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THEMasonicWISCONSINJournalVOLUME XLV, NUMBER 3 The Official Publication of the Grand Lodge, Free and Accepted Masons of Wisconsin MARCH 2012Neosho-Mayville-Horicon Lodge hasNew Masonic Center in HustisfordBy Rich RyghNeosho-Mayville-HoriconLodge No. 108 recently movedinto their new building at 128 E.Anthony St., Hustisford. TheLodge had previously met at theirMasonic Center on E. SchuylerSt. in Neosho, for approximately120 years.The building in Hustisford is theformer Presbyterian Church. Itwas erected in 1899 on propertyowned by Laura Hustis, wife ofthe founder of Hustisford, JohnHustis. The building has hadmany uses over the years, thefirst group to hold continuousservices was the MethodistEpiscopal Church from 1899 to1923.The building became availablewhen the Presbyterian congregationmerged with the Presbyterianchurch in Horicon. It wasoffered to the local historical society,of which the president wasBro. Bob Scharnell. The historicalsociety was not able to affordthe facility, and another organizationlooked at it and also turned itdown. Bro. Scharnell and theBrethren of the Lodge thought itwould make and ideal MasonicCenter and the process began.The Lodge obtained the buildingand its contents at no cost andthe refurbishing is underway.On Our CoverBrethren from Neosho-Mayville-Horicon Lodge No. 108 met inthe lodge room of their new building in Hustisford on Saturdaymorning, Feb. 18, to discuss plans for further refurbishing andimprovements. From left: Dave Johnston, Junior Deacon; BobScharnell, Junior Steward; Jack Bridich, Tiler and Trustee; ErnieBorchardt, Trustee; Scott Scharnell, Senior Steward; RandyThorman, Secretary; and Jeff Millikin, Master. See story above.Photo by Rich RyghNew home of Neosho-Mayville-Horicon Lodge, 128 E.Anthony St., Hustisford.Photo by Rich RyghThe first meeting in the newbuilding was held on Feb. 7which included an EA degree.A dedication and cornerstonelaying ceremony are beingplanned for sometime in May2012. The Lodge meets on thefirst and third Tues. at 7:00 p.m.Changing Annual CommunicationFormat is Topic at Staff MeetingBy Rich RyghOfficers of the Grand Lodge ofWisconsin met in WisconsinRapids on Jan. 27-29. Meetingsbegan late Friday afternoon andGrand Master Davey L. WhiteJr., welcomed the officersSaturday at 8:30 a.m. to begin aDeputy Grand Master Dennis V. Siewertmakes a point during discussions onSaturday morning.day of reports, discussions andbreakout sessions.District Deputies gave reportson activities in their districts andvisitations and duties they haveperformed since the last staffmeeting in October. TheDeputies reported on participatingin many installations in thelodges and that all schools ofinstruction are scheduled andmost have already taken place.The Spring District Meetings arescheduled and the dates andagendas will be going out to thelodges. The TravelingGavels are on themove with more visitationstaking place.Breakfasts and luncheswith Santa werebecoming very popularin many lodges.The Deputies reportedmany degreesare being conferred,and many of thesenew Masons areyounger men. Manylodges are now updatingtheir bylaws, someof which have notbeen updated for over40 years.Lodges are recognizingtheir widows inmany ways, dinners,delivering poinsettiasat Christmas anddelivering lilies at Easter. Manylodges are presenting the widowswith the “Widow’s Pin” availablefrom the Development Office.Several ladies have reportedextra courtesies being extendedto them from Brethren whilewearing this pin when traveling.The signing of the ESGR(Employer Support of the Guardand Reserve) “statement of support”received great backingfrom the lodges.Past Grand Master Joseph B.Harker said he is getting caughtup attending family events he hasnot had time to attend in recentyears and he has participated ineight installations. He said he iswilling to help in any way he can,just give him a call.Grand Marshall Jerry G. Potterreported on his many activities,he said one of the highlights forhim was attending the Widows ofthe Table Lodge in Madisonsponsored by the WisconsinMasonic Charities and hosted byDirector of Development, Bro.William Barnes. He reportedwhat a great time everyone hadand how much the widowsenjoyed the evening. He suggestedmaybe hosting these eventson a district level.Senior Grand Steward L. ArbyHumphrey said he attended aninstallation of officers in Canada.It is the tradition for the threeprincipal officers of the lodges toattend all installations in theirarea. He said extra chairs wereset up and you could not have fitanother person in the lodgeroom. There was barely room toinstall the officers.Junior Grand Deacon DonaldW. Hensiak reported on workingas chairman of the FraternalRelations Committee and manydiscussions between our GrandLodge and the Prince Hall GrandLodge. He reminded theBrethren of the Combined TableLodge coming up on March 29.He also reported on his work asSee Staff on page 3The Grand Master’s Message:By Most Worshipful Grand Master of Masons in WisconsinBrother Davey L. White Jr.Brethren,I again would like to thank our Great Creator for blessing uswith such wonderful weather this winter. I cannot remember in my48 plus years ever having a winter as warm as this. While somepeople may enjoy the beautiful snowfalls that our Wisconsin wintersnormally bring (which I also do), I amthankful for traveling purposes that it has beena mild winter so far.Over the past month I have continued battlinga nasty virus, but I am feeling much better.I would like to thank those Lodges andBrothers who sent cards and emails wishing mewell and a speedy recovery. It truly exemplifiesthe true meaning of Masonry, caring for ourBrothers, families, friends, neighbors and communitiesas a whole. I know personally that justknowing that someone cares enough to send acard or email makes me feel much better andmotivates me to feeling better. Again, thankyou.During the past month I had the pleasure to travel to LakeGeneva and install Geneva Lodge. It was my last installation for theyear and a very special one. I had the pleasure to install one of mybest Masonic friends, Brother Richard Vande Sande, a past GrandTreasurer and permanent member of Grand Lodge, as Master.What made this day even more enjoyable was the fact that therewere three Past Grand Masters in attendance. Past Grand MasterJoe B. Harker was the installing Grand Marshal, Past Grand MasterJohn W. Wilke was the Installing Grand Chaplain and Past GrandMaster Rod Paulson and his lady were also in attendance. It showshow Brotherly Love truly unites men and ladies. It forms a bond offriendship that will last a lifetime. Even after a long weekend at ourstaff meeting in Wisconsin Rapids, we thought nothing of travelinganother three plus hours to the other side of the state to be withfriends and Brothers during a special moment in a Brother’s life.Congratulations Richard and good luck with your year.I also had the pleasure to attend Four Lakes Daylight Lodge. Itwas the first time I had the pleasure to attend a daylight lodge. I hada great time and met many new Brothers in the process. I broughtalong three other Grand Lodge Officers, the Grand Chaplain, theGrand Marshal and the Grand Tiler. We all had a wonderful timeand enjoyed a nice educational presentation. This my Brothers iswhat we all need to establish in our lodge programming. The morewe educate our Brothers, the stronger our Fraternity becomes.I along with my wife Tammi and MWPGM Mike DeWolf recentlytraveled to Arizona to spend time with our Brothers who resideor winter in the state. We had a wonderful time and enjoyed thegreat weather. Special Thanks to Brother Paul Handa who coordinatedthe event. I would also like to thank PGM Jim Olson and hisLady Judy for serving as hosts and serving as the MC of the event.It truly is an honor meeting members of the Fraternity who haveserved faithfully for years and continue to do so. They have awealth of information and knowledge to impart to all of us, soplease lend them an ear and I am sure regardless of your Masonicknowledge, you will learn something new. Our Director ofDevelopment Bill Barnes also traveled to Phoenix to meet withpeople who have supported our Charities over the years and todevelop new friendships and pay our respects to our widows whoreside there. Thank you all for the wonderful experience, I know Icame away from there with some wonderful memories.I would like to thank all those who contributed to the GrandMasters appeal this year, as most of you know the Masonic Journalis near and dear to my heart. I have traveled to Florida and Arizonaand I am constantly thanked for restoring OUR Masonic Journal toa quality publication. This my brothers does cost a little more, but Ibelieve OUR Brothers are worth it. I still continue to visit shut inBrothers and those who reside in care facilities, many of them arequite elderly. Their connection to Masonry in the State ofWisconsin is OUR Masonic Journal. I think they deserve it. Theyhave laid a foundation for us to build on. They provided for us and Ibelieve we need to show them a measure of gratitude for their commitmentto FREEMASONRY. If you haven’t already donated to theMasonic Journal appeal, it’s not too late. Our goal is to make this aself-sustaining fund and continue to provide for those who haveprovided for us.I have one thing that I would like to mention in this month’s article.I have noticed and been informed through the several reportsthat I received, that people are relying on their cipher books moreand more just to open Lodge. When I read transcripts and letters ofBrothers who were raised years ago, they always speak of the qualityof the degree work they received and how it influenced theirlives as Masons. We must remember that when a new Brothertakes his degrees, this is his first impression of Masonry. Don’t weowe it to him to give him the same quality of degrees that ourBrothers provided for us? If a lodge wants to be successful, it has tohave commitments from its members. This my Brothers, needs tostart with our ritual. Take pride in what you do and how you do it. Itwill reflect positively on you as an individual and also on your lodgeas a whole.Fraternally,Davey L. White JrGrand MasterDavey L. White Jr.Grand Master

Annual Combined Table Lodge March29 at the Prince Hall Masonic CenterThe ninth annual CombinedTable Lodge between the GrandLodge Free & Accepted Masonsof Wisconsin and The MostWorshipful Prince Hall GrandLodge Free & Accepted Masonsof Wisconsin, Inc., will be held onThursday, March 29.“Your Tax Professionals”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 - 608-372-5565Whitehall, WI 54773 - 715-538-2003“WE SPECIALIZE INPAST DUERETURNS”Published by the Grand Lodge,Free and Accepted Masons of WisconsinMarch 2012The Wisconsin Masonic Journal, Publication Number 011-551 (ISSN No.10770410), is the authorized publication of the Grand Lodge, Free andAccepted Masons of Wisconsin. It is published monthly except for theJuly/August issue which is combined. Periodical postage paid at Dousman,Wisconsin 53118 and additional offices. Postmasters: send address changes toThe Wisconsin 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 of 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. 808Directory of Grand Lodge Officers & ContactsElected OfficersGrand MasterDavey L. White Jr. (4)Res. 608-348-9352Cell 608-732-3122dlw_2011@wisc-freemasonry.orgDeputy Grand MasterDennis V. Siewert (322)Res. 920-339-8995Cell 920-609-2172dvs_2012@wisc-freemasonry.orgSenior Grand WardenDaniel L. Slavik (63)Res. 608-244-4562Cell 608-395-3555dls_2013@wisc-freemasonry.orgJunior Grand WardenWilliam Beetcher (244)Res. 715-349-8021Cell 715-566-0350wb_2014@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@wiscfreemasonry.orgAppointed OfficersGrand ChaplainDavid R. Ritchie (64)Res. (608) 776-2698hickorysprings@gmail.comGrand LecturerKenneth C. Gorgen (307)Res. 262-691-0859Cell 414-758-8729jankengorg@att.netThis year’s event returns to thePrince Hall Masonic Center inMilwaukee where members ofthe two grand jurisdictions willjoin in Masonic fellowship andcelebrate Wisconsin Freemasonrytogether. Their Grand MasonicCenter is located at 600 W.Walnut Street, Milwaukee.The evening will begin with afellowship period at 6 p.m. Thiswill be followed by the officialopening ceremony at 6:45 p.m.“The Ceremony of SevenToasts” (wine and non-alcoholicwine will be offered) and dinnerbuffet will follow consisting ofsliced beef and roasted chicken,vegetable medley, diner roll,Advertising Office Phone/FAX 262-965-3979Diane Igl, Advertising Manageremail: diane@wisc-freemasonry.orgAdvertising rates upon request. Deadline for submission ofadvertising copy is the fifth of each month preceding month ofscheduled publication.Senior Grand DeaconFranklin J. Struble (60)Res. 715-924-2142Cell 608-633-0154fjs_2015@wisc-freemasonry.orgJunior Grand DeaconDonald W. Hensiak (189)Res. 262-682-4390Cell 414-333-0060dhensiak@prodigy.netSenior Grand StewardL. Arby Humphrey (329)Res. 715-364-2492Cell 715-815-1032lah_2017@wisc-freemasonry.orgJunior Grand StewardScott E. Pedley (25)Res. 608-759-2081Cell 608-482-0424sep_2018@wisc-freemasonry.orgGrand MarshalJerry G. Potter (4)Res. 608-274-2839potter2430@yahoo.comGrand OratorKeith D. Chamberlain (66)Res. 608-538-3173greywolf@mwt.netGrand TilerRonnie C. Jaacks (4)Res. 608-348-5780rjaacks@hotmail.comDistrict DeputiesDistrict 1Travis M. Hand (263)Res. 715-638-2599district_deputy1@wisc-freemasonry.orgDistrict 2Gary L. Stang (351)Res. 715-835-7153Cell 715-864-6813district_deputy2@wisc-freemasonry.orgHARDERFUNERALHOMEDEAN K. HARDER,President18700 West Capitol DriveBrookfield, Wisconsin 53045(262) 781-8350District 3John C. Tilley (366)Res. 715-272-1295district_deputy3@wisc-freemasonry.orgDistrict 4Christian M. Hirthe (322)Res. 920-954-0168Cell 920-328-7106district_deputy4@wisc-freemasonry.orgDistrict 5James M. Kent (252)Res. 715-926-3616Cell 715-434-8814district_deputy5@wisc-freemasonry.orgDistrict 6Shawn W. Matthes (224)Res. 715-254-0811Cell 715-615-0728endisnearbehappy@yahoo.comDistrict 7Daniel M. Burkeland (180)Res. 608-831-3599Cell 608-225-8455district_deputy7@wisc-freemasonry.orgDistrict 8Marc B. Steiber (8)Cell 608-412-2629district_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 262-993-2225jkrinke13@yahoo.comDistrict 11Wayne A. Budwick (367)Res. (262) 697-9364Cell (262) 914-7277district_deputy11@wisc-freemasonry.orgDistrict 12Robert Strader (363)Res. 262-827-1606Cell 414-678-8785rstrader@wi.rr.comdessert, coffee and tea. OurPrince Hall Brethren ask thatMasonic Dress (apron) be worn,and that Brothers bring theirtoasting cannons. Cannons willalso be for sale.After the Table Lodge is officiallyclosed a social period and cashbar will be available to those whowish to extend the evening in fellowship.This event will be conducted onthe Entered Apprentice Degreeand is therefore open to allMasons. Appropriate dress forthe evening is a sport coat, shirtand tie or business suit. GrandLodge Officers will be in tuxedos.The cost of this event is $25per person and reservations mustbe received no later than March1, 2012 at the Grand Lodgeoffice in Dousman. Make checkspayable to the Grand Lodge ofWisconsin.Make your reservation soonsince space is limited and therewill definitely be a sellout.Confirmations will be communicated,so include contact information.Walk-ins unfortunatelywill not be permitted.Please use the clip & mail registrationcoupon on page ten. If alodge wishes to submit a combinedreservation and paymentfor multiple attendees, please listeach individual’s name attending.All-Star SoccerGames July 28 atUW-WhitewaterBro. David Tainter, Chairmanof the Wisconsin Masonic SoccerProgram and his committee metFeb. 19 to begin finalizing theplans for the upcoming All-StarGames.The 2012 Masonic All-StarSoccer Activities begin onThursday, July 26 with the youthcamp registration. All-Star registrationwill be Friday, July 27.The All-Star recognition banquetand games will be held onSaturday, July 28. Additionalinformation is available atwww.masonicsoccer.orgIf you would like to be a part ofthe program and become a committeemember or sponsor contactBro. Dave Tainter at 262-689-2848 or email,dtainter@wi.rr.com.Grand LodgeOfficeGrand Lodge F. & A. M. of Wisconsin36275 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.orgWisconsin MasonicJournalRichard A. Rygh, Editor262-965-2200 Ext. 808wmjeditor@wisc-freemasonry.orgAd Manager Diane Igl,diane@wisc-freemasonry.org262-965-397936275 Sunset Dr.,Dousman, WI 53118Thoughts for the JourneyBy Reverend David R. Ritchie, Grand ChaplainOne of the understatements of the year: we are not the samesociety we were 50 years ago or twenty years ago for that matter.Fifty years ago people fit into nice neat little niches. Today we area mix of thoughts, ideas, and philosophies.Our nation and our craft were built upon principlesof tolerance. The men who foundedboth knew the horrors of intolerance, as evidencedby the religious wars that had sweptthrough Europe and the Middle East in thepreceding centuries. This tolerance is a goodthing, a very good thing.Good things though often come with problemsattached. Fifty years ago when we talkedabout different faiths or beliefs we were talkingabout differences inside of Christianity orJudaism (ie … Catholic to Methodism toCongregational to Orthodox to Reform etc....). Today we can throw the Muslim culture,Buddhism, Wiccan, Nature worship and many other faiths into themix. Add to the number of faiths the fact that many of ouryounger adults were not brought up in any one particular place ofworship, they have consequently mixed and matched organizedfaiths to obtain their spiritual fulfillment. This is something thatfifty years ago would have been unimaginable but today is becomingcommon practice. The Christian-Buddhist movement is growingrapidly in America. The core beliefs of Christianity with thelifestyle philosophy of Buddhist teaching. This is just one of manysuch combinations.These “designer” religions place us, as Masons, in an interestingplace. We strive to accept all men's beliefs, what answer do weexpect when we ask, “In whom do you place your trust?” WhatVolume of Sacred Law will he be obligated on? What are hisbeliefs and how do they fit with Masonry? The answer to thesequestions is simple. You talk to the man about his beliefs.Before you sign his petition, talk to him about his faith. After hispetition is accepted have the interview committee ask him abouthis beliefs. “Do you believe in Deity?” “You will be required to beobligated upon some sacred writing, what book would you prefer?”Communication is the answer.Even within the “traditional faiths” there are differences. SomeChristian Bibles contain more books than others. Some denominationsno longer consider the King James version of the Bible asacceptable. Perhaps a Jewish Brother would rather be obligatedon a copy of the Tanach instead of a Torah (the books of Moses).If you do not know the difference between these two terms ask aBrother who is Jewish or look it up on line.Communication is the answer. One of the things Masonrycharges us with is to learn. Let us learn about a Brother's ideas, hisphilosophies, his history. Ask that potential candidate about hisbeliefs. Talk to the him at his interview. If done with respect and atrue desire for knowledge, most people will not take offense atbeing asked to talk about their beliefs. Instead, most will welcomethe free exchange of thought and feel flattered by the interestsomeone has taken. The key being respect and a desire for knowledge.Respect goes a long way.What if the potential candidate does not have a belief in a Deityor believe in prayer? Then, my Brother, you must ask yourself if hemeets the internal qualifications to be made a Mason. That decisionwill be up to you and passed on to an interview committee.The decision will not always be an easy one. The answer may notbe one you looked for. Yet, if you approach the decision with theteachings of Masonry in your heart and mind you will not gowrong. In dealing with all men on all things, the teachings of truth,respect, brotherly love, and friendship go along way.If you or your lodge have particular questions please feel free tocontact me, and I will endeavor to answer to the best of my ability.My Brothers, this is not an easy subject to deal with. Any time loftyideals are involved so to are difficult decisions (and great emotion).Things that are great are seldom easy. Tolerance for all men's faithincluded. If I have offended, please forgive. If I spoke in ignorance,please teach me. If I have erred, whisper good council in my ear.Thank you my Brothers.Grand Chaplain David R. Ritchie can be reached athickorysprings@gmail.com or 608-776-2698.Robert Ross Table LodgeMay 4 at Wisconsin 13Enjoy a terrific barbecue and anevening of fellowship at theannual Robert Ross Table Lodge,sponsored by Wisconsin LodgeNo. 13, at the NorthwestMasonic Center on May 4.The event will be a barbecueagain this year. Leave your tie athome and bring your bib.Bro. Robert Ross, passed awayon October 5, 2005 while hewas the Master of WisconsinLodge No. 13. He left behindtwo young children; all proceedswill be donated to their educationtrust funds. Further individualdonations may also be made andare greatly appreciated.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 $25.00.Rev. David RitchieGrand ChaplainCannons will be for sale at thedoor. Wine and non-alcoholicbeverages will be served.The lounge will be open afterdinner for a card game.Reservations must be receivedby March 30. Contact Bro. JeffLaven, jeff.laven310@gmail.comor 262-424-9267 or Bro. BillLoftus, billygun67@yahoo.comor 262-470-4936. Checksshould be made to WisconsinLodge No. 13 F. & A. M.Wis. MasonicCharitiesWilliam H. Barnes,Director of DevelopmentErika Miller, Dev. 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Staff from page 1president of the WisconsinMasonic Benevolent ActivitiesBoard. He said he enjoyed beingthe Installing Master and playingthe bagpipes for several installations.Deputy Grand Master DennisV. Siewert stressed that the goalof the progressive line officers isnot to reinvent the wheel eachyear but to improve the wheel.We are looking for continuity ofprograms. The long term goal ismaking the Annual Communicationan event that each memberof the Grand Lodge (Masters,Senior Wardens and JuniorWardens of constituent lodges)wants to attend. To make theAnnual Communication enjoyableand informative.Senior Grand Deacon FranklinJ. Struble provided informationon his work and progress withthe Masonic Home.Grand Chaplain David R.Ritchie stated he has had severalcalls from Brethren to handle situationswith clergy regardingunfavorable opinions ofFreemasonry. He said he has hada good success rate in reachingan understanding. He is willing tohelp anyone dealing with thisproblem.Grand Master Michael A.DeWolf reported on the progresswith the Grand Masonic Centerrehab project. The first phase isvery near completion. The nextphase will be finishing theJunior Grand War denWilliam Beetcher suggestssetting up a committee towork on membership developmentand retention.Jim Haas Associates, LLC“We Specialize in Past Due Returns”Winona, MN507-452-1189toll free 800-851-1668Rochester, MN 507-289-1012upstairs. He said the recentstatewide secretary seminar inMadison received very favorablefeedback. One of the big topicswas the filing of the 990 formswith the IRS. The GrandSecretary stated the job ofSecretary is a big job and trainingis important.Junior Grand Warden WilliamBeetcher reported the great successwith the Wardens workshopsponsored by the Scottish RiteValley of Eau Claire. SeniorDeacons are also being included.He said with the approval of theGrand Master he is looking intosetting up a membership committeeto work on membershipdevelopment and retention.The Deputy Grand Master saidover the last five years our newmembers are keeping up withour losses due to deaths. Our biglosses are coming from resignationsand suspensions for nonpaymentof dues.Senior Grand Warden DanielL. Slavik said he has been gettingout to our appendant bodies andmeeting and getting to know theBrothers that are active in theseorganizations. He also reportedthat he is working on standardizingthe installation programwhich will still include Master firstor Master last but the rest of thewording will be the same.Deputy Grand Master DennisV. Siewert reported on his verybusy schedule which included 8conference calls, attending 71functions and traveling 5,358miles.Grand Master Davey L. WhiteJr. reported he is following GrandMaster Joseph B. Harker’s philosophyof working together as ateam. Many of the things GrandMaster Harker began last yearhave been finished this year. Oneof these is the Masonic BirthdayCard Program which began inJanuary, another is the rehab ofthe Grand Masonic Center. TheGrand Lodge Office also now has60 year pins and certificatesavailable.The Grand Master said he hashad several requests for dispensationfor various types of cigarevents. He said we cannot smokein our buildings, we must conformto the laws of the State ofWisconsin. No dispensations willbe granted.“Your Tax Professionals”Grand Master Davey L.White Jr. addresses the officerson Sunday morning.Junior Grand Steward Scott E.Pedley gave a very informativepresentation on conflict resolutionwhich led to a very worthwhilediscussion. The Officersthought this would be a greatprogram to take to the districtmeetings.Grand Chaplain David R.Ritchie brought everyone up todate on the Regional ChaplainsProgram and their proposedduties. Bros. are still needed to fillthree openings.Grand Treasurer John A.Benedict reported that income isslightly down and investments aredown. Total operating expenseswill come in on budget.The District Deputies and thePlanning Committee and theExecutive Committee divided intotheir breakout sessions in theafternoon.On Sunday morning followingthe church service the committeesbrought back their reportsfrom their breakout sessions.The Planning Committee recommendedthe MasonicHandbook be reviewed on a regularbasis, possibly on a threeyear rotation with eight chaptersbeing reviewed each year.It was a strong consensus thatinternet leads should be handledby a single source coordinatorwith trained people to make theinitial contact.Making the Annual Communicationmore enjoyable for thoseattending by including multimediapresentations with topicsof interest to the Brethren wasalso recommended.See Staff on page 5Schmidt &BarteltFUNERAL SERVICEA Friend to the Family774-5010• Wauwatosa• Mequon • Mukwonago• Menomonee Falls • Sussex• OconomowocNOTES FROM THE GRAND LECTURERBy Brother Kenneth C. GorgenMy Brothers,Have you given any thought to the two pillars that stand oneither side of the Senior Warden’s place in the West? If you look inthe King James Version of the Bible, the books of II Chronicles, IKings, and II Kings describe these pillars. Thereis some conflict about the height of these pillars.Chronicles states that the height of thesepillars was 35 cubits with chapiters cast ofmolten brass of five cubits each on top. Thiswould equate to 40 cubits. The book of Kingsstates that the height was 18 cubits with threecubit chapiters on top of each totaling a heightof 21 cubits.In 1903, a poll was taken among lodges toascertain which height was used in their ritual.The results varied among the lodges and it isenough to say that as the Bible has differencesin opinion within the different books, so do ourlodges. Let’s stick with the 40 cubit figure thatis familiar to us.Kenneth C. GorgenGrand LecturerA cubit is about 18 inches. Translating this into our familiar feetand inches, these pillars were 52-1/2 feet tall without the five cubitchapiters. Total height with chapiters was 60 feet or 20 yards.These pillars were enormous. The pillars were cast hollow and thereason for that is given in the Fellowcraft lecture. However, there isanother reason as stated by William M. Larson in his article,“Those Mysterious Pillars: Boaz and Jachin”. “It is universally conceivedthat the two pillars were cast as one piece and hollow. Thisexplanation is only partially correct. For from a foundry man’spoint of view, they may have been cast a handbreath, or four fingersin thickness. Not only to reduce weight, but also to simplifycasting”. These were huge pillars, and the casting of them was amonumental task. When finished, the one-piece pillar would haveweighed 20 to 30 tons which is about 40,000 to 60,000 pounds.That’s a lot of brass.The book of II Chronicles has this to say about these pillars: Forthe front of the temple he made two pillars, which together werethirty-five cubits long, each with a capital five cubits high. He madeinterwoven chains and put them on top of the pillars. He also madea hundred pomegranates and attached them to the chains. Heerected the pillars in the front of the temple, one to the south andone to the north. The one to the south he named Jakin and theone to the north Boaz.The rest of the story is in the Fellowcraft lecture, but take noteof the description of the network and pomegranates. The chapiterswere immense.In the Wisconsin Masonic Lodges, the pillars are located oneither side of the Senior Warden. Looking from the East toward theSenior Warden’s place, the pillar on the left should have the celestialglobe on its top and this is Jachin. The pillar on the right willhave the terrestrial globe and is Boaz. Remember we are lookingfrom the East. The two pillars that stood in front of King Solomon’stemple held this same position. The pillars are viewed whenapproaching from the West.There is disagreement on the placement of these pillars, but Iwould side with the Bible verse listed above. As a worshipper wouldbe entering the temple, he would be entering from the West.Remember that our lodges are patterned after King Solomon’sTemple facing due East and West. We enter our lodge room fromthe West. When viewing the pillars from the West, Jachin is in theSouth on the right, and Boaz is in the North on the left. Now everythingagrees with the ritual and makes sense.The Masonic ritual describes the globes on the top of the pillarsin a very scientific way. Basically as maps and to help us understandsome of the attributes of the constellations and other heavenlybodies. But, there are other thoughts and opinions amongMasonic writers that these pillars also represented the duality ofnature, male and female, or possibly a symbol of our current existenceon the earthly globe along with our future existence withinthe heavens.From my perspective, it is the lilies, network, and pomegranatesthat serve as a reminder of what these pillars represent, as theystand stalwart at the Senior Warden’s place. They stand to remindus of the peace, unity, harmony, and plenty that we have come toenjoy as Masons and share with those who are in need. Rememberthe tenets of our profession and how these pillars are a reflection ofthose tenets.As always, I strive to encourage you to research and understandsome of the artifacts of Masonry. Be a ritual leader in your Lodge,and be a motivating force. Mentor the candidates with fierce abandonand your lodge will be proud of your efforts and then we will allsee more Light.Feedback and questions are always welcome. Contact Grand Lecturer KenGorgen at jankengorg@att.net or 262-691-0859The Wisconsin Masonic Handbookcan be downloaded by chapter atwisc-freemasonry.orgEmail your upcoming lodge eventsto be listed in theWisconsin Masonic Journalwmjeditor@wisc-freemasonry.orgWISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH 2012 - PAGE 3

Map from the Santa Fe Trail Association www.santafetrail.orgFreemasons on the Sante Fe TrailBy Bro. Paul GordonIntroductionThe following article was writtenat the request of the Santa FeTrail Association for inclusion intheir quarterly magazine, WagonTracks. The Santa Fe TrailAssociation is a volunteer organizationwith a mission to preserveand promote the historic SantaFe Trail. The Trail is one of theNational Historic Trails recognizedby the National ParksService in the United StatesDepartment of the Interior. Theauthor thanks the Editor ofWagon Tracks for historical accuracyreview of the Trail itself andstylistic suggestions. The articleis divided into two Parts for publicationin the Wisconsin MasonicJournal. Endnotes in the originalhave been omitted here and areavailable upon request. In 1821,the Santa Fe Trail becameAmerica's first great internationalcommercial highway, and fornearly sixty years thereafter wasone of the nation's great routesof adventure and western expansion.Editors Note: This is part one ofa two part series. Part two willrun in the April issue.Part OneFreemasonry has been describedas the world’s oldest andlargest fraternity, with a goal of“making good men better.”Freemasonry, or Masonry, hasspread its branches over the fourcorners of the globe. Where manhas gone, so has Freemasonry.This includes the AmericanSouthwest and the developmentof the Santa Fe Trail, which generallydates from its opening in1821 by William Becknell. Whilethere is no claim that Becknellwas a Freemason, many Masonshave contributed to the developmentand use of the Trail.Freemasons, who refer to eachother as “Brother,” meet ingroups called Lodges. MostMasonic Lodges in the UnitedStates trace their charters back toEngland in colonial times.Freemasons meet and worktogether for mutual and civicimprovement. They use theworking tools of stone masons assymbols of the values they promote,such as truthfulness,morality and brotherly love. AMason knows he can trust anddepend upon a Brother Mason.This is very valuable, especially incircumstances such as the dangers,challenges and vagaries ofthe early southwestern frontier.While all are equal in the lodgeand every Mason’s participationand well-being is valued andappreciated, there are some whohave become more well-knownoutside of Freemasonry. Many ofthese are associated with theSanta Fe Trail. In as much asFreemasonry helps to “build” thecharacter of a person and a stablesociety, so have Freemasonshelped “build” the Santa Fe Trail.From Franklin, Missouri to SantaFe, New Mexico, manyFreemasons have traveled fromeast to west over the Santa FeTrail, some making the journeyseveral times.Freemasonry in theSouthwest Before the TrailFreemasons have been involvedin some of the major events inthe southwest that predate theSanta Fe Trail and impacted itsearly development. Freemasonrycame to central Mexico fromSpain. In those areas once controlledby Spain from the 1500sto the Mexican Revolution,including what is now NewMexico, Colorado, Texas andother western areas, Freemasonrywas slowed or actually discouragedby the effects of theSpanish Inquisition.This was also the time of earlyAmerican exploration and limitedfur trading in the west and southwest.One of the first fur tradersto venture into the RockyMountains was Andrew Henry, aFreemason and member ofWestern Star Lodge No. 109 atKaskasia, Illinois. His businessmust have been profitablebecause by 1808 he amassed sufficientcapital to become a partnerin the well-known MissouriFur Co., an organization composedlargely of Freemasons.Among the partners were PierreChouteau, Jr. and William Clark,both members of St. Louis LodgeNo. 111. In 1804 Baptiste LeLand set up a Trading Post inSanta Fe for the Missouri FurCompany. This was the year theLewis and Clark Expedition leftSt. Louis for the western exploration.A rival firm, TheAmerican Fur Company, also ofSt. Louis, was composed mainlyof Masons.Lewis and Clark were bothFreemasons. A branch of theSanta Fe Trail crosses theMissouri River at Leavenworth,Kansas, and thus intersects withthe famous 1804 Corps ofDiscovery exploratory route ofMeriwether Lewis and WilliamClark. Brother Meriwetherbecame a Freemason in 1797 inDoor to Virtue Lodge #44 A.F. &A.M., Albemarle County,Virginia. Brother William becamea Freemason after petitioningand being accepted for membershipin Saint Louis Lodge No.111, warranted under the GrandLodge of Pennsylvania. But thereare no records of his initiation.Saint Louis Lodge No. 111 didissue a traveling certificate to himin 1809.The first explorers to travelwhat later became the famedSanta Fe Trail, Captain ZebulonPike and his second in command,Dr. John H. Robinson, were bothMaster Masons. Robinson was amember of Lodge No. 13 inVirginia, and later with LouisianaLodge No. 109 at St. Genevieve,Missouri. These two discoveredPike's Peak in 1806. They weresent on this exploratory ventureby General James Wilkinson,Commander of the U.S. Armyand a Freemason. He was amember of Nova CaesareaHarmony Lodge No. 2,Cincinnati, Ohio. Robinson wasactually General Wilkinson's eyesand ears in the foreign Spanishlands that the Pike expeditionwould ultimately find themselves.They had followed the ArkansasRiver from the east, searching forits source. This took them alongparts of what would later becomeknown as the wet route wherethe Trail splits west of what isnow Dodge City, Kansas. At thattime Spain actively discouragedAmerican, French and Britishexpansion and exploration in thearea it claimed as its own. OnFebruary 6, Pike reached theConejos River, where he built asubstantial stockade (near presentday Alamosa, Colorado) for theprotection of the men.In 1810 Pike published reportsof his 1806 exploration of theSpanish held Colorado area. Hehad included information as tohow much profit could be madeby bringing eastern US goods tothe Spanish occupied areas.The travels of Masons Pike andRobinson would factor later intoWilliam Becknell’s opening of theSanta Fe Trail.Today, Pike’s contribution tothe opening of the southwest ishonored by the “Zebulon PikeMemorial Plaza” in Larned,Kansas. There is also a PikeNational Trail supported by theNational Park Service.Official Spanish and MexicanGovernment attitudes towardsFreemasonry changed dramaticallyin 1808 when Napoleonplaced his brother, JosephBonaparte, on the throne ofSpain. Joseph was the GrandMaster of Masonry in France,having received the degrees in1805. When he was placed onthe Spanish throne, all restrictionson Freemasonry in Spainwere immediately lifted. TheFreemasonry of Spain andFrance differed from that ofEngland and Scotland in thatmainland European Masonry wasstrongly political, while EnglishMasonry discouraged ties to politics.By the early 1800s, however,there was a strong Masonicpresence in Mexico. The traditionalMasonry in Mexico whichcame from Spain was called theEscosese (Scottish Rite). There issome evidence that indicatesthese Escosese Masons may havebeen involved with the movementwhich led to Mexican independence.The official change of attitudetoward Freemasonry is understandableby Freemasons.Freemasonry upholds the principlesof "Brotherly Love, Reliefand Truth," otherwise related, asin France: "Liberty, Equality,Fraternity." Moral lessons are rituallygiven, working through therituals by degrees. The FrenchRevolution was fought for theequality, liberty and fraternity ofthe third social class in France.These ideas were carried on intothe post-revolutionary era ofNapoleon Bonaparte. It is notsurprising that they would beextended by Freemason JosephBonaparte when he lifted theSpanish restrictions.When Mexico did become independentfrom Spain in 1821there were significant ramificationsfor Masonry and for whatwould become the Santa Fe Trail.The first three Presidents ofMexico were Masons. AnotherMason displaced the third, and,in February 1833 FreemasonGeneral Santa Anna was electedpresident. Santa Anna’s Masonicaffiliations were tenuous.William Becknell would crosspaths with Santa Anna, andmany other Masons, later duringthe Mexican–American war. Inthe meantime, Freemasonry’sgrowing popularity in Mexicowould provide fertile grounds forthe expansion of Freemasonryinto areas such as New Mexico,Colorado, and Texas.Another significant developmentafter the Mexican revolutionwas the opening of tradewith the United States over whatwould become the Santa Fe Trail.The new country of Mexico waseager for such trade and nolonger attempted to excludeAmericans from its territory.Thus, when Becknell came intocontact with Mexican soldiers atRock River and was escorted toSanta Fe 1821, he was welcomedand trade was encouraged.Freemasons HelpEstablish the TrailCaptain William Becknell isknown as the Father of the SantaFe Trail. Becknell had many contactswith Freemasons throughouthis life. He served as asergeant in the Missouri Militiaduring the War of 1812 underCaptain Nathan Boone, who wasthe son of Daniel Boone.Considered a famous AmericanFreemason, according to Nathan,Daniel Boone was a Mason.Becknell may have been familiarwith Daniel Boone as Nathanand Daniel lived in Missouri inthe later years of Boone’s lifebefore his death in 1820.Becknell made his first tradingexpedition from Franklin,Missouri. Franklin, Missouri wasnamed after Benjamin Franklin.Benjamin Franklin was one ofthe great American Freemasons.Union Lodge No. 7 was charteredin 1821 at Franklin.Pike’s maps and notes wereused by Becknell in 1821 whenhe opened the Santa Fe Trail. Indeciding to seek his fortune in theSouthwest, probably his mainsources of information were anold trapper, Zeke Williams, andthe man who was second in commandunder Zebulon Pike, Dr.Robinson. It is known that bothmen lived at that time within onehundred miles of where Becknelllived in Franklin, Missouri.Williams would have known thedetails of the fur traders’ routefollowed by Becknell on this firsttrip to Santa Fe. Dr. Robinsoncould have supplied the latestdetails about the political situationin Mexico because he was incorrespondence with other doctorsand, apparently, with politicalfigures in both Europe as wellas the US.In later years Becknell served inthe Texas Army during the TexasWar for Independence fromMexico. During that time hebecame a friend of FreemasonDavy Crockett, who was laterkilled with other Masons at theBattle of the Alamo, whereGeneral Santa Anna had givenhis “no quarter” order. Becknellwas under the command ofGeneral Sam Houston, aFreemason. After the battle ofSan Jancinto, Houston hadBecknell and his soldiers guardthe captured Santa Anna.Freemasons were among someof the first to use the Trail. OneMason, Meredith MilesMarmaduke (1791-1869) was afamed Santa Fe Trader andGovernor of Missouri. In 1824he led a wagon train to Santa Feand his journal of the trip waspublished in the October 1911“Missouri Historical Quarterly.”Arrow Rock Lodge No. 55 hasseveral records of him as aMason. He was buried accordingto the Rites of Freemasonry inSappington Cemetery in ArrowRock, Missouri.The development of the SantaFe Trail was quickly recognized asbeing in the national interest ofthe United States. Freemasonand Missouri Senator ThomasHart Benton, charter member ofMissouri Lodge #1, St. Louis,Missouri, Grand Master of theGrand Lodge of Iowa, one of themost powerful men in the Senateand the most influential advocateof western expansion, introduceda bill to have the Santa Fe Trailsurveyed. In 1825, GeorgeChamplin Sibley was commissionedto survey the Trail, a clear"trace" having been worn inmany places by the wagonwheels. His recommendations asto placement of forts and tradingposts were acted on by Congress.Benton was the promoter of theslogan “Manifest Destiny.” Oneof his Lodge Brothers, CharlesBent, helped establish tradingposts, or Forts, along the SantaFe Trail and later become NewMexico’s first AmericanGovernor.One of those hired onto anearly trading trip on the Trail wasKit Carson, who made severaltrips over the Trail as a guide andin other capacities. Carsonbecame a Freemason in 1854 inMontezuma Lodge #109 SantaFe, Territory of New Mexicounder dispensation from theGrand Lodge of Missouri. Hethen became a Charter Memberand first Junior Warden of thenew Bent Lodge #204 in Taos,New Mexico under a dispensationfrom the Grand Lodge ofMissouri. He lived in Taos at theSee Trail on page 5PAGE 4 - WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH 2012

Staff from page 3The Grand Master left the Brethren with a final thought.He said, “Follow the tenets and follow the code andeverything will turn out well. In the words of AndrewYoung McDonald, the founder of the company I work for,make a good product and sell it honestly. We have a greatproduct to offer to our communities, to our state, to ourfriends, neighbors sons and grandsons. Let’s take it outthere and promote it in a positive manor and set anexample of what we want Masonry to be in the State ofWisconsin.”BUSINESS CARD ADVERTISINGSupport the businesses that support your Wisconsin Masonic Journal!Trail from page 4time. At various times in his life he was a mountain man,scout, Indian Agent, soldier, and rancher. Built in 1825,his home in Taos remains and is now a Museum rememberingBrother Kit Carson and early Southwestern culture.It is owned by Bent Lodge #42 (reconstituted) andoperated by the Kit Carson Memorial Foundation, Inc.He died in 1868 and is buried in the Kit Carson Cemeteryin Taos.In 1829 William and Charles Bent led a caravan toSanta Fe. A year later they formed Bent, St. Vrain &Company with Ceran St. Vrain, a Taos trader and extrapper.Charles directed the Santa Fe trade, taking upresidence in Taos and making seasonal trips to St. Louis.Ceran St. Vrain ran the company stores in Taos andSanta Fe and served as American Consul in Santa Fe duringthe 1830's. They established several Forts, or tradingposts, along what was becoming the wet route on thewestern part of the Santa Fe Trail. Charles Bent and St.Vrain were both Freemasons.Bent had always been recognized as a brother by allMasons who came in contact with him. It was a matter ofcommon knowledge among Freemasons that he had beenburied with Masonic honors by his brethren and comradesat Santa Fe, that when a Lodge of Masons was formed atTaos in 1860 it was chartered by the Grand Lodge ofMissouri as Bent Lodge No. 204, and that when, in afteryears, a Lodge was chartered by the Grand Lodge of NewMexico for Taos, it took the name of Bent Lodge No. 42.It was not until a copy of the Reprint of the Proceedingsof the Grand Lodge of Missouri was obtained by BrotherT. P. Martin, M. D., of Taos, a co-worker in Masonicresearch, that any definite information was uncovered. Byit we find the name of Charles Bent standing alongside ofSenator Benton as a charter member of Missouri Lodge,No. 1, of St. Louis. This was in 1821.In 1826 Ceran St. Vrain was captain of a party of trappersleading an expedition down through New Mexico asfar as the river Gila. It was on this expedition that KitCarson made his maiden trip beyond the frontier. At thistime St. Vrain was probably associated with William Bent,who, about 1824, had erected a stockade on the bank ofthe Arkansas River near where Pueblo now is. Soon afterwardsthe Bents and St. Vrain erected another stockadenear the junction of the Purgatoire River with theArkansas. In 1828 St. Vrain, associated with William andCharles Bent, commenced the erection of a formidablefort, afterwards known as Bent's Fort or Fort William, onthe north bank of the Arkansas River, a few miles east ofthe present city of Las Animas, Colorado. The Bent’sFort site is preserved by the National Parks Service.Colonel St. Vrain, like many other sturdy men of thefrontier, was long prepared in his heart to become aFreemason before he had had an opportunity to knock atthe door of a Lodge. He had been intimately acquaintedand more or less associated with men like Charles Bent,Dr. David Waldo, James Kennerly, and Colonel Dodge,who had long been members of the Order. He thereforepresented himself for initiation March 22, 1853, waspassed April 16, 1853, and raised Jan. 28, 1855, receivinghis degrees in Montezuma Lodge, No. 109, of thejurisdiction of Missouri, at Santa Fe. He demitted therefrom April 7, 1860, and together with Bros. Kit Carson,Peter Joseph, Ferdinand Maxwell, John M. Francisco, A.S. Ferris, and others he formed a Lodge at Taos, under acharter from the Grand Lodge of Missouri, issued on June1, 1860. This Lodge was known as Bent Lodge, No.204.During the first ten years following Mexican independencea large number of trappers visited the Southwest.Mason Stephen Cooper, a trapper, went through NewMexico in 1821-1822, visiting in Santa Fe and Taos.Another Mason, George C. Yount, became intimatelyacquainted with Brothers St. Vrain, Bent, Kit Carson andothers headquartered in Taos. Dr. Rowland Willard,Junior Warden of Hyram Lodge No. 3, St. Charles,Missouri, visited New Mexico in 1825.Freemasonry teaches and encourages the tenants of fortitudeand perseverance. No doubt these early Masonshad ample opportunities to exercise and practice thesevirtues as they forged their way through the hardships anddangers along the Santa Fe Trail. As they crossed theIndian frontiers and into what was still Mexico in the earlyyears of the Trail, these Masons were traveling into foreigncountries to work and receive their wages. Many betteredtheir circumstances and had the opportunity topractice charity, the distinguishing characteristic of aFreemason’s heart.Read part two of “Freemasons on the Sante FeTrail” in the April issue of The WisconsinMasonic Journal.R O B E R T S O N R Y A N & A S S O C I A T E S , I N C .CHARLES V. 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Grand Master Visits Brethren in ArizonaGrand Master Davey L. White Jr. addresses the Brethren and Ladies at the BriarwoodCountry Club, Sun City West, Arizona. Past Grand Master James H. Olson is seated at left.Grand Master Davey L. WhiteJr., and his lady Tammi recentlyvisited Brethren in Arizona, alongwith Grand Secretary Michael A.DeWolf, PGM, and Director ofDevelopment Bro. WilliamBarnes.They met with Brethren andladies at the Briarwood CountryClub, Sun City West, Arizona, onFeb. 11. The coordinator for theevent was Bro. Paul “Yash”Handa. Past Grand MasterJames H. Olson and his LadyJudy were the hosts.Bro. William Barnes gave a presentationregarding the WisconsinMasonic Foundation and theWisconsin Masonic Home. TheGrand Secretary brought theBrethren up to date on the ongoingrefurbishing of the GrandMasonic Center in Dousman.Grand Master Davey L. WhiteJr. spoke on the state ofFreemasonry in Wisconsin andcongratulated the Brethren with50 years or more of service tothe craft.Bro. Barnes also had the opportunityto visit the homes ofBrethren unable to attend thedinner.First Lady Tammi White on “Go Daddy” bikeThousands of motorcycle riders were on hand Feb. 11, during theGrand Master’s Tour of Arizona, to celebrate Arizona’s 100Anniversary by participating in the Arizona Centennial Ride. Thisevent of course did not escape notice of Grand Master Davey L.White Jr., his wife Tammi and our Grand Secretary Michael A.DeWolf. First Lady Tammi, being a for real authority on motorcycles,took the opportunity to check out what it feels like to sit on the$250,000 “Go Daddy” bike built by Orange County Choppers. TheGrand Master did not purchase it for her, however she was not toodisappointed. She is willing to settle for a 1947 Harley DavidsonKnucklehead.Photo by Grand Secretary Michael A. DeWolf, PGMGrand Master Davey L. White Jr., gave special recognition to the Brethren with 50 years ormore of service to the craft. From left: Paul Leitch, Fred Kraatz, Bob Tubesing, DonaldWendt, Grand Master Davey L. White Jr., Tom Rosenow, Bob Snodgrass, Steve Hunt, ScottyGiffen and Rev. H. Douglas Fowler.Photos by Bro. William Barnes, Director of DevelopmentBro. Robert and Helen Albrecht Make$40,000 gift to the Masonic Home-Fill Out, Clip and Mail TodayEndowment FundBy Bro. William BarnesBro. Bob and Helen Albrechthad been generous to theWisconsin Masonic Home, ThreePillars, making 27 gifts. Theirfinal gift will come from their Willand Trust.A gift of $20,000 will helpsecure the future of the MasonicHome. By making the gift to theMasonic Home Endowment atthe Wisconsin MasonicFoundation, they will assure that5% will go to the Masonic Homeevery year.Another gift of $20,000 willadvance the charitable programsof the Wisconsin MasonicFoundation.Bro. Bob was a perpetualmember of James M. HaysLodge No. 331, he died in 2008.Helen Albrecht died on December14, 2011 at the age of88. She was a long time residentof Three Pillars. She had workedfor the Nunn-Bush ShoeCompany for many years, andhad been active in the TripoliLadies Auxilary, Order of theEastern Star, and Daughters ofthe Nile.These wonderful gifts came asa result of them naming ourMasonic Charities in their Willand Trust.To make a gift from your Willor Trust to the WisconsinMasonic Home, please providethe following language to yourAttorney: “To the WisconsinMasonic Home EndowmentFund, of the Wisconsin MasonicFoundation”, or call William H.Barnes, Director of Developmentat 262 527-4294.Amount _____________________ Date_____________________Please acknowledge to: Name ______________________________Address _________________________________________________City_______________________ State________ ZIP___________In memory/honor of_______________________________________Make your check payable to The Wisconsin MasonicFoundation – Journal Fund and mail to:Wisconsin Masonic Charities36275 Sunset Drive, Dousman, WI 53118Phone 262-965-2200 • email: erika@wisc-freemasonry.orgMasonic FoundationReceives Gift ofAppreciated StockBy Bro. William BarnesThanks to the generosity ofBro. Ralph and Betty JaneLemke, the Masonic Foundationis in a stronger position to providescholarships to worthy graduatinghigh school students.Making a gift of appreciatedstock, mutual funds, or ETFs canbe a tax wise decision. You willavoid the capital gains tax onsecurities held for more than ayear. And when you itemize, youcan take a charitable tax deductionfor the full market value ofthe securities on the date of thegift. This deduction is limited to30% of your Adjusted GrossIncome, but you can carryoverfor 5 years any amounts inexcess of this annual limitation.You may also fund a GiftAnnuity with appreciated propertyto receive an income for life,and a charitable tax deduction.Plain and simple, you can makea larger donation and save taxesby making a gift of stock. Pleasecontact William Barnes (262)527-4294 at the DevelopmentOffice, because you will want totransfer the stock rather than sellingit yourself.SupporttheBusinessesthat advertise in yourWisconsinMasonicJournalHow do I leave a Gift in my Will or Trustfor the Masonic Journal?You will help secure a bright future by leaving a gift to theWisconsin Masonic Journal.Clip the below language and send it to your Attorney today!“I give ________ to the Wisconsin Masonic Journal EndowmentFund, of the Wisconsin Masonic Foundation.”Support YourWisconsin MasonicCharitiesPlan for the future. Remember to include the WisconsinMasonic Charities in your will today.Memorials and ContributionsWisconsin Masonic CharitiesGift Report for January 2012Wisconsin Masonic FoundationGeorge Altemeier II, Anton Arneson Jr, Edwin Arnold, DennisAusman, Wesley Bailey, Dennis Baliff, Stanley Bird, Bill Brown,Nancy Cerwin, Thomas Cihowiak, Claremont S. JackmanFoundation, Richard Dahnke, Terry Decot, Jerome Duncan,Robert Gibson, David Giese, Thomas Godfrey, Donald Goodrich,Thomas Grannis II, Greater Milwaukee Foundation, Inc., JoanGreshik, Guy Gurrath, James Herbst, Carl Jungbluth RoseKimmel, Robert Klatt, James Kline, Douglas Koepke, KennethKreinbring, H. Krueger, Carl Lindenlaub, Robert Luening, LeeLuenser William Mercer, Roy Metzker, Garold Michaelsen,Gregory Mielke, Milwaukee-Harmony Lodge, Lawrence Mueller,Owen Nielson, Robert Pederson, Eugene Peterson, Jack Pointer,Roger Rietz, Prince Riley, James Roeder, Donald Roidt, RobertRose, Kenneth Savadil, Jacob Seever, Gilbert Smeiska, DanielSmith, George Smith, Scott Smith, Gerda Strzelczyk, Orloff Styve,Douglas Tuffree, John Van Hollen, Paul Voight, Ray Vyvyan,Robert Walton, Carl Wussow, Hugh WyattWisconsin Masonic HomeMark Bischel, Claremont S. Jackman Foundation, Howard Cook,D.J. 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Masonic Ladies Night at Darlington Masonic CenterBrethren to be presented to theirladies followed by a toast to theladies.Grand Master Davey L. WhiteJr. said, “It is not often that I donot have a lot of things to say,but how do you follow LauraSlavik, I have never heard anyoneexplain Masonry any better.”The Grand Master reflected onhow you get to a point in lifewhere the principles instilled inyou as a child take control ofyour life. He said his mother andgrandmother played a big part ininstilling these principles in hislife.He said our ladies put up with alot of traveling and expressed hisappreciation to his wife Tammifor being home taking care of thekids and keeping things goingwhile he was away.The Grand Master said, “For usto survive for 168 years it tookmore than just us gentlemen heretonight to do it. We are heretonight to thank the people whoare the backbone of our fraternity,the ladies.”See more photoson page 18.Laura Slavik (right) speaks oh how the Masonic Fraternity takes good men and makes menbetter. From left: District Deputy Marc Steiber and lady Tabitha; and Barbara Ritchie andhusband Grand Chaplain David R. Ritchie.By Rich RyghBrethren from Amicitia LodgeNo. 25, Evening Star No. 64 andOlive Branch Lodge No. 6 cametogether to honor their Ladieswith a Masonic Ladies Night atthe Darlington Masonic Center,Feb. 17.Guest speaker Laura Slavikgave a very interesting talk onhow the Masonic Fraternity takesgood men and makes them better,from a ladies point of view.Laura comes from a veryMasonic family involving hergreat grandfather, grandfather,great uncles, uncles and father.The ladies were all members ofEastern Star and Laura, herself,was very active in Job’sDaughters. She feels Masonry isnot anything that is taught, it hasto be observed or experienced. Itis more of a community or a family.Her experience with Masonrybegan when she was a younggirl. She joined Job’s Daughterswhen she was 11 years old.When she was 12 her father wasoff work for a long period withheart problems and the familylived on food stamps and hadvery little money. Job’sDaughter’s annual weekend inGreen Lake was coming upinvolving over 800 girls fromaround Wisconsin. She said itwas the premier event and thething to go to for the girls.Because of the families financialsituation the family did not havethe money for her and her sisterto attend the event. The Masoniccommunity in Appleton gottogether and decided she and herSend your questionsaboutFreemasonry to:askhiram@wisc-freemasonry.org.sister should be able to attend. AMason anonymously stepped forwardand paid for the weekendfor her and her sister. Laura saidthat man changed her life. Thatwas the beginning of her perceptionof what Masonry is all about.Masonry has become a way oflife for her. She said “The twomost important things shelearned growing up were: whenyou move away and you findyourself alone in a strange cityyou find a comfortable place toworship and you find the closestMasonic lodge.”When Laura got married andmoved to the Milwaukee area shefound a comfortable place toworship and the closest Masoniclodge. Her husband was not aMason, he had heard aboutMasonry but did’t really knowwhat it was. Laura again gotinvolved with the Job’sDaughters. Her husband wasworking two jobs and going toschool full time.After her husband graduated,he and Laura and their daughtermoved to Sun Prairie for his newjob. Again she found her twomost important things. She againgot very involved in Job’sDaughters and her husbandbegan going with her to eventsand getting involved. He beganexperiencing the bonding and fellowship.At one of the events aBrother approached him aboutbecoming a Mason and soon hewas part of the Masonic fraternity.Laura feels her husband,Senior Grand Warden Daniel L.Slavik has benefited greatly fromhis Masonic experiences. ForBro. Dan and Laura and theirtwo daughters, Masonry hasbecome a way of life. She saidMasonry has allowed Bro. Dan tobecome a better husband andfather.Laura related other instancesMASONIC SUPPLIESAprons • Gifts • Jewelry • PrintingSecretary's Supplies • Altar Lights • Fraternal TiesNow Available – Online OrderingPlease visit our updated website. Online ordering is now available foryour shopping convenience. Browse through the many items availableonline to find that special “Masonic Item” you’ve been looking for.Catalogs may be downloaded online or e-mail a request for a printedcopy. As always, our friendly and knowledgeable staff will assist you withphone orders or any special requests you may have weekdays 8-5 CST.Call or Write for our Current CatalogP. O. Box 344 • 173 S. Pearl Street • Berlin, Wisconsin 54923920/361-1555 FAX: 800/842-9357 Toll Free: 800/558-8292WEBSITE: http://www.jpluther.com • EMAIL: jpl@vbe.comwhere her family has benefittedfrom the generosity of Masonsand their families. She said herfamily is stronger because of herhusband’s involvement inMasonry and although he is oftenaway from home, he alwayscomes home a better person.Senior Grand Warden Daniel L.Slavik commented on the strongbond the Masons in southwestWisconsin enjoy and he thankedthe ladies for their support inallowing this to happen. He saidtonight we are here as a familyand that is the most importantpart of Masonry.Roses were passed out to theGrand Master’s Testimonial DinnerGrand Master Davey L. White Jr.Raised October 23, 1982Warren Lodge No. 4District Deputy 1995-1999Grand Lecturer 1999-2004Junior Grand Steward 2004-2005Senior Grand Steward 2005-2006Junior Grand Deacon 2006-2007Senior Grand Deacon 2007-2008Junior Grand Warden 2008-2009Senior Grand Warden 2009-2010Deputy Grand Master 2010-2011Elected Grand Master of Masons inWisconsin, June 10, 2011Bro. Harold Beals, a 58 year Mason, presents a rose to hiswife of 59 years, Geneva.Honoring Grand MasterDavey L. White Jr. andLady TammiSaturday, April 28Cocktails at 6:00 p.m.Dinner at 7:00 p.m.Holiday Gardens Event Center101 Brewery Hollow Rd., Potosi, Wis.Grand Orator Keith D. Chamberlain, PGM – EmceeAnyone wishing to make a presentation please email Grand OratorKeith D. Chamberlain, PGM, at greywolf@mwt.net, in advance ifpossible.Reservations are required andmust be paid for in advance.When making group reservations pleaseinclude a list of names.– Clip & Mail Reservation Coupon –Grand Master’s Testimonial DinnerSaturday, April 28, 2012Name: _________________________________________________Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________Phone Number: (____) _____________ Lodge: _______________Contact e-mail: __________________________________________Number attending _____@ $22 each = Amount Enclosed $________Note: If making a group reservation, please attach list of all names.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Mail this reservation form and check to:Testimonial Dinner – Attn: Cheryl MartinGrand Lodge F. & A. M. of Wisconsin36275 Sunset Drive, Dousman, WI 53118(Make checks payable to: Grand Lodge of Wisconsin)Reservations due April 6 – must be paid in advanceWISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH 2012 - PAGE 7

News Events from the LodgesBaraboo Lodge Presents Service AwardsCommonwealth Lodge InstallationOfficers of Commonwealth Lodge No. 325, Madison, enter the Lodge Room for installation on January 4.Bagpiper Bro. Andy Willet provided the music. From left: Bagpiper Andy Willett; Robert Canfield,Installing Marshal; Dominic Ferraro, Master; Matt Ivens, Senior Warden; Channing Bloss, Junior Warden;Chris Seifer, Treasurer; Joe Fleming, Secretary; Ryan Murphy, Senior Deacon; and Trent Keast, JuniorDeacon.Submitted by Bro. Matt Ivens, Senior WardenBro. Ronald Rud honored for 50 yearsBro. Andy Hodges, Master of Chetek Lodge No. 277, presented Bro.Ronald Rud a 50 year certificate and pin on February 9. The certificatewas presented on behalf of the Grand Lodge of Missouri. Bro.Rud is a member of Freedom Lodge No. 636, St. Louis, Missouri andnow resides in Chetek.Submitted by Bro. Alton Hodges, Junior WardenWaucoma LodgeAnnual “OysterStew” March 22Waucoma Lodge No. 90,Cooksville, will host their annual“Oyster Stew” on March 22starting at 6:00 p.m.This has been an annual eventfor over 40 years. Chili is alsoserved.Waucoma Lodge still meetsabove a grocery store in a buildingit purchased in 1864. It isone of the oldest lodge buildingsin Wisconsin and is listed on theNational Register of HistoricPlaces.The Cooksville Store is locatedin Cooksville with an address of11313 N. State Rd. 138,Evansville.Enjoy an evening of fellowshipand delicious oyster stew.For more information contactBro. Robert Hanson, Master,608-332-2829.Service awards and year pins were recently presented atBaraboo Lodge No. 34’s Awards Night by Past Grand MasterJohn W. Wilke and Master Brian Rich. The open meeting followeda potluck dinner. Past Grand Master Denman G, Kramerreceived his 60 year award and Bros. Earl Wichern and RobertKaschel received their 50 year awards. Past Masters DavidSchubring and Skip Blake were honored for 25 years. PastGrand Master Denman G. Kramer was raised in Feb. 11. 1948,he was Master of Sauk Prairie Lodge in 1953 and served theMasons of Wisconsin as Grand Master in 1971-72. Bro.Wichern was raised on May 11, 1960. Bro. Robert Kaschel wasraised in Markesan Lodge No. 59 on Nov. 17, 1960, he affiliatedwith Baraboo Lodge on Dec. 4, 1969. Front row (from left):Earl Wichern, Robert Kaschel, Past Grand Master Denman G.Kramer, and Skip Blake. Second row: Past Brand Master JohnW. Wilke, David Schubring, and Phil Maas. Third row: BrianRich, Master.Brethren from Baraboo Lodge traveled to the home of Bro.Arthur Gibson to present him with his 60 year service award andwallet card, current Grand Masters Pin and Past Grand MasterJohn W. Wilke’s Grand Master’s Pin. Bro. Gibson was unable toattend the Lodge Awards Night. He was raised on Dec. 6, 1960.Pictured from left: Past Master Marty Blake; Brian Rich, Master;Arthur Gibson; Past Grand Master John W. Wilke; and PastMaster Skip Blake.Submitted by Bro. Brian Rich, Master – Photos by Bro. Phil MaasEmail your submissions to wmjeditor@wisc-freemasonry.org.PAGE 8 - WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH 2012River Falls Masonic Center in final stages of restorationThe lodge room of the beautiful Masonic Temple on the corner of Walnut and Second St. in River Falls isin the final stages of restoration after roof damage occurred last summer. River Falls Lodge No. 9Chaplain Tracy Carlson and Past Master Rod Rommel are shown looking over the restoration work. Thelodge room is being restored to it's original 1927 splender complete with period lighting.Photo by Bro. Milt Helmer

Union Lodge Honors Ladies and Devoted MembersBro LeRoy Huber was honored for all the work hedoes for Freemasonry. Anywhere there is work to bedone, he is there to do it.Bro Milt Kreuger gives a fewwords of wisdom. Bro. Kreugerwas honored for 63 years ofservice to the fraternity. He hasalways been very active in theLodge, he served as Master in1952 and has been a Trusteefor many terms. He has been amentor to many Brethrenthroughout the years.Bro. Charlie Nelson reflects on what Freemasonry hasdone for him and what it has to offer to all good men.Bro. Nelson was honored for 52 years of service. Heserved the Lodge as Master in 1963 and is currently aTrustee. He has a long and distinguished Masoniccareer.Bro. Bill Smith received his 55 year certificate from JuniorGrand Steward Scott E. Pedley (left). Bro. Smith is anactive member of four lodges. He was raised in BrooklynLodge No. 251 in 1956 and has served as Master in bothNew Glarus Lodge No. 310 and Waucoma Lodge No. 90.He is currently Senior Deacon in New Glarus Lodge. Bro.Smith will soon be observing his 90th birthday.Bro Harry Roderick, age 98, thinks back on 65 years ofMasonry as he looks over his award. He was raised inUnion Lodge in 1947. Bro. Roderick was present inLakehurst, New Jersey, on May 6, 1937 during theHindenburg disaster. He assisted in looking for survivorsand recovering bodies.By Rich RyghBrethren, their sweethearts,family members and friendsenjoyed an evening of fellowshipand a dinner at the EvansvilleCountry Club on Saturdayevening, Feb. 11. Union LodgeNo.32 hosted their annualSweetest Night, emceed by AreaAdministrator Dwight Redders;assisted by Bro. Tracy Strain,Master; and Junior GrandSteward Scott E. Pedley.Brethren came together tohonor their ladies and presentservice awards and specialawards to deserving Bros.Service awards starting with 25years, up through 64 years, representing1004 years, were onhand to be presented.Past Master Charlie Nelson washonored for 52 years. Heacknowledged what a great contributionFreemasonry has madeto his life. He said, “There are somany ways that you profit fromnot only the lessons you learn asa Mason but also self development.When you get into theorganization and go through thechairs it gives you a confidenceyou never had before.”Bro. Norm Patterson acceptedservice awards on behalf of hisfather Robin Patterson and uncleLeon Patterson. Both passedaway this last year. Bro. RobinPatterson, a Past Master and PastArea Administrator, achieved 59years and Bro. Leon Patterson,also a Past Master, achieved 62years.Junior Warden Tom Beaver washonored with the “Mason of theYear” award for 2011 presentedby Past Master Gregg Peckham.Past Master LeRoy Huber, a 44year member, was honored for allthe work he does for Masonry.He is a member of many lodgesand has been a Master more than25 times. He has attended theAnnual Communication for thelast 44 years.Junior Warden Tom Beaver expresses his appreciationafter receiving the ”Mason of the Year” awardfor 2011.Photos byRichRyghBro. Bob Brunsellhas been a dedicatedMason foralmost 62 years.He was raised in1950. He servedthe Lodge asMaster in 1954.WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH 2012 - PAGE 9

Lodges Install Officers for 2012Fennimore Lodge No. 219The officers of Fennimore Lodge No. 219 were installed on December 7 by GrandMaster Davey L. White Jr. assisted by Junior Grand Steward Scott E. Pedley, InstallingMarshal and Grand Chaplain David R. Ritchie, Installing Chaplain. The FennimoreLodge had a joint installation with Prairie du Chien Lodge No. 8. Officers installed for2012, front row (from left): Rob Rands, Secretary/Treasurer; Dan Neuroth, SeniorWarden; Don Noyes, Master; Chris Kreul, Junior Warden; and Vern Wilkinson,Chaplain. Back row: District 8 Deputy Marc Steiber, Grand Chaplain David R. Ritchie,Grand Master Davey L. White Jr., Junior Grand Steward Scott E. Pedley and AreaAdministrator Dan Odeen.Submitted by Bro. Monte Steiber, Sec./Treas., Prairie du Chien Lodge No. 8Masonic Unity Reception setfor R∴W∴ Dennis V. SiewertA Masonic Unity Receptionsponsored by the PeninsulaShrine Club and the Masons ofNortheast Wisconsin honoringRight Worshipful Deputy GrandMaster Dennis V. Siewert will beheld at “The Lodge” of LeathemSmith Resort, Sturgeon Bay, inbeautiful Door County,Wisconsin, on June 16, 2012.Receiving line and fellowship at4:30 p.m., dinner at 6:15 p.m.More complete information willfollow.Reservations will be limited to250.Rhinelander Lodge’s “Walkfor a Cure” will be May 19Rhinelander Lodge No. 242 isbeginning plans for the 3rdAnnual “Walk for a Cure” onSaturday, May 19, 2012. Theevent is a 60 mile walk from theRhinelander Masonic Lodge tothe Wausau Masonic Lodge andis open to anyone. The walkbegins at 4 p.m. All proceeds willbe donated to the Relay for Lifein support of the fight againstCancer.No matter who you are, there'sa place for you at “Walk for aCure”. Each dollar you raise willhelp save lives. “Walk for a Cure”is open to anyone who wishes toAdvertise in theWisconsin MasonicJournalContact Diane Igl262-965-3979Email: diane@wisc-freemasonry.orgtake part. You can walk 1 mile, 5miles, 20 miles, or the full 60miles, whatever works best foryou. This is not a contest, or arace, it is a family fun event opento all skill levels.This is your opportunity to notonly honor cancer survivors andremember people we have lost,but also to raise funds and awarenessto help save lives. Your supportcan help create a worldwhere cancer can't claim anotheryear of anyone's life. You arehelping create a world with lesscancer and more birthdays!To date, the “Walk for a Cure”has raised more that $9,000towards the 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 for aCure” link or contact Dave Imlahat 715-892-2392 or MikeEngland 715-966-6894.– Clip & Mail Reservation Coupon –The Grand Lodge of Wisconsin & TheMost Worshipful Prince Hall Grand LodgeCombined Table Lodge IXThursday, March 29, 2012Name: _________________________________________________Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________Phone Number: (____) _____________ Lodge: _______________Contact e-mail: __________________________________________Number attending _____@ $25 each = Amount Enclosed $________(Make checks payable to: Grand Lodge of Wisconsin)Note: If making a group reservation, please attach list of all names.Mail this reservation form and check to:Combined Table Lodgec/o Grand Lodge F. & A. M. of Wisconsin36275 Sunset Drive, Dousman, WI 53118Tickets will be held at the door.Reservations due on or before March 1, 2012Nine Rivers LodgeNine Rivers Lodge Officers were installed Dec. 14, in Eau Claire. Pictured (from left):William Kessler, Senior Steward; District 2 Deputy Gary Stang, Chaplain; WilliamReed, Junior Deacon; Tom Christiano, Master; Kevin LaQue, Senior Deacon; GrandMaster Davey L. White Jr.; Mike Epson, Secretary; Steve Schwartz, Junior Warden;Junior Grand Warden William Beetcher; and David Griffith, Junior Steward. Not pictured:Sterling Brazier, Senior Warden; James Parent, Treasurer; Paul Paulson,Counselor; and Himanshu Sharma, Tiler.Submitted by Bro. Milt Helmer168th Annual Communicationis June 1 and 2 in MadisonThe 168th Annual Communicationof the Grand Lodge Freeand Accepted Masons ofWisconsin will be held at theMadison Masonic Center, 301Wisconsin Avenue, Madison, onFriday and Saturday, June 1 and2, 2012.The host hotel will be theConcourse Hotel, One WestDayton St., across the streetfrom the Madison MasonicCenter.Make your reservations by calling1-800-356-8293, make sureyou tell them you are with theGrand Lodge Annual Communicationto receive our corporaterate.Grand Lodge will convenepromptly at 8:30 a.m. on Fridaymorning June 1 and 8:30 a.m.60 Year Pinsand CertificatesAre now available from theGrand Lodge Office.Contact Cheryl Martincheryl@wisc-freemasonry.orgor call 262-965-2200 Ext. 800on Saturday morning, June 2.Grand Lodge will close by noonon Saturday, June 2.A full breakfast buffet will beserved both days of the AnnualCommunication starting at 7:00a.m. Breakfast will be served inthe Ballroom on the lower levelof the Madison Masonic Center.Tickets for both breakfasts mustbe purchased in advance.Lunch will be served on Fridayat noon in the Ballroom. Ticketsfor the lunch must be also purchasedin advance.For more information see A/C2012 on the Grand Lodge website,www.wisc-freemasonry.org.Lodge receives organ with new buildingBro. Mac Gienke, Organist for Neosho-Mayville-Horicon Lodge, playsthe organ in the Hustisford Masonic Center. See story on page one.Photo by Rich RyghPAGE 10 - WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH 2012

Independent Living - Village on the Square & MasonWoodsCatered Living - Compass PointMemory Care - Riverside Lodge24-Hour Skilled Nursing Care - Health Care CenterHickory Suites RehabilitationThree Pillars Wellness ConnectionThree Pillars Senior Living Communities, sponsored by the Masonic Fraternity, is a mission driven not-for-profit organizationdedicated to providing exceptional senior living services through meeting the social, physical and spiritual needs of older adults.HICKORY SUITESREHABILITATIONCelebrating Our First Year ofService to the CommunityOur vision for Hickory Suites Rehabilitation was to create an integratedapproach for in-patient rehab care that encourages recovery for short-termpatients. Discharge planning beginshours after admission to ensure allteam members are striving for thesame goal – the patient’s return home.We chose to design suites with all thecomforts of home: phone, flat screenTV, wireless internet access, privatebath, flexible dining options and privatelaundry service. We believe theseamenities assist in encouraging andnurturing our patients.Here are two of our Hickory Suites first year graduates and their stories:Ellen Smith came to Wisconsin from Rhode Islandfor her knee surgery. Ellen has EDS (Ehler-DanlosSyndrome), a rare connective tissue disease. Thereare only a few doctors who will operate on peoplewith EDS. Ellen and her husband Stuart researchedtheir options, found a doctor to perform the surgery,and chose Hickory Suites for her rehabilitation therapy.Stuart stayed at our Guest House on campus tolend moral support along with Maggie, Ellen’s servicedog.Ellen and Maggie have been together since Ellen was diagnosed with EDS;one of Maggie’s most important jobs is to alert Ellen when she stops breathing.Although Ellen was experiencing a lot of discomfort during her rehabprocess, she was an inspiration. Her wonderful positive attitude touched allof us who had the honor to serve her therapy needs.Gail McGuire shopped around for monthsbefore selecting Hickory Suites Rehab. She is awidow, lives alone and knew that she wouldn’t beable to return home following her single knee surgerythat was scheduled with Dr. Holub. Gail, at69, is constantly busy and enjoys interacting withpeople. She travels to visit her daughter in SantaFe, spends time with her son who lives in town,and teaches knitting classes three times a week at acoffee shop in Delafield, a shop in Wauwatosa and in her Pewaukee home.Gail said she “likes it here because it’s homey and comfortable … and thetherapists are working me hard. It’s a lot of work, but I know it’s good forme.” This program will get her back up and running in no time, her independencerestored!MasonWoods is located inthe heart of north-easternWisconsin We have a veryunique setting for active andindependent seniors on thebeautiful shores of ShawanoLake. Residents can participatein a variety of social, cultural,and educational activities.All of our apartments and duplexes provide the optimum inindependent living with an array of amenities. At MasonWoods,the serenity and wonder of nature are just outside your door,while all the amenities of city life are close enough to enjoy -without being an intrusion. Shawano and Cecil are nearby, andyou're just a half an hour from the cultural activities, shopping,and airport of Green Bay.Stop in for a tour or call 1-800-959-6637 for more details.www.threepillars.org/mw.htmlThree Pillars is proud to announce our Health Care Centerwas recently named one of the top nursing homes in thecountry by US News and World Report ® .Creating a LIFESTYLE—our seniors deserve.Adding VALUE—through experiences which enhancethe quality of life.Maintaining TRUST—in the commitment of staff whobelieve in putting people first.Take a Test Drive in our Model Apartment!For many people it takes time and careful consideration to reach amajor decision. We understand that if you are buying a car youwant to test drive it, purchasing a special outfit you want to try iton, or looking for a newphysician, or handyman,you want referrals.If you are considering alifestyle change, likebecoming a resident atVillage on the Square, youmay want to “test drive”and seek referrals. Be ourguest in our WelcomeApartment and experiencefirsthand living independently at the Three Pillars campus.Nestled on 60 acres of wooded land, with ponds and a river runningthrough the heart of the property, you will be staying in abeautifully furnished apartment complete with all you need. Ourstaff will send breakfast with fresh fruit and coffee to your apartmentand provide vouchers for lunch and dinner so you may dineat the Fireside Café or the Rivers Edge Restaurant.It is easy to arrange, simply contact Lisa Recht, Senior LivingConsultant, at 262-965-7421 or e-mail: lrecht@threepillars.orgFor more information or to schedule a tour, contact our Senior Living Consultant at:410 North Main Street Dousman, Wisconsin 531181.800.848.5306 262.965.2111 www.threepillars.orgWISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH 2012 - PAGE 11

Lodges Install Officers for 2012Western Star Lodge No. 55Western Star Lodge No. 55 recently installed their officers for 2012. Front row (fromleft): Chad Snyder, Junior Warden; Tom Walton Master and Mike Perry, Senior Warden.Back row: Senior Grand Warden Daniel L. Slavik, Installing Marshal; Past GrandMaster Rodney A. Paulsen, Installing Master; Rob Schuh, Senior Deacon; LloydLaskowski, Counselor; John Meek, Junior Deacon; Larry Preston, Secretary/Treasurer;Garrick Kautz, Senior Steward; David Hess, Tiler; Dale Anderson, Chaplain; NormBurns, Junior Steward; and Past Grand Master Jack C. Allord, Installing Chaplain.Submitted by Bro. Tom Walton, MasterDodge County Lodge No. 72Dodge County Lodge No. 72, Beaver Dam, recently installed their officers at theWaupun Masonic Center. District 10 Deputy John W. Krinke was in attendance alongwith many other visitors. It was a very memorable evening for all. From left: MarkTorrason, Junior Steward; Charles Blanchard III, Junior Deacon; Kevin Carnine, SeniorDeacon; Arthur Rettschlag, Junior Warden; Richard Johnson, Master; Michael Roddy,Senior Warden; Hohn Machkovech, Secretary; Lowell Peck, Treasurer; and Eric ArthurSenior Steward.Submitted by Bro. Eric Arthur, Senior StewardMilton Lodge No. 161Milton Lodge No. 161 held their open installation on December 27. The installationwas once again by candlelight, however this year we had heat! We were joined byDistrict 9 Deputy Terry Brown, Area 3 Administrator Bob Barnett, Area 2Administrator Dwight Redders, and "Brother Bill" from Germany. Also Bros. Mark andMike Nelson, Oregon Lodge No. 151, assisted in opening the lodge. Front row (fromleft): Area Administrator Dwight Redders; Duane Huber, Senior Deacon; Bill Kayser,Treasurer; Jerry Thompson, Junior Deacon; Jim Gajdosik, Master; GeorgeChristopherson, Junior Steward; Eli Glissendorf, Senior Steward; and AreaAdministrator Bob Barnett. Second row: Chris Wasson, Secretary; Mark Nelson; LeRoyHuber, Counselor; Bill Broeg, Tiler; Mike Nelson; and Pat Garvin, Junior Warden.Photo by Gloria ReddersWest Bend Lodge No. 138In a public ceremony held on Saturday, January 7, the 2012 corps of officers for WestBend Lodge No. 138 was installed by Grand Master Davey L. White Jr. (front row, centerleft) with the assistance of Bro. John W. Krinke, District 10 Deputy, as InstallingMarshal (back row, left). Master for the Lodge’s sesquicentennial year is Bro. Scott D.Baron (front row, center right). Bro. Baron’s installation day was doubly special becausethat morning he received the Knights Templar Order of the Temple at the annualinspection of Wisconsin Commandery No. 1 at the McKinley Masonic Center inBrookfield. To the right of Worshipful Master Baron were James J. Becker, PM, asSenior Warden and Trustee, and Bro. Darren M. Cooksey as Junior Warden. Other officersinstalled were, left to right in the front row, William L. Stonecipher, PM, Chaplainand Todd A. Rickey, Tiler. Middle row: J. Patrick Storrs, PM, Organist, and RalphCharles (Chuck) Seeger, Treasurer. Back row: Christopher R. Howell, Senior Steward;Steven M. Hilger, Senior Deacon; William Loehrer, Junior Deacon; Terrance P. Groth,PM, Counselor; and Daniel E. Katz, PM, Secretary. West Bend Chapter, Order ofDeMolay, assisted in the opening, as did an honor guard of Sir Knights from WisconsinCommandery No. 1 that formed The Arch of Steel to welcome WM Baron to the East.Photo by Bro. Wm. Stonecipher, Past MasterJefferson County Lodge No. 9Officers of Jefferson County Lodge No. 9 were installed on January 8, by Grand MasterDavey L. White Jr., assisted by District 9 Lecturer Henry Pynakker, Installing Marshal;and District 9 Deputy Terry Brown, Installing Chaplain. The flag was presented byRobert McCoy Commandery #3. Front row (from left): Edward Bergren, Tiler; District 9Lecturer Henry Pynakker; Grand Master Davey L. White, Jr.; Noah Schultz, Master;District 9 Deputy Terry Brown; Jacob Cramer, Junior Steward; Alan Brawders,Secretary and Trustee; and Scott Verville, Chaplain. Back row: Daryl Haumschild,Trustee; Michael Mutter, Senior Deacon; Ralph Behlke, Treasurer; Charles Bergren,Senior Warden; Randal Behlke, Counselor; and David Dorn, Trustee. Not pictured:Curtis Bell, Junior Warden and Trusett; Anthony Bell, Trustee; and Michael Roehl,Senior Steward.Submitted by Bro. Noah Schultz, MasterThe Wisconsin Masonic Journalwmjeditor@wisc-freemasonry.org262-965-2200 Ext. 808Milwaukee-Harmony Lodge No. 261Milwaukee-Harmony Lodge No. 261 held their installation of officers on Jan. 7, at theNorthwest Masonic Center in Milwaukee. Front row (from left): Past Master EugeneMarcus, Counselor; Past Master Michael Hersh, Senior Deacon; Jason Freeman,Master; Tyler Sattler, Junior Deacon; and Past Master Jack Weimer, Chaplain. Backrow: Past Master Mark Pachefsky, Organist; Past Master Charles Wallens, Treasurer;Louis Plotkin, Senior Warden; Andy Pachefsky, Junior Warden; Past Master AllanLeeb, Tiler; Steven Meyerson, Senior Steward; and Past Master Lowell Scott, Secretary.Submitted by Bro. Lowell Scott, SecretaryPAGE 12 - WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH 2012

Lodges Install Officers for 2012Lodi Valley Lodge No. 99Shell Lake-Spooner Lodge No. 221Officers of Shell Lake-Spooner Lodge No. 221 were installed on Dec. 20, by PastGrand Master Kingman D. Loomis, assisted by Senior Grand Steward L. ArbyHumphrey, Installing Marshal; and District 1 Deputy Travis Hand. From left: ScottSmith, Secretary/Treasurer; Past Grand Master Darrell Aderman; Bob Scheff, Master;Brad Pederson, Junior Deacon; Bob Odell, Senior Warden; Lary Meier, Tiler; and SteveAnderson, Junior Warden.Photo by Martha RiedellOfficers of Lodi Valley Lodge No. 99 were installed on Dec.19. Front row (from left):Seth Markgraf, Senior Deacon; Greg Flanagan, Junior Warden; Mark Manke, SeniorWarden; James Capper, Master; Russell Hunt, Secretary; Scott Anderson, JuniorDeacon; and Mark Dixon, Senior Steward. Back row: Karl Markgraf, Junior Steward;David Brethorst, Chaplain; Martin Hunt, Tiler; Nathan Gindt, Treasurer. Following theinstallation, the annual oyster stew dinner was served.Submitted by Bro. Cal Cramer, News HawkPhillips Lodge No. 225Officers of Phillips Lodge No. 225 were installed on Dec. 19, by Grand Master DaveyL. White Jr. Front row (from left): Grand Secretary Michael A. DeWolf, PGM, InstallingMarshall; Scott Kiser, Chaplain; David Sonntag, Junior Warden; Grand Master Davey L.White Jr., Installing Master; Glenn Seitz, Master; Jerome Smart, Junior Deacon; DonMeetz, Junior Steward; and Past Grand Master Stephen D. Willett, Installing Chaplain;Back row: District 3 Deputy John C. Tilley; Ron Koerner, Tiler; John Smith, SeniorWarden; Lee Handschke, Senior Deacon; Don Schmidt, Secretary/Treasurer; GeorgeMartin, Senior Steward; and Tony Budaj, Counselor.Submitted by Bro. Glenn Seitz, MasterNathan Hale Lodge No. 350Nathan Hale Lodge No. 350 recently installed their officers for 2012. First row (fromleft): David Schaber, Chaplain; Bob Capen, Senior Warden; Kirk Poser, Master; KarlNaujock, Junior Warden; and Don Craig, Junior Steward. Back row: Edward R Cassel,Counselor; Butch Ledoux, Junior Deacon; Edward J Cassel, Secretary/Treasurer; andBard Serdan, Senior Steward.Submitted by Bro. Kirk Poser, MasterCommonwealth Lodge No. 325The 2012 officers of Commonwealth Lodge No. 325 were installed on January 4 at theMadison Masonic Center. Bro. Robert Canfield (Valley of Madison, Scottish Rite) wasInstalling Marshal and Past Master James Emery served as Installing Master.Commandery presented the American Flag and music was provided by Bro. AndyWillett. A dinner and fellowship followed the ceremony. Front row (from left): TrentKeast, Junior Deacon; Ryan Murphy, Senior Deacon; Chris Seifer, Treasurer; DominicFerraro, Master; James Emery, Trustee; and Joe Fleming, Secretary. Back row: ErikNielsen, Counselor; Greg Chille; Junior Steward; Channing Bloss, Junior Warden; MattIvens, Senior Warden; and Paul Krueger, Trustee.Submitted by Bro. Matt Ivens, Senior WardenEmail your submissions to wmjeditor@wisc-freemasonry.org.Baraboo Lodge No. 34Baraboo Lodge No. 34 officers for 2012. Front row (from left): Richard Plouffe, JuniorDeacon; Collin McAllister, Senior Warden; District 8 Deputy Marc Steiber; Brian Rich,Master; Keith Maas, Junior Warden; Aaron Kujak, and Senior Steward. Second Row;Calvin Whiteagle, Junior Steward; Dylan Baxter, Senior Deacon; Skip Blake, InstallingMaster and Counselor; Martin Blake, Installing Chaplin and Chaplin; Gilbert Welsh,Secretary; Jeff Stout, Treasurer; and George Mork, Installing Marshal and Tiler.Submitted by Bro. Brian Rich, Master – Photo by Bro. Phil MaasFamily and Friends Night atBaraboo Lodge March 21By Bro Brian RichBring your family and a non-Masonicfriend and come and enjoy an evening offellowship and a great meal at theBaraboo Masonic Center on March 21.Baraboo Lodge No. 34 is hosting theirannual Friends and Family Night at 6:30p.m.Past Grand Master John W. Wilke will bethe speaker for the evening following afantastic meal of corned beef, potatoesand cabbage (I mention cabbage lastbecause it is not traditionally Irish, and mySenior Warden claims to be of Royal Irishdecent).Last year, four non-Masons were presentand all four joined the Lodge. If you likecorned beef and cabbage, this event is amust!Contact Bro. Brian Rich at brian.insurance@hotmail.comor phone 608-477-3289.Send your questions about Freemasonry to:askhiram@wisc-freemasonry.org.WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH 2012 - 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.• 920-738-9220Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7 p.m.www.waverly51.org • Meets All YearArgyleArgyle Lodge No. 178104 E. Milwaukee St. • 608-523-4717Meet 2nd Thursday, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustAshlandAncient Landmark No. 210220 Sixth Ave. West • 715-682-29091st Wed., 7 p.m., Dark Jan. & Feb.ancientlandmarklodge210@gmail.comBaldwinCollins-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 • 715-372-4957 (Sec)Meet 2nd Tues. - 4th Tues. in June only7 p.m. Dark Jan., Feb. & MarchBarneveldBarneveld 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. 72Best Western Campus Inn, 815 ParkAve. • 920-885-2628 • 3rd Monday7 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m. Dark June-Aug.BeloitMorning Star Lodge No. 10229 W. Grand Ave. • 608-362-0422Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m.1st Wed. only in July & AugustBerlinBerlin Lodge No. 38124 E. Huron St. •920-361-9774 (Sec)Meets 7 p.m. 2nd & 4th Thurs. Jan.- Oct., andat 7 p.m. 2nd Thursday only, 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 • 715-284-5667Meet 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 Tuesday, 7 p.m.Dark July & AugustBrookfieldMcKinley Lodge No. 3074550 N. Pilgrim Rd. • 262-784-4176Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustStated Communicationsfor the Traveling Mason in WisconsinBrookfieldMyron 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.Dark July, AugustCamp 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. • 715-263-3101Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustClintonvilleClintonville Lodge No. 197N4435 Hwy D • 715-754-5250Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7:30 p.m.Dark January, February & MarchColumbusColumbus 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. • 715-473-2741 (Sec)Meet 2nd Tues. Apr.-June & Sept.-Dec.Meets 4th Tues. Mar.-May & July-Oct.CrivitzTri-County Daylite Lodge No. 218918 Louisa St. • Sec. 715-854-2111Meet 2nd Wednesday 10 a.m.Meets All YearDarlingtonEvening Star Lodge No. 64433 Wells St. • 608-776-4213 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7 p.m.Meets All YearDelavanSouthern Lakes Lodge No. 121007 S. 2nd St., 7 p.m. • 262-728-6556Meet 2nd & 4th Mon. Jan.-June & Sept.-Nov., 4th Mon. July-Aug. 1st Mon. Dec.DodgevilleDodgeville Lodge No. 119200 W. Chapel St. • 608-574-9075Meet 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 Hwy. 67 • 262-965-9417Meet 2nd Tuesday, 9:30 a.m.Dark JuneDurandDurand-Pepin Lodge No. 149203 W. Main St. • 715-672-8052 (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. • 415-832-7759 (Sec.)Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustEau ClaireGeorge B. Wheeler Lodge No. 351616 Graham Ave. • 715-864-6813Meet 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 7 p.m.Dark July & AugustEau ClaireSanctuary Lodge No. 347616 Graham Ave. • 715-835-1778Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 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. • 715-273-5230Meet 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).Meets 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. • 920-499-7265Meet 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. • 262-670-4982Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7 p.m.Dark July & AugustHaywardKeystone Lodge No. 26310629 Main St. • 715-634-8735 (Sec)Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7 p.m.Dark July & AugustHudsonSt. Croix Lodge No. 56209 Locust Street • 715-377-0817Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustJanesvilleJanesville-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. 47807 - 61st St. • 262-657-7631Meet 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 7 p.m.Meets All YearKenoshaSunrise Lodge No. 359807 61st St. • 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 Wisconsin Ave. • 608-271-5574Travel 1st Wed.& Stated 3rd Wed., 7 p.m.Meets All YearMadisonDoric Lodge No. 35685 S. Stoughton Rd. • 608-770-2928(Sec) • Meet 1st & 3rd Tues., 7 p.m.Meets All YearMadisonFour Lakes Daylite Lodge No. 362301 Wisconsin Ave. • 608-831-8946Meets 1st Mon. - 2nd Mon. if 1st isholiday wknd., 10 a.m. Meets All YearMadisonHiram Lodge No. 50310 Wisconsin Ave. • 608-209-4312Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:30 p.mDark 1st Mondays, July thru SeptemberMadisonMadison Lodge No. 5301 Wisconsin Ave. • 262-903-3770Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark 1st Thursday July & AugustManawaManawa Lodge No. 82520 N. Bridge St. • 920-596-0937Meet 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. • 715-735-9397Meet 3rd Tuesday, 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. • 715-748-6851 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd 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. 2375079 N. Hwy. 51 • 715-904-0400Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark December thru MarchMerrillVirginia 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 & MarchMiddletonMiddleton-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 & AugustMilwaukeeFreemasons Lodge No. 363790 N. Van Buren St. • 414-425-5166Meets 1st Wednesday, 5:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustMilwaukeeJames 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 Thursdays, 7 p.m.Dark July & AugustMilwaukeeMilwaukee-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.-March & July-Sept.MinocquaIsland City Lodge No. 3307529 Hwy 51 South • 715-358-9640(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. • 715-693-0345 (Master)Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m.Dark July & AugustMukwonagoLaflin-St. James Lodge No. 247206 S. Main St. • 262-392-9366Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustNeenahAppleton Lodge No. 349241 E. Wisconsin Ave. • 920-731-7355Meet 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 7 p.m.Dark July & AugustNeenah/MenashaTwin Cities Lodge No. 61241 E. Wisconsin Ave. • 920-722-3611Meets 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7 p.m.Dark August & SeptemberNeoshoNeosho-Mayville-Horicon No. 108128 E. Anthony St., Hustisford414-975-0516 • 1st & 3rd Tues. 7:30Dark July & AugustNew 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. Schuyler St. • 262-567-2354(Sec) Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustOconomowocOconomowoc-Hartland Lodge 42307 N. Lake Road • 262-567-9898Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustOcontoPine Lodge No. 188513 Superior Ave. • 920-604-2826Meet 2nd Wednesday, 7:30 p.m.Dark December & JanuaryOconto FallsOconto Falls Lodge No. 293170 N. Washington St. • 920-373-5747Meet 1st Mon., Sept. 2nd Mon., 7 p.m.Meets All YearLodge Listings are continued on page 15PAGE 14 - WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH 2012

Bro. Long is sixth generation MasonBro. Creighton Long, a sixth generation Mason, was raised on Jan.26 in Oregon Lodge No. 151. His degree was conferred by his fatherPast Master Martin Long and his grandfather Bro. Erwin “Bud” Sholtswas in attendance. Four of the generations were raised in OregonLodge. Bro. Creighton’s father was raised in 1993, his grandfather in1957 and his late great grandfather, Ralph Sholts Sr. was raised in1932. From left: Erwin “Bud” Sholts, Creighton Long, Martin Longand James “Bone” Goldsmith, Master.Photo by Rich RyghWilmot Lodge plunges for Special OlympicsOn February 11, a blustery 14 degree day, six intrepid travelers (andone female friend) from Wilmot Lodge No. 241 participated in ThePolar Plunge for The Special Olympics of Wisconsin. The team,wearing a uniform of printed heart aprons and headbands forValentine's Day, collected a total of $680 in donations before tearingoff their t-shits and plunging to their near-deaths into the icy, 26degree water. The 18,000 gallon pool was set up in the parking lot ofThe Brat Stop in Pleasant Prairie. Happily, all team members survivedand were revived with a beer shortly afterward. Team membersare (from left): Master Brian Vogt; Secretary Mike Wood; SeniorDeacon Todd Gorsuch; Fellow Craft Jim Penn; Senior Steward TimNedzweckas; friend of the lodge, Shawn Kislia; and Junior WardenBrian Wood.Submitted by Bro. Mike Wood, SecretaryCalendar continued from cover.JUNE1-2 168th Grand Lodge Annual Communication, Madison Masonic Center. Seestory on page 10.3 Baraboo Lodge No. 34, 11:00 a.m., lunch at noon. Take a child fishing dayand picnic, White Oak Pavilion, South Shore, Devils Lake State Park (No fishinglicense needed that day). Contact Bro. Brian Rich, brian.insurance@hotmail.comor (608) 477-3289.16 Masonic Unity Reception for Right Worshipful Deputy Grand Master DennisV. Siewert at “The Lodge” of Leatham Smith Resort, Sturgeon Bay. Receivingline and fellowship at 4:30 p.m., dinner at 6:15 p.m. See story on page 10.26 Milton Lodge No. 161 annual “Hillbilly Night” Rustic wear and lawn chairs areencouraged. Dinner at 6 :00 p.m., lodge meeting at 7:30 p.m.As a Member ofThe Grand Lodge F. & A. M. of WisconsinYou’ll Save Big . . .Spectrum Insurance Group is pleased to offer specialdiscount rates from Auto-Owners Insurance on auto,home, and personal umbrella insurance, plus multiplepolicy discounts and additional premium savings tomembers of The Grand Lodge Free & AcceptedMasons of Wisconsin. Buy life insurance or a CD fromAuto-Owners Insurance and receiveadditional discounts.Michelle MahnCall today and see how you’ll save!Spectrum Insurance Group7402 Stone Ridge Drive Ste. 3Weston, WI 54476(715) 355-4900Toll Free (877) 355-5705MichelleJesseExt. 5066 Ext. 5061Jesse FurrerStated Communications (continued from page 14)OmroOmro Lodge No. 168160 E. Main Street • 920-685-2798Meet 2nd Monday, 7 p.m.Dark January, February & MarchOnalaskaOnalaska 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. • 608-835-9236 (Sec)Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustOshkoshOshkosh Lodge No. 27204 Washington Ave. • 920-231-3410Meet 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 & AugustPalmyraPalmyra Lodge No. 68125 N. Third St. • 262-495-4887Meets 2nd Wednesday, 7:30 p.m.Meets All YearPewaukeePewaukee 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 • 608-349-6021Meet 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 Tuesdays, 2nd Tues., July-Aug., 7:30 p.m. Dark 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, 6:30 p.m. lunch,7:30 p.m. meeting. 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. • 715-262-5478 (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. • 715-790-1234Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7:30 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., 2nd Tues. Jan.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, 5:30 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. 25127-1/2 Water St. • 608-965-3414 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 8 p.m.Dark July & AugustSouth 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. • 608-873-9204Meet 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 .• 715-392-1398Meet 1st & 3rd Fridays, 7:30 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. • 920-647-0201 (Sec.)Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7 p.m.Dark Jan. & Feb. - last Monday of Dec.WauwatosaHenry L Palmer Lodge No. 3014315 N. 92nd St. • 414-463-8390Fridays, 7:30 p.m. Stated 4th FridayDark July & AugustWauwatosaWisconsin Lodge No. 134315 N. 92nd St. • 262-939-2985 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark June & JulyWest AllisDay-Lite Lodge No. 3587515 W. National Ave. • 414-257-9450Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 9 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, 7:30 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 Fox River Rd. • 224-627-6731 (Master)Meet 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 & AugustWisconsin DellsDells Lodge No. 124815 Oak St. • 608-254-8136Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & AugustWisconsin RapidsWisconsin Rapids Lodge No. 1282321 2nd Ave. So. • 715-423-2770Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7 p.m.Dark July & AugustSilas H. ShephardLodge of Research No. 1843307 N. Lake Rd., Oconomowoc • 262-369-54812nd SaturdayMarch, June, September, DecemberArmistead-BinghamLodge No. 1862Call Secretary at 815-623-8460 for next meetingdate & location g2minime@aol.comMeets 5th Saturdays, 1 p.m.WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH 2012 - PAGE 15

New Master MasonsEvening of Fellowship in JeffersonNew Master Masons at River FallsThe list of Master Masons keeps growing at River Falls Lodge No.109. Newly raised Brothers are shown here with Master DavidHoffman. Bro. Warren Kositza (left), was raised on Feb. 7 and Bro.Dan Toland (right), who received his Master Mason degree on Jan.24.Photo by Bro. Milt HelmerJefferson Co. Lodge No. 9 and Martha Chapter #66 OES hosted an evening of fellowship with a jointbeer and brat fry Feb 6. Top left: Bro. Daryl Haumschild prepares a brat. Top right: Bro. Noah Schultz,Master and Mitch and Ralph Behlke, Worthy Matron and Worthy Patron. Below: everyone enjoys thegood food and visiting with friends.Submitted by Mitch BehlkeNew Master Masons at Madison No. 5Bros. Ryan Wetley (left), raised on Jan. 28, and Jonatas D. DaSilva,raised on February 11, are the two newest Master Masons in MadisonLodge No. 5.Submitted by Bro. Ron Webster, Master168thGrand LodgeAnnual CommunicationJune 1 and 2, 2012Madison Masonic CenterDistrict 1Superior Lodge No. 236District 2Eau Claire Lodge No. 112District 3Forest Lodge No. 130District 4Tri County Daylite Lodge No. 218District 5Decora Lodge No. 177District 6Manawa Lodge No. 82Traveling GavelDistrict 7Lodi Valley Lodge No. 99District 8Melody Lodge No. 2District 9St John’s Lodge No. 57District 10Waupun Lodge No. 48District 11Unity Lodge No. 367District 12Nathan Hale No. 350Please check with the Master of the lodge listed before scheduling a trip toclaim the Traveling Gavel. It may already have been claimed by or deliveredto another lodge.WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH 2012 - PAGE 16

Bethel #6 Celebrates Chinese New YearBethel #78 installs officersBrethren from Baraboo Lodge No. 34 and other area lodges attendedthe Installation of Officers of Bethel #78 Job’s Daughters at theBaraboo Masonic Center on Jan. 8. Front row (from left): AiriannaRich, 3rd Messenger; Tierney Cutrell, Guide; Samantha Bachman,Honored Queen, Grand Bethel 3rd Messenger and Miss WisconsinCongeniality; Lindsey Fritz, Junior Princess; Karie Fritz, SeniorCustodian; and Tina Fritz, Chaplin. Second row: Jeff Stout; BrianRich, Master; Bruce Wimann, Eric Ott, Dells Lodge No. 124; EricWood, Reedsburg Lodge No. 79; and Richard Plouffe Third Row:Reggie Haskins and Vice Associate Grand Guardian WI JDI TerryBlake and Collin Mc Allister.Submitted by Bro. Brian RichWhitefish Bay Kung Fu Club and Job’s Daughters Bethel No. 6 celebrate the Chinese NewYear – the Year of the Dragon.By Dorothy CigaleBethel #6 of Milwaukee welcomedin the Chinese New Yearat the first meeting of the newterm.The Whitefish Bay Kung FuClub came to Bethel #6 and presentedthe Lion Dance.Bro. Chuck Carroll, Master ofWashington Lodge 1776 No.337, leader of the Whitefish BayKung Fu Club gave an interestingpresentation on the history andfacts about the Chinese NewYear, the Lions and the Dance.Three beautiful Lions manipulatedby members of the Kung FuClub danced around the room tothe beat of a drum and noisycymbals. It is customary to feedthe Lions when they are dancingso special envelopes were givento those in attendance.The money collected was designatedto be given to HIKE(Hearing Impaired Kids’Endowment) which is the Job’sDaughters philanthropic project.While the Lions danced, interestingantics happened culminatingwith the largest Lion spewing“fire” (confetti) from its mouth.The Kung Fu Club presentedHonored Queen Caitlyn Cigalewith a check for $88.88 to begiven to HIKE. Why the strangeamount? The number “8” islucky – and so was Bethel #6 tohave this special event to ring inthe Chinese New Year – the Yearof the Dragon.Bethel #44 raises funds for Shriner’s HospitalsBethel #44 of Sun Prairie, Job's Daughters International, devoted their fundraising activities in 2011 to theShriner's Hospitals for Children. During the spring term Madeline Westberg presided as Honored Queenand had two fundraisers for this worthwhile charity, an organized walk with pledges, prizes and sponsors,and a pound auction at her Masonic Family meeting. The fall term found Brianna Turner as HonoredQueen, and her idea to hold a raffle for a hot air balloon ride for two was a great success. The girls invitedShriners to attend their meeting on January 29, 2012 for a presentation of the checks. A total of $2,389was raised by the Bethel, and the checks will be sent to the Shriner's Hospitals for Children. Front row(from left): Noble Larry Herzog; Madeline Westberg, Past Honored Queen; Brianna Turner, Past HonoredQueen; and Noble Daryl Haumschild. Middle row: Amanda Herzog, Genevieve Haumschild and SusieRice. Back row: Kelly Engbring, Maddy Van Hollen and Shelby Mutter. What joy the girls found in knowingthey were helping other children. If you are interested in learning more about Job's Daughters visitwww.jobsdaughtersinternational.org.Submitted by Dorothy CigaleBro. Brian Ewald honored by TIMEBro. Brian Ewald was nominated and selected as Wisconsin’s AutoDealer of the year by TIME magazine at the National AutomobileDealers Association convention in Las Vegas on Feb. 4. He was oneof 47 finalists in the United States out of 70,000 dealers nationwideto earn the award. This is the third time the Ewald Automotive Grouphas earned this award. Bro. Brian’s father, Bro. Emil Ewald receivedthe award in 1998 and his brother, Bro. Craig Ewald received it in2002. Bro. Emil and his sons are members of Oconomowoc-HartlandLodge No. 42. From left: Bros. Craig, Brian, Dan and Tom Ewald.Submitted by Bro. Tom EwaldWisconsinMasonic CharitiesWilliam H. Barnes,Erika Miller,Director of DevelopmentDev. Office Coordinatorerika@wisc-freemasonry.orgWis. Concealed Carry LawBrethren:As many of you know Wisconsin has adopted a ConcealedCarry Law. After November 1st, 2011 those who have submittedthe proper paperwork and have received a permit from theDepartment of Justice will be able to carry weapons concealed,as well as open, in Wis. I have been asked numerous times whatthe position of the Grand Lodge is on this issue.Our position is and has always been that weapons are notallowed in the lodge room unless a Brother is in the employ of anagency that requires him to be armed at all times in the executionof his job. For those who are licensed to Carry, the lodge mayconsider the purchase of gun lockers with locks to allow aBrother to secure his weapon prior to entering a lodge room.If you have additional questions on this issue contact the GrandSecretary at 262-965-2200 Ext. 807.Fraternally,Grand Master Davey L. White Jr.PAGE 17 - WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH 2012

Amicitia, Evening Star and Olive Branch Lodges Honor LadiesGrand Master Davey L. White Jr. expresses his gratitude to the ladies for being the backbone of Freemasonry in Wisconsin.Senior Grand Warden Daniel L. Slavik commentson the strong bond between the Masonsof southwest Wisconsin.Photos by Rich RyghRyan Teasdale studies theprogram for the evening. Heattended with his father Bro.Chad Teasdale.First Lady Tammi White enjoys the fellowship.See story on page 7.Junior Grand Steward Scott E. Pedley, Master of Amicitia Lodge, hands a rose to Bro. Dick Bodell. Each Bro. received a rose to present to hislady.WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - MARCH 2012 - PAGE 18