Name Phone Number Email Glenn Lewis 402.850.9687 glennlewis1@gmail.com Bob Lewis robertraylewis@gmail.com Daniel Marr 402.517.1861 danmarr@outlook.com A. Carl Highman 402.339.3205 papio39@gmail.com

Meetings on Tuesdays at 7:00 pm Find us on the web! Stated meeting: 2nd Tuesdays 105 W. Centennial Rd Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/papio39/ Papillion, NE 68046 Lodge website: www.papillion39.com

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Words from the South A few weeks ago, my wife and I took a vacation down in the Ozarks. When we travel for vacation or fun we like to take the back roads on the way to wherever we’re going. We commonly encounter fun and interesting things along the way, and this trip was no different. As we got into the middle of Missouri, we came to a small city called Lexington. There was a sign advertising a Civil War Battleground along the road as we neared the city. Erin and I are both history enthusiasts, so this looked like the perfect place to explore for a while. When we first arrived at the education center on that site we were encouraged to watch a 20 minute movie about the Battle of Lexington. Something that caught my attention early in the movie was a building that they called the “Masonic College”. The building was used as a military garrison for the Union army during the early parts of the Civil War. Confederate troops captured the Mason College in the Battle of Lexington in 1861. Union troops eventually recaptured the Masonic College and used it as a headquarters for the remainder of the war. That got me wondering if the name was a coincidence, or if it was somehow affiliated with Freemasonry. I did a little research and found out that it was indeed affiliated with the fraternity. The Grand Lodge of Missouri opened the Masonic College in 1844 in the town of Philadelphia, MO. It quickly outgrew the building they were using. So, in 1847 they laid the cornerstone on a new building for the college, which was located in Lexington, MO. The

two-story brick building was 80’ x 57’ and featured four fluted Ionic columns in the front. The college was primarily intended for the benefit of orphaned children of deceased masons, and each member in the state paid a small per capita fee to support it. After the Civil War the Grand Lodge of Missouri sold the building to the Central Female College, which later changed its name to the Central College for Women. It continued to operate until 1925. In 1932 the building burned down, and a smaller replica of the college was built and still exists on that site today. The replica is pictured above. The original college is shown in the drawing of the Battle of Lexington, below.

Daniel Marr Junior Warden

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From the Desk of the Secretary/Recorder I promised I'd have the dues listed in this month's article. Well the subject didn't come up when I was talking to Debbie and Michelle...I think the increase is $2.50 because we didn't have an increase last year which makes Papillion 39 dues + per capita + assessment $161.50...do not pay early, wait for your letter, the letter will have the correct amount. Royal Arch Chapter, both 1 and 61, $51.... Omaha #1 Cryptic Masons, remains $38.... Mt Calvary #1 Knights Templar remains $50 Total York Rite 3 bodies $139 Letters will go out October 15th +/- 3 days When the letters go out I expect to have dues cards on hand for York Rite....Lodge cards should be available by the 1st week of November.

Carl Highman Secretary

Papillion #39 at the Plattsmouth Home Full core of officers plus sideliners plus four residents of the Home held the stated meeting of Papillion Lodge #39 AF&AM at the Nebraska Masonic Home in Plattsmouth on 12 September 2017...this has already gone out on Facebook, but not everyone in the local area is on it. WB Glenn WM B Bob SW B Dan JW B Ken Chap WB Jonathan Treas WB Carl Sec B Adam SD B Curtis JD B Jon SS WB Geoff JS B Brian Marshall WB Paul for WB Pat Tyl WB Noland On the front row: WB Cullen, WB Tom, WB Gene and WB Dean.

It was great to visit with the brothers and the meeting went smoothly.

WB Carl Highman

The American Red Cross

Please donate and/or help us spread the word.

Papillion Communicty Blood Drive

Papillion Masonic Center

Oct 11th 11:30 am—5:30 pm

Call 1-800-RedCross or go to www.redcrossblood.com to schedule your

appointment

Walk-ins are welcome!

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How to Set up Volunteer Work

Volunteer work can be very fulfilling to the members of the organization that provides it and extremely helpful to the organization that receives it. In just a few simple steps you can become proficient at coordinating a successful volunteer work event! For more ease of planning, brainstorm some organizations that need help and pick the one that you like best. Get a Point of Contact (POC) for the one you want to help. Discuss with your POC the work they want done. Decide whether or not it is possible/feasible for your group to complete it and how long it will take. Maybe you can only complete part of it or come back and finish at a later date. Don’t forget to find out if any special skills or tools are required. In order to schedule your event, plan the date that works best with the POC. Sell the event/idea to your group and solicit volunteers - the more the merrier. If you don’t have enough folks to get the work done, think about merging with another group. If you have too many volunteers, count yourself lucky, split them into teams, and tackle another event. Get started by advertising the event in your group’s newsletter, on facebook, and through other local communication venues. Arrange who will provide for water, food, and any additional items needed; then arrive early for final coordination with your POC. Take ‘before’ pictures of the areas to be worked on. It will help tell the story when the work is done.

For final preparation, divide the tasks based on the number of volunteers and their skillsets; match people’s strengths and desires with the work to be done. Take a group photo once everyone arrives, before they get dirty/sweaty from working. Don’t forget to have a First Aid Kit and give a safety brief; it doesn’t have to be drawn out, but nothing spoils an event like an unprepared for emergency. Execute your plan, organize the volunteers into teams and give them fun names. If you have a large group with many tasks, you can assign team leaders to alleviate the burden of directing everyone. Set your folks to work and be sure to check-in with each of them, providing positive feedback to help keep them motivated. Take pictures of volunteers working and pitch in a little bit with each group. In order to wrap it all up, take 'after' pictures of all the great work your group completed. Don’t forget to thank everyone involved. Shortly after the work is done and while the event is still fresh in your mind, do a write-up/summary. Add the pictures: before, during, and after and share them out. You can send it to the POC, post it in your group’s newsletter, and with local media outlets.

Yours in Masonry, Adam Cejka Senior Deacon Papillion Lodge #39

Coffee on the Square Okay, so there wasn’t a report on COTS for August. I’ll try to recap a bit of it before I go to the September Meeting. You have been apprised of the 50 and 60 year pins that were awarded and was the focal point of the August meeting. Twenty one members and friends attended the meeting. A delicious breakfast was served and the usual order of business was conducted. Now on to the September Meeting. Once again it was a very special meeting. Worshipful Brother Jonathon Paz presented a 60 year pin to our esteemed Worshipful Brother Eugene Fischbach. Nineteen members and friends were present to witness the Ceremony. Brother Gene and Cullen have had a longstanding relationship in Papillion Lodge and Brother Gene requested that Cullen attach his pin on

his lapel, What an honor! Thank you Gene! Worshipful Brother Gene thanked the Lodge and the brethren thereof and recalled some of his Masonic experiences during the last 60 years. The balance of the meeting consisted of a hearty breakfast, a review of forthcoming events and discussing Masonic History. We are looking forward to Papillion Lodge meeting at the Nebraska Masonic Home on September 12, Until next month, I’ll be racing the motor!

WB Cullen Pilker

Reminder: Coffee on the Square, first Saturday of every month at 8:00 A. M. Where? The dining room at the Papillion Masonic Center.

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BBQ & Tailgate Party On Sunday September 17th we held our annual BBQ fundraiser. This year, WB Glenn wanted to have an NFL tailgate party in conjunction with the BBQ. We brought in a projector, and showed a football game on the back wall throughout the luncheon.

The festivities began the night before when several brothers got together to prepare all of the brisket and pork. They slow-cooked it on the grills throughout the night and into the next morning. The meal turned out fantastic. The brisket was cooked to perfection, and the pulled pork was moist and delicious. I heard a great deal of compliments on the meal, and I’m sure that everyone went home full and happy.

Attendance at the event was pretty much on par with attendance over the past few years. The difference this year was that we did significantly more advertising than in recent years. Unfortunately, the advertising was completely ineffective. Of particular disappointment was two months of advertising in the Hot Sands shrine magazine which

cost too much and produced absolutely no results. I certainly won’t be making that mistake again. Other than lackluster results from advertising, the BBQ was a great success. Having it combined with a good sporting event was an excellent idea, and I’m looking forward to similar events in the future. I would like to thank WB Glenn Lewis and WB Patrick Berry (and anyone else who helped) for all of the hard work on prep. Also a big thank you to WB Carl, B Ken, B Curtis, WB Jonathan, WB Noland, and B Bob for their hard work at the event. Additionally, a huge thank you to Jesse Lewis for all of her help!

Dan Marr

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Paper or Electronic?

If you receive a paper copy of this Trestleboard, you could help the lodge save some money by signing up to receive it electronically, if you have access to email. To change how you receive your copy of this Trestleboard, please call the Lodge (402)-339-3205 or send Carl an email: papio39@gmail.com

Adah Chapter #52 OES The Lunch Bunch met on September 26 th at 11:30 at Shirley’s Diner 13838 R Plaza in Millard. Everyone had a great time. If you are not on The Lunch Bunch calling list and would like to attend, please contact Sr. Sister Sandy Panzer (402-731- 4614) or Sr. Georgia Ford (402-238- 3090) by the Sunday before the Tuesday meeting. If you can, please bring a $2 gift for Kensington cards or bingo. The Supper Club is open to all members of Adah Chapter. We meet bimonthly opposite to the meetings of The Lunch Bunch. On October 9th, we will gather at the Pizza Ranch. 3010 S 84th St, Omaha. Br. A.J. is making a hope chest for raffle for the second half of this year as a fundraiser. It would make a wonderful Christmas gift to someone. We will draw at our December 8th stated meeting. You need not be present to win. Tickets are $2 each or 3 for $5. It is our last fundraising event this year and we would appreciate your support.

Erin Marr Associate Matron

O.E.S

Papillion Masonic Center is proud to be home to two Chapters of The Order of the Eastern Star. Adah Chapter #52 meets on the second Friday of the month at 7:30 PM. Papillion Chapter #114 meets on the second Thursday of the month at 7:30 PM. Members of the Order of the Eastern Star enjoy fellowship and service activities. They are often found getting together for meals, planning exciting fundraisers, and supporting the Plattsmouth Masonic Home, Mason-Eastern Star Home for Children and their local Masonic youth groups. Do you know of someone who would be interested in joining a Chapter? In addition to Master Masons in good standing, the following relatives of a Master Mason are eligible to join Eastern Star: Wife, Daughter, Legally adopted daughter, Mother, Widow, Sister, Half sister, Aunt, Granddaughter, Stepmother, Stepdaughter, Stepsister, Daughter-in-law, Grandmother, Great-granddaughter, Niece, Great niece, Mother-in-law, Sister-in-law, Also members (either active for three years or majority) of the International Order of Rainbow for Girls or Job’s Daughters International, each of whom have attained the age of eighteen years of age may petition for membership. For more information on joining one of these chapters, please contact Carl at 402-339-3205 or papio39@gmail.com.

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Papillion Chapter #114 OES Sisters and Brothers, Our September stated meeting on the 14th was held at the Plattsmouth Masonic Home. We had a great time with a lovely turn out. Along with our officers we had 6 residents join in. It is always rewarding to have fellowship with our Sisters and Brothers at the Home. On Thursday, Sept 7th, our WP Tony Hargan responded at Harmony Chapter #25 Council Bluffs. He entertained the gathering with a lovely song. Our annual salad luncheon will take place on Sunday, October 15 th at 3:00 PM at Papillion Masonic Center. Tickets are $8.

Erin Marr Electa 2017

PAPILLION CHAPTER #114 OES ANNUAL SOUP/SALAD LUNCHEON

Sunday, October 15, 2017 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Adults - $8.00 Children (under 10) - $3.00

Please come join us for fabulous soups, salads, de-

licious bake sale and wonderful fellowship.

Tangier Past Masters’ Shrine Club

Fall Business and Dinner Meeting

Where? The Nebraska Masonic Home, 1300 Avenue D, Plattsmouth, NE

Second Floor Dining Room

When? Sunday, October 8, Assemble at 5:30/5:45, Dine at 6:00 P.M.

Admission? $12.00, includes wine.

Nobles, Please wear your Fez. We will be mingling with the residents and we want them to be able to identify us as Shriners who are concerned with their welfare. We will be electing officers and discussing future plans. We need to redefine our mission and discuss ways to implement its goals. We would welcome members who would be willing to volunteer to be candidates for the offices. We need a headcount for the dinner order so please RSVP to: Cullen Pilker at 402-490- 1836 or cullen.pilker@gmail.com by October 5th.

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October 2017 Calendar

Ride to Lodge

Do you want to be with your fellow Papillion Lodge brothers but have not been able to because you cannot drive at night? Contact Secretary Carl Highman at 402-339-3205 or papio39@gmail.com and he will try to arrange to have one of the brothers pick you up at your residence and return you there after the meeting.