2013 Proceedings of The Grand Council Royal and Select Masters of Alabama
General Grand Council of Cryptic Masons,
International
LAWRENCE O. WEAVER GENERAL GRAND MASTER 19433 PROSPECTOR TER OREGON CITY OR 97045-6710 503-518-9129 (H) 503-380-4717 (C) [email protected]
February 17, 2013
To: All Grand Councils, GG Officers, RDGGMs Greetings, It has now been one week since we lost our beloved General Grand Master George Sellars. Not unlike Hiram he laid down his working tools before the Tem- ple was complete. He did leave his drawings for us to complete our goals. MPGGM George was a dynamic individual who brought great pride and enthusi- asm through his vision and goals. Those who are following have much the same vision, and we will do our best to emulate his work. On Monday February 11th, RPC Sid Roberts and I made a trip to Canyonville, Or- egon, where MPC Dalvin Hollaway gave us the oath of office as required by our Constitution and Bylaw. As the two remaining Trustees of the General Grand Council, we met and selected MIC Ron Guthrie to fill the position of Principal Conductor of the Work for the remainder of this Triennium. MIC Ron Guthrie was informed of this selection on Tuesday, February 12th , and he accepted the appointment. On Saturday, February 16th, I spoke with MPC Hollaway and requested he fill out the vacant General Grand Council Trustee position. He agreed.
Here is the line up of General Grand Officers for the remainder of the 45th General Grand Council Triennium: MPGGM Lawrence Weaver RPDGGM Milton “Sid” Roberts RPGGPCW Ronald Guthrie RPGGT Charles Hollinger (no change) RPGGR David Grindle (no change) General Grand Trustees: MPGGM Lawrence Weaver RPDGGM Milton Sid Roberts MPPGGM Dalvin Hollaway
These are the required elevations and appointments according to our Constitution and By-laws.
Yours in faith and service.
Lawrence O. Weaver
EULOGY George C. Sellars Most Puissant General Grand Master of Cryptic Masons International
Personal: Born June 23, 1938 Detroit Michigan Married to Brenda Grace Sellars, 51 Years Children: Barbara Ann Saylor and husband, David. Companion Paul G. Sellars Church Affiliation: Triumphant Cross Lutheran, St. Clair Shores, MI
Education: University of Michigan Lawrence Technological University Detroit Institute of Technology B. A. in Biology, History & Business
Profession: Thirty Four years in marketing, engineering and management Public Utility Company. Fifteen years Owner, President and C.E.O. Construction and Consulting Firm.
Military: Army and Navy 1959- 1962 Honorable Discharge Instructor and Specialist Demolition and Water Safety Instructor Biology and History
Elected and Installed, Secretary General 2000-2004 – York Rite Sovereign College Most Illustrious Grand Master Grand Council of Michigan May 21, 1988 Regional Deputy General Grand Master East Central Region, 1996-1999 General Grand Master 2011-2013 Raleigh North Carolina Died February 10th, 2013
George has literally several hundred memberships in various Masonic Orders and degrees, and numerous Honorary memberships throughout this country as well and the entire globe, however these honors do not by any means define George Sellars. I first became friends with George when we were both Regional Deputies for General Grand Master Orville Wesseler. We traveled together quite often during those three years. Glenda and I went throughout the Midwest because that is originally my home. George and Brenda went throughout the Southeast because they both particularly liked it here and so we became good friends to my great pleasure and honor. George was difficult to deal with at times because of his always active and totally analytic mind. When he was my General Grand Conductor of the work, I would often ask George’s advice on some problem. Instead of getting a yes or no answer, I usually got six or eight pages of analysis where he had broken the situation down into its many parts, an analysis of what to do about each part and its effects on the rest of it and he overall effect of every alternative action. I have to say it was oftentimes frustrating when all I wanted was a simple yes or no, but also I have to admit that he was almost invariably right and there were several time I would have been wise to follow his advice. I will miss George, I talked to him at least once each week during the last part of his illness and I know that many times he was in great pain. He never mentioned it except to sometimes say he was having a bad day today and never complained once that I remember during his ordeal with one of the most painful cancers inflicted upon mankind. George presided by phone conference over the last Board of Directors meeting of the Cryptic Masons Medical Foundation. As the long day wore on, we could tell that he was tiring and in pain, but he conducted the meeting to its 2013 Proceedings of The Grand Council Royal and Select Masters of Alabama
end with fairness, competence, and correctness. His rulings and discussions were as good as we had all become accustomed to during the six years we served with him on the board and his contribution will be with us for a long time. The last several times I called their home, George had already slipped into a coma and I did my best to console Brenda, especially when the end was just a few hours away. Then I realized I was trying to give courage and strength to one of the most courageous and strongest women I have ever known. So we just talked about kids, grandchildren, weather and anything else that come to mind. I will regret to my dying day that because of the extreme weather in Alabama, the entire southeast, Michigan and New England that I was not able to attend his funeral. Regardless of that I did not need to see them bury the package George came in. To me he will always be my friend, I know his courage and clear mind and above all he was a gentleman.
Farewell friend, we’ll meet again, sooner than either of us would like. Illustrious Grand Master, I now beg of you a moment of silent prayer for this dear departed Companion and friend to Cryptic Masonry.
Sincerely, Maurice C. “Bud” Himes Past Most Illustrious Grand Master and Past Most Puissant General Grand Master.
ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY-FIFTH
ANNUAL ASSEMBLY OF THE GRAND COUNCIL Of ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS Of ALABAMA
HELD FEBRUARY 22nd, 23rd, 24TH, 2013 AT
THE HILTON PERIMETER PARK SOUTH BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA
PRESIDING 2012-2013
JIMMY D. O’DELL MOST ILLUSTRIOUS GRAND MASTER 818 THRASH LANE ANNISTON, AL 36207
Hiram O. Williams, Jr., KYCH, Illustrious Grand Recorder P. O. Box 100333, Birmingham, AL 35210
ELECTED 2013-2014
GEORGE L. MARSHALL, JR. MOST ILLUSTRIOUS GRAND MASTER 161 ANNA KATHRYN DRIVE GURLEY, AL 35748
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PROCEEDINGS OF THE ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY-FOURTH ASSEMBLY OF THE GRAND COUNCIL OF ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF ALABAMA
The Dothan Council #65 opened the Council in proper form. The Illustrious Master Charles A. Hartley, Deputy Illustrious Master C. Sterling Hughes, Principal Conductor of the work Bud Himes, Captain of the Guard Tim Ivey, Conductor of the Council Jerry Ogletree, Steward Gene Nelson, Treasurer Larry Walker, Recorder Tom Nesbit, Sentinel Mickey Sego, Chaplain Jamie A. Smith. The opening of the Council was done without the aid of books and from memory. It was a most impressive opening of our Council Annual Meeting. After the Dothan Council completed the opening ceremony, Right Eminent Grand Commander Ronald L. Thomas and Most Excellent Grand High Priest Paul R. Drinkard, Sr. declared their respective bodies opened to receive and introduce in state and out of state Distinguished guest and Dignitaries.
The One Hundred and Seventy-Fifth Annual Assembly of the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Alabama was held in the Banquet room of the Hilton Perimeter Park South, Birmingham, Alabama on February 23rd, 2013, AD, 3013 ADep
Most Illustrious Grand Master, Companion Jimmy D. O’Dell declared the One Hundred Seventy-Fifth Assembly open after ascertaining that all present were Royal and Select Masters and that a constitutional number of Subordinate Councils were represented.
The following Grand Council Officers were present and in their stations:
Companion Jimmy D. O’Dell Most Illustrious Grand Master Companion George L. Marshall, Jr. Illustrious Deputy Grand Master Companion Ronald L. Thomas Grand Principal Cond. of the Work Companion Joe D. Lee Illustrious Grand Treasurer Companion Hiram O. Williams, Jr. Illustrious Grand Recorder Companion Rev. Richard R. Losch Illustrious Grand Chaplain Companion Jack A. Elliott Grand Captain of the Guard Companion Arthur Lee Campbell, III Grand Conductor of the Council Companion Kenneth B. Baker Illustrious Grand Marshal Companion James C. McGee Illustrious Grand Steward Companion Charles W. Singleton Illustrious Grand Sentinel
All Illustrious Companions were welcomed to the Annual Assembly followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America INTRODUCTION OF PAST MOST ILLUSTRIOUS GRAND MASTERS;
The following Past Grand Masters of the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Alabama were introduced and welcomed to this Grand Assembly:
Emory J. Ferguson 1979-1980 Brent R. Haller. 1988-1989 Maurice C. Himes 1993-1994 MacArthur Davis 2003-2004 Wayne D. Jordan 2007-2008 Jack C. Wade 2008-2009 Phillip J. Sherman 2009-2010 Jamie A. Smith 2010-2011 Teddy R. Grogan, Jr. 2011-2012
A most cordial welcome was extended to the Illustrious Past Grand Masters of the Grand Council of Alabama and they were given the Grand Honors of Cryptic Masonry. 2013 Proceedings of The Grand Council Royal and Select Masters of Alabama
ADDRESS OF THE MOST ILLUSTRIOUS GRAND MASTER
Jimmy D. O’Dell 2012-2013
To the Officers, Past Most Illustrious Grand Masters, Companions, and Distinguished Guest of the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Alabama:
It is my pleasure and distinct honor to extend to each of you a most hardy welcome. I hope you are looking forward to our Annual Assembly as much as I am. Companions, this is the time for us to assemble and be together. Look around this room and count the Brothers in this Assembly that you know. Without York Rite Masonry a lot of us might never have known one another. This is the day to enjoy those friendships and make new ones. The only thing missing in this place is an enemy, there are none here. To the General Grand Council Representatives, we thank you for taking the time to honor presence. We will do our best to make your visit enjoyable.
State of the Craft
I want to thank the officers and leaders of the councils around the state for their dedication and perseverance not only to their own councils, but to York Rite Masonry in general. Because you care, York Rite is still very much alive in Alabama. It is good to see younger Masons who are seeking more light coming to the York Rite. This is what makes bringing the Rough Ashlar to Perfection so enjoyable in the greatest fraternity of the world.
Necrology
Our Grand Line Officers has remained unbroken by deaths at the present, but several Royal and Select Masters have laid down their working tools this year. We offer our deepest sympathies to the families of our departed companions. Our Illustrious Grand Chaplain will have more details in his report.
Dispensations
Companions, I granted dispensation to Florence Council # 74 of Royal and Select Masters of Alabama to vote and conduct business out of turn in regards to take candidates to the Spring Festival in Birmingham to be held at the Birmingham Metro York Rite Temple 3430 Ratliff Road, Irondale, AL 35210 on May 19th, 2012.
ADDRESS OF THE MOST ILLUSTRIOUS GRAND MASTER
Jimmy D. O’Dell 2012-2013 (Continued)
Audit
I authorized the Grand Reorder to turn over all of the files and books to the Audit Review committee for their inspection and audit.
Visitations
I did not make any out-of-state visits this year due to my health problems. I attended the one day class in Birmingham, Huntsville, Gadsden, Piedmont, and Anniston. I also attended Jerusalem Tabernacle XXXII, Alabama Priory No. 31 KYCH., Alabama College of Rosicrucian, Mont Sano York Rite College, and Dinar Grotto.
Conclusions
Let me thank each one of you for allowing me to serve this Grand Council as Most Illustrious Grand Master for 2012-2013. I thank the Grand Officers, both elected and appointed. Your support has been deeply appreciated. To each Companion I asked to serve on the committees, thank you for your service and dedication. To our Grand Recorder Companion Hiram O. Williams and his wife, Cindy, I am thankful for what you do for the Grand York Rite and for your friendship all these years.
I am grateful to Dothan York Rite Bodies for taking time to commit to memory the Opening of the Grand Council this year. I am honored by this and I thank you very much for your dedication and commitment.
Finally, none of this would be possible without the love and support of my wife, Stephanie. This Grand York Rite has been a long time for me, going lots of places, meeting lots of people. Stephanie has been with me every step of the way. I love you and I thank God for bringing you into my life.
Respectively submitted,
Jimmy Doyle O’Dell, KYGCH, Most Illustrious Grand Master
Attest: Hiram O. Williams, Jr., KCT, KYCH. Grand Recorder 2013 Proceedings of The Grand Council Royal and Select Masters of Alabama
GRAND TREASURER'S REPORT To the Most Illustrious Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Alabama:
Submitted below is my Statement of Receipts and Disbursements for the year ended December 31, 2012.
RECEIPTS
Dues $14,112.00 Fees 126.00 Interest .00 Sale of Supplies 158.00 Sale of Banquet Tickets 1,054.00 Other Income .00
TOTAL REVENUE $15,450.00
DISBURSEMENTS
Operating Expenses $ 18,274.50
TOTAL DISBURSEMENTS $18,274.50
EXCESS OF REVENUES OVER DISBURSEMENTS $(2,824.50)
Cash on Hand - January 1, 2012 $90,901.34
Cash on Hand - December 31. 2012 $88,076.84
Cash on Hand - December 31, 2012 consists of the following:
Petty Cash $ 50.00 Checking Account 10,550.13 Cash in Investment Account with BB&T 77,476.71 Total Cash on Hand December 31, 2012 $88,076.84
Note: Cash on Hand December 31, 2012 does not include Unrealized Gains from Investments
I wish to thank the members of the Grand Council of Royal & Select Masters of Alabama for the opportunity to have served you for the past year as Grand Treasurer.
Respectfully submitted,
Joe D. Lee, K.Y.G.C.H. Grand Treasurer
Attest: Hiram O. Williams, Jr., KCT, KYCH Grand Recorder GRAND RECORDER'S REPORT
To the Most Illustrious Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Alabama:
Companions: Herewith is my Annual Report for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2012:
Membership as of January 1, 2012 1,671
ADDITIONS:
Greeted 52 Affiliated 04 Reinstated 11 Adjusted 0 Total Additions: 67
Total Gross Membership 1,738
LOSSES:
Died 30 Demitted 5 Suspended N.P.D 128 Adjusted 0 Total Losses 163
Total Net Membership as of December 31, 2012 1,575
Loss in Membership for 2012 96 Chartered Councils 15 Councils Reporting 15 Councils Under Dispensation 0
COMMENTS
All Councils submitted a semi-annual report for June 1st. The December 1st report was received from all Councils. All Councils submitted their reports with Per Capita Tax.
APPRECIATION
I wish to thank the members for the opportunity to have served you for the past year as Grand Recorder and to thank Companion Joe D. Lee for a great working relationship.
Fraternally submitted,
Hiram O. Williams, Jr. KCT, KYCH Grand Recorder
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STATISTICAL SUMMARY OF SUBORDINATE COUNCILS
Membership Membership
2 2
1 1
No. Name 01/01/ Adjusted Greeted Affiliated Reinstated Died Demitted Suspended 12/31/ Gain/(Loss)
3 MONTGOMERY 92 0 2 0 0 1 1 10 82 -10
4 TUSCALOOSA 80 0 2 0 0 2 0 22 58 -22
5 EUREKA 132 0 2 2 0 4 1 13 118 -14
12 MOBILE 143 0 7 0 5 5 0 0 150 7
43 BIRMINGHAM METRO 390 0 11 0 0 5 0 43 353 -37
56 GADSDEN 69 0 8 1 1 0 0 3 76 +7
68 DOTHAN 141 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 139 -2
69 BRUNDIDGE 138 0 7 0 2 3 1 3 140 +2
71 WOODLAWN 121 0 0 0 0 1 0 9 111 -10
74 FLORENCE 95 0 2 0 0 2 1 3 91 -4
81 DECATUR 96 0 6 0 1 0 0 9 94 -2
82 PHENIX CITY 51 0 3 0 1 3 0 1 51 0
93 PIEDMONT 48 0 0 0 1 0 0 5 44 -4
95 MONROEVILLE 48 0 1 0 0 1 1 3 44 -4
90 FT. PAYNE 27 0 2 0 0 1 0 4 24 -3
TOTALS 1671 0 52 4 11 30 5 128 1575 -96
GRAND COUNCIL ROLL CALL OF GRAND REPRESENTATIVES
ALASKA Jamie A. Smith ARIZONA Charles L. Ingram ARKANSAS M. Patton George CALIFORNIA **Charles W. McDonald CANADA (EASTERN) James C. McGee CANADA (WESTERN) Brent R. Haller COLORADO Robert F. Dyer CONNECTICUT H. Spencer Stewart DELAWARE ***Lettus G. Eads DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Robert Dixon ENGLAND and WALES William J. Loerch FLORIDA Raymond C. Dunn FRANCE Emory J. Ferguson GEORGIA George F. Mills GERMANY **Sam L. Garrett, Sr. GREECE MacArthur Davis HAWAII Hiram O. Williams, Jr. IDAHO George L. Marshall, Jr. ILLINOIS Teddy R. Grogan, Jr. INDIANA ***Dennis Peterson IOWA Ronald L. Thomas KANSAS Jamie A. Smith KENTUCKY Thomas F. Craig LOUISIANA Wayne D. Jordan MAINE James C. McGee MARYLAND **Bobby W. Cheney MASSACHUSETT Lance C. Anthony MICHIGAN *Carmel D. Olive MINNESOTA Jimmy D. O’Dell MISSISSIPPI Joe D. Lee MISSOURI ***L. Patrick Wetzel MONTANA Arthur C. Harding NEBRASKA Arthur Lee Campbell, III NEVADA **Michael L. Jones NEW HAMPSHIRE Vacant NEW JERSEY Vacant NEW MEXICO Jack A. Elliott NEW YORK Robert D. Moseson NORTH CAROLINA Emory J. Ferguson NORTH DAKOTA James O. Tidmore OHIO Robert L. Chard OKLAHOMA *******Charles R. Pate ONTARIO, CANADA Wayne D. Jordan OREGON *Owen E. Gore PENNSYLVANIA C. Sterling Hughes PHILIPPINES James Blanteno PORTUGAL Jack C. Wade RHODE ISLAND ***William M. Newsome, Jr. SCOTLAND Phillip J. Sherman SOUTH CAROLINA **John H. Hicks, Sr. SOUTH DAKOTA Timmy Ivey TENNESSEE George L. Marshall, Jr. TEXAS *******Erskine K. Smith UTAH Tony Hartley VERMONT *Roger A. Simmons 2013 Proceedings of The Grand Council Royal and Select Masters of Alabama
GRAND COUNCIL ROLL CALL OF GRAND REPRESENTATIVES (CONTINUED)
WASHINGTON Vacant WISCONSIN Maurice C. Himes WYOMING Gregory L. Battles
*Denotes consecutive years absent. +Denotes Deceased
REGISTER OF GRAND REPRESENTATIVES FOR GRAND COUNCIL OF ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF ALABAMA
GRAND COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVE FROM REPRESENTATIVE TO ADDRESS AND TOWN ADDRESS AND TOWN
Alaska Jamie A. Smith Bobby H. Hood 156 Wood Place Court Ozark, 36360 Kodiak
Arizona Charles L. Ingram Joseph F. Zito 270 Lee Road 897 P O Box 128 Salem, 36874 Meridianville, AL 35789
Arkansas M. Patton George Johnnie D. Savage 6577 Quail Run Dr. P. O. Box 2541 Pelham, 35124 West Helena, 72390
California Charles W. McDonald Bruce O. Carmitchel 615 Morgan Avenue 9639 Woodley Avenue Mobile, 36606 North Hills, 91343
Canada (Eastern) James C. McGee Samuel P. Strickland P. O. Box 892 Mount Pearl Fairhope, 36532 Nova Scotia NLA1N3K3
Canada (Wester Brent R. Haller David H. Wilson 5767 Zeigler Boulevard 423 Avenue U South Mobile, 36608 Saskatoon, SK S7M 3C4
Colorado Robert F. Dyer Gerald O. Sievers 703 North Jefferson 35319 County Rd. FF Tuscumbia. 35674 Wray, 80578-9305
Connecticut H. Spencer Stewart Andrew G. Weimann II 2762 Argyle Road 16 Cottage Road Montgomery, 36116 Harwinton, 06791
Delaware Lettus G.Eads Eugene R. Small 608 Basswood Dr. 4 Finney Road Adamsville, 35005 New Castle, 19720
District of Columbia Robert B. Dixon Teko A. Foly 7609 Meadow Drive 8500 Caswell Place Florence, 35634 New Carrollton, MD 20784 REGISTER OF GRAND REPRESENTATIVES FOR GRAND COUNCIL OF ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF ALABAMA (Continued)
GRAND COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVE FROM REPRESENTATIVE TO ADDRESS AND TOWN ADDRESS AND TOWN
England and Wales William J. Loerch Richard Tydeman 208 Pine Forest Drive 10 Colneis Rd. Wetumpka, 36093 Felixstowe, Suffolk Ip11 9HE England
Florida Raymond C. Dunn William A. Howard 376 College Park Court NW 195 DeLuma Road Huntsville, 35805 Ft. Walton Bch, 32548
France Emory J. Ferguson William J. Ratcliffe 1615 Lakeview Drive NW 20 Rue Vallée – Pénaut Cullman, 35055 78770 Goupillieres
Georgia George F. Mills Charles R. Maffett P. O. Box 1392 902 Ashland Avenue Decatur, 35602 Columbus, 31907-3820
Germany (West) Sam L. Garrett, Sr. Dennis D. Duncan 1402 Melanie Lane Berlin, West Germany Phenix City, 36867
Greece MacArthur Davis William E. Kaloudis 4291 Grissett Bridge Rd. 21 Hildastrasse Brewton, 36426 D-65189 Wiesbaden, Ger.
Hawaii Hiram O. Williams, Jr. Mauricio Valera P. O. Box 100333 37 Pilialoha Street Birmingham, 35210 Hilo, 96720
Idaho George L. Marshall, Jr. Burrell G. Lirgg 161 Anna Kathryn Drive 978 Strawberry Lane Gurley, AL 35748 Boise, 83712
Illinois Teddy R. Grogan, Jr. Thomas L. Yingling 83 Crimson Tide Drive 5822 N. Old Orchard Piedmont, 36272 Peoria, 61614
Indiana Dennis Peterson Douglas O. Fegenbush P. O. Box 397 9901 Pendleton Pike # 73 Tony , 35773 Indianapolis, 46236
Iowa Ronald L. Thomas Ronald W. Guthrie 5679 County Road 53 P. O. Box 1841 Abbeville, 36310 Mason City, 50402
Kansas Jamie A. Smith Claude L. Carpenter 102 Wood Place Court 4216 E. 95th Street Ozark, 36360 Hutchinson, 67502
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GRAND COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVE FROM REPRESENTATIVE TO ADDRESS AND TOWN ADDRESS AND TOWN
Kentucky Thomas F. Craig Richard W. Seekman 1000 Lexington St. SE 1310 W. Lincoln Trail Huntsville, 35801-2533 Radcliff, 40150
Louisiana Wayne D. Jordan Clayton Wolfe 929 Tascosa Dr. SE 1352 Redwood Place Huntsville, 35802 Harvey, 70058
Maine James C. McGee John D. Baggett P. O. Box 892 164 E. Side Drive Fairhope,36533 Verona Island 04416
Maryland Bobby W. Cheney Charles E. Vannoy 335 Hope Hull Drive 3408 Dunnington Rd. Hope Hull, 36043 Beltsville, 2070
Massachusetts Lance C. Anthony Ronald E. Wolfe 589 Lee Road 206 Box 2 Salem, 36874-1929 Cummington, 01026
Michigan Carmel D. Olive Terry G. Baker 147 Fairground Road 1936 Michigan Ave. Florence, 35630 Marysville, MI 48040-2026
Minnesota Jimmy D. O’Dell Gerald J. Schlaeppi 818 Thrash Lane 1902 James Ave. Anniston, 36207 St. Paul, 55105
Mississippi Joe D. Lee Hollis E. Sumpson 5058 Nicholas Dr. 1057 CR 73 Birmingham, 35215 New Albany, 38652
Missouri L. Patrick Wetzel George M. Merkle 6800 Windsor Court 71 Shirecreek Court Mobile, 36695 St. Charles, 63303
Montana Arthur C. Harding Willard L. Paulson 309 Sun Valley Road Birmingham, 35215-3333 Spokane, Washington
Nebraska Arthur Lee Campbell, III Allen R. Millar 820 Runningbrook Drive. 4159 North 60th Ave. Prattville, 36066 Omaha, 68104-2712
Nevada Michael L. Jones Alan I. Taylor 1711 Cagle Avenue, S.W. 305 East 4th Street Decatur, 35601 Winnemucca, 89445
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GRAND COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVE FROM REPRESENTATIVE TO ADDRESS AND TOWN ADDRESS AND TOWN
New Hampshire Vacant Dwight V. Meader Vacant 71 Estes Road Vacant Rochester, 03867
New Jersey Vacant Thurman C. Pace, Jr. Vacant 518 St. Marks Avenue Vacant Westfield, 07090
New Mexico Jack A. Elliott Dickie W. Winchester 40 Mallard Lane P O Box 32 Dadeville, 36853 Corona, 88318
New York Robert D. Moseson Houston S. Powell 4400 Bridgewater Circle 31 Gianelli Ave. Phenix City, 36867 Merrick, 11566
North Carolina Emory J. Ferguson Galard C. Moore 1615 Lakeview Drive N.W. 2524 King Arthur Drive Cullman, 35055 Monroe, 28110
North Dakota James O. Tidmore Ed Samuelson Jr. 7450 Weems Road P. O. Box 9196 Pinson, 35126 Fargo, 58106-9196
Ohio Robert L. Chard Fred Arnold Boggs 672 Action Drive 149 Lincoln Avenue NW Florence, 35634 Carrollton, 44615
Oklahoma Charles R. Pate Chester M. Cowen 1905 Canterbury Square 1315 S. 19th Street Anniston, 36207-6957 Chickasha, 73018
Ontario, Canada Wayne D. Jordan Vernon Young 929 Tascosa Drive S. E. 122 Langton Street Huntsville, 35802 Peterborough, K9H 6K2
Oregon Owen E. Gore Mel Gowing 1680 Hwy 78 1661 Pacific Hwy N. Leeds, 35094 Cottage Grove, 97424
Pennsylvania C. Sterling Hughes Freeman Z. Frey, III RR 1 box 387 841 Twin Oaks Drive Ozark, 36360 Hummelstown, 17036
Philippines James S. Blanteno Romulo B. Pisig 189 Bates Road 18 Balsahan Street Toney, 35773 Naic, Cavite, Philippines
Portugal Jack C. Wade Vacant 54 Huntmaster Lane Pelham, 35124 2013 Proceedings of The Grand Council Royal and Select Masters of Alabama
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GRAND COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVE FROM REPRESENTATIVE TO ADDRESS AND TOWN ADDRESS AND TOWN
Rhode Island William M. Newsome, Jr. Paul J Kokolsky 1600 45th Street 113 Gervais St Phenix City, 36867 Coventry 02816
Scotland Phillip J. Sherman James M. Duff 4016 Saddlehorn bend SW 109 Broomhall Drive Decatur, 35603 Edinburgh, EH 127QQ
South Carolina John H. Hicks, Sr. Robert H. Jackson, Jr. 201 Colonial Drive 295 Edenvale Road Florence, 35630 Rock Hill, 29730
South Dakota Timmy Ivey Richard C. Cave 171 Shulsen Drive 1104 7th Street, N.W. Ozark,36360 Watertown, 57201
Tennessee George L. Marshall, Jr. Edward Lee Davis Sr. 161 Anna Kathryn Drive P. O. Box 214 Gurley, 35748 Nashville, 37207
Texas Erskine K. Smith C. Louis Hopkins 1835 Cheaha Drive 213 Hill Street Oxford, 36203 Farmersville, 75442
Utah Charles “Tony” Hartley Kevin G Hill 5769 Walden Drive 5673 Hillwood Way apt11 Kinsey, 36303 Taylorsville, 84129
Vermont Roger A. Simmons David P. Martin P. O. Box 268 524 Birch Hill Road Newton, 36352 Brandon, 05733
Washington Vacant Timothy F. Hurley Vacant 4707 12th N. E. Vacant Seattle, 98105
Wisconsin Maurice C. “Bud” Himes David D. Mahoney 1314 Fern Road 324 E. Klubertanz Drive Slocomb, 36375 Sun Prairie, 53590
Wyoming Greg L Battles David “Tom” Smith 6877 Gadsden Hwy P O Box 7881 Trussville, 35173 Thermopolis, 82443 REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
To the Most Illustrious Grand Master, Grand Officers, and Companions of the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Alabama:
We, your Finance Committee, submit the following report for your consideration. We have examined the Review of the Grand Council Balance Sheets as reported by the Audit Committee and find them in order and recommend your approval. We have reviewed the insurance and bonds on the Treasurer and Recorder and find them adequate in coverage.
As a result of declining membership and the concomitant decrease in revenue, we were obliged to make some necessary cuts in certain areas of the Budget for the year 2013-2014. Until we redouble our efforts to recruit and retain new Companions, this trend of decreasing funds will certainly continue.
The budget was prepared by this committee; we were assisted by the Grand Recorder and Grand Treasurer and by the consultation with the Finance Committee members of the Grand Chapter and Grand Commandery.
We move the Budget be accepted as printed.
Respectfully submitted,
George L. Marshall, Jr. PGHP, PGC, KYGCH, Chairman Arthur Lee Campbell, III, KYCH Ronald Thomas, KYCH
Adopted:
GRAND COUNCIL BUDGET
BUDGET EXPENSE BUDGET ACC'T # ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION 2012 2012 2013
6350 Payroll Taxes 450.00 390.36 336.81
6400 Telephone 750.00 950.94 394.50
6450 Postage & P.O. Box 200.00 102.08 108.00
6500 Contingency Fund 250.33 233.00 250.00
6550 Gen. Grand Council Per Cap. Tax 1,584.00 1,648.00 1,570.00
6600 Grand Recorder's Salary .00 .00 0.00
6650 Grand Treasurer's Expense 150.00 150.00 100.00
6700 Grand Master's Expense 1,500.00 457.64 1,000.00
6750 Office Ass't Salary 4,200.00 4,200.00 4,500.00
7360 Printing Grand Proceedings 333.00 381.50 15.00
6800 Stationery, Printing & Office 200.00 236.16 201.50
7500 Review of Books 0.00 0.00 0.00
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GRAND COUNCIL BUDGET (continued)
BUDGET EXPENSE BUDGET ACC'T # ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION 2012 2012 2013
6300 Office Rent 1,000.00 1,027.76 1,000.00
6850 Apron & Case for Junior Past M. I. Grand Master 400.00 394.00 394.00
6900 Insurance - Bonds, Fire, etc. 283.33 255.66 253.11
7370 Triennial Reserve (First Three Grand Officers & Grand Recorder) 0.00 0.00 00.00
6950 Donation to DeMolay 200.00 200.00 100.00
7000 Donation Rainbow for Girls 200.00 200.00 100.00
7050 Southeastern Regional York Rite Conference Fund (Second and Third Dias Officers Only/$100.00 each) 300.00 00.00 150.00
7100 Grand Recorder's Travel. 1,650.00 1,650.00 1,100.00
7150 Ladies Brunch 500.00 500.00 500.00
7200 Distinguished Guests (2 Nights) 1,691.67 3,697.40 1,691.67
7250 Banquet 1,500.00 1,500.00 1,500.00
7300 Donation to Maggie Valley 50.00 50.00 00.00
7400.. Purchases 100.00 50.00 100.00
0000.. York Rite Education 00.00 .00 0.00
Totals $17,492.00 $18,274.50 $ 15,364.59
Over Budget $ 1,232.50
Grand Council Royal and Select Masters of Alabama Report of the Audit Committee
Hon. Jimmy D. O’Dell Most Illustrious Grand Master Grand Council Royal and Select Masters of Alabama
We your audit committee have reviewed the books and records of the Grand Council Royal and Select Masters of Alabama for the period 1 January 2012 through 31 December 2012. We found no discrepancies in the records we reviewed that would lead us to believe that a modification to the financial statements would be warranted. In our review we discovered some areas of the records of the Grand Council that need updating. We have made comments concerning these areas in the Notes to Financial Statements section of this report.
Respectfully Submitted
James C. McGee, Chairman KYGCH
Grand Council Royal and Select Masters of Alabama Statement of Financial Position Cash Basis For the period ended December 31, 2012
ASSETS
CURRENT ASSETS
Cash on Hand in the Bank $ 10,600.13 Investments with BB&T (Bonds and Stock CD’s) 77,180.71 Accounts Receivable 0.00 Inventory – Supplies for Sale 296.00
TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS $ 88,076.84 2013 Proceedings of The Grand Council Royal and Select Masters of Alabama
Grand Council Royal and Select Masters of Alabama Statement of Financial Position Cash Basis For the period ended December 31, 2012 (Continued)
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT
Office Equipment $3,634.83 Less: Accumulated Depreciation (3,634.83) Net Property and Equipment $ 0.00
TOTAL ASSETS $ 88,076.84
LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS
Net Assets
Unrestricted Net Assets $ 80,910.00 Restricted Assets – Triennial Reserve 1,350.00
Total Net Assets $ 82,260.00
Liabilities
Due to Grand Commandery $ 0.00 Due to Grand Chapter 0.00 Accounts Payable 5,060.00 Taxes Payable 756.84
Total Liabilities $ 5,816.84
TOTAL LIABILITES AND NET ASSE $ 88,076.84
Grand Council Royal and Select Masters of Alabama Statement of Revenue and Expenses Cash Basis For the period ended December 31, 2012
REVENUE
Per Capita $ 14,112.00 Greeting Fees 126.00 Interest Received 344.52 Sales of Supplies 158.00 Sales of Banquet Tickets 1,054.00 Other Income .00
TOTAL Revenue $ 15,450.00
EXPENSES
Payroll Taxes $ 390.36 Telephone 950.94 Postage & P.O.Box Rent 102.08 Contingency Fund 233.00 Gen Grand Council Per Capita 1,648.00 Grand Recorders Salary .00 Grand Treasurer Expense 150.00 Grand Master’s Expense 457.64 Office Assistant Salary 4,200.00 Printing Grand Proceedings 381.50 Office Supplies 236.16 Review of Books 0.00 Office Rent 1,027.76 Apron & Jewel PIGM 394.00 Insurance and Fidelity Bond 255.66 Triennial Reserve Expense 0.00 DeMolay Donation 200.00 Rainbow Donation 200.00 S. E. Regional Conference 00.00 Grand Recorders Travel 1,650.00 Ladies Brunch 500.00 Dist. Guests Lodging 3,697.40 Banquet Tickets (Net) 1,500.00 Donation to Maggie Valley 50.00 Purchases 50.00
Total Expenses $18,274.50
NET INCOME $(2,824.50) 2013 Proceedings of The Grand Council Royal and Select Masters of Alabama
Grand Council Royal and Select Masters of Alabama Statement of Investments For the period ended December 31, 2012
Regions Bank/Certificate of Deposit Matures 11-30-13 rate 1.05% $ 27,436.27
Investment with BB&T in Bonds 49,744.44 Various interest rates and Maturity dates
Total Investments $ 77,180.71
Grand Council Royal and Select Masters of Alabama Notes to Financial Statements For the period ended December 31, 2012
Note 1 – Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
A. Basis of Accounting
The Grand Council’s policy is to prepare its financial statements on the cash basis of accounting. Under this method certain revenue and the related assets are recognized when received rather that when earned and certain expenses are recognized when paid rather than when the obligation is incurred. Accordingly, the accompanying financial statements do not purport to present the current financial position.
B. Inventories
Inventories are carried at the lower of cost determined by the first-in, first-out method, of market.
C. Property and Equipment
Property and equipment are recorded at cost and were depreciated over the estimated useful lives of the related assets. Depreciation was computed on the straight-line method for financial reporting purposes.
Note 2 – Tax Status
The Grand Council is exempt from federal income tax under Internal Revenue Code Section 501©, and from state income tax under Alabama Code Section 40-18-32. An information return is filed each year on IRS form 990.
Note 3 – Restricted Assets
A Triennial Reserve account is established as a reserve to cover expenses for specific officers to attend the Triennial Meeting. During the year there was an increase in the balance of this reserve account to $ 1,350.00
REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON CREDENTIALS AND REGISTRATION
To the Most Illustrious Grand Master, Grand Officers and Companions of the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Alabama:
We your Committee on Credentials and Registration, submit the following report: There are present and registered with this Committee 12 Grand Officers and 9 Past Most Illustrious Grand Masters of the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Alabama. There are 15 Subordinate Councils which comprise the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Alabama, and of these 15 Councils, 15 Councils registered with this Committee for this 175th Annual Assembly. All Councils of this jurisdiction are represented at this Grand Assembly. We have examined the credentials of Council Officers or their Proxies, and the following is our conclusion:
TOTAL OFFICERS OR PROXIES PRESENT...... 52 TOTAL PAST THRICE ILLUSTRIOUS MASTERS PRESENT...... 64 TOTAL QUALIFIED TO VOTE IN THIS ASSEMBLY...... 116
We wish to thank the Grand Recorder and the Acting Illustrious Grand Master for their support and assistance in making our work easier at this Grand Council. We have enjoyed the privilege of serving the Grand Council on this Committee.
Respectfully submitted, Winston Each, Chairman Richard C. “Rusty” Beck
Adopted: GRAND COUNCIL OF ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS OF ALABAMA Illustrious Masters, Deputy Illustrious Masters, Principal Conductors of the Work or their proxies present: 3. Montgomery *Frank L. Roton Thrice Illustrious Master *H. Spencer Stewart Deputy Illustrious Master *Arthur Lee Campbell, III Prin. Cond. of the Work 4. Tuscaloosa *William A. Carter Thrice Illustrious Master *Ronald Andress Deputy Illustrious Master Richard R. Losch Principal Conductor of the Work 5. Eureka *Larry Gillis Thrice Illustrious Master Michael Felds Deputy Illustrious Master George M. Lutz Prin. Cond. of the Work 12. Mobile Edward E. White Thrice Illustrious Master *Brent Haller Deputy Illustrious Master Not Represented Prin. Cond. of the Work 43 Birmingham Metro Winston Each Thrice Illustrious Master *B. Wayne Sparks Deputy Illustrious Master *B. Wayne Sparks Prin. Cond. of the Work 56 Gadsden *Edward L. Mason Thrice Illustrious Master *Edward L Mason Deputy Illustrious Master *Edward L. Mason Prin. Cond. of the Work 68. Dothan *Leston Watson Thrice Illustrious Master *Charles A. Hartley Deputy Illustrious Master *Larry Walker Prin. Cond. of the Work 2013 Proceedings of The Grand Council Royal and Select Masters of Alabama
Illustrious Masters, Deputy Illustrious Masters, Principal Conductors of the Work or their proxies present: (Continued)
69. Brundidge Kenneth B. Baker Thrice Illustrious Master Not Represented Deputy Illustrious Master Mike Wesson Prin. Cond. of the Work 71. Woodlawn John W. Jones Thrice Illustrious Master *Billy Rikard Deputy Illustrious Master *James O. Tidmore Prin. Cond. of the Work 74. Florence *Robert B. Dixon, Sr. Thrice Illustrious Master *Ned Cox Deputy Illustrious Master *Robert B. Dixon, Sr. Prin. Cond. of the Work 81. Decatur Donald Foster Thrice Illustrious Master *Phillip Sherman Deputy Illustrious Master *John H. Willis Prin. Cond. of the Work 82. Phenix City Sidney R. Cooley, Sr. Thrice Illustrious Master *Robert D. Moseson Deputy Illustrious Master Thomas L. Enloe Prin. Cond. of the Work 93. Piedmont *Teddy R. Grogan, Jr. Thrice Illustrious Master *Teddy R. Grogan, Jr. Deputy Illustrious Master *Teddy R. Grogan, Jr. Prin. Cond. of the Work 95. Monroeville *Robert Mayer Thrice Illustrious Master *MacArthur Davis Deputy Illustrious Master * Robert Mayer Prin. Cond. of the Work 90. Appalachian Clairence L. Ballard Thrice Illustrious Master *Clairence L. Ballard Deputy Illustrious Master *Clairence L. Ballard Prin. Cond. of the Work
*Denotes Proxy. + Denotes died after annual meeting
PAST THRICE ILLUSTRIOUS MASTERS PRESENT
Montgomery: H. Spencer Stewart, Arthur Lee Campbell, III, Frank Roton, Larry W. Stinson Tuscaloosa: Ron Andress, William Carter, Richard R. Losch, Greg Durr Eureka: James S. Blanteno, Ray C. Dunn, Emory J. Ferguson, George L. Marshall, Jr., William J. Burfitt, Wayne Jordan,Tom Craig, Larry Gilliss. Mobile: Brent Haller, Harold Worthington, Lewis Childs, Barney Lusk, Joe Owen, Joe Tomberlin. Birmingham-Metro: O. E. Gore, Jack C. Wade, Jack A. Elliott, Joe D. Lee, B. Wayne Sparks, Pat George, Lamar Roy. Gadsden: Edward Mason Dothan: Maurice C. Himes, Ronald Thomas, Tom Nesbit, Tim Ivey, C. Sterling Hughes, James A. Smith, Larry Walker, Kelly McMichael, L. C. Minks, Charles A. Hartley. Brundidge: Paul Drinkard, Jimmy D. O’Dell, Richard C. Beck, Dennis Allbritton. Woodlawn: Billy Rikard, Hiram Williams, Arthur C. Harding, Robert C.Grigsby, Jr., James O. Tidmore. Florence: Robert Dixon, James C. McGee, Ned Cox Decatur: George F. Mills. Phillip J. Sherman, Bobby C. Park, John Willis. Phenix City: Robert D. Moseson, Sidney R. Cooley, Sr., Thomas Enloe. Ft. Payne: J R Bledsoe, Nathan Godwin. Piedmont: Teddy R. Grogan, Jr., Charles Singleton. Monroeville: MacArthur Davis, Robert Mayer.
REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON RITUALISTIC WORK
To the Most Illustrious Grand Master, Grand Officers, and Companions of the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Alabama:
There has been no request for assistance in conferring the ritualistic work of the Council by any Council or individual in the state nor has there been any questions regarding the rital or any request for clarification of the work. Presumably the ritual is written clearly enough that no assistance is required. However, it should be noted that the Committee on Ritualistic Work is at the disposal of any Council that may have a need for assistance.
The Committee wishes to thank Most Illustrious Master for his trust and for allowing us the opportunity to serve this Grand Council in this capacity.
Respectfully submitted,
Phillip J, Sherman, PMIGM, PREGC, KYGCH, Chairman MacArthur Davis, PMIGM, PGHP, PREGC, KYGCH Arthur Lee Campbell, III, KYCH
Adopted:
REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON MOST ILLUSTRIOUS GRAND MASTER'S ADDRESS
To the Most Illustrious Grand Master of the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Alabama:
We, your committee on the Most Illustrious Grand Master Address submit the following report:
We recommend the portion of the address referring to Dispensation, appointments and recommendations be referred to the Jurisprudence Committee. We recommend the portions referring to the review of the books of the Grand Council be referred to the Finance Committee. We recommend the portion referring to Necrology be referred to the Illustrious Grand Chaplain. We recommend the approval of the portion referring to the Grand Representatives appointed to represent Alabama near other Grand Councils and Representatives nominated to represent other Grand Councils near the Grand Council of Alabama. We recommend all portions not herein referred to be approved. We Commend the Most Illustrious Grand Master on his visitations and Travels in and out of State and upon the outstanding manner he has represented the Grand Council of Alabama.
We thank Most Illustrious Grand Master Jimmy D. O’Dell for appointing us to serve in this capacity for this Capitular year of 2012-2013
Respectfully submitted,
MacArthur Davis, PMIGM, PGHP, PREGC, KYGCH, Chairman Michael L. Jones, KYGCH, PREGC Roger A. Simmons, PGM, KYGCH, PGHP, PREGC, PMIGM
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REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON JURISPRUDENCE
To the Most Illustrious Grand Master and Companions of the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Alabama:
We, your Committee on Jurisprudence are pleased to report that no questions concerning jurisprudence have been referred to us this year. However, the By-Laws of Brundidge Council #69 R&SM were reviewed by us and no irregularities were found.
We recommend that portion of the Most Illustrious Grand Master’s address concerning Dispensations be approved.
We commend Most Illustrious Grand Master O’Dell for his dedication to Cryptic Masonry and his efforts on its behalf during his year in office and we thank him for the privilege of serving the Grand Council on this Committee
Respectfully submitted, George L. Marshall, Jr. PREGC, PGHP, KYGCH, Chairman Jack C. Wade, PMIGM, KYGCH, PREGC McMurray L. Griffith, PMEGHP, PMIGM, PREGC, KYGCH
Adopted:
REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON FRATERNAL CORRESPONDENCE
To the Most Illustrious Grand Master of the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Alabama:
Your Committee on Fraternal Correspondence begs leave to report that during this past year one report was made by a worthy companion. No other reports were received, however many other contracts have been made with our other out of state York Rite Bodies but not reported to this committee. No doubt many companions have made contacts but failed to report. I hope that in the future we can be more successful in obtaining positive reports from our Grand Representatives.
Most Illustrious Grand Master your committee on fraternal correspondence thanks you for the opportunity to serve you and this Grand Council and moves the report be accepted.
Respectfully submitted
Wayne D. Jordan, PMIGM, KYGCH
Adopted:
REPORT ON NECROLOGY
To the Most Illustrious Grand Master of the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Alabama:
While we stand in sadness that some of our beloved brethren are no longer among us in this phase of our live, we also stand joyfully in sure and certain faith in the resurrection to everlasting life through our Lord Jesus Christ.
Our heavenly Father has seen fit to gather unto himself this year the soul of our Most Worshipful Grand Master Charles A. Booker. REPORT ON NECROLOGY (Continued)
In addition there have been taken from our midst thirty of our brethren, who have now entered the Celestial Lodge above where the Supreme Architect of the Universe presides. May they rejoice in the perfect light of which they have now become a part. We pray that they will grow from strength to strength in the life of perfect service in His heavenly kingdom.
We pray also that GOD in his loving compassion will comfort those who mourn their passing, reminding them that their loved ones are now in that better place where we will all eventually, by the mercy of GOD, be with them again.
Respectfully submitted,
The Rev. Richard R. Losch Illustrious Grand Chaplain
Adopted:
MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE REPORT
To the Most Illustrious Grand Master and Companions of the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Alabama.
It is the responsibility of this committee to report the status of the membership relative to the Grand Council of Alabama and the subordinate Councils. As the committee reports in prior years, our membership continues to decline
In all honesty, it appears that our society has regressed to the point that the character and quality of men that our fraternity has subsisted upon for several hundreds of years, has drastically decreased. The humane and gently men, that progressed our beloved Craft to such heights of rare air and which we now long to regain, have all but gone extinct. The degradation of our society has seen the self-centered “Me” generation successfully take over the exoteric world in general. If there is any doubt that world has lost its humanity and brotherly love, all one has to do is watch the local, national or world news reports.
As youths growing up in our respective localities, we can remember when any man was of any character or status was a member of our fraternity. Not that a man had to rich in a monetary manner, but richer in the human spirit of charity and love for his fellow man. If a worthy person needed a helping hand, there was always a Companion there to stretch out the hand of friendship and brotherly love.
It is the recommendation of this committee is that we ensure that we as Royal and Select Masters, look for the quality rather than the quantity of old. Since we live in a time when a man would rather watch television or surf the internet rather than interact with another human being, we need to continue to be the ever lit beacon that will shine for those few that do wish to join our fraternity and make a positive difference in the world. There are men out there that are looking for the society that we strive to rebuild and we need them to join with us in our mission.
Lastly, keep the faith for as the meek inherited the earth from the dinosaurs, so shall the children of GOD build our heaven on earth so all men can live as brothers under the fatherhood of GOD.
Respectfully submitted, Arthur Lee Campbell, III, KYCH Chairman George F. Mills, KYCH Kenneth B. Baker
Adopted: 2013 Proceedings of The Grand Council Royal and Select Masters of Alabama
YOUTH COMMITTEE REPORT
To the Most Illustrious Grand Master and Companions of the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Alabama
The Youth Committee compliments the Grand Council of Alabama for their monetary support. We are sure that the young men and ladies of the DeMolay and Rainbow Girls are using the funds in the most prudent and effective manner possible. Your Youth Committee begs that you do something different…put your time where you put your money. The youth of the World need our attention, mentorship and time more than they need our money. We need to actively engage our youth and support them in their development as human beings. Left to the ways of the World , they will become what the path of least resistance will award them. We need to challenge our youth to be the best and support them in their efforts to grow better as a person. Go to the meetings of the DeMolay and Rainbow Girls, if they are in your local area. If they are not in your local area, find a group of youths that you can pull away from the television, phone or computer and start a local DeMolay and Rainbow group. We are sure that our state adult leadership will to more than happy to assist you in the venture. We challenge you to support our youth with your time.
Respectfully submitted,
Arthur Lee Campbell, III, KYCH, Chairman James C. McGee KYCH, MEGHP, Kenneth B. Baker
REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON BY-LAWS
To the Most Illustrious Grand Master and Companions of the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Alabama
We, your Grand Council Constitution & By-Laws review committee, are pleased to report that no questions or proposed amendments concerning the Grand Council Constitution & By-Laws have been referred to us this year.
We Commend the Most Illustrious Grand Master O’Dell for his dedication to Cryptic Masonry and his efforts on its behalf during his year in office and we thank him for the privilege of serving the Grand Council on this committee.
Respectfully submitted, George L. Marshall, Jr., PREGC, PGHP, KYGCH, Chairman Bobby C. Park, PREGC, KYGCH
Adopted:
Most Illustrious Grand Council Royal and Select Masters Of Alabama
Cryptic Masons Medical Research Foundation Committee 24 February, 2013
To the Most Illustrious Grand Master, Grand Officers and Companion Members
The Cryptic Masons Medical Research Foundation Committee submits the following report of contributions from Cryptic Masons in Alabama for the period from February 2012 to January 2013:
Total contributions at the Grand Assembly of February 2012 (Including Memorials, Divine Service, and Crafts Room) $4,171.00 Average Contribution per Member = $2.38
Additional Contributions during this period $ 325.00 Total $4,496.00 Revised Average Contribution = $2.56
There were two private contributions from Alabama Cryptic Masons made during this period which were recognized with suitable honors and recognition, but unfortunately were not credited toward Alabama contributions, even though requested to be done so.
Alabama was ranked tenth in total contributions during this period, and would have ranked eighth if the private contributions had been credited as requested. The last time Alabama has been ranked tenth or better was in 1993 when we were ranked first.
The Executive Secretary of the Foundation, Companion Marion Crum resigned in December, and I am happy to report that his replacement, Companion and Most Illustrious Past Illustrious Grand Master Gary Wyne of Indiana has replaced him. He attended the annual Board of Directors meeting in January of this year, and from al indications and the most favorable impression he made at that meeting, he is going to do a fine job. The members of the board feel that the Executive Secretary’s position is in competent and efficient hands.
As both the Chairman of Cryptic Masons Medical Foundation in Alabama and as a Member of the Board of Directors of the Foundation, I wish to thank the Companions for their generous contributions.
I can assure you that your contributions are being used by the Center for Vascular Biology and Disease at Indiana University School of Medicine to good purpose. The long strides they have made in just a few years has now reached worldwide scope and influence, and they are now recognized by the Center for Disease Control as a defacto ‘clearing house’ and coordinating entity among other research centers doing similar research to help prevent duplication of effort.
Be assured that as a member of the Board of Directors, I do my best to stay current on the research being done and results of that research. It is far too extensive and wide ranging to include in this 2013 Proceedings of The Grand Council Royal and Select Masters of Alabama
report, but I am available to answer what questions I can and I am willing to attend any of your Assemblies or Table Councils to speak or make presentations as my schedule permits.
It has been my pleasure to serve this Illustrious Grand Council in this capacity, and respectfully request approval of this report.
Fraternally submitted,
Maurice C. ‘Bud’ Himes, KYGCH Migm/MPPGGM
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MINUTES OF LAST ASSEMBLY
Companion Hiram O. Williams, Jr. moved that the minutes as published in the Proceedings and on our official website of 2012 be accepted as the minutes, and that they be approved as printed and corrected.
Motion seconded and carried.
GRAND COUNCIL OF R. & S. M. ASSEMBLY - 2013 It was moved that the next Annual Assembly of the Alabama Grand Council be held in Huntsville, AL on February 28th, March 1st, 2nd, 2014 at the Hotel chosen (to be determined).
Motion seconded and carried.
General Grand Council Cryptic Mason Of the Year Award
PRESENTATION OF THE GENERAL GRAND COUNCIL CRYPTIC MASON OF THE YEAR AWARD
The Most Illustrious Grand Master, Jimmy D. O’Dell., selected Companion Kenneth B. Baker of Brundidge (Anniston) Council # 69, to receive the General Grand Council Award of the Year. The presentation was made at the meeting and was announced at the Banquet.
RECIPIENTS IN ALABAMA OF THE GENERAL GRAND COUNCIL CRYPTIC MASON OF THE YEAR AWARD
*Charles A. Guthrie 1975 William Hollis Arnold. 1976 *Roy L. Wood 1977 *Joseph E. Simpson, Sr 1978 *Guin O'Neal McKinney 1979 *James M. Christopher, Sr. 1980 Jesse W. Locke 1981 *Weldon H. Roberts 1982 *James C. Nuss 1983 *Joseph P. Jones 1984 Wayne Richmond Hammond 1985 *Earl Pervine Woodall 1986 *Calvin Coolidge Snow 1987 *Doyle Wallace Ealy 1988 Johnny Andrew Baker. 1989 *George Baldwin Boyd, Jr. 1990 *James Woodrow Smith 1991 Fred LeBurn Graham 1992 Michael Leonid Jones 1993 Patrick Bertram Bleakley 1994 Charles Lewis Ingram 1995 *Howard Enoch Hayes 1996 Wayne Dee Jordan 1997 Fred LeBrun Graham 1998 *Charles L. Turk 1999 Gerald D. Kelley, Sr. 2000 Phillip J. Sherman 2001 Jack C. Wade 2002 Thomas Hugh Wilson 2003 Arthur Lee Campbell 2004 Teddy R. Grogan, Jr 2005 H. Spencer Stewart 2006 John Herbert Hicks, Sr. 2007 Ronald L. Thomas 2008 Marion Patton George 2009 George F. Mills 2010 *William C. Snyder 2011 (Companion Snyder died during the year) Charles W. Singleton 2012 Kenneth B. Baker 2013
*Denotes deceased.
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ELECTION OF GRAND COUNCIL OFFICERS 2012-2013
There being no further business to come before this Annual Assembly of the Grand Council, the Grand Council proceeded to the election of officers for the ensuing year. All the officers, except the Illustrious Grand Steward were elected by acclamation.
Companion Thomas H. Nesbit of Dothan Council #68 was elected by secret ballot to the station of Grand Steward. Companion Nesbit accepted his election to the office.
This Grand Council was concluded with prayer and retired to refreshment for the open Installation of Grand Officer for the incoming year.
INSTALLATION OF GRAND COUNCIL OFFICERS FOR 2013 – 2014
The Grand Council officers were installed by Past Most Illustrious Grand Master Emory J Ferguson, Installing Marshall was Past Most Illustrious Grand Master Wayne D. Jordan and Installing Chaplain was Past Most Puissant General Grand Illustrious Grand Master of the General Grand Council Cryptic Masons International Maurice C. Himes.
The new Grand Master, Companion George L. Marshall, Jr. was invested with the jewel and apron of his office by Past Most Illustrious Grand Master of the Grand Council of Alabama Emory J. Ferguson. . All business of this Annual Assembly being concluded, Companion Marshall, declared the 175th Session of the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Alabama duly closed after the chaplain had pronounced the benediction.
Attest: Hiram O. Williams, Jr., KCT, KYCH Grand Recorder
ALABAMA GRAND COUNCIL RECIPIENTS OF LADY OF THE COUNCIL AWARD
Bobbie Ferguson 2008 Helanne Jordan 2008 Rebecca Jordan 2008 Gayle Thomas 2008 Brenda Wade 2008 Cindy Williams 2008 Betty Smith 2009 Anne George 2009 Brenda Mason 2009 Stephanie O’Dell 2009 Lynn Grogan 2010 Peggy Gore 2010 Shirley Hughes 2010 *Martha Anne Lee 2011 (posthumous) Sally Simmons 2011 *Kathy McGee 2011 Nancy Davis 2011 Elizabeth S. Marshall 2013
*Denotes Deceased ISH SODI AWARD
*Thomas McCrickard 2008 Emory J. Ferguson 2008 Maurice C. Himes 2008 George L. Marshall, Jr. 2008 Phillip J. Sherman 2008 *Jack Elliott 2009 *Charles Moats 2009 William J. Burfitt 2009 C. Sterling Hughes 2010 Kelly McMichael 2010 Ronald Thomas 2010 James C. McGee 2012 Ricky C. Kilgore 2012 Richard C. Beck 2013 Charles W. Singleton 2013
*Denotes Deceased ALABAMA GRAND COUNCIL RECIPIENTS OF “EXCELLENCE IN YOUTH LEADERSHIP AWARD”
Kathryn Bryan Anderson 2009
ALABAMA GRAND COUNCIL RECIPIENTS OF ADULT LEADERSHIP AWARD
*Kathy McGee 2012 Jennifer Mulkey 2013
*Denotes Deceased
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Most Illustrious Grand Master George L. Marshall, Jr.
Letter to the Craft on the Death of Companion Jack A. Elliott
Dear Illustrious Companions:
This is a difficult letter for me to write but is one which I feel must be done in the best interests of Cryptic Masonry in Alabama.
We were all shocked and saddened by the sudden and unexpected death of Illustrious Companion Jack Elliott last week. He was our Grand Principal Conductor of the Work (PCW), having just been elected at the Annual Assembly in late February. We knew Jack as a true friend, Brother, Companion and Sir Knight and his presence among us will be greatly missed.
I have directed each constituent Council in Alabama to drape their charters in mourning for the month of March to express our sorrow and respect for Illustrious Companion Elliott.
I also requested the Jurisprudence Committee to render a ruling on my authority to move the elected Grand Council line officers below the Grand PCW up one slot, excepting the Treasurer and Recorder. I believe the Grand Council Constitution explicitly gives me this authority but I requested a ruling anyway. The ruling was that I did have this authority based on the latest set of Grand Council Constitution & By-Laws (adopted in 2009). Had this unfortunate and sad event of death in our line occurred within a month or so of our next Annual Assembly, I would likely not have taken such an action. I am also making this action effective as of 1 April 2013. I will also appoint a Grand Steward pro-tem.
Therefore, I am calling a meeting of the Grand Council officers to be held at Birmingham Metro Masonic Center immediately following the Knight Masons meeting this Saturday, March 9. Each elected line officer, except the Deputy Grand Master, Treasurer and Recorder, will kindly bring the following with him: Apron, Apron Case, Collar, Name tag, and lapel pin. I realize this is sudden but feel this would be the most opportune time to make exchanges prior to April 1.
Thank you for the service each of you are rendering to Freemasonry and the York Rite in Alabama.
Fraternally,
George L. Marshall, Jr., KYGCH(2), PGHP, PGC, KCT Most Illustrious Grand Master, 2013-2014
Minutes of the Special Called Grand Council Royal and Select Masters of Alabama Assembly
March 9, 2013 Minutes of Special Grand Council R&SM of Alabama Assembly The M.I. Grand Master Marshall called the Grand Council to order at 11:30 a.m. in special Assembly for the purpose of advancing elected officers (except the I.G.M., D.G.M., Treasurer & Recorder) up one position due to the untimely and unexpected death of Ill. Companion Jack Elliott, Grand Principal Conductor of the Work. The M.I.G.M. explained that he was not installing a new Grand Steward to avoid appearances of favoritism but would appoint a Grand Steward pro-tem and let the delegates to the 2014 Grand Assembly decide who to elect as Grand Conductor of the Council and Grand Steward. The M. I. G. M. then named Illustrious Companion Raymond C. Dunn of Huntsville as the Grand Steward pro-tem. The M. I. G. M. also announced that the advancement of the officers would be effective as of April 1, 2013, in deference to the memory of Ill. Companion Elliott. The following were then installed by M.I.G.M. Marshall with their term of office to start on April 1, 2013: Arthur Lee Campbell, III, as Grand Principal Conductor of the Work James C. McGee as Grand Captain of the Guard Thomas H. Nesbit as Grand Conductor of the Council
M.I.G.M. Marshall then obligated Ill. Companion Dunn as Grand Steward, pro-tem, with his appointment effective on 1 April, 2013.
The Grand Council was closed by the M. I. G. M. at 11:45 a.m.
Ronald Thomas, R.I. D. G. M. Grand Recorder, pro-tem
Grand Council R&SM of Alabama OFFICERS for 2013 – 2014
MI Grand Master George L. Marshall, Jr. RI Deputy Grand Master Ronald L. Thomas *Il Grand Principal Conductor of the Work Arthur Lee Campbell, III Il Grand Treasurer Joe D. Lee Il Grand Recorder Hiram O. Williams, Jr. Il Grand Chaplain Dr. Roger K. Harrison Il Grand Captain of the Guard James C. McGee Il Grand Conductor of the Council Thomas H. Nesbit Il Grand Marshal Michael Feld Il Grand Steward (Pro-Tem) Raymond C. Dunn Il Grand Sentinel George M. Lewis
* The elected Grand Principal Conductor of the Work, Jack A. Elliott died on 2/28/2013 and the MI Grand Master advanced the elected line effective 4/1/2013 2013 Proceedings of The Grand Council Royal and Select Masters of Alabama
George L. Marshall, Jr.
Most Illustrious Grand Master
2013-2014 George L. Marshall, Jr. Most Illustrious Grand Master 2013 - 2014
PERSONAL
Born December 1, 1942 at Chattanooga, TN, the first son of Betty Scott Marshall and George L. Marshall, both deceased.
Education Attended public schools in Detroit, MI and Oak Ridge, TN. Graduate of Oak Ridge High School, June, 1961. Attended Tennessee Technological University 1961-1963; University of Tennessee at Knoxville, 1963-65. Received B.S. with Honors in Physics, June 1965. Attended Indiana University, 1965-1967, Postgraduate studies in Astronomy & Astrophysics. Attended University of AL in Huntsville, 1968-1975 taking postgraduate courses in physics and mathematics. Attended Southeastern Institute of Technology, 1976-1980. Received M.Sc.in Computer Science. Additional postgraduate studies in mathematics and computer science.
Academic/Professional Honors Kappa Mu Epsilon, mathematics honorary, 1963. Sigma Pi Sigma, physics honorary, 1964 Phi Kappa Phi, academic honorary, 1964 Phi Beta Kappa, arts & sciences honorary, 1965 Sigma Xi, scientific research honorary, 2003 Phi Delta Kappa, education honorary, 2003
Family Married Elizabeth (Libby) Ann Stroupe, November 1962, in Ringgold, GA. To this union was born the following children:Kimberly Ann (Marshall) McLeod, Linda Diane (Marshall) Ganaway, and George Leon Marshall, III. Libby and George also have been blessed with four grandchildren.
Employment Summer employment, Union Carbide Corp. Y-12 Nuclear Plant, Oak Ridge, TN, 1963 & 1964. Summer employment, American Nuclear Co., Oak Ridge, TN, 1965. Graduate Research & Teaching Assistant, Indiana University Astronomy Dept., 1965-1967. U.S. Army Engineers Waterways Experiment Station, Vicksburg, MS, Nuclear Weapons Effects Division, June-Oct 1967, Physicist. U.S. Army Metrology & Calibration Center, Redstone Arsenal, AL, Oct 1967- June 1971, Physicist. U.S. Army Missile Command, Redstone Arsenal, AL, Research and Development Labs, June 1971-Jan 1999, Research Physicist. (Retired) John C. Calhoun State Community College, Research Park Campus, Huntsville, AL, 1983-Present. Adjunct Instructor in Physics, Computer Information Systems, Mathematics.
Employment Awards
Numerous Letters of Commendation and Exceptional Performance Awards while employed at Redstone Arsenal. Received Commander's Award for Civilian Service decoration. 2013 Proceedings of The Grand Council Royal and Select Masters of Alabama
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Miscellaneous
Attained 51 merit badges as a Boy Scout and received the rank of Eagle Scout with Silver Palm in 1958. Brotherhood member of the Order of the Arrow and was a member of the ceremonial cast for Ordeal and Brotherhood ceremonies. Active U.S. Naval Reserve, 1961-1963; Standby Reserve 1964-1967. Honorable Discharge. Served as Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster and received the Scouter's Training Award in 1966. As an Explorer Scout, received the Explorer Silver Award in 1961. Member of Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States (MOLLUS). Member of University Baptist Church, Huntsville, AL. Tenor & baritone soloist in several musical performances.
MASONIC
Blue Lodge 1. Initiated (Dec 1968), Passed (Dec 1968), and Raised (Jan 1969) in Apollo Lodge No. 921, Huntsville, AL. Served in offices from Jr. Steward to Jr. Deacon. 2. Transferred to Solar Lodge No. 914 and served in all line offices and as Master in 1980-81. 3. Received Grand Lodge of AL Ritual Proficiency Certificate, 1972. 4. Served as Secretary/Treasurer of District 1-A Madison Co. Masonic Conference, 19?? 5. Served on Grand Lodge F&AM of AL Public Relations Committee, 1987 6. Served on Grand Lodge F&AM of AL Education & Public Relations Committee, 2009-2012.
York Rite 1. Exalted in Eunomia Chapter No.5, RAM, 1969. Served as High Priest,1974-75. 2. Greeted in Monte Sano Council No. 84 (now Eureka No. 5), R&SM, 1969. Served as Illustrious Master, 1975-76. 3. Knighted in Huntsville Commandery No. 7, KT, 1971. Served as Eminent Commander, 1976-77. 4. Served Grand Chapter RAM of AL on Ritualistic Work Committee; Progressed through the line and served as Grand High Priest, 1987-1988. 5. Served Grand Commandery KT of AL on Ritualistic Work Committee, Progressed through the line and served as Grand Commander, 1996-1997. 6. Has served on other Committees for all Grand YR Bodies of AL. 7. Life Sponsor, KTEF; Associate Patron, KTEF; 33º Club, KTEF; OPC Club, KTEF. 8. Served as Grand Chaplain for Grand Chapter, RAM of AL, 2007-2008. 9. Served as Grand Marshal for Grand Council, R&SM of AL, 2007-2008. Progressed through the line and served as Grand Illustrious Master, 2013-2014. 10. Served as Grand Prelate for Grand Commandery, KT of AL, 2008-2009; 2010-2011; 2012-2013; 2013-2014. 11. Member of several ritual teams. 12. Appointed General Grand Custodian of the Work for General Grand Chapter, Royal Arch Masons International and Member of Ritual Committee, during the 2008-2011 Triennium. Member of Finance and Charters and Dispensations Committees during the 2011-2014 Triennium. 13. Appointed member of Grand Encampment Knights Templar of USA Membership Committee for the 2006-2009 Triennium. 14. Chairman, Jurisprudence Committee, Grand Council R&SM of Alabama, 2008-2011. 15. Elected Grand Conductor of the Council, Grand Council R&SM of Alabama, 2009. Serving as Illustrious Grand Master, 2013-2014. George L. Marshall, Jr. Most Illustrious Grand Master 2013 – 2014 (Continued)
16. Appointed Grand Master’s Aide-de-Camp by M.E. Grand Master Wm. H. Koon, II, Grand Encampment Knights Templar of USA, for 65th Triennium, 2009-2012. 17. Appointed Grand Encampment Knights Templar College of Honors Deputy for Alabama by M.E. Grand Master Wm. H. Koon, II, November, 2009. 18. Appointed a member of the Editorial Board of the Knight Templar Magazine, November 2010 and continues in that capacity. 19. Appointed Chairman, Knight Templar History Committee, Grand Encampment Knights Templar of USA, for 66th Triennium, 2012-2015.
Scottish Rite 1. Received 4th through 32nd degrees, Huntsville Bodies, 1974. 2. Served as General Secretary of Huntsville Bodies, 1999-2001. 3. Served as Wise Master of Huntsville Chapter Rose Croix, 1983. Served as Commander of Huntsville Council of Kadosh, 2007. Served as Venerable Master, Huntsville Lodge of Perfection, 2009. Served as Master of Kadosh, Huntsville Consistory, 2010. 4. Appointed Assistant SGIG Personal Representative for the Valley of Huntsville, 2005-Present. 5. Received 32º KCCH in Dec,1981, and 33º in Oct, 1999. 6. PEM in Huntsville Bodies, 1999. 7. Served as Commander, Huntsville Council of Honor Men, 2008. 8. Served as Director of Work, 2002-2009. Also a member of several degree teams.
Other Memberships, Service, and Recognitions 1. Charter Governor of Monte Sano York Rite College No. 64, Huntsville. Received Gold Honor Award from Sovereign College, 1978. Received Outstanding Service Award from Sovereign College, 2004. Served as Deputy Grand Governor for AL, 1979-1981. Received Order of Purple Cross in Tampa, FL, July 2013. 2. Initiated as a Knight Companion of the Red Cross of Constantine in Benjamin Franklin Conclave, Gadsden, AL, March, 1980. Charter member of Holy Sepulchre Conclave, RCC, Huntsville, AL. Past Puissant Sovereign of Holy Sepulchre Conclave, 1986. 3. Initiated into Alabama Priory, No. 31, KYCH, July,1981. Received Knight Grand Cross with three quadrants. Served as Eminent Prior, 2012-2013. Present Blue Lodge Lecture in KYCH Reception Ceremony. 4. Charter member of Vulcan Council No. 22, Knight Masons of the USA. Currently serving as Excellent Chief, 2013-2014. 5. Member of Ye Antient Order of Corks, Masonic Order of the Bath, and Grand College of Rites of the USA. 6. Charter member and current Chief Adept, IXº, Alabama College, Masonic Rosicrucians (SRICF). 7. Charter Sovereign Master of Ten Sephiroth Council No. 255, Allied Masonic Degrees, Huntsville, AL. Received Knight Commander of Red Branch of Eri, 2006. 8. Past President, AL Council of Anointed High Priests; Past Thrice Illustrious Master, AL Order of the Silver Trowel; Past Knight Crusader of the East, AL Conclave Knight Crusaders of the Cross. 9. Author of numerous articles and book reviews published in Knight Templar, Philalethes, and Royal Arch Mason magazines. 10. Wrote scripts for 50-year membership recognitions for Grand York Rite Bodies of AL and Convent General, KYCH. 11. Ordained a Knight Priest in Jerusalem Tabernacle No. XXXII, HRAKTP, Dec. 10, 2005. Currently serving as Fourth Pillar (2013) 12. Invested with the honor and dignity of Knight Commander of the Temple by the Grand Encampment, Knights Templar, February, 2007. 13. Recipient of Grand Council R&SM of Alabama Ish Sodi Award, 2008. 2013 Proceedings of The Grand Council Royal and Select Masters of Alabama
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14. Wrote script for General Grand Chapter RAM International presentation of Sweetheart Award for ladies. Developed revised requirements for General Grand Chapter RAM International Ritualistic Proficiency Jewel. Created a set of PowerPoint slides for the Principal Sojourner lecture of the Royal Arch Mason degree. 15. Recipient of General Grand Chapter, Royal Arch Masons International, Gold Medal for Distinguished Service, August 28, 2011. Second recipient since 1954 in Alabama of this award. 16. Created A Manual for Establishing New Subordinate and Grand Royal Arch Mason Chapters for the General Grand Chapter RAM International, 2012. 17. Serving as Editor for Vol. 5 of A History of Royal Arch Masonry at the request of GGHP Ted Harrison, General Grand Chapter, Royal Arch Masons International, October 2013-Present.
LEGEND FOR PICTURE GRAND COUNCIL OFFICERS FOR 2013 – 2014
Seated Left to Right: Thomas H. Nesbitt, James C. McGee, Joe D. Lee, Jack A. Elliot, George L. Marshall, Jr.(Most Illustrious Grand Master), Ronald L. Thomas, Arthur Lee Campbell, III,
Back Roe Left to Right: Joseph Zito, Kenneth B. Baker, George M. Lewis, Roger K. Harrison, Michael Feld, Hiram O. Williams, Jr., Charles A. Hartley, Raymond Dunn. 2013 Proceedings of The Grand Council Royal and Select Masters of Alabama
GRAND COUNCIL OFFICERS 2012 - 2013
George L. Marshall, Jr. KYGCH Most Illustrious Grand Master 161 Anna Kathryn Drive, Gurley, AL 256-776-2534 Ronald L. Thomas KYGCH Right Illustrious Deputy Grand Master 5679 County Road 53, Abbeville, 36130 334-585-5954 *Jack A. Elliot Ill. Grand Prin. Cond. of the Work 40 Mallard Lane, Dadeville, 36853 256-825-7616 Joe D. Lee, KYGCH. Illustrious Grand Treasurer 5058 Nicholas Drive, Birmingham 35215 205-854-6393 Hiram O. Williams, Jr. KYCH Illustrious Grand Recorder P. O. Box 100333, Birmingham, 35210 205-951-0111 Arthur C. Harding, KYGCH Illustrious Grand Recorder, Emeritus 309 Sun Valley Road, Birmingham, 35215 Dr. Richard Kim Harrison Illustrious Grand Chaplain 8435 Hogan Drive SE, Huntsville 35802 256-503-8417 #Arthur Lee Campbell, III. Ill. Grand Captain of the Guard 820 Running Brook Drive, Prattville 36201 256-927-4099 James C. McGee KYGCH Ill. Grand Conductor of the Council P. O. Box 892, Fairhope 36533 251-404-5357 Michael F. Feld Illustrious Grand Marshal 403 Summer Cove Circle NW, Madison 35757 Thomas H. Nesbit . Illustrious Grand Steward 2047 Taylor Road, Dothan 36301 334-793-2825 George M. Lewis, II Illustrious Grand Sentinel 224 Ariel Drive, Harvest 35749 Joseph F. Zito Illustrious Grand Masters North Aide 905 Patterson Lane, Meridianville Kenneth B. Baker Illustrious Grand Masters Central Aide 4202 Perkerson Drive, Anniston Thomas H. Nesbit Illustrious Grand Masters South Aide 2047 Taylor Road, Dothan *Denotes Deceased (Jack A. Elliott Died 2/28/2013) # Denotes Resign from Masonry (Arthur Lee Campbell, III Oct 1st, 2013) @ On April 1, 2013 all Officers Starting with the Illustrious Grand Captain of the Guard was move up one rank and Installed by MIGM Marshall, Raymond C. Dunn was appointed Illustrious Grand Sentinel Pro-tem for the year 2013-2014. STANDING COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2012 - 2013 Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Alabama
CREDENTIALS AND REGISTRATION: William J. Burfitt, Sr., KYCH, Chairman, 521 Mt. Zion Road, Madison, 35757 Charles A. Hartley 5769 Walden Drive, Kinsey, 36303
JURISPRUDENCE: Emory J. Ferguson, KYGCH, Chairman 1615 Lakeview Drive, Cullman, 35055 James A. Smith, KYGCH, PGM 156 Wood Place Court, Ozark, 36860 R. Kim Harrison 8435 Hogan Drive SE, Huntsville, 35802
FINANCE: Ronald L. Thomas, KYGCH, Chairman 5679 County Road 53, Abbeville, 36310 James C. McGee, KYGCH P. O. Box 92, Fairhope, 36532 Paul Lamont 1507 Blackhall Lane SE, Decatur, 35601
STANDING COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2012 - 2013 Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Alabama (Continued)
RITUALISTIC WORK: Arthur L. Campbell, III, KYCH, Chairman 820 Running Brook Drive, Prattville, 36066 Ronald G. Andress, KYGCH, PGM, 2509 Lakewood Circle, Tuscaloosa, 35405 MacArthur Davis, KYGCH, 4291 Grissett Bridge Rd, Brewton, 36426
SPECIAL COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
GRAND MASTERS ADDRESS: Wayne D. Jordan, KYGCH, Chairman 929 Tascosa Drive, Huntsville, 35802 Jack C. Wade, KYGCH, 54 Huntmaster Lane, Pelham, 35124
CRYPTIC MASONS MEDICAL RESEARCH FOUNDATION: Maurice C. “Bud” Himes, KYGCH, MPGGMGGC, Chairman 1314 Fern Rd, Slocomb, 36375 Raymond C. Dunn, KYGCH, 376 College Park Circle, Huntsville, 35805
FRATERNAL CORRESPONDENCE: Dean L. Lilja, Chairman 1 20 Arbery Drive, NW, Huntsville, 35806 Ray E. Sheely, 3515 Oleander Circle, Huntsville, 35805
MEMBERSHIP: Jimmy D. O’Dell, KYGCH, Chairman, 818 Thrash Lane, Anniston, 36207 James S. Blanteno, KYGCH 271 Bullit Circle, Ardmore, 35739
YOUTH: Tom D. Paul, Chairman, 109 Daniel Smith Drive, Madison, 35757 William J. Burfitt, Jr., 144 Dexter Circle, Madison, 35757 George M. Lewis, II, 224 Ariel Drive, Harvest, 35749
Audit: James C. McGee, KYGCH, Chairman P. O. Box 892, Fairhope, 35632 Michael F. Feld, 403 Summer Cove Circle NW, Madison, 35757
BYLAWS: Bobby C. Park, KYGCH, Chairman, 1577 Oscar Patterson Road, New Market, 35761 W. Sterling Hughes, KYGCH, PGM, RR 1 Box 387, Ozark, 36360
GRAND COUNCIL CONSTITUTION AND BY-LAWS REVIEW COMMITTEE: Phillip J. Sherman, KYGCH, Chairman, 4016 Saddlehorn Bend SW, Decatur, 35603 Thomas F. Craig, KYGCH, 1000 Lexington Street SE, Huntsville, 35801
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Proceedings of the Thrice Illustrious Master, Order of the Silver Trowel of Alabama
The Fifty-Eighth Annual Council of the Order of the Silver Trowel of Alabama was held at the Birmingham Metro York Rite Temple, Birmingham, Alabama, on February 22th, 2013. Thrice Illustrious Master pro tem Arthur Lee Campbell, III opened the Council in short form, and appointed Thrice Illustrious Companions MacArthur Davis and Bob Moseson to the elections committee. The business of the Council was deferred until after the conferral of the Degree of Thrice Illustrious Master upon the candidates. The ritual team performed admirably in anointing the following candidates: John Willis, Charles Singleton, Thomas Enloe, Charles A. Hartley, Buddy M. Wilson, Mickey Sego, William L. Smith, and Marion P. George. Officers conferring the Order were:
Sterling Hughes Thrice Illustrious Master George L. Marshall, Jr. Thrice Illustrious Senior Warden Hiram O. Williams, Jr. Thrice Illustrious Junior Warden Emory J. Ferguson Thrice Illustrious Steward
Following the ritual work, minutes were adopted as printed in the 2012 proceedings. Upon proper motion and second, the Council donated $100 to the Cryptic Masons Medical Research Fund, Inc. Companions Bobby J. Kitchen, Southeast Regional Deputy General Grand High Priest, and Ted Harrison, General Grand High Priest, R.A.M., International, were made honorary members of the Order. The following officers were elected and subsequently installed:
Arthur Lee Campbell, III Thrice Illustrious Master Jimmy O’Dell Thrice Illustrious Senior Warden Hiram O. Williams Thrice Illustrious Junior Warden Jamie Smith Thrice Illustrious Steward Jim McGee Thrice Illustrious Sentinel Ron Thomas Thrice Illustrious Treasurer/Recorder
All business having been completed, the Council was closed by newly installed Thrice Illustrious Master pro tem Arthur Lee Campbell, III.
Respectfully submitted,
Ronald L. Thomas, K.Y.G.C.H. Thrice Illustrious Treasurer/Recorder
ALABAMA GRAND YORK RITE HOLDING COMPANY
To the Grand Officers and members of the Grand York Rite of Alabama:
Following the report of the Holding Company president, Emory Ferguson, at the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters in Birmingham in February 2012 President Ferguson announced that the term of office for Wayne D. Jordan would expire and an election was held to fill the vacancy. Nominations were made. He was declared elected by acclimation to the Board for a term of the years 2012 through 2015.
The present Board members are Emory J. Ferguson, President, who represents the Grand Council, MacArthur Davis who represents the Grand Chapter and Wayne D. Jordan who represents the Grand Commandery, Joe D. Lee Grand Treasurer and Hiram O. Williams, Grand Secretary serve on the board as ex-officio members. MacArthur Davis’s three year term expires this year and an election for that seat will follow at the conclusion of this report.
The Holding Company has met only once this past year and that was following the conclusion of the Grand York Rite Session in February 2012. The meeting was called for by the Chairman for the purpose of electing officers for 2012 resulting in Emory Ferguson being re-elected President and MacArthur Davis and Wayne D. Jordan being elected Vice Presidents. No other items of business have been directed to the Holding Company’s attention this past year.
Respectfully submitted,
Emory J. Ferguson, President MacArthur Davis, Vice President Wayne D. Jordan, Vice President Joe D. Lee, Treasurer Hiram O. Williams Jr., Secretary REGISTER OF SUBORDINATE COUNCILS UNDER THE JURISDICTION OF THE GRAND COUNCIL OF ALABAMA JUNE 2012-2013 No. Name Location Thrice Illustrious Master Assembly Date Recorder Address Address
Bryan Leagans 3 Montgomery Arthur Lee Campbell, III Montgomery 820 Running Brook Drive 1st Thursday Prattville, 36066
Not Reported 4 Tuscaloosa Dennis L. Peck Tuscaloosa 91 Arcadia Drive 3rd Tuesday Tuscaloosa, 35404
Robert Gurley 5 Eureka Wayne D. Jordan Huntsville 929 Tascosa Dr. S.E. 2nd Tuesday Huntsville, 35802
Edward E. White, Sr. 12 Mobile James C. McGee Mobile P O BOX 892 2nd Tuesday Fairhope, 36533
Winston L. Each 43 B’ham Metro Jack C. Wade Birmingham 54 Huntmaster Lane 3rd Saturday Pelham, 35124
Not Reported 56 Gadsden Jimmy L. Floyd Gadsden 617 Camellia Avenue 1st Thursday Gadsden, 35903
Robert Tyler 68 Dothan Ronald L. Thomas Dothan 5679 County Road 53 3rd Thursday Abbeville, 36310
Kenneth B. Baker 69 Brundidge Richard C. Beck Anniston 3941 Old Sulphur Srngs Rd 1st Saturday Wellington, 36279
John Wilson Jones 71 Woodlawn James O. Tidmore Birmingham 7450 Weems Road 2nd & 4th Tuesday Pinson, 35126
Thomas Fowler 74 Florence Robert Dixon Florence P. O. Box 566 1st Tuesday Florence, 35631
Donald Foster 81 Decatur David Glenn Decatur 1311 Stuart Ave SW 1st Thursday Decatur, 35601
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No. Name Location Thrice Illustrious Master Assembly Date Recorder Address Address
Sidney R. Cooley, Sr. 82 Phenix City Robert D. Moseson Phenix City 4400 Bridgewater Cir. 3rd Tuesday Phenix City, 36867
Richard A. Free 93 Piedmont Jerry W. Mobley Piedmont 225 Bear Mountain Road 2nd Thursday Piedmont, 36272
William A. Gorum 95 Monroeville James L. Windham Monroeville 4141 County Road 43 4th Friday Evergreen, 36401
Clairence L. Ballard 90 Appalachian Jake T. Helton Ft. Payne 870 Barry Street Ft Payne, 1st Saturday Rainsville, 35986
GENERAL GRAND COUNCIL OFFICERS, 2011 – 2014
George C. Sellars General Grand Master 25159 S Magdalera St. Harrison, Michigan 48045-3709
Lawrence O. Weaver Deputy General Grand Master 19433 Prospector Terrance, Organ City, OR 974045-6710
Milton S. “Sid”Roberts General Grand Prin. Cond. of the Work 3736 Pleasant Hill Road. Kelso, WA 98626-9721
Charles L. Hollinger General Grand Treasurer 125 Angelo Road SE, Palm Bay, FL 32909-3654
David A. Grindle General Grand Recorder P. O. Box 1087, Meridian, ID 83680-1087
Rev. Charles M. Roberts General Grand Chaplain 158 Meadowbriar Road, Rochester, NY 14616-2339
*Denotes Deceased (Died February 10th, 2013)
DISTRICT DEPUTY GENERAL GRAND MASTER SOUTHEAST REGION
Richard S. Agster 3602 West Euclid Ave, Tampa, FL 33629
PAST GENERAL GRAND MASTERS
Dalvin L. Hollaway (1993-1996) P. O. Box 767 Canyonville, Oregon 97417
Perry Anderson (2002-2005) 216 North Van Buren Pierre, South Dakota 57501-3458
Maurice C. “Bud” Himes (2005-2008) 1314 Fern Road Slocomb, AL 36375-5626
Joseph J. Vale (2008-2011) 3609 Southwood Drive Gastonia, NC 28056-9274
CRYPTIC MASONS MEDICAL RESEARCH FOUNDATION, INC.
Gary Wyne, PMIGM, Secretary 6954 E. Georgetown Road, Nashville, Indiana 47448
45th Triennial Assembly
Adams Mark Hotel
Buffalo, New York
September 25th – 30th, 2014
GRAND RECORDERS AND THEIR ADDRESSES
GRAND COUNCIL GRAND RECORDER ADDRESS
Alabama Hiram O. Williams, Jr. P. O. Box 100333 Birmingham, 35210-0333 Alaska David A. Hunt 18606 Little Cape Cr. Eagle River, 99577-8559 Arizona Michael D. Stegen 345 W. Monroe Street Phoenix, 85003-1617 Arkansas Royce H. Taylor P. O. Box 1207 Pine Bluff, 71613-1207 California Kenneth G. Hope 11428 E Artesia Blvd #13 Artesia, 90701-3872 Colorado James E. Erickson 1614 Welton Street #503 Denver, 80207-4221
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GRAND COUNCIL GRAND RECORDER ADDRESS Delaware Mark Irwin 317 Kalorama Road Sykesville, 21784-7535 Dist. Of Columbia Howard F. Coleman 10364 Cedar Hill Lane King George, VA 22485-4539 Florida Howard H. Gardner P. O. Box 13496 Tampa, 33681-3496 France Philippe Martin 54 Rue Du Roc Blanc 63000 Chamalieres France Georgia Wade C. Smith 811 Mulberry Street Macon, 31201-6726 Germany Carsten Rinne Dietrich Bohnhoffer Strasse 11 D-91452 Wilhermsdorf Greece...... Constantinos N. Korontzis 19 Archarnon Street Athens 10438 Greece Hawaii Gerhardt W. Walsh 1227 Makiki St Honolulu, HI 96814-1332 Idaho James L. Curtis 4170 N Shamrock Ave Boise, 83713-2534 Illinois Dick J. Carroll. 2207 Sunset Drive Peking, 61554-5364 Indiana Charles D. Wood, Jr.. 80 Byram Blvd Martinsville, 46151-1315 Iowa Robert J. Seiler 812 14 Place Comanche, 52730-1204 Italy Francesco Antico VIA Torricelli, 56 10129 Torino Italy Kansas T. Michael Fagan 320 SW 8th Avenue Topeka, 66603-3912 Kentucky James H. King, Jr. 219 Orchard Drive Danville, 40422-2265 Louisiana Timothy J. Riley 171 Beckham’s Camp Rd. Ringgold, 71068-3456 Maine Thomas A. Emery 9 Loring Ave Auburn, 04210-6616 Maryland Richard P. Naegele 410 Overton Ave Baltimore, 21236-4010 Michigan Anthony M. Chamberlin 3930 S River Rd. Unit 6 East China, 48054-2920 Minnesota Monte M. Miller 2310 Zenith Ave North Golden Valley, 55422-3854 Mississippi Mickey P. McMahan 2400 23rd Ave P O Box 1030 Meridian, 39302-1030 Missouri Russell S. Hanson 107 William St Fayette, 65248-1017 Montana Bradford L. Huffman P. O. Box 824 Conrad, 59425-0824 Nebraska Bruce T. Anderson P. O. Box 22988 Lincoln, 68542-2988 Nevada Russell M. Wilde 2321 Meadowbrook Lane Carson City, 89701-5724 New Hampshire Dennis A. Sheridan P O Box 621 Littleton, 03561-0621 New Jersey John J Corrigan 17 Hemlock Drive Parlin, 08859-1117 New Mexico Dennis R Detrow P. O. Box 25004 Albuquerque 87125-0004 New York Victor S Versace 21 Allen Road Garrison, 10524-1169 North Carolina Robert A. Schafer P. O. Box 17212 Raleigh, 27619 North Dakota Merle L. Huhner P. O. Box 9544 Fargo, 58106-9544 Oklahoma Gary A. Davis P. O. Box 1223 Drumright, 74030 Oregon Dalvin L. Hollaway P. O. Box 767 Canyonville, 97417-0767 Panama...... Ruben J. Levy...... P. O. Box 0831-02585 Panama City, Republic of Panama Philippines Isaac F. Arribas, Jr. Plaridel Masonic Temple 1440 San Marcelino St. Ermita, Manila, Republic of Philippines Portugal...... Antonio B. Vincente Rua Jao Saravia N 34- 1 Deg 1700-250 Lisbon Portugal Rhode Island Kenneth M. Long 300 Broadway Apt 403 Pawtucket, RI 02860-2256 Romania Mircea Istrate 5 George Cosbuc F/AP 13 800378 Galati South Carolina Johnnie T. Morris P. O. Box 7463 Columbia, 29202-7463 South Dakota George E. Bauser P. O. Box 913 Rapid City, 57709 Tennessee Rick Hoover 100 7th Avenue N Ste 3 Nashville 37203 Utah Charles E Warren, Sr 3787 E 1200 S Heber City, 84032-3558 Vermont Bruce R. Howard 17 Tuttle Meadow Dr Rutland, 05701-2544 Washington Floyd L Snyder 2225 Bluejay lane West Richland, 99353-9525 Wisconsin David A. Mahoney Grand York Rite Grand Masonic Center 36275 Sunset Drive Dousman, 53118-9349 Wyoming Kenneth M. Badget P. O. Box 653 Cowley, 82420
GENERAL GRAND COUNCIL David A. Grindle P. O. Box 332 Meridian, ID 83680-0332
GRAND RECORDERS OF NON-AFFILIATED GRAND COUNCILS GRAND COUNCIL GRAND RECORDER ADDRESS
Australia (South) John M Stubbs 70/122st Bernard’s Rd Magill SA 5072 South Australia Australia . Grand Scribe E P. O. Box 134(New South Wales) Petersham, N.S.W. 2049 Australia Australia Grand Scribe E P O Box 10272 Brisbane, Queensland 4000 Australia(Victoria) A.M. Arthur Williams 510 Balfours Road Granite Rock, Victoria 3875 Australia (Western) Grand Scribe E P. O. Box 3107 Adelaide Terrance WA 6832 Canada (Eastern) John R. Dollimount 129 Sherbrook Ave Bridgewater, Nova Scotia B4V 4U4, Canada Canada (Western) Edward Wilson 35188 Spencer Street Abbotsford BC V3G 2E3 Canada Ontario, Canada Charles Meldum 54 Amberdale Drive Scarborough, ON MIP 4C2 Canada Connecticut Charles B. Fowler, Jr. 525 Stillwater Windsor, 06095-3842 England and Wales John Brackley Mark Masons' Hall 86 St. James's Street, England SW1A 1PL Israel Sasson Naim P. O. Box 33698 Tel Aviv 61336 Massachusetts Robert C. Corr 186 Tremont St. RM 405 Boston, 02111 New Zealand Robert Jaray P. O. Box 254 Waikanae 5250 Ohio Bobby G. Campbell P. O. Box 751539 Dayton, 45475 Pennsylvania Freeman Z. Frey, III P. O. Box 4221 Harrisburg, 17111-4221 Scotland Grahame J. Smith 23 St. John Street Edinburgh, Scotland EH8 8DG Texas Orville L. O’Neil P. O. Box 296 Waco 76703 2013 Proceedings of The Grand Council Royal and Select Masters of Alabama
REVISED AND CORRECTED LIST OF GRAND OFFICERS ELECTED BY THE GRAND COUNCIL OF ALABAMA FROM ITS ORGANIZATION IN 1838 TO THE PRESENT TIME WITH THE YEAR OF THEIR ELECTION ______
Year 1838 1839 Grand Master *Gerard W. Creagh *Gerard W. Creagh Deputy Grand Master *Amand P. Pfister *Amand P. Pfister Grand PC Work *John C. Hicks *John C. Hicks Grand Treasurer *Major Cook *Major Cook Grand Recorder *J. C. Van Dyke *Carter R. Harrison
Year 1840 A 1841 Grand Master *Nathaniel W. Fletcher Deputy Grand Master *Nimrod E. Benson Grand PC Work *William Hendrix Grand Treasurer *Amand P. Pfister Grand Recorder *Carter R. Harrison
Year 1842 B 1843 Grand Master *James Penn Deputy Grand Master *Nimrod E. Benson Grand PC Work *William Hendrix Grand Treasurer *Amand P. Pfister Grand Recorder *Carter R. Harrison
Year 1844 1845 Grand Master *James Penn *Baylor B. Baker Deputy Grand Master *Gerard W. Creagh *William C. Penick Grand PC Work *William C. Penick *Lewis E. Parsons Grand Treasurer *Amand P. Pfister *Amand P. Pfister Grand Recorder *Carter R. Harrison *Carter R. Harrison
Year 1846 1847 Grand Master *William C. Penick *William C. Penick Deputy Grand Master *James M. Brundidge *James M. Brundidge Grand PC Work *Doric S. Ball *Doric S. Ball Grand Treasurer *Nimrod E. Benson *Nimrod E. Benson Grand Recorder *Amand P. Pfister *Amand P. Pfister
Year 1848 1849 C Grand Master *Rufus Greene *Rufus Greene Deputy Grand Master *Thomas C. Hartwell *Thomas C. Hartwell Grand PC Work *J. McCaleb Wiley *James M. Brundidge Grand Treasurer *Nimrod E. Benson *Nimrod E. Benson Grand Recorder *Amand P. Pfister *Amand p. Pfister
Year 1850 1851 Grand Master *Rufus Greene *Thomas C. Hartwell Deputy Grand Master *Thomas C. Hartwell *J. McCaleb Wiley Grand PC Work *William A. Ferrell *William A. Ferrell Grand Treasurer *Thomas Welsh *Thomas Welsh Grand Recorder *Amand P. Pfister *Amand P. Pfister
Year 1852 1853 Grand Master *William A. Ferrell *William P. Chilton Deputy Grand Master *J. McCaleb Wiley *J. McCaleb Wiley Grand PC Work *Rufus C. Torrey *Sterling A. M. Wood Grand Treasurer *Thomas Welsh *Thomas Welsh Grand Recorder *Amand P. Pfister *Amand P. Pfister
Year 1854 1855 Grand Master *J. McCaleb Wiley *J. McCaleb Wiley Deputy Grand Master *Henry S. Shelton *Henry S. Shelton Grand PC Work *J. M. Moore *John R.Clark Grand Treasurer *Thomas Welsh *Thomas Welsh Grand Recorder *Amand P. Pfister *Amand P. Pfister
Year 1856 1857 Grand Master *Henry S. Shelton *Henry S. Shelton Deputy Grand Master *John R. Clarke *John R. Clarke Grand PC Work *Sterling A. M. Wood *Stephen Ives Grand Treasurer *Thomas Welsh *Thomas Welsh Grand Recorder *Amand P. Pfister *Daniel Sayre
REVISED AND CORRECTED LIST OF GRAND OFFICERS ELECTED BY THE GRAND COUNCIL OF ALABAMA FROM ITS ORGANIZATION IN 1838 TO THE PRESENT TIME WITH THE YEAR OF THEIR ELECTION Year 1858 1859 Grand Master *Henry S. Shelton *Rufus C. Torrey Deputy Grand Master *John R. Clarke *James B. Harrison Grand PC Work *James R. Harrison *James Wilkins Grand Treasurer *Thomas Welsh *Thomas Welsh Grand Recorder *Daniel Sayre *Daniel Sayre
Year 1860 1861 D Grand Master *James B. Harrison Deputy Grand Master *Lewis B. Thornton Grand PC Work *W. P. Brashears Grand Treasurer *Thomas Welsh Grand Recorder *Daniel Sayre
Year 1862 D 1863 D Grand Master Deputy Grand Master Grand PC Work Grand Treasurer Grand Recorder
Year 1864 1865 Grand Master *James B. Harrison *James B. Harrison Deputy Grand Master *William Kerr *Eugene V. LeVert Grand PC Work *William E. Beaird *George D. Norris Grand Treasurer *Hugh Parks Watson *Hugh Parks Watson Grand Recorder *Daniel Sayre *Daniel Sayre
Year 1866 1867 Grand Master *Eugene V. LeVert *Eugene V. LeVert Deputy Grand Master *George D. Norris *George D. Norris Grand PC Work *Joseph H. Johnson *Joseph H. Johnson Grand Treasurer *Edmund M. Hastings *Edmund M. Hastings Grand Recorder *Daniel Sayre *Daniel Sayre
Year 1868 1869 Grand Master *Joseph H. Johnson *Robert D. Webb Deputy Grand Master *James M. Dedman *Sam Thompson Grand PC Work *Gilbert T. Deason *Martin G. Slaughter Grand Treasurer *Edmund M. Hastings *Edmund M. Hastings Grand Recorder *Daniel Sayre *Daniel Sayre
Year 1870 1871 Grand Master *Robert D. Webb *Robert D. Webb Deputy Grand Master *Sam Thompson *Sam Thompson Grand PC Work *Martin G. Slaughter *Martin G. Slaughter Grand Treasurer *William H. Dingley *William H. Dingley Grand Recorder *Daniel Sayre *Daniel Sayre
Year 1872 1873 Grand Master *Robert D. Webb *Robert D. Webb Deputy Grand Master *James M. Dedman *James M. Dedman Grand PC Work *Martin G. Slaughter *Palmer J. Pillans Grand Treasurer *William H. Dingley *William H. Dingley Grand Recorder *Daniel Sayre *Daniel Sayre
Year 1874 1875 Grand Master *Palmer J. Pillans *Palmer J. Pillans Deputy Grand Master *James Milton *James Milton Grand PC Work *Benjamin F. Pope *Benjamin F. Pope Grand Treasurer *William H. Dingley *William H. Dingley Grand Recorder *Daniel Sayre *Daniel Sayre
Year 1876 1877 Grand Master *James Milton *James Milton Deputy Grand Master *Benjamin F. Pope *William D. Wadsworth Grand PC Work *William D. Wadsworth *Lucky W. Jenkins Grand Treasurer *William H. Dingley *William H. Dingley Grand Recorder *Daniel Sayre *Daniel Sayre
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Year 1880 1881 Grand Master *William D. Wadsworth *William D. Wadsworth Deputy Grand Master *Lucky W. Jenkins *Lucky W. Jenkins Grand PC Work *William W. McCollum *William W.McCollum Grand Treasurer *William H. Dingley *William H. Dingley Grand Recorder *Daniel Sayre *Daniel Sayre
Year 1882 1883 Grand Master *William W. McCollum *William W. McCollum Deputy Grand Master *Lucky W. Jenkins *Lucky W. Jenkins Grand PC Work *Benjamin F. Pope *Benjamin F. Pope Grand Treasurer *William H. Dingley *William H. Dingley Grand Recorder *Daniel Sayre *Daniel Sayre
Year 1884 1885 Grand Master *William W. McCollum *William W. McCollum Deputy Grand Master *Lucky W. Jenkins *Lucky W. Jenkins Grand PC Work *Benjamin F. Pope *Benjamin F. Pope Grand Treasurer *William H. Dingley *William H. Dingley Grand Recorder *Daniel Sayre *Daniel Sayre
Year 1886 E 1887 Grand Master *Benjamin F. Pope Deputy Grand Master *George F. Moore Grand PC Work *James T. Beck Grand Treasurer *William H. Dingley Grand Recorder *Daniel Sayre
Year 1888 1889 Grand Master *Benjamin F. Pope *James T. Beck Deputy Grand Master *James T. Beck *George F. Moore Grand PC Work *John A. McKinnon *John A. McKinnon Grand Treasurer *William H. Dingley *William H. Dingley Grand Recorder *Edmund M. Hastings *Edmund M. Hastings
Year 1890 1891 Grand Master *James T. Beck *George F. Moore Deputy Grand Master *George F. Moore *John A. McKinnon Grand PC Work *John A. McKinnon *John G. Smith Grand Treasurer *William H. Dingley *William H. Dingley Grand Recorder *Edmund M. Hastings *Edmund M. Hastings
Year 1892 1893 Grand Master *George F. Moore *George F. Moore Deputy Grand Master *John A. McKinnon *John A. McKinnon Grand PC Work *John G. Smith *John G. Smith Grand Treasurer *William H. Dingley *William H. Dingley Grand Recorder *H. Clay Armstrong *H. Clay Armstrong
Year 1894 1895 Grand Master *John A. McKinnon *John G. Smith Deputy Grand Master *John G. Smith *Edward S. Gatchell Grand PC Work *Edward S. Gatchell *Oscar J. Cohen Grand Treasurer *William H. Dingley *William H. Dingley Grand Recorder *H. Clay Armstrong *H. Clay Armstrong
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Year 1898 1899 Grand Master *Solomon D. Bloch *George A. Beauchamp Deputy Grand Master *George A. Beauchamp *Robert S. Teague Grand PC Work *Robert S. Teague *James Esdale Grand Treasurer *William H. Dingley *William H. Dingley Grand Recorder *H. Clay Armstrong *H. Clay Armstrong
Year 1900 1901 Grand Master *George A. Beauchamp *Robert S. Teague Deputy Grand Master *Robert S. Teague *James Esdale Grand PC Work *James Esdale *Jacob D. Bloch Grand Treasurer *William H. Dingley *William H. Dingley Grand Recorder *H. Clay Armstrong *George A. Beauchamp
Year 1902 1903 Grand Master *Robert S. Teague *Jacob D. Bloch Deputy Grand Master *James Esdale *Ben M. Jacobs Grand PC Work *Jacob D. Bloch *John B. Lyons Grand Treasurer *William H. Dingley *William H. Dingley Grand Recorder *George A. Beauchamp *George A. Beauchamp
Year 1904 1905 Grand Master *Jacob D. Bloch *Ben M. Jacobs Deputy Grand Master *Ben M. Jacobs *John B. Lyons Grand PC Work *John B. Lyons *William Walter Ransom Grand Treasurer *William H. Dingley *William H. Dingley Grand Recorder *George A. Beauchamp *George A. Beauchamp
Year 1906 1907 Grand Master *John B. Lyons *William Walter Ransom Deputy Grand Master *William Walter Ransom *Walter Smith Grand PC Work *Walter Smith *Lawrence H. Lee Grand Treasurer *William H. Dingley *William H. Dingley Grand Recorder *George A. Beauchamp *George A. Beauchamp
Year 1908 1909 Grand Master *Walter Smith *Lawrence H. Lee Deputy Grand Master *Lawrence H. Lee *Robert L. Douglas Grand PC Work *Robert L. Douglas *John F. Jenkins Grand Treasurer *William H. Dingley *William H. Dingley Grand Recorder *George A. Beauchamp *George A. Beauchamp
Year 1910 1911 Grand Master *Robert L. Douglas *John F. Jenkins Deputy Grand Master *John F. Jenkins *Joseph Dixon Matlock Grand PC Work *Joseph Dixon Matlock *James C. Benson Grand Treasurer *William H. Dingley *John Wilson Terry Grand Recorder *George A. Beauchamp *George A. Beauchamp
Year 1912 1913 Grand Master *Joseph Dixon Matlock *James C. Benson Deputy Grand Master *James C. Benson *Woolsey Finnell Grand PC Work *Woolsey Finnell *John Phillip Melvin Grand Treasurer *John Wilson Terry *John Wilson Terry Grand Recorder *George A. Beauchamp *George A. Beauchamp
Year 1914 1915 Grand Master *Woolsey Finnell *John Phillip Melvin Deputy Grand Master *John Phillip Melvin *Jacob Bley Grand PC Work *Jacob Bley *John B. Bethea Grand Treasurer *John Wilson Terry *John Wilson Terry Grand Recorder *George A. Beauchamp *George A. Beauchamp
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REVISED AND CORRECTED LIST OF GRAND OFFICERS ELECTED BY THE GRAND COUNCIL OF ALABAMA FROM ITS ORGANIZATION IN 1838 TO THE PRESENT TIME WITH THE YEAR OF THEIR ELECTION Year 1916 1917 Grand Master *Jacob Bley *John B. Bethea Deputy Grand Master *John B. Bethea *Robert C. Williams Grand PC Work *Robert C. Williams *Louis J. Wright Grand Treasurer *John Wilson Terry *John Wilson Terry Grand Recorder *George A. Beauchamp *George A. Beauchamp
Year 1918 1919 Grand Master *Robert C. Williams *Louis J. Wright Deputy Grand Master *Louis J. Wright *John H. McCormick Grand PC Work *John H. McCormick *Hartsford Lee Terry Grand Treasurer *John Wilson Terry *John Wilson Terry Grand Recorder *George A. Beauchamp *George A. Beauchamp
Year 1920 1921 Grand Master *John H. McCormick *Hartsford Lee Isom Deputy Grand Master *Hartsford Lee Isom *William S. Kilby Grand PC Work *William S. Kilby *Harry C. Crelly Grand Treasurer *John Wilson Terry *John Wilson Terry Grand Recorder *George A. Beauchamp *George A. Beauchamp
Year 1922 1923 Grand Master *William S. Kilby *Harry C. Crelley Deputy Grand Master *Harry C. Crelley *Henry F. Reese Grand PC Work *Henry F. Reese *William S. Gamble Grand Treasurer *John Wilson Terry *John Wilson Terry Grand Recorder *George A. Beauchamp *George A. Beauchamp
Year 1924 1925 Grand Master *Henry F. Reese *William S. Gamble Deputy Grand Master *William S. Gamble *Norman Gunn Grand PC Work *Norman Gunn *Robert McLester Strong Grand Treasurer *John Wilson Terry *John Wilson Terry Grand Recorder *George A. Beauchamp *George A. Beauchamp
Year 1926 1927 Grand Master *Norman Gunn *Robert McLester Strong Deputy Grand Master *Robert McLester Strong *Robert E. Howard Grand PC Work *Robert E. Howard *William W. Waldo Grand Treasurer *John Wilson Terry *John Wilson Terry Grand Recorder *George A. Beauchamp *George A. Beauchamp
Year 1928 1929 Grand Master *Robert E. Howard *William W. Waldo Deputy Grand Master *William W. Waldo *Llewellyn R. Hillyer Grand PC Work *Llewellyn R. Hillyer *Henry C. McGee Grand Treasurer *John Wilson Terry *John Wilson Terry Grand Recorder *George A. Beauchamp *George A. Beauchamp
Year 1930 1931 Grand Master *Llewellyn R. Hillyer *Henry C. McGee Deputy Grand Master *Henry C. McGee *Bryce H. Campbell Grand PC Work *Leroy M. Strickland *Hoyt McClendont Grand Treasurer *John Wilson Terry *John Wilson Terry Grand Recorder *George A. Beauchamp *Guy T. Smith
Year 1932 1933 Grand Master *Bryce H. Campbell *Hoyt McClendon Deputy Grand Master *Hoyt McClendon *John P. Knott Grand PC Work *John P. Knott *John Lee Cash Grand Treasurer *John Wilson Terry *John Wilson Terry Grand Recorder *Guy T. Smith *Guy T. Smith
Year 1934 1935 Grand Master *John P. Knott *Robert M. Carswell Deputy Grand Master *Robert M. Carswell *Robert B. Keith Grand PC Work *Robert B. Keith *Wylie A. Gibbons Grand Treasurer *John Wilson Terry *John Wilson Terry Grand Recorder *Guy T. Smith *Guy T. Smith
REVISED AND CORRECTED LIST OF GRAND OFFICERS ELECTED BY THE GRAND COUNCIL OF ALABAMA FROM ITS ORGANIZATION IN 1838 TO THE PRESENT TIME WITH THE YEAR OF THEIR ELECTION Year 1936 1937 Grand Master *Robert B. Keith *Clarence E. Michaels Deputy Grand Master *Clarence E. Michaels *T. Gaines St. John Grand PC Work *T. Gaines St. John *William D. Hawkins Grand Treasurer *John Wilson Terry *John Wilson Terry Grand Recorder *Gut T. Smith *Guy T. Smith
Year 1938 1939 Grand Master *T. Gaines St. John *William D. Hawkins Deputy Grand Master *William D. Hawkins *J. McMurray Griffith Grand PC Work *J. McMurray Griffith *A. Parker Mize Grand Treasurer *John Wilson Terry *John Wilson Terry Grand Recorder *Guy T. Smith *Guy T. Smith
Year 1940 1941 Grand Master *J. McMurray Griffith *A. Parker Mize Deputy Grand Master *A. Parker Mize *Robert S. Wildsmith Grand PC Work *Robert S. Wildsmith *David W. W. Fuller Grand Treasurer *John Wilson Terry *John Wilson Terry Grand Recorder *Guy T. Smith *Guy T. Smith
Year 1942 1943 Grand Master *Robert S. Wildsmith *David W. W. Fuller Deputy Grand Master *David W. W. Fuller *Elmer Lee Moss Grand PC Work *Elmer Lee Moss *Walter F. Estes Grand Treasurer *John Wilson Terry *John Wilson Terry Grand Recorder *George A. Beauchamp *Guy T. Smith
Year 1944 1945 Grand Master *Elmer Lee Moss *Walter F. Estes Deputy Grand Master *Walter F. Estes *Albert J. Savage Grand PC Work *Albert J. Savage *Julian F. Spearman Grand Treasurer *John Wilson Terry *John Wilson Terry Grand Recorder *Guy T. Smith *Guy T. Smith
Year 1946 F 1947 G H Grand Master *Albert J. Savage *Charles D. Murphy Deputy Grand Master *Julian F. Spearman *John Wilson Grand PC Work *Charles D. Murphy *George H. Crook Grand Treasurer *Frank A. Gillette *Frank A. Gillette Grand Recorder *Guy T. Smith *Willis E. Glazner *C. H. Stubinger
Year 1948 1949 Grand Master *John Wilson *George H. Crook Deputy Grand Master *George H. Crook *Ralph W. Douglas Grand PC Work *Ralph W. Douglas *Claud Stallworth Grand Treasurer *Frank A. Gillette *Frank A. Gillette Grand Recorder *C. H. Stubbing *C. H. Stubbing
Year 1950 1951 Grand Master *Ralph W. Douglas *Claud Stallworth Deputy Grand Master *Claud Stallworth *Edward D. Michael Grand PC Work *Edward D. Michael *Oscar L. Ledbetter Grand Treasurer *Frank A. Gillette *Frank A. Gillette Grand Recorder *C. H. Stubbing *C. H. Stubbing
Year 1952 1953 Grand Master *Claud Stallworth *Edward D. Michael Deputy Grand Master *Edward D. Michael *Oscar L. Ledbetter Grand PC Work *Oscar L. Ledbetter *Oliver B. Hall Grand Treasurer *Frank A. Gillette *Frank A. Gillette Grand Recorder *C. H. Stubbing *C. H. Stubbing
Year 1954 1955 Grand Master *Oscar L. Ledbetter *Oliver B. Hall Deputy Grand Master *Oliver B. Hall *James M. Jones Grand PC Work *James M. Jones *Sidney G. Fullerton, Sr. Grand Treasurer *Frank A. Gillette *Frank A. Gillette Grand Recorder *C. H. Stubbing *C. H. Stubbling
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REVISED AND CORRECTED LIST OF GRAND OFFICERS ELECTED BY THE GRAND COUNCIL OF ALABAMA FROM ITS ORGANIZATION IN 1838 TO THE PRESENT TIME WITH THE YEAR OF THEIR ELECTION Year 1956 1957 I Grand Master *James M. Jones *Charles H. Stubbing *Terry Leon Butts Deputy Grand Master *Terry L. Butts *Charles L. Campbell Grand PC Work *Charles L. Campbell *Emrys W. John Grand Treasurer *Frank A. Gillette *Frank A. Gillette Grand Recorder *C. H. Stubbing *James M. Jones * C. H. Stubbing
Year 1958 1959 Grand Master *Charles L. Campbell *Emrys W. John Deputy Grand Master *Emrys W. John *S. Grady Fullerton, Jr. Grand PC Work *S. Grady Fullerton, Jr. *Edgar McDavitt Gober Grand Treasurer *Frank A. Gillette *Frank A. Gillette Grand Recorder *C. H. Stubbing *C. H. Stubbing
Year 1960 J K L 1961 Grand Master *S. Grady Fullerton, Jr. *Edgar M. Gober Deputy Grand Master *Edgar McDavitt Gober *Thomas Watson Love Grand PC Work *Thomas Watson Love *Ray Brown Hartwell Grand Treasurer *Frank A. Gillette *Frank A. Gillette Grand Recorder *C. H. Stubbing *Gordon L. Evatt *Thomas Leon Cochran *Gordon L. Evatt *Varna A. Rushton Year 1962 1963 M Grand Master *Thomas Watson Love *Ray Brown Hartwell Deputy Grand Master *Ray Brown Hartwell *James T. McRae, Sr. Grand PC Work *James T. McRae, Sr. *M. L. Fegenbush Grand Treasurer *Frank A. Gillette *Hoyt McClendon Grand Recorder *Gordon L. Evatt *Thomas W. Oliver
Year 1964 1965 Grand Master *James T. McRae, Sr. *M. L. Fegenbush Deputy Grand Master *M. L. Fegenbush *Arthur H. Dailey Grand PC Work *Arthur H. Dailey *Luther E. Stephens Grand Treasurer *Hoyt McClendon *Hoyt McClendon Grand Recorder *Thomas W. Oliver *Thomas W. Oliver
Year 1966 1967 Grand Master *Arthur H. Dailey *Luther E. Stephens Deputy Grand Master *Luther E. Stephens *Ray Rutledge Grand PC Work *Ray Rutledge *D. Shelby Vaughn Grand Treasurer *Hoyt McClendon *Hoyt McClendon Grand Recorder *Thomas W. Oliver *Thomas W. Oliver
Year 1968 1969 Grand Master *Ray Rutledge *D. Shelby Vaughn Deputy Grand Master *D. Shelby Vaughn *Charles D. Miller Grand PC Work *Charles D. Miller McMurray L. Griffith Grand Treasurer *Hoyt McClendon *Hoyt McClendon Grand Recorder *Thomas W. Oliver *Thomas W. Oliver
Year 1970 1971 Grand Master *Charles D. Miller McMurray L. Griffith Deputy Grand Master McMurray L. Griffith *Troy J. Roberts Grand PC Work *Troy J. Roberts *Walter K. Collins Grand Treasurer *Hoyt McClendon *Hoyt McClendon Grand Recorder *Thomas W. Oliver *Thomas W. Oliver
Year 1972 1973 N O Grand Master *Troy J. Roberts *Walter K. Collins Deputy Grand Master *Walter K. Collins *Loyd D. Durden Grand PC Work *Loyd D. Durden *Fred J. Gentry Grand Treasurer *Hoyt McClendon *Hoyt McClendon Grand Recorder *Thomas W. Oliver *Thomas W. Mann
Year 1974 P Q 1975 Grand Master *Loyd D. Durden *Fred J. Gentry Deputy Grand Master *Fred J. Gentry *Clifford J. Turner Grand PC Work *Ernest L. Bishop, Sr. *Ernest L. Bishop, Sr. Grand Treasurer *Hoyt McClendon *Hoyt McClendon Grand Recorder *Thomas W. Mann *Thomas W. Mann
REVISED AND CORRECTED LIST OF GRAND OFFICERS ELECTED BY THE GRAND COUNCIL OF ALABAMA FROM ITS ORGANIZATION IN 1838 TO THE PRESENT TIME WITH THE YEAR OF THEIR ELECTION Year 1976 1977 Grand Master *Clifford J. Turner *Ernest L. Bishop, Sr. Deputy Grand Master *Ernest L. Bishop, Sr. *Fred W. Vaughn Grand PC Work *Fred W. Vaughn *V. Nash Carmichael Grand Treasurer *Hoyt McClendon *Hoyt McClendon Grand Recorder *Thomas W. Mann *Thomas W. Mann
Year 1978 1979 R Grand Master *Fred W. Vaughn Emory J. Ferguson Deputy Grand Master Emory J. Ferguson W. M. Newsome, Jr. Grand PC Work W. M. Newsome, Jr. *James M. Deming . Grand Treasurer *Hoyt McClendon *Hoyt McClendon Grand Recorder *Thomas W. Mann *Thomas W. Mann
Year 1980 S 1981 T Grand Master W. M. Newsome, Jr. *James M. Deming Deputy Grand Master *James M. Deming Charles R. Pate Grand PC Work Charles R. Pate *Earl S. West Grand Treasurer *Hoyt McClendon *James A. Kile *James A. Kile Grand Recorder *Thomas W. Mann *Thomas W. Mann
Year 1982 1983 Grand Master Charles R. Pate *Earl S. West Deputy Grand Master *Earl S. West *Clarence F. Rhea Grand PC Work *Clarence F. Rhea *Joseph D. Brackin . Grand Treasurer *James A. Kile *James A. Kile Grand Recorder *Thomas W. Mann *Thomas W. Mann
Year 1984 1985 Grand Master *Clarence F. Rhea *Joseph D. Brackin Deputy Grand Master *Joseph D. Brackin *Teddy R. Grogan, Sr. Grand PC Work *Teddy R. Grogan, Sr. *William H. Ealy Grand Treasurer *James A. Kile *James A. Kile Grand Recorder *Thomas W. Mann *Thomas W. Mann
Year 1986 1987 Grand Master *Teddy R. Grogan, Sr. *William H. Ealy Deputy Grand Master *William H. Ealy Brent H. Haller Grand PC Work Brent H. Haller . Sam L. Garrett, Sr. Grand Treasurer *James A. Kile *James A. Kile Grand Recorder *Thomas W. Mann *Thomas W. Mann
Year 1988 1989 Grand Master Brent H. Haller Sam L. Garrett, Sr. Deputy Grand Master Sam L. Garrett, Sr. *Fred W. McCluskey, Jr. Grand PC Work *Fred W. McCluskey, Jr. Erskine K. Smith Grand Treasurer *James A. Kile *James A. Kile Grand Recorder *Thomas W. Mann *Thomas W. Mann
Year 1990 1991 U Grand Master *Fred W. McCluskey, Jr. Erskine K. Smith Deputy Grand Master Erskine K. Smith *Richard Sim Hamilton Grand PC Work *Richard Sim Hamilton Maurice C. Himes Grand Treasurer *James A. Kile *James A. Kile *Fred W. McCluskey, Jr. Grand Recorder *Thomas W. Mann *Thomas W. Mann Arthur C. Harding
Year 1992 V 1993 Grand Master *Richard Sim Hamilton Maurice C. Himes Deputy Grand Master Maurice C. Himes *Jesse W. Locke Grand PC Work *Jesse W. Locke Anthony M. Deming Grand Treasurer *Fred W. McCluskey, Jr. *Fred W. McCluskey, Jr. Grand Recorder Arthur C. Harding Arthur C. Harding
Year 1994 1995 Grand Master *Jesse W. Locke Anthony M. Deming Deputy Grand Master Anthony M.Deming James L. Gossett Grand PC Work James L. Gossett *J. Woodrow Smith Grand Treasurer *Fred W. McCluskey, Jr. *Fred W. McCluskey, Jr. Grand Recorder Arthur C. Harding Arthur C. Harding
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REVISED AND CORRECTED LIST OF GRAND OFFICERS ELECTED BY THE GRAND COUNCIL OF ALABAMA FROM ITS ORGANIZATION IN 1838 TO THE PRESENT TIME WITH THE YEAR OF THEIR ELECTION Year 1996 1997 Grand Master James L. Gossett *J. Woodrow Smith Deputy Grand Master *J. Woodrow Smith Charles W. McDonald Grand PC Work Charles W. McDonald Roger A. Simmons Grand Treasurer *Fred W. McCluskey, Jr. *Fred W. McCluskey, Jr. Grand Recorder Arthur C. Harding Arthur C. Harding
Year 1998 W 1999 Grand Master Charles W. McDonald Roger A. Simmons Deputy Grand Master Roger A. Simmons Lance c. Anthony Grand PC Work Lance C. Anthony James W. Battle Grand Treasurer *Fred W. McCluskey, Jr. *Fred W. McCluskey, Jr. Grand Recorder Arthur C. Harding Arthur C. Harding
Year 2000 2001 Grand Master Lance C. Anthony James W. Battle Deputy Grand Master James W. Battle #William C. Havens Grand PC Work #William C. Havens MacArthur Davis Grand Treasurer *Fred W. McCluskey, Jr. *Fred W. McCluskey, Jr. Grand Recorder Arthur C. Harding Arthur C. Harding
Year 2002 X 2003 Grand Master #William C. Havens MacArthur Davis Deputy Grand Master MacArthur Davis *Bobby R. Terry Grand PC Work *Bobby R. Terry *Ronald E. Scarborough, Sr. Grand Treasurer *Fred W. McCluskey, Jr. *Fred W. McCluskey, Jr. Grand Recorder Arthur C. Harding Arthur C. Harding
Year 2004 2005 Y Grand Master *Bobby R. Terry *Ronald E. Scarborough, Sr. Deputy Grand Master *Ronald E. Scarborough, Sr. *V. Lloyd Llewellyn Grand PC Work *V. Lloyd Llewellyn Wayne D. Jordan Grand Treasurer *Fred W. McCluskey, Jr. *Fred W. McCluskey, Jr. Robert C. Grigsby, Jr. Grand Recorder Arthur C. Harding Arthur C. Harding Hiram O. Williams, Jr.
Year 2006 Z 2007 Grand Master *V. Lloyd Llewellyn Wayne D. Jordan Deputy Grand Master Wayne D. Jordan Jack C. Wade Grand PC Work Jack C. Wade Phillip J. Sherman Grand Treasurer Joe D. Lee Joe D. Lee Grand Recorder Hiram O. Williams, Jr. Hiram O. Williams, Jr.
Year 2008 2009 Grand Master Jack C. Wade Phillip J. Sherman Deputy Grand Master Phillip J. Sherman James A. Smith Grand PC Work *Robert T. Crawford Teddy R. Grogan, Jr. Grand Treasurer Joe D. Lee Joe D. Lee Grand Recorder Hiram O. Williams, Jr. Hiram O. Williams, Jr.
Year 2010 2011 Grand Master James A. Smith Teddy R. Grogan, Jr. Deputy Grand Master Teddy R. Grogan, Jr. Jimmy D. O’Dell Grand PC Work Jimmy D. O’Dell George L. Marshall, Jr. Grand Treasurer Joe D. Lee Joe D. Lee Grand Recorder Hiram O. Williams, Jr. Hiram O. Williams, Jr.
Year 2012 2013 AA Grand Master Jimmy D. O’Dell George L. Marshall, Jr. Deputy Grand Master George L. Marshall, Jr. Ronald L. Thomas Grand PC Work Ronald L. Thomas *Jack A. Elliott Grand Treasurer Joe D. Lee Joe D. Lee Grand Recorder Hiram O. Williams, Jr. Hiram O. Williams, Jr.
Year 2014 2015 Grand Master Deputy Grand Master Grand PC Work Grand Treasurer Joe D. Lee Grand Recorder Hiram O. Williams, Jr.
* Denotes Deceased # Denounced Masonry
Footnote Legend:
A....The Grand Council did not meet in the year 1840 B....The Grand Council met in 1842 but neither the printed proceedings nor original records show that any officers were elected. C....In the year 1849 a new office was created, called “Grand Trice Illustrious” ranking next to Deputy Grand Master, but in 1872 the office was abolished. The following were elected “Grand Thrice Illustrious”: In 1849 J. McCaleb Wiley; in 1850 J. McCaleb Wiley; in 1851 William P. Chilton; in 1852 William A. Taylor; in 1852 Henry S. Shelton; in 1854 Stephen Ives; in 1855 William A. Ferrell; in 1856 Joshua H. Danforth; in 1857 Lewis B. Thornton; in 1858 Rufus c. Torrey; in 1859 Lewis B. Thorton; in 1860 John A. Lodor; in 1864 E. H. Bernhard; in 1865 William Kerr; in 1866 Paige Brown; in 1868 Robert H. Erwin; in 1869 James M. Dedman; in 1870 James M. Dedman; in 1871 James M. Dedman. D....The Grand Council did not meet in the years 1861, 1862 and 1863 E....For want of a Quorum, The Grand Council held no meeting in the year 1866 F....At the Annual Assembly in 1946, Companion John Terry, on account of ill health, was made Grand Treasurer Emeritus, and Companion Frank A. Gillette was elected Grand Treasurer. G....On August 4, 1947, Companion Willis E. Glazner was appointed Acting Grand Recorder following the death of Companion Guy T. Smith. H....At the Annual Assembly in 1947, Companion C. H. Stubinger was elected Grand Recorder I....At The Annual Assembly of the Grand council of R. & S. M. of Alabama held on February 11, 1957, companion Charles H. Stubinger was elected Most Illustrious Grand Master to serve in that capacity during the election of officers. Most Illustrious Companion James M. Jones was elected Grand Recorder to serve for the same period of time. J....On June 27, 1960, following the sudden death of Companion Charles H. Stubinger, Companion Thomas Leon Cochran was appointed Acting Grand Recorder K....On September 16, 1960, following the resignation of Companion T. L. Cochran, Companion Gordon L. Evatt was appointed Grand Recorder. L....On December 1, 1960 companion Varna A. Rushton was Appointed Grand Recorder to succeed Gordon L. Evatt who resigned M....Grand York Rite office was moved from Montgomery to Birmingham after election of Thomas W. Oliver as Grand Recorder in 1962 N....At the Annual Assembly on February 1973 Thomas W. Mann was elected Grand Recorder. Thomas W. Oliver was elected Grand Recorder Emeritus. O....Annual Assembly date changed to last Monday in February. P....As proof of continual effort of Alabama to promote York Rite Unity, the first combined meeting of the Grand Chapter, Grand Council, and Grand Commandery was held in February 1974 Q....On November 1, 1974, The Grand York Rite office was moved to a new location at 3621 5th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35222 R....On October 1, 1979 the Grand York Rite office was moved to a new location at 5504 ½ 1st Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35212 S....on May 16, 1980, James A Kile was appointed Grand Treasurer to Succeed Hoyt McClendon who resigned. T....At the Annual Assembly, February 1981 Hoyt McClendon was elected Grand Treasurer Emeritus U....On September 1, 1991, Companion Thomas W. Mann and Companion James A. Kile resigned and Most Illustrious Companion Fred W. McCluskey, Jr. was appointed as Grand Treasurer and Companion Arthur C. Harding was appointed as Grand Recorder. V....At the Annual Assembly in February 1992, Companion Thomas W. Mann was elected as Grand Recorder Emeritus and Most Illustrious Past Grand Master (Honorary). Companion James A. Kile was elected Grand Treasurer Emeritus. Most Illustrious Companion Fred W. McCluskey, Jr. was elected Grand Treasurer and Companion Arthur C. Harding was elected Grand Recorder. W....On January 13. 1999 the Grand York Rite office moved to a new location at 3430 Ratliff Road, Birmingham, AL 35210 X....On October 1st William C. Havens Renounced Masonry. MacArthur Davis, Deputy Grand Master assumed the duties as Acting Grand Master and Presided over the Annual Assembly on February 23, 2003 Y....On December 31st, 2005 Companion Fred W. McCluskey, Jr. and Companion Arthur C. Harding resigned and Companion Robert C. Grigsby, Jr. was appointed as Grand Treasurer and Companion Hiram O. Williams, Jr. was appointed Grand Recorder. Z....At the Annual Assembly in February, 2006 Companion Arthur C. Harding was elected as Grand Recorder Emeritus and Most Illustrious Past Grand Master (honorary). Most Illustrious Companion Fred W. McCluskey, Jr. was elected as Grand Treasurer Emeritus. Companion Joe D. Lee was elected Grand Treasurer and Companion Hiram O. Williams, Jr. was elected Grand Recorder. AA...On February 28th, 2013 Illustrious Grand Principal Conductor of the Work Companion Jack A. Elliott Died. Most Illustrious George L. Marshall, Jr. according to the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Alabama Constitution moved all elected officers up one position in line except the Deputy Grand Master, Treasurer and Recorder. He appointed Companion Raymond C. Dunn as Sentinel. This was done at a meeting of the Grand Council of Royal And Select Masters of Alabama March 9th, 2013 at Birmingham Metro York Rite Temple 3430 Ratliff Road, Birmingham, AL with an effective date of April 1st, 2013.See the minutes attached to these proceeding.
2013 Proceedings of The Grand Council Royal and Select Masters of Alabama
INDEX GRAND COUNCIL OF ALABAMA
Address of Most Illustrious Grand Master, 2012-2013 ...... 7-8 Alabama Grand York Rite Holding Company ...... 47 Appointments, Committee, 2013-2014 ...... 45-47 Audit Report ...... 20-23 Assembly, Annual Grand, 2014 ...... 35 Award, General Grand Council: Former Recipients ...... 34-36 Presentation ...... 34-36 Biography: George L Marshall, JR...... 40-43 Budget, 2013 ...... 19-20 Committees Appointed, 2013-2014 ...... 45-47 Councils, Subordinate: Assembly Dates & Location ...... 48-49 Officers or Proxies in Attendance ...... 24-25 Past T.I.M.'s in Attendance ...... 25 Recorders and Addresses ...... 48-49 Register ...... 48-49 Statistical Summary ...... 11 Thrice Illustrious Masters and Addresses ...... 48-49 Election of Grand Council Officers, 2013-2014 ...... 35 Installation of Grand Council Officers ...... 35 Legend ...... 63 Medal, General Grand Council: Former Recipients ...... 35 Presentation ...... 35 Memorial and Eulogy ...... 32-1-2 Minutes of Last Assembly ...... 33 Officers: General Grand Council, 2011-2014 ...... 50 Grand Council, 2012-2013 ...... 9 Grand Council, 2013-2014 ...... 45 Grand Council from 1838 ...... 53-62 Order of the Silver Trowel ...... 47 Pictures: George L. Marshall, Jr...... 39 Grand Council Officers, 2013-2014 ...... 44 Proceedings of Grand Council's 175th Assembly: Address of M. I. Grand Master ...... 7-8 Election of Officers for 2013-2014 ...... 35 Grand Council Officers in Attendance ...... 5 Installation ...... 35 Introduction of M. I. Past Grand Masters ...... 6 Opening ...... 5 Recorders, Grand, and Addresses ...... 50-52 Recorders, Subordinate, and Addresses ...... 48-49 Register: Grand Recorders and Addresses ...... 50-52 Grand Representatives ...... 13-17 Subordinate Councils ...... 48-49 Reports: Audit Committee ...... 20-23 Committee: Address of M. I. Grand Master ...... 26 By-Laws...... 29 Credentials and Registration ...... 24 Cryptic Masons Medical Research ...... 30-31 Finance ...... 18 Fraternal Correspondence ...... 27 Jurisprudence ...... 27 Membership ...... 28 Necrology ...... 27-28 Work (Ritualistic) ...... 26 Youth Committee ...... 29 Grand Recorder ...... 10-11 Grand Treasurer ...... 9 Representatives, Grand: Commissioned (Appointed) ...... Nominated ...... Register ...... 13-17 Roll Call ...... 12-13 Resolutions & Special Minutes ...... 37-38 Statistical Summary ...... 11