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May-June 2009
 Original oil painting of Ill. Elwin O. Studebaker, Jr., 32°, KCCH, by Jean Pilk, Cape Elizabeth, Maine
Articles in this issue
Grand Commander's Message: The Masked Man
written by Ronald A. Seale, 33°, Sovereign Grand Commander
“One of the finest qualities of a leader is the ability to quit talking and to listen—really listen—to those about him.”
Be on the Qui Vive—Cowans, Swindlers, and Con Men, Then and Now
written by Michael A. Halleran, 32°
Masonic imposters have tried for years to swindle lodges and Masons with their tales of woe.
The Masonic Tourist: In Peace and Harmony: Masons in Greenwood Cemetery
written by Nancy Adgent
Many monuments in Greenwood Cemetery, Columbia, Tennessee, tell silent stories about Freemasonry and the brothers they memorialize.
Bro. Brother's Journal: Beginner's Luck
written by Michael A. Halleran, 32°
“I explained trap shooting to Bro. Sousa, who seemed somewhat familiar with the subject.…”
Revisiting Ill. Trent Lott, 33°, G.C.
written by Christopher Mullaney, 32°, Special Assistant for Operations
Bro. Trent Lott spent thirty-five years serving his nation in the U.S. House and Senate and shares his thoughts on being a “civilian” and how Masonry can help overcome the challenges facing our country.
Treasures of the Temple: A Tale of Two Flags
written by Matthew T. Szramoski, 32°, KCCH, Associate Director of Development
The House of the Temple is the repository of many Masonic treasures, preserved and maintained by its foundation.
Bro. John Wayne: A Straight-shooting Mason
written by Paul Clevenger, 32°
Bro. Marion Morrison, better known by his stage name, “John Wayne,” became an American movie icon, starring in over 140 films.
Salve, Frater!
written by Dean R. Alban, 33°, Director of Membership Services
There’s no secret to reactivating members; give them a call and a sincere “Salve, frater”—Welcome brother!
The Brief, Sanctioned Life of the Modern Woodmen’s Trick Chair
written by Jeffrey Croteau
The Modern Woodmen of America endorsed and encouraged the use of initiation pranks for about 15 years, increasing their membership—as well as lawsuits.
Investing in the Future: Elwin O. Studebaker, Jr., 32°, KCCH, and Terry Studebaker
written by Jeri E. Walker, Development Coordinator
The Studebakers have been recognized in the Pillars of Charity Portrait Gallery for making a significant bequest to the Scottish Rite Foundation, Inc.
Book Review: "What a revoltin' development that was!"
written by James T. Tresner II, 33°, Grand Cross, Book Review Editor
For the loyalists in the American Colonies, the Revolution was a revolting development indeed. For the rest of us, it was a grand beginning. Most of the books this time relate to the Revolution or the Founding Fathers. There’s some good stuff here!
Current Interest: 2008 Winners of the Mark Twain Masonic Awareness Award Announced
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On March 24, 2009, in Silver Spring, Md., the Masonic Information Center (MIC) announced the 2008 winners of the highly regarded Mark Twain Award for Excellence in Masonic Awareness.
Current Interest: Bro. George Allred Celebrates his 90th as Venerable Master
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This January Bro. George Allred, 32°, KCCH was installed as Venerable Master of the James W. Cortland Lodge of Perfection in Greensboro, North Carolina. There’s nothing that unusual about the story so far—217 Venerable Masters are installed every year in the Southern Jurisdiction. What makes this story remarkable is that Bro. Allred is 90-years old, possibly the oldest Venerable Master in the Southern Jurisdiction serving in 2009. He might even be the oldest Venerable Master to ever serve!
Current Interest: Grand Lodge of Denmark Honors Ill. Wilhelmsen, 33°
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On January 10, 2009, the Danish Order of Freemasons–Grand Lodge of Denmark presented Ill. Hans R. Wilhelmsen, 33°, SGIG in Maryland, with its Distinction of Honor in recognition of his honest conduct of his life, working on the square, and his “outstanding zeal in the Masonic work.”
Current Interest: Wreath-laying Ceremony Honors Pike
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The memory of Ill. Albert Pike, 33°, was honored on Saturday, February 7, 2009, with a special wreath-laying ceremony to celebrate the 150th anniversary of his election as Sovereign Grand Commander of the Supreme Council, 33°, S.J.
Current Interest: DeMolay to Hold Charity Golf Tournament on June 17, 2009
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The DeMolay 90th Anniversary Celebration will be held in Kansas City, Missouri, June 17–20, 2009.
Freemasonry Q & A: Is the “eye in the pyramid” a Masonic symbol?
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No. The Great Seal of the United States is not a Masonic emblem, nor does it contain hidden Masonic symbols, nor was it designed by Masons.
Notes from the Northern Light: May-June 2009
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A Publication of the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction
The Scottish Rite Journal (ISSN 1076-8572) is published bimonthly by the Supreme Council, 33°, Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry of the Southern Jurisdiction, United States of America, 1733 Sixteenth St., NW, Washington, DC 20009-3103. |
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