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Consolidated Quincy Adams Lodge No. The Grand Master’s Message: 71 Holds Consecration Ceremony By Most Worshipful Grand Master of Masons in Wisconsin Brother Kenneth C. Gorgen By Bro. Keith Wohlfert “If you want to touch the past, touch a rock. If you want to touch Area Administrator Dist. 6 Area 1 the present, touch a flower. If you want to touch the future, touch Corn, wine and oil have been a life.”—Author Unknown associated as wages and as life-giv- ing foods since the earliest days of My Brothers, mankind. A score of Biblical ref- The outpouring from our lodges is based on erences attest to their great value the tenets of our profession, brotherly love, re- and symbolism for peace and lief, and truth. These are the hallmarks of our prosperity. And so it was on Sat- organization. We’re simply a group of men that urday, March 20, 2021 as Ma- believe in making a difference in the world sons from across Wisconsin and through a strong moral character and a charita- neighboring states gathered in cer- emony to consecrate the recently ble heart. The outpouring of our philosophy is merged Quincy Adams Lodge No. what the ancient Greeks called “agape”; univer- 71 in Friendship. sal, unconditional love that persists regardless Nearly 50 Masons, family mem- of circumstance. What our Craft does is to go bers and guests were present as beyond just the emotions as it works to seek the Grand Master Kenneth C. Gorgen best for others. presided over the consecration Brotherly love, relief, and truth; the founda- ceremony. He was assisted by sev- tion of our Craft for seeking to initiate new Ma- Grand Master eral Grand Masonic officers. For sons. This should never be confused with just Kenneth C. Gorgen many present, it was the first time they had witnessed such a gather- taking in new members. We must work to boost our numbers by sat- ing intended to bless a Lodge of isfying our mission of “promoting personal development by reinforc- Masonic Brothers for their in- ing moral principles…” Masonry is founded on one simple principle tended purpose as a benefit for all which is to take a good man and make him better. There is a curious mankind. lack of ambition in those words. Nevertheless, it is that basic and The new Quincy Adams Ma- that simple, but not an easy task to accomplish. It takes time, men- sonic Lodge No. 71 was created toring, education, and development of relationships –– actually over from the recent consolidation of a period of years. two neighboring Lodges in the ad- The Craft was never designed to be a social or charitable society. joining Adams County communi- ties of Adams and Friendship. The Its objective always was and is now founded in the ideal to take a two former Lodges were geo- Grand Master Kenneth C. Gorgen displays the new Lodge good man and make him better. Better for his family, church, com- graphically located less than two Charter during the installation of Master Michael Karas and munity, and lodge, and with efforts focusing on the objective of mak- miles apart. the officers of Quincy Adams Lodge. ing a better man, the charitable and social acts of Masonry happen The former Quincy Lodge No. Photo by Bro. Keith Wohlfert automatically because of that philosophy. 71 traces its roots to the earliest The efforts to introduce a new Entered Apprentice into lodge life years of statehood, with strong of Adams itself in 1911. All of this Gorgen spoke about this being a are extremely important. The new EA must grow with the Lodge. ties to commerce and travel of the activity followed shortly after the new beginning for the Lodge, and Changes happen as we associate with each other. The real mysteries day along the Wisconsin River; in Chicago & Northwestern Rail- an opportunity for Brothers to of our Craft are not about where ancient treasures are hidden or comparison the former Adams way’s new line was built through make great things happen. With a Lodge No. 332 was traditionally a Adams County to connect renewed energy and a new focus, about the magical formulas of alchemy, but about the treasures that “railroader’s” Lodge. This Lodge Chicago and the Twin Cities. there are plans to bring the Grand are hidden within friendship, morality, and brotherly love. What bet- was formed with the community In his remarks, Grand Master Master’s visions to reality. With ter place to find out that there is a hidden treasure within each and several plural members from the every person, and when a new candidate knocks on the door of the two former Lodges, and a cohe- lodge, he is actually knocking on the internal door of his life or soul. sive core of officers, Worshipful He may not know it at the time, but he has started on a quest to de- Master Michael Karas is eager to velop relationships with like thinking men within a . reestablish his Lodge’s presence in When you walk with Masons you walk with family. There is trust. the neighboring communities of Masons know that other Masons can be trusted and can receive aid Adams and Friendship. The March 20 consecration even if you’re on the other side of the world, and that goes for friends ceremony was an opportunity to and family members too. There are so many examples of this actually formally install Master Karas, happening. along with his elected and ap- Today not enough of the meaningful prizes in life are contested pointed office holders. Most spe- solely for honor anymore, for the love of the thing itself, or for the cial of all was the recognition of undiluted satisfaction of walking away the better because of the truths Bro. Virgil Hawkins for his 70 discovered which it enabled you to face and find out about yourself. years of continuous Masonic serv- This short sentenced paraphrased from Mark Frost’s book “The ice. Brother Hawkins was raised Match” is in essence that best way to describe Masonry and what it as a Master Mason in January 1951. He has been a member of does. Quincy Lodge No. 71 since 1982. In our present world of mistrust, suspicion, discrimination, sepa- Senior Warden Robert Theim and ration and even hatred, removes the distance between Grand Master Kenneth C. Gorgen men. For over 300 years Masonry has been making men better ver- presented Brother Hawkins with sions of themselves. his 70-Year Membership Plaque. In conclusion, as I steal a slogan from the , Masonry See photos on page 12 does not make you better than everyone else. It makes a better you. Over the years there were speed bumps Masonry needed to over- Bro. Hawkins is 70 year Mason come. It has succeeded and will continue to be an output for helping Quincy Adams Lodge No. 71 took advantage of their recent Lodge Attention and for building good men, and with more good men comes more Consecration Ceremony to honor one of their own. Bro. Virgil Hawkins of the output which will touch many lives. Our Brothers and our Lodges touch the future! was recognized for 70 years of continuous Masonic service. Bro. Secretaries Hawkins was raised in Charter Oak Lodge No. 401, Woodbine, Iowa Best Wishes in Brotherly Love, on January 19, 1951. He joined Quincy Lodge No. 71 in 1982. During Please enter your new En- his Masonic journey, Bro. Hawkins also held membership in Capron tered Apprentice degree Brother Ken (Illinois) Lodge No. 575, and Adams (Wisconsin) Lodge No. 332. As dates in MORI as soon as Grand Master health and inclement weather permit, he regularly attends Lodge ac- the degree is conferred. tivities. He serves as Senior Steward. Presenting Bro. Hawkins with his When that date is entered 70-Year Membership Plaque are Senior Warden Robert Theim (left) he will begin receiving his 177th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge and Grand Master Kenneth C. Gorgen. Wisconsin Masonic Journal. Photo by Bro. Keith Wohlfert F. & A.M. of Wisconsin June 4-5, 2021 On Our Cover New email address for Grand Master Kenneth C. Gorgen prepares to begin the consecration ceremony for the New Quincy Adams Lodge No. 71 in Friendship. The new Lodge is a consolidation between Quincy Lodge No. 71 The Wisconsin Masonic Journal and Adams Lodge No. 332. See photos on page 12. Photo by Bro. Keith Wohlfert [email protected]

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

Hello Brothers, I am sure you all have heard the saying “April showers bring May Flowers.” It is to remind us that good things come out of less than sunny days and often sooner than we think. This is also true when we speak of life. As I think back on the hard times in my life, I now realize that at the time it seemed as if a rainy season was never going to end, but then it did, and new opportunities and new joys emerged. It goes along with one of my favorite quotes from the movies (in this case from The Last Starfighter) when a wise older man helps a younger man un- derstand that his life was about to experience a major change and that it was not something to fear but to embrace, he said, “times change always do” and then added on what you got to do is “hold on tight.” Hold on tight to what? Hold on tight to his dreams and hopes for the future. Rapid change has been taking place in our culture and much Grand Chaplain more such changes seem to be on the horizon. David O. Leistra There is no holding it back, neither is there any re- course but to move forward. Of course, change does not always result in a good outcome, sometimes the change is for the worse, the problem is we can never tell which way it will go while we are still in the midst of it. In theology we call such times “liminal times.” This means that we are on the threshold of something new and where we are right now is in a transitionary time. As the older man knew in the movie I quoted, it Speaker on Masonry in the Consentration is during such times in life that we become tempted to give into our fears and retreat from what we don’t yet understand. His advice is right I think, the way to deal with this temptation is not to give into it but Camps During WWII at District 1 Meeting rather to “hold on tight.” Hold on tight to those things that have given meaning and shape to our lives. Fear often causes us to act in haste and The meeting will be at 6:15 The meeting is open to all Ma- abandoned what has been because we fear if we don’t, we will be left p.m. with dinner to follow. sons regardless of degree. behind. Special Guest Speaker will be For more information contact In April we celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. On the night Markus Mueller speaking on Ma- District 1 Deputy Grand Master before his death he was with his disciples, and in a ritualistic meal they sonry within the Concentration Dennis M. Schultz at superiorsch remembered who they were by remembering who they have been. They Camps during World War II. [email protected] or (715) 394- heard once again their story as Jewish people throughout their history Masks and social distancing will 5620. had done on that particular night. They heard about how Abraham obeyed God and as a result through him twelve tribes came to be, and be required. District 1 Newsletter in due course how God entered into the life of the people to free them from slavery in Egypt. It was on that night that Jesus told his disciples that he was about to leave them, and that where he was going they Chicken Pies are Back, could not come, at least not yet. What was clear to the disciples was that they were going to be left on their own. Talk about a liminal time, they thought they had it all worked out; they had come to Jerusalem so Order Before April 13 Jesus could lead a revolution that would place him on King David’s throne and with them at his side. As for the Romans they would be Reedsburg Lodge No. 79 is tak- These pies keep very well in forced back to where they had come from. Now that Jesus was leaving, ing advanced orders for their your freezer, so order enough to and they were not going with him, what was to become of them? De- deep-dish, all meat, chicken pies. carry you through the cold spite Jesus’ reassurances that they were not being left out of his plans Orders will be taken until April 13. weather. There is no better “com- neither was he abandoning them the feeling of their uncertainty and The meat pies will be made fort food”. even outright fear comes through the pages of the Bible and across the Markus Mueller fresh on Sat., April 17, quick All proceeds from this fundrais- centuries and plays right into our own thoughts and fears concerning Guest Speaker frozen, and ready for pick up on ing event will go toward scholar- our changing world. For them it was not till they saw with their own Sun., April 18 at the VFW in ships for local students and other eyes the fulfillment of Jesus’ reassurances that all would be well that The District 1 spring meeting Reedsburg (behind Arby’s), from charitable projects. they would break out of their fear and act with courage and purpose in will be held on April 29 at the 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Last year the demand exceeded the world. What Jesus was saying to those men that night was the same wise advice, hang on tight to what you know to be true, hang on tight Billings Park Masonic Center, The pies have a flakey top crust, the supply. Get them while you 3117 N. 21st St., Superior. to your trust in God, hang on tight to each other and be not afraid. an abundance of premium can. Only 1,800 will be made. Yes, our world is changing and changing fast and what the result of chicken and their special gravy. 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Every Child Should Have a Place at the Table NOTES FROM THE GRAND LECTURER By Brother Patrick D. Cholka The Challenge Coin — POWER coupled with BENEVOLENCE Greetings Brethren, The Grand Master’s Appeal Challenge Coin I am going to take a detour from my usual viewpoint of writing about why we do some of the things we do in our ritual and explain what I believe something in it means. It cannot be bought. It is not for sale but is awarded to the benevolent donor who has sup- The word Charity is specifically referenced ported feeding a hungry child with a donation to the Grand Masters Appeal. There is no re- in our ritual in three different places: twice in the ward for having one; other than the self-satisfaction that you have touched the life of someone third section lecture of the Entered Apprentice who does not know when they will be enjoying his or her next meal. degree and again in the second section lecture (Middle Chamber lecture) of the Fellowcraft de- The coin itself represents nothing but hope for a hungry child. It is a physically small, about gree. However, it is alluded to in many other the diameter of a plum tomato and as thick as a cracker. But no matter its size, it has a huge places in the ritual such as the tenets of Broth- glow around it as it is carried and/or displayed by someone whose heart is big enough to help erly Love, Relief and Truth, and the rite of des- titution. However, in some cases what I a child from going to bed hungry. When you acquire one of these, it is impossible for you to understand to be the true meaning of Masonic know what power your simple donation had. “Living is Giving” and your giving made it pos- charity may not be fully understood. sible for someone to continue living. The definition of charity that I think most of us understand, generosity and helpfulness espe- The Power Side cially toward the needy, certainly is a part of the Grand Lecturer fabric of Freemasonry. We see this not only Patrick D. Cholka The coin differs on each side. I call side one the “Power Side.” Pic- through the various efforts within our Lodges tured is a cornucopia or horn of plenty being engulfed by a set of and at the Grand Lodge level, but perhaps this is the most visible compasses. The cornucopia originated from the ancient Greeks and when we pass the hat for a Brother who has fallen on hard times or helping a Masonic widow with some chores around the house. I be- Romans and has always been recognized as a symbol of plenty. Dur- lieve, however, the definition of charity is much broader. ing the Thanksgiving holiday its presence on the dining table is not To understand this meaning, let’s take a deeper look at one of uncommon. The Compasses wraps its points around the cornucopia. the references to charity in our ritual, the description of Jacob’s lad- The compasses being one of the foundation symbols of the Fraternity der in the Entered Apprentice degree. Here the ritual tells us that has its arms wrapped around the cornucopia as if offering the con- Jacob’s ladder has three principal rounds named faith hope and char- ity. The ritual provides an explanation of each of them and as related tents of the horn to others. As Masons, it is the goal of our Fraternity to charity it explains “The greatest of these is Charity; for our Faith to wrap its arms around those less fortunate being it widows, orphans, will be lost in sight, Hope ends in fruition, but Charity extends beyond or anyone in need and offer what it can give. the grave through the boundless realms of eternity.” It certainly seems The power of this side comes from the supremacy of the three rungs of Jacob’s Ladder; Faith that there must be an additional inference for charity to be the great- in the Almighty, Hope in Immortality, and Charity to all Mankind. The greatest of these is est of the steps to take to the celestial Lodge above. The Masonic account of Jacob’s ladder is actually a combination “Charity”. Our kindness today, whether it be goods or time, can leave a legacy long after our of two different phrases and chapters of the Holy Bible. The most soul has departed our mortal frame. The Masonic tenet of Relief to the poor and distressed is a well-known Biblical account of Jacob's ladder appears in Genesis POWER that emanates from the members of our Fraternity. 28:10-19 and I was surprised to remember that in this account the steps of the ladder were not named. The names of the three principal The Benevolence Side rounds that we are taught through the ritual actually come from the First Corinthians 13. In this chapter, the Apostle Paul is addressing Side two displays the target or aim of the coin, which is that no child the competition among the Corinthians where they were determining should go hungry and every child should have a place at the table. their superiority over one another based on their spiritual gifts. In Out of the is growing sheaves of wheat sur- the King James Version of the Bible, Paul explains that the most im- rounding the target. The target is Feeding Wisconsin which is the in- portant spiritual gifts are those of faith, hope and charity, the greatest being charity. strument of this Grand Master’s Appeal to get the food to the families Interestingly, most other versions of the Bible indicate that the that are food insecure. The target cannot escape. It is trapped by the third and greatest of the gifts is not charity, but love. To my mind, banner of Masonic Tenets above. May our Masonic Tenets also work love in this context paints a much clearer picture of what the ritual to capture the foundation of our beloved Fraternity in the hearts of all is telling us. Masons. To look at it from another perspective, charity is ultimately derived from the late Latin word ‘caritas’ which means “dearness, high re- gard, love" and also the Latin word ‘carus’ which has a similar mean- ing. It is clear to me that when developing the ritual, or as it was im- proved on over time, our Masonic forefathers had more in mind with the inclusion of charity than what we understand to be the common definition today. I believe that we are intended to love all of mankind, Support our Youth Groups! perhaps more especially our Brothers. Show them the compassion, patience and understanding we hope they show us in turn. Give them the benefit of the doubt when we disagree and accept, if not embrace, our differences. While I am certainly not suggesting a change to the ritual, if you agree with my perspective, the first principal tenet of Brotherly love Grand Master’s Testimonial Dinner and the third round of Jacob’s ladder are quite similar. This love, ex- tended to the whole human species, is the “greatest of these”. When we see the definition of charity broadened to include love Honoring Grand Master we begin to understand that our relationship with our Masonic Brother is its own reward. Kenneth C. Gorgen and I stumbled across a passage a while ago whose author I neglected to record which sums up my perspective on Masonic charity pretty Lady Jan well: “Charity of thought for an erring Brother; charity which lays a Brotherly hand on a troubled shoulder in comfort; charity which ex- ults with the happy and finds joy in his success; charity which sorrows Saturday, April 24 with the grieving and drops a tear in sympathy; charity which opens the heart as well as the pocket book; charity which stretches forth a hand of hope to the hopeless, which aids the helpless, which brings 6:30 p.m. new faith to the crushed . . . aye, these, indeed, may extend through the boundless realms of eternity.”

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

It has been said that “Being male is a matter of birth. Being a man is a matter of age. Being a gentleman is a matter of choice.” Being a gentleman is as much a matter of choice as being uncivil is a matter of choice. The choice often centers around choosing self-centeredness or choos- ing empathy with others. Civilization is the idea of a group of people living and working together, within a common set of rules, to ac- complish things for the greater good. For civ- ilization to work we must be aware and work for something greater than ourselves. Two things that boost incivility are the ego and self -centeredness. A classic example is the neighbor who Keystone Chapter celebrates one year plays his music at full volume at two in the morning. When asked to turn it down re- Bro. David R. Keystone Chapter of Wisconsin Widows Sons Masonic Riders Association celebrates its one year anniversary sponds with, “It’s my house, I have a right to Ritchie in April. They have been officially Chartered and had a very successful first year. The group has big plans Junior Grand Warden to keep it rolling in 2021! Brothers from left: Ray “Gunner” Gwinn, John “Powertrain” Gerber, Dan “Hook” listen to music as loud as I want.” Granted we Sawyer, Terry “Toxic” McShane, Dan “Archimedes” VanDenBerg, Craig “Tinker” Carpenter and Bill “Wild- all have the same right to listen to music in our homes but the gen- man” Perkins. tleman understands that he also has a responsibility to be a good Submitted by Bro. Dan “Archimedes” VanDenBerg neighbor. The neighbor chooses a self-centered response benefiting only himself. The gentleman chooses to impose upon himself, for the benefit and comfort of his neighbors, limits on volume and time District 12 Spring Awards Dinner of day. Ego is one of the other banes of civility and goes hand in hand Here is the long awaited infor- This event is open to all of your Awards presentations and guest with self-centeredness. If my ego is such that I see myself as more mation on District 12’s first family members, friends, spouses speaker will follow. important than others then I will surely fail to treat others with the Spring Awards Dinner and Meet- and significant others. Awards will Price: $30 per person plus ing, Thursday, April 29, 2021. be presented for both 2019 and Eventbrite fees. Price Includes two respect and dignity they deserve. Ego is also where so many good There won't be too much typical 2020 since COVID messed it up entree dinner, desert, coffee or discussions turn to fruitless arguments. If I go into the discussion district meeting stuff. last year. milk, and one 50/50 raffle ticket with the belief that I am better, smarter, more well informed than It's time to kick back and relax, The dinner will be at Meyer's per attendee. 50/50 Raffle will be the other person then my ego will keep me from listening to the eat, drink and be merry with your Restaurant and Banquet Hall, in effect so bring your money! other side or conceding a point or even admitting that I was wrong. Masonic Family. Attire is business 4260 S. 76th St, Greenfield, with All Freemasons in attendance In Masonry we have many “mysteries” that do not have defin- casual! 6 p.m. cocktails, 7 p.m. dinner. will receive the highly coveted one itive answers. As an example, “Do you wear your ring with the and only District 12 challenge points in or the points out?” This question has led to some great coin. Make a donation to the discussions, because there is no established correct way. Each man RSVP must be made no later than Thursday, April 22, 2021 chooses for himself. The personal reasons given for their personal Masonic Medical and must be done through choice are often informative, insightful, and many times entertain- Eventbrite!!! ing. Yet, all it takes is one man whose ego won’t allow him to ac- Research Institute Please use this link to register: cept other men’s ideas. When a man makes the choice to allow https://www.eventbrite.com/e/di through the his ego to rule his thoughts and actions, he by default makes a strict-12-spring-meeting-tickets- choice to move away from gentlemanly behavior. He also gains Wisconsin Masonic Foundation Medical Fund. 143709508007. nothing from the conversation. His opinion and ideas are the same Contact Erika Miller Submitted by DDGM Jeffrey S. Thiele going in as coming out of the discussion. When he circumscribes 262-965-2200, ext. 831. the passions of the ego, and keeps them within due bounds, he probably won’t have his mind changed, but he will be enriched by the other ideas, both pro and con, presented. I joined Eastern Star, come & serve with me. To a Mason meeting on the level is so important. If the gentle- man chooses to view everyone in the room as his equal, his ego will be kept in due bounds as well as his sense of self. The ego tells us that to meet on the level we should talk down to others or lower ourselves to be where they are. In Masonry meeting on the level means bringing a Brother and ourselves up to a common level. A gentleman seeks to raise others’ abilities and self-esteem, things not found when the ego is in charge. Simply put, do I engage oth- ers in discussion to enlighten them with my ideas and beliefs or do I engage others that their ideas and beliefs may enlighten me? In a world where, “Look out for number one”, “nice guys finish last”, “cancel culture”, and “make ourself big” are the norm, ego and self-centeredness flourish. Isn’t it nice that we as individuals isenisen make the choice to come to lodge, to meet on the level, to share each other’s ideas and company and then carry them out into the world?

Feedback and questions are always welcome. Contact Junior Grand Warden David R. Ritchie at [email protected]

Call: 262.975.2200 [email protected]

All Master Masons and their female relatives are eligible to join.

PAGE 4 - WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - APRIL 2021 Getting to know your Grand EXPANDING OUR MASONIC KNOWLEDGE Lodge Officer on the Level By Grand Orator Jerry A. Reick Greetings Brethren, Junior Grand Deacon Jeffrey S. Schoenfeldt On behalf of the Education Committee I want to thank everyone that attended the Freemasonry 101 – Live By Bro. Dave Ritchie to tour the cap- event. In spite of a few initial technical issues, Bro. Jeff Schoenfeldt is the ital buildings of the event was a success. This was a landmark current Junior Grand Deacon for all 50 states, all event and puts in place the foundation for the the Grand Lodge of Wisconsin. the National next evolution of Masonic education in Wiscon- He was born in Wauwatosa and Parks, and as sin. spent his first four months of life many presiden- Big thanks to the members of the Education in a foster home before being tial sites as pos- Committee for their efforts in developing and adopted by Roger and Gerry sible. His delivering some great presentations. Also, huge Schoenfeldt. It is with great pride travels though props to the Scottish Rite Valley of Milwaukee that Jeff will tell you that he is have led him for allow us to use their facility and especially to from Peshtigo. In high school he further than our WBros. Gary Beier and Napoleon Jansczak for played football, , and national bor- all of their technical assistance with setup and ran track for the Bulldogs and was ders. Jeff and support. three-time class president. A back his then wife All of the presentations, materials, and read- Grand Orator Jerry A. Reick surgery his Senior year would were both sea- ing lists will soon be available for Lodges and in- keep him sidelined. His small- soned travelers dividuals to use, we’re working out the details town roots would shape much of and had often and logistics now. We are in the process of planning future Masonic his life. His email address contains traveled College events, please keep an eye out for announcements for both. a clue to his passions with the be- abroad. After Another effort that is underway is gathering and developing more ginning being Peshtigofire@... the death of content for the Grand Lodge Education repository and we will be This lover of history will gladly in- some friends, sending out a call to the Craft to submit their favorite Masonic articles form any and all about how the they realized and presentation. This is an opportunity for every Mason to be a Chicago and Peshtigo fires were that tomorrow part of the effort and help shape Masonic education in Wisconsin. the same night but that the isn’t promised This month’s article comes from “The Meaning of Masonry” by Peshtigo fire was larger in surface to any of us Walter Wilmshurst. It is an excerpt from a chapter on the symbolism area and took more lives than the and began over of Opening and Closing the Lodge which itself is a symbol for open- better-known Chicago fire. In high the course of ing up ourselves to be ready to receive the lessons of Masonry. Enjoy. school Jeff would work for the four years to local furniture dealer delivering plan an around Opening and Closing the Lodge new furniture and repairing old the world trip. First or Entered Apprentice Degree furniture. The two would After high school he would at- take 50 weeks If the Lodge with its appointments and officers be a sacramental tend George Washington Univer- and travel to all Riding an elephant in an elephant sanctuary in figure of oneself and of the mechanism of personal consciousness, sity in Washington D.C. Starting seven conti- Thailand. opening the Lodge in the successive Degrees implies ability to ex- as a premed student he found nents, includ- pand, open up and intensify that consciousness in three distinct himself living just five blocks from ing 26 countries. They carried a Grand Master Scott Pedley to the stages surpassing the normal level applicable to ordinary mundane the Whitehouse and the Premed Packer flag with them and were progressive line. affairs.This fact passes unrecognized in Masonic Lodges. The open- quickly turned into a Political Sci- photographed with it in front of Jeff lives in Fitchburg and cur- ings and closings are regarded as but so much casual formality devoid ence/International Relations de- most of the world’s famous land- rently works on the staff of a state of interior purpose or meaning, whereas they are ceremonies of the gree. While going to school he marks. The high points of the trip legislator. He shares a house with highest instructiveness and rites with a distinctive purpose which worked 30 hours a week for Con- were the animals. They spent four his five-month-old Brittany should not be profaned by casual perfunctory performance or with- gressman Toby Roth. This small- days at an elephant sanctuary in Spaniel. The pup is named out understanding what they imply. town boy who found himself in Thailand where they bathed, fed, McKinley Roosevelt or “Kinley” As a flower "opens its Lodge" when it unfolds its petals and dis- the nation’s capital said, “It was and walked orphaned elephants. for short. Named after two Ma- plays its centre to the sun which vitalizes it, so the opening of a Ma- fun to be in D.C., working on the Trekked through Uganda and sonic Presidents. William McKin- sonic Lodge is sacramental of opening out the human mind and heart Hill”. Working for a Congressman Rwanda looking for Silver backed ley and his Vice President to God. It is a dramatized form of the psychological processes in- meant I was “in the room with gorillas. In the Galapagos they Theodore Roosevelt. Jeff was volved in so doing. something going on and that was were photographed with seals and quick to point out that this is the Three degrees or stages of such opening are postulated. First, kind of neat.” Thus, started a life- with penguins in Antarctica. The only one of two Masonic Presi- one appropriate to the apprentice stage of development; a simple long love of government and the trip interrupted, by a year, his dent/Vice President duos we have Sursum corda! or call to "lift up your hearts!" above the everyday political process. After college Jeff progress through the chairs of had. The other being FDR/Tru- level of external things. Second, a more advanced opening, adapted remained in Washington for a few Barneveld Lodge No. 319 but he man. to those who are themselves more advanced in the science and ca- more years working as an Interna- felt it was worth it. While Jeff has lived in and vis- pable of greater things than apprentices. This opening is proclaimed tional Trade Lobbyist for the Na- Jeff was drawn to the allure of ited world capitals and worked in to be "upon the square," which the First Degree opening is not. By tional Pork Producers before Masonry by his love of history and seats of power, He proudly states, which is implied that it is one specially involving the use of the psychic returning to Wisconsin. This time historical figures. While working “I have done a lot of things and and higher intellectual nature (denoted, as previously explained, by in D.C. would form in Jeff a love with the Red Cross and training, been a lot of places,” but the small the Square or Water Triangle). Third, a still more advanced opening, of American Presidents, history, Jeff noticed that a friend training town and solid up binging (of declared to be "upon the centre," for those of Master Mason's rank, and travel. with him had on a ring. After Peshtigo})“define who I am.” and pointing to an opening up of consciousness to the very centre In 1999 Jeff returned to Wis- commenting on the ring Jeff soon and depths of one's being. consin and began working with found a petition in his hand. Past How far and to what degree any of us is able to open his personal the state legislature in the Joint Fi- Grand Master J.B. Van Hollen Lodge determines our real position in Masonry and discloses whether nance Committee. He spent 11 was one of his signers. Jeff would we are in very fact Masters, Craftsmen or Apprentices, or only titu- years as a lobbyist. Including work- spend three weeks in Louisiana larly such. Progress in this, as in other things, comes only with intel- ing for the as with the Red Cross after hurricane ligent practice and sustained sincere effort. But what is quite Communications Director during Katrina. He would join Barneveld overlooked and desirable to emphasize is the power, as an initiatory the time when the sales tax refer- Lodge No. 319. Liking its small force, of an assemblage of individuals each sufficiently progressed endum was being put forward. He town feel and good men. The and competent to "open his Lodge" in the sense described. worked for a decade with the meeting after he was raised he Such an assembly, gathered in one place and acting with a com- U.W. system as a lobbyist. His re- was appointed to the Junior Dea- mon definite purpose, creates as it were a vortex in the mental and sponsibilities have had him work- con’s spot and he began his jour- psychical atmosphere into which a newly initiated candidate is drawn. ing with AT&T, sustainable ney through the chairs. He would The tension created by their collective energy of thought and will – energy, and many other fields and serve as Master in back-to-back progressively intensifying as the Lodge is opened in each successive businesses. years. Barneveld Lodge is where degree, and correspondingly relaxing as each Degree is closed – acts While Jeff works in politics and he met one of his mentors, Bro. and leaves a permanent effect upon the candidate (assuming always government every day, he has Don Komplin, whose quiet in- that he is equally in earnest and "properly prepared" in an interior found a way to combine his other struction helped Jeff grow in Ma- sense), inducing a favourable mental and spiritual rapport between loves, that of history and travel. sonry. Jeff would later join him and those with whom he seeks to be elevated into organic spir- He has toured 39 state capitals Mineral Point Lodge No. 1 and itual membership; and, further, it both stimulates his perceptivity and and visited 137 places of presi- Madison Lodge No. 5. He served causes his mentality to become charged and permeated with the dential importance, birth places, as an A.A. in District 8 for four ideas and uplifting influences projected upon him by his initiators. homes, libraries, etc . . . out of the years before serving as District 229 he has identified. It is his goal Deputy Grand Master. Jeff had As always, I welcome your questions, suggestions, and thoughts. the rare opportunity to serve as Please send them to me at: [email protected] I look for- DDGM for District 8, primarily ward to hearing from you. small town and rural lodges and Email your then served as DDGM for District Most S&F, 7 made up primarily of Madison lodge news and and Dane County lodges. He feels Bro. Jerry that this experience has helped upcoming events to him better understand Masonry Feedback and questions are always welcome. [email protected]. universal by working within the di- Contact Grand Orator Jerry A. Reick at versity of Masonry. He would be [email protected] appointed by then incoming Exercise time with McKinley.

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WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - APRIL 2021 - PAGE 5 Volunteer and Make a Difference in Someone’s Life Take a few hours of your time each month to be a Masonic Serv- ice Association Volunteer. A common request from the VA facilities in Wisconsin is the need for more volunteers. Make a difference in the life of a veteran. It is a very rewarding experience. Anyone wishing to volunteer at any of the facilities should contact MSA Coordinator A. Christopher Gans at [email protected]. or 715-467-2506.

First Responders Pin Grand Master receives tuffet Bro. Robert Dolan, Past Master of Dodge County Lodge No.72, re- cently presented Grand Master Kenneth C. Gorgen with a gift of a tuffet embroidered with the emblem from the Grand Master’s pin. The tuffet was made by Bro. Dolan and his Lady Pam. Submitted by Bro. Mark Toraason, Junior Warden Barneveld Lodge, Brett Leanna, Craig Leonhardt, David Rademacher, David Ritchie, F.R. Winchell, James Goodman, James M. Hays Lodge, Larry Senderhauf, Leland Albrecht, McKin- ley Lodge, Owen Anderson – in memory of Curt Anderson, Ralph Polhamus Jr., Richard Pfeiffer – in honor of Jack Love, Robert Kasson, Robert Spahn, Thomas Schlicht, Vernon Massey

Dear Brethren, Ladies, and Friends, As a law enforcement offi- cer, firefighter and Emer- Spring is here, and we are seeing encouraging signs that the impact gency Medical Technician, of this virus may be diminishing. Support Your Wisconsin Masonic Charities we greatly appreciate first- I wanted to share with you the sense of pride I have, and I know hand, the life saving work of you share, for our employees and their dedication to our residents this segment of our popula- and each other during this pandemic. tion. If you have served in Memorials and Contributions public safety as a firefighter, We have offered vaccines to all of our residents and staff; however, emergency medical respon- we have to remember we are not completely in the clear. Gift Report February 2021 der or as a law enforcement We will continue our dedicated efforts to protect our residents and officer, thank you for your Wisconsin Masonic Foundation staff as long as necessary. service. We have a pin to General Fund: honor your contribution to Paypal giving Fund As the community rate continues to decline we can safely move to- serve others. ward indoor visitations. It is truly wonderful to start to see our res- Acts of Kindness: Fort Winnebago Lodge, Glenn L. Humphrey Lodge, Island idents and their families reuniting in meaningful connections that Please contact your AA or City Lodge, James M. Hays Lodge don’t involve screens or windows. DDGM for a pin. Humphrey Smith Fund: As I mentioned last month the beginning of our long-awaited con- Naomi Mayer struction is here, and you will start to see more activity in the com- Pillars of the Future: ing days and weeks as we begin the modernization of the Masonic Jerome Sayles Center for Health and Rehab and the assisted living addition onto Matching Scholarships: Barnes Lodge, Buffalo River Lodge, Cassia Lodge, Clintonville Riverside Lodge. Lodge, Crandon Lodge, Dells Lodge, Dodgeville Lodge, Doric We are all excited for what this expansion means for our residents, Lodge, Durand-Pepin Lodge, Fort Winnebago Lodge, Glenn L our campus, and our community. Humphrey Lodge, Island City Lodge, James M. Hays, Middleton- Ionic Lodge, Milton Lodge, Prairie du Chien Lodge, Reedsburg My sincere thank you for your support this past year. Lodge, Shawano Lodge, Tomah Lodge, Masonic Light Lodge, Washburn Lodge, Wisconsin Rapids Lodge Project ADAM (MPS): James M. Hays Lodge

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WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - APRIL 2021 - PAGE 7 News Events from the Lodges

Chetek Lodge supports youth shooting program

Chetek Lodge No. 277 presents a donation of $200 to Mike Swick, head shotgun coach for the Blue Hills Shooting Stars Kids Chapter #110 of the Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation. The donation is in support of their efforts to promote safe and enjoyable shooting sports. Students in grades 6 thru 12 from Chetek/Weyerheauser, Cameron, and Barron schools participate in local and national competitions. From left: Harold Fredickson, Jim Toman, Jim Esswein, Chuck Harrison, Dave Gullickson, Mike Swick, Tom Lorow, Past Grand Master Franklin J. Struble, Tom Nicolaides and Jim Sells. Submitted by Bro. James Toman

Masonic Masks Bro. Krueger celebrates 60 years Bro. Al Krueger holds his 60 Year Service Award presented to him by Grand Master Kenneth C. Gorgen. Bro. Krueger lives in New Port Richey, Florida. He serves as the host of the Sarasota Grand Master Visitations. Bro. Krueger was raised in Wauwatosa Lodge No. 267 on June 27, 1960. Submitted by Grand Secretary Michel A. DeWolf, PGM Milton Lodge Good Friday Fish Fry

Milton Lodge No. 161 is re- Please stop by and enjoy a The Grand Lodge Square turning to their tradition of hosting great meal! Store has Masonic Masks their Good Friday Fish Fry. The event starts at 11 a.m., for sale individually or in and runs until 7 p.m. or earlier if bulk. they run out of food. Support Your All meals are take-out only, no inside dining. They will be pro- Wisconsin Grand Lodge of viding a drive up service, with Masonic Charities Wisconsin Square each meal costing only $10.00. The meal will consist of fried Store cod, potato salad, cole slaw, and roll. No smelt this year. www.wimasons.org Soft drinks or water available for $1. 177th Annual Book Your Special Event at the Tripoli Shrine Center Communication

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Lodge of Perfection yet simplistic drawing. It certainly is advantageous that nation and the factions that split from that. This began we’re introduced to this line of reason in the first stages with the Federalists (Alexander Hamilton and company) Warmer days, lower COVID infection numbers and of Masonry. and the Democratic-Republicans (Thomas Jefferson and more vaccinations prompt welcoming thoughts of a re- As I get older and examine again this graphical rep- friends) and had by 1828 turned into the Whigs (Henry turn to normal. With that are making plans for road trips resentation of a point within a circle, I can’t help but think Clay) and Democrats (Andrew Jackson). which are so enjoyable to me. I’m recalling a trip to Penn- there are other allusions I could gain by looking at that However, with the election of 1828, the Anti-Ma- sylvania with my (last remaining) Uncle Ollie who was third side of a coin, the edge of the coin… sonic Party became the first third-party and their candi- 89 at the time. The year was 2013 and I wanted to see I like to think that if I am that point inside a circle, date, William Wirt, received seven electoral votes and Gettysburg on the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Get- and the circle defines limits set by myself, others or na- 7.8% of the popular vote. Not only were they the first tysburg (July 1-3, 1863). ture that I should be equally selective of whom or what third-party, but they were also the first party to hold a con- We visited the battle field with its numerous monu- is allowed inside of that circle. Surrounding yourself with vention to select their candidate. The party was short- ments, visitor’s center and museum, President Eisen- other good and just men, fellow Masons inside your cir- lived as anti-slavery and other movements became more hower’s National Historic Site and the Gettysburg cle. Allowing only those thought and ideas that are good important to voters and by 1836, the Anti-Masonic Party National Cemetery. This is where President Lincoln gave to enter. Your circle may even intersect or overlap with failed to nominate a candidate and dissolved in 1838. So his famous address following the end of the Civil War. many other circles, adding layer upon layer. while not necessarily a direct influence of Freemasonry, There I found the “Friend to Friend” Masonic Memorial I encourage you to move within your circle, invite our Craft had an interesting influence in early days of the which commemorates the essence of our 26th Degree those who are worthy inside, while maintaining your due multi-party system attempting to gain hold in America. where Masonic unity and harmony transcend conflict; bounds, and respect other’s circles if you’re lucky emphasizing our core values of Devotion to Country and enough to be invited inside. I’m happy to have had many Bryan Sullivan Integrity. brothers, friends and future Masons within my circle. I’m Most Wise Master A two hour drive east took us to Philadelphia with truly amazed at how small the world becomes when we all of its history to explore. I toured Independence Hall, examine who has come, gone or remain in our lives, our Children’s Dyslexia Center Congress Hall, Christ’s Church and burial ground where circle and it’s due bounds. so many signers of the Declaration of Independence in- It is hard to believe we are wrapping up our most cluding Brother Benjamin Franklin are laid to rest. So Tim Smillie unusual and challenging year academic year. It has not much to absorb, take pride in and be thankful for. Sovereign Prince been without silver linings. Our technology skills have The best was yet to come. The Grand Lodge of certainly increased over the past year. We are also more Pennsylvania has a most impressive Norman style build- Rose Croix flexible and creative when classes do not go as planned. ing which was built in 1873 and at the time; was the Speaking of flexibility, our 18th annual Celebration of tallest building in Philadelphia. It has a library and mu- Almost all of us are aware of the influence of Achievement will most likely be online. More information seum which boasts 75,000 volumes and 30,000 docu- Freemasonry in the founding of this nation. Many of our to follow. ments and manuscripts. Among the thousands of founding fathers were Freemasons including some of the Also coming up is our 12th annual fundraising Walk artifacts is Brother George Washington’s Masonic Apron. biggest names like George Washington, Ben Franklin, for Dyslexia. Teams and individuals gather pledges and The meeting rooms or “halls” are designed, decorated and quite literally the biggest name, John Hancock. Thir- walk or run a fun 5K course. It’s an incredibly supportive and furnished in themes of ancient architecture from all teen of the thirty-nine signatures on The Constitution and experience. And last year, we raised $23,000! Congrat- over the world. Oriental Hall is on the first floor. The sec- nine of the fifty-six signatures on the Declaration of In- ulations go to Delia, age 10, our student winner of our ond floor has Egyptian Hall, Corinthian Hall, Ionic Hall, dependence were believed to be Freemasons. Even Walk T-shirt Art Contest. Norman Hall and Renaissance Hall. Corinthian Hall Chief Justice John Marshall, who many credit with truly Event details: Walk for Dyslexia 2021; May 15, 7:30 seats 400 which is used for Grand Lodge Quarterly and shaping and defining the Supreme Court, served as am check-in; 8:30 am start; Brittingham Park Shelter Annual Communications boasts a length of 105 feet and Grand Master of the a few years House, 829 W. Washington Ave., Madison. Walk for a ceiling height of 52 feet. Renaissance Hall robed in before his appointment to the court. Dyslexia 2021 will be both online and face to face, so scarlet is used by Royal Arch Chapter is 77 feet long and All of this is to say that much of the early politics of everyone can participate! also 52 feet high. Gothic Hall on the third floor is the the United States were obviously influenced, directly or For more info: walkfordyslexiamadison.org or 608- Knights Templar Commandery meeting room is also indirectly, by Freemasons and the principles of Freema- 252-4922. decked out in scarlet. I found the hand carved furniture sonry. However, I recently stumbled upon another inter- We are so grateful for the amazing support the especially impressive. All the stair cases, corridors, ban- esting and obscure influence that Freemasonry had on Mason’s offer children with dyslexia. It has made it pos- quet room and common areas are exquisitely decorated our early political system. sible for us to be effective for 54 students and 3 more and furnished; no detail overlooked. Many Brothers are probably aware of the Morgan through the Goodman center even in a pandemic. We In your travels; this building is not to be missed. You affair and the black eye Freemasonry suffered from the still face a 2 year plus wait list, so we can use your help. may catch a quick glimpse of this treasure on a 13 event. A quick summary for those not aware, in 1826, Here is the winning design by Delia. minute visual tour at the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania William Morgan went missing in upstate New York after website. Put it on your bucket list and enjoy. threatening to publish materials revealing the secrets of Kelly Kuenzie Freemasonry. While several Masons in the Niagara area Director Lyle G. Christian were convicted of kidnapping, Morgan’s body was never Thrice Potent Master found. There had been growing public backlash and con- Princes of Jerusalem spiracy theories toward The Craft up to this point as Freemasonry was exploding its membership, especially As entered apprentices, we learn about many in- within local governments and business leaders and as struments related to our craft in the first degree and one such Morgan received a healthy advance from his pub- of the most intriguing in my opinion is the compass, or lisher. It is still unknown whether Morgan had ever been compasses. Whether you consider them singular or a a Mason and conflicting information supports various de- pair is open for debate. Operative Masons use this tool grees of involvement before his disappearance. Regard- to draw circles and arcs, divide distances equally and less, his disappearance gained national attention and plot a course of direction. All the functions used in the provided a foundation for a public outcry against Ma- planning stages of a project can be aided by the use of sonry. the compass. Euclid’s Elements providing a myriad of Others of you are also likely aware that one such further instruction on usage and practice which has only outcome of the Morgan affair was the official founding of recently been surpassed until the 19th century. Now as the Anti-Masonic Party. This political party's sole plat- we enter a period where plans are designed with com- form was going against Freemasonry and breaking what puters rather than on paper, it is important to reflect back many saw as the involvement of Freemason elites in run- on the building blocks of this tool’s use. ning the government and businesses. This new party We as speculative Masons, are instructed on theo- was energized to run a candidate against Andrew Jack- retical uses of this magnificent tool. Who can forget hear- son in the election of 1828 as Jackson was a Freemason ing that phrase for the first time, “within due bounds”? and previous Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Ten- Used in conjunction with the pictorial of a point in the nessee (1822-1824). middle of a circle, we’re instructed our place and where Up until the election of 1828, which Jackson would our desires and passions should be kept. There are go on to win, there had only been two-parties in presi- many ideas and principles implied with this one singular, dential elections as an outcome of Washington’s resig-

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Major John Tempski, U.S. Army, Valley Lodge No. 60 (left), and Lieutenant Commander Matthew Braun, U.S. Navy, Sun Prairie Lodge No. 143 (right), were both called upon by their re- spective services for participation in the Republic of Korea’s Com- bined Command Post Training – 2021, which is a semi-annual combined military training that in- volves U.S. and South Korean service members. Because of the COVID pan- demic and South Korean and De- partment of Defense policies to mitigate the spread of COVID, all U.S. military members were or- dered into a 14-day quarantine at the U.S. Army base at Camp Humphreys in South Korea for monitoring, COVID testing, and Major John Tempski U.S. Army (left), and Lieutenant Com- eventual release from quarantine mander Matthew Braun, U.S. Navy. if testing negative and after the 14-day quarantine period. rather that they would be rooming you just met is a fellow Mason, What surprised Brothers John together. “It was really sort of ran- you not only instantly have a bond and Matthew was not that they dom,” Brother Matthew said, “I and connection, but it also in- were going to undergo a 14-day had never met John before, and stantly tells you about who they quarantine prior to moving on to when we were processed in at are, their values and their charac- Advertise your Fundraiser in the their assigned operations, but Camp Humphreys, they lined us ter.” up by rank, and assigned us to our “After all,” Brother Matthew Wisconsin Masonic Journal barracks room. I figured out that said, “What are the odds that you Visit the John was from Wisconsin by his travel halfway around the world to hat, but never be apart of a training with thou- The Number 1 Source for Reaching the Masons of Wisconsin Wisconsin would have guessed that he was a sands of other military members Brother Mason!” A day or two from around the country and Contact Diane Igl Square after starting their quarantine, world, only to find yourself room- Brother John noticed Matthew’s ing with another guy not only 262-965-3979 Store Masonic ring, finding out that the from Wisconsin, but also a www.wisc-freemasonry.org two of them were both Freema- Brother Mason!”

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WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - APRIL 2021 - PAGE 11 Quincy Adams Lodge No. 71 Consecration

Junior Grand Steward Dennis J. Krahn and District 6 Deputy Grand Master James R. Geise uncover the Lodge for the consecration ceremony.

Photos by Bro. Keith Wohlfert Grand Secretary Michael A. DeWolf, PGM, reads the Charter for the New Quincy Adams Lodge No. 71.

At left: Jun- ior Grand Deacon Jef- frey S. Schoenfeldt pours the wine of re- freshment during the consecration ceremony.

Bro. Michael Karas at the altar during his installation as Master of Quincy Adams Lodge. Grand Marshal Michael A. Gorgen stands behind.

Grand Master Kenneth C. Gorgen presents the elected and appointed officers of Quincy Adams Lodge for installation. From left Grand Marshal Michael A. Gorgen, Michael Karas, Master; Robert Theim, Senior Warden; Michael Willis, Secretary/Treasurer; Albert Tejcek, Chaplain; Darrell Smith, Senior Deacon; Virgil Hawkins, Senior Steward; Ryan Ott, Counselor; and Larry Curtis, Tiler.

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Bro. Campbell is 70 year Mason Bro Joe Campbell and his wife Karen receive his 70 year pin from Mas- ter Terry Boydson of St. John’s Lodge No. 57. Bro. Campbell was raised on Jan. 2, 1950. He is currently serving the Lodge as Chaplain. Submitted by DDGM Derek M. Henze

Chetek Lodge supports area youth Chetek Lodge No. 277 presents representatives of the Chetek Youth Center with a $250 donation for building repairs. The funds help will support the Center’s efforts to provide safe and enjoyable activities for the area’s youths. From left: Bro. Robert Lund, Treasurer; Emily Breidenbach, President of the Center; Brooklynne Rahm-Jost, Youth Advisor; and Master Tom Nicolaides. Submitted by Bro. James Toman

Brothers honored at McKinley Lodge

McKinley Lodge No. 307 recently honored two Brothers. Bro. Maxwell Zimmerman (left) was awarded Mason of the Year and Bro. John Thorstenson was honored as Rookie Mason of the Year. The Brothers were honored for outstanding service to the craft. Cub Scouts become Boy Scouts in Wis. Rapids Submitted by Bro. Thomas Kelley, Master The facilities of Wisconsin Rapids Lodge No. 128 were utilized by Cub Scout Pack 118 to see four Cubs promoted to full Scout hood on February 4. Four Cubs experienced the symbolic journey from being a Cub Scout to becoming a full-fledged Boy Scout in Troop 118 through the symbolic ceremony of the “Arrow of Light.” The four boys traversed the symbolic bridge of the Checkered Floor to accomplish this mile- Support our Youth! stone. Bro. David Bergerson, PM, made the arrangements and also is the proud father of one of the boys. Submitted by Bro. Ted Lyons, Junior Warden

Discussion on COVID precautions to return MM Degree

Virginia Falls Lodge No. 226 was pleased to host a visitation to our March 9 Stated Communication in the EA by Grand Master Kenneth C. Gorgen, Grand Lecturer Patrick D. Cholka, District 3 Deputy Grand Master Jacob W. Seever and District 3 Lecturer Tony Budaj. There was discussion on potential means to resume MM conferrals while still observing COVID-19 precautions. Eighteen Masons of various degrees attended the meeting. Front row from left: Jason Bondioli, FC; Dave Imlah, Island City No. 330; DDGM Jacob W. Seever, Forest Lodge No. 130; Master Corey Nowak, Grand Master Kenneth C. Gorgen; Jonathan Lanctin, FC; Russell Maas, EA; Andrew Riley, FC; and Dave Zein, Eau Claire No. 112. Second row: Andrew Caylor, Senior Warden; District 3 Lecturer Tony Budaj, Phillips No. 225; Barry Maxfield, Secretary/Treasurer; Cut- ler Nowak, Junior Warden; Christopher Starkey, EA; and Grand Lecturer Patrick D. Cholka, Back row: Stanley Seeger, Tiler; Matthew Zastrow, Senior Deacon; Will Mackay, Island City No. 330. Submitted by Bro. Barry Maxfield

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McKinley Lodge No. 307 Wisconsin Lodge No. 13 New Officers for McKinley Lodge No. 307. From left: Past Master Dan Richardson, Coun- selor; Jeffrey Stark, Junior Deacon; Christopher Turner, Senior Deacon; Thomas M. Kel- Officers for 2021 for Wisconsin Lodge No. 13. Front row from left: Installing Master ley, Master; Past Master Brian Breitzmann, Secretary; Matthew Turner, Junior John Wackman; Clayton Bartz, Junior Warden; Josh Bartz, Master; Mike Olson, Senior Warden; Grand Marshal Michael A. Gorgen, Treasurer; John Thorstenson, Senior Stew- Warden; Mitch Boelkow, Junior Steward; and Past Master Todd Krohn. Back row: PGM ard; and Maxwell Zimmerman, Senior Warden. Not pictured: William Nickolosovich, Chap- Joseph B, Harker; PM Chuck Boelkow; Dan Pappas, Senior Deacon; SS Justin Raison, lain. Senior Steward; Larry Patterson, Chaplain; and Clifford Schneider, Tiler. Submitted by Bro. Thomas Kelley, Master Submitted by Bro. Clayton Bartz

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WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - APRIL 2021 - PAGE 15 H. S. Baird Lodge’s Steamboat Dinner Keeps Growing

By Rich Rygh The 86th Annual Steamboat Dinner, in Sturgeon Bay, on March 13 was again a huge success, serving a record 1275 meals. An estimated 75 more meals could have been served if they had not run out of food. Again this year indoor table service was not provided due to COVID-19 concerns. The dinner hosted by Henry S. Baird Lodge No. 174, and organized by Bro. Tom Pinney provides money for the Lodge’s community outreach programs which provide money for local projects. A crew of over 100 people worked to make the event a success. The workers included members of Henry S. Baird Lodge, Honor Chapter #1 OES, Grand Lodge Officers, community members and 501(c)(3) enti- ties. A recorded 1009 meals were delivered by 33 teams direct to the homes of people in need. Eighty Brothers and Sisters and Northeast Wisconsin Businesses pur- chased 942 tickets. 275 meals were served at the drive- through.

Again this year indoor table service was not provided due to COVID- 19 concerns.

Pat Storms, Grand Master Kenneth C. Gorgen and Lady Jan Gorgen package to-go bags.

Packing cole slaw from left: Lady Jan Gorgen and District 4 Deputy Grand Master Christian M. Hirthe. In back packaging dinners for delivery is Area Administrator Mitch Custer.

From left: Trevor Crow, Bro. Andy Crow and Bro. Geoff Pinney, Photos by Bro. Ed Klein packaging gravy.

It takes a large well organized crew to produce 1275 meals. Master Ross Chapman is on left.

PAGE 16 - WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - APRIL 2021 News Events from the Lodges District 2 School of Instruction District 6 Masonic Night At the Ballpark July 10

District 6 is hosting a Masonic Lincoln Ave., Wisconsin Rapids. Night at the Ballpark on Saturday, Tickets will be distributed on July 10, featuring the Wisconsin game day starting at 5:15 p.m. Rapids Rafters vs. Green Bay Gates open at 5:35 p.m. First Booyah. pitch is at 6:35 p.m. Order tickets This fun filled event is open to early, seating is limited to 100. No all Masons and their families and ticket sales after June 25. friends. Bring a non-Masonic In keeping with the Grand Mas- friend and introduce them to our ter’s worthy cause request, pro- great fraternity. ceeds from this event will benefit The cost is $50 per person the South Wood Emerging Pantry which includes exclusive use of the Shelf (SWEPS). elevated Rat Trap VIP 3rd base Tickets are available from: Bro. area at . It also in- Jason Laramee, 3195 Swanson cludes an all you care to eat buffet Road, Wisconsin Rapids, WI through the 5th inning and all the 54495. soda, beer and wine you care to Contact jlaramee@rocket drink through the 7th inning. mail.com or 715-712-4001 for Witter Field is located at 521 more information.

Attending the River Falls School of Instruction front row from left: Chad Svacina, Collins- Spring Valley; Matt Weber, Northwestern; Tom White, New Richmond; and Warren Brandt, Northwestern. Second row: Mark Mayry, New Richmond; Gary Dockter; Collins-Spring Valley, Dan Hagerty, New Richmond; and Chris Tashjian, Hancock. Back row: Brady McAdams, New Richmond; District Lecturer Frank During, Hancock; and Milt Helmer, Hancock. Photo by DDGM Earl Gunderson

By Bro. Milt Helmer shared a quote saying, "When a them open and close in the En- The River Falls Lodge No. man dies, a library burns down." tered Apprentice degree. When 109 hosted the first in a series of Meaning we should always be he first started he told the brothers three Schools of Instruction to be training new Masons in our not to worry about the exact conducted by District 2 Lecturer lodges. He also noted each lodge words, saying those "can be Frank During on Feb. 25. He should be practicing welcoming learned on your own time.” In- began with tips on how to use the the Grand Master. stead he focused on rod and floor most current cipher, saying the District Lecturer During's style work which was welcomed by all most current is the most accurate of instruction is very down to in attendance. version. earth. He began by picking out In closing, Bro. During held Grand Master visits Linden Lodge In his opening Bro. During, members of the audience to take up one of the Counselors Hand- who is a very talented ritualist, positions in the lodge and had books used by Counselors to Junior Grand Deacon Jeffrey S. Schoenfeldt and Grand Master Ken- guide new candidates saying this neth C. Gorgen and his Lady Jan recently visited Linden Lodge No. tool should be used in lodges for 206 for their pancake breakfast. See Photos of New EAs and FCs education. Submitted by DDGM Daniel C. Brylla in the online Wisconsin Masonic Journal

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George Washington Lodge Hosts The Capitular Degrees of Grand Master Kenneth C. Gorgen Masonry As Freemasons, we are always searching for answers to the hidden By Grand Orator mysteries of our Craft. From our first admission into a Lodge of Jerry A. Reick Entered Apprentices we learn that there is George Washington Lodge much to understand and appreciate along our No. 337 was honored to receive Masonic journey. This is true with every de- MWGM Kenneth C. Gorgen gree; it is most certainly true with each of the first four degrees of York Rite Masonry that and confer the Entered Appren- comprise Capitular or Royal Arch Chapter De- tice degree on March 16. grees. The Grand Master was re- ceived in due form and saluted Each of the four Capitular degrees holds its own with the Grand Honors of Ma- set of important lessons. They are especially meaningful insomuch sonry before presiding over as they complete lessons from the first three degrees, especially the Sublime Degree of Master Mason. First is the Mark Master George Washington Lodge and Degree, followed by the Past Master Degree and the Most Excellent conferring the EA degree on Master Degree. Combined, these degrees prepare a candidate to Nicholas McVey. receive the Royal Arch Degree. These four Capitular Degrees also Other guests at the event serve as a prerequisite to degrees and orders of Council and Com- were Area Administrator Derrick mandery, respectively. Smith and the Grand Tiler In Wisconsin, the Capitular Degrees are available to any Freemason Thomas A. Schlicht. Bro. David in good standing who has successfully completed the posting re- Menke from Damascus Lodge quirement as a Master Mason. The petition process is quite simple. No. 290 visited the lodge on his Perhaps you have a Royal Arch Chapter affiliated with your home final stop in getting the coveted Lodge. Otherwise, there is likely an active Chapter not too far dis- Traveling Apron. Our sincere tant. The Companions will gladly assist. In non-pandemic times, congratulations to Bro. Menke degree work is completed regularly; you won’t have to wait long to get started on a new and meaningful path. on his accomplishment! Following the EA degree con- If you’re already a Companion Royal Arch Mason, maybe it has ferral, the Grand Master was been some time since you have visited a Chapter. The door is presented an honorary member- open for you to join us. Together we’ll dust off those skills of a ship in George Washington Royal Arch Mason and recall lessons learned. When you’re ready, we’ll welcome your help with a degree team, if you wish. Lodge for his leadership, dedica- Grand Master Kenneth C. Gorgen is presented an honorary tion, and support to the craft of membership in George Washington Lodge No. 373 by Grand Please contact me if I can be of assistance, no matter where you the Northshore. Orator Jerry A. Reick, Master. are in your Masonic journey. Send me a message at keith- [email protected]. It will be my pleasure to connect you with a local Chapter of Royal Arch Masons. Who can tell where the path may lead?

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Milton Lodge initiates Bro. Sheetz Milton Lodge No. 161, initiated Bro. Timothy Sheetz on March 8. Front row: Duane Huber, LeRoy Huber, Timothy Sheetz, Master Brian Duoss and Area Administrator Robert Barnett. Back row: Bill Kayser, Al Huber, John Bauer and Area Administrator Francis Prusansky. Bro. Arnaud Hondegla initiated in St. John’s Lodge Submitted by Bro. Pat Garvin Bro. Arnaud Hondegla was recently initiated an Entered Apprentice in St. John’s Lodge No. 57, Whitewater. Brothers front row from left: Adam Fischer, District 9 Deputy Grand Master Derek M. Henze, Arnaud Hon- degla, Master Terry Boydson, Dustin Lenz and Pete Lenz. Back row: Richard Moen, Brad Schultz, Jason Mackey, Alan Brawders, Mark Davey, Josh Therrian and Cyril Lyon. Submitted by DDGM Derek M. Henze

Bro. David England is initiated Manitowoc Lodge initiated Bro. David England with help from District 10 officers and members of Ozaukee Lodge No. 17 on March 4. Front Brothers Dalessanoro and Blackstone are new EAs row from left: Eric Pangburn, Master, David England, District 10 Lec- Lake Geneva Lodge No. 44 conferred two Entered Apprentice Degrees on February 27. Brothers Robert turer Erwin Wuehr; and Cory Witting, Junior Warden. Back row: Aaron Dalessanoro and Trevor Blackstone were initiated under the watchful eye of Grand Master Kenneth C. Gor- Hayo, Senior Deacon; Kevin Parins, Junior Warden, Ozaukee Lodge; gen. Lunch and fellowship followed. Front row from left (all are smiling): Senior Warden Gerald Steinke, Rick Schroeder, Tiler, Ozaukee Lodge; Chad Stelze, Junior Deacon; Dan Johnson, Robert Dalessanoro, Grand Master Kenneth C. Gorgen, Trevor Blackstone, Past Master Gary Gold, Senior Deacon. Not pictured: District 10 Deputy Grand Frank Chesen and Past Master Keith Redell. Back row: Junior Deacon Brandon Queen, Junior Warden Master Charles L. Smith; and Alex Bruder Secretary/Treasurer. Ted Stenger, Treasurer; Don Redell, Geneva Lodge Master Brett Krause and Past Master Bob Burton. Submitted by Bro. Alex Bruder Submitted by Bro. Keith Redell

Bro. Sam Christenson is new EA in New Richmond New Richmond No. 195 initiated Sam Christenson into the hidden mysteries of Freemasonry on March 9. Brothers from left: Wayne Tubbs, Dr. James Macfarlane, Brady McAdams, Jeff Kuschel, Dave Giese, EA Sam Christenson, Mike Kastens, Tom White, Conferring Master John Miller, Loren Barnes, Jared Anderson, Mark Mayry, Chad Fonseca and Mike Bessette. Submitted by DDGM Earl Gunderson

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WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - APRIL 2021 - PAGE 20 New Entered Apprentices Beware of Stimulus Scams!

This is good information to get out to our members and widows as we do our check-in calls and mailings:

The information in this message was formulated and circu- lated by Right Worshipful Robert L. Hogan, Chairman, Committee on Law Enforcement, . The message is a short one, but one which can save many of us from loss.

“As most, if not all of you are aware, the United States Gov- ernment has approved economic stimulus checks for the vast majority of our nation’s citizens. Payment amounts and schedules are being determined at this time. SCAMS HAVE BEGUN. People are being called and asked for bank account numbers, PayPal account numbers, etc. The IRS does not work that way. The way the program will work is District 2 Lodges initiate three EAs as follows: The IRS will determine your income and status New Richmond and Menomonie Lodges combined to initiate three new EAs on March 13 in New Richmond. from your 2018 and 2019 taxes. If you direct deposit, the From left: Wayne Tubbs; Donnie Heit; Sam Reichel, Menomonie EA; Anthony Rives, Menomonie EA; money will be direct deposited into the account on file. If Jamie Nutzmann, New Richmond EA; Brady McAdams; and Chad Fonseca. Back row: Bill Tice; Jared An- you use paper checks, then a check will be mailed to the last derson; Jeff Kuschel; Loren Barnes; Frank During, Conferring Master; Mike Bessette; Dave Giese; and address you used when you filed your taxes. THE IRS Mark Mayry. WILL NOT CALL YOU. I can’t emphasize this enough. Submitted by DDGM Earl Gunderson

ANY CALL YOU GET ABOUT THE STIMULUS CHECK IS A SCAM CALL. Scammers tend to take advantage of the elderly. Please make sure that we get the word out to ALL of our Brothers, widows, OES Sisters, our family, friends and neighbors.”

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Bros. Maas and Starkey new EAs in Virginia Falls Entered Apprentices Russell Maas and Christopher Starkey were initiated in Virginia Falls Lodge No. 226, Merrill, on Feb. 23. Twenty-four Brothers were in attendance. Front row from left: Jason Bondioli, EA; John Kraegenbrink, EA; Andrew Riley, EA; Christopher Starkey, new EA; Barry Maxfield, Secretary/Treasurer; Russell Maas, new EA; John Heuer, EA; and Jonathan Lanctin, FC. Second row: Area Administrator Jesse Furrer; Corey Nowak, Master; Lars Framness, Forest 130; District 3 Deputy Grand Master Jacob W. Seever; District 3 Lecturer Tony Budaj; Dave Imlah, Island City 330; and Cody Rogers, Junior Deacon. Back row: Stanley Seeger, Tiler; Matthew Zastrow, PM, Senior Deacon; Andrew Caylor, Senior Warden; Cutler Nowak, Junior Warden; Jacob Szymik, Junior Steward, Island City 330; Jerry Koudelka, Senior Steward, WM of Is- land City 330; and William Mackay, Chaplain, Island City 330. Submitted by Bro. Barry Maxfield, Secretary/Treasurer

Two new EAs in Henry S. Baird Lodge February 25, 2021, Brothers Camden Carie and Alan Crow where initiated EAs in Henry S. Baird Lodge No. 174 on Feb. 25. Front row from left: Area Administrator Mitch Custer; Mark Fischer, PM; Ross Chap- man, Master; Camden Carie; Alan Crow; Tom Pinney, PM; Andy Buechner; and Robert Barnard, PM. Sec- ond row: Michael Gray; Ben Miller; Todd Roalkvan, PM; Jeremy Ruhlen; and Scott Davis, PM. Standing in back: Roger Crass, PM. Submitted by Bro. Ed Klien Photo by Bro. Andy Crow

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PAGE 21 - WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - APRIL 2021 New Entered Apprentice 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. Deats-Cascio is new EA in H.S. Baird Lodge Bro. Craig Deats-Cascio was initiated an EA in Henry S. Baird Lodge No. 174 on Feb. 12. From left: Area Administrator Mitch Custer Mark Fischer, PM; Ben Miller; Craig Deats-Cascio, Todd Roalkvan, PM; Ross Chapman, Master; Mike Gray, Scott Davis, PM; Tom Pinney, PM; and Andy Buechner. Submitted by Bro. Ed Klien Photo by Bro. Andy Crow Wis. Masonic Service and Assistance

Wisconsin Masonic Service and know of a Brother in good stand- tance. Those forms can be ob- Assistance is here to assist Worthy ing or his family that needs assis- tained from the Grand Lodge Of- Brother Master Masons, their tance. The Lodge must assist this fice. Each case referred to the Widows and Orphans. Brother first; be a “pass of the Committee is reviewed and nor- Assistance begins in the Lodge. hat” or funds dispersed from the mally has a very quick response. The process begins when you Lodge’s Charity Fund. In some In most cases we try to complete cases, Lodge Brothers have been our requests within 30 days. very instrumental with assistance There are however, Emergency Wisconsin Masonic by asking Brothers within the Assistance cases. In those cases, Charities Lodge that have special talents to we will respond much quicker. assist. If you have any further question, Erika Miller, If further assistance is needed, contact Bro. Robert Canfield at you can assist the Brother in com- [email protected] or 608- [email protected] pleting an application for assis- 239-0505.

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WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - APRIL 2021 - PAGE 22 Project Adam AED New Fellowcrafts Program Saves Lives

Since its inception, our Ma- 1) A letter defining the pro- sonic Medical Foundation defibril- gram, cost of the unit, whom it lator program has been known to will serve, organization's impact have saved over 30 lives! on the community, etc., on Lodge The Wisconsin Masonic Foun- letterhead. dation Medical Fund is still proudly 2) A letter from the organiza- supporting matching grants for tion receiving the AED, stating the placement of Automatic Exter- that they do not have funds set nal Defibrillators in schools and aside in their budget for this type other public buildings. Since the of purchase. cost of the units has come down 3) Up to $800 in matching over the years, we offer a dollar funds, made payable to the: Wis- for dollar match of up to $800 per consin Masonic Foundation Med- unit ($1600 total). ical Fund. Grants that are considered part This is still a very important pro- of Project ADAM (AEDs in Wis- gram, and now is the time, if your consin High Schools) are pre-ap- Lodge has not participated. proved, while an AED placed in There are many places in Wiscon- any other level of school or public sin communities that could benefit building must be voted upon by from this lifesaving equipment. the Board of Directors at their If your Lodge has already placed quarterly meeting. an AED(s), now is a great time to In order to have a grant request check back with them. Do they considered, a Lodge must submit: need to upgrade their unit? Do Three new Fellowcrafts at Hartford Lodge they need replacement pads and batteries? The Medical Fund can Virginia Falls Lodge No. 226 passed three EAs to Fellowcraft Degree on Feb. 27. Fifteen brothers from assist with matching grants for three lodges participated. Front row from left: Jason Bondioli, new FC; Andrew Riley, new FC; Barry Thoughts those efforts as well. Maxfield, Conferred; John Heuer, new FC; Jonathan Lanctin, FC; and William Mackay, Chaplain, Island to Live By Contact Erika Miller, Develop- City. Second row: District 3 Lecturer Tony, Phillips; Corey Nowak, Master; Cody Rogers, Senior Deacon; ment Officer, Wisconsin Masonic and Dave Imlah, Island City. Back row: Jacob Szymik, FC, Island City; Stanley Seeger, Tiler; Cutler Nowak, "We can't help everyone, but Foundation, 36275 Sunset Drive, Junior Warden; and Andrew Caylor, Senior Warden. everyone can help someone." Dousman, WI 53118 262-965- Submitted by: Bro. Barry Maxfield, Secretary/Treasurer - Ronald Reagan 2200, ext. 831. Email [email protected].

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Did you know: Two new Fellowcrafts in Burlington Lodge • Over 14 million people in the United States are Living with Burlington Lodge No. 28 would like to congratulate Brothers Tim Goldschmidt and Gregory Bieniewski on their passing to the Fellowcraft Degree on Feb. 18. The District 11 Team was present along with the Brothers Heart Disease from Washburn Lodge No. 145 who took home the District 11 Traveling Gavel. Front row from left: Jan • Cardiovascular Disease is the num- Talaga, FC Tim Goldschmidt, FC Greg Bieniewski and Ron Gebel. Second row: Bill Gillmore (145), FC ber one killer of women in the Miguel Rios (367), Jeff Froederman (367), William Hahnfeldt and Joe Brown (145). Back row: Mark Gray United States (WM145), District 11 Deputy Grand Master Christopher M. Luedke, Donald Noble, Wally Noble, Matthew Kaye, Bud Pellmann, District 11 Lecturer Dave Hinners and Area Administrator Jeff Brenner. • 82% of Coronary Artery Disease Submitted by Bro. Shawn Noble deaths occur in people aged 65 or older and the leading cause of premature and permanent disability from work • 1.5 million people have a heart attack every year in the United States

While at the same time, the Masonic Medical Research Institute: • Is one of the top genetic screening centers in the world dedicated to helping patients with cardiac disease • Discovered numerous mutations responsible for Long QT syn- drome, a life-threatening cardiac arrhythmia syndrome that first affects children in their teenage years • Collaborates with leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology com- panies such as Gilead Sciences, AstraZeneca and Merck to iden- tify drugs that may pose a danger to society and to facilitate FDA approval of new and effective drugs to treat heart disease. • Discovered many of the mechanisms responsible for abnormal rhythms of the heart which lead to sudden cardiac deaths

All of this, and more are reasons that the Cardiac Research Center, a part of the Masonic Medical Research Institute needs our support. Federal support for basic science research is diminishing, and the need to continue the groundbreaking efforts of the Center are great.

Please consider making a contribution from your Lodge to fund this Bro. Jansma is new FC in Dodge County Lodge important research. You could be assisting in saving the life of a fam- ily member, friend, stranger or member of the Masonic Family. Dodge County Lodge No. 72 passed Bro. Adam Jansma to the Fellowcraft Degree on March 8. Front row from left: Scott Gradel, Junior Grand Steward Dennis J. Krahn, Master John Machkovech, New EA Adam Every dollar (up to $5000) will be matched by the Wisconsin Masonic Jansma, Grand Master Kenneth C. Gorgen and Mike Roddy. Back row: Josh Tyjeski, Mike Goodson, Bob Foundation’s Medical Fund, working towards our goal of contributing Dolan, Art Rettschlag, Kevin Carnine, Mark Toraason, and Jonah Tyjeski. $10,000 annually. Consider a fund raiser for this event. Promotional Submitted by Mark Toraason materials are available by calling Erika in the Development Office at: 262-965-2200, ext. 831.

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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. • 920-931-2701 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. 920-573-3502, 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 July & Aug. 1st Thursday 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. • 920-216-7586 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 • 715-553-0258 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. • [email protected] 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., dinner 6 p.m., meet 7 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., outside gatherings 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 & 4th Tues. Social, RSVP 6 p.m. 229 W. Grand Ave. • 608-530-8265 Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. Meets All Year Dark July & August Dark July & August dinner - 7 p.m. meet. Dark July & Aug. 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. • 262-210-1499 1950 Bond St. • (920) 562-8086 227 S. Oak St. • 608-583-4303 (Sec) 3000 W. Wisconsin Ave., • 414-421-0314 Berlin Lodge No. 38 201 Park St. • 608-444-0074 (Sec) Meet 2nd & 4th Mon., 2nd Mon. July and 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. Aug., 4th Monday 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., • 414-399-3115 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. • 715-271-7471 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 1st 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 Meets All Year 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 • 715-477-1202 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. • 715-379-2310 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 & 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. Meets All Year 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. • 262-292-9999 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, 7:00 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.• 608-438-8314 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 24

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Racine Waterloo Racine-Belle City Lodge No. 18 Waterloo Lodge No. 63 1012 Main St. • 262-483-0427 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 • 414-745-8315 Meet 1st & 3rd Thurs., 7:30 p.m. Meet 2nd & 4th 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

Rice Lake Waupun Blue Hills Lodge No. 234 Waupun Lodge No. 48 225 W. South St. • 715-495-2374 16 S. Madison St. • 920-324-3141 Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7:00 p.m. Meets 1st Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Meets All Year Dark July & August Bros. Janzen and Petropoulos passed in Janesville Brothers Jared Janzen and Alex Petropoulos were passed to the Degree of Fellowcraft in Janesville-Western Richland Center Wausau Richland Lodge No. 66 Forest Lodge No. 130 Star Lodge No. 55 on March 13. Front row from left: Richard Moen, Jared Janzen, Alex Petropoulos, 290 W. Union St. • 608-553-1418 (Sec) 3815 Fleet Dr., Wausau • 715-298-6002 Craig Wiggins, Alan Snyder and Bill Kayser. Back row: Scotty Meek, Sven Ahlstrom, Duane Harvey, Ward Meet 1st Wednesday, 7 p.m. Meet 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Nottestad, Ron Rasmussen and Larry Preston. Meets All Year Dark June, July & August Submitted by DDGM Derek Henze Ripon Wautoma 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 Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m. Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7 p.m. Meets All Year. Dark Jan. and Feb.

River Falls Wauwatosa River Falls Lodge No. 109 Henry L. Palmer Lodge No. 301 122 E. Walnut St. • 715-222-3939 (Sec.) 4315 N. 92nd St. • 262-424-6993 Meet 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. 4th Fri., 6 p.m. dinner, 7 p.m. meeting 3rd Tuesday only July & August Meets All Year

Sheboygan Wauwatosa Sheboygan Lodge No. 11 James M. Hays Lodge No. 331 1138 Union Ave. • 920-718-1986 (Sec.) 4315 N. 92nd St. • 414-349-7650 Meet 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m. 1st Monday, 6:30 p.m. Meets All Year Dark July & August

Shell Lake Wauwatosa Shell Lake /Spooner Lodge No. 221 Independence Lodge No. 80 28 Doboy Drive • 715-296-3638 4315 N. 92nd St. • 414-745-3437 Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m. 4th Thurs., 7 p.m. Meets All Year Meets All Year

Shullsburg West Allis Bros. Diem and Peacock are new FCs in Hartford Amicitia Lodge No. 25 Wauwatosa Lodge No. 267 127½ Water St. • 608-963-5951 7515 W. National Ave. • 262-662-9934 At a recent Special Communication Hartford Lodge No. 120 passed two Brothers to the Fellowcraft Degree. Meet 2nd & 4th Thursday, 7 p.m. Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7 p.m. Pictured (from left to right) are the members of the FC degree team. Front row from left: Al Brandt, Treas- Meets All Year Dark July & August urer; District 10 Lecturer Erwin Wuehr; New Fellowcraft Logan Peacock; Paul Peacock, Master; New Fel- West Bend lowcraft Jon Diem; and Wayne Dahnke, Junior Warden. Back row: Jim Hunt, Senior Deacon; Jim Diem, Sparta West Bend Lodge No. 138 Senior Warden; Bob Ferguson, Tiler; Tom Paine, Chaplain; Chris Weed, Trustee; Jeff Lenzen, Senior Stew- Valley Lodge No. 60 603 N. Court St. • 608-269-2616 301 N. University Dr. • 262-323-6532 ard; Patrick Bertelson, Junior Deacon; Kyle Richards, Junior Steward; and Carl Hoy, Secretary. Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesday, 7 p.m. Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7 p.m. Submitted by Bro. Allen Brandt Dark July & August Meets All Year

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) Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. Meets 4th Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. Dark June, July & August Dark July & August

Stevens Point Whitefish Bay Evergreen Lodge No. 93 Aurora Lodge No. 30 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. Meets All Year Dark July & August

Stoughton Whitefish Bay Kegonsa Lodge No. 73 Geo. Washington 1776 Lodge No. 337 125 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

Sturgeon Bay Whitewater Henry S. Baird Lodge No. 174 St. John’s Whitewater-Palmyra No. 57 31 S. 3rd Ave. • 920-493-3727 226 W. Main Street • 262-441-0203 Meet 2nd & 4th Thurs., 6:30 p.m. Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:30 p.m. Dark July & August Meets All Year

Sun Prairie Wilmot Sun Prairie Lodge No. 143 Wilmot Lodge No. 241 Call Sec. for Meeting Location • 608-770- 30702 113th St. • 847-774-0013 2018 Meet 1st & 3rd Mon., 7 p.m. Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. Dark July & August Dark 4th Tuesday July & August

Superior Winneconne Acacia-Itasca Lodge No. 329 Winneconne Lodge No. 186 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. Meets All Year Dark Dec., Jan. and Feb.

Superior Wisconsin Dells Superior Lodge No. 236 Dells Lodge No. 124 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. Meets All Year Dark January & February

Tomah Wisconsin Rapids Tomah Lodge No. 132 Wisconsin Rapids Lodge No. 128 D-2 East Traveling Gavel at River Falls Lodge 520 E. Saratoga Street • 608-372-5507 2321 2nd Ave. So. • 715-630-9143 Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m. Meet 1st & 3rd Wed., 6 p.m. meal, 7 p.m. Officers from River Falls Lodge No. 109 captured the D-2 East Traveling Gavel from Hancock Lodge No. Dark July & August meeting, Dark July & August

229 on March 23. From left: Scott McBeath, Master, Hancock 229; Chris Tashjian, Master, River Falls Union Grove 109; Chris Falkner, Senior Warden, River Falls 109; Logan Schmidt; and Austin Mahanke. Silas H. Shepherd Union Grove Lodge No. 288 Photo by DDGM Earl Gunderson Lodge of Research No. 1843 1021 – 11th Ave. • 262-878-1494 Oconomowoc • 262-893-1106 Meet 3rd Saturday, 8:30 a.m. 2nd Saturday • March, June, Sept., Dec. Meets All Year Call for meeting location Email your submissions to [email protected].

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