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NOVEMBER2010 THEMASONICNEWS PAGE1
COME TO THE ALL-TEMPLE
CHRISTMAS PARTY
1635 L STREET
Sunday, December 12
5:30 p.m. Covered Dish
Bring a dish to share.
Christmas Music, Carol Sing, and Festive Decorations
Holiday Fellowship, Visit by Santa and his Elves
Invite your Prospects
In This Issue:
Lberty Lodge has Past Masters Dinner
Page 1
Lincoln Valley’sTeacher of the Year
Page 1
All-Temple Christmas Party plans
Page 1
Cotner Lodge sponsors benefit for
Children HomePage 2
Temple Chapter has Waffleman Fundraiser
Page 2
The “Word of 54”Page 3
DeMolay Hall of FamePage 3
Starcraft Chapter sponsors brick
Page 4
G. Washington Lodgethanks fish fry team
Page 4
Lincoln Lodge plans pancake breakfast
Page 4
M. Washingtonhosts Chili Cookoff
Page 4
Electa Chapter participates in
Community DayPage 4
Hickman Lodgereports on one-day
Page 5
East Lincoln welcomes new member
Page 5
Bethel 63 to have Potato Bake for HIKE
Page 5
Bethel 60 and Bethel 5Page 6
TrestleboardPage 7
Mrytle Chapter reports on Chili Cookoff
Page 8
Columbia Chapter reportsPage 8
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MEETING:Feb. 21
7:00 pm, 1635 L St
November 2010P.O. Box 82304
Lincoln, NE 68501-2304
It’s time to put Sun., Dec. 12 on your calendar of holiday events! The All-Temple Christ-mas Party at 1635 L Street will be that evening, beginning at 5:30 p.m. with a covered dish. Bring an entree, salad, or des-sert to share. Tableware will be furnished. This year there will be activities and crafts for the kids - adults, too if they want to join in, seasonal music, festive decora-tions, and that jolly, special visitor with treats! The Christmas tree will be decorated on Sat., Nov. 27 about 11:30 a.m.. We will serve hot cocoa, sandwiches, chips, and cookies when the job is done! Anyone is welcome to join in. Call Ilah Anderson at 435-0974 if you have questions.
Vacant Chair Ceremony will not be held in Lincoln this year
Wade Kendle, Editor
The Vacant Chair Ceremony, which has been performed on Veterans Day the last several years, will not be taking place
this year. I’ve been informed that something will be done around Memorial Day instead. Watch for more details in the future.
Party DetailsIlah Anderson
On Mon., Nov. 15, the Lin-coln Valley Scottish Rite will place the 2010 Scottish Rite Distinguished Teacher of the Year Portrait in the Lincoln Public Schools Adminis-tration Building, 5901 O Street.
The placement of Bob Reek-er’s portrait in the entrance to the Lincoln Public Schools Admin-istration Building will be held at 4:00 p.m. Mr. Reeker is the 2010 Distinguished Scottish Rite Teacher of the Year, one of, if not thee highest honor bestowed upon a teacher locally. This presentation and placement of Mr. Reeker’s por-
trait will be the Valley’s first involvement with Dr. Steve Joel, the new Superintendent for Lincoln Public Schools. We invite all of the Lincoln Masonic Com-
munity to the presentation. Let’s make a good showing of support for the Teacher of the Year Pro-gram and the Lincoln Scottish Rite.
Lincoln ValleyScottish Rite
Submitted by Bruce Wood, Secretary
Bob Reeker
W.B. Bob Foreman receives his 50 years of service award from Gov. Dave Heineman at the state capitol on Oct. 21. Also shown is Monte Fredrickson, Acting Director of the Nebraska Department of Roads. Deb Kendle photo
Greetings to all Brothers. Liberty Lodge would like to welcome into the fraternity Brothers Steve Roberson, Tony Brekke, and John Burt. They went through the one day and successfully proved up in the Masters Degree.
PAST MASTERS NIGHT
On Oct. 14, we held our annual Past Masters night. We enjoyed a fantastic dinner of roast pork, green beans, scalloped potatoes, salad, rolls and apple pie, prepared by W.B. Bob Foreman and his wife Phyllis. A brief history of the Lodge was read by R.W.B. Bruce Watkins, along with the names of those Past Masters who are no longer with us. W.B. Wade Kendle delivered an address concerning the Lodge, some history, some thoughts on being a Lodge Master and updated all on how the Lodge is doing in 2010. Nine Past Masters were in attendance. They were W.B. Dave L. Williams, 1977, W.B. Roger W. Miner, 1986-87, 1999, R.W.B. Bruce Watkins, 1990, W.B. Pete L. Bornemeier, 1992, W.B. Bob Foreman 1996-97, W.B. Dale G. Lueders, 2000, W.B. James Batten, 2003 and current Master, W.B. Wade Kendle, 2004, and W.B. Maynard Sears, 2009. They each gave a short talk on their time as Master, it was all quite interesting.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Nov. 11 EA Degree, 7:00 p.m.Nov 18 Table Lodge, RSVP to
Bruce Watkins, 489-4317Nov 25 Dark, Happy Thanksgiving.Dec. 2 B u s i n e s s M e e t i n g ,
potluck starting at 6:15 p.m.Dec. 9 FC Degree, 7:00 p.m.Dec. 12 All Temple Christmas PartyDec. 16 MM Degree, 7:00 p.m.
CONCESSIONS
Volunteers are still needed for the concession stand at the NU football games. The season seems to be flying by, so if you would like to participate, come to Lodge or contact W.B. Wade Kendle. He still needs work crews for the Kansas and Colorado games.
NOTES ON BRETHREN
W.B. Walt Baumann is getting better from some health issues, and hopefully will be returning to the Lodge soon. W.B. James Batten is doing better after a fall. Keep these brothers in your thoughts and prayers.
Congratulations to Bro. Dan Necas on 40 years of service to the Nebraska Department of Roads and to W.B. Bob Foreman on 50 years of service to the same agency. These brethren were presented their service awards by Gov. Dave Heineman at a special ceremony honoring State employees at the Capitol on Oct. 21.
Liberty Lodge 300Randy Cox, Correspondent
Liberty Lodge 300 held its annual Past Masters Dinner on Oct. 14. Past Masters present included: Back Row: Dave L. Williams, 1977. Dale G. Lued-ers, 2000, Jame L. Batten, 2003 and current Master, Wade R. Kendle, 2004, Front Row: Roger W. Miner, 1986-1987, 1999, Bob R. Foreman 1996-1997, May-nard Sears, 2009, and Bruce A. Watkins, 1990. Also present but not pictured was Pete L. Bornemeier, 1992. Photo courtesy of Roger Miner
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Cotner Lodge 297Donald Albrecht, Correspondent
DEGREES
Eugene Harris was passed to the degree of a Fellowcraft Mason on Sep. 20. Eugene was so energized by the degree work and ritual that he requested that his Masters degree be scheduled the following Monday. Sep. 27 raised three Masons to the last and highest grade of ancient craft Masonry. Cotner Lodge was pleased to raise Bro. Dan Kahler Jr, of George Washington Lodge 250. Our third candidate, Ken Kolts was joined by his Father, Ray Kolts who made the trip from Idaho and assisted in his son’s degree. Ray is Past Master of Elysian Lodge 418 of Los Angeles, CA. Congratulations to all.
HIGHWAYBeAutiFiCAtiOn
Cotner Lodge patrols a 2 mile stretch of highway twice a year as part of the Nebraska Department of Roads Adopt-A-Highway beautification program. Eight Cotner “eagle-eyes” scoured the ditches near Eagle and found the task “easy going.” It is much easier to keep a ditch clean than it is to make it clean. Thanks go out to those who braved road-kill, insects, mystery packages, household siding and other surprises. Job well done!
BeneFit DAnCe,nOveMBeR 27
On Nov. 27 Cotner Lodge will host a Holiday Classic Rock Benefit Dance for the Masonic-Eastern Star Children’s Home in Fremont. Music will be provided by the Brākmen, a 60s and 70s rock band recently inducted into the Nebraska Music Hall of Fame. This is not just any band, but one who in their day opened for the Buckinghams, The Association, Strawberry Alarm Clock and Paul Revere and the Raiders. The event will be held at the Sesostris Shrine in Lincoln.
Press releases are available
that allow individual Lodges to brand the event with their own identity. Many Lodges large and small have remarked that they do not have the resources to create any significant community presence – visibility that helps draw attention to the organization, create a positive image and aid in member recruitment. Cotner Lodge has provided press kits with various press releases, posters, ads and graphics. Take advantage of the
opportunity this benefit provides and shine a positive light on your organization and your commitment to the development of less-fortunate children – and, by all means, buy a ticket, come and dance!
Contact Don Albrecht, Cotner Lodge to request promotional materials and more information.
Don Albrecht402.304.7213
Father and son Ray and Ken Kolts. W.B. Ray made the trip from Idaho to be at his son’s Master Mason degree on Sep. 27. Don Albrecht photo
Darrel Weers, Aaron Radenslaben, Jerry Pigsley, Greg Mason, Roger Werner, Val Ryckman, Troy Myers, and W.M. Don Albrecht picked up Cotner Lodge’s 2 miles of Adopt-A-Highway in October. Don Albrecht photo
Bro. eugene Harris was passed to the degree of a Fellow Craft Mason on Sep. 20. Darrel Weers photo
new Master Masons Ken Kolts, eugene Harris, and Dan Kayler Jr. were raised on Sep. 27. Phill Hood photo
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Temple Chapter 271Lorrie Bryant, Correspondent
STATED MEETING
The stated meeting of Temple Chapter 271 O.E.S. was held on Oct. 4, at the Scottish Rite Temple. Prior to the meeting, Sis. Mary Stapp, Executive Director of the Nebraska Masonic Home, and Sis. Mary Vrbka, Administrator, presented an informative program about the Home to members.
Worthy Matron Sis. Karan Birdsall opened the meeting with the question “How can you have charisma?” Associate Grand Matron Sis. Carol Hudkins and Associate Grand Patron Bro. Carl Plants were presented and introduced to the Chapter. Following the meeting, members assisted Sis. Carol with table decorations in preparation for 2012 Grand Chapter.
Sis. Nadyne Bauer sent a sympathy card to Sis. Charlotte Halverson on the death of her sister-in-law. Sis. Judy McDonough underwent emergency surgery the day of the stated meeting, but is now recovering well at home. Several members traveled to the Nebraska Masonic Home on Oct. 9 to enjoy lunch and present a musical program for the residents.
WAFFLeMAn
The Chapter hosted the Waffleman at the Sesostris Shrine Center on Sun., Oct. 17 from 4:30 to 7:00 p.m. as a fundraiser for the Chapter’s projects. The evening included tasty waffles with all the trimmings, musical entertainment by Oasis, and a silent auction.
Worthy Matron Karan Birdsall, Worthy Patron Don Jelinek, Bros. Merv McDonough and tim Birdsall, Sis. Laurie Sieg, and Bro. Ken Sieg are ready to serve customers at temple Chapter’s Waffleman event on Oct. 17. Lorrie Bryant photo
NOVEMBER2010 THEMASONICNEWS PAGE�
SENIOR WARDEN (AND GRAND MUSICIAN)
MARK CLINTON ANDFRienDS tO PeRFORM FOR“CHAnGe FOR tHe tROOPS”
Mark Clinton will perform with several of his esteemed colleagues for the Third Annual Masterworks of Masons Concert to benefit Grand Master John Parsons’ “Change for the Troops” program on Nov. 12. Tickets are available from the Grand Lodge at www.glne.org home page then click on “Events Information” to buy tickets. You may also buy them at the door if any are left, as tickets are selling fast! Cost is $21 for adults, $5 for children and students at the door. 100% of the proceeds go to the “Change for the Troops” program. See you there!
LANCASTER LODGE TO HOST NEW YEAR’S EVE
GALA AT THEROCOCO THEATRE
Lancaster Lodge will open its doors to the public for its first-ever 2010 Finale New Year’s Eve Gala! Join us as we celebrate an old-fashioned New Year’s Eve as our fraternal brother Guy Lombardo did while you dance to the big-band sounds of the Bobby Lane Orchestra, partake of a cash bar, enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres at 10:00 p.m., and toast the New Year at Midnight with champagne amid the beautiful Art Deco era Rococo Theatre in high-style! We’re looking forward to a traditional New Year’s Eve celebration like those we all remember from bygone years.
Tickets are already on sale for $30.00 per person and may be purchased online at www.rococotheatre.com. Doors open at 9:00 p.m. Orchestra plays until 12:30 a.m. Dress code is coat and tie or tuxedo for men, evening gown or complimentary attire for ladies. Minimum 21 years of age. Designated drivers will be available should anyone need them. Happy New Year!
ENTERED APPRENTICE AnD FeLLOW CRAFt
DeGReeS COnFeRReD ON THREE BROTHERS
On Oct. 8, Justin Williams and Jonathan Block were the latest
Lancaster Lodge Brothers to be initiated as Entered Apprentice Masons and, along with Brother Tyson Jenkins, passed to the degree of a Fellow Craft Mason on Oct. 15. We congratulate them on their progress in Masonry!
MASTER MASON DeGRee COnFeRReD On
THREE BROTHERS
Fellow Craft Masons Chris Stokes, Justin Williams, and Jonathan Block were the latest Lancaster Lodge Brothers to be raised to the sublime degree of a Master Mason on Oct. 29. Most W.Bro. Reg Kuhn honored us with his presence by visiting Lancaster Lodge to confer the degree.
Congratulations on achieving the once-in-a-lifetime milestone of further light in Masonry!
LODGE ELECTIONSTHIS MONTH
Lancaster Lodge will hold its annual election of officers on Nov. 5. Your 2010 line-up of advancing and elected officers is as follows: Mark Clinton, Senior Warden; Tyler White, Junior Warden; W.B. Ben Hughes, Senior Deacon; Shane Rhian, Junior Deacon; W.B. Joe Huskey, Treasurer; and W.B. Bill Cummins, Secretary. Elected Trustees are M.W.B. Jim Brown, W.B. Steve Green, and W.B. Carl Plants. Remember your obligation and vote for the good of Masonry. See you there!
BYLAWS UNDER REVIEW
W.M. Patrick Barger called for a review of the Lancaster Lodge Bylaws last February. After appointing a committee to accomplish this by soliciting input from the lodge, several administrative recommendations have been received and will be discussed and/or read aloud on Nov. 5. Bylaw amendments must be read in open lodge and lay over for 30 days before being voted on.
PAnCAKe BReAKFASt tO BeneFit LinCOLn PUBLIC SCHOOLS’ AIR FORCe JuniOR ROtC
Saturday morning Nov. 6 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. will find your brothers hosting the Air Force Junior ROTC cadets from the Lincoln Public Schools for a pancake breakfast to benefit their many fine programs. Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AF JROTC) is an educational program designed to develop quality leaders for the United States Air Force.
The Air Force Junior ROTC Program provides citizenship training and an aerospace science
program at the high school level. Units are located at over 750 high schools across the United States and at selected Department of Defense dependent schools in Europe, the Pacific, and Puerto Rico. More units are projected to open in each of the next three years. Lt Col Karen Pullen, Commander of the AF JROTC Detachment at Lincoln Public Schools, is excited about the opportunity to work with Lancaster Lodge. “I am well aware of the commitment Masons make to the community, as my husband Michael has been a Mason for years and is a member of Lancaster Lodge,” she said. “Our cadets join me in being very excited about this opportunity to develop a rapport with his brothers in Lancaster Lodge.”
Stop by and enjoy sausage, bacon, and pancakes for a $5.00 minimum donation and help Lancaster Lodge No. 54 reach out to the community, support the national defense, and positively impact the youth who will inherit this great nation from us.
MASTER MASON DEGREE COnFeRReD On tHRee
BROTHERS
Fellow Craft Masons Chris Stokes, Justin Williams, and Jonathan Block were the latest Lancaster Lodge Brothers to be raised to the sublime degree of a Master Mason on Oct. 29. MWB Reg Kuhn of Lincoln Lodge No. 19 honored us with his presence by visiting Lancaster Lodge to confer the degree. Also in attendance were Lancaster 54’s own Past Grand Masters MWB Don Swanson, Jim Brown, and Russ Reno. Visiting from Kimball was Grand Senior Steward John Ferguson.
Congratulations on achieving the once-in-a-lifetime milestone of further light in Masonry!
EVENT CALENDAR
NOV. 5: Dinner 6:15 p.m; Business Meeting 7:00 p.m. NOV. 6: Pancake Breakfast at the lodge to benefit Lincoln Public School Air Force JROTC, 8 a.m-10 a.m.NOV. 12: Masterworks of Masons concert for “Change for the Troops.” 7:30 p.m. at the lodge.N O V. 1 9 : F e l l o w C r a f t Degree (Team 3). 6:30 p.m. N O V. 2 6 : N o e v e n t a t lodge. Happy Thanksgiving!DEC. 3: Dinner 6:15 p.m; Business Meeting 7:00 p.m. D E C . 1 0 : M a s t e r Mason Degree. 6:30 p.m.
NOTE: Please check our website at www.lancaster54.org for the most current Event Calendar.
The Word of 54Patrick Barger, Correspondent
Bro. Mark Clinton. Ed Polochick photo
Four Past Grand Masters attend Master Mason Degree at Lancaster 54: MWBs Don Swanson (1974), Jim Brown (2000), Reg Kuhn (2008), and Russ Reno (2009). Patrick Barger photo
Chris Stokes, Jonathan Block, and Justin Williams are raised to the sublime degree of a Master Mason on Oct. 29. Michael Mennella photo
As I was looking around for a filler article this month, I came across the DeMolay International Alumni Association Hall of Fame. The Alumni Association is committed to recognizing the achievements of successful Senior DeMolays. The Hall of Fame spotlights DeMolay’s bright past and will be the showcase for its shining future. It reminds all DeMolays of what can be accomplished with hard work. Space does not permit me to highlight all inductees, so I’ve selected a sampling and encourage you to check out the entire list and bios onlne: http://www.demolay.org/aboutdemolay/halloffame.php
Carl Albert, Politician, 46th Speaker of the House, “In reflecting on my forty-nine years of public service, I find that the precepts of the Order of DeMolay have been invaluable to me. This was particu-larly true the two times I was just a heartbeat away from the presidency of the United States and faced very difficult decisions. My public life, as well as my private life, has been guided by the DeMolay vow – to love and serve God, my country, and my fellow man.”
Cecil D. Andrus, Politician, 4 time Governor of Idaho, “The young men of the DeMolay orga-nization are taught responsibility, integrity, and honesty, and those have been the central values in my life. All of us who were involved in DeMolay in my time benefited tremendously from it. There are hundreds of thousands of examples of men whose adult careers were greatly enhanced because of their participation in DeMolay. The sad part of it is that it is such a brief period in our lives that we are able to be a part of it, but it occurs at a time of great change in a young man’s life. DeMolay’s lessons last a lifetime.”
Reubin Askew, Politician, Governor of Florida and presiden-tial candidate in 1983, “DeMolay played an important role during the formative years of my life. It gave me one of my earliest opportuni-
ties to learn about leadership and brotherhood. The values taught in DeMolay continue to be highly relevant and necessary to character development in young people in the difficult world of today.”
Dr. John Bailey, Soldier, International Educator, “The De-Molay experience lasts a lifetime. It begins with the inspired and ever-inspiring ritual. The wisdom behind those words gives each new member a moral North Star to guide him for all the years ahead. Practical opportunities abound in DeMolay to learn teamwork–the true foundation of leadership. Is it any wonder that DeMolay develops so many outstanding leaders in all the important fields of human endeavor?”
Mel Blanc, Voice Actor, “I have been a member of DeMolay for sixty-three years. I thank God and DeMolay for helping me be-come kind and thoughtful to my parents and all my friends. I had many opportunities to do the wrong things, and I might have done them, if it were not for DeMolay. God bless them.”
Walt Disney, Cartoonist Ex-traordinaire, “I feel a great sense of obligation and gratitude toward the Order of DeMolay for the important part it played in my life. Its precepts have been invaluable in making de-cisions, facing dilemmas and crises. DeMolay stands for all that is good for the family and for our country. I feel privileged to have enjoyed membership in DeMolay.
Burl Ives, Musician, Actor, “I was fortunate to be born into a family of Masons. Indeed, my older sister, Audrey was Grand Matron of the Order of Eastern Star in Illinois. My DeMolay experience came very naturally because of my father and brothers. Thus was my youth enhanced.”
Gary Collins, William Clin-ton, Lee Dryfus, Robert Duncan, Paul Harvey, Fran Tartenton, Tom Osborne, John Wayne, Dean Spanos, a total of 53 honorees.
DeMolay Hall of FameWade Kendle, Editor
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Masonic Temple Association of Havelock, IncIs sponsoring the 1stChili-Feed Cookoff
EVERYONE WELCOME
STATED MEETING
On a wonderful fall evening Starcraft Chapter 307 met for their regular October stated meeting. Worthy Matron Sis. Cora Redwine and Bro. Dennis Brydl welcomed us to fall. Twenty-five were in attendance to enjoy the evening.
GOOD NEWS
Starcraft voted to sponsor a brick at the Children’s Home and to help with the Masonic Youth Conference to be held in 2011. At the last Kensington meeting, the ladies played Bingo. They always meet the 1st Tuesday of the month.
Bob and Shirley Marks celebrated their 60th anniversary on Oct. 28. Leroy and JoAnn Rosenthal celebrated their 40th anniversary on Oct. 16 and Doris and Carroll Foust celebrated their 60th anniversary on Oct. 1. Jim Gray will be 99 on Oct. 25. Granddaughter of Bonnie Kalkwarf, Jamie Lamb, was married on Sep. 18 to Dale Harvey. Bonnie said it was quite the unusual wedding but very nice.
SICKNESS AND DISTRESS
Dorothy Metcalf, wife of Past Grand Patron Bro. Bob Metcalf and Starcraft member passed away on Sep. 21 and the service was held on Sep. 25. Sis Dorothy was a Grand Rep and was Grand Treasurer for 7 years. She was a 50 year member. She is survived by her son Bro. Ross Metcalf, P.P. of Starcraft Chapter. Sympathy of the chapter has been expressed to the family.
Sis. Mary Sensenig is living at the Martin house at Tabitha. Sis. Freida Flack’s husband John passed away on Sep. 17. Sis. Doris Wolfe has been at Holmes Lake Manor but is now home. Past Patron and Past Grand Patron, Robert Marks had a stroke and is doing better.
Before the close of the meeting, W.M. Cora thanked Joann Rosenthal for serving as substitute sentinel during voting. Following the meeting we all enjoyed refreshments provided by Sis. Cheryl Pope.
StARCRAFt BiRtHDAyS
Dec 1............................Sharon RabelDec 4...........................Robert MarksDec 11..........................Beverly RybaDec 12...............Margaret Ann DavisDec 13.....................Cathy HollowayDec 17.............................Tom FisherDec 17..................Mary Kay RetzlaffDec 18....................Bonnie KalkwarfDec 20........................Dona PritchettDec 21..............................Rita ImlayDec 26.........Lois Wilson BornemeierDec 30.........................Jean StephensDec 31...................Dorothy Dunning
KENSINGTONSubmitted by Ruth Beach
Starcraft Kensington met for a 12:30 luncheon on Oct. 5. The luncheon committee was Sisters Alma Wilson, Carolyn Mook, Eldine Dove, and Ileen Smith. We played bingo today.
Ruth Beach, P.M. and Shirley Marks, P.M. went to the Masonic Home Caring Club dinner on Sep. 17 in Plattsmouth. They visited Bro. Jim Gray, P.P. who celebrated his 99th Birthday on Oct. 25.
Several of our members are struggling with their husbands’ illnesses. Sis. Darlene Miltner’s husband Don is in Eastmont’s Care Center, and Shirley Marks’, P.M. husband Past Grand Patron Bob Marks is at Madonna for rehab following a stroke. Our thoughts and good wishes go out to these families.
Birthdays this month were Ruth Beach, P.M. and Christine Gonnerman, P.M. on Oct. 8, Ingrid Hansen, P.M. on Oct. 14, and Sis. Mary Sensenig on Oct. 13.
T h e n e x t m e e t i n g will be Nov. 2 at which the nominating committee will report on the officers for next year.
DUES ARE DUE
Dues for all Masonic Lodges for 2011 are due Jan. 1. Send payment to your Lodge Secretary. Members with unpaid dues will be delinquent March 1. Suspension by Grand Lodge comes April 30. Suspension in Lodge also means suspension in Eastern Star, York Rite, Scottish Rite and Shrine.
Look at your dues card. If it does not say 2011, send payment today to your Secretary.
Eastern Star dues are also due Jan. 1. Send dues to your Chapter Secretary. Unpaid members will be-come delinquent Oct. 1, with suspension Dec. 31.
Lincoln Lodge 19Lowell Vestal, Correspondent
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Electa Chapter 8Susie Dunn, Correspondent
StAteD MeetinG, OCt. 2
Electa Chapter held its regularly scheduled meeting on Oct. 2. Worthy Matron pro-tem Denise Lagueux welcomed all and shared a number of interesting and fun facts about pumpkins. Worthy Patron Don Frank also welcomed everyone and thanked the substitutes for the evening. A short business meeting followed. Items of note include:
Worthy Matron pro-tem Denise announced that Electa is participating in the Yonkers Community Day fundraiser which is a fund-raising event for all 501(c)(3) nonprofit and school organizations. The event is designed to provide local nonprofit organizations with a fun and easy way to raise money. Community Day at Yonkers takes place on Sat., Nov. 13. (To purchase the $5.00 coupon booklet filled with several money-saving coupons, contact any Electa officer.)
MEMBER DEATHS
W.M. pro- tem Denise informed the chapter of the deaths of two long-time members, Sisters Marie Frey and Gladys Atkins.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Electa has been asked to decorate the tables and dining room for the All-Temple Christmas Party scheduled for Dec. 12, at 5:30 p.m.
The Job’s Daughters of Bethel 27 will be presenting the Flag ceremony prior to the start of our November meeting.
A coin march followed the business meeting. After the officers retired, everyone gathered in the dining room for refreshments which were provided by Sis. Dona Hurst. The Halloween themed table decorations were provided by Sis. Susie Dunn.
Our next meeting is scheduled
for Nov. 6, at 7:30 p.m. at which time we will hold elections for the 2011 officers. Please join us!
KENSINGTON OCT. 7
President Marion Kanter welcomed fourteen members to our October meeting. Sisters Wanda Thorn, Bonnie Solomon and Rosella Frank provided the lunch. Decorations were provided by Sis. Paula Edwards. Sis. Amelia Heckman offered the blessing for our meal and time together. A short business meeting followed.
Courtesy Chair Sis. Betty Pauley reported the following Sisters have October Birthdays: Marian Walters, Mary Adkins and Susie Dunn. Get-well cards were sent to Sisters Wilma Chestnut and Edna Zulke.
Kensington is hosting a food drive for the Food Bank. A memo from Director Scott Young has been posted on the Bulletin Board outside of the dining room. The memo lists the items most needed by the Food Bank. A collection barrel is just inside of the dining room entrance and all Masonic family members who use the 1635 L Street building are invited and encouraged to support this project to benefit this community agency. Mr. Young will be the speaker for our November program.
The nominees for our 2011 officers will be presented and elected at our November meeting with installation to take place at our December meeting. Kensington will not meet in January or February, 2011.
It was announced that the annual All-Temple Christmas Party is scheduled for Dec. 12. The tree is to be set up and decorated on Nov. 27. Electa has been asked to decorate the tables and the dining room.
Kensington’s next meeting wil l be Nov. 4, at noon.
Fun niGHt iS neAR
Our annual Fun Night, coming on Tue., Nov. 16, is just fun. No business. No speeches, just fun!
It all starts with a covered-dish dinner at 6:30 in our Temple dining room. So, bring a covered dish to share---a meat, casserole, vegetable, bread or dessert. Iced tea, coffee and a children’s drink will furnished by our Lodge.
Bingo after dinner will test our skills at winning. Prizes will be hams, turkeys and other popular prizes. Make it a family outing with kids, friends and prospective members. No reservations needed; just come and enjoy Fun Night!
PAnCAKe BReAKFASt COMING SAT., DEC. 4
Although the city has canceled the Star City Holiday Parade, our Lodge will continue its traditional Pancake Breakfast on Sat., Dec. 4, 7:30-11:30 a.m. in our Temple dining room. Our menu will offer fluffy, golden pancakes, delicious sausages, orange juice, coffee and a children’s drink.
Plan to bring family, friends and prospective members to enjoy this Saturday-morning delight. The price: $5.00 at the door for adults; $3.00 for children.
TABLE LODGECOMinG in JAnuARy
Watch next month’s Masonic News for details of our Table Lodge, that night of revels and toasts with a military flavor.
Watch, too, for details on our 2011 Installation of Officers.
BRO. DUANE ACKLIE HONORED
Bro. Duane Acklie was one of 12 Scottish Rite members who were announced as 50-year members of the Rite at its annual Feast of Tishri on Sep. 24. Bro. Acklie, who holds bachelor’s and law degrees from UNL, is associated with Crete Carrier Corp., a major motor freight carrier headquartered in Lincoln.
T h e F e a s t o f Ti s h r i is a celebration of an ancient J e w i s h h a r v e s t f e s t i v a l .
LASt FiSHOUT THE DOOR
The last of the George and Martha Washington Second Saturday Fish Fry fishes for 2010 left the door last month. The Masonic trawler is in dry-dock getting barnacles scraped off, and we are all settling in for a Winter’s hibernation...
We have our fond memories of the fellowship and cameraderie that came with the site preparation, food preparation and frying and baking, and, of course, the eating...
We would like to look back on another year, and give heartfelt thanks to all from George and Martha Washington and friends who extended themselves in working so hard on food and site preparation and serving for all those Second Saturday Fish Fries. And where would we be without those who were eating the fish; those who supported us each time (we hope we rewarded your faithfulness with the best fried fish in 46 counties!)? From George Washington Lodge/Martha Washington Eastern Star, we thank you all for your support!
Good Lord willin’ and the creek don’t rise, see you all again after the snows all melt next April!
TRIVIA Q: What did Masons have
to do with the Boston Tea Party? A: All who participated
in the raid were Masons and the entire planning was done in a Masonic Lodge-room.
Questions and Answers
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When: November 20th 5:30-7pmWhere: Masonic Temple 4430 N. 70th St., LincolnCost: $5.00 per person at the door
Compete for Bragging rights as having the “BEST” chili. Each crockpot will be assigned a number, and voting will be by numbers. Those providing a crockpot full of Chili don’t have to pay. In addition, there will be water, iced tea, coffee and Carrot Cake by Shellie Smith.
Martha Washington met on Sep. 2 for its regular meeting. Plans for the Roast Beef Dinner to be held on Oct. 10 were final-ized. A BIG THANK YOU to all of the Star Chapters that supported said Roast Beef Dinner. We will also be holding a Chili Cookoff on Nov. 20 at 5:30 p.m. cost $5.00. Bring your favorite chili recipe in you crockpot to be judged by all who attend. [See ad below.]
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Starcraft Chapter 307Terri Sherman, Correspondent
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“If the other person laughs a t you , you may forg ivehim, but if you laugh at him you may never forgive yourself.If the other person injures you, you may forget the injury;But if you injure him you w i l l a l w a y s r e m e m b e r.In truth the other person is your most sensitive self in another body.” ---Kahlil Gibran
STATED MEETING
The usual regular business meeting was held on Thu., Oct. 7, preceded by a potluck. Because of the Nebraska televised football game, attendance was sparse; even the ladies stayed home to watch the game, except for Diane Wunder who joined us for the meal and fellowship.
After W.M. Scott Dodge opened the lodge, Bro. Greg Schmidt was examined in the Masters Degree and was declared proficient. Bro. Greg completed his degree work at the one day conferral hosted by Hickman Lodge 256, Sep. 25. W.M. Scott presented the proposed revisions to the Constitution of the Grand Lodge of Nebraska and the Grand Master’s keynote program for 2010, “Change for the Troops”. W.M. Scott then presented the calendar for October and November:
Oct. 9 L o d g e c l e a n u pOct. 14 EA Degree R i tua l
Practice for Proficiency ExamOct. 21 Past Masters DinnerOct. 24 O f f i c e r s a n d
C o m m i t t e e M e e t i n g Oct. 28 FC Degree R i tua l
Practice for 210 Prof. ExamNov. 4 Regular Communication
wi th a pot luck beforeNov. 8 MM Degree Ritual
Practice for 210 Prof. ExamNov. 9 E A / F C D e g r e e s
P r o f . E x a m i n a t i o n Nov. 11 T a b l e L o d g e Nov. 15 MM Degree Ritual
Practice for Prof. ExamNov. 18 M a s t e r M a s o n
Proficiency Examination
PAST MASTERS DINNER
On Oct. 21, the Past Masters were honored at a delicious dinner along with fun and fellowship After dinner, the officers and some members journeyed to Bro. Gene Jorgensen’s home to wish him well and to celebrate his birthday. Bro. Gene was hospitalized for a few days, but is now home and on the mend. He has been a staunch supporter of Masonry and his knowledge of Masonic history is extensive.
“Today is the tomorrow we w o r r i e d a b o u t y e s t e rd a y, and i t never happened .”
Gary Hahn and W.M. Scott Dodge with the new Master Mason, Greg Schmidt Photo courtesy of Scott Dodge
Hickman Lodge 256Jeff Eggerling, Correspondent
OCTOBER BUSINESS MEETING
On Thu., Oct. 7, Hickman Lodge met for a short regular business meeting. During the meeting we discussed various things, plus we read and voted on some petitions. The brethren voted on Tim Colwell and Brian Goninan to receive the degrees of Masonry. After the meeting the brethren left to finish watching the Nebraska football game.
During our meeting, the following brothers came and proved up as Master Masons; Gayle Hanshaw, Jeffrey Kubik, John (Jack) Irons, Mark Schneider, and Roger Schwindt. All were escorted to the east, where they received their white leather aprons and other memorabilia items from the lodge.
ONE DAY CEREMONIAL
Update on the one-day ceremonial: HIckman Lodge
hosted a one day on Sat., Sep. 25. The following candidates were made Master Masons; Gayle Hanshaw, Jeffery Kubik, John (Jack) Irons, Johnny Joe Martin, Joshua Ames, Mark Schneider, and Sean Trainor all of Hickman Lodge 256. We also did some courtesy work for a few other lodges. Gary Schmidt of East Lincoln 210, Russell Shockey of York Lodge 56, and Anthony Brekke, John Burt, and Steve Roberson of Liberty Lodge 300. Congratulations fellows on becoming Master Masons. Also, thank you to everyone that helped with the ceremonial.
LODGe PROFiCienCy
Hickman Lodge, due to conflicts earlier in the year and our Deputy Grand Custodian W.B. Steve Green being away for the summer, has not proven up yet. However, we will soon be welcoming W.B. Steve back and working on getting the lodge approved for the 2010 year.
Bethel 63Kristi Thornburg, Correspondent
BETHEL MEETINGS
The members and council members of Bethel 63 gathered together on Oct. 7 for a regular business meeting. The meeting was short and many of the girls were word perfect – keep up the good work! On the evening of Oct. 21, Bethel 63 assembled for a regular business meeting. After the meeting was brought to a close, the daughters and adults set the tables and put out the decorations for the CTBC Soup Supper.
GRAND VISITATION
The Grand Family joined Bethel 63 on Oct. 16 for Grand Visitation. Grand Guardian Cindy, MNJD Katie, and MNC Courtney helped run the pop cooler at the Husker football game! Later that night, the members of Bethel 63 met at Bethel Guardian Trudi’s house for a fire pit, s’mores, and to play “Just Dance 2” on the Wii! The night was filled with laughter, conversation, and lots of dancing.
SOUP SUPPER AND BAKE SALE
The members of Bethel 63 supported the Cotner Temple Building Corporation Soup Supper by taking trays, cleaning tables, and restocking crackers on Oct. 22. During the supper, delicious treats were being sold at the bake sale!
MAJORity CeReMOny
Bethel 63 assisted in a
Majority Ceremony held for Catherine Johnson at Bethel 60. Bethel 63 was pleased to help with this ceremony and would like to congratulate Catherine on becoming a majority member of this beautiful order!
GO-TO-CHURCH
On the morning of Oct. 24, members met at St. Luke’s Methodist Church. During the service, the members performed the cross. After church, members and adults went to Village Inn for breakfast!
ROCA-SCARy FARM!
Members met at Old Chicago at 5:45 p.m. on Oct. 28 for the annual trip out to Roca-Scary Farm! The weather was chilly which made the night perfect for a haunted hayrack ride, the haunted manor, and the psycho path! After all of the scaring and screaming, the Bethel gathered together for a fire pit and s’mores.
POtAtO BAKe FOR HiKe!
Spread the word and join Bethel 63 for a Potato Bake on Fri., Nov. 19 from 5-7 p.m. at 1542 N. 65th St. There will be many toppings to make a loaded baked potato! Admission costs are posted on the flyers. All proceeds will go to HIKE!!
SPECIAL COnGRAtuLAtiOnS!
A v e r y s p e c i a l CONGRATULATIONS is in order for Bethel 63’s Director of Epochs, Dyana Dissmeyer, on her ENGAGEMENT!! We are so happy for you! Also, H a p p y 3 0 t h B i r t h d a y ! ! !
PLeASe JOin uS!
Please join Bethel 63 on Nov. 14 for a Majority Ceremony for Megan Thornburg. The ceremony will begin at 2:00 p.m.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Nov. 5 S l e e p o v e r , 7 : 0 0 p . m . t o 8 : 3 0 a . m .
Nov. 11 Craft Night, 6:30 p.m.Nov. 14 Majority Ceremony for
Megan Thornburg, 2:00 p.m.Nov. 19 P o t a t o B a k e f o r
HIKE, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
If you would like more information or would l ike to join us, please contact B e t h e l G u a r d i a n Tr u d i !
the Grand Family joined Bethel 63 in the cooler at Memorial Stadium on Oct. 16. Kristi Thornburg photo
Bethel 63 welcomed the Grand Family for their Grand visitation on Oct. 16. Kristi Thornburg photo
Bethel 63 poses for a silly picture after a re-cent meeting showing just how much fun Jobie’s have. Kristi Thornburg photo
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Bethel 60Diana Weers and PJ Rabel, Correspondents
BENNET LODGE PAST MASTERS DINNER
Bethel 60 helped serve a Past Masters Dinner for Bennett Lodge on Sat., Sep. 18. Special thanks to Doug and Pam Johnson for providing the table decorations. We are always happy to help Masonic organizations in this way!
FALL StAte WORKSHOP IN KEARNEY
Kelsey, Cyndi and P.J. traveled to Kearney for the “Seeking the Treasure” workshop Sep. 25-26. Activities included a session on internet safety, pirate-themed crafts, a scavenger hunt and swimming. Following Sunday morning breakfast and a worship service, the group returned to Lincoln just in time to participate in the JDRF Walk.
JDRF WALK AtHOLMES LAKE
Bethel 60’s fall community service project was collecting pledges and walking in the JDRF Walk at Holmes Lake on Sun., Sep. 26. The Green, Hatcher, Rabel, Wolbert and Knight families together raised $792 in the fight against diabetes! Two members of Bethel 60, Sarah, 14, and Emily, 11, deal with juvenile diabetes everyday and we are dedicated to helping in the search for a cure.
BETHEL MEETING
At our regular meeting on Sep. 27, a mock initiation ceremony was conducted. We are looking forward to initiating new members in the coming months. Special
birthday wishes were given to Emily, who turned 11 on Sep. 25. Stacey Kassebaum was installed as Guardian Treasurer. A coin march was conducted for the Grand Bethel Honored Queen’s project, toward scholarships for the Masonic All-Star Marching Band.
BETHEL CLEAN
Bethel 60 members gathered in the morning of Oct. 2 to complete their monthly cleaning of College View Lodge. Thanks to the members who helped make the building sparkle!
DON & MILLIE’S
Members, families and friends came out to support Bethel 60 during our monthly fundraiser night on Oct. 4, at Don & Millie’s. How can you help? Stop in for a bite to eat or a quick dessert, visit the drive-thru or get your food to go the first Monday of every month between 5-9 p.m. at Don & Millie’s located at 5200 S. 56th Street. Don’t miss our next Don & Millie’s fundraiser; it’s on Nov. 1. Don’t forget to mention you are supporting “Job’s Daughters” at the counter or window! See you there!
BETHEL MEETING
Members gathered in the evening of Oct. 11 for a regular business meeting. Members sang “Happy Birthday” to the Catherine who was turning twenty and reaching her Majority the next day! A coin march was conducted for the Masonic Youth All Star Marching Band scholarship fund. Council Member, Carla Green, made a delicious chocolate and peanut butter cake which was shared by the members after the meeting!
CAtHeRine JOHnSOn, A MAJORity MeMBeR
Catherine reached age 20 on Oct. 12, and is now a majority member. Her majority ceremony was conducted on Oct. 25 with help from Bethel 63, Lincoln. Catherine is truly a special Job’s Daughter. Catherine has always been an active, dedicated member of our Bethel, and an asset to Job’s Daughters. Catherine was initiated
into Job’s Daughters on Sep. 23, 2002 at age 12 and became a line officer when she was a freshman in high school. She served as Honored Queen for back-to-back terms in 2009 and received the Lily of the Valley Award in June, 2010. All of our members were so happy for Catherine when she was elected as Honored Queen and stepped up to help her when she needed a little extra help during her terms. Catherine has contributed to the betterment of our Bethel in so many ways. She has helped us learn to be humble, to be better mentors, to be better friends to all regardless of their circumstances, to be better cheerleaders, to appreciate the special gifts that each individual possesses, to not take ourselves quite so seriously, and to be more kind, patient and loving. Congratulations, Catherine!
3RD ANNUAL SOUPSuPPeR FunDRAiSeR
Call now for advance tickets to our soup supper on Sat., Nov. 20, from 5-8 p.m. at Five Willows, 4747 Pioneers. Tickets are $5 in advance for adults ($6 at the door); $2.50 ($3 at the door) for children 12 and under. Your meal includes soup (choose from wild rice pecan, chili, shrimp chowder and more!), salad, dessert and drink. Don’t miss this delicious meal in an upscale and accessible location. Call Bethel Guardian P.J. at 499.2195 or Past Associate Bethel Guardian Doug at 421.7006 for tickets.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Nov. 1 Don & Millie’s Fundraiser, 5-9pm (5200 S. 56th Street)
Nov. 3 College View Board of Trustees Meeting, 6-7pm
Nov. 6 Bethel Clean, 10-11am Nov. 8 Bethel Meeting, 7-8:30pm Nov. 13 Baby Shower for Diana
and Tyler Weers, 1-3pmNov. 15 Bethel Guardian Council
M e e t i n g , 7 : 3 0 - 8 : 3 0 p m Nov. 20 Annual Soup Supper
Fundraiser, 5-8 p.m., at Five Willows (4747 Pioneers Blvd) ($5 in advance, $6 at the door for adults; $2.50/$3 for children 12 and under)
Nov. 22 Bethel Meeting, 7-8:30pm
Bethel 60 members celebrated Catherine Johnson’s 20th birthday on Oct. 11. Diana Weers photo
Members of Bethel 60 were flocked by lawn fla-mingo’s in honor of the Job’s Daughters mascot before a meeting on Oct. 11. Diana Weers photo
Members of Bethel 60 as-sisted with a Past Mas-ters dinner at Bennet Lodge held in September. Diana Weers photo
Fun ACtivitieS
On Oct. 23, members of Bethel 5 met for their Regular Meeting, then afterwards we went to Roca Berry Farm for some fun.
On Oct. 30, the ladies and council members parked cars in the Masonic Temple Parking lot for the Husker Football game. hot dogs, chips, cookies and pop were also available. Thanks to all who helped with this fundraiser.
On Sat. Nov 6, the ladies of Bethel 5 will be performing a Flag Folding Ceremony for members of Electa Chapter No. 8, OES. More details in the next issue of the Masonic News.
FunDRAiSeRS
Bethel 5 is doing a few fundraisers for the year. We are selling candy bars for $1.00. Ask any member of Bethel 5 if you are interested in purchasing a sweet treat.
Secondly, we will be having a bake sale at the All Temple Christmas Party. [see ad page 1]
Thirdly, we are selling Village Inn Pie Certificates for $10. These cards are good until Dec. 2011.
Lastly, we still have some Howie Damron Cd’s available.
These make great gifts. If you would like to purchase any of the above, please contact any Member or Council Member.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Nov. 13 - Bethel Meeting, Masonic Friendship Meeting, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Nov. 27 - Bethel Meeting, 10:00 a.m. help decorate Christmas Tree at 1 p.m.
Dec. 11 – Bethel Meeting and Ini t ia t ion, 2 p.m. , R e c e p t i o n f o l l o w i n g
Dec. 12 – All Temple Christmas Party, help with crafts, 1635 L St . , 5:30 p.m.
Dec. 23 – Bethel Christmas P a r t y D e t a i l s T B A
Dec 25 – No Bethel Meeting, M e r r y C h r i s t m a s
Members of Bethel 5 had their own hair sa-lon at the sleepover. Deb Kendle photos
Bethel 5 served a din-ner for members of Ta-bula Rasa Lodge 332 on Sep. 28. Deb Kendle photo
Prospects and members of Bethel 5 gathered for a sleepover at the Ma-sonic Temple on Oct. 9. they celebrated em-ily’s 12th birthday that evening as well. Look at the size of that cup-cake! Deb Kendle photo
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College View Lodge 320���1 CooperAve. �8�0�Mail to Box �8��, �8�0�-�8��Gary Kassebaum, W.M.��01 S. 2�th St.,E�, �8�12-1�09Douglas B. Johnson, Sec.��00 Birch Hollow Dr. �8�1�-�10�1st.Wed.Reg.Communication�:�0p.m.
Tabula Rasa Lodge 3321��� L St. �8�08 ���-����Ben Hughes, W.M.
Dennis Brydl, Sec. �2�-�9822�10 Kessler Blvd. �8�02�thTues.Reg.Communication�:00p.m.
Temple Chapter 271��2 S. Centennial Mall �8�08 ���-21��Karan Birdsall, W.M.��9 Sunny Slope Rd., �8�0�Don Jelinek, W.P. �88-�9���11 Dale Dr. �8�10-22��Carolyn Plants, Sec. ���-9����12� NW �th St. �8�211st Mon. Stated Meeting �:�0 p.m.Special Meeting �rd Mon. �:�0 p.m.except June, July,Aug., and Dec.
Past Matrons and Past Patrons ClubJames F Brown, Jr.,Pres. �8�-1�2�DianeBrown,Sec.-Treas. �8�-1�2�
Past Matrons ClubMarilynJepson,Co-Pres. �2�-�0�9EarleenLadd,Co-Pres �99-1889NancyHarris,Sec. �29-0�0�
Columbia Chapter 2751��2No.��thSt.�8�0� ���-0890TrudiThornburg,W.M. �21-�1������S.8thSt., �8�12KevinThornburg,W.P. �21-�1������S.8thSt., �8�12NancyWeers,Sec. ���-���02�0ColbySt �8�0�1stTues.StatedMeeting �:00p.m.
Columbia Chapter KensingtonKaylene Martin, Pres. �88-��88�01 S. 8�th St. �8�10Elaine Malick, Sec. ��8-8099�thTues.
Past Matrons and Past Patrons ClubTrudyThornburg, Pres. �21-�1��Nancy Weers, Vice-Pres. ���-���0
Starcraft Chapter 3072��� B St. �8�02 ���-2820Cora Redwine, W.M. ��8-9����101 N. 12th St. �8�21Dennis Brydl, W.P. �2�-�9822�10 Kessler Blvd �8�02Ileen Smith , Sec. �9�-220���00 NW 12�th St, �8�2�1st Wed. Stated Meeting �:�0 p.m.
Starcraft KensingtonRuth Beach, Pres. ���-0�1�81� Santa MonicaAve �8�0�Glee Warnke, Sec. ���-8�8��101Adams �8�0�1stTue. Mar.-June, Sep.-Dec.
Past Matrons and Past Patrons ClubAlma Wilson, Pres. �88-8�99Mary Louise Dutcher, Sec. �2�-��8�
Capitol Chapter 320MarthaCabieles,W.M. �02-�01-�201�110S80thSt�8�1�JairoCabieles,W.P. �01-�201�110S80thSt.�8�1�KathyBerger,Sec. �88-�1�����8HighSt.�8�0�1stMon. �:�0p.m.
Capitol Chapter Kensington KathyBerger,Pres. �88-�1�����8HighSt.,�8�0��thThurs.
City-Wide Past Matrons and Past Patrons ClubMikeBerger,Pres. �88-�1��MaryLouiseDutcher,V.P. �2�-��8�IlahAnderson,Sec.-Treas. ���-09��
Capital City Past Matrons and Patrons ClubImogeneKermoade,Pres. �2�-0188CarolynCook,VicePres. ���-9���MarthaCountryman,Sec. �88-����KarenCook,Treas. ��0-�18�1stTue.Oct-MayLegacyEstates Noon
Youth Groups
DeMolay-Lincoln ChapterConnorMoormeier,MasterCouncilor???,Chap.SweetheartMeetings2ndand�thTues.�p.m.ScottishRiteTemplePleasesendcorrespondence to:TomGreenlee,Chap.Dad ��01S��rdSt,�8�0�[email protected]
Parents ClubDel/Lori Moormeier,Co-Ch. �2�-�2�0
DeMolay-Dr. Frederick Eiche ChapterMarkLighthall,MasterCouncilor???,ChapterSweetheartMeetings2ndand�thWed.�:00p.m.MasonicTemple,1���LSt.Pleasesendall correspondence to:ScottDodge191�S.W.1�thSt., �8�22
Acacia Fraternity22�� Vine Street, �8�0� ���-�1�0JustinCardisco,Ven.Dean ���-�1�0ZachThiemann,Sec. ���-0�09
LINCOLN BOYS CHOIR tO HOLD WAFFLe AnD
AUCTION EVENT
Join us on Nov. 20, for the Waffleman and our live and silent auction. From 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. we will be performing, eating and auctioning. All three choirs will perform and you will have a chance to buy a performance from one or all three choirs. They will be on the live auction and available for any event of your choosing. Along with the boys, there will be plenty of Husker items, artwork, hand crafts and business bargains that you won’t want to miss out on. Even a weekend getaway! This event will take place at the Shrine Director’s Center at 1050 Saltillo Rd in Roca. Tickets are available by website (paypal) www.
lincolnboyschoir.org or at the door. Cost is $6.00 with 4 and under being free. Hope to see you there!
Lincoln Boys ChoirSubmitted by Judy Welch
Members and Friends of Bethel 5 gathered for their Annual Highway Beautification Project on Sep. 26. Deb Kendle photo
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STATED MEETING
Following a delicious potluck dinner, Myrtle Chapter 94 opened its October stated meeting in regular form at 7:30 p.m. There were 14 officers in attendance and two sideliners. Subs for the evening were Sis. Deloris Finch, Chaplain, and Brothers David Mickey, Organist, Allen Plucknett, Warder, and Steve Brown, Sentinel.
Worthy Matron Emily Schoenleber welcomed everyone and honored the 50-year members in attendance: Sisters Norma Brown and Barbara Turner, and Brothers Steve Brown and David Mickey.
Worthy Patron Bro Eric Schoenleber welcomed everyone and shared a joke involving twins , t r ip le t s , and 7-up .
The printed minutes were reviewed and approved as corrected, the Treasurer’s report was given, and communications were read.
CHiLi COOKOFF
The Chili Cookoff held on Sep. 18 was a hit, with 50-75 attendees sampling 6 different types of chili, plus cinnamon rolls, cornbread, and a variety of pies. Prizes were awarded based on attendees votes for:
Bes t Ove ra l l F l avo r--Deb Kend le and Jeanne Bonnet’s Tradi t ional Chi l i
H o t t e s t C h i l i - - R o b y n T h r o c k m o r t o n ’ s L o w f a t Turkey and Black Bean Chili
Mos t Un ique F lavor--Tyra Ta te ’s Whi te Ch i l i
The Chapter voted to take the profits from the cookoff and donate it to the Masonic Eastern Star Home for Children and their Purple Ribbon Club.
COURTESY REPORT
The following was shared as part of the courtesy report: Sis. Velma Garlow of Minden passed away. She was 103 years old. Bro. George Sawyer’s brother in Maine passed away. Sis. Mary Mills had cataract surgery. Sis. Betty Oakeson is in the hospital. Sis. Liz Sawyer has been having ear problems. Sis Donna Plucknett had a lump removed from her breast and is doing well. Bro. Leon Kilmer had surgery to repair three ligaments which tore away from his pelvis during a flag football game. He will have a long road of recovery--8 to 9 months.
The following good news was shared: Sis. Lynne Wild has been elected National Vice-President of the Northwestern Division of the
American Legion Auxiliary. Bro. Leon Kilmer’s mom, Mary Ellen Kilmer was commissioned as a Deaconess in April by the United Methodist Women’s Division. Mary Ellen is an ESTARL recipient.
The next meeting is Nov. 9 at 7:30 p.m. It will be election night and we will be honoring our newest 50-year members, Barb and Albert Chatfield.
OTHER BODIES
Myrtle Club met on Oct. 2 and Past Matrons and Past Patrons will have their dinner on Nov. 16 at 6 p.m. at Lonestar. Members will be called.
T h e r e w i l l b e a n E11 meet ing on Nov. 2 .
PAST MATRONS AND PASt PAtROnS FALL
DINNER GET TOGETHER
When: Tue., Nov. 16, 6:00 p.m.Where: LONE STAR STEAK
HOUSE, 70th and O Street( P r i v a t e R o o m )
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DUES REMINDER
DUES are now due! $20 per member, if unable to attend November, December Stated Meetings or the P.M./P.P. Fall dinner, mail check or money order to:
Helen Plucknett, Secr.7828 Stonewall Court
Lincoln, NE 68506
CLOSING
Chapter closed at 8:30 p.m. after recognizing Sis. Emily and Bro Eric. with an a cappella chorus of ‘Happy Birthday’.
Columbia Chapter 275Nancy Weers, Correspondent
STATED MEETING
W.M. Trudi and W.P. Kevin welcomed everyone for coming. Columbia Chapter will be working the rest of the home UNL football games. CALL W.M. TRUDI AT 430-9393 IF YOU COULD HELP.
Kensington did not meet in September, but met Oct. 12 and went out to eat. Starlites met Oct. 19 at 5:30 p.m. at Cotner Lodge to make greeting cards. It was a bring your own supper event.
Past Matrons and Past Patrons met Sep. 28 at Stauffers and initiated Sis. Lorie and Bro. Scott Dodge into the group.
C o t n e r Te m p l e h a d a soup supper Oct. 22 from 4 : 3 0 p . m . t o 7 : 0 0 p . m .
For Harvest Home dinner, the Chapter will be doing something different this year. Details later.
Up coming elections for the Chapter will be during t h e N o v e m b e r m e e t i n g .
Memorial services were held for Sis. Nancy Byerly who passed away Sep. 4. Bro. Harold Wulf passed away Sep. 15, and Sis Roma Regler passed away Sep. 20. OES funeral services were conducted for both Bro. Harold and Sis. Roma. A nice job was done by our star members.
SICKNESS AND DISTRESS
Bro Charlie Curnmings had back surgery on Oct.
6 . We w i s h h i m w e l l .
JOyS
Sis Ann Rasmussen’s grand daughter Sara was ordained at her new church Oct 10. She had received an ESTARL grant for her schooling. Sis. Ann is doing better, but can only go out to the doctor, church, and get her hair fixed. Bro. Leonard Martin’s Indians finished in 4th place.
Birthdays this month are Sisters Dyana Dismeyer, Annette Brady and Bro. Ralph Riemann.
CLOSING
W.M. Trudi thanked our pro-tem officer Sis. Betty Paxton for helping with the chapter meeting.
Sis Tracy Wright was the off icer of the month.
Bro. Scott and Sis. Lo-rie Dodge were initiated into Columbia Chapter’s Past Matrons and Past Patrons in Septem-ber. Nancy Weers photo
Myrtle Chapter 94Robyn Throckmorton, Correspondent
