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SUMMER 2014

William J. ThomasGrand Master of Masonsin the State of New York

THE EMPIRE STATE MASON MAGAZINE SUMMER 2014 2

MW WILLIAM J. THOMAS Grand Master

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From the Grand East

Membership retention is a topic not unique to our own Grand Lodge. Other jurisdictions are also concerned. Retention is the subject of this excerpt from a Masonic newspaper. It provides some thoughts on why our Brothers might not be with us tonight and encourages them to return to Lodge. Among the suggestions, here are “… a few of the most important, leaving the filling up of the outline to the reader himself:

“1st. Let your Lodge room be comfortable and cheerful, and give it as much of a home character as possible.

“2nd. Let your furniture and regalia be neat, clean, and appropriate.

“3rd. Let the intercourse of the members be entirely kind and fraternal.

“4th. Let the work be at all times illustrated fully and accurately.

“5th. Let the business be transacted with becoming dispatch and earnestness, and all the members feel themselves interested in whatever is introduced.

“6th. Let the degrees be conferred with all possible care, without levity or rudeness.

“7th. Let the exercises of the evening be varied, especially during the winter season, by brief essays and addresses.

“8th. Indulge frequently in fraternal visits to other Lodges in your vicinity.”

The source is the Masonic News – of 1872. And although 152 years have passed since the Masonic News published this, the admonitions remain relevant.

Cypress Lodge 292 in Naples, Florida published its own much more recent suggestions:

• “We should utilize and respect the skills of our brothers ... Young and old! They need to become interested, involved, empowered and their abilities and opinions respected!

• “Cypress Lodge must be made as attractive as possible, inside and out. We are still the largest and most respected fraternal organization in the world. Let’s make certain that visitors and guests are impressed by our surroundings.

• “Make our meetings fun, educational, efficient and interesting! We must be respectful of everyone’s time. Prospective and existing members have to want to be there... or they will simply spend their precious time elsewhere.

• “We have to become a visible, active part of the community and participants in the organized celebrations and activities that already exist. We should proudly announce our upcoming programs, charitable events and contributions to the greater community and invite other worthy organizations to our events and meetings.”

Brethren, take a quiet moment and reflect on your own Lodge. Is your Lodge boring? All too many of our Lodges become mired down in administrative and deliberative activities during open Lodge – activities which might be best conducted outside the Lodge before or after the meeting.

Our new Brothers joined for Masonry. We promised

them that. If we fail to deliver on our promise, they will go elsewhere to find what they are looking for.

Here are a few of my own suggestions:• Open the Lodge on time. Nothing is more boring than

standing around waiting, after you have made good effort to be at Lodge at the announced hour of opening.

• Conduct the work of the evening before the administrative work – immediately after opening. Many bored Brothers intentionally arrive late so they do not have to sit through the minutiae. After a couple of meetings, they will arrive in a more timely manner, so as not to miss the work of the Lodge.

• Have an interesting program related to the Craft. An important lecture on tax credits is best left for a lecture outside the Lodge.

• Close the Lodge in a timely manner so the brethren may attend to post-Lodge fraternal functions – or return home, as needed.

Does that sound too simplistic? Sometimes we overlook the obvious. Remember the KISS principle? Keep It Short and Simple. And KISS applies as well to membership retention.

A PERSONAL INVITATIONHave you visited our Masonic campus in Utica? St.

John’s weekend is a wonderful opportunity to see the spectacular grounds and facilities. I personally invite you and your family to join me as we celebrate the investiture of our new Grand Lodge Officers. There will be games, crafts, food - even a parade. The location and schedule is included in this issue.

Please join Susan and me for this fantastic event.

MW William J. Thomas Grand Master s

Another Perspective?


TABLE OF CONTENTS Volume 63 / Number 2 / SUMMER 2014

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STEPHEN L. ZABRISkIEArticle Editor

CONSULTANTS

JEFFREY M. WILLIAMSONDeputy Grand Master

CHARLES P. UHLESenior Grand Warden

RICHARD S. MORLEYJunior Grand Warden

CHARLES CATAPANOGrand Treasurer

PAUL M. ROSENGrand Secretary

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ON ThE COvEr:May 6, 2014

MW William J. Thomas installed as the 104th Grand Master at the 233rd Annual Communication.

IN ThIS ISSUEFeatured HigHligHts: Elected and Appointed Grand Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Be It known. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Grand Unity Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Grand Master’s Ball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Mighty Run . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Committees: From the Grand East . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Masonic Care Community . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Camp Turk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Masonic Brotherhood Fund . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Grand Historian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Grand Chaplain’s Corner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Cardiac Research Institute /Masonic Medical Research Laboratory . . . . . . . 27

Grand Lodge Educational Assistance Program (EAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Committee on Youth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

DeMolay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

International Order of the Rainbow for Girls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Organization of Triangles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Dates to Remember . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Submitting Articles to ESM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Years of Service Awards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36-38

Grand Master’s Family Day at the Ball Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Grand Master’s Cruise Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40


Elected Grand Line 2014-2016

Most Worshipful William J. Thomas is the Grand Master of Masons in the State of New York. Brother Thomas was previously Deputy Grand Master and Grand Treasurer. He is a Past Master of Shakespeare Lodge, and of the American Lodge of Research. Previously Brother Thomas was Trustee of the Chancellor Robert R Livingston Masonic Library. Brother Thomas was District Deputy Grand Master of the Sixth Manhattan District under Most Worshipful Edward R. Trosin. He also serves on the Committee on Unity for the Grand Lodge, the Brotherhood Foundation and various other appointments.

Brother Thomas is a frequent lecturer on various topics of Masonic interest, including Traditional Observance, history, biography and ritual. He is a Life Member of the Philalethes Society, and founded its Knickerbocker Chapter in New York City. He is a member of Thomas Smith Webb Chapter of Research, New Hampshire’s Anniversary Lodge of Research, and is Past Master of the American Lodge of Research. Brother Thomas has hosted a number of research programs for the Masonic Library on a variety of topics, including the 2008 tour with the Library’s Processus Contra Templarios, acquired from the Secret Archives of the Vatican.

Brother Thomas is active in all the York Rite bodies. He is Viceroy for St. Paul’s Conclave, Red Cross of Constantine, and a member of the York Rite College in Long Island.

He is a member of the Valley of New York, Scottish Rite; Kismet Temple; and Azim Grotto. Brother Thomas also is active in National Sojouners.

Non-Masonic:Brother Thomas is a retired

Enforcement Branch Chief for the New York office of the US Securities and Exchange Commission. He is currently in private practice with his own company, SEC Intelligence LLC, in New York City. His work includes forensic accounting, accounting fraud,

due diligence, anti-money laundering and corruption cases involving the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. Brother Thomas was previously a Federal Special Agent with Navy Intelligence, and a peacekeeper with the United Nations in Somalia.

Brother Thomas is a US Military veteran, and honorably served with the US Navy during the Vietnam era. He is a member of the American Legion and the Military Order of the World Wars. The Honorary Order of Kentucky Colonels commissioned him

a Colonel in 2000 for his philanthropic work and service. He is a member of the International Association for Asset Recovery, and both the French American Lawyers Association, and the Swiss American Lawyers Association of Greater New York.

Bill lives in Manhattan with his loving wife, Susan, and where they serve as principal staff for Willie, a demanding feline of undetermined origin. They attend St. John the Evangelist Church on East 55th Street in Manhattan. s

MW WiLLiAM J. ThoMAsGrand Master and wife, susan


Elected Grand Line2014-2016

RW Jeffrey M. Williamson is currently serving as the Deputy Grand Master of the Grand Lodge. He is a 33rd Degree Mason, a Past Grand High Priest of New York and served as Deputy General Grand High Priest of the General Grand Chapter RAM International.

Professionally, RW Brother Williamson is a Project Manager-Engineer for Ferguson Electric of Buffalo, NY. Ferguson is one of the largest electrical contractors in the western region of New York and Brother Williamson holds all of the Master Electrician licenses required for the various municipalities located in that area. He is also responsible for electrical design-build, estimating and project management.

In spare time, Brother Jeff enjoys the great outdoors: fly fishing, hunting and traveling. Brother Jeff is celebrating his thirty-fifth year in the Craft and has an active and enjoyable life. He has been married for forty years to Carla Williamson; they have two sons, a daughter-in-law and two granddaughters.

Bro. Jeff is an Ordained Elder and member of the Alden Presbyterian Church and a former Clerk of Session. He is involved in the Western New York community. He has served as Chairman of Ferguson Electric’s United Way of Buffalo and Erie County Annual Campaign for more than fourteen years and has raised over a million dollars for this major community charity. s

RW JEFFREy M. WiLLiAMsondeputy Grand Master

Carla Williamson and the First Lady Susan at the Grand Lodge Installation on May 6, 2014.

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Elected Grand Line 2014-2016

RW Charles P. Uhle, Senior Grand Warden, was Raised in Wappingers Lodge 671 in 1987 and served as Worshipful Master six times. He was appointed District Deputy Grand Master from 2002–2004 under Grand Master Carl Fitje and again from 2004-2006 under Grand Master Edward Trosin.

Brother Uhle is a Charter Member of the R. Malcolm Hunter Masonic War Veterans Post 53 and is currently serving as Commander; he also served in the Grand Line of Grand Post of Masonic War Veterans. He has served on numerous Grand Lodge Committees. Brother Uhle was Junior Grand Warden under Grand Master Vincent Libone, and Trustee of the Chancellor Robert R Livingston Masonic Library. He is a member of both York Rite and Scottish Rite Bodies and has served as leader in most positions. Brother Uhle was instrumental in the founding of the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Chapter Order of DeMolay and is a recipient of the DeMolay Legion of Honor (Active).

RW Brother Charles was active in Boy Scouts and received the Bronze Pelican Award from Cardinal O’Connor for recognition of outstanding service to the spiritual development of youth in Scouting. He was a Committee Chairman and leader in 4-H. An active participant in the Christmas In April Program, he was three times team leader.

He is involved with the Hudson Valley Honor Flight Program, flying WWII vets to Washington DC to visit the Memorials that were erected in their honor. He says there are lots of laughs and lots of tears.

Bro. Uhle has been married for forty-seven years to his wife Lillian (Mike). They have a son who is a Mason and a daughter who is married to a Brother Mason. He enjoys flying—especially aerobatics—and rowing, and won a bronze and a silver medal in the Empire State Games. s

RW Brother Richard S. Morley, elected Junior Grand Warden, was raised in Central New York on a family dairy farm. He Joined the army and served in Germany in the early 1960s. After service to his country Brother Richard married Nancy Goodwin. Their three sons, Richard C. (Gayle), Michael A. (Tais), and William S., are all Past Masters. Richard and Nancy have two grandchildren: Dale, a recent graduate of St. Bonaventure University, and Hannah.

RW Brother Morley was Raised in 1995, served as Worshipful Master in 2001 and Secretary from 2004-2008 and 2010–2013. He was appointed DDGM for 2008–2010 and has been an AGL from 2010–2014. Brother Richard is a recipient of the DSA. He was Vice-Chairman of the Delaware District Masonic Safety ID Program; a member of the OSD Masonic Charities; High Priest of the Delaware Chapter 251 RAM; a member of Oneonta Council 87 of Cryptic Masons; and Norwich Commandery 46, Knights Templar. s

RW ChARLEs P. UhLEsenior Grand Warden

RW RiChARd s. MoRLEyJunior Grand Warden

Grand Master’s Reception and Dinner, Russo’s on the Bay, Monday May 5, 2014. Photograph by RW Jason Sheridan.


Photos credit by RW Jason P. Sheridan

Elected Grand Line2014-2016

RW Charles Catapano hails from Wantagh Morton Lodge 63 in the First Nassau District. He served as Master in 1993 and as Treasurer for twenty-one years. He served as District Deputy Grand Master from 2008-2010. He is Vice-Chairman of the Masonic Family and Fellowship Committee and Area 1 Chairman for the Masonic Brotherhood Fund.

Brother Catapano is retired from the NYPD where he worked on budget development and implementation. He currently works at North Shore LIJ Medical Center. He has an MBA in Finance from St. John’s University and has worked in the financial industry for over ten years.

Brother Catapano enjoys spending time with his three children, Christopher, Matthew and Jessica, and has a passion for golf. He and his best friend Donna are enjoying their lives together and are looking forward to all the adventures ahead of them. s

RW Paul M. Rosen, Esq., Grand Secretary, was born in Queens and grew up in Merrick, Long Island. A graduate of RPI and Cornell University Law School, he served as Assistant District Attorney in Westchester and Law Secretary to a Judge and has been in private practice of law since 1974. RW Rosen was Deputy Town Attorney for Ossining and the Prosecutor for the Village of Croton for twenty-three years. He also served as an impartial Hearing Officer in Special Education Hearings throughout the State and in Disciplinary Hearings for Westchester, Yonkers schools, Westchester BOCES and other school districts.

RW Paul is a Past Master of Fraternity Dunderberg 942, leading from 1998-2000 and 2001-2003. He was elected Trustee of Fraternity Dunderberg 942. He is a member of Buckingham Mohegan Royal Arch Chapter 174, Peekskill Council 55 and Valley of White Plains AASR. RW Rosen is a Past Secretary of the Masters & Wardens Association and was appointed DDGM in 2006-2008 and has been a Trustee of the Masonic Hall & Asylum Fund from 2008-2014.

Paul and his wife, Dr. Clare Rosen, live in Briarcliff Manor. They have two married children and two grandchildren. s

RW ChARLEs CATAPAnoGrand treasurer

RW PAUL M. RosEnGrand secretary

The 2014 Distinguished

Achievement Awards presented to:

M.E. Edmund D. “Ted” Harrison

(right) and S.K. David D. Goodwin (left - under the watchful

eye of Grand Master Thomas)


Elected Grand Line

Appointed Grand Line

Front Row (l-r): Nicholas J. Paolicelli, Grand Standard Bearer; Peter M. Flihan, III, Senior Grand Deacon; George D. Emmons, Grand Marshal; James R. Kintzel, Deputy Grand Marshal; Christopher J. Hough, Junior Grand Deacon;

James R. MacConnell, Deputy Grand Standard BearerTop Row (l-r): Richard J. Kessler, Grand Lecturer; Martin D. Merman, Grand Tiler; Richard W. Bateman, Grand Pursuivant

Front Row (l-r): Charles Catapano, Grand Treasurer; Jeffrey M. Williamson, Deputy Grand Master; William J. Thomas, Grand Master; Paul M. Rosen, Grand Secretary

Top Row (l-r): Richard S. Morley, Junior Grand Warden; Charles P. Uhle, Senior Grand Warden


Elected Grand Line Ladies

Appointed Grand Line Ladies

Front Row (l-r): Marsha MacConnell, Dina Flihan, Maureen Emmons, Pam Paolicelli, Donna HoughTop Row (l-r): Eleanor Bateman, Linda Kintzel, Joann Kessler

Front Row (l-r): Donna Brower (Catapano), Susan Taylor Thomas, Lilian UhleTop Row (l-r): Nancy Morley, Carla Williamson


From the Grand SecretaryRW PAUL M. ROSEN,

Grand secretary Masonic Hall

71 West 23rd Street New York, NY 10010

Phone 914-393-8466

Be It KnownMay 19, 2014

TO: The Officers Of The Grand Line, aLL PermanenT members, disTricT dePuTy Grand masTers, Grand swOrd bearers, Grand direcTOrs Of ceremOnies, Grand sTewards, Grand chaPLains, TrusTees Of The masOnic haLL & hOme, direcTOrs Of The masOnic medicaL research LabOraTOry, TrusTees Of The chanceLLOr rOberT r LivinGsTOn masOnic Library, eLecTed Grand POsT Of The masOnic war veTerans, cOmmissiOners Of aPPeaL, Grand LOdGe cOmmiTTee members, aLL Officers Of The disTricT Grand LOdGe Of syria – LebanOn, Grand rePresenTaTives Of OTher Grand LOdGes, assisTanT Grand LecTurers, and TO aLL wOrshiPfuL masTers, seniOr & JuniOr wardens and secreTaries Of each LOdGe under The JurisdicTiOn Of This Grand LOdGe:BE IT KNOWN, that at the Two Hundred and Thirty-third Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of the State of New York, held at the Masonic Hall in New York City, on the 5th and 6th days of May, 2014, A.L. 6014, the following Brethren were elected, and proclaimed Grand Lodge Officers for the ensuing year:

M\W\ William J. Thomas Grand MasterR\W\ Jeffrey M. Williamson Deputy Grand MasterR\W\ Charles P. Uhle Senior Grand WardenR\W\ Richard S. Morley Junior Grand WardenR\W\ Charles Catapano Grand TreasurerR\W\ Paul M. Rosen Grand Secretary

ALL OF THE ELECTED OFFICERS named above were duly installed on Tuesday, May 6th at the Two Hundred and Thirty-third Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of the State of New York, held at the Masonic Hall in New York City.COMMISSIONERS OF APPEALS reconfirmed were: R\W\ Jay S. Dankberg, for three years in place of R\W\ Jay S. Dankberg, term expired; R\W\ Michael R. Siegel, for three years in place of R\W\ Michael R. Siegel, term expired; and R\W\ Albert R. Trezza, for three years in place of R\W\ Albert R. Trezza, term expired. Continuing in unexpired terms are: R\W\ Jeffrey W. Halbreich, Chief Commissioner (2016), R\W\ John M. Leventhal (2015), R\W\ Stanley Parness (2016), and R\W\ Alan Schlesinger (2015).TRUSTEES OF THE MASONIC HALL AND HOME elected were: R\W\ George S. Getman, for three years in place of R\W\ Keith Heinrich, term expired; R\W\

Nathan D. Lipper, for three years in place of R\W\ Paul M. Rosen, term expired; R\W\ Kurt Ott, for three years in place of R\W\ M. Donald Darrohn III, term expired; R\W\ Paul D. Reitz, for one year in place of the unexpired term of the late R\W\ John E. Krauss, deceased. Continuing in unexpired terms are: R\W\ Manuel Abad (2016), R\W\ Alfred B. Dais (2016), R\W\ Griffith Jones III (2015), R\W\ Werner H. Kniesel (2015), and R\W\ David F. Stoy (2016).DIRECTORS OF THE MASONIC MEDICAL RESEARCH LABORATORY elected or reelected were: R\W\ Arnold Auerbach, for three years in place of R\W\ John P. Dietzel, term expired; R\W\ Michael A. Chaplin, for three years in place of R\W\ John H. Story, Jr., term expired; R\W\ Arthur P. Fisch, for three years in place of R\W\ Arthur P. Fisch, term expired; R\W\ Paul A. Guerrero, for three years in place of R\W\ Laurence I. Sussman, term expired; and R\W\ Edward S. Newsham, for three years in place of R\W\ Edward S. Newsham, term expired. Continuing in unexpired terms are: R\W\ Anthony V. Boccabella (2015), R\W\ John P. Chang (2015), R\W\ Amado J. David (2016), R\W\ William H. Getman (2015), R\W\ H. Joseph Heath (2016), R\W\ R. Curtiss Montgomery (2015), R\W\ Alvaro F. Quiroga (2016), R\W\David F. Schneeweiss (2015), R\W\ Sheldon D. Stachel (2016), and R\W\ Victor G. Webb (2016).TRUSTEES OF THE CHANCELLOR ROBERT R LIVINGSTON MASONIC LIBRARY OF GRAND LODGE elected or re-elected were: M\W\ Edward G. Gilbert, P.G.M., for three years in place of M\W\ Edward G. Gilbert, P.G.M., term expired; R\W\ Jon P. Kidwell, for three years in place of R\W\ Ronald W. White, term expired; R\W\ Richard C. Mills, for three years in place of R\W\ Richard C. Mills, term expired; R\W\ Richard J. Powell, for two years in place of R\W\ Richard J. Powell, term expired and for alignment of terms; R\W\ Frank C. Rice II, for three years in place of R\W\ Walter J. Hilsenbeck, term expired; and R\W\ Erik M. Strohl, for three years in place of R\W\ Richard H. Eberle, term expired; Continuing in unexpired terms are: R\W\ Edward A. Chiani (2015), R\W\ Pierre de Ravel D’Esclapon (2015), R\W\ John P. Deveney (2016), R\W\ S. Marlon Gayadeen (2015), R\W\ Andrew B. Hengst (2016), R\W\ Stephen S. King (2016), R\W\ Scott D. Peat (2016), and R\W\ W. Bruce Renner (2015).


DIRECTORS OF THE MASONIC WAR VETERANS OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, INC. elected or re-elected were: R\W\ William J. Welsh, for one year in place of R\W\ William J. Welsh, term expired; Brother Brian E. Will, for one year in place of Brother Brian E. Will, term expired; R\W\ William C. Bontemps, Jr., for one year in place of R\W\ William C. Bontemps, Jr., term expired; R\W\ Michael J. Brzoza, for one year in place of W\ Curtis J. Hammill, retired and term expired; and R\W\ Donald R. Kunego, for one year in place of R\W\ Dennis A. Breheny, retired and term expired.GRAND LINE OFFICERS appointed or reappointed were: R\W\ George D. Emmons, Grand Marshal; R\W\ James R. Kintzel, Deputy Grand Marshal; R\W\ Peter A. Flihan III, Senior Grand Deacon; R\W\ Christopher J. Hough, Junior Grand Deacon; R\W\ Nicholas J. Paolicelli, Grand Standard Bearer; R\W\ James R. MacConnell, Deputy Grand Standard Bearer; R\W\ Richard J. Kessler, Grand Lecturer; M\W\ Daniel M. Semel, (Honorary PGM – Prince Hall Grand Lodge of New York), Judge Advocate; R\W\Steven A. Rubin, Proctor; R\W\Richard W. Bateman, A.G.S., Grand Pursuivant; R\W\ James H. Rice, Grand Historian; R\W\ Martin D. Merman, Grand Tiler; R\W\ Jordan I. Kaplan, Grand Organist; R\W\ Stephen Rumpf, Grand Organist; R\W\ Francis K. Wilcox, Grand Organist; R\W\ Gilbert Savitzky, P.G.T., Grand Secretary Emeritus; M\W\Gary A. Henningsen, P.G.M., Grand Secretary Emeritus; R\W\Harvey A. Eysman, Proctor Emeritus; and R\W\Joseph A. Quarequio, P.G.T., Grand Tiler Emeritus.DISTRICT GRAND LINE OFFICERS FOR THE DISTRICT OF SYRIA - LEBANON appointed or reappointed were: R\W\ Michel A. Timonian, District Grand Master; M\W\ Leon G. Zeitounalian, (Honorary PGM – Grand Lodge of Armenia), District Grand Secretary; and R\W\ Raffy H. Timonian, District Grand Secretary Emeritus.AWARD PRESENTATIONS:THE HENRY G. MEACHAM AWARD was presented to the representatives of Masonic Lodges by the R\W\Robert W. Strang, Jr., Grand Lecturer, for their outstanding and independent work exemplifying and performing the Masonic Ritual in their respective Lodges. A complete listing will appear in the Grand Lodge Proceedings of 2014.THE GRAND MASTER’S AWARD OF APPRECIATION was presented to R\W\Ronald J. Reid, Grand Chaplain; R\W\Kenneth E. Wagner, Grand Chaplain; R\W\ Stenrick B. Adams, Grand Chaplain; R\W\ Harris Mandel, Chairman of the Empire State Mason Advisory Sub-Committee; R\W\Richard T. Schulz, Chairman of the Grand Lodge Convention Committee; R\W\ Joseph M. Keeler, Vice Chairman and R\W\ James M. Tweedie, Vice Chairman of the Grand Lodge Convention Committee; R\W\ Robert Walter Strang, Jr., Grand Lecturer; R\W\ Michael A. Shipman, Chairman of the Grand Lodge Educational Assistance Program; and R\W\ Wesley C. Powell, former Chairman of the Grand Lodge Committee on Masonic Benevolence.THE GRAND LODGE PERMANENT MEMBER CERTIFICATE was presented to R\W\ Kurt Ott, Grand Treasurer; R\W\ William B. Fink, Jr., Junior Grand Warden;

R\W\ Jeffrey M. Williamson, Senior Grand Warden; and M\W\ James E. Sullivan, Grand Master.THE GEORGE PETER MEDAL was presented to R\W\ Christian G. Heberle, Vice Chairman of the Long - Range Planning Committee and the Leadership and Educational Services Committee of Grand Lodge.THE WENDELL K. WALKER MEDAL was presented by the Grand Master on October 30, 2013 to R\W\ John W. Whitbeck, a member and Past Master of Eastern Light Lodge No. 126, and on March 27, 2014 to R\W\ Robert Olmo, Jr., a member and Past Master of Cornucopia Lodge No. 563 and Vice Chairman of the Leadership and Educational Services Committee.THE ROBERT R LIVINGSTON MEDAL was presented to R\W\ John W. Krupp, Grand Marshal; R\W\ Clayton “Bob” R. Ruggles, Senior Grand Deacon; and R\W\ John P. Dwyer, Grand Standard Bearer.THE CHARLES HENRY JOHNSON MEDAL was presented to the M\W\ James E. Sullivan, Grand Master (2012 - 2014); and to R\W\ Raffy H. Timonian, District Grand Secretary Emeritus and Liaison Officer of the District Grand Lodge of Syria - Lebanon.THE GRAND LODGE MEDAL FOR DISTINGUISHED ACHIEVEMENT was presented to Sir Knight David D. Goodwin, Most Eminent Grand Master of the Grand Encampment of the United States of Knights Templar, and to The Most Excellent Companion Edmund “Ted” Dale Harrison, the General Grand High Priest of the General Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons International. These two Grand Lodge Medals for Distinguished Achievement were presented by the Grand Master during the daytime Tiled Session of the Annual Communication on Monday, May 5, 2014.

I. NEW PROPOSALS & REPORTS:THE GRAND LODGE COMMITTEE ON FINANCE recommended the passage of the following proposed 12-month Fiscal Year 2014 - 2015 Budget of the Grand Lodge F. & A.M. of the state of New York (June 1, 2014 through May 31, 2015):OPeraTinG revenue & OTher suPPOrT: Fees & Dues $1,382,069 Lodge Services (Net) 110,000 TOTaL revenue & suPPOrT: $1,492,069 OPeraTinG exPenses: Annual Communication $174,000 Print & Distribution of Proceedings 18,000 Transition to New Grand Master 7,000 Salaries and Related Costs 936,344 Grand Lodge Office Expense 194,396 Grand Lodge Officer’s Travel 130,200 Grand Lecturer’s Costs 33,000 Committee Expenses 185,850 Insurance 112,500 Retirement Assistance 2,445 Other Masonic Endeavors 100,000 TOTaL OPeraTinG exPenses: $1,893,735 chanGe-neT asseT befOre nOn-OPeraTinG revenue and OTher suPPOrT: ($401,666)


nOn-OPeraTinG revenue & OTher suPPOrT: Investment Income $150,000 Grand Lodge Fund 3,000 Legacies 0 Other Income (Net) 249,500TOTaL nOn-OPeraTinG revenue & OTher suPPOrT: $402,500 chanGe in neT asseTs $834Grand TOTaL surPLus / (deficiT) $834 The above proposed budgeT was approved by The voTe of grand Lodge.

II. NEW PROPOSALS AND FIRST AND ONLY READING OF AMENDMENTS TO THE CONSTITUTIONS REJECTED:Sections 102, 111, and 112 of the Constitutions to be amended with the provision that the office of Assistant Grand Lecturer and Regional Assistant Grand Lecturer be accorded the title of Right Worshipful and be made officers and members of Grand Lodge, which officers shall be recommended by the Grand Lecturer and appointed by the Grand Master.aT The recommendaTion of The consTiTuTions commiTTee, The above proposed amendmenT and proposed amendmenTs To aLL reLaTed sTaTuTes of The consTiTuTions and masonic Law perTaining To The assisTanT grand LecTurers and regionaL assisTanT grand LecTurers was rejecTed coLLecTiveLy by The voTe of grand Lodge.

III. NEW PROPOSALS AND FIRST AND ONLY READING OF AMENDMENTS TO THE CONSTITUTIONS WITHDRAWN:Section 125 of the Constitutions to be added as a new section to the Constitutions titled “The Board of Grand Masters” with a proposal to re-number the existing Sections 125 through 133 to read as Sections 126 through 134 of the Constitutions.The above proposiTion was wiThdrawn by The auThor.

IV. NEW PROPOSALS AND READING OF AMENDMENTS TO THE RULES OF ORDER:Section XI, Paragraph 14 to be amended with the following proposed New Language: The Standing Committee on Long-Range Planning; shall consist of nine (9) Permanent Members of Grand Lodge; of which three (3) shall be Past Grand Masters. The Grand Master shall appoint three (3) members (one a Past Grand Master) to serve for one (1) year; and three (3) members (one a Past Grand Master) to serve for two (2) years; and three (3) members (one a Past Grand Master) to serve for three (3) years. Their duties are to develop and continually update and maintain a Long-Range Plan for Grand Lodge’s Structure and Operations for the future.aT The recommendaTion of The consTiTuTions commiTTee, The above proposed amendmenT was passed and approved by The voTe of grand Lodge.A proposal to amend Section XI, Paragraph 19 of the Rules of Order was referred to the Grand Lodge Committee on Masonic Jurisprudence at the Annual Communication of this Grand Lodge held last year. The Grand Lodge Committee on Masonic Jurisprudence now proposes to amend Section XI, Paragraph 19 of the Rules of Order in two parts with the following proposed New Language: A Committee on

Publications, a Standing Committee, whose duties shall be to direct, guide and supervise all printed materials and publications of Grand Lodge including the Empire State Mason Magazine with the approval of the Grand Master.The Communications Committee shall be a Special Committee appointed by the Grand Master, whose duties shall be to direct, guide and supervise the Masonic NetNews, Electronic Communications, Public Relations and Publicity with the approval of the Grand Master.aT The recommendaTion of The consTiTuTions commiTTee, The above proposed amendmenT was passed and approved by The voTe of grand Lodge.The Grand LOdGe cOmmiTTee On cOrresPOndence & reLaTiOns reported that it had received a positive acknowledgement from the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Maryland that it had voted in the affirmative to our mutual recognition request made and voted upon at our May 2008 Annual Communication.With the adoption of this request, the Grand Lodge F. & A.M. of the State of New York now enjoys reciprocal and mutual relations with the Prince Hall Grand Lodges of New York, Alaska, Connecticut, Colorado, Delaware, District of Columbia, Massachusetts, North Carolina, Ohio, Virginia, and Maryland.furTher The Grand LOdGe cOmmiTTee On cOrresPOndence & reLaTiOns reported that the Grand Lodge National of France has settled its internal problems and has established order within their Grand Lodge. As such the Committee on Correspondence and Relations recommends that our Grand Lodge restore normal relations with the Grand Lodge National of France.The above reporT of The grand Lodge commiTTee on correspondence & reLaTions was approved by The voTe of grand Lodge.The cOmmiTTee On resTOraTiOns tendered their Annual Report containing petitions for restoration on behalf of three cases with the following recommendations: a) Mr. William Morales, Jr. BE RESTORED to the Rights and Privileges of Freemasonry; b) Mr. Mwamba S. E. Bey NOT BE RESTORED to the Rights and Privileges of Freemasonry; and c) Mr. Elias M. Feghali, Mr. Maurice E. Feghali, and Mr. Michael A. Bernotti’s NO ACTION REQUIRED OR TAKEN.The above reporT of The commiTTee on resToraTions was approved by The voTe of grand Lodge.The cOmmiTTee On masOnic JurisPrudence approves the leadership and performance demonstrated by the Grand Master, Most Worshipful James E. Sullivan, during this past year. The Grand Master’s message of brotherly love, charity and integrity, and the asking of the brethren to continue being good men are right on the mark and in keeping with the essence of our Craft. It was made quite evident by the Grand Master’s quick response to the disasters that have occurred around the world, especially in response to Hurricane Sandy, which adversely affected many of the brethren within this jurisdiction. The Grand Master expedited the provision of approving and distributing financial aid to the victims, which is in keeping with our tradition of taking care of our Brothers and their families.


The cOmmiTTee On masOnic JurisPrudence further reports that the Grand Master has worked hard in the area of fiscal responsibility by continuing to achieve a balanced budget, while ensuring that this Grand Lodge runs efficiently. The Masonic Jurisprudence Committee is pleased that the Grand Lodge Proceedings are almost up to date with the 2012 Edition being ready and at the Printing Company and the 2013 Edition being well on the way to production.The cOmmiTTee On masOnic JurisPrudence is also pleased that the Grand Master has been present at the meetings of the Trustees of the Masonic Hall & Home and the meetings of the Directors of the Masonic Medical Research Laboratory, so the Grand Master can ensure that the work they do benefits the Grand Master, the Grand Lodge and the Craft within this jurisdiction.The cOmmiTTee On masOnic JurisPrudence approves of the Grand Master’s decision to move the remarks of the Women’s and Youth Group’s from the Grand Master’s Dinner on Monday evening to the V.I.P. Dinner on Sunday evening. The Masonic Jurisprudence Committee also approves of the publishing of the names, biographies and photographs of the candidates for elected Grand Lodge Offices in the Empire State Mason Magazine, so that the brethren can recognize their faces, and know about each candidate and be better enabled to make an intelligent selection of who should lead Grand Lodge. The Masonic Jurisprudence Committee recommends that this procedure continue in the future.The cOmmiTTee On masOnic JurisPrudence also recommends as it has in the past that more emphasis needs to be placed upon retention of our members to reduce the number of losses caused by the non-payment of dues. The Masonic Jurisprudence Committee further recommends that the entire Grand Lodge, its Constitutions, its structure and organization be revisited and reviewed with the idea of making it run more efficiently, while increasing income, and reducing expenditures.The above reporT of The masonic jurisprudence commiTTee was approved by The voTe of grand Lodge.The cOmmissiOn Of aPPeaLs tendered their Annual Report concerning five separate cases. In summary, in the matter of R\W\ Gumersindo Alvarez, the decision of the Masonic Trial Commission was affirmed; in the matter of R\W\ Michael Formato, the proper appeal papers were never filed; in the matter of Mr. Ronald A.P. Joseph, Sr., the proper appeal papers were never filed; in the matter of Mr. Neal I. Bidnick, upon the vote of Grand Lodge conducted on May 7, 2013, the Penalty of Expulsion was imposed; in the matter of Mr. Razmig Djinbachian, Mr. Hagop Arlsanian and Mr. Anthony Milad, while these individuals seek to appeal the decision of the Masonic Trial Commission, they have not provided the

transcripts of the trial with which this Appeal Commission can review the record, and therefore the decision of the Masonic Trial Commission stands.The above reporT of The commission of appeaLs was approved by The voTe of grand Lodge.The Grand masTer caused the names and numbers of those Masonic Lodges to be read that were reported by the Accounting and Registry Departments of Grand Lodge as delinquent in filing the previous year’s Grand Lodge Per Capita Dues, Grand Lodge Fees, Annual Returns (Census Report) and/or Certificate of Elections required by the Constitutions. The said-named Lodges that remain delinquent as of June 15, 2014, will be subject to the suspension of their respective Charters by order of the Grand Master.The Grand masTer annOunced that, in accordance with Section 103 of the Constitutions, the Most Worshipful Grand Master would convene the 234th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge at the Masonic Hall, New York City, on Monday, May 4th and Tuesday, May 5th, 2015. The Grand Master further announced that the Minutes of the 233rd Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge would appear in the published Proceedings of this Grand Lodge.The Grand masTer caused the names of the Grand Master’s appointments for the offices of District Deputy Grand Masters and Grand Lodge Staff Officers to be read as taking effect on May 6, 2014. Further, it was announced by the Grand Master that the District Deputy Grand Masters and Grand Lodge Staff Officers would receive their commissions, or letters of appointment or reappointment, at the public Investiture Ceremonies to be held at the Masonic Care Community in Utica, New York, on Saturday afternoon, June 21, 2014, during the St. John’s Day Weekend.There beinG nO furTher business, the Most Worshipful Grand Master, William J. Thomas, closed the 233rd Annual Communication of Grand Lodge on May 6, 2014.

Given under my hand and Seal of the Grand Lodge of New York, this 19th Day of May 2014, A.L. 6014.

Paul M. Rosen Grand Secretary s

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On March 22 the Queens United Education Seminar Today (QUEST) presented its thirty-fourth program. The venue this time was the Advance Masonic Temple in Astoria, Queens. QUEST is the longest continuous-running educational seminar in the Grand Lodge of New York. Seventy Brothers attended, including MW Grand Master James E. Sullivan and the Grand Marshal, Brothers from the Queens and other Districts. Two Entered Apprentices and a Fellowcraft also took advantage of the opportunity.

The theme this year was PRIDE in Freemasonry. The QUEST Team showed it and the ceremonies proclaimed it. Grand Marshal John Krupp escorted Grand Master Sullivan to thundering applause. RW Kenneth Wagner, Grand Chaplain, gave the invocation and the Queens Veterans Honor Guard presented the Colors for the Pledge of Allegiance.

Keynote speaker RW William B. Fink, Jr., Junior Grand Warden, addressed the members with “Mentoring—a Personal Reflection.” His speech, well received by the Brothers, is available on Atholl1781.

An Entered Apprentice and another Brother performed a LSOME two-role play. Brothers in the audience traded questions and answers with the team. The session was interactive and educational.

A session on mentoring and LSOME followed. Five breakout groups of eight to ten Brothers were facilitated by team members. This session was popular with all, receiving high survey marks (4.8 out of 5) as Brothers shared and absorbed from each other.

Grand Master Sullivan imparted a powerful address, detailing how he was mentored throughout his life. And luncheon speaker, RW Kurt Ott, Grand Treasurer, also spoke on the theme of mentoring and his own experiences in Freemasonry.

Takeaway materials for attendees included mentoring articles and relevant MSA Short Talk Bulletins. A significant number of Brothers were not familiar with LSOME and were never mentored. Participants made their own contributions in the form of suggestions on the survey forms. They observed that mentoring is needed not only for candidates but also for Lodge officers. New candidates should be taken to other Lodges to witness their Degrees and should be mentored for at least one year. It was agreed that LSOME and mentoring help in retaining Brothers and getting them motivated to attend Lodge. s

QUEST XXXIV: Still delivering

Row 2 (l-r) RW Kurt Ott, Grand Treasurer; RW Lawrence J. Hammel, Jr.; RW Jamshed R. Ghadiali, GLSO Queens;RW Kenneth Wagner, Grand Chaplain; RW Howard E, Bonsaing, DDGM Queens

Row 1 (l-r) MW Vincent Libone, Grand Secretary and Past Grand Master; MW James E. Sullivan, Grand Master; RW John W. Krupp, Grand Marshal, and RW William B. Fink, Jr., Junior Grand Warden.


This program is designed to provide best-practice suggestions regarding the Ritual and its meaning and to help all of our Brothers to perform the work with excellence. Why do we need this program? The Ritual is our common link to all Masons around the world. Although the work changes from one place to another, we share common foundations and the Ritual is our common language.

When we talk about the meaning of the Ritual it is always with an understanding that we are trying to open a man’s mind, not to dictate to it. We share in the wisdom of many brilliant men throughout the ages and then bring their ideas home. At home, we mold and shape those thoughts and feelings and focus them on the task of building our spiritual temple here on earth.

The beauty of any language is to assist people in understanding each other through the common use of words. Is that not so with Freemasonry? It is the sincere wish of the Ritual Task Force that this program will spark great interest in the Ritual and its deep and beautiful meanings, so that they may impress upon the minds and souls of initiates and brethren, alike, the many wise and serious truths contained therein.

We hope to instill a deep desire to learn the Ritual and search out its meanings in life. We hope to motivate all of our brethren to want to use the Ritual as a means of providing for the Craft while at labor and to apply their understanding of its meanings each day of their lives.

Our intention is to help every Brother create—each in his own way, each with his own unique

vision—a rebirth of his dedication to making the Ritual a part of his life, not only in the Lodge but also while abroad in the world. We hope to begin a rebirth of Masonry using the Ritual as a vehicle; as a group of men who think seriously about their lives, about their souls and about the meaning of life, and who are thereby better enabled to put their obligation into practice in the world.

That’s our nutshell. In the fall issue we will undertake a more comprehensive explanation of our mission and our founding. s

Welcome to the Ritual Renaissance Program! By RW Richard C. Friedman and RW Glenn K. Rubin

On November 8 and 9, 2013 the Onondaga District was proud to have the George Washington Inaugural Bible in the District for the first time. This piece of American history was present for several events.

On November 8 a cocktail reception was held for eighty people, including Grand Master James E Sullivan, Grand Marshal John Krupp and their wives and Brothers and their families from five Masonic Districts. Brother Joel Ginns gave a brief history of the Bible and pictures were taken with the Grand Master and each attendee.

On November 9 the Bible was present at the Central New York Veteran’s Expo at the New York State Fairgrounds for a public display. An estimated 3,000 people were present to see the Bible, along with artifacts from the Everson Museum and the Onondaga Historical

Association. Several Brothers spoke with people waiting in line and explained the Bible, its history and Freemasonry. Grand Master Sullivan, DDGM James McNeal and other Brothers answered questions and greeted visitors.

Also on November 9, a Reaffirmation Ceremony was held at Crossroads Lodge 520. Brothers re-affirmed the core values of Masonry. Money was raised for the Onondaga Masonic Charities and the Grand Lodge Brotherhood Fund and contributions were made to the Everson Museum and Onondaga Historical Association, as well.

Many thanks go to the traveling Brothers from St. John’s Lodge 1 and the entire Onondaga District GWIB Team. We were gratified by all of those who attended the events, those who made donations and everybody who helped to make these events such a success. s

Washington Bible goes to Onondaga

l-r MW James E. Sullivan and RW James McNeal


2014 Grand Unity day The Grand Lodges of New Jersey; New York; Pennsylvania and Delaware

are coming together on Saturday September 13, 2014 At the Historic Trenton Masonic Temple, 100 Barrack Street, Trenton, NJ 08608

to exemplify the 3 Craft degrees as conferred in their Grand Jurisdictions

8:00 AM – Registration with your State Coordinator – Breakfast Available 9:00 AM – Opening Ritual by participants from the Grand Lodge of New Jersey First Degree exemplification by the Grand Lodge of New York (RW Mike Siegel, Ritual Director) Second Degree exemplification by participants from the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania 12:30 PM – Break for lunch 1:30 PM – Third Degree exemplification by the Colonial Team from the Grand Lodge of Delaware 3:30 PM – (Approximately) Closing Ritual by participants from the Grand Lodge of New Jersey

Make your $25.00 check payable to “Grand Lodge of NJ” and mail to the appropriate address below. Please include your Name, Address, Email and Telephone number with your check

New Jersey GL Attendees: mail to Mohamad A. Yatim, 18 Clydesdale Rd, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 (Tel: 484-995-3337) New York GL Attendees: mail to Jason Sheridan, 885 Broadway #9, Bayonne, NJ 07002 (Tel: 201-240-9609) Pennsylvania GL Attendees: mail to Jeffrey S. Heller, 309 Winding Way, King of Prussia, PA 19406 (Tel: 610-278-6871) Delaware GL Attendees: mail to Dale Irwin, 33997 Galena-Sassafras Rd, Galena, MD 21635 (Tel: 302-547-2342)

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Cost: $25.00 per attendee

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dress Code: Business Suit and

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Honoring M.W. William J. Thomas Grand Master of Masons in the State of New York

Russo's on the Bay, Saturday October 25 5:30 p.m.—10:30 p.m.

162-45 Cross Bay Blvd, Howard Beach, NY 11414

www.russosonthebay.com

Reservation Deadline: September 27, 2014.

Dress: Formal Attire

Free valet parking

5:30 p.m. Cocktail Hour: Various food stations. Followed by Dinner

and Dancing. Five Course Banquet with

wide choice of entree.

Subscription: $125 per person.

Open Bar during the entire event.

Susan Taylor-Thomas and the Most Worshipful William J. Thomas look forward to greeting you on Saturday, October 25, 2014

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If you require overnight accommodations on the Friday and/or Saturday night, the committee has negotiated a special rate of $149.00 per night + tax. For Crown Plaza Hotel, located at 138-10 135th Ave, Jamaica , NY 11436 - telephone (718)530-1160 and quote Group Code: MAS. Make hotel reservation prior to 10/10/2014 to receive this special rate.

Any questions can be raised to Mark Suckle at [email protected] or (516) 448-3124. For Meal reservations, please complete the form below & enclose it in an envelope with your check. Payable to “Masonic Brotherhood Fund” - Mail form & check to: Grand Master’s Ball Committee, c/o Grand Lodge Free and Accepted Masons, 71 W 23 Street, 17th Floor, New York NY 10010-4149.


As I conclude my service as a member of the Board of Trustees of the Masonic Hall and Home, I sincerely thank my Brothers who have worked following the true tenets of Masonry to benefit this Fraternity. I have been honored to serve twelve years on this body, the past five as the President of the Board. As a volunteer, the hours are more like a full-time position. But the job has been most gratifying and I am proud

of what has been initiated and accomplished.During this tenure, the Board of Trustees has improved the

quality of life at our Utica Campus. We changed our long term care operation to focus on the individual in our care, and that now serves as a model that other facilities have followed, adopting the neighborhood concept of skilled nursing care. After much research we determined it would be more cost effective to construct a new Wiley Hall and raze the building that was built in 1928. The creation of the Great Lawn, although controversial at the time, now offers convenient access to the great outdoors for our guests. We added apartments to our beautiful Acacia Village, to accommodate those with interest in living independently, which help support our skilled care services. Acacia Home Care was established to meet the needs of those who need care but could remain in their own home. Masonic Hall has received significant attention in order

to maintain and enhance that beautiful edifice. Plans have been initiated that will provide more commercial space, thus additional support for the Masonic Care Community – the Board’s mission. The DeWint House at Tappan with its rich historical past received a new roof, constructed in the style of the 1700s. Round Lake Camp is currently undergoing renovations of its bathroom facilities.

On April 21 the Board and all of Masonry celebrated a milestone, the 150th Anniversary of the incorporation of the Trustees of the Masonic Hall and Asylum Fund. As the oldest governing board in New York State Masonic history, it was tasked with running a home for the indigent Mason, his wife, widow and orphan. In 2014 the role of the Trustee has become more complex, as there are numerous state and federal rules and regulations that create challenges in governing this not-for-profit organization. This body has been true to its mission by doing all it could to protect and ensure the continuance of our Masonic Care Community and other properties for the next 150 years.

It has been a pleasure to work with a variety of men of integrity, with whom I have shared the responsibilities of being a member of the Trustees of the Masonic Hall and Home. I wish to this next group of leaders the best in their endeavors on behalf of our Masonic Jewels, the Masonic Care Community and Masonic Hall.

RW M. Donald Darrohn s

Introducing the rst ornament in a collector’s series that high-lights the beautiful Tiffany windows of the Daniel D. Tompkins Memorial Chapel. The series begins with the trio of windows depicting the gures of Faith, Hope, and Charity. Start your collection today and bring a piece of the Tompkins Chapel to life in your home.

MCC is a 501c3 organization; all donations are tax deductible as allowed by law. Fair market value of goods and services received is $14.00, thus $86.00 of each sale is tax-deductible as allowed by law.Shipping and handling not included.

This limited edition ornament is yours with your $100 contribution.All proceeds will support resident care at Masonic Care Community.

To purchase, please contact: Victoria Cataldo, Director of Development2150 Bleecker St, Utica NY [email protected] • (315) 798-4703

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Summer is finally here and your Masonic Care Community is in full preparation mode for the Annual St. John’s Day celebration June 20-21-22. We look forward to welcoming the new District Deputies and Staff Officers on Friday, as well as the 2014-2015 Grand Line. I hope you will take some time during your visit to walk the campus, visit our Health Pavilion and Wiley Hall, talk to our residents and your Brothers about their lives at MCC. Our schedule is listed below, but here are a few highlights.

All Masons and their families are invited to participate in our Jewish Services, being held in the Auditorium of the Administration building at 5 p.m. in order to accommodate all who would like to attend. It will be followed by the Oneg Shabat, in the main lobby. Following this service, come to Acacia Village for the annual picnic. This year, weather permitting, the Steve Falvo Easy Money Big Band will be performing and we will take the opportunity to celebrate the 150th Anniversary of the incorporation of the Trustees of the

Masonic Hall and Home. Wine and beer will be available with your dinner.

On Saturday, coffee and donuts will be offered in front of the Administration building to start your day, crafters and vendors will cover the Great Lawn, and tours will be offered of our beautiful campus. At 1 p.m., the Masonic War Veterans will hold a flag-raising ceremony in front of the Soldiers and Sailors Building and the parade to the Chapel will begin at 2 p.m., followed by the Investiture Ceremony.

On Sunday, join us for chapel at 9 a.m., followed by brunch in the Winter Garden. At 1 p.m. the Masonic Scholarship Awards will be distributed in a program held in the Auditorium of the Administration Building.

Our staff take great pride in creating an event that you will enjoy. We hope that you plan to come to Utica on the third weekend in June to join with your Brothers in fellowship and camaraderie. s

For the most up-to-date calendar forThe St. John’s Day Celebration June 20-21-22

Go to our website at www.mccny.com Click on “About Us”

and then “Masonic Fraternity”

Information is also available on the Masonic Care Community Facebook Page...Like US!


are you mighty?Get ready for 5k of Mud Sweat and Fun!

When: September 13, 2014Where: Masonic Care Community, Utica NY

Central New York’s greatest adventure race. Two-person teams work together to overcome 14 challenging

obstacles, tough terrain and a lot of mud to prove just how mighty they are. Join Us!

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It is with great excitement that I have recently accepted the Director of Development position at the Masonic Care Community. My educational background in health services administration and work experience in professional fundraising makes this opportunity a great personal fit. Prior to my employment with MCC, I knew of the great reputation MCC held in our community. My husband is a Mason, my daughter attends the Child Care Center, and a number of family members have been residents. As an employee I was able to view the campus through another set of lenses. My first few months only echoed what I knew as a community member- that the mission of the Masonic Care Community is alive and well. I have seen firsthand why MCC is often referred to as the greatest jewel of Masonry. There is pride among the staff about being able to provide a high quality of care, along with the level of respect that each one of our residents has earned. We are able to provide that quality of life for our residents because of you and your promise. Starting in 1893 with the first dollar provided by Greenfield Pote to today, you have ensured that MCC will be here to carry on the legacy of caring for and supporting Masons and their families.

There are a number of ways to show your support of this beautiful campus and ensure that we are able to provide this high quality level of care for another 120 years. The first will be occurring this spring with the launch of an ornament sale highlighting the beautiful Tiffany windows located in Tompkins Chapel. I encourage you all to purchase one, bringing a little of the campus to life in your home. The second will occur this September at the Mighty Run. The Grand Master will be hosting the first ever Grand Master’s Cup. The Lodge with the highest combination of participants and volunteers will be awarded with a trophy presented by the Grand Master.

I had the opportunity to meet a number of Masons at the recent District Deputy Training this past March. I look forward to meeting more of you at the upcoming St. John’s Day celebration this June. I encourage you to introduce yourself and share with me your experiences as we continue to build and ensure the future of MCC. s

VICTORIA CATALDO,director of developMent Masonic care coMMunity

(315) [email protected]

2013 Grand High Priest Kessler (now RW Kessler is Grand Lecturer of Grand Lodge) and Grand Chapter Officers

present a Galaxy Tablet for use at MCC.


Thank You, Thank You, Thank You

We are fortunate to have so many wonderful people and organizations that support the mission of the Masonic Care Community. During the first quarter of 2014, a variety of groups stepped forward to help.

The Hendrick Hudson Lodge # 875 from Dutchess District donated three used electronic wheelchairs. Using their own resources, Brother Bob Ludwig and District Deputy John Montross drove three used motorized wheelchairs to the Masonic Care Community on February 11th. These chairs can be used by individuals who don’t currently own a chair, and are unable to purchase one.

The Masonic Care Community for the second year in a row was recognized by the New York Islanders. The Masonic Care Community was named the “Charity of the Game” by the New York Islanders during their game against the New Jersey Devils on Saturday, March 1, 2014 at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum. The Islanders at every home game recognize a worthy charity; normally the charity they choose is usually from Long Island or New York City. So for the Islanders organization to recognize the great work that the Masonic Care Community provides to people throughout New York State is an honor itself.

Again this year that the event was put together by W Walter Wasnieski, who is a Past Master from Ridgewood Lodge 710 and is also on the Grand Lodge Fellowship Committee, and RW Charlie Catapano the Vice Chairman of the Grand Lodge Fellowship Committee. This year we had over 180 Masons and their family and friends in attendance. We were joined by the “Force from the North” as a bus with over forty-five people came down from the Utica area to enjoy the NHL game; they were joined by RW Keith Heinrich who is a Trustee of the Masonic Hall & Home. The Masonic Care Community was able to raise $1,500 and this money will go directly to help the residents in Utica, NY.

The Royal Arch Masons donated a Droid that can be used by our residents to communicate via Skype and Facetime with their relatives who are unable to visit. The equipment is portable, so it can be taken from room to room. In addition to communicating with friends and loved ones, technology such as ipads and Droids give our seniors the opportunity to surf the net, stay connected and improve their quality of life.

Thanks to A. Harry Williams, a Brother from Adonai Lodge, Marist College donated twenty-nine desktop computers that will be used in a variety of ways. Brother Williams works in the IT department of the college, and when he heard they were looking to donate them, he advanced the cause of the Masonic Care Community. The computers were only two years old and will be refurbished to benefit our residents and staff across our Utica Campus.

The Kane Lodge Foundation has generously donated funds for the purchase of a wheelchair washer for use by the Health Pavilion and Wiley Hall residents. This equipment will make sure our wheelchairs are properly cleaned and disinfected. It will also be used in our ongoing efforts to keep our wheelchairs in top working order and condition.

We sincerely thank all our supporters for their consideration of the needs of the residents at the Masonic Care Community. We invite you to contact Victoria Cataldo, our Director of Development @ (317) 798-4703 or at [email protected] for ideas on how you or your Lodge can make a difference for our seniors. s

The 5th Annual Lights of Honor

Let the Light shine upon the path as…

• A tribute to those we love. • A remembrance of a life of service.

• An honor for your Lodge. • A recognition of an accomplishment.

• In Memory of a loved one.

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Click “Support” and then “Donation”

Mail your check made payable to: The Masonic Care Community

c/o Development Office 2150 Bleecker Street

Utica, NY 13501 Contact our office at (315) 798-4703

Donate in person at the Masonic picnic open to all

Masons and their families at Acacia Village on June 20th.

The Lights of Honor are $5.00 each. Purchase as many as you like.

They will be illuminated at dusk on Friday, June 20th around the

Acacia Village Pond.

All proceeds will benefit the care of the residents of the



An Interesting History: 150 years of the

Trustees of the Masonic Hall and AsylumBy Brother Andrew O. Roberts, Oriental-Faxton Lodge 224

What do Brother Noble F. Martin, Brother Philo Remington, MW William A. Brodie, and RW M. Donald Darrohn III have in common? The answer: They have had the privilege of serving our great Fraternity in the role of President of the Masonic Hall and Asylum Fund.

An act of the New York State Legislature established the Trustees of the Masonic Hall and Asylum Fund 150 years ago as the organization that would oversee the property holdings of the Grand Lodge. In recognition of the 150th Anniversary of the Trustees a research project was initiated to record the names of the members of our Fraternity as Trustees of the Masonic Hall and Asylum Fund, as well as record the changes in the Board of Trustees makeup and membership. Due to my affiliation with the Order of DeMolay, my proximity to the Chancellor Robert R Livingston Library and Museum’s Utica Branch and my background in historical research, I was approached to spearhead the project and asked Brother Anthony Cucci (also a Senior DeMolay and member of my Lodge) to assist me in this project.

Countless hours were spent looking over the proceedings of the Grand Lodge of the State of New York, looking over the names of those Brothers who were elected or selected, recording their titles and offices, and piecing together the history of the Trustees. The data collected from these records are currently in the process of being consolidated into one final report. Brother Cucci and I had the opportunity to present our tentative findings to the Board of Trustees at their February meeting, which was also being attended by the Grand Master and Deputy Grand Master.

The evolution of the board is very interesting. It originally began as a board that consisted of the elected members of the Grand Line, to a board of three independent members, to seven members, then to nine. The history of the Trustees features a group of unique Brothers who brought with them various skill sets and expertise. For the past 150 years these Brothers have been charged with the unique task of maintaining the holdings of the Grand Lodge, helping to guide us into the future. Keep a look out in later copies of The Empire State Mason magazine for further information on the history of the Trustees. s

(l-r) RW William Thomas, Deputy Grand Master; Bro. Andrew Roberts, Researcher, Oriental Faxton Lodge 224; Bro. Anthony Cucci, Reseach Assistant; RW M. Donald Darrohn, III, President of the Board

of Trustees of the Masonic Hall and Asylum Fund


RW BRUCE TESTUT, chairMan [email protected][email protected]

Masonic Brotherhood Fund

Brethren, the Brotherhood Fund Campaign is at an end and wrapped up in June. Recognizing the economy and the costs of gasoline and heating of the homes with a winter that refuses to go away, I believe we did very well. I am looking forward to the next year, and with your help we should surpass the donations collected this year.

I have planned a couple of visits to explain the reports and outline some changes in the program. For the most part, not much is to change. I will be in Utica to conduct a seminar on Saturday, September 6 at 9:00 a.m. at the Masonic Care Community; and on Saturday, September 13 at 9:00 a.m. I will be at the Sweet Home Masonic Hall, 641 Sweet Home Road, Amherst, New York 14226-1427 to conduct a seminar. I have not confirmed the dates for the two other visits, but will use Athol and NetNews programs as well as Deputies and Area

Chairmen to get this information to you. With the help of the Grand Master and District Deputies, I

have been able to get addresses of Brotherhood representatives and will be having the supplies ready to go for an earlier start to a great campaign this year. I will be continuing to use the Area Chairmen to conduct the seminars, as this helps to cut costs and expenses. I believe the Area Chairmen and Lodge Chairmen have the ability to run programs. They have the ability to select times and dates that will get the most attendance in their area.

I would like to thank those volunteers for their work this past year and the Grand Lodge staff for helping me with the campaign. Remember the Masonic Brotherhood Fund. We appreciate your giving and understand if you can’t. s

The DeWitt Clinton Award is given to non-Masons or non-Masonic organizations that have demonstrated exceptional voluntary service to their community. The Jacob Morton Award is given to Masons or Masonic organizations under the same criteria as those for the Dewitt Clinton Award. These are two of the highest awards given by Grand Lodge and are intended to be given for truly outstanding service.

The Jacob Morton Award recognizes exceptional voluntary community service by a Master Mason or a Master Mason Lodge. Such service exemplifies concern for the well being of the community. The service provided should be one that assists in freeing the community from concern affecting the safety and/or welfare of the citizens and is of a nature that goes beyond what is expected of a Mason or Masonic organization.

The Secretary of Trinity Lodge, Brother Bob Ekholm, read the rigorous requirements for earning the Jacob Morton Award and believed that Bob Stein was the only individual worthy of this honor. He contacted the Grand Lodge and told them that Trinity Lodge 12 was proud to nominate RW Robert L. Stein for the Jacob Morton Award for his exceptional voluntary service to the community.

RW Stein has demonstrated a tireless commitment, over a significant period of time, with a strong sense of civic and family duty, as summarized by his many activities. Unbeknownst to Bob Stein, Brother Ekholm contacted Kathy Stein and asked her to compile a dossier of his community activities. Bro. Ekholm submitted all the documentation to the Grand Lodge. After a considerable amount of time, notification was received that Bob Stein would be the recipient of the award.

It was decided that Bob Stein would be kept in the dark and the District Deputy Grand Master, Kevin Koeberl, would present the award on behalf of Grand Lodge during the Trinity

Lodge District Deputy visitation. When the Lodge meeting was closed, the ladies were invited in for the open portion of the night. As Master Chris Dunne spoke about the award, Bro. Stein still did not realize that he was the Brother being honored. When Bob’s name was announced he was truly stunned.

Through his service RW Stein has also inspired and encouraged others to contribute to the well being of the community. His actions have demonstrated his personal passion to help others, resulting in over 200 man-years of service to various organizations, not including an intensive effort to help the victims of super storm Sandy. The Jacob Morton Award is a well-earned recognition for his service. Ever focused on others, Bob expressed his appreciation to Brother Ekholm for all his efforts on Bob’s behalf, and to the Grand Lodge for the recognition. s

RW Robert Stein earns Morton award


RW JAMES H. RICEGrand historian

From The Grand historian

I am indebted to the officers of Milo Lodge 108 in the nineteenth century for saving many documents and records of the Lodge. The old, large safe in the back room of the Lodge is yielding many very interesting items, fodder for future articles.

In 1854 the Regents of the State of New York chartered the Mechanical School Association for Farmers and Mechanics. This institution had been incorporated by the New York State Legislature “to promote literature, science, arts and agriculture” mainly to farmers and rural people. The founding of this institution was the pride of the life of Brother Charles Cook. Throughout his life he succeeded in his business endeavors and contributed many commanding buildings in the community. The School eventually became the People’s College and the cornerstone was laid with Masonic ceremony on September 2, 1858 by MW John L. Lewis, Grand Master, in Havana, Schuyler County, New York with over 15,000 people assembled to witness the parade and ceremonies.

In the early part of 1867, due to problems in raising enough funds to begin and maintain the school, a proposition was made by the Trustees of the People’s College at Havana, New York (current Montour Falls) to transfer the College property to the Masonic Fraternity, on condition that the Masons should pay its debt which amounted to $10,000 dollars.

The College at the time consisted of a 100-acre farm, a four-story, 216-feet long building given through the generosity of Charles Cook to become the Masonic School and Asylum. The plan proposed that the Trustees of the college would resign from the Board and be replaced by Masons so that the Fraternity should at all times have a majority on the Board.

From a copy of an address dated March 7, 1868, found in the old safe at Milo Lodge, that apparently was sent to all Lodges in New York State, the above matter was brought to the attention of the MW Robert D. Holmes, Grand Master, who appointed a committee to make inquiries into the matter. The committee reported and Grand Master Holmes communicated the results to the Grand Lodge at its Annual Communication in June 1867. A Special Committee was established by Grand Lodge with MW John L. Lewis, PGM as chairman.

Immediately after the close of the Annual Communication, active measures were taken by a few Masons residing in the City of New York to procure funds to liquidate the debt of the College. They were assisted in this effort by some of the Lodges in the Metropolitan District and on January 1868 an

amount was realized to place the College free of debt.During this period, the Trustees adopted a series of

resolutions providing for the representation of the Lodges contributing to the support of the College.

Resolution First: That upon the books of the College shall be credited to every Masonic Lodge which may contribute to the funds of the same the amount so contributed for tuition in favor of any student or for asylum expenses of any proper inmate.

Resolution Second: That every Lodge so contributing to select and appoint a proper member of it to act as a member of a Board Advisory to this in all matters pertaining to the general interest of this institution.

Resolution Third: That from among the number so made members of the Advisory Board, the persons who shall be substituted in place of any present or future member of the Board, shall by this Board be selected.

A list of names of Lodge represented in the address included sixty-five Lodges and three Chapters from across the state.

Once the debt had been erased the College and Masonic Home and Asylum was opened with W. Walter H. Shupe as president and he was succeeded by the Rev. Thomas C. Strong of Ithaca. The institution opened October 1, 1868 with fifty scholars in attendance.

At the Annual Communication of Grand Lodge in 1869 a resolution was presented that the Grand Lodge take no action favorable or prejudicial to the transfer of the People’s College at Havana. Alas, it only ran for two years until the estate of Charles Cook ordered the property to be sold at a sheriff ’s sale to satisfy the previous debts of the College. Elbert W. Cook, brother of Charles, bought the property and turned it over to the New York Convention of the Baptist Church who opened it as Cook Academy.

The Academy was forced to close in the spring of 1943 due to the war. In 1948 it was sold to the Roman Catholic Church becoming St. John’s Atonement Seminary. At the present time it is the Senator Frederick L. Warder Academy of Fire Science. Brother Warder was a member of Ark Lodge 033 in Geneva, New York. s

Masonic School and Asylum at Havana, New York


On Thursday, December 5, 2013 Transportation Lodge 842 held its annual Awards Night. At the invitation of Worshipful Master Robert A. Noll, the RW Jeffrey M. Williamson, Senior Grand Warden, and RW Thomas W. Pecoraro, District Deputy Grand Master of the First Erie District, joined in the presentations.

Brother Christopher Crysler, Lodge Marshal, conducted RW Robert J. J. Pufpaff to the East where W Noll presented him a Certificate of Appreciation for his many years of service to the Fraternity—especially as the Lodge’s Masonic Brotherhood Fund Chairman. Due to the efforts of RW Pufpaff, Transportation Lodge was near the top in not only the percentage of its members giving but also the overall dollar amount per member.

Marshal Crysler then conducted W Donald L. Davis, Treasurer, W John E. Pufpaff and Senior Warden W Charles J. Goetz, Sr. to the East. RW Williamson and RW Pecoraro presented each with a forty-five-year certificate and pin for their years of service.

Others honored and awarded pins and certificates were RW Paul S. Sabo,

W Wayne N. Yendall, and W Robert J. Ruhland for thirty years of service; RW Herbert P. Hahn with twenty-five years; and W Robert W. Yendall and W Cyrus F. Berends for ten years of service.

The highlight of the evening was when Brother Herbert F. Paddock was escorted to the East. Senior Grand Warden RW Jeffrey M. Williamson presented Brother Paddock with a certificate of congratulations on the

celebration of his 100th birthday. Along with the certificate Brother Paddock received a lifetime dues card. Finally, Brother Brian E. Will read a proclamation issued by Buffalo City Mayor Byran Brown designating December 28 as Herbert F. Paddock Day. After closing comments from the distinguished East, the members retired to the banquet room to conclude the evening’s festivities. s

Brothers from North Woods Lodge 849 joined W Jack Boylan at his home on Saturday, March 1 to present him his fifty-five-year certificate and pin. He was Initiated on November 21,1957, Passed on December 5,1957 and Raised on January 16, 1958 in North Woods 849. He served as Lodge Master in 1974.

For many years Jack was the only pharmacist the Old Forge area had before selling his pharmacy and moving to Arizona. Now he has returned home. W Boylan turned 80 on March 13, 2014. s

Transportation celebrates centenarian

(l-r) RW Jeffrey M. Williamson, Brother Herbert F. Paddock, W Robert A. Noll and RW Thomas Pecoraro

W Jack Boylan marks 55 years

l-r) W Stephen Park, DSA; RW Andrew Getty, Grand Steward; Brother Theodore Riehle, Senior Deacon; W Boylan; RW Timothy Harwood, District Deputy Grand Master of the

Second Oneida District and Brother Thomas Smedley, Chaplain.


A salesman breaks down on a remote country lane. A farmer in the adjacent field comes over and they discover that they are Brothers. The salesman is concerned, as he has an important appointment in the local town.

“Don’t worry,” says the farmer, “you can use my car, I will call a friend and get the car repaired while you go to the appointment.”

Off goes the salesman and a couple of hours later he returns but, unfortunately, the car is awaiting a part that won’t arrive until the next morning. “It’s not a problem,” says the farmer. “Use my telephone and re-schedule your first appointment tomorrow. Stay with us tonight and I’ll see that the car is done first thing.”

The farmer’s wife prepares a wonderful meal and they share a glass of fine wine during an excellent evening. The salesman sleeps soundly and when he awakens, there is his car, repaired and ready to go. After a full American breakfast the salesman thanks them both for the hospitality. As he and the farmer walk to his car he turns and says, “My Brother, thank you so much. But I have to ask: did you help me because I am a Mason?”

“No,” was the farmer’s reply, “I helped you because I am a Mason.” Author unknown.

My Brothers, it has been a distinct honor and privilege for me to serve as Grand Chaplain of our Grand Lodge for the past four years and I appreciate the opportunity to express some of my thoughts through this medium.

Over the past seventeen years as a Freemason I have been learning what it means to be a Mason. I have found that the core principles of Freemasonry are rooted in and built upon the foundation of the belief in a Supreme Being. On petitioning a Lodge in this jurisdiction, it is clear from the application form that Masonry speaks to men with a firm belief in a Supreme Being. The question “Do you firmly believe in the existence of God and the immortality of the soul?” is always asked in some form or another.

Not too long ago I was asked to perform a Masonic memorial service for one of the patriarchs of my Lodge. He was also my mentor and dear friend. I have been asked by Brothers to perform a wide range of pastoral duties but the ceremony that moves me most is a Masonic memorial service, especially this one. A Masonic funeral is the last rite afforded a Brother, if he so desires. It brings to the end the Brother’s cycle here on earth. It gives us an opportunity to reflect on our own mortality and know that one day our soul will return to the

One who created it. It also reminds us of our responsibility to live a life pleasing in the sight of God. As I performed the ceremony and listened to testimonies of the life of my dear Brother, my own conviction of the reason why I became a Mason was strengthened. For this Brother demonstrated the essence of brotherly love. Not just for Masons but for all people.

The story that prefaces this piece shows a perspective, which is based on God’s love for all mankind. As Freemasons we are charged from our petition to our final rites to live a life based on our preparation for that life eternal. That fraternal love is often challenged by egos and our own human weaknesses. However, we must strive to keep our eyes on what God commands us to do: “Love one another as I have loved you.”

So, through the faith of our acceptance we are to be steadfast. And let our light so shine before men that they may see our good works and glorify the Father, which is in heaven. s

W Stenrick B. Adams,Grand chaplain

Grand Chaplain’s Corner

On March 15 Brothers of the First Westchester-Putnam District Military Outreach served breakfast to fifty-four veterans at the Montrose VA Hospital. The Brothers were happy and proud to be there with our veterans. The sacrifices of those who serve our country are great ones. It was great that the Brothers came together to repay them in a small way.

A thank-you goes to Brother Mike Peters, Chairman of the Orange-Rockland Military Outreach Committee for shopping for the event. And thanks to Nina Johnson, too, who also worked with the Brothers. s

Freemasons at Work

Row 2 (l-r) W Brian Tessler, Brothers Frank Gangichiodo, Dan Trotta, Eric Tiratsuyan, Scott Jones, Edward Keer

Row 1 (l-r) Brother Rich DeLayo and W Nick Canaan


Innovation and the Promise of Tomorrow

2150 Bleecker Street • Utica, NY 13501 www.mmrl.edu • (315) 735-2217

The Masonic Medical Research Laboratory – today also known as the Cardiac Research Institute – has been performing innovative medical research since 1958. Few medical centers have had as global an impact on the world of cardiology as the Cardiac Research Institute/Masonic Medical Research Laboratory (CRI/MMRL). The research achievements of our scientific staff have contributed to the saving of innumerable lives of men, women and children afflicted with heart disease worldwide.

Scientific and medical research is a bridge across time, generations, continents and ethnicity. Credit must be given to the men and women who labor in the quarries with dedication to help bring forth the scientific knowledge that serves as fitted stones to generate the treatments and cures we welcome today but do not fully appreciate until needed.

It also takes leadership to build that bridge and turn dreams into reality. Therefore, we must recognize those who serve and have served as members of the Board of Directors without compensation. Each is uniquely qualified to administer the affairs of the Masonic Medical Research Laboratory, based upon his outstanding business and professional experiences. Those skill sets have guided and grown our endowment.

The physical plant and infrastructure have seen tremendous growth and remodeling since inception to accommodate the progression and evolution of the research at the CRI/MMRL. The ability of the MMRL to reinvent itself and respond to the challenges of the times has been the basis for its growing success and is critical to its future potential.

Case in point, the Board of Directors has approved Cardiac Research Institute as a new DBA. We are proud to say that we were founded and supported by the Grand Lodge of New York. We are honored to have the support of Freemasons and Masonic organizations in a growing number of states and countries. We are also grateful for the vital support we receive from other sources such as community and private foundations, corporations and the general public. This support in conjunction with grants from the National Institutes of Health, American Heart Association, NYSTEM and other Federal and regional agencies is our lifeblood, enabling our scientists to forge ahead in quest of better means to diagnose, prevent and treat disease.

The simplicity and quiet elegance of our new logo conveys a forward motion emphasizing our commitment to life-saving and life-improving cutting edge research that benefits humanity. The use of the red heart is synonymous with cardiac research and its position over the globe expresses that our heart research is humanitarian in scope and benefit.

The MMRL inaugurated several new programs in recent years aimed at sparking innovation, serving well to help maintain our leadership role in an ever-changing biomedical research landscape. Our Molecular Genetics, Stem Cell and Organ Bioengineering programs have attracted collaborators from every corner of our nation and the world. To capitalize on the growing interest nationwide and to facilitate collaboration with academic and biotechnology centers, we are exploring opportunities to establish a satellite of our facility in other states. The new satellite facility will provide a strategic advantage to speed new research to market and will synergize the pioneering research efforts that will continue under the leadership of our talented scientists in Utica, NY.

No one can say for sure what the future holds nor can we say for certain what we can expect next from medical research. However, with your continued support we can, as Freemasons, do our part by providing the financial means necessary to help talented scientists defeat heart disease and stroke, develop a better understanding of heart disease to improve our quality of life, and provide new insights into the mysteries of life.

On behalf of those beneficiaries all over the world, we thank you for your most generous support. s


RW MICHAEL SHIPMAN, chairMan [email protected]@aol.com

Grand Lodge Educational Assistance Program

The public announcement and presentation to the recipients of the 2014 Education Assistance Program will take place at the following locations: Sunday, June 22, 2014 Saturday, July 12, 2014 Saturday, July 12, 2014 Masonic Home Campus Ismailia Shrine Damascus Shrine 2150 Bleeker Street. 1600 Southwestern Blvd. 979 Bay Road Utica, NY 13501 Buffalo, NY 14224 Webster, NY. 14580 at 1:00 p.m. at 12:00 p.m. at 5:00 p.m. Sunday, July 13, 2014 Sunday, July 27, 2014 Sunday, July 27, 2014 Centerville Lodge Masonic Community Ctr. Grand Lodge Building-2nd Fl. 648 Centerville Place 394 Princetown Road 71 West 23rd. Street North Syracuse, NY 13212 Schenectady, NY 12306 New York, NY 10010

at 12:00 p.m. at 10 a.m. at 5 p.m.All brethren are cordially invited to attend the 2014 Education Assistance Program presentations at the above locations and

dates. Our Grand Master, MW William J. Thomas, will be present at these presentations and will continue the tradition of congratulating the students and families. The programs will start promptly at the above times. Assisting the Grand Master will be the Trustees of the Masonic Hall and Home, who have funded the program for the children, grandchildren and widows of our Fraternity. Light refreshments will be served.

Special thanks go to the Lodge Secretaries who assisted the candidates with their applications. We appreciate the District Deputy Grand Masters for their assistance in securing the above locations.

This will be the nineteenth year for this outstanding program. Your Grand Lodge and Trustees have assisted over 11,000 students, with grants now totaling over ten million dollars, in their pursuit of higher learning. All brethren and their families are welcome to be part of these special events. Help us congratulate the children, grandchildren and widows of the members in our Fraternity. Make reservations with your District Deputy if you would like to attend. s

As a current member of the Board of Trustees of the Robert R Livingston Library, I have always been interested in preserving Masonic history. When opportunity presents itself, employing forgotten tools in a unique format that stimulates and educates the Craft and prospective new Brothers in the rich history we all share adds a new dimension. In that spirit, I have always been interested in Magic Lantern—also called Gas Lantern—slides. They became popular at the end of the 19th century and were used extensively in Lodges well into the 20th century.

When Hamilton Lodge 120 moved in 2006 from our Lodge building located in the village of Hamilton to our new 6,400 sq. ft. facility just north of town, the packing and unpacking process revealed a complete set of slides. But what to do with them? How could we bring these beautiful hand-colored slides into the 21st century and showcase the history they represent?

For over five years I wrestled with that question until at one of the antique shows I produce, I spotted a backlit stained glass window for sale. Upon reflection, it occurred to

me what to do and how to do it. Simply build a light box using 24V LED strip lights and design a stained glass window using the slides and employing the compass and square as a central focal point within the window.

To that end, I contacted Don Henry of Sullivan Studios and within a month the window/light box was finished and installed at our Lodge. Each slide is installed with distressed/aged zinc came in a “brick” pattern and a framed index hangs next to the widow listing the titles of each of the 52 slides from top left to bottom right.

The window was revealed to both Brothers and guests at our fourteenth benefit dinner for a local not-for-profit organization on November 9. The response was most gratifying, as both Brothers and guests actively engaged in spirited conversation over the symbols and their Masonic meaning. If any Brother is interested in creating a window for his Lodge, please contact me at my office phone 315/824-2462. s

Repurposing Masonic ToolsRW Andrew “Jock” Hengst


Committee on youth

RW CARY S. COHN, chairMan (516) 781-1157 [email protected]

MW Frank M. Totton served Grand Lodge as Grand Master during the years 1948 and1949. He hailed from the Fifth Manhattan Masonic District. Roughly fifty years ago, in his honor, an Essay Contest was established. It is now currently funded by the Fifth Manhattan Masonic District Association Endowment Fund with ten prizes awarded to the top essays. The Youth Committee of Grand Lodge administers this contest for them.

On behalf of the Grand Lodge Committee on Youth it is an honor to announce the winner of this year’s Frank M. Totton Essay Contest: Mr. Christopher Lentner, of Oneonta, New York. He is the grandson of Brother Philip A. Card. He hails from Olive Branch 40 in Herkimer District. His uncle is RW Stuart Card, who hails from Amicable 664 in the First Oneida District. Christopher is also a recent recipient of the Grand Lodge Eagle Scout Commendation.

Next year’s Essay Contest topic is “How Can Teenage Suicide be Prevented?”

This year at the VIP Reception and Dinner on May 4th the Grand Master MW James E. Sullivan chose to recognize a particular Brother for all of his hard work by presenting him with the Youth Activities Award for Service to Youth. This was the only award presented this year. The recipient of this recognition for his service was RW William “Bill” Sardone. He is to be recognized for all

his hard work in connection with DeMolay NY. Under his leadership there has been increased interest, reflected in new Chapters and membership. The Bridge on-line magazine has been an invaluable tool highlighting all the good works accomplished statewide by our premiere Masonic Youth Organization. s

How Has the Internet Changed the World?

Christopher Lentner

The Internet has changed every part of daily life by enabling fast, inexpensive, worldwide communication. This ability has been used for good, such as the organization of charities. The Internet has also been used to coordinate crimes and commit fraud. In both cases, however, one thing is undeniable; the Internet has forever changed the world.

Benefits from the implementation of the Internet are ubiquitous. The instant dissemination of information has aided revolutionaries in the Arab Spring, and it has facilitated free speech in general. Doctors have access to an unprecedented database of information about diagnoses and treatments. It is now possible to learn about college-level topics for free, through institutions like M.I.T. and Stanford. Scientific collaboration is instant, and the Internet allows mathematicians to work on new solutions to difficult problems in real time. Commerce has benefited immensely from the Internet, since it enables consumers to discover and

purchase goods and services anytime, anywhere. Charities are able to reach a wider audience and collect money from all over the world. Thanks to the Internet, employees are able to work remotely, and even collaborate from different countries and time zones. Content distribution is easier, as is evident in the entertainment industry: many people are unsubscribing from television in favor of internet-based services such as Netflix. People also connect for pleasure; services such as Facebook allow them to keep in touch with friends and distant relatives.

The effects of the Internet have not all been positive. People share more information about themselves than ever before, and it is collected by both corporations and governments, undermining privacy. The possibility of anonymity on the Internet has facilitated the organization of crimes, most notably large-scale copyright infringement. Additionally, since the Internet is less regulated than other sources of information, fraud and identity theft have become easier to commit.

For better or worse, just about anyone who lives in a first-world county has been affected by the Internet. Communication, politics, science, medicine, business ventures and shopping have all been aided by the ability to communicate instantly with anyone and everyone around the world.


DeMolay Class Dedicated to Grand Master James E. Sullivan

On March 29 representatives from all Masonic Bodies converged at the Utica Masonic Temple to witness and participate in an historic day. Grand Master and Dad James E. Sullivan is a strong supporter of DeMolay, and the induction ceremony of fourteen new DeMolays was dedicated to him on this day.

Hundreds witnessed the ranks of NY DeMolay grow as Degree teams from all over New York worked as a team. A brand new Chapter in Oswego was announced and Kisco was announced.

We heard in our travels that many Masons missed the opportunity to join DeMolay as a young man. New York DeMolay listened and Sanctorum Chapter No. 1 was instituted that afternoon. Forty Master Masons met at the DeMolay altar and upon proclaiming their vows became Honorary Senior DeMolays and Charter Members. The lapel pin that each received is a DeMolay and Masonic emblem linked as one. We are proud to carry that partnership into our daily life. s

Upper - RW Bill Sardone administers oath to (at altar) MW James E. Sullivan, RW William J. Thomas, RE Raymond Roche, MI Leonard W. Mason

Lower - Surrounding the Distinguished Guests are the new DeMolay Initiates and the New York DeMolay State Officers.

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Office (315) 798-4922Fax (315) 798-4798

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International Order of the Rainbow for Girls

NY Rainbow has just finished a successful year of “Letting Our Dreams Shine” with our 2013 Grand Worthy Advisor, Samantha Hansen. Not only have the girls had the opportunity to learn great leadership skills, meet new friends, and travel across the state, but they have also traveled to many Rainbow activities in other states, spent time with our Masonic family at various events, and shared their love of Rainbow with thirty-nine new members in 2013.

At our annual Grand Assembly sessions in April, we embarked on a new year with our 2014 Grand Worthy Advisor, Hannah Nelson. She encourages each of us to “Reach Out and Spread Our Wings.” We hope our Masonic family will support this message by attending and participating in as many of our meetings and activities as possible. We look forward to seeing everyone soon.

INTErNATIONAL OrDEr OF ThE rAINBOw FOr gIrLS IN NY

Mrs. Gale Gould

Supreme Deputy in NY35 Maple Street

Auburn, New York 13021Phone: 315-253-8206

e-mail:[email protected]: www.nyiorg.org

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Homecoming of the 2013 Grand Worthy Advisor and Grand Officers in Middletown, New York on February 22, 2014

Homecoming with the three youth heads and youth leaders and

Grand Master James E. Sullivan

The International Order of the Rainbow for Girls is a youth service and charity organization comprised of girls between the ages of 11 and 20 and sponsored by the Masonic Fraternity. Rainbow has helped girls build character, self-esteem, camaraderie, commitment, and superb communication and leadership since 1922.

Mission Statement: The International Order of the Rainbow for Girls in the State of New York strives to teach each of its members the skills necessary for a young woman to be confident, competent and successful in an ever changing world.

Vision Statement: Our goal is for Rainbow and its lessons to be passed on to future generations throughout New York State. s


Organization of Triangles

This photo below was taken at our state convention last fall, where for three very busy days we initiated new members, instituted a new Chapter and installed new State Officers. We celebrated with guests from our fellow youth groups as well as the adult orders and even had a surprise visit from Capt. Hook.

The momentum has continued across the state since then as the individual Triangles continue to work hard to fulfill the three duties of our organization. They have installed

new officers, initiated new members and worked to support many various charities, along with our own scholarship fund. The Jr. Advisory Council has spent many hours making plans for Leadership Weekend this summer. Despite the very hard

winter, it will be a Winter Wonderland the weekend of July 11-13 at the Old Forge Campground. We love visitors and hope that if you are in the area you will stop in for a cup of hot chocolate and a s’more.

We recently revealed our new website, which was designed entirely by past Triangle members, and invite you to look around it: www.nytriangle.org.

Our organization is open to young ladies between the ages of 10 and 21. If you know someone who might be interested, please contact me. If we don’t have a Chapter in the area, we are always looking for opportunities to grow and share the positive impact this organization can have on youth. Please contact me at [email protected]. s

OrgANIzATION OF TrIANgLES, INC.Mary Madison

State Director

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Sunday, March 9 dawned bright and clear over the Throgs Neck Bridge on the Bronx side of Long Island Sound. Over 800 enjoyed the Metropolitan Area’s 69th Annual Masons and Families Dedication Service and Breakfast. On the morning when clocks were pushed ahead and everyone awoke early, Grand Chaplains RW Kenneth E. Wagner and RW Ronald J. Reed led the attendees in prayer, and then they received a rousing sermon from RW Stenrick Adams, Grand Chaplain, whose theme was Brotherly Love.

After a bountiful breakfast, and appropriate introductions of the Grand Line and distinguished Masons and guests, MW James E. Sullivan, Grand Master, presented a DeWitt Clinton Award for distinguished public service to Donna Kane, noted American Theater Actress, Broadway star, and passionate supporter of Shrine Hospitals for Children. Ms Kane spoke eloquently, with obvious deep feelings, about her relationship with Masons and Shriners and the state-of-the-art pediatric medical care and treatment rendered free of charge at Shrine Mason Hospitals for Children. She has had intimate personal involvement with the Shrine Mason Orthopedic Hospital treatment and rehab facilities in Philadelphia. She concluded her address with a touching musical rendition expressing love and devotion. The Grand Master presented a check from the Masonic Brotherhood Foundation to the Shrine Hospitals in honor of Donna Kane.

The Grand Master then addressed the crowd and observed that most of the people in attendance would not be at Grand Lodge in May. He took this opportunity to thank everyone for allowing him to serve as Grand Master. He noted how much Gail and he had enjoyed meeting and greeting Brothers and their loved ones all around our Empire State. He closed with a prayer for everyone’s well being, for our nation, our Fraternity and our military men and women.

Thanks go to the Metropolitan DD’s Association and the Grand Lodge Convention Committee for all the arrangements. And thanks to the Grand Chaplains for grand weather.

Grand Master James E. Sullivan presented Ms Donna Kane with the DeWitt Clinton Award for her outstanding community service and her ongoing contributions of time and her considerable talents for the benefit of children and the Shrine Masons Children’s Hospitals. Here is her letter of appreciation in response:

“I had the pleasure and honor of receiving the 2014 DeWitt Clinton Award at the Masons and Families Dedication Service on March 9. On behalf of my family, and myself I would like to thank Grand Master Sullivan, Grand Secretary Libone, and all of the New York Masons for including us in this beautiful ceremony. I shared the following poem by Mahatma Ghandi, and would like to share it with you, in hope that it may serve to remind us all of the great importance of our continued service to others in need.

Even as we serve others,We are working on ourselves;Every act, every work,Every gesture of genuine compassionNaturally nourishes our own hearts as well.It is not a question of who is helped first,When we attend to ourselves with compassion and mercy,More healing is made available for others.And when we serve othersWith our open and generous heart,Great healing comes to us. As we heal the wounds of the past,We carry less pain into the world,And we bring more charity and peace.It is no longer simply for personal gain;It becomes our gift,Our offering to the earthAnd the Divine Spirit within us all.

-Mahatma Ghandi With sincere appreciation,Donna Kane” s

DeWitt Clinton presentation draws 800

(l-r) MW James E. Sullivan, Grand Master; Gail Sullivan; Ms Donna Kane; Susan Thomas and RW William J. Thomas,

Deputy Grand Master

(l-r) MW James E. Sullivan, Ms Donna Kane and RW William J. Thomas


On January 20 my husband and I had the great pleasure of joining nearly fifty Masons, their families and friends, on our first-ever cruise of the Caribbean. Our magnificent cruise ship was the Celebrity Equinox, a state of the art, 15-deck ship the length of three football fields, with an international crew of over 1200 people ready to serve our every whim at any time, day or night. This floating hotel had ten restaurants, fifteen bars, shops, a casino, pools, whirlpools, a spa and solarium, with professional entertainment scheduled all day and mostly all night. Everything from glass blowing to ballroom dancing, from various wine and liquor tastings to spa relaxation was ours to choose from on a daily basis. In our down time we sat poolside or in the whirlpool and watched the Zumba dancers. If you felt like taking a walk, there was an outdoor track that was utilized to raise money for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Every evening, all the Brothers and their wives and friends sat together and ate delicious meals, which seemed to have no end. One of the guests was the 92-year-old Past Grand Master of Alaska, who was accompanied by his daughter and grandson. There were mainstays on the menu every evening and also new and delicious entrees and appetizers to try. Of course, there were also fattening desserts to complete the meal. Most evenings were smart casual dress but there were two formal nights where the ladies looked spectacular and the men looked regal in their suits and tuxedos.

Our first stop was Georgetown, Grand Cayman, where we took a trolley ride around the island and learned many of the historic and cultural facts about the country, which used to be known as British Honduras. People were able to take a submarine to see the marine life or to play with and hand-feed friendly stingrays.

After that we were off to Cartagena, Columbia, where the

weather was warm and sunny. The gem of the Spanish Main surprised visitors with its colonial architecture and impressive fortifications.

In Colon, Panama we went on a five-hour ride on the Gamboa Aerial tram, which was an excursion through the canopy of the rainforest. On that particular excursion we visited a butterfly garden, which was quite unique and beautiful.

Back on board the ladies were able to enjoy art auctions and jewelry showcases at the duty-free gift shops. The shows at night also were magnificent: great singers of many different styles, from opera to Pop to Broadway. There was an interactive theme party. There were comedians, contortionists, and a Master of Mentalism, who astounded all with his tricks and illusions. One of the best shows was a Cirque du Soleil-style show. It was just like being in Las Vegas.

Puerto Limon, Costa Rica was next. Many nature and wildlife excursions, or sightseeing, plantation and cultural tours were available. There was also white-water rafting for those so inclined.

Seven hundred miles later we arrived at Belize City, Belize, where we went on a five-hour tour of the country. Our ultimate destination was the ancient Mayan city of Altun Ha, which showcases ancient pyramid-like structures, which you could climb on to see the entire rainforest.

The last port-of-call was Cozumel, Mexico for swimming with the dolphins. The total distance traveled was over 3200 miles in our eleven days at sea. Many thanks go to Judi Stern, who made this trip so worthwhile and enjoyable.

We will be looking forward to the next Grand Lodge cruise, scheduled for September 6 to 11. This sails from Cape Liberty, New Jersey to Kings Wharf, Bermuda. It will be a great way to close out summer.

Joan Cohn

NOTE: Mrs. Joan Cohn is the wife of RW Cary Cohn, Chairman of the Grand Lodge Youth Committee. s

The 55th Annual ESM Grand Master’s Cruise


JUNE 2014 7 Camp Turk Work Weekend 20-21 St. John’s Weekend, Utica 22 Scholarship presentations, Utica

JULY 2014 6 York Rite Parade, Oswego 12 Scholarship presentations – Buffalo, Rochester 13 Scholarship presentation, Syracuse 25 Council of Deliberation, Liverpool 27 Scholarship presentations, Schenectady, New York City

AUgUST 2014 1 DeMolay annual meeting, Utica 2 GM visits campers at Camp Turk 22 Grand Cryptic Council, Batavia 31 GM Baseball Day, Syracuse

SEPTEMBEr 2014 6 ESM Bermuda Cruise for Camp Turk, Port Liberty, NJ 12 Grand Commandery 13 Four Grand Lodges Unity Day, Trenton 13 Mighty Run, Utica 27 Triennial for Royal Arch, Cryptic Council, Buffalo

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60-year apron debuts

Right Worshipful Henry Parsont received the first of the new sixty-year anniversary aprons on May 13 in Maimonides-Marshall Lodge. Brother Parsont was Raised in 1954. He was completely surprised when presented the apron by Most Worshipful William J. Thomas, Grand Master. A large cadre from Hong Kong sojourned 8000 miles to be with RW Parsont, where he is a dual member.

MW Thomas announced that the sixty- and seventy-year aprons are a new program and are sponsored by the Trustees of the Masonic Hall and Home. Camp Turk is a program of special interest to the First Lady, Susan Taylor-Thomas, and she encouraged participation. New Trustee RW Nathan Lipper also commented favorably.

The fifty-year anniversary apron will continue to be presented. The Directors of the Masonic Medical Research Laboratory will sponsor this award for the next two years. s

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0666 JameS a. muncey 0671 merton Fowler o’prey 0680 artHur HeSS 0689 JoHn allan Steinbarge 0694 tony H. HorScHel 0694 carl Frederick SteinbacH 0695 kurt r. mueller 0696 ricHard a. anderSon 0696 robert J. erickSon 0699 george b. baSil 0701 lloyd l. decker 0729 peter karounoS 0737 coStaS JameS ziamandani 0750 micHael H. gold 0750 aaron rubin 0750 daniel m. Semel 0765 gerHard wilHelm ScHweyHer 0776 Herbert robert Hartel Sr 0776 ronald william reinHardt 0781 moSeS garippa 0785 HugH c. meSSer 0793 JoSepH a. calvacca 0796 d william Fake 0796 Stuart w. SHulenburg 0796 roy H. youker 0797 culver kent barr 0797 robert HugHeS Stone 0808 StanFord m. altScHul 0808 gerald langer 0814 JoHn F. drake 0819 Harold z. ScHwartz 0819 david zable 0821 Frederick J. bingle 0822 alexander J. inneS 0827 JoHn b. belterman Jr 0830 allen J. roggen 0838 robert J. SHeppard 0839 StepHen kurland 0842 JoHn a. koHler 0842 SanFord m. Silverberg 0854 george pappaS 0855 peter p. magruder 0859 cHarleS d. elmS Jr 0877 george peter JoHnSon 0877 dick tucker leclere 0877 Jon alan rindFleiScH 0878 tHeodore perSinger 0879 kennetH r. eigenmann 0879 leon artHur maJ 0890 melvin m. beacHer 0892 victor p. kretzer 0892 alan d. rudolpH 0892 artHur w. Sieber 0915 allan a. ryySylainen 0922 laurence r. becker 0922 Herbert epStein 0922 martin e. tanzer 0922 JoSepH tracHtenberg 0922 ricHard tracHtenberg 0934 Joel margolieS 0948 lawrence i. mackS 0948 ira melzer 0948 melvyn g. meSnekoFF 0950 raymond F. Harvey 0950 JoHn m. loudon 0950 edward w. Stone 0956 JoHn a. Herzog 0956 Frank roy meSerole 0956 william victor wakS 0965 carlton e. Swanker 0968 Stuart F. rubin 0975 alFredo g. borSari 0975 Henry HandScHuH 0975 curtiS t. HeSS 0981 robert i. pratieS 0998 JameS n. bailey Jr 1009 daniel H. Frank 1009 ricHard martin naneSS 1016 ronald m. goldwyn 1037 Howard d. bloom 1057 cHarleS JoSepH kaiSer 1057 artHur w. moSt 1068 ricHard Stanley bayer 1071 artHur cHriStopHer rumpH 1072 kennetH gordon bateS 1111 ronald c. moeller 1111 JoHn e. ScHultz 1122 marc lerner 1122 yung Sze tSo

1126 gerald matlick 1130 albert F. keer 1134 JoHn c. donnelly 1138 kennetH ivin perry 1179 d. bruce gilbert 1179 william l. ScHecHterly 1180 JameS H. airy 1180 william c. JoneS 1185 larry H. bieler 1185 paul r. leberman 1185 dana otto 1185 kennetH v. weber 1186 JoHn H. meaHl 1187 marvin l. Jay 1902 cHaFik dagHer 60 YEArS 0006 william r. van FecHtmann 0007 Harold F. bledSoe 0010 william H. JackSon 0010 george d. kakoulliS 0014 cHarleS w. wyld Jr 0019 rudolpH e. Stallman Jr0023 Sidney i. HauSen 0034 george J. miller 0039 william e. Henry 0046 edwin J. FellowS 0046 JoHn iSbiSter 0047 emmet b. tHompSon 0048 Jeremy morSe copleSton 0048 william wallace Hotaling 0051 victor Horowitz 0055 JoHn a. buxton 0063 Harvey F. biggS 0073 leroy g. pHippS 0075 Henry w. Friedel Jr 0075 paul b. giFFord 0085 Harold S. turk 0087 george eagle 0087 Henry w. riStau 0098 raymond H. ringer 0105 mark koSto markoFF 0109 gordon l. kotzin 0121 Jabra kHoury Jr 0126 JoHn d. auwarter Jr 0131 JameS m. teemley 0132 zakar p. SHakarJian 0144 ramSey g. ludington 0147 william carter Jr 0147 roScoe l. tucker 0150 griFFitH JoneS Jr 0159 ricHard leenHoutS 0165 Harlan k. bellinger 0167 george F. mulkinS 0168 gaylord H. evey 0195 JoHn e. HugHeS Jr 0223 vito l. d amore 0224 alan d. dowd 0224 Steven pribiS Jr 0224 Frank J. Sergi 0224 benJamin S. Seward 0232 marvin goldSmitH 0232 donald m. tannenbaum 0241 warren a. romaine 0252 robert c. babbitt 0252 orin e. parker 0285 alSon mileS lee 0290 JoHn a. Stone 0290 robert c. wild 0297 royal c. garlock 2nd 0305 winSHip e. gurney 0308 wellS g. kubli 0309 Frank larocca 0334 tHeodore c. graHam 0342 Frederick J. gormley 0368 edward F. JoHanSon 0371 abraHam HartglaSS 0378 paul l. kline 0402 Senekirim bonJuklian 0404 Herbert J. Hawley 0412 gail g. allen 0417 culver F. HayeS Jr 0425 JameS b. SearleS 0435 ronald greenblott 0445 irwin i. blackman 0445 robert gomer 0445 Herbert S. rodnon 0445 robert i. ScHiFF 0455 william Stubba 0458 endwell e. buell

0458 glenn r. lockwood 0466 landin irving van buren 0471 Harry c. gregor Jr 0472 JoHn earl palmer 0476 leonard e. Fulmer 0479 JoHn d. bennett 0479 norman J. weinreber 0481 elmer J. lybert Jr 0481 lawrence w. preSler 0487 JoHn J. lucatoS 0487 JoHn c. mcmillan 0517 kennetH F. pulSiFer 0522 william m. ScHneider Jr 0524 douglaS a. nielSen 0524 earl laverne roSa 0533 kennetH l. avery 0552 maurice w. early 0552 JoHn F. lovell 0555 ronald e. deatcHer 0558 robert a. deck 0558 Freeman S. denniSon 0565 curtiS m. JackSon 0584 warren r. moon 0588 Stanley S. leFFler 0595 Harold e. cHucHul 0622 ricHard e. mattice 0627 walter H. ScHneider 0647 r.t. doc Halliday 0647 david m. mackay 0647 iSaac williamSon 0648 edwin H. marSH 0649 douglaS p. parker 0651 Harry boHrer 0673 donald l. warner 0677 george a. Horton 0694 wilmont l. cornell 0695 JoHn e. dodge 0699 JameS robert gibSon 0699 ralpH r. HenSen 0699 milton conrad keim 0701 george Herron 0711 leo e. laurence 0712 Herbert a. Hild 0712 norman c. taylor 0718 william b. StamatedeS 0729 george v. kubu 0729 albert H. ScHeiner 0737 Harold J. vanburen Jr 0739 Henry l. parSont 0779 norman Feil 0782 Sidney abramSky 0784 tHomaS e. leonard 0793 micHael J. mimozo 0796 erneSt r. voorHeeS 0801 cHarleS v. brack 0801 robert S. martin 0806 david r. bucHan 0806 tHeodore Haarke Jr 0806 ian b. mackenzie 0818 cHarleS a. deacon 0818 manley g. HarriS 0821 carl g. nutting 0861 wayne k. Storie 0863 george i. gordon 0877 StavroS g. baltSaS 0878 cHarleS r. vroom 0880 Frederick e. griFFitHS 0890 Stanley goldner 0890 Horace lipkin 0912 Howard e. Herbert Jr 0916 william S. matteSon 0916 cliFton H. SmitH 0923 Frederick w. koopS 0925 robert d. mckenzie 0934 ronald J. Steiner 1037 lawrence w. kunken 1057 noel J. cHiSHolm 1057 Samuel b. “ward, Jr.” 1068 elliS H. coretS 1111 donald H. degraFF 1118 william kloner 1118 StatHiS g. linardoS 1118 JoHn u. williFord 1138 Harold e. iHle 1174 cHarleS ScHenk 1175 ricHard m. gardner 1175 Jack c. reukauF 1175 Harry J. wellS 1179 albert J. wrigHt iii


1180 anton e. ricHmond 1185 artHur H. griebner 1185 paul a. HaHnel 1185 roy o. kuck 1185 Fred H. lautenScHlager 1186 warren t. HarpSter 1186 william g. HoeFert 65 YEArS0003 JoHn w. bougHton Jr 0003 george lewiS corSon 0004 Howard r. SammonS 0019 robert p. tebo Jr0023 marvin S. perkinS 0023 Jay H. ScHaFrann 0044 robert e. goodricH 0046 robert w. mottola 0055 Fred d. robertS 0063 cHriStian p. brickner 0063 william i. newman 0122 gerald l. levey 0127 robert Q. perkinS 0146 HugH d. cHamberlain Jr 0160 JoHn r. coniber 0163 gordon d. bennett 0183 Fred aSay 0195 william c. wiSSner 0196 arcHibald mclarty 0205 Howard SHapiro 0205 tHeodore d. veru 0224 roger H. munSell 0255 louiS lazar 0266 david w. cundy 0284 milton S. w. Frey 0287 Henry peterSen 0298 alexander e. Hitrick Jr 0304 paul a. bukenberger 0308 paul t. abraHam 0328 edwin J. culver 0350 alFred l. ault 0350 david H. grant 0358 artHur m. niSbet 0375 JameS w. cocHran 0383 cliFFord mizener 0392 edward J. deHullu 0394 douglaS w. aker 0395 carl e. Seymour 0403 H e. campbell 0404 willard pattridge 0412 otto H. peterSen Jr 0419 gerald l. ScHaeFer 0426 Stanley S. otto 0433 roger p. cronkHite 0434 JoHn r. SmitH

0435 ricHard a. Friend 0442 edward a. mack 0445 burton HandelSman 0471 JoHn t. aSdal 0477 milFord m. curtiS 0483 gerald SaFFerman 0486 william l. kermit 0494 kennetH H. guSoviuS 0501 S beverly Freeman 0501 glenn r. JacobSon 0511 william r. merkent 0511 william F. neSter 0520 demoStHeneS c. StatHiS 0531 colombo v. digiorgi 0531 Frederick micHael novak 0532 william e. Horton 0573 JeSSe r. crawFord 0586 Sidney c. Svoboda 0588 victor J. Facio 0588 SHeldon Howard 0589 JoHn Fred doremuS 0611 melvin r. brown 0611 gordon w. daviS 0624 clayton r. lowe 0627 artHur d. teed 0637 JameS e. barnard 0646 Frederick e. zimmerman 0693 tHomaS t. webber Jr 0696 william H. bennink 0710 JoHn a. decker 0710 walter lloyd 0713 george H. HanSen 0713 yorke F. knapp 0729 william t. HarriS 0754 gordon b. rockStroH Jr 0776 wilbur guStav Hoppe 0776 alFred H. Jantzen Jr 0776 daniel david keySer 0794 deSmond H. allen 0796 marSHall k. gillette 0801 cHriS g. bickoS 0814 JoHn S. todd 0819 murray a. rotHbaum 0827 ricHard e. trogiScH 0839 curt g. brown 0867 louiS J. SavareSe 0880 JuliuS Hintz 0890 edwin FiSHer 0915 merrill e. JoHnSon 0934 ezra d. ScHwartz 0975 antHony l. d’ambroSi 1009 irving lowitz 1016 mitcHell m. Frank

1034 victor gatto 1034 donald p. ventrudo 1041 natHan glaSSer 1057 artHur H. bladeS 1057 melvin blaSS 1057 ralpH Jakoby 1057 warren e. muller 1111 ralpH c. rotHenberger 1174 donald e. Forte 1175 gilbert J. denton 1175 Jack r. HendrickS 1179 william r. burger Jr1179 duane e. munro 1185 daniel c. ScHmidt 70 YEArS 0051 donald elliS gibSon 0107 carlton g. van ornum 0112 ray J. Faucett 0120 edwin F. riedel 0149 winField l F randolpH 0173 robert a. elliS 0389 leSter a. roSa 0404 FletcHer parker 0406 reginald wagmaker 0439 JoHn H. leal 0466 Harold t. gobel 0466 gottFried g. rieSen 0473 leonard w. ScHlicHting 0575 wilbur r. renSkerS 0599 donald r. voSburgH 0696 lewiS H. JoHnSon 0843 cHarleS H. ryan 0956 Frank b. wigley 1174 robert c. mccartney 71 YEArS 0010 robert a. SHultiS 0011 JoHn w. beiro 0040 gilbert n. JoHnSon 0075 artHur J. cropSey 0113 alton H. StaHl 0145 cornell l. beacH 0150 Harold SHaw 0167 Frank a. doolittle 0320 cHarleS b. Swartz 0486 eugene k. nemoytin 0527 roger p. pHelpS 0689 weSley e. kingSley Jr 0915 elbert J. weller 0922 milton radutzky 1174 FranciS o. HopkinS 72 YEArS 0048 cliFton S. baldwin

0107 robert g. Hubbell 0224 william pritcHard 0400 ira S. FiSk 0565 robert a. SHawn 0608 george pFleiderer 0611 micHael F. mancuSi 0620 edward d. cottrell 0651 Fred dickerman 0682 duane a. wolF 0684 Frank w. warner 0774 victor r. lewiS 0913 donald k. SmitH 0934 leonard litwin 1175 daniel StoJanovicH 73 YEArS 0020 cyril H. Hermele 0145 JoHn F. daviS Jr0147 Harold w. axton 0147 lewiS l. axton 0819 morriS w. HerbSt 0821 Harry e. randleS 0922 artHur SanderS 0923 louiS H. eickHoFF 1175 norman JoHnSon 74 YEArS 0097 lloyd F. cliFF 0139 wilbur m. mccormick 0161 JoHn e. paplow 0729 Jack leopold 0827 lawrence e. Stark 75 YEArS 0328 arlington F. young 0395 walter F. HaStingS 0570 JoHn n. eaSterbrook 0970 maurice e. Sweitzer 76 YEArS 0516 Fenwick w. page 78 YEArS 0586 william t. JoHnSton 81 YEArS 0295 williS J. matHer 82 YEArS 0487 nicHolaS cHoyce Sr 83 YEArS 0063 c ricHard gunzer 84 YEArS 0487 artHur t. long

The Ninth Manhattan District conducts blood drives bi-annually to help replenish the dwindling blood supply for the Long Island blood services. The District has been very successful in involving the community and the Brothers to help this worthwhile cause. This charitable endeavor has been very successful under the guidance of chairmen Adi Lins and Glenn Oppermann.

It was nice to see many Brothers and entire families donate in the spirit of true Masonry. A total of fifty-one pints and six units of platelets were collected. In addition to Brother Masons, many community members graciously arrived to donate. Bob Stein placed posters calling for blood donations in twenty-five local businesses and this advertising greatly helped in recruiting locals to the donation center.

Thanks go to the Past Masters Association for providing liquid refreshments, sandwiches and snacks. And thanks are due to Adi Lins and Glenn Oppermann for their time and effort to make this drive a success.

Ninth Manhattan holds drive


Grand Master’s Masonic Family Day at The Ball Park NBT Stadium - 1 Tex Simone Dr, Syracuse, NY 13208

Sunday, August 31, 2014

*GAME DAY START TIME – 6:30PM

*TICKETS: $10 FIELD LEVEL SEATS / *CHILDREN 12 YEARS & UNDER – FREE! (* SEE INFO BELOW) *TICKET INFO: 1. Go to www.chiefsgroups.com in the web browser. -2. Enter the verification letters on screen. – 3. Enter the group password: gm2014 - 4. Complete

the necessary steps through check out. 5. *A family with children 12 and under are asked to call group sales @ 315-474-7833 to purchase their tickets under the group name: gm2014.

*PARKING: $5 PER VEHICLE

*TAILGATING IN PARKING LOT STARTS @ 3PM

Gas grills will be provided for your grilling pleasure (*Please bring your own food and drink for the tailgate)

The Grand Master and The Grand Line

wil l be present for al l the fest ivit ies .

Holiday Fireworks Display Following The Game! Please contact Richard M. Torrey @ 315-698-4315 or [email protected]

for more information.

LET’S GO CHIEFS!

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