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August 2018 Edition 3443 South Galena St., Denver, Colorado 80231
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Rich Silver
Nobles, the most important fundraising event of the
year for El Jebel is almost here! The 8th Annual
Sportsmen’s Raffle will be held on August 25, 2018
at the Douglas County Events Center in Castle Rock
from noon to 5:00 pm. As you know, there is a prize
drawing every three minutes. The exclusive
“Sellers” raffle will once again be held during the
September Stated meeting. Nobles, this event pro-
vides a substantial part of the operating budget for El
Jebel and we need your help to make it a successful
event and meet our budget goals for 2018. Nobel
Perry Mittler is coordinating ticket sales at Bass Pro
in Denver and Colorado Springs, Tanner Gun Show
and other locations. We need volunteers to come out
and work with your fellow Nobles to sell tickets at
these events. We also need your help to get ticket
books for yourself and perhaps sell them to your
friends, coworkers and neighbors. Join the members
of the Divan by participating in this important fund-
raising event for El Jebel.
Are you ready to go to the High School Throwback
Party on Saturday September 8, 2018? Dust off your
high school sweater or letterman’s jacket and get
ready for a fun filled evening of music, dancing,
games and great food! The High School Throwback
Party will be held at the Lakewood Elks Lodge,
1455 Newland St, Lakewood, CO. The fun starts at
5:00 pm with a buffet dinner at 6:30 pm. We will
have a DJ playing songs from the 50’s 60’s, 70’s,
80’s and 90’s for entertainment and dancing pleas-
ure. Please note that the Lakewood Elks has a
CASH ONLY bar, so plan ahead.
We will be holding our Fall Ceremonial on October
20, 2018 at the Denver Consistory just prior to this
year’s Oktoberfest. Nobles it is never too early to be
talking to your friends and lodge Brothers about be-
coming a Shriner. Please get petitions into the hands
of perspective Shriners so we can make the Fall Cer-
emonial a rousing success!
Summer is quickly becoming a thing of the past
with only the Wheat Ridge, Arvada and Broomfield
Parades remaining on August 11, September 8 and
September 15, 2018 respectively. Remember that
the Broomfield Parade will be followed by our annu-
al barbecue.
Believe it or not, the September 10, 2018 Stated
meeting is just around the corner. Plan on coming
out to share an evening of fellowship and the Raffle
“Sellers” drawing followed by the business meeting
as our Ladies move to their separate “Sweet Treat”
meeting.
Let’s keep the spirit of fun and fellowship going by
joining in with your fellow Nobles in all the activi-
ties and parades coming up during the remainder of
the summer!
El Jebel Ceremonial, June 30, 2081
Brush Parade
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Jay Bobick
Imperial Session and other happening
The Imperial Session was held 15-18 July in Daytona Beach,
Florida. As mentioned last month, this is a summary of those
Call actions taken that have an effect on El Jebel Shriners:
An associate member cannot con currently hold elec-
tive offices in any of the Temples of which he is a
member or concurrently hold elective office in
any of the units or clubs of the temples of which
he is a member.
The Imperial Potentate may grant a special dispensa-
tion to allow more than two Temple stated meet-
ings during a calendar year to be held elsewhere
than the Temple location but within the exclusive
or concurrent Temple jurisdiction.
A Noble who has served two years as Potentate can
serve an additional two years as Potentate if he
has served at least two years subsequent to his
previous terms as Potentate in an office on the
official Divan other than as Potentate and there
are no other eligible candidates offering for elec-
tion to the position as Potentate.
Temple could organize new nonprofit corporations for
purposes other than those previously limited to
having no purpose other than that of acquiring,
owning, selling or otherwise disposing of, and
mortgaging real estate, and the erection, mainte-
nance and operation of buildings thereon, for its
own use.
A candidate for any elected office, Board of Director
position or trustee position in Shriners Hospital
for Children must submit for publication in the
Notice of Annual Meeting, a Resolution, which
states that the candidate is seeking election to a
specific office, Board of Director position or
Board of Trustee position, that the candidate has
authorized that a Personal Background Check be
conducted and that the Department of Legal Af-
fairs is authorized to disclose immediately prior to
the election for the office that the candidate is
seeking, any information in a Personal Back-
ground Check obtained pursuant to the authoriza-
tion which, in the opinion of the Department of
Legal Affairs, is relevant or material to the quali-
fications of the candidate in holding the office
for which the candidate is seeking election.
Two Resolutions that passed may be of interest to you as
Shriners.
Shriners International has granted a Charter to Amal
Shriners, U.D. Sao Paulo, S.P., Brazil pursuant to
Shriners International By-Laws, Article 29.
Shriners International has granted a Charter to Amal
Shriners, U.D. Sao Paulo, S.P., Brazil pursuant to
Shriners International By-Laws, Article 29.
Shriners International has granted a Charter to Bolivia
Shriners, U.D. pursuant to Shriners International
By-Laws, Article 29.
These two new Temple bring the Temples total to 198.
The long awaited Flag Pole in our Building’s front is now fully
approved and will be installed within the next few weeks It
will be just to the left of the current entryway concrete. The
installation will be followed by a replacement of the memorial
bricks, the design of which is currently under review. The Red
Fez is your best source for updaters on all El Jebel activities.
The Temple Summer Party has been rescheduled for 8 Septem-
ber. Keep reading your Red Fez for details, it will be a blast for
all attending.
To really glean the most from your Temple membership, join in
the fun at our remaining El Jebel Parade Schedule. Mark your
calendars to be at every one:
11 August Wheat Ridge Parade
8 September Arvada Parade
15 September Broomfield Parade and our annual cookout
10 November Veterans’ Day Parade, Denver
30 November Louisville Parade of Lights
Last but certainly not least is your needed support for our annu-
al fundraisers. We will only be successful if each Noble recog-
nizes that his support is required as well as those in his family
that give of their time and efforts which is so appreciated.
The Sportsmen’s Raffle is fast approaching and ticket sales are
sorely needed if we are to meet our expenses, much less make
the amount required in our annual budget. Get your tickets at
the office or from another Noble and sell. Also include our
50/50 tickets in your efforts. Work them with the raffle tickets.
It’s not that hard.
Our Craft Fair/Cowboy Christmas will be in the fall and we
need your assistance in obtaining vendors. Talk with those that
your may do business with or are your friends. This is a great
opportunity to create a win-win situation that will allow a ven-
dor to increase their sales while providing a source of income
for El Jebel.
With each of us, as Nobles being active in all that we do, there
is nothing we cannot accomplish. All that is required is you!
Finally, our regular meetings will resume on 10 September with
our Stated Meeting at 7:00 pm, preceded by dinner at 6:00 pm.
We look forward to greeting each of you then.
Fraternally,
James C. Bobick. Recorder
El Jebel Shriners
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2018 Parade Schedule
Callout Parades
March 17 St. Patrick’s Day Parade
May 28 Commerce City Memorial Parade
July 28 Douglas County Parade
August 11 Wheat Ridge Parade
September 8 Arvada Parade
September 15 Broomfield Parade / Cookout
November 10 Veteran’s Day Parade
Official Parades
June 2 Johnstown Parade
June 16 Salida FIBark Parade
July 4 Brush Parade
November 30 Louisville Parade of Lights
EL JEBEL SHRINE
Phone (303) 455-3470 Fax: (303) 458-8849
Red Fez Articles—[email protected]
THE RED FEZ
Desktop Edition 2018-08
Rich Silver
Illustrious Potentate
ELECTED DIVAN
Bobby Marner Chief Rabban
Joe Kent Assistant Rabban
Ron Williamson High Priest & Prophet
Ken Jones Oriental Guide
Bill Schwartz Treasurer
Jay Bobick Recorder
APPOINTED DIVAN
Rob Cheney 1st Ceremonial Master
Gary Loberg 2nd Ceremonial Master
Carson Ribble Marshal
P erry Mittler Captain of the Guard
Bill Brassette Outer Guard-West
Bob Elsloo Outer Guard—East
Ron Dunsmore Director
Jim Oliver Chaplain
LIVING PAST POTENTATES
Lee E. Schlessman (1970)
Robert G. Van Male (1988)
Thomas D. Palmer (1989)
Jack D. Patten (1990)
Steve Tucker (1991)
Richard E. Williams (1993)
Amer Plaisted (1994)
Dr. David Powell (1997)
Jim Lear (1998)
Michael G. Severe (1999)
Jim Fitzpatrick (2000)
Ron Cosens (2003)
Richard Karns (2004, 2005)
Clint Dexter (2006)
Tony Dattilo (2007)
Fred Taylor (2008)
Jim Stewart (2009)
Ed Rendon (2010)
Dennis Proctor (2011)
Jim Long (2012)
Matthew Raia (2013)
Phil Hause (2014)
Michael Trevathan (2015)
Larry Clark (2016)
PUBLICATION STAFF
Susan Boles, Editor
Jim & Judy Taylor , Photographer
Tony Dattilo, P.P. Feature Writer
Subscriptions are available to members. Call the office
303-455-3470 if you would like a copy mailed to you each month for an annual fee of $15.00
Jeffco Shrine Club
By Jim Cram
The weather and our Annual Picnic on 20 June were
just perfect. President Herb Schillereff welcomed all and
requested everyone to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance.
Herb also brought a box of JeffCo jackets for anyone that
might need one. Gary Jewell was able to find one he
liked and wore it home. Shriner Chaplain Jim Oliver pro-
vided the Invocation. The festivities started out with the
‘quarter raffle.’ The winners were Jack Russell, Carolyn
Irwin, Jeanne Thompson, Phil Hause, and Dan Kamunen.
The food and company were great.
After a two-week break we met for our regular luncheon
and were pleased to have Divan Rep Jim Oliver in attend-
ance.
Congratulations to Herb and Lorna Schillereff who will
celebrate their 61st wedding anniversary on August 25th.
Jack Russell is working on details of the Bronco foot-
ball contest for September. The object is to pick the num-
ber of wins the Broncos will have during the regular sea-
son and the team that will win the Superbowl.
Birthdays for August -
Becky Jewell
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Membership Report
Total Membership (with Associates)
as of July 31, 2018
1082
4– Creations
2- Expired
Calendar of Events
August
1 Evening of Laughter - Comedy Works South
11 Wheat Ridge Parade
18 Fraternal Family Picnic & Car Show
22-25 CSSA—Branson, MO
25 Sportsmen’s Raffle
September
8 Arvada Parade
8 Throwback Party
10 Stated Meeting (Ladies Program)
15 Broomfield Parade/ BBQ
25 Walk for Love—Salt Lake City
26-30 Potentate’s New Orleans Trip
DONATIONS
Shriners Hospitals for Children
From In Memory of
Dick Welle Donation
Phyllis Campbell Wes Campbell
Diane Campbell Wes Campbell
Toni Teague Wes Campbell
Lyle & Francis Adams Wes Campbell
Elizabeth Schultz Wes Campbell
Harold & Nichole Potter Jim Graves
Kendy & Greg Rindone Wes Campbell
R.E. & J.M. Nutter Donation
David & Iris Krogh Virginia Meek
David & Iris Krogh Bill Ellicott
Transportation Fund
Floyd & Carmella Scoggin Jim Graves
Lisa & Herminio Gomez Jim Graves
Jim & Jean Ashley Jim Graves
Carlin & Susan Joslyn Jim Graves
Gary & Kaye Vanner Jim Graves
World’s Highest S.C. Walter Mosgovoy
Shrine Hospital In Honor of:
David & Iris Krogh Jerry Nisbit 70 years a Mason
Rod & Rosalee Johnson Jerry Nisbit 70 years a Mason
Sam Okner Donna & Ernie Edwards 50th Anniversary
El Jebel Ceremonial, June 30, 2081
LOVE WORKING WITH YOUR HANDS?
The El Jebel Directors Staff is in need of
carpenters, handymen etc to work with us on
projects around our Shrine building.
If interested please call the Director, Ron Dunsmore
at 303-519-3321 or email
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WESTERN CO SHRINE CLUB
By Steve Thomas
Tri- County by Steve Thomas:
We had a great time with our Masonic Brothers at the
Montrose Elks Lodge cookout. Brothers Jim Ditmore,
Mark Wallen, their ladies and crew did an excellent job
with the meal. Had a very abbreviated meeting and about
all we decided on was to go dark in August. The only
weekend we had open is Labor Day weekend and thought
most families would like to be together. So our next meet-
ing will be in September.
Sickness and destress: Sky Fairlamb had a total knee re-
place June 12th and is doing rehab at Cholow Center in
Delta. Wishing him a speedy recovery. Good thing he
won our 50/50 cash prize last meeting. It will help him
cover expenses and lost wages from work.
WCSC Clowns by Steve Thomas:
Paonia Cherry Days parade was a blast as always. We
had a good showing of clowns and a lot of fun for all. Jim
"Gassie" Ditmore did this one as his first parade as a
WCSC Clown and he was overwhelmed with the crowd
cheering for the Shriners. Gunnison Cattlemen's Days
parade saw 4 WCSC Clowns show up. Fred "Scooter"
Carson, Jim "Gassie" Ditmore, Steve "Mugsy" Thomas
and Bob "Boomer" Beeson. However Boomer broke a
throttle cable and had to go to the pits.
More parades coming in August. We have Rifle County
Fair parade August 4th line up at 9am. Delta County Fair
parade in Hotchkiss August 11th line up 9am, "Which I
won't be able to attend because of a family gathering on
that day". Then Palisade Peach Festival parade August
18th line up at 8am. Then we go to Ridgway for Labor
Day and Ouray County Fair parade on Monday Sept. 3rd
9am which is fun!
Calling All Ladies
If you are related by birth or marriage to a Shriner, or a
Master Mason, or a Majority Member in Good Standing
of a Masonic-related organization for girls you are invit-
ed to El Mejdel Temple Daughters of the Nile Coffee.
Come learn more about the Daughters of the Nile and
what we do for the Shriners Hospital for Children®.
When: Saturday, October 6, 2018
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 Noon
Where: El Jebel Shrine
Any questions and to RSVP, please contact our Mem-
bership Chair
Barbara Lloyd, PQ
720-255-2846
Email: [email protected]
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Schedule of Activities
Wednesday-September 26, 2018
10:35 am—6:00 pm
Flight to NOLA
Hospitality @ Rusty Nail
Thursday-September 27, 2018
9:00 am Breakfast @ Cafe Du Monde
10:00 am Free Time & Tours
Noon Lunch on your own
1:00 pm Free Time & Tours
6:00 pm Dinner@ Bourbon House
Friday-September 28, 2018
9:00 am Breakfast on your own
10:00 am Free Time & Tours
Noon Lunch on your own
1:00 pm Free Time & Tours
6:00 pm Dinner@ Pascal's Manale
9:00 pm Bourbon Street Crawl
Saturday-September 29, 2018
9:00 am Breakfast on your own
10:00 am Free Time & Tours
Noon Lunch on your own
1:00 pm Free Time & Tours
6:00 pm Dinner@ GW Fins
Sunday-September 30, 2018
11 :10am Flight Home
THANK YOU FOR JOINING US!
Registration includes airfare, hotel, and all
group meals noted above.
Tours
WWII Museum
This must see attraction transports you to a time when victory hung in the balance. Guaranteed to move and educate, the Museum features a 4D
Cinematic experience, interactive exhibits, soaring
aircraft, personal histories, and more.
Steamboat Natchez
Take a ride on the last authentic steamboat on the Missis-sippi River. Lunch and sightseeing cruise
Featuring the Steamboat & Stompers jazz band.
New Orleans School of Cooking The participants will watch, learn and eat! Sit back and enjoy skilled, entertaining chefs prepare a classic Cajun/Creole meal for you, while learning about the vibrant history of New Orleans. Thursday features Shrimp Creole while Friday features Crawfish Etouffee. Airboat Swamp Tour Marsh, bayous, and open waterways highlight this fast & thrilling ride through the swamps of Louisiana. The boat captain will commentate the trip to see the fishing community of Jean Lafitte including an albino alli-gator exhibit. Cemetery & Voodoo Tour This walking tour includes round-trip transportation to see the resting place of historical and political leaders. Visit the oldest above ground cemetery and learn the history of burial rituals and the evolution of Voodoo. Registration
*All prices are per person* Registration Before 8/1/2018 ............. $1,500.00 Late Registration ........ .. $1,600.00 Tours ............................................... ..... .. .. .. . WWII National Museum .. ............. $50.00 Steamboat Lunch ........ ................ $50.00 Cooking Class Lunch ............ ...... $50.00 Airboat Swamp Tour ......... .......... $75.00 Cemetery & Voodoo Tour ............ $30.00 Total ......................................... $ ___ _ $250 Deposit. ...... ........................ $ 250.00 Balance .................. ........... ........ $ ___ _ Name:~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Address=~~~~~~~~~~~~~~- City/State/Zip: ___________ _ Cell Phone: ____________ _ Office/Title Held: _________ _ E--mail: ______________ ________ Make check payable to: El Jebel Temple Mail check to: El Jebel Temple 3443 S. Galena St. Suite 250 Denver, CO 80231 Questions: (303) 455-3470
*Remaining Balance Due by 8/1/18*
2018
Potentate’s Trip
To New Orleans
Don’t miss the party!
For a full brochure call the office 303-455-3470
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Saturday, November 3, 2018 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Cost: $20.00/person
Highlands Masonic Temple 3550 Federal Blvd. Denver, CO
Seating is limited – First come, First served
Reservation Deadline: October 20, 2018 (Mail or Call-in)
Make checks payable to: El Mejdel Temple No. 47
Mail to: Jo Ann Van Trump
3360 Marshall Street Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Phone: 303-232-3542 or E-mail: [email protected]
Name(s)/Group :
_________________________________________
Telephone Number: __________________
Email:______________________________
Number of tickets: ____@ $20.00/person = $_______
Name and E-mail address of contact person
____________________________________________
_____________________________________
Use back of page if necessary
Proceeds to benefit El Mejdel
Temple Operating Fund
Daughters of the Nile
6th
Annual High Tea
“An English Garden Tea”
Our President Noble Gerald Thorndyke called the meet-
ing to order and led us in the pledge of allegiance, Noble
Cecil Souders then offered the prayer. The minutes of our
last gathering were reviewed and approved as printed.
Treasurer Noble Earl Craddock gave the treasurer’s report.
It was unchanged from the last report. The report was ac-
cepted as reported. The High Plains Rendezvous was our
next summer project, it was held on the 23rd of June. For
the early arrivals they met at the Grill at River City. Satur-
day morning we had coffee and donuts for early risers and
then the work started. The Rendezvous was right during
our fireworks sales, so tables were moved around to accom-
modate the lunch program. We had a great meal for lunch
and the work was completed and conferred with perfection.
We had a short conversation about next year’s fireworks
and it was decided we would continue this discussion after
a plan for next year‘s sale has been laid out. On July 4th
we had a hamburger and hotdog cookout and invited family
and friends to participate. We have three or four young
men interested in masonry and we wanted to get to know
them. This family gathering seemed to be a good time to
meet them and watch the city fireworks show right across
the street, had a great show this year.
As we seem to have covered all our necessary business it
was now time to move on to the rest of our day. The Presi-
dent Jerry Thorndyke closed the meeting at about 7:25 AM
with peace and harmony prevailing. Our next function will
be the Logan County Fair.
You all have a standing invitation to come out and meet
with us the second Monday of each month here at the Over-
land Trail Café at the Atwood interchange at 6:00 A.M.
That is the Sinclair Station at Exit 115 off I-76. Good food
and Great Fellowship.
Jerry Wardrip Sec.
July meeting of the July Meeting of the
Northeast Colorado Shrine Club Outpost #1 Colorado Consistory
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Dune Buggy Patrol
By Don Weiser
Another Month of Parades and summer activities has finished,
and once again, the Dune Buggy Patrol was very busy.
The month started out with the July 4th parade in Brush. On
July 3rd, 9 couples stayed the night at the Sands Inn. There were
20 of us that met for dinner and socializing afterward. We were
out in force with 6 buggys on parade. Since the streets of Brush
are so wide, we had ‘Lots of Room’ to do our maneuvers. We
had a great time, as usual, and 24 met for breakfast before the
parade in Fort Morgan.
MONTHLY EVENTS:
On July 8th, we once again traveled to Evergreen for our sum-
mer social at Connie and Don Strand’s mountain home. Every-
one brought a dish to share and the Strand’s furnished brats and
dogs hot from the grill. Following lunch, we made homemade
ice cream furnished by Ron and Robyn. Once again, a great time
was had by all that attended.
July 11th was our monthly meeting, at Garrison ST. Bar and
Grill. We had another well attended meeting.
Finishing out the month, the Castle Rock parade was on July
28th. We met at the IHOP for breakfast. There were 8 Buggies
on parade with our ladies able to ride, as it’s hard to maneuver
with the crowds.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Wednesday, August 8th, we will hold our monthly meeting.
As usual, meeting at the Garrison St. Bar and Grill. Let’s see
everyone out for this months meeting.
August 11th is the Wheat Ridge Carnation Parade, which is a
CALL OUT. Let’s see if we can once again get a great turnout
for this parade.
On August 22nd – 25th, CSSA will be happening in Branson,
Mo. The Weiser’s will be traveling to enjoy the festivities and
compete in Show Car Class again.
The annual El Jebel Shrine Sportsman’s Raffle will be held on
August 25th. Lets all get out and support our Shrine by attending
and BUYING OUR TICKETS!!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY:
Bronwen Cheney August 13th, Rob Cheney August 18th,
Deborah Elsloo August 25th, Tommy Houston August 25th,
Gerry Villhauer August 27th
Keystone Kops
By Larry N. Clark, P.P.
In July the Kops participated in several
events, the Brush Parade, the Shrimp Boil at the Consistory,
and our meeting with the El Jebel Motor Corps. Of course,
each Kop also had their vacation trips and family functions.
Some of the Kops made it to the Brush Parade on the
4th of July. We got up very early and found our way to Brush.
We met at the Brush High School, home of the Beet Diggers,
we then wandered down Edmunds Street, actually rode our
vehicles, circled back around on Mill Street and packed up for
the trip home. Brush is always a good parade. The people of
Brush are friendly and appreciate the El Jebel Shrine attending
their parade.
A few Kops chowed down at the Denver Consistory
Shrimp Boil. It was a great time. We had boiled shrimp, salad,
potatoes, corn on the cob, sausage, shrimp, bread, and desserts.
The desserts were ice cream with various toppings and
smoooores. Good food, good people, and a great time.
We still have time to sell sell sell Raffle Tickets.
When you sell the tickets get the money and ticket stubs to the
office quickly. We want your winners to have the ticket stubs
in the drum for the drawing.
Plan on attending the Sportsmen’s Raffle August 25th.
Watch your August calendars for upcoming parades. We have
a parade in Castle Rock and Wheat Ridge.
See you all at the El Jebel Motor Corps / Kops meet-
ing August 30th.
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OPTARS
By J & J Taylor
The Optars are NOT dark this summer---in fact our
lighting is perfect! And our timing includes the Sports-
men’s Raffle in August. We know you will want to buy
some tickets to the main event and also for the Optars’
table raffle; the club is offering a Full Drone Flying Kit
with camera attached! Tickets are $5.00 for one or $20
for five.
Some of you say, “But I’m not a drone-person!” And
we answer, “But most of you have children and grandchil-
dren who LOVE to play with modern technology!” Here
are some specs:
This Mini-drone, “Spark”, is hand-held and responds to
hand gestures and facial recognition. It can also be con-
trolled with a smart phone or the included remote control
for extended range. “Spark’s” camera has an f/2.6 wide-
angle lens with a 25mm equivalent focal length---
incredible image quality for you to push your creative
boundaries!
We could tell you more, but the video shows it’s wide
capabilities; write Taylors ([email protected]); or call 303
-795 3278 for any info.
SAVE THE DATE
New Years Eve Party
December 31, 2018 8:00PM-12:30AM
Clarion Hotel
200 W. 48th Avenue
Presented by El Jebel Shrine
Be part of the FUN!
Cooler Nobles By: Cooler Krew
Welcome Cary Williams and his Lady Jutta; our new
member and Nobel from the last Ceremonial. We en-
joyed fun and fellowship before the Castle Rock parade
at breakfast hosted by Tommy Houston and his Lady
Barb. Thank you for your hospitality and good eats.
Under the guidance of Noble Tommy, we have been
practicing parade maneuvers and having fun at practices.
Join us for fun at the next parade.
If you are a Noble seeking fun and fellowship, come
join us! We are a fun loving bunch looking for like-
minded parade and social members. To join or for more
information about the "Cooler Nobles", contact Ken
Jones at 303.588.4785 or [email protected]
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RV ROAMERS
By J & J Taylor
Again, we’re writing after 5 fun-filled days at one of the
Roamers’ favorite outings---Mountaindale, south of Col-
orado Springs. The weather was almost perfect---rain
one afternoon and early part of that night---which didn’t
hamper anyone’s activities (we even got a soak in the
outdoor hot tub that morning!)
We were happy to see Jim Oliver joining us as a new
RV Roamer; he brought his new camper and an old par-
rot---“Apollo” that talks up a storm, except when eight
bodies are watching him! Other pets joining us this time
were Kohlweys’ new heeler, Talkingtons’ new pug-mix,
and JoAnn’s parakeet. Marolyn Kent brought her large
potted flowers that go everywhere with her. In former
outings, the Umsteds have brought Yoriko’s fighting fish
in separate little dishes!
On Thursday we all ate at one of the well-known places
in the area---a 5th-generation family restaurant called
Juniper Valley, where we all celebrated the Cromwells’
43rd anniversary (see their picture). On Friday we had
our traditional “heavy hors d’oeuvres”, and our even
more traditional (when Jerry Kent is there) “Card Bin-
go” (see that picture, too).
Richard & Heidi again fixed our breakfast on Saturday,
with French Toast (WONDERFUL). Then in the after-
noon, the “Brown Bag Auction raised $300 to donate to
the Shriners’ Hospital in Salt Lake! What fun we had,
with everything from gag gifts to fire extinguishers to a
$25 gift certificate, won by Ellen. Our evening meal was
another tradition, a “cookout-with-dish-to-share”. After-
ward, Mountaindale served THEIR traditional $2.00 ice
cream dishes, which reminds us of Henry---see his pic-
ture from two years ago.
Anyway, that gives you all a run-down of the fun we
have as Roamers. Won’t you join us? You don’t even
have to have a rig---many of our members rent a cabin
(usually on site), or like Barneses, rent a motorhome for
the Caravan in September. Call us to find out our sched-
ule, “try us out”, and/or book your vacation! If you want
to see all 130 pictures of the Mountaindale weekend, go
to: https://photos.app.goo.gl/Xcj2eiouCmrtAfen8
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Band
Norm O’Kelly
Gene King
Clowns
John “Just John” DeWerff
Dune Buggy Patrol
Bronwen Cheney
Rob Cheney
Deborah Elsloo
Tommy Houston
Gerry Villhauer
Jeffco Shrine Club Becky Jewell
Keystone Kops Greta Lawlor
Jeralyn Westerhoff
Kemry Wait II
Erin Micciche
Legion of Honor
Jack Harlan
Grieg Lang
Ginny Gray
Dorothy Riglin
Glenita Emarine
Provost Guard
Dick Karns, P.P.
RV Roamers Dicky Showalter
Jeannette Nail
Betty Scheer
Roger Barnes
Ken Conway
Radops
Stu Asay
Ken Behrens
Curtis Bradley
Fred Henning
Bill Hutchison
Judy Proctor
Annette Stewart
Barbara Stoner
Gerry Villhauer Sports
Les Mayer
Ed Rendon, P.P.
Dave Sherburne
Bob Paustian
Dick Karns, P.P.
Bob Patten
T-Nobles
Duane Hiebert
Mark Huskins
Jim Long, P.P.
Erik Phillips
Sandblasters of El Jebel
by Claude Akridge
The last meeting was held on June 27th at 11:30 AM at
the Golden Corral Restaurant located at West Hampden
Ave. @ South Santa Fe Drive.
President Randy and Vice-President Carl were both out
of town so our Secretary and Treasurer Dan Kamunen
conducted the meeting.
Golf outings played in July were South Suburban Golf
Course on July 12th and Ute Creek on July 26th. There
will only be one outing in August at Walnut Creek on
August 9th. There will be two outings in September to
close out golfing for the 2018 season. We thank Jim
Teagarden for his efforts.
The Divan report was given by III Sir Rich Silver. Rich
brought us up to date on the upcoming Ceremonial, the
Sportsman Raffle, and the 50/50 drawing to be held Au-
gust 25th.
President Randy has arranged a Sandblaster Summer
Brunch Soiree Party for Sunday August 5th @1:30pm at
HILLTOP INN, 9009 Metro Airport Ave., Broomfield.
You can sign up on the Sandblaster website or give
Randy a call for all the details (303-635-0357) or (303-
596-3008). Thanks Randy.
I received word from Jack Kimpton that Carolyn is
recovering great from her back surgery. Carolyn, the
Sandblaster family is wishing you a speedy recovery.
GET WELL SOON.
In closing please remember guests are always welcome
at our meetings which are the last Wednesday of each
month. We are happy that Jim Curran was at the meet-
ing. Jim has gone to the AZ Winter outings with the
Sandblasters. Hope to see you again soon.
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There was a friend whose heart was good
He walked with men and understood
His was a voice that spoke with cheer, And felt like music on the ear
His was a smile men loved to see; His was a hand that asked no fee for friendli-ness or kindness done. And now that he
has journeyed on, His is a fame that never ends, He leaves behind uncounted friends
Passed thru the Unseen Portals
In Memoriam
“Our beloved Brethren live on in a new and
more glorious life and service. We carry their
influence in our lives and their memories in
our hearts. They are not forgotten.
Walter V. Mosgovoy
Ronald E. Walker
Didja know?
by ejgw
If you look through the archives you would see that an Aide
Emeritus is the honorarium given to a Noble who has been an
Aide ten times. So what do you do with a Noble who has been
an Aide a whopping fourteen times? Make him Chief Aide.
How about twice? That is Sam Wittner. He is what might be
described as busy, or involved, or helpful, or a hard worker – he
is all of these.
Sam was born in the old Fitzsimmons Hospital a few years
back. Obviously he was an Army brat, for at that time Fitz was
only for the military. But when he answered the questionnaire
he wrote he was a graduate of Bad Kreuznacher American High
School. Now we all know some people have various sobriquets
for their alma mater (some of which are less than flattering),
and some have less than fond memories, but to call it “bad” re-
ally piqued my interest. Turns out that is the actual full name of
his high school – it’s in Germany where his father was stationed
at the time.
Sam met his wife Mary of 55 years at a skating rink here in
Denver. She was from Oklahoma and he says he just had to feel
sorry for anyone from Oklahoma. So he rescued her and they
had a boy and a girl, five grandchildren, and one great-
grandchild. Among his accomplishments while employed by
Honeywell was the design and construction of containers to
enclose and protect tape systems (for missile fire-control) that
had to be dropped by parachute in that fun part of the world
known as Viet Nam. He worked there eighteen years, then on to
TCI cable, and wound up formal employment as a slot tech for
Bonanza Casino. (Writer’s note: That most likely was the
“funnest” of them all!)
Sam is also very involved in all manner of Masonry, especial-
ly the youth as is evidenced by all the DeMolay and Job’s
Daughters counseling he has done over the years. His grand-
daughter Alaina was Miss Colorado Job’s Daughter and will be
running for Miss International. It says a lot about a man who
works for the betterment of our youth.
And for himself he is a Radop, in the Classics and Jefferson
County Shrine Club, and is a former T-noble. That’s when he
isn’t busy being an Aide. He has a sense of humor as well.
Didja know (according to a little bird in the office) that his fa-
vorite response to questions he would rather not be asked is
“You stepped in what?”
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Clowns
Hospital Clowns
Nearly all of the articles provided for you have had an
underlying assumption of, if not a statement about,
clowns in parades. But there are other venues.
One that is of tremendous importance in the Shriner
Clown world is the Hospital Clown. These are not just
every day, run-of-the-mill clowns. For the most part,
they are very well trained and have spent a lot of time in
clown classrooms. The El Jebel Shrine Clown Unit is
fortunate enough to have two such clowns - - "Tiny" and
"Fuzzy"! Every month they make their appearance at one
of the Denver hospitals to do their shtick for patients' en-
joyment.
Hospital clown work is different. In particular, it is the
rules that have to be followed that make it a difficult
"gig." These rules are in place to ensure that there is no
hindrance to patient's recovery. For instance, latex
gloves might be worn by clowns. However, today's latex
gloves worn by clowns (in a hospital room) need to be
free of powder that is sometimes placed in the gloves.
(Powders may cause an allergic reaction - - something
not needed by a hospital patient.) Certainly, permission
needs to be granted by the nursing staff for a clown visit,
and permission from the parents of the child-patient
needs to be given. Usually, touching the patient is not
allowed; same for the parents and other guests in the
room (that can work for the clown's well-being, too).
When you see a clown in a hospital, it would be most
warmly welcomed by the clown to hear a "Thank You"!
They put a lot of work into what they do, and they de-
serve our gratitude.
Fraternally,
Swede Nelson, President, El Jebel Clown Unit
Summer is winding down and we still have a lot of ac-
tivies left. The Sportsman's Raffle, Parades that are left
and our V.I.P. Cookout. This year it will be held at
Wayne and Vivian's September 23rd. More details to
follow next month. We went dark for the summer due to
vacation and other personal events. Our Patrol has really
taken a hit on health issues. Evelyn Barnard fell and
broke her hip and is home after rehab and doing good.
Jennie Viburg is going in for a hip replacement, Gloria
Covarrubias is due to have surgery on her elbow, and
Keith Meakin has been under the weather. My best goes
out to all our members that are going through hardships.
I hope everyone recovers so our unit will be solvent
again. I'm so impressed at our new Fez case in our lobby.
My understanding is our flag will be flying soon. Our
Shrine has come a long ways in a short time, and my hat
goes off to the people who took it on to make this hap-
pen. As our number of members shrink we are working
to rebuild for the future. Always remember we are all
Masons first, KEEP IT ON THE SQUARE AND ON
THE LEVEL.
VIP’s
By Wayne Covert
John S. Russell, 33°
COLORADO MASONIC HIGH SCHOOL
BAND CAMP
On the 100th anniversary of the playing of the Star
Spangled Banner at the 1918 World Series, the Colorado
Masonic Band Camp was invited to play the Star Span-
gled Banner for the opening of the game between the
Rockies and the Giants on July 2nd. The Band Camp is a
scholarship program supported by the Masonic Family
and friends in Colorado. The students are 9th through 11th
grade high school students recommended by their High
School Band Director. The students come free as the
Colorado Masonic Family and friends raise the money to
support the Camp. The Camp is held from June 30 to
July 4th every year in Greeley, Colorado on the campus
of the University of Northern Colorado. Students are
housed and fed on the campus. The Colorado Masonic
Family provides the chaperoning. The University music
department and staff are hired to provide expert instruc-
tion to the students. The Camp plays a Patriotic Concert
on the 3rd of July open to the public and concludes by
participating in the Greeley Stampede Parade on July
4th. In the 17 years the Camp has existed, it has taken
many first places in the parade. This year the Camp con-
sisted of 108 students from 61 different High Schools
scattered throughout the state of Colorado. (see photo on page 14)
Colorado Masonic High School
Band Camp 2018
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Pipe Band
By Kent Burns
August already? Seems like just yesterday we were
dying Easter eggs – now we’re getting ready for football.
It’s been a fast summer, and an interesting one with the
heat, then rain, then more heat. And soon it will be time
for some to complain of the cold of fall and winter. At
least with the cold, you can add layers. Or gloves. Or
coats. But with the heat, there is only so much you can
take off. And still be socially correct and/or acceptable.
For those who have never had the thrill of wearing
eight or nine yards of wool on a sweltering +90o day
(especially when the humidity is up there, like right after
an afternoon thunderstorm), take it from those who have
that the end result is similar to the steam room at the lo-
cal YMCA. Surprisingly enough, all that wool affords
little warmth in the winter but it sure adds heat in the
summer. Actually, the Scots would dip their kilts in the
stream to get them wet, then roll up in them for the night.
When the wet wool froze, the result was a nice warm
sleeping bag of sorts (like a cocoon) that provided com-
fort on a long cold winter’s night. Of course those guys
were a bit more rugged than we are. Don’t know how
quickly I would roll up in a wet blanket in the winter.
We were the duty band at the Sunday edition of the
Elizabeth games again this year. Per the organizers we
had seven mini-concerts, starting with the usual Kirkin’
o’ the Tartan and ending up playing the Elizabeth version
of the pied piper of Hamlin – it is our “job” to march out
of the grounds playing that old standard Scotland the
Brave. The idea is to “suggest” to the crowd that it is
time to go. And it works fairly well. We cheated a bit
and started five minutes earlier than scheduled. Good
thing we did as we barely made it to our cars before the
clouds opened up and dumped on the games. A rather
fortuitous early start as we would have been soaked had
we not fudged the time.
It seems like the Band likes to live on the edge. So af-
ter dodging the rain that weekend we took another shot at
it the last weekend of July. A Past Master of Golden City
Lodge is always trying to promote Masonry, and one of
his favorite venues is the annual Buffalo Bill Days Pa-
rade in Golden. Every year we get a call about doing
something for this event. Like marching up to the actual
shrine playing pipes. Well, that ain’t gonna happen! (At
that altitude we of-a-few-years have enough trouble fill-
ing our lungs with air, let alone filling up those infernal
bags as well!) And the parade is usually out also. The
biggest problem the Worshipful Sir has is that most
weekends in the latter part of the summer are already
scheduled way ahead – like by years – and participants
are hard to come by. Although he did good job in getting
various Masonic units to be in the parade, our part was to
promote interest in his lodge’s Child ID tent at the “fair
grounds.” Rightly so he figured bagpipes draw a crowd,
so if we played by that tent, people would come to check
out all the noise and possibly get interested in what the
lodge was doing – which is a great public service. Natu-
rally (as far as this year goes, anyway) the forecast was
for possible showers which, thankfully, failed to material-
ize. So we dodged yet another rain bullet.
Oh, and one of the other things about all that wool we
wear – when it gets wet, it smells like the proverbial wet
dog. Not a good thing. And it is hard on the kilt as well.
If any are interested in all this fun and frivolity, come on
down to the Shrine center any Thursday evening around
1900 and check us out. Admission is free.
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El Mejdel Temple No. 47
Daughters of the Nile
PQ Carole Bolduc
Hot, hot, hot! Hopefully, the heat will end soon, and
we can get back to Colorado weather.
The “El Mejdel Day at the Rockies” in July was a big
success, despite the heat! Everyone enjoyed themselves
at a good game.
The Summer Function/90th Birthday Celebration went
over with a big bang. The new Supreme Appointees
were introduced and congratulated. The entertainment
for the 90th Birthday Celebration “Decades” was a lot of
fun; the memories brought back from those days were a
delight to see on the faces of everyone in attendance.
The bus to Black Hawk will be making its monthly
trip on Thursday, August 9th; meeting in the north park-
ing lot of Highlands Masonic Temple at 10:00 a.m.
Come and bring your friends. It’s a good time.
Please remember the Annual Nile High Tea coming up
on Saturday, November 3rd at Highlands Masonic Tem-
ple. The cost is $20.00/person and seating is limited.
See the ad on page 8 in this issue of the RED FEZ.
On Thursday, August 16th, will be the Queen’s Event;
an afternoon of Colorado and Denver History. We will
meet at Highlands (carpool) at 11:00 a.m., lunch at
noon; tour at 1:00 p.m. which will last one hour. Spous-
es welcome. History Colorado Center – 1200 N. Broad-
way (Parking across street)
Lunch: Rendezvous Cafe` (Menu ranges) $7.00-$15.00
Tour and Admission: Adults: $10.00; Seniors - $8.00
Please call or e-mail your reservation to:
Queen Kendall Cusick-Rindone
H - 303-694-4052 C – 303-947-5123
E-mail: [email protected]
Don’t forget the “Walk of Love” in Salt
Lake City on Saturday, September 15th.
Enjoy the rest of your summer!
https://donate.lovetotherescue.org/El-Mejdel-and-El-Jebel
Daraja
By Paul Altimier
Daraja had a Good Showing for Buffalo Bill Days in
Golden. With Nine Riders participating the day was Cool
and the crowds were Hot! Golden Lodge #1 arranged for
an all Masonic Parade unit that included T-Nobles
and several other Masonic units. After our traditional ride
through the Ace High Bar, we celebrated the Successful
maneuvers.
With a BBQ lunch at Don and Mary Kirby’s house. We
missed Rider #6 (CR) but plan to see him back on his
bike for the next Parade!
SAVE THE DATE
Dust off your lederhosen!!
October 20, 2018 6:00PM
Presented by El Jebel Shrine &
Denver Consistory
Mark your calendar for the
Sportsmen’s Raffle
August 25, 2018
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The Sportsmen’s Raffle will be held on August 25, 2018 from
Noon until 5:00PM at the Douglas County Event Center (same
as last year) with a drawing for a prize every 2 minutes. These
drawings are for several different prizes ranging from camping
equipment to guns and some are even for cash. The event will
include the hamburgers, hot dogs, beer, pop etc. being offered
to all holders of a valid Raffle ticket. The price for a ticket to
this event is $20.00/ticket which is not only a chance in the
drawing; it includes your admission to the event, free food, and
free parking. (You do NOT have to be present to win)
This year we are also holding a 50/50 drawing. The win-
ning ticket will be drawn at the same date and location as the
Raffle ticket described above. As you know, one number will
be drawn from the “drum” and the winning number will collect
50% of the money in the “pot”. The other half will go to the El
Jebel Operating Budget. The price of the ticket(s) for this event
are: 1 Ticket is $5.00; 5 tickets for $20.00; 12 tickets for
$40.00; and 30 tickets for $100.00. (You do NOT have to be
present to win).
You can purchase your tickets online at
www.Sportsmensraffle.com. After you have signed on, simply
click on “Purchase Tickets” and you will be taken directly to
the window for ordering tickets.
If you would like to avoid the shipping/handling fee as-
sociated with ordering tickets online, it is possible for you to
order tickets using the “Voucher”* Simply indicate how many
of each ticket you would like to purchase, include your Shrine
Number and indicate your choice of payment. As soon as we
receive the completed “Voucher”*, your ticket(s) will be
pulled, the information on the ticket stub(s) completed and the
stub(s) will be deposited in the appropriate “drum”. The tick-
ets (s) will be sent to you so you know that we have
“processed” your purchase and so you have a copy of the ticket
number(s) assigned to you.
(Remember – keep the tickets so you can “claim” your
winning number and the “raffle” ticket(s) serve as your free
admission to the food and free parking.)
If you want tickets to “sell”, please indicate your choice
on the “Voucher”. You can order any number of 50/50 tickets
and/or Raffle tickets to “sell”. The cost of the Sportsmen’s
Raffle is 5 tickets per book ($100.00) plus $1 for the sellers
ticket for a total of $101.00 for a complete “book”. Please – the
name on the Seller’s” (PINK) ticket must be a Shriner or
Shrine Lady. The 50/50 tickets selling price is as defined
above. You can also order any given number of 50/50 tickets
to sell. Keep in mind that any tickets “consigned” to you are
your responsibility and either the money or the unsold tickets
must be returned to El Jebel no later that September 7 or you
will be billed.
If you have any questions/concerns or we can help in any
way, please feel free to contact us at 303-455-3470 or the fund-
raising office 303-455- 8172.
Sportsmen’s Raffle & 50/50 Voucher
Name: ________________________________Shrine Number: ____________
Address:_____________________________________________
City: ______________________________ State:______ZIP:______________
Qty of 50/50 Tickets to buy: Qty: _____ Cost: _______________
Qty of Sportsmen’s Books to buy at $101 each: ______ Cost: ___________
Qty of Sportsmen’s Tickets to buy at $20.00 each: ____Cost: ___________
Check Enclosed: ______Amt: _______heck Number: __________________
Credit Card Number _____________________________ Amt: ____________
Sec. Code: ___________ Exp Date: _________________
QTY of 50/50 tickets to sell _____
QTY of Sportsmen’s books to sell: ________
______________________________________________________________
SIGNATURE Date
Caring Ladies
By Jeanne Thompson
The Caring Ladies of El Jebel met on July 11 at the
Chalet Restaurant. We appreciated the attendance of Di-
van Representative Chaplain Jim Oliver.
We enjoyed the usual camaraderie and banter which
makes our meetings so special. Miss Kitty made her
rounds collecting donations for the Shrine Travel Fund.
All widows of Shriners and Masons are cordially invit-
ed to attend our meetings which are held at the Chalet
Restaurant, 7340 W. 38th Ave., Wheat Ridge, on the
second Wednesday of every month at 11:30 a.m. If you
are a widow, please give us a try. We order from the
menu or specials board, the food is good, the service is
excellent, dress is informal, and we share in the joys or
woes of the members. We find there is much more joy, a
lot of laughter, some light teasing, and all in all, a good
time. Please call Kay Bell, 303-430-9001, so we will
know how many chairs to put around the table.
We want to meet you!
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Our company is called OvationCare, a non-medical homecare agency.
Here’s a brief list of the services we provide:
• Personal Care
• Personal Hygiene
• Bathing and Dressing
• Light Housekeeping
• Laundry
• Meal Preparation
• Companion Care
• Protective Oversight
• Medication Reminding
• Respite Care
• Accompaniment to Doctor Appointments
• Flexible schedule based on your needs
Noble Mark & Darlene Haddock, Owners
Website: ovationcare.com
Phone: 303-537-7479
1oz Masonic Coin great for a gift or for that spe-
cial Mason in your life. $30.00 each. Call me
Perry Mittler, if interested at 303 437 0287
HELP WANTED
I'm a member of El Jebel and I own a beverage
bottling and food packaging company. Currently I
have a brother and his wife in their mid/late
60's working for me and it's worked out quite
well. I need a few people for light part-time work
on the bottling line; doing such things as:
staging bottles on the conveyor
capping bottles with a capping tool
applying shrink sleeves
placing filled bottles in shipping cases
There is no heavy lifting or janitorial so I feel it's a
good job for a recent retiree looking for extra
cash. The line runs anywhere from 1 day to 4 days
per week generally 8 AM to 4:30 PM so there's a
lot of flexibility. No weekends or evenings. Com-
pensation is $12 per hour.
LANDMARK FOODS Stephen Arrington, President
Landmark Foods, Inc.
P 303 345-4169
F 303 948-2299
Hats available in the Shrine Office
$12.00 or a donation—which ever is more.
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T-N-T
Tux—N—Trikes
Contact Jim Oliver
303-716-1380
Add a little class without using gas!
I have a Mills 1930’s Castle Front .05 cent
machine in good condition. $2900.00,
I also have a Mills Castle Front to be restored .10
cent machine as is, $1700.00.
Perry Mittler
303 437-0287, pictures available upon request.
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August 2018 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 Comedy Works
Poker Boys
Band Practice
Band Directors Staff
2 Pipe Band
3
4
5
6 DeMolay
7 Optars
Raffle Meeting
8 Band Practice
Dune Buggys
9 Poker Boys
Pipe Band
10
11 Wheat Ridge
Parade
12
13
14
15
Band Practice
16 Poker Boys
Pipe Band
17
18 Masonic Picnic
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20 Nassab
21 Computer Club
22 Band Practice
23 Poker Boys
Pipe Band
24 25 Sportsmen’s
Raffle
26 27
28 Divan Meeting
29 Band Practice
30 Poker Boys
Pipe Band
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