Mason-At-Sight In Harrisburg, September 24 ~fa,onic T emple One North Broad Street In the presence of R.W. Grand Master Edward H. Mason's Degrees in the afternoon. Philadelphia, PA 19107-2520 Fowler, Jr., Ernest D. Preate, Jr., the Attorney General The Entered Apprentice Mason's Degree will be Con­ (215} 988- 1934 of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, will be made a ferred by Lodge Officers from the Eastern Region of Mason-At-Sight at a Special Communication of Grand Pennsylvania; the Fellowcraft Mason's Degree by Rare Collection of Fine Art Returns to Lodge in Zembo Shrine Temple in Harrisburg on Officers from the Northeast Region, and the Master Friday, September 24. Grand Lodge will open at 10 a.m. Mason's Degree by Officers from the Phil adelphia The Masonic Library and Museum of Pennsylvania and the Entered Apprentice Mason's Degree will be Region. Conferred. After lunch in the adjacent Scottish Rite "Ernie" Preate, a native of Old Forge, near Scranton, Early this year the sale of the Kelchner (originally the Holman Art Collection, of Cathedral, Grand Lodge will reconvene in the Shrine holds a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from the Philadelphia) Art Collection was brought to the attention of the Board of Directors of Temple for the Conferring of the Fellowcraft and Master Continued on page 5 The Masonic Library and Museum of Pennsylvania. This collection consists of over fifty items of unusual water colors, charcoals, and oil paintings of King Solomon's Temple. This art work was originally produced for exhibit at the Chicago Exposition of 1906. Many of these paintings, drawings, and sketches are the originals of the illustrations used in the Masonic Edition of the Kelchner (Holman) Bible, and relate to the construction of King Solomon's Temple. While still the property of the A. J. Holman Bible Company of Philadelphia, the collection was loaned to the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania for display in the Masonic Temple, Philadelphia. The collection remained in the Temple through the early 1970's. Many of the paintings were on dis­ play in the old Banquet Room which was on the fourth floor of the Masonic Temple. AN OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE RIGHT WORSHIPFUL GRAND LODGE OF FREE AND ACCEPTED MASONS OF PENNSYLVANIA Also returning to the Temple is the model of King Solomon's Temple which was on display in VOLUME XL AUGUST 1993 NUMBER3 Philadelphia in the Benjamin Franklin Reception Room until 1985. When the old Holman Collection was purchased by the Kelchner Bible Company, the entire Dedication Day in Gettysburg collection was re-assembled at their headquarters in Hamilton, Canada. The purchase of this outstanding collection was Historic Masonic Every Mason Should made possible through the Brother Maxwell Memorial Monument Join the Thrill and Sommerville Bequest. We are most pleased that this valuable collection has made its way home to the Recreated in Patriotism of Masonic Temple in Philadelphia. Limited Edition Dedication Day FRIEND TO FRIEND MASONIC MEMORIAL Sculptures and Program, Parade THE GRAND LODGE F .&A.M. OF PENNSYLVANIA DEDICATION BANQUET Medallions in Gettysburg Masonic Homes Second Class Brethren and friends who are in Dedication Day for the Friend Development & Public Relations POSTAGE Enclosed is my check for $- ,---­ One Masonic Drive PAID for r~serva ti on s at $30.00 per Gettysburg on Saturday, August to Friend Masonic Memorial on Elizabethtown, PA 17022-2199 Lancaster, ticket for the Friend to Friend Masonic 21, will be part of making history Saturday, August 21, in PA 17022-2199 Memorial Dedication Ba nquet to be while they are commemorating the Gettysburg will be one of the most and Additional held at 7:00 p.m., Saturday, August 21 historic drama of Brotherhood outstanding days in the history of Offices in the Gra nd Ba nque t Hall of the Undivided on the Battlefield. Pennsylvania Freemasonry. It will be Ramada Inn, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The larger-than­ memorable and commemorative. Ma k e check pa yable to the Gra nd life, imposing origi- Dedication, Capstone Ceremonies LodgeofPA nal sculpture by Ron The 9:30 a.m. Dedication Ceremony for the Tunison has been years in Friend to Friend Masonic Memorial Monument, and Name the making and will repre­ placing of a Capstone on a time capsule will be dramati­ sent a stirring commem­ cally impressive as well as reverently inspiring. Lodge No. oration of the virtues Against a striking backdrop of scores of massed of Freemasonry and American flags at the crest of the knoll behind the new Address Brotherhood. The Monument, the historic Dedication Ceremonies will commitment of begin with a Processional of Pennsylvania Grand Lodge City/State/Zip the Grand Officers, Grand Masters from Jurisdictions across the Lodge United States and Canada, District Deputy Grand Telephone (Area Code) on behalf Masters, and guest dignitaries. The Processional will of proceed along a roadway across the National Cemetery Please include a stamped, self-addressed Annex in front of the Monument, while the large gath­ envelope. Mail reservation request to: on page 7 ering anticipated to attend will view the Ceremonies The Office of t he Grand Master from a new entrance plaza and other roadways amid The Masonic Temple the hundreds of bronze-plaqued graves of veter ans of One North Broad S treet many wars. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to above. Phila delphia, PA 19107-2598 Please include complete imprint of address on your postal return clipping. Continued on page 4 20 Grand Lodge Makes Possible Dramatic Pictorial History, "The United States Capitol" In th e historic original Sen ate Chambers of the U.S. Capitol, R.W. Brethren, and heritage as Freemasons reenact the Laying of the Grand Master Edward H. Fowler , If our Illustrious Brother , Cornerstone during Bicentennial ceremonies at the U.S. Jr., presented a check to the United the Late President Harry S. Capitol. It also was with great pride that I joined States Capitol Pres ervati on Truman and a Past Grand Brethren this past April in Alexandria-Washington Commission that assured the publi­ Master of Missouri, were Lodge No. 22 for their Charter Night- the first cation of The United States Capitol, with us today, I suspect he Pennsylvania Grand Master to visit that Lodge since a dramatic pictorial history being would be deeply involved in R.W. Grand Master James Milnor in 1811. Bro. and produced to h elp cel ebrate the the Masonic Renewal effort. President George Washington was the first Worshipful Bicentennial of the seat of our gov­ More than likely, he would Master of that Lodge, which was originally Lodge No. ernment. On September 18, come up with one of his 39 under the "Masonic Jurisdiction Thereunto F reemasons, including R.W. G.M. insightful "The buck stops Belonging'' of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania. Fowler will r eenact the Laying of here" type of inspirational In June, I saw the progress of Freemasonry in Paris, the Cornerstone two hundred years quotations to spur u s on. as guest for the dedication of the new building and ago. However, there is a quota­ headquarters of the French National Grand Lodge. The United S tates Capitol, a high Architect of the United States Capitol., George White (photo above), accept s tion of his that we can apply Where there is freedom, Freemasonry can be found. quality, glossy commemorative his­ the c ontribution of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylv a nia to the U.S. Bro. Edward H. Fowler, Jr. posthumously that corre­ Within the past two years, Masonic Lodges have begun Preservation Commission to assure publication of the pictorial history of R. W. Grand Master tory to be released this summer, lates men and history, lead­ Meeting legally for the first time since the pre-war days includes n early 200 of t h e finest the U.S. Capitol from R.W. Gr and Master Edward H. Fowler, J r. Lookin g on ership a nd prog ress and of World War II in the former Soviet Union. Since the (fr om left) a re Donnald Anderson, Clerk of the U .S. H ouse of color photographs select ed from Representa tives, and Fred J. Maroon, the r enowned photographer. At right opportunity and change. removal of the Iron Curtain, a third Lodge is about to be more than a thousand taken for this Constituted at Kiev in the former Russia. The first two is Joseph Stewart, Secretary of the U.S. Senate. "Men make history and not the other way publication by the world r enowned are in Moscow. Hopefully, with the increased activity, photographer, Fred J . Maroon. The included." This outstanding book is Senate. Also present were Fred and around. In periods where there is no leadership, we could see a Grand Lodge operating in Russia in the society stands still. Progress occurs when coura­ author of the historical text is the to become one of the United States Suzy Maroon. . near future. photographer's wife, Suzy. Government's official gifts to visit­ The United States Capitol will be geous, skillful leaders seize the opportunity to In my travels as Grand Master, I have been a witness change things for the better." The Capitol Pre servation ing heads of state. available soon from The Masonic to the opportunity and enthusiasm of change in Committee said that the $20,000 The contribution was formally Librar y and Museum of From Philadelphia, Valley Forge and Gettysburg to Pennsylvania, throughout the country from Washington support by t he Grand Lodge of presented to George White, the P ennsylva nia, Masonic Temple , Pittsburgh and Perryopolis ... fr om our Nation's to Hawaii, in England and Eur ope. The spirit, pride, Pennsylvania not only assured pub­ Architect of the United Sta t es One North Broad Street , Capital and Alexandria, Virginia, to Alaska . . . from vitality and enthusiasm in our Fraternity today is evi­ lication of the pictorial history, but Capitol, witnessed by Donna ld Philadelphia, PA 19107-2520. For England and France to the former Soviet Union ... dent, not only among the Brethren, but also by the pub­ also insured that " ... a very, ver y Anderson, Clerk of the U.S. House each $50.00 contribution t o the Masonic leadership today is seizing the opportunity to lic, the communities, and among leaders in governments importa nt a nd signifi ­ of R epresentat ives, and Joseph En dowment Fund, the donor will change. They are taking Freemasonry to the people. The at all levels. It is exciting. cant chapter of the book would be Stewar t , S e cretary of the U .S. receive one copy. m en are proud of the history and heritage of Brethren who have participated in the HIRAM I Freemasonry and are demonstrating daily that the prin­ Leadership and Management Program have echoed, in ciples, values and traditions of the Fraternity are mean­ their own words, the same evaluation as Bro. Harry ingful and vital in today's world. Truman: Men make history ... leadership brings about The "Brotherhood Undivided" message of the Friend progress .. . change creates opportunity. to Friend Masonic Memorial about to be dedicated on Pennsylvania Fr eemasons and Masons throughout August 21 at the Gettysburg National Military Park North America and worldwide are for ging Masonic Grand Master Subordinate Lodge reflects well the bond that exists among Freemasons Renewal. The Fraternity is Building for the Future ... Appointments Investing Opportunity and their willingness to extend a h elping hand to Today! mankind in communities everywhere. Thousands of the Fraternally, Family of Freemasonry will participate as many thou­ The Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania, as part of its continuing sands upon thousands experience the dedication and Q~IJ-f~~~ . excitement of Brotherhood on parade. Br o. Ber n ard S. Frank, study on ways to assist Subordinate Lodges, has given to them Millions, including my representation of the Grand Edward H. Fowler, Jr., Lodge No. 246 the opportunity to invest through the Grand Lodge's Lodge of Pennsylvania, will share the pride of history R.W. Grand Master as Grand Chaplain Consolidated Fund. The Consolidated Fund in made up on monies of the Grand Lodge and all of its entities, collectively York Rite Honors Right Worshipful Grand Master pooled to take advantage of lower management fees, greater Br o. Robert R.Haver s, Sr., The York Rite Bodies in Western Pennsylvania return opportunities and decreased risks. sponsored the Edward H. Fowler, Jr., York Rite Lodge No. 538 Due to SEC regulations, the Grand Lodge can only permit a Festival on February 26, 27 and March 5, 6 in as Grand Marshal total of 90 Lodges to accept this opportunity. Twenty-three of honor of the R.W. Grand Master. The climax was the Knighting of ninety-three new Sir Knights fol­ our Subordinate Lodges have committed to date an intent to lowed by a banquet with the Ladies when the Br o. Richar d D. Clark , invest with this fund. This program should offer an assist to the Grand Master addressed the assembly. Pictured Subordinate Lodges to meet financial obligations. in the front row from left to right are: Lodge No. 643 Companion Robert L. Engel, M.E.G.H.P.; Bro. as Grand Pursuivant Edward H. Fowler, Jr., R.W.G.M.; Sir Knight David E. Alcon, R.E.G.C.; and Ill. Companion William P. Orr, R.P.D.G.M. 2 3 Dedication Day Program, continued tram page 1 Tentative Parade Make-Up Schedule ofDedication Events The dramatic statue atop the "Brother hood Masonic dress with their Collars and Aprons and all The Friend to Friend Masonic Memorial Dedication Parade Undivided" pedestal depicting Masonic Brothers, Union Masons who care t o join the march. will comprise six Divisions, numbered and identified by color Friend to Friend Masonic Captain Bingham coming to the aid of Confederate All Masons are invited to participate (be at the with a Commander and an Assistant Commander for each Memorial Monument Capitol. General Armistead, will be unveiled by R.W. Grand assembly area by 1:00 p.m.). The only requirement is to Division. The tentative make-up of the Parade is: Master Edward H. Fowler, Jr., t he National Park wear a dark business suit and tie. Masons may wear DIVISION 1 (Purple) FRIDAY, August 20 Service of the Department of Interior, and Sculptor Ron their own Lodge Aprons or paper Aprons will be provid­ Grand Marshals, Military Band, Flags, Grand Sword 5:30 p.m. Grand Master's Reception Tunison. ed by Grand Lodge at the start of the parade. Bearer, Grand Master's Car, Deputy Grand Master's Car, (By Invitation - Formal Dress) After the formal Dedication of the Monument, Grand The Family of Freemasonry will be in full force Grand Wardens' Car, Grand Secretary's And Grand Ramada Inn Patio Treasurer's Car, Past Grand Masters' Cars, Visiting U.S. Master Fowler will present the title to the Monument to throughout the parade. Many Units from Shrine 7:30p.m. Patriotic Banquet the United States Department of Interior, National Temples, Tall Cedars, York Rit e, Scottish Rite, Grand Masters' Cars, Canadian Grand Masters' Cars, Band, (By Invitation - Formal Dress) Park Service. There will be acceptance remarks and a DeMolay, Rainbow for Girls, Job's Daughters, Order of Other Guests, District Deputy Grand Masters, etc. and Blue Ramada Inn Ballroom Grand Master representing all of the visiting Grand Eastern Star, Amaranth, Grotto are expected. Masonic Lodge Officers (all Worshipful Masters together, Senior Masters from the United States and Canada will speak Organizations, particularly the Masonic foundations Wardens together and Junior Wardens together) then all SATURDAY, August 21 to recognize the national and Fraternal significance of and youth groups have been invited to have floats in Masons desiring to march (dark business suit and Apron). 9:30 a.m. Friend to Friend Masonic Memorial the event. R. W. Grand Master Fowler's Oration will the parade. DIVISION 2 (Blue) Monument Dedication and conclude the Dedication Ceremonies. Grand Lodges, Symbolic Lodges and Affiliated Units Massed Colors, Band, York Rite Units, Scottish Rite Units. Capstone Laying Ceremonies from surrounding states have indicated plans to join in Gettysburg National Cemetery Annex Dedication Day Parade the Gettysburg event. Civil War reenactment groups DIVISION 3 (Green) More than five thousand are expected to participate and historical organizations have also sought to partici­ Color Guard, Zembo Temple Units, Rainbow for Girls. 1:30 p.m. Friend to Friend Dedication Parade­ in the six-division parade of nearly two miles, stepping Middle St., Baltimore St., Steinwebr pate. One of the earliest responses came from a contin­ DIVISION 4 (Red) out from the assembly area at the Lutheran Theological gent of more than a hundred reenactors from Ave., Queen St. to Recreation Park Syria Temple Units, Knights, DeMolay, Knights of Reviewing Stand on Baltimore St. Seminary at 1:30 p.m. It is estimated that it will take Connecticut. two hours for the parade to pass in review. The review­ Pythagoras, Lulu Temple Units, Rajah Temple Units. at the High School Campus ing platform will be near the midpoint of the parade at Dedication Banquet DIVISION 5 (Orange) the entrance to the High School Complex on Baltimore 7:00p.m. Friend to Friend Dedication Banquet A capacity attendance of a thousand is expected at Tall Cedars Units, Jaffa Temple, Civil War Re-Enactment Units. (Tickets Required - See Coupon, Page 20 Street. the Dedication Banquet in the redecorated ballroom of DIVISION 6 (Yellow) Limited to 1,000) The first division, led by R.W. Grand Master Fowler, the Ramada Inn south of Gettysburg at 7:00p.m. Ramada Inn Ballroom the Officers of the R.W. Grand Lodge, visiting Grand Grotto, National Campers, Other Participants. Masters from across the United States and Canada, Patriotic Banquet government officials and dignitaries, will present a most R.W. Grand Master Fowler will host a reception and THE PENNSYLVANIA FREEMASON outstanding display of Freemasonry. Following will be banquet Friday evening, August 20, in the Ramada Inn Mason-At-Sight, continued from page 1 VOL. XL AUGUST 1993 NO. 3 Publication No. USPS 426-140 Elected Officers of the Symbolic Lodges of Pennsylvania for the visiting U.S. and Canadian Grand Masters, gov­ University of Eighteen new drug laws that he Issued Quarterly - a ll Worshipful Masters en masse, then Senior ernment officials, the Sculptor and key persons involved Pennsy l­ proposed have been enacted, includ­ Summer issue of 1993 at the Masonic Wardens togeth er and Junior Wardens as a bloc - in with the Friend to Friend Masonic Memorial. va nia 's ing mandatory drug education and Homes, Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania and The Right Worshipful Grand Lodge of the ------· ~ (Clip and Take to Gettysburg) ~------Wharton improved drug treatment. He dra­ Most Ancient and Honorable Fraternity of School, and matically expanded the number of Free and Accepted Masons of Pennsylvania MAP OF PARADE ROUTE and Masonic Jurisdiction Thereunto GETTYSBURG, PA earned his local municipal drug task forces Belonging. Law Degree from ten to fifty-four. Saturday, August 21, 1993 GRAND LODGE OFFICERS in 1965 from Ernie Preate has been an envi­ Bro. Edward H. Fowler, Jr. ~C HAMBER S BURG [EJ (Overflow) i the Univer­ ronmentalist since before it was a R. W. Grand Master Bro. George H. Hohenshildt 'lr Getty's School '-.'c sity of Penn­ popular issue, and helped to write R. W. Deputy Grand Master .Jolt.- ~ ~- ~HIPPENSBURG sylvania Law the 1977 federal law that regulates Bro. Edward 0. Weisser ,~.,. Gettysbur I School. In­ strip-mining. R. W. Senior Grand Warden .,,/" Coflege g CAR LISLE Bro. James L. Emette stead of en­ A hands-on leader, he argued R. W. Junior Grand Warden ~0 l1?J tering the twice before the U.S. Supreme ~ r-~~~=' Bro. Marvin G. Speicher Ernest D. Preate legal profes- Court during his first term, and R. W. Grand Treasurer Bro. Thomas W. Jackson CEJ sion immedi­ appeared before the State Supreme R. W. Grand Secretary ately, he volunteered for combat Court. In just four years, Ernie EDITORIAL BOARD duty in Vietnam as a U.S. Marine. Preate emerged as a leader on the Bro. William J. Prazenica He won five medals and rose to the nationa l l evel , ch airing the Editor Bro. Fred D. Rissinger rank of Captain. Criminal Law Committee of the Associate Editor Returning home, Ernie Preate National Association of Attorneys Bro. John H. Platt, Jr. ~ ARKING AND SHUTTLE BUSES began his public service career as General; testified before Congress Associate Editor Bro. Blaine F. Fabian FOR PEOPLE TO VIEW PARADE an Assistant District Attorney, fol­ and advised the U.S. Jus tice Editorial Production Coordinator Dispersal lowed by three terms as District Department, and he served as the Area Parking areas have been designated at several (All articles and photos become the property school lots, at Gettysburg College and an unoc­ Attorney. He built a trial record founding chairperson of the ofGrand Lodge.) cupied mall , all identified by th e ~ on the map. that established him as one of the American Bar Association's newest Distribution Office- Mailing Address Shuttle buses will transport those who want to best courtroom prosecutors any­ division, the Government and MASONIC HOMES view the parade (not parade participate) from where. Public Sector Lawyers Division. One Masonic Dr., Elizabethtown, PA 17022-2199 Reviewing the ~lots to the Shuttle Station~on the High Published By: Now in his second term as the "We are certainly proud and hon­ R.W. Grand Lodge ofPA stand School Campus near the Reviewing Stand. Attorney General of Pennsylvania, ored to have this dis tinguished One Masonic Dr., Elizabethtown, PA 17022-2199 Shuttles will run continuously and return people he is recognized not only statewide, P ennsylvanian join the ranks of Postmaster From the§§] to the~ lots after the parade. Send address changes to above. but n ationally, as a l eader in Freemasonry in our Jurisdiction," Second Class Postage Paid at Lancaster, PA Pennsylvania's war on drugs. R.W. Grand Master Fowler said. To 4 Ramada 5 '"" / ~ if l The Civil War Masonic Association FroII) tbe Gral)d Secretary'5 De5k ... The Civil War Masonic Association originally had its start as an informal gathering of Civil War reenactors, who also happened to be Masons. These Brothers have My Brethren: regards as superior to him. But at acknowledge that tomorrow is built the same time look down upon those upon today. Life is for today-not been randomly meeting as such in the reenactor com­ Some years ago the then whom he regards as not his equal. yesterday. We can become today munity since 1989. Then, on March 8, 1992, at an NCO Sovereign Grand Commander of the Such action diminishes the observ­ what we want to become, but not by School of the Soldier held in Framingham, Mass., this Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, er. Freemasonry teaches the equal­ dreaming of the past. The following small group of dedicated Brothers decided to have a get­ Southern Jurisdiction, Henry ity of man irrespective of position. quotation I kept in the front of my together at an reenactment, and to post announcements Clausen, wrote a book titled Beyond We should always recognize that classroom during my teaching to that effect. the Ordinary. Although Brother there is no one in life from whom we years: " I had no shoes, and I cried, The CWMA had its existance finally formalized on Clausen was not applying this title cannot learn something. We each and then I met a man who had no June 13, 1992, when these Brothers did indeed get to Freemasonry, what a descriptive become a reflection of all of our life's feet." We do not rise by crying over together for the first time in a semi-official Meeting at Wompatuck State Park, in Hingham, Mass. purpose it does imply! experiences modified by our person­ what we lack. We must continue to Presentation of an engraved Gavel from Cornerstone Freemasonry's goal has always ality. For that reason, we never improve what we have and build It was discussed and voted not to limit this organiza­ Lodge to the Civil War Masonic Association at Monroe, been to start with the best we can know what lasting influence anoth­ upon it. We must practice the basic tion's growth by adopting any regionalizing name, but New York, this past Labor day weekend (1992). From find and, through the teachings of er may have upon our life, nor do precept that we are a Brotherhood rather seek to embrace the entire Country, and to left to right: Past Master of Cornerstone Lodge No. 711, our moral lessons, attempt to we know what lasting influence we of Man under the Fatherhood of choose a name which would fit that ideal. Soon after, Monroe, New York, Claude Horstmann; President of the improve upon that best. None of us may have upon the life of another. God. After all, it is this precept the formal name of "Civil War Masonic Association" was CWMA, and Senior Steward, Solar Lodge No. 14, Bath, who has been active in Freemasonry, since its inception, above all others that has made accepted by the Members and was quickly followed by Maine, David Roberts; and Senior Warden of Daytime Freemasonry can have failed to rec­ has been an organization which has Freemasonry what it is. the adoption of the logo now used on all of the "official" Lodge No. 144, Meriden, Connecticut, Robert Cornell. ognize the qualitative improvement impacted positively the reflection of Most of us will never leave any correspondence. in the Members of our Craft as they its Members and in this regard has big mark on this world, but we can The logo depicts two soldiers, an overcoated infantry­ If you would wish to contact the Civil War Masonic continue to learn the meaning of always been "beyond the ordinary". all leave some mark. We certainly man in Blue shaking hands with a cavalryman in Gray. Association, please feel free to write to: these moral lessons. We have a tendency today to can all be Brothers and in so doing Over each are their individual flags of conviction, how­ It is not for every man to be attempt to evaluate ourselves in contribute immensely to the future ever, between flags is s uspended the Square and Civil War Masonic Association great, but it is for every man to be terms of quantity instead of quality of our Craft. The British poet, Compasses, denoting a unity... a bond that transends all P.O. Box 836 • Bath, Maine 04530 or call: (207) 442-0882 greater than he wi ll be. If and, as a result, tend to lament that William Blake wrote, "I sought my others...... Brotherhood. Freemasonry can serve by being the we may not be as great as we once soul, but my soul I could not see. I motivation as well as the conduit were, simply because our numbers sought my God, but my God eluded which stimul ates its Members to were not as high as they once were. me. I sought my Brother; I found Limited Editions, continued tram page 1 become greater, what a purpose for This is an unfortunate appraisal of all three." Think about it-so sim­ Pennsylvania Freemasons to create and sustain this Gettysburg. And, when visiting Gettysburg, you will being! the Craft. ple a thought yet so "beyond the unique Fraternal legacy of a "Brotherhood Undivided" view the Monument with pride, knowing that you own Unfortunately, man has a ten­ We must never forget the great­ ordinary." has been great and it is hoped that all Masons will want one of these Official Commemoratives. dency to look up to those whom he ness of our history, but we must to be part of and support this memorable, enormous undertaking. Free Documentary Video In recognition of t h e special generosity of those Valuable Collector Editions Brothers acquiring the Commemorative Sculptures or Masonic Temple In an effort to provide all Masons with a "Piece of medallions, each will receive, free of charge, a copy of One North Broad Street Masonic History" for their homes, R.W. Grand Master the stirring one-half hour color video titled, "Friend to Philadelphia, PA 19107-2598 Edward H. Fowler, Jr. has commissioned the sculptor to Friend - A Brotherhood Undivided." The documentary (215) 988-1909 create a one-twelfth collector-sized rendition of the relates the dramatic events of war and Brotherhood Monument to be issued in strictly limited editions of among men that inspired the Friend to Friend Masonic Masonic Senior Essay Awards Ceremony bronzed porcelain, fine American pewter and twenty­ Memorial Monument. four karat gold electroplated pewter. These sculptures Scenes from Pickett's Charge are depicted, including The Winners of the Masonic Education Senior Essay are being reserved for Pennsylvania Masons initially the gripping moment in the Battle that inspired our contest were honored at Children's Day at the Patton because the initial demand is expected to be great and Masonic Monument as Union Captain Bingham assist­ Campus in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania on May 28, supplies will be limited. ed confederate General Armistead as gesture of 1993. Six seniors and their parents were invited to come In addition, the sculpture will be rendered in the "Brotherhood Undivided." Historically accurate details to Elizabethtown as guests of Grand Lodge to receive form of a ''high relief' medallion to be minted in proof of that scene are recalled as the renowned sculptor, Ron their scholarships. quality for those Brethren who are collectors of limited Tunison, is seen shaping and detailing the magnificent The Senior Essay Contest required each entrant to edition numismatics. These medallions will be issued in statue. Each stage of development, from clay to finished prepare a 1,500-word essay on "How can I best serve numbered editions of bronze, silver and gold-plated sil­ bronze, installation at the Gettysburg site and the dedi­ mankind." Five $1,000.00 scholarships were awarded to ver vermeil. cation ceremonies, will all be shown as a permanent the fmalists and one $2,500.00 scholarship was given to Certificates of Authenticity will accompany each record of this historic work. You will be proud to show the State winner, Melissa S. Rayburg, Area C-1 of Erie, sculpture and medallion, bearing the signatures ofR.W. this video to your family and friends, to display your Pennsylvania. The five finalists were: Kerryn Michelle Shown with G.M. Fowler are from left to right: Grand Master Fowler, Sculptor Tunison and the commemorative collectibles based directly from the orig­ Brown, Area A-1, Buckingham; Shannon Marie Eberly, Shannon Marie Eberly; Shelley Dawn Otto; Kerryn President of the Foundry. inal Memorial Monument, and to know that you have Area A-2, Myerstown; Trevor Knoebel, Area B-1, Michelle Brown; Trevor Knoebel and Deborah M. Clark. Those Brethren who step forward now to reserve contributed to establishing this legacy and continuing Catawissa; Shelley Dawn Otto, Area B-3, Salisbury and The State winner, Melissa S. Rayburg, Area C-1, was these "Friend to Friend" Sculptures and Medallions will the Brotherhood! Deborah M. Clark, Area C-2, Vandergrift. unable to attend the festivities, due to a death in the not only be acquiring a most valuable and magnificent Please examine the enclosed color brochure describ­ Masons of Pennsylvania are proud of the youth of our family. work of art, but will also take pride in knowing that roy­ ing the commemorative in greater detail and providing State and support them in their educational endeavors shown us again that youth today are serious, h ard­ alities on their purchases will h ave funded the creation you with a reservation form for ordering. A toll-free 800 and career goals. This fine group of young people has working, and dedicated to supporting our Country. of the permanent Masonic Memorial Monument at number is available and credit cards are accepted. 6 7 ..&. Grand Master's Itinerary I July 1993 23 District Deputy Grand Master's Meeting, Harrisburg One Masonic Drive 26 Board of Directors, Drug and Alcohol Foundation, 24 Extra Communication, Mason-At-Sight, Harrisburg r ~ l Eli.:abethtown, Pennsylvania 17022-2199 Masonic Conference Center, Elizabethtown 25 Grand Master's Day, Masonic Homes, Elizabethtown :M.,_.: Ma5ol)ic Holl)e5 (717) 367-1121 26 Line Officer's Staff Meeting, Masonic Conference Ctr. 25 Lodge No. 409, 125th Anniversary, Pine Grove 30 Lodge No. 416, 125th Anniversary, Edinboro October 1993 31 Board ofDirectors, Pennsylvania Youth Foundation 1 Executive StaffMeeting, Elizabethtown Meeting, Masonic Conference Center, Elizabethtown 1 Committee on Masonic Homes, Elizabethtown Masonic Health Care Center 31 Special Communication of Grand Lodge, for the 2 Special Communication of Grand Lodge for the purpose of Dedicating Lodge Room and Cornerstone purpose of Dedicating Lodge Room and Cornerstone Open House ofNew East Wing Laying, Cm·lisle Masonic Temple, Carlisle Laying, Charity Lodge No. 190, Jeffersonville August 1993 8-9 Masonic Education Seminar, Elizabethtown 3 Trustees of Consolidated Fund and Administrators of 9 Honor Day, Order of Rainbow for Girls, Bellevue Residents, employ­ Armstrong, State Pension Plan Meeting, Philadelphia 11-13 Grand Lodge of California ees, the i r families, Representative; C . 7 Masonic Congress, Masonic Conference Center, 16 Lodge No. 427, 125th Anniversary, Woodside Masons, a nd neigh­ Bud Greiner, the Elizabethtown 18-20 Grand Lodge of Kentucky bors gathered for an Elizabethtown 7 Lodge No. 601, 100th Anniversm-y, Irwin 21 Line Officers' StaffMeeting, Elizabethtown Open House on Mayor; and members 8-13 Pennsylvania DeMolay Key Man Conference, 22 Masonic Homes Committee, Elizabethtown S unday, April 25, of the Elizabethtown Masonic Conference Center, Elizabethtown 22 Library & Museum Board Meeting, Masonic Confer­ from 1:00 p.m. to Borough Council who 14 Special Communication of Grand Lodge, for the ence Center, Elizabethtown took time from their purpose of Dedicating Lodge Room of Bethel Lodge 23 Drug & Alcohol Board Meeting, Masonic Conference 4:00p.m. No. 789, Lower Burrell Center, Elizabethtown The Open House busy schedules to 20 Gettysburg Monument, Patriotic Banquet 23 Pennsylvania Youth Foundation Board Meeting, drew hundreds of come and s hare in 21 Gettysburg Monument Unveiling, Dedication Masonic Conference Center, Elizabethtown individuals wh o were this celebration. Ceremony, Parade, Dedication Banquet 23 Lodge No. 218, 150th Anniversary, Honesdale interested in seeing This Open House 28-9/1 Supreme Council, Boston, MA 25-27 Grand Lodge of Georgia the most recent addi­ provided many an September 1993 30 Lodge No. 431, 125th Anniversary, Saltsburg tion by the Masonic opportunity to see 10 Mid Atlantic Shrine Association, Virginia Beach, VA November 1993 Fraternity to t he the tremendous work 11 Lodge No. 401, 125th Anniversary, Watsontown 5-6 Line Officers' Seminar, Elizabethtown Masonic Health Care done by the Com­ 14 Lodge No. 599, 100th Anniversary, Elwood City 6 Lodge No. 426, 125th Anniversary, Cressona Cen ter, and to tour mittee on Masonic 16 Lodge No. 408, 125th Anniversary, Meadville 7-9 Grand Lodge ofNevada and visit with resi­ Homes in the plan­ 17-19 Bicentennial Weekend, Celebration in the Nation's 13 Lodge No. 600, 100th Anniversary, Philadelphia dents who live in this ning of this building Capital 14-16 Grand Lodge of Maryland new building. to meet the needs of 20 Lodge No. 623, Stated Meeting, Washington 20 Valley of New Castle Reunion, A.A.S.R., New Castle 23 Committee on Finance Meeting, Harrisburg The Grand Lodge the Masonic Frater­ 30 Committee on Finance Meeting, Philadelphia was represented by nity for th e future. Bro. George H . If you were not Tentative Schedule of Events for Grand Master's Day Hohen shildt, R. W. William C. Davis, Jr., Administrator, Health Care Services, gives a able to join us for the Deputy Grand tour of the building to visitors. Open House, we September 25th Master, in welcoming would be happy to TOURS individuals for tours provide a tour for you and light refreshment s. on Grand Master's Day on Saturday, September 25, 10:00 A.M. - 3:30P.M. Bus Tours of Masonic Homes Formal Gardens 10:00 A.M. - 3:30P.M. Bus Tours of Masonic Conference Center Formal Gardens The Masonic Homes was very pleased to welcome 1993, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00p.m. 10:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Tours of the Independent Living Community Independent Living Community Bro. Noah W. Wenger, State Senator; Thomas E. 10:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Tours of Masonic Health Care Center Masonic Health Care Center 11:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. Residents' Rooms Open House Village Green 11:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. Residents' Rooms Open House Village Green Apartments ENTERTAINMENT 10:00 A.M. Village Green Apartments Village Grteen Apartments Ribbon Cutting Ceremony by R.W. Grand Master 10:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Zembo Shrine Clowns Village Green, Masonic Temple, & Masonic Health Care Center 10:00 A.M. - 4:00P.M. Face Painters Masonic Temple 10:00 A.M. - 4:00P.M. Tall Cedar Special Car Unit Village Green 10:00 A.M. - 4:00P.M. Carousel Organ Village Green 10:00 A.M. - 11:00 A.M. Bavarian Barons Village Green 10:00 A.M. - 11:00 A.M. Zemba Shrine Oriental Band Masonic Temple 10:00 A.M. - 11:00 A.M. Schlossmen German Band Masonic Health Care Center 11:15 A.M.- 12:00 Noon Bainbridge Band Village Green 11:15 A.M.- 12:15 P .M. Bavarian Barons Masonic Temple 12:15 P .M.- 12:45 P .M. Greater Kensington String Band Village Green 12:30 P .M. - 1:15 P .M. Hot House Band Masonic Temple 12:30 P .M.- 2:30P.M. Juggler Village Green & Masonic Temple 1:00 P.M. - 2:00P.M. Schlossmen German Band Masonic Health Care Center 1:00 P.M.- 2:00 P.M. Resident Talent Show Deike Auditorium 1:30 P.M.- 2:15 P.M. Bainbridge Band Masonic Temple Bro. George H. Hohenshildt, R. W.D.G.M (right); and Bro. Bro. George H. Hohenshildt, R. W.D. G.M (left); and Bro. 1:30 P.M. - 3:30P.M. Mime Village Green & Masonic Temple Joseph E. Murphy (left), Executive Director of the Joseph E. Murphy (right), Executive Director of the 2:30 P.M. - 3:30P.M. Hot House Band Village Green Masonic Homes met with Thomas E. Armstrong, State Masonic Homes met with Bro. Noah W. Wenger, State 2:30 P.M. - 3:30P.M. Rajah Temple Ch anters Masonic Temple Representative for the 98th District. Senator for the 36th district. 8 9 ~ .·::t··...... : 't.~~· • ..: ..,41-1 ., cl ""' One Masonic Drive r ~ I Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania 17022-2199 :MH: Ma5ol)ic Holl)e5 (717) 367-1121

Planning For The Future

As part of the master planning town. It has been through the una­ and recommendations that will bet­ AUGUST 1993 process for the Masonic Homes, the nimity of Freemasonry that this ter enable the Masonic Homes to Committee on Masonic Homes at its charity became a reality in 1910, serve the current r esidents and March 1993 meeting, approved a and over the last eighty-three years those to come in the future. L E A D E R S H I P U P D A T E No.3 questionnaire to be sent to a ran­ has developed into the greatest Comments or questions should be dom sampling of ten thousand retirement community and chil­ directed to: Pennsylvania Masons to gather dren's home in the Commonwealth Executive Director's Office FOUNDATION INFORMATION their thoughts and opinions on of Pennsylvania. Masonic Homes potential services that the Masonic If you received one of the ques­ One Masonic Drive Pennsylvania Freemasonry's Revitalization Homes should be providing now or tionnaires and completed it, we Elizabethtown, PA 17022-2199 in the future. thank you for taking the time to do BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE ...TODAY The Committee on Masonic so. If you did not receive one, the We will keep you informed of the Homes believes that it is important Committee on Masonic Homes and master planning effort by the to continually receive the input of Masonic Homes' staff greatly appre­ Committee on Masonic Homes .. .is based on up-front commitment for long-term success. We have been stead­ the Fraternity who greatly supports ciate Members and their families through The Pennsylvania our Masonic Homes at Elizabeth- sharing their thoughts, concerns, Freemason in upcoming issuesc fast in that commitment, involving Masonic leadership and developing the skills to make the Lodges in this Jurisdiction most efficient and effective- more excit­ ing and beautiful and directed toward meeting the needs of our Members. The involvement and support of our Lodges, Lodge Officers, Grand Lodge Officers and other Masonic leaders are making that happen. Now, Today, is the Independent Living Community time for our partnership to take Priority List the next vital step with unanim­ ity. SIGN UP NOW- the list is growing! We don't want you to be disappointed, so now is the perfect time to visit with us and decide which cottage or apartment you will want to be your new home in the future. Our leadership and manage­ Many of our residents will be delighted to have you visit with them to see how beautifully they have decorated ment training, HIRAM I, is pro­ their homes here in the Independent Living Community. This will give you the opportunity to know just what you viding Lodge Officers and other may want to keep, give away, or sell prior to moving in with us. We do ask your cooperation in calling ahead FOR AN APPOINTMENT so we can give our residents some notice Masonic Leaders with profes­ prior to visiting them. sionally proven skills and tools If you have already visited with us recently, and know exactly which accommodation you prefer, why not take a not only to make our Lodges suc­ few minutes to complete the coupon and mail it so you can receive the information needed to apply for our Priority cessful, but also to help the indi­ List. vidual Freemason in his own The I.LCC. Marketing Office hours are: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; Weekends by appoint­ career. ment. Telephone: 1-800-676-6452c Tours of the Clubhouse are available seven days a week by Resident Tour Guides. Our next goal is to establish an education center at the Masonic Homes in Bro. D. Carl Peet helps a lirnAM I Seminar participant interpret the PRIORITY LIST Elizabethtown. Styles of Leadership Survey. Please send me information on how to apply for an application to get on the Priority List. We are presently reviewing the (PLEASE PRINT) conversion of the Deike Auditorium to serve as a training facility as well. When completed it will be easily converted from one to the other.

Name It is planned to be available for the development and ongoing training for all the Membership of our Lodges and throughout the family of Freemasonry. Perhaps, Address this institution might eventually become an east coast facility among others strategically located across the nation. City/State/Zip The Pennsylvania Masonic Foundation for Leadership and Management, Inc. Telephone Number Including Area Code warrants the use of Lodge Charity Funds for its support, as well as your personal contributions. Unanimity in support is important. So commit to the partnership I RETURN TO: Independent Living Community, Masonic Homes I accordingly. I One Masonic Drive, Elizabethtown, PA 17022-2199 I I I I YOU will be glad you did. ~------10 Letters To The Editor HIRAM I, Dear Bro. Hackney: Dear Bro. Kent: What An Opportunity !! Thank you for administrating the HIRAM I pro­ This letter is sent to you in sincere gratitude for By Bro. Joseph DiPinto, Jr. gram which the Officers of our Lodge and I attend­ the chance to be included in the HIRAM I program. ed this past weekend. It was quite an educational It has been a full week since I attended this lofty experience and enjoyable. undertaking. I wanted some time to pass before I I had the occasion and privilege to attend a HIRAM I ses­ I must say that I was a little shocked, but put down my thoughts concerning this experience. sion at the Allentown Masonic Center in April. My Lodge pleased, with many of the ideas which were pro­ I needed to sort out all that I was exposed to, with­ had been a part of the pilot program with the Grand Master posed for the future of Freemasonry. It appears out the natural enthusiasm, that I was experienc­ last year. Since I was not an elected Line Officer, I was not ing taking over. that Grand Lodge realized how difficult it is for us invited to participate at that time. However, a year later I to promote the sound Tenets of Freemasonry to I also want to thank those Brothers who made it can see what a wonderful program this is. If you have the Members living in a modern society. Many of us all possible, and gave so freely of their time and h ave previously discussed similar ideas among patience, to create and present so grand an under­ opportunity to attend, be ready to share in a dynamic, ener­ ourselves; in private since it was thought that our taking. Also, our Lodge for sending us and bear­ getic, inspirational experience. feelings would not meet with the approval of the ing the financial responsibility. A great big The Leadership and Management Training course will governing authorities. It is nice to know that we THANK YOU to Brother Edward H. Fowler, Jr., walk you through a program which will allow our Craft to are not alone and that in fact we will have some Right Worshipful Grand Master for his vision to real support. see the great need for this program. continue into the next century and to meet the opportuni­ ties of the future. You are guided through the seminar by The HIRAM I program is really fresh and with I was and remain greatly impressed with the the apparent commitment and planning behind it insight given and the blunt honesty with which Facilitators. I am sure this is the right path to take in to make it successful. You can count on my person­ the whole program was presented. Thank You and order to survive, in order for Masonic renewal to take place. al commitment to the program and we will do Thank You, again. The knowledge and materials offered, if properly imple­ everything possible to make our Lodge a good mented not only in a Lodge setting but in your own work HIRAM I example. place, will certainly set one aside as a leader. The premise of our Fraternity is tradition, Fellowship and Membership Development Training Facilitator Training Seminar Brotherly Love. HIRAM I offers views that allow us to break The following seminars are scheduled for the There is still a need for additional Facilitators out of some of the tr aditional paradigms (patterns) which remainder of 1993. to work with the lodges as they build for the have misguided some of the Craft to the hum-drum exis­ future . . . today. June 25-26 HIRAM I in DuBois tence conceived today. HIRAM I breathes new life into the The role of a Facilitator is one of the most excit­ July 23-24 Facilitator training in Elizabethtown Craft. It allows for a "strategic plan for renewal" and ing ways to serve our Fraternity. It is an opportu­ Facilitators Bro. J erry Hamilton (Top) listens to Sept. 10-11 HIRAM I in Pittsburgh nity to learn and then share the concepts of a question and Bro. Mike Black reviews the October 8-9 HIRAM I in Pittsburgh Leadership and Management. Leadership Grid scoring form. (Continued on Next Page) A training program for new and current Membership Development Training Facilitators will be held at the Patton Campus in Elizabethtown on the evening of Friday, July 23rd Some Successful Lodge Program Ideas The Masonic Education Workshops being con­ and all day Saturday, July 24th. ducted throughout our jurisdiction, have now been Anyone who is interest ed in learning more The Lodge Strategic Planning Team may wish Invite Eastern Star or Amaranth: Have a completed. about the role of a Facilitator or who has experi­ to consider these suggestions: Star or Amaranth night and invite a local Chapter All District Deputy Grand Masters, Worshipful ence in facilitating a meeting or in training and Lodge Regalia Dedication: memorialize Past to explain about its group. Masters, Senior Wardens and Junior Wardens development, s hould contact: Bro. G. Kent Masters, Past Grand Masters, or whomever may Youth Rally Night: invite the local DeMolay, were invited to participate. At the workshops, the Hackney, Administrator, PA Masonic Foundation seem appropriate by dedicating new Regalia in Membership Development and Trainer Kits were Rainbow, and Jobs' Daughters to a night on the For Leadership & Management, Inc., Masonic their names. discussed and Lodges are encouraged to use the Lodge. Provide them with dinner, invite questions Temple, One North Broad Street, Philadelphia, Open Memorial Service: have an open Lodge techniques being offered, to help them with their PA 19107-2598 or call (215) 988-1960 or Fax (215) about Freemasonry and have them tell about Masonic Memorial Service, and invite the membership efforts. A new video film, "Getting 988-1953 for additional information. their Organizations. These may be potential The Most From Your Fraternity", will be sent to Members' families as well as the widows and fam­ Members who will remember your Lodge when those Lodges who currently have the Kits. ilies of the deceased Members. Invite local clergy they want to become Freemasons. Also the girls IIIRAM I LEADERSHIP UPDATE VOL. L This new video will help men who are Mason's to officiat e. may become wives of men who may want to AUGUST 1993, No.3 to realize the potential of our Fraternity. It was Capitalize on Current Events: in 1987, our become Masons, and they will remember your developed first to show Master Masons the EDITORIAL BOARD country celebrated the Bicentennial of the Signing Lodge for that time you invited them to partici­ promise of their active invol vement in our Bro. G. Kent Hackney. Editor of the Constitution of the United States. A Lodge pate in a Lodge program. Fraternity. Bro. Robert G. Boone. Assoc. Editor reenacted the signing, highlighting the Masonic Do you have an intriguing Lodge program you Its secondary use is among new Masons and Bro. Joseph DiPinto. Jr.. Editorial Production Coordinator Signers of the document. In 1992, a Lodge invited with men who are wondering what the Fraternity want to share? Send us a brief description of what (All A.nicle. of the HIRA \1 I UPDATE lx!come 1he propcny of the Grand Lodge.) a college history professor to portray Christopher has to offer them. Lodges which do not presently you did and tell us the results and comments. Published by: Columbus, and discuss little-known historical have a Membership and Development or Trainer Send them to: G. Kent Hachney, Administrator, R.W . Grand Lodge of PA accounts of the voyage, they also invited the Kits., may borrow one by calling the Masonic Masonic Temple, One North Broad Street, Phila., One Masonic Drive. Elizabethtown. PA 17012-2199 mayor of the town to welcome Mr. Columbus to Education Office at (215) 988-1919. PA 19107-2598. the community...... :I ""' What An Opportunity !! One Masonic Drive r ~ l Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania 17022-2199 (Continued li·om Preceding Page) :MH: Ma5ol)ic Holl)e5 (717) 367-112 1 awaits a groundswell of quality from this Jurisdiction so vital for survival. To those who say "it can't be done;" please, get out Grand Master's Day at the Masonic Homes of the way of success! Saturday, September 25, 1993 If your Lodge is active in community efforts, seeks to be involved with children The fun and festivities begin at 10:00 a.m. and con­ tinue throughout the day until 4:00 p.m. and family, emanates Member pride, Highlights of the day are: and strives for alliances with other organi­ zations such as Scouting, Eastern Star, VILLAGE GREEN AREA: Amaranth, etc. and seeks to make these • Resident Talent Show ... you won't want to miss affiliations an asset; then, my Brother, this entertaining show put on by our residents. your Lodge will be on the cutting edge, • Food . . . delicious, appetizing food will be provided A group of Seminar participants work together on a Vision develop­ and involved in some "key strategies for until 3:00 p.m. Just wait until you taste the Homes'­ ment project. success." made sausage, bean soup, and apple butter, plus However, please just don't confuse activity with Membership and make these goals worth the sauerkraut, hot dogs, ice cream, and beverages. The items are all served free of charge. progress. Make plans, identifY tactics, then put effort. Inspect the Village Green Apartments, consisting of twenty-five apartments and two efficiencies that are thos e plans into action. Motivate the • Resident Rooms ... many of our residents are gra­ ciously opening their rooms for you to visit and available on a monthly rental basis. Residents living in inspect for yourself the excellent living accommoda­ the Apartments may choose to keep their own cars. tions provided at the Masonic Homes. Are you on the Grand Master's Team? •Village Green Apartments . . . some of our resi­ dents are graciously opening their rooms for you to INDEPENDENT LIVING COMMUNITY: During the December and January Stated Meetings of Pennsylvania Subordinate Lodges, the Secretary was also visit and inspect the newest type of living at the of the community will be available all day. asked t~ read a letter from Brother Edward H. Fowler, Jr., R.W. Grand Master, concerning the HIRAM I Program. Masonic Homes. •Tours ... It ~xplamed the background ~f the program and the inception of a Leadership and Training Foundation at •Visit Our Many Stands ... where questions regard­ •crafts and Woodworking ... visit the numerous Ehzabetht?wn. The Foundatwn_w1l~ accept donations from Lodge Charity Funds. To date, the following Lodges ing all facets of The Masonic Library and Museum of display tables of handmade craft items from the have contnbuted to the FoundatiOn rn the amounts listed. Pennsylvania, Masonic Education, Pennsylvania Craft Club and a vari ety of items made by the Masonic Foundation for the Prevention of Drug and Woodworking Club. LODGE No. LODGE No. LODGE No. If you and your family are planning to attend, please 9 ...... $1,000.00 339 ...... 5 00.00 643 ...... 5 00.00 Alcohol Abuse Among Children, Pennsylvania Youth 52 ...... 200.00 348 ...... 1,000.00 646 ...... 1,000.00 Foundation, Masonic Foundation for Leadership and take a moment now to complet e the coupon below and 59 ...... 2,500.00 368 ...... 5,000.00 653 ...... 1,000.00 Management, Inc., Masonic Youth Groups, and send it to the Masonic Homes. Also, it should be noted 67 ...... 1,000.00 384 ...... 1,000.00 655 ...... 100.00 t h at the Masonic Homes will not be able to provide 81 ...... 1,000.00 397 ...... 30 0.00 657 ...... 1,000.00 Masonic Homes may be answered. Also, don't forget 155 ...... 1,000.00 400 ...... 500.00 681 ...... 1,000.00 to stop by the Gift Shop s and Fruit Stands for wheelchairs for those who require them. Please bring 203 ...... 500.00 406 ...... 5 00.00 Homes'-made gifts and fruits before you leave. your own wheelchair if needed. Handicapped parking 220 ...... 1,000.00 410 ...... 500.00 ~g~ ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: : ::::::::::::: ~~~g~ : gg will be available; however, you must advise the Masonic 230 ...... 1,000.00 436 ...... 800.00 700 ...... 1 ,000.00 232 ...... 100.00 442 ...... 100.00 709 ...... 250.00 MASONIC HEALTH CARE CENTER: Homes on your coupon if handicapped parking is 242 ...... 50 0.00 451 ...... 300.00 710 ...... 1,000.00 • Tours ... of the newest wing of the Masonic Health required so that special tickets can be forwarded to you 244 ...... 25 0.00 457 ...... 500.00 716 ...... 1,000.00 291 ...... 1,000.00 466 ...... 100.00 717 ...... 1,000.00 Care Center will be available all day. prior to Grand Master's Day. 296 ...... 500.00 541 ...... 100.00 741 ...... 1,000.00 307 ...... 1,000.00 573 ...... 1,000.00 763 ...... 275.00 318 ...... 1,000.00 578 ...... 1,075.00 798 ...... 1,000.00 ~ONICHOMESATE~ETHTOWN 799 ...... 100.00 ~~~ ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::d88:&& 806 ...... 125.00 Grand Master's Day ~~i ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: ~: ~88:88 625 ...... 200.00 Saturday, September 25,1993,10:00 a.m.-4:00p.m. In addition, individuals and other appendant organizations have chosen to support this outstanding program for REGISTRATION COUPON the future of Freemasonry: Nrume, ______Grand Holy Royal Arch Chapter of PA ...... $500.00 Third District, School of Instruction ...... 50 .00 Lodge No. ______, No. of Adults.______, No. of Children ______Paul B. Arnette, Lodge No. 657 (In Memory of William L. Arnette) ...... 300.00 Address______Herman and Kathryn Kinter, Lodge No. 21 ...... 500.00 Chris and Olga Harris, Lodge No. 318 ...... 50.00 City/State/Zip.______Prospect Lodge No. 578 (In Honor of HenryS. Butland Jr.) ...... 15.00 Prospect Lodge No. 578 (In Memory of H. Glenn Bollinger) ...... 25.00 Telephone (__) ------Prospect Lodge No. 578 (In Memory of Harry Feinberg) ...... 15.00 Transportation: 0 Driving Own Car 0 Passenger in Another Car 0 Charter Bus Prospect Lodge No. 578 (in Memory of Curtis G. Tripner) ...... 25.00 0 Require Handicap Parking* 0 Arriving by Train Are you helping to build for the future ... today? Put your Lodge or your name on the Grand Master's List of • If"Handicapped Parking" is required, please enclose a stamped, self-addressed envelope with this coupon. We will send a special parking permit which you must contributors to HIRAM I and be a part of the future, today. Please make your contribution* check payable to The bring with you. Pennsylvania Masonic Foundation for Leadership and Management, Inc., and mail to: MAIL TO: Grand Master's Day Masonic Homes G. Kent Hackney, Administrator, One North Broad St., Phila., PA 19107-2598 or phone: (215) 988-1960. *(Foundation has applied for tax-exempt chruitable status under 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code.) One Masonic Drive • Elizabethtown, PA 17022 -2199

11 ...... "I Calling Masons Satanic is Folly One Masonic Drive By: Paul Harasim ~ n Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania 17022-2199 r (717) 367-1121 :M..... : Ma5ol)ic Holl)e5 If Dr. James Holly of Beaumont, Too much time on Hands a "don't make waves" leadership TX is right, George Washington, the But when Holly t he Baptis t style. Something tells m e he under­ father of our country, was a devil wrote a tract arguing that Masonry stands the five-pointed star some­ Children's Day worshiper. Marvin Zindler has to is satanic, the S outhern Baptist times used as a Masonic symbol is The Children's Home celebrated its Seventieth be one, too. Ditto for Sam Houston Convention decided a study should not a symbol of witchcraft but the Annual Children's Day Awards Banquet on Friday, May a nd Pres idents James Monroe, be undertaken to d et ermine oldest symbol of m a n - the five 28, at the Masonic Conference Center in Memorial Hall. Andrew Jacks on, J ames Polk, whether Membership in a Masonic points r efer to the head, the hands, In attendance at t he even t were: Right Worshipful James Buchanan, Andrew Johnson, Lodge conflicts with its beliefs. It and the feet . Grand Master Edward H. Fowler, Jr., Grand Lodge James Garfield, William McKinley, wa s not ca lled Holly's F olly . It Officers, Members of the Committee on Masonic Homes, Teddy Roosevelt, William Taft, should have been too many people Argument for Tolerance their wives, Bro. Joseph E . Murphy, Executive Director Warren Harding, Franklin had too much time on their hands. Holly tries to argue Masonry is a of the Masonic Hom es, Masonic Homes' Administrative Roosevelt, H arry T ruman, and If they had become Masons, like one r eligion. The Rev. Norman Vincent Staff, Representatives of the Elizabethtown Area School Gerald Ford. million other Baptist s , they could Peale, himself a Mason, sa ys no Dist rict, the Children's Home St aff, the Children, a nd To take Holly's argument to its have found people to help. way. "Freemasonry has no dogma their Families. logical conclusion, Irving Berlin was In Saturday's Post , you probably or theology," he says. "It t eaches Rev. and Bro. Charles H. Lacquement, Director of under the influence of Satan when r e ad that Masons are breaking that it is important for every man to Pastoral Care, gave the Invocation. Lynnette Beer and he wrote "White Christmas." So their tradition of keeping silent have a religion of his choice and to Tracee Evans, two residents of the Children's Home, was John Wayne when he played in when criticized. They've r ealized be faithful to it... A good Mason is along with their piano teacher, Ed Smith, provided the True Grit on the silver screen. And ignorance isn't bliss. They worried made even more faithful to the musi cal entertainment for t h e group. Rich ard Gregory Moore, and Penny Kreider were presented with astronaut Buzz Aldrin did devil's that a n eg ative finding agains t t enets of his faith by membership. Whitman, Conference Coordinator of the Pennsylvania Bibles by Bro. Lacquement. Bro. C. Donald Barbush, work when he flew to the moon. their four million-member organiza­ Toleration, according to Holly, is Youth Foundation, was the photographer. David Lyons, the Director of Children's Services, presented the What makes these people satan­ tion by the fifteen point three mil­ Masonry's blackest sin - a definite a resident of the Children's Home, designed the pro­ seniors with their gradu ation certificates. Several of ic? Well, Holly says, it's because lion-m ember Southern Baptis t link with the devil. Masonic leader gram cover, and Denise Witmer, a child care worker, the seniors planning to go on for higher education were they're Mas ons, Membe r s of the Convention wh en it met in June Allan D. Large has a memorable prepared a scrapbook of photo memories for the chil­ awarded schol arships toward expenses. most widely known fraternity in the could cost membe r ship. That response to the charge. "When you dren. Representatives from the Masonic Homes-Patton School w orld - a fra t ernal group that shou ld worry a ll of us wh o car e consider ," h e says, "what intoler­ After the luncheon, Mark Mellen, Jessica Bastress, Alumni Association also awarded several seniors cash spe nds $250 million each year in about children. The Shriners ance h as produced - the Inquisition, Richard Mampe, and Samuel Bruno, residents of the awards from the Alumni Association Scholarship Fund. t h e United Sat es on ch a rities, Hospitals alone have h elped more the massacre of the inhabitants of Masonic Children's Home, served as Masters and After the awards ceremony, R.W. Grand Master including free treatment of children than 500,000 children at no cost. J erusalem by the Cru sad ers , t he Mistress of Ceremonies. Bro. Gerard J. Migrala, Fowler, addressed the group. Rev. and Bro. Theodore E. at i t s n et w or k of 22 Shr iners It's a shame that t h e Rev. Ed burning of Protestants at the stake, Assistant Children's Services Director, introduced the Bowers gave the Benediction. The seniors plan ted a Hospitals. Young, t he br illia nt preach er at the hor rors of Hitler, the mass mur­ Children's Home Staff. The graduating seniors assisted tree next to the Eisenlohr Building t o leave a lasting Now if we st art thinking Holly's S econd B a ptist Ch urch and the der s of Stalin, the killing fields of in presenting the children with their awards. Several of symbol of their ties to the Children's Home. The seniors way - that Masonry "springs from president of the Southern Baptist Cambodia - it is hard to believe that the middle school girls also took part by serving as ush­ were graduated from Elizabethtown Area High School pits of hell and from the father of Convention, hasn't used his position toleration springs from the devil." erettes and passing out programs. on June 17. lies, Lucifer" because the frat ernity as a bully pulpit against this non­ Oh, by the way, I'm not a Mason. The children received awards for their achievements After working for the summer, Scott Breland and accepts people from different reli­ sense. Wit h America's ch arities in academics, school attendance, citizenship, creativity, Kenneth Hunger will begin studies at Thaddeus Stevens gious groups as brothers - ch ances hurting ba dly, a s h as b een evi­ vocation, and athlet ics. All twenty-eight children were Technical School; Ken in carpentry and Scott in automat­ ar e ou r friends would suggest we denced by United Way's pr oblems, © 1993 The Houston Post (Reprin ted by recognized for their participation and accomplishments ed office technology. After completing his Army AIT, get our heads examined. this isn't the time for him to utilize Permission) in various activities including: school activities, music, Gregory Moore will attend Thaddeus Stevens Technical sports, military, youth groups, and volunteer work. School with a major in automotive technology. Penny The seniors, Scott Brel and, Kenneth Hunger, Kreider will seek employment in the child care field. Seventy-Year Membership Awards Seventy-Year Membership Awards, continued from page 12 a r eception and light r efreshments that fol­ lowed. The r esidents wer e very appreciative of It was an honor and privilege for Edward H. Fowler, the awards presented. Jr., R.W. Grand Master, to have presented seven The Masons of P ennsylvania salute these res­ Brethren with seventy-year Membership awards repre­ i den ts for t h ei r years of faithful ser vi ce t o senting a combined 501 years of dedicated and devoted Freemasonry in Pennsylvania. service to Freemasonry. Six were presented to Brethren who reside at the Masonic Health Care Center, and a presentation was Photo to right: A sevent y-year membership cer­ also made to a resident at the Independent Living tifi cate was presented at t he Independent Receiving the seventy-year membership certificates at L iv ing Community to Bro. Robert E. Watson. the Masonic Health Care Center are seated left to right: Community. P ictured left to right is Bro. Joseph E. Murphy, Bros. Stanley Q. Miller, Earl C. Settle, George A. An opportunity to celebrate seventy years of Masonic Executive Director of the Masonic Homes, R.W. Gerhart, Edward L. Reigart, and Dewitt T . Hoadley. service does not occur very often, but the pleasure at Grand Master, Edward H. Fowler, Jr., Bro. Standing: R.W. Grand Master, Edward H. Fowler, Jr. this event was seven-fold and was enjoyed by all with Robert E. Watson, and Bro. Raymond E. (not pictured but also receiving seventy-year member­ Tierney, Administrator, Independent Living ship certificate is Bro. Albert G. Ebinger). Continued on page 13 Community. 12 13 Widows' Club Shows Fantastic Growth Masonic Temple It appears the fastest growing activity of Zeredatha One North Broad Street Lodge No. 451, the one that is most appreciated and the Dru9 al)d Alcol}ol Foul)datiol) Philadelphia, PA 19107 & (215) 988-1978 one showing the greatest percentage of participation is the activities of the widows of the Lodge Members. Several years ago, the then Worshipful Master of the Dickie Noles receives the Grand Master's Bronze Medallion Lodge, Bro. Michael H. Koplitz, instituted the firs t annual widows' luncheon. The widows of deceased We are happy to report an K. Lee, M.W. Grand Master of Most Worshipful Prince Members of Zeredatha Lodge were invited, to attend as exciting time for Masonry Hall Grand Lodge, who was there to help us announce guests of the Lodge. That activity has been continued an d your Pennsylvani a the Masonic Freedom Run/Walk sponsored by the Drug under the term of Worshipful Master Bro. William Duh, Masonic Foundation For the and Alcohol Foundation. Dickie Noles served as the Jr. in 1992 and again this year under the leadership of Prevention of Dr u g and Honorary Chairman for this event which took place on Worshipful Master Bro. Phillip C. Hamme. Alcohol Abuse Among Sunday, June 27th at 8:00 a .m . on Kelly Drive in The result of those activities has been an informal Children. On Friday, April Philadelphia. It was a five-kilometer run and walk to formation of a widows' luncheon club which meet s 30th at 11:00 a.m. at the raise money for over twenty community groups involved monthly in a local restaurant where the ladies continue Masonic Temple in in drug and alcohol abuse prevention. There were over their fellowship, play cards, reminisce about the past The widows are invited to the Lodge's annual Ladies Philadelphia, a press confer­ seventy Masonic Lodges and Masonic Bodies, as wel~ as and plan for the future. The names of the widows on Night dinner dance, the annual family night of straw­ ence was held to announce local Philadelphia neighborhood center drug orgamza­ the mailing list is in excess of fifty, most of whom par­ Dickie Noles speaking at that former Phillies pitcher, tions invited to participate in the event. With several berries and ice cream in June, the Lodge's family picnic the press conference. Dickie Noles, would receive ticipate at one or more of the group's activities. each summer, and the annual Past Masters' recognition thousand runners, the run and walk began at 8:30 a.m. Recently, twenty-four of the widows attended the dinner. the Grand Master's Bronze Medallion for his outstand­ During this festivity we had entertainment which third annual widows' luncheon sponsored by Zeredatha Many expressions of gratitude have been received ing work in helping prevent drug and alcohol abuse included Shrine bands, color guard, horse patrol, Grotto Lodge. The luncheon was held in the lounge of the from the widows for allowing them to remain a part of among children and young adults. At that time, details clowns, and historic characters. Masonic Center of York. Twenty of those ladies ar e the Lodge's social activities. about the Masonic Freedom Run/Walk scheduled for shown, along with the Worshipful Master of the Lodge, The acceptance of this program by the widows thus June 27th on Kelly Drive as part of the City of Bro. Phillip C. Hamme. Note: The Worshipful Master is far leads us to believe it will continue to be a welcomed Philadelphia's Welcome America and Freedom Festival the only one seated in the picture. activity and will grow with each year. were also announced. The announcements were made by Bro. Edward H. Fowler, Jr., R.W. Grand Master. He praised Noles for his outstanding work in the community and exceptional In Memoriam efforts with youth in helping prevent drug and alcohol Bro. George Norval Holmes, 33° abuse. Noles is a recovering alcoholic, who has spent a Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on November 18, 1915 decade speaking on drug and alcohol abuse and preven­ Died in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on May 13, 1993 tion. He is currently a drug and alcohol prevention edu­ cator with the Phillies Community Relations Br o. George Norval Holmes, receiving the Bronze Star. Department. Noles addresses youth from grades three 33°, was the son of John McClain Bro. Holmes' Masonic career to twelve about his experiences with drugs and alcohol, Holmes, Sr. and Henrietta Ellen began in Bellevue Lodge No. 530 how it affected his life and how society can deal with (Douglas) Holmes. His early edu­ F.&A.M., where he was Raised a these problems. Bill Giles, president of the cation was obtained in the Horace Master Mason on March 11, 1946. Philadelphia Phillies, and World Series relief pitcher, The awar d presentations to Dickie Noles climaxed Mann Elementary School and He then demitted to become a Tug McGraw, also participated in the news conference. the pr e-game ceremonies of the Philadelphia area Oliver High School and continued Warrant Member of Colonel Henry Also attending the news conference was Bro. Roland Mason ic Lodges' "Freemasons Night at Veterans it in the University of Pittsburgh. Bouquet Lodge No. 787, Satduim" organized for the second year by Gary L. On December 1, 1936 h e was September 2, 1959, serving as Water, District Deputy Grand Master of D ~strict "C." united in marriage to Carol Alice Worshipful Master in 1964. First, Bro. J a mes L. Ernette, R.W. Jumor Grand (Thompson) Holmes, who survives Colonel Henry Bouquet Lodge No. Warden and President of the Drug and Alcohol along with their son Dwight D. 787 F.&A.M. later m erged into Foundation, presented him with a beautiful bronze tray Holmes and daughter Mrs. Leslee Lodge No. 45. embossed with the Foundation's logo of a Master Mason Diebold, two gr andchildren and He served the Grand Lodge of with two small children. Then, the prestigious Grand two great grandchildren. Pennsylvania as Grand Marsh al Master's Bronze Medallion was given by Bro. Edward Bro. Holmes star ted his work from December 27, 1969 to May H. Fowler, Jr., R.W. Grand Master to Dickie Noles. career as a sales clerk in a drug 13, 1993, the date of his death. In With him were his wife, Susan, seven-year-old daugh­ store, th en as a sales clerk in a 1987 he received the Benjamin ter, Brittany, and four-year-old twin boys, Chri~topher hardware store, finally as a sales THE Grand Marshal Franklin Award from the Grand and Nicholas. Our Grand Master's words descnbe the r epresentat ive for Pitts burgh Lodge of Pennsylvania for his out­ scene perfectly: "Now it is a privilege for me to present Plate Glass Industries for thirty-two year s, retiring in standing work for Grand Lodge. He was Exalted in to you, Dickie Noles, this Grand Master's Medallion, one 1980. Bellevue Ch apter No. 286, R.A.M., Greeted in Mt. of a very limited number minted. It is a token desi~ed Bro. Holmes served his country well in the United Moriah Council No. 2 R.&S.M., June 21, 1969; and to pay tribute to someone very special to the ~rater~ty . We consider you very special for your concern m helpmg States Navy with six years' active duty immediately Knighted in Pittsburgh Commandery No.1 K.T., on r ,. before, during and after World War II. Staying active in October 26, 1968. others· a characteristic very important to Freemasons. Walk and To emphasize how important is the characteristic of car­ t he United States Naval Reserve program as Senior Br o. Holmes completed the Degrees of t he Scottish to t: Bros. Stephen L. Ettinge r, nts Chief Boatswain's Mate, h e completed his thirty-five Rite in the Valley of Pittsburgh, April 26, 1946. He ing, let me point out that this is the first time a Grand Coordinator for the Masonic Freedom Run/Walk, and Master's Medallion has ever been presented to a person years of service and was a retired officer of the United became active in Pennsylvania Consistory, serving as Anthony J. Garvey, Manager Pa. Masonic Foundation States Naval Reserve. He participated in almost all of Commander -in -Chief 1972-73. He also became active for the Prevention of Drug and Alcohol Abuse Among who is not a Member of the F r aternity. Thank you, the major engagements in th e Pacific Theater of War, Continued on page 19. Children, display T-shirt for the run/walk. Continued on page 16 14 15 Dickie Noles, continued trom page 1s 1244 Bainbridge Road Dickie Noles, for your dedication to helping others. The Eli:abethtown, Pennsylvania 17022-9423 plaque reads, 'Presented to Dickie Noles, Monday, May loutl) Foul)datiol) (717} 367-1536 10, 1993, in recognition of your outstanding service both personally and on behalf of the Phillies in helping to prevent drug and alcohol abuse among children and young adults. The Right Worshipful Grand Lodge of New DeMolay Chapter In District 15 Pennsylvania F. & A.M., by this award, takes pride in honoring your civic and humanitarian accomplishments Building a new Chapter of the Order of DeMolay has throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania by become the latest project for Canawacta Lodge No. 360, Edward H . Fowler, Jr., R.W. Grand Master.'" in Susquehanna, Pennsylvania. With the approval and Bottom line of the evening, Freemasons night at the encouragement of Bro. Dieter G. Dauber, District Phillies - Phillies 5, Pittsburgh 1. Congratulations Deputy Grand Master, the Lodge has undertaken a pro­ Dickie Noles! ' ject to provide an important service to all of the commu­ We are also honored to report that Bro. Anthony J. nities in the 15th Masonic District. Garvey, as Manager of the Drug and Alcohol Under the leadership of Brothers Edward F. Collins, Foundation, became the recipient of the First Annual as Chapter Advisor, and Leonard I. Jackson, P.M., as St. Alban Award. This was presented by St. Alban­ Left to right: Bro. Anthony J. Garvey, Manager, Pa. Chairman, the Lodge has recruited an advisory council Swain Lodge No. 529 to a Mason who by his actions and Masonic Foundation for the Prevention of Drug and of fifteen members and conducted a DeMolay Advisor good works, represents the highest moral and philo­ Alcohol Abuse Among Children, holding the bronze tray Development (D.A.D.) training seminar. sophical ideals of our Fraternity. A check for $1,000 presented to Dickie Noles, Bro. Rowland K. Lee, M. W. Recently, they recruited six new Members, who were Grand Master, Prince Hall Grand Lodge, Dickie Noles, Initiated into the Order by a Degree Team representing was given to the Drug and Alcohol Foundation from pro­ former Phillies player, holding the Grand Master's Bronze ceeds of the First Annual St. Alban's Charity Golf six different Chapters, coming from Allentown, Medallion presented to him by Bro. Edward H. Fowler, Elizabethtown, Harrisburg, Indiana, Mount Joy, and Outing. Jr., R. W. Grand Master. D.D.G.M. Dieter Dauber (top row) poses with new State College. Presiding over the Ritual on Saturday, Members (front row, left to right) Joshua Collins, Todd May 15, was the State Master Councilor, Steven J. Heller, Jason Green, James Green, Dustin Supa, Jon Smith. Collins, and State Officers, (second row, left to right) A After choosing the name, Mountain Laurel Chapter, Nathaniel Croumer, Jason R. Solano, Steven J . Smith, the new Advisors and Members have vowed to recruit at Robert M. Edwards, Jr., and Dearan Quigley. least ten more new Members in order to be officially Instituted by the fall of 1993. DeMolay is not just for Worshipful Master of Canawacta Lodge No. 360 in young people. It is also for those who are young at 1934. Bro. Hendrickson became a DeMolay in 1924, heart. Present for the Degrees was Bro. Roland S. and brought his DeMolay Membership pin to present to Hendrickson, a sixty-five year Mason who served as the first new Member of the Class.

Scholarship Dinner-Dance Scholarships Listed Looking for another way to make program booklet filled with adver­ The sixth edition of the Masonic an impact in the community, the tisements from supporters in the Scholarship Resource Guide, pro­ Officers and Members of Sunset community. Bro. Randy Riggle was duced by The Pennsylvania Youth Lodge No. 623 have developed a personally responsible for the sale Foundation, will be available in scholarship program which benefits of over $1500 in advertisements, for September. It includes a summary young people in the Washington the second consecutive year. of more than forty-three scholarship Annual Grand Communication and Grand Master's and Trinity school districts. Many Lodges have become or grant programs provided by vari­ The 1993 scholarship program actively involved in supporting stu­ ous Masonic Bodies for Masons, Banquet Set for Harrisburg, December 27 includes $500 cash grants to one dents with scholarships and other their families, and Members of the deserving graduating senior in each forms of financial assistance. The Masonically-related youth groups. The Annual Grand Communication of The Grand Communication will be served. high school who submits an applica­ Educational Endowment Fund of Over four thousand copies of the Lodge of Pennsylvania is scheduled to be held in the At 3:00 p.m. William S. Snyder Lodge No. 756 has tion to the Lodge's Youth the Pennsylvania Youth Foundation guidebook will be distributed, free Scottish Rite Cathedral-Masonic Temple, 2701 N. 3rd scheduled a special Meeting to receive its Member as Scholarship Committee. At the ele­ offers an opportunity for Lodges of charge, to youth group leaders, Street, Harrisburg, PA., beginning at 10:00 a.m. on the R.W. Grand Master for the first time. mentary and middle school level, and individuals to establish Lodges, and over five hundred guid­ Monday, December 27. Masons and their Ladies are also invited to attend the Lodge gives sixteen $50 U.S. restricted scholarship funds within ance counselors in every high school The Communication will mark the end of the admin­ the Grand Master's Banquet to be held in t h e Savings Bonds, to be given to stu­ the Foundation, thereby taking in Pennsylvania. Additional copies istration of Bro. Edwar d H. Fowler, Jr., and the begin­ Auditorium of the Zembo Temple, Harrisburg, PA. This dents for excellence in various pro­ advantage of its non-profit tax sta­ will be available upon request. To ning of the expected term of Bro. George H. Hohenshildt is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. with entertainment consisting jects, with the award recipients tus and its investment vehicles. If request a copy, send a postcard with as R.W. Grand Master. Bro. Hohenshildt is a resident of of the Julius LaRosa Show and music by the Nobles of being selected by the school admin­ you are interested for fur ther your name and address to the PYF Camp Hill, Pennsylvania. Note of Zembo Shrine. istrators. details in establishing a scholarship offices at the above address. All Master Masons are encouraged to attend the Tickets for the Grand Master's Banquet are available Under the leadership of Bro. Jon program, please contact the Meeting which will be h eld in The Scottish Rite for $20.00 per person and will be sold through Lodges in L. DePoe, P.M., the Lodge funds the Executive Director at the address Auditorium. The session will be programmed to allow th e greater Harrisburg area or the Grand Master's scholarships by conducting an above. for the Installation of the new Grand Master at Noon, Office on a first request basis. Early reservations are annu al Youth Scholarship Fund after which luncheon for those attending the encouraged. (See coupon on page 19). Dinner Dance, with a corresponding 16 17 Grand Lodge Establishes John Wanamaker Medal To Bethel No. 4 Visits Masonic Temple ANNUAL GRAND Recognize Distinguished Service to Mankind Communication Luncheon When a February snow postponed the December 27, 1993 R.W. Grand Master Edward H. Fowler, Jr., has com- United States." Throughout the century, the success of Grand Visitation to Bethel No. 4 in Harrisburg, PA missioned the creation of a n ew award, the John John Wanamaker stores has been well recognized - the Lancaster, Bethel Honored Queen, Cheryl Wanamaker Masonic Humanitarian Medal to be pre- mainstay in mid-town Philadelphia within view of the Stoner, decided to move the date to April sented to persons who are not Members of the Grand Lodge Masonic Temple. and the Meeting location to Philadelphia. Name Fraternity in recognition of their distinguished service He was not an active part of the political scene, but She had al ready planned to visit the to others emblematic of the high values of Freemasonry. he did serve as Postmaster General ofthe United States Masonic Temple with the Members of her Lodge No. The John Wanamaker Medal will be awarded by the in the Cabinet of President Benjamin Harrison. Bethel, and this gave her a good reason to R.W. Grand Master. John Wanamaker was made a Mason-At hold a Special Meeting there. John Wanamaker (1838-1922) was an -,~Sight by the late R.W. Grand Master Mrs. Sally Gotshall, Grand Guardian, Address outstanding example of initiative, ambi- ~·~ 11/} William J. Kelly on March 30, 1898. He and Bro. Jon Gardner, Associate Grand tion, integrity, and dedication to serv- $..._-\) 1/r, later Mfiliated with Friendship Lodge Guardian, thought it was a great idea. ing others. His career strikingly K\ No. 400 in Jenkintown and served as The Grand Visitation included Daughters City'State/Zip illustrates the opportunities open to · ~ Worshipful Master in 1905. A year from many other Bethels, and a crowd of American youth. He was born July r before becoming Worshipful more than sixty people participated. The Telephone (Area Code) 11, 1838, in what was known as Master, he was appointed a Meeting was held in Egyptian Hall, with Gray's Ferry, which became part Member of the Grand Lodge Honored Queen Cheryl Stoner all the Ritualistic Work being performed No. ofl\leal Tickets Requested ___ of Philadelphia. Throughout his Committee on Library, and was (center) poses with Bro. Jon by Cheryl and her Officers. life, he was distinguished for his Z Chairman of that committee Gardner, Associate Grand Cheryl is the daughter of Phyllis and W. Please e n close a s t a mped, self­ initiative qualities because he c::-r--- from 1906 until his death in Guardian, (left) and Mrs. Sally Scott Stoner, of Lancaster. Bro. Stoner is a ddressed e n velope a nd send wi th was naturally a leader of people ~ ~ 1922. John Wanamaker saw the Gotshall, Grand Guardian a Right Worshipful Past Grand Master of coupon to: and his vision of things was ~ opening of the Grand Lodge (right) on the Rear Staircase the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania. unusually clear from his youth. -...... '-...) Library in the new Masonic at the Masonic Temple in The Office of the Grand Master Philadelphia. In his youth, two significant .A....; Temple at One North Broad Street The Masonic Temple events forever changed his life: \./"A in Philadelphia in 1908. One North Broad Street The first involved dedicating his life ~ / SIJAf. :·rJ·kJN\ ~\ The late R.W. Past. Grand Master Eureka Lodge No. 302 Honors Philadelphia, PA 19107-2598 to God and his conversion to the tt_ ~ \ ~ .1t; Abraham Merklee Beitler probably Presbyterian faith. He went on to be the 1 summed up John Wanamaker's life best 100-YearOldMason founder of one of the largest Presbyterian Sunday when he said: "The recent death of Brother Schools in Philadelphia. Wanamaker closed a life filled with service for his fel- Bro. G. Weir Strock of Mechanicsburg The second came when he wanted to purchase a gift lows. He was indeed a merchant prince, but, better yet, was recently honored on his 100th Birthday GRAND MASTER'S for his mother and he felt that the impatience of the he was a loyal citizen, a lover of his fellow man and his by the Officers and Members of Eureka BANQUET jeweler, while he was trying to make a selection was not life was devoted to the doing of good deeds. He gave to Lodge No. 302, F. & A.M., Mechanicsburg, a good business practice. As a result, he began to think the work of the Library so much of his time and it is PA. A plaque was presented to Bro. Strock Enclosed is my check for$. ____ how he could run a store of his own some day. largely due to his untiring energy and excellent judg- by the Officers of Eureka Lodge No. 302 at for tickets at $20.00 each for John Wanamaker began to work as an errand boy in ment that we today possess a Library and Museum a party held in his honor by his family at the Grand Master's Banquet to be held at 6:30 p.m., December 27, 1993, in the a publishing house for about $1.25 a week. He rose from unique, valuable and without a rival. We will long the First United Methodist Church of that to being recognized as "the first merchant of the mourn his loss and cherish his memory." Auditorium of Zembo Temple. Harris­ Mechanicsburg on February 28, 1993. Bro. burg, PA. Strock was born on February 21, 1893, and Pictured (L to R) Bros. David Make check payable to the Grand has been a Member of Eureka Lodge No. 302 W. Rynard, J. W.; James E. Lodge ofPA. Family of Six in West Chester Lodge since April 1961. Bro. Strock is currently a Brommer, S. W.; and Richard Friend to Friend Sculptor resident at Messiah Village, Mechanicsburg, W. Fesler, Jr., W.M. Seated is PA. Bro. G. Weir Strock. NowaMason Name in New York Ron Tunison is now a Freemason. This Lodge No. renowned sculptor from Cairo, NY, is the In Memoriam a r tist wh o has cr eated th e dramatic Bro. George Norval Holmes, continued from page u Fr iend to F r iend Masonic Memoria l Address Monument to be dedicated August 21 in on the Director's staff working in Temple, A.A.O.N.M.S., and United the Gettysburg National Cemetery Annex. various Degrees. In 1964 he became States Premier Conclave, Knights of The la r ger -than-life statue depicts Assistant Director of Ritualistic the Red Cross of Constantine, serv­ City/State/Zip Brotherhood Undivided in th e scene of Work, then Director of Activities ing as Pussiant Sovereign in 1982. Union Army Capta in and Bro. Henry until his death. In 1987 he received Funeral services were private; a Telephone I Area Code) Bingham as he ministers to Confederate the Meritorious Service Award. In Memorial Service was held Monday, General and Bro. Lewis Armistead. recognition of his outstanding lead­ May 17, 1993 at 1:30 p.m. in ership and commitment within the Memorial Park Community Please include a stamped, self-addressed Gordon W. Smith and his five sons are all Members of West Bro. Tunison has been accepted into envelope. Mail to: Chester Lodge No. 322 and as of the Spring Scottish Rite Reunion Mountain Lodge No. 529, Wyndham, NY, Fraternity, he was Coroneted a Presbyterian Church with the they also are Members in the Valley of Reading. Seated in the Sovereign Grand Inspector General, Reverend Dr. William F. The Office of the Grand Master a nd r eceived h as Enter ed Apprentice The Masonic Temple photo are the father (right) and one brother, Keith S., both of Mason 's Degr ee in the Spring. Th e 33°, Honorary Member of the Ruschhaupt, Jr. officiating. whom were Recommenders on the others' Petitions for Scottish Supreme Council in September 1968 Interment was in Allegheny County One North Broad Street Rite. The brothers standing are (left to right) Kenneth G., Kyle A., Fellowcraft and Master Mason's Degrees Philadelphia, PA 19107-2598 are scheduled for the Fall. at Atlantic City, New Jersey. Memorial Park, McCa ndless Kevin G. and Kirk A. Smith. He was also a Member of Syria Township, Pennsylvania. 18 19