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September-October 2007
 Aerial photo of the House of the Temple in Washington, D.C. From the Archives of the Supreme Council, 33°, S.J., USA
Articles in this issue
As the Dew of Hermon
written by Ronald A. Seale, 33°, Sovereign Grand Commander
These brethren may have been “men who have traveled from distant parts and find themselves united in ... celebrations in the capital city.”
The Masonic Tourist: Must-See D.C., A Quasi-official Guide from a Mason’s Lady
written by Heather K. Calloway, Director of Special Programs
Washington, D.C., can keep any tourist busy for days, especially a Mason.
Scottish Rite Racing Team Grabs Sixth in Kentucky!
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Blake Feese and Sadler Racing’s No. 95 Scottish Rite-FPC Dodge Charger came in 6th at the WLWT Channel 5-150 Race.
A Brief Overview of the Scottish Rite’s Origins and Rituals
written by Arturo de Hoyos, 33°, Grand Archivist and Grand Historian
The first Masonic “high degree” was that of Master Mason followed shortly by the “Scotch Master Mason Degree.” From their English start, high degrees soon spread around the world and some coalesced into the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite.
Deaf Masonry: The Order of Desoms and the Ancient Delta Guild
written by Elliott Saxton, 32°
The Order of Desoms was formed in 1946 for the deaf sons of Masons. It established at least seven lodges and seems to have died out in the 1970s.
Bro. Brother's Journal: Being the Recollections of a Nineteenth-Century Gentleman of the Craft
written by Michael Halleran, M.M.
Apparently “Rudyard Kipling” is something of a writer, although by the look of his poetry, the man can barely spell.
The Point within a Circle: More than just an Allusion?
written by William S. Burkle, 32°
The Point Within a Circle may have been used by our ancient brethren to construct or try right angles.
Investing in the Future: Recent Advances in Development and the Scottish Rite Donor Recognition Program
written by Barbara G. Golden, Esq., OES, Director of Planned Giving
This month’s article highlights some of the latest changes in the Office of Development.
Book Reviews: Balance
written by James T. Tresner II, Grand Cross, Book Review Editor
Balance—equipoise—the resolution of opposites—equilibrium—the sun, moon, and Master of the Lodge—however you prefer to say it or symbolize it, the concept of balance permeates the ritual and symbolism of Freemasonry and especially of the Scottish Rite.
Current Interest: Luncheon at Radford University Honors Virginia Scottish Rite Brethren
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President Penelope W. Kyle and the Radford University Foundation hosted a luncheon to thank the Scottish Rite for its generous support of RU’s Summer Language Clinic and other outreach and scholarship programs within the Waldron College of Health and Human Services.
Eastern Star Presents “Big Check” to Washington State RiteCare Children’s Language Program
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For several years, the Worthy Grand Patron of the Order of the Eastern Star in Washington has sponsored a golf tournament to benefit RiteCare in Washington State.
Current Interest: Mason Jars for RiteCare!
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RiteCare of Washington’s Spokane Center kicked off an exciting pilot fundraiser in May, 2007, to coincide with the American Speech and Hearing Association’s Better Speech and Hearing Month.
Current Interest: Library Acquires Scarce Items for Its Masonic Periodicals Collection
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On July 10, 2007, Ill. Jules S. Tepper, 33°, PGM of the District of Columbia, made a special presentation to SGC Ronald A. Seale, 33°, for the Library of the Supreme Council.
Current Interest: Giveline Offers an Online Opportunity to Support the House of the Temple
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Brethren who do their shopping on-line should consider using Giveline, a web-based shopping mall that contributes 7–33% of each sale to charitable efforts.
Freemasonry Q & A: Have the Masons sponsored any colleges in the United States?
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A little appreciated aspect of American Masonic philanthropy was the establishment of colleges by grand lodges.
Amicus: Sep-Oct 2007
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A Report for Friends of the Library
Notes from the Northern Light: September-October 2007
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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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