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THE WISCONSINMasonic Journal OCTOBER 2018
Topics discussed at the GrandLodge Officer Fall Staff Meeting.
See page 20.
Wisconsin Masonic CalendarOctober 20181 District Two Fall Meeting, Baldwin Legion Hall. Social 5 p.m.,dinner 6 p.m. and program 7 p.m.
2 Sheboygan Lodge No. 11 will host Grand Master Scott E. Pedleyfor a visitation and reception at 6 p.m. All Masons, families and friendsare invited. A roast beef banquet will at a cost of $10 per person. Forreservations contact Junior Warden Roman Draughon at 920-377-0851 or [email protected] or Bro. Rick Gustafson at 920-946-3619 or [email protected] no later than September 26.
4 Reedsburg Lodge No. 79, Shed Lodge. See page 15.
6 Wilmot Lodge No. 241, Annual Pork Chop Dinner, 4 p.m.
6 Tomah Lodge No. 132, Magic Show, 3 p.m., Tomah MasonicCenter. Free passes to children under 14. Contact any Tomah LodgeBrother.
6 Tripoli Shrine, 45th Annual Tartan Ball, 5:30 p.m. Kilts optional,coat and tie is acceptable. The Tripoli Scottish Highlanders havehosted the Tartan Ball since 1973. For information and tickets go tohighlandertartanball.com.
7 Bethel 44 Spooky Friends Day, 2 p.m., Shuster’s Farm, 1326 US12, Deerfield. Cost is $13. Join in the Pumpkin Patch visit. You alsocan purchase a pumpkin to take home if you wish. We leave at 4:15p.m. to get back to the MMC for our open Jobie meeting at 5:30 p.m.All friends and family are welcome!
8-13 Zor Potentate’s Trip “Branson or Bust”, for information contactBro. Larry Hanson at [email protected] or Past Grand Master Joseph B.Harker at [email protected]. Trip is open to friends andfamily.
9 Barneveld Lodge No. 319, Past Master/Awards Night.
10 District Fall Meeting, hosted by Southern Lakes Lodge, dinner at6 p.m., meeting at 7 p.m.
13 Masonic Academy, Manawa Masonic Center.
13 Milton Lodge No. 161 is hosting a Rusty Nail Degree at the Mil-ton Masonic Center at 508 Vernal Ave. Gather for coffee and chat at8:30 a.m., Open Lodge at 9 a.m. This is open for up to 25 Brothersthat are Master Masons in good standing. The first 10 to register re-ceive a free pin, the remainder pay only $4.00. A brunch following thedegree is free, and all are welcome to join in. Call or text Bro. PatGarvin at 608-436-0098 to register or with questions. Please join us fora fun morning!
13 District 10 Fall District Meeting hosted by Fond du Lac LodgeNo. 11. 9 a.m. -1 p.m. Ladies are encouraged to attend, there will be aspecial ladies event. Lunch will be provided to all men and womenfrom 12 p.m. to 1 p. m. (a good will offering will be collected).
13 Valley of LaCrosse Scottish Rite Table Lodge. 6 p.m. social, 7p.m. program and meal, cost $30. Tiled event for Masonic Brothersonly. 5 course meal including prime rib. Reservations are mandatoryby Oct. 6. Contact Bro. Todd Wohlert at 608-385-1923. See page 25 .
13 St.Croix Valley Shrine Club, homecoming parade/oasis, RiverFalls.
13 District 5 Fall Meeting, La Crosse Masonic Center, 8:30 a.m. cof-fee and carbs, meeting at 9 a.m.
14 44th Annual Mound View Shrine Club, Music, dinner and dance,4 p.m. to 7p.m. Buffet Style Meal, $20 per person, Dodgeville MasonicCenter. See page 8.
17 Baraboo Lodge No 34, Table Lodge, 6 p.m.
18 National Sojourners - Milwaukee Chapter #27, Lodge of MilitaryTribute, hosted by Nathan Hale Lodge No. 350, Tripoli Shrine Center. 6p.m., open to everyone.
19 Three Pillars, Halloween Haunted Woods, 6 to 8 p.m. See page7.
19 Unity Lodge No. 367, Masonic Magic Show, 7 p.m., ReutherHigh School in Kenosha. Contact any Lodge Brother for tickets.
20 Lake Country Freemasons Lodge No. 42, Grand Master ScottE. Pedley and the Grand Lodge officers will dedicate of their new Ma-sonic Center, 9 a.m., 2911 N. Dousman Road (old Town of SummitHall) Oconomowoc. For more information contact Gary Pilgrim or TomEwald at [email protected]. See page 3.
20 District 8 Fall Meeting, hosted by Franklin Lodge No. 16, LoneRock, 8 a.m. till noon, light lunch following.
24 West Salem Lodge No. 125, Harry (Red) Hiser Annual Fish Fry.
26-27 Valley of Madison Scottish Rite Fall Reunion,Madison Masonic Center; Friday afternoon and evening, Saturday allday.
27 Zor Shriners and Order of Eastern Star, Monster Mash Hal-loween Costume Party. Best Western Hotel, 1017 E. McCoy Blvd.,Tomah. Tickets $25 per person. Tickets must be purchased by Oct. 10.Contact Bro. Chris Underwood at 608-792-8792. See page 25.
29 Jefferson County Lodge No. 9, special Master Degree, 6:30 p.m.See page 26.
30 District 12 Fall Meeting, hosted by Wisconsin Lodge No. 13.Light Refreshments at 6 p.m. meeting at 7 p.m. Northwest MasonicCenter, 4315 N. 62th St., Wauwatosa.
30 District 7 Fall Meeting, hosted by Doric Lodge No. 356, 85 S.Stoughton Rd. Madison. 6 p.m light refreshments, 7 p.m. meeting.
30 Past Grand Master Charles White's 90th Birthday Party,River Falls American Legion Hall.
November 20183 Masonic Academy, Waupun Masonic Center.
3 McKinley Masonic Center,Traveling Stone Soup charity event, 9a.m.-5 p.m., to benefit Feeding America. Open to all lodges for partici-pation. See https://peppermintjim.com/humanitarian-events/. See page13.
7 Prairie du Chien Lodge No. 8, annual Deer Camp night.Camo/Blaze orange is encouraged but not required. Open to public.Meal @ 6:30 p.m. (bring your favorite fall/deer camp snack/food to eat)Program to start around 7:30 p.m.
10 McKinley Lodge No. 307, Ladies at the Table, 5:30 p.m. $30 perperson includes 5 course meal and the celebration of seven toasts.Contact Bros. Dan Richardson, Jon Schroeder or Chris Goodwin for
Grand Lodge F. & A.M. of WI
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VOLUME LI, NUMBER 9 The Official Publication of the Grand Lodge, Free and Accepted Masons of Wisconsin OCTOBER 2018
The Grand Master’s Message:By Most Worshipful Grand Master of Masons in Wisconsin
Brother Scott E. Pedley
On Our CoverGrand Orator William Beetcher, PGM, gives an update on the up-coming Wisconsin Masonic Academy at the Grand Lodge OfficerStaff Meeting in Oshkosh Sept. 14-16.
Photo by Rich Rygh
THE WISCONSINMasonic Journal
As I have traveled around the state it has been a joy to see all theGood that we are Stirring Up. The gentlemen I have met truly showthat the West gate has been strictly guarded and men of kindness,faith, and respectability fill our ranks. A truejoy.On the weekend of September 14-16, the
Grand Lodge Officers including the DistrictLecturers came together in Oshkosh for ourFall staff meeting. The District Lecturers don’tusually join us but we felt their presence wasimportant. They were able to meet one an-other and were also able to meet with GrandLecturer Larry Ganske who shared teachingmethods and generally a time of team build-ing. Our District Lecturers are an extremely im-
portant part of this Fraternity. They are thetraining and educational arm of our organiza-tion. They are also the guardians of our pre-cious esoteric work, the work which is whatdefinitely sets us apart from any other organ-ization on earth.As many of you are aware a strong component of our upcoming
Masonic Academy sessions is civility. As Masons we are true gentle-men and most always strive to set the example. A true gentleman,for instance, stands when a lady approaches a dinner table and whenshe rises. It is a sign of respect shown to a lady and a sign of respectfor ourselves. At the recent Staff Meeting we put this gentlemanlyact in motion by doing just that, rising for a lady. Who knows, maybewe can be the instrument to lead the world to be more civil and oth-erwise more gentlemanly. A final update is that I requested on behalf of the Masons of Wis-
consin that our WI Masonic Foundation reach out to our brothers inNorth and South Carolina who have been impacted by HurricaneFlorence. Visa gift cards have been sent to the respective GrandLodges of North and South Carolina. You my Brothers have “StirredUp Good” by helping in relief in the amount of $10,000 to those inneed. Each member of this jurisdiction has ownership in these char-itable acts. Acting together to Stir Up Good! I’ll see you in Lodge!
Yours in Justice, Humility and Brotherly Love,Scott PedleyGrand Master
Grand MasterScott E. Pedley
The Wis. Masonic Foundation–A Tree with Many BranchesBro. Gary R. BeierExecutive Director of the Wisconsin Masonic Foundation
Our Wisconsin Masonic Foun-dation was created 93 years agoto provide a powerful tool for Wis-consin’s Freemasons to carry outthe lessons imparted on their jour-ney to becoming Masters of theCraft. It is a fully accredited publiccharity affording maximum taxcredits for qualifying gifts. Put sim-ply, your Wisconsin MasonicFoundation provides an importantbridge between what takes placein our Blue Lodges and the liveswe live every day in our commu-nities. The many works of theFoundation provide a commonpoint of understanding by answer-ing, (through actions speakinglouder than words), that age-oldquestion, “What do you Masonsdo?”The answer is that we, through
the Foundation, respond appro-priately and effectively to theneeds of deserving people – stu-dents of higher education, healthyenvironments for young children,nationally recognized resident carefor the elderly, hi-tech equipmentfor first responders and muchmore.In my 20+ years as an employee
and board member of the Wiscon-sin Masonic Foundation I havehad the privilege to witness thegood works that all of you haveaccomplished through our manyfunds and programs. You havecollectively contributed to thehigher education of more than
10,000 young people, saved 28lives and provided meaningfulsupport to one of the best seniorresident facilities in the nation.All this work is accomplished
through a matrix of designatedfunds resulting from the generousgifts of Freemasons throughoutWisconsin. Sometimes accessingthese funds can seem a bit confus-ing. It is simple. The Foundationgrants are made on a matchingbasis, so Lodge-generated re-quests require Lodge-generatedfunds as a starting point. There are three primary match-
ing grant programs conducted bythe Foundation, once your Lodgehas its part of the match in hand.
There is an annual total limit of$3,000 for each requesting Lodgeon any combination of the threematching requests calculated be-tween May 1st and April 30th ofevery year. Perpetual scholarshipsare not considered as matchingfunds because they are alreadysupported by the Foundation’s an-nual fund.The Wisconsin Masonic Foun-
dation gets its main support fromdirect contributions to the annualfund. It is our lifeblood. It providesa major portion of the matchinggrants as well as funding perpetualand matching scholarships. Giftscan be made in several ways ei-
1. Acts of Kindness grantscan be requested to supportany community 501(c)(3) char-ity or a government-basedpublic entity. Typical grantsmade here go to food pantries,police and first responders,schools, libraries or other non-profit programs requiring as-sistance. This includes theLodge Medical Matching grantrequests not a part of the Proj-ect ADAM program.
2. Project ADAM FriendlyDefibrillator grants are madeto schools, so they can beequipped and trained on thislife-saving technology. Thegrant for each of these individ-ual units cannot exceed $800.However, a school/lodge part-nership can receive more thanone if required.
3. High School GraduateMatching Scholarships areoffered once per year, basedthe amount of annual fundsavailable to the board to con-duct this program. If available,they are offered in winter ofeach year with a special an-nouncement to our lodges.
See Foundation on page 6
Brothers remember their obligations during time of need.
Brothers Pull Together afterSevere Flooding Hits StateBy Bro. Matthew H. IvensDistrict 7 Deputy Grand MasterOn the evening of Monday, Au-
gust 20, 2018, western DaneCounty, located in District 7, re-ceived rainfalls of more than 12”in some areas causing widespreadflooding which washed out high-ways, railroads and strandedmany motorists in their vehiclesaround the area. The following day, I received a
call from the Master of Lodi ValleyNo. 99, Greg Flanagan, who wasreporting on a Brother of hislodge who had to be rescued fromhis residence by a boat due to theflooding. Bro. Flanagan was alsoworking with the local municipal-ities to determine what wasneeded and how the lodge couldassist. This news sparked an areadamage assessment directive fromGrand Master Scott E. Pedley, todetermine who all was affected inour area. The District 7 team didtheir best to pull together a list ofBrethren living in the areas ofwest Madison, Middleton, CrossPlains, Black Earth, and Ma-zomanie. After the brethren inquestion were identified, our team
started to reach out. Through twodays of phone calls, emails andword of mouth, we were able toget a pretty good assessment onthe damage and how it affectedour Brothers. Among all theBrethren we contacted, therewere three Brothers who were se-verely affected, displaced, and/orliving without many modern con-veniences such as electricity, hotwater, and heating/cooling. Thisinformation was relayed back tothe Grand Master who orderedsome immediate relief to assistthese affected Brethren throughour Masonic Service and Assis-tance fund. Assistance was di-rected to the local district anddispersed to the identifiedBrethren as quickly as possible inorder to help with incidentals andimmediate needs until a larger as-sessment could be made.This period where Mother Na-
ture ravaged through the area wasa scary time. At some moments,things were occurring so fast itwas hard to fully grasp what washappening. That evening of in-
See Flooding on page 4
Bro. Bill Hahnfeldt Honored by His Brothers,Receives Meritorious Masonic Service Award
By Rich RyghBrothers and their families filled
the dining room of the WilmotMasonic Center on Sept. 25, foran opportunity to honor Bro. BillHahnfeldt during the WilmotLodge Family Dinner. SeveralBrothers from Illinois were also inattendance.Several Grand Lodge Officers
attended the event to pay tributeto a man that has done so muchfor Freemasonry in Wisconsin.Grand Master Scott E. Pedley pre-
sented Bro. Hahnfeldt with a Cer-tificate of Emeritus Proficiencyalong with a medallion.
The Grand Master also pre-sented Bro. Hahnfeldt with theGrand Master’s Meritorious Ma-sonic Service Award. The highestaward that can be bestowed upona Brother by a Grand Master.
Bro. Hahnfeldt has been amentor to many young Masonsand is held in the highest regardamongst his Brothers. He is pro-ficient in the ritual of all three de-
grees having served the GrandLodge as District Lecturer from2013-2016. He is always willingto help with degree work through-out District 11 and beyond. Hewas Master of Burlington LodgeNo. 28 in 2013 and 2018. Bro.Hahnfeldt currently serves as Sec-retary/Treasurer as well asTrustee of Wilmot Lodge. He hasreceived the Masonic ServiceAward and was named “Mason ofthe Year” by his Brothers in2008.
Grand Master Scott E. Pedley presents Bro. Bill Hahnfeldt with the Grand Master’s MeritoriousMasonic Service Award. Standing behind from left: Junior Grand Deacon David R. Ritchie,Deputy Grand Master Robert C. Strader, Senior Grand Warden Kenneth C. Gorgen, District11 Lecturer Michael A. Gorgen and Grand Secretary Michael A. DeWolf, PGM.
Photo by Rich Rygh
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Directory of Grand Lodge Officers & ContactsGrand MasterScott E. Pedley (25)Res. 608-759-2081Cell 608-482-0424
Deputy Grand MasterRobert C. Strader (363)Res. 262-827-1606Cell 414-678-8785
Senior Grand WardenKenneth C. Gorgen (307)Res. 262-691-0859Cell (262) 501-1879
Junior Grand WardenGary L. Stang (351)715-864-6813
Grand TreasurerJeffrey L. Bryden (95)414-491-5664
Grand SecretaryMichael A. DeWolf, PGM (267)
715-574-3151Bus. 262-965-2200 Ext. 807
Grand ChaplainDonald F. Iliff (45)608-399-1517
Grand LecturerLawrence L. Ganske (112)
Senior Grand DeaconPaul T. Tourville (60)414-659-5205
Grand Lodge Office
Grand Lodge F. & A. M. of Wisconsin36275 Sunset Dr. Dousman, WI 53118
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District 6Jason E. Laramee (128)
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District 8Joseph E. Thompson (6}
District 9James R. Gajdosik (161)
District 10Charles L. Smith920-540-4756
District 11Dennis J. Krahn (145)
District 12Todd W. Krohn (291)414-303-5320
Junior Grand DeaconDavid R. Ritchie (64)608-776-2698
Senior Grand StewardThomas W. Stevens (112)
Junior Grand StewardJeffrey S. Schoenfeldt (319)
Grand MarshalRobert D. Canfield (180)
Grand OratorWilliam Beetcher (244)
Grand TilerRobert W. Roth (363)262-782-3922
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Grand Masters
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District 2Earl Gunderson (192)
District 3Mark W. Steckel (280)
Thoughts for the JourneyBy Reverend Donald F. Iliff, Grand Chaplain
Grand Chaplain Donald F. Iliff can be reached at [email protected] or 608-399-1517.
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HumilityEugene Peterson in his book, The Message, paraphrases Colos-
sians 3:12-17 with the words, “Dress in the wardrobe God pickedout for you: Compassion, kindness, humility, quiet strength, disci-pline. Be even-tempered . . . quick to forgive anoffense. Instruct and direct one another usinggood common sense. Let every detail in yourlives—words and actions—be done thankingGod.”One of the words on Grand Master Pedley’s
pin is humility. Throughout the Holy Writingsthat is a personal quality that surfaces in manyof the human stories as well as the teachings.Humility is a pre-condition to forgiveness. We
realize we have made a mistake, we’ve sinned,and we humbly ask God to forgive us. There aretimes when we are “riled up” but when we cometo our senses and humility is realized, forgivenessand a change of attitude is possible.Humility enables us to patiently listen to an-
other’s point of view. We may not agree with what we are hearingbut with humility and patience we give the other person the roomhe or she needs to express his or herself. Humility may not be easy,yet, it is an attitude that the Holy Writings support as a worthy life-focus.Being humble is a way to focus upon another person. To honor
them with your attention that they are worthwhile and we care aboutthem. In our lodge meetings, as the business is conducted, attitudesof humility allow the subject matter to be fully explored. In our ritualwork, while perfection is the goal, and we rarely attain that, humilitygently mentors the brother who is attempting to do his best work.In his writing, Peterson uses the reminder to use good common
sense. When that is coupled with compassion, kindness and disci-pline, humility will follow. That is especially needed when we findourselves in a position of authority. When we “clothe ourselves” inthose qualities the outcome of events and decisions takes a morebenevolent twist. When we honor another by listening to their ideasand interact with kindness, humility will be evident. During the CivilWar, one of President Lincoln’s generals was being rude and testytoward Lincoln. When questioned about this, Lincoln’s reply was, “Iwould gladly stand in the rain, holding the reins of his horse if hewould bring us one more victory”.Sometimes humility is not easy. We may have to swallow our pride.
As Freemasons there are certain tenets which guide our living anddirect us in how we are to live. As we wear the Grand Master’s pinand see it worn by others, we are reminded that humility will help todefine us and will remind us of how we are to live among others.
Fraternally,Don IliffGrand Chaplain
Grand ChaplainDonald F. Iliff
Your Grand Lodge is forming a website technology com-mittee and is looking for several brethren to volunteer. The committee will develop an overall plan and strategy
that is in concert with the Grand Lodge Strategic Plan aswell as our membership strategy. The final phase of theplan will be development and implementation of a newsite. Potential volunteers should be professional web devel-
opers. The committee will report to the Grand Secretary.Please email a short bio as well as links to several sites
you currently manage to: [email protected].
Website Technology Committee Volunteers Wanted
Three Pillars Receives “National 2018 Excellence in the Workplace Award”
By Grand Master Scott E. PedleyI’m pleased to announce that
the LeadingAge Awards Commit-tee has selected Three Pillars Sen-ior Living Communities as therecipient of the 2018 Excellencein the Workplace Award. The award will be presented at
the LeadingAge Annual Meetingin Philadelphia, PA later this year. For those who are not familiar,
LeadingAge is a nonprofit organ-ization based out of Washington,DC whose mission is to be thetrusted voice for aging. They have6,000+ members and their part-ners include not-for-profit organi-zations that represent the entirefield of aging services, 38 statepartners, hundreds of businesses,consumer groups, foundationsand research partners. They arealso part of the Global Aging Net-work, which spans 30 countriesacross the globe.
The LeadingAge AnnualAwards honor member organiza-tions and individuals that embodyexcellence in nonprofit aging serv-
ices. Award recipients make out-standing contributions to the sen-ior living industry and representmodels of leadership, quality, andinnovation.This award recognizes Three Pil-
lars’ success in nurturing work-place excellence in numerousareas, including investment intheir staff, workforce developmentpractices, education, retention,and employee satisfaction. Three Pillars faced tough criteria
and stiff competition before beingchosen. The winner had to demonstrate
the following: in policy and prac-tice, that investing in the staff andthe workplace environment is crit-ical to the delivery of quality careand services, innovation in itsworkforce development practices,and that all levels of staff receiveeducation, training and growthopportunities. Furthermore they had to show
that they regularly assess staff sat-isfaction and act promptly on theresults with positive outcomes,while also demonstrating notewor-
thy achievement in staff retention,as evidenced by longevity and pro-fessional growth of employees.I am proud of what Three Pillars
has done to create an exceptionalwork experience for their staff. Bro. Mark Strautman and his
leadership team are committed tothe success of their staff; staff whoare the backbone of creating anamazing resident experience. Be-cause of that commitment theyhave created a strong workplacethat is instrumental in providingtheir residents with high-qualityhousing and services.
We are blessed to have Markand his team leading this organi-zation and it is that strong leader-ship that is critical to theorganization’s success. This award brings great credit to
our Fraternity, Mark, his team,and the staff at Three Pillars. I want to thank them for all they
do to make Three Pillars one ofthe premier senior living commu-nities in the country.
Three Pillars Senior Living Communities campus in Dousman.Photo by TenX
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EXPANDING OUR MASONIC KNOWLEDGEBy Grand Orator William Beetcher
Feedback and questions are always welcome. Contact Grand Orator William Beetcher at
Baileys Chocolate CakeFrom Ronda Pedley
Ingredients: BAILEYS CHOCOLATE CAKE2 cups all purpose flour2 cups sugar3/4 cup natural unsweetened cocoa powder2 tsp baking soda1 tsp salt2 large eggs3/4 cup milk1 cup vegetable oil1 cup Baileys Irish Cream, divided1 tsp vanilla3/4 cup boiling water1 cup sweetened condensed milk3/4 cup semi sweet chocolate
WHIPPED CREAM TOPPING2 cups heavy whipping cream, cold3/4 cup powdered sugar1/4 cup natural unsweetened cocoa powder2 tbsp Baileys Irish Cream, optional1/2 tsp vanilla extract
ADDITIONALMini chocolate chipsChocolate sauce
Instructions1. Prepare a 9×13 inch cake pan by greasing the sides. Preheatoven to 300°F (148°C).
2. Add all dry ingredients to a large bowl and combine.3. Add eggs, milk, vegetable oil, 1/2 cup of Irish cream andvanilla to the dry ingredients and mix well.
4. Slowly pour the water into the batter, mixing well and being careful of splashing.
5. Pour the batter into the cake pan and bake for about 40-45minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with a few crumbs.
6. Remove the cake from the oven and poke holes all over. I use a knife sharpening rod, but you could also use a straw.
7. While the cake is still warm, add the chocolate chips to a medium sized bowl. Set aside.
8. Add the sweetened condensed milk and remaining 1/2 cup ofIrish cream to a microwave safe measuring cup. Heat themilk and cream until they begin to boil, then pour over thechocolate chips.
9. Whisk the chocolate until smooth, then immediately pour overthe cake, spreading it into the holes. Don’t let the mixture sitbefore pouring it over the cake or it’ll start to thicken and notsoak in the holes as well.
10. Set the cake in the fridge to cool and soak.11. When the cake has cooled, add the ingredients for the
speed until stiff peaks form.12. Spread the whipped cream evenly over the cake. Top the
cake with mini chocolate chips and a drizzle of chocolate sauce, if desired. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
“Cable Tow”I thought this month I would write a few lines regarding our Ma-
sonic cable tow. It is one of those items in our Lodge that I thinkmay not be as well understood as perhaps it should be. Certainlywe use the humble cable tow as it prescribed in our Ritual; but thenfor the most part it is put aside and not muchthought is given to it, which is unfortunate be-cause the cable tow has further meanings andrepresentations that should be explored (as domost other symbols of our Craft).It, like so many of the implements of Ma-
sonry, has a history and in some cases usagesthat many of us may not realize. One of themore interesting thoughts I found came fromArthur Edward Waite, who, seeing in the ropea suggestion of the cord that binds the unbornbabe, or the babe newly born, to its mother'sbody, finds in the symbol a representation ofthe gross earthly ties that hold unregeneratedmen to their appetites and passions. Mackey defines a cable tow as "a rope or line
for drawing or leading" and suggests that it may have been derivedfrom the German word "kabeltau" meaning a cable or rope. He goeson further to say that in its first inception, the cable tow seems tohave been used only as a physical means of controlling the candi-date, and such an interpretation is still given in the Entered Appren-tice's Degree; however, in the Second and Third Degrees a moremodern symbolism has been introduced, and the cable tow in thesegrades is supposed to symbolize the covenant by which all Freema-sons are tied, thus reminding us of the passage in Hosea (xi, 4) whichsays, “I drew them with cords of a man, with bands of love.” It trulyis the “tie that binds” all Freemasons together. For us in this inter-pretation, is thus a symbol of the cord of Bond of Love, whichshould unite the whole Fraternity. A question one often hears is “What is the length of my cable
tow?” For each of us, its length is the sacrifice you are willing tomake on behalf of your Brethren. Its “length” is in your heart, it isnot to be measured by miles; nor gauged by distances, but by deed.It should span the earth, touching wherever there is sorrow or dis-tress.An interesting quote that I found from “The Builder, December
1917; Transactions of the Masters' and Past Masters' Lodge, No.130, New Zealand” stated, “You have heard the phrase used occa-sionally in one of our ceremonies–"a two-fold cord is strong, but athree-fold cord is not easily broken." I do not know if a cable tow iscomposed of three principal strands or not, but if so the referencein both instances surely is the three great principles of our Institu-tion– Brotherly Love, Relief, and Truth.” My Brothers, there is one additional point we must remember –
a cable tow has two ends. Just as it binds a Mason to the Fraternity,it most certainly binds the Fraternity to each Mason. There are com-mitments and responsibilities that go each way. Perhaps it has notalways been this way in the past, but there does seem to be a grow-ing awareness concerning this. We are beginning to see the otherside of the obligation – that the Fraternity has, I believe, an equalobligation to its members to guide, instruct and train them for ef-fective service of the Craft and Humanity.“Let it be to us a symbol of that love and affection with which the
Masonic Brotherhood seeks to draw the initiates from the darknessof ignorance to the glorious light and liberty of our Fraternity. Inhumble imitation of the Divine plan, let us endeavor to draw ourBrethren by the tenderest chords of affection, and bind them to usforever more by the sweetest bonds of love.” (Unknown)
Fraternally,Bill Beetcher, PGMGrand Orator
Grand OratorWilliam Beetcher
There have been a number of calls regarding the Assessment thatwas adopted in June 2018 at the Annual Communication. Thereare several points that I want to remind you of.
1. Per the Amendment made to resolution Number 8-2018 the Assessment will only be for two years, and
2. All members including PMP members are subject to the As-sessment, and
3. The Assessment will be due with the Per Capita payment, and4. The Assessment would only be instituted upon the transfer of
ownership of the Madison Masonic Center.My Brothers, as of this date we are very close to completing the
negotiations with the Madison Masonic Center Board, however, itis not completed.
Therefore, for the 2019 Masonic year there will not be an Assess-ment of the membership.
Thank you for your continued service to the Craft and Wiscon-sin Freemasonry.
Grand Secretary Michael A. DeWolf, PGM
Special Assessment to the MembershipResolution No. 8-2018
Lake Country Freemasons Lodge Moves to New Location, Rededication is Oct. 20
Lake Country FreemasonsLodge No. 42 formerly known asOconomowoc-Hartland LodgeNo. 42 is pleased to announce ithas moved to a new location at
2911 Dousman Road inOconomowoc. Over the past 15years, the Oconomowoc Lodgemerged with Hartland and Pewau-kee Lodges forming a stronger
“regional” Lodge covering the en-tire Lake County region of west-ern Waukesha County.
In the past several years theLodge had been meeting at GlennL Humphrey Lodge located atThree Pillars in Dousman. Trusteeand Past Master Tom Ewald said,“The Three Pillars community andGlenn L Humphrey Lodge havebeen gracious to allow us to meetin their community room “rentfree” during the interim periodwhile we looked for a more per-manent new home. We especiallythank Three Pillars CEO MarkStrautman and CFO DaveRademacher as well as the resi-dents of Three Pillars for allowingthis to happen.” The new Lodge facility used to
be the former Village of Summitheadquarters and features a largeroom with maple wood floors andvaulted ceilings for the mainLodge room. There is also a stageand sound system. Additionally,the new Lodge has a business of-fice that includes a walk-insafe/file room, a dedicated Li-brary, and common area kitchenspace. Future plans include anarea in the lower level of the build-ing for storage and other use.Trustee and Past Master Ewaldsaid, “One of the goals in config-uring the new space was to haveflexibility for other special eventsso as a part of the move, theLodge has acquired new sidelinechairs that can be used for Lodgemeetings or around new tables al-lowing seating for up to 100 forbanquets. It was important for ourmembers to preserve our diversepast and we carefully worked torestore our antique furniture to in-clude the Altar, Officer’s chairs,and Master’s Chair. We also re-stored our 70-year old blue Ma-sonic carpeting made of wool inEngland around 1950. This was aproject to remove, store and han-dle it due to age – the carpet isbeing made into three large sec-tions that will make it easier tohandle for various Lodge eventsand configurations. Each piece offurniture including the workingtools, was carefully chosen to rep-resent the three original Lodgesthat have become One.”
On October 20, at 9 a.m.Grand Master Scott Pedley andthe Grand Lodge Officers willrededicate the Lodge at 9 a.m.Guests should plan to arrive by8:30 a.m., coffee and refresh-ments will be served. The addressis 2911 Dousman Road (Just offHwy 67 at I-94 West of PabstFarms) The ceremony is open toeveryone. For more informationcontact Bros. Gary Pilgrim orTom Ewald at [email protected].
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NOTES FROM THE GRAND LECTURERBy Brother Lawrence L. Ganske
Feedback and questions are always welcome. Contact Grand Lecturer Lawrence L. Ganske at
The Whole-Part-Whole Learing ModelTips for teaching ritual work
You may have learned in school that a speech should have an in-troduction, body and conclusion. The same can be said then forteaching ritual work to lodge Brothers. Too often when we areschooling or remediating a Brother, we offerone single correction at a time. Leaving thelodge Brother who we are schooling to wonderhow it all fits into the bigger picture. To demon-strate how this learning model can be used witha new Entered Apprentice candidate, the fol-lowing is a suggested lesson plan after he re-ceives the Wisconsin Program “Light inMasonry” red book.
WholeBegin by outlining the Core Content of the redbook which are the three modules. Module One- “Light in Masonry” and the Officers of theLodge, Module Two - The Study Guide, andModule Three - the In-Lodge Proficiency Exam-ination. Tell the candidate that these three mod-ules can take up to 10 hours to complete. Then have two proficientMaster Masons demonstrate the In-lodge Entered Apprentice pro-ficiency examination in “real-time” to the candidate. The candidateshould follow along in the red book during this “real-time” demon-stration. Repeat as necessary and answer any questions the candi-date may have about the In-lodge examination.
PartIn the Red Book, “Light in Masonry” overview with the candidatethe objectives of the book, have an open and detailed discussion ofModule One. The meaning of the first step, the expectations of anEntered Apprentice, and the right to apply for advancement to ahigher degree after he proves proficient. Next, continue on with adiscussion of the symbolism taught in the degree, the tenets ofFreemasonry and the points of entrance that proves one to be aMason. Module Two is now an opportunity to reinforce what wasincluded in Module One. The questions here should not be viewedas a test to receive a passing grade for advancement, but rather anin-depth review to help the candidate grasp what he had experi-enced in the degree.
The Supplemental Content becomes the modes of recognition,which are Masonry’s means of fraternal recognition and promisesmade. Demonstrate for the candidate in “real time” the modes ofrecognition using a four-count, and slowly describe each movement.Emphasis should be placed on the importance of using sharp rtags, hrz a pds. Practice with the candidate these modes of recognition slowly to-gether in unison. Only the EA first step, d-g and sn are done atthis time. This is repeated as many times as necessary to build arhythm of muscle memory. Then, give and spell with letter and syl-lable the EA wrd. First alone, then aloud in unison with the candi-date. This is repeated as many times as necessary to build a rhythmof verbal memory.
The candidate is now ready to begin learning to read the cipheredquestions and answers in the In-Lodge Proficiency Examination. Asbefore, read with the candidate slowly together in unison. Repeatas many times as necessary to build a rhythm of verbal memory.The ss, gp and wrd should now flow with ease based on what wasdone to prepare the candidate in the modes of recognition.
A final component is now to map out the four parts of the obligationfor the candidate. The Pledge, Tie, Commitment, and Prayer andallow him to decide how he wishes to complete that part of the In-House Examination.
WholeThe candidate is now ready to begin “real-time” final preparationsfor the Entered Apprentice In-Lodge Proficiency Examination.
Basic Summary Rules for the Whole-Part-Whole Learning Model
1. Plan and Proceed Slowly. 2. Break Down Complex Schoolingsinto Smaller Parts. 3. School the Parts Separately—once Broth-ers Understand the Parts, Conduct the Schooling in its Entirety.4. Repeat Until Brothers Understand. 5. School from Brothers’Perspective— Remember Left and Right are Reversed whenSchooling Modes of Recognition, Floor and Rod Work.
Fraternally,Larry GanskeGrand Lecturer
Grand LecturerLawrence L.Ganske
Your lodge has the opportunity to take advantage of the North-ern Masonic Jurisdiction Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite “Not justa man. A Mason” series to promote your lodge and Freemasonryin your community. Promote your lodge through videos, posters,banners, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.
Go to http://www.notjustaman.org.
“Masonic Day of Light” is Returning“Brothers, the world needs
more good Masons and WisconsinMasons are going to deliver!,” asPast Grand Master L. ArbyHumphrey has stated.Grand Master Scott E. Pedley
has authorized the return of the“Masonic Day of Light”. Twoevents are scheduled, one inOshkosh on Jan. 12, 2019 andthe other in Janesville on Feb. 9,2019.
It is time to start recruiting can-didates now. The Candidates who attend the
Masonic Day of Light will receiveall three degrees. Following eachof the degrees, the newly madeBrothers will receive instruction inaccordance with our WisconsinProgram Posting Guide and theywill post in the Entered Appren-tice and Fellow Craft degrees. In
addition, they will receive a foun-dational education in the MasterMason degree. The new Brothers
will be required to return to theirhome lodge to complete the Mas-ter Mason Wisconsin ProgramPosting within 60 days.
A mentor is a vital part ofthe candidate's experience andmust accompany each candidate.Mentors will assist in the degree,attend and participate in the train-ing and posting.The Lodge Secretary must reg-
ister the candidates and mentorsonline. The link is on the GrandLodge website at wisc-freemasonry.org.
District 2 Lecturer Lawrence L. Ganske (right) presents Grand MasterScott E. Pedley’s First Responders Pin to Bro. Mike Bessette (left)and Fred Horne of New Richmond Lodge No. 195.
Submitted by District 2 Lecturer Lawrence L. Ganske
First Responders Pins presented
Make a donation to the
Masonic Medical Research Laboratorythrough the
Wisconsin Masonic Foundation Medical Fund. Contact Erika Miller
262-965-2200, ext. 831.
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tense rain and flooding left manydisorientated, not knowing whereto turn. After a time of reflection,I look back and see the charity andMasonic Brotherhood shiningthrough those dark clouds, offer-ing a hand to grab on to. As weheard back from the Brethren wecalled, we heard many reports ofbrothers already checking onBrothers, sharing stories about thenight, relaying news from othersthey already talked to, and fellowMasons asking if everyone elsewas okay. We weren’t able to an-swer everyone as we were stillgathering information at thattime, but the genuine concern foreach brother in the Fraternity wasclear and evident. Most all residents living in these
areas were affected in some way,shape or form. As noted by theGrand Master, this was not simplya hand out, but a hand up – achance to assist our Brothers inweathering this storm, gettingback on their feet and back to asnormal of a routine as possible.The effects of the flood will last forsome time, but the Brotherly Lovethat was witnessed during thistime will stick with us for decades,if not for life. District 7 was notthe only area affected by storms,as severe flooding affected manyareas in District 5 and 6 as well.Reports at the Grand Lodge staffmeeting were very similar, of Ma-sons looking out for each other,helping and even grabbing achainsaw to go assist others inneed.I would like to take this oppor-
tunity to thank the District 7 AreaAdministrator team of StephenDake, Craig Froelich and EricBrooks for all their help in makingimmediate calls to the Brethrenthat we could identify in the af-fected areas. Their eagerness tohelp and their ability to makethemselves available for the en-deavor is greatly appreciated. Inaddition, I would like to thank theMasters of Middleton Ionic No.180, Joe Fisher; and Hiram No.50, Matt Hughey, who assistedour District Team in collecting in-formation. Finally, I need to giveattention to Bro. Greg Flanagan,who was resolute in his efforts tohelp the Brethren of his lodge andhelp keep us abreast of the situa-tion occurring in Black Earth andMazomanie. His tireless determi-nation was truly reflective of theobligations we all took at the altar.
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Masonic Brotherhood Council to Serve Refreshments at Vet’s Parade
The Masonic BrotherhoodCouncil will again be servingdonuts, coffee and hot chocolateto parade participants at the Vet-erans' Day Parade in Milwaukee,Sat. Nov. 10, beginning at 8:30a.m. in front of Major Goolsby'son 4th St. and Kilbourn.
The Masonic BrotherhoodCouncil is made up of members ofPrince Hall Lodges and GrandLodge of Wisconsin. There are no
officers or formal organizationalstructure of this group. It is strictlya group of Brothers who get to-gether socially and to do publicservice.Any Brother is welcome to join
us. After serving the donuts andcoffee the Brothers will go to thecorner of Prospect and Mason toobserve the parade.If you have an interest in partic-
ipating in the Parade and have a
serviceable uniform of the UnitedStates military from revolutionaryperiod to the present, contactBro. Lowell Scott at 414-961-1133 or [email protected] Chapter #27 Na-
tional Sojourners will be partici-pating in the parade and you canbe part of it. There will be spaceavailable on a float for those whodo not want to walk the parade.
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Dear Brethren, Ladies, and Friends,
There is a definite shift in the weather, signifying the changes fallin Wisconsin brings. The grounds on campus begin to transform—the crispness in the air, the color in the trees, and animals dartingback and forth as they prepare for colder weather.
As a team our focus begins to change as well. Our beloved Hal-loween Haunted Woods is right around the corner. Now in its 26thyear, staff are busy getting ready for the hordes of little ghosts andgoblins preparing to invade our campus. This is one of my favoriteevents. It’s a family-friendly evening that exemplifies the good hap-pening across Three Pillars as residents, staff, and volunteers plan,build, and create their masterpieces for the community.
If you’ve joined us in years past you know how special this inter-generational event is for everyone involved.
If you haven’t attended before, or if it’s been a few years, I en-courage you to invite a friend or family member, 6th grade oryounger to trick-or-treat, and come enjoy the heart-warming in-teraction between our residents, staff, and the community.
Please note a small change to our start time. This year the eventtakes place on Friday, October 19th from 6 to 8 p.m.
You do not need to register and there is no cost for admission.We do ask for a monetary or non-perishable food donation forour local food pantries. Our goal is to collect enough money orfood items to feed 100 families in need this year.
View our Facebook event for all the Q&As and please share itwith others: bit.ly/3PHHW2018.
Halloween Haunted Woods is a perfect example of our communitypartnership and I hope you’ll join us.
If you have any questions, feel free to email our team [email protected].
I look forward to seeing you.
Fraternally,
Mark StrautmanChief Executive Officer
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Memorials and Contributions
Gift Report for August 2018
Wisconsin Masonic FoundationGeneral Fund:Eric Steinmetz
Medical Fund:La Fayette Lodge
Acts of Kindness:Collins Lodge-Spring Valley Lodge, Jefferson County Lodge,Landmark Lodge,Mason-Woods Lodge, Winneconne Lodge, Wisconsin Lodge
Wisconsin Masonic HomeGeneral Fund:
Richard Hansen
Wisconsin Masonic Service and AssistanceGeneral Fund:
Richard Haney
Support Your Wisconsin Masonic Charities
The Wisconsin Masonic Foundation is organized under Section 501(c)(3)of the Internal Revenue Code. The Grand Lodge of Wisconsin is organ-ized under Section 501(c)(10) of the Internal Revenue Code. You shouldconsult your tax adviser to determine whether your contribution qualifiesto receive a tax-deduction under the Internal Revenue Code.
Executive Director of the Wisconsin Masonic Foundation
Bro. Gary Beier a Leader inMasonry and his Community
Bro. Gary R. BeierExecutive Director of the Wisconsin
Masonic Foundation
Bro. Gary R. Beier is the part-time Executive Director of theWisconsin Masonic Foundation.
Bro. Beier and his wife of 46years Kathryn live in New Berlin,
Wisconsin. They have three chil-dren; Todd (Jessica), Elyse Shaw(Bob) and Jeff. He attributes muchof his professional and Masonicachievements to the great supporthe has received from every mem-ber of his family over these past30 years.Raised in August 1980 at Cal-
vary Lodge No. 700 in Cincinnati,Ohio Bro. Beier served as LodgeEducation Officer and up throughSenior Warden. In 1986 he joinedExcelsior Lodge No. 175 in Mil-waukee, Wis., where he served asMaster in 1997, 1999 and 2002.He is currently a member of LakeLodge No. 189 where he servedas a Trustee. Bro. Beier, servedthe Grand Lodge of Wisconsin asDevelopment Director of the Wis-consin Masonic Charities from1997 to 2004 and is a currentboard member of the WisconsinMasonic Home and Chairman ofVillage on the Square.Bro. Beier joined the Scottish
Rite, Valley of Milwaukee as amember of the Joseph O. Mithus33° Class in 1986 and served asThrice Potent Master in 1993-94.He was on the steering committeethat established the first Children’s
Learning Center in 1992. He re-ceived the Valley’s MeritoriousService Award in 2005 and wascoroneted as a 33° member ofSupreme Council in 2006.In 1981 Bro. Beier received his
Royal Arch Degree at AcaciaChapter, Cincinnati. He continuedhis York Rite Journey in the spring1998 festival class becoming amember of Kilbourn Council #9and Ivanhoe Commandery #24.He was installed as Thrice Illustri-ous Master of Kilbourn Council in2008-09. He also belongs to St.Wilfred’s Conclave–Red Cross ofConstantine and is a past PuissantSovereign. Bro. Beier is currentlyIntendant General for the Wiscon-sin Division of United Grand Im-perial of RCC. He is also amember of York Rite College #21and it’s Past Governor. In 2015,he was inducted into the York RiteSovereign College of North Amer-ica with conferral of the PurpleCross of Honor. Gary is a pastfrater of the Rosicrucian MSRICFCouncil here in Wisconsin.Professionally Bro. Beier is cur-
rently part-time Executive Directorof the Wisconsin Masonic Foun-dation and Secretary of WisconsinScottish Rite, Valley of Milwaukee.He served as the Development Di-rector of the Foundation of Wis-consin’s Automobile and TruckDealers from 2004 to 2018 Hehas been fund raising professionalfor the past 26 years. Past expe-rience also includes editorial man-agement of the largestmembership magazine in Wiscon-sin with 22 years ofMarketing/Public Relations man-agement in broadcast and cabletelevision.Bro. Beier is quite active in his
community as well. He currentlyserves on the New Berlin Board ofReview, he is a past chair. Pastpresident–Wisconsin MasonicFoundation and served as staffand on the board for 20 years,Past member of the Skills Wiscon-sin – DPI Director’s AdvisoryCouncil and Past President St.Florian's Parish. He also is a PastSecretary–Foundation for Wiscon-sin DECA, Past board member–Planned Giving Council of EasternWisconsin, a member of the Mil-waukee County Block Grant De-velopment Commission 1992-94,Past Secretary–Glenn & GertrudeHumphrey Foundation and aMember of the Milwaukee Broad-casters Club. He is a Past JuniorAchievement Advisor for WTMJ-TV, Kidsworld and a Cub ScoutLeader.
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ther directly or through a pledge.Many Lodges and individuals
have chosen to create their ownsustaining or donor advised,named funds for charitable pur-poses. These support a widerange of programs and projects.Some, like the Masonic Home En-dowment, have been in place forwell over a half-century. They re-quire a specified starting balanceand then make annual distribu-tions to the donor’s selected char-ity after the creating gift has beenheld by the Foundation for the pe-riod of 13 months.Gifts of estate through bequests
have also been a major source ofsupport to the Foundation. There
are several methods used to de-velop these, but like any gift forcharitable purposes, it is always agood idea to consult with your fi-nancial advisor to see what wouldbe most appropriate for your indi-vidual situation.The Wisconsin Masonic Foun-
dation has grown like a mightyoak and spread its branches totouch thousands of lives with oneof our greatest Masonic lessons –charity toward others. The Wis-consin Masonic Foundation standsas a respected institution for, inthe words of our Grand MasterScott Pedley, “Stirring up good,”in our Fraternity and throughoutall our communities.
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Join us for our FREE communitytrick-or-treat event!
This event is all about FUN and NOT about SCARY!No tickets or registration necessary.
Event occurs rain or shine.
26th Annual Halloween
Haunted Woods
Visit our Halloween Haunted Woods Facebook event page:bit.ly/3PHHW2018
Children 6th grade and younger and their families are invited to enjoy a walk through our decorated campus and woods where they
can enjoy different themes. Staff and residents will be dressed in fun costumes ready to hand out candy to the kids!
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Friday, October 19, 20186 - 8 PM
Please bring a non-perishable food donation for our local food pantries.
Event parking is at Dousman Elementary. 341 E. Ottawa Avenue Dousman, WI 53118. A FREE shuttle bus will bring you to and from Three Pillars.
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Lodge of Perfection(history of Scottish Rite continued from lastmonth):
In 1813, Emmanuel de la Motta, the GrandTreasurer of the Charleston Supreme Counciltravelled to New York and ended up sanction-ing them as the second Supreme Council ofAmerica and is now known as the “NorthernMasonic Jurisdiction” consisting of 15 mid-western and northeastern states from Wiscon-sin and Illinois to Maine. The CharlestonSupreme Council ended up becoming the cur-rent “Southern Jurisdiction” and is composedof the other 35 states. All regular SupremeCouncils of the world today descend from theMother Supreme Council of Charleston.
The Scottish Rite Came to Wisconsin in 1863.The first Valley was located in Milwaukee. Itwas 58 years later before the second Valley wasformed in Wisconsin and that was the Valley ofMadison followed soon after by the Valley ofEau Claire.
In January 1921, the Madison Lodge of Per-fection was granted a Dispensation to form,and Received a Charter on October 21, 1921.The Madison Council Princes of Jerusalem andthe Madison Chapter of Rose Croix both weregranted Dispensations on October 19, 1922and Chartered on October 26, 1923. TheMadison Consistory was granted a Dispensa-tion on July 27, 1923 and Chartered October22, 1924.
(to be continued next month)
Monte Steiber, Thrice Potent Master
Princes of JerusalemMasons are charged with ever increasing re-sponsibility as they progress in their Masoniccareer. In the 15th and 16th degrees of theCouncil of Princes of Jerusalem many lessons
are taught but it seems that the charge fromthe Fellowcraft Degree is repeated in these de-grees. “You are not to palliate or aggravate theoffenses of your brethren, but in the decisionof every trespass against our rules, you are tojudge with candor, admonish with friendshipand reprehend with justice.” Palliate means tomake less severe, therefore, we don’t want tooverlook a problem, but we certainly don’t wishto make it worse. Candor means to be openand honest which is how we should approachour judgement. Admonish means to warn orreprimand someone firmly which we would doas a friend. Reprehend means to express yourstrong and official disapproval of someone.Justice is that boundary or standard of rightwhich enables us to render to every man hisjust due without distinction.
When someone does something wrong inLodge, we can’t ignore it, we address it in anopen and honest manner, and we provide guid-ance just as we would provide to our bestfriend. The guidance should be based on whatis right. So, when someone says “Play ball”after the National Anthem in Lodge how do weas Masons address this trespass?
Dave Grinder, Sovereign Prince
Rose CroixThe Rose Croix is a progressive line within theScottish Rite of Freemasonry. In the NorthernMasonic Jurisdiction, the Rose Croix Chapteris responsible for the 17th and the 18th de-grees which have been called the philosophicaldegrees.
These degrees are based in the middle ages—the times of knights and the Templar. Themembers of the Rose Croix line are represen-tatives of the Knights Templar and take greatpride in their degree work. In fact, the chapterof Rose Croix is deeply respected in both
Northern and Southern jurisdictions—it is afantastic experience and one I highly recom-mend to serious students of the Craft.
To join, you must be a member of the ScottishRite and petition any member of Rose Croix.If admitted, the commitment is 6-years as youwill progress each year until you are Most WiseMaster of the Chapter of Rose Croix. You willbe expected to learn your degree parts andperform them from memory and with feeling.We take this commitment very seriously, butnot ourselves. We love to have a good time,and you will never meet a closer group ofbrothers than the present and past members ofRose Croix.
We can only accept one new member per year,so if you are truly interested, please let me oranother brother in the line know.
Stephen Dake, Most Wise Master
ConsistoryGreetings to my fellow Sublime Princes of theRoyal Secret.
By the time you are reading this most of youwill already know that Brother Paul HallingstadVSA passed away in August. Brother Paul wasone of those Brothers that worked tirelessly forFreemasonry. I will miss his smiling face andcalm demeanor at the registration desk andplaying in one of the many golf outings hewould arrange. He will be sorely missed.
The Fall Reunion is October 26th and 27th.By my count there are 36 Valley Officers. Thatsounds like a nice round number to be in atten-dance. If you could convince some more of themembership to accompany you that would beeven better. The Degrees are great as is thefood.
Who knows you may see a degree that you thinkyou would like to be a part of. Just saying.
Congratulations to Brothers Craig Froelich andScott Pedley for being elected to receive the33rd Degree. They will receive it in Milwaukeein 2019.
Ralph L Behlke, Commander in Chief
Children’s Dyslexia CenterOctober is Dyslexia Awareness Month. Pleasehelp us to spread greater awareness about thislearning disability. The work we do makes adifference in so many lives! If you know a childor family that is struggling with dyslexia, pleaserefer them to one our three Children’s DyslexiaCenters in Wisconsin.
As we dig in and plant the seeds for the Schoolyear, I am reminded of how very important thetutoring we offer at Children’s Dyslexia Center– Madison truly is. Research tells us that one infive individuals is dyslexic. This learning disabil-ity affects not just the individuals who have it,but also the family and community they are apart of. Dyslexia can affect development in re-gard to social skills and self-image. It can causedepression, stress, and anxiety in otherwisevery talented and intelligent people. The tutor-ing we offer at the Center goes beyond literacyskills. Our tutors, with the help and support ofour staff, give children the skills they need tosucceed in the classroom which ultimately helpthem to be successful in life. We build confi-dence and strength in each tutoring session sostudents can shrug the weight of depression,anxiety, and stress and ultimately believe inthemselves.
Join us at the Children’s Dyslexia Center-Madi-son’s Forth annual Dyslexia Awareness eventat Madison Central Public Library. The eventwill be held October 10th at 5:30 p.m. Ma-sons, students, parents, and supporters are allwelcome. A light meal will be served.
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Enclosed is my donation for:( ) Worthy Grand Matron’s Project – Ronald McDonald House ( ) Worthy Grand Patron’s Project – Shaken Baby Association ( ) ESTARL Fund (A fund to help those pursuing religious training.)( ) Perpetual Youth Scholarship – World of Youth( ) Heart Fund( ) Cancer Research( ) GGC Service Dog Project( ) Wisconsin Eastern Star Foundation, Inc. (For this charity
please make your check out to the WI OES Foundation and send to the address below.)
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Doric Lodge Provides Home for Madison Tinnitus Support GroupThe Madison Tinnitus Support
Group will make its home at theDoric Masonic Center beginningOct. 24. This group began at apublic library, now the library haslost its lease before its new build-ing is complete and the group washomeless.Doric Lodge No. 356, Madison,
stepped up and offered the newfledgling support group a home.
Tinnitus is the perception ofsound in the absence of an exter-nal or an internal sound source.Tinnitus is a condition of the brainand the ear. There is no cure tothis annoying condition and it isand sometimes detrimental tomental health.The Support Group will seek to
promote education and compas-sion for the tinnitus condition.
They will help seek peace if not si-lence. They hope to provide openand honest sharing and a safe har-bor for discussions. There is nomagic pill to take. There are, how-ever, treatment options for thesymptoms of this condition.
Meetings are held on 4th
Wednesdays at the Doric MasonicCenter, 85 S. Stoughton Rd.,Madison, from 6:30-7:45 p.m.For more informatin contact: DebHolmen, Group Coordinator, at [email protected] or608-241-4751 or cell at 608-219-0277.
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News Events from the Lodges
Columbus Lodge Highway clean-upBrethren of Columbus Lodge No. 75 and their family members get together twice a year to help keepColumbus Green by cleaning up a section of Highway 60. From left: George Jordan, Joey Nemeth, A.J.Nemeth, Mike Nemeth, Dan Strausser, Karen Strausser, Al McDonald, John Van Roo and Steven Maurer.
District 7 News & Events, District 7 Deputy Grand Master Matthew H. Ivens
Bro. Frank Chesen celebrates 98th birthdayThe officers of Geneva Lodge No. 44 recently helped Bro. Frank Chesen celebrate his 98th birthday. Bro.Chesen, a 71 year Mason, presented the second section of the EA Degree that evening to Bro. Ted Stenger,Geneva Lodge’s newest Entered Apprentice. Brothers from left: Master Keith Redell, Senior Warden BrettKrause, Secretary Frank Chesen, Entered Apprentice Ted Stenger and Junior Warden Jason Zasada.
Submitted by Bro. Bob Grohall
Bro. Jeff Woosley is MOYBro. Jeff Woosley, Junior Warden of Unity Lodge No. 367, Racine,was recognized as “Mason of the Year” at the Unity Lodge Awards andAnniversary Night on Sept. 6. From left: Bro. Jeff Woosley; GrandMaster Scott E. Pedley; and District 11 Deputy Grand Master DennisJ. Krahn, Master of Unity Lodge
Bro. Jeff Woosley, Unity Lodge No. 367 Trestleboard
Bro. George Reichert honoredGrand Master Scott E. Pedley and Bro. Carl Hoy, Master of HartfordLodge No. 120, recently honored Bro. George Reichert with a FirstResponder’s Pin for his 33 years of service with the Milwaukee PoliceDepartment. Bro. Reichert was promoted to Detective in 1968 wherehe worked on all major crimes, felonies and missing persons. Later hewas assigned to Robbery Homicide, Internal Affairs and White CollarCrime working with the FBI, Secret Service, ATF and U.S. Postal Serv-ice. Detective Reichert retired in 1989. From left: Master Carl Hoy,Bro. George Reichert and Grand Master Scott E. Pedley.
Submitted by Bro. Allen Brandt, Secretary/Treasurer
The La Crosse Masonic Center118 S. 8th St., La Crosse, has anoon lunch the 1st and 3rd Fridayof every month.Cost is $7 for all you can eat
soup, sandwiches, and desserts.
La Crosse Masonic Center Lunches
Email your submissions to [email protected].
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News Events from the Lodges
Brother from Scotland attends MM Degree in Dodge County LodgeDodge County Lodge No. 72, conferred a Master Mason Degree on Aug. 27, with several Lodges in attendance. One special attendee was Bro.Norman Daniel of Keith Lodge No. 56 Scotland. It was a great honor to have Bro. Daniel participate in the degree by reading the Soliloquy inthe second section. Fellowship was warm and welcoming. Front row from left: Randy Kamrath, Krist Kvalheim, Jacob Cramer, Past GrandMaster James H. Olson, new Master Mason Michael Goodson, Mark Toraason, Norman Daniel, David Travis and Steven Maurer. Back row:Kevin Carnine, R.J. Johnson, Ray Mielke, Bill Lee, Robert Dolan, John Machkovech, Art Rettschlag, Michael Roddy and Lyle Elske.
Submitted by Bro. Steven Maurer
The Wisconsin Masonic Founda-tion Random Acts of Kindness is aprogram offering up to $3000 inmatching foundation funds for lodgesupport of a local charity 501(c)(3)organization or a local unit of gov-ernment (school or other municipalor county entity).Participating lodges identify the
organization of their choice ($ cansupport a specific project or pro-gram or can be given on an unre-stricted basis). Lodge matchingfunds along with the attached appli-cation and any other paperwork aresubmitted to the foundation, whichwill meet approximately every 60days to review and approve re-quests.This program along with the other
matching gift programs of the foun-dation gives lodges many ways toimpact their communities each year.
Because of limits on the totalamount of matching funds available,the foundation is currently only ableto match up to $3000 in total perlodge for each fiscal year (May 1 -April 30).
The foundation board and stafflook forward to receiving your ap-plications. If there are questions oran application is needed please con-tact Erika Miller in the Grand Lodgeoffice 262-965-2200.
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Bro. Gary L. StangJunior Grand WardenGrand Lodge of Wisconsin
Congratulations Bro. Gary on being
elected Junior Grand
Warden!
George B. WheelerLodge No. 351
Eau Claire
Bro. Joseph E. ThompsonDistrict 8 Deputy Grand MasterGrand Lodge of Wisconsin
Congratulations on your
reappointment as District 8 DeputyGrand Master!
From your Brothers ofOlive Branch Lodge No. 6
Benton
Bro. Charles L. SmithDistrict 10 Deputy Grand Master
Grand Lodge of Wisconsin
Congratulations on being appointed
District 10 DeputyGrand Master!
From your Brothers ofWaverly
Lodge No. 51Appleton
Wautoma Lodge Hosts Evening of Fellowship – Raises Money for CharityWautoma Lodge No. 148 held an open meeting on Aug. 21
to welcome spouses and friends into the Lodge for an evening offellowship and to raise money for a donation to the WausharaCounty Backpack Nutrition Program.
Several Lodge Brothers invited non-Masonic friends to intro-duce them to the Fraternity. Over 70 people were in attendancewhich made for a full house. The meal for the evening was a build-your-own potato bar with
sweetcorn and DQ Dilly Bars for dessert.Proceeds from the meal, bag raffles and a 50/50 cash raffle al-
lowed the Lodge to present a check for $900 to the director ofthe Waushara County Backpack Nutrition Program.The evening was also an opportunity to recognize those Broth-
ers who had reached years of membership milestones. Bro.Harvey Reilly was recognized for 60 years of Masonic service;Bro. Jon Wilcox for 50 years of service; and Bro. TomWilliamson was recognized for 40 years.Grand Master Scott E. Pedley along with several Grand Lodge
Officers were in attendance.Submitted by Bro. Keith Wohlfert, Master
Wautoma Lodge No.148 raised $900 in one evening for the Waushara County NutritionBackpack Program. From left: Jan Novak, program coordinator; Bro. Gary Hopkins,Treasurer; Mary LaBlanc, raffle coordinator; Tom Williamson, Secretary; and KeithWohlfert, Master.
Brothers Kevin Klinger (left) andBill Schmitz prepare sweet corn forthe evening meal.
Bro. Harvey Reilly’s wife Delores and son, Past Master KevinReilly, Lodge Counselor, were in attendance for him to cele-brate his 60 year anniversary in service to Freemasonry. Bro.Harvey was raised on April 4, 1958, he served the Lodge asMaster in 2004.
Grand Master Scott E. Pedley recognizesBro. Jon Wilcox for 50 years of MasonicService. Bro. Wilcox was raised in WildRose Lodge No. 274 on May 1, 1968.
Photos by Gena Pontow
Don’t Forget to Register for the Wis. Masonic Academywww.wisc-freemasonry.org
News Events from the LodgesMcKinley Lodge to Host “TravelingStone Soup” Charity Event Nov. 3
La Crosse Masonic Lodge Acts of Kindness Donations
Brothers of La Crosse Masonic Lodge present a check for$2,000 to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater La Crosse.From left: Brothers Steve Kopp and Todd Wohlert; MikeDesmond representing the Boys & Girls Clubs; and Bro.Jacob Schultz Master of the Lodge.
Brothers of La Crosse Masonic Lodge present a check for$2000 to the La Crosse Public Education Foundation.From left: Principal Laura Huber (La Crosse Public Edu-cation Foundation) and Brothers Jacob Schultz, ToddWohlert and Steve Kopp.
La Crosse Masonic Lodge No. 190 made their second and thirdRandom Acts of Kindness donations to the Boys & Girls Clubs ofGreater La Crosse and the La Crosse Public Education Founda-tion. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater La Crosse is a safe place for
youth from all backgrounds to learn and grow, with special con-cern for those from challenging circumstances. The Clubs providethe opportunities and resources for youth to carry out their dreamsand goals. They want to inspire their youth, impact their youth,and also invest in them for years to come. Along with playing andhaving fun with friends, the Club also provides activities in theareas of education and career development, the arts, health andlife skills, and character and leadership development. The Club’s vast array of services helps bridge the gap that has
increasingly widened between available and quality services fortheir youth.The mission of the La Crosse Public Education Foundation is to
enhance learning opportunities for students in the School Districtof La Crosse and to promote community understanding and sup-port for public education. The La Crosse Public Education Foun-dation was founded in 1988 by some very forward-looking LaCrosse residents who were passionate in their support of publiceducation in La Crosse. This particular donation went to the grocery bag program, which
provides more than 150 bags of food each month - free of charge- to needy school families. This gift should cover the entire costfor about two months for the food program!
Submitted by Bro. Todd Wohlert
Phillips Lodge donates to schoolBro. Jesse Tihlarik, Master of Phillips Lodge No. 225, presents a checkin the amount of $150 to Dan Virnig, President of the Loggers UnitedBooster Club. The Loggers United Booster Club is a volunteer-driventeam, dedicated to the support of the student body, organizations, clubs,arts and athletic clubs for the School District of Phillips.
Submitted by Bro. David Dryer
Traveling Galena Box deliveredGrand Master Scott E. Pedley, representing Amicitia Lodge No. 25,presents Bro. Jim Beals, Junior Warden of Melody Lodge No. 2, theTraveling Galena Box as Master Jim Harvey looks on during a recentLodge meeting at Melody Lodge i Platteville. Bro. Beals had the orig-inal idea of creating the Traveling Galena Box and shared his idea withthe “Mining Lodges in District 8”. This has been a fun event promotingfellowship and increasing travel within the District.
District 8 Events, District 8 Deputy Grand Master Joseph E. Thompson
By Bro. Dan RichardsonMaster of McKinley Lodge No. 307In order to increase the positive
impact that Masonry has on thecommunity and as a charity tobenefit the hungry and feedingamerica. McKinley Lodge No.307 is trying to start a new tradi-tion.This charity is based on the story
of the stone soup, where astranger comes to town with a potof water and some stones, andpersuades the whole communityto come together with the vari-ous ingredients to produce a tastysoup. Traveling Stone Soup attempts
to do the same, where not onlyare the stomachs of those that at-tend get filled, but the stomachsand souls of those in need in thearea are filled as well. There willbe enough fresh, hot home-cooked soup to feed over 1,000people.
Traveling Stone Soup is beingbrought to Wisconsin from Michi-gan and Arizona by MichiganBro. Jim Crosby (PeppermintJim), and McKinley's own Bro.Nick Niklosovich (Chef Nick). The goal for the organization is
to feed one million people, and sofar they are a quarter of the waythere. McKinley Lodge hopes thatthis will become a state-wide eventthat can get the support of all Ma-sonic organizations.
There are several things thatMcKinley is seeking, which can beprovided by Masons and the gen-eral public: first, is publicity, forthis event to be successful, weneed to get the word out to thecommunity. Second, is soup in-gredients, we are willing to takewhatever pasta, vegetables andmeat ingredients people are will-ing to provide in order to makesoups. (for example, if someonedonates 20 pounds of chicken,and someone donates 20 poundsof beef, two soups will be made,one of each kind). Third, we arelooking for monetary donations
before the event, it is always ex-pected that some ingredients willneed to be purchased, as well aspropane for cooking. Fourth ispeople to attend the day of theevent, we need guests to sell thesoup on the day of, as well as toprovide non-perishable dona-tions. Please consider offering uphelp in one of these ways. Let's develop this into another
one of those charity events thatMasons can proudly discuss whenasked "What does Freemasonryactually do for the local commu-nity?"The event will be held on Satur-
day, Nov. 3, from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.at the McKinley Masonic Center,4550 N. Pilgrim Road, Brook-field. Suggested donations $5.We will be accepting fresh food
and donations in advance, andcanned food and dry goods dona-tions the day of the event.Contact Bro. Nick Niklosovich
517-376-2217 or Dan Richard-son 414-699-5469, email [email protected] questions or to arrange dona-tions
I hope to see you there #Stir-ringupgood (both literally and fig-uratively).
Bro. Schiller honored for 65 yearsBro. Ed Schiller (center) receives his 65 year certificate from District11 Deputy Grand Master Dennis J. Krahn, Master of Unity Lodge. Onleft is Grand Master Scott E. Pedley. The certificate was presented atthe Unity Lodge No. 367 Awards and Anniversary Night on Sept. 6.Bro. Schiller was raised in Southport Lodge No. 343 on Nov. 30,1954.
Bro. Jeff Woosley, Unity Lodge No. 367 Trestleboard
The Wisconsin Masonic Journal608-444-0074
email: [email protected]
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Pin
As a law enforcement officer,firefighter and EmergencyMedical Technician, I greatlyappreciate firsthand, the lifesafety work of this segment ofour population. If you haveserved in public safety as afirefighter, emergency medicalresponder or as a law enforce-ment officer, thank you foryour service. We have a pin tohonor your contribution toserve others.
Please contact your AA orDDGM for a pin.
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AddressChanging?
Remember to notify your lodgesecretary or the Grand Lodge Officeof your change of address.
Contact Cheryl Martin
262-965-2200 Ext. 800email:
[email protected] Lodge
F. & A. M. of Wisconsin36275 Sunset DriveDousman, WI 53118
Growth will Come with TeamworkBy Bro. Milt Helmer According the Eastern Star’s As-
sociate Grand Patron Ian WattsEastern Star membership has abright future “If we work as ateam”. And, with all the new Ma-sons joining as part of the Ma-sonic Day of Light, “It opens thedoor of opportunity not only forwomen members but also menwho appreciate the ritual of East-ern Star.”Bro. Watts is familiar with the
team concept being schooled inthe Boy Scout movement wherehe earned his Eagle Scout badgeas well as the Vigil Honor in theOrder of the Arrow Lodge.It was this early involvement in
the team concept and his loyaltyand hard work demonstrated innumerous Masonic and Star sta-tions in life that earned him thehonor of being named to theGrand East along with his partnerLaramie Reissner, AssociateGrand Matron with BrendaGaulke’s team.
Associate Grand PatronIan Watts
Bro. Watts became a MasterMason in 1983 in Hartland LodgeNo. 122 where he went on toserve as Master four times. Whenhe married wife Ruthann in 1988he said “We received two sets ofO.E.S petitions in the receivingline at the church.” Both petitionswere signed by his friend, PastGrand Patron Merwyn Snyder. With such encouragement and
support they were initiated intoHartland Chapter #51 later thatyear.When Hartland Lodge consoli-
dated with Oconomowoc LodgeNo. 42 in 2001 Bro. Watts servedas Secretary of the combinedlodges for three years.He says with pride “I served as
Worthy Patron with my wifeRuthann in four chapters: Hart-ford Chapter, Oconomowoc-Hart-land Chapter, WauwatosaChapter and Dousman-Rob Mor-ris Chapter with other WorthyMatrons in these chapters for 19trips to the East.”
Bro. Watts has held a profi-ciency card since 1997 and is notdue for a refresher until 2020.He has served as Grand Marshal
in 2000-2001 in PGM DianeWilliamson and PGP Harrold Car-penter’s Peaceful Journeys year.Ian was also Grand Representativeto Scotland in 2013-2014. Ian said “My wife and I were co-
chair of the Heart Committee in2016-2017.He is still active in Job’s Daugh-
ters and for four to five yearsserved as Associate Guardian.Bro. Watts went on to add, “I
was honored to be selected byWorthy Grand Matron Mary Bar-nett and Worthy Grand Patron J.Paul Trigleth to be Grand Sentineland am enjoying my trip to theGrand East this year.”His hobbys included quilting and
leatherworking. His work historyin textile science and chemistry ac-count for that interest. In fact, heand his wife have made trips tothe National Quilt show in Padu-cah, KY for the past 6 years (tolook, not show.)
Associate Grand Matron Laramie Reissner
Associate Grand Matron Highly Dedicated to Helping OthersBy Bro. Milt Helmer
Associate Grand MatronLaramie Reissner can sum up herEastern Star rise to one ofsupreme involvement. This sharp lady from the north-
country has served the fraternityat many levels. She joined the Starin 1985 and has been Worthy Ma-tron no less than 13 times. Beingskilled in her work she recorded10 times as District Deputy. In hermarch to the Grand East sheserved as Grand Adah in 1991-92and was Chairman of the Hospi-tality Committee for Grand Chap-ter 18 times. She served as Grand
Marshal in 2015-16 and waselected to the Grand North in May2016.Laramine joined Job’s Daugh-
ters in High School in Rice Lakeand started working for a non-profit in Turtle Lake after school.She worked for a company in Bar-ron for 26 years until it closed.She still goes in 2 to 3 times amonth to help out until the busi-ness completely closes.She now works at a community
clinic in Hayward, moving back tocare for her father after hermother was admitted to a memorycare unit.She is a member of Willow River
Chapter, New Richmond andNorthwest Chapter.Laramie believes the Order
needs to become a modern organ-ization that can attract all peopleby stressing the charitable and so-cial aspects that we all enjoy. “Themembers of Eastern Star aresome of the best people that Ihave met” says Laramie, adding
“We need to show what a greatorganization we are and what wecan do for everyone.”
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tered Apprentice degreedates in MORI as soon asthe degree is conferred.When that date is entered
he will begin receiving hisWisconsin Masonic Journal.
Reedsburg to Host Shed LodgeCome and join the Brethren of
Reedsburg Lodge No 79 as theyhost their first Shed Lodge on Oc-tober 4. Socialization will begin at5:30 p.m. with wine, beer, non-alcoholic beverages and hors D’oeuvres. Dinner will be at 6:15p.m. and lodge will open at 7:30p.m. Dress for the evening will beblue jeans and polos.Cost is $10 per person with all
proceeds being donated to theShriners Hospital for Children–
Chicago.Bro. Matt Hughey will speak on
the roll of Masonry during theCivil War.The Reedsburg Masonic Shed is
located at E7198 Mile Road,Reedsburg.RSVP to Bro. Bob Ott by Sept.
23 at 608-415-2536. The eventis limited to 50 reservations.For more information contact
Area Administrator Daniel Brylla,Master, at 940-231-9818.
News Events from the Lodges
District 10 Fall Meeting in Fond du Lac Oct. 13The District 10 Fall District
Meeting will be hosted by Fond duLac Lodge No. 11, from 9 a.m. to1 p.m. on Oct. 13.The meeting is mandatory for
all principle officers, strongly en-couraged for all line officers andopen to every Mason (includingEAs and FCs).
This year we are inviting ourladies to also attend with us. Mylady, Sherilyn will be hosting a“ladies event” during the time themen are in labor and diligentlyworking on furthering the craft.She will be conducting a brief
meeting and then carpooling to alocal Fond du Lac farmer’s marketand craft fair about 2 miles fromwhere we are meeting.
Lunch will be provided to allmen and women from 12 p.m. to1 p.m. A good will offering willbe collected.
More details and a specificagenda will be in the District 10newsletter. It will be sent to everylodge in the district for reading ata stated communication.
– District 10 Deputy Grand MasterCharles L. Smith
Bro. Huber is 50 year MasonBro. LeRoy Huber receives his 50 year certificate from Bro. Pat Garvin,Master of Milton Lodge No 161. Bro. Huber was raised in Milton Lodgeon May 18, 1968. He is a member of 13 lodges and has served as anofficer in most. He has served several years as Master in several Lodgesand has served the Grand Lodge as Area Administrator, District Deputyand District Lecturer.
Submitted by Bro. Pat Garvin
Bro. Kolb honored for 70 yearsBro. Scott Komplin, Master of Barneveld Lodge No. 319, presentsBro. Guenther Kolb, age 99, his 70 year certificate on Aug. 25. Bro.Kolb was raised in What Cheer Lodge No. 689, Norwood, New Yorkon May 18, 1948.
Barneveld Lodge Trestleboard
Bro. GeorgeChristophersonis 50 year Mason
Bro. George Christopherson wasrecently honored by Milton LodgeNo. 161 for 50 years of service.Bro. Christopherson was raised inJanesville-Western Star LodgeNo. 55 on May 27, 1968 andservd the Lodge as Master in1973. He affiliated with MiltonLodge on June 9, 2009. Submitted by Bro. Pat Garvin, Master
Bro. Jim Kruse is 50 year MasonBro. Jim Kruse was honored for 50 years of service to Masonry at theUnity Lodge No. 367 Awards and Anniversary Night on Sept. 6. Bro.Kruse was raised in Southport Lodge No. 343 on May 11, 1968. fromleft: Bro. Jim Kruse, Grand Master Scott E. Pedley and District 11Deputy Grand Master Dennis J. Krahn, Master of Unity Lodge.
Bro. Jeff Woosley, Unity Lodge No. 367 Trestleboard
New Richmond Lodge assists charityThe members of New Richmond Lodge No. 195, along with matchingfunds from the Acts of Kindness program provided by the WisconsinMasonic Foundation, donated $2,400 to Salvation Army-Grace Place.Grace Place is located in New Richmond and they help provide stabilityto low income families and individuals by offering services that addresstheir needs. Master Jeff Kuschel is presenting the check to Angela Moul-ton from Salvation Army-Grace Place.
Submitted by District 2 Deputy Grand Master Earl Gunderson
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Bro. Jeffrey S. SchoenfeldtJunior Grand StewardGrand Lodge of Wisconsin
CongratulationsBro. Jeff on beingappointed JuniorGrand Steward!
BarneveldLodge No. 319
Barneveld
Bro. Kenneth C. GorgenSenior Grand WardenGrand Lodge of Wisconsin
Congratulations Bro. Ken on being
electedSenior Grand
Warden!
McKinleyLodge No. 307
Brookfield
News Events from the Lodges
Make a Donation to Operation Freedom
Credit or debit card:Visit http://bit.ly/GIVEto3PSelect “Operation FreedomFund” from the “Designa-tion” dropdown boxorvisit the Our Community tabat www.lakecountryfreemasonslodge42.org
Operation Freedom, a partnership between Lake CountryFreemasons Lodge No. 42, Three Pillars Senior Living Communi-ties and Stars and Stripes Honor Flight, seeks to accomplish atwofold goal: to ensure every eligible veteran who resides at ThreePillars Senior Living Communities will travel on a flight, and thateach of their travel companion “guardians” will fly at no cost.
Check:Make payable to “WisconsinMasonic Home – OperationFreedom” and mail to:Operation Freedomc/o Three Pillars Senior LivingCommunitiesAttn: Jane Olisar375 State Road 67Dousman, WI 53118
Lodge assists slain officers familyBro. Fred Anewenter of Day-Lite Lodge No. 358, West Allis, presentsMilwaukee Police Chief Alfonso Morales a $500 check for Mrs. MichaelJ. Michalski, the wife of Milwaukee Police Officer Michael J. Michalskiwho was shot and killed in the line of duty on July 25, 2018.
Submitted by George Rest
Quincy Lodge Hosts Annual Writing Contest
Winners inQuincy Lodge’s writing contest. Front row from left: Lillon Church, Luke Board,Keegan Lowrey and Kayla Lowrey. Back row: Cadence Kasten, Maureen Winsor, TimothyBoard, Richie Church, Kayla Sytsma and Master Bob Theim.
Quincy Lodge No. 71, Friend-ship, hosted its 4th annual ShortStory Contest with marvelous re-sults. This contest is open to allkids 18 years of age and under inthe Adams/Friendship area.This year’s winners are as fol-
lows: Ten years and younger, 1stplace Luke Board, 2nd placeKeegan Lowrey and 3rd place Lil-lon Church. Fifteen years andyounger, 1st place Richie Church,
2nd place Cadence Kasten and3rd place Kayla Systma. Eighteenyears and younger, 1st place Mau-reen Winsor, 2nd place TimothyBoard and 3rd place HannahDavid. Each contestant must submit an
original story created and writtenby them. For kids 6 and under, aparent is allowed to write downthe story for the child but thestory, itself, must be of the child’s
creation.Bro. Robert Theim said he has
found that over the years, the writ-ing has dramatically improved inkids who have contributed in pre-vious years. He reviews each storyand offers suggestions on variousways the young author might im-prove their writing as well empha-sizes things he liked. He also givessuggestions on various authorswho might have similar styles, thatthe child can read and emulate. Director Robert Theim said, “It
is such a thrill seeing the youngwriters, as well as their parents, soproud of the accomplishment ofeither writing their first story or ac-tually placing and receiving a cashprize for their efforts. Although it’sa lot of work reviewing and evalu-ating the stories, it is a true laborof love and warms my insidesknowing that the kids of our com-munity are better writers becauseof it.” Submitted by Bro. Robert Theim, Master
Bro. David R. RitchieJunior Grand DeaconGrand Lodge of Wisconsin
Congratulations BrotherDave on being appointedJunior Grand Deacon!
Thank you for all you dofor the Masons of
Wisconsin!
OregonLodge No. 151
Oregon
Bro. Hanson achieves 55 yearsBro. Lyle Christian (right) recently had the pleasure of presenting a 55year Service Award to Bro. Charles G. Hanson. Bro.Hanson who re-sides in Indianapolis was passing through Madison on his way homefrom the La Crosse area. Bro. Hanson was raised to the Sublime De-gree of Master Mason in Hiram Lodge No. 50 on March 27, 1963 andis active in Masonry and the York Rite in the Indianapolis, Indiana area.
Submitted by Bro. Lyle Chirstian, Secretary
Promote YourLodge’s EventsAdvertise your Lodge’s upcom-
ing fundraising events in the Wis-consin Masonic Journal.Contact Diane Igl at 262-965-
3979 or email [email protected]. Send information on your up-
coming lodge functions to be in-cluded in the Masonic Calendar [email protected].
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Bro. James R. Gajdosik Jr.District 9 Deputy Grand Master
Grand Lodge of Wisconsin
CongratulationsBro. Jim on beingreappointmented District 9 DeputyGrand Master!
Milton Lodge No. 161
Milton
Bro. Jeffrey L. BrydenGrand Treasurer
Grand Lodge of Wisconsin
CongratulationsBro. Jeff on your re-election as
Grand Treasurer!
From your Brothers atPrairie ViewLodge No. 95
Ripon
Bro. Scott E. PedleyGrand Master
of Masons in Wisconsin
Congratulations Bro. Scott on being elected
Grand Master!
AmicitiaLodge No. 25
Shullsburg
Bro. Robert D. CanfieldGrand Marshal
Grand Lodge of Wisconsin
Congratulations Bro. Bob on your appointment as Grand Marshal!
Middleton-Ionic Lodge No. 180
Middleton
Congratulations!
FreemasonsLodge No. 363
Milwaukee
Sr. Grand DeaconPaul T. Tourville
Deputy Grand MasterRobert C. Strader
MasonWoods Lodge Provides Raptor Education for StudentsBy Lee Pulaski The Shawano Leader
Children at Bonduel ElementarySchool might have previouslyseen hawks and other birds ofprey from afar, but they got thechance to see the birds close up in May .
Raptor Education Group Inc.visited students in the thirdthrough sixth grades to educatethem about the birds — emphasiz-ing why it’s important to leavethem alone in the wild, and whythey would not make good pets.REGI’s presentation was madepossible by the MasonWoodsLodge No. 368 in Cecil.“We want to teach the kids, and
the best way to do that is to showthem what the birds are and howthey survive,” said Bro. Carl Lov-ing, who coordinated the schoolvisits on the lodge’s behalf. “Ithink the kids learned a lot. Theywere very attentive.”This was the first time the Ma-
sons had invited representativesfrom REGI, based in Antigo, tothe area schools, and Bro. Lovinghopes to expand the visits in thefuture. After Bonduel, REGI alsopresented at Gillett ElementarySchool.“I’ve had these people with the
birds at MasonWoods,” Bro. Lov-ing said. “I’ve been associatedwith REGI for a number of years,back to when I lived near Antigo.I think a lot of their program, andI want to get it out to as many kidsas we can so they can have a bet-ter idea of what’s going on.”REGI’s main mission is to reha-
bilitate birds injured in the wild andrelease them back to their nativehabitats. However, some birds arenot able to return to the wild forvarious reasons, and those birdsremain at REGI for the rest oftheir lives. Some of them becomethe group’s education birds and
are taken to schools and civicgroups to promote better under-standing of the raptors and therole they play in nature.
The first bird students got toview was Ruby, a red-shoulderedhawk. Ruby came to REGI in2013 after falling out of the nestas a fledgling and breaking its
wing. Because it was not broughtto REGI for care until a day later,the bones healed incorrectly, andRuby is unable to fly more than afew yards.
“We want to make sure ourbirds are 100 percent better be-fore we release them into thewild,” said Katie Ibsen, a raptoreducator with REGI. She noted there are 20 bald ea-
gles in REGI’s rehab facility. “Wewant to make sure they can sur-vive on their own.”The Bonduel students were also
introduced to Benji, an Americankestrel, which is a type of falcon;Storm, a barn owl; and Fonzie, agreat horned owl.
Benji was an example of ahuman imprint. Ibsen said he wasbrought to the facility sitting atopan 8-year-old boy’s shoulder. Shesaid that meant Benji had bondedwith the humans and saw them ashis family.
“Benji thinks he’s a person,”Ibsen said. “Because of that, Benjiwould have no idea how to survivein the wild, because he thinks allfood comes from all people likeus. He wouldn’t be able to com-municate with other kestrels.”Ibsen encouraged the students
to remain quiet during the presen-tation, as the birds have keenhearing and could spook fromloud noises. She pointed out thatStorm’s hearing was sensitiveenough to hear the heartbeats ofeveryone in the gymnasium.Barn owls like Storm are disap-
pearing, Ibsen warned. They don’tbuild nests like other birds, so theysettle in the nooks and crannies ofwooden barns. But with many ofthose barns being replaced bymetal and steel barns, their habitatis changing, she said.Barn owls also nest in grassland
areas, she noted, but many grass-lands are being altered due tohousing developments.
Katie Ibsen, a raptor educator with REGI, holds up Ruby, ared-shouldered hawk, during Monday’s presentation at Bon-duel Elementary School. Ruby was one of the more vocal birdsin the group, letting out a high-pitched shriek every so oftenas Ibsen spoke about hawks.
Katie Needles, one of REGI’sraptor educators, holds upBenji, an American kestrel, toshow students at Bonduel El-ementary School on Monday.Benji is a human imprint dueto humans caring for him likea pet, so he can no longersurvive in the wild.
Ibsen pointed out that greathorned owls like Fonzie have tuftsthat allow them to camouflagethemselves.“Now, I know you’re thinking,
‘How can these tiny feathers helpwith camouflage?’” Ibsen said tothe students. “Darker forests withlots of evergreen trees, that’swhere great horned owls wouldlive.”REGI was started in 1990 by
Marge and Don Gibson originallyjust to educate, but it soon becameobvious that education was notenough to help the birds; rehabil-itation had to be a factor, too.There are 25-30 education birds,but REGI has rehabilitated morethan 100 birds so far this year.“It’s really rewarding,” Ibsen said
about visiting schools like BonduelElementary. “I think sometimes
birds of prey get a negative viewbecause they are predators. Peo-ple think they’ll go after their dogor their pets. But birds of preyhave some amazing adaptations,and sharing these adaptations issomething that we enjoy doing.”
Submitted byErin M. Jacyna
Community Property CoordinatorMasonWood
Photos by Lee Pulaski
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Grand TilerRobert W. Roth
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on your appointment asGrand Lecturer
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Sojourners Pay Tribute to Veterans and First RespondersThe National Sojourners - Mil-waukee Chapter #27 hosted aLodge of Military Tribute at theRacine Masonic Center on Sept.20. The event was open to thepublic honoring veterans and firstresponders.The evening began with a
proclamation read by JasonMeekma, president of the RacineCommon Council.Bro. Lowell Scott opened the
Lodge in public form with about40 Brothers, veterans, first re-sponders and ladies in atten-dance.The National Sojourners have
two more Lodges of Military Trib-ute scheduled: Oct. 18 hosted byNathan Hale Lodge No. 350 atthe Tripoli Shrine Center startingwith a dinner at 6 p.m. (contactBro. George Jozwiak at [email protected] for reser-vations) and Nov. 15 at theZablocki VA Medical Center,5000 W. National Ave., Milwau-kee, beginning at 6:30 p.m. These Tributes are open to the
public.Bro. Lowell Scott reads a prayer, on left is Bro. Conrad Zvara,on right is Bro. George Jozwiak. Standing in back is Bro. Don-ald Adams, President of Milwaukee Chapter #27 National So-journers.
Sojourner and Deputy Grand Master RobertC. Strader presents the Grand Master’s FirstResponder’s Pin to Bro. Rick Geiss.
Bro. Lowell Scott and Bro. Conrad Zvara fold theflag. Brothers George Jozwiak and James Good-man Jr. presented the Flag Folding Lecture.
James Goodman Jr. presents the Flag Folding Lecture.
Bro. Shawn Athy plays Taps atthe end of the ceremony.
Bro. Robert Roth presents the“Toast to the Flag”.
Deputy Grand Master Robert C. Strader and Bro. Lowell Scott express their ap-preciation to the Veterans and present the Veteran’s Pins.
Bro. George Jozwiak presents Grand Master Scott E. Pedley’s Pin.
Photos by Rich Rygh
WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - OCTOBER 2018 - PAGE 19
Bro. James Van De Hey Jr.District 4 Deputy Grand MasterGrand Lodge of Wisconsin
Congratulations on your appointment as District 4 DeputyGrand Master!
From your Brothers ofTheodoreRoosevelt
Lodge No. 51Green Bay
Bro. Dennis J. KrahnDistrict 11 Deputy Grand Master
Grand Lodge of Wisconsin
Congratulations on your appointment as District 11 DeputyGrand Master!
From your Brothers at
WashburnLodge No. 145
Bristol
Bro. Donald F. IliffGrand Chaplain
Grand Lodge of Wisconsin
Congratulations onyour re-appointmentas Grand Chaplain!
Thank you for your commitment to
Wisconsin Masons.
OregonLodge No. 151
Oregon
Bro. Jason E. LarameeDistrict 6 Deputy Grand Master
Grand Lodge of Wisconsin
CongratulationsBro. Jason on being
reappointed District 6 DeputyGrand Master!
WisconsinRapids
Lodge No. 128Wisconsin Rapids
Grand SecretaryMichael A. DeWolf, PGM
Grand Lodge of Wisconsin
Thank you Bro.Mike !
For yourcommitment to
Freemasonry
Wauwatosa Lodge No. 267
West Allis
Bro. William Beetcher, PGMGrand Orator
Grand Lodge of Wisconsin
Congratulations onyour appointmentas Grand Orator!
From your Brothers at
LandmarkLodgeNo. 244
Frederic
Unity Lodge Anniversary and Awards NightBy Bro. Jeff Woosley
Unity Lodge held their Anniversary and Awardsbanquet on Sept. 6, 2018. We had a great turn-outfor the evening with over 50 Brothers in attendancerepresenting three different Grand Lodges. In atten-dance were Grand Master Scott E. Pedley and MostWorshipful Grand Master of Prince Hall Masons An-thony McGaughy as well as several representatives ofthe Prince Hall Grand Lodge. Millbury Lodge No. 127of Lake Villa, IL was represented by twelve Brothers.
Masonic Anniversaries were celebrated for: Bro.Ed Schiller (65 years), Bro. Al Frederick (55 years)Bro. Al’s widow, Lady Jourene, accepted in his steadand also herself received the Widow’s pin, Bro. JimKruse (50 years), Bro. Randy Holton (45 years), Bro.Terry Heeter (40 years), Bro. Russ Gename (35 years),and Bro. Boyd Frederick and Bro. Jeff Woosley (both25 years). The pins and certificates for the MasonicAnniversaries were presented by Master Dennis Krahnand Grand Master Scott E. Pedley at Unity Lodge’smonthly Hungry Man Dinner. Three further awardswere made by Master Dennis Krahn during the meet-ing. Bro. Royce Ingraham was presented with a Ma-sonic Service Award and plaque which has been hungover the door to Unity Lodge’s furnace room. Theplaque is in recognition of Bro. Ingraham’s manyhours of work over the years to keep the Brethren ofUnity warm in winter and cool during the summer.Bro. Bob Burgermeister was given a Masonic ServiceAward in recognition of 14 years of service as UnityLodge’s Secretary and Treasurer. Bro. Jeff Woosleywas named Unity Lodge’s Mason of the year for al-ways having Unity’s best interest in mind and for thework he has done as Junior Warden and Editor of theUnity Trestleboard.
After the awards and anniversary dinner UnityLodge opened Lodge and presented a performance ofThomas B. Davis’ play, “Defense of the Ruffians”.The play was performed by Bro. Bob Burgermeisterand Bro. Bob Haggarty. They had all of the Brothersin Lodge entranced with their rendition of the play.After the play both Grand Masters addressed theBrethren. Everyone in attendance felt the strongbonds of Fraternity with so many Brothers coming to-gether from so many walks of life for one evening.
Bro. Royce Ingraham is recognized for all of the work he’sdone in keeping the building running and intact. From left:Grand Master Scott E. Pedley; Bill Shelley; Royce Ingraham;and Master, District 11 Deputy Grand Master Dennis J.Krahn.
Bro. Robert Burgermeister recog-nized for his 14 years serving as theSecretary/Treasurer for Unity Lodge.From left: Grand Master Scott E. Ped-ley; Robert Burgermeister, MasterDennis J. Krahn and Most WorshipfulGrand Master of Prince Hall MasonsAnthony McGaughy.
Brethren from Millburn Lodge No. 127, Lake Villa, IL visited. From left: Kinji Fujita; Liam Mellen;Tony Rice; John Rogers; John Friel; Grand Master Scott E. Pedley; Ethan Adams; Neil Samaniego;Chris Bryant; Most Worshipful Grand Master of Prince Hall Masons Anthony McGaughy; Jay Tre-senriter, Senior Warden; Matt Sosongco; Fil Punzalan and Domingo Aragon.
At left:Grand Master ScottE. Pedley, Master DennisKrahn and Most WorshipfulGrand Master of Prince HallMasons Anthony McGaughylisten to the “Defense of theRuffians” as performed byBros. Bob Haggarty andBob Burgermeister, (left).
Photosby Bro.Jeff
Woosley
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G.L. Staff Meeting Covers Multitude of Topics
By Rich RyghGrand Lodge Officers gathered
at the Best Western Premier Wa-terfront Hotel & Convention Cen-ter, Sept. 14-16, for the Fall StaffMeeting.
The staff meeting opened onFriday at 2 p.m. with a welcomefrom Grand Master Scott E. Ped-ley. Senior Grand Warden Kenneth
C. Gorgen gave a report andoverview of the Strategic PlanningCommittee. Two District Deputy Grand
Master reports were given.The group broke into three
breakout sessions for the rest ofthe afternoon: Grand Lodge Plan-ning Committee, DDGM Meetingand Progressive Line OfficersMeeting.Saturday morning the staff
meeting was called to order by theGrand Master. Grand ChaplainDonald F. Iliff offered a prayer fol-lowed by the Pledge of Allegiance.Bro. Nathan Steifvater, Senior
Warden of Oshkosh Lodge No.27 welcomed the Grand LodgeOfficers to Oshkosh and gave abrief history of Oshkosh Lodge.He said, “When you look aroundOshkosh it is pretty easy to seethe Masons built this city. Thenames of our past Brethren aredisplayed on buildings and streetsigns throughout this town.”
Bro. Steifvater said the Lodgeis continuing to work with the city.They march in every parade, theywork with the schools. They arevisible, charitable and respectful.Their building was built in 1924after several other buildingsburned down. The current build-ing, in the heart of downtown, isfive stories with 40,000 squarefeet.Oshkosh Lodge takes great
pride in their ritual. Last springthey raised a Master Mason at theage of 18, he was still in high
school. He currently has his profi-ciency card for all three degrees.Grand Master Pedley welcomed
the District Lecturers joining themeeting to allow them to meeteach other and create and build ateam atmosphere. The GrandMaster said, “District Lecturers weare extremely proud of you . . . weare grateful that you have steppedup to take on this responsibility.”Junior Grand Deacon David R.
Ritchie gave a presentation onGentlemanly Conductive Initiative.He said, “How can we change theworld. One small thing that showsrespect at a time, that’s all.”
He said on researching whatmakes a gentlemen there werefour things that list: holding thedoor open for a lady, standingwhen a lady comes to the table,pulling her chair out; and offeringa lady your arm.The Junior Grand Deacon said
we are going to take one thingeach year as Grand Lodge Offi-cers and model that behavior fora year. It will soon become habit,at the end of the year we will keepdoing it. If we do it appendantbodies are going to pick it up;lodge officers will soon be doingit. Soon with enough men doingit, it will change the way thingswork.He covered buttoning of your
jacket and how to place your nap-kin.If we practice these things oth-
ers will take notice.The new habits we are going to
get into are going to be: standingfor a lady at the table and pullinga chair out and seating her at thetable. When she rises to leave thetable or comes to the table themen at the table rise.Deputy Grand Master Robert C.
Strader reviewed the new candi-date interview forms which shouldreplace the old forms and will beavailable on the Grand Lodge web
page in Oct. or Nov.Grand Lecturer Lawrence L.
Ganske brought everyone up todate on the upcoming MasonicDay of Light events in Oshkoshon Jan. 12, 2019 and Janesvilleon Feb. 9, 2019. Registrationshould be done by the Secretarieson the Grand Lodge website. The Grand Master said, “The
Masonic College was a great pro-gram, nothing wrong with it. ButI believe the needs of the fraternitygo beyond the good educationand management of a lodge”. He said he thinks the opportu-
nity to grow civility and the growthof “stirring up good” wherever wego will bisect the obligations, thevirtues and the tenets of our order.Because of this he asked ourGrand Orator to take on this proj-ect and he and his team formedthe Wisconsin Masonic Academy.Grand Orator William Beetcher,
PGM gave an update on the up-coming Wisconsin Masonic Acad-emy. He said it is not designed toteach Brothers what to think, buthow to think. See the dates andfour locations for the WisconsinMasonic Academy on page threeof this issue of the Wisconsin Ma-sonic Journal. Registration can bemade on the Grand Lodge web-site.The District Lecturers went into
a breakout session with GrandLecturer Ganske for the remain-der of the day. Items covered werethe duties of the District Lecturer,cipher updates and discussions,upcoming Esoteric Committeeresolutions, the ritualist and profi-ciency card program and otheritems pertaining to the duties ofthe Lecturers. The afternoon con-cluded with “implement” demon-strations and practice presentedby S.K. LeRoy Kifer, Grand Com-mander of the Grand Comman-dery Knights Templar ofWisconsin.The remainder of the morning
for the other officers consisted ofmore District Deputy Grand Mas-ter reports and a report on the
Midwest Conference of GrandMasters in North Dakota by Sen-ior Grand Warden Kenneth C.Gorgen.
In the afternoon the remainderof the District Deputy reportswere given.
Past Grand Master L. ArbyHumphrey gave a report on themembership initiative. He said itis necessary to encourage lodgesto have membership events onthere calendars at all times. Thereare talking points coming out tothe DDGMs. There will be con-stant contact messages comingout, and articles for districtnewsletters. There was a phonecampaign last year contactingBrothers that have not finishedtheir degrees. It was very success-ful. They recovered one memberthat received his EA Degree 11years ago, he came back and fin-ished his degrees and is now anactive Mason. This is going to berepeated.
PGM Humphrey revealed sev-eral suggestions to the DDGMs topromote membership in thelodges in their districts includingbanners and signs.Grand Master Pedley asked the
Officers to build a strong relation-ship with the affiliate and appen-dant organizations. He saidhelping them grow and helpingthem to do a better job will benefitus all. The Grand Master said weare literally changing the worldwith the Scottish Rite DyslexiaCenters.
He said, “We are all in it to-gether. If you are not a ScottishRite Mason maybe you shouldthink about that, if you are not aYork Rite Mason maybe youshould think about that. Keep it inyour hearts and keep it in yourminds Brethren . . . what we cando to step up and help those affil-iate organizations . . . this chang-ing of the world one man at atime, one community at a time,the state, the nation and into theworld, wow, we have a tremen-dous impact on things.”
The group broke into threebreakout sessions for the rest ofthe afternoon: Grand Lodge Plan-ning Committee, DDGM Meetingand Progressive Line OfficersMeeting.Sunday morning Grand Chap-
lain Donald F. Iliff conducted aworship service. The topic of hismessage was humility.Junior Grand Deacon gave an
update on the Planning Commit-tee breakout sessions. The Com-
Grand Master Scott E. Pedley opens the Saturday morningmeeting.
Grand Chaplain Donald F. Iliff conducts the Sunday morning church services. His message was on humility.
Junior Grand Deacon David R. Ritchie speaks on civility and what makes a gentleman.
Deputy Grand Master RobertC. Strader speaks on fullrecognition of the Prince HallMasons.
Bro. Nathan Steifvater, Sen-ior Warden of Oshkosh LodgeNo. 27 welcomed the GrandLodge Officers to Oshkosh.
See Staff Meetingon page 23
Photos by Rich Rygh
WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - OCTOBER 2018 - PAGE 21
16th Annual Hunter’s Night Hosted by Camp Douglas LodgeA ham and prime rib dinner kicked off the 16th annual
Camp Douglas Hunter’s Night at the Community Centerin New Lisbon on Sept. 24.This annual event is open to the public. It is a fundraiser
which helps provide funding for area elementary schoolsand scholarships to two high schools.The meal ticket included a raffle ticket for drawings on
several rifles, shotguns, sporting related items and otherprizes. There were tickets sold during the evening for anopportunity to win a variety of other items.It was a fun evening with good food and fellowship. It
produced many happy winners.
Bro. Chuck Huffman (left) assists Bro. Wayne Morris in picking his choice of rifles afterhis ticket was drawn.
Brothers Wade Parker and Chuck Huffman reveal the contents of the mysterybox which also included an outdoor grill.
Attendees receive their prime rib. The meal wascatered by Ground Round.
Deep Grewal attempts to pick a winning number.Registration and greeting team from left: BarbParker, Elizabeth Rollo, Bro. Norm Parker and CarolCarter.
Cael Pollack’s grandfather Bro. Mike Ebersold purchases tickets for himfrom Bro. Joe Griffin (right).
Brothers Wade Parker and Chuck Huffman draw thewinning tickets.
Photos by Rich Rygh
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Stated Communicationsfor the Mason Traveling in Wisconsin
AntigoAntigo Lodge No. 231
645 7th Ave. • 715-275-3228Meet 2nd Monday, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
AlbanyAlbany Lodge No. 36
205 N. Water St. • 608-778-0802Meet 3rd Wed., 7:00 p.m.
Dark July & August
AppletonWaverly Lodge No. 51
315 S. Bluemound Dr. • 920-738-9220Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
AppletonAppleton Lodge No. 349
241 E. Wisconsin Ave. • 920-725-4896Meet 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
ArgyleArgyle Lodge No. 178
104 E. Milwaukee St. • 608-523-4714 Meet 2nd Thursday, 7:30 p.m.
Meets All Year
BaldwinCollins-Spring Valley Lodge 192790 Main St. • 715-928-0001 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
BarabooBaraboo Lodge No. 34
108 Second Ave. • 608-381-0083Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m.
Dark July and August
BarneveldBarneveld Lodge No. 319
108 S. Jones St. • 608-445-0445 (Sec)Meet 2nd Tuesday, 7:30 p.m.
Meets All Year
BayfieldBayfield Washburn No. 21529 N. 2nd Street • 715-209-6397Meet 1st Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.
Meets All Year
Beaver DamDodge County Lodge No. 721212 DeClark St • 920-885-2628Meet 1st Thurs. 7 p.m. & 3rd Mon.
6 p.m. Meets All Year
BeloitMorning Star Lodge No. 10229 W. Grand Ave. • 608-362-0422Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m.
Meets All Year
BerlinBerlin Lodge No. 38
124 E. Huron St.. • 920-573-1921Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
Black River FallsBlack River Lodge No. 74314 Main Street • 715-284-7176
Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & August
BloomerBloomer Lodge No. 281
1617 Larson St. • 715-828-7940Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7 p.m.
Dark January & February
BristolWashburn Lodge No. 145
8102 - 199th Ave.• 262-865-4552Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.
2nd Thurs. only Jan. & Feb.
BrodheadBicknell Lodge No. 94
301 1st Center Ave. • 608-897-8069Meets 2nd Monday, 7:30 p.m.
Dark July & August
BrookfieldMcKinley Lodge No. 307
4550 N. Pilgrim Rd. • 262-781-9907Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
BrookfieldBrookfield Lodge No. 370
4550 N. Pilgrim Rd. • 414-940-5632Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
BurlingtonBurlington Lodge No. 28
325 N. Kane St. • 262-210-9510Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
CambridgeSocial Lodge No. 245
105 S. Spring St. • 608-423-7081 Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m.www.social245.org • Meets All Year
Camp DouglasCamp Douglas Lodge No. 272211 Main St. • 608-372-5110 or608-387-1412, Meet 1st & 3rd
Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. Meets All Year
CecilMason-Woods Lodge No. 368
N6446 Emery Ansorge Rd.608-642-3692 (Sec) • 3rd Tues., 10 a.m.
Dark January & February
ChetekChetek Lodge No. 277
216 Morrison St.Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7 p.m.
Dark June, July & August
Chippewa Falls Chippewa Falls Lodge No. 176650 Bridgewater Ave. • 715-579-89491st Tues. stated, 3rd Tues., social,
7 p.m., Meets All Year
Clear LakeClear Lake Lodge No. 230
411 Third Ave. • 715-263-25114th Monday, 7:30 p.m.,
Meets All Year
ColumbusColumbus Lodge No. 75
318 N. Ludington St. • 920-248-9685(Sec) • 2nd Mon., 7 p.m., stated, 4thMon., fellowship, Meets All Year
CrandonCrandon Lodge No. 287
118 S. Lake Ave. • 715-616-2394 (Sec) Meet 2nd Tues. Apr.-June & Sept.-Dec. Meets 4th Tues. Mar.-May & July-Oct
CrivitzTri-County Daylite Lodge No. 218918 Louisa St. • 715-854-2199Meet 2nd Wednesday 10:00 a.m.
Meets All Year
DarlingtonEvening Star Lodge No. 64
433 Wells St. • 608-482-3552 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.
Meets All Year
DelavanSouthern Lakes Lodge No. 121007 S. 2nd St., 7 p.m. • 262-581-5378Meet 2nd & 4th Mon. Jan.-May & Aug.-Nov.; 4th Mon. June-July; 2nd Mon. Dec.
Dodgeville Dodgeville Lodge No. 119
200 W. Chapel St. • 608-935-2751 Meet 3rd Thurs., 6 p.m. meal, 7 p.m.
Meeting, Meets All Year
DousmanDousman Lodge No. 315214 N. Main St. • 414-429-5981
Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7 p.m.3rd Tuesday only July & August
DousmanGlenn L. Humphrey Lodge No. 364375 State Rd. 67 • 262-965-7360Meet 2nd Tuesday, 9:30 a.m.
Meets All Year
DurandDurand-Pepin No. 149
203 W. Main St. • 414-429-5981Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7p.m.
Dark July & August
Eagle RiverEagle River Lodge No. 248610 E. Division • 715-891-2156
Meet 2nd Tuesday, 7 p.m.Meets All Year
Eau ClaireEau Claire Lodge No. 112
616 Graham Ave. • 715-835-8254 2nd Tues., possible 4th Tues. 7 p.m.
Dark July & Aug.
Eau ClaireGeorge B. Wheeler Lodge No. 351616 Graham Ave. • 715-495-1620Meet 2nd & 4th Wed., Dinner 6 p.m.,
meet 7 p.m., Dark July & Aug.
Eau ClaireSanctuary Lodge No. 347
616 Graham Ave. • 715-318-1214Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.Dark Maundy Thurs., July & August
EdgertonFulton Lodge No. 69
312 W. Fulton St.• 608-884-4250Meets 1st Wednesday, 7:30 p.m.
Dark July & August
EllsworthHancock Lodge No. 229
400 High Point Dr. • 715-273-4263Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
EvansvilleUnion Lodge No. 32
705 Brown School Rd • 608-921-9907Meet 2nd Tuesdays, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
FlorenceHiram D. Fisher Lodge No. 222
5143 N. Montgomery Lake Rd.. 906-396-7915 Meet 2nd Wed.,
6:30 p.m. Meets All Year
Fond du Lac Fond du Lac Lodge No. 26
500 W. Arndt St. • 920-922-5800Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m.
Dark July and August
FranklinSouth Shore Lodge No. 3
9023 S. 27th St. • 414-761-6474 Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7:30 pm
Dark July & August
FredericLandmark Lodge No. 244
109 United Way • 715-566-0350Meet 2nd & 4th Tues., Dinner 6 p.m.,
meeting 7 p.m. Meets All Year
Friendship Quincy Lodge No. 71
210 Main St. • 608-853-1768 (Sec.)Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7 p.m.
Dark January & February
GalesvilleDecora Lodge No. 177
231 S. Main St. • 608-539-5230Meets 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & Aug. & 1st Mon. Sept. & June
Green BayDes Peres Lodge No. 85
525 N. Taylor • 920-865-7637Meet 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m.
Dark July & August
Green Bay N.E.W. Daylite Lodge No. 360 525 N. Taylor St. • 920-371-8441
Meet 2nd Thursday, 10 a.m. Dark July & August
Green BayTheodore Roosevelt Lodge 322525 N. Taylor St. • 920-264-6177Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m.Dark July & Aug., www.roosevelt322.com
Green BayWashington Lodge No. 21
525 N. Taylor St.• 920-499-7265Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
HartfordHartford Lodge No. 120
147 N. Rural St. • 262-408-8564Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
HaywardKeystone Lodge No. 263
10629 Main St. • 715-462-4363 (Sec)Meet 2nd Thursday, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
HustisfordNeosho-Mayville-Horicon No. 108128 E. Anthony St., Hustisford
920-349-3454 • 1st & 3rd Tues. 7p.m. Dark July & August
HudsonSt. Croix Lodge No. 56
209 Locust Street • 715-377-0817Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.
Dark July & August
Iron RiverAncient Landmark No. 210
7575 West Mill St. • 715-685-44261st Wed., 7 p.m., Meets All Year
Iron RiverBarnes Lodge No. 365
7575 West Mill St. • 715-372-5425 Meet 2nd Tues. 7:00 p.m. Dark January & February
JanesvilleJanesville-Western Star No. 552322 E. Milwaukee St. • 608-752-3098Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
JeffersonJefferson County Lodge No. 9617 Masonic Blvd. • 920-674-6715Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
KenoshaKenosha Lodge No. 47
115 56th St. • 262-287-9878Meet 2nd (dinner 5:30 p.m.) & 4th
Tues., 7 p.m. Meets All Year
Kenosha Sunrise Lodge No. 359
4320 Washington Rd. • 262-694-7817Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 9:30 a.m.
Dark July & August
KenoshaUnity Lodge No. 367
4320 Washington Rd. • 262-657-5575Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m.Dark 3rd Thurs., July & August
La CrosseLa Crosse Masonic Lodge No. 190118 8th Street So. • 608-782-1616Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
La CrosseFrontier-Badger Lodge No. 45118 S. 8th St. • 608-782-1616
Meet 2nd & 4th Thurs., Dinner, 6 pm,Meeting 7 p.m. Dark July & August
LadysmithMystic Tie Lodge No. 280
705 E. 3rd St. N. • 715-532-7696 (Sec)Meets 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
Lake GenevaGeneva Lodge No. 44
335 S. Lake Shore Dr. • 262-497-63222nd & 4th Tues., social and dinner 6p.m., meet 7 p.m. Dark July & Aug.
LindenLinden Lodge No. 206
618 Main St. • 608-623-2143 (Sec)Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 8 p.m.
Meets All Year
LodiLodi Valley Lodge No 99114 First St. • 608-477-7102
Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & August
Lone RockFranklin Lodge No. 16
227 S. Oak St. • 608-583-4303 (Sec)Meet 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 8 p.m.
Meets All Year
MadisonCommonwealth Lodge No. 325301 Wis. Ave. • 608-212-9053 (Sec.)
3rd Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. Meets All Year
MadisonDoric Lodge No. 356
85 S. Stoughton Rd. • 608-241-4751(Sec), Meet 1st & 3rd Tues., 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
Madison Hiram Lodge No. 50
301 Wisconsin Ave. • 608-209-4312Meet 3rd Mondays, 7:30 p.m
Dark 1st Mondays, July thru Sept.
MadisonMadison Lodge No. 5
301 Wisconsin Ave. • 608-322-7028Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark 1st Thursday July & August
ManawaManawa Lodge No. 82
520 N. Bridge St. • 920-596-2476Meet 2nd & 4th Mon., Dinner 6 p.m.
Meeting 7 p.m., Meets All Year
ManitowocManitowoc Lodge No. 65
810 Chicago St. • 920-905-0344 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.
Meets All Year
MarinetteMarinette Lodge No. 182
1610 Main St. • 715-923-9397Meet 1st Thursday, 7:30 p.m.
Dark July & August
MarshfieldMarshfield Lodge No. 224
402 W. 4th St. • 715-387-4957Meet 2nd & 4th Thurs., 6 p.m. social
7 p.m. meeting. Meets All Year
MedfordMedford Lodge No. 217
150 S. Seventh St. • 715-748-6909 Meet 2nd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.
Dark January & February
Menomonee FallsLincoln Lodge No. 183
N86 W16856 Appleton Ave.• 414-640-6569. Meet 2nd Tues., 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
MenomonieMenomonie Lodge No. 164
N5729 - 410th St. • 715-797-9094Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
MercerHurley Lodge No. 237
5189 N. Harper • 715-776-0710Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 6:30 p.m.
Dark December thru March
MerrillVirginia Falls Lodge No. 226
916½ E. Main St. • 715-536-0020 (Sec.)Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
MerrillanMerrillan Lodge No. 279
105 S. Main Street • 715-333-5643 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7 p.m.Dark January, February & March
MiddletonFour Lakes Daylite Lodge No. 3627409 Franklin Ave. • 608-831-8947
Meets 1st Mon. - 2nd Mon. if 1st is holidayweekend., 10 a.m. Meets All Year
MiddletonMiddleton-Ionic Lodge No. 1807409 Franklin Ave. • www.middle
tonionic.org 1st & 3rd Tues., 7:30 p.m.608-444-0102, Dark July & August
MiltonMilton Lodge No. 161
508 Vernal Avenue • 608-931-4656Meets 4th Tuesday, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
MilwaukeeDamascus Lodge No. 290
1235 E. Howard Ave. DL290.orgMeet 2nd Tues., 4 th Tues. Social, RSVP 6p.m. dinner - 7 p.m. meet. Meets All Year
MilwaukeeFreemasons Lodge No. 363
3000 W. Wisconsin Ave., • 414-659-52051st Wed., 5:30 p.m. Degrees 4th Wed.,
5:30 p.m. Meets All Year
MilwaukeeLake Lodge No. 189
1235 E. Howard Ave. • 414-744-4609Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7 p.m.
Dark on Holidays
MilwaukeeMilwaukee-Harmony No. 2614315 N. 92nd St. • 414-961-1133
1st & 3rd Tues. 7:30 p.m. Dark July & August
MilwaukeeNathan Hale Lodge No. 350
3000 W. Wis. Ave. • 262-955-3621Meet 1st & 3rd Thurs., RSVP dinner 6p.m., meet at 7 p.m. Meets All Year
Mineral Point Mineral Point Lodge No. 1304 High St.• 608-220-3408
3rd Mon., Jan.-March, July-Sept. & Dec.,1st & 3rd Mon., Apr.,-June, Oct.,-Dec.
MinocquaIsland City Lodge No. 330
7529 Hwy 51 South • 715-892-2392Meet 1st Wed., 10 a.m., 3rd Wed., 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
MondoviBuffalo River Lodge No. 252
245 S. Franklin • 715-797-3261 (Sec)Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
MonroeSmith Lodge No. 31
1613½ Tenth St. • 608-329-4641 Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.
Dark June & July & August
MosineeMosinee Lodge No. 318
607 13th St. • 715-693-2007Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
MukwonagoLaflin-St. James Lodge No. 247206 S. Main St. • 262-470-8616Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
Neenah/MenashaTwin Cities Lodge No. 61
241 E. Wisconsin Ave. • 920-722-3611Meets 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7 p.m.
Dark June - Aug. Open after Labor Day
New DiggingsOlive Branch Lodge No. 6
26750 Cty. Rd. W • 608-965-3122 Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m.
Meets All Year
New GlarusNew Glarus Lodge No. 310
207 6th Avenue • 608-527-2583 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m.
Dark June, July & August
New HolsteinCalumet Lodge No. 172
2019 Washington St.• 920-257-3885 Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
New RichmondNew Richmond Lodge No. 195119 E. 2nd St. • 715-246-2144Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m.
Dark June, July & August
OconomowocLake Country Freemasons Lodge No. 422911 N. Dousman Rd., Oconomowoc262-367-2309 • Meet 1st & 3rd Wed., 7 p.m., Dark 1st Wed., July & Aug.
Oconto Pine Lodge No. 188
513 Superior Ave. • 920-604-2826Meet 2nd Monday, 7 p.m. Dark December & January
Oconto Falls Oconto Falls Lodge No. 293
170 N. Washington St. • 920-373-5747Meet 1st Mon., Sept. 2nd Mon., 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
OmroOmro Lodge No. 168
160 E. Main Street • 920-685-2798Meet 2nd Monday, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
OnalaskaOnalaska Lodge No. 214
330 Main Street • 608-783-2652 (Sec) Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.2nd Thurs. only, July, Aug. Nov. & Dec.
OregonOregon Lodge No. 151
201 Park St. • 608-444-0074 (Sec)Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.
Dark July & August
OshkoshOshkosh Lodge No. 27
204 Washington Ave. • 920-385-1034Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
OwenOwen Lodge No. 317
713 W. Third St. • 715-229-2798 (Sec.)Meets 1st Mon., 7:30 p.m. & 3rd Mon. at11 a.m., July & Aug. 3rd Mon. at 11 a.m.
PhillipsPhillips Lodge No. 225
137 N. Lake Ave.•715-762-4043, 7:30 p.m. 1st Mon., Dec- Feb..; 1st & 3rd Mon. Mar.-May, Oct. & Nov.; 3rd Mon., June-Sept.
Platteville Melody Lodge No. 2
783 Enterprise Drive • 608-732-8625Meet 1st Tuesday, 7:00 p.m.
Meets All Year
PlymouthCassia Lodge No. 167
441 Smith St. • 920-892-6336Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:00 p.m.
Dark July & August
PortageFort Winnebago Lodge No. 33
111 W. Conant Street • 608-334-6681Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays 7:30 p.m.
Dark January & February
Port WashingtonOzaukee Lodge No. 17
504 W. Grand Ave. • 414-412-6515Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:30 p.m.
Meets All Year
PotosiWarren Lodge No. 4
112 S. Main St. • 608-763-2221 (Sec)Meets 1st Thursday, 7:30 p.m.
Meets All Year
Prairie du ChienPrairie du Chien Lodge No. 8107½ E. Blackhawk Avenue
608-326-4640 (Sec) • Meet 1st & 3rdWed., 7:30 p.m. • Meets All Year
PrescottNorthwestern Lodge No. 105
132 N. Court St. • 651-210-4408 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
Lodge Listings are continued on page 23
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RacineRacine-Belle City Lodge No. 181012 Main St. • 262-633-6658
Meets 1st Tuesday, 7 p.m.Meets All Year
ReedsburgReedsburg Lodge No. 79
213 E. Main St. • 608-524-1390Meet 1st & 3rd Thurs., 7:30 p.m.
www.reedsburglodge79.org
RhinelanderRhinelander Lodge No. 242
23 E. Davenport St. • 715-362-3080 Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.
Dark January & February
Rice LakeBlue Hills Lodge No. 234
225 W. South St. • 715-495-2374 Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7:00 p.m.
Meets All Year
Richland CenterRichland Lodge No. 66
290 W. Union St. • 608-553-1418 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
RiponPrairie View Lodge No. 95
W14188 County Rd. KK. • 920-229-6204Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m.
Dark 4th Tues. Nov. & Dec., 2nd Tues. Jan.
River FallsRiver Falls Lodge No. 109
122 E. Walnut St. • 715-222-3939 (Sec.)Meet 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.
3rd Tuesday only July & August
SheboyganSheboygan Lodge No. 11
411 St. Clair Ave. • 920-718-1986 (Sec.)Meet 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.
Meets All Year
Shell LakeShell Lake /Spooner Lodge No. 221
28 Doboy Drive • 715-296-3638 Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m.
Meets All Year
ShullsburgAmicitia Lodge No. 25
127½ Water St. • 608-963-5951Meet 2nd & 4th Thursday, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
SpartaValley Lodge No. 60
603 N. Court St. • 608-269-2616Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesday, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
Star PrairieNorth Star Lodge No. 187207 Bridge St. • 715-246-6258
Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.Dark June, July & August
Stevens PointEvergreen Lodge No. 93
1756 Dixon St. • 715-344-7539,715-572-3981, Meet 1st & 3rd Tues.,
7 p.m., Meets All Year
StoughtonKegonsa Lodge No. 73
125 S. 5th St. • 608-279-4299Meet 1st Tues., 7 p.m. Dark July & August
Sturgeon Bay Henry S. Baird Lodge No. 17431 S. 3rd Ave. • 920-493-3727
Meet 2nd & 4th Thurs., Supper 5:30 p.m.Lodge 6:30 p.m., Dark July & August
Sun PrairieSun Prairie Lodge No. 143
Call Sec. for Meeting Location • 608-770-2018 Meet 1st & 3rd Mon., 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
Superior Acacia-Itasca Lodge No. 329
3117 N. 21 St .• 218-590-2754 (Sec.)Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7 p.m.
Meets All Yeart
Superior Superior Lodge No. 236
1503 Belknap St .• 218-590-0537 Meet 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
TomahTomah Lodge No. 132
520 E. Saratoga Street • 608-372-5507Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
Union GroveUnion Grove Lodge No. 288
1021 – 11th Ave. • 262-878-1494 Meet 3rd Saturday, 8:30 a.m.
Meets All Year
WaukeshaWaukesha Lodge No. 37
317 South Street • 262-701-7037Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.
Dark July & August
WaupacaWaupaca Lodge No. 123
105½ N. Main Street • 715-258-6198 Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m.
Dark June, July & August
WaupunWaupun Lodge No. 48
16 S. Madison St. • 920-324-3141Meets 1st Tuesday, 7:30 p.m.
Dark July & August
Wausau Forest Lodge No. 130
916½ E. Main, Merrill, WI • 715-298-6002Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7 p.m.
Dark June, July & August
WautomaWautoma Lodge No. 148
203 S. Scott St. • 920-765-2495 (Sec.)Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7 p.m.
Dark Jan. and Feb.
Wauwatosa Henry L. Palmer Lodge No. 301 4315 N. 92nd St. • 262-424-69934th Fri., 6 p.m. dinner, 7 p.m. meeting
Meets All Year
Wauwatosa James M. Hays Lodge No. 331 4315 N. 92nd St. • 414-349-7650
1st Monday, 6:30 p.m.Dark July & August
Wauwatosa Wisconsin Lodge No. 13
4315 N. 92nd St. • 262-939-2985 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.
Dark June & July
West AllisDay-lite Lodge No. 358
7515 W. National Ave. • 414-257-9450 Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 9:30 a.m.
Meets All Year
West AllisWauwatosa Lodge No. 267
7515 W. National Ave. • 262-662-9934Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
West BendWest Bend Lodge No. 138
301 N. University Dr. • 262-323-6532Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
West SalemSalem Lodge No. 125
101 W. Hamilton St. • 608-786-0930 (Sec)Meets 4th Wednesday, 7:00 p.m.
Dark July & August
Whitefish Bay Aurora Lodge No. 30
517 E. Beaumont Ave. • 414-422-0669 Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.
Dark July & August
Whitefish BayGeo. Washington 1776 Lodge No. 337517 E. Beaumont Ave. • 414-979-1776Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.
Dark July & August
WhitewaterSt. John’s Whitewater-Palmyra No. 57226 W. Main Street • 262-510-1049Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:30 p.m.
1st Monday July & August
Wilmot Wilmot Lodge No. 241
30702 113th St. • 847-774-0013Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark 4th Tuesday July & August
WinneconneWinneconne Lodge No. 186
100 N. 1st Street • 608-219-6935 (Sec) Meet 2nd & 4th Tues., 7 p.m.Dark Dec., Jan. and Feb.
Wisconsin DellsDells Lodge No. 124
815 Oak St. • 608-254-7012 Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.
Dark January & February
Wisconsin Rapids Wisconsin Rapids Lodge No. 1282321 2nd Ave. So. • 715-421-9669
Meet 1st & 3rd Wed., 6 p.m. meal, 7 p.m.meeting, Dark July & August
Silas H. Shepherd Lodge of Research No. 1843 Oconomowoc • 262-391-5716
2nd Saturday • March, June, Sept., Dec. Call for meeting location
Wisconsin Masonic Calendartickets. Email [email protected] for info.
10 Masonic Academy, Dodgeville Masonic Center.
10 Valley of La Crosse Scottish Rite Family Night, 6 p.m. pasta dinner and Ladies Table Lodge. Awards program fol-lows. This is a free event. All Masonic Brothers, Appendant Bodies and families and friends welcome. La Crosse MasonicCenter. Reservations are mandatory by Nov. 5, call Bro. Todd Wohlert at 608-385-1923.
15 National Sojourners - Milwaukee Chapter #27, Lodge of Military Tribute, Zablocki VA Medical Center, 5000 W. Na-tional Ave., Milwaukee. 6:30 p.m., open to everyone.
December 20181 Masonic Academy, Blue Hills Masonic Center, Rice Lake.
5 La Crosse Masonic Lodge No. 190 & Frontier-Badger Lodge No. 45 open installation of officers 7 p.m.
5 Prairie du Chien Lodge No. 8 installation. Meal at 6:30 p.m. Installation at 7:30 p.m.
6 Tomah Lodge No. 132 open installation of officers 7 p.m.
19 Valley Lodge No. 60, Sparta, open installation of officers 7 p.m.
January 201912 “Masonic Day of Light”, Oshkosh Masonic Center.
February 20199 “Masonic Day of Light”, Janesville Msonic Center.
April 201926 Three Pillars, “An Evening of Music and Memories”. A fundraising gala, Marriott Milwaukee West.
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German Brother visits lodge in CrivitzBro. Helge Richter (left) of Crivitz, Germany, a sister city of Crivitz,Wis., visited Tri-County Daylite Lodge No. 218 on Sept. 19. He be-longs to a Lodge in Hamburg, Germany and his credentials presentedto the Senior Warden included a personal letter from his Grand Master.While in Lodge he was able to witness a Wisconsin opening and closing,calling down and back up from the Fellowcraft and the examination inthe FC of Brother Bob Lange. Bro. Richter described many differencesbetween his ritual and that which he witnessed Tri-County DayliteLodge. He was cordially welcomed to the East by Master Richard Za-horik. Bro. Richter was presented a plaque to commemorate the occa-sion. Bro. Richter presented Master Zahorik with two table Lodgetoasting glasses. He also joined the Brothers for a noon lunch followingthe morning meeting.
Submitted by Bro. Chuck Fick
Bro. Gotchy honored for 60 years Bro. Sean Hurley (right), Master of Sheboygan Lodge No. 11 presentsBro. Charles Gotchy his 60 year certificate, card, and pin as a courtesyto Rhinelander Lodge No. 242. Bro. Gotchy was raised in Island CityLodge No. 330, Minoqua on Feb. 10, 1949.
Submitted by Bro. Carl Peterson
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Staff Meetingfrom page 21
mittee is working on ways to findgood mentors, figuring out whatthe new member is looking for: rit-ual, social or philanthropic andtask the lodge Counselor withidentifying the ideal the mentorwithin the lodge. Deputy GrandMaster Robert C. Strader statedthe other thing the Committee willbe working on is forming a com-mittee for full recognition nextyear of the Prince Hall Lodgeswhich will allow them to be pluralmembers of our lodges and us oftheirs.District 12 Deputy Grand Master
Todd Krohn reported the DDGMswould like to establish a workshopfor Wardens to prepare them forthe East. Also woking towardtransformational leadership.Grand Orator Ganske reported
on the District Lecturer sessionand stated they are ready to moveforward. The District Lecturerswere presented collars to be wornwhen visiting lodges.
Grand Master Pedley reportedthe Executive Committee contin-ued to discuss the taking over theMadison Masonic Center. He saidinformation will be announced asthey move forward. Also discussedwas developing a possible market-ing committee to market ourbrand, not raise funds. They wouldalso like to provide videos to goout through Constant Contact.Junior Grand Deacon Ritchie isworking on the Civility Initiative.The Grand Master stated there arestill requests coming in for lifetimememberships. They are lookinginto a program. It would be for thelife of the member not perpetual.The Grand Secretary is looking fora team of web designers to updateour website.
Grand Lecturer Ganske con-ducted a school of instruction onthe grips, words and signs.
The Grand Master thanked theOfficers for a great weekend. Hestated, “We are the servants, theyare the sovereign, we are here tocare for them and nurture theteachings of the craft . . .”
He said we must give ourmembers the best bang for thebuck that we can.
The Grand Master stated, “Ar-rogance is the gift of the devil tolittle men.”
He reminded the Brethren tokeep “stirring up good”.
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Social Media Code of Conduct for Wisconsin Freemasons
Grand LodgeFree and Accepted
Masons of Wisconsin“To preserve the reputation of the Fraternity unsullied must be your constant care.”
When we represent ourselves as members of the fraternity, we become someone’s impression of Freema-sonry. As such, it is important that we act accordingly and subscribe to the lessons we are all taught as
Masons in terms of how we communicate and interact with Masons and non-Masons.
• Freemasons must conduct Social Media activities in a way that reflects membership in the Craft, acting in away that presents a positive image of the fraternity; avoiding private piques and quarrels; being cautious inbehavior; courteous to our brethren and to promote the general good and to preserve the reputation of thefraternity.
• Freemasons must be aware that postings are a permanent record; and therefore an individual's conduct mayinfluence the world with a positive or negative image about the individual and also about Freemasonry. Postings and actions on the various Social Media outlets should reflect the highest standards of morality andintegrity.
• Postings should not bring discredit to Freemasonry nor should they fit within the definition of UnmasonicConduct as defined by our Masonic fraternity. Conduct contrary to the accepted and customary rule of right and duty between Freemasons or to society in general, is improper.
• ere should never be discussion related to the business of a Lodge and what is discussed within our tileddoors.
• ere should never be discussion related to petitions, applications, background checks, investigation of anapplicant, or regarding balloting on an applicant.
• Posts must comply with Grand Lodge rules, regulations, and edicts.
• Participation in discussions with those who most often are looking for discussions outside of what is Mason-ically acceptable should be avoided.
• No official communication with other Grand Lodges or their subordinate or concordant Lodges may takeplace online. Contact must be conducted through the Office of the Grand Secretary.
• e Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons in Wisconsin is the absolute Masonic authority in Wiscon-sin. Only the Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons in Wisconsin can make authoritative statements on behalf of Wisconsin Masons.
• To ensure our fraternity represents itself to the high standards we must regulate our actions by individual re-straint and through Brother-to-Brother intervention. As a Freemason, quietly advise a Brother if you feel that what he has posted is improper within the framework of our Grand Constitutions, laws, rules, regula-tions, edicts and the general regulations of Freemasonry.
The Ladies’ pin was designedby First Lady, Ronda Pedley andis in the shape of aMason Canning jar.In a letter sharedwith the GrandLodge Officer’sLadies, Ronda ex-plains her pin:As I stand in my
kitchen preparingjars to be ready for the wonder-ful items I will place in them(fruits, vegetables, soups,meats…) I can’t help but think of2 Timothy 2:21 “Therefore, ifanyone cleanses himself forwhat is dishonorable, he will be
a vessel for honorable use, setapart as holy, useful to the mas-ter of the house, ready for everygood work.”We are all vessels. We like to
be filled with the knowledge thatwe are appreciated and loved,that we belong. And when weare filled with these positives wein turn give of ourselves and ourtalents to help others. “Readyfor every good work!”Let us all be vessels to spread
goodness!
If your Lady would like a pin,please contact Ronda or any ofthe Grand Lodge Ladies.
Ladies Pin
Traveling GavelDistrict 1
Keystone Lodge No. 236 District 2
Collins-Spring Valley No. 192District 3
Mystic Tie Lodge No. 280District 4
Theodore Roosevelt No. 322District 5
Decora Lodge No. 177District 6
Wisconsin Rapids Lodge No. 128
District 7 Hiram Lodge No. 50
District 8Reedsburg Lodge No. 79
District 9Glenn L. Humphrey No. 364
District 10Prairie View Lodge No. 95
District 11Laflin/St. James Lodge No. 247
District 12Independence Lodge No. 80
Please check with the Master of the lodge listed before scheduling a trip toclaim the Traveling Gavel. It may already have been claimed by or deliveredto another lodge.
District 9 School of InstructionDistrict 9 Lecturer Terry Brown’s Area 1 School of instruction hosted by Dousman Lodge No. 315 washeld on Sept. 26. Grand Lecturer Lawrence L. Ganske and Junior Grand Warden Gary L. Stang were inattendance.
Submitted by District 9 Lecturer Terry Brown
Over 30 people attended the 2018 Annual Social Lodge No. 245 Fellowship Picnic on Sept. 8 in Cambridge. With a fantastic line-up of foods, lawn games, and two grills; Broth-ers, framily, friends and beautiful weather, it turned out to be a wonderful event.
Submitted by Bro. Stephen Dake
Annual Social Lodge Fellowship Picnic
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Chetek LodgeSummer Picnic
Chetek Lodge No. 277 held their annual picnic at the home ofPast Grand Master Frank and Wendy Struble. PGM Strublemanned the grill for a fantastic cookout. Bro. Robert Lund is mak-ing a valid point (bottom picture). The brothers of this lodge stirup some serious good in their community and surrounding area.
Submitted by District 2 Deputy Grand Master Earl GundersonPhotos by Bro. Darryl Dahl
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Jefferson County Lodge to Host Special Master Mason DegreeThere will be a very special Mas-
ter Mason Degree Conferral atJefferson County Lodge No. 9, onOct. 29, the like of which has notbeen seen in decades.Though this degree conferral is
wholly a Blue Lodge degree, theceremony will be a combined BlueLodge and Royal Arch effort. Asyou recall from your own raising,the first part of the degree con-ducted you around the Lodge
room and culminated in you tak-ing your Masonic Obligation.During this degree conferral, the
second section will be performedby Tri-County Chapter #11 RoyalArch Masons, in full Royal Archgarb and regalia, as was com-monly done in generations past.Therein lies the very special na-ture of this particular degree con-ferral.
The first section will begin at
6:30 p.m., followed by a 7:15p.m. dinner at the Jefferson Ma-sonic Center. The second sectionsecond will commence at 8 p.m.The entire degree conferral is an-ticipated to conclude at 9:30 p.m.This degree conferral is open to
all Master Masons and we encour-age as many of you as possible toattend. You may not see such adegree conferral for a long time tocome.
Northwestern Lodge Henry Rifle winner Bro. Matt Knott (left), Master of Northwestern Lodge No. No. 105,Prescott, presents a Henry Rifle to Kevin Burgess, winner of the LodgeRaffle.
Submitted by District 2 Deputy Grand Master Earl GundersonPhoto by Bro. Milt Helmer
Photo by Rich Rygh
Treat your kids or grandkids tothe thrilling 26th Annual Hal-loween Haunted Woods Trick-or-Treat event on Friday night, Oct.19, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., on theThree Pillars Senior Living Com-munities Campus in Dousman.This evening is created for chil-dren 6th grade and under, familiesare invited to join in the walkthough the Haunted Woods.This is a one of a kind trip
through the haunted woods with
ghosts, goblins and other ghoulishfigures. It is everything a kid couldwish for in a Halloween party. It begins at Dousman Elemen-
tary School, 341 E. Ottawa Ave.,Dousman, where a free shuttlebus takes you to and from ThreePillars. Please bring a non-perishable
food donation for the local foodpantry.For more information see page
7.
Halloween Haunted Woods