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WISCONSIN MARCH 2021 Construction projects to begin at Three Pillars. See CEO Bro. Mark Strautman’s Masonic Journal Message on page 6.

Wisconsin Masonic Calendar

March 2021

13 H.S. Baird No. 174, 86th Annual Steamboat Dinner, 31 S. 3rd Ave, Sturgeon Bay – drive up take out only this year! $16.00 - Roast “Cruise Control” beef, turkey, baked beans, coleslaw, pie. Proceeds to help with N.E.W. community outreach. Contact Bro. Tom Pinney at Ralph R. Teetor, [email protected] or 920-493-3727 for tickets or more informa- of Hagerstown, Indi- tion. ana, where he was a 13 Freemasonry 101 Live: A Masonic Primer. Open to all Masons member of Hager- EA and up via Zoom. See page 16. stown Lodge, was 13 Chetek Lodge, St. Patrick’s Day Irish Dinner. 11 a.m.-2 p.m., $15. blinded in an accident Contact Tom Nicolaides at 715-642-1061 or [email protected] for tickets and information. See page 5. at the age of 5, but he never let his loss of 14 Washburn No. 145, Chef Ruth Atwood's Annual Corned Beef Dinner, from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. at 8102 199th Ave, Bristol. Will have lim- sight stop his ingen- ited seating for dining as well as takeout and curbside services. ious working the field $13.00 adults/ $9.00 children 12 and under. Includes corned beef and of engineering. cabbage, potatoes, soda bread, and dessert. One of his inven- 19 31st Annual Scimitar Sportsman’s Night, Tripoli Shrine Center. tions used today by VIP Entry 4 p.m., Doors open at 5 p.m., Dinner at 7:15 p.m. See page 12. countless numbers of motorists on the high- 20 Quincy Adams Dedication and Consecration, 1 p.m., 210 Main Street, Friendship. way is the mechanism known as "Cruise 31 17th Annual Combined Table Lodge between the Grand Lodge Free & Accepted Masons of Wisconsin and The Most Worshipful Control." It was in- Prince Hall Grand Lodge Free & Accepted Masons of Wisconsin, Inc., vented in around Bro. Ralph Teetor Tripoli Shrine Center. See page 17. 1957 by Brother Tee- Aug 17, 1890-1982 April 2021 tor, who called it "Speed-a-Stat." 23-25 Spring Staff Meeting and Grand Master’s Testimonial. In recognition of Brother Teetor's many accom- 29 District 12 Spring Meeting, 6 p.m. cocktails and 7 p.m. start. plishments, the Grand Lodge of Indiana presented Every Mason in attendance will receive the new, never before distrib- him with the Caleb B. Smith Medal in November, uted D12 Masonic Coin. Open to spouses and significant others. 1975, as a "Distinguished Masonic Brother of the Meyer’s Restaurant and Banquet Hall, 4260 S. 76th St., Greenfield. Register at Eventbrite, link coming out soon. Hoosier State." This blind Brother used his God-given talents to June 2021 bring pleasure and comfort to many as they cruise 4-5 177th Annual Communication, Wisconsin Masonic Center. down the road of life. He regularly told others who were afflicted that they are not truly handicapped. July 2021 His engineering successes allowed him to be donor of the land on which his Lodge now stands. 12 Lake Country Freemasons Lodge No. 42, 18th Annual "Pay It Forward" Golf Outing at The Legend at Brandybrook in Wales. The Masonic Service Association of North America

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29 Brewers-Twins Baseball Sunday, Target Field, Minneapolis.

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30 Reedsburg Lodge No. 79, Shed Lodge. Fellowship starts at 4 Lodge p.m., dinner at 5 p.m. F. & A.M.

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VOLUME LIV, NUMBER 3 The Official Publication of the Grand Lodge, Free and Accepted Masons of Wisconsin March 2021

“Freemasonry 101 Live: A Masonic The Grand Master’s Message: By Most Worshipful Grand Master of Masons in Wisconsin Primer” via Zoom on March 13 Brother Kenneth C. Gorgen By District 11 Deputy Grand Master them home, probably with more “The true tragedy in most people’s lives is that they are far better Christopher M. Luedke questions than answers. Freema- than they imagine themselves to be and, as a result, end up being Remember when you went sonry 101 Live will fill in those much less than they might be.” —Earl R. Smith II through your initiation? How gaps in a series of short talks much did you actually remember aimed at all Masons from the Greetings My Brothers, from that night? You were hood- youngest EA to the grizzled Past The quote from Earl Smith above is a re- winked, walked around, there Master. minder to all of us that we have many great Ma- were gavels, kneeling, some On Saturday, March 13, we sons in our jurisdiction destined to be leaders of prodding and you were possibly will be presenting a series of 10– our Fraternity and we have many new men embarrassed when asked for 15-minute talks live on a Zoom being initiated that can very well be our key to something metal. Typically, webinar. These talks will cover growth and education. The problem is that they after throwing lectures and expe- mentoring, lodge organization, might not know it yet. riences at the candidate we send going to your first meeting, the Last month I shared with you some thoughts EA Degree, the roll of ritual in from Albert Mackey basically stating that our Freemasonry and what it means Lodges and Temples must also be resorts for to be a Mason. Each speaker will speculative and philosophical thoughts else it take questions in this fast-paced could lead to deterioration of transforming into Grand Master Kenneth C. Gorgen examination of Freemasonry. social clubs or benefit societies. In this day and EA’s will see the degree with age Mackey’s thinking might be blunt and profound, but his message new eyes, picking up on nuances points to growth in education and mentoring. they may have missed. Older Recently in a conversation with one of my lodge brothers, he members will be reminded of shared his reasons for petitioning the Fraternity. It is based on the their passion for the fraternity, four-points listed below. As he was naming each point, I began to and everyone will find useful con- realize he was defining the tenets of our profession. How uncanny crete take-aways that can im- that when he petitioned, without realizing what he was getting into, prove their Masonic experience. his clear purpose for joining was a quest for that deep philosophical reason which defines our existence as Masons. Speakers will include the Grand Orator WBro. Jerry A. Reick, the • “Love for each other.” (Brotherly Love) Grand Lecturer WBro. Patrick D. • “Care for each other.” (Relief) Cholka as well as members of the • “Support for each other.” (Truth) Grand Lodge Education Commit- • “Fun with each other.” (All of the above.) tee. Many men who come knocking on the door of the lodge have a This presentation is also the specific reason for joining. It might not be as well thought out as first step toward developing the this Brother, but I am sure many men do come to Masonry looking new Online Masonic College with for fellowship and the opportunity to be part of something bigger in the goal of creating content that their life. The prospective candidate might not have as clear a vision, can be used at the lodge, District but he has come to the point in his life that he feels there is more or State level no matter the level for him to experience than an everyday routine. I guess he might of technology available to the be asking himself, “Is that all there is?” As Esmeralda Santiago ex- presenter. We will provide all the plained, “Tell me who you walk with, and I'll tell you who you are.” Bro. Cramer is a 70 year Mason tools so anyone at any level can This is our opportunity to take a good man and make him better, explore or present Masonic Edu- and what better place to find out that there is more to life in devel- Bro. Cal Cramer and his Lady Pat recently received a visit from his oping relationships with like thinking men in a Masonic Lodge. It Brothers Dave Dickson and Rich Campbell of Sauk Prairie Lodge No. cation appropriate to the audi- ence and useful no matter the just might be what this new brother is seeking. 113. Bro. Cramer was presented a beautiful hand crafted plaque made During this time of pandemic, many of the lodges have continued by Bro. Campbell in honor of his 70 years as a Mason. Bro. Cramer time constraints. More on the to initiate and bring in new members; 41 since November 2020 to was raised on Sept. 18, 1950 in Sauk Prairie Lodge. He is also a mem- New Masonic College will be pre- be exact. Now that may not feel like a tremendous feat but consider ber of Lodi Valley Lodge No. 99 where he has served several years as sented at the Freemasonry 101 the extenuating circumstances our lodges overcame to do this. I say, Secretary and also Treasurer. Live presentation on March 13 at “Well done my Brothers!” Photo by Bro. Dave Dickson 8 a.m. Submitted by DDGM Daniel C. Brylla There is a golden opportunity before us. Now is the time, and I See page 16 use an expression that was recently said to me, to bring them on- board and make sure we have our mentoring program active so that Register now for the 17th Annual we begin to generate excitement in the lodge and in the candidate. Convince him and his family that he made a good decision. Have that mentor assigned immediately before the degree. When Combined Table Lodge March 31 I joined the lodge, one of the most challenging tasks for me was walking into an unfamiliar environment filled with unfamiliar guys. The 17th Annual Combined The evening will begin with fel- sons. Appropriate dress for the Even though I went through the interview process and sat in front Table Lodge between the Grand lowship and cocktails at 5 p.m. evening is a sport coat, shirt and of a Master’s Board, I did not have much contact with many mem- Lodge Free & Accepted Masons The official opening will be at tie or business suit. Grand Lodge of Wis. and the Prince Hall Grand 6:00 p.m. followed by “The Cer- Officers will be in tuxedos. bers. Assigning a mentor to a prospective candidate will provide the Lodge Free & Accepted Masons emony of Seven Toasts” along This event will sell out! Walk-ins needed lodge relationships to bring them onboard. Mentors can help of Wis., Inc., will be held on with a dinner buffet (wine and unfortunately will not be permit- the new man through the unknown stuff and introduce him to mem- Thursday, March 31, 2021. non-alcoholic wine will be of- ted. The cost of this event is $50 bers of the lodge. Mentors can also help with the kind of conduct This year’s event will be hosted fered). per person and there is a link to that is part of the lodge and even make suggestions on the mode of by the Grand Lodge Free & Ac- Bring your apron and toasting register on the Wisconsin Grand dress that is required for meetings. cepted Masons of Wisconsin. The cannons. Lodge website at www.wisc- Every man who knocks on the door of the lodge, does it for a festivities will be held at the Tripoli The event will be conducted in freemasonry.org. Reservations specific reason. There will be many unknowns to him, and it will be Mosque at 3000 West Wisconsin the Entered Apprentice Degree close by March 20, or sooner if difficult at first because he has no idea about the relationships and Ave., in Milwaukee. and is therefore open to all Ma- filled. friendships he will develop. He cannot at this early time in his Ma- sonic career know what waits for him as he walks through the door of the lodge. As he progresses through the degrees and is carefully On Our Cover school in the lessons, we can only hope that he will develop the po- tential to imagine himself being a far better person than what he Nathan Hale Lodge No. 350 hosted a dinner on February 18 to make charitable donations to three thought he could be. groups. Four AEDs were presented to the Milwaukee Public School System and checks for $1000 each Now we have made not just a man, but a Mason. Hopefully, as to EmBark Wisconsin and Southern Waukesha County Canine Search and Rescue. Ladies from EmBark time progresses, he will realize that the true secret of being a Wisconsin provide information on their organization. See photos on page 19. Freemason is taking a look in the mirror and knowing that he is far Photo by Rich Rygh better than he ever imagined himself to be.

Best Wishes in Brotherly Love,

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Thoughts for the Journey By Reverend David O. Leistra, Grand Chaplain

Greetings Brothers, Living in Wisconsin I am always glad to see March 1 show-up on the calendar. I know it means that Spring is near. It was the second Sunday in March of 2020 that my church stopped having our building open for public worship and other activities. At the time we all thought that we ought to be able to reopen in time for Easter Sunday, that did not happen. Then we thought well surely by the start of the school year, again that did not hap- pen. Finally, I said I just do not know how we can stay closed for Christmas Eve, none-the-less we stayed closed. Now I am fairly sure that we won’t open our building, even to small numbers of people, until after Easter this year. The reason our church building is closed, while some others are opened, has to do with Grand Chaplain the nature of our facilities and is not in anyway David O. Leistra because some outside governmental or religious authority told us we had to, it was because our local church leaders and I decided it was the best way to “Do no Harm,” a basic tenant of my denomination. Perhaps some of your lodges remained closed for the same reason. Some people have referred to our church as being closed even though it is only the building that is not opened, and that we offer regular worship and programing via electronic means and continue to support the ministries in our community as in the past even if under the limitations imposed by Covid-19. Others A Reminder have wanted to make our being closed about politics and suggest Regarding Lodge we must be among those who do not care about people’s livelihoods, or worse in our case their spiritual needs. Meetings I wonder how many of those people who have mischaracterized Brothers, our motives are aware of the cost to a church such as mine in keep- ing the doors locked during a pandemic: the loss of financial support; Please remain diligent when members who start to go to other churches that have in-person or having degrees or lodge parking lot worship services; the people who now like the virtual meetings. There have been services so much that they plan to continue worshiping that way some issues with Brothers even when we return to in-person worship, and these are just to being tested positive for name a few of such costs. COVID after a meeting. Re- Perhaps you have experienced similar losses at your lodge. As member to take roll at the Masons we are taught that our first and primary obligation is to God, door or in the meeting along then to: our families, communities, and where we worship. I do not with current email addresses disagree with this hierarchy of obligations at all, however for me and phone numbers. If there church community comes right after family in my hierarchy of im- is a problem, the Brothers in portant things in life as you might expect. How we have dealt with attendance must be con- this pandemic in our own lives may have been outside our control. tacted in the most expedi- It maybe that you had no choice but to be in a workplace where so- tious manner. cial distancing was not practical, or you, like one of my sons, work Phone calls should always be in a medical facility wherein those sick with Covid-19 were being the top priority. treated, or the move to working at home was not possible for the work you do, or maybe you were exposed to and contracted this Fraternally, disease simply trying to buy the groceries your family needs to live. Brother Ken Gorgen Those of us who have had the option to work at home and utilize Grand Master technology were fortunate, however life still requires interaction with others no matter how carefully we might go about doing so. As our lodges start to meet again, I hope the lessons learned dur- ing this pandemic are not soon forgotten. Our lives are lived in com- munity which includes God, church, family both nuclear and Visit the extended, fraternal brothers, and other friends and neighbors. It is our own unique community that allows us to make sense of our life Grand Lodge F. & A.M. of Wisconsin Square Store and enriches it. It is at such times in life as those we are now living in that we see just how important our community is to us. We are coming out of this pandemic, and at some point, perhaps even this www.wisc-freemasonry.org Summer, we will begin to put it behind us by restoring those things that have been lost to us. Let your relationship with your church and lodge families be one of the first places that you begin. We have all been given an important lesson over this last year about what really matters in life. I hope what it taught us is not lost Directory of Grand Lodge Officers & Contacts as the doors open once again on our lives and we seek to return to normalcy. Grand Master Junior Grand Deacon District 4 Kenneth C. Gorgen (307) Jeffrey S. Schoenfeldt (319) Christian M. Hirthe (322) Grand Lodge Fraternally Yours, Cell 262-501-1879 608-609-1447 920-840-3666 Office David O. Leistra, Grand Chaplain

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PAGE 2 - WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH 2021 86th Annual Steamboat Dinner NOTES FROM THE GRAND LECTURER is March 13 in Sturgeon Bay By Brother Patrick D. Cholka By Bro. Ed Klein with a free meal in one of the similar Holiday turkey meal to Greetings Brethren, The 86th Annual Steamboat Brother’s homes and grew to area shut-ins and social services; I have received a lot of questions related to the Grand Master’s Dinner, hosted by Henry S. Baird where they needed to use the 100% of this holiday meal is de- edict that went into effect on January 1, 2021 permitting lodges Lodge No. 174, and organized by Lodge building to have room for livered to the recipients and is free to confer the Fellow Craft Degree. The questions have been largely Bro. Tom Pinney, is coming up on all the people. Eventually the din- of charge. procedural. The precautions lodges are ex- March 13. Because of COVID-19 ner was opened up to the public. Last year 77 people, consisting pected to take while opening a lodge for busi- concerns, this year the dinner Today the dinner provides of members of OES Honor Chap- WILL NOT include table service; money for the Lodge’s commu- ter #1, Brethren and friends were ness or conferring the Entered Apprentice and all meals will be service via the nity outreach programs which involved with preparing, dispens- Fellow Craft Degree are well understood. I drive thru tent or walk up take out. provides money for local projects. ing and delivering the dinners. thought I would devote this article to giving Last year 1225 meals were Last year the Lodge’s donation to The dinner will be served via a some details behind the ritual aspect of the served, with a record 863 of the the food pantries of Door and Ke- drive thru in front of the Masonic Grand Master’s Edict. meals being purchased by Broth- waunee Counties doubled thanks Center in Sturgeon Bay, 31 S. There is a statement in the Grand Master’s ers and friends of the Lodge and to the Wisconsin Masonic Foun- 3rd Ave. This will be the 8th year edict that reads: “A Special Communication donated to needy people in the dation’s matching grants from the that drive up takeout will be avail- may be opened and closed for the purpose of community identified by Door “Acts of Kindness” program. The able where the community can get examination and/or performing the Fellow County Social Services. Including Lodge & Masonic Foundation also their dinner as take out from a Craft Degree.” I have been asked quite a bit if delivery to 766 shut-ins and area made a special COVID-19 abate- curbside tent; no need to even a lodge can be opened in the Entered Appren- seniors. ment donation to five area school leave their warm car. tice degree and then ‘closed in the Entered Ap- Grand Lecturer The dinner originated 86 years districts. The dinner is served from 4 to prentice degree to be opened in the Fellow Patrick D. Cholka ago when a large number of the In the last 25 years the mem- 7 p.m. Tickets are $16 for adults, Craft’ Degree as provided in the Multiple-Letter Masonic Brethren sailed on the bers and friends of Henry S. Baird with children under 14 free. Vet- Cipher on page 188 of the 2018 edition. Great Lakes. Their families wanted Lodge have paid for and donated erans and active duty/reserve per- The short answer is ‘no’. The Grand Master was clear in his to have a special send-off meal to- to Social Services, Lake Shore sonnel receive a $1 discount. edict that a lodge of Fellow Crafts must be opened as a special gether in March before they left for Cap and the Sunshine House For advance tickets go to communication in the Fellow Craft Degree to be able to confer the the upcoming season on the nearly 10,000 meals. Including in www.steamboatdinner.com or call degree. steamboats. It began quite simply November, the Lodge provides a 920-737-3166. For a longer answer, you need to remember that the closing from one degree to open another, calling down and resuming labor portion of the ritual was written with 65.04 of the Wisconsin Ma- Prince Hall - Black Freemason sonic Code in mind which states that stated communications are to be held in the Master Mason degree. Next, we need to consider the note at the beginning of the ‘Closing from EA to Open FC’ and Civil Rights Activist section on page 188 of the cipher which says: "This procedure is ONLY to be used on a STATED communication when there is an Born in Bridgetown, Barbados, Castle William (now Fort Inde- examination and/or a degree in a lower degree. The Lodge must Prince Hall arrived in Boston in pendence) in Boston Harbor in then be closed in due form in the last degree worked." Together, 1765 at age seventeen, having 1775. Although their power these two statements refer to the fact that closing in one degree to worked in exchange for passage within the lodge was limited, this open another can only be done when the Lodge has been opened on a vessel bound for America. marks the first time men of color in the Master Mason degree for a stated communication. Living in colonial Medford, MA, were made Masons in America. The fact that while the Grand Master’s Edict issued in June Hall married Sara Ritchie, a slave When the military lodges left 2020 and reissued in December permits Lodges to open and close who died soon after the marriage. Boston, Hall founded African stated communications in the Entered Apprentice degree does not At age 25, after many years of Lodge #1. Unable to create a change how these procedures are applied. making a living as a peddler and charter, Hall petitioned the Grand Most of you know me well enough to understand that I cannot leatherworker, Hall owned land, Lodge in England and was help but try to comprehend and communicate the ‘why’. There is paid taxes and was eligible to vote. granted a charter in 1784 as the little historical record that I have been able to locate that explains He was one of the Free Blacks to African Lodge #459. In 1827, the join the Continental Army and African Lodge of Freemasons de- the origins of the procedures to move between the degrees when fight at the battle of Bunker Hill. clared itself the African Grand a Lodge has been opened in the Master Mason or any degree, and Although a Free Black, Prince Lodge #1. Prince Hall established not every jurisdiction has adopted similar procedures. Their pur- Hall faced a daily life of discrimi- the first African American institu- pose seems obvious: to permit Lodges to quickly and efficiently nation and oppression. Denied tion in the United States. move between degrees. When a Lodge is opened on the highest membership in the White Masonic An early civil rights activist, Hall degree of Master Mason, having this flexibility is important. While lodges in the new nation, despite continuously challenged the gov- I cannot be sure, I speculate that this practice originated, at least its ideals of preaching brother- ernment to stand by its principals in idea, at the Baltimore Masonic Convention in 1843 where, hood across all races, classes and of freedom for all. A petition to among other things, the contingency decided that stated commu- skills, Hall along with fourteen the General Court as early as nications were to be conducted only in the Master Mason Degree. other Free Blacks joined the 1777 requested that slaves be It seems clear to me that this decision made the need to quickly Grand Lodge of Ireland, attached given their freedom and held the move between degrees much more necessary than when business to the British forces stationed at government accountable for tak- was conducted in the Entered Apprentice Degree. ing Africans from their homeland. In terms of the in-Lodge examinations in the Entered Appren- He fought for the abolishment of tice and Fellow Craft Degrees, there is another option to opening slavery years before the abolition- Prince Hall a lodge in that degree. Chapter 74.06 of the Wisconsin Masonic Address ist movement took root in New 1748-1807 Code notes that an emergent communication may be opened and England. In his efforts to obtain closed to conduct in-lodge examinations. However, there is a spe-

Changing? freedom for slaves, Prince Hall is African Lodge #1 changed its cific procedure to follow for opening and closing emergent com- believed to have helped Belinda name to the Prince Hall Grand munications which is listed in chapter 65.18 of the Wisconsin Remember to notify your lodge Sutton with her petition for repa- Lodge in honor of their first Secretary or the Grand Lodge ration in 1783. Grand Master and founding father Masonic Code. It is important to note that no business can be con- Office of your change of address. In 1807 Prince Hall died, leav- of black freemasonry. Hall is ducted or degrees conferred in an emergent communication. This interpretation of the code was confirmed by the Grand Master. email ing a legacy as the founder of the buried in Copp’s Hill Cemetery in first African American institution Boston, MA. I hope this answers some of your questions related to this. While Cheryl Martin in America, a champion of educa- Sources: Medford Historical Society I am sure it will raise other questions, by no means do I mean to [email protected] tion and tireless advocate for the , Wikipedia discourage you from asking them. I am always happy to help. abolition of slavery. In 1847, the Submitted by Bro. Rickey Townsell Please remember that if you need help getting the required officers to open a Lodge of Entered Apprentices or Fellow Crafts, or if you have questions about the ritual or would like to schedule a practice, please reach out to your District Lecturer or myself.

Fraternally, Patrick Cholka – Grand Lecturer

Feedback and questions are always welcome. Contact Grand Lecturer Patrick D.Cholka at [email protected] Get Tickets for Camp Douglas Hunter’s Raffle Hunters and friends can still take The drawing will be June 1, advantage of Camp Douglas 2021 with proceeds going to Lodge No. 272’s gun raffles even Camp Douglas elementary with the COVID-19 restrictions. schools, high school scholarships This year the annual Hunter’s and the Camp Douglas Fire De- Night has been cancelled but the partment. Lodge will be selling tickets for a More information will be com- 24 gun safe, a rifle, a shotgun and ing in upcoming Wisconsin Ma- two handguns. sonic Journals. There will be 500 tickets sold Contact Bro. Wade Parker at at $20 each. Tickets are on sale 608-343-0592 or Bro. Chuck now. Huffman at 608-315-0056.

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Grand Master Visits Florida THE GENTLEMAN IN THE ROOM By Junior Grand Warden David R. Ritchie

Remember that dumb thing you did in 3rd grade? Remember the look on that persons face when you insulted them in high school? Remember the look on your Mom’s face when you unin- tentionally hurt her feelings? Remember the lady you flipped off in traffic today, even though she was obviously lost? We all remember the stupid and hurtful things we have done. It is part of what makes us human. These are the things that haunt us at 3 in the morning or when sitting contemplating alone. It is called guilt. Don’t you wish you could change the Group meeting in Sarasota, Florida. From the left: Bro. Jan Talaga; Lady Jill Uzell; Bro. Al things you’ve done? Krueger; Lady Jan Gorgen; Grand Master Kenneth C. Gorgen; Bro. Hugh Wyatt; Bro.Steven Remember the kid you helped on the play- Kopp; Lady Lynnetta Kopp; Grand Secretary Michael A. DeWolf, PGM; Lady Therese Rocque; ground in 3rd grade that became your best and Bro. Tom Rocque. friend? Remember the shine that came to that Photo by Lady Annie DeWolf girls face when you complimented her junior Grand Master Kenneth C. Gorgen the changes for lodge meetings in the EA degree be- year? Remember the look on your parents face Bro. David R. and his Lady Jan and Grand Secre- cause of COVID and the value of the lodges using when they saw evidence of the good and kind Ritchie tary Michael A. DeWolf, PGM, and their Wellness committees during this period. He also man you were becoming? Remember letting Junior Grand Warden his Lady Annie recently visited our presented two videos to the groups on the Wisconsin that old man ahead of you in line this after- Brothers and their ladies in Florida. Masonic Foundation and the Grand Master’s Appeal. noon? For some reason we don’t tend to remember the good we do as vividly as the hurt. We seldom have these instances pop back They visited Sarasota on Feb. 3 and The Grand Master said was a pleasure to see our into our heads. Have you ever regrated kindness? Lakeland on Feb. 4. members from the South and some Northern Broth- We live in a society that makes good money off of our insecuri- A total of eighteen Masons and ers that were vacationing. ties, our guilt. We are told our smile isn’t white enough so use our two non- In Lakeland they met and visited with Brothers product. We aren’t doing enough for our kids so come to our restau- Masons and Tom Desjarlais, Garold Michaelson, J.P. Rehling, C. rant. We need to lose weight so buy our magazine or eat our food. ladies at- Korker Vrooman, Art Wilkening and Ted and Lady We are bombarded by negative messages every day. I guess it tended at Tammy Walker. doesn’t sell much to say, “You are fine the way you are.” Add to the Sahib After reading the Grand Master’s January article this the social uncertainties of today, “Did I insult the vegan by calling Shriners in the Masonic Journal which talked a little about the him a vegetarian?”, and doubt and guilt creep in. It becomes hard to look at the man in the mirror. Guilt and anger can become a way Mosque in Grand Master’s golf game, Bro. Al Krueger decided of life. “If I feel this way then why should I care about how others Sarasota, he needed something to improve his game. At the feel?” Florida and Sarasota meeting Bro Al presented him with a beau- Is civility relevant today? Will civility make one bit of difference? the Hilton tiful putter he made by hand, (pictured to the left). With so much incivility in the world will the tide ever turn? I have Garden Inn Bro. Al is a 60-year member and an avid award-win- never laid awake at 3 a.m. regretting being civil. I have never re- in Lake- ning wine maker and a skilled craftsman in wood. gretted sitting alone and thinking about being kind or gentlemanly. land. Grand The club is hand made with various hardwoods, I have never regretted a conversation where I heard both sides and Master Square and Compasses carving, and a hard bronze replied with logic keeping my passions within due bounds. Kenneth C. sole plate. The different types of woods are all inlaid. Masonry offers something almost unique in this world. A chance to see yourself positively while refining your faults away. We see a Gorgen It is a work of art. Bro. Al explained that some of the rough stone with all of its flaws and blemishes. Masonry teaches us, spoke on wood was so hard, it was difficult to cut and finish. that if we apply the tools, within that stone lies a pillar, maybe of beauty, or wisdom, or strength. I am seeing many Brothers today turn to wood working. Taking great pride in taking a piece of wood Learn more about DeMolay they felled themselves, drying it, sawing it, shaping it and turning it into something beautiful. A log becoming a cribbage board or a table go to www.widemolay.org or a Master’s gavel, all looking nothing like the original tree with its knots and splits. In Masonry as a rough ashlar we didn’t have our flaws pointed out but at first were asked . . . “Upon your honor”. My honor, the I joined Eastern Star, come & serve with me. guy who did all those unkind, mean, and arrogant things. I may not have seen my honor or worth but my Brothers trusted in it. Later you are given something very special and are told not to dishonor it through any action of your own. With all my faults, with being as rough and unpolished as I am, they honor the pillar inside by giving me a badge. The badge of a Freemason. We become a cut above when we begin to reach for that wisdom, beauty, and strength within us. Chipping away at arrogance, envy, incivility, ignorance, and un- bridled passions. We begin a new way of life. A life based on those seven liberal arts and sciences. A life centered around brotherly love, relief, and truth. A life remembering the four cardinal virtues. Is civility relevant today? Yes, because it is who you are. It is a part of you. It bothers you when you fail to be civil. It strengthens you when you succeed. It becomes a way of life. You are called to be the gentleman in the room. Sometimes, that room will contain isenisen just two people. You and the man in the mirror.

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PAGE 4 - WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH 2021 Getting to know your Grand EXPANDING OUR MASONIC KNOWLEDGE By Grand Orator Jerry A. Reick Lodge Officer on the Level Greetings Brethren, Senior Grand Deacon Thomas W. Stevens We sometime refer to ourselves as traveling men. I thought you might enjoy a little history of the travelling Mason from Albert Mackey’s, The Symbolism of Freemasonry.

By Bro. Dave Ritchie The Travelling Freemasons of the Bro. Tom Stevens is currently Middle Ages. serving as Senior Grand Deacon The first of these points to which I refer is the for the Grand Lodge of Wiscon- establishment of a body of architects, widely sin. On first glance, you see the disseminated throughout Europe during the mischievous grin and twinkle in middle ages under the avowed name of Trav- his eyes and you know he is a elling Freemasons. This association of work- man of easy laughter and lover of men, said to have been the descendants of the fun. After a few minutes of con- Temple Masons, may be traced by the mas- versation, you realize that here is sive monuments of their skill at as early a pe- a man who values family, hard riod as the ninth or tenth century; although, work, and the fraternity. according to the authority of Mr. Hope, who He was born in Stevens Point, has written elaborately on the subject, some Wisconsin and shortly after his historians have found the evidence of their ex- Grand Orator family moved to Turtle Lake. Tom istence in the seventh century, and have traced Jerry A. Reick attended Turtle Lake High a peculiar masonic language in the reigns of School. As a proud “Laker” Tom Charlemagne of France and Alfred of England. served as class president and It is to these men, to their preeminent skill in architecture, and earned letters in football (line- to their well-organized system as a class of workmen, that the man), basketball, and baseball world is indebted for those magnificent edifices which sprang up (pitcher and 3rd base). Tom’s love in such undeviating principles of architectural form during the mid- of sports, particularly baseball is dle ages. another thing one discovers in a "Wherever they came," says Mr. Hope, "in the suite of mission- short conversation with Tom. aries, or were called by the natives, or arrived of their own accord, Being raised in a rural commu- to seek employment, they appeared headed by a chief surveyor, nity Tom started at a young age who governed the whole troop, and named one man out of every with farm chores, picking rocks ten, under the name of warden, to overlook the nine others, set and haying. At age 14 he started Senior Grand Deacon Thomas W. Stevens and his Lady Laura. themselves to building temporary huts for their habitation around working at a bar and grill. He the spot where the work was to be carried on, regularly organized bused tables, washed dishes, be- their different departments, fell to work, sent for fresh supplies of came head cook, and rented cab- signer. Tom would be appointed pointed Junior Grand Steward. their brethren as the object demanded, and, when all was finished, ins. He held this job throughout Junior Deacon soon after being Tom now owns and operates again raised their encampment, and went elsewhere to undertake high school leaving it when he raised. Yet, Tom’s journey to the Dove Healthcare IT Services serv- other jobs." went on to UW Eau Claire. He East and his career with Wipfli ing small to midsized healthcare This society continued to preserve the commingled features of studied Management Information would become intertwined. He facilities throughout the Midwest. operative and speculative masonry, as they had been practised at Systems with an emphasis on progressed through the chairs at Tom met his wife, Laura, while the temple of Solomon. Admission to the community was not re- prelaw. He would graduate with Eau Claire to Senior Warden. He in school at Eau Claire. They were stricted to professional artisans, but men of eminence, and partic- an MBA. was then transferred to married at the Oconomowoc ularly ecclesiastics, were numbered among its members. "These He began his career with an IT Oconomowoc where he joined Lodge and would settle in latter," says Mr. Hope, "were especially anxious, themselves, to di- internship with Wipfli, a regional Oconomowoc Heartland Lodge Chippewa Falls with their three rect the improvement and erection of their churches and monas- accounting firm. This internship No. 42. Tom once again began children, William, Henry and Vic- teries, and to manage the expenses of their buildings, and became would lead to a job and much through the chairs to the office of toria. Their love of animals is members of an establishment which had so high and sacred a des- more. Tom would leave Wipfli to Junior Warden when Wipfli trans- shared throughout the family with tination, was so entirely exempt from all local, civil jurisdiction, ac- work as a Senior Network Admin- ferred him back to the Eau Claire two dogs, Millie and Turkey and knowledged the pope alone as its direct chief, and only worked istrator for an internet service but area. He would settle in three cats. The family relaxes by under his immediate authority; and thence we read of so many ec- would shortly return to Wipfli. Chippewa Falls were he again retreating to their lakeside cabin. clesiastics of the highest rank--abbots, prelates, bishops--conferring Tom would work in Eau Claire joined the lodge, Chippewa Falls Tom tries to bring Masonic additional weight and respectability on the order of Freemasonry were Wipfli had a strong policy of Lodge No. 176. Bro. Les Paulson ideals and values into his business by becoming its members--themselves giving the designs and su- community involvement and out- thought he had enough and made and instill them into his employ- perintending the construction of their churches, and employing reach. Tom’s boss suggested the sure Tom’s journey to the East ees. According to Tom . . . “It just the manual labor of their own monks in the edification of them." Masons. was expediated. Tom has served becomes something you do. A Thus in England, in the tenth century, the Masons are said to have Tom would join Eau Claire Chippewa Lodge as Master, way of life. One big family.” received the special protection of King Athelstan; in the eleventh Lodge No. 112. Bro. Jeff Taylor Treasurer and Secretary. He has century, Edward the Confessor declared himself their patron; and would be his top line signer and served the Grand Lodge as an in the twelfth, Henry I. gave them his protection. Bro. Les Paulson his second line A.A. and DDGM before being ap- Into Scotland the Freemasons penetrated as early as the begin- First ning of the twelfth century, and erected the Abbey of Kilwinning, which afterwards became the cradle of Scottish Masonry under Responders the government of King Robert Bruce. Of the magnificent edifices which they erected, and of their ex- Pin alted condition under both ecclesiastical and lay patronage in other countries, it is not necessary to give a minute detail. It is sufficient to say that in every part of Europe evidences are to be found of the existence of Freemasonry, practised by an organized body of workmen, and with whom men of learning were united; or, in other words, of a combined operative and speculative institution. What the nature of this speculative science continued to be, we may learn from that very curious, if authentic, document, dated at Cologne, in the year 1535, and hence designated as the "Char- ter of Cologne." In that instrument, which purports to have been issued by the heads of the order in nineteen different and important cities of Europe, and is addressed to their brethren as a defence against the calumnies of their enemies, it is announced that the order took its origin at a time "when a few adepts, distinguished by their life, their moral doctrine, and their sacred interpretation of the arcanic truths, withdrew themselves from the multitude in order more effectually to preserve uncontaminated the moral pre- As a law enforcement offi- cepts of that religion which is implanted in the mind of man." cer, firefighter and Emer- We thus, then, have before us an aspect of Freemasonry as it gency Medical Technician, existed in the middle ages, when it presents itself to our view as we greatly appreciate first- both operative and speculative in its character. The operative ele- hand, the life saving work of ment that had been infused into it by the Dionysiac artificers of this segment of our popula- Tyre, at the building of the Solomonic temple, was not yet dissev- tion. If you have served in ered from the pure speculative element which had prevailed in it public safety as a firefighter, anterior to that period. emergency medical respon- As always, I welcome your questions, suggestions, and der or as a law enforcement thoughts. Please send them to me at: [email protected] officer, thank you for your I look forward to hearing from you. service. We have a pin to honor your contribution to Most S&F, Bro. Jerry serve others. Please contact your AA or Feedback and questions are always welcome. DDGM for a pin. Contact Grand Orator Jerry A. Reick at [email protected] Shriners believe in you. Wisconsin Masonic Journal When you become a Shriner you become part of a brotherhood of men committed to family, engaged in ongoing personal growth, and dedicated to providing care for children in need. email address Becoming a Shriner is easier than you think and its rewards can be far more than you expect. Take the first step, visit our website . [email protected]

WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH 2021 - PAGE 5 Wis. Masonic Foundation Random Acts of Kindness The Wisconsin Masonic Foun- only able to match up to $3000 an application is needed please dation Random Acts of Kindness in total per lodge, including schol- contact Erika Miller in the Grand is a program offering up to $3000 arships, for each fiscal year (May Lodge office 262-965-2200 or in matching foundation funds for 1 - April 30). Wisconsin Masonic Foundation lodge support of a local charity The foundation board and staff Executive Director Bro. Gary 501(c)(3) organization or a local look forward to receiving your ap- Beier at [email protected] or unit of government (school or plications. If there are questions or (414) 520-7870. other municipal or county entity). Up to $2000 in matching funds are available for Medical grants, Support Your up to $500 for a Matching Schol- arship and up to $500 for other Wisconsin Masonic Charities Acts of Kindness projects. If your Erika Miller, Development Officer Lodge chooses not to participate [email protected] in the Matching Scholarship Pro- gram, up to $1000 will be avail- able for non-medical Acts of Kindness programs. Participating lodges identify the organization of their choice (dol- lars can support a specific project or program or can be given on an unrestricted basis). Lodge match- ing funds along with the attached Dear Brethren, Ladies, and Friends, application and any other paper- work are submitted to the founda- As we move toward spring I am excited about the work ahead at Mark Arend, Gerald Capelle, Mark Fischer Jr., Knights Templar tion, which will meet Three Pillars.

Foundation, Steven Kopp, Florin Lascu, Robert Lund, Clarence approximately every 60 days to We continue to do all we can to keep our residents and staff safe. Mankiewicz, Andrew Martins, Douglas Morrison, Edward Mouw, review and approve requests. This program along with the Thanks to a partnership with Walgreens Pharmacy we were able James Myrhum, David Rambow, Joseph Reeve, Dale Slaasted, Col other matching gift programs of to offer vaccinations to all our residents and staff. This is an impor- Smith, Clarence Vrooman, Grant Walden, Theodore Walker the foundation gives lodges many tant milestone and another good sign that an end can be near if we continue to do the important things to keep each other safe. ways to impact their communities each year. We are extremely pleased to begin two construction projects start- Email your Lodge News and Upcoming Events Because of limits on the total ing this March: A renovation of a majority of our skilled nursing fa- amount of matching funds avail- cility, MCHR, and an expansion of Riverside Lodge. [email protected]. able, the foundation is currently MCHR Renovation

We will complete the renovation in four phases, one wing at a time. Each phase will take approximately four months to complete. Support Your Wisconsin Masonic Charities Masonic Once this renovation is complete, our health care center will provide 36 long-term care private rooms with private bathrooms, in addition to our short-term rehab unit, Hickory Suites. This right-sizing from Memorials and Contributions Masks the current capacity of 70 rooms has enough space to incorporate more intimate dining and living spaces that help ensure Three Pillars Gift Report January 2021 will provide the very best in safe, person-centered, and dignified care for years to come. Wisconsin Masonic Foundation Riverside Lodge Expansion General Fund: Ozaukee Lodge, Lafayette Lodge, Garold Michaelsen, Jill At the same time, we will expand Riverside Lodge to add 52 new Uzell community-based residential facility (CBRF) Assisted Living units. Youth Fund: Once this addition is complete, our campus will be home to 69 In memory of Burton Larson: higher level assisted living units with occupancy for 75 individuals. Danie Sherry Riverside Lodge will continue serving our residents in memory Acts of Kindness: care—offering 17 care suites, and Compass Point will continue to Acacia Itasca Lodge, Dells Lodge, Hartford Lodge, Prairie offer Catered Assisted Living in an apartment setting. View Lodge Humphrey Smith Fund: These are important strategic additions to our campus as we con- Joseph Balint tinue to provide unique settings to support independent and vibrant Pillars of the Future: lives in the least restrictive environment possible. Jeffrey Bryden Pay Pal Giving Fund: The Grand Lodge Square On behalf of everyone at Three Pillars, thank you for your support Ozaukee Lodge Store has Masonic Masks and patience as we undergo this renovation and addition to improve our campus for our residents and the community. Matching Scholarships: for sale individually or in Prairie View Lodge, Smith Lodge, Forest Lodge, Ozaukee bulk. Fraternally, Lodge

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[ ] Grand Master’s Appeal 2020/2021 Grand Master’s Appeal [ ] Wisconsin Masonic Foundation [ ] Wisconsin Masonic Service & Assistance Fund Every Child Deserves a Place at the Table [ ] Wisconsin Masonic Youth Fund [ ] Other ______“At the end it’s not about what you have or even what you’ve accomplished. It’s about who you’ve [ ] Designated for______lifted up, who you’ve made better. It’s about what you’ve given back.”—Denzel Washington

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[ ] In memory of: ______There are many kids out there today who will excel in school and excel in life if they have food to eat. Amount ______Date______Feeling hungry all the time does not allow them to concentrate on anything else but the pain hunger. With schools not being in session due to the pandemic, many children are not able to get the only Please acknowledge to: Name ______meals they would normally have through lunch and breakfast programs.

Address ______Organizations such as Feeding Wisconsin supply food through distribution centers such as mobile and non-mobile food pantries Supporting local food pantries and local meal programs is the way to get City______State______Zip______these kids a place at the table. It is a way to touch their lives. Many lodges have pushed forward by Make your check payable to the benevolence you have having special events to support food pantries and volunteering to distribute food through local and selected above and mail to: Wisconsin Masonic Charities mobile food pantries. No matter whichever way it is done, the results are the same by touching some- one’s life for a better future. 36275 Sunset Drive, Dousman, WI 53118 Phone 262-965-2200 • email: [email protected] I applaud your response to the Grand Master’s Appeal. This month’s thermometer tells the story of your commitment to relieve the distressed. We are $3,000 away from hitting a $60,000 gift. Please The Wisconsin Masonic Foundation is organized under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The Grand Lodge of Wisconsin is organized consider a gift. The aid coming from this sizable donation might only be scratching the surface of solving under Section 501(c)(10) of the Internal Revenue Code. You should consult hunger in Wisconsin, but through your generousity, maybe many children will be able to go to bed with- your tax adviser to determine whether your contribution qualifies to receive a out being hungry. tax-deduction under the Internal Revenue Code.

PAGE 6 - WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH 2021 Whether you’re looking into moving today, or simply want to keep your options open, consider our Catered | Assisted Living Community, Compass Point, for when you’re ready! We have an apartment calling your name!

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WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH 2021 - PAGE 7 Three Pillars Residents Enjoy the Snow

Patty Bailey with her buried cave Diane Sweitzer and Coletta Kopp finish their snowwoman. John Kopp with his creation. woman.

Residents of Three Pillars Senior Living Communities take advantage of a nice winter day along the Bark River on the beautiful Three Pillars Campus to created a few “snowwomen”. Submitted by Tom Sweitzer and Bro. Don Badgley

District 6 Zoom meeting provides an opportunity to share ideas By Bro. Dave Ritchie The recent District 6 meeting, held via Zoom, was filled with the sharing of ideas and Brotherly Love. District 6 Deputy Grand Master James R. Giese opened the meeting with a prayer and the “Pledge of Allegiance”. He brought the District up to speed on events happening with Grand Lodge and around the state. Junior Grand Warden David R. Ritchie spoke on “Civility” and how it starts with the individual. Bro. Chris Cochrane, of Oshkosh Lodge No. 27 gave a presentation on the Executive Training Program being used by the Lodge. Deputy Grand Master Gary Stang closed the evening bringing greetings form Grand Master Kenneth C. Gorgen and giving a few comments.

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PAGE 8 - WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH 2021 Three Pillars’ Outreach Program Three Pillars’ Outreach Program can help you succeed with many of life’s challenges. Caregiver Support

A caregiver is someone who regularly looks after someone to help maintain their quality of life.

Finding the right caregiver for you or your loved one doesn’t need to be a difficult task. With the help of Three Pillars’ Outreach Program, we will connect you with the proper resources to match you with the caregiver to best fit your needs.

If you’re interested in learning more about caregiver resources and opportunities, or would like to learn about our other services provided, please call Lauri at 888.546.8885 or [email protected].

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Lodge of Perfection because she is not a member of that organization. mained an active brother, speaking at a lodge just nights Many have opined that this female celebrity should before he died too early, perishing in a plane crash in As we welcome March, we trust the coldest days of not wear an emblem of an organization of which she 1971. He was also a huge advocate for veterans and the winter season are behind us and look forward to does not belong, calling it disrespectful. Equating this as spoke openly of his post-war issues with depression, milder days. The first day of spring on the March calen- impersonation of someone or something you are not. bringing awareness to a subject that, at the time, was not dar indicates longer minutes/hours of daylight are on the Other have applauded the spotlight it has put on the fra- very openly discussed. way. We look forward to the revelation of rebirth and ternity and don’t consider it unusual or offensive. Maybe Besides the great telling of World War II battles, growth of God’s wondrous creation. we overlook the errors that benefit us? having great real-life characters with names like Snuffy As Masons we are familiar with Euclid’s 47th prob- There is certainly no shortage of opinions contained Jones and Horseface Johnson, and giving insight to sol- lem or the Pythagorean Theorem and the importance of within the public and determining right or wrong is dier life at the time, To Hell and Back, also has some geometry. As a carpenter by trade, I probably used this equally a personal choice. Whether the topic is political, great lines from Murphy that makes it no surprise he geometry most every day in my (much younger) rough religious, or social we all draw from our experiences, the would be raised a Brother after returning home. My fa- framing tasks. Pythagoras is also credited with the dis- paths we’ve individually travelled and our current situa- vorite of those lines from the book is: “Infinite threats covery of the “golden rectangle”; sometimes referred to tion to help us navigate to a conclusion. I’m certainly not make up the whole. Eliminate the little problems, and the as the “golden ratio” or “golden proportion” which is de- asking you to form yet another opinion, but rather self- big ones will take care of themselves.” termined by the irrational number known as “Phi”. The examine our own actions and how they may be publicly Even if you don’t have time to read the book, I rec- golden ratio is represented by the Greek letter “Phi” and viewed. ommend at least Googling Audie Murphy and spending has a value (ratio) of approximately 1.618 as found by In the first degree of Masonry we’re charged to some time reading about the outstanding character of Italian, Leonardo Fibonacci. I will leave it up to your own avoid reproach or censure from our behavior. In the ex- this man and the great accomplishments of his life. curiosity to look up the actual mathematics of the golden ample above, whether intentionally or inadvertently worn, ratio. You will find the illustrated examples of the golden the public has formed many opinions good, bad and neu- Bryan Sullivan rectangle and golden spiral and Fibonacci’s mathemati- tral. This entertainer has issued an apology and prom- Most Wise Master cal numerical sequence. ised not to wear the item again on this talk show. My intention is to show you how this golden ratio is Others have said it in past much better than I can, Children’s Dyslexia Center naturally pleasing to our senses as it appears in geom- so I’ll try to paraphrase. When you become a Mason and etry, art, architecture, music and most patterns found in advance through the degrees, you’ve earned the privi- We will prevail as we March out of winter and into nature. Buildings and architecture incorporating the lege of what it means to wear that ring, pin, apron or spring. It has been a year of meeting new challenges at golden ratio are more aesthetically pleasing; an example badge. It distinguishes you as a person who also has The Children’s Dyslexia Center-Madison online. During of which is the Parthenon and the great pyramids. In art, earned the trust of his brothers – a person of certain their daily virtual school routines, students received sys- it is found in the Sistine Chapel ceiling and in Da Vinci’s moral standard. Perhaps, we as Masons have not been tematic instruction for reading and spelling. I could not Mona Lisa and The Last Supper. The photographer uses diligent on adequately informing the public what it means be more proud of how our students and practitioners the rule of thirds in setting up his subject on his lens. It to be a Mason, the significance of that achievement, and have prevailed in the face of disruption. Being data-dri- is using balance, proportion and symmetry to create vi- the diligence required to maintain the moral standards ven, the proof will be in our annual assessment which sual harmony. In music it is a ratio of the frequencies of we revere? How we interact with the public deserves check the progress made during this most unusual year pitch in a musical interval. much forethought and effort to keep the reputation of the but make no mistake; we have prevailed. The tutors are In nature, we see it in the flower, the arrangement fraternity unsullied, least we suffer similar consequences more tech-savvy and flexible, and our students have of the seeds in the sunflower head and the pine cone, of public reproach. learned not to give up even in a pandemic. the number of male and female bees in a beehive, the Our program's cornerstone builds decoding and en- nautilus and the swirls of the galaxy and the hurricane. Tim Smillie coding, beginning with sound to symbol, then to mor- In the human body, numerous measurements divided by Sovereign Prince phemes and their meanings. As a perennial student and another measurement is amazingly close to Fibonacci’s teacher of the English language, it is beautiful to look at 1.618 ratio. Examples are: a) height of a human divided Rose Croix all the meaningful and predictable patterns of our lan- by distance between navel and the floor; b) distance be- guage. The fingerprint of history: wars, migrations, inven- tween fingertip and elbow divided by distance between I’d like to take this month’s article as an opportunity tions through the Anglo-Saxon, Jutes, Romans and wrist and elbow; c) length of face divided by width of the to introduce another Brother who many of our fraternity French (Latin), and Greek all still relevant. There are face; d) distance between the 2 pupils of the eyes by the might not be familiar with but who had some amazing bread crumbs in every word in our language that speaks distance between the eyebrows; e) width of the 2 upper accomplishments in his life. This Brother is Audie Mur- our history and story back to us. front teeth divided by their height. All examples of The phy. As in prevail, Modern English 1570 (valor, value, Grand Architect of the Universe’s continued wonders of As an avid reader, and even more so during the avail) Pre (before) Valor (power and strength); from creation; praise and glory be to him every day and es- Covid lockdown, I make a point to switch genres of the French (prelaleir, valere -be stronger or more able); from pecially as we welcome Spring. Enjoy! books I read. A few weeks ago it was time for a historical Latin (1400-prevailen-effecacious); from Proto-Indo-Eu- piece. I was looking for something from World War II ropean (wal-strong) (V and W shared shapes in the his- Lyle G. Christian when I came across Audie Murphy, considered to be the tory of the alphabet)(1500 BC). Thrice Potent Master most decorated soldier in World War II and 32 Degree Many millennia of people before us needed a word Mason. He received every decoration of valor possible for rising to strength. To me this reminds us that as ex- Princes of Jerusalem from the United States and several from foreign coun- traordinary as the last year is, it is what generations be- tries. fore us have spoken of, rising to find more strength. As we all utilize the Entered Apprentice Degree to Murphy received the Medal of Honor for his heroic When language is logical and meaningful, it speaks open and close Lodges during the Covid-19 Pandemic, actions in WWII. His company was under heavy attack stories of us and becomes rooted in memory. I again turn to the vital lessons contained within it for in- from more than one hundred Germans in France. After Join us to celebrate and support CDC-Madison’s spiration of this article. It is my hope that focusing on the ordering his troops back, he climbed on a burning tank successes! ground floor causes us all to reflect and enjoy this great destroyer, which could blow at any moment, and used Please join our WALK FOR DYSLEXIA May 15th opportunity to rebuild ourselves, our Lodges, and our it’s .50 caliber machine gun to hold back the enemy for https://walkfordyslexiamadison.org/ membership as we meet on the level with an eye toward nearly an hour, killing twenty enemy soldiers and saving incrementally reopening as Master Masons. his company. The book also tells of other selfless acts Kelly Kuenzie At the time of this writing, celebrity talk show host and his appreciation for his companions. One interesting Director Whoopi Goldberg had faced public backlash for wearing tidbit was when he tried to get back into battle while suf- a Prince Hall Mason sweater on television. You may be fering a 105 degree fever from malaria while in Sicily. wondering why this is news and if you should care? Con- Besides his accomplishments during WWII, Murphy sidering, we wear clothing with corporate branding la- was a successful author, poet, actor, and songwriter. His bels, insignias and logos on them regularly, why would autobiography, titled To Hell and Back, which is what I a square and compasses cause controversy and not a ended up reading, was a bestseller, making him famous designer logo? Why would that visual be viewed as neg- worldwide. He would also go on to star in the movie ative? One may also be asking if this is good or bad pub- adaption of his book. From there he launched a career licity for the Prince Hall organization. Part of this stems in film and print. from a female wearing an emblem or a fraternity, but also After receiving his 32nd degree in 1957, he re-

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PAGE 10 - WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH 2021 Help Us Identify Brothers Camp Douglas Accomplishing Great Things Hunter’s Raffle For generations Freemasonry this type of man like we used to?” and in the fields furthering the sci- has attracted the best men of their The answer to these questions lies ences. We have Brothers who generation. We have had men of in the type of man Masonry brings have accomplished great things in Hunters and friends can still take advantage of Camp Douglas government, science and the arts. in. In one word, “humility.” sports. Our Brothers are pub- Lodge No. 272’s gun raffles even with the COVID-19 restric- Men who have been explorers, Today we have Masons working lished authors and talented musi- tions. warriors, and leaders. I have heard in our State Capital and other cians. Many men in our ranks it asked, “Where are these men seats of government. We have have defended this country with This year the annual Hunter’s Night has been cancelled but today? Why aren’t we attracting men working in Universities, labs, military distinction. We do not the Lodge will be selling tickets for a 24 gun safe, a rifle, a hear of them because most are shotgun and two handguns. simply too humble to talk about themselves. In future editions of the Wiscon- sin Masonic Journal we would like Tickets are $20.00 to highlight those men. These are Only 500 are being sold! men of exemplary feats outside of Masonry. Men we sit in lodge with, on the level, but have done or are doing great things. If you Drawing will be June 1, 2021 know of a Brother of great ac- complishment, heroic stature, or just plain interesting please con- For Tickets Contact: tact Dave Ritchie 608-482-3553 or [email protected]. Bro. Wade Parker at 608-343-0592 Thanks. Let’s highlight these or humble men amongst us. Bro. Chuck Huffman at 608-315-0056 Years of Service Presentations Due to space limitations and the number of “years of service awards” presented by the lodges, the Wisconsin Masonic Journal is only able to publish photos of 50 Email your Lodge News and Upcoming Events year and over members. Exceptions can be made due to [email protected]. illness and special situations.

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Rhinelander Lodge Assists Special Olympics

Brothers of Rhinelander Lodge No. 242 assisted Lights of the Northwoods with traffic control for the annual Christmas light drive-through display at Hodag Park in Rhinelander on Dec. 18. Every year, volunteers for Lights of the Northwoods string lights and set up displays for a fes- tival of lights at the park. Mone- tary and food donations are accepted as car loads of people exit the exhibit and 2020 was a banner year. Almost 8500 pounds of food was split between the Rhinelander, Elcho and Toma- hawk food pantries. Rod Ankrom (right) from Rhinelander Special Olympics re- Monetary donations this year ceives a check from Rhinelander Brothers from left: Master Reedsburg Lodge donates masks were given to six different groups. Bob Dionne, Junior Warden Dan Schachtschneider and Rhinelander Lodge teamed up Past Master Tony Jones. Reedsburg Lodge No. 79 again stepped up to the call by delivering with the local Special Olympics group and $500 was donated to sponsor. It was a great time for of 2021. 200 masks of variable sizes to Reedsburg Area Medical Center. This them from Lights of the North- all and the Brethren look for- now amounts to over 1,000 masks aimed to protect our community. Submitted by Bro. Tony Jones, PM Past Master Bob Anderson presents the Masks to Carla Mercer, Mar- woods, with the Lodge as their ward to doing it again at the end keting Director for the Reedsburg Area Medical Center. Photo by Bro. Bob Anderson District 8 Events Manawa Lodge Assists in COVID-19 Battle

Manawa Masonic Center located in the center of Waupaca County provides an excellent loca- Mystic Tie Lodge wins Emily’s Smile tion for the vaccinations. From left: Margo Dieck, Public Health Emergency Preparedness Co- ordinator; Jed Wohlt, Health Officer; Dave Forsythe, Manawa Lodge Trustee; Sarah Rhone, Mystic Tie Lodge No. 280, Ladysmith, was awarded the Emily's Smile Public Health Nursing Supervisor; Fred Zaug, Manawa Lodge Trustee; and Andrew Carlin, Award by the Brothers of Forest Lodge No. 130 of Wausau. The Broth- Emergency Manager. ers of Mystic Tie Lodge were chosen to win the 2020 Emily's Smile challenge which is sponsored by Forest Lodge. The award comes with By Bro. Dave Ritchie a $500 cash prize which is to be awarded to a charitable organization. The Brothers of Manawa Lodge The Brothers of Mystic Tie Lodge chose the Rusk County Women With No. 82 have joined the battle Courage Foundation to be their recipient of the $500. Women With against COVID-19. The health of- Courage Foundation (WWCF) was organized in 2004. The Foundation ficials from Waupaca County are offers financial support to cancer patients within Rusk County. Mystic teaming up with the Lodge to pro- Tie Lodge's Master Doug Kueny presents the check to Leanne Burch, vide vaccinations. In speaking with a board member of the Women With Courage Foundation. Andrew Carlin, Emergency Man- Submitted by Bro. Bill Howard, Secretary/Treasurer ager, and Jed Wohlt, Waupaca County Health Officer, both men were excited by the opportunity. Waupaca County has a popula- Travel into Foreign Countries tion of about 56,000 of which over 10,000 are over the age of 65. The vaccine is in high demand In the opening and closing of a Lodge the Sen- and in a county made up of ior Warden informs the Brethren that he travels smaller communities there just are into Foreign Countries. not enough pharmacies to meet the demand. As a Master Mason we are to travel into For- The lodge offers many advan- eign Countries but have not been given the tages with its location in the center power to do so. We are bound to King of the county and spacious lay Solomon working at the Temple and cannot out. The way the building is de- travel into Foreign Countries. This is fully depicted with the degree signed they can set up 6 vaccina- presentation portion of the ruffians. They cannot leave. It applies tion stations and maintain health to all. distancing. The process which can How then can we travel into Foreign Countries to work and receive take 25-30 minutes can mean a Master’s wage? What must happen so we may make such a jour- long waits by taking care of multi- ney? ple people at a time, things are sped up. Currently Waupaca In the third degree of Royal Arch Masonry, the Most Excellent Mas- County is receiving about 200 ter Degree, we find the answers to these questions. We receive the vaccines per week and hopes that power to travel into Foreign Countries to work and receive a Mas- number increases in the weeks ter’s wage. ahead. It is the only nonpharmacy The Most Excellent Master Degree is conferred in a Lodge of Most being used as a vaccination site. Excellent Masters. All Master Masons should petition a Chapter of Royal Arch Masons to have a better understanding of Ancient Craft Attend and Support Freemasonry. Your Lodge!

WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH 2021 - PAGE 13 Lake Country Freemasons Lodge Supports Local Scout Troop

By Bro. Tom Ewald perfect opportunity to support a community

youth group. Troop #49 is special not only be- Lake Country Freemasons Lodge No. 42 re- cause they are in our backyard, but because they cently hosted the Summit Scout Troop #49’s also have one of Southeast Wisconsin’s first all- Court of Honor awards banquet in their Lodge female Scout groups; Troop 49G. All together building on Jan. 17. The Troop and the Masons there are 43 Scouts in the troop. We also have have been in collaboration for almost 6 months several of our Lodge members who have served when the Scouts were asked to help with the as Scoutmasters, and local Council committee Lodge’s Past Master’s Picnic this past summer. members over the years, so it was really an easy Since then, the Troop has been having their reg- decision to make.” Bro. Tom added, “The expo- ular committee and scout meetings in the lower sure to all the families in the community is so level of the building. beneficial for the Lodge and the Scouts. Re- Bro. Tom Ewald Past Master and Chairman cently, Lake Country Freemasons Lodge #42 of the Trustees of the Lodge said, “When we conferred the Entered Apprentice Degree on were asked if Scout Troop #49 could use our Bro. Matt Bohman a former member of Troop Lodge for occasional meetings we thought it a #49 who is also an Eagle Scout.”

Scoutmaster Bob Townsend addresses the group. Flags are presented at the opening of the Court of Honor.

Ed Marek presents the “Wood Badge Award” to from left: Past Scoutmaster Mike Neimon, Tim Voiles and Nick Hay- den. Scouts and families attend the Court of Photos by Bro. Tom Ewald Five of the young ladies of Troop 49G. Honor.

PAGE 14 - WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH 2021 Mineral Point Lodge Hosts Art Show

By Rich Rygh People traveling to Mineral Point for the 6th annual Arts Mineral Point Member Art Show visited the historical Mineral Point Masonic Lodge Building. Mineral Point Lodge No. 1 hosted the show, running three consecutive weekends from Jan. 30 through Feb. 13, for the second straight year. Mineral Point is one of Wisconsin’s major tourist locations for history and art. It is the home of many art studios. Artwork was available for sale along with a gently used picture frame sale.

A visitor admires work by artist Kelsey Macaulay, art teacher at the Mineral Point Middle and High Schools.

Mary Bleakmore and Richard Jarman of Chicago enjoy the show.

Greg Trollop of Mineral Point examines the sculptures.

Bro. Jim Davis welcomes visitors and sells refresh- ments. Photos by Rich Rygh “It’s Grandmother’s Hat” by local artist Renee Kulfan.

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WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH 2021 - PAGE 15 Oshkosh Lodge Hosts 12th Annual Robert Burns Dinner

By Bro. Richard Yell Those attending the 12th Annual Robert Burns Dinner hosted by Oshkosh Lodge No. 27 enjoyed some Irish tunes and a bit of Opera from Mozart and Handel before dinner was served. Gretchen Tucker and Dave Loda provided the entertainment at the Oshkosh Masonic Center on Jan. 22. Brother Alex Rabe presented the haggis and gave the Ad- dress to the Haggis written by Bro. Robert Burns. A great meal was served that included chicken, beef tips, potatos, salad and of course the haggis. There were several toasts though out the evening. A great time was had by all including the Grand Master and his Lady Jan. The evening ended with the singing of “Auld Lang Syne” that was led by Gretchen.

Bro. Alex Rabe presents Bro. Robert Burns’ poem “Address to a Haggis”.

Master Mark Rutkowski proposes a toast. Grand Master Kenneth C. Gorgen and Lady Jan Gretchen Tucker entertains with some Irish enjoy the festivities. tunes. Photos by Bro. Richard Yell

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Protect Your Lodge Building in Cold Weather Hello Brethren and welcome to 2021. We are certainly off to an interesting start to the new year and I hope this message finds you all well.

Cold weather is a topic of stress to many and can be a cause of major damage to our Masonic lodge buildings. In order to help everyone protect their buildings, the following are a few tips that may be beneficial to keep freezing pipes at bay both in your lodges and at home. Please consider them and remember to check on lodge buildings frequently during the winter months especially to be sure all mechanicals are working properly. • Set your thermostat to at least 55 degrees Fahrenheit. The lower the temperature of your lodge, the more likely your pipes will freeze. • Insulate exposed pipes with insulation materials such as foam rubber or fiberglass sleeves. • Open any cabinets that contain exposed pipes to allow warm air from the building to circulate around the pipes. • Allow your water faucets to drip to help relieve pressure in the pipes and prevent them from bursting. The protection this provides toward avoiding extensive water damage will far out- weigh the added cost of the water. • Seal any cracks in the foundation or any outside walls to prevent cold air from seeping into the building. • Locate all shut-off valves so, if a pipe were to burst, you can quickly turn off water to prevent water damage. • Above all, PLEASE check on your lodge buildings regularly; daily if possible when temperatures drop below zero. If you no- tice signs of freezing, turn the thermostat up and make sure water is able to run through all water lines freely.

Thank you all for assisting in keeping our cherished lodge build- ings safe and secure.

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PAGE 16 - WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH 2021 Lodges Install Officers for 2021

Menomonie Lodge No. 164 Officers of Menomonie Lodge No. 164 for 2021 were installed on Feb. 9. From left: Southern Lakes Lodge No. 12 District 2 Deputy Grand Master Earl Gunderson; Bill Tice, Senior Warden; Leland Kegan, New 2021 Officers for Southern Lakes Lodge No. 12. Front row from left: Robert Tiler; Craig Conklin, Secretary-Treasurer; Bryce Fransway, Master; Bruce Fransway, Limosani, Senior Deacon; Robert Burton, Counselor; Past Grand Master Rodney Paulsen; Trustee; Donnie Heit, Junior Deacon; and Jon Oakland, Senior Deacon. Daniel Colburn, Master; Robert Craig, Senior Warden; and Joseph Mech, Junior Warden. Submitted by DDGM Earl Gunderson Second row: Daniel Johnson, Secretary; Paul Beduze, Treasurer; Zennie Timchak, Junior Deacon; and Andrew Willett, Installing Master. Submitted by Bro. Dan Colburn Support our Become a DeMolay Dad Providing adult mentors for enthusiastic their time helping build tomorrow’s leaders youth is a continuing mission of DeMolay. today! DeMolay is a youth-led, adult advised Learn more at: https://demo organization. They are always looking for lay.org/front-page/be-a-demolay-volun- adults who are willing to give unselfishly of teer/.

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WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH 2021 - PAGE 17 Lake Lodge’s Annual Tribute to Bro. Robert Burns

Some of the Brothers attending the virtual Robert Burns Table Lodge. By Bro. Dave Ritchie over three hundred poems many about toasts, kilts, poetry, and the national dish but did supply a pleasant evening of toasts Lake Lodge No. 189, Milwaukee, has Masonry. Not only was he named the of Scotland, the Haggis. The night is tra- and poetry. Past Grand Master Donald W. held a Bobbie Burns Night supper for Poet Laureate of Freemasonry he was ditionally closed with the singing of one Hensiak recited “The Master’s Apron”, many years. This year was no exception named Scotland’s Poet Laureate. Burn’s of Burn’s best known works “Auld Lang followed by remarks by Grand Master with the Brothers meeting by Zoom to Night suppers are held on or near Janu- Syne”. Kenneth C. Gorgen. The evening was honor the great Mason and poet. Bro. ary 25, Burn’s birthday. Traditionally, it The Brothers of Lake Lodge, couldn’t closed in traditional form with the singing Burns, who lived during the 1700s wrote is a night of high spirits, celebrated with supply the traditional supper via Zoom, of “Auld Lang Syne”.

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PAGE 18 - WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH 2021 Nathan Hale Lodge Provides Financial Contributions to the Community

By Rich Rygh Master George Jozwiak and Nathan Hale Lodge No. 350, Milwaukee, hosted a dinner on February 18 at the Tripoli Shrine Center to make charitable donations to three groups. Four AEDs were presented to the Milwaukee Public School System and checks for $1000 each to EmBark Wisconsin and Southern Waukesha County Canine Search and Rescue. EmBark Wisconsin is based in Madison, Wis. They are new organization that provides support and re- sources to survivors of domestic violence sexual assault, child abuse and those with mental health issues and PTSD and their rescue animals. They also provide finan- cial support for adoption of rescue animals. They are Master George Jozwiak growing chapters throughout Wisconsin. opens the evening. Southern Waukesha County Canine Search and Res- cue is a two year old organization that has five dogs. They provide assistance to police for search and rescue. They work with both police and fire departments. The AEDs were presented to Hamilton High School and Riverside University High School of the Milwaukee Public System. Kathleen Nemitz an AED coordinator for the school system stated the AED program has been around the Milwaukee Public School System for 15 years and has saved nine lives. Junior Warden Kenneth Dooley answered the ques- tion as to why he became a Mason. He stated, “Tonight is a good example of why I became a Mason.” Phil Buchholtz explains what Southern Waukesha County Ca- Grand Master Kenneth C. Gorgen stated what a nine Search and Rescue does for the community. Foreground pleasure it was to meet representative of the three is Jason Buchholtz and K-9 Hulk. On stage is K-9 Max and groups receiving the donations. He thanked the Noah Buchholtz At right is Phil Buchholtz and Jared Freder- Brethren of Nathan Hale Lodge for all they are doing. ick. The Grand Master spoke on what Masonry is, why men join and what it has to offer. Grand Master Kenneth C. Gorgen explains what Free- masonry is all about.

Master George Jozwiak presents a check for $1000 to co- founders of EmBark Wisconsin. From left: Sammy Michaels, Aby Moraves and Holly Muth.

Bro. Shawn Office, at podium, presents the AEDs to Hamilton High School Principal Trinette Green, Riverside University High School Nurse Kathy John- Photos by Rich Rygh son, Nurse Kathleen Nemitz and nurse and CPR instructor Xiomara Santiago. At left is Nathan Hale Lodge candidate Walter Matthews. Bro. Office attended Riverside University High School and candidate Matthews attended Hamilton High School.

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WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH 2021 - PAGE 19 Eastern Star: Leaving Paw Prints on New Entered Apprentices The Hearts of Others The General Grand Chapter of for working with current and for- the Order of Eastern Star (OES) mer military persons, coping with has adopted Service Dogs as its PTSD and other issues and in- primary, permanent charity. juries. Some are assigned to chil- Over the years, OES has con- dren who suffer from autism or tributed to many charities, with have medical issues. Each dog is the new Service Dog project being matched with its new owner de- introduced during the current tri- pending on the needs of the client ennium (2018-2020) of the Gen- and the skills and "personality" of eral Grand Chapter. the dog. The new endeavor is sup- Although the Service Dog pro- ported through fund-raising events gram is now the primary charity, and individual and chapter dona- OES continues to support a wide tions, which are forwarded to ac- variety of charitable programs, credited service dog organizations many of which also enjoy Masonic within their own states or jurisdic- support, including cancer re- tions. The recipients must be ac- search, ESTARL (Eastern Star credited by Assistance Dogs Training Awards for Religious International or the International Leadership), Masonic youth or- Guide Dog Federation. ganizations, and, in many jurisdic- It costs $25,000 to raise, tions, Eastern Star Homes for train, and place a service dog. senior members. Bro. Chad Wells is new EA in Waukesha Lodge This specialized training prepares Organized in 1876, the Gen- Bro. Chad Wells was initiated an Entered Apprentice in Waukesha Lodge No. 37 on Jan. 28. Brothers dogs to assist clients of all ages to eral Grand Chapter is a worldwide from left: Mike Consiglio, Bear Milne, Jeremy Mathis, New EA Chad Wells, Master Gary Ebert and Yazad gain more independence and se- organization that includes Eastern Godiwalla. Back row: Dale Hartung, Mark Handley, Max Ujdak, District 11 Deputy Grand Master Christo- curity. Many dogs are prepared Star Grand Chapters and subordi- pher M. Luedke, Aaron Baczek, Cody Chroninger, Steve Winters, and Ed Curran. nate chapters in 48 states in the Submitted by Bro. Gary Ebert, Master Support Our U.S., eight Canadian Provinces, the District of Columbia, Puerto Youth Groups Rico, Bolivia, Brazil, and Italy.

They are our future and the The Masonic Service Association leaders of tomorrow! of North America Emessay Notes December 2020

Masonic Square Bears Provide an extra fuzzy passen- ger in patrol cars or other emer- gency vehicles with a donation by your lodge of Square Bears. The goal is to provide comfort Four new Entered Apprentices initiated to children suffering from a traumatic event. Police meet George Washington Lodge No. 337, Freemasons Lodge No. 363, and some distinguished guests from children daily who are coping Grand Lodge, initiated four new men into our craft on Feb. 20. Congratulations to our newest Entered Ap- from a recent car accident or prentices. Freemasons Lodge welcomes Bro. Bennett Hoeft and George Washington Lodge welcomes the arrest of a loved one. A gift Brothers Nelson Brautigam, Taylor Layton and Brian Mitchell. George Washington Lodge also welcomed of a stuffed animal can provide another new member, Grand Lecturer Patrick D. Cholka was presented an honorary membership in recog- them with a level of comfort. nition and appreciation for his past service as District 12 Deputy Grand Master. Entered Apprentices in front row from left: Nelson Brautigam, Brian Mitchell, Taylor Layton and Bennett Hoeft. Visit the Grand Lodge of Wisconsin Square Store at Submitted by Grand Orator Jerry A. Reick www.wisc-freemasonry.org.

Traveling Gavel

District 1 District 7 Barnes Lodge No. 365 Sun Prairie Lodge No. 143 District 2 District 8 Menomonie Lodge No. 164 Linden Lodge No. 206 District 3 District 9 Island City No. 330 Dodge County Lodge No. 9 District 4 District 10 Mason-Woods Lodge No. 368 Rock River Lodge No. 108 District 5 District 11 Black River Lodge No. 74 Burlington Lodge No. 28 District 6 District 12 Wisconsin Rapids Lodge No. 128 Damascus Lodge No. 290

Please check with the Master of the lodge listed before scheduling a trip to claim the Traveling Gavel. It may already have been claimed by or delivered to another lodge. Bro. Paakwesi Mauro initiated in Henry L. Palmer Lodge The “Sweet Fruit of Patience”. Three Grand Lodge officers including Grand Master Kenneth C. Gorgen and two of his officers honored Henry L. Palmer Lodge No. 301 witnessing the initiation of Bro. Paakwesi Mauro. Bro. Mauro had petitioned Palmer prior to COVID-19 related lockdown. Having re- ceived his degree, and being desirous of more light, Bro. Mauro displayed his desire to improve himself in Masonry by being examined in open lodge. He looks forward to his Fellowcraft degree. Front row from left: John Wackman; Andy Mayeshiba; Damar Reed, Master; Paakwesi Mauro, Grand Master Kenneth C. Gor- gen; Scott Mueller; Richard Evans; Grand Lecturer Patrick D.Cholka. Back row: District 12 Deputy Grand Master Jeffrey S. Thiele, Jim McGuigan, Matthew Benjamin, Michael Vlahoulis, James Holmblad and Robert Galburth Sr. Submitted by Bro. Jim McGuigan

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Albany Neenah/Menasha Albany Lodge No. 36 Twin Cities Lodge No. 61 205 N. Water St. • 608-778-0802 241 E. Wisconsin Ave. • 920-722-3611 Meet 3rd Wed., 7:00 p.m. Meets 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7 p.m. Dark July & August Dark June - Aug. Open after Labor Day Stated Communications Appleton New Diggings Waverly Lodge No. 51 for the Mason Traveling in Wisconsin Olive Branch Lodge No. 6 315 S. Bluemound Dr. • 920-738-9220 26750 Cty. Rd. W • 608-965-3122 Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m. Meets All Year Meets All Year

Cecil Evansville Kenosha Menomonie Appleton New Glarus Mason-Woods Lodge No. 368 Union Lodge No. 32 Kenosha Lodge No. 47 Menomonie Lodge No. 164 New Glarus Lodge No. 310 Appleton Lodge No. 349 N6446 Emery Ansorge Rd. 705 Brown School Rd • 608-921-9907 115 56th St. • 262-287-9878 105 N. 21st St. • 715-797-9094 207 6th Avenue • 608-527-2583 (Sec) 241 E. Wisconsin Ave., Neenah • 608-642-3692 (Sec) • 3rd Tues., 10 a.m. Meet 2nd Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Meet 2nd (dinner 5:30 p.m.) & 4th Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m. 920-725-4896, Meet 2nd & 4th Wed., Dark January & February Meets All Year Tues., 7 p.m. Meets All Year Meets All Year Dark June, July & August 7 p.m. Dark July & August

Chetek Florence Kenosha Mercer Argyle New Holstein Chetek Lodge No. 277 Hiram D. Fisher Lodge No. 222 Unity Lodge No. 367 Hurley Lodge No. 237 Calumet Lodge No. 172 Argyle Lodge No. 178 216 Morrison St. 5143 N. Montgomery Lake Rd.. 4320 Washington Rd. • 262-657-5575 5189 N. Harper • 715-776-0710 2019 Washington St.• 920-257-3885 104 E. Milwaukee St. • 608-523-4714 Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7 p.m. 906-396-7915 Meet 2nd Wed., Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m. Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 6:30 p.m. Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7 p.m. Meet 2nd Thursday, 7:30 p.m. Dark June, July & August 6:30 p.m. Meets All Year Dark Dec.-Feb. Dark December thru March Meets All Year Meets All Year

Chippewa Falls Fond du Lac La Crosse Merrill New Richmond Baldwin Chippewa Falls Lodge No. 176 Fond du Lac Lodge No. 26 La Crosse Masonic Lodge No. 190 Virginia Falls Lodge No. 226 New Richmond Lodge No. 195 Collins-Spring Valley Lodge 192 650 Bridgewater Ave. • 715-579-8949 500 W. Arndt St. • 920-922-5800 118 8th Street So. • 608-782-1616 916½ E. Main St. • 715-536-0020 (Sec.) 119 E. 2nd St. • 715-246-2144 790 Main St. • 715-928-0001 (Sec) 1st Tues. stated, 3rd Tues., social, Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m. Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7 p.m. 7 p.m., Meets All Year Dark July and August Meets All Year Meets All Year Dark June, July & August Meets All Year

Clear Lake Franklin La Crosse Merrillan Oconomowoc Baraboo Clear Lake Lodge No. 230 South Shore Lodge No. 3 Frontier-Badger Lodge No. 45 Merrillan Lodge No. 279 Lake Country Freemasons Lodge No. 42 Baraboo Lodge No. 34 411 Third Ave. • 715-268-4310 9023 S. 27th St. • 414-761-6474 118 S. 8th St. • 608-782-1616 105 S. Main Street • 715-333-5643 (Sec) 2911 N. Dousman Rd., Oconomowoc 108 Second Ave. • 608-381-0083 4th Monday, 7:30 p.m., Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7:30 pm Meet 2nd & 4th Thurs., Dinner, 6 pm, Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7 p.m. 262-367-2309 • Meet 1st & 3rd Wed., Meet 1st & 3rd Wed,, 6 p.m. social, 7 Meets All Year Dark July & August Meeting 7 p.m. Dark July & August Dark January, February & March 7 p.m., Dark 1st Wed., July & Aug. p.m. meeting. Dark July and August

Columbus Frederic Ladysmith Middleton Oconto Barneveld Columbus Lodge No. 75 Landmark Lodge No. 244 Mystic Tie Lodge No. 280 Four Lakes Daylite Lodge No. 362 Pine Lodge No. 188 Barneveld Lodge No. 319 318 N. Ludington St. • 920-248-9685 109 United Way • 715-566-0350 705 E. 3rd St. N. • 715-532-7696 (Sec) 7409 Franklin Ave. • 608-831-8947 513 Superior Ave. • 920-604-2826 108 S. Jones St. • 608-445-0445 (Sec) (Sec) • 2nd Mon., 7 p.m., stated Meet 2nd & 4th Tues., Dinner 6 p.m., Meets 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Meets 1st Mon. - 2nd Mon. if 1st is holiday Meet 2nd Monday, 7 p.m. Meet 2nd Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Meets All Year meeting 7 p.m. Meets All Year Meets All Year weekend., 10 a.m. Meets All Year Dark December & January Meets All Year

Crandon Friendship Lake Geneva Middleton Oconto Falls Bayfield Crandon Lodge No. 287 Quincy Lodge No. 71 Geneva Lodge No. 44 Middleton-Ionic Lodge No. 180 Oconto Falls Lodge No. 293 118 S. Lake Ave. • 715-616-9166 (Sec) 210 Main St. • 608-853-1768 (Sec.) 335 S. Lake Shore Dr. • 262-497-6322 7409 Franklin Ave. • www.middle Bayfield Washburn No. 215 170 N. Washington St. • 920-373-5747 Meet 2nd Tuesdays Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7 p.m. 2nd & 4th Tues., social and dinner 6 tonionic.org 1st & 3rd Tues., 7:30 p.m. 29 N. 2nd Street • 715-209-6397 Meet 1st Mon., Sept. 2nd Mon., 7 p.m. Meets All Year Dark January & February p.m., meet 7 p.m. Dark July & Aug. 608-831-5416, Dark July & August Meet 1st Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. Meets All Year

Meets All Year Crivitz Galesville Linden Milton Milton Lodge No. 161 Omro Beaver Dam Masonic Light Lodge No. 218 Decora Lodge No. 177 Linden Lodge No. 206 918 Louisa St. • 715-927-8998 618 Main St. • 608-623-2143 (Sec) 508 Vernal Avenue • 608-436-0098 Omro Lodge No. 168 Dodge County Lodge No. 72 231 S. Main St. • 608-539-5230 Meet 1st Wednesday 6 p.m. Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 8 p.m. Meets 4th Tuesday, 7 p.m. 160 E. Main Street • 920-379-2023 1212 DeClark St • 920-885-2628 Meets 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:00 p.m. Meets All Year Meets All Year Meets All Year Meet 2nd Monday, 7 p.m. Meet 1st Thurs. 7 p.m. & 3rd Mon. Dark July , Aug. & 1st Mon. in Sept. Meets All Year 6 p.m. Meets All Year

Darlington Green Bay Lodi Milwaukee Lodi Valley Lodge No 99 Onalaska Evening Star Lodge No. 64 Des Peres Lodge No. 85 Damascus Lodge No. 290 Beloit Onalaska Lodge No. 214 433 Wells St. • 608-482-3552 (Sec) 1950 Bond St. • 920-455-0212 114 First St. • 608-477-7102 1235 E. Howard Ave. DL290.org Morning Star Lodge No. 10 330 Main Street • 608-783-2652 (Sec) Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. Meet 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m. Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:00 p.m. Meet 2nd Tues., 4 th Tues. Social, RSVP 6 229 W. Grand Ave. • 608-530-8265 Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. Meets All Year Dark July & August Dark July & August p.m. dinner - 7 p.m. meet. Meets All Year Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m. 2nd Thurs. only, July, Aug. Nov. & Dec.

Meets All Year Delavan Green Bay Lone Rock Milwaukee Oregon Southern Lakes Lodge No. 12 N.E.W. Daylite Lodge No. 360 Franklin Lodge No. 16 Day-lite Lodge No. 358 Berlin Oregon Lodge No. 151 1007 S. 2nd St., 7 p.m. • 262-581-5378 1950 Bond St. • (920) 562-8086 227 S. Oak St. • 608-583-4303 (Sec) 3000 W. Wisconsin Ave., • 414-257-9450 Berlin Lodge No. 38 201 Park St. • 608-444-0074 (Sec) Meet 2nd & 4th Mon. Jan.-May & Aug.- Meet 2nd Thursday, 10 a.m. Meet 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 8 p.m. Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 10 a.m. 124 E. Huron St.. • 920-573-1921 Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. Nov.; 4th Mon. June-July; 2nd Mon. Dec. Dark July & August Meets All Year Meets All Year Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7 p.m. Dark July & August

Dark July & August Dodgeville Green Bay Madison Milwaukee Oshkosh Dodgeville Lodge No. 119 Theodore Roosevelt Lodge 322 Commonwealth Lodge No. 325 Freemasons Lodge No. 363 Black River Falls Oshkosh Lodge No. 27 200 W. Chapel St. • 608-935-2751 1950 Bond St. • 920-264-6177 301 Wis. Ave. • 608-212-9053 (Sec.) 3000 W. Wisconsin Ave., • 414-659-5205 Black River Lodge No. 74 204 Washington Ave. • 920-385-1034 Meet 3rd Thurs., 6 p.m. meal, 7 p.m. Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. 3rd Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. 1st Wed., 5:30 p.m. Degrees 4th Wed., 314 Main Street • 715-284-7176 Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Meeting, Meets All Year Dark July & Aug., www.roosevelt322.com Meets All Year 5:30 p.m. Meets All Year Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. Dark July & August

Dark July & August Dousman Green Bay Madison Milwaukee Owen Dousman Lodge No. 315 Washington Lodge No. 21 Doric Lodge No. 356 Lake Lodge No. 189 Bloomer Owen Lodge No. 317 214 N. Main St. • 414-429-5981 1950 Bond St .• 920-499-7265 85 S. Stoughton Rd. • 608-241-4751 1235 E. Howard Ave. • 414-744-4609 Bloomer Lodge No. 281 713 W. Third St. • 715-229-2798 (Sec.) Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m. (Sec), Meet 1st & 3rd Tues., 7 p.m. Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7 p.m. 1516 Larson St. • 715-828-7940 Meets 1st Mon., 7:30 p.m. & 3rd Mon. at 3rd Tuesday only July & August Dark July & August Meets All Year Dark on Holidays Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7 p.m. 11 a.m., July & Aug. 3rd Mon. at 11 a.m.

Dark January & February Dousman Hartford Madison Milwaukee Phillips Glenn L. Humphrey Lodge No. 364 Hartford Lodge No. 120 Hiram Lodge No. 50 Lafayette No. 265 Bristol Phillips Lodge No. 225 375 State Rd. 67 • 262-965-7360 147 N. Rural St. • 262-408-8564 301 Wisconsin Ave. • 608-209-4312 300 W. Wisconsin Ave. • 414-254-5543 Washburn Lodge No. 145 137 N. Lake Ave.•715-762-4043, 7:30 p.m. Meet 2nd Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7 p.m. Meet 3rd Mondays, 7:30 p.m Meet 2nd Tuesdays, 7 p.m. 8102 - 199th Ave.• 262-865-4552 1st Mon., Dec- Feb..; 1st & 3rd Mon. Mar.- Meets All Year Meets All Year Dark 1st Mondays, July thru Sept. Meets All Year Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. May, Oct. & Nov.; 3rd Mon., June-Sept.

2nd Thurs. only Jan. & Feb. Durand Hayward Madison Milwaukee Platteville Durand-Pepin No. 149 Keystone Lodge No. 263 Madison Lodge No. 5 Milwaukee-Harmony No. 261 Brodhead Melody Lodge No. 2 203 W. Main St. • 414-429-5981 10629 Main St. • 715-462-4363 (Sec) 301 Wisconsin Ave. • 608-322-7028 4315 N. 92nd St. • 414-961-1133 Bicknell Lodge No. 94 783 Enterprise Drive • 608-732-0987 Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7p.m. Meet 2nd Thursday, 7 p.m. Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. 1st & 3rd Tues. 7:30 p.m. 301 1st Center Ave. • 608-897-8069 Meet 1st Tuesday, 7:00 p.m. Dark July & August Meets All Year Dark 1st Thursday July & August Dark July & August Meets 2nd Monday, 7:30 p.m. Meets All Year

Dark July & August Eagle River Hustisford Manawa Milwaukee Plymouth Eagle River Lodge No. 248 Rock River Lodge No. 108 Manawa Lodge No. 82 Nathan Hale Lodge No. 350 Brookfield Cassia Lodge No. 167 610 E. Division • 715-891-2156 128 E. Anthony St., Hustisford 520 N. Bridge St. • 920-596-2476 3000 W. Wis. Ave. • 262-955-3621 McKinley Lodge No. 307 441 Smith St. • 920-892-6336 Meet 2nd Tuesday, 7 p.m. 920-349-3454 • 1st & 3rd Tues. 7p.m. Meet 2nd & 4th Mon., 7 p.m. Meets Meet 1st & 3rd Thurs., RSVP dinner 6 4550 N. Pilgrim Rd. • 414-350-6352 Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:00 p.m. Meets All Year Dark July & August Dark July and August p.m., meet at 7 p.m. Meets All Year Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m. Dark July & August

Dark July & August Eau Claire Hudson Manitowoc Mineral Point Portage Eau Claire Lodge No. 112 St. Croix Lodge No. 56 Manitowoc Lodge No. 65 Mineral Point Lodge No. 1 Brookfield Fort Winnebago Lodge No. 33 616 Graham Ave. • 715-835-8254 209 Locust Street • 715-377-0817 810 Chicago St. • 920-905-0344 (Sec) 304 High St.• 608-220-3408 Brookfield Lodge No. 370 111 W. Conant Street • 608-334-6681 2nd Tues., possible 4th Tues. 7 p.m. Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. 3rd Mon., Jan.-March, July-Sept. & Dec., 4550 N. Pilgrim Rd. • 414-940-5632 Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays 7:30 p.m. Dark July & Aug. Dark July & August Meets All Year 1st & 3rd Mon., Apr.,-June, Oct.,-Dec. Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Dark January & February

Dark July & August Eau Claire Iron River Marinette Minocqua Port Washington George B. Wheeler Lodge No. 351 Ancient Landmark No. 210 Marinette Lodge No. 182 Island City Lodge No. 330 Brookfield Ozaukee Lodge No. 17 616 Graham Ave. • 715-495-1620 7575 West Mill St. • 715-372-4684 1610 Main St. • 715-923-9397 7529 Hwy 51 South • 715-892-2392 Wisconsin Lodge No. 13 504 W. Grand Ave. • 262-366-1445 Meet 2nd & 4th Wed., Dinner 6 p.m., 1st Wed., 7 p.m., Meets All Year Meet 1st Thursday, 7:30 p.m. Meet 1st Wed., 10 a.m., 3rd Wed., 7 p.m. 4550 N. Pilgrim Rd.. • 262-939-2985 Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7 p.m. meet 7 p.m., Dark July & Aug. [email protected] Dark July & August Meets All Year Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. Meets All Year

Dark June & July Marshfield Mondovi Eau Claire Iron River Potosi Sanctuary Lodge No. 347 Barnes Lodge No. 365 Marshfield Lodge No. 224 Buffalo River Lodge No. 252 Burlington Warren Lodge No. 4 616 Graham Ave. • 715-318-1214 7575 West Mill St. • 715-372-5425 402 W. 4th St. • 715-387-4957 245 S. Franklin • 715-797-3261 (Sec) Burlington Lodge No. 28 112 S. Main St. • 608-763-2221 (Sec) Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. Meet 2nd Tues. 7:00 p.m. Meet 2nd & 4th Thurs., 6 p.m. social Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7 p.m. 325 N. Kane St. • 262-210-9510 Meets 1st Thursday, 7:30 p.m. Dark Maundy Thurs., July & August Dark January & February 7 p.m. meeting. Meets All Year Dark July & August Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m. Meets All Year

Dark July & August Edgerton Janesville Medford Monroe Prairie du Chien Fulton Lodge No. 69 Janesville-Western Star No. 55 Medford Lodge No. 217 Smith Lodge No. 31 Cambridge Prairie du Chien Lodge No. 8 312 W. Fulton St.• 608-884-4250 2322 E. Milwaukee St. • 608-752-3098 150 S. Seventh St. • 715-748-6909 1613½ Tenth St. • 608-329-4641 Social Lodge No. 245 105½ E. Blackhawk Avenue Meets 1st Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7 p.m. Meet 2nd Mondays 7:30 p.m. Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. 105 S. Spring St. • 608-423-7081 608-326-4640 (Sec) • Meet 1st & 3rd Dark July & August Meets All Year Meets All Year Dark June & July & August Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Wed., 7:30 p.m. • Meets All Year www.social245.org • Meets All Year Jefferson Menomonee Falls Mukwonago Ellsworth Prescott Jefferson County Lodge No. 9 Lincoln Lodge No. 183 Laflin-St. James Lodge No. 247 Camp Douglas Hancock Lodge No. 229 Northwestern Lodge No. 105 617 Masonic Blvd. • 920-674-6715 N86 W16856 Appleton Ave.• 414-640- 206 S. Main St. • 262-470-8616 Camp Douglas Lodge No. 272 400 High Point Dr. • 715-273-4263 132 N. Court St. • 651-210-4408 (Sec) Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7 p.m. 6569. Meet 2nd Tues., 7 p.m. Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m. 211 Main St. • 608-343-0592, Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Meets All Year Dark July & August Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Meet 1st Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Dark July & August Meets All Year Dark July & August Meets All Year Lodge Listings are continued on page 23

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Racine Waterloo Racine-Belle City Lodge No. 18 Waterloo Lodge No. 63 1012 Main St. • 262-633-6658 300 Hendricks St.. • 920-478-2800 Meets 1st Tuesday, 7 p.m. Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. Meets All Year Meets All Year

Reedsburg Waukesha Reedsburg Lodge No. 79 Waukesha Lodge No. 37 213 E. Main St. • 608-415-2596 317 South Street • 262-701-7037 Meet 1st & 3rd Thurs., 7:30 p.m. Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. www.reedsburglodge79.org Dark July & August

Rhinelander Waupaca Rhinelander Lodge No. 242 Waupaca Lodge No. 123 23 E. Davenport St. • 715-362-3080 105½ N. Main Street • 715-258-6198 Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Meets All Year Dark June, July & August

Bro. Roberts is new EA in Clear Lake Lodge Rice Lake Waupun Blue Hills Lodge No. 234 Waupun Lodge No. 48 Clear Lake Lodge No. 230 initiated Scott Roberts on Feb. 22, in an impressive EA Degree. Masons from 225 W. South St. • 715-495-2374 16 S. Madison St. • 920-324-3141 several lodges in the western part of District 2 participated in the degree or were on the sidelines. From left: Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7:00 p.m. Meets 1st Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Logan Schmidt, River Falls No. 109; Nathan Cundiff, River Falls No. 109; Rodney Christensen; Fred Ben- Meets All Year Dark July & August son, River Falls No. 109; Dan Boerboon; Loren Barnes, New Richmond No. 195; Entered Apprentice Scott Roberts; Dave Giese, Northstar No. 187; Master and & Conferring Master Steve Ruble; Barry Ausen, Richland Center Wausau Northstar No. 187; Rick Gates; Matt Cuper; James "Doc" Macfarlane, Collins-Spring Valley No. 192; and Richland Lodge No. 66 Forest Lodge No. 130 290 W. Union St. • 608-553-1418 (Sec) 3815 Fleet Dr., Wausau • 715-298-6002 Joshua Prine, Delta Lodge No. 119, Marshall, Minnesota. Meet 1st Wednesday, 7 p.m. Meet 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Photo by DDGM Earl Gunderson Meets All Year Dark June, July & August

Ripon Wautoma All Seven Ringling Brother were Prairie View Lodge No. 95 Wautoma Lodge No. 148 W14188 County Rd. KK. • 920-229-6204 203 S. Scott St. • 920-765-2495 (Sec.) Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m. Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7 p.m. Dark 4th Tues. Nov. & Dec., 2nd Tues. Jan. Dark Jan. and Feb. Raised in Baraboo Lodge No. 34 River Falls Wauwatosa The famous Ringling Brothers 34 in Baraboo, Wisconsin. All formers into one of America's River Falls Lodge No. 109 Henry L. Palmer Lodge No. 301 Circus family was composed of joined the Lodge between Janu- largest circuses in the late 19th 122 E. Walnut St. • 715-222-3939 (Sec.) 4315 N. 92nd St. • 262-424-6993 seven Masonic brothers. ary, 1890 and March, 1891. and early 20th centuries. In 1919, Meet 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. 4th Fri., 6 p.m. dinner, 7 p.m. meeting An observant Mason will read- (Only once did two of the brothers the Ringling Brothers Circus 3rd Tuesday only July & August Meets All Year ily notice this when viewing pic- join at one meeting.) merged with America's other lead- Sheboygan Wauwatosa tures of the brothers (individually Minutes show that on one spe- ing circus troupe, Barnum and Sheboygan Lodge No. 11 James M. Hays Lodge No. 331 and as a family) at the Ringling cial meeting of Baraboo Lodge in Bailey, and became a staple of the 1138 Union Ave. • 920-718-1986 (Sec.) 4315 N. 92nd St. • 414-349-7650 Brothers Circus Museum in Sara- April, 1891, the regular officers entertainment world for some 98 Meet 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m. 1st Monday, 6:30 p.m. sota, Florida, proudly wearing Ma- opened Lodge, and then all seven years, until its last circus perform- Meets All Year Dark July & August sonic pins and jewels. brothers took chairs for the re- ance in 2017.

The seven sons of German- mainder of the meeting. Shell Lake Wauwatosa born harness maker August Run- Their father was raised in Au- Shell Lake /Spooner Lodge No. 221 Independence Lodge No. 80 The Masonic Service Association 28 Doboy Drive • 715-296-3638 4315 N. 92nd St. • 414-745-3437 geling (original spelling) founded gust, 1891. of North America Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m. 4th Thurs., 7 p.m. the circus in 1884. They were all The siblings transformed their Emessay Notes December 2020 Meets All Year Meets All Year members of Baraboo Lodge No. small touring company of per- Shullsburg West Allis Amicitia Lodge No. 25 Wauwatosa Lodge No. 267 127½ Water St. • 608-963-5951 7515 W. National Ave. • 262-662-9934 Meet 2nd & 4th Thursday, 7 p.m. Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7 p.m. Meets All Year Dark July & August

Volunteers Sparta West Bend Valley Lodge No. 60 West Bend Lodge No. 138 603 N. Court St. • 608-269-2616 301 N. University Dr. • 262-323-6532 Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesday, 7 p.m. Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7 p.m. Dark July & August Meets All Year Needed! Star Prairie West Salem North Star Lodge No. 187 Salem Lodge No. 125 207 Bridge St. • 715-220-7214 101 W. Hamilton St. • 608-786-0930 (Sec) From February 19-23, 2022, Milwaukee will serve as the host of the 2022 Conference Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. Meets 4th Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. Dark June, July & August Dark July & August of Grand Masters of North America (COGMNA). This yearly conference rotates lo- cations around the United States, Canada and Mexico -- it's the largest gathering of Stevens Point Whitefish Bay Evergreen Lodge No. 93 Aurora Lodge No. 30 Grand Masters in the world and attracts nearly one thousand Masons and guests from 1756 Dixon St. • 715-572-3981, 517 E. Beaumont Ave. • 414-422-0669 Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesday, 7:00 p.m. Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. all 50 states and around the globe. While the conference and most of the dinners will Meets All Year Dark July & August take place at the Pfister Hotel, attendees will have opportunities to tour local sights and Stoughton Whitefish Bay travel to places around Milwaukee for planned events that will help make their experience Kegonsa Lodge No. 73 Geo. Washington 1776 Lodge No. 337 here more enjoyable. 125 S. 5th St. • 608-279-4299 517 E. Beaumont Ave. • 414-979-1776 Meet 1st Tues., 7 p.m. Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. Dark July & August Dark July & August

This presents us, as Wisconsin Masons, with a unique opportunity to showcase our great state to the world. Our theme will be "Wisconsin Gemütlichkeit" - which is a German Sturgeon Bay Whitewater Henry S. Baird Lodge No. 174 St. John’s Whitewater-Palmyra No. 57 word used to describe a feeling of warmth, friendliness, and good cheer; in other words, 31 S. 3rd Ave. • 920-493-3727 226 W. Main Street • 262-510-1049 what Wisconsin is all about! Meet 2nd & 4th Thurs., 6:30 p.m. Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:30 p.m. Dark July & August Meets All Year

Over the course of the conference, we aim to show all of our distinguished guests that Sun Prairie Wilmot feeling of welcomeness and warmth -- and that's where we need your help. As the plan- Sun Prairie Lodge No. 143 Wilmot Lodge No. 241 Call Sec. for Meeting Location • 608-770- 30702 113th St. • 847-774-0013 ning committee continues to work on logistics, tours, dinners, and hospitality events, 2018 Meet 1st & 3rd Mon., 7 p.m. Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. Dark July & August Dark 4th Tuesday July & August we've realized that we are going to need a lot of volunteers to help convey that warm Wisconsin welcome. Superior Winneconne Acacia-Itasca Lodge No. 329 Winneconne Lodge No. 186 By volunteering, you will essentially have a free "all access pass" to this event. This 3117 N. 21 St .• 218-590-2754 (Sec.) 100 N. 1st Street • 608-219-6935 (Sec) Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7 p.m. Meet 2nd & 4th Tues., 7 p.m. is a tremendous opportunity to meet Grand Masters and Brothers from all over the Meets All Year Dark Dec., Jan. and Feb.

world. Superior Wisconsin Dells Superior Lodge No. 236 Dells Lodge No. 124 We will need volunteers to welcome and greet guests and guide them in the right direc- 1503 Belknap St .• 218-590-0537 815 Oak St. • 608-479-1230 Meet 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m. tion, scan tickets for events, and generally help everyone feel welcomed and be in good Meets All Year Dark January & February cheer. These are volunteer opportunities for Masons and non-Masons alike, so this is Tomah Wisconsin Rapids also a great opportunity to invite your wife, friends, or someone who may be interested Tomah Lodge No. 132 Wisconsin Rapids Lodge No. 128 in Masonry to join you! Additionally, for those from outside the greater Milwaukee area: 520 E. Saratoga Street • 608-372-5507 2321 2nd Ave. So. • 715-421-9669 Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m. Meet 1st & 3rd Wed., 6 p.m. meal, 7 p.m. if you are able to volunteer multiple days, we will absolutely work to secure you overnight Dark July & August meeting, Dark July & August

accommodations in Milwaukee. Union Grove Silas H. Shepherd Union Grove Lodge No. 288 Lodge of Research No. 1843 If you are interested in helping out or have any questions, please contact Bro. Jeff Schoen- 1021 – 11th Ave. • 262-878-1494 Oconomowoc • 262-391-5716 feldt at [email protected]. Thank you -- danke und prost! Meet 3rd Saturday, 8:30 a.m. 2nd Saturday • March, June, Sept., Dec. Meets All Year Call for meeting location

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