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Published electronically by The Grand Lodge of Free & Accepted Masons of the State of New York Volume 3 Issue 6
Message from
the Grand East
To all of our Brethren, Family and Friends,
In this Issue
Message from the Grand East We have so much for which to be Thankful as we celebrate this special
Table of Contents Thanksgiving Day 2008.
From the Editor
Navigating NETNEWS For Babe and me, we have been on such an exciting journey this year …
Robert R. Livingston Library thanks in great measure to you for entrusting in me the leadership of this great
Altar Looking for Home Grand Jurisdiction. As we contemplated this message in advance of one of
Evacuation Day 2008
our most meaningful family holidays, I could not help but think again about
Story of GI Joe
2009 Sojourners in Florida Thanksgiving’s relevance to our basic theme for this year … “Getting back to
250th Anniversary of Johnstown basics” and how important it is for each of us to involve ourselves with family
Grand Lodge Calendar at every opportunity afforded to us.
Masonic Hall Tours
Gland Lodge Committee Chairmen Like the pilgrims in the Plymouth Colony so many years ago … those daring
Brotherhood Fund adventurers in a strange new land who came together to offer thanks for their
Public Relations survival in a bleak and despairing time, we as Masons should look forward to
MSAT
Child ID
this Thanksgiving Day and the coming Holiday Season, as bleak as it may
MUNY seem in
Fellowship Committee light of the current financial upheaval.
Tappan
Salt Water Fishing We as Masons have always been taught to improve ourselves; to work and
Fresh Water Fishing make plans for improving our personal lives and fortunes and our economic
Golfing well being. We must always believe and have hope and be ready to offer
Masonic Care Community
Youth
prayer that our dreams and aspirations will be fulfilled. As bleak as the
Order of DeMolay economy may seem, we
Scottish Rite do have much to be thankful for, not the least of which is our freedom to give
Masonic Medical Research Laboratory thanks in our own way for all of God’s so many blessings.
MMRL
Masonry in Stamps As we travel throughout this great Empire State, we are fortunate in having
From Whose Bourne… been met with so many Masons and their families, which we consider our dear
Sickness & Distress friends; and we thank each of you for the chance to share your hopes, dreams
Glad Tidings
Around The State and aspirations. We hear you speak with optimism, and so we are optimistic.
In The NEWS We hear you speak with enthusiasm. And so, we are enthusiastic. As such, we
Lodge Services - Grand Lodge Forms look forward to this Thanksgiving Day and to the coming Holiday Season. We
hope that all of your prayers will be fulfilled and we give thanks for God’s many
blessings.
On behalf of our family, and Ginnie and RWVincent Libone, your Deputy
Grand Master, and your Elected and Appointed Grand Line, we hope that you
and those you hold dear enjoy Thanksgiving, and may the days and weeks
ahead give you bountiful opportunities to give thanks for all that you enjoy.
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Grand Master’s Messages
May God continue to bless you and your family and our beloved Fraternity. May He watch over our men and
women in military service, and may God continue to Bless America!
Sincerely & fraternally,
Edward G. Gilbert
Grand Master
of Masons in the State of New York
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
A Veteran's Day Message from our Grand Master

My Dear Brothers:
It has been said, and it is so true, that a VETERAN is someone who, at one point in his life, wrote a blank check made
payable to 'The United States of America' for an amount of 'up to and including my life'.
That is Honor!
That is Courage!
That is Patriotism!
That is Personal Sacrifice!
Unfortunately, there are too many people in this country who no longer understand this. There are far too many folks
who simply do not get it!
I am proud to say that Masons understand this. Masons get it! And Masons will never forget it!
This year, Veteran's Day will be celebrated on Tuesday, November 11th.
As your Grand Master, I am asking you to pause in whatever you are doing, wherever you are on this Veteran's Day.
And when the hands of the clock reach the Eleventh Hour of the Eleventh Day of this Eleventh Month: Stop for just a
moment and join with me in a silent prayer.
Say a silent prayer for our men and women in the Armed Forces and for their safe return to family, friends and loved-
ones.
And say a prayer for each of those who served our Nation as members of the military at whatever time in their lives.
Without their sacrifices we would not enjoy what we have in America today.
As Masons we will never forget them.
God Bless our men and women in the Military and God Bless our Veterans!
God Bless you and God Bless these United States of America!
Fraternally yours,
Edward G. Gilbert
Grand Master
of Masons in the State of New York

Table of Contents
Message from the Grand East 1 Fellowship Committee 22
Table of Contents 3 Tappan 23
From the Editor 4
Navigating NETNEWS 5
Robert R. Livingstone Library 6
Salt Water Fishing 24

Fresh Water Fishing 25
Golf 26
Masonic Care Community 27
Altar Looking for a Home 7
Youth 28
Evacuation Day 9
Order of DeMolay 31
Story of GI Joe 10
Scottish Rite 32
Masonic Medical Research
Laboratory (MMRL) 33
Masonry In Stamps 35
2009 Sojourners 13
250th Anniversary of Johnstown 15
Grand Lodge Calendar 17
Masonic Hall Tours 17
Grand Lodge Committee Chairmen 18
From Whose Bourne 35
Brotherhood Fund 19
Sickness & Distress 36
Public Relations 19
Glad Tidings 37
Masonic Student Assistance
Around The State 37
Training (MSAT) 20
Child ID 21 In The NEWS 50

Lodge Services – Grand Lodge Forms 51
MUNY 21
IDC 21

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Bro. Thomas Savini
Robert R. Livingston Library tmsavini@nymasoniclibrary.org
Livingston Masonic Library Tours New York

With Knights Templar Documents from Vatican Secret Archives
The Livingston Masonic Library took its most recent acquisition “on tour” in October. Director Tom Savini and
Trustee Bill Thomas made a seven-day sojourn through all our Masonic regions with the Processus Contra
Templarios - The
Proceedings Against The
Templars.
The documents
reproduced in the
Processus focus on
testimony from the 1308
suppression of the band of
warrior monks.
The tour included an

exhibition of the
documents, along with
lectures, slide shows and
discussions. Local
Commanderies greeted
Savini and Thomas, and
provided a rich colorful
background, attired in
contemporary and
historical uniforms. One
group included knights
dressed in 13th century
Templar armor, including
chain mail and broad swords.
Presentations were made in

Wappingers Falls, Troy, Cooperstown,
Syracuse, Great Valley and Buffalo. About
475 people attended, including local
historical societies, DeMolay chapters, new
and veteran Brothers. At least three new
petitions were presented to lodges during the
events. The petitioners each cited history
and education as part of their reasons for
knocking on the Inner Doors.
Grand Master Edward G. Gilbert was

present for the Buffalo presentation at
the Buffalo and Erie County Historical
Society. He praised the Library as one of the
Jewels of our Grand Lodge.
Local Freemason David Shire, left, and Edward Tomes dressed in full
13th century regalia Friday for the exhibition of replica documents
about the trials of the Knights Templar at the Buffalo & Erie County
Historical Society. –photo from Buffalo News Oct 26, 2008

Bro. Thomas Savini
The Library acquired the beautiful document from the Vatican Secret Archives earlier this year through the
Edward Scheider Book Fund. It is an unprecedented publication containing a collection of facsimile manuscripts
relating to the trials of the Knights Templar.
Library Director Savini said the Livingston Library makes no claim that Freemasonry is descended from the
Templars. “Our Library has a duty to provide our patrons with resources that fulfill their interests and research
needs, and that expand the general public's understanding of all areas relating to Freemasonry, including the
numerous theories and legends relating to its origins. The Processus is an important work that helps us to serve
our patrons.”
The Library and its Trustees extend their most sincere appreciation to the hosts during the week. Special
thanks to:
Wappingers Falls / Dutchess District : RW Steve Koch and RW Jim Leske
Troy / Renssalaer-Schenectady District: RW Al Valente
Cooperstown: RW Thomas Pullyblank and RW Richard Vang
Syracuse: RW Manfred Liehs and RW Rick Powell
Great Valley: W Frank Milks
Buffalo: Brother Marlon Gayadeen and RW Dennis Januchowski
The Library looks forward to future outreach programs. Please contact the Director or one of the Trustees for
more details.
Sincerely and fraternally,

Tom
Thomas M. Savini, Director

Chancellor Robert R Livingston Masonic Library of Grand Lodge
71 West 23rd Street, 14th floor
New York, NY 10010
RW Brother William "Bill" Thomas, Trustee of the Livingston Masonic Library and RW Brother Tom Savini,
Director of the Library, appear in a very positive article about the Knight Templars featured on the front page
of the City Section of the Sunday, Buffalo News. For a copy of the article written by News Staff Reporter Jay
Tokasz, go to: http://www.buffalonews.com/cityregion/story/474499.html
Click here: Replica documents of Knights Templar offer glimpse of the past : City & Region : The Buffalo
News
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Altar needs a Home
When Oxford Lodge No. 175 consolidated with

Norwich Lodge No. 302 in May of 2005 several
items were placed in storage. We are currently
looking for a new home for the Altar from Norwich
Lodge No. 302. The attached photo shows that it is
very good condition. Any Lodge looking for a
replacement for their current Altar should contact
Master Lou DeMott at lfdemott@yahoo.com or call
him 607-334-4246.

Bro. Thomas Savini

Evacuation Day 2008

Story of “G.I.Joe”
DOWN TO ONE MARINE
On Nov. 15, 2003, an 85-year-old retired Marine Corps colonel died of congestive heart failure at his home in
La Quinta, Calif., southeast of Palm Springs.
He was a combat veteran of World War II. Reason enough

to honor him. But this Marine was a little different.
This Marine was Mitchell Paige.
It's hard today to envision -- or, for the dwindling few, to

remember -- what the world looked like on Oct. 26, 1942.
The U.S. Navy was not the most powerful fighting force
in the Pacific. Not by a long shot. So the Navy basically dumped a few thousand
lonely American Marines on the beach at Guadalcanal and high-tailed it out of
there.
Nimitz, Fletcher and Halsey had to ration what few ships they had. I've written
separately about the way Bull Halsey rolled the dice on the night of Nov. 13,
1942, violating the stern War College edict against committing capital ships in
restricted waters and instead dispatching into the Slot his last two remaining
fast battleships, the South Dakota and the Washington, escorted by the only four destroyers with enough fuel in
their bunkers to get them there and back.
Those American destroyer captains need not have worried about carrying enough fuel to get home. By 11 p.m.,
outnumbered better than three- to-one by a massive Japanese task force driving down from the northwest,
every one of those four American destroyers had been shot up, sunk, or set aflame. And while the South Dakota
– known throughout the fleet as a jinx ship -- had damaged some lesser Japanese vessels, she continued to be
plagued with electrical and fire control problems.
' Washington was now the only intact ship left in the
force,' writes naval historian David Lippman. 'In fact,
at that moment Washington was the entire U.S.
Pacific Fleet. She was the only barrier between
(Admiral) Kondo's ships and Guadalcanal. If this one
ship did not stop 14 Japanese ships right then and
there, America might lose the Pacific war. ...'
On Washington 's bridge, Lieutenant Ray Hunter had

the conn. He had just seen the destroyers Walke and USS South Dakota - USN photo courtesy of Pieter Bakels
Preston 'blown sky high.' Dead ahead lay their burning
wreckage. Hundreds of men were swimming in the water and the Japanese ships racing in.
'Hunter had to do something. The course he took now could decide the war,' Lippman writes. ''Come left,' he
said. ... Washington 's rudder change put the burning destroyers between her and the enemy, preventing her
from being silhouetted by their fires.
'The move made the Japanese momentarily cease-fire. Lacking radar, they could not spot Washington behind
the fires. ...' Washington raced through burning seas. Dozens of destroyer men were in the water clinging to
floating wreckage. 'Get after them, Washington!' one shouted
Sacrificing their ships by maneuvering into the path of torpedoes intended for the Washington, the captains of
the American destroyers had given China Lee one final chance.
Blinded by the smoke and flames, the Japanese battleship Kirishima turned on her searchlights, illuminating
the helpless South Dakota, and opened fire. Finally, as her own muzzle blasts illuminated her in the darkness,

Admiral Lee and Captain Glenn Davis could positively identify an enemy target.
The Washington's main batteries opened fire at 12 midnight

precisely. Her radar fire control system functioned perfectly.
During the first seven minutes of Nov. 14, 1942, the 'last ship
in the U.S. Pacific Fleet' fired 75 of her 16-inch shells at the
battleship Kirishima. Aboard Kirishima, it rained steel. At
3:25 a.m., her burning hulk officially became the first enemy
sunk by an American battleship since the Spanish-American
War. Stunned, the Japanese withdrew. Within days,
Japanese commander Isoroku Yamamoto recommended the
unthinkable to the emperor -- withdrawal from Guadalcanal.
But that was still weeks in the future. We were still with
Mitchell Paige back on the god-forsaken malarial jungle
island of Guadalcanal, placed like a speed bump at the end of
USS Washington firing on the Japanese battleship
the long blue-water slot between New Guinea and the Kirishima. USN photo courtesy of Pieter Bakels
Bismarck Archipelago ... the very route the Japanese Navy
would have to take to reach Australia.
On Guadalcanal the Marines struggled to complete an airfield. Yamamoto knew what that meant. No effort
would be spared to dislodge these upstart Yanks from a position that could endanger his ships. Before long,
relentless Japanese counterattacks had driven supporting U.S. Navy from inshore waters. The Marines were on
their own.
As Platoon Sgt. Mitchell Paige and his 33 riflemen set about carefully
emplacing their four water-cooled .30-caliber Brownings, manning their
section of the thin khaki line which was expected to defend Henderson
Field against the assault of the night of Oct. 25, 1942, it's unlikely
anyone thought they were about to provide the definitive answer to that
most desperate of questions: How many able-bodied U.S. Marines does it
take to hold a hill against 2,000 desperate and motivated attackers?
Nor did the commanders of the mighty Japanese Army, who had swept
all before them for decades, expect their advance to be halted on some
God- forsaken jungle ridge manned by one thin line of Yanks in khaki in
October of 1942
But by the time the night was over, 'The 29th (Japanese) Infantry
Regiment has lost 553 killed or missing and 479 wounded among its
2,554 men,' historian Lippman reports. 'The 16th (Japanese) Regiment's
losses are uncounted, but the 164th's burial parties handled 975
Japanese bodies. ... The American estimate of 2,200 Japanese dead is
probably too low.'
You've already figured out where the Japanese focused their attack, haven't you? Among the 90 American dead
and seriously wounded that night were all the men in Mitchell Paige's platoon. Every one. As the night of
endless attacks wore on, Paige moved up and down his line, pulling his dead and wounded comrades back into
their foxholes and firing a few bursts from each of the four Brownings in turn, convincing the Japanese forces
down the hill that the positions were still manned.
The citation for Paige's Congressional Medal of Honor picks up the tale: 'When the enemy broke through the
line directly in front of his position, P/Sgt. Paige, commanding a machinegun section with fearless
determination, continued to direct the fire of his gunners until all his men were either killed or wounded. Alone,
against the deadly hail of Japanese shells, he fought with his gun and when it was destroyed, took over
another, moving from gun to gun, never ceasing his withering fire.'

In the end, Sgt. Paige picked up the last of the 40-pound, belt-fed Brownings -- the same design which John
Moses Browning famously fired for a continuous 25 minutes until it ran out of ammunition, glowing cherry red,
at its first U.S. Army trial -- and did something for which the weapon was never designed. Sgt. Paige walked
down the hill toward the place where he could hear the last Japanese survivors rallying to move around his
flank, the belt-fed gun cradled under his arm, firing as he went.
And the weapon did not fail.
Coming up at dawn, battalion executive officer Major Odell M. Conoley was first to discover the answer to our
question: How many able-bodied Marines does it take to hold a hill against two regiments of motivated, combat-
hardened infantrymen who have never known defeat?
On a hill where the bodies were piled like cordwood, Mitchell

Paige alone sat upright behind his 30-caliber Browning,
waiting to see what the dawn would bring.
One hill: one Marine.
But 'In the early morning light, the enemy could be seen a few
yards off, and vapor from the barrels of their machine guns
was clearly visible,' reports historian Lippman.' It was decided
to try to rush the position.'
For the task, Major Conoley gathered together 'three enlisted

communication personnel, several riflemen, a few company
runners who were at the point, together with a cook and a few messmen who had brought food to the position
the evening before.'
Joined by Paige, this ad hoc force of 17 Marines counterattacked at 5:40 a.m., discovering that 'the extremely
short range allowed the optimum use of grenades.' They cleared the ridge.
And that's where the unstoppable wave of Japanese conquest finally crested, broke, and began to recede. On an
unnamed jungle ridge on an insignificant island no one had ever heard of, called Guadalcanal.
But who remembers, today, how close-run a thing it was -- the ridge held by a single Marine, in the autumn of
1942?
When the Hasbro Toy Co. called some years back, asking permission to put the retired colonel's face on some
kid's doll, Mitchell Paige thought they must be joking.
But they weren't. That's his mug, on the little Marine they call 'G.I. Joe.'

2009 Florida Sojourner’s Luncheon

2009 Florida Sojourner’s Luncheon

Johnstown 250th Anniversary
The event was the City of Johnstown's 250th Anniversary parade September 13, 3008. The 8th Baronet (direct
decendant of Sir William Johnson, founder of City of Johnstown and St. Patrick's Lodge F & A M) Sir Guy Johnson
and his wife Lady Marie-Louise Johnson came from ENGLAND, just for the parade / days events.
The young lady in the pic is Kristin Yerkie, Grand Worthy Advisor, Order of Rainbow Girls, who also participated in
the City's parade.
St. Patrick's Lodge # 4 F & A M led the Masons who comprised the whole 2nd Division of the parade ( I was the
Division Marshal for the 2nd Division );
On the steps of Johnson Hall at City of
Johnstown 250th Anniv. celebration - with
Sir Guy Johnson ( 8th Baronet) and his wife
Lady Marie-Louise;
In the 1766 Original St.

Patrick's Lodge ROOM at
Johnson Hall (recently
replicated);
Lady Marie-Louise is
holding the ORIGINAL
Charter of St. Patrick's
Lodge dated May 23,
1766;

Johnstown 250th Anniversary
In the Original Lodge Room

W Wayne D. Schermerhorn,
RW Wm. J. Dorn, DDGM and
RW Robert L. Shell, presenting a 250th
Anniversary Commemorative Medallion to Sir
Guy & Lady Marie-Louise;
2nd Division of City of Johnstown

250th Anniv. Parade - Division
comprised of Masons;
"REPLICA" of St. Patrick's 1766 Officers jewels and the ORIGINAL 1766 Charter of St. Patrick's Lodge

Grand Lodge Calendar
Saturday November 15 DeMolay Hall of Fame Bear Mountain
Saturday November 22 Masonic Toys for Tots @ Russo’s on the Bay Russo’s
Thursday November 27 Thanksgiving
Thursday December 4 Masonic Toys for Tots @ New York Hospital – 70th & York Ave NYC
Saturday December 6 Masonic Toys for Tots @ Masonic Hall NYC
Sunday December 7 Interfaith Breakfast (AM) Floral Park
Sunday December 7 Metro DD Association Party NYC
Sunday December 14 Red Cross of Contantine Buffalo
Sunday December 21 Hanukkah (Begins at Sundown)
Thursday December 25 Christmas
Thursday January 1 Happy New Year

Sunday January 11 LOH Grippo NYC
Thurs. Jan 15-Wed Jan 28 Grand Master Visit Florida
Saturday January 31 AASR Deputy Reception Albany
Friday Feb 13-Wed Feb 18 GM Conference California
Thurs. Mar 5-Sat Mar 7 RAM Grand Chapter Albany

Sunday March 8 Masonic Breakfast Leonards
Bro. John Andrades Jr.

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

Committee Chairmen
COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN TELEPHONE NO. EMAIL ADDRESS
Advisory Griffith Jones III (716) 833-8612 griffj3@verizon.net
Awards * Carter Dorzbacher (914) 769-4374 cld714@optonline.net
Brotherhood Fund * Robert D. Stack (516) 569-1951 nyfreemason@yahoo.com
Camp Turk David F. Stoy (607) 988-2545 dstoy@stny.rr.com
Charters * John E. de Meurers Sr (315) 783-9832 johndem@ridgeviewtel.us
Child Identification Donald H. Elliott (607)692-3134 NYCHIP1@nychip.org
Child Identification F.A.S.N.Y. C.H.I.P Joseph M. Keeler (718)833-0900 keeler533@msn.com
Community Service Kenneth E. Wagner (718)359-0279
Constitutions * John Leventhal (212) 600-1420 jmlad360@aol.com
Correspondence & Relations Gary Henningsen (609)409-1204 garyhenningsen2@aol.com
Credentials of Members & Returns of Lodges Edmund Kolb Jr. (201)385-2315
Custodians of the Work * Richard Friedman (585) 425-1981 richddgm@frontiernet.net
Distinguished Achievement Award Gary Henningsen (609)409-1204 garyhenningsen2@aol.com
Endowments * Ivan S. Obolensky (212) 861-4240
Finance * Alan J. Berk (212) 861-3012 alan-lrco@nyc.rr.com
Fraternal Correspondence Gary Henningsen (609)409-1204 garyhenningsen2@aol.com
George Washington National Memorial Ronald Sablosky (212)246-3345 RASMAO@aol.com
George Washington Tappan C.F.' Bill' Maurer (201) 391-1631 bill@maurer.org
Grand Historian James H. Rice (585)554-6032 jameshrice@frontiernet.net
Grand Lodge Convention Kurt Ott (845) 735-4557 schiller.304@verizon.net
GL Educational Asst. Program H. Stephen Lieb (914) 723-4476 slieb@aol.com
Law Enforcement * Martin A. Danoff (212) 682-4500 legaleagle70@att.net
Leadership & Education Services * Marino Cesarini (516) 741-6989 marinoDD96@verizon.net
Library & Museums Edward G. Gilbert (716)822-2051 rwegilbert@roadrunner.com
Lodges and Buildings * Fred C. Fredrickson (518) 512-3105 Ffredrickson@hesc.com
Long-Range Planning * M. Donald Darrohn III (585)225-1782 mddiii@frontiernet.net
Masonic Benevolence Committee * Wesley Powell (631) 691-7367 salwes@optonline.net
Masonic Blood Donor Program Sheldon D. Stachel (718) 998-8569 maxstach@aol.com
Masonic Brotherhood Foundation Gary Henningsen (609)409-1204 garyhenningsen2@aol.com
Masonic Family Fellowship Roy Puckhaber (631) 754-8467 rpuckhab@optonline.net
Masonic Hall Tours John Andrades Jr. (212)686-3996 acoljon@aol.com
Masonic Home Activity Leonard E. Coon
Masonic Jurisprudence * Bruce Widger (315) 673-9142 drbwwidger@alltel.net
Masonic Student Assistance Training (MSAT) Tim McMullin (607)748-6284 tmmcmullin@yahoo.com
Masonic University of NY (MUNY) Stephen King (518)489-1341 sking1@nycap.rr.com
Membership Development Bruce Chilton (585) 478-4631 boxman@rochester.rr.com
(585) 482-0400 &
Military OutReach David Crawford & Thomas M. Paglia (585)227-2046
Necrology * Herbert M. Groce, Jr. (973) 361-8816 archgroce@msn.com
NETNEWS Steven P. Koch (845) 298-2502 Stevenpkoch@aol.com
Pay of Members & Representatives Tommy Lam (718)259-5511 tlox710@yahoo.com
Proctor Steven Rubin (212) 643-5402 stevenadamrubin@msn.com
Public Relations Ronald J. Steiner (845)354-4192 nysmason@aol.com
Publications Committee * Ronald N. Bower (716) 434-4946 ronnbower@aol.com
Related Organizations Vincent Libone (718) 229-2841 enobilpartition@aol.com
Restorations * Manuel Abad (631) 331-3256 mabad@suffolk.lib.ny.us
Surviving Spouse & Loved Ones William C. Jones (315)986-9150 wjones@rochester.rr.com
Technology Stu Card (315) 845-6249 cards@ntcnet.com
Unity * Daniel M. Semel (212) 628-5613 dansem@aol.com
Youth Cary S. Cohn (516) 781-1157 ccohn1127@aol.com
* Standing Committee

Brotherhood Fund Bro. Robert D. Stack
nyfreemason@yahoo.com
Dear Brethren,
As I am sure most of you know by now, we are again offering special gifts of
appreciation for donations of $100 and $500. For $100 or more you will receive a one
of a kind, beautifully framed, hand stitched commemorative tapestry of the Grand
Lodge Seal of NY with Square and Compasses.
For $500. or more to the Masonic Benevolence Endowment Fund you will receive a
New York Masonic Pocket Watch, Chain, and Knife. Your initials will be engraved
on the back of the pocket watch.
Fraternally,
Robert D. Stack, PGT

State Chairman
Bro. Ronald J. Steiner

Public Relations NYSMASON@aol.com
Our Public Relations Seminars have proven to be very interesting as well as generally well attended.. Last month
during our PR Seminar in Buffalo one of the Brothers present told us he had made a "cold turkey" telephone call to the
managing editor of the Buffalo News
to alert her to the presence of the Livingston Library's copy of the Templar Trial Manuscripts in Buffalo and on display
at the Buffalo Historical Society. He went on to say that it had been hard to get anything Masonic into print in the
Buffalo News, if not impossible ... up to this time. But it turned out that the editor was interested in this news item and
she assigned a reporter and a staff photographer to cover the event. The next day ... on the front page of a local
section of the Buffalo News, there was a really big story which continued onto the second page ... pictures and all.
Check it out here: http://www.buffalonews.com/cityregion/story/474499.html
The point I want to make is we have to try to get our Masonic events into the press. I can hear my mother saying now,
"you'll never know unless you try!" And of course, "if at first
you don't succeed, try again!":
One of the other recurring comments that keeps coming up at our PR Seminars is that we have to "think outside the
box!." We have to be creative and think of events that are interesting to our Brothers and members of our families ...
and sometimes it will be of local interest to your community news editors as well.
Have a great Thanksgiving.
Warmest fraternal regards,
Ron Steiner
RONALD J. STEINER
N.Y. GRAND LODGE PUBLIC RELATIONS
NYSMASON@AOL.COM
(845) 354 - 4192

Bro. Tim McMullin –
Masonic Student Assistance Training MSAT Chairman
tmcmullin@yahoo.com
What do Teachers Learn at Masonic Student Assistance Training (MSAT)
I am writing this one-week before the October MSAT workshop in Utica. I expect more than 85 educators from 19
different schools to be in attendance for a three day Masonic Student Assistance Training program. This workshop will
help these schools help young people who are engaging in at-risk behaviors.
One of the schools is from Queens, a borough of New York City, but the other 18 schools are from across the state.
Some are elementary schools; some are middle schools, some are high schools. There are charter schools. There are
suburban schools. There are city schools. There are small rural schools. They all have teachers who care, principals
who care, counselors and others who care, and most of all, rich or poor, big or small, they all have children who engage
in at risk behaviors. At risk behavior is not limited to the city streets.
The educators at the MSAT workshop will learn about the problems young people face and how to deal effectively
with them. For example, at the elementary level they will learn that by trying several tried and true interventions with a
child, a referral to the Committee on Special Education is not needed. At the middle school level, they will learn to
design interventions that will improve behavior and reduce discipline referrals. At the high school level, they will learn
about interventions that will keep young people in school, being promoted and graduated, thereby reducing dropouts.
The MSAT workshop shows schools at all levels how to reach young people of all ages, improving their academic
performance in all areas.
MSAT shows a small team of educators how they can work together to help students. They will learn how to show
teachers the way to refer students with problems. Teachers will learn to describe the student behavior in specific,
measurable, and observable ways. The team will also learn to focus on what they, as a school, can do, and not waste
time admiring a problem by discussing what the school has no control over, such as problems in the home. The team
focuses on the student's behavior and how the school can intervene and help.
After the team receives a referral, they will learn to gather information from all of the key people in the student's school
life - the teachers, the nurse, the counselor, and the school disciplinarian. MSAT has the forms that they can use. The
forms are different for elementary, middle and high school. They will learn how to involve parents as they gather
information. They will learn how two of the team members can conduct an effective parent interview, talking so the
parents listen, and listening so the parents talk. When all the information is gathered, they will learn how to design a
written plan that builds on the student's strengths and sets positive goals. During the coming weeks and months, the
plan is reviewed, progress is noted, and successes celebrated.
The workshop for teachers helps build effective teams of educators who will work together to get kids back on track.
For this coming school year 2008-2009, there will be three workshops offered on the campus of the Masonic Care
Community in Utica, NY. The dates for Utica are 10/21-23, 08; 1/27-29, 09; 3/31-4/2, 2009. There will also be
regional workshops in Western NY, on Nov 18, 19, and 20, 2008 site at the Carrier Center in Angola, NY in Erie
County
For more information or to register a school team, call 1-888-694-0511 or e-mail msat@nymasons.org
Visit www.nymasons.org/cms/msat for the latest information, including a registration form..
Tim
Tim McMullin – JGW

Child ID Bro. Donald Elliot
Nychip1@nychip.org
Brothers,
Please see to it that all Masonic Safety Identification Program systems (Child ID Machines) are updated to the news
version which is 3.4.7. This down download can be found at (www.cantoncomputers.com) on the child id page newest
update. It must be saved on a zip or finger drive or CD and must be saved (Save as target) do not change the name
when you save the file. If you run into trouble help is available by calling Wes Wilson the training chairman. His
number is 607 206-1249.
Please pass this e-mail to anyone having control over the systems today.
Warn regards
Don Elliott, State Chairman
Bro. Stephen S.
MUNY Steveking1@mac.com

Bro. Roy Puckhaber
Fellowship Committee rpuckhaber@optonline.net
Hello Brothers. We closed another season of “Masonic Family Fellowship” and we look back at the good
times that we shared the last few months experiencing Masonic Fellowship, by joining with our Brothers in
different outings whether it is fishing, golfing, horseshoes, parades etc. We have to remember that
anything we do as a group together with our Brothers is “Masonic Fellowship” and that it is important to all
of us that know that Masonry is not just going to meetings but rather a way to live our lives as individuals
and as Brothers. The objective for this committee is to help promote that Fellowship throughout the Grand
Lodge Jurisdiction of the State of New York.
Unfortunately “Grand Masters Day at West Point” was cancelled this year due to the lack of support from
the Brothers. Even though it was promoted more this year then the past few years we just could not get
the Brothers out in support. I spoke with the Grand Master, M∴W∴Edward Gilbert about the financial
commitments that we had to make to proceed with the event and after much deliberation it was decided
that it would be in the best interest to suspend it for this year. Rest assured that we are already planning
for next year, when the Grand Lodge calendar will have fewer apron presentations and homecomings
planned.
As we enter the winter season our minds turn from golf, fishing, baseball and the other summer activities
we enjoy and we look towards the different winter activities. How many of you are skiers and can plan a
weekend getaway for the Brothers of your Lodge along with the ladies and children? How many of you are
snowmobilers and can set up a weekend or a weeklong trip though the trails of our state. Whatever your
interest is, it can be planned as a group. How about a District bowling league or a District basketball
league? My Brothers these are just a few ideas for you to keep the Fellowship alive in your Districts. Speak
with your District “Masonic Family Fellowship” chairman or speak with your District Deputy about events you
would like to plan and enjoy together.
The coming months will be filled with apron presentations and other activities that will get us together in
groups of the District. I urge all of you to speak with your Brothers and come up with different activities
that you can enjoy together as a group. I also urge you to arrange meetings where you can have an open
forum to discuss different ideas that the Brothers may have and how to implement them. Keep in mind that
you may have to think about alternate ways to achieve your goals. Think “Outside the Box”. Do you have
any new sport competitions you wish to begin with your Brothers? Please let the committee know so that
we can assist you in any way we can. We would also like to share your ideas with other Districts that may
be having trouble coming up with their own fresh ideas. Please contact your District Deputy for the name of
your District “Masonic Family Fellowship” chairman and keep this brother informed of your activities. He
may have the answers to your questions that may arise.
Haven’t gotten involved yet? What are you waiting for? Start planning today!
Bro. Roy Puckhaber
Fellowship Committee rpuckhaber@optonline.net
Bowling Chairman; Family Day at West Point Chairman;

GERALD R. DIEVENDORF (Judy) RONALD STOVELAND (Patricia)
19 Rose Court, Delmar, NY 12054 3 Austin Court, Monroe, NY 10950-2301
(R) (518) 439-6684 (R) (845) 783-1405
(E) jerry@dievendorf.net (E) rwhs309@yahoo.com
Fresh Water Fishing Chairman; Salt Water Fishing Chairman;

SCOTT G. PATRICK Al Li
2134 Turnpike Road, Hornell, NY 14843 4 Norton Street Freeport, NY 11520-6500
(R) (607) 324-5862 (B) (607) 324-4300 (R) 516-867-8299
(E) finn@finnsrealm.com (E) ali3@optonline.net
Masonic Parades Chairman; Golf Chairman;

GARY R. SOLBERG (Janice) RICHARD J. ARTHUR
1229 78th St, Brooklyn, NY 11228-2717 220 Snyder Avenue Syracuse, NY 13206
(R) (718) 833-4169 (R) 315-463-1565
(E) GRSOLBERG@earthlink.net (E)
Horseshoes Chairman;
RICHARD WITTHOHN (Barbara)
46 Pine Street Babylon, NY 11702
(R) 631-669-7749
(E) rnbwitt@hotmail.com
Bro. William Maurer
Fellowship Committee – Tappan bill@maurer.org
We have invited the RW Daniel Semel, Judge Advocate of NY Grand Lodge,

Ex-officio member of the Constitutional Committee of Grand Lodge, Chair of
the Unity Committee and Grand Rep to Prince Hall to speak on a subject
dear to his heart, the art of Brother Arthur
Szyk, for the George Washington Birthday
celebration at the De Wint House on February
15, 2009. Brother Semel has accepted our
invitation.
Brother Semel has been researching the

Masonic connection in Arthur Szyk’s art for a
number of years and recently came upon
several interesting pictures of His Excellency.
Two of these Washington pictures are sent to
you as an attachment. Szyk is famous for the
art collection he presented to FDR in a series
Washington and His Times and his art work fighting the Axis during WWII and
later promoting the idea for establishing Israel. A collection of Szyk’s paintings are
on display in the De Wint House Carriage House and in Livingston Library.
We look forward to this fine guest speaker and a great afternoon of Masonic fellowship at Washington’s Masonic
Headquarters in Tappan. (Not to mention the apple cobbler!)
Cordially and Fraternally,
Bill Maurer
Chairman
Bro. AlbertA. Li
Fellowship Committee – Salt Water Fishing Ali3@optonline.net
Salt Water Fishing Derby- 2008

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

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

Family Entry [ ] Individual Masonic Entry [ ]
Anglers Name: ___________________________________________ Phone No.: ________________________
Address: __________________________________________________________________________________
Division: Salt Water: Boat [ ] Salt Water: Surf [ ]
Fish Class: _______________ Length: _______________ Girth: _______________ Weight: _______________
Where Caught:_______________________________________________________ Date: _________________
Anglers Signature: __________________________________________________________________________
Witnessed by: ______________________________________________________________________________

Remit to: Al Li Phone: 516-867-8299
4 Norton Street E-mail: ali3@optonline.net
Freeport, NY 11520-6500

Bro. Scott G. Patrick
Fellowship Committee – FreshWater Fishing finn@finnsrealm.com
Fresh Water Fishing Derby- 2008

Fresh Water Contest Rules
1- There will be two divisions in the contest.
Division 1- For members in good standing in a New York State Masonic Lodge.
Division 2- Family Members; Wife, child, grandchild or parent of member.
2- Fresh Water Classes; Small Mouth Bass, Walleye, Brook Trout, White Perch, Brown Trout, Lake Trout, Pickerel,
Large Mouth Bass, Northern Pike, Rainbow Trout, Muskellunge, Yellow Perch, Atlantic Salmon (landlocked),
3-You may enter as many fish in as many classes as you desire but you cannot win more than one first place award in
the classes covered by rule 2 based on fish length.
4-Certain classes of fish caught in Lake Ontario or Lake Erie (see Rule 9A & 9B) are not eligible. Enter in special
contest (Par. 9).
5- Contest is limited to New York State and its border waters.
6- Fish must be legally caught and entered within 15 days of being caught. If on vacation they must be entered within
7 days of returning from vacation.
7- Fish must be entered on an official entry form below. All questions must be answered. Length determines the
winner. In a case of a tie, then the weights will break the tie. If still tied, the earliest date of entry breaks the tie. The
decision of the judges is final.
8-Lake Erie and Lake Ontario Special Contest.
7a- Includes St. Lawrence River and all Lake Tributaries upstream to the first impassable fish barrier
7b- For Coho, Chinook Salmon, Lake Brown and Steelhead Trout.
7c- One point will be awarded per inch of fish caught between April 1st to midnight November 30th.
7d- One first place award will be made for the contest.
MASONIC FRESH WATER FISHING BLANK
Family Entry [ ] Masonic Entry [ ]
Anglers Name: _____________________________________________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________________________________________________
Division: Salt Water: Boat [ ] Salt Water: Surf [ ]
Fish Class: _______________ Length: _______________ Girth: _______________ Weight: _______________
Where Caught:_______________________________________________________ Date: _________________
Anglers Signature: __________________________________________________________________________
Witnessed by: ______________________________________________________________________________
Remit to: Scott G. Patrick Phone: 607-324-5862

2134 Turnpike Road E-mail: PatrickSG@corning.com
Hornell, NY 14843

Bro. Richard J. Arthur
Fellowship Committee – Golf Richard.arthut411@gmail.com
For the golfers out there, let’s get those golf outings planned. The new chairman, Brother Richard Arthur, has been active in the
Masonic Golf Club for many years now and has decided to merge that club with the Fellowship Committee. Here is a Brother
with almost 20 years experience in arranging golf outings waiting to help you make your outing a success.
Since 1952 the “New York State Masonic Golf Association” has been holding a golf tournament in different cities around the
State each year. From the Catskills to the Capital Region and Buffalo to Central NY golfers have enjoyed Masonic Fellowship on
the links. Over the years they have tried different formats, and scheduled events at different times of the year to get the best
possible turnout
The Committee is made up of directors from all over New York State. They meet twice a year to assist one of the directors
in scheduling the State Tournament in his area that year. They are lacking Directors in a few areas, Albany, St. Lawrence Region,
Buffalo and NYC Area. The NYSMGA Tournament is held in a different area each year and they would like to expand into areas
that they haven't been in a few years. The Spring meeting is in Syracuse because it is centrally located. The second is held at the
tournament site after play.
The MYSMGA welcomes anyone interested in becoming a member; especially from the areas that lack directors. They are
looking for new Directors from the Thousand Island Region, The Capital District, Utica-Oneonta Region, Catskills and NY City
area. They would like to have representation from all over the state and expand into new areas where they can schedule
tournaments each year. They meet twice a year, in the spring in Syracuse and the fall at the course that they will be playing at the
following year. Anyone interested in joining the group can contact Bro. Richard Arthur at 315-463-1565 and he will send you an
application.
The NYSMGA have a two-day weekend planned. Friday for a Directors’ Scramble with fun twists during the round and Saturday
for the tournament with Callaway scoring. Non-Masons are allowed to play as well; they are requesting that there be at least one
mason per foursome. Women are welcome and compete only against other women but can play with the men in a foursome.
This year, the Tournament will be at Woodgate Pines (not too far from Boonville, NY) on July 25th & 26th. The cost is $65.00 per
person, which includes golf, cart, prizes and dinner after the tournament on Saturday.
If you are interested in playing in the Scramble or Tournament you can go to the Grand Lodge web site under the Fellowship and
Family Involvement Committee and down load the forms.
Brother Richard Arthur is waiting to help you promote your golf outing.
If you are a first time planner, here is a small guide in planning your outing.
If you have more questions, please give this Brother a call for their assistance.
1 - The most people you should have in a golf outing is 144, which will consist of 2 groups of 4 on each of the 18 holes
with a shotgun start. Every hole would have an A group and a B group. When the outing starts everyone goes to
their assigned hole # and starts at the same time. The A group would go first and once they are done the B group
would go. Every golf course varies on how many people they require in order to shut down the course just for
you. If you do not have enough to get the entire course you can just book a section of tee times depending on how
many players you have. You should always put 4 people in a group with 2 people per golf cart.
2 - Usually the golf course that you are going to will set up a location near the course and have breakfast in the morning
and lunch after the round with beverages if you would like and you have enough people. They will tell you what
the fee would be. At most outings shirts or hats are given to each player with this cost being included in the
amount charged to each person to play in the outing. Usually a sleeve of balls or other small giveaways are
included. A ticket is also given for a drink and a hot dog or hamburger during the round.
3 - You will also need to decide what type of prizes to announce at the end. Normally there is one for
Best score, longest drive on a designated hole, and you would pick 2 par 3 holes and give a prize for the closest to
the pin on each hole. An idea that works well is to get some donated golf items for prizes or buy some gifts and
do a raffle after each round.
4 - The round of golf should not take more than 5-6 hours depending on how many people you have. If you are taking
over the course make sure you find out how much time the course gives you. If you take too long they may
charge you extra which can become very costly.

Bro. Ira B. Cooperman
Masonic Care Community CoopermanI@masoniccommunityny.org
The “Wall of Honor”

The new “Wall of Honor” at the Masonic Care Community gives individuals & organizations an opportunity
to honor someone. Located next to the lobby of the Health Pavilion, the Wall of Honor measures
approximately 27 feet in
length by 4 feet in height. It
is an attractive way to
recognize donations made to
any part of the Masonic Care
Community campus, as well
as an appropriate manner of
acknowledging the good
works of others.
Donations for plaques start at

$1,000 and increase with the
size of the plaque. All
contributions to the Masonic
Care Community are used for
the benefit of skilled nursing
care residents and are tax-
deductible since your
“Masonic Home” is
recognized by the IRS as a
tax-exempt charitable organization. Your donations also are eligible for Masonic Brotherhood Fund credit.
For more information regarding a plaque at any level, in memory or in honor of someone, please contact
Bro. Ira Cooperman at the Masonic Care Community, (315) 798-4703, or toll-free at (800) 593-3353. Thank
you for your consideration.
New DVD’s Showcase Your Masonic Care Community

The Masonic Care Community has a new marketing tool available to all Masonic Lodges. We have produced a DVD that
shows our history, our campus and our children’s summer camp on Round Lake. It features five chapters on the disc. They include
Acacia Village, Wiley Hall, the Health Pavilion and Camp Turk. This presentation can be used to show your brothers the beautiful
facilities available at our Utica site, as well as the opportunities for you to help children enjoy a premier summer camp experience
on Round Lake in Northern Oneida County.
We are endeavoring to distribute copies of this DVD to all lodges in New York State. Please contact Kathy Contino-
Turner at (315) 798-4768 or by email at continoturnerk@mccny.com.
Ambassador Training
The Masonic Care Community will hold a training session for Ambassadors (formerly Admissions Counselors) on
November 22 in the Administration building at MCC. The Ambassadors will receive information regarding
admissions, finances, marketing, services, and more. The program is designed to have ambassadors throughout
New York State be able to assist brothers and their families in making decisions regarding the Masonic Care
Community. The Trustees have fully endorsed and committed their talents to this program, and we’re all excited
with the changes and plans to move forward in this area.
For information regarding the MCC Ambassador program, contact Bro. Rob Lauducci at (315) 798-4828; Bro. Ira
Cooperman at (315) 798-4703; or Kathy Contino-Turner at (315) 798-4768

Youth Bro. Cary Cohn
Ccohn1127@aol.com
This is taken from a paper prepared by Brother C.C. Faulkner Jr., Executive Secretary of the Indiana DeMolay
Foundation. Oct 27, 1961
As adults, we must face the startling reality that Freemasonry, freedom, and democracy will die with every
generation unless we teach our young people to carry on. We cannot preserve our heritage by looking to
generations older than ours, nor by looking entirely to our own contemporaries. We have to look to the future,
and that future is around us everywhere, - in the form of our young people, no matter what you think of them.
I believe that we, as citizens and as Masons, must have a two-fold purpose in our determination to develop
youth. First, we should want to do all we can all the time to encourage and to guide young people. That is a part
of the philosophy of Masonry. It should always be a part of our activity and philanthropy.
Secondly, let us remember that our hopes of perpetuation of Freemasonry, our ideals and philosophies, rest only
in those who come to us voluntarily, and who are prompted to do so by having been favorably influenced by the
good deeds and prestige of the Fraternity, and by contact with Masons.
We had better cultivate our youth with our time, with our interest, and with our dollars. We had better “invest”
in youth, through masonically sponsored programs to build character and to perpetuate our philosophies. We
must do it methodically, persistently, and enthusiastically. Above all, we must do it!
Show me a thriving youth group, and I’ll show you a group that has the benefit of good adult leadership. When
youth programs fail or drift, it is because of a lack of adult leadership and support. Young people are our nation’s
and our Fraternity’s future. One of the greatest potential forces in the world is the minds of our young people.
Everything that Masonry and mankind can hope to achieve will depend upon the willingness of men and Masons
to work actively at the “grass-roots” level, with individual boys and girls, to develop by precept, association and
example, the mental attitude and moral fiber of our youth.
Young people need and deserve: 1: Leadership-real, dedicated adult leadership. 2: A set of values- something
substantial, something that has eternal value. A belief in the dignity of man and the immortality of the soul, the
Fatherhood of God and the Brotherhood of Man. 3: They need to be encouraged to develop themselves physically,
mentally, morally, and spiritually. They must be inspired to achieve their highest capabilities, to raise
themselves to their full nature. They are in their formative years, and their minds are the most fertile soil we
have. Today’s youngsters will step into our positions we know. How well they are prepared to fill them depends
upon their training today. They will control the economy into which we retire, and the philosophies which will
shape the Nation as well as the destinies of their children and grandchildren.
Individual Masons, should always be interested in projects which benefit youth, whether Masonically sponsored
or not. It is essential to know the direction in which our future is moving, and to help channel the activities of
young people and youth leaders into proper and wholesome directions. Masons should constantly encourage all
members of the Craft who can actively work with local groups where they exist, to do so, and to form new groups
where they do not exist and are needed. In our young peoples organizations we have fertile groups to sow the
seeds of our great Fraternity. Many of these young people will never become Freemasons, but they will remain
receptive to the great humanitarian ideals which our Fraternity teaches: The dignity and worth of the
individual, the moral requirements for democratic citizenship, the Brotherhood of man, the Fatherhood of God.
Cast your bread upon the waters by proving to our youth that you want to be a part of them. In the years that
follow they will want to be a part of you; they will want a portion of the heritage which our Masonic ideals
express. “Who mentors a boy, by the Masters plan, shapes the course of the future man.”

Ccohn1127@aol.com

Ccohn1127@aol.com

Order of DeMolay
November 13th 2008, Pleasant Valley, NY - The Officers and Members of Franklin Delano Roosevelt
Chapter, Order of DeMolay made a donation of the book "Hi Dad" - The official autobiography of Frank S.
Land, Founder of the Order of DeMolay to the Pleasant Valley Free Library in Pleasant Valley, NY.
Before the book presentation the young men led by Master Councilor David Berry outlined what DeMolay is,
who Jacques DeMolay was and the positive impact the DeMolay Fraternity has had on American Society.
The book presentation was made by the Master Councilor along with the District Deputy Grand Master of the
Dutchess Masonic District and FDR Chapter Advisor Dad Steve Koch. Accepting the donation was Julie
Poplees, Children's Librarian of the Pleasant Valley Free Library.
In attendance were DeMolay parents, the chapter sweetheart, Advisors and friends. After the ceremony
everyone enjoyed home made cookies and cider provided by the Master Councilors Mother and
Grandmother.
The book donation assisted the young men of FDR DeMolay in meeting their observance of Frank S. Land
month where DeMolay chapters internationally remember the life and times of the fraternity's founder Frank
Sherman Land.

Scottish Rite
Reception Dinner for Ill∴Peter J. Samiec, Deputy for New York January 31, 2009
The Sigma Bodies, Valley of Schenectady A.A.S.R. will host a reception dinner for Illustrious Peter J. Samiec, 33°,
Deputy for New York. Illustrious Brother Samiec was named the Deputy for New York State at the Annual Meeting of
the Supreme Council of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry for the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction of
the United States of America in Providence, Rhode Island, August 2008.
Please plan to be present and join the Valley in wishing Illustrious Brother Samiec success in his role as Deputy for
New York State. The Sovereign Grand Commander is expected to attend.
Event details and reservation information follow:

Invitees: All Scottish Rite Masons, Guests, and Friends
Location: Holiday Inn, 205 Wolf Road, Albany, NY, 12205
Date: Saturday, January 31, 2009
Time: 6:00 p.m. Cocktails (cash bar) & Hors d’oeuvres
7:00 p.m. Dinner with Program following
Cost: $30.00 per person
Dress: Tuxedo or dark suit, Scottish Rite Cap & Jewels encouraged
Lodging: Call Holliday Inn direct on 518-458-7264
Mention Peter Samiec Reception, $99 + tax
Check in time is 4:00 p.m. Hospitality Suite opens at noon on Saturday
and will be available for out-of-town guests to store luggage until rooms are available.
Meal Reservation Information:

Contact: Clarence Langley, Jr., 124 Horstman Dr., Scotia, NY 12302, 518-377-8624
Deadline: Saturday, January 17, 2009
Entree Choice:
Prime Rib of Beef au jus – slow roasted with rosemary, peppercorn & garlic
Chicken Chardonnay – chicken breast with rice, mushrooms & leeks
Tuscan Grilled Shrimp – fire-roasted shrimp with cannelloni beans & sausage
Check to: Sigma Bodies, A.A.S.R.

Masonic Medical Research Laboratory (MMRL) Bro. Ronald Kamp
kamp@mmrl.edu

Masonic Medical Research Laboratory (MMRL) Bro. Ronald Kamp
kamp@mmrl.edu

Masonry in Stamps
In honor of two legendary, master film

makers, who also happened to be Master
Masons, Ted H. Jacobsen (Secretary of
Harry S Truman Lodge No. 1066, F&A
Masons of the Grand Lodge of New York)
prepared two separate cacheted First Day
Covers for the USPS Bette Davis stamp,
released in Boston on September 18, 2008.
Willie Wyler was a member of Loyalty
Lodge 529 in Los Angeles, CA, and Darryl
F. Zanuck was a member of Mount Olive
Lodge No. 506, also in Los Angeles, CA.
Both had a close working relationship with
the brilliant actress, Bette Davis. Wyler
directed her in the her image-breaking film,
“Jezebel.” Zanuck directed Davis in the
memorable and award winning film, “All
About Eve.”
From Whose Bourne…

The father-in-law of RW William Welsh, DDGM of the Richmond District has passed away. His name was
Agostino DeSantis. Bill and Lina's Home Address is:
4173 Amboy Road
Staten Island, NY 10308
It is my sad duty to inform you that W Vince Rosa Past Master {1967} of Alba Lodge No. 891 passed away. A
Masonic Funeral was held in New Jersey.
It is with deep regret that we learn of our Grand Chaplain Emeritus, RW Brother Lloyd F. Shephard
laying down the working tools of life on October 16, 2008. RW Brother Shephard had been a 61-year
member of Otselic Valley Lodge No. 659 and would have been a centenarian in the not too distant future.
Our Grand Master, MW Edward G. Gilbert and the Grand Lodge extend heart-felt sympathies to the
family, friends and fellow brethren of our late departed Brother and Grand Chaplain.
It is my sad duty to inform you that RW Bernard (Bernie) Mittman of Brandeis Lodge No. 1165 passed away.
May God grant him everlasting peace.
Bro. Jack Eggert from Gasport Lodge passed away on 10/22/08. A Masonic funeral was held.
It is our sad duty to report that the wife of RW Bro. Leon Karibian PDDGM passed away due to cancer.
It is with deep sadness that we learn today that our Director of Finance, Mrs. Klara Bolotovsky lost her father after a
long illness.Cards expressing condolences and sympathies may be sent to Klara and her family in care of this office or
via Klara's e-mail at GLNYFinance@aol.com
It is my sad duty to report that RW Walter Hoffman, a member of Joshua Lodge, was called from labor on
October 18. Walter was a Past District Deputy and Past President of the 7th District Association. He is survived
by his wife Marge. May his soul rest in everlasting peace. Sympathy Cards may be sent to his lady and family
in care of 108-49 63rd Ave; Flushing, NY 11375-1358.
RW Gordon Flammger, Past Master of Cataract Lodge 295 in 1989,90,93,96 & 2004. Gordie was a member of
Ames Chapter 88 RAM, Genesee Commandery 10, Grand Council Cryptic Masons, Bruce Council 15. Masonic
and Order of Eastern Star Services were conducted. Gordon is survived by his loving wife Kathy, his five sons
Eugene (member of Cataract Lodge 295), David, Roy, Darryl and Mike; and many nieces and nephews, as well.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to either the Diabetes Foundation or Grand Lodge Scholarship
Program. Cards may be sent to Mrs. Gordon Flammger and Family, 25 Main Street, Middleport, NY 14105.
RW Arthur M. Kern, had just passed away on 11/2/08 in Berkshire Medical Center, Pittsfield MA. RW Arthur
Kern was Master of Columbia LodgeNo.98 1995-1997 and Secretary 1997-2008 and a member of Unity Lodge
No.9. He was the Staff Officer of the Columbia District from 2003-2006. Notes of condolences can be sent to:
Nancy Kern
1425 Route 5
Canaan, NY, 12029-2917
It is my sad duty to report W Kenneth C. Shobert, Past Master of E ggertsville-Grand Island Lodge No.1138 laid
down the working tools of life on November 4, 2008. A Masonic Service was held.
It is with deep regret that we have learned of the demise of Mrs. Lois B. Schneeweiss, the mother of the
President of the Masonic Medical Research Laboratory, RW Brother David F. Schneeweiss. A memorial service
has been planned for December 6, 2008 in New Jersey. More details will be announced when the arrangements
have been finalized. Our Grand Master, Most Worshipful Edward G. Gilbert, extends on behalf of the Grand
Lodge, condolences and sympathies to David and Hallie for their loss. Cards of sympathy may be sent to David
and Hallie as follows:
Mr. & Mrs. David F. Schneeweiss

85 Galileo Court
Williamsville, NY 14221
It is my sad duty to announce the passing of; RW Fredrick Dreyhoupt on October 14th. A Masonic Funeral
Service was held. Please keep him in your prayers.
Brethern, Nobles and all concurrent body members,
It is with a very heavy & sad heart that I report the following event to all who haven't heard.
Sometime today (Wed. Nov. 5th) Brother Hunter Cole-Hatchard's home in Hope Falls burnt to the ground.
His wife Joyce perished in the fire. Hunter & his daughter got out of the burning structure, the grandson was
at school, but poor Joyce didn't make it. She was found near a doorway, but apparently the smoke got to her
before she could get out.
Please keep Hunter & his family in your prayers.

W Brother Clifford Clarkson Past Master of Harlem Valley Lodge has laid down the working tools of life. A
Masonic service was held.
Sickness & Distress

Dear Brethren of the Eighth Masonic District and Beyond that know the Dashevsky's.
Carol Dashevesky had some surgery and recuperarating at home. Please send some warm greeting of quick
recovery or get well wishes to carmar6123@verizon.net. or to the home at 93 Plymouth Rd, Plainview, NY 11803.
Of course we all wish her a very speedy recovery

Sickness & Distress
W George Gaetz of Schoharie Valley Lodge No.491 suffered a heart attack and was taken to the hospital
Cobleskill Saturday morning October 25. One artery was almost completely blocked and the doctors had
inserted a stint. There are two other small blockages, however the doctors feel those can be treated medically.
I just received this update from Bro. Todd Cipperly regarding Shirley Bellinger, wife of RW Duncan Bellinger -
Past Senior Grand Warden. Just to let you know that I received a call from Duncan Bellinger telling me that
Shirley came out of her procedure. She is doing well, but needs to stay in the hospital for two nights. We'll keep
you updated.
Prayer is always appreciated and more updates to follow regarding calling and visits in the near future.
Glad Tidings
I am reporting to you the birth of their new daughter #12, Victoria Rose Hollenbeck, born 10-10-08, 6lbs 14 oz.
201/2 inches in length. Both Mother (Dawn) and new born are doing wonderful.
Whom am I speaking of:
Brian & Dawn Hollenbeck
Past Master of Renovation Lodge 97
34 Ingersoll St.
Albion, NY 14411
RW Brother Ray Alvarez came through surgery OK ... stent inserted and aneurysm repaired. He hopes to
be sent home soon.
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Greetings my Brothers
My goal this year as the Commander of the Grand Post is to insure a flag presentation to as many open Lodge
functions and D.D.G.M. Official visits as possible. I am looking for your help and assistance to spread the word out to
all the Lodges to seek out all the War Veteran Masons to join their District Post and if a District does not have a Post,
the District Deputy should contact me, the Commander of the Grand Post or the Adjutant Gen and we will Charter a
new Post for your District. The only requirement is that the Charter members should be a member in good standing
with a Lodge in the State of NY and be a War Veteran.
I am looking forward to working with you in this very important undertaking. With your help we can have a Post in every
district, spreading patriotism, respect for the men and women serving our country and spreading good will to all of our
Lodges and Communities across the State.
A Post in your District will act as a strong right arm to the District Deputies in all Districts, Presenting our flag will bring
honor and dignity to the office of the District Deputy Grand Master in all official visits, Patriotic Celebrations and other
Lodge Ceremonies.
May God bless our Troops for our freedom, God bless our Fraternity, God bless the Veterans and may God bless Our
United States of America.
With fraternal regards.
Eustace G. Kiriakos - Commander General

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EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT
GRAND LODGE OF FREE & ACCEPTED MASONS
OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK
SHAKESPEARE LODGE NO. 750

WWW.SHAKESPEARE750.COM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, PLEASE OCTOBER 1, 2008
Save The Date!
Robert Burns Supper 2009

Sponsored by Shakespeare Lodge No. 750
Grand Lodge of Free & Accepted Masons
Of The State of New York
Masonic Hall
71 West 23rd Street, New York City
Friday, January 23, 2009
6:30 – 9:30 PM
“Open to the world”
Celebrate the birthday of Scottish bard

Brother Robert Burns (1759 –1796),
Scotland's favourite son,
and a celebration of all things Scot.
Scotch Tasting, Piping, Music, Dance, Poetry, and

Traditional Burns Supper
Tickets go on sale December 1, 2008
Contact: W.˙. Patrick A. Kelsey,

Master, Shakespeare Lodge No. 750
master@shakespeare750.com / www.shakespeare750.com / 718-689-0620

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BLOOD DRIVE DONOR COMMITTEE
EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT
GRAND LODGE OF FREE & ACCEPTED MASONS
OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK
M.·. W.·. Edward Gilbert, Grand Master
R.·. W.·. Sheldon D. Stachel, Chairman, Masonic Blood Donor
Program Committee
Masonic Blood Donor Program Committee

Blood Drive Announcement
Masonic Hall, 71 West 23rd Street, New York City

Monday, December 8, 2008 (3:00 — 8:30 PM)
Wednesday, March 11, 2009 (3:00 — 8:30 PM)
Monday, May 11, 2009 (3:00 — 8:30 PM)
Masonic Hall, 28 Lincoln Avenue, Rockville Centre

Thursday, January 29, 2009 (3 — 8:30 PM)
Nanuet Mall, 75 W. Route 59, Nanuet, New York, (Rockland County)

Monday, November 17, 2008 (4:00 — 8 PM)
Bring Valid Photo ID
————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————
NOTE: if you have never donated blood and/or have questions about your eligibility you are strongly encouraged to
contact the New York Blood Center at 1-800-688-0900 (Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM) or visit
www.nybloodcenter.org in advance of the blood drive.
Contact: W.˙. Patrick A. Kelsey,

Vice-Chairman, State Masonic Blood Donor Program Committee
www.nymasonicblooddonorprogram.com
718-689-0620 / info@nymasonicblooddonorprogram.com

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ANNOUNCING A COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE

HERE IN ROCKLAND COUNTY
Through the auspices of the
New York Blood Center/Hudson Valley Blood Services
AT THE Nanuet Mall
(ON THE SECOND FLOOR NEAR THE ENTERANCE TO THE FORMER BOSCOV'S)
Monday, November 17th from 4:00 - 8:00 PM

We are grateful to the following organizations for sponsoring this community Blood Drive
(Sponsor list in formation)
UNITED HOSPICE OF ROCKLAND

WRCR - Radio Rockland
THE MASONS OF ALL OF THE MASONIC LODGES IN ROCKLAND COUNTY
ROCKLAND COUNTY BOARD OF REALTORS
BUFFALO SP;DIERS ASSOCIATION OF WEST POINT
KNICKERBOCKER CHAPTER, NATIONAL SOJOURNERS, INC.
BARRY COX POST MASONIC WAR VETERANS
POINSETTIA CHA[TER #76. EUREKA GRAND CHAPTER, INC., ORDER OF EASTERN STAR
PLEASE MAKE A DATE TO JOIN US ... YOU CAN GIVE THE GIFT OF LIFE!!!
Scheduled appointments for a donation is encouraged ...
please call Ms. Lanie Etkind at United Hospice of Rockland for an appointment: (945) 634 - 4974
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:

Ronald J. Steiner: (945) 354 - 4192
nysmason@aol.com
New York Blood Center supplies 448,000 life-saving products to Hudson Valley
(including Nyack Hospital and Westchester Medical Center) and New York City hospitals combined.
New York Blood Center has been our community not-for-profit blood center since 1964.

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In The NEWS
Health E-News October 3, 2008
Time for a Flu ShotProtect yourself and your family!In this issue:
Who Should Get a Flu Vaccine?
Influenza Can Kill. Flu Shots Save Lives
You Can't Get the Flu From a Flu Shot!
Where to Get a Vaccination
A Nasal Vaccine Spray for People Under 50
Stop the Spread of Infections Click here for more...Health Bulletin #65 is one in a series on issues of pressing
interest to all New Yorkers. All Health Bulletins are available in English, Spanish, and Chinese, and many are
available in other languages. For copies, call 311 or visit nyc.gov/health.
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Check out this story from The Journal Register (Medina, NY):
MASONS: Lodge 336 begins season with new officers and new honors Medina Lodge 336, Free and Accepted
Masons, gathered in its West Center Street temple to begin an autumn season with new officers in place, and also with
two of their number installed in honored Masonic posts.
To read the rest of the story, go to http://www.journal-register.com/local/local_story_284010401.html

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My Brothers,
I just found the below site on the NY Grand Lodge Web Page. It is a nice article in the Papers about our departed
brother RW Walt Gillis and his commitment to the Chapin Run Against Hunger.
This is a very hard time for us as last year Bro Walt got the Child ID program intothe run for the first time, and we were
asked back this year.
Our District Chairmen Bro Brian Tessler and a few brothers and children will be doing an ID at the run. It will be in
memory of our Bro Walt and to show our support for the Run which he worked so hard on over the years.
All Brothers of the 1 st Westchester-Putnam District SHOULD be at the Lodge of remembrace on Sunday.
http://www.lohud.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/200810100230/NEWS01/810100385

Lodge Services
The sources listed below are available through Lodge Services
Medal for Fifty Years of Service to the Craft $15.00

24 Inch Gauge $45.00
Compleat Master $12.50
LDC-8 Course - includes course, pin & certificate $25.00

Lodge System of Masonic Education LSOME (five 3 for $10.00
part book) or $4.00 each
Lodge System of Masonic Education LSOME (four 4 for $10.00
part book) or $3.00 each
3 for $20.00 Both for
The Craft and Its Symbols by Allen E. Roberts or $7.50 each $9.00
Masonic Memorial Service incl. Officiant's Guide $4.00 Both for
Masonic Graveside Service incl. Officiant's Guide $2.00 $5.00
Masonic Development Course (MDC) $20.00
The forms listed below are available from the Youth Committee or through your District Deputy Grand
Master.
Daniel Carter Beard Masonic Scouter Award
Douglas MacArthur Award for Exemplary Service to Youth
Eagle Scout Nomination Form
Frank M. Totten Essay Contest 2009
Girl Scout Gold Award Certificate Application
Service to Youth Nomination Form

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Page 1 November 2008

A Veteran's Day Message from our Grand Master

Page 2 November 2008

Salt Water Fishing 24

Child ID 21 In The NEWS 50

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Currently, the and tabs contain no information.

Page 5 November 2008

Livingston Masonic Library Tours New York

The tour included an

Presentations were made in

Grand Master Edward G. Gilbert was

Page 6 November 2008

Sincerely and fraternally,

Thomas M. Savini, Director

Altar needs a Home

When Oxford Lodge No. 175 consolidated with

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He was a combat veteran of World War II. Reason enough

It's hard today to envision -- or, for the dwindling few, to

On Washington 's bridge, Lieutenant Ray Hunter had

Page 10 November 2008

The Washington's main batteries opened fire at 12 midnight

Page 11 November 2008

And the weapon did not fail.

On a hill where the bodies were piled like cordwood, Mitchell

One hill: one Marine.

For the task, Major Conoley gathered together 'three enlisted

Page 12 November 2008

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Page 14 November 2008

In the 1766 Original St.

Page 15 November 2008

In the Original Lodge Room

2nd Division of City of Johnstown

Page 16 November 2008

Thursday January 1 Happy New Year

Friday Feb 13-Wed Feb 18 GM Conference California

Thurs. Mar 5-Sat Mar 7 RAM Grand Chapter Albany

Bro. John Andrades Jr.

Page 17 November 2008

Page 18 November 2008

Robert D. Stack, PGT

Bro. Ronald J. Steiner

Check it out here: http://www.buffalonews.com/cityregion/story/474499.html

Have a great Thanksgiving.

Warmest fraternal regards,

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Bowling Chairman; Family Day at West Point Chairman;

Fresh Water Fishing Chairman; Salt Water Fishing Chairman;

Masonic Parades Chairman; Golf Chairman;

We have invited the RW Daniel Semel, Judge Advocate of NY Grand Lodge,

Brother Semel has been researching the

Cordially and Fraternally,

Salt Water Fishing Derby- 2008

Salt Water Contest Rules

Anglers Name: ___________________ Phone No.:

Fish Class: _______ Length: _ Girth: _ Weight: _______

Where Caught:_______________________________________ Date: _

Fish Class: _______ Length: _ Girth: _ Weight: _______

Where Caught:_______________________________________ Date: _