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Summer Edition 2014 2014 Scholarship and Grant Recipients

Official Publication of the Supreme Council of the Royal Arcanum

Fraternal Services to Our Members Since 1877 KEEPING ON TRACK A Message from the Supreme Regent Un Message Du Regent Supreme Peter Ferrara - Supreme Regent

Dear Brothers and Sisters, Chers frères et sœurs,

Well, it looks like the warm weather has finally Eh bien, il semble que le temps arrived and summer is officially here. We are chaud est enfin arrivé et l'été est experiencing more severe weather in certain officiellement ici. Nous vivons un temps plus grave dans sections of the country. Hopefully it will not be a certaines parties du pays. Espérons que ce ne sera pas repeat of last year with all of the devastation that une répétition de l'année dernière avec l'ensemble de la occurred, and our members can enjoy some well dévastation qui se sont produits, et nos membres peuvent deserved vacation time. profiter de quelques jours de vacances bien méritées.

I take this opportunity to congratulate all of our Je voudrais profiter de cette occasion pour féliciter tous scholarship and grant winners listed in this nos gagnants bourse et accorder énumérés dans ce Bulletin, and wish them continued success as they bulletin, et leur souhaite tout le succès qu'ils continuent embark on their educational path. I am very sur leur parcours éducatif. Je suis très fier du fait que, proud of the fact that during my term in office, our pendant mon mandat, de notre budget de bourses a été scholarship budget has been increased by over augmenté de plus de 30% et deux nouvelles Dix Mille 30% and two new $10,000 scholarships were bourses ont été ajoutés au programme. Il s'agit d'un added to the program. This is a tribute to all of hommage à tous nos dirigeants et membres. Il convient our Officers and members. It should also be également de noter que depuis sa création en 1968, le noted that since its inception in 1968, the Royal Royal Arcanum a distribué plus d'un million de dollars en Arcanum has now distributed more than bourses d'études. $1,000,000 in scholarships. Au moment où vous recevrez ce bulletin, nous aurons By the time you receive this Bulletin we will have terminé notre 102e session annuelle à Charlotte, Caroline completed our 102nd Supreme Council Session in du Nord à l'Hôtel Omni. Mes félicitations et mes Charlotte, NC at the Omni Hotel. My meilleurs vœux à tous nos officiers nouvellement élus. Je congratulations and best wishes to all of our voudrais profiter de cette occasion pour inviter tous les newly-elected officers. I take this opportunity to membres de notre mini-vacances qui se tiendra à invite all of our members to our Mini-Vacation to Williamsburg, en Virginie, à l'Hôtel Woodlands. Les dates be held in Williamsburg, VA, at the Woodlands sont mercredi 26 Juillet, 2015 grâce Dimanche 29 Juillet Hotel. The dates are Wednesday, July 26, 2015 2015. through Sunday, July 29, 2015. Puisque ce sera ma dernière lettre d'affichage comme Since this will be my last Bulletin letter as Supreme suprême Regent, je tiens à remercier encore une fois tous Regent, I want to once again thank all of our nos membres pour leur soutien et l'aide qu'ils m'ont members for their support and help that they gave apporté au cours de mon mandat. C'était vraiment un to me during my term in office. It was truly a moment inoubliable pour moi et il est difficile de croire memorable time for me and it’s hard to believe que deux ans se sont écoulés. La chaleur et la gentillesse that two years have passed. The warmth and que j'ai reçu lors de mes visites resteront avec moi pour kindness that I received during my visitations will toujours. J'espère que nos membres ont apprécié le stay with me forever. I hope that our members voyage autant que je dois en garder le Royal Arcanum Sur have enjoyed the ride as much as I have in keeping la voie de la réussite. the Royal Arcanum On Track for Success. Bien à vous en V. M. C. Yours in V.M.C.

Peter Ferrara Pete Ferrara Supreme Regent Régent Suprême

2 Bulletin - Summer Edition - 2014 www. royalarcanum. com V.M.CV.M.C. In This Issue:

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PAWTUCKET COUNCIL BULLETIN COMMITTEE Kenneth J. Kolek, Chairman PAGE 5 Cynthia A. Macon Dr. Herbert J. Snyder Carl J. Krzystofczyk QUEBEC GRAND COUNCIL SESSION

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE PAGE 7 James E. O'Neill, Chairman Walker of the Year Page 4 Peter D. Ferrara FRATERNAL PROJECTS Carl J. Krzystofczyk Errica Conforto PAGES 10 - 11 Carol A. Zavitz Kenneth J. Kolek Cynthia A. Macon REFLECTIONS Dr. Herbert J. Snyder Janice S. Brazas PAGE 12

EDITOR Final RA/LDS Bowling FUN NIGHT IN Patrick Fitzgerald Tournament Pages 8-9 PAGE 13 ASSOCIATE EDITOR Dotti Pagnani SCHOLARSHIP WINNER AWARDED EDITING STAFF Frances Magnotta PAGE 20

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Postmaster: In the event magazine is Recently Deceased Members are reported on our web undeliverable, please send Form 3579 Deceased site on a monthly basis. Click "About Us" and "In addressed to Royal Arcanum, 61 Members Memoriam.” Batterymarch St., Boston, MA 02110- 3208. Articles and photos must be in the editorial office by Volume 114 Number 3 Bulletin October 3, 2014. Mail to the Royal Arcanum Bulletin, July, August, September 2014 Deadline Home Office, 61 Batterymarch Street, Boston, MA 02110-3208. Next Publication Date: November 15, 2014 www. royalarcanum. com - Bulletin - Summer Edition - 2014 3 JIMMY FUND WALK “WALKER OF THE YEAR”

Our very own Junior Committee honor an aunt, two uncles and his grandmother who died Chairman and Home Office from this devastating disease. Donald asks your help by Employee received the Boston donating to his walk this year. Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk “Walker of the Year” Award. Donald Please check Royal Arcanum's web site or Facebook page Ferry Jr, was recognized as a for more information or contact Donald at the Home champion fundraiser for the Boston Office for more details or a donation sheet. Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk, a one- day charity walk event in support of the Jimmy Fund for all cancers at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston. Donald walked the full 26.2 miles of the Boston Marathon route and raised over $2,502. On March 23, 2014, he was recognized as the Walker of the Year at the Walk’s Extra Mile Brunch, an event that celebrates "Pacesetters", participants who raised more than $1,500 each. The Walker of the Year winner is nominated by fellow walkers and volunteers, and is given to a walker who stands out among participants as a dedicated fundraiser who inspires others and demonstrates an unwavering commitment to help Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund conquer cancer. Donald with team captains and fellow walkers and the Red Sox Championship Trophies. Donald will again be walking this year’s Boston Marathon Left to right: Co-Captain Stacey Mach, Sara Matthews, Jimmy Fund Walk on September 21st. He is walking for Donald Ferry Jr, Co-Captain Christine Lydon, Jennifer Heng, and Kristen Labbe his mother Sylvia, a two year cancer survivor, and also to MEMBERS CELEBRATE ITALY

Members of Medora Council #1648 in Illinois participated in the “Neighborhoods of the World” Festival at Chicago’s Navy Pier Crystal Gardens. The Arcanians volunteered with the Joint Civic Committee of Italian Americans in preparing an authentic display to showcase the country of Italy, its people, history, customs and traditions. Featured as part of their creative work was an elaborate collection of handcrafted dolls in Italian regional dress, and colorful posters representing the Pictured are past Chairman of the Executive Committee and provinces from the northern Alps to current Grand Regent Bill Wire, Florence Wire, Jo Ann Serpico southern Sicily. and Theresa Paterno.

4 Bulletin - Summer Edition - 2014 www. royalarcanum. com SAN JOSE COUNCIL HOLDS OFFICER INSTALLATION

Officers of San Jose Officers installed were: Council #2384 were Regent Joanie Francis, Vice installed on June 4, 2014 Regent Grace Howell, during a Council meeting Orator Toinette Fanelli, held at Sitting Past Regent Denise St. Martin’s Church. Lemucchi, Secretary Alice Deputy Supreme Regent Mangano, Treasurer Rose Jim O’Neill was the Zukas, Chaplain Marilyn installing officer. San Jose Fanelli, Guide Judy Council has a long Enfantino, Warden Dolly tradition of Royal Arcanum DeFranco, Sentry Darrilyn social and charity activities, Cooper, Trustees Ann and these officers will Antuzzi, Dominic Fanelli carry this through their and Chic Cannon. 2014-2015 term of office. Submitted by Jim O'Neill San Jose Council’s newly installed officers. PAWTUCKET COUNCIL FIGHTS CYSTIC FIBROSIS

The weather forecast for old Lauren Whatmough and eight year old Cael Schneider Saturday, May 10, 2014, are two young people who struggle every day from the was gloomy. Showers had effects of Cystic Fibrosis, who are friends of Royal been predicted, but Arcanum Juniors, Kaitlyn Lockaby and Jacob Kolek. It was Mother Nature decided wonderful to see the great number of supporters who to look favorably upon came to help change their lives for the better. the hundreds who gathered in Slater Park, Ashley Lockaby, the first runner to cross the finish line, Pawtucket, RI for the brought the sun along with her. Other Royal Arcanum annual Cystic Fibrosis members running, walking or cheering were Karen and Great Strides 5K Kaitlyn Lockaby, Lisa, Judy Lynn, Jacob and Jessica Kolek, Karen Lockaby running Walk/Run. Members of Clarita Lepine, Jackie Wudkiewicz, and Ken and Judy towards the finish line. Pawtucket Council #537 Kolek. Cheering for her is supported Laps for Submitted by Judy Kolek "PAWS", the Pawtucket Red Lauren, and Cael's Sox mascot. Crusaders. Thirteen year

Left: Walkers supporting "Laps for Lauren"

Right: Walkers supporting "Cael's Crusaders"

www. royalarcanum. com - Bulletin - Summer Edition - 2014 5 FRATERNAL HAPPENINGS IN BAYONNE

For the Children the Felician School, Sisters Benedette, Ramona and Rose Versatility Council members Gen Marie. Dedicated to their Macon, Evelyn Magarban and mission of service to special Marie Baranowski visited the needs children, the sisters and Felician School for Exceptional other certified teaching staff and Children in Lodi, the recipient of support personnel have provided their Legacy of Hope Project. education and programs in a They are pictured with the climate of acceptance and respect founders and administrators of for students, ages 3 through 21, for more than forty years.

Helping Hands Lady of Assumption Church in Bayonne. The contribution was Members of Versatility’s accepted by Marianne and Kayla Community Service Silvani. Marianne is a co- Committee, Stella Rakowski, Director at the pantry which Marie Baranowski and Gen provides hot, nutritious meals as Macon, presented a donation well as nonperishable grocery on behalf of the Council, to the staples and healthcare essentials Giordano Food Pantry at Our to the poor and those in need.

Memorial Service acknowledged. Serving on the program committee were As part of their veterans’ tribute Bayonne Regent John Baranowski, in observance of Memorial Day, Past Grand Regent Bob Galdon Bayonne Council coordinated the and Grand Regent Richard New Jersey Grand Council Macon, FIC. Bayonne members Memorial Service, at which time also decorated the graves of our deceased Arcanian members who fraternal brothers with flags and served in the Armed Forces were flowers in several cemeteries throughout the state. BILL WIRE ELECTED AS PRESIDENT OF SEIU LOCAL 1

Our Past Supreme Regent and Past Vice President of the retirees, and this Executive Committee Chairman, spring he was elected as President. His Brother William J. Wire of Medora leadership experience and professional Council #1648 in Chicago has been a skills, coupled with a natural ability to member of the SEIU Local 1 since 1961. excel as both coach and teammate, Upon entering the work force as a were notably acknowledged by young maintenance man for apartment colleagues who elected him to this buildings, he soon became active in distinguished position. The entire Royal union operations. Shortly afterward, Bill Arcanum Family wishes Bill a successful was promoted to the position of Union and pleasurable term as President and Organizer, and in 1980 became as Grand Regent of Illinois. Administrator of the Union Health and Welfare Fund. In 2011, Bill served as

6 Bulletin - Summer Edition - 2014 www. royalarcanum. com QUEBEC’S GRAND COUNCIL SESSION

The Jurisdiction of Quebec held its Grand Council La Juridiction du Québec a tenu la session du Grand Session on Tuesday, May 27, 2014 at 5:30 pm in Conseil le mardi 27 mai 2014, à la salle J. Bernier, Anjou J. Bernier Hall. QC, à 5:30 p.m.

Deputy Supreme Regent Jacqueline Bédard acted as La délégué du Régent Suprême Jacqueline Bédard a Installing Officer. The Deputy Supreme Regent exercer les fonctions d’installation des officers et requested that Grand Guide Andre Fortin assist her officières. Le délégué du Régent Suprême requirê les with the Installation of Officers. The Grand Council services du Grand Guide André Fortin pour l’assister à Officers were installed for a two year term. The newly l’installation des officiers, ce qu’il a fait. Les officers et elected Grand Regent is Jacqueline Bernier. officières sont installés pour un terme de deux ans. La Grande Régente élue est Jacqueline Bernier. A Memorial Service followed the Installation. After the ceremony, everyone enjoyed a light lunch after which Nous avons procédé au service mémoriale. Après la the session was closed. cérémonie les officiers et officières ont dégusté un délicieux dejeuner.

Submitted by Jacqueline Bédard

Some Officers of the Grand Council of Quebec. Left to right, Lina Pelletier, Jacqueline Bedard, Gilles Talbot and Michel Mandeville

Both photos show the installation of the Grand Regent, Jacqueline Bernier (pictured in red)

www. royalarcanum. com - Bulletin - Summer Edition - 2014 7 THE END OF AN ERA – RA/LDS NATIONAL BOWLING TOURNAMENT Left to right, front row, The Association of Morgan Young, Kathryn Lithuanian Workers Paxton, Sharon Bayliss (LDS) merged with and Jim Mulhearon. the Royal Arcanum Back row, left to right, in 2006. The main Debbie Young, Tom Bayliss, Jan Brazas, Carol social event for the Zavitz, Gloria Donaldson, Association of Darcy, Stephanie and Ben Jan Brazas and Therese Lithuanian Workers Bayliss. Kavanaugh presenting Rob was the annual Grimaldi from Wounded national bowling Grudge Match Soliders with a donation of tournament which Winners – Detroit $1,505.00. continued after the Men – Brian and Jason merger and was Emrick, Mark Hefner, named RA/LDS National Bowling Tournament. George and Robert Schlotta As lifestyles and time commitments have changed over the last five years, it had been decided that Grudge Match this year would be the last RA/LDS National Winners – Detroit Women – Paula Allen, Bowling Tournament. That did not stop us going Melissa Ames-Emrick, out in grand style! The tournament, held in Peggy Bennett, Irene Westland, MI on May 16 and 17, 2014, brought 75 McGlinchey, Polly bowlers from Chicago, Pittsburgh, Detroit, , Arndt Florida and Canada together, along with guests who enjoyed a family fraternal weekend. Besides John Brazas and Keith bowling, Irene McGlinchey requested the bowlers Armbruster presenting to share their favorite tournament memories. Women’s 1st Place Talk about a walk down memory lane! Some of Team and All RA/LDS Team to Chi-Lights – us have been attending these tournaments for the Jennifer Jakaitis, past 20 to 30 years. Here are some bowlers' Rayleen Lewandowski, fondest memories: Tom Slimak from Pittsburgh – Carole Mohr, Pat Remembering the great treatment received at Wozny and Nancy 1990 Detroit Tournament, the first tournament Bullaro. Pittsburgh attended. Rayleen Lewandowski from Chicago – Remembering Al Rye and how energetic he was picking them up from the airport, Cassy Garelis always taking pictures, Geralt and Gugas families, all the backbone of Detroit in the early days. Eric Kimmel from Detroit – Remembering squeezing 12 people into Smigulec’s minivan to get back to the hotel because the other drivers all left. Just about everyone remembered Anne “Bubbles” Mazes Therese Kavanaugh and Joan O’Halloran presenting Men’s 1st Place All RA/LDS and 2nd Place Team – Jason Emrick, Mark Hefner, Keith Armbruster, John Brazas and Brian Emrick. RA/LDS Men at the final 62nd Tournament

8 THE END OF AN ERA – RA/LDS NATIONAL BOWLING TOURNAMENT who always entertained us with her famous dance at the Peggy Bennett Saturday Night Bash! and Melissa Ames-Emrick So what happened at the tournament? After bowling singles presenting Men’s and doubles events on Friday night, we all gathered at the bar 1st Place for karaoke night. After all these years, who knew Tony Bullaro Doubles to Brian (Chicago) could sing! Not only did he perform one song, he Tausney and Dale did several; I guess he was saving it for the last tournament! Schaefer Saturday was the team event and the grudge matches between the three cites (Chicago, Pittsburgh and Detroit). There was Robert and stiff competition for both the Women’s and Men’s teams, and it George came down to the final frames. Detroit’s Men and Women Schlotta teams both captured the coveted Grudge Match Trophies. The presenting "Saturday Night Awards Bash", which is always enjoyed by all, Women’s 1st did not fail. As a way to continue those memories right down Place Singles to to the last Bash, we had a photo booth to capture those final Maureen memories, which everyone enjoyed. McCracken

So the big winners were: Teams – Men All RA/LDS 1st Place- Gordy Arndt and Detroit’s Finest; Women All RA/LDS 1st Place Chicago –Chi Dave Payne Lights. Singles 1st Place, Men - Mike Novak, Women - Maureen presenting Women’s McCracken. Doubles 1st Place, Men - Brian Tausney and Dale All Events 1st Place Schaefer, Women-Sarah Isaksen and Amy Blackwell. All Events to Carole Mohr 1st Place, Men - Robert Schlotta, Women - Carole Mohr. Men’s Actual High Game and High Series Scratch went to Tony Bullaro, and for the Women it was Peggy Bennett.

Our charitable activity for the tournament was the Fallen and Cathy Hefner Wounded Soldiers Fund in Bloomfield Hills, MI. We donated and Joyce $1,505.00 to this cause. Thanks to Therese Kavanaugh for all Kelley her hard work in coordinating this fundraiser. presenting Men’s 1st While we all reflected on past tournaments, everyone made this Place Singles tournament just as memorable as those from the past. It might to Mike be an ‘End of an Era’ for now; maybe someday the next Novak generation will resurrect this great May Madness Weekend of family, fun and fraternalism! Irene McGlinchy To view all the pictures from the tournament go to and Polly Arndt presenting www.royalarcanum.com Men’s All Events 1st Place to Tournament Chairwoman Jan Brazas Robert Schlotta

RA/LDS Women at the final 62nd Tournament

9 CALIFORNIA FRATERNAL PROJECTS CALIFORNIA STRIKES AGAIN Joanie On March 30, 2014, San windsocks for sale. A total Francis Jose Council held its of $1,000 was made from and Alice Annual Charity Bowling the bowling activity, raffle Mangano Fundraiser at Cambrian and bake sale, and will be look over Bowling Alley in San Jose. distributed to the two the donated Twenty-five bowlers hit the charities for this year. A prizes. lanes in the name of charity wonderful time was had by and the Royal Arcanum. all of our members and The charities selected for guests. this years event were the “USO” at San Jose Airport San Jose and “Fisher House”, located council at the Veterans Hospital in members enjoying Palo Alto (see p.11 articles the for details). A special bowling. thanks to Toinette Fanelli for heading up this event. Gifts and baked goods were donated for the raffle, Banner for Royal and member Dollie Arcanum support of the DeFranco made cute USO and Fisher House.

Dollie Left to DeFranco right, Joanie and her Francis, sister, Toinette Ann Fanelli, DeLuna Leslie Hein, selling and Grace wind Howell at socks. the raffle table.

BUNNY BUDDIES FOR CANCER KIDS

On April 17, 2014, San everyone for their Left to Jose Council members wonderful donation right, traveled to Kaiser for the kids under- Grace Hospital in Santa going treatment at the Howell, Clara, where they hospital. This will Wendy presented the certainly bring smiles Celaya, pediatric services and joy to those who Alice department with have to go through the Mangano, Loretta “Bunny Buddies”, demanding oncology Miller, Chic which were donated procedures. Cannon, by members of the Toinette Council. Wendy Submitted by Jim O’Neill and Marilyn Celaya, Child Life Fanelli. Specialist, thanked

10 Bulletin - Summer Edition - 2014 www. royalarcanum. com CALIFORNIA FRATERNAL PROJECTS SAN JOSE COUNCIL HELPS OUR TROOPS San Jose Council members membership. The USO presented a $500 donation operates a year round to the USO at the San Jose hospitality area in the San Airport. The proceeds Jose Airport and were from our annual throughout airports across charity bowling event. Jeff the United States to Herndon, director of the provide all servicemen, area USO accepted the women and veterans with donation and thanked the home comfort during their Director Jeff Herndon gladly accepts the donation Royal Arcanum and the travels. from San Jose members.

SAN JOSE COUNCIL DONATION TO FISHER HOUSE HELPS OUR TROOPS Members of San Jose Council Canada that provides housing traveled to Palo Alto on April and service to families whose 14th to present a check for loved ones are undergoing $500, funds which were raised at medical and health care at the the annual bowling event. Shelley Veteran’s Hospital located on the Foutz-Lowe, Fisher House premises. This is a very worthy Manager, thanked the Royal and deserving cause. Our Arcanum and Council members dedicated veterans deserve our for the donation. Fisher House is support. Accepting the check from the Royal located at the Veteran’s Health Arcanum, left to right, Shelley Foutz-Lowe, Chic Cannon, Loretta Miller, Grace Howell, Care Facility in Palo Alto, and is Submitted by Jim O’Neill Judy Enfantino, Alice Mangano, one of many Fisher Houses Edd Enfantino, Marilyn Fanelli and throughout the United States and Allen Armstrong. NEW JERSEY HONORS OUR SOLDIERS

Versatility members Mary Ann Decha, Cindy Macon and Gen Macon took part in the Memorial Day observances.

Joseph R. Macon (front right) was a member of the Bayonne Veterans Color Guard at the Polish American Soldiers Memorial ceremony at OLMC Church.

www. royalarcanum. com - Bulletin - Summer Edition - 2014 11 REFLECTIONS ON THE “POSITIVE SPIRIT” OF AUNT MINI

One of the many assets brought to us by By the way, Aunt Mini has been practically our LDS brothers and sisters when they blind from macular degeneration for united with the Royal Arcanum was the several years. When she looks down the phenomenal example and inspiration of lane, instead of viewing the bowling pins, all Minnie Tvaska. When reminded once again she sees are blurry white spots where the of her unusual and outstanding bowling bowling pins should be! She simply lays history, I decided to digress from the usual the ball where she has always laid it, and routine and write a Reflections article off it goes. Bowling friends graciously tell about this determined and up-beat woman. her what pins are still standing, and she In order not to be confused with the sends the ball down the lane again. Aunt famous Disney mouse, our “Aunt Mini,” as Mini did say that she gets very frustrated she is affectionately called by so many, when she misses the head pin, but rarely prefers her name to be known as “Mini.” ever throws a gutter ball.

Aunt Mini, age 96, had to finally give up bowling, perhaps Our featured bowler spent most of her life in Detroit/ only temporarily, in April of this year because of an injury Dearborn, , with her husband, Charles, whom she to her left arm (not her bowling arm though). She had married in 1940. They were married for 58 years, until he been scheduled to bowl in the Women's Division of died in 1998. He bowled too, but she was the “real” United States Bowling Congress National Tournament bowler! Aunt Mini retired to St. Petersburg, Florida, this past May in Reno, but had to cancel because of in 2001, where she now lives in an assisted living the injured arm. She has bowled in that residence. Upon arriving in Florida, one of tournament for 67 consecutive years! the first things she did was to find a new “bowling home”, too. Aunt Mini started her bowling with the Lithuanian League in Detroit in Mini Tvaska represents the great 1939, and enjoyed bowling so much Mini Tvaska Royal Arcanum spirit of that she continued the sport on a determination in spite of great odds. regular basis until this year. “I just love In speaking with her, I was amazed at it,” she says, “but have never really been a her up-beat and jovial manner. She is an good bowler.” She is being modest. The inspiration and example to so many people! highest game she ever bowled was 232, and her average this past April was 109. She used to bowl with a 16-pound ball, but now uses an By Dr. Herb Snyder 8-pounder.

GRANT ZAVITZ AWARDS PRESENTED TO STUDENTS

Coronation Council of presented Grant Zavitz Awards to students for outstanding community service. In photo are Council officers Gloria Donaldson, Debbie Young, Sharon Bayliss and Virginia Lauzon with the plaques inscribed for this year's award recipients.

12 Bulletin - Summer Edition - 2014 www. royalarcanum. com FUN JUNIORS NIGHT IN PENNSYLVANIA

The JUNIORS accompanied her son NIGHT on Monday, and enjoyed all the June 23rd, was a festivities. Games different, fun, and and activities were meaningful experi- provided by Loretta ence for over thirty Wehbe and Herb people, young and Snyder, which were old, sponsored by enjoyed by the young Integrity Council. and the old. Almost The event was held everyone had a prize at the Philadelphia or a gift to take Airport Hilton, home. The Junior where delicious gifts this year, dinners were served consisting of the to an exuberant stuffed elephants, crowd. The guest of art sets, ping pong honor was Zachary Dr. Herb Snyder presenting the Scholarship to Zachary Wilson, as toss sets, and cell Wilson, who was his Mother, Apryl Wilson, looks on. phone and tablet awarded his chargers were a big SUPREME COUNCIL “hit” with the Juniors. SCHOLARSHIP OF $8,000 by Dr. Herb Snyder, Director of Juniors and a Past Supreme Regent, who heads the At the very end of this fun evening, one important item Scholarship Committee! Zachary was also presented of business was conducted by Integrity's Regent, Kyle with some additional gifts from Integrity Council. Tedesco, when the election of officers was implemented Zachary, who lives in Center Valley, PA, is an honor and Carmine Rodia was elected as Regent of Integrity student and football player, and is looking forward to Council. Congratulations, Carmine! Installation of entering Villanova University in September of this year! Officers will take place at the next meeting, which the As he spoke to the group briefly, there were many Juniors present expressed their desire to attend. attentive Juniors who were thinking, “Some day this could be me.” Zachary's proud Mother, Apryl Wilson, By Dr. Herb Snyder

ONTARIO GRAND COUNCIL

MURDER MYSTERY DINNER

The Grand Council of Ontario attended a Murder Mystery Dinner in support of the Dragon Boat Races, which are held every year to raise money for Breast Cancer Patients. A fun night was had by all.

Submitted by Debbie Young

www. royalarcanum. com - Bulletin - Summer Edition - 2014 13 ONTARIO GRAND COUNCIL JOIN HANDS DAY PROJECT

On May 10, 2014, five members of the Grand Council of event. A 55-inch sturgeon was the largest fish reeled out Ontario volunteered for a special “Join Hands Day of the Detroit River. Participating in this event were: Project”. They helped with the 56th Annual Kid’s Fishing Debbie and Morgan Young, Gloria Donaldson, Jim Derby. One hundred fifty local kids participated in this Mulhearon and Virginia Lauzon.

Left to right, Katherine Paxton, Virginia Lauzon, Left to right, Virginia Lauzon, Debbie Young, Jim Gloria Donaldson and Debbie Young Mulhearon, Gloria Donaldson and Morgan Young CORONATION COUNCIL’S FRATERNAL PROJECTS

Debbie Young delivered a check for $500 from On behalf of Coronation Council, Morgan and Coronation Council to Suzanne Cyr who is the Debbie Young presented a check for $500 to president of “Up About Down – Windsor-Essex County Michelle and Terry French for their annual Down Syndrome Association”, at their annual walk- fundraising event called “Archers Against Cancer”. athon. This group helps many deserving children. All proceeds from this two day event go towards (Notice the annuity brochure under the check.) helping cancer patients pay for prescriptions, travel costs, wigs or whatever else they might need financial assistance with during their treatment process. Submitted by Debbie Young 14 Bulletin - Summer Edition - 2014 www. royalarcanum. com DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS CORNER

It’s certainly been a nice summer thus far in New England, to announce within the next with periods of warm weather that help you forget about Bulletin. the long winter we had. Our Insurance operation continued to see strong production results throughout Thanks to Supreme Regent the year and I look for this to continue going forward. Peter Ferrara for his service We have made numerous changes to our sales operation the last two years. Peter over the past year and will continue this model, staying certainly provided dedicated current with the industry which will benefit our Society. program support as Supreme Regent, and truly made Royal The Insurance industry has seen many changes over the Arcanum better. past few years, affecting the overall business models for many commercial insurance companies. This type of We continue to add content change has made an impact with consumers and their on our website, perception of products available. I’ve seen companies stop www.royalarcanum.com as well as our Facebook page, so marketing be sure to check and/or selling either site for financial the latest products such as happenings. Annuities. The These sites offer reason for this is the perfect the continued opportunity to low interest rate share a story or environment, update us on an which hinders a event taking company's ability place with your to gain a Council. If you positive return would like on the Annuity additional money received. information, or When this have any happens, a questions please company can feel free to face large losses based on the product sold in their contact Don Ferry at (888) 272-2686. portfolio. If you have any other questions, comments or concerns As I mentioned in my last column, I visited the please feel free to reach out to me, as I always enjoying Massachusetts State House to testify on behalf of Bill hearing from you. H3542, which will allow us to amend our Investment structure as a Society. I’ve been made aware by my Sincerely, Representative that our bill did not pass through the first go-around at the State House. This will not stop our efforts to amend this bill, allowing our Order to obtain a better return on our Investments. I will be requesting this amendment to be submitted again during the next Nicholas G. Benoit Massachusetts Congressional session. I was advised that Director of Operations the main reason the bill did not pass initially was due to a [email protected] lack of support received on behalf of the bill. I urge you (617)426-4135 to write a support letter to the Massachusetts State (888) 272-2686 House the next time the bill is in session, which I expect

www. royalarcanum. com - Bulletin - Summer Edition - 2014 15 2014 ROYAL ARCANUM

Isabeau Lauron Celia Calano Zachary Wilson CA Group #1999 Claremont Cl #1655 Harrisburg Cl #499 Joseph E. Hallinan Lloyd E. Williams Villanova University Memorial Scholarship Memorial Scholarship Loyola Marymount Georgetown University $8,000 University $10,000 $10,000 2014 ROYAL ARCANUM

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Eric Marcolini Michael Troglio Nicole Riolo Daniel K. Pinkston San Jose Council #2384 Bayonne Council #695 Claremont Cl #1655 CO Group #1998 Evergreen Community Rutgers University Berklee College of Front Range College Music Community College at Larimer Campus $750 $750 $750 $750

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On Awards Night, May 28, 2014 at Trinity High School in Manchester, , Supreme Secretary Ken Kolek presented Abbey Thompson with a $5,000 Royal Arcanum Scholarship. Abby received numerous awards that night including recognition as one of the top 10 students in her graduating class.

Left to Right, Louise Thompson, Abbey's mother; Abbey Thompson, scholarship recipient; Ken Kolek, Supreme Secretary; Theressa Risdal, Director of Guidance and John Thompson, Abbey's father.

GRAND COUNCIL OF PENNSYLVANIA 2014 SESSION

The Grand Council of Pennsylvania met on focusing on the connections that Royal Saturday, June 7, at the Philadelphia Airport Arcanum has made between people in the Hilton, for its 2014 Session. The meeting past, makes today, and will continue to began with a continental breakfast, followed make into the future. To help the Grand by the business of the Session, which was Council of PA connect to its Subordinate conducted by outgoing Grand Regent Anita Councils and members, the new Grand Ferrara and Grand Secretary/Treasurer Pete Regent introduced the new Facebook Ferrara. The Session's appointed duties page, Twitter feed, and web page, with included a Memorial Service led by Past more social media outlets to come. Since Supreme Regent Dr. Herbert J. Snyder. some members of the Grand Council are still learning about social media, he New Officers for the 2014-2016 Term were announced that the Grand Council will elected. They include: Grand Regent Jay R. Supreme Regent Pete schedule a training session, "Making New Newlin, Grand Vice Regent Annette Ferrara, Ferrara (l) introducing Connections: Social Media," in the Fall at Grand Orator Carmine Rodia, Sitting Past new Grand Regent Jay his office (a software and web-design firm Grand Regent Anita Ferrara, and Grand Newlin to the in Philadelphia). He also pledged to visit Secretary/Treasurer Pete Ferrara. We are membership. each of the active Councils in fortunate that our Supreme Regent is a Pennsylvania, to encourage them to put member of our Grand Council, and Pete served as the "#VMCinAction." Installing Officer. The Session ended with a buffet luncheon. After the regular business session, new Grand Regent Jay R. Newlin introduced his Program, "#VMCinAction," Submitted by Jay R. Newlin

Peter Ferrara [c] presenting the gavel to new Grand Regent Jay Newlin and his newly elected officers.

20 Bulletin - Summer Edition - 2014 www. royalarcanum. com FRATERNAL DEPARTMENT NEWS

Dear Friends, As we begin our 137th year I scream. You scream. We all scream for ice cream! This as a fraternal benefit sentiment’s been shared for generations throughout society (that’s a lot of history. The early presidents had a sweet tooth for this candles for an ice cream delicious dessert, and it’s recorded that First Lady Dolly cake!), the Royal Arcanum’s Madison served ice cream at her husband’s inaugural ball service to families and in 1813. Did you know that National Hot Fudge Sundae communities in the United Day is celebrated in July, and National Ice Cream States and Canada proudly Sandwich Day is in August? In fact, President Ronald endures. With a solid Reagan designated the third Sunday of July as National Ice portfolio of life insurance Cream Day in 1984 with an appeal to Americans to and annuity products, observe the event with “appropriate ceremonies and coupled with member activity.” What a treat for all! benefits and social and fraternal activities, the society’s fine features can appeal to all. Our Here’s another interesting tidbit on scholarship program has awarded over the refreshing dessert that is for many, one million dollars in scholarships and their number one selection every day grants to member students; we proudly of the year. A recent study by the recognize the 2014 recipients in this Smell and Taste Treatment and Bulletin. Research Foundation suggests that your choice of ice cream reveals what It’s been a busy and productive year for type of person you are. Here are the the Fraternal Department. Sincere results: chocolate-lively, vanilla-idealist, appreciation is extended to Supreme strawberry-devoted, rocky road- Regent Peter Ferrara for leading our engaging, cookie dough-ambitious, organization and for encouraging our pralines ‘n cream-supportive, and members to maintain their involvement chocolate chip-generous. Wouldn’t in the fraternal aspects of our society. I you agree that these most popular take this opportunity to thank Dotti flavors are probably the favorites of Pagnani at the Home Office for her Arcanians everywhere? After all, they willing assistance for all fraternal describe our fraternalists in action programs. Much gratitude goes to the perfectly and when blended, the Fraternal Events Committee, members qualities combined produce a generous and friends for their generosity to the serving of fraternalism at its best! RA summer gifting project for Philips Academy in Charlotte. You’ll read more about it in the next issue. Here’s the scoop! Council participation in service initiatives and activities is steadily growing in several Enjoy the summer season and don’t pass on the chance jurisdictions as members join talents and energies, to savor a multi scoop ice cream cone. Be adventurous promoting our society by doing good works locally and and try a new flavor or two! With the leftover change, for the community at-large. Some of the projects put the coins to good use and pick up a box of pasta or sponsored during the “Keeping on Track” campaign were can of veggies for the local food pantry; it’s not conducted for youth programs, veterans, seniors, the uncommon for food banks to run low, even in the warm disabled, poor, homeless, terminally ill and more. The months. Sadly there are many people suffering from inspiring efforts of our officers and members provided hunger. Caring and sharing can make a world of rewarding occasions especially for new members who difference! experienced their first sample of fraternal volunteerism. And like the countless fans of ice cream, we hope they In friendship, are now hooked on fraternalism and will invite their family and friends to join the Royal Arcanum and take Cindy Macon part in the many opportunities and programs offered.

www. royalarcanum. com - Bulletin - Summer Edition - 2014 21 SUPREME REGENT PETER FERRARA “KEEPING ON TRACK” IN CALIFORNIA

On April 6th, Supreme Regent Peter guests in attendance. Door prizes were won, Ferrara traveled to the compliments of the Supreme Regent and the Royal California Jurisdiction to present Arcanum family. his program. Joining him for the visit and presentation were Submitted by Jim O’Neill Supreme Vice Regent Carl Krzystofczyk and his wife Christine. A brunch was held at Mariani’s in Santa Clara, courtesy of the California Grand Council. Peter emphasized the need for members to keep active and participate in local charity and social events. It is very important for everyone to “Keep on Track”. Peter’s program was well received by the fifty members and

Winners of the windsock give-a-ways.

San Jose members enjoying the festivities.

Left to right, Supreme Vice Regent Carl Krzystofczyk, Supreme Regent Peter Ferrara, Grand Regent Alice Mangano, Deputy Supreme Regent Jim O’Neill and Chris Krzystofczyk

The Supreme Regent with door prize winners.

Supreme Regent Peter Ferrara with San Jose San Jose members in attendance at the Supreme members. Regent’s presentation. 22 Bulletin - Summer Edition - 2014 www. royalarcanum. com SCENES FROM NEW JERSEY’S JUNE MIDTERM SESSION

Above: Subordinate Councils in the Above: The NJ Grand Council’s Garden State were happy to support International Fraternal Service Above: Grand Regent Richard the program for St. Hubert’s. Joining Project was conducted for St. Macon presented gifts of Grand Regent Rich Macon and Lauren Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center in appreciation to the volunteer Bolline of St. Hubert’s were Council Madison. The gift consisted of a recommenders in the “Our representatives Ethel Reitsema monetary donation and abundant Strength is our Pride” (Merritt), Gen Macon (Versatility), supply of pet food, grooming products campaign in New Jersey. Rosella Berger (Woodside), Robert and healthcare items. The Galdon (Bayonne) and Margaret presentation to Lauren Bolline, Rummel (Kempton). Many St. Hubert’s Development and contributions were also made by Communications Manager was made members and friends through the by Grand Regent Richard J. Macon, efforts of the Grand Council Fraternal FIC and Past Grand Regent Committee. Bob Galdon.

Right: NJ fraternalists “On Track” with parcels Above: Raffle Committee and and gifts prize winners enjoyed the packed for the social segment of the midterm trip to St. festivities. Hubert’s.

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On June 10, 2014, Carmine Campo and Fran and Augie Magnotta, delivered children and adult clothing to the Bishop Pernicone Catechetical Center in the Bronx. Shown in the photo are Carmine Campo, Sister Loreto, Fran and Augie Magnotta.

The New York Grand Council Dinner Meeting was held on May 1, 2014, with 45 members in attendance. Grand Regent Bettina DiBartolo presented all the mothers with a bracelet umbrella.

On Sunday, June 1, 2014, 41 members enjoyed a bus trip to Foxwood Casino. The Grand Regent thanked her cousin Sal Di Franco for planning the trip.

Thanks to Claremont members for their generosity.

Submitted by Fran Magnotta ARTHUR W. KENNEDY AWARD PRESENTED IN CALIFORNIA

During the California social and charitable Grand Council activities. The Arthur Meeting held in April W. Kennedy Award, 2014, Grand Regent which was presented, Alice Mangano is named in honor of presented Joanie our illustrious Past Francis with the 2013- Grand Regent from 2014 “Royal Arcanian Los Angeles and has of the Year” Award. been given to worthy Joanie is Regent of San recipients since 1958. Jose Council #2384 and has done an Submitted by Jim O’Neill outstanding job in leading the Council in Grand Regent Alice Mangano presented Joanie Francis with the California Award. 24 Bulletin - Summer Edition - 2014 www. royalarcanum. com SUPREME SECRETARY VISITS MAINE COUNCIL

Supreme Secretary Ken Kolek recently visited the members of Dr. Paul J. Fortier Council #52 in Lewiston, Maine. This Council was formerly a chapter of the ACA Fraternal Benefit Society which has since become part of the Royal Arcanum.

The dedicated members (most over age 80) conduct their meeting on the first Monday of each month at the Left to right - Supreme Secretary Ken Kolek, former Lewiston Armory, which is now Council Secretary Jeanne Poulin, Council Regent Dolores Poirier and used as a Senior Center. Ken spoke Council Treasurer Maurice Dubois about the products and fraternal benefits which the Royal Arcanum provides. In fact, two of the members expressed interest to purchase insurance with our society for their grandchildren because of its low cost and the scholarships and educational programs that are available.

The meeting was both informative and enjoyable. Following the conclusion of the business agenda, everyone was delighted to partake in the delicious homemade desserts and refreshments which the member volunteers prepared. Members of the Dr. Paul J. Fortier Council listening to presentation. MEET ROYAL ARCANUM STAFF MEMBER BILL PAULO

Bill Paulo of Seekonk, make in-person visits as Massachusetts began frequently. He is now working for Royal assisting with Arcanum in February 2009 administrative duties in to sell our pre-need Royal Arcanum’s Home insurance product to Office in Boston. Bill is a funeral home directors in member of Pawtucket Connecticut. Since then, Council #537. He is he has visited just about married to Heather Paulo every funeral home in the and has an 11 year old state. Bill established a daughter, Lauren. We solid client base of congratulate Bill on his 5th directors in the area so it’s anniversary. no longer necessary to www. royalarcanum. com - Bulletin - Summer Edition - 2014 25 IN MEMORIAM: LENA PARLATO 1923 - 2013

Lena “Lee” Parlato, member of San Jose Catholic Church, Italian Catholic Federation, Council # 2384 passed away on April 3, Martha’s Kitchen and Ladies Guild. She 2014 at the age of ninety. A native of San tirelessly handcrafted blankets for projects Jose, her career as a sales department sponsored for newborns in need. The values of manager spanned more than twenty years. compassion and kindness she lovingly instilled in Lee served as Regent of Twin Peaks her family through her example of service, Council, held several offices in the always with a smile. Lee is survived by her son- California Grand Council, was a Supreme in-law, James O’Neill, grandchildren Terri (John) Representative and earned the McDermott, Chris (Michele) O’Neill, four great Distinguished Service Award. Embodying grandchildren and many relatives and friends. the fraternal spirit of helping others, Lee was a fervent volunteer at St. Martin May everlasting peace be hers. IN MEMORIAM: NELL TANTILLO 1920 - 2014

Giovina “Nell” Tantillo of Bronxville and made many lasting friendships at these fraternal formerly of the Bronx was born February 6, gatherings. She devoted countless hours of 1920 and passed away on January 16, 2014. volunteer service to parish organizations in her She was a lifelong resident of the Bronx and church. Nell was the beloved wife of the late lived the past few years in Bronxville. An Anthony W.W. Tantillo, sister of Ann (Frank) active Arcanian, she served as Council Caruso, and Great Aunt to many nieces and Regent, Grand Committeewoman, Supreme nephews and friend to all who had been Representative, earned the DSA and was blessed to know her. She will always be the recipient of the society's "Scroll of remembered for her generosity and kindness Honor". Nell enjoyed attending Supreme to many people and various organizations, Council Sessions and Mini-Vacations and especially the Royal Arcanum.

IN MEMORIAM: IN MEMORIAM: JOSEPH DOMINIC THEODORE J. DADDARIO VENTIMIGLIA 1930-2014

1940 - 2013 Brother Theodore meeting new “Ted” Daddario, friends at the Joe Ventimiglia, a member of Integrity Supreme Council member of San Council #586, Sessions. He was Jose Council 2384 Pennsylvania, passed very active in his was born on away on June 17, church and was an February 20, 1940 2014. A veteran of avid outdoorsman and passed away on the US Navy, Ted and meticulous June 12, 2013. A later worked at the gardener. former member of Philadelphia Navy the U.S Marines, he Yard for forty years Ted is survived by was owner of Quality Pool Services. Joe before retiring. his wife, Rose, four children, six was Grand Regent of California from 1987 - grandchildren, one great 1989, Supreme Representative 1988, Deputy Dedicated to our fraternal granddaughter and a host of Supreme Regent 1990-1992, 1994-1998. He society, Ted served as Regent of relatives and friends. He is survived by his wife Judy, children Joe, Integrity Council, Grand Vice brought great joy to many and Leanna, Tony and Jason and loving Regent Supreme Representative will be remembered as a fine grandchildren. May he rest in eternal peace. and Deputy Supreme Regent. gentleman and genuine He immensely enjoyed traveling fraternalist. 26 with our fraternal family and JUNIOR DEPARTMENT NEWS AND VIEWS I was impressed by all the fun our jurisdiction, please consider doing Juniors had at our SUPREME so next year. SESSION in Charlotte, North Carolina, and how interested they Those entering their Senior year were in the proceedings. There in High School in August or was so much to do in that September should remember interesting city in the South. Juniors that it is also the time to begin who attend would be the first to the APPLICATION PROCESS for tell those who do not that they are college SCHOLARSHIPS AND missing out on a really good time! GRANTS. Requests for information and material should I wish to congratulate all those who be made through Dorothy were awarded our Royal Arcanum Pagnani in our Boston Home SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS Office. this year, and commend all our Juniors who are now in colleges, vocational schools, and other institutions of higher I hope that our Juniors were able to participate in a fun event education. Good luck, and please try to take a break every this summer under the auspices of the Royal Arcanum, and now and then to participate in a Royal Arcanum event. that all our children and youth received a gift from the Royal Arcanum. It may not be too late to get in on the fun and Our fifteen, sixteen, and seventeen year old Juniors should receive one of our FREE GIFTS; a cuddly stuffed elephant, an also be reminded that financial help is available for those art set, a ping pong paddle game, or a cell phone and tablet taking classes and tutoring on HOW TO IMPROVE SCORES charger.. ON COLLEGE ENTRANCE EXAMS. My wish for all our Juniors is that the rest of their summer Many of our councils and jurisdictions, such as Integrity in be really happy and that those returning to school will be Pennsylvania, honored their scholarship winners at special given the opportunity for a very meaningful year! events over the summer. If this has not been done in your By Dr. Herb Snyder GRAND COUNCIL OF CAROLINA

The Grand Council of Carolina recently met for their bi-annual meeting.

Following the meeting, members enjoyed a During the meeting fraternal luncheon and social. time was taken to honor our departed Grand Regent Harley Sampson was members. congratulated by Installing Officer, Joe Merrill as Past Grand Regents observe By Christopher McDonald the proceedings.

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www. royalarcanum. com - Bulletin - Summer Edition - 2014 29 GRAND COUNCIL OF RUN FOR READING

Members from the Grand Council of Rhode Island participated in the 5K Run/Walk for the Coventry Library Reading Program, Run For Reading, sponsored by the Pawtuxet Valley Rotary Foundation. The Foundation puts books into the hands of young readers. The race took place on Flat River Road, Coventry, RI. Royal Arcanum members Jimmy Ball and Erica Ball won their divisional races and received 1st place awards. In addition to the money donated by Royal Arcanum, Left to right: Cheryl Daley, Tom Byrne, Sue Ball, Jim Ball, Erica Ball, John Ball, Kathy other contributions helped Collins, Ken Kolek and Judy Kolek the library to meet its goal. CORONATION COUNCIL'S ROYAL ARCANUM ATHLETES OF THE YEAR

Carly Steer of Holy following two-time winners in Erin Names and Krystin Murphy (1998-99, 1999-00) and Bethanie Lawrence of Belle Wachna (2004-05, 2005-06). River will head to campus next fall as There were seven nominees in the the 2013-14 winners AAA/AAAA division. of the Royal Arcanum award presented annually to the top Lawrence prevailed over 15 other female athlete in WECSSAA (Windsor nominees in the A/AA division. Michel- and Essex County Secondary Schools Gratton, Western, UMEI, Tecumseh Vista, Athletic Association). Century, Forster and Brennan did not send a representative to the meeting and “Winning WECSSAA was the therefore did not have a nominee. highlight,” the 18-year-old Steer said. “After four years of being so close and “It’s pretty amazing,” Lawrence said of competing so hard against St. Anne’s, her selection. “I knew the vote was today to win it was one of the greatest and I was nervous.” feelings.” Lawrence is the third Arcanum winner Steer becomes the third female from Belle River following Kanita Keskich Arcanum winner for Holy Names (2003-04) and Kim Moroun (2010-11). Carly Steer

30 Bulletin - Summer Edition - 2014 www. royalarcanum. com A WORD FROM THE SUPREME SECRETARY In this issue, the Royal Arcanum opportunity to borrow from the again honors our new scholarship cash value in the policies should a winners. We are proud of their need arise. The cash value in achievements and wish success to policies grows over the years and all of this year’s graduates in their may become greater than the future endeavors. amount you paid for the insurance. Insurance also has tax advantages, as Today, I’d like to comment on there is no income tax on death whether or not buying life benefits and the cash values that insurance is a good investment accumulate inside permanent life when the economy may look insurance plans grow tax free. It can uncertain. We’ve witnessed how be a good way to save money and at volatile the stock market has been the same time provide protection in recent years, and have seen or against the risk of death. The Royal heard of people who have lost their homes and/or jobs Arcanum’s 20-pay life insurance policy is popular because due to poor economic conditions. Lately the stock after twenty years the death benefit is fully paid for and market has been good and the the cash value continues to grow! DOW (Dow Jones Industrial Average) is near an all time high. I recently read an article which Many investors try to “time” the stated that many people are stock market, but in actuality end up unfamiliar with insurance terms. For selling stocks after the market has example, are you aware that dropped or purchase stocks after “premium” is the payment for life the market has risen. Warren insurance? “Cash value” is the Buffet, one of the most successful amount of cash that accumulates in a investors in history, recommends permanent life policy? And the buying when times are tough and “death benefit” is the amount of investors are scared. As you may money a beneficiary receives at the recall, when the US Government time of the insured’s death? It is was bailing out the automotive and advisable that you understand these financial industries in 2008 and and other terms when you’re 2009, it was Warren Buffet who purchasing a life insurance product. stepped up to the plate and loaned millions of dollars to some of these I hope that those who attended the companies, and has since made a Royal Arcanum Session in Charlotte handsome profit for his company had an enjoyable time. Next year, Berkshire Hathaway. our “Mini-Vacation” will be in Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia. We I believe that life insurance should look forward to our members and not be purchased as an investment, as some suggest, but friends joining us for a memorable venture in this historic should be purchased as protection for our loved ones area. after you’re gone. Many older individuals buy a small insurance policy to cover their funeral expenses, Fraternally, alleviating the burden of such costs on someone else. Some buy insurance for their young children because premiums are very inexpensive at a young age. In fact, if you purchase insurance from the Royal Arcanum for young children and they meet the requirements, our society provides low cost guaranteed educational loans Kenneth J. Kolek and an opportunity for them to win a scholarship. One Supreme Secretary advantageous feature of permanent life insurance is the www. royalarcanum. com - Bulletin - Summer Edition - 2014 31 2015 MINI-VACATION

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Williamsburg Woodlands Hotel - 105 Visitor Center Drive Williamsburg, VA 23185

Sunday July 26, 2015 through Thursday July 30, 2015