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PUBLISHED AT THE CATHEDRAL, PHILADELPHIA, PA FALL • 2014

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Quick Look InsideThis IssueThe S.G.C.’s MessagePage #2

Message from the Office of the Secretary General, H.E., the Editor & Cathedral SecretaryPage #3

Annual USC Deputy’s MeetingPage #4

2014 Class Namesake & Class Page #5-6

Host Orient of the USC Session(SGIG Sidney BroadnaxMentorship “Cradle to College” & COCOD Golf ClassicPage #7-10

GIG Chester C. Christie Honored & MLK, Jr. #86 BanquetPage #11

Pictorials Meet & Greet “History Of Consistories” Friday Night Entertainment &

Saturday Night Gospel Show Fellowship Breakfast Morning Worship Service Re-Classification Ceremony Not Your Typical Cookout” O.G.C. Annual Meeting WI COD (GIG Kenneth Harris) Worship Memorial Services Grand Master’s Breakfast Committees

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G. Daniel Jones Dedication & CO COD Annual CookoutPage #20

Article Medical Committee & PA CODPage #21

Donations to the USC BF& SGIG Michael Askew (Alchemy)Page #22-25

Illinois COD Golf OutingPage #26

Pictorial: USC Session, Banquet & USCBF DonationsPage #27-29

Far East CODBack Page

The Fall BulletinOfficial Organ of the United Supreme Council

Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Prince Hall AffiliationNorthern Jurisdiction, U.S.A., Inc.

The BulletinPrinted twice each year by The United Supreme Council Ancient and

Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry. Prince Hall Affiliation, Northern Jurisdiction, U.S.A. Inc.

Sovereign Grand Commander: Dr. Solomon Wallace, 33ºEditor: Ill. Edward M. Brooks II, 33º • Photographer: Ill. George T. Smith, Sr., 33º

Associate Editors: Ill. Melvin Bazemore, 33º • Ill. Lorenzo Cruger, 33º • Ill. Raynard W. Hughes, 33º

Issued from The Cathedral, 1514 – 20 Fitzwater Street, Philadelphia, Pa., 19146-2123

On May 26, 2014 the United Supreme Council 133rd Annual Session convened at the Millennium Downtown Hotel in the Valley of Cincinnati, Orient of Ohio. Members of the Ohio Council Deliberation (OCOD) conferred the 33rd and last degree on the Samuel C. Hunter, Jr., Class of 2014, consisting of (141) members. Seated L to R: SGIG Steven P. Blackwell, Sr., OCOD Degree Team Coordinators, SGIG Sidney D. Broadnax, Deputy for Ohio, SGC Dr. Solomon Wallace and MWGM Darryl Smith, MWPHGL of Ohio. Standing rear; Members of the OCOD’s Degree Team and other OCOD Delegation members.

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Greetings,

I am pleased and honored to have served asyour SGC of this USC for over eight (8)years. Successes as well as challenges are a part of each year but I am thankful for the faithful group of leaders who help us overcome the adversities and continue to serve our great traditions.

This year, we continue to enjoy growth in our membership as well as a number of deserving elevations from GIG to SGIGstatus. In addition, we received tremendous support through voluntary donations to our Benevolent Foundation. Thank you for your generosity. With the close of our 2014 Annual Session, it was appropriate to pause and reflect on what we have accomplished. Moreover, we continue to seek new and innovative methods to do the business of our organization, with constant objectives of increasing effectiveness and efficiency.

I benefit greatly from the help of our officers as they assist me in addressing the many needs of the organization. Therefore; I place a great deal of time and effort into identifying, developing, and designating people who are willing and qualified to serve in leadership capacities. I thank you, each of you for all that you have done and continue to do on behalf of this organization.

The holiday season is approaching rapidly. Thanksgiving is close, when many will

ILLUSTRIOUS DR. SOLOMON WALLACE, 33˚SOVEREIGN GRAND COMMANDER

gather with family and friends to celebrate.Let me remind you to please take time to remember those who are less fortunate. They may not have the bounty of your feast nor friends and family with whom to share it. Christmas follows when many of you will receive and exchange gifts with loved ones. Just remember, God is love and that love is the greatest gift of all. Until we speak again, we pray that you and your family be blessed with love, hope, peace, and joy; not only during this holiday season but throughout the year.

God Loves you and so do I.

Fraternally,

Dr. Solomon Wallace, 33°Sovereign Grand Commander

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S.G.I.G. Edward M. Brooks II, 33ºEditor of the BulletinTo all, it has been requested by one of our readers that we should include a feedback page to the Bulletin. This being my ninth edition since being appointed as the Editor, I would like to hear your comment and recommendations. For the Spring Edition with administrative approval, I plan to add a comments page entitled “Speak to the Editor”. I hope that you have been pleased with my efforts and have enjoyed this newsletter. There is always room for improvement and with your constructive feedback we can make an attempt to get better. I would like to thank Ms. Renee Isaac, Ms. Debra Miles and SGIG George T. Smith Sr., for their contributions to the

Bulletin. I would also like to take this opportunity to wish you and your families a safe and joyful holiday season. Hope to see you at the next USC Session in Chicago, IL.I am still looking to hear from you the reader, to send in articles about Scottish Rite Masonry and interesting and informative articles about members of our organization. Please remember, the dead line for the fall edition is SEPTEMBER 1st and the spring edition is March 1st. Please forward all articles to me in a timely manner, so that no article will be left out. Please send clear glossy photos, separately with your article. Feel free to send your article and pictures via email at embrooksii@comcast.net. For those of you who are not comfortable with email you may send a hard copy of both the document and photos to 4 Independence Court, Boothwyn, PA., 19061. All pictures and articles will become the property of the Bulletin. If you would like your photo returned please provide a SASE and they will be returned. NOTE: Please submit all articles through your respective Deputy for review.

S.G.I.G. Lorenzo Cruger, 33ºSecretary General, H.E.

Greetings to all, by the time you receive this edition of the Bulletin. We will be approaching the end of the year and therefore it is time for you to start planning for the next United Supreme Council Session. Our session will be held in the Chicago, Illinois, aka “the Windy City.” You should start preparing now. The dates are May 25 and 26, 2015. It is not often that you have the opportunity to visit some of these cities, so you should take advantage of it by planning some extra days in your schedule and avail yourselves to some of the amenity the city has to offer. Remember your organization will be 134 years old and that in itself is something to celebrate. Look for the notice that should be out around the first of the year.

S.G.I.G. Raynard W. Hughes, 33ºCathedral Secretary

It is with humble submission that I greet you. I would like to give all praises to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for all his many blessings bestowed upon me. First, I would like to say that I am very appreciative to serve as your Cathedral Secretary for our historic fraternal organization.It is my hope that I will perform the duties of managing and overseeing our historic and grandiose facility. The Cathedral is not only our headquarters but it is a shining beacon throughout the historical United Supreme Council, U.S.A. Inc. Our archives are loaded with memories of the many Illustrious Peers that have been elevated in the Senate Chamber. Did you know that the Cathedral has a grand library full of Masonic literature, the Sovereigns Chair, and there is a Scottish-rite degree meeting room, which is presently being used today? I encourage you to visit the Cathedral when you are in the Philadelphia area to see this stupendous facility?The Cathedral is open daily for operations. However, if you are thinking about touring The Cathedral, the hours are as follows: Monday–Friday, 10:00AM – 3:30 PM, and weekends by appointment (for large groups). If you are thinking about touring the facility, please contact us at 215-545-2443. We look forward to seeing you in the near future.

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Fall EditionThe Annual Deputy and Overseer Meeting

Pictorial: On Friday, May 23, 2014 the Sovereign Grand Commander Dr. Solomon Wallace 33º, and his Cabinet of Officers, conducted the annual work shop for the Deputies, Overseers and included were the Assistants to the Deputies. This meeting took place at the Millennium Hotel, in the Valley of Cincinnati, Orient of Ohio. The meeting was very productive and all Orients consisting of the Northern Jurisdiction were represented. Also attending the meeting was MWGM Darryl Smith of the MWPHGL of Ohio.

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The Samuel C. Hunter, Jr., Class of 2014

S.G.I.G. Samuel C. Hunter, Jr., 33ºPikes Peak Consistory #81

Colorado Springs, ColoradoDate Made Mason: May 20, 1961

Date Elevation: May 12, 1969Date Active: May 21, 1990Sunrise: September 1, 1919Sunset: December 26, 2013

Elected OfficersPresident: Lonnie Jones II #20

1st Vice President: Guillermo J.M. Thorne, Sr., #982nd Vice President: Anton M. Rudolph, Sr., #10

Treasurer: Joseph L. Vincent, Jr., #104Secretary: Roosevelt Barrett, Jr., #44

Chaplain: Rev. Ronnie B. Tucker, Sr., #9

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Fall EditionClass of 2014 Roster

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ALASKACurtis E. Harris, Sr.Top of the World No. 102

BAHAMASIvan R. BrownJames E. Morley No. 73

CANADASheridan C. ButterfieldBeaver No. 74Cosmo E. ClarkeMt. Royal No. 97

CONNECTICUT David G. CarterHartford No. 80Richard M. GlaudeNew Haven No. 7

DELAWAREJames Gladney Sr.Courtney P. Houston, Jr. No. 119

EUROPEXavier C. AllenGustave M. Solomon No. 101Samuel L. BrownEureka No. 113 Julio C. ColonGustave M. Solomon No. 101Damien M. CunninghamGustave M. Solomon No. 101Jessie I. DaytonArarat No. 115Leonard B. DonaldsonGustave M. Solomon No. 101Antwan David DuganArarat No. 115Justin M. EspinozaGustave M. Solomon No. 101Quinton R. HollowayKaramursel No. 96Dedric J. KnoxEureka No. 113Ernest D. LucasEureka No. 113Tony C. McClureEureka No. 113Ellis W. ShortEureka No. 113Maurice L. StrawderArarat No. 115Garry TylerArarat No. 115Derondo T. WaltonArarat No. 115

FAR EASTTevin D. AusterKeystone No. 85Christopher C. BlackJohn J. Story No. 111Maurice JemisonJohn J. Story No. 111James B. Gilbert IIIJ. C. Logan No. 114Timothy O. Lester, Sr.J.C. Logan No. 114Clarence T. Parham, Jr.John J. Story No. 111Tyrone S. WatsonKeystone No. 85

IOWAJameel A. HameedWilliam F. Powell. No. 85

ILLINOISCharles L. AlexanderWestern No. 28Henry L. Barton IIIWestern No. 28Norville R. CarterWestern No. 28Anthony FlowersWestern No. 28Andrew M. Griffin IIIMarquette-Joliet No. 104Devinn D. Jones, Sr.Western No. 28Samuel A. MillardTyree No. 64Lelon R. Seabery, Jr.Tyree No. 64Joseph L. Vincent, Jr.Marquette-Joliet No. 104Fred Williams, Jr.Western No. 28Maurice WillisWestern No. 28Leo L. Wimberley, Jr.Western No. 28

INDIANAMichael AngelettiMagic City No. 62James E. BrokemondMagic City No. 62Russel D. RogersConstantine No. 25Willie B. WilsonConstantine No. 25

MASSACHUSETTSYves R. MaiguanSpringfield No. 89R. Henry TwiggsSpringfield No. 89John C. WilliamsHoly Sepulchre No. 17

MICHIGANJoseph M. Barkley, JrPeninsular No. 44Winford BarnesSaginaw Valley No. 71Roosevelt Barrett, Jr.Peninsular No. 44Tony O. DennisHomer E. Gaines No. 112Ocie Drake, Jr.Wolverine No. 6Darryl C. Dunlap, Sr.Wolverine No. 6

MINNESOTAAbraham JohnsonNorth Star No. 14Edward J. ThorntonNorth Star No. 14

NEW YORKVernon T. AmesKing David No. 3Jean E. ApollonUtica No. 61Thomas Beauford, Jr.Bison No. 29Alfonzo D. BrownUtica No.45Lloyd W. Brown IIKing David No. 3Louis BrownKing David No. 3

NEW YORK (CONT.)James CarterKing David No. 3Marco D. ClarkeKing David No. 3Nigel J. CudjoeKing David No. 3Gregory GattereauKing David No. 3Vernon W. GreeneUtica No. 45Willie B. HairstonUtica No. 45Robert HardingKing David No. 3Paul G. IngramPentecost No. 98Richard J. JackLong Island No. 61Jeffrey S. Johnson, Sr.Pentecost No. 98Willie A. KnightonUtica No. 45Albert MarshallUtica No. 45Percy McPhersonPentecost No. 98Robert D. NicholsonAlbany No. 90Percy J. Purdue, Sr.Long Island No. 61Darius G. PridgenBison No. 29Derrick A. SimonUtica No. 45Jerry SylvesterPentecost No. 98Guillermo J.M. Thorne, Sr.Pentecost No. 98Harmon A. Weston, Jr.Long Island No. 61Albert D. WilsonKing David No. 3

NEBRASKASolon BogardJoshua D. Kelley No. 27

NEW JERSEYCecil Allen, Jr.Douglass No. 10Stephen L. AlstonSardonias No. 41Frank H. Galloway IIIOphir No, 48Terrance M. GrimesDe Hugo No. 2Kevin D. HarrisSardonias No. 41Seymour C. Hundley IIIOphir No. 48Roy Y. RaglandMt. Calvary No. 22Herman M. RossMt. Calvary No. 22Anton M. RudolphDouglass No. 10

OHIOCharles E. Benning, Sr.Bezaleel No. 15Frank D. BillsSt. Matthews No. 24Willie F. ChattmanMiami No. 26

OHIO (CONT.)John W. ColvardKing Solomon No. 20Raymond L. Dalton, Jr.Bezaleel No. 15Tony DyeBezaleel No. 15Robert J. GarrettBezaleel No. 15Wesley C. GilliamL.D. Easton No. 21Rufus F. Gripper, Jr.L.D. Easton No. 21Riccardo V. HaynesBezaleel No. 15Aaron C. JacksonL.D. Easton No. 21Richard Johnson, Sr.Bezaleel No. 15Lonnie Jones IIKing Solomon No. 20Calvin L. MatthewsBezaleel No. 15Howard D. MelvinKing Solomon No. 20Gary A. Norton, Jr.Bezaleel No. 15Sherman Powell, JrSt. Matthews No. 24Bryon C. ReedBezaleel No. 15Charles M. ReedMiami No. 26Anthony W. ReynoldsMiami No. 26Raymond SheltonBezaleel No. 15LeRoy SteagallKing Solomon No. 20Reginald B. StewartBezaleel No. 15Brian K. SwannKing Solomon No. 20Walter V. SydnorKing Solomon No. 20George S. ThompsonBezaleel No. 15Oscar TriversBezaleel No. 15Joseph White, Sr.Bezaleel No. 15

PENNSYLVANIAJames CenturyDeMolay No. 1William J. DillDeMolay No. 1Aaron A. Ervin, Sr.Martin L. King, Jr. No. 86Roger A. GoldsmithCharles E. Gordon No. 65William J. HolmesSt. Cyprian No. 4Darryl JamesDeMolay No. 1Clifton MilliganMartin L. King, Jr. No. 86Darryl JamesDeMolay No. 1Fred MitchellDeMolay No. 1Gregory A. SharpNimrod No. 9Albertus ShawMartin L. King, Jr. No. 86

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The 133rd Annual Session of the United Supreme Council Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite Freemasons was held May 23-27, 2014 at the Millennium and the Hyatt Hotels in Cincinnati, Ohio.Under the leadership of

Sovereign Grand Commander (SGC) Dr. Solomon Wallace, 33º, Lt. Grand Commander Ill. Basil L. Sands 33º, and Grand Minister of State, Ill. Melvin J. Bazemore 33º and the Cabinet. This Annual Session was masterfully conducted to allow the members and families time for enjoyment and relaxation.It should be noted that Sovereign Grand Commander Deary Vaughn, 33º and his Delegation of the Southern Jurisdiction were unable to attend this session due to the funeral services for their long time Convention Director SGIG Hubert Reese 33º. As General Chairman, and on behalf of the Members of the Ohio Council of Deliberation (OCOD), along with our Most Worshipful Grand Master (MWGM) Darryl R. Smith and the Loyal Ladies of the Ohio Grand Assembly (OGA), it was our honor and pleasure to serve as your host and hope that everyone enjoyed themselves. Hoping that you enjoyed the: “Taste of Cincinnati”; “Cincinnati Reds vs L.A. Dodgers Baseball”; “Casino” entertainment, the “Underground Railroad” and the many other activities during your stay in Cincinnati. Our goal was to maintain the high quality of programs that have been done by previousHOSTS and from your comments we believe that this mission was accomplished.SGIG Charles W. Hales 33º Convention Director, SGIG Carl A. Williams 33º Asst. Director and his Department did their usual outstanding job in seeing that everyone was welcomed on their arrival, a smooth check-

in, their planning of all the breakfasts, lunches, banquet, all events, and the vendors. It was an awesome job ….. Well Done!

The United Supreme Council Transportation Department - SGIGs Joseph L. Tyner, Carlee London, local coordinator GIG Robert L. Jones and the volunteer drivers from King Solomon Consistory #20 are to be commended for doing such an outstanding job.

Special thanks go out to Ms. Renee Isaac,USC Office Secretary and the USC Registration Staff for doing their usual outstanding job.

Friday - May 23, 2014The Deputy’s, Overseers and their Assistants held their meeting with SGC Dr. Solomon Wallace, 33º presiding. MWGM Darryl R. Smith brought greetings and welcomed everyone present.

Evening Entertainment - Chairman GIG Gerald S. Friason, L.L. Pat Matthews, #34 and the committee provided a Show and Dance, featuring “The Soul Pocket Band”who gave us a unique blend of entertainment from their diverse experience laying down all your favorites from Motown, R&B, Soul, Disco, Funk and Rock. The show time was from 8:00 - 11:00 PM to allow those to eat dinner and the late arrivals to attend, relax, and enjoy.

Sunday - May 25, 2014The SGC Dr. Wallace and United Supreme Council hosted the Annual Fellowship Breakfast for the visiting Sovereign Grand Commander’s and their Delegations, Imperial Potentate Homer L. Buchanan, 33°, and his Officers; and the Active Membership and their wives.Morning Worship service was officiated by Rev. Dr. Wilton E. Blake, I; SGIGBarrington W. Lessene, Director of the USC Mass Choir; SGIG George H. Spaulding Organist and the USC Mass Choirprovided inspiring music. SGIG Rev. Dr. Gregory R. Smith, Pastor of Mount Hope

African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church of New York brought us an inspiring message. At the conclusion, Rev. Dr. Otis Moss, Jr. was requested to give a special closing message and the benediction ------THEN the fire alarm went off. Rev. Moss continued by quoting scriptures; the Sovereign Grand Commander, Cabinet, Deputies, Active Members, and the Ministerial Staff remained in place while everyone filed out peacefully-------------then the alarm was canceled. USC Health Symposium conducted by SGIG Chester C. Pryor, II and the Medical Staff was very enlightening and many health questions were answered. USC Memorial Service – was officiated by the Ill. Grand Prior SGIG Rev. G. Daniels Jones.

Monday - May 26, 2014MWGM Darryl R. Smith and the MWPHGL of Ohio hosted a delicious Breakfast for the United Supreme Council Officers, Visiting Sovereign Grand Commanders and their Delegations, Visiting Grand Masters, Imperial Potentate Homer L. Buchanan and his Officers; and the Active Membership and their wives.GIG Lawrence Coleman, Sr., 33º Ill. CIC and the Members of King Solomon Consistory #20, did an outstanding job with the opening. SGIG Basil L. Sands Lt. Grand Commander was received into the Chamber to conduct the receptions of the Honorable Dr. Solomon Wallace, 33º Sovereign Grand Commander; visiting masonic delegations, MWGM Darryl R. Smith, 33º, visiting Grand Masters and the President of the Conference of Grand Master, John Bettis 33º MWPGM of New Jersey. Sovereign Grand Commander Dr. Solomon Wallace gave an outstanding allocution which was well received.After lunch, the Exaltation of the 33rd

Degree on the “Samuel C. Hunter Class of 2014” was conferred by the OCOD 33rd

Degree Team, under the Direction of SGIGStephen P. Blackwell, Sr., Assistant to the

SUMMARY OF ACTIVITIES FROM THE HOST The Orient of Ohio/Valley of Cincinnati133rd United Supreme Council Session

SGIG Sidney D. Broadnax, Jr., 33º - Illustrious Deputy for Ohio

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PENNSYLVANIA (CONT.)David L. Shell, Sr.Nimrod No. 9Eugene F. Smack, Jr.DeMolay No. 1

PENNSYLVANIA (CONT.)Sean R. SneadMartin L. King, Jr. No. 86Ronnie B. Tucker, Sr.Nimrod No. 9

WASHINGTON/OREGONEarlie L. Hudson, Sr.Prince Hall No. 67Carl T. McDanielsCascadian No. 75

WISCONSINAnthony J. McGaughy, Sr.Ionic No. 70Travis L. White, Sr.Ionic No. 70

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Saving the African American Male:“From Cradle to College”

A Vision – SGC Solomon Wallace, 33º2013/2014 School Year Annual Reports

SGIG Horace J. Jackson, 33º, Executive Director

Congratulations are again in order to our Mentors! We have completed five years of successfully promoting the Sovereign Grand Commander’s Vision of Saving the African

American Male: “From Cradle to College”. We have accomplished much we can be proud of but, we still have much to do. We continue to have unwavering support of the Deputies of the Orients involved in the program and all the Fraters who volunteer their time and energy. We are looking forward to more success in the coming school year.

A condensed summary of the Annual Reports for the 2013-2014 School Year follows:

Orient of Illinois/Valley of ChicagoSGIG Melvin Frierson, 33º - Deputy of the OrientSGIG Homer Walton, 33º - Coordinator

Target School: Simeon Career Academy

Mentors: SGIGs Homer Walton, Charles Burns, GIGs Devinn Jones, Ted Green, SPs Ernest Young, Marshal Coe, Clifford Brown

Western Consistory #28 is thanked for its participation in the Sovereign Grand Commander’s program of “Saving the African American Male from Cradle to College”. The mentoring program was co-sponsored with Simeon Career Academy’s “Young Men of Pride”. In February, five Mentors and eleven Mentees attended the Chicago Auto Show and a good time was had by all (the Mentors provided transportation and food for this activity). A special thanks to SGIG Charles Burns for his monetary donation for this event. Some of our Mentees attended a Cornerstone Laying Ceremony performed by the Grand Lodges of A.F. & A.M. and Prince Hall F & A.M. It was a great experience for them.

In May some of our Mentees participated in an overnight “lock-in” at the school, where they engaged in various social and athletic activities over a twelve hour period, with Mentor supervision. We are looking forward to next year!

Orient of Massachusetts/Valley of BostonSGIG Henry L. Owens, 33º - Deputy of the OrientMentoring Coordinators: SGIG Ian G. Wilson and GIG Justin A. Petty

This report is an update on the status of our mentoring program, Saving the American Male: “From Cradle to College” for the Orient of Massachusetts. On April 4, 2014 our organizational committee visited

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Deputy; GIG Charles E. Williams, Co-Director; Advisors - SGIG Kenneth E. Lewis #21, SGIG Ted Patton #24, and SGIG Carl A. Williams #15. Our goal was to continue the tradition of outstanding degree work that has been done by previous Orients. Our success can only be attributed to the challenge that the Orients set for each other; and the quality of degree work that is always done in our Northern Jurisdiction. I commend the team for working hard throughout the year preparing and once again, doing an outstanding job. The Orient Degree Teams started in Ohio with the Class of 2008. The Annual Banquet was held on Monday evening at the Hyatt Hotel. Highlights included – A Special Presentation “Recognizing the Veterans and remembering our deceased Military Members”. Songs of each Military Branch was sung by GIG Lawrence E. Coleman, CIC #20 and apowerful prayer in memory of our deceased veterans given by SGIG Dr. Wilton E. Blake I. This ceremony was unique and splendid! MWGM Darryl R. Smith, 33º brought greetings; USC Annual Donations to various organizations was presented; the Ill. Grand Master of Ceremony SGIG Jerry Springer presented the “Samuel C. Hunter, Jr., Class of 2014” and its President GIG Lonnie Jones II who on behalf of the class, made a generous donation to the Benevolent Foundation and a donation to Mrs. Minnie Ray Hunter and family. As customary, several classes made their annual donation for the Benevolent Foundation to our SGC

Dr. Solomon Wallace, 33º, who, upon completion, introduced SGC William J. McNaughton of the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction for remarks and then concluded the evening with closing remarks.Tuesday, May 27th – Completion ofbusiness was conducted by Grand Minister of State SGIG Melvin J. Bazemore, 33º with closing remarks from the Sovereign Grand Commander, Imperial Potentate, MW Grand Master and closing prayer. I want to give SPECIAL THANKS to my Local Chairman SGIG Eddie L. Mallory and the various committees for working hard to make it successful. The Kit CommitteeChairman GIG Ernest Farrier, his Co-Chairs, LL Margaret Farrier, Willie J. Forte, GIG Jerry Jones, and committee; Souvenir Journal Chairman GIG Maxwell G. Davis; Co-Chairman GIG Melvin Pyles, GIG Odell Robinson and Willie J. Forte for all of their hard work; “J & L Graphics” (GIG Eston Lucky Wilson and wife L.L. Joan) for printing an outstanding journal. This Journal was greatly supported by the Illustrious Deputies and their Orients, Departments, the various Classes,Individuals and Groups not named. Let us continue with the outstanding support to Ill. Deputy SGIG Melvin Frierson and the Orient of Illinois with their programs and journal for 2015.

Highlights of the Tours and Entertainment for the Visiting Ladies

State Grand Loyal Lady Ruler Sharon I. Coleman, General Chairperson; and the

various committees from Dove Assembly #34 of Cincinnati, supported by the Ohio Grand Assemblies provided outstanding tours and entertainment for the Visiting Ladies.On Saturday, May 24th - a 2-hour “City Tour of the Cincinnati-Metropolitan Area” ending at the Theodore M. Berry Center where they enjoyed a “not your typical cookout”. It was a splendid indoor-outdoor cookout! The Sovereign Grand Commander, his Cabinet and some of the Deputies were treated to lunch. This center was named after GIG Theodore M. Berry (deceased) who was the first African American Mayor for the City of Cincinnati.On Sunday, May 25th - The "Loyal Ladies of the Golden Circle” Annual meeting was conducted by Ill. Robert Thomas Deputy (IN) and his Committee, Ill. William R. Starks, Deputy (WI) and Ill. Leon J. Battle, Deputy (DE). A “Special Feature was presented by” Miami Assembly #22 – LL Ruler Barbara Wilson and under the direction of LL M. Francine Washington. This was a super performance. Sunday evening a “Reception for Loyal Ladies" was given by the United Supreme Council.On Monday - The “Party Entertainment and Luncheon Cruise” was held on the "Celebration Riverboat Cruise Line". They were entertained by The Everett Moore Trio. Everyone had Great Fun!

Your timely responses helped committee’s with successful planning. Thanks!

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the Jeremiah E. Burke High School of Dorchester, MA, which is the target school for our mentoring program within the Boston Public School System. At this meeting, we were introduced to Principal Linda McIntyre and members of her staff by Dr. Carroll Blake, Executive Director of the Achievement Gap and our direct liaison to the School Department. We discussed the overall goals for the program and informed the school that it is our hope to go online this fall. All of our Volunteers have been contacted and a workshop on “How to be a Good and Effective Mentor” was held on Saturday, August 16, 2014. The workshop was conducted by Dr. Blake. We are looking forward to the 2014/2015 School Year with anticipation and enthusiasms.

Orient of Michigan/Valley of DetroitSGIG Christopher Buck, 33º - Deputy of the OrientGIG Horace J. Jackson, 33º - Coordinator

School District: Detroit Public SchoolsTarget School: Martin Luther King, Jr. Senior High SchoolCharter School: Allen Academy, Detroit, Michigan

Mentors: SGIGs Horace J. Jackson (Chairman), Clarence Stone, Sr., Advisor, Wayne E. Phillips, GIGs John Clowney, Kenneth Carter, Lee Yancy, Karl E. D’Abreu, Sr. and SP Kevin Leapheart (CIC #6)

In June we concluded our fifth year of the Sovereign Grand Commander’s Mentoring Program. As always, the Michigan Council of Deliberation, Wolverine Consistory #6, and the Wolverine Consistory #6 Eagles Club, have given us their unwavering support and to them we give our heartfelt thanks.

The Wolverine Consistory #6 Mentors have volunteered 2,258 hours of service during the 2013/2014 school year. The total includes 438 hours provided to Martin Luther King, Jr. High School and 1,820 hours provided to Allen Academy. A, very special thanks goes out to SGIG Wayne E. Phillips who headed up our program at Allen Academy. The total hours include those of about fifty Prince Hall Masons (including Fraters of Wolverine Consistory #6), Eastern Stars Sisters, and Marracci Temple #13 Shriners who participated with us in the Fifth Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration and Legacy March, held at Martin Luther King, Jr. High School in January.

Three of our mentees graduated this year. Of the three, two have received scholarships to Historically Black Colleges and one intends to enlist in the United States Army. Thus far (through five years) our Mentees have a 100% graduation rate!

With the assistance of GIG Karl D’Abreu, Sr., a collaborative partnership has been developed with the City of Detroit/NCADD (National Council on Alcohol and Drug Dependency) Youth Programs. And five Mentees received summer employment.

Dr. Deborah Jenkins and Mr. Richard Walker, Principal and the Assistant Principal, respectively, of Martin Luther King, Jr. Senior High School, have continued to welcome and support our program for the last five years. This is our first year working with Ms. Monique Phillips, the Principal of Allen Academy, who has enthusiastically embraced our program, and we look forward to working with both schools in the future.

Orient of Ohio/Valley of ClevelandSGIG Sidney D. Broadnax, Jr., 33º - Deputy of the OrientCoordinator: GIG Mark A. Ledger

School District: Cleveland Metropolitan School DistrictCEO: Dr. Eric GordonTarget School: John Adams High School Principal: Mr. Damion HolmesMentoring Liaison: Mr. Brian Simmons

Mentors: SGIGs Leonard B. Jackson (Chairmen), Carl A. Williams (Co-Chairman), William E. Spence (CIC), Charles W. Hales, Ival Angle, Rev. Hilton O. Smith, Leo C. Beavers, GIGs Mark A. Ledger, Louis C. Croheron, Gregory F. Clifford, Preston Pickett, James O. Provitt, Terrell Pruitt, Edward Washington, Richard Maxey, and SP Amon Gamble.

Bezaleel Consistory #15 has mentored John Adams High School for five years and our Mentoring Fraters are greatly appreciated and provide our program tremendous resources, for example; SGIG Leonard B. Jackson is the Commissioner of Athletics for the District and GIG Mark A. Ledger is a Retired Teacher of the District. All of our mentoring Fraters provide us with superior efforts and we can’t thank them enough. And we also appreciate the assistance of Mr. Brian Simmons (the Mentoring Liaison) who has assisted our Fraters for five years as they have mentored the young men at the school (he is also the LINKS Program Coordinator for the school).

Our program ran for a total of eight (8) weeks, during the eight (8) weeks we worked with the Mentees on the following: Tutoring, Study Skills, Cognitive Listening Skills, Test Taking Preparation, Time Management Skills and Career Awareness. A number of Guest Speakers came in and spoke to the Mentees and the Mentees were taken on Field Trips.

Bezaleel Consistory #15 Mentors provided a total of 1579 hours of service for the 2013/2014 school year. We have three Mentees thathave been in the program for the past four years and are now graduating:

1. John Franklin will be attending Morehouse College and playing football.2. Orlando Hopson will be traveling to France to study and see Europe.3. Uris Solomon, a member of the Order of Pythagoras Lake Erie Chapter, will

be attending Cuyahoga Community College and has received an internship with Cleveland Public Power Company.

4. Bezaleel Consistory is very proud of these three young men, as well as all of the young men in the mentoring program.

Orient of Pennsylvania/Valley of PhiladelphiaSGIG George M. Calloway, 33º - Deputy of the OrientDirector of Mentoring: GIG Dr. Norman K. Spencer, 33ºSchool Principal: SP John Spencer

School District: Philadelphia Pennsylvania, School Target School: Samuel B. Huey School

Mentors: SGIGs Otis Hightower, Barrington Lessene, Eugene Sanders, GIGsWilliam Crawford, George Dixon, Lee Patience, Benjamin Robinson, Thomas Vaughan and Robert Wyatt PMWGM

Community Mentors: Rev. John Coger, Dr. Stephen Jones and Ralph Taylor

The need to support young African American males has been extensively researched and documented. Equally there is the need for a nationally recognized male oriented African American organization to meet that challenge. Sovereign Grand Commander, Dr. Solomon Wallace’s vision in 2006 to save the African American males from the cradle to college is a challenge coming to fulfillment in the Orient of Pennsylvania, Valley of Philadelphia. We are extremely proud to say we have provided three years of mentoring services to the same 25 students (2011-2014 grades 6 thru grade 8)!!!

Throughout this school year we had at least five Mentors at each mentoring session and we promoted the following themes:

1. African-American history2. Career awareness and self-assuredness3. Leadership and teamwork

This school year we involved our Mentees in several activities; a few of which are listed here:

1. Making a video of Martin Luther King’s 1963 March on Washington speech, which consisted of more than “I have a dream” segment. This video included the mentors and students. Each Mentor and student received a DVD of the project.

2. We made a video entitled “Black History” written by Ralph Taylor and the students read individual parts of the poem.

3. We also introduce the young men to the sport of golf. 4. The Mentoring program reinforced the students’ knowledge of cursive

writing and the need for students to be able to sign their signature and initials.

This has been another successful year in the Orient of Pennsylvania, in promoting the Sovereign Grand Commander’s Program and we are looking forward to the next school year.

Fall EditionOrient of Wash and Ore/Valley of TacomaSGIG Daniel L. Lunsford, 33º - Deputy of the OrientCoordinator: SGIG Julian Harris

School District: Tacoma School DistrictSuperintendent: Dr. Carla SantornoTarget School: Foss High School, Tacoma, WA

School District: Pasco School DistrictSuperintendent: Saundra HillTarget School: Pasco High School, Pasco, WAMentors: SGIG Julian Harris, GIGs Donald Scott, Vincent, Opris King and Donald Bell

Many thanks to SGIG Harris who spearheaded the mentoring program here in the Orient of Washington and Oregon. Our Mentees are actually talking about going to college, which is something many of their peers do not consider. Our program gives us a good way to have face to face interaction with teenagers who need someone to talk to about things they don’t understand or things they are afraid to speak about with others.

Our Fraters use the team method of mentoring and are with the Mentees at least three days per week. We talk about skills development, organizational/cultural development, and many other topics. Our Mentors engage in “Active Listening”. They listen to, empathize with, and care about the Mentees. And we get positive and constructive feedback from the youth.

All of our Mentors provide excellent mentoring and leadership skills. SGIG Harris and GIG Scott, as well as the other Mentors, provide the Mentees with tremendous role models. GIG King is coaching youth while mentoring to them at the same time. GIG Bell is helping Mentees with Math lessons (utilizing his engineering background). GIG Brown is providing information concerning Computer Systems as well as Computer Programming.

We are encouraged by the responses we get from the Mentees and the Mentors enjoy working with the youth. We hope to attract more Fraters into our program, for we believe the bigger our Mentoring program is, the bigger the impact we can have on our youth. This program provides an excellent vehicle whereby good men can give back to their community.

The Orient of Washington and Oregon continues to whole heartedly embrace the Sovereign Grand Commander’s Program of “Saving the African American Male from Cradle to College” and we’re ready for the next school year.

The Connecticut Prince Hall Scholarship Fund, Inc., a tax exempt 501c3 foundation established in 2005 under the administration of Ill. Deputy Alfred Lobo, sponsored its Seventh Annual Scholarship Golf Classic at the Laurel View Country Club on August 16, 2014. The vision of the Fund is to provide financial support to achieving high school students who have

allowed the Fund to award one Five Hundred Dollar award to Marcus J. Williams and one to Gilliam F. Wilson. Marcus has enrolled at Three Rivers Community College and Gilliam who has matriculated at South Carolina State College. We wish them well in their goals.

On the golf course the Mayo Team of Ill.

Reginald Mayo, Ernest Mosley, Maurice Mosley and Bill Dixon were the winners with a score of two under par with the Cherry Team of Deputy Edward Cherry, Ill. Robert Horn, SP Wayne Ricks and WTNHTV New Anchor Keith Kountz came in second with a score of one under par. PM Earl Thompson captured the women’s Long Drive trophy with Kathy Graves taking the Closest to the Pin prize. Ill. Stewart and his wife Karen are to be congratulated for their excellent work in seeing that this tournament would be successful; LL Carol Hunter is to be congratulated for her continuous support of programs of the Scottish Rite and this tournament in particular with her heading up the Volunteers and Raffle portion of the event. Thanks to SGIG Charles Paris for his hard work as the top fundraiser for the tournament.

Orient’s Ill. Grand Prior’s DaughterAppointed Interim EPA General Council

We are pleased to announce that Brenda Mallory, the daughter of Ill. Thomas Mallory, the Ill. Grand Prior Emeritus of the Connecticut Council of Deliberation, will join the Council on Environmental Quality as General Counsel.The agency’s spokesperson noted that Ms. Mallory, a graduate of Westover High School of Middlebury, CT., Yale University and the Columbia University Law School, brings 28 years of experience that will support the agency’s work to cut carbon pollution, build a clean energy economy, and protect our air, land and water. It was further stated that Brenda will be a valuable part of the team working across the Administration to meet President Obama’s energy and environmental goals. Congratulations Brenda for your accomplishments and good luck from all of us.

Haven #7 Consistory Day ProgramIn an effort to introduce more Master Masons to the Scottish Rite, New Haven Consistory held its first Consistory Day program on the grounds of the historical Temple known historically as the Goffe Street Special School for Colored Children, the first school built for Black children in the State of Connecticut. The event attended by Deputy Cherry is designed to gather Master Masons and members of the local Consistory in a casual social cook-out environment so as to get to know them as members of the Scottish Rite in their area and make them aware of the Vision of the Scottish Rite so as to make them interested enough to become members of the Rite. Ill. Commander-in-Chief Web Hallman and his cabinet welcomed and introduced the visiting Master Masons to the many Fraters and Illustrious Sirs in attendance. Applications were available which were signed and turned in to the Illustrious Secretary. A good afternoon was enjoyed by all.

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Pictured L to R: SP Wayne Ricks, Deputy Cherry and Keith Kountz, tournament 2nd Place winners.

Pictured: Cathy Graves (L) and Kyle Ballou are the Women’s skills winners of the long drive & closest to the pin.

Connecticut Council of DeliberationSeventh Annual Scholarship Golf Classic

Submitted by SGIG Edward Cherry Deputy for Connecticut

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Chester C. Christie took an elective course in Labor law at the Moritz College of Law at the Ohio State University because he thought it sounded interesting.That single course led to

a 30-year career serving the public-sector employees from both the labor and management sides of the table to ensure that “human” was never forgotten when it came to human resources.Now, the New York native readies to retire as the City of Columbus’ director of theDepartment of Human Resources - and Mayor Michael Coleman’s longest serving cabinet member--but not before bringing home the 2014 HR Excellence Award for Lifetime Achievement. Christie has been serving the residents of Columbus since 2000, when he was selected to lead Coleman’s HR team after the mayor was first elected. Christie had already proven himself a dedicated public servant, having served as general counsel

Officers and members of the Martin Luther King Jr. Consistory #86, held their Annual Awards Banquet at the Williamson’s Restaurant in Horsham, PA., on July 19, 2014, honouring the following; Edward M. Curtis, Councilman, Ambler Borough and five of its members, SGIG Andrew E. “Jack” Morris, GIGs Juan Bacote, Howard E. Dade Sr., Oscar Vance and SP Elmer Keith Evans, with GIG Otis Guinyard,

Photo by Tim Johnson

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Employees here, in general, feel very at-home. We see that by the number of peoplewho want to work and want to stay employed. Chet deserves a lot of the credit. He sets the tone, makes employees feel cared for, recognized and (that they) receive training.” Christie will bid the city farewell at the end of the year to spend more time with his wife, Cheryl, who retired in March. The two plan to travel and volunteer, and basically enjoy a life that has less time restrictions.GIG Christie’s lifetime of exemplary leadership also extends outside of his usual vocation. He served as the Illustrious Potentate (Alla Baba #53, 1997); Worshipful Master (St. Marks #7, 1989)—both of Columbus Ohio; and is currently the Junior Grand Warden of the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Ohio. Illustrious Christie is a proud member of the Courtney P. Houston Jr. Class of 2006 and Phi Beta SigmaFraternity, Inc. Also of note Mayor Michael B. Coleman, is a member of St. Marks #7 as well.

for the Ohio Civil Service Employees Association, administrative-law judge for the State of Ohio Employment Relations Board and deputy director of the Ohio Department of Youth Services’ Human Resources Division.His expertise included representing unions in their dealings with management and representing management in dealing with unions. Christie’s commitment to city employees, however, goes far beyond simple job duties.He has made the city a standout employer for its policies on supporting veterans and current members of the military, brought attention to issues like health insurance for domestic partners, and developed policies around employee health and wellness, nursing mothers in the workplace, and high school and college internship programs.“It is a tribute to Chet how much people like working for the city of Columbus,” says Dan Williamson, spokesman for Mayor Coleman. “I think, for a lot of people, large government might feel impersonal. That is not the case here.

Columbus CEO Magazine Honors GIG Chester C. Christie 33º with their

2014 HR Excellence Award for “Lifetime Achievement”Excerpted from Columbus CEO Magazine, August 2014

Written by Arlene Edmonds

serving as Master of Ceremonies. Martin Luther King Jr., banquet event proceeds allows them to continue their charitable endeavours in the community. The organization annually awards two scholarships to deserving students residing in the Montgomery County area, along with other projects that are designed to assist communities in need.

Mr. Curtis received a community citizen’s award based on his service to the citizens of Montgomery County while serving as Ambler Borough Council Chairman of Parks and Recreation and now as chairman of public safety. He is a 23-year veteran of the Riverside, N.J. Police Department where he retired at the rank of corporal. Mr. Curtis is a graduate of Montgomery County Community College where he earned an associate’s degree in criminal justice.

The Scottish Rite honorees were selected

for this recognition, based on their contribu-tions to the United Supreme Council. Two of the honorees, SGIG Andrew E. “Jack” Morris and SP Elmer K. Evans, who are 90 and 92 years of age respectively, are still active in the fraternity. “These men are very engaged in the Masonic order and show no signs of slowing down.”Those notables attending the banquet were: Dr. Solomon Wallace, Sovereign Grand Commander, United Supreme Council, Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Prince Hall Affiliation, Northern Jurisdiction, U.S.A.; SGIGs George M. Calloway, Illustrious Deputy for the Orient of Pennsylvania, Raynard W. Hughes, Cathedral Secretary, United Supreme Council, Otis L. Hightower Jr., Assistant to the Deputy for Pennsylvania; GIG Nelson M. Polite, President of the PA Commanders of the Rite, SGIG Brian I. Austin, Dr. Clifford E. DeBaptiste;, Ill. CIC GIG Sean R. Snead and his core officers.

Pictured (L): SGIG Dr. Clifford E. DeBaptiste, two of the Honorees SGIG Andrew “Jack” Morris and SP Elmer K. Evans

Martin Luther King Jr., Consistory #86Annual Awards Banquet

Submitted by SGIG Elmer Evans

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Pictorial: On Friday, May 25, 2012, members of the United Supreme Council for the Northern Jurisdiction, PHA, USA and members from the Class of 2014, began arriving at the Millennium Hotel, Cincinnati, Ohio, for the 2014 USC Session.

“Our History Should Not Be a Mystery”Do You Know Where Your Consistory’s Name Originated

Submitted By: GIG Reginald Stewart 33º – Bezaleel #15

Pictorial – U.S.C. Session Meet and Greet

If you don’t know where you came from you will not know where youare going. From the time of the formation of our great United Supreme Council

(going strong 133 years since the union) we have grown steadily to encompass 119 numbered consistories in the jurisdiction. Many of them are named after great men in Prince Hall masonry. Others derive their names from books of the Bible or the people within. And still others are merely named for the location where they are located. Some of these consistories no longer exist. When possible, background on the reason for the selection of their names or the person they are named after will be included. Whatever the case may be the stories behind the name of one’s Consistory should be known. Many can say they are proud members “XYZ Consistory #33”, but have no idea why they should be so proud.

Through the next few issues of

The Bulletin I will present background on how and/or why our Consistories are named as they are along with general histories thereof when available.

Special thanks is accorded to Sovereign Grand Commander Solomon Wallace 33º and Sovereign Grand Inspector General Edward M. Brooks II 33º.

Bezaleel #15Valley of Cleveland - Orient of Ohio

Chartered – July 18, 1906

Bezaleel—one of five Consistories in the Orient of Ohio—was an excellent choice for a name it is the largest Consistory in thejurisdiction and as you will

read further, has produced numerous masonic and social “architects”.

Our Convention Director SGIG Charles W. Hales 33º; Assistant Convention Director SGIG Carl A. Williams 33º; and nationally renowned civil rights activist and pastor SGIG Otis Moss Jr. 33º all hail from Bezaleel.

At least four members had the ultimate

honor of a class of Grand InspectorGenerals named after them starting with (then) Lieutenant Grand Commander Leland D. French 33º, class of 1955 and in the wake of his death as Sovereign Grand Commander, class of 1973; SGIG Harry E. Davis 33º, class of 1956; SGIG Charles F. Casterman 33º, class of 1979; and Sovereign Grand Commander Samuel Brogdon Jr. 33º,class of 2004.Additionally Bezaleel has been the home of two of our Sovereign Grand Commanders, SGC Leland D. French 33º and SGCSamuel Brogdon Jr. 33º. Bezaleel shares that distinction with four other Consistories—DeMolay #1, King David #3, Wolverine #6, and New Haven #7.

Thanks to GIG Robert L. Alexander 33º, Bezaleel #15, Valley of Cleveland, Orient of Ohio for his assistance. four other Consistories—DeMolay #1, King David #3, Wolverine #6, and New Haven #7.Thanks to GIG Robert L. Alexander 33º, Bezaleel #15, Valley of Cleveland, Orient of Ohio for his assistance.

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Charles E. (Edward) Gordon #65Valley of Chester – Orient of PA.

Chartered – January 29, 1936

Charles E. Gordon was a selfless, faithful member of Scottish Rite masonry. There is not enough space to list all the kind words, works performed, and

honors accorded to this stellar individualin Prince Hall masonry—“a Peer of unusual distinction.”

Illustrious Gordon was a member of and served as the titular head of all the masonic houses in Cleveland and, arguably, would have been the first member of the Knight York Cross of Honor in Cleveland if it had been established at the time. He also served as the Most Excellent Grand High Priest, Most Illustrious Grand Thrice Illustrious,Master, and Right Eminent GrandCommander. His masonic labors did not end there. He was a charter member and first Illustrious Potentate of El Hasa #28 and a Past Commander-in-Chief of Bezaleel #15. He served this United Supreme Council as the Deputy of theOrient of Ohio and as Treasurer-General of the Holy Empire.

Those that have read our history book are aware that he is also notable for bequeathing to our United Supreme Council certain real estate that was subsequently sold. The funds were used to eliminate past due interest debt that accrued on the loan used to finance construction of our Cathedral.

At its inception the Fraters of Chester, Pennsylvania named their newly constituted Consistory in his honor. Of note, the Editor of The Bulletin, SGIG Edward M. Brooks II 33º hails from this Consistory.

Thanks to GIG Robert L. Alexander 33º, Valley of Cleveland – Orient of Ohio for his assistance.

Joshua D. (David) Kelly #27Valley of Omaha – Orient of Nebraska

Chartered circa 1911This one should be a no brainier for students of our history. Illustrious Joshua David Kelly 33º was the seventh of our esteemed Sovereign Grand Commanders serving from

1899 through 1910. Hailing from DeMolay #1, Valley of Philadelphia,

Orient of Pennsylvania he was a Most Worshipful Past Grand Master of the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania. Purportedly Illustrious Kelly received the Scottish Rite degrees from Sovereign Grand Commander Lemuel G. Griffin,Supreme Council, 33º, AASR, for the Southern States (Baltimore) in 1871.Of note is the fact that Illustrious Kelly was also the first Sovereign Grand Commander of the King Fredrick Supreme Council, 33º, AASR, which predates the formation of our current United Supreme Council. As such, he along with another Scottish Rite luminary, Illustrious William Frank Powell 33º (who also has a Consistory in Iowa named after him), was one the signatories, on behalf of his Supreme Council, of the Articles of Union which brought the United Supreme Council, Northern Jurisdiction into existence from the five that existed before.

“E PLURIBUS UNUM” is no truer phrase for what he helped to usher in. Sovereign Grand Commander James F. Rickards 33º organized this Consistory himself naming it in honor of his predecessor. This is the first instance of a new Consistory being named in honor of a member of a previously established Consistory. There existed a predecessor Consistory named Knights of St. John although it is not know the exact origins or disposition of this body prior to the formation of Joshua D. Kelly #27.

William Frank Powell #46Valley of Des Moines – Orient of Iowa

(Constituted May 13, 1947)

A true pillar of society, William Frank (Francis) Powell lived a full life. From establishing the first State school for Blacks in Alexandria, Virginia to

serving as a principal at and superintendent of schools in Bordentown, New Jersey to being appointed by President William McKinley as the Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary to Haiti and Chargé d’Affaires of the Dominican Republic, this fellow exemplified what being a just and upright man was.Illustrious Powell—an original member of the King Fredrick Supreme Council, 33º, AASR—was one the signatories of the Articles of Union which brought the United Supreme Council, Northern Jurisdiction into existence. He was also a

Most Worshipful Past Grand Master ofthe Most Worshipful United Grand Lodge, Free and Accepted Masons, State of New Jersey and Jurisdiction (its name and style at that time . . . now known as the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of New Jersey). A dedicatedMason he was also a Most Excellent Past Grand High Priest and a Past Right Eminent Grand Commander.

Illustrious Powell was present at or took part in most every meeting or event that led up to the union of Supreme Councils. His name appears prominently in the annals of Scottish Rite history in that ear.

His legacy lives on in the form of an elementary school in Camden, New Jersey named after him—William F. Powell Elementary School.

Thanks to SGIG Owen T. Sloan 33º, Valley of Des Moines, Orient of Iowa and GIG Eric Malone 33º, J.A. Henry #48, Valley of Nashville, Orient of Tennessee (United Supreme Council, Southern Jurisdiction, PHA) for their assistance.

Errol Walton Barrow #109Valley of Bridgetown (Barbados)

Orient of New York

I bet many of you (save for those belonging to the Orient of New York) did not even know we had a Consistory in Barbados did you? Errol Walton Barrow is a legendary figure in

the country of Barbados. He wasextremely integral in developing and

guiding Prince Hall masonry in its early development in the country. He was a two-time Prime Minister (served as Barbados first) and was a leader extraordinaire. He is revered for leading Barbados to its independence from England. He was a Scottish Rite Mason and is recognized as one of the Great Black Men of Masonry and is included in a book of the same name. This Consistory began life as Barbados Consistory UD. So beloved is he in Barbados that his image graces their $50 bill. His birthday, January 21, is celebrated as a national holiday.

The Patron Saint of OUR beloved order of freemasonry—Prince Hall—was born in this very locale 266 years ago.

Thanks to SP Barry B.L. Brome 32º, Valley of Bridgetown (Barbados), Orient of New York for his assistance.

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Pictorial: On Friday May 23, 2014, the Ohio COD hosted a “Show & Dance” featuring the Soul Pocket, Cincinnati’s Party & Dance Band. The weekend entertainment continued on Saturday May 24, 2014, where the USC hosted a Gospel Concert featuring Lafayette Gatling and the Famed Christian Singers. These events were well attended and some notables in attendance were; SGC Dr. Solomon Wallace 33º, and his Cabinet, Imperial Potentate Homer Buchannan 33º, AEAONMS and MWGM Darryl Smith 33º, MWPHGL of Ohio.

Ohio Council of DeliberationFriday Night Entertainment & Saturday’s Evening of Spiritual Enrichment

Lafayette GatlingAnd The Famed Christian Singers

Soul PocketCincinnati’s Favorite Party and Dance Band

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Fall EditionFellowship Breakfast

Morning Worship Service

Pictorial: On Sunday, May 25, 2014, SGC Dr. Solomon Wallace 33° his Cabinet and selected guest, attended the Annual Fellowship Breakfast host by the United Supreme Council. There was opening prayer and table blessing by Ill. Rev. Hermon Simpson followed by a welcome by SGIG Melvin Bazemore 33º,Grand Minister of State. After breakfast each table was introduced after which, SGC Dr. Wallace gave brief remarks followed by closing prayer by Rev. Simpson. Following the Fellowship Breakfast, Dr. Wallace and his entourage processioned into the hall set for the Morning Worship Service. The service began with a medley of sacred music by the Grand Organist Ill. George Spaulding, 33º. The congregation was blessed with the melodious tones of the USC Mass Choir, under the direction of Ill. Barrington Lessene 33°. There was opening Prayer by SP Rev. Dr. Ronnie B. Tucker, Sr., 33º, followed by lessons from the Holy Scripture, Old Testament (Isaiah 40:28-31) by Ill. Bishop Delano Ellis 33º, and the New Testament (Romans 8:35-39) by Ill. Rev. Dr. Eric Brown33º. There was an Offertory Chant and introduction of the Speaker by Ill. Rev. Wilton E. Blake I, 33º. The Sermon coming from Gen. 2:15-17 and Math 7:15-19 was presented by the Ill. Rev. Dr. Gregory R. Smith 33º, from Mt. Hope AME Zion Church, New York, with text and subject “Strange Fruit & Evil”. Following his inspiring sermon, we had a closing hymn “The Solid Rock”, followed by the Benediction by Ill. Rev. Otis Moss 33º.

Rev. Gregory R. Smith

Rev. Eric BrownBishop Delano EllisRev. Ronnie B. Tucker Rev. Hermon Simpson

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Fall EditionRe-Classification Ceremony

Pictured: On Saturday, May 24, 2014, members of the USC were reclassified to Active and/or Emeritus status, and they were; Actives: Daniel R. Poole, Lionell Cummings, Homer Walton, Wendell O. Hutchings and Christopher Buck. Emeritus: Michael L. Askew, Ulysses D. Baker, Jr., Leroy C. Barnes, Jr., Reginald A. Blake, Sr., Gregory Boyd, Virgil Brown, Sr., Charles Burns, Jr., Charles H. Bush, Osumana V. Cassell, Sr., Jimmie Chaple, Dr. Clifford D. DeBaptiste, Russell Duckett, Elmer M. Evans, Warren D. Gipson, Sr., Rudolph Gordon, Damian E. Hall, Van J. Harvey, Thomas R. Hughes, Sr., Horace Jackson, William W. Jackson, Andre K. Johnson, Homer O. Justice, George Logan, Jr., Bill Lowery, Conrad L. Luster, Eddie L. Mallory, Roy May, Charles M. Paris, Robert J. Parks, William R. Revels, Woodrow Riddle, Jr., Joseph A. Slay, Jr., Charles G. Smith, Willie E. Spence, O’Neil Swanson, Charles Williams, Darryl C. White, Ian G. Wilson. After reclassification ceremony, they were all congratulated by their peers.

Ohio State Assembly – Order of the Golden Circle“Not Your, Typical Cookout”

Pictorial: On Saturday, May 24th – The Ohio State Assembly – Order of the Golden Circle, hosted a 2-Hour “City Tour of the Cincinnati-Metropolitan Area” ending at the Theodore M. Berry Center where all of the guests enjoyed a “Not Your Typical Cookout”. It was a very enjoyable outing with great food and dancing, to the music of DJ Smoke. SGC Dr. Solomon Wallace his Cabinet, MWGM Darryl Smith (OH) and some of the Deputies and Actives members were treated to lunch. This center was named for GIG Theodore M. Berry (deceased) who was the first African American Mayor for the City of Cincinnati.

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Pictorial: On Sunday Afternoon, May 25, 2014, SGC Dr. Solomon Wallace, 33º and his Cabinet attended the Annual Meeting of the Golden Circle hosted by the Loyal Ladies of Ohio. This meeting was attended by Loyal Ladies from other Assemblies across the Orients throughout the Northern Jurisdiction. The Loyal Ladies of Miami Assembly #22 conducted a demonstration entitled the “Making of a Loyal Lady”, under the direction of Loyal Lady M. Francine Washington. This was an outstanding demonstration which was informative and enjoyed by all in attendance. At the conclusion of the demonstration, Dr. Wallace thanked Loyal Lady Washington and the Members of Miami Assembly #22 for their efforts and they were applauded by all, for a job well done.

Loyal Ladies of the Order of Golden Circle Annual Meeting

Orient of Ohio - Valley of Cincinnati

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Illustrious Kenneth Harris, Jr., has been a resident of Wisconsin since 1993. He holds a bachelor degree in Mass Communication and Criminal Justice Manage-ment from Illinois State University, respectively,

along with a MBA in Finance and Risk Management. He is a graduate of Marian University with a PhD in Leadership studies.Ill. Harris founded LRC Publications in 1999 in an effort to create personal leadership solutions for adults and non-traditional adult students. This resulted in the founding of “The Self-Leadership Challenge: The Source for Creating a Successful Future,” the creation of “The Continuous Challenge Program” for adults learners, and “The PhD Boot Camp” for doctorial students and candidates.He enjoys over three decades of broadcast media experience with organizations like WGN-Tribune Broadcasting and Fox Sports;over 29 years, experience as a college

educator, currently as Department Chair of the Justice and Public Policy Program and Director of the Master of Science in Organizational Leadership and Administration at Concordia University. Ill. Harris currently serves as a Lieutenant with the Milwaukee Police Department with over 21 years of law enforcement experience.Ill. Harris is most proud of his recent Ordination as an Elder of the Church of God in Christ. He, his wife Carla and daughters Lauren and Rebecca reside in Milwaukee’s Sherman Park community.His current volunteer service and awards includes leadership of a number of fraternal and non-profit organizations: 100 Black Men of Greater Milwaukee, Inc. – President; 2007 MM of the Year, MWPHGL of WI, Inc.; Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Life Member, Regional Committee Chair,National; Committee Member, Past WIDistrict Director, Past Chapter President;Asso, for the Study of African American Lifeand History; Blazing Star Lodge #4,

MWPHGL of WI, Inc.; Boy Scouts of America – Three Harbors Council Heart of Milwaukee District Chairman; Golden Ark #1, HRAM – PEHP; GW, Wisconsin Grand Lodge Member, Independent Order of Odd Fellows; IL Broadcasters Asso. Excellence in Broadcasting Award; International Leadership Asso.; Ionic Consistory #70 A.A.S.R., Valley of Milwaukee – Orient of WI; Kappa Delta Pi National Education Honor Society; Midwest Academy of Mgmt.; Milwaukee Police Department Meritorious Arrest Citation for Armed Robbery, National Eagle Scout Asso.; Palestine Commandery #2, PH Grand Commandery of WI; Queen Esther Chapter #6, Unity Grand Chapter – O.E.S. – PP; Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity – Gamma Tau Boule’; St. Mark A.M.E. Church – Milwaukee Community Service Award; The Masonic Society; The Phylaxis Society – WIRepresentative; Tribune Broadcasting Company Distinguished Award of Community Service; WI Law Enforcement Officers’ Association.

Wisconsin Council of DeliberationGIG Kenneth Harris, Jr. – Promoted Lieutenant in the Milwaukee Police Department

Submitted: SGIG William Stark – Ill Deputy for the Orient of Wisconsin

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Pictorial: On Sunday, evening May 25, 2014 the USC Annual Memorial Service was held for deceased members who have passed on since our last session. The evening began with a Processional led by SGC Dr. Solomon Wallace, 33º, and his entourage consisting of dignitaries to include SGC John W. McNaughton, 33º (NMJ), Ill. Homer Buchannan Imperial Potentate AEAONMS and MWGM (OH) Darryl Smith, 33º. During the service Ill. Lorenzo Cruger, Secretary General, H.E. read the names of (87) deceased members, which was followed by responses to their memories by ten (10) Grand Inspectors General, 33º assembled for the purpose. There was a selection of songs throughout the service by the USC Mass Choir, under the direction of SGIG Barrington Lessene, 33º. There was Prayer by Rev. G. Daniel Jones, 33º, Ill. Grand Prior (PA) and the eulogy was also presented by Ill. Rev. Jones 33º. The service closed with a hymn “Abide with Me” and Recessional.

Annual Memorial Service

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Convention Committee, Class Orientation Committee and Transportation Committee

Annual Breakfast with the Grand Masters

Pictorial: The Annual Breakfast with the Grand Masters was held on Monday, May 26, 2014. There was prayer and table blessing by Ill. Rev. Gregory Smith. All Grand Masters or their representatives were given the opportunity to introduce their delegations. After introductions were made, breakfast was served. After the meal Ill. Carl Williams Deputy Grand Master for Ohio approached to introduce MWGM Darryl Smith who gave brief remarks and then called on the Imperial Potentate Homer Buchannan AEAONMS for his remarks. MWGM Smith then introduced SGC Dr. Solomon Wallace who then called on SGC John W. McNaughton (NMJ) and SGC Ronald A. Seals (SMJ) for their remarks. At 8:05 am at the completion of breakfast, Ill. Rev. Otis Moss was called on for the benediction.

U.S.C. Administrative Committee and Medical Committee

Pictured Left: The Convention Direction SGIG Charlie Hales (R) and Deputy Convention Director SGIG Carl Williams, Pictured Center: The Class Orientation Committee under the direction of the Chairman/Dean of Instruction SGIG Samuel J.D. Shook, Jr., seated center and Pictured Right: The Director of Transportation SGIG Joseph Tyner (R) and Assistant Director SGIG Carlee London.

Pictured Left: Secretary General’s Staff seated, (L to R): SGIG Brian Austin, Ms. Renee Isaac and SGIG James B. Allen, Standing: SGIG Elmer Evans, GIG Lucas Rawls, Sr., GIG Bernard Montgomery, SP Tahir Isaac, and SGIG Leroy Barnes. This team handles all of the administrative needs for those in attendance at the USC Session. Pictured Right: Medical Team, seated L to R: Dr. Roland C. McGoodwin, Dr. Walter E. Bantom and Dr. Richard E. Gordon Standing L to R: Dr. Chester C. Pryor II, Dr. Kenneth Walton and Dr. C. Keith Melvin who conducted medical screening forall class members and conducted the B. Albert Ford Health Symposium which was open to all and was attended by SGC Dr. Solomon Wallace and his Cabinet.

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Fall EditionStreet Named and Dedicated in Honor of

SGIG Rev. G. Daniel Jones, Ill. Grand Prior

City Councilwoman Cindy BassPresents a Proclamation to Rev G. Daniel Jones

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The recent designation of the 6400 block of Emlen Street — between West Upsal and West Johnson Streets east of Germantown Avenue—honors Jones who served as the senior pastor of Grace Baptist Church of Germantown for 31 years before he retired in June.“To commemorate the designation, members

from Grace Baptist and from the 6400 block of Emlen gathered at the church’s James B. Murray Social Hall at 25 W. Johnson St. on March 8 for an “Afternoon Tea and Hymn Festival,” followed by the official street dedication.“We are excited that our street is dedicated to

Rev. Jones,” said Laverne Williams, who has lived on the 6400 block of Emlen Street more than 45 years and is the first lady of the Mount Airy United Fellowship Church. “The pastor has always been very gracious. Before we moved to Emlen we lived on Carnation Street which is still in the same area. The decision to name the street was wonderful because this church has always been an asset to the community.” On hand for the gala were Grace Baptist’s interim pastor the Rev. Quintin L. Robertson, assistant pastor the Rev. Merle D. McJunkin, pastor emeritus the Rev. G. Daniel Jones, and Deacon Tyrone L. Beach, Sr., among the elected officials in attendance were 8th-District City.On hand for the gala were Grace Baptist’s interim pastor the Rev. Quintin L. Robertson, assistant pastor the Rev. Merle D. McJunkin, pastor emeritus the Rev. G. Daniel Jones, and Deacon Tyrone L. Beach, Sr., among theelected officials in attendance were 8th-District City Councilwoman Cindy Bass and Marlow Marshall, the judge of elections.

In his remarks, the Rev. Joseph Williams, Jr., pastor of the First United Fellowship Church, gave a presentation from the neighbors of the 6400 block of Emlen.“This is good,” Williams said. “We hope that Dr. Jones will come back again and again. This is a street to see.”The program opened with a performance of “The Lord’s Prayer” by member Dawn Morgan Moore, who received a standing ovation for her interpretation of the classic. The event’s chair, Dolores Stovall, read the statement of purpose and traced the street designation trail to its final approval last September. Eloise Vaughn, a member of the hospitality ministry, delivered the welcome.Marshall, who has served in the 59th Ward’s 24th Division for more than 19 years, called Jones “a blessing to the community.” Bass then commended Jones for the community outreach of the church before pointing to a couple of comments on the City Council Resolution signed by her. Then Don Jose Stovall read the official presentation award from the neighbors of the 6400 block of Emlen who were unanimous in their support of renaming their street.Jones was born in Norfolk, and graduated from Virginia Union University with a bachelor’s of science in mathematics, from Andover Theological School in Massachusetts with a master’s in divinity, with a doctorate in ministry from Howard University’s School of Divinity. He also holds honorary doctorates from Virginia Union and the Lutheran Theological Seminary in Philadelphia. Jones served as Moderator of the oldest Baptist Association in the United States, the Philadelphia Baptist Association, which has 120 churches representing 13 or 14 languages, according to the church. Jones is a life member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity and was the grand chaplain of the Prince Hall Masons of Pennsylvania until 2012.The Rev. Flora Anderson, pastor of New Horizon Baptist Church, said Grace Baptist was more than a church because it served an integral institution in the Northwest Philadelphia area. The Rev. W. Fleming, pastor of St. Joseph Baptist, graced the crowd with a vocal solo before Leo V. Thorne, associate general secretary of resource development for the American Baptist Churches USA, gave an affirmation for Jones.“This is an honor,” said Jones in his remarks. He stressed the need for the church tocontinue working on social justice issues. He underscored the importance of having a church in the community, but said houses ofworship need to contribute to the health of the

community. Jones said one way to do this is to have a healthy church environment. This, he said, is the legacy of which he is most proud.“We are very pleased but not surprised that you are being recognized in the designation of the 6400 block of Emlen Street as Dr. G. Daniel Jones Way,” the Rev. Dr. A. Roy Medley, from the American Baptist Churches USA, said in his March 8th correspondence. “I hope that those words come to be a reminder to all who pass by more than just a name of a street, but of the true Way of Dr. G. Daniel Jones. You have shown the way to live throughout your life.”

Colorado CODCommanders of the Rite Annual Cookout

Submitted by: SGIG Lionell CummingsIll. Deputy for Colorado

Pikes Peak Consistory #81, Commanders of the Rite, Colorado Springs, Colorado held their annual cookout during the month of July. The function was well attended by its members and members of Pikes Peak Assembly #52. GIG Jesse Disnute and LLR Carol Foster and their committee were outstanding hosts. The Deputy of the Orient, SGIG Lionell Cummings and State Loyal Lady Ruler Diana Waddles were also in attendance. Members of Mountain & Plains Consistory #33 and Mountain & Plains Assembly #49 from Denver attended the cookout. In May 2014, Mountain & Plains #33 Commanders of the Rite hosted their 10th year of celebrating their annual Spring Banquet. This year was a special time to celebrate because it marked the first time the Golden Circle participated. Loyal Lady Stacy Walker presented a $1,000.00 Scholarship assistance check to Ms. Tristian F. Bryant. Not to be out done, Vice President Elvin Caldwell Jr. of the Commanders of the Rite presented Mr. Avery Lynn Johnson-Reagor a scholarship assistance check, in the amount of $1,000.00.PSGLLR Freddie Corene Whitney and GIG James English were the Honorees for the night, for their many years of dedicated service to the Masonic family. They were both presented with plaques and a special video was shown in their honor. MWGM Terence Jackson was on hand and gave remarks. Ill. Lionell Cummings gave remarks and thanked both honorees for their dedication and devotion to the success of the Consistory and Golden Circle.

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U.S.C. Medical CommissionMedical Report from the 2014 USC Session

Submitted by SGIG Dr. Chester Pryor, II - Ill. Director of Medical Services

The most significant highlight of the year for the Pennsylvania Council of Deliberation (PACOD) was held on Sunday, June 8, 2014. For the first time in the History of our PACOD, the Annual Festive Day of Whit Sunday and the Most Excellent Grand Chapter, Holy Royal Arch Mason’s Zerubabbel Day, were held as a joint service. The two Prince Hall Family’s Festive Days fell on the same day this year. In order to resolve this problem, an agreement was made between MICIC George M. Calloway, 33º and MEGHP Jimmie Hare to have a joint celebration. This Historic event was held in two locations, the St. Matthews A.M.E. Church, Philadelphia, PA and the Prince Hall Masonic Temple in Wilkinsburg, PA. Both events were very successful and very well attended. The following is a summary of the event held at the St. Matthews A.M.E. Church.The ALPHA was October 3, 2013, when I was made aware of the fact that in the year 2014 there would be a conflict with Whit Sunday and Zerubbabel Day, falling on the same Sunday. From that period to 9 months later on the day of June 8, 2014 there was many days of planning, protocols being establishment, confusion and ultimately, through it all, it was love that brought this family together at the St. Matthew A.M.E. Church to celebrate this HISTORIC event. The OMEGA was the (9) months of planning. The Master of Ceremonies was SGIG Elmer Evans and the Speaker of the hour was GIG

Rev. Dr. Ronnie B. Tucker, Sr. #9. Also in attendance were MWGM Dr. Murphy J. Keller III, MWPHGL of PA, MEGHP Jimmie Hare, Sr., and the Officers and Members of HRAM and members of the entire Prince Hall Family.MICIC George M. Calloway, 33º thanked everyone who contributed to the culmination of this Historic event, which hopefully will continue in the future whenever the calendar requires. He went on to thank MEGHP Rev. Jimmie Hare, Sr., and his members, for their participation in this effort. He also thanked MWGM Dr. Murphy J. Keller III, for Proclamation #6, which spread the word throughout the Jurisdiction and the Master Masons responded. MICIC Calloway also extended an apology to anyone who may have been offended during the planning process. We may have made some mistakes, but hopefully, they will be charged to the head and not the heart, for lack of experience with this venture, and when brought to our attention, will be corrected in the future.Ill. Calloway recognized those USC Officers elected and appointed in attendance and they were; Ill. Lorenzo Cruger, Secretary General, H.E., Ill. Raynard Hughes, Cathedral Secretary, Ill. Roland K. Lee, USC Budget Director and Overseer of DeMolay #1, SGIG John Paul Simpkins and SGIG Edward M. Brooks II, Editor Bulletin/Assist to the Grand Recording Secretary.He then recognized the elected and appointed Officers of the PA COD and those in

attendance were; GIG Ruben Collins, 1st Lt.Commander, SGIGs Elmer E. Evans, 2nd Lt. Commander, Otis L. Hightower, Asst. to the Deputy, Gr. Treas., and Overseer for MLK, Jr. #86, Willie W. McCoy, Grand Secretary, Edward M. Brooks II, Recording Secretary and Overseer for Charles. E. Gordon #65 andGIG James A. Duckett, Convention Director. Having just concluded the 133rd USC Annual Session he welcomed the newly coronated SGIGs to their first gathering, Michael L. Askew, Elmer E. Evans and Dr. Clifford E. DeBaptiste.Ill. Calloway recognized one of our Historic Military Heroes who passed away in December, the senior Active, Ill. Samuel C. Hunter, Jr., Deputy for CO/UT/WY, a member of the Historic Tuskegee Airmen, before welcoming the newly elevated Grand Inspectors General of the Samuel C. Hunter, Jr., Class of 2014.

He then congratulated, four (4) of our Sovereign Grand Inspectors General who, for their devoted service to the United Supreme Council, were awarded the highest honor presented by the USC, the “Gold Medal of Achievement Award,” they were; SGIGs Roland K. Lee, Edward M. Brooks II, George E. Dickerson and George M. Calloway,Deputy for the Orient of Pennsylvania.

This turned out to be a very successful endeavor and received many positive comments from the memberships of the PACOD, HRAMs and the PH Family.

PA Council of Deliberation Whit Sunday/Zerubabbel Day

Submitted by Ill. George M. Calloway – Deputy for PA

The Medical Services Commission activities encompassed an evaluation of the Samuel C. Hunter, Jr., 2014 Class consisting of one hundred forty (140) members; the B Albert Ford Health Symposium and counseled several members and guest.The Samuel Hunter Class evaluation revealed ninety members (64%) are being treated for hypertension (high blood pressure); thirty-six members (26%) for diabetes mellitus; twenty members for high cholesterol (14%). Ten members (7%) weight was very high; eleven members (8%) have prostate cancer and eleven (8%) members have coronary artery disease. Asthma is increasing among senior people thirteen or (9%) of the members. The B Albert Ford Health Symposium Panel opened the program by five minute introduction of the following prevalent diseases: Ill. Richard Gordon discussed hypertension; Ill. Roland C. McGoodwin, discussed exercise; Ill. Walter Bantom, III

discussed diabetes mellitus; SP Keith Melvin, a twelve (12) year survivor, discussed prostate cancer; Ill. Kenneth Walton presented helpful points in taking medications. The audience was very inquisitive about these topics. What is over weight? A body mass index (BMI) above twenty-five means you are overweight. A BMI of thirty (30) means your health is or will be impaired. The cost of medicine may be $2000 per year; difficulty getting around or leaving your home; surgery--joint replacement, heart bypass, renal transplant; mark reduction of your overall actives; daily or more injections etc. to name a few. You get the idea.It is your right to ask your Doctor for a DIET to CHANGE your food selection AND NOT a calorie count. THIS IS A DIETRY HABIT CHANGE. LESS useless weight MEANS more energy and HIGHER QUALITY of lifeactivities. A DIETITION can make lifeenjoyable.

Our nurse of thirty-eight years or more PGLLR, Freddie Simmons, Ill. Charles H. Waples and Ill. Hobart Price will return.

FIRST ASK your doctor to clear you for exercise AND REFER you to an EXERCISE PROGRAM. Often odd days are cardiovascular exercise and the other days are upper and lower body strengthening exercises.

EXERCISE can lower blood pressure, lower cholesterol, lower blood sugar, reduce insulin resistance, and replace fat with muscle-smaller waistline with the same or more weight. EXERCISE IS AS IMPORTANT AS MEDICINE IF NOT MORE SO.

The Samuel C. Hunter, Jr., Class of 2014 as well as the Medical Services Committee is grateful to the USC Cabinet, generating the time to attend the B. Albert Ford Symposium and the gracious remarks by Dr. Solomon Wallace, Sovereign Grand Commander.

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KING DAVID CONSISTORY #3Vernon T. AmesS. David BaileyGeorge BishopRussell BostonGerald A. BradleyBenjamin F. BryantKenneth Davis, Sr.Reginald R. DeanPaul S. Dorsey, Jr.William A. Dyson, IILionell E. EvansRaymond N. Freeman, Jr.Robert B. HansleyRobert S. HardingArthur HazelDavid HenryhandCharles W. HinesWalter H. HowellWillie E. JacksonAdam C. JonesBennie LarwenceErnie MarshallGlenn A. Marshall, Sr.Wayne S. McKenzieLeonard McTierSelvin R. OsbournJames E. PerkinsJohn J. PhillipsRichard W. PunterLewis E. RiceRaymond RileyCharles F. Robinson, Jr.Ronald S. RobinsonErnie S. SimpsonFrank E. SmithAdolphus O. Smith, Jr.Henry M. StephenVernon TaylorIrving A. TongeRobert L. Williams, Sr.Albert D. WilsonWillie D. Wynn

ST. CYPRIAN CONSISTORY #4Jesse E. Coleman, Jr.David M. DanielsGregory HankinsLeRoy E. HatcherWilliam HolmesWilliam I. Moten, Jr.Wilbert SingletaryScipio WhiteJohn M. WildsMeredith Willis

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WESTERN CONSISTORY #28 (CONT.)DePlessie DrewMillard V.DriskellHerman T. EdwardsWillie B. Evans, Sr.Roosevelt R. FranklinLeroy R. GaryJesse GilbertFrank E. Gillie, Jr.Warren D. Gipson, Sr.Willie P. GloverMichael G. HarperTroy HarrisWilliam W. JacksonMilton JacksonDavis C. JamesDevinn D. Jones, Sr.Thomas E. Kato, Sr.Willie Lawler, Jr.William G. Love, Sr.George McCroweyFrederick McNeal, Jr.James A. MitchellElijah W. Peterson, Jr.Jerald L. PrinceWilliam F. RedmondGeorge G. ReidMontie ReynoldsJoseph J. Richardson, Sr.John L. RichardsonJesse J. SmithCharles J. StewartCharles B. TaylorNicholas B. TaylorGeorge W. TynesRobert E. Weems, Sr.Ernest L. Williams, Jr.Ray E. WillisAlbert WillsLloyd WomackJoel D. Woodhouse, Sr.Jeremiah A. Wright, Jr.

BISON CONSISTORY #29Charles H. Allen, Jr.James H. Black, Jr.Joe H. BurtonLawrence H. CresswellJames L. FriersonAlbert S. HallCalvin L. HubbardTerry IngramJames L. Jackson, Sr.Eddie L. JohnsonAdel McTier, Jr.Delmar MorrisJerrell G. MossWilliam G. NelsonKinzer M. PointerRobert L. RichardsonJames C. RichardsonMichael Tydus

MOUNTAIN & PLAINS CONSISTORY #33Wilton BrownElvin R. Caldwell, Jr.Benjamin K. ClarkeLionell CummingsWalter DavisJames L. EnglishGeorge Goree, Jr.Jarkovey M. JordanKeith L. WestonWilliam M. WhitneyRoderick A. WilliamsOsie WindsStephen W. Young

MALTA CONSISTORY #34Michael C. CosbyJack D. WhiteGary W. Williams

SARDONIAS CONSISTORY #41Alex D. BearfieldRobert L. BollingJeffrey GilliamKevin D. HarrisWilliam OliverAntonio PorterJames E. Salmon, Sr.Tennyson WilliamsGarrett L. Winn

PENINSULAR CONSISTORY #44Fred D. Bedford

PENINSULAR CONSISTORY #44 (CONT.)Shed BlakeWillie J. CampbellDouglass R. GibbsJohn W. HearnsEdgar L. LoringRoy J. MaysWalter G. ParkerHarold L. Singleton

UTICA CONSISTORY #45 William I. AdamsMilton BoddieWilbert J. BrownJimmie ChapleLawrence CrossRobert Eugene DavisGeorge E. DeWitt, Sr.Grady EdgeJames A. Ghent, Jr.Roy A. KylesAlbert MarshallJesse Pittman, Jr.Samuel D. RobertsFreddie W. Scott Edward E. SpeerRobert E. Stallworth

WILLIAM F. POWELL CONSISTORY #46 Donald W. AustinLynn Lewis, Jr.Owen T. SloanH. Robert Wilson

OPHIR CONSISTORY #48 James G. AllenEddie Campbell, Jr.Ernest W. Chester, Sr.Russell W. Clayton, Jr.Arthur R. CrawfordFrank H. Galloway, IIIRobert E. GroceLarry R. Gunnell, Sr.Woodrow HaywardHorace JordanVander H. McFarland, Sr.Walter A. SmithWalter D. Staton, Jr.James W. TaliaferroTimothy Thomas

MENELIK CONSISTORY #49Charles H. CookTheodore F. CurtisCarlus Dee GullyDavid JohnsonR. B. JonesGeorge A. ReidCarl L. Smith

SAMUEL W. GORDON CONSISTORY #50Samuel L. BallingerHenry BrownIsiah CherryFrederick T. Goode, Sr.Claude Irby, Jr.Oliver H. JonesAlexander Perry, Jr.Emerson L. Terry

HIRAM CONSISTORY #51La Rue J. Love, Sr.

ST. JOHNS CONSISTORY #54James E. EvesElmo PaceCarlos Sanders

MARION CONSISTORY #60 Jetson AlexanderJohn B. BuchananWillie A. CottonRay E. EddingtonAdair Gibbs

LONG ISLAND CONSISTORY #61Keith S. AndersonRichard G. AustinRichard C. BeltonKenneth O. Butler, Sr.Winston B. ConnerWilliam CorbinJoseph E. DeVonishRobert R. GainerTillman GoodwinLudwick S. HallIra S. Holder, Jr.William M. James

LONG ISLAND CONSISTORY #61 (CONT.)Leo D. JohnsonJames C. Kelly, Sr.Jody LeporeCharles E. LewisRichard LiggonBobby G. LittlejohnFranklin MarshallLinden L. MitchellPercy J. Perdue, Sr.James E. PuryearFitzgerald RamsayRichard SlaughterWilbert A. Spencer, Sr.John TilleyAlton R. Waldon, Jr.Aubrey L. WhitakerGalveston WitherspoonLuther M. WrightGary A. Wright, Sr.

MAGIC CITY CONSISTORY #62Darrel J. AndersonAndre K. Artis, MDGeorge W. ClarkJerome FellowsJohn W. LewersJohn H. Richmond, Sr.Joseph Rodgers, Jr.Robert E. Thomas

TYREE CONSISTORY #64Gordon D. BushPaul W. Harris, IIJ.R. James, Jr.Willie B. NelsonLevoy PerryRobert G. SmithElitor Wallace

CHARLES E. GORDON CONSISTORY #65Edward M. Brooks IIRobert L. Crawford, Sr.Roger A. GoldsmithCalvin Johnson, Jr.Linwood Parson, Jr.Preston B. PierceThomas J. Twine, Sr.Lamont Waller

FORT WAYNE CONSISTORY #66James Harrison

PRINCE HALL CONSISTORY #67Norward J. BrooksGeorge A. HobsonWendell O. HutchingsClarence LarrySamuel B. McKinney

A.G. CLARK CONSISTORY #68Brasley L. BullockOsumana V. Cassell, Sr.Sammie Day, Jr.Richard L. Payne, Sr.

SE-KAN CONSISTORY #69Curtis Austin, Jr.Carl K. Grigsby

IONIC CONSISTORY #70Louis C. ColbertKenneth E. Harris, Jr.Joseph HortonWarner L. Jackson, Jr.Prentice E. Jones, Sr.Jerome Ona Lee Sneed KingAlious NashAnthony RiceLouis D. SimmonsWilliam R. StarkMarshall E. TharpeEarl M. Thomas, IIIMcArthur Weddle

SAGINAW CONSISTORY #71 John FrederickCharles GillThomas R. GillespieMichael H. JordanGeorge Logan, Jr.Bruce L. McKinneyRobert J. MeekinsLawrence E. MoonO.T. PerryWillie J. RamseyIra A. Rutherford, IIIEarl W. Stephens

NORTHERN LIGHTS CONSISTORY #72 Ralph Clark, Jr.Robert E. DavisJames B. Fisher, Jr.Clarence L. GarrettEllis GrahamEdward J. MasonFred E. Simmons

JAMES E. MORLEY CONSISTORY #73 Kenrick L. BrathwaiteEddison W. BriceRoscow A. L. DaviesKenneth DaviesJames A. Rolle

BEAVER CONSISTORY #74 Reginald R. BrothersGlaister GrahamLinden S. KirklandFrederick OfosuCharles B. PhillsCollins Richards

CASCADIAN CONSISTORY #75 David ArchibaldGary W. BellMarvin BlythersJohnnie L. DaughtreyClarence DavisAlonzo D. Foote, Sr.Joseph E. Green, Jr.Melvin JenkinsMilton F. JonesHarden M. Keys, Jr.Jesse T. OgburnCharles E. ParkerHenry RoneyJames O. SmithCharles B. Thomas, Jr.Carlton B. TuckerJasper R. WarrenHarry L. Woodruff, Sr.Gentry F. Worth

MEMBERS-AT-LARGE CONSISTORY #76 Draymond CrawfordAlonzo C. SandsHoward L. ShelfJames R. Stone

INLAND CONSISTORY #78Levet Brown, Jr.Ronald B. CarpenterBilly V. Morris

HARTFORD CONSISTORY #80 Cecil W. AlstonFloyd E. Bagwell, Jr.David G. CarterAbe W. ChappellRoland CockfeildEmanuel DeFoeCharles H. Hills, Sr.Thomas L. MorganLewis A. RawlesLevi E. RoperJerry W. Solomon

PIKES PEAK CONSISTORY #81 Fredrick D. BlueCarl ByasRussell E. CreightonTerry H. DavisArturo V. De Los ReyesJesse Disnute, Jr.Thomas A. English, Jr.William P. GreeneVan L. HarveyBernard L. Humbles, Jr.Samuel C. Hunter, Jr.Terence JacksonThomas J. PowellRoland M. RayeLonnie RichardsonJames H. SaulsJoe W. StrawsCharles TateShadrach ThomasRobert Webb, Jr.Otis C. Williams

MADISON-BELOIT CONSISTORY #84 Jimmie D. FosterOvet L. HughesFrank A. HumphreyWalter R. Knight

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What Is AlchemySubmitted By – SGIG Michael Askew

The lips of wisdom are closed except to the ears of understanding-Hermetic Proverb

What is Alchemy?A Speculative Science or

Philosophy to transmute base metals into Gold. During the 17th and 18th century there was a Rosicrucian tradition devoted to esoteric wisdom with the emphasis on psychic and spiritual enlightenment by achieving a power or process of transforming something common into something precious. Reinhard Federmann, in his book, The Royal Art of Alchemy notes, "Gold when first dug from the earth some five millennia ago (in Nubia, circa 3500 B.C.) it was considered holy; it was the sun brought to earth, and the sun was God". The definition of Alchemy, according to Titus Burckhardt in his book, Alchemy, "The expression alchemia derives from the Arabic al-kimiya which is said to derive from the Ancient Egyptian keme-areference to the "black earth" which was

a designation of Egypt". Manly P. Hall, 33º writes in, The Secret Teaching of All Ages, "Alchemy, the secret art of the land of Khem, is one of the two oldest sciences known to mankind and the other being Astrology". Robert Moray, Elias Ashmole, Francis Bacon and Christopher Wren were Rosicrucian and members of The Society of the Rose Cross and the Honorable Society of Free and Accepted Masons. They were profound thinker who studied alchemical traditions and symbols. Their influence and understanding of esoteric philosophy and alchemical traditions; especially psychic and spiritual enlightenment enhanced the esoteric philosophy of Freemasonry. Subsequently this transformed Freemasonry's, Operative Art to a Speculative Science; the spiritual significance of the builders tools (a more noble and glorious purpose).

In addition Rex R. Hutchens, 33º in Pillars of Wisdom, notes Albert Pike's Morals and Dogma, 28th Degree-Knight of the Sun or Prince Adept "contains many references to speculative alchemy; the most extensive passage is from pages 772 to 792 (pages

878 to 895 annotated edition) and within this section he discusses the alchemical equivalents of some Scottish Rite Masonry's important symbols - the Double Triangle of Solomon, the Triads (Salt, Sulphur, Mercury; the Fixed, the Volitile, the Absolute), the doctrine of contraries, and the resultant harmony or equilibrium. In alchemy Pike found additional confirmation of his Unity Concept - the idea that there existed a unified system of knowledge shared by all of mankind". "The mysterious doctrine of alchemy pertains to a hidden reality of the highest order which constitutes the underlying essence of all truths and all religions. Alchemy is a rainbow bridging the chasm between the earthly and heavenly planes, between matter and spirit. Any descent within oneself - any look within is at the same time an Ascent an Assumption a look towards the true reality without. The renunciation of oneself is the source of all humility, as well as the basis of any true self. But he who stops there remains halfway. The second step must be an efficacious look without, an active, autonomous and preserving observation of the outside world".

MADISON-BELOIT CONSISTORY #84 (CONT.)Oscar D. ShadeWalter E. Ward

KEYSTONE CONSISTORY #85 Victor S. Baxter, Sr.Charles H. Bush, Jr.Samuel A. CheathamRobert L. DeloneyTommy L. Denton, Jr.Glen L. DownesBill LoweryCalvin L. Nixon, Sr.Daniel R. PooleErvin M.C. White

MARTIN L. KING, JR. CONSISTORY #86 Brian I. AustinGeorge H. Dixon, Jr.Aaron A. Ervin, Sr.Robert B. GroceOtis L. Hightower, Jr.Raynard W. HughesRandy A. LockhartWalter G. SmithTyrone C. TateLawrence L. ValentineOscar P. Vance, Jr.Steven O. Wells

WHITNEY M. YOUNG, JR. CONSISTORY #88 Edward M. ColvinVernon D. DobbsNamon McWilliams

SPRINGFIELD CONSISTORY #89 Clayton R. JohnsonJohn W. McNeill

ALBANY CONSISTORY #90 James M. ClarkGeorge D. CrawleyGrover C. KirklandRichard G. McNealRuben PughLeon ShackelfordDorsey M. Whitehead

NORTH SHORE CONSISTORY #91 Robert L. BakerCharles R. DorseySamuel B. GainesStephen A. Taylor

BALTHASAR CONSISTORY #92 William H. BernelFred D. Money

G. OSCAR CARRINGTON CONSISTORY #93 Jural ButlerFrederick A. Duffy

KARAMURSEL CONSISTORY #96 Durand Phillips

MOUNT ROYAL CONSISTORY #97 Carlisle N. BlackettCosmo E. ClarkeRudolph C. GordonNathaniel GreenStanley HenryCharles A. HusbandsDaniel KabaseleCalvin J. MarshallAnthony Thompson

PENTECOST CONSISTORY #98 William Austin, Sr.Andre F. BakerWilliam C. BeidlemanJames CarterGeneral CherryJames N. FullerAlan F. HendrixClarence W. High IIIJeffrey S. Johnson, Sr.Darren M. MortonRonald L. SmallsHoward Townes, Jr.Ernest WalthallThomas J. Wheeler, II

SPAIN CONSISTORY #99 Jimmie T. BrownLevert LaneWave D. Parland IIEarl A. Pinckney

GUSTAVE M. SOLOMONS CONSISTORY #101 Wilbert L. ClyburnLawrence R. HarrisClarence JeffriesTheodore T. Tatum

TOP OF THE WORLD CONSISTORY #102 Aubrey M. Hendrix

JOSEPH I. STATON CONSISTORY #103 Larry BrownleeRonald BurrusReginald W. HarrellNorman MaconWilliam L. MannRonald U. Muse

MARQUETTE-JOLIET CONSISTORY #104 Neal CarsonDonald CookSherwood EdwardsSamuel MarrinerMarion MatlockStanley McCallumChristopher MurrayHarold ReederWilliam J. RobinsonFloyd J. Woods, Sr.

CAPITAL CITY CONSISTORY #106 Andrew A. HarrisJulian L. HarrisFranklin L. Jackson, Sr.Henry C. SheegogTommy L. TerryNATHAN W. THATCHER CONSISTORY #107 James A. ButlerLarry C. CoppinsRobert S. DiggsChristopher L. OvertonDarryl C. White

ERROL WALTON BARROW CONSISTORY #109 Charles AlleyneBertram A. Carter

JEROME LIPSCOMB CONSISTORY #110 Abramham Amison, Jr.Clifton Claybrooks, Jr.Willie L. L. CoffieldHarry Jernigan

JOHN J. STORY CONSISTORY #111 Henry D. AtkinsonChristopher C. BlackSteven M. HardingErnest Richardson

HOMER E. GAINES CONSISTORY #112 Darryl J. GreenMorris C. Shanks

EUREKA CONSISTORY #113 Ronald A. BakerWilliam H. Bell, Jr.Kevin L. BryantLawrence W. Huston, Jr.Michael D. JohnsonDedric J. KnoxDennis R. RandallAlberto R. SanabriaEllis W. ShortDrexil SmothersAllen R. StokesRichard VegaMario C. Williams

ARARAT CONSISTORY #115 Charles E. ClementsAntwan David DuganJason M. JewettDavid M. Milton

W.E.B. DUBOIS CONSISTORY #116 Jesse L. Turner, Jr.

BOOKER T. ALEXANDER CONSISTORY #117 Kevin T. Daniels, Sr.James Lavender

EVERETT CONSISTORY #118 Thomas V. BowersHarris R. SmithFrederick A. Wilson

COURTNEY P. HOUSTON CONSISTORY #119 Arthur AsheLeon J. BattleJames Gladney, Sr.John A. Stotts, Sr.William WilsonTimothy Winters

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ILLINOIS COUNCIL OF DELIBERATION (PHA)BENEVOLENT FUND GOLF TOURNAMENT

Proceeds go to the Illinois Council of Deliberation Benevolent Fund, Inc.A.A.S.R., FM, PHA, NJ, USA

Where: JACKSON PARK GOLF COURSEChicago, IL

Date: Thursday May 21, 2015 Tee Time 10:00am

Completion of 9 holes will constitute a tournament due to inclement weather

Team Prizes1st Place Prize------- $1,000.00 Longest Drive-----$100.00 2nd Place Prize-------- $500.00 Closet to the pin--$100.003rd Place Prize-------- $300.00 Flight: Lowest 2 Person Medalist score win

TOURNAMENT FEES:Early Registration______________________$100.00 Per PersonOn Site Registration____________________ $110.00 Per Person Deadline for Early Registration April 24, 2015 - (On Site Registration - Cash or Money Order)

NO EXCEPTIONSTo register: Complete Golfer Information below and send this registration form along with the fees to:

SGIG James A. Mitchell4800 S. Chicago Beach, Dr. Unit #609 S

Chicago, IL 60615

SCHEDULE: On Site Registration 8:30am - 9:30am For additional information contact Tournament Coordinator GIG Oscar W. Pickett 1-504-312-1672

SPONSOR SHIP LEVEL FOR DONATIONS:Platinum_____$2,500.00 May Have 6 Teams Gold___$1,500.00 4 TeamsSilver________$500.00 2 Teams Hole Sponsor ____$125.00!!Transportation will be provided from hotel to golf course and return trip!!

NOTE: This will be an individual play tournament Golfer Information:

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Member’s Name Names of Consistory Date Created Date of DeathIll. Andrew J. Spears Holy Sepulchre No. 17 May 9, 1977 February 3, 2013Ill. George M. Savage Long Island No. 61 May 29, 1989 March 17, 2013Ill. Edward G. Christopher Western No. 28 May 16, 1988 March 19, 2013Ill. Milton A. Curry Western No. 28 May 25, 1987 March 24, 2013Ill. Albert B. Carter Capital City No. 106 May 26, 2003 March 27, 2013SGIG Irvin Siplin Gustave M. Solomon No. 101 May 31, 1999 April 10, 2013SGIG Billy H. Hall Joseph Lipscomb No. 110 May 13, 1985 April 13, 2013Ill. Benjamin J. Allen King Solomon No. 20 May 31, 1993 April 15, 2013Ill. Hayward C. Joiner Magic City No. 62 June 2, 1997 April 25, 2013Ill. Ernest Clay North Shore No. 91 May 12, 1980 April 26, 2013Ill. James B. Ellis Ararat No. 115 Oct. 5, 1990 April 29, 2013Ill. Leroy Hollins Western Star No. 18 June 2, 1986 May 3, 2013Ill. John Wesley Childress, Sr. Wabash No. 77 May 29, 1995 May 5, 2013Ill. John H. Grant, Sr. DeMolay No. 1 May 16, 1988 May 6, 2013Ill. Michael A. Palmer, Sr. New Haven No. 7 May 26, 2008 May 6, 2013Ill. Roswell Tuzo King David No. 3 May 25, 1998 May 6, 2013Ill. Cameron B. Goddard Long Island No. 61 May 29, 2000 May 7, 2013Ill. Jerome Stephens, Sr. Mt. Calvary No. 22 May 19, 1975 May 27, 2013Ill. Newton H. Miller Charles E. Gordon No. 65 May 16, 2008 June 2, 2013SGIG Ernest Don Solomon, Jr. Wolverine No. 15 May 9, 1983 June 6, 2013Ill. Eddie L. Trayvick Miami No. 26 May 20, 1996 June 11, 2013Ill. Harold W. Lester Nimrod No. 9 May 9, 1977 June 24, 2013Ill. Glen H. Walker Kaw Valley No. 16 May 29, 2006 June 27, 2013Ill. Algner E.A. Broach III King Solomon No. 20 May 19, 1975 June 30, 2013Ill. William R. Young Bison No. 29 May 26, 2008 July 9, 2013Ill. Tommie J. Stephens Mountain & Plains No. 33 May 29, 1989 July 21, 2013Ill. Hubert H. Hannah, Sr. Western No. 28 May 16, 1988 July 23, 2013Ill. Albert L. Shipman Keystone No. 85 May 19, 1975 July 30, 2013Ill. Booker T. Nichols DeMolay No. 1 May 25, 1987 August 3, 2013Ill. Charles C. Hart Bezaleel No. 15 May 30, 1994 August 5, 2013Ill. Harold O. Phillips Prince Hall No. 67 May 31, 1993 August 8, 2013SGIG Magnus E. Burney Western No. 28 May 29, 1989 August 14, 2013Ill. Dwight Manuel Ionic No. 70 May 26, 2008 August 19, 2013Ill. Spurgeon H. Smith Leo Calvin Newton No. 83 May 14, 1979 August 21, 2013Ill. Vincent Edwards Mt. Royal No. 97 May 20, 1996 August 30, 2013Ill. J.C. Camper Keystone No. 85 May 15, 1978 September 1, 2013Ill. Joseph W. Austin G. Oscar Carrington No. 93 May 16, 1988 September 7, 2013Ill. Edward L. Brydie Cascadian No. 75 May 28, 2007 September 16, 2013Ill. Henderson Hutchings, Jr. Bison No. 29 May 30, 2005 September 16, 2013Ill. Bertram A. Newton James E. Morley No. 73 May 25, 1987 September 17, 2013SGIG Dwight R. Johnson Keystone No. 85 June 2, 1986 September 18, 2013Ill. Robert H. Decuir Western No. 28 May 9, 1976 September 19, 2013 Ill. James K. Stokes Willamette No. 23 May 20, 1991 September 20, 2013Ill. Melvin F. Moragne DeMolay No. 1 May 28, 2012 September 21, 2013Ill. Armstead W. Joyner Martin L. King, Jr. No. 86 May 25, 1987 September 22, 2013Ill. Thomas C. Miles Pentecost No. 98 May 28, 2001 September 30, 2013Ill. Norman L. Walker Tyree No. 64 May 31, 2004 October 14, 2013Ill. Henry Holley, Jr. Kaw Valley No. 16 May 11, 1981 October 19, 2013SGIG Clarence J. Walker St. Matthews No. 24 May 13, 1968 October 24, 2013Ill. Harold Eastmond Mount Royal No. 97 May 30, 2005 November 1, 2013Ill. Lucious W. Johnson DeHugo No. 2 May 26, 2008 November 8, 2013Ill. Lloyd Parham Holy Sepulchre No. 17 May 30, 1994 November 8, 2013Ill. Leon S.J. Stewart Nimrod No. 9 May 9, 1977 November 11, 2013Ill. James E. Peterson Homer E. Gaines No. 112 May 11, 1981 November 12, 2013Ill. Richard L. Jones Miami No. 26 May 9, 1983 November 20, 2013Ill. Richard C. Thomas Western No. 28 May 31, 2010 November 22, 2013 Ill. Billy J. Ganaway Pikes Peak No. 81 May 9, 1983 December 6, 2013Ill. Edward Hill Utica No. 45 May 27, 2013 December 15, 2013Ill. Robert J. Robinson, Sr. L.D. Easton No. 21 May 18, 1992 December 15, 2013Ill. Paul L. Johnson Charles E. Gordon No. 65 May 16, 1988 December 19, 2013Ill. James Butler, Sr. Hartford No. 80 May 29, 1989 December 20, 2013 Ill. Eugene H. Lawrence St. Cyprian No. 4 May 25, 1998 December 22, 2013SGIG Samuel C. Hunter, Jr. Pikes Peak No. 81 May 12, 1969 December 26, 2013Ill. Arnold W. Scott King Solomon No. 20 May 28, 2007 December 26, 2013Ill. Oswley G. Spiller Wolverine No. 6 June 2, 1997 December 27, 2013 Ill. Gerald H. Walkup Western No. 28 May 7, 1984 December 27, 2013 Ill. Darby G. Vaughn Bezaleel No. 15 May 27, 2002 December 29, 2013Ill. Thomas E. Taylor Miami No. 26 May 29, 1995 January 1, 2014Ill. Clifford Harris Western No. 28 May 16, 1988 January 4, 2014SGIG James E. Dawes Ararat No. 115 May 31, 1999 January 6, 2014Ill. William R. Miller Bezaleel No. 15 May 7, 1984 January 8, 2014Ill. Greville G. Connell Mt. Royal No. 97 May 30, 2005 January 13, 2014Ill. Jack E. Steele Marquette-Joliet No. 104 May 29, 1989 January 13, 2014

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SuspensionsALASKA

James H. WatsonTop of the World No. 102

BAHAMASJohn RolleLeo Calvin Newton No. 83

CANADAKenneth A. NurseBeaver No. 74

CO/UT/WYRobert G. SimsPikes Peak No. 81

CONNECTICUTJohn D. FergusonHartford No. 80Samuel C. HamiltonHartford No. 80Robert W. Johnson, Sr.Hartford No. 80David L. TaylorHartford No. 80

DELAWAREAlexander G. BeckettG. Oscar Carrington No. 5George W. BeckettG. Oscar Carrington No. 5Dillard W. ChristmasCorinthian No. 5

EUROPEDavid A. AlleeBooker Alexander No. 117Tony E. GrahamSpain Military No. 99

EUROPE (CONT.)Andrew MorganEureka No. 113Mark A. OdomBooker Alexander No. 117Earl A. PinckneySpain Military No. 99Larry Poole, Sr.Eureka No. 113Glenn A. RitchieEureka No. 113

FAR EASTDavid E. BennettJohn J. Story No. 111Raylando R. JeffersonJohn J. Story No. 111Derek L. StallingJ. C. Logan No. 114

IOWAPaul L. HarperWilliam F. Powell No. 46

ILLIONISIrvin G. BarnesWestern No. 28Oba Lee Beasley, Sr.Menelik No. 49Walter G. EdwardsNorth Shore No. 91Richard Ford, Sr.Tyree No. 64Willie E. GlennBalthasar No. 92Leslie R. JohnsonTyree No. 64

NEW YORK (CONT)James E. SmithKing David No. 3Kevin SpearmonLong Island No. 61Isaiah O. WilliamsLong Island No. 61

NEW JERSEYJames P. BooneSamuel W. Gordon No. 50

OHIOCharles R. ByrdMiami No. 26Antwan L. HorstonBezaleel No. 15Michael A. HouseBezaleel No. 15James L. Robinson, Jr.Bezaleel No. 15

PENNSYLVANIAWillie Boyd, Jr.Martin L. King, Jr. No. 86Gregory B. PatrickSt. Cyprian No. 4

RHODE ISLANDNorman J. Jackson, Sr.Mt. Sinai No. 12

WASHINGTON/OREGONHarold H. BondCascadian No. 7

WISCONSINOscar L. BatesIonic No. 70

ILLINOIS (CONT.)Elmer D. JonesTyree No. 64Johnnie F. SumersetWestern No. 28W. “Bill” Williams, Jr.Western No. 28

KANSASCharlie D. Riley, Jr.Western Star No. 18

MICHIGANPaul L. HubbardWolverine No. 6Frederick L. McDonaldPeninsular No. 44Elvin J. Parker, IIIHomer E. Gaines No. 112

MINNESOTAAlex D. HorneNorth Star No. 14Charles E. MartinNorth Star No. 14

NEW YORKHoward DodsonKing David No. 3Lambertis GibbsUtica No. 45Dwayne HambricPentecost No. 98George J. PowellLong Island No. 61Fitzgerald RamsayLong Island No. 61Earl E. SingletonKing David No. 3

Ill. Wilbert West St. Matthews No. 24 May 9, 1977 January 13, 2014Ill. James B. Holmes King David No. 3 May 7, 1984 January 19, 2014SGIG William A. McClain King Solomon No. 20 May 3, 1971 February 4, 2014Ill. Adair Gibbs Marion No. 60 June 2, 1997 February 10, 2014Ill. Joseph B. Jackson, Jr. Corinthian No. 5 May 31, 1999 February 10, 2014Ill. Alonzo Sutherland Jerome Lipscomb No. 110 May 16, 1988 February 11, 2014 Ill. Robert E. Cody Martin L. King, Jr. No. 86 May 25, 2009 February 16, 2014Ill. John E. Minor DeHugo No. 2 May 30, 1994 February 16, 2014Ill. Fredwood J. Morgan Mount Calvary No. 22 May 26, 2003 February 18, 2014Ill. Floyd L. Bass, Sr. Saginaw Valley No. 71 May 27, 1987 February 23, 2014Ill. Arthur A. Malone Bezaleel No. 15 May 20, 1993 March 1, 2014Ill. Alphonsa A. Cook Mt. Sinai No. 12 May 31, 1993 March 12, 2014Ill. Ronald W. Boone Menelik No. 49 May 10, 1982 March 14, 2014Ill. James W. Austin Hartford No. 80 June 2, 1986 March 29, 2014

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SGIG James E. Poe T.P. Haroldson No. 94 May 29, 2013SGIG Darnell Phenix Samuel T. Daniel No. 87 July 13, 2013SGIG Robert D. Nesbitt, Jr. Prince Hall No. 19 August 27, 2013SGIG Hubert Reese May 20, 2014

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Mo’ne Davis and the Taney Dragons of Philadelphia, PA and the Jackie Robinson West (JRW), of Chicago, IL, Little League teams shocked the nation by finishing in the final rounds of the Little League World Series (LLWS) held in Williamsport, PA. In the LLWS losers’ bracket elimination game it was the Taney Dragons -vs- JRW. JRW went on to win by a score of 6-5. In the US Finals, JRW went on to defeat Las Vegas 7-5 making them the 2014 US Champions. In the LLWS Championship Game it was US Champs JRW -vs- International Champs South Korea. JRW was defeated by South Korea by a score of 8-4. This was an exciting summer for these Inner City Youths and this year just happens to be the most watched LLWS ever on ESPN networks. Congratulations go out to the Taney Dragons and Jackie Robinson West the 2014 US Champs.

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SGIG Ernest D. Solomon, Jr., 33ºWolverine Consistory #6 (Michigan)

Date Master Mason: April 1985Date 33º: May 9, 1988

Date Active: May 30, 2011Date Born: July 4, 1927Date Died: June 6, 2013

SGIG James E. Dawes, 33ºArarat Consistory #115 (Europe)Date Master Mason: Nov. 1961

Date 33º: May 31, 1999Date Active: May 2008

Date Born: February 26, 1937Date Died: January 6, 2014

SGIG Clarence J. Walker, 33ºSt. Matthews Consistory #24 (Ohio)Date Master Mason: March 1953

Date 33º: May 13, 1968Date Active: May 2001

Date Born: December 1, 1925Date Died: October 24, 2013

SGIG Dwight R. Johnson, 33ºKeystone Consistory #85 (Far East)Date Master Mason: June 1973

Date 33º: June 2, 1986Date Active: June 2007

Date Born: October 28, 1952Date Died: September, 18, 2013

SGIG Billy H. Hall, 33ºJoseph Lipscomb #110 (Far East)

Date Master Mason: March 1977Date 33º: May 13, 1985

Date Active: May 20, 1996Date Born: August 16, 1946Date Died: April 13, 2013

SGIG Magnus E. Burney, 33ºWestern Consistory #28 (Illinois)

Date Master Mason: September 1972Date 33º: May 29, 1989

Date Active: May 29, 2008Date Born: January 19, 1941Date Died: August 6, 2013

SGIG Irvin Siplin, 33ºGustave L. Solomon #101 (Europe) Date Master Mason: March 1984

Date 33º: May 31, 1999Date Active: May 2010

Date Born: August 13, 1951Date Died: April 10, 2013

In MemoriamSo rest on from your earthly labors, our beloved brethren, your contributions and good deeds shall be

remembered forever. You have been summoned by The Great Creator to have eternal peace in the Heavens.29

SGIG Samuel C. Hunter, Jr., 33ºPikes Peak Consistory #81 (Colorado)

Date Master Mason: May 1948Date 33º: May 12, 1969Date Active: May 1971

Date Born: September 1, 1919Date Died: December 26, 2013

SGIG William A. McClain, 33ºKing Solomon Consistory #20 (Ohio)

Date Master Mason: May 1965Date 33º: May 3, 1971Date Active: May 1974

Date Born: January 11, 1913Date Died: February 4, 2014

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On Monday morning, May 26, 2014 the 133rd Annual Session of the United Supreme Council (USC) opened with Lieutenant Grand Commander Ill. Basil Sands, 33º presiding, received the Active Membership followed by SGC Dr. Solomon Wallace, 33º, into the Scottish Rite Chambers, where he received the gavel of authority. Ill. Sands still presiding, continued by receiving visiting delegations to include; the Northern and Southern Masonic Jurisdictions led by SGCs John W. McNaughton, 33º (NMJ), and Ronald Seale, 33º (SMJ), respectively and the AEAONMS led by Imperial Potentate Homer L. Buchannan, 33º. Last to be received was MWGM Darryl Smith from the MWPHGL of OH., who brought greetings and received his peers the MWGMs from across the several Orients. This was a very harmonious and productive Session and well received by its membership.

United Supreme Council – 133rd Annual Session

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United Supreme Council Benevolent Foundation Donations

United Supreme Council Annual Banquet

Class Donations to the Benevolent Foundation

Pictured top left (clockwise) SGC Dr. Solomon Wallace accepting donations to the USC Benevolent Foundation from President of the Samuel C. Hunter, Jr., Class of 2014 GIG Lonnie Smith II (OH), GIG Lawrence E. Coleman (OH), Sr., SGIG James A. Wells (PA), GIG Nesbitt A. Higgins(BAH), SGIG Leon Shackleford (NY) and SGIG Carlisle Blackett, Deputy for Canada.

Pictured: Ill. Roland K. Lee, Assistant to the Treasurer General presented checks coming from the USC Benevolent Foundation to the Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School, accepting (Left) Ruth Ellerby, Camp Eureka accepting (Center) Wilma J. Johnson, and Wilberforce University, accepting (Right) LL Barbara King. Also receiving donations were National Freedom Day Association, National Alzheimer Association and the NAACP.

On Monday evening, May 26, 2014, the USC Annual Banquet was held at the Hyatt Hotel, Cincinnati, OH, with SGIG Sidney Broadnax, Deputy for Ohio serving as Master of Ceremony. Highlights included – A Special Presentation “Recognizing the Veterans and remembering our deceased Military Members”. On behalf of the “Samuel C. Hunter Class of 2014”, Class President GIG Lonnie Jones II presented SGC Dr. Solomon Wallace 33º with a generous donation to the USC Benevolent Foundation and a love offering to Mrs. Minnie Ray Hunter and family. The USC Gold Medal of Achievement Award was presented to the following; SGIGs Roland K. Lee, Sr., Edward M. Brooks II, William Stark, Robert E. Thomas, Melvin Frierson, Roscow A.L. Davies, Carlisle N. Blackett, James S. Webb, Daniel L. Lunsford, George M. Calloway, Arthur R. Crawford, George E. Dickerson and Samuel J.D. Shook, Jr. All in attendance enjoyed an evening of fine dining and fellowship.

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SGIG Daniel Poole – Deputy for the Orient of the Far East Community Service - San Fernando Center

“The Children’s, Joy Foundation, Inc.”Republic of the Philippines

J.C. Logan Consistory No. 114Submitted By: GIG Lorenzo Johnson, 33º - J.C. Logan Consistory #114

Members of the Far East Orient make a difference in everyclime and place.

Fraters of J.C. Logan Consistory #114 truly understand the value in "giving". Despite encountering typhoon conditions upon their arrival in the Philippines for the 43rd Annual Council of Deliberations, members rallied together to fulfill their philanthropic goals, impacting the lives of Filipino children through charitable contributions. Pictured to the left is the entrance to the Children's Foundation.

Since being introduced to the organization, by GIG Douglas Baker, Keystone #85, members of J. C. Logan #114 have visited and contributed to the children on every visit to the country. Members have provided the foundation with a flat screen television for the girl's dorm, two complete computers and a printer for their study room, an air conditioner for the study room, various amounts of toiletries, food, and monetary donations.

During the October 2013 visit, members donated clothes, food, and six (6) fans for use in common areas throughout the center. SPs Timothy Lester and James Gilbert purchased fans at the local mall. The Consistory was pleased to have members of Keystone #85 assisting in this visit. GIG Tommy Denton donated funds for clothes and GIG Robert Deloney donated clothes and traveled with our Fraters during the visit. During our visit, the children demonstrated their appreciation by performing local dances and songs. These performances are heartfelt; and beyond a doubt, they are the highlight of our trip.

The director for the San Fernando center of "The Children's Joy Foundation, Inc." is Ms. Marilou Tolenada. She is a humble person, dedicated to bettering the lives of these children and has always been a joy to work with. Anyone wanting more information on this wonderful organization please email; cjfipampanga@gmail.com.