unfinished, irregular con­ 1777 is vividly described in a treatise about The structures which sheltered the army Valley Forge that has been saved in a file crete floors and are accessible only through openings were built of logs and were fourteen by six­ about 3 by 3 feet. folder in The Masonic Library and Museum teen fee t in dimensions. Wooden chim­ of Pennsylvania. The treatise is not dated, neys, lined with clay, were built against the • ... has 835 bronze letters and numbers, mostly about though it appears to have been compiled rear sides. Twelve soldiers were housed in 8 feet high, on the text panels and interior archway. after 191 0 or 1911. The name of the per­ each hut. ... • ... has 160 bronze rosettes in the archway ceiling. son who compiled the facts is not included either; it merely concludes with hand-writ­ Long before the date of its migration from • ... has 90 bronze cornice caps. ten initials that appear to be "WJP." What Camp Hill to Valley Forge the commands follows are moving excerpts from that were very generally destitute of proper report. clothing, the uniforms and blankets being THE RESTORATION worn out with use. The resources of the During reconstruction, the Arch ... The National Memorial Arch at Valley country were inadequate to the problem, December 19. 1777. After an exhausting • ... is surrounded by scaffolding and covered with Forge has stood for more than 80 · march from White Marsh, via Gulph Mills, and as winter advanced, the soldiers by hundreds covered their semi-nakedness and tenting of heavy, translucent fiber-reinforced poly­ years as a tribute to Brother and The Restoration Project Washington s troops arrived upon the hills ethylene. General George Washington and his misery within their huts. In midwinter two During 1996-1997 the Freemasons of Pennsylvania will restore at Valley Forge. Four days tater nearly thousand men were without shoes, sentries • .. . has a temporary enclosure over the roof con­ beleaguered soldiers who, at this the Arch to its original grandeur at a cost of $1.5 million dollars. three thousand men of this force were stood guard with feet in their hats. structed of plywood on steel beams and is covered site, suffered the terrible hardships of sick or too nearly naked to do things. The underlying brick work will be reconstructed, structural steel with a rubber membrane roofing material. the historic w inter of 1777 . With Before many weeks had passed a large pro­ will be placed in the..existing attic area and the ornamentation portion of the army had succumbed to cold • ... has four exhaust fans installed on the roof of the renewed spirit, this same army General Washington brought to this refuge and hunger combined, and those of the suf­ temporary structure to circulate air within to aid the emerged to successfully engage the and lettering will be restored and enhanced. from his camps in the vicinity of White drying process. ferers who had not perished were distrib­ British army in Jtme of 1778. Marsh, a place twelve miles from the city, a uted in hospitals throughout the country to • ... had more than 7.5 tons of concrete poured into Be a Part of-History! fo rce of about 11,000 men. His army the north and west. the two rooms to level them in preparation for instal­ Today, the Arch, w hich is 60 feet You can be _a part of this great historical event! With ~ donation remained in its quarters upon these black lation of structural steel. high and 30 feet wide, stands in dis­ of only $5', your name will be inscribed in the GOLD BOOK which hills six months, and during that period suf­ On February 1, 3,989 men were unfit for • ... will have more than 9 tons of structural steel placed repair. It is closed to the public for will be placed in the time capsule on the day of the dedication. A fered hardship ... duty for want of clothes. Lieutenant John duplicate copy of the GOLD BOOK will be placed in the library in the two rooms to strengthen the structure and safety reasons. Marshall, afterward Chief Justice, wrote: and Museum at the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. When the soldiers of the Continental regi­ "Although the total of the army exceeds transfer the load of the structure onto the archway. ments moved away from Valley Forge upon 17,000 men, the present rank and file • ... has approximately 37 deteriorated or cracked the evacuation of Philadelphia by the amounts to only 5,012." ... granite blocks that are being cut or removed to be British, they left, either in unmarked graves To contribute to the restoration of the Arch, use this side. On the next day, John Laurens wrote: replaced by granite from the quarry that supplied or in the hospitals scattered through the the original stones. A 3 by 5-inch plate with a Please place the following names in the to be placed in the Time Capsule at the National eastern part of the State, between three and "The unfortunate soldiers were in want of square and compasses emblem and inscription, fo ur thousands of their comrades ... everything; they had neither coats, hats, "Restored by the Freemasons of Pennsylvania 1996- Memorial Arch at Valley Forge in support of the restoration of the Arch by the Freemasons of shirts nor shoes; their feet and legs froze till Pennsylvania. It is understood that these names will appear in the to be placed in the Nothing could perhaps more significantly 1997, Edward 0. Weisser, R.W. Grand Master," will they became black, and it was often neces­ be placed behind each new stone prior to setting. Library and Museum at the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. (Please send check in the emphasize the misery of the time than the sary to amputate them. From want of • ... will be cleaned by pressure-washing to remove enclosed envelope made payable to the Grand Lodge Charity Fund/ National Memorial Arch in the fact that no accurate or even approximate money they could neither obtain provisions atmospheric dirt and deposits after all of the bronze amount of $5 for each name to be included.) record of deaths at Valley Forge has been nor any means of transportation." ... has been cleaned and restored and all mortar joints Total enclosed: $ ______(Contributions are tax deductible) have been re-painted. PLAN TO BE PART OF HISTORY • ... will have a vault to be covered by a capstone for Name (Please print) "In Honor of"/"ln Memory of" Lodge # or Organization the deposit of a time capsule with many Masonic­ (if applicable) (if applicable) Dedication and laying of the capstone at the restored National Memorial Arch will take place in a public ceremony on Sunday, August 24, at 2 p.m., followed by a parade within the Valley Forge related articles as well as the names of individual National Park. Freemasons and their family members who con­ tribute at least $5 toward the Restoration Project. All Masons, their families, and their friends, will want to attend this historic commemoration.

16 The Pennsylvania Freemason / May 1997 Send Contributions to: Grand Lodge Charity Fund/National Memorial Arch Masonic Temple, One North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107-2598 Why the Freemasons of Pennsylvania are restoring the National Memorial Arch ] "Freemasons have always been there to answer the call," said R.W. Grand Master of Masons in Pennsylvania, Edward A 0. Weisser. "Certainly, Bmther Washington and his p embattled troops did when they end'U1·ed that b1·utal 1\ winter encampment in 1777 and 1778." "We, as R Freemasons, believe ou-r children and their children need tl to know that the men in 1777 cared about freedom. h They need to know that Freemasons in 1996 still care t about f reedom." v George Washington and Freemasonry t George Washington was a great Freemason. He served as 1 Master of his Masonic Lodge in Alexandria, Virginia at the \ f, same time he was President of the United States. c Freemasons are most proud of George Washington, whose t leadership, strength and courage gave his army the will to survive against terrible odds at Valley Forge and helped R. W: Gmncl Master Edward 0. Weisser give birth to our nation. offers the presentation add1·ess prior to the signing of the agreement for Pennsylvania Masons to 1·estore the National Memorial To Find Out More About Freemasonry A1·ch at Valley Fo1·ge. Freemasonry is "The World's Premier Men's Organization." Its singular purpose i "to make good n'len bette1: " It accepts only those believed to be of the A Day of Celebration! highest character. To inquire about how you my be con­ A great day of celebration is sched­ sidered for membership, calll-800-990-1935 or write to: uled for Stmday, August 24, 1997 when the dedication of the restored The Grand Lodge of F&AM of Pennsylvania Arch will take place. Plan ahead to One North Broad Street attend an old fashioned picnic w ith Philadelphia, PA 19107-2598 your family and also enjoy a parade, the dedication ceremonies and "It is my hope that eve1y Pennsylvania Freemason laying of the capstone. w ill support our restoration of the National Memorial Arch at Valley Forge - one of the most visible symbols of our nation's freedom." -Edward 0. Weisser R.W. Grand Master

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Send Contributions to: Grand Lodge Chari ty Fund/National Memorial Arch Masonic Temple, One North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107-2598 The National Memorial Arch at Valley Den Forge has stood for more than 80 marc years as a tribute to Brother and The Restoration Project Was/ General George Washington and his at V. beleaguered soldiers who, at this During 1996·1997 the Freemasons of Pennsylvania will restore threE site , suffered the terrible hardships of the Arch to its original grandeur at a cost of $1.5 million dollars. sick the historic winter of 1777. With The underlying brick work will be reconstructed, structural steel renewed spirit, this same army will be placed in the-existing attic area and the ornamentation Gener: emerged to successfully engage the and lettering will be restored and enhanced. from I British army in June of 1778. Marsh Be a Part of History! force Today, the Arch, which is 60 feet You can be a part of this great historical event! With a donation rem air high and 30 feet wide, stands in dis­ of only $5, your name will be inscribed in the GOLD BOOK which hills si repair. It is closed to the public for will be placed in the time capsule on the day of the dedication. A fered I safety reasons. duplicate copy of the GOLD BOOK will be placed in the Library and Museum at the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. When ments the e· British To contribute to tlze restoration of the Arch, use this side. or in easter! Please place the following names in the to be placed in the Time Capsule at the National four th Memorial Arch at Valley Forge in support of the restoration of the Arch by the Freemasons of Pennsylvania. It is understood that these names w ill appear in the to be placed in the Nothir Library and Museum at the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. (Please send check in the emph< fact th enclo eel envelope made payable to the Grand Lodge Charity Fund/National Memorial Arch in the record amount of $5 for each name to be included .) Total enclosed: $ (Contributions are tax deductible) Name (Plea e print) '· Jn Honor ofi in Memory of" Lodge # or Organization (if applicable) ( if applicable) Dedi apul Nati< ------All f..

Send Contributions to : Grand Lodge Charity Fund ational Memorial Arch 16 Ma ortic Temple, One 1 orth Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19 107-2598 Brethren and Friends: Masonic Hontes Charity, the treasured wood-carved statue by Benjamin Rush that stands in our Grand Lodge, portrays a mother embracing her child. Her expression The Masonic Homes serves the Fraternity, our family members, our tells us that she is filled with love for the gift of life and radiates a compassion youth, and the community through a continuum of quality care services that says she is dedicated to caring for that gift through all of her days. A like­ encompassed in our "Mission of Love." During 1996, the Masonic Homes ness of that statue is predominant on the Grand Master's medallion as a tribute has continued to grow and modernize its entire facility, expand the ser­ to mothers and as a reminder of our concern for the care of humankind. vices, and reach out to those in need of our care. The first tenet of Freemasonry is "Charity." We are able to accept that chal­ Phase 4 of the Masonic Health Care Center Construction Project was lenge and can address many of the human needs to a great extent because completed for occupancy early in 1996. With the opening of this new West the philanthropy afforded the Masonic Charities of the Grand Lodge of Wing (Roosevelt Building), we now have a new main entrance to the Pennsylvania. Masonic Health Care Center with a beautiful lobby, gift shop, library and meditation chapel. This new building also provides a therapy pool for Again, this 1996 Annual Report is more than words and figures. It reflects group swims, aquatic exercise programs, and individual physical therapy challenges met and progress made in helping and serving others in society's sessions for residents. Therapeutic recreation rooms, including new arts changing environment as we approach the 21st century. It is a measure of the Bro. Richard Spieth prepares to descend and crafts room and ceramics room, are designed to add to the program­ into the Therapy Pool as Sonya Salsgiver, efficiency and the effectiveness of the dedicated stewardship prevalent ming capabilities in the Masonic Health Care Center. The new Assembly Occupational Therapist, supervises. throughout our charitable endeavors. Room provides us with the opportunity to do large group programming for The Masonic Homes in 1996 climaxed a well-designed building program that religious, secular, musical activities as well as theatrical productions and has spanned seven years when most of the additions and renovations were seminars. An outside courtyard is designed to be used as an amphitheater completed and the Health Care Center was occupied. Construction of more for resident programming in the warmer weather. All of these additions are independent living units was begun, and the Masonic Homes reached out far­ designed to accommodate residents using wheelchairs or other assistive ther into the community with its mission of caring. We remain justifiably devices. proud of our Masonic Homes as a very fine health care facility, an active retirement community, and the provider of outreach assistance to individuals Parts of Phase 5 of the construction project were also completed, includ­ and families. At the same time, the Masonic Homes Children's Home is car­ ing Ben Franklin Ground and First Floors. In November, the Ground Floor ing for a nearly-full complement of youth who are situated comfortably in became the new home of the Adult Daily Living Center, which offers adult family-style, home-like cottages on the campus. day care services to individuals with physical and/or cognitive impair­ ments. Our center provides residents and individuals from the community Freemasonry has continued to manifest its high concern for the welfare and with goal-oriented programs and services during the day that will allow development of youth through the activities of the Pennsylvania Youth them to live at home with their families instead of entering a nursing facil­ Foundation and The Pennsylvania Masonic Foundation for the Prevention of ity. This new location in the Masonic Health Care Center will accommodate Drug and Alcohol Abuse Among Children. The Youth Foundation offers lead­ a total of 41 clients, and allows easy access to all of our ancillary clinics ership and guidance, scholarships, activities, and facilities for Masonically without leaving the building. Our Adult Daily Living Center fits perfectly related youth organizations. The Drug and Alcohol Foundation makes possi­ Donna Updegraff, L.P.N., and Irene Dietz, with the future model of health care as it moves toward providing long term resident, Lafayette Unit, hold a baby chick. ble training programs for teachers, counselors, and law enforcement person­ care services that will allow people to live at home. nel throughout Pennsylvania to interface and interact with youngsters in drug and alcohol abuse prevention programs. On Ben Franklin First Floor, the Lafayette Special Care Unit provides The Masonic Library and Museum of Pennsylvania has expanded, providing care and treatment for as many as 69 residents living their lives with a new research and reading room and opening a unique gift shop. The mag­ dementia. The unit is split into two separated resident care units, Lafayette nificent Grand Lodge facility where the culture and heritage of the Fraternity, East, and Lafayette West, so the staff can provide the appropriate level of our nation, and our society are preserved, is world-renowned for its out­ care required for residents who are at a higher or lower level of function­ standing historical art collections and research capabilities. ing. These units provide programming in an e nvironment specifically designed for d ementia care. Outdoor courtyards, designed to enhance And, the Masonic Charities Fund of the Grand Lodge continues to help peo­ the rapeutic recreation and nostalgic memories, allow residents to wander ple and communities, supporting especially worthy programs for education, freely, yet remain in a safe and secure environment. Separate pantries on treatment, personal relief, and disaster relief. each unit provide a kitchen setting where residents may cook and bake. Your generous support is appreciated. You can always make a tax-deductible Each resident room has a nostalgia cabinet outside the door, where resi­ contribution anytime directly to one of the Masonic Charities. Simply desig­ dents and their family members may place items to remind the resident of nate one of the Masonic Charities to receive your gift. some thing from his or her past. Charity is caring. Thank you for being a part of it. The Transitional Unit, which has been in operation since February 1996, was moved from the Roosevelt Building to the second floor of the Ben Sincerely and fraternally, Franklin Building, and its name was changed to the "Renaissance Unit," to better reflect the unit's emphasis on rehabilitation and recovery. The 51- bed Renaissance Unit is designed with capabilities to perform subacute Bro. Lou Prod anovic and Allison Drey, care, offering comprehensive medical, rehabilitation, and consultation pro­ R.N. Supervisor, in the Roosevelt Unit grams and services to meet the needs of each patient. This level of care is Dining Room. Edward 0 . Weisser designed for individuals who have had an acute illness, injury, or is in the R.W Grand Master Masonic Charities 1996 Annual Report Masonic Charities 1996 Annual Report 2 Masonic Bo:m.es (continued) Masonic Bo:m.es 3

exacerbation stage of a disease process. Immediately after, or Condensed Statements of Unrestricted Activities for the instead of, acute hospitalization, individuals can receive active, com­ 1996 plex medical treatments through subacute care until stabilization years ended December 31 , 1996 and 1995. occurs. Rehabilitation services for patients with orthopedic prob­ lems and for p atients recovering from strokes, surgery or decondi­ Operating Revenues 5~ ~~~ tioning are provided. The unit has the capacity to administer cardiac (Dollars in Thousands) \J% rehabilitation including telemetry monitoring and patient educa­ tion, respiratory care services, IV therapy, nutrition, pain manage­ Investment Income ment, and care and monitoring of residents receiving dialysis treat­ ments. All Masons in good standing and their eligible family mem­ bers are eligible for admission to the Renaissance Unit. This new Mr. Raymond Westling, program participant Operating revenues service was established to meet the health care needs of the chang­ $36,768 $30,921 and Susan Fagley, Director of Masonic Homes' Adult Daily Living Center, work ing times, as individuals are being discharged earlier from hospitals together on a jigsaw puzzle. and often require specialized, skilled care b e fore they can return home or to their most independent living situation possible. Operating expenses

Throughout 1996, the Outreach Program continued to provide Loss incurred in the information and referral services to those in need of help. Outreach has developed protocols for response for requests for home assis­ fulfillment of our charitable mission (10,878) (13,177) Comntittee on Masonic Homes tance programs. The Outreach Director visited lodges in every 1995 Masonic Region and attended various Masonic functions to offer This loss was covered by the Edward 0. Weisser, Chairman information on the Outreach Program and the Masonic Homes in following support from the Operating Revenues R. W Grand Master general. The Caregiver Support Group, organized through the 60 % Langhorne Outreach Program, continues to meet regularly at the Masonic Members and friends of Homes to provide support to residents and individuals from sur­ the Fraternity: James L. Ernette R. W Deputy Grand Master rounding communities. An affiliation with the Alliance of Investment Income Greensburg Information and Referral Specialists has resulted in increased access to service providers nationwide, and has increased aware­ Gifts and Bequests 6,095 5,037 Robert L. Dluge, Jr. ness of our program. Investme nt income earne d on R. W Senior Grand Warden accumulated past support Elysburg The Children's Home expanded its capacity from 32 to 40 youth Marvin A. Cunningham, Sr. when the Harrison Cottage opene d in January 1996. With this R. W Junior Grand Warden expansion, the program now consists of five cottages, each with a Revenues and support Collegeville capacity for eight youths. Our population increased from 27 in in excess of expenses $18.564 Marvin G. Speicher January 1996 to 36 by the end of the year. Our youth continue to par­ R. W. Grand Treasurer ticipate in a wide range of activities, including part-time employ­ Robesonia ment, volunteering and community service, school activities, music lessons, sports, church services, recreational trips, and vacations. ThornasW.Jackson The Masonic Homes-Patton School Alumni Association continues to R. W. Grand Secretary provide support to our program through scholarships to our gradu­ Audubon The operating expenses of the Masonic Homes have ates attending college, various purchases for our recreation pro­ Carl R. Flohr gram, and social activities with thE. youth. historically exceeded our operating revenues. Through Chambersburg the generosity of Freemasons and frie nds of the Fraternity, The Masonic Homes' Indepe ndent Living Program has continued contributions and bequests enable us to cover this deficit. Butler to expand throughout 1996. The opening of the Louis and Charles Eisenlohr Buildings as apartments offe rs an additional 25 units The bequests which have been generously donated to the Norman A . Fox under a rental plan on the Masonic Homes' campus. The Charles Masonic Homes have b een investe d and the investment Merion Station Eisenlohr Building also provides accommodations for the Eisenlohr income earned on these funds allows us to continue and Commons Dining Room. The Smith Sr. and Smith Jr. Buildings are Dean E . Vaughn expand our "mission of love." Any excess of revenues ove r Hershey under construction, and are expected to be open for occupancy under the rental plan by the e nd of 1997. expenses (after these nonoperating revenues are applied) D. William Roberts are reinvested so we can continue to meet the Frate rnity's Pittsburgh Phase I of the independent living cottage construction project, which consists of 36 units, began in August 1996 with anticipated needs via capital improvements and expanded services to Robert L. Engel Kittanning completion scheduled for summer 1997. The remaining cottages in our residents. Phase II and Phase III, consisting of 36 and 28 cottages respectively, Guy T. Matthews will b e constructe d in accordance with demand shown by me mbers Langhorne of the Fraternity and their eligible family members.

Masonic Charities 1996 Annual Report Masonic Charities 1996 Annual Report 4 Volunteer Services at the Masonic Homes The Pennsylvania Masonic Foundation for the 5 How easy it is to get caught up in today's fast-paced, technological world, Prevention of Drug and Alcohol Abuse Among Children sometimes missing the very simple pleasures and purpose of life. People who share moments with others who need them, find genuine happiness in In 1996, The Pennsylvania Masonic Foundation for the Prevention of Drug and Alcohol caring, in giving love to others, in volunteering. Abuse Among Children carried forth its mission to reduce drug and alcohol abuse among youth through education, intervention, and counseling. Hundreds of volunteers, both residents of Masonic Homes and of neigh­ boring towns, explored the wonder of volunteering in 1996 at Masonic Pennsylvania has a successful Student Assistance Program thanks to Masons. With the Board of Directors Homes. In the Independent Living Community, 150 residents volunteered Foundation's support of the Department of Education's training, there are Student more than 6,000 hours providing services and assistance to directly benefit Assistance Teams in every senior and junior high school in the Commonwealth. During James L. Ernette, President their community. In the Congregate Living Area, 150 residents volunteered the 1995-96 school term, teams met with 59,193 students; provided 46,090 in-school ser­ R.W Deputy Grand Master nearly 50,000 hours of service in staffing various areas and proving the adage vices and 32,337 out-of-school services. There were 7,615 students who needed treat­ Greensburg ment. The good news is that 73 percent of those referred experienced no subsequent vio­ "It's not how many years you have lived, but rather how you live your years!" Eugene D. Lucas In the Masonic Health Care Center, more than 300 volunteers provided 20,000 lations. Dunmore hours benefiting residents in their daily living activities. During the summer, Three Carl W. Stenberg Scholarships of $1,000 each per year for four years were 45 teenagers, 13 years and older, unselfishly volunteered 2,200 hours in the awarded to students who were recommended by their Student Assistance Teams after Walter C. Daniels Masonic Health Care Center, providing energy, enthusiasm, and lots of extra they successfully completed a counseling program and turned their lives around. Mechanicsburg "TLC" to our residents. Many other Masonic affiliated groups also gave their Fourteen Stenberg Scholarships have been awarded since 1993. Larry R. Emigh time and compassion to residents in the Masonic Health Care Center assist­ In continued support of D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education), the Foundation Boalsburg ing at programs, church service, and activities. supplied the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency with the use of the James J. Campanile Volunteers, you are needed and appreciated; thank you! Masonic Conference Center where law enforcement officers from across the state train to Philadelphia teach 5th and 6th graders to say "no" and combat peer pressures. In 1996, 84 more offi­ cers were trained, making a total of 214 to date. Stanley A. Kolmetzky The Pennsylvania Youth Foundation The Foundation gave support to the National Foundation for Children; supported treat­ Huntington Valley ment and rehabilitation at Adedlphoi Village; was active in memberships in the Jeffrey S. Greene The Pennsylvania Youth Foundation provides programs for the Masonic­ Philadelphia Prevention Partnership and P.R.I.D.E. (Parents Resource Institute for Drug Philadelphia related youth organizations at the Masonic Conference Center in Education); participated in law enforcement, community leaders, and educators confer­ Elizabethtown on the campus of the former Thomas Ranken Patton Masonic ences; and spoke to youth groups. Andrew M. Pecuch Langhorne Institution for Boys. These programs provide opportunities for self-improve­ The important work of the Foundation would not be possible without your help. Thank ment in their mental, spiritual, religious, and physical development through you for your support and we ask that you remember the Foundation through your Masonic Joseph W. Witte, Secretary programs in athletics, sportsmanship, citizenship, morality, public speaking, Charities contributions. Philadelphia and the arts. The programs of the Masonic-related youth organizations provide excel­ lent activities which meet the purpose of the Pennsylvania Youth Foundation, The Masonic Library and Museum of Pennsylvania and thus it is primarily concerned Wlth promoting the Order of the Rainbow The Library's move in January into expanded quarters made it possible to bring many for Girls, the Order of Job's Daughters and the Order of DeMolay for young books from the stacks, making them accessible to our users and gaining room for collec­ men. tion growth. For the second consecutive year, the Order of DeMolay and the Order of The Satellite Libraries are in operation. Board of Directors Board of Directors Job's Daughters grew in membership. This is a significant turn-around from Additions of greatest interest were Robert Burns, the Freemason by the Grand Lodge of the trends of the previous decade. The growth of the youth groups is of vital Elvin G. Warfel, Chairman Robert L. Engel, Chairman Scotland; Founding Father: Rediscovery of George Washington by Robert Brookhiser, Jr.; importance to the extension of Masonic principles to all young people. Chalfont Kittanning Revolutionary Brotherhood by Steven C. Bullock; and Ancient and Accepted: a Chronicle of Establishing new Rainbow, DeMolay, and Job's Daughters groups is the the Proceeding 1845-1945 of the Supreme Council established in England in 1845, by John Arthur J. Kurtz Samuel C. Williamson best way for Lodges to get involved in the work of the Foundation. By spon­ Mandleberg. R. W Past Grand Maste r R. W Past Grand Master soring a Masonic youth group, a Lodge can make a significant impact on the Harrisburg Pitcairn 170 volumes ofrecords of inactive Lodges, ranging from 1823-1982 were added to the lives of teenagers who are developing their moral character. As many of the Archives. Likenesses of 235 Masons have been rehoused and 85 photos of Signers of the John K. Young William C. McCracken youth group members are not directly related to Freemasons, the extension Declaration of Independence and the Constitution have been catalogued. R. W Past Grand Maste r Munhall of fraternal ideals to the families of these young people is a natural benefit of Lansdale this work. Parents are encouraged to participate in the programs, attend The Museum has added one of the John Wanamaker brass signature signs from the C. DeForrest Trexler meetings, view the rituals, and serve as adult leaders alongside the Masons flagship store at 13th and Market Streets, Philadelphia. Also added were 90 other objects Joseph F. Acton Macungie who sponsor the groups. including the "Banking on You Brother" Masonic Temple bank. New Eagle Larry G. Newhard Lodges are encouraged to invite one or more of the Masonic youth groups Paintings, from Archives storage, have been refurbished under the Committee on Theodore K. Warner, Jr. Northampton to present a program at a Stated Meeting, and to view, first-hand, the high cal­ Temple and hung. Exhibits commemorating the 200th anniversary of Robert Burns' death Newtown Square and a new permanent one on Washington were mounted. Glen R. Grell iber youth who are attracted to the programs. Lodges and all Masons are 21 ,176 people toured the Masonic Temple in 1996; June was the busiest month with John W. Loose Mechanicsburg encouraged to support the youth with their contributions of time, money, and Lancaster personal talents. 2,375 people. Kim W. Jeffreys As the saying goes, "ONE HUNDRED YEARS FROM NOW it will not matter The Masonic Library and Museum hosted the winter meeting of The Museum Council John W. Postlewait West Springfield Mayport what my bank account was, what sort of house I lived in, or the kind of car I of Philadelphia. Thomas R. Labagh, Secretary drove. But, the world may be different, because I was important in the life of The Annual Meeting of the Friends of The Masonic Library and Museum was held on Glenys A. Waldman, Secretary Elizabethtown a youth." Octob er 16. Haverford

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$100.00 - $249.99 Paul S. Balas Sidney F. Blasiole A. james Bryden jacob L. Cohen $100.00- $249.99 George E. Elliott Raymond L. Fonner Richard H. Gess George E. Haar 47th, 48th and 55th Districts Howard R. Baldwin, Jr. Eric B. Blew Daniel j. Bryson Seymour B. Cohen Edward Decker Harry L. Elliott Margaret Ford Quentin A. Gettel William C. Haas 53rd Masonic District School Hiram F. Ball james E. Blewitt Charles L. Bubb F. Richard Cohick Max Degyansky Norig Ellison Robert C. Forney Dean M. Getterny john A. Habel, Jr. of Instruction R. jeffrey Balla Richard N. Blodgett Roger L. Buck Harry L. Cokain Richard R. Deibler Robert T. Emery Paul E. Forry, jr. Larry B. Gettle Michael j. Hackenberger james C. Abbott Herbert T. Ballard, Jr. james H. Blomquist, Sr. Raymond R. Buckwalter Ira B. Coldren, Jr. William N. Deisher Rory M. Emery Herbert C. Fosnocht james C. Getz Harry E. Hackman Charles E. Abel George j. Balsley Austin G. Blubaugh Carl A. Bufflap, jr. Edith F. Cole Glenn H. Deiter Stanley L. Emery, Jr. William J. Foultz Richard L. Getz, Sr. William A. Haeberle William H. Abel, Jr. Roger J. Bambach Robert S. Blum George F. Burditt Horace R. Coleman Delaware Valley Transplant Eugene F. Emmanuel Theodore W. Foust James A. Gibbons Charles H. Hafer Edward Abplanalp Charles R. Bambarger john R. Bobb Robert B. Burleigh Robert C. Coleman Program Richard C. Ernrey Charles H. Foutz Alfred S. Gibbs Joseph j. Hagan, Sr. William Acker, Jr. Kenneth G. Bangs Lois G.Bobb Albert L. Burnside Donald F. Cole s, Sr. Otis E. Dellinger Howard J. Endean H. Seymour Fowler Charles W. Gibson Michael J. Hagarty Ronald F. Acton William R. Banks joseph C. Bodnar Leon E. Burrell James A. Collier Harry W. Derny Robert C. Enders Reuben B. Fox Edward J. Giebel Charles E. Hagen Harry L. Adam Donald F. Barber Charles A. Boesch Mark A. Burrowbridge Paul L. Colmer Cecil J. Denney Harold G. Engle, Jr. Steven J. Fox Walter L. Giebler Charles H. Hagy, Jr. Arthur H. Adams Daniel G. Bardarik Irwin F. Boeshore Douglas G. Burt Carl A. Colteryahn, Jr. Andrew j. Dennis Wayne R. English, Sr. David A. Frailey George E. T. Gilbert Howard M. Haines, Jr. Frank M. Adams Glenn E. Barefoot Donald A. Boettger Charles E. Burtoft Wendell C. Combs Craig S. Dennis Joseph G. Enos , Jr. Lewis R. Frame Richard C. Gilbert Gabriel Hakvaag Ross Adams Arlan D. Barkman james N. Bogden James C. Bush Commission on Crime and Franklin W. Derbyshire Elmer W. Entenrnann Andre Franchino Robert H. Gilkeson Robert F. Haldeman Vernon G. Adams Harry S. Barndt Gary M. Bogert john E. Bush Delinquency George W. Derk Amos T. Eppihimer Charles S. Francis james C. Gillan Albert D. Hall Thomas H. Adcock Ronald Barnes Albert F. Bohlin Elwood G. Buss Barry B. Conine Louis j. Desiato Norman S. Eppley john D. Francis james D. Gilliland Francis A. Hall Addison-Wesley Publishing Willis C. Barnes, Jr. Theodore F. Bohn Geraldine Buss Richard). Conner john R. Detthof Dennis J. Erb Charles C. Frank Robert C. Gi11iland George R. Hall Company, Inc. Frederick A. Barnhart Walter F. Bohn, II William R. Butcher Robert E. Conrad, Jr. T Philip A. Detweiler, Jr. John E. Errnlich, Sr. Minerva H. Frank Gilroy and Lillian Roberts Henry E. Haller, Jr. Carl W. Ahrendts Stephen C. Barrett john D. Bohr, Jr. Frank R. Butler Walter E. Conrad, Sr. Richard H. Detwiler Richard B. Ernest Charles E. Frankenberry, Jr. Charitable Foundation Kenneth A. Haller Lawrence D. Aigeldinger john M. Bartholomew Arthur S. Boldt Richard L. Butts William B. Conrad Charles R. Deussing james L. Ernette Ellsworth Frankenfield George E. Ginther Norman A. Halpern Fred A. Aiken, jr. james 0. Bartlett, Jr. Robert W. Boltz William L. Byecroft David W. Conway, Sr. Richard V. Devore Frank H. Ervin Dean H. Frantz Richard W. Gipson Jack S. Hamby Ray L. Albanese Frank W. Bartlow, Jr. Errol Q. Bond, Sr. Harold G. Byer Lloyd M. Conway Duane R. DeWitt james N. Esbenshade john F. Fravel Harold A. Gitorner Gerald E. Hamilton Charles 0. Albrecht Alexander R. Barto W. Richard Bond Donald F. Byers Robert F. Conway Dominick). Dibella Betty L. Eslinger William S. Frazier William H. Glas, Jr. Emmett M. Hammond David E. Albrecht Steven R. Bartolac, Jr. Lloyd A. Border Francis L. Byers David C. Cooper A. Kenneth Dick Thomas Esper Victor M. Frederick, III james 0. Gleason W. Earl Hammond john Henry Albright Norman C. Barton, Jr. james A. Bortner William P. Caine, Jr. Quentin H. Cooper Drew Diedrich Everett E. Evans William A. Free, Jr. Harry L. Glisan Quentin T. Hamory Harvey M. Alderfer James D. Barty, Jr. George W. Bosold Robert W. Caldwell David B. Coover RayR. Diehl I. Newtown Evans, Jr. David W. Freudig William M. Glose, III james M. Haney K. Dale G. Alderfer Anne B. Bashore Edward C. Bossart Norman M. Callahan Harry S. Cor! Edgar W. Dietrich, Jr. john H. Evans john L. Friant Albert D. Glover Charle s M. Hangsterfer Murrey M. Alderfer Richard L. Bastian Robert C. Boswell jack F. Callender William S. Corlett Frederick). Dietrich, Jr. Lloyd 0 . Evans Horner N. Frick Ed Glover john E. Hankinson Victor F. Alibert Florence C. Bates joseph H. Bower, Jr. Robert L. Calvin joseph J. Cornett Charles C. Dietz William L. Evans Paul W. Frick Norman E. Glueck Edgar C. Hanks Harry W. Allen Robert Batto Lee E. Bowman Charles H. Cameron Richard M. Cornish, Jr. joseph F. Dildine Earl W. Everett Wesley F. Frick Glenn H. Gluntz H. Vernon Hannum Howard). Allen Duane D. Bauer Robert K. Bowman Bruce A. Campbell David F. Corson Robert L.Dill Charles M. Eves Andrew E. Friedrich Edward S. Gobbel Robert D. Hanson Paul E. Allen Raymond G. Bauer Harry E. Boyd Campbell Bus Lines Henry C. Corson Robert E. Dillon Allen N. Ewing Robert E. Friedrich H. Karl Godshall Charles E. Harbaugh William F. Allen john H. Baugher Clair W. Boyer Carl W. Campbell Harry W. Coslett Dennis J. Dirnmack Theopholis G. Ewing Raymond A. Friend Charlotte M. Goerlich Henry C. Harbster William L. Allen john F. Baum George E. Boyer Charles R. Campbell G. Malcolm Cottington Donald E. Dinning Blaine F. Fabian Charles S. Fries Daniel C. Gohn Harold A. Hardy, Jr. Richard W. Allgood R. Edward Baumgardner Lewis G. Boyer Dean ). Campbell Morrison Coulter Bruce H. Dinsmore Elwood D. Faddis Donald E. Fries Martin Goldhaber Max C. Harman Alfred K. Althouse, Jr. Martin H. Bayer Robert). Boyer Glenn W. Campbell Thomas Courduff john M. Dinwiddie john A. Fager jack R. Fries Robert K. Gonder Robert M. Harman Chester E. Althouse William D. Beach Robert A. Boyle, Jr. H. Benjamin Campbell Rexford F. Cox Richard H. Disque, Ill William M. Fahnestock Robert W. Fries jerry C. Gongaware Kenneth R. Harms Richard L. Althouse John F. Beard William Brackbill Mary E. Campbell Robert A. Cox john W. Ditter, Jr. Blaine E. Fahringer Milton Fritsche Charles S. Good William Harms Robert M. Alwine William G. Beattie William C. Bradstreet Robert C. Campbell Robert W. Cox George Dixey George F. Fair Frederick J. Fritz Richard H. Good Harry R. Harpster Sara G. Alwine john I. Beauchamp, Sr. H. William Brady Steven E. Campbell, Sr. David L. Coyle Brian R. Dobslaw John D. Fair Robert L. Fritz Rodney A. Good Maynard L. Harring joseph S. Anastasi Edgar S. Beaver Quentin E. Bragdon Thomas R. Campbell Robert M. Coyle DOC Training Academy, joseph E. Fair john C. Fritzius, Jr. S. William Good William R. Harris Donald R. Anderson Verdeen K. Beaver Robert H. Brain Thomas N. Campbell Morris L. Crafton Class 507B William). Faith, Sr. Clyde E. Fry Robert S. Goodwin Donald E. Harrison Paul G. Anderson Roger D. Beck Allen G. Braithwaite, Jr. Leo C. Cannon Owen). Craig Wilson K. Dodd Wilhelmina R. Fancourt Francis H. Fry Merle T. Gotjen Robert A. Harrison S. T. Anderson William C. Beck Richard E. Brandt Raymond Cardona Blair Craine Torrence W. Doh! joseph A. Farr jere B. Fuhrman William F. Gottschalk, Jr. William A. Harrison Vernon R. Anderson William R. Beck Paul F. Braun William L. Carey Clifford L. Cramer Frederick J. Doll Lawrence R. Farrington Paul F. Fulk William B. Grace Delroy j. Hart A. Warren Angstadt Donald T. Beecher R. Ivan Braund, Sr. Charles L. Carl, jr. Elizabeth Cramer Theodore S. Dornansky Willis B. Fast john E. Fullerton, Jr. George E. Graefe, Jr. Harold C. Hart Andrew T. Ansell Kenneth W. Beels Edward W. Brautigam, Sr. William). Carlin Spencer C. Cramer Harold E. Doney Edwin W. Fasy Albert J. Funke, Jr. Norwood C. Graeff Harry S. Hart, jr. Roland C. Anstine Thelma A. Beidler Howard W. Breaw Ryle B. Carnes William A. Crane Bernadine Dorman Arthur R. Fausnacht john R. Funt Edward C. Graf,jr. Byron R. Hartenstine Christine Anthony George N. Beiswinger Edward W. Brecht Dorothy R. Carpenter Crescent Iron Works Albert Dove Benjamin G. Fay john M. Furman joseph A. Graff Lamar G. Hartline Nelson H. Anthony Robert J. Beitel, Jr. Robert D. Brehm Samuel H. Carpenter James L. Creveling John F. Doyle Frederick G. Fechter David A. Gable Millard E. Graffius james F. Hartman Arco Chemical Company Donald L. Belden Paul R. Breitenstein joseph E. Carr James A. Crossrnore Paul H. Dracup Frederick j. Fedak Richard W. Gable, Jr. Grand Chapter of Pennsylvania Mathias S. Hartman Robert F. Arehart John E. Belle james R. Brelsford John R. Carroll, jr. Robert E. Crouse Arthur 0. Drake Stephen J. Feerrar Betty Marie Gaich Grand Cornmandery of Knights Thomas W. Hartman Francis W. Armitage James B. Belton Thurman R. Brendlinger Walter ). Carroll Robert W. Crowe Carl V. Dreisbach , jr. Paul j. Feeser Kenneth R. Gall Ternplar of Pennsylvania Warren V. Hartz, Jr. Clarence E. Armstrong, Jr. Ray F. Benn Ronald E. Brenneman William F. Carson Duane E. Crumrine Marvin B. Drendall james E. Fegley Alan W. Gallagher Lloyd G. Grander Edgar T. Harvey, Jr. Curtiss S. Armstrong Barry D. Bennett, Sr. Charles G. Bressler Benjamin P. Carter Sarah A. Cullen Dennis F. Drenning Robert E. Felsburg, Jr. Thomas Garnon, IV Graniteville Comp any Herbert Harvey Robert A. Armstrong Ronald G. Bennett Robert E. Breuninger William W. Carville james W. Culver Charles S. Drescher Margaret M. Felton William K. Gano,jr. Chester E. Grannas Mahlon A. Harvey Carroll S. Arnold Willis K. Bennett Richard W. Briggs William R. Case john C. Cummings Clifford A. Drescher Harry D. Ferguson Alfredo J. Garcia George H. Gray, Jr. Norman F. Hassler Daryl F. Arnold Ralph E. Bentrirn Horner S. Bright Francis N. Cash Arthur R. Cummins Charles A. Dresden Otto H. Ferrari David B. Gardner john C. Gray Brian F. Hathaway Herbert M. Arnold Frank Berezansky Randall D. Bright Gilson G. Cash Marvin A. Cunningham, Sr. George H. Dull Blaine D. Ferrell John K. Gardner Richard H. Greaves Henry Hauptfuhrer, III Norman R. Arthurs Rayfield R. Berger Vernon R. Bright Luther W. Cashdollar james L. Curtis Harold S. Duncan Earl D. Ferrington Joseph Gardy Donald R. Green Frank W. Haven Arthur G. Ash, Ill Allen H. Berkman Raymond E. Brinard John M. Cassel Kenneth Curtiss Barry L. Duncker Robert E. Ferry Edgar W. Garvin, jr. George I. Green Norman Hawn Harvey N. Ash Charles M. Berman Wilbert L. Brinton Gerard W. Catina James M. Custer William A. Dungan Donald E. Fetter, II Harold Gaskill David B. Greenberg John A. Haworth Charles M. Ashman joseph j. Bernat Michael j. Brister James P. Cattron, Sr. Raymond A. Cutshall Ned R. Dunkin Dwight F. Fetter JohnW. Gass Howard L. Greenberger Alfre d E. Hawthorne Charles A. Astfalk Carl H. Berringer Mary Brockman Walter). Cavanaugh joseph E. Daily Rose Dunlap Lewis M. Fetterman William E. Gass Howard B. Greenspan Robert Hayer Walter G. Astle Edwin H. Berry, II Austin C. Brown, Jr. David A. Cawthern john B. Dale William A. Dunn Edward M. Fick Howard). Gathers Harold D. Greenwell Harry W. Hayes Samuel j. Astorino, Jr. james M. Berry, Sr. Carlton K. Brown Donald W. Chalfant Stewart W. Damon, II Duquesne Cornmandery 72 KT Amanda H. Fidler Warren D. Gauger Adam H. Greer Richard H. Hays William G. Atherholt John V. Berry Charles B. Brown George Chalpka Bradley H. Daniels james I. Dutter J. James Fillingham Davidj. Gay Charles F. Greevy Charle s R. Hazelwood, Jr. W. James Atkins William C. Bert Charles W. Brown Robert D. Chambers Benjamin S. Danner Edward C. Dvorak C. Rodney Fink Ernest J. Gazda, Jr. Randolph A. Gregory Howard L. Headland George D. Auch Roy D. Bertolet Franklin R. Brown David M. Champe Marlin A. Darr Robert W. Dysart Donald R. Fink Richard B. Gealy Ronald F. Gregory john A. Heaton Clarence C. Aungst Ralph H. Besecker Frederick W. Brown H. Raymond Chandler Khurshed j. Dastur Edgar L. Dyson Eugene F. Fink Kenneth R. Geary Charles E. Greiner Otto H. Heck Ronald A. Aungst, Sr. john W. Beshore Henry B. Brown, Jr. Eugene W. Charles William C. Davenport G. Calvin Dyson, Jr. James R. Finnegan Irvine L. Geer GlenR.Grell Quintin I. Heckert C. William Autro Errol T. Betzenberger john Ramsay Brown William M. Charley Robert W. Davies Mary E. Eagan Larry K. Finnicum, Sr. Harvey W. Gehr Donnie M. Grey Gerard E. Heffernan Kenneth A. Ayers Clair H. Bickelrnan Melvyn W. Brown Robert E. Chilcoat Edward H. Davis James L. Eakin joseph F. Fiordaliso Charles H. Gehring, Jr. Lewis). Griffiths William M. Heffley Rose B. Ayers Richard B. Biddle, Jr. Nelson M. Brown Robert W. Chilton Harry S. Davis, II Albert H. Eayre, Jr. Charles E. Firestone Dennis M. Gehry Thomas L. Groeber Glenn A. Heffner Anthony R. Azzato William Biega Ralph C. Brown Marios Chios, Jr. Jay E. Davis .. R. Brandt Ebersole Bruce Fischer Charles L. Geiger Elmer A. Groene, Jr. Samuel J. Heffner Charles T. Babbitt james A. Bilger, Sr. Robert E. Brown Alfred K. Christman, Jr. John N. Davis Norman C. Eckard Byron B. Fishel Donald R. Geiger Walter A. Groom, Jr. John B. Heilman Raymond E. Bacher Stanley L. Bingham Robert F. Brown Willis R. Christman Legrorne D. Davis Nelson L. Eckelbarger Robert E. Fishel George E. Geiger John W. Gross, Jr. Conrad L. Heimbach Dorothy M. Bachert john H. Bingler Roger J. Brown Gerald M. Christopher Lori H. Davis Richard H. Eckhart Fisher Body Masonic Key Club George F. Geiges NeiiW. Gross William M. Heinlein Donald 0. Bachman john W. Birney Ronald E. Brown George L. Church, Jr. Philip W. Davis Alexander F. Eckman Carl L. Fisher Kenneth H. Geiselhart William F. Gross Robert G. Heisey Ellis R. Bachman John A. Bish Thomas H. Brown Lewis D. Ciotti Ralph W. Davis William S. Eckroat Charles). Fisher Genuardi Family Market Bruce I. Grove Edgar 0. Heiskell Lanny R. Bachman, Sr. Harold P. Bitler, Sr. Very! E. Brown john D. Clark, Jr. Robert R. Davis Byron L. Eddinger Donald B. Fisher Employees Christopher M. Grow Stephen S. Heitz Mark D. Backenstoe Reynold S. Bittle, Sr. William E. Brown Murl E. Clark WesDavis Daniel R. Eddleston Harry L. Fisher, Jr. Franklin K. George Merle B. Growden Louis Helm Donald F. Backes Clarence E. Bivens Thomas M. Brownback Robert D. Clark, Sr. William L. Davis, Sr. David B. Edlernan Joseph M. Fisher Louis R. George Amos B. Gruber Elizabeth J. Helms Robert I. Baierbach William B. Bixler Merritt L. Browne Gordon F. Clarke William L. Davis, Jr. Horner D. Edner Raymond W. Fisher Raymond T. George Richard E. Grumbine Benjamin G. Helsel, Jr. Charles S. Bailes George Bjotvedt R. W. Brownlee Ronald Clarke Paul E. Davit Kenneth Edwards Douglas A. Fisk Wayne D. George Chester D. Gruver Robert F. Hemmerle Dennis L. Bailey Jack T. Black Luda E. Broyles, Jr. RichardT. Claus Charles H. Dawicki Frank E. Ehrenfeld, Jr. Charles A. Fissel David C. Gerber james G. Guba Barry C. Hemperly Horace A. Bailey, Jr. Stanley S. Black, Jr. Stanley Brozik Clarence M. Clewell Frederick R. Day Arthur W. Ehrenzellers john W. Flecksteiner Walter J. Gerbron Craig A. Guest William R. Hemperly, Jr. joseph C. Bair Stanley M. Black Edgar F. Bruce Donald E. Clontz William). de Mauriac Vance T. Eichelberger E. Lynn Flegal Daniel L. Gerges Merle E. Guise, Sr. Paul R. Hence! Nelson M. Baird, Jr. William Paul Black Randy H. Bruch Donald L. Close John De May Walter R. Eisenbach Melvin DeWitt Fletcher Henry E. Gerhart E. Garrett Gurnmer, Ill Sara H. Henderson William F. Baird Robert H. Blaier Eugene L. Brumbach Ralph N. Close John R. DeAngelis William G. Eissler Nicholas R. Fletcher Guy L. Gernet Toni Guth Dale S. Hendricks Don C. Baker, Jr. Ronald Blake Richard H. Brumbach john A. Coburn, Jr. Richard F. Dearmond Robert A. Elder Richard D. Flinn James P. Gerstenlauer Ralph L. Guthrie Frank B. He nise Harry W. Baker David A. Blank, Sr. Henry D. Brunett John W. Coffey Carl J. DeBoer E. Robert Elicker Allen S. Fluck Kenneth C. Gertney George A. Guyer Harold E. Hennessey Raymond C. Baker Max R. Blaschke Donald W. Brusch Howard S. Cohen Joseph F. Dechert Charles W. Elliott Mark E. Foltz Carl R. Gery johnS. Guzey George F. Henning, Ill

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$100.00 - $249.99 Harold G. Hunsberger Joseph T. Kennelly Delbert N. Kuhns Robert H. Long, Jr. Marvin C. Miller Matthew J. Negro William W. Patterson Robert G. Reeder William A. Hunt Harry W. Kennelty David G. Kull, Jr. Samuel B. Long, Jr. $100.00 - $249.99 John P. Henry, Jr. Thomas A. Mayes Richard A. Miller Clark B. Neibar Albert E. Paul Jacob W. Reedy Stuart D. Henry David L. Hunter Ray R. Kennelty Roland E. Kuniholm William D. Long, Sr. Robert R. Miller William J. Neidermeyer, Jr. Cerene J. Paul Charle s H. Rees, Jr. William 0. Hunter Charles I. Kent Gwen A. Maynard Philip K. Hensel Truman D. Kunsman Elmer K. Longenecker Robert S. Miller, Jr. Francis E. Neish, Jr. Mary L. Payne John S. Reese Clinton P. Huntington Craig A. Kern Arthur A. Kuropkat Fred L. Longenecker W. Allen Mays Philip C. Hering, Sr. Henry J. Mazur Ronald K. Miller Howard E. Neiss Ralph H. Pearce Sue D. Reese Benjamin A. Herman Allen W. Hurrell D. Thomas Kerr Car!J.Kurr John D. Longenecker Harold V. McAfee Roy A. Miller, Jr. David B. Nemec George E. Pearson Frederick W. Reichert, Jr. Sherman A. Herman William D. Hutson, Jr. David C. Kerr Arthur J. Kurtz John G. Longenecker Russell W. Miller James L. Nester Merle B. Pedrick Alvin L. Reiff John F. Huzvar, II William R. McAfee Jack C. Hermes James P. Kerr Leroy D. Kurtz Lester H. Longenecker Stanley R. Miller John S. Nestleroth Harry J. Peiffer Harry R. Reigel IBM Corporation John R. Kerstetter Robert F. Kushnereit, Sr. Robert E. Longenecker Henry E. McBride Ben H. Herr Robert F. McCabe, Jr. Thomas F. Miller Richard M. Newb erg Harold S. Pelham Richard D. Reigel Warren C. Herrold W. Donald Ickes Solomon J. Kessler Thomas J. Kuss John W. Loose Stephen J. McCahan Walter L. Miller James C. Newborn Raymond A. Feltes Louis E. Reilly Paul R. Herron H. Chadwick !dell, Jr. David H. Ketterer Harold D. LaVoie Keith A. Lorenz Wilbur B. Miller, Sr. David K. Newcomer, Jr. Frederick W. Pencek Charles J. Reinhardt Robert V. !go, Jr. Melvin L. Keyser ,. Forbes E. McCann Walter D. Hershey Thomas R. Labagh Philip B. Lovett Elijah E. Mills Doris Newman Pennsylvania Steel Technologies Ronald R. Reinrniller Obert W. ligen Allen D. Kidd Richard R. Labe Donald K. Lowe Charles E. McCarthy Andrew G. Hess Francis McCarthy David M. Minarik, Sr. Max Newman John A. Penny Thelma Reisch Daniel E. Hess William H. Ingold Harry W. Kiesendahl Ladies Auxiliary Kensington- Cunard A. Lower Edward B. McCartney Clifford E. Mingle William L. Newpher Ray E. Perry Albert A. Reiss Harold K. Hess, Jr. John P. Ippolito Oliver D. Kihchel Kadosh No. 54 William J. Lucian Edward Mingle, Jr. Ethel Nichols Robert R. Perry Clara L. Reiss David F. Irvin Robert L. McCartney Jay P. Hess S. Ernest Kilgore Carl A. Lallerty David E. Ludwig Donald F. Minner Thomas H. Nichols Daniel C. Peterman Edwin A. Remaley Dana Irving David Kilgour Samuel L. Lake Edmund S. Ludwig ~· Kenneth W. McCarty PaulW. Hess Roger J. McCarty Ray D. Minnick Raymond S. Nicholson Benjamin S. Peters, Jr. Donald J. Renn Henry J. Hiddleson Robert E. Irwin Kilowatt Craftsmen's Club Howard J. Lama de, Jr. HowardLuey William K. McCauley Jack Minnier Frank Nickel, Jr. Daniel D. Peters Martin Renninger Robin M. Higgins Paul L. Ives, Jr. Andrew L. Kimmel J. Robert Lamade Lewis I. Lukehart Andrew C. Mitchell, Jr. Henry D. Nickol Marvin W. Peters James M. Reno Edith A. Ivins Robert A. McCauslin High 12 Club of East Penn Valley Harry M. Kimmel Rob ert D. Lambert Ronald L. Lundquist Charles W. Mohacey, Jr. Richard V. Nissley Victor C. Peters, Sr. Roy A. Re nshaw Kenneth C. Jacob, Sr. Frank H. King Alfred M. Lampman Katherine Lupus James W. McClafferty E. C. Shapley Highley Richard F. McCleary Larry N. Mohler Harry T. Nixon, Jr. William H. Peters Clarence W. Ressler David Jacobs Harry A. King Stanley B. Landis Stanley G. Lush Richard H. Higinbotham Francis P. McCluskey, III Walter E. Mokychic John E. Nixon William E. Petter James L. Ressler L. Richard Hild ebeidel Malcolm R. Jacobs James C. King William C. Landis Carleton H. Lutz Lester W. Moll William J. Nixon Alan H. Pfaff Joseph Revesz Jacques DeMolay Cornrnandery Joseph S. McCoach , Jr. Thomas C. Hildebrand Robert W. King Clifford V. Landon H. Donald Lutz William A. Monahan AlvaM. Noah Douglas W. Plautz J. Walter Rex No. 3,K.T. James W. Kintner Martin G. Lane Ronald L. Lutz, Sr. David J. McCombs Kenneth A. Hileman David R. McConnell Ralph F. Money Lee B. Noble Jacob Philippi Ronald H. Reynier Louis H. Hill Harold A. Jager H. Duane Kinzer John F. Lantz William G. Lutz, Jr. David A. McCormick Jame s H. Monroe Willard M. Noble Albert C. Phy, Jr. Rolfe E. Reynolds Richard D. Hill Robert E. James Bruce R. Kinzey Joseph Larbig Lester C. Lynch George Montgomery Myrl K. Noggle Jack L. Picton William L. Reynolds William R. James G. Henry McCormick Roy J. Hill David G. Kirch Richard S. Lashley G. Alvin Lynn Otho A. Moomaw Harry W. Nolf, Jr. A. Duer Pierce, Jr. Glen H. Rhinard Vernon J. Jameson Thomas E. Kirkpatrick Randy E. Laskey Elmer W. Lyons, Sr. James A. McCort WilliamJ.Hill Byrd W. McCracken Gilbert W. Moore Barry Lee Noll PIN Club Charles E. Rhoads, Jr. WilliamT.Hill John Jamieson, Jr. Herbert T. Kirsop Samuel W. Lastick John K. Lyter Donald W. McCune John W. Moore James C. Nolt Sehnacherib S. Piroefl, Sr. Levi S. Rhoads, Jr. JayM. Hillard Edward J. Jankowski Robert S. Kish Ernest E. Latsha John T.Mack John H. Moore Nor-Cen-Penn No. 96 N.C.T., Inc. joseph R. Plummer Phillip A. Rhoads Harry C. Jena Robert P. Kist Mark W. Latsha James C. McDonald William C. Hilling James S. Mackey John Reynold Moore Carl R. Nordberg Olin R. Plummer, Jr. Harold E. Rhone Robert M. Jezerski Howard L. Kitzmiller H.T.Lau David C. Maclay, Jr. Jay E. McElravy Ronald M. Hilmer Sharp M. McElwain Samuel R. Moore, Jr. Eric A. Nordstrom Herman A. Plusch, Jr. Robert Z. Rhule James L. Jillson Donald C. Kivler Theodore W. Laub Richard F. Mallett John P. Himes Donald L. McEntire Thomas G. Moore, Jr. Lindsay D. Norman Harry W. Plyrnire Franklin L. Rice Spurgeon M. Hinkle Stanley Jiuliano Richard M. Kleintop Carl W. Laubach Richard D. Magalhaes Raymond E. Moose, Jr. Robert W. Norris James M. Pohl, Jr. Herman S. Richard Lee P.Johns Karl K.Kiett Louis L. Laubach Richard D. McGarry Wayne H. Hinkle Wayne E. Magee George E. Morelock Norristown Forest No. 31 Herman Polandick Paul K. Richard Donald Johnson Bennett G. Kline Robert J. Laubmeier, Jr. Leroy E. Magnuson DavidS. McGarvey William G. Hintz, Jr. John L. McGowan Harry C. Morgan William A. Northam Richard L. Poorbaugh George G. Richards, Jr. Harold E. Hipple Herbert J. Johnson, Jr. Elizabeth D. Kline Florence M. LaVee James K. Magor John B. McGowan Richard A. Morledge John A. Novobilsky Marg aret S. Poore H. Ronald Richardson Kenneth T. Hipple John G. Johnson Llewellyn H. Klinedinst Richard E. Lawhead Bennett F. Mahan, Jr. Richard N. Morris William H. Nowell Stanley E. Pope John E. Richardson Albert B. Kling Arthur D. Lawrence Kenneth 0 . McGraw Willard Hirsch Joseph J. Johnson Melvin W. Maki Robert P. Morris NRC Alexander C. Portellos Daniel J. Richmond Keller F. Johnson John F. Klingensmith, Jr. Ronald Lawrence AlanT.Male David R. McGuigan Thomas F. Hixon, II William M. Mcilvaine Rob ert G. Morrison James F. Nuel Charles E. Porter, Jr. Carroll E. Rickert Kenneth W. Johnson John W. Kloss Jesse W. Lawson John Mallery, Jr. Miller N. Hobson Joseph E. Mcintyre Thomas G. Morrison William L. Null Robert A. Pote John H. Rickert Joseph T. Hodges, Jr. Klaus H. Johnson E. Waldron Klosterman Thomas F. Lazarus Richard E. Mampe Clyde C. Morrow Robert W. Nussbaumer Mary J. Potter Alexander Riddel, Jr. Paul J. Johnson Warren R. Klotz Charles E. Lear Leroy Manbeck Francis A. McKee, Sr. Robert B. Hodgson Don R. McKeehen Richard B. Morrow Wellington G. Nyce James Powell Harry H. Riddle, Jr. Arnold M. Hoeflich Susan Johnson Irvin G. Klugh Lewis E. Lear Michael J. Mandarino Wayne G. Morrow Evelyn H. Nylund Thomas Powell John E. Ridenour Thomas P. Johnson James A. Klyne Harold W. Leas Aaron Manderbach Susan C. McKim Otto W. Hofacker Henry F. McKonly, Jr. Paul G. Masch Jack O'Brien Robert A. Paxon Donald B. Rider Burton E. Hofer PaulL. Johnston William W. Knauer C. Harvey Lebo Brooks B. Mangel David T. Moser William L. O'Shea William ). Prazenica Roy R. Rieger Burton R. Jones Oliver J. Knauss Clifford M. Lebo William R. Manges Donald A. McMillan John C. Hollman Glenn R. McMillin, Sr. William J. Moser Garold M. Oakes Vernon R. Preston Andrew J. Riess Mark A. Hoffman C. Herschel Jones Robert C. Knepper Charles P. Lebow Stanley A. Mangis Albert}. Mott James L. Oakes Eugene A. Pretnicki Paul C. Riffle David J. Jones Erwin W. Knight Eugene W. Lederer A. Wesley Mann, Jr. Joseph R. McNaughton, Sr. Walton W. Hofmann Harold R. McNutt, Jr. Frank Motter Charles R. Ochs Bernard D. Price Clarence A. Riley Joseph E. Hogg Frank Jones, Jr. Walter B. Knighton Alan L. Ledig James A. Mann C. Donald Moyer William B. Oehme Forest C. Price Frederick B. Rineer Kenneth R. Jones Wilton L. Knisley Austin M. Lee Vernon S. Mann Leland S. McNutt George H. Hohenshildt William G. McPherson Dennis M. Moyer Joseph C. Oettel Thomas R. Price Robert E. Rineer Melvin I. Jones George J. Knorr Robert E. Lee, Jr. Samuel Mar-Eiia G. Dean Hoke Dorothy McQueen Frank R. Moyer Officers of the Harrisburg Lodge of Donald V. Pritchard Ernest D. Rinehimer, Jr. Robert M. Holbert Nelson F. Jones Raymond B. Knorr Harvey S. Leedom Donald E. March George E. Moyer Perfection Ljubornir Prodanovic James S. Ringer Robert D. Jones Richard T. McRoberts Raymond A. Holland William M. Knorr Warren S. Leeper H. Martin Marietta Paul W. Moyer Virginia M. Ohmart William A. Prosser, Sr. Robert J. Rippon RoyW.Jones Rodman Kober Kenneth R. Lehman Enrico A. Marinucci Russell C. Meek Wesley G. Holland James R. Meehan Richard W. Moyer Joseph Olah Michael C. Provost Walter M. Risse! Robert L. Holliday, III William L. Jones Joseph P. Koch Henry H. Leid Edward C. Mark Edward 0. Melberg Sidney C. Moyer James A. Oliver Richard L. Pruitt Robert W. Rissinger WilliamS. Holmes William D. Jones Lewis M. Koch Jess A. Leidig, III Henry L. Markley Thomas L. Moyer Glenn W. Olsen Gordon R. Pry Ralph W. Rissmiller Jens F. Jorgensen Edwin C. Mendham, III Richard A. Holt Werner E. Koch Horace W. Leith, Jr. James L. Marks Andrew Mrakovich William P. Olson Marion C. Pryor John F. Rittenhouse Isadore Joshowitz William A. Koch, III Robert E. Lenfestey Robert S. Marlette Arlen R. Mengel Ewald H. Holtz John F. Mengel Harry E. Mueller, Jr. Warren F. Olsson Elmer H. Puchta Daniel G. Ritting Charles A. Honaker George J. Kacsur H. Luke Kochenberger, Jr. Howard C. Lengel Carl D. Marotta Richard D. Mukalian, Jr. Paul L. Ongley Charles R. Pullin Charles E. Rittle George B. Kahrnar Robert Kochersperger Harold N. Lenker John L. Marshall Robert E. Mengel Thomas M. Hood Ronald R. Mengle C. John Muller Albert M. Oplinger Ralph E. Purpur Charles H. Roberts Carson C. Hoover William H. Kain Victor F. Koerner George H. Lennox, Jr. Pliry M. Marshall William H. Mullin William L. Orange Robert E. Purvis David W. Roberts Stathes Kalarnboyias David H. Kohl J. Mark Lentz Charles J. Martin, Sr. Mentor Stall Raymond L. Hoover A. Lee Mentzer Floyd E. Mummert Roy A. Orluk H. Kenneth Putt Donald L. Roberts Robert H. Kalbach David M. Kohlhas Jay F. Leonard Clair P. Martin Arthur B. Hopperstead Helen Mercer William E. Mummert Robert J. Ormesher Albert H. Pyle George T. Roberts, lii Thomas 0. Hornstein James H. Kalkstein Morton A. Kolber William B. Leonard Ernest W. Martin Dale W. Mumper Orthodox Square Club of N.E. Charles F. Quade, Jr. Gordon J. Roberts Charles N. Kanefsky Ronald C. Kolva Charles H. Mertz J. Walter Horrocks George C. Leopold Henry J. Martin Thomas P. Murgitroyde, III Pennsylvania Harold A. Queen Leon F. Robertson Nathan G. Kanouff John A. Kook Harold Lesher John E. Martin Edward D. Mesta Paul Z. Horst Edward Metzger, Jr. George W. Murray, Jr. James P. Osborne William J. Quigley Douglas A. Robinson John E. Karnes Leonard C. Koons Donald M. Leslie Kenneth W. Martin J. George H. Hott, Jr. George M. Metzger Harvey F. Murray Donald R. Oswald Gerald N. Quinby G. Gilmour Robinson , Jr. David E. Karper Harvey S. Kopp William R. Lessig, Jr. Marlin E. Martin Walter G. Holzman Laurence G. Metzler Robert M. Murray Lawrence J. Ough Elwood R. Raber William J. Robison Martha J. Karschner Carl G. Koring, Jr. William E. Lewellen, III Niles Martin, Jr. Stanley R. Houpt, Jr. Stanley G. Metzler William Murray, Sr. William E. Overly Theodore H. Rabuck William F. Rode Robert S. Houseweart Thomas R. Karstetter Harold T. Korn Cyril P. Lewis Robert E. Martin, Sr. Alexander Musika Hazen H. Owens Charles E. Radcliffe Hazel Rodenhauser Joseph Katusa Philip L. Koshko David R. Lewis William M. Meyer, Sr. Ralph B. Housholder William R. Martin Larry E. Musser Harry L. Oyler Mario Rafalin Thomas W. Roe Edgar J. Kauffman William H. Koss John H. Lewis, Jr. William John Martin Thomas J. Meyers Lee E. Houtz Mabel L. Mifflin Carl H. Myers Kenneth E. Oyler John P. Rahrn, III James C. Rogers, Jr. Frederick E. Kauffman Don M. Kotchish Paul L. Lewis Willie M. Martinell Joseph W. Howard Aaron E. Miller Edward G. Myers Robert G. Page George H. Rahn Richard W. Rogers Harold L. Kauffman William H. Kraemer Robert C. Lighty Mary Cornrnandery No. 36 K.T. of Murray M. Howard Arlan L. Miller Florence Myers Dorothy L. Paget William L. Rakestraw Frank 0 . Rohn Palmer P. Kauffman, Jr. Edwin K. Kramer George P. Lilley Pennsylvania Robert R. Howells Charles E. Miller Harold M. Myers Hervey M. Painter Stanton D. Rarnbeck Thomas Rohrbach Robert C. Kauffman Gary K. Krantz Robert J. Lindemann Daniel L. Masland Robert G. Howells David R. Miller Kenneth R. Myers Chester A. Palesko Richard W. Ramsay Marlin L. Rook PaulKaupe Phillip J. Krasner Margaret C. Lindemuth Masonic Hall Association of William R. Hower, Sr. Donald J. Miller Russell A. Myers Agatha Palles Louis H. Randlett Benjamin M. Root Lawrence J. Hracho Ronald E. Kaye Justin F. Krasnoff Robert W. Lindenmuth Pleasant Hills William D. Myers Arnold D. Palmer Ross E. Rankin Carl T. Rorabaugh Dennis J. Kaylor Earl E. Miller Harry G. Huber Richard D. Krause William J. Linder Daniel Matechak, Jr. Clement E. Nace Robert D. Palmer Barry A. Rathrnell PaulW.Rork George W. Kearn, Sr. Robert B. Krause Robert C. Lippy Robert H. Mateer Frank S. Miller Daniel E. Hubis Fred E. Miller George W. Nace William R. Palmer George T. Rauch James F. Roseman, Sr. Ralph E. Kearney Carl A. Kredatus, Jr. Jacob R. Lockwood Reed A. Mathis George C. Hudson George D. Miller Melvin H. Nace William Paloczi John H. Ravenscroft Harold S. Ross Donald D. Hughes George H. Keener John S. Kreider Bernard W. Loeb, Sr. Richard A. Mattern Randall I. Nace Donald J. Panichi Ronald J. Ray Raymond W. Ross, Sr. Dale L. Keesey George F. Miller Eugene R. Hughes George R. Krentz Arthur W. Logan Robert R. Mattes Edward W. Naegele, Jr. AI Papocchia Glenn H. Raymer W. Stewart Ross George F. Kehoe Brian P. Kressler Paul R. Logan Guy A. Mattola Harold H. Miller George V. Hughes Harry A. Miller John R. Nagel John S. Parker Charles A. Raymond Ronal Roth LeRoy A. Hughes, Jr. Arthur S. Keiner! Robert G. Krick Lyle D. Logue William F. Mattson Donald G. Nagle William F. Parker MarkS. Rayne Carl E. Rothenberger Edward A. Keister Ross W. Krumpe Robert H. Logue John D. Matyasich Harvey J. Miller Michael W. Hughes Irvin Miller, Jr. Jeffrey L. Nale William Parker, Jr. Dominic M. Re Russell P. Rothenberger NewtonS. Hughes Charles C. Keller Walter S. Kucsan Arlene Long James A. Matz Jay F. Miller National Camping Travelers Russell E. Parsons Sydney A. Reb er Richard L. Rothermel, Sr. R. Clinton Hughes, Jr. Willis Z. Kelley William E. Kuebler John C. Long Scott R. Maust William E. Naugle George F. Parthrner Frederick L. Reed Robert L. Rotter James E. Kelly John R. Miller Thomas W. Hughes, Sr. Donald J. Kugle Richard R. Long Robert F. Maxwell Charles M. Nauman John V. Pasley George E. Reed John M. Roushey Charles W. Kemner Walter A. Kuharchik, Sr. Robert F. Long Frederick J. May John R. Miller, II Ella D. Hugus John C. Miller George E. Neff Past Master's Association of Glenn A. Reed M. Jean Rowan Edward C. Kemner Alton S. Kuhl Robert I. Long William H. May William J. Hulme Mahlon K. Miller, Jr. Herman R. Neff Covenant Excelsior Lodge No. 456 Ronald H. Reed Robert M. Rowland

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$100.00- $249.99 john R. Shaeffer William T. Smith George L. Strawn C. DeForrest Trexler $100.00- $249.99 Dale E. Wolfe Woodrow W. DeWees Albert R. Minnich Heinz D. Beneke Byron I. Royer Bertram H. Shafer William K. Smith James R. Streeter David H. Trexler Wilbur E. Weaver David L. Wolfe Wayne L. Dietrich Mabel Minnich George W. Bennett, III James L. Royer john H. Shafer Rudolph B. Smith, IV H. Ross Strohecker Ethan L. Trexler Albert C. Weber Garfield L. Wolfe Edward A. Digiacomo Donald T. Mitchell Raymond R. Bennett Walter Rudakiewicz Eugene K. Shaffer Herman L. Smithberger Phoebe G. Strome Richard F. Trexler Friedrich Weber john !.Wolfe Anne Douglass Fred A. Morris, Jr. Thomas E. Blandford, Jr. Ray L.Ruhl Harry W. Shaffer, Jr. Harry E. Smithgall, Jr. Eugene Strosky Triune Tabernacle VII Harry C. Weber William L. Wolfe Brian R. Doyle Harold K. Myer, Sr. Kenneth W. Bleiler Marshall U. Rumbaugh john M. Shaffer Michael D. Smoker Lester E. Stroup Earl E. Trostle Lawrence P. Webster, Jr. Franklin W. Wolfgang Robert L. Eckbreth Ronald A. Nielson Edward j. Boden Dalton L. Rumberger Maurice E. Shaffer T. Richard Snedden Clarence W. Strouse Paul A. Troup, Jr. W. Loyd Webster Richard S. Wood Clarence E. Eckert Lester H. Noll Irvin L. and Beatrice B. Bossler Robert R. Rundle Bebe Shanholtz John P. Snoke Carl J. Strutz, Jr. james M. Troutman J. Arndt Weicksel Ralph A. Woodard Glenn H. Edgecomb, Sr. Northeast Shrine Club of LuLu jay G. Brossman J. Ten Broeck Runk james R. Shank john S. Snoke James E. Stuart Paul C. Trucksess Robert L. Weidman Gregory R. Woodhull Richard F. Edmonds Temple Daniel G. Cairns Arthur C. Rupert Benjamin B. Shankroff Robert W. Snook Michael R. Sturm Titus R. Trumbower I. Raymond Weigle Harry A. Woods jeffrey P. Eisenhower Quincy C. Norwood William A. Clark E. Eugene Rupert Robert H. Sharbaugh Charles H. Snyder, Sr. james Stutzman james E. Truran Robert F. Weingard Charles B. Woodward, Ill Elizabethtown Chapter No. 407 George K. Overly Henry A. Clay Charles E. Russ Keith E. Sharp Frederick A. Snyder Robert M. Suckling john M. Turcmanovich "' Andrew E. Weitzenkorn Donald B. Woomer Kenneth E. Erisman George Ovington, Ill COMP I Employees Willard C. Russell, Jr. Timothy R. Sharp Gerald A. Snyder Henry R. Sulkowski Edmund A. Turnbull Daniel L. Weller Lewis H. Worrall Louis H. Ertel Robert H. Parkinson Allen W. Cowley James W. Russocki Edwin j. Sharples John D. Snyder William M. Sullivan Harvey R. Turner Kenneth W. Weller Harold A. Wright Theodore C. Essex M. Wesley Pedrick William E. Crolius, jr. Ronald B. Ruth Richard A. Shaw Kenneth M. Snyder james C. Sund George H. Turrell Robert W. Wellington Russell j. Wright John C. Evans Pennsylvania Grotto Association Helen Davidson Harry R. Rutter RuthO.Shaw Mark D. Snyder William W. Sutherland, Jr. Carl W. Tuttle Charles B. Wells William S. Wyland Phillip J. Evans Ellery T. Peters, Jr. William C. Davis, jr. Robert W. Rutter Frederick W. Shawl Neil H. Snyder William E. Suydam William C. Tuttle Richard G. Wells J. Kenneth Wyse Samuel H. Evert john W. Pharo Arthur R. Day Kenneth j. Ryan Robert C. Shay, Sr. Paul F. Snyder Henry Swaney Emmett F. Tweedy Barry E. Wenger Thomas E. Yagel Glenn M. Eyer Harley W. Pratt joseph P. Donley FredSaab Albert H. Sheaffer Ralph W. Snyder Homer H. Swarner Douglas J. Uhl Daniel E. Wenger Robert E. Yarnall, Jr. Howard C. Faust Edward P. Priebe William E. Eccles Samuel L. Sack Clair D. Shearer Richard H. Snyder RoyH.Swatts Edwin C. Ullom Dale E. Wentling jean A. Yates Donald W. Felton john T. Proud, Jr. Paul L. Edinger, Jr. Stewart W. Sakers Lamar M. Sheckard Richard D. Snyder Earl D. Sweeney Conway A. Ulmer Delbert L. Wentz Robert B. Yates William L. Frederick, Sr. Dorothy K. Ramsey Donald E. Eikner Charles W. Sakoski, Jr. Bruce D. Shellenberger William R. Snyder joseph E. Sweeney Bill Ulrich Stephen J. Werle! William E. Yeager, Jr. Carl H. Fronk Lester B. Ratcliff Robert L. Engel Thurman F. Sallade Warren R. Shenk William J. Snyder joseph Sweigart, Jr. William H. Underwood, III Thomas M. Werner Eugene H. Yerkes Joseph Gentile Alfred J. Reese, Jr. Richard H. Fahnline Michael R. Sallie Harry W. Shepard Melvin J. Sollenberger Bernard A. Swindell Richard L. Unger H. G. Wescott john A. Yingst Lucy j. Gery Ralph H. Richardson P. Thomas Feeser Harvey I. Salwen Robert G. Shepard Elbert S. Salt Gerald E. Swoope J. Robert Utberg Charles E. West Ivan C. Yoder Russell V. Gibson Stephen Rodowicz Maurice E. Gearhart Frederick P. Sample Harry A. Sherbondy Leonard W. Sorensen Kathleen j. Swoyer james J. Valentine Gerald W. West, Jr. Rufus W. Yoder Norman A. Gillingham Richard F. Romig john 0. Gregson Selmer B. Sampson Ernest G. Shetter Glenn V. Sowash Robert F. Taft Thomas A. Valentine Harry B. West William E. Yoder Kathleen Graham john R. Rouse William S. Groff James Sandeman Kevin j. Shields Arthur L. Sowers S. Scott Taggart Valley Forge High Twelve Club johnL.West john W. Yordy, Jr. Grand Guardian Council of job's Robert S. Ruehl William C. Harris Robert S. Sanford George W. Shimer Floyd R. Sowers Samuel M. Taggart No.305 Jack W. Westafer Donald L. Yost Daughters Alvin F. Rupp Verna Havard Theodore S. Sattler Stephen Shirk Horace B. Spackman, II Anthony G. Talamini john C. VanArsdale, Jr. Arthur H. Weston Harold H. Young Charles W. Gray, Ill Kenneth M. Schachte Landis C. Heistand Alan L. Savitsky Charles R. Shisler William M. Spade, Jr. Richard M. Talone Carroll D. Van De Boe William A. Wetterau j. David Young Robert K. Greaser David H. Schaper Thomas E. Henry, lii Francis A. Sayers, Jr. Warren R. Shoff Earl S. Spancake Clarence E. Tarner, Jr. Charles W. Van Keuren, Jr. Robert E. Wetzel Kenneth W. Young Howard A. Griffith, Jr. Alma L. Scheuer john C. Hey, Sr. Richard H. Sayers Robert E. Shomo Richard J. Spangler johnN. Tarr Arthur L. Van Slyke james J. Whalen Robert R. Young William R. Gross Ronald A. Schillat Paul E. Hickes Alan D. Saylor EarlS. Shope Laurence Spector Christopher E. Tarre George H. Van Wert Roger L. Wheeler William P. Young Donald M. Haag Arthur J. Schlemmer Dennis M. Hicks Charles D. Saylor, Sr. Gene W. Shope Marvin G. Speicher Henry Tatum Richard Van Zandt Lee N. Whitaker William A. Young Robert L. Haar Walter A. Schmidt, Sr. Irene Hille William j. Saylor Arthur M. Shorts Chester W. Speidel Heinz G. Taubenberger Derek 0. VanBuskirk joel j. Whitcomb Richard A. Zachariason Franklin A. Hagist Robert M. Schumo Lucy Hinckley Hayes Richard K. Sbarro Hilda M. Shrader Howard W. Spencer james H. Taylor, Jr. Charles Vancampen DonM.White Paul E. Zarenko William C. Hagmeier Scottish Rite Valley of Erie Harry C. Hiney Henry G. Schaefer, Jr. Warren J. Shuck William N. Spencer, Sr. john W. Taylor, Jr. David W. Vandevort, Jr. Norman C. White Howard H. Zarfoss Andrew J. Hanobeck, Jr. Second Masonic District Robert C. Hinkle Herman G. Schaefer John W. Shupe Harry F. Speth, Jr. Lola E. Taylor joseph I. Vasile R. Blaine White Donald G. Zeamer Warren W. Harding Leroy A. Skeels William R. Haag Robert M. Schaper John R. Shuss Frederick R. Spicer Newton C. Taylor Arthur R. Vaughn, Ill Ronald L. White Reynold A. Zehner Harmony Royal Arch Chapter William C. Slotterback PauiT.Howe Henry F. Scheck, Jr. James L. Sieber Dorothy G. Spickler Robert J. Taylor Morris J. Verbiski William H. Whitehill Herbert H. Zeiders No. 52 Frank S. Smith Stanley S. Hughes Henry H. Schell Daniel J. Siglin Terrence P. Spinosa Russell H. Taylor W. Glenn Vidt Whitpain Township Police Horst Zeiler Harvey E. Harper, Jr. WilliamJ.Smith Nancy Isenberg Howard R. Schellman Frederick E. Simkins Miles Spitler Gary W. Tedesco Edwin S. Vile, jr. Department William H. Zerbe William R. Hawthorne Perry C. Snyder Ivanhoe Royal Arch Chapter George N. Schenck David A. Sinunons Joseph F. Spreng, Jr. Jack L. Teichart William J. Vodenichar Herman E. Whittaker john P. Zickler Holden E. Heberling Clarence E. Spohn No. 234 Robert W. Schenke Gary R. Sinunons Frederick L. Springer Thurman C. Tejan John W. Voelzke Frank P. Whittle Barton T. Ziegler Theodore H. Heinly, Sr. Harolld j. Stahle, Jr. jay A. lzenour Richard Scheuermann Samuel Simon Ralph J. Springer john Telford Edward R. Vogel Jeffrey W. Whittock Allan A. Zimmerman Charles L. Henritzy Richard E. Stahlsmith jenkintown Masonic School of Guy C. Schieb Geddes W. Simpson, Sr. Halvard A. Sproger George W. Tharpe Clyde E. Vogeley, Jr. Dorothy B. Wilcox John D. Zinunerman Sterling P. Hepler Carlton H. Stauffer Instruction David B. Schindler James S. Simpson Donald B. Stabler john Thatcher Williamj.Vohs Albert Wilderoder Marlin C. Zinunerman john K. Herr, Jr. Richard J. Stemmler Barry 0. jones Heinrich Schlarb Michael R. Sims Stewart E. Stafford The Ashland Foundation William R. Volp, Sr. David E. Wilhelm, III Richard A. Zimmerman Harry R. Hershberger David W. Stettler Richard Terry jones Albert E. Schmick, Jr. Walter J. Sims John Stagon, Jr. The Gateway to the West Council Norman H. Wackenhut Jerome H. Wilkerson S. Allen Zimmerman Gordon E. Hickman Richard C. Stewart Edwin A. julius Otto R. Schmid Arthur Sitelman Donald L. Stahl No. 5 Clair D. Wagner William C. Wilkes Christian L. Zinn joseph W. Hoar Clifford M. Stiffler Carl A. Kandra Robert H. Schmidt Clyde E. Skipper Stanley P. Stahl The Whitaker Foundation Clifford I. Wagner William R. & Lucilla S. jackson $250.00- $499.99 Downey D. Hoster Elmer R. Stocker Harry F. Keebler David P. Schnabel William Skumanlch Marvin W. Stalker Panagiotis D. Theodorelos Gerald D. Wagner Charitable Trust Bernard A. Hughes Watson C. Stoner, Jr. Charles I. Keiter Isaiah Andre Addison Verne H. Schnebel William D. Slade Willoert C. Staller, Sr. Robert A. Thewes James T. Wagner Charles H. Hunter Hamilton W. Strayer Keystone Royal Arch Chapter No. 3 Alfred J. Williams, Jr. All Saints Church Torresdale Elmer C. Schneider Irvin Slight, Jr. Burnell C. Stambaugh Albert L. Thomas Lyndon W. Wagner Benjamin K. Williams !manuel Iglesias Kenneth H. Taylor, Sr. Richard j. Koch james R. Allen Earl G. Schoen, Sr. jacob L. Slatter, Jr. Robert J. Stankowski, Sr. George A. Thomas Richard A. Wagner Charles B. Williams William J. Johnstone David W. Texter Verna LaPella Lynn M. Anderson Franklin Dale Schoeneman james L. Sloughfy Alice H. Staples Harold D. Thomas Russell W. Wagner, Jr. Dale G. Williams Paul jordan Frank S. Thomas Fred W. Larson William E. Armstrong Albert R. Schooley Sidney Small Richard L. Stare Harry W. Thomas Stanley F. Walchesky David 0. Williams john W. Kalkbrenner John W. Thomas Geraldine Leisenring Augustus M. Ash john H. Schrack joseph P. Smalley, Jr. David R. Stauffer john J. Thomas Pradeep K. Walia Frederick Karns Leroy A. Thrash Elwood F. Mapes Donald W. Williams Leon G. Barndt john E. Schreadley R. Bruce Smay Robert K. Stauffer Kenneth D. Thomas Richard L. Walkup Dorothy V. Williams Theodore D. Keller Top Hatters of N.E. Pennsylvania Larry L. Martin Harry L. Barner Elwood C. Schreffler Paul K. Smeal Walter R. Stearly Robert P. Thomas, Jr. Frederick S. Wallace, Jr. Robert K. Keyser Richard W. Tressler William T. McGowan George L. Williams Harry L. Barnhart james P. Schreiber Gary W. Smeltz William B. Stecker Vance W. Thomas Robert W. Wallace Robert M. Koch Triune Tabernacle VII Thomas H. Mcintosh James J. Williams john W. Bauer, Jr. Andrew J. Schroder, Jr. Don L. Smetanick Peter M. Steeb Albert T. Thompson William B. Wallace joseph W. Kovarick Joseph E. Trumbauer, Jr. Raymond D. Mercer john R. Williams Aubrey W. Beacham Henry R. Schroeder Wallace F. Smiley, Sr. Esther M. Steed Carl J. Thompson Glenn D. Walters, Jr. Paul W. Williams Kenneth Kuehne Edward A. Turner, Sr. Victor A. Miller George L. Beard Robert Schubauer Allen R. Smith Helen Steele James B. Thompson, Jr. Marlin C. Walters George F. Lance Clarence R. Uhland William S. Moyer Robert E. Williams John j. Bergin, Jr. Albert E. Schucker Brian A. Smith Harry Steever John H. Thompson Frederick W. Walther Rollin D. Williams james LaPella Veith Hydro, Inc. Robert L. Mulford Robert S. Bolinger Charles H. Schuettler Charles Lewis Smith Gerald Z. Steinberg John R. Thompson Willard W. Waltz john B. Law, Jr. Robert j. Wagner Norman J. Napier Thomas R. Williams Richard A. Bowes Gerald R. Schuldt Clifford H. Smith DonaldS. Stephens Milton G. Thompson Norman A. Wampler Robert F. Williamson Charles R. Lefever Robert E. Wagner john N. Oberg Howard E. Bradshaw Harry T. Schultz, Jr. David E. Smith Stanley S. Stephens, Jr. William G. Thompson Dennis G. Wanner Samuel C. Williamson David S. Leibgries, Jr. Alton T. Walker Benjamin Olewine, III John P. Brandt john Y. Schumacher Donald E. Smith Clarence A. Sterling James R. Thornton Jesse M. Wantz Harry C. Wilmoth james S. Linton Robert T. Weed Pilgrim Chapter, Order of DeMolay Delight E. Breidegam, Jr. Samuel J. Schweigert Edward R. Smith, III David L. Sterner George E. Thursby Tony M. Warcola Walter Lohn, Sr. Charles Werner David Polsky Henry J. Wilmoth john H. Bruhn Thomas J. Schwirthart Frank E. Smith Malcolm R. Stetler Mark H. '!'ice Chapman M. Ward, Jr. A. Gray Wilson Carl R. Loudenslager Paul L. Wesner j. Walter Price Abraham Bucher john L. Schwyter George A. Smith Calvin W. Stevens Raymond E. Tierney Robert B. Ward John A. MacLeod Robert G. Wharton, Jr. George Rakoczy Allen C. Wilson Henry C. Callihan Donald R. Scott, Jr. George F. Smith Charles E. Stewart KarlG.Timm Elvin G. Warfel james F. Wilson, Jr. Jacob H. Malta Eugene S. Wheeler Stanley A. Reith Paul C. Cardennis Hugh M. Scott Harry B. Smith Charles B. Stitzer William J. Timmins J. Richard Warfel James R. Mann, Sr. Clyde H. Whitwell George W. Rhen john S. Wilson Alvin H. Carley john S.Scott Howard j. Smith Howard F. Stitzer Timoney, Knox, Hasson & Weand Robert Warfield Merle R. Wilson, Jr. Lloyd E. Manter William H. Williams, Jr. Fred D. Rissinger Michael F. Cerate Samuel M. Scott James D. Smith Steven N. Stitzer Russell E. Tingue Elvin M. Warner, Jr. Russell F. Manton William B. Wilson William A. Robinson Richard M. Wilson Edward W. Ciriacy Walter A. Scott, Jr. jayV.Smith Alvin L. Stock, III Wayne B. Titus Theodore K. Warner, Jr. Robert J. Wilson joseph L. Marshall William L. Wolfgang Raymond G. Roeder Alfred N. Clements Scottish Rite Volunteer Committee, JayW. Smith Boyd I. Stoker George M. Todd Margaret C. Waser Olga H. Mattes joseph P. Work Audrey Ruff Thomas A. Wilson joseph F. Connors Valley of Reading John B. Smith Thomas J. Stokes, Jr. Robert H. Todd, Jr. Claude B. Washabau Maurice A. Wimer Marvin L. May Woodford H. Wright Glenn L. Runk Harry W. Cook William E. Seachrist Keith A. Smith Donald W. Stoner Howard F. Tollinger Martha E. Wasson Robert J. Maza Alan B. Yeakel Ralph S. Sandoe john L. Winkelman William I. Corkle john L. Seasholtz Lance A. Smith Edwin D. Stoner james R. Tomlin Barry V. Watson, Sr. Harry C. Winslow Addison T. McCarrick, lii Sara D.Yohe Martin C. Scherf Cressona Rod and Gun Club No. I Charles H. Seekamp Larry W. Smith Charles S. Storey Aulay P. Tompkins Jack S. Watson William L. McCarrier john K. Young Herbert A. Schmidt Russel M. Winter Charles A. Curtze Robert D. Seeley Marshall P. Smith Anna K. Storm Fred F. Topper Ralph B. Watson, Jr. Carl W. Winters, Jr. Raymond D. McCleary Zemba Temple, A.A.O.N.M.S George R. Schollhamer john T. Dagg William Seganti Medford L. Smith C. Timothy Storrnfeltz john F. Torbett, Jr. Howard E. Watts George W. McCoy, Jr. William G. Schossow Henry W. Wise, Jr. James W. Daniels $500.00- $999.99 Peter j. Segro Merle B. Smith Richard C. Stout Edward E. Tourje William Thomas Way, Jr. Larue Wise Marlin S. McElheny john E. Sennett William H. Daniels Anonymous William R. Segui Ralph C. Smith james R. Stover Robert K. Toward jack F. Way brant George F. McGrory Alexander G. Shaw Fred Wisosky, Jr. Dieter G. Dauber Lloyd R. Ackerman Leyden G. Seigart Robert L. Smith Luther S. Stover, Jr. Robert A. Townsend, Jr. Carl G. Weaver john J. Witchin john McKee David 0. Smith Guy G. DeFuria William G. Andrews Edwin H. Seip Robert W. Smith Charles B. Stay, Jr. Benjamin Traina Clifford W. Weaver Robert j. Menzie, Sr. Elmer G. Smith Frederick G. Wohlgemuth E. Franklin Deisher Leona Arnold Fred R. Seiter Robert L. Smith, Jr. William J. Strachan joseph E. Trate Edwin F. Weaver, Ill james B. Woleslagle Middle Spring Presbyterian Harold E. Spangler Raymond j. DeRaymond john E. Baily Charles E. Seltzer Steven H. Smith Arlene Dale Stratton Delmer E. Trefsger FrankL. Weaver George R. Wolf Church james E. Spangler Chester A. Derk , Jr. Richard N. Baird Raymond J. Semega Theodore B. Smith, Jr. Lewis A. Straw Isaac J. Tressler Ralph W. Weaver Richard C. Wolf Harold E. Miller Robert M. Spicer, Jr. jonathan B. Detwiler Grant W. Bamberger Raymond Q. Seyler WillourJ.Smith Paul R. Straw Thomas W. Trethaway Theodore A. Weaver Walter L. Wolf Harry F. Miller Leo M. 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Masonic Charities 1996 Annual Re port Mas onic Charities 1996 Annual Re port 12 Contributors continued A Gift That Endures $500.00- $999.99 Charles A. Martin John A. Howarth, Sr. Good Samaritan Lodge No. 336 Bethlehem Lodge No. 283 Jane Ann Suran John G. Marvel Robert E. Hunsinger Harmony Lodge No. 429 Brotherhood Fort Pitt Lodge No. 635 Nellie Sweet Masonic Homes Patton School Dorothy L. !be Hebron Lodge No. 575 C. Grant Brittingham Lodge No. 788 Do you want to make a difference in the lives of those individuals who benefit from the Masonic Charities of The J. Forrest Taylor Alumni Association John E. and Sue M. Jackson Hellertown Lodge No. 563 Charles M. Howell Lodge No. 496 The Grand Council of Royal and Masonic Veterans of Pennsylvania John R. Kautz Hyde Park Lodge No. 339 Chartiers Lodge No. 297 Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Pennsylvania? If so, you may wish to consider a charitable bequest. Select Master Masons of John L. McCain Elmer L. Keene Jeannette Lodge No. 750 Chester Lodge No. 236 Pennsylvania Elizabeth M. McCauley Malcolm S. Kelley Joppa Lodge No. 608 Concord Lodge No. 625 University Royal Arch Chapter John E. Merryman, Sr. J. Howard Kenworthy Joseph Warren Lodge No. 126 Cumberland Valley Lodge No. 315 No. 256 John A. Messersmith Donald H. Kingsbury Kane Lodge No. 566 Duquesne Lodge No. 731 Why a Bequest? Betty E. Waite Earl R. Miller Mae H. Kline Keystone Lodge No. 455 Euclid Lodge No. 698 Charles E. Waltz, Jr. George E. Miller Raymond Allen Krome King Solomon's Lodge No. 346 Frackville Lodge No. 737 A charitable bequest is a method for Masons and friends to perpetuate their interest in Masonic Charities. Alma T. Weingard Theresa M. Miller Harry M. Kurtz Kiskiminetas Lodge No. 617 Herndon Lodge No. 702 Edward 0. Weisser Harry E. Monnier Roy M. Lambert Knapp Lodge No. 462 Howell Lodge No. 405 Your Will can be drafted to leave either a specific gift or a percentage of your estate to a Masonic Charity. A spe­ Ralph C. West Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Oscar B. Lash LaFayette Lodge No. 652 Huguenot Lodge No. 371 Kenith E. Wingert Lodge of Pennsylvania Benjamin 0. Lichty Lake Lodge No. 434 John E. Mair Lodge No. 129 cific gift can be a dollar amount, a particular piece of real estate or personal property. A residuary gift is either Phillip D. Witman Nellie Moyer Julia I. Light Laurel Lodge No. 65 1 Juniata Lodge No. 282 Fred H. Wittmer Donald W. and Dorothy A. Mumma James Stanley Langdon Lodge No. 22 Lansdowne Lodge No. 711 a specific percentage of your estate or it can be the remainder of your estate after you have provided for your Joseph E. Murphy Ivan B. Loveitt Lewistown Lodge No. 203 Robert E. Woodside, Jr. Lodge of the Craft No. 433 Frank W. Young R. E. Parfitt Carrie M. Machmer Loyalhanna Lodge No. 275 Mahoning Lodge No. 243 family, Church, college, Blue Lodge or other such charitable organizations which are important to you. Virginia B. Peterson Henry J. Maiser Melita Lodge No. 295 Manoquesy Lodge No. 413 Daniel D. and Charlotte C. Zaludek Frank W. Podrebarac Simon L. Zimmerman Dorothy E. McAuley Monongahela Lodge No. 269 Milnor Lodge No. 287 More complex bequests can involve the creation of trusts providing financial security for one or more loved John A. Powell William G. McCausland New Temple Lodge No. 720 Montgomery Lodge No. 19 $1 ,000.00 and higher William E. Rapp, Jr. Melvin J. McLaughlin North Star Lodge No. 241 Mount Pickering Lodge No. 446 ones during their lifetimes and later for the Masonic Charity(ies) of your choice. William G. Schaber Anonymous Harry E. Mehring Oasis Lodge No. 416 Muncy Lodge No. 299 Eberhard F. Schea L. Blanche C. Mickey Osceola Lodge No.5 15 Penn Lodge No. 709 Arco Foundation Employee Scranton School of Instruction Edwill B. Miller Palestine~RoxboroughLodge No. 135 Perkiomen Lodge No. 595 Programs Where Should You Start? Lorna Kimmel Baer Simon Earl Seachrist Jay E. Miller Patmos Lodge No. 348 Rising Star Lodge No. 126 Shafer Family Charitable Trust Lorraine M. Miller Plum Creek~ Samuel Hamilton Spring City Lodge No. 553 Roy E. Blyler Walter D. Shelton, Jr. Rachel H. Miller Lodge No. 799 Mae A. Bomberger St. John's Lodge No. 115 We suggest you begin by determining the Masonic Charity(ies) you wish to remember. You may choose from Edward Eugene and Helen 0. Brindle Warren R. and Jane E. Shenk Charles G. Mueller Pocono Lodge No. 780 Stephen Bayard Lodge No. 526 David A. Smith, Sr. Joseph W. Murray Prospect Lodge No. 578 Stichter Lodge No. 254 Arthur W. and Alice F. Brittingham, Jr. among any or all of the following: the Masonic Homes at Elizabethtown; The Pennsylvania Masonic Foundation for Harwood R. Smith Puritan Lodge No. 7 40 Swatara Lodge No. 267 Clifford Capindale Carl W. Myers Quakertown Lodge No. 512 the Prevention of Drug and Alcohol Abuse Among Children; the Pennsylvania Youth Foundation; The Masonic Edward J. Charlton Perry C. and Mary H. Snyder Myrtle Newport Vaux Lodge No. 406 Southern California Charles J. Olsen Richard Vaux Lodge No. 454 Victory Lodge No. 694 Columbia Royal Arch Chapter Mildred Stenberg Riverside Lodge No. 503 Charities Fund; and The Masonic Library and Museum of Pennsylvania. No.9! Clara S. Patterson Washington Lodge No. !56 Francis D. Stillman Royersford Lodge No. 585 Donald G. and Lula Seldomridge Leon B. Pillsbury Whitfield Lodge No. 622 Jacqueline 0. Stoner Mildred D. Port Shiloh Lodge No. 558 William H. Miller Lodge No. 769 Davis You should then make an appointment with your attorney. Your attorney will advise you whether you can give to W. Scott Stoner Shrewsbury Lodge No. 423 Wilson Lodge No. 714 William E.C. and Mary Dearden Kathryn Raber Masonic Charity(ies) simply by adding an amendment known as a Codicil to your Will or whether it would be Foundation Supreme Council Martha A. Rager Slatington Lodge No. 440 Zeredatha Lodge No. 45 1 Walter L. Sykes Bruce M. Reed State College Lodge No. 700 John E.Delp The Hayes Foundation Sunnehanna Lodge No. 742 better to draft an entirely new Will. W. David Douglass Anna M. Rohrer $1,000.00 and higher The Women's Club of Lawncrest Paul C. Duke Irving E. Ruehr Sunset Lodge No. 623 Abraham C. Treichler Lodge No. 682 Gerald 0. Transue Ethel M. Scott Teutonia Lodge No. 367 Athelstan Lodge No. 482 Walter Eber While your attorney will be able to provide you with the exact wording for your gift, the following suggestions George L. Turns, Jr. Thomson Lodge No. 340 Robert E. Eberly George Silverman Avalon Lodge No. 657 Cassia~ Mount Horeb Lodge No. 273 may be helpful. Simply insert the proper name for the specific Masonic Charity(ie s) you wish to re me mbe r in the William J. Ebertshauser Alfred and Louise Tuttle Claire B. Smalley Tyrian Lodge No. 362 Harry R. Ulrich Mary Jane Snedden Valley Lodge No. 499 Chandler Lodge No. 227 Elizabeth Ellis Foundation Erma L. Walton Warren Lodge No. 240 appropriate blanks. Minnie Eller Samuel L. Snyder Concordia Lodge No. 67 Nellie E. Emert Warfel Construction Company Marietta W. Stamets Westfield Lodge No. 477 Dormont Lodge No. 684 Drew W. Washabau Richard Steiert White Rose Lodge No. 706 Ephrata Lodge No. 665 Harry F. Fickley William L. Elkins Lodge No. 646 Fifth Masonic District School of Walter J. Weidner, Jr. Leneus E. Stephey Frankford Lodge No. 292 Devise of Real Estate: I give and devise unto the and its successors, whose George E. and Kathryn R. Wiggins Mae M. Sterling WilliamS. Snyder Lodge No. 75 Franklin-St. John's Trinity Lodge No. 22 I Instruction Eugene L. Wolf Louise R. Stout Williamson Lodge No. 309 Homestead~Arnity Lodge No. 582 address is One North Broad Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107, free and clear of all death taxes, ALL THAT Carl R. Flohr EvaM.Wolf Norman A. Fox Wayne W. Thomas York Lodge No. 266 Infinity Lodge No. 546 CERTAIN lot or piece of ground with the improvements thereon erected situate and known as (here fully describe William A. Fox Adren U. Ziringer A. E. Troutman Jerusalem Lodge No. 506 J. Frank Turley $250.00 - $499.99 Jordan Lodge No. 673 Charles S. and Evelyn M. Fries BEQUESTS the real estate). I direct that the said real estate and the proceeds derived from the sale thereof shall be used and William H. Fritz Edward M. Ulmer Apollo Lodge No. 437 Joseph H. Brown Lodge No. 751 Minnie M. Baker Flora H. Unverzagt Centennial Lodge No. 544 Lodge No. 106 Hazel Fulkerson applied for the purpose of the Ida W. Barndt Kurt R. Walch Columbia Lodge No. 286 Lodge No.43 Lucy Jane Gery Irene C. Beckett Robert T. Girling George F. Wentz Columbia Lodge No. 91 Lodge No.45 William F. Gittler, Sr. E. M. Bingaman Elsie ]. White Equity Lodge No. 591 Lodge No. 62 Robert N. Boerner Howard W. White Eureka Lodge No. 302 Lodge No. 9 Bequests of Personal Property: I give and devise unto the ______and its successors Grand Court Order of the Mary E. Borthwick Amaranth Gilbert F. Wiese, III Greenleaf Lodge No. 561 Mitchell Lodge No. 296 whose address is One North Broad Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107, the sum of Grand Holy Royal Arch Chapter of William Braun, Jr. Jean K. Winters H. Stanley Goodwin Lodge No. 648 Newtown Lodge No. 427 C. Richard Brooks Isaac Hiester Lodge No. 660 Norristown Lodge No. 620 Pennsylvania $ free of all death taxes. Richard E. Gromis Louis F. and Rose L. Bruning LODGES Ivy Lodge No. 397 Olivet~ Orient al Lodge No. 385 John Emanuel Bryan $100.00- $249.99 Kingsbury Lodge No. 466 Orient Lodge No. 683 Kenneth V. Hatt Mamie B. Bush Acacia Lodge No. 355 Lamberton Lodge No. 476 Penna. Meridian Sun Lodge No. 2 A. Clair Hetrick Rewelyn S. and Herta Hildebeidel William F. Clark Ambridge Lodge No. 701 Lehigh Lodge No. 326 Perseverance Lodge No. 21 Bequests and Devise of Residuary Estate: The rest, residue , and re mainder of my estate, real and personal, of Francis L. Gooch Andrew H. Hershey Lodge No. 76 MacCalla Lodge No. 596 Philadelphia~Potter Lodge No. 12 Albert H. and Alma I. Hilliard Kenneth R. Cooper Azalea Lodge No. 687 McKeesport Lodge No. 641 every nature and whatsoever situate, free of all death taxes, I give, devise, and bequeath unto Hiram 81 Masonic Hall Richard Vaux lvarthoe Lodge No. 384 Helen H. Coursen McKinley-Stuckrath Lodge No. 318 Robert C. Hoffman Barger Lodge No. 333 Richmond Lodge No. 230 Catherine M. Creamer Bristol Lodge No. 25 Mozart Lodge No. 436 Robert A. Lamberton Lodge No. 487 , and its successors whose addre ss is One North Broad Street, Philadelphia, Anna S. Husband Mary G. Decker Brownstone Lodge No. 666 Perry~ Ionic Lodge No. 796 Independent Living Community Robert Burns Lodge No. 464 Pennsylvania 19107. David W. DeHaven Craft Group Butler Lodge No. 212 Phoenix Lodge No. 75 Shekinah Lodge No. 246 Clarence R. Drylie Catawissa Lodge No. 349 Porter Lodge No. 284 St. Alban~Swain Lodge No. 529 Independent Living Community Albert L. Einolf Residents' Association Charleroi Lodge No. 615 Prince Edwin Lodge No. 486 University Lodge No. 51 Are There Other Giving Opportunities? Independence Foundation Leroy J. Evans Chartiers Valley Lodge No. 7 47 Skerrett Lodge No. 343 Warren Lodge No. 310 Marjorie M. Fleth Community Lodge No. 744 South Gate ~Marshall Lodge No. 808 Washington Lodge No. 265 International Order of the Rainbow Frank S. Ford for Girls Crafton Lodge No. 653 Springfield-Hanby Lodge No. 76 Washington Lodge No. 59 Yes. Depe nding on your personal circumstances, you may wish to consider an outright gift of cash, securities, Jack H. Clarke Charitable Trust Joseph A. Gausman, Jr. Crawford Lodge No. 234 St. John's Lodge No. 233 William Penn Lodge No. 732 John F. Glueck Crescent Lodge No. 576 St. John's Lodge No. 435 Williamson-Corinthian Lodge No. 368 Edward F. John real of personal property or life insurance. You may find the benefits offered by a charitable gift annuity, pooled Joseph Kennard Skilling Trust James B. Grieves Cromwell Lodge No. 572 W. K. Bray Lodge No. 410 Edna R. Gustafson Dallas Lodge No. 508 West Shore Lodge No. 681 income fund, or charitable re mainder trust compelling. Such methods typically offer a life income for up to two Evelyn S. Kelly Eleanor B. Hannums Dietrick Lamade Lodge No. 755 William B. Hackenburg Mt. Mariah Kensington~Kadosh Commandery Fred H. Harrison Great care has been taken to persons and can provide we lcome savings in taxes. No. 54 East Me Keesport Lodge No. 765 Lodge No. !55 George S. Hellerick Edwin G. Martin Lodge No. 689 William D. Mcilroy Lodge 758 ensure the accuracy and thor~ Robert and Marilyn M. Kimmerly Theodore R. and Lillian S. Yaughiagheny Lodge No. 583 oughness of the lists of names Ladies Auxiliary Mountain Emmaus Lodge No. 792 To learn more about charitable b equests and othe r me thods of giving, please call the Development Office at the Helmbold Fund of the Pittsburgh included in the contributor report. Commandary No. 10 Everett Lodge No. 524 Foundation Factoryville Lodge No. 341 We regret any errors or omissions. Masonic Homes at (717) 367-1121, extension 3331 1 or (800) 599-6454. Sidney J. and Sophia L. $500.00 - $999.99 Evelyn Hernandez If an error has been made, please Laudenslayer Fort Washington Lodge No. 308 Alliquippa Lodge No. 375 Gustav G. Heybach notify the Development Office at Thomas F. and Marion A. Lazarus Franklin Lodge No. 263 Armstrong Lodge No. 239 Meredith C. and Ruth Allen Hill George W. Bartram LodgeNo. 298 Barger Lodge No. 325 (717) 367-1121 , ext. 33311. We will Martha M. Lessig Geraldine Hochgertel b e happy to correct our records. The official registration and financial information for each of the Masonic Charities m ay b e obtaine d from the Pennsylvania De partme nt Elmer L. Letcher Germania Lodge No. 509 Belle Vernon Lodge No. 643 Lena Hoffmaster Goddard Lodge No. 383 Bethel Lodge No. 761 Thank you. Jay and Martha Liotta of Sta te by calling toll free, within Pe nnsylvania, 1-800-732-0999. Registration doe s not imply e ndorse me nt. M asonic Charities 1996 Annual Report M asonic Charities 1996 Annual Report