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In This Issue:Grand Bethel

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Temple Chapter reportsPage 1

East Lincoln Lodge will hold Blood Drive

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Eastern Star Chapters Award Scholarships

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Lincoln Assembly attends Grand in Crete

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Columbia Chapter celebrates Charter Day

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Lincoln Lodge honors Walker Gruttis

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Martha Washington reports

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Electa Chapter holds summer picnic

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Cotner Lodge visits the Masonic Home

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Myrtle Chapter honors Memorial Day

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Liberty Lodge holds Awards Night

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Lincoln Lodge plans for Charter Night

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College View attends Neighorhood Meeting

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Hickman Lodgeplans for a BBQ

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Bethel 60, 5, & 63Page 6

Trestleboard and North Star Lodge

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The Word of 54Page 8

JUNE STATED MEETING

The June stated meeting for Temple Chapter 271 was held on June 1. WM Mary Louise Dempsey’s opening remarks were a poem titled Garden of Living, which is pertinent to the lessons of O.E.S. The poem is provided below for your consideration.

For yoUr GArDEN

Plan t 4 rows o f squashSquash gossip

Squash indifferenceSquash grumblingSquash selfishness

Plan t 4 rows o f l e t t uceLettuce be faithful

Lettuce be kindLettuce be patient

Lettuce really love one another

P lan t 3 rows o f tu rn ipsTurnip for meetingsTurnip for service

Turnip to help one another

P l a n t 3 r o w s o f p e a sPeace of mindPeace of heartPeace of soul

Finally, our garden must have thymeThyme for family

Thyme for friendsThyme for each other

WP Don Jelinek’s opening remarks was a story remembering his Uncle Ferdinand Jelinek who was killed during WW I to remind members to Preserve the Past by writing down family memories for future generations.

Communications included the WGM and WGP’s letter regarding the upcoming Grand Chapter year and information from the co-chairpersons for the Grand Chapter’s special project of the Salvation Army. Sis. Nadyne Bauer sent cards to Sis. Caitlyn Lyons on the birth of her baby, Sis. Ann O’Neil a get well card after breaking her leg, and to Sis. Diane Brown following her knee surgery.

Temple Chapter 271 awarded two scholarships to deserving high school graduates this year. The first was awarded to Cooper Domgard, a graduate of Lincoln Southeast. Mr. Domgard plans to attend Nebraska Wesleyan University. The second scholarship was awarded to Nick Dahlquist, a graduate of Lincoln Southwest High School who plans to attend UNL.

Visitation by the Grand Officers to Area 6 was held on June 26 at the Scottish Rite. Kensington does not meet during the summer.

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Nebraska Grand BethelDeb Kendle, PHQ Bethel 5, MM

Imagine if you would 150+ 10-20 year old girls from across Nebraska, gathered together for some serious competition in public speaking, singing, ritual competions, robes and capes management, and most importantly, having fun, and you have a small taste of what Grand Bethel is all about. Need I forget all the practices before Grand!!! Getting up sometimes before 8 AM and then sometimes meeting at night. But with every practice, each young lady learns new things about herself and Job’s Daughters.

With all the competitions, early morning practices and activities, Grand Bethel is a very fun and exciting place to be.

This was the first year I was able to attend Grand Bethel since

I was Honored Queen in 1991. It is still a great place to meet new friends and get aquainted with old ones. The best part is watching the excitment on everyone’s faces to see if their name is called to win an award. It has not changed one bit.

This years theme is “Sea of Adventure.” The Grand Family consists of Mary Warren, Grand Guardian; Bruce Bugbee, Associate Grand Guardian; Grand Bethel Honored Queen, Abbi; Miss Nebraska Job’s Daughter, Kelli and Miss Congeniality, Charmel. The Grand Guardian’s Project for the year is the HIKE (Hearing Impaired Kids Endowent Fund). If you would like more information, please check out the website at www.jdne.org or ask any member of the order.

The leaders of the Grand Family for 2009-2010:Associate Grand Guardian Bruce Bugbee, Miss Ne-braska Congeniality Charmel, Grand Bethel Honored Queen Abbi, Miss Nebraska Job’s Daughter Kelli, and Grand Guardian Mary Warren. Photo by Deb Kendle

Grand Bethel Honored Queen Abbi is escort-ed to the East by Mimi. Abbi is the 89th Grand Bethel Honored Queen in the State of Nebraska Photo by Deb Kendle

The 2009-2010 Grand Bethel officers who were In-stalled on Sat., June 20 at the Heartland Event Center in Grand Island, Nebraska. Photo by Deb Kendle

Kelli is pictured with Dehnia, Past Miss Nebras-ka Job’s Daughter 2008-2009. Photo by Deb Kendle

The 2009-2010 Daughter HIKE Coordina-tors Sarah, Casie, Hannah and Desiree.HIKE (Hearing Impaired Kids Endowment) is the official charity of Job’s Daughters. It pro-vides free hearing devices to kids whose par-ents can not afford them. Photo by Deb Kendle

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Temple Chapter 271Lorrie Bryant, Correspondent

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DEGrEE WorK

On May 28 East Lincoln Lodge initiated our two newest members: Brothers Will Meyers and Carl Medley. The degrees were conferred by WB Scott Dodge with questions and answers by WB John Butler and WB Art Kolb. WM Monte Dietrick gave the second section lecture, Br. Greg Mason of Cotner Lodge gave the third section lecture and WB Scott Dodge gave the charge. The initiation was well attended with both members and visitors. Thanks to all who participated in making the degree a great one. Then on June 20 the Master Masons Degree was conferred on Brother Eric Whiteman by WB James Michelson.

JUNE BUSINESS MEETING

Potluck and business meeting was held on Thu., June 4. For a June meeting, the attendance was good after a long winter when many members traveled to warmer climates. Bills were paid and committee reports from the Board of Trustees, Finance and Masonic Education were presented. The

Lodge thanked both Scott Dietrick and Scott Dodge for mowing the lawn and flushing the boiler. Also thanked WB Scott Dodge for donating a new American Flag. WM Monte Dietrick gave some Masonic education before the meeting was closed in due form with peace and harmony prevailing.

BLooD DrIVE

At the June meeting, the Worshipful Master was pleased to learn, that of those members who were present and were able to give blood, already did so on a regular basis. He further urged the membership present and all members of 210 who are reading this article to help support the blood drive by giving blood in the month of July. This is the first Nebraska Masonic blood drive sponsored by the Grand Lodge. July is the month to honor the blood shed for our country’s independence; let’s give blood to support those serving in our armed forces today who are in harms way.

MASoNIC TrIVIA – PrESIDENTIAL

MASoNry

Every Pres iden t f rom Te n n e s s e e w a s a M a s o n (Jackson, Johnson and Polk)

I n 1 9 5 1 , w h i l e P r e s i d e n t , H a r r y Tr u m a n served as Master of his lodge.

Pres ident Frankl in D. Roosevelt raised two of his sons on the same night, Nov. 7, 1935 in Architect Lodge 519 in New York.

Lyndon Johnson took the first degree on Oct. 30, 1937 but never progressed any further.

When asked of Masonry, President William McKinley explained: “After the Battle of Opequam, I went with the surgeon of our Ohio regiment to the field where 5,000 Confederate prisoners were under guard. As soon as we passed the guard, the doctor shook hands with a number of prisoners and began passing out his roll of bills.” On the way back to camp I asked him, “Did you know those men?” “No”. But you gave them a lot of money, do you expect to get it back?” “If they are able to pay me back, they will. It makes no difference to me as they are brother Masons in trouble and I am only doing my duty”. I said to myself, “if that is Masonry, I will take some of it myself.”

The Order of the Eastern Star is the largest fraternal organization in the world to which both women and men may belong. Worldwide, there are approximately 1 million members under the General Grand Chapter. The city of Lincoln currently has seven Eastern Star Chapters. The stated purposes of Eastern Star are: Charitable, Educational, Fraternal, and Scientific. To promote education for local youth, Nebraska Grand Chapter provides matching funds to each Nebraska Chapter to award scholarships for post-secondary education to graduating high school seniors. Each chapter selects one or more students to receive a scholarship based on the chapter’s established selection criteria. The total scholarship dollars awarded by Lincoln Eastern Star Chapters to these nine young adults this spring totals over $4500.

Capitol Chapter 320 awarded a scholarship to Stephen Ramirez, a 2009 graduate of Lincoln Southeast High School. Mr. Ramirez plans to attend Southeast Community College in Lincoln and study Computer Aided Drafting.

Columbia Chapter 275 awarded a scholarship to Kristi Thornburg, a 2009 graduate of Lincoln Southwest High School. Miss Thornburg is planning to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) and major in International Studies. A second scholarship was awarded to Daphne Munford, a 2009 graduate of Lincoln Southeast High School. Miss Munford plans to attend Peru State College to earn a degree in Graphic Design.

Martha Washington Chapter 153 presented a scholarship to McKenzie True, a 2009 graduate of Lincoln Southwest High School. Miss True plans to attend Kansas State University and major in Animal Science/Pre-Veterinarian Studies.

Myrtle Chapter 94 awarded two scholarships for the 2009-2010 school year. Nicole Kubert, a 2009 graduate of Lincoln Northeast High School who plans to attend the University of Nebraska – Omaha and major in Graphic Design with a minor in Marketing. Courtney Plucknett is a 2009 graduate of Lincoln East High School. Miss Plucknett plans to attend UNL and major in Pre-Radiation Science Technology.

Starcraft Chapter 307 awarded a scholarship to Max Nimic, a 2009 graduate of Lincoln High School. Mr. Nimic plans to attend the UNL for the 2009-2010 school year.

Temple Chapter 271 awarded two scholarships. The first was awarded to Cooper Domgard, a 2009 graduate of Lincoln Southeast. Mr. Domgard plans to attend Nebraska Wesleyan University. The second scholarship was awarded to Nick Dahlquist, a graduate of Lincoln Southwest High School who plans to attend UNL.

In addition to these post-secondary education scholarships, the local chapters also provide scholarship funds for high school students to participate in the Masonic All Star Marching Band during the Shrine Bowl activities in July. Eastern Star Chapters donate funds to a wide variety of worthy charities, and support the Masonic youth organizations of Rainbow for Girls, Job’s Daughters, and the Order of DeMolay. Other areas of support for the local chapters include a scholarship fund for individuals attending school for the purpose of religious training (i.e., Eastern Star Training Awards for Religious Leadership) and activities that support the Masonic-Eastern Star Children’s Home in Fremont and the Nebraska Masonic Home in Plattsmouth.

Lincoln Eastern Star Chapters Award

Scholarshipsby Lorrie Bryant

Lincoln Assembly 6Lorrie Bryant, Correspondent

GrAND ASSEMBLy

Lincoln Assembly 6 members and adult sponsors participated in the Nebraska Grand Assembly session in Crete on June 12 to 14. Caryn Stuhr from Westside Assembly 22 presided over the session as Grand Worthy Advisor. Assembly 6 members Allison Burris and Nicki Folsom served as Charity and Treasurer, respectively, for the Grand session. Jessica Rodriguez and Michaela Whitesell served as Grand Representatives and Jessica received the Originality award for her representation of her states during the Parade of States at Fun night on June 12. Zoe Maurer served as a Grand Page and Kirsten Boothe as an Assistant Outer Observer during the various meetings at Grand Assembly. Pamela McLeod gave the American Flag Tribute. The Christian Flag Tribute was written by Brianna Lyons and presented by Zoe Maurer.

Lincoln Assembly was well represented in the various compet i t ions and rece ived

numerous awards. Jessica Rodriguez, Allison Burris, and Kirsten Boothe earned first place in the Assembly room set up team competition. Michaela Whitesell was selected to give the Rose Lecture during the Initiation ceremony on June 13 as winner of that competition. Jessica Rodriguez won first place for ritual competition in the 17 to 20-year-old age group. Michaela Whitesell finished first place and Pamela McLeod finished third in the 14 to 16-year-old age group. Jessica Rodriguez also received the Love and Service award for her dedication of providing service to others. As an Assembly, members earned first place for the scrapbook, second place for name tags, and second place for their cheer sticks. Finally, Kirsten Boothe and Emily Greenlee and Pamela McLeod and Zoe Maurer received awards for their door decorations in the dorm.

During Installation on June 14, Amber Naylor of Benson Diana Assembly 2 was installed as Grand Worthy Advisor. Her theme for the 2009-2010 Rainbow year is “Once

Upon A Time” and her special service project is the Alzheimer’s Association. Allison Burris from Lincoln Assembly was installed as Grand Charity and Nicki Folsom was installed as a Junior Member of the Grand Executive Board. Grand Representatives from the Assembly are Jessica Rodriguez for Florida, Kansas, New Jersey, New Mexico, and South Carolina and Michaela Whitesell for Indiana, Maryland, Montana, and Phillippines/Guam.

GrAND VISITATIoN

Grand Visitation was held on June 20 and 21. Grand Officers and adult sponsors were treated to a dinner at the Scottish Rite Temple on June 20. They spent the night in Lincoln before traveling to Weeping Water for a joint meeting with Lincoln and Weeping Water Assemblies the morning of June 21.

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JUNE MEETING

Worthy Matron Sis. Jeanne Krenk welcomed ally and read a touching “Last Day of School” letter from a teacher to the parents of her students. Worthy Patron Bro. Mark Poston also welcomed everyone.

INTroDUCTIoNS

The Associate Matron presented the appointed Grand Officer, Sis. Gwen Hurst-Anderson, Grand Warder for introduction.

W.M. Sis. Jeanne also introduced the following members from the sidelines: Sis. Janice Nitz, Grand Companion to Sis. Gwen. Sis. Kelsey Warren, Conductress of Crete Chapter. Sis. Pam Lindholm the newly installed Princess Badoura of Naphis Temple 66 Daughters of the Nile. Bro. Eric Bachenberg, Worshipful Master of George Washington Lodge 250 and Sis. Heidi Wall, PHQ of Bethel 62 and Grand Bethel 3rd Messenger.

The business of the Chapter was handled in short order.

NEW BUSINESS

Upcoming events include the June Fish Fry, Sat., June 13 serving from 4:30 to 7:00.

T h e G r a n d O f f i c e r visitation is Fri., June 26 with reservat ions due June 15.

The annual Eastern Star Picnic will be Sun., June 28 at Antelope Park 27th & A Streets. It will be a potluck with everyone gathering at 4:30 and eating at 5:00. If it should rain we will meet at the Lodge and play bingo.

ILLNESS & DISTrESS

Sis. Janice reported that Sis. Lorette Hedges is still under the weather. Sis. Michelle Smith had a motorcycle accident a week prior to the meeting. Sis. Bonnie Sierks broke her arm and Sis. Eleanor Krenk will have surgery on June 30 and Bro. Richard Tuhey is

still struggling with health issues.On a happier note, Sis.

Ginger Malousek’s daughter Rachel Duckett was installed as Honored Queen of Bethel 62. Sis. Laura Chykta is in Washington D.C. sponsoring one of her students. Sis. Maxine Buchardt’s granddaughter, Mackenzie True will graduate from Southwest High School this week. Sis. ValJean Bell is doing well. Sis. Clarice Brown is attending the wedding of her grandson in Colorado. Sis. Michelle Smith reported that her daughter Tiffany, who graduated from Boot Camp recently was the Honor Grad. Sis. Charlotte Contatore reported that her youngest son has been asked to serve on the National Police Athletic Association Board.

GooD oF THE orDEr

June birthdays included Sis . Gwen Hurst-Anderson on June 15 and Sis . Sue Bel l -Hei lman on June 30.

After the close of Chapter, Sis. Heidi Wall, PHQ of Bethel 62 and April LeGrand, PHQ of Bethel 62 each exemplified the work they will complete in at Grand Session June 17 – 20. Sis. Heidi will be exemplifying the Second Messenger initiatory work and April will be exemplifying the Honored Queen’s initiatory work. Both did very well so we hope they do well at Grand.

Worthy Matron Sis. Jeanne thanked all members who assisted at Grand Chapter in May. Sis. Charlotte Contatore, Bro. John Kirby, Sis. Glee & Bro. Roger Warnke on General Arrangements; PGM Sis. Betty & Bro. John Kirby with Distinguished Guests, Bro. Mark Poston as an Assistant Grand Sentinel, Sis. Gwen Hurst-Anderson as a District Grand Supervisor and a member of the ESTARL committee and Sis. Jeanne Krenk did her usual wonderful work as Organist on several occasions. Last but certainly not least we were honored to have Sis. Gwen Hurst-Anderson installed as Grand Warder for 2009-10.

Electa Chapter 8Denise Lagueux, Correspondent

rEGULAr MEETING

Our opening ode for our June 6 meeting was In The Good Old Summertime.

W.M. Brenda opened with a poem “Loves ABCs”.

W.P. Ron opened with a quote from Shirley McLean. “A person who knows how to laugh at himself – will never cease to be amused”.

June 26 will be the Area 6 Grand Officers visitation at the Scottish Rite Temple.

Dona Hurst announced a t t he mee t ing tha t she has adopted a tabby cat .

W. M . B r e n d a c l o s e d wi th a poem about love .

W.P. Ron closed with “Never be afraid to try something new – remember – armatures built the Arc – professionals built the Titanic.

ACTIVITIES

On June 13 there were the past matrons and past patrons picnic at the home of Harry

and Deb Storz a beautiful acreage. We all had a wonderful time of food and friendship.

June 20 will be Electa’s summer picnic at Bethany Park from 4:00 to 7:00 pm.

ANNIVErSAry

On June 14, Rosella and Don Frank celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary at the Masonic Temple. They had a slide show and memory books for everyone to look at. Rosella had her wedding dress there and Don a suit to greet guests at the memory book table. The cake had their cake top from their wedding. The happy couple gave out bookmarks to all their guests. It was a joyous celebration.

BIrTH

Lucas Lee was bo rn on March 12, to Amy and Joe Mitchel l . Grandmother is Sharon Yockers and Great Grandmother is Betty Pauley.

Columbia Chapter 275Lorie Dodge, Correspondent

JUNE BUSINESS MEETING

The June business meeting was great and the weather was perfect. Although there were no visitors, the Worthy Matron Lorie Dodge was glad to welcome Harold Wulf a long time member back into the chapter room. She also wished all the men a Happy Fathers Day and to the Ladies a happy summer.

The Worthy Matron reported that the Charter Day dinner went extremely well and all scholarship recipients were in attendance.

It was announced that Kensington was to meet on June 23 and the StarLites were to be meeting on June 16. Other announcements were that there was to be an initiation practice on June 9 with an initiation to be held on June 23.

The Worthy Matron stated that our chapter had been working with other chapters preparing for the Area 6 Visitation. She went on to announce that the visitation would be held on Fri., June 26 at the Scottish Rite Temple and invited all in attendance to attend and that reservation forms were available.

The charter was draped with due ceremony to denote the passing of our beloved sister Maxine Spomer who passed away on May 15.

Prior to closing Worthy Matron Lorie Dodge again announced to remember to collect “Best Choice” labels. This is a great fundraiser so don’t forget as they can be turned in at any regular business meeting.

CHArTEr DAy

The Chapter’s “Charter Day” dinner held in May went extremely well and there were compliments to the Chef regarding the meal.

Those who missed the charter day dinner definitely missed a treat. The dinner consisted of salad, chicken cordon bleu, new red potatoes, Masonic green beans and chocolate pudding for dessert. The dinner was a free will offering with the proceeds to go to the Masonic Eastern Star Home for Children in Fremont. The dinner was well attended with a resulting $100 dollars to be donated to the home.

Educational scholarships and band scholarships were presented as well. Columbia’s Masonic All-Star Marching Band scholarship was awarded to Travis Ray. Its two education scholarships were awarded to Kristi Thornburg and Daphne Mumford. Congratulations Travis, Kristi, and Daphne!

The evening finished with some brief entertainment by the Worthy Matron. As this was Columbia’s 90th Charter Day Celebration she presented some facts relating to prices and organizations from 90 years ago. One Masonic organization that was started 90 years ago was the International Order of DeMolay. It was on that theme the Worthy Matron introduced Mark Lighthall and Adam Medley; both active DeMolays belonging to Lincoln’s Dr. Frederick Eiche Chapter who were present to perform the flower talk ceremony.

Lastly, but not least, a big thank-you goes out to all the girls of Bethel No. 63 for serving the dinner. This is an especially big thank-you as we were to understand that they had just served another Masonic dinner just the previous night.

CoLUMBIA WELCoMES ITS NEWEST MEMBErS

On June 23, Columbia Chapter initiated and welcomed their newest members: Sister Carolyn and Brother Dan Peterson. The initiation went extremely well and a special thank-you goes out to Worthy Matron Brenda Collins of Electa Chapter for being our organist and providing heavenly music for the evening’s initiation

GoLDEN WEDDING ANNIVErSAry

A big congratulations goes out to Leonard and Kaylene Martin on their fiftieth wedding anniversary. They will be celebrating it with an open house, to be held on Sun., July 12 from 2:00-4:00 pm at the Auld Center in Antelope Park. Way to go Leonard and Kaylene!

Worthy Matron Lorie Dodge presents Daphne Mumford with her edu-cational scholarship. Pho-to courtesy of Lorie Dodge

Worthy Matron Lorie Dodge presents Kristi Thornburg with her edu-cational scholarship. Pho-to courtesy of Lorie Dodge

Worthy Matron Lorie Dodge presents Tra-vis ray with his Ma-sonic All-Star Marching Band scholarship. Photo courtesy of Lorie Dodge

Worthy Matron Lo-rie Dodge with Colum-bia’s newest members: Dan and Carolyn Peter-son. Photo

Martha Washington 153Paula Beezley, Correspondent

Lincoln Lodge 19Don Arp, Correspondent

CHArTEr NIGHT DINNEr

Our Lodge celebrated its 141st anniversary on June 16. Just a year after Nebraska statehood in 1867, the Grand Lodge of Nebraska, itself only 11 years old, chartered our Lodge on June 25, 1868.

We celebrated with dinner and the showing of a videotape, “Opening the Doors of Freemasonry,” which is about a young couple’s questions and answers involving our beloved Fraternity. We also started a new tradition during our dinner. This year we lost WB Walker Gruttis and to honor his memory and love of Freemasonry, we created the Walker Gruttis Award for Service to Lincoln

Lodge 19. This year’s recipients embody Walker’s dedication, determination, and helpfulness. Our Junior Warden, Kirk DeCoste, and Senior Deacon, Hugh Perea Estrada, were this year’s honorees. We hope this award will help the memory of WB Walker live on!

MASoNry oN PArADE

Be sure to attend Nebraska’s biggest Masonic parade on Sat., July 25, on Havelock Avenue, starting at 10 a.m. On parade will be the Masonic All-Star Marching Band, with high school musicians from all over Nebraska. Masonic organizations will bring little cars, classic cars,

clowns, and floats. Don’t miss it!

PAST MASTErS CHArITy DoNATIoN

T h i s y e a r , i n s t e a d of hos t ing a Pas t Masters Dinner, Lincoln Lodge 19 will host a charity drive. Please send a check to Lodge 19 in whatever amount , a long wi th your sugges t ions fo r wor thy cha r i t i e s . We wi l l collect the funds and make donations to a few charities to honor our Past Masters.

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CoTNEr LoDGE HoSTED FAMILy DAy AT PAWNEE LAKE

Cotner Lodge members and their families spent the day at Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area on May 16. Members held a potluck lunch and grilled out for dinner. Numerous fun events were planned including trap shooting, free fishing, yard games, and hiking to name a few. The day started out windy but soon into the festivities the weather calmed down and it turned into a wonderful evening for all in attendance. Thank you the members who donated food and other items to make the day a success and fun for all. Roughly 55 people joined in the festivities. We finished the evening, which was a big hit with both the kids and the “big kids”, with s’mores around an open fire.

CoTNEr LoDGE HELD A PAST MASTErS AND

AWArDS DINNEr

May 18 Cotner Lodge held it’s annual Past Masters Dinner and Awards Ceremony. Families and friends were invited to join in honoring our Past Masters and Year-pin recipients. Members were in attendance to receive pins for 25, 30, 40, 50, and 60 years of membership in Masonry. The Cotner Lodge 2009 scholarship recipients were also in attendance for the evening. Congratulations to the three youth. A delicious buffet style meal set up by our stewards was enjoyed by all. Thank you to Nancy Weers for the wonderful patriotic themed decorations which added to the spectacular evening. Members and Council of Bethel 63 assisted with the dinner, both serving and cleaning up. Thank

you for your assistance ladies.

MEMBErS VISIT THE MASoNIC HoME IN

PLATTSMoUTH

Cotner Lodge members, families, and friends traveled to Plattsmouth to tour the Nebraska Masonic Home on May 30. We were warmly greeted by the Executive Director, Mary Stapp. We toured the facility and learned many interesting facts about the building and what the home provides to the Masons of Nebraska. We met many wonderful residents of the home, who made us feel at home. We then joined some of the residents for a delicious lunch at the home. Those in attendance were amazed with the home and the care they provide. Thank you to Mary Stapp for the tour and your assistance in making this a great event. I would encourage all Masons who have not toured the home to check it out.

CoTNEr LoDGE JUNE BUSINESS MEETING

Cotner Lodge held a business meeting on June 1. Prior to the business meeting we enjoyed cheeseburgers, french fries, and salad. Members of Cotner lodge helped support Bethel 60 by purchasing the cheeseburgers from Don & Millie’s which is one of their fundraisers. During the business meeting, we received the Most Worshipful Grand Master, Russell Reno. Thank you Most Worshipful Sir for joining us. After the meeting the members gathered in the Persian Room to celebrate 92 years of Cotner Lodge with cake, ice cream, and fellowship.

CoTNEr LoDGE FIrEWorKS STAND

Cotner Lodge will once again be selling fireworks at a stand located in the parking lot of the

Russ’s Market in Havelock on July 3 and 4. Those wishing to celebrate our nation’s independence by lighting fireworks should stop by our stand for great fireworks! Members and family of Cotner Lodge willing to assist with this fundraiser for our lodge are encouraged to contact Tyler Weers to signup for a shift.

CoTNEr LoDGE JULy BUSINESS MEETING

Cotner Lodge’s July business meeting will be held on July 6. Join us for dinner at 6:30 p.m. followed by our business meeting at 7:30 p.m. All Master Masons are invited to join us. A $5.00 donation is suggested for the dinner. We look forward to seeing you there.

roUND TABLE rITUAL To BE HoSTED By

CoTNEr LoDGE

We will hold a Round Table Ritual on July 27 at 7:00 p.m. Don’t forget to bring your six-pack.

MASoNIC yoUTH

The members of Cotner Lodge would like to wish the members Nebraska DeMolay good luck at their annual Conclave in North Platte on July 11-13.

NEXT MoNTH

Our August Business Meeting will be held August 3. Proceed by our regular dinner at 6:30 p.m. Please bring unused school supplies to donate to children in need.

Members of Cotner Lodge, Columbia Chapter, Bethel 63 and their families are invited to attend a Potluck Picnic at Bethany Park on August 8 at noon. Please bring a dish to share.

Cotner Lodge will host a Blood Drive and Hot Dog Roast Fundraiser for the Nebraska Community Blood Bank on August 15 at the Cotner Masonic Lodge. Anyone wishing to donate blood, contact brother Greg Mason at 402-770-5898. Look for more details in the August issue of the Masonic News.

Cotner Lodge will have a Round Table Ritual on August 31.

Cotner Lodge 297Tyler Weers, Correspondent

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Bro. rUSS rENoGrand Master

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Cotner Lodge members who received year pins during the Past Master’s and Awards Ceremony on May 18. Photo by Don Albrecht

There was a full turn-out for the Cotner Lodge Past Master and Awards Dinner. Photo by Don Albrecht

The day’s activities ended with delicious s’mores! Photo by Don Albrecht

Everybody’s favorite line…..the food line! Photo by Don Albrecht

our “Grill Master” Troy Myers hard at work! Photo by Don Albrecht

What if every member of our organizations asked 1 person a month to join? Just imagine.

Myrtle Chapter 94Deb Kendle, Correspondent

rEGULAr STATED MEETING

Myrtle Chapter 94 met Tues., June 9. W.M. Deb Kendle welcomed everyone and shared a poem about Father’s Day. W.P. Wade Kendle also welcomed everyone by reading an email provided by our Sis. Secretary titled “A New Alphabet.”

W.M. Deb thanked her subs for the evening: Sis. Nita Babcock for playing such beautiful music and Sis. Liz Sawyer for filling in as Associate Matron. It was great to have you back with us.

Sis. Liz announced her kitchen committee, Sis’s Norma Brown and Barb Turner. Sis. Norma Brown provided the yummy dessert. Because of Norma’s Birthday, Sis. Liz filled in for Norma on the kitchen committee.

W.M. Deb and W.P. Wade thanked everyone again for coming and invited all for treats and desserts in the dining room.

FIrEWorK STAND

This year Myrtle Chapter will be working a firework stand as a fundraiser. The firework stand will be located in the Carlos O’ Kelly’s parking lot off of 27th and Superior (4455 N. 27th St). So come and support your local Chapter and celebrate the 2009 year with a bang.

UPCoMING EVENTS

Meeting date for next month is set for July 14 at 7:30 pm. All are welcome to attend.

Keep saving those Best Choice Labels. You can turn in your labels on the bulletin board at the Masonic Temple, or to Steve and Norma Brown.

M y r t l e C l u b w i l l n o t m e e t u n t i l A u g u s t .

On Aug. 26, North Star Lodge will be sponsering a Blood Drive in the parking lot of North Star Lodge. If anyone is interested in giving blood, please contact Keith Brocksmith at 540-1849

CoUrTESy rEPorT

Sis. Pagean (Spencer) Carter, lives in California, will have surgery.

S i s . B e t t y O a k e s o n had foot surgery on May 15.

Bro . LeRoy Oakeson h a d a t o o t h p u l l e d .

Sis. Grace Hutchins will celebrate her 100th Birthday on June 21. There will be a card shower in her honor.

Bro. Gerald Stogdill passed away on June 5. His memorial service was held on June 9.

Sis. Helen and Bro. Allen Plucknett’s granddaughter graduated from Lincoln East High School.

Bro. Allen Plucknett’s Uncle had emergency surgery at Bryan East.

S i s . N i t a B a b c o c k had carpal tunnel surgery.

JUNE BIrTHDAy’S

June 4 - Sis. Jeanne BonnettJune 9 – Sis. Norma BrownJune 16 – Robyn ThrockmortonJune 26 – Barb TurnerHappy Birthday to all of you!!!

JUNE ANNIVErSAry’S

Bro. Steve and Sis. Norma

Brown celebrated their 57 wedding anniversary on June 7.

Bro. Allen and Sis. Helen Plucknett will celebrate their 52 wedding anniversary on June 9.

Sis. Linda Livingston and her husband Ken will celebrate their wedding anniversary on June 28.

W. M . D e b s a n g t h e Anniversary song her family always sung when i t was s o m e o n e ’ s A n n i v e r s a r y . Happy Anniversary to al l .

orIGIN AND BIrTHPLACE oF MEMorIAL DAy

On May 5, 1868, the Grand Army of the Republic established Memorial Day or Decoration Day as the national day to decorate the graves of the Civil War soldiers with flowers. Major General John A. Logan appointed May 30 as the day to be observed. Arlington National Cemetery had the first observance of the day on a grand scale. The place was appropriate as it already housed graves of over 20,000 Union dead and several hundred Confederate dead. Gen. and Mrs. Ulysses S. Grant presided the meeting and the center point of these Memorial Day ceremonies was the mourning-draped veranda of the Arlington mansion. Speeches were followed by a march of soldiers’ children and orphans and members of the GAR through the cemetery strewing flowers on both Union and Confederate graves. They also recited prayers and sang hymns for the dead.

Even before this declaration, local observances for these war dead were being held at various places. In Columbus, Miss., a group of women visited a cemetery on April 25 1866, to decorate the graves of Confederate soldiers and the Union soldiers whop fell at the battle of Siloh. Many cities in the North and the South claim to be the first to celebrate Memorial Day in 1866 but Congress and President Lyndon Johnson officially declared Waterloo in New York as the ‘birthplace’ of Memorial Day in 1966. It was said that on May 5, 1866, a ceremony was held here to honor local soldiers and sailors who fought in the Civil War, businesses were closed for the day and residents furled flags at half-mast. It was said to be the first formal, community-wide and regular event.

In 1971, Memorial Day was declared a national holiday by the Congress, who designated the last Monday in May as the day for its observance. Many states observe separate Confederate Memorial Days. Mississippi observes it on the last Monday of April, Alabama on the fourth Monday of April, Georgia on April 26, North and South Carolina on May 10 and Louisiana and Tennessee on June 3. In Tennessee, the day is named as ‘Confederate Decorations Day’ while Texas observes ‘Confederate Heroes Day’ on January 19. In Virginia, Memorial Day is better known as ‘May Confederate Memorial Day.’ - www.thememorialdaytribute.com

I w a n t e d t o t h a n k everyone who has served and/or who is currently serving our country. You are always in our thoughts and prayers.

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Hickman Lodge 256Jeff Eggerling, Correspondent

Liberty Lodge 300Randy Cox, Correspondent

Starcraft Chapter 307Terri Sherman, Correspondent

rEGULAr MEETING

The officers gathered for the June meeting of Starcraft Chapter 306 on June 3. The meeting was opened by Worthy Matron Sis. Julie Fowler with a reading: What Fathers Mean. Bro. Dennis Brydl welcomed everyone. Sis. Julie and Sis. Terri Sherman wore their Grand Chapter dresses so everyone could see them. Reports were given by Sis Julie, Sis. Terri and Sis. Alma Wilson about each day’s happenings at Grand Chapter. Everyone enjoyed Grand Chapter and they were glad to see Sis. Mary Kay Retzlaff busy helping with the day to day activities of the grand week.

Before we closed the meeting Sister Julie thanked the Protems: Sis Jean Taylor, Warder and Sis. Glee Warnke, Esther. After the close of the meeting Bro. Dennis invited all to the dining room for refreshments provided by Sis. Bev Ryba. Sis Julie closed by telling wishing all the dad’s and father figures a Happy Father’s Day by reading a poem: What Makes a Dad. She presented all the brothers a bouquet of candy.

Following the meeting Sis. Julie had everyone play a word game about father on TV and Movies.

KENSINGToN

Kensington meet on June 2 for a luncheon. Mrs. Wheelchair Nebraska was the inspirational speaker. The will not meet again until the fall. Past Matrons will meet for a potluck at Ruth Beach’s and then will disband until September.

GooD NEWS

Sis . Hazel Baumeister Gerhard’s grandson was featured in the paper for riding his bicycle from Deadhorse Alaska to Ushwaia Argentina. A total of 14,328 miles.

Sis . LuEtta Anderson, wheelchair and all, was able to travel to Florida and Colorado, to see her grandsons graduate with distinction.

SICKNESS AND DISTrESS

Sis. Bonnie Mook went home May 2. Sis. Mary Sensenig is at Tabitha. Sis Doris Kitterman is through with her treatments. Bro.

Enid Sharton had shoulder surgery and Past Matron Sis. Nita Babcock had carpal tunnel surgery. Sis. Margaret Ann Thompson passed away May 29. Her service was held at Lincoln Memorial on June 3.

BIrTHDAyS

July 1 - LeRoy RosnthalJuly 1 - Ricki NelsonJuly 2 - DeAnn DilleyJuly 3 - Hazel ArnoldJuly 6 - Carolyn MookJuly 9 - Jane KaufmannJuly 9 - Mary Louise DutcherJuly 10 - Connie PierceJuly 10 - Patricia StromerJuly 10 - Mary Louise GillispieJuly 11 - Alta PhillipsJuly 12 - Patricia McClellandJuly 13 - Doris BanisterJuly 14 - Hazel GerhardJuly 16 - Robert EllisJuly 17 - Jean TaylorJuly 21 - Norma DowJuly 21 - Shirley MarksJuly 21 - Thelma JohnstonJuly 21 - Sherri HiserJuly 21 - Sally GowinJuly 28 - K. Ross MetcalfJuly 29 - Evelyn BuettgenbachJuly 30 - Craig Rosenthal

BUSINESS MEETING

Hickman Lodge 256 met on Thurs., June 4, for our regular business meeting. Communications and minutes were read and approved. During the meeting two petitions were read for the second time and then voted on by the brethren. With a positive vote, Shane William Dunn and James Fredrick Williamson were approved to receive the degrees of Masonry. After the meeting the brethren enjoyed some food and fellowship.

ENTErED APPrENTICE DEGrEE

The trestle board is being filled out and Hickman Lodge will be conferring the Entered Apprentice degree on June 25 at 7 p.m. for the newly elected candidates.

LoDGE BBQ

H i c k m a n L o d g e i s w o r k i n g o n p l a n s f o r a BBQ to be held later this s u m m e r o r e a r l y f a l l a t the Lodge . The BBQ wi l l b e o p e n t o a l l b r e t h r e n , t h e i r l a d i e s a n d f r i e n d s . Look for more information i n u p c o m i n g a r t i c l e s .

PAUL oLAF PETErSoN

It is my sad duty to let you know that Hickman Lodge 256 lost a brother. Paul Olaf Peterson (82) passed away on June 11. Members of the lodge at his funeral conducted Masonic Rites. Paul was also active in the Sesostris Shrine. His friends and brothers of Hickman Lodge 256 will miss him. Remember his family in your prayers.

BILL NELSoN

The brethren of Hickman Lodge 256 want wish a speedy recovery to Bill Nelson. Bill had quadruple bypass heart surgery and is now at home resting and working part-time as he recovers from his surgery.

CoNTACT THE WorSHIPFUL MASTEr

Been away from the lodge for a while and want to come back? If so, do not hesitate to contact WM Bob Moninger. He can be reached by calling him at 402-416-4164 or by e-mail at bmoninger@nctc.net. You can also come out to our business meeting on the first Thursday of the month. The brethren would enjoy seeing you.

DEGrEE WorK

Liberty Lodge has been somewhat busy so far this summer. We have continued with degree work on Bro. Abdul Kareem, our new brother from Iraq. We hope to finish his Master Mason work on July 9. Bro. Abdul has been quite in awe by the whole experience, and is very interested in what we as Masons do and stand for. While not entirely unaware of Masonry, the experience for him has been interesting. I hope to be able to sit down with him and have him relate how Masonry is viewed in Iraq. He has told us some stories, and I think this would be a great learning experience for all Masons.

AWArDS NIGHT

On May 28, we had our annual Awards Night. We were honored by the presence of the Grand Master, Most Worshipful Brother Russ Reno. He gave an interesting talk on some Masonic history in

Nebraska. Pins and awards were presented to the following Brothers: Richard A. “Doc” Burklund and Right Worshipful Brother Bruce A. Watkins received 25 years pins, W.B. Bob R. Foreman, 40 year pin, Brother John W. Brown, 50 year pin, and Brothers John H. Binning and Ivan B. Hevelone, 60 year pins. Each Brother who received a pin and in attendance gave a short speech, and each expressed the same idea, that Masonry was the best and how Masons are the best, and we all can agree on that.

The dinner i tself was fantastic, prepared by Phyllis Foreman and served by the Job’s Daughter’s Bethel’s No. 5 & 60.

As we continue to do degree work, I would like to ask that any Brother who has not been to Lodge for sometime, please make an effort to do so. Even if it is coming to Lodge just once a month, it is impressive for new candidates to see his Brothers sharing his entry into Masonry. Please try to attend more often if possible.

College View Lodge 320Paul J. Hadley, Correspondent

CoLLEGE VIEW WELCoMES BroTHErS

Following acceptance of his petition on June 3, James Moles of Davey was scheduled to become an Entered Apprentice Mason on June 17. Several other petitions for membership are expected to be submitted in upcoming weeks. We welcome these new travelers!

LoDGE IS DArK IN JULy

College View Lodge voted June 3 to not officially meet in July. Our next Regular Communication will be Wed., Aug 5, at 7:30 p.m.

HoWDy, NEIGHBorS

Officers from College View 320 were invited to attend the June meeting of the College View Neighborhood Association. The organization was formed by local businesses several years ago when the city announced plans to close 48th Street for repairs. That project, with the association’s suggestions, now includes some renovations and beautification in addition to the scheduled repaving. Work is expected to begin later this summer.

Access to the neighborhood via this major arterial also impacts our Lodge at 47th and Cooper, so we plan to become involved and provide input where appropriate.

In a larger sense, we must not only be good stewards of our facility, but good partners in all endeavors to make our community stronger. Our Craft is not just about physical bricks and mortar; instead, it is the bond of fellowship, hope and charity

that holds together our fraternity.Members of the Masonic

organizations meeting at our Lodge often note that local merchan t s and even fo lk s l i v i n g l i t e r a l l y n e x t d o o r remark, “We’ve heard of the Masons, but we don’t know what you’re about or what goes on in your building.”

We s ince re ly hope to change this by working with l o c a l g r o u p s , b e g i n n i n g w i t h t h e N e i g h b o r h o o d Association. Working together, we can accompl i sh much!

W.B. Greg Kassabaum plays yard golf. Photo courtesy of Paul Hadley

Liberty Lodge 300 held their annual Awards Night on May 28. Pictured from left to right are the re-cipients: John W. Brown, 50 year; richard A. “Doc” Burklund, 25 year; W.M. Maynard Sears; r.W.B. Bruce A Watkins, 25 year; robert r. Foreman, 40 year; and M.W. russ reno. Photo by Deb Kendle

Members of College View 320 enjoy a BBQ af-ter their June meeting. Photo courtesy of Paul Hadley

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Bethel 5Deb Kendle, Corr.

HAPPy BIrTHDAy

Council, members and parents celebrated Bethel 5’s birthday by going to Red Robin after our regular meeting. Fun was had by all.

GrAND BETHEL

Council and members of Bethel 5 attended the 2008-2009 Grand Bethel Session held in Grand Island on June 16 – 20. Bethel Guardian Kristen Swisher received the Degree of Royal Purple. We are very honored to have two of our young ladies represent Bethel 5 in the Grand Family next year. Kassandra Root is Grand Senior Custodian and Elizabeth Mami is a Grand Representative to Virginia and Behia. Congratulations to all of you.

rAFFLE

Tabula Rasa Lodge is raffling off a Husker football signed by Tom Osborne and Bo Pelini. Tickets are $2 for Students and $5 for general population. Proceeds will go to sending students to a convention about Lime Disease. Please see any member of Tabula Rasa for a ticket and help support this cause.

SUrGEry

Bethel Guardian Kristen Swisher will have Gall Bladder surgery on July 2. We wish you the best and hope for a speedy recovery.

UPCoMING EVENTS

July 10 – Saltdogs game, 7:05 pmJuly 15 – Progressive DinnerJuly 24 – Grand Visitation with Bethel 60 & 62 at 1635 L StreetJuly 25 – Shrine Bowl Parade

Bethel 5 will be dark in the month’s of July and August. Our next meeting will be on Sept. 12.

Bethel 60Diana Weers, Correspondent

BETHEL 60 rECEPTIoN

On May 23 Bethel 60 hosted a reception in honor of the 2008-2009 Grand Guardian of Nebraska, Penny Alderson, who is a Past Bethel Guardian of Bethel 60. Also honored were Sarah and Erica who were Grand Bethel Representatives and Kelsey who was the Grand Senior Custodian and a Supreme Bethel Representative. The other adults honored were Frank Alderson who was the Grand Musician, Liz Alderson who was the Grand Chaplain, and Diana Weers who was the Grand 4th Messenger. The reception was wonderful and fun was had by all.

BETHEL 60 HoSTS TEA PArTy AND ETIQUETTE

PrESENTATIoN

Members of Bethel 60 held an afternoon tea party and etiquette presentation on May 30 at our Bethel. Both the Daughters and the adults in attendance learned many new things. The girls were delighted to learn that whenever a woman leaves the table or returns to sit, all men seated with her stand up. The members enjoyed egg, ham and turkey salad finger sandwiches with hot tea. After the presentation the members ate delicious desserts and had punch.

BETHEL 60 HoLDS MoNTHLy FUNDrAISEr

AT DoN & MILLIE’S

On June 1 we held a fundraiser at Don & Millie’s. We would love for you to join us at our next fundraiser on Mon., July 6 between 5-9 p.m. Stop in or drive-thru, say you are there to support “Job’s Daughters” and a portion of

the money you spend will go to the Bethel. We hope you join us!

BUSINESS MEETING

Members of Bethel 60 held a regular business meeting on Mon., June 8. Kelsey sang a song for the Librarian’s report. We signed a birthday card for member Holliann who celebrated a birthday on June 15. The “Golden Fairy Godmother Wand Award” was given to Jason Phelps for all his assistance at Bethel activities.

BETHEL CLEAN & NEIGHBorHooD

CLEANUP

We gathered on the morning of June 13 to do our monthly cleaning of College View Lodge. Members swept and mopped the downstairs fellowship hall, cleaned the kitchen and bathrooms, vacuumed the carpeted areas and dusted. After the clean, members practiced their competition parts for the upcoming Grand Session. Members also spent an hour cleaning up the neighborhood. When all was done they had collected 2 large trash bags full of trash. Thanks ladies for making the neighborhood look nice. As a reward members enjoyed cold ice cream bars following their hard work.

BETHEL 60 UPCoMING EVENTS

July 6 – Don & Millie’s Fundraiser, 5-9 pm July 10 – Potluck/Cookout, Award Ceremony & Bethel Clean, 6 pmJuly 24 – Grand Visitation with Bethel 5 & 62, 7 pmJuly 25 – Shrine Bowl activities, all day

Many members from across the state attend-ed a reception hosted by Bethel 60 on May 23. Photo by Tyler Weers

Bethel 63Julie Munford, Correspondent

Installation of Bethel 63 officers held on June 13. Photo courtesy of Julie Munford

Members of Bethel 63 enjoy a day in the sun to cele-brate the End of the Term and End of the School year at Star City Shores. Photo courtesy of Julie Munford

Bethel 5 Guardian, Kristin Swisher, receives the royal Purple De-gree at Grand Bethel. Photo by Deb Kendle

111TH HoNorED QUEEN INSTALLED

June 13 was the installation of the officers of Bethel 63. The officers are as follows:

111th Honored Queen..Natalie McGuire;Senior Princess.............Dylan Lamb; Junior Princess...............Kasie Lehn; Guide..........................Julia Sanford;Marshall............Brooke Schwisow.Chaplain........................Kali Recker;Recorder..................Kristin Sanford;lst Messenger...............Charla Clark;2nd Messenger..........Nicolette Pond;3rd Messenger..........Jesselyn Dubas; 4th Messenger.....Megan Thornburg;5th Messenger................Katie Lamb;Senior Custodian...Kristi Thornburg;Junior Custodian...Daphne Munford.

HQ Natalie’s Mascot is Ducks, her flower is Peach Blossoms and her colors are white and baby blue. CONGRATULATIONS O F F I C E R S !

FISHIN’, FooD & FUN

May 16 found Lodge fishermen and Bethel 63 Jobies and families at Pawnee Lake for a beautiful day of free fishin’, potluck munchin; and great company.

MorE FooD

Several Bethel 63 members and council helped serve the Past Masters Dinner on May 18 followed by the Charter Day Banquet at Columbia Chapter 275 on May 19. It was a special treat helping

to serve the Charter Day Banquet because PHQ Kristi Thornburg and PHQ Daphne Munford both received scholarships from the OES Chapter.

JoBIE PAJAMASAND SWIMMIN’

When Bethel Guardian Trudi suggested a casual last meeting – it was casual – pajama style. Our “End of the Term”, “End of School” event was at Star City Shores on May 31. Jobies and parents enjoyed the sun, napping and relaxing to celebrate the term and the end of school. Several times you could hear “it’s not bad once you get in” – but the day was great.

CoNGrATULATIoNS

Kristi Thornburg, PHQ graduated from Lincoln Southwest on Sat., June 6. She will attend UNL this fall majoring in International Business. And Daphne Munford graduated from Lincoln Southeast on Sun., June 7. She will attend Peru State College in the fall and is interested in Computer Graphics. We wish you both the best.

UPCoMINGGrAND BETHEL

PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE and now Grand is almost here (actually i t will be over by the time you read this). Bethel 63 wishes everyone the best at Grand and are looking forward to seeing you there. Enjoy your summer!!

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Hickman Lodge 256���� CooperAve., �8�0� Robert Moninger,W.M. ??????Olin Boone, Sec. �8�-�80���0� S Richland Circle �8����stThurs.Reg.Communication�:�0p.m.

Cotner Lodge 297���2 No. ��th St. �8�0� Tyler Weers, W.M. ��2-���2�9�0 S �2nd St.Ct. �8���-�20�Ralph Riemann, Sec. �89-���8��0� Fox Hollow Rd. �8�0��stMon.Reg.Communication�:�0p.m.

Liberty Lodge 300���� L St. �8�08 ���-����Maynard Seers, W.M. ���-0����0��TouzalinAve. �8�0�-����BruceA. Watkins, Secretary�89-�������� S. ��th St. �8�0��stThurs.Reg.Communication�:00p.m.

Craftsmen Lodge 3142��� B St. �8�02 ���-2820Dennis Roether, W.M. ���-9�08�8�� ClevelandAve. �8�0�-28��James P. Heinke, Secretary���-��9�P.O.Box �8��, �8�0�-08���stTues.Reg.Communication�:�0p.m.

College View Lodge 320���� CooperAve. �8�0�Mail to Box �8��, �8�0�-�8��Nathan Petersen, W.M. ???���� Elkcrest Dr. �8���-���9Douglas B. Johnson, Sec.��00 Birch Hollow Dr. �8���-��0��st.Wed.Reg.Communication�:�0p.m.

Tabula Rasa Lodge 332���� L St. �8�08 ���-����James F. Brown Jr.,W.M. �8�-��2����0 Rexford Dr. �8�0�-���2Dennis Brydl, Sec. �2�-�9822��0 Kessler Blvd. �8�02�thTues.Reg.Communication�:00p.m.

Martha Washington Chapter KensingtonCharlotte Contatore, Pres. ���-�����00� S. ��stSt �8�0�Liz Wilhite, Sec. �2�-��08�20� Queens Dr. �8����st Sat., ��:�0 a.m.Salad-and-sandwich luncheon

Temple Chapter 271��2 S. Centennial Mall �8�08 ���-2���Mary Louise Dempsey, W.M.�88-���0�9�� Margo Dr. �8��0-�0��Don Jelinek, W.P. �88-�9����� Dale Dr. �8��0-22��Carolyn Plants, Sec. ���-9�����2� NW �th St. �8�2��st Mon. Stated Meeting �:�0 p.m.Special Meeting �rd Mon. �:�0 p.m.except June, July,Aug., and Dec.

Temple Chapter KensingtonRose Gillaspie, Pres. �89-���0Nadyne Bauer, Sec. �88-�����rdTues. �2:�0 p.m.

Past Matrons and Past Patrons ClubJames F Brown, Jr.,Pres. �8�-��2�DianeBrown,Sec.-Treas. �8�-��2�

Past Matrons ClubMarilynJepson,Co-Pres. �2�-�0�9EarleenLadd,Co-Pres �99-�889NancyHarris,Sec. �29-0�0�

Columbia Chapter 275���2No.��thSt.�8�0� ���-0890LorieDodge,W.M. ���-8�28�9��SW��thSt. �8�22-����ScottDodge,W.P. ���-8�28�9��SW��thSt. �8�22-����NancyWeers,Sec. ���-���0�2�0ColbySt �8�0��stTues.StatedMeeting �:00p.m.

Columbia Chapter KensingtonKaylene Martin, Pres. �88-��88�0� S. 8�th St. �8��0Elaine Malick, Sec. ��8-8099�thTues.

Past Matrons and Past Patrons ClubTrudyThornburg, Pres. �2�-����Nancy Weers, Vice-Pres. ���-���0

Starcraft Chapter 3072��� B St. �8�02 ���-2820Julie Fowler, W.M. ���-2���2020 Jefferson �8�02Dennis Brydl, W.P. �2�-�9822��0 Kessler Blvd �8�02Ileen Smith , Sec. �9�-220���00 NW �2�th St, �8�2��st Wed. Stated Meeting �:�0 p.m.

Starcraft KensingtonDoris Foust, Pres. �88-�������� Washington St. �8�0�Glee Warnke, Sec. ���-8�8���0�Adams �8�0��stTue. Mar.-June, Sep.-Dec.

Past Matrons and Past Patrons ClubIngrid Hansen, Pres. �88-9�89Mary Louise Dutcher, Sec. �2�-��8�

Capitol Chapter 320MarthaCabieles,W.M. �02-2��-��2����0S80thSt�8���JairoCabieles,W.P. 2��-��2����0S80thSt.�8���KathyBerger,Sec. �88-�������8HighSt.�8�0��stMon. �:�0p.m.

Capitol Chapter Kensington KathyBerger,Pres. �88-����

�thThurs.

City-Wide Past Matrons and Past Patrons ClubMikeBerger,Pres. �88-����MaryLouiseDutcher,V.P. �2�-��8�IlahAnderson,Sec.-Treas. ���-09��

Capital City Past Matrons and Patrons ClubImogeneKermoade,Pres. �2�-0�88CarolynCook,VicePres. ���-9���MarthaCountryman,Sec. �88-����KarenCook,Treas. ��0-��8��stTue.Oct-MayLegacyEstates Noon

Youth Groups

DeMolay-Lincoln ChapterAJHartman,MasterCouncilor???,Chap.SweetheartMeetings2ndand�thTues.�p.m.ScottishRiteTemplePleasesendcorrespondence to:TomGreenlee,Chap.Dad ��0�S��rdSt,�8�0�tcgreenlee@earthlink.nethttp://www.lincolndemolay.info/

Parents ClubDel/Lori Moormeier,Co-Ch. �2�-�2�0

DeMolay-Dr. Frederick Eiche ChapterAdamMedley,MasterCouncilor???,ChapterSweetheartMeetings2ndand�thWed.�:00p.m.MasonicTemple,����LSt.Pleasesendall correspondence to:GregKirchhoff,ChapterDad��2�Arapahoe,�8�02

Parents ClubRhonda Werner, Pres. ���-20��2nd Wed., �:00 p.m.

Acacia Fraternity22�� Vine Street, �8�0� ���-���0JustinCardisco,Ven.Dean ���-���0ZachThiemann,Sec. ���-0�09

Job’s Daughters

Bethel 5����LSt.�8�08-2��0 ���-����KristenSwisher,Guardian 202-�����0��S.�2thRd.,Cortland�8���krisa828@yahoo.comBruceAnderson,AG ���-09��20�0S.2�thSt.�8�02job�0@ix.netcom.comDebKendle,Sec. �02-���-�99���00North��thSt.�8�0�dmkendle@gmail.comNoHonoredQueen2ndand�thSat.�0:00a.m.DarkJulyandAugust

Bethel 272��0N.�8thSt.ValNickell,Guardian ���-8�0�28��HomelandPlace�8�2�bnickell@neb.rr.comBobNickell,AG ���-8�0�28��HomelandPlace�8�2�LilaComer,Sec. �2�-2���20�0WildernessRidgeDrive�8��2�stThur.,�:00p.m. �rdSun.�:�0p.m.NoHonoredQueen

Bethel 60Sendallcorrespondenceto:P.O.Box���82,LincolnNE�8���-��82LodgeLocation:����CooperAveDianaWeers,Guardian �0�-�����9�0S.�2ndStreetCt.�8���dianasmile@hotmail.comDougJohnson,Assoc.Guardian�2�-�00���00BirchHollowDr.�8���CatherineJohnson,HonoredQueen

North Star Lodge 227Bob Tooker, Correspondent

UPCoMING EVENTS

June 13 at 6:30 will be North Star Lodge’s Ladies at the Table. The lodge will furnish a meat dish and the member (members wives) will bring a “hot dish” or some other goodie. North Star will also sponsor a Blood Drive, Wed., Aug. 26 at a time to be announced. Free cookies! Can’t be all bad. Put Oct. 10 on your calendar for a night of good prime rib and some entertainment. Ladies Night is the event and will start at 6:30.

MoNTHLy yUK

A little boy was waiting for his mother to come out of the grocery store. As he waited, he was approached by a man who asked, “Son, can you tell me

where the post office is?” The little boy replied, “Sure! “Just go straight down this street a couple of blocks and turn to your right.” The man thanked the boy and said, “I’m the new pastor in town. I’d like for you to come to church on Sunday. I’ll show you how to get to heaven.” The little boy replied with a chuckle, “Yea right! Give me a break! You don’t even know how to get to the post office.”

THE BISHoPS VISIT

The bishop visited a church in his diocese. Only three people showed up to hear him preach. He asked the pastor, “Did you give notice of my visit?” “No,” replied the pastor. The he dryly added, “but word seems to have gotten around anyway.”

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COMING EVENTS IN MASONRYFRI, JULY 3-4 Myrtle Chapter, Firework Stand, Carlos O Kelly’s, 27th & SuperiorFRI, JULY 3-4 Cotner Lodge Firework Stand, Russ’s Market parking lot, 63rd & HavelockFRI, JULY 3-4 Bethel 63 Firework Stand, Russ’s Market parking lot, Coddington & West AMON, JULY 6 Bethel 60, Don & Millie’s Fundraiser, 5:00 - 9:00 PMFRI, JULY 10-12 DeMolay Conclave, North PlatteSAT, JULY 11 Electa Chapter, InitiationSUN, JULY 12 The Martin’s 50 Wedding Aniversary, Aud Center Antelope Park, 2:00 - 4:00 PMSAT, JULY 18 One-Day Blue Lodge Conferral, OmahaTUE, JULY 21-25 Masonic All-Star Band Camp, UNLFRI, JULY 24 Grand Visitation, Bethel’s 5, 60 & 62, 1635 L St., 7 PMSAT, JULY 25 Shrine Bowl Football Game, LincolnWED, AUG. 26 North Star Lodge, Blood Drive, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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A successful 134th Grand Chapter Session closed May 14 with the Installation of a new slate of Grand Officers. Billie Mattern, Worthy Grand Matron and Bruce Raddatz, Worthy Grand Patron were installed and will provide leasdership throughout the year and will preside over the “Make a Joyful Noise” Session May 11,12,13, 2010. Plans for the year as follows:

AIM & GOAL: Preserving our past; preparing for our future.

MOTTO: Life’s experiences com-ing thick and fast are the souls

appointed means of growth.

SCRIPTURES: Psalm 98:4; Psalm 150:6; Isaiah 55:12; Matthew 2:10

COLORS: Gold, Silver, Bronze, Black (& Red)

FLOWER: Chrysanthemums

FUN EMBLEMS: Bells, the Hourglass, Cardinals

JEWELRY: Cardinal/Bell/Hour-glass Pin

HONORED STATIONS: Ruth and Martha

SPECIAL PROJECT: Programs and projects of the Salvation Army – proceeds from merchan-dise sold at the sales table and from donations from the mem-bers will be given to “fill the kettle”, the most recognized fund raiser for the Salvation Army.

The membership will be able to “give a buck and get a bell” to bring with them to Grand Chapter in May 2010 where they can be a

member of Nebraska’s Largest Bell Choir and have an opportunity to MAKE A JOYFUL NOISE as we join in the ringing of the bells. For a “buck a bell” you can be a member of Billie and Bruce’s bell choir.

Chapters will be asked to support some of the projects of the Salvation Army. Additional information will be provided by the Co-Chairpersons of this special project, Laurel Wolfe and Kathy Voshel l .

We will again ask Chapters and individuals to donate theme baskets for a silent auction at Grand Chapter in May 2010.

Billie Mattern Worthy Grand Matron

Brice raddatz Worthy Grand Patron

SCoTT, GEorGE, AND EVErS EXPErIENCE THE FELLoW CrAFT DEGrEE

Brothers Robert Scott and Joseph George were passed to the degree of a Fellow Craft Mason on Fri., June 12 in two separate degree ceremonies. WB Patrick Barger conferred Brother Scott’s degree and WB Jim Banister officiated for Mr. George. WB Jim Banister presided in the East once again for Brother Spencer Evans’ Fellow Craft degree on June 19. It was great to see Brother Robert Scott, passed the week before, attend Spencer’s degree. Afterward, he and Spencer joined twenty other Lancaster Lodge Brothers for a round table exercise in the Entered Apprentice Degree. The enthusiasm of our candidates for Masonry is quite invigorating!

BroTHEr roN SMITH oF LIBErTy No. 300

CATErS MEAL

Ron Smith of Liberty Lodge No. 300 was asked to cater a meal following the June 12 Fellow Craft degree. Numerous brethren enjoyed Ron’s homemade fried chicken strips and french fries. It is always a pleasure to have brethren from

other lodges visit, especially when they feed us as well as Ron did! Come back any time, Ron. Don’t forget your deep fryer, though…

ENTErED APPrENTICE DEGrEE JULy 10TH

Mr. Drew Bruhl will be initiated as an Entered Apprentice Mason on Friday, July 10th and 7:00 p.m. Dinner will be served afterward. See you there.

LANCASTEr No. 54 AND TABULA rASA No. 332 JoIN ForCES For oVErHEAD ProJECTor

In a wonderful gesture of brotherhood, Lancaster Lodge voted to join with Tabula Rasa Lodge to purchase a much needed Powerpoint overhead projector for use with lecture slides. Each lodge agreed to pay half the costs of this item. This replaces an old, worn-out slide projector currently in use (when it wanted to work). WB Patrick Barger arranged for Lancaster Lodge’s ritual slides to be converted to a Powerpoint presentation which allows for greater viewing ability and eliminates the need to replace individual slides as they deteriorate with time.

ProSPECT NIGHT PLANNED For

SEPTEMBEr

WM Merv McDonough has announced his plans for a Prospect Night in September. This program will feature guest speakers discussing Lancaster Lodge and Nebraska Masonry. A catered meal will be served at 7:00 p.m. complete with bartender (free for prospects and their lady). Be sure to invite your wives and ladies, as our potential new members will be encouraged to invite theirs as well. Musical entertainment is also planned. An exact date in September has yet to be determined and will be announced shortly with further details of this fabulous event.

This is a great opportunity to invite your friends, co-workers, relatives, congregation members, doctor, dentist, lawyer, insurance agent, neighbors, teacher, etc. to a no-pressure event at which they can further explore the brotherhood of Masonry and Lancaster Lodge. Start floating the idea of joining our lodge now, if you haven’t already begun. Recruiting incentives are being identified for all of those who bring in a new member. Details will be announced at a later date. Good luck!

Nebraska Order of Eastern Star Begins New YearCourtesy of The Grand Chapter Office

Masonic Values Monthly Activities

In the next three months, lodges are asked to hold the following activities to u p h o l d t h e M a s o n i c v a l u e s a b o v e .

JULY (self development): Explore Freemasonry by reading books or taking online course.

AUGUST & SEPTEMBER (community c h a r i t y ) : S t a t e w i d e B l o o d D r i v e – Invite lodge brothers and members of y o u r c o m m u n i t y t o d o n a t e b l o o d .

SEPTEMBER (brotherly love): Back to Lodge Night – Invite brothers to visit your lodge. If necessary, present the Rusty Nail Degree.