tlrotttbings of

firanb l"bapter of

pal Rrtb :flla~on• of §Iberta

1960

To· SCRIBE E

PJecae observe cmd c:ompJ7 willa tlae Followmg: ~ ~ ,· ~·

. The F'mm~cial Year. of Constituent Chapters ends. on the 31st December and Scribe E's are requested to forWard their payments and retuma to the Grand Scribe E. on or before the 28th day of :t'ebruary. Your returns are a yitai part of your Grand Chapter

• cmd must be in the harids of the Grand Scribe E., so that the re-turns cxm be tabulated..· · ~ ·

,.{''J' ;:IJSt tbe·namea o[the New Ofllcetw·~ur returns with the "- •crate of bl8tallatlon ofOUlcer&.. · · · , -.l;l:'-~

Read carefully~ 109 and i10 of the Constitution Gt.it~· · ~ to, Scribe E's.

Check carefully Constituent Chapter Statements on p:Ige 88 for your Debit and Credit balance and bring this up to date dur­ing the year.

Your full co-operotion is ~y deSired so that your Grr.tnd (,1lapter ocm shOw a •tr4G ~report ~·ita ac#vities. . ,, -

Grand Chapter of . _), __

1\.rch Masons of Alberta

Elected Officers for 1960

M.E. Companion H. B. Wilks . ......... ___ Grand First Principal 638 -lOth Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta

R.E. Companion L. B. McCoomb ........ Grand Second Principal Busby, Alberta

R.E. Companion Norman Scheer ......... Grand Third Principal 821- 18th Avenue N.W., Calgary, Alberta

M.E. Companion Fred Hand ........................ Grand Scribe Ezra Grand Secretary

1717- 28th Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alberta, Phone CH 4-7605

R.E. Companion T. S. Jeffery ............................ Grand Treasurer

R.E. Companion G. H. Galbraith ........ Grand Scribe Nehemiah

R.E. Companion A. P. Newall -·-----··· ............ Grand Registrar

R.E. Companion H. M. Hamilton .. Grand Principal Sojourner

PRINTED BY ALBERTAN .lOB PRESS LTD., 312 • 8TM AVENUE S.E.

CHARLES MURRAY LA VERT".'

Grand First Principal

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CHARLES MURRAY LAVERTY

Grand First Principal

BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCH

Most Excellent Companion Charles Murray Laverty wrn; born on January 10th, 1899, at Debee, Carleton County, N.B. He was educated in the Elementary and High in Debee. University of Alberta, B.A. & B. Ed. Superintendent of Schools.

He was married in Edmonton on August l 91h, 1927 to Miss Elsie Margaret Speer. He has two sons and one daughter.

Ancient Craft Masonry

He was initiated in Carvell Lodge No. 125, in Delburne, Alberta, on the 31st day of May, 1928, held the offices of J.S., S.S., Junior Warden and Master.

Capitular Masonry

He was Exalted in Keystone Chapter No. 12, Red Deer, Alberta on the 5th day of July, 1934, filled the Offices of J.S .. S .S., J.H. and Z. Elected to the Grand Executive in 1952, Third Principal in 1957, Second Principal in 1958 and Grand First Principal in 1959.

Order of High Priesthood

He was anointed and set apart to the Holy Order of High Priesthood on the 9th day of May, 1956.

Chivalric Masonry

Consecrated in Cyprus Preceptory, Calgary, April 22nd, 1958.

Honorary Degrees

Honorary Past Grand First Principal of Saskatchewan and Manitoba, Past Masters Degree, November 19th, 1954, Cut Bank, Montana.

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Clther Societies

President of High River Ro1ary, 1950.

Civil Service Executive member for eight years.

Past President of Alberta School Inspectoor's Association.

Order of Eastern Star.

Official Trustee of Turner Valley School District No. 4039, for the past fourteen years.

Most Excellent Companion Charles Laverty is a keen s'tud­ent of our beloved order and has given much of his time and tctlent in furthering the order, and we wish him a long and useful life in the pursuits of our beloved Capitular Rite.

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PROCEEDINGS of the

Grand Chapter of

Royal Arch Masons of Alberta at the

FORTY-SIXTH

§nnual C!Conbocation 1960

Held in the

City of Calgary, Alberta

May 11th, 1960

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Grand Chapter of ]loyal Arch Masons of Alberta

46th Annual Convocation Proceedings

Minutes of the Proceedings of the Forty-sixth Annual Convocation of The Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Alberta on the 11th day of May, A.D. 1960, A.L. 2490.

OFFICERS PRESENT M.E. Companion C. M. Laverty _______________ _____ Grand First Principal RE. Companion H. B. Wilks ---·--------------------Grand Second Principal F..E. Companion L. B. McCoomb ________________ Grand Third Principal Fi:.E. Companion W. E. Baker ----------------------Grand Superintendent RE. Companion J. Gaschnitz -----·-----------------Grand Superintendent F:.E. Companion L. E. Smith --·----------------·----Grand Superintendent RE. Companion J_ Davison ___________________________ Grand Superintendent RE. Companion L. 0. Bodner ___________ ___ ______ Grand Superintendent RE. Companion T. S. Jeffery ________________________ Grand Treasurer

w.:.E. Companion F. J. Hand ____________________________ Grand S.E. (Secretary) F:.E. Companion D. J. McLaughlin ________________ Grand Scribe Nehemiah F:.E. Companion C. W. Lester -------·--------------·-Grand Principal Sojourner

M.E. Companion B. C. Jakeman ____________________ Grand Lecturer V.E. Companion H. F. Shave ---·-· -------- _________ Grand Senior Sojourner V.E. Companion N. G . Stonell _______ ____________ Grand Junior Sojourner

W.:.E. Companion A. F. Lissack -------------- _______ Grand Director of Ceremonies W.'..E. Companion A. G. Acton ------------------------Grand Organist V.E. Companion C. G . Duthie -·------------------Grand Pursuivant V.E. Companion L. Oughton _______ ------------------Grand Stewart V.E. Companion C. 0. Anderson _______________ \Grand Stewart

Companion L. Jouvenat __________________________ Grand Outer Guard

PAST GRAND FIRST PRINCIPALS PRESENT M.E. Companion W. H. Scott M.E. Companion G. Grieve M.E. Companion Fred Hand M.E. Companion C. W. Lilley M.E. Companion W. A. Irving M.E. Companion F. L. Colwell M.E. Companion J. L. Innes M.E. Companion B. C. Jakeman M.E. C.ompanion F. Mayer M.E. Companion A. L. Lissack M.E. Companion A. G. Acton

PRINCIPALS AND PAST .PRINCIPALS

Alberta Chapter No. 1 R. de Villenfagne, Z., H. D. Fawcett, F. J. Hand, George Acton, C.

E. Cosgrove, W. H. Houghton, J. R. Houghtcm, H. M. Hamilton, H. L. Coggan, E. C. Logan.

North Star Chapter No. 2 P. H. Johnson, Proxy, H. J. McCoy, C. W. Lilley, C. W. Lester, Walter

Hill, Ed. Searle, N. R. Hrudey, W . H. Scott.

Assiniboia Chapter No. 3 W. J. Hartley, Proxy, Howard Slack

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Shekinah Chapter No. 4

H. F. Shav'e, Proxy, H .B. Wilks.

Golden West Chapter No. 5

S. M. Finders, Proxy, C. M. Laverty, W. E. M. Holmes.

Kether Chapter No. 8

D. H. Allison, Z., J. A. Wellman, H. , A. L. Wadstein, J., G eorge Act::m, L. H. Allison, W. Marcellus.

Otuskwan Chapter No. 9

J. Flatt, Z., E. S. Smith, F. L. Colwell, L. E. Smith, George Acton, J. H. Booth, R. J. S. Vandersluys, L. Oughton.

Bow Valley Chapter No. 10

R. W. Tower, F. Sammons, W. Morrison.

Calgary Chapter No. 11

E. E. Fidgeon, Z., F. E. VanDemark, 0. W. Harris, T. S. Jeffery, T. D. Gold, D. J. McLaughlin, T. B. Donald.

Keystone Chapter No, 12

H. C. Johnson, Z., N. G. Stonell, G. R. Sterling.

Capital City Chapter No. 13

A. M. Delany, Z., Frank Mayer, B. C. Jakeman, T. M. White, W. E:ric Baker, L. B. McCoomb, C. S . McCormick.

Vermilion Chapter No. 14 C. T. Heckbert, Z., A. F. Lissack, W. Hudson, Scott.

Hillvue Chapter No. 16 F. S . Radford, Z., R. B. Burgman, J., G. E. Cruickshank, C. Lawrer .. ce.

Tau Cross Chapter No. 16 C. W. Camey, Proxy, E. H. Mack, S.E., W. J. McKenzie.

Mount Olivet Chapter No. 17 J. R. Hallum, Z., A. F. Lissack, J. Davidson.

Norwood Chapter No. 18 George Grieve, Proxy, G. Blyth.

The Hiram Chapter No. 19 W. S. Cummings, Proxy.

Bc:rnff Chapter No. 20 W. G. Robinson, Proxy, W. B. Ruff.

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Strathmore Chapter No. 21 E. W. Gault, Z., C. D. Sorenson, H., R. E. Gray, D. M. Gillies, N.

Scheer, W. A. Anderson, C. 0. Anderson.

Crescent Chapter No. 24 F. B. Stewart, Z., ). L. Innes, F. W. Keyte, George Acton, L. E. McKay,

L. ). Daniels, C. G. Duthie, F. G. Pring, J. M. Donaldson, Archie P. Newall, W R. Roberts, G. A. Bagley, S. R. Hooper, S.E.

Harmony Chapter No. 26 W. G. Stiles, H., L 0. Bodner, George Acton.

Eheyeh Chapter No. 27 E. H. Dick, Z., J. A. Gaschnitz, W. A. Irvine, Alex Nicol, S. E.

Hanna Chapter No. 28 E. W. Osborne, Proxy.

Edson Chapter No. 30 C. W. Jackson, Proxy.

Parklands Chapter No. 31 Fred Ramsay, Z., A. C. Knudson, J., S. D. Simonson.

Viking Chaplet No. 32 J. Finnemore, Proxy.

Hamar Chapter No. 33 T. A. Parkinson, Z.

Wapiti Chapter No. 24 Norman Leslie, Proxy, Joe Putters.

,Empress Chapter No. 35

Bethel Chapter No. 36 Bert James, H., A. F. Lissack.

Coronation Chapter No. 37 Bert James, Z., C. H. Gilks, J., J. A. McKenzie, R. W. Irvine.

COMMITTEE ON CREDENTIALS

The Committee on Credentials having reported that a constitutional nu:'.llber of Chapters were represented by their qualified representatives the Forty-Sixth Annual Grand Chapter Convocahon was opened in a rrple form at 9:40 a.m., on Wednesday, May !Ith, 1960, A.L. 2490 by the Grand First Principal, Most Excellent Companion C. M. La-.rerty.

The Grand First Principal then requested the Companions to rise while the blessing of the Most High was asked for the success of the Gro:nd Chapter.

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RECEPTION OF DISTINGUISHED VISITORS

The Grand First Principal then requested Most Excellent Companion George Grieve to retire and introduce the Visitors from Manitoba.

Most Excellent Companion F. C. Nixon Grand First Principal.

The Grand First Principal then requested Most Excellent Companion A. F. Lissack lo retire and introduce our Visitors from Saskatchewan .

Most Excellent Companion H. K. Halldorson, Grand first Princi:oal. Rt. Excellent Companion J. H. Sinclair, Gmnd Second Principal. Rt. Exce:lent Companion Olio L. Doerr, Grand Third Principal. Tbe Grand First Principal then requested Most Excellent Compar.ion

B. C. Jakeman lo retire cmd introduce our Visitors from Montana. Most Excellent Compan.ion Andrew R. Sims, Grand High Priest. Most Excellent Compcmion Sydney Carkell, Past Grand High Priest. Most Excellent Companion Frank Van Demark, Past Grand Eigh

Priest and Grand Master of Masons in the Stale of Montana. Grand Honours were then given led by R.E. Companion Walter Hill.

The Grand first Principal then thanked the Visitors for their attend­ance and remembering the limes of our v'isils lo their Province ond hoped that they would have a nice lime in this Grand Chapter Con­voca~ion. They were invi.led lo lake their seats in the East.

The Grand first Principal then requested Most Excelle.nt Companion W. H. Scoll to retire and introduce Most Excellent Companion J. Lu ther Jordan, General High Priest.

Gmnd Honours were given, and the Grand First Principal then addressed our Honoured Guest, thanking him for his visit and assuring him of our continued interest in the affairs of the General Grand Chapter, and bringing lo the attention of the Companions that this was the first time that !he General Grand High Priest had visited our Grand Chapter, coming some 3,500 miles lo be present this morning.

The Grand First Principal then requested Most Excellent Companion Frank Mayer lo retire and introduce the Representative of the Grand Council of Western Canada, Royal and Select Masters Cryptic Rile.

Most Illustrious Companion C. W. Lilley representing the Grand Master, Most Illustrious Companion Norman Kennedy, he was received with Grand Honours and invited to a place in the East.

The Grand First Principal then requested Most Excellent Companion C. W. Lilley lo retire a:nd introduce the representatives of the Grand Lodge of Alberta, A.F. & A.M., G.R.A.

Most Worshipful Brother Dav'e Little, Grand Master, and Right Wor­shipful Brother E. H. Rivers, Grand Secretary, were then introduced to the Companions, welcomed by the Grand First Principali .and invited to the East.

Most Worshipful Brother Dave Little who is a Companion of the Chapter, then spoke, thanking the Grand First Principal and Companions for the wonderful reception, and was sorry that he could not slay owing to other commitments, and wa;s very pleas·ed to see so many of the Companions who were very interested in Masonry attending this Grand Convocation, and that some day he would be able to slay and enter into the deliberations of the Grand Chapter.

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Rt. Worshipful Brother E. H. Rivers, slated that it was a great honour to be received with the Grand Master, and would like to add my very best to you in your deUiberali·ons.

The Grand Principal then thanked the Grand Master and Grand Secretary, for their attendance and wished them well in their coming Grcnd Communication to be held in June next.

They then retired and the Companions showing their pleasure by a Royal send off.

The Grand First Principal then requested Most Excellent Companion J. L. lnnes to retire and introduce the representative of The Imperial Conclave of Canada.

Most Illustrious Knight Companion C . W. Lilley, representing The Grcnd Sovereign, Most Illustrious Knight Companion William G. Scott, was then introduced to the Companions, welcomed by The Grand First Principal and invited to take his seat in the East.

Prei.iminary Report of Oredential Committee

The Committee reporting that all Chapters were represented except one.

Rec:ding Minutes

On the motion of M.E. Companion Frank Mayer, seconded by M.E. Conpanion A. G. Acton, it was resolved:-

That the minutes as printed in the proceedings be taken as read anc confirmed.

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Report of

The Grand First Principal My Dear Companions:

As the month of May rolls in on us once more we are a bit startle:i to find our year of office crn Grand First Principal at an end. At the same time we feel apologetic because so many things which had bee::i planned are still undone. We assure you, however, that we have tried and have in fact been a bit unfortunate in having lost most of the last two months through hospitalization.

When I was elected to this office a year ago, I felt very humble and at the same time very thankful to you for having more confidence in me than I had in myself. I still fee humble and I am more than ever thank­ful to the members of this Grand Chapter for placing me in this position and giving me the opportunity to serve as best I could. I have enjoyed it more even than I felt I would. I regret that I was unable to get about more than I did for I do feel that much of the satisfaction one gets an::! much of the good one can do comes from visits.

NECROLOGY

Once more we note the loss of many faithful workers from among us. One feels that some of them can scarcely be replaced. Let their ex­ample and their passing be ct spur to each of us to try to fill the breach. Thus we will find ourselves better men and at the same time do honour to those who have gone, in a manner which they would appreciate and commend.

May we extend our most kindly sympathy and condolences to those loved ones who are left behind and who mourn.

INVITATIONS

Invitations have been received to attend the Grand Convocations of Sister Jurisdictions of Saskatchewan, British Columbia, Manitoba, Mon­tana, Conference of Canadian Grand Chapters, and the General Grand Chapter.

Invitations have been extended to the Grand Chapter of Britis.h Columbia, Grand Chapter of Saskatchewan, Grand Chapter of Manitobi:r, Grand Chapter of Canada in Ontario, Grand Chapter of Quebec, Grand Chapter of New Brunswick, Gr.and Chapter of Nova Scotia, Generc11 Grand Chapter, Grand Lodge of Alberta, A.F. & A.M., A. & A., 0.N.M. Shrine. The Order of High Priesthood, Great Priory of Canada, and The Grand Council of Wes tern Canada, Cryptic Rite of Canada.

I am sorry to say that I was unable to attend in any case except :ln Manitoba, where I was accompanied by Most Excellent Companion Hand, Rt. Ex. Companion H. D. Fawcett, Ex. Companion George Lambe:rt, Most Ex. Companion Alf Peart, Most Ex. Companion )as. Innes, Most Ex. Companion C. W. Lilley and others.

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Manitoba Grand Chapter did me the honour to make me an Honorary Grand First Principal of their Grand Chapter and entertained us royally during our stay.

We formed rather a large group in Manitoba Grand Chapter and I believe they felt pleased that we had extended ourselves in this friendly S'Jpporting gesture. I am sure too that every one in the Alberta group fol! happy about the visit.

DISTRICT MEETINGS

It had been my hope, on coming into office, that I would be sure to attend all District Meetings, and get to as many individual Chapters as I could without feeling that I was neglecting the work for which I receive my salary. I did not quite measure up to expectations, and I offer my apologies. I ran into clashes about which I could do nothing. I am going to try to continue on and perhaps combine my visits with those of my successor, thus getting to some of those Chapters which I foe! I have neglected and getting better acquainted there.

District No. 1-l was pleased to be able to attend Rt. Ex. Comp. Eric Eaker's District Meeting in the Central Masonic Temple in Edmonton on Wednesday, September 30, 1959.

The meeting was well a ttended and very well conducted. All five Chapters were represented and reported. Rt. Ex. Comp. Baker is a sincere and earnest companion who earns and receives strong support in District No. 1. He heads an excellent team.

District No. 2-I got my dates crossed with respect to District No. 2 meet­ing and did not get them straight until we met Most Ex. Comp. Lissack o:t District No. 5, meeting a night or so previous. By then I had made ether commitments which made it impossible to attend. My apologies to District No. 2. I certainly intended to be there.

District No. 3-I attended the District Meeting at Banff, on February 20th, where Rt. Ex. Comp. Lloyd E. Smith presided. It was a good meet­ing and I was struck with the goodly attendance from Keystone Chapter cmd from Strathmore both of which had a long way to come. The Cal­g·ary Chapters combined to charter a bus and took along a goodly number of Grand Chapter Officers and Past Officers.

District No. 4-This meeting was held fairly early in the fall and we hit a rather bad night. One or two of the Chapters found it impossible to get rnpresentatives down to Lethbridge b ecause of the ice and snow which made the going a bit rough for Most Ex. Comp. Hand and myself on the return trip . It turned out to be rather a good meeting nevertheless as I recall it though I have somehow misplaced my notes regarding it.

District No. S-This meeti;ng was held in Killam on October 21st, 1959, under the leadership of Rt. Ex. Comp. J. Davison. Most Ex. Comp. Hand cmd I drove up. W e had a very good meeting with, I think, sixty-thI(ee present from the various Chapters. I took some personal satisfaction from the fact that nearly one-third of the gathering represented my old Home Chapter at Vermilion. It was pleasing too, to see a t this Dis trict Meeting, Ex. Comp. Hill from Lloydminster Chapter in Saskatchewan.

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District No. 6-This District is composed of four Chapters scattered from Gleichen to Medicine Hat along the Trans-Canada Highway. We had a good meeting at Bassano on Monday, November 23rd, 1959, but most ol the attendance was from Bassano and Gleichen. Rt. Ex. Comp. L. 0. Bodner presided and both he and his supporters in this area showed ability and enthusiasm. Again I was accompanied by Most Ex. Comp. Hand, who is a tower of strength in "District Meetings and in all situa­tions where the Grand First Principal finds himself in need of more ex­perience and know-how.

BY-LAWS APPROVED

Eheyeh Chapter No. 27 -------·----Change By-Laws to raise the Annual Due:> from $5.00 to $8.00.

The Hiram Chapter No. 19 ........ Change location of meeting place.

Otuskwan Chapter No. 9 ........ Change By-laws to raise the Annual Due~., after March 31st, one dollar more.

GRAND REPRESENTATIVES

To the Grand Chapter of:

Alabama ·························------·-····--· E. Comp. Elmer Carson

Louisiana ---··········--------------·-- -------·--E. Comp. Chas. E. Shoemaker

Maryland ....... ................................ E. Comp. Leland C. Noel

New South Wales ....... ............... V.E. Comp. E. M. Lovett

Indiana .......................................... E. Comp. D. R. Kimble

Rhode Island ................................ E. Comp. R. E. Knight

Saskatchewan .............................. M.E. Comp. H. K. Halldorson

South Carolina ............................ E. Comp . B. M. Smith

Switzerland ...................... ............. E. Comp. R. 0. C. Clyne

Western Australia ...................... R.E. Comp. R. W . Prince

W isconsin ..................................... E. Comp. P. Thomasgard

From the Grand Chapter of:

Massachusetts ........... ... ............... .R. E. Comp. D. M. Cameron

Ontario .......... ............ ... ..... ............. R. E. Comp. ). D. O'Neil

Oklahoma ... ........................ .......... .R.E. Comp. N. Scheer

Vermont .......................................... R. E. Comp. W. ). Gutowski

Switzerland ·· ············ ··· ·········--·----R E. Comp. Ed. Searle

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DISPENSATIONS GRANTED

Shekinah Chapter No. 4 ........... Change night of Regular Convocation.

K.~ther Chapter No. 8 ................ Change night of Regular Convocation.

Bow Valley Chapter No. 10 ...... Change night of Regular Convocation.

Otuskwan Chapter No. 9 .......... Change night of Regular Convocation.

Wapiti Chapter No. 34 .............. Change night of Regular Convocation.

Crescent Chapter No. 24 .......... Change night of Regular Convocation.

Norwood Chapter No. 18 .......... Change night of Regular Convocation.

H:irmony Chapter No. 26 .......... Change night of Regular Convocation.

Norwood Chapter No. 18 .......... Change time of Regular Convocation.

Pmklands Chapter No. 31 ....... Change night of Regular Convocation.

Shekinah Chapter No. 4 ......... Elect and Insta ll a First Principal who has not served in the office of Second and Third Pricipal.

Otuskwan Chapter No. 9 .......... Change night of Regular Convocation for Joint Installation.

Golden West Chapter No. 5 .... Change night of Regular Convocation.

Crescent Chapter No. 24 .......... Elect and Install a First Principal who has not served in the office of Second Prin­cipal.

C::escent Chapter No. 24 ............ Change night of Regular Convocation and open at 5:00 p.m. for Regular Business and Installation of Officers.

Edson Chapter No. 30 ............... Elect =d Install G Second Principal who has not served in the office of Third Principal.

A:isiniboia Chapter No. 3 ........ Change night of Regular Convocation and to open at 7:30 p.m.

Hillvue Chapter No. 15 .............. Change night of Regular Convocation.

O 'uskwan Chapter No. 9 .......... Elect and Install S.N. Out of time.

Hmmony Chapter No. 26 ....... .Install the Third Principal and I.P.Z. Out of time.

North Star Chapter No. 2 ........ Change night of Regular Convocation.

C::escent Chapter No. 24 ......... Change time of Regular Convocation to 7:30 p.m.

Pcxrklands Chapter No. 31 ........ Change night of Regular Convocation.

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Visits During 1959-1960

I succeeded during my term of office in visiting about half of the Chapters in the province. Some of them I visited several times beca.ise of special occasions or because they were so located that I found it fairly easy to do. Several of these visits were unannounced, not because I think this is a good thing for The Grand First Principal to do or because I want to sneak up on some one, but because I found before long 1hat my regular work would not allow me to make dates very far in advance, Hence I saw that I was failing to get to places I should have reached if I had been content to go on the spur of the moment.

I saw the officers installed in Norwood Chapter No. 18, Strathmore Chapter No. 21, Otuskwan Chapter No. 9, Alberta Chapter No. 1, and Tau Cross Chapter No. 16. R. Ex. Companion N. Scheer accompanied me to Strathmore on this occasion and R. Ex. Comp. Simonson, Ex. Como. Stan Finders and Comp. C. Fredall went with me to Tau Cross where we "aw R. Ex. Comp. E. H. Mack put on a very good Installation.

At least five other visits stand out in my memory this year. !3ome of them I think I shall remember always.

We had a very fine and enjoyable visit to Wapiti Chapter in Gmnd Prairie on a bright sunny weekend, Se.Ptember 12th. The three Edmonton chapters combined to fill a bus with thirty odd passerrgers c:i;nd we left Edmonton about nine in the morning, drove to Grand Prairie nnd held a meeting, putting on the Royal Arch Degree that night for them. The fo!lcwing morning we returned.

The spirit of the companions from Edmonton Chapters and that of the hosts at Grand Prairie was an inspiration to everyone.

A little later in the year practically the same group from Edmonton participated in a similar trip to Edson Chapter also on a weekend cmd also very inspirational.

Both of these trips have all but become annuals with the Edmonton Chapters . Organization in both cases fell heavily on the shouldern of Rt. Ex. Comp. E. H. Galbraith to whom we all owe a great deal for s·.1ch efforts. We are ver.Y sorry to note that Rt. Ex. Comp. Galbraith is bc1ck in hospital right now for further cancer treatment.

Rt. Ex. Comp. Simonson and myself visited Parklands Chapter at Wainwright, at their January Meeting and spent a very pleasant evening with the companions of their Chapter. Rt. Ex. Comp. S~monson was First Principal there in 1953 and still retains his membership.

In company with Rt. Ex. Comp. Lloyd Smith, I attended a meeting of Crescent Chapter on September 9th and saw this chapter start off its year by having a group of novices put on the M.M.M. Degree.

I was also present along with a great many other visitors when Crescent Chapter No. 24, celebrated its Fortieth Anniversary on November 16th. May I say now that a great deal of energy and enthusiasm were expended this year in Crescent and that the effect would seem to be Lasting and very very good for the chapter and indeed for the whole district.

Most Ex. Comp. Dusenbery's Visit

As Grand Master of the Order of DeMolay, Most Ex. Comp. Earl E. Dusenbery came to Calgary in early October 1959. On October 12th he invited some nine members of the Grand Council and Past Grand First Principals to dinner at the Palliser. We discussed everything which has

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to do with the relationship between our Grand Chapter and the General Grand Chapter. This was an attempt to see into the future a little more clearly and to become better acquainted. It was a profitable and well enjoyed evening.

One of the results of this meeting may well be that Most Excellent Companion Luther Jordan, General Grand High Priest of the General Grand Chapter is with us today and we welcome him most heartily.

Another result of the meeting was that I went to one of the DeMolay meetings which were in session at the time and came away with a fee!i::lg that we should know more about DeMolay and should probably b e doing a great deal more in support of it.

I wish to thank the six Grand Superintendents who represented me this year and to add that I feel that they did a very good job in each of their respective districts.

l also commend and confirm the election of each of the District Grand Superintendents elected at the six district meetings.

RE. Comp. W. E. Baker RE. Comp. L. E. Smith

RE. Comp. J. Gaschnitz RE. Comp J. Davidson

RE Comp. T. Spanos RE. Comp. L. 0. Bodner

Conclusions

:)uring my visits this year, I have spoken on many occasions and havE' tried to stress several ideas which I believe should hold a more prominent place with us as Royal Arch Masons.

( have stressed the idea that the Royal Arch Degree is the com­pletion of the Master Masons' Degree. It was once a part of it. We should let the brethren know that the third Degree is not complete without it. l do not think that this should be done in any beligerent fashion or in such a way as to create friction but I do not think it should be neg­lected. It is part of our job.

[ have urged that while Masonry embraces many religions and tries to bar none who believe in GOD from her Councils, she is hence in a stronger position perhaps than any single religious group to insist on men retaining a right relationship with The Almighty a nd with each other. She should no doubt be taking a stronger stand in the establish­ment of right attitudes, right morals, right thinking than she is doing today. I mean a more definite stand in which each member recognizes his personal responsibility.

I have urged in my talks that the study of Masonic history and symbolism can be very interesting and enticing for any who will take the trou:::ile to do a little thinking and investigating. Further I believe that one quickly derives ideas which make him interesting to listen to and at the same time entice him to search further.

Finally may I pledge my loyalty to the incoming Council and express my willingness to be of service in any way possible to this Grand Chapter which has been good to me and has welcomed me in the far reaches of this province in friendly and fraternal fashion and made me feel easy in a job which I was honestly afraid to undertake a year ago.

Yours Fraternally, CHARLES M. LAVERTY, Grand Z.

On the motion of M.E. Companion C. W. Lilley, seconded by RE. Companion H. B. W,ilks, it was :-

Resolved that the Grand First Principal's Address be referred to the Committee o,n Grand First Principal's Address.

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DISTRICT No. l

To the Most Excellent Grand First Principal, Officers and Compan .ons of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Alberta.

Most Excellent Sir and Companions: I have the honor to submit, for your consideration, my report as

Grand Superintendent of District No. 1 for the past Grand Chapter year.

OFFICIAL VISITS

Capital City Chapter No. 13

On September 11th, 1959 I made my official visit to my own Chapter and was most warmly welcomed and accorded Grand Honors. Several present and past Grand Chapter officers accompanied me, including the Grand First and Third Principals. It was indeed a great privilege , for me, to welcome Most Excellent Companion Laverty and Right ExceJent Companion McCoomb to the Chapter, and I felt most highly honored by their presence.

Although the weather was quite unsettled and many Companions were still away on holidays, there were 32 Officers and Companions a n d 10 visitors in attendance.

After the Regular business of the Chapter was concluded, I wm: in­vited to address the Companions. I selected as the subject of my ad­dress "Solomon's Temple, Its Construction and Furnishings". My talk was v'ery well received and I was most gratified by the favorable com­ments I received from the Grand First Principal.

Capital City Chapter has a fine slate of officers. The business affairs are well handled and the Degree Work is very well exempli fied. The books and records are well kept and the financial condition of the Chapter is good. The average attendance is 42 Officers and Compan­ions and there are usually several visitors.

Wapiti Chapter No. 34

I made my official visit to Wapiti Chapter on Sept. 12th, 1959. Each year the Companions of the Edmonton Chapters pay an annual visit to Wapiti Chapter. Most Excellent Companion Laverty and myself chose this occasion to make our official visits, and a better week end coulci not have been selected for the trip. The weather ' was ideal.

This year, as in the past, all the travel arrangements were rr.ade by Right Excellent Companion Dr. Galbraith, the District Secretary.

We left Edmonton a t 9:00 in the morning and arrived at Grcmde Prairie shortly after 4:00 p.m. Several of the Grand Prairie Companions were at hotel to welcome us, together with five Companions who had come from Edson. After checking in at the hotel and having dinner, we repaired to the Masonic Hall.

Accompanied by several Present and Past Grand Chapter Offkers·, I was most cordially received and accorded Grand Honors. After being invited to the East to assume the sceptre, I thanked the Companions for their hearty welcome and the Distinguished Companions who accom­panied me retired and accompanied the Grand First Principal into the Chapter. It was my great honor to receive and welcome Most Excellent Companion Laverty and invite h im to the East to assume the sceptre. Most Excellent Companion Laverty thanked the Companions for the ir fine reception and afterwards turned the chair over to Excellent Companion Hall.

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The Business Meeting was conducted in a very efficient manner by the ::iegular Oficers after which the Royal Arch Degree was conferred upor. eight candidates by a degree team composed of Companions from every Chapter in the District, under the capable direction of Most Excel­lent Companion Peart. Most Excellent Companion Peart and his team were· congratulated on the excellent manner in which the degree was exemplified. Sixty-three Companions were present at this assembly.

After foe Chapter was closed we were escorted to a beautifully decorated banquet room where we were truly royally dined. When called upon to speak, I took advantage of the occasion to express my sincere thanks to all who had made this such a memorable occasion. To the Companions ol Wapiti Chapter for their outstanding hospitality; to Right Excellent Companion Dr. Evan Galbraith for arranging the trans­portcrtion; to the five Companions who came from Edson to be with us and to Excellent Companion Hall who travelled all the way from Fort St. John to preside over this meeting. It is a fine tribute to Royal Arch Masonry and to Wapiti Chapter to have such a conscientious officer.

The Grand First Principal added his thanks to mine and gave a short but very interesting address, which was very well received.

:: found the books and records of the Chapter to be well kept and the :!inancial standing fairly good. Besides the eight Companions who were Exalted to the Supreme Degree, another nine applications were received. After suffering several setbacks, due to Officers and Compan­ions being transferred or moving from the district, Mapiti Chapter, I feel, is m.:rking good progrss, and much better days are ahead.

At 9:00 in the morning we boarded the bus for Edmonton and arrived back: about 4:30 p.m. A wonderful trip and a most memorable occasion.

Edso•n Chapter No. 30.

My official visit to Edson Chapter was made in conjunction with that of the Grand First Principal, on Nov. 21st, 1959.

As is the case with the visit to Wapiti Chapter, the Edmonton Com­panions h ave made an annual trip to Edson for many years. The travel arra::1gements were once again in the very capable hands of Right Ex­cellent Companion Dr. Galbraith. The bus left Edmonton at 1:00 p.m. with 29 Companions aboard, and arrived at Edson about 4:30. It was a love:.y day and the trip was most enjoyable. On our arrival at Edson we were met by several Companions and escorted to quarters which were provided for our comfort. After freshening up and having dinner, we walked over to the Masonic Hall.

The Chapter being opened, I and the Distinguished Companions who accompanied me, were introduced to the Chapter by Right Excellent Companion Bridges, and extended a very hearty welcome. I was ac­corded Grand Honors and invited to the East to assume the sceptre. Afte:: thanking the Companions for their welcome, I asked the Present and Past Grand Chapter Officers who accompanied me, to retire and attend the Grand First Principal. I returned the sceptre to the First PrinGipal and Most Excellent Companion Laverty was then introduced, accorded Grand Honors and invited to assume the sceptre. After ex­pres>ing his appreciation for a fine reception, Most Excellent Com­panion Laverty turned the meeting over to the Regular Officers. It was a well attended meeting with 49 Companions being present. The Regular Business was conducted very efficiently, following which the Royer! Arch Degree was conferred on one candidate. This Degree was under the capable direction of Most Excellent Companion Frank Mayer. When asked to speak, following the degree, I gave the Companions an

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account of the "Ancient" and "Modern" Grand Lodges which culminated in the "Act of Union" in 1813. This talk was most k indly received. Most Excellent Companion Laverty then addressed th e Companions, ex­pressing his appreciation for their hospitality and speaking briefly on some aspects of the Royal Arch Degree, as it ·affects our daily lives. He received a very hearty round of applause at the conclusion of his address.

After the Chapter was closed we were treated to a fine banquet, at which time I thanked the Companions of Edson Chapter for their wonderful hospitality and Right Excellent Companion Dr. Galbratth for his part in making this visit such a grand success.

Edson Chapter has suffered many severe setbacks, due chiefly to the curtailing of the railway facilities. Many Companions have had to leave Edson on this account. However the Chapter h as carried on fairly well under rather extreme difficulties and the future prospects are a little brighter. I found the affairs of the Chapter in very good order and it is to be congratulated in having such an excellent Scribe "E" as Right Excellent Companion Bridges.

We left Edson just after midnight and arrived in Edmonton about 3:30 a.m. All the Companions agreed that it had been a wonderful trip.

Norwood Chapter No. 18

I made my official visit to Norwood Chapter on Nov. 25th, 1959, accompanied by several Grand Chapter Officers, present and past. I was most kindly received and accorded Grand Honors. The Business Meeting was well and efficiently conducted after which the Royal Arch Degree was conferred by the Past Principals of the Chapter under the capable direction of Right Excellent Companion Francis Smith. Follow­ing the Degree, I congratulated the Degree Team on the fine manner in which the work had been exemplified and addressed a few words to the newly exalted Companions, concluding with a short talk, showing the rela tionship of the Royal Arch Degree to those conferred in the Craft Lodge.

Norwood Chapter has a fine slate of officers and Chapter are very well conducted. I found the books kept and the financial condition of the Chapter good. tendance is 29 Officers and Companions plus visitors.

North Star Chapter No. 2

the affairs of the and records well The average ·:rt-

On Jan. 21st, 1960, I made my official visit to North Star Chapter, at which time I was accompanied by several Grand Chapter Officers, Present and Pas t. I was warmly welcomed, accorded Grand Honors and invited to the East to assume the sceptre. I thanked the Compcm­ions and returned the sceptre to Excellent Companion Sloane with the promise to address the Companions later. After the Business Meeting was completed, I spoke to the Companions on the "Spiritual Relation­ship of the Royal Arch Degree to Craft Masonry", emphasizing its necessity to complete the teachings of the Symbolic Degrees. This talk was warmly received and many o! the Companions expressed apprecia­tion after the Chapter was closed.

After a short recess a Lodge of M.M.M.'s was opened and that Degree conferred upon 7 candidates by the regular officers of the Chapter. This was the first time that the new officers had put on the Degree and it was very well exemplified.

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North Star Chapter has a very fine group of officers. The business aff<1irs of the Chapter are well conducted and the Degree Work is of a hioh order. The books and records are well kept and the financial po~;ition of the Chapter is excellent. A very friendly companionship prevails in North Star ·Chapter and the Social side of Masonry is not overlooked. The average attendance is 44 Officers and Companions and there is usually several visitors .

Dis trict Meeting

The District Meeting was held in the Central Masonic Temple, Ed:nonton on Wednesday, Sept. 30th, 1959. Capital City Chapter being the host Chapter. Forty-seven Companions signed the registrar and every Chapter in the District was represen ted. The Chapter was oponed at 8:00 p.m. by the officers of Capital City Chapter, after . which I was introduced, accorded Grand Honors and invited to the Ea>t to assume the sceptre.

The Grand First Principal, accompanied by several Present and Paat Grand Chapter Officers, was introduced, accorded Grand Honors an:i invited to assume the sceptre. He thanked the Companions for their kind reception and returned the sceptre to the Grand Superin­ten dent with a promise to address the meeting later.

The Minutes of the last District Meeting, held at Acadia Hall, Edmonton, on Sept. 30th, 1958 were read and confirmed. The reports of the First Principals were then presented and accepted. These showed thc1t the condition of Royal Arch Masonry in District No. 1 to be most sacisfactory and Right Excellent Companion Bridges of Edson Chapter presented comparative figures, which he had compiled from the last "P:oceedings" which further confirmed this conclusion.

Right Excellent Companion Wm. McGruther, Scribe "E" of Capital Ci·:y Chapter, suggested that a proper form should be prepared and sent to each Chapter, so that the First Principals Reports, submitted to the Di:;trict Meeting would be uniform. The Meeting in general agreed with this suggestion, which was discussed at some length, and the Grand Scribe "E", Most Excellent Companion Hand agreed to prepare such a form and present it to the Executive Committee for consideration.

The Meeting was then recessed to receive nominations for the office of Grand Superintendent for 1960. On resuming labor, it was found that only one name, that of Right Excellent Companion C. W. Jackson, Past "Z" of Edson Chapter, had been submitted. Right Excellent Companion Jackson was asked if he would accept and perform the duties of Grand Superintendent, to which he answered in the affirma­tive. The Grand Superintendent then declared Right Excellent Com­panion Jackson elected Grand Superintendent for 1960, subject to the approval of the Grand First Principal at the next Convocation of Grand Ct.apter. Right Excellent Companion Jackson thanked the Companions for their confidence in him and promised to perform the duties of that hi9h office to the very best of his ability. It was decided that the next Di:itrict Meeting would be held at Edson.

The District Secretary, Right Excellent Companion Dr. Evan Galbraith wc1s conducted to the East and Right Excellent Companion Ed. Searle, on behalf of the Companions who had made the trip to Grande Prairie, presented him with fine pair of gold cuff-links.

The Grand First Principal favored the Companions with a short ad­dress, which was most favorably received, following which the Meeting wc1s closed and the Companions retired to the banquet room for lunch.

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Spe cial Events

There have been some events which, I think, are very worthy of mention.

On June the 18th, at North Star Chapter, the Past Principals con­ferred the Royal Arch Degree, under th e direction of Right Excellent Companion Dr Kendall. I have never seen any Degree so well exempli­fied and it was a real treat to be present.

On Saturday, October 4th, the Annual Royal Arch Night was held in the Central Masonic Temple. A fine banquet, followed by entertainment and dancing, was arranged under the Chairmanship of Excellent Com­panion T. M. White , who was ably assisted by Right Excellent Compcm­ion Searle and the 2nd and 3rd Principals of the City Chapters . It was an evening which was thoroughly enjoyed by a ll.

The Annual Re-affirmation Service was originally arranged for Sun­day, October 25th, in Metropolitan United Church, Edmonton. Howeve11, the date had to be changed (at the request of the miniser), after being posted in the Chapter notices, to Nov. 8th. In spite of this change of date, there was a fairly good representation of the Companiops and their wives. The Rev. Robt. Morris delivered a very thought provoking sermon on "The Substitute Altar" and it was my privilege to read 1he lesson. Right Excellent Companion Dr. Galbraith made a ll the necessctry arrangements for the holding of this service.

Addendum

On February 29th, 1960, at a Meeting held in the Central Masonic Temple, Edmonton, at 8:00 p.m. the ORDER OF HIGH PRIESTHOOD was conferred upon forty-one Past First Principals and Firs t Principals. This ceremony was conducted by Most Excellent Companion Alfred Pecrrt, who was ably assisted by other Companions of the Order. This event, I think, was outstanding, not only by reason of the number of candidates, but by the excellence of the Work as performed by the individual mem­bers of the Degree Team.

Generalities

Most Excellent Sir and Companions, during my term of office, I hctve endeavoured to carry messages of Educational interest to the Com­panions; to correct any deviation from accepted practice and to establish uniformity in our Ritualistic Work. These efforts have been very kindly received by the Companions and I wish to thank them for their fine co­operation.

The Chapters of the city of Edmonton have continued interchange of Degree Teams. This practice stimulates interest, promotes fellowship and produces a strong measure of unity amongst the City Chapters. I hope this practice continues.

It is unfortunate that Edson and Wapiti Chapters are so far from Edmonton, as I would have liked, very much, to have visited them again this year. I have attended neariy all meetings of the Edmonton Chap­ters and have been very gratified with the quality of their work.

I must express my very deep appreciation for the wonderful as1:ist­ance given me by Right Excellent Companion Dr. Galbraith, our Dislrict Secretary. The District is most fortunate in having such a conscientious officer.

My sincere thanks to you, Most Excellent Sir, and to all the Gr(md Chapter Officers who accompanied me on my various visits. Your kir.dly help and encouragement were very greatly appreciated.

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I wish also to thank Right Excellent Companion Ed . Searle for h is advice, he lp and support. Experience is a great teacher and Right Exce l­len ·: Compa nion Sea rle was ever ready to give me the benefit of his.

This y ear has b e en a fine and me morable experience for me and I wish to thank you, Excellent Sir, and the Companion s w ho elected me to this hig h office , for allowing me the p rivilege of s erv ing in this capacity.

Thank you, one and all, Companions, for y our won d erful hospitality a n d co-operation.

Frate rna lly submitted , W . ERIC BAKER, Grand Superin tendent District No. 1.

DISTRICT No. 2

To the Most Exce llent Grand Firs t Prin cipa l, Officers and Companions of the Grand Cha pte r of Royal Arch Masons of Alberta .

Most Excellent Sir and Companions: I herewith sub mit my report as Grand Superintendent of District No.

2, b r the Past G ran d Cha p ter year.

Hanna Chapter No. 28

I visited this Chapter on O ctober 19th , 1959 and was accompanied on this visit by M.E. Companion W. A. Irving, and live other Compan­ions of Eheyeh Chapter. Th e re w a s n o Degrees conferred on this oc­cm.ion. The meeting was con ducted in a very able maner by Ex. Com­panion Peake. All Officers performed the ir duties in a very dignified manner. And my general impressions are that th is Chapter will steadily forq-e a head.

Hiram Chapter No. 19

I visited this Chapter on October 26th, 1959, and was accompanied on this trip by M.E. Companion W. A. Irving and six other Companions fro:n Eheyeh Chapter. The H.R.A. Degree was conferred on three Can­dici.ates by the Officers of Hanna Chapter No. 28, with Ex. Companion PeClk as First Principal. This Exaltation was performed in a very able and dignified manner. And my general impressions are that this Chapter experiences difficulties owing to great distance many of its Companions ha're to travel to attend.

Eh1~yeh Chaper No. 27

I made my Official visit to my home Chapter on January 7th, 1960. At this Convocation the 1960 Officers were Installed by V. Ex. Compan­ion Jenson, assisted by M. Ex. Companion W. A. Irving and myself. I have attended every meeting of this Chapter in 1959, and my general impressions are that this Chapter continues to be optimistic despite the fact that our losses almost equal our gain.

Coronation Chapter No. 37 I made my official visit on January 26th, 1960, to this Chapter, ac­

companied by M.E. Companion W. A. Irving and Companion L. Hanna. On this occasion the Officers were installed by Most Ex. Companion A. Lissick. And my general impressions of this Chapter is to particularly commend them on their very vigorous method of making their Chapter an outstanding success.

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District Meeting

The Annual District Meeting was held in Coronation on October i.7th, 1959. The weather was fine, other conflicting meetings prevented The Hiram Chapter No. 19, a n d Hanna Chapter No. 28, being represented. I was received with all the Honours due a Grand Superintendent. Ri. Ex. Companion R. W. Irvine was elected Grand Superintendent for the en­suing year, subject to the confirmation of the Grand First Principal.

Most Ex. Companion W. A. Irving gave an instructive address, relat­ing to our "Masonic Wages", which was a fitting climax to a splendid meeting.

Fraternally submitted,

JAS. A GASCHNITZ, Grand Superintendent of District No. 2.

DISTRICT No. 3

To the Most Excellent Grand First Principal, Officers and Companions of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Alberta.

Most Excellent Sir and Companions:

Having had the Honour to serve as Grand Dis trict Superintendent o f District No. 3 for the past year, I take pleasure in presenting my report for your consideration:

Following G rand Chapter Convocation on May 13th, 1959, I was required to emplane for Ontario and while there on an extended busi­ness trip, I was able to attend several Chapter meetings and to learn something of their ways . Wherever I went I was received with the greatest of courtesy and accorded Grand Honours . I w as also afforded s everal opportunities to address the companions in their Chapters.

My visits included St. Andrew's and St. John 's Chapter; Victoria Chapter at Thornhill, Ontario, Occident, King Solomon's Chapter as well as Georgina, No. 343, my mother lodge and Delta and Sunderland Lodges. On one occasion, I was able to accompany the Grand DiEtrict Superintendent of Toronto District B, on his official visit.

On my return to Alberta, I took up my duties in September and rrade at least two visits to each Chapter in District No. 3. Conditions are qood -on the whole. My official visits were as follows: -

Crescent Chapter No. 24, Calgary, Alberta.

Visitation, October 19th, 1959.

On this night there was a freezing rain falling, but there were 35 officers and members present and 10 visitors.

The Chapter officers conferred the M.E.M. degree in an excellent fashion after the business meeting and Chapter was closed at 10:55 p.m. The social hour and the companionship of Crescent Chapter is always a revelation to me. Their meetings are always interspersed with qood humour and smiles are all around. My wife and I also visited the Arch and Crescent Ladies' Night and Pot Luck Supper. This affair is always well-run and has a salutary effect upon the companionship displ<lyed by all the companions. The Spirit of Royal Arch Masonry is well ex•?mp­lified by Crescent Chapter. It was also my privilege to visit Crescent on their Past Principal's Night and found an opportunity to congratulate the Chapter on the very reverent degree conferred that evening.

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Alberta Chapter No. 1. Calgary. Alberta.

Visiiotion, October 26th , 1959. '.~here were 27 members and four visitors present on this fine eve­

ning and following a short business meeting the Mark Master Mason degree was conferred under the gavel of Ex. Comp. Harry Mekitiak. . I am very much impressed by the manner in which the work of this Chapter is carried out. The officers have a pride in doing their work as p9rfectly as possible and it is seldom that I have found opportunity to be critical. Good work is infectious and a Chapter w hich habitually presents moving and well prepared lessons invariably develops a ke en spirit in the officers who are moving upward. This can not but result in cc1pable, dignified and well qualified Principals .

Alb~rta Chapter is fortunate in having several such men on their list of of iicers.

::t is significant that Alberta Chapter frequently calls upon members to present Masonic papers in their Chapter meetings. Books and records as well as Chapter business are handled in an exempary manner. I was also able to be present at and to respond to the toast to Grand Cha :oter on the occasion of the installation of their officers January 11, 1960

Ke y ntone Chapter No. 12, Red Deer. Alberta

Visitation October 27th, 1959. Several companions journeyed with me to visit with Keystone Chap­

ter <md we were fortunate in having good roads and weather. There were 26 members and four visitors present. I was received as always with warmth and escorted to the East. I witnessed the transaction of the ir business and the conferring of the M.E.M. degree by the officers with Ex. Comp. H. C. Johnson as W. Master. The lessons of this degree were very well portrayed and two candidates were received and acknowledged this evening. I took note that this Chapter is active in com munity work and is in the habit of providing cheer to deserving cases at Christmastide. Masonic papers are often given at Chapter meetings, also. The officers of Keystone Chapter appear to be keen and interested in their various stations and several years of "good work" app-=ar to be in store for this Chapter. Records are well kept. The socio! hour of this Chapter-Like Crescent and Strathmore Chapters, seen to be something special and the members and visitors always en­joy listening to good "wholesome" stories.

I also had the pleasure of visiting Keystone Chapter in September and on Jan. 26, 1960, when I was asked to install their officers. This was my "maiden voyage" in the capacity of Installing Officer and I wish to thank the kind companions who accompanied me on this and several other visitations and assisted me so ably. They made my work much ligh ~er. I would like to see more intra-Chapter visits between Keystone, Ban] and the other Chapters of the District. The Past Principals of Cal9ary Chapter under Rt. Ex. Comp. D. J. McLaughlin and assisted by Rt. Ex. Comp. Norman Scheer and myself journeyed to Red Deer on ano1her occasion and conferred the Holy Royal Arch degree, on several Key:itone Chapter brethren.

This Chapter is in good hands and by their diligence will be a lead­ing light of Roval Arch Masonry.

O tui;kwan Chapter No. 9. Calg ary, Alberta

Visitation, November 5th, 1959. There were 37 officers and members and three visitors present on

th is brisk evening. A business meeting preceded the conferring of the

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M.E.M. degree. This degree was conferred by the regular officers, with Ex. Comp. Haggai-). E. Flatt as W . Master. The books and records are extremely well looked after by Rt. Ex. Comp. E. S. Ted Smith. This Chapter-(my own) is the largest Chapter in Albera, with some 468 members. There must be a reason why attendance averages 33 members, with sometimes only a dozen companions on the side. The sitting and past principals are urged to make a concerted study of this problem as there is obviously something to be learned from this-and somethinq to be done which might benefit all of Capitular Masonry.

Otuskwan has for many years prepared an annual picnic for the children of Wood's Christian Home at Bowness Park. Provision is always made by voluntary contributions by the Companions and a look at the faces of the children involved is reward enough and more. Congratula­tions are in order for those hard-working souls who make the arrange­ments and do the actual work.

A joint Installation of oficers with Calgary Chapter is a highlight every year in Otuskwan. Due to circumstances beyond my control, this joint installation conflicted with my previously laid plans to visit Ban!! Chapter officially on January 21, 1960; so I had to miss it with rr.uch regret. I am informed that the usual good spirit of fellowship prevailed and that the evening was a great inspiration to all.

Calgary Chapter No. II, Calgary, Alberta

Visitation, November 17th, 1959.

This was a fine evening to go visiting and 20 members and seven visitors must have thought so too. It was "Past Principal's Night and I was greatly surprised to learn that the First Principal had gone hunting.

Rt. Ex. Comp. D. ). lv!cLaughlin had been asked the previous week to act as Firs t Principal in the Royal Arch degree. He did a very master­ful job of conducting the meeting, receiving me officially and then con­ferring the Royal Arch Degree. He was most ably assisted by the other officers and several Past Principals of the Chapter on short notice.

Books and records are very well kept. It is noted that no educational work or benevolent undertak .ngs

were accomplished during the year, but I understand that projects are being considered.

Might I suggest that a conference be called by the sitting principals between them and the Past Principals to explore ways and mean:3 of promoting more companionship and genuine fun among the companions. The wisdom and experience of the Past Principals coupled with the drive and enthusiasm of the present officers should make it possible to come up with a progmm that would greatly benefit Calgary Chapter; and by reflection-all the Chapters in the District.

I understand from the Ex. Comp. G. V. Jones, 2nd Principal, that Calgary Chapter has already started a program along these lines and I wish the officers and companions every success in their work during the coming year.

Strathmore Chapter No. 21, Strathmore, Alberta

Visitation, December 10th, 1959.

Several companions accompanied me to Strathmore Chapter and following a short business meeting, the officers for 1960 were elected in regular manner.

Books and records were in excellent shape and it was noted th::xt a donation is made annually to the Wood's Christian Home. This Chc:pter has never been plagued with too many members and a good many of

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them have to drive in from many miles away. In fact the First Prin­cipal incumbent-Ex. Comp. E. W. Gault drives all the way from Dids­bury and many come from the Beisecker area. Nevertheless, the com­panionship they have for each other is hard to beat and their good time'; together-a joy to behold and to take part.

Highlight of the season was the Ladies' Night of March 10th, attended by rny wife and myself. There was a large and enthusiastic turn-out and an excellent meal served such as only Strathmore can do. Mrs. Smith was asked to reply to the toast to the Ladies. After dinner, we asseombled to play Military Whist and everyone enjoyed winning small flag~. from each other's team. Prizes were presented at end of evening. If er.thusiasm and goodwill are key factors in any successful Chapter­Stralhmore should be "the tops". I know they will have a good year.

Banfl Chapter No. 20, Banff, Alberta.

Visitation, January 21st, 1960.

SeverG! companions again accompanied me to Banfl Chapter on my Official Visit. I was very kindly received with Grand Honours and escorted to the Dais. As this was Installation Night, Ex. Comp. George Mac<enzie was handed the gavel and the officers duly installed. Work was done in a highly capable manner by Ex. Comp. Mackenzie. He farm eoci out very little of the ceremony and carried out his duties with "promptness" and "celerity". Well done, indeed.

Books and records in quite satisfactory condition. Donations have b een made to Wood's Christian Home. I approached this Chapter under the impression that they needed help in some way, but after having visit•?d them three times this term, I feel the reverse might be true by com:::iarison. Although they have a large non-resident membership, the offic=:rs and members available for meetings are most enthusiastic and making good progress. I noted that the Past Principals kept a "weather eye" on the work and the calibre of their officers leads me to believe that Royal Arch Masonry will be served at Banff.

District Meeting, Banff, Alberta, February 20th, 1960. [ waited until this date to call the District Meeting, as I felt that I

shocld make some visitations to all Chapters before attempting to present any worthwhile findings. I leave it to you as to whether my report at the District meeting justified the delay. A chartered bus left Calgary Mas::inic Temple at 4:00 p.m. and arrived at Banff Masonic Hall at 6:00 p.m.

A beautifully prepared banquet was served by the members of Banff Chapter in a much appreciated gesture of goodwill. A sing song, led by Ex. Comp. Bill Ruff was enjoyed after the meal. There were 14 com:oanions of Banff Chapter present and a total of 60 members attended the ::neeting, including representatives from all Chapters in the district. Bani! Chapter officers opened the meeting and I was received with Grand Honours, accompanied by Rt. Ex. Comps. Harold Coggan and Norman Scheer. Ex. Comp. F. H. Kidney acted as Director of Cere­monies. Ex. Comp. C. E. Walls handed me the sceptre and Grand Honours were accorded Most Excellent Companion Charles M. Laverty, Grand First Principal, who was accompanied by Rt. Ex. Comps. H. B. Wilks, L. B. McCoomb, and Most Ex. Comps. F. L. Colwell and F. J. Hand, M. Ex. Comp. Laverty gave a s hort address and returned the sceptre to me ond the meeting proceeded.

8ne minutes silence was observed in memory of our Departed Companions.

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Chapter reports were presented by First Principals or their repre­sentatives. The reports indicated that a fairly good state of h ealth p re­vailed in the Royal Craft and a highlight was a most complete and en­lightening report on Crescent Chapter by Ex. Comp. Archie Newer!!. This report showed a goal reached of 40 new members-in keeping with the celebration of the 40th anniversary of Crescent Chapter. Most commendable.

A recording was played which had been brought back from Austra­lia by Ex. Comp. Horace Fawcett; wherein the greetings of the Grand First Principal of Victoria, Australia were sent to Masons in Canada and U.S.A. as an expression of friendship and goodwill and of gratitude to us for our kindly reception of his representatives R. Ex. Comp. and Mrs. Sweeting, who were touring North America. Our thanks to Ex. Comp. Fawcett for bringing us the tape and to Ex. Comp. Archie Newall for the equipment.

A lively and informative discussion followed during which varic us points of protocol and the correct portrayal of the work were covered.

Ex. Comp. Wm. B. Ruff was duly elected as my successor for 1(160 and I would express my congratulations to him on receiving this honour and my willingness to assist him in any way he should wish in car:~y­ing out his duties.

M. Ex. Comp. Laverty presented me with the "Superintender..t's Jewel", on behalf of the companions.

I then presented my "findings" on the year's work, which I con­dense herewith:

I. Masonry does not make the man. It is the man that makes Masonry work-by actually applying Masonic Principles in his daily life.

2. Too much evidence of rituals. Some companions openly reading the work to candidates from the ritual book. This can only be permitted in extreme emergency.

3. I noticed that candidates were generally "appalled" when at the conclusion of a degree--whether well done or not-we invariably 9ot up and started congrotulating each other on "the wonderful way the degree was "put on"; instead of congratulating the candida~es and confining any reference to the degree to simply a comment on the "reverence" or " solemnity" of the work. The work should "always" be well done and much references should be confined to exceptionally presented work and then only spoken out of earshot of the new candidates.

4. Too many instances where an officer did not show up or notify F'rst Principal in-time for him to find a suitable substitute. It should be only fair that the absenting officer locate a Past officer to fill in for him; as the First Principal has quite enough on his mind to rnn the meeting and it should not be a hardship for the officer concerned to make a couple of phone calls so that the Chapter is not upset by his absence. Poor work and uncalled-for embarrassmen often ore the reward for the member who must fill his shoes. Attendance by officers is mandatory except in emergencies.

5. Some meetings are running too slowly. It is up to the First Principal to see that meetings end sooner. Too many times have meetings dragged on to the wee small hours-even to 2:00 a.m. First Principals .. . do not allow your meetings to become so loaded up with detail that you lose all opportunity for sociability. Planning will correct this and your membership will always thank you to let them avray in good time.

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6. Finally-implement a membership phoning committee. Personal con­tact cannot be substituted by flowery notices. Too many newly ex­alted companions are not coming back. Get after them. They think that you think that they are dead. Phone them up.

My thanks go out to you for giving me the honour and privilege of serving as your Grand District Superintendent. You gave me a job to do and I trust that my comments will be received with the same charity in which I offer them. I fully realize that I too am guilty of many of the "er:'.ors and omissions" containued in my report and it is only by recog­nizing them as our own, that we may correct our actions and so aid in reaching the goal we all seek.

Humbly submitted, LLOYD E. SMITH,

Grand District Superintendent, District No. 3, R.A.M., G.R.A.

DISTRICT No. 4

To the Most Excellent Grand First Principal, Officers and Companions of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Alberta.

Most Excellent Sir and Companions: I hereby submit my report as Grand Superintendent of District No. 4,

for the past Grand Chapter year.

Shekinah Chapter No. 4

I made my official visit to this Chapter on December 4th, 1959. We,ather conditions-Fair. This being a Regular Convocation, no degree work was done. The regular business was conducted in good condition. Books and finances are in good shape.

Golden West Chapter No. 5

I made my official visit to this Chapter on the 27th day of October, 19~9, on the occasion of a fraternal visit from Alberta Chapter No. I, who conferred the H.R.A. Degree. The regular business was conducted very well. This Chapter does very good work. The books and finances are• in good shape.

Kether Chapter No. 8

I made my official visit to this Chapter on the 10th day of November, 19~9. Weather conditions-Good. Business was conducted very fine. The M.M.M. Degree was conferred. This Chapter arranges their work wi1h Hillvue Chapter, taking turns to confer the degrees. The books and finonces are in good shape.

I made my official visit to this Chapter on the 23rd day of October, 19~• 9. Weather conditions-Good. Regular business was conducted in good shape. The M.M.M. Degree was confrred in an excellent man­ner. Books and finances are in good shape.

Ta·u Cross Chapter No. 16

I visited this chapter on the 10th day of November, 1959. Weather conditions-not so good. Roads very silppery with ice. The Regular Business was conducted very well. The M.E.M. Degree was conferred in a very excellent manner. Books and finances are in good shape.

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District Mee ting The district meeting was held in Lethbridge on the 28h day of

October. The meeting was opened by the officers of Shekinah Chap1 er No. 4. The Grand Superintendent was duly received and took the cha ir, and then received the Grand Chapter Officers who were: M.E. Comp. C . M. Laverty, Grand First Principal; R.E. Comp. H. B. Wilks, Grand Second Principal; M.E. Comp. F. ). Hand, Grand Scribe E.; and M.E. Comp C. W. Lilley, Past Grand First Principal.

Moment of silence for departed Companions, was observed Minutes of the last Regular meeting w a s read and confirmed. Report by Chapters of Conditions. Question Period, many questions were asked and answered by 1he

Grand Chapter Officers. Ex. Comp. L. H. Allison of Kether Chapter No. 8, was elec1ed

Grand Superintendent, subject to approval of the Grand First Principcrl. The meeting was closed at 11 :00 p.m., and in conclusion I wish at

this time to thank all the Officers and Companions of a ll the Chapters in the District for the hospitality extended to me during my year of off ice and for having afforded me the opportunity of serving you as Grand Superintendent of District No. 4.

Frate rnally submitted, TOM SPANOS,

G rand Superintendent of District No. 4

DISTRICT No. 5 To the Most Exce llent Grand First Principal, Officers and Companions

of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Alberta. Most Excellent Sir and Companions:

I herewith submit my report as Grand Superintendent of District No. 5, for the Past Grand Chapter year. Vermilion Chapter No. 14.

I officially visited this Chapter on November 10th, 1959. This woo; a regular meeting, with the H.R.A. Degree conferred on three Companicns. This work was very well done by the officers of the Chapter. I was ac­companied on this trip by M. Ex. Comp. A. Lissack and R. Ex Comp. A. Danielson. The books were very well kept and the finances in good c::m­dition. Mount Olive t Chapter No. 17

My official visit was made to my Home Chapter on March 16th, 1960. I was received in a very friendly manner and accorded Grand Honours and escorted to the East. This being a Regular Meeting no degree work was done. Discussion was lively on Royal Arch Masonry in genera: .. I want at this point to thank the Officers and Companions of Mount Olivet for the splendid support given me for the District Meeting and during my term of office as Grand Superintendent. Parklands Chapter No. 31

This Chapter was visited on May 25th, 1959. The H.R.A. Degree was conferred on three Companions in a very efficient manner. I made my official visit on March 31st, 1960. At this meeting the M.M.M. Deg-ree was conferred on two brethren. I was again accompanied by M. Ex. Comp. A. Lissack and R. Ex. Comp. A. Danielson. I was received officially and given Grand Honours and invited to the East. The b ooks of this Chapter are very well kept and the financial condition is good. Chapter closed at 10:45 p.m. and we retired to an excellent lunch down­stairs. Viking Chapter No. 32

This Chapter was visited on August 25th, 1959, it being their Regular Meeting no degree work was done, but they balloted on lour candidCites

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whi.ch was very well done. My official visit was made on November 24th, 1959. At this meeting the H.R.A. Degree was conferred on four candidates by the officers of Viking Chapter, assisted by two officers of Parkland Chapter. The work was very well done. The books of this Chcrpter are very neat and finances are good.

Hamar Chapter No. 33 I visited this Chapter, which meets a t Hughenden, on June 24th, 1959.

The M.M.M. Degree was conferred, and the work was well done. I again visited this Chapter on September 23rd, 1959, there was no degree work at this time. This is relatively a new Chapter and they are doing very well. The books and records of this Chapter are very well kept.

Bethel Chapter No. 36 I visited Bethel Chapter, which meets at Forestburgh, on March 1st,

1961J. M. Ex. Comp. A. Lissack and R. Ex. Comp. A. Danielson accom­par.ied me. The Chapter opened at 8:30 for business, which was con­ducted in a pleasing manner. No degree work was done. Finances and books are in good shape.

District Meeting The District Meeting was held at Killam, Alberta on October 21st,

1959. The meeting was opened by the officers of Mount Olivet Chapter No. 17, as Grand Superintendent I was introduced and given Grand Honours, and invited to assume the sceptre and proceed with the busi­ness of the meeting. M. Ex. Comp. C. M. Laverty, Grand First Principal accompanied by Grand Chapter Officers, were introduced by V. Ex. Comp. A. Webb, given grand honours and invited to the East. One minute silence was observed in respect to the Fraternal Dead.

All the Chapters in the District were very well represented. The minutes of the previous District Meeting held at Wainwright on November 28th , 1958, were read and approved. Ex. Comp. W. Dowkes was duly elected Grand Superintendent for the following term, subject to ratifica­tion by the Grand First Principal. Ex. Comp. Dowkes on behalf of Bethel Chcrpter No. 36, invited the Companions to Forestburgh for the District Meeting of 1961.

The evening was highlighted an instructive and witty address by the M. Ex Companion Grand First Principal, C. M. Laverty. The District Me<~ting closed in short form at 10: 15 p.m., by the Grand First Principal.

In conclusion, I wish to thank R. Ex. Comp. A. Danielson for pcting as District Secretary and all the Officers of District No. 5, for the co­operation given me during my term as Grand Superintendent.

Fraternally submitted, JAMES DAVISON,

Grand Superintendent of District No. 5.

DISTRICT No. 6 To the Most Excellent Grand First Principal, Officers and Companions

of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Alberta. Mm:t Excellent Sir and Companions:

I have the honour to submit for your consideration my report as Grand Superintendent of District No. 6, for the past Grand Chapter year.

Assiniboia Chapter No. 3 On November 19th, I made by official visit to Assiniboia Chapter

No. 3. There were 36 members and 18 visitors present. A most gratify­ing turn out at this meeting A s late of officers from Harmony Chapter No 26. conferred the Most Excellent Masters Degree on three candidates in er very excellent fashion. The Chapter is in good financial shape. The meeting was closed in harmony at 11:00 p.m. It is my intention to make a fraternal visit to Assiniboia before the year ends.

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Bow Valley Chapter No. 10 On November 10th, I made my official visit to Bow Valley Chc1pter

No. 3. On this occasion the Mark Master Masons Degree was confe:rred upon one candidate. The degree was put on in a very good manner. This is a Chapter with: a great future, having added nine members to its roster in the last twelve months. The Chapter was closed in harmony at 11:30 p.m.

Harmony Chapter No. 26 I made my official visit to my home Chapter, Harmony Chapter No.

26, on October 28th. Visitors and members present were nineteen. The Most Excellent Master's Degree was conferred at this meeting on two candidates. Harmony is a very active chapter. The officers and members of this chapter conferred the Royal Arch Masons Degree for Hillvue Char:i(t'er No. 15, and the Most Excellent Master's Degree for Assiniboia Chapter No. 3, during the year, as well as conferring the three degrees at home. Morale high, and financial conditions good. :C:rnpress Chapter No. 35

On October 15th, I made my official visit to Empress Chapter No. 35, members and visitors present were fifteen. This Chapter is very small as it has a limited territory to obtain new members from, also the Meet­ings were held on the same night as Assiniboia's Chapter, their closest chapter neighbors. This makes fraternal visiting awkward. The Lions' Club in Empress also meets on this night. This Chapter has very fine potential. After a fine luncheon, the Chapter was closed in harmony at 10:30 p.m.

District Meeting The District Meeting was held in Bassano on November 23rd. The

meeting was opened by the officers of Harmony Chapter No. 26, and was graced by the presence of Most Excellent Companion C. M. Laverty, the Grand First Principal, and Most Excellent Companion F. L. Colwell. All Chapters were present except Empress Chapter, due to weother and harvest conditions. Following the discussion period and a very fine address by Most Excellent Companion C. M. Laverty, ana the presentation by him of a jewel to the Past Grand Superintendent, R.E. Companion Howard Warner. Ex. Companion Howard Slack was elected Grand Superintendent for the ensuing year, subject to confirmation of the Grand First Principal. The Companions of Assiniboia Chapter then offered to act as hosts for the next District Meeting, an invitation that was gladly accepted by all.

As my year is about completed I wish to thank all the Companions of District No. 6, for the great honour of serving them as Grand Sui:erin­tendent for the past year.

Fraternally submitted, RT. EX. COMPANION L. 0. BOOMER, Grand Superintendent of District No. 6.

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON WARRANTS To the Most Excellent Grand First Principal, Officers and Companions

of the G rand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Alberta. Most Excellent Sir and Companions:

Your Committee on Warrants beg to report that no matters have been referred to this Committee during the past year.

Fraternally submHted, F. L. COL WELL, Chairman A. F. LISSACK L. E. Smith W. H. SCOTT

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On the motion of M.E. Companion F. L. Colwell, seconded by M.E.· Companion W. H. Scott, it was:-

Resolved that the report of the Committee on Warran ts be received a nd odopted.

RECEPTION OF GRAND REPRESENTATIVES The Grand First Principal then reque sted the Grand Scribe E., to

rea d the names of the Gr·and Representatives, and as each name was read to assemble at the Altar.

Alaska ----------------------------------·------- A. L. Griswold Alabama --------------------·---------George Blyth Arizona ______________________________________________ .£. H. Mack Argentina -------------------------------·-- ------- -----------H. B. Wilks Arkansas -----------------------------------------------------W. Hud son Scott Ca nada ------------------------------------------------ ______ J. D. O'Dell Florida -----------------·---·------··-···--····· _______ ·--- ____ G. E. Cruickshanks Idaho ------------·-------·---------------------·- _____ __ _______ _J. L. Inn es Illinois ---------------------------------------------------------- G. A. Acton Indiana --------------------- ----------+-------------------- --_J· B. Cameron Treland ------------------------------------ ___________________ _). W_ N. Beamish Manitoba __ __ _ __ ______ ____________________________ .). M. Donaldson Mississip,pi --------------------------------------------------C. W. Lilley N:on tana ------------------------------------------- ________ _)am es Cleave Nebraska ------------·--------------- --·----·-----··---------- N. R. Hrudey New York -----·---------------------------------------------·-- C. M. Lave rty New Zealand -·-·-----------·------------------ ·--------·-- Fran k Ma v er North Carolina ____________________________________________ T. S. Jeffery North Dakota _____________ __ ____ __ ______ __ _____________ ____ W. A. Irving Oklahoma ---------------------------------------------------- Norman Scheer O regon __ __ __________________________ --------------------------- Walter Hill Ph illipin e Islands ______________________________________ __ Sam Harris Queensland -----------------------------------· __________ Charles Scaife Quebec ------------------------------- -------------------------B. C. Jake man Saskatchewan __ __________________________________________ £. S. Smith South Carolina ------------------------------------------ F. W. Keyte South Dakota ______________________________________________ Alf. Peart Switze rland ··---------------------------------· ------------Ed . Searle Tennessee ______ ___ ___________________________________________ O. W. Harris

Tex as ------------------------------------------------------------ Alex Carr Utah -----------·-------------------------------------------------- A. F. Lissack Vermont ______________________________________________________ _ W. J _ Gutowski

Victoria ------------------- --------------------------·--------·-Norman Leslie Washington -·---------------------------------------------- Ge orge Grieve West Australia -------------------------·------ ·-----·-----£. ). Friend West Virginia ------ ------------------------------·---------F. ). Han d Wyoming ----------------------------------------------·-·-----H. D. Fawcett They wer·e w elcomed by the Gr.and First Princip al, and asked to

convey the greetings of the Grand Chapter of Alberta and to keep in touch with these Gr·and Chapters, as it was a friendly association of the representatives to keep harmony and good will between the different Grand Chapters of the World.

CORRESPONDENCE Lette rs were received from all over the Capitula r World and have

been answ e red, with greetings, information, and th e q u estions answ ered to a ll tha t needed this information.

O n the motion of M.E. Companion B. C . Jakeman, seconded by R.E. Companion L. E. McKay, it was:-

Resolved that the correspondence be filed in the archives.

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Report of the Grand Scribe I~. To the Most Excellent Grand First Principal, Officers and Companions

of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Alberta.

I have pleasure in presenting my report for the past Grand ChGpter year ending February 2Sth, 1959, together with the Grand Treasurer's Financial Statement and the report of the Auditor, Rt. Ex. Compcmion E. C. Logan.

Annual returns have been received from all Chapters, but there was the usual number of Chapters who were late in getting their retur.'.ls in time to be included in the financial year. But all Chapters are no-N in­cluded in the statistical table of Chapter membership.

Our membership for the year ending December 31st, 1959, was .3,807, this being an increase of 111.

STATEMENT OF MEMBERSHIP

Number of Chartered Chapters -- ------------ -------------- -------------- ----- - 31 Membership as at December 31st, 1958 -------------------------------- 3,696 3,696

INCREASE

Admitted -------------------- ----------------- -------------------------- -­Affiliated ---------------------------------·--------------Restoration ----------------------- -·---- ------------------------------------ --·--- -- ---- -------

Demitted Deleted Deaths

DECREASE

Membership as at December 31st, 1959

AFFILIATIONS

Alberta Chapter No. 1 ____________ __ ____________ L. G. Chase

232 24

7

46 30 76

263

152

3,807

North Star Chapter No. 2 ____________________ M. P. Norton, T. C. Weidenhamer Assiniboia Chapter No. 3 ________ __ ______ ____ W. H. Hayne Golden West Chapter No. 5 ________ ___ ___ _ .E, F. Noad Kether Chapter No. 8 _______________ _____________ A_ G. Acton Otuskwan Chapter No. 9 ______________________ E. D. Lea Capital City Chapter No. 13 ______ ____ ____ F_ S. Hill, D. C. Deane Hillvue Chapter No. 15 _________________________ _ H. H. Beber, R. B. McKee Mount Olivet Chapter No. 17 ___ __ _________ A_ Ferns Norwood Chapter No. 18 ------------------ .H. Sands, L. Bennington Crescent Chapter No. 24 ------------------- -- S. Brett, D. C. W_ Bell,

J. D. Cornock, R. M_ Arkle, H. M. Whitesell, J. Kalmacoff, H. Skjeie, W. A. Thorpe

Edson Chapter No. 30 ______________ __ __ ________ _ K. C. Helander Bethel Chapter No. 36 ______________ __ _______ ____ J. W. Bateman

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RESTORATIONS

Alberta Chapter No. 1 ········------------------Eric Jones Otuskwan Chapter No. 9 -··-----------··------H. ). Griffith, A. W. Jones The Hiram Chapter No. 19 __________________ [. Hardin Edson Chapter No. 30 --·-················-····-··M· Jarvie, L. D. Hickman,

V. Armstrong

DEMITTED

Alberta Chapter No. 1 ········----------------H. Sands, D. G. Patterson North Star Chapter No. 2 --------- -----·----.J. H. Hunter Shekinah Chapter No. 4 ------·-·---------------W. R. Fowler Golden West Chapter No. 5 ·------··-------T. C. Weidenhamer, J. A. Davidson ,

H. T. Wilderman, P. J. Husby, L. W. Campbell, R. L. Cooke, W. Bates

Kether Chapter No. 8 --··------------------------J. W. Jenkinson Otuskwan Chapter No. 9 ----------------------A. W. Patrick, E. 0. Burt,

E. F. Wightman, B. Locke Keystone Chapter No. 12 ---·----------------R. ). Murray, J. M. Hillock,

D. McDonald, F. F. Young, T. Wilkes

Capitol City Chapter No. 13 ----------------K. C. Helander Vermilion Chapter No. 14 --------------------C. N. Brennan Hillvue Chapter No. 15 ------------------------A. H. Gray Mount Olivet Chapter No. 17 --------------W. Nesbit, J. R. Jones

). W . Chalmers Norwood Chapter No. 18 ------ ----------------R. L. Caldwell, D. High,

W. Poulsom The Hiram Chapter No. 19 ------------------!. Hardin Banff Chapter No. 20 ----------------------------L. H. Walkley, W. I. Clark Eheyeh Chapter No. 27 ------------------------! . Morrison, J. P. Walls Edson Chapter No. 30 ----------------------------W. James Parklcmds Chapter No. 31 -·------------------L. L. Barlow, A. E. Vrooman Vikin9 Chapter No. 32 ------------------------H. Skjeie Wapiti Chapter No. 34 __________________________ L. R. Garney, H. J. Nelson

). E. Putters (Jr.) Empre·ss Chapter No. 35 ________________________ w_ Hieden Bethel Chapter No. 36 --------------------------C. Christensen

DELETIONS

Alberta Chapter No. 1 ........................ H. J. Cluff, H. A. Kurtz, J. K. Mulloy, W. R. L. Wood

North Star Chapter No. 2 .................... J. Glenton, M. E. Mattison, H. L. Murray

Golden West Chapter No. 5 ---------------·O. L. Doane, J. A. Scollon, J. F. Noble

Kethe: Chapter No. 8 ·--------------------------·D. Garrick Otuskwan Chapter No. 9 -·---······-----------H. J. Griffiths, A. W. Jones,

S. T. D. Morrow, W. J. Vaness Mount Olivet Chapter No. 17 --------------J. F. Chilton Norwood Chapter No. 18 ---------------------·E. G. Brockman, E. Humble Bassano Chapter No. 26 ·---------·------------·A. W. Henderson Eheyeh Chapter No. 27 ________________________ E. Watts

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Edson Chapter No. 30 ............................ A. N. Lang, E. C. Clifford, L. A. McKinley

Parklands Chapter No. 31 .................... R. W. Enockson Wapiti Chapter No. 34 .......................... R. Campbell, S. Smith,

H. Glesson, H. Thompson, A. Williams

Bethel Chapter No. 36 .. ........................ J. M. Wallsten

REPORT OF THE AUDITOR

To the Audit and Finance Committee,

Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Alberta.

Calgary, Alberta,

April 12, 1960.

I have audited the Books and Accounts of the Grand Chapter for ·the year ended February 29, 1960, and submit herewith:

(a) Grand Treasurer's Statement

(b) Benevolence Fund Statement

(c) Revenue and Expense Statement

(d) Constitutent Chapters Statement

(e) Balance Sheet as at February 29, 1960.

I have set up records and accounts for the Order of High Priesthood, Alberta, and have examined all transactions for the year ended Februcny 29, 1960 and submit herewith:

(f) Revenue and Expense Satement (g} Balance Sheet as at February 29, 1960.

I have examined the securities as i,n (B), (E) and (G). and find them to be correct, and in accordance with the records.

The balance as shown in the Constituent Chapters Statement are as recorded in the accounts ledger.

Inventories of supplies on hand have been listed and priced by the Grand Scribe E, who certifies them to be correct.

Calgary, Alberta,

April 12, 1960.

E. C. LOGAN, Auditor.

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(A)

'GRAND TREASURER'S STATEMENT

Receipts

Balcmce on Hand, February 28, 1959 ___________________________________________________ $ 2,709.62

Reco~ived from Constituent Chapters ------------------- -------------------------------- 4, 144.11 Grand Convolation-Refund (Luncheon) -------------------------------------------- 8.85 Interest on Bond ----------------------------·----------------------------------------------------------- 437.50

$ 7,300.08

Disbursements

Orders on Treasurer _____ ------------------------------------------------------------------ -------- $ 4,522.60

Bank S.D. Box --------- -----------------------------------------------------------·------------------------ 5.00

10.82 Exchange

Balcmce on Hand February 29, 1960:

Calgary, Alberta, April 12, 1960.

Cash ------------------------- -------- -----·--- $

Bank----------------- ----------------

BENEVOLENCE FUND STATEMENT

679.60

2,082.06 2,761.66

$ 7,300.08

(B)

Balcmce, February 28, 1959 ___________________ ----------------------------- - ---------------- $ 2,775.00 Received by Transfer from General Fund ---------------------------------------- 200.00

2,955.00 Disbursements ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 105.00

Balcmce, February 29, 1960 ----------- --------------- ___ ____ ______________________________ __ $ 2,850 .00

Calqary, Alberta, AprJ 12, 1960.

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(C) REVENUE AND EXPENSE STATEMENT

Revenue Affil ia tions Certifica tes:

·············································--· .................................. $ 2~i.OO

Membership -------------------------- ---------- ---------------···················· Li fe ----------- ______ --····--------------------- ------------- ------------------------------· Past Principals ·····-························ ··········· ····-·····························

Warr a n ts and Dispensations ··························-······························ · Per - Ca pita Dues ·················································- ........................... . Chapter Supplies-Surplus ··-······· .... ·························------------------­Bond Interest _ ----------------------- -------------- --------------··-······························· Order of High Priesthood (Cost of Die) ·············-······· ................ .

Expenditures

Grand Convocation: Proced ing s ..................................... $ Prin tin g .. ... . .................... . En tertainment ............... .................. . Rent ·····································-············· Luncheon ·····-···················· Society o f R.A.M.-Edmonton

Travelling: Grand Z ················-·········· ················ · Grand Superintendents ............... . Grand Scribe E . --······-···-········· ····· ·

Office: Grand Scribe E ............................. . Office Rent ........................... ........... . . Storage ......................... .................... . Audit Fee ··············-························· ·· Insurance ... ······-········ ·-······ ············ ··· Postage and Telephone ............... . Supplies ·············---··· ····· ········· ··········· Exchange ........................... .... ..... ..... . Bank S.D. Box ............................... . Depreciation-Office Equipment

General Expense: General Grand Chapter Dues .. Canadian Con!. Grand Chapters Grand Z Regalia .......... ............. .... . Regalia Repairs ........... ..... ............. . Instruction Booklets-Gr. Supt's. Christmas Cards .............. .... .... ... .. . Obituary Expense .. .. ........... ........ .

Balance to Surplus ..................... . Calgary, Alberta, April 12, 1960.

626.26 59.80

171.00 20.00 80.27

100.00 $

600.00 150.00 104.35

489.00 150.00 150.00 50.00 21.15 91.88

10001 10.82 5.00

53.00

73.96 110.94 201.84 165.65 198.14

16.43 28.73

1,057.33

854.35

1,120.86

795.69

1,2013 .00 90.00 32.00 513.00

2,592.50 30.20

43'7.50 51J.60

$ 4,519.80

3,828.23

$ 691,57

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(D) CONSTITUENT CHAPTERS STATEMENT

Nai.ne: No. Amount Amount Balance Invoiced Received Dr. Cr.

Alberta ------------------------ 1 $ 169.43 $ 157.73 $ 11.70 North Star----···--·-··-·-·····- 2 405.25 386.25 17.50 Assiniboia -------------------- 3 174.54 177.81 $ .27 Shekinah ____ .................... 4 141.24 140.49 .34 Golden West ---------------- 5 116.20 114.20 6.00 Kether ---------------------------- 8 82.00 82.00 18.33 Otuskawan ------------------ 9 509.48 515.03 1.58 Bow Valley ------------------ 10 111.75 111.75 4.43 Calgary ------------------------ 11 146.10 146.70 Keystone ------------------------ 12 156.20 229.60 7.45 Capital City .................. 13 242.25 233.25 22.90 Vermilion ---------------------- 14 101.45 98.75 1.20 Hillvue -------------------·-------- 15 81.55 81.05 2.50 Tau. Cross ---------------------- 16 64.50 65.50 .40 Mount Olivet ---------------- 17 53.90 83.15 29.38 Norwood ------------------------ 18 142.46 162.24 41.52 The· Hiram -------------------- 19 63.65 63.65 32.46 Ban ff ------------------------------ 20 75.25 78.42 6.40 Stmthmore -------------------- 21 102.50 102.50 .51 Crescent ------------------------ 24 433.05 426.58 4.75 Harmony ------------------------ 26 9.72 4.50 30.02 Eheyeh ---------··------------- 27 123.25 127.75 1.80 Hanna ---------------------------- 28 91.75 87.50 5.01 Ed:son ------------------------------ 30 89.80 89.80 Par kl ands ---------------------- 31 133.50 71.85 130.25 Viking ---------------------------- 32 79.73 79.73 Hamar ---------------------------- 32 56.65 61.87 Wapiti ------------·----·---·--···- 34 114.83 119.83 26.40 Empress ----·----·--·----------- 35 66.00 68.65 4.50 Bethel -----·-··----····----------- 36 91.80 92.05 16.43 Coronation -----·-··· ··-·-·-··- 37 92.50 92.50 26.11

$4,322.28 $4,144.11 $491.97 $166.74

Reconciliation

Bal=ce per Balance Sheet, February 28, 1959 .................... $ 147.06 Add: Amount Invoiced ................ _____________________________ ................... 4,322.28

4,469.34 Deduct: Amount Received ............................................................ 4,144.11

Balance per Balance Sheet, February 29, 1960 .................... $ 325.23

Caigary, Alberta, Ap:il 12, 1960.

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BALANCE SHEET

As at February 29, 1960

ASSETS

Cash on Hand ---------------·- ------------------------------- ------------Bank ---------- ----------------------------------------- -------------------------------------Constituent Chapters-Due ----------------- ---------------------------$ 491.97

Less: Credit Balances ____________________ -------------·----------------· 166.74

Accounts Receivable-O rd er of High Priesthood --------------------·-···-·------------­Grand Chapter of Saskatchewan ------------------·-----

418.13 27.00

Government of Caanda Bonds --------·------------------------------- 11,000.00 Less: Benevolent Fund Equity ------------------ ---- ------------- 2,850.00

Inventories-Chapter Supplies -------------------------------------------------------- 1,735.85 O ffice Supplies ------- ----------------------------------------------------- 326.08

Office Eq uipment-at cost -------------------------------------- -------- 265.00 Less: Ac.;;;:Jmula ted Depreciation ________________ ------------ 53.00

SURPLUS

Balance as a t February 28, 1959 -------------------------------$13,464.38 Deduct: Transfer to Benevolent Fund ____________________ 200.00

Add; Surplus for year -···----·-- -·- --·-·-- ·-·---·- ····---------·-------

Calgary , Alberta,

April 12, 1960.

(El

$ 1379.60 2,J82.06

325.23

445.13

8,150 .00

2,J61.93

212.00

$1 3,955 .95

$13,264.38

691 57

$1 3,955.95

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ORDER OF HIGH PRIESTHOOD

Alberta

REVENUE AND EXPENSE STATEMENT

Revenue:

lr:itiation Fees ·············································-····-·····························$

Bond Interest ...... ·················································-····-···························· Servings Account Interest ................................................................... . Serie of Rituals ....................................................................................... .

Exchange ·······-················-······································-···············-·-················

Expenditures:

P:-inting Supplies .................................................................. $ 184.13

(F}

430.00 6.75 5.26

29.00 .15

$47116

Bibles ·····························-········································-··-·············· 261.00 445.13

B:xlance to Surplus ................................................................ $ 26.03

Calgary, Alberta,

April 12, 1960.

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ORDER OF HIGH PRIESTHOOD

Alberta

BALANCE SHEET

As at February 29, 1960

ASSETS

Cash on Hand -- ------ ----------- ------···- --------------------------------- --------- ___________________ $ 240.00 Bank ------------------------------------- ---- ------------------------------------- ---- ---·--- --------·-------------- 394.25 Government of Canada Bonds ----- -- ------------------- ----·---··----------------- -- --- 100.00

$ 734.25

LIABILITIES

Account Payable-Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons $ 418. 13

Surplus Balance, as at March 1, 1959 ---- ------- --- ------ - $ 290.09 Add : Surplus for Year _____________ _ ------------------------- - 26.03 316.12

$ 734.25

Calgary, Alberta,

April 12, 1960.

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STATISTICAL TABLE

Name of Chapter

Where Held

Alberta ....... Calgary ... .

North Star .. Edmonton

Regular Convocation

First Principal

Scribe E. 1959

2nd Monday .. R. de Villenlagne F. J. Hand .

3rd Thursday . F. E. Sloane ...... G. A. Kirby

J\ssiniboia Medicine Hat 3rd Thurs~.ay . P. B. Slater ... J. D. Tufford .....

:>hekinah Lethbridge

Golden West High River

2nd Wednesday H. I. Simper ... P. L. Jones

4th Tuesday .. F. McNiven ........ E. O. C ox

8. ]{ether . Pincher Creek 3rd Thursday G. W. Oddie ..... G. E. Bains

9. Otuskwan .. Calgary 1st Thursday ... J. E. Flatt ... E . S. Smith

10. Jaow Valley Gleichen 2nd Tue&;:!ay A. E. Thorssen ... E. G. Ferguson

11. Calgary . Calgary 3rd Tuesday ..... E. E. Fidge.on S. H. Scott

12. Keystone ...... Red Deer ....... 4th Tuesday H. C. Johnson .... H. B. Rogers .... .

13. 1~apltal City Edmonton ..... 2nd Friday ....... A. M. DeLany ... W. McGruther

14. Vermilion .... Vermilion ....... 2nd Tuesday C. S. Heckbert - - M. P. Norton

15. liiillvue .......... Hillcrest ........ 4th Friday ....... F. S. Radford - E . C. Wallace

16. Tau C1oss .... Claresholm .... 2nd Tuesday ..... H. Gray E. H . Mack

17. Mount Olivet !tillam ............. 3rd Wednesday J. R. Hallum A. Danielson

18. Norwood ..... Edmonton ..... 4th Wednesday S .Feron J. W. Limb

19. fhe Hiram .. Youngstown ... 4th Monday ... K. V. Solberg W. S. Cummings

20. :sanff ........... Banff .... .......... 3rd Thursday C. E. Walls ......... W. J. Robertson

21. Strathmore .. Strathmore ... 2nd Thursday E. W. Gault . R. A. Ferguson 24.

26.

27.

28.

30.

31.

32.

33.

34.

35.

Crescent Calgary ... 3rd M~nday ...... F. B. Stewart S. R. HQoper ... .

Harmony ..... Bassano .. .....•. 4th Wednesday A. Rodbourne T. E. O'Morrow

Eheyeh Drumheller ... ls! Thursday ... E. H. Dick ........... Alex. Nicol

lianna .......... Hanna ... 3rd Monday ...... E. W. Osborn L. E. Helmer ..... . Edson ......... Edson ........... 2nd Tuesday .... C. E. R. Barker s. W. Bridges .. .

Parklands .... Wainwright 4th Thursday . F. Ramsay ... w. E. Rlome

Viking ........... Viking ....... ...... 4th Tuesday .... J. Taylor ........ J. A. Barker Hamar . ..... Hughenden ...... 4th Wednesday F , A. Parkinson J. H. Cochrane

Wapiti ..... Grand Prairie 3rd Thursday ... C. Carleton

.Empress ....... Empress .... 3rd Thursday ... R. Clark D. 0. Hanson

Ken Hern

36. :sethel .......... Forestburg !st Tuesday ....• J. E. Fosse n ...... H. D. Ewasiuk ..

37. Coronation .. . Coronation ...... Last Tuesday .... A. J. James ......... Gordon Hunter

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TO DECEMBER 31st. 1959

Address Scribe E.

1717 - 28 Ave. s.w .. Calgary

8804-!0lst Street, Edmonton _

1226 - 3rd Ave., Med. Hat

930 - 16 St. S .. Lethbridge __

Box 656, High River _

Box 872, Pincher Creek ·--

419 - 14th St. N.W., Calgary

Box 70, Gleichen ····--------2220-28th Ave. S.W .. Calgary

5524-45th Avenue. Red Deer

10422-87th Ave., Edmonton

Box 840, Vermilion

Box 166. Blairmore

Box 25, Claresholm .

Box 65, Sedgewick ............... .

11667 - 73rd Ave. Edmonton

Youngstown ····--··-···-··- -- ····--······

Box 748. Bani!

Strathmore ········--···--···--·-··········

832-19th Ave. N.W .. Calgary

Box 21 Bassano .

Box 355, Drumheller

Box 871, Hanna ....

Box ll6, Edson ··· ··---··-·-P.O. Box 3~[!, Wainwright .

Box 10, Kinsella .

Hughenden .....

Box 2102, Grande Prairie

Empress .. ......................... .

196 6

347 23 2

175 13

156 6

144

70 5

468 28

45 11

167 6

118 11

268 10 2

83 7

49 3 2

71 2

69 6

117 7 2

36 5

83 5

100 4

205 37 8

96 2

124 7

74 4

95 l

56 3

46 5

40 4

90 7

36 2

2 4 3 3 2

6

4

7 3 5

I I 3 2 4 4 10

5

l

2 4

2

6

2

l

3 2 3 2

2

3 4

2 6 I

3 3 2

2

I

2

3 5 3

195

366 19

183 8

157

30

36

59

26

131 13 16

71 9

481 13 32

54 9

169 2 29

122 4

273 5

88 5

51 2

72

70

120 3

41 5

86 3

13

38

3 6

2

2

8

2 '.)?

101 I ---· 11 246 41

97 l

32

11

122 2 13

77 3 8

94 11

55

49 3 9

42 2

86

36

4

Forestburg 37 37

Coronation :::: .·:·:.:~·::::::.·:::::::::::: I --36-~-~-2_3_2_2_4 __ 7_4_6_ 3_0 _ _ 76--3-8-~5-7_1_3_3_2_2 •128

Fraternally submitted,

Grand Scribe K

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On the motion of R.E. Companion Walter Hill, seconded by M.E. Com:oanion F. L. Colwell, it was:-

Hesolved that the report of the Grand Scribe E., Treasurer and Auditor, be received and adopted.

RECEPTION OF .THE PAST GRAND FIRST PRINCIPALS

The Grand First Principal then requested the Gnand Scribe E., to read the names of the Past Grand First Principals, and asked as each name was read that they would kindly assemble at the Altar.

The following responded:-M.E. Companion W. H. Scott M.E. Companion F. J. Hand M.E. Companion W. A. Irving M.E. Companion J. L. Innes M.E. Companion Frank Mayer M.E. Companion A.G. Acton M.E. Companion George Grieve M.E. Companion C. W . Lilley M.E. Companion F. L. Colwell M.E. Companion B. C. Jakeman M.E. Companion A. L. Lissack They were then addressed by the Grand First Principal, as follows:­

Most Excellent Companions, it is my privilege to extend to you a sincere welcome to our Annual Convocation, and in addre.ssing you we realize the qreat contribution that each of you has given to Capitular Masonry dow:1. through the years, and the steady influence that you give to the Grand Chapter, and we appreciate your guidance and support, thank you.

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON GRAND FIRST PRINCIPAL'S ADDRESS

To the Most Excellent Grand First Principal, Officers and Companions of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Alberta.

Mos'. Excellent Sir and Companions: Your Committee on the Grand First Principal's Address co.ngratulate

the Grand Chapter on its wisdom in electing M. Ex. Comp. Laverty a year ago to the highest office in Grand Chapter. While we appreciate the modesty and humility with which he faced the responsibilities. of his office, those of us who know him well are fully aware that .there are few Companions in this Grand Chapter as well qualified by education, study and experience to provide the leadership which the Grand Chapter has the right to expect from its head. We sincerely regret that his acti\lities have been somewhat restricted by illness during the past year. We hope and pray that his recovery may be complete and permanent, and that he will be able to accompany his successor to some of the Chapters he could not visit during his term of office. There could not be <l more agreeable Companion than M. Ex. Comp. Laverty on long all-night drives as the chairman of this Committee oan testify from his experience on a number of such trips during his term of office twenty years ago.

We regret that the Grand First Principal was not able to attend the Gmnd Convocation of close Sister Grand Jurisdictions in Saskatchewan. Briti3h Columbia and Montana. We are not aware whe ther any repre­sentatives from Alberta were present, and would suggest that in the future when the Grand First Principal is unable to visit the Grand Juri~dictions close to our borders, that a Past Grand First Principal, a member of the Grand Council, or other suitable representative be asked to represent h im.

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We have reviewed the official decisions made by the Grand First Principal with regard to crpproval by By-law amendments, and the grant­ing of dispensations to subordinate Chapters, and find them all to be in order, and within his powers under the Constitution. We also ap­prove the appointments of Grand representatives.

We join with the Grand First Principal in welcoming M. Ex. Comp. Luther Jordan Grand High Priest of the General Grand Chapter to this Convocation, and hope that our relationship with the General Grand Chapter will be more closely cemented by this visit.

We likewise concur in the Grand First Principal's remarks rel<ltive to the good work b eing done by the Order of de Molay with our young people, and urge a more active interest and support throughout our Grand jurisdiction.

As we would expect in his addresses throughout the province, M. Ex. Comp. Laverty did not fail to stress the fundamental philosophy and basic reasons for our existence as a responsible body of men in the mid­twentieth century. In our seeming continuous desire to confer degrees in our chapters we frequently neglect the systematic education of our new and old members in these fundamentals.

We sincerely thank M. Ex. Comp. Laverty for his able contribution to the welfare of this Grand Chapter not only during his term of office as Grand First Principal, but all through his Masonic life. We pray that the Most High may grant him many years to spread that light which so illuminates his own life.

Fraternally submitted,

W. HUDSON SCOTT, Chairman. F. L. COL WELL FRANK MAYER J. L. INNES B. C . JAKEMAN GEORGE GRIEVE A.G. ACTON F. J. HAND C. W. LILLEY

On the motion of M.E. Companion W. H. Scott, seconded by M.E. Companion F. L. Colwell, it was:

Resolved that the committee on the Grand First Principals address be received and adopted.

REPORT OF AUDIT AND FINANCE COMMITTEE

Tc the .Mos'i ,Excellenl Grand Firs! Principal, Officers and Companions of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Alberta.

Most Excellent Sir and Companions:

Your Committee on Audit and Finance has examined the reports of the Grand Scribe Ezra, the Grand Treasurer and the Auditor, R.E. Companion E. C. Logan, for the past Grand Chapter year, ending Febru­ary 29th, 1959.

We recommend the acceptance of th e reports of the Grand Scribe Ezra, the Grand Treasurer and the Auditor.

We recommend that R.E. Companion E. C . Logan b e continued a s Auditor for the ensuing Grand Chapter year.

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Vie recommend that the printing of the proceedings for 1959 be awarded to the Albertrm Job Press Ltd., on the same basis as last year.

In accordance with the constitution, Clause C, Section 51, your committee submits the following estimate for the probable expenses or expenditures of Grrmd Chapter for the Grand Chapter year ending February 28th, 1960.

Grand Convocation

Pro:eedings .............................. .......................................... . Printing .............................................................................. . Grcmd Tyler ....................................................................... . Grcmd Organist ................................................................. . Entertainment ..................................................................... . Rent ....................................... ... ............ ......... ........................ . Tape Recording ................................................................. .

Trave•l

Grcmd First Principal .................................................. .... . Grcmd Scribe Ezra ........................................................... . Grcmd Superintendents ................................................... . Grcmd Lecturer .................................................................. .

Offic~•

Grnnd Scribe Ezra ........................................................... . Rent ....................................................................................... . Storage ................................................................................. . Auditor ................................................................................. . Insurance ............. ................................................................ . Postage and Express ....... ........ ..................................... .. . Supplies ............................................................................... . Exchange ...... ........................................... ......... ................... . Bank Safety Box . ............................................................. . Office Expense .................................................................. .

General

Conference of Canadian Grand Chapters ....... . Gen eral Grand Chapter ............................................... . Christmas Cards ...................................... ......................... . New Regalia (Grand Z.) .............................. ................. . Resralia Reconditioned .......... ......... ................................ . Oblituary Notices .. ......................................................... . Subscription to R.A.M ........... ........................................... . Donations ............................................................................. .

Total

$750.00 JOO.OD

5.00 5.00

300.00 50.00 25.00

600.00 110.00 180.00 50.00

500.00 150.00 150.00 JOO.OD 25.00

110.00 175.00 15.00 10.00 60.00

115.00 110.00 25.00

250.00 150.00 30.00 40.00

250.00

Frater;nally submitted, J. L. INNES, Chairman. C. W. LILLEY R. M. LAMBERTSON T. S. JEFFERY E. C. LOGAN E. S. SMITH

$1,235.00

840.00

$1,295.00

970.00 $4,340.00

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REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON THE CONDITION OF CAPITULAR MASONRY IN ALBERTA

To the Most Excellent Grand First Principal, Officers and Companions of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Alberta.

Most Excellent Sir and Companions:

Your Committee on the Condition of Capitular Masonry reports as follows:

We have examined the reports as received from your Grand Superin­tendents and the Annual Returns of the Scribe "E" of the constituent Chapters and are happy to note that continued growth and progress were made in the year 1959. Our net increase of membership during the year was slightly better than that of 1958. Twenty-two of our thirty-one Chap­ters showed a net increase of membership, three held their membership unchanged, and six recorded slight decreases during the year. Our congratulations are extended to Bow Valley Chapter No. 10 of Gleichen and to Crescent Chapter No. 24 of Calgary, both of which made gains of twenty per cent in membership; to Hiram Chapter No. 19 of Youngs­town for an increase of nearly fourteen per cent; also to Viking Chapter No. 32, Vermilion Chapter No. 14, and North Star No. 2 of Edmonton, all of whom made gains of better than five per cent.

A very high standard of excellence was set at the District Meetings, the organization, attendance, and general conduct of which reflect great credit upon the District Superintendents, Stewards and Secretaries, as well as upon the officers and representatives of the constituent Chcrpters. The splendid support given at these District Meetings by our Grand Principals, and present and past Grand Chapter officers also contributed much to the success which over the years has demonstrated the great value of these occasions in stimulating a healthy spirit of rivalry, co­operation, and a commendable uniformity of work and procedures in Royal Arch Masonry.

Your Committee wish to congratulate the Districts upon the choice of District Superintendents whose election was confirmed at the 1959 Assembly of Grand Chapter. The manner in which these Right Excellent Companions have discharged their manifold and· important duties dur­ing the intervening year was outstanding and truly commendable, and your Committee has much pleasure in recommending that for their efficient services and faithful work, the rank of Past Grand District Superintendent b e conferred on Right Excellent Companions W. E. Baker, J. Gaschnitz, L. E. Smith, T. Spanos, J. Davison and L. 0 . Bodner.

Your Committee submits the following brief comments on the Condi­tion of the Order in our separate Dis tricts:

District No. 1

This, the second largest District of our jurisdiction, continues .. n ex­cellent condition. A net increase of twenty-two members was shared among three of its five Chapters. Joint meetings, exchanges of work, and inter-Chapter visits have proven of great value in stimulating interest and attendance, and have been particularly helpful as between City and Country Chapters. The District Meeting was well attended by representatives of all Chapters and proved a stimulating and most useful gathering. This and meetings of Edson and Wapiti Chapters, e<Ich of which was attended by a large bus load of Edmonton companions, were highlights of a very successful year.

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District No. 2

Al: four Chapters of this District are conscientiously and enthus­iastically carrying on and doing good work, often in the face of difficu!­ties such as widely scattered membership. The District as a whole showed a slight gain of membership during the year. A very com­mendable spirit of co-operation and mutual support exists between the Chapters of this our smallest District, and it is regrettable that owing to a conflict of dates of other meeings, two of the Chapters were unable to be represented at the District meeting.

District No. 3

This is the largest District both in number of constituent Chapters and of total membership. Its seven Chapters have a total membership of 1,400, practically thirty-seven per cent of all Royal Arch MascillS in the jurisdiction. It also has the distinction of making the greatest net in­crease of members during 1959 of any District, and it is gratifying to note that a ll but one of the Chapters shared in this increase. Educa­tional, benevolent and social activities of the Chapters are most com­mendable. The District Meeting at Banff on 20th February 1960 was a memorable occasion, and the District Superintendent and all con­cerned are congratulated on its success and value.

District No. 4

An overall decrease of eight members is recorded for the year in this District in spite of a small increase in membership in each of four of the five Chapters. Golden West Chapter No. 5 suffered an unusual loss of members by death and demission. This Chapter has a long and distinguished history, and is still in an excellent and healthy condition. W e trust their misfortunes will prove to h ave been all concentrated in this one year. The District Meeting at Lethbridge on 28th Ocober, 1959, Was honoured by an excellent attendance of Grand Chapter officers, and was of great interest and value. Unfortunately adverse weather conditions badly interfered with representation from the Chapters.

District No. 5

This District showed an overall increase of ten members, the increase being shared among four of its six Chapters. All Chapters in the District are active and healthy. The District Meeting a t Killam on 21st October, 1959, was most successful. All Chapters were well represented, and ex­cellenl reports submitted. The w it a nd wisdom of our Grand First Prin­cipal were a much appreciated highligh t of this memorable occasion.

District No. 6

Excellent progress and healthy activity were evidenced by this Dis­trict in 1959. A very commendable net increase of eighteen members was shared among three of its four Chapters. The District Meeting at Bassano on 23rd November 1959 was well attended and very successful.

Your Committee wishes to express its deep apprciation of the many visits made by the Grand First, Grand Second and Grand Third Principals to individual Chapte rs a s well a s to District Meeting s during the year, an appreciation which we are sure is shared by all who were privileged to be present on such occasions.

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We wish to congratulate Grand Scribe "E" and the Committee re­sponsible for the preparation and distribution of the revised Instruction Booklet for the use of Grand Superintendents, and .also commends the idea of a uniform pro forma for the guidance of Scribe "E" in prepar­ing reports from constituent Chapters for submission at District Meetings. It is our opinion that such reports should cover the period from the last preceding District Meeting to the District Meeting at which it is sub­mitted, and that uniformity in this matter, as well as in the general in­formation to be covered in such reports will tend to enhance the value of District Meetings generally.

Your Committee fee ls that possibly the time has arrived for a cmeful study of the possible value of some redistribution of constituent Chc1pters in the various Districts. At present the number of Chapter per District varies from four in each of two Districts up to seven in one District. An even greater discrepancy is noted in overall membership, for cne of the Districts with only four Chapters has a total membership of only 275, whilst the afore-mentioned District with seven Chapters has an aggregate membership of 1,400. District No. 5 was created in 1949 and District No. 6 in 1953, but apart from the establishment of these two Districts there has been no redistribution over a very long period. It is felt that road and travel facilities have been greatly improved since the allocation of Chapters to Districts was originally made, and all concerned might perhaps consider whether a re-allocation should now be considered, particularly perhaps in the cases of Districts 2 and 3.

Fraternally submitted,

A. PEART, Chairman. A.G. ACTON W. A. IRVING J. L. INNES FRED HAND

On the motion of M.E. Companion C. W. Lilley, seconded by M.E. Companion A. G. Acton, it was:

Resolved that the on the Conditions of Capitular Masonry in Alberta be received and adopted.

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON GRIEVANCES AND APPEALS

To the Most Excellent Grand First Principal, Officers and Companions of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Alberta.

Most Excellent Sir and Companions: Your committee on grievances and appeals are happy to report that

there has been nothing referred to them during the past year.

Fraternally submitted, W. A. IRVING, Chairman GEORGE GRIEVE W. H. SCOTT ). M. DONALDSON A. PEART A.G. ACTON

On the motion of M.E. Companion W. A. Irving, seconded b y M.E.

Companion W. H. Scott, it was:

Resolved that the committee on Grievances and Appeals be received and adopted.

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MANITOBA

The Grand First Principal then called on M.E. Comp=ion F. C. Nixon, Grand First Principal of the Grand Chapter of Manitoba for a few remarks, who replied as follows:

M.E. Sir and Companions, I am pleased to be here and bring you the greetings of the Grand Chapter of Manitoba, and also to have the pleasure of meeting the General Grand High Priest, M.E. Companion J. Luther Jord=. We are hav\ing a most pleas= time at your Con­vocation, and as you M.E. Sir were made = Honorary Life Member of the Grand Chapter of Manitoba, and have nothing to show that you were, it is my pleasure to present you with your certificate. Thank you very much.

SASKATCHEWAN

The Grand First Principal then called on M.E. Companion H. K. Halldorson, Grand First Principal, of the Grand Chapter of Saskatchewan for a few remarks, who replied as follows:

M.E. Sir and Companions, I have brought the entire Council from Saskatchewan to be with you. The entire representation from Canada of Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba, who are members of the Gene a l Grand Chapter. It is a pleasure that we have the forward look and ctware of the work that the General Grand Chapter is doing, and I am looking forward to he address by M.E. Companion J. Luther Jordan, a man who has done such a tremendous work.

VI' e in Saskatchewan are concerned with the General Craft condi­tions and feel strongly in Saskatchewan of the Brotherhood of man and the words of the Royal Arch Mason, which developes the Fatherhood of God.

I feel that the General Grand Chapter is the greatest force in the a!!airn of men and wish the General Grand High Pries t every success in cementing a strong bond of friendship, may it ever continue. Thank you very much.

REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON JURIS.PRUDENCE

To the Most Excellent Gr=d First Principal, Officers =d Companions of the Gr=d Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Alberta.

Most Excellent Sir and Companions:

Your Committee on Jurisprudence reports as follows: That no matter requiring its attention has been drawn to the notice of your Committee on Jurisprudence during the year.

Frater;nally submitted,

W .A. IRVING, Chairman F. ). HAND J. W. G. MORRISON

On the motion of M.E. Companion W . A. Irving, seconded by M.E.

Comp::mion F. ). Hand, it was:

Resolved that the Committee on Jurisprudence be received and adopted.

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REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON BENEVOLENCE

To the Most Excellent Gr=d First Principal, Officers rmd Companions of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Alberta.

Most Excellent Sir and Comp=ions:

Your Committee wish to report that no requests have been presented for consideration but would again remind Grand Chapter that there are three most deserving cases which require assistance. These are ViTood's Christian Home in Calgary, the Anglican Old Folks Home in Edmonton, and the United Church Old Folks Home in Fort Saskatchewrm.

We would therefore recommend that thirty-five dollars be given to each of the above mentioned institutions.

Your Commmitte also recommends that a further sum of two hundred dollars ($200.00) be transferred from the General Fund of Grand Chapter to the Benevolent rund to take care of any emergencies that may a rise.

Fraternally submitted, FRANK MA YER, Chairman S. W. BRIDGES P. J. KENDALL K. C. SWITZER

On the motion of M.E. Companion Frank Mayer, seconded by M.E. Companion C. W. Lilley, it was:

Resolved that the Committee on Benevolence be reecivecl and adopted.

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON FRATERNAL DEAD

To the Most Excellent Grrmd First Principal, Officers rmd Compcmions of the Grrmd Chapter of Royul Arch Masons of Alberta.

Most Excellent Sir and Comp=ions:

As we again assemble here in Grrmd Convocation, it is fitting that we pause to pay our respects to those who have been called from our midst to that undiscovered country from whose bourn no traveller rnturns. Their wise counsel and companionship will be sorely missed.

Death does not hold them for not only do we believe in GOD, and a future life of Peace and Happiness for these departed companions, but we also feel that in remembering these worthy ones we are a ble to attain new heights rmd to challenge posterity to even greater acmoplish­ments.

To those who are left behind to mourn the passing of these loved ones we extend our deepest sympathy. May their trust in the Most High give them comfort and peace.

It is with thankful hearts that we report no gaps among our Grand Chapter Officers for this past year. May they long be spared.

Let us now rise and observe a moment of silence out of respect for our departed companions.

Fraternally submitted, L. B. McCOOMB, Chariman A. L. WILLIAMS K. C. SWITZER

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3Jn Jflemorp OF THE DECEASED

Companions of Our Own and Sister Jurisdictions

.THE YEAR 1959

Death should come,

GenUy to one of gentle mould, like Thee, As light winds, wandering through groves of bloom

Detach the delicate blossoms from the tree. Close thy sweet eyes, calmly and without pain

And we will trust in GOD to see Thee yet again.

-BRYANT.

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DEATH IN OUR JURISDICTION

Alberta Chapter No. 1 ---- -- _______ .. T. P. Ingham, E. B. Sloan, J. E. John­son.

North Star Chapter No. 2 ·-·-· -·····------ -- G. R. Quigley, E. G. Ellerton.

Assiniboia Chapter No . 3 _____________________ E. G. Ellerton, M. 0 . Smeland, W. C. Goddard, G. G. Sept, J. W. Connor, J. L. Franzen.

Shekinah Chapter No. 4 --------··-·· T. Benson, E. B. Sloan, Max Stern, M. Mackenzie.

Golden West Chapter No. 5 .H. Shillam, L. A. Ostrum, Ole Nevra, W. C. Hitchner, G. W. F. Stribling.

Kether Chapter No. 8 .......... . ... C. H. Boag, W. Gathercole, A M. Densmore.

Otuskwan Chapter No. 9 ---·-·-·-········- ... A. N. Hutchinson, B. Ginsberg, H. G .

Bow Valley Chapter No. ID _

Calgary Chapter No. 11 ...

Saxton, W. W. Ferguson, T. H. Mc­ivor, C. C. Cross, M. Sulman, F. A. McDonald, G. A. McLennan, 0. J. Cowan.

... T. H. Beach, E. A. Scaife.

.T. W. Laybourne, E. G. Hartshorne, T. W . Birkett, J. E. Johnson.

Keystone Chapter No. 12 ···-··-·-··-------W. E. Lord, M. M. Downey.

Capital City Chapter No. 13 _________ ..... R. J. McKerroll, W. S. Crone, P.

Vermilion Chapter No. 14 _

Kowalski, H. B. Dockstader, K. P. Wood, V. Maurice.

...... R H. Norton.

Hillvue Chapter No. 15 ..... ···-··------------C. A. Freeman, W. C. Lucas.

Tau Cross Chapter No. 16 __ --·---·---W. R. Jones.

Mount Olivet Chapter No. 17 ..... . ... R. A. Gibson, A. Esler.

Norwood Chapter No. 18 _____ ...... M. M. Downey.

Strathmore Chapter No. 21

Crescent Chapter No. 24 .

... A. W. Longson, C. A. Browns, M. M. Downey .

.... H. C. Ritchie, S. Brett, J. E. Johnson, W. E. Doble.

Eheyeh Chapter No. 27 --·· ·················- .R. S. Peters, A. Douglas, D. S . Logan, V. B. Hawkins, W. E. Frame, G. P. Woods.

Hanna Chapter No. 28 ·------··- ··--·--·· I. F. Shocker.

Edson Chapter No. 30 .... M. Jarvie, G .N. Miquelon.

Parklands Chapter No. 31 _ ....... P. Foerger.

Viking Chapter No. 32 ···------------- ...... E. I. Jones.

Wapiti Chapter No. 34 ·---·--------------------- !'!. Jackson, D. W . Pratt, A. Cashman.

Empress Chapter No. 35 ................. ..... R. McDonald.

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DEATHS IN OTHER JURISDICTIONS

Arizom:t ................................... ............. J. M. Jones, P.G.H.P. C A. L. Johnson, P.G.H.P. F. C. Brown, P.G.H.P.

Arizon :t ................................................... E. P. Schmitt, P. G. Scribe. Arkam;as ................................................... J W. Naile, P.G.H.P.

Georgia Illinois Indiana Louisicma .

Manitoba

0. E. Nichols, P.G.H.P . ............. W. J. Penn, P.G.H.P., P.G. Secretary.

..... J. McGregor Gregg, P.G.H.P. ............. B. 0. Pruitt, P.G.H.P.

....................................... C. F. Ratcliff, P.G.H.P. A. Dobie, Jr., P.G.M. 3rd V. J. 0. Hedt, P.G.H.P.

................ .. .. W. D. Lawrence, P.G.Z. Michigan ..... .. ........... .. .. L. R. Williams, P.G.H.P. Nevad<:t ... New Mexico

New York .

North ;)akota

Nova Scotia

Ohio

............................. W. S. Macpherson, P.G.H.P. .. .............. T C. Rolland, P.G.H.P.

D. B. Je tt, P.G.H.P . ................... S. S. Fors ter, P.G.H.P.

R. L. Donovan, P.G.H.P. . .............. .. ........... E. D. Salie, Hon. P.G.H.P.

F. J. Cummens, P.G.H.P. .. L. M. MacKinnon, P.G.H.P. C. Noonan, P.G.H.P.

... C. W. Sperling, P.G.H.P. F. K. Hall, P.G. P G.H.P.

Oklahoma ........... S. D. Neely, P.G.H.P. Oregon . .. ......................................... B. A. Burns, Past Grand King. South Dakota .......................................... J. A. Johnson, P.G.H.P. Texas ............................................. 0. M. Longnecker, P.G.H.P.

Virginia

Called Off

W . McKenzie, P.G.H.P. D W. Glasscock, P.G.H.P.

.......... P. M. Shirey, P.G.H.P.

The Grand Convocation was then called off from Labour to refresh­ment ut 12:00 Noon to meet again at 2:00 p .m. The Companions then repaired to the Banquet room where lunch was served at a cost of $1.00.

Called On

The Grand Convocation was then called to order at 2:05 p.m. and the Gr:md First Principal declared the ballot closed. He then appointed M.E. Companion H. K. Halldorson, R.E. Companion J. H. Sinclair and R.E. Companion Otto L. Doerr, as scrutineers of the ballot, who then retired to do their job.

Bronze Medal The Grand First Principal then announced that the Bronze Medal,

would be presented to Charles S. McCormick, of Capital City Chapter No. 13, on its arrival.

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REPORT OF PERMANENT COMMITTEE ON THE WORK

To the Most Excellent Grand First Principal, Officers and Companions of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Alberta.

Most Excellent Sir and Companions:

Your committee on the Permanent committe on the Work, begs to re­port that nothing has been referred to their attention during the year.

Fraternally submitted, F. L. COL WELL, Chairman GEORGE GRIEVE A. PEART

On the motion of M.E. Companion F. L. Colwell, seconded by M.E. Companion George Grieve, it was:

Resolved that the Committee on The Work, be received and adopted.

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON LIBRARY, RESEARCH AND EDUCATION

To the Most Excellent Grand First Principal, Officers and Companions of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Alberta.

Most Excellent Sir and Companions:

Your Committee appointed to report on Library, Research and Educa­tion finds that some of the Chapters of this jurisdiction have requested material from our Library through our Grand Scribe E. for some member to prepare a paper to be presented at a Chapter Convocation. No specific subject of Capitular Masonry was requested but some matter of General Interest to all.

The Committee finds that requests for material is all too infrequent and we would impress on all Chapters that requests would be welcomed from many more Chapters.

Your Committee does stress the continuance by Chapters of the supply of the Royal Arch Magazine to our new members. Material contained in his book is most enlightening to new members of Capttular Masonry.

Our Royal Arch Library is ever open to those members seeking material and our Grand Scribe E., will assist in every way possible.

Fraternally submitted, B. C. JAKEMAN C. W. LILLEY FRED HAND J. R. HOUGHTON

On the motion of M.E. Companion B. C. Jakeman, seconded by R.E. Companion J. R. Houghton, it was:

Resolved that the Committee on Library, Research and Education be received and adopted.

General Business Motion

Most Excellent Companion C. W. Lilley moved and Rt. Ex. Com­panion L. E. McKay, seconded, Section 11 Sub Section (c) Appointed Officers The Grand Stewards (four) be deleted and the following sub­mitted therefor.

The Grand Stewards (Six) One from each District. This motion being put to the Grand Chapter was carried.

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Condolence

R. E. Companion L. E Smith, moved and R.E. Companion Ed. Searle seconded, that the Grand Chapter send a message and flowers to Rt. Ex. Companion Dr. Evan Galbraith, who is now in hospital, and may be there for some time.

Honorary Membership

On the motion of M.E. Companion Frank Mayer, seconded by R.E. Companion T. S. Jeffery, it was unanimously resolved that The Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Alberta confer Honorary Life Member­ship on:

M.E. Companion H. K. Halldorson, Grand First Principal of Saskat­chewan, M.E. Companion F. E. Nixon, Grand First Principal of the Grand Chapter of Manitoba, M.E. Companion Andrew Simms, Grand High Priest of the State of Montana, M.E. Companion ). Luther Jordan, General Grand High Priest, and M.E. Companion ). Sydney Carkeet, Past Grand High Priest of Montana.

REPORT OF THE CREDENTIAL COMMITTEE

To the Most Excellent Grand First Principal, Officers and Com­panions of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Alberta. Most Excellent Sir and Companions:

Your committee presents herewith the report for the Forty-Sixth An­nual Convocation.

Number of Chapters represented -------------------------------------1 otal Vote ------------------ ---------------· ---- ------------------------------------------

Fraternally 1submitted, E. S. SMITH, Chairman W_ E. BAKER

30 177

On the motion of R.E_ Companion E. S. Smith, seconded by R.E. Com­panion W_ E_ Baker, it was:

Pesolved that the report of the credential committee be received and odopted.

Montcma

The Grand First Principal then called on M.E. Companion Andrew Simrr..s, Grand High Priest of Montana for a few remarks, who replied as follows:

M.E. Sir and Companions, he then told of his experience in coming to Ccrlgary on a very cold March with the temperature at thirty below zero and the hazards of such a trip. He then thanked the Companions for electing him an Honorary Past Grand First Principal. He told of his visits throughout Montana and the pleasure that this gave him in meet­ing the many Companions and the s teady growth of Capitular Masonry in th•~ State of Montana. The humble beginning of the man of Gallilee and the mighty force of good leading to the Brotherhood of Man and in closing wished every success to the Grand Chapter of Alberta. ·

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Fiftieth Anniversary On the motion of M.E. Companion Frank Mayer, seconded by RE.

Companion ). H. Booth, it was resolved:

That a committee be set up by the incoming Grand Chapter Officers to plan for the Fiftieth Anniversary, to make plans and set up Financial Ar;angements to make this event one of the finest.

The General Grand High Priest

The Grand First Principal then called on Most Ex. Companion J. Luther Jordan, G eneral Grand High Priest for a few remarks.

He then replied briefly as follows:

Most Ex. Sir and Companions, I want to thank you for the gracious manner in which I have been received and for the conferring ol an Honorary Past Grand First Principal. I want to remind you that we are looking forward to having a goodly representation at the General Grand Chapter, we hope to have men from all parts of the earth, to cement that feeling of a United Front. A great outpouring of Royal Arch Masonry, so shut up shop and join the many Companions who wil: be there. The meeting of the General Grand Chapter has been planned for some time and we feel that a wonderful time will be had by all Companions, so make this a family affair and come prepared to enjoy yourself. He then touched on many topics of Capitular Masonry which was enjoyed by all present.

On the motion of R.E. Companion T. S. Jeffery, seconded by R.E. Companion L .E. McKay, that the thanks of the Grand Chapter be ex­tended to him for his inspiring address. Carried.

Montana

M.E. Companion J. Sidney Carkett, Past Grand High Priest of the State of Montana, thanked the G rand First Principal for the Honorary Rank of a Past Grand First Principal, conferred on him.

Election of Officers

The Scrutineers having performed their duty and counted the b a llots brought in the list of Elected Officers, as follows:

G rand First Principal ...... . .. ...... M.E. Companion H. B. Wilks. Grand Second Principal . .. ........... R.E. Companion L. B. McCoomb. Grand Third Principal ............................ R.E. Companion Norman Scheer. Grand Treasurer .......... RE. Companion T. S. Jeffery. Grand Scribe E. ..... .. ..... M.E. Companion F. J. Hand. Grand Scribe N. .. ......... R.E. Companion G. H. Galbraith. Grand Principal Sojourner ...... ...R.E. Companion H. M. Ham ilton. Grand Registrar ..................................... R.E. Companion A. P. Newall.

Executive Committee

R.E. Companion J. M. Donaldson. R.E . Companion A. L. G riswold.

R.E. Companion J. W. Limb. R.E. Companion L. Rosenberger

The Grand First Principal then declared the above Companions elected to their respective offices.

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Next Place of Annual Convocation

Edmonton, Central Masonic Temple, May 10th, 1961.

Instccllation of Officers

The Installation of Officers was then proceeded with M.E. Compan­ion C. M. Laverty, requesting M.E. Companion B. C. Jakeman to act as Instc1lling Officers, and perform the ceremony.

M.E. Companion B. C. Jakeman then appointed M.E. Companion Fran k Mayer as G.H., M.E. Companion C. W. Lilley as G .J., and M.E. Companion A. F. Lissack as Grand Director of Ceremonies.

The Installing Officer M.E. Companion B. C. Jakeman installed M.E. Companion H. B. Wilks as. Grand First Principal, and he in turn invested M.E. Companion C. M. Laverty, as Immediate Past Grand First Principal.

M.E. Companion Frank Mayer Installed R.E. Companion L. B. Mc­Coomb Grand H., and R.E. Companion Norman Scheer, Grand J.

M.E. Companion C. W. Lilley installed the Grand Superintendents of the following Districts, R.E. Companion C. W. Jackson District No. 1, RE. Companion R Irvine, District No. 2, R.E. Companion W. B. Rough, District No. 3, RE. Companion L. H. Allison, District No. 4, RE. Com­panion W. Dowkes, District No. 5, and RE. Companion H. Slack, District No. 6.

M.E. Companion B. C . Jakeman then invested M.E. Companion F. J. Hand, Grand Scribe E., RE. Companion T. S. Jeffery, Grand Treas., Kt:. Companion H. M. Hamilton, Grand Principal Sojourner, RE. Companion A. P. Newall, Grand Registrar, RE. Companion C . S. McCormick, Grand OutHr Guard.

M.E. Companion George Grieve gave the closing charge.

M.E. Companion H. B. Wilks thanking the Grand Chapter and stating that he appreciated the honour and knew the responsibilites that goes with it, and that the Great Jehovah will give me strength to perform the duties attached to this most important job.

RE. Companion L. B. McCoomb, thanking the · Grand Chapter and said that he would do his best for Capitular Masonry.

R.E. Companion Norman Scheer, thanking the Grand Chapter and said that he would do his best, that this was an honour to his own Chai::i­ter and that he would do everything for the benefit of Capitular Masonry.

G ra nd Chapter Closed

The Forty-Sixth Annual Convocation of the Grand Chapter of Alberta of Royal Arch Masons of Alberta was closed in Ample form at 5:20 p.m., by the Grand Firs t Principal, M.E. Companion H. B. Wilks.

F. J. HAND

Grand Scribe E.

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Chapters by Masonic Districts DISTRICT No. 1

Grand Superin tendent, R.E. Companion C. W. Jackson Post Office Box 482, Edson, Alberta.

No. 2. North Star -----··· ····-·······-·-·············-·······························Edmonton No. 13. Capital City ................................................................ Edmonton No. 18. Norwood ................................................................... . Edmonton No. 30. Edson ························· ··························-·········· ···········Edson No. 34. Wapiti ............ ........................................................... Grande Prairie

DIS,TRICT No. 2

Grand Superintendent, R.E. Companion R. W. Irvine. Pos t Office Box 122, Coronation, Alberta.

No. 19. The Hiram -······ ················ ·····························co············Youngstown No. 27. Eheyeh ....................................................... ................. Drumheller No. 28. Hanna ........................................................................ Hanna No. 37. Coronation ··· ········ ············-····························· ··········Coronation

DISTRICT No. 3

Gr=d Superintendent, R.E. Companion W. B. Ruff, Post Office Box 178, Banff, Alberta.

No. 1. Alberta ···················-···········································-·-·····Calgary No. 9. Otuskwan .................................................................. Calgary No. 11 . Calgary ...................................................................... Calgary No. 12. Keystone .................................................................. Red Deer No. 20. Banff ................................................................. ........... Banff No. 21. Strathmore ..................................................... .......... Strathmore No. 24. Crescent ......................... ............. ............................. Calgary

DISTRICT No. 4

Grand Superintendent R.E. Comp=ion L. H. Allison Pincher Creek, Alberta.

No. 4. Shekinah .................................................................. Lethbridge No. 5. Golden West ............................................................ High River No. 8. Kether ......... .................. .... ....... ..... .. .......................... Pincher Creek No. 15. Hil!vue ........................................................................ Hillcrest No. 16. Tau Cross .................................................................... Claresholm

DISTRICT No. 5 Grand Superintendent, R.E. Companion W. Dowkes,

Forestburgh, Alberta. No. 14. Vermilion ............................... .... ,. ............................. Vermilion No. 17. Mout Olivet ................. ............................................... Killam No. 31 . Parklands .................................................................. Wainwright No. 32. Viking ........................................................................ Viking No. 33. Hamar ................... ~ ................................................... Hughenden No. 36. Bethel ············ ···-···············--···································-·····Forestburg

DISTRICT No. 6 Grand Superintendent, R.E. Companion H. Slack,

160- 3rd Street S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta.

No. 3. Assiniboia ·················-·-·····-···············-··-······-············Medicine H1:xt No. 10. Bow Valley ·····················-·-·····-··-·-··········-········-··-·-·· Gleichen No. 26. Harmony ·········-·······-·--···-···-·--·-·-·····-·-···--····-····-······-Bassano No. 35. Empress --·-····--··························-··-················-·-·-·····-· Empress

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GRANDE SCRIBE E.

*M. M. Downey ........ ·- ····--·-·--·----·--·- --·--·-····--·-· ----·---·-- ···--·-·--------- ......... 1914-1916

J. E. Johnson -·-···----------·-- ·------···-----·-·-····----------------------····--·-····-----·------------- 1917-1921 *E. G . Ironside ----··-------·-····---·-·-·····-·-----·--·-··-------·----- --·-------····--··---------------· 1922-1924 *C. R. Wentzel --·------··--·-·--·-··-····-----·--·····------·----·----------·-----·--··········----------- 1925-1932 *C. A. MacPherson ···············------·----·-·--··--·--·--·-·······-·--·---·--········--------····--- 1933-1945 Haro1d Bentley-···------------····· F. J. Hand -----------··--·--·---··-------·-·---·· - -----·-----···---- ··········-------- ·---------------···-Harold Bentley ····---·----·--·---·--F. J. Hand --·--·-·····------·----·---·····--·-·----------·-·---·-------·---·-·

GRAND FIRST PRINCIPALS SINCE ORGANIZATION MAY 11th, 1114

1946-1948 1949-1950 1951-1952 1 %3-

*S. Y. Taylor ............... 1914 '"C. H. Minchin .. .................... 1937 *J. N. Rankin ---·---····- 1915 *A. B. McCurdy .. . ... ---·--·---------·· 1938 *F. S. Watson -···---·--·-- 1917 *H. W. B. Bell ---------·--- ........ 1939 *R. PGtterson 19: 7 W. H. Scott 1940 *A. R. Dickson ............ 1918 ''W. B Way _ 1941

'''M. M. Downey -·-·····--·----·-··-··-· 1919 *J. E. Rannard ..... . .. ---·---···- .. 1942 *N. T. Macleod ·-·-··············--·----· 1920 *E. G. Ellerton ..... ···----·-·-······· ., .. 1943 *H. Dmling .............. --·-···· 1921 F. J. Hand .......... ·······--------- .... 1944 *G. B. Macleod ·--·--·····- 1922 *T. J. Cumberland --··--········-- 1945 *W. T. Coote ................... _ 1923 R. M. Lambertson _ 1946 *J. E. [ohnson ..... . ........ 1924 W. A. Irving .. 1947 S. H. Middleton __ ---··---·-···--·-···· 1925 A. L. Williams .. ··---------------·-··--- 1948

*E. G . Ironside 1926 J. L. Innes ______ ....... ·-·--·----·--------·--· 1949 *W. M. McNab . 1927 H. E. Bentley .. ···········-----·---- ....... 1950 *F. S. Selwood ..... 1928 Alfred Peart ....... ·-·········------·--· .... 1951 *J. R. Flan .. ------········-····---·-·····-·-· 1929 F. Mayer .......... ···-----------··-----··-·· 1952

J. W. G. Morrison ................. 1930 A G. Acton ·-·-----·- ·--····--·--·-- 1953 *J. A. McGhee ......................... 1931 G. Grieve __ -------·--·--·····--- 1954 *J. V. Follett ---··-·-- ................. 1932 C. W. Lilley __ ---·----·-·--·--------- _ 1955 *A. West . ··--·-·--·-····· ........... 1933 F. L. Colwell ----------·-····---·-----·--···· 1 S56 A. Davison ·-·----·-·---·--·---·---·-· _ 1934 B. C. Jakeman ------·--·--··--------------·- 1957

*W. E. Mercer ········--·-·-·-·-·····-·· l q35 A. F. Lissack --------·-------············---· 1958

*H. Scmdilands ······· ··-·-----·····----- 1936 C. M. Laverty -·-···-----······-·····--·-····· 1959 *--Deceased.

DISTINGUISHED SERVICE MEDAL *John Cowey (9) ··----·-··---·-·---------··-----·------·-···------------····--·-·····- ·----·-----··-------···--·- 1952

Sidney W. Bridges (30) ---·-----· ··-·-···-------·--·-------·---·-·--·----·····--·--··---··--·----··-·-·--· 1953 Louis Jouvenat ( 11) ___ _____ ········--·-······-·····-··-----·-·----------------··--·--·----··--·--·-·-·--····-- 1954 Walter Hill ( 18) ·····---·---·---·-·--·--·---------·-········------············------·--·········----·--------·--·- 1955 Jamer; Hird (3) ·········--·----·---··--·--·-·-----··-·-·-··--··-·-----·--····--····--------·--·······-·----·-··---- 1956 Walter George Ward (4) -----·-··········---·------·--····----·--·-·--·----·--·-----·------··-···-···-·- 1957 Thomas Walt ( 14) ...... ··--··--·--··---·····------·---··-----·----·······-····--·--·-----·----············---- 1958 L. E. Helmer (28) ·--··---·---- -·-----·-·--·--·- ······--·--·-·--·-·------------------------------··-·- 1959 C. McCormick {13) .. .............. . .............. 1960

*--Deceased.

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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

R.E. Companion L. B. McCoomb ______ Grand Second Principal, Chairman M.E. Companion H. B. Wilks _____ ____ _______ Grand First Principal R.E . Companion C. W. Jackson __________ Grand Supt. District No. 1 R.E. Companion R. W. Irvine ____________ Grand Supt. District No. 2 R.E. Companion W. B. Ruff __________________ Grand Supt. District No. 3 R.E. Companion L. H. Allison __________ Grand Supt. District No. 4 R.E. Companion W . Dowkes ______________ Grand Supt. District No. 5 R.E. Companion H. Slack ____ __ __ ____________ Grand Su,pt. District No. 6 R.E. Companion T. S. Jeffery ____________ Grand Treasurer M.E. Companion Fred Hand __ _____ ___ __ Grand Scribe E. (Grand Secretary ) R.E. Companion G. H. Galbraith ______ Grand Scribe Nehemiah

All Past Grand First Principals by virtue of their office

ELECTED BY GRAND CHAPTER TO EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE COUNCIL

R.E. Companion J. M. Donaldson ·---------·------------·----------·----------·--Two Year> R.E. Companion A. L. Giswold -----------·------···-·----·---··----·-·----------Two Years R.E. Companion J. W. Limb --·-------------------------------------- -- -- -------------Two Years R.E. Companion L. Rosenberger --··----------·-------·---·----··---------·---·-Two Years R.E. Companion Dr. P. ). Kendall -----------·-------·--------------·-----·-·--·One Year R.E. Companion E. S. Smith -----------·-------------------------·-·---+-------.One Year R.E. Companion S. W. Bridges --------------------------------------------------One Year R.E. Companion J. R. Houghton --------------·----·----------------------------One Year

APPOINTED OFFICERS

Grand Lecturer _____ ·---------------··--M.E. Companion B. C. Jakeman ----·-· ---· 13 Grand Senior Sojourner ---------- V.E. Companion J. W. Smith ---------·---·---- 4 Grand Junior Sojourner --·------- V.E. Companion T. M. White ____________ 13 Grand Sword Bearer ------·--------- V.E. Companion P. H. Johnson ____ 2 Grand Master 1st Veil -------··--- V.E. Companion E. C. Wallace __ 15 Grand Master 2nd Veil ------------ V.E. Companion A. E. Morgan _. 36 Grand Master 3rd Veil -·-----·- _ V.E. Companion D. 0. Hanson __ 34 Grand Master 4th Veil ---------- -- V.E. Companion J. A. Barker ___ 32 Grand Director of Ceremonies M.E. Companion C. M. Laverty --·-- 5 Grand Organist ----------·----·--·-·---M.E. Companion A. G . Acton --·-------··-·-- 9 Grand Pursuivant ------·--·- --------- V.E. Companion W .F. Kortzman ·---·----- 30 Grand Steward Dist. No. 1 -·---- V.E . Companion J. F. Putters --·-·----·--··· 34 Grand Steward Dist. No. 2 ·----- V.E. Companion T. Seland __________ 27 Grand Steward Dist. No. 3 ______ V.E. Companion C. M. Short 9 Grand Steward Dist. No. 4 ______ V.E. Companion M. M. McKay 16 Grand Steward Dist. No. 5 ---- V.E. Companion W. N. Crooks --··-----· 14 Grand Steward Dist. No. 6 - -· V.E. Companion E. G. Stiles ---··-·--- 26 Grand Outer Guard -----------·-----· Companion C. S. McCormick __ 13

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SUB COMMITTEES

Grand First Principal's Address ME. Companion W. H. Scott (Chairman) and all Past Grand First

Principals.

Creden tials R.E. Companion E. S. Smith (Chairman), R. E. Companion C. W.

Woolley, R.E. Companion J. W. N. Beamish, R.E. Companion John Farugia, and all Grand Superintendents.

Warrants M.E. Companion F. L. Colwell (Chairman). M.E. Comp=ion W. H.

Scott, M.E. Companion A. F. Lissack and R.E. Companion L. Rosenberger.

Condi'tions of Capitular Masonry M.E. Companion A. Peart (Chairman), M.E. Companion A.G. Acton,

M.E. Companion W. A. Irving, M.E. Companion J. L. Innes, and M.E. Com­panion F. J. Hand.

Audit and Finance M.E. Companion J. L. Innes (Chairman), M.E. Companion C. W. Lilley,

M.E. Companion R. M. Lambertson, R.E. Companion T. S. Jeffery, R.E. Companion E. C . Logan and R.E. Companion E. S. Smith.

Grievcxnces and Appeals M.E. Companion W. A. Irving (Chairm=), M.E. Comp=ion W. H.

Scott, M.E. Companion A. Peart, M.E. Comp=ion A. G. Acton, M.E. Com­P=ion G. Grieve and R.E. Comp=ion J. M. Donaldson.

Benevolence M.E. Comp=ion Frank Mayer (Chairman), R.E. Companion J. W.

Limb, R.E. Companion P. J. Kendall and R.E. Companion S . W. Bridges.

Fraternal Dead R.E. Companion Norman Scheer (Chairman), M.E. Companion A. L.

Williams and R.E. Companion G. H. Galbraith.

Fraternal Correspondence M.E. Companion C. W. Lilley (Chairman), M.E. Companion A. Peart,

M.E. Companion F. Mayer, M.E. Companion C. M. Laverty, M.E. Com­panion A. F. Lissack, R.E. Companion F. W. Keyte, R.E. Comp=ion Normcm Scheer. R.E . Companion W. G. Hartley, R,E. Companion D. J. McLaughlin =d RF.. Companion H. M. Hamilton.

Permanent Committee On Work M.E. Companion F. L. Colwell (Chairman), M.E. Companion G.

Grieve, and M.E. Companion A. Peart.

Jurisprudence M.E. Companion W. A. Irving (Chairman), M.E. Comp=ion J. W. G.

Morri~:on, M.E. Companion F. J. Hand, R.E Companion A. P. Newall

Library, Research and Education M.E. Companion B. C. Jakeman (Chairm=), M.E. Companion C. W.

Lilley, M.E. Companion F. J. H=d, R.E. Companion J. W. Limb and R.E. Companion A. L. Griswold.

Entertainment R.E. Companion Norman Scheer (Chairman) .

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ORDER OF HIGH PRIESTHOOD

The Grand Council of Anointed High Priests of the Province of Alberta con\•ened in an emergent convention, in the C entral Masonic Temple, Edmonton, Alberta, on the 29th day of February, 1960, a t 8:00 p.m.

The following Officers then filled the chairs:

President ____________________ A. Peart Master of C eremonies ·------- George Grieve Vice-President ____ J. W. Limb Conductor -------------------------- -- -- --- --- Frank Mccyer Chaplain ____ J_ B. Cameron Herald -·-----·-------------------------- ------- ------ Ed. Searle Recorder ·--------------- F. J. Hand Steward _ ---------------------------------- L. B. McCoomb

c_ w. Lilley Treasurer __________ H.J. McCoy Se:i.tinel _----· -- ---------------------- --- Wm. McGruther

General Business

The names of Forty-Five Candidates were then read and certified as b eing Past Principals of Alberta, Saskatchew= and Ontario, by the G c=d Scribe E., M_ Ex. Comp=ion F. J. Hand.

The President then ordered a ballot to be taken, which was found favourable to the Candidates that were listed and they were declmed High Priests by being Anointed, Consecrated and Set apart to the Holy Orders of High Priesthood.

Bertles, Hugh ___ __ ------------------------- (2) Baker, W_ Eric _____ _ (13) Beckett, J. G. _ (220 Canada) Cuthbert, Henry ___ (13) Crabb, William W. _ -------·-------- (14) Cowan, James K. . ------··---------- (18) Carleton, Clarence W. ---·---- (34) Hughes, Thomas -------------- ---------- (13) Heckbert, Charles T. ____ (14) Hanson, Darre Olaf -----·---------- (34) Hallum, J_ H. ·- _ -------------··---------· (17) Humphrey, J. ____ --------------·------------ (31) Irving, J. A. ___________________ (14) Johnson, P. H. ---------------·------------·--- (2)

Delaney, Allred M. _______ _ Davidson, James Fearson, Stephen _________ __ _ Garbe, W. H. Gillard, H. _______ ·---------------··--------------Hunt, William S. Quilley, William F. _ Rogers, Herman B. ·------ ·----- ----------­Ramsey, F. ---------------------------------------­Stonell, N. G. -----------------------·-------­Sharp, W. L. -------------------------- ·---------Swallow, N_ H. ------------------------------Swallow, J. M. ____ __ -------------------------Sloane, F. E. --------------------------·-·----

(13) (17) (18) (17) (37) (12) (18) (12) (31) (12) (2)

(34) (34)

(2)

Johnson, H. C . ........................... (12) Jay, J. E. (18) Kend all, Dr. P. J. .......... (2) Ma cKenzie, ). A . ....................... (37) Nort::in, M. P. . ..................... (14) Newall, A. P. . .................. (24) Nichol, M.A. . ................ (31) Nissen, H. C. . ......................... (31) Putters, J. . ................. (34)

Confe rring Orders

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Thompson, C. E . ... Thomas, P. Vicker~on, F. 0 . White, T. M. Watts, T . .... . W ebb, L. R. Wocks, J. R. Young, V. T.

(14) (2)

(12) (13) (14) (14) (12) (18)

All Candidates were present except, Thomas Hughes (13), A. P . Newall (24) and William F. Quilley (18). Making a class of forty-two candidates who were duly Anointed, and set apart to the Holy Orders of High Priesthood in Royal Arch Masonry.

The M.E. President and his Officers are to be congratulated for the very fine manner in which this order was conferred. Clo~,ing

There being no further business to come before the Council it was closed in ample form at 10:50 p.m., after which the Companions repaired to the banquet room where refreshments were se rved, compliments of C. W. Lilley, a real worker in Masonry.

A. PEART, President.

F. J. HAND, Recorder.

The Grand Council of Anointed High Priests of the Province of Alberta convened in Annual Convention in the C entral Masonic Te mple, Calqary, Alberta, on the 10th day of May, 1960, at 2:00 p.m .

The following Oficers then filled the chairs:

President ........................ A. G . Acton Master of Ceremonie s .... E. ). Friend

Vice-President ................ J. L. Innes Conductor ....................... W. H. Keyte

Cha plain .............................. W. Irving Herald ........................... ... F. L. Colwell

Recorder ................... ....... F. ). Hand Steward W. H. Houghton

Trec1sure r .... T. S. Jeffery Sentine l ............... D. J. McLaughlin

Ge n eral Business

The names of Thirty-eight Candidates were then read and certified by the Grand Scribe E., M.E. Companion F. J. Hand, as being Past Prin­cipals and Sitting Firs t Principals of Alberta.

The President then ordere d a ballot ot be taken, which was found favourable to the Candidates that were listed and they were declared High Priests by being Anointed, Consecrated and set Apart to the Holy

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Orders of High Priesthood.

Booth, ). I-i. ............................. (9) Booth, M. M. ...... ......................... (9)

Bagley, G. A. . ............................ (24) Charlton, ). A. S . ............................ (28)

Christofferson, K. B. .......... ....... (5) Campbell, ). L. ................................ (21) Daniels, L. ) . .................................... (24) Dick, E. . .......................... (27)

~~~~~~~~It. ::::::::::::::::::::::::::: m~ Flatt, ). E. ............................ (9) Balbraith, R. P. ... ................. ........... (1)

Gault, E. W . .............................. (21) Hamilton, H. M . ................................ (1) Harstrom, C. V. .................. (1) Holmes, W. E. M ......................... (5)

Johnson, E. H . .............................. (5) Kidney, F. H . .................................... (20) Morrison, W . ............................... (10) Martin, W. N . .................................... (9)

MacKenzie, G. ) . ............................ (20) McNiven, F ..................................... (5) Newall, A. P . .............................. (24) Osborne, E. W ........................... ...... (4) Parkinson, F. A. .................. (33) Rosenberger, L. .............................. (1) Robinson, W. G. ....... (20) Russell, G. C ............................ (28) Solomon, W. F. ( 11) Thorssen, A. E. .. . ................ ( 10) Villenfagne, R. de ........ . .... (1) Scollick, A. ..... ............................... (27) Stonell, N. . ... (12) Smith, E. S. ... . ....................... (9) Stewart, F. B. . ........ ........ (24) Smith, J. W. .. .................... (4) Shave, H. F . ... ............. . ....... (4) Vandersluys, R. ). S . .................... (9)

Conferring Orders

A class of thirty-eight candidates being duly prepared, were then duly Anointed, and set apart to the Holy Orders of High Priesthood in Royal Arch Masonry.

The M.E. President and his Officers are to be congratula'ted for the very fine manner in which this degree was conferred.

C losing There being no further business to come before the Council it was

closed in Ample form at 4:00 p.m. This order will be conferred in Cal­gary and Edmonton once each year if possible.

A. G. ACTON, F. ). HAND, President.

Ackland, W. A. Acton, George Anderson, G. Atkinson, J. A. Anderson, J. Ray Bagley, G . A. Baird, H. S. Baker, W . Eri~ Baldwin, Morgan Barton, I. D. Beamish, ). W. N. Beckett, ). G. Bendall, A. G. Bentley, F. Bentley, H. E. Bertles, H. Betts, W. Bodmer, L. 0. Bond, L. W . Booth, ). H. Booth, M. M. Boyce, A. G. Bradley, J. E . Brown, A. Brownlee. J. .L. RT',...,,...,ks, H. R. Butler, G. F. Cashman , A. A. Cameron , S. W.

MEMBERS Griswold, A. L. Galbraith, G. H. Gorveatt, A. C. Garney, L. R. Gillies, D. M . Hallum, J. H. Hamilton, H. M. Hand, Fe J . Hanson, D . 0 . Harstrom, C. V. Hartley, W. G. Hartrick, W. J. Haynes, W. J. Heckbert, C. T. Henderson, R. Hill, W. Haines, A . Hertzber. E. W. Houghton, W . H. Harris, Sam Hammond, J. A. Hug hes, R. B. Hay, W. G. Helmer, L. E. Holmes, W. E. M. Hrudey, H. R. Humphrey, ). Hunt, W. S. Innes, J. L.

Recorder.

Newall, A. P . Nichol, M. A. Nicol, A. Nicol, F. E. Nissen, H. C. Norton, M. P. Oakes, J . W. Orr, C. S. Osberg, L. Osborne, E. W. Otto, F. W. O'dell, J. G. Par kin son, F. A. Peart, A. Potter, C. Price, D. E. Pratt, P. W. Putters, ). Richardson, J. Ramsey, F. Roberts, W . R. Robinson, A. Robinson, W. G. Robbins, M. Robblee, J. S. Rogers, H. B. Roper, Wright Rosenberger, L. Redman, J .

Campbell, J. Campbell, J. L. Carle ton, C. W. Caughey, G. D. Charlton, J. A. S. Chesney, G. L. Chri•topherson, K. B. CleV<!lY, J. Comba, S. Cochrane, J . H. Corley, E. Cowan, J. K. Cowin, 0. J. Crabb, W. W. Cruickshank, G. Cosgrove, C. E. Council, G. M. Cam~ron, J. B. Crowther. T. P. Coggan, H. L. Comlsarow, W. Cameron, D. M. Cook, T. Crooks, W. N. Cuthbert, H. Donaldson, J. M. Draper, G. S. Dougherty, P . Duff, A. H . Duncway, L. C. Daniels, L. ) . Danielson, A. Dav.dson, ). Delaney, A. M. Dick , E. Dutton, J. A. Donald. T. B. Dyk.,tra. H. D. Evans, R. Erickson, A. B. Farrugia, J. Fearson, S. Ferguson, R. A. Fidgeon, E. E. Fraser, J. D. H. Friend, E. J. Finnemore, J. Fawcett, C. F . Flatt, J. E. Fletcher, H. H. Finders, S. M. Gathercole. W. Galt, E.W. Galbraith, R. P. Garbe, W. H. Gillmd, H. Glen, R. Gold, T. D. Gothard, G. L. Graham. W. D. Green, W. JI. Grieve, G. Gutowski, W . G.

Allen, Gaius Anderson, A. Anderson, W. H. D. Bell, H. W. B. Black, W. C. Clark, J . J . Coote , W. T. Craig, 0. G. Cumberland, T. J. Downey, M. M. Dun, J. Ellerton, E. G. Elliott, G. W.

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MEMBERS (Continued) Irving, J. A. Irving, W. Jay, J. E. Jeffery, T. S. Johnson, E. H. Johnson, H. C. Johnson, Lorne Johnson, P. H. Jones, Paul Jones, Gaylen Jakeman, B. C. Kendall, Dr. P. J. Kidney, F. H. Kirby, R. W . Kirby, Guy A. Kirbert, L. S. Kumlin, Cecil Keyte, W . H. Kelly, W. M. Lambertson, R. M. Lilley, C. W. Luciow, N. Limb, J. W. Lissack, A. F . Lord, Walter Logan, E. C. Loney, G. T. Logan, D. S. Laverty, C. M. Leslie, N. MacKay, L. E. MacKenzie, G. J. MacKenzie, J. A. Martin, W. N. McCoomb, L. B. McDonald, E. C. McDonald, J. D. McKee, J . A. Mcilveen, R. L. McKee, A. M. McNiven, F. McPherson, F. S. McCoy, H . J. McAllister, D. McGruther, Wm. McLaughlin, D. J . MacDonald, A. A. Marcellus, W. May, S. G. Mayer, Frank Middleton, S. H. Morrison, J. W. G. Morrison, W. Mundy, W. L. Myggland, L. Mann, Fred Morrison. s. Morton, R. H. Miller, L. Neal, A. E. Neilson, D. S. Nevra, 0. Newby, L. E.

Deceaseod Ferguson, H. Fielding, P. Flan, J. R. Floyd, C. Follett, J. V. Ironsides, E. G. Johnson, J. E. Key, J. A. MacPherson, C. A. Mccurdy, A. B. McLeod, G. B. McLeod, N. T. Mercer, W. E.

Rennie, J. J . Riome, W. E. Rowe, E. H. Russell, G. C. Scollick, A. Scott, W . H. Sharp, W . L. Shave, H. F. Sloane, F. E . Smith, E . S. Smith, F. A. Smith, J. W. S'mith, R. Smith, R. J. Solomon, W. F. Spence, C. C. Starr, E. H. Stonell, N. G. Struthers, E. H. Scott, W. G. Spence, A. B. Sept, George G. Simonson, S. D. Stephens, Ed. Searle, Ed. Sterling, G. A. Spivey, L. C. Salberg, M. A. Saniforth, A. Snell, D. J. Slater. P. W. Stonell, N. Stewart, F. B. Swallow, J. M. Swallow, N. H. Thomas, P. Thompson , C. E. Thorssen, A. E. Tipp, G. L. Tomlinson, F. Tufford, J. D. Thurbron, G. Umbrite. R. P. Vandersluys, R. J. S. Vickerson, F. 0. Villenfagne, R. de Walker, K. H. Watkins, A. L. Ward, E . Watts, T. Weather head, N. S. Webb, L. H. Webb, L. H. White, T. M. Williams, A. L. Wilson, A. A. Wilks, H. B. Wade, E. L. Wright, S. F. Webb, G. G. Webb, A. Weeks, J. R. Young, V. T.

Parton, R. E. Peacock, M. B. Plasteras, G. Rannard, J. E. Riddick, A. Robertson, W . M. Sandilands, H. Simpson. C. C. Smith, Wm. Jr. Thompson, T. Watson, F. S. Way, W. B. West, A.

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HONORARY PAST GRAN,D FIRST PRINCIPALS

J. F. Yorke .. ........... ..... .............. .. ............ .... ... ....... .. ...... ........ Saskatchewan D. F. Adams ........ .. .............................................................. British Columbia G. C. Burgess ...... .... .......... ................... ............ .. ..... ... .. ......... Saskatchewan

*H. •deRoche ............... ......... .................................................... Saskatchewan *A. Little ......... ...... ........ .... .. ........ ... ...... ...... .... ... ..... ...... .... .... .... Manitoba *H. L. Adolgh ........... .. .................. ..... ...................................... Manitoba *R. J. F. Coster ...... ... ............ ... ........ .. ....... .... ........... ............ Saskatchewan J. F. Dart ..................... ............. .................... .... ..... ... .. ............ Manitoba J. F. Irwin ... ......................................................................... Manitoba

*E. R. Wylie ... ... ...... .............. ...... .... ....... ................................. Saskatchewan F. E. Doull ... .... ............... .. ..... ............... ......... ... ....... .... ... ..... . Saskatch ewan

*T. S. Cook .. .. .... .............................. .. ..... ... .. .... ...................... Manitoba W. B. Saunders ............ ......... ..... .......... ..... ... ... ... .... .. .... ........ Wy;oming

*'W. B. Hooker .. ........ .......................... .................... .. ......... .... . Saskatchewan E. T. Johnson ....... .... ..... ........ ..... ..... ......... .... ........... ...... ....... Manitoba S. D. Cruden .............. .. .. ............. .. ...................................... . Manitoba C. E. Cole ... .......... ... .......... .. .. ..... ......................................... Manitoba S. H. Jackson .. .. ..................... .... ........ .... ............................... Saskatchewan

*S. F ea ........... ............... .. ....................................................... British Columbia A. E. Miscampbell ................. ........ ...... ... .... ... ..................... Saskatch ewan

*W. L. Clink ... ........ ......... .......... .. ... ... .............. ... ........ .... .. .. .... Saskatchewan C. J. Hutchings ............................................................................ Manitoba

Frank Van Demark ............. ......... .... ... .... .... . .............. ... ... Montana *J. E. McLarty .............. ......... ..... ..... .... ... ............ .... ..... ..... .... Saskatchewan F .• E. Simmons ......... ..... ... .. .................. .. ...... ... ... ......... .... ... ... Manitoba L. Johnson ............... ..... .... .......... ....... ....... ......... .. ... .............. Saskatch ewan

*B. S. Bailey ...... .... ..... ..... ... ...... ...... ....... ....... ... ......... .... ......... .. Manitoba S. A. Miller .................... ................. ........... ... ..... .. ... ............. .. Montana F. W. Dean, ................. ............ .... .. ... ... .. .... ..... .......... .. .......... .. Canada G. Lythgoe ... ................. .... .... .......... ... .. .. ............................... Saskatchewan W. E. Pool ... ..... .. .... .. ............... .. ... ................. .... .. ................... Minnesota

*I. Stafford ................................. ... ... ..... ..... .... ..... ....... ..... ..... ... Ohio J. E. Nunn ......... . .. ....... ... .......... .. .... .... ... ..................... Saskatchewan A. A. W1ilson .. .......... .... ..... .. .................... .. .. ... ... ... .. ................ Saskatchewan C. F . Lidster ............ ... ....... ... .. .... ........ .. .............. .. ............. Manitoba

*W. E. Bristowe .... ...... .. ......................... ..... .... ..................... Saskatchewa R. W. Kirby ........ .............. ..... .... ...... .. ................... ..... ... .. ..... Saskatchewan W. R. Shanklin .... ·············· · ...... .. .... ..... ... ...... ...... ........ ..... .. Saskatchewan Clarence M. Pitts ... . .. .......... ...... .. .... .... ..... .. ........ Canada

*H. Stanley Bell .................... .. ...................... ..... .... ....... .. .... Saskatch ewan Earl E. Dusenbery ........ ...... ...... .... .... .... ... .... . . ... .Iowa-Genera l

Grand Chapter A. J. Peterso.n ......... ..... .......... ..... .. .. .. ............. ... ................... Alaska Joh.n F. Lunn ey .......... .. ...................... .. ........... ... ..... ....... .. .. Saskatchewan W. A. Wyborn ........... ..... .... ....................... .. ... .... ....... .... .... . Mal\itoba T. R. Luke ... .. .. ....... .. ............. .. ............ ... . . .................. Saskatchewan

*W. Boyd ................ ................... ....... .................... .............. ... . Manitoba R. F. Janes ... ........ ····· ······ ······ ··· ····· ····· · ....... ................ .New York R. L. Walcutt ..................................................... .. ....................... Ohio J. A. M. T aylor ... ..... ... . .... .. Canaida A. Coutts ....... ......................... ......... ................ ... .... ... ...... ... British C-01umbia A. C .. Woods .... ... ............... ...... . ......... .. ............... Saskatchewan F. L. Eukes ............ ........... ..... ... ... ... . ............. .. ..... Montana H. Irwin .... ... ....... . ... ............ ....... ...... .... .. ...... .. ........ ......... Montana S. H. Fahrni ... .. ....... . ....... .... .. ... ......... ............. ... ... ... .......... Manitoba R. Mayson .. . ....... .. ... ...... .......... .... ........... ............. Saskatchewan P. S. Cochrane .... ..... ........ .......... .... .... ........ .......... .............. Nova Scotia N. D. Kennedy ......... . ...... ..... ..... ...... ... . ........ ........... Saskatchewan

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Verne Dallin .................. ........ ............. .. ............................... Saskatchewan Wm. Thaanum .......... ............... ..... .. .................................. .... Montana Everett Redeen ........... .. ... .............. ...................................... Montana

~~e~~ c~~~!n .. ::::::::··~:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::~:~i~~~: k. PA.~~~~~ th-~r-~· -::::::::·.-.. -. .... ···-··· .... -.-.-.-.~-.-.-:::: :::::-.:: -.-.-. .-.-:.-::::::::::: ·:.'. ~:~~~~ewan H. K. Halldorson ... ............. .... . Saskatchewan F. E:. Nixon ... . ... ......... ..... . Manitoba A. R Simms _ ... .................... Montana J. Luther Jordan ...... C. G. H. Priest J. S. Carkeet . .. .Montana

* Deceased

GRAND SECRETARIES OF GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTERS

Grand Chapter Name

Alabama .. C . H. Stubinger .. ___________ Masonic Temple, Montgomery Alaska ............... W. V. Bevington . 1019 5th Avenue, Fairbanks, Alaska Argentina ............. Alcibiades Lappa ................... 1057-Junin Street, Buenos Aaires Arizona ............ J. A. E. Ivey ........................... Box 1488 Tucson Arkansas .............. C. D. Hill .................... .. Box 2216, Little Rock, Arkansas British Columbia .... Edgar B. Baker ..... ~659-West 8th Avenue, Van. (8) B.C. California ............. Chester H. Newell ..... 25-Van Ness Avenue, Long Beach

(12) California Canada Colorado

...... Fred J. Johnson

..... .. H. W. Bundy ............... Rm. 712 Temple Building, Toronto 2

........... Suite 300 Masonic Temple, 1614 Wesl Street, Denver (2) Colorado

Connecticut .......... B. W. Clark .............................. P.O. Box 838, New Britain, Conn. Delaware ..... M. M. Carpenter .................... Box 254, Wilmington, Delaware District of ColumbiaRaymond N. Babcock ... Washincrton, Masonic Temple England ................ J. W. Stubbs ........................... Great Queens Street, London,

England W.C. (2) Florida .............. .!- B. Phelps .... ................... Box 283, Miami Georgia _ ................ W . Tom Bateman .................... Macon Idaho ........................ Edward H. Way ...................... Boise, Box No. 1753 Illinois .................... Edward E. Core ........................ Masonic Temple, Dixon, Illinois Indiana .................... Earl B. Forney ................. .1204-Main Street, Elwood, Indiana Iowa ........................ Ross J. Gamblin ............. Atlantic Ireland .................... T. 0. Harte ....... Molesworth Street, Dublin Free-

Masons Hall, Dublin, Ireland Kansas .................... Arthur H. Strictland . . .. Masonic Temple, Topeka Kentucky ................. Chas. K. A. McGaughey .... Box 413, Richmond Louisiana ..... Lee W. Harris ......................... P.O. Box 404, Alexandria Main<' . .. .............. Earle D. Webster . Masonic Temple, Portland ManitQba .... Cecil J. Hutching . .. .. .IS-Crowson Bay, Fort Garry (9)

Manitoba Maryland .............. D. Ross Vansant Jr. . .. Masonic Temple, Baltimore Masscrchusetts _ .... W. F. Clark .. 51-Boylston Street Boston (16) Mass. Michiqan .............. D . J. Myers ... ............................. Masonic Temple, Lansina Minnesota ......... .!. H. Anderson .......................... St. Paul Mas. Temple, 6th and Smith Mississippi .......... Sid F . Curtis ............................ Meridian Missouri .. ________________ Ray V. Denslow ·---·········------·····Trenton Montcma ............. Wm. A. Thaanum 218 - So Roberts Street Nevada ........... G. A. Carlson ___ Box 467, Carson City Nebraska ............. C. R. Greisen ...... Omaha, Rm. 401, Masonic Temple New Brunswick _ .... R. E. Crawford .... .. ..... St. John Masonic Temple New Hampshire .... Hiram W . Johnson 3-Hiqhlands Avenue, Antrim New Jersey ......... Wm. Beck ............................... 269 Powers St., New Brunswick, N.J. New Mexico .E. H. Riemen _ 3ox 6719-Roswell, New Mexico New South Wales .. Frederick R. Sinden .. Sydney, 160 Castlereagh St.. New York _ .............. G. A. Lambert ........... Masonic Hall, New York JO New Zealand .......... E. Cannons ............................ Box 12q5, Wellinqton North Carolina ..... .!. P. Harvey ............................. Box 792, New Bern, N.C. North Dakota .... C . E. Miller ...... .... ......... ...Box 1269, Fargo Nova Scotia .. ..H. F. Sipprell ...... Box 322. Halifax, N.S. Ohio ...... R. W. Smith ... Box 32-Westerville, Ohio Oklahoma ............ James A. !..athim _ ... Muskoqee Oregcin .. R. H. i'usant ... Masonic Temple, Portland

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Pennsylvania ______ J_ C. F. Kitselman __ _ ___ Masonic Temple, Broad and Filbe•rt

Queensland .......... S. W. Coulter __ _ Streets, Philadelphia, Penn.

·- Box 425F Brisbane ... 1559 St. Marks St. Montreal .160 Grace Street, Canston

Quebec _____ _________ __ H_ Pickering ___ _ Rhode Island ________ Harry A. Read Republic of Phillipine Ir.lands .... Antonia Gonzale ___ 520 San Marcelino, Manila Saskatchewan .... A. A. Wilson __________ _ 2223 Rav Street, Regina , Sask. Scotland ___ W. A. Laird ___________ ......... __ _ 76 Queen Street, Edinburgh South Carolina .. H. F_ Collins ____ _ _____ _ 901 Palmetto State Life Bldg.,

Columbia South Dakota __________ E_ F. Strain -------------------------------Box 468 Sious. S.D. Switzerland .. _, ____ __ H. O_ Mauerhofer .. Box Transit 954, Berne (2) Tennessee ____________ Thomas E. Doss _____ _ Nashville, Box 216 Texas _______ _____ ____ Fred F. DeVaney __ Box 296, Waco, Texas Utah ____________ ,, ______ ,, ____ B_ Atwater __ 650 East South Temple Street, Salt I

Vermont Victoria Virginia Washington West Australia West Virginia . Wisconsin

_____ A. H. Grout H. 0. Thomas J. N. · Hillman

Lake City ___ .... ____ Masonic Temple, Burlington

___ Melbourne, 164 Flinders St. ---·Masonic Temple, Richmond

____ Walter H. Steffey _ 4338 University Way Seatle, 5 ___ C. G. Kenworthy - ---65 St. George's Terrace, Perth

. N. S . Orkney -----------------Box 367. Webster Springs E. G. Giles -----------· -Room 430, 207E Michigan Street ,

Milwaukee (2) Wyoming ________________ F_ G. Tregtown --Box 1311 Casper, Wyoming Gen. Grand Chap. Roscoe L. Walcutt --------------- 8 E. Broad St., Columbus, Ohio G. Lodge , M.M .M,, Lt. Col. J. W. Chitney,

England-Wales M.B.E. ......... ____ London , W.C., Mark Masons' Hall

GRAND REPRESENTATIVES

To Residence Grand Chapter From Residence

Elmer Carson ______ Russellville ___ Alabama Geo. Blyth ________ __ __ Edmonton George Colette ____ Fairbanks _________ Alaska ............. A. L. Griswold .Calqary

Argentina ------------H. B. Wilks ____ ____ __ Calgary B. W. Blair ......... Miami ____ Arizona _ _ ____________ E_ H. Mack ......... Clareshoim Roy A. Forler ____ Little Rock __________ Arkansas ________ W. H. Scott _______ Edmonton J_ R. Mitchell ____ Vancouver ______ .. British Columbia F. A. Smith ---· ___ Edmonton Harry R. Sones __ Sebastopol ........ .. California ............. N. B. Williams ... Calgary R. V. Conover .... Brampton _______ Canada _J. D: O'Dell ....... Edmonton C. F. Banzhaf Jr. _ Denver ___ Colorado ....... W.E. G. AndersnoDrumheller A. J. Aitkens ________ West Haven ......... Connecticut .. J. D. Barton ....... Big Stone James P. Pierce __ Milford _________________ Delaware __________ ,, __ T. Hughes ------------Edmonton J. C. Richmond .. Maryland ·------------ Dist of Columbia J.W.G. Morrison Vermilion C. R. Horne ·--· ___ Tallahassee __________ Florida -------..... G.E. Cruickshank Hillcrest T. M. Gray Georgia . J. H. Cochrane __ Hughend en Roy V. Lacey ...... Weiser ____ ___ Idaho ________ ,, __________ ) . L. Innes ........... Calgary W. E. Zimmerman Ottawa .......... Illinois .. A. G. Acton __________ Calgary D. R. Kemble ___ __ Columbia __ .Indiana ... J. B. Cam .. ron ____ Calgary H. C. Smith ........ Des Moines . _______ Jowa .. _____________ ,, __ W _ McGruther _____ Edmonton Thomas Jackson .. Dublin ................. .Ireland _______ J_W_N_ Beamish Edmonton G. F. Kerrick .... Winfield ___________ _Kansas __ ___ ________ ___ J, L. Brownlee ____ Youngstown R. 0. Ram3ay ·--·Danville ...... .Kentucky ______ W. S. Cameron ____ Drumh.,ller C. E. Shoemaker .. Oakdale ---·---------Louisiana J . Farrugia .. Edmontcn A. L. Burbank .... Waterville ·- ____ _ Maine ..... _____________ E. H. Targett Edmonton E. C. Tatton ·----- .. Brandon .. ·- ___ ,, _____ Manitoba ______________ J. M. Donqldson .. Calgary J. C. Richmond __ _ ,Westminster W.d .. Maryland ____________ A, L. Williams ____ Edmontcn Frank L. Ooilvie .. Boston -----------------Massachusetts .... D. M. Cameron ... Edmontc)n W . E. Zimmer .... Mason .. Michigan . ________ _J, A. Dutton ________ Edmontc•n W. A. Strand .. ... Montivideo ____ __ ,, ___ Minnesota .... _____ ___ T. Campbell ________ Edmonton l · B. Whee!is ...... Laurel ·-Mississippi ____ C. W. Lilley ________ Edmontcm C. I. Fichtho:n ____ Marshall _- -------- ..... Missouri _____ J. C. Spivey Bassano-

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A. E. Crumby .... Shelby ................... Montana .............. J. G. Strelow ....... Richmond ........ Nebraska ....... H. Wm. H. Overfelt .. Elv ......................... Nevada .. .J. Harry J. Pike ........ Salisbury ................ New Brunswick . . R. C. E. Dearborn .... Epping Road ....... .

New Market

Cleave .............. Calgary R. Hrudey ...... Edmonton Clevely .... ..Edmonton Lambertson .... Edmonton

New Hampshire .. New Hampshire .. A. Saniforth ....... Red Deer Georg·e A. Ferris Pequannock .......... New Jersey .......... 'iV. L. Mundy ....... Edmonton H. H. Errett ......... .Monterray .............. New Mexico ....... G. L. Tipp ........... Edmonton E. M. Loveit New Lambton ...... New South WalesC. G. Duthie ..... Calgary J. G. Williams .. New York .............. New York .............. C. M. Laverty .. Calgary G. A. Blackmore .. Christ Church ...... New Zealand .... .F. Mayer ............. Edmonton W. C Lassiter ... Lauringburg, N.D.North Carolina .... T. S. Jeffery ........ Calgary E. M. Johnson ... Fargo ..... North Dakota ...... W. A. Irving ...... Drumheller A. H. McMil!an ... Kingston ................ Nova Scotia .. W. G . Scott ... Edmonton R. T. McDonald ... New Carlisle ........ Ohio .. J. A. Livingston .. Lethbridge C. S. Teaque .Oklahoma .......... Oklahoma ... N. Scheer ............. Calgary H. Younq ............. Portland ....... Oregon .... Walter Hill ......... Edmonton W .B. Wilson ..... Philadelphia .......... Pennsylvania ..... T.W. Balderston Ban!f Estebun Munarriz Manila ..... Phillipine Islands Sam Harris ..... Hiah Prairie W. J. Edwards .... Bishopton .............. Quebec B. C. Jakeman .. Calgary J. En9land ............ Brisbane . .Queensland .C. Scaife . . ..... Calgary R. E. Knight ..... Hope Valley ...... Rhode Island ....... D. Nicholson ....... Medicine Hat H. K. Halldorson .Saskatoon ... Saskatchewan .... E. S. Smith ......... Calgary J. Mason Allan .. Edinburgh ........... Scotland ....... S. H. Middleton .. Ft. Macleod B. M. Smith ...... Columbia ..... South Carolina .... F. W. Keyte ........ Calgary Phil ip Dyer .211-East Hill .. South Dakota .... A. Peart ........... Edmonton S. We•stall .. Columbia ...... Tennessee ....... 0. W. Harris ........ Calgary J. E. Cavender Ft. Worth . Texas ................ A. Carr .................. Calgary H. C. Amens ....... Sault Lake City . Utah .................... A. F. Lissack .. Galahad R. W. Barnard .... Rutland .. Vermont ... W. J. Gutowski . Drumheller S. J. Jessup ........ N. Williamstown. Victoria ....... Norman Leslie Grande Prairie C. F. Unruth ........ Kinsale ..... Virginia .... W. E. Riome .... Wainwright R. Patterson ....... Spokane ... Washington ........ Geo. Grieve ..... Edmonton R. W. Prince . N. Williamston .... West Australia .... E. J. Friend .......... Calgary L. G. Kincheloe .. Parkesburg ...... West Virginia ..... F. J. Hand ............ Calgary P. Thomasga:d .... Winier ......... Wisconsin ... W. H. Gillett ........ Forestburg W. B. Saunders .. Gillette .............. Wyoming .. H. D. Fawcett ... Calgary

R. 0. C. Clyne .. Switzerland

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Grand Chapter Proceedings REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON FRATERNAL CORRESPONDENCE

To the Most Excellent Grand First Principal, Officers and Companions of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Alberta.

Most Excellent Sir and Companions:

Your committee agoin has the pleasure of submitting Reviews of ·:he Proceedings from those Grand Chapters kind enough to furnish us with copies. The members have had many hours of most interesting reading, which is an education 'in itself. Because of the number participating in the preparation of this report a deepened interest in Royal Arch Masonry is being shared by a considerable number of the leading Companions in this Jurisdiction.

The general condition of the Craft is not as bright as in former yems. Many Sister Jurisdictions show a gain in membership although some report that despite the gain, their is actually a decrease in the number of applicants. A few G~and Chapters are reporting losses for the first time in years. Many leaders still deplore the loss in membership thrm:.gh demits and suspensions. Outside activities appears to be keeping mcmy from attending their Chapters.

The Thirteenth Annual Conference of Grand Chapters of Royal Arch Masonry of Canada, was held last August, in Otttawa, Ontario.

The minutes and papers read at the Conference are in the hands of the Grand Scribe E., and the Companions are requested to make good use of them.

We commend the reading of the vavious reviews, to get the whole sweep of what Capitular Masonry is doing all over the world.

Fraternally submitted, C. W. LILLEY, Chairman ALF PEART FRANK MAYER NORMAN SCHEER W. G. HARTLEY C. M. LAVERTY F. W. KEYTE

On the motion of M.E. Companion C. W. Lilley, seconded by M.E, Companion A. G. Acton, it was:-

Resolved that the Committee on Fraternal Correspondence be re­ceived and adopted.

The following is a list of those

Alabama - 1958 California - 1959 Georgia - 1958 Indiana - 1958 Kansas - 1959 New Mexico - 1958 Nebraska - 1958 Mississippi - 1958 Missouri - 1959 New York - 1959 Oregon - 1958 Pennsylvania - 1958 South Dakota - 1958

reviewed and what they have

West Virginia- 1958 Arkansas - 1958 District of Columbia - 1958 Georgia - 1959 Manitoba - 1958 Michigan - 1958 Nevada - 1958 Ohio - 1958 South Carolina - 1959 Rhode Island - 1959 Vermont - 1958 Wyoming - 1958

to say.

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ALABAMA - 1958

The One Hundred and Thirty-Second Grand Convocation of the Gran d Chapter of Alabama was held in the Terrace Ball Room, Thomas Jefferson Hotel ·in the City of Birmingham, on Monday, February the 9th, 1959, at 10 a.m., M. Ex. Companion Earl Drayton Holmes, presiding.

Regret to state that Alberta was not represented. 12 P.G.H.P. were presented and given a cordial welcome, and escorted to the Grand East.

The Distinguished guests were presented to the Grand Chapter by M. Ex. Companion Stallworth. They were rendered the Grand Honours and were escorted to seats in the Grand East.

Companion J. W. Wagner, Associate Commissioner of the City of Birmingham, was introduced to the Grand Chapter by M. Ex. Comp. Earl D. Holmes, P.G.H.P. who extended a most cordial welcom€ and greetings on behalf of the City of Birmingham. He called attention to the many things of interest that our visiors might want to see. The M. Ex. G.H.P. on behalf of the Grand Chapter thanked the Commissioners for his most cordial welcome and he many courtesies extended by the City County and the entertainment committee.

The G.H.P. then gave his Annual Address, and ,in part said.

"I take great pleasure as your G.H.P. to welcome all the mecnbers of the Grand Chapter of Alabama, Royal Arch Masons. We sincerely want your attendance to be an enjoyable .and pie.as.ant one.

I regret to state that I have not accomplished al! the things that I set out to do. At first we were handicapped by the illness of our Grand Secretary. This d€layed the printing of the Proceedings and that held us back. My work was changed, and I was not in a position to do all the things that I had hoped to do. We thank God the Grand Secretary is now healthy and strong and is back with us.

On June 28th, the G.H.P. along with other Grand Chapter OfLcers, Constituted Coffee Chapt€r No. 173 at the Masonic Temple in Enterprise.

As regards the State of the Craft, the G.H.P. noted it had made pro­greE.s. Especially was he pleased .at the number of reinstatements. This is borne out by the co-operation of the Chapters.

This brlngs to a close a glorious and wonderful year for me. appreciat€ the honours that were given me, also the support of the Grand Officers, and the Committee members. To the Grand Secretary and Staff, you were wonderful, and helped to make the year, a pleasant one."

The report of the Grand Secretary showed a membership of 12,995 a ga'.n of 212.

M. Ex. Companion James T. McRae was elected G.H.P. for 1959 and was duly installed by M. Ex. Companion Claud Stalworth, P.G.H.P., o.ssisted by M. Ex. Companion Emrys W. John, P.G.H.P.

There being no further business to come before the Grand Chapter, it was closed in Ample Form at 1 :20 p.m.

The next Annual Grand Convocation will be held in the ~ity of Birmingham, Alabama on the 8th of February, 1959.

F. W. K.

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ARKANSAS - 1958

A Devotional and Memorial Service under the direcfion of Conrcrd N. Glover, Gr.and Chaplain of the Gnand Chapter of Arkansas was held on Sunday, February 15th. Music was -assisted by the Choir and Chan­ters of Scimitar Temple, A. A. 0. Nobles of the Mystic Shrilne, under the direction of Noble G. Hulsmith and with Dr. B. 0. Miller at the organ. The Message was delivered by Dr. Foreman. It must have been (m insp'.ring service to all present. To get the full import of this message, one would have to read it i'n full. (This reviewer will state it W<'.ls beautiful.

The One Hundred and Tenth Convocation of the Grand Chapter of Arkansas was opened in the Ha ll of Trinity Lodge 694, A.F. & A.M., on February 16th, 1959, by M. Ex. Compa:n1on Roy Smith Bucy, G.H P.

Seven Chapters had no representatives (a pity). The Distinguished Guests were presented to the Grand Chapter by

Companion Eugine Smith were from other Grand Bodies and w ere rendered the Grand Honours, then escorted to the Grand East, as also were 10 P.G.H.P. in the same manner.

39 Gra:nd Representatives answered the Roll Call. (I am sorry to report that Alberta was not present.

In his address, the G.H.P. said in part, "We are here today to tran·s­act the business of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Arkanscrs, and to cement further our friendships with the Companions of yecrrs standing.

One year ago, when I was installed into this exalted office, I promised you that I would do my best. This I have done and I sincerely hope that it meets with your approval, but that is for you to decide. I told you then, that I did not expect to break any records, but had hopes of laying the ground work and starting the cyclone, an upward move­ment that would eventually bring Royal Arch Masonry in Arkansas back to its rightful place in the Masonic family. This I sincerely hope that we have done.

I have made oat least one official visit to each dis trict in the Stnte and in a number of districts, I have made more than one visit. Some Districts that cover a large territory, I divided and made two official vis its. In other Districts I made special visits to individual Chapters for special reasons.

O.n October 4th, the G.H.P., accompanied by other Grand Chapter o£ficers journeyed to Boonsville Chapter No. 110. This was an emergent occasion to restore this Chapter:s Charter which had been surrendered some twenty years ago. There were thirty-four candidates present and received all the degrees. (This must have been a gala day.)

Realizing that the teadership of this Grand Chapter is to be in very able hands during the coming year, I shall be very happy in turning over the helm to him at the end of this Convocation, with confidence that Royal Arch Masonry in Arkansas will continue to go forward."

The report of the Grand Secretar:y is a lengthy one. He hm a botheration with the secretaries of the subordinate chapters. For in­stance, he reported one Chapter showing total in .acti'Vity, but having a reported membership of seventy-eight, collected no dues during the year, and had only $9.00 in the treasury, which it remitVed. (This re­viewer wonders "home come"). The Grand Secretary is also bothered with many errors in the Roster of Membership sent lin. He doubts if all Chapte~s keep a ledger record of their members. Without o,r.e, '.Jr the other, it is practically impossible to have an accurate record. (Perhcrps a "slap" on the wrist may help change this).

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Another problem which he evidently had mentioned many times was the handling of Rituals. Seldom was it possible for him to receive an absolute accurate account of Rituals issued. (This don't happen in Al­berta.)

He then went on to say, "There are nine Chapters under the head­ing 'Excessive Suspensions' who had suspensions of from five to thirteen per cent. In my travels throughout the jurisdLction during the year, al­though the law repealing 'automatic suspensions' was passed at the last Grand Convocatio,n, a number of secretaries had no knowledge that it had been repealed, and I am sure that a number of those suspended during the past year would still have active membership had the secre­taries looked over the Proceedings forwarded to them cov'ering the last Con vocation." (This reviewer will say this, that had a letter gone out from the Grand Secretary to all Chapters advising them of the change, this sad stale of aff.ctirs could not have happened. It's unfortunate.)

Membership as at December, 1958, was 8,210.

M. Ex. Companion Jacob L. King was ,elected G.H.P. and was in­stalled by M. Ex. Companion P. Ray N. Boyle, P. G. H.

No furthe r business comjng before the Grand Convocation, and with the Prayer and Benediction by the Grand ChapJ.ain, the Grand Chapter was declared adjourned.

CALIFORNIA - 1959

Chapters 124. Members 33,979. Gain 287.

F. W. K.

The One Hundred a;nd Fifth Conv.ocation was held in the magnificent California Masonic Memorial Temple, located on fabled Knob Hill, San Frcmcisco, April 27-28, 1959, M. Ex. Charles Lesson presiding.

Alberta is honored to have as G rand Representative near Alberta M. Ex. Companion Harry R. Sones. Congratulatio,ns Harry on your elevation to Grand High Priest for 1959-1960. During his year in office the G.H.P. attended 127 Engagements and Official Visitatiion3.

G.H.P. (Suggested letter - Collection of Delinquent Dues).

Dem Companion Blank: I feel sure that you have enjoyed y.our membership in our Chapter.

We are certainly pleased to count you one of the members and will always appreciate your support and activ'e participation in the affairs (Ncrme) Chapter.

It has been called to my attention that you have not paid your dues for the year 1957, amounting to $6.00 Your check in the amount of $12.00 will place you in good standing for the coming year.

Our earliest teachings in Masonry point our duty to pay our dues so that our great Order may live and progress. Your Chapter needs yot-.r regular support to carry on its program. Feeling sure that there is some very good reason why you have not been able to make payment, or that it is an oversight on your part, due to demands on your time, this is written to advise you of our concern for the status of your sta;nd­ing in our Chapter.

If there are any reasons, based on personal hardship or extenuating circumstances, which have prevented you from keeping your dues on a cur.:ent bcrsis, please do not hesitate to tell me so in order that proper steps may be taken to relieve you of this respo,nsibility until you are in a position to reassume your obligations.

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Your Chapter is interested in your welfare, and of course would like to hav€ you attend our meetings when it is possibt,e for you to do so. If you are unable to attend your own Chapter, we hope that you will visit with the Companions nearest to you.

I would greatly appreciate hearing from you at your earliest con­venience, and we look forward to s·eEJing you in Chapter in the very near future.

Sincerely and fraternally yours, (Signed)

High Priest.

Most Excellent Companion Earl E. Dusenbery, Past General Grand High Priest, presented the General Grand Chapter Distinguished Service Medal to Ex. Comp. George A. Eohst, who has served the Grand Chap ter as a committeeman continuously for a period of 25 years.

The Order of High Priesthood was convened and received 109 Peli-lions.

DISTRICT OF COLUMBUS - 1958

Chapters I I, Members, 4,244 Loss 103.

c. w. L.

The Ninety-Second Annual Convocation was held in Washington, D.C., February 14th, 1959, with M.E. Companion John E. Chrisman, G rci;nd High Priest, presiding.

ALberta Grand Representative Comp. Joseph C. Richmond present.

Recommendation from Jurisprudence Committee that Constitution be revised to permit Dual Membership. Carried unanimously.

The Grand High Priest declared null and void the receptio,n of three petitions, two by one Chapter and one to another, in which the petitioners had falsified their place of residence.

The Grand High Priest presented Distinguished Service Medal to Ex. Comp. Samuel T. Farmer.

The Grand Chapter School of Instruction has risen to greater heights, both in attendance and in enthusiasm. Keen determination to learn more concerning the meaning and the import of the degrees.

Order of High Prie,;thood was opened and eleven candidates we1e admitted.

M.E. Emerson B. Wise was elected and installed Grand High Priest for the ensuing year.

C. W. L.

GEORGIA - 1958

The One Hundred and Thirty-Sixth Annual Convocation of the Grand Chapter of the State of Georgia held in the Masonic Audi torium, at Macon, Georgia, April 16th .and 17th, 1959, M.E. Comp. Austin P. Phillips, presiding, at which all Grand Officers were p!lesent, as well as fourteen P.G.H.P.'s and eight Distinguished Guests.

This the "Empire State of the South", a state or rare beauty, a land of mountains, hills and v'alleys, with much fertile land and a r~ost favorable climate and Masonically a state with a long history, a good setting for a Masonic Convocation.

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The G.H.P.'s address showed .a very busy and most encouraging year. Many visitations had been made, not only to his own Chapters, but to other Jurisdictions. I was plea3ed to note that he had designated October 30th, 1957, as Religious Affirmation Day, and apparently was well observed by the various Chapters in the Jurisdiction. The Disting­uished Service Medal was awarded to Comp. Edward P. Hitaffer, Secre­tary of Fort Benning Chapter No. 73, who from the account of his ser­vices richly deserved same. Our congmtuJ.ations Comp. Hitaffer. The Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Georgia, and also a Royal Arch Mason, gave a most enlightened and thoughtful address, deali,ng with Masonry ·and its impact on our lives. Most Worshipful Bro. and Comp. John C. Kaufman certainly brought out many matters of v'ital importance to all Freemasons.( The address was p rinted in fu!I, in their Proceedings.

There were no contentious matters brought up at this Convocation.

Membership at the end of the Masonic year was 27,237 - an in­crease of 505, although some concern was voiced as to the large number of Companions suspended during 1957 - 981 - this would seem too large.

Total assets were $84,402.88. Alberta was reviewed and were represented by Comp. T. M. Gray.

M.E. Comp. Jay D. Barton elected G.H.P.

M.E. Comp. W. J. Penn, Jr. elected Gr.and Secretary.

Next Annual Convocation to b e held in the city of Macon, Georgia, Apnl 15th, 1959.

I was also pleased to note a Grand Convention of the Order of High Priesthood was held after Grand Chapter closed, at which 63 Excellent Companions were elected •and being hn waiting were introduced, Anoint­ed and Set Apart to the Holy Order of High Priesthood.

F. M.

GEORGIA - 1959

Chapters 128, Members 27,443, Gain 206.

The One Hundred and Thirty-Seventh Convocation was held in Macon, April 15, 1959, with M. Ex. Companion Jay D. Barton, presiding.

Alberta Representative Companion T. M. Gr.cry present.

Seventeen P.G.H. Priests and Fifty-four Grand Representatives pre­sent.

Excerpts from G.H.P. address: We deem it a very rare priv'ilege and honor to have with us Most Excellent Companion J. Luther Jordan, Gen­eral Grand High Priest, and extend to you, Sir, our warme<st greetings; and our sincere thanks for having honored us with this visit.

My term as Grand King was interrupted by the untimely death of Grand Priest L. S. Patterson, who was to serve only o.ne month as G rand High Priest.

During my term of office, my object has been to help all Companions in cm endeavor to create and develop aJditional interest in Capitu1ar Marnnry; to give assistance and advice and help in retaining our mem­ben:hip by spreading true Masone light and knowledge to our less in­formed brothers. (G.H.P. travelled 14,480 miles for CapituLar Masonry, CWL)

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Grand Recorder warning: "Companions, you see from the above re­port that our gains are continui,ng to drop ev'ery year, and unless we exalt more Companions or devise means of keeping those that we now have on the roll it will only be a 1short time before we will be forced to report a loss in membership. And I don't believe that there is a Com­panion present that would appreciate such a report, and I am frank to advise you that the matter is 'in your ha;nds. If you will see that your own Chapter is handled properly and shows a gain in membership we can increase our gains and continue the upward climb that we h<Jve been on for a good many of years. The materi·al is plentiful and all we need is your assistance.

The Order of High Priesthood received 70 Ca;ndidates.

M.E. Comp. Harry M. Stanley, Jr., was elected and ins talled G .H.P. for the ensuing year.

C. W. L.

KANSAS - 1959

Chapters 90, Membership 16,2 17, Loss 349.

The Ninety-Fourth Annual Convocation was held in Wichita, Mmch 9, 1959, with M.E. Companion Glenn E. Millams presiding.

Companion George E. Kerrick our Grand Represe,ntative was present. Excerpts from Grand High Priest address:

"To each of us is given a set of tools, A shapeless mass, and a book of rules, With these, must he make a life of his own, A stumbling block, or a stepping stone."

Here, within this Fraternity, it is our duty as Royal Arch Masons, so to instill within ourselves and our votaries that principle of Truth, and Fearless support of God, that we may hav'e the courage to cCJrry the Light with us when we e.nter the battles and conflicts of this world.

Now let us take s tock Companions and examtne the cause of these suspen.sions. True, we cannot be certain, but it would seem to me that the faul/t lies largely with us.

Do we take part in the work, or are we busy? Do we gladly ac<:ept such assignments as are given to us, or do we offer excuses.

Some of these suspended Companions may indeed be prodigal sons, treading world paths, forgetting what they have been taught; but many are as lambs left in the darkness of the hills and valleys when the flock comes home because they did not know the way. They came to us seeking Light, Companions, and had we kept that right bright and shining they would have found the way home.

Companionis, let us search for reasons and deli;nquent Companions were not lost in a day. us. This was not done in a day, it cannot be surely we can make a start.

not offer excuses, these The fault must lie with

corrected in a day, but

Sixt,Y-one Ex Companions were anointed, consecrated and set apart in the Order of High Priesthood.

M.E. Companion Ralph M. Burlin installed Gra:nd High Priest.

C. W. L.

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MANITOBA - 1958

The Thirty-Sixth Annual Convocation of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arcn Masons of Manitoba was opened in Ample Form in the Donald Street Masonic Temple, Winnipeg, on Wednesday, February 11th, 1958, at () a.m., M. Ex. Companion Hugh Eakin, G.F.P. prelsiding.

After the Grand Chapter was opened all Royal Arch Masqns in wait­~g were admitted and welcomed by the M. Ex. G.F.P

The Distinguished Guests present were introduced by M. Ex. Com­panion E. I. Walker, warmly welcomed by the G.F.P. and after Grand Hor,ours were rendered, were escorted to the Grand East.

The Grand Master of Manitoba, A.F. & A.M. was introduced to the Grand Chapter by M. Ex. Companion Lawrence. After the Grand Honours the G.M. was escorted to the Grand East. After the Flags of Canada and the U.S. were presented in colourful ceremo;ny, the Com­panions sang one verse of GOD SA VE THE QUEEN and THE ST AR SPANGLED BANNER, the Grand Master addressed the Grand Chapter. He began, by saying, "Bro. Hugh Eakin and Brethren, (Should the G.M. not have began his address by saying M. Ex. Companion Hugh Eakin, instead of Bro. Eakin and Brethren) , that it was a pleasure for him, the G .M. to be present." He brought fraternal greetings from 16,000 Masons of Manitoba, then went on to say he had no inside information concern­ing the philosophy and teachings of the Roya1 Arch (this reviewer thinks it i[: a pity the G.M. is not a R.A.M.) , nevertheless he has many friends and fellow workers who are members of the Royal Craft. Further on the G.M. said, "Let us carry the tenants and teachings of Freemasonry out of the Lodge room into the work-a-day world - in our business -in our church affiliations - in our community activity, and i;n our think­ing and attitude towards matters of school and state." (Well said M. Wor. Sir.)

The Grand First Principal then thanked the G.M. for his ;nice address. At \his time the G.M. retired, amid applause.

At this time, the Roll was called and the Past Gnanq First Principals assembled around the Altar, welcomed by the G .F.P. given the Grand Ho.nours and then took their seats in the Grand East.

The Honourable Companon Dufierin Roblin Premier of the Province of Manitoba was introduced by M. Ex. Comp. W . J. McGregor, who expressed his pleasure that we could welcome our distinguished guest, not only as our Premier, but as one of our Companions. After the Grand Honours were rendered, Honourable Companion Roblin was escorted to the East, and cordially welcomed by the M. Ex. Z. who re­marked that this was the fast time that a Premier of our Province had honoured us with his attendance at Grand Chapter. This was greatly appreciated by all present. The Premier later on addressed the Com­panions. H1s remarks are noted further in this review.

The Grand First Principal then addressed the Grand Chapter with the Annual G.Z.'s report, part of which follows:

"Companions, we are gathered here today in the thirty-s·ixth Annual Grand Convocation of R.A.M. of Manitoba, and I am pleased to extend to you all a hearty welcome. To the distinguished guests and visitors, a very hearty welcome. May I say, it is a great pleasure to have you with us on this occasion and I hope your stay will be a pleasant one. One year ago the gavel of authority was placed in my hands. With your encouragement and loyal support I entered upon 'it filled with an earnest desire and determination to be of some constructive service to the order, for I did in some measure want to come up to the expectations of those who had so signally honoured me.

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Many things have occured in this brief span of time, but I have endeavoured to carry forward the work to the best of my ability. I thank those serving on committees for this Annual Co.nvocatiion. The splendid co-operation and the hard work which have been so cheerfully given, are indeed a proof that Masonry, and especially Royal Arch Masonry is the means, and the implement by which true Masonry, and Com­panionship is exemplified."

The G.Z. attended the Grand Chapter of Canada. This was the occasion of its Centennial. Fortunate was he to meet up with Rt. Ex. Comp. Boag, representing the Grand Chapter of England. Rt. Ex. Comp. the Right Hon. the Earl of Galoway, Rt. Ex. Comp. W. A. Laid, Grand Scribe of Scotland and Rt. Ex. Comp. Wm. Henry Sweeti.ng, representing Australia. There were also some twentyi-five G .H. Prie,sts from the U.S.A. (This reviewer thinks it was a gala day for him, the G.Z.)

The Honourable Companion Roblin at this Nme addressed the Com­panions. He began by expressing his keen appreciation of the warm welcome he had received. He was very pleased to attend as a Com­panion, and also bring greetings from the Government. He paid tribute to the contribution made to the public welfare by Freemasonry. There is a lot more to this address, but this reviewer is limited for S.Pace, and is sorry to cut the rest of the adress short.

The report of the G.S.E. showed that there were only 29 suspensions for N.P.D. which is not out of line for Manitoba. There is a net increase of 53 for the year bringing the membership to 2,372 as at Dec., 1958.

Am pleased to note that Alberta was represented at the Roll Call of Representatives, which was ca!led at this time.

M. Ex. Companion R. A. Carruthers was elected as G.Z. and in­satlled by M. Ex. Companion W. D. Lawrence, assisted by other G.Z.

The Grand Chapter was closed 'in Ample Form at 4:10 .P.:n.

F. W. K.

NEBRASKA-1958

The Ninety-Second Annual Convocation of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Nebraska was held in the Masonic Temple.Omaha, on Wednesday, December 3rd, 1958. The Grand Chapter was opened at 9:00 a.m. by the M.E. Companion Louis V. Sylvester, G.H.P.

Seventeen P.G.H. Priests were presented and rendered the Grand Honours and were escorted to the Grand East.

Am pleased to report Alberta was represented.

Other distinguished guests were received in the usual Nebraska manner and were escorted to the Grand East, and were later on given the opportunity to address the Convocation.

The address of the G .H.P. was one in which this writer can begin to do justice, which it deserves. For instance, the G.H.P. went on to say: "One cannot trave l many miles, visit and converse with Comanions from all over the world without making some observations and arriving at certain conclusions. These are many and varied, but clearly out­standings are two observations which I feel I should comment upon in this report. First and foremost-Concern. Concern of what is happening to our beautiful Capitular Rite. The lack of enthusiasm on the part of many of our Companions, their reluctance to attend meetings, the indif­ference on the part of many officers to the importance and necessity to

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lecrrn their work, all of which is together with the ever-present problem of deaths and suspensions resulting in an insignificant increase in our membership 'and in many instances an actual loss.

The other concern has to do with leadership and he laok of it in too mcmy of our Chapters. How can we be progressive and militant when we persist in placing in office individuals whose only concern is to ad­vance through the line and appropriate unto himself the title of "Past High Priest (to this the writer fully agrees with the G.H.P.). In the fore­going question. I have omitted the word "proud" because it is incon­ceivable on my part that one could or would consider himself the proud possessor of such a title when he has done little or nothing to entitle him to it. Fortunately this situation is prevalen in only a small number of our Chapters and most of the officers are lending every effort to provide the leadership so necessary. We, as Companions, have permitted our­selves with the entire world to be caught up in the whirlwind of present dcry modernism and have emerged with a distorted sense of human va lues. We have inverted the fundamental rules of righteous living, and are putting those things of lessor value first and relegating to second place those things which are most import::mt to the success of many worthwhile endeavours, even life itself." Space does not permit the w riter to give more of this address, for it is a MUST to all thinking Com­pcmions.

In April the G.H.P. was the guest of the Grand Chapter of Canada for four days, during their celebration of their Centennial year-of pmticular note was the dignified and impressiveness with which all sessions were conducted, and the resplendent regalia of all officers and distinguished guests, particularly those Companions from overseas. It was our great joy to become acquainted and visit with the Earl of Gal­loway, Supreme Grand First Principal of the Grand Chapter of Scotland, Sir George Bouge, representing the Grand Chapter of England (no doubt the M.E.G.!H.P. was thrilled with his visit to Canada. It must have been an eye-opener ot him to see that splendid regalia, but then, it is our custom).

Membership as at October, 1958, 8,273, a gain of 64.

M.E. Companion Ehm J. Sorensen was electe d and installe d as G .H.P. for 1959. Next place of meeting to be in Omaha, Dec. 2nd, 1959.

F.W.K.

MICHIGAN-1958

The One Hundred and Tenth (I 10th) Annual Convocation of the Grand Chapter of Michigan, was held at the Masonic Temple, Battle Creek, Michigan, on October 17th and 18th, 1958. M.E. Comp. Orlow J. Myers, presiding, all Grand Officers being present, except Austin E. Duplan, G. Cahplain, who was absent on account of illness and, whose stGtion was filled by M.E. Comp. Roy Cameron. There were alos mGny distiguished guests present. Two from the Grand Chapter of Canada in Ontario. M.E. Companions Maurice A. Searle and Fred W. Dean.

This the "Wolverine State", a State of beautiful scenery. Many lakes, no other State in the Union enjoys so large a share in America's vccst inland seas, it has also untold wealth in its iron and copper mines, splendid forests, fertile fields and orchards-lucky Michigan. M.E. Com­p cmion Myers in his address gave a very full report of the business covered during his term, he certainly had a very full year, how be at­tended and made so many and varied visitations and attended to his

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own business is beyond me. Congratulations M.E. Comp. Myers, for your breadth of vision in a year lilied with many worthwhile accomplish­ments.

Reading through their "proceedings" the business of the Convoca­tion is well conducted and the affairs of this Grand Chapter runs smooth­ly and well.

The report of the "History Committee" is very interesting and brings forth some of their Masonic Pioneers, the account of the late P. H. P . Stillman Blanchard shows the type of Companions, who brought credit not only to his State, but to the whole Masonic Vineyard. May hls memory ever be revered.

The G eneral Grand Chapter's Meritorious Service Medal was award­ed to M.E. Comp. Wm:. Hill, P.G.H.P. of Ionic Chapter No. 61, Detroit, and from the very impressive account of his service over many years, he ls justly deserving of same. Our congratulations, Comp. Stillman.

The guest speaker at the bnnquet of the first evening, Rev. George M. Cordner, P.H.P., gave a wonderful address, the "Parable Out of Time," bringing out the beauty of the parable of the workmen being dissatisfied with their wages as exemplified in the M.M.M. degree. This very much enjoyed and only sorry it is not possible to have same printed, owircg to space. Thank you.

Membership at the end of the Masonic year was 30,890, and increase of 62. Chartered Chapters being 146. Finances of this Grand Jurisdic­tion were in excellent condition, show total assets to be $93,440 .. 52.

Alberta was generously reviewed. Our representative, Walter E. Zimmer, P.G.H.P. of Mason, Mich., was preesnt at the Convocation.

M.E. Comp. Walter D. Strobel elected G .H.P.; M.E. Comp. Ray An­drus, P.G.H.P., Grand Secretary.

Next p lace of meeting will be at Saginaw, Mich., October, 1959. I was pleased to note that after Grand Chapter closed the 96th Annual Convention of Anointed High Priests was convened, at which 57 Exce l­le nt Comps. were elected and being in waitng, were introduced, Anointed and Set Apart to the Holy Order of High Priesthood. Best wishes, Michigan.

F.M.

MISSOURI-1959

Chapters 103-Members 23,257. Loss 85.

The One Hundred and Thirteenth Annual Convocation was h eld in St. Louis, April 27, 1959, with M.E. Companion Irvin J. Freiberger p resid­ing.

Alberta Grand Representative Comp. Claude L. Fichthorn present.

Grand High Priest reports on Condition of Rite:

I hesita te, because of the many variable conditions throughout the state with no trend of pattern unless it be that of complacency. It is true that we had a few more exaltations than the previous year, yet we suffered a n e t loss of eighty-five, our first loss in sixteen years . How an average size Chapter can come up with forty-nine exaltations and during the same year a small Chapter have fifty-seven suspensions, is beyond my comprehension. Eighteen Chapters had no exaltations while the progress of some Chapters was far better than the previous year.

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Concludes his 27-page address with: "My principles ::md practices, which I have tried to expcund and follow, are well summed up in this verse which many of you have heard me recite on some previous oc­casion, and I cannot resist including it here and now. It is entitled: "Things Worth While."

It's not what you get, but what you give, It's not what you say, but what you give,

Giving the world the love it needs, Living a life of noble deeds.

It's not whnce you came, but whither bound, It's not what you have, but what you've found,

Striving for the right, the good, the true, These are the things worth while to you.

On September 7th, 1958, 150 Officers and interested companions attended a Royal Arch Forum when short talks on Chapter Administra­tion, Ritual and Festivals, Chapter Organization and Class Organization and Promotion were presented. Question and answer period after each talk.

Eighteen Companions were presented w ith 50 year buttons. Sixty-two petitioners were prepared, anointed, consecrated and set

apart to the Holy Order of High Priesthood. M. Ex. Comp. James P. Hall elected and installed Grand High Priest. Next Annual lo be held in Columbia Mo., April 26th, 1960.

C.WL.

NEVADA-1958

The Eighty-Fifth (85th) Annual Convocation of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Nevada, was held at Las Vegas, Nevada, June 10th, 1958. M.E. Comp. William T. Reid presiding. All Grand Officers were present, save the Grand Chaplin and Comp. Walter Sutton, was req uested to fill that office, also eight P.G.H. Priests were present and several distinguished guests.

M.E. Comp. Reid had had a busy year, particularly in respect to visitations and he gave a thoughtful address.

A study or discussion on the advancement of Royal Arch Masonry in response to a letter from the M.E. G.H.P. to all Chapters produced m<Jny thoughtful and varied theories, these ranging from more educa­tion, giving members more work, to more social events, boiled down, it seemd the general consensus that each Chapter should merge all .the se according to its particular needs.

The Grand Orator Comp. Clarence K. Jones, Grand Orator for this Jurisdiction delivered a fine address relating to the principles of Mcrnonry, as applied to our present day society, particularly as to events of the present time.

Membership 1958, 976. Net gain 24. Chapters 9. Finances-Bank balance $1,921.14. No reviews published. Alberta represented by M.E. Comp W. R.

Oyerfelt. M.E. Comp. Frank Woodliff elected G.H. Priest; R.E. Comp. Edward

C. Peterson, elected Grand Secretary. Next Annual Convocation to be held at Elko, Nevada, June 9th, 1959.

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NEW YORK-1959

Chapters 214-Members 33,860. Loss 669. The One Hundred and Sixty-Second Convocation was held in

Albany, February 5th and 6th, 1959. M. Ex. Frederick G. Breithaupt presiding.

Alberta Representative, Walter Herman, present. Distinguished guests from 14 Grand Chapters, also Grand Council,

R. and S.M., Grand Commandery, Knights Templar, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Red Cross of Constantine, Covent General, Knights York Cross of Honour, Grand Chapter and Gr=d Lodge, F. & A.M. repre­sented. Address and report of the Grand High Priest contains 21 pages of interesting reading.

The G.H.P. read a suitable memorial as a tribute to the memory of M.E. Earl C. McCullough. Companion Rasmusson sang "Beautiful Isle of Somewhere" G .H.P. In memory of our departed Companions, I place this Red Rose of Remembrance upon our Alter.

Speciai Convocations were held to qualify seven duly elected High Priests to preside in their respective Chapters. In Alberta only Installed Ex. First Principals are eligible for High Priesthood.

During l 958, one Chapter observed 150 years and three Chapters observed 100 years of service to Royal Arch Masonry.

Fraternal Relations were extended with Germany and Argentina.

All York Rite bodies and Deputy Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite held a meeting in New York, November 22nd to establish ways and means for closer relationship and co-operation among all branches of Masonry. Further meetings are to be called by the Grand Master of Masons. It was my privilege to address the 11th Annual International Night in Mas­sena, September 25th. This Annual Visit is sponsored by Massena Chapter No. 300 and Coven=t Chapter No. 113 at Cornwall. These joint meetings do much to cement the fraternal relationship with our Northern Neighbors.

Distinguished Service Medal presented to R. Ex. David Hood. During the year 32 Certificates of Merit, and 157 Fifty-Year C:er­

iilicate swere awarded to the Companions. The G.H.P. visited all Chapters not visited in 1957, receiving Honorary

Membership in five Chapters. Grand Representatives accredited 22-appointed 9, Dispensatlons

issued 34, Visitations 108, travelling 18,000 miles by car and train. G.H.P. The secret of success is leadership and hard work. I am not

making any recommenda tions to this August body for two reasons-

!. Any recommendations that could have been of any assistance in 1958, should have been adopted one year ago.

2. I do not think it fair to the incoming G.H.P. to be bound by =Y ideas I might have at this late date.

I firmly believe any ideas for the future should be presented by the Deputy High Priest in his report, and if it pleases this Grand Chapter, they should be adopted so the new Grand High Priest c= have the proper Masonic implements with which to work during his term of office.

My best wishes to you all for continued success. in 1959. The key to this success is-WORK, WORK AND MORE WORK. My report is now ended. May the Good Lord Bless and Keep you until we meet a gain. Thank you.

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The Committee on Tuberculosis Relief expended during year 1958-1959, $2,297.00. Since 1924 Grand Chapter has spent $127,123.33 for re­lief of tuberculosis, Royal Arch Masons rmd their dependents.

M. Ex. Charles J. Wells presenting report on MUSEUM AND LIBRARY begins with-The conclusion is rapidly being reached ,that failure to arouse interest in Freemasonry by scular forms of amusement is due to he fact that, what Masons really want is Masonry. We can not escape the fact that Masons are known by their concerns. The rising tide of interest in Masonic Education among thousands of brethren and Com­panions throughout the State, gives proof of greater appreciation of the resources of our Grand Lodge Library and Museum, with its unique system of Sections.

Concluding with: In our Royal Arch Section a long felt need is being met. A permanent location for the care and preservation of prized relics and history of the past is assured. The famous words of Albert Pike come ringing down the years. "What we do for ourselves alone, dies with us. What we do for others and the world, remains and is im­mortal." Companions are you extending your Masonic horizons? The glowing future illuminates the sky before us. Beyond that horizon, re­splendent in all its glory, stands the World's Mecca of Capitular Masonry.

OHI0- 1958

The One Hundred and Forty-Second Annual Grand Convocation of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Ohio, was opened in thE:. Masonic Temple, 317 Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio, on October 22nd, 1958, at 9:00 a.m. with M.E. Comprmion Carl P. Nulsen presiding as G.H.P.

There were 16 P.G.H. Priests present.

The distinguished guests present were in troduced to the Grand Chapter by the Committee on Visiting Companions and were welcomed by the M.E. G.H.P. After the grand honours were rendered, the dis­tingu ish guests were escorted to the Grand East, where they were seated.

Among the distinguished was the M. Wor., the Grand Master of ~he Grand Lod ge of Cincinnati, Companion Chester Hodges.

The Grand Chapter was then called from labour to refreshment, when His Honor the Mayor of the City of Cincinnati was introduced to the Companions by Rt. Ex. Comp. Ralph E. Cors. His Hon., who wel­comed the Companions to the City, and expressed his pleasure at their presence.

The Grand King responded as follows: Mayor Clrmcy: "On many occasions in the past, the Queen City of the West has been host to the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Ohio. It has always been a pleasure for us to partake of your hospitality. We are fully aware of the hard work that has gone into the prepaartions for our convenience, rmd we :rre certain that our associations while in your fair city, will fill us with enthusiasm for the work that is before us, so, that when we leave here , we can all say that it has been good for us to have been with you."

The Grand Chapter was then called from refreshment to labour.

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The flag of the U.S. was posted by the Colour Guard of . Hanselmann Commandery No. 16 Knights Temp lar. The Comparnons iomed m smg­ing "America". The Canadian colours were then posted by the Colour Guard. Companion Chester A. Schiller Kilwinning No. 97, sang: "God Save the Queen". (For the singing o f "God Save the Queen") this re­viewer, says thank you).

The address of the M. Ex. G .H.P . was in part, as fo llows: "We have often heard the expression: "tempus fugit". It is doubtful

whether truer words were ever spoken. The days, the weeks and the months have sped along until we again find ourselves assembled for the Grand Convocation of the Capitular Rite of Ohio.

To that we are convened at a time when most nations of the world, including our own, seems to dwell in an uncertain, if not confused at­mosphere is, but to utter understatement. Yet, materially, politically, and economically, such is the state of things today. If our world could be encouraged to seek solutions as we in Freemasonry have come to find our answers, "in spirit of truth", an Armageddon, yet be prevented, if all of us work together to that end. There is a wealth of thought in the address, but space forbids this reviewer adding more at this time.

The G .H.P. made many visits, and covered a lot o f ground. One visit is to be noted, and a good one, which is? At the first meetinq of the Grand Lodge Deputies, your G.H.P. along with the Grand Illustrious Master and the Grand Commander, was asked by the newly elected Mos t Worshipful G rand Master, Andrew J. White, Jr., to attend and address the group. This is the first recollection in this writer's experi­ence in which the York Rite h eads were asked to have a part in this Grand Lodge programme. It is indeed a forward step, and has knitted us all more closely together in Masonic purpose.

(This reviewer will state, in his opinion, this meeting of heads is bound to come, for after all, "are we not brothers .")

The Grand Secretary complained that he had been called on to certify seve ral dimits upon which there are no recorded marks . Rei:orts come from some secretaries that there are no recorded marks.

Hen then went on to say that the District Deputies can greatly assist by making a thorough inspection of the marks book, with special attention to the recording by more recent candidates.

(This reviewer asks: "What have the Deputy G.H.P. been doinq in the past?).

There were 843 suspensions for N P.D. and the membership as a t the end of the year stands al 67,309.

The Grand Secretary noted that he had received a note from Com­p::mion Griffiths Evans of Kent Chapter, that this secretary had served as its secretary for 45 years and declined re-election, so on my last day of office, I had this order drawn for the Grand Chapter dues. (What a wonderful record).

The Roll Call of the Grand Representatives showed, that Alberta answered the Roll Call.

M. Ex. Companion Oliver H. Ormiston was elected M.E. G.H.P. and was installed by M. Ex. Companion G eorge E. Reiff, ably assisteci. by other P.G.H.P. At the conclusion of the Installation M. Ex. G.H.P. Nulsen was presented with the P.G.H.P. pewel and apron.

Nothing further to come before the Grand Chapter, it was closed in ample form.

Next Grand Convocation to be in the City of Columbus, Ohio , on October 8th, 1959.

F.W.K.

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PENNSYL VANIA-1958

The One Hundred and Sixty-Third Grand Convocation of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Pennsylvania was opened m ample form at 10 00 am on the morning of Dec 4th, 1958, with the M Ex Comp. Walter D. Ferree presiding as Grand High Pries t.

Twenty P.G.H.P. were present and Alberta was represented.

It is to be noted that Quarterly Convocations were held on March 6th, June 5th and Sept. 4th at which, business of a routine nature was dealt with, and it is pleasing to note that the attendance at all these Convocations was excellent.

The d istinguished guests that were present (and they were many) w er"' w e lcomed, and escorted to the Grand East. The Rt. Wor. Bro. San­ford M. Chilcote Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania evidently use the title as Rt. Worshipful, not M. Wor) was given the wel­come his station in the craft deserved and was escorted to the Grand Ea s ' , where he, the G.M. responded with a reply to welcome.

At th is time the M. Ex. G.H.P. gave his annual address in part as follows: "This is the time which your G .H.P. has anticipated with mixed emotions. It marks the termination of a pe riod of activity which only those w ho have been thus honoured can fully appreciate. It is also rem indful of those objectives hoped for, but not accomplished. As my tenure of office draws to a close, it is with full knowledge that much more could have b e en done for the advancement of Ca pitular Masonry w iihin th is Grand Jurisdiction. Lack of time and and endurance has b ee:1. the determining factor.

Here the G.H.P. paid thanks to the several Grand Officers who had don "' much to make his term of office smooth, especially d id pay tribute to the Grand Secretary for his assistance.

The G .H.P. stated that the trustees under the chairmanship of Com­p cm ion William A. Hooper had been most proficient in their duties in caring for the investments of Gran dChapter. He also noted that much benefit was derived from the District Meetings. While they may vary in n a ture , the gathering together of Companions to discuss mutual prob­lems, and he good fellowship always in evidence warrants their con­tin u :mce.

The G.H.P. further stated that he regretted to say that there was a loss of membership (this reviewer regrets this but it seems, other juris­d ictions suffer from the same complaint), but it is hopeful that the future looks bright."

That the G.H.P. had a busy year is evident from the report that he had pa id some 98 visits to various bodies. He sure had a busy time. and much good, will have been done, "Good for you, sir."

M. Ex. Companion John R. Asher was elected Grand High Priest and was later on installed into that high office (no mention of the installing officers).

After his installation as Grand High Priest, he had this to say in part: "Jn all organizations, whether political, social, literary or religious some one must be recognized as the head, while others learn to submit and obey this authority. Our Grand Chapter is no exception to this principal, since by harmony and brotherly love we dignify the custom and show that in our ranks there is dissension save that noble dissension or rother emulation, as to who can gest work and best agree. Our am-

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bition is to promote happiness and do good to all men by practicing out of the Chapter those principals of religion rmd morality we are taught within it.

Without your active support I doubt if any success, but with it I arn sure that I cannot fail, rmd will hope for the greatest of success for 1959 in our Grand Chapter." (Space, I regret to say does not permit further remarks, although they are plenty rmd full of wisdom). Grand Chapter was closed in Peace at 4:15 p.m. to convene in the City of Philadelphia on the 3rd of December, 1959.

F.W.K.

SOUTH CAROLINA-1959

Chapters 33. Members 5,500. Gain 35. The One Hundred and Forty-Eighth Convocation held in friendly

city of Anderson, March 10th, 1959. M. Ex. Marion A. Park presiding. Distinguished guests from seven Sister Grand Chapters and other

Masonic bodies of South Carolina were officially received. Nineteen Grand Officers, eight Past Grand High Priest, 32 Grand

Representatives answered the roll call. We note that Companion 0. Pennington not on list of Grand Representatives. We trust all is well with him.

G.H.P. reports: Within our State we visited 70% of our Subordinate Chapters. We found a few "withering on the vine"; by their inactivity they verily shouted for rejuvenation. We were able to help a couple, yet two others were not in the mood for assistance, but the great majority of our Chapters were found to be active rmd growing under the leader­ship of young, intelligent and vigorous High Priests, who opened their respective meetings in near-perfect full form. G.H.P. again reports: You will note that upon declaring this Convocation duly convened, we all participated in The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. We hope this de­velops into a custom or our annual meetings. No matter how happy, or unhappy, we are about the acts or statements or opinions of our selected leaders at Washington, fundamentally we are the children of this grecxt nation and Old Glory represents the noblest ideals of mankind. Long may she wave.

The Order of Anointed High Priest was convened and 23 Compan-ions were duly received, anointed, consecrated and set apart.

The fee was raised from $7.50 to $10.00. M. Ex. S. A. Bannister installed Grand High Priest. The next Annual Convocation will meet on Tusday, March 15th, 1960,

at Greenwood. C.W.L.

SOUTH DAKOTA-1958

The Annual Grand Convocation of Royal Arch Masons of South Dakota was opened at the Masonic Temple at Redfield, South Dakota, •lt 9:00 a.m. with M. Ex. Companion Voight , G.H,P. presiding.

This was the Sixty-Ninth Annual Grand Convocation. The United States and Canadian flags were presented by an escort

from Huston Commandery No. 22. Alberta was represented.

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The d istinguished guests were presented to the Grand Chapter by P.G.H.P. Earl F. Harrington. They were warmly welcomed by the M. Ex. G.H.P. and after the Grand Honours were escorted to the Grand East.

Thirteen P.G.H. Priests were present and warmly welcomed by the M. Ex. G .H.P.

The Hon. Robert Hansell, Mayor of the City of Redfie ld (who is also a Companion) was warmly welcomed. In his address, the Mayor said: "It was nice to have an aggressive organization like. the Grand Chapter ol South Dakota convene in this city. In order to make us feel doubly welcome, the business men had their Xmas decorations out and gifts on hand so we could spend our money if we wished. He said it was a p rivilege and honour to bring greetings and hoped the Companions would enjoy meeting in the little city of Hedfield." (which no doubt they did).

In his address to the Grand Chapter, the G.H.P. said in part: "We a:e asse mbled in this city of Redfield to hold our sixty-ninth G rand Con­vocation. The "Welcome Mat" is out, and we are invited to partake o '. the warm and friendly greeting, and frindly hospitality while here. As I come before you this morning to give this my address. I find it my fi_'lest hour in Masonry. It has been a great privilege to serve this Grand Chapter as its Grand High Priest. I have been richly blessed with the experiences I have had with so many fine Companions. I hope that I may have made a small contribution to Royal Arch Masonry. As I look back for a moment over the past year, I do not my record as a triumph or successful attainment. To me, it has been an inspiration to nobler living, and I trust that in some small way I have lived up to their expectations. Here he listed the many visits he had made, and they were many. Further on the G.H.P. stated that some of the Chapters have not held a meeting for some time. (I wonder why. This could not happen in Alberta). They said, it has been impossible to get enough members out to hold a meeting or confer degrees."

This reviewer regrets space does not lend itself for further remarks from a splendid address.

The Grand Secretary reported 138 exalted, but despite this, there was a net loss of 201 , leaving the membership as at 1958, 4,265. He further stated that eleven Chapters had no degree work during the en­tire year. Three Chapters had neither a gain or loss. This does not show as good a picture as the G.H.P. and I would like to give you. The deaths and demits we cannot overcome Companions unless we get new members. This reviewer agrees in that statement.

M.E. Companion Walter Reckling was elected G.H.P. for 1960 a nd was installed by M. Ex. Companion Kyle S. Gladstone, P.G.H.P. with P .G.H.P. as Installing Master Clarence E. Buchler.

There being no further order of business, the Grand Chapter was closed in full form ct 4:20 p .m . with the next Grand Convocation being a t Winner on October 27th, 1960.

F.W.K.

STATE OF RHODE ISLAND AND PROVIDENCE PLANTATIONS-1959

Chapte rs 15. Members 4,908. Gain 8. Special Convocation held in Woonsocket, Saturday, October 11 , 1958,

with M.E. Chaires 0. Davies, G.H.P. presiding. Grand Chapter of Rhode Island extended recognition and exchange

of Grand Representatives with Grand Chapters of Germany and Switzer­Jcmd.

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The One Hundred and Sixty-Second Annual Convocation was held in Providence, March 7, 1959, with M.E. Charles 0. Davies presiding.

Comp. T. W. Winstanley, Alberta Grand Representative absent.

Comp. Percy S. Troop presented with Distinguished Medal.

The Grand High Priest in concluding his address said:

In the travels I have made, I have observed a sign which had on it nothing but "Treasures and Trash", and it is my belief, and I think thctt you will agree, that the words simply imply a personal feeling, what 1o you is considered a "Treasure", may to some other individual be classi­fied as "Trash".

Too many people in this world, the office which I now hold would not be worth the time or effort, but as long as the good Lord allows me 1o live, I will continue to believe that an active part in this fraternity is a "Treasure", and I obligate myself at this time, to any and all of the bodies, my earnest endeavor to help, aid and assist in any possible way a member of this organization and their families.

Now I should like to extend my thanks to the Great Overseer of a ll , for allowing me to be able to serve as your representative, for the past year.

M.E. Companion Harold B. Woodard elected and installed Grand High Priest.

WEST VIRGINIA-1958

The Eighty-Eighth Annual Convocation of the Grand Chapter of Roynl Arch Masons of West Virginia was held in the Masonic Temple, W. VcL, on Monday and Tuesday, October 13th and 14th, 1958. The Gran d Chapter was opened in ample form by the M. Ex. G.H.P. Okey S. Sheets.

Alberta was represented.

The distinguished guests were introduced and received.

Most Wor. William W. Roberts, Grand Master of the Grand Lodge, in Wes Virginia, was introduced by E. Campanion Carl E. Berg, Grand Senior Warden of the Grand Lodge of West Virginia. (No doubt the G.M. was given the Grand Honours, for the report does not mention it) (the same honours, were no doubt, given the distinguished guests).

Ten P.G.H. Priests were present and received in form. They were addressed by M. Ex. Companion George V. Gorrel, who welcomed them to this Annual Convocation. M. Ex. Companion Frank G. Hickle, P.G.H.P. made a fitting response.

Report of the Grand High Priest: "In the annals of my Masonic life the sands of time have indeed run swiftly once more, I am now brought face to face with the history of this year, be it good or bad.

While the pathway of a Grand High Priest is not always smooth and easy and his burden not always light, yet it has been a wonderful ex­perience to serve in that capacity. It has been one among the greatest pleasures of my life to mingle and associate with thousands of my com­panions throughout the state and has .been a period of my life which I shall never forget, and at this time I want to express my sincere ap­preciation and gratitude for their loyalty.

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During the year I have ravelled more than 5,000 miles with Grand Master Roberts, and. attended 119 Masonic gatherings, all in West Vir­ginia. During the year I addressed the brethren in 29 different lodges on the subject of the necessity and importance of the Capitular Rite and Cryptic Degrees to the Ancient Craft Mason. I am happy to state that my labour was not in vain, and the brethren did not spend their time for naught, as out of the meetings we procured 37 petitions for the Royal Arch Masonry. (This reviewer says this was wonderful), (this G.H.P. de­serves a medal). "'Tis true, I did not accomplish all the things I set out to do. "Time and opportunity did not permit." M. Ex. Companion, you d id a good job. Space forbids further remarks from this reviewer.

The Grand Secretary in his report (a very good one), s tated in part : "Showed a membership as at June 30th, 1958, as at 10,798, a net gain of five members. There are 47 Chapters in the Grand Chapter but it was b etter than showing a loss. On the other side of the coin, the report showed the situation to be as follows: 300 and 75 were exalted, 72 ad­mitted and 27 restored, 200 and 33 passed to the Grand Chapter above d uring the year, forty-nine demitted and 182 were suspen ded. One member was expelled.

The suspensions were excessive. It appears that some of the Chapters cleared their books of some dead wood.

One Chapter suspended sixty-five members. (Whow) (some d e a d wood there).

It se ems to this review er that there is a different system of collecting d ues in West Virginia than is to be found in most Grand Bodies. Some Chapters collect in January, some in June a nd some in July. He suggests that it be made a rule to collect as irom January. It will be interesting to know if any action will be taken on this suggestion, which is a good one. Altogether, this report of the Grand Secretary is a splendid one .

At the election of officers M. Ex. Companion C. Lee, Hammersla, was e lected Grand High Pries t for 1959 and was duly installed. M. Ex. Com­p :mion George V. Gorrell, P.G.H.P., in an impressive manner.

M. Ex. Companion Okey S. Sheets was presented with a Past High Priests Apron, also with a watch as a token of appreciation for his fine administration during his term of office.

This concluded the Grand Chapter Convocation which was closed in ample form after a prayer by the Grand Chaplin at 3:15 p .m.

Next Grand Convocation to be held in the City of Wheeling, V. Va. , on October 12th, 1959.

F.W.K.

WYOMING-1958

Chapters 21. Members 3,179. Gain 46.

Fiftieth Annual Convocation a t Wheatfield, September 8, 1958, M.E. Carl M. Morck, Jr., presiding.

Companion Walter B. Saunders, Alberta representative present.

Wyoming Grand Chapter is celebrating their half century of Capitu­lar Masonry in Wyoming.

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The celebration Committee prepared a brochure consisting of a pic­ture of the old stage coach, as well as the style of dress of the ladies of yesteryear. Inside were pictures of M.E. Grand High Priest, Carl M. Morck, Jr. , M. H. Bundy, D.G.H.P. and Adrian J. Parshall, first M.E.G.H .P. of the Grand Chapter of Wyoming. It aiso contained an interesting short story.

Excerpts from report: "From a handful of twenty odd Masons who held the first known meeting of Masons atop Independnce Rock on July 4th, 1862 (less than a century ago), Masonry has grown steadily and in keeping with our expanding State. The history of Royal Arch Masonry is equally impressive and it is the golden anniversary of the first annual convocation of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons that we ere celebrating this year. This meeing was held Cheyenne, July 9, 1909.

From the seven hundred and fifty members fifty years ago the twenty-one Chapters now have upwards of three thousar.d active mem­bers.

With an outstanding record to look back upon, we confidently expect the next fifty years to be ever better. May we all work diligently a'"ld they will be.

Companion Carl S. G ilbert stated only three Chapters were repre­sented at the first Annual Communication-which was a legal numl:er at that time.

The G.H .P. welcomed 36 Grand Representatives, presented each w , th a brochure also a souvenir key chain. Requested that they write the Grand Representative of Wyoming near other Grand Chapters reporti:'lg on 50th Anniversary Celebration in addition to sending each a souvenir key chain and brochure.

The Grand High Priest issued two waivers of Jurisdiction because of distance of travel involved by joining the nearest Chapter. Approved amendment of Gillette Chapter By-laws raising annual dues from $300 to $4.00.

C.W.L.

VERMONT - 1958

The One Hundred and Forty-First (14lst) Convocation of the Gra:'ld Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of the State of Vermont v;as held in the City of Burlington on Tuesday, June 10th, 1958, M.E. Companion M. Lionel Burdick, presiding. There were nineteen Grand Officers present, also fourteen P.G.H. Priests, and they were -also favoured by the pres­ence of Most Wor. Bro. Alton G. Wheeler, Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Vermont, F. & A.M., together with eleven Grand Distinguished Guests from other Grand Jurisdictions, including M.E. Comp-anion Howord Moffat, Past Grand First Princip-al "Z" from the Province of Quebec.

The Convocation opened in prayer by the Gra:nd Chaplain. M.E. Comp. Burdick gave an excellent Report and had had an active term, in addition to the usual visitations to Chapters, he attended the General Grand Chapter Triennial at Sun Valley, Idaho, he also attended the lOOth Anniv'ersary of the Grand Chapter of Canada in Ontario, held at Toronto and also the Grand Chapters of Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Quebec, Canada, at Montreal, New Hampshire and New Jersey. In his recommendations he requests that all names in the roster in the Annual Proceedings be eliminated. However, this was not p-assed. He also made a recommendation that a blanket Lia]:)ility Insurance Policy be made in the name of this Gr.and Chapter, to cover not only the Grand

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Chapter proper, but all its subordinate Chapters. This would be an annual assessment of .12c on each of its members. This matter was later referred to a Committee.

The General Grand Chapter's Distinguished Service Award went to Ex. Companion Parker B. Blake of Abenagui Chapter No. 79 at Bellows Falls for his faithful and outstand~ng loyalty to the Royal Arch Craft. Our congratulations to Companion Blake.

Membership of this Grand Chapter at April 30th, 1958 stood at 4.437, a loss of 23 during the year, with 27 Chartered Chapte rs.

Total ,assets were $19,391.34. Alberta was represented by Comp. Reginald A. Barnard. No Reviews

were printed. M.E. Companion Arthur E. Dietrich elected Grand High Priest. M.E. Companion Aaron H. Grout elected Grand Secre tary. Next Annual Convocation will be held in the C ity of Burlington,

Vermont, the 2nd Tuesday in June, 1959. Was also pleased to record that following the closing of this Grand

Chapter, that a Convention of the Order of High Priests was convened, at which petitions were received from 15 Ex. Companions. These were du ly elected, and being i;n waiting, were introduced, Anointed and Set Apart to the Holy Order of High Priesthood.

F. M.

OREGON - 1958

The Ninety-Seventh (97th) Annual Convocation o f the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Oregon as held in the Masonic Temple, Port­land, Oregon, April 16th and 17th, 1958, Companion Aro.nah St. Mac­Donnell, presiding.

The Convocation opened in prayer by the Grand Chaplain, followed by the re-dedication of the National Colors.

There were fourteen Grand Officers present a:nd elev'en P.G.H. Priests, aim thirty-four Gmnd Representativ·es and Delegates from forty-two Chapters, together with fourteen Distinguished Guests, including M.E. Comp. Charles E. Renecker, P.G.Z., of the Grand Chapter of British Col­umbia, representing M.E. Comp. Arthur Hamilton, Grand First Principal. M.E. Comp. McDonnell gave a wonderful address and covered consider­able ground in his message to Grand Chapter. He had made many visitations not only to his own Chapters, but to many others outside his own Jurisdiction. I note he attended the Grand Chapter of British Col­umbia, held at Duncan, B.C., on Ju;ne 19th, 1958. He also attended the General Grand Chapter's Session at Sun Valley, Idaho and gave a very full and fine report covering all the activities of same. I was plnased to note tin his appointments of Grand Representatives, he named R.E. Comp. Walter Hill of Capital City Chapter No. 13 as their Grand Represe;ntative. Walter js a very special Companion to us all here, and will be a splendid representativ'e to Oregon.

M.E. Comp. MacDonnell regretted a loss in membership during his term, and although not too large, referred this to the incoming Oflicer,s to ex-amine the records and try in every way to reverse this downward trend.

M.E. Companion Wallace J. Cameron, Grand Orator, gave a splendid address, his message being - "Faith, Our Life a:nd Masonry," and it covered and conveyed the whole concept of Masonry most clearly and forcefully. Thank you Comp. Cameron. I only wish it were possible to print your wonderful talk in full.

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Most Worshipful Bro. Clarence A. Kopp, Worshipful Gra.nd Master of the Grand Lodge of Oregon spoke to the· Convocation and mentionnd an oft asked question as to whether Masonry in Oregon was being taken over by the Episcopalians (Anglicans in Canada) as both the Grand Master and the Gmnd High Priest were Episcopal Ministers. He stated that the public school program adopted by the Grand Lodge was progressing, and also calted attention to our duties as Masons.

M.E. Comp. Charles E. Renecker, P.G.Z. of the Grand Chapter of British Columbia spoke to the gathering breifly, thanked them for their ma:ny kindnesses and courtesies and invited them to the Grand Chapter of B.C., to be held at Vancouver, B.C. in June and presented the Grand Chapter with a Canadian Centennial "Silver Dollar."

The General Grand Chapter's Meritorious Award was awarded to Comp. Harry S. Anderson of Sunnyside Chapter No. 42. Our congmtu­lations Comp. Anderson.

Membership at the end of the Masonic year being 8,611, a loss of 76 from the previous year.

Finances are in good shape, total assets being $70,055.88. Alberta was represented by Comp. Harry J. Young. Rev'iews are

written up generally by the Gmnd Reviewer in his report for the yecrr, a few Grand Chapters are mentioned, but not Alberta speci!ica!J.y.

Most Excellent Companion D. Lynn Woodson elected G.H. Priest. Right Excellent Companion Richard G. Tusant elected Grand Secre­

tary. The next Annual Grand Convocation of the Grand Chapter of Oregon

to be held in the City of Roseburg, Oregon, on April 16th and 16th, 19!i9. I was pleased to note that after this Grand Chapter closed a Council

of the Order of High Priesthood was convened and twenty-nine Ex. Companions were elected, and being in waiting were introduced, Anoint­ed and Set Apart to the Holy Order of High Priesthood.

F. M.

NEW MEXICO - 1958

The Sixty-First (6lst) Annual Convocation of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of New Mexico was held at Gallup, N.M., on April 21st, 1958, with M.E. Comp. Herbert C . Denny, presiding.

There were twelve Grand Chapter Officers present and eight P.G.H. Priests, also nine Distinguished Visitors and also Most Wor .Bro. Russell C. Bird, Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of New Mexico, who is a lso a P.G.H.P., together with Most Ill. Grand Master Julius J. Richter of the Grand Council of R. & S. Masters of New Mexico. The Convocation opened in prayer by Ex. Comp. George A. Stracke.

M.E. Comp. Denny presented a thoughtful address. He had made many visitations. He gave a fine report on the actilvities of the Gen. Gra.nd Chapter, at which he attended at Su,n Valley, Idaho. He noted in his report re Sun Valley that the three Canadian Grand Chaple.rs affiliated with G.G.C., ie. Alberta, Manitoba and Saskatchewan had made .a net average gain of 7"/0 during the past six years.

He recommended that the salary of the Grand Secretary of his Grand Chapter be increased. This was later concurred in. I was pleased to note a Religious Affirmation Day was called for, for one Sunday in October, 1957 and from re.ports received this was carried out by most Chapters in the Jurisdiction.

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No contentious matters were brought up and harmony prevailed at this Convocation.

The Grand Secretary's Report shows 14 Chapters with a total mem­bership of 3,243 - a gain of 122 from the previous year. Finances were in a healthy condition with total assets of $44,304.93.

The Merifious Service Medal for Distinguished Service was awarded to Comp. Mel Tharp a:nd at the presentation his impressive service to the Royal Craft wets stressed and it would seem that he had justly deserved same. Our congratulations Comp. Tharp.

May add their Proceedings covers the Grand Council of Royal a:nd Select Masters of N.M. and also the Grand Commandery, Knights Templar of N.M.

No reviews are given. Our Gra:nd Representative was not present at the Convocation, so we were not represented.

M.E. Comp. Alvis F. Denison elected Grand High Priest.

R.E. Comp. Elmer H. Riewen elected Grand Secretary.

Next Annual Convocation to be held at Albuquerque, New Mexico, May 18th, 1959.

F. M.

MISSISSLPPI - 1958

The One Hundred and Tenth (110th) Annual Convocation of the Gr:md Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Mississippi, was held at Jack­son, Mississippi, on May 14th and 15th, 1958, Most Ex. Comp. Horace R. Villee, presiding.

There were thirteen Grand Oflicers present, and thirteen P.G.H. Priests and two Honorary P.G.H. Priests, together with seventeen Dis­tinguished Guests covering many States and also four Distinguished Gu ests from other branches of the Masonic Vineyard, all present at the Convocation in this, the Bayou State, one of the Gulf States bl.essed with rich soil and mild and equable climate. Cotton is one of the chief crops, but practically every other type of grain, fruits a:nd vegetables can be raised in its deep rich .soil.

M.E. Comp. Villee was very active during his term of office and made many visitations and not only made a careful check on each v'isit, but put into practice the true Masonic teachings and was a tower of strength where ever he went. He also had a beautiful gavel made of walnut, suitably engraved and presented it to the Mississippi Grand Royal Arch Chapter. He also had the J. L. Power Signet Ring, which had been worn by each G.H. Pniest during his term of office and which had been presented by Companion Power, Grand Secretary on April 2nd, 1898, and which had over sixty years of service became worn and its engraving and symbolism nearly obliterated from its age. This is a gold ring and had to be sent to a firm of goldsmiths in Philadelphia, Pa., at con&iderable expense to be restored to its original beauty, and he must have felt an inner glow of :Satisfaction in passing this beautiful symbol of the Royal Craft to his successor. Also during his term of office a gain was made in membership of 123 new Companions, the 24th consecutive year to :Show an increase in membership. Our con­gmtulations M. Ex. Sir for a wonderful year, a year in which all your Companions should be proud of.

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The Grand Lecturer, T. 0. Gore, Jnr., P.G.H.P. gave a very special Report of interest to all Masons. I liked his reference to the Fiftieth Psalm, the fifteenth v'erse. "Call on me in the day of trouble, I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify me." It is very beautiful and I wish it were only possible to print your report in full.

Comp. T. Everett Eastburn of Columbus R.A. Chapter No. 4, Colum­bus, Mississippi was selected as the most valuable R.A. Mason in the domain of Mississippi for the year. Our congratulations Companion Eastburn.

Membership at the end of 1957 being 10,579, an increase of 123 over the previous year, with 57 Chartered Chapters and one more unde r dispensation.

Finances are in excellent condition, total assets showing $105,269.3().

Reviews were short, but Alberta was mentioned and we were rep­resented by Companion John B. Wheelis.

M.E. Companion D. Dorsey Hill elected Grand High Priest. M.E. Compa:nion S id F. Curlis elected Grand Secretary.

Next Annual Convocation will be held in the City of Jackson, Miss., on May 13th and 14th, 1'959. Was also pleased to note that after Gmnd Chapter closed, a Convention of Anointed High Priests of Mississippi was convened, at which 30 Ex. Comps. were elected and being in w.ait­ing, were introduced, Anointed and Set Apart to the Holy Order of High Priesthood.

F. M.

INDIANA - 1958

The One Hundred and Thirteenth (!13th) Annual Conv.ooation of the M.E. Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of the State of lndiana w as held in the City of Ev'ansville on October 31st and November 1st, 1958. M.E. Companion Roger K. Becker presiding, at which eleven Grand Of­ficers were present, also twenty-two P.G.H. Priests and thirty-seven Distinguished Guests from other Grand Jurisdictions, together with thirty­two other Distinguished Guests from other bmnches of the Masonic orde r. The Grand High Pries t gave an ·excellent address, he having made many visitations, not only in his own Jurisdiction, but to others outside his own State. He attended the Grand Chapter of Canada in Ontario .at the ir IOOth Anniversary, and as he states was deeply impressed by the dignity with which all affairs of this wonderful gathering were conducted. He personally reviewed all the inspection reports submitted covering the 108 Chartered Chapters in h is own Jurisdiction and h e certainly has a thorough grasp on their activities and understands their good points and s uccesses, also their failings. He has done an excellent job for l.ndiancr.

The Grand Lecturer Lloyd W. Young, P.G.H.P., also gcive an excellent Report and regretted a loss in membership for tHis Grand Chapter and s teps are being d evised to correct this condition.

The General Grand Chapters Distinguished Service Medal for 1957-1958 was awarded to Comp. Merrill Harold Dunham of Terre Haute for 1957 and to Comp. Kenneth Poe of Lafayette area for 1958. Our con­gratulations to these Companions for their Distinguished Servlices.

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I was pleased to note that this Grand Body had written all their Chapters to set aside one Sunday to observe a religious Affirmation Day and many Chapters responded.

There were some 400 members present at the Annual Grand Chapter D[nner, held at the end of the first day, and was pleased to note our old friend E. Comp. Roscoe Walcott, General Grand Chapter Secretary was the guest speaker and gave one of his very fine speeches, also at this time a fine talk was also given by Rev. Ruben J. Bierbaun, Grand Chaplin of the Grand Chapter of Indiana.

During the past year thirty-two Companions had completed fifty years of Royal Arch Membership and were duly presented with their awards. Our congratulat~ons to these worthy Companions.

Membership at the end of the Masonic year was 27,584, being a loss of 149 from the previous year. Chartered Chapters were 108.

Total assets were $42,256.78.

Alberta was represented by Comp. Bert 0. Pruitt. No reviews were shown.

M.E. Companion Kenton J. Garrison elected Grand Eigh Priest.

R.E. Companion Earl B. Farney elected Grand Secretary.

The next Grand Convocation o f this Grand Chapter will be held in the City of Indianapolis, October, 1959. Was also pleased to note that follow:ing the closing of this Gmnd Chapter a Convocation of High Priesthood was convened at which 74 Excellent Companions were elected and being in waiting were introduced, Anointed and Set Apart to the Holy Order of High Priesthood.

F. M.