The of

2011

of South Carolina

GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER

GRAND COUNCIL ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS

GRAND

MASONIC DATES

Titles of Meetings and Dates of Bodies

The ordinary Calendar, or vulgar era, is not generally used by freemasons in dating their official documents. They have one peculiar to themselves, differing according to their various Rites.

ANCIENT CRAFT MASONS in all parts of the World, add 4,000 years to the Christian Era, calling it – Year of Light; abbreviated A.L. (This fact has a symbolic reference, not because they believe Freemasonry is, but that the principles and light of the institution are coeval with the creation.) Ancient Craft Masons (Blue Lodges) hold “Communications.”

ROYAL ARCH MAS ONS date from the beginning date of the building of the second Temple by Zerubbabel – 530 B.C. Their style is, therefore, Anno Inventionis – A. Inv. – in the year of discovery. Royal Arch Chapters hold “Convocations.”

ORDER OF THE HIGH PRIES THOOD dates from the blessing of Abraham by the High Priest Melchizaedek, which occurred 1913 B.C. Their Style is Anno Benedistionis – A.B. – in the year of the Blessing. Councils of Anointed High Priest hold “Convocations.”

CRYPTIC MAS ONS date from the completion of Solomon’s Temple – 1000 A.Dep. (1,000 years before the Christian era) Their style is Anno Depositionsis – A. Dep. – in the year of Deposit. Royal and Select Councils hold “Assemblies.”

KNIGHTS TEMPLAR date from the organization of the Order in 1118 A.O. Their Style is, therefore, Anno Ordinis – A.O. – in the year of the Order. Knights Templar hold “Conclaves.”

SCOTTISH RITE differs from the Ancient Craft in that they use the Jewish Chronology, (A.M. “In the Year of the World”.

ANCIENT CRAFT MASONS – Add 4,000 years Thus: 2011 + 4,000 =A.L. 6011 ROYAL ARCH MAS ONS – Add 530 years Thus: 2011 + 530 =A. I. 2541 ORDER OF HIGH PRIES THOOD – Add 1,913 years Thus: 2011 + 1,913 = A.B. 3924 ROYAL AND SELECT MAS TERS – Add 1,000 years Thus: 2011 + 1,000 = A.Dep. 3011 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR – Subtract 1,118 years Thus: 2011 – 1,118 = A.O. 893 – Add 3760 years Thus 2011 + 3760 = A.M. 5771

FESTIVAL OF ST. – June 24th FES TIVAL O F S T. JO HN THE EVANGELIS T – December 27th 3 GRAND YORK RITE BODIES OF SOUTH CAROLINA 3

Knights Templar Religious Service

One-Hundred-fourth Annual Conclave

GRAND COMMANDERY KNIGHTS TEMPLAR of SOUTH CAROLINA

Embassy Suites Homestead 1/4 670 Verdae Boulevard Greenville, SC 29607

SUNDAY, MARCH 13, 2011, 5:30 p.m.

Rev. Bob Blackwell, Grand Prelate

PRELUDE

PROCESSIONAL MARCH & HYMN ...... “Onward Christian Soldiers” (Please Stand) INVOCATION ...... Rev. Bob Blackwell Eminent Grand Prelate

WORDS of WELCOME ...... S.K. Todd S chofield Right Eminent Grand Commander

SCRIPTURE LESSON (Matthew 7:21-27) ...... Rev. Haywood Fowler Right Excellent Grand Chaplain

REMEMBRANCE AN D PRAYER ...... Rev. Hugh J. Bickley Eminent Grand Prelate Emeritus THE LORD’S PRAYER ...... IN UNIS ON

HYMN OF CELEBRATION ...... “Standing on the Promises”

THE OFFERING ...... Rev. Hugh J. Bickley Stewards come forward THE MESSAGE ...... “Rock Solid” Rev. Bob Blackwell

CLOSING AFFIRMATION: (All Read in Unison) We believe in God, Creator of Life We accept his calling as Christian Knights The Source of Faith and Every Blessing We live as God’s redeemed People The one who leads us through the journey of Life Amb assadors of Christ’s We believe in Jesus, the risen Christ

BENEDICTION & RECESSIONAL ...... Rev. Bob Blackwell Eminent Grand Prelate

POSTLUDE

* C ongregation, Please remain in your seat until the Sir Knights have retired. 4 GRAND YORK RITE BODIES OF SOUTH CAROLINA 4

ANNUAL GRAND YORK RITE BANQUET AND ENTERTAINMENT The Grand York Rite Banquet was attended by 185 Companions, Sir Knights, their ladies and friends at the Embassy Suites, 670 Verdae Blvd., Greenville on March 13, 2011. ME Companion Charles Schofield, ME Grand High Priest, of the Grand Royal Arch Chapter of SC served as Master of Ceremonies. After a delicious meal the three Grand Presiding Officers of the Grand York Rite Bodies of South Carolina introduced their Distinguished Guests. (See pages 9 and 10) The annual KYCH breakfast on Monday morning was well attended by our members and distinguished guests. The annual breakfast on Tuesday morning was well attended also by our members and distinguished guests. The annual ladies brunch was held at the hotel and was enjoyed by all.

WELCOME TO GREENVILLE ROB AMMETER-DIRECTOR OF CATERING Rob Ammeter, the director of catering for Embassy Suites, welcomed everyone back to Embassy Suites in Greenville. He stated that they were always glad to have South Carolina Grand York Rite with them.

REMARKS OF LOCAL COMMITTEE M. Ex. Mike Copeland, the local committee chairman, welcomed all Grand York Rite Masons to Greenville, SC. He stated that Richard and Ann have done an outstanding job with the hospitality room. They took the responsibility to get everything for the hospitality room. Please stop by and enjoy the many wonderful items available.

RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION To: The Grand York Rite Bodies of South Carolina: WHEREAS, the companions and Sir Knights of Anderson, South Carolina York Rite Bodies, through the zeal and ongoing dedication of their several committees, have excelled themselves by ensuring a most comfortable and informative stay for all attendees to the Annual Grand York Rite Sessions of 2011, WHEREAS, we were welcomed to Greenville, South Carolina by Rob Ammeter – Director of Catering, Embassy Suites Hotel, Greenville, South Carolina and wished us success in our Annual convocation. WHEREAS, the Embassy Suites Hotel provided us with outstanding accommodations and guest services. WHEREAS, great hospitality was extended to our Ladies and Families with a dedicated program and luncheon. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOVED that by a rising vote of thanks we express our deep appreciation to everyone who has assisted in making our stay in Greenville a very pleasant and memorable occasion.

Carl R. Truesdale, Chairman, (4, 25, 12)

Adopted. W. Penn Colvin (9, 22, 7) N. Haskell Brabham (5, 5, 2) 5 GRAND YORK RITE BODIES OF SOUTH CAROLINA 5

STANDING RESOLUTIONS RESOLVED, that it is and shall be the policy of the Grand Body that a suitable floral or memorial offering not to exceed the sum of fifty ($50.00) dollars, shall be given following the death of a Presiding Grand Officer or Past Presiding Grand Officer, only. RESOLVED, that the Chapeau be not worn as part of dress apparel at the annual Religious Service when it is held indoors at the headquarters hotel. RESOLVED, that the Grand Commandery hereby constitute a Standing Committee of six for the purpose of instruction in ceremony and work. Said committee to be appointed annually by the Grand Commander and that the Finance Committee provide suitable mileage for such committee members within the district to which they are assigned. RESOLVED, that the Right Eminent Grand Commander shall appoint a standing committee, to be composed of at least six (6) members, to serve at his pleasure, whose duty it shall be to receive all names recommended for the title of “Honorary Past Grand Commander”. They shall carefully consider all names presented, and recommend to the Right Eminent Grand Commander for his consideration in asking the Grand Master of the Grand Encampment to approve as required by Grand Encampment Constitution Section 237 (a) the name of any whom they believe will, by being so honored, advance the cause of Templary. RESOLVED, that the Grand Chapter, Grand Council and Grand Commandery pay for two days hotel reservations, banquet, breakfast (KYCH & RCC) for men, and Ladies Brunch for the following: General Grand High Priest or his personal representative General Grand Master or his personal representative Grand Master of the Grand Encampment or his personal representative Southeastern Regional Deputy General Grand High Priest Southeastern Regional Deputy General Grand Master Southeastern Department Commander of the Grand Encampment The Grand Chapter, Grand Council and Grand Commandery will pay for banquet, breakfast (KYCH & RCC) for men, Ladies Brunch and hotel room (if their state reciprocates) for the following: M. E. Grand High Priest M. I. Grand Master R. E. Grand Commander Grand Secretary of the Grand Chapter Grand Recorder of the Grand Council Grand Recorder of the Grand Commandery All other companions are invited at their own expense. ↔ ↔ ↔ ↔ ↔ WHEREAS, the three Grand York Rite Bodies of South Carolina, viz: The Grand Royal Arch Chapter; The Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters; and the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar plan and hold their annual meetings at the same place and two-day period with each holding a separate meeting within a specified time period; And WHEREAS, present and existing rules and procedures provide for per diem and mileage expenses be paid the certain representatives. THEREFORE, be it resolved that the following guidelines be adopted as the proper procedure of qualification and payment of expenses: 1) Payment shall be made to the Presiding Officer of a Constituent Body - or - to his legal representative if the Presiding Officer is not present at any time during the above-described meeting’s schedule. 6 GRAND YORK RITE BODIES OF SOUTH CAROLINA 6

STANDING RESOLUTIONS (Continued – Pg. 2)

2) No member shall be paid expenses more than once regardless of the number of Grand or Constituent Body offices he may represent. 3) No representative of the Presiding Officer shall receive expenses payment in either of the above bodies if the Presiding Officer has received payment in any capacity or any of the above bodies. ↔ ↔ ↔ ↔ ↔ RESOLVED, that those planning the banquet consider the following guidelines: Arrange the dining and program to a two-hour limit, bearing in mind that the Most Worshipful Grand Master must be introduced last. There should be no program or introductions after he is introduced. Awards – The proper place to present all awards is considered to be at the open meeting of the appropriate body and not at the banquet. Those receiving awards and distinguished guests may in the discretion of the presiding officers, be asked to stand as a group and be recognized at the banquet. Because of the extraordinary amount of time consumed by introductions of our distinguished guests of the Grand Bodies, the Grand Secretary-Recorder should plan so that when a distinguished guest registers he is asked to list his current most important title and he should be introduced by this title only. If the presiding Marshal feels that more verbosity is needed he may add that this distinguished visitor has many Masonic achievements. ↔ ↔ ↔ ↔ ↔ BE IT RESOLVED that beginning with these Grand York Rite meetings in the year 2010 they should be rotated as follows: Monday A.M. – Grand Royal Arch Chapter of South Carolina Monday P. M. – Grand Council of Royal and Select Master of South Carolina Tuesday A. M. – Grand Commandery Knights Templar of South Carolina and Further, each Grand Body would move up one space each year and the presiding officer of that Grand Body at the top of the list will be responsible for presiding at the consolidated meeting on Monday A.M. and the introduction of the visiting dignitaries. ↔ ↔ ↔ ↔ ↔ BE IT RESOLVED that honorary membership be extended to all distinguished guests who have not previously received the same.

REMARKS OF DAD WALTER SPILLER, STATE EXECUTIVE OFFICER FOR DeMOLAY

Walter Spiller, DeMolay Executive Officer for South Carolina, stated that it was always a pleasure to be at the South Carolina Grand York Rite session. He has been coming for years. He thanked the Bodies for all the moral and financial support. He discussed the principles of DeMolay and Masonry, and commented that they are the same for both organizations; and this gives these young men the background to join the Masonic order. The Grand Master has made comments for the last two years that he is seeing a number of men joining the order, and Brother Spiller commented that he is seeing some of the young men from DeMolay entering the Masonic order. He stated that Masonry needs all of these young men. Companion Spiller stated that he would not be the Executive Officer next year.

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REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON MAS ONIC YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS IN S OUTH CAROLINA

To: The Grand York Rite Bodies of South Carolina:

Walter F. Spiller, Jr., the State Executive Officer of the Palmetto DeMolay Association, has reported to this Committee that the membership of DeMolay in South Carolina, as of January 1, 2011, is 56 members, holding membership in Five (5) Chapters. These chapters are Myron Sandifer, Rock Hill, Summerville, Summerville, Charleston, Charleston, Goose Creek, Goose Creek, and Chuck Hargis Memorial, Myrtle Beach, SC. At present, Brother Spiller has two Advisors who are willing to help run the Charleston Chapter. They are also working on having a meeting place for the Chapter, either at the Scottish Rite Center in Charleston or the CCMA Building on Orange Grove Rd. Columbia, Greenville, and Taylors have expressed some interest in starting a DeMolay Chapter in these cities, but so far nothing has developed. On July 24th, the Palmetto DeMolay Association held its annual Conclave in Charleston at Summerville # 234. Ryan Matthews was the out-going State M aster Councilor and Tommy Reed, Jr. was elected as the State Master Councilor for the 2010-2011 term. John A. Meyer, III, was elected as the State Senior Councilor and Joshua Mgrdechian is the State Junior Councilor. The young men of Goose Creek and Summerville Chapters observed the obligatory Patriots’ Day and Devotional Day. The Goose Creek Chapter also visited Westview Middle School to promote DeMolay Educational Day. In June 2010, our Executive Officer and Tommy Reed attended the International Congress Session held in Dallas, Texas. Presently, DeMolay activity is in the Summerville and Charleston areas with no apparent expansion in the midlands or upper part of the state. Brother Spiller has stated that he expects to be replaced as Executive Officer and perhaps new interest will develop as new emphasis is created with a change-of-guard. With Brother Spiller’s retirement, this committee, as well as these Grand Bodies, offer congratulations to Brother Spiller for a job well done and our heartfelt appreciation for his work with the DeMolay young men of this state to promote future leadership for our great and State. The International Order of Rainbow for Girls has been reported as doing well with approximately 150 members comprising 12 assemblies in South Carolina. Mrs. Dedra Hart, Supreme Outer Observer and Supreme Inspector in South Carolina, also reports that 7 of these 12 assemblies sponsor Pledge Groups for girls between the ages of 7 – 10 years. They also have an Alumni Association for young ladies who have obtained their Majority and no longer eligible for regular membership. 2010 was an active and memorable year for Rainbow. Highlights included Mother Advisor/Adult Worker training with reviews of Youth Protection programs and inappropriate dating relationships; observance of obligatory days; fund raisers for the Edna D. McLaurin Rainbow Scholarship Fund ($5,335.21), and Shriner’s’ Hospitals ($1,744.66); attendance of 29 girls and adults at the Supreme Assembly Session in Omaha, NE where the SC young ladies ritual team competed for the first time and Mrs. Dedra Hart received a Supreme Appointment. 8 GRAND YORK RITE BODIES OF SOUTH CAROLINA 8

The Grand Worthy Advisor and Mrs. Hart made official visits to all 4 districts in this state to observe ritualistic work of the Assemblies. Also, they were invited to represent Rainbow at the Annual Communication of the MW , AFM in SC, the Grand York Rite Banquet, Grand Chapter of Eastern Star, and the Grant Court of Amaranth. From the report submitted, Rainbow for Girls seems to be active throughout South Carolina with its influence being felt by many young girls as the adult leaders work to help prepare its members for future service to God, Family, and Society. This Committee congratulates Mrs. Hart on her appointment to serve the Supreme Assembly, but most importantly for her service to the young girls in South Carolina. For more information on the International Order of the Rainbow for Girls, one may contact her at (843) 332-1742 or at her email: [email protected]. Also, by going to the newly established web site: www.sciorg.org, and using the link for the Supreme Inspector, contact may also be accomplished. Fraternally submitted:

G. Kent Elkins (22, 10, 4), Chairman Adopted. Robert J. Bean, Sr. (31, 13, 10) Bobby J. Sprouse (33, 19, 3)

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON PATRIOTISM AND CIVIC ACTIVITIES To: The Grand York Rite Bodies of South Carolina: Your committee on Patriotism and Civic activities is proud to report that the American Flag is displayed in a place of honor in all York Rite Bodies in South Carolina and the pledge of Allegiance is a part of the opening that I have attended and many reports that they have a patriotism program each year. If your bodies do not, please give this serious consideration. Companions we still have troops over the entire globe and a candidate’s promise that if elected he would bring all troops home from Afghanistan and Iran within six months. We now have the largest military serving in foreign lands ever. These people need our prayers and support. They are giving their support and lives to keep America free. We do not have to agree with what the President and two houses of Congress, we do need to support them with your prayers. If you know someone in the military, write to them, you and I cannot understand how much this means unless you have served in the military. These people may be far away from home for the first time. If they have no family we will write to them. Brethren, I have served as chairman of this committee for 24 years. I was appointed by Butler Satterfield in 1987. I have tried to make it interesting because I really enjoyed writing it and would love to continue to serve as chairman; however I cannot continue for health reasons.

Fraternally submitted,

T. Henry Waldrep (21, 32, 17), Chairman

Adopted. N. Haskell Brabham (5, 5, 2) Eric A. Meace (64, 52, 22) 9 GRAND YORK RITE BODIES OF SOUTH CAROLINA 9

DISTINGUISHED GUESTS - OUT OF STATE ALABAMA ME Emory J. Ferguson, Gen. Gr. High Priest (Dual Member in South Carolina) * MI Teddy Grogan, Most Illustrious Grand Master * Ill Charles Singleton, Grand Marshall, RSM

FLORIDA * MI Howard H. Gardner, Most Illustrious Grand Master * SK Charles Cicero, RE Grand Commander SK Henry A. Adams, EG Captain General, KT

GEORGIA RE William L. Montgomery, RE Grand King RE Wade C. Smith, Sr., SE Regional Deputy General Grand High Priest MI Thomas Tinley, Most Illustrious Grand Master * ME James Ingram, ME Grand High Priest * Em Lloyd J. Leinbaugh, E Gr. Junior Warden, KT

NORTH CAROLINA MI Dennis R. Block, Most Illustrious Grand Master RP Douglas L. Soltow, SE Reg. Dept. G. G. Master General * ME W. Francis Pugh, ME Grand High Priest * SK Donald W. Wooster, RE Grand Commander * RI Dan C. Critcher, NC Ambassador, Gen. Gr. Council

INDIANA * ME James H. Hodge, Past Grand High Priest and Editor, RAM magazine

TENNESSEE SK Terry L. Plemons, RE Southeastern Department Commander * SK Charles M. Thames, G. Captain General, KT RI David Eugene Meador, Grand Chaplain R&SM * SK Herbert Glenn Beck, Jr., RE Grand Commander

* Received Honorary Memberships 10 GRAND YORK RITE BODIES OF SOUTH CAROLINA 10

DISTINGUIS HED MASONIC LEADERS IN SOUTH CAROLINA

Right Excellent Carl Truesdale, Past Southeast Regional Deputy General Grand High Priest, Royal Arch Masons, International Right Puissant Hal Gregory, Past Southeast Regional Deputy General Grand Master, Cryptic Masons, International and Knight Crusader of the East, KCC of SC Right Puissant J. Gordon Cartrette, Grand Marshal, General Grand Council, Cryptic Masons, International; Grand Superintendent, Grand Council of the United States of America Most Excellent Michael E. "Mike" Copeland, Ambassador, General Grand Chapter, Royal Arch Masons International; Most Illustrious William R. Logan, Ambassador, General Grand Council, Cryptic Masons, International and Governor of Palmetto York Rite College #70 Most Illustrious T. Henry Waldrep, ME President of Grand Council of Order of High Priesthood of SC Companion Jerry O. Glenn, TI Master; Thrice Illustrious Master’s Council Sir Knight Howard “Ted” Burgess, Grand Commandery Coordinator in South Carolina

for the Grand Encampment, Knights Templar, United States of America. Sir Knight Johnnie T. Morris, Grand Governor of the York Rite Colleges in SC Most Excellent Robert J. Bean, Sr., Prior of Palmetto Priory #54, KYCH Most Excellent Ll oyd F. Christopher, Intendant General of South Carolina, Red Cross of Constantine Most Excellent Emory J. Ferguson, Gen. Gr. High Priest (Dual Member in South Carolina) Most Worshipful Gerald L. Carver, Past Grand Master of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of South Carolina Most Worshipful D. Samuel Tennyson, Past Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of South Carolina, Past Southeast Department Commander, Grand Encampment, USA Most Worshipful G. Kent Elkins, Past Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of South Carolina and Chief Adept of SC College, MSRICF (Rosicrucians) Most Worshipful G. Ray Marsh, Grand Secretary and Past Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of South Carolina Most Worshipful Jack Marler, Grand Treasurer and Past Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of South Carolina Right Worshipful David DeChant, Senior Grand Warden of the Grand Lodge of South Carolina Right Worshipful William B. Rogers, Junior Grand Warden of the Grand Lodge of South Carolina Most Worshipful Barry Rickman, Most Worshipful Grand Master of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of South Carolina

REMARKS OF M.W. BARRY A. RICKMAN GRAND MASTER OF MASONS IN SOUTH CAROLINA

Grand Master Barry Rickman stated that he was blessed to be with the Grand York Rite members in Greenville. He had a wonderful time at the banquet and was glad to be back among his many friends. He mentioned that the focus of his term as Grand Master has been on quality. He feels that as he ends his term as Grand Master, a vast majority of the brethren in South Carolina have taken his focus to heart. He thanked everyone for helping to improve Masonry. Most Worshipful Brother Rickman stated that we are all brothers in Masonry, and he was proud to be a Mason. He looks forward to many more years of service to the fraternity. He made mention of the support of all the Past Grand Masters; there were 6 of the 8 of our living Past Grand Masters in South Carolina present. 11 GRAND YORK RITE BODIES OF SOUTH CAROLINA 11

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION

To: The Grand York Rite Bodies of South Carolina:

The following report is submitted to each of you in regard to the activity and actions taken by your Committee on York Rite Education. The Annual Statewide Educational Meeting along with the Annual Meeting of all Secretary/Recorders was held on January8, 2011 at the , 1518 Hampton Street, Columbia, SC. The Chairman of this Committee wishes first and foremost to thank the Grand Officers of the Grand Chapter, Grand Council and Grand Commandery for the outstanding displays in opening all three bodies of the York Rite in full form and by memory. Well done, M.E. Companion Schofield, MI Companion Sealy and RE SK Schofield. Hopefully this is being accomplished by all of our York Rite Bodies in S.C. Companions and Sir Knights, your Chairman would also like to report that there were, present at this meeting the following: 25 High Priests, which I believe is a record. 10 Kings, 6 Scribes, 17 Illustrious Masters, 10 Deputy Masters and 2 Principal Conductors of the Work, 17 Eminent Commanders, 19 Generalissimos and 8 Captain Generals, 9 Past Grand High Priests, 12 Past MI Grand Masters, 8 Past Grand Commanders, 4 Past Grand Masters, 3 Elected Grand Lodge Officers in addition to several appointed Grand Lodge Officers of the Grand Lodge of South Carolina, 14 Grand Chapter Officers, 12 Grand Council Officers and 12 Grand Commandery Officers. Also present were 20 Companions and Sir Knights from Chapters, Councils and Commanderies in the state for a total of 188. Recorders and Secretaries were not included in this count since they were at a separate meeting with the Grand Secretary/Recorder. All total a very great turn out. Thank you to all that attended. Once again all three Educational Sessions were held in the same room as was requested by critiques submitted. It is our hope that this helps with education in our entire York Rite system of Freemasonry. It is also my hope that each of the districts are doing something in the form of education in addition to our annual meeting in January. To each all of the Grand Officers, Companions and Sir Knights of the entire York Rite of Freemasonry in South Carolina, it has been an honor to have served each of you and it is our hope that we have served you in the manner expected. Fraternally submitted,

Lloyd F. Christopher (1, 1, 1), Chairman Robert J. Bean Jr. (35, 38, 8) Joe Parnell (7, 4, 11) C. Todd Schofield (5, 5, 2) David DeChant (1, 1, 1) Dean Tollison (16, 27, 16) Bill Rogers (35, 38, 8) Marcus L. Burdette (7, 4, 11) Grenfell Leonard (4, 25, 12) Adopted…

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON TIME AND PLACE

To: The Grand York Rite Bodies of South Carolina: Your Committee on Time and Place is pleased to advise these Grand Bodies that the Companions and Sir Knights of the Marion and Florence York Rite Bodies wish to extend an invitation to the Grand York Rite Bodies of South Carolina to host the 2012 Grand York Rite Session at The Landmark Resort at Myrtle Beach, South Carolina on March 11 – 13, 2012. It is the recommendation of this committee that this invitation be accepted and this report be adopted.

Fraternally submitted,

Robert W. Kendrick, PIGM (22, 10, 4) Chairman Carl Truesdale, PGHP (4, 25, 12), Richard Sealy, PGC (15, 8, 15)

Adopted… 12 GRAND YORK RITE BODIES OF SOUTH CAROLINA 12

THE LUCIUS A. AND MARGARET B. TODD FUND, INC. (The Grand York Rite Charities Fund of SC)

To: The Grand York Rite Bodies of South Carolina: The following report for the year 2010 is herewith submitted to the Most Excellent Grand Royal Arch Chapter of SC, the Most Illustrious Grand Council of SC, and the Right Eminent Grand Commandery of SC: Balances as of January 1, 2010: 1. CD 41411 119-0211611 (Wachovia Bank); Balance as of January 1, 2010...... 16,770.16 Interest earned during 2010...... 135.28 Total as of December 31, 2010 ...... 16,905.44 (Interest Rate: .072) Maturity Date: 2/11/12

2. CD. No. 9207 (Greenville First Bank) Balance as of January 1, 2010...... 1,592.80 Interest earned during 2010 Added to checking .... 35.44 Balance as of December 31, 2010...... 1,628.24 (Interest Rate: 2.25) Maturity Date: 3/17/10

3. CD No. 10755 (Greenville First Bank) Balance as of January 1, 2010...... 130,000.00 Interest earned during 2010 Added to checking .... 3,346.54 Interest Rate: 2.25) Maturity Date: 12/26/11

4. Checking Account (Greenville First Bank) Balance as of January 1, 2010...... 968.68 Interest added from CD #2 & CD #3 ...... 3,381.98 $ 4,350.66 Checks written during 2010 (SC Secretary of State) ...... 50.00 (Sheheen, Hancock & Godwin) ...... 1,000.00 Total checks written in 2010 ...... (1,050.00) Total in checking account as of December 31, 2010 ...... $ 3,300.66 Deposits to checking from other sources: Aiken York Rite Bodies ...... $100.00* Cyrus Chapter ...... 20.00* Alpha Council ...... 20.00* Greenville Commandery ...... 20.00* Florence Commandery ...... 34.00* Cephas Council ...... 33.00* Campbell Chapter ...... 33.00* Lafayette Council ...... 100.00* Horry Chapter ...... 40.00* York, York Rite Bodies ...... 50.00* Carl Truesdale ...... 1,000.00 Living Arch Chapter ...... 40.00 Hugh Bickley ...... 25.00 Ann Richey ...... 100.00 Grand Chapter Officers ...... 125.00 Grand Commandery Officers...... 150.00 Total deposited in checking account ...... 1,440.00 Total in checking account as of December 31, 2010 ...... $4,740.66

*Amounts included in interest shown in CD#2, CD# 3 above Interest to be distributed: $4,740.66

Total monies in checking account and CDs as of December 31, 2010: Checking Account ...... $ 4,740.66 13 GRAND YORK RITE BODIES OF SOUTH CAROLINA 13

CD #1 Shown Above...... 16,905.44 CD #2 Shown Above...... 1,592.80 CD #3 Shown Above...... 130,000.00 Total ...... $ 153,238.90

Interest to be divided: $3,381.98 Royal Arch Research Assistance ...... $1,127.33 Cryptic Masons Medical Research Foundation ...... 1,127.33 Knights Templar Eye Foundation...... 1,127.32 $ 3,381.98*

*At the direction of the “Todd” Fund Committee, the treasurer was directed to distribute the interest as follows: $900 to Royal Arch Research Assistance; $900 to Cryptic Masons Medical Research and $900 to Knights Templar Eye Foundation.

Respectfully submitted,

G. Kent Elkins (22, 10, 4) Treasurer

The Lucius A. and Margaret B. Todd Fund was organized and founded for the purpose of raising funds to be put in an endowment to help raise funds for the three (3) principal philanthropies of the Grand Chapter of South Carolina, The Grand Council, Royal & Select Masters and the Grand Commandery of South Carolina. Monies enumerated by the endowment will be used and those funds being equally divided between the charities. Adopted…

THE LUCIUS A. AND MARGARET B. TODD FUND, INC. (The Grand York Rite Charities Fund of SC)

To: The Grand York Rite Bodies of South Carolina:

The following report for the year 2010 is herewith submitted to the Grand Royal Arch Chapter, the Grand Council of Royal and Select Master and the Grand Commander, Knights Templar of South Carolina.

This is finally the year that we can see daylight.

I wish to give you the names of the Board of Directors:

Carl R. Truesdale, Chairman Charles M. Schofield, GHP D. Samuel Tennyson, Vice President O. Walt Sealy, IGM Johnnie T. Morris, Secretary C. Todd Schofield, REGC G. Kent Elkins, Treasurer Jerry M. Owens, Richard A. Wesner J. Frank Gilliland

I wish to thank them for their service.

The above report was given by our Treasurer, G. Kent Elkins.

Companions and Sir Knights, the growth of our principal fun will increase our giving each year and we thank you for your contributions.

Fraternally submitted,

Carl R. Truesdale (4, 25, 12) Chairman Adopted… 14 GRAND YORK RITE BODIES OF SOUTH CAROLINA 14

LIFE MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM GRAND YORK RITE BODIES OF FREEMASONRY OF SOUTH CAROLINA

SECTION A – GENERAL 1. This program shall be known as “The York Rite Life Membership Fund” of the Grand York Rite Bodies of Freemasonry of South Carolina. Hereafter referred to as the FUND. 2. A “Fund Committee” shall supervise and operate the investment of all monies received. These “Funds” shall be invested in insured instruments; government certificates, certificates of deposit and other such instruments as may be most expedient and advantageous. 3. The Fund Committee shall consist of nine (9) members as follows: The first year, three members shall be appointed by each of the three Grand York Rite Bodies to serve as follows: One member from each Body to serve one year, one member to serve two years and one member to serve three years. The Grand High Priest, Grand Illustrious Master, Grand Commander, the Grand Secretary/Recorder and Grand Treasurer(s) shall serve as ex-officio members. Thereafter, at each annual meeting of the Grand Body, one member shall be appointed to serve for a three-year term. 4. Each year after the Annual meeting of the Last Grand Body, but not later than June 1st of each year, this Fund Committee shall meet and elect from its number an Executive Committee consisting of three, one from each Body, which will manage the Committee activity and coordinate and communicate with the Grand Secretary/Recorder and Grand Treasurer. The Executive Committee will meet at least twice a year and be charged with investing the “funds” in accordance with Section A, Paragraph 2. 5. Any matter that may arise which is not specifically covered by these regulations shall be disposed of at a joint meeting of the M.E. Grand High Priest, the M.I. Grand M aster, and the R.E. Grand Commander along with the members of the Fund Committee. The action there taken shall be presented for the approval of the membership at the next following meeting of each Grand Body. 6. The Executive Committee charged with the investment of these funds shall be bonded in an amount approved by the presiding Grand Officers to protect these Funds. “THE FUND” will be audited by the Grand York Rite Audit Committees annually with the reports of those committees presented at each Annual Communication. (AMENDED - 2011)

SECTION B – ELIGIBILIT Y 1. Any constituent Chapter of Royal Arch Masons, Council of Royal & Select Masters or Commandery of Knights Templar may, by a vote of the members, and in accordance with its By-Laws, participate in the Fund, subject to the provisions here-in-after set forth. 2. Any member, who is in good standing in any participating constituent Body within this Grand Jurisdiction, may become a participant in the Fund and receive a “Life Membership Certificate” by paying into the Fund an amount which shall be determined by formula times annual dues. 3. Any Sir Knight who does not have a “Life Membership” in the Knight Templar Eye Foundation may NOT participate in the Commandery portion of the Fund. This requirement shall apply to any constituent Commandery electing to participate in the Fund, who desires to transfer their existing Life Membership Funds into the Grand York Rite Fund.

SECTION C – COST 1. The entire cost of the purchase of a Life Membership Certificate will be paid by the participating member in accordance with the formula set forth in Section C-3. 2. The formula established shall relate to the amount of annual dues in the members homebody and to that member’s age (nearest birthday) at the time of application for participation in the Fund. 15 GRAND YORK RITE BODIES OF SOUTH CAROLINA 15

3. The cost of a Life Membership Certificate shall be determined according to the following table:

AGE FACTOR 21-24 ...... 25 x 25-29 ...... 20 x 30-34 ...... 19 x 35-39 ...... 18 x 40-44 ...... 17 x 45-49 ...... 15 x 50-54 ...... 13 x 55-59 ...... 11 x 60-64 ...... 9 x 65 + ...... 7 x

The Constituent Body may add to the above sum an amount to make equal one Unit (or share) of twenty-five dollars, where factored amount is between a multiple of twenty- five; OR they may elect to take this sum from their treasury.

4. Upon receipt of the application for Life Membership by an individual member and payment of the proper amount, the Secretary/Recorder shall transmit to the Fund Committee Chairman the name of the applicant, date of birth and funds received. The Fund Committee Chairman shall deposit the funds received in the Fund Account. The Fund Committee Chairman shall issue the Certificate, which shall become effective on January 1st of the following year.

SECTION D – ADMINIS TRATION 1. The administration of the Fund shall be vested in the Life Membership Committee and under the jurisdiction of the M.E. Grand High Priest, the M.I. Grand Master and the R.E. Grand Commander. No Constituent Body shall exercise any control over the funds generated by sales of Life M emberships. 2. Payments in to the fund by the Constituent Bodies shall be in increments of $25.00, which shall constitute one (1) “unit or share.” The investment earnings shall be remitted to the individual Bodies based upon the number of units held by each Body. The Constituent Body shall then be responsible to pay to the Grand Body all dues and assessments of the Grand Body for its members holding Life Membership Certificates. A report of the Fund activity shall be made by the Committee at least annually to each Grand Body and each Constituent Body to its membership at its annual meeting. 3. Disposal of monies from the Fund shall not be made in any other manner except as hereafter presented. 4. The Fund Committee shall be responsible for keeping the records of each individual participating member, the investment of funds and the remittance to each participating Constituent Body, the pro-rata amount of income. The committee shall present a report at each annual meeting of the grand Body and at such other times as may be deemed necessary. Said report shall disclose the number of participants, the amount of invested funds and the distribution of total income to each participating Constituent Body. 5. On of before February 1st of each year all income from investments shall be returned to the participating Constituent Bodies according to their percent of the total amount invested in the Fund. An amount not to exceed two (2) percent of interest received MAY be retained by the Committee for administration, supplies, postage, etc. 16 GRAND YORK RITE BODIES OF SOUTH CAROLINA 16

6. Upon the holder of a Life Membership Certificate transferring to another Constituent Body within the jurisdiction, the FUND Committee Chairman shall upon notice thereof, transfer on the books of the Fund the fees received for such Life Membership, regardless of by whom the cost of said Life Membership was paid, to the credit of the Constituent Body to whom the transfer was made. Provided that, if the dues of the affiliated Body are greater than the amount of payment from the Fund, the member may pay the difference annually or, he may pay an additional amount into the Fund according to the current formula and thus receive a Life Membership Certificate in the affiliated participating Body. 7. Upon the holder of the Life Membership Certificate demitting from this Grand Jurisdiction to any other and taking a demit from his Body, then the fee for such membership shall remain to the credit of such Body in the future, or upon the death of said member the same shall hold true. No funds shall be transferred to another Grand Jurisdiction. If a Life M ember shall demit and then return to this jurisdiction, he shall regain his former paid up status subject to the provisions of Section D, Paragraph 6. 8. Any Constituent Body may, by vote, purchase from its funds a Life Membership Certificate for a member thereof, paying the fee as provided in the formula. 9. When two or more Constituent Bodies consolidate, all monies in the Fund shall be transferred to the credit of the surviving or consolidated Body. 10. Upon the dissolution of any Constituent Body, holders of Life Membership Certificates shall have membership transferred as provided in subdivision 6 of this section. The interest accruing from the Fund remaining to the credit of the dissolved Body shall at the end of the year be added to the principal of the Fund.

11. Constituent Bodies presently having a Life Membership Program may elect to join this program. However, no new Life Membership Programs shall begin.

12. Holders of Life Memberships are subject to all the laws, rules and regulations of the Grand Lodge of South Carolina, A.F.M., the Grand Body and the By-Laws of the Constituent Body and loss of membership by suspension, expulsion or exclusion shall automatically abrogate his Life Membership and any claim to any portion of any fees paid for such Life Membership; but, the Constituent Body of which he was last a member shall continue to receive the income from such funds.

13. No refunds shall be made to any participating member for any reason, except for special contributions provided for in Section E and then only in the manner provided in said section.

14. In the event of the dissolution of The York Rite Life Membership Fund, also referred to as “The Fund”, any monies remaining in “The Fund” shall be returned to the constituent bodies that purchased or owned the units (or shares) at the time of dissolution, prorated on the value at the sale of the securities. (AMEDED 2002)

SECTION E – SPECIAL CONTRIBUTIONS 1. Special contributions may be made to the Fund by individual members or Constituent Bodies above and beyond the amount necessary for the purchase of a Life Membership Certificate in order to create a greater amount of income during the start of the program. Special contributions will be accepted by the committee only in increments of $100.00. 2. Said contributions, plus interest earned, shall be returned to the contributor on request with approval of fund committee. 17 GRAND YORK RITE BODIES OF SOUTH CAROLINA 17

SECTION F – AMENDMENTS These regulations may be amended in the same manner and by the same process as outlined in the regular By-Laws of the Grand Body with the approval of the other Grand Bodies.

Adopted in all three Grand Bodies, March 13, 1988 Amendments Adopted in all three Grand Bodies, March 14-15, 1999; March 11, 2002

Attest:

Johnnie T. Morris Grand Secretary/Recorder

* See inside of back cover of proceedings for table showing calculations.

CHANGE OF LIFE MEMBERS HIP FUND CHAIRMAN

To: The Grand York Rite Bodies of South Carolina:

As of December 31, 2010, we hereby relinquish all duties and responsibilities of the Life Membership Fund Chairman from William R. Logan to A. Glenn Greene, III. This includes all funds, documents, financial statements and financial records. We appreciate the hard work and dedication that Brother Logan has contributed to this committee and Grand York Rites Bodies of South Carolina.

Fraternally submitted,

Charles M. Schofield, Grand High Priest

O. Walter Sealy, Illustrious Grand Master C. Todd Schofield, Grand Commander

Attest: Johnnie T. Morris Grand Secretary/Recorder Adopted. 18 GRAND YORK RITE BODIES OF SOUTH CAROLINA 18

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON LIFE MEMBERSHIP FUND

To: The Grand York Rite Bodies of South Carolina:

We, your Life Membership Fund Committee submit the following report for the period January 1, 2010 through December 31, 2010: Beginning Cash Balance January 1, 2010 - Bank of America ...... $ 13,817.10 INCOME: Dues Rec’d from Members ...... $ 15,320.00 Transfer from Invest Account...... $ 10,000.00 CD Maturity ...... $ 40,628.38 CRE Strategic Opp. Fund, LLC ...... $ 1,387.50 Total Income through December 31, 2010 ...... $ 67,335.88

Total December 31, 2010 ...... $ 81,152.98

EXPENSES: 2009 Life Membership Earns Pd Out 2010 .. $ 22,657.25 Pur. CRE Strategic Opportunity Fund ...... $ 25,000.00 Post age ...... $ 15.74 Total Expenses through December 31, 2010 ...... $ 47,672.99 Ending Balance for 12/31/10, Bank of America, Checking Acct...... $ 33,479.99

Ending Balance for 12/31/10 Merrill Lynch Wealth Mgt. Inv. A/C ...... $ 381,874.60 CRE Strategic Opportunity Fund, LLC ...... $ 25,000.00

Total Ending Balance for Life Membership Fund 12/31/10 ...... $ 440,354.59

Please note that the checks to the Constituent Bodies of $ 23,591.75 were paid out on January 12, 2011. A list of assets held in the name of The Grand York Rite Bodies of South Carolina, Life Membership Fund Committee is attached to and is a part of this report. We are pleased to report that there are 1,478 participants now in the program, a 3.4% increase over last year. The value of our portfolio as of December 31, 2010 is $ 440,354.59. The fund paid 7% to the participating bodies in 2010.

Respectfully submitted,

William R. Logan (37, 21, 5), Chairman G. Kent Elkins (22, 10, 4), Secretary Leroy J. Delionbach (41, 23, 14) Floyd Goff (4, 25, 12) Phillip Russell (1, 1, 1) Johnnie T. Morris (5, 5, 2) Norman E. Wood (20, 28, 23) Albert J. Wyatt (15, 8, 15) J. Gordon Cartrette (35, 38, 10) Adopted.

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REPORT OF SPECIAL AUDIT COMMITTEE ON THE YORK RITE LIFE MEMBERSHIP FUND

To: The Grand York Rite Bodies of South Carolina: We, your Special Audit Committee was appointed and charged with the responsibility of auditing the books, records, and transactions of the York Rite Life Membership Fund. On February 3, 2011, your committee met at the Grand Lodge Building in Lexington, SC with Right Worshipful and Most Illustrious Brother William R. Logan, the current Chairman and Administrator of the York Rite Life Membership Fund along with Right Worshipful Brother and Right Excellent Companion A. Glenn Greene, III, the incoming Chairman and Administrator of the York Rite Life Membership Fund. Your Committee was informed by MI William Logan that as far as he could recall the last time that the fund had been audited was five years ago. Therefore the Committee decided that the scope of our audit would be for the years 2009 and 2010. Our audit included a review of the monthly bank statements, bank deposits, checks written, internal excel spread sheets, the individual membership listing, the log of members additions and changes, the file of completed membership application forms, and the annual reports to the Grand York Rite Bodies. An overview of the flow of accounting methods, member applications loggings, deposits and recording of receipts and payments from and to local York Rite bodies or individual members was presented to the Committee by MI William Logan. In our opinion, the records of York Rite Life Membership Fund have been kept in accordance with good accounting methods and practices and the Annual Reports given by the York Rite Life Membership Fund Committee accurately reflect the transactions, the earnings and balances as reported by the various financial institutions holding the investments. Our tests provided acceptable and reasonable confirmation that the funds $440,354.59 balance being reported by the York Rite Funds Committee at December 31, 2010 is accurate. We, the Special Audit Committee, commend and express our deepest appreciation of MI William Logan for the proficient and great job that he has done throughout the years in investing and administering the York Rite Life Membership Fund. From our Audit, our Committee recommends a change to the By-Laws that governs the York Rite Life Membership Program. Section A – General, Item 6 reads “The Executive Committee charged with the investment of these “funds shall be bonded in an amount approved by the presiding Grand Officers to protect these “funds”. The “fund” will be audited by an approved CPA annually with that report presented at each annual communication.” Based on past practice history and the cost of retaining a CPA, it is our recommendation that the appropriate “By-Laws” Committees consider recommending to the Grand York Rite Bodies that item 6 be changed to read “The Executive Committee charged with the investment of these “funds shall be bonded in an amount approved by the presiding Grand Officers to protect these “funds”. The “fund” will be audited by the Grand York Rite audit committees annually with the reports of those committees presented at each annual communication.”

Fraternally submitted,

Gerald L. Carver, Chairman, PGM, PIM (17, 21)

G. Ray Marsh, PGM, PGHP (7) D. Samuel Tennyson, PGM, PGC (10, 15)

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CONSTITUENT BODIES, PRESIDING OFFICERS AND SECRETARY/RECORDERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA CITY CHAPTER COUNCIL COMMANDERY SECRETARY-RECORDER ABBEVILLE (864) 459-8073 HESPERIAN # 17 DeSAUSSURE # 16 No ABBEVILLE 4th Monday - 3rd Mon in Dec No Recess Ken Hanna Norman Slye ' William McCurry 7:30 No Refreshments PO Box 1840 3582 Hwy 20 ' 601 N Main 300 Brooks Street McCormick SC 29835 Due West SC 29639 ' Abbeville SC 29620 Clinton Lodge No. 3 2nd District (864) 391-3707 (864) 379-8553 ' (864) 328-5496 GRAND YORK RITE BODIES OF SOUTH CAROLINA SOUTH OF BODIES RITE YORK GRAND AIKEN (803) 649-6452 KADOSHLAYAH # 41 AIKEN # 23 AIKEN # 14 AIKEN 1st Tuesday No Recess Paul C Fleming Jon S Majerus Stanley D Stroud Gary B Hinson 8:00 Refreshments 7:15 213 Laurens St NW 750 Lanham Rd 54 Roper Ct 4 Bolin Ct 443 Laurens Street Aiken SC 29801 Edgefield SC 29824 N Augusta SC 29860 N Augusta SC 29841 Aiken Lodge No. 156 2nd District (803) 642-3545 (803) 279-2664 (803) 278-3904 (803) 278-3236

ANDERSON (864) 225-7440 BURNING BUSH #7 WYNNE #4 ANDERSON #11 ANDERSON 4th Tuesday 3rd Mon Dec Recess Jul Gordon Baillie Brown Jr Justin C Parnell Charles T Morgan H Ted Burgess 7:30 No refreshments 308 Hobson Rd 2116 Red Wood Dr 105 Old Oak Trail 114 Susie Road 118 1/2 E. Benson St. Anderson SC 29621 Belton SC 29627 Anderson SC 29621 Belton SC 29627 Hiram Lodge No. 68 3rd District (864) 226-7110 (864) 245-5842 (864) 328-5351 (864) 338-8816

CAMDEN (803) 432-4410 RISING STAR #4 LAFAYETTE #25 CAMDEN #12 CAMDEN 3rd Tuesday No Recess Michael T Goodman Joseph G Girard Christoph Watkins Carl R Truesdale 7:30 Refreshments 6:45 212 Coventry Lake Dr 1693 Greenhill Rd 29 Bushnell Ct 2125 Airline Dr 833 John G Richards Rd Lexington SC 29072 Lugoff SC 29078 Lugoff SC 29078 Camden SC 29020 Kershaw Lodge No. 29 5th District (803) 520-6717 (803) 420-4858 (803) 438-5985 (803) 432-2539

CHARLESTON (843) 571-7587 CAROLINA #1 ENOCH #1 SOUTH CAROLINA #1 CHARLESTON 3rd Tuesday Recess Jul & Aug Charles D Snyder Edward J Parent James L Chubb Lloyd F Christopher

7:30 Refreshments 6:45 433 Temple Rd 830 Milkell Dr 327 Tumbler Ln 2931 Foxhall Rd 1285 Orange Grove Road Ladson SC 29456 Charleston SC 29412 Cross SC 29436 Charleston SC 29414 Charleston Masonic Temple 1st District (843) 797-3398 (843) 795-2754 (843) 753-2995 (843) 571-2709

CHESTER (803) 385-2628 FRANKLIN #9 JACOB T. BARRON #22 CHESTER #7 CHESTER 3rd Thursday No Recess M Scott Hill James H Sanders David M Sealy W Penn Colvin 7:30 No refreshments 4229 Motor Cross Trl PO Box 310 610 Calvary Church Rd PO Box 211 125 Main Street Edgemoor SC 29712 Richburg SC 29729 Chester SC 29706 Chester SC 29706 20 Chester Lodge No. 18 4th District (803) 789-7707 (803) 789-5477 (803) 581-5633 (803) 789-5247 21

CONSTITUENT BODIES, PRESIDING OFFICERS AND SECRETARY/RECORDERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA CITY CHAPTER COUNCIL COMMANDERY SECRETARY-RECORDER CHERAW No Phone EXCELSIOR #23 EXCELSIOR #9 No CHERAW 4th Tuesday Recess Jun, Jul & Aug John H Brock Jonathan E Kropel ' William L Wicker 7:30 Refreshments 6:30 145 Jack Rivers Rd 328A Third St ' 100 State Road 210 3rd Street, Cheraw Chesterfield SC 29709 Cheraw SC 29520 ' Cheraw SC 29520 Cheraw Lodge No. 15 5th District (843) 623-3897 None ' (843) 537-3324 GRAND YORK RITE BODIES OF SOUTH CAROLINA SOUTH OF BODIES RITE YORK GRAND CLEMSON (864) 654-4562 LIVING ARCH #21 LIVING ARCH #32 S. MANER MARTIN #17 CLEMSON 2nd Tuesday Recess Jun & Jul David Johnson James W Lyle R Steven Fields J Frank Gilliland 7:00 Light Refreshments 602 Walter Scott Ln 515 Robin Hood Dr 105 Blue Ridge Dr 411 S Elm St 372 College Ave W Union SC 29696 Seneca SC 29678 Clemson SC 29631 Pendleton SC 29670 Clemson Lodge No. 254 3rd District (864) 710-3513 (864) 647-2846 (864) 654-9425 (864) 646-7167

COLUMBIA (803) 256-2538 COLUMBIA #5 UNION #5 COLUMBIA #2 COLUMBIA 2nd Wednesday Recess Jul James C Clifford Garland R Harman Henry R Garnett John A Bearden 8:00 Supper 7:00 PO Box 376 1 Hatrick Ct 2105 Winsor Rd PO Box 7724 1518 Hampton St Ballentine SC 29002 Columbia SC 29209 Cayce SC 29033 Columbia SC 29202 Hampton St. Masonic Temple 2nd District (803) 796-1921 (803) 783-1946 (803) 939-1669 (803) 796-4774

CONWAY (843) 248-2952 HORRY #48 KINGSTON #36 CONWAY #25 CONWAY 4th Monday (Dec 1st Fri.) No Recess William H Young Dickran Mgrdechain J Chris Collins Kenneth R Brackens 7:30 Dinner at 7:00 1651 Semerlin Ln 6301 Dawn Ct 5361 Zaccheus Ln 2742 Cultra Rd 15 Ave., Conway Loris SC 29569 Myrtle Beach SC 29579 Conway SC 29527 Conway SC 29526 Conway Lodge No. 65 6th District (843) 504-4555 (843) 903-6848 (843) 397-1627 (843) 365-5427

EASLEY No Phone PICKENS#47 PICKENS #34 EASLEY #21 EASLEY 1st Tuesday Recess Jun, Jul & Aug Fred A Tompkins George T Livingston Robert M McLean Clarence Elton Turner 7:30 Supper w/Work Only 304 Clemson Ave 205 King Circle 300 Stallion Rd 147 Summit Dr 439 NE Main St Greenville SC 29611 Easley SC 29640 Greenville SC 29612 Easley SC 29640 Bates Lodge #189 3rd District (864) 269-5934 (864) 855-0497 (864) 294-0973 (864) 859-4682

FLORENCE (843) 667-6727 CAMPBELL #31 CEPHAS #13 FLORENCE #10 FLORENCE 2nd Monday No Meeting - March Jeffery Gossage Thomas Knotts D Samuel Tennyson Robert J Bean Sr 7:30 Meal at 7:00 2605 S Purvis Dr 1725 Grant Rd 999 Took Pl PO Box 5059 3019 S. Cashua Dr. Florence SC 29505 Pamplico SC 29583 Florence SC 29505 Florence SC 29502 Florence Masonic Temple 6th District (843) 669-7878 (843) 493-5583 (843) 662-6476 (843) 662-1643 21 22

CONSTITUENT BODIES, PRESIDING OFFICERS AND SECRETARY/RECORDERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA CITY CHAPTER COUNCIL COMMANDERY SECRETARY-RECORDER GAFFNEY (864) 487-5133 GAFFNEY #55 POTTER #42 GAFFNEY #18 GAFFNEY 1st Thursday No Recess G Buck Jolley G Buck Jolley G Buck Jolley S Todd Humphries 7:30 Refreshments 6:45 532 Filter Plant Rd 532 Filter Plant Rd 532 Filter Plant Rd 537 Childers Rd 219 E. Floyd Baker Blvd. Gaffney SC 29340 Gaffney SC 29340 Gaffney SC 29340 Gaffney SC 29340 Granard Lodge No. 186 4th District (864)489-5459 (864)489-5459 (864)489-5459 (864)812-4136 GRAND YORK RITE BODIES OF SOUTH CAROLINA SOUTH OF BODIES RITE YORK GRAND GEORGETOWN No Phone WINYAH #45 WINYAH #24 WINYAH #24 GEORGETOWN 4th Tuesday - 3rd Tues Dec Recess Jun, Jul & Aug Michael F Evans John J Pope Daryn L Evans David Evans 8:00 Eat at 7:00 PO Box 323 667 Pope Rd PO Box 61 PO Box 323 E Side Hwy 17S/2617 S Fraser St Johnsonville SC 29555 Hemingway SC 29554 Johnsonville SC 29555 Johnsonville SC 29555 Winyah Lodge No. 40 1st District (843) 992-2142 (843) 558-2820 (843) 992-6261 (843) 992-2120

GREENVILLE (864) 233-4201 CYRUS #22 ALPHA #10 GREENVILLE #4 GREENVILLE 2nd Monday Recess Jun, Jul & Aug Christopher C. Grantham James r Humphreys Jr C Hogan Hariston Earl P Hudgens Jr 7:30 Supper at 6:30 1 Cantera Cir 3 Notchwood Ct 32 Sir Abbot St 545 N Martin Rd 222 Howe St Greenville SC 29615 Greenville SC 29611 Greenville SC 29607 Easley SC 29640 Walden Lodge No. 274 3rd District (864) 616-1794 (864) 246-4682 (864) 423-0728 (864) 836-8985

GREENWOOD (864) 223-4553 GREENWOOD #37 MAXWELL #21 GREENWOOD #5 GREENWOOD 2nd Monday Recess Jun & Jul John Busbin Thomas Hipp George Peet Phillip R Dorn 7:30 Refreshments 7:00 55 Strawberry Ln 134 Clifton St 165 Orchard Park Dr 103 Center Rd 121 Bailey Circle Donalds SC 29638 Greenwood SC 29646 Greenwood SC 29649 Greenwood SC 29646 Greenwood Lodge No. 91 2nd District (864) 861-4677 (864) 229-7170 (864) 227-7361 (864) 223-6286

HAMPTON No Phone DELTA #20 ALLENDALE #28 HAMPTON #23 HAMPTON 3rd Thursday No Recess Joseph Rutland Robert Eberly William S Creighton Jr Ronald G Winn 7:30 Supper 7:00 PO Box 834 71 Port Tack 8 Towhee Rd 605 Shaw Dr Hwy 278, Elm Street Hampton SC 29924 Hilton Head SC 29928 Hilton Head SC 29926 Hampton SC 29924 Evergreen Lodge No. 153 1st District (803) 943-2522 (843) 785-5393 (843) 682-2886 (803) 943-2344

LANCASTER (803) 285-6806 KEYSTONE # 19 WITHERSPOON # 33 LANCASTER # 19 LANCASTER 3rd Tuesday No recess Ronnie Broome Carroll T Jenkins Gary C Sowell J Frank Phillips 7:30 Refreshments 6:30 701 Scoutcabin Rd 8799 Hwy 207 3510 Flat Rock Rd 3829 Mining Rd 300 W. Gay Street Kershaw SC 29067 Pageland SC 29728 Kershaw SC 29067 Kershaw SC 29067 Jackson Lodge No. 53 5th District (803) 475-5314 (843) 672-2343 (803) 475-7733 (803) 285-3206 22 23

CONSTITUENT BODIES, PRESIDING OFFICERS AND SECRETARY/RECORDERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA CITY CHAPTER COUNCIL COMMANDERY SECRETARY-RECORDER LAURENS (864) 984-2011 RISING SUN # 6 ADONIRAM # 2 LAURENS # 13 LAURENS 4th Tuesday Resess Jun, Jul & Aug Dennis E Case Gerry Lee Morgan George P Latta Charlie A Chapman Jr 7:00 No Refreshments 11 N Beaver Ln 2518 West Gerogia Rd 8748 Highway 92 688 W Ridgeway Rd 316 Hillcrest Dr Greenville SC 29609 Piedmont SC 29673 Enoree SC 29335 Honea Path SC 29654 Palmetto Lodge No. 19 3rd District (864) 227-2567 (864) 243-2683 (843) 881-4641 (864) 444-1956 GRAND YORK RITE BODIES OF SOUTH CAROLINA SOUTH OF BODIES RITE YORK GRAND MARION (843) 423-1365 MARION #35 HIRAM # 38 DELPHI #8 MARION 3rd Tuesday No Recess George Newberry Leroy F Humphries Jr A Glenn Greene III Robert J Bean Jr 7:00 No Meal unless OV (7:00) 807 Covington St 6416 Old Nichols Hwy 815 Bethea St 1807 Old River Rd 205 E. Godbold Street Bennettsville SC 29512 Mullins SC 29574 Latta SC 29565 Fork SC 29543 Clinton Lodge No. 60 6th District (843) 454-0370 (843) 363-6584 (843) 752-1020 (843) 464-1294

MYRTLE BEACH (843) 448-3047 MYRTLE BEACH # 64 MYRTLE BEACH # 52 MYRTLE BEACH # 22 MYRTLE BEACH 1st Wednesday No Recess John A Johnson Jon C Harris Richard A Wesner Norman L Neitzel 7:30 Refreshments 7:00 1036 Victory Dr 260 Youpon Rd 108 Morton Circle 92 Dubose Loop 905 Hwy 501 Murrells Inlet SC 29576 Conway SC 29526 Myrtle Beach SC 29579 Murrells Inlet SC 29576 Myrtle Beach Lodge No. 353 6th District (843) 450-5310 (843) 347-9567 (843) 236-2982 (843) 651-8628

NEWBERRY (803) 321-0363 SIGNET # 18 ORIENTAL # 17 NEWBERRY # 6 NEWBERRY 2nd Monday Recess Jun, Jul & Aug James E Boozer James W Johnston James R Parks Jr Ralph F Bryan 7:30 No refreshments 330 Darren Boozer Rd 928 Bear Pt 1702 Wheeler St 2221 Wilson Rd 1304 Caldwell St. Prosperity SC 29127 Chapin SC 29036 Newberry SC 29108 Newberry SC 29108 Amity Lodge No. 87 2nd District (803) 364-3359 (803) 945-9120 (803) 276-7771 (803) 276-5943

ORANGEBURG (803) 536-0379 EUREKA # 13 PETROS # 11 ORANGEBURG # 9 ORANGEBURG 2nd Tuesday Possible Recess Jul & Aug James E Evans Charles Stoudemire Tommy Blackwood Dana P Rickards

8:00 Supper 7:15 2345 Charleston Rd SE 109 Keaton St PO Box 60998 5411 Bamberg Rd US Hwy 301 North Orangeburg SC 29115 North SC 29112 N Charleston SC 29419 Cope SC 29038 Shiboleth Lodge No. 28 1st District None (803) 568-3550 (843) 926-5788 (803) 536-9980

SPARTANBURG (864) 585-5135 CHICORA #33 BLAKE #19 SPARTANBURG #3 SPARTANBURG 2nd Monday - 3rd Mon in March No Recess G Peters David F Ervin Jr Stephen M Whitaker George R Peters 7:30 No meal unless OV 154 Megan Dr PO Box 1816 847 Vandenberg Dr 154 Megan Dr 190 W. Main Street Moore SC 29369 Cowpens SC 29330 Boiling Springs SC 29316 Moore SC 29369 Spartan Lodge No. 70 4th District (864) 266-3679 (864) 415-8050 (864) 497-9681 (864) 357-3891 23 24

CONSTITUENT BODIES, PRESIDING OFFICERS AND SECRETARY/RECORDERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA CITY CHAPTER COUNCIL COMMANDERY SECRETARY-RECORDER SUMTER (803) 773-9518 BEULAH #25 SEYMOUR #15 SUMTER #20 SUMTER 2nd Tuesday No Recess Lawrence W Braxton John E Gardenhire Samuel J Harrell Lawrence Craig Cagle 8:00 Refreshments 7:00 18 Edgewood Dr 2525 McCrays Mill Rd 4530 Nazarene Church Rd 850 Gray Fox Trail 215 Alice Drive Sumter SC 29150 Sumter SC 29154 Sumter SC 29154 Sumter SC 29154 Sumter Lodge No. 364 5th District (803) 773-0250 (803) 406-0022 (803) 481-4533 (803) 773-8140 GRAND YORK RITE BODIES OF SOUTH CAROLINA SOUTH OF BODIES RITE YORK GRAND UNION No Phone POINSETT #16 PINCKNEY #27 UNION #16 UNION 2nd Monday No Recess James Lancaster Jerry Willard Mike Lancaster Dean Tollison 7:30 No Refreshments 274 Woodhaven Dr 206 E South St 279 Deepwater Rd 1957 Jonesville Hwy Hwy 176 (Duncan Bypass) Union SC 29379 Union SC 29379 Union SC 29379 Union SC 29379 Union Lodge No. 75 4th District (864) 427-7590 (864) 429-3461 (864) 427-1634 (864) 427-1023

YORK No Phone MACKEY #15 ABSOLOM CODY #8 ROCK HILL #15 YORK 3rd Monday No Recess E Stacy Lewis Robert W Adkins Anthony Bizakis Jon G Lindsey 7:30 Snack 7:00 PO Box 11583 1503 McFarland Rd 311 Stephanie Ln 4483 Summerlin Pl 91 Stoney Brook Dr, York Rock Hill SC 29731 York SC 29745 Rock Hill SC 29730 Rock Hill SC 29732 Philanthropic Lodge No. 32 4th District (803) 984-5250 (803) 230-0353 (803) 493-7861 (803) 517-4956

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In Memorium VERNON AZALEE AMICK Most Excellent Grand High Priest 1979-1980 Past M. I. Grand Master Hon 1990 – Past V. E. Grand Commander Hon 1990 Born: February 26, 1915 – Died: March 17, 2010

Vernon Azalee Amick, son of the late Daniel Benson Amick and Mary Emma Koon Amick, passed away on Wednesday, March 17, 2010. Born February 26, 1915, in Chapin, SC, he was educated in the public schools of Chapin and furthered his education in police work with the City of Columbia, where he was employed for over 32 years. He was chosen by the Columbia Police Department as the first Police Officer of the Year. Brother Amick was raised a Master Mason in Shandon Masonic Lodge #370 in 1956 and served as Worshipful Master in 1961. He has served his lodge as secretary and treasurer. He was appointed as Grand Tiler of the Grand Lodge A.F.M. of South Carolina 1970-1971. He was exalted a Royal Arch Mason in Columbia Chapter #5, R.A.M. in 1964 and served as High Priest in 1970. He was Anointed, Consecrated and Set Apart in the Holy Order of High Priesthood in 1970. He was appointed Grand Representative of the Grand Chapter of Quebec, Canada, near the Grand Royal Arch Chapter of South Carolina June 29, 1971. He was created a Knight Templar in Columbia Commandery #2 in 1964 and served as Commander in 1971. He was initiated in Palmetto Priory #54, Knights of the York Cross of Honour in 1972. He was chairman of the Knights Templar Eye Foundation of Columbia Commandery #2 and a life member of the York Rite Bodies in Columbia. In 1974 he received the Knights Templar Cross of Honor Award. He was a member of All Saints' Conclave, Red Cross of Constantine; a member of the Royal Order of , The Philalethes Society. He was also a member of South Carolina Council #20, Knight Masons of the United States of America and served as Excellent Chief in 1979; a member of Columbia Scottish Rite; a former member of Hejaz Temple of the Shrine in Greenville, serving as Aide to the Potentate 1962 to 1963 and transferred to Jamil Temple A.A.O.N.M.S. as a charter member, where he was a member of the Past Masters Unit. He served as Worthy Patron of Shandon Chapter #193, Order of the Eastern Star 1960-1961 and 1969- 1970; as Grand Guard in the Grand Chapter of South Carolina 1966- 1968; as Watchman of Shepherds in Columbia Shrine #6, Order of the White Shrine of Jerusalem 1962- 1963 and 1974-1975; as Royal Patron of Magnolia Court #5, , Inc. 1967 and 1971; as Grand Lecturer of the Grant Court of Amaranth 1971; as Grand Royal Patron of the Grand Court Order of the Amaranth, Inc. of the State of South Carolina 1973; as President of the North Carolina-South Carolina Amaranth Association 1975-1976. Vernon was one of the best ritualists that I have ever had the pleasure to witness. I’ve seen dozens of Thrice Illustrious Masters conferred and have never seen anyone that could do “King Solomon” like Vernon. We were all privileged to see Vernon as Prelate in the conferral of the Orders of the Temple, which I’ve never seen anyone that could even compare to Vernon. He was a super ritualist for a good reason; he always put his whole heart into whatever he did. We all saw him many times sitting on his 3 wheel Police vehicle under a shade tree with a little book in his hand studying his ritual. Vernon became a member of the Scottish Rite and was very active in a number of the degrees until he and Violet were invited to attend the Columbia York Rite Bodies in the fall of 1963 and Violet asked George Romanstine to give her a petition and he came in the Columbia Bodies in 1964 and the rest has been history. Farewell Vernon, you have been a great Friend, Brother and Teacher and have given us much inspiration and lofty goals to strive for! Johnnie Morris

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PROCEEDINGS

OF THE

MOST EXCELLENT

GRAND ROYAL ARCH

CHAPTER

OF SOUTH CAROLINA

Two Hundredth Annual Convocation

Greenville, South Carolina MARCH 15, 2011, A∴I∴ 2541

OFFICIATING Charles M. Schofield, M∴ E∴ Grand High Priest Johnnie T. Morris, R∴ E∴ Grand Secretary

ELECTED Robert J. Bean, Jr., M∴ E∴ Grand High Priest Johnnie T. Morris, R∴ E∴ Grand Secretary 28 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 28

OFFICERS OF GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SC 2010-2011

ELECTED Charles M. Schofield (5) ...... M. E. Grand High Priest 147 Dickert Dr., Lexington 29073, Phone (803) 356-3059 (Connie) Robert J. Bean, Jr. (31) ...... R. E. Deputy Grand High Priest 1807 Old River Rd., Fork 29543, Phone (843) 464-1294 (Kimberly) Grady Lee Lanier, Jr. (16) ...... R. E. Grand King 632 Bob Little Rd., Jonesville 29353, Phone (864) 674-6561 (Brenda) Marcus L. Burdette (7) ...... R. E. Grand Scribe 910 Old Bell Rd., Iva, SC 29655, Phone (864) 348-7080 (Susan) H. Ted Burgess (7) ...... R. E. Grand Treasurer 114 Susie Rd., Belton 29627, Phone (864) 338-8816 (Mary) Johnnie T. Morris (5) ...... R. E. Grand Secretary Post Office Box 7463, Columbia 29202, Phone (803) 799-9159 (Judy) Haywood Fowler (48) ...... E. Grand Chaplain 669 Wright Rd., Tabor City, NC 28463, Phone (910) 653-5795 (Darla)

APPOINTED Terry C. Shaver (18) ...... E. Grand Captain of the Host 2815 Belfast Rd., Newberry 29108, Phone (803)276-0435 (Alice) Grenfell M. Leonard (4) ...... E. Grand Principal Sojourner 2007 Red Maple Rd., Kershaw 29067, Phone (803) 475-3068 (Esther) Justin Parnell (7) ...... E. Grand Royal Arch Captain 116 Redwood Dr., Belton 29627, Phone (864) 245-5842 Nelson D. Horton (55) ...... E. Grand Master of Third Veil 164 Champion Ferry Rd., Gaffney 29341, Phone (864) 489-0122 (Frances) Walter S. Westberry (7) ...... E. Grand Master of Second Veil 1505 Hwy 29 South, Anderson 29626, Phone (864) 225-5920 (Sue) Richard L. Swecker (22) ...... E. Grand Master of First Veil 600 Hunts Bridge Rd. #322., Greenville 29617, Phone (864) 294-7641 (Ann) Jerry O. Glenn (22) ...... E. Grand Sentinel 218 S. Wingate Rd., Greenville 29605, Phone (864) 277-2190 (Celia)

R. E. DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND HIGH PRIESTS David Evans (45) ...... First District PO Box 323, Johnsonville 29555, Phone (843) 386-2480 Robert J. F. Elsner (17) ...... Second District 8 Abbeville St.., Due West 29639, Phone (864) 379-2247 (Betsy) James A. Scott, III (22 & 6) ...... Third District PO Box 9285, Greenville 29604, Phone (864) 430-2988 (Joy) Dean Tollison (16) ...... Fourth District 1957 Jonesville Hwy., Union 29379, Phone (864) 989-0548 (Laura) Gary C. Sowell (19) ...... Fifth District 3516 Kershaw Camden Hwy, Kershaw 29067, Phone (803) 475-7733 A. Glenn Greene, III (35) ...... Sixth District 815 Bethea Ext., Latta 29565, Phone (843) 752-1020 (Beth)

OFFICERS OF GENERAL GRAND CHAPTER Emory J. Ferguson ...... M. E. General Grand High Priest 1615 Lakeview Dr., NW, Cullman, AL 35055-2315, Phone (256) 734-6787 (Bobbie) Charles “Pete” Taylor ...... R.E. S.E. Regional Deputy General Grand High Priest 285 Julia Lane, Toccoa, GA 30577-3744, Phone (706) 886-6143 (Rebecca) Larry E. Gray ...... R.E. General Grand Secretary PO Box 128, Greenfield, IN 46140-0128, Phone (317) 467-3600 (Rita) 29 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 29

CHARLES M. SCHOFIELD M.E. GRAND HIGH PRIEST PRESIDING March 15, 2011 30 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 30

ROBERT J. BEAN, JR. M.E. GRAND HIGH PRIEST ELECTED March 15, 2011 31 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 31

ROBERT J. BEAN JR MOST EXCELLENT GRAND HIGH PRIEST

Robert James Bean Jr. was born on January 19, 1976 in Dillon, SC. He is the oldest of two sons born to Bob and Becky Bean of Florence, SC. Robert is married to the former Kimberly Lee King of Florence, SC. They have two beautiful daughters, Kearson and Caroline. They are members of Latta Southern Methodist Church. After graduating from West Florence High School, Robert attended Florence-Darlington Technical College, where he earned an Associate’s Degree in Civil Engineering Technology. While attending college, he began working for the South Carolina Department of Transportation, where he currently works as an Assistant Resident Maintenance Engineer in the Florence Maintenance office. Robert began his Masonic journey as a member of Claude P Beale Chapter, Order of DeMolay in Florence, SC. He served his chapter as Master Councilor and then the Palmetto DeMolay Association as State Master Councilor. Robert was elected to serve DeMolay International as the Region III Coordinator. In 1997, he was initiated, passed and raised to the sublime degree of a Master Mason in Amity Lodge 340, in Florence, SC. He served as Worshipful Master in 2004. Robert is also a dual member of Fork Lodge 258 in Fork, SC, where he served as Worshipful Master in 2008. In 2009, he was honored to serve the Grand Lodge of South Carolina, AFM, as Grand Pursuivant. Robert was exalted as a Royal Arch Mason in Campbell Chapter 31 in Florence, SC, where he served as High Priest. He was appointed to serve as District Deputy Grand High Priest of the Grand Royal Arch Chapter of South Carolina in 2004. He was greeted as a Select Master in Cephas Council 13, where he served as Illustrious Master and was appointed District Deputy Grand Master in 2006. Robert was knighted in Florence Commandery 10, where he served as Eminent Commander and was appointed Grand Sword Bearer in 2007. Robert is also a dual member of Marion Chapter 35 and Hiram Council 38, where he currently serves as Secretary/Recorder. Robert is a member of the Anointed High Priesthood of South Carolina, Thrice Illustrious Masters Council of South Carolina, and Knight Crusaders of the Cross of South Carolina. He is also a member of Samuel HJ Womack Council 20, Knight Masons, Palmetto York Rite College 70, Palmetto Priory 54, KYCH, Allied Masonic Degrees, Council 148, Order of the Red Cross of Constantine – All Saints Conclave, and a member of Scottish Rite, Valley of Columbia.

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE MOST EXCELLENT GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA

OPENING SESSION Monday, March 15, 2011 The Grand Royal Arch Chapter of South Carolina was opened in ample form at the Embassy Suites in Greenville, South Carolina, on March 15, 2011, at 8:30 a. m., for the Annual Convocation, with the following officers in their stations:

ELECTED

Charles M. Schofield (5)...... M. E. Grand High Priest Robert J. Bean, Jr. (31) ...... R. E. Deputy Grand High Priest Grady Lee Lanier, Jr. (16) ...... R. E. Grand King Marcus L. Burdette (7) ...... R. E. Grand Scribe H. Ted Burgess (7) ...... R. E. Grand Treasurer Johnnie T. Morris (5) ...... R. E. Grand Secretary Haywood Fowler (48) ...... E. Grand Chaplain APPOINTED

Terry C. Shaver (18) ...... E. Grand Captain of the Host Grenfell M. Leonard (4) ...... E. Grand Principal Sojourner Justin Parnell (7) ...... E. Grand Royal Arch Captain Nelson D. Horton (55) ...... E. Grand Master of Third Veil Walter S. Westberry (7) ...... E. Grand Master of Second Veil Richard L. Swecker (22) ...... E. Grand Master of First Veil Jerry O. Glenn (22) ...... E. Grand Sentinel

R. E. DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND HIGH PRIESTS

David L. Evans (45) ...... First District Robert J. F. Elsner (17) ...... Second District James A. Scott, III (22 & 6) ...... Third District Dean Tollison (16) ...... Fourth District Gary C. Sowell (19) ...... Fifth District A. Glenn Greene, III (35) ...... Sixth District

MOST EXCELLENT PAST GRAND HIGH PRIESTS

* James W. Alewine (7) * Floyd W. Goff (4) * Eric A. Meace (64) Robert J. Bean, Sr. (48) L. Aubrey Haynes (4) * Robert V. Pinkston (1) * Marvin O. Burton (21) * W. Jay Horne (37) * J. Allen Prescott (25) * R. Henry Brown (4) * J. C. Hubbard, Jr. (21) * Larry S. Rhodes (21) Lloyd F. Christopher (1) * Robert H. Jackson, Jr. (15) Dana P. Rickards(13) Michael E. Copeland (7) G. Ray Marsh (7) Rawl J. Scheibler (5) Walter P. Davis (22) Gary N. Martin (55)) Carl R. Truesdale (4) * V. Ronald DuBose (1) Joseph L. McGee (5)(Hon) * Albert J. Wyatt (15) G. Kent Elkins * Sam D. McJunkin (21)

* Absent 33 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 33

GRAND REPRESENTATIVES

The Grand Representatives were recognized and congratulated on the service that they were rendering Capitular Masonry. They were urged to keep our Grand Representatives in other Grand Jurisdictions informed of the happenings in South Carolina.

GRAND REPRESENTATIVES PRESENT

Alabama ...... Robert W. Kendrick Alaska ...... Tommy Blackwood Arizona ...... Robert J. Bean, Sr. Belgium ...... Gary N. Martin British Columbia ...... John T. Dickson Colorado ...... W. Penn Colvin Connecticut ...... Joseph L. McGee Delaware ...... D. Samuel Tennyson Germany ...... Lloyd F. Christopher Idaho ...... Michael E. Copeland India ...... Doug Knauer Ireland ...... T. Henry Waldrep Israel ...... Haywood Fowler Italy ...... William R. Logan Kansas ...... G. Kent Elkins Kentucky ...... George R. Peters Maine ...... James J. Holmes Manitoba ...... Gerald L. Carver Maryland ...... Robert J. Bean, Jr. Mississippi ...... Grenfell M. Leonard Nebraska ...... Jerry O. Glenn New Hampshire ...... J. Frank Gilliland North Dakota ...... Charles E. Mackey Nova Scotia ...... Delbert R. Hayden Ohio ...... Carl R. Truesdale Oklahoma ...... Phillip G. Russell Oregon ...... J. Sam Burton Philippines ...... Douglas G. Lee Queensland ...... Johnnie L. Bolt Saskatchewan ...... Charles M. Schofield South Dakota ...... Earl P. Hudgens, Jr. Texas ...... Gary B. Jolley Virginia ...... Hugh J. Bickley Wisconsin ...... Grady L. Lanier, Jr. Wyoming ...... G. Ray Marsh 34 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 34

REPRESENTATIVES OF SUBORDINATE CHAPTERS 2011

No. Chapter City Representative 1 ...... Carolina ...... Charleston ...... Charles D. Snyder 4 ...... Rising Star ...... Camden ...... Carl R. Truesdale 5 ...... Columbia ...... Columbia ...... James C. Clifford 6 ...... Rising Sun ...... Laurens ...... Dennis E. Case 7 ...... Burning Bush ...... Anderson ...... Gordon B. Brown, Jr. 9 ...... Franklin ...... Chester ...... Penn Colvin 13 ...... Eureka ...... Orangeburg ...... Dana P. Rickards 15 ...... Mackey ...... York ...... John T. Dickson 16 ...... Poinsett ...... Union ...... James E. Duckett 17 ...... Hesperian ...... Abbeville ...... Ken Hanna 18 ...... Signet ...... Newberry ...... James E. Boozer 19 ...... Keystone ...... Lancaster ...... S. Hal Gregory 20 ...... Delta ...... Hampton ...... William B. Hadwin 21 ...... Living Arch ...... Clemson ...... Ronald Dodson 22 ...... Cyrus ...... Greenville ...... James R. Humphreys, Jr. 23 ...... Excelsior ...... Cheraw ...... None 25 ...... Beulah ...... Sumter ...... Vernon W. Jones 31 ...... Campbell ...... Florence ...... Thomas R. Knotts 33 ...... Chicora ...... Spartanburg ...... Tyler Peters 35 ...... Marion ...... Marion ...... Edward C. Suggs 37 ...... Greenwood ...... Greenwood ...... Jack A. Marler 41 ...... Kadoshlayah ...... Aiken ...... Brian A. Armstrong 45 ...... Winyah ...... Georgetown ...... David L. Evans 47 ...... Pickens ...... Easley ...... C. E. Turner 48 ...... Horry ...... Conway ...... Kenny R. Brackens 55 ...... Gaffney ...... Gaffney ...... Gary B. Jolley 64 ...... Myrtle Beach ...... Myrtle Beach ...... Ronald E. McGonigal

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON CREDENTIALS AND RETURNS

To: The Most Excellent Grand Royal Arch Chapter of South Carolina: We find 20 Grand Officers, 11Past Grand High Priests and 26 Representatives of Subordinate Chapters present and entitled to vote in this Annual Convocation.

Fraternally submitted,

Douglas G. Lee (55), Chairman Albert J. Wyatt (15) Hal Gregory (19) Johnnie T. Morris (5) R. Henry Brown (4) H. Ted Burgess (7) Adopted…

SUMMARY Grand Officers Present ...... 20 Past Grand High Priests Present ...... 11 Past Grand High Priests Honorary Present ...... 1 Number of Chapters ...... 27 Number of Chapters Represented ...... 26 Members, 12/31/2010 ...... 4,618 Members, 12/31/2009 ...... 4,786 Net Loss ...... -168 35 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 35

2010 – 2011 COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS

The Grand High Priest announced the following committees for 2010-2011:  APPEALS AND GRIEVANCES: Lloyd F. Christopher (1), Chairman; Don S. Blair (33) Robert D. Yonce (41)  AUDITING: G. Kent Elkins (22), Chairman; Lee Roy Bruce, Sr. (41) Douglas Lee (55) BY-LAWS: Albert J. Wyatt (15), Chairman; Gerald L. Carver (18) Floyd W. Goff (4) CHARTERS AND DISPENSATIONS: G. Kent Elkins (22), Chairman; Floyd W. Goff (4) Eric A. Meace (64)  CREDENTIALS AND RETURNS: Douglas G. Lee (55), Chairman; Johnnie T. Morris (5) Hal Gregory (19) Albert J. Wyatt (15) Howard T. Burgess (7) L. Aubrey Haynes (4) EDUCATION: Lloyd F. Christopher (1), Chairman; Robert J. Bean Jr (35, 31) DGHP Grady L. Lanier Jr (16) GK Marcus L. Burdette (7) GS David DeChant (1) {#1} Todd Schofield (5) {#2} Joe Parnell (7) {#3} Dean Tollison (16) {#4} Grenfell Leonard (4) {#5} Bill Rogers (35) {# 6}  FINANCE: Eric A. Meace (64), Chairman; Michael E. Copeland (7) Earl Hudgens, Jr. (22) Jerry M. Owens (22) FRATERNAL RELATIONS: L. Aubrey Haynes (4), Chairman; Albert J. Wyatt (15) Floyd W. Goff (4) GENERAL GRAND CHAPTER MEDAL: Lloyd F. Christopher (1), Chairman; Charles M. Schofield (5) Robert J. Bean, Jr. (35, 31) Grady Lee Lanier, Jr. (16) HONORARY PAST GRAND HIGH PRIESTS: G. Kent Elkins (22), Chairman; G. Ray Marsh (7) Lloyd F. Christopher (1) Ted Burgess, Grand Treasurer Johnnie Morris, Grand Recorder  JURISPRUDENCE: G. Ray Marsh (7), Chairman; R. Henry Brown (4) * Robert J. Bean, Sr. (31, 48) J. Gordon Cartrette (35, 48) Richard A. Wesner (1, 64)  LIFE MEMBERSHIP FUND: William R. Logan (37), Chairman; Johnnie T. Morris (5) G. Kent Elkins (22) Phillip Russell (1) Leroy J. Delionbach (41) Floyd W. Goff (4) J. Gordon Cartrette (35, 48) Norman E. Wood (20) Albert J. Wyatt (15)  MASONIC YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS: G. Kent Elkins (22), Chairman; Bobby J. Sprouse (33) Robert J. Bean, Sr. (31) MEMBERSHIP: Floyd W. Goff (4), Chairman;  Robert J. Bean Jr (35, 31) DGHP Grady L. Lanier Jr (16) GK Marcus L. Burdette (7) GS David Evans (45) {#1} Robert Elsner (17) {#2} Jim Scott (6) {#3} Dean Tollison (16) {#4} Gary Sowell (19) {#5} Glenn Greene (35) {#6}  NECROLOGY: Haywood Fowler (48), Chairman; Robert L. Blackwell (5) Rodney K. Powell (19) Johnnie T. Morris (5)  PATRIOTISM AND CIVIC ACTIVITIES: T. Henry Waldrep (21), Chairman; N. Haskell Brabham (5) Eric Meace (64)   RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION: Eric A. Meace (64), Chairman; N. Haskell Brabham (5) W. Penn Colvin (9) ROYAL ARCH RESEARCH: Robert J. Bean Sr. (31, 48), Chairman; Robert J. Bean, Jr (35, 31) DGHP Grady L. Lanier Jr (16) GK Marcus L. Burdette (7) GS Carl R. Truesdale (4) Wilson C. Hardee (45) Floyd W. Goff (4)  TIME AND PLACE: Carl Truesdale (4), Chairman; Bob Kendrick (22) Richard Sealy (15) TOPICAL REFERENCE: Robert J. Bean, Sr. (31, 48), Chairman; Carl Truesdale (4) Eric A. Meace (64) UNFINISHED BUSINESS: R. Henry Brown (4) *, Chairman; Robert J. Bean, Sr. (31, 48)  - 1 Report for All 3 Bodies given in Joint Session - Same Committee, Different reports in each Body * Died 11/18/2011 36 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 36

MOTIONS

On motion of Robert J. Bean, Jr., It was RESOLVED, that reading of the minutes of the last Annual Convocation be dispensed with, printed copies are in the hands of the representatives, and they be approved as printed. On motion of Grady Lee Lanier, Jr., It was RESOLVED, that all Royal Arch Masons in good standing be admitted to seats in this Grand Convocation.

PAST GRAND HIGH PRIESTS WELCOMED

Eleven (11) of the twenty six living PGHP were welcomed by the M. E. Grand High Priest, and thanked for their support, advice and cooperation during the past years. The R.E. Grand Secretary read the names of the PGHP not present as noted on the top of page 33.

ABSENCES NOTED R. E. Johnnie T. Morris, Grand Secretary called attention to the absence of fourteen (14) M. E. Past Grand High Priests: James W. Alewine, R. Henry Brown, Marvin O. Burton, V. Ronald Dubose, Floyd W. Goff, W. Jay Horne, J. C Hubbard, Robert H. Jackson, Sam D. McJunkin, Eric A. Meace, Robert V. Pinkston, J. Allen Prescott, Larry S. Rhodes, Jr. and Albert J. Wyatt.

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON APPEALS AND GRIEVANCES

To: The Most Excellent Grand Royal Arch Chapter of South Carolina:

Your Committee on Appeals and Grievances wishes to report that peace and harmony prevails throughout this Grand Jurisdiction. During the past year, no appeals or grievances have been submitted or reported to this committee.

Fraternally submitted,

Lloyd F. Christopher (1) Chairman Adopted. Don S. Blair (33) Robert D. Yonce (41)

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON HONORARY PAST GRAND HIGH PRIESTS

To: The Most Excellent Grand Royal Arch Chapter of South Carolina:

Your committee on Honorary Past Most Excellent Grand High Priests, after careful consideration, has determined that no recommendations for this high honor will be made. Anyone wishing to make recommendations to this committee is urged to submit your nominations as far in advance of the annual communication as possible. This request is made in order to give the committee members ample time to distribute the material and properly consider the information. The committee moves that this report be accepted.

Fraternally submitted,

G. Kent Elkins (22), Chairman Adopted G. Ray Marsh (7) Lloyd F. Christopher (1) 37 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 37

ADDRESS OF THE GRAND HIGH PRIEST CHARLES M. SCHOFIELD

Most Worshipful Grand Master, Most Excellent Sirs, Most Illustrious Sirs, Right Eminent Sirs, Distinguished Guest, and Companions all:

It is indeed a great pleasure as your Most Excellent Grand High Priest to welcome everyone present to this Two Hundredth Annual Convocation of the Most Excellent Grand Royal Arch Chapter of South Carolina. To my Companions from this Grand Jurisdiction, thank you for your support and trust you have extended to me during the four years you have allowed me to serve as one of your Grand Line Officers, especially this year. To our distinguished out-of-state guests, I welcome you to the Embassy Suites in Greenville, South Carolina. I hope your stay with us has been an enjoyable one and please come back to visit us anytime. When our meeting is concluded this morning, I pray for your safe return to your homes and family. To my local committee, thanks for all the effort and hard work that it took to put on this event. I would like to thank all of my officers, elected, appoint and committeemen, for the outstanding job you did this year. Your dedication and hard work are the main reasons that my job was so enjoyable. Thank you. I would like to thank all Past Grand High Priests and Past Grand Masters for their friendship and advice. South Carolina is very fortunate to have such a fine and active group of Past Grand Masters. To our Grand Master, Most Worshipful Barry Rickman, we met at a lot of different functions and you always made us feel very special. I also would like to thank Illustrious Brother Mike Smith S.G.I.G .of Scottish Rite Masonry of South Carolina for his help and recognition of the York Rite Bodies. Brothers, we are all one fraternity. If one falls, we all fall. Unity must prevail. I want to thank our Grand Secretary Johnnie T. Morris and especially Judy Morris (the REAL secretary) for everything that they do. To the Most Illustrious O. Walt Sealy and Sir Knight Todd Schofield R.E.G.C., it has been wonderful traveling with you. We went everywhere and unity prevailed. I also must thank the Grand York Rite for the opportunity this year of serving together with my son, my brother and my best friend. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

STATE OF THE CRAFT Companions, during my travels across the state and in other jurisdictions, I have observed that we are all having the same problems. Some of the chapters are struggling while others are doing great. Loss of members, finances and attendance are our biggest problems. We need to recruit more, work harder on retaining old members and eliminate NPDs. I think if we improve our ritual work and try to open in full form, pride and enthusiasm will return and create more interest. We need to utilize our new members more than we have in the past. The youth of today are leaders of tomorrow. Honors must also be placed upon these young men when and where the opportunity arises. We need to use their knowledge and put them on committees. I would like to report that all of our bodies have opened in ritualistic form. This is a first as far as I know and is a tribute to the bodies, my District Deputy High Priests and the state as a whole for this wonderful accomplishment. Our finances are not in as good of shape as we would like them to be. We need to increase our dues. I know that is a touchy subject, but everything has gone up more than our dues through the years. 38 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 38

It was with sadness that I approved the merger of Marlboro #30 in Bennettsville with Marion #35 in Marion.

NECROLOGY Companions, the Supreme Grand High Priest of the Universe called home 159 Companions this past year. Our condolences go out to their families. Our Grand Chaplain, Right Excellent Haywood Fowler will have more to say when he gives his report later this morning.

DUAL MEMBERSHIPS I was pleased to approve the following request to hold Dual Membership for the Companions listed below. 1. Ed Suggs 2. George P. Latta 3. Dennis Eugene Case

DISPENSATIONS All dispensations were of a routine nature and issued in accordance with the standard procedure. Copies are on file in the Grand Secretary’s office.

DECISIONS I am pleased to report that no decisions were required during the year. Peace and harmony prevail throughout the Grand Jurisdiction.

GRAND REPRESENTATIVES I was pleased to recommend the following companions for appointments as the Grand Representative of another Grand Chapter near the Grand Chapter of South Carolina. Robert Elsner ...... Quebec Todd Rush ...... Saskatchewan Charles Schofield ...... Georgia

I was pleased to recommend the following companions to represent the Most Excellent Grand Royal Arch Chapter of South Carolina near other Grand Jurisdictions.

John Nimchuck ...... Quebec Bruce R. Howard ...... Vermont

BY-LAWS CHANGES The following Chapters were approved for By-Law changes during the year: Kadoshlayah #41, Gaffney #55 Mackey #15.

THE GREAT SMOKEY MOUNTAIN SUMMER ASSEMBLY Companions, I attended the Great Smokey Mountain Summer Assembly July 11, 12 and 13. We had a large group in attendance from South Carolina. The North Carolina York Rite Masons do an excellent job each year on this event. Companions, I encourage you to try and attend if at all possible. Please take your family for an enjoyable weekend in Maggie Valley, North Carolina. 39 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 39

GRAND LODGE OF ANCIENT FREE MASONS Companions, it was my honor to represent you at the Annual Communication of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Ancient Free Masons of South Carolina April 22-23, 2010 in Columbia. Connie and I were honored with an invitation to the Grand Master’s Banquet on Wednesday night before Grand Lodge. Most Worshipful Barry Rickman, Grand Master, and his wife Gail, had an enjoyable evening planned for all in attendance. Thank you Most Worshipful Sir for the invitation extended to Connie and me.

THE BURGER RING The Honorable W. L. M. Burger, a Union Army Officer was appointed to a judgeship in The Holy City of Charleston in 1870, five years after the Civil War had ended. He was also a Royal Arch Mason and presented this beautiful ring to our Grand Chapter, to be worn by the Grand High Priest during his term in office and passed on to his successor. I was honored to receive The Burger Ring from Most Excellent Dana Richards last March in Myrtle Beach. Because of its historical value, I deposited it and the duplicate in my gun safe. Due to the request (DEMAND) from one of our Past Grand High Priest Rawl Scheibler, I have worn the duplicate ring to all of our official visits. It will be an honor to pass these rings on to my successor, RE Robert Bean Jr., DGHP after he is installed as the Most Excellent Grand High Priest later this morning.

SOUTHEASTERN YORK RITE CONFERENCE The Southeastern York Rite Conference was held at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Greenville on June 10th, 11th and 12th, 2010. The organization of the conference was very good. In the Chapter sessions, the subjects discussed were important, but I think we need to concentrate more on our problems with attendance at our meetings, NPDs, retention of members and anything else that would help our York Rite Masonry. I would like to open it up more to a discussion from the officers of the states attending on how they address and solve these problems. Officers and Companions please put the Southeastern York Rite Conference on your schedule for next year. The fellowship and friendship you make will last a lifetime.

ROYAL ARCH RESEARCH ASSISTANCE The Royal Arch Research Assistance is the charity the Grand Royal Arch Chapter through the General Grand Chapter Royal Arch Masons, International supports. It supports the research into Central Auditory Processing Disorders. I continued the tradition of carrying the P-Pot to each Chapter. This year you have contributed $2766.00. As in the past, we will divide it equally between the three charities of the York Rite. A check will be presented to each charity for $922.00. Thank you Companions for your contributions.

THE GRAND CHAPTER EDUCATION PROGRAM Our education program is one of the main supports of our Fraternity. I want to thank our State Chairman, ME Companion Lloyd Christopher for continuing to serve on this committee and for the superb programs you have put together. I also want to thank the District Deputy Grand High Priests and the Education Committeemen for working together in your Districts. We have changed our statewide Educational Meeting in January. We have finally put together a good meeting where you can get education in all three bodies on the same day. We have had great feedback from our past meetings. The more we learn about Capitular Masonry, the better we will be to serve our Brethren. 40 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 40

THE GENERAL GRAND CHAPTER MEDAL The General Grand Chapter, International presents the General Grand Chapter Medal through The Grand Royal Arch Chapter of South Carolina each year to a Companion, who has been recognized for outstanding service to his Chapter. This is the highest honor any Royal Arch Mason can receive. This year that honor goes to Companion Kenneth R. Brackens. Excellent High Priests, start early looking for someone from your Chapter that has worked quarries for Capitular Masonry in general. We need to honor these Companions for their service to the Fraternity.

IN-STATE VISITS It was a privilege for me to have been able to visit all the Chapters in this Grand Jurisdiction. I was received better than I deserved. The food and fellowship was outstanding. Listed below is a summary of my in-state visits excluding my regular meetings in Columbia: March 14-16, 2010 ...... Grand York Rite, Myrtle Beach March 18 ...... Franklin Chapter #9, Chester March 27 ...... KYCH, Columbia April 12 ...... Cyrus Chapter #22, Greenville April 13 ...... Beulah Chapter #25, Sumter April 20 ...... Carolina Chapter #1, Charleston April 21 ...... Grand Master’s Banquet, Columbia April 22-23 ...... SC Grand Lodge A.F.M., Columbia May 5 ...... Scottish Rite, Columbia May 6 ...... Gaffney #55, Gaffney May 7-8 ...... York Rite Slow Class, Columbia May 8 ...... Super Excellent Masters Degree, Aiken May 15 ...... Unity Dinner, Aiken May 24 ...... Hesperian Chapter #17, Abbeville May 25 ...... Excelsior #23, Cheraw June 2 ...... Myrtle Beach #64, Myrtle Beach June 5 ...... Knight Masons, Greenwood June 10-12 ...... SE York Rite Conference, Greenville June 14 ...... Chicora #33, Spartanburg June 15 ...... Keystone Chapter #19, Lancaster June 17 ...... Delta Chapter #20, Hampton June 24-26 ...... Grand Assembly Rainbow Girls, Columbia July 24 ...... DeMolay, Summerton August 3 ...... Kadoshlayah Chapter #41, Aiken August 9 ...... Campbell Chapter #31, Florence August 11 ...... Columbia #5, Columbia August 17 ...... Rising Star Chapter #4, Camden September 7 ...... Pickens Chapter #47, Easley September 13 ...... Greenwood Chapter #37, Greenwood September 14 ...... Eureka Chapter #13, Orangeburg September 22 ...... Columbia York Rite Ladies Night, Columbia September 27 ...... Horry Chapter #48, Conway September 28 ...... Winyah Chapter # 45, Georgetown October 11 ...... Poinsett Chapter #16, Union October 12 ...... Living Arch Chapter #21, Clemson October 19 ...... Marion Chapter #35, Marion 41 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 41

October 23 ...... Dedication, Boyleston Lodge 123, Columbia October 26 ...... Burning Bush Chapter #7, Anderson November 8 ...... Signet Chapter #18, Newberry November 15 ...... Mackey Chapter #15, York November 22 ...... Rising Sun Chapter #6, Laurens November 28 ...... Camden Christmas Observance, Camden December 4 ...... Knight Masons, Columbia December 4 ...... Palmetto York Rite College #70, Columbia December 12 ...... Christmas Observance, Newberry December 16 ...... Christmas Observance, Greenwood December 19 ...... York Rite Christmas Observance, Columbia January 22, 2011 ...... K.Y.C.H., Columbia January 22 ...... Knight Masons, Columbia February 26 ...... Chair Degrees, Columbia January 8 ...... Statewide Education Meeting, Columbia March 13-15...... SC Grand York Rite, Greenville

HONORARY MEMBERSHIPS I thank you for the Honorary memberships and Chapter Pennies that I was presented. I will treasure these forever.

OUT OF STATE VISITS It was my honor and privilege to represent The Grand Royal Arch Chapter of South Carolina at these visits. I was also presented Honorary Memberships in each of the Grand Jurisdictions that I visited. I was always received in a proficient manner.

Listed below are my out-of-state visits.

March 21-23 ...... North Carolina Grand York Rite, Clemmons, NC April 15-17 ...... Florida Grand York Rite, Lake Mary, FL May 2-5 ...... Georgia Grand York Rite, Macon, GA July11-13 ...... Great Smoky Mountain Summer Assembly, Maggie Valley, NC February 27-29, 2011 ...... Alabama Grand York Rite, Alabama

RECOMMENDATIONS I recommend: 1. That the Grand Secretary’s office remains at 1518 Hampton Street, Columbia, unless a more suitable space is found. 2. That the Grand Royal Arch Chapter continues to support RARA. 3. That the Grand Royal Arch Chapter continues to support the youth organizations. 4. That the Grand Royal Arch Chapter retains its membership and support of the General Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons, International. 5. That the local Chapters promote subscriptions to “The Royal Arch Mason” magazine. 6. That we continue fraternal relations with the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Ancient Free Masons of South Carolina and the other . 7. That we continue to have the State Instructional Meeting on the second Saturday of January in Columbia. 8. That each Chapter will open and close in due-form four times during the year. 9. That the top four officers of the Grand Chapter attend the annual planning meeting held in January. 42 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 42

10. That due to the price of gas, the Grand High Priest’s traveling expenses be increased to $2500.00 11. That we work together more with our communications. 12. That we involve our young members more on committees, work and honors when available. 13. That we assist all Chapters, Councils and Commanderies with help from our Grand Lodge Officers in any way we can to open up their bodies in full form. 14. That we replace the DDGHP aprons as they are in poor shape. 15. That we audit the Life Membership Fund annually by our audit committee.

CONCLUSION I want to thank all of my officers for the outstanding job they did this year. Your dedication and work are the main reason that my job was so enjoyable. Thank You. I next would like to thank all the Past Grand High Priests and Past Grand Masters for their friendship and advice. Thanks to the Columbia York Rite Body for their support and encouragement. To Robbie, Grady and Marcus, good luck on your journey. I think that it is great to see Robbie at 35 years of age as Excellent Grand High Priest. This shows me we may be heading in the right direction. I am looking forward to visiting with you as much as I can. I can see nothing but greatness for the Grand Royal Arch Chapter of South Carolina. To Most Illustrious Walt Sealy and Right Eminent Todd Schofield, there are no words to describe the many hours and good times we had. To Joe Parnell, congratulations on being elected the Most Illustrious Master, and I wish the very best in your journey. I love you, Tiger. To Todd, my son, this year was the high light of my life. I am so proud of you and I love you so much. To my one and only Connie, thank you for putting up with me. Things will slow down, I promise. Thanks for the memories.

Respectfully submitted,

Charles M. Schofield Most Excellent Grand High Priest

P.S. - YES, MICHAEL, WILLIAMS-BRICE STADIUM IS, WAS AND SHALL ALWAYS BE THE CENTER OF THE STATE. AND, BY THE WAY, IT’S 1,182 MILES TO OMAHA. GO GAMECOCKS! Referred to Committee on Topical Reference…

REMARKS OF R. EX. WADE C. SMITH, SR. R. Ex. SE General Grand Chapter, Royal Arch Masons, International

R. Ex. Wade Smith commented on a job well done by Charles Schofield and asked for a round of applause. He also thanked PGM Sam Tennyson for all that he does. He made mention of the fact that there are quite a few young people in the grand line and that they are our future. He spoke of excellence in South Carolina due to the unity he sees of all the Grand Bodies in our state. R. Ex. Smith invited all to Southeastern on June 10 and 11. He thanked everyone for the honor to be with SC. He asked that God bless them and be sure to come to the convocation in Georgia. 43 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 43

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON TOPICAL REFERENCE

To: The Most Excellent Grand Royal Arch Chapter of South Carolina:

Your Committee on Topical Reference makes the following report: We have the report of the Grand High Priest and note with appreciation his fidelity and zeal for the craft. We recommend the following matters be referred to the committees named: 1. To the Committee on Necrology all matters pertaining to necrology. 2. To the Committee on Membership all matters pertaining to membership. 3. To the Committee on Fraternal Relations all matters pertaining to appointments of Representatives to other Grand Jurisdictions and visitations both in and out of state and recommendations No 4, 6. 4. To the Committee on Jurisprudence all matters of By-Laws, Dual Membership, Decisions Dispensations and recommendation No 14. 5. To the Committee on Royal Arch Research recommendation No. 2. 6. To the Committee on Education recommendations No. 7 and 9. 7. To the Committee on Finance recommendations No. 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 10 and 14. 8. To the Committee on Masonic Youth Organizations recommendation No. 3. 9. To the Audit Committee recommendation No. 15.

Fraternally submitted,

Robert J. Bean, Sr (31 & 48), Chairman Adopted. Carl R. Truesdale (4) Eric A. Meace (64)

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON FRATERNAL RELATIONS

To: The Most Excellent Grand Royal Arch Chapter of South Carolina: Your committee commends Most Excellent Companion Charles Schofield Grand High Priest, on his leadership for 2010-2011. He has represented South Carolina with dignity and honor in all his visits both in and out of state. Your committee approves and commends the following appointments of Grand Representatives to South Carolina from other Grand Jurisdictions: John Nimchuck – Quebec Bruce R. Howard – Vermont Your committee approves and commends the following appointments of Grand Representatives from South Carolina to other Grand Jurisdictions: Robert Elsner – Quebec Todd Rush – Saskatchewan Charles Schofield. – Georgia Your Committee approves and recommends recommendations Nos. 4 and 6 of the M.E. Grand High Priest’s Address. The Grand Chapter of South Carolina continues to be in harmony with the World of Royal Arch Masonry. Fraternally submitted

L. Aubrey Haynes (4 & 7), Chairman

Adopted. Floyd W. Goff (4) Albert J. Wyatt (15) 44 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 44

REPORT OF GRAND TREASURER

To: The Most Excellent Grand Royal Arch Chapter of South Carolina:

I hereby submit my annual report covering the period March 1, 2010 through February 28, 2011:

March 1, 2010 BALANCES: Wachovia Checking ...... $ 1,000.00 Wachovia Money Market ...... 43,653.56 Anderson Bros. Bank CD ...... 60,000.00 Merrill Lynch ...... 100,000.00 Total ...... $ 204,653.56 RECEIPTS Johnnie T. Morris, Grand Secretary Dues, Fees, Supplies...... $ 31,456.20 Wachovia Money Market Interest ...... 141.57 Merrill Lynch – Earnings ...... 3,379.39 Anderson Bros. Bank CD ...... 1,118.62 Bank Charge Refund – Wachovia ...... 0.00 Banquet Ticket Sales ...... 2,812.33 38,908.11 Total Accounts + Receipts ...... $ 243,561.67

DISBURSEMENTS Warrants (3337 - 3515) ...... $ 38,203.82 Bank Charges ...... 0.00 38,203.82

Total to Account For ...... $ 205,357.85

February 28, 2011 BALANCES: Wachovia Checking ...... $ 1,000.00 Wachovia Money Market ...... 44,357.85 Anderson Bros. Bank CD ...... 60,000.00 Merrill Lynch ...... 100,000.00 Total ...... $ 205,357.85

I truly appreciate the cooperation received from our Most Excellent Grand High Priest, M.E. Companion Charles M. Schofield and our Right Excellent Grand Secretary, Right Excellent Companion Johnnie T. Morris, and especially from our Secretary, Judy Morris.

Fraternally submitted,

H. Ted Burgess Grand Treasurer Referred to Finance Committee and later adopted. 45 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 45

REPORT OF GRAND SECRETARY

To: The Most Excellent Grand Royal Arch Chapter of South Carolina:

I hereby submit my annual report covering the period March 1, 2010 through February 28, 2011. RECEIPTS 2010 Dues ...... $ 30,978.00 Rituals and Supplies ...... 150.00 Bonds ...... 290.00 Ticket Sales ...... 3,003.00 Penalty ...... 48.30 Refunds on annual returns ...... 365.50 $34,834.80

DISBURSEMENTS Refunds Ticket Sales ...... $ 190.67 Paid Grand Treasurer (Ticket Sales) ...... 2,812.33 Refunds on annual returns ...... 365.50 Bank Charges ...... 10.10 Paid Grand Treasurer ...... 31,456.20 $34,834.80

CONDENSED STATISTICAL STATEMENT

INCREASE Members, 1/1/2010 ...... 4,786 Exalted ...... 165 Affiliated ...... 89 Error ...... 11 Reinstated ...... 25 290 5,076

DECREASE Died ...... 159 Demitted ...... 85 N. P. D...... 201 Error ...... 7 Suspended or Expelled ...... 6 458 Members, 12/31/2010 ...... 4,618

Net Loss – 168

The C. J. Peterson Award this year goes to Greenwood Chapter No. 37 for the largest percentage gain of 2.12%. Keystone No. 19 had a 1.85% gain; Gaffney, Carolina and Living Arch had an increase of 1 and Eureka remained the same again this year. The E. V. Hinton Award for the largest numerical gain of 4 for the 2nd year in a row goes to Greenwood Chapter No. 37. We had a net loss in the Grand Chapter of 168, bringing our total membership down to 4,618.

Fraternally submitted,

Johnnie T. Morris, Grand Secretary

Referred to Finance Committee and later adopted. 46

STATISTICAL STATEMENT Life Membership Fund INCREASE DECREASE Ministers-Exempt Supplies & Bond & Supplies Members Year 40 MEMBERS MEMBERS Sus or Exp Reinstated Affiliated Demitted Exaulted LOSS/GAIN GRAND Increase Error Error NPD Died ROYAL DUES DUES

ARCH CAROLINA OF SOUTH ARCH CHAPTER ROYAL GRAND CHAPTER 2009 TOTAL 2010

No. Name Location 1 Carolina Charleston 290 28 1 29 319 12 3 12 1 28 291 1 25.80 2,343.50 10.00 23 79 5 4 Rising Star Camden 172 53 53 225 8 9 17 208 36 10.00 1,394.00 10.00 43 82 1 5 Columbia Columbia 429 9 2 11 440 12 1 15 28 412 -17 18.00 3,053.50 10.00 50 205 9 6 Rising Sun Laurens 105 2 8 10 115 4 4 111 6 10.00 544.00 10.00 44 16 4 7 Burning Bush Anderson 226 10 10 236 13 5 18 218 -8 14.00 1,422.50 10.00 55 85 9 Franklin Chester 125 0 125 3 12 15 110 -15 16.00 586.50 10.00 39 26 2 13 Eureka Orangeburg 162 9 3 12 174 5 7 12 162 0 18.00 1,183.50 10.00 24 90 3 15 Mackey York 287 8 8 295 11 2 13 26 269 -18 14.00 1,681.00 10.00 70 44 5 16 Poinsett Union 131 5 5 136 3 10 13 123 -8 17.00 827.50 10.00 27 24 1 17 Hesperian Abbeville 65 6 2 1 9 74 5 1 6 68 3 14.00 483.00 10.00 15 2 1 18 Signet Newberry 138 3 3 141 3 4 7 134 -4 10.00 1,006.50 70.00 17 92 19 Keystone Lancaster 266 11 1 3 15 281 3 7 10 271 5 10.50 1,472.00 10.00 100 12 6 20 Delta Hampton 92 5 5 97 2 1 5 8 89 -3 13.00 657.50 40.00 14 10 21 Living Arch Clemson 308 22 5 27 335 7 12 7 26 309 1 14.00 2,247.00 10.00 54 100 6 22 Cyrus Greenville 340 3 3 6 346 22 3 13 38 308 -32 21.00 1,797.00 10.00 89 29 12 23 Excelsior Cheraw 48 0 48 1 3 4 44 -4 10.00 297.50 10.00 7 6 2 25 Beulah Sumter 181 3 1 4 185 3 9 12 173 -8 13.00 1,210.50 10.00 33 127 30 Marlboro Bennettsville 25 0 25 25 25 0 -25 0.00 0.00 10.00 0 0 31 Campbell Florence 233 6 1 1 8 241 15 13 1 29 212 -21 25.00 1,239.50 10.00 70 42 33 Chicora Spartanburg 283 7 7 290 7 1 14 22 268 -15 22.00 1,770.50 10.00 63 27 35 Marion Marion 71 5 26 1 32 103 3 3 6 97 26 25.00 700.00 10.00 15 10 3

37 Greenwood Greenwood 185 4 2 2 8 193 3 1 4 189 4 17.00 1,257.00 70.00 42 22 3 41 Kadoshlayah Aiken 121 3 2 5 126 5 4 9 117 -4 23.00 819.50 10.00 24 68 45 Winyah Georgetown 80 5 5 85 1 5 6 79 -1 15.00 606.50 10.00 6 3 4 47 Pickens Easley 150 1 1 2 152 6 10 16 136 -14 17.00 689.50 10.00 55 119 1 48 Horry Conway 76 1 2 2 5 81 1 1 8 4 14 67 -9 20.00 522.50 10.00 7 22 1 55 Gaffney Gaffney 111 8 8 119 1 2 4 7 112 1 12.00 814.00 10.00 20 113 59 Hart Kershaw 44 0 44 44 44 0 -44 0.00 0.00 10.00 64 Myrtle Beach Myrtle Beach 42 3 3 45 4 4 41 -1 30.00 352.00 10.00 23 1 46 TOTALS 4,786 165 89 25 11 290 5,076 159 85 201 6 7 458 4,618 -168 $14.65 $30,978.00 $440.00 1,006 1,478 70

MD 2 / 03 Annual Returns, Stat Sheets, etc.xls 47 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 47

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON (RARA) ROYAL ARCH RESEARCH ASSISTANCE To: The Most Excellent Grand Royal Arch Chapter of South Carolina: Your Committee on Royal Arch Research Assistance makes the following report for the period of March 12, 2010 through March 11, 2011. Companions, we would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the support you have shown for our philanthropy since our last Annual Convocation, as well as commending Dr. Joan Burley and her staff for all of their hard work researching hearing disorders. Dr. Burley has now retired but her work continues through the Able Kids Foundation. Royal Arch Research continues to support this fine work supporting children with auditory perception problems. There still remains some confusion about our philanthropy. Our philanthropy continues to be Royal Arch Research Assistance, which provides funds to the Able Kids Foundation. Donations should made to Royal Arch Research Assistance (RARA). During the year the number of chapters donating through your committee chairman decreased by 21% to a total of fifteen (15), however it is your chairman’s understanding that other Chapters may have sent contributions directly to the Executive Director. It would be very helpful for tracking purposes, and to assure proper credit, if all chapters submitted their contributions through the chairman of the Royal Arch Research Committee. During the year, memorials totaling $110.00 (down 35%) were received in memory of Companions Vernon A. Amick, PGHP, Ashby E. “Pat” Kelley, Robert Ordie Campbell, Robert H. Jennings III and Thomas Yon. Companions, memorials are an excellent way to honor our companions that have passed on to that undiscovered country from whose borne no traveler ever returns, and we urge all chapters to adopt this practice. Total donations recorded during the year increased by 12% to a total of $6526.44. There were twelve (12) chapters (same as last year) that earned Gold certificates for giving at the $100 or more level: Carolina No. 1, Mackey No. 15, Delta No. 20, Living Arch No. 21, Campbell No. 31, Chicora No. 33, Marion No. 35, Winyah No. 45, Horry No. 48 and Gaffney No.55. Ten (10) chapters qualified for 100% certificates (down by 3) with donations totaling at least $1 per member: Carolina No. 1, Burning Bush No. 7, Franklin No. 9, Hesperian No. 17, Delta No. 20, Living Arch No. 21, Excelsior No. 23, Campbell No. 31, Chicora No. 33, Marion No. 35, Horry No. 48, and Gaffney No.55. This year there were three chapters that earned one of the distinctive R.A.R.A. lapel pins with one diamond for making a single contribution of $500.00 or more. These chapters were Carolina No. 1, Mackey No. 15 and Chicora No. 33. Carolina Chapter No. 1 in Charleston again led the way in total contributions with $1265.00 and Mackey No. 15 deserves an honorable mention with $1000.00. The top chapter in donations per member was also Carolina No.1 with $4.17 per member. Fraternally submitted:

Robert J. Bean, Sr., (31 & 48) PGHP Chairman Robert J. Bean, Jr. (31&35) DGHP Marcus L. Burdette (7)GS Grady Lee Lanier (16) GK Carl R. Truesdale (4) PGHP Wilson C. Hardee (45) MIPGM Floyd W. Goff (4) PGHP Adopted. 48 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 48

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON NECROLOGY To: The Most Excellent Grand Royal Arch Chapter of South Carolina: During the past 12 months, God in His divine plan has chosen to call from this transitory life to the Celestial life above 159 of our companions. Among that number was Vernon A. Amick, Past Grand High Priest and James G. Dover, Honorary- Past Grand High Priest. We mourn the passing of our brothers and companions, and our sympathies are extended to their families and friends as we consider our loss. We pray that they look to our heavenly Father for strength, guidance, and comfort in times of need. We give thanks to God for the work they have accomplished, the influence they have exerted, and the contributions they made to the world as they served God and man. For those of us who remain, let us carefully improve the various scenes of life through which we pass. Let us humbly ask for guidance to improve the time still remaining to us, so that when our labors on earth are ended that we shall have cause to thank God that grace which has enabled us to do His blessed will. Let us earnestly seek that spiritual life, which cannot be destroyed by death. Let us remember that the man, who is spiritually alive, may look at death with boldness, and bid defiance to its utmost rage. He has nothing to fear for God is with him. Angels wait to conduct him to regions of immortality. And even this perishing body will rise again, to die no more. So Companions with a strong faith, let us stand together to remember our brothers and call upon the Name that is above every name.

Fraternally submitted,

Haywood Fowler (48), Chairman Hugh J. Bickley (5), Emeritus Robert L. Blackwell (5) Rodney K. Powell (41) Johnnie T. Morris (5) Adopted.

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON BY-LAWS

To: The Most Excellent Grand Royal Arch Chapter of South Carolina:

We your By-Laws Committee in conjunction with the recommendation by the “Special Audit Committee on the York Rite Life Membership Fund” present the following By-Laws change for adoption by the Most Excellent Grant Royal Arch Chapter of South Carolina: Be it hereby resolved that The Life Membership Program, Grand York Rite Bodies of Freemasonry of South Carolina, SECTION A – GENERAL, Item number 6 which reads: “The Executive Committee charged with the investment of these “funds shall be bonded in an amount approved by the presiding Grand Officers to protect these “funds”. The “fund” will be audited by an approved CPA annually with that report presented at each annual communication.” Be changed to read: “The Executive Committee charged with the investment of these “funds shall be bonded in an amount approved by the presiding Grand Officers to protect these “funds”. The “fund” will be audited by the Grand York Rite Audit Committees annually with the reports of those committees presented at each annual communication.” Since the Life Membership Program is governed by all three of the South Carolina Grand York Rite Bodies, your Committee recommends that this By-Laws Change also be adopted by The Grand Council, Royal and Select Masters of South Carolina and The Grand Commandery, Knights Templar of South Carolina.

Fraternally submitted,

Albert J. Wyatt (15), Chairman G. Kent Elkins (22) Gerald L. Carver (18) Floyd W. Goff (4) Adopted. 49 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 49

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON MEMBERSHIP

To the Most Excellent Grand Royal Arch Chapter of South Carolina:

Your committee on Membership submits the following report for the year 2010: The 29 subordinate chapters of this Grand Jurisdiction exalted 165 new companions, reinstated 25, and affiliated 89 with an error of 11, for a total increase of 290. 159 were called home by the Grand Architect, 85 demitted, 6 were suspended or expelled and 201 went NPD. We had 7 errors for a total decrease of 458 and a decline of 168. We congratulate the following chapters for having no NPD’s: Rising Sun #6, Hesperian #17, Marlboro #30, Greenwood #37 and Hart #59. We also congratulate the following chapters for having a net gain: Carolina #1(+1), Rising Star #4 (+36), Rising Sun #6 (+6), Hesperian #17 (+3), Keystone #19 (+5), Living Arch #21 (+1), Marion #35 (+26), Greenwood #37 (+4), and Gaffney #55 (+1). Again companions, the membership committee sadly reports that our losses out number our gains by 168. There’s nothing we can do about our Grand Architect work, but a lot we can do about our work. Although we had 42 less NPD’s this year, we must work hard to bring this figure down to zero.

Recommendations:

1. Continue working with Worshipful Masters in their Blue Lodges on educating the brothers about York Rite Masonry. 2. Don’t let meetings drag on. Make them interesting and educational. 3. Keep as many as possible involved. 4. Practice opening and closing the degree work in long form and in uniform if available. 5. Continue to promote life membership. 6. Keep up the good work.

Fraternally submitted,

Floyd W. Goff (4), Chairman

Robert J. Bean, Jr., DGHP (31) Grady Lee Lanier, GK (16) Marcus Burdette, GS (7) David Evans (45) Dist #1 Robert Elsner (17) Dist #2 Jim Scott (22) Dist #3 Dean Tollison (16) Dist #4 Gary Sowell (19) Dist #5 Glenn Greene (35) Dist #6 Adopted.

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON CHARTERS AND DISPENSATIONS

To: The Most Excellent Grand Royal Arch Chapter of South Carolina:

The Committee on Charters and Dispensations wishes to make the following report. No dispensations or charters for new chapters were issued during the year. All other dispensations were of a routine nature and are on file in the Grand Secretary’s office. We recommend that these dispensations be approved.

Fraternally submitted,

G. Kent Elkins (22) Floyd W. Goff (4) Eric A. Meace (64) Adopted. 50 GRAND ROAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 50

REPORT OF FINANCE COMMITTEE

To: The Most Excellent Grand Royal Arch Chapter of South Carolina: We have carefully analyzed the income and expenditures for 2010-2011 and submit the following budget for the year beginning March 1, 2011 through February 29, 2012: Estimate Spent Estimate GRAND CHAPTER 2010-2011 2010-2011 2011-2012 General Grand Chapter Dues 1,674.45 3,720.00 3,551.00 Salaries: Grand Secretary 9,100.00 9,100.00 9,100.00 Grand Treasurer 1,350.00 1,350.00 1,350.00 Secretary 8,650.00 8,650.00 8,650.00 Annual Communication Expense 1,500.00 3,147.22 * 1,500.00 Director of IRS - Social Security 1,500.00 1,461.36 1,500.00 Federal Employment Tax 150.00 168.85 170.00 S. C. Employment Tax 250.00 161.45 165.00 Bond - Chapter Officers 150.00 133.67 150.00 Office Space Expense 3,000.00 3,000.00 3,000.00 Office Furniture & Equipment & Maintenance 650.00 636.75 300.00 Telephone & Web Service 550.00 505.68 550.00 Supplies: Saleable 1,000.00 0.00 1,000.00 Office Consumable & Stationery For Grands 800.00 793.00 800.00 Proceedings 1,200.00 1,100.00 1,000.00 Contingent Fund 150.00 117.25 150.00 Apron & Case for M. E. Grand High Priest 325.00 325.00 325.00 Regalia & Repair for Grand Officers 300.00 0.00 300.00 M. E. Grand High Priest Travel & Misc. 1,900.00 1,900.00 1,900.00 Grand Secretary Travel & Miscellaneous 635.00 635.00 635.00 Triennial Meeting: M. E. Grand High Priest 0.00 0.00 800.00 Grand Secretary 0.00 0.00 400.00 SE Area Meeting: M. E. Grand High Priest 200.00 200.00 200.00 Deputy Grand High Priest 200.00 200.00 200.00 Grand Secretary 67.00 67.00 67.00 Grand Treasurer 67.00 67.00 67.00 Annual State-wide Educational Meeting 50.00 43.39 50.00 Waynesville Summer Assembly 50.00 50.00 50.00 Ladies Entertainment for Grand York Rite 450.00 321.20 450.00 RARA Chairman Postage 100.00 100.00 100.00 DeMolay Development & Extension 200.00 200.00 150.00 Rainbow Girls 50.00 50.00 100.00 $36,268.45 $38,203.82 $38,730.00 * Money received from ticket sales -2,812.33 * TOTALS $36,268.45 $35,391.49 $38,730.00 51 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 51

FINANCE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS

We recommend that the Grand Secretary be authorized to appropriate sufficient funds to cover the expense of purchasing consumable supplies. We recommend approval of the Annual Reports referred to this Committee by the Grand Treasurer and Grand Secretary. We recommend that the Grand Treasurer, Grand Secretary and Chairman of the Finance Committee be authorized to invest funds at their discretion in Government Bonds, AAA Utility Bonds and insured Savings and Loan Certificates. We recommend that if the M.E. Grand High Priest and/or the Right Excellent Deputy Grand High Priest is/are unable to attend the Southeastern York Rite Conference and the RE Grand King and/or the RE Grand Scribe do attend, that the budgeted funds be given to the RE Grand King and Scribe. We recommend continued assistance to R.A.R.A and Able Kids Foundation. We recommend the continued support of youth groups as contained in the Grand Chapter budget. We recommend that the Grand Secretary-Recorder maintain office space at 1518 Hampton Street, Columbia, S.C. for another year unless more suitable space is found at a comparable rental rate. We recommend that the Grand Royal Arch Chapter of South Carolina continue to support the General Grand Chapter International. We cannot at this time support the ME Grand High Priest’s recommendation No. 10 due to insufficient funds.

Fraternally submitted,

Michael Copeland (7), Chairman

Jerry M. Owens (22) Earl P. Hudgens (22) Adopted…

REPORT OF AUDITING COMMITTEE

To: The Most Excellent Grand Royal Arch Chapter of South Carolina:

We herewith submit our report. We have this day, March 2, 2011, examined the books of the Grand Treasurer and the Grand Secretary and find them neatly and correctly kept and all funds accounted for. The balance of the Grand Treasurer is as follows: Wachovia Bank ...... $ 1,000.00 Wachovia Money Market ...... 44,357.85 Funds Invested and in Savings & Loans ...... 160,000.00 Total ...... $ 205,357.85

Fraternally submitted,

G. Kent Elkins (22), Chairman

Lee Roy Bruce, Sr. (41) Doug Lee (55) Adopted… 52 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 52

GENERAL GRAND CHAPTER MEDAL FOR MERITORIOUS SERVICE

To: The Most Excellent Grand Royal Arch Chapter of South Carolina: Your committee appointed to select a recipient for the General Grand Chapter Medal for Meritorious Service is pleased to announce the name of Companion Kenneth Brackens of Horry Chapter No. 48 to receive this distinguished honor. His selection was based on total service to our entire York Rite not only in his district but in our state as well. Congratulations on your many accomplishments Companion Kenny. Your committee wishes to thank those High Priests who have taken the time to submit a worthy companion for this distinguished honor. Once again, we remind and encourage each High Priest in our Grand Chapter to submit one worthy companion for this honor. Remember there is only one companion selected each year for this high honor. On behalf of the Grand Chapter of South Carolina: Respectfully submitted,

Lloyd F. Christopher, PGHP (1) Chairman Charles M. Schofield GHP (5) Robert J. Bean, Jr. DGHP (31) Adopted. Grady L. Lanier, Jr., GK (16)

RECIPIENTS OF THE GENERAL GRAND CHAPTER SILVER MEDAL

* 1975 Hugh N. Layne (33) 2005 Johnnie T. Morris (5)

RECIPIENTS OF THE GENERAL GRAND CHAPTER BRONZE MEDAL

* 1951 Ben T. Jones (35) * 1985 Johnnie P. Lucas (19) * 1952 Victor Berry, Jr. (46) * 1986 James T. Berry (13) * 1953 The above were given 1953 * 1987 J. W. Watts (19) * 1954 S. Maner Martin (21) 1988 Ronald M. Becknell (32) * 1955 A.S.J. McDowell (33) 1989 Martin H. Price (4) * 1956 Harry Stiller (5) * 1990 Fred D. Looney (7) * 1957 Harry R. Stevens (1) * 1991 Walter G. Underwood (64) * 1958 R. W. Coleman (9) * 1992 Marvin N. DeYoung (54) * 1959 Pinckney N. Abrams (18) * 1993 Russell J. Bell (25) ** 1960 Sumter G. Bishop, Jr. (6) 1994 Ronald G. Winn (20) * 1961 George H. Rodgers (1) 1995 Joseph L. McGee (5) ** 1962 Bobbie F. Ayers (13) 1996 Jerry A. Holt (25) * 1963 Frank B. McCoy (41) * 1997 Edwin A. Vincent, Sr. (20) * 1964 Samuel H. Harden (9) * 1998 James Dover (41) * 1965 J. Erskine Thompson (19) 1999 Samuel M. Willis (21) * 1966 T. H. McPherson (31) 2000 Harold L. Taylor (63) * 1967 Samuel Aiken (22) 2001 Herman L. Resch (1) * 1968 Lemuel W. Pittman (58) 2002 Wayne C. Smith, Jr. (5) * 1969 Velver E. Bentley (16) 2003 W. Eldred Johnson (48) * 1970 David F. Merrill (47) 2004 Bernard J. Heavey, Jr. (64) * 1971 Burrell R. Wells (5) 2005 Howard C. Tucker (33) * 1972 Lawrence H. Jones (4) 2006 Dean Tollison (16) * 1973 Joe M. Black (7) 2007 Gary B. Jolley (55) * 1974 George W. Heller, Sr. (18) * 2008 Walter H. Johnson (33) * 1975 J. L. Kemp (37) * 2009 Jon G. Lindsey (15) * 1976 J.O. Cartrette (48) 2010 Charles D. Snyder (1) * 1977 Clifford D. Parsons (45) 2011 Kenneth Brackens (48)

* 1978 William G. Cox (21) 1979 Tommy Hardwick (35) * 1980 John N. Grice (5) * 1981 J. P. Jeffcoat (22) * 1982 William A. Todd (20) * 1983 C. E. Longberry, Jr. (25) 1984 J. Frank Gilliland (21) * Deceased ** Not Affiliated 53 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 53

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON JURISPRUDENCE

To: The Most Excellent Grand Royal Arch Chapter of South Carolina: Your Committee on Jurisprudence has studied the Grand High Priest’s address on topics related to Jurisprudence and is pleased to make the following report: Most Excellent Companion Charles M. Schofield, Grand High Priest, has represented this Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons in a very professional manner during his term as Grand High Priest and is to be congratulated on a job well done! Most Excellent Companion Schofield did an excellent job in making sure that the laws of the Grand Chapter were followed in all his decisions and informing the subordinate Chapters that he expected them to do likewise. We also approve of the Grand High Priest’s actions in approving the By-Law changes for the following Chapters: Gaffney Chapter No. 55 Kadoshlayah No. 41, RAM Mackey No. 15, RAM Most of these changes had to do with dues increases. These Chapters are to be congratulated for taking this important step to help insure the future of their Chapters. Your Committee on Jurisprudence approves of Most Excellent Companion Schofield granting dual memberships to the following Companions: Companion Ed Suggs – Horry Chapter No. 48 and Marion Chapter No. 35 Companion George P. Latta – Greenwood Chapter No. 37 & Rising Sun Chapter No. 6 Companion Dennis E. Case – Greenwood Chapter No. 37 and Rising Sun Chapter No. 6 All dispensations were of a routine nature and issued in accordance with standard procedures and are on file in the office of the Grand Secretary. Harmony reigns in this Grand Chapter and our Grand High Priest was not called on to make any decisions that involved Royal Arch Masonry law during the Masonic year. We can find nothing in the Grand High Priest’s recommendations that requires the attention of this committee. In closing, on behalf of the Jurisprudence Committee, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to Most Excellent Companion Charles M. Schofield for all of his hard work and dedication which made not only this Grand Chapter but Freemasonry as a whole a better Fraternity.

Fraternally submitted,

G. Ray Marsh PGHP (7) Chairman Adopted. R. Henry Brown PGHP (4) Robert J. Bean, Sr. PGHP (31)

REMARKS OF M. EX. EMORY J. “SMOKEY” FERGUSON G.G.H.P., General Grand Chapter, Royal Arch Masons, International M. Ex. Ferguson stated how glad he was to be back in South Carolina. He apologized for missing the last two years but explained that many of the meetings are held at the same time. He mentioned his great respect for the companions of S.C. He then recognized the following: R Ex Wade Smith who has filled the vacancy left by Charles “Pete” Taylor, James Hodge; Carl Truesdale, Kent Elkins, Aubrey Haynes, and Michael Copeland. He explained that these are our ambassadors and are very important to our order. He spoke of the magazine, a great publication. M Ex. Ferguson mentioned that there is a ritual award given and the sweetheart award which he designed. He talked about some of the good things happening with General Grand Chapter in Croatia and Peru. He complemented the Grand Secretary/Recorder and stated that SC is fortunate to have Johnnie and Judy and asked for applause. He gave a detailed report of the Royal Arch Research Assistance program and outlined some it the issues. M. Ex. Ferguson told everyone that there were lapel pins for RARA available. He thanked all for being here and the many hospitalities given. He closed with mention of the fact that he has received many honorary memberships in different places, but S.C. paid him the highest compliment when he received one from them.

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Seated (L to R) Rev. Haywood Fowler, Ted Burgess, Grady Lanier, Robbie Bean, Marcus Burdette, Glenn Greene, Johnnie Morris 4 2nd Row Robert Norton, Buster Rogers, Lee Duncan, Todd Humphries, Tony Bizakis, ___, Jerry O. Glenn 3rd Row Cal Disher, Joel Casey,___, Barry Bruce, Wayne Jones, Ricky Freeman 55 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 55

ELECTION AND INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS

ELECTED Robert J. Bean, Jr. (31) ...... M. E. Grand High Priest Grady L. Lanier, Jr. (16) ...... R. E. Deputy Grand High Priest Marcus L. Burdette (7) ...... R. E. Grand King A. Glenn Greene, III (35) ...... R. E. Grand Scribe H. Ted Burgess (7) ...... R. E. Grand Treasurer Johnnie T. Morris (5) ...... R. E. Grand Secretary Haywood Fowler (48) ...... E. Grand Chaplain

APPOINTED Robert Norton (35) ...... E. Grand Captain of the Host Buster Rogers (35) ...... E. Grand Principal Sojourner Lee Duncan (47) ...... E. Grand Royal Arch Captain S. Todd Humphries (55) ...... E. Grand Master of Third Veil Tony Bizakis (15) ...... E. Grand Master of Second Veil Vic Phillips (31) ...... E. Grand Master of First Veil Jerry O. Glenn (22) ...... E. Grand Sentinel

R. E. DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND HIGH PRIESTS

Walter Cal Disher II (13) ...... First District Joel Casey (41) ...... Second District Todd Rush (6) ...... Third District Barry Bruce (15) ...... Fourth District V. Wayne Jones (25) ...... Fifth District Ricky C. Freeman (31) ...... Sixth District

INSTALLATION The officers elected and appointed were presented west of the Altar. ME PGHP Robert J. Bean, Sr. with the assistance of ME PGHP G. Ray Marsh as Installing Marshal and RW Winfred George Bean as the Installing Grand Chaplain.

PRESENTATION OF APRON AND CASE M. E. Companion Charles M. Schofield presented the Most Excellent Grand High Priest’s apron and carrying case to Most Excellent Companion Robert J. Bean, Jr.

THE BURGER RING The Burger Ring, which is now 139 years old, was turned over to Most Excellent Companion Robert J. Bean, Jr. (to wear on special occasions) by the past Junior Grand High Priest Charles M. Schofield. The ring is to be placed in the safe of the Grand Lodge in charge of the Grand Secretary of the M. W. Grand Lodge of S. C. The Grand High Priest will pick up the ring with the proper receipt, to wear upon special occasions and return the ring for safe keeping to the Grand Secretary. He was also presented the substitute ring to wear.

PAST GRAND HIGH PRIEST’S JEWEL

The Most Excellent Grand High Priest Jewel was presented by the Junior Past Grand High Priest Dana P. Rickards to Most Excellent Charles M. Schofield.

PRESENTATION OF GAVEL AND SOUNDING BOARD M E Past Grand High Priest L. Aubrey Haynes presented a handmade gavel and sounding board made by M E Past Grand High Priest Albert Wyatt to R. Ex. Deputy Grand High Priest Grady Lanier. Albert could not be with us to make the presentation. 56 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 56

R. E. DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND HIGH PRIESTS FIRST DISTRICT Walter Cal Disher II (13) Laura ...... 174 Mims Rd., Harleyville, SC 29448-3334 Carolina #1 – Charleston Eureka #13 – Orangeburg Delta #20 – Hampton

SECOND DISTRICT Joel Casey (41) Sherry ...... 1913 Pisgah Rd., N. Augusta, SC 29841-2132 Kadoshlayah #41 – Aiken Signet #18 – Newberry Hesperian #17 – Abbeville Greenwood #37 – Greenwood Columbia #5 – Columbia

THIRD DISTRICT Todd Rush (6) Melissa ...... 305 Sweetgum St., Laurens, SC 29360-3777 Rising Sun #6 – Laurens Living Arch #21 – Clemson Pickens #47 – Easley Burning Bush #7 – Anderson Cyrus #22 – Greenville

FOURTH DISTRICT Barry Bruce (15) Becky ...... 2390 Will Rd., York, SC 29745-7480 Franklin #9 – Chester Chicora #33 – Spartanburg Poinsett #16 – Union Mackey #15 – York Gaffney #55 – Gaffney

FIFTH DISTRICT V. Wayne Jones (25) ...... 105 Quarter Mile Rd., Sumter, SC 29153-8778 Rising Star #4 – Camden Keystone #19 – Lancaster Beulah #25 – Sumter Excelsior #23 – Chesterfield

SIXTH DISTRICT Ricky C. Freeman (31) Reecie ...... 109 Fulton Rd., Darlington, SC 29532-2924 Campbell #31 – Florence Marion #35 – Marion Horry #48 – Conway Myrtle Beach #64 – Myrtle Beach Winyah #45 – Georgetown

NAMES & ADDRESSES OF LIVING M. E. PAST GRAND HIGH PRIESTS

1966-67 Jay Horne (37) Kitty ...... 178 Highland Dr., Greenwood SC 29649 1969-70 J. C. Hubbard, Jr. (21) Margaret ...... 150 Downs Blvd., #A214, Clemson SC 29631 1972-73 James W. Alewine (7) ...... Two Broad St., Williamston SC 29697 1977-78 J. Allen Prescott (25) Frances ...... 616 Mattison Ave., Sumter SC 29150 1980-81 G. Ray Marsh (7) Mary Ann...... P. O. Box 2185, Lexington SC 29071 1983-84 R. Henry Brown (4) Nettie Leese ...... 825 Veterans Rd., Columbia SC 29209 1985-86 G. Kent Elkins (22) Linda ...... 307 Wembley Dr., Greenville SC 29607 1988-89 V. Ronald DuBose (1) Montye ...... 41 Manchester Rd., Charleston SC 29407 1991-92 Robert J. Bean, Sr. (31) Becky ...... P.O. Box 1413, Florence SC 29503 1993-94 Robert H. Jackson, Jr. (32) Lyn ...... 295 Edenvale Rd., Rock Hill SC 29730 1994-95 Larry S. Rhodes (21) Carolyn ...... 215 Robert Grant Rd., Westminster SC 29693 1995-96 Lloyd F. Christopher (1) Joanne ...... 2931 Foxhall Rd., Charleston SC 29414 1996-97 Walter P. Davis (22) Joann ...... 37 Adger Dr., Pelzer SC 29669 1997-98 Sam D. McJunkin (21) Linda ...... 519 Seneca Dr., Seneca SC 29678 1998-99 Rawl J. Scheibler (5) Linda ...... 9552 Wilson Blvd., Blythewood SC 29016 1999-00 Carl R. Truesdale (4) Brenda ...... 2125 Airline Dr., Camden SC 29020 2001-02 Marvin O. Burton (21) ...... 105 Quail Haven Dr., Walhalla SC 29691 2002-03 Eric A. Meace (64) Betty Jean ...... 1553 Brookgreen Dr., Myrtle Beach SC 29577 2003-04 Floyd W. Goff (4) Lyllian ...... 1474 Kennedy Rd., Lugoff SC 29078 2004 * Joseph L. McGee (5) Mary ...... 1616 Upland Dr., Columbia SC 29204 2004-05 Albert J. Wyatt (15) Louise ...... 1083 St. Paul Church Rd., Clover SC 29710 2005-06 L. Aubrey Haynes, Sr. (4) Martha ...... 225 Kingswood Dr., Winnsboro SC 29180 2006-07 Robert V. Pinkston, Sr. (1) Betty ...... 834 Ribaut Rd., Beaufort SC 29902 2007-08 Michael E. Copeland (7) Joan ...... 18 River Drive Ext., Williamston SC 29697 2008-09 Gary N. Martin (55) Lynn...... 110 Saxon Dr., Gaffney SC 29341 2009-10 Dana P. Rickards (13) Cynthia ...... 5411 Bamberg Rd., Cope SC 29038 2010-11 Charles M. Schofield (5) Connie ...... 147 Dickert Dr., Lexington, SC 29073

* HONORARY – PAST GRAND HIGH PRIEST 57 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 57

2011 – 2012 COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS

The Grand High Priest announced the following committees for 2011-2012:  APPEALS AND GRIEVANCES: Lloyd F. Christopher (1), Chairman; Don S. Blair (33) Robert D. Yonce (41)  AUDITING: G. Kent Elkins (22), Chairman; Lee Roy Bruce, Sr. (41) Douglas Lee (55) R. Henry Brown (4) BY-LAWS: Albert J. Wyatt (15), Chairman; Gerald L. Carver (37) Floyd W. Goff (4) CHARTERS AND DISPENSATIONS: G. Kent Elkins (22), Chairman; Floyd W. Goff (4) Gary N. Martin (55)  CREDENTIALS AND RETURNS: Douglas G. Lee (55), Chairman; Johnnie T. Morris (5) Hal Gregory (19) Albert J. Wyatt (15) H. Ted Burgess (7) Robert J. Bean, Sr. (31) R. Henry Brown (4)  EDUCATION: Lloyd F. Christopher (1), Chairman; Grady L. Lanier Jr (16) DGHP Marcus L. Burdette (7) GK A. Glenn Greene (35) GS Walter C. Disher (13) {#1} Joel Casey (41) {#2} Todd Rush (6) {#3} Barry Bruce (15) {#4} V. Wayne Jones (25) {#5} Ricky C. Freeman (31) {#6}  FINANCE: Michael E. Copeland (7), Chairman Earl P. Hudgens, Jr. (22) Jerry M. Owens (22) FRATERNAL RELATIONS: L. Aubrey Haynes (4), Chairman; Albert J. Wyatt (15) Floyd W. Goff (4) GENERAL GRAND CHAPTER MEDAL: Lloyd F. Christopher (1), Chairman; Grady L. Lanier Jr (16) DGHP Marcus L. Burdette (7) GK A. Glenn Greene III (35) GS HONORARY PAST GRAND HIGH PRIESTS: G. Kent Elkins (22), Chairman; G. Ray Marsh (7) Lloyd F. Christopher (1)  JURISPRUDENCE: G. Ray Marsh (7), Chairman; R. Henry Brown (4) Robert J. Bean, Sr. (31, 48) J. Gordon Cartrette (35, 48) Richard A. Wesner (1, 64)  LIFE MEMBERSHIP FUND: A. Glenn Greene (35) GS, Chairman; G. Kent Elkins (22) Phillip G. Russell (1) Johnnie T. Morris (5) Floyd W. Goff (4) J. Gordon Cartrette (35) H. Ted Burgess (7) Albert J. Wyatt (15) William R. Logan (37)  MASONIC YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS: Robert J. Bean, Sr. (31) Chairman; G. Kent Elkins (22) Bobby J. Sprouse (33) MEMBERSHIP: Floyd W. Goff (4), Chairman; Grady L. Lanier Jr (16) DGHP Marcus L. Burdette (7) GK A. Glenn Greene (35) GS Walter C. Disher (13) {#1} Joel Casey (41) {#2} Todd Rush (6) {#3} Barry Bruce (15) {#4} V. Wayne Jones (25) {#5} Ricky C. Freeman (31) {#6}  NECROLOGY: Haywood Fowler (48, 64), Chairman; Edward C. Suggs (48) Robert L. Blackwell (5) Johnnie T. Morris (5)  PATRIOTISM AND CIVIC ACTIVITIES: Mike Copeland (7), Chairman; O. Walt Sealy (15) N. Haskell Brabham (5)  RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION: Dana P. Rickards (13), Chairman; W. Penn Colvin (9) N. Haskell Brabham (5) ROYAL ARCH RESEARCH: Robert J. Bean Sr. (31, 48), Chairman; Grady L. Lanier Jr (16) DGHP Marcus L. Burdette (7) GK A. Glenn Greene (35) GS Carl R. Truesdale (4) Gary N. Martin (55) Floyd W. Goff (4)  TIME AND PLACE: Carl Truesdale (4), Chairman; Bob Kendrick (22) Richard Sealy (15) TOPICAL REFERENCE: Robert J. Bean, Sr. (31, 48), Chairman; Carl Truesdale (4) Charles M. Schofield (5) UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Robert J. Bean, Sr. (31, 48), Chairman; Charles M. Schofield (5) R. Henry Brown (4)  - 1 Report for All 3 Bodies given in Joint Session  - Same Committee, Different reports in each Body 58 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 58

REMARKS OF THE M. E. GRAND HIGH PRIEST, ELECT Robert J. Bean, Jr. Most Worshipful Grand Master, Most Excellent Companions, Right Excellent Companions, Companions and friends: It is with great honor that I stand before you this morning in the beautiful city of Greenville. I never imagined when I began my Masonic journey that I would stand here before you representing this Grand Chapter as your Grand High Priest. There are many people that I need to thank for taking time to help me to this point, and I hope that they will continue with their help throughout the year. I know that I will miss some people by trying to name them all, so I will only mention a couple. I would like to especially thank my wife Kimberly, and daughters Kearson and Caroline, who have been patient and only wanting to know if it was an “eating meeting or not”. I would like to thank my parents and especially my father who not only helped as I progressed in masonry, but nominated me as Grand Scribe. To my grandfather, who assisted in my installation, thanks, you did an “Excellent” job. To the companions of Campbell Chapter Number 31 and Marion Chapter 35, your support is too great to express. To the other companions that I have not mentioned by name, you know who you are, I want to thank you, and will thank you personally as the year goes by. Companions, I have several things that I would like to get accomplished this year. First of all, as most of you have seen, the RARA chairman is selling “Red Socks for RARA” this year as a fundraiser. Companions, I challenge each of you to make him order some more, and show your support for RARA by wearing them to as many Masonic functions as you can. Maybe it will draw some new members, maybe it won’t. But it will at least be a topic of discussion. I will also be selling some coins celebrating the Grand Chapter of South Carolina’s 200th Anniversary this year. I was hoping to have them with me today, but they are currently in production. I will have them in the future for sale at all of our official visits. Companions, before I prepare to close, I would like to challenge each chapter to exalt enough new members so that their membership will increase by 5% of what their annual returns showed on December 31, 2010. An example would be, if a chapter had 60 members at the end of 2010, they would need to exalt 3 new members this year. I realize that this will be harder for some chapters, but companions, we have got to start somewhere. Again, I would like to thank each of you for this opportunity, and I hope that we all have an “Excellent” year. Fraternally submitted,

Robert J. Bean, Jr. Grand High Priest

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON UNFINISHED BUSINESS

To: The Most Excellent Grand Royal Arch Chapter of South Carolina:

Your Committee on Unfinished Business reports that all business coming before this annual convocation has received proper consideration.

Fraternally submitted,

R. Henry Brown (4), PGHP, Chairman Robert J. Bean, Sr. (31, 48), PGHP Adopted. 59 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 59

ADJOURNMENT

This Grand Chapter was closed by order of the Grand High Priest at 11:45 pm with prayer by the Grand Chaplain until the next Annual Convocation in the City of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, Monday, March 12, 2012.

Robert J. Bean, Jr. Grand High Priest

Attest:

Johnnie T. Morris Grand Secretary 60 GRAND REPRESENTATIVES Near South Carolina Near Other Jurisdictions Grand Chapter Name Address Name Address Robert W Kendrick Fountain Inn SC 29644 P O Box 102 Alabama Dennis A Peterson Toney AL 35773 6920 Old Railroad Bed Rd Tommy Blackwood N Charleston SC 29419 PO Box 60998 Alaska Lewis A Garrett Kodiak AK 99615 Box 2233 Lawrence Laughlin Lobeco SC 29331 PO Box 659 Alberta Allen Oberg Forestburg Alberta P O Box 492 T0B 1N0 I Lewis Langley Greenville SC 29615 810 Botany Rd Argentina Luis Perex Jorba Buenos Aires Argentina 1674 Sarmiento

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Glenn Greene, III Latta SC 29565 815 Bethea Ext Vermont Bruce R Howard Rutland VT 05701 17 Tuttle Meadow Dr Edward Marshall Camden SC 29020 2007 Yelton Dr Victoria Peter J Elmer t Waverley Victoria Australia 6/26 Ophir Rd 3149 Hugh J Bickley Columbia SC 29210 120 Leyden Ln Virginia Michael Williams Richmond VA 23229 8907 Michaux Ln Terry S Pruitt Greer SC 29650 107A Edwards Ave Washington Byron Gene Fish Normandy Park WA 98148 17837 1st Ave S PMB 501 L Aubrey Haynes Winnsboro SC 29180 225 Kingswood Dr West Virginia Lonnie Carpenter Ceredo WV 25507 1 Greenwood Dr Walter P Davis Pelzer SC 29669 37 Adger St W Australia Stuart C Hunter Dwellingup W Australia 13 Banksiadale Rd 6213 Grady L Lanier Jr Jonesville SC 29353 632 Bob Little Rd Wisconsin Bruce B Parkenson Two Rivers WI 54241 1518 25th St G Ray Marsh Lexington SC 29071 P O Box 2185 Wyoming Donald L York Douglas WY 82633 739 E Antelope Rd 62 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 62 GRAND SECRETARIES

Grand Chapter Grand Secretary Address Gen Gr Chapter Larry E Gray Greenfield IN 46140 PO Box 128 Alabama Hiram O Williams Jr Birmingham AL 35210 PO Box 100333 Alaska David A Hunt Eagle River AK 99577 18606 Little Cape Circle Alberta Marvyn R Rogers Athabasca Alberta PO Box 1124 T9S 2A9 Argentina Miquel Bogado Presidente Peron1242 Argentina 1038 Capital Federal Arizona David G Stankow Phoenix AZ 85003 345 W Monroe St Arkansas Royce H Taylor Pine Bluff AR 71613 PO Box 1207 Belgium Alain Van Lembergen B-1030 Brussels Belgium 265 Rue Royal British Columbia Ed Wilson Abbotsford BC 35188 Spencer St V3G 2E3 California Kenneth G Hope Long Beach CA 90813 801 Elm Ave Canada Richard J Jackson Hamilton Ontario 361 King St W L8P 1B4 Colorado James E Erickson Denver CO 80202 1614 Welton St #503 Connecticut Charles B Fowler Jr Windsor CT 06095 35 Elaine Mary Dr Delaware Franklin R Townsend Wilimington DE 19808 905 Bradley Dr Dist Of Columbia Howard F Coleman King George VA 22485 10364 Cedar Hill Ln England James Daniel London England 60 Great Queen St WC2B 5AZ Finland Jarkko Heino Helsinki Finland Kasarmikatu 16 D 00130 Florida Steve Q Steele Lake Placid FL 33862 PO Box 2740 France Y Trestournel F 92000 Neuilly-sur-Seine, France 65 Blvd Bineau Georgia Andre Lovas Macon GA 31201 811 Mulberry St Germany Christian P Thomas Wiesbaden Germany 2a Goerdelerstrasse D-65197 Greece Aetos Tzifakis Athens Greece 19 Acharnon St 10438 Hawaii Cletis M Ching Kaneohe HI 96744 45-628 Apuakea Pl Idaho David A Grindle Meridian ID 83646 2642 N Sweetwood Ave Illinois Edward E Derry Washington IL 61571 PO Box 227 India S Krishnan New Delhi India PO Box 681 110001 Indiana Richard Lochner Knox IN 46534 1635 N US Hwy 35 Iowa Robert J Seiler Camanche IA 52730 812 14th Pl Ireland D Barry Lyons Dublin 2 Ireland Freemasons Hall 17 Molesworth St Israel Eitan Ayalon Tel Aviv Israel PO Box 33698 61336 Italy Giuseppe Visicato Roma Italy Via di Vigna Murata 9 00143 Kansas Wayne H Rollf Topeka KS 66601 PO Box 1217 Kentucky William G Hinton Shelbyville KY 40065 615 Frankford Rd Louisiana Timothy J Riley Ringgold LA 71068 171 Beckham's Camp Rd Maine Robert D Chaput Hampden ME 04444 29 Hillside Dr Manitoba Ted Yorke Winnipeg Man Canada 176 Kimberly Ave R2K 0X2

Maryland Vernon H. Huebschman Pasadena MD 21122 8100 Foxberry Lane Apt 1402 Massachusetts Paul W Rolston Boston MA 02111 186 Tremont St Rm 703 Mexico Oscar J Salinas Monterrey NL Mexico 916 Av Zaragoza Sur 1000 CP64000 Michigan Paul C Howell Addison MI 49220 17635 Manitou Beach Rd Minnesota Robert R Anderson Sr Belle Plaine MN 56011 PO Box 66 Mississippi Micky P McMahan Meridian MS 39302 PO Box 1030 Missouri Frederick A Troxel Jr Blue Springs MO 64029 2102 NE Colonnade Ave Montana Dean Lindahl Conrad MT 59425 PO Box 824 63 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 63 GRAND SECRETARIES

Grand Chapter Grand Secretary Address Nebraska Bruce T Anderson Lincoln NE 68502 2010 S 26th St

Netherlands Peter G Kok Prinsessegracht 27 Netherlands 2514 AP Den Haag

Nevada Russell M Wilde Carson City NV 89701 2321 Meadowbrook Ln

New Brunswick Robert M Johnston Quispamsis, New Brunswick 26 Clarwood Dr E2E 4K4

New Hampshire Arnold M Ashley Dover NH 03821 PO Box 246

New Jersey William J Milligan Jr Mantua NJ 08051 334 Lansing Dr

New Mexico Paul A Brehm Albuquerque NM 87193 PO Box 66059

New South Wales John S Williams Petersham NSW2049 PO Box 134 Australia

New York Edward S Newsham Utica NY 13501 2150 Bleecker St

New Zealand Arthur N French Auckland New Zealand PO Box 38224 Howick 1705

Newfoundland & LabradorGordon J Abbott Burin Newfoundland PO Box 290 RR#1 A0E 1E0

North Carolina Robert A Schafer Raleigh NC 27619 PO Box 17212

North Dakota Merle L Huhner Fargo ND 58106 PO Box 9544

Nova Scotia Frederick W Richard Belmont Nova Scotia RR# 1 692 Crowes Mills RdBOM 1CO

Ohio Dale G Ray Jr Barberton OH 44203 564 W Tuscarawas Ave Ste 401

Oklahoma Gary A Davis Drumright OK 74030 PO Box 1223

Oregon Dalvin L Hollaway Canyonville OR 97417 PO Box 767

Pennsylvania Richard L Evans Jr Philadelphia PA 19107 1 North Broad St

Philippine Islands Isaac F Arribas Jr Ermita Manila, Philippine Islands 1440 San Marcelino St

Portugal Antonio Gameiro Lebre 1700-248 Lisbon Portugal Rua Joao Saraiva 13-3

Quebec Charles A Braun Montreal Canada 404B-2295 St Mark St H3H 2G9

Queensland Paul W Weaver Brisbane Queensland PO Box 10272 4000

Rhode Island Kenneth M Long Pawtucket RI 02860 300 Broadway #403

Saskatchewan Lorne Kingston Swift Current, Saskatchewan 159 Weaver Cresc S9H 4B8

Scotland Grahame J Smith Edinburgh Scotland 23 St John St EH8 8DG

South Australia Noel D Fairweather Adelaide 5000 S. Australia Box 19 Rundle Mall

South Carolina Johnnie T Morris Columbia SC 29202 PO Box 7463

South Dakota Harland F Peterson Sioux Falls SD 57103 2713 E Pioneer Tr #2

Switzerland JJ D M Miller CH 3001 Bene 2 Switzerland PO Box 7204

Tennessee Rick Hoover Nashville TN 37203 100 7th Ave N #3

Texas Orville L O'Neill Waco TX 76703 PO Box 296

Utah Owen C Orton W Valley UT 84120 4220 S 4900 West

Vermont Bruce R Howard Rutland VT 05701 17 Tuttle Meadow Dr

Victoria John C Williams East Melbourne Victoria 300 Albert St 3002

Virginia Gordon Sprigg Jr Henrico VA 23223 500 Masonic Lane Suite C

Washington Louis E Bartrand Oak Harbor WA 98277 509 E Neptune Dr

West Australia Roy V Page Victoriaa Park, West Australia PO Box 405 6979

West Virginia Gregory A Riley Sr Clarksburg WV 26301 427 W Pike St

Wisconsin Milton F Gregory Dousman WI 53118 36275 Sunset Dr

Wyoming Ronald A Van Ekeren Laramie WY 82072 10712 Hidalgo Dr 64 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 64

GRAND CONVENTION OF ANOINTED HIGH PRIESTS OF SOUTH CAROLINA

A Convention of Anointed High Priests was duly opened with prayer at 10:00 a.m., February 26, 2011 at the Masonic Temple, 1518 Hampton Street, Columbia, SC, with 46 + 10 = 56 members and candidates present including the following officers: William R. Logan {2} ...... Most Excellent President T. Henry Waldrep {3} ...... Excellent Vice President * Bob Bean ...... Excellent Chaplain Johnnie T. Morris PMEP {2} .... Most Excellent Treasurer/Recorder Gary N. Martin {4} ...... Excellent Master of Ceremonies Harvie B. Bailey {1} ...... Excellent Conductor Hal Gregory {5} ...... Excellent Herald Gary Hinson {2} ...... Excellent Steward J. Gordon Cartrette {6} ...... Excellent Sentinel * Pro tem Pledge of Allegiance was given.

The Excellent Recorder read petitions from the following:

John Wallace Busbin Paul Cowan Fleming George Tyler Peters James Cordell Clifford ♦ Kenneth M. Hanna (11) Charles Dale Snyder

Myron Emory Creel David S. Johnson Charles H Stoudemire Patrick Carroll Coxe James Gerald Keller ♦ Charles T. Ware II (10) ♦ Robert E. Eberly, Jr. (09) ♦ - Not Present

A degree team consisting of the following Companions conferred the Order on the above named candidates who were present: Lloyd F. Christopher ...... President Robby Bean ...... Herald Bob Bean ...... Chaplain Robby Bean ...... Conductor Robby Bean ...... M of C Gary Hinson ...... Sentinel

MEP Logan recognized M. E. Companion Charles M Schofield, Grand High Priest and introduced his Officers, 9 were present. MEP Logan asked all Past Grand High Priests to stand. There were 5 present. MEP Logan asked all Past Excellent Presidents to stand. There were 7 present. MEP Logan then recognized MW Jack Marler, PGM and Doug Knauer. Minutes of February 27, 2010 were approved as printed in the copies in the hands of the members. Adopted… The Report of the Excellent Treasurer/Recorder was read. Adopted… The Report of the Auditing Committee was read. Adopted… Motion made and duly adopted to pay $50.00 to the Square and Compass, Inc., $10.00 to scgyr web site and $50.00 to RARA and all other bills found to be due and correct. Adopted…

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The Nominating Committee then proposed the following Companions be elected to serve this Convention of Anointed High Priests for the ensuing Masonic year: T. Henry Waldrep {3} ...... Most Excellent President Gary N. Martin {4} ...... Excellent Vice President Harvie B. Bailey {1} ...... Excellent Chaplain Johnnie T. Morris PMEP ...... Most Excellent Treasurer-Recorder Hal Gregory {5} ...... Excellent Master of Ceremonies Gary Hinson {2} ...... Excellent Conductor J. Gordon Cartrette {6} ...... Excellent Herald Howard T. Burgess {3} ...... Excellent Steward John T. Dickson {4} ...... Excellent Sentinel The above named were elected by acclamation and installed by Lloyd F. Christopher assisted by Bob Bean as Marshal. The following Companions to serve on Committees for the ensuing year: Audit Committee: PMEP J. Frank Gilliland, Chairman; PMEP R. Henry Brown J. Gordon Cartrette Nominating Committee: PMEP Lloyd F. Christopher, Chairman; PMEP J. Frank Gilliland Installing Committee: PMEP Lloyd F. Christopher, Chairman; PMEP Bob Bean The next meeting will be held Saturday, February 25, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. at the Masonic Temple, 1518 Hampton Street, Columbia, S.C. and the same Degree Team, with a few exceptions will confer the order at that time. The Convention was then closed at 11:31 a.m. with prayer.

William R. Logan Most Excellent President, Presiding

Johnnie T. Morris, PMEP T. Henry Waldrep Most Excellent Treasurer-Recorder Most Excellent President, Elected

REPORT OF AUDIT COMMITTEE To: The Grand Convention of Anointed High Priests of South Carolina: We herewith submit our report. We have examined the books of the Recorder and Treasurer of the Anointed High Priests of South Carolina and find them to be neatly and correctly kept and all funds accounted for. The balance of the Treasurer as of December 31, 2010 is as follows: Wachovia Bank (Checking) ...... $ 2,800.49 Cash on Hand ...... 67.00 1st Citizens Bank (CD) ...... 10,000.00 Total ...... $ 12,867.49

Fraternally submitted,

J. Frank Gilliland, PMEP, Chairman

Adopted. R. Henry Brown J. Gordon Cartrette

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REPORT OF EXCELLENT TREASURER/RECORDER

To: The Grand Convention of Anointed High Priests of South Carolina: January 1, 2010: Balance, Wachovia Bank (Checking) ...... $ 4,465.15 Balance, 1st Citizens Bank (CD) ...... 7,575.54 Total ...... $ 12,040.69

RECEIPTS

Received from 17 candidates ...... $ 680.00 Jewels & Rituals ...... 122.00 Transferred to CD from First Citizens ...... 1,669.00 Transferred to CD ...... 600.00 Interest (Checking Act #4047) ...... 4.34 Interest (CD #1086) ...... 155.46 3,230.80 Total ...... $ 15,271.49

DISBURSEMENTS

#1021 First Citizens...... $ 1,669.00 #2493 Square & Compass ...... 50.00 #2528 RARA ...... 50.00 #2533 First Citizens ...... 600.00 Transferred to web site ...... 10.00 Printing & postage ...... 25.00 2,404.00 Total ...... $ 12,867.49

December 31, 2010: Balance, Wachovia Bank (Checking Act #4047) ...... $ 2,800.49 Cash on hand ...... 67.00 Balance, 1st Citizens Bank (CD #1086) ...... 10,000.00

Total ...... $ 12,867.49

Fraternally submitted,

Johnnie T. Morris Excellent Treasurer-Recorder

Statistical Report Members 1/1/2010 ...... 395 Candidates 2/27/2010 ...... 17 412

Losses ...... - 12 Total Membership 12/31/2010 ...... 400 Adopted… 67 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 67

PAST MOST EXCELLENT PRESIDENTS

* 1895 W. H. Witherow {5} * 1981 George W. Romanstine {2} * 1896-98 Jacob T. Barron {2} 1982 J. C. Hubbard, Jr. {3} * 1899-09 John R. Bellinger {3} * 1983 James C. Parris {4} * 1909 Benjamin Burr {1} * 1984 John A. Dixon {4} * 1910-12 Wm. A. Giles II {1} * 1985 T. Harry White {4} * 1913-14 James L. Michie {5} * 1986 Willard F. Bond, Jr. {2} * 1915-16 Joseph Lindsay {4} * 1987 John B. Maxey {2} * 1917 William E. Gantt {1} * 1988 Fred Batson {3} * 1918-28 James L. Michie {5} 1989 W. Jay Horne {2} * 1929-36 Wm. A. Giles II {1} 1990 J. Allen Prescott {5} * 1937-38 Robert T. Goodale {5} 1991 G. Ray Marsh {4} * 1939 John D. Lee {5} * 1992 R. Henry Brown {5} * 1940-43 L. D. Simpson {5} * 1993 Everette T. Deitz {2} * 1944-48 W. Robin Zemp {5} 1994 Richard L. Harding {4} * 1949-53 James L. Howe {4} 1995 G. Kent Elkins {3} * 1953-57 Hugh N. Layne {4} * 1996 James G. Dover {2} * 1958-60 S. H. Moody {2} * 1997 David S. Hucks, Jr. {6} * 1961-63 J. B. McGuirt {5} 1998 Joseph L. McGee {2} * 1963-65 R. Lewis Smith {3} 1999 J. Frank Gilliland {3} * 1965 V. E. Bentley {4} 2000 Lloyd F. Christopher {1} * 1966 W. N. Bradford {5} * 2001 Ford M. Thornton, Jr. {2} * 1967 Henry F. Collins {1} * 2002 Alfred Allsbrook {5} * 1968 G. Hugh Ballinger {4} 2003 J. Sam Burton {3} 1969 Thomas B. Clark, Jr. {6} 2004 Rawl J. Scheibler {2} * 1970 Samuel A. Bannister {3} 2005 Johnnie T. Morris {2} * 1971 John H. Wynn {1} 2006 Douglas G. Lee {4} * 1972 W. C. Wylie, Jr. {4} 2007 Larry S. Rhodes {3} * 1973 W. C. Sheely, Jr. {2} 2008 Carl R. Truesdale {5} * 1974 W. Gates Lanford {4} 2009 Robert J. Bean, Sr. {6} * 1975 T. Scott Godfrey {4} 2010 William R. Logan {2} * 1976 James H. Mathis {2} 2010H Eric A. Meace {6} * 1977 Robert F. Secrest {2} 2011 T. Henry Waldrep {3} * 1978 James D. Penley, Jr. {4} * 1979 Claude D. Robertson {4} 1980 Sam L. Grant, Jr. {4} H * Deceased Honorary 68 GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SOUTH CAROLINA 68

OFFICERS OF GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF SC 2011-2012

ELECTED Robert J. Bean, Jr. (31) ...... M. E. Grand High Priest 1807 Old River Rd., Fork 29543, Phone (843) 464-1294 (Kimberly) Grady Lee Lanier, Jr. (16) ...... R. E. Deputy Grand High Priest 632 Bob Little Rd., Jonesville 29353, Phone (864) 674-6561 (Brenda) Marcus L. Burdette (7) ...... R. E. Grand King 910 Old Bell Rd., Iva, SC 29655, Phone (864) 348-7080 (Susan) A. Glenn Greene, III (35) ...... R. E. Grand Scribe 815 Bethea Ext., Latta, SC 29565, Phone (843) 752-1020 (Beth) H. Ted Burgess (7) ...... R. E. Grand Treasurer 114 Susie Rd., Belton 29627, Phone (864) 338-8816 (Mary) Johnnie T. Morris (5) ...... R. E. Grand Secretary Post Office Box 7463, Columbia 29202, Phone (803) 799-9159 (Judy) Haywood Fowler (48) ...... E. Grand Chaplain 669 Wright Rd., Tabor City, NC 28463, Phone (910) 653-5795 (Darla)

APPOINTED Robert Norton (35) ...... E. Grand Captain of the Host 2366 Cooper Ct., Marion 29571, Phone (843)250-0988 (Terrie Lyn) Buster Rogers (35) ...... E. Grand Principal Sojourner 2226 Old River Rd.., Fork 29543, Phone (843) 464-9848 (Irene) Lee Duncan (47) ...... E. Grand Royal Arch Captain PO Box 1108., Easley 29641, Phone (864) 908-2523 (Michelle) S. Todd Humphries (55) ...... E. Grand Master of Third Veil 537 Childers Rd., Gaffney 29340, Phone (864)812-4136 (Jennifer) Tony Bizakis (15) ...... E. Grand Master of Second Veil 311 Stephanie Ln., Rock Hill 29730, Phone (803) 327-0621 (Marcia) Vic Phillips (31) ...... E. Grand Master of First Veil 2738 Rainier St., Florence 29505, Phone (843) 662-8126 (Edna) Jerry O. Glenn (22) ...... E. Grand Sentinel 218 S. Wingate Rd., Greenville 29605, Phone (864) 277-2190 (Celia)

R. E. DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND HIGH PRIESTS Walter Cal Disher II (13) ...... First District 174 Mims Rd., Harleyville 29448, Phone (843) 462-7248 (Laura) Joel Casey (41) ...... Second District 1913 Pisgah Rd.., N. Augusta 29841, Phone (803) 279-8419 (Sherry) Todd Rush (6) ...... Third District 305 Sweetgum St., Laurens 29360, Phone (864) 983-2014 (Melissa) Barry Bruce (15) ...... Fourth District 2390 Will Rd., York 29745, Phone (803) 684-4117 (Becky) V. Wayne Jones (25) ...... Fifth District 105 Quarter Mile Rd., Sumter 29153, Phone (803) 469-2817 Ricky C. Freeman (31) ...... Sixth District 109 Fulton Rd.., Darlington 29532, Phone (843) 393-3365 (Reecie)

OFFICERS OF GENERAL GRAND CHAPTER Emory J. Ferguson ...... M. E. General Grand High Priest 1615 Lakeview Dr., NW, Cullman, AL 35055-2315, Phone (256) 734-6787 (Bobbie) Wade C. Smith ...... R.E. S.E. Regional Deputy General Grand High Priest 811 Mulberry St, Macon GA 31201-6726, Phone (706) 835-8255 (Pat) Larry E. Gray ...... R.E. General Grand Secretary PO Box 128, Greenfield, IN 46140-0128, Phone (317) 467-3600 (Rita) 69 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 69

PROCEEDINGS OF THE

MOST ILLUSTRIOUS

GRAND COUNCIL OF

ROYAL & SELECT MASTERS

OF SOUTH CAROLINA One Hundred Fifty First Annual Assembly

Greenville, South Carolina MARCH 14, 2011, A∴ Dep∴ 3011

OFFICIATING O. Walter Sealy, M∴ I∴ Grand Master Johnnie T. Morris, M∴ I∴ Grand Recorder

ELECTED Joe Parnell, M∴ I∴ Grand Master Johnnie T. Morris, M∴ I∴ Grand Recorder 70 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 70

2010-2011 OFFICERS OF THE GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA

ELECTED

O. Walter Sealy (8) ...... M. I. Grand Master 3250 Pinetuck Lane, Rock Hill 29730, Phone (803) 327-5661 (Barbara) Joe Parnell (4) ...... R. I. Deputy Grand Master 109 Edgewood Dr., Williamston 29697, Phone (864) 847-4509 (Vicky) G. Buck Jolley (42) ...... R. I. Grand Principal Conductor of Work 532 Filter Plant Rd., Gaffney 29340, Phone (864) 489-5459 (Peggy) Doug Knauer (19) ...... R. I. Grand Captain of the Guard 130 Chatim Ridge Ct., Lyman 29365, Phone (864) 989-0548 (Lynn)

H. Ted Burgess (4) ...... R. I. Grand Treasurer 114 Susie Rd., Belton 29627, Phone (864) 338-8816 (Mary)

Johnnie T. Morris (5) ...... M. I. Grand Recorder Post Office Box 7463, Columbia 29202, Phone (803) 799-9159 (Judy)

Rodney K. Powell (33) ...... R. I. Grand Chaplain 30 Spring Valley Ct., Aiken 29803, Phone (803) 648-8929 (Angela)

APPOINTED

L. Craig Cagle (15) ...... I. Grand Conductor of the Council 850 Gray Fox Trail, Sumter 29154 Phone (803) 773-8140 (Edwina)

Todd Humphries (42) ...... I. Grand Marshal 537 Childers Rd., Gaffney 29340, Phone (864) 488-1044 (Jennifer)

Ronald E. McGonigal (52) ...... I. Grand Steward 1484 Crooked Pine Dr., Surfside Beach 29575, Phone (843) 215-2327

Jerry O. Glenn (10) ...... I. Grand Sentinel 218 S. Wingate Rd., Greenville 29605, Phone (864) 277-2190 (Celia)

R. I. DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND MASTERS

Elbert C. Jackson (28) ...... First District 10 Gibson Dr., Hilton Head 29926, Phone (843) 681-8275 (Veronica)

Rob Lacer (23) ...... Second District 189 Deer Springs Rd.., Clarks Hill 29821, Phone (803) 278-3732 (Jane)

Lee Duncan (34) ...... Third District PO Box 1108, Easley 29641, Phone (864) 908-2523 (Michelle)

James Duckett (27) ...... Fourth District PO Box 689, Buffalo 29321, Phone (864) 466-2736

Harold Richard Steele, Jr. (33) ...... Fifth District 2530 Dudley Steele Rd., Lancaster 29720, Phone (803) 286-8594 (Rebecca)

J. Chris Collins (36) ...... Sixth District 5361 Zaccheus Ln., Conway 29527, Phone (843) 397-1627 (Deborah)

OFFICERS OF GENERAL GRAND COUNCIL

Joe Vale ...... Most Puissant General Grand Master 3609 Southwood Dr., Gastonia, NC 28056, Phone: (704) 824-3444 (Genie)

Douglas L. Soltow ...... R. P. S.E. Regional Deputy General Grand Master PO Box 6, New Bern, NC 28563, Phone: (252) 224-1180 (Sharon)

David A. Grindle ...... Right Puissant General Grand Recorder PO Box 138, Boise, Idaho 83701, Phone: (208) 870-8397 71 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 71

O. WALTER SEALY M.I. GRAND MASTER PRESIDING March 14, 2011 72 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 72

JOSEPH PARNELL M.I. GRAND MASTER ELECTED March 14, 2011 73 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 73

JOSEPH PARNELL Most Illustrious Grand Master

Joseph Parnell was born in Anderson S.C. October 15, 1958. He is the son of J.C. and Elizabeth Parnell of Belton S.C. He graduated from Belton Honea Path High School in 1977 and after graduation he started his career in textiles with Riegel Textile, now Mount Vernon Mills and has been with them 33 years. Joe is married to the former Vicky D Ford of Williamston S.C. and they attend White Plains Baptist Church in Pelzer S.C. They have one son Justin C. Parnell and two grandchildren Sydney and Jacie Parnell. Joe was initiated, passed and raised to the sublime degree of a Master Mason in Belton Lodge #130 A.F.M. in Belton S.C. and served as Worshipful Master in 1995. He was elected Secretary in 1996 and still serves in that office. Joe had the honor to serve the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of S.C. in 2003-2005 as District Deputy Grand Master for Most Worshipful Brother Jack A. Marler. (I THANK YOU SIR, for that honor)

Joe was exalted to the degree of a Royal Arch Mason in Burning Bush Chapter #7, greeted as a Select Master in Wynne Council #4 and was knighted in Anderson Commandery #11. He has served as High Priest, Illustrious Master and Eminent Commander and is a life member of all three bodies.

Joe has served the Grand York Rite in the Grand Chapter and the Grand Commandery. He was elected to the Grand Council in 2008 as Grand Captain of the Guard.

Joe is a member Piedmont York Rite College # 84, S.A. Bannister #336 A.M.D. Past Sovereign Master. He is a life member of Sam HJ Womack Council #20 Knight Masons. He is also a member of Red Cross of Constantine - Carolina Conclave and was honored with Palmetto Priory #54 Knight Cross of Honor (KYCH), Anointed High Priest, Thrice Illustrious Master, Knight Crusaders of the Cross, Super Excellent Master.

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE MOST ILLUSTRIOUS GRAND COUNCIL OF ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA

OPENING SESSION Monday, March 14, 2011

The Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of South Carolina was opened in ample form at the Embassy Suites, Greenville, South Carolina at 8:30 A. M. in the Annual Assembly with the following officers at their stations: ELECTED O. Walter Sealy (8) ...... M. I. Grand Master Joe Parnell (4) ...... R. I. Deputy Grand Master G. Buck Jolley (42) ...... R. I. Grand Principal Conductor of Work Doug Knauer (19)...... R. I. Grand Captain of the Guard H. Ted Burgess (4) ...... R. I. Grand Treasurer Johnnie T. Morris (5) ...... M. I. Grand Recorder Rodney K. Powell (33) ...... R. I. Grand Chaplain APPOINTED L. Craig Cagle (15) ...... I. Grand Conductor of the Council Todd Humphries (42) ...... I. Grand Marshal Ronald E. McGonigal (52) ...... I. Grand Steward Jerry O. Glenn (10) ...... I. Grand Sentinel

R. I. DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND MASTERS Elbert C. Jackson (28) ...... First District Rob Lacer (23) ...... Second District Lee Duncan (34) ...... Third District James Duckett (27) ...... Fourth District Harold Richard Steele, Jr. (33) ...... Fifth District J. Chris Collins (36) ...... Sixth District

MOST ILLUSTRIOUS PAST GRAND MASTERS

Roy Alsbrooks (15) Hal Gregory (33) G. Ray Marsh (4) (Hon) Johnnie L. Bolt (2) * Wilson C. Hardee (24) Joseph L. McGee (5) * R. Henry Brown (25) (Hon) * Gary B. Hinson (23) Johnnie T. Morris (5) (Hon) J. Gordon Cartrette (38) * J. C. Hubbard, Jr. (32) (Hon) Phillip G. Russell (1) W. Penn Colvin (22) Earl P. Hudgens, Jr. (10) George Peters (19) * Larry Dempsey, Sr. (11) Robert W. Kendrick (10) * John H. Scogin (19) (Hon) John T. Dickson (8) Douglas G. Lee (42) Bobby J. Sprouse (19) G. Kent Elkins (10) (Hon) William R. Logan (21) * Ford M. Thornton, Jr. (23) (Hon) Ronald T. Elvis, Sr. ((36) * Laland D. Lowie (4) T. Henry Waldrep (32) J. Frank Gilliland (32) Charles E. Mackey (47) * Robert D. Yonce (23)

* Absent MOTIONS

On motion of Companion Joe Parnell, it was: RESOLVED, that reading of the minutes of the last Annual Assembly be dispensed with; printed copies being in the hands of the representatives, and they be approved as printed. On motion of Companion G. Buck Jolley it was: RESOLVED, that all Royal and Select Masters in good standing be admitted to seats in this Grand Assembly. 75 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 75

MOST ILLUSTRIOUS PAST GRAND MASTERS WELCOMED There were 18 M. I. Past Grand Masters and 3 Honorary M. I. Past Grand Masters present at the Grand York Rite session.

ABSENCES NOTED Attention was called by the Grand Recorder to the absence of the M. I. Past Grand Masters: R. Henry Brown, Larry Dempsey, Sr., Wilson Hardee, Gary B. Hinson, J. C. Hubbard, Jr., Laland D. Lowie, John H. Scogin and Ford M. Thornton, Jr., Robert Yonce.

GRAND REPRESENTATIVES PRESENT Western Canada ...... J. Frank Gilliland Colorado ...... J. Gordon Cartrette Connecticut...... Joseph L. McGee District of Columbia ...... John H. Pearson Florida ...... G. Ray Marsh France ...... Charles E. Mackey Georgia ...... George Peters Germany ...... Lloyd F. Christopher Idaho ...... G. Kent Elkins Illinois ...... Robert J. Bean, Sr. Indiana ...... Johnnie T. Morris Iowa ...... William R. Logan Kansas ...... D. Samuel Tennyson Kentucky ...... Don S. Blair Maine ...... Robert Lacer Maryland ...... Gerald L. Carver Massachusetts ...... L. Craig Cagle Minnesota ...... Earl P. Hudgens, Jr. Mississippi ...... J. Sam Burton Montana...... James E. Duckett Nevada...... Marcus L. Burdette New Jersey ...... Johnnie L. Bolt New Mexico ...... Jerry M. Owens New York ...... Phillip G. Russell North Carolina ...... Robert W. Kendrick North Dakota ...... Hal Gregory Ohio ...... Carl R. Truesdale Oregon ...... Dana P. Rickards Pennsylvania...... Ronald Elvis, Sr. Rhode Island ...... Bobby J. Sprouse South Dakota ...... Terry C. Shaver Utah ...... Douglas G. Lee Vermont ...... C. Todd Schofield Washington...... N. Haskell Brabham Wisconsin ...... Tony Bizakis Wyoming ...... T. Henry Waldrep 76 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 76

GRAND REPRESENTATIVES RECOGNIZED

The Grand Representatives were recognized and congratulated on the service that they were rendering . They were urged to keep our Grand Representatives in other Grand Jurisdictions informed of the happenings in South Carolina.

REPRESENTATIVES OF SUBORDINATE COUNCILS 2011 No. Council City Representative

1 ...... Enoch ...... Charleston ...... Paul A. Pearson 2 ...... Adoniram ...... Laurens ...... Gerry Lee Morgan 4 ...... Wynne ...... Anderson ...... Justin C. Parnell 5 ...... Union ...... Columbia ...... Henry R. Garnett 8 ...... Absolom Cody ...... York ...... Jim Connor 9 ...... Excelsior ...... Cheraw ...... None 10 ...... Alpha ...... Greenville ...... James R. Humphreys, Jr. 11 ...... Petros ...... Orangeburg ...... Dana Rickards 13 ...... Cephas ...... Florence ...... Thomas Knotts 15 ...... Seymour ...... Sumter ...... Wayne Jones 16 ...... DeSaussure ...... Abbeville ...... William McCurry 17 ...... Oriental ...... Newberry ...... Gerald Carver 19 ...... Blake ...... Spartanburg ...... G. Tyler Peters 21 ...... Maxwell ...... Greenwood ...... Jack Marler 22 ...... Jacob T. Barron ...... Chester ...... Penn Colvin 23 ...... Aiken ...... Aiken ...... Jon S. Majerus 24 ...... Winyah ...... Georgetown ...... David Evans 25 ...... Lafayette ...... Camden ...... Melvin Byrd 27 ...... Pinckney ...... Union ...... Jerry Willard 28 ...... Allendale ...... Hampton ...... William Peeples 32 ...... Living Arch ...... Clemson ...... James W. Lyle 33 ...... Witherspoon ...... Lancaster ...... Hal Gregory 34 ...... Pickens ...... Easley ...... Bud Turner 36 ...... Kingston ...... Conway ...... Dickran Mgrdechian 38 ...... Hiram ...... Marion ...... Leroy F. Humphries, Jr. 42 ...... Potter ...... Gaffney ...... G. Buck Jolley 52 ...... Myrtle Beach ...... Myrtle Beach ...... Ronald Elvis

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON CREDENTIALS AND RETURNS

To: The Most Illustrious Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of South Carolina:

We find 17 Grand Officers, 18 Most Illustrious Past Grand Masters and Representatives of 26 subordinate Councils present and entitled to vote and to seats in this Grand Assembly. Fraternally submitted,

Douglas G. Lee (42), Chairman Johnnie T. Morris (5) Albert J. Wyatt (8) R. Henry Brown (25) Adopted… Hal Gregory (33) H. Ted Burgess (4)

SUMMARY Grand Officers Present ...... 17 Past Grand Masters Present ...... 18 Past Grand Masters Honorary Present ...... 3 Number of Councils ...... 27 Number of Councils Represented ...... 26 Members, 2010 ...... 4,590 Members, 2009 ...... 4,758 Net Loss ...... -168 77 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 77

2010 – 2011 COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS

The Most Illustrious Grand Master announced the following appointments for 2010-2011:  APPEALS AND GRIEVANCES: Robert D. Yonce (23), Chairman Don S. Blair (19) Lloyd Christopher (1)  AUDITING: Doug Lee (42) Chairman Lee Roy Bruce, Sr. (23) G. Kent Elkins (10) R. Henry Brown (25)  BROKEN TRIANGLE: Rodney K. Powell (33), Chairman Haywood Fowler (36) Robert J. Blackwell (5) Johnnie T. Morris (5) BY-LAWS: Gary B. Hinson (23), Chairman Douglas G. Lee (42) J. Gordon Cartrette (38, 36) Robert D. Yonce (23) William R. Logan (21)  CREDENTIALS AND RETURNS: Douglas G. Lee (42), Chairman Johnnie T. Morris (5) Hal Gregory (33) Albert J. Wyatt (8) Howard T. Burgess (4) L. Aubrey Haynes (4) R. Henry Brown (25) CRYPTIC MASONS MEDICAL RESEARCH FOUNDATION: Hal Gregory (33), Chairman Joe Parnell (4), DGM G. Buck Jolley (42), GPCW Doug Knauer (19), GCG Douglas G. Lee (42) Robert Kendrick (10) DISPENSATIONS AND WARRANTS: W. Penn Colvin (22), Chairman Larry Dempsey, Sr. (11) DISTRIBUTION OF WORK: Robert D. Yonce (23), Chairman Gary B. Hinson (23) W. Penn Colvin (22)  EDUCATION: Lloyd F. Christopher (1), Chairman, Joe Parnell (4), DGM G. Buck Jolley (4), GPCW Doug Knauer (19), GCG Ronnie Winn (28) {#1} Mike Baughman (21, 5) {# 2} T. Henry Waldrep (32) {#3} Grady Lanier (27) {#4} Hal Gregory (33) {#5} Gordon Cartrette (38, 36) {#6}  FINANCE: Earl Hudgens, Jr. (10), Chairman Eric A. Meace (52) Jerry M. Owens (10) Mike Copeland (4) FRATERNAL RELATIONS: Gary B. Hinson (23), Chairman Robert Kendrick (10) Charles E. Mackey (47) HONORARY PAST M. I. GRAND MASTERS: T. Henry Waldrep (32), Chairman Bobby J. Sprouse (19) Joseph L. McGee (5)  JURISPRUDENCE: J. Gordon Cartrette (38, 36), Chairman William Logan (21) R. Henry Brown (25) Richard A. Wesner (52) Douglas Lee (42) G. Ray Marsh (4)  LIFE MEMBERSHIP FUND: William R. Logan (21), Chairman; Johnnie T. Morris (5) G. Kent Elkins (10) Phillip Russell (1) Leroy J. Delionbach (23) Floyd W. Goff (25) J. Gordon Cartrette (38, 36) Norman E. Wood (28) Albert J. Wyatt (8)  MASONIC YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS: G. Kent Elkins (10), Chairman Bobby J. Sprouse (19) Robert J. Bean, Sr. (13, 36) MEMBERSHIP: T. Henry Waldrep (32), Chairman Joe Parnell (4), DGM G. Buck Jolley (42), GPCW Doug Knauer (19), GCG Elbert Jackson (28) {#1} Robert Lacer (23) {# 2} Lee Duncan (34) {#3} James Duckett (27) {#4} Rick Steele (33) {#5} Chris Collins (36) {#6}  PATRIOTISM AND CIVIC ACTIVITIES: T. Henry Waldrep (32), Chairman N. Haskell Brabham (5) Eric Meace (52)  RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION: Eric A. Meace (52), Chairman N. Haskell Brabham (5) W. Penn Colvin (22)  TIME AND PLACE: Robert Kendrick (10), Chairman Carl Truesdale (25) Richard W. Sealy (8) UNFINISHED BUSINESS: J. Gordon Cartrette (38, 36), Chairman Jay Adam Pearson (19)  - 1 Report for All 3 Bodies given in Joint Session  - Basically Same Committee, Different reports in each Body 78 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 78

ADDRESS OF THE MOST ILLUSTRIOUS GRAND MASTER OTIS WALTER SEALY

To: The Most Illustrious Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of South Carolina and to our Most Distinguished Guest to our great state.

It is with great pleasure that I welcome everyone present to this one hundred and fifty first Grand Assembly of the Most Illustrious Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of South Carolina and hope that your stay will be both an enjoyable and memorable one. To my companions of this Grand Jurisdiction, thank you for the trust and support you have shown me during the past four years, in which you allowed me to serve you. To our Distinguished Guest from our own Jurisdiction, you honor us with your presence and we thank you for taking your valuable time to be with us. To the General Grand Council Officers, we especially welcome you and pray that your stay will be as enjoyable to you as your presence is to us. To the Grand Council Officers, Grand Representatives, and Subordinate councils, thank you for being here and for all your support in making this one of the grandest jurisdictions. To Most Worshipful Brother Barry A. Rickman, Grand Master of Masons in South Carolina, We are honored by your presence and also thank you for your support and leadership in making this Grand Council the success that it is. Companions, this has been one of the fastest and most enjoyable years I have experienced in my entire long life and I have been around for many years. I have been around long enough to refer to the other two Grand Heads as young fellows. Because of the Unity of Purpose we have been stressing, I sometimes refer to them by many different titles, such as Brother, Companion, Sir Knight, and sometimes as Buddy or Pal. Both of the Schofield’s, Charlie and Todd have been good friends and very helpful to me in carrying out my responsibilities. We spent many hours traveling around the Southeast discussing the problems of the world. I’m not sure we solved any of the problems, but we had fun discussing them. I would also like to thank all of our past Grand Council Officers for the advice and council they provided during my term in office. I especially recognize and thank Judy Morris (Johnnie’s wife, Secretary, and helpmate) for reminding me and keeping me straight in performance of my duties. It has been a very rewarding experience to serve as your Most Illustrious Grand Master. Now in keeping with the Cryptic Laws and Traditions, I offer the following report of my stewardship of this Grand Council during the past twelve months.

STATE OF THE CRAFT I am pleased to report that peace and harmony prevails in the Grand Jurisdiction. There also appears to be an increase in Unity among all Masonic Bodies as was witnessed in the Unity Dinner sponsored by the Aiken Bodies on May 5, 2010. All appendant Bodies of this Grand Jurisdiction were represented. However, even with all the peace, harmony, and unity so widely demonstrated, we continue to decline in membership. During this year, we have lost members due to nonpayment of dues and a few that have been taken home by the Lord. At the end of 2009, we had 4,758 members in the Grand Council of South Carolina with 4,590 members at the end of 2010 giving a reduction of 3.54 %. It has been a part of my official visits to alert the subordinate councils of the decline over the past years. I was reminded that I was spreading gloom and doom but with the downward trend, the Grand Council of South Carolina would cease to exist in a very short time. It was stressed that we needed to identify why our members were going NPD and that we should increase our recruiting efforts. Currently only about 10% of the Master Masons in South Carolina are members of the York Rite Bodies. Retention and Recruitment should be foremost in every subordinate body to maintain adequate strength to operate. 79 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 79

It was with sadness that I approved the merger of Marlboro #29 in Bennettsville with Hiram #38 in Marion.

BROKEN TRIANGLE Companions, it is with sadness that I report that 156 of our companions went to be with the Lord during this reporting period. Let us all keep in mind that we are born to die and that one day we too must lay down the working tools of life and report to that celestial lodge above where they supreme architect of the universe forever presides. Let us all remember the families of our departed companions in our prayers.

FINANCES The finances of the Grand Council continue to be a concern of all. This is also a concern in the subordinate councils as well. Our memberships as a whole are for the most part living on a fixed income and to keep us with the current inflation rate, we must raise the income level. As a result, when you raise your dues, you lose some members through NPD. This is a catch twenty-two. The other alternative is to cut expenses, which is an almost impossibility since we are currently operating at a bare minimum. Thanks to the Grand Treasurer, Ted Burgess, and the Grand Recorder, Johnnie Morris, for a tremendous job they have done during this period of economic crisis. Their report will be presented later in these proceedings.

DISPENSATIONS There were several dispensations issued during the year but all were of a routine nature and are on file in the Grand Recorders office.

BY-LAWS We had three requests for By-Laws changes during the year and the following were approved: Potter # 42 ...... Gaffney Aiken #23 ...... Aiken Absalom Cody #8 ...... York

SOUTHEASTERN YORK RITE CONFERENCE The Southeastern York Rite Conference was held in Greenville, South Carolina on June 11-12, 2010. I was given the opportunity to be one of the speakers at the conference. The theme for the Conference was “Together”. The theme was presented by using three “C’s: Commitment – Communications – Clarity. This is a very educational and informative meeting and I encourage our continued attendance and participation. This is an opportunity to meet and get to know the General Grand Council Officers and other companions of the Southeastern Jurisdictions.

GREAT SMOKEY MOUNTAIN SUMMER ASSEMBLY I had the opportunity to attend the North Carolina Great Smokey Mountain Summer Assembly at Maggie Valley which was held on July 11-13, 2010. Companions, this is without a doubt, one of the most enjoyable sessions that you could attend. It is a very casual, informative, and educational assembly. The program is always filled with excellent speakers who always bring much knowledge for us to take back to our own jurisdictions. This year, we were fortunate to have as one of the guest speakers, Christopher Hodapp, author of Freemasons for Dummies and Deciphering the Lost Symbol. He gave us a very informative talk on Freemasonry and the effects of Author Dan Brown’s books on the Fraternity. The visit to the Masonic Marker on top the mountain is also an enjoyable and informational visit. I learn something new each time I 80 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 80 visit it. Companions, if you haven’t attended the Summer Assembly, it is highly recommended. The friendships you make are everlasting.

GRAND REPRESENTATIVE APPOINTMENTS We had no appointments as Grand Representatives of other jurisdictions near the Grand Council of South Carolina. I was pleased to approve the recommendation of the following companions to represent this Grand Council in other near Grand Jurisdictions: Bryan Burrows ...... Nebraska Clayton A. Wolfe Jr...... Louisiana

DUAL MEMBERSHIPS I had the privilege of approving a dual membership for the following Companions:

Ed Suggs ...... Kingston Council #36 and Hiram Council # 38 Dennis Case ...... Maxwell #21 and Adoniram #2 George Latta ...... Maxwell #21 and Adoniram #2

CRYPTIC MASON OF THE YEAR AWARD One of the most difficult tasks I had was to select one individual out of all the dedicated Companions in this jurisdiction. However, I have selected a long time friend and dedicated mason, James Conner of Absolom Cody Council #8 as this year’s recipient of the Cryptic Mason of the Year Award.

ISH SODI AWARDS Grand Elected Officer ...... Joe Parnell Grand Appointed Officer ...... James Duckett Hidden Work ...... Walter H. Johnson Out of State (North Carolina) ...... Dennis R. Block

ADULT LEADERSHIP AWARD It takes a special person to devote his time and talents to assist the young people who are our future leaders. With this in mind, I have selected Companion Garland Ray Harman as this year’s recipient of this Adult Leadership Award.

ANNUAL STATEWIDE EDUCATIONAL MEETING For the past two years, we have tried a new annual educational system. We are having joint education for all bodies rather than breaking up into individual groups. This gives each group a more complete education. This new system seems to be quite successful and should be continued.

VISITATIONS WITHIN THE STATE I am pleased to state that I was able to visit each of the Councils in the Grand Jurisdiction at least one time this year. I received a very warm reception on each visit and felt the friendship and brotherly love displayed by all. I appreciate the support demonstrated by my officers by their attendance at the official visits. Again, it was a real honor and pleasure to be able to travel with the other two Grand Heads to the subordinate bodies. I was humbled and at the same time honored to be made an Honorary Life Member in many Subordinate Councils and was also presented with a Chapter Penny. These honorary memberships are something that I will always cherish and reflect on them in the future. Following is a list of my visits during my year in office:

3/14-16/2010 ...... S. C. Grand York Rite ...... Charleston 3/18/2010...... Jacob T. Barron #22 ...... Chester 81 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 81

4/1/2010 ...... Potter #42 ...... Gaffney 4/6/2010 ...... Acme #47 ...... Kershaw 4/12/2010...... Alpha #10 ...... Greenville 4/20/2010...... Enoch #1 ...... Charleston 4/21-23/2010 ...... S. C. Grand Lodge ...... Columbia 5/1/2010 ...... York Rite College ...... Columbia 5/8/2010 ...... Super Excellent Master ...... Aiken 5/11/2010...... Seymour #15 ...... Sumter 5/15/2010...... Unity Dinner ...... Aiken 5/18/2010...... Massing of the Colors ...... Columbia 5/24/2010...... DeSaussure #16...... Abbeville 5/25/2010...... Excelsior #9 ...... Cheraw 6/2/2010 ...... Myrtle Beach #64...... Myrtle Beach 6/5/2010 ...... Knight Masons ...... Greenwood 6/10-12/2010 ...... S. E. Conference ...... Greenville 6/14/2010...... Blake #19 ...... Spartanburg 6/15/2010...... Witherspoon #33 ...... Lancaster 6/17/2010...... Allendale #28 ...... Hampton 6/25/2010...... Rainbow Girls Assembly ...... Columbia 7/24/2010...... DeMolay Conclave ...... Summerville 8/3/2010 ...... Aiken #23 ...... Aiken 8/7/2010 ...... AMD Meeting ...... Loris 8/9/2010 ...... Cephas #13...... Florence 8/11/2010...... Union #5 ...... Columbia 8/17/2010...... Lafayette #25 ...... Camden 9/7/2010 ...... Pickens #34 ...... Easley 9/13/2010...... Maxwell #21 ...... Greenwood 9/14/2010...... Petros #11 ...... Orangeburg 9/27/2010...... Kingston #36 ...... Conway 9/28/2010...... Winyah #24 ...... Georgetown 10/11/2010...... Pinckney #27 ...... Union 10/12/2010...... Living Arch #32 ...... Clemson 10/19/2010...... Hiram #38 ...... Marion 10/26/2010...... Wynne #4 ...... Anderson 11/8/2010...... Oriental #17 ...... Newberry 11/15/2010...... Absolom Cody #8 ...... York 11/22/2010...... Adoniram #2 ...... Laurens 1/1/2011 ...... Knight Masons ...... Columbia 1/8/2011 ...... Statewide Education ...... Columbia 3/13-15/2011 ...... S.C. Grand York Rite ...... Greenville

OUT OF STATE VISITS I received many invitations to visit other jurisdictions but due to scheduling, I was only able to visit the below listed states. The other Grand Heads and I were received and were treated like Royalty. It was an honor and a privilege to be in the presence of such distinguished Masons and to see that masonry was alive and well outside South Carolina.

3/21-23/2010 ...... N.C. Grand York Rite ...... Clemmons, NC 4/14-17/2010 ...... Florida Grand York Rite ...... Lake Mary, FL 5/2-4/2010 ...... Georgia Grand York Rite ...... Macon, GA 7/11-13/2010 ...... Great Smokies Summer Assembly ...... Maggie Valley, NC 8/20-21/2010 ...... Cave Degree/Union Lodge ...... Kingston, TN 2/27-29/2011 ...... Alabama Grand York Rite ...... Birmingham, AL 82 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 82

RECOMMENDATIONS 1. That the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of South Carolina continue to support the Cryptic Mason Medical Research Foundation. 2. That the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of South Carolina continue to stress the Life Membership Program and its benefits to the subordinate councils. 3. That the Finance Committee considers replacing the jewels and aprons of the Grand Officers as needed. The District Deputy Grand Master jewels and aprons are showing a lot of wear. 4. That the By-Laws Committee consider placing in the By-Laws a ritual to receive the Illustrious Grand Master and the Deputy Grand Master. 5. That the Grand York Rite Bodies continue with the one day Educational Meeting in Columbia. 6. That we stress the need for retention of current members and the recruitment of new members. 7. That we continue to audit all records and books of all York Rite Bodies on an annual basis (including the Life Membership Committee. 8. That the by-laws for the Life Membership Committee eliminate the requirement that a Certified Public Accountant audit the books.

CONCLUSIONS Companions, I thank you for the privilege and honor to serve as your Most Illustrious Grand Master for this past year. There were a few challenging moments but with all your help there was nothing that we did not overcome. With the full schedule that we made for ourselves, the year just seemed to fly by. To the other two Grand Heads, Most Excellent Grand High Priest Charles Schofield and the Right Eminent Grand Commander Todd Schofield, thank you very much for allowing me to travel with you this year. Your good council and friendship will last forever. Thank you to my home York Rite Bodies in York for your support and understanding during the whole time I was moving up in the Grand Council. Thank you too for financing the purchase of the One Hundred and Fifty Year Commemorative Coin for the Grand Council. The profit from the sale of the coins was divided equally with the three philanthropies of the three Grand Bodies. Thanks to all the Past Most Illustrious Grand Masters for the leadership they provided me during this year. MIPGM Temp Dickson and MIPGM Ron Elvis spent a lot of time keeping me straight. I have made many new and lasting friends during my climb up the Grand Council ladder. I would like to give a special thank you to the team of Johnnie Morris Grand Secretary/Recorder, Ted Burgess Grand Treasurer, and Judy Morris, the leader of the team. Without this team, my task would have been too challenging for one person. I especially want to thank my wife, Barbara, for her support and for the many nights she had to spend alone while I was on the road. One of her daily questions to me was “Are you meeting tonight or do I need to cook?” Thanks Barbara for being the understanding and supportive person you are. Again, Thank you for allowing me to serve this past year and as an old sailor, I wish you calm seas and smooth sailing. God bless each of you and God Bless America.

Fraternally submitted,

Otis Walter Sealy M I Grand Master Referred to the Committee on Dist of Work… 83 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 83

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON DISTRIBUTION OF WORK

To: The Most Illustrious Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of South Carolina: The Committee on Distribution of Work wishes to submit the following report: Congratulations to the Most Illustrious Grand Master, Companion O. Walter Sealy for his deep dedication and excellent work and leadership during the past year. We do commend him on his many visits within the state, as well as visits to other Grand Jurisdictions. The Super Excellent Masters Degree was conferred on a large number of Companions, and we commend the Aiken and Columbia Councils for this fine work. The state of the Craft continues to be in very good condition. We are happy to report that some of the Subordinate Councils are doing more degree work, and many are opening the Council in full form several times during the year: We encourage all Councils to adopt this practice… The harmony which exists among our Companions of this state is so great, no decisions were required. We recommend approval of all matters not specifically assigned to Committees: Matters relating to: Broken Triangle – To the Committee on Broken Triangle… Grand Representatives and Out of State Visitations – To the Committee on Fraternal Relations... Finance and Recommendations – To the Committee on Finance... By-Laws, Decisions, Recommendations and York Rite Unity – To the Committee on Jurisprudence... Dispensations – To the Committee on Dispensations and Warrants...

Fraternally submitted,

Robert D. Yonce (23), Chairman Gary B. Hinson (23) W. Penn Colvin (22) Adopted…

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON FRATERNAL RELATIONS

To: The Most Illustrious Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of South Carolina:

Your Committee would like to commend Most Illustrious Grand Master O. Walt Sealy on his leadership for 2010-2011. He has represented South Carolina Cryptic Masonry well in all of his visits, and endeavors. He approved the recommendation of the following companions to represent this Grand Council in other near Grand Jurisdictions;

Bryan Burrows - Nebraska Clayton A. Wolfe Jr. - Louisiana

We regret to report that NPD’s are still a major concern for this Grand Jurisdiction. The Most Illustrious Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of South Carolina are in peace and harmony with the world of Cryptic Masonry.

Fraternally submitted,

Gary B. Hinson (23), Chairman Robert W. Kendrick (10) Charles E. Mackey (47) Adopted… 84 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 84

REPORT OF GRAND TREASURER

To: The Most Illustrious Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of South Carolina:

I hereby submit my annual report covering the period March 1, 2010 through February 28, 2011:

March 1, 2010 BALANCES: Wachovia Checking ...... $ 1,000.00 Wachovia Money Market ...... 33,444.79 AIG Annuity ...... 100,000.00

Total ...... $ 134,444.79

RECEIPTS Johnnie T. Morris, Grand Recorder Dues, Fees, Supplies from Subordinate Councils ...... $ 25,835.50 Wachovia Money Market Interest ...... 99.77 Nations Securities Earning - WD ...... 3,015.86 Bank Charge Refund – Wachovia ...... 0.00 Banquet Ticket Sales ...... 2,812.34 31,763.47 Total ...... $ 166,208.26

DISBURSEMENTS

Warrants (3337-3515) ...... $ 37,914.32 Bank Charge (Deposit slips) Wachovia...... 0.00 37,914.32 Total to Account For ...... $ 128,293.94

February 28, 2011 BALANCES: Wachovia Checking ...... $ 1,000.00 Wachovia Money Market ...... 27,293.94 Western National Life Insurance ...... 100,000.00

Total ...... $ 128,293.94

I appreciate the cooperation received from our M.I. Grand Master, Most Illustrious Companion O. Walter Sealy; our M. I. Grand Recorder, Most Illustrious Companion Johnnie T. Morris; and especially from our Secretary, Judy Morris.

Fraternally submitted,

H. Ted Burgess Grand Treasurer Referred to the Finance Committee and later adopted… 85 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 85

REPORT OF GRAND RECORDER

To: The Most Illustrious Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of South Carolina:

I hereby submit my annual report covering the period March 1, 2010 through February 28, 2011. RECEIPTS 2010 Dues ...... $ 23,539.50 Rituals and Supplies ...... 1,980.00 Bonds ...... 290.00 Ticket Sales ...... 3,003.00 Penalty ...... 36.10 Refund on annual returns ...... 299.00 $29,147.60 DISBURSEMENTS Refund Ticket Sales ...... $ 190.66 Paid Grand Treasurer (Ticket Sales) ...... 2,812.34 Refunds on annual returns ...... 299.00 Bank Charge ...... 10.10 Paid Grand Treasurer ...... 25,835.50 $29,147.60

CONDENSED STATISTICAL STATEMENT

INCREASE Members, 1/1/2010 ...... 4,758 Greeted ...... 165 Affiliated ...... 87 Error ...... 14 Reinstated ...... 24 290 5,048 DECREASE Died ...... 156 Demitted ...... 84 N. P. D...... 201 Error ...... 11 Suspended or Expelled ...... 6 458

Members, 12/31/2010 ...... 4,590

Net Loss – 168

The Velver E. Bentley Award this year goes to Maxwell No. 21 for the largest percentage gain of 3.17%. Potter, Petros, Witherspoon and Enoch had a gain of 1, The Samuel Aiken Award for the largest numerical gain of 6 goes to Maxwell Council No. 21. (Won last 3 years) We had a net loss in the Grand Council of 168, bringing our total membership down to 4,590. Fraternally submitted,

Johnnie T. Morris, Grand Recorder

Referred to the Finance Committee and later adopted… 86

STATISTICAL STATEMENT Life Membership Fun Ministers-Exempt 40 Year Members Year 40 LOSS/GAIN INCREASE DECREASE MEMBERS MEMBERS Sus or Exp Reinstated Supplies & Bond Affiliated Demitted

GRAND Increase Greeted GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA Error Error NPD Died COUNCIL DUES DUES ROYAL & SELECT

MASTERS 2009 TOTAL 2010 No. . Name Location 1 Enoch Charleston 290 28 2 30 320 12 3 12 1 1 29 291 1 25.80 1,770.00 110.00 22 79 5 2 Adoniram Laurens 105 2 8 10 115 4 4 111 6 10.00 416.00 110.00 44 16 4 4 Wynne Anderson 225 10 10 235 12 5 17 218 -7 12.00 1,079.50 110.00 55 85 5 Union Columbia 429 9 2 11 440 12 15 27 413 -16 18.00 2,338.50 110.00 49 205 9 8 Absolom Cody York 286 8 8 294 11 2 12 25 269 -17 14.00 1,290.00 110.00 68 44 5 9 Excelsior Cheraw 47 1 1 48 1 3 4 44 -3 10.00 229.50 10.00 7 6 2 10 Alpha Greenville 335 3 3 6 341 22 3 13 38 303 -32 23.00 1,397.00 110.00 82 29 10 11 Petros Orangeburg 159 9 3 12 171 4 7 11 160 1 14.50 889.00 10.00 24 90 2 13 Cephas Florence 232 6 1 2 9 241 15 13 1 29 212 -20 25.00 941.50 110.00 70 42 15 Seymour Sumter 181 3 1 4 185 3 9 12 173 -8 11.00 929.00 110.00 32 127 16 DeSaussure Abbeville 65 5 2 1 8 73 5 1 6 67 2 14.00 361.00 10.00 14 2 1 17 Oriental Newberry 136 3 3 139 3 4 7 132 -4 10.00 773.00 90.00 14 92 19 Blake Spartanburg 283 7 7 290 7 1 14 22 268 -15 11.00 1,346.50 110.00 63 27 21 Maxwell Greenwood 183 4 2 2 1 9 192 2 1 3 189 6 20.00 963.50 110.00 41 22 3 22 Jacob T. Barron Chester 124 0 124 3 12 15 109 -15 15.00 448.50 10.00 38 26 2 23 Aiken Aiken 122 3 2 5 127 5 4 9 118 -4 23.00 630.00 110.00 24 68 24 Winyah Georgetown 80 5 5 85 1 5 6 79 -1 15.00 465.00 110.00 5 3 4 25 Lafayette Camden 172 1 52 53 225 8 9 17 208 36 10.00 1,068.00 110.00 43 82 1 27 Pinckney Union 131 5 5 136 3 10 13 123 -8 15.00 627.50 110.00 27 24 1 28 Allendale Hampton 92 5 5 97 2 1 5 8 89 -3 13.00 497.50 10.00 14 10 29 Marlboro Bennettsville 25 0 25 25 25 0 -25 0.00 0.00 10.00 0 0 32 Living Arch Clemson 302 20 5 25 327 7 12 7 26 301 -1 14.00 1,697.50 110.00 46 100 5 33 Witherspoon Lancaster 258 10 1 3 14 272 3 7 3 13 259 1 7.00 1,034.00 110.00 100 12 6 34 Pickens Easley 150 1 1 2 152 6 10 16 136 -14 17.00 535.00 10.00 54 119 1 36 Kingston Conway 76 2 1 2 5 81 1 1 8 4 14 67 -9 20.00 400.50 110.00 7 22 1 38 Hiram Marion 71 6 26 32 103 3 3 6 97 26 25.00 525.50 110.00 15 10 3 42 Potter Gaffney 111 8 8 119 1 2 4 7 112 1 12.00 614.00 110.00 20 113 47 Acme Kershaw 44 0 44 44 44 0 -44 0.00 0.00 10.00 52 Myrtle Beach Myrtle Beach 44 3 3 47 5 5 42 -2 30.00 272.50 10.00 23 1 TOTALS 4,758 165 87 24 14 290 5,048 156 84 201 6 11 458 4,590 -168 $14.01 $23,539.50 $2,270.00 978 1,478 66 86 87 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 87

REPORT OF AUDITING COMMITTEE

To: The Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of South Carolina:

We herewith submit our report.

We have this day, March 2, 2011, examined the books of the Grand Treasurer and the Grand Recorder and find them neatly and correctly kept and all funds accounted for.

The balance of the Grand Treasurer is as follows:

Wachovia Bank...... $ 1,000.00 Wachovia Money Market ...... 27,293.94 Funds Invested and in Savings & Loans ...... 100,000.00

Total ...... $ 128,293.94

Fraternally submitted,

Doug Lee (42), Chairman Lee Roy Bruce, Sr. (23) G. Kent Elkins (10) R. Henry Brown (4) Adopted.

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON DISPENSATIONS AND WARRANTS

To: The Most Illustrious Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of South Carolina: Your committee reports that there were no Warrants for new Councils issued. All Dispensations were of a routine nature; copies being on file in the Grand Recorder’s Office.

Fraternally submitted,

W. Penn Colvin (22), Chairman Larry Dempsey, Sr. (11) Adopted.

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON APPEALS AND GRIEVANCES

To: The Most Illustrious Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of South Carolina:

This Committee is pleased to report that it has not received any notice of grievance or discord. Harmony and goodwill prevails throughout our Grand Jurisdiction.

Fraternally submitted,

Robert D. Yonce (23), Chairman Don S. Blair (19) Lloyd F. Christopher (1) Adopted. 88 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 88

ISH SODI AWARDS

During the one hundred twenty-first Annual Assembly, it was moved and passed by the Companions present that the Most Illustrious Grand Master be given the authority to honor not more than four Companions each year with this special award. The following awards were presented by M. I. O. Walter Sealy.: Grand Officer ...... Joe Parnell Appointed Grand Officer ...... James Duckett Hidden Work ...... Walter H. Johnson Out of State ...... Dennis R. Block

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON BROKEN TRIANGLE

To: The Most Illustrious Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of South Carolina:

The words of the ancient funeral liturgy declare: Dying, Christ destroyed our death. Rising, Christ restored our life. Christ will come again in glory! …those who have this hope purify themselves even as Christ is pure. For it was Christ Himself who said, ‘I am the resurrection and the life. Those who believe in me, even though they die, yet shall they live, and whoever lives and believes in me shall never die… This afternoon I rise to sadly report to you that 156 of our fraternal brothers have passed through the Ninth Arch. But I gladly report to you that 156 of our fraternal brothers have laid down the working tools of this life and have taken up the glorious crown of their celestial life above! We are grieved by their passing, and our thoughts and prayers are with those most near and dear to them who still feel the sharp pain of their departure. But I challenge you to join me in committing ourselves anew to the work and life of Christian Masons. Let us reaffirm the eternal truths we have learned as Cryptic Knights. And let us set our sights on that eternal home, not made with hands, but eternal in the heavens. Would you stand in tribute to our fallen brothers and join me in prayer: O God, you gave us birth, and you are ever more ready to hear than we are to pray. You know our needs even before we ask and our ignorance in asking. Give us now your grace, that as we shrink before the mystery of death, we may see the light of your eternity. Speak to us once more your solemn message of life and of death. Help us to live as those who are prepared to die. And when our days here are accomplished, enable us to die as those who go forth to live, so that living or dying, our life may be in you. And remind us that nothing in life or in death will be able to separate us from your great love in Christ Jesus our Lord. So mote it be, Amen. Fraternally submitted,

Dr .Rodney K. Powell (33), Chairman Rev. Hugh J. Bickley (5) Rev. Haywood Fowler (36) Johnnie T. Morris (5) Rev. Robert Blackwell (5) Adopted… 89 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 89

In Memoriam

H a r o l d W o o d r o w R h o d e s , S r . Most Illustrious Grand Master 1984-1985 Saturday, September 27, 1919 – Thursday, October 28, 2010

Harold Woodrow Rhodes was born in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, September 27, 1919, the son of the late William F. Rhodes and Mary Sexton Rhodes. He graduated from Sharon High School, Sharon, South Carolina. Harold was predeceased by his wife of 72 years, Eva Mae Stephenson Rhodes of Sharon, SC. They had one son, Harold Woodrow Rhodes, Jr. and three grandchildren. Harold was a faithful member of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church of Rock Hill where he served as an elder and deacon for many years. He was a lifelong member of the Men’s Bible Class, Rogers Fellowship Class and Harps. Harold worked at the Rock Hill Printing and Finishing Company before joining the U.S. Marines, serving overseas during WWII. After his military service, he was employed by Southern Life Insurance Company for thirty-four years, serving as manger in Waycross, GA, Lakeland, FL and Rock Hill, SC. He received his C.L.U. designation in 1968 and retired on February 1, 1983. Harold was raised to the sublime degree of a Master Mason in Palmetto Lodge Number 289 at Sharon, SC in September 1947 and served as Worshipful Master in 1953. Harold was affiliated with Rock Hill Lodge Number 111 in 1968 and served as Worshipful Master in 1974. Harold was exalted to the August Degree of a Royal Arch Mason in Bratton Chapter Number 22 in Rock Hill in March 1949. He served as High Priest in 1953. He was anointed, consecrated and set apart in the Holy Order of High Priesthood in March 1954. He served as District Deputy Grand High Priest for the Fourth district in 1978. Harold was greeted as a Royal and Select Master in Campbell Council Number 18 in April 1949, serving as Illustrious Master in 1955. He received the Thrice Illustrious Master in March 1962. He was elected to serve the Grand Council of South Carolina as the Most Illustrious Grand Master in March 1984. Harold was dubbed and created a Knight Templar in Rock Hill Commandery Number 15 in October 1949 and served as Commander in 1956. He served as District Representative for the Fourth District in 1976. He was introduced into the Assembly of Knight Crusaders of the Cross in April 1994. In March 1957, Harold was elected a member of Palmetto Priory Number 54, Knight York Cross of Honor. He was a member of All Saints Conclave Order of the Red Cross of Constantine, serving as Sovereign in 1995. He was a member of Samuel H J Womack Council Number 20, Knight Masons, Palmetto York Rite College Number 70, J. D. Penley Council Number 131 of Allied Masonic Degrees, Catawba Chapter Number 131, Order of the Eastern Star and Hejaz Temple, A.A.O.N.M.S.

"Now the laborer's task is o'er Now the battle day is past. Now upon the farther shore; Lands the voyager at last, Father in Thy gracious keeping Leave we now thy servant sleeping."

Respectfully submitted, J. Gordon Cartrette

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THE COLUMBIAN MEDAL 1993 J. Gordon Cartrette 2002 Robert D. Yonce

THE LADY OF THE COUNCIL AWARD

2006 “Skeeter” Mackey 2007 Judy Morris 2009 Cindy Jones 2009 Annette Lewis

CRYPTIC MASON OF THE YEAR HONOR AWARD

The Most Illustrious Grand Master announced that the recipient of the Cryptic Mason Honor Award for the year was Companion James Conner of Absolom Cody Council #8, York.

RECIPIENTS OF CRYPTIC MASON OF THE YEAR HONOR AWARD 1974 * Wallace Parker Bryant (18) 1993 R. Butler Satterfield (2) 1975 * Clifford D. Parsons (1) 1994 Jerry M. Owens (10) 1976 * Woodrow W. Carnes (33) 1995 * Everette T. Deitz (23) 1977 * Mark Toney (23) 1996 Richard L. Harding (42) 1978 * James L. Jackson Sr. (22) 1997 T. Henry Waldrep (32) 1979 * J. Cecil Axon (11) 1998 * Lonnie Lloyd Watts (33) 1980 * Cammie E. Murphy (23) 1999 Larry Rhodes (32) 1981 * James E. Wilson (1) 2000 Howard C. Tucker (19) 1982 * Marvin E. Alford (52) 2001 * George L. Seyle (1) 1983 * William A. Price (19) 2002 * Lucius A. Todd (4) 1984 * Ernest Gary Matthews (18) 2003 Jerry O. Glenn (10) 1985 * LeRoy W. Wells (15) 2004 Lawrence E. Schoff (5) 1986 Ford M. Thornton, Jr. (23) 2005 Jay Adam Pearson (19) 1987 J. C. Hubbard, Jr. (32) 2006 Don S. Blair (19) 1988 * Willard F. Bond, Jr. (23) 2007 Jack Holmes (42) 1989 * Marvin N. DeYoung (40) 2008 Doug Knauer (19) 1990 * Robert C. Hopple (5) 2009 Kenneth Brackens 1991 * Charlie L. Moore (36) 2010 James Conner 1992 * Mendel C. Jeanes (5)

ADULT LEADERSHIP AWARD

The Most Illustrious Grand Master announced that the recipient of the Adult Leadership Award for the year was Garland Ray Harman of Union Council No. 5, Columbia.

RECIPIENTS OF ADULT LEADERSHIP OF THE YEAR HONOR AWARD

1983 Robert M. Jones (18) 1997 Orland M. Owen, Jr. (1) 1984 * William A. Price (19) 1998 Brian Keith Williams (18) 1985 Thomas L. Coker (5) 1999 * Troy A. Shealy (21) 1986 Charles J. Saylors (10) 2000 John R. Marcucci (5) 1987 G. Kent Elkins (10) 2001 Dedra Hart 1988 William A. Moseley (19) 2002 William A. Driver (23) 1989 Carl R. Truesdale (25) 2003 Jay Adam Pearson (19) 1990 * Charlie Bullock (52) 2004 Frances Amyx 1991 * Aubry R. Winesett, Jr. (5) 2005 ~ Glenn R. Mosteller (21) 1992 Walter P. Davis (49) 2006 Susan Broom 1993 Charles E. Mackey (47) 2007 Haywood Fowler (36) 1994 Robert J. Bean, Sr. (13) 2008 Lee Duncan (34) 1995 Robert W. Kendrick (10) 2009 Walter Spiller (1)

1996 S. E. Beckham (18) 2010 Garland Ray Harman (5) * Deceased 91 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 91

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON MEMBERSHIP

To: The Most Illustrious Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of South Carolina: In 2010 we greeted 165, affiliated 87, reinstated 24, with an error of 14 for a total increase of 290; 156 deaths, 84 demitted, 201 NPDs, suspended or expelled 6, with an error of 11, for a total decrease of 458. We now have 978 40 years members and 66 ministers who are exempt. In 2010 we had 8 Councils which had a gain: they are Enoch #1, Charleston, Petros #11, Orangeburg, DeSaussure #16, Abbeville, Maxwell #21, Greenwood, Lafayette #25, Camden, Witherspoon #33, Lancaster, Hiram #38, Marion and Potter #42, Gaffney. Our NPDs are not nearly as bad as they have been, but 201 are still too many to lose. We the older members need to work to replace ourselves.

Fraternally submitted,

T. Henry Waldrep (32), Chairman Walt Sealy (8) Joe Parnell (4) G. Buck Jolley (42) David L. Evans (24) Robert Elsner (16) Gerald Burton (32) Jim Phillips (42) Grenfell Leonard (25) Richard A. Wesner (52) Adopted…

COMMITTEE ON CRYPTIC MASONS MEDICAL RESEARCH To: The Most Illustrious Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of South Carolina: Your committee on CMMRF hereby submits their report for the period of January 1, 2010 to December 31, 2010. We commend M. I. Grand Master O. Walt Sealy for his support and promotion of the Cryptic Masons Medical Research Foundation and the SC Life Sponsorship Program. The total contributions from South Carolina for the past year were $6,133.55. This amount was credited to 15 councils, SC Grand York Bodies and South Carolina Thrice Illustrious Masters Council and several other Masonic Bodies. This amount also includes the donations from the Grand Heads PASSING THE POT which I am sure that all councils contributed to. The CMMRF’s share was $922.00. The top 5 councils were: Enoch #1, Absolom Cody #8, Blake #19, Living Arch #32 and Wynne #4. The following SC councils were credited with donations of at least $1.00 per member: Enoch #1, Wynne #4, Absolom Cody #8, Excelsior #9, Cephas #13, Seymour #15, DeSaussure #16, Blake #19, Living Arch #32, Kingston #36 ,Hiram #38, Potter #42. The Cryptic Masons Medical Research Foundation and this committee wish to thank each council, each companion, the Thrice Illustrious Masters Council, the Arts and Crafts Bazaar, S&C Clubs and the many other people who donated to the foundation during the past year. Companions, during the coming year I would like to see each council make a donation to the CMMRF and attempt to get at least one company or corporation to make a donation. To the Councils that did not make a donation in 2010, please try to contribute in 2011. Let’s make this year better than last. Your support is needed to continue our research. Companions, let’s do even more next year. Masons should always remember that Charity is the perfection of every virtue.

Fraternally submitted,

Hal Gregory (33), Chairman Douglas G. Lee (42) O. Walt Sealy (8) G. Buck Jolley (42) Joe Parnell (4) Robert Kendrick (10) Adopted… 92 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL & SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 92

REPORT OF FINANCE COMMITTEE

To: The Most Illustrious Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of South Carolina We have carefully analyzed the income and expenditures for 2010-2011 and submit the following budget for the year beginning March 1, 2011 through February 29, 2012: Estimate Spent Estimate GRAND COUNCIL 2010-2011 2010-2011 2011-2012 General Grand Council Dues 1,266.30 3,618.00 3,450.00 Salaries: Grand Recorder 9,100.00 9,100.00 9,100.00 Grand Treasurer 1,350.00 1,350.00 1,350.00 Secretary 8,650.00 8,650.00 8,650.00 Annual Communication Expense 1,500.00 3,147.18 * 1,500.00 Director of IRS - Social Security 1,500.00 1,461.36 1,500.00 Federal Employment Tax 150.00 168.85 170.00 S. C. Employment Tax 250.00 161.45 165.00 Bond - Council Officers 150.00 133.66 150.00 Office Space Expense 3,000.00 3,000.00 3,000.00 Office Furniture & Equipment & Maintenance 650.00 636.74 300.00 Telephone & Web Service 550.00 505.70 550.00 Supplies: Saleable 1,000.00 0.00 1,000.00 Office Consumable & Stationery For Grands 800.00 805.54 800.00 Proceedings 1,200.00 1,100.00 1,000.00 Contingent Fund 150.00 117.24 150.00 Apron & Case for M. I. Grand Master 325.00 325.00 325.00 Regalia & Repair for Grand Officers 300.00 0.00 300.00 M. I. Grand Master Travel & Miscellaneous 1,900.00 1,900.00 1,900.00 Grand Recorder Travel & Miscellaneous 635.00 635.00 635.00 Triennial Meeting: M. I. Grand Master 0.00 0.00 800.00 Grand Recorder 0.00 0.00 400.00 SE Area Meeting: M. I. Grand Master 200.00 200.00 200.00 Deputy Grand Master 200.00 0.00 200.00 Grand Recorder 67.00 67.00 67.00 Grand Treasurer 67.00 67.00 67.00 Annual State-wide Educational Meeting 50.00 43.40 50.00 Waynesville Summer Assembly 50.00 50.00 50.00 Ladies Entertainment for Grand York Rite 450.00 321.20 450.00 CMMRF Chairman Postage 100.00 100.00 100.00 DeMolay Development & Extension 200.00 200.00 150.00 Rainbow Girls 50.00 50.00 100.00 $35,860.30 $37,914.32 $38,629.00 * Money received from ticket sales -$2,812.34 * TOTALS $35,860.30 $35,101.98 $38,629.00 93 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 93

FINANCE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS The budget for 2011 has been carefully reviewed line by line and trimmed wherever practical. The $4.00 increase voted on at the 2010 annual assembly should result in a balanced budget for next year. We recommend approval of the annual reports referred to this Committee by the Grand Treasurer and Grand Recorder. We recommend that the Grand Treasurer, Grand Recorder and Chairman of the Finance Committee be authorized to invest funds at their discretion in Government Bonds, AAA Utility Bonds and insured Savings and Loan Certificates. We recommend that if the M.I. Grand Master and/or the R.I. Deputy Grand Master is/are unable to attend the Southeastern York Rite Conference and the R.I. Grand Principal Conductor of Work and/or the R.I. Grand Captain of the Guard do attend, that the budgeted funds be given to the R.I. Grand Principal Conductor of Work and the R.I. Grand Captain of the Guard. We recommend continued assistance to CMMRF. We recommend the continued support of youth groups as contained in the Grand Council budget. We recommend that the Grand Secretary - Recorder maintain office space at 1518 Hampton St., Columbia, S.C. for another year unless more suitable space is found at a comparable rental rate. We recommend that the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of South Carolina continue to support the General Grand Council of Cryptic Masons International. We recommend that the MI Grand Master’s recommendation No. 3 be considered when Grand Council’s finances improve. We concur with the MI Grand Master’s recommendations No. 7 and No. 8.

Fraternally submitted,

Earl P. Hudgens (10), Chairman Michael Copeland (4) Jerry M. Owens (10) Adopted.

The following motion was made:

To the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of South Carolina:

The Companions below, being a current or Past Illustrious Master hereby purpose a two and one half percent (2.5%) increase annually, rounded to the nearest dollar, for the next 10 years of the current per capita for the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of SC. Constituent Councils will be assessed the increase beginning with the next ensuing calendar year after its adoption.

Respectively submitted,

Justin C. Parnell Walter Davis Joe Parnell Marcus L. Burdette Gordon Baillie Brown, Jr.

Motion made and 2nd, but couldn’t get the 100% needed for it to be balloted on at this session so it will be carried over to 2012 session. (Change of the Constitution; must have Unanimous consent to be acted on at this session) 94 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 94

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON HONORARY M. I. PAST GRAND MASTERS

To: The Most Illustrious Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of South Carolina: This committee asks that if you have a Companion who you think should be considered for this honor that you send a written recommendation to the chairman of this committee along with a short biographical sketch. This recommendation should be sent with ample time for the committee to meet and consider each who has been recommended. After meeting and considering all matters coming before this committee, we make no recommendation this year.

Fraternally submitted,

T. Henry Waldrep (32), Chairman Adopted. Joseph L. McGee (5) Bobby J. Sprouse (19)

REMARKS OF MIGM DENNIS BLOCK MOST ILLUSTRIOUS GRAND MASTER OF NORTH CAROLINA

MIGM Dennis Block commented on the Maggie Valley Summer Assembly. He stated that it is an experience that you do not want to miss; the fellowship is good, and the speakers are always outstanding. You will make friendships that you will never lose. It will be held on July 10, 11, and 12, 2011.

REMARKS OF MIGM TEDDY GROGAN MOST ILLUSTRIOUS GRAND MASTER OF ALABAMA

On behalf of all the out of state guests, MIGM Teddy Grogan thanked the SC Grand York Rite Bodies for making them feel at home. He commented on his jet lag with daylight savings time and his change from the central time zone. He stated that this is his 5th time in attendance in South Carolina. He also mentioned the Southeastern York Rite Conference and stated that everyone should go, especially if you’ve never been. He invited everyone to Alabama.

REMARKS OF RP DOUG SOLTOW SOUTHEAST REGIONAL DEPUTY GRAND MASTER

RP Companion Doug Soltow stated that it was good to be in South Carolina. He brought greetings from MP General Grand Master Joe Vale. He was unable to attend due to other commitments in Louisiana. He spoke about CMMRF in South Carolina and thanked everyone for the funds given for this endeavor. He mentioned that he has had two cardiovascular operations, and with all the research done through CMMRF it has changed the surgical procedures for the better. He also spoke of all the amazing research being done with stem cells. RP Companion Soltow stated that coins are still available, and the funds help CMMRF. He made an announcement that the SE York Rite Conclave will be held in Chattanooga, TN on June 10 and 11. Terry Plemmons is the chairman. Doug thanked South Carolina for their hospitality and his wife for her support as this will be his last meeting in SC to serve in this capacity. 95 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 95

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON BY-LAWS

To: The Most Illustrious Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of South Carolina:

The Committee on By-Laws makes the following report. That several typographical errors did exist in the current printed Constitution of 1999. Those changes were addressed in addition to the changes proposed and ratified in 2010. This committee makes no proposals at this time.

Fraternally submitted,

Gary B. Hinson, (23) Chairman Douglas G. Lee (42) J. Gordon Cartrette (38) William R. Logan (21) Robert D. Yonce (23) Adopted…

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON JURISPRUDENCE

To: The Most Illustrious Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of South Carolina:

We are aware of the activities of the Most Illustrious Grand Master during his term of office and commend him on the manner in which he has performed his duties. His travel on behalf of the Grand Council has been extensive and reflects his interest in the Craft. We are grieved by the passing of 156 of our companions through the Ninth Arch and sympathize with their family and friends. We approve of the Illustrious Grand Master’s action in approving the By-Law changes for the following Councils:

Absalom Cody Council #8 Aiken Council #21 Potter Council #42 We approve the merger of Marlboro Council #29 in Bennettsville & Hiram Council #38 in Marion. We approve the dual membership for the following Companions:

Ed Suggs ...... Kingston Council #36 and Hiram Council # 38 Dennis Case ...... Maxwell Council #21 and Adoniram Council #2 George Latta ...... Maxwell Council #21 and Adoniram Council #2

We also approve the appointments of the following Companions to represent this Grand Council in other Grand Jurisdictions:

Bryan Burrows ...... Nebraska Clayton A. Wolfe Jr ...... Louisiana

We approve the Illustrious Grand Masters choice of the following Awards : Cryptic Mason of the year Award ...... James Conner Adult Leadership Award ...... Garland Ray Harman

Ish Sodi Awards: Grand Elected Officer ...... Joe Parnell Grand Appointed Officer ...... James Duckett Hidden Work ...... Walter H. Johnson Out of State ...... Dennis R. Block

All dispensations were of a routine nature and issued in accordance with standard procedures and are on file in the office of the Grand Recorder. We have reviewed the Illustrious Grand Masters recommendations and found them all within the bounds of Cryptic Law.

Respectfully submitted,

J. Gordon Cartrette (38), Chairman G. Ray Marsh (4) Richard Wesner (52) Douglas Lee (42) William Logan (21) R. Henry Brown (25) Adopted…

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GrandCouncil, Royal and SelectMasters of SouthCarolina

Seated (L - R) Ted Burgess, Doug Knauer, Buck Jolley, Joe Parnell, Dean Tollison, Rev. Ed Suggs, Johnnie Morris 9

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2 Row (L - R) Roger Gregory, Justin Parnell, Gary Sowell, Rick Endler, Fred Thompson, Grenfell Leonard rd 3 Row (L - R) Jerry O. Glenn, Frank Strickland

97 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 97

ELECTION AND INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS

ELECTED Joe Parnell (4) ...... M. I. Grand Master G. Buck Jolley (42) ...... R. I. Deputy Grand Master Doug Knauer (19) ...... R. I. Grand Principal Conductor of Work Dean Tollison (27) ...... R. I. Grand Captain of the Guard H. Ted Burgess (4) ...... R. I. Grand Treasurer Johnnie T. Morris (5) ...... M. I. Grand Recorder Edward C. Suggs (38) ...... R. I. Grand Chaplain

APPOINTED Gary C. Sowell (33) ...... I. Grand Conductor of the Council Justin C. Parnell (4) ...... I. Grand Marshal Roger W. Gregory (27) ...... I. Grand Steward Jerry O. Glenn (10) ...... I. Grand Sentinel

R. I. DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND MASTERS Robert E. Eberly, Jr. (28) ...... First District Rick Endler (23) ...... Second District J. W. “Benny” Hammond, Jr. (10) ...... Third District Fred D. Thompson (19) ...... Fourth District Grenfell M. Leonard (25) ...... Fifth District Frank Strickland (38) ...... Sixth District INSTALLATION MI Companion G. Ray Marsh, PGM, installed the newly elected and appointed officers with MI. Companion Gordon Cartrette, as Grand Marshal. Rev. Hugh Bickley was the Installing Grand Chaplain.

PRESENTATION OF APRON AND CASE The Most Illustrious Grand Master’s Apron and Case were presented to M.I. Companion Joe Parnell by M.I. O. Walter Sealy the retiring M.I. Grand Master.

REMARKS OF THE M.I. GRAND MASTER, ELECT Most Illustrious Grand Master Joe Parnell thanked everyone for allowing him to serve in this capacity. He stated that he would do his best and looked forward to working with Robert J. Bean, Jr. and Jack Holmes during the coming year. He thanked Anderson York Rite Bodies for the monetary gift and also thanked Companion G. Ray Marsh. He gave a heartfelt thank you to his wife and son for their love and support. For his goals this year, he stated that he would like to see the 2½ % increase, reduce NPDs by at least half, and support CMMRF. 98 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 98

R. I. DISTRICT DEPUTY ILLUSTRIOUS GRAND MASTERS FIRST DISTRICT Robert E. Eberly, Jr. (28) Katherine ...... 71 Port Tack, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928-5237 Enoch #1- Charleston Petros #11 – Orangeburg Allendale #28 - Hampton SECOND DISTRICT Rick Endler (23) Linda ...... 4023 Pheasantrun Dr., Aiken, SC 29803-6855 Union #5- Columbia DeSaussure #16 – Abbeville Oriental #17 – Newberry Maxwell #21 – Greenwood Aiken #23 – Aiken THIRD DISTRICT J. W. Benny Hammond, Jr. (10) Gladys ...... 103 Aiken Circle, Greenville, SC 29617-2208 Adoniram #2 – Laurens Wynne #4 - Anderson Alpha #10 – Greenville Living Arch #32 - Clemson Pickens #34 – Easley FOURTH DISTRICT Fred D. Thompson (19) Mickey ...... 3451 Glenn Springs Rd., Spartanburg, SC 29302-6222 Absolom Cody #8 – York Blake #19 – Spartanburg Jacob T. Barron #22 – Chester Pinckney #27 – Union Potter #42 – Gaffney FIFTH DISTRICT Grenfell M. Leonard (25) Esther ...... 2007 Red Maple Rd., Kershaw, SC 29067-9459 Excelsior #9 – Chesterfield Seymour #15 – Sumter Lafayette #25 – Camden Witherspoon #33 – Lancaster SIXTH DISTRICT Frank Strickland (38) ...... PO Box 1669, Marion, SC 29571-1669 Cephas #13 – Florence Kingston #36 – Conway Winyah #24 – Georgetown Hiram #38 – Marion Myrtle Beach #52 – Myrtle Beach

NAMES & ADDRESSES OF LIVING M. I. PAST GRAND MASTERS 1980-81 William R. Logan (21) Shirley ...... 114 Hulsey Dr., Greenwood SC 29646 1980 * John H. Scogin (19) ...... 1802 Vicksburg, Sachse TX 75048 1985-86 Wilson C. Hardee (24) Dell ...... P. O. Box 65, Johnsonville SC 29555 1986-87 J. Gordon Cartrette (38) ...... 1150 Outlook Rd., Galivants Ferry SC 29544 1987-88 J. Frank Gilliland (32) ...... 411 S. Elm St., Pendleton SC 29670 1988-89 Robert D. Yonce (23) ...... P. O. Box 338, Ridge Spring SC 29129 1991-92 T. Henry Waldrep (32) Brenda ...... 106 Waldrep Dr., Westminster SC 29693 1991 * G. Ray Marsh (4) Mary Ann ...... P. O. Box 2185, Lexington SC 29071 1991 * J. C. Hubbard, Jr.,(32) Margaret ... 150 Downs Blvd., #A214,Clemson SC 29631 1992-93 Joseph L. McGee (5) Mary ...... 1616 Upland Dr., Columbia SC 29204 1993-94 Johnnie L. Bolt (2) Elizabeth ...... 105 Sunshine Ln., Laurens SC 29360 1994-95 Earl P. Hudgens, Jr. (10) Nancy ...... 545 N. Martin Rd., Easley SC 29640 1995-96 Laland D. Lowie (4) Frances ...... 204 Frampton St., Anderson SC 29624 1995 * Ford M. Thornton, Jr. (23) Betty ...... 138 Joyce Branch Rd., Aiken SC 29805 1996-97 Douglas G. Lee (42) Sherri ...... 221 Nancy Ln., Gaffney SC 29341 1997-98 Phillip G. Russell (1) Sybil ...... 4746 Langridge Dr., Charleston SC 29405 1998-99 Charles E. Mackey (25) Skeeter ...... 209 E. Richland St. Kershaw SC 29067 1999-00 Larry Dempsey, Sr. (11) Sandra ...... P. O. Box 1032, Bamberg SC 29003 2000-01 W. Penn Colvin (22) Ann ...... P. O. Box 211, Chester SC 29706 2001-02 Hal Gregory (33) Priscilla ...... P.O. Box 246, Fort Lawn SC 29714 2002-03 Gary B. Hinson (23)...... 4 Bolin Ct., N. Augusta SC 29841 2003 * R. Henry Brown (25) Nettie Leese ...... 825 Veterans Rd., Columbia SC 29209 2003-04 Bobby J. Sprouse (19) ...... PO Box 409, Roebuck SC 29376 2005 * Johnnie T. Morris (5) Judy ...... PO Box 7463, Columbia SC 29202 2005-06 Robert W. Kendrick (10) Lynn ...... PO Box 102, Fountain SC 29644 2006 * G. Kent Elkins (10) Linda ...... 307 Wembley Dr., Greenville SC 29607 2006-07 Roy Alsbrooks (15) ...... 21 Loring Mill Rd, Sumter SC 29150 2007-08 John T. Dickson (8) Nancy ...... 390 Adkins Rd., York, SC 29745 2008-09 George R. Peters (19) Kimberly ...... 154 Meagan Dr., Moore, SC 29369 2009-10 Ronald T. Elvis, Sr. (36) ...... 4404 Hwy 701 S, Conway, SC 29527 2010-11 O. Walter Sealy (8) Barbara...... 3250 Pinetuck Lane, Rock Hill, SC 29730

* HONORARY – PAST ILLUSTRIOUS GRAND MASTER 99 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 99

2011 – 2012 COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS

The Most Illustrious Grand Master announced the following appointments for 2011-2012:  APPEALS AND GRIEVANCES: Robert D. Yonce (23), Chairman Don S. Blair (19) Lloyd F. Christopher (1)  AUDITING: Douglas G. Lee (42) Chairman Lee Roy Bruce, Sr. (23) G. Kent Elkins (10) R. Henry Brown (25)  BROKEN TRIANGLE: Edward C. Suggs (36), Chairman Hugh J. Bickley (5), Emeritus H. Haywood Fowler (36, 52) Robert J. Blackwell (5) Johnnie T. Morris (5) BY-LAWS: Gary B. Hinson (23), Chairman Douglas G. Lee (42) J. Gordon Cartrette (38) Robert D. Yonce (23) William R. Logan (21)  CREDENTIALS AND RETURNS: Douglas G. Lee (42), Chairman Johnnie T. Morris (5) Hal Gregory (33) Albert J. Wyatt (8) H. Ted Burgess (4) Robert J. Bean, Sr. (13) R. Henry Brown (25) CRYPTIC MASONS MEDICAL RESEARCH FOUNDATION: Hal Gregory (33), Chairman G. Buck Jolley (42), DGM Doug Knauer (19), GPCW Dean Tollison (27), GCG Douglas G. Lee (42) Roy Alsbrooks (15) DISPENSATIONS AND WARRANTS: Ronald Elvis (38, 36), Chairman W. Penn Colvin (22) Larry Dempsey, Sr. (11) DISTRIBUTION OF WORK: Robert D. Yonce (23), Chairman Gary B. Hinson (23) W. Penn Colvin (22) EDUCATION: Lloyd F. Christopher (1), Chairman, G. Buck Jolley (4), DGM Doug Knauer (19), GPCW Dean Tollison (27), GCG Robert Eberly (28) {#1} Rick Endler (23) {# 2} Benny Hammond (10) {#3} Fred Thompson (19) {#4} Grenfell Leonard (25) {#5} Frank Strickland (38) {#6}  FINANCE: Earl P. Hudgens, Jr. (10), Chairman Michael E. Copeland (4) Jerry M. Owens (10) FRATERNAL RELATIONS: Gary B. Hinson (23), Chairman Robert Kendrick (10) Charles E. Mackey (25) HONORARY PAST M. I. GRAND MASTERS: Bobby J. Sprouse (19), Chairman Johnnie L. Bolt (2) Joseph L. McGee (5)  JURISPRUDENCE: J. Gordon Cartrette (38), Chairman G. Ray Marsh (4) Richard A. Wesner (52, 1) Douglas Lee (42) William Logan (21) R. Henry Brown (25)  LIFE MEMBERSHIP FUND: A. Glenn Greene III (38), Chairman; G. Kent Elkins (10) Phillip Russell (1) Johnnie T. Morris (5) Floyd W. Goff (25) J. Gordon Cartrette (38) H. Ted Burgess (4) Albert J. Wyatt (8) William R. Logan (21)  MASONIC YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS: Robert J. Bean, Sr. (13, 36), Chairman Bobby J. Sprouse (19) G. Kent Elkins (10), MEMBERSHIP: John Temp Dickson (8), Chairman G. Buck Jolley (42), DGM Doug Knauer (19), GPCW Dean Tollison (27), GCG Robert Eberly (28) {#1} Rick Endler (23) {# 2} Benny Hammond (10) {#3} Fred Thompson (19) {#4} Grenfell Leonard (25) {#5} Frank Strickland (38) {#6}  PATRIOTISM AND CIVIC ACTIVITIES: Michael E. Copeland (4), Chairman O. Walt Sealy (8) N. Haskell Brabham (5)  RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION: Dana P. Rickards (11), Chairman W. Penn Colvin (22) N. Haskell Brabham (5)  TIME AND PLACE: Robert Kendrick (10), Chairman Carl Truesdale (25) Richard W. Sealy (8) UNFINISHED BUSINESS: J. Gordon Cartrette (38), Chairman J. Frank Gilliland (32) O. Walt Sealy (8)  - 1 Report for All 3 Bodies given in Joint Session  - Basically same Committee, Different reports in each Body 100 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 100

REMARKS OF M.W. BARRY A. RICKMAN GRAND MASTER OF MASONS IN SOUTH CAROLINA

Grand Master Barry Rickman stated that this was a good Council session, and it was a pleasure to be with all of the brethren. He congratulated the present and the upcoming officers for the year 2011-2012.

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON UNFINISHED BUSINESS

To: The Most Illustrious Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of South Carolina:

Your Committee on Unfinished Business reports that all matters properly coming before this Annual Assembly have received due consideration.

Fraternally submitted,

J. Gordon Cartrette (38), Chairman Jay Adam Pearson (19) Adopted.

ADJOURNMENT

The Grand Council closed at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, March 14, 2011, with prayer by Rev. Rodney Powell until the next Annual Assembly to be held in the City of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, Tuesday, March 13, 2012.

Joe Parnell (4) M. I. Grand Master

ATTEST:

Johnnie T. Morris M. I. Grand Recorder

101 SUBORDINATE COUNCILS, THEIR LOCATIONS, ETC. NO. NAME LOCATION TIME OF MEETING I. MASTER RECORDER ADDRESS 1 Enoch Charleston Third Tuesday 7:30 Edward J Parent Lloyd F Christopher 2931 Foxhall Rd Charleston SC 29414 CAROLINA SOUTH OF MASTERS SELECT ROYAL AND COUNCIL, GRAND 2 Adoniram Laurens Second Monday 7:30 Gerry Lee Morgan Charlie A Chapman Jr 688 W Ridgeway Rd Honea Path SC 29654 4 Wynne Anderson Fourth Tuesday 7:30 Justin C Parnell H Ted Burgess 114 Susie Road Belton SC 29627 5 Union Columbia Second Wednesd 8:00 Garland R Harman John A Bearden PO Box 7724 Columbia SC 29202 8 Absolom Cody York Third Monday 7:30 Robert W Adkins Jon G Lindsey 4483 Summerlin Pl Rock Hill SC 29732 9 Excelsior Cheraw Fourth Tuesday 7:30 Jonathan E Kropel William L Wicker 100 State Road Cheraw SC 29520 10 Alpha Greenville Second Monday 7:30 James R Humphreys Jr Earl P Hudgens Jr 545 N Martin Rd Easley SC 29640 11 Petros Orangeburg Second Tuesday 8:00 Charles Stoudemire Dana P Rickards 5411 Bamberg Rd Cope SC 29038 13 Cephas Florence Second Monday 7:30 Thomas Knotts Robert J Bean Sr PO Box 5059 Florence SC 29502 15 Seymour Sumter Second Tuesday 8:00 John E Gardenhire Lawrence Craig Cagle 850 Gray Fox Trail Sumter SC 29154 16 DeSaussure Abbeville Fourth Monday 7:30 Norman Slye William McCurry 601 N Main Abbeville SC 29620 17 Oriental Newberry Second Monday 7:30 James W Johnston Ralph F Bryan 2221 Wilson Rd Newberry SC 29108 19 Blake Spartanburg Second Monday 7:30 David F Ervin Jr George R Peters 154 Megan Dr Moore SC 29369 21 Maxwell Greenwood Second Monday 7:30 Thomas Hipp Phillip R Dorn 103 Center Rd Greenwood SC 29646 22 Jacob T. Barron Chester Third Thursday 7:30 James H Sanders W Penn Colvin PO Box 211 Chester SC 29706 23 Aiken Aiken First Tuesday 8:00 Jon S Majerus Gary B Hinson 4 Bolin Ct N Augusta SC 29841 24 Winyah Georgetown Fourth Tuesday 8:00 John J Pope David Evans PO Box 323 Johnsonville SC 29555 25 Lafayette Camden Third Tuesday 7:30 Joseph G Girard Carl R Truesdale 2125 Airline Dr Camden SC 29020 27 Pinckney Union Second Monday 7:30 Jerry Willard Dean Tollison 1957 Jonesville Hwy Union SC 29379 28 Allendale Hampton Third Thursday 7:30 Robert Eberly Ronald G Winn 605 Shaw Dr Hampton SC 29924 32 Living Arch Clemson Second Tuesday 7:30 James W Lyle J Frank Gilliland 411 S Elm St Pendleton SC 29670 33 Witherspoon Lancaster Third Tuesday 7:30 Carroll T Jenkins J Frank Phillips 3829 Mining Rd Kershaw SC 29067 34 Pickens Easley First Tuesday 7:30 George T Livingston Clarence Elton Turner 147 Summit Dr Easley SC 29640

36 Kingston Conway Fourth Monday 7:30 Dickran Mgrdechain Kenneth R Brackens 2742 Cultra Rd Conway SC 29526 101 38 Hiram Marion Third Tuesday 7:30 Leroy F Humphries Jr Robert J Bean Jr 1807 Old River Rd Fork SC 29543 42 Potter Gaffney First Thursday 7:30 G Buck Jolley S Todd Humphries 537 Childers Rd Gaffney SC 29340 52 Myrtle Beach Myrtle Beach First Wednesday 7:30 Jon C Harris Norman L Neitzel 92 Dubose Loop Murrells Inlet SC 29576 102 102 GRAND REPRESENTATIVES

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Name Address COUNCIL Name Address OFSOUTH GRANDCOUNCIL,CAROLINA ROYAL MASTERS SELECT AND JacksonRobert H Jackson Jr Rock Hill SC 29730 295 Edenvale Rd Alabama John H Hicks Sr Florence AL 35630 201 Colonial Dr WickerWilliam L Wicker Cheraw SC 29520 100 State Rd Alaska Lewis A Garrett Kodiak AK 99165 Box 2233 FowlerAubrey L Fowler Anderson SC 29625 2109 Woodside Ave Arizona Clifford L Counter Yuma AZ 85364 2681 S 22nd St MoseleyWilliam A Moseley Spartanburg SC 29302 103 Quail Dr Arkansas Sumner Brashears Huntsville AR 72740 P O Drawer B BurtonMarvin O Burton Liberty SC 29657 701 Hampton Rd California Donald C Briggs Auburn CA 95602 4050 Jay Pl HumphriesJoe Lee Humphries Gaffney SC 29341 414 Stonecrest Ln Eastern Canada John R Leadbetter Moncton NB Canada 517-960 St George Blvd E1E 3Y3 RhodesLarry S Rhodes Westminster SC 29693 215 Robert Grant Dr Ontario Canada Douglas A Dale Kingston ON Canada 325 Willingdon Ave K7L 4J3 GillilandJ Frank Gilliland Pendleton SC 29670 411 S Elm St Western Canada Harold R Horn Saskatoon SK 2121 Ewart Ave S5J 1X8 CartretteJ Gordon Cartrette Aynor SC 29511 P O Box 398 Colorado Michael L McMilland Pueblo CO 81005 56 Amherst McGeeJoseph L McGee Columbia SC 29204 1616 Upland Drive Connecticut Charles A McCollum Stratford CT 06614 1355 Huntington Rd TollisonDean Tollison Union SC 29379 1957 Jonesville Hwy Delaware John N Phillos Georgetown DE 19947 209 S Bedford St PearsonJohn H Pearson N Charleston SC 29420 2839 Nantuckett Ave Dist Of Cola Paul D Gleason Upper Marlboro MD 20772 10400 Grand Haven Ave BrownJustin C Parnell Belton SC 29627 116 Redwood Dr England & Wales Noel S Moores Esher Surrey England Knoll House Claremont AveKT10 9JE MarshG Ray Marsh Lexington SC 29071 P O Box 2185 Florida Francis L Dancy Ft Pierce FL 34954 P O Box 457 MackeyCharles E Mackey Kershaw SC 29067 209 E Richland St France PetersGeorge Peters Moore SC 29369 154 Meagan Dr Georgia Rodney A Couch Athens GA 30606 200 Dove Valley Dr ChristopherLloyd F Christopher Charleston SC 29414 2931 Foxhall Rd Germany Christian P Thomas Wiesbaden Germany 2a Goerdelerstrasse D-65197 ElkinsG Kent Elkins Greenville SC 29607 307 Wembley Dr Idaho Frank W Allen Pocatello ID 83201 P O Box 99 BeanRobert J Bean Sr Florence SC 29502 PO Box 5059 Illinois J Garrie Burr Mahomet IL 61853 104 S East St MorrisJohnnie T Morris Columbia SC 29202 PO Box 7724 Indiana Charles V Horton Munster IN 46321 8736 Monroe Ave LoganWilliam R Logan Greenwood SC 29646 114 Hulsey Dr Iowa John Harris Watts Grand Junction IA 50107 P O Box 107 TennysonD Samuel Tennyson Florence SC 29505 999 Took Place Kansas Barry G Albin Kansas City KS 66101 812 N 5th BlairDon S Blair Boiling Springs SC 29316 338 Indian Summer Ln Kentucky Clint Durham Scottsville KY 42164 1028 Lambert Rd. CableMark Ben Cable Rock Hill SC 29730 1185 Crows Nest Louisiana Clayton A Wolfe Jr Marrero LA 70072 835 Ave A LacerRobert Lacer Clarks Hill SC 29821 189 Deersprings Rd Maine David E Wigley Scarborough ME 04074 15 Old Blue Point Rd CarverGerald L Carver Waterloo SC 29384 905 Ridgewood Harbor Rd Maryland Robert H McWilliams Cambridge MD 21613 2 Jenkins Creek Rd 102 CagleL Craig Cagle Sumter SC 29154 850 Gray Fox Tr Massachusetts John C Sutterley Whitman MA 02382 25 Winslow Cir WilliamsAndrew J Williams Jr Great Falls SC 29055 6226 Richburg Rd Michigan Brian K Himes Eastpointe MI 48021 24584 Laetham Ave HudgensEarl P Hudgens Jr Easley SC 29640 545 N Martin Rd Minnesota Barnes A Sharitt Jr So St Paul MN 55075 434 12th Ave S 103 103 GRAND REPRESENTATIVES

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GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OFSOUTH GRANDCOUNCIL,CAROLINA ROYAL MASTERS SELECT AND Name Address COUNCIL Name Address BurtonJ Sam Burton Liberty SC 29657 701 Hampton Rd Mississippi A J Tullos Columbus MS 39702 58 Old Yorkville Rd Apt C3 WilliamsB. Keith Williams Griffin GA 30224 305 Wynterhall Dr Missouri Roy N Thomas Belton MO 64012 301 E 187th St SnipesMichael E Copeland Williamston SC 29697 18 River Dr Ext Montana Loren E Sigman Dillon MT 59725 P O Box 587 YonceRobert D Yonce Ridge Spring SC 29129 P O Box 338 Nebraska Bryan Burrows Hay Springs NE 69347 4876 400th Rd BurdetteMarcus L Burdette Iva SC 29655 910 Old Bell Rd Nevada John Feustal Las Vegas NV 89117 9513 Sunken Reef Circle GranthamChristopher Grantham Fountain Inn SC 29644 1001 Autumn Leaf Ln New Hampshire Bernard R Watkins Troy NH 03465 417 W Hill Rd BoltJohnnie L Bolt Laurens SC 29360 105 Sunshine Ln New Jersey Herman A Schmidt Union NJ 07083 1480 Gregory Ave OwensJerry M Owens Greenville SC 29611 104 Riley Rd New Mexico Carl B Berghofer Jr Santa Fe NM 87501 Rt 6 Box 507 #20 RussellPhillip G Russell Charleston SC 29405 4746 Langridge Dr New York Leon B Weinstein Bronx NY 10475 620-5 Baychester Ave KendrickRobert W Kendrick Fountain Inn SC 29644 PO Box 102 North Carolina Douglas S Moore Monroe NC 28112 420 Chambwood Dr GregoryHal Gregory Ft Lawn SC 29714 P O Box 246 North Dakota Troy D Eck Clarksville TN 37043 1026 Haggard Dr TruesdaleCarl R Truesdale Camden SC 29020 2125 Airline Drive Ohio Thomas F Logan Jr Walbridge OH 43465 5885 Ayers Rd HinsonGary B Hinson N Augusta SC 29841 4 Bolin Ct Oklahoma Rodney Clark Guthrie OK 73044 901 Birdcreek Ln RickardsDana P Rickards Cope SC 29038 5411 Bamberg Rd Oregon John H Smith North Bend OR 97459 2076 17th St ElvisRonald Elvis Sr Conway SC 29527 4404 Hwy 701 S Pennsylvania Duane C Robb Johnstown PA 15904 126 Berkey Dr DempseyLarry Dempsey Sr Bamberg SC 29003 PO Box 1032 Philippines Fernando V Pascua Jr Quezon CityPhilippine Isle 5 Miami St Cubao DavisJohn T Davis Sumter SC 29154 2425 Peach Orchard Rd Portugal SprouseBobby J Sprouse Roebuck SC 29376 P O Box 409 Rhode Island Richard A Fisher Sr Charlestown RI 02813 P O Box 817 ShaverTerry C Shaver Newberry SC 29108 2815 Belfast Rd South Dakota Larry Hofmeister Pierre SD 57501 209 N Fir MeaceEric A Meace Myrtle Beach SC 29577 1553 Brookgreen Dr Scotland Lawrence Read Perth Scotland 100 Hay Street PH1 5HP PearsonJay A Pearson Lyman SC 29365 4 Crescent St Tennessee James E Conner Maryville TN 37804 2309 Sevierville Rd GrantSam L Grant Jr Rock Hill SC 29732 1330 India Hook Rd Apt 224 Texas Thomas C Snedecor Houston TX 77058 18210 Nassau Bay Dr LeeDouglas G Lee Gaffney SC 29341 221 Nancy Ln Utah David H Nelson Sandy UT 84092 3277 E English Way SchofieldC Todd Schofield Lexington SC 29073 1146 Nazareth Rd Vermont James E Selleck Salisbury VT 05769 11 Moosalamoo Club Rd ClarkT B Clark Jr W Columbia SC 29169 4202 Exum Dr Virginia (RAM) Harry C Young Danville VA 24541 241 Lady Astor Pl Apt 3

BrabhamN Haskell Brabham Lexington SC 29073 1011 Laurel St Washington Charles P Towne Tacoma WA 98408 1674 S 46th St 103 HaynesL Aubrey Haynes Sr Winnsboro SC 29180 225 Kingswood Dr W Va (RAM) David M Smith Kearneysville WV 25430 Rt 1 Box 159 BizakisTony Bizakis Rock Hill SC 29730 311 Stephanie Ln Wisconsin William L Kastman Kenosha WI 53142 4410 Wilson Rd WaldrepJoe Parnell Williamston SC 29697 109 Edgewood Dr Wyoming Martin Cosat Cody WY 82414 2702 Big Horn Ave 104 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL and SELECT MASTERS of SOUTH CAROLINA 104 GRAND RECORDERS Grand Council Grand Recorder Address Gen Gr Council David A Grindle Meridian ID 83680 PO Box 332 Alabama Hiram O Williams Jr Birmingham AL 35210 PO Box 100333 Alaska David A Hunt Eagle River AK 99577 18606 Little Cape Circle Arizona David G Stankow Phoenix AZ 85003 345 W Monroe St Arkansas Royce H Taylor Pine Bluff AR 71613 PO Box 1207 California Kenneth G Hope Long Beach CA 90813 801 Elm Ave Canada: Eastern John R Dollimount Bridgewater NS 129 Sherbrook Ave B4V 4U4 Ontario Charles Meldrum Stirling ON 26 Tanner Dr K0K 3E0 Western Donald B Russell Calgary AB 3103 34th Ave SW T3E 0Z1 Colorado James E Erickson Denver CO 80202 1614 Welton St #503 Connecticut Charles B Fowler Jr Windsor CT 06095 35 Elaine Mary Dr Delaware Franklin R Townsend Wilimington DE 19808 905 Bradley Dr Dist Of Columbia Howard F Coleman King George VA 22485 10364 Cedar Hill Ln England & Wales T J Lewis London England, Mark Mason's Hall, 86 St James' St SW1A 1PL Florida Steve Q Steele Lake Placid FL 33862 PO Box 2740 France Jean-Claude Guichard 63000 Clermont-Ferrand France 31 Rue Blaise Pascal Georgia Andre Lovas Macon GA 31201 811 Mulberry St Germany Christian P Thomas Wiesbaden Germany 2a Goerdelerstrasse D-65197 Hawaii Cletis M Ching Kaneohe HI 96744 45-628 Apuakea Pl Idaho David A Grindle Meridian ID 83646 2642 N Sweetwood Ave Illinois Dick J Carroll Pekin IL 61554 2207 Sunset Dr Indiana Austin C Gray Jr Martinsville IN 46151 840 E Morgan St Iowa Robert J Seiler Camanche IA 52730 812 14th Pl Kansas Wayne H Rollf Topeka KS 66601 PO Box 1217 Kentucky William G Hinton Shelbyville KY 40065 615 Frankford Rd Louisiana Timothy J Riley Ringgold LA 71068 171 Beckham's Camp Rd Maine Robert D Chaput Hampden ME 04444 29 Hillside Dr Maryland Vernon H. Huebschman Pasadena MD 21122 8100 Foxberry Lane Apt 1402 Massachusetts John B McCulloch Jr Weymouth MA 02190 20 Old Forge Rd Michigan Anthony M. Chamberlin Marysville MI 48040 76 Michigan Ave Minnesota Stanley Morrill Fergus Falls MN 56538 PO Box 401 Mississippi Micky P McMahan Meridian MS 39302 PO Box 1030 Missouri Frederick A Troxel Jr Blue Springs MO 64029 2102 NE Colonnade Ave Montana Dean Lindahl Conrad MT 59425 PO Box 824 Nebraska Bruce T Anderson Lincoln NE 68502 2010 S 26th St Nevada Russell M Wilde Carson City NV 89701 2321 Meadowbrook Ln New Hampshire Arnold M Ashley Dover NH 03821 PO Box 246 New Jersey Stephen Lutz Rahway NJ 07065 1228 Kline Pl New Mexico Paul A Brehm Albuquerque NM 87193 PO Box 66059 New York Joseph P Pozefsky Albany NY 12205 Sixteen Fern Ave North Carolina Robert A Schafer Raleigh NC 27619 PO Box 17212 North Dakota Merle L Huhner Fargo ND 58106 PO Box 9544 Ohio Bobby G Campbell Bellbrook OH 45305 1787 N Belleview Dr Oklahoma Gary A Davis Drumright OK 74030 PO Box 1223 Oregon Dalvin L Hollaway Canyonville OR 97417 PO Box 767 Pennsylvania Freeman Z Frey III Harrisburg PA 17111 PO Box 4221 Philippine Islands Isaac F Arribas Jr Ermita Manila, Philippine Islands 1440 San Marcelino St Portugal Antonio Gameiro Lebre 1700-248 Lisbon Portugal Rua Joao Saraiva 13-3 Rhode Island Kenneth M Long Pawtucket RI 02860 300 Broadway #403 Scotland Grahame J Smith Edinburgh Scotland 23 St John St EH8 8DG South Carolina Johnnie T Morris Columbia SC 29202 PO Box 7463 South Dakota Harland F Peterson Sioux Falls SD 57103 2713 E Pioneer Tr #2 Tennessee Rick Hoover Nashville TN 37203 100 7th Ave N #3 Texas Orville L O'Neill Waco TX 76703 PO Box 296 Utah Owen C Orton W Valley UT 84120 4220 S 4900 West Vermont Donald C Brown Williamstown VT 05679 1232 Hebert Rd Washington Forrest A Ryan Monroe WA 98272 15006 180th Ave SE Wisconsin Milton F Gregory Dousman WI 53118 36275 Sunset Dr Wyoming Ronald A Van Ekeren Laramie WY 82072 10712 Hidalgo Dr 105 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 105

MINUTES THRICE ILLUSTRIOUS MASTER’S COUNCIL A Council of Thrice Illustrious Masters was duly opened with prayer at 11:40 a.m., Saturday, February 26, 2011, at the Masonic Temple, 1518 Hampton Street, Columbia, South Carolina, with 62 members and candidates signing the registers including the following officers: Lawrence Schoff {2} ...... T. I. Master Jerry O. Glenn {3} ...... T. I. Senior Warden Robert J. Bean Sr. {6} ...... T. I. Junior Warden Dana P. Rickards {1} ...... T. I. Steward Johnnie T. Morris, PTIM ...... T. I. Treasurer-Recorder Dean Tollison {4} ...... T. I. Sentinel * Pro Tem T. I. Treasurer-Recorder read petitions for the following: John Wallace Busbin Garland Ray Harman Dickran Mgrdechian Patrick Carroll Coxe John Thomas Hipp ♦ Edward J. Parent (11) Myron Emory Creel James Gerald Keller Norman Lewis Slye Jr ♦ Robert Edward Eberly (11) James Waylon Lyle Charles H. Stoudemire Michael William Ferguson Jon Steven Majerus ♦ Charles T. Ware II (10) ♦ (Absent-carry over) (10) Year Hold-over

A degree team consisting of the following Thrice Illustrious Members conferred the Order on the above named candidates who were present:

Ronald McGonigal ...... King David Gary B. Hinson ...... Junior Warden Ronald Elvis ...... Master Ronald Elvis ...... Steward Lawrence E. Schoff ... Senior Warden Jerry O. Glenn ...... Sentinel

TIM Schoff asked that all Past Thrice Illustrious Masters (4) to stand and be recognized. He then asked his officers to stand and then asked all Past Most Illustrious Grand Masters (6) to stand and be given a hearty welcome. TIM Schoff then recognized Most Ill O. Walt Sealy, M IGM and he made a few remarks. TIM Schoff then recognized MW Jack Marler, G. Treasurer, PGM, and he introduced the

other Grand Lodge Officers present: Doug Knauer and Mike Harman. Minutes of February 27, 2010 were approved - printed copies being in the hands of the members. Adopted… A motion was made and duly seconded to pay all bills found to be due and correct. (50.00 Square & Compass, $10.00 to scgyr web site; all monies left after all bills are paid are to be forwarded to CMMRF with the exception of the $10,000 CD.) Adopted…

The Report of the, PTIM Treasurer-Recorder was then read. Adopted… The Report of the Audit Committee was then read. Adopted…

The Nominating Committee, consisting of PTIM R. Henry Brown, PTIM Joseph L. McGee and PTIM Johnnie Morris then proposed the following Companions. All were elected to serve this Thrice Illustrious Master’s Council, for the ensuing year:

Jerry O. Glenn {3} ...... T. I. Master Robert J. Bean Sr. {6} ...... T. I. Senior Warden Dana P. Rickards {1} ...... T. I. Junior Warden Dean Tollison {4} ...... T. I. Steward Johnnie T. Morris, PTIM ...... T. I. Treasurer-Recorder L. Craig Cagle {5} ...... T. I. Sentinel The above named were elected by acclamation and installed by PTIM Hal Gregory assisted by PTIM J. Gordon Cartrette as Marshal.

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T.I.M. Glenn then appointed the following Companions to serve on the following Committees for the ensuing year: Audit Committee: PTIM J. Gordon Cartrette, Chairman; PTIM J. Frank Gilliland Nominating Committee: PTIM Joseph L. McGee, Chairman; PTIM Johnnie T. Morris Installing Committee: PTIM Hal Gregory, Chairman; PTIM J. Gordon Cartrette

TIM Jerry O. Glenn thanked the members of the Council for honoring him. The Thrice Illustrious Masters Council was then closed at 1:04 p.m. with prayer.

Lawrence E. Schoff T. I. Master, Presiding

Johnnie T. Morris, PTIM Jerry O. Glenn T.I. Treasurer-Recorder T. I. Master, Elected

REPORT OF THE TREASURER-RECORDER Thrice Illustrious Master's Council of South Carolina

I herewith submit my report for the period of January 1, 2010 to December 31, 2010: January 1, 2010 Balance: Cash on Hand ...... $ 53.42 1st Reliance (CD 1347) ...... 10,000.00 1st Reliance Interest (CD 1347) ...... 46.44 Total $ 10,099.86 RECEIPTS December 31, 2010 Received from 18 Candidates ...... $ 300.00 Jewels & Rituals ...... 66.00 1st Reliance Interest (CD #3303) ...... 111.16 Cashier Ck 1st Reliance interest ...... 204.04 Cashier Ck 1st Reliance...... 10,000.00 $ 10,681.20 Total ...... $ 20,781.06 DISBURSEMENTS December 31, 2010 Square & Compass Ck# 2493 ...... $ 50.00 Grand York Rite Printing & postage ...... 25.00 CMMRF Donation Ck# 2529 ...... 300.00 Grand York Rite web site ...... 10.00 Cashier ck CMMRF for interest ...... 204.04 ProEquities Ck # 2523 ...... 10,000.00 ProEquities Acct #5EQ-475076 change ...... 170.40 $ 10,759.44 Total to Account for ...... $ 10,021.62 December 31, 2010 Balance Cash on Hand ...... $ 34.42 ProEquities Acct #5EQ-475076 ...... 9,829.60 1st Reliance CD Interest CD# 020313303 ...... 157.60 Total ...... $ 10,021.62 Fraternally submitted,

Johnnie T. Morris, PTIM T.I. Treasurer-Recorder Adopted… 107 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 107

REPORT OF AUDIT COMMITTEE

Thrice Illustrious Master's Council of South Carolina To: Thrice Illustrious Master’s Council of South Carolina: We herewith submit our report. We have examined the books of the T.I. Treasurer-Recorder of the T. I. M. Council of South Carolina and find them to be neatly and correctly kept and all funds accounted for. The balance of the Treasurer-Recorder, as of December 31, 2010 is as follows: ProEquities Acct# 5EQ-475076 ...... $ 9,829.60 First Reliance interest CD# 3303 ...... 157.60 Cash on Hand ...... 34.42 Total ...... $10,021.62 Fraternally submitted,

J. Frank Gilliland, Chairman

J. Gordon Cartrette R. Henry Brown Adopted…

PAST THRICE ILLUSTRIOUS MASTER’S OF THIS COUNCIL

* 1962-64 L. C. Ripley {1} * 1991 Alfred Allsbrook {5} * 1964 S. A. Bannister {3} 1992 J. C. Hubbard, Jr. {3} * 1965 George H. Rodgers {1} 1993 Joseph L. McGee {2} * 1966 Thomas A. Bolt {3} * 1994 Thomas F. Watkins {3} * 1967 John H. Wynn {1} * 1995 Robert C. Hopple {2} * 1968 Robert C. Thomas {1} 1996 J. Gordon Cartrette {6} * 1969 J. L. Kemp {2} 1997 Lloyd F. Christopher {1} * 1970 George W. Romanstine {2} 1998 T. Henry Waldrep {3} 1971 W. Jay Horne {2} 1999 Richard L. Harding {4} * 1972 Hugh N. Layne {4} * 2000 Everette T. Deitz {2} * 1973 William S. Tyler {1} 2001 Johnnie T. Morris {2} * 1974 Vernon A. Amick {2} 2002 Ford M. Thornton, Jr. {2} * 1975 Claude D. Robertson {4} 2003 Phillip G. Russell {1} * 1976 W. N. Bradford {5} 2004 William R. Logan {2} * 1977 Robert F. Secrest {2} 2005 J. Frank Gilliland {3} * 1978 John B. Maxey {2} 2006 Eric A. Meace {6} * 1979 Willard F. Bond, Jr. {2} 2007 James J. Holmes {4} * 1980 J. B. McGuirt {5} 2008 Douglas G. Lee {4} * 1981 T. Scott Godfrey {4} 2009H Robert V. Pinkston {1} H * 1982 Richard C. Curry {2} 2009 Hal Gregory {5} * 1983 Andrew C. Gramling {1} 2010 Lawrence Schoff {2} * 1984 Carlen Hardy {2} * 1985 J. D. Penley, Jr. {4) 1986 Sam L. Grant, Jr. {4} * 1987 Mendel C. Jeanes {2} 1988 R. Henry Brown {5} * 1989 Marvin N. DeYoung {2} * 1990 William E. Fuller, Jr. {2} * Deceased H Honorary PTIM 108 GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 108

2011-2012 OFFICERS OF THE GRAND COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA

ELECTED

Joe Parnell (4) ...... M. I. Grand Master 109 Edgewood Dr., Williamston 29697, Phone (864) 847-4509 (Vicky) G. Buck Jolley (42) ...... R. I. Deputy Grand Master 532 Filter Plant Rd., Gaffney 29340, Phone (864) 489-5459 (Peggy) Doug Knauer (19) ...... R. I. Grand Principal Conductor of Work 130 Chatim Ridge Ct., Lyman 29365, Phone (864) 989-0548 (Lynn) Dean Tollison (27) ...... R. I. Grand Captain of the Guard 1957 Jonesville Hwy., Union 29379, Phone (864) 427-1023 (Laura)

H. Ted Burgess (4) ...... R. I. Grand Treasurer 114 Susie Rd., Belton 29627, Phone (864) 338-8816 (Mary)

Johnnie T. Morris (5) ...... M. I. Grand Recorder Post Office Box 7463, Columbia 29202, Phone (803) 799-9159 (Judy)

Edward C. Suggs (38) ...... R. I. Grand Chaplain 1115 Reta St.., Conway 29526, Phone (843) 381-0156 (Sandy)

APPOINTED

Gary C. Sowell (33) ...... I. Grand Conductor of the Council 3516 Kershaw Camden Hwy., Kershaw 29067 Phone (803) 427-0607

Justin C. Parnell (4) ...... I. Grand Marshal 116 Redwood Dr., Belton 29627, Phone (864) 392-1330

Roger W. Gregory (27) ...... I. Grand Steward 119 Royal Oak Dr., Union 29379, Phone (864) 427-1462 (Kathy)

Jerry O. Glenn (10) ...... I. Grand Sentinel 218 S. Wingate Rd., Greenville 29605, Phone (864) 277-2190 (Celia)

R. I. DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND MASTERS

Robert E. Eberly, Jr. (28) ...... First District 71 Port Tack, Hilton Head 29928, Phone (843) 785-5393 (Katherine)

Rick Endler (23) ...... Second District 4023 Pheasantrun Dr.., Aiken 29803, Phone (803) 649-7697 (Linda)

J. W. “Benny” Hammond (10) ...... Third District 103 Aiken Circle, Greenville 29617, Phone (864) 246-3735 (Gladys)

Fred D. Thompson (19) ...... Fourth District 3451 Glenn Springs Rd., Spartanburg 29302, Phone (864) 585-4490 (Mickey)

Grenfell M. Leonard (25) ...... Fifth District 2007 Red Maple Rd., Kershaw 29067, Phone (803) 475-3068 (Esther)

Frank Strickland (38) ...... Sixth District PO Box 1669, Marion 29571, Phone (843) 250-2606

OFFICERS OF GENERAL GRAND COUNCIL

Joe Vale ...... Most Puissant General Grand Master 3609 Southwood Dr., Gastonia, NC 28056, Phone: (704) 824-3444 (Genie)

Douglas L. Soltow ...... R. P. S.E. Regional Deputy General Grand Master PO Box 6, New Bern, NC 28563, Phone: (252) 224-1180 (Sharon)

David A. Grindle ...... Right Puissant General Grand Recorder PO Box 138, Boise, Idaho 83701, Phone: (208) 870-8397 109 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 109

PROCEEDINGS OF THE GRAND COMMANDERY KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA

ONE- HUNDRED FOURTH ANNUAL CONCLAVE

Greenville, South Carolina MARCH 13 & 14, 2011, A∴O∴ 893

OFFICIATING C. Todd Schofield, R∴ E∴ Grand Commander Johnnie T. Morris, R∴ E∴ Grand Recorder

ELECTED Jack Holmes, R∴ E∴ Grand Commander Johnnie T. Morris, R∴ E∴ Grand Recorder 110 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 110

2010-2011 OFFICERS OF GRAND COMMANDERY KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA

ELECTED

Sir Knight C. Todd Schofield (2)...... R. E. Grand Commander 1146 Nazareth Rd., Lexington 29073, Phone (803) 957-5383 (Julia) Sir Knight Jack Holmes (18) ...... V. E. Deputy Grand Commander 105 Redbud Lane, Gaffney 29340, Phone (864) 489-7022 (Freida) Sir Knight Douglas L. Amyx (5) E. Grand Generalissimo 806 Old Abbeville Road, Greenwood, 29649, Phone (864)229-2784 (Gwen) Sir Knight Zebulon V. Morgan, III (20) ...... E. Grand Captain General PO Box 774, White Rock 29177, Phone (803) 749-2315 (June) Sir Knight H. Ted Burgess (11) ...... R. E. Grand Treasurer 114 Susie Rd., Belton 29627, Phone (864) 338-8816 (Mary) Sir Knight Johnnie T. Morris (2) ...... R. E. Grand Recorder Post Office Box 7463, Columbia 29202, Phone (803) 799-9159 (Judy)

APPOINTED

Sir Knight Todd Rush (13) ...... E. Grand Senior Warden 305 Sweetgum St.., Laurens 29360, Phone (864) 983-2014 (Melissa)

Sir Knight Greg J. Chandler (11) ...... E. Grand Junior Warden 116 Meeks Dr., Belton 29627, Phone (864) 933-5588 (Tonya)

Sir Knight Robert L. Blackwell (2) ...... E. Grand Prelate 1729 Woodford Rd., Columbia 29209, Phone (803) 776-1788 (Beverley) Sir Knight Jim Johnston (6) ...... E. Grand Standard Bearer 928 Bear Point, Chapin 29036, Phone (803) 345-3400 (Lynne White)

Sir Knight Delbert Hayden (12) ...... E. Grand Sword Bearer 242 Brookside Ln.., Elgin 29045, Phone (803) 438-9424 (Linda)

Sir Knight Myron Creel (22) ...... E. Grand Warder 5104 Columbia St., Conway 29526, Phone (843) 347-0826 (Pat) Sir Knight Jerry O. Glenn (4) ...... E. Grand Sentinel 218 S. Wingate Rd., Greenville 29605, Phone (864) 277-2190 (Celia)

DISTRICT REPRESENTATIVES Sir Knight Robert E. Eberly, Jr. (23) ...... First District 71 Port Tack, Hilton Head Island 29928, Phone (843) 785-5393 (Katherine) Sir Knight John R. Marcucci (2) ...... Second District 404 White Birch Cir, Columbia 29223, Phone (803)736-5041 (Martha)

Sir Knight Gerald Burton (17) ...... Third District PO Box 254., LaFrance 29656, Phone (864) 617-5769 (Sue)

Sir Knight Barry L. Bruce (15) ...... Fourth District 2390 Will Rd., York 29745, Phone (803) 684-4117 (Becky) Sir Knight Edward Marshall (12) ...... Fifth District 2007 Yelton Dr., Camden 29020, Phone (803) 432-3328 (Julie) Sir Knight Kenneth Ray Brackens (25) ...... Sixth District 2742 Cultra Rd., Conway 29526, Phone (843) 365-5427 (Betty)

GRAND ENCAMPMENT OFFICERS Sir Knight William H. Koon, II ...... M. E. Grand Master 7200 Slabtown Rd, Columbus Grove, OH 45830-9484, Phone (419) 641-5572 Sir Knight Terry L. Plemons ...... R. E. Southeastern Department Commander PO Box 16454, Chattanooga, TN 37416, Phone (423) 802-3159 Sir Knight Lawrence E. Tucker ...... M. E. Grand Recorder 5909 W. Loop S., Suite 495, Bellaire, TX 77401-2402, Phone (713) 349-8700 111 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 111

CChhaarrlleess TToodddd SScchhooffiieelldd R. E. GRAND COMMANDER Presiiding March 14, 2011

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JJaacckk HHoollmmeess R. E. GRAND COMMANDER ELECTED March 14, 2011

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JAMES J. “JACK” HOLMES RIGHT EMINENT GRAND COMMANDER

Jack was born on September 25, 1947, the son of Brother S. N. and Juanita Allison Holmes both of Gaffney, SC. He was educated in the public school system of Cherokee County. Jack later took several courses at Spartanburg Tech in association with his career with Michelin Tire Mfg. Company. Jack is married to the former Freida E. Gaffney of Gaffney, SC. They have two children; one son, James Eric Holmes and one daughter, Ashley Holmes Rector both of Gaffney, SC. Jack and Freida have eight grandchildren and one great grandchild. They are members of Corinth Baptist Church in Gaffney, where Jack has served as Chairman of Deacons, Usher, Trustee and teacher of the adult men’s Sunday school class. Jack is retired from Michelin Tire Mfg. Company, Inc. of Spartanburg, SC where he has held the positions of Training Instructor and Quality Control Technician. Jack was raised a Master Mason in LaFayette Lodge #330 in October of 1969 and served as Worshipful Master in 1974. Jack was appointed as District Deputy Grand Master of the 22nd Masonic District in 2003-2005 and served the Grand Lodge as Masonic Education Committeeman for the 22, 23, and 24th Masonic Districts. He is a Perpetual Life member of Gaffney Lodge #186 and Perpetual Life Member in the Gaffney York Rite Bodies. Jack was exalted a Royal Arch Mason in Gaffney Chapter No. 55 in Gaffney, SC in 1973 serving as High Priest in 2002. He was anointed, consecrated and set apart in The Holy Order of High Priesthood in 2002 and served the Grand Chapter as Grand Principle Sojourner in 2005. Jack was greeted Select Master in Potter Council No. 42 in Gaffney, SC in 1973 and served as Illustrious Master in 2000. Jack has served as District Deputy Illustrious Grand Master of the 4th District in 2006 and as Grand Marshal of the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters in 2007. He received the grade of Thrice Illustrious Master in 2000. Jack received the Super Excellent Master Degree in Aiken Council No. 23 at Aiken, SC in 2001. Jack has served as Thrice Illustrious Master of the Thrice Illustrious Master’s Council. Jack was dubbed and created a Knight Templar in Gaffney Commandery No. 18 in 1973 serving as Eminent Commander in 2001. He is a Life Member of the Knights Templar Eye Foundation. He was inducted as a Knight Crusader of the Cross in 2001. Other Appendant Bodies of which Jack holds membership are: Samuel H. J. Womack Council No. 20 Knight Masons USA, Palmetto Priory No. 54 KYCH, Palmetto York Rite College No. 70 and the Carolina Conclave of the Red Cross of Constantine. He is a member of Gaffney Council No. 262, Allied Masonic Degrees and a Past Sovereign Master of the Gaffney Council. Honorary member of J. D. Penley Council #131 Allied Masonic Degrees. Jack is an Honorary Charter member of Piedmont Council #440 AMD and Palmetto Council #451 AMD. He is a Grand Representative of Manitoba Canada for the Grand Lodge of Ancient Free Masons of South Carolina. Jack is a Grand Representative of the State of Maine near the Grand Chapter of South Carolina for the Grand Royal Arch Chapter, a Grand Representative of the State of Florida near the Grand Commandery of South Carolina of Knights Templar. Jack is also a member of the Rock Hill and Columbia Bodies of the Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite where he holds the rank of 32nd Degree KCCH. Jack is a member of Hejaz Shrine Center and works with the “Gift of Life” Blood Program. 114 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 114

PROCEEDINGS OF THE GRAND COMMANDERY KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA

OPENING SESSION Tuesday, March 14, 2011

The Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina was opened in ample form at the Embassy Suites, Greenville, South Carolina at 2:00 P.M.

ELECTED C. Todd Schofield (2) ...... Grand Commander Jack Holmes (18) ...... Deputy Grand Commander Douglas L. Amyx (5) ...... Grand Generalissimo Zebulon V. Morgan, III (20) ...... Grand Captain General H. Ted Burgess, PGC (11) ...... Grand Treasurer Johnnie T. Morris, PGC (2) ...... Grand Recorder

APPOINTED

* Todd Rush (13) ...... Grand Senior Warden * Greg J. Chandler (11) ...... Grand Junior Warden Robert L. Blackwell (2) ...... Grand Prelate Rev. Hugh J. Bickley (2) ...... Grand Prelate, Emeritus * Jim Johnston (6) ...... Grand Standard Bearer Delbert Hayden (12) ...... Grand Sword Bearer Myron Creel (22) ...... Grand Warder Jerry O. Glenn (4) ...... Grand Sentinel

DISTRICT REPRESENTATIVES

* Robert E. Eberly, Jr. (23) ...... First District John R. Marcucci (2) ...... Second District Gerald Burton (17) ...... Third District * Barry L. Bruce (15) ...... Fourth District * Edward Marshall (12) ...... Fifth District Kenneth R. Brackens (25) ...... Sixth District

PAST GRAND COMMANDERS

Harvie Bailey (1) H. Haywood Fowler (25) Richard W. Sealy (15) Don S. Blair (3) * Sam L. Grant, Jr. (7) * Ford M. Thornton, Jr. (14) N. Haskell Brabham (2) Richard L. Harding (18) D. Samuel Tennyson (15) Lee Roy Bruce, Sr. (14) William B. Hadwin (23) Clarence E. Turner (21) H. Ted Burgess (11) * William R. Hall (21) * Glenn R. Watts (19) J. Sam Burton (17) * J. C. Hubbard, Jr. (17) (Hon) * Norman E. Wood (23) * Mark Ben Cable (15) G. Ray Marsh (11) (Hon) Richard A. Wesner (22) * Thomas B. Clark, Jr. (10) Johnnie T. Morris (2) * John T. Davis, Sr. (20) Jerry M. Owens (4) * Leroy J. Delionbach (14) * R. Butler Satterfield (13) * Absent 115 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 115

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON CREDENTIALS AND RETURNS

To: The Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina:

Your committee submits the following report.

We find there are 14 Grand Officers, 15 Right Eminent Past Grand Commanders, with 1 Honorary PGC and Representatives of 25 Constituent Commanderies present and entitled to vote in this Annual Conclave.

Fraternally Submitted,

Douglas G. Lee (18), Chairman Johnnie T. Morris (2) Albert Wyatt (15) R. Henry Brown (12) Hal Gregory (19) Adopted… H. Ted Burgess (11) L. Aubrey Haynes (12)

SUMMARY Grand Officers Present ...... 14 Past Grand Commanders Present ...... 15 Past Grand Commanders Honorary Present ...... 1 Number of Commanderies ...... 25 Number of Commanderies Represented ...... 25 Members, 2010 ...... 4,416 Members, 2009 ...... 4,582

Net Loss ...... -166

MOTIONS

On motion of Jack Holmes, It was RESOLVED, that the reading of the minutes of the last Annual Conclave be dispensed with, printed copies being in the hands of Sir Knights, and that they be approved as printed. On motion of Douglas L. Amyx, It was RESOLVED, that all Sir Knights be invited to seats during this Conclave.

PAST GRAND COMMANDERS WELCOMED

The Grand Commander asked all Past Grand Commanders to stand and were recognized and thanked for their advice and devoted service rendered in the past.

PAST GRAND COMMANDERS ABSENCES NOTED Attention was called to the absence of Past Grand Commanders by the Grand Recorder: Mark Ben Cable; Thomas B. Clark, Jr.; John T. Davis; Leroy J. Delionbach; Sam L. Grant; William R. Hall; J. C. Hubbard; R. Butler Satterfield; Ford M. Thornton; Glenn R. Watts and Norman Wood.

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON APPEALS AND GRIEVANCES

To: The Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina:

No Appeals or Grievances were received during the year 2010. Therefore no action was necessary by this Committee and we are pleased to report that Peace and Harmony prevails among the craft.

Fraternally submitted,

Don S. Blair (3), Chairman Adopted… Robert D. Yonce (14) Lloyd F. Christopher (1) 116 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 116

GRAND REPRESENTATIVES WELCOMED

The Grand Representatives were officially recognized and thanked for the service they were rendering to the York Rite. They were requested to communicate and convey to their respective Grand Jurisdiction all information that would be of interest.

GRAND REPRESENTATIVES PRESENT

Alabama ...... D. Samuel Tennyson Arkansas ...... Todd Humphries California ...... Robert J. Bean, Jr. Delaware ...... Lee Roy Bruce, Sr. Florida ...... James J. Holmes Georgia ...... T. Henry Waldrep Illinois ...... Lloyd F. Christopher Indiana ...... Richard W. Sealy Italy ...... Richard A. Wesner Kansas ...... G. Kent Elkins Maryland ...... Robert J. Bean, Sr. Mississippi...... Robert Lacer Missouri ...... Joseph Parnell Montana ...... Douglas G. Lee Nevada ...... H. Ted Burgess New York ...... O. Walt Sealy North Carolina ...... Johnnie T. Morris Oregon ...... William B. Hadwin Philippine Islands ...... Dana P. Rickards South Dakota ...... Gary B. Jolley Vermont ...... C. Todd Schofield Wisconsin ...... Jerry M. Owens Wyoming ...... N. Haskell Brabham

REPRESENTATIVES OF CONSTITUENT COMMANDERIES

NO. NAME LOCATION REPRESENTATIVE

1 ...... South Carolina ...... Charleston ...... James L. Chubb

 PAST EMINENT COMMANDERS  Harvie Bailey Lloyd F. Christopher David J. DeChant, Sr. William F. Martin John Pearson Phillip Russell Charles Snyder Roy C. Triplett

2 ...... Columbia ...... Columbia ...... Henry R. Garnett

 PAST EMINENT COMMANDERS  Hugh J. Bickley N. Haskell Brabham John Marcucci Joseph L. McGee Johnnie T. Morris Rawl J. Scheibler Charles Schofield Todd Schofield

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REPRESENTATIVES OF CONSTITUENT COMMANDERIES (Cont. Pg 2) NO. NAME LOCATION REPRESENTATIVE

3 ...... Spartanburg ...... Spartanburg ...... Stephen M. Whitaker

 PAST EMINENT COMMANDERS  Don S. Blair George Peters Douglas R. Knauer Bobby J. Sprouse Fred Thompson

4 ...... Greenville ...... Greenville ...... C. Hogan Hairston  PAST EMINENT COMMANDERS  Walter Davis G. Kent Elkins Jerry O. Glenn J W Benjamin Hammond Jr Earl P. Hudgens, Jr. Robert W. Kendrick Jerry M. Owens

5 ...... Greenwood ...... Greenwood ...... Jack Marler  PAST EMINENT COMMANDERS  Douglas L. Amyx William R. Logan Jack Marler

6 ...... Newberry ...... Newberry ...... Gerald L. Carver  PAST EMINENT COMMANDERS  James Boozer Gerald L. Carver Terry C. Shaver

7 ...... Chester ...... Chester ...... W. Penn Colvin  PAST EMINENT COMMANDERS  W. Penn Colvin

8 ...... Delphi ...... Marion ...... A. Glenn Greene, III  PAST EMINENT COMMANDERS 

9 ...... Orangeburg ...... Orangeburg ...... Tommy Blackwood  PAST EMINENT COMMANDERS  Walter C. ‘Cal’ Disher Dana P. Rickards

10 ...... Florence ...... Florence ...... D. Samuel Tennyson  PAST EMINENT COMMANDERS  Robert J. Bean, Jr. Robert J. Bean, Sr. J. Gordon Cartrette William F. Rogers, Jr.

11 ...... Anderson ...... Anderson ...... Charles T. Morgan  PAST EMINENT COMMANDERS  James W. Barr Marcus Burdette Howard T. Burgess Michael Copeland Joe Parnell G. Ray Marsh Walter Westberry

12 ...... Camden ...... Camden ...... L. Aubrey Haynes  PAST EMINENT COMMANDERS  Melvin Byrd Delbert R. Hayden L. Aubrey Haynes, Sr. Grenfell M. Leonard Carl R. Truesdale

13 ...... Laurens ...... Laurens ...... George P. Latta  PAST EMINENT COMMANDERS  Johnnie L. Bolt Gerry Lee Morgan

14 ...... Aiken ...... Aiken ...... Stanley D. Stroud  PAST EMINENT COMMANDERS  Lee Roy Bruce, Sr. Joel Casey William Driver Alfred F. Endler, Jr. Rob Lacer 118 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 118

REPRESENTATIVES OF CONSTITUENT COMMANDERIES (Cont. Pg 3)

NO. NAME LOCATION REPRESENTATIVE

15 ...... Rock Hill ...... Rock Hill ...... John “Temp” Dickson  PAST EMINENT COMMANDERS  Barry L. Bruce John T. Dickson O. Walt Sealy Richard W. Sealy D. Samuel Tennyson

16 ...... Union ...... Union ...... Mike Lancaster  PAST EMINENT COMMANDERS  James Duckett Roger Gregory Grady L. Lanier, Jr. Dean Tollison Jerry Willard, Jr.

17 ...... S. Maner Martin ...... Clemson ...... R. Steven Fields  PAST EMINENT COMMANDERS  Gerald Burton J. Sam Burton J. Frank Gilliland L. Joe Granger T. Henry Waldrep

18 ...... Gaffney ...... Gaffney ...... G. Buck Jolley  PAST EMINENT COMMANDERS  Richard L. Harding James J. Holmes Nelson Horton Todd Humphries Gary B. Jolley Douglas G. Lee Gary N. Martin

19 ...... Lancaster ...... Lancaster ...... Gary C. Sowell  PAST EMINENT COMMANDERS  Hal Gregory Charles Mackey Harold R. Steele, Jr.

20 ...... Sumter ...... Sumter ...... Wayne Jones  PAST EMINENT COMMANDERS  Clarence Alsbrooks, Jr. L. Craig Cagle V. Wayne Jones

Zebulon V. Morgan, III

21 ...... Easley ...... Easley ...... Clarence E. ‘Bud’ Tuner  PAST EMINENT COMMANDERS  Jerry Lee Duncan, Jr. Clarence E. ‘Bud’ Tuner

22 ...... Myrtle Beach ...... Myrtle Beach ...... Richard A. Wesner  PAST EMINENT COMMANDERS  Robert J. Bean, Sr. Myron Creel Haywood Fowler Ronald McGonigal Richard A. Wesner

23 ...... Hampton ...... Hampton ...... William S. Creighton, Jr.  PAST EMINENT COMMANDERS  Joe Elam Wm. Benjamin Hadwin Elbert C. Jackson, Jr. William J. Peeples, Jr. Ronald G. Winn

24 ...... Winyah ...... Georgetown ...... Daryn L. Evans  PAST EMINENT COMMANDERS  Daryn Evans David Evans

25 ...... Conway ...... Conway ...... Dickran Mgrdechian  PAST EMINENT COMMANDERS  Kenneth Brackens Ronald T. Elvis Sr. Haywood Fowler J. Charles Webster 119 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 119

2010 – 2011 COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS

The Grand Commander announced the following committees for 2010-2011:

 APPEALS AND GRIEVANCES: Don S. Blair (3), Chairman; Robert D. Yonce (14) Lloyd F. Christopher (1)  AUDITING: Lee Roy Bruce, Sr. (14), Chairman; Kent Elkins (4) Douglas Lee (18) BY-LAWS: J. Sam Burton (17), Chairman; G. Ray Marsh (11) H. Ted Burgess (11) CHARTERS AND DISPENSATIONS: N. Haskell Brabham (2), Chairman; Don S. Blair (3) Richard A. Wesner (22)  CHRISTIAN RELATIONS: Robert L Blackwell (2), Chairman; Haywood Fowler (25) Rodney K. Powell (19) Johnnie T. Morris (2)  CREDENTIALS AND RETURNS: Douglas G. Lee, (18), Chairman; Johnnie T. Morris (2) Hal Gregory (19) R. Henry Brown (15) H. Ted Burgess (11) Albert Wyatt (15) DOINGS OF GRAND OFFICERS: Richard W. Sealy (15), Chairman; Jerry M. Owens (4) Ford M. Thornton, Jr. (14) John T. Davis (20)  EDUCATION: Lloyd F. Christopher (1), Chairman; Gary B. Hinson (14) Robbie J. Bean Jr. (10) DGHP Joe Parnell (11), DGM Jack Holmes (18), DGC Pete Bailey (1) W. Penn Colvin (7) John T. Davis (20) EYE FOUNDATION: Richard W. Sealy (15), Chairman; Leroy J. Delionbach (14) H. Ted Burgess (11) Richard A. Wesner (22)  FINANCE: Jerry M. Owens (4), Chairman; Earl Hudgens, Jr. (4) Eric Meace (22) Mike Copeland (11)  HOLY LAND PILGRIMAGE: Robert L. Blackwell (2), Chairman; Haywood Fowler (25, 22) Rodney K. Powell (19) Johnnie T. Morris (2) HONORARY PAST GRAND COMMANDERS: H. Haywood Fowler (25, 22), Chairman D. Samuel Tennyson (15, 10) Leroy J. Delionbach (14) N. Haskell Brabham (2) Norman E. Wood (23) INVESTMENTS: C. Todd Schofield (2), Grand Commander, Chairman; Jerry M. Owens (4), Chairman Finance Committee H. Ted Burgess (11) G. Treasurer Jack Holmes (5) Deputy Grand Commander Johnnie T. Morris (2), G. Recorder  JURISPRUDENCE: Richard A. Wesner (1, 22) Chairman; G. Ray Marsh (11) J. Gordon Cartrette (10, 25) Lee Roy Bruce (14) Norman E. Wood (23)  LIFE MEMBERSHIP FUND: William R. Logan (5), Chairman; Johnnie T. Morris (2) G. Kent Elkins (4) Phillip Russell (1) Leroy J. Delionbach (14) Floyd W. Goff (12) J. Gordon Cartrette (10, 25) Norman E. Wood (23) Albert J. Wyatt (15)  MASONIC YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS: G. Kent Elkins (4), Chairman; Bobby J. Sprouse (3) Robert W. Kendrick (4) Robert J. Bean, Sr. (10, 25) MEMBERSHIP: Lee Roy Bruce, Sr. (14), Chairman; Jack Holmes (18), DGC Doug Amyx (6), GG Zebulon Morgan (20), GCG Robert Eberly Jr, (23) {#1} John R Marcucci (2) {#2} Gerald Burton (17) {#3} Barry L Bruce (15) {#4} Edward Marshall (12) {#5) Kenny Brackens (25) {#6}  NECROLOGY: Robert L. Blackwell (2), Chairman; Hugh J. Bickley (5), Emeritus Haywood Fowler (25) Rodney K. Powell (19) Johnnie T. Morris (2)  PATRIOTISM AND CIVIC ACTIVITIES: T. Henry Waldrep (17), Chairman; N. Haskell Brabham (2) Eric Meace (22)  RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION: Eric A. Meace (22), Chairman; N. Haskell Brabham (2) W. Penn Colvin (7) TACTICS AND UNIFORMS: John T. Davis Sr. (20), Chairman; Jack Holmes (2), DGC Doug Amyx (6), GG Zebulon Morgan (20), GCG Richard A. Wesner (22) J. Sam Burton (17) C Bud Turner (21)  TIME AND PLACE: Richard Sealy (15), Chairman; Bob Kendrick (4) Carl Truesdale (4) UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Lee Roy Bruce, Sr. (14), Chairman; John T. Davis (20) J. Sam Burton (17)  YORK RITE HISTORY: Rhett Adams (19), Chairman; Paul Graham (2) Gerald Carver (6) Don Burbidge (1)

 - 1 Report for All 3 Bodies given in Joint Session  - Same Committee, Different reports in each Body 120 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 120

ADDRESS OF RIGHT EMINENT GRAND COMMANDER CHARLES TODD SCHOFIELD

To the Grand Encampment of Knights Templar of the United States of America, the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina, distinguished guests, and all Sir Knights present, I welcome you to Greenville, South Carolina, and the 104th Annual Conclave of the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina. I hope that your stay is both pleasant and enjoyable. Please do not hesitate to call on any of the members of the local committee or me if there is anything we can do to assist you during your stay. I extend a special welcome to Most Excellent Companion Charles M. Schofield, Most Excellent Grand High Priest of the Grand Royal Arch Chapter of South Carolina, and Most Illustrious Companion O. Walt Sealy, Most Illustrious Grand Master of the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of South Carolina. It has been a pleasure and an honor to travel with you this year past year. The fellowship and the brotherhood we shared as we visited our constituent bodies across this great state will forever remain one of my dearest and fondest memories. I also extend a special welcome to Most Worshipful Brother Barry A. Rickman, Grand Master of Masons in South Carolina. Most Worshipful Brother Barry, our paths have crossed several times this year at various meetings across the state. At each of these, you have done a great job of representing Masonry and promoting unity and service.

STATE OF THE ORDER I am pleased to report that peace and harmony prevails within this Grand Commandery and this Grand Jurisdiction. The sense of unity between the three Grand York Rite Bodies has grown during the past year. We continue to attract a good Masons who want to be part of the York Rite because of their desire to seek further light in Masonry.

NECROLOGY During 2010, 152 Sir Knights were called home by the Lord. We will miss them. We extend our deepest sympathies to their families and loved ones.

MEMBERSHIP I have encouraged and promoted increase of membership during our visits. I have encouraged the Life Membership program and I do continue to support this program because it will help lower our NPD’s.

DUAL MEMBERSHIP During my term, it was my pleasure to approve the dual memberships of the following Sir Knights: J Gordon Cartrette ...... Delphi #8 Marion and Florence #10 A. Glenn Greene, III ...... Delphi #8 Marion and Florence #10 W. Frank Rogers, Jr...... Delphi #8 Marion and Florence #10 Robert J. Bean, Jr...... Delphi #8 Marion and Florence #10 John R. Caulder ...... Delphi #8 Marion and Florence #10 Garland Wayne Turbeville ...... Delphi #8 Marion and Florence #10 Thomas Harold Lee, Jr...... Delphi #8 Marion and Florence #10 Ed Suggs ...... Delphi #8 Marion and Conway #25 Dennis E. Case ...... Laurens #13 and Greenwood #5 George P. Latta ...... Laurens #13 and Greenwood #5 Charles E. Mackey ...... Lancaster #19 and Camden #12 121 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 121

CHARTERS AND DISPENSATIONS There were no charters for new Commanderies issued during my term. All other dispensations issued were of a routine basis.

BY-LAW CHANGES I approved By-Laws changes for the following Commanderies:

Aiken Commandery # 14 Delphi Commandery #8 Gaffney Commandery # 18 Rock Hill Commandery #15

I encourage each Commandery to review their By-Laws annually and submit requests for changes as needed. In particular, they should review their dues and fees and implement changes to their By-Laws that will automatically take care of increases passed by the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina and/or by the Grand Encampment of Knights Templar of the United States of America.

GRAND REPRESENTATIVES Grand Representatives are one of the avenues of communication with other jurisdictions. Their work is a valuable service to our various jurisdictions and we encourage them to work diligently to keep these lines of communication open and effective. It was my pleasure to approve the following Sir Knights to represent the Grand Commandery of South Carolina near their Grand Commanderies:

Lou Leone – New York Anthony Baxter – Washington Mark A. Anderson – Minnesota

It was also my pleasure to recommend the following Sir Knights to represent other Grand Commanderies near the Grand Commandery of South Carolina:

Todd Humphries – Arkansas Noel Rogers – Utah Acy Flora – Vermont Kenny Brackens – Michigan A. Glenn Greene, III – Texas

HOLY LAND PILGRIMAGE The Holy Land Pilgrimage remains one of the best public relations programs we have. I encourage everyone to support the program to sponsor Ministers to Holy Lands. I encourage each Sir Knight and each Commandery to consider making a donation to the Holy Land Pilgrimage Fund.

CHRISTMAS DAY OBSERVANCE As Christian Masons, we need to take this opportunity to put Christ first. What better way than through Christmas Day Observances can we not only promote Christ, but we also promote to the public that Templar Masonry is a Christian organization. We had 15 out of 25 Commanderies hold Christmas Day Observances in 2010. I hope that in coming years, this number will be 25 out of 25.

KNIGHTS TEMPLAR EYE FOUNDATION The Knights Templar Eye Foundation is our philanthropy of our Order. This program is help to restore or save the sight of many people that would not otherwise be able to afford the surgery and treatments. I encourage each Sir Knight to be a Life sponsor of this charity, it is only $30 to become a life member and the funds will help support a most worthy endeavor. Sir Knight Richard Sealy, Past Grand Commander, has done a great job of leading this program as the State Chairman for the past year. 122 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 122

EASTER SUNRISE SERVICES I have had the pleasure of traveling to Washington DC and attending the Easter Sunrise Services at the George Washington Masonic Memorial in Alexandria, Virginia the laying of a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington Cemetery on Saturday by Georgia was a special and unforgettable experience. It was an honor and privilege to march up Shooters Hill to the Memorial Service with all the Sir Knights. It was very special to have my Father (Charles M. Schofield, The Most Excellent Grand High Priest of Royal Arch Mason of South Carolina), my mother, my wife and my two children who join me on this journey I encourage every Sir Knight to experience this at least once in their lifetime. It is well worth the trip.

SOUTHEASTERN YORK RITE CONFERNCE The Southeastern York Rite Conference was held in Greenville, South Carolina, this past year. I was very impressed with the leadership program that our Grand Encampment put on this year. I would like to thank Sir Knight Terry Plemmons for a job well done. I encourage all Sir Knights to take advantage of the opportunity to attend these meetings and learn ways to better prepare yourself to lead your local bodies and your state.

GRAND LODGE Sir Knights, I had the pleasure of representing you at the 273rd Annual Communication of the M. W. Grand Lodge of Ancient Free Masons of South Carolina. By invitation of M.W. Brother Barry Rickman, Grand Master of Masons in South Carolina, Julia and I attended the Grand Master’s Banquet on Wednesday and enjoyed the fellowship and great entertainment. Thank you Most Worshipful for the invitation to your banquet.

VISITATIONS IN SOUTH CAROLINA March 14-16, 2010 ...... Grand York Rite SC, Myrtle Beach March 18 ...... Chester #7, Chester March 27 ...... KYCH, Columbia April 12 ...... Greenville #4, Greenville April 13 ...... Beulah #25 RAC, Sumter April 20 ...... South Carolina #1, Charleston April 21 ...... Grand Master Banquet, Columbia April 22-23 ...... 273rd SC Grand Lodge AFM Communication, Columbia May 5 ...... Scottish rite, Columbia May 6 ...... Gaffney #18, Gaffney May 7-8 ...... Columbia York Rite Slow Class, Columbia May 8 ...... Super Most Excellent Master’s Degree, Aiken May 24 ...... Hesperian & DeSaussure, Abbeville May 25 ...... Excelsior, Cheraw June 2 ...... Myrtle Beach #22, Myrtle Beach June 5 ...... Knights Masons, Greenwood June 10-12 ...... Southeastern York Rite Conference, Greenville June 14 ...... Spartanburg #3, Spartanburg June 15 ...... Lancaster #19, Lancaster June 17 ...... Hampton #23, Hampton June 24-26 ...... Grand Assembly International Order of Rainbows, Columbia July 24 ...... DeMolay, Summerton 123 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 123

August 3 ...... Aiken #14, Aiken August 9 ...... Florence #10, Florence August 11 ...... Columbia #2, Columbia August 17 ...... Camden #12, Camden September 7...... Easley #21, Easley September 13...... Greenwood #5, Greenwood September 14...... Orangeburg #9, Orangeburg September 22...... Columbia YRB Ladies Night Banquet, Columbia September 27...... Conway #25, Conway September 28...... Winyah #24, Georgetown October 11 ...... Union #16, Union October 12 ...... S. Maner Martin #17, Clemson October 19 ...... Delphi #8, Marion October 26 ...... Anderson #11, Anderson November 8 ...... Newberry #6, Newberry November 15 ...... Rock Hill # 15, York November 22 ...... Laurens #13, Laurens November 28 ...... Christmas Observance Camden # 12, Camden December 4 ...... Palmetto York Rite College #70, Columbia December 12 ...... Christmas Observance Newberry #6, Newberry December 16 ...... Christmas Observance Greenwood #5, Greenwood December 19 ...... Christmas Observance Columbia #2, Columbia January 8, 2011 ...... Statewide Education, Columbia January 9...... Conway, Present Holy land Certificate January 22 ...... KYCH, Columbia January 22 ...... Knights Mason, Columbia February 26 ...... Chair Degrees, Columbia March 13-15 ...... SC Grand York Rite, Greenville

OUT OF STATE VISITATIONS March 14-16, 2010...... North Carolina GYR, Hickory April 3-6 ...... 2010 Easter Sunrise Service, Washington April 15-17 ...... Florida GYR, Florida May 2-5 ...... Georgia GYR, Georgia February 27-29, 2011 ...... Alabama GYR, Alabama

KNIGHTS TEMPLAR CROSS OF HONOR On Sunday night, March 13, 2011, at the Grand York Rite Banquet, it was my pleasure to participate in the presentation of the Knights Templar Cross of Honor to Sir Knight Terry Shaver and Nelson Horton. Sir Knight Shaver and Sir Knight Horton we thank you for your hard work in York Rite Masonry and congratulations on this high honor.

RECOMMENDATIONS I make the following recommendations: 1. That the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina continues to support the Knights Templar Eye Foundation and that each Constituent Commandery be solicited to financially support our charity. 2. That the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina continues to support the Grand York Rite Charities Foundations Trust and that each Constituent Commandery be made aware of the Foundation’s existence and purpose and be encouraged to financially support the growth of the Foundation. 124 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 124

3. That the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina continues to aggressively support the Life Membership Program and the promotion of its benefits to each Constituent Commandery. 4. That the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina continues to financially support those Masonic youth organizations which are active and viable within this jurisdiction. 5. That the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina continues to support the Holy Land Pilgrimage Program and that each Constituent Commandery be encouraged to support this worthy program. 6. That the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina continues to support the Easter Sunrise Service in Washington, DC., 7. That the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina continues to support the Educational Committee and the Statewide Educational meeting in Columbia each January under the direction of Most Excellent Companion and Sir Knight Lloyd F. Christopher. 8. That the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina continues to support the Southeastern Department Conference and to encourage all elected Officers to attend each year. 9. That each Constituent Commandery holds an annual Christmas Day Observance during the Christmas holidays. 10. That each Constituent Commandery be prepared to receive the Grand Commander through the lines when on his official visit and in uniform. 11. That each Constituent Commandery review their dues and fees and implement changes to their By-Laws that will automatically take care of increases passed by the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina and/or by the Grand Encampment of Knights Templar of the United States of America. 12. That only the Grand Encampment ritual is used for ritualistic work and that every Constituent Commandery open and close in full form at least three times each year. 13. That the Grand Recorder be authorized to continue to lease office space at 1518 Hampton Street or comparable space in Columbia, SC. 14. That all the elected line of the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina and the Education Committee Chairman attend the annual planning meeting immediately following the Annual Statewide Educational Meeting in Columbia, SC. 15. That the By-Laws Committee of the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina be called in to session to review and recommend any needed updates to the Grand Commandery Constitution and Statutes and the Suggested Form for By-Laws of Constituent Commanderies and that once these changes are voted on, that the By-Laws of the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina be updated and reprinted. 16. That the Grand Captains General nomination is brought from the floor, so that peace and harmony will prevail throughout this Grand Jurisdiction. 17. That the finance Committee set in the budget to replace or repair the Grand Officer Jewels and Cords when need of repair. 18. That the Grand Commander traveling expenses be increased due to the increase in gas and cost of living that has not been changed in years. 19. That the Life Membership program be audited every year, and audited by the audit committee that the New Grand Heads select.

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CONCLUSION Sir Knights, this year has meant so much to me that words cannot express. I am very humbled to be the Grand Commander and I have represented you and South Carolina to the best of my ability. I hope that I have earned the honor you bestowed upon me. Thank you for this opportunity. First and foremost, I thank God for giving me the health and the means to travel and represent the Grand Commandery this past year. His traveling graces over me and my traveling companions allowed us to cover many miles safely and to meet with some of the finest Masons in this state and this country. To the Past Grand Commanders, thank you for your support and your guidance. Your counsel was always informative and helpful. To the elected and appointed officers of the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina, thank you for your support and your attention to the duties of your office. To Judy Morris, Thank you for the outstanding job you have done and the time you take to make sure that all the special details have been done. To Sir Knight Johnnie Morris, Grand Recorder, thank you for the work you do as our Grand Recorder. To Sir Knight Ted Burgess and Johnnie Morris I like to thank both of you on the great job that you do on the web site. To Most Excellent Companion Charles M. Schofield and Most Illustrious Companion O. Walt Sealy, it has been a great year traveling and making official visits with you. I would like to thank the many Companions and Sir Knights that made this year possible to serve alongside my Father as a Grand Head. To my father Most Excellent Companion Charles M. Schofield, this is truly been a very special time and it will never be forgotten. Finally, to my wife Julia, I say thank you. I could not have done this without your support and encouragement. You kept the lights on and the kid’s safe and running them around to their activities when I was away. You have always been there when I need you, and helping me along the way. I love you with all of my heart and word will never express this, THANK YOU.

Fraternally Submitted,

C. Todd Schofield Right Eminent Grand Commander Referred to the Committee of Doings of Grand Officers…

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON HONORARY PAST GRAND COMMANDERS

TO: The Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina:

We the undersigned members of the committee on Honorary Past Grand Commanders have considered all business before it. We do not recommend that anyone be elevated to the rank of Honorary Past Grand Commander. We move the adoption of this report.

Fraternally submitted,

Haywood Fowler (25) Chairman N. Haskell Brabham (2) D. Samuel Tennyson (15) Leroy J. Delionbach (14) Norman E. Wood (23) Adopted… 126 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 126

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON DOINGS OF GRAND OFFICERS

To: The Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina:

Your Committee on Doings of Grand Officers of South Carolina presents the following report: The address of the Right Eminent Grand Commander, Sir Knight C. Todd Schofield, exhibits his excellent leadership, dedication, and commitment to the promotion of York Rite Masonry and Templary in particular in the carrying out of his theme of unity among the various Masonic bodies in his visit of this Grand Jurisdiction. He has exemplified Christian Masonry and maintained the high standard of dignity the office demands as he has represented us with honor in his official visits to all of the constituent Commanderies in this Grand Jurisdiction as well as many other in state and several out of state visits to other Grand Jurisdictions. We commend our Grand Commander for representing our Grand Jurisdiction at the Southeastern York Rite Conference in Greenville as well as the Grand Encampment Easter Sunrise Service in Washington, D.C.; and we urge all Sir Knights who can to attend this beautiful and meaningful service. We are pleased that peace and harmony continues to prevail among all Masonic Bodies in this Grand Jurisdiction and recommend that the Templar Order continue to cooperate to that end. We commend our Grand Commander for his support of the Knights Templar Eye Foundation. We should all support this worthy cause. We approve all matters contained in the Grand Commander’s address not specifically referred to committees. We recommend that the following matters be referred to committees: To the Committee on Necrology: All matters pertaining to Necrology To the Committee on Membership: All matters pertaining to Membership To the Committee on Patriotism: All matters pertaining to Patriotism and Civic Activities To the Committee on Education: All matters pertaining to Education To the Committee on DeMolay: All matters pertaining to DeMolay To the Committee on Charters and Dispensations: All matters pertaining to Charters and Dispensations To the Committee on Jurisprudence: All matters pertaining to Grand Representative Appointments and By-Laws revisions To the Committee on Holy Land Pilgrimage: All matters pertaining to Holy Land Pilgrimage To the Committee on Knights Templar Eye Foundation: All Matters pertaining to Knights Templar Eye Foundation We approve the Address of the Grand Commander and commend him for his tireless and dedicated efforts to promote York Rite Masonry and Templary in particular both in and out of state.

Respectfully and fraternally submitted,

Richard W. Sealy (15), Chairman Jerry M. Owens (4) Ford M. Thornton, Jr. (14) John T. Davis, Sr. (20) Adopted. 127 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 127

REPORT OF GRAND TREASURER To: The Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina:

I hereby submit my annual report covering the period March 1, 2010 through February 28, 2011: March 1, 2010 BALANCES: Wachovia Checking ...... $ 1,000.00 Wachovia Money Market ...... 114,092.30 Community First Bank CD ...... 171,000.00 Anderson Bros. Bank CD ...... 175,000.00 Total ...... $ 461,092.30

RECEIPTS Johnnie T. Morris, Grand Recorder Dues, Fees, Supplies ...... $ 70,587.90 Wachovia Money Market Interest ...... 359.03 Community First Bank Interest ...... 4,358.46 Anderson Bros. Bank CD Interest ...... 3,305.81 Bank Charge Refund – Wachovia ...... 0.00 Banquet Ticket Sales ...... 2,812.33 81,423.53 Total ...... $ 542,515.83

DISBURSEMENTS Warrants (3337 - 3515) ...... $ 78,637.08 Bank Charge (Deposit Slips) Wachovia ...... 0.00 78,637.08 Total to Account For ...... $ 463,878.75

February 28, 2011 BALANCES: Wachovia Checking ...... $ 1,000.00 Wachovia Money Market ...... 116,878.75 Community First Bank CDs ...... 171,000.00 Anderson Bros. Bank CD ...... 175,000.00 Total ...... $ 463,878.75

I appreciate the cooperation received from our RE Grand Commander, SK Todd Schofield and our Grand Recorder Johnnie Morris and especially from our Secretary, Judy Morris.

Fraternally submitted,

H. Ted Burgess Grand Treasurer Referred to the Finance Committee and later adopted… 128 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 128

REPORT OF GRAND RECORDER

To: The Grand Commandery, Knights Templar of South Carolina:

I hereby submit my annual report covering the period March 1, 2010 through February 28, 2011.

RECEIPTS 2010 Dues ...... $ 69,448.00 Rituals and Supplies ...... 900.00 Bonds ...... 250.00 Ticket Sales ...... 3,003.00 Refund on annual returns ...... 30.00 $73,631.00 DISBURSEMENTS Refund Ticket Sales ...... $ 190.67 Paid Grand Treasurer (Ticket Sales) ...... 2,812.33 Refunds on annual returns ...... 30.00 Bank Charge ...... 10.10 Paid Grand Treasurer ...... 70,587.90 $73,631.00

CONDENSED STATISTICAL STATEMENT

INCREASE Members, 1/1/2010 ...... 4,582 Knighted ...... 156 Affiliated ...... 19 Error ...... 9 Reinstated ...... 24 208 4,790

DECREASE Died ...... 152 Demitted ...... 17 N. P. D...... 195 Error ...... 6 Suspended or Expelled ..... 4 374

Members, 12/31/2010...... 4,416

Net Loss - 166

It is a pleasure to announce that the E.I. Johnson Award this year goes to Delphi Commandery No. 8 for the largest percentage gain of 13.79%. S. Maner Martin Commandery No. 17 had a 1.36% gain, Orangeburg Commandery No. 9 and Gaffney Commandery No. 18 had no losses in 2010. The Hugh N. Layne Award for the largest numerical gain of 8 goes to Delphi Commandery No. 8. We had a net loss in the Grand Commandery of 166, bringing our total membership down to 4,416. Fraternally submitted,

Johnnie T. Morris, Grand Recorder Referred to the Finance Committee and later adopted… 129 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 129 61 76 15 59 23 90 51 86 15 43 44 78 37 29 112 215 117 152 294 108 163 284 413 264 111

KTEF Life Sponsors 2,940 * * * * * * * * 2 1 4 1 5 6 1 4 1 4 9 3 2 3 57 Ministers-Exempt 11 3 90 42 85 81 16 68 44 24 12 23 10 22 79 27 29 22 92 26 10 100 113 127 119 Life Membership Fund 205 1,469 7 9 9 5 8 13 25 40 17 11 43 14 48 30 22 20 10 56 23 17 18 34 19 No No X-Mas Day Observance 498 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 110.00 110.00 110.00 110.00 Supplies & Bond 210.00 110.00 110.00 110.00 $1,150.00 843.00 667.00 897.00 4,524.00 6,291.00 4,030.00 4,899.00 3,770.00 2,096.00 1,555.00 2,546.00 4,003.00 3,373.00 2,976.00 1,761.00 1,817.00 3,944.00 1,955.00 4,690.00 1,690.00 4,203.00 2,491.00 1,820.00 1,340.00 1,267.00 DUESDUES $69,448.00

DUES 34.40 29.00 33.00 27.00 29.00 20.00 27.00 17.50 19.50 30.00 20.00 21.00 20.00 26.00 21.00 27.00 23.00 26.00 20.00 23.00 28.00 30.00 14.00 15.00 40.00 $25.85 8 0 6 4 0 -2 -1 -4 -4 -4 -8 -2 -8 -9 -6 -2 -1 -5 -15 -15 -32 -13 -21 -16 -16

LOSS/GAIN -166 58 53 86 78 44 284 413 264 311 234 134 100 161 248 215 191 111 117 251 123 294 108 257 163 118

MEMBERS 4,416 2010 9 7 2 3 9 7 7 6 8 30 27 22 38 13 12 32 17 18 24 13 23 14 12 11 10

DECREASE 374 6 1 1 2 1 1 Error 4 1 1 2 Sus or Exp 3 4 7 5 7 4 4 9 9 7 8 4 5 4 12 15 14 15 11 13 11 10 14

NPD 195 3 1 3 1 2 2 2 1 1 1 Demited 17 7 4 3 2 5 3 5 3 8 1 5 3 4 1 2 1 13 12 20 16 12 11 11 Died 152 60 63 93 84 52 314 440 286 349 243 141 113 173 280 232 209 114 126 275 136 317 115 271 175 129

INCREASE 4,790 TOTAL 7 6 8 3 0 2 9 5 8 5 7 4 2 4 5 5 3 28 12 10 12 11 13 27 12 STATISTICAL STATEMENT

Increase 208 2 7 9 Error 2 3 2 1 3 2 5 3 1 1 1 Reinstated 24 1 9 3 2 2 2 Affiliated 19 9 3 1 3 5 5 1 7 3 5 3 1 9 8 3 8 5 7 28 10 10 22

Knighted 156 59 88 79 49 50 259 171 127 286 428 279 343 235 138 113 161 269 219 207 105 121 267 131 290 108

MEMBERS 4,582 2009 Lancaster Sumter Easley Myrtle Beach Hampton Georgetown Conway Foundation Eye Templar Knight the to Sponsors Life 100% Location Charleston Columbia Spartanburg Greenville Greenwood Newberry Chester Marion Orangeburg Florence Anderson Camden Laurens Aiken York Union Clemson Gaffney * TOTALS GRAND GRAND KNIGHTS TEMPLAR COMMANDERY Winyah Conway Aiken RockHill Union S.Maner Martin Gaffney Lancaster Sumter Easley Myrtle Beach Hampton Greenwood Newberry Chester Delphi Orangeburg Florence Anderson Camden Laurens Name Carolina South Columbia Spartanburg Greenville

5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4

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REPORT OF AUDITING COMMITTEE

To: The Grand Commandery Knights Templar of South Carolina: We herewith submit our report. We have this day, March 2, 2011, examined the books of the Grand Treasurer and the Grand Recorder and find them neatly and correctly kept and all funds accounted for:

The balance of the Grand Treasurer is as follows:

Wachovia Bank, Columbia ...... $1,000.00 Wachovia Money Market ...... 116,878.75 Funds Invested in Savings & Loans ...... 346,000.00 Total ...... $ 463,878.75

Fraternally submitted,

Lee Roy Bruce, Sr. (14), Chairman Kent Elkins (4) Douglas Lee (18) R. Henry Brown (12) Adopted…

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON CHARTERS AND DISPENSATIONS

To: The Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina:

We report that there have been no requests for dispensations to form new Commanderies, therefore, no petitions for charters. All dispensations were of a routine nature and are on file in the Grand Recorder’s Office.

Fraternally submitted,

N. Haskell Brabham (2), Chairman Richard A. Wesner (22) Adopted…

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON TACTICS & UNIFORMS

To: The Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina:

The committee wishes to commend each of the constituent Commanderies for improvements in their Commandery work. We especially want to encourage each Commandery to continue to improve by applying proper tactics, wearing of proper uniform and wearing only the approved jewels and medals.

Fraternally submitted,

John T. Davis Sr. (20), Chairman Zebulon V. Morgan (20) C. Bud Turner (21) Richard A. Wesner (22) J. Sam Burton (17) Jack Holmes (18) Doug Amyx (5) Adopted… 131 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 131

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON MEMBERSHIP To: The Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina:

Your committee on membership submits the following report for 2010. This year we had three Commanderies, which had an increase in membership. They are Delphi No. 8 (+8), Laurens No. 13 (+6) and S. Maner Martin No. 17 (+4). We had two Commanderies that remained the same, Orangeburg No. 9 and Gaffney No. 18, we commend each of them. We Knighted 156, reinstated 24, had 19 to affiliate, errors of 9, for an increase of 208, a gain of 43 from 2009. The Grand Master of the Universe called 152 Sir Knights to the Celestial Lodge above, 17 demitted, 4 were suspended or expelled, errors 6. We had 195 N.P.D’s , this was 16 less than last year, for a total loss of 374. Our losses, again, were greater than our gain by 166. The two Commanderies that had no N.P.D’s this year are Delphi No. 8 and Laurens No. 13. They are to be congratulated for their effort. The N.P.D’s were 52.1% of our total losses. This was an improvement from last year of 54.8%. We did not reach our goal of reducing our N.P.D’s by one half this year. Sir Knights, your committee encourages each of you not to relax our effort to stop the N.P.D’s.

Fraternally submitted,

Lee Roy Bruce, Sr. (14), Chairman Jack Holmes (18), DGC Doug Amyx (6), GG Zebulon Morgan (20), GCG Robert Eberly Jr, (23) {#1} John R Marcucci (2) {#2} Gerald Burton (17) {#3} Barry L Bruce (15) {#4} Edward Marshall (12) {#5) Kenny Brackens (25) {#6} Adopted…

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON KNIGHTS TEMPLAR EYE FOUNDATION

To: The Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina:

Our current status of the Knights Templar Eye Foundation showed South Carolina had a cumulative total of $6898.44 which ranked us 7th with a per capita of $1.35. There seems to be a renewed interest in the constituent Commanderies to become 100% life sponsors. Congratulations to the Sir Knights in those Commanderies that achieved 100%. You are a fine example for all of us to follow. The biggest change in the Knights Templar Eye Foundation is the announcement of the change in direction of the foundation. I will quote from that announcement “With the passage of the new healthcare reform bill by Congress and a number of other related events, the trustees of the KTEF, Inc. on August 14, 2010 voted to move out of case processing and redirect the dollars allocated for treatment to research and education effective December 31, 2010. The KTEF will no longer be participating in direct patient care except as is currently done with the seniors’ Eye care program and partnership with the Eye Care America Academy of Ophthalmology. We have learned over the years that our efforts in funding pediatric ophthalmology research have been the primary reason that we have had fewer and fewer children with strabismus (crossed eyes) to treat. Our research dollars have helped develop new non-surgical treatments for this problem. The trustees are excited about the prospects of being able to benefit more of humanity by redirecting your generosity from treating 2000 individuals per year to benefitting untold millions in generations to come.” May we continue to support this worthy philanthropy.

Respectfully submitted,

Richard W. Sealy (15), Chairman Richard A. Wesner (22) H. Ted Burgess (11) Leroy J. Delionbach (14) Adopted… 132 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 132 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA JANUARY 1, 2010 - DECEMBER 31, 2010 JOHNNIE T. MORRIS, Secretary - Treasurer 2010 BALANCES Jan. 1 Cash on Hand First Reliance checking 3,558.55 First Reliance-CD # 2529 45,542.55 First Reliance-Interest CD# 2529 99.19 $ 49,200.29 RECEIPTS Payments - Student Loans 1,716.30 Interest - Student Loans 608.70 Interest - Investments 806.83 Transferred to CD 2,451.25 5,583.08 Total $ 54,783.37 DISBURSEMENTS Grand Encampment $ 97.36 Student Loans - Secretary-Treasurer 115.44 Secretary 115.44 Social Security & Withholding 38.24 Bond 159.00 Transferred to CD 2,451.25 2,976.73 Total for which to account $ 51,806.64 2010 BALANCES Dec. 31 Cash on Hand $ - First Reliance - Checking 3,791.65 First Reliance - CD # 2529 48,000.00 Interest accrued on CD # 2529 14.99 Total $ 51,806.64 The books and records of the Secretary - Treasurer have been audited by the audit committee and a copy of this report has been filed with the Grand Recorder of the Grand Encampment Educational Committee. The following budget for 2012 covering operational expenses was recommended and adopted. Expense Mileage for banking 270.00 Bond 159.00

Total $ 429.00

SCHOLARSHIP RECEPIENTS 2011 Marlee Clair McCullough 2012

MEMBERS OF THE EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION D. Samuel Tennyson (3 years) Chairman Johnnie T. Morris, (1 year) Secretary-Treasurer Leroy J. Delionbach (5 years) H. Ted Burgess (2 years) Don S. Blair (4 years) Adopted… 133 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 133

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON CHRISTIAN RELATIONS

To: The Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina: Our Christian Relations within South Carolina and beyond are vital to our Faith. The words to describe it best are those of the hymn of affection and fellowship that says, “Blest be the tie that binds our hearts in Christian Love.” During this past year we were able to express Christian Love and Affection by attending funeral services in Tennessee of Sherry and Sir Knight Sid Dorris. We had the good fortune of having SK Sid as an officer of the Grand Encampment and also as a dual member here in South Carolina. We all mourned his death and the death of his wife, Sherry that preceded his own passing. I would have you take note that several Sir Knights from South Carolina went to be with family at that time. Their presence gave evidence of our personal Christian Relations with the Dorris family and Sir Knights in Tennessee. Our heartfelt thanks go out to SK Johnnie Morris, SK Ted Burgess, SK Gordon Cartrette (others?) who was “the tie that binds our hearts in Christian Love.” Never underestimate how much your personal presence means to companions in good as well as in bad times. Christian Relations make us a stronger Order. Do your best to extend them wherever and whenever you can.

Respectively Submitted,

Robert L. Blackwell (2), Chairman Hugh J. Bickley (2), Emeritus Rodney K. Powell (19) Haywood Fowler (25) Johnnie T. Morris (2) Adopted…

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON NECROLOGY

To: The Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina:

One of the great gifts our Creator has bestowed on us is the gift of the art of remembering. There is no better time for that gift to be engaged than when we give a solemn and sincere moment to recall those Sir Knights who died during 2010. One hundred and fifty-two companions (152) fell from our ranks this past year, all tried and true soldiers of the Order, who served with us to lift high the Cross of Christ We are grateful to God for their steadfast leadership and noble efforts while with us and hold them in our personal devotions, our Asylums, and our present Conclave, praying, “Almighty God, with whom the Spirits of faithful soldiers of the cross are in joy and felicity, we give you our humble and grateful thanks for their service with us and pray that they may continue to go from strength to strength in laudable service in the world of light, life, and love where you forever reign. Amen.

Fraternally Submitted,

Robert L. Blackwell (2), Chairman Hugh J. Bickley (2), Emeritus Rodney K. Powell (19) Haywood Fowler (25) Johnnie T. Morris (2) Adopted… 134 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 134

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON THE HOLY LAND PILGRIMAGE

To: The Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina:

The Committee met several times during 2010 in order to administer the Pilgrimage Fund. The committee accepted with regret the resignation of Rev. Rodney K. Powell, conducted a successful drive to collect money for the 2011 Holy Land Pilgrimage, selected Rev. Jeffrey Lynn Gaskins, minister of North Conway Baptist Church, as our pilgrim, and commissioned him on January 9, 2011 at that Church with a delegation of Sir Knights from Conway Commandery #25. Arrangements have been made for Rev. Gaskins to report on his experience as our 2010-11-pilgrim minister in the Holy Land. He will do this during the afternoon session of our Conclave on March 14, 2011. The committee submits to this 104th Conclave of Sir Knights a proposal for underwriting future pilgrimages entitled, “An Accord.” and awaits your good pleasure pertaining to it.

Total cost in 2010 for this trip was $3500.00 The Holy Land Pilgrimage fund balance, Dec. 31, 2010 - $ 1,118.09

Please direct all communications and donations for this program to the Grand York Rite Office to the attention of The Holy Land Pilgrimage Committee.

Respectively Submitted,

Robert L. Blackwell (2), Chairman Hugh J. Bickley (2), Emeritus Haywood Fowler (25) Rodney K. Powell (19) Johnnie T. Morris (2) Adopted…

(This was made before the opening of the Commandery) REMARKS OF REV. JEFFREY LYNN GASKINS OF NORTH CONWAY BAPTIST CHURCH FROM THE 2011 HOLY LAND PILGRIMAGE

Rev. Jeffrey Gaskins made a report of his trip to the Holy Land. He stated that he was with a good group, and they had an excellent guide named Ezra who was very knowledgeable. He talked of their travels and how his visit brought the area alive. In his 25 years as pastor and his study of the maps, mountains and cities of biblical times, he can now see it when reading and studying. He stated that the best part of the trip was walking in the footsteps of Jesus. He spoke of his preconceived ideas of how the sites should look, and they are very different due to the many years of building and changes that take place over time; but you must focus on what happened there and what Jesus and his disciples were doing at the time. He stated that we must take our experiences and concentrate on what God wants to do in our lives. 135 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 135

AN ACCORD BETWEEN THE GRAND YORK RITE BODIES AND THE GRAND COMMANDERY OF SOUTH CAROLINA FOR FUNDING THE ANNUAL HOLY LAND PILGRIMAGE

To: The Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina: Basics We agree that we shall participate in the Holy Land Pilgrimage program of the Grand Encampment of the United States. We agree The Holy Land Pilgrimage Committee appointed by the Grand Commandery is in charge of this program in South Carolina. We agree that the Grand York Rite Office, PO Box 7463, Columbia, SC 29202, is the place for receiving communications and donations for the Holy Land Pilgrimage. We agree that minister candidate(s) must be endorsed by a Commandery of South Carolina. We agree there are three ways the Holy Land Pilgrimage Fund is raised annually: 1. It is provided by donations made by the York Rite Bodies in South Carolina; 2. It benefits from personal donations made by supporters of the program; and, 3. It benefits occasionally from Commanderies that select, endorse, and fund all expenses of a pilgrim Minister, working in conjunction with and through the Holy Land Pilgrimage Committee of S. C. Funding Accord The Holy Land Pilgrimage Committee of the Grand Commandery agrees: 1. To receive and oversee at the Grand York Rite Office all funds for the Pilgrimage program. 2. To keep a ledger of all contributions of York Rite Bodies in increments of three hundred and fifty dollars ($350.00). 3. To present to York Rite Bodies a participation plaque when they have accumulated three hundred and fifty dollars ($350) in donations to the Holy Land Pilgrimage Fund. 4. To provide to York Rite Bodies who have earned a plaque a participation bar that can be attached to the base of the plaque when they have given an amount equal to another three hundred and fifty dollars ($350). 5. To give additional participation bars to York Rite Bodies each time an increment of three hundred and fifty dollars ($350.00) is attained. 6. To recognize a Commandery that endorses and underwrites the expenses of the trip for a minister(s) with a special plaque. 7. To recognize donors of individual gifts to the program with an appropriate certificate or plaque. The York Rite Bodies of South Carolina agree: 1. To contribute annually a voluntary donation to the Holy Land Pilgrimage Fund (suggested goal is $1.00 per York Rite member.) 2. To forward this amount to the Grand York Rite, P.O. Box 7463, Columbia. SC 29202 by June 30th. 3. To concur that when total donations received by June 30th and current Fund balance equal the amount spent for the pilgrimage in the previous year that the Holy Land Pilgrimage Committee will select a minister candidate in September as the minister pilgrim for the next trip. The total cost for one pilgrim minister in 2010 was $3500.00. The HLP Fund has a balance of $1,118.09 as of December 31, 2010. 4. To excuse a Commandery that nominates and underwrites the full expenses of a pilgrim from the voluntary donation collection in that year. 5. To permit the Holy Land Pilgrimage Committee to solicit additional donations for the Fund if and when an unexpected situation arises. 6. To receive and adopt at the annual Conclave of Knights Templar the Holy Land Pilgrimage Report that includes trip cost and fund balance. We, the York Rite Bodies of S.C. and the Committee of the Holy Land pilgrimage of the Grand Commandery of South Carolina do endorse and adopt this accord March 14, 2011 at Greenville SC. ------The Timeline for Holy Land Pilgrimage Participation Nomination of Minister(s) ...... any time all year Official Forms for Minister Candidates ...... March/April Deadline for Contributions from Bodies ...... June 30th Selection of Pilgrim(s) ...... September Credentials and Fees to National Office ...... October 15th Orientation of Pilgrim(s) ...... November/December Commissioning of Pilgrim(s) ...... January Holy Land Pilgrimage Trips ...... February/March ------136 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 136

REPORT OF FINANCE COMMITTEE

To: The Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina:

We have carefully analyzed the income and expenditures for 2010-2011 and submit the following budget for the year beginning March 1, 2011 through February 29, 2012: Estimate Spent Estimate GRAND COMMANDERY 2010-2011 2010-2011 2011-2012

Grand Encampment Dues 41,238.00 41,238.00 39,744.00 K. T. Eye Foundation 1,574.00 1,574.00 1,476.00 Salaries: Grand Recorder 9,100.00 9,100.00 9,100.00 Grand Treasurer 1,350.00 1,350.00 1,350.00 Secretary 8,650.00 8,650.00 8,650.00 Annual Communication Expense 1,500.00 3,147.22 * 1,500.00 Director of IRS - Social Security 1,500.00 1,461.36 1,500.00 Federal Employment Tax 150.00 168.85 170.00 S. C. Employment Tax 250.00 161.45 165.00 Bond - Commandery Officers 150.00 133.67 150.00 Office Space Expense 3,000.00 3,000.00 3,000.00 Office Furniture & Equipment & Maintenance 650.00 636.75 300.00 Telephone & Web Service 550.00 505.68 550.00 Supplies: Saleable 1,000.00 1,579.35 1,000.00 Office Consumable & Stationery For Grands 800.00 804.91 800.00 Proceedings 1,200.00 1,100.00 1,000.00 Contingent Fund 150.00 67.25 150.00 Past Grand Commander Regalia 325.00 325.00 325.00 Grand Commander Travel & Miscellaneous 1,900.00 1,900.00 1,900.00 Grand Recorder Travel & Miscellaneous 635.00 635.00 635.00 Triennial Meeting: Grand Commander 0.00 0.00 0.00 Grand Recorder 0.00 0.00 0.00 SE Area Meeting: Grand Commander 200.00 200.00 200.00 Deputy Grand Commander 200.00 0.00 200.00 Grand Recorder 67.00 67.00 67.00 Grand Treasurer 67.00 67.00 67.00 Annual State-wide Educational Meeting 50.00 43.39 50.00 Waynesville Summer Assembly 50.00 50.00 50.00 Ladies Entertainment for Grand York Rite 450.00 321.20 450.00 Eye Foundation Chairman Postage 100.00 100.00 100.00 Ad for Amaranth Assembly Program 60.00 0.00 60.00 DeMolay Development & Extension 200.00 200.00 150.00 Rainbow Girls 50.00 50.00 100.00 77,166.00 78,637.08 74,959.00 * Money received from ticket sales -2,812.33 TOTALS 77,166.00 75,824.75 74,959.00 137 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 137

PER CAPITA INCREASE IN GRAND COMMANDERY

This was proposed in 2010 and carried over to 2011:

The Sir Knights below, being a current or Past Commander, hereby propose a $2.00 increase of the current per capita for the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina. This will raise the annual per capita from $16.00 to $18.00. Constituent Commanderies will be assessed the increase beginning with the next ensuing calendar year after its adoption.

Respectively submitted,

Michael E. Copeland Joe Parnell Glenn Greene, III James Barr Adopted.

FINANCE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS

We recommend that as much as may be necessary be appropriated for the purchase of saleable supplies. We recommend approval of the reports of the Grand Treasurer and Grand Recorder as referred to this committee. We recommend that the Grand Treasurer, Grand Recorder and Chairman of the Finance Committee be authorized to invest as much of our funds as they deem best in Government Bonds, AAA Utility Bonds and/or insured Savings and Loan Associations. We recommend that if the R.E. Grand Commander and/or the V.E. Deputy Grand Commander is/are unable to attend the Southeastern York Rite Conference and the E. Grand Generalissimo and/or E. Grand Captain General does attend that the monies appropriated in our budget be given to the E. Grand Generalissimo and/or E. Grand Captain General to help with their expenses. We recommend continued assistance to KTEF, financed as usual. We recommend the continued support of the Holy Land Pilgrimage to be financed as usual. We recommend continued support of Masonic youth groups as contained in the budget. We recommend continued support of the Lucius A. and Margaret B. Todd Fund of South Carolina, Inc., financed as usual. We recommend that the Grand Secretary-Recorder maintain office space at 1518 Hampton Street, Columbia, South Carolina for another year or unless more suitable space is found at a comparable rate of rent. The Finance Committee has reviewed recommendations of the Grand Commander and all recommendations are addressed in the budget except items #17 & #18, funds are not available at this time. The expenses of Grand Commandery as addressed in this budget should not exceed our income this year.

Fraternally submitted,

Jerry M. Owens (4), Chairman Michael Copeland (11) Earl P. Hudgens (4) Adopted.

138 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 138 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR CROSS OF HONOR AWARD The Right Eminent Grand Commander announced the recipient of the Knights Templar Cross of Honor Award was SK Terry Shaver of Newberry Commandery #6 and SK Nelson Horton of Gaffney Commandery #18. RECIPIENTS OF THE KNIGHTS TEMPLAR CROSS OF HONOR AWARD * 1965-66 O. Leo Johnson (10) 1994-95 Harvie Bailey (1) * 1966-67 S. A. Bannister (11) * 1995-96 C. Hulon Graves (2) * 1967-68 Wm. M. Richardson Sr (9) * 1996-97 John L. Lane (10) * 1968-69 Geoorge W. Romanstine (2) 1997-98 Walter H. Johnson (3) * 1969-70 Walter Kirk Murray (14) * 1998-99 Lucius A. Todd (11) 1970-71 J. C. "Mike" Hubbard (17) ~ 1999-00 William W. Rainey (21) * 1971-72 G. Mackey Salley (9) * 2000-01 George B. Senft (2) * 1972-73 John N. Moore (3) 2001-02 Dana P. Rickards (9) * 1973-74 Vernon A. Amick (2) * 2002-03 Robert H. Teuton (15) * 1974-75 Hugh N. Layne (3) 2003-04 John H. Pearson (1) * 1975-76 James L. Kemp (5) 2004-05 W. Eldred Johnson (25) * 1976-77 W. Gates Lanford (3) 2005-06 J. Allen Prescott (20) * 1977-78 Gilbert C. Nunnery (15) 2006-07 Bobby J. Sprouse (3) * 1978-79 John H. Wynn (1) * 1986-87 G. Fred Smith (2) 2007-08 Jerry O. Glenn (4) * 1979-80 John N. Grice (2) * 1987-88 C. E. Longberry Jr. (20) 2008-09 Lee Duncan (21) * 1980-81 W. T. Metts (21) * 1988-89 Charles A. McLees (4) 2009-10 Rev. Hugh J. Bickley (2) * 1981-82 Neal H. Brown Jr. (12) * 1989-90 James Edward Wilson (1) 2010-11 Terry Shaver (6) 1982-83 Vernon A. Bradham (2) 1990-91 J. Frank Gilliland (17) 2010-11 Nelson Horton (18) * 1983-84 LeRoy W. Wells (20) 1991-92 G. Ray Marsh (11) * 1984-85 David H. Minshall (22) * 1992-93 Charlie L. Moore (22) * 1985-86 Thurston B. Gramling (9)* 1993-94 James Gaston Dover (14) KNIGHTS COMMANDER OF THE TEMPLE AND COMPANIONS OF THE TEMPLE * 1993 Alfred Alsbrook, KCT 1998 T. Henry Waldrep, KCT * 2006 Ralph S. Riggs, KCT * 1993 Willard F. Bond Jr., KCT 1999 Robert J. Bean Sr., KCT * 2006 Charles O. Snyder III, KCT 1993 Richard L. Harding, KCT 1999 G. Kent Elkins, KCT * 2006 Becky Lou Snyder, CT 1993 G. Ray Marsh, KCT 1999 H. Haywood Fowler, KCT 2007 Michael E. Copeland, KCT * 1993 H. Dwight McAlister, KCT 1999 J. Allen Prescott, KCT 2007 Hal Gregory, KCT * 1993 J. B. McGuirt, KCT 2001 Gary B. Hinson, KCT 2007 L. Aubrey Haynes, KCT 1993 J. Frank Gilliland, KCT 2001 Mary Ann Marsh, CT 2007 Earl Hudgens, KCT * 1993 H. Wallace Reid, KCT 2001 Alberta Maxey, CT 2007 Delores W. Sutherland, CT 1993 D. Sam Tennyson, KCT 2001 Phillip G. Russell, KCT 2007 James W. Sutherland, KCT * 1994 Vernon A. Amick, KCT * 2001 George L. Seyle, KCT 2007 Howard C. Tucker Jr., KCT * 1994 James T. Berry, KCT * 2001 Donaleen Q. Tennyson, CT 2008 Douglas R. Knauer, KCT * 1994 Jesse C. Branham, KCT 2001 Brenda Truesdale, CT 2008 Lynnell K. Knauer, CT 1994 J. Gordon Cartrette, KCT 2001 Carl R. Truesdale, KCT 2008 Jack A. Marler, KCT * 1994 J. Maurice Day, KCT 2002 John T. Davis Sr., KCT 2008 Velma Lane Tennyson, CT * 1994 H. Gregory Hiers, KCT 2002 Kathy L. Freeman, CT 2009 Martha W. Haynes, CT * 1994 Robert C. Hopple, KCT 2002 Douglas G. Lee, KCT 2009 Elaine Sealy, CT 1994 Jerry M. Owens, KCT 2002 Joseph L. McGee, KCT 2009 Jasper B. Varn Jr., KCT 1994 Clarence E. Turner, KCT 2002 Eric A. Meace, KCT 2009 Ronald McGonigal, KCT * 1995 Everette T. Deitz, KCT 2002 Judy G. Morris, CT 2010 Joe Parnell, KCT 1995 Leroy J. Delionbach, KCT 2002 Charles D. Snyder, KCT 2010 Grenfell M. Leonard, KCT 1995 Johnnie T. Morris, KCT 2002 Albert J. Wyatt, KCT 2010 Gerald Carver, KCT 1995 Ford M. Thornton Jr., KCT 2003 Cathy Blair, CT 2010 Esther G. Leonard, CT 1995 Norman E. Wood, KCT 2003 Jane Harding, CT 2010 Mary W. Burgess, CT 1997 Hugh J. Bickley, KCT 2003 Mary McGee, CT 1997 Don S. Blair, KCT 2003 William J. Peeples Jr., KCT 1997 Johnnie L. Bolt, KCT 2003 Larry S. Rhodes, KCT 1997 Lee Roy Bruce Sr., KCT 2003 Rawl J. Scheibler, KCT 1997 J. Sam Burton, KCT 2003 Richard W. Sealy, KCT 1997 Tom R. Clark Jr., KCT 2004 Becky Bean, CT 1997 Charles R. Everett, KCT 2004 R. Henry Brown, KCT 1997 Robert H. Jackson, KCT 2004 David J. DeChant, KCT 1997 William R. Logan, KCT 2004 Lavoda Hiers, CT 1997 Robert V. Pinkston, KCT 2004 Robert W. Kendrick, KCT * 1997 Harold Rhodes, KCT 2005 N. Haskell Brabham, KCT 1997 Charles H. Roberts Jr., KCT 2005 Archie B. Davis, KCT 1997 Richard A. Wesner, KCT 2005 Henry E. Smoak, KCT 1997 Robert D. Yonce, KCT 2006 Samuel E. Beckham, KCT 1998 Harvie B. Bailey, KCT 2006 Howard T. Burgess Sr., KCT 1998 Lloyd F. Christopher, KCT 2006 Floyd W. Goff, KCT 1998 J. C. Hubbard Jr., KCT 2006 Wm. B. Hadwin Sr., KCT * 1998 Gilbert L. Martin, KCT 2006 Yvonne Hadwin, CT * 1998 Donnie E. Richey, KCT 2006 Jay Adam Pearson, KCT 1998 R. Butler Satterfield, KCT 2006 John H. Pearson, KCT 139 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 139

REPORT OF GRAND COMMANDERY BY-LAWS COMMITTEE

To: The Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina This report will propose a change for clarification of the published "Suggested By- Laws for a Commandery" concerning exclusions afforded to members of the Knight Templar Eye Foundation and issues related to clarification of "Suggested By-Laws for Commandery Committees." This report will consist of three parts: Part I.: State the proposed change to Article IV (Fees, Dues and Membership), Section 8., and Article VII (Committees), Section 1., for the purpose of presentation to the Jurisprudence Committee who will determine if these issues conflict with the Constitution and Statutes of the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina or with the Laws of the Grand Encampment. Part II.: If Part I. is acceptable, provide the proposed changes to Article IV (Fees, Dues and Membership), Section 8., and Article VII (Committees), Section 1., to the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina for the purpose of adoption. Part III.: General By-Laws Committee Recommendations. The following is described in Chapter IX for "Suggested By-Laws for a Commandery" as included in the South Carolina Grand York Rite website for the published Constitution and Statutes of the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina - 2010." Part I. Current ARTICLE IV (Fees, Dues and Membership), Section 8. --- "Section 8. In addition to the above fees, there shall be levied upon each Sir Knight (unless he is a Life Sponsor, Patron Member or a member of the Grand Commanders' Club or Grand Masters' Club of the Knight Templar Eye Foundation) an annual per capita tax of one ($1.00) dollar payable along with the above fees which shall be turned over the Grand Commandery and by it to the Grand Encampment for the use of the Knight Templar Eye Foundation." Proposed Change to ARTICLE IV (Fees, Dues and Membership), Section 8. "Section 8. In addition to the above fees, there shall be levied upon each Sir Knight, unless he is a Life Sponsor, Associate Patron, or Patron Member, an annual per capita tax of one ($1.00) dollar payable along with the above fees which shall be turned over the Grand Commandery and by it to the Grand Encampment for the use of the Knight Templar Eye Foundation." Description of Change to ARTICLE IV (Fees, Dues and Membership), Section 8 Remove: ". . . Life Sponsor, Patron member . . ” and "(unless he is a Life Sponsor, Patron Member or a member of the Grand Commanders' Club or Grand Masters' Club of the Knight Templar Eye Foundation)". Insert - ", unless he is a Life Sponsor, Associate Patron, or Patron Member, . . ." By-Law Committee Report – 3/2011 Reason for Change to ARTICLE IV (Fees, Dues and Membership), Section 8. --- According to officials in the office of the Knight Templar Eye Foundation; Sir Knight William H. Koon, II - Most Eminent Grand Master, has stipulated that only a Life Sponsor, Associate Patron, or Patron Member may be exempted from the Per Capita Tax. Additionally, those in the 33° Degree Club ($33.00) and Order of the Purple Cross Club ($33.00) are not exempted even though they have given more than the $30.00 required for the exemption. 140 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 140

--- Current ARTICLE VII (Committees), Section 1. --- "Section 1. A Finance Committee (or Audit Committee) of three members shall be appointed by the Commander at every Conclave which shall have a general supervision of the finances of the Commandery, making such reports and recommendations thereon as the Commandery or Commander may require. It shall examine and report upon the annual reports and books of the Treasurer and Recorder." --- Proposed Change to ARTICLE VII (Committees), Section 1. and add Section 2. --- "Section 1. A Finance Committee consisting of three members shall be appointed by the Commander each year, at the Annual Conclave, which shall have a general supervision of the finances of the Commandery, making such reports and recommendations thereon as the Commandery or Commander may require. Additionally, this committee shall propose an annual budget to be brought before the membership to be voted upon for approval and implementation. Section 2. An Audit Committee consisting of three members shall be appointed by the Commander each year, at the Annual Conclave, which shall examine and report upon the annual returns and books of the Treasurer and Recorder." --- Description of Change to ARTICLE VII (Committees), Section 1. --- Complete rewrite of Article VII to include the Finance Committee, Section 1., and Audit Committee, Section 2. This change also includes a description of the duties for each committee. --- Reason for Change to ARTICLE VII (Committees), Section 1. --- A clarification of the Finance and Audit Committees duties is desired. Therefore, a division and description of duties will provide the needed clarification as well as their Annual Appointments. Jurisprudence Committee The committee has reviewed the proposed changes to Articles IV (Fees, Dues and Membership), Section 8., and Article VII (Committees), Sections 1. and 2., and have determined that they do not conflict with the Constitution and Statutes of the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina or with the Laws of the Grand Encampment. Therefore, the committee recommends the adoption of the proposals and that they replace Articles IV (Fees, Dues and Membership), Section 8., and Article VII (Committees), Section 1. and 2., of the published "Suggested By-Laws for a Commandery" concerning exclusions afforded to members of the Knight Templar Eye Foundation and issues related to clarification of "Suggested By-Laws for Commandery Committees."

Jurisprudence Committee Concurrence: X Yes ___ No

SK Richard A. Wesner, (1, 22) PGC – Chairman SK G. Ray Marsh (11) HPGC SK J. Gordon Cartrette (10, 25) SK Lee Roy Bruce, Sr. (14) PGC, SK Norman E. Wood (23) PGC

End of Part I. 141 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 141

Part II. Motion: This committee moves for the adoption of the changes to Articles IV (Fees, Dues and Membership), Section 8., and Article VII (Committees), Sections 1. and 2., as stated in Part I. and as concurred with by the Jurisprudence Committee, as follows: --- Proposed Change to ARTICLE IV (Fees, Dues and Membership), Section 8. --- "Section 8. In addition to the above fees, there shall be levied upon each Sir Knight, unless he is a Life Sponsor or Patron Member (Associate - $50.00 or Patron - $100.00) an annual per capita tax of one ($1.00) dollar payable along with the above fees which shall be turned over the Grand Commandery and by it to the Grand Encampment for the use of the Knight Templar Eye Foundation." --- Proposed Change to ARTICLE VII (Committees), Section 1. and add Section 2. --- "Section 1. A Finance Committee consisting of three members shall be appointed by the Commander each year, at the Annual Conclave, which shall have a general supervision of the finances of the Commandery, making such reports and recommendations thereon as the Commandery or Commander may require. Additionally, this committee shall propose an annual budget to be brought before the membership to be voted upon for approval and implementation. Section 2. An Audit Committee consisting of three members shall be appointed by the Commander each year, at the Annual Conclave, which shall examine and report upon the annual returns and books of the Treasurer and Recorder." ADOPTED: X Yes ____ No

End of Part II. Part III. The By-Laws Committee has reviewed Recommendation No. 15 contained in the Address of Sir Knight C. Todd Schofield, Right Eminent Grand Commander. The committee agrees that a review of the Grand Commandery Constitution and Statutes should be performed by this committee and this should be a task laid out for the ensuing year. Additionally, changes have been recommended and passed at this Grand Conclave to update portions of the Suggested Form for By-Laws of Constituent Commanderies and this will be included in the published information for the Grand Commandery on the South Carolina Grand York Rite website. Further, the By-Laws Committee is available to assist the Constituent Commanderies in their endeavors to update their respective Conclave By-Laws. The Grand Commandery Constitution and Statutes have been published on the Grand York Rite website as approved by this Grand Conclave on March 10, 2009. The By-Laws Committee will review the current published product and will consider any changes that may be needed. Further, should any Sir Knight identify a potential revision, please communicate the recommendation to this committee. Additionally, the Officers Manual has been published on the Grand York Rite website and is now available for use.

Therefore, it is the recommendation of this committee that:

1. The South Carolina Grand Commandery Constitution and Statutes, as published on the Grand York Rite website, is now available and we recommend it be printed by our membership for their use and by this committee for their review; 142 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 142

2. The Constituent Commanderies of South Carolina should undertake a review of their By-Laws and, if required, contact this committee for any assistance; and, 3. The Sir Knights of South Carolina may provide recommendations to this committee for suggested Constitution and/or Statutes changes that should be considered by the Grand Commandery of South Carolina.

ADOPTED: X Yes ___ No

End of Part III

Motion: This Committee now moves for the adoption of this report in its entirety! Respectfully and Fraternally Submitted,

J. Sam Burton (17), PGC, Chairman G. Ray Marsh (11), PGM- HPGC H. Ted Burgess, (11) PGC Adopted…

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON JURISPRUDENCE

To: The Grand Commandery, Knights Templar of South Carolina: We have received the Grand Commander’s report delineating his activities during the past year. We commend him on his many in and out of state visits and the splendid manner in which he represented our Grand Commandery and Templar Masonry. This Committee was not called upon for any decisions during the past year. All dispensations signed by our Grand Commander were of a routine nature and in compliance with Templar Law. Copies of these are available in the Grand Recorder’s office. Changes to the By-Laws by the following Commanderies were proper and in compliance with Templar Law:

Delphi No. 8 Aiken No. 14 Rock Hill No. 15 Gaffney No. 18

The granting of dual memberships to the following Sir Knights was proper and in accordance with the Constitution and Statutes of our Grand Commandery:

J. Gordon Cartrette ...... Delphi No. 8 A. Glenn Green, III ...... Delphi No. 8 W. Frank Rogers, Jr...... Delphi No. 8 Robert J. Bean, Jr...... Delphi No. 8 John R. Caulder ...... Delphi No. 8 G. Wayne Turbeville ..... Delphi No. 8 Thomas Harold Lee, Jr...... Delphi No. 8 Ed Suggs ...... Delphi No. 8 Dennis E. Case ...... Laurens No. 13 George P. Latta ...... Laurens No. 13

The appointment of Representatives of this Grand Commandery to other Grand Commanderies and of those of other Grand Commanderies near the Grand Commandery of South Carolina was proper and in order.

Fraternally submitted,

Richard A. Wesner (22), Chairman Lee Roy Bruce (14) G. Ray Marsh (11) H. Ted Burgess (11) J. Gordon Cartrette (8, 10) Norman E. Wood (23) Adopted… 143 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 143

REMARKS OF SK TERRY PLEMONS SOUTHEASTERN DEPARTMENTAL COMMANDER

SK Terry Plemmons thanked everyone for the hospitality shown him in this great state. He brought greetings and best wishes from his boss, SK William H. Koon, Most Eminent Grand Master of the Grand Encampment, USA. He mentioned the sad occasion last fall in Julian, TN where Sid Dorris was laid to rest but spoke of the many Sir Knights from South Carolina in attendance. He told of Sir Knight Sid Dorris’ affection for SC and how much he cherished his membership given to him by SC. He thanked everyone for the support of the eye foundation and its importance in this uncertain time with medical insurance. SK Terry talked about the Holy Land pilgrimage and how many lives it has touched. He mentioned the Southeast Conference coming this year in Chattanooga and that we should be looking at our younger members and encouraging them to come. He spoke of the Templars coming together as many small lights to make one bright light and challenged everyone to renew their commitment. He concluded with apologies to Most Worshipful Brother Rickman for having to leave before speaking with him and left us with lines from a song which state that living he loved me, dying he saved me, rising he will judge me and the hope that we will all be found faithful on that great last day.

REMARKS OF MOST WORSHIPFUL BARRY A. RICKMAN GRAND MASTER OF MASONS IN SOUTH CAROLINA

GM Rickman talked of meeting Terry Plemmons last year and appreciates him coming to be a part of our group. He mentioned that it was a pleasure to be here, and that we had a very good session this year.

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Seated (L to R) Ted Burgess, Zeb Morgan, Doug Amyx, Jack Holmes, Marcus Burdette, Johnnie Morris, Bob Blackwell 2nd Row (L to R) Nelson Horton, James Barr, Robert Jordan, Bill Driver, Jimmy Phillips, ___, Jerry O. Glenn 3rd Row (L to R) Joe Lee Elam, Rob Lacer, Joe Granger, James Duckett, ___, Craig Cagle 145 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 145

ELECTION AND INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS

ELECTED Jack Holmes (18) ...... Grand Commander Douglas L. Amyx (5) ...... Deputy Grand Commander Zebulon V. Morgan, III (20) ...... Grand Generalissimo Gerald D. Burton (17) ...... Grand Captain General H. Ted Burgess (11) ...... Grand Treasurer Johnnie T. Morris (2) ...... Grand Recorder

APPOINTED Nelson D. Horton (18) ...... Grand Senior Warden James Barr (11) ...... Grand Junior Warden Robert L. Blackwell (2) ...... Grand Prelate Hugh J. Bickley (2) ...... Grand Prelate, Emeritus Robert L. Jordan (18) ...... Grand Standard Bearer Bill Driver (14) ...... Grand Sword Bearer Jimmy Phillips (18) ...... Grand Warder Jerry O. Glenn (4) ...... Grand Sentinel

DISTRICT REPRESENTATIVES

FIRST DISTRICT Joe Lee Elam (23), 18 Wood Eden Ln., Bluffton, SC 29910 South Carolina #1 – Charleston Hampton #23 – Hampton Orangeburg #9 – Orangeburg

SECOND DISTRICT Rob Lacer (14), 189 Deer Springs Rd., Clark Hill, SC 29821 Columbia #2 – Columbia Newberry #6 – Newberry Greenwood #5 – Greenwood Aiken #14 – Aiken

THIRD DISTRICT L. Joe Granger (17), 115 Allee St., Clemson, SC 29631 Greenville #4 – Greenville S. Maner Martin #17 – Clemson Anderson #11 – Anderson Easley #21 – Easley Laurens #13 – Laurens

FOURTH DISTRICT James Duckett (16), PO Box 38049, Rock Hill, SC 29732 Spartanburg #3 – Spartanburg Union #16 – Union Chester #7 – Chester Gaffney #18 – Gaffney Rock Hill #15 – Rock Hill

FIFTH DISTRICT L. Craig Cagle (20), 850 Gray Fox Trail, Sumter, SC 29154 Camden #12 – Camden Sumter #20 –Sumter Lancaster #19 - Lancaster

SIXTH DISTRICT Charles Webster (25), 653 Tiger Paw Rd., Loris, SC 29569 Delphi #8 – Bennettsville Florence #10 – Florence Myrtle Beach #22 – Myrtle Beach Conway #25 – Conway Winyah #24 – Georgetown

Sir Knight D. Samuel Tennyson, PSEDC, presided over the election of the above elected Officers and the GC appointed the remainder of the Officers. A motion was made and unanimously approved that Rev. Hugh J. Bickley be made the Grand Prelate, Emeritus of the Grand Commandery of South Carolina for 17 years of spiritual guidance not only the Grand Commandery but also as Grand Chaplain for the other 2 several years. Sir Knight D. Samuel Tennyson, PSEDC, installed the newly elected and appointed Grand Officers assisted by Sir Knight Terry Plemons, SEDC Marshall; and Reverend and Sir Knight Hugh J. Bickley, Grand Prelate, Emeritus offered prayer. 146 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 146

SHOULDER STRAPS The Grand Commandery of South Carolina presented to retiring Grand Commander Todd Schofield, shoulder straps for a Past Grand Commander in appreciation and fraternal love for his devotion and efforts over the years. Sir Knight Jack Holmes presented the shoulder straps to Sir Knight Schofield.

PAST GRAND COMMANDER’S JEWEL The Past Grand Commander’s jewel, which has been worn by the Junior Past Grand Commander, Sir Knight Haywood Fowler for the past year, was presented to Sir Knight Todd Schofield, to be worn until the next Annual Conclave.

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON UNFINISHED BUSINESS To: The Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina: Your Committee on Unfinished Business reports that all business coming before this Annual Conclave has received proper consideration. Fraternally submitted,

Lee Roy Bruce, Sr. (14) Chairman

Adopted… John T. Davis, Sr. (20) Richard W. Sealy (15)

ADJOURNMENT The business of the Annual Conclave having been completed, the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of South Carolina adjourned with prayer by Sir Knight Robert L. Blackwell, E. Grand Prelate, at 5:00 p.m. to meet in the City of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, March 11 and 12, 2012.

Jack Holmes

Grand Commander

ATTEST:

Johnnie T. Morris, Grand Recorder 147 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 147

2011 – 2012 COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS

The Grand Commander announced the following committees for 2011-2012:  APPEALS AND GRIEVANCES: Don S. Blair (3), Chairman; Robert D. Yonce (14) Lloyd F. Christopher (1)  AUDITING: Lee Roy Bruce, Sr. (14), Chairman; G. Kent Elkins (4) Douglas G. Lee (18) R. Henry Brown (12) BY-LAWS: J. Sam Burton (17), Chairman; G. Ray Marsh (11) H. Ted Burgess (11) CHARTERS AND DISPENSATIONS: N. Haskell Brabham (2), Chairman; Don S. Blair (3) Richard A. Wesner, (22, 1)  CHRISTIAN RELATIONS: Robert L Blackwell (2), Chairman; Haywood Fowler (25, 22) Edward C. Suggs (25) Hugh J. Bickley (2), Emeritus Johnnie T. Morris (2)  CREDENTIALS AND RETURNS: Douglas G. Lee, (18), Chairman; Johnnie T. Morris (2) Hal Gregory (19) R. Henry Brown (12) H. Ted Burgess (11) Robert J. Bean, Sr. (10, 25) Albert Wyatt (15) DOINGS OF GRAND OFFICERS: Richard W. Sealy (15), Chairman; Jerry M. Owens (4) Ford M. Thornton, Jr. (14) John T. Davis (20) EDUCATION: Lloyd F. Christopher (1), Chairman; Doug Amyx (5), DGC Zebulon Morgan (20), GG Gerald Burton (17), GCG Joe Lee Elam, (23) {#1} Rob Lacer (14) {#2} Joe Granger (17) {#3} James Duckett (16) {#4} Craig Cagle (20) {#5) Charles Webster (25) {#6} EYE FOUNDATION: Richard W. Sealy (15), Chairman; Leroy J. Delionbach (14) H. Ted Burgess (11) Richard A. Wesner (22, 1)  FINANCE: Jerry M. Owens (4), Chairman; Michael E. Copeland (11) Earl P. Hudgens, Jr. (4)  HOLY LAND PILGRIMAGE: Robert L. Blackwell (2), Chairman; Edward C. Suggs (25) Haywood Fowler (25, 22) Hugh J. Bickley (2), Emeritus Johnnie T. Morris (2), Treasurer HONORARY PAST GRAND COMMANDERS: H. Haywood Fowler (25, 22), Chairman D. Samuel Tennyson (15, 10) Leroy J. Delionbach (14) N. Haskell Brabham (2) INVESTMENTS: Jack Holmes (18), Grand Commander, Chairman; Jerry M. Owens (4), Chairman Finance Committee H. Ted Burgess (11) G. Treasurer Doug Amyx (5) Deputy Grand Commander Johnnie T. Morris (2), G. Recorder  JURISPRUDENCE: Richard A. Wesner (22, 1) Chairman; G. Ray Marsh (11) J. Gordon Cartrette (8, 10) Lee Roy Bruce (14) J. Sam Burton (17)  LIFE MEMBERSHIP FUND: A. Glenn Greene III (8), Chairman; G. Kent Elkins (4) Phillip Russell (1) Johnnie T. Morris (2) Floyd W. Goff (12) J. Gordon Cartrette (8, 10) H. Ted Burgess (11) Albert J. Wyatt (15) William R. Logan (5)  MASONIC YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS: Robert J. Bean, Sr. (10, 25), Chairman; G. Kent Elkins (4) Bobby J. Sprouse (3) MEMBERSHIP: Lee Roy Bruce, Sr. (14), Chairman; Doug Amyx (5), DGC Zebulon Morgan (20), GG Gerald Burton (17), GCG Joe Lee Elam, (23) {#1} Rob Lacer (14) {#2} Joe Granger (17) {#3} James Duckett (16) {#4} Craig Cagle (20) {#5) Charles Webster (25) {#6}  NECROLOGY: Robert L. Blackwell (2), Chairman; Hugh J. Bickley (2), Emeritus Haywood Fowler (22, 25) Edward C. Suggs (25) Johnnie T. Morris (2)  PATRIOTISM AND CIVIC ACTIVITIES: Michael E. Copeland (11), Chairman; O. Walt Sealy (15) N. Haskell Brabham (2)  RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION: Dana P. Rickard (9), Chairman; N. Haskell Brabham (2) W. Penn Colvin (7) TACTICS AND UNIFORMS: John T. Davis Sr. (20), Chairman; Doug Amyx (5), DGC Zebulon Morgan (20), GG Gerald Burton (17), GCG Richard A. Wesner (22, 1) J. Sam Burton (17) C. Bud Turner (21)  TIME AND PLACE: Richard Sealy (15), Chairman; Bob Kendrick (4) Carl Truesdale (12) UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Lee Roy Bruce, Sr. (14), Chairman; John T. Davis (20) J. Sam Burton (17)

 - 1 Report for All 3 Bodies given in Joint Session  - Basically same Committee, Different reports in each Body 148 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 148

NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF LIVING PAST GRAND COMMANDERS

1964-65 Thomas B. Clark, Jr. (10) Thelma ...... 4202 Exum Dr., W. Columbia SC 29169 1974-75 Sam L. Grant, Jr. (7) Edith ...... 1330 India Hook Rd. Apt 224, Rock Hill SC 29732 1975-76 Clarence E. Turner (21) Margie ...... 147 Summit Dr., Easley SC 29640 1981-82 Norman E. Wood (23) Frances ...... 368 Grass Hill Rd., Estill SC 29918 1982-83 Ford M. Thornton, Jr. (14) Betty ...... 138 Joyce Branch Rd., Aiken SC 29805 1984-85 Glenn R. Watts (19) Peggy ...... 4945 Rowell Rd., Lancaster SC 29720 1985-86 Richard L. Harding (18) Jane ...... P. O. Box 937, Gaffney SC 29342 1987-88 R. Butler Satterfield (13) Betty ...... P. O. Box 38, Laurens SC 29360 1988-89 Jerry M. Owens (4) Anne ...... 104 Riley Rd., Greenville SC 29611 1990-91 D. Samuel Tennyson (15) Velma ...... 999 Took Place, Florence, SC 29505 1992-93 Leroy J. Delionbach (14) Ferris ...... 221 Hartwell Dr., Aiken SC 29803 1992 * J. C. Hubbard, Jr. (17) Margaret ...... 150 Downs Blvd, #A214, Clemson SC 29631 1992 * G. Ray Marsh (11) Mary Ann ...... P. O. Box 2185, Lexington SC 29071 1995-96 Johnnie T. Morris (2) Judy ...... 110 Holborn Ct., Columbia SC 29210 1996-97 Lee Roy Bruce, Sr. (14) Anna ...... 69 Ward Cir, Aiken SC 29801 1997-98 Don S. Blair (3) Cathy ...... 338 Indian Summer Ln., Boiling Springs SC 29316 1998-99 J. Sam Burton (17) ...... 701 Hampton Rd., Liberty SC 29657 1999-00 Richard A. Wesner (22) Fran ...... 108 Morton Circle, Myrtle Beach SC 29579 2000-01 Harvie Bailey (1) Caroline ...... 102 Indian Waters Trail, Batesburg SC 29006 2001-02 John T. Davis, Sr (20) ...... 2425 Peach Orchard Rd., Sumter SC 29154 2002-03 Mark Ben Cable (15) Karen ...... 1185 Crows Nest, Rock Hill, SC 29730 2004-05 N. Haskell Brabham (2) Elinor ...... 1011 Laurel St., Lexington, SC 29073 2005-06 Richard W. Sealy (15) Elaine ...... 204 Arbor Ct., Rock Hill, SC 29732 2006-07 H. Ted Burgess (11) Mary ...... 114 Susie Rd., Belton, SC 29627 2007-08 William B. Hadwin (23) Yvonne ...... PO Box 702, Estill, SC 29918 2008-09 William R. Hall (21) Mary Ann ...... 505 Farrs Rd., Easley, SC 29640 2009-10 Haywood Fowler (25) Darla ...... 669 Wright Rd., Tabor City, NC 28463 2010-11 C. Todd Schofield (2) Julia ...... 1146 Nazareth Rd., Lexington, SC 29073

* HONORARY – PAST GRAND COMMANDER 149 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR of SOUTH CAROLINA 149 GRAND RECORDERS Grand Commandery Recorder Address Grand Encampment Lawrence E Tucker Bellaire TX 77401 5909 W Loop S Suite 495 Alabama Hiram O Williams Jr Birmingham AL 35210 PO Box 100333 Arizona David G Stankow Phoenix AZ 85003 345 W Monroe St Arkansas Royce H Taylor Pine Bluff AR 71613 PO Box 1207 California Kenneth G Hope Long Beach CA 90813 801 Elm Ave Canada James W Gerrard Toronto Ontario Canada 3130 Lakeshore Blvd W M8V 1L3 Colorado James E Erickson Denver CO 80202 1614 Welton St #503 Connecticut Vincent A Cowie Middletown CT 06457 1 Inverness Sq Delaware Franklin R Townsend Wilimington DE 19808 905 Bradley Dr Dist Of Columbia Paul S Newhall Oak Hill VA 20171 13611 Dairy Lou Ct Florida Dencel R Smith Tallahassee FL 32303 2913 Joyce Dr Georgia Wade C Smith Macon GA 31201 811 Mulberry St Idaho David A Grindle Meridian ID 83646 2642 N Sweetwood Ave Illinois Robert K Cronk Rock City IL 61070 PO Box 37 Indiana Lawrence V Kaminsky Highland IN 46322 PO Box 1690 Iowa Willard M Loper Sperry IA 52650 10348 Sperry Rd Kansas Wayne H Rollf Topeka KS 66601 PO Box 1217 Kentucky William G Hinton Shelbyville KY 40065 615 Frankford Rd Louisiana Bowdre McDowell New Orleans LA 70150 PO Box 50357 Maine L Richard Duross Saco ME 04072 284 Bradley St Maryland Vernon H. Huebschman Pasadena MD 21122 8100 Foxberry Lane Apt 1402 Mass & RI Robert C Corr Boston MA 02111 186 Tremont St Room 405 Michigan Vernon T Barnhart Battle Creek MI 49016 PO Box 498 Minnesota Harland L Thomesen Shoreview MN 55126 1037 W County Rd D Mississippi Micky P McMahan Meridian MS 39302 PO Box 1030 Missouri Frederick A Troxel Jr Blue Springs MO 64029 2102 NE Colonnade Ave Montana Dean Lindahl Conrad MT 59425 PO Box 824 Nebraska Bruce T Anderson Lincoln NE 68502 2010 S 26th St Nevada Hans J Scheurer Reno NV 89505 PO Box 2425 New Hampshire Robert Sutherland Greenland NH 03840 380 Bayside Rd New Jersey Edward A Hesley Mantua NJ 08051 185 Cardinal Ave New Mexico Paul A Brehm Albuquerque NM 87193 PO Box 66059 New York Robert Cave Ridge NY 11961 137 Glen Dr North Carolina Robert A Schafer Raleigh NC 27619 PO Box 17212 North Dakota Merle L Huhner Fargo ND 58106 PO Box 9544 Ohio Bruce D Basil Van Buren OH 45889 15607 Twp Rd 218 Oklahoma Gary A Davis Drumright OK 74030 PO Box 1223 Oregon Dalvin L Hollaway Canyonville OR 97417 PO Box 767 Pennsylvania Walter G DePrefontaine Philadelphia PA 19107 1 N Broad St Philippine Islands Isaac F Arribas Jr Ermita Manila, Philippine Islands 1440 San Marcelino St South Carolina Johnnie T Morris Columbia SC 29202 PO Box 7463 South Dakota Harland F Peterson Sioux Falls SD 57103 2713 E Pioneer Tr #2 Tennessee Rick Hoover Nashville TN 37203 100 7th Ave N #3 Texas Loyd L Chance Dallas TX 75201 507 S Harwood St Utah Owen C Orton W Valley UT 84120 4220 S 4900 West Vermont Bruce R Howard Rutland VT 05701 17 Tuttle Meadow Dr Virginia Nelson C Trinkle Richmond VA 23223 4101 Nine Mile Rd Washington Norman F Campo Bremerton WA 98337 823 High Ave West Virginia Gene R Baker Wheeling WV 26003 83 14th St Wisconsin Milton F Gregory Dousman WI 53118 36275 Sunset Dr Wyoming Ronald A Van Ekeren Laramie WY 82072 10712 Hidalgo Dr 150

GRAND REPRESENTATIVES

Near South Carolina Near Other Jurisdictions Grand KNIGHTSGRANDTEMPLAR OF SOUTHCOMMANDERY, CAROLINA Name Address Commandery Name Address TennysonD Samuel Tennyson Florence SC 29505 999 Took Place Alabama Roger A Simmons Newton AL 36352 PO Box 268 HubbardJ C Hubbard Jr Clemson SC 29631 150 Downs Blvd Apt A214 Arizona Leslie J Ross Sun City AZ 85351 12220 Augusta Dr HiersTodd Humphries Gaffney SC 29340 109 Thompson St Arkansas Bill A Jones Dover AR 72837 PO Box 245 BeanRobert J Bean Jr Fork SC 29543 1807 Old River Rd California W Bruce Pruitt Los Altos Hills CA 94022 14101 Manuella Rd BradhamVernon A Bradham Chapin SC 29036 135 Indian Cove Rd Colorado Ross A Allen Hotchkiss CO 81419 2962 Hwy 92 WinnRonald G Winn Hampton SC 29924 605 Shaw Dr Connecticut Kenneth R Sheldon Jr Plainfield CT 06374 95 Flat Rock Rd BruceLee Roy Bruce Sr Aiken SC 29803 69 Ward Cir Delaware Albert H Westerside New Castle DE 19720 710 W 12th St SmithWayne C Smith Columbia SC 29206 2208 Greenoaks Rd Dist Of Cola William A Willis Jr Arlington VA 22207 5509 North 31st St HolmesJames J Holmes Gaffney SC 29340 105 Redbud Ln Florida Edwin B Moore III Ormond Beach FL 32174 8 Barbara Ct WaldrepT Henry Waldrep Westminster SC 29693 106 Waldrep Dr Georgia Paul E Wells Fortson GA 31808 1234 Smith Rd WattsGlenn R Watts Lancaster SC 29720 4945 Rowell Rd Idaho James M Rees Boise ID 83709 8380 W Brookview Dr ChristopherLloyd F Christopher Charleston SC 29414 2931 Foxhall Rd Illinois Harold F McKay Oswego IL 60543 420 Prairieview Dr SealyRichard W Sealy Rock Hill SC 29732 204 Arbor Ct Indiana James R Adamson New Salisbury IN 47161 1300 Hwy 64 NE LeeFrancis G Lee Gaston SC 29053 411 Wayne St Iowa Harley E Holm Stockport IA 52651 RR 1 Box 106 WesnerRichard A Wesner Myrtle Beach SC 29579 108 Morton Cir Italy Enzo Pulvirenti Cantania Italy Via Canalicchio n77-95125 ElkinsG Kent Elkins Greenville SC 29607 307 Wembley Dr Kansas James H Nolte Great Bend KS 67530 2433 Walnut Dr EptingTommie S Epting Charleston SC 29412 829 Robert E Lee Blvd Kentucky Herbert D Sledd Winchester KY 40391 6326 Colby Rd ChandlerGregory J Chandler Belton SC 29627 116 Meeks Dr Louisiana Thomas E Harper Slidell LA 70458 1520 Englewood Dr WoodNorman E Wood Estill SC 29918 368 Grass Hill Rd Maine Maurice E Googins Ellsworth ME 04605 390 Douglas Hwy BeanRobert J Bean Sr Florence SC 29503 PO Box 1413 Maryland Louis F Bandell Jr Lutherville MD 21093 211 Ridgely Rd SlateThomas L Slate Ft Mill SC 29715 1079 Peachtree Ln Mass & RI Joe Lee Elam Bluffton SC 29910 18 Wood Eden Ln

BaileyKenneth R Brackens Conway SC 29526 2742 Cultra Rd Michigan Carl S Hobday Clarkston MI 48016 160 N Holcomb RhinehartBarnette L Rhinehart II Spartanburg SC 29301 108 Crescent Rd Minnesota Mark A Anderson Eden Prairie MN 55344 11220 Windrow Dr

LacerRob Lacer Clarks Hill SC 29821 189 Deersprings Rd Mississippi William A Wheeler Booneville MS 38829 41 CR 5061 150 ParnellJoseph Parnell Williamston SC 29697 109 Edgewood Dr Missouri Ronald E Wood Jr St Joseph MO 64506 1904 N 36th St 151

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Near South Carolina Grand Near Other Jurisdictions KNIGHTSGRANDTEMPLAR OF SOUTHCOMMANDERY, CAROLINA Name Address Commandery Name Address LeeDouglas G Lee Gaffney SC 29341 221 Nancy Ln Montana Bradford L Huffman Conrad MT 59425 Route 2 Box 389 BurgessHoward T Burgess Jr Simpsonville SC 29680 105 Seminole Dr Nebraska Lyle R Nicholson Papillion NE 68046 925 S Harrison BurgessH Ted Burgess Belton SC 29627 114 Susie Rd Nevada Floyd W Buell Henderson NV 89015 780 Fountain Hills DeChantDavid J DeChant Goose Creek SC 29445 12 Folksten Pl New Hampshire Allen L Ilsley Weare NH 03281 P O Box 400 SatterfieldR Butler Satterfield Laurens SC 29360 P O Box 38 New Jersey Louis W Bradley Moorestown NJ 08057 120 Mount Laurel Rd TurnerClarence E Turner Easley SC 29640 147 Summit Dr New Mexico Melvin C Symonds Farmington NM 87402 2913 E 19th St SealyO Walt Sealy Rock Hill SC 29730 3250 Pinetuck Ln New York Lou Leone Farmingville NY 11738 195 Horseblock Rd MorrisJohnnie T Morris Columbia SC 29202 P O Box 7463 North Carolina Robert A Schafer Raleigh NC 27614 213 Season Dr HardeeWilson C Hardee Johnsonville SC 29555 P O Box 65 North Dakota Andrew R Caylor Washburn ND 58577 PO Box 449 TeutonRobert H Teuton Rock Hill SC 29732 244 Hillcrest Dr Ohio Arthur S Holmes Hilton Head SC 29926 14 Bethel Ct GrantSam L Grant Jr Rock Hill SC 29732 1330 India Hook Rd Apt 224 Oklahoma Gary A Davis Drumright OK 74030 620 W Cherry St HadwinWilliam B Hadwin Estill SC 29918 P O Box 787 Oregon Kenneth R Palen Salem OR 97302 2665 Alvarado Ter S JohnsonTony Bizakis Rock Hill SC 29730 311 Stephanie Ln Pennsylvania Richard Baker Aston PA 19014 406 Garden Lane RuckmanDana P Rickards Cope SC 29038 5411 Bamberg Rd Philippine Islands Antonio F Joson Jr Caloocan City Philippine Isle 131 Guadalupe St JolleyGary B Jolley Gaffney SC 29340 532 Filter Plant Rd South Dakota Maurice E Webb Aberdeen SD 57401 1202 N 4th St HardingRichard L Harding Gaffney SC 29342 P O Box 937 Tennessee Herbert Glenn Beck Bulls Gap TN 37711 140 Pleasant View Rd ClarkA Glenn Greene III Latta SC 29565 815 Bethea Ext Texas John E Gibson Lone Oak TX 75453 P O Box 446 AmickNoel Rogers N Charleston SC 29406 8596 Cislo Ct Utah David H Nelson Sandy UT 84072 3277 E English Way SchofieldA. C. Flora, IV W Columbia SC 29169 1248 Glenn St Vermont Guy W Oldenburgh Westford VT 05494 14 Learned Dr ThorntonWilliam F Rogers Jr Fork SC 29543 2226 Old River Rd Virginia Roy B Henderson Jr Saltville VA 24370 P O Box 584 DelionbachLeroy J Delionbach Aiken SC 29803 221 Hartwell Dr Washington Anthony Baxter Sequim WA 98382 106 Davenhill Ln

PeeplesWilliam J Peeples Jr Early Branch SC 29916 424 Geneva Dr West Virginia Pete Y Turner Morgantown WV 26508 P O Box 200 714 Venture Dr OwensJerry M Owens Greenville SC 29611 104 Riley Rd Wisconsin Mark Nelson Oregon WI 53575 102 Janesville St

BrabhamN Haskell Brabham Lexington SC 29073 1011 Laurel St Wyoming Jack E Nixon Wheatland WY 82201 PO Box 698 151 152 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 152

MINUTES KNIGHT CRUSADERS of the CROSS of SOUTH CAROLINA Saturday, February 26, 2011

The Assembly of Knight Crusaders of the Cross was duly opened at 1:30 p.m. at the Masonic Temple, 1518 Hampton Street, Columbia, S.C. with 36 + 12 = 48 members and candidates signing the registers including the following officers:

J. Frank Gilliland {3} ...... Knight Crusader of the East S. Hal Gregory {5} ...... Knight Crusader of the West Robert V. Pinkston {1} ...... Knight Crusader of the South L. Aubrey Haynes {4} ...... Knight Crusader of the North Johnnie T. Morris, PKCE ...... Knight Crusader Treasurer-Recorder Gary Hinson {2} ...... Knight Crusader of the Holy Cross J. Gordon Cartrette {6} ...... Knight Crusader of the Asylum H. Ted Burgess {3} ...... Knight Crusader of the Temple

Pledge of Allegiance was given. Knight Crusader Treasurer-Recorder read petitions for the following and the ballot was spread and they were duly elected to receive the degree:

Anthony Bizakis Myron Emory Creel James Gerald Keller ♦ Thomas E. Blackwood (11) ♦ Robert E. Eberly Jr (10) George Fredric Peet John Wallace Busbin Roy Steven Fields Stanley David Stroud James Lloyd Chubb Alton Glenn Greene III ♦ Charles T. Ware II (10) James Chris Collins Charles Hogan Hairston Patrick Carroll Coxe ♦ George G. Harper (09) ♦ Not Present (10) Year Carry-Over

The degree team consisting of the following Knight Commanders conferred the degree of Knight Crusader of the Cross on the above listed petitioners who were present:

William R. Logan, PKCE ...... KCE H. Ted Burgess ...... KCN T. Henry Waldrep, PKCE ...... KCW Hal Gregory ...... KCS Todd Schofield, PKCE ...... KCHC J. Gordon Cartrette ...... KCT

COMMITEES FOR 2010 - 2011:

Audit: KC J. Gordon Cartrette, Chairman; KC J. Frank Gilliland. Finance: KC Robert V. Pinkston, Chairman; KC Hal Gregory. Nominating: PKCE William R. Logan, Chairman, PKCE T. Henry Waldrep. Installing: PKCE Bill Logan, Chairman, PKCE T. Henry Waldrep.

KCE Gilliland recognized all Past KCE present 6, all Past Grand Commanders present 3, and recognized the Grand Commander and there were 6 Grand Commandery Officers present. KCE Gilliland then recognized M.W. Jack Marler and he recognized Tony Bizakis.

Minutes of February 27 2010 were approved, copies being in the hands of the members. Adopted

Motion made that we donate $60.00 to the KTEF and purchase 2 Life Eye Sponsors for 2 of our deserving Knight Crusaders who were not already Eye Sponsors, $10.00 to the scgyr web site and $50.00 to the Square and Compass. Adopted

Motion made that the Treasurer-Recorder pay all other bills found to be found due and correct. Adopted 153 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 153

The Nominating Committee presented the following slate of officers to serve for the Ensuing year: S. Hal Gregory {5} ...... Knight Crusader of the East L. Aubrey Haynes {4} ...... Knight Crusader of the West Gary B. Hinson {2} ...... Knight Crusader of the South J. Gordon Cartrette {6} ...... Knight Crusader of the North Johnnie T. Morris, PKCE {2} ...... Knight Crusader Treasurer-Recorder H. Ted Burgess {3} ...... Knight Crusader of the Holy Cross L. Craig Cagle {5} ...... Knight Crusader of the Asylum Dana P. Rickards {1} ...... Knight Crusader of the Temple

The above named officers were elected by acclamation and were installed by PKCE William R. Logan assisted by PKCE Robert J. Bean, Sr. as Marshal.

KCE Gregory thanked the Knight Crusaders for electing him, requested that the degree team confer the work in 2011 under the direction of PKCE William R. Logan, and then KCE Gregory made the following appointments.

COMMITEES FOR 2011 - 2012:

Audit: KC J. Gordon Cartrette, Chairman; KC Carl R. Truesdale, Nominating: PKCE William R. Logan, Chairman; PKCE T. Henry Waldrep

Installing: PKCE William R. Logan, Chairman; PKCE Robert J. Bean Sr.

KCE S. Hal Gregory closed the meeting at 2:33 p.m.

Johnnie T. Morris, PKCE Treasurer/Recorder J. Frank Gilliland {3} Knight Crusader of the East, Presiding

Knight Crusader of the East, Elected

PAST KNIGHT CRUSADERS OF THE EAST

1994 Richard L. Harding {4} 2006 Clarence E. Turner {3} * 1995 H. Gregory Hiers {1} 2007 Leroy J. Delionbach {2} 1996 D. Samuel Tennyson {4} 2008 R. Henry Brown {5} 1997 Jerry M. Owens {3} 2009 Robert J. Bean Sr. {6} 1998 G. Kent Elkins {3} 2010 J. Frank Gilliland {3} 1999 William R. Logan {2} 2010H Robert V. Pinkston {1} 2000 Ford M. Thornton, Jr. {2} 2011 J. Frank Gilliland {3} 2001 Johnnie T. Morris {2} H * 2001 Jesse C. Branham {1} 2002 T. Henry Waldrep {3} 2003 Richard A. Wesner {6} 2004 Douglas G. Lee {4} 2005 Joseph L. McGee {2}

* Deceased {#} District * Honorary PKCE 154 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 154

REPORT OF THE TREASURER-RECORDER KNIGHT CRUSADERS of the CROSS of SOUTH CAROLINA

I herewith submit my report for the period of January 1, 2010 to December 31, 2010: January 1, 2010 Balance: Series “I” Bonds ...... $ 3,917.06 First Reliance (CD #20312530) ...... 2,307.58 Interest on (CD# 20312530) ...... 53.74 Cash on Hand ...... 457.86 Total ...... $ 6,736.24

RECEIPTS December 31, 2010 Received From 14 Candidates ...... $ 280.00 Rituals & Jewels ...... 305.00 Series I Bonds (Interest Accrued) ...... 211.68 First Reliance (Interest #20312530) ...... 73.28 869.96 Total ...... $ 7,606.20

DISBURSEMENTS December 31, 2010 Square & Compass ...... $ 50.00 Grand York Rite (printing & postage) ...... 25.00 KTEF ...... 60.00 Grand York Rite (web site) ...... 10.00 145.00 Total to account for ...... $ 7,461.20

December 31, 2010 Series ‘I’ Bonds ...... $ 4,128.74 First Reliance (CD# 20312530) ...... 2,361.32 Interest on CD # 20312530 ...... 73.28 Cash on Hand ...... 897.86 Total ...... $ 7,461.20

Fraternally submitted,

Johnnie T. Morris, PKCE Knight Treasurer-Recorder

Statistical Report Members 1/1/2010 ...... 271 2/27/2010 Candidates ...... 14 285 Losses ...... 7 Total Membership 12/31/2010 ...... 278 Adopted…

REPORT OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE

To: The Knight Crusaders of the Cross of South Carolina:

We herewith submit our report.

We have examined the books of the Knight Treasurer-Recorder of the Knight Crusaders of the Cross of South Carolina and find them to be neatly and correctly kept and all funds accounted for.

The balance of the Treasurer-Recorder as of December 31, 2010 is as follows:

Series ‘I’ Bonds ...... $ 4,128.74 Cash on Hand ...... 897.86 First Reliance (CD 20312530) ...... 2,361.32 Interest on CD 20312530 ...... 73.28 Total ...... $ 7,461.20

Fraternally submitted,

J. Frank Gilliland, Chairman J. Gordon Cartrette Adopted…

155 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 155

Robert J. Bean, Sr. Johnnie T. Morris, PP

724 Kitty Ln. P. O. Box 7463

Florence, SC 29501 Columbia SC 29202

Minutes of Called Meeting to Receive & Ballot on Petitions Saturday, January 22, 2011

The Priory met in a Called Conclave for the purpose of balloting on proposals at 11:00 a.m. at the Masonic Temple, 1518 Hampton Street, Columbia, SC with the following officers present: A total of 56 Members signed the Register.

Robert J. Bean, Sr. {6} ...... Prior Douglas G. Lee {4} ...... Deputy Prior William R. Logan {2} ...... Warder J. Gordon Cartrette, PP {6} ...... Treasurer Johnnie T. Morris, PP {2} ...... Registrar Hal Gregory {5} ...... Prelate G. Kent Elkins {3} ...... Orator Phillip G. Russell {1} ...... Herald Prior Robert J. Bean, Sr. opened the meeting and introduced the Grand York Rite Officers present: ME Charles Schofield, GHP; MI Walt Sealy, GM; and SK Jack Holmes, VEDGC who introduced the other GYR Officers present. He then recognized Lloyd Christopher, Intendent General, RCC of SC; RPD Johnnie T. Morris, Grand Governor of SC, Sovereign YR College of North America; and RW Jay Adam Pearson, DGM of South Carolina who introduced MW’s Gerald Carver, Kent Elkins, Sam Tennyson and G. Ray Marsh, PGM’s. He then stated that the purpose of the meeting was to ballot on the candidates that had been proposed for membership. The following named Companions and Sir Knights who have presided over the four bodies of the York Rite by choice of their Companions and Sir Knights were proposed and elected to receive the Knight York Cross of Honour:

Zachary Durham Arthur Stanley Bruce Cheek Steven Dewayne Hames Homer Walker Babb John Wayne Eudy Samuel Todd Humphries Gerald David Burton Larry Joe Granger Jon George Lindsey Lawrence Craig Cagle Christopher C. Grantham

Those balloted on previously that could not make it in 2010 and have paid their fees will be notified of the date this year. (Roy Clinton Triplett and Johnny Steve Summers) There being no further business, the Priory was closed with prayer at 11:50 a.m.

Johnnie T. Morris, PP Robert J. Bean, Sr. Adopted… Registrar Prior

156 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 156

ANNUAL CONCLAVE PALMETTO PRIORY NO. 54, KYCH

The 54th Annual Conclave of Palmetto Priory No. 54 convened at the Masonic Temple, 1518 Hampton Street, in Columbia, South Carolina, Saturday afternoon at 1:30 p.m.; March 26, 2011 with the following officers in their stations. Sixty (45+3+11= 59 Members, Visitors and Inductees were present.

Robert J. Bean, Sr. {6} ...... Prior Douglas G. Lee {4} ...... Deputy Prior William R. Logan {2} ...... Warder J. Gordon Cartrette, PP ...... Treasurer Johnnie T. Morris, PP ...... Registrar Hal Gregory {5} ...... Prelate G. Kent Elkins {3} ...... Orator Phillip G. Russell {1} ...... Herald, Prior Bean opened the meeting with prayer given by Hal Gregory, Prelate. Pledge of Allegiance to the flag was then given. Prior Bean then allowed MEx Companion Lloyd Christopher to present the apron that belonged to MI John Martschink Jr, PMIGM when he had presided over the Grand Council in 1980-81 to the Grand Recorder, Johnnie Morris per his family’s request. The Prior then requested the following to fill the stations and confer the KYCH degree on 11candidates elected at the stated meeting on January 22, 2011: Buck Jolley ...... Prior Richard Sealy ...... Deputy Prior Glenn Stacey ...... Warder Jimmy Phillips ...... Prelate Gary Martin ...... Orator O. Walt Sealy ...... Herald Dennis Sentell ...... Music and Prompter

Lectures given with Music by: Doug Lee ...... Symbolic Masonry Mike Copeland ...... Capitular Masonry Temp Dickson ...... Cryptic Masonry Jack Holmes ...... Chivalric Masonry

The following were inducted into the KYCH: Homer Walker Babb ...... 643 Christopher C. Grantham ...... 649 Gerald David Burton ...... 644 Steven Dewayne Hames ...... 650 Lawrence Craig Cagle...... 645 Samuel Todd Humphries ...... 651 Stanley Bruce Cheek ...... 646 Johnny Steven Summers ...... 652 John Wayne Eudy ...... 647 Roy Clinton Triplett ...... 653 Larry Joe Granger ...... 648 * Jon George Lindsey ...... 654 * was not present but asked permission from MEGM Allen Surratt to induct him at his home because of his health. Prior Bean recognized Lloyd Christopher, Intendent General; Johnnie Morris and Gordon Cartrette, Grand Governor and Deputy Grand Governor of S.C.; and Bill Logan, PGM of the Allied Masonic Degrees. Prior Bean recognized ME Robert J. Bean, Jr., MEGHP who brought greetings from the Grand Chapter of SC and he then introduced his Officers (7) and recognized the 12 Past Grand High Priests present: MI Joe Parnell, MIGM was then recognized and he brought Greetings from the Grand Council of SC and recognized his Officers (7) and (15) Past Most Illustrious Grand Masters were present; and SK Jack Holmes, REGC and he brought greetings from the Grand Commandery and he then recognized his Officers (7) and (4) Past Grand Commanders. 157 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 157

REPORT OF THE TREASURER Palmetto Priory #54, KYCH I herewith submit my report for the period of January 1, 2010 to December 31, 2010: January 1, 2010 Balances: Wachovia Bank (Checking) $ 3,278.45 Wachovia Bank (CD) 13,169.32 $ 16,447.77 RECEIPTS 2010 Deposits $ 2,147.00 Interest on CD $ 229.36 2,376.36 Total $ 18,824.13 DISBURSEMENTS 2010 239 Square & Compass $ 100.00 240 Grand York Rite 90.00 241 Judy Morris/ Kathy Freeman 423.00 242 Convent General 1,050.00 243 Convent General (3 Certificates) 30.00 244 KYCH Medical Foundation 200.00 245 Joe McGee - Decorations 36.33 1,929.33 Total to Account $ 16,894.80 December 31, 2010 Balances Wachovia Bank (Checking) $ 3,496.12 NBSC (CD) 13,398.68 $ 16,894.80

Adopted.

REPORT OF THE REGISTRAR Palmetto Priory #54, KYCH

I herewith submit my report for the period of January 1, 2010 to December 31, 2010: RECEIPTS 2010 Fees for 7 Candidates @ $225.00 $ 1,575.00 Dinner tickets (46 @ $10 each) 460.00 Rituals, Jewels,Lapel Pins & 3 KYGCH 112.00

Total $ 2,147.00 DISBURSEMENTS 2010 Paid to J. Gordon Cartrette, Treasurer $2,147.00 $ 2,147.00

STATISTICAL REPORT January 1, 2010 Membership 291 Candidates received March 27, 2010 7 Affilated Dual 0 Restored 0 Total Gain 7 Sub Total 298 Deaths 9 Demitted 1 Dropped 2 Total Loss 12 December 31, 2010 Present Membership 286

Adopted. 158 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 158

The Past Priors were then recognized (Frank Gilliland, Gordon Cartrette, Johnnie Morris and Allen Prescott) VEm D. Allen Surratt, Grand Master General, was then recognized. He brought greetings from Convent General. He then introduced VEm David Hargett, PGMG and REm Pete Cook, PRep. VEM Surratt then stated that the degree work was exceptional and made a few other brief remarks. The report of the Treasurer and the Registrar were read and Adopted as read. The report of the Audit Committee was read by Gary B. Hinson and Adopted as read. Motion made and duly seconded and adopted to donate $100.00 to the Square and Compass for use of the building and to pay all bills found to be due and correct and also to contribute $200.00 to the Knight York Cross of Honour Medical Foundation in compliance with our responsibility to support our charities. Adopted The Nominating Committee consisting of PP J. Gordon Cartrette, PP R. Henry Brown and PP Johnnie T. Morris made its report and there being no nominations from the floor the following were elected and installed by VEm. Allen Surratt, Installing Officer; VEm. David Hargett, Installing Chaplain and REm Pete Cook, Installing Marshall.. Douglas G. Lee. {4} ...... Prior William R. Logan {2} ...... Deputy Prior Hal Gregory {5} ...... Warder J. Gordon Cartrette, PP ...... Treasurer Johnnie T. Morris, PP ...... Registrar G. Kent Elkins {3} ...... Prelate Phillip G. Russell {1} ...... Orator Robert J. Bean Jr {6} ...... Herald Prior Lee announced the following Committees: Auditing Committee: Gary B. Hinson, Ford M. Thornton, Jr. and Henry Brown. Nominating Committee: R. Henry Brown, Gordon Cartrette, and Johnnie T. Morris. There being no further business the Priory was closed at 3:48 p.m. Preceding the meeting at 12:30 p.m. a delicious banquet was held in the dining hall there were 60 members, ladies and guests in attendance. While the men were in the meeting the ladies enjoyed fellowship in the dining hall.

Johnnie T. Morris, PP Robert J. Bean Sr. Registrar Prior, Presiding

Douglas G. Lee Prior, Elected

REPORT OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE ( 3/26/2011) / To: Palmetto Priory No. 54, Knights of the York Cross of Honour: We herewith submit our report. We have examined the books of the Treasurer and Registrar of Palmetto Priory No. 54, Knight York Cross of Honour and find them to be neatly and correctly kept and all funds accounted for. The balance of the Treasurer as of December 31, 2010 is as follows:

Wachovia Bank, Checking ...... $ 3,496.12 NBSC (CD)...... 13,398.68 Balance ...... $ 16,894.80 Fraternally submitted,

Gary B. Hinson, Chairman

Ford M. Thornton, Jr., PP R. Henry Brown, PP Adopted… 159 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 159

The Secretaries’ – Recorders’ Guild Organized April 24, 1928 - Chartered December 16, 1928

RENAMED & CRITERIA FOR MEMBERSHIP CHANGED: Past Officers Association No. 2 of South Carolina with the By-Laws Adopted April 19. 1933

Palmetto Priory No. 54, KYCH Chartered October 6, 1956

PAST PRESIDENTS of the PAST OFFICERS ASSOCIATION

* Thomas P. Johnson {2} ...... 1928 * Fred S. McFadden {4} ...... 1952 * O. Frank Hart {2} ...... 1929-1931 * Joseph E. Hart {4} ...... 1953 * W. W. Wannamaker {1} .... 1932-1938 * Jack C. Pate {5} ...... 1954 * Joseph Lindsay {4} ...... 1938-1944 * Harry R. Stevens {1} ...... 1955 * Sam T. Landham {4} ...... 1945-1949 * John S. Taylor {3} ...... 1956 * Paul T. McNeel {4} ...... 1950 * Robert W. Coleman {4} ...... 1957 * A. J. M. Wannamaker {1} ...... 1951

The Past Officers Association merged with Palmetto Priory No. 54 in 1957.

PAST PRIORS OF PALMETTO PRIORY NO. 54

* Henry F. Collins {1} ...... 1957-1958 * Lowell M. Reed {4} ...... 1985 * Dr. William E. Simpson {4} ...... 1959 * Wallace J. Knopp {2} ...... 1986 * Dr. E. I. Johnson {4} ...... 1960 * T. Harry White {4} ...... 1986 * J. Anderson Bass {4} ...... 1961 * George W. Romanstine {2} ...... 1987 * R. Lewis Smith {3} ...... 1962 G. Ray Marsh {3} ...... 1988 * Marion A. Park {2} ...... 1963 Norman E. Wood {1} ...... 1989 * Wm. M. White {4} ...... 1964 Sam L. Grant, Jr. {4} ...... 1990 * George Henry Rodgers {1} ...... 1965 * Vernon A. Amick {2} ...... 1991 * Joseph Miller Black, Sr. {3} ...... 1966 * Charles C. Adams {6} ...... 1992 * V. P. Patterson {4} ...... 1967 * Ford M. Thornton, Jr. {2} ...... 1993 * Thomas B. Clark, Sr. {6} ...... 1968 Richard L. Harding {4} ...... 1994 * Samuel A. Bannister {3} ...... 1969 * Thomas A. Bolt {3} ...... 1995 * Claude D. Robertson {4} ...... 1970 * R. Henry Brown {5} ...... 1996 * Marion L. Watson {6} ...... 1971 * Alfred Allsbrook {5} ...... 1997 * W. Curtis Sheely {2} ...... 1972 * Charles E. Jernigan {6} ...... 1998 * Hugh N. Layne {4} ...... 1973 * Everette T. Deitz {2} ...... 1999 J. C. Hubbard, Jr. {3} ...... 1974 J. Gordon Cartrette {6} ...... 2000 * Andrew C. Gramling, Jr. {1} ..... 1975 * Jesse C. Branham {1} ...... 2001 * Robert C. Thomas {1} ...... 1976 C. E. “Bud” Turner {3} ...... 2002 * J. B. McGuirt {5} ...... 1977 Johnnie T. Morris {2} ...... 2003 * T. Scott Godfrey {4} ...... 1978 Carl R. Truesdale {5} ...... 2004 * John V. Walters {3} ...... 1979 D. Sam Tennyson {4} ...... 2005 Thomas B. Clark, Jr. {6} ...... 1980 Robert D. Yonce {2} ...... 2006 * James D. Penley, Jr. {4} ...... 1981 J. Allen Prescott {5} ...... 2007 * Robert F. Secrest {2} ...... 1982 J. Frank Gilliland {3} ...... 2008 * Willard F. Bond, Jr. {2} ...... 1982 * H. Gregory Hiers {1} ...... 2009 * John A. Dixon {4} ...... 1984 Robert J. Bean, Sr. {6} ...... 2010 W. Jay Horne {2} ...... 1983 * Deceased {#} District 160 GRAND YORK RITE BODIES OF SOUTH CAROLINA 160

INDEX Addresses: M. E. Grand High Priest (Charles Schofield) ...... 37 – 42 Topical Reference Committee Report ...... 43 M. I. Grand Master (Walt Sealy) ...... 78 – 82 Distribution of Work Committee Report ...... 83 R. E. Grand Commander (Todd Schofield)...... 120 – 125 Doings of Grand Officers Committee Report ...... 126 Adjournment (Grand Chapter) ...... 59 Adjournment (Grand Council) ...... 100 Adjournment (Grand Commandery) ...... 146 Annual Banquet and Entertainment ...... 4 Anointed High Priests, the Convention of the Grand Council of ...... 64 – 67 Awards: Adult Leadership ...... 90 Columbian Medal ...... 90 Cryptic Mason Honor ...... 90 Ish Sodi ...... 88 General Grand Chapter Medal for Meritorious Service (Bronze) ...... 52 General Grand Chapter Medal for Meritorious Service (Silver) ...... 52 Knights Templar Cross of Honor ...... 138 Knights Commander of the Temple & Companions of the Temple ...... 138 Committee Appointments: 2010 – 11 Grand Chapter ...... 35 2011 – 12 Grand Chapter ...... 57 2010 – 11 Grand Council ...... 77 2011 – 12 Grand Council ...... 99 2010 – 11 Grand Commandery ...... 119 2011 – 12 Grand Commandery ...... 147 Committee Reports: Joint Reports: Charities Fund (Lucius A. & Margaret B. Todd Fund) ...... 12 - 13 Education ...... 11 Life Membership Fund ...... 14 – 17 Masonic Youth Organizations ...... 6-8 Patriotism and Civic Activities ...... 8 Resolution of Appreciation ...... 4 Standing Resolutions ...... 5 – 6 Time and Place ...... 11 Individual Reports: Appeals and Grievances (Grand Chapter) ...... 36 Appeals and Grievances (Grand Council) ...... 87 Appeals and Grievances (Grand Commandery) ...... 115 Audit (Grand Chapter) ...... 51 Audit (Grand Council) ...... 87 Audit (Grand Commandery) ...... 130 161 GRAND YORK RITE BODIES OF SOUTH CAROLINA 161

By-Laws (Grand Chapter) ...... 48 By-Laws (Grand Council) ...... 95 By-Laws (Grand Commandery) ...... 139 - 142 Charters and Dispensations (Grand Chapter) ...... 49 Dispensations and Warrants (Grand Council) ...... 87 Charters and Dispensations (Grand Commandery) ...... 130 Credentials and Returns (Grand Chapter) ...... 34 Credentials and Returns (Grand Council) ...... 76 Credentials and Returns (Grand Commandery) ...... 115 Cryptic Masons Medical Research ...... 91 Finance (Grand Chapter) ...... 50 – 51 Finance (Grand Council) ...... 92 – 93 Finance (Grand Commandery) ...... 136 – 137 Fraternal Relations (Grand Chapter) ...... 43 Fraternal Relations (Grand Council) ...... 83 Christian Relations (Grand Commandery) ...... 133 Grand Secretary (Grand Chapter) ...... 45 – 46 Grand Recorder (Grand Council) ...... 85 – 86 Grand Recorder (Grand Commandery) ...... 128 – 129 Grand Treasurer (Grand Chapter) ...... 44 Grand Treasurer (Grand Council) ...... 84 Grand Treasurer (Grand Commandery) ...... 127 Holy Land Pilgrimage ...... 134 -135 Honorary Past Grand High Priests ...... 36 Honorary M. I. Past Grand Masters ...... 94 Honorary Past Grand Commanders ...... 125 Jurisprudence (Grand Chapter) ...... 53 Jurisprudence (Grand Council) ...... 95 Jurisprudence (Grand Commandery) ...... 142 Knights Templar Educational Foundation ...... 132 Knights Templar Eye Foundation ...... 131 Membership (Grand Chapter) ...... 49 Membership (Grand Council) ...... 91 Membership (Grand Commandery) ...... 131 Necrology (Grand Chapter) ...... 48 Memoriam (Vernon Amick) ...... 26 Broken Triangle (Grand Council) ...... 88 Memoriam (Harold Rhodes) ...... 89 Necrology (Grand Commandery) ...... 133 Memoriam ...... No Royal Arch Research Assistance ...... 47 Tactics & Uniforms ...... 130 Unfinished Business (Grand Chapter) ...... 58 Unfinished Business (Grand Council) ...... 100 Unfinished Business (Grand Commandery) ...... 146 162 GRAND YORK RITE BODIES OF SOUTH CAROLINA 162

Election and Installations: Election and Installation of Officers (Grand Chapter) ...... 55 Election and Installation of Officers (Grand Council) ...... 97 Election and Installation of Officers (Grand Commandery) ...... 145 Grand Openings: Grand Chapter ...... 27 Grand Representatives present ...... 33 Motions ...... 36 Representatives of Subordinate Chapters present ...... 34 Grand Council ...... 69 Grand Representatives present ...... 75 Motions ...... 74 Representatives of Subordinate Councils present ...... 76 Grand Commandery ...... 109 Grand Representatives present ...... 116 Motions ...... 115 Representatives of Constituent Commanderies present ...... 116 – 118 Knight Crusaders of the Cross ...... 152 – 154 Knights Templar Religious Service ...... 3 Lists: 2010 – 11 Grand Chapter Officers ...... 28 2011 – 12 Grand Chapter Officers ...... 55, 68 2010 – 11 Grand Council Officers ...... 70 2011 – 12 Grand Council Officers ...... 97, 108 2010 – 11 Grand Commandery Officers ...... 110 2011 – 12 Grand Commandery Officers ...... 145, 164 Chapters According to Districts with Representatives ...... 56 Councils According to Districts with Representatives ...... 98 Commanderies According to Districts with Representatives ...... 145 Constituent Bodies (Presiding Officers& Secretary-Recorders) ...... 20 - 24 Subordinate Chapters ...... 20 - 24 Subordinate Councils ...... 20 - 24 Constituent Commanderies ...... 20 - 24 Distinguished Guests (Out of State) ...... 9 Distinguished Guests (In State) ...... 10 Grand Representatives: Grand Chapter ...... 60 – 61 Grand Council ...... 102 – 103 Grand Commandery ...... 150 – 151 Grand Secretary-Recorders: Grand Chapter ...... 62 – 63 Grand Council ...... 104 Grand Commandery ...... 149 Past Grand Heads: Past M. E. Grand High Priests (Living) ...... 32, 56 Past M. I. Grand Masters (Living) ...... 74, 98 Past R. E. Grand Commanders (Living) ...... 114, 148 Palmetto Priory No. 54, KYCH ...... 155 – 159 163 GRAND YORK RITE BODIES OF SOUTH CAROLINA 163

Pictures and Biographical Sketches: Grand Chapter Officers 2011-2012 ...... 54 Grand Council Officers 2011-2012 ...... 96 Grand Commandery Officers 2011-2012 ...... 144 M. E. Charles Schofield (Presiding) ...... 29 M. E. Robby Bean (Elected) ...... 30 – 31 M. I. O. Walt Sealy (Presiding) ...... 71 M. I. Joe Parnell (Elected) ...... 72 – 73 S. K. C. Todd Schofield (Presiding) ...... 111 S. K. Jack Holmes (Elected) ...... 112 – 113 Remarks: M. E. Wade Smith (SERDGGHP) ...... 42 M. E. Robby J. Bean Jr (GHP Elect) ...... 58 M. I. Dennis Block (NC) ...... 94 R. P. Teddy Grogan (AL) ...... 94 R. P. Doug Soltow ...... 94 M. I. Joe Parnell ...... 97 S. K. Terry Plemons, SEDC ...... 143 M. W. Barry Rickman ...... 10, 143 S. K. Walter Spiller, Executive Officer, DeMolay SC ...... 6 Statistical Reports: Grand Chapter ...... 46 Grand Council ...... 86 Grand Commandery ...... 129 Thrice Illustrious Master’s Council ...... 105 – 107 Welcome to Greenville, Manager of Embassy Suites ...... 4 164 GRAND COMMANDERY, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA 164

2011-2012 OFFICERS OF GRAND COMMANDERY KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF SOUTH CAROLINA

ELECTED

Sir Knight Jack Holmes (18) ...... R. E. Grand Commander 105 Redbud Lane, Gaffney 29340, Phone (864) 489-7022 (Freida) Sir Knight Douglas L. Amyx (5) ...... V. E. Deputy Grand Commander 806 Old Abbeville Rd., Greenwood 29649, Phone (864) 229-2784 (Gwen) Sir Knight Zebulon V. Morgan, III (20) ...... E. Grand Generalissimo PO Box 774, White Rock 29177, Phone (803) 749-2315 (June) Sir Knight Gerald D. Burton (17) ...... E. Grand Captain General PO Box 254, LaFrance 29656, Phone (864) 879-5691 (Sue) Sir Knight H. Ted Burgess (11) ...... R. E. Grand Treasurer 114 Susie Rd., Belton 29627, Phone (864) 338-8816 (Mary) Sir Knight Johnnie T. Morris (2) ...... R. E. Grand Recorder Post Office Box 7463, Columbia 29202, Phone (803) 799-9159 (Judy)

APPOINTED

Sir Knight Nelson D. Horton (18) ...... E. Grand Senior Warden 164 Champion Ferry Rd., Gaffney 29341 Phone (864) 489-0122 (Frances)

Sir Knight James Barr (11) ...... E. Grand Junior Warden 106 Banabus Ln., Anderson 29621, Phone (864) 332-1611 (Tonya)

Sir Knight Robert L. Blackwell (2) ...... E. Grand Prelate 1729 Woodford Rd., Columbia 29209, Phone (803) 776-1788 (Beverley)

Sir Knight Hugh J. Bickley (2) ...... E. Grand Prelate, Emeritus 120 Leyden Ln., Columbia 29210, Phone (803) 772-7482 (Dale) Sir Knight Robert L. Jordan (18) ...... E. Grand Standard Bearer 204 Buck Shoals Rd., Gaffney 29341, Phone (864) 489-0359 (Patricia)

Sir Knight Bill Driver (14) ...... E. Grand Sword Bearer 43 Suffolk Dr.., Aiken 29803, Phone (803) 648-4585 (Gloria)

Sir Knight Jimmy Phillips (18) ...... E. Grand Warder 103 Ridgeway Rd, Gaffney 29340, Phone (864) 489-7885 (Raymoth) Sir Knight Jerry O. Glenn (4) ...... E. Grand Sentinel 218 S. Wingate Rd., Greenville 29605, Phone (864) 277-2190 (Celia)

DISTRICT REPRESENTATIVES Sir Knight Joe Lee Elam (23) ...... First District 18 Wood Eden Ln., Bluffton 29910, Phone (843) 757-4563 (Virginia) Sir Knight Rob Lacer (14) ...... Second District 189 Deer Springs Rd., Clark Hill 29821, Phone (803)278-3732 (Jane)

Sir Knight L. Joe Granger (17) ...... Third District 115 Allee St., Clemson 29631, Phone (864) 654-2793 (Connie)

Sir Knight James Duckett (16) ...... Fourth District PO Box 38049, Rock Hill 29732, Phone (864) 466-2736 Sir Knight L. Craig Cagle (20) ...... Fifth District 850 Gray Fox Trail, Sumter 29154, Phone (803) 773-8140 (Edwina) Sir Knight Charles Webster (25) ...... Sixth District 653 Tiger Paw Rd., Loris 29569, Phone (843) 756-3590 (Jean)

GRAND ENCAMPMENT OFFICERS Sir Knight William H. Koon, II ...... M. E. Grand Master 7200 Slabtown Rd, Columbus Grove, OH 45830-9484, Phone (419) 641-5572 Sir Knight Terry L. Plemons ...... R. E. Southeastern Department Commander PO Box 16454, Chattanooga, TN 37416, Phone (423) 802-3159 Sir Knight Lawrence E. Tucker ...... M. E. Grand Recorder 5909 W. Loop S., Suite 495, Bellaire, TX 77401-2402, Phone (713) 349-8700 LIFE MEMBERSHIP FORMULAS AGE = 65-Plus 60-64 55-59 50-54 45-49 40-44 35-39 30-34 25-29 21-24 FACTOR 7X 9X 11X 13X 15X 17X 18X 19X 20X 25X $11.00 $100.00 $100.00 $125.00 $150.00 $175.00 $200.00 $200.00 $225.00 $225.00 $275.00 $15.00 $125.00 $150.00 $175.00 $200.00 $225.00 $275.00 $275.00 $300.00 $300.00 $375.00 $20.00 $150.00 $200.00 $225.00 $275.00 $300.00 $350.00 $375.00 $400.00 $400.00 $500.00 $21.00 $150.00 $200.00 $250.00 $275.00 $325.00 $375.00 $400.00 $400.00 $425.00 $525.00 $22.00 $175.00 $200.00 $250.00 $300.00 $350.00 $375.00 $400.00 $425.00 $450.00 $550.00 $23.00 $175.00 $225.00 $275.00 $300.00 $350.00 $400.00 $425.00 $450.00 $475.00 $575.00 $24.00 $175.00 $225.00 $275.00 $325.00 $375.00 $425.00 $450.00 $475.00 $500.00 $600.00 $25.00 $175.00 $225.00 $275.00 $325.00 $375.00 $425.00 $450.00 $475.00 $500.00 $625.00 $26.00 $200.00 $250.00 $300.00 $350.00 $400.00 $450.00 $475.00 $500.00 $525.00 $650.00 $27.00 $200.00 $250.00 $300.00 $375.00 $425.00 $475.00 $500.00 $525.00 $550.00 $675.00 $28.00 $200.00 $275.00 $325.00 $375.00 $425.00 $500.00 $525.00 $550.00 $575.00 $700.00 $29.00 $225.00 $275.00 $325.00 $400.00 $450.00 $500.00 $525.00 $575.00 $600.00 $725.00 $30.00 $225.00 $275.00 $350.00 $400.00 $450.00 $525.00 $550.00 $600.00 $600.00 $750.00 $31.00 $225.00 $300.00 $350.00 $425.00 $475.00 $550.00 $575.00 $625.00 $625.00 $775.00 $32.00 $225.00 $300.00 $375.00 $425.00 $500.00 $550.00 $600.00 $650.00 $650.00 $800.00 $33.00 $250.00 $300.00 $375.00 $450.00 $500.00 $575.00 $600.00 $650.00 $675.00 $825.00 $34.00 $250.00 $325.00 $375.00 $450.00 $525.00 $600.00 $625.00 $650.00 $700.00 $850.00 $35.00 $250.00 $325.00 $400.00 $475.00 $525.00 $600.00 $625.00 $650.00 $700.00 $875.00 $36.00 $275.00 $325.00 $400.00 $475.00 $550.00 $625.00 $650.00 $700.00 $725.00 $900.00 $37.00 $275.00 $350.00 $425.00 $500.00 $575.00 $650.00 $675.00 $725.00 $750.00 $925.00 $38.00 $275.00 $350.00 $425.00 $500.00 $575.00 $650.00 $700.00 $725.00 $775.00 $950.00 $39.00 $275.00 $375.00 $450.00 $525.00 $600.00 $675.00 $725.00 $750.00 $800.00 $975.00 $40.00 $300.00 $375.00 $450.00 $525.00 $600.00 $700.00 $725.00 $775.00 $800.00 $1,000.00 $45.00 $325.00 $425.00 y $500.00 p, $600.00 $675.00 y $775.00 $825.00 y $875.00 y g $900.00 $1,125.00 g The formula: Multiply the factor by the dues in each body and take the total and round off to the nearest $25.00; add together for the total of all bodies. Example: Chapter dues are $5.00 per year (X) 13 (your age-51) = $65.00; rounded off next $25.00; life membership in the Chapter would be $75.00. * You must be a KTEF life member before you purchase a life membership in the Commandery! * Every Knight Templar is assessed $ 1.00 each year for The Knights Templar Eye Foundation unless he buys a " Life Membership in the Knights Templar Eye Foundation" for a one time contribution of $30.00 (or more if he desires). Life Membership Fund A. Glenn Greene III, Chairman Direct all applications and correspondence to: 815 Bethea Ext. Latta, S.C. 29565-1255 GRAND CHAPTER ROYAL ARCH MASONS of SOUTH CAROLINA

Robert J. Bean, Jr. (31) ...... M. E. Grand High Priest 1807 Old River Rd., Fork, SC 29543 Phone: (843) 464-1294

Johnnie T. Morris (5) ...... R. E. Grand Secretary PO Box 7463, Columbia SC 29202-7463 Phone: (803) 799-9159

GRAND COUNCIL ROYAL and SELECT MASTERS of SOUTH CAROLINA

Joseph Parnell (4) ...... M. I. Grand Master 109 Edgewood Dr., Williamston, SC 29697 Phone (864) 847-4509

Johnnie T. Morris (5) ...... M. I. Grand Recorder PO Box 7463, Columbia SC 29202-7463 Phone: (803) 799-9159

GRAND COMMANDERY KNIGHTS TEMPLAR of SOUTH CAROLINA

Jack Holmes (18) ...... R. E. Grand Commander 105 Redbud Ln., Gaffney, SC 29340 Phone: (864) 489-7022

Johnnie T. Morris (2) ...... R. E. Grand Recorder PO Box 7463, Columbia SC 29202-7463 Phone: (803) 799-9159

S.C. 2011 Schofield Sealy Schofield 2011 S.C.