The Newest Cyclown Brings a New Twist to the Dalles As Batman's Joker

A Publication of Shrine Masons. June 2019 - Vol. 119, Issue 6

The Newest Cyclown Brings a New Twist to the Dalles as Batman’s Joker Al Kader OASIS From the Potentate’s Desk Published Monthly Al Kader, Shriners International by 2019 Potentate I.S. Todd Weedman 25100 SW Parkway Ave. Wilsonville, OR 97070-9600 As I write this, we just came off a series Phone: (503) 682-4420 of unusually hot days for May, only to Fax: (503) 685-5080 turn on a dime back to rain. Nonetheless, Email: [email protected] spring has arrived and the vision of warm www.AlKaderShriners.org Subscription Price $8.00 / yr summer days is on our minds – we can see ourselves on the river, having dinner Elected Divan outside on the deck, and telling stories Todd Weedman, Potentate around the fire pit. Carl Thompson, Chief Rabban Terry Griffith, Assistant Rabban Imagining the future is a powerful Mark Phillips, High Priest & Prophet motivator to make the necessary Carl Robinson,Oriental Guide Gillan Bradley, Treasurer measure and preparation to achieve our Dick Duer, Recorder dreams – indeed, the gratification of accomplishment is frequently as sweet as Appointed Divan the objective. Greg O’Neal, 1st Ceremonial Master Jeremy Ward, 2nd Ceremonial Master I have read that a vision of the future Bill Hinkle, Director Mel DeHut, Marshal should be audacious, with a reasonable Kevan Snyder, Captain of the Guard timeline to plan, initiate and ultimately achieve. In my experience, upon Curtis Hanson, Legion of Honor Adjutant initiation of a well formed plan, most perceived obstacles turn out to be Larry Evey, Outer Guard less than expected or completely non-existent. However, just as the rains Kenton Wolfe, Chaplain returned, there will be setbacks… which should be expected, but only Zack Blalack, Outer Guard Dick Crist, Outer Guard given their due concern. Carey Huckaba, Outer Guard Bill Quier, Outer Guard We live in a time of constant flux, requiring perpetual planning – so Jim Loenning, Outer Guard revisiting our goals is critical if we desire to remain effective and relevant. Robert Miltenberger, Outer Guard The goals of the shrine have been and continue to be a positive community Potentate’s Aides relationship, financial stability and a healthy membership – all to enable Executive Aides I.S. Ard and Carol Pratt us to help children by supporting our hospitals. We can start with those Chief Aides Brian and Jennifer Williams broad strokes, but now paint in details with bold colors and visualize what Larry Maine, Marty Bush, Roger Reed and Kristie Bjork, Alicia Moss, Lori Calkins, John Al Kader could look like in three years. and Barbara Wilde, Steve and Paula Levin, Nathaniel Pratt, Judy Smith Let’s add 300 very active Shriners statewide to our membership, men known as leaders in the community. One way to do this is by extending Temple Unit Staff our local interaction through sponsorship or volunteering at community Jay Carey, Director of Units events, which besides building goodwill, frequently induces reciprocal Ken Hall, Assistant Dir. of Units support from individuals and businesses. Others will acknowledge Other Appointments Shriners as community pillars and as men that are desirable to affiliate Skip Stanaway, Ambassador at Large with. Contacting the Department of Parks and Recreation or Chamber Ron Ellenson, Ambassador of Commerce will likely foster many opportunities. Being a Noble of the Gary Scott, Ambassador Shrine is both honorable and prestigious, and many worthy men would Emeritus seek to join our ranks if we are repeatedly in the public eye engaging in Roy Armentrout, Recorder spiritually fulfilling efforts. Kenji Yaguchi, Ambassador Robert Keller, Treasurer Furthermore, if Al Kader doubled it’s investment portfolio through I.S. Dave Johnson, Editor donations, wills, trusts, fundraising events, and maximizing building rentals, there would be many things we could do to help our Clubs and OASIS Units be more viable, visible and active. Your Divan is currently exploring Potentate I.S. Todd Weedman, Publisher Patrick Sheehan, Editor all these avenues. Art Thompson, Photographer Items must be received by the 10th of the Success in any one area positively influences the others… So let us seek month to [email protected] for that synergistic upward spiral. next month’s issue. Advertising Rates on Request continued on page 15

2 Al Kader Oasis - June 2019 Fez Lunch Tachos 515 Molalla Ave., Oregon City, OR Friday, June 28th, 12-2 Please RSVP to: [email protected] or on Facebook FezLunch Group or call Notice of Stated Meeting (971) 246-6445 Monday, June 24, 2019

5:00 p.m. Oasis 6:00 p.m. Dinner 7:00 p.m. Stated Meeting

Al Kader Shrine - Shiners International Shrine Center - Wilsonville, Oregon

2019 Dues Card Required. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

by Order of: Potentate I.S. Todd Weedman Attest: Dick Duer, Recorder

Chaplain’s Report by Noble Kenton Wolfe In Lodge and in the Shrine we have shepherds. Are you a shepherd or a sheep? Sheep were one of We are fortunate to have many individuals who the first domesticated animals and are referred to in are blessed as leaders. We also have followers and the Bible more than any other animal. members of the “herd or flock.” Both are necessary components of an organization. Growing up on the farm I never thought sheep were particularly bright compared to pigs or cows. One of the needs of many people in life is to However, studies rank sheep only slightly behind know their neighbors and be part of something pigs in intelligence. They have strong social, flocking meaningful. We have that as Shrine Masons. and following behavior. However, we need to show up and participate. One can learn a lot from spending time around When a sheep is lost, or a cow goes astray we have animals – especially livestock. As an example, shepherds to guide us back. cows and sheep have leaders and followers. If you Read this issue of the Al Kader Oasis. Read the watch a line of cows going to pasture or returning Oregon Grand Lodge Bulletin. Both are also for milking, the same cow or cows will be in front. available online and on social media. Look at Likewise, the same cow or group will be in the rear. all that is going on around us. Take advantage When they go into the barn they go into the same of our activities. Participate and be part of the stall. Other livestock also develop a hierarchy and organization. You will find rewards greater than you dominance. can imagine and gain more than you contribute. As believers in the Supreme Architect of the universe Support our philanthropy that provides our children and guided by teachings of the Holy Bible we find with the finest care available. many references to shepherds and sheep. We have shepherds in our lives and can be shepherds to others.

Al Kader Oasis - June 2019 3 Shurtah Office have been involved with brought back many by Jay Carey, High Shireeve memories for quite a few “Over the Hillers” and Shurtah members. At our Shurtah meeting we had Salam! On behalf of a change in the officers for the Club. The new High the Al Kader Shurtah Shireeve is Noble Jay Carey, Low Shireeve is Noble Law Enforcement Club, Ken Hall, Sec/Trea is IS John Nerski, Past High greetings. Shireeve Representative and Chaplain is IS Bob Walliker and Sgt-at-Arms is Noble Steve Levin. Our Our Club meets next meeting will be May 22nd, 2019 at 11:30 a.m. monthly in conjunction at the Clackamas Denny’s. with the “Over The Hill Gang” (retired Please join us for the fun and fellowship of our officers from area meetings. In the event you cannot make the law enforcement meetings, you are always welcome to ride along for organizations) where we enjoy a wonderful meal, the Parades. a guest speaker and great fellowship. After the luncheon, the “Over the Hill” members depart Shurtah seeking applications: and Shurtah is called to order to conduct our Club Dear Noble, if you qualify, we invite you to join us. meeting. Our meetings are always on the fourth See the article above for our requirements and Wednesday of each month and are held at the more information about what we do & and the Clackamas Denny’s, 15815 SE 82nd Drive, starting advantages of membership. at 11:30 a.m.. Our Ladies are welcome and many of them join us each month. Contact Jay Carey - High Shireeve Ken Hall -Low Shireeve or We welcome any Noble who has a connection to IS John Nerski - Sec. Treas law enforcement and would be pleased to have you join our Club. The primary requirements are that you have to have been an active or retired member Tualatin Valley Shrine Club of a law enforcement agency which include; by Noble Herb Richardson reserve officers or deputies, correctional officers or deputies, parole and probation officers, medical We had a very nice turnout for the Tualatin Valley Shrine Club March meeting at the Peppermill Restaurant. Thanks to all who ventured out for the meeting and comradery. Let’s keep those good attendance numbers going when we reconvene in September. For our meeting in May (which has obviously passed) I have no idea what was on-tap for a meeting agenda or any form of entertainment or enlightenment. I’m sure it was a big surprise. But I hope most of you members came out to join in the festivities no matter what the leadership was throwing at us. As has been previously announced at our meetings for the past two months, the Tualatin Valley Shrine Club will NOT be meeting in June, July or August examiners criminal investigators, and military so enjoy your summer vacations. Our next event police. Our Club participates in the Shrine Parades will be our annual picnic at Cook Park in Tigard and drive the marked patrol vehicles. So walking at the same fine shelter as in years past and we is not a problem, you can ride in comfort, we look forward to another good turnout. The date is promise you won’t have to ride on hard back seats Wednesday, August 21st from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 (they have been replaced with softer ones). p.m.. So, mark that on your calendars right now. At the April meeting we had the pleasure of I have no idea what the bill-of-fare will be but I’m having Tom Chappelle, who is the Multnomah sure President Bill will come up with something County Medical Examiner Investigator and also in the way of a menu or plan. I have heard that the a Noble. His presentation was very informative Oriental Band will be joining us again this year and and enjoyable. His stories about the many they are always a fun group. As always, our ladies investigations and events that he and the M.E.’s should feel free to bring a “small” desert of your choosing. 4 Al Kader Oasis - June 2019 Our next business meeting will be at the Clatsop County Shrine Peppermill Restaurant in Aloha on Wednesday, by Noble Terry Griffith September 18th at 6:00 p.m., but come early for some social time. If anything changes between Clatsop County residents celebrated more on now and then I’ll let you know by mail, email or April 15th than income tax deadline. This date phone call. will forever be remembered by many as the 2019 Shrine All-Star Players’ and Coaches’ Banquet Enjoy your summer. honoring three of Clatsop County’s finest athletes and graduating senior high school students. Concert Band Honored were 2019 Shrine All-Star Football by Noble Jeff Zimmerman Players; Henry Samuelson, Astoria High School; Alexander Teubuer, Seaside High School; and Summer in the great Pacific Northwest! It just Travis Fenton, Seaside High School. These west reaffirms why we live in this part of the country team all-star football players were selected from – there is so much to be enjoyed and shared all among the graduating senior football players in around us. We are well into our parade season roughly half of Oregon’s 4A, 3A, 2A and 1A high and the weather has treated us gently. We’ve all schools in Oregon as the west team’s 30 player enjoyed having good times with our Shrine-Mason roster and 30 alternate player roster. family on the streets of communities across Northwest Oregon. Soon we’ll be spreading our On August 3rd, the west all star team will compete good cheer further across our territory as we against the east all star team in Oregon’s 66th focus attention on “Shrine’s greatest philanthropy” Annual Shriners Hospital Oregon East-West All- nearly to our state’s eastern border through more Star Football Game in Baker City, Oregon. The parades and community celebrations. game will be televised on ROOT Sports Network. The Concert Band has recently entertained The well-attended banquet, hosted by Clatsop the residents and staff at the Jennings-McCall County Shrine Club, was held in the Astoria Retirement Community in Forest Grove. We try Masonic Center with Noble Victor Kee, President to play there a couple times a year. Our audiences of Clatsop County Shrine Club acting as master of seem to greatly enjoy it and our band members ceremonies. always enjoy visiting with the folks there. Mr. Mike Tosch, a patient in the old Shriners The band will continue to stay busy through the Hospital on 82nd and Sandy Boulevard in Portland, summer as we look forward to parades in St. gave an inspiring speech about his experiences at Helens and Tillamook, then a concert in Sandy, Shriners Hospitals and how the care he received for Sandy Mountain Days, followed by “Shrine at Shriners Hospitals enhanced his life. West Team Weekend” in Baker City and Run For A Child in Head Coach, Chris Bennet, Neah-Kah-Nie High Bend, and of course the Al Kader Family Picnic at School Football Coach, recalled his experience as Oaks Park. The summer has started off great and a player from Neah-Kah-Nie High School in the looks like it will continue to Let the Good Times East-West All-Star Game in 1999. Roll. Little did Chris know back in 1999 that in twenty I would be remiss if I didn’t remind you that the years he would be coaching the west team in the Concert Band is always looking for players to help 66th annual Shriners Hospital Oregon East-West support our cause. Anyone that plays, or used to All-Star Football Game. play a standard band instrument is encouraged to give us a try. It doesn’t matter how long it’s been since you played, we will help you get back into it and have fun with us. And this invitation is open to the Ladies, relatives of Shriners, and friends. If the Noble in the family is busy with his unit or club, maybe his lady would enjoy getting re-acquainted with that high school or college musical outlet that brought so much joy back then – it can be joyous again. Give it a try. Fine for now.

Al Kader Oasis - June 2019 5 Forget Me Nots Greeters by Barbara Hammer by Noble Don Slezak Well, we had another awesome luncheon on April The next Greeter meeting will be July 30, 2019 at 24th – this time at McGrath’s Fish House. We were 6 pm at the Shrine Center. By now the sponsors honored to have I.S. Todd Weedman to host us for should be pretty much in place. Don’t stop looking lunch. We had twelve ladies and one gentleman for more sponsors. There is always room for more. present. As always, the food was delicious. Now you can concentrate on getting players. 144 players is the number we are shooting for. Take After lunch IS Todd talked about all that was going sign-up sheets and go to your blue lodge meeting on at the Shrine Center, reminded us to not forget and sign-up golfers. Go to your neighbors. Team the Potentate’s Ball May 18th. We plan to take him up with your kids or grandkids or your wife or on that advice and put together a table of Forget girlfriend or all of the above if your brave enough. Me Nots for the Ball. He also reminded us that the It would be nice to have a full field no matter how parade season is upon us. 4th of July is in Canby! we get it. We want to welcome back Donna Watson to our Looking at the flyer for the golf tournament there luncheon. Since we meet throughout the metro are some major changes that need to be made. area we get to see new faces as we visit different When I added that Lunch is catered by Busters neighborhoods. This is a great way to try a variety BBQ, I noticed some other problems. The Shotgun of lunch spots and to meet new people (and some start is at 9:00 a.m. and we probably should start old friends too). the Registration at 8 a.m. instead of 8:30. New Our last luncheon was on May 22, 2019 at Bugatti’s sheets are being reprinted so get a correct one in Oregon City. Next, we will enjoy our summer next week and replace the ones that are out there. activities and meet again on September 25th at Lil’ Other activities to keep in mind; Live at the Shrine Cooperstown in West Linn. All Shrine widows are Dance Night Night is June 9th. The stated meeting welcome. is June 24th. The Shriners Cup Race at the Willamette Speedway is July 13th. You will get in Patrol free if you wear your fez. by Noble Lou Westwick The Starlight Parade is June 1st. There is always Patrol is looking into different ways of displaying room on the people if you want to attend. the 9 Shrine flags on our “people hauler.” With the continuing downturn in age of our members Keep up the good work of getting players and getting older and some with medical problems we sponsors! are down to or 4 flags carries for parades. We are working with different ideas and the look of Patrol Nydia Temple No. 4 might change a little this parade season. Hopefully by Past Queen Judy Smith the new look will help. Sunday, April 28th, Portland Shriner’s Hospital for Children honored all hospital volunteers at a Nautical Themed Dinner and Awards Ceremony.

6 Al Kader Oasis - June 2019 Many received pins and certificates reflecting Columbia County Shrine Club their years and hours of service as hospital by Noble Ron Ellenson volunteers. Several ladies from Nydia Temple, including Queen Kathy received accolades for A small group of CCSC members met after our their service, some for thousands of hours of monthly breakfast to discuss our participation time served. The evening ended with volunteer in the annual Kiwanis community parade down coordinator Raquel announcing the name of the Columbia Blvd. in St Helens, to be held on Volunteer of the Year. Saturday, June 18th. This year’s event marks St Helens 130th birthday, and promises to be a crowd This volunteer has given many hours of time and pleaser. effort to the hospital through her work with the Sewing Committee, the holiday tree decorating, We have been asked to be the staging area and the Al Kader Hospital Support Club. Our for a voluntary military band from Vancouver own Princess Chaplain, Sherry Hevland was prior to the parade, and a greeting area for the announced as the Portland Shriner’s Hospital approximately 30 member group. They will join us VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR! at our lunch to share ‘war’ stories and exchange acquaintances. Oriental Band by Noble Kevan Snyder The buffet lunch prepared by our own in-house chef, Noble Casey Garret and helpers, will feature The OB appeared at the Ceremonial at The a picnic style menu. A donation of $8.00 each will Scottish Rite, on April 13th. Many of the Ladies cover the fare, and all club members, Al Kader took advantage of a planned excursion. Dinner, Shriners and ladies, as well as parade participants and the bar were hosted and parking was are invited. Nobel Casey always prepares a convenient. delicious menu for the affair. The previous “Live @ the Shrine” was a beautiful The club will be dark until the September meeting, event with low attendance. Another “Live @ the but the officers will keep tabs on the goings-on Shrine” featured singer Pattie George. It was held to guarantee we remain current on our building Sunday, May 12th. The cost was $10. The John upkeep and business affairs. Bennett Dance Band includes; John on the piano, Wayne on the cornet and trombone, Dave on the We wish to again thank Noble Casey and crew guitar, Laird on the reeds and flute, Dave on the for their efforts to make certain the vending bass, and Jack on drums. machines in the County Courthouse are stocked, and receipts tabulated for treasurer Noble Henry The OB is preparing for our trip to Nashville. We Heimuller. This project continues to be a rather anticipate a tour of the Jack Danial’s Distillery. small source of revenue for our treasury, but is still important to the club. The future of the OB is secure. We have a great potential slate of officers for the next 5 ½ years. The Al Kader elected Divan together with several We have always had a prestigious cymbal section, Nobles and ladies will attend this year’s Imperial with 3 Past Potentates and a Past Grand Master. Session in The Music City of Nashville. Imperial These Past Potentates have agreed to shore up the Sir Jim Cain has had a very successful year as band officer positions for the foreseeable future. Imp. Sir, and we wish him well with his future positions in the Fraternity. MISS Dolly, to be sure, Our first parade of the year was The Dalles parade. will entertain everyone, at least in spirit, during It was windy, but wonderful. the activities. A record number of participants Our next parade was Newport. We had 19 of us will be represented at the Marketplace during the on the float, and 33 at The Chowder Bowl, on seminar, which will add a lot of depth to this year’s Friday and about 40 at a BBQ after the Parade. meetings. Our thanks to Jim and Cynthia Connor for their site and all their work. Our thanks also to Herb for Our next stated meeting is scheduled for Saturday, dragging the float to Newport and all those who September 7th, but our monthly breakfast will helped with the delicious food. continue through the summer. All Shriners, together with their families and friends, as well as It is always a treat to watch The Oriental Band the community is urged to support this project. We work together to make every event special. appreciate your participation.

Al Kader Oasis - June 2019 7 8 Al Kader Oasis - June 2019 The Dalles and Newport Parades

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74th Annual A Fun Day of golf With Great Prizes for Friends and Supporters Men and Women! Al Kader Shriners of Al Kader Shriners! Golf Tournament

 Registration begins at 8:30 A.M.  Shotgun Start at 9:30 A.M. Scramble Format  Lunch to Follow

$90.00 Per Player $360.00 Per Team

Oregon City Golf Club

Registration form available at 20124 S. Beavercreek Rd. www.alkadershriners.org Oregon City, OR Fax to 503-685-5080 Email: [email protected] Net proceeds are for the benefit of Al Kader Shriners. Sponsor Fee is not deductible as a charitable contribution. Call 503-682-4420

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Scramble Format Shotgun Start – 9:30 AM Oregon City Golf Course 20124 S. Beavercreek Road, Oregon City

Limited to first 144 players – 36 Teams

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Submit your entry by E-mail: [email protected] Fax 503-685-5080 or mail your entry to: Entry fee includes : Al Kader Shrine Center 18 holes of golf Net proceeds are for the 25100 SW Parkway Ave Cart benefit of Al Kader Shriners. Wilsonville, OR 97070-9600 2 drink tickets Fee is not deductible as a Lunch charitable contribution Phone 503-682-4420 Raffle tickets Prizes awarded for Low Gross, KP’s and Long Drives.

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BE A SPONSOR FOR THE 74th ANNUAL

AL KADER SHRINE GOLF TOURNAMENT

PLATINUM SPONSOR - $1,000.00 Entitles you to a large advertising banner displayed at the course. You will also receive a quarter page ad in 12 issues of the Al Kader Oasis within the next year. You provide the ad copy. This is a $960.00 value if purchased separately. The oasis has a monthly circulation of over 2,000. You will receive a plaque to display at your business. You get 4 complimentary players plus Program and Oasis acknowledgement.

GOLD SPONSOR - $750.00 Entitles you to a banner, 6 quarter page ads, a plaque, 2 complimentary players, a Program and Oasis acknowledgement.

SILVER SPONSOR - $500.00 Entitles you to 3 quarter page ads, 1 complimentary player, Program and Oasis acknowledgement.

BRONZE SPONSOR - $300.00 Entitles you to provide advertising material, tee sign, Program and Oasis acknowledgement.

HOLE SPONSOR - $150.00 Entitles you to a sign by the tee on the hole of your choice, Program and Oasis acknowledgement.

SPONSORSSHIP LEVEL ______

NAME ______

ADDRESS ______

CITY ______STATE ______ZIP______

PHONE ______EMAIL ______

BUSINESS NAME ______OR SHRINE UNIT ______

CC# ______EXP. ______CVV: ______

PLEASE MAKE YOUR CHECKS PAYABLE TO: AL KADER SHRINERS GOLF TOURNAMENT

25100 SW PARKWAY AVE. WILSONVILLE, OR 97070 503-682-4420 FAX 503-685-5080

EMAIL: [email protected]

NET PROCEEDS ARE FOR THE BENEFIT OF AL KADER SHRINE.

THE SPONSOR FEE IS NOT DEDUCTIBLE AS A CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION

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This year, there are limited rooms at the Sunridge hotel, now Quality Inn. If you would like to make a hotel reservation, Please do so as soon as possible. Call the Al Kader Shrine Office 503-682-4420

Parade & Game day, Saturday August 3, 2019 at Bulldog Stadium

OFFICE USE ONLY: AL KADER – HILLAH – EL KORAH – EL KATIF

ROOM # ______

th 67 ANNUAL OREGON BUILDING # ______

EAST-WEST ALL- STAR SHRINE FOOTBALL GAME

August 3, 2019

BULLDOG STADIUM, BAKER CITY OREGON

Al Kader will be responsible for all room reservations at the Best Western Sunridge Inn. Reservations will be placed in the order that they are received. You will receive a confirmation From the Al Kader recorder a week before the event.

Date of Reservation: ______

Name ______Title/Unit/Club ______

Additional Occupants Name ______Telephone No. ______

Mailing Address: ______

Type of Room (Circle Choice): Handicapped Accessible Queen Double Queens

King No Stairs Special Requests/Special Needs or Comments:

______

Arrival Date: ______Departure Date: ______Approx. Expected Time of Arrival: ______

I, ______hereby sign that all information on this form is accurate.

SPECIAL NOTE: We would appreciate all travelers with motor homes, campers, trailers, etc., to make their own reservations and arrangements. Please advise the Recorder where you are staying, as we may need to contact you during your stay in Baker City.

I will make my own reservation and notify the Recorder’s Office where I am staying:

Location: ______Phone No.______

Nobles Signature: ______

Mail this form to: Al Kader Shrine Center Attn: East West Hotel Reservations 25100 SW Parkway Ave. Wilsonville, OR 97070 503-682-4420, Fax 503-685-5080 or Email: [email protected]

Al Kader Oasis - June 2019 13 June Birthdays!

Orval K Jacques 6/1 Daniel L Meeks 6/11 Charles R Kirby 6/22 Jay R Johnson 6/1 Gregory K Johnson 6/13 Dave Steele 6/22 Douglas S Hess 6/1 Chuck E Anderson Sr 6/13 Jeremy M Smith 6/22 Sherman N Weisgerber 6/1 Brian Williams 6/13 Robert A Burleson P.P. 6/23 Richard C Southard 6/1 Roger A Phelps 6/14 William E O’Neill 6/23 Gibson M Morrison 6/1 Frederick D Parker 6/14 Daniel F Harmon 6/23 Duane F Cartwright 6/2 Jerry Solis 6/14 Linn A Crader 6/23 Leland R Sams 6/3 John S Fox 6/14 George W Beringer 6/24 David I Munson 6/3 Kelsy G Sullivan 6/14 Preston W Callicott 6/24 Leo A Deg 6/4 Larry W Philbrick 6/15 Grant H McCulloch 6/25 Cleon M Cox III 6/4 Carson Bailey II 6/15 Clinton T Cantrell P.P. 6/25 Jack A Baker 6/5 Craig R Whipple 6/15 Timber J Webber 6/25 Robert M Burns 6/5 Kelly C Nobles 6/15 J R Strong 6/26 John W Thomas 6/6 Warren F Cook 6/16 Henry B Heimuller 6/26 Seth D Balcer 6/6 Phillip L Woodland 6/16 Brent C Ottmar 6 /26 Charles K Hull 6/7 Norman E Koch 6/17 Justin K Jones 6/26 William O Brown 6/7 Charles E Hofmann 6/17 Kenneth E Friedland 6/27 John A Welch 6/7 William L Hunt 6/18 James R Belshe 6/27 Hillard J Fortson 6/7 Mark W Allen 6/18 Zachary Blalack 6/27 Stanley M Mills 6/7 Robert J Fincham 6/19 James H Casper 6/28 James Q Johnson 6/8 Ivan Perrin 6/19 Johnny Edwards 6/28 Tony Taylor 6/8 Ronald M Ellenson 6/19 James L Apperson 6/29 William L Offutt 6/8 Walter F Wingate 6/19 Douglas C Poletti 6/29 Derek Louw 6/8 George L Dickie IV 6/19 Harold T Johnson 6/29 Shaman S Anderson 6/8 Joe D Young 6/20 Arnold H Schumann 6/30 Byron S Palm 6/9 Joseph C Harrison 6/20 William Newhouse P.P. 6/30 Gary R Scott 6/9 William C Korte 6/21 Lawrence L Judkins 6/30 Jon Waldum 6/9 Lowell P Cook 6/21 Robert D Beard 6/30 Spencer E Jubb 6/9 Del Doellefeld 6/21 Larry C Evey 6/30 Robert E Cole 6/10 Mark W Rasmussen 6/21 Frank W Pender Jr 6/30 Joseph I Smith 6/10 Earnest B Brookshire 6/22 I.S. Arthur J Hermanson 6/30 Dale L Breshears 6/11 T R Tobias 6/22 Tyler P Snyder 6/30 Gregory L O’Neal 6/11 Jerome R Nudelman 6/22

Nobles Visited by the Black Camel: Donald H Cameron 4/14/19 Robert M Lenneville 4/24/19

We do not lose the ones we love, They only go before. Where there is everlasting life, Where sorrow is no more. And there the soul will always live, And peace is everywhere. We do not lose the ones we love, God takes them in his care.

14 Al Kader Oasis - June 2019 LIVE @ the SHRINE” From the Potentate’s Desk Cont ... Marilyn Keller- Singing The Songs You Love This 3 Year Vibrant Vision is obtainable if we are all willing to She Joins The John Bennett Dance Band! take the first steps. With A Treasure Trove of Wonderful Musicians: 57 years ago, President Kennedy John Bennett piano - Wayne Travillion Cornet/T-bone gave inspiring words to one of the most audacious visions ever Laird Halling Reeds/Flute - Dave Johnson Guitar conceived – a vision which was ultimately accomplished, just as I Dave Duthie Bass - Jack Dawes Drums know ours can be: Sunday - June 9th “We choose to go to the Moon in this decade and do the other $10 Fund Raiser-----Downbeat 4p m things, not because they are easy, but because they are hard; because “Live @ The Shrine” that goal will serve to organize and Where Good Friends Gather to Visit, Listen & Dance measure the best of our energies and skills, because that challenge Beautiful Ballroom With Plenty of Free Parking is one that we are willing to accept, one we are unwilling to postpone, 25100 SW Parkway Ave., Wilsonville and one we intend to win, and the Right off I-5 Freeway at Exit #286 others, too.” JFK North of Elligsen Road @ the 76 Gas Station & Motel 6. Information? Call/Message: Earline @ 503-789-5608

SAVE THE DATE! Join us for our 2nd annual Walk & Roll for LOVE to support the Portland Shriners Hospital!

Sunday September 8th 8:00am - 11:30am

Al Kader Oasis - June 2019 15 List of Donors to the Transportation Fund in May

18karratgold.com Lamborn, Mark

Bierle, Linda Leone, Kane

Cain, Tammy Little Toy Company, Ltd.

Capizzo, Marie Lyons, Laurie

Cook, Gary Mohammed, Hasib

Hanson, Bradley OES, Euclid Chapter #70

Harris, Terry Romanik, Julie

Hatch, Forrest Terry, Jess

Holeva, JoAnne Whitemiller, Michael

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Tall Stack of Fluffy Pancakes - Classic Waffles 7:30 – 11:30 AM Sausage n’ Cream Gravy on Buttermilk Biscuits St. Helens Community Tasty Scrambled Eggs & Hash-Brown Potatoes Shrine Building Sausage Links & Crispy Bacon Strips 315 N. 18th Street Premium Coffee – Hot Teas – Orange Juice – 2% Milk St. Helens, OR Proceeds Benefit St. Helens Shrine Building and Restoration Fund June 1 and July 6

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Saturday, August 3rd ~ Geiser Pollman Park Baker City, Oregon

FAMILY EVENTS FROM 6:30am-3:30pm…

Famous Steak & Pancake Cowboy Breakfast 6:30am-10am ~ $10 & $7 “Hoofin’ It to Beef Fit” Run/Walk ~ 8am ~ $25-5K & $35-10K For more information, Contact Wendy Bingham (208)850-3803 Vendors 7am-3:30pm Yummy Lunch 12-3pm ~ BEEF Tri-Tip/$10 & BEEF Hot Dog/$5 Silent Auction Begins 8am & Ends 2:45pm

!!! 2 Shrine East-West Team Balls will be LIVE Auctioned 2:30pm !!! ~ See the Football Teams in the park @ 3pm! ~

Proceeds help us raise funds to purchase a steer at the Jr Livestock show for donation to the East-West Shrine All-Star Football game half-time auction supporting the Shriners Hospital for Children

Come meet the 2019 Shrine Steer!

Check-out and LIKE our event on Facebook… www.facebook.com/gridirontailgateandgrill Visit frequently through the summer for posted Auction Items and updates! PASS IT ON!!!

Items for silent auction welcome

Vendor Spaces Available-$25 Public & Businesses are welcome to participate!

Contact Mary Ellen Anderson 541.519.1224 ~or~ Carol Hummel 206.949.9672 Al Kader Oasis - June 2019 17 Please welcome Susan Jones to the Al Kader Office Staff. Susan will be working as receptionist and administrative Assistant for the Shrine office. She graduated from Oregon State University, and has worked in non-profit office setting for 11 years as well as business office settings for many years. Susan has also done Missionary work in the U.S. & Romania.

Having a passion for animals, Susan volunteers her time at The Oregon Humane Society, and loves to spend time with Her husband Bryan.

So if you see a new face in the office, stop by and introduce yourself!

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2019 Summer PNSA

Pacific Northwest Shrine Association Convention Hosted by Hillah Shriners FOR SALE

th th 4 Burial Plots in the Masonic Garden at July 24 to 27 Skyline Memorial Cemetery.

Al Kader Shrine TheCHANGE Mill Casino o fResort ADDRESS & RV Campground The Plots are listed for $7950.00NON each. PROFIT Will Shriners International ORGANIZATION HiNameghway ______101 & Tremont St. North Bend, Oregon sell for $6000.00 each and donateU.S. $1000.00POSTAGE Old Address ______to Portland Shriner’s hospital for eachPAID plot CityTo ______State access our Website ___ Zip for ______Information sold. For information please contactPERMIT Donna NO. 497 PORTLAND, OR NEW Address& o n______-line Registration go to: 25100 SWStuart Parkway at A [email protected] or Wilsonville, OR 97070-9600 City ______State ___ Zip ______541-903-1296. Dated Material Please Rush Please add Telephoneshrinerspnsa.org # ( ) ______

SEND THIS COUPON TO: Recorder, Al Kader Shrine Center 25100 SW Parkway Ave. Wilsonville, OR 97070-9600

Your Yearly dues for Al Kader have three components:

Current 2020 Increase-Yearly Temple Dues $69.00 Temple Dues $105.00 PC Imperial $30.00 PC Imperial Dues $30.00 PCM Hospital $5.00 PCM Hospital Dues $5.00 $104.00 $140.00

Each component has a separate life membership and can be Purchased individually.

Current Total Life Memberships 2020 Increase -Life Membership Temple Membership $1,380.00 PC Membership $900.00 Under 65 Years Life Membership PCM Membership $150.00 $2,430.00 Temple Life Membership $2,100.00 PC Life Membership (no change) $900.00 PCM Life Membership $150.00 Current Total Life Membership $3,150.00 over 65 Over 65 Life Membership Temple Dues $690.00 Temple Life Membership $1,500.00 PC Membership $900.00 PC Life Membership $900.00 PCM Membership $150.00 PCM Life Membership $150.00 $1,740.00 $2,550.00

Additionally:

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City: ______State: _____ Zip: ______Phone: ______

Credit Card: ______Expiration: ______Automatic charge between the 1st -5th of each month

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20 Al Kader Oasis - June 2019 PETITION FOR INITIATION & MEMBERSHIP AL KADER SHRINE - 2019

Shriners International 25100 SW Parkway Ave. Wilsonville, Or Office 503-682-4420 Fax 503-685-5080

Email: [email protected]

To the Illustrious Potentate, Officers and Members of Al Kader Shrine, Oasis of Wilsonville: I am a Master Mason in good standing in ______Lodge No. A. F. & A. M. and have been since (Date) ______Address ______City/State ______which is recognized by or in amity with the Conference of Grand Masters of North America. Furthermore, I have resided at my current address for not less than six months, as required by the Bylaws of the Imperial Council. I respectfully pray that I may be made a Noble of the Mystic Shrine, and become a member of Al Kader Shrine. If I be found worthy and my request granted, I promise to conform to the Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws of The Imperial Council and the Bylaws and ceremonials of your Al Kader Shrine. Have you previously applied for admission to any Shrine Center of the order? _____ Name? ______When? ______SIGNATURE ______DATE ______

CANDIDATE INFORMATION PRINT FULL NAME ______SPOUSE NAME ______RESIDENCE ______CITY ______STATE ______ZIP ______HOME PHONE (___) ______CELL (___) ______BUSINESS (___) ______EMAIL: ______HAT SIZE ______PROFESSION OR OCCUPATION ______BIRTHPLACE CITY ______STATE _____ DOB: MONTH ______DAY ______YEAR ______SPOUSE EMAIL: ______

Are you Sr DeMolay? ______Member of Scottish Rite? _____ York Rite ____ SPECIAL NOTE: PLEASE ATTACH A COPY OF YOUR CURRENT BLUE LODGE DUES CARD

This petition must be signed by two (2) Nobles in good standing in Al Kader Shrine Top line signer Noble ______Print Name ______Member # ______Second line signer Noble ______Print Name ______Member # ______

Involve yourself! Get active. Join a Shrine Club or Committee. If you are interested in any of the following, please make a mark next to the group you would like to learn more about.

Al Kader Brew Club ____ Calliope Corps ____ Caravaners (RV Club) ____ Classic Cars ____ Concert Band ____ Cyclowns ____ Desert Patrol ____ Emerald Patrol ____ Greeters ____ Golf Tournament ____ Hospital Guide ____ Hospital Support Club ____ Legion of Honor ____ Motor Escort ____ Oriental Band ____ Patrol ____ Ritualists _____ Shrine Club in my area _____ Shurtah (police club) ____

Initiation fees, in full, mus t accompany Petition. The special 50/50 fee is $50*. The first year’s dues may be prorated, b ased on date of initiation. *Cost of Fez not included.

New Velour Fez $175.00, Fez Case and Accessories $50.00. Some used fezzes available in select sizes for $20 Call the Shrine Office for details 503-682-4420. Total Fees for Initiation - Shrine Year 2018 $50 Ceremonials will will be be held held on on April 7, 2018 Total 50/50 Fees for Initiation $50.00– Total Fees for Shrine Year 2019 $104.00 Apriland October 13th and 27th, October 2018. 19th Anyone desiring to schedule additional Enclosed is payment in the amount of $ ______Check No. ______Cold Sands initiations, please contact The Recorder or Potentate Please charge my Credit Card No.______Exp ______For Office Use: Recorders Record: Elected ______Check $ ______Created ______Member No. ______

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Al Kader Oasis - June 2019 23 The OASIS - Al KaderAl K Shrineader Shrine CHANGE of ADDRESS NON PROFIT Shriners InternationalShriners International ORGANIZATION Name ______25100 SW Parkway Ave. U.S. POSTAGE Old Address ______Wilsonville, OR 97070-9600 PAID City ______State ___ Zip ______PERMIT NO. 497 PORTLAND, OR NEW Address ______25100 SW Parkway Ave Wilsonville, OR 97070-9600 City ______State ___ Zip ______Dated Material Please Rush Please add Telephone # ( ) ______SEND THIS COUPON TO: Recorder, Al Kader Shrine Center 25100 SW Parkway Ave. Wilsonville, OR 97070-9600

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