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THE SURVEYORVol. IX No. 3 George Washington 1776 Lodge #337 F&AM Trestle Board May/June 2008

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George Washington 1776 Lodge #337 F&AM Trestle Board May/June 20082

MESSAGE FROM THE EAST

Andy Paradowski, Worshipful Master

Back to the Drawing Board

When I reached the end of my first term asWorshipful Master, I realized there were designsdrawn on the trestleboard, which had not come tofruition. An advantage of being allowed to serve asecond term is that I have had the opportunity torevisit those dusty designs, and with the help of myBrothers, develop them into programs for this year.I am pleased that in the coming months three ofthese plans will be implemented, and the resultingworks will benefit our Lodge and Community.

North Shore Fire Department Rescue Squad

The North Shore Fire Department needs topurchase and equip another rescue squad. However,they will not be able to do so until they have thefunds required. We have an opportunity here tomake a difference in our community. We would liketo contribute to a key piece of emergency medicalequipment that will save lives in our community.We are working with Aurora Lodge #30, to raisefunds and ultimately present one check from theLodges in our Masonic Center.

I appeal to you to give generously to thisproject. We have an opportunity, working together,to do some good. The George Washington 1776Masonic Fund has approved up to $1000.00 inmatching funds for this project so your contributionwill go twice as far. Please make checks payable tothe George Washington 1776 Fund, 517 E.Beaumont Avenue, Whitefish Bay, WI 53217.

Havenwoods State Forest

There is a chunk of State Forest situatedwithin the North side of the City of Milwaukee.Most people do not even know of its existence. It isdifferent than any other green space in the MetroMilwaukee area as it is not mowed and manicured.It is largely natural prairie and forest area. Itcontains Hiking and Ski Trails, and a Nature Centerthat is the home to many community programs.

We are adopting a trail at Havenwoods andwill be doing ongoing service projects to maintain it.Our first two service projects will be at 9:00 AM onSaturdays May 31 and June 28. We will be doinglitter control and trail maintenance. If you live in theMilwaukee Area, please come out and help usmaintain and improve this community treasure.

Are you Rusty?

On Tuesday June 17 at 7:30pm we willconfer The Masonic Traveler's Refresher Degree,also known as the Rusty Nail Degree. This is a toolthat is used to re-acquaint brethren with the signs,tokens, and words of the three degrees, enablingthem more easily to gain admission into anyMasonic Lodge. If you have not been to Lodge in awhile, and would like to brush-up on these things,please join us for the evening. Immediatelyfollowing the meeting will be our annual StrawberryFestival where we will enjoy Strawberry Shortcakedownstairs in Stegner Hall. Please RSVP withSecretary David Haase, PM by June 14.

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THE SURVEYORVol. IX No. 3

©2008

George Washington 1776 Lodge #337

F&AM Trestle Board

A Bi-Monthly Periodical

Since July, 2000

Chuck Carroll, Editor in Chief

Barb Carroll, Proof Reader

Contributors:

David Haase; Andy Paradowski; Frank Nuernberger

Photographer: Dick Paradowski

The Surveyor is Printed & mailed by Central

File Inc., Br. Dan Chaudoir, President.

Payment for printing is donated directly to

the George Washington Masonic Fund.

Kenwood North Shore Chapter #90

Royal

Arch

Masons

My Fellow Brothers in Chapter:Spring is upon us! Hope all is well. Our nextmeeting this Spring is on May 8, 2008 at7:30PM. I hope to see you. If you have anyconcerns, Please call.

Zealously yours,David HaaseExcellent High Priest

P.S. You should have received your 2008 due’scard by now. If you haven’t, please call me at414-964-4080.

Kenwood Council #34

Royal &

Select

Masons

Companions,For those who missed our meeting of

April 10, we had a great meeting. Our next willbe June 12, 2008, near the Grand Encampmentfor the State. Please support the future of ourCouncil.

Zealously yours,David HaaseThrice Illustrious Master

From the Secretary’s DeskFrom the Secretary’s DeskFrom the Secretary’s DeskFrom the Secretary’s DeskBrethren,

I would like to welcome all of our newEntered Apprentices and Fellow Crafts. Wehave a full schedule with degrees and socialevents. We are the future of Masonry; let’ssupport the Lodge. If you have not paid your2008 dues, please send them in to me. Anyquestions, please call.

If you have anything to suggest for thegood of the lodge, please call 414-964-4080. Iam looking forward to hearing from you.

Fraternally,David Haase, PMSecretary

Lodge Phone:

414-964-4080

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Visit our Web Site:

WWW.GW1776.ORG


EasterEasterEasterEaster Magic at the Lodge Magic at the Lodge Magic at the Lodge Magic at the Lodge

Walt Smith, Tony Busalacchi,and newly passed FC, Brian Bromberekaka “The Easter Bunny” led thefestivities at the annual GW 1776 EasterEgg Hunt.

Heavy snowfalls kept everyoneindoors as children gathered in the lodgeto enjoy snacks while watching Walt’sWizardry. The antics of Tony the Clownwere also appreciated as were the candyfilled eggs the children collected withhelp from the Easter Bunny.

Thanks to everyone who helpedmake this year’s event a success!

Monday NightMonday NightMonday NightMonday Night

Degree WorkDegree WorkDegree WorkDegree Work

by Franklin Nuernberger

Senior Warden

When we becameMasons, we all passed throughthree degrees to join the BlueLodge. For some of us it has beena while. Can you remember verymuch of the degree work?Would you like to become morefamiliar with the degree work?

I invite you to come toSilver Spring Masonic CenterMonday nights at 7:00pm to joinin degree practices. If the lasttime you participated in a degreewas when YOU received it, comeand join us for the review.

The Monday nightpractices give us a chance torenew the degrees, learn someparts, renew old friendships, andmeet some of our newer brothers.

If you come to thepractices, you won't be requiredto join a degree team. You may,like many of us, find enjoymentin helping out with one or moredegrees.

Lodge

Property

Clean Up

Day–May 10th

Saturday, May 10th isProperty Clean Up Day at theLodge. We will be pullingweeds, pruning shrubs andcleaning up the gardens and lawnaround the Lodge.

Bring your gloves andfavorite garden tools and pitchin! We will meet at the Lodge at1:00pm. Don’t forget to bringsomething to drink.

If you are planning tohelp out, call Chuck Carroll at414-336-4252.

NewFellowcraftsat GW 1776

April 1st was no fool’sday for Terrence Wollins andBrian Bromberek who were bothpassed from Entered Apprenticesto Fellowcrafts.

The Degree Team whichmeets on Monday eveningscomported themselves brilliantlywith the help of veteran membersof the Lodge.

Prior to the Ceremonies,Brother Wollins posted his EAdegree, Brother Bromberekhaving done so at a previoustime.

It is an honor andprivilege to behold, let aloneparticipate in, the process ofbestowing degrees upon brothers.Thanks to all who attended.


Ladies of the Table Dinner Reservation Form

Name___________________________________________________________________

Address_________________________________________________________________

City/State/Zip_____________________________________________________________

Phone Number____________________________________________________________

Number in Party_____@ $12.50 per person

Total Amount Enclosed___________

Please return reservation, with payment, by May 1, 2008 to: David Haase, PM, 5168 N. Hollywood · Whitefish Bay, WI 53217

A Masonic DictionaryA Masonic DictionaryA Masonic DictionaryA Masonic Dictionary

Have you every wondered about themeaning of a particular Masonic term or had afriend or relative who was not a Mason ask youabout a term but you couldn’t quite put your fingeron a definition? Our Brethren at Excelsior Lodgehave put together a Masonic Online Dictionaryjust for that purpose.

One example is the “Knife and Fork Degree.”

The Knife and Fork Degree:

A fictitious degree informally and

unofficially conferred upon anyone

cooking the food for a Masonic

function.

Visit the Masonic Dictionary site at this address:http://www.excelsiorlodge.org/masonicdictionary

Annual Ladies of the Table Dinner Featuring the Woman of the Year Award

Presented by George Washington 1776 Lodge #337, F.&.A.M.

Tuesday May 6, 2008

6:00pm - Reception in George Washington Lounge6:30pm - Dinner and Woman of the Year Award Presentation

Cost: $12.50/person

Family and Friends Welcome!

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Got a Business to Advertise?We are offering free space to members of theGW1776 Lodge. Send your business cardto:

The Surveyor

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5 7:00pm Degree Practice

6 6:00pm Ladies of the Table Dinner

10 1:00pm Lodge Property Clean-up day



20 6:30pm Light Supper and 7:30 Stated Meeting

26 Memorial Day

31 9:00am Havenwoods Service Project

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3 6:30pm Light Supper and 7:30 Stated Meeting

6 Grand Lodge Annual Communication - Madison

7 Grand Lodge Annual Communication - Madison



17 7:30pm Stated Meeting (No Light Supper) - RustyNail Degree - Strawberry Dessert FestivalFollowing Lodge


28 9:00am Havenwoods Service Project

2008 LODGE OFFICERS2008 LODGE OFFICERS2008 LODGE OFFICERS2008 LODGE OFFICERS

Worshipful Master Andy Paradowski, PM 414-962-0236Senior Warden Frank Nuernberger 414-357-8141Junior Warden Walt Smith 414-906-1695Treasurer Charles Roeder, PM 262-238-0163Secretary David Haase, PM 414-964-4080Senior Deacon James Roberts, PM 414-332-8247Junior Deacon Terry Johannes 414-963-4493Senior Steward Chuck Carroll 414-336-4252Junior Steward William Cekosh 262-305-4880Chaplain Horace Palmer, PM 414-332-3515Tiler Otto Tesch, PM 414-445-3537Counselor Mark Truesdell, PM 262-376-2173Trustee '08 Horace Palmer, PM 414-332-3515Trustee '08 David Haase, PM 414-964-4080Trustee '09 George Burgess, PM 414-332-5723Trustee '09 Otto Tesch, PM 414-445-3537Trustee '09 Andy Paradowski, PM 414-962-0236Trustee '10 Charles Roeder, PM 262-238-0163Trustee '10 Mark Truesdell, PM 262-376-2173


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GEORGE WASHINGTON STEIN CLUB A-BREWING AT SPRECHERGEORGE WASHINGTON STEIN CLUB A-BREWING AT SPRECHERGEORGE WASHINGTON STEIN CLUB A-BREWING AT SPRECHERGEORGE WASHINGTON STEIN CLUB A-BREWING AT SPRECHER

Become a Charter Member of the GeorgeWashington Stein Club and get in on the groundfloor of an exciting venture that gives Lodgemembers a chance to socialize while enjoying thewonderful beers at Sprecher Brewery. Each memberwill receive a personal Stein that will be kept at theSprecher Brewery. The club will participate in beertasting, special parties and social gatherings, foodand music in the Beer Garden at Sprecher Brewery.

The cost of membership is $25 made out tothe GW 1776 Masonic Fund which is tax deductible.The design of the stein will be determined by theCharter Members so hurry and join today! Meetingsof the Stein Club will be announced to Members.For more information or to obtain an applicationform contact Dave Haase, 414-964-4080 or DaveBowen, 414-964-7837 (SUDS).

George Washington 1776 Lodge No. 337 F&AMSilver Spring Masonic Center517 E. Beaumont AvenueWhitefish Bay, WI 53217

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