WMJ March 2013 - Freemasons of Wisconsin
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Thoughts for the JourneyBy Reverend David R. Ritchie, Grand ChaplainShell Lake-Spooner Lodge honors Past MastersShell Lake-Spooner Lodge No. 221, Shell Lake, honored their Past Masters at their installation <strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficerson Dec. 18. Front row (from left): Master Robert O'Dell, Brad Pederson, Gary Cuskey, Past Grand MasterDarrell O. Aderman, Ray Heilborn, Lawrence Neste, and Marvin Bray. Second row: Tom Spelbring, GeraldWinch, Robert Scheff, and Scott Smith.Submitted by Bro. Steve Anderson, Senior WardenWilliams Lodge at West Allis <strong>March</strong> 9Directory <strong>of</strong> Grand Lodge Officers & ContactsElected OfficersGrand MasterDennis V. Siewert (322)Res. 920-339-8995Cell 920-609-2172dvs_2012@wisc-freemasonry.orgDeputy Grand MasterDaniel L. Slavik (63)Res. 608-244-4562Cell 608-395-3555dls_<strong>2013</strong>@wisc-freemasonry.orgSenior Grand WardenWilliam Beetcher (244)Res. 715-349-8021Cell 715-566-0350wb_2014@wisc-freemasonry.orgJunior Grand WardenFranklin J. Struble (60)Res. 715-924-2142Cell 608-633-0154fjs_2015@wisc-freemasonry.orgGrand TreasurerJohn A. Benedict (151)Res. 608-835-3705grandtreasurer@wisc-freemasonry.orgGrand SecretaryMichael A. DeWolf, PGM (267)Res. 715-574-3151Bus. 262-965-2200 Ext. 807Cell 715-574-3151grandsecretary@wisc-freemasonry.orgAppointed OfficersGrand ChaplainDavid R. Ritchie (64)Res. (608) 776-2698grand_chaplain@wisc-freemasonry.orgGrand LecturerKenneth C. Gorgen (307)Res. 262-691-0859Cell 414-758-8729grand_lecturer@wisc-freemasonry.orgA William’s Lodge hosted byWest Allis Lodge No. 291, will beheld Saturday, <strong>March</strong> 9, beginningat 8:30 a.m.A Williams Lodge is an exerciseaimed at preparing the Wardensfor some <strong>of</strong> the things a Mastermay encounter in the course <strong>of</strong>his year in the East. There will bediscussions on the several topicspresented to include problem solvingtechniques and best practicesas observed throughout theLodges.The Williams Lodge is open toall Master Masons. Newly electedand installed Masters and Wardensare encouraged to attend.The Lodge will be held at theWest Allis Masonic Center, 7515W. National Avenue, West Allis.C<strong>of</strong>fee and donuts will be served.Invitation to the AnnualCommunication Women’s ProgramFriday, June 7, <strong>2013</strong> at the Concourse Hotel“Hats Off to Music”presented by Jeanne Anderson,accompanied by Kim Siewert.Wear a hat <strong>of</strong> your choice, if you like, from baseball cap to widebrimmed beauty. The diverse hats will make for interestingtable conversation.The lunch following will be served “tea” style with fingersandwiches to tarts.Sign up, plus details about specific time and place will come in theAnnual Communication reservation packet.Senior Grand DeaconDonald W. Hensiak (189)Res. 262-682-4390Cell 414-333-0060dwh_2016@wisc-freemasonry.orgJunior Grand DeaconL. Arby Humphrey (329)Res. 715-364-2492Cell 715-815-1032lah_2017@wisc-freemasonry.orgSenior Grand StewardScott E. Pedley (25)Res. 608-759-2081Cell 608-482-0424sep_2018@wisc-freemasonry.orgJunior Grand StewardRobert C. Strader (363)Res. 262-827-1606Cell 414-678-8785rcs_2019@wisc-freemasonry.orgGrand MarshalJohn C. Tilley (366)Res. 715-272-1295grand_marshal@wisc-freemasonry.orgGrand OratorKeith D. Chamberlain (66)Res. 608-538-3173grand_orator@wisc-freemasonry.orgGrand TilerTravis M. Hand (263)Res. 715-638-2599grand_tiler@wisc-freemasonry.orgDistrict DeputiesDistrict 1Paul S. Huber (161)Cell 218-269-6212district_deputy1@wisc-freemasonry.orgDistrict 2Gary L. Stang (351)Res. 715-835-7153Cell 715-864-6813district_deputy2@wisc-freemasonry.orgDistrict 3Joseph O. Barlow (130)Res. 715-675-6755Cell 715-573-5632district_deputy3@wisc-freemasonry.orgDistrict 4Christian M. Hirthe (322)Res. 920-954-0168Cell 920-328-7106district_deputy4@wisc-freemasonry.orgDistrict 5James M. Kent (252)Work 715-834-7676Cell 715-456-8814district_deputy5@wisc-freemasonry.orgDistrict 6Shawn W. Matthes (224)Res. 715-254-0811Cell 715-615-0728district_deputy6@wisc-freemasonry.orgDistrict 7Dean A. Johnson (50)Res. (608) 235-7388district_deputy7@wisc-freemasonry.orgDistrict 8Marc B. Steiber (8)Cell 563-605-1346district_deputy8@wisc-freemasonry.orgDistrict 9Terrence R. Brown (315)Res. 262-201-4124Cell 414-429-5981district_deputy9@wisc-freemasonry.orgDistrict 10John W. Krinke (37)Res. 262-249-0055Cell 262-993-2225district_deputy10@wisc-freemasonry.orgDistrict 11Wayne A. Budwick (367)Res. (262) 697-9364Cell (262) 914-7277district_deputy11@wisc-freemasonry.orgDistrict 12Patrick D.Cholka (301)Res. 414-475-9660Cell 414-254-5543district_deputy12@wisc-freemasonry.orgRSVP to District 12 DeputyPatrick D. Cholka, email district_deputy12@wisc-freemasonry.org,or call 414-254-5543.Email your lodge news towmjeditor@wisc-freemasonry.org.The Tax Man ComethJim HaasAssociates, Inc.“Your Tax Pr<strong>of</strong>essionals”Arcadia, WI 54612 - 608-323-7000Bangor, WI 54614 - 608-486-4227Cashton, WI 54619 - 608-654-5516La Crosse, WI 54601 - 608-784-5507Sparta, WI 54656 - 608-269-5502Tomah, WI 54660 - 608-372-5565West Salem, WI 54669 - 608-786-0788Whitehall, WI 54773 - 715-538-2003“WE SPECIALIZE INPAST DUERETURNS”Grand LodgeOfficeGrand Lodge F. & A. M. <strong>of</strong> <strong>Wisconsin</strong>36275 Sunset Dr.Dousman, WI 53118262-965-2200Grand Secretary:Michael DeWolf, PGM - Ext. 807grandsecretary@wisc-freemasonry.orgReceptionist:Cheryl Martin - Ext. 800cheryl@wisc-freemasonry.orgOffice Manager:Jan Gorgen - Ext. 803jan@wisc-freemasonry.orgBookkeeper:Alicia Darr - Ext. 804alicia@wisc-freemasonry.org<strong>Wisconsin</strong> MasonicJournalRichard A. Rygh, Editor262-965-2200 Ext. 808wmjeditor@wisc-freemasonry.orgAd Manager Diane Igl,diane@wisc-freemasonry.org262-965-397936275 Sunset Dr.,Dousman, WI 53118Who was Solomon, King <strong>of</strong> Israel? To Masons he is the builder <strong>of</strong>the Temple. He is one <strong>of</strong> our original Grand Masters, a wise and goodking who built the resting place <strong>of</strong> the ark <strong>of</strong> thecovenant. We are familiar with the Hollywoodor simplified version but are not aware <strong>of</strong> thehistory and other accomplishments <strong>of</strong> this notablefigure.Solomon was the second son <strong>of</strong> the greatKing David and Bathsheba. He ruled the UnitedKingdoms <strong>of</strong> Israel and Judea taking the throneat a young age, about twelve years old, in approximately967 B.C.E. He ruled for 40 yearsbefore his death. His rule <strong>of</strong> four decades wasthe longest <strong>of</strong> any Jewish king and he was onlyone <strong>of</strong> three to rule over both Judea and Israel.Solomon also figures prominently in many <strong>of</strong>the Western traditions. He <strong>of</strong> course plays aprominent role in the Judeo-Christian traditionGrand Chaplain David R. Ritchie can be reached athickorysprings@gmail.com or 608-776-2698.Published by the Grand Lodge,Free and Accepted Masons <strong>of</strong> <strong>Wisconsin</strong><strong>March</strong> <strong>2013</strong>The <strong>Wisconsin</strong> Masonic Journal, Publication Number 011-551 (ISSN No.10770410), is the authorized publication <strong>of</strong> the Grand Lodge, Free andAccepted Masons <strong>of</strong> <strong>Wisconsin</strong>. It is published monthly except for theJuly/August issue which is combined. Periodical postage paid at Dousman,<strong>Wisconsin</strong> 53118 and additional <strong>of</strong>fices. Postmasters: send address changes toThe <strong>Wisconsin</strong> Masonic Journal, 36275 Sunset Drive, Dousman, WI 53118.Subscription Rates:Non-members (within United States): $15.00 per year (payable in advance)Non-members (mailed outside <strong>of</strong> the United States): $50.00 (payable in advance)Members: $8.50 per year (included in the Grand Lodge per-capita)Editorial Production OfficeRichard A. Rygh, Editor5823 Madsen Circle, Oregon, WI 53575email: wmjeditor@wisc-freemasonry.orgPhone 262-965-2200 Ext. 808Advertising Office Phone/FAX 262-965-3979Diane Igl, Advertising Manageremail: diane@wisc-freemasonry.orgRev. David RitchieGrand Chaplainbut also in the Islamic and Baha'i faiths as well. In Islam, Solomon orSulaiman. Sulaiman was the second son <strong>of</strong> Dawud and constructedthe Temple in Jerusalem. He is seen as a major prophet. In the Baha'ifaith Solomon is a minor prophet who brought God's intentions to thepeople <strong>of</strong> his time.The Ark <strong>of</strong> the Covenant which contained the Ten Commandmentsand other relics from the time <strong>of</strong> Moses, had traveled with the people<strong>of</strong> Israel for centuries and was kept in the tabernacle or tent. David,Solomon's father, had promised God to build a structure in which theArk would be stored. God told David that because David had killed somany in battle that not David, but one <strong>of</strong> his sons, would be set uponthe throne <strong>of</strong> Israel and that he would build the temple. That son wasthe twelve year old Solomon, not one <strong>of</strong> his older brothers.Upon David's death Solomon was to be anointed king. One nightGod appeared to the young king in a dream and told Solomon thathe would grant him anything he desired. Solomon's request, “ . . .and I am but a little child; I know not how to go out or come in. Andthy servant is in the midst <strong>of</strong> thy people which thou hast chosen, agreat people, that cannot be numbered nor counted for multitude. Givetherefore thy servant an understanding heart to judge thy people, thatI may discern between good and bad; for who is able to judge this thyso great a people?" His plea for wisdom so pleased God that it wasgranted. Not being for peace, or riches, or military might, or long lifeGod also blessed Solomon with these things as well.Solomon had inherited a great military empire from his father butSolomon's reign was known as one <strong>of</strong> the longest times <strong>of</strong> peace. Wisemen and rulers <strong>of</strong> this time traveled in search <strong>of</strong> knowledge and duringthe reign <strong>of</strong> Solomon they came to Jerusalem. Those who studied thelaw came to observe him pass fair judgement on those who appearedbefore him. Those who studied the heavens and nature came to hiscourt to discuss what had been observed around the known world.Theologians came to his court to discuss religion and philosophy.Rulers from distant lands came to study his rule and the governance<strong>of</strong> his people, the most famous <strong>of</strong> these was the Queen <strong>of</strong> Sheba.Solomon was also a writer. He is credited with multiple volumes <strong>of</strong>verse as well as the “wisdom writings.” These wisdom writings included,the books <strong>of</strong> Proverbs, Song <strong>of</strong> Solomon, and Ecclesiastes, allfound in the Judeo-Christian Sacred Book <strong>of</strong> Laws.After the Temple was completed Solomon began work on hispalace. The Temple taking seven years to complete, his palace wouldtake seventeen. These works provided for a strong trade economy.The strength <strong>of</strong> this strong trade economy lead to many treaties andtrade agreements with not only neighboring countries but also thoseat some distance. The Queen <strong>of</strong> Sheba traveled over 1,000 miles togain wisdom and set up trade. It was during the reign <strong>of</strong> Solomon thatmany <strong>of</strong> the trade routes came through Jerusalem.Solomon cemented many <strong>of</strong> these agreements through marriage,and tradition has it that he had over 700 wives and 300 concubines,most from foreign lands. Solomon was also famous for his horses. Ata time when donkeys and camels were more affordable, more durable,and more practical Solomon owned over 12,000 horses. His stableswere an architectural wonder.Solomon whose plea for wisdom made him great, Solomon whosecourt was a place for the sharing <strong>of</strong> ideas, Solomon the builder <strong>of</strong> thetemple which came to bear his name was a fitting Grand Master <strong>of</strong>our Craft.Advertising rates upon request. Deadline for submission <strong>of</strong>advertising copy is the tenth <strong>of</strong> each month preceding month<strong>of</strong> scheduled publication.PAGE 2 - WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH <strong>2013</strong>
Reedsburg Lodge’s Famous “Chicken Pies”Prove to be Good Fundraiser for the LodgeBy Rich RyghBro. Robert Anderson the originator<strong>of</strong> the famous Masonic“Chicken Pie” and his crew fromReedsburg Lodge No. 79 met atthe United Methodist Churchkitchen and fellowship hall onFeb. 16, to assemble 1,050 <strong>of</strong> thechicken pies.Question: My Question is in boththe 2nd and 3rd degrees when weteach the new brother the Passgrip, we tell him that it should beSyllabled. (1998 Blue Book pg 81line 26 and pg 116 line 7) Wedon’t, we just pronounce it out.Why don’t we syllable it?Bro. LesAnswer: You are taking theabove statement out <strong>of</strong> context. Itis important to read the entire part<strong>of</strong> the ritual referring to these particularmodes <strong>of</strong> recognition. Goback a few lines to line 22 onpage 81 in the FC degree and toline 4 on page 116 in the MM degree.If using the new version <strong>of</strong>the cipher, the part starts on page84, line 32 and ends on page 85,line 2 for the FC degree, and page126, lines 14 through 18 for theMM degree.It is explained in this part <strong>of</strong> theThe chicken pie sales haveproven to be a good fundraisingevent for the lodge going back t<strong>of</strong>all <strong>of</strong> 1993 when Bro. Andersonobtained the recipe for the piesfrom his father. The recipe camefrom a church in Green Bay to hisfather’s church in Kellner, Wis.Bro. Anderson has made changesBro. Eric Hulse works with his son Eli Hulse on the final assemblybefore packaging <strong>of</strong> Reedsburg Lodge’s Famous“Chicken Pies”.Photos by Rich RyghRobert Ross Table Lodge isMay 3, Wear Your JeansEnjoy a terrific barbecue and anevening <strong>of</strong> fellowship at the annualRobert Ross P.M. MemorialBBQ Table Lodge, sponsored by<strong>Wisconsin</strong> Lodge No. 13, at theNorthwest Masonic Center onMay 3. The event will be a barbecueopen to all Masons andfriends <strong>of</strong> Masons. No coats andties allowed, wear your jeans andbring your bib.Bro. Robert Ross, passed awayon October 5, 2005 while he wasthe Master <strong>of</strong> <strong>Wisconsin</strong> LodgeNo. 13. He left behind two youngchildren; all proceeds will be donatedto their education trustfunds. Further individual donationsmay also be made and are greatlyappreciated.Social hour will begin at 6:00p.m. with the opening at 6:30p.m., at the Northwest MasonicCenter, 4315 92nd St.,Wauwatosa.The cost is $20 if received byApril 15, $25 at the door. RSVPto Jason Braatz at 262-939-2985or jason@brehmeragency.com.Checks should be made to <strong>Wisconsin</strong>Lodge No. 13 F. & A. M.Cannons will be for sale at thedoor. Wine and non-alcoholic beverageswill be served.Ask Hiram ?askhiram@wisc-freemasonry.orgritual that these two passes are notdone by syllable unless they aregiven outside <strong>of</strong> the qualificationsspecified. In other words, there isno need to syllable either one, ifthey are given in the lodge or to afamiliar <strong>of</strong>ficer <strong>of</strong> the lodge. Notbeing able to meet those qualifications,would require syllabling.The qualifications specified arealways met, and you will neverhear the passes given by syllablein a <strong>Wisconsin</strong> Lodge, nor will itbe done by syllable at the GrandLodge Annual Communication.The pass is given as it was receivedwhile holding the pass grip<strong>of</strong> the degree at the Altar. This isthe instruction given in the ritual.The password is usually whisperedin the ear when it is given, and itis spoken by the visitor not by theBrother asking for it. You mustalso be assured that the Brotherasking for it is entitled to receiveand fine tuned the recipe over theyears. He says the secret to theflavor is in the herbs and spices inthe gravy. The pies are all meatwith an abundance <strong>of</strong> chicken andgravy and a flaky top crust.The chicken pies were originally9” deep dish pies and served at adinner hosted annually by theLodge. The pies were made on aSaturday and served at their dinneron Sunday. By request extrapies were made to sell to the publicas well, in their biggest yearthey produced and sold 400 <strong>of</strong> thepies.The Brethren decided in 2000to just make and sell the pies andnot host the dinner, and the demandgrew. Bro. Doug Bentleyjoined Bro. Anderson as co-chairmanin 2008. They switched tothe present day 6” deep dish pies,an individual serving, in 2010.Advance orders are taken andmost pies are sold before they aremade. They have quickly sold outthe last two years.The Lodge purchases the ingredientsfrom Reedsburg IGA (VillageMarket). The IGA allows theLodge to use their freezers and allowsthe Lodge to distribute theirorders from the store. The piesare made on a Saturday, quickfrozen and distributed on the followingday.The cost <strong>of</strong> the pies is $4.00 <strong>of</strong>which the Lodge makes a pr<strong>of</strong>it <strong>of</strong>about $1.90. The pr<strong>of</strong>its go towardhigh school scholarships,other charities and Lodge operations.Bro. Doug Bentley proudlydisplays a finished “ChickenPie”. The Brethren produced1050 pies on Saturday, Feb.16 and they were distributedon Sunday Feb. 17.See photos on page 8it, otherwise, syllabling it might bein order.Your question does bring up aninteresting point. <strong>Wisconsin</strong> Masonsare in trouble if they everneed to give the pass by syllable.It is never taught in our lodges orduring degree posting. This is asensitive and private part <strong>of</strong> ourwork so I will not elaborate onhow it is done, but I will recommendto the Grand Lecturer thateducation in this area could bebeneficial and possibly appropriatefor the members <strong>of</strong> the Fraternity.Please send your questions toaskhiram@wisc-freemasonry.orgor mail your question to theGrand Lodge Office, c/o AskHiram, 36275 Sunset Drive,Dousman, WI 53118, and Bro.Hiram will receive them.NOTES FROM THE GRAND LECTURERBy Brother Kenneth C. GorgenMy Brothers,This is a busy time for the lodges and the District Lecturers in attendingand holding schools <strong>of</strong> instruction. I have attended severalschools and have discovered some minor parts<strong>of</strong> the ritual that are not only rarely used, buthave become almost non-existent in ourlodges; almost to the point <strong>of</strong> being so foreignthat it is never learned. Yet, these parts have aplace in the ritual and in the lodge. I’m talkingabout the “purge”, “taking <strong>of</strong> the pass”, andpresenting and retiring the Flag <strong>of</strong> the UnitedStates <strong>of</strong> America.To purge a lodge meeting means to assurethe Master that all Brothers within the tiledlodge room are entitled to be there. Usually theSenior Warden knows all <strong>of</strong> the seatedBrethren, and, therefore, purging is not necessary.But, what about those times when yousee a strange face and just assume he is okay to be in the room.Senior Wardens must be absolutely sure, because the Master iscounting on you. At his installation, the Master <strong>of</strong> the lodge promisedthat no visitors shall be received into his lodge without producingproper credentials and satisfying him as to his privilege tobe there. So Bro. Senior Warden, when he asks for your satisfactionthat all present are entitled to be there, do not say you are satisfiedunless you are 100% sure, and don’t be afraid to say, “I amnot satisfied”. The Master and your fellow lodge brothers are countingon you.If there is an unknown Brother who cannot be vouched for inthe lodge, the cipher explains that a paid up dues card is satisfactorypro<strong>of</strong> for admittance. If no dues card is available or the visitor is anEA or FC, he must be removed from the lodge room for examination.Hopefully there is a knowledgeable Brother in attendance toperform the examination. It does not need to be anything lengthy,but you need to assure yourself that the visitor is a Mason, and alwaysbe courteous assuming that he is a Brother.Another lost part <strong>of</strong> the ritual is the taking <strong>of</strong> the pass. This is afun thing to do in lodge, and it helps refresh the memory <strong>of</strong> aBrother that has been absent for a long period <strong>of</strong> time. Take thepass from the sideliners only after the Senior Warden is satisfiedthat all present are entitled to sit in the lodge, and then the Mastercan commence with the ceremony.The last long lost and almost forgotten ceremony is the presentingand retiring <strong>of</strong> the Flag <strong>of</strong> the United States <strong>of</strong> America. Whata shame that we would not periodically give the Flag the honor itdeserves. I have yet to see a lodge take the initiative to do this onits own. If your lodge does it on a regular basis, my hat’s <strong>of</strong>f to you.Bringing the Flag in with all the Brothers saluting it as it makes itway to the East is something to behold, and retiring it at the end<strong>of</strong> the evening is like laying it to rest until we meet again. What agreat ceremony to honor our symbol <strong>of</strong> freedom! I would like tosee this done at every lodge meeting. It takes little effort to do theceremony properly, and will give a nice kick<strong>of</strong>f to the start <strong>of</strong> themeeting.Practice these three ceremonies as an education program for theevening. Get some <strong>of</strong> the Brothers out <strong>of</strong> the chairs and have themhelp. The more these parts are used, the more they become secondnature to us. The decision to put the three ceremonies into beingpart <strong>of</strong> the schools <strong>of</strong> instruction was originally implemented because<strong>of</strong> the plan to cover all <strong>of</strong> the ritual over a three-year period.I am happy they were included so that we would not lose sight <strong>of</strong>their existence.I was fortunate to be at one school and watch a lodge do an excellentjob <strong>of</strong> bringing in the Flag and retiring it. Yet, at otherschools it was evident that the Brothers did not even try to learnthis important ceremony. It is difficult to bring in the Flag properlywhen the ritual is being held in one hand for reading and at thesame time handling a rod with the other hand.Please note the direction given in the Multiple Letter Cipher. Itis there as an aid to help our Brothers learn the work. It is notmeant to be used as a substitute for performing the work as aMason. Page ii <strong>of</strong> the old and new cipher explain it well with thefollowing admonition:I have watched many <strong>of</strong> our Brothers read directly out <strong>of</strong> the ciphernot only at the schools, but also in lodge meetings, whichmight include copies made in a larger type so it is easier to readfrom the <strong>of</strong>ficer’s station. My Brothers, this is not right and is notwhat was intended when this book was made. Get rid <strong>of</strong> that crutchand memorize the work. You will understand so much more <strong>of</strong> it.Burn or shred those illegal copies and learn the work, and they areillegal copies <strong>of</strong> a copyrighted text. There is a brand new cipherout, which is printed in a much larger type size. Get a copy forstudying only.As always, I encourage you to remain committed to your lodgeand to the ritual. Study it with dedication and devotion to becomea ritual leader and not a ritual reader in your Lodge. Meet thatgoal and you will be a motivating force for new candidates. Mentorthem with fierce abandon. Your lodge will be proud <strong>of</strong> your effortsand then we will all see more Light.Feedback and questions are always welcome.Contact Grand Lecturer Ken Gorgen atgrand_lecturer@wisc-freemasonry.org or 262-691-0859Kenneth C. GorgenGrand Lecturer“This cipher is NOT to be open during ANY portion <strong>of</strong> a Degree,Opening, Closing, or Examination; or at an Official Grand LodgeSchool <strong>of</strong> Instruction unless permitted by the Lecturer. Its use isfor a rehearsal or practice session only”.Support the Businessesthat Advertise in your<strong>Wisconsin</strong> Masonic JournalWISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH <strong>2013</strong> - PAGE 3
Reception for Miss InternationalJob’s Daughters – Emily DyerBy Aliza LewitzkeMiss <strong>Wisconsin</strong> Job’s DaughtersOn January 26, a reception washeld for Miss Emily Dyer, the2012/13 Miss International Job’sDaughter. Emily is from Bethel#76 <strong>of</strong> Bristol, <strong>Wisconsin</strong>. The receptionwas attended by manyguests, including Junior GrandWarden Frank Struble; SupremeGuardian Mrs. RoseMarie Short;Associate Supreme Guardian Mr.Ron Johnson; Supreme BethelHonored Queen Miss GenesisJones, Chairman <strong>of</strong> the Board <strong>of</strong>Trustees for Job’s Daughters InternationalKaren Willard; Supreme5th Messenger BarbaraAnnHolmes, several Past SupremeGuardians and Past AssociateSupreme Guardians, SupremeBethel Officers and Misses fromall over the country. Guests camefrom <strong>Wisconsin</strong>, California, Nevada,Nebraska, Missouri, Illinois,Michigan, Indiana, Idaho and Indiana.The evening began with a socialhour and a silent auction with theproceeds going towards Emily’stravel expenses. A delicious dinnerwas served followed by a program<strong>of</strong> presentations and introductions.Presentations began andwere made by guests as well asEmily’s family. Her family presentedher with two bricks whichwere engraved with her Miss <strong>Wisconsin</strong>Job’s Daughters title anddate and also her Miss InternationalJob’s Daughter title andyear. Both were replicas <strong>of</strong> theones being placed in Nebraska atRhinelander Lodge’s “Walkto Cure Cancer” is May 18The 4th Annual “Walk to CureCancer” returns to the Northwoods,Sat. May 18. Sponsoredby Rhinelander Lodge No. 242,“Walk to Cure Cancer” is a 60mile walk from the RhinelanderMasonic Center to the WausauMasonic Center and is open toanyone. This year the Walk beginsat the Rhinelander Masonic Centeron Davenport St. at noon withregistration beginning at 9:00a.m. All money raised will be donatedto the Rhinelander Relay forLife in support <strong>of</strong> the fight againstCancer.The Walk is open to anyonewho wishes to take part. You canwalk as far as you want. Whetherit’s one mile, 5 miles, 20 miles, orthe full 60 miles, whatever worksfor you. This is not a contest, or arace, it is a family fun event opento all skill levels.Silas H. ShepherdLodge <strong>of</strong> Research No. 1843Invites you to attend the First Stated Meeting <strong>of</strong> <strong>2013</strong>Saturday, <strong>March</strong> 9th at 10:00 a.m.Humphrey Scottish Rite Center790 N. Van Buren St., MilwaukeeHosted by <strong>Freemasons</strong> Lodge No. 363Papers Scheduled forPresentation include:Sacred Geometryand Freemasonrythe Job’s Daughters Headquarters.Mom Cindy Provencher,Grand Guardian <strong>of</strong> <strong>Wisconsin</strong> andDad Reggie Haskins, AssociateGrand Guardian<strong>of</strong> <strong>Wisconsin</strong>presented Emilywith travel fundsfrom the GrandGuardian Council.A poemabout Emily andher journey waswritten and readby Erin Athy,Grand BethelSenior Princess.Emily then hadLunch available in the Double Eagle PubTour <strong>of</strong> the Scottish Rite LibraryFor more information please contact:Frank McKenna, Secretary262-893-1106Emily Dyerthe opportunity to thank thosewho have been important supporters<strong>of</strong> her year thus far. Shehas traveled thousands <strong>of</strong> milessince she was crowned Miss InternationalJob’s Daughter in August.Those travels took her toBrazil, Canada and across theUnited States. She will leaving forAustralia very soon.This wonderful evening concludedwith the announcement <strong>of</strong>the winners <strong>of</strong> the silent auctionfollowed by a dance.We <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Wisconsin</strong> Job’sDaughters world are so very proud<strong>of</strong> Emily and all <strong>of</strong> her accomplishments.She is doing an exemplaryjob representing Job’s Daughtersthroughout the United States andthe world.See additional storyon page 16Your reasons for participating inthe Walk are as unique and specialas the story that motivates you.This is your opportunity to notonly honor cancer survivors andremember people we have lost,but also to raise funds and awarenessto help save lives. Because <strong>of</strong>your support, we are working tocreate a world where cancer can'tclaim another year <strong>of</strong> anyone'slife.To date “Walk to Cure Cancer”has raised more than $17,000 towardthe fight against Cancer.Won't you join us in the fight?For more information, sign-up,or make a donation, visitwww.rhinelanderlodge242.organd click on the Walk to CureCancer link. Or call one <strong>of</strong> thecontact Dave Imlah at 715-892-2392 or Mike England at 715-966-6894.Grand Bethel Exemplification in ManitowocThe Grand Bethel met for their second exemplification <strong>of</strong> the year on February 2 in Manitowoc. Before theexemplification began Job’s Daughters from all over the state participated in a game <strong>of</strong> Jeopardy based onthe new ritual we received last spring. The girls all did a fantastic job knowing some <strong>of</strong> the new changes.The meeting began at 1:30 p.m. and the Initiation Ceremony was performed for a very excited 10 year oldfrom Green Bay. All <strong>of</strong> the girls did a wonderful job knowing their parts and they made the Initiation Ceremonyvery special for the new Jobie. We are very excited to keep <strong>Wisconsin</strong> Jobs Daughters growing. Weare looking forward to seeing many people at Multi-state which will be in Racine on <strong>March</strong> 9. There will bea total <strong>of</strong> four states participating: Minnesota, Michigan, Illinois and <strong>Wisconsin</strong>. It will be a weekend <strong>of</strong> friendship,fun and memories!Submitted by Kelly Engbring, Grand Bethel Honored Queen60 Year Pinsand CertificatesAre available from the GrandLodge Office.Contact Cheryl Martincheryl@wisc-freemasonry.orgor call 262-965-2200 Ext. 800Grand Master’s Testimonial DinnerHonoring Grand MasterDennis V. Siewert andLady NancySaturday, April 27Grand Master Dennis V. SiewertRaised November 20, 1973Theodore Roosevelt Lodge No. 322District 4 Deputy 2000District 7 Deputy 2001 & 2002Grand Marshall 2003-2004Junior Grand Steward 2005-2006Senior Grand Steward 2006-2007Junior Grand Deacon 2007-2008Senior Grand Deacon 2008-2009Junior Grand Warden 2009-2010Senior Grand Warden 2010-2011Deputy Grand Master 2011-2012Elected Grand Master <strong>of</strong> Masons in<strong>Wisconsin</strong>, June 1, 2012Jim Haas Associates, LLC“We Specialize in Past Due Returns”Winona, MN507-452-1189toll free 800-851-1668Rochester, MN 507-289-1012Cocktails at 5:30 p.m.Dinner at 6:30 p.m.Comfort Suites/Rock GardenLarge Grand Ballroom South1951 Bond St., Green Bay, Wis.District 4 Deputy Christian Hirthe – EmceeAnyone wishing to make a presentation please email Bro. Christian Hirthe,at district_deputy4@wisc-freemasonry.org, in advance if possible.Reservations are required andmust be paid for in advance.When making group reservations pleaseinclude a list <strong>of</strong> names.“Your Tax Pr<strong>of</strong>essionals”The Tax Man Cometh– Clip & Mail Reservation Coupon –Grand Master’s Testimonial DinnerSaturday, April 27, <strong>2013</strong>Name: _________________________________________________Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________Phone Number: (____) _____________ Lodge: _______________Contact e-mail: _______________________________________________ Adults @ $30 per person Amount_____ Children @ $8.95 per person Enclosed $___________Note: If making a group reservation, please attach list <strong>of</strong> all names.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Mail this reservation form and check to:Testimonial Dinner – Attn: Christian HirtheN9555 Chadbury Lane, Appleton, WI 54915(Make checks payable to: Grand Lodge <strong>of</strong> <strong>Wisconsin</strong>)Reservations due April 5 – must be paid in advanceWISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH <strong>2013</strong> - PAGE 7
Reedsburg Brethren Assemble Famous “Chicken Pies”Bro. Robert Anderson, originator <strong>of</strong> the famousMasonic “Chicken Pie”.Reedsburg Brethren work to assemble 1050 <strong>of</strong> the famous Masonic “Chicken Pies”. From left:Ken Walter II, Gil Welch, Rodney Seamans and Greg Georgeson.Photos by Rich RyghLabel and baking instructions.See story on page 3A unique secret mixture <strong>of</strong> herbs and spices aremixed into the gravy to produce the special flavor<strong>of</strong> the Masonic “Chicken Pies”.Support your<strong>Wisconsin</strong> Masonic JournalThe Number 1 Source for Reaching the Masons <strong>of</strong> <strong>Wisconsin</strong>Advertise your Lodge’supcomingfund raising events!Contact Diane Iglat262-965-3979diane@wisc-freemasonry.orgPAGE 8 - WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH <strong>2013</strong>
Help support the tradition <strong>of</strong> quality care provided by the <strong>Wisconsin</strong> Masonic Home.The <strong>Wisconsin</strong> Masonic Home, Inc., a 501 (C) (3) Charity, provides quality care to seniors with thehelp <strong>of</strong> your generous contributions. Gifts can come in many forms and with any frequency.Please consider: A cash gift - one time or quarterlyAn annual year-end giftA gift <strong>of</strong> securitiesInclusion <strong>of</strong> the Masonic Home in your estateAn annual gift from your Lodge or ChapterFor more informationand to schedule meetingsand/or a presentation,please contact:Erika L. Miller - Development Officer<strong>Wisconsin</strong> Masonic Charities36275 Sunset Drive,Dousman, WI 53118262.965.2200 Ext: 831erika@wisc-freemasonry.orgYES! I/We want to build the future <strong>of</strong> <strong>Wisconsin</strong> Masonic Home by becoming donors TODAY.My gift <strong>of</strong> __________________ is enclosed.Name: ________________________________________________________________________________Address: _______________________________________________________________________________City: ____________________________________State: __________________ Zip: _____________Phone: ___________________________________E-mail: ______________________________Please contact me about my estate plan.Please contact me about a gift <strong>of</strong> securities800.848.5306•262.965.2111www.threepillars.org •Dousman, WIWISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH <strong>2013</strong> - PAGE 9
Lodges Install Officers for <strong>2013</strong>Colins-Spring Valley Lodge No. 192Decora Lodge No. 177Officers for <strong>2013</strong> were recently installed at Decora Lodge No. 177, Galesville. Seated(from left): Garland Smith, pro tem for Ronald Myskewitz, Junior Warden; Charles Miller,Secretary; Dave Woyicki, Master; and Steve Wright, Senior Warden. Back row: Fred Café,Tiler; Lee Drandstveit, Chaplin and Installing Master; John Brophy, Senior Deacon; ChrisPeterson, Junior Deacon; Howard Turk, Installing Marshal; and Jim Kline, Treasurer.Submitted by Chris Petersen, Junior DeaconThe <strong>2013</strong> Officers <strong>of</strong> Collins-Spring Valley Lodge No. 192, Baldwin, were recently installed.Front row (from left): District 2 Lecturer Harold Christenson; Past Master RalphThompson, Installing Marshal; Larry Wiegand, Senior Warden; David Griffith, Master;John Miller, Senior Warden; Past Master Sky Ofstie, Installing Master; and Area AdministratorSteven Schwartz. Second row: Jeremy Fussy, Junior Deacon; Roger Keller, SeniorDeacon; David Jacobson, Treasurer; Jay Custer, Secretary; and Terry Blaedorn, SeniorSteward.Submitted by Bro. John Miller, Senior WardenUnion Grove Lodge No. 288Union Grove Lodge No. 288 Officers for <strong>2013</strong> were installed on Jan. 5. by District 11Deputy Wayne A. Budwick Front row (from left): District 11 Deputy Wayne Budwick;Tom Wampler, Senior Warden; Steve Knight Master; Chris Foreman, Junior Warden;and George Winget, Chaplain and Trustee. Back row: Skip Kovach, Secretary/Treasurer;Jack Nelson, Installing Chaplain; and Robert LeFebve, Washburn Lodge No. 145, InstallingMarshal. Not pictured: Clinton Cagle, Senior Deacon; Richard McNabb, JuniorDeacon; and Andrew Abbott, Tiler.Union Grove Temple TopicsSouth Shore Lodge No. 3South Shore Lodge No. 3, South Milwaukee, held it's installation <strong>of</strong> Officers on January12, at the Lake Masonic Center in Milwaukee. The young ladies <strong>of</strong> Bethel 6 <strong>of</strong> Milwaukee<strong>of</strong> the Job's Daughters International presented the Living Cross after the installation. Frontrow (from left): Erin Athy; Colleen Athy; Miranda Campagna; Annalise Ross; Tyler Fons,Honored Queen; Grace Mildebrandt; Meagan Bertram; Elly Bingheim; and Jenni Leu.Second row: Byron Borck, Counselor; Mike Neldner, Junior Warden; Alan Edlebeck, Master;James Goodman III, Senior Warden; and Pedro Acosta, Chaplain. Back row: PaulPeck, Senior Steward; Larry Neldner, Tiler; James Goodman Jr., Secretary/Treasurer;and Gene Hass, Junior Deacon.Submitted by Bro. James Goodman Jr., Past MasterLodi Valley Lodge No. 99Lodi Valley Lodge No. 99 Officers for <strong>2013</strong>. Front row (from left): Scott Anderson, SeniorDeacon; Greg Flanagan, Senior Warden; Nathan Gindt, Master; Karl Markgraf, JuniorWarden; Andrew H<strong>of</strong>fman, Junior Deacon; and Russell Hunt, Secretary. Back row: CalvinCramer, Treasurer; Richard Pribbenow, Tiler; Marvin Oyen, Chaplain; Seth Markgraf,Senior Steward; and Christian Porter, Junior Steward.Submitted by Bro. Cal Cramer, TreasurerSupport the<strong>Wisconsin</strong> Masonic Soccer FoundationContact Erika Miller, Development Officererika@wisc-freemasonry.org262-965-2200, ext. 831Omro Lodge No. 168Omro Lodge No. 168 Officers for <strong>2013</strong> were installed on Dec. 10, 2012. First row (fromleft): Past Grand Master Roger L. Magoon, Installing Master; Jerry Potter, Master; andPast Grand Master Bruce S. Sim, Installing Marshal. Second row; J. Pat Storrs, SeniorWarden; Don Hunke, Senior Deacon; Christopher James, Junior Deacon; and LarryWright, Secretary/Treasurer.Submitted by Bro. Jerry Potter, MasterPAGE 10 - WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH <strong>2013</strong>
StaffMeetingfrom page 1stressed that Harmony is thestrength and support <strong>of</strong> all institutionsmore especially <strong>of</strong> ours.Grand Lecturer Kenneth Gorgenconducted a school <strong>of</strong> instructionon the closing the 169thAnnual Communication using the<strong>of</strong>ficial titles <strong>of</strong> the <strong>of</strong>ficers.Grand Master Siewert stressedthe importance <strong>of</strong> audits beingdone within the lodges and the importance<strong>of</strong> the financial committeeto at least review theexpenditures <strong>of</strong> the lodges – a financialreview.Breakout sessions <strong>of</strong> the ExecutiveCommittee, District Deputiesand the Planning Committee wereheld in the afternoon.The staff meeting reconvened inlate afternoon for a wrap up <strong>of</strong>the breakout sessions.District 4 Deputy Christian M.Hirthe reported on the DistrictDeputies breakout session. He reportedsome <strong>of</strong> the things the DistrictDeputies discussed were theweekly emails to the lodges whichare working out well and will becontinued and they discussed handlingthe leads for new membersreceived from the Grand Lodgewebsite. The District Deputies arealso requesting any changes madein the point standings when theLEA forms are evaluated be forwardedto the Deputies so theycan notify the lodges before theAnnual Communication.Reports were also given by theExecutive and Planning Committees.The District Deputies each gavea report on their districts. There isa good group <strong>of</strong> young candidatescoming in and there continues tobe a lot <strong>of</strong> degree work. Mostlodges are very active in communityactivities and fund raisers. Attendanceat district meetings isgood in some districts and needsimprovement in others. All lodgesare expected to be represented attheir district meeting. Schools <strong>of</strong>instructions are going well andsome lodges are asking for additionalschools.Grand Lecturer Kenneth Gorgenreported on the entries comingin for the DegreeCompetition. The deadline is<strong>March</strong> 1 and when all the entriesare in he will announced the location<strong>of</strong> the competition.The Grand Master thanked theOfficers for their time and givingup their weekend to attend themeetings.Grand Master VisitsFlorida and ArizonaGrand Master Dennis V. Siewertand his lady Nancy, along withGrand Secretary Michael A. De-Wolf, PGM, recently visitedBrethren residing in Florida andArizona.They met with Brethren andtheir ladies in Fort Myers andSafety Harbor, Florida, Jan. 10and 11; and Sun City West andMesa, Arizona, Feb. 7 and 8..Grand Secretary Michael A. De-Wolf, PGM, gave a presentationon the <strong>Wisconsin</strong> Masonic Charities.Grand Master Dennis V. Siewertspoke on the state <strong>of</strong> Freemasonryin <strong>Wisconsin</strong>.Brethren and ladies meet at the Arizona Golf Resort in Mesa.Bro. Rick Gustafson, Past Grand Master Charles E. White andGrand Master Dennis V. Siewert have a discussion.Past Grand Master James H. Olson greets Grand Secretary <strong>of</strong>Arizona, Bro. W.E. “Bill” Robertson.We invite you to visit with us!Day-LiteLodgeNo. 358The First and FriendliestDay-Lite Lodgein <strong>Wisconsin</strong>If you no longer wish to drive to Lodge at night.Visit us during Day-Lite hours.We meet on the First and ThirdMonday <strong>of</strong> the month at 9:30 a.m.C<strong>of</strong>fee ready at 9:00 a.m.There is social time after the stated meeting with aLunch at 11:30 a.m.Second shifters who miss going to Lodge arewelcome to join us!We meet at theWest Allis Masonic Center7515 W. National AvenueWest Allis, Wis.Contact Bro. John Chadderdonfor more details1-414-421-9624E-mail your submissions to wmjeditor@wisc-freemasonry.org. • • • !"• #Randall MundtOwner/PresidentCall us toll-free: 888-317-2794www.cremationsociety-wi.comI am interested in receiving a no-obligation informational brochure:Name: _______________________________________________Address:_____________________________________________First Lady Nancy Siewert addressesthe ladies.Photos by Bro. Mike FolkerEmail yourLodge news towmjeditor@wisc-freemasonry.org.City/State/Zip:________________________________________I am interested in pre-planning and would like you to contact me:Phone:_______________________________________________Attn: Randall MundtWISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH <strong>2013</strong> - PAGE 11
Lodges Install Officers for <strong>2013</strong>Geneva Lodge No. 44Officers for <strong>2013</strong> for Geneva Lodge No. 44, Lake Geneva. Front row (from left): WayneDaemicke; Steve Kramer, Trustee; Jan Talaga, Senior Warden; Richard VanDeSande,Past Master; Keith Redell, Master; Frank Chessen, Junior Warden; John Wozniak, Secretary;and Grand Secretary Michael A. DeWolf, PGM, Installing Master. Second row:Area Administrator Paul Tourville, Installing Chaplain; Bob Grohall, Senior Deacon; DonRedell, Junior Deacon; Dick Redell, Tiler and Trustee; Mike Burnham; Jan F. Talaga, InstallingMarshal.Submitted by Bro. Robert L. Grohall, Senior DeaconLaflin-St. James Lodge No. 247Installation <strong>of</strong> <strong>2013</strong> Officers for Laflin-St. James Lodge No. 247. From left: JoeLewandowski, Senior Deacon; David Koch, Junior Deacon; Rich Scanlan, Junior Warden;Patrick Richards, Senior Warden; Rob Koch, Master; Bob Brown, Senior Steward; OwenWilliams, Chaplain; Dick Stevens, Tiler; and Roy Hubler, Secretary/Treasurer.Submitted by Bro. Dick Stevens, TilerShell Lake-Spooner Lodge No. 221Shell Lake-Spooner Lodge No. 221 held their installation <strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficers on Dec. 18. FrontRow (from left): Brad Pederson, Senior Deacon; District 1 Deputy Paul S. Huber, InstallingMarshal; Gary Cusky, Chaplain; Robert O'Dell, Master; Junior Grand Deacon L. ArbyHumphrey, Installing Master, Greg Olson, Installing Chaplain. Back row: Steve Anderson,Senior Warden; Gerald Winch, Senior Steward; Bob Scheff, Junior Warden; Scott Smith,Secretary/Treasurer; and David Wilson, Tiler. Not pictured: Robert Kending, Junior Deacon.Submitted by Bro. Steve Anderson, Senior WardenMilwaukee-Harmony Lodge No. 261The Officers <strong>of</strong> Milwaukee-Harmony Lodge No. 261 were installed on January 19 byBro. Lowell Scott, Installing Master; and Junior Grand Steward Robert Strader, InstallingMarshal. First row (from left): Charles Wallens, Treasurer; Tyler Sattler, Junior Deacon;Ted Sattler, Tiler; Blaine Goldner, Junior Steward; Barry Hersh, Senior Steward; and JackWeimer, Chaplain. Second row: Mark Pachefsky, Organist; and Steven Meyerson, JuniorDeacon. Third row: Andrew Pachefsky,Senior Warden; Louis Plotkin, Master; MichaelHersh, Junior Warden; and Lowell Scott, Secretary.Submitted by Bro. Lowell Scott, SecretaryElmbrook Lodge No. 354Middleton-Ionic Lodge No. 180The <strong>of</strong>ficers <strong>of</strong> Middleton-Ionic Lodge No. 180 for <strong>2013</strong> were installed by Bro. DanielBurkeland, Installing Master and Bro. Jeffery Little, Installing Marshal, on December 8,at the Middleton Masonic Center. Front row (from left): Wellington Amaral, Senior Deacon;and John Ertl, Senior Warden. Second row: Mark Christie, Junior Warden; Jeffery Burnig,Master; Scott Ulrich, Tiler; and Ronald Riggs, Senior Steward. Back row: Harold Meyer,Chaplain; Clarence C. Olson, Junior Steward; Wilbur J. Zemlicka, Secretary; Jason Statz,Treasurer; and Samuel Ferguson, Counselor.Submitted by Past Master Wilbur Zemlicka, SecretarySend your questions about Freemasonry to:askhiram@wisc-freemasonry.org.Officers for <strong>2013</strong> for Elmbrook Lodge No. 354. Front row (from left): Rick Miller; NickHeinze, Junior Warden; Thomas Farkas, Master; Jason Heinze, Senior Warden; andGrand Secretary Michael A. DeWolf, PGM, Installing Master. Back row: James Stoebe,Organist and Trustee; Pat Militzer; Curt Campagna; Dave West, Secretary/Treasurer;and Ron May, Junior Deacon.Submitted by Bro. Thomas Farkas, MasterMasonic Quotes“We represent a fraternity which believes in justice and truth and honorable action in yourcommunity…men who are endeavoring to be better citizens…[and] to make a great countrygreater. This is the only institution in the world where we can meet on the level allsorts <strong>of</strong> people who want to live rightly.”Harry S. TrumanPresident <strong>of</strong> the United States169th Annual CommunicationMadison Masonic Center, June 7 & 8, <strong>2013</strong>PAGE 12 - WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH <strong>2013</strong>
Ozaukee’s Master’s FeastBro. David Tainter, planner,chef, greeter and emcee, providedan unforgettable evening<strong>of</strong> fun and good food.Bro. Randy Thorman enjoys thefellowship.DeMolay Carl Harris conducts the Boar’s Head Procession.At left: Bro. Erwin Wuehr photographs the Feast for theLodge newsletter.West Bend DeMolays and Port Washington Job’s Daughters Bethel 60, servedthe Feast. They pose for photos for District 10 Lecturer J. Patrick Storrs andBro. Randy Thorman.The lodge room was packed and everyone enjoyed the mealand fellowship.The youngest attendee, nine monthold Joshua Brath, enjoys the attentionfrom his aunt, Christine Stankus. Heis held by his grandfather, Bro. TimTainter.Juggler Pr<strong>of</strong>essor Pinkerton entertainsduring the Feast.Photos by Rich RyghWISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH <strong>2013</strong> - PAGE 13
AdamsAdams Lodge No. 332148 S. Grant • 608-403-1954 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7 p.m.Dark January & FebruaryAlbanyAlbany Lodge No. 36205 N. Water St. • 608-862-3227Meet 3rd Wed., 7:00 p.m.Dark July & AugustAntigoAntigo Lodge No. 231645 7th Ave.Meet 2nd Monday, 7 p.m.Dark July & AugustAppletonWaverly Lodge No. 51315 S. Bluemound Dr. • 920-738-92201st & 3rd Tues., 7 p.m., 4th Tues.6:30 p.m. Education, www.waverly51.orgArgyleArgyle Lodge No. 178104 E. Milwaukee St. • 608-523-4714Meet 2nd Thursday, 7:30 p.m.Meets All YearAshlandAncient Landmark No. 210220 6th Ave. W. • 715-682-2906Meet 1st Wed., 7:00 p.m.Dark January & FebruaryBaldwinCollins-Spring Valley Lodge 192790 Main St. • 715-928-0001 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7 p.m.Dark June, July & AugustBarabooBaraboo Lodge No. 34108 Second Ave. • 608-477-3289Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m.Meets All YearBarnesBarnes Lodge No. 365Cty. Hwy. N • 715-372-5425 (Sec)Meet 2nd Tues. 7:00 p.m.Dark January & FebruaryBarneveldBarneveld Lodge No. 319108 S. Jones St. • 608-445-0445 (Sec)Meet 2nd Tuesday, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustBayfieldBayfield-Washburn Lodge No. 21529 N. 2nd Street • 715-747-6965 (Sec)Meet Monthly, 1st Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.Meets All YearBeaver DamDodge County Lodge No. 721212 DeClark St • 920-885-2628Meet 3rd Monday, Dinner at 6 p.m.Meeting at 7 p.m. Dark June-Aug.BeloitMorning Star Lodge No. 10229 W. Grand Ave. • 608-362-0422Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m.Meets All YearBerlinBerlin Lodge No. 38124 E. Huron St. • 920-361-9774Meets 7 p.m. 2nd & 4th Weds. Jan.- Oct., andat 7 p.m. 2nd Wednesday, Nov. & Dec.Dark July & AugustBlack EarthCrescent Valley Lodge No. 971020 Mills St. • 608-795-4484 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m.Dark July & AugustBlack River FallsBlack River Lodge No. 74314 Main Street • 715-896-0329Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustBloomerBloomer Lodge No. 2812122 16th Ave. • 715-568-5152Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7 p.m.Dark January & FebruaryBristolWashburn Lodge No. 1458102 - 199th Ave.Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.Meets All YearBrodheadBicknell Lodge No. 94302 1st Center Ave. • 608-897-8069Meets 2nd Monday, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustBrookfieldElmbrook Lodge No. 3544550 N. Pilgrim Rd. • 262-549-0923Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesday, 7 p.m.Meets All YearBrookfieldMcKinley Lodge No. 3074550 N. Pilgrim Rd. • 262-781-9907Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustStated Communicationsfor the Traveling Mason in <strong>Wisconsin</strong>BrookfieldMyron Reed No. 2974550 N Pilgrim Rd. • 262-780-0176Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July and AugustBurlingtonBurlington Lodge No. 28325 N. Kane St. • 262-763-6290Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustCambridgeSocial Lodge No. 245105 S. Spring St. • 608-423-7081Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m.www.social245.org • Meets All YearCamp DouglasCamp Douglas Lodge No. 272211 Main St. • 608-427-6542 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.Meets All YearCecilMason-Woods Lodge No. 368N6446 Emery Ansorge Rd • 715-745-2943 (Sec) • 1st & 3rd Tues., 10 a.m.Dark January & FebruaryCedarburgVictory Lodge No. 320504 W. Grand Ave., Port Washington262-375-2931 (Sec) • 2nd Mon. 6:30p.m. • Dark July & AugustChetekChetek Lodge No. 277216 Morrison St. • 715-924-4245 (Sec)Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7 p.m.Dark June, July & AugustChippewa FallsChippewa Falls Lodge No. 176650 Bridgewater Ave. • 715-723-6341Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustClear LakeClear Lake Lodge No. 230411 Third Ave. • 715-263-31014th Mondays, 7:30 p.m.Meets All YearClintonvilleClintonville Lodge No. 197N4435 Hwy D • 715-754-5250Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7:30 p.m.Dark January, February & <strong>March</strong>ColumbusColumbus Lodge No. 75318 N. Ludington St. • 920-623-3524(Sec) • Meet 2nd Monday, 7 p.m.Dark June-AugustCrandonCrandon Lodge No. 287118 S. Lake Ave. • 715-616-2394 (Sec)Meet 2nd Tues. Apr.-June & Sept.-Dec.Meets 4th Tues. Mar.-May & July-Oct.CrivitzTri-County Daylite Lodge No. 218918 Louisa St. • Sec. 715-927-8585Meet 2nd Wednesday 10:00 a.m.Meets All YearDarlingtonEvening Star Lodge No. 64433 Wells St. • 608-776-4213 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.Meets All YearDelavanSouthern Lakes Lodge No. 121007 S. 2nd St., 7 p.m. • 262-728-1630Meet 2nd & 4th Mon. Jan.-June & Sept.-Nov., 4th Mon. July-Aug. 1st Mon. Dec.DodgevilleDodgeville Lodge No. 119200 W. Chapel St. • 608-574-8505Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.Meets All YearDousmanDousman Lodge No. 315214 N. Main St. • 414-429-5981Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.3rd Tuesday only July & AugustDousmanGlen L. Humphrey Lodge No. 364375 State Rd. 67 • 262-965-7390Meet 2nd Tuesday, 9:30 a.m.Dark in JuneDurandDurand-Pepin Lodge No. 149203 W. Main St. • 715-672-8278 (Sec)Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustEagle RiverEagle River Lodge No. 248610 E. Division • 715-891-0458Meet 2nd Tuesday, 7 p.m.Meets All YearEau ClaireEau Claire Lodge No. 112616 Graham Ave. • 715-530-4469 (Sec.)715-579-4439 (Master)2nd & 4th Tues., 7:30 p.m., All YearEau ClaireGeorge B. Wheeler Lodge No. 351616 Graham Ave. • 715-832-8738Meet 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 7 p.m.Dark July & AugustEau ClaireSanctuary Lodge No. 347616 Graham Ave. • 715-318-1214Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, dinner 6 p.m.,meeting at 7 p.m. Dark July & AugustEdgertonFulton Lodge No. 69312 W. Fulton St.• 608-884-4250Meets 1st Wednesday, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustEllsworthHancock Lodge No. 229400 High Point Dr. • 715-273-4339Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark in JulyEvansvilleUnion Lodge No. 32104 W. Main St. • 608-882-6087 (Sec)Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustFennimoreFennimore Lodge No. 2162025 12th St. • 608-822-4129Meet 2nd & 4th Wed. 7:30 p.m.Dark January & FebruaryFlorenceHiram D. Fisher Lodge No. 222433 Central Ave. • 715-696-6308Meet 2nd Wed., 6:30 p.m.Meets All YearFond du LacFond du Lac Lodge No. 26500 W. Arndt St. • 920-922-6012Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m.Dark July and AugustFredericLandmark Lodge No. 244109 United Way • 715-472-4174 (Sec).Meet 2nd Tuesdays, 7 p.m.Meets All YearFriendshipQuincy Lodge No. 71210 Main St. • 608-853-1768 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7 p.m.Dark July & AugustGalesvilleDecora Lodge No. 17716794 S. Main St. • 608-582-4130 (Sec)Meets 1st & 3rd Mondays, 8 p.m.Dark July & August, 1st Mon. Sept.GraftonVictory Lodge No. 320504 W. Grand Ave., Port Washington414-659-5205, Meet 2nd & 4th Mon.,6:30 p.m. Dark June-AugustGreen BayDes Peres Lodge No. 85525 N. Taylor • 920-865-7637Meet 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m.Dark July & AugustGreen BayN.E.W. Daylite Lodge No. 360535 N. Taylor St. • 920-371-8441Meet 2nd Thursday, 10 a.m.Dark July & AugustGreen BayTheodore Roosevelt Lodge 322525 N. Taylor St. • 920-490-9777Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m.Dark July & Aug., www.roosevelt322.comGreen BayWashington Lodge No. 21525 N. Taylor St.• 920-499-7265Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m.Dark July & AugustGreenfieldDamascus Lodge No. 2901235 E. Howard Ave • 262-853-5631Meet 2nd Tues., Spec. 4th Tues. 7 p.m.Dark July & AugustHartfordHartford Lodge No. 120147 N. Rural St. • 414-397-8232Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7 p.m.Meets All YearHaywardKeystone Lodge No. 26310629 Main St. • 715-634-8735 (Sec)Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7 p.m.Dark July & AugustHustisfordNeosho-Mayville-Horicon No. 108128 E. Anthony St., Hustisford414-975-0516 • 1st & 3rd Tues. 7:30Dark July & AugustHudsonSt. Croix Lodge No. 56209 Locust Street • 715-377-0817Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustIron RiverAncient Landmark No. 2107575 West Mill St. • 715-685-44261st Wed., 7 p.m., Dark Jan. & Feb.bmarriott7@gmail.comJanesvilleJanesville-Western Star No. 552322 E. Milwaukee St. • 608-752-3098Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7:30 p.m.Meets All YearJeffersonJefferson County Lodge No. 9617 Masonic Blvd. • 920-674-6715Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:00 p.m.Meets All YearKenoshaKenosha Lodge No. 474320 Washington Rd. • 262-287-9878Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m.Meets All YearKenoshaSunrise Lodge No. 3594320 Washington Rd. • 262-694-7817Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 9:30 a.m.Dark July & AugustKenoshaUnity Lodge No. 3674320 Washington Rd. • 262-657-5575Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m.Dark 3rd Thurs., July & AugustLa CrosseFrontier-Badger Lodge No. 45118 S. 8th St. • 608-782-1616Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7 p.m.Dark July & AugustLa CrosseLa Crosse Masonic Lodge No. 190118 8th Street So. • 608-782-1616Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7 p.m.Meets All YearLadysmithMystic Tie Lodge No. 280705 E. 3rd St. N. • 715-532-7696 (Sec)Meets 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7 p.m.Meets All YearLake GenevaGeneva Lodge No. 44335 S. Lake Shore Dr. • 262-949-8523Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustLindenLinden Lodge No. 206618 Main St. • 608-623-2143 (Sec)Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 8 p.m.Dark July & AugustLodiLodi Valley Lodge No 99114 First St. • 608-592-7111 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:30 p.m.Dark AugustLone RockFranklin Lodge No. 16227 S. Oak St. • 608-583-4303 (Sec)Meet 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 8 p.m.Meets All YearMadisonBenjamin Franklin Lodge No. 83Visitors call ahead 608-438-1648Weds., stated 2nd, guest/brother meet 4th.www.franklin83.org • Dark July & AugustMadisonCommonwealth Lodge No. 325301 <strong>Wisconsin</strong> Ave. • 608-271-55741st Wed. Ashlar Night & Stated 3rd Wed.,7:00 p.m.. Meets All YearMadisonDoric Lodge No. 35685 S. Stoughton Rd. • 608-839-4861(Sec) • Meet 1st & 3rd Tues., 7 p.m.Meets All YearMadisonFour Lakes Daylite Lodge No. 362301 <strong>Wisconsin</strong> Ave. • 608-831-8947Meets 1st Mon. - 2nd Mon. if 1st is holidaywknd., 10 a.m. Meets All YearMadisonHiram Lodge No. 50310 <strong>Wisconsin</strong> Ave. • 608-209-4312Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:30 p.mDark 1st Mondays, July thru SeptemberMadisonMadison Lodge No. 5301 <strong>Wisconsin</strong> Ave. • 262-903-3770Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark 1st Thursday July & AugustManawaManawa Lodge No. 82520 N. Bridge St. • 920-596-2476Meet 2nd & 4th Mon., Dinner 6 p.m.,meeting 7 p.m., Dark July & AugustManitowocManitowoc Lodge No. 65810 Chicago St. • 920-793-3473 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustMarinetteMarinette Lodge No. 1821610 Main St. • 715-735-3515Meet 1st Thursday, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustMarshfieldMarshfield Lodge No. 224402 W. 4th St. • 715-384-8646Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7 p.m.Meets All YearMaustonNorthern Light Lodge No. 81211 E. State St. • 608-548-4156Meet 1st Thurs., Mauston, 3rd Thurs.rotates, 7:30 p.m. Dark July & AugustMedfordMedford Lodge No. 217150 S. Seventh St. • 715-748-6909 (Sec)Meet 2nd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark January & FebruaryMenomonieMenomonie Lodge No. 164N5729 - 410th St. • 715-235-2667Meet 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustMercerHurley Lodge No. 2375189 N. Harper • 715-904-0400Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark December thru <strong>March</strong>MerrillVirginia Falls Lodge No. 226916½ E. Main St. • 715-675-3440Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m.Dark June, July & AugustMerrillanMerrillan Lodge No. 279105 S. Main Street • 715-333-5643 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7 p.m.Dark January, February & <strong>March</strong>MiddletonMiddleton-Ionic Lodge No. 1807409 Franklin Ave. • 608-831-4418Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustMiltonMilton Lodge No. 161508 Vernal Avenue • 608-931-4656Meets 4th Tuesday, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustMilwaukeeDamascus Lodge No. 2901235 E. Howard Ave. • 262-853-5631(Sec) • Meet 2nd & 4th Tues., Dinner6 p.m., Lodge at 7 • Dark July & AugustMilwaukeeDay-lite Lodge No. 3587515 W. National Ave. • 414-257-9450Meet 1st & 3rd MondaysDark July & AugustMilwaukee<strong>Freemasons</strong> Lodge No. 363790 N. Van Buren St. • 414-659-52051st Wed., 5:30 p.m. Degrees 3rd Wed.,5:30 p.m. Meets All YearMilwaukeeJames M. Hays Lodge No. 331790 N. Van Buren • 414-774-0366 (Sec)Meet 1st Mondays, 6:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustMilwaukeeLafayette Lodge No. 265790 N. Van Buren St. • 414-541-7139Meets 2nd Tuesday, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustMilwaukeeLake Lodge No. 1891235 E. Howard Ave. • 414-744-4609Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7 p.m.Meets All YearMilwaukeeMilwaukee-Harmony No. 2614315 N. 92nd St. • 414-961-11331st & 3rd Tues. 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustMilwaukeeNathan Hale Lodge No. 350790 N. Van Buren • 414-421-6493Meet 1st & 3rd Thursday, 7 p.m.Meets All YearMineral PointMineral Point Lodge No. 1304 High St.Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:30 p.m.Dark 1st Mon. Jan.-<strong>March</strong> & July-Sept.MinocquaIsland City Lodge No. 3307529 Hwy 51 South • 715-277-2810(Sec.) • Meet 1st Wednesday, 10 a.m.Meets All YearMondoviBuffalo River Lodge No. 252245 S. Franklin • 715-797-3261 (Sec)Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustMonroeSmith Lodge No. 311613-1/2 Tenth St. • 608-558-9987 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.Dark June, July & AugustMosineeMosinee Lodge No. 318607 13th St. • 715-693-2007Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m.Dark June July & AugustMukwonagoLaflin-St. James Lodge No. 247206 S. Main St. • 262-642-9717Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m.Dark July & AugustNeenahAppleton Lodge No. 349241 E. <strong>Wisconsin</strong> Ave. • 920-731-7355Meet 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 7 p.m.Dark July & AugustNeenah/MenashaTwin Cities Lodge No. 61241 E. <strong>Wisconsin</strong> Ave. • 920-722-3611Meets 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7 p.m.Dark August & SeptemberNew DiggingsOlive Branch Lodge No. 626750 Cty. Rd. W • 608-965-3122 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark January & FebruaryNew GlarusNew Glarus Lodge No. 310207 6th Avenue • 608-527-2583 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark June, July & AugustNew HolsteinCalumet Lodge No. 1722019 Washington St.• 920-894-2745 (Sec)Meet 2nd & 4th Monday, 7:00 p.m.Meets All YearNew LisbonJuneau Lodge No. 103302 S. Adams St. • 608-547-7719(Sec) • Meet 2nd Thurs. 7:30 p.m.Dark January & FebruaryNew RichmondNew Richmond Lodge No. 195119 E. 2nd St. • 715-246-2144Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m.Dark June, July & AugustNeoshoNeosho-Mayville-Horicon No. 108315 E. Anthony St., Hustisford • 262-818-1374, 1st & 3rd Tues, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustOconomowocOconomowoc-Hartland Lodge 42307 N. Lake Road • 262-567-9898Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m.3rd Wednesdays, July & AugustOcontoPine Lodge No. 188513 Superior Ave. • 920-604-2826Meet 2nd Wednesday, 7:30 p.m.Dark December & JanuaryLodge Listings are continued on page 15PAGE 14 - WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH <strong>2013</strong>
Camp Douglas Lodge EstablishesMemorial to Bro. Tom TourvilleSemi-trailer honoring Bro. Tom Tourville, operated bySparhawk Trucking, <strong>Wisconsin</strong> Rapids.The Brothers <strong>of</strong> Camp DouglasLodge are organizing a tribute toBro. Tom Tourville for his devotionand hard work for the Lodges<strong>of</strong> District 5 as well as the MasonicFraternity throughout the State <strong>of</strong><strong>Wisconsin</strong>. He assisted the lodgemany times when they neededhelp, helped organize the annualCamp Douglas Outdoor Lodge,and was instrumental in the creation<strong>of</strong> the Interstate Lodges Annualtable Lodge.This memorial consists <strong>of</strong> asemi-trailer that advertises theShriners Hospitals, and will havea picture <strong>of</strong> Brother Tom on it, accompaniedwith an appropriatemessage. The semi-trailer, operatedby Sparhawk Trucking from<strong>Wisconsin</strong> Rapids, will be one <strong>of</strong>tion beginning at 9:00 a.m. The location has not been determined at this timeand will depend on the locations <strong>of</strong> the lodges participating.11 Columbus Lodge No. 75, Masonic Shoot. Columbus Sportsman Club, 1:30p.m.-5:00 p.m. All invited, bring a friend. “Top Gun” prize for timed steel targetshoot. A certified firearms instructor will be on the range. Bring your own gun andammunition. Columbus Sportsman’s Association, W10924 Breyer Rd., Columbus,www.csa12.com. Contact Bro. Schultz at 920-382-4911.18 Camp Douglas Lodge 272, Fourth Annual Outdoor Lodge. Target Bluff GermanHaus, Camp Douglas. Registration, rolls, and c<strong>of</strong>fee at 8:00 am. Opening at9:00 am. Lunch following the final conferral, in the restaurant. $10 per person,pay when you register. Contact Bro. Leo Clark, 608-372-5110 or Bro. Rolf Kurandt,608-427-6542, or email target@mwt.net.18 4th Annual Walk for Dyslexia-Madison at Vilas Park, Madison. For more informationvisit www.walkfordyslexiamadison.org or contact Gail Piper atgailpiper6@aol.com or Dale Holmen at 608-241-4751.18 Rhinelander Lodge No. 242 4th Annual “Walk to Cure Cancer”. Beginningat the Rhinelander Masonic Center, registration at 9:00 a.m., Walk begins atnoon.Go to www.rhinelanderlodge242.org or call Dave Imlah at 715-892-2392 orMike England at 715-966-6894. See story on page 7.JUNE7-8 169th Annual Communication, Madison Masonic Center.15 Middleton-Ionic Lodge No. 180, Roast Pig and Rib Dinner, 1:00 p.m., $10per person. Middleton Masonic Center, 7409 Franklin Ave., Middleton. For moreinformation contact Bro. Jeff Breunig at 608-217-7890.AUGUST24 Fourth Annual Sportsmen’s Shoot, Camp Douglas Lodge 272. Registration,rolls, and c<strong>of</strong>fee at 8:00 a.m., at Tomah-Warrens Sportsmen’s Alliance,26143 Broadway Ave., Warrens. A 25-target Five-Stand and 25-target SkeetShoot in the morning at TWSA, followed by a 50-target Sporting Clays in the afternoon,at Woods and Meadow Hunting Preserve, N4335 Potter Rd., Warrens.$20 for skeet and $20 for sporting clays; pay when you register. Lunch providedat Woods and Meadow. Contact Bro. Chuck Huffman, at 608-378-3325 or 608-315-0056, or trkhuff@aol.com, or Bro. Rolf Kurandt, Sec.-Treas., at 608-427-6542 or target@mwt.net.SEPTEMBER30 12th Annual Hunters Night, 5:30 pm, Target Bluff German Haus, CampDouglas. Tickets $60 per person. To reserve tickets, contact Camp DouglasLodge No. 272, c/o Bro. Rolf Kurandt, Treasurer, 208 State Road 12/16, CampDouglas, WI 54618 or call 608-427-6542, email target@mwt.net. Deadline forreservations is Sep. 16.OCTOBERabout 28 that Sparhawk drives nationwide.It is estimated that100,000 people see these trailersdaily. The paint job on the semitrailerwill last seven years.The cost to do this is about$2000.00. The Lodge hopes toraise this amount from lodges inthe district. They already havecontributions from several lodges.All monies received above thetotal needed will be donated to theShriners Hospital for Children –Twin Cities, in Bro. Tom’s name.Please make checks payable to:Camp Douglas Masonic Lodge,208 State Rd. Hwy 12-16, CampDouglas, WI 54618. For more informationcontact Bro. Rolf Kurandt,Secretary/Treasurer at(608) 427-6542Bro. Fred Eggert Passes Away at 103Bro. Fred Eggert, age 103,passed away on Feb. 18. Bro. Eggertreceivedhis Grand Master’sCenturyCertificate onOct. 10, 2012from GrandMaster DennisV. Siewert. Hewas also honoredat thattime for 63years <strong>of</strong> serviceto the Fraternity.Bro. Fred EggertBro. Eggert was born in Milwaukeeon <strong>March</strong> 6, 1909 and raisedin Waupaca Lodge No. 123 onFeb. 4, 1949 and was a member<strong>of</strong> Tri County Daylite Lodge No.218.He is survived by his son, Dale(Kathleen) Eggert <strong>of</strong> Shorewood,Wis. He was preceded in deathby his wife, Dorothy (Krueger);and two brothers: George andRobert; and a sister, Lucille.A Masonic Service was held onFebruary 22, <strong>2013</strong>, at Messar-Roubal Funeral Home <strong>of</strong>Wausaukee, Wis.<strong>Wisconsin</strong> Masonic Calendarcontinued from cover19 <strong>Freemasons</strong> Lodge No. 363, Past Masters Table Lodge,"Badgering the Past Masters" 4:30-7:00 p.m., 790 N. Van Buren Street, Milwaukee.For more information contact Senior Warden Dave Alderfer at 920-535-0515 or dave.alderfer@us.army.mil.<strong>Wisconsin</strong> Masonic CharitiesErika Miller, Development Officererika@wisc-freemasonry.orgStated Communications (continued from page 14)Oconto FallsOconto Falls Lodge No. 293170 N. Washington St. • 920-373-5747Meet 1st Mon., Sept. 2nd Mon., 7 p.m.Meets All YearOmroOmro Lodge No. 168160 E. Main Street • 920-685-2798Meet 2nd Monday, 7:00 p.m.Meets All YearOnalaskaOnalaska Lodge No. 214330 Main Street • 608-386-8230 (Sec)Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.2nd Thursday only, July & AugustOregonOregon Lodge No. 151201 Park St. • 608-444-0074 (Sec)Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustOshkoshOshkosh Lodge No. 27204 Washington Ave. • 920-385-1034Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m.Dark July & AugustOwenOwen Lodge No. 317713 W. Third St. • 715-229-2832 (Sec.)Meets 1st Monday at 7:30 p.m. & 3rd Mon. at11 a.m. • Dark July & AugustPewaukeePewaukee Lodge No. 246126 Main St. • 262-367-4816.(WM)Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:30 p.m.Dark June, July & AugustPhillipsPhillips Lodge No. 225137 N. Lake Ave. • 715-339-3785Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:30 p.m.Dark June, July & AugustPlattevilleMelody Lodge No. 2783 Enterprise Drive • 608-732-8625Meet 1st Tuesday, 7:00 p.m.Meets All YearPlymouthCassia Lodge No. 167441 Smith St. • 920-892-6336Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:00 p.m.Dark July & AugustPortageFort Winnebago Lodge No. 33111 W. Conant Street • 608-742-6468Meet 2nd & 4th TuesdaysDark January & FebruaryPort WashingtonOzaukee Lodge No. 17504 W. Grand Ave. • 262-284-9978Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:30 p.m.Meets All YearPotosiWarren Lodge No. 4112 S. Main St. • 608-763-2221 (Sec)Meets 1st Thursday, 7:30 p.m.Meets All YearPoynettePoynette Lodge No. 173Poynette City Hall, 106 Main, Call Sec. for time• 608-635-4503 Meets 1st WednesdayDark July & AugustPrairie du ChienPrairie du Chien Lodge No. 8105 1/2 E. Blackhawk Avenue608-326-4640 (Sec) • Meet 1st & 3rd Wed.,7:30 p.m. • Meets All YearPrairie du SacSauk Prairie Lodge No. 113580 Water St.• 608-544-2491 (WM)Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July, August & 1st Mon. in Sept.PrescottNorthwestern Lodge No. 105132 N. Court St. • 715-262-5015 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7 p.m.Dark July & AugustRacineRacine-Belle City Lodge No. 181012 Main St. • 262-633-6658Meets 1st Tuesday, 7 p.m.Meets All YearReedsburgReedsburg Lodge No. 79213 E. Main St. • 608-415-2325Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark January & FebruaryRhinelanderRhinelander Lodge No. 24223 E. Davenport St. • 715-362-3080Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7 p.m.Dark January & FebruaryRice LakeBlue Hills Lodge No. 234225 W. South St. • 715-434-7199Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7:00 p.m.Meets All YearRichland CenterRichland Lodge No. 66290 W. Union St. • 608-538-3173 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7 p.m.Meets All YearRiponPrairie View Lodge No. 95W14188 County Rd. KK. • 920-291-8800Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m.Dark 4th Tues. Nov. & Dec.River FallsRiver Falls Lodge No. 109122 E. Walnut St. • 715-425-6760 (Sec.)Meet 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustShawanoShawano Lodge No. 1702324 E. Richmond St.• 715-526-3920Meets 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m.Dark January & FebruarySheboyganSheboygan Lodge No. 11411 St. Clair Ave. • 920-457-3111Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.Meets All YearShell LakeShell Lake /Spooner Lodge No. 22128 Doboy Drive • 715-468-4424 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m.July & AugustShullsburgAmicitia Lodge No. 25127½ W. Water St. • 608-963-5961 (Sec)Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.Meets All YearSouth MilwaukeeSouth Shore Lodge No. 32703 S. Chicago Ave. • 414-840-3393 (Sec.)Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7:30 pmDark July & AugustSpartaValley Lodge No. 60603 N. Court St. • 608-269-2616Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesday, 7 p.m.Dark July & AugustStar PrairieNorth Star Lodge No. 187207 Bridge Ave. • 715-246-6258Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.Dark June, July & AugustStevens PointEvergreen Lodge No. 932854 Church Street • 715-344-2447Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7 p.m.Dark January & FebruaryStoughtonKegonsa Lodge No. 73125 S. 5th St. • 608-873-9705Meet 1st Tuesday, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustSturgeon BayHenry S. Baird Lodge No. 17431 S. 3rd Ave. • 920-493-3727Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustSun PrairieSun Prairie Lodge No. 143152 N. Bird St. • 608-770-2018 (Sec.)Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7 p.m.Dark July & AugustSuperiorAcacia-Itasca Lodge No. 3293117 N. 21 St .• 715-392-0268Meet 1st & 3rd Fridays, 7:00 p.m.Dark July & AugustSuperiorSuperior Lodge No. 2361503 Belknap St .• 218-391-9877 (Sec)Meet 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 7 p.m.Meets All YearSussexLincoln Lodge No. 183N64 W23624 Main St. • www.lincolnlodge.orgcraigscampbell@wi.rr.com2nd Tuesday, 7 p.m. Meets All YearTomahTomah Lodge No. 132520 E. Saratoga Street • 608-372-5507Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m.Dark July & AugustUnion GroveUnion Grove Lodge No. 2881021 – 11th Ave. • 262-878-1494Meet 3rd Saturday, 8:30 a.m.Meets All YearViroquaLa Belle Lodge No. 84118½ S. Main • 608-637-7581 • Meet 1st &3rd Wed., 7:30 p.m.; Meet 1st Wed. July, August& Dec. • Dark January & FebruaryWaterlooWaterloo Lodge No. 63300 Hendricks Street • 920-478-2800Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.Web: www.waterloomasonry.comWaukeshaWaukesha Lodge No. 37317 South Street • 262-542-6753Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustWaupacaWaupaca Lodge No. 123105½ N. Main Street • 715-258-6198Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m.Dark June, July & AugustWaupunWaupun Lodge No. 4816 S. Madison St. • 920-324-3141Meets 1st Tuesday, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustWausauForest Lodge No. 130130 First Street • 715-845-5198Meet Wednesdays, 7 p.m.Dark June, July & AugustWautomaWautoma Lodge No. 148203 S. Scott St. • 920-647-1614 (Sec.)Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7:00 p.m.Dark January & FebruaryWauwatosaHenry L. Palmer Lodge No. 3014315 N. 92nd St. • 414-463-8390Fridays, 7:00 p.m.Dark July & AugustWauwatosa<strong>Wisconsin</strong> Lodge No. 134315 N. 92nd St. • 414-463-8390 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark June & JulyWest AllisDay-Lite Lodge No. 3587515 W. National Ave. • 414-421-9624Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 9:30 a.m.Dark July & AugustWest AllisWauwatosa Lodge No. 2677515 W. National Ave. • 262-250-1588Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7 p.m.Dark July & AugustWest AllisWest Allis Lodge No. 2917515 W. National Ave. • 414-257-9450Meet 1st & 3rd Fridays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustWest BendWest Bend Lodge No. 138301 N. University Dr. • 262-338-3112Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7 p.m.Meets All YearWest SalemSalem Lodge No. 125101 W. Hamilton St. • 608-786-0930 (Sec)Meets 4th Wednesday, 7:00 p.m.Dark July & AugustWhitefish BayAurora Lodge No. 30517 E. Beaumont Ave. • 414-964-4080Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustWhitefish BayGeo. Washington 1776 Lodge No. 337517 E. Beaumont Ave. • 414-964-4080Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustWhitewaterSt. John's Lodge No. 57226 W. Main Street • 920-650-5406Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustWilmotWilmot Lodge No. 24130702 113th St. • 262-812-6570Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.2nd Tuesday only July & AugustWinneconneWinneconne Lodge No. 1862 N. 1st Street • 920-582-7815 (Sec)Meet 2nd & 4th Tues., 7 p.m.Dark July & August<strong>Wisconsin</strong> DellsDells Lodge No. 124815 Oak St. • 608-254-8136Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & August<strong>Wisconsin</strong> Rapids<strong>Wisconsin</strong> Rapids Lodge No. 1282321 2nd Ave. So. • 715-216-9051Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m.Dark July & AugustSilas H. ShephardLodge <strong>of</strong> Research No. 1843307 N. Lake Rd., Oconomowoc • 262-893-11062nd Saturday • <strong>March</strong>, June, Sept., Dec.Call for meeting locationArmistead-BinghamLodge No. 1862Call Secretary at 815-623-8460 for next meetingdate & location • g2minime@aol.comMeets 5th Saturdays, 1 p.m.WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH <strong>2013</strong> - PAGE 15
THEWISCONSINMasonic JournalMARCH <strong>2013</strong>Introduction <strong>of</strong> the Hiram’s HelperProgram.See page 4.<strong>Wisconsin</strong> Masonic CalendarMARCH2 George B. Wheeler Lodge No. 351, Dad’s Belgium Waffle Breakfast,8:00 a.m.-noon.3 Chippewa Falls Lodge No. 176, French Toast and Sausage Breakfast,8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.4 Jefferson County Lodge No. 9, 10th Anniversary Dinner, 6:00 p.m.,families welcome.9 Silas H. Shepherd Lodge <strong>of</strong> Research No. 1843 meeting at 10:00a.m., c<strong>of</strong>fee before. At least one confirmed paper will be presented onSacred Geometry and Freemasonry. Lunch will follow in the DoubleEagle Pub, a tour <strong>of</strong> the Scottish Rite Library will follow. Hosted by<strong>Freemasons</strong> Lodge No. 363. Humphrey Scottish Rite Center, 790 N.Van Buren St., Milwaukee.9 William’s Lodge hosted by West Allis Lodge No. 291. 8:30 a.m. C<strong>of</strong>feeand donuts will be served. Open to all Master Masons, newlyelected and installed Masters and Wardens are encouraged to attend.RSVP to District 12 Deputy Patrick D. Cholka, district_deputy12@wiscfreemasonry.org,414-254-5543.9 78th Annual Steamboat Dinner, H.S. Baird Lodge No. 174, 31 S. 3rdAve, Sturgeon Bay. 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Free magic show at 3:30 p.m.Adults $15.00, kids under 14 free. Veterans and active service discounts.For more information go to www.steamboatdinner.com.9 -10 Multi-State Grand Bethels/Supreme Visit in Racine, Bethel #22.13 “Interstate Lodges” (Sparta, Tomah, Camp Douglas, New Lisbon,Mauston) Table Lodge. Tomah Lodge 132, 520 E. Saratoga St., Tomah.Starts at 6:00 pm. $8.50 per person, pay at the door. Contact Bro. LeoClark, 608-372-5110 or Bro. Jim DeVoe, 608-378-4677 for reservations,before <strong>March</strong> 10.13 Chippewa Falls Lodge No. 176, Fish Boil, 4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. oruntil food runs out.17 Pancake Breakfast, Hollandale Legion Hall 8:30 a.m.-noon. Hostedby Barneveld Lodge No. 319.17 Hancock Lodge No. 229, Ellsworth, Pancake Breakfast, 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.19 10th annual Combined Table Lodge between the Grand Lodge Free& Accepted Masons <strong>of</strong> <strong>Wisconsin</strong> and The Most Worshipful Prince HallGrand Lodge Free & Accepted Masons <strong>of</strong> <strong>Wisconsin</strong>, Inc. The cost is$25 per person and reservations, with payment, must be received byMonday, <strong>March</strong> 11, at the Grand Lodge <strong>of</strong>fice in Dousman. See story onpage 1.20 Baraboo Lodge No. 34, 3rd annual Friends Night, 6:00 p.m. starttime, meal at 7:30 p.m., corned beef, potatoes and cabbageBring the wife, kids, friends and neighbors. Free meal, RSVP with numberattending to Bro. Keith Mass, 608-434-7720.21 “Voices <strong>of</strong> the Crucifixion: An Easter Dialogue” written by TheodoreE. Torok will be presented by members <strong>of</strong> AASR Valley <strong>of</strong> Green Bay;produced by H.S. Baird Lodge No. 174. Open to the general public.Happy Hour @ 5:30pm; Free Will Dinner @ 6:30pm; Voices @ 7:30p.m., 31 S. 3rd Ave, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235. Reservations notneeded but encouraged, call or email Bro. Ed Klein, 920-737-3166,edward@hsbaird174.com.22 McKinley Lodge World Famous, All You Can Eat Fish Fry, 5:00 –7:00 p.m., Adults, $12, Seniors $11, 5-10 $7.00, 4 and under free. Bringa food donation for the Waukesha County Food Pantry and receive $1<strong>of</strong>f. McKinley Masonic Center, 4550 N. Pilgrim Rd. Brookfield. ContactBro. Todd Jaremko, Master, worshipful.master@mckinleylodge.org orcall 262-796-0782.22 Tomah Lodge No. 132 annual Wild Game Dinner, beginning at5:00 p.m. Both game and non-game, all you can eat meals, $20.00.25 Ozaukee Lodge's 28th Annual Table Lodge and Fish Boil 6:30 p.m.with light appetizers starting at 6:00 p.m. Deputy Grand Master DanielL. Slavik will be the guest speaker. Open to EAs and FCs. Contact Bro.Dave Tainter 262-689-2848 or dtainter@wi.rr.com for reservations.APRIL12 Bethel 60 Jobs Daughters, Seafood Buffet, 5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.,Adults $20.00 at the door, $17 in advance. Kids half price, under 4 free.http://seafoodplus.eventbrite.com. Port Washington Masonic Center,504 W. Grand Ave.14 Camp Douglas Lodge No. 272 Friends Night. Target Bluff GermanHaus, Camp Douglas. Dinner at 5:30 pm, followed by a short program:Bro. Rolf Kurandt, “The Violet,” and a representative from Zor Shrine.$7.50 for Masons, Friends complimentary, pay at the door. Contact Bro.Rolf Kurandt, 608-427-6542, or email target@mwt.net.14 Grand Bethel Exemplification and Grand Bethel Honored QueenReception in Madison.16 Middleton-Ionic Lodge No. 180, Rusty Nail Degree, 6:00 p.m. dinner,degree following. Middleton Masonic Center, 7409 Franklin Ave.,Middleton.18 District 8 Spring Meeting: Hunting for Masonry, hosted byDodgeville Lodge No. 19. 6:30 p.m. meal - program to follow.25 Waucoma Lodge No. 90, Annual Oyster Stew and Chili Dinner 6:00p.m., Cooksville.26-27 Grand Lodge Officer Staff Meeting, Green Bay.27 <strong>Freemasons</strong> Lodge No. 363, Ladies at the Table Dinner 6:00-9:00p.m., Humphrey Scottish Rite Masonic Center, 790 N. Van BurenStreet, Milwaukee. For more information contact Senior Warden DaveAlderfer at 920-535-0515 or dave.alderfer@us.army.mil.27 Middleton-Ionic Lodge No. 180, Wild Game Feed. 6:00 p.m., MiddletonMasonic Center, 7409 Franklin Ave., Middleton. For reservationscontact Bro. Jeff Breunig at 608-217-7890.27 Wilmot Lodge No. 241, Spring Pork Chop Dinner, 4:00-7:00 p.m.Wilmot Masonic Center, 30702 113th St., Wilmot.28 Job's Daughters, 70th Birthday Celebration, 2:00 p.m., Northeast<strong>Wisconsin</strong> Masonic Center, 525 North Taylor Road, Green Bay.30 District 12 Spring Meeting, 6:00 p.m., Lake Lodge No. 189, 1235Howard Ave., Milwaukee.30 District 9 Spring Meeting, 7:00 p.m., Oregon Masonic Center, 201Park St., Oregon.MAY3 Robert Ross P.M. Memorial Table Lodge, <strong>Wisconsin</strong> Lodge No. 13.Social hour at 6:00 p.m., opening at 6:30 p.m. Open to Masons andfriends <strong>of</strong> Masons. For reservations contact Bro. Jason Braatz at 262-939-2985 or email jason@brehmeragency.com. See story on page 8.11 <strong>2013</strong> Degree Competition, registration at 8:30 a.m. and competi-Continues on page 15
New Master MasonsMiss International Job’sDaughters ReceptionBro. Robert Gaines is new MMBro. Dennis Gaines accepts the right hand <strong>of</strong> fellowship from Master Robert Burmek on Jan. 16 as the rest<strong>of</strong> the Brethren <strong>of</strong> Tri County Daylite Lodge No. 218 gather around to celebrate their newly raised MasterMason. Front row (from left): Richard Zahorik; Dennis Gaines; Robert Burmek; Robert Cook; David Austad,Marinette Lodge No. 182; John Moe; and Dale Paust Back row: Joseph Chilcote, Washington Lodge No.21; Charles Fick; Derek Miller; Walter Schlenvogt; Carl Greene; Duane Swanson; and Jerry Swanson.Submitted by Bro. Doug Morrison, Past MasterAttend and SupportYour Lodge!QuestionsaboutFreemasonry?Ask Hiramaskhiram@wisc-freemasonry.org.or mail your questionGrand Lodge Officec/o Ask Hiram36275 Sunset Drive,Dousman, WI 53118Job's Daughters dignitaries attending Miss International Job’sDaughter Emily Dyer’s reception at the Tripoli Shrine Templein Milwaukee on Jan. 26.Photo by Bro. Russ ProvencherBy Emily DyerMiss International Job’s DaughterMy reception took place on January26th. I was astounded withthe outcome <strong>of</strong> people that werethere to support me and it left mespeechless.It was wonderful to see familiarfaces that I had met on my travelsalready.There were girls and adults therefrom Missouri, Illinois, California,Michigan, Nevada and Idaho.Their friendship and supportmeant the world to me.We had a wonderful dinner anda nice dance to follow. MomCindy Provencher did a wonderfulSee story on page 7job preparing the night and makingit a success.I am so thankful for everyonethat attended and has supportedme throughout this year.Overall, the food was wonderful.The evening was well plannedand the silent auction fundraiserwas a huge success. I could nothave asked for a better night tocelebrate my year with my friendsand family <strong>of</strong> the Job’s Daughterworld.Jobie love,Emily DyerMiss International Job’s Daughter2012-<strong>2013</strong>New MM at Menomonie LodgeBro. Jim Parent, Master <strong>of</strong> Menomonie Lodge No. 164, introducestheir newest Master Mason, Bro. Scott Carstens, raised on Jan. 26.Submitted by District 2 Deputy Gary L. StangAttend and Support Your Lodge!www.steamboatdinner.comWISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH <strong>2013</strong> - PAGE 16
More Than Just Pancakes at St. Croix LodgeBy Bro. Milt HelmerThe people who visited St.Croix Lodge No. 56 in Hudson onSaturday, February 2, discoveredmore than just pancakes at theirannual fundraising breakfast.Sure, the Fraternal Brotherswere busy with the usual Western<strong>Wisconsin</strong> breakfast fare <strong>of</strong> pancakes,eggs, ham and luscioussausage gravy and biscuits. But allduring the chilly February morningthere was a warm sense <strong>of</strong> community.A sense <strong>of</strong> sharing andvisiting with neighbors that is fartoo rare in this fast paced life.There were young families huddledtogether enjoying quality familytime. Others discovered thejoys <strong>of</strong> just being with neighborsand friends, visited and got caughtup on the goings on in their world.The pancake breakfast is justone <strong>of</strong> the many events to markthe 24th annual Hot Air Affair inHudson. The weather was beautiful;cold, crisp and sunny with justenough <strong>of</strong> a breeze to carry peoplewith an adventurous spirit intheir hot air balloons to l<strong>of</strong>tyheights over the city <strong>of</strong> Hudson.Among the many to enjoy thewarm and cozy family atmospherewas a gentleman from New Richmond.A member <strong>of</strong> a photo club,he had just invested in a newNikon camera and was takingphotos <strong>of</strong> the colorful balloons asthey rose quietly in the sky.A pair <strong>of</strong> bird watching enthusiastshuddled in rapt attention totheir other hobby <strong>of</strong> jigsaw puzzles.Ellen Capecchi <strong>of</strong> Inver GroveHeights, Minn., had seen the adin the papers and invited a friendto join her. Ellen felt a connectionto the fraternal society. Her greatgrandfather was in the first charteredKnights <strong>of</strong> Pythias Chapter.Ms. Cappechi showed her 100year old pendent she proudlywore around her neck to St. CroixMaster Milton Cardoso. She hadjust presented the Lodge with anantique tea cup and saucer thatcarried the Order <strong>of</strong> the EasternStar emblem. Her great grandfather,Frank Storms was part <strong>of</strong> thegreat Alaska Gold Rush. Youcould see the pride in her eyes asshe talked about her rich familyheritage.According to Cappechi, the fraternalorder <strong>of</strong> the Knights <strong>of</strong>Pythias and its members are dedicatedto universal peace throughunderstanding.The order wasfounded in Washington D.C. inFebruary <strong>of</strong> 1864 and embraces2,000 subordinate lodges in theUnited States and Canada. Theprimary objective <strong>of</strong> fraternal organizationsis to promote friendshipamong men and relievesuffering. The distinguishing principles<strong>of</strong> the Order <strong>of</strong> the KnightPythias are “Friendship, Charityand Benevolence.”On this chilly day in February,the warmth <strong>of</strong> friendship and fellowshipwas quite evident in Hudson,<strong>Wisconsin</strong>.Ben Kellogg, a new petitioner at the Hudson Lodge, is shownlearning the fine are <strong>of</strong> making pancakes at the HudsonLodge’s annual pancake breakfast on February 2. His enteredapprentice degree was conferred on February 19.Master Milton Cardosa <strong>of</strong> St. Croix Lodge No. 56 is shownaccepting a gift <strong>of</strong> an antique tea cup and saucer to the lodgefrom Ellen Cappechi <strong>of</strong> Inver Grove Heights. Ellen alsoproudly displays her 100 year old Pythias emblem.Photos by Bro. Milt HelmerWis. MasonicCharities has 3Cemetery Plots<strong>Wisconsin</strong> Masonic Charities hasthree cemetery plots available inthe Masonic Section <strong>of</strong> the ArlingtonCemetery in Greenfield, Wis.For more information, Brethrenand or their families can contactErika Miller in the DevelopmentOffice at erika@wisc-freemasonry.org or call 262-965-2200, ext.831 or contact Grand SecretaryMichael A. DeWolf, PGM, atgrandsecretary@wisc-freemasonry.org.Send your questionsaboutFreemasonry to:askhiram@wisc-freemasonry.org.Get more information on our Masonic Charities atwww.freemasonry.orgDistrict 1Superior Lodge No. 236District 2Blue Hills Lodge No. 234District 3Forest Lodge No. 130District 4Oconto Falls Lodge No. 293District 5Valley Lodge No. 60District 6Clintonville Lodge No. 197Traveling GavelDistrict 7Waterloo Lodge No. 63District 8Evening Star Lodge No. 64District 9Albany Lodge No. 36District 10Sheboygan Lodge No. 11District 11Unity Lodge No. 367District 12Henry L. Palmer Lodge No. 301Please check with the Master <strong>of</strong> the lodge listed before scheduling a trip toclaim the Traveling Gavel. It may already have been claimed by or deliveredto another lodge.PAGE 17 - WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH <strong>2013</strong>