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Volume 3 Issue4

Message from the Grand East In this Issue Message from the Grand East Table of Contents From the Editor Navigating NETNEWS In The NEWS Grand Master Deputy Grand Master Grand Treasurer & Deputy Grand Marshal Senior Grand Warden & Grand Marshal George Peter Robert R. Livingston Library In The NEWS Masonry in Literature Grand Lodge Calendar Gland Lodge Committee Chairmen Past Grand Master Past Senior Grand Warden GM Day at Camp Turk Masonic Hall Tours Brotherhood Fund Public Relations Child ID MSAT Masonic Care Community Fellowship Committee Horseshoes Salt Water Fishing Parades Fresh Water Fishing Bowling Golfing West Point Tappan Youth Order of DeMolay Brothers In Need Masonic Medical Research Laboratory MMRL Masonry in Stamps From Whose Bourne… Around The State Lodge Services - Grand Lodge Forms

My Brothers, RW George Peter, Grand Historian Emeritus, Grand Historian 1994-2008, has entered his eternal rest. He served his office with complete devotion to the Fraternity and will be sorely missed. May the Great Architect watch over his loved ones. The Annual Labor Day holiday is fast approaching. Labor day is observed throughout the United States in recognition of the dignity of labor, falling on the first Monday in September of each year. Peter J. McGuire, general secretary of the Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners, May 18, 1882, at a central Labor Union meeting in New York City, proposed that "a day be set aside as a festive day, during which a parade through the streets of the city would permit public tribute to American industry." The motion was adopted and plans for the First Labor Day celebration made. October 7, 1884, American Federation of labor meeting at Chicago, A.C. Cameron, member of the Typographical Union 16 introduced the following resolution: "Resolved, that the first Monday in September each year be set aside as a laborers’ national holiday, and that we recommend its observance by all wage workers, irrespective of sex, calling or nationality." As we approach Labor Day we will be going back to work in our Lodges. My Brothers, let us renew our thoughts about this fraternity - start cathedral thinking - What is that? Our operative Masons built edifices that would last for centuries, we as speculative Masons should use that thought of building ourselves and our Lodges in our communities to be an edifice that people will look up to. We as Masons should always remember what we were told in the Northeast corner of the lodge. Remember it is up to each of us, from the Entered Apprentice in the Northeast corner to the Master in the East. Sincerely and fraternally, MW EDWARD G. GILBERT Grand Master

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Table of Contents Message from the Grand East

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Public Relations

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Table of Contents

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Child ID

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From the Editor

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Navigating NETNEWS

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Masonic Student Assistance Training (MSAT)

25

Grand Master

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Masonic Care Community

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Deputy Grand Master

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Grand Treasurer & Deputy Grand Marshal

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George Peter

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Robert R. Livingston Library

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Fellowship Committee Horseshoes Salt Water Fishing Parades Fresh Water Fishing Bowling Golf West Point Tappan

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Youth

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Order of DeMolay

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Brothers In Need

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Masonic Medical Research Laboratory (MMRL)

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Masonry In Stamps

43

From Whose Bourne Sickness & Distress

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In The News

15

Masonry in Literature

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Grand Lodge Calendar

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Grand Lodge Committee Chairmen

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Past Grand Master – Homecoming

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Past Senior Grand Warden – Homecoming

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GM Day at Camp Turk

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Masonic Hall Tours

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Around The State

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Brotherhood Fund

22

Lodge Services – Grand Lodge Forms

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From the Editor Welcome to the new NETNEWS! For those of you who are new to this publication, we hope you enjoy what you see and come back. For everyone who has enjoyed these pages during the last two years, you will see some changes. With your help, there will be more. If you are planning an event, let us know and we can let others know who may not necessarily be in your area. During the last two years, we have received communications from Canada, Great Britian and Austrailia, to name a few. Some have been additional information while others have been requests to find a Brother from years ago. Below you will find all you need to know in order to submit articles or pictures and the timeframes for those submissions. Suggestions and opinions are welcome. In any case, we are gearing up for another exciting year of Freemasonry and we hope you are as excited as we are. Here are a couple of guidelines with regards to submitting information to NETNEWS. As before, NETNEWS will focus on: Messages from Grand Lodge Officers;

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Associate Editor – Bro. Mel Lipetz Initial Layout, Design & Consultant – Bro. Louis Gaal Page 3

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Navigating NETNEWS A Note About Navigating NETNEWS As you already know (since you are reading this), NETNEWS is produced in Portable Document Format (PDF). For those new at working with PDF files, here’s a quick hint to getting around the document quickly. While you have NETNEWS open on your computer, use your mouse to click on the page you are currently viewing. When you select the

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Grand Master

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Deputy Grand Master

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Grand Treasurer & Deputy Grand Marshal

Cornucopia Lodge No.563 Public Presentation for RW Marino Cesarini

RW Robert J. Servidio

&

Grand Treasurer

Deputy Grand Marshal

on Sunday September 21, 2008 at Scottish Rite Temple 28 Lincoln Avenue Rockville Center, NewYork Reception: 7:30 PM

Open to Public

Contact: R∴W∴Robert Olmo 1431 Hancock Street Elmont, N.Y. 11003 (516) 437-9644 Page 7

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Senior Grand Warden & Grand Marshal

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George Peter – Grand Historian Emeritus On August 10, 2008, RW George Peter, Grand Historian, emeritus, laid down the working tools of life. Brother Peter worked tirelessly toward the goal of Masonic education and finally had his dream realized with the creation of MUNY, the Masonic University of New York. Below are some comments from friends and Brothers. There is also a link to add your comments to Bro. Peter’s legacy book. Dear Brethren,

It was with sadness that we heard of the passing of RW Bro. George Peter. In the name of our District Grand Master RW Razmig Djinbachian, all the District Grand Line Officers and all the Brethren in the District Grand Lodge Of Syria-Lebanon we express our deepest sorrow to Bro. George's family and loved ones. On a personal note, I have known Bro. George since 1998, he was always very interested about the Brethren in our District probably because of his origin, he immigrated to the USA from Syria. Last year at the Grand Lodge convention he asked me if I can arrange a visit for him and his son to his boyhood Armenian village in north Syria, called Kessab (near the Turkish border) to visit the places he grew up as a young boy, may be to brush up on his heritage, unfortunately at the last minute he canceled the visit. I wish he could have come because this was his long dreamed wish. May he rest in peace in the Eternal East. Fraternally, Leon Zeitounalian PGM District Grand Secretary District Grand Lodge Of Syria-Lebanon Grand Lodge Of New York It is with profound sorrow that I relay this information on the passing of a cherished Masonic friend and colleague who labored long and oh so effectively in the quarries of our gentle craft. I trust that there will be an official communication shortly from Grand Lodge as George Peter was Grand Lodge Historian as well as the founder of the Masonic University of New York. His whit and wisdom will be missed. He was truly a giant among men. Fraternally, Ron Ron Steiner A great mason, an even better person and next to my dad the best person I have ever known! Larry Hammel

Hi, folks. Returned from church to find a phone message from Michael Peter: George passed away at about 3:15 this morning. It coincided, probably not accidentally, with a massive thunderstorm right overhead in Aurora. I'm not sure, but there may have been trumpets. Thanks for your love and concern. Steve Zabriskie He will be missed, but never forgotten! Very sad news. Please share dates/times for services. Eric Howd

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George Peter – Grand Historian Emeritus When I first joined the Craft I was very put off by members of my lodge telling me exaggerated stories about the Craft. I had decided that it was not for me. I then spotted the Leadership Correspondence Course. I can honestly say that without George Peter I would not have remained a Mason. I owe everything that I have done in the Craft to George. He was a leader, a courageous leader who did not back down regardless of pressure if he knew he was right. I will miss him very, very much. Well done, good and faithful servant. C&F, Rich Friedman

George believed in Masonry more than any man I've met. And he had the added gift of being able to convince others to believe as he did, by the strength of example. He was without artifice or pretense. That is leadership. Steve King I remember well the day, some six years ago, that I sat with our Brother George discussing the establishment of MUNY and his thoughts about what our Craft is and his vision of what it should be in the years to come. We sat in his living room and I was looking out at the magnificent view of the lake that appeared through the windows in front of me. There was a thunderstorm in Aurora area and at the lower portion of the lake; we could see the sun shining. It is very appropriate that our Brother passed during a thunderstorm during the early hours this morning. As Brother Friedman said, our Brother George was a courageous man who stood steadfast in what he believed was true--- no matter how stormy the reactions were from others. He was dedicated to insuring that future generations of our Craft would always understand the purpose and value of membership in our Fraternity. LCC, LDC-8,iDC and his extensive writings about our Craft will not be forgotten and all the members, who he 'touched' and influenced in one way or another, will never forget his contributions to our life's. Rest in Peace my good Friend and Brother. Your Grateful Brother Neal Bidnick Past Grand Master As I sit checking my e-mails in the restaurant of my hotel in Paris, France I wish to take the opportunity to send sincere and fraternal condolences to the family and friends of a truly distinguished Mason. May the good Lord welcome him and watch over his loved ones in their time of need. Fraternally, John Walker Robinson

I am sorry to hear of the passing of Bro. George Peter. George was an extraordinary individual who truly lived by the Masonic ideas. He will be missed by all. My condolences to the entire Peter Family S&F MARINO CESARINI

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George Peter – Grand Historian Emeritus When I was first raised as a Master Mason, it was not long before I began to look forward to receiving the Empire State Mason Magazine so I could read the Grand Historian's column. One story I particularly remember was when George explained his Armenian roots and how as a young man he hated Turks for the genocide early in the twentieth century. He ultimately met a Turkish Brother and they became life long friends. George credited Masonry for his being able to let go of his hatred and forgive. I was impressed with how personal this story was and the lesson we could learn from George’s example. Years later, I was honored to meet George and to serve on the MUNY committee with him. George, I am a better man for having known you. It has been a pleasure to call you a Brother and a privilege to call you a friend. We are poorer for losing you, but Masonry is richer for your having been here and for all the inovative and creative programs you have started and implemented. Steven P. Koch

Read the Obit Here:

http://www.legacy.com/theithacajournal/Obituaries.asp?Page=Lifestory&PersonId=115431262

Submit to the Guestbook/Legacy Book here:

http://www.legacy.com/theithacajournal/GB/GuestbookView.aspx?PersonId=115431262

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Bro. Thomas Savini [email protected]

Robert R. Livingston Library

COMING TO A MASONIC LODGE NEAR YOU! COPY OF VATICAN’S TEMPLAR TRIAL TRANSCRIPTS ON DISPLAY ACROSS NEW YORK STATE One of only eight hundred bilingual copies of Processus Contra Templarios to make five stops from Poughkeepsie to Buffalo during week of October 19-25

NEW YORK – In April 2008, the Chancellor Robert R Livingston Masonic Library of Grand Lodge announced the acquisition of Processus Contra Templarios, an unprecedented publication containing a collection of facsimile manuscripts relating to the trials of the Knights Templar. Now, the Library Trustees and staff announce a week-long excursion from October 19-25, during which time the Processus will be displayed and discussed, at six locations across the state: Wappingers Falls; Troy; Cooperstown; Syracuse; Great Valley; and Buffalo. Masonic groups in each location are planning events to coincide with the visit. The trip is planned to conclude on the day of the Grand Master’s Ball in Buffalo, honoring Edward G. Gilbert, Grand Master of Masons in the State of New York. Each event will include a display of the bound volume containing the transcription of the testimony taken from the captive Knights Templar in the year 1308. The display will include facsimile reproductions of the original documents, which reproduce the handwriting of medieval Inquisitors, along with signs of eight hundred years of age, including artificial tears and mold stains. A half-hour presentation from Thomas M. Savini, Director of the Livingston Masonic Library, and William J. Thomas, Trustee of the Library, will provide an overview of the Knights Templar, describe their place in history, and discuss their interest to scholars of contemporary Freemasonry. The program includes an opportunity for questions and comments from the audience. “This trip represents an exciting opportunity for the Livingston Library to bring a part of its collection to our patrons,” says Library Director Savini. “Many of our artifacts simply cannot leave the stable environment of our Manhattan site. And while we do lend books by mail to Masons across New York State, most of our books remain in Manhattan as reference copies, to be used at the Library. With this trip, we are bringing an item that has aroused a great deal of curiosity to Masons and others across New York.” Trustee William Thomas adds, "Freemasons really have only one secret and that pertains to our origins. We don't truly know where we came from. One of the popular theories has us evolving from the Crusader Knights Templar. While there is no such proven link, several Masonic organizations have adopted the theme as part of their traditions. Such traditions are always the subject of lively discussion among our members."

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Bro. Thomas Savini [email protected]

Robert R. Livingston Library

The Holy See shocked the world when it announced that the Vatican Secret Archive would publish exclusive and previously unavailable source material on the hearings against the medieval warrior-monks. The announcement was of special interest to Freemasons and students of Masonic history, as many theorists trace modern Freemasonry’s origins to the military-religious order, and the modern Masonic Templar organization is an important part of the fraternity today. To date, there is no proven historical link between the medieval Knights Templar and modern Freemasonry. Presented to the world in October 2007, the 700th anniversary of the arrest of the Templars, Processus Contra Templarios is a joint project of the Vatican Secret Archives and Italy’s Scrinium cultural foundation. This unique work is being published in a limited run of 800 copies, under the supervision of Archive officials, and includes faithful replicas of the original parchments closely guarded at the Secret Archive, along with exclusive critical commentary on the minutes of the inquiry. The publication is highly valued for its documents and critical texts. The most exciting manuscript in the document collection is the “Chinon Parchment,” which contains Pope Clement V’s absolution of the Templars on charges of heresy, which had been the backbone of King Philip of France’s attempts to eliminate them. The pontiff had suspended the Templar Order, without disbanding it, and eventually re-admitted the Templar officials and the entire Order back into the Roman Church community. The pope recognized that they were guilty of many other minor crimes, but not heresy. The parchment, also known as the “Chinon Chart,” was misplaced in the Vatican archives until 2001, when a medieval historian stumbled across it. The parchment was incorrectly catalogued at some point in history and was the key document historians had been looking for. The Vatican expected most copies of the work to be purchased by specialized libraries at top universities and by leading medieval scholars. The Livingston Masonic Library may be the only Masonic-affiliated research facility to purchase a copy, and one of only a handful of copies in the entire United States. “We are aware that this purchase will raise some eyebrows, both within and outside the Masonic fraternity,” noted Livingston Masonic Library Director Savini. “But the acquisition of this work coincides with our mission to collect, study and preserve the Masonic heritage. The Masonic heritage includes investigation into Freemasonry’s historical roots, but also the study of its inspirational roots, which include Rosicrucianism; the study of philosophy from the European Enlightenment; and study of the Knights Templar. This collection of documents is important not only to students of Freemasonry, but to medieval and religious scholars and historians as well. It is important that someone in the U.S. make this available, and the Library’s Board of Directors unanimously agreed that it should be us.” President of the Library’s Board of Directors, Barry Mallah, explained the reasoning behind the purchase. “With such an important announcement rippling through the Masonic world, we felt the Livingston Masonic Library should continue its ground-breaking traditions of presenting important works to the research community. We were the first Masonic research library to provide online access to our museum collections and book catalogue, and obtaining the Processus is a continuation of our commitment to research.”

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Bro. Thomas Savini [email protected]

Robert R. Livingston Library

Original documents of the trials of the Templars have never before been offered to scholars. The epic work of Scrinium is presented in a soft leather case that contains a large-format book with scholarly commentary in Italian and English, reproductions of original parchments in Latin, and replicas of the wax seals used by 14thcentury inquisitors. One parchment measuring about a foot and a half wide by more than six feet long is so detailed that it includes reproductions of stains and imperfections seen on the originals. The precise reproduction of the parchments will allow scholars to study them, touch them, and admire them as if they were dealing with the real thing. It also means the originals will not deteriorate as fast as they would if they were constantly being handled and viewed. The Knights Templar have been a subject of both scholarly research and popular fiction for centuries, but never as popular as in recent decades. Legends of their hidden treasures, secret rituals and political power have figured over the years in medieval romances, Victorian novels, modern bestsellers such as The Da Vinci Code, and action films like National Treasure. The Knights have also been portrayed as guardians of the legendary Holy Grail. One theory says that Templars who went underground to escape the persecutions of the inquisitors in the early 14th century evolved as an organization and emerged in Scotland almost two centuries later as early modern Freemasonry. Library Director Savini said the Livingston Library makes no claim that Freemasonry is descended from the Templars. “Our Library has a duty to provide our patrons with resources that fulfill their interests and research needs, and that expand the general public’s understanding of all areas relating to Freemasonry, including the numerous theories and legends relating to its origins. The Processus is an important work that helps us to serve our patrons.” The Processus Contra Templarios was acquired through the Edward J. Scheider Book Fund.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT THOMAS M. SAVINI, DIRECTOR OF THE LIBRARY 212-337-6619 [email protected] ####################################################################################

More Library News Please add to the yearly schedule that the Chancellor Robert R Livingston Masonic Library will hold its Annual Journal/Dinner/Dance on Sunday, April 26,2009 at 12:00 Noon, at Russo's on the Bay in Howard Beach, NY. Our "GUEST of HONOR" is the Most Worshipful Richard P. Thomas, President of the Trustees of the Masonic Hall & Home and Past Grand Master.

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In The NEWS

Knights Templar 'Heirs' Sue Pope For Billions Plinio Lepri An image of Pope Clement V apparently absolving the Knights Templar of heresy charges 700 years ago, from the book Processus Contra Templarios. The book is a compilation of documents found in the Vatican's secret archives in 2001. AP

All Things Considered, August 17, 2008 · A group of people claiming to be the heirs of the legendary Knights Templar are suing Pope Benedict XVI, seeking more than $150 billion for assets seized by the Catholic Church seven centuries ago. They also want to restore the order's good name. Founded in 1119, the Knights Templar was a secretive order of Christian warriors who protected pilgrims on their way to Jerusalem during the Crusades. They fell out of favor years later, and members were accused of denying Christ, worshipping the devil and practicing sodomy. Many Templars were tortured and burned at the stake. In 1307, Pope Clement V accused the order of heresy and officially dissolved it. Fiona Govan, who wrote about the lawsuit for London's Daily Telegraph, tells host Andrea Seabrook the order is believed to have gone underground and continued to practice, but that there is no firm, historical evidence to support it. Last fall, the Vatican published secret documents about the trial of the Templars in a book called Processus Contra Templarios, Latin for "Trial Against the Templars." The volume included a parchment apparently showing that, contrary to historic belief, Clement had absolved the order of heresy. Now, a group called the Association of the Sovereign Order of the Temple of Christ has filed suit in a Spanish court, asking for an apology from the pope and recognition that land and property worth about $150 billion today was seized from the Templars. The Vatican will never reimburse the group, Govan says, because its members cannot prove that they are descendants of the Knights Templar. She calls the claim "ludicrous" and says Spanish papers have suggested the issue is something for psychiatrists to decide rather than historians.

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Masonry In Literature Brethren, References about Masonry are hidden in many books, and those of us in the craft are sometimes pleasantly surprised when we discover an unexpected passage. The book Sioux Dawn – The Fetterman Massacre, 1866 by Terry C. Johnston has such a find. The author’s forward tells us that all but two characters are real and explains who the fictional characters are. The men in the Following passages were real. It takes place following a funeral of some calvary soldiers killed in a battle with the Sioux: “When White completed his simple service, he nodded to George Grummond. Solemnly the lieutenant stepped to the precipice of the middle hole, pulling a white handkerchief from his pocket which he hung from his coat belt for want of a Masonic apron. As six fellow Masons joined him at the graves, Grummond opened his ritual book, chocking through the last rites to be read over fallen comrades. “Captain Brown?” he asked, finished at last. Turning he stuffed the book and handkerchief into the pockets of his overcoat. “Fred Brown stepped to the middle coffin, raised its lid. On Sergeant Bower’s breast the captain laid his own medal for bravery awarded during the Civil War. From Stone’s River to Fredericksburg and on to the siege at Atlanta, Brown and Bowers had forged a fast friendship. Now Brown’s ‘Army of the Cumberland’ badge would rest for all time on the breast of his old friend” 1 1.

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If you find any references in literature of interest to our Brethren, please pass them on so we can all share in the joy of your discovery. Ed.

Grand Lodge Calendar Fri. Aug 22 thru Wed. Aug 27

Surpreme Council 33°

Providence RI

Wed. Sept. 3 thru Sun. Sept 7

Mid-Atlantic Shrine Lodge Rededication Grand Commandry Grand Treasurer & Deputy Grand Marshal Apron Presentation Past Senior Grand Warden Homecoming Lodge Rededication Apron Presentation Junior Grand Warden Apron Presentation

Virginia Beach Syracuse Kerhonkson NYC Utica Marathon Cortlandville Binghamton

Saturday October 25

Senior Grand Warden, Grand Marshal Apron Presentation Past Grand Master Homecoming Deputy Grand Master Apron Presentation Grand Master's Day @ West Point Grand Master's Day @ Tappan Columbus Day Parade Junior Grand Deacon Apron Presentation Grand Master's Ball

Buffalo Leonards Russo's West Point Tappan 5th Ave NYC Baldwin Buffalo

Saturday November 1

Deputy Grand Standard Bearer Apron Presentation

Smithtown

RCC Eastern Regional DeMolay Hall of Fame Masonic Toys for Tots @ Russo’s on the Bay

Grantville Bear Mountain Russo’s

Masonic Toys for Tots @ New York Hospital – 70th & York Ave Masonic Toys for Tots @ Masonic Hall Interfaith Breakfast (AM) Metro DD Association Party Red Cross of Contantine

NYC NYC Floral Park NYC Buffalo

Thursday September 11 Fri. Sept 19 thru Sun Sept 21 Sunday September 21 Friday September 26 Saturday September 27 Saturday September 27 Sunday September 28 Saturday October 4 Sunday October 5 Friday October 10 Saturday October 11 Sunday October 12 Monday October 13 Saturday October 18

Fri. Nov. 7 Thry Sun. November 9 Saturday November 15 Saturday November 22 Thursday December 4 Saturday December 6 Sunday December 7 Sunday December 7 Sunday December 14

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Committee Chairmen COMMITTEE

CHAIRMAN

TELEPHONE NO.

EMAIL ADDRESS

Advisory

Griffith Jones III

(716) 833-8612

[email protected]

Awards *

Carter Dorzbacher

(914) 769-4374

[email protected]

Brotherhood Fund *

Robert D. Stack

(516) 569-1951

Camp Turk

David F. Stoy

(607) 988-2545

[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

Charters *

John E. de Meurers Sr

(315) 783-9832

Child Identification

Donald H. Elliott

(607)692-3134

Child Identification F.A.S.N.Y. C.H.I.P

Joseph M. Keeler

(718)833-0900

Community Service

Kenneth E. Wagner

(718)359-0279

Constitutions *

John Leventhal

(212) 600-1420

Correspondence & Relations

Gary Henningsen

(609)409-1204

Credentials of Members & Returns of Lodges

Edmund Kolb Jr.

(201)385-2315

Custodians of the Work *

Richard Friedman

(585) 425-1981

Distinguished Achievement Award

Gary Henningsen

(609)409-1204

Endowments *

Ivan S. Obolensky

(212) 861-4240

[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

Finance *

Alan J. Berk

(212) 861-3012

Fraternal Correspondence

Gary Henningsen

(609)409-1204

George Washington National Memorial

Ronald Sablosky

(212)246-3345

[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

George Washington Tappan

C.F.' Bill' Maurer

(201) 391-1631

[email protected]

Grand Historian

James H. Rice

(585)554-6032

Grand Lodge Convention

Kurt Ott

(845) 735-4557

GL Educational Asst. Program

H. Stephen Lieb

(914) 723-4476

Law Enforcement *

Martin A. Danoff

(212) 682-4500

Lodges and Buildings *

Fred C. Fredrickson

(518) 512-3105

Long-Range Planning *

M. Donald Darrohn III

(585)225-1782

[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

Masonic Benevolence Committee *

Wesley Powell

(631) 691-7367

[email protected]

Masonic Blood Donor Program

Sheldon D. Stachel

(718) 998-8569

Masonic Brotherhood Foundation

Gary Henningsen

(609)409-1204

Masonic Family Fellowship

Roy Puckhaber

(631) 754-8467

Masonic Hall Tours

John Andrades Jr.

(212)686-3996

[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

Masonic Home Activity

Leonard E. Coon

Leadership & Education Services *

Marino Cesarini

(516) 741-6989

Library & Museums

Edward G. Gilbert

(716)822-2051

Masonic Jurisprudence *

Bruce Widger

(315) 673-9142

Masonic Student Assistance Training (MSAT)

Tim McMullin

(607)748-6284

Masonic University of NY (MUNY)

Stephen King

(518)489-1341

Membership Development

Bruce Chilton

Military OutReach

David Crawford & Thomas M. Paglia

(585) 478-4631 (585) 482-0400 & (585)227-2046

Necrology *

Herbert M. Groce, Jr.

(973) 361-8816

NETNEWS

Steven P. Koch

(845) 298-2502

Pay of Members & Representatives

Tommy Lam

(718)259-5511

Proctor

Steven Rubin

(212) 643-5402

Public Relations

Ronald J. Steiner

(845)354-4192

Publications Committee *

Ronald N. Bower

(716) 434-4946

Related Organizations

Vincent Libone

(718) 229-2841

Restorations *

Manuel Abad

(631) 331-3256

Surviving Spouse & Loved Ones

William C. Jones

(315)986-9150

Technology

Stu Card

(315) 845-6249

Unity *

Daniel M. Semel

(212) 628-5613

Youth

Cary S. Cohn

(516) 781-1157

[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

* Standing Committee

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Past Grand Master - Homecoming

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Past Senior Grand Warden - Homecoming

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Camp Turk Grand Master’s Day at Camp Turk Grand Master’s Day at Camp Turk 2008 was marked by beautiful weather, good food, fellowship with all Brothers, campers and families, and a softball game that continued the campers winning streak against the Grand Master’s team.

The Grand Master’s star pitcher, RW Gilbert Savitsky.

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Camp Turk Both teams join for a group photo after the game.

Some cam

Bro. John Andrades Jr.

Masonic Hall Tours

As interests are increasing in knowing more about FREEMASONRY the Masonic Hall Tours are experiencing many more visitors each year. Many visitors have been duly noted to say that our meeting rooms "Speak for themselves." We welcome our world wide members of the craft, their families and friends. We have been eager to increase conducting tours for the guests and families of our immediate brethren within our Grand Lodge of New York. We ask the Masters of the lodges if they would stimulate interest in group tours of the Masonic Hall Tours, located at 71 W 23rd Street, NY, NY, 10010 4149, for more information Telephone 1-212-337-6602.

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Brotherhood Fund

Bro. Robert D. Stack

August 2008 To all Lodge, District, Area Chairmen, District Deputies, and Worshipful Masters: Dear Colleagues, The success of each year’s Masonic Brotherhood Fund Campaign is dependent upon the efficiency & knowledge of all our Chairmen, and their ability to properly solicit donations. The MBF meetings, in different locations around the State, attribute to these goals, and make the system of recording run smoothly. It is important that the Lodge, District, and Area Chairmen, particularly the new appointees, as well as the DDGMs, attend in their areas. There are many changes this year; new reports, new categories, etc. I realize that I am asking you to take some of your valuable time, and we have tried to make the locations easily accessible, and a time, which allows for convenient travel. The dates and locations are listed below. All meetings will start at the time designated and will be over as soon as the material is covered. Please return the RSVP card quickly, so that proper arrangements can be made for refreshments. I look forward to seeing you this Fall. Please make every effort to attend. Thank you. Fraternally, Robert D. Stack, PGT State Chairman

Location and Dates 2008–Check time for each location September 6th

Dansville –off I 390 Phoenix Lodge

10 AM

September 13th Cortlandville Lodge,Cortland-10 AM September 20th Rockville Centre L.I. 20 Lincoln Ave-10 AM September 27th Masonic Home Care –Utica1- Friendship Hall- 10 AM October 4th Hoffmann Lodge-Middletown-10 AM October 11th Latham Temple-10 AM October 25thth Buffalo-Marriott Hotel 10AM October 30th New York City-Grand Lodge 7:30 PM

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Bro. Ronald J. Steiner [email protected]

Public Relations Public Relations Seminars Continue

On Friday evening, August 8th, we held our second PR Seminar of this Masonic year in Latham and we had another fine turnout of PR Liaisons and interested Brethren with approximately 30 in attendance from a good number of Lodges in the Capital District region. Special thanks to RW Steven King and Peter Kermani who were Site Coordinators as well as thanks the DDGMs and all the Brethren who participated and made this a very rewarding night. We likewise had 30 Brothers participating in the first PR Seminar we held at Masonic Hall in New York City on July 19th when RW Bill Feingold was Site Coordinator and Bro Rob Leonard assisted with the presentation. We are now finalizing arrangements for the next three PR Seminars to be held Utica area - Saturday, October 18 at 8:30 AM in MMRL... RW Ron Kamp Site Coordinator Southern Tier - Saturday, October 18 at 1:00 PM Maine Masonic Lodge in Maine NY north of Endicott, NY RW Ted Pierce is Site Coordinator Buffalo region - Saturday, October 25 at 9:30 AM at Buffalo-Niagara Marriott Hotel RW Richard "RJ" Kessler is Site Coordinator We are looking to promote good attendance at these training and informational sessions. Further details will be forthcoming regarding our PR Seminars scheduled for Long Island (November 15) and Tappan, NY (TBA) Fraternally, Ron RONALD J. STEINER N.Y. GRAND LODGE PUBLIC RELATIONS [email protected] (845) 354 - 4192

Child ID

Bro. Donald Elliot [email protected]

Brothers, Would you please help me get Masons to look at the net news blog at: http://www.nymasons.org/cms/blog As the new State Chairman I’m going to provide a daily update for Brothers to keep informed on Chip Events. S&F Don Elliott, State Chairman

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Child ID

Bro. Donald Elliot [email protected]

Brothers, I am in distress and need assistance. I have been asked by the GreenLawn Fire Dept of Long Island to run a Child-ID session this Labor Day weekend, at their annual fund raiser. I need Volunteers. It is a 3-Day event. Friday 8/29, Saturday 8/30, no Sunday and Monday 9/01. Could you pass this on the brothers of your lodge to see who is willing and available. Have them contact me at (201) 214-5987 or [email protected]

Thank you for any assistance you can give. Jann Weinrich, Child ID Chairman 9th Manhattan District

Congratulations to the Dutchess District The Child ID team of the Dutchess District held their most successful event ever at this year’s Dutchess County Fair, which ran from August 19th through the 24th. Also assisting were Brothers and family members from the Greene-Ulster, and the Westchester/Putnam Districts. A total of 885 children were processed. In addition, the Dutchess District has an event scheduled for each weekend in September. Keep up the good work Dutchess.

Masons will join effort on child ID services The Grand Lodge of New York Free & Accepted Masons will be joining local law enforcement and firefighters to perform child identification services over the course of America’s Fair, the Erie County Fair, which is being held from August 12 to August 23, 2009. Masons enrolled more than 2,000 children at last year’s fair. The Masons’ Child Identification Program, or CHIP, provides parents with a DVD containing their children’s photograph, fingerprints and other vital information, including their height, weight, eye and hair color, along with a printable photo ID card. The information on the DVD can be of critical assistance should a child go missing.

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Masonic Student Assistance Training MSAT

Bro. Tim McMullin – Chairman [email protected]

MSAT Workshops Pay Unexpected Benefits RW Tim McMullin, Junior Grand Warden and still Chairman, Masonic Student Assistance Training Program (MSAT) was in Dunkirk, NY, for a three day MSAT training session which, began on Tuesday, August 12. This was the second MSAT training held this summer. In case you missed it, the first summer MSAT session was held in Oxford, NY, July 15,16,and 17. We had 85 educators, who were from schools in a four county area. RW McMullin discovered that the participants really lived in towns that represented an eight county area. They left with new ways to help kids stay in school and get on track, and also with a view of Masonry that they didn't have. In fact, two of the male teachers asked for and received petitions to join the Fraternity. They saw our good work and wanted to be a part of it. By chance, one of the principals was a member of Oxford Lodge, and he supplied the petitions. We Masons do good work, and educators are seeing that. MSAT (Pronounced EM-sat) is a three-day workshop for educators sponsored by the Masonic fraternity in New York. An MSAT workshop is directed at a school based team. The MSAT workshop unveils a multi-step system for helping young people who engage in behavior that puts them at risk, such as drug or alcohol abuse, gangs, or even suicide. Educators deal with student issues that affect attendance, behavior, health (mental and physical) and academics. A school building should plan to send at least four to six educators who will form a core building team. Educators leave an MSAT Workshop after three days, saying, "This is the best workshop I ever attended - and I mean, EVER!" The Core team of educators examine the Masonic Model, compare it to what they do, make modifications, and better support their at risk population. The model can be implemented immediately. All costs (estimated at $400 per teacher) are paid by the Masons, so there is virtually no cost for a school to attend. Since MSAT began in New York State in October 2001, there have been 32 MSAT Workshops offered in the state, and a total of 356 school based teams have attended, composed of 1900 New York Educators. For this coming school year 2008-2009, there will be three workshops offered on the campus of the Masonic Care Community in Utica, NY. The dates for Utica are 10/21-23, 08; 1/27-29, 09; 3/31-4/2, 2009. At the Utica site, rooms and meals are provided for the participants. Rooms and meals are funded by the New York Masonic Fraternity There will also be regional workshops in different parts of the state. At the regional sites, lunch is provided daily, but participants commute from home daily. Regional workshops dates for the summer are: For Delaware/Chenango/Madison/Otsego BOCES - July 15, 16, and 17, 2008 at Oxford, NY. (85 attended) For Chautauqua and Erie Counties - August 12, 13, and 14, 2008 at Dunkirk, NY. (75 attended) Additional regional workshops are planned as follows: For Western NY, on Nov 18, 19, and 20, 2008 site at the Carrier Center in Angola, NY in Erie County For the NY Metro area, including Long Island, during December 1-5, 2008. For more information about MSAT and how you can help, or to register a school team, call 1-888-694-0511 or e-mail [email protected] By all means, Visit

www.nymasons.org/cms/msat for the latest information

Thanks, Tim

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Bro. Ira B. Cooperman [email protected]

Masonic Care Community

The Importance of Contributions – From Every Mason There are several reasons why designating your Brotherhood Fund contribution to the Masonic Care Community is vitally important: (1.) For over 115 years – since 1893 – the Masonic Care Community has been “home” to thousands of our Brothers, their widows and others with a Masonic affiliation. Currently a majority of all the residents on the Masonic Care Community campus -- in the skilled nursing care Health Pavilion, the residential adult care Wiley Hall, and independent retirement living in Acacia Village -- are Masons or have a Masonic affiliation (such as being a widow of a Mason). (2.) The Masonic Care Community does not get reimbursed for all the costs associated with the healthcare services provided each skilled nursing care resident. Operating costs (especially gas, oil, health insurance) have risen exponentially. As a result, each year our budget faces a deficit. Over 70 percent of skilled nursing care residents in the Health Pavilion are covered by Medicaid – which pays far less than the cost of their care. For many Wiley Hall residents, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is supposed to pay for their care – but SSI only reimburses the Masonic Care Community $43.77 per day. How can that amount cover three meals a day, the cost of medications, transportation, and the many activities that are vital for healthy living?! (3.) As you review your year-end donations, please consider a contribution to the Masonic Care Community. If you itemize your income taxes, you will be able to take a charitable deduction for such contributions. The Masonic Care Community is recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)3 tax-exempt non-profit organization and your donations are deductible to the fullest extent of the law. (4.) With the construction of a “Wall of Honor” in the new Health Pavilion, dedication opportunities now exist to honor a friend or a relative, or an organization (such as your Lodge), or to create a memorial for a loved one who has passed away. These charitable donations, for which the donor will receive Brotherhood Fund credit as well as recognition on an attractive plaque of his or her choice, will help to ensure that our doors to quality healthcare remain open to all. Big or small, every donation counts! When a contribution is received, an appropriate acknowledgement expressing the sincere gratitude of the staff and residents of the Masonic Care Community is sent to the donor and to anyone else whom the donor desires. You decide where your gift should go when you designate your Brotherhood contribution to the Masonic Care Community. You may send a check to our address (2150 Bleecker St., Utica, NY 13501-1788), made payable to the “Masonic Brotherhood Fund” and indicate on the check that you are designating your gift for the Masonic Care Community. For further information, please call Bro. Ira Cooperman, Director of Philanthropy, at (315) 798-4703 or toll-free at (800) 593-3353. All contributions received will be recognized appropriately and will be gratefully received.

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Bro. Roy Puckhaber [email protected]

Fellowship Committee Masonic Family Fellowship ROY PUCKHABER Chairman (Lorraine)

GEORGE TODD Vice Chairman

45 Alton Ave, Greenlawn, NY 11740-2126 (R) (631) 754- 8467 (F) (516) 333-8027 B) (516) 333-4311 (E) [email protected]

3372 Martin Rd Hamlin, NY 14464 (R) (585) 964-5809 (C) (585) 298-0852 (E) [email protected]

My Brothers, The Masonic Fellowship and Family Involvement Committee is in full swing for the summer. Below is the list of the different Chairman and Committees. The Bowling Committee, under the leadership of Bro. Gerald Dievendorf has had a tremendous year. If your District participates in bowling events please contact Bro. Gerald Dievendorf so that he can register you within the Grand Lodge Committee. Family Day at West Point will take place on October 11, 2008. With the Grand Master M∴W∴Edward Gilbert in attendance it looks to be a wonderful day for football, friendship and camaraderie amongst the Brothers present. A special thank you goes out to Brother Ronald Stoveland for all his efforts in making this day a success. Also busy this summer are; Brothers Scott Patrick and Al Li with both our salt & fresh water fishing. They have planed and helped plan numerous events for this summer and are counting on you, my Brothers, for their success. For you golfers out there, let’s get those golf outings planned. Bro. Richard Arthur is waiting to help you promote your golf outing. If you are a first time planner and you have questions, please give this Brother a call for his assistance. One of the new things we are trying this year is for the Districts across the state to have their own horseshoe tournaments and send your champions to a statewide playoff. It will be held on the first Sunday in October at the Ninth Manhattan District Park in Tappan, N.Y., so get out there and choose your best throwers for the state championship. Contact Bro. Richard Witthohn with your entries for the tournament at 631-669-7749 or email at [email protected]. For those of you that have parades coming up please contact Bro. Gary Solberg at 718-833-4169 so that he can help promote your parade. We as a committee are also planning on giving out awards for the different State Champions and Record Holders. Sincerely & Fraternally, R∴W∴Roy Puckhaber, Masonic Family Fellowship Chairman

Bowling Chairman; GERALD R. DIEVENDORF (Judy)

Family Day at West Point Chairman; RONALD STOVELAND (Patricia)

19 Rose Court, Delmar, NY 12054 (R) (518) 439-6684 (E) [email protected]

3 Austin Court, Monroe, NY 10950-2301 (R) (845) 783-1405 (E) [email protected]

Fresh Water Fishing Chairman; SCOTT G. PATRICK

Salt Water Fishing Chairman; Al Li

2134 Turnpike Road, Hornell, NY 14843 (R) (607) 324-5862 (B) (607) 324-4300 (E) [email protected]

4 Norton Street Freeport, NY 11520-6500 (R) 516-867-8299 (E) [email protected]

Masonic Parades Chairman; GARY R. SOLBERG (Janice)

Golf Chairman; RICHARD J. ARTHUR

1229 78th St, Brooklyn, NY 11228-2717 (R) (718) 833-4169 (E) [email protected]

220 Snyder Avenue Syracuse, NY 13206 (R) 315-463-1565 (E) Page 27

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Horseshoes Chairman; RICHARD WITTHOHN (Barbara) 46 Pine Street Babylon, NY 11702 (R) 631-669-7749 (E) [email protected]

Fellowship Committee – Horseshoes

Bro. Richard Wittholm [email protected]

Our Fellowship and Family Committee, reported in the spring issue this year that we are trying to organize a horseshoe pitching tournament. Horseshoe pitching is a summer sport enjoyed at picnics, barbeques, and fairs, and not just relegated to a country or farm activity. Participation is enjoyed by men, women, and children, and does not entail expensive equipment, clothing, or fees to play. The rules, equipment, and court dimensions can be accessed on the internet at www.mastersgames.com or by E-mailing me Richard Witthohn at [email protected]. The first State championship will take place at the annual Traubenfest sponsored by the Ninth Manhattan Masonic District at Tappan, NY on October 5th 2008. Each participating team will consist of at least one or two Masons, or one Mason and an immediate family member. Any Brother organizing the Horseshoes in their respective Districts, indicating their participants in the State Playoffs, must fill out the form below, and send it to me no later than September 15 We will accept only one team per Masonic District. We hope this will encourage the individual lodges to hold playoffs during the summer season, and all your champions meet at the Traubenfest for the State Championship. ***************************************************************************************** District_______________________ District Deputy Grand Master____________________________________ Brothers Name_____________________________________________________________________________ Lodge Number___________________ Lodge____________________________________________________ Street Address______________________________________________________________________________ City______________________________________________ State_____________ Zip___________________ Phone_________________________________ E-Mail_____________________________________________

Partner or Brother___________________________________________________________________________ Lodge Number (if applicable) ________ Lodge (if applicable)_______________________________________ Street Address______________________________________________________________________________ City______________________________________________ State_____________ Zip___________________ Phone_________________________________ E-Mail_____________________________________________

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Fellowship Committee – Salt Water Fishing Salt Water Fishing Derby- 2008

Bro. AlbertA. Li [email protected]

Are you an avid fisherman? Send us photos of yourself with your biggest catch! Include the size, weight and bait used to catch same.

Salt Water Contest Rules 1- There will be two divisions in the contest. Division 1- For members in good standing in a New York State Masonic Lodge Division 2- Family Members; Wife, child, grandchild or parent of member. 2- Salt Water Classes; Fluke, Flounder, Bluefish, Striped Bass (from surf), Sea Bass, and Black Fish. 3- You may enter as many fish in as many classes as you desire but you cannot win more than one first place award in the classes covered by Rule 2 based on fish weight. 4- Contest is limited to New York State and its border waters. In the Salt Water division, boats must operate from a New York Port and return within 36 hours. 5- Fish must be legally caught and entered within 15 days of being caught. If on vacation they must be entered within 7 days of returning from vacation. 6- Fish must be entered on an official entry form below. All questions must be answered. Weight determines the winner. In a case of a tie, the earliest date of entry breaks the tie. 7- One point will be awarded per pound of fish caught between April 1st and November 30th. 8- One first place award will be made for the contest.

MASONIC SALT WATER FISHING BLANK Family Entry [

]

Individual Masonic Entry [

]

Anglers Name: ___________________________________________ Phone No.: ________________________ Address: __________________________________________________________________________________ Division:

Salt Water: Boat [

]

Salt Water: Surf [

]

Fish Class: _______________ Length: _______________ Girth: _______________ Weight: _______________ Where Caught:_______________________________________________________ Date: _________________ Anglers Signature: __________________________________________________________________________ Witnessed by: ______________________________________________________________________________ Remit to:

Al Li 4 Norton Street Freeport, NY 11520-6500

Phone: 516-867-8299 E-mail: [email protected]

Bro. Gary Solberg [email protected]

Fellowship Committee - Parades Parade

Date

Location

Contact Person

Steuben Day Parade Columbus Day Parade Veterans Day Parade

9-20-08

N.Y.C.

Larry Wund

Masonic Position D.D.G.M.

10-13-08

N.Y.C.

Biagio Valenti

G.S.B.

11-11-08

N.Y.C.

Robert L. Parry

Bro.

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Phone

E-Mail

845-225-4132

[email protected] [email protected]

718-781-1426

[email protected]

August 2008

Fellowship Committee – FreshWater Fishing

Bro. Scott G. Patrick [email protected]

Fresh Water Fishing Derby- 2008 Fresh Water Contest Rules 1- There will be two divisions in the contest. Division 1- For members in good standing in a New York State Masonic Lodge. Division 2- Family Members; Wife, child, grandchild or parent of member. 2- Fresh Water Classes; Small Mouth Bass, Walleye, Brook Trout, White Perch, Brown Trout, Lake Trout, Pickerel, Large Mouth Bass, Northern Pike, Rainbow Trout, Muskellunge, Yellow Perch, Atlantic Salmon (landlocked), 3-You may enter as many fish in as many classes as you desire but you cannot win more than one first place award in the classes covered by rule 2 based on fish length. 4-Certain classes of fish caught in Lake Ontario or Lake Erie (see Rule 9A & 9B) are not eligible. Enter in special contest (Par. 9). 5- Contest is limited to New York State and its border waters. 6- Fish must be legally caught and entered within 15 days of being caught. If on vacation they must be entered within 7 days of returning from vacation. 7- Fish must be entered on an official entry form below. All questions must be answered. Length determines the winner. In a case of a tie, then the weights will break the tie. If still tied, the earliest date of entry breaks the tie. The decision of the judges is final. 8-Lake Erie and Lake Ontario Special Contest. 7a- Includes St. Lawrence River and all Lake Tributaries upstream to the first impassable fish barrier 7b- For Coho, Chinook Salmon, Lake Brown and Steelhead Trout. 7c- One point will be awarded per inch of fish caught between April 1st to midnight November 30th. 7d- One first place award will be made for the contest.

MASONIC FRESH WATER FISHING BLANK Family Entry [

]

Masonic Entry [

]

Anglers Name: _____________________________________________________________________________ Address: __________________________________________________________________________________ Division:

Salt Water: Boat [

]

Salt Water: Surf [

]

Fish Class: _______________ Length: _______________ Girth: _______________ Weight: _______________ Where Caught:_______________________________________________________ Date: _________________

Anglers Signature: __________________________________________________________________________ Witnessed by: ______________________________________________________________________________ Remit to:

Scott G. Patrick 2134 Turnpike Road Hornell, NY 14843

Phone: 607-324-5862 E-mail: [email protected]

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Bro. Gerald R. Dievendorf

Fellowship Committee – Bowling NEW YORK STATE MASONIC BOWLING TOURNAMENT

In the capacity of Team Captain and acting for those whose names appear on this entry, I hereby enter those listed on the other side of this form in the NYS Masonic Bowling Tournament. I also agree to abide by the tournament rules and regulations prescribed. The entrants whose names appear herein, or their authorized substitutes, hereby agree that the tournament, its officers, and agents shall be liable only to the extent of returning entry fees if and when a team shall be prevented from bowling in the tournament by unexpected but necessary changes in schedule, premature termination of the Tournament, or for any reason beyond the control of the tournament organizers. Team Captain: ______________________________________________________________________________ Address:

______________________________________________________________________________

Phone/E-mail: ______________________________________________________________________________

TOURNAMENT RULES 1. The event is open to men of all ages. Minors (under 18 years of age) must submit a signed “Parental Consent’ form. 2. Competition and prize categories will include 4-man teams, doubles, singles and “All Events.” 3. Entries may compete in one or more event, but bowlers must compete in the first 3 to qualify for the ‘All Events’ prize. 4. Fees are $15 per man for the 4-man teams, doubles, singles plus an additional fee of $3 for the “all events” category. 5. Re-entries are allowed in the 2 or 4-man team events providing that at least half of the team members are different. Entrants bowling more than once will have their first scores used for the “All Events” award. 6. This tournament will be conducted in accordance with USBS rules except as specified. 7. Entrants shall use their highest previous year’s sanctioned average based on a minimum of 21 games or their current average based on a minimum of 21 games; if that current average is 10 pins or more higher than the previous year’s average. Bowlers without established averages shall be assigned an average of 150 unless another “reasonable” average can be otherwise confirmed. Team captains are responsible for the correctness and authenticity of averages in the individual team members. 8. Handicap will be calculated by determining 100% of the difference between each entrant’s average and 200 pins. Bowlers averaging above 200; bowl scratch. 9. Bowlers are responsible for the accuracy of submitted averages. If the submitted average results in a bowler receiving an unwarranted handicap advantage then the bowler will be disqualified. If the submitted average is higher than required by Rule No. 7 above, then results will be calculated based on the submitted averages. 10. For each event there will be at least one prize for each 10 entries or major fraction thereof. All of the prize fees portion of the entry fee will be paid out. 11. Bowlers are requested to appear 30 minutes before bowling start times. 12. Lanes will be assigned by lottery.

TOURNAMENT OFFICERS Name______________________________

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Bro. Gerald R. Dievendorf

Fellowship Committee – Bowling 59th Annual New York State Masonic Bowling Association Tournament

Prizes for the following events: 4-Man teams – Doubles – Singles – All Events (Enter one or all) Lake Street Lanes 10 Lake Street New Berlin, NY 13411 Phone (607) 847-8594

USBC Sanctioned

Handicap: 100% to 200% (Scratch over 200%) Prize ratio: at least one prize for each 10 entries. NON-MASONS ARE WELCOME TO BOWL IN THIS TOURNAMENT. Squad dates and times:

Mail full remittance to:

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Roger Chase 61 South Main Street New Berlin, NY 13411 607-488-4029

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Checks payable to: “NYS Masonic Bowling Association”

4-man Team events: September 21, 28, October 5 11 am & 2 pm each day Doubles events: September 20, 27, October 4 11 am & 2 pm each day Single events following Doubles event

$15 per man per team, doubles or singles event $2 per man for All Events (optional)

Office use:

Preferred bowling times for 4-man event:

Money Received: _____________________

Date: __________________________

Check No. ___________________________

Time: ___________________________

Put checks (√) in columns of the events that bowlers will participate in: Name

Lodge No.

Date of Birth

06-07 average

4-man team

Doubles

Singles

All Events

(Important: indicate the team members for doubles)

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Bro. Richard J. Arthur [email protected]

Fellowship Committee – Golf

For the golfers out there, let’s get those golf outings planned. The new chairman, Brother Richard Arthur, has been active in the Masonic Golf Club for many years now and has decided to merge that club with the Fellowship Committee. Here is a Brother with almost 20 years experience in arranging golf outings waiting to help you make your outing a success. Since 1952 the “New York State Masonic Golf Association” has been holding a golf tournament in different cities around the State each year. From the Catskills to the Capital Region and Buffalo to Central NY golfers have enjoyed Masonic Fellowship on the links. Over the years they have tried different formats, and scheduled events at different times of the year to get the best possible turnout The Committee is made up of directors from all over New York State. They meet twice a year to assist one of the directors in scheduling the State Tournament in his area that year. They are lacking Directors in a few areas, Albany, St. Lawrence Region, Buffalo and NYC Area. The NYSMGA Tournament is held in a different area each year and they would like to expand into areas that they haven't been in a few years. The Spring meeting is in Syracuse because it is centrally located. The second is held at the tournament site after play. The MYSMGA welcomes anyone interested in becoming a member; especially from the areas that lack directors. They are looking for new Directors from the Thousand Island Region, The Capital District, Utica-Oneonta Region, Catskills and NY City area. They would like to have representation from all over the state and expand into new areas where they can schedule tournaments each year. They meet twice a year, in the spring in Syracuse and the fall at the course that they will be playing at the following year. Anyone interested in joining the group can contact Bro. Richard Arthur at 315-463-1565 and he will send you an application. The NYSMGA have a two-day weekend planned. Friday for a Directors’ Scramble with fun twists during the round and Saturday for the tournament with Callaway scoring. Non-Masons are allowed to play as well; they are requesting that there be at least one mason per foursome. Women are welcome and compete only against other women but can play with the men in a foursome. This year, the Tournament will be at Woodgate Pines (not too far from Boonville, NY) on July 25th & 26th. The cost is $65.00 per person, which includes golf, cart, prizes and dinner after the tournament on Saturday. If you are interested in playing in the Scramble or Tournament you can go to the Grand Lodge web site under the Fellowship and Family Involvement Committee and down load the forms. Brother Richard Arthur is waiting to help you promote your golf outing. If you are a first time planner, here is a small guide in planning your outing. If you have more questions, please give this Brother a call for their assistance. 1 - The most people you should have in a golf outing is 144, which will consist of 2 groups of 4 on each of the 18 holes with a shotgun start. Every hole would have an A group and a B group. When the outing starts everyone goes to their assigned hole # and starts at the same time. The A group would go first and once they are done the B group would go. Every golf course varies on how many people they require in order to shut down the course just for you. If you do not have enough to get the entire course you can just book a section of tee times depending on how many players you have. You should always put 4 people in a group with 2 people per golf cart. 2 - Usually the golf course that you are going to will set up a location near the course and have breakfast in the morning and lunch after the round with beverages if you would like and you have enough people. They will tell you what the fee would be. At most outings shirts or hats are given to each player with this cost being included in the amount charged to each person to play in the outing. Usually a sleeve of balls or other small giveaways are included. A ticket is also given for a drink and a hot dog or hamburger during the round. 3 - You will also need to decide what type of prizes to announce at the end. Normally there is one for Best score, longest drive on a designated hole, and you would pick 2 par 3 holes and give a prize for the closest to the pin on each hole. An idea that works well is to get some donated golf items for prizes or buy some gifts and do a raffle after each round. 4 - The round of golf should not take more than 5-6 hours depending on how many people you have. If you are taking over the course make sure you find out how much time the course gives you. If you take too long they may charge you extra which can become very costly.

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Fellowship Committee – West Point

Bro. Ronald Stoveland [email protected]

Grand Master's Day at West Point Saturday, October 11, 2008

Tentative Events Scheduled Masons’ parking at South Dock Parking Area $10.00 per car in advance – designated by PAID LOT PASS ONLY 9:00 AM: Masonic Memorial Service at Hudson River location 10:00 AM or 3 hours before game : Parade of Cadets on the Plain LUNCH The Grand Lodge will provide a tent, table and chairs for the Brethren, Ladies & Family to use. In addition there will be a $11.00 per person for Coffee & Donuts in AM, Bar B-Q of hamburgers, hot dogs, potato salad, iced tea before the game and/or after the game. Football Game: Army vs Eastern Michigan University – at Michie Stadium ($31.00 per ticket) Shuttle Bus Service Available To and From Masonic Parking Area at South Dock and the Various Sites above at NO Charge. ********************************************************************************************************************

Coupon GRAND MASTERS DAY AT WEST POINT TICKET ORDER FORM SEND TO: Ronald “Hank” Stoveland 3 Austin Court , Monroe , NY 10950-2301, e-mail: [email protected] Name: ________________________________________________________________________ Address: ______________________________________________________________________ Telephone: ___________________________ Lodge and District: _________________________ Enclosed is my check made payable to: MASONIC SPECIAL EVENTS in the amount of $________ .00 for ________ tickets at ($31.00 ea.) for the Army football game on October 11, 2008, and $ ________.00 for meal tickets and $________.00 for South Dock parking pass(es) ($10.00 per car) Please send paid gate pass(es) for ________ vehicle(s), food and game tickets to the above address. Please allow extra time to get into the stadium for security checks, PAYMENT MUST ACCOMPANY ALL TICKET ORDERS WITH CHECKS MADE OUT TO: MASONIC SPECIAL EVENTS ALL ORDERS MUST BE RECEIVED BY SEPTEMBER 26, 2008

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Bro. C. F. William Maurer [email protected]

Fellowship Committee - Tappan

GRAND MASTER’S DAY CELEBRATION IN TAPPAN – OCTOBER 12, 2008 THE AMERICAN WAR OF INDEPENDENCE IS FINALLY OVER. PLANS ARE BEING MADE FOR THE BRITISH TO EVACUATE NEW YORK ON NOVEMBER 25, 1783. DATES AT WEST POINT - AND THE DE WINT HOUSE - ARE ON GENERAL WASHINGTON’S SCHEDULE. BROTHER GEORGE WASHINGTON STAYED AT THE DE WINT HOUSE IN TAPPAN (NOVEMBER 11-14) AND THE NEXT DAY WENT TO WEST POINT FOR A FINAL VISIT. 225 YEARS LATER, YOU CAN VISIT WEST POINT ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11TH FOR COLLEGE FOOTBALL AND THE NEXT DAY, SUNDAY, OCTOBER 12TH, VISIT THE HISTORIC DE WINT HOUSE, HAVE A GREAT MEAL AT THE OLD ’76 HOUSE AND THEN GRAND MASONIC FELLOWSHIP CELEBRATING GRAND MASTER’S DAY AT TAPPAN. ALL ARE INVITED. DUTCH TREAT BUFFET LUNCHEON AT THE OLD ’76 HOUSE AT $25.00 PER GUEST SERVED FROM 11:00 TO 1:00 P.M. CEREMONIES WILL BEGIN AT THE DE WINT HOUSE AT 2:00 P.M. THERE WILL BE AN EASEL DISPLAY EXPLAINING THE PART OF THE DE WINT HOUSE BETWEEN YORKTOWN (OCT. 1781) AND EVACUATION DAY WHEN THE BRITISH FINALLY

HARPER’S MAGAZINE, NOVEMBER 1883.

LEAVE NEW YORK - AND AMERICA . HISTORIC DETAILS ON THIS PERIOD AND MASONIC PARTICIPATION MAY BE FOUND ON THE WEB AT http://www.earlyamerica.com/review/2008_summer_fall/ See article “The Forgotten Holiday” Page 35

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Bro. C. F. William Maurer [email protected]

Fellowship Committee - Tappan Dutch Treat Buffet from 11:00 to 1:00 P.M. At the Historic Old ’76 House Easel Display: Evacuation Day 1783 In front of the De Wint House Program Begins – 2 P.M. Entrance of the “Grand Line” Under the direction of RW Robert Finley Grand Marshal Invocation Rabbi Bro. Eli Mallon, M.Ed., LMSW Presentation of the Colors By the Masonic War Veterans under the command of Commander General of Grand Post RW Eustace Kiryakos and the Heroes of ’76, National Sojourners #13 led by RW Edmund Kolb Jr. Pledge of Allegiance Welcome and Introduction of Guests RW C. F. William Maurer Committee Chairman

Remarks MW Richard P. Thomas President Trustees of the Masonic Hall and Home Special Presentations by the Trustees of the Masonic Hall and Home Introduction of Elected and Appointed Grand Line Officers RW Robert Finley Grand Marshal Introduction of MW Edward G. Gilbert Grand Master of Masons in the State of New York RW Robert E. Morlang Jr. District Deputy Grand Master Orange-Rockland District The Grand Master’s Address MW Edward Gilbert Grand Master of Masons in the State of New York Benediction RW Kenneth Wagner Grand Chaplain

Special Presentations RW Eustace Kiryakos, Commander General of Grand Post Presentation to MW Edward G. Gilbert of his Commander in Chief Cap

Taps RW Raymond P. Alvarez PC General of Grand Post Masonic War Veterans

Light refreshments will be served following the program. Thank you for coming to celebrate with our Grand Master today. Have a safe trip home and please come and visit us often and bring your friends to this lovely and historic site.

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Youth

Bro. Cary Cohn [email protected]

Even though many of our Lodges have gone dark during the summer months, many Lodge’s have continued to serve our communities by honoring good work’s accomplished for the sake of others. We congratulate the following Lodges for going into their communities and showing through action that Masons care! 17 Scouts from 8 different communities in NY and Northern New Jersey were honored for their good work.

Eagle Boy Scout Recognition St. Lawrence No. 111, 2nd St Lawrence District, Canton, N.Y. honored an Eagle Scout from T27, BSA Hiawatha Seaway Boy Scout Council 364, 7/06/08 Sisco No. 259, Essex District, Westport N.Y. will honor two Scouts from T63.BSA Twin Rivers Council 364 Cato No. 141, Cayuga –Tompkins District, Sodus, N.Y. honored one worthy Eagle Scout from T111, BSA Fingerlakes Council 391. 7/17/08 Fraternal No. 155, Clinton District, Plattsburgh, N.Y. will honor two Brothers, each an Eagle from T39, BSA Twin Rivers Council 364 Canandaiqua No. 294, O-S-Y District, honored one Scout from T43 in Canandaiqua N.Y. 7/27 and honored another scout from T29 on 8/4/08 in Rushville, N.Y. BSA Finger-lakes Council 391

Soloman’s No. 196, First Westchester Putnam District, recognized one Eagle Scout from T22, Tuxedo N.Y. on 8/09, BSA West-Chester Putnam Council 388 Scriba No. 414, Oswego District, will honor 5 Eagle Scouts from two different Troops, T724, and T725, BSA Hiawatha Seaway Council 373 on 8/23/08 in Constantia, and Bernhards Bay, N.Y. Stony Point-Wawyanda No. 313, Orange –Rockland District, will honor 3 Eagle Scouts from 3 different Troops, T2146, T124, T126, in Tuxedo, N.Y. and in Northern New Jersey BSA Hudson Valley Council 374 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Wantagh Little League "Big League" team 17-18 year olds, sponsored by 6th Manhattan Masonic District

standing left to right Ed Ciminelli- Coach, Ben Alssid, L.T. Stehl, Chris Rom, Greg Rom Jr., Vince Vagnone, David Tobin, RW Cary Cohn- Manager, T.J.Biegner, Rob Hall front row Ryan Akley, Rob Burkhardt, Anthony Farino, Kevin Ciminelli missing from picture - Greg Rom Sr. {taking picture}- Coach, Matt Virga, Jason Obenshine, Kevin Winter

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Order of DeMolay

Fulton – Montgomery Masonic District Youth Committee Brothers, Sisters, and Friends; This past weekend August 1, 2008 – August 3, 2008 was the New York DeMolay 2008 State Convention. This event was held at Union College in Schenectady, New York. Scheduled for this event was election of State Officers, awards, dinner, dance, and a lot of fun. Attending from St. Andrews Chapter were nine young men, one new member initiated into DeMolay and seven Advisors. A great time was to be had by all whom attended. St. Andrews Chapter was full of Spirit for this event, wearing clown wigs, having attitude checks, and letting everyone know that St. Andrews Chapter was there.

St. Andrews Chapter received the following awards, which are: M∴W∴Carl J. Smith, most improved Chapter Award M∴W∴Calvin G. Bond Membership Award Most Outstanding Communication Award by DeMolay International Also attending this event was M∴W∴Edward Gilbert, Grand Master of Masons of the State of New York. Also present was Past Grand Master M∴W∴Neal Bidnick, and Executive Officer of New York DeMolay Dad David Glassman. The Young Women’s Organizations were also represented (Triangles, Rainbow and Constellation).

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State Master Counselor – Brian Bidnick

The State Officers for 2008 – 2009 are as follows: State Senior Counselor – Michael Hernandez (St. State Master Counselor – Brian Bidnick Andrews Chapter) (Right) State Senior Counselor – Michael Hernandez State Junior Counselor – Benedict Aventurato (Left) (St. Andrews Chapter) State Junior Counselor – Benedict Aventurato State Scribe – William Koller State Marshal – Nicholas Testut Hudson Valley Division Counselor - Joshua Krajewski (St. Andrews Chapter) Metropolitan Division Counselor – John Lucero Niagara Frontier Division Counselor – Nick Kaczmarek Hudson Valley Division Mom – Mom Cathy Krajewski

Brothers in Need Brethren: A Brother Mason and Cardio-Thoracic Surgeon from Germany and his wife wish to stay with a Masonic Family for about two (2) weeks in November 2008 during their visit. The Brother will be going to New York Presbyterian Hospital daily and his wife desires to improve her English. Anyone who is interested in helping this sojourning couple, please contact RW Brother Werner Kniesel, Past Grand Treasurer and Trustee, at (347) 495-3588.

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Masonic Medical Research Laboratory (MMRL)

Bro. Ronald Kamp [email protected]

Since 1960, the Masonic Medical Research Laboratory (MMRL) has recognized the importance to encourage talented young men and women to pursue a career in science or medicine. This year Madalene Boyle (St. Lawrence University), Matthew Constanza (Rochester Institute of Technology), Lisa Murphy (Albany College of Pharmacy), Avanish Reddy (Toscani College), Meghan Shaughnessy (University of Notre Dame) and Michael Talarico (Hobart College) will join a distinguished group of over 400 students who have participated in the MMRL Summer Fellowship Program. The 10 week program permits students direct involvement in research projects under staff guidance in the fields of experimental cardiology, molecular biology and molecular genetics. During their tenure, students gain an appreciation for how scientific problems pertaining to medical disease are approached and examined, and experience the day to day running of a cutting-edge research facility. After completing the program, they will gain knowledge and practical experience in physiological, biochemical, molecular and pharmacological methodologies and be better prepared to make important career decisions. The summer session closed with a scientific symposium presented by the students on Thursday, August 7 followed by an awards luncheon honoring the Summer Fellows and local sponsors at the Laboratory. Funding for this year's program has been provided by Slocum-Dickson Foundation, Dr. Atul Butala, Dr. Ashok and Shilpa Patel, Utica Lodge 47 F. & A.M. and Bredablick Lodge 880, F. & A.M.

10:00 Introduction Dr. Fabiana Scornik Summer Fellowship Program Director 10:15 Comparison of the effects of a sodium channel blocker in atrial and ventricular myocytes Presented by: Lisa Murphy Preceptor: Dr. Andrew Zygmunt Sponsored by: Utica Lodge 47 10:30 Do variations in Angiotensin II Receptor gene (AGTR1) predispose to the development of cardiac arrhythmias? Presented by: Madalene Boyle Preceptor: Gabriel Caceres Sponsored by: Slocum Dickson Foundation 10:45 Do variations in fibroblast growth factor (FGF) genes play a role in Brugada Syndrome? Presented by: Costanza, Matthew Preceptor: Elena Burashnikov Sponsored by Dr. Patel

11:00 Immunological characterization of membrane protein supercomplexes following blue native polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis Presented by: Meghan Shaughnessy Preceptor: Dr. Guillermo Pérez Sponsored by: Dr. Butala 11:15 Early afterdepolarizations and Torsade de Pointes do not develop in canine isolated right and left atrial preparations under long QT conditions Presented by: Avanish Reddy Preceptor: Dr. Sasha Burashnikov Sponsored by: Utica Lodge 47 11:30 Antiarrhythmic effects of losartan and enalapril in pulmonary vein sleeve preparations Presented by: Michael Talarico Preceptor: Dr. Serge Sicouri Sponsored by: Slocum Dickson Foundation 11:45 Presentation of certificates to students and sponsors Dr. Charles Antzelevitch Executive Director and Director of Research

Annual Summer Fellowship Program Picnic followed Presentations

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Masonry in Stamps Bro. Ted H. Jacobsen, secretary of Harry S. Truman Lodge No. 1066 creates Masonic First Day Covers for USPS stamps of Masonic relevance. Below are his latest offerings.

TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALLGAME stamp, released July 16th, honoring Mason Albert Von Tilzer, who wrote the music.

The “Vintage Black Cinema” stamps released on July 16th, as was the “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” stamp. The top cover honors Duke Ellington, Prince Hall Mason Lodge No. 1 in Washington, DC.

The second First Day Cover honors Josephine Baker, Member of Loge Nouvelle Jerusalem, Grande Loge Feminine de France.

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From Whose Bourne… It is with deep sorrow to inform you the passing away of Bro. Arthur Agoshian of Syrio-American Lodge, and who is the Father of Bro.Vicken Agoshian and the Father in-law of RW Razmig Djinbashian. May his soul rest in peace.

We are saddened to report the Secretary of Spartan Lodge No. 956, Bro. James Loros passed away on August 1st. A Masonic Service was held

NYS Trooper Shawn W. Snow, 47, of Hermon, son of D. Edward Snow, DDGM 1st St. Lawrence District, on Sunday August 3, 2008 in Ogdensburg. Please send memorials to the Hermon Cemetery, NY State Trooper Foundation, the Salvation Army or 911 Memorial Fund. The Grand Master, Most Worshipful Edward G. Gilbert and the Officers and Permanent Members of the Grand Lodge of New York extend their heart-felt sympathies and condolences to RW Brother Don Snow, and his wife Inez, for the loss of their dear son, Shawn. Sympathy Cards may be sentto: Don & Inez Snow 127 Church Street Hermon, NY 13652-0236

Dallas Police Detective Paul Bentley died on July 21, 2008 at 87-years. He helped arrest presidential assassin Lee Harvey Oswald at the Texas Theater on November 22, 1963. When asked why Oswald appears to have a cut on his forehead, Bentley allegedly said it came from his Masonic Ring. Refer to the attached article from Newsday, July 25, 2008.

Bro. Roy Akins, Mayor of the City of Glens Falls laid down the working tools of life on Sunday August 10, 2008. Brother Akins was a member of Queensbury Lodge No. 121. He served as Lodge Treasurer, Trustee of the Masonic Hall Association, and Trustee of the Queensbury Masonic Historical Society. A Masonic Funeral Service was held. Those who wish may send a remembrance in his name to the Voices of the Heart, 3043 Route 4, Hudson Falls, NY 12839, High Peaks Hospice, Inc., 667 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804, Warren Washington Counties Special Olympics, 127 Sherman Island Road, Queensbury, NY 12804, Glens Falls Area Youth Center, 90 Montcalm St., Glens Falls, NY 12801, or The Open Door, 24 South St., Glens Falls, NY 12801. His complete obituary can be viewed at http://www.poststar.com/articles/2008/08/11/community/announcements/obits/13812413.txt

Bro. Paul Melone of Athelstane Lodge No. 839, has laid down his working tools on Wednesday August 13, 2008, and is at rest. Paul was so very active in his Community (Tappan, Orangetown, Rockland) as an historian and community activist and was a long time member and Emeritis of the Grand Lodge Committee for the George Washington Masonic Historic Site at Tappan ... the DeWint House. There is an extensive obituary in today's Journal News highlighting his most distinguished career as a historian and community activist. (see below). Paul was a long time member of the Grand Lodge Committee for the George Washington Masonic Historic Site at Tappan and was currently Emeritis. At the request of the family there will be a Masonic Memorial Service conducted at 12 Noon on Saturday, August 23rd at the Old '76 House Restaurant. May his soul rest in eternal peace! We are saddedned to report the passing of W. Robert E. Truax, Past Master of Gasport Lodge No. 787 in 1999, also a Past Patron of Gasport Chapter 153 OES and Dedicated Service Award recipient on August 7, 2008. A Masonic memorial service was held. Condolences may be sent to the family at 5871 Dewhirst Road, Gasport NY 14067-9364

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From Whose Bourne… We have just been informed of the passing of Rev. Walter Collins, Sunday Night August 10, 2008.

Sickness & Distress RW Brother Vincent Savoca, Past DDGM-2nd Manhattan, is resting from the stroke he had on July 28th. Vinny’s wife, Rosanna asked that everyone keep Vinny and her whole family in your prayers. We ask for your prayers for Betty Rogler, mother in law of RW Tim McMullin, Junior Grand Warden. Betty is a 90 years old widow who lives alone. August 5, Betty was in her back yard, and she lost her balance and fell, breaking her hip. Surgery is planned for the afternoon of August 6. Betty is a spry, active 90 year old, with a sunny, optimistic personality, and Elaine and Tim expect a complete recovery, after a lengthy period of rehabilitation. Get well and/or Thinking of you cards may be sent to her home at 3129 King Street, Endwell, NY, 13760. Bro. Fred Francis a member of Pacific Lodge No. 233 , 2nd Manhattan District and a companion of JerusalemAmity No.8,RAM, was notified on August 11th that a transplant kidney had become available for him. Fred has been on dialysis for more than six years. This kidney is a God send for Fred. The surgery was due to take place that night. Please keep him in your prayers.

Please keep all these Brothers and their families in your prayers.

Around The State Greetings my Brothers My goal this year as the Commander of the Grand Post is to insure a flag presentation to as many open Lodge functions and D.D.G.M. Official visits as possible. I am looking for your help and assistance to spread the word out to all the Lodges to seek out all the War Veteran Masons to join their District Post and if a District does not have a Post, the District Deputy should contact me, the Commander of the Grand Post or the Adjutant Gen and we will Charter a new Post for your District. The only requirement is that the Charter members should be a member in good standing with a Lodge in the State of NY and be a War Veteran. I am looking forward to working with you in this very important undertaking. With your help we can have a Post in every district, spreading patriotism, respect for the men and women serving our country and spreading good will to all of our Lodges and Communities across the State. A Post in your District will act as a strong right arm to the District Deputies in all Districts, Presenting our flag will bring honor and dignity to the office of the District Deputy Grand Master in all official visits, Patriotic Celebrations and other Lodge Ceremonies. May God bless our Troops for our freedom, God bless our Fraternity, God bless the Veterans and may God bless Our United States of America. With fraternal regards. Eustace G. Kiriakos Commander General Page 45

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RW Brother Thomas Wilder, Administrative Assistant at the Office of the Grand Secretary, has landed a role in the off-off Broadway play "The Fantasticks". Tom will play the part of Hucklebee, the boy's father, at The Stage Theatre located next to the Long Island Railroad Station, in Merrick, NY. It will run from August 16th through September 14, 2008. A special night will be set aside for Masonic Family Night at the Theatre.

Around The State American Cancer Society's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk Sunday, October 19 On August 13, 2006, my sister Cathy lost her battle against breast cancer. As a living tribute to her I have started a team in her memory with the Breast Cancer group of the American Cancer Society. The mission of this team will be to raise awareness of breast cancer in an effort to assist the ACS in their hopes of discovering a cure for this disease. I am participating in the American Cancer Society's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk on Sunday, October 19 at Jones Beach. Making Strides has no registration fee, which means that more people can participate. They are making great strides in the fight against breast cancer, but I won't quit until there is a cure. Hope Starts Here... With Me! I am inspired by the spirit and love that Cathy had for everyone she knew. I am positive that she is watching over and is pleased that we are getting involved so that others affected by this disease may someday have a cure. There are many ways to help. You may come and join the team at the walk and best of all you may know of someone that I may have forgotten to include in this e-mail and let them know. The more contacts we make, the bigger our circle of hope becomes. Remember, hope is a good thing! If you would like to walk with us on October 19, 2008 please let me know. We will have coffee, bagels, donuts (no Cop jokes!), water and juices prior to the walk. We will also have available tee-shirts that support "CathysCrew". I will let you know where we will be set up prior to that morning. Feel free to contact me at 516-314-8156 or at [email protected] , if you have any questions or comments. I deeply appreciate everyone's concern, assistance, and love. I also completely understand if you are unable to get involved at this time. Your thoughts and prayers are all that I can ask for. With love and warm regards, RW Charles Catapano, District Deputy Grand Master - First Nassau District

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Around The State Second Nassau District Announces School of Instruction The second Nassau District’s School of Instruction will continue to meet on the First Thursday of every month at the Matinecock Masonic Historical Society Building 14 West Main Street Oyster Bay, New York 11771 The next meeting is on Thursday, September 4th 2008 Come out and welcome our new A.G.L. The Very Worshipful Luis D. Morales Work of the evening will be “The Outer Door” Complimentary Dinner 6:30 School starts at 8:00 PM

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Around The State Chancellor Walworth Lodge # 271 Free and Accepted Masons Cordially and Fraternally Ask that you Join us for the

Public Re Presentation of The Right Worshipful Nicholas Panariello Grand Sword Bearer Grand Lodge State of New York October 28th, 2008 At 7:00 PM Collation to Follow Doric Room 8th Floor of the Grand Lodge 71 West 23rd Street New York, NY 10010 R.S.V.P. October 6th, 2008 R:. W:. Edward Weigert (718)-375-6200 [email protected]

Queens District Grand Director of Ceremonies Apron Presentation Public Representation of Commission, Jewel & Apron for RW Jay D. Marksheid, Grand Director of Ceremonies, Queens District, to be held at the Whitestone Masonic Temple on Wednesday, October 29, 2008. Dinner at 6:30 PM, Ceremony to commence at 8 PM. RSVP to Bro.Greg Artinger, JW of Queensboro Lodge 892, [email protected].

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Around The State Service City Geba Lodge No. 1009 Free & Accepted Masons Most Cordially & Fraternally Invites You , Your Masonic Friends & Family to Attend The Public Presentation for

R∴W∴Lawrence J. Hammel, Jr.

Grand Representative of the Grand Lodge of Mato Grosso Do Sul Near the Grand Lodge of The State of New York to be held at ADVANCE MASONIC TEMPLE 21-14 30th Avenue Long Island City, N.Y. 11102 on Wednesday Evening, November 5th 2008 Reception of Delegations at 7:45 P.M. OFFICERS DRESS: FORMAL PAST MASTERS: FORMAL - APRONS & JEWELS

Dinner 6:30 PM By Reservation Only RSVP to Master or Secretary by 10/27 REFRESHMENTS TO FOLLOW

W Louis Leone Master

RW Lawrence J. Hammel, Jr. Secretary

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Lodge Services The sources listed below are available through Lodge Services

Medal for Fifty Years of Service to the Craft 24 Inch Gauge Compleat Master

$15.00 $45.00 $12.50

LDC-8 Course - includes course, pin & certificate Lodge System of Masonic Education LSOME (five part book) Lodge System of Masonic Education LSOME (four part book) The Craft and Its Symbols by Allen E. Roberts Masonic Memorial Service incl. Officiant's Guide Masonic Graveside Service incl. Officiant's Guide Masonic Development Course (MDC)

$25.00 3 for $10.00 or $4.00 each 4 for $10.00 or $3.00 each 3 for $20.00 or $7.50 each $4.00 $2.00 $20.00

Both for $9.00 Both for $5.00

The forms listed below are available from the Youth Committee or through your District Deputy Grand Master.

Daniel Carter Beard Masonic Scouter Award Douglas MacArthur Award for Exemplary Service to Youth Eagle Scout Nomination Form Frank M. Totten Essay Contest 2009 Girl Scout Gold Award Certificate Application Service to Youth Nomination Form

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