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THE WISCONSINMasonic Journal JUNE 2016
Hancock Lodge Brothers visit Bro. Richard Raz-Bo Bennett.
See page 9.
Wisconsin Masonic CalendarJUNE 20163-4 172nd Annual Communication in Madison.
7 Queen of Sheba Chapter, OES, closed Installation, 7 p.m.
7 Trillium Chapter, OES, closed Installation, 7 p.m.
11 Sheboygan Lodge No. 11, Brother’s Breakfast, 9 a.m. $5 adults, chil-dren free. Friends and family are welcome. Menu changes monthly.RSVP's requested to Bro. John Gosse at [email protected].
11 Union Grove Lodge No. 288, Friends Breakfast, invite someone youthink would make a good Mason. 8 a.m. Eggs, sausage, pancakes, sweetrolls, fruit, orange juice, milk and coffee. Union Grove Masonic Center,1021-11th Ave. Union Grove.
11 Vega Chapter, OES, open Installation, 1 p.m.
12 Kenosha Chapter, OES, open Installation, 2 p.m.
13 Warren Lodge No. 4, Potosi will confer a MM Degree at the DubuqueMasonic Temple in Dubuque, Iowa. See page 13.
14 Ozaukee Chapter, OES, open Installation, 7:30 p.m.
14 Lecture Series Barneveld No. 319 "Medical Genomics" Find outwhat your genes really do. Lecture follows 7:30 p.m. stated communica-tion. Barneveld Masonic Center, 108 S. Jones St., Barneveld.
15 Bristol Chapter, OES, open Installation, 7 p.m.
17 Olive Branch Lodge No. 6, 14th Annual Catfish Fry, New Dig-gings.
17 St. Croix Valley Shrine Club, Challenge Steak Fry, 6 p.m., $10.Nobles are challenged to bring in new members during the ChallengeSteak Fry at the Baldwin American Legion. Call Jerry Hauschildt forreservations at 715-684-2711 by June 6. See page 8.
18 Washburn Lodge No. 145, 3rd Annual Rib Fest, 1 to 5 p.m.,Hansen Park in Bristol. See page 6.
19 Wautoma Masonic Union 14th Annual Father's Day Antique &Classic Car Show at Bird Creek Park, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m, Hwy. 21 next toWautoma High School. Free admission & parking to spectators, foodbeverages, music all day, raffles. For more information call 920-765-2495.
20 Wautoma Chapter, OES, closed, 7 p.m.
22 Prairie du Chien Lodge No. 8, Family Picnic, 6:30 p.m., LawlerPark on St. Feriole Island Park.
22 Wauwatosa Chapter, OES, open Installation, 7 p.m.
23 Lila B. Grasser Chapter, OES, open Installation, 7:30 p.m.
23 Frontier-Badger No. 45, Millennials presentation by Junior GrandWarden Scott E. Pedley, 7 p.m. Master Jerry Larsen invites all the Dis-trict 5 lodges to attend this presentation about our next generation ofmen. La Crosse Masonic Center, 118 S. 8th St., La Crosse. PleaseRSVP to [email protected] or 608-788-7139.
24 McKinley Lodge No. 307, Annual Table Lodge, 6 p.m.. Open toall men of lawful age, Masons and non-Masons alike. Contact Bro.Dan Richardson at 414-699-5469 or email [email protected] reserve your tickets. McKinley Masonic Center, 4550 N. PilgrimRoad, Brookfield.
26 Kenosha Lodge No. 47, Kingfish Tailgate Party, Noon, 7817Sheridan Rd., Kenosha. All Masons, OES members, DeMolays, Jo-bies, families and friends are welcome to attend. All you can eat hot-
dogs, hamburgers and brats, $18. Advance payment is required, sendto Bro. Wayne Budwick, ℅ Kenosha Lodge No. 47, 115-56th St.,Kenosha, WI 53143.
26 Oconomowoc-Hartland-Dousman Chapter, OES, open Installa-tion, 2 p.m.
27 Martha Chapter, OES, open Installation, 7 p.m.
28 West Allis Chapter, OES, open Installation, 7 p.m.
30 Lake Lodge No. 189 will be hosting an Active Shooter Class atthe Lake Masonic Center, 1235 E. Howard Ave., on Thursday, June 30,2016, beginning at 7 p.m. Bro. Jeff Thiele, Master [email protected]. See story on page 12.
JULY 20166 Northstar Lodge No. 187, Star Prairie, Smelt Fry, 4 p.m.
9 “Walk the Carpet” Reception honoring Worthy Grand MatronDoris Schultz and Worthy Grand Patron Marv Engelke, Crown PlazaHotel, Madison. $30.00 per person. Send reservations to Ruth Duenk,2049G Pineridge Court, Grafton, WI 53024. Call 262-376-4179 formore details.
9 Sheboygan Lodge No. 11, Brother’s Breakfast, 9 a.m. $5 adults,children free. Friends and family are welcome. Menu changes monthly.RSVP's requested to Bro. John Gosse at [email protected].
9 Waukesha Lodge #37, 4th annual Festival of Meat Table Lodge.Beef, Pork, Turkey, Lamb, Venison, Bear, and Antelope. Price: [email protected]
9 Hiram Lodge No. 50, Valley of Madison Scottish Rite, MadisonMallards game night. Duck Pond Sherman Ave. and Northport Dr.,Madison. 6:35 p.m. start. See info on page 11.
12 Lecture Series Barneveld No. 319 " A Scope, A Funnel & TheMilky Way or A Mathematical Inference of the Need For Freemasonry.”Lecture follows 7:30 p.m. stated communication. Barneveld MasonicCenter, 108 S. Jones St., Barneveld.
13-17 Lafayette County Lodges’ food stand, Lafayette County Fair.
16 Broken Column Outdoor Master Mason Degrees, coffee andcarbs at 8:30 a.m. lodge opens at 9:00 p.m. Three Pillar’s Campus,Dousman. Contact Junior Grand Steward Paul. T. Tourville [email protected] or 414-659-5205.
18 14th Annual Lake Country Masonic Golf Outing to benefit the“Pay it Forward” campaign of Oconomowoc-Hartland Lodge No. 42.Registration opens at 10 a.m. Tee time for the shotgun start is noon.Contacts are: Bruce Boland, 262-356-4394; Tim Zellner, 414-588-5169; and Frank McKenna, 262-893-1106. For more information and toregister visit lcmgo.com. See story on page 3.
19 Beja Shrine, 14th Annual John Ottum Memorial Golf Outing.Royal St. Patrick’s Golf Links, 201 Royal St. Pat’s Dr., Wrightstown.Four man scramble $100 each which includes golf cart, lunch, drink
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VOLUME XLIX, NUMBER 6 The Official Publication of the Grand Lodge, Free and Accepted Masons of Wisconsin JUNE 2016
The Grand Master’s Message:By Most Worshipful Grand Master of Masons in Wisconsin
Brother Franklin J. Struble
On Our CoverBro. Don Iliff presents the apron address to Bro. Nathan Randallat the District 5 annual Armed Forces Day Outdoor Master MasonDegree on May 21 in Wilton.
Photo by Rich Rygh
THE WISCONSINMasonic Journal
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Brotherhood!
Wisconsin Masonry, Outlook for Our Future
I write this article with a sense of real optimism. PGM Jack Allordhas an article in this issue speaking to the fact that there are differentleadership styles. Some are effective, some are efficient, and mostwork if applied consistently. The one excep-tion is the leader who attempts to micro-man-age a large organization. Fortunately, I do notsee any of those in our upcoming leadership.So I am optimistic about the future course ofour wonderful brotherhood. I am also encouraged because I have seen
the process of strategic planning grow, ma-ture, and take on a life of its own. Today, untilsomething works its way into that plan, it doesnot get resourced. That is more significantthan you may realize. It keeps us from becom-ing an organization that reacts and allows usto be proactive. This way the one-and-doneprograms that have plagued us in the past arejust that, in the past. Another significant factor is the way your Grand Lodge Officers
have been willing to stand up and take ownership of important ac-tivities and be responsible for their development. Last year we rec-ognized that our accountability for spending had insufficient controls.We came to you planning for a reduced budget and spending cuts.You elected Brothers Jeff Bryden as Grand Treasurer and Mike De-Wolf as your Grand Secretary. Between these two dedicated Broth-ers and RW Bro. Don Hensiak heading up the ExpendituresCommittee we have now implemented the accounting system thatwas purchased by then Grand Master Dan Slavik. We are moving away from spending our dead Brothers’ money
with an eye to continuing our quest to start to operate as a self-sus-taining fraternity. As we gain momentum in this area, our controlsstretch into others. For instance, we have cut virtually all committeecosts largely by leveraging technology and having numerous web-based meetings with no travel costs or time wasted. These all repre-sent strong currents bringing us into today’s world. My unbridled optimism for our gentle craft is, however, is also jus-
tified by the long awaited reemergence of a single Unified MasonicFamily. I believe we finally have crossed the line, understanding thatall Masonic bodies are first, part of Masonry. There is no place wecan all go if we don’t fill our Blue Lodges back up. We all must findour roots and together support each other and move the needle. Weare not in competition with each other. Our charities, projects, andinitiatives all thrive where great Masonry is practiced.
I want to especially say thank you:• To those Brothers and their families that have filled my head
with new thoughts and considerations and my heart with your sup-port and advice and my soul with your prayers, thank you. • To the courageous young wife of a new Master Mason in Wis-
consin Rapids that spoke up and reminded her husband that heshouldn’t be giving up important family time for every organizationthat wants his time. She took us all to school about how healthy Ma-sonry requires balance in the total family life of every Mason. Thanks.• To the warden of a Milwaukee Lodge that opened my eyes to
the vital and little understood mission every big population Lodgemust accomplish to build a feeling of community within the Lodge. • Brother Bob Ott, who when I told him about Bob Pickett want-
ing to come back to the Craft, immediately jumped up and broughtBob to a Lodge Picnic. Bob is now in Reedsburg Lodge so are his2 previously NPD Brothers. Bro. Pickett’s son is petitioning thelodge, and he is petitioning the Shrine. • Bro. Rich Rygh and your WMJ Board who work tirelessly to
help tell our stories.• To all of the Brothers who took on additional responsibilities
this year to serve your Grand Lodge.• To the Brothers and families of the three Lodges where I am
proud to hold perpetual memberships . . . Valley 60, Chetek 277,and Barnes 365.• To my bride Wendy and my family who have enabled me to do
this job.• Finally, thank you . . . the eleven thousand or so Brothers who
make up Wisconsin Masonry. Keep on keeping on! Help your wid-ows and practice that Brotherhood that makes us strong.
It is no wonder that I am so optimistic about our future.
Frank Struble
Grand MasterFranklin J. Struble
Three Pillars Campus IntroducesNew Pave the Way Campaign
By Jane OlisarChief Development Officer
Three Pillars Senior Living CommunitiesThree Pillars Senior Living
Communities is excited to an-nounce a new addition to its cam-pus. We are “paving the way” forour residents with the implemen-tation of a Tribute Path. Located outside the front entry
of Compass Point and leadingdown to the beautiful memorialgarden, this path will serve as aplace of reflection. Engravedbricks can be purchased either “inmemory” or “in honor” of some-one special. The bricks will be afocal point off the main path ofthis special landscaped area. Funds raised from the Pave the
Way campaign will be go towardthe Resident Support Fund. Thepurpose of this fund is to assistwith the support of a time-hon-ored tradition which is to providecare for residents who have out-lived their financial resources. With special permission from
both the Grand Master and GrandMatron, we will also offer the Ma-sonic Square and Compasses andOES emblem as a part of the en-graving options for a tribute brick.This can serve as a wonderful wayto honor or memorialize a fellowBrother or Sister. The Tribute Path is targeted for
completion by late July. A special
dedication ceremony will takeplace on Sunday, August 7, priorto the Friends and Family event.To order a brick for this year’s
dedication ceremony you must doso by Friday, June 10, 2016.Bricks purchased after that date
will be dedicated in 2017. For more details on purchasing
bricks please contact Jane Olisar,Chief Development Officer, ThreePillars Senior Living Communi-ties, at 262.965.7294 [email protected].
Three Pillars Tribute Path
Huber Brothers Made HonoraryPast Masters at Milton Lodge
Brothers (from left) Duane, LeRoy and Al Huber close MiltonLodge together on May 24. The Brothers represent 147 yearsof service to Freemasonry.
By Rich RyghBro. LeRoy Huber, Master of
Milton Lodge No. 161, honoredhis brothers Al Huber and DuaneHuber by making them HonoraryPast Masters at their regular com-munication on May 24. Junior Grand Steward Paul T.
Tourville made the presentations.He commented on how MiltonLodge is an example of “FamilyFriendly Masonry”. They have ameal before lodge with their fam-ilies, He said he had a chance tovisit with Bro. Al’s grandsonZachary during the meal thatevening.Bro. Tourville said we bridge
generations. Bro. Al has threesons, all Masons, his son Brianwas there for the presentationalong with his grandson Zachary,age 12, who said he will be turn-
ing in his petition in another sixyears. Bro. Duane has one sonand he is a Mason.
Brothers Al and Duane are longtime members of the lodge andhave served in many capacities.They are always there when thereis work to be done. Bro. Al, whomade the chicken soup for thedinner that evening, is currentlythe Lodge Counselor and Bro.Duane serves as Senior Deacon.They both also serve as officers inother lodges as well. Junior Grand Steward Tourville
said these two Brothers are trueexample of a Mason’s Mason.District Lecturer Brian Duoss,
Bro. Al Huber’s son-in-lawopened the Lodge. The threebrothers: LeRoy, Al and Duaneassumed the East and closed thelodge together in due form. Thebrothers represent 147 year ofservice to Freemasonry and havefour brothers who are also Ma-sons. Bro. Al said he was raisedon his mother’s birthday andtoday, which would have beentheir father’s birthday, they weremade Honorary Past Masters.
Junior Grand Steward Paul T. Tourville (second from left) pres-ents the Honorary Past Master’s Certificates to BrothersDuane Huber and Al Huber at right. District 9 Deputy GrandMaster James R. Gajdosik (left) and Master LeRoy Huber (cen-ter) look on.
Photos by Rich Rygh
Masonic Book ReviewBook Title: The Hooked X Author: Scott E Wolter
By Bro. Kurt SwendsonSt. Croix Lodge No. 56
Olof Ohman, a Swedish farmer,removed a stump from his field incentral Minnesota in 1898. Itsroots had grown around a 200pound stone covered with runes,known today as the KensingtonRune Stone: a land claim made in1362 by a Cistercian monk in aViking party. Ohman’s decisionto get the runes translated led toquite a controversy, including ac-cusations that Ohman forged therunes. This controversy still livesto this day, 118 years later.
Author Scott Wolter is a licensedgeologist at a St Paul, Minn. com-pany doing forensic analysis ofanything made of stone. TheKensington museum hired him toprove the stone’s authenticity. Heclaimed to neither know nor careabout the stone when he took thejob. The negative backlash he gotfrom declaring the stone authen-tic, from a purely scientific stand-point, spurred him to 9 years ofimpassioned research on thestone’s origin, spanning conti-nents, back to connections be-tween Cistercians, Knights
Templar, and Prince Henry Sin-clair. Crossing paths with manyMasons on his journey, he wastempted to join our fraternity, butdeclined in order to keep his re-search unbiased and objective.Wolter’s impartial scientific de-meanor and tenacious work to un-cover all he can only increases myfascination with this book.I’m certain almost all readers of
this review, being Masons, willagree with the findings in thisbook. Wolter does a methodical,well researched job like a true sci-entist, but the book reads like a de-tective novel – a real page turner.I gladly reread this book often tofully assimilate its myriad facts andfindings. I encourage all to keepthis as a reference in your Masoniclibrary.
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Franklin J. Struble (60)Res. 715-924-2142Cell 608-633-0154
Deputy Grand MasterDonald W. Hensiak (189)Res. 262-682-4390Cell 414-333-0060
Senior Grand WardenL. Arby Humphrey (329)Res. 715-364-2492Cell 715-815-1032
Junior Grand WardenScott E. Pedley (25)Res. 608-759-2081Cell 608-482-0424
Grand TreasurerJeffrey L. Bryden (95)262-785-0756
Grand SecretaryMichael A. DeWolf, PGM (267)
Res. 715-574-3151Bus. 262-965-2200 Ext. 807Cell 715-574-3151
Grand ChaplainCurt A. Campagna (290)
Grand LecturerJerry A. Reick (363)Cell 414-335-2558
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James R. Gajdosik Jr. (161)Cell 608-289-0989
Kyle A. Grahn (38)Res. 920-369-6263
Michael A. Gorgen (307)Cell 262-820-0812
Jan F. Talaga (363)Cell 414-852-6292
Senior Grand DeaconRobert C. Strader (363)Res. 262-827-1606Cell 414-678-8785
Junior Grand DeaconKenneth C. Gorgen (307)Res. 262-691-0859Cell (262) 501-1879
Senior Grand StewardGary L. Stang (351)Res. 715-835-7153Cell 715-864-6813
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Wilmot Bro. Joe Garbacky Receives Ritualist MedallionThe members of Wilmot Lodge
No. 241 congratulate Bro. JoeGarbacky, a 44 year member,who received his Ritualist medal-lion on May 10.Bro. Garbacky is a Past Master
of the Lodge, has served severalyears as Secretary and has beenreciting ritual for many years. Heoften has helped neighboringLodges with their work as well.Bro. Joe has never been one
for personal accolades, yet told hisBrothers that this medallion was"really nice”!
Submitted by District Lecturer Bill Hahnfeldt
Bro.Joe Garbacky
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[email protected]. In 1916, President WoodrowWilson established June 14 asFlag Day to commemorate theadoption of “the stars and stripes”by the Continental Congress at In-dependence Hall in 1777. Presi-dent Wilson developed aproclamation of rhetoric that con-veys the meaning, observanceand remembrance emblematic ofrenewal of great governance.Proclamation No. 1335 clearlyreaffirms the understanding ofguidance to our “new constella-tion” and perpetual union ofUnited States.Bro. Thomas M. Saharsky, of
The JourneyWherever you may chance to be,Wherever you may roam,Far away in foreign lands;Or just at Home Sweet Home;It always gives you pleasure,It makes your heart strings hum,Just to hear the words of cheer,"I see you've traveled some."
A segment from the poem “I See You’ve Traveled Some”
Life’s journey is always testing, and can bevery gratifying. There is love and loss, stressesand tranquility, success and failure. I see thesejourneys as adventures in life. God sets forth aunique path for each of us to follow. Sometimes these adventuresinvolve sharing a path with others, and sometimes it involves walkingalone. The amazing thing about this Fraternity is that the bond ofBrotherhood combined with the fact of being faith based men cre-ates a sense of family. Even though it might seem like we walk alone,this Fraternity brings us together to offer companionship. This will be my last article as Grand Chaplin of this amazing Fra-
ternity, for the year is at an end. I cannot tell you how much I amblessed to have had this opportunity to serve all of you this year. Iam humbled by the friendship developed, and the long spiritual talksI have enjoyed. I have spoken to Brothers from every corner of thisstate with concerns or looking for advice. I have had the honor ofperforming or participating in numerous ceremonies including manyMasonic Funerals. This has not been just my journey this year butalso that of my loving wife of twenty-five years Diana and my daugh-ters Samantha and Miranda. It has been a fantastic journey, and Ithank our Most Worshipful Grand Master of Masons in WisconsinBrother Franklin J. Struble for the faith you have had in me, andthe support of Damascus Lodge No. 290 and all who have guidedme during this year. Most of all I would like to thank our SupremeArchitect in the Universe for giving us direction on our journey andshowing us the wonderful gift of love.
God Bless each and every one of you on your journey.
"I see you've traveled some."
Grand ChaplainCurt A. Campagna
Flag Day Celebration at Neville Public Museum in Green Bay
Des Peres Lodge No. 85 will bereading this proclamation and pre-senting a flag from Woodrow Wil-son’s Presidential Library at theNeville Public Museum in GreenBay on June 14 at 5:45 p.m. Heinvites all Brothers, their familiesand friends to join in the celebra-tion.Also remember to pause for a
moment of silence to honor FlagDay as it is a significant historicalevent attributed to Wisconsin’sState History.
Support our Youth Groups
Warren Lodge No. 4 will hosttheir Third Annual Car Show atthe Holiday Gardens in Potosi onAug. 2.
Warren Lodge AnnualCar Show August 2
Gates will open at 8 a.m. withjudging taking place at noon.Food and beverages will be avail-able on the grounds.
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EXPANDING OUR MASONIC KNOWLEDGEBy Grand Orator Patrick D. Cholka
Feedback and questions are always welcome. Contact Grand Orator Patrick D. Cholka at
The Masonic Study SeriesJune Masonic Study SeriesThe tenth edition of the Masonic Study Series isnow available on the Grand Lodge website. Thisedition, the last of the first volume, focuses onthe speculative use of a working tool of an En-tered Apprentice that was found in Lodges inEngland and Canada, “The Chisel”. The chiselis an interesting tool and I am sure you will findthis edition useful.
Do not forget to get caught up on the previousissues also available on the website:• September 2015: “The Three PrincipalRounds”
• October 2015: “The Jewels of a Fellow-craft”
• November 2015: “The Book of Constitu-tions”
• December 2015: “The Holy Saints John”• January 2016: “The Letter G”• February 2016: “The Symbolism of the Ruffians”
• March 2016: “The Lodge”• April 2016: “The Brazen Pillars”• May 2016: “The Seafaring Man”
Take some time to explore the series and discussit with the members of your Lodges. I think youand your Brothers will find that exploring thesetopics and engaging in the discussions will notonly help you increase your knowledge but willbring you closer together.
If you have any comments on this or previousinstallments, or suggestions for future issues orhow to improve the program overall, please sendthem to me at [email protected].
My Brothers,
Masonic education is a broad category with many aspects. Whilethe importance of Masonic education to the Lodge and each indi-vidual Mason cannot be underestimated, it is not the only type ofeducation Masons want to be provided in theirLodge. However, Masonic education is itselfa category of a larger topic, Lodge education.There is a difference between a Lodge edu-
cation and Masonic education. Masonic edu-cation is a part of Lodge education but aneffective Lodge education program does notsolely consist of Masonic education. Let me tryagain. An effective Lodge education programshould consist of several elements or categoriesand Masonic education is one of them.When planning Lodge education, there are
several factors to consider: the demographicsof your members, the culture of the Lodge, theitems on the agenda of the particular meetingif it is going to be presented before, during orafter a stated communication and what interests your membershave. No one Lodge education program can provide all thesethings to every member.Successful Lodge education consists of a variety of programs that
appeal to our members. Education on Masonic topics, as impor-tant as that is, is only part of the overall Lodge education. If wethink of Masonic education as topics that relate to the understand-ing, application and practice of those things contained in our ritual,there are a number of other topics to be considered. Other thingsto be considered include the history of Freemasonry, the hierarchyand organizational structure of Freemasonry, professional trainingsuch as team building and leadership, etc., items of general interestsuch as living wills, investments, Masonic charities, youth grouppresentations, simple first aid and the proper use of defibrillators,and so on.My point is, education in the Lodge is an important activity that
every Lodge should include in its agendas and span a number oftopics. While education on Masonic topics is an important aspectof it, there are many other avenues to explore. Engage your activemembers and find out what interests them.
Fraternally,Patrick CholkaGrand Orator
Grand OratorPatrick D. Cholka
The 14th Annual Lake CountryMasonic Golf Outing to benefitthe “Pay it Forward” campaign ofOconomowoc-Hartland LodgeNo. 42 supporting Stars andStripes Honor Flight and our localFood Pantries will be held onMonday, July 18.
The event will be held at theKettle Moraine Golf Club, W365Highway 57, Dousman WI, just
four miles south of Three Pillars. This year’s entry fee is $100
per person. This includes 18holes of golf (cart included), lunch,dinner, a day of fun, (perhaps)some foolishness, and fellowship. There will be raffles and a silentauction. Each team will receive a com-
plimentary photograph.Registration at 10 a.m. Tee
Lake Country Golf Outing time for the shotgun start is noon.Dinner and awards are at 6 p.m.
The cost of the dinner is $25 perperson. Sponsorship opportunities are
available. Contacts are: BruceBoland, 262-356-4394; Tim Zell-ner, 414-588-5169; and FrankMcKenna, 262-893-1106.For more information and to
register visit lcmgo.com.
The Brethren of Warren LodgeNo. 4, Potosi are planning their3rd annual Warren Lodge Cam-pout and Lodge Picnic, Sept. 9thand 10th at the Grant RiverRecreational Area, for the expresspurpose of fellowship and fun.After a busy summer the Brothersdecided that a lazy evening listen-ing to the river was something tolook forward to. The campground is run by the
Army Corp of Engineers and sitsin a beautiful area on the banks ofthe Mississippi River just outsidePotosi. It has modern shower andtoilet facilities and a fantastic view
of the river and surrounding bluffs. All Brothers and their families
are invited to join us. An eveningof fun and fellowship around acampfire on a late summer's nightis planned. Food and beverage for the cam-pout are your own to bring. AllBrothers and their families are in-vited to stay for the Warren LodgePicnic which will be held Saturdayat noon at the main picnic shelteron the park grounds. Bring a dishto pass, the lodge will providebrats and burgers. If camping isn't your thing lodg-
ing is available near by. The more
Warren Lodge to Host 3rd Annual Campout and Picnic
Brothers and families the more fun.The Grant River Recreational
Area is located at 3990 ParkLane, Potosi. For more informa-tion the park number is 563-582-0881. Sites run from $14 for tentsites and $20 dollars per night forRV/Camper sites. There are a limited number of
sites reserved but they will fill upfast. Both camper and tent sitesare available. If you have anyquestions or wish reservationsplease contact Bro. Larry Ray-mond, 563-451-8497 or District8 Deputy Grand Master David R.Ritchie, 608-482-3552.
Jefferson County Lodge No. 9 recently raised Bro. Lance Mutter. In attendance for the degree were Bro.Lance’s father Bro. Mike Mutter, grandfather Bro. Ralph Behlke and four of his great uncles. Bro. Lance’sfather Mike presented him with a pin that belonged to Lance’s great-grandfather, Bro. Norm Behlke. Thatpin was presented to Bro. Mike at his Master Mason degree. Brother Norm has since passed to the celestiallodge above. Front row (from left): Tim Smillie, Senior Warden; Ralph Behlke, Master; Lance Mutter; andPast Master Mike Mutter. Back row: Area Administrator Noah Schultz, District 9 Lecturer Brian Duoss andJunior Grand Steward Paul T. Tourville.
Submitted by Bro. Noah Schultz AA 9-2
Jefferson County MM conferral is a family event
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June 2016
Dear Brethren, Ladies, and Friends,
The days are longer, the sun is shining, and soon it will officially besummer. At Three Pillars, this means events like Concerts in thePark and our Annual Friends & Family Chicken Barbecue, to namea few, are not far off. I invite you to learn more about these and allof our campus events by using the innovative calendar tool on ournewly refreshed website, www.threepillars.org.
Yet another inspiring event that brings us all together, our AnnualCommunication in Madison, will be here before we know it. As youbrowse the booths, pay a visit to the Three Pillars table to see thegood works we do to represent Masonry in Wisconsin.
Finally, before your summer calendars fill up, I hope you and mem-bers of your Lodge will consider finding time to visit our campusesin Dousman or Cecil in the coming months. The invitation is alwayson the table for you to take a tour and enjoy a visit with residentsand staff. Contact me at [email protected] if your Lodge is in-terested.
I look forward to seeing you soon.
Fraternally,
Mark StrautmanChief Executive Officer
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Chamberlain Veterans Support Fund[ ] Wisconsin Masonic Youth Fund[ ] Wisconsin Masonic Foundation Hiram’s Helpers[ ] Wisconsin Masonic Foundation [ ] Wisconsin Masonic Foundation Medical Fund [ ] Wisconsin Masonic Home, Inc.[ ] Wisconsin Masonic Home Endowment[ ] Wisconsin Masonic Journal Fund[ ] Wisconsin Masonic Service & Assistance Fund [ ] Wisconsin Masonic Soccer Fund[ ] Designated for______________________________________[ ] In honor of: ________________________________________[ ] In memory of: ______________________________________
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Three Pillars Rustic RumbleMotorcycle Ride Sept. 10
Dawn Haney takes a ride with Bro. Dennis Wilson.
By Bro. Terry BrownOutreach Committee Chair, BoardMember, Wis. Masonic Home
Three Pillars Senior LivingCommunities will host the thirdannual Rustic Rumble MotorcycleRide on Saturday, September 10.The ride will be guided and led bythe Milwaukee Chapter of theWidows Sons Masonic MotorcycleAssociation.The day will begin with a conti-
nental breakfast at 10 a.m., fol-lowed by a ride between 11 a.m.-2 p.m. A barbecue will take placefollowing the ride and attendeeswill have the opportunity to par-ticipate in a bike rally with ThreePillars residents from 3-4:30 p.m. Early registration is $12.00 per
person through July 31. Late reg-istration is $15 per person, be-
Impact Giving and Leaving a LegacyOften times we think that leav-
ing money to charity is somethingonly the very wealthy are capableof. However, this is not the case;a gift today can make a lasting im-pact for generations to come.One example is the generosity ofBro. Willard A. Van Brunt. In1905, his planned gift of a homeand property to the Grand Lodgewas the “seed that was planted.”The seed, or gift, developed andevolved into the organization thatThree Pillars Senior Living Com-munities is today. Junior Grand Steward Paul T.
Tourville will be hosting a presen-tation on the options of impactfulgiving and how you can leaveyour own legacy. He will reviewoptions in estate planning and willshare some thoughts on how giftscan not only benefit the charitybut, also your estate and heirs. The event will take place at
Three Pillars Senior Living Com-munities at the Village on theSquare Continuing Learning Cen-ter from 12:00-1:30 p.m. onThursday, July 21. A light lunchwill be served. This is a free event.Space is limited, so we kindly askthat you pre-register. If interestedin attending please call JaneOlisar, Three Pillars Chief Devel-opment Officer, at 262-965-7294 to reserve your space.Reservations must be made nolater than Thursday, July 7.
Junior Grand Steward Paul T. Tourville to speak on:
2016 All-Star Soccer Games July 30 at UW-WhitewaterBrother David Tainter, Chair-
man of the Wisconsin MasonicSoccer Program is pleased to an-nounce that the 2016 All StarSoccer Camp, Banquet andGames will again be held at UW-Whitewater.Activities be begin on Friday,
July 29, with the All-Star Campand the TOPSoccer program, acommunity-based training andteam placement program foryoung athletes with disabilities.The All-Star Recognition Ban-
quet will be held Saturday July 30,at 8 a.m.The All-Star Games will be Sat-
urday, July 30, starting with theGirls’ Game at 11 a.m. with theBoys’ Game following.Sponsors are needed, would
your lodge like to sponsor part ofthe Soccer Program?To support the event or be part
of it contact Bro. David Tainter [email protected]. or call 262-689-2848.
Action from 2015 Girls’ All-Star Game.
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Grand Chapter will again take advantage of the KWIKTrip Company's generous fundraising program and sellKWIK Trip cards. The Worthy Grand Matron and WorthyGrand Patron project is Wisconsin Make a Wish and allproceeds from the sale of these cards will go to our spe-cial child's wish.
The way the program will work this year is you will buya card for the face value. When you use it for gas pur-chases, 5% will go to the Make a Wish account. Whenyou use it for store purchases, 15% will go to our Makea Wish account. The Worthy Grand Matron and WorthyGrand Patron will always have cards for sale. If you wantto special order a number of cards, please contact theWorthy Grand Patron directly at [email protected] or 608-523-4134.
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NOTES FROM THE GRAND LECTURERBy Brother Jerry A. Reick
Feedback and questions are always welcome. Contact Grand Lecturer Jerry A. Reick at [email protected]
Greetings Brethren,How swiftly the sands of time run and how rapidly this Grand Lodge
year has come to a close. On the eve of the 2016 Annual Communi-cation, I find myself reflecting on the past year. It has been an honorand privilege to serve you. Following is a recap ofthe activities we’ve engaged in this year. My primary goal for this year was to increase
the number of Proficiency Men in each District by2 or more. Sounds simple enough, right? The first thing I did was evaluate the current sit-
uation, to find out where we were at. I gatheredthe current data and numbers so we had a startingpoint, I talked with the District Lecturers, I partic-ipated in Schools of Instruction I visited Lodges,and I witnessed ritual work. My conclusion wasthat there are a number of factors that directly con-tribute to increasing the numbers of ProficiencyMen. Just like the legs of a stool, we need to workon all areas equally to maintain a balanced ap-proach. Some of the opportunities I see are fo-cused in the following areas: 1) standardize theprocess for evaluating and tracking a Brothers progress towards becom-ing a Ritualist, 2) get the word out and encourage folks to become Rit-ualist, 3) Bring some focus and attention to how important this is to theCraft, make recognize those that have achieved Ritualist status, 4) pro-vide an educational system and process that fosters growth and com-petency in the key components of our ritual work. I viewed this as a foundational year. One in which we try new
processes, tools, and techniques. One in which we focus on teachingand education. One in which we get Brothers involved, invigorated, andbuild some genuine excitement around ritual work. One which createsthat inertia that will propel us forward and be self-perpetuating. We willcontinue to move forward, build upon the things that are working, andchange or discard those that are not. By the numbers, we currently have 157 active Ritualists and Profi-
ciency Men across the State. This represents approximately 1% of Ma-sons in Wis. Mind you there are probably more than two or three timesthat number of Brothers that are performing quality ritual work at alevel that would qualify them, but they haven’t formally completed thequalification process. This year, we added 11 New Ritualist and 2 NewProficiency Men. Even though we are numerically short of the statedgoal, these results are encouraging. It indicates that we are moving ina positive direction and ramping up. It’s not going to happen overnight.It takes two or more years for a Brother to become a practicing Ritualistin all three degrees and be at a level of competency that qualifies themfor becoming a Proficiency Man. I’m sensing a renewed interest inBrothers seeking this distinction. A journey of one thousand miles be-gins with a single step. We’ve created a new award to honor and recognize our Ritualists and
Proficiency Men. It’s time that we brought attention to and treat thislike a big deal, because it is. We’re getting the word out, Brothers areasking about how to qualify for the award and the results have beenpositive. The awards are being presented at various Lodge and Districtevents. Pictures of recipients and article about it have been popping upin the WMJ and I expect this trend to continue. The Proficiency Passport is a new working tool created to track and
document the progress of a Brother seeking to become a Ritualist. It’sa spreadsheet that breaks down each degree into the qualifying tasks.It provides the candidate a roadmap and checklist of what they need todo to reach the goal. This document should be maintained at the Lodgelevel with a record (tab) for each Brother that is working toward profi-ciency. The District Lecturer, or his representative, verify when eachtask is completed and it is noted on the form. Once a Brother fulfills allof the requirements for a particular degree, the completed passport issent to me for review and approval. I forward it to Grand Lodge andthe information is entered into MORI. A number of the Districts areactively using the Proficiency Passport and following the process. I’veheard positive comments and feedback from the Districts that are usingit. We will continue to promote and encourage it’s use in all Districts.Schools of Instruction are the preeminent educational and training
events conducted in each District. It is an opportunity to exchange in-formation, learn new things and practice in. I’d like to see us put the “school” back into the Schools of Instruction
(SOI). I’ve encouraged the District Lecturers to modify the format, con-tent and focus of the SOI’s. Incorporate small group training techniques,get the Ritualists and Proficiency Men involved and turn these eventsinto something that benefits the Lodges that are attending. I’d like tobuild a curriculum of educational modules that Districts can use to ad-dress the particular needs of their Lodges. This year, I introduced a mod-ule on rodwork which was delivered in some Districts. Initial feedbackwas positive. Look for more modules to be introduced in the upcomingyear. We were not able to hold a State degree Competition this year. This
event gets Lodges and Brothers involved in ritual work and serves as ashowcase to recognize the quality Ritual being performed. This is asmuch an awareness event as it is a competition, and is intended to fo-cuse attention on, and generate interest in ritual work. A peripheralbenefit is getting more Brothers at the Lodge level interested in learningthe Ritual and getting certified as Ritualists. Next year, we will improvethe planning and communication of the event and seek your commentsand feedback on what you want the degree competition to be and whatyou expect out of this event. Your feedback will serve to improve theevent and the process around it. The Esoteric committee met twice this year to discuss and make rec-
ommendations on ten resolutions brought before the Grand Lodge. Wehad a spirited discussion on each resolution and the committee’s rec-ommendations were forwarded to Grand Lodge to be included in theupcoming Annual Communication. I look forward to building on our successes in the upcoming year. I
look to your comments and feedback as a guide to what is working andwhat will best serve your Lodges and our gentle craft.
Respectfully submitted,WBrother Jerry A. ReickGrand Lecturer
Grand LecturerJerry A. Reick
Wisconsin’s 3rd Annual MasonicRib-Fest is June 18 in BristolBrother’s it is again time to get
your grills fired up and ready tocompete in the 3rd annual RibFest Competition. This year’s
event will be hosted by WashburnLodge No. 145 at Hansen Park inBristol. The money raised will be going
to support the 82nd Airborne Di-vision Wounded Warriors of Wis-consin. This group help’swounded veterans in the state ofWisconsin only and all moneygoes directly to the wounded vet-eran’s. The rib competition is a great
time for Brother’s from otherLodges to get together and worktoward a common goal of Charityand Brotherly love.Each Lodge enters a team or
multiple teams to try and cook thebest tasting ribs. The winner ofthe event will win the rights tohost the next year’s event for theircharity of choice. Also there is atraveling trophy and yearly trophyfor the lodge winners. The cost to enter the competi-
tion is $40 for the lodges firstteam and $20 each additionalteam. This fee helps cover venueand other items needed to holdthe event. The ribs to be cookedare supplied by the hosting lodge.Teams only need to bring whatthey will need to cook and com-pete in the event. If the teamswant to add a theme to their cooksite they may, and it does add tothe fun of the event.We hope your lodge will come
out for this great event and enjoya day with the Brothers. For more information please
contact Bro. Bob Matthews [email protected] or 262-945-6496.
A special meeting of Chetek Lodge No. 277, was held recently at the home of Bro. Alton Hodges. Bro.Hodges, a Past Master of the Lodge, was presented a Proficiency Emeritus Medallion and Certificate by theGrand Lodge of Wisconsin. Bro. Alton (center) is congratulated by Senior Grand Steward Gary L. Stang(left) and Past Grand Master William Beetcher.
Photo by Bo. Milt Helmer
Bro. Hodges receives Certificate of Emeritus Proficiency
172nd Annual Communication
of the Grand Lodge
F. & A.M.of Wis.June 3-4,
2016
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Junior Grand Warden Scott E. Pedley, left, and Grand Master FranklinJ. Struble pose for a photo with Wisconsin Grand Bethel HonoredQueen Jordan Sayre at the Wisconsin Job's Daughters InternationalGrand Session in Oshkosh.
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Job's Daughters Grand Session
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Tripoli Ceremonial to HonorPast Grand Master Allan E. IdingIt continues to be the “Most
Wonderful Time of the Year” forour Tripoli Shriners as we con-tinue to focus on our Shrine hos-pitals and membership. We havejust concluded our celebration ofthe Shriners Hospitals for Chil-dren-Twin Cities “Gala” com-memorating their 93rdanniversary. We enjoyed the op-portunity to be part of the ShinersHospitals for Children experienceand to learn firsthand how theShriners have been making a dif-ference in the lives of our children.On June 5 we will visit ourChicago hospital with buses leav-ing Tripoli at 9:30 a.m. and onJune 20 we will be holding our an-nual golf outing for the benefit ofShriners Hospitals for Children.Tax deductible contributions aregreatly appreciated.The Tripoli Ceremonial being
held on Saturday, November 12,2016, will honor Ill. Allan E. Iding,33°. In honoring Past Grand Mas-ter Iding we celebrate our MasonicFamily and all leaders who havecontributed to the tremendoussuccess of our fraternity. In addi-tion to serving as Grand Master,Al has served as Worshipful Mas-ter of James M. Hays Lodge,Commander-in-Chief of the Valleyof Milwaukee, AASR, President ofthe Wisconsin Scottish Rite Foun-dation and Chairman of the Boardof Trustees of the Valley, Execu-tive Officer of the Wisconsin De-Molay and numerous other boardsand Grand Lodge committees. Alis currently Director of our DeMo-lay Unit. A full biography will ap-pear in our September articles.Tripoli will continue to build uponhis leadership and his love of thefraternity.This Memorial Day we take spe-
cial note of our veterans, as we re-member, honor and celebrate thelives of those men and womenwho have given so much in serv-
ice to our country and protectingour individual freedoms. A coupleweeks ago I had the pleasure toexperience thededication ofthe FisherHouse, ahome awayfrom home forthe families ofour veterans,at the VACenter. It wasa very inspira-tional day.And, last Sat-urday, as Iwrite this arti-cle, I had theopportunity tojoin our Highlanders Unit for theirannual “Dine-In Mess” under thedirection of Noble Tom Cobb andDeputy Grand Master Don Hen-siak. Our keynote speaker spokeof Tradition, Honor and Respectfor One Another. Brethren, it isexactly what we as Masons findimportant in our lives. OURTHANKS TO OUR VETERANS.
Celebrating 130 Years of Serviceto God ٠�Country ٠ Humanity
(June 14, 1886.)
Bro. Doug WinterPotentate
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Bro. Richard Bennett Receives Visit from Hancock Lodge
By Bro. Milt HelmerIt was like a Masonic road trip for members of Hancock
Lodge No. 229, Ellsworth, when they visited Reedsburgon May 5.Bros. Dan Sherry and Rick Swan were invited to speak
on the Civil War at the invitation of Hancock Past MasterSteve Broton, now plural member of Reedsburg Lodge No.79. In addition to Bros. Sherry and Swan, the delegationincluded Bros. Norris Berg, Milt Helmer and Frank During,Master of Hancock Lodge.Rather than making the trip solely for a lodge visit, theBrothers made a day of it by visiting the Ringling Bros. Cir-cus Museum in the home of Bro. Richard Bennett.From the moment you step inside his door, you are trans-
ported back in time to the days when the Ringling Bros.and Barnum and Bailey Circuses toured the country. Thatwas back when the circus traveled by rail , they were thecenter of entertainment in the late 1800s and early 1900s.For Bro. Bennett, the museum is more than memorabilia
of days gone by, it is a living showcase of a grand time in
American life. Bro. Bennett, who never married, doesn’town a TV or a computer. He spends all of his time buyingitems for his extensive collection which has taken over hishome including the kitchen, living room and several add-on garages.As you make your way through this historic treasure
trove, you learn Bro. Bennett performed in the RinglingCircuses as a clown named “Raz-Bo” for many years andwas personal friends with some very famous entertainers.He has memorabilia from Buffalo Bill to Emmet Kelly andwas good friends with one of the Three Stooges and scoresof other entertainers.Among the countless pieces on display are " booking logs
" for the circuses that operated two main 65 car trains ; onefor the East Coast and one for the Western part of thecountry. Bro. Bennett kept everything and can quote datesand background on everything in his collection. He has amarvelous memory for detail. In addition to the circus, hewas involved in politics in his early years.
Bro. Bennett has been an active member of Freema-sonry for the past 52 years and is currently an honorarymember of the Reedsburg Lodge. He is also a Shriner andkeeps a Zor Fez in a place of honor with other Masonicitems.One section of his collection is dedicated to his father
who served in WWI. An entire glass case is de voted to thememory of his father, who went into the service when hewas very young and even re-enlisted to continue to servehis country. His pride just beams when he shares this part
of his heritage.In his very interesting life he also has become an expert
shot with the 22 rifle and pistols. Evidence of his skills areshown all over his unique home. If a house full of memorieswas not enough, the Ellsworth visitors were shown a specialCadillac in an outbuilding. It is one of many Bro. Bennetthas owned. This one was stretched and customized just theway he wanted it. He is especially proud of two Cadillacshe once owned. One was owned by Marilyn Monroe, anda second one by Bette Davis. Bro. Bennett spends his time buying and adding on to
his collection, which just grows and grows.
Ringling Bros. Circus Clown Bro. Richard “Raz-Bo”Bennett.
One of the late 1800’s heralds is shown by MasterFrank During. Look closely at the bottom and youwill see the herald was used to promote perform-ances at River Falls, Beldenville and Ellsworth backin 1897.
Members of Hancock Lodge visiting the Baraboocollection of Bro. Richard Bennett from left: FrankDuring, Rick Swan, Dan Sherry, Steve Broton,Richard Bennett and Norris Berg
Photos by Bro. Milt Helmer
Chippewa Valley DeMolay Devotional Day
Rabbi, Shoshana Dworsky, explains the Jewish Torah scrolls to the visitors.
By Bro. James R. FennoDeMolay Advisor
Chippewa Valley DeMolayThe Chippewa Valley DeMolay
celebrated their spring DevotionalDay by attending services at aJewish synagogue, TempleSholom, in Eau Claire.
Twelve people attended theservice with the DeMolay. A lunchfollowed the service. Comments from attendees after
the visit were all very positive."I was impressed to learn more
about the Jewish faith. I thoughtthe prayers really resonated withme because they were spoken ina different language, yet still com-municated with reverence andthoughtfulness.""Lunch added to the overall at-
mosphere of the service and madethe service very inviting as non-Jewish attendees conversed withthe Jewish community.""I found the part of the service
in which Hebrew was spoken tobe quite interesting."
"I thought that eating lunch andtalking with the people was thebest part of the day.""It was a wonderful experience
for me and I'm super happy I gotto go!"The Chippewa Valley DeMolay
is sponsored by four ChippewaValley Masonic Lodges: ChippewaFalls Lodge No. 176, Eau ClaireLodge No. 112, George B.Wheeler Lodge No. 351, andSanctuary Lodge No. 347.
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News Events from the Lodges
District Lecturer Davey L. White Jr., PGM, presented Proficiency Medallions to the following Brothers atthe District 8 meeting (from left): Ross Pollock and Ray Painter, Mineral point Lodge No. 1; Ray Childs,Prairie du Chien Lodge No. 8, Proficiency Emeritus; District Lecturer Davey L. White Jr.; and Joe Williamson,Reedsburg Lodge No. 79.
Submitted by Bro. Marc Steiber
District 8 Proficiency Men
Hancock Lodge and Ellsworth OES Awards Night
Special Eastern Star Chapter and Lodge Award winners were announced at the annualAwards Night in Ellsworth. From left is Worthy Matron Kris Webster, Dolores Waltz, re-cipient of the Shining Star Award; Jim Hines, winner of the Mason of the Year award;and Master Frank During
The members of HancockLodge No. 229 and EllsworthOrder of the Eastern StarChapter #116 presented theirtop awards at a special banquetheld on May 13 at the EllsworthMasonic Center.Bro. Jim Hines, Past Master
and current Chaplain of Han-cock Lodge received the Masonof the Year award for his dedi-cation to the fraternity. Theaward was presented by JuniorWarden Craig Krueger, coordi-nator of the event. Bro. Hinesis also a past president of theSt. Croix Valley Shrine Club. Dolores Waltz, Past Worthy
Matron of the Ellsworth Orderof the Eastern Star, was recog-nized by the Chapter with the
Shining Star Award presentedby Worthy Matron Kris Web-ster.Bro. Kraig Krueger also rec-
ognized long time memberswith special lapel pins. Includedwas a 40 year pin for Past Mas-ter Jerry Bristol.Bro. Krueger outlined the
many accomplishments of theLodge and Star during the yearand both groups paid a specialtribute to members who havepassed away this last year.Master Frank During thanked
the members and guests for at-tending and complimentedAngie Krueger for a fine dinner.Funds for both the Star and
Lodge were raised from a silentauction.
Junior Deacon Jeff Pajac en-tertains at the awards ban-quet.
By Bro. Milt Helmer
Photos by Bro. Milt Helmer
Bro. Jerry McDonald, left, received the District 5 Rookie of the YearAward from District 5 Deputy Grand Master Todd A. Wohlert. TheRookie of the Year Award recognizes an outstanding, newly madeMason who exemplifies Masonic principles, and has shown that he isa worthy Brother by applying those principles in his lodge, community,and personal life. The award is open to any Master Mason who wasraised at any time in the three years prior to March 1, 2016. Bro. Mc-Donald was raised in Tomah Lodge No. 132 on June 15, 2013. Henow serves his Lodge as Junior Warden. He is a plural member in ValleyLodge No. 60, where he serves as Master and Salem Lodge No. 125,where he serves as Senior Warden and Trustee.
Photo by Rich Rygh
Bro. Jerry McDonald honored
At the recent Tomah VA Medical Center Voluntary Service Awardsprogram held at the Cranberry Lodge in Tomah, Bro. Martin Callawaywas recognized for 2,500 volunteer hours at the Tomah Medical Center.Acting director, Victoria Brahm, thanks Bro. Callaway. He is a MasonicService Association Volunteer and is a member of La Crosse MasonicLodge No. 190.
Submitted by Bro. Jesse Long MSA Representative, Tomah VAMC
Bro. Martin Callaway honored
Lynn Waldera, Divine Saviors Director of Preventative Health, receivesa check for $2,200 from Bro. Jim Swan Jr. on behalf of Fort Win-nebago Lodge No. 33, Portage. The donation is to purchase a newAED (automated external defibrillator) to be placed in one of the publicareas at LaVita, Divine Savior's new wellness center. The money wasmade possible with matching funds from the Wisconsin Masonic Med-ical Foundation.Submitted by Bro. Jim Swan Jr., Junior Deacon
Fort Winnebago Lodge provides AED
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Jobies and Commandery join in “Go to Church” SundaySir Knights from Ivanhoe Commandery #24 joined the Daughters of Bethel #6 Job’s Daughters Internationalat Christ Church U.C.C. in Milwaukee on May 1. Honored Queen Elly Bingheim and Eminent CommanderMike Clinnin planned the joint “Go to Church” Sunday in honor of Ascension Day and as a way for bothof the organizations to share. The Jobies and Sir Knights processed into the Church with the Church Choirand took seats in the front pews. The Officers of Bethel #6 assisted with the scripture readings for theservice and performed the “Living Cross” as the benediction to the worship service. Following the serviceIvanhoe Commandery treated the members of the Congregation to hot ham and rolls during their normalcoffee fellowship.
Submitted by Bro. Brad Bingheim
Waukesha Lodge 4th AnnualFestival of Meat is July 9
Brethren enjoy last year’s Festival of Meat.
By Bro. Dale HartungIn 2012, brethren from Wauke-
sha Lodge attended the ninth an-nual combined table lodgebetween Prince Hall Grand Lodgeand the Grand Lodge of Wiscon-sin. The food was great, the wine,plentiful, and the fellowship waswonderful. New bonds of brother-hood were formed, and existingbonds were strengthened. It wasthe first exposure some of thebrothers had to a table lodge, andignited something in some ofthem.After the event, the incoming
master of Waukesha commented,"Ya know . . . That was great, weshould do that!" The excitementaround the idea never waned.They brought the idea up to a PastMaster and were told, “Well wehaven’t done that in . . . well . . .it’s got to be thirty some yearsnow!” After that, having a tablelodge became less of an option,and more of an imperative.While the brethren of Wauke-
sha wanted to have a great tablelodge, it was important to themthat they do something different.They wanted their event to bemore of a celebration of their fra-ternity, and less of a fundraiser. Asa matter of fact, the goal of theirfirst table lodge was to "breakeven."“Break even? What kind of
sense does that make?” To thosebrothers, it made perfect sense.They wanted to strengthen theirrelationships, not pay their electricbill. Their plan was to share a finemeal, and finer company. The idea for the menu was in-
spired at a bachelor party for oneof the Brothers two years prior.For dinner, they went to a Brazil-ian steak house with “all you can
eat” roasted meat. A differentBrother had access to a rotisseriekit and was already honing hisroasting skills. He confidently said,“Oh yeah . . . I could do that!” andit was decided. This table lodgewould feature slow spit roastedbeef, pork, and turkey. It would allbe cooked over an open flame pitbehind the lodge. Dress would becasual. The wine was mostly do-nated from the "private reserve”of the officer line. To give it evenmore of a “Waukesha” touch,each officer was asked to come upwith an individual toast to beadded to the ceremony. Initiallythe event was named, “CarnivousFestivous.”The day of the event came, and
as expected, the spits started spin-ning at 10:00 am. The smell ofroasted meat filled the air aroundWaukesha Lodge for blocks. TheBrethren who were there to set upwere getting excited. As the dayturned to evening, Brothersstarted filing in. A great feast washad, and many toasts were made.It’s been nearly four years since
the first “Festival of Meat.” Eachyear since, a new meat has beenadded to the menu. For this year,the brethren of Waukesha will bepresented with beef tenderloin,pork tenderloin, turkey, lamb,venison, bear, and antelope in ad-dition to bread, potatoes andwine.The Festival of Meat is open to
any Mason who would like to joinin this celebration of brotherhoodand fellowship. The date is July 9at 6 p.m., dress code is casual, thecost is $25, and individual toastsare encouraged. RSVP athttp://goo.gl/A8K2T4 or [email protected] by June30.
Breakfast Every Wednesday Morning
Hosted by
IslandCity Lodge No. 330
8 a.m.If you mention that you saw this ad in the
Masonic Journal, breakfast is on us!
Stated meetings 1st Wednesday at 10 a.m.,
& 3rd Wednesday at 7 p.m.
7529 Hwy. 51 North in MinocquaFor more information contact Bro. Dave Imlah at
715-892-2392, or [email protected]
Madison MallardsBaseball Outing is July 9 The Valley of Madison Scottish
Rite along with Hiram Lodge No.50, will be hosting an outing tothe Madison Mallards baseballgame against the WisconsinWoodchucks on July 9. The game will be held at the
Duck Pond, located in WarnerPark at the intersection of NorthSherman Ave. and NorthportDrive on Madison's North Side. Game time is scheduled for a
6:35 pm start.This event is open to all Madi-
son Valley Scottish Rite membersand their families as well as guestsand friends - particularly MasterMasons who are not yet membersof the Scottish Rite Fraternity.Ticket costs for Scottish Rite
Members, potential members,their families and guests are $20or $25 each. Each $20 ticket en-titles the holder to receive foodand a non-alcoholic beverage atthe Cookout on the north side ofthe Stadium. Each $25 entitlesthe holder to receive food andbeer at the tailgate.Please contact Madison Valley
Secretary Bro. Mike Roddy, [email protected] call 608-256-2351 or contactHiram Lodge No. 50, Bro.Ted Er-ickson, [email protected] ticket reservations.Reservation Deadline is July
Identify yourself as a Freemasonby displaying a Freemason Li-cense Plate on your vehicle. Standard Freemason plates re-
quire a one-time cost of $15,thereafter, you pay only the regu-lar registration fee.Plates can be personalized
which requires an extra $15 eachyear. Vehicles that qualify for the
plates are automobiles; mo-torhomes, trucks with 4,500,6,000 or 8,000 pound grossweight, dual purpose farm, dualpurpose motor home and 12,000pound gross weight farm trucks.Brochures are available at the
Grand Lodge Office or for moreinformation go tohttp://www.dot.state.wi.us/ andsearch Freemason license plates.
Wis. FreemasonLicense Plates
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News Events from the Lodges
Lodge assists local fire and rescueFamilies and members of Collins-Spring Valley Lodge No. 192, assisted United Fire and Rescue with theirannual Smelt Fry fundraiser at the American Legion in Baldwin on April 29. From left: Sheila Wiegand;Bob Hering; Roger Keller, Master; Earl Gunderson; Jay Custer; Tim Jewell; Doug Henry; and Larry Wiegand.Not pictured: Jeremy Fussy, Ty Behr, and Tammy Winkelman.
Submitted by Bro. Larry Wiegand
Hiram Brothers visit PGM Dean T. MasseyBrothers of Hiram Lodge No. 50 visited Past Grand Master Dean T. Massey on the 62nd anniversary of hisraising. PGM Massey was raised on May 5, 1954. He served the Lodge as Master in 1981 and served theMasons of Wisconsin as Grand Master in 1990-1991. Front row (from left): PGM Dean T. Massey and Dis-trict 7 Deputy Grand Master Craig J. Froelich. Back row, Brothers: Mills Botham, Jerry Roscoe, MattHughey and Lyle Christian.
Submitted by District 7 Deputy Grand Master Craig J. Froelich
Bro. Alvin Briggs honored Bro Alvin Briggs, left, receives an Honorary Past Masters Certificatefrom Bro. Mitch, Custer, Master of Henry S. Baird Lodge No. 174,Sturgeon Bay. Bro. Briggs raised on June 27, 1956 in Rob MorrisLodge No. 115, Eagle. He has served the lodge in many capacities.
Submitted by Bro. Ed Klein, photo by Bro. Tom Pinney
Two District 11 Ritualists received their Medallions on May 12. Bro.Andrew Willett (left) from Southern Lakes Lodge No. 12, Delavan, is aRitualist in the EA degree, and John Wozniak from Geneva Lodge No.44, Lake Geneva, is a Ritualist in the MM degree.
Submitted by District 11 Lecturer Bill Hahnfeld
Brothers receive Ritual Medallions
Lake Lodge to HostActive Shooter ClassLake Lodge No. 189 will be
hosting an Active Shooter Class atthe Lake Masonic Center, 1235E. Howard Ave., on Thursday,June 30, beginning at 7 p.m. The class is approximately 90
minutes in length and will be givenby the professional members ofthe Milwaukee Police Depart-ment's Tactical Enforcement Unit(SWAT Team). This class is free toall Masons, their families andfriends and relatives and all Ma-sonic bodies. Due to the nature ofthe class, kids are invited but
should be accompanied by a par-ent. This is not a tiled lodge meet-ing.
The class is not specificallygeared towards Masons andlodges, it is for every day life.Shootings occur in churches andschools, businesses, militarybases, hospitals and at funerals.Come and learn from the profes-sionals–this training will openyour eyes and could save your life.Questions can be directed to Bro.Jeff Thiele, Master [email protected].
The La Crosse Masonic Center118 S 8th St., La Crosse has anoon lunch the 1st and 3rd Fridayof every month.
La Crosse Masonic Center LunchesCost is $7 for all you can eat
soup, sandwiches, and desserts.All Masons and guests wel-
come.
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News Events from the Lodges
Civil War talk at Reedsburg LodgeTwo Brothers from Hancock Lodge No. 229, Ellsworth, gave a talk about the Civil War to members andguests of Reedsburg Lodge No. 79 on May 5, at a special meeting. Bro. Rick Swan gave a talk about whatis commonly known about the war and challenged the audience to decide was it fact or legend. He addressedhis comments from the southern point of view while Bro. Dan Sherry gave his talk from the northern aspect.Being a retired doctor, Bro. Sherry informed the crowd of the medical practices during the war. He wasalso in full period dress of an officer of the Union Army. Brothers from left: Rick Swan; Steve Broton; DanSherry; Frank During; Bob Anderson; Master of Reedsburg Lodge; and Norris Berg.
Photo by Bro. Milt Helmer
Milwaukee-Harmony Lodge honors membersMilwaukee-Harmony Lodge No. 261 recently honored Brothers for years of service at their annual awardsnight. There were some members with 60 years or more of service that were unable to attend. Brothersfrom left: Charles Wallens, 60 years; Donald Olsen, 20 years; Louis Plotkin, Master; Josef Pronnet, 50years; Steven Hersh, 30 years; and Neal Sernovitz, 40 years.
Submitted by Bro. Lowell Scott, Secretary
PGM Byrnes honored for 65 yearsBro. Richard Rogers, Master of H.S. Baird Lodge No. 174, SturgeonBay, presents Past Grand Master James J. Byrnes with a certificatecommemorating his 65th anniversary as a Master Mason. PGM Byrneswas the Master of H.S. Baird in 1967 and served as Grand Master in1982-83. PGM Byrnes was raised in Hamlin Park Lodge No.1069 A.F. & A.M., Chicago, Ill., on May 5,1957. From left: Richard Rogers,PGM James Byrnes and his Lady Alice Byrnes, Past Worthy Matron,OES.
Submitted by Bro. Ed Klein, photo by Bro. Tom Pinney
Bro. Jim Gename and his son, Bro. Russ Gename are photographedin front of the Korean War Memorial in Washington DC. The Brotherswere on the Honor Flight which departed out of Milwaukee on May14. Both father and son are members of Unity Lodge No. 367,Kenosha. Bro. Jim is a 53 year member.
Submitted by Bro. Bill Shelley
Bro. Jim Gename on Honor Flight
Wisconsin Rapids Brothers visit ArizonaBrothers Scott Brehm, Steve Livernash and Jim Giese, of Wisconsin Rapids Lodge No.128, visited PhoenixArizona Lodge No. 2 on May 10. There they socialized with Phoenix Masons during the 6 p.m. meal andattended an EA degree. The Master and Junior Warden met with the Wisconsin Rapids Brothers to discussthe differences in the work between the jurisdictions. The visiting Brothers were also interviewed for thearchives at the Grand Lodge in Washington D.C.
Submitted by Bro. Scott Brehm
We have an email address dedicated to collecting events to go into the Grand Lodge Calendar.Any lodge or appendant body can send the information to [email protected] and itwill get added onto the system.
To list events in the Wisconsin Masonic Journal Calendar continue to email them [email protected].
Grand Lodge Calendar
By District 8 Deputy GrandMaster David R. RitchieBrothers we have a special op-
portunity. Warren Lodge No. 4,Potosi will be conferring a MasterMason Degree in Dubuque, Iowaon June 13. Members of a Dubuque Lodge
will open in the Iowa ritual andWarren Lodge will put on the de-gree with the Wisconsin ritual andclose. Come and see how Iowa opens
a lodge and help us show Iowahow we confer a degree.
If interested in helping with thework or getting more detailsplease call District 8 LecturerDavey L. White, PGM, at 608-732-3122 or District DeputyGrand Master David R. Ritchie at608-482-3552. If you do not wish to take part
please come fill the sidelines andmeet a great group of Brothersfrom Dubuque. The degree will be conferred at
the Dubuque Masonic Temple intheir Egyptian Room at 1155 Lo-cust St, Dubuque.
Warren Lodge to Confer MM Degree in Dubuque
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Visit Our New Website!Leadership:Do the Right Thing vs. Doing Things RightBy MWBro. Jack C. AllordGrand Master of Masons in Wisconsin
1996-1997
In the 7th grade, I had a lot offree time. I loved reading and oneof the books that I read was the bi-ography of Davey Crockett (who Ilater learned was a BrotherMason). I remember well through-out my years since then that hismotto was “Be always sure youare right, then go ahead”. To methis encompasses conviction,compassion, resoluteness, re-sourcefulness, faith and prayer.Our brother Crockett was a pio-neer but also a leader as a militiaColonel, state legislator, U.S.Congressman, leader and hero atthe Alamo.In 1998, I earned my Master’s
degree in Administration Sciencesfrom the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. In the course on Or-ganizational Culture, leadershipstyles and traits were stressed.Strong leaders do not all exhibitthe same styles or traits. They donot intend to offend, but theyshould be “ . . . sure you are right,then go ahead”. There are alwaysthose who will strongly disagree:John Adams so strongly disagreedwith Thomas Jefferson that he re-fused to attend the inauguration ofJefferson; Field Marshall BernardMontgomery clashed with Gen.Dwight D. Eisenhower over theplan when and how to invadeNormandy in World War II. Leaders’ styles vary: some may
be very loquacious, eloquent andconvincing. On Nov. 19, 1863,famed orator and former Secre-tary of State Edward Everett deliv-ered a two-hour speech at theGettysburg National prior to Abra-ham Lincoln’s two-minute Gettys-burg address. Popular oratorWilliam Jennings Bryan was twicedefeated for the presidency byBro. William McKinley (1896 and1900). Thomas Jefferson was nota great public speaker. At his in-auguration, Jefferson rose andbegan reading his Inaugural Ad-dress in a tone so low that it couldbe heard by only a few in thechamber.The styles of ruthlessness and
malevolence of Hitler, Stalin andNo. Korea’s Kim Chung Un con-trast with the wisdom and charmof Solomon. The experienced butarrogant style of Gen. DouglasMacArthur contrasts with the nat-ural charm and captivating andconvincing charisma of John F.Kennedy, Ronald Reagan orBrother Winston Churchill. Leaders all; but very, very differ-
ent styles.Traits of leaders may be nebu-
lous, but many are in common:One trait is long-range perspectiveor a strong a vision which can betransferred to many. A leadermust transfer conviction or buy in(acceptance, support and partici-pation) to others.A leader innovates and chal-
lenges the status quo vs. maintain-ing the status quo. (The statusquo keeps on doing the samethings, maintaining it right):• The leader envisions the Topline vs. bottom line• He is effective vs. efficient (hesets and implements the mis-sion)• He seeks and establishes theright things vs. maintainingthings rightIn addition to Davey Crockett’s
motto “Be always sure you areright, then go ahead”, the follow-
ing is a model which I try to em-ploy. It is paraphrased from areading I ran across while doingmy wife’s and my morning devo-tional time a while ago (ScriptureUnion, USA, Encounter withGod, Thursday, June 25, 2015)*.It is a profound and gentle exam-ple and framework that all leadersshould embody.The article tells that when the
Apostle Paul writes to Timothy (2Timothy 2), he emphasizes bothcharacter and skill in dealing withhis followers. Timothy not onlymust be truthful, but he must beable to convey it clearly. Addition-ally, he must pay attention to hisown motives as well as passingGod’s blessings on to others. Inother words, he has to be respon-sible for himself as well as forthose he serves.This devotional article goes on
to state that: “Leadership is rela-tively easy when all is going well,when everybody is on board andthere is no challenge to the lead-ership. The test comes whenthere are disagreements, fac-
tions, and undermining of thevision. At that point, characteras much as understanding of thetruth is called into play.”Unfortunately, now as well as
then, when a leader is challenged,he tends to hide behind his au-thority rather than showing pa-tience. We need to be patient, asPaul exhorts Timothy to be in thisletter to Timothy, in his capacityas a leader in the church. “Behindthis leadership must be someonewho is making the decision to bepure, taking direct action to‘flee’ from temptations (2 Timo-thy 2:22)…. we must never usePaul's instruction as an excusesimply to close down criticism.Rather, we undercut all attemptsto speculate or contradict God'struth, refusing to engage in sucha fruitless exercise.”
So mote it be, my Brothers.
*http://www.scriptureunion.org/daily%20bible%20devotions/en-counter%20with%20god/2015/06/25/inside-and-out
Mentor’sHandbook
is available atwisc-freemasonry.org
under Publications-MasonicEducation
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Armed Forces Day Outdoor Master Mason DegreeBy Rich Rygh
The Armed Forces Day Outdoor Master Mason Degree onMay 21 was hosted by Bro. Mark Jerdee on his 40 plus acreproperty high on a hill in rural Wilton. The beautiful woodedproperty is surrounded by deep valleys and several Amish farms.It provides an ideal setting for an outdoor degree and day of goodfood by Bro. Franz Wiggert and fellowship among the Brethren.District 5 Deputy Grand Master Todd A Wohlert organized the
degree involving Brothers from 10 different lodges with visitorsfrom throughout the state.Bro. Wade Parker opened the lodge and conferred the degree
on Bro. Nathan Randall of LaBelle Lodge No. 84, Viroqua. Junior Grand Steward Paul T. Tourville raised Bro. Randall.At the close of the degree Bro. Leo Clark gave a history of the
Armed Forces Day Outdoor Master Mason Degrees. The eventwas founded by the late Brothers Tomas Tourville and Rolf Ku-randt.District 5 Deputy Grand Master Todd A. Wohlert presented the
District 6 Rookie of the Year Award to Bro. Jerry McDonald.
Bro. Wade Parker opens the lodge.
Seafaring Man Bro. Hollis Herbisonaddresses the ruffians.
The ruffians appear before King Solomon, Junior Grand Steward Paul T. Tourville.
The scribe, Bro. Leo Clark, calls the roll of theworkmen.
Brethren congratulate new Master Mason Nathan Randall.
At right: Bro. AlCoenen (center)presents the his-torical account ofthe degree to Bro.Nathan Randall(left). Grand Lec-turer Jerry Reickassists.
Photos by Rich Rygh
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Annual Catfish Dinner and Evening of Fellowship at Warren LodgeBy Rich RyghBrethren from around the state gathered at Warren
Lodge No. 4 in Potosi on May 5 for their annual “Ma-sons Only” catfish dinner. The Lodge provided a terrificmeal with catfish prepared by Bros. Harold Lindemanand Rocky Emler along with all the trimmings anddesserts prepared by the ladies. Following the meal Master David Ritchie, District 8
Deputy Grand Master, opened the Lodge and GrandMaster Franklin J. Struble was received and accorded theGrand Honors of Freemasonry.Business was conducted including the reading of two
petitions and balloting.Master David Ritchie presented Grand Master Struble
with an Honorary Membership in Warren Lodge.Grand Master Struble said he has visited Warren Lodge
twice this year and both times they have been doingsomething positive toward membership. He said in thestate of Wisconsin we have 30 lodges that have shown apositive growth in membership in 2015. We have hadmore resigned and NPD Masons come back into thelodges than in the past fiveyears. A higher percentage ofmen are finishing their de-grees than in the past. In theprevious year, April 2014-15we received 292 petitions inthe corresponding periodfrom April 2015 this year wehave received 350.The officers and visiting
Brethren introduced them-selves and promoted upcom-ing lodge events.The “Traveling River
Chicken Stein” was intro-duced which travels betweenWarren Lodge and Prairie du Chien, it only takes onemember to capture it. Bro. Marc Steiber will be taking itback with him to Prairie du Chien.
The chairs in the lodge room were full as the Brethrenenjoyed the evening of fellowship.
Bros. Rocky Emler (left) andHarold Lindeman prepare thecatfish.
Enjoying the meal from left: Grand Master Franklin J. Struble,Al Huber, Joe Thompson, Marc Steiber, Junior Grand WardenScott E. Pedley and Past Grand Master John W. Wilke.
Grand Master Franklin J. Struble sits in the East with MasterDavid R. Ritchie for the business meeting. The Grand Master waspresented with an honorary membership in Warren Lodge.
Photos by Rich Rygh
District 9 Meeting Covers a Wide Variety of TopicsBy Rich Rygh
The District 9 Spring Meetingwhich featured a number of inter-esting topics was hosted by FultonLodge No. 69, Edgerton, on April30. District Lecturer Brian Duossgave an opening prayer followedby the Pledge of Allegiance to theFlag.District 9 Deputy Grand Master
James R. Gajdosik introducedZach Fowler, of Titletown Ticketsand Tours, gave a talk on organ-izing and planning Packer Toursand Tailgate Parties. They alsooffer individual and group outingsto Badger Games.Andrew Olsen from Glacier’s
Edge Council of the Boy Scouts ofAmerica reported a 9 per cent in-crease in membership in his serv-ice area. He said no matter howtimes change, kids still like to par-ticipate in Scouting. He saidScouting teaches you lessons thatyou can use throughout your life.The Scout Law is the same as itwas in 1910.He said there are several things
Masons can do to help the Scouts.Providing a place to meet is at thebottom of the list. There are manyplaces to meet. He explained kidstoday need mentors. Over 50% ofthe kids today are raised bymoms. Even the greatest momscannot fulfill a boy’s need to bewith men and boys. Scouts need men to step for-
ward and be mentors and rolemodels.Money is another need the
Scouting Program has. The Gla-cier Council spent over $43,000last year on programs involvingkids of need. Paying for campingand other activities for the boys.Sometimes even providing shoesso boys can attend the camps.Olsen said poverty is a huge
problem in our society. He gavesome examples: 35 per cent ofthe kids in Edgerton live inpoverty, that percentage climbs to
76.5 in Beloit and Janesville is al-most 47 per cent.He said for single parents an
after school program for yourchild is important. The GlacierCouncil now funds six after schoolprograms. Some positions arepaid and some are volunteer.
Kids want to be involved inScouting and participate in theprograms offered. It costs about$160 per year to fund a boy inScouting, including camp andmaybe a shirt or some books.
Area Administrator NoahSchultz reminded the Brothers ofthe Hiram’s Helpers Programwhich has matching funds to helpwith needs such as shoes andclothing. Olsen gave several ex-amples of the need for clothingand shoes.Olsen said another area where
help is needed is in merit badgecounseling. If you have expertisein any merit badge areas, mentorsare needed. Many Scouts choosetheir career based on merit badgeexperience in Scouting.
He said for retired guys thehave a “fix it group” at Camp In-dian Trails that provides mainte-nance for two camps.Olsen urged the Brothers to
promote scouting and encouragekids to get involved.Bro. Derek Henze, Financial
Advisor for Edward Jones, gave apresentation on lodge financialplanning. He said, “The financialplanning of the lodge is the back-bone of the organization.” He discussed ways for lodges to
improve their financial picture andthe challenges we need to recog-nize. He stressed the importanceof investing money based on shortterm, 0-2 years; mid term, 2-10years and long term, over 10years.Junior Grand Deacon Kenneth
C. Gorgen spoke on our MasonicCharities. He said, “ . . . as im-portant as these charities are, the
money that we give to them is ac-tually an output of our philosophyas Masons.” He said if it isn’t all about
money what is it about? He saidthe previous speaker, AndrewOlsen said it best, men want to bewith men. Bro. Gorgen said, wehave our family and we love ourfamily. He said men need to bewith men. Eighty five per cent ofmen joining organizations join forfriendship. The other 15 per centjoin for networking. He said whenwe talk about money have we lostsight of the fraternity? We practice philanthropy be-
cause of the philosophy of theteaching of our order. Withoutphilanthropy we are doing less inthe world then our philosophy dic-tates. Without our philosophy welose our meaning and our reasonto exist.
Bro. Gorgen said, “Charity isthe spiritual and physical awaken-ing which motivates it to happen.” He said of the time we spend
talking in our lodges very littletime is spent talking aboutFreemasonry. Freemasonry iswhat we are about, that is why wemeet. Bro. Gorgen said, “Freema-sonry is easy to say, difficult to de-
fine and almost impossible toquantify.” He said, “We are a group of
men that enjoy being with others,the fraternal relationships we haveand being part of something thatdoes good in the world.”Bro. Gorgen said, “Remember
that 85 per cent we talked aboutearlier, they join for friends, if wesatisfy that need, by being activein the things that are concentrat-ing on our philosophy and end up
being philanthropy we will keepthem.”He said, “What is our philoso-
phy . . . it is in the lodge room thatwe can ponder the lessons of ourworking tools and access ways toincorporate them for the benefitof our lives and our families lives.It is there that in silence we canconfront and vanquish the fears
Junior Grand Deacon Kenneth C. Gorgen speaks on our philosophy leading to philanthropy.Photos by Rich Rygh
District 9 Deputy Grand Master James R. Gajdosik presentsthe “Symbolism of the Ruffians” from the Masonic Study Se-ries.
See District 9 on page 17
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Wisconsin Masonic Calendarcontinued from covertickets and dinner after with a silent auction with great prizes. Contact Beja Shrine for more info at920-498-1985.
23 Middleton-Ionic Lodge No. 180, Annual Pig Roast and Luau, 5 p.m. eat at 6 p.m. Cost $15.
23 OES Exemplification, 1 p.m., Janesville Masonic Center, Janesville.
30 OES Exemplification, 1 p.m., Ellsworth Masonic Center, Ellsworth.
AUGUST 20169 Barneveld No. 319 Lecture Series "The 47th Problem of Euclid and The Secrets of Masonry.”Lecture follows 7:30 p.m. stated communication. Barneveld Masonic Center, 108 S. Jones St., Barn-eveld.
13 Sheboygan Lodge No. 11, Brother’s Breakfast, 9 a.m. $5 adults, children free. Friends and fam-ily are welcome. Menu changes monthly. RSVP's requested to Bro. John Gosse [email protected].
13 Ozaukee Lodge No. 17, Lodge Picnic. Schubert Ranch, Noon – lunch at 1 p.m. Burgers, brats,hot dogs and chicken. $5 per person, kids under 10 $3. Bring a dish to pass. Bring your favorite bev-erage, chair and yard game.
14 La Crosse Masonic Lodge No. 190, Logger’s Game, 5 p.m. Contact Bro. Dan Truax 608-769-7236 if interested in attending.
16 Middleton-Ionic Lodge No. 180, Past Masters and Awards Night, potluck, Middleton Masonic Cen-ter.
17 H.S. Baird Lodge No. 174, Annual Steak Fry & Fish Boil, Fair Building, John Miles Park, SturgeonBay. Everyone welcome! $20, RSVP to Bro. Tom Pinney 920-493-3727.
19-21 Job's Daughters Jamboree at Green Lake Conference Center. Cost $115. For more informa-tion and registration forms, please email Mom Dorothy Cigale at [email protected] or call 414-481-1194.
20 7th Annual Camp Douglas Sportsmen's Shoot, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Cost: $20 skeet $20 sportingclays. 25-target Five-Stand and 25-target Skeet Tomah/Warrens Sportsmen’s Alliance. 50-targetSporting Clays Woods and Meadow Hunting Preserve. Contacts: Bro. Chuck Huffman at 608-315-0056, 608-378-3325 or email [email protected]. Bro. Leo Clark at 608-372-5110, 608-387-1412 oremail [email protected].
21 Warren Lodge No. 4, Third Annual Car Show, Holiday Gardens in Potosi. Gates open at 8 a.m.,judging starts at 12 p.m. Food and beverages available for purchase.
21 Olive Branch Annual Picnic, New Diggings at Noon. One of Wisconsin's oldest fraternal picnics.
SEPTEMBER 20169-10 Warren Lodge No. 4 Campout. Grant River Recreation Area. Contact District 8 Deputy GrandMaster David R. Ritchie at 608-482-3552 for reservations.
10 Sheboygan Lodge No. 11, Brother’s Breakfast, 9 a.m. $5 adults, children free. Friends and fam-ily are welcome. Menu changes monthly. RSVP's requested to Bro. John Gosse [email protected].
10 Chippewa Falls Lodge No.176, Tomlinson Memorial Golf Outing, 8 a.m., Lake Wissota GolfCourse.
10 Warren Lodge No. 4 Picnic, 5 p.m., Grant River Recreation Area, Potosi. Contact District 8Deputy Grand Master David R. Ritchie at 608-482-3552 for reservations.
10 Oregon Lodge No. 151 150th Anniversary.
10 Third Annual Rustic Rumble Motorcycle Ride, Three Pillars Senior Living Communities, Dous-man. 10 a.m. Continental Breakfast and check-in. Cost $12, RSVP by July 31, call 262-965-7322 oremail [email protected]. For more information see story on page 4.
15 Waucoma Lodge No. 90, Annual Fall Picnic, 6 p.m. Hamburgers, brats, soda, water, condiments,plates and utensils will be furnished. Bring as a dish to pass and a chair – arrive early for fellowship.
17 1st Annual Hiram’s Hustle Benefit Ride. Ride starts at Sauk Prairie Harley Davidson. Registrationbegins at 10 a.m., pre-ride meeting at 10:45 a.m., kickstands up at 11 a.m. The ride will include 5stops and nearly 100 miles of scenic riding through Sauk and Dane county. There will be great rafflesat each location, and will end with BBQ from world class barbequers Chicago Bad Boys BBQ at theopen house at Sauk Prairie Lodge No. 113, 580 Water St., Prairie du Sac.
17 Valley Lodge No. 60, Masonic Code Correspondence Course, 8 a.m. coffee and donuts, classstarts at 9 a.m. Open to all Master Masons. Lunch at noon, cost $6. Internet available, bring electronicdevice if you have one. No walk-ins, RSVP Bro. Jerry McDonald at [email protected] or608-344-1424.
26 14th Annual Camp Douglas Masons Hunter's Night Out, more details coming. Contact Bro.Chuck Huffman, Master, at 608-315-0056 for further information
30 World Famous McKinley Lodge Fish Fry, 5-7 p.m., McKinley Masonic Center, 4550 N. Pilgrim Rd.Brookfield.
OCTOBER 20168 Sheboygan Lodge No. 11, Brother’s Breakfast, 9 a.m. $5 adults, children free. Friends and familyare welcome. Menu changes monthly. RSVP's requested to Bro. John Gosse [email protected].
19 Olive Branch Lodge’s annual Chili Dump. The public is invited.
22 McKinley Lodge Spaghetti Dinner, 5 p.m. McKinley Masonic Center, 4550 N. Pilgrim Rd. Brook-field.
27 Chetek Lodge No. 277, Table Lodge 6 p.m.
NOVEMBER 201612 McKinley Lodge Ladies at the Table, 5:30 p.m., contact lodge officers for tickets.
12 La Crosse Veterans Dinner.
12 Sheboygan Lodge No. 11, Brother’s Breakfast, 9 a.m. $5 adults, children free. Friends and familyare welcome. Menu changes monthly. RSVP's requested to Bro. John Gosse [email protected]. Sheboygan.
DECEMBER 201612 Sheboygan Lodge No. 11, Brother’s Breakfast, 9 a.m. $5 adults, children free. 411 St. Clair Ave.,Sheboygan.
Children's Dyslexia Center Celebration ofAchievements Ceremony in Eau Claire
Twenty three students graduated from the Children's Dyslexia Center of Upper Wisconsinon May 15.
WEAU 13 NewsEau Claire
Eau Claire kids with a learningdisability graduated from a specialprogram recently.The Children's Dyslexia Center
of Upper Wisconsin hosted itsCelebration of Achievements Cer-emony in Eau Claire on May 15.When most people think of
graduation, they think of highschool or college. Recently 23kids got the chance to walk acrossthe stage because of their effortsin defeating the language-basedlearning disability dyslexia."Dyslexia affects both boys and
girls or men and women equally,”Tammy Tillotson, director of thecenter, said. “There really isn't onestronger gender and we know thatit affects as much as 20% of thepopulation.""All ages,” Tillotson said. “It is
hereditary. There's a 50% chancethat if a parent or a sibling of aparent has dyslexia that a childhas dyslexia as well."Nancy Stang, a tutor for the
center, is a former teacher andsays the progress the kids make isthe reason she does it."I'm so excited for these chil-
dren,” Stang said. “How they'vedeveloped their self-confidenceand can go into the real world,back into school and can tacklethings because they will alwayshave to tackle things in life.”Those who are affected and use
the Eau Claire location come fromas far as 2.5 hours away to givetheir kids an opportunity achievesuccess, instead of struggling inclasses like reading, writing, andspelling.“We can't even put it in words,”
Ann K., a mother of a child that
utilizes the center, said. “Theyhave the opportunity to change achild's life. You can't thank themenough. There's no words to ex-plain it. They have all these chil-dren's futures in their hands andthey are opening their worlds topossibilities that I couldn't do as aparent myself."Students go to the center in ad-
dition to their regular schoolclasses. Typically, they're enrolledfor 1-3 years attending two daysevery week for up to two hours.After five years of running the
center in Eau Claire, Tillotson saysthey're looking to start a partner-ship with schools in the area."Hopefully, those kids don't fall
through the gaps and we won'twait until they fail before they gethelp. We have a lot of ideas and alot of directions we'd like to go,"Tillotson said.
that might lead us to make deci-sions which are harmful to thethings that we hold dear. It is upin that lodge room that we cometo know that great band of Broth-ers . . . that we being to under-stand the wondrous stories thatcome from what we do when weget together and talk. It is herethat we travel upon that level oftime and we begin to understandthat all of our experiences out-weigh the petty differences thatdistract us. It is there that we listento the still small voices of theGrand Architect as he reveals ourtrestle board, the wondrous thingsthat our lives are intended to be-come. That is what we get out ofMasonry, that is what we do whenwe get together it has nothing todo with philanthropy.”Bro. Gorgen said, “My message
to you is charity begins within thelodge room and extends out fromthere and I guarantee you if wework at that, philanthropy willhappen.”
District 9 from page 16
Bro. Derek Henze speaks on financial planning for lodges.Photo by Rich Rygh
DDGM Gajdosik presented the“Symbolism of the Ruffians” fromthe Masonic Study Series whichresulted in a very interesting andthought provoking discussion.Junior Grand Deacon Gorgen
gave a short introduction on thenew posting and Wisconsin Pro-gram
Following the meeting theBrethren were treated to a finemeal prepared by Bro. Gajdosik.
AddressChanging?
Remember to notify your lodgeSecretary or the Grand LodgeOffice of your change of address.
emailCheryl Martin
Stated Communicationsfor the Mason Traveling in Wisconsin
AntigoAntigo Lodge No. 231
645 7th Ave. • 715-275-3228Meet 2nd Monday, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
AlbanyAlbany Lodge No. 36
205 N. Water St. • 608-778-0802Meet 3rd Wed., 7:00 p.m.
Dark July & August
AppletonWaverly Lodge No. 51
315 S. Bluemound Dr. • 920-738-9220Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
ArgyleArgyle Lodge No. 178
104 E. Milwaukee St. • 608-523-4714 Meet 2nd Thursday, 7:30 p.m.
Meets All Year
BaldwinCollins-Spring Valley Lodge 192790 Main St. • 715-928-0001 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7 p.m.
Dark June, July & August
BarabooBaraboo Lodge No. 34
108 Second Ave. • 608-434-7720Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m.
Dark July & August
BarneveldBarneveld Lodge No. 319
108 S. Jones St. • 608-445-0445 (Sec)Meet 2nd Tuesday, 7:30 p.m.
Meets All Year
BayfieldBayfield Washburn No. 21529 N. 2nd Street • 715-292-7179Meet 1st Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.
Meets All Year
Beaver DamDodge County Lodge No. 721212 DeClark St • 920-885-2628Meet 1st Thurs. 7 p.m. & 3rd Mon.
6 p.m. Meets All Year
BeloitMorning Star Lodge No. 10229 W. Grand Ave. • 608-362-0422Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m.
Meets All Year
Black EarthCrescent Valley Lodge No. 971020 Mills St. • 608-795-4484 (Sec)Meet 1st Thursday, 7:00 p.m.
Dark July & August
Black River FallsBlack River Lodge No. 74314 Main Street • 715-896-0329
Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & August
BloomerBloomer Lodge No. 281
1516 Larson St. • 715-828-7940Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7 p.m.
Dark January & February
BristolWashburn Lodge No. 145
8102 - 199th Ave.• 262-631-9616Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.
2nd Thurs. only Jan. & Feb.
BrodheadBicknell Lodge No. 94
301 1st Center Ave. • 608-897-8069Meets 2nd Monday, 7:30 p.m.
Dark July & August
BrookfieldMcKinley Lodge No. 307
4550 N. Pilgrim Rd. • 262-784-4176Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.
Dark July & August
BrookfieldBrookfield Lodge No. 370
4550 N Pilgrim Rd. • 414-940-5632Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
BurlingtonBurlington Lodge No. 28
325 N. Kane St. • 262-210-9510Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.
Dark July & August
CambridgeSocial Lodge No. 245
105 S. Spring St. • 608-423-7081 Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m.www.social245.org • Meets All Year
Camp DouglasCamp Douglas Lodge No. 272211 Main St. • 608-372-5110 or608-387-1412, Meet 1st & 3rd
Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. Meets All Year
CecilMason-Woods Lodge No. 368
N6446 Emery Ansorge Rd608-648-3692 (Sec) • 1st Tues., 10 a.m.
Meets All Year
ChetekChetek Lodge No. 277
216 Morrison St.Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7 p.m.
Dark June, July & August
Chippewa Falls Chippewa Falls Lodge No. 176650 Bridgewater Ave. • 715-723-6341 PO Box 171, Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays,
7:30 p.m. Dark July & August
ColumbusColumbus Lodge No. 75
318 N. Ludington St. • 920-623-3524(Sec) • 2nd Mon., 7 p.m., stated, 4thMon., fellowship, Meets All Year
CrandonCrandon Lodge No. 287
118 S. Lake Ave. • 715-616-2394 (Sec) Meet 2nd Tues. Apr.-June & Sept.-Dec. Meets 4th Tues. Mar.-May & July-Oct
CrivitzTri-County Daylite Lodge No. 218918 Louisa St. • 715-854-2199Meet 2nd Wednesday 10:00 a.m.
Meets All Year
DarlingtonEvening Star Lodge No. 64
433 Wells St. • 608-776-4213 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.
Meets All Year
DelavanSouthern Lakes Lodge No. 121007 S. 2nd St., 7 p.m. • 262-728-1630Meet 2nd & 4th Mon. Jan.-May & Aug.-Nov.; 4th Mon. June-July; 2nd Mon. Dec.
Dodgeville Dodgeville Lodge No. 119
200 W. Chapel St. • 608-553-0853 Meet 1st & 3rd Thurs., 6 p.m. lunch,7:30 p.m. Meeting, Meets All Year
DousmanDousman Lodge No. 315214 N. Main St. • 414-429-5981
Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.3rd Tuesday only July & August
DousmanGlenn L. Humphrey Lodge No. 364375 State Rd. 67 • 262-965-7360Meet 2nd Tuesday, 9:30 a.m.
Meets All Year
Eagle RiverEagle River Lodge No. 248610 E. Division • 715-891-3116Meet 2nd Tuesday, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
Eau ClaireEau Claire Lodge No. 112616 Graham Ave. • 715-299-3001
2nd & 4th Tues., 6 p.m. fellowship, 7p.m., Meeting. Dark July & Aug.
Eau ClaireGeorge B. Wheeler Lodge No. 351616 Graham Ave. • 715-559-2721Meet 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
Eau ClaireSanctuary Lodge No. 347
616 Graham Ave. • 715-318-1214Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.Dark Maundy Thurs., July & August
EdgertonFulton Lodge No. 69
312 W. Fulton St.• 608-884-4250Meets 1st Wednesday, 7p.m.
Dark July & August
EllsworthHancock Lodge No. 229
400 High Point Dr. • 715-273-4339Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.
Dark July & August
FlorenceHiram D. Fisher Lodge No. 2225143 N. Montgomery Lake Rd.. 906-282-2625, Meet 2nd Wed., 6:30 p.m. Meets All Year
Fond du Lac Fond du Lac Lodge No. 26
500 W. Arndt St. • 920-922-5800Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m.
Dark July and August
FranklinSouth Shore Lodge No. 3
9023 S. 27th St. • 414-761-6474 Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7:30 pm
Dark July & August
FredericLandmark Lodge No. 244
109 United Way • 414-559-3491Meet 2nd Tuesdays, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
Friendship Quincy Lodge No. 71
210 Main St. • 715-342-2089 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
GalesvilleDecora Lodge No. 177
231 S. Main St. • 608-539-5230Meets 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:30 p.m.Dark July & Aug. & 1st Mon. Sept. & June
Green BayDes Peres Lodge No. 85
525 N. Taylor • 920-865-7637Meet 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m.
Dark July & August
Green Bay N.E.W. Daylite Lodge No. 360 525 N. Taylor St. • 920-371-8441 Meet 2nd Thursday, 10 a.m.
Dark July & August
Green BayTheodore Roosevelt Lodge 322525 N. Taylor St. • 920-508-0606Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m.Dark July & Aug., www.roosevelt322.com
Green BayWashington Lodge No. 21
525 N. Taylor St.• 920-499-7265Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
HartfordHartford Lodge No. 120
147 N. Rural St. • 262-408-8564Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
HaywardKeystone Lodge No. 263
10629 Main St. • 715-634-8735 (Sec)Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
HustisfordNeosho-Mayville-Horicon No. 108128 E. Anthony St., Hustisford
414-975-0516 • 1st & 3rd Tues. 7:00Dark July & August
HudsonSt. Croix Lodge No. 56
209 Locust Street • 651-210-7697Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.
Dark July & August
Iron RiverAncient Landmark No. 210
7575 West Mill St. • 715-685-44261st Wed., 7 p.m., Meets All Year
Iron RiverBarnes Lodge No. 365
7575 West Mill St. • 715-372-5425 Meet 2nd Tues. 7:00 p.m. Dark January & February
JanesvilleJanesville-Western Star No. 552322 E. Milwaukee St. • 608-752-3098Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7:30 p.m.
Meets All Year
JeffersonJefferson County Lodge No. 9617 Masonic Blvd. • 920-674-6715Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:00 p.m.
Meets All Year
KenoshaKenosha Lodge No. 47
115 56th St. • 262-960-4588Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
Kenosha Sunrise Lodge No. 359
4320 Washington Rd. • 262-694-7817Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 9:30 a.m.
Dark July & August
KenoshaUnity Lodge No. 367
4320 Washington Rd. • 262-657-5575Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m.Dark 3rd Thurs., July & August
La CrosseLa Crosse Masonic Lodge No. 190118 8th Street So. • 608-782-1616Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
La CrosseFrontier-Badger Lodge No. 45118 S. 8th St. • 608-782-1616
Meet 2nd & 4th Thurs., Dinner, 6 pm,Meeting 7 p.m. Dark July & August
LadysmithMystic Tie Lodge No. 280
705 E. 3rd St. N. • 715-532-7696 (Sec)Meets 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
Lake GenevaGeneva Lodge No. 44
335 S. Lake Shore Dr. • 262-497-63222nd Tue., eat 6 p.m., meet 7 p.m. 4thTues. social 6 p.m. Dark July & Aug.
LindenLinden Lodge No. 206
618 Main St. • 608-623-2143 (Sec)Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 8 p.m.
Meets All Year
LodiLodi Valley Lodge No 99114 First St. • 608-477-7102
Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:00 p.m.Dark July & August
Lone RockFranklin Lodge No. 16
227 S. Oak St. • 608-583-4303 (Sec)Meet 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 8 p.m.
Meets All Year
MadisonCommonwealth Lodge No. 325301 Wis. Ave. • 608-271-5574 (Sec.)
3rd Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. Meets All Year
MadisonDoric Lodge No. 356
85 S. Stoughton Rd. • 608-241-4751(Sec), Meet 1st & 3rd Tues., 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
Madison Hiram Lodge No. 50
301 Wisconsin Ave. • 608-209-4312Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:30 p.mDark 1st Mondays, July thru Sept.
MadisonMadison Lodge No. 5
301 Wisconsin Ave. • 608-322-7028Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark 1st Thursday July & August
ManawaManawa Lodge No. 82
520 N. Bridge St. • 920-596-2476Meet 2nd & 4th Mon., Dinner 6 p.m.
Meeting 7 p.m., Meets All Year
ManitowocManitowoc Lodge No. 65
810 Chicago St. • 920-553-7144 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.
Meets All Year
MarinetteMarinette Lodge No. 182
1610 Main St. • 715-923-9397Meet 1st Thursday, 7:30 p.m.
Dark July & August
MarshfieldMarshfield Lodge No. 224
402 W. 4th St. • 715-384-8646Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
MedfordMedford Lodge No. 217
150 S. Seventh St. • 715-748-6909 Meet 2nd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark January & February
Menomonee FallsLincoln Lodge No. 183
N86 W16856 Appleton Ave.• 414-640-6569, Meet 2nd Tues., 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
MenomonieMenomonie Lodge No. 164
N5729 - 410th St. • 715-505-0733Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark 4th Tuesday in December
MercerHurley Lodge No. 237
5189 N. Harper • 715-904-0400Meet 2nd & 4th Thurs., 7:30 p.m.
Dark December thru March
MerrillVirginia Falls Lodge No. 226
916½ E. Main St. • 715-536-0020 (Sec.)Meet 2nd Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m.
Meets All Year
MerrillanMerrillan Lodge No. 279
105 S. Main Street • 715-333-5643 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7 p.m.Dark January, February & March
MiddletonFour Lakes Daylite Lodge No. 3627409 Franklin Ave. • 608-831-8947Meets 1st Mon. - 2nd Mon. if 1st is holiday
weekend., 10 a.m. Meets All Year
MiddletonMiddleton-Ionic Lodge No. 1807409 Franklin Ave. • www.middletonionic.org 1st & 3rd Tues., 7:30 p.m.608-444-0102, Dark July & August
MiltonMilton Lodge No. 161
508 Vernal Avenue • 608-931-4656Meets 4th Tuesday, 7:30 p.m.
Meets All Year
MilwaukeeDamascus Lodge No. 290
1235 E. Howard Ave. DL290.orgMeet 2nd Tues., 4 th Tues. Social, RSVP 6p.m. dinner - 7 p.m. meet. Meets All Year
MilwaukeeFreemasons Lodge No. 363
790 N. Van Buren St. • 414-659-52051st Wed., 5:30 p.m. Degrees 4th Wed.,
5:30 p.m. Meets All Year
MilwaukeeLake Lodge No. 189
1235 E. Howard Ave. • 414-744-4609Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7 p.m.
Dark on Holidays
MilwaukeeMilwaukee-Harmony No. 2614315 N. 92nd St. • 414-961-1133
1st & 3rd Tues. 7:30 p.m. Dark July & August
MilwaukeeNathan Hale Lodge No. 350
3000 W. Wis. Ave. • 262-522-9872Meet 1st & 3rd Thursday, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
Mineral Point Mineral Point Lodge No. 1304 High St.• 608-220-3408
3rd Mon., Jan.-March, July-Sept. & Dec.,1st & 3rd Mon., Apr.,-June, Oct.,-Dec.
MinocquaIsland City Lodge No. 330
7529 Hwy 51 South • 715-892-2392Meet 1st Wed., 10 a.m., 3rd Wed., 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
MondoviBuffalo River Lodge No. 252
245 S. Franklin • 715-797-3261 (Sec)Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7:00 p.m.
Dark July & August
MonroeSmith Lodge No. 31
1613-1/2 Tenth St. • 608-329-4641 Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.Dark 3rd Thurs. June & July & August
MosineeMosinee Lodge No. 318607 13th St. • 715-693-2007Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
MukwonagoLaflin-St. James Lodge No. 247206 S. Main St. • 262-642-8717Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m.
Dark July & August
NeenahAppleton Lodge No. 349
241 E. Wisconsin Ave. • 920-725-4896Meet 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
Neenah/MenashaTwin Cities Lodge No. 61
241 E. Wisconsin Ave. • 920-722-3611Meets 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7 p.m.
Dark June - Aug. Open after Labor Day
New DiggingsOlive Branch Lodge No. 6
26750 Cty. Rd. W • 608-965-3122 Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m.
Meets All Year
New GlarusNew Glarus Lodge No. 310
207 6th Avenue • 608-527-2583 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.
Dark June, July & August
New RichmondNew Richmond Lodge No. 195119 E. 2nd St. • 15-246-2144Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m.
Dark June, July & August
OconomowocOconomowoc-Hartland Lodge 42375 State Rd. 67, Dousman • 262-367-2390, Meet 1st & 3rd Wed., 7:30 p.m.
3rd Wed., July & August
Oconto Pine Lodge No. 188
513 Superior Ave. • 920-835-3366Meet 2nd Monday, 7 p.m. Dark December & January
Oconto Falls Oconto Falls Lodge No. 293
170 N. Washington St. • 920-373-5747Meet 1st Mon., Sept. 2nd Mon., 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
OmroOmro Lodge No. 168
160 E. Main Street • 920-685-2798Meet 2nd Monday, 7:00 p.m.
Meets All Year
OnalaskaOnalaska Lodge No. 214
330 Main Street • 608-386-8230 (Sec) Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.2nd Thursday only, July & August
OregonOregon Lodge No. 151
201 Park St. • 608-444-0074 (Sec)Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.
Dark July & August
OshkoshOshkosh Lodge No. 27
204 Washington Ave. • 920-385-1034Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
OwenOwen Lodge No. 317
713 W. Third St. • 715-937-0938 (Sec.)Meets 1st Monday at 7:30 p.m. & 3rdMon. at 11 a.m. • Dark July & August
PhillipsPhillips Lodge No. 225
137 N. Lake Ave.•715-762-4043, 7:30 p.m. 1st Mon., Dec- Feb..; 1st & 3rd Mon. Mar.-May, Oct. & Nov.; 3rd Mon., June-Sept.
Platteville Melody Lodge No. 2
783 Enterprise Drive • 608-732-8625Meet 1st Tuesday, 7:00 p.m.
Meets All Year
PlymouthCassia Lodge No. 167
441 Smith St. • 920-892-6336Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:00 p.m.
Dark July & August
PortageFort Winnebago Lodge No. 33
111 W. Conant Street • 608-334-6681Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays 7:30 p.m.
Dark January & February
Port WashingtonOzaukee Lodge No. 17
504 W. Grand Ave. • 262-284-6515Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:30 p.m.
1st Monday in September
PotosiWarren Lodge No. 4
112 S. Main St. • 608-763-2221 (Sec)Meets 1st Thursday, 7:30 p.m.
Meets All Year
Prairie du ChienPrairie du Chien Lodge No. 8
107 E. Blackhawk Avenue 608-326-4640 (Sec) • Meet 1st & 3rdWed., 7:30 p.m. • Meets All Year
PrescottNorthwestern Lodge No. 105
132 N. Court St. • 651-210-4408 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
RacineRacine-Belle City Lodge No. 181012 Main St. • 262-633-6658Meets 1st Tuesday, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
ReedsburgReedsburg Lodge No. 79
213 E. Main St. • 608-524-1390Meet 1st & 3rd Thurs., 7:30 p.m. www.reedsburglodge79.org
RhinelanderRhinelander Lodge No. 242
23 E. Davenport St. • 715-362-3080 Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.
Dark January & February
Rice LakeBlue Hills Lodge No. 234
225 W. South St. • 715-296-0485 Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7:00 p.m.
Meets All Year
Lodge Listings are continued on page 28
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Stated Communication(continued from page 27)
Richland CenterRichland Lodge No. 66
290 W. Union St. • 608-604-7797 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
RiponPrairie View Lodge No. 95
W14188 County Rd. KK. • 920-291-8800Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m.
Dark 4th Tues. Nov. & Dec.
River FallsRiver Falls Lodge No. 109
122 E. Walnut St. • 715-338-8281 (Sec.)Meet 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.
Dark July & August
SheboyganSheboygan Lodge No. 11
411 St. Clair Ave. • 952-250-3154 (Sec.)Meet 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.
Meets All Year
Shell LakeShell Lake /Spooner Lodge No. 22128 Doboy Drive • 715-296-3638 Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m.
Meets All Year
SpartaValley Lodge No. 60
603 N. Court St. • 608-269-2616Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesday, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
Star PrairieNorth Star Lodge No. 187207 Bridge St. • 715-246-6258
Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.Dark June, July & August
Stevens PointEvergreen Lodge No. 93
1756 Dixon St. • 715-344-7539,715-572-3981, Meet 1st & 3rd Tues.,
7 p.m., Meets All Year
StoughtonKegonsa Lodge No. 73
125 S. 5th St.,. • 608-279-4299,Meet 1st Tues., 7:30 p.m. Dark July & August
Sturgeon Bay Henry S. Baird Lodge No. 17431 S. 3rd Ave. • 920-493-3727
Meet 2nd & 4th Thurs., Supper 5:30 p.m.Lodge 6:30 p.m., Dark July & August
Sun PrairieSun Prairie Lodge No. 143152 N. Bird St. • 608-320-9582Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
Superior Acacia-Itasca Lodge No. 329
3117 N. 21 St .• 218-590-2754 (Sec.)Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
Superior Superior Lodge No. 236
1503 Belknap St .• 218-590-0537 Meet 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
TomahTomah Lodge No. 132
520 E. Saratoga Street • 608-372-5507Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
Union GroveUnion Grove Lodge No. 288
1021 – 11th Ave. • 262-878-1494 Meet 3rd Saturday, 8:30 a.m.
Meets All Year
WaukeshaWaukesha Lodge No. 37
317 South Street • 262-701-7037Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.
Dark July & August
WaupacaWaupaca Lodge No. 123
105½ N. Main Street • 715-258-6198 Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m.
Dark June, July & August
WaupunWaupun Lodge No. 48
16 S. Madison St. • 920-324-3141Meets 1st Tuesday, 7:30 p.m.
Dark July & August
Wausau Forest Lodge No. 130
130 First Street • 715-845-5198Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7 p.m.
Dark June, July & August
WautomaWautoma Lodge No. 148
203 S. Scott St. • 920-787-1614 (Sec.)Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7:00 p.m.Dark 4th Mon. Dec., All Jan. and Feb.
Wauwatosa Henry L. Palmer Lodge No. 301 4315 N. 92nd St. • 262-424-6993
4th Fri., Jan.– Oct.; 3rd Fri., Nov. & Dec., 7p.m., 6 p.m. fellowship – Dark July & August
Wauwatosa James M. Hayes Lodge No. 331 4315 N. 92nd St. • 414-454-9898
1st Monday, 6:30 p.m.Dark July & August
Wauwatosa Wisconsin Lodge No. 13
4315 N. 92nd St. • 414-463-8390 (Sec)Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.
Dark June & July
West AllisDay-lite Lodge No. 358
7515 W. National Ave. • 414-257-9450 Meet1st & 3rd MondaysDark July & August
West AllisWauwatosa Lodge No. 267
7515 W. National Ave. • 262-662-9934Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August
West BendWest Bend Lodge No. 138
301 N. University Dr. • 262-323-6532Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
West SalemSalem Lodge No. 125
101 W. Hamilton St. • 608-786-0930 (Sec)Meets 4th Wednesday, 7:00 p.m.
Dark July & August
Whitefish Bay Aurora Lodge No. 30
517 E. Beaumont Ave. • 414-422-0669 Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.
Dark July & August
Whitefish BayGeo. Washington 1776 Lodge No. 337517 E. Beaumont Ave. • 414-979-1776Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.
Dark July & August
WhitewaterSt. John’s Whitewater-Palmyra No. 57226 W. Main Street • 262-510-1049Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:30 p.m.
Dark July & August
Wilmot Wilmot Lodge No. 241
30702 113th St. • 262-812-6570Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.Dark 4th Tuesday July & August
WinneconneWinneconne Lodge No. 186
100 N. 1st Street • 920-379-4744 (Sec) Meet 2nd & 4th Tues., 7:30 p.m.
Dark July & August
Wisconsin DellsDells Lodge No. 124
815 Oak St. • 608-254-7012 Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.
Dark January & February
Wisconsin Rapids Wisconsin Rapids Lodge No. 1282321 2nd Ave. So. • 715-421-9669
Meet 1st & 3rd Wed., 6 p.m. meal, 7 p.m.meeting, Dark July & August
Silas H. Shepherd Lodge of Research No. 1843 Oconomowoc • 262-391-5716
2nd Saturday • March, June, Sept., Dec. Call for meeting location
Read TheWisconsin Masonic Journalonline at www.wisc-freemasonry.org
See more news, photos and upcoming events
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New Master MasonsNew Master Masons
Bro. Bill Svande is New Master MasonBro. Bill Sandve was raised a Master Mason Collins-Spring Valley Lodge No. 192, Baldwin, on May 4.Brothers from left: James Macfarlane; Ralph Thompson; Roger Keller, Master; Tim Jewell; Bill Sandve;Gail Gunderson; and Area Administrator Dale Brathol.
Submitted by Bro. Larry Wiegand
Bro. Joshua Grube raised in Janesville-Western Star LodgeJanesville-Western Star Lodge No. 55 raised Bro. Joshua Grube to the Sublime Degree of Master Masonon April 23. Front row (from left): Jerry Thompson, Past Grand Master Jack Allord, Past Grand MasterJohn W. Wilke, Joshua Grube, Master Jeff Lichtfuss, District 9 Lecturer Brian Duoss and District 9 DeputyGrand Master James R. Gajdosik. Back row: Dale Anderson, John Meek, Miles Bradley, Ron Rasmussen,Pat Garvin, Fan Prusansky and Duane Harvey.
Submitted by Bro. Larry Preston, Secretary
New Richmond Lodge No. 195 raised Bro. Larry Brown to the MasterMason Degree on May 24. An Emeritus Proficiency Medallion was alsopresented to Bro. Harlan Vehrs. Bro. Vehrs is a 65 year Mason andPast Master of the Lodge. Front row (from left): Wayne Meyer, Father-in-law to new MM; Larry Brown; and Harlan Vehrs. Back row: GrandMarshal H. Scott Paulson; Frederick Horne, Master; and Harold Chris-tensen, Secretary.
Photo by Bro. Larry Ganske
Bro. Vehrs Receives Medallionand Bro. Brown is New MM
7th Annual Sportsmen’s ShootAugust 20, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Contacts:Bro. Chuck Huffman
608-315-0056 or [email protected]
Bro. Leo Clark608-372-5110
Cost: $20.00 skeet$20.00 sporting clays
25-target Five-Stand and 25-target SkeetTomah/Warrens Sportsmen’s Alliance
50-target Sporting Clays Woods and Meadow Hunting PreserveLunch and drawing for door
prizes is included in the shooting price!
All proceeds go to Camp Douglas Lodge No. 272 to be used for scholarships and supplies for local schools.
Skeet will start at 8 a.m. and runthrough noon. Sporting clays can beshot anytime after skeet until 4 p.m.Door prizes will be drawn after sport-ing clays is complete.
Advertise your Fundraiser in theWisconsin Masonic Journal
The Number 1 Source for Reaching the Masons of Wisconsin
Contact Diane Igl262-965-3979
Email: [email protected]
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Dousman Lodge Charity Trap Shoot and Family DayBy Bro Terry BrownBrothers, families and friends had a great time atthe Charity Trap Shoot and Family Day hostedby Dousman Lodge No. 315 on May 21 at theFin and Feather Sportsman’s Club in Palmyra.The weather was great, the shooting was funand the fellowship was fantastic, all while raisingfunds for the Lodge’s charitable endeavors.
Members and guests at the shooting line.
The bucket raffle manned by Bro. John Quaden.Shotgun raffle table manned by Bros. Frank McKenna and John Kinjerski.
The big winner of our shotgun raffle Bob Danielson ofJanesville.Manning the shooting table is Bro. Greg Dams with a helper from the
club as he signs up Bro. Adam Herrera for one of the merchandiseshoots.
Photos by Bro. Terry Brown
WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - JUNE 2016 - PAGE 22
Social Media Code of Conduct for Wisconsin Freemasons
Grand LodgeFree and Accepted
Masons of Wisconsin“To preserve the reputation of the Fraternity unsullied must be your constant care.”
When we represent ourselves as members of the fraternity, we become someone’s impression of Freema-sonry. As such, it is important that we act accordingly and subscribe to the lessons we are all taught as
Masons in terms of how we communicate and interact with Masons and non-Masons.
• Freemasons must conduct Social Media activities in a way that reflects membership in the Craft, acting in away that presents a positive image of the fraternity; avoiding private piques and quarrels; being cautious inbehavior; courteous to our brethren and to promote the general good and to preserve the reputation of thefraternity.
• Freemasons must be aware that postings are a permanent record; and therefore an individual's conduct mayinfluence the world with a positive or negative image about the individual and also about Freemasonry. Postings and actions on the various Social Media outlets should reflect the highest standards of morality andintegrity.
• Postings should not bring discredit to Freemasonry nor should they fit within the definition of UnmasonicConduct as defined by our Masonic fraternity. Conduct contrary to the accepted and customary rule of right and duty between Freemasons or to society in general, is improper.
• ere should never be discussion related to the business of a Lodge and what is discussed within our tileddoors.
• ere should never be discussion related to petitions, applications, background checks, investigation of anapplicant, or regarding balloting on an applicant.
• Posts must comply with Grand Lodge rules, regulations, and edicts.
• Participation in discussions with those who most often are looking for discussions outside of what is Mason-ically acceptable should be avoided.
• No official communication with other Grand Lodges or their subordinate or concordant Lodges may takeplace online. Contact must be conducted through the Office of the Grand Secretary.
• e Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons in Wisconsin is the absolute Masonic authority in Wiscon-sin. Only the Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons in Wisconsin can make authoritative statements on behalf of Wisconsin Masons.
• To ensure our fraternity represents itself to the high standards we must regulate our actions by individual re-straint and through Brother-to-Brother intervention. As a Freemason, quietly advise a Brother if you feel that what he has posted is improper within the framework of our Grand Constitutions, laws, rules, regula-tions, edicts and the general regulations of Freemasonry.
Make a donation to the
Masonic Medical Research Laboratorythrough the
Wisconsin Masonic Foundation Medical Fund. Contact Erika Miller
262-965-2200, ext. 831.
Chetek Lodge Holds Meeting at Home of Bro. Alton Hodges
Brethren enjoy fellowship after a special meeting of Chetek Lodge No. 277 held at the home of Bro. AltonHodges. Bro. Hodges, a Past Master of the Lodge, is under hospice care and unable to attend lodge. Seepage 6.Photos by Bro. Milt Helmer
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Traveling GavelDistrict 1
Keystone Lodge No. 236 District 2
Hancock Lodge No. 229District 3
Virginia Falls Lodge No. 226District 4
Theodore Roosevelt No. 322District 5
LaBelle Lodge No. 84District 6
Oshkosh Lodge No. 27
District 7 Social Lodge No. 245
District 8Prairie du Chien Lodge No. 8
District 9Albany Lodge No. 36
District 10Hartford Lodge No.120
District 11Washburn Lodge No. 145
District 12Wauwatosa Lodge No. 267
Please check with the Master of the lodge listed before scheduling a trip toclaim the Traveling Gavel. It may already have been claimed by or deliveredto another lodge.
Minnesota Masonic Heritage Center Dedication
Col. James B. Ladd Heritage Center Museum.
The Grand Lodge of Minnesotaon June 24 will dedicate its newMinnesota Masonic Heritage Cen-ter on Bloomington campus of theMinnesota Masonic Home.
The new facility is 47,000square-feet in size, featuring a425-seat auditorium,conference and dining facilities, aLodge Room, and an expanded,state-of-the-art Col. James B.Ladd Museum. During the jurisdic-tion's Annual Session in April,guests wearing hardhats touredthe facility and were amazed at the
beauty and Masonic significancethe ongoing construction is pro-viding.The Heritage Center indeed will
be among the crown jewels of Ma-sonic architecture in the UnitedStates.Bro. Eric J. Neetenbeek, PGM,
President and CEO of MinnesotaMasonic Charities, which is spear-heading the project, said he hasbeen asked why the dedication willbe held on June 24, which is a Fri-day evening. His reply is that be-cause it is St. John the BaptistDay, an important day of celebra-tion in the history of Freema-
sonry.He noted that the dedication
would occur on the 299th an-niversary of the creation of theGrand Lodge of England in 1717.Bro. Neetenbeek explained thatthe day of the week was less im-portant than the date, and that theGrand Lodge of England was ac-tually started on a Thursday in1717.The Masonic Heritage Center is
located at 11411 Masonic HomeDrive, Bloomington Minnesota.
May 2016 Emessay NotesThe Masonic Service Association
of North America
We have an email address dedicated to collecting events togo into the Grand Lodge Calendar. Any lodge or appendantbody can send their calendar information to [email protected] and it will get added onto the system. The webpage will display the next 30 events that are listed,
however, if you go to the mobile site on your phone or tabletyou will be able to scroll through all events that are listed.To list events in the Wisconsin Masonic Journal Calendar
continue to email them to [email protected].
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