September 2000
A Run From The Heart In Texas | Valley Of Richmond Salutes Educators |
New Mexico State University Names Library After
Bro. Herbert Zuhl, 32° | Charles
E. McNoldy, 32°, Installed As President, National Sojourners
| Millennium Reunion In Japan | Celebrity
Golf | Educating The Citizens Of Tomorrow
| JROTC Awards Presented | Orient
Of Virginia Supports GWMNM | DeMolay Aruba
Chapter No. 1 | Tall Cedars Year 2000
Goodwill Ambassador | Dr. Stacey A. Garner,
32°, Honored | Celtic Festival
 On September 8,
9, and 10, 2000, the Phoenix Motorcycle Club will sponsor 6th
Annual Run from the Heart with all proceeds to benefit Texas
Scottish Rite Hospital for Children (TSRHC) in Dallas. The festive
weekend, to take place at the Chamber of Commerce Barn, Ranger,
Texas, will include bands, camping, bike games, concessions,
BBQ, door prizes, tattoos, horseshoes, a Kiddie Coral, and many
other fun activities for the whole family. Pre-registration ($10
per person, $15 per couple, kids under 12 free) must be mailed
by August 15 to: Phoenix M/C Big Country Chapter, PO Box 80,
Wingate, TX 79566. Note: everyone must bring a new, unwrapped
toy. Last year, this event generated $8447.75 for TSRHC (photo
right), so, motorcycle or not, come and have a great time while
benefiting Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children. |
 When the Valley of
Richmond, Virginia, held its 16th annual "Salute to Education
Night" this spring, it hoped for good local media coverage—and
it got it! The Richmond Times–Dispatch of June 22,
2000, ran a full-page color photo feature in its "The Weekly
Tab" section saying "the event is held to recognize
outstanding educators in Virginia and to present the scholarship
awards by its Library and Scholarship Fund." Seven scholarships,
totaling $7,500, were presented. Pictured left are Ill. Charles
O. Franck Jr., 33°, Chairman of the Valley of Richmond Education
Committee, and some of the educators attending the event: (above
l. to r.) Brenda Seals, Marion Smith, Dr. William C. Bosher Jr.,
David Riley, Margo Clifford, and Brooke Pemberton. Bro. Richard
T. McGrath, 32°, K.C.C.H., President of the Library and Scholarship
Fund, also participated in the presentations, and Dr. William
C. Bosher Jr., Superintendent of Chesterfield County Schools
(pictured at left with scholarship award winner Rachel Keller)
was the speaker for the evening. |
Brother Herbert Zuhl, an endowed member of Jornada Lodge No. 70, Mesilla, New Mexico, is presently transferring his Scottish Rite affiliation from the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction to the Las Cruces Scottish Rite Bodies. While Bro. Herb was in his New York City business selling petrified wood, he retained many of the finest specimens for his private collection. Now he and his wife, Joan, have presented New Mexico State University (NMSU) with the largest gift ever received by the University, the Zuhl's extensive collection of petrified wood polished to perfection, mineral specimens, meteorites, dinosaur bones and eggs, and fossils of creatures that lived millions of years ago. The collection's estimated value is over $400,000, and the Zuhls provided an additional $25,000 to the University to cover the costs of relocating and displaying the collection. Similar gifts from Bro. Herb and his wife have gone to the Houston Museum of Natural Science, Houston, Texas, and to the Smithsonian Institute in Washington, D.C. Most of the Zuhl Collection at NMSU will be displayed in the University Library, named the Zuhl Library in a June 16, 2000, ceremony in recognition of Herbert and Joan Zuhl having donated not only the collection but also funds for the maintenance and operation of the library and collection in perpetuity. The ultimate gift is expected to exceed $6 million. At the Zuhl Library naming celebration, Bro. Herb said: "We have always been interested in promoting education because it is one of the answers to the world's problems."
| Brother Herbert Zuhl, 32°, Valley of Las Cruces, New Mexico, and his wife, Joan, pose with a small part of their extensive collection of petrified wood and fossils, which they recently donated to New Mexico State University. |  |
Brother Herb is a dedicated Mason, avid golfer, and enjoys riding his Harley and BMW motorcycles. Joan is an artist and spends much time in her studio. New Mexicans, all Americans, and all Scottish Rite Masons have good reason to be very proud of the Zuhls for their beautiful gift that will be enjoyed by NMSU faculty, students, and visitors for many years to come.
Brother Charles E. McNoldy, 32°,
Valley of Alexandria, Virginia, was installed as the National
President of National Sojourners, Inc., on June 23, 2000, during
the 80th Annual Convention of National Sojourners held in Norfolk,
Virginia. Bro. McNoldy is Past President of Harrisburg Chapter
No. 76 and Past Commander of Samuel Nicholas Camp, Heroes of '76.
He was National Sojourner Federal Area Representative for Virginia
(North), Maryland (North), and Delaware. He has served National
Sojourners as a member of various national committees and the
Committee of 33. Brother McNoldy served in the National Heroes
of '76 Line as National Commander of the Guard (1995–1996)
and as National Sentinel (1994–1995) before being elected
to the National Sojourner Line. Brother McNoldy was first elected
to the Board of Directors of the Collingwood Library and Museum
on Americanism (CLMA) in 1985, served as its Secretary from 1986
to 1988, and was elected Vice-President in 2000. CLMA provides
facilities in the Collingwood Mansion, Alexandria, Virginia, for
the Headquarters of National Sojourners, Inc.
Brother McNoldy's Masonic career has been extensive since his raising as a Master Mason in April 1954. He has served in most Blue Lodge offices and is in line to be Master of John A. LeJeune Lodge No. 350, Quantico, Virginia. He serves in the 30th Degree Team of the Alexandria, Virginia, Scottish Rite Bodies; is a member of the York Rite Bodies; a member of the Legion of Honor of Kena Shrine Temple, Fairfax, Virginia; and a member of the Royal Order of Scotland. He is currently serving as Junior Deputy Grand Tall Cedar of Temple Forest No. 136, Tall Cedars of Lebanon, Alexandria, Virginia.
Spring in Japan is synonymous with cherry blossoms, and for the Tokyo Scottish Rite Bodies, their Spring Reunions are equally noteworthy. The recent Reunion was named "Millennium," instead of for a deceased Brother, and was successful except that some eligible Master Masons could not participate due to military duties. The Tokyo Brethren decided to correct this situation; if Candidates could not come to Tokyo, the Brethren would go to them. A mutually convenient date was agreed upon, paraphernalia was shipped, and ritualists traveled by van to Iwakuni Marine Corps Air Station in southern Japan. With petitioners from Nippon Lodge No. 9 and Kintai Lodge No. 16, a satisfying "Mini-Reunion" conferral was conducted during a busy weekend. A similar event is being planned for the Master Masons at Misawa Air Base in northern Japan. The impressive Tyler's sword in the photo below belongs to Kintai Lodge No. 16.
| Following his visit to the Scottish Rite Language Disorders Clinic at the Children's Hospital in Denver on June 21, 2000, Grand Commander Kleinknecht participated in the 43rd Hillsdilly Classic Golf Tournament at Cherry Hills Village, Colorado. During the event, the Grand Commander met Dan Quayle (photo right) and was able to visit with him during a tournament luncheon. |  |
Since the mid-1980s, the Scottish Rite Foundation in Kentucky has been furthering the Rite's commitment to public education by funding fellowships for doctoral-level study in public school administration. Any teacher, principal, superintendent, or other qualified individual may apply to the Foundation for a tuition fellowship to pursue a doctorate at the School of Education of the University of Louisville. The ultimate goal is, of course, to improve the quality of public education in Kentucky by upgrading the skills of department chairs, curriculum specialists, and administrators who head schools or school districts. Since the fellowship program began, 59 men and women have been awarded support and, of these, 21 have completed their degrees. The remaining awardees are at various stages in their work.
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At a recent Valley of Louisville, Kentucky, dinner celebrating the productive relationship between the Scottish Rite Foundation in Kentucky and the University of Louisville, Dr. Laura Clifford, a graduate of the Scottish Rite Fellowship Program, presented a plaque to Ill. Bros. Thomas Speckman, 33°, Treasurer of the Kentucky Scottish Rite Foundation, and Ill. John E. Moyers, 33°, Foundation President. The plaque bears the names of the graduates of the Fellowship Program. Pictured above (l. to r.) are: Dr. Clifford, Ill. Bros. Speckman and Moyers, and Dr. Will Wells, a graduate Scottish Rite Fellow. |
On May 25, 2000, the Valley of Louisville held a dinner to honor past and present fellows and to celebrate the cooperative and productive relationship between the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry and the University of Louisville. A program featuring music and readings in testament to the appreciation of those who have been supported by the Foundation was produced and presented by the Scottish Rite Fellows after dinner. Nearly 200 Scottish Rite Masons and family members, together with University of Louisville professors, administrators, and Scottish Rite Fellows, some with family members, enjoyed the dinner and program.
Ill. John E. Moyers, P.G.M., Grand Master of Ceremonies of the Supreme Council, and S.G.I.G. in Kentucky, summed up the significance of this event in these words: "We strengthen our beloved Republic when we help educate those who will, in turn, educate the citizens of tomorrow."
| Pictured above at the presentation of the Southern Jurisdiction's JROTC Americanism and Education Awards to outstanding Cadets at Martin County High School on April 17, 2000, are (l. to r.): Major Robert A. Gilliam, USAF (Ret); Cadet Daniel Stitely; and Ill. James E. Gibbs, 33°, Valley of Lake Worth, Florida. |  |
The Supreme Council's JROTC Americanism and Education Award Program continues to be very popular. On April 17, 2000, for instance, the Valley of Lake Worth, Florida, was honored to present the Southern Jurisdiction's JROTC Award to five Cadets who exemplify the excellence of our youth today. All the recipients set the standards for their units. Those recipients and their respective schools are: Cadet Chief Petty Officer Devin LaBeur, Boca Raton Community High School; Cadet Daniel Stitely, Martin County High School (awards presented by Ill. James E. Gibbs, 33°); Cadet Jessica Debski, Lake Worth Community High School (award presented by Bro. James H. Bussey, 32°, Chief Warrant Officer, Florida National Guard); Cadet 2nd Lieutenant Jacquelyn R. Musiol, Port St. Lucie High School (award presented by Ill. Francis L. Dancy, 33°); and Cadet 2nd Lieutenant Alice J. Paul, Fort Pierce Central High School (award presented by Ill. Francis L. Dancy, 33°).
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CCPL Daniel Thomson (pictured above with C/SPL Keri Scully) of East High School, Erie, Pennsylvania, expressed his gratitude upon receiving the Supreme Council's JROTC Americanism and Education Award by writing, "Thank you for your contribution to our ROTC Program. It is my honor to accept this prestigious award and represent your organization. I will wear the medal and ribbon with pride." |
In addition to the Supreme Council JROTC Americanism and Education Award certificate, medal and ribbon, the Valley of Lake Worth presented each recipient with a $50.00 savings bond. The members of the Valley of Lake Worth heartily congratulate each of the Cadets listed here and all of the members of the various JROTC units within the area covered by the Valley. Also thanks goes out to the Brothers who took time from their busy schedules to attend the awards ceremonies, make these presentations, and so create positive local public relations and knowledge of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite.
| Pictured at the Battle Ground High School Air Force JROTC Awards Ceremony on June 3, 2000, are (l. to r.): Ill. Richard L. Porter, 33°; Bro. Welmon Smith, Jr., 32°, K.C.C.H.; Mr. and Mrs. Arlint with their son Cadet Steve Arlint; Col. Duncan Koller; and Ill. Robert H. Beck, 33°. |  |
Typical of the gratitude JROTC Cadets express upon receipt of the Scottish Rite's Americanism and Education Award, C/CPL Keri Scully (photo with CCPl Thomson, above left), East High School, Erie, Pennsylvania, wrote to the Supreme Council on May 4, 2000, saying, "I would like to thank you for the wonderful award you have given me. I feel very honored and privileged. I have worked hard and done my best this year, and I am proud to see how it has paid off."
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On May 13, 2000, Bro. James E. Watt, 32°, Valley of Fort Myers, Florida, was pleased to present the Scottish Rite's Americanism and Education Award, with certificate and medal, to eight students participating in the Lee County JROTC Awards Day ceremonies at North Fort Myers High School. Bro. Jim, pictured above conferring the awards, has been affiliated with the Lee County JROTC program for many years. Students, receiving the awards were: Ellice Rufo, North Fort Myers HS; Adam Harvey, Cape Coral HS; Jason Tarquino, Mariner HS; John Thompson, Fort Myers HS; Justin Martin, Riverdale HS; Felix Burgos, Cypress Lake HS; Autumn Rouke, Estero HS; and Amanda Teranova, Lehigh Senior HS. |
The Orient of Washington is also active in the Jurisdiction's JROTC Awards Program. On June 3, 2000, at the Battle Ground High School Air Force JROTC Annual Awards Ceremony, three Scottish Rite Brothers (pictured previous page) from the Valley of Vancouver, Washington, presented the Southern Jurisdiction's Americanism and Education Award to Cadet Steve Arlint.
 Recently, Ill. David
Kruger, 33°, S.G.I.G. in Virginia (l.), presented a check
for $2,176.05 to M.W. Paul E. Ellis, 33°, P.G.M. (center),
President of The George Washington Masonic National Memorial
(GWMNM) Association, and Bro. George D. Seghers, 32°, Secretary–Treasurer,
GWMNM Association. The check was the result of the $0.15 per
member assessment that all eight Valleys in Virginia contribute
to the Memorial. Virginia is the only Orient that has established
an assessment to contribute to the maintenance and operation
of the Memorial. Ill. Kruger presented the check to Ill. Ellis
in the George Washington Museum which is located on the fourth
floor of the Memorial. The Museum is a gift on behalf of the
Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry by the Supreme
Council, 33°, S.J., U.S.A. (Mother Council of The World)
and The Supreme Council, 33°, Northern Masonic Jurisdiction,
U.S.A. The Museum was dedicated February 22, 1966. |
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On the weekend of June 3–4, 2000, Aruba Chapter No. 1, Order of DeMolay was instituted in Orangestad, Aruba, and 26 young men were initiated. Aruba is an island in the Caribbean Sea 19 miles north of the Venezuelan coast. The official language is Dutch, but English is widely spoken. Bro. James C. McGee, 32°, K.C.C.H., Grand Master of DeMolay, attended as did many other Masonic dignitaries including Ill. Alberto Mansur, 33°, Grand Master of the Supreme Council, Order of DeMolay of Brazil; Ill. Donald P. Garrido, 33°, G.C., Scottish Rite leader from the Panama Canal; and Mrs. Mary Wever, Minister of Education and Labor for Aruba.
Nathan Berlinski was installed as Master Councilor for Aruba Chapter No. 1 in an open ceremony held on June 4. He thanked all attending and, in particular, the international corps of officers that came to Oranjestad for the installation. Among them were Jason B. Wood, International Master Councilor, from Nebraska; Eric A. Polonsky, International Congress Secretary, from Massachusetts; Patrick W. Cocker, Senior Master Councilor, Douglas J. Van Griner, Past Deputy State Master Councilor, and George E. Pandzik, Master Councilor Elect, Albert Pike Chapter No. 58 from Texas; Eric Brown, Master Councilor, Keith Brown, Senior Councilor, and Ladi Mosadomi, Senior Steward, Concorde Chapter, from Louisiana; and Jose Mita S., Master Councilor, Concordia Universal Chapter, from Peru.
Several tokens of appreciation were exchanged, including a portrait of Dad Frank S. Land, signed by all stateside members, for display in the Aruba Chapter Room. Following the installation ceremony, members of the new Chapter invited everyone to a grand banquet to cement fraternal ties and celebrate the initiation of Aruba Chapter No. 1.
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The Tall Cedars of Lebanon is a Masonic-affiliated organization with over 18,000 members in 110 Chapters (called Forests). Since 1951, the Tall Cedars have provided continuous financial support to the Muscular Dystrophy Association, contributing over $12,000,000 to the Jerry Lewis Labor Day Telethon. The Tall Cedars have the distinction of being the first organization to provide financial support to the Muscular Dystrophy Association. |
The many professional and civic contributions of Stacey A. Garner, D.D.S., of Pulaski, Tennessee, recently earned him the recognition of being named the year 2000 Outstanding Alumnus, the highest honor bestowed by the University of Tennessee (UT) College of Dentistry Alumni Association. The award was presented on March 4 during the awards and reunion luncheon at the UT Dental Congress meeting in Memphis. For over 50 years, Bro. Garner has been a member of Pulaski Lodge, No. 101, Pulaski, Tennessee, which he has served as Master, and the Valley of Nashville.
| Bro. Stacey A. Garner, 32°, Valley of Nashville, Tennessee, receiving the recognition of being named the year 2000 Outstanding Alumnus, the highest honor bestowed by the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry Alumni Association for professional and civic excellence. |  |
While serving as Mayor of Pulaski for 26 years (1962–1988), Bro. Garner was elected Tennessee's Outstanding Mayor in 1981 and served as President of the Tennessee Municipal League and Director of the National League of Cities. He was awarded Citizen of the Year by the Giles County VFW, and his civic contributions include serving on the Tennessee Industrial Recruitment Team, Martin Methodist College Board of Trustees, President and Director of the Lions Club and the Loyal Order of Elks, Tennessee Commander of the American Legion (1979–1980), and Chairman of the Board for the First United Methodist Church in Pulaski.
Congratulations, Brother Garner!
Scottish Rite Masons, members of the Order of the Thistle, recently participated in New Mexico's 13th Annual Rio Grande Valley Celtic Festival and Highland Games held in Albuquerque. The Order of the Thistle is a volunteer work group originated to maintain the Scottish Rite Cathedral in Santa Fe, but it has expanded its mission to include projects for the good of Masonry. The uniform of the Order is kilt, kilt shirt, and balmoral with badge.
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Seen fingerprinting two children at the recent Rio Grande Valley Celtic Festival in Albuquerque, New Mexico, are (l to r): Bro. Thomas H. Goodgame, Jr. P.M., 32°; Bro. Dr. C. Fritz Froehlich, 32°; and Bro. Scott W. Hudson, 32°. |
Pictured left is Bro. Barry R.
Stocker, Supreme Tall Cedar of North America, from Phillipsburg,
New Jersey, along with the Tall Cedar Goodwill Ambassador for
the year 2000, Shane R. Burcaw, of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Shane
was diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy in 1993. He attends
the "Pegasus Gifted Program" in second grade, enjoys
computers and video games, and drives his wheelchair really fast.
A member of his church's children's choir, he is also a great
storyteller the local Muscular Dystrophy Associate Ambassador.