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February 2016

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164 Years of Scottish Rite Masonry in Pittsburgh

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he men and organizations pictured to the right are those who have made a $10,000T or more commitment to support the Valley of Pittsburgh Children’s Dyslexia Center Endowment Fund. As Freemasons, we have always been Robert & Janice Emery & Carol David & Carol Robert & Jacqueline Jeff & Susan benevolent and charitable. For Scottish Rite Amend Anden Bagaley Beatty Biddle Masons, our Charity is to teach children with dyslexia how to read. It is important in giving them social confidence. The teaching method is the Orton-Gilling- ham program. It is a one tutor –one student ratio. This method is very expensive but extremely effective. It costs approximately $5,000 a year for each child. Our goal is to Raymond & Lynn Fred & Kathy Robert Eckbreth James Ecker & James & Ellen raise $2,500,000 to endow the Children’s Dietz Donatelli Donna Murtha Flanigan Dyslexia Center for the future. To make it easier to make this commitment, you can spread out your $10,000 donation over a ten year period. Call Bro. Ray Dietz, 33°, at 412-369-9500 for information. The future of our children is our most important mission. I encourage each of you to have your picture on this page and be a BUILDER of this Masonic benevolence. Leland A. Hale, Jr. Jeff & Lauren Raymond & Dorothy James & Lisa Robert & P.J. Your donation is tax-deductible. Heiger James Jenkins Jones Thomas K. Sturgeon, 33° Deputy for Pennsylvania

Builders Council Enrollment Form I pledge the sum of: $10,000 $15,000 Frank R. Mangery Jack Marsh John & Judy Roy & Sara Jane Jay & Joanne $20,000 $25,000 McCombs McCullough McElravy With payments in equal installments over a period of: 3 years 5 years 10 years. This pledge will be payable: Annually Semi-annually Quarterly *Monthly *Monthly payments may be made only by credit card. First payment of $ is enclosed. Deduct my pledge from my credit card when due: Ronald & Karen D. William Roberts Bruce A. Robinson Richard & Bette Don & Ginny MasterCard Visa American Express Plesh Rodibaugh Sauer Discover Other . Number Exp. date Name you would prefer in recognition:

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Address Homestead Amity City State Zip Lodge Washington Infinity Lodge Valley McCandles Ph. ( ) Date No. 45 Lodge No. 164 No. 546 of Lodge No. 582 Mail to: Builders Council, 3579 Masonic Way, Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, PA 15237-2700. F. & A.M. F. & A.M. F. & A.M. F. & A.M. toBB readuu –i oneill childdde eat arr time!ss CCoouunncciill

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Mark & Patty George H. Cox Rick & Reneé James & Eda Mario & Linda Bill & Heather GROW! Bliler Cross Dean DeBlasio Dickey Make a Pledge or a Donation! GOAL: $2,500,000

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2,375,000 Howard & Sharon Donald & Debra Wallace & Leah Eric & Raylene Harvey & Carol John & Ruth Flynn Green Grossett Gumto Gumto Habel 90% 2,300,000

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Paul & Penny Paul & Jackie David & Sandy David & Judy John Kovac William & Babara 70% 1,750,000 Kappel Kauffman Kearns Kielman Magnotti, Jr. 1,625,000

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50% 1,250,000 Glenn & Mary Dr. Glenn & Roberta Jack & Carol Donald & Barbara John & Valerie Raymond & Joy Miller Miller Miller Murphy Nicklas Nicklas 1,125,000

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Joseph A Schrock, Jr. James W. Seel William Shaw William Slater II Samuel & Judy Thomas & Joan 625,000 Spanos Sturgeon 20% 500,000 Oakdale 30th Chartiers Lodge No.669 375,000 In Memory of Masonic Lodge No. 297 W. Robert & 0% 250,000 District F. & A.M. Marion Jones

James & Annetta James & Jill Jeff & Sharon West West Wonderling GOAL $2,500,000 *RECEIVED *from donations, bequests, Pittsburgh Valley Supreme Unified pledges & fund raisers. Valley of Commandery Council Group “We make a living by what of Pittsburgh No. 1 Lodge No. 2 Valley of we get, but we make a life Legion of Knights by what we give.” Uniontown Pittsburgh IOOF Honor Templar – Bro. Winston Churchill H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H Valley of Pittsburgh Officers St. Valentine’s Day - A Day of Love! he history of Valentine’s Day were discovered, Claudius ordered and the story of its patron saint that he be put to death. is shroudedT in mystery. We do know Other stories suggest that Valentine that February has long been cele- may have been killed for attempting to brated as a month of romance, and help Christians escape harsh Roman that St. Valentine’s Day, as we know prisons, where they were often beaten it today, contains vestiges of both and tortured. Christian and ancient Roman According to one legend, an GOURGAS LODGE OF PERFECTION 14° tradition. imprisoned Valentine actually Robert B. Ruff, 32° ...... Thrice Potent Master But who was Saint Valentine, sent the first “valentine” greeting Sam H. Jessee, 32° ...... Deputy Master and how did he become associ- himself after he fell in love with Shawn P. Lang, 32° ...... Senior Warden Brian T. Wilding, 32° ...... Junior Warden ated with this ancient rite? a young girl – possibly his Branden T. Plesh, 32° ...... Orator The Catholic Church recognizes at jailor’s daughter – who visited him Zack S. Morgans, 32° ...... Master of Ceremonies least three different saints named during his confinement. Before his Jeffrey R. Jones, 32°...... Guard Valentine or Valentinus, all of whom death, it is alleged that he wrote her a PENNSYLVANIA COUNCIL, PRINCES OF JERUSALEM 16° were martyred. One legend contends letter signed “From your Valentine,” an Larry D. Horath, 32° ...... Sovereign Prince William J. Wiker, 32° ...... High Priest that Valentine was a priest who served expression that is still in use today. Erastus Z. Allen, 32° ...... Senior Warden during the third century in Rome. Although the truth behind the Valen- Joseph G. Whitaker, 32° ...... Junior Warden When Emperor Claudius II decided tine legends is murky, the stories all Robert M. Polander, 32° ...... Master of Ceremonies that single men made better soldiers emphasize his appeal as a sympa- Charles H. King, 32° ...... Master of Entrances than those with wives and families, he thetic, heroic and – most importantly – PITTSBURGH CHAPTER OF ROSE CROIX 18° Rodney E. Boyce, 33° ...... Most Wise Master outlawed marriage for young men. romantic figure. By the Middle Ages, Robert B. Malwitz, 32° ...... Senior Warden Valentine, realizing the injustice of the perhaps thanks to this reputation, James C. Mayes, 32° ...... Junior Warden decree, defied Claudius and continued Valentine would become one of the Joshua S. Freeman, 32° ...... Orator to perform marriages for young lovers most popular saints in England and Charles J. Anthony, 32° ...... Master of Ceremonies v David B. Firda, 32° ...... Guard in secret. When Valentine’s actions France. PENNSYLVANIA CONSISTORY 32° Donald W. Boehm, 33°...... Commander-in-Chief David W. Morgans, 33° ...... 1st. Lt. Commander A New Communication Service Jeffrey M. Wonderling, 33° ...... 2nd Lt. Commander David L. Moore, 32° ...... Orator Joshua L. Miller, 32° ...... Chancellor Rite News On-Line Edition Mitchell D. Goldstein, 32° ...... Master of Ceremonies Richard H. Kucera, 32° ...... Engineer & Seneschal Eric S. Teasdale, 32° ...... Standard Bearer D. Wiliam Roberts, 33°, Editor Matthew A. Boice, 32° ...... Guard

ecognizing the need for more coming up on October 29, this 2nd communication with the mem- edition is concentrating on providing bership,R an On-Line Edition of the Rite information to our members and News will be posted on the Valley web candidates about participating in the site between times the printed Rite ‘Day of Opportunity’ of a lifetime. The Rite News News is mailed to your homes. This That information will also be in- will be an on-line edition only and will cluded in our March printed edition. On-Line Edition No. 2 February 2016 not be mailed. However, some articles The on-line edition will be emailed D. William Roberts, 33°, Editor and pictures will be carried over to the to all Lodge Secretaries in Western [email protected] - 412-683-0359 printed edition as well. Pennsylvania Regions 4 and 5. D. Todd Ballenger, 33° ...... Features More and more of our members are Future on-line editions will be Dr. Glenn D. Miller, II, 33° ...... Columnist becoming computer oriented, and the scheduled in those months when a Rev. John M. Piper, 33° ...... Columnist P.J. Roup, 33° ...... Columnist Valley schedules activities and events, regular Rite News is not scheduled. Austin R. Shifrin, 32° ...... Columnist at times, that the Rite News cannot be If you have not provided your Jeffrey M. Wonderling, 33° ...... Columnist used to promote those activities and email address to the office, simply Mark E. Bliler, 33° ...... Proof Reader events – now our members can go to drop us an email to: William D. Johnston, 33° ...... Proof Reader the web site: [email protected] Robert J. Binnie, 32° ...... Photographer www.valleyofpittsburgh.org to be added to our email contact list. The Rite News magazine is the official publication of the Valley of Pittsburgh, AASR, District of Pennsylvania, Northern Masonic for up-to-date information. Office phone: 412-939-3579 – Jurisdiction, USA. Not only will the On-Line Edition Toll free: 877-726-8748. Opinions expressed are those of the author(s). carry up-to-date activity and event I hope to see you on March 12 at Information is obtained from correspondence, press releases, information, it will, from time to time, the Welcome to Spring / St. Patrick’s Masonic publications and miscellaneous sources, which in carry additional interesting articles Party and if you have questions, feel many cases, cannot be verified. v Copyright© 2016, Valley of Pittsburgh, 3579 Masonic Way, from our talented writing staff. free to call 412-576-5856. Pittsburgh, PA 15237-2700. With the Special One-Day Class February 2016 The Rite News On Line Page 4. H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H

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MEMBERONLY join us Becoming a Master Mason for an evening Jeffrey M. Wonderling, 33° Valley Membership Chairman to celebrate the

rother Raymond T. Dietz, 33°, you in becoming a better man and a Right Worshipful Grand better Mason. MasterB of Pennsylvania and Brother For me Masonry has always been Thomas K. Sturgeon, 33°, Deputy about the relationships I have forged for Pennsylvania, have joined forces and fond memories of truly great men. in planning a rare One Day Masonic You may find yourself sitting next to a Opportunity whereby a man can carpenter, attorney, doctor, or student. become a Master Mason and a Men and women with a myriad of life Scottish Rite Mason in one day. experiences that are shared during The Grand Master is continuing our time together – experiences that in the use of the “Selective Invitation just may give you a different perspec- Scottish Brochures” which you may give to a tive on life that can’t help but broaden friend that you feel meets our mem- your intellect. Rite bership criteria. Remember, the key But, the most important benefit of word is “Selective”. Therefore, it is all is the fraternal component of help- critical that we choose potential ing each other – which is the real members wisely. reason for the organization. Not only There are several innovative do we help each other grow but we Thursday, changes from the previous events. help each other in daily needs and February 4, 2016 The Grand Master has instituted two wants. Need a product or service or a STATED MEETING programs to recognize your efforts to helping hand? There is a Brother introduce someone to Freemasonry. ready to help if he can. The 1st line signer on a petition will I have complete confidence that I Dinner @ 6PM receive a Masonic Necktie which he could get help with anything that may a traditional Scottish meal has designed. There are four differ- arise in my life. I do business with a ent colors available so four petitions Brother to support him and his family. Stated Meeting @ 7PM will get the 1st line signer all four I do not expect a discount but am con- featuring a special program colors. fident that a Brother will give me an There is also a membership honest, fair, and quality product or Entertainment @ 8PM incentive program whereby the 1st service. In return, I will indeed go out Dessert will be served immediately line signer on each petition will be of my way to serve a Brother Master after the performance credited 60 points toward merchan- Mason because when I knelt at that dise found in the online catalog you altar 22 years ago I said I would. will find at www.pamasons.com. By joining the Scottish Rite of entertainment by the There are many quality items to Freemasonry, you greatly increase choose from and the recipient may your fraternal circle. And, during this use the points as he receives them One Day Rare Opportunity of becom- Seton Hill University or accumulate them toward a larger ing a Master Mason, 3° and a Scottish purchase. Rite Mason, 32° in One Day is that Pipe Band Born from immense respect and the Scottish Rite degrees are FREE! gratitude for our Veterans the Grand The date is October 29, 2016 at This event is open to members only. Master is reducing the Grand Lodge Soldiers & Sailors Hall. Call 412-939-3579 for dinner reservations. fees by $50 and the Lodge fees by Complete details begin on page 9. Dinner cost is $10. Dinner reservations $50, a total savings of $100. Any “Foot to Foot” must be made by January 29, 2016. active or Honorably Discharged Military Personnel are eligible to take Editor’s Note: advantage of this wonderful benefit. Brother Wonderling was installed as I have found that membership in the Junior Grand Warden of the Grand the Masonic Fraternity has so many Lodge of Pennsylvania on December The Pittsburgh Chapter of Rose Croix will benefits. Life lessons are taught in 28, 2015 at the David L. Lawrence preside at the February 2016 Stated Meeting. the Degrees when you enter the Convention Center in Pittsburgh. Ill. Rodney E. Boyce, 33°, Most Wise Master organization. If you pay attention We wish him well as he proceeds you will soon find a template to guide through the Grand Lodge chairs.

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2 BIG FEBRUARY You Missed Three Words by Donald W. Boehm, 33° SPECIAL EVENTS bout 15 years ago I what is the greater priority traveled to a local in conferring degrees, Lodge,A (which shall remain getting all the words letter nameless) to confer a First perfect, to satisfy the Past Degree on a good friend of Masters and achieve an mine. advancement standard, or SUPERBOWL PARTY The Worshipful Master, inspiring the candidate to also a good friend, eagerly live his life by the beautiful Sunday, February 7, 2016 accepted my offer to per- principles that define our A Tailgate Party starts form the work, and being a fraternity? I vote for the Make up a Party at 4:00 p.m. at the subsequent recipient of the Century latter, but some would disagree with Club award for conferring over 100 me. and join us for Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Center featuring Lodge degrees, I was confident on I have witnessed letter perfect Super Bowl 50 our “Master Chef” Don doing a good job. degrees, done with a most monoto- Murphy’s famous hot I completed the degree with no nous, unemotional and dry delivery, dogs, hamburgers, “prompts” or “hesitations”, and but the important thing is, no words salads, desserts and received the usual congratulations are missed! Do you think a candi- beverages. from the attending brothers, date knows if any words are although most Lodges give these missed? Do you think a candidate After the ‘dinner party’ compliments no matter how good cares if any words are missed? sit back, relax, have a or bad the presentation. Most likely, he is scared to death beer, and enjoy the 50th As the meeting adjourned, a Past and happy the degree is over. So exciting NFL Superbowl Master who I had never met walked here is the $64,000 question. Is a on the BIG, BIG, BIG Cost? Only $5.00 up to me and said…”YOU MISSED dry, unemotional and monotonous (9’ x 12’) TV screen. THREE WORDS”, which took me degree experience done letter Family and Friends are invited to join you. aback. I thought for a moment, and perfect (in any Masonic organiza- Please RSVP to the Valley Office: 412-939-3579. should have replied “YOU ARE tion) going to inspire a candidate to WELCOME” for ME spending MY be an active and vibrant member, or Sponsored by the Valley of Pittsburgh and the Grotto time and traveling to YOUR Lodge turn him into an inactive and future to confer a degree on YOUR candi- suspended member? date and alleviating the work load I believe there is a proper “Flow on YOUR officers. But instead, I chart” when conferring degrees, NASCAR NEXTEL CUP tactfully asked “Which 3 words”? which has the words formulated in He couldn’t remember, but assured the brain, travel to the heart, then me I had 3 wrong words. flow from the lips, which has always I have heard this statement many worked well for me. The direct times in my 41 Masonic years, even brain to lips method might work, in my own Lodge, and understand and then again, might not. Remem- the importance of getting all the ber also, that no one will remember words right in the “word of mouth” a great degree, but everyonev will system of learning the work. But remember a bad one.

Sunday, February 21, 2016 Doors open at 12:30 p.m. FOX TV broadcast begins at 1:00 p.m. on the (9’ x 12’) TV screen in Grand Lodge Annual the Grotto room at the Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Installation Pictures Center. H H H A montage of photos of Refreshments 50/50 Cards the installation of Brother Call 412-939-3579 for reservations. Raymond T. Dietz, 33° as Grand Master of Masons (for members) Cost? Only $5.00 in Pennsylvania will appear in FREE TO POTENTIAL SCOTTISH RITE MASONS the March printed edition of Sponsored by the Valley of Pittsburgh and the Grotto The Rite News

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Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Center - 20th Anniversary

he Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Stuckrath Lodge No. 318, Dallas Lodge Center is celebrating its 20th year No. 231, Corinthian Lodge No. 573, Annual Flower and BirthdayT during 2016. Franklin/St. John/Trinity Lodge No. 221, The Grand Opening of the Masonic Chartiers Valley Lodge No. 725, Zerubba- Spring Candy Sale Center was held on April 26, 1996 with bel / Duquesne Chapter No. 162, United Benefits the Children’s Dyslexia Center the Stated Meeting of Lodge 45 - the first States Premiere Conclave, Red Cross of To order Flowers: Phone or email the event to be held in the new facility. Constantine, Mt. Moriah Council No. 2, Center for an order form. 412-931-3181 The first Scottish Rite Stated Meeting Pittsburgh Commandry No. 1, Islam We will try to accommodate special was held on June 6, 1996 and the first Grotto, M.O.V.P.E.R., Roland C. Fisher flower requests, if that flower is available Valley Reunion Class followed on Novem- Mark Lodge No. 401, Golden Triangle from our vendor. ber 15, and 16 of 1996. York Rite College No. 32. On May 3, 1997, Grand Master Edward Ground Breaking Ceremonies were To order Candy: Phone or email the O. Wisser, 33°, dedicated the three Lodge held on September 21, 1994, with Brother Center for an order form. 412-931-3181 Rooms. George H. Hohenshildt, 33°, Presiding. Orders for Easter delivery will be due Two Grand Masters were installed at Brother Hohenshildt also presided at on Monday, February 29. Orders for the Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Center. the Capstone laying ceremony on Passover or Mother’s Day will be due on Brother James L. Ernette, 33°, was October 9, 1995. Monday, April 4. installed as the 112th Grand Master of The facility, located in the North Hills Masons in Pennsylvania on St. John’s area of Greater Pittsburgh, is available for [email protected] Day, December 27, 1997 and Brother various public events and private parties. William Slater II was installed as the 115th For booking information, please call Grand Master on December 27, 2003. the Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Center The Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Center offices at 412-931-1996 or by email: v is home to 13 other Masonic Bodies: [email protected]. In addition to Lodge 45 – McKinley / Web: www.pghmasoniccenter.com

February 2016 The Rite News On Line Page 7. H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H Scottish Rite Charities of the Degree System Supreme Council G 1Happy0 Birthday0 1916 - 2016 he symbols above describe the Walter L. Sykes, 33° Tfour major programs of the Scottish Rite Supreme Council Charities. 1. The microscope depicts the over he Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite 50-year old effort of the Schizophrenia Tof Freemasonry has a ritual system Research Program, which is the largest of 33 degrees classified as follows: privately funded effort of its type in the 1°- 3° Symbolic Degrees nation. Conferred in a Symbolic or “Blue’’ Lodge 2. The lamp of knowledge draws 4° - 14° Ineffable Degrees attention to the Abbott Scholarships Conferred in a Lodge of Perfection annual awards. 15° - 16° Historical Degrees 3. The double-eagle and flag portray Conferred in a Council, Princes of Jerusalem the Scottish Rite Masonic Museum of 17° - 18° Philosophical Degrees Our National Heritage in Lexington, Conferred in a Chapter of Rose Croix Massachuttes, as it contributes to the Congratulations Walter! 19° - 32° Traditional and Chivalric Degrees greater understanding and appreciation of our nation’s patriotic values. Conferred in a Consistory rother Walter Louis Sykes, 33°, 33° - Sovereign Grand Inspector General B 4. The teddy bears and boy reading celebrated his 100th Birthday on Conferred by the Supreme Council upon Wednesday, January 13. reminds us of the newest charity, Freemasons of the 32° in recognition of He was made a Mason on September Children’s Dyslexia Centers, which were distinguished Masonic or public service. 14, 1937 - passed on October 17, 1937 established in 1994 to provide dyslexic By invitation only. Cannot be applied for. and raised to the Sublime Degree of children with specialized one-on-one Master Mason on November 15, 1937 in tutoring to enable them to cope with “As you participate in the Scottish Rite, Chartiers Lodge No. 297, in Canonsburg, their deficit in reading and writing. hopefully you will keep the lessons PA, where he served as Worshipful When you see these symbols, you taught in these degrees accessible in Master in 1946. know that 32° Scottish Rite Masons are v your mind, as they are intended to He joined the Valley of Pittsburgh in at work improving the quality of life. expand your understanding of 1948, and served as Thrice Potent Master For further information about the four Freemasonry by connecting certain of the Gourgas Lodge of Perfection in Supreme Council Charities, visit the basic principles to your actions in 1976. He was coronated a thirty-third Valley of Pittsburgh web site: everyday life.” degree Mason in 1982 in St. Louis, MO. He became a member of the Royal www.valleyofpittsburgh.org – D. Todd Ballenger, 33° Arch Chapter in 1940 and served as Most Past Thrice Potent Master Excellent High Priest in 1981. He joined the Council and Commandery in 1943. Bro. Sykes is a Past District Deputy Annual Grotto Lenten Fish Dinner Grand Master of District 29 (1963 to 1972). He also served several years on the Grand Lodge Committee on Masonic H Friday: Feb. 12, 19, 26, Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25 Homes. He was awarded a 75 Year Masonic $ Served from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Service Emblem by R.W. Grand Master per10.00 person H Purchase Tickets at the Door! Jay W. Smith, at the Masonic Village at Sewickley in 2012. Bro. Sykes, and his wife Lois, reside at Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Center the St. Barnabas Communities. To send him a greeting, his address is: 85 Charity Place, Apt. G9, Valencia, PA 16059 or by v email: [email protected]

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Raymond T. Dietz, 33°, Grand Master Your Friend Can Become A Master Mason and A 32nd Degree Mason In One Day ! A Day of Opportunity

1816 2016 October 29, 2016

FebruaryFebruary 2016 2016 TheThe Rite Rite News News On On Line Line PagePage 9.2. H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H A Day of Opportunity by Thomas K. Sturgeon, 33° G Deputy for Pennsylvania – Time Line – A Partnership between the Saturday, October 29, 2016 Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania Soldiers & Sailors Hall and the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry Pittsburgh (Oakland Section) PA 15213 06:00 – 07:45 am Candidate Registration n October 29, 2016 Pennsylvania Freemasonry will join in a unanimous 07:55 – 08:05 am Grand Lodge Opens partnership to create new members. It will be a "Masonic Journey of a O 08:05 – 09:05 am Entered Apprentice Degree Lifetime" for the new canidates – all in one day! 09:05 – 09:25 am Entered Apprentice Education I ask all of you, the 32nd degree Masons, to join in this effort. Work with the 09:25 – 09:40 am Break Grand Lodge, work with your Valley, and work with each other to show the world 09:40 – 10:25 am Fellowcraft Degree when we, as Masons, engage in such a just undertaking that success will crown 10:25 – 10:40 am Fellowcraft Education our efforts. 10:40 – 11:50 am Master Masons Degree This Man to Mason day is not a Grand Lodge day. It is not a Scottish Rite Benediction – Break for Lunch day. It is a Pennsylvania Freemason day! It is a day for each of us to practice 11:50 – 12:30 pm Lunch the virtues that we are taught and to work together for the good of all. It is a day 12:30 – 12:50 pm Master Masons Education when worthy men, who otherwise may not have the necessary time, will be able 12:50 – 01:10 pm Grand Lodge Closes to become members of our ancient and honorable fraternity. 01:10 – 01:25 pm York Rite The ritual will be first class and exemplary. There will be no short cuts in the 01:25 – 02:30 pm Scottish Rite three symbolic degrees. 02:30 - 02:45 pm Break The Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite will play a most important role in this 02:45 - 03:55 pm Scottish Rite great day. Much of the success depends on us, the workers in the Valley of 03:55 - 04:10 pm Break 04:10 - 04:45 pm Shrine Pittsburgh. The Valley of Uniontown. The Valley of New Castle. And all of the other Valleys in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Who to Call for Pittsburgh ALL WE ASK OF YOU IS TO IDENTIFY WORTHY MEN AND IN A PROPER Information MANNER GRANT THEM THIS SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY TO BE A MASON. Grand Lodge Do not wait for the next brother to do it. You must do it yourself, NOW! Think Thomas M. Gasmire, PDDGM, Coordinator about how it must have been over two hundred years ago when our founding 724-747-3960 fathers started this great fraternity in Pennsylvania. Could it have been easy? Scottish Rite I think not! They felt the need, they recognized the greatness that lie ahead, Donald M. Murphy, 33°, Valley of Pittsburgh they accepted the challenge, they committed to making it work. Because of 412-939-3579 them we have had the great experience of being Masons. Now it is our turn to Jason F. Craig, 33°, Valley of Uniontown do the same for the generations that will follow us. 724-833-2659 And this special day for those joining the Scottish Rite – it will be Shrine FREE! Yes, FREE! Initiation fees will be dropped. W. David Johnston, Recorder A personalized Invitational brochure is available for your use. 724-274-7000 • Have the office personalize it with your name, address, phone and email information and then hand it to a good man. Dues & Fees to Accompany One Day Petitions • Take time to explain our Fraternity to him. (100%) (100%) (100%) • Brag about the famous men who are and have been Masons. (25%) (25%) Lodge G.L. George Annual Grand • Use all of the tools that we have. Initiation + Petition + Washington + Lodge + Lodge Time was, time is, but for us, the 32nd degree Freemasons, the time is Fee Fee MNMA* Dues Dues NOW! It is the time for each of us to pay back just a little for all of the enjoy- Example: ment we have had. The payment is to share our fraternity with other worthy $175 + l00 + 5 + 18.75 + 6.25 men. I ask all of you to join with me in this effort. (Per By-Laws) = $305 In the Valley of Pittsburgh we are partnering with our Grand Master, . *Contribution to the George Washington Masonic Ill. .Brother Raymond T. Dietz, 33°. As your Deputy for Pennsylvania of the National Memorial Association Supreme Council, I am committed to this partnership. Together there is no stopping us. Let us not be stopped! I thank each of you Candidate Proficiency for the privilege of serving and for your dedication to our beloved Freemasonry. Lodges are required to have members available to Note: Petitions for Blue Lodge degrees will need to be read no later than the instruct their candidates. September Stated Meeting with favorable ballots no later than the October Mentoring is to begin at the One Day Masonic Stated Meeting. Scottish Rite petitions will be accepted to October 21. Journey and continue on an ongoing basis. So Mote it Always Be!

February 2016 The Rite News On Line Page 10. You have a friend who is a Grand Lodge of 32° FREEMASON Free and Accepted Masons and he thinks very highly of you! of Pennsylvania He also thinks you possess the necessary Raymond T. Dietz, 33° qualifications to become a Freemason – a H H H member of the world’s oldest and most presti- Grand Master gious fraternity for men of good morals and One North Broad St. character – men who are leaders in society, Philadelphia, PA 19107-2598 men who love God, men who respect the law, A DAY OF Web: www.pamasons.org and are proud to be American. Being a Mason means sharing the values of our nation's founding fathers; men who OPPORTUNITY believed the brotherhood of man was firmly rooted in the Constitution of the United States. It means becoming a better person while Becoming A helping to improve the quality of life for others. It means forming deep and lasting friendships MASTER MASON that transcend the boundaries of race, religion, and a and culture, as well as those of geography. This special One-Day Opportunity is very 32° MASON rare and can save you over $200.00 in initiation fees that have been dropped. IN ONE DAY! Your friend asks that you read this brochure and if you have any questions, ask him. If you • Non Masons decide to take advantage of this once-in-a-life- Receive the Master Mason degrees time opportunity, let him know and he will guide and the Scottish Rite degrees. you in becoming a Master Mason, the highest Valley of Pittsburgh degree one can obtain in this historical and Scottish Rite of Freemasonry • Veterans respected fraternal order of men, as well as a Receive $100 initiation fee credit. Scottish Rite Mason 32°. Thomas K. Sturgeon, 33° • Master Masons To become a member of our great Fraternity, Deputy for Pennsylvania Continue your Masonic Travels. The contact the person that presented you with this degrees of the Scottish Rite are FREE. once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. 3579 Masonic Way Pittsburgh, PA 15237-2700 H H H Your name here 412-939-3579 Address October 29, 2016 Phone number’ Web: www.valleyofpittsburgh.org G Soldiers & Sailors Hall Email 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Email: [email protected] What is Freemasonry? It seeks to make good men better through its firm The Fraternity of Free and Accepted Masons is belief in the Fatherhood of God and the Brotherhood the oldest, largest and most widely known fraternal of Man. organization in the world. With roots dating back to Contrary to what many believe, Freemasonry is the great European stonemason guilds of the 14th not a secret society. There has been no attempt to ONE DAY OF OPPORTUNITY Century, the Freemasons later evolved into a fraternal conceal the purpose, aims and principles of the Fraternity. It is an organization formed and existing Become a Master Mason, 3° order of brotherhood and service that spans the globe today. on the broad basis of brotherly love, relief, and truth. and a Each member is initiated into the order and pro- Freemasonry is many things, but, most of all: Scottish Rite Mason, 32° gresses through the original medieval levels of FREEMASONRY IS A WAY OF LIFE advancement that include Apprentice, Journeyman IN ONE DAY! (now called Fellowcraft), and Master Mason. Dedication to each other, and a belief in a supreme Who Can Take Advantage of the being (regardless of denomination), are essential The ONE DAY OF OPPORTUNITY is a One Day Opportunity? elements that bind Freemasons together. partnership between the Freemasonry notes its beginnings here in America Non Masons - Receive all three Blue Lodge degrees Scottish Rite of Freemasonry in the very early 1700s, with one of its most notable and become a Master Mason in one day. and the H H H members being our first American president, George Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania. Washington. Veterans - Receive a $100.00 reduction on the fees Open to all levels of society from cabdriver to Raymond T. Dietz, 33° of the Blue Lodge. Congress, the Freemasons have included such Grand Master H H H names as patriot Benjamin Franklin, country western Master Masons - Any Master Mason can join the singers Roy Acuff and Eddy Arnold, astronaut Buzz Scottish Rite on this One Day of Opportunity for Aldrin, South Pole discoverer Roald Amundsen, hotel- FREE. All Scottish Rite dues and fees for 2016 are man John Jacob Astor, western star Gene Autry, dropped. Total saving realized – over $200.00. comedian Richard Pryor, actor John Wayne, president Harry S. Truman, baseball great Honus Wagner, Master Masons - call or email the office for a petition. magician Harry Houdini, jazz legend Count Basie, 412-939-3579 America’s literary icon Mark Twain, and boxing great [email protected] Sugar Ray Robinson, to name just a few. Qualifications to Become a Mason Its bonds of friendship, compassion and brotherly love have survived even the most divisive political, Only individuals believed to be of the finest military and religious conflicts through the centuries. character are favorably considered for membership Freemasons Serve Mankind which is limited to adult males 18 years of age. Deadline for completing the application form is One seeking admission must be recommended The Children’s Learning Centers of the Scottish Monday, August 22, 2016. Contact your friend by two Master Masons, one of whom must be a Rite 32° Masons treat children afflicted with dyslexia prior to that date to assist you. member of the Lodge the petitioner wishes to join. free of charge. Shriners hospitals are free of charge The basic unit of Freemasonry is the Symbolic for children with orthopedic and burn problems. There Lodge, or ‘Blue Lodge’, as it is commonly known. It are four Masonic Villages offering both independent I’m Interested. Let’s proceed. is the Symbolic Lodge that issues petitions for and assisted living facilities for senior citizens. These Name initiation and membership, acts on petitions and are only a few of the services the Fraternity provides. confers the Three Symbolic Degrees, known as the Address What do Freemasons Believe In? • Entered Apprentice City State Zip Freemasonry teaches high moral ethical standards • Fellow Craft and family values. Masons come from all religious Phone Cell • Master Mason beliefs (Catholic, Jewish, Protestant, etc.) which are Email which normally takes 3 months to acquire but during based on the belief in one God. They are men bonded this special One Day Opportunity, you will receive all by friendship and brotherly love in service to mankind. Mail to person on the reverse side for further action. of them in one day. H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H

Why Should I Become The New Year Brings New Opportunities A Scottish Rite Mason? By Larry D. Horath, 32°, Sovereign Prince rethren, I hope that you all ing. Remind brothers that they "Wherever Freemasonry flourishes there will had a wonderful holiday may become a Scottish Rite be found the highest type of citizenship and andB that you are as excited by the Mason this year for free. This is a the best standard of living.” possibilities of the New Year as I rare opportunity and an excellent – Albert Pike, 33° am. First, I want to thank all of chance to gain new members. those who worked so hard to help Even if that brother doesn’t avail n Freemasonry there is no higher make the Children’s Christmas himself of the opportunity, he can Idegree than that of a Master Mason, party such a success. It is a true tell others and help spread this the 29 degrees of the Scottish Rite serve miracle to see such joy and happiness on information to his contacts who will in turn to enrich the philosophy of the Symbolic the faces of so many children. In addition, share it with theirs. We can call a mem- Lodge. A Mason who chooses to further such a team effort by Valley members ber that we haven’t seen at a stated his Masonic experience by becoming a shows the public that when Masons join meeting for some time and ask them to 32° Scottish Rite Mason will be expand- together in unanimity they can accom- accompany you to the meeting. Take this ing upon the fundamental principles of plish anything. My Brothers, your efforts time to share what’s been going on with Freemasonry. helped bring the spirit of the season to you and with the Valley of Pittsburgh. In the Scottish Rite, you will indeed those in need and those who need re- Share some fellowship and reinforce that find an untold wealth of knowledge. minded what it is we celebrate each year. bond which exists between us all. Finally, • It will teach you more about Masonry. Looking forward in 2016, the New Year we can all better educate ourselves on • It will answer some of the questions brings us new opportunities to reenergize what we do as Scottish Rite Masons and raised in the Blue Lodge degrees. and refocus our efforts toward being the the many opportunities we enjoy, such as • It is a sort of “graduate course” in best Scottish Rite Masons we can be and the upcoming Superbowl party, monthly Masonic teachings. In fact, it aids, sharing this enthusiasm with others. Fellowship Breakfast, Daytona party, supplements and reinforces the Blue I hope many of you had the chance to Rose Croix DeMolay conferral and the Lodge in every way. spend time with family and friends, Story of the Crucifixion, as well as the As organizations, these bodies are renewing these bonds. Let us, as scholarships we offer and Children’s mutually dependent because they Freemasons, renew our bonds and Dyslexia Center we help support. strengthen each other. create new ones – approaching the new Together brothers, we can make a big By joining the Scottish Rite, you have year with the resolution to increase difference. an opportunity to expand upon your membership, strengthen relationships, Brethren, let us be resolved to renew knowledge of Freemasonry, to widen your and educate others concerning what we our efforts and take our place in the circle of friends, and to serve humanity in offer to the world. world, creating new opportunities and v v unique ways. We can do this by inviting brothers to meeting new challenges. ride along to the February stated meet- “If we are not in Freemasonry to serve, we are in Freemasonry for the wrong reason. You did not join the craft for what you were going to get out of it; you joined for Valley of Pittsburgh what you could give to it.” presents – Thomas W. Jackson, 33° NIGHT Past Grand Secretary Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania at the 10 RACES a

Adults 10.00 Kids 5.00 PAY AT DOOR RACES The Valley of Pittsburgh now has its own Facebook page. Check us out at Facebook.com and search for the Friday, April 29 - 6:00 p.m. Valley of Pittsburgh. “Like” our page $ and become a fan. Not only will that Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Center make us feel special, but it will help H H you keep up-to-date with Valley news, Dinner: 6:30 p.m. 1st Race: 7:00 p.m. discussions, and events. Please make reservations 412-939-3579. Adults receive door prize ticket. Races should conclude around 10:00 p.m. Go to Facebook.com

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An Invitation From Hiram’s Riders Welcome to Spring Party! Saturday, March 12 - 6:00 p.m. to ?? Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Center Drop in and have a Fraternal Hors Door d'oeuvres ‘Shot of Spirits’ Prizes Pizza to celebrate Snacks Free Beer St. Patrick’s Day

Entertainment by GASHOUSE ANNIE All Master Masons their Wives Girlfriends and Guests. . . WELCOME!

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Mark your calendars now! Thursday, April 7. he Ghost Light Theater Check the website soon for Company will make its details on how to become a debutT on the Scottish Rite charter member of the club. Stage on Thursday, April 7 The first production, Twelve following the Valley Stated Angry Men, is set entirely in a Meeting. jury deliberation room. The Celebration of Reginald Rose’s Twelve drama takes a hard look at Angry Men was chosen by the bigotry, intolerance, and the Education Dinner play groups director, Brother inherent fallibility of human P.J. Roup, 33°, to introduce the beings. This intense play has newly formed Theatrical Club to the everything from stirring personal revela- Thursday, May 19 - 6:00 p.m. membership. tions to edge-of-your-seat tension. Twelve Angry Men will be performed As always, dinner is available prior to Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Center one night only, as the entertainment the Stated Meeting at a cost of $10.00. $ per person immediately following the Stated Meeting Reservations are required. Call the office 25.00 on April 7th. at 412-939-3579 to make a reservation. Ladies and guests are welcome to Dessert will be served following the he Celebration of Education attend as well. Admission is Free. performance. TDinner features distribution of The Ghost Light Theater Company will We hope to see you in the house, and Abbott Scholarships to high school and college applicants from Scottish Rite produce plays under their own auspices we’ll be surev to leave the Ghost Light on beginning as entertainment for Valley for you. families. Applications are available from functions and eventually for the general the Valley office (412-939-3579) or on public. Membership in Ghost Light is line at: www.scottishritenmj.org (click on open to all Scottish Rite Masons in good Check our Web Site philanthropy and scroll down to Abbott standing. Whether you enjoy acting, Scholarships and ‘click here’) Mail two production, makeup, costuming or stage Regularly for New Events copies to the Valley office at 3579 crew – or even if you would just like to Masonic Way, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. support this new club – there’s a place www.valleyofpittsburgh.org The deadline for submission of applica- for you. tions is April 1. The four Valley presiding officers will also select four Masons (not necessarily The Valley of Pittsburgh members of the Valley) who will be recognized as the ideal Family Man – Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Center living by the principles taught in the presents a free on stage production of the drama Scottish Rite. Additionally, two grants will be presented to Rainbow members and two The Story of the grants to DeMolay members to attend leadership conferences to be held in the summer. Applications for these grants Crucifixion will be available thru Youth Leaders and must be submitted by April 1. Palm Sunday, March 20 – Curtain Time 3:00 p.m. The evening of student recognitions, and family life, celebrates masonic values, and reinforces individual commit- (optional) v Dinner following performance $10.00 ment to the family. Make check payable and mail to: Please reserve show tickets (no charge). Enclosed is my check for $10 payable to Lodge of Perfection Lodge of Perfection for dinner tickets. GPMC, 3579 Masonic Way Pittsburgh, PA 15237 Name Phone ( ) (tickets held at door) Mail to: GPMC, 3579 Masonic Way, Pittsburgh, PA 15237-2700

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enry Rifle Company is de- lighted to recognizeH this ancient and honorable fraternal order with the new Henry Golden Boy Freemasons Tribute Edition in .22 LR rimfire, proudly featuring imagery instantly recogniza- On the right side, ble by Masons everywhere on its brightly polished sil- black and white mosaic ver receiver. squares represent the To further set off this striking masonic tribute edition, floor of King Solomon’s the select American walnut stock depicts George Temple to illustrate “human Washington, our first President, in full Masonic regalia, life, checkered with good and evil”. iram’s Riders is a Masonic Motorcycle Ascending stairs remind a member of the Club of the Valley of Pittsburgh, AASR, with apron, trowel, and Warden’s column, standing on path to higher levels of Freemasonry, with thatH rides to financially support the Masonic a “temple” floor in front of a Masonic staircase, in a another “G” at the top as the ultimate goal. painted tableau bordered by scrollwork in the same Learning Centers for Children. All Blue Lodge Masons in the tri-state area style as the receiver. Tickets: $5.00 each. Drawing: July 30 - of Western Pennsylvania, Eastern Ohio and What better way to acknowledge the order’s long PA Lottery 3 digit evening number. West Virginia are eligible to become an active history, and reward the work and dedication that you, member. Blue Lodge Masons who are not or someone important to you, has invested in Freema- Scottish Rite Masons may join for a period of sonry! six months in which time they must become a Non-Masons Information member of a Scottish Rite Valley in order to With roots dating back to the great European stone- continue their membership. Scottish Rite Masons from other Valleys are eligible for mason guilds of the 14th Century, the Freemasons membership. later evolved into a fraternal order of brotherhood and There is a one-time initiation fee of $20, plus service that spans the globe today. annual membership dues of $20, plus *$60 for Each member is initiated into the order and The tribute edition’s a Club Jacket (*2XL Jackets are $64, 3XL Jack- progresses through the original medieval levels of ad- left side carries the ets are $68). A total of $100 (or adjusted for vancement that include Apprentice, Fellowcraft, and compass and square cost of 2XL or 3XL jacket) is payable with the retained from the earliest Master Mason. Dedication to each other, and a belief Application for Membership. days of freemasonry, the in a supreme being (regardless of denomination), are mason’s plumb and level, the letter “G” essential elements that bind Freemasons together. which stands for both God and Geometry, - Membership Application - The Masonic lodge serves as a meeting house, the All-Seeing Eye of God as the symbol of Date: educational center for matters Masonic, and a setting divine watchfulness, and the words Brotherly I am applying for membership in Hiram’s for the rituals associated with the various functions of Love, Relief & Truth that the order considers its foundation, along with Faith, Hope, & Charity, Riders of the Valley of Pittsburgh. I certify that advancement, along with local internal Masonic busi- emphasized in a Mason’s First Point Ceremony, all I am a member in good standing of ness and social activities. Lodges and rituals typically in raised 24K gold relief against a background of Lodge No. and the Valley of display standard Masonic symbols familiar even to classic floral engraving. Name non-members, and those include both stone mason Address symbology as well as references to the Temple of King Solomon. City State Zip Freemasonry notes its beginnings here in America E-Mail: in the very early 1700s, with one of its most notable Ph. ( ) Cell ( ) members being our first American president, George Jacket Size: S M L XL 2XL 3XL Ladies: S M L XL Washington. Open to all levels of society from cab ($60.00 add’l) Man’s name (one): driver to Congress, the Freemasons have included Lady’s name (one): such names as country western singers Roy Acuff Signature: and Eddy Arnold, astronaut Buzz Aldrin, South Pole Recommended by: discoverer Roald Amundsen, hotelman John Jacob Mail to: Hiram’s Riders Motorcycle Club Astor, western star Gene Autry, comedian Richard Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Center 3579 Masonic Way Pryor, actor John Wayne, magician Harry Houdini, Pittsburgh, PA 15237-2700 jazz legend Count Basie, America’s literary icon Mark G Questions? 412-683-0359 Twain, boxing great Sugar Ray Robinson, and Presi- dent Harry S. Truman to name just a few. H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H Henry Wild Life .30-30 Rifle Raffle for Charity

enry's new Wildlife Edition rifle comes with an engraved gold deer head on the rightH side of the brass receiver and octagonal The drawing for a lucky winner will barrel. Whether you need a hard-hitting rifle be on Monday, September 5, Labor Day. Just in capable of fast repeat shots in the bear country time for hunting season. Enter as often as you of Alaska or a light rifle for deer hunting in the like! Complete the coupon below and mail. mountains of Pennsylvania, Henry's new Wildlife Edition rifle will provide the accuracy Questions? 412-576-5856 or and reliability you can count on. [email protected] iram’s Riders is a Masonic Motorcycle Club of the Valley of Pittsburgh, AASR, This is Why We Do It! thatH rides to financially support the Masonic Learning Centers for Children. illions of school children with dyslexia Dyslexia affects one out of every five people, All Blue Lodge Masons in the tri-state area endure frustration and demoralization on and affects boys and girls in equal numbers. of Western Pennsylvania, Eastern Ohio and a dailyM basis as they struggle to acquire skills that Children left with untreated dyslexia often suffer West Virginia are eligible to become an active many of us take for granted. If your child is strug- devastating personal consequences. It is the member. Blue Lodge Masons who are not gling with reading and writing, how do you know if number one reason teenagers drop out of school, Scottish Rite Masons may join for a period of dyslexia is the cause? Where can you go for help? and is a primary factor in juvenile delinquency. six months in which time they must become a For over two decades, the Scottish Rite Masons, Research reveals that children with untreated member of a Scottish Rite Valley in order to Northern Masonic Jurisdiction, have been national dyslexia become underachieving adults unable to continue their membership. Scottish Rite leaders in the effort to help children and their contribute to society at their fullest capacity. Masons from other Valleys are eligible for families overcome the painful obstacles of Dyslexia is, however, a treatable condition. membership. dyslexia. With 49 active Dyslexia Centers in 13 Children with dyslexia need professional help, There is a one-time initiation fee of $20, plus states, the Children's Dyslexia Centers tackle the and the earlier they receive it, the greater their annual membership dues of $20, plus *$60 for challenge of dyslexia head-on, both by providing chances of achieving normal, fully functional lives. a Club Jacket (*2XL Jackets are $64, 3XL Jack- free tutoring for children with dyslexia and by train- ets are $68). A total of $100 (or adjusted for ing a growing cadre of highly skilled and dedicated cost of 2XL or 3XL jacket) is payable with the Application for Membership. tutors. Dyslexia is an inherited neurological disorder that affects the way people learn to read and speak - Membership Application - as well as how they process things mathematically. Date: Some famous dyslexics include Thomas Edison, Winston Churchill, Walt Disney, Tom Cruise, I am applying for membership in Hiram’s Leonardo DaVinci, and Whoopi Goldberg. Riders of the Valley of Pittsburgh. I certify that I am a member in good standing of Lodge No. and the Valley of Name Tickets: $5.00 each. Drawing: July 30 Tickets: $5.00 each. Drawing: Sept. 5 Address PA Lottery 3 digit evening number. PA Lottery 3 digit evening number. City State Zip E-Mail: - Masonic Tribute Rifle - - Wild Life .30-30 Rifle - Ph. ( ) Cell ( ) Here’s my contribution check for the School for Here’s my contribution check for the School for Jacket Size: S M L XL 2XL 3XL Ladies: S M L XL Dyslexia. $5 $10 $20 $50 $100 Dyslexia. $5 $10 $20 $50 $100 ($60.00 add’l) Man’s name (one): payable to Hiram’s Riders Charity Fund. payable to Hiram’s Riders Charity Fund. Lady’s name (one): Name Name

Signature: Phone Phone Recommended by: Email Email Mail to: Hiram’s Riders Motorcycle Club Mail to: Hiram’s Riders, Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Center, 3579 Mail to: Hiram’s Riders, Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Center, 3579 Masonic Way, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Please include a stamped, Masonic Way, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Please include a stamped, Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Center self-addressed envelope for confirmation. self-addressed envelope for confirmation. 3579 Masonic Way Pittsburgh, PA 15237-2700 Questions? 412-576-5856 or [email protected] Questions? 412-576-5856 or [email protected] Questions? 412-683-0359 Enter both Raffles - Send one check! H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H

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February 2016 The Rite News On Line Page 18. H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H From the Desk of the Secretary Get Active! by Donald M. Murphy, 33° Join a Valley Committee he Scottish Rite 2015-2016 be included. You may send a and Enjoy the Fellowship year is moving along check to our office (indicate that it quickly.T So far we are having a is a contribution for the learning Director of Work (degrees) great year. Meetings and social center) or if you have not yet paid William D. Johnston, 33° . . .412-928-8654 activities this year have been well your dues simply include a contri- Stage Director attended. We had a good fall bution with your check for dues. Peter A. Leary, 32° ...... 412-956-2260 reunion class. The Christmas Your contributions make it possi- Costume Director parties were wonderful and we ble for children with dyslexia to Albert L. Kappeler, Jr., 33° . .412-833-3473 are looking forward to good things for the learn to read and follow their dreams. remainder of the year. On October 29, 2016, there will be a Make-Up, Hair Styling & Wigs We have a special stated meeting special one day class sponsored by the Donald C. Wobb, 33° . . . . .412-751-2859 coming up on February 4. This one is for Grand Lodge and the Scottish Rite. Director of Music members only. The Seaton Hill University Following the Grand Lodge conferral of G. Richard Zimmerman, 33° 724-222-2439 Pipe Band will perform after the meeting. the three Blue Lodge degrees, the Scot- Celebration of Education Also in February we have our annual tish Rite will initiate any Master Mason Jeffrey M. Wonderling, 33° .724-733-1678 Super Bowl party and the annual showing who wants to become a 32° Mason. Even Entertainment of the Daytona 500. better, for this class, we will waive the Donald W. Boehm, 33° . . . .412-885-5621 Don;t miss the Welcome to Spring and usual initiation fee. In otherwords — it’s St. Patrick’s party on March 12. FREE. Talk to those men who you know Hiram’s Riders Motorcycle Club Other upcoming events include the should be members of the greatest frater- Mark E. Bliler, 33° ...... 412-381-6451 Rose Croix DeMolay conferral, the Story nity on earth and convince them to Hospitaler of the Crucifixion, our usual stated meet- become masons and also Scottish Rite Vito A. Urso, 33° ...... 412-486-4930 ings, and our baseball outings and tailgate Masons. This Scottish Rite no-fee Medical parties with the Pirates and Wild Things. opportunity may never happen again. Dr. Glenn D. Miller, II, 33° . .724-654-0122 With only a few months to go before Also remember that those who are Membership our June meeting we still have many already master masons are urged to take Jeffrey M. Wonderling, 33° .724-733-1678 members who have not yet paid their advantage of this no-fee opportunity. Reception dues. It would be quite a blow to the Details are available on pages 9 thru 12 Bryan Scott Allen, 32° . . . . .412-853-5792 organization to lose a lot of members in this issue and a Day of Opportunity because of non-payment. We lose many petition is on the next page. If anyone has Rite News members to death each year but to lose questions, please call the Scottish Rite D. William Roberts, 33° . . . .412-576-5856 v several hundred to suspension would office at 412-939-3579. Safety certainly weaken the Valley. If you have Vincent G. Monardo, 32°, . .412-487-6202 any questions regarding your dues, An Evening of Fun Baseball Valley Vintage/Classic Car Club please feel free to contact the Valley office W A S H I N G T O N Thomas W. Fodor, 33° . . . .412-292-6488 at 412-939-3579. We cherish your friend- ship and membership in the Scottish Rite, so if you happen to be in financial need, James Cochran please call us so that we may be of assis- tance with your concerns. Lodge No. 562 I want to take this opportunity to thank invites you to the 19th those who made a contribution to our Friday, July 8, 7:05 p.m. learning center along with their annual dues payment. On another page in this Consol Energy Park issue you will find a list of the members Washington, PA MEETING IN who have contributed to date. If your Schaumburg Boomers vs name is not on the list, it is not too late to Washington Wild Things THE HILLS Saturday $ June 18 per25.00 person RECEIVE VALLEY NEWS Includes a pre-game tailgate Tickets picnic from 5:30 p.m. ‘til A great evening of fellowship and $ each BY E-MAIL 10 gametime, a reserved seat food attended by over 500 masons. and the post-game fire works A delicious New York Strip Steak To share your e-mail address with display. Send check, payable to: Dinner with all the fixin’s is served at Lodge of Perfection, 3579 Masonic Way, The Valley of Pittsburgh 5:00 p.m. Call Bro. Alan Sandusky, 33°, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. at 724-557-1441 for tickets, questions, Simply send a message to: Please enclose a #10 stamped, and directions, or email him at: [email protected] self-addressed envelope for return of tickets & directions. [email protected]

February 2016 The Rite News On Line Page 19. H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H DAY OF OPPORTUNITY PETITION FOR SCOTTISH RITE DEGREES October 29, 2016 Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry Northern Masonic Jurisdiction - United States of America To the Officers and Members of: Date Gourgas Lodge of Perfection, 14° Pennsylvania Council of Princes of Jerusalem, 16° Pittsburgh Chapter of Rose Croix, 18° . . . . Pennsylvania Consistory, S. .P. .R. .S. ., 32° SITTING IN THE VALLEY OF PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA 3579 Masonic Way, Pittsburgh, PA 15237-2700 • 412-939-3579 • www.valleyofpittsburgh.org

I, the undersigned hereof, respectfully show that I am desirous of being admitted as a member of your honorable Bodies and request that I may be received among you, and that I will ever pray for the prosperity and glory of the Fraternity and the welfare of the Brethren. In making this application I promise on my word of honor that should I become a member of your honorable Bodies, I subscribe to the following Oath of Fealty: I, the undersigned, do herby promise on my word of honor, and swear true faith, allegiance, and fealty to the Supreme Council of Sovereign Grand Inspectors General of the Thirty-third and Last Degree of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry for the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction of the United States of America, sitting at its Grand East in the City of Lexington, Massachusetts, and will support and abide by its Constitutions, Orders and Decrees. That I will hold allegiance to the said Supreme Council and be loyal thereto, as the supreme authority of the Rite; will hold illegal and spurious every other Body that may be established within its jurisdiction, claiming to be a Supreme Council; and every other Body of said Rite within the same Jurisdiction that does not hold its powers from said Supreme Council and will hold no communication whatever in Scottish Rite Masonry with any member of the same nor allow him to visit any Body of the Rite of which I may be a member; and I will dispense justice to my brethren according to the laws of equity and honor. And should I violate this, my solemn vow and pledge, I consent to be expelled from Scottish Rite Masonry, and all rights therein and in any Body of the Rite, and be denounced to every Body of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite in the world as a traitor and forsworn. And may God aid me to keep and perform the same. Amen.

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Children’s Learning Center Report Richard A. Rodibaugh, 33°, Chairman

“Unless we think of others and do something for them, we miss one of the greatest sources of happiness.” – Ray Lyman Wilbur

he Valley of Pittsburgh’s finished her first semester as a Children’s Dyslexia freshman at IUP with a 3.28 CenterT provides children with a GPA. Our family knows that this fresh start at success both in life success is possible because of and in school. Students often the teaching at the Dyslexia share their transformation from a Center as well as the generosity child dealing with hopelessness of the Masons. Without each and and low self-esteem to a young everyone of you this would not adult looking forward to a future have been possible! Thank you bright with rewards and opportu- so much for caring enough to It’s A Baseball Night nity. change the lives of children born at the Ball Yard! Bonnie S. is a parent of one of with dyslexia!” our students who graduated from Bonnie and Tara’s story is the Center a couple of years ago. what we are about. We provide Bonnie offered to share her parents and students with some- Pirates vs Cardinals daughter’s experience and one who not only cares but The annual Valley of Pittsburgh success. understands the problems that Baseball outing at PNC Park. “To be indebted to an institu- their child is facing. It is this tion and its members for making individual and child specific Friday, June 10, 2016 a profound difference in the life of approach that leads to the many our child is what the Children's student successes experienced $ 55.00 includes Dyslexia Center means to my at our Children’s Dyslexia Center. H Box Seat for the game. family. Thank you so much for your H My name is Bonnie continued support! Tailgate party begins at 5:30 p.m.at PNC Szramowski, and my daughter The generosity of the Brethren Park parking lot. Tara is dyslexic. To watch any here at the Valley of Pittsburgh is H child struggle with a learning inspiring. Even though member- T-Shirt Night - first 20,000 fans will disability is heartwrenching! Not ship in the Valley is slowly declin- receive a Pirate tee shirt. only does the learning disability ing, contributions to our Learning affect the child but the family as Center remain strong. Thank you. well. Every night after dinner I Please continue your efforts. worked with our daughter on Make a contribution to the Learn- reading and hired Tara's teachers ing Center. Join the Builder’s to tutor her to no avail. Without Council. Consider a bequest in the right “tools”, nothing worked your will. causing friction and frustration The Valley of Pittsburgh’s within our family. The Children's Learning Center for Children Questions? - 412-939-3579 Dyslexia Center changed all of makes a difference in children’s our lives immensely by teaching lives each and every day. Thank Tara how to read using the Orton- you for making that difference Baseball Ticket Order Gillingham reading approach thus possible. giving her success in school. Best Wishes and God’s Enclosed is my check payable to Gourgas Lodge of v Perfection for $ for tickets to Fast-forward to 2016. Tara just Blessings to all. the baseball game at PNC Park on Friday, June 10, “Today’s Man needs to use Masonry’s lessons to govern 2016 at 7:05 p.m. how he acts. Name The working tools of the Blue Lodge teach you how to Phone ( ) use your time, talents, and treasure. Mail to: GPMC, 3579 Masonic Way, Pgh. PA 15237. The moral lessons of the Scottish Rite Degrees assist you Please include a stamped, self-addressed #10 envelope in making the right decisions in your interactions with for return of game tickets and directions to the tail gate others.” party. P.J. Roup, 33° LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE! DDGM, 54th Masonic District

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2016 ELECTED OFFICERS SEWICKLEY HIGH President. . . . Norman E. Flaherty, 33º Vice President. . . .David A. Beery, 33º TWELVE CLUB No. 759 Vice President. .John A. Habel, Jr. , 33º Vice President. .Robert W. Herbert, 32º A Masonic Luncheon Club Treasurer...... Robert B. Malwitz, 32º he Sewickley As a Master Mason’s Luncheon Secretary. .Robert M. Pollander, Jr., 32º High Twelve Club Club, we are very pleased and proud Masonic Representative & Youth meetsT at the Masonic that our R.W. Grand Master of Masons Support . . . . . Dennis J. Snedden, 33º Village in Sewickley on the in Pennsylvania, Ill. Brother Raymond fourth Tuesday of each month. T. Dietz, 33° is one of our most distin- 2016 APPOINTED OFFICERS The Club is an association of guished members and we pledge him Chaplain, .Rev.Timothy R. Reichard, 32º Master Masons who desire an hour our support during his two years as Sergeant at Arms. .Peter Countouris, 32º of Masonic fellowship independent of Grand Master and stand by him in all Wolcott Representative ...... the formal ritual of lodge, but dedi- his endeavors to the best of our ability...... George E. Hulse, Sr., 32º cated to service to the fraternity. There are over 300 active High Initiation Fee (one time)...... $40.00 Norman Flaherty, 33° Annual dues...... $30.00 President High Twelve was founded by E. C. Twelve Clubs in the United States, Wolcott in Sioux City, Iowa on May 17, Canada and Foreign Countries. Those Masonic Homes Residents . . .$20.00 1921. It is part of an International Association and in the United States are chartered in Interested in beoming a member? operates much like a Rotary club. States where the Grand Jurisdictions Complete the application below and permit such appendant organizations. mail to: All Master Masons in good standing 2016 Programs & Luncheon Menu Sewickley High Twelve Club in Lodges recognized by the Grand Robert M. Polander, Jr., Secretary Jan 26 - Quaker Valley High School Choral by Lodge in whose jurisdiction the Club 69 Homer Avenue Bro. Matthew A. Boice, Music Director. is located and upon application and Washington, PA 15301 approval by the local club are eligible. Menu: (Beef Stew) High Twelve International heads the Feb 23 - Valentine Music by Jimmy Sapienzo. Questions? 724-225-8791 entire organization with administrative [email protected] Menu: (Glazed Ham / Raisin Sauce) offices located at 11404 West Olive Dr. Mar 22 - Are your Affairs in Order, by Bro. Avondale, AZ 85392-4210. Join us for Lunch! Lawrence Palmer, Senior Deputy Attorney General, Commonwealth of PA. Menu: (Corned Beef and Cabbage) APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP Apr 26 - Estate Liquidation, by Bro. Mark C. Sewickley High Twelve Club No. 759 Giles, Licensed Auctioneer. Menu: (Fish & Chips) Date: May 24 - AIKIDO Martial Arts, by Bro. Edward M. Stover, P.M., Infinity Lodge No. 546. Name (in full) Menu: (Chicken Parmesan) Jun 28 - Bring a Prospective Member for a free I am a member in good standing of Masonic Lodge No. and wish to apply for membership in the Sewickley High Twelve Club No. 759 of Sewickley, lunch on us. Pennsylvania. Menu: (Charbroiled Hamburgers & Hot Dogs) If accepted for membership in High Twelve, I promise to give my best influence Jul 26 - Receiving Bro. Raymond T. Dietz, R.W. and efforts for its advancement and agree to abide by its Constitution and By- Grand Master, Past Presidents & Charter Members. Laws - International, State and Local. Menu: (Healthy Chicken & Vegetable Dish) Aug - No Meeting per By-Laws Signature of Applicant Sep 27 - Portrait Painting, by Bro. Alvin E. Just. Full Name Menu: (Ham, Tuna, & Egg Salads) Residence Address Oct 25 - U.S. Marshall Service, City State Zip Code by Bro. Vincent G. Monardo. Telephone Email Address Menu: (Italian Pasta & Meatballs Balls) Nov 22 - Youth & Wolcott Foundation, Occupation – If retired, so state and give Former Occupation. by Bro. Dennis J. Snedden. Menu: (Turkey & Trimmings) Dec 27 - Election & Installation of Officers, and Business Committee Reports. Menu: (Roast Pork) Address City State Zip Code Information? 724-225-8791 Wife’s Name

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Hi-Twelve Luncheon Club Officers for 2016 Classic Car Club he Vintage/Classic Car Club was Tformed in 2013 to provide a Club for Fellowship of members who share a love for Antique and Classic Cars. We sponsor two Cruises each summer to help support the School for Dyslexia. If you would like to join us, contact Brother Bob Chambers, President: [email protected] or Bill Keller, Vice President: [email protected]

1st row L-R: Sammy Knappenberger, 33°, Past President, George Hulse, Wolcott Representative, Norm Flaherty, 33°, President, David Beery, 33°, Vice President, John Habel, 33°, Vice President. 2nd row: Donald Murphy, 33°, Past Secretary, Rev. Timothy Reichard, Chaplain, Dennis Snedden, 33°, Masonic & Youth Support Representative, Robert B. Malwitz, Treasurer, Robert Pollander, Jr., Secretary. Outstanding Service Medal presented to Brother D. William Roberts, 33° rand Master Raymond T. Dietz, 33°, presented the Grand Masters SUNDAY JUNE 5 ‘Outstanding Service Medal’ to Brother D. William Roberts, 33°, for 11:00 - 3:00 PM outstandingG service to Freemasonry and the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania. The presentation was same year he was made at the Grand coroneted a 33rd FIRE TRUCKS Lodge Annual Banquet degree Mason. at the David L. Brother Roberts is FOOD • MUSIC Lawrence Convention a PDDGM of the 47th Center on Monday, Masonic District, Past December 28, 2015 on Treasurer of the Val- r the the occasion of Brother ley of Pittsburgh, n fo Dietz installation as the Past Thrice Potent Fu 121st Grand Master of Master, and Past mily Masons in Pennsylvania. President of Hiram’s Fa T ole he Grand Master's Riders Motorcycle Wh Outstanding Service Club. PROCEEDS BENEFIT Medal is presented to He is currently the THE VALLEY OF PITTSBURGH honor Masons who have Secretary of Hiram’s CHILDREN’S distinguished them- Riders and Editor of DYSLEXIA CENTER selves through service the Valley magazine, to their community, Lodge or Grand Lodge The Rite News. He is also a Past and who have given of their time without Master of Avalon Lodge No. 657 and a recognition of their efforts. dual member of Doric Lodge No. 630. The Service Medal was established by a In business he served as a Field Resolution of Grand Lodge and adopted at Representative for Universal Pictures, the Quarterly Communication held on Asst. Manager of the Pittsburgh Sym- December 5, 2007. phony Society, project director for Gulf Brother Roberts served as Junior Grand Oil Corp., Executive Director of the Warden of the Grand Lodge in 1992 - was Pittsburgh Three Rivers Regatta, appointed to the Committee on Masonic Marketing Director of Station Square, and holds a 100 ton U.S. Coast Guard Homes in 1993, serving on that committee v No admission fee! until appointed a DDGM in 1999 –the license. February 2016 The Rite News On Line Page 23. Valley of Pittsburgh Masonic Services Directory of Pitts y bu e r ll g “The Valley of Pittsburgh Masonic Services Directory’s advertisers subscribe a h V to providing high quality customer service, delivered with a sense of warmth, friendliness, individual pride, respect, honesty, and fraternal spirit.”

MASONIC SERVICES DIRECTORY FUNERAL SERVICE cont’d PLUMBING cont’d Slater Funeral Homes 412-563-2800 John R. Meyers Plumbing, Inc. 412-787-2370 Mt. Washington, Scott Twp., Bethel Park Since 1972, John R. Meyers Warco-Falvo Funeral Home 724-225-1500 PRINTING Tim Warco, Washington, PA Unity Printing 724-537-5800 Young Funeral Home Ltd 724-283-3333 Lisa Frederick www.unityprinting.com William F. Young, Jr., Butler, PA REALTOR ACCOUNTING & TAXATION HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING Harry Anderson - Northwood 412-487-3200 Richard A. Reynolds, CPA 412-795-4194 Bergfelt Heating, Cooling & Remodeling [email protected] www.RichReynoldsCPA.Com Bro. Eric Bergfelt, Sr. 412-761-5774 ROOFING Coffey Contracting Co. Inc. 412-341-1127 Ralph Dankmyer, Inc. 412-431-5326 ADVERTISING SPECIALITIES Tom Coffey [email protected] Grimes Advertising 412-921-1325 Installation & Service 412-600-7070 SHOE REPAIRS Eddie Grimes HOME REMODELERS Mazza Shoe Repairing 412-341-7493 AIR AMBULANCE SERVICE Unglo Construction LLC 412-977-8924 Vincent M. Mazza 618 Brookline Blvd. Ross & Ross, Ltd. 804-516-4602 Building, Renovation & Remodeling PA069933 STEEL BUILDINGS Allen W. Ross www.rnr2insure.us INSURANCE Bennett Buildings Inc. 1-888-827-8335 ATTORNEYS Colonial-Fleming Insurance, Inc. Bob Bennett [email protected] Robert X. Medonis & Associates Michael Misour 724-274-6333 TOWING Wills, Estates, Litigation 412-531-3131 Doege Insurance Agency, Inc. Marchand Auto Service’s 724-222-2580 Buzz Doege 412-351-8820 24 Hr. Towing & Recovery Henry Miller, III, Esq. 412-566-2565 TRAILERS Wills, Estates, Real Estate Rodgers Insurance Group James M. Wehur 412-922-1651 Barnyard Trailer Sales Gregg Wilson 724-438-7658 West & Associates, P.C. JANITORIAL SUPPLIES Paper - Ice Melt TRAVEL Dr. Nathan Savitz 412-243-2121 C. Arthur West III, Attorney at Law Worldview Travel 412-344-4845 Products at Economical Prices idealsoap.com Ph. 412-486-2800 H. Carl Brandtonies [email protected] Website: www.west-legal.com JEWELER Werner Jewelers Since 1969 412-367-2336 TREE & STUMP SERVICE Real Estate, Personal Injury, Estates Pines Plaza Shopping Center R & R Tree & Stump Service 724-455-7378 AUCTION SERVICES LANDSCAPING Brian Ritenour - 724-640-2011 TRUCKING Johnson Auction Service 724-457-1100 Alex Landscaping 724-327-2539 Bee Mac Trucking 1-800-282-8781 Mark K. Giles 147 Flaugherty Run Rd. Alex Walters [email protected] Rick Macklin AUTOMOTIVE MACHINE SHOP American Classics, Street Rods - 814-268-1234 Johnston Machine Works, Inc. Kirk Trucking Service Inc. 724-468-8100 Dennis A. Liegey, 1026 3rd Ave., Brockway, PA Bob Johnston 724-695-7730 Donald Cox [email protected] MEN’S CLOTHING & FORMALWEAR Flynn’s Tire & Auto Service 724-346-3701 VIDEO SECURITY Chilbert & Co. Formalwear & More 18 Locations www.FlynnsTire.Com Enterprise Video Systems 724-940-2333 Ray Petronio 412-264-3700 Tim Heeter www.evideosystems.com W. L. Davison Forensic Services MOTORCOACH TRANSPORTATION VIDEOGRAPHY SERVICE Since 1986 412-551-1491 Budget Charters 724-246-1982 The Perfect Image 1-866-438-5146 BEARINGS & POWER TRANSMISSION Gary F. Shimshock Gregory S. Wilson PerfectImageDVD.com Gipson Bearing & Supply Co. 412-462-7960 MOTORCYCLE DEALERS Craig Gipson www.gipsonbearing.com Three Rivers Harley-Davidson CATERING George Gatto 412-487-3377 Mary Anne’s 412-331-2322 MORTGAGES Mary Anne Paul E. Klaus, President/CEO 412-559-4030 Hudson’s Catering 724-4438-2025 Wholesale Rates [email protected] Richard Hudson www.UniontownCatering.com PHOTOGRAPHY Party Line Catering 412-882-7110 Bob Binnie 412-298-3568 Brian Meador www.bobbinnie.com [email protected] PLUMBING CHIMNEY REPOINTING & REBUILDING McCarrison Plumbing Co. 412-795-2529 Coffey Contracting Co. Inc. 412-341-1127 Ronald L. McCarrison Tom Coffey [email protected] DISC JOCKEY DJ Nick Barcio 814-860-1258 www.DJBarcio.com - Advertising Insertion Order Form - FINANCIAL PLANNING Enclosed is my check in the amount of $ for insertions as indicated below. Allegheny Investors Ltd 412-831-3159 Donald E. Sauer, CFP 1st Line 2 line listing Daley & Associates 724-926-8588 2nd Line ($40.00 - 4 issues) John T. Daley www.daleyplanning.net FUNERAL SERVICE Heading requested FOR OFFICE USE Jefferson Memorial Cemetery & Funeral Home Business or Service name Pleasant Hills 412-655-4500 Address Phone George Irvin Green Funeral Home Munhall Donald Green 412-461-6394 City State Zip Readshaw Funeral Home Mail to: The Rite News, 3579 Masonic Way, Pittsburgh, PA 15237 Pittsburgh -Kevin R. Dieterle 412-882-3850

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Benefits the Pittsburgh Children’s Dyslexia Center Valley of Pittsburgh CHARITY GOLF Saturday, June 11

ALL YOU CAN EAT Butler’s Golf Course 800 Rock Run Road Elizabeth, PA 15037 Open to men, women and non-members.

Registration: 8:00 a.m. Enjoy it Monthly Play Begins: 9:00 a.m. Snack: 1:30 p.m. Fee: $90.00 per golfer. Includes a golfer's gift, bag service, greens fee, cart, snack at turn, lunch, and door prizes. Lunch Only: $25.00. - 2016 Registation Form -

Enclosed is my check, payable to Charity Golf in the amount of $ for: q Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Center Golf, $90 per golfer q Lunch Only, $25 per person Enjoy the Fellowship of the Scottish Rite Please print Golfers Names Name Address

Last Saturday City State Your Support On the Buffet of the Month Zip Ph. ( ) except December Means a lot and MENU Name makes a huge Bacon difference in the lives Address Sausage Scrambled Eggs of our City State Rainbows and French Toast $ 00 Zip Ph. ( ) Potatoes per6. person DeMolays. Name Toast 9:00 a.m. We look forward to Orange Juice to serving you soon! Address Milk, Coffee, Tea 10:30 a.m. City State

Zip Ph. ( ) Name Sponsored by the Valley of Pittsburgh - Hosted and Served by Address DeMolay Boys Rainbow Girls City State

Zip Ph. ( )

Mail by June 1, with check, to Charity Golf, 3579 Masonic Way, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Questions? Dave Morgans, 412-728-6533.

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Valley of Pittsburgh Mexican Riviera Cruise

JANUARY 7 - 14, 2017 SAILING ABOARD CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE – MIRACLE Cruising to:

BOOK CABO SAN LUCAS & BOOK NOW! PUERTO VALLARTA NOW! from Los Angeles, CA

Per person price based on double occupancy

CRUISE RATES Inside Cabin. . . . .$589 per person Balcony...... $927 per person Prices subject to change. Call 800-435-1077

Rates include all port charges, government fees and taxes. No air or transfers are included in the above rates. Air will be available in approximately May. Option to depart January 6, 2017 will be given.

Deposit is required at time of booking of $250.00 per person with final payment due October 10, 2016. A valid passport is recommended for travel. To make reservations, please call ALL SEASONS TRAVEL and ask for the VALLEY OF PITTSBURGH Mexican Riviera Cruise. 800-435-1077 or 724-483-7989.

February 2016 The Rite News On Line Page 26. Be Proud of Your Masonic Fraternity! Display the Pennsylvania ‘Blue Lodge’ License Plate ® on your vehicle.

It’s as Easy as 1 - 2 - 3! • PENNSYLVANIA • 1. Complete Sections ‘A’ and ‘D’ of the Application below. M 2. Make check for $25 payable to ‘Grand Lodge, F. & A.M. of PA’. 3. Mail Application along with your check to: B The Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania • BLUE LODGE • Masonic Temple 00000 One North Broad St. Philadelphia, PA 19107-2598 Need Help? Call Toll Free: 1-215-988-1901 Attn: PA-LIC (Read details on reverse side)

MV-904SO (07-06) APPLICATION FOR

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania SPECIAL ORGANIZATION Bureau of Motor Vehicles REGISTRATION PLATE Special Tag Unit P.O. Box 68293 Harrisburg, PA 17106-8293 Fee: $25.00 ▲ ▲ FOR DEPARTMENT USE ONLY

A VEHICLE DESCRIPTION AND APPLICANT INFORMATION (complete this section exactly as information appears on current registration card) TITLE NUMBER CURRENT REG. PLATE # CURRENT EXPIRATION MAKE OF VEHICLE YEAR

LAST NAME JR., etc. FIRST NAME MIDDLE INIT. TELEPHONE NUMBER ( ) HOME ( ) WORK STREET ADDRESS - Must list a street address. P.O. Box # alone is not acceptable. CITY STATE ZIP CODE

In conjunction with replacement of your plate, you will receive one registration card. How many extra registration If additional registration cards are desired, the fee is $1.50 for each card. cards do you want? B TO BE COMPLETED BY ORGANIZATION NAME OF ORGANIZATION: TELEPHONE NUMBER THE GRAND LODGE OF PENNSYLVANIA 215-988-1901 Masonic Temple One North Broad St. Philadelphia, PA 19107-2598 C TO BE COMPLETED BY ORGANIZATION OFFICIAL I certify that the individual named in Section A is a member in good standing of the organization listed in Section B. NAME OF ORGANIZATION OFFICIAL TITLE SIGNATURE

MARK A. HAINES GRAND SECRETARY x

D I CERTIFY THAT ALL INFORMATION GIVEN ON THIS APPLICATION IS TRUE AND CORRECT AND THAT WHEN I CEASE TO BE A MEMBER OF THE ABOVE NAMED ORGANIZATION, I WILL IMMEDIATELY RETURN THE REGISTRATION PLATE TO THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION.

x APPLICANTS SIGNATURE IN INK DATE Be Proud of Your Masonic Fraternity!

Display the Pennsylvania ‘Blue Lodge’ License plate on your vehicle.

® It’s as Easy as 1 - 2 - 3!

(Complete application on reverse side)

GENERAL INFORMATION REGARDING A SPECIAL ORGANIZATION REGISTRATION PLATE

• Fee required with this application is $25.00. Payment is to be made by check or money order payable to: “Grand Lodge, F. & A.M. of Pennsylvania”. DO NOT SEND CASH. • No special organization registration plate will be duplicated. If your plate is lost, stolen or defaced, we will reissue you the next available plate in our series for $7.50. To apply for replacement, complete form MV-44 and submit the required fee. • Requests for special organization registration plates are restricted to passenger vehicles, trucks and motorhomes with a registered gross weight of not more than 9,000 lbs. Motorcycles and trailers do not qualify for special organization registration plates. • NO REFUND OF FEE will be issued when applicant cancels request after order is placed. • Mail this application, completed in full, along with a check or money order to: Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania, Masonic Temple, One North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107-2598, ATTN: PA-LIC for validation. • The Grand Secretary’s office will validate the application and forward it to the Bureau of Motor Vehicles in Harrisburg. • When the applicant ceases to be a member in the organization as listed in Section B, the registration plate must be returned to the Department. Complete Form MV-44 and submit a fee of $7.50 for reissue of a regular series registration plate. • All telephone numbers will be held in confidence and used only in the event of a problem with your application. • Special organization plates are in number sequence only and may not be personalized. • To avoid possible problems with citations with your old registration plate, return it to: Department of Transportation, Bureau of Motor Vehicles, Return Tag Unit, P.O. Box 68597, Harrisburg, PA 17106-8597 after you have received your special organization plate.

(Rev: 1/2006) 862 Members Contributed $21,730.00 to the 2015-16 Children’s Learning Center Fund “I wish my child’s school would offer the same services because I feel it has changed my son’s life for the better (and mine).” Cornell, Robert Erfley, Neal Grabowski, Ronald Houston, Charles King, Donald Cornell, Thomas Ermlich, Raymond Gracey, Robert Howard, Frank King, Hartley Corrie, Jerry Etling, Charles Gracey, William Howell, Corey King, Ralph Costello, Rodger Etzel, Carl Grafton, Harry Howell, Dennis King, Robert Cottom, Lester Evans, Charles Grau, John Huckestein, James Kipp, Gary Ackman, Martin Bowser, Ellsworth Coughanour, Raymond Evans, Richard Gray, Ronald Hudson, Matthew Kirkpatrick, Thomas Adomaitis, Joshua Boyer, Charles Courtley, Mark Everett, John Greenlee, Barrett Hudson, Richard Kitterman, Keith Aiello, Edward Brack, William Coyle, Reed Everly, Eugene Greer, David Hudson, Richard Kitzky, Dale Aller, Lawrence Bradmon, Charles Crayton, Charles Falenski, Edward Grenadier, Mark Huff, Ernest Kline, William Anastasoff, Dennis Bradmon, Ernest Cree, Donald Farkas, Charles Gresh, Gary Huff, Jack Knapp, Richard Anderson, Jack Bradshaw, Paul Cribbs, Christopher Farquhar, Robert Griffin, Arthur Huffman, John Kobasa, Gregory Anderson, Larry Breletic, Lawrence Critchlow, Jeffrey Farquhar, Robert Griffith, Hubert Hugh, Daniel Kocian, Richard Antolich, Stephen Brenkus, Emil Crivella, Frank Farringer, James Grimm, Charles Hughes, Frank Koehler, Gary Aretz, Adam Brewster, James Croftcheck, Elmer Farrington, Edwin Groat, Richard Humberson, Randy Koehnke, John Armstrong, Jack Brosgol, Charles Cronenweth, Jerry Fedorka, Stephen Gronlund, Ralph Humbert, Gary Koepp, Robert Arthurs, Norman Brown, John Crooks, Harry Fedosick, Richard Grossett, Wallace Hurst, Herbert Kohl, David Ashbrook, Van Brown, Ralph Croushore, Gerald Feil, Edward Group, Donald Hyzy, Joseph Kopelic, Donald Assenat, Charles Brozik, Stanley Cudd, Richard Feldman, Marvin Grzandziel, Joseph Inglis, John Koposko, Joseph Autore, Donald Brunner, Frederick Cunkelman, David Fender, Gary Gualtieri, John Israel, James Kosmach, David Avant, Joseph Buckingham, Paul Curry, Charles Ferguson, Robert Guffey, Richard Jack, William Kovalcik, Carl Baierbach, Robert Buechler, Karl Daley, John Ferrington, Leonard Gumto, Erich Jacobs, Larry Kratz, Charles Bailey, William Burditt, George D'Angelo, Louis Fey, John Gumto, Harvey Jagdmann, Paul Kress, Wayne Baird, Edward Burgoyne, Keith Davis, C Fike, James Gunchuck, John Jameson, Robert Krise, Eugene Baker, Ralph Burkett, Ronald Day, Gary Finlay, William Habel, John Jamison, Robert Kruse, Fred Baker, Thomas Burkhart, Karl Dean, Randy Fiore, John Hagerich, Robert Janosek, Terry Kuhn, James Banda, James Burkholder, Kenneth DeAngelis, Guido Fiore, Nello Hajos, Stephen Jarvis, George Kukich, Melvin Barber, John Byrne, Edward Deem, Albert Firda, David Hall, Don Jaynes, Kenneth Kukunas, Theodore Barham, Manley Cain, Harold Delval, Scott Fischer, Max Hall, James Jeffrey, Gordon Kurtz, Walter Barrickman, James Callas, James DeMuzzio, James Fisher, Albert Hallum, Charles Jelinek, George Kustra, Alexander Bartko, Kevin Calvin, James Derbish, Michael Fisher, Duane Hamilton, Robert Jenkins, James Kutzner, John Bartoletti, Serene Camp, Richard Dering, Robert Fisher, Robert Hammill, Vincent Jobe, Roy Labanish, William

"My daughter has made the most incredible progress through her hard work and the hard work

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MacFarlane, William Morgan, James Reedy, Charles Smith, Barry Stormfels, Eric Tustin, James Williams, John MacIntosh, Robert Morgan, Raymond Reilly, George Smith, Dale Stratton, Donald Unglo, Paul Williams, Robert Madine, Thomas Morgans, David Reilsono, Annunziato Smith, David Stull, Gene Urso, James Williamson, Lee Magnus, John Morrison, Kenneth Remaley, Robert Smith, Donald Summerhill, Michael Urso, January Willy, James Majka, Dennis Morrow, Frederick Rettura, Joseph Smith, John Sundholm, Joel Urso, John Wilson, Mark Mallino, Joseph Morrow, Philip Rhody, Christopher Smith, Paul Suprek, Russell Urso, Timothy Wilson, Thomas Malwitz, Robert Moser, James Rhule, Robert Smith, Raymond Swartz, William Urso, Vito Winter, Russel Mamay, Ralph Mosier, Richard Rickley, Ronald Smith, Richard Sweigard, George Usher, Fred Wolbert, Ronald Manley, Thomas Moss, Glen Riggs, Ralph Smith, Ross Swiderski, Ronald Valocik, Robert Wolfe, James Marfin, Alan Mracko, John Rigo, Matthew Smitley, Larry Szanca, Matthew Victoria, Lawrence Wolfe, William Markovich, Milan Muffley, William Ritenour, Eugene Snyder, Allen Tartal, James Voelzke, John Wonderly, Calvin Martig, Harry Mullen, Richard Roberts, Donald Sober, Merle Tavlarides, Andrew Vosseler, Harry Wood, Larry Martin, James Myers, Theron Roberts, Philip Solomon, Gerald Taylor, Donald Wagner, John Worthy, Roy Martin, Nelson Nahvi, Asaad Robison, Charles Soost, William Taylor, Richard Warren, Jeffrey Wratcher, Thomas Matchett, Andrew Perillo, Fred Rock, John Soyke, Edgar Taylor, Thomas Washko, Michael Yanssens, Robert Matthews, Robert Neel, Harry Roderus, George Spedding, Matthew Taylor, Thomas Watt, William Yeager, Richard Matyas, Mark Nestor, Patrick Roell, Richard Spicer, Fred Teagarden, James Watts, Duwayne Yee, Gim Maudhuit, Frank Neuman, Brandon Rogers, Robert Springer, Robert Templin, Alan Weaver, Kevin Yohe, Mark Mauro, Frank Newcaster, Nicholas Rolla, Dale Sprowls, Ray Tetteris, Michael Weber, Frederick Young, Kenneth Maxwell, Brian Newell, James Rolla, Deron Stackawitz, David Thieleman, Brian Weckoski, John Young, Walter McAteer, Robert Nichols, Bruce Roupe, James Stagon, John Thomas, Robert Weinfurther, Louis Zanella, Robert McCabe, Robert Obrosky, Reynold Rozzo, Marion Stanton, John Thomas, Ronald Weiss, George Zell, Warren McCauley, Leland Olsavsky, David Ruane, James Stanton, Mark Thompson, Robert Wendell, Richard Zickgraf, William McClure, James O'Neal, Howard Rudberg, Donald Staranko, Bernard Thompson, Robert Wesley, Richard Ziglear, James McCombs, George Ontolchik, Robert Rueter, Carl Stecz, John Thurby, Joseph West, James Zimmerman, Allan McCombs, John Opfer, Ernest Rugg, Gary Steele, Charles Tice, Danial West, William Zimmerman, Raymond McConachie, Daniel Orluk, Roy Rugg, John Stein, Alvin Till, Walter Westcoat, Frederick Zucckero, Richard McCormick, Charles Orris, Scott Sanders, Gary Steiner, Louis Timmons, Warren Westerlund, Lance Zurn, David McCrory, Leonard Osborne, Warren Sanders, John Stemmler, Richard Titterington, Charles Wetzel, Raymond Zywan, David McElwain, Harry O'Shea, Thomas Sandora, David Stennett, George Tobias, David Whetsell, Harry McFarland, Randall Ott, John Sandusky, Alan Sterbutzel, Carl Toocheck, Craig Whipkey, Robert McGill, Joseph Ottavian, James Santaguida, Dominic Sterrett, William Torcasi, James Wickline, Raymond McGinnis, Robert Owens, James Sauer, Donald Stevenson, Edward Toward, James Wiker, William McGoogan, James Painter, Eugene Sauers, Larry Stevenson, William Trainer, Ralph Wilcox, Daniel McGrew, James Papas, Petros Sayre, Giard Stewart, Gerald Trees, John Wilcox, Donald McGuier, Jay Papke, Ralph Sbaffoni, Joseph Stipanovich, John Trimbath, Robert Williams, David McHolme, Norman Pappas, James Schade, Raymer Stipanovich, Paul Trout, Ira Williams, David McIlrath, Robert Parkinson, Daniel Schall, Robert Stockton, Steven Trushel, William Williams, Dean McKay, David Parkinson, Joseph Schott, Stephen Stoker, Robert Tuckfelt, Gary Williams, Glenn McKenery, Jaye Pascale, William Schrock, Joseph Stokes, Rodney Tuffs, Ronald Williams, Harry McKiernan, Timothy Patrick, John Schupp, Larry Stoner, Thomas Tuffs, Ronald Williams, James of her tutors. Her entire outlook on school work and homework has changed. She is so happy! “

McLaughlin, Grant Patterson, Donald Schwalm, Jeffrey McLaughlin, James Pavlakovich, David Schwartz, Paul McMahon, James Pediconi, Gabriel Schwarzel, Joseph McMillen, James Penrod, George Schweinsburg, Carl McMullan, Bernard Percy, James Schwotzer, Arthur McNees, David Perella, Alfred Scott, John McVay, Demas Peterson, David Sczerba, Bruce Mears, William Peterson, William Sczur, Richard “Our graduates leave us not only with academic reading skills but with a Mechling, William Petricko, John Seel, James renewed self-esteem and dreams for a bright future. We wish them well and Medve, Joseph Petronio, Nicholas Seel, James Meldrum, John Petronio, Raymond Seighman, Robert take joy in their accomplishments and success. Mell, Edward Petropoulos, Vasilios Seitz, Joseph You can benefit the Valley Learning Center simply by telling your Masonic Mellon, Nicholas Petrunya, Peter Seman, Steven friends about the Scottish Rite. Please share with your Brethren the value Mendelsohn, Herbert Pilipovich, Nick Semethy, William and benefits of becoming a member of the Valley of Pittsburgh. Be proud of Meredith, Donald Pinkerton, Todd Shaw, William Mignacca, Joseph K L Piper, John Shearer, Louis the many good works that we do, especially with our efforts relating to our Miller, Glenn Pitchford, Charles Shearer, Ronald Learning Center. Encourage them to join the Valley and participate with us.” Miller, James Polacek, Eugene Shearer, Samuel Miller, Martin Polson, James Sheehan, James Richard A Rodibaugh, 33° Miller, Thomas Poninsky, Bruce Shepard, Gregory Learning Center Chairman Miller, Tracy Pournaras, Angelo Shields, Christian Miller, William Powell, Albert Shifrin, Austin Miller, William Powers, Edward Shirey, George Milliken, John Powers, James Shoemaker, Fred I Forgot to Give in 2015 to Help a Child Minnicks, Mark Pozzuto, Fred Showman, William Misour, Edward Pravlochak, John Sieg, Karl Learn to Read - Here’s A Donation! Mitchell, Scott Priest, Charles Silvers, George Name Modic, Eugene Priest, David Silvestre, Leonard Modrick, Carl Primm, Daniel Simmons, Delmer Address Mohr, George Pritz, William Simonoff, Peter Moisey, Robert Proven, John Sipe, Vern City State Moisey, William Pyle, Christopher Sirbaugh, Gene Molnar, Rudolph Randig, Karl Skowvron, Donald Phone E-Mail Montgomery, Robert Rausch, Duane Slater, William Moore, Frank Rayer, Frank Sloan, Curtis Make check payaable to: Pittsburgh Children’s Learning Center Moorhead, David Readshaw, Harry Smalis, Stamatios Morgan, David Reback, Mike Smart, Joseph Mail to: LCD, Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Center, 3579 Masonic Way, Pgh., PA 15237. Morgan, Dayne Rebisa, Robert Smiley, David February 2016 The Rite News On Line Page 30. H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H 10th Anniversary of Dedication of Point of View Sculpture on Mt. Washington CALENDAR Masonic Events 2016

February 2016 04 - VALLEY STATED MEETING - GPMC 07 - Super Bowl Party - GPMC 21 - Daytona 500 Party - GPMC 23 - High 12 Luncheon - Masonic Village at Sewickley 27 - Fellowship Breakfast - GPMC March 2016 12 - Rose Croix DeMolay Class - GPMC 20 - Story of the Crucifixion - GPMC 22 - High 12 Luncheon - Masonic Village at Sewickley 26 - Fellowship Breakfast - GPMC April 2016 07 - VALLEY STATED MEETING - GPMC 08 - 10 - Shrine Circus - Consol Energy Center 26 - High 12 Luncheon - Masonic Village at Sewickley 30 - Fellowship Breakfast - GPMC May 2016 24 - High 12 Luncheon - Masonic Village at Sewickley 26 - Celebration of Education - GPMC 28 - Fellowship Breakfast - GPMC Ten years ago on October 25, 2006, Mayor Luke Ravenstahl dedicated June 2016 02 - VALLEY STATED MEETING - GPMC the Point of View statue on Mt. Washington. The sculpture is the creation 04 - Syria Shrine Gun Bash - Shrine Pavilion - 11:00 a.m. of Brother James A. West of Lodge 45 and features Brother George 05 - Valley Car Club Cruise - GPMC - 11:00 to 3:00 p.m. Washington in intense negotiation with Indian Chief Guyasuta. 10 - Pirate/Cardinal baseball game - PNC Park We will be featuring that event in the Rite News as we get closer to the 11 - Valley Golf - Butler’s Golf Course, 9:00 a.m. date of dedication anniversary. 25 - Grand Lodge Quarterly Communication - GPMC 25 - Fellowship Breakfast - GPMC 28 - High 12 Luncheon - Masonic Village at Sewickley Make Plans Early! Friday July 2016 August 08 - Wild Things Baseball - Consol Energy Park 26 - High 12 Luncheon - Masonic Village at Sewickley Shrine / Scottish Rite 5th 30 - Fellowship Breakfast - GPMC August 2016 H 27 - Fellowship Breakfast - GPMC Family Picnic September 2016 Sign Up 01 - VALLEY STATED MEETING - GPMC Now! 11 - Valley Car Club Cruise - GPMC - 11:00 to 3:00 p.m. KENNYWOOD 24 - Fellowship Breakfast - GPMC 27 - High 12 Luncheon - Masonic Village at Sewickley H H October 2016 Picnic Pavilions Prizes 25 - High 12 Luncheon - Masonic Village at Sewickley H 29 - Fellowship Breakfast - GPMC Games for Kids 29 - Special Scottish Rite Anniversary Celebration H November 2016 Entertainment 02 - VALLEY STATED MEETING - GPMC H H 12 - Scottish Rite Day (details later) Ride all Day Buttermilk 22 - High 12 Luncheon - Masonic Village at Sewickley H 26 - Fellowship Breakfast - GPMC Fireworks December 2016 03 - Valley Christmas Party For Group & Pavilion 10 - Children’s Christmas Party - GPMC Reservations, call Bro. Bob Plata 17 - Hiram’s Riders Christmas Party 27 - High 12 Luncheon - Masonic Village at Sewickley 412.860.5299 Schedule updated monthly: Complete details in June issue of the Rite News www.valleyofpittsburgh.org

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