SUMMER 2014

William J. Thomas Grand Master of Masons in the State of New York From the Grand East

MW WILLIAM J. THOMAS Another Perspective? Grand Master [email protected] 407-927-8400

Membership retention is a topic not unique to our own Grand Brethren, take a quiet Lodge. Other jurisdictions are also concerned. Retention is the moment and reflect on your subject of this excerpt from a Masonic newspaper. It provides own Lodge. Is your Lodge some thoughts on why our Brothers might not be with us boring? All too many of tonight and encourages them to return to Lodge. Among the our Lodges become mired suggestions, here are “… a few of the most important, leaving down in administrative and the filling up of the outline to the reader himself: deliberative activities during “1st. Let your Lodge room be comfortable and cheerful, open Lodge – activities which and give it as much of a home character as possible. might be best conducted “2nd. Let your furniture and regalia be neat, clean, and outside the Lodge before or appropriate. after the meeting. “3rd. Let the intercourse of the members be entirely kind Our new Brothers joined and fraternal. for Masonry. We promised “4th. Let the work be at all times illustrated fully and them that. If we fail to deliver on our promise, they will go accurately. elsewhere to find what they are looking for. “5th. Let the business be transacted with becoming dispatch Here are a few of my own suggestions: • and earnestness, and all the members feel themselves Open the Lodge on time. Nothing is more boring than interested in whatever is introduced. standing around waiting, after you have made good “6th. Let the degrees be conferred with all possible care, effort to be at Lodge at the announced hour of opening. • without levity or rudeness. Conduct the work of the evening before the “7th. Let the exercises of the evening be varied, especially administrative work – immediately after opening. during the winter season, by brief essays and addresses. Many bored Brothers intentionally arrive late so they “8th. Indulge frequently in fraternal visits to other Lodges do not have to sit through the minutiae. After a couple in your vicinity.” of meetings, they will arrive in a more timely manner, The source is the Masonic News – of 1872. And although so as not to miss the work of the Lodge. • 152 years have passed since the Masonic News published this, Have an interesting program related to the Craft. An the admonitions remain relevant. important lecture on tax credits is best left for a lecture Cypress Lodge 292 in Naples, Florida published its own outside the Lodge. • much more recent suggestions: Close the Lodge in a timely manner so the brethren may • “We should utilize and respect the skills of our brothers attend to post-Lodge fraternal functions – or return ... Young and old! They need to become interested, home, as needed. involved, empowered and their abilities and opinions Does that sound too simplistic? Sometimes we overlook the respected! obvious. Remember the KISS principle? Keep It Short and • “Cypress Lodge must be made as attractive as possible, Simple. And KISS applies as well to membership retention. inside and out. We are still the largest and most respected fraternal organization in the world. Let’s make certain that visitors and guests are impressed by A PERSONAL INVITATION our surroundings. Have you visited our Masonic campus in Utica? St. • “Make our meetings fun, educational, efficient and John’s weekend is a wonderful opportunity to see the interesting! We must be respectful of everyone’s time. spectacular grounds and facilities. I personally invite you Prospective and existing members have to want to be and your family to join me as we celebrate the investiture there... or they will simply spend their precious time of our new Grand Lodge Officers. There will be games, elsewhere. crafts, food - even a parade. The location and schedule is • “We have to become a visible, active part of the included in this issue. community and participants in the organized Please join Susan and me for this fantastic event. celebrations and activities that already exist. We should proudly announce our upcoming programs, charitable events and contributions to the greater community and invite other worthy organizations to our events and MW William J. Thomas meetings.” Grand Master s

2 THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 TRUSTEES OF THE MASONIC HALL AND TABLE OF CONTENTS ASYLUM FUND Volume 63 / Number 2 / SUMMER 2014 Publisher On the Cover: May 6, 2014 The Empire MW William J. Thomas installed as the 104th Grand Master at the 233rd Annual Communication. State Mason is an Official Publication of the Trustees of the Masonic Hall and Asylum Fund. Edited by the Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of the State of New York for the members of the IN THIS ISSUE Masonic Fraternity and their families. Featured Highlights: Elected and Appointed Grand Line ...... 4 Be It Known 10 Grand Unity Day ...... 16 Grand Master’s Ball 17 Mighty Run ...... 20

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Most Worshipful William J. Thomas is the Grand Master of Masons in the State of New York. Brother Thomas was previously Deputy Grand Master and Grand Treasurer. He is a Past Master of Shakespeare Lodge, and of the American Lodge of Research. Previously Brother Thomas was Trustee of the Chancellor Robert R Livingston Masonic Library. Brother Thomas was District Deputy Grand Master of the Sixth Manhattan District under Most Worshipful Edward R. Trosin. He also serves on the Committee on Unity for the Grand Lodge, the Brotherhood Foundation and various other appointments. Brother Thomas is a frequent lecturer on various topics of Masonic interest, including Traditional Observance, history, biography and ritual. He is a Life Member of the Philalethes Society, and founded its Knickerbocker Chapter in New York City. He is a member of Thomas Smith Webb Chapter of Research, New Hampshire’s Anniversary Lodge of Research, and is Past Master of the American Lodge of Research. Brother Thomas has hosted a number of research programs for the Masonic Library on a variety of topics, including the 2008 tour with the Library’s Processus Contra Templarios, acquired from the Secret Archives of the Vatican. Brother Thomas is active in all the MW William J. Thomas York Rite bodies. He is Viceroy for Grand Master and wife, Susan St. Paul’s Conclave, Red Cross of Constantine, and a member of the York Rite College in Long Island. due diligence, anti-money laundering a Colonel in 2000 for his philanthropic He is a member of the Valley of New and corruption cases involving the work and service. He is a member York, Scottish Rite; Kismet Temple; and Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. Brother of the International Association for Azim Grotto. Brother Thomas also is Thomas was previously a Federal Special Asset Recovery, and both the French active in National Sojouners. Agent with Navy Intelligence, and a American Lawyers Association, and the Non-Masonic: peacekeeper with the United Nations in Swiss American Lawyers Association of Brother Thomas is a retired Somalia. Greater New York. Enforcement Branch Chief for the Brother Thomas is a US Military Bill lives in Manhattan with his loving New York office of the US Securities veteran, and honorably served with wife, Susan, and where they serve as and Exchange Commission. He is the US Navy during the Vietnam principal staff for Willie, a demanding currently in private practice with his era. He is a member of the American feline of undetermined origin. They own company, SEC Intelligence LLC, Legion and the Military Order of the attend St. John the Evangelist Church in New York City. His work includes World Wars. The Honorary Order of on East 55th Street in Manhattan. s forensic accounting, accounting fraud, Kentucky Colonels commissioned him

4 THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 2014-2016 Elected Grand Line

RW Jeffrey M. Williamson Deputy Grand Master

RW Jeffrey M. Williamson is currently serving as the Deputy Grand Master of the Grand Lodge. He is a 33rd Degree Mason, a Past Grand High Priest of New York and served as Deputy General Grand High Priest of the General Grand Chapter RAM International. Professionally, RW Brother Williamson is a Project Manager- Engineer for Ferguson Electric of Buffalo, NY. Ferguson is one of the largest electrical contractors in the western region of New York and Brother Williamson holds all of the Master Electrician licenses required for the various municipalities located in that area. He is also responsible for electrical design- build, estimating and project management. In spare time, Brother Jeff enjoys the great outdoors: fly fishing, hunting and traveling. Brother Jeff is celebrating his thirty-fifth year in the Craft and has an active and enjoyable life. He has been married for forty years to Carla Williamson; they have two sons, a daughter-in-law and two granddaughters. Bro. Jeff is an Ordained Elder and member of the Alden Presbyterian Church and a former Clerk of Session. He is involved in the Western New York community. He has served as Chairman of Ferguson Electric’s United Way of Buffalo and Erie County Annual Campaign for more than fourteen years and has raised over a million dollars for this major community charity. s Photos credit by RW Jason P. Sheridan RW Jason P. Photos credit by Carla Williamson and the First Lady Susan at the The Knight’s Templar Honor Guard participated in the Grand Grand Lodge Installation on May 6, 2014. Lodge Installation ceremonies.R.W. Williamson being escorted by M.W. Fitje, PGM. THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 5 Elected Grand Line 2014-2016

RW Charles P. Uhle RW Richard S. Morley Senior Grand Warden Junior Grand Warden

RW Charles P. Uhle, Senior Grand Warden, was Raised in RW Brother Richard S. Morley, elected Junior Grand Warden, Wappingers Lodge 671 in 1987 and served as Worshipful was raised in Central New York on a family dairy farm. He Master six times. He was appointed District Deputy Grand Joined the army and served in Germany in the early 1960s. Master from 2002–2004 under Grand Master Carl Fitje and After service to his country Brother Richard married Nancy again from 2004-2006 under Grand Master Edward Trosin. Goodwin. Their three sons, Richard C. (Gayle), Michael Brother Uhle is a Charter Member of the R. Malcolm A. (Tais), and William S., are all Past Masters. Richard and Hunter Masonic War Veterans Post 53 and is currently serving Nancy have two grandchildren: Dale, a recent graduate of St. as Commander; he also served in the Grand Line of Grand Bonaventure University, and Hannah. Post of Masonic War Veterans. He has served on numerous RW Brother Morley was Raised in 1995, served as Grand Lodge Committees. Brother Uhle was Junior Grand Worshipful Master in 2001 and Secretary from 2004-2008 Warden under Grand Master Vincent Libone, and Trustee and 2010–2013. He was appointed DDGM for 2008–2010 of the Chancellor Robert R Livingston Masonic Library. and has been an AGL from 2010–2014. Brother Richard is a He is a member of both York Rite and Scottish Rite Bodies recipient of the DSA. He was Vice-Chairman of the Delaware and has served as leader in most positions. Brother Uhle was District Masonic Safety ID Program; a member of the OSD instrumental in the founding of the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Masonic Charities; High Priest of the Delaware Chapter 251 Chapter Order of DeMolay and is a recipient of the DeMolay RAM; a member of Oneonta Council 87 of Cryptic Masons; Legion of Honor (Active). and Norwich Commandery 46, Knights Templar. s RW Brother Charles was active in Boy Scouts and received the Bronze Pelican Award from Cardinal O’Connor for recognition of outstanding service to the spiritual development of youth in Scouting. He was a Committee Chairman and leader in 4-H. An active participant in the Christmas In April Program, he was three times team leader. He is involved with the Hudson Valley Honor Flight Program, flying WWII vets to Washington DC to visit the Memorials that were erected in their honor. He says there are lots of laughs and lots of tears. Bro. Uhle has been married for forty-seven years to his wife Lillian (Mike). They have a son who is a Mason and a daughter who is married to a Brother Mason. He enjoys flying—especially aerobatics—and rowing, and won a bronze Grand Master’s Reception and Dinner, Russo’s on the Bay, and a silver medal in the Empire State Games. s Monday May 5, 2014. Photograph by RW Jason Sheridan. 6 THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 2014-2016 Elected Grand Line

RW Charles catapano RW PAUL M. ROSEN Grand Treasurer Grand Secretary

RW Charles Catapano hails from Wantagh Morton Lodge RW Paul M. Rosen, Esq., Grand Secretary, was born in 63 in the First Nassau District. He served as Master in 1993 Queens and grew up in Merrick, Long Island. A graduate of and as Treasurer for twenty-one years. He served as District RPI and Cornell University Law School, he served as Assistant Deputy Grand Master from 2008-2010. He is Vice-Chairman District Attorney in Westchester and Law Secretary to a Judge of the Masonic Family and Fellowship Committee and Area 1 and has been in private practice of law since 1974. RW Rosen Chairman for the Masonic Brotherhood Fund. was Deputy Town Attorney for Ossining and the Prosecutor Brother Catapano is retired from the NYPD where he for the Village of Croton for twenty-three years. He also worked on budget development and implementation. He served as an impartial Hearing Officer in Special Education currently works at North Shore LIJ Medical Center. He has an Hearings throughout the State and in Disciplinary Hearings MBA in Finance from St. John’s University and has worked in for Westchester, Yonkers schools, Westchester BOCES and the financial industry for over ten years. other school districts. Brother Catapano enjoys spending time with his three RW Paul is a Past Master of Fraternity Dunderberg 942, children, Christopher, Matthew and Jessica, and has a passion leading from 1998-2000 and 2001-2003. He was elected for golf. He and his best friend Donna are enjoying their lives Trustee of Fraternity Dunderberg 942. He is a member of together and are looking forward to all the adventures ahead Buckingham Mohegan Royal Arch Chapter 174, Peekskill of them. s Council 55 and Valley of White Plains AASR. RW Rosen is a Past Secretary of the Masters & Wardens Association and was Photos credit by RW Jason P. Sheridan appointed DDGM in 2006-2008 and has been a Trustee of the Masonic Hall & Asylum Fund from 2008-2014. Paul and his wife, Dr. Clare Rosen, live in Briarcliff Manor. They have two married children and two grandchildren. s

The 2014 Distinguished Achievement Awards presented to: M.E. Edmund D. “Ted” Harrison (right) and S.K. David D. Goodwin (left - under the watchful eye of Grand Master Thomas) THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 7 Elected Grand Line

Front Row (l-r): Charles Catapano, Grand Treasurer; Jeffrey M. Williamson, Deputy Grand Master; William J. Thomas, Grand Master; Paul M. Rosen, Grand Secretary Top Row (l-r): Richard S. Morley, Junior Grand Warden; Charles P. Uhle, Senior Grand Warden Appointed Grand Line

Front Row (l-r): Nicholas J. Paolicelli, Grand Standard Bearer; Peter M. Flihan, III, Senior Grand Deacon; George D. Emmons, Grand Marshal; James R. Kintzel, Deputy Grand Marshal; Christopher ​J. Hough, Junior Grand Deacon; James R. MacConnell, Deputy Grand Standard Bearer Top Row (l-r): Richard J. Kessler, Grand Lecturer; Martin D. Merman, Grand Tiler; Richard W. Bateman, Grand Pursuivant 8 THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 Elected Grand Line Ladies

Front Row (l-r): Donna Brower (Catapano), Susan Taylor Thomas, Lilian Uhle Top Row (l-r): Nancy Morley, Carla Williamson

Appointed Grand Line Ladies

Front Row (l-r): Marsha MacConnell, Dina Flihan, Maureen Emmons, Pam Paolicelli, Donna Hough Top Row (l-r): Eleanor Bateman, Linda Kintzel, Joann Kessler

THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 9 From the Grand Secretary RW PAUL M. ROSEN, Grand Secretary Masonic Hall 71 West 23rd Street New York, NY 10010 Phone 914-393-8466 Be It Known May 19, 2014

TO: The Officers of the Grand Line, All Permanent Nathan D. Lipper, for three years in place of R∴W∴ Paul M. Members, District Deputy Grand Masters, Grand Rosen, term expired; R∴W∴ Kurt Ott, for three years in place Sword Bearers, Grand Directors of Ceremonies, Grand of R∴W∴ M. Donald Darrohn III, term expired; R∴W∴ Stewards, Grand Chaplains, Trustees of the Masonic Paul D. Reitz, for one year in place of the unexpired term Hall & Home, Directors of the Masonic Medical of the late R∴W∴ John E. Krauss, deceased. Continuing in Research Laboratory, Trustees of the Chancellor Robert unexpired terms are: R∴W∴ Manuel Abad (2016), R∴W∴ R Livingston Masonic Library, Elected Grand Post of the Alfred B. Dais (2016), R∴W∴ Griffith Jones III (2015), Masonic War Veterans, Commissioners of Appeal, Grand R∴W∴ Werner H. Kniesel (2015), and R∴W∴ David F. Lodge Committee Members, All Officers of the District Stoy (2016). Grand Lodge of Syria – Lebanon, Grand Representatives DIRECTORS OF THE MASONIC MEDICAL RESEARCH of other Grand Lodges, Assistant Grand Lecturers, and LABORATORY elected or reelected were: R∴W∴ Arnold to all Worshipful Masters, Senior & Junior Wardens and Auerbach, for three years in place of R∴W∴ John P. Dietzel, Secretaries of each Lodge under the Jurisdiction of this term expired; R∴W∴ Michael A. Chaplin, for three years in Grand Lodge: place of R∴W∴ John H. Story, Jr., term expired; R∴W∴ BE IT KNOWN, that at the Two Hundred and Thirty- Arthur P. Fisch, for three years in place of R∴W∴ Arthur third Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Free P. Fisch, term expired; R∴W∴ Paul A. Guerrero, for three and Accepted Masons of the State of New York, held at the years in place of R∴W∴ Laurence I. Sussman, term expired; Masonic Hall in New York City, on the 5th and 6th days of and R∴W∴ Edward S. Newsham, for three years in place May, 2014, A.L. 6014, the following Brethren were elected, of R∴W∴ Edward S. Newsham, term expired. Continuing and proclaimed Grand Lodge Officers for the ensuing year: in unexpired terms are: R∴W∴ Anthony V. Boccabella M\W∴ William J. Thomas Grand Master (2015), R∴W∴ John P. Chang (2015), R∴W∴ Amado J. R∴W∴ Jeffrey M. Williamson Deputy Grand Master David (2016), R∴W∴ William H. Getman (2015), R∴W∴ R∴W∴ Charles P. Uhle Senior Grand Warden H. Joseph Heath (2016), R∴W∴ R. Curtiss Montgomery R∴W∴ Richard S. Morley Junior Grand Warden (2015), R∴W∴ Alvaro F. Quiroga (2016), R∴W∴David F. R∴W∴ Charles Catapano Grand Treasurer Schneeweiss (2015), R∴W∴ Sheldon D. Stachel (2016), and R∴W∴ Paul M. Rosen Grand Secretary R∴W∴ Victor G. Webb (2016). ALL OF THE ELECTED OFFICERS named above were TRUSTEES OF THE CHANCELLOR ROBERT R duly installed on Tuesday, May 6th at the Two Hundred and LIVINGSTON MASONIC LIBRARY OF GRAND Thirty-third Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of LODGE elected or re-elected were: M∴W∴ Edward G. Free and Accepted Masons of the State of New York, held at Gilbert, P.G.M., for three years in place of M∴W∴ Edward the Masonic Hall in New York City. G. Gilbert, P.G.M., term expired; R∴W∴ Jon P. Kidwell, for three years in place of R∴W∴ Ronald W. White, term expired; COMMISSIONERS OF APPEALS reconfirmed were: R∴W∴ Richard C. Mills, for three years in place of R∴W∴ R∴W∴ Jay S. Dankberg, for three years in place of R∴W∴ Richard C. Mills, term expired; R∴W∴ Richard J. Powell, Jay S. Dankberg, term expired; R∴W∴ Michael R. Siegel, for two years in place of R∴W∴ Richard J. Powell, term for three years in place of R∴W∴ Michael R. Siegel, term expired and for alignment of terms; R∴W∴ Frank C. Rice II, expired; and R∴W∴ Albert R. Trezza, for three years in for three years in place of R∴W∴ Walter J. Hilsenbeck, term place of R∴W∴ Albert R. Trezza, term expired. Continuing expired; and R∴W∴ Erik M. Strohl, for three years in place in unexpired terms are: R∴W∴ Jeffrey W. Halbreich, of R∴W∴ Richard H. Eberle, term expired; Continuing Chief Commissioner (2016), R∴W∴ John M. Leventhal in unexpired terms are: R∴W∴ Edward A. Chiani (2015), (2015), R∴W∴ Stanley Parness (2016), and R∴W∴ Alan R∴W∴ Pierre de Ravel D’Esclapon (2015), R∴W∴ John Schlesinger (2015). P. Deveney (2016), R∴W∴ S. Marlon Gayadeen (2015), TRUSTEES OF THE MASONIC HALL AND HOME R∴W∴ Andrew B. Hengst (2016), R∴W∴ Stephen S. King elected were: R∴W∴ George S. Getman, for three years (2016), R∴W∴ Scott D. Peat (2016), and R∴W∴ W. Bruce in place of R∴W∴ Keith Heinrich, term expired; R∴W∴ Renner (2015).

10 THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 DIRECTORS OF THE MASONIC WAR VETERANS OF R∴W∴ Jeffrey M. Williamson, Senior Grand Warden; and THE STATE OF NEW YORK, INC. elected or re-elected were: M∴W∴ James E. Sullivan, Grand Master. ∴ ∴ ∴ ∴ R W William J. Welsh, for one year in place of R W THE GEORGE PETER MEDAL was presented to R∴W∴ William J. Welsh, term expired; Brother Brian E. Will, for one Christian G. Heberle, Vice Chairman of the Long - Range ∴ ∴ year in place of Brother Brian E. Will, term expired; R W Planning Committee and the Leadership and Educational ∴ ∴ William C. Bontemps, Jr., for one year in place of R W Services Committee of Grand Lodge. William C. Bontemps, Jr., term expired; R∴W∴ Michael J. Brzoza, for one year in place of W∴ Curtis J. Hammill, retired THE WENDELL K. WALKER MEDAL was presented by and term expired; and R∴W∴ Donald R. Kunego, for one the Grand Master on October 30, 2013 to R∴W∴ John W. year in place of R∴W∴ Dennis A. Breheny, retired and term Whitbeck, a member and Past Master of Eastern Light Lodge expired. No. 126, and on March 27, 2014 to R∴W∴ Robert Olmo, Jr., a member and Past Master of Cornucopia Lodge No. 563 GRAND LINE OFFICERS appointed or reappointed were: and Vice Chairman of the Leadership and Educational Services ∴ ∴ ∴ ∴ R W George D. Emmons, Grand Marshal; R W James Committee. R. Kintzel, Deputy Grand Marshal; R∴W∴ Peter A. Flihan III, Senior Grand Deacon; R∴W∴ Christopher J. Hough, THE ROBERT R LIVINGSTON MEDAL was presented to Junior Grand Deacon; R∴W∴ Nicholas J. Paolicelli, Grand R∴W∴ John W. Krupp, Grand Marshal; R∴W∴ Clayton Standard Bearer; R∴W∴ James R. MacConnell, Deputy “Bob” R. Ruggles, Senior Grand Deacon; and R∴W∴ John P. Grand Standard Bearer; R∴W∴ Richard J. Kessler, Grand Dwyer, Grand Standard Bearer. Lecturer; M∴W∴ Daniel M. Semel, (Honorary PGM – THE CHARLES HENRY JOHNSON MEDAL was Prince Hall Grand Lodge of New York), Judge Advocate; presented to the M∴W∴ James E. Sullivan, Grand Master R∴W∴Steven A. Rubin, Proctor; R∴W∴Richard W. (2012 - 2014); and to R∴W∴ Raffy H. Timonian, District Bateman, A.G.S., Grand Pursuivant; R∴W∴ James H. Rice, Grand Secretary Emeritus and Liaison Officer of the District Grand Historian; R∴W∴ Martin D. Merman, Grand Tiler; Grand Lodge of Syria - Lebanon. R∴W∴ Jordan I. Kaplan, Grand Organist; R∴W∴ Stephen Rumpf, Grand Organist; R∴W∴ Francis K. Wilcox, Grand THE GRAND LODGE MEDAL FOR DISTINGUISHED Organist; R∴W∴ Gilbert Savitzky, P.G.T., Grand Secretary ACHIEVEMENT was presented to Sir Knight David Emeritus; M∴W∴Gary A. Henningsen, P.G.M., Grand D. Goodwin, Most Eminent Grand Master of the Grand Secretary Emeritus; R∴W∴Harvey A. Eysman, Proctor Encampment of the United States of Knights Templar, and Emeritus; and R∴W∴Joseph A. Quarequio, P.G.T., Grand to The Most Excellent Companion Edmund “Ted” Dale Tiler Emeritus. Harrison, the General Grand High Priest of the General Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons International. These two Grand DISTRICT GRAND LINE OFFICERS FOR THE Lodge Medals for Distinguished Achievement were presented DISTRICT OF SYRIA - LEBANON appointed or reappointed by the Grand Master during the daytime Tiled Session of the were: R∴W∴ Michel A. Timonian, District Grand Master; Annual Communication on Monday, May 5, 2014. M∴W∴ Leon G. Zeitounalian, (Honorary PGM – Grand Lodge of Armenia), District Grand Secretary; and R∴W∴ I. NEW PROPOSALS & REPORTS: Raffy H. Timonian, District Grand Secretary Emeritus. THE GRAND LODGE COMMITTEE ON FINANCE AWARD PRESENTATIONS: recommended the passage of the following proposed 12-month THE HENRY G. MEACHAM AWARD was presented to Fiscal Year 2014 - 2015 Budget of the Grand Lodge F. & A.M. the representatives of Masonic Lodges by the R∴W∴Robert of the state of New York (June 1, 2014 through May 31, 2015): W. Strang, Jr., Grand Lecturer, for their outstanding and Operating Revenue & Other Support: independent work exemplifying and performing the Masonic Fees & Dues $1,382,069 Ritual in their respective Lodges. A complete listing will appear Lodge Services (Net) 110,000 in the Grand Lodge Proceedings of 2014. Total Revenue & Support: $1,492,069

THE GRAND MASTER’S AWARD OF APPRECIATION Operating Expenses: was presented to R∴W∴Ronald J. Reid, Grand Chaplain; Annual Communication $174,000 R∴W∴Kenneth E. Wagner, Grand Chaplain; R∴W∴ Print & Distribution of Proceedings 18,000 Stenrick B. Adams, Grand Chaplain; R∴W∴ Harris Transition to New Grand Master 7,000 Mandel, Chairman of the Empire State Mason Advisory Salaries and Related Costs 936,344 Sub-Committee; R∴W∴Richard T. Schulz, Chairman of Grand Lodge Office Expense 194,396 the Grand Lodge Convention Committee; R∴W∴ Joseph Grand Lodge Officer’s Travel 130,200 M. Keeler, Vice Chairman and R∴W∴ James M. Tweedie, Grand Lecturer’s Costs 33,000 Vice Chairman of the Grand Lodge Convention Committee; Committee Expenses 185,850 R∴W∴ Robert Walter Strang, Jr., Grand Lecturer; R∴W∴ Insurance 112,500 Michael A. Shipman, Chairman of the Grand Lodge Retirement Assistance 2,445 Educational Assistance Program; and R∴W∴ Wesley C. Other Masonic Endeavors 100,000 Powell, former Chairman of the Grand Lodge Committee on Total Operating Expenses: $1,893,735 Masonic Benevolence. THE GRAND LODGE PERMANENT MEMBER Change-Net Asset Before Non-Operating CERTIFICATE was presented to R∴W∴ Kurt Ott, Grand Revenue and Other Support: ($401,666) Treasurer; R∴W∴ William B. Fink, Jr., Junior Grand Warden; THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 11 Non-Operating Revenue & Other Support: Publications, a Standing Committee, whose duties shall Investment Income $150,000 be to direct, guide and supervise all printed materials and Grand Lodge Fund 3,000 publications of Grand Lodge including the Empire State Legacies 0 Mason Magazine with the approval of the Grand Master. Other Income (Net) 249,500 The Communications Committee shall be a Special Total Non-Operating Revenue & Other Support: $402,500 Committee appointed by the Grand Master, whose duties Change in Net Assets $834 shall be to direct, guide and supervise the Masonic NetNews, Grand Total Surplus / (Deficit) $834 Electronic Communications, Public Relations and Publicity The above proposed budget was approved by the vote of with the approval of the Grand Master. Grand Lodge. At the recommendation of the Constitutions Committee, the above proposed amendment was passed and approved by II. NEW PROPOSALS AND FIRST AND the vote of Grand Lodge. ONLY READING OF AMENDMENTS TO THE CONSTITUTIONS REJECTED: The Grand Lodge Committee on Correspondence & Relations reported that it had received a positive Sections 102, 111, and 112 of the Constitutions to be amended acknowledgement from the Most Worshipful Prince Hall with the provision that the office of Assistant Grand Lecturer Grand Lodge of Maryland that it had voted in the affirmative and Regional Assistant Grand Lecturer be accorded the title to our mutual recognition request made and voted upon at of Right Worshipful and be made officers and members of our May 2008 Annual Communication. Grand Lodge, which officers shall be recommended by the Grand Lecturer and appointed by the Grand Master. With the adoption of this request, the Grand Lodge F. & A.M. of the State of New York now enjoys reciprocal and At the recommendation of the Constitutions Committee, mutual relations with the Prince Hall Grand Lodges of New the above proposed amendment and proposed amendments York, Alaska, Connecticut, Colorado, Delaware, District of to all related statutes of the Constitutions and Masonic Columbia, Massachusetts, North Carolina, Ohio, Virginia, Law pertaining to the Assistant Grand Lecturers and and Maryland. Regional Assistant Grand Lecturers was rejected Further the Grand Lodge Committee on Correspondence collectively by the vote of Grand Lodge. & Relations reported that the Grand Lodge National of III. NEW PROPOSALS AND FIRST AND France has settled its internal problems and has established ONLY READING OF AMENDMENTS TO THE order within their Grand Lodge. As such the Committee on CONSTITUTIONS WITHDRAWN: Correspondence and Relations recommends that our Grand Lodge restore normal relations with the Grand Lodge National Section 125 of the Constitutions to be added as a new section of France. to the Constitutions titled “The Board of Grand Masters” with a proposal to re-number the existing Sections 125 through The above Report of the Grand Lodge Committee on 133 to read as Sections 126 through 134 of the Constitutions. Correspondence & Relations was approved by the vote of Grand Lodge. The above proposition was withdrawn by the author. The Committee on Restorations tendered their Annual IV. NEW PROPOSALS AND READING OF Report containing petitions for restoration on behalf of three AMENDMENTS TO THE RULES OF ORDER: cases with the following recommendations: a) Mr. William Section XI, Paragraph 14 to be amended with the following Morales, Jr. BE RESTORED to the Rights and Privileges of proposed New Language: The Standing Committee on Freemasonry; b) Mr. Mwamba S. E. Bey NOT BE RESTORED Long-Range Planning; shall consist of nine (9) Permanent to the Rights and Privileges of Freemasonry; and c) Mr. Elias Members of Grand Lodge; of which three (3) shall be Past M. Feghali, Mr. Maurice E. Feghali, and Mr. Michael A. Grand Masters. The Grand Master shall appoint three (3) Bernotti’s NO ACTION REQUIRED OR TAKEN. members (one a Past Grand Master) to serve for one (1) year; The above Report of the Committee on Restorations was and three (3) members (one a Past Grand Master) to serve approved by the vote of Grand Lodge. for two (2) years; and three (3) members (one a Past Grand The Committee on Masonic Jurisprudence approves the Master) to serve for three (3) years. Their duties are to develop leadership and performance demonstrated by the Grand and continually update and maintain a Long-Range Plan for Master, Most Worshipful James E. Sullivan, during this past Grand Lodge’s Structure and Operations for the future. year. The Grand Master’s message of brotherly love, charity At the recommendation of the Constitutions Committee, and integrity, and the asking of the brethren to continue being the above proposed amendment was passed and approved by good men are right on the mark and in keeping with the the vote of Grand Lodge. essence of our Craft. It was made quite evident by the Grand A proposal to amend Section XI, Paragraph 19 of the Rules Master’s quick response to the disasters that have occurred of Order was referred to the Grand Lodge Committee on around the world, especially in response to Hurricane Sandy, Masonic Jurisprudence at the Annual Communication of this which adversely affected many of the brethren within this Grand Lodge held last year. The Grand Lodge Committee jurisdiction. The Grand Master expedited the provision of on Masonic Jurisprudence now proposes to amend Section approving and distributing financial aid to the victims, which XI, Paragraph 19 of the Rules of Order in two parts with is in keeping with our tradition of taking care of our Brothers the following proposed New Language: A Committee on and their families. 12 THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 The Committee on Masonic Jurisprudence further reports transcripts of the trial with which this Appeal Commission can that the Grand Master has worked hard in the area of fiscal review the record, and therefore the decision of the Masonic responsibility by continuing to achieve a balanced budget, Trial Commission stands. while ensuring that this Grand Lodge runs efficiently. The The above Report of the Commission of Appeals was Masonic Jurisprudence Committee is pleased that the Grand approved by the vote of Grand Lodge. Lodge Proceedings are almost up to date with the 2012 Edition being ready and at the Printing Company and the The Grand Master caused the names and numbers of 2013 Edition being well on the way to production. those Masonic Lodges to be read that were reported by the Accounting and Registry Departments of Grand Lodge as The Committee on Masonic Jurisprudence is also pleased delinquent in filing the previous year’s Grand Lodge Per Capita that the Grand Master has been present at the meetings of the Dues, Grand Lodge Fees, Annual Returns (Census Report) Trustees of the Masonic Hall & Home and the meetings of and/or Certificate of Elections required by the Constitutions. the Directors of the Masonic Medical Research Laboratory, so The said-named Lodges that remain delinquent as of June the Grand Master can ensure that the work they do benefits 15, 2014, will be subject to the suspension of their respective the Grand Master, the Grand Lodge and the Craft within this Charters by order of the Grand Master. jurisdiction. The Grand Master announced that, in accordance with The Committee on Masonic Jurisprudence approves Section 103 of the Constitutions, the Most Worshipful Grand of the Grand Master’s decision to move the remarks of the Master would convene the 234th Annual Communication Women’s and Youth Group’s from the Grand Master’s Dinner of the Grand Lodge at the Masonic Hall, New York City, on on Monday evening to the V.I.P. Dinner on Sunday evening. Monday, May 4th and Tuesday, May 5th, 2015. The Grand The Masonic Jurisprudence Committee also approves of the Master further announced that the Minutes of the 233rd publishing of the names, biographies and photographs of the Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge would appear in candidates for elected Grand Lodge Offices in the Empire the published Proceedings of this Grand Lodge. State Mason Magazine, so that the brethren can recognize their faces, and know about each candidate and be better enabled The Grand Master caused the names of the Grand Master’s to make an intelligent selection of who should lead Grand appointments for the offices of District Deputy Grand Masters Lodge. The Masonic Jurisprudence Committee recommends and Grand Lodge Staff Officers to be read as taking effect on that this procedure continue in the future. May 6, 2014. Further, it was announced by the Grand Master that the District Deputy Grand Masters and Grand Lodge The Committee on Masonic Jurisprudence also Staff Officers would receive their commissions, or letters of recommends as it has in the past that more emphasis needs appointment or reappointment, at the public Investiture to be placed upon retention of our members to reduce the Ceremonies to be held at the Masonic Care Community number of losses caused by the non-payment of dues. The in Utica, New York, on Saturday afternoon, June 21, 2014, Masonic Jurisprudence Committee further recommends that during the St. John’s Day Weekend. the entire Grand Lodge, its Constitutions, its structure and organization be revisited and reviewed with the idea of making There being no further business, the Most Worshipful it run more efficiently, while increasing income, and reducing Grand Master, William J. Thomas, closed the 233rd Annual expenditures. Communication of Grand Lodge on May 6, 2014. The above Report of the Masonic Jurisprudence Committee Given under my hand and Seal was approved by the vote of Grand Lodge. of the Grand Lodge of New York, this 19th Day of May The Commission of Appeals tendered their Annual Report 2014, A.L. 6014. concerning five separate cases. In summary, in the matter of R∴W∴ Gumersindo Alvarez, the decision of the Masonic Trial Commission was affirmed; in the matter of R∴W∴ Michael Formato, the proper appeal papers were never filed; in the matter of Mr. Ronald A.P. Joseph, Sr., the proper appeal papers were never filed; in the matter of Mr. Neal I. Bidnick, upon the vote of Grand Lodge conducted on May 7, 2013, the Penalty of Expulsion was imposed; in the matter of Mr. Razmig Djinbachian, Mr. Hagop Arlsanian and Mr. Anthony Paul M. Rosen Milad, while these individuals seek to appeal the decision of Grand Secretary s the Masonic Trial Commission, they have not provided the

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Row 2 (l-r) RW Kurt Ott, Grand Treasurer; RW Lawrence J. Hammel, Jr.; RW Jamshed R. Ghadiali, GLSO Queens; RW Kenneth Wagner, Grand Chaplain; RW Howard E, Bonsaing, DDGM Queens Row 1 (l-r) MW Vincent Libone, Grand Secretary and Past Grand Master; MW James E. Sullivan, Grand Master; RW John W. Krupp, Grand Marshal, and RW William B. Fink, Jr., Junior Grand Warden.

On March 22 the Queens United Education Seminar Today A session on mentoring and LSOME followed. Five (QUEST) presented its thirty-fourth program. The venue this breakout groups of eight to ten Brothers were facilitated by time was the Advance Masonic Temple in Astoria, Queens. team members. This session was popular with all, receiving QUEST is the longest continuous-running educational high survey marks (4.8 out of 5) as Brothers shared and seminar in the Grand Lodge of New York. Seventy Brothers absorbed from each other. attended, including MW Grand Master James E. Sullivan Grand Master Sullivan imparted a powerful address, detailing and the Grand Marshal, Brothers from the Queens and other how he was mentored throughout his life. And luncheon Districts. Two Entered Apprentices and a Fellowcraft also took speaker, RW Kurt Ott, Grand Treasurer, also spoke on the advantage of the opportunity. theme of mentoring and his own experiences in Freemasonry. The theme this year was PRIDE in Freemasonry. The QUEST Team showed it and the ceremonies proclaimed it. Takeaway materials for attendees included mentoring Grand Marshal John Krupp escorted Grand Master Sullivan to articles and relevant MSA Short Talk Bulletins. A significant thundering applause. RW Kenneth Wagner, Grand Chaplain, number of Brothers were not familiar with LSOME and were gave the invocation and the Queens Veterans Honor Guard never mentored. Participants made their own contributions in presented the Colors for the Pledge of Allegiance. the form of suggestions on the survey forms. They observed that mentoring is needed not only for candidates but also Keynote speaker RW William B. Fink, Jr., Junior Grand for Lodge officers. New candidates should be taken to other Warden, addressed the members with “Mentoring—a Personal Lodges to witness their Degrees and should be mentored for at Reflection.” His speech, well received by the Brothers, is least one year. It was agreed that LSOME and mentoring help available on Atholl1781. in retaining Brothers and getting them motivated to attend An Entered Apprentice and another Brother performed Lodge. s a LSOME two-role play. Brothers in the audience traded questions and answers with the team. The session was interactive and educational.

14 THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 Welcome to the Ritual Renaissance Program! By RW Richard C. Friedman and RW Glenn K. Rubin

This program is designed to provide We hope to instill a deep best-practice suggestions regarding desire to learn the Ritual and the Ritual and its meaning and to search out its meanings in life. help all of our Brothers to perform We hope to motivate all of our the work with excellence. Why do brethren to want to use the we need this program? The Ritual Ritual as a means of providing is our common link to all Masons for the Craft while at labor and around the world. Although the to apply their understanding of work changes from one place its meanings each day of their to another, we share common lives. foundations and the Ritual is our Our intention is to help every common language. Brother create—each in his own When we talk about the meaning way, each with his own unique of the Ritual it is always with an understanding that we are vision—a rebirth of his dedication to making the Ritual a part trying to open a man’s mind, not to dictate to it. We share in of his life, not only in the Lodge but also while abroad in the the wisdom of many brilliant men throughout the ages and world. We hope to begin a rebirth of Masonry using the Ritual then bring their ideas home. At home, we mold and shape as a vehicle; as a group of men who think seriously about their those thoughts and feelings and focus them on the task of lives, about their souls and about the meaning of life, and who building our spiritual temple here on earth. are thereby better enabled to put their obligation into practice The beauty of any language is to assist people in understanding in the world. each other through the common use of words. Is that not so That’s our nutshell. In the fall issue we will undertake a more with Freemasonry? It is the sincere wish of the Ritual Task comprehensive explanation of our mission and our founding. Force that this program will spark great interest in the Ritual s and its deep and beautiful meanings, so that they may impress upon the minds and souls of initiates and brethren, alike, the many wise and serious truths contained therein.

Washington Bible goes to Onondaga On November 8 and 9, 2013 the Association. Several Brothers spoke with Onondaga District was proud to have people waiting in line and explained the George Washington Inaugural Bible the Bible, its history and Freemasonry. in the District for the first time. This Grand Master Sullivan, DDGM James piece of American history was present McNeal and other Brothers answered for several events. questions and greeted visitors. On November 8 a cocktail reception Also on November 9, a Reaffirmation was held for eighty people, including Ceremony was held at Crossroads Lodge Grand Master James E Sullivan, Grand 520. Brothers re-affirmed the core Marshal John Krupp and their wives values of Masonry. Money was raised and Brothers and their families from for the Onondaga Masonic Charities five Masonic Districts. Brother Joel and the Grand Lodge Brotherhood Ginns gave a brief history of the Bible Fund and contributions were made to and pictures were taken with the Grand the Everson Museum and Onondaga Master and each attendee. Historical Association, as well. On November 9 the Bible was present Many thanks go to the traveling at the Central New York Veteran’s Expo Brothers from St. John’s Lodge 1 and the at the New York State Fairgrounds for entire Onondaga District GWIB Team. a public display. An estimated 3,000 We were gratified by all of those who people were present to see the Bible, attended the events, those who made along with artifacts from the Everson donations and everybody who helped s l-r MW James E. Sullivan and Museum and the Onondaga Historical to make these events such a success. RW James McNeal

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8:00 AM – Registration with your State Coordinator – Breakfast Available 9:00 AM – Opening Ritual by participants from the Grand Lodge of New Jersey First Degree exemplification by the Grand Lodge of New York (RW Mike Siegel, Ritual Director) Second Degree exemplification by participants from the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania 12:30 PM – Break for lunch 1:30 PM – Third Degree exemplification by the Colonial Team from the Grand Lodge of Delaware 3:30 PM – (Approximately) Closing Ritual by participants from the Grand Lodge of New Jersey

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PAYMENTS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AT THE DOOR 16 THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 The 2014 Grand Master’s Ball

Honoring M.W. William J. Thomas Grand Master of Masons in the State of New York

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THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 17 Masonic Care Community

As I conclude my service as a member to maintain and enhance that beautiful edifice. Plans have of the Board of Trustees of the Masonic been initiated that will provide more commercial space, thus Hall and Home, I sincerely thank my additional support for the Masonic Care Community – the Brothers who have worked following Board’s mission. The DeWint House at Tappan with its rich the true tenets of Masonry to benefit historical past received a new roof, constructed in the style this Fraternity. I have been honored of the 1700s. Round Lake Camp is currently undergoing to serve twelve years on this body, the renovations of its bathroom facilities. past five as the President of the Board. On April 21 the Board and all of Masonry celebrated a As a volunteer, the hours are more like milestone, the 150th Anniversary of the incorporation of the a full-time position. But the job has Trustees of the Masonic Hall and Asylum Fund. As the oldest been most gratifying and I am proud governing board in New York State Masonic history, it was of what has been initiated and accomplished. tasked with running a home for the indigent Mason, his wife, During this tenure, the Board of Trustees has improved the widow and orphan. In 2014 the role of the Trustee has become quality of life at our Utica Campus. We changed our long more complex, as there are numerous state and federal rules term care operation to focus on the individual in our care, and and regulations that create challenges in governing this not- that now serves as a model that other facilities have followed, for-profit organization. This body has been true to its mission adopting the neighborhood concept of skilled nursing care. by doing all it could to protect and ensure the continuance of After much research we determined it would be more cost our Masonic Care Community and other properties for the effective to construct a new Wiley Hall and raze the building next 150 years. that was built in 1928. The creation of the Great Lawn, although It has been a pleasure to work with a variety of men of controversial at the time, now offers convenient access to the integrity, with whom I have shared the responsibilities of great outdoors for our guests. We added apartments to our being a member of the Trustees of the Masonic Hall and beautiful Acacia Village, to accommodate those with interest Home. I wish to this next group of leaders the best in their in living independently, which help support our skilled care endeavors on behalf of our Masonic Jewels, the Masonic Care services. Acacia Home Care was established to meet the needs Community and Masonic Hall. of those who need care but could remain in their own home. RW M. Donald Darrohn s Masonic Hall has received significant attention in order Now YouCan Bring OUR BELOVED CHAPEL HOME... IntroducingInIntrt odu the  rst ornament in a collector’s series that high- lightslliighg tst theth beautiful Tiffany windows of the Daniel D. Tompkins MemorialMeMemmoor Chapel. The series begins with the trio of windows depictingddeeppiictiin the  gures of Faith, Hope, and Charity. Start your collectioncocollllecectti today and bring a piece of the Tompkins Chapel to lifeliliffe inin youry home.

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18 THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 Masonic Care Community

Bro. Rob Raffle, Executive Director Masonic Care Community of New York

Summer is finally here and your Masonic Care Community Masonic Hall and Home. Wine and beer will be available with is in full preparation mode for the Annual St. John’s Day your dinner. celebration June 20-21-22. We look forward to welcoming On Saturday, coffee and donuts will be offered in front of the new District Deputies and Staff Officers on Friday, as well the Administration building to start your day, crafters and as the 2014-2015 Grand Line. I hope you will take some time vendors will cover the Great Lawn, and tours will be offered during your visit to walk the campus, visit our Health Pavilion of our beautiful campus. At 1 p.m., the Masonic War Veterans and Wiley Hall, talk to our residents and your Brothers about will hold a flag-raising ceremony in front of the Soldiers and their lives at MCC. Our schedule is listed below, but here are Sailors Building and the parade to the Chapel will begin at 2 a few highlights. p.m., followed by the Investiture Ceremony. All Masons and their families are invited to participate On Sunday, join us for chapel at 9 a.m., followed by brunch in our Jewish Services, being held in the Auditorium of the in the Winter Garden. At 1 p.m. the Masonic Scholarship Administration building at 5 p.m. in order to accommodate Awards will be distributed in a program held in the Auditorium all who would like to attend. It will be followed by the Oneg of the Administration Building. Shabat, in the main lobby. Following this service, come Our staff take great pride in creating an event that you will to Acacia Village for the annual picnic. This year, weather enjoy. We hope that you plan to come to Utica on the third permitting, the Steve Falvo Easy Money Big Band will be weekend in June to join with your Brothers in fellowship and performing and we will take the opportunity to celebrate the camaraderie. s 150th Anniversary of the incorporation of the Trustees of the

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THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 19 victoria cataldo, Director of Development Masonic Care Community (315) 798-4703 [email protected]

It is with great excitement that I have recently accepted the Director of Development position at the Masonic Care Community. My educational background in health services administration and work experience in professional fundraising makes this opportunity a great personal fit. Prior to my employment with MCC, I knew of the great reputation MCC held in our community. My husband is a Mason, my daughter attends the Child Care Center, and a number of family members have been residents. As an employee I was able to view the campus through another set of lenses. My first few months only echoed what I knew as a community member- that the mission of the Masonic Care Community is alive and well. I have seen firsthand why MCC is often referred to as the greatest jewel of Masonry. There is pride among the staff about being able to provide a high quality of care, along with the level of respect that each one of our residents has earned. We are able Take the to provide that quality of life for our residents because of you Grand Master’s and your promise. Starting in 1893 with the first dollar provided Cup Challenge! by Greenfield Pote to today, you have ensured that MCC will be more details >> here to carry on the legacy of caring for and supporting Masons and their families. There are a number of ways to show your support of this beautiful campus and ensure that we are able to provide this high quality level of care for another 120 years. The first will be occurring this spring with the launch of an ornament sale highlighting the beautiful Tiffany windows located in Tompkins Chapel. I encourage you all to purchase one, bringing a little of the campus to life in your home. The second will occur this September at the Mighty Run. The Grand Master will be hosting the first ever Grand Master’s Cup. The Lodge with the highest combination of participants and volunteers will be awarded with a trophy presented by the Grand Master. I had the opportunity to meet a number of Masons at the recent District Deputy Training this past March. I look forward to meeting more of you at the upcoming St. John’s Day celebration this June. I encourage you to introduce yourself and share with me your experiences as we continue to build and ensure the future of MCC. s

are you mighty? Get ready for 5k of Mud Sweat and Fun! When: September 13, 2014 Where: Masonic Care Community, Utica NY Central New York’s greatest adventure race. Two-person teams work together to overcome 14 challenging obstacles, tough terrain and a lot of mud to prove just how mighty they are. Join Us! 2013 Grand High Priest Kessler (now RW Kessler is Visit the website at: Grand Lecturer of Grand Lodge) and Grand Chapter Officers www.themightyrun.com present a Galaxy Tablet for use at MCC. 20 THE EMPIREfor STATE more MASONdetails! MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 Thank You, Thank You, Thank You The 5th Annual Lights of Honor We are fortunate to have so many wonderful people and organizations that support the mission of the Masonic Care Let the Light shine upon the path as… Community. During the first quarter of 2014, a variety of groups stepped forward to help. • A tribute to those we love. The Hendrick Hudson Lodge # 875 from Dutchess District donated three used electronic wheelchairs. Using their own resources, Brother • A remembrance of a life of service. Bob Ludwig and District Deputy John Montross drove three used • An honor for your Lodge. motorized wheelchairs to the Masonic Care Community on February • A recognition of an accomplishment. 11th. These chairs can be used by individuals who don’t currently own • In Memory of a loved one. a chair, and are unable to purchase one. The Masonic Care Community for the second year in a row was recognized by the New York Islanders. The Masonic Care Community Donate on-line @ was named the “Charity of the Game” by the New York Islanders WWW.MCCNY.COM during their game against the New Jersey Devils on Saturday, March Click “Support” and then “Donation” 1, 2014 at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum. The Islanders at every home game recognize a worthy charity; normally the charity they choose is usually from Long Island or New York City. So for the Mail your check made payable to: Islanders organization to recognize the great work that the Masonic The Masonic Care Community Care Community provides to people throughout New York State is an c/o Development Office honor itself. Again this year that the event was put together by W Walter Wasnieski, 2150 Bleecker Street who is a Past Master from Ridgewood Lodge 710 and is also on the Utica, NY 13501 Grand Lodge Fellowship Committee, and RW Charlie Catapano the Contact our office at (315) 798-4703 Vice Chairman of the Grand Lodge Fellowship Committee. This year we had over 180 Masons and their family and friends in attendance. We were joined by the “Force from the North” as a bus with over Donate in person forty-five people came down from the Utica area to enjoy the NHL at the Masonic picnic open to all game; they were joined by RW Keith Heinrich who is a Trustee of the Masons and their families at Acacia Village Masonic Hall & Home. The Masonic Care Community was able to on June 20th. raise $1,500 and this money will go directly to help the residents in Utica, NY. The Royal Arch Masons donated a Droid that can be used by our The Lights of Honor are $5.00 each. residents to communicate via Skype and Facetime with their relatives Purchase as many as you like. who are unable to visit. The equipment is portable, so it can be taken They will be illuminated at dusk from room to room. In addition to communicating with friends and th loved ones, technology such as ipads and Droids give our seniors the on Friday, June 20 around the opportunity to surf the net, stay connected and improve their quality Acacia Village Pond. of life. Thanks to A. Harry Williams, a Brother from Adonai Lodge, Marist College donated twenty-nine desktop computers that will be used in a variety of ways. Brother Williams works in the IT department of All proceeds will benefit the care of the college, and when he heard they were looking to donate them, he the residents of the advanced the cause of the Masonic Care Community. The computers Masonic Care Community were only two years old and will be refurbished to benefit our residents and staff across our Utica Campus. The Kane Lodge Foundation has generously donated funds for the purchase of a wheelchair washer for use by the Health Pavilion and Wiley Hall residents. This equipment will make sure our wheelchairs are properly cleaned and disinfected. It will also be used in our ongoing efforts to keep our wheelchairs in top working order and condition. We sincerely thank all our supporters for their consideration of the needs of the residents at the Masonic Care Community. We invite you to contact Victoria Cataldo, our Director of Development @ (317) 798-4703 or at [email protected] for ideas on how you or your Lodge can make a difference for our seniors. s

THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 21 An Interesting History: 150 years of the Trustees of the Masonic Hall and Asylum By Brother Andrew O. Roberts, Oriental-Faxton Lodge 224

What do Brother Noble F. Martin, Brother Philo Remington, MW William A. Brodie, and RW M. Donald Darrohn III have in common? The answer: They have had the privilege of serving our great Fraternity in the role of President of the Masonic Hall and Asylum Fund. An act of the New York State Legislature established the Trustees of the Masonic Hall and Asylum Fund 150 years ago as the organization that would oversee the property holdings of the Grand Lodge. In recognition of the 150th Anniversary of the Trustees a research project was initiated to record the names of the members of our Fraternity as Trustees of the Masonic Hall and Asylum Fund, as well as record the changes in the Board of Trustees makeup and membership. Due to my affiliation with the Order of DeMolay, my proximity to the Chancellor Robert R Livingston Library and Museum’s Utica Branch and my background in historical research, I was approached to spearhead the project and asked Brother Anthony Cucci (also a Senior DeMolay and member of my Lodge) to assist me in this project. Countless hours were spent looking over the proceedings of the Grand Lodge of the State of New York, looking over the names of those Brothers who were elected or selected, recording their titles and offices, and piecing together the history of the Trustees. The data collected from these records are currently in the process of being consolidated into one final report. Brother Cucci and I had the opportunity to present our tentative findings (l-r) RW William Thomas, Deputy Grand Master; Bro. Andrew Roberts, Researcher, Oriental Faxton to the Board of Trustees at their February meeting, which was also being Lodge 224; Bro. Anthony Cucci, Reseach Assistant; attended by the Grand Master and Deputy Grand Master. RW M. Donald Darrohn, III, President of the Board The evolution of the board is very interesting. It originally began as of Trustees of the Masonic Hall and Asylum Fund a board that consisted of the elected members of the Grand Line, to a board of three independent members, to seven members, then to nine. The history of the Trustees features a group of unique Brothers who brought with them various skill sets and expertise. For the past 150 years these Brothers have been charged with the unique task of maintaining the holdings of the Grand Lodge, helping to guide us into the future. Keep a look out in later copies of The Empire State Mason magazine for further information on the history of the Trustees. s

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22 THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 Masonic Brotherhood Fund

RW Bruce Testut, Chairman [email protected] [email protected]

Brethren, the Brotherhood Fund Campaign is at an end and Chairmen to get this information to you. wrapped up in June. Recognizing the economy and the costs With the help of the Grand Master and District Deputies, I of gasoline and heating of the homes with a winter that refuses have been able to get addresses of Brotherhood representatives to go away, I believe we did very well. I am looking forward and will be having the supplies ready to go for an earlier start to the next year, and with your help we should surpass the to a great campaign this year. I will be continuing to use the donations collected this year. Area Chairmen to conduct the seminars, as this helps to cut I have planned a couple of visits to explain the reports and costs and expenses. I believe the Area Chairmen and Lodge outline some changes in the program. For the most part, not Chairmen have the ability to run programs. They have much is to change. I will be in Utica to conduct a seminar the ability to select times and dates that will get the most on Saturday, September 6 at 9:00 a.m. at the Masonic Care attendance in their area. Community; and on Saturday, September 13 at 9:00 a.m. I I would like to thank those volunteers for their work this will be at the Sweet Home Masonic Hall, 641 Sweet Home past year and the Grand Lodge staff for helping me with the Road, Amherst, New York 14226-1427 to conduct a seminar. campaign. Remember the Masonic Brotherhood Fund. We I have not confirmed the dates for the two other visits, but will appreciate your giving and understand if you can’t. s use Athol and NetNews programs as well as Deputies and Area RW Robert Stein earns Morton award The DeWitt Clinton Award is given to non-Masons or non- Masonic organizations that have demonstrated exceptional voluntary service to their community. The Jacob Morton Award is given to Masons or Masonic organizations under the same criteria as those for the Dewitt Clinton Award. These are two of the highest awards given by Grand Lodge and are intended to be given for truly outstanding service. The Jacob Morton Award recognizes exceptional voluntary community service by a Master Mason or a Master Mason Lodge. Such service exemplifies concern for the well being of the community. The service provided should be one that assists in freeing the community from concern affecting the safety and/or welfare of the citizens and is of a nature that goes beyond what is expected of a Mason or Masonic organization. The Secretary of Trinity Lodge, Brother Bob Ekholm, read the rigorous requirements for earning the Jacob Morton Award and believed that Bob Stein was the only individual worthy of Lodge District Deputy visitation. When the Lodge meeting this honor. He contacted the Grand Lodge and told them that was closed, the ladies were invited in for the open portion of Trinity Lodge 12 was proud to nominate RW Robert L. Stein the night. As Master Chris Dunne spoke about the award, for the Jacob Morton Award for his exceptional voluntary Bro. Stein still did not realize that he was the Brother being service to the community. honored. When Bob’s name was announced he was truly RW Stein has demonstrated a tireless commitment, over a stunned. significant period of time, with a strong sense of civic and family Through his service RW Stein has also inspired and duty, as summarized by his many activities. Unbeknownst encouraged others to contribute to the well being of the to Bob Stein, Brother Ekholm contacted Kathy Stein and community. His actions have demonstrated his personal asked her to compile a dossier of his community activities. passion to help others, resulting in over 200 man-years of Bro. Ekholm submitted all the documentation to the Grand service to various organizations, not including an intensive Lodge. After a considerable amount of time, notification was effort to help the victims of super storm Sandy. The Jacob received that Bob Stein would be the recipient of the award. Morton Award is a well-earned recognition for his service. It was decided that Bob Stein would be kept in the dark Ever focused on others, Bob expressed his appreciation to and the District Deputy Grand Master, Kevin Koeberl, would Brother Ekholm for all his efforts on Bob’s behalf, and to the present the award on behalf of Grand Lodge during the Trinity Grand Lodge for the recognition. s THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 23 From The Grand Historian

RW JAMES H. RICE Masonic School and Asylum Grand Historian at Havana, New York

I am indebted to the officers of Milo Lodge 108 in the amount was realized to place the College free of debt. nineteenth century for saving many documents and records of During this period, the Trustees adopted a series of the Lodge. The old, large safe in the back room of the Lodge is resolutions providing for the representation of the Lodges yielding many very interesting items, fodder for future articles. contributing to the support of the College. In 1854 the Regents of the State of New York chartered the Mechanical School Association for Farmers and Mechanics. Resolution First: That upon the books of the College This institution had been incorporated by the New York shall be credited to every Masonic Lodge which may State Legislature “to promote literature, science, arts and contribute to the funds of the same the amount so agriculture” mainly to farmers and rural people. The founding contributed for tuition in favor of any student or for of this institution was the pride of the life of Brother Charles asylum expenses of any proper inmate. Cook. Throughout his life he succeeded in his business Resolution Second: That every Lodge so contributing endeavors and contributed many commanding buildings in to select and appoint a proper member of it to act as the community. The School eventually became the People’s a member of a Board Advisory to this in all matters College and the cornerstone was laid with Masonic ceremony pertaining to the general interest of this institution. on September 2, 1858 by MW John L. Lewis, Grand Master, in Havana, Schuyler County, New York with over 15,000 Resolution Third: That from among the number so people assembled to witness the parade and ceremonies. made members of the Advisory Board, the persons who shall be substituted in place of any present or In the early part of 1867, due to problems in raising enough future member of the Board, shall by this Board be funds to begin and maintain the school, a proposition was selected. made by the Trustees of the People’s College at Havana, New York (current Montour Falls) to transfer the College property A list of names of Lodge represented in the address included to the Masonic Fraternity, on condition that the Masons sixty-five Lodges and three Chapters from across the state. should pay its debt which amounted to $10,000 dollars. Once the debt had been erased the College and Masonic The College at the time consisted of a 100-acre farm, a four- Home and Asylum was opened with W. Walter H. Shupe as story, 216-feet long building given through the generosity of president and he was succeeded by the Rev. Thomas C. Strong Charles Cook to become the Masonic School and Asylum. of Ithaca. The institution opened October 1, 1868 with fifty The plan proposed that the Trustees of the college would scholars in attendance. resign from the Board and be replaced by Masons so that the At the Annual Communication of Grand Lodge in 1869 a Fraternity should at all times have a majority on the Board. resolution was presented that the Grand Lodge take no action From a copy of an address dated March 7, 1868, found in the favorable or prejudicial to the transfer of the People’s College old safe at Milo Lodge, that apparently was sent to all Lodges in at Havana. Alas, it only ran for two years until the estate of New York State, the above matter was brought to the attention Charles Cook ordered the property to be sold at a sheriff’s sale of the MW Robert D. Holmes, Grand Master, who appointed to satisfy the previous debts of the College. Elbert W. Cook, a committee to make inquiries into the matter. The committee brother of Charles, bought the property and turned it over to reported and Grand Master Holmes communicated the results the New York Convention of the Baptist Church who opened to the Grand Lodge at its Annual Communication in June it as Cook Academy. 1867. A Special Committee was established by Grand Lodge The Academy was forced to close in the spring of 1943 due with MW John L. Lewis, PGM as chairman. to the war. In 1948 it was sold to the Roman Catholic Church Immediately after the close of the Annual Communication, becoming St. John’s Atonement Seminary. At the present time active measures were taken by a few Masons residing in the it is the Senator Frederick L. Warder Academy of Fire Science. Brother Warder was a member of Ark Lodge 033 in Geneva, City of New York to procure funds to liquidate the debt of s the College. They were assisted in this effort by some of the New York. Lodges in the Metropolitan District and on January 1868 an

24 THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 Transportation celebrates centenarian

On Thursday, December 5, 2013 Transportation Lodge 842 held its annual Awards Night. At the invitation of Worshipful Master Robert A. Noll, the RW Jeffrey M. Williamson, Senior Grand Warden, and RW Thomas W. Pecoraro, District Deputy Grand Master of the First Erie District, joined in the presentations. Brother Christopher Crysler, Lodge Marshal, conducted RW Robert J. J. Pufpaff to the East where W Noll presented him a Certificate of Appreciation for his many years of service to the Fraternity—especially as the Lodge’s Masonic Brotherhood Fund Chairman. Due to the efforts of RW Pufpaff, Transportation Lodge was near (l-r) RW Jeffrey M. Williamson, Brother Herbert F. Paddock, the top in not only the percentage of W Robert A. Noll and RW Thomas Pecoraro its members giving but also the overall th dollar amount per member. W Wayne N. Yendall, and W Robert J. celebration of his 100 birthday. Ruhland for thirty years of service; RW Along with the certificate Brother Marshal Crysler then conducted W Herbert P. Hahn with twenty-five years; Paddock received a lifetime dues card. Donald L. Davis, Treasurer, W John E. and W Robert W. Yendall and W Cyrus Finally, Brother Brian E. Will read a Pufpaff and Senior Warden W Charles J. F. Berends for ten years of service. proclamation issued by Buffalo City Goetz, Sr. to the East. RW Williamson Mayor Byran Brown designating and RW Pecoraro presented each with The highlight of the evening was when Brother Herbert F. Paddock was December 28 as Herbert F. Paddock a forty-five-year certificate and pin for Day. After closing comments from the their years of service. escorted to the East. Senior Grand Warden RW Jeffrey M. Williamson distinguished East, the members retired Others honored and awarded pins to the banquet room to conclude the presented Brother Paddock with a s and certificates were RW Paul S. Sabo, certificate of congratulations on the evening’s festivities. W Jack Boylan marks 55 years

Brothers from North Woods Lodge 849 joined W Jack Boylan at his home on Saturday, March 1 to present him his fifty-five-year certificate and pin. He was Initiated on November 21,1957, Passed on December 5,1957 and Raised on January 16, 1958 in North Woods 849. He served as Lodge Master in 1974. For many years Jack was the only pharmacist the Old Forge area had before selling his pharmacy and moving to Arizona. Now he has returned home. W Boylan turned 80 on March 13, 2014. s l-r) W Stephen Park, DSA; RW Andrew Getty, Grand Steward; Brother Theodore Riehle, Senior Deacon; W Boylan; RW Timothy Harwood, District Deputy Grand Master of the Second Oneida District and Brother Thomas Smedley, Chaplain.

THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 25 Grand Chaplain’s Corner

A salesman breaks down on a remote My Brothers, it has been a distinct honor and privilege for me to serve as country lane. A farmer in the adjacent W Stenrick B. Adams, field comes over and they discover Grand Chaplain of our Grand Lodge Grand Chaplain that they are Brothers. The salesman for the past four years and I appreciate is concerned, as he has an important the opportunity to express some of my appointment in the local town. thoughts through this medium. “Don’t worry,” says the farmer, “you Over the past seventeen years as a can use my car, I will call a friend and Freemason I have been learning what it One who created it. It also reminds us of get the car repaired while you go to the means to be a Mason. I have found that our responsibility to live a life pleasing appointment.” the core principles of Freemasonry are in the sight of God. As I performed the Off goes the salesman and a couple of rooted in and built upon the foundation ceremony and listened to testimonies hours later he returns but, unfortunately, of the belief in a Supreme Being. On of the life of my dear Brother, my own the car is awaiting a part that won’t petitioning a Lodge in this jurisdiction, conviction of the reason why I became arrive until the next morning. “It’s not it is clear from the application form that a Mason was strengthened. For this a problem,” says the farmer. “Use my Masonry speaks to men with a firm Brother demonstrated the essence of telephone and re-schedule your first belief in a Supreme Being. The question brotherly love. Not just for Masons but appointment tomorrow. Stay with us “Do you firmly believe in the existence for all people. tonight and I’ll see that the car is done of God and the immortality of the The story that prefaces this piece first thing.” soul?” is always asked in some form or shows a perspective, which is based The farmer’s wife prepares a another. on God’s love for all mankind. As wonderful meal and they share a glass of Not too long ago I was asked to Freemasons we are charged from our fine wine during an excellent evening. perform a Masonic memorial service for petition to our final rites to live a life The salesman sleeps soundly and when one of the patriarchs of my Lodge. He based on our preparation for that life he awakens, there is his car, repaired was also my mentor and dear friend. I eternal. That fraternal love is often and ready to go. After a full American have been asked by Brothers to perform challenged by egos and our own human breakfast the salesman thanks them a wide range of pastoral duties but the weaknesses. However, we must strive to both for the hospitality. As he and the ceremony that moves me most is a keep our eyes on what God commands farmer walk to his car he turns and says, Masonic memorial service, especially us to do: “Love one another as I have “My Brother, thank you so much. But I this one. A Masonic funeral is the last loved you.” have to ask: did you help me because I rite afforded a Brother, if he so desires. It So, through the faith of our acceptance am a Mason?” brings to the end the Brother’s cycle here we are to be steadfast. And let our light “No,” was the farmer’s reply, “I helped on earth. It gives us an opportunity to so shine before men that they may see you because I am a Mason.” Author reflect on our own mortality and know our good works and glorify the Father, unknown. that one day our soul will return to the which is in heaven. s Freemasons at Work

On March 15 Brothers of the First Westchester-Putnam District Military Outreach served breakfast to fifty-four veterans at the Montrose VA Hospital. The Brothers were happy and proud to be there with our veterans. The sacrifices of those who serve our country are great ones. It was great that the Brothers came together to repay them in a small way. A thank-you goes to Brother Mike Peters, Chairman of the Orange- Rockland Military Outreach Committee for shopping for the event. And thanks to Nina Johnson, too, who also worked with the Brothers. s Row 2 (l-r) W Brian Tessler, Brothers Frank Gangichiodo, Dan Trotta, Eric Tiratsuyan, Scott Jones, Edward Keer Row 1 (l-r) Brother Rich DeLayo and W Nick Canaan 26 THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 2150 Bleecker Street • Utica, NY 13501 www.mmrl.edu • (315) 735-2217 Innovation and the Promise of Tomorrow

The Masonic Medical Research Laboratory – today also Case in point, the Board of Directors has approved Cardiac known as the Cardiac Research Institute – has been performing Research Institute as a new DBA. We are proud to say that innovative medical research since 1958. Few medical centers we were founded and supported by the Grand Lodge of New have had as global an impact on the world of cardiology as York. We are honored to have the support of Freemasons the Cardiac Research Institute/Masonic Medical Research and Masonic organizations in a growing number of states Laboratory (CRI/MMRL). The research achievements of our and countries. We are also grateful for the vital support we scientific staff have contributed to the saving of innumerable receive from other sources such as community and private lives of men, women and children afflicted with heart disease foundations, corporations and the general public. This support worldwide. in conjunction with grants from the National Institutes of Scientific and medical research is a bridge across time, Health, American Heart Association, NYSTEM and other generations, continents and ethnicity. Credit must be given to Federal and regional agencies is our lifeblood, enabling our the men and women who labor in the quarries with dedication scientists to forge ahead in quest of better means to diagnose, to help bring forth the scientific knowledge that serves as fitted prevent and treat disease. stones to generate the treatments and cures we welcome today The simplicity and quiet elegance of our new logo conveys but do not fully appreciate until needed. a forward motion emphasizing our commitment to life-saving and life-improving cutting edge research that benefits humanity. The use of the red heart is synonymous with cardiac research and its position over the globe expresses that our heart research is humanitarian in scope and benefit. The MMRL inaugurated several new programs in recent years aimed at sparking innovation, serving well to help maintain our leadership role in an ever-changing biomedical research landscape. Our Molecular Genetics, Stem Cell and Organ Bioengineering programs have attracted collaborators from every corner of our nation and the world. To capitalize on the growing interest nationwide and to facilitate collaboration with academic and biotechnology centers, we are exploring opportunities to establish a satellite of our facility in other It also takes leadership to build that bridge and turn dreams states. The new satellite facility will provide a strategic into reality. Therefore, we must recognize those who serve and advantage to speed new research to market and will synergize have served as members of the Board of Directors without the pioneering research efforts that will continue under the compensation. Each is uniquely qualified to administer the leadership of our talented scientists in Utica, NY. affairs of the Masonic Medical Research Laboratory, based No one can say for sure what the future holds nor can we upon his outstanding business and professional experiences. say for certain what we can expect next from medical research. Those skill sets have guided and grown our endowment. However, with your continued support we can, as Freemasons, The physical plant and infrastructure have seen tremendous do our part by providing the financial means necessary to help growth and remodeling since inception to accommodate the talented scientists defeat heart disease and stroke, develop a progression and evolution of the research at the CRI/MMRL. better understanding of heart disease to improve our quality of The ability of the MMRL to reinvent itself and respond to life, and provide new insights into the mysteries of life. the challenges of the times has been the basis for its growing On behalf of those beneficiaries all over the world, we thank success and is critical to its future potential. you for your most generous support. s

THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 27 Grand Lodge Educational Assistance Program

RW MICHAEL SHIPMAN, Chairman [email protected] [email protected] The public announcement and presentation to the recipients of the 2014 Education Assistance Program will take place at the following locations: Sunday, June 22, 2014 Saturday, July 12, 2014 Saturday, July 12, 2014 Masonic Home Campus Ismailia Shrine Damascus Shrine 2150 Bleeker Street. 1600 Southwestern Blvd. 979 Bay Road Utica, NY 13501 Buffalo, NY 14224 Webster, NY. 14580 at 1:00 p.m. at 12:00 p.m. at 5:00 p.m. Sunday, July 13, 2014 Sunday, July 27, 2014 Sunday, July 27, 2014 Centerville Lodge Masonic Community Ctr. Grand Lodge Building-2nd Fl. 648 Centerville Place 394 Princetown Road 71 West 23rd. Street North Syracuse, NY 13212 Schenectady, NY 12306 New York, NY 10010 at 12:00 p.m. at 10 a.m. at 5 p.m. All brethren are cordially invited to attend the 2014 Education Assistance Program presentations at the above locations and dates. Our Grand Master, MW William J. Thomas, will be present at these presentations and will continue the tradition of congratulating the students and families. The programs will start promptly at the above times. Assisting the Grand Master will be the Trustees of the Masonic Hall and Home, who have funded the program for the children, grandchildren and widows of our Fraternity. Light refreshments will be served. Special thanks go to the Lodge Secretaries who assisted the candidates with their applications. We appreciate the District Deputy Grand Masters for their assistance in securing the above locations. This will be the nineteenth year for this outstanding program. Your Grand Lodge and Trustees have assisted over 11,000 students, with grants now totaling over ten million dollars, in their pursuit of higher learning. All brethren and their families are welcome to be part of these special events. Help us congratulate the children, grandchildren and widows of the members in our Fraternity. Make reservations with your District Deputy if you would like to attend. s Repurposing Masonic Tools RW Andrew “Jock” Hengst

As a current member of the Board of Trustees of the Robert me what to do and how to do it. Simply build a light box using R Livingston Library, I have always been interested 24V LED strip lights and design a stained in preserving Masonic history. When glass window using the slides and employing opportunity presents itself, employing the compass and square as a central focal forgotten tools in a unique format that point within the window. stimulates and educates the Craft and To that end, I contacted Don Henry of prospective new Brothers in the rich history Sullivan Studios and within a month the we all share adds a new dimension. In that window/light box was finished and installed spirit, I have always been interested in at our Lodge. Each slide is installed with Magic Lantern—also called Gas Lantern— distressed/aged zinc came in a “brick” pattern slides. They became popular at the end of and a framed index hangs next to the widow the 19th century and were used extensively listing the titles of each of the 52 slides from in Lodges well into the 20th century. top left to bottom right. When Hamilton Lodge 120 moved in The window was revealed to both Brothers 2006 from our Lodge building located in the and guests at our fourteenth benefit dinner village of Hamilton to our new 6,400 sq. ft. for a local not-for-profit organization facility just north of town, the packing and on November 9. The response was most unpacking process revealed a complete set gratifying, as both Brothers and guests of slides. But what to do with them? How actively engaged in spirited conversation could we bring these beautiful hand-colored over the symbols and their Masonic meaning. slides into the 21st century and showcase the If any Brother is interested in creating a history they represent? window for his Lodge, please contact me at For over five years I wrestled with that question my office phone 315/824-2462. s until at one of the antique shows I produce, I spotted a backlit stained glass window for sale. Upon reflection, it occurred to 28 THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 Committee on Youth

RW Cary S. Cohn, MW Frank M. Totton served Grand Lodge as Grand Master during the years 1948 Chairman and1949. He hailed from the Fifth Manhattan Masonic District. Roughly fifty years (516) 781-1157 ago, in his honor, an Essay Contest was established. It is now currently funded by [email protected] the Fifth Manhattan Masonic District Association Endowment Fund with ten prizes awarded to the top essays. The Youth Committee of Grand Lodge administers this contest for them. On behalf of the Grand Lodge Committee on Youth it is an honor to announce the winner of this year’s Frank M. Totton Essay Contest: Mr. Christopher Lentner, of Oneonta, New York. He is the grandson of Brother Philip A. Card. He hails from Olive Branch 40 in Herkimer District. His uncle is RW Stuart Card, who hails from Amicable 664 in the First Oneida District. Christopher is also a recent recipient of the Grand Lodge Eagle Scout Commendation. Next year’s Essay Contest topic is “How Can Teenage Suicide be Prevented?”

How Has the Internet Changed the World?

The Internet has changed purchase goods and services anytime, anywhere. Charities are every part of daily life by able to reach a wider audience and collect money from all over enabling fast, inexpensive, the world. Thanks to the Internet, employees are able to work worldwide communication. remotely, and even collaborate from different countries and This ability has been used time zones. Content distribution is easier, as is evident in the for good, such as the entertainment industry: many people are unsubscribing from organization of charities. television in favor of internet-based services such as Netflix. The Internet has also been People also connect for pleasure; services such as Facebook used to coordinate crimes allow them to keep in touch with friends and distant relatives. and commit fraud. In both The effects of the Internet have not all been positive. People cases, however, one thing is Christopher Lentner share more information about themselves than ever before, undeniable; the Internet has and it is collected by both corporations and governments, forever changed the world. undermining privacy. The possibility of anonymity on the Benefits from the implementation of the Internet are Internet has facilitated the organization of crimes, most ubiquitous. The instant dissemination of information notably large-scale copyright infringement. Additionally, since has aided revolutionaries in the Arab Spring, and it has the Internet is less regulated than other sources of information, facilitated free speech in general. Doctors have access to an fraud and identity theft have become easier to commit. unprecedented database of information about diagnoses For better or worse, just about anyone who lives in a first-world and treatments. It is now possible to learn about college- county has been affected by the Internet. Communication, level topics for free, through institutions like M.I.T. and politics, science, medicine, business ventures and shopping Stanford. Scientific collaboration is instant, and the Internet have all been aided by the ability to communicate instantly allows mathematicians to work on new solutions to difficult with anyone and everyone around the world. problems in real time. Commerce has benefited immensely from the Internet, since it enables consumers to discover and

This year at the VIP Reception and Dinner on May his hard work in connection with DeMolay NY. Under 4th the Grand Master MW James E. Sullivan chose to his leadership there has been increased interest, reflected recognize a particular Brother for all of his hard work in new Chapters and membership. The Bridge on-line by presenting him with the Youth Activities Award for magazine has been an invaluable tool highlighting all Service to Youth. This was the only award presented this the good works accomplished statewide by our premiere year. The recipient of this recognition for his service was Masonic Youth Organization. s RW William “Bill” Sardone. He is to be recognized for all

THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 29 DeMolay Class Dedicated to Grand Master James E. Sullivan New York DeMolay On March 29 representatives from all Masonic Bodies converged at the Utica Masonic 2150 Bleecker Street, Temple to witness and participate in an historic day. Grand Master and Dad James E. Utica, New York 13501 Sullivan is a strong supporter of DeMolay, and the induction ceremony of fourteen new RW William M Sardone DeMolays was dedicated to him on this day. Executive Officer Hundreds witnessed the ranks of NY DeMolay grow as Degree teams from all over New [email protected] York worked as a team. A brand new Chapter in Oswego was announced and Kisco was Office (315) 798-4922 announced. Fax (315) 798-4798 We heard in our travels that many Masons missed the opportunity to join DeMolay as a Website: NYDemolay.org young man. New York DeMolay listened and Sanctorum Chapter No. 1 was instituted that afternoon. Forty Master Masons met at the DeMolay altar and upon proclaiming their vows : Facebook.com/NYDemolay became Honorary Senior DeMolays and Charter Members. The lapel pin that each received : Twitter.com/NYDeMolay is a DeMolay and Masonic emblem linked as one. We are proud to carry that partnership into our daily life. s : NYDeMolay

Upper - RW Bill Sardone administers oath to (at altar) MW James E. Sullivan, RW William J. Thomas, RE Raymond Roche, MI Leonard W. Mason Lower - Surrounding the Distinguished Guests are the new DeMolay Initiates and the New York DeMolay State Officers. 30 THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 International Order of the Rainbow for Girls International Order NY Rainbow has just finished a successful year of “Letting Our Dreams Shine” with of the Rainbow for Girls in NY our 2013 Grand Worthy Advisor, Samantha Hansen. Not only have the girls had the Mrs. Gale Gould opportunity to learn great leadership skills, meet new friends, and travel across the state, Supreme Deputy in NY but they have also traveled to many Rainbow activities in other states, spent time with our 35 Maple Street Masonic family at various events, and shared their love of Rainbow with thirty-nine new Auburn, New York 13021 members in 2013. Phone: 315-253-8206 At our annual Grand Assembly sessions in April, we embarked on a new year with e-mail:[email protected] our 2014 Grand Worthy Advisor, Hannah Nelson. She encourages each of us to “Reach Website: www.nyiorg.org Out and Spread Our Wings.” We hope our Masonic family will support this message by : facebook.com/NY Rainbow attending and participating in as many of our meetings and activities as possible. We look forward to seeing everyone soon.

Homecoming of the 2013 Grand Worthy Advisor and Grand Officers in Middletown, New York on February 22, 2014

The International Order of the Rainbow for Girls is a youth service and charity organization comprised of girls between the ages of 11 and 20 and sponsored by the Masonic Fraternity. Rainbow has helped girls build character, self-esteem, camaraderie, commitment, and superb communication and leadership since 1922. Mission Statement: The International Order of the Rainbow for Girls in the State of New York strives to teach each of its members the skills necessary for a young woman to be confident, competent and successful in an ever changing world. Vision Statement: Our goal is for Rainbow and its lessons to be passed on to future generations throughout New York State. s

Homecoming with the three youth heads and youth leaders and Grand Master James E. Sullivan THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 31 Organization of Triangles Organization of Triangles, Inc. Mary Madison State Director This photo below was taken at our state convention last fall, where for three very busy Email: [email protected] days we initiated new members, instituted a new Chapter and installed new State Officers. Website: www.nytriangle.org We celebrated with guests from our fellow youth groups as well as the adult orders and even had a surprise visit from Capt. Hook. : facebook.com/OOTNY The momentum has continued across the state since then as the individual Triangles continue to work hard to fulfill the three duties of our organization. They have installed new officers, initiated new members and worked to support many various charities, along with our own scholarship fund. The Jr. Advisory Council has spent many hours making plans for Leadership Weekend this summer. Despite the very hard winter, it will be a Winter Wonderland the weekend of July 11-13 at the Old Forge Campground. We love visitors and hope that if you are in the area you will stop in for a cup of hot chocolate and a s’more. We recently revealed our new website, which was designed entirely by past Triangle members, and invite you to look around it: www.nytriangle.org. Our organization is open to young ladies between the ages of 10 and 21. If you know someone who might be interested, please contact me. If we don’t have a Chapter in the area, we are always looking for opportunities to grow and share the positive impact this organization can have on youth. Please contact me at [email protected]. s

New Grand Lodge e-newsletter Updated Grand Lodge website Do you want news from your Lodge going out via the Internet? Do you want to read the latest news relating to The New York Grand Lodge website address remains other Lodges, Districts and Grand Lodge activities? Then the same: www.nymasons.org. Look for the new updated you should subscribe to Hiram’s Highlights, the new website now online with Brother Ken Stucznski as e-newsletter for Masons in New York. To subscribe, send webmaster. To post material on the Grand Lodge website, an email to: [email protected]. You may send Brother Ken can be contacted at: [email protected]. any information or pictures (jpg format preferred) to the Log on now and see our new look: www.nymasons.org. s same address. Please feel free to contact the editor, Brother Andrew Roberts, at the same email address with questions or concerns. s

32 THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 DeWitt Clinton presentation draws 800

Sunday, March 9 dawned bright and clear over the Throgs Neck Bridge on the Bronx side of Long Island Sound. Over 800 enjoyed the Metropolitan Area’s 69th Annual Masons and Families Dedication Service and Breakfast. On the morning when clocks were pushed ahead and everyone awoke early, Grand Chaplains RW Kenneth E. Wagner and RW Ronald J. Reed led the attendees in prayer, and then they received a rousing sermon from RW Stenrick Adams, Grand Chaplain, whose theme was Brotherly Love. After a bountiful breakfast, and appropriate introductions of the Grand Line and distinguished Masons and guests, MW James E. Sullivan, Grand Master, presented a DeWitt Clinton Award for distinguished public service to Donna Kane, noted American Theater Actress, Broadway star, and passionate (l-r) MW James E. Sullivan, Grand Master; Gail Sullivan; supporter of Shrine Hospitals for Children. Ms Kane spoke Ms Donna Kane; Susan Thomas and RW William J. Thomas, eloquently, with obvious deep feelings, about her relationship Deputy Grand Master with Masons and Shriners and the state-of-the-art pediatric medical care and treatment rendered free of charge at Shrine Thanks go to the Metropolitan DD’s Association and the Mason Hospitals for Children. She has had intimate personal Grand Lodge Convention Committee for all the arrangements. involvement with the Shrine Mason Orthopedic Hospital And thanks to the Grand Chaplains for grand weather. treatment and rehab facilities in Philadelphia. She concluded Grand Master James E. Sullivan presented Ms Donna Kane her address with a touching musical rendition expressing love with the DeWitt Clinton Award for her outstanding community and devotion. The Grand Master presented a check from the service and her ongoing contributions of time and her considerable Masonic Brotherhood Foundation to the Shrine Hospitals in talents for the benefit of children and the Shrine Masons Children’s honor of Donna Kane. Hospitals. Here is her letter of appreciation in response: The Grand Master then addressed the crowd and observed “I had the pleasure and honor of receiving the 2014 DeWitt that most of the people in attendance would not be at Grand Clinton Award at the Masons and Families Dedication Service Lodge in May. He took this opportunity to thank everyone for on March 9. On behalf of my family, and myself I would like allowing him to serve as Grand Master. He noted how much to thank Grand Master Sullivan, Grand Secretary Libone, and Gail and he had enjoyed meeting and greeting Brothers and all of the New York Masons for including us in this beautiful their loved ones all around our Empire State. He closed with a ceremony. I shared the following poem by Mahatma Ghandi, prayer for everyone’s well being, for our nation, our Fraternity and would like to share it with you, in hope that it may serve and our military men and women. to remind us all of the great importance of our continued service to others in need. Even as we serve others, We are working on ourselves; Every act, every work, Every gesture of genuine compassion Naturally nourishes our own hearts as well. It is not a question of who is helped first, When we attend to ourselves with compassion and mercy, More healing is made available for others. And when we serve others With our open and generous heart, Great healing comes to us. As we heal the wounds of the past, We carry less pain into the world, And we bring more charity and peace. It is no longer simply for personal gain; It becomes our gift, Our offering to the earth And the Divine Spirit within us all. -Mahatma Ghandi (l-r) MW James E. Sullivan, Ms Donna Kane With sincere appreciation, and RW William J. Thomas Donna Kane” s THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 33 The 55th Annual ESM Grand Master’s Cruise

On January 20 my husband and I had the great pleasure of weather was warm and sunny. The gem of the Spanish Main joining nearly fifty Masons, their families and friends, on our surprised visitors with its colonial architecture and impressive first-ever cruise of the Caribbean. Our magnificent cruise ship fortifications. was the Celebrity Equinox, a state of the art, 15-deck ship the In Colon, Panama we went on a five-hour ride on the Gamboa length of three football fields, with an international crew of Aerial tram, which was an excursion through the canopy of the over 1200 people ready to serve our every whim at any time, rainforest. On that particular excursion we visited a butterfly day or night. This floating hotel had ten restaurants, fifteen garden, which was quite unique and beautiful. bars, shops, a casino, pools, whirlpools, a spa and solarium, with professional entertainment scheduled all day and mostly Back on board the ladies were able to enjoy art auctions all night. Everything from glass blowing to ballroom dancing, and jewelry showcases at the duty-free gift shops. The from various wine and liquor tastings to spa relaxation was shows at night also were magnificent: great singers of many ours to choose from on a daily basis. In our down time we sat different styles, from opera to Pop to Broadway. There was an poolside or in the whirlpool and watched the Zumba dancers. interactive theme party. There were comedians, contortionists, If you felt like taking a walk, there was an outdoor track that and a Master of Mentalism, who astounded all with his tricks was utilized to raise money for the Breast Cancer Research and illusions. One of the best shows was a Cirque du Soleil- Foundation. style show. It was just like being in Las Vegas. Every evening, all the Brothers and their wives and friends Puerto Limon, Costa Rica was next. Many nature and sat together and ate delicious meals, which seemed to have wildlife excursions, or sightseeing, plantation and cultural no end. One of the guests was the 92-year-old Past Grand tours were available. There was also white-water rafting for Master of Alaska, who was accompanied by his daughter and those so inclined. grandson. There were mainstays on the menu every evening Seven hundred miles later we arrived at Belize City, Belize, and also new and delicious entrees and appetizers to try. Of where we went on a five-hour tour of the country. Our course, there were also fattening desserts to complete the meal. ultimate destination was the ancient Mayan city of Altun Ha, Most evenings were smart casual dress but there were two which showcases ancient pyramid-like structures, which you formal nights where the ladies looked spectacular and the men could climb on to see the entire rainforest. looked regal in their suits and tuxedos. The last port-of-call was Cozumel, Mexico for swimming Our first stop was Georgetown, Grand Cayman, where we with the dolphins. The total distance traveled was over 3200 took a trolley ride around the island and learned many of the miles in our eleven days at sea. Many thanks go to Judi Stern, historic and cultural facts about the country, which used to who made this trip so worthwhile and enjoyable. be known as British Honduras. People were able to take a submarine to see the marine life or to play with and hand-feed We will be looking forward to the next Grand Lodge cruise, friendly stingrays. scheduled for September 6 to 11. This sails from Cape Liberty, New Jersey to Kings Wharf, Bermuda. It will be a great way to After that we were off to Cartagena, Columbia, where the close out summer.

Joan Cohn NOTE: Mrs. Joan Cohn is the wife of RW Cary Cohn, Chairman of the Grand Lodge Youth Committee. s

34 THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 DATES TO REMEMBER JUNE 2014 60-year apron 7 Camp Turk Work Weekend 20-21 St. John’s Weekend, Utica debuts 22 Scholarship presentations, Utica ight Worshipful Henry Parsont received JULY 2014 R the first of the new sixty-year anniversary 6 York Rite Parade, Oswego aprons on May 13 in Maimonides-Marshall 12 Scholarship presentations – Lodge. Brother Parsont was Raised in Buffalo, Rochester 1954. He was completely surprised when 13 Scholarship presentation, Syracuse presented the apron by Most Worshipful 25 Council of Deliberation, Liverpool William J. Thomas, Grand Master. A large 27 Scholarship presentations, cadre from Hong Kong sojourned 8000 Schenectady, New York City miles to be with RW Parsont, where he is a AUGUST 2014 dual member. 1 DeMolay annual meeting, Utica 2 GM visits campers at Camp Turk 22 Grand Cryptic Council, Batavia 31 GM Baseball Day, Syracuse september 2014 6 ESM Bermuda Cruise for Camp Turk, Port Liberty, NJ 12 Grand Commandery 13 Four Grand Lodges Unity Day, Trenton 13 Mighty Run, Utica 27 Triennial for Royal Arch, Cryptic Council, Buffalo

MW Thomas announced that the sixty- and seventy-year aprons are a new program and are sponsored by the Trustees of the Masonic Hall and Home. Camp Turk is a program of special interest to the First Lady, Susan Taylor- Thomas, and she encouraged participation. New Trustee RW Nathan Lipper also commented favorably. The fifty-year anniversary apron will continue to be presented. The Directors of the Masonic Medical Research Laboratory will sponsor this award for the next Articles Due Date two years. s for the Fall Issue Submission guidelines for of the publication in the ESM

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THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 35 Year of Service Awards

50 years 0224 Howard G. Collis 0564 Keith L. Chatterton 1057 James J. Kane Jr 0001 Herbert Schildt 0224 Paul A. Enders 0565 Robert B. Birmele 1057 Charles Keiling 0003 Donald Alexander Flanders 0224 Alan W. Pentland 0579 Franklyn L. Sherry 1066 Martin Dashevsky 0004 John H. Nethaway 0224 Earl T. Van Scooter 0580 Hans Ketelsen 1101 Edward Gabelman 0007 Nelson A. Bink 0229 William R. Smith 0582 Irving Weinsoff 1116 Gerald Mathios 0007 Arnold T. Johnsen Jr 0230 Rudolph C. Briggs 0584 Ronald D. Dixson 1118 Hiroshi Kaku 0011 Robert Carillion Jr 0236 William Bennett Braatz 0584 Geo C. Houser 1122 Darryl Kaplan 0011 Earl R. Davis 0240 Elias J. Paravalos 0586 John R. Lauritzen Jr 1122 Richard A. Rubin 0011 John R. Elder 0241 Ronald R. Kizer 0586 William George Elvin Lee 1127 John Knopf Jr 0011 Charles E. Entenmann 0241 Harold Roseth 0588 George Blekas 1147 Donald Raymond Cable 0013 Leonard F. Church 0250 George Guederian 0588 Alan S. Robinson 1147 Martin Richard Gage 0013 Richard W. Rogers 0255 Carl A. Wells 0616 Millard S. Kidder 1174 Ronald H. King 0014 Robert J. Clark 0273 Frank W. Morgan 0616 Robert R. Sherburne 1179 Kenneth D. Stewart 0019 Alfred Emil Dietz 0285 David P. Ramos 0619 Jefferson F. Huff 1179 Henry L. Wedekindt 0019 Theodore B. Freedman 0295 Gary W. Few 0619 Keith G. Roberts 55 years 0020 Martin W. Turetzky 0298 Frederick Miller Jr 0622 Barry T. Mugglin 0005 Albert Seymour Thanhauser 0022 William E. Reid Jr 0305 Kenneth G. Gerhart 0627 John W. Foster 0006 Joseph J. Walsh 0034 Clifford R. Lancaster 0305 Bruce R. Weegar 0634 Nicholas Fatseas 0008 Edgar Pardee Earle White 0039 Richard L. Newcomb 0306 Eric Malcolm Hooker 0634 Herman Schindel Hefler 0011 Louis J. Brousseau 0039 Kermit C. Roth Jr 0309 John Henry Carter 0646 John O. Thompson 0011 William Murphy III 0039 Kenneth A. Rupert 0309 Robert Aubrey Foster 0646 Walter B. Trude 0013 Warren John Dunham 0041 Brant R. Sherlock 0309 Clark Conner White Jr 0647 Robert W. Johnson Jr 0014 Louis E. Ebel 0047 Norman J. Heid 0313 Cyrus V. Raymond 0647 Thomas Thorkildsen 0019 Travis Allen Chambers 0056 Gregory C. Kalicin 0313 Walter B. Rose 0647 John A. Vold 0020 Mitchell A. Radin 0060 Jose Sanchez 0313 Kenneth G. Schmoeger 0648 Raymond G. Hulick 0023 Jack H. Weiner 0063 Raymond A. Miller 0347 Lyman Edward Wheeler IV 0694 Fredric B. Ridenour Jr 0034 GEORGE E. VARIAN 0063 Joseph C. Sepe 0350 George F. Richter 0701 Alfred Howard Esser 0039 Clayton D. Dimick 0065 Reid Pierce 0358 Thomas I. Dilamarter 0708 Elliot Cates 0040 George B. Green 0073 Elwin E. Hutchinson 0358 Phillip M. Foreman 0710 Andrew Brondas Jr 0044 Richard A. Miles 0073 Wilbert H. Rhinehart 0358 Michael Malyak 0712 Allen E. Herskowitz 0045 James A. Slocum 0075 Kenneth Dodge 0358 Murray D. Penman 0712 Robert P. Morgan 0046 Paul Nelson Zahniser 0082 Karl L. Gregory 0373 Pierre Rene Marie 0714 Herbert Bittlingmaier 0063 Harry A. Kessler 0083 Joseph A. Van Haelst 0375 Ronald F. Stockwell 0727 Lionel C. Rippie 0063 Gerald B. Maier 0087 James N. Bult 0386 Vaughn T. Holden 0729 Alwyn D. Lassiter 0073 Frederick N. Jex 0087 George W. Wagner 0392 Robert T. Rawden 0729 Robert M. Sayler 0073 Russell K. Whitehead 0095 Frederick Wayne Hodge 0393 Charles F. Goolden 0737 Robert H. Day Jr 0075 Robert Green 0095 Carl D. Stimmerman 0394 Edward Charles Sisson 0739 Fred Brafman 0087 Ralph K. Erickson 0098 William J. Yasinski 0396 Thomas Alan Axtell 0739 Hyman C. Grossman 0095 Ralph Hoskins 0103 Philip R. Stevens 0396 Richard Earl Darling 0739 Paul Konigsberg 0095 C Eugene Mills 0109 James O Woodruff 0399 Dean R. Quick 0739 Alan M. Rashes 0095 Robert E. Montgomery 0110 Robert L. Chase 0414 Ronald D. Cottet 0739 Burton D. Stillman 0096 Terry A. Stone 0112 Jay Dickson 0414 Paul E. Fuller 0778 Karl E. Schroeder 0107 Dale D. Fairchilds 0112 Larry Dickson 0417 John D. Denuccie Jr 0779 Clyde Hendrick Rathbun 0107 Irving Rushforte Provost 0112 Philip M Dickson 0425 John Kessler 0782 John F. Bahrenburg 0109 Richard J Beyer 0112 William K. Kastner 0425 Lee K. Murdie 0790 Andrew M. Dixon 0115 Larry Whiteman 0112 Manford Naar 0425 Brian B. Turner 0799 John Wilson Currie 0121 Melvin Irving Bittman 0123 James E. Mullican 0426 Edgar Rummler III 0801 Charles K. Root 0122 Francis E. Stanley 0123 Robert W. Pepper 0432 John A. Griffin 0808 Joseph Levinson 0129 David E. Wilbur 0123 Gary A. Webber 0434 B Richard Boscamp 0814 Richard E. Pieper 0130 Robert J. Vanscoy 0126 Gordon B. Hinman 0434 Lawrence F. Paulus 0821 Donald G. Finkbeiner 0132 Ralph H. Kline 0126 Frank H. Louiselle 0435 George Bernard Freer 0821 Francis A. Phelps 0137 Kurt Karl Ulmer 0128 Richard H. Handley 0435 Stephen M. James 0821 Ralph A. Staplin 0138 Daniel E. Coons 0129 Dale L. Allen 0439 Richard Everett Wickham 0826 William E. Green 0139 Ermil R. Peglow 0129 Gary M. Allen 0442 Charles Jehu Dehaven 0827 Perry M. Sample III 0145 Russell E. Diethrick Jr 0132 Sigurd Balodis 0444 James E. Dann 0837 Merton Tracy Miller Jr 0148 James Arthur Green 0132 Arthur F. Hartley 0444 Frank Karlton Faulkner 0839 Joel Langbaum 0148 Arthur A. Hill 0132 Arthur C. Sawyer 4058 Gerald C. Parliman 0839 Morton L. Weiss 0149 Sterling Roderick Stofle 0134 Charles J. Bunke 0471 Olav M. Sandklev 0843 Hugh King Jr 0150 Donald R. Thomas 0136 Bruce J. Ingersoll 0471 Craig A. Valentine 0855 Eric G. Jude 0152 D Kent Lawhead 0144 Donald Kenneth Comstock 0472 Richard Frederick Bailey 0859 Bruce H. Bell 0152 Jared A. Woolley 0145 John L. Sellstrom 0474 James W. Vossler 0859 William F. Riordan 0153 Walter T. Jensen 0146 Stephen A. Foster 0476 Wayne C. Montague 0861 Daniel Leonard Bickelhaupt 0159 Chester A. Peters 0146 Frank W. Smith Jr 0477 Ronald Lee Bovay 0861 Richard Carter Watson 0160 Donald P. Bryant Jr 0148 Dana W. Wilson 0479 Robert Warren Spaulding 0879 Richard William Jochum 0160 Richard E. Vantassell 0154 Edward Earl Mayer 0501 Bruce K. Sutphen 0880 Robert John W Mackenna 0161 Charles F. Carpenter 0160 William J. Beall 0506 Richard G. Jones 0890 Matthew J. Printz 0161 Irving Gareleck 0160 William A. Hook 0506 Allan R. Oatman 0890 Lester Stoller 0161 Albert W. Shotwell 0161 Paul L. Gibbs 0517 G Crawford 0896 David M. Spaulding 0163 Ralph E. Smith 0161 Nelson J. Nemmer 0521 Nelson D. Durland 0913 Hugh F. Foresman 0166 Donald Richard Bull 0163 Nick G. Anastas 0521 Alan Gerry 0916 Dale Francis Leeson 0166 Alan Lindsey Mcleod 0163 David P. Crawford 0521 Lee R. Tompkins Jr 0922 Norman Spinner 0172 Robert James Bates 0175 Robert K. Bickerton 0533 Paul W. Albright 0934 Donald Kaufman 0175 David H. Hall 0175 Myron A. Phillips 0533 George P. Magur 0942 Peter Bergman 0183 William T. Pritchard 0178 Howard Goldman 0533 E Eugene Sharer 0956 Robert Schatz 0195 Spyros Kratsios 0183 Karl A. Nikula 0538 Mark V. Fenton 0975 Frederick Peter Gronert 0195 Robert E. Sumpter 0193 John P. Schneider 0543 Gary Ken Van Slyke 0975 Clarence C. Rowland 0200 Robert Francis Spink 0195 Douglas Barton Johnsen 0548 Robert M. Tilley 0981 Howard L. Lickers Jr 0200 Frederick L. Wheeler 0196 Charles H. Riley 0550 John H. Crego 0998 Norman E. Williams 0205 Alvin Finger 0200 John H. Davis 0550 Charles Willard Kranze 1009 David Leichter 0205 Basilios Theodosakis 0203 Joel G. Ackerman 0551 Carl R. Corp Jr 1009 Gerald Lutzker 0224 Geoffrey A. Hampton 0203 Elliott Irwin Tepper 0555 George T. Butler 1016 Jerome Ackerman 0224 Richard F. Penberthy 2014 Charles E. Bartlett 0555 Robert Joseph Kelly 1016 Charles V. Krajci 0224 Robert C. Roberts 0224 John H. Beach II 0555 James L. McGraw 1057 William H. Bunker 0229 Harlan C. Morse 36 THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 0229 Hugh Q. Smith 0666 James A. Muncey 1126 Gerald Matlick 0458 Glenn R. Lockwood 0230 Gary Terence Fraser 0671 Merton Fowler O’Prey 1130 Albert F. Keer 0466 Landin Irving Van Buren 0230 Orval A. Rossman 0680 Arthur Hess 1134 John C. Donnelly 0471 Harry C. Gregor Jr 0233 Herbert I. Levin 0689 John Allan Steinbarge 1138 Kenneth Ivin Perry 0472 John Earl Palmer 0241 Robert E. Dennis 0694 Tony H. Horschel 1179 D. Bruce Gilbert 0476 Leonard E. Fulmer 0263 William G. Pratt 0694 Carl Frederick Steinbach 1179 William L. Schechterly 0479 John D. Bennett 0264 Bruce M. Wightman 0695 Kurt R. Mueller 1180 James H. Airy 0479 Norman J. Weinreber 0264 Neil F. Wightman 0696 Richard A. Anderson 1180 William C. Jones 0481 Elmer J. Lybert Jr 0273 George E. Schneider 0696 Robert J. Erickson 1185 Larry H. Bieler 0481 Lawrence W. Presler 0284 Donald G. Armstrong 0699 George B. Basil 1185 Paul R. Leberman 0487 John J. Lucatos 0284 Chick Dee 0701 Lloyd L. Decker 1185 Dana Otto 0487 John C. Mcmillan 0284 Erwin Meller 0729 Peter Karounos 1185 Kenneth V. Weber 0517 Kenneth F. Pulsifer 0294 Paul E. Daniels Jr 0737 Costas James Ziamandani 1186 John H. Meahl 0522 William M. Schneider Jr 0305 Eric Frank Thresh 0750 Michael H. Gold 1187 Marvin L. Jay 0524 Douglas A. Nielsen 0313 Charles G. Meyn 0750 Aaron Rubin 1902 Chafik Dagher 0524 Earl Laverne Rosa 0333 Robert E. Corbin 0750 Daniel M. Semel 60 years 0533 Kenneth L. Avery 0333 Howard B. Jones 0765 Gerhard Wilhelm Schweyher 0006 William R. Van Fechtmann 0552 Maurice W. Early 0333 Carl F. Pendleton 0776 Herbert Robert Hartel Sr 0007 Harold F. Bledsoe 0552 John F. Lovell 0336 Fraser James 0776 Ronald William Reinhardt 0010 William H. Jackson 0555 Ronald E. Deatcher 0352 Donald I. Steger 0781 Moses Garippa 0010 George D. Kakoullis 0558 Robert A. Deck 0358 Henry John Ahrens 0785 Hugh C. Messer 0014 Charles W. Wyld Jr 0558 Freeman S. Dennison 0358 Cecil J. Hurd Jr 0793 Joseph A. Calvacca 0019 Rudolph E. Stallman Jr 0565 Curtis M. Jackson 0358 Nicholas Malyak 0796 D William Fake 0023 Sidney I. Hausen 0584 Warren R. Moon 0359 Frank A. Wicks 0796 Stuart W. Shulenburg 0034 GEORGE J. MILLER 0588 Stanley S. Leffler 0375 Wiley E. Tothill 0796 Roy H. Youker 0039 William E. Henry 0595 Harold E. 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Thomas 0922 Joseph Trachtenberg 0224 Steven Pribis Jr 0806 Theodore Haarke Jr 0513 Leonard O. Baldwin 0922 Richard Trachtenberg 0224 Frank J. Sergi 0806 Ian B. MacKenzie 0520 James W. Kline 0934 Joel Margolies 0224 Benjamin S. Seward 0818 Charles A. Deacon 0520 Larry Phillips 0948 Lawrence I. Macks 0232 Marvin Goldsmith 0818 Manley G. Harris 0524 Garth Allen Snyder 0948 Ira Melzer 0232 Donald M. Tannenbaum 0821 Carl G. Nutting 0527 Richard L. Karns 0948 Melvyn G. Mesnekoff 0241 Warren A. Romaine 0861 Wayne K. Storie 0529 Arthur W. Rood 0950 Raymond F. Harvey 0252 Robert C. Babbitt 0863 George I. Gordon 0538 Edward Herbert Maeske 0950 John M. Loudon 0252 Orin E. Parker 0877 Stavros G. Baltsas 0549 Gerald R. Pfeifer 0950 Edward W. Stone 0285 Alson Miles Lee 0878 Charles R. Vroom 0551 Kenneth Patterson 0956 John A. Herzog 0290 John A. Stone 0880 Frederick E. Griffiths 0563 Frank Spada 0956 Frank Roy Meserole 0290 Robert C. Wild 0890 Stanley Goldner 0565 Alexander J. McConnell 0956 William Victor Waks 0297 Royal C. Garlock 2nd 0890 Horace Lipkin 0573 Walter Glenn Rickett 0965 Carlton E. Swanker 0305 Winship E. Gurney 0912 Howard E. Herbert Jr 0575 Carlton Guy Stetson 0968 Stuart F. Rubin 0308 Wells G. Kubli 0916 William S. Matteson 0579 Archie P. Reeder 0975 Alfredo G. Borsari 0309 Frank Larocca 0916 Clifton H. Smith 0579 Wayne L. Torrey 0975 Henry Handschuh 0334 Theodore C. Graham 0923 Frederick W. Koops 0580 John Philip Kle 0975 Curtis T. Hess 0342 Frederick J. Gormley 0925 Robert D. McKenzie 0581 Noel Gordon Chafee 0981 Robert I. Praties 0368 Edward F. Johanson 0934 Ronald J. Steiner 0586 Harry B. Kastros 0998 James N. Bailey Jr 0371 Abraham Hartglass 1037 Lawrence W. Kunken 0586 Herbert E. Margolin 1009 Daniel H. Frank 0378 Paul L. Kline 1057 Noel J. Chisholm 0608 Paul Pfau 1009 Richard Martin Naness 0402 Senekirim Bonjuklian 1057 Samuel B. “Ward, Jr.” 0608 John J. Rueckerl 1016 Ronald M. Goldwyn 0404 Herbert J. Hawley 1068 Ellis H. Corets 0608 Hans H. Stauch 1037 Howard D. Bloom 0412 Gail G. Allen 1111 Donald H. Degraff 0627 Paul Vermilyea 1057 Charles Joseph Kaiser 0417 Culver F. Hayes Jr 1118 William Kloner 0634 Chris Pappas 1057 Arthur W. Most 0425 James B. Searles 1118 Stathis G. Linardos 0647 Robert L. Rose 1068 Richard Stanley Bayer 0435 Ronald Greenblott 1118 John U. Williford 0647 Rob Roy 1071 Arthur Christopher Rumph 0445 Irwin I. Blackman 1138 Harold E. Ihle 0648 Richard D. Williams 1072 Kenneth Gordon Bates 0445 Robert Gomer 1174 Charles Schenk 0651 Philip H. Cohen 1111 Ronald C. Moeller 0445 Herbert S. Rodnon 1175 Richard M. Gardner 0653 Arnold L. Miller 1111 John E. Schultz 0445 Robert I. Schiff 1175 Jack C. Reukauf 0653 Marvin E. Miller 1122 Marc Lerner 0455 William Stubba 1175 Harry J. Wells 0664 Joseph R. Ratcliffe 1122 Yung Sze Tso 0458 Endwell E. Buell 1179 Albert J. Wright III THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 37 1180 Anton E. Richmond 0435 Richard A. Friend 1034 Victor Gatto 0107 Robert G. Hubbell 1185 Arthur H. Griebner 0442 Edward A. Mack 1034 Donald P. Ventrudo 0224 William Pritchard 1185 Paul A. Hahnel 0445 Burton Handelsman 1041 Nathan Glasser 0400 Ira S. Fisk 1185 Roy O. Kuck 0471 John T. Asdal 1057 Arthur H. Blades 0565 Robert A. Shawn 1185 Fred H. Lautenschlager 0477 Milford M. Curtis 1057 Melvin Blass 0608 George Pfleiderer 1186 Warren T. Harpster 0483 Gerald Safferman 1057 Ralph Jakoby 0611 Michael F. Mancusi 1186 William G. Hoefert 0486 William L. Kermit 1057 Warren E. Muller 0620 Edward D. Cottrell 65 Years 0494 Kenneth H. Gusovius 1111 Ralph C. Rothenberger 0651 Fred Dickerman 0003 John W. Boughton Jr 0501 S Beverly Freeman 1174 Donald E. Forte 0682 Duane A. Wolf 0003 George Lewis Corson 0501 Glenn R. Jacobson 1175 Gilbert J. Denton 0684 Frank W. Warner 0004 Howard R. Sammons 0511 William R. Merkent 1175 Jack R. Hendricks 0774 Victor R. Lewis 0019 Robert P. Tebo Jr 0511 William F. Nester 1179 William R. Burger Jr 0913 Donald K. Smith 0023 Marvin S. Perkins 0520 Demosthenes C. Stathis 1179 Duane E. Munro 0934 Leonard Litwin 0023 Jay H. Schafrann 0531 Colombo V. Digiorgi 1185 Daniel C. Schmidt 1175 Daniel Stojanovich 0044 Robert E. Goodrich 0531 Frederick Michael Novak 70 years 73 years 0046 Robert W. Mottola 0532 William E. Horton 0051 Donald Ellis Gibson 0020 Cyril H. Hermele 0055 Fred D. Roberts 0573 Jesse R. Crawford 0107 Carlton G. Van Ornum 0145 John F. Davis Jr 0063 Christian P. Brickner 0586 Sidney C. Svoboda 0112 Ray J. Faucett 0147 Harold W. Axton 0063 William I. Newman 0588 Victor J. Facio 0120 Edwin F. Riedel 0147 Lewis L. Axton 0122 Gerald L. Levey 0588 Sheldon Howard 0149 Winfield L F Randolph 0819 Morris W. Herbst 0127 Robert Q. Perkins 0589 John Fred Doremus 0173 Robert A. Ellis 0821 Harry E. Randles 0146 Hugh D. Chamberlain Jr 0611 Melvin R. Brown 0389 Lester A. Rosa 0922 Arthur Sanders 0160 John R. Coniber 0611 Gordon W. Davis 0404 Fletcher Parker 0923 Louis H. Eickhoff 0163 Gordon D. Bennett 0624 Clayton R. Lowe 0406 Reginald Wagmaker 1175 Norman Johnson 0183 Fred Asay 0627 Arthur D. Teed 0439 John H. Leal 0637 James E. Barnard 74 years 0195 William C. Wissner 0466 Harold T. Gobel 0097 Lloyd F. Cliff 0196 Archibald Mclarty 0646 Frederick E. Zimmerman 0466 Gottfried G. Riesen 0693 Thomas T. Webber Jr 0139 Wilbur M. McCormick 0205 Howard Shapiro 0473 Leonard W. Schlichting 0161 John E. Paplow 0205 Theodore D. Veru 0696 William H. Bennink 0575 Wilbur R. Renskers 0710 John A. Decker 0729 Jack Leopold 0224 Roger H. Munsell 0599 Donald R. Vosburgh 0827 Lawrence E. Stark 0255 Louis Lazar 0710 Walter Lloyd 0696 Lewis H. Johnson 0266 David W. Cundy 0713 George H. Hansen 0843 Charles H. Ryan 75 years 0284 Milton S. W. Frey 0713 Yorke F. Knapp 0956 Frank B. Wigley 0328 Arlington F. Young 0287 Henry Petersen 0729 William T. Harris 1174 Robert C. McCartney 0395 Walter F. Hastings 0298 Alexander E. Hitrick Jr 0754 Gordon B. Rockstroh Jr 0570 John N. Easterbrook 0776 Wilbur Gustav Hoppe 71 years 0970 Maurice E. Sweitzer 0304 Paul A. Bukenberger 0010 Robert A. Shultis 0308 Paul T. Abraham 0776 Alfred H. Jantzen Jr 76 years 0776 Daniel David Keyser 0011 John W. Beiro 0328 Edwin J. Culver 0040 Gilbert N. Johnson 0516 Fenwick W. Page 0350 Alfred L. Ault 0794 Desmond H. Allen 78 years 0796 Marshall K. Gillette 0075 Arthur J. Cropsey 0350 David H. Grant 0113 Alton H. Stahl 0586 William T. Johnston 0358 Arthur M. Nisbet 0801 Chris G. Bickos 0814 John S. Todd 0145 Cornell L. Beach 81 years 0375 James W. Cochran 0150 Harold Shaw 0295 Willis J. Mather 0383 Clifford Mizener 0819 Murray A. Rothbaum 0827 Richard E. Trogisch 0167 Frank A. Doolittle 82 years 0392 Edward J. Dehullu 0320 Charles B. Swartz 0394 Douglas W. Aker 0839 Curt G. Brown 0487 Nicholas Choyce Sr 0867 Louis J. Savarese 0486 Eugene K. Nemoytin 0395 Carl E. Seymour 0527 Roger P. Phelps 83 years 0403 H E. Campbell 0880 Julius Hintz 0063 C Richard Gunzer 0890 Edwin Fisher 0689 Wesley E. Kingsley Jr 0404 Willard Pattridge 0915 Elbert J. Weller 84 years 0412 Otto H. Petersen Jr 0915 Merrill E. Johnson 0934 Ezra D. Schwartz 0922 Milton Radutzky 0487 Arthur T. Long 0419 Gerald L. Schaefer 1174 Francis O. Hopkins 0426 Stanley S. Otto 0975 Anthony L. D’Ambrosi 0433 Roger P. Cronkhite 1009 Irving Lowitz 72 years 0434 John R. Smith 1016 Mitchell M. Frank 0048 Clifton S. Baldwin

Ninth Manhattan holds drive

The Ninth Manhattan District conducts blood drives bi-annually to help replenish the dwindling blood supply for the Long Island blood services. The District has been very successful in involving the community and the Brothers to help this worthwhile cause. This charitable endeavor has been very successful under the guidance of chairmen Adi Lins and Glenn Oppermann. It was nice to see many Brothers and entire families donate in the spirit of true Masonry. A total of fifty- one pints and six units of platelets were collected. In addition to Brother Masons, many community members graciously arrived to donate. Bob Stein placed posters calling for blood donations in twenty-five local businesses and this advertising greatly helped in recruiting locals to the donation center. Thanks go to the Past Masters Association for providing liquid refreshments, sandwiches and snacks. And thanks are due to Adi Lins and Glenn Oppermann for their time and effort to make this drive a success.

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Grand Master’s Masonic Family Day at The Ball Park NBT Stadium - 1 Tex Simone Dr, Syracuse, NY 13208 Sunday, August 31, 2014

*GAME DAY START TIME – 6:30PM

*TICKETS: $10 FIELD LEVEL SEATS / *CHILDREN 12 YEARS & UNDER – FREE! (* SEE INFO BELOW) *TICKET INFO: 1. Go to www.chiefsgroups.com in the web browser. -2. Enter the verification letters on screen. – 3. Enter the group password: gm2014 - 4. Complete the necessary steps through check out. 5. *A family with children 12 and under are asked to call group sales @ 315-474-7833 to purchase their tickets under the group name: gm2014.

*PARKING: $5 PER VEHICLE

*TAILGATING IN PARKING LOT STARTS @ 3PM Gas grills will be provided for your grilling pleasure (*Please bring your own food and drink for the tailgate) The Grand Master and The Grand Line will be present for all the festivities.

Holiday Fireworks Display Following The Game!

Please contact Richard M. Torrey @ 315-698-4315 or [email protected] for more information. LET’S GO CHIEFS! THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 39