WMJ February 2019 PDF
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7 Madison Lodge No. 5 will host the coordinator for the Dane 9 McKinley Lodge No. 307, 2019 Murder Mystery Dinner, 5 p.m.,
County Community Restorative Courts, Ron Johnson, as a guest $30 per person, reservation only, tickets must be purchased by March
speaker. Open to Masons and non-Masons. Formal dining room, Madi- 1. Brookfield Masonic Center, 4550 N. Pilgrim Rd., Brookfield. Contact
son Masonic Center. No charge. Contact is Bro. Stuart Graham at gra- Bro. Mike Gorgen at [email protected] or 262-820-0812. See
[email protected]. See page 10. page 4.
9 “Masonic Day of Light”, Janesville Masonic Center. 9 Silas H. Shepherd Lodge No. 1843 meeting hosted by Geneva
Lodge No. 44, 335 S. Lake Shore Dr., Lake Geneva, 9 a.m. coffee and
9 Swingin’ with the Blues, hosted by the Scottish Rite Valley of carbs, 10 a.m. meeting, noon lunch.
Milwaukee. Chandelier Ballroom in Hartford, 6 to 11 p.m. $25 per per-
son. Contact Valley Office for reservations at 414-727-3151. See page 13 District 11 Spring Meeting, dinner at 6 p.m. and meeting at 7
19. p.m. Hosted by Laflin-St. James Lodge No. 247, 206 S. Main St., Muk-
wonago.
12 Menomonie Lodge No. 164, Sweethearts Dinner Honoring
Ladies of the Lodge. Oasis 6 p.m. dinner 6:30 p.m., Old Towne, 16 Nathan Hale Lodge No. 350 hosts “A Tribute to Heroes: Healing
Menomonie. Cost is $25 per person tax & tip included. Please RSVP Through the Outdoors” to Benefit Wisconsin Heroes Outdoor Fund.
to Bro. Jon Scott, 612-812-3362. Tripoli Shrine Center. Doors open at 4 p.m., program at 6 p.m. See
page 11.
13 Union Lodge No. 32, Sweetest Night, 6 p.m., Village Inn,
Footville, Order from menu in our own room, informal attire. RSVP to 20 Three Pillars Lunch and Learn.
Bro. Dwight Redders at 608-882-5440. 21 Nathan Hale Lodge No. 350, 3rd Annual Dessert Lodge, 6:30
15-17 Zor Shrine Circus – Madison. p.m. sharp, Tripoli Shrine Center, Milwaukee. Cost is $15, must be 21
to attend. Deadline for ticket sales is Feb. 11. Tickets are available at:
16 Waukesha Lodge No. 37, Shrimp Boil, Waukesha Masonic Cen- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nathan-hale-350-dessert-lodge-tickets-
ter, 317 South St., Waukesha. $25 per ticket. This will include dinner 54469575968.
(choice of shrimp or chicken, sausage, corn, potatoes, mushrooms and
onions), one drink ticket, and a ticket to the Grand prize drawing. Seat- 22 29th Annual Scimitar Sportsman’s Night, Tripoli Shrine Center,
ing limited to 100. Will have multiple raffles and prizes. Registration will 3000 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee. Giving away over 70 guns. VIP
start at 5 p.m. Dinner at 5:45 p.m. We advise individuals to purchase Entry, 4 p.m., doors open, 5 p.m.; dinner at 7:15. Register before Jan.
tickets prior to the event due to limited seating, go to 31 for early sign up specials. Call Gerry for details at 414-460-7548 or
https://bit.ly/2CnLlsZ. go online at www.scimitarfoundation.com. See page 12.
18 Hiram Lodge No. 50 Table Lodge, open to all Masons (EA, FC 24 Wisconsin DeMolay, “DeMolay Day” celebrating 100 years of
and MM). Brothers from any lodge are welcome to attend, dress is DeMolay, Madison Masonic Center, at 1 p.m. See page 9.
business attire. Dinner at 6:30 p.m. followed by the traditional table 25 Ozaukee Lodge No. 17, Port Washington, Table Lodge and Fish
lodge program, $20 per person. RSVP to Bro. Matt Hughey by Feb. Boil, appetizers 5:30 p.m. dinner 6 p.m., $25. Grand Master Scott E.
12. Phone 608-839-0134 or by email [email protected]. Pedley will be the guest speaker.
See page 24.
Continued on page 13
22-24 Tripoli Shrine Circus, exotic animals, elephants and tigers.
UWM Panther Arena.
Grand
23 Wisconsin Masonic Academy, hosted by Lake Country Freema-
sons Lodge No. 42, 2911 N. Dousman Rd., Oconomowoc. Lodge
F. & A.M.
24 Oregon Chapter #49 OES, 125th Anniversary, Social 1 p.m.,
program 1:30 p.m. Light Refreshments to follow. Oregon Masonic Cen- of WI Twitter
ter,201 Park St., Oregon. RSVP to Catherine Pryes, 2510 Canterbury
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THE
WISCONSIN
Masonic Journal
VOLUME LII, NUMBER 2 The Official Publication of the Grand Lodge, Free and Accepted Masons of Wisconsin FEBRUARY 2019
Grand Master. tional support and scientific ef- about the perpetual program is it
Thoughts for the Journey
District Deputy Grand Master re- forts. allows a Brother to leave a legacy By Reverend Donald F. Iliff, Grand Chaplain
ports from each District were He reviewed why the Founda- to his lodge, as his dues goes on
given throughout the two days.
Each DDGMs reported on the
tion was established, the chartered
purposes, what the Foundation
being paid after he passes.
Senior Grand Deacon Paul T.
A Spiritual Temple
successes and challenges in their does, where it does the work, its Tourville, Junior Grand Deacon During the MM degree, I’m called upon to deliver the Apron Ad-
Districts and what they are doing working tools and how it is sup- David R. Ritchie and Senior dress. This address that is used in our lodge was compiled by two
to assist struggling lodges. Lodges ported. Grand Steward Thomas W. Brother Masons in the late 1970’s in Badger Lodge 345, LaCrosse.
with programming and good com- The foundation has provided Stevens presented a Strategic There is one sentence which has caught my at-
munications continue to be suc- well over 13,000 scholarships Planning update. tention in these past few weeks. It states: “The
cessful. Many more lodges are since the early 80s. The AEDs Grand Treasurer Jeffrey L. Bry- message taught in this MM degree is that you
including ladies and children. have saved 30 lives. The Acts of den gave a report on the budget. should build in your heart (life) a spiritual temple
Some lodges having one meeting Kindness matching funds are mak- He stated we are running in line as beautiful as King Solomon’s temple was in
per month for business and one ing a difference in Wisconsin com- with the budget. The revenue is real life”.
for social. The Random Act of munities. It also provides relief in running on track and some ex- As I pondered this, I wondered what goes into
Kindness has been a big help to case of natural disasters. penses are coming in lower than building a spiritual temple — a Masonic life? The
the lodges. Many lodges have ben- It also provides support for expected. following words are but a sampling of what it
efitted greatly from joining their Three Pillars Senior Living Com- Grand Orator William Beetcher, could be.
local Chamber of Commerce. munities. PGM, gave a report on the Wis-
The rest of the afternoon was When the candidate is beginning his involve-
The foundation funds have a consin Masonic Academy. The ment in Masonry he is asked, “In whom do you
spent in breakout sessions for the 7.25 per cent growth with .09 next Academy is coming up on
Progressive Line Officers, Grand put your trust?” As we build that spiritual temple Grand Chaplain
percent operating costs. Feb. 23 hosted by Lake Country
Lodge Planning and DDGMs. in our lives, a relationship with the GAU seems Donald F. Iliff
The Grand Master stated the Freemasons Lodge in
The DDGMs worked on what Spruce up Program may possibly Oconomowoc. Those attending obvious and appropriate. The Holy Writings tell
they could change in their District be revived through the Grand gave very positive feedback on the of God’s activity in humanities life — “I will be your God and you
to “move the needle” and make a Lodge budget. It was a very bene- sessions. Masons of all age groups will be my people”. As we rely and are aware of this Presence in our
difference. ficial program to move lodges to were in attendance. lives, it helps us expand who we are simply by listening to God, and
Saturday morning began with a better maintain their facilities. The After a break for lunch a few reading the inspired words of scripture. When we “walk with the
prayer from Grand Chaplain Iliff. possibility of having a fund, where more DDGMs gave their reports. Lord”, our lives take on an assurance which helps us to be our best.
Hosting District Deputy Grand lodges that are financially able, Grand Lecturer Lawrence L. As we attempt to build a spiritual temple, Masonic tradition re-
Master Jason E. Laramee wel- would be able to contribute to Ganske gave a Masonic “Day of minds us that “before any great or important activity, first invoke
come the Brethren to District 6 help lodges maintain and improve Light” update. Twenty-eight the blessing of Deity”. Prayer focuses our attention upon the pres-
and gave a few facts about the their buildings was discussed. Brothers were raised in Oshkosh. ence of God in our life. It is reflective in that we tend to review our
area. Past Grand Master L. Arby The next “Day of Light” is in situational need, interactive as we seek God’s guidance, and, often
District 10 Deputy Grand Mas- Humphrey gave a report on mem- Janesville on Feb. 9, with another involves a promise on our part of how we will proceed. As we build
ter Charles L. Smith advised the bership, showing detailed graphs. following at the Eau Claire Ma- that spiritual temple — a Masonic life-style — prayer keeps our lives
Brethren of the help needed by He stated finding the right men- sonic Center on March 30. focused upon God.
Bro. Hugo Terrazas and his family tor for a candidate is necessary Janesville already has 21 candi- Where would we be without study? We grow and mature in Ma-
after a tragic auto accident on and it is important to set dates for dates registered. sonry not in a vacuum but as we are exposed to the thinking and
Jan. 1. See article on page 3. advancement, not allowing the Grand Master Pedley reflected
Bro. Dr. Jaime Boero, Senior ideas of those past and present. As we work on perfecting our ritual
candidate to stall. on his recent trip to Superior to work, we hear ourselves saying words and concepts which will help
Warden of Marshfield Lodge No. The Wisconsin Program works be a part of the new Dyslexia Cen-
224, gave a welcome to the us to become better men. After we have memorized words such as
very well when it is followed, if not ter opening and what a great op-
Brethren. He gave a very interest- Brotherly Love, Justice and Humility, hopefully we will find those
it is a failure. portunity it was. He urged the
ing talk at dinner on Sat. evening Grand Master Pedley said he Brethren to contribute to the words becoming part of our actions, and the spiritual temple of our
on growing up in Peru and the dif- signed off on 77 NPDs. He has Grand Masters Appeal which will lives will continue to be built!
ference Masons made in his life purchased a software program to go to the new center. I have personally witnessed the mentoring effect one Mason has
while still living in Peru. Bro. locate the lost Brothers and he is The group broke into three on another. We don’t always realize it at the time, but our words of
Boero, a Neurologist at Marshfield making contact with each of breakout sessions for the rest of wisdom or counsel do matter. How we conduct ourselves around
Medical Center, became a Mason them. His goal is to reach out to the afternoon: Executive Commit- others is noticed. Our seriousness to doing the ritual well and living
after settling in Marshfield. every one of the 77 to find out tee, Grand Lodge Planning Com- it is noticed. As many builders work on an edifice each one’s talents
Bro. Gary Beier gave an update why they no longer paid their mittee and District Deputy Grand and experience contributes to the completion of the building. The
on Masonic Charities. The foun- dues. Masters. finished product can be one of beauty. While we work at our Ma-
dation supports literary efforts, Our average age is going down, The Saturday evening meal in- sonic life-style, the newly-made MM’s in our midst observe and per-
(such as the Wis. Masonic Jour- it is now 62. We had 100 less cluded proper etiquette training by haps benefit.
nal), charitable programs, educa- deaths in the last year. Nancy Saggio. Our charitable actions and our service to humanity help in building
The committee is looking into Following the church service that spiritual temple. As the tenets and cardinal virtues are contem-
Advertise in the creating a form to be filled out for Sunday morning conducted by plated, they too, shape our lives. Whether we are memorizing or
resignations with the same ques- Grand Chaplain Donald F. Iliff, the observing the rituals of Masonry, they become part of our thought
Wisconsin Masonic tions as Form 81. Grand Master dismissed the offi- process and we benefit.
Journal The committee is working on an cers due to the extreme weather In some ways, Brotherly Love is the cornerstone of it all. When
online petition. conditions as many had a long dis- Brotherly Love guides us in our relationships with others, all that is
Contact Diane Igl The Master stated he has asked tance to travel. good about Masonry is on display. When Brotherly Love pervades
PGM Allan E. Iding to look into
262-965-3979 our inner thoughts and outward activity, the spiritual temple contin-
again creating some sort of per- See photos
petual membership program or ues to be built. It is a life-long process as this spiritual temple is al-
Email: [email protected] on page 26
life membership. The nice thing ways under construction — and, that is good. As we seek the GAU’s
guidance, prayerfully pondering the focus of our life, finding ways
to live with Brotherly Love, “you will continue to build that spiritual
Directory of Grand Lodge Officers & Contacts temple of your life”.
Fraternally,
Grand Master Junior Grand Deacon District 4 Grand Lodge Don Iliff
Scott E. Pedley (25) David R. Ritchie (64) James F. Van De Hey (322)
Res. 608-759-2081 608-776-2698 920-676-1471 Office
Cell 608-482-0424 [email protected] [email protected] Grand Lodge F. & A. M. of Wisconsin Grand Chaplain Donald F. Iliff can be reached at
[email protected] 36275 Sunset Dr. Don [email protected] or 608-399-1517.
Senior Grand Steward District 5
Deputy Grand Master Thomas W. Stevens (112) Dousman, WI 53118
Gerald L. McDonald (132)
Robert C. Strader (363) 715-579-8949
608-344-1424 262-965-2200
Res. 262-827-1606 [email protected]
Cell 414-678-8785
[email protected] Fax: 262-965-4211
[email protected] Junior Grand Steward
Jeffrey S. Schoenfeldt (319) District 6 Grand Secretary:
Senior Grand Warden 608-609-1447 Jason E. Laramee (128)
[email protected] 715-451-8748 Michael DeWolf, PGM
Kenneth C. Gorgen (307)
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Oshkosh “Masonic Day of Light” know was that it was ancient; nothing new
William Beetcher
about that in our gentle Craft, but why is it used for the Steward’s
emblem and why a horn?
Raises 28 new Master Masons So, I started doing a little research, and found it has a most in-
teresting history. The word itself is Latin (cornu copiae) and means
“Horn of Plenty”. I quickly discovered it originated in ancient clas-
By Rich Rygh trict 4 Lecturer Moses Adams. man, that good and decent man sical mythology, where there are many stories of its origin. One
Grand Lecturer Lawrence L. The Grand Master stated what that is emblematical of all that is of the best-known involves the birth and nurturance of the infant
Ganske, assisted by District 10 a honor it is to be with you today good in this world.”
Zeus, who had to be hidden from his devouring father Cronus. In
Lecturer Erwin A. Weuhr, and as you embark on this great Ma- The Entered Apprentice De-
their teams, raised 28 new Master sonic Journey. He said, “Just and gree was conferred by the District a cave on Mount Ida on the island of Crete, Zeus was protected
Masons at the Oshkosh Masonic upright Masons are ‘stirring up 4 York Rite Degree Team with and cared for by several divine attendants, one of whom was the
Center on Jan. 12. good wherever they go’, just and Bro. James Stauton in the East. goat Amalthea, who fed him with her milk. Even at a young age,
Grand Master Scott E. Pedley upright Masons are gentlemen The Fellowcraft Degree Team the future king of the gods had unusual abilities and strength, and
welcomed the new candidates fol- first and foremost . . . our obliga- was assembled by District 10 Lec- in playing with Amalthea he accidentally broke off one of her
lowing the opening of the Lodge tion requires it. It is my hope that turer Erwin A. Weuhr. Bro. Chad horns, which then had the divine power to provide unending nour-
by a degree team made up of when any Freemason goes into a Michels conferred the ishment. To atone for this, Zeus promised Amalthea that the horn
Brethren from District 4 York Rite room of non-Masons that that Degree,Bro. Tom Abbot gave the would always be full of whatever fruits she desired. In another myth,
Team under the direction of Dis- Mason stands out as that gentle- See “Day of Light” on page 23 the Cornucopia was created when Heracles (Roman Hercules)
wrestled with the river god Achelous and wrenched off one of his
horns.
Bro. Hugo Terrazas and His Over time, it became the cornucopia of the Roman goddess
Copia, the personification of plenty. It also became the attribute
of several other Greek and Roman deities, particularly those asso-
Family Need Our Assistance ciated with the harvest, prosperity, or spiritual abundance, such as
personifications of Earth (Gaia or Terra); the child Plutus, god of
riches and son of the grain goddess Demeter; the nymph Maia;
Bro. Hugo Terrazas and his fam- sciousness. He is still recovering and Fortuna, the goddess of luck, who had the power to grant
ily was driving home from Wiscon- and remains in very serious condi- prosperity. In the Roman Imperial cult, abstract Roman deities who
sin Dells on Jan. 1, 2019. While tion but is expected to survive his fostered peace and prosperity were also depicted with a cornu-
legally turning at an intersection injuries. The length of his recovery copia, including Abundantia and Annona, goddess of the grain
their vehicle was struck by a semi- will be measured in months or supply to the city of Rome. Pluto, the classical ruler of the Under-
trailer that ran the red light at the years until he can return to some world in the Ancient Religions, was a giver of agricultural, mineral
intersection. Bro. Terrazas (44 semblance of normalcy. and spiritual wealth, and in art is often depicted holding a Cornu-
years old) was air lifted to UW- Bro. Terrazas is the Junior Dea-
Madison hospital where he under- con of Ozaukee Lodge No. 17, copia to distinguish him from the gloomier Hades, who holds a
went emergency surgery for Port Washington, drinking horn instead.
bleeding and pressure in his brain. Bro. Terrazas’ wife, Lisa, was Considering the history and traditions of this emblem, it is most
He was then placed into a med- killed instantly as the brunt of the fitting that the Cornucopia emblem is assigned to the Stewards be-
ically induced coma due to a con- crash was directly on the passen- cause of their function in administering to the Brethren at the hours
tinued bleed within his brain and ger side of the car. Her funeral of refreshment, providing both peace and comfort.
subsequent pressure fluctuations services were held on Jan. 12 at Bro. Hugo Terrazas with his
for a period of two weeks. Bro. Strouf Funeral Home, in Racine. wife Lisa and daughters Something further to ponder, my Brothers…
Terrazas is currently out of the Their youngest daughter, Giana, Giana and Tatiana. Fraternally,
coma and is breathing on his own suffered a fractured vertebrae, col-
but has not yet regained full con- larbone and pelvis and is recover- ing with extended family. Bill Beetcher, PM, PGM
The eldest daughter, Tatiana, left Grand Orator
the family New Year’s celebration
early and was not in the car at the
time of the accident. Feedback and questions are always welcome.
The brethren of Ozaukee Lodge Contact Grand Orator William Beetcher at
[email protected]
have been in constant contact
with Bro. Terrazas’ extended fam-
ily in an attempt to provide aid
and assistance for the care of the
daughters of Hugo and Lisa. If you Eau Claire from page 1
would like to financially help and
contribute to the care of Bro. Ter- “Day of Light”. These lessons can vital part during the degrees. De-
razsa’ daughters and recovery be found in the green book, Fur- tailed instructions will be provided
Mini Meat Loaves there are two ways you can direct ther Light in Masonry. Lodges to each candidate’s mentor during
donations. may also offer a public celebration the day.
Nancy Stang
For immediate release of funds recognizing their new Brothers. Registration deadline for the
to the family for immediate relief, Mentors and visitors must bring Eau Claire session will be Friday,
Ingredients:
direct donations to Ozaukee an apron for use doing the de- March 22. No walk-in registra-
1 lb ground beef Lodge No. 17, c/o WM Gary Mc- grees as none will be provided by tions will be allowed as training
1 egg, beaten Clellan, 691 West Dekora Street, the host site. Lunch is included in materials and food preparation
½ cup chopped onion Saukville, WI 53080. the candidate’s registration fee, need to be planned for.
⅓ cup milk
½ cup chopped celery For long term care of the daugh- however Mentors, Degree Teams Traditional requirements by the
ters a go-fund me page has been and visitors will be required to pay lodge for new candidates still
¼ cup dry bread crumbs established at the following link; for their own lunch. apply. The lodges must go
https://www.gofundme.com/hel A mentor must accompany through the background check,
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words on the medallion translate to Freedom, Equality
and Brotherhood.
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Montello Lodge assists veterans Grand Master Scott E. Pedley, fromer Lafayette County Sheriff, presents the Civil War Sword
display case to Portage County Sheriff Mike Lucas.
Bro. Neil Jarman (left) from Montello Lodge No. 141 presents a check
to Kris Bergh, veteran’s service officer for the Marquette County Vet- Grand Master Scott E. Pedley injured during the battle which Courtrights but they escaped and
eran’s Service Office. The check represents proceeds made at a recent presented a Civil War Sword dis- claimed over 23,000 lives. were later apprehended.
spaghetti dinner held in Montello. The Lodge was able to double the play case on behalf of Evergreen When Bro. Baker came home Sheriff Baker died from his in-
donation thanks to matching funds from the Random Acts of Kindness Lodge to Portage County Sheriff he became the Sheriff of Portage juries on the following day.
program. Mike Lucas on Jan. 9, Law En- County. On Oct. 18, 1875, a posse
Submitted by Bro. Keith Wohlfert forcement Appreciation Day in On October 11, 1875 while at- stormed the jail where the Cour-
Wisconsin. The sword had been in tempting to serve an eviction no- trights were being held for trial
possession of Evergreen Lodge tice in the Town of Buena Vista and took them to a location near
No. 93, Stevens Point, and previ- Sheriff Baker was shot by Amos the intersection of Water St. and
ously by Plover Lodge No. 76, as Courtright. The Courtrights had Sherman St. in Stevens Point and
it was donated to the lodge upon previously threatened the Sheriff hanged them.
the death of Sheriff Joseph Baker, with violence should he attempt to Bro. Joseph Baker was raised in
by his widow in October of 1875. eject them from the property. Plover Lodge No. 76 on August
Bro. Dustin Kitzman, a Detec- Upon being injured Sheriff Baker 7, 1869. He was buried with Ma-
tive with the Portage County ordered the place to be burned in sonic Honors on Oct. 14,1875.
Sheriff’s Office gave a presenta- order to effect the arrest of the Submitted by Bro. John White
tion on circumstances surrounding
Sheriff Baker’s death. Also con-
tributing to the event was Bro.
Kevin Sorenson and Bro. John Please email your submissions to:
White who refurbished the case,
and mounted the sword. The Wisconsin Masonic Journal
The sword was carried by Bro.
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April 2019
13 Mystic Tie Lodge No. 280, Ladysmith, Annual Relief Raffle Drawing, 2 p.m. Mystic Masonic Center, 705 E. 3rd St.
N., Ladysmith.
18 Valley of Madison Scottish Rite, Maundy Thursday Program, 7:30 p.m., Madison Masonic Center Auditorium.
20 Valley of Madison Scottish Rite, Holy Saturday Service, 10 a.m., Madison Masonic Center Auditorium.
26 Three Pillars, “An Evening of Music and Memories”. A fundraising gala, Marriott Milwaukee West.
May 2019
11 District 5 District Meeting, La Crosse Masonic Center.
18 Valley of Madison Scottish Rite, 10th Annual Walk for Dyslexia at Brittingham Park in Madison. Registration/Check-
in begins at 7:30 a.m.; walk begins at 8:30 a.m. Visit www.walkfordyslexiamadison.org for details.
June 2019
7-8 Annual Communication, Madison Masonic Center.
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Lodges Install Officers for 2019
Grand Family’.”
By Bro. Milt Helmer
The newly appointed Chaplain Beth and her older brother Mark For Sale
of the Wisconsin Grand Chapter were born in Waukesha County,
Order of the Eastern Star brings a to Eugene and Sarah Seegers. Arlington Park Cemetery,
unique perspective to the Grand Her mother is a 50 year member
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Beth Wrobleski has been a social She says “I gain strength and
worker for her entire career, start- encouragement through Eastern
ing out with the University of Wis- Star to do my best in my profes- 2 cemetery plots in the Masonic Section
consin – Madison where she sional and personal life” adding “I
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Beth said “I love creating strong have two adult daughter, Maia, Beth Wrobleski
public policy that helps people in who works in disability policy, is Grand Chaplain
time of need.” married to Jim and lives in Cot-
After 25 years of Civil Service tage Grove. Daughters Sonja lives
Beth retired from the State and in the Los Angeles area and is a Email your 2019 Lodge Officer photo to [email protected].
now is a full-time Executive Direc- personal trainer.
tor of a non-profit, Employment
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promotes community employ-
ment for people with significant
disabilities. Beth has received
three awards for her service in this
field: The Victor Contrucci Award,
the Elsie Shaw Award and the
Long Haul Award.
Beth became a member of East-
ern Star in 2004 when she was
initiated along with her daughter
Maia. Her star heritage is through
her maternal grandfather Carl
Olson.
She held offices of Worthy Ma-
tron, Associate Matron, Conduc-
tress and many times as Associate
Conductress. This is the first time
she has held an office outside the
compass points. She said “I am
honored by this post and welcome
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Lincoln Lodge No. 183, Menomonee Falls, officers for 2019. Front row from left: Dan
Stujenske, Treasurer; Bro. Ron Outcelt, Junior Warden; Terry Tracy, Master; Craig Bum-
gardner, Senior Warden; and Lowell Mueller, Chaplain. Second row: Mike Nooyen; Rick
Giuliani, Secretary; and Kevin Wegner, Junior Deacon Back row: Past Grand Master Craig
S. Campbell, and Lowell Scott (Milwaukee-Harmony Lodge #261). Not pictured: Ken
Krivichi, Senior Deacon; and Larry Wegner Sr., Tiler.
Submitted by District 11 Deputy Grand Master Dennis J. Krahn
Project Adam
AED Program
Saves Lives
Since it's inception, our Ma-
sonic Medical Foundation defibril-
lator program has been known to
have saved 30 lives!
The Wisconsin Masonic Foun-
dation Medical Fund is still proudly
supporting matching grants for
the placement of Automatic Exter-
nal Defibrillators in schools and
other public buildings. Since the
cost of the units has come down
over the years, we offer a dollar
for dollar match of up to $800 per
unit ($1600 total).
Grants that are considered part
of Project ADAM (AEDs in Wis-
consin High Schools) are pre-ap-
proved, while an AED placed in
any other level of school or public
building must be voted upon by
the Board of Directors at their
quarterly meeting.
In order to have a grant request
considered, a Lodge must submit:
1) A letter defining the pro-
gram, cost of the unit, whom it
will serve, organization's impact
on the community, etc., on Lodge
letterhead.
2) A letter from the organiza-
tion receiving the AED, stating
that they do not have funds set
aside in their budget for this type
of purchase.
3) Up to $800 in matching
funds, made payable to the: Wis-
consin Masonic Foundation- Med-
ical Fund.
This is still a very important pro-
gram, and now is the time, if your
Lodge has not participated.
There are many places in Wiscon-
sin communities that could benefit
from this lifesaving equipment.
If your Lodge has already placed
an AED(s), now is a great time to
check back with them. Do they
need to upgrade their unit? Do
they need replacement pads and
batteries? The Medical Fund can
assist with matching grants for
those efforts as well.
Contact Erika Miller, Develop-
ment Officer, Wisconsin Masonic
Foundation, 36275 Sunset Drive,
Dousman, WI 53118 262-965-
2200, ext. 831. Email
[email protected].
Years of Service
Presentations
Due to space limitations and the
number of “years of service
awards” presented by the lodges,
the Wisconsin Masonic Journal is
only able to publish photos of 50
year and over members.
Exceptions can be made due to
illness and special situations.
Grand Lecturer Lawrence L. Ganske educates the new Masons in the Entered Apprentice Degree.
Grand Master Scott E. Pedley addresses
the new candidates.
At left: Bro. Larry Zochert presents the
second section of the Entered Apprentice
Degree to Bro. Cutler Nowak. Photos by Rich Rygh
See story
on page 3
See list of
new Master
Masons on District 10 Deputy Grand Master Charles L.
page 23 Smith (lower left) presents a historical ac- Bro. Ted Lyons presents the working
count of the Master Mason Degree to the tools during the conferral of the Master
new Masons and their Mentors. Mason Degree.
Lodge
Excellence
Award
Applications must be
received by your
District Deputy Bro. James Luy (second from right) is a sixth generation
Grand Master Mason. From left: his father Bro. John Luy; James Luy; his
by February 15. grandfather Past Grand Master Stanley R. Jagow; and his
Mentor Bro. John Orth. All are members of Hartford Lodge
Bro. Paschen was Master in 1961 No. 120.
The application can
Grand Master Scott E. Pedley poses for a picture with Bro. Allen
Paschen at the Baraboo Lodge installation of officers. Bro. Paschen is be downloaded from The Masonic “Day of
Baraboo’s Senior Past Master, he served the lodge as Master in 1961. www.wisc-freemasonry.org Light” held in Oshkosh on
A 64 year Mason he was raised on Sept. 9, 1954. Jan. 12 was an excellent
Submitted by Bro. Jerry Jackson opportunity to bring fam-
ily members into Freema-
sonry.
New Master Masons It was a very successful
day with 28 new Masons
Masonic Day of Light in Oshkosh being raised.
The next “Day of Light”
will be in Janesville on
Matthew Benjamin, H. L. Palmer Lodge No. 301 Eric Ott, Virginia Falls Lodge No. 226 Feb. 9, followed by one at
Berlin Bolle, Oshkosh Lodge No. 27 Thomas Pool, Twin Cities Lodge No. 61 the Eau Claire Masonic
Center on Sat., March 30.
Kyle DeVeau, Shawano No. 170 Kevin Rammel, Ozaukee Lodge No. 17
Brandon Fletcher, Oshkosh Lodge No. 27 Ryan Ramnarace, Baraboo Lodge No. 34
Brad Hill, Oshkosh Lodge No. 27 Paul Rosenthal, Washburn Lodge No. 145 Photos by Bro. Tony Pool (left) mentored
Jay Hull, Theodore Roosevelt Lodge No. 322 Roger Rosenthal, Washburn Lodge No. 145 Rich Rygh his father Bro. Thomas Pool.
Both Brothers are members of
Wayne Juedes, Winneconne Lodge No.186 Steven Rosenthal, Washburn Lodge No. 145 Twin Cities Lodge No. 61,
Anthony Kopfhamer, Fort Winnebago No. 33 Dennis Shimanek, Des Peres Lodge No. 85 Neenah.
Randy Larson, Oshkosh No. 27 Donald Shumate, Henry L. Palmer Lodge No. 301
James Luy, Hartford No. 120 Geoffrey Sutton, Brookfield No. 370
Duane Matthies, Sheboygan No. 11 Timothy Trettin, Appleton Lodge No. 349
Gabe Morgan, Twin Cities Lodge No. 61 Jason Vogel, West Allis No. 291 Like us on Facebook
Cutler Nowak, Virginia Falls Lodge No. 226 Alex Wuest, Oshkosh No. 27 Wisconsin Masonic Charities
Jess Olenski, Crandon, No. 187 Antonio York, Ozaukee No. 17
Traveling Gavel
District 1 District 7
Keystone Lodge No. 236 Hiram Lodge No. 50
District 2 District 8
Collins-Spring Valley No. 192 Franklin Lodge No. 16
District 3 District 9
Mystic Tie Lodge No. 280 Glenn L. Humphrey No. 364
District 4 District 10
Theodore Roosevelt No. 322 Berlin Lodge No. 38
District 5 District 11
Decora Lodge No. 177 Lincoln Lodge No. 183
District 6 District 12 Bro. Justin Kinney is new MM in Valley Lodge
Wisconsin Rapids Lodge No. 128 Nathan Hale Lodge No. 350
Bro. Justin Kinney (front row center) was raised a Master Mason in Valley Lodge No. 60, Sparta on Jan.
Please check with the Master of the lodge listed before scheduling a trip to
16.
Submitted by Bro. Matt Brigson
claim the Traveling Gavel. It may already have been claimed by or delivered
to another lodge.
New Richmond Lodge No. 195 was the host lodge for the Area 1 School of Instruction on Jan. 16.
Grand Lecturer Lawrence L. Ganske, District Lecturer again offered another great school. There was
100% Lodge participation with Area 1 Lodges: Clear Lake, Menomonie, New Richmond, Star Prairie
(North Star) and Collins-Spring Valley. Area Administrator Scott Carstens did a wonderful job coor-
dinating this event with his lodges.
Photo by Junior Grand Warden Gary L. Stang
Chippewa Falls Lodge No.176 hosted the Area 2 School of Instruction on January 15. Brethren from
Chippewa Falls, Chetek and Bloomer participated in an outstanding school. Grand Lecturer Lawrence
L. Ganske, District Lecturer, presented a varied curriculum that was highlighted by much friendship
and brotherly love. Area Administrator Steve Klein was also instrumental in making this a fantastic
school.
Photo by Senior Grand Steward Thomas W. Stevens
Eau Claire Lodge No.112 was the host lodge for the Area 3 School of Instruction held at the Eau
Claire Masonic Center on Jan. 22. Masonic Brothers from Eau Claire Lodge, George B. Wheeler
Lodge, Sanctuary Lodge, Buffalo Riverand Durand-Pepin Lodge, assembled for instruction under the
guidance of Grand Lecturer Larwrence L. Ganske, District Lecturer, and solid assistance from Area
Administrator Ron Malcolm. Fellowship and brotherly love were in abundance and a wonderful evening
was had by all!
Submitted by District 2 Deputy Grand Master Earl Gunderson
Multiple-Letter
Ciphers
Bro. Dr. Jaime Boero, Senior Grand Orator William Beetcher, PGM, pres-
Warden of Marshfield Lodge ents an update on the Wisconsin Masonic See story on page 1
No. 224, gives a welcome to Academies
the Grand Lodge Officers.
Nancy Saggio gives lessons on proper etiquette during the Saturday evening dinner. Clockwise
from far left: Breanne Ivens; Annie Fang; Grand Secretary Michael A. DeWolf, PGM; Grand
Brothers listen to the Memberhip Committee re- Marshal Robert D. Canfield; Nancy Sagio; District 7 Deputy Grand Master Mathew H. Ivens;
port. Henry Ivens; and Norah Ivens.
Photos by
Rich Rygh
At right:
Grand Chap-
lain Donald
F. Iliff con-
ducts the
Sunday
morning
church serv-
ice.
Stated Communications
Meet 2nd Monday, 7 p.m. Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 p.m.
Dark July & August Dark June, July & August
Rhinelander Waupun
Rhinelander Lodge No. 242 Waupun Lodge No. 48
23 E. Davenport St. • 715-362-3080 16 S. Madison St. • 920-324-3141
Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m. Meets 1st Tuesday, 7:30 p.m.
Meets All Year Dark July & August
Ripon Wauwatosa
Prairie View Lodge No. 95 Henry L. Palmer Lodge No. 301
W14188 County Rd. KK. • 920-229-6204 4315 N. 92nd St. • 262-424-6993
Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m. 4th Fri., 6 p.m. dinner, 7 p.m. meeting
Dark 4th Tues. Nov. & Dec., 2nd Tues. Jan. Meets All Year
Lodge raises money for ambulance service 3rd Tuesday only July & August Dark July & August
Sheboygan Wauwatosa
Members of Hancock Lodge No. 229, Ellsworth, as well as Brothers from Northwestern Lodge No. 105, Sheboygan Lodge No. 11 Wisconsin Lodge No. 13
411 St. Clair Ave. • 920-718-1986 (Sec.) 4315 N. 92nd St. • 262-939-2985 (Sec)
Prescott, were present on Jan. 17, for the final of a series of four meat raffles held the Common Man Tap Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.
Meet 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.
and Table. This was a fundraiser to benefit the Ellsworth Area Ambulance Service. From left: Joyce Swan, Meets All Year Dark June & July
Ellen Sherry, Mary Bristol, Frank During, Kris Webster and EMS Director Jesse Willenbring.
Photo by Bro. Milt Helmer Shell Lake West Allis
Shell Lake /Spooner Lodge No. 221 Day-lite Lodge No. 358
28 Doboy Drive • 715-296-3638 7515 W. National Ave. • 414-257-9450
Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m. Meet 1st & 3rd Mondays, 9:30 a.m.
Meets All Year Meets All Year
Support the
Shullsburg West Allis
Wisconsin Masonic Soccer Foundation Amicitia Lodge No. 25 Wauwatosa Lodge No. 267
7515 W. National Ave. • 262-662-9934
127½ Water St. • 608-963-5951
Meet 2nd & 4th Thursday, 7 p.m. Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year Dark July & August
Contact
Sparta West Bend
West Bend Lodge No. 138
Erika Miller Valley Lodge No. 60
603 N. Court St. • 608-269-2616
Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesday, 7 p.m.
301 N. University Dr. • 262-323-6532
Meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7 p.m.
Meets All Year
[email protected] Dark July & August
Superior Winneconne
Acacia-Itasca Lodge No. 329 Winneconne Lodge No. 186
3117 N. 21 St .• 218-590-2754 (Sec.) 100 N. 1st Street • 608-219-6935 (Sec)
Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7 p.m. Meet 2nd & 4th Tues., 7 p.m.
Meets All Year Dark Dec., Jan. and Feb.
Waukesha
Waukesha Lodge No. 37
317 South Street • 262-701-7037
Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. To list your lodge contact
Dark July & August Diane Igl,
[email protected]
Waupaca 262-965-3979
Waupaca Lodge No. 123
105½ N. Main Street • 715-258-6198
Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m.
Dark June, July & August
Knowledge of
Good and Evil
It could be argued that what we
need, in the present state of the
world, is not just more and more
scientists and technologists, but
more people who’s understanding
has been broadened, whose minds
have been illuminated, and sym-
pathies deepened through educa-
tion in the humanities and the
liberal arts . . . perhaps the quality
most in short supply is not techni-
cal competence but human under-
standing, not intelligence but
wisdom.
A great British scholar, Sir
Richard Livingstone said, “We
cannot have too much science,
technology, economics, but they
lose their usefulness unless we see
clearly the ends for which we in-
tend to use them, and unless those
ends are worthy of man. They
deal with means and not with
ends, and the more we have of
them the more we need to
strengthen, in both education and
life, those studies whose subject is
'the knowledge of good and evil’.”
125th Anniversary
organization or a local unit of gov-
ernment (school or other municipal cross." That comment drew a round of applause.
or county entity). Photo by Bro. Milt Helmer
Participating lodges identify the
organization of their choice ($ can
1894-2019
support a specific project or pro-
gram or can be given on an unre-
stricted basis). Lodge matching
funds along with the attached appli-
cation and any other paperwork are
submitted to the foundation, which
will meet approximately every 60
days to review and approve re-
Sunday, February 24, 2019 quests.
This program along with the other
matching gift programs of the foun-
Social 1:00 p.m Program 1:30 p.m. dation gives lodges many ways to
impact their communities each year.
Because of limits on the total
Light Refreshments to follow amount of matching funds available,
the foundation is currently only able
to match up to $3000 in total per
lodge for each fiscal year (May 1 -
Oregon Masonic Center April 30).
201 Park St. The foundation board and staff
look forward to receiving your ap-
Oregon plications. If there are questions or
an application is needed please con-
tact Erika Miller in the Grand Lodge
RSVP to Catherine Pryes office 262-965-2200.
2510 Canterbury Rd
Madison, WI 53711 Wis. Masonic Charities
608 271-9679 Contact
[email protected] Erika Miller
262-965-2200 Ext. 831
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