MAY 2013 OUR HONORED GUEST

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1 Deadlines for Valley Notice in 2013: Issue Deadline JULY 2013 JUNE 3, 2013 Deliver submissions to the Scottish Rite Office, or to the editor: SUBMISSION GUIDELINES: Please submit articles in MS Word format or in the body of your only, photos in.jpg format. Please Submit All Material In Word INSIDE THE MAY 2013 ISSUE MAY 2013 OUR HONORED GUEST The Valley of Reading is pleased to recognize Illustrious Brother Irvin Douglass Herring, 33, For his dedicated service to the Valley. Illustrious Brother Herring was Raised a Master Mason in Vaux Lodge Number 406 and served as Worshipful Master in 1980 and subsequently served as a Trustee for eight years. He continues to serve as both Treasurer for the Lodge and the Vaux Masonic Temple Association near Hamburg, PA. At the Fall 1971 Reunion of the Valley of Reading, Illustrious Brother Herring was Knighted a Sublime Prince of the Royal Secret, 32 Scottish Rite Mason. He presided as Thrice Potent Master of Reading Lodge of Perfection, 14, in In 1987 he took on the arduous position of chairman of the Casting Committee, and on September 27, 1994, he was coroneted a Sovereign Grand Inspector General, 33, Honorary Member of the Scottish Rite Supreme Council at Cleveland, Ohio. Page One Page One Pages 2 3 May Reunion Honored Guest PA DeMolay Patriot Day Officer s Messages In August 2003 he was appointed a Director of the Scottish Rite Cathedral Association of Reading, completing the unexpired term of Illustrious Frank E. Daniels, 33, former Secretary. Illustrious Brother Herring is also a member of Rajah Shrine, Ancient Arabic Order Nobles of the Mystic Shrine. Page 4 Allegiance Spring 2013 Page 5 Page 6 Page 6 Page 7 Page 7 Page 8 Page 8 Officers Tribute County Clubs; Black Tie Dinner Chester County Club Installation Annual John Gay Sports Banquet 50 Year Membership Recognition In Memorium How About You Page 9 Ill. Lynn G. Brandt, 33 Memorial Golf Outing Illustrious Brother Herring was born October 13, 1934, the son of the late Elton D. Herring and Mable (Sunday) Herring. He graduated from the former Kutztown High School. On October 22, 1955 he married Betty Lou Kunkel. Together they have a son Leroy Carl, and a daughter Lori Marie. He served on active duty with the U.S. Army from November 1957 through May 1958 and continued in the Active Reserve from 1958 through Illustrious Brother Herring retired as Maintenance Supervisor for Bank of Pennsylvania. He is a member of St. John s Lutheran Church in Hamburg, PA. The Commander-in-Chief and the Valley of Reading are pleased to present Illustrious Irvin Douglass Herring, 33, to the class as their exemplar and an exponent of Scottish Rite Masonry. Page 10 Page 11 Page 11 Page 12 Ontelaunee Club Clam Bake New Passport Recognition Scottish Rite Mobile APP May 2013 Reunion Schedule On the Back Page Pennsylvania DeMolay s Regional Degree Day The Valley of Reading was pleased to host Pennsylvania DeMolay s Patriots Day Regional Degree Day on February 9, Accompanying Bro. Alex Rauschenberger, Pennsylvania State Master Councilor and three members of the Class are: Ill. Herbert K. Swisher, 33, Commander-in-Chief of Reading Consistory; And Ill. Harry E. Hackman, 33, Senior Warden of Francis Marion Highley Chapter, Knights of Rose Croix

2 The Commander-in-Chief Ill. Herbert K. Swisher, 33 Thrice Potent Master s Corner Thomas Gammon, IV As I write to you, the Spring Reunion is just a few days away. I hope that you have encouraged membership in our Scottish Rite within your Blue Lodge and promoted participation in our great organization. I also hope to see you at the Reunion. If you have not attended recently, I'd like to see you there and greet you. It is a wonderful time. Speaking of time...the time has arrived to hold an election of officers... This is my last opportunity as Commander in Chief to address the membership in this capacity, and I wanted to simply say thank you for so many things. It has been a growing experience for me personally and I hope that I have been able, in some way, to improve the strength of our organization in these past six years. I'd like to thank all of the current and past presiding officers, and all of the members of the various committees who have given so much of their time and treasure to help make our Valley a wonderful experience for our membership. A special thanks to Tex, Lois, Walt, Kenny, and Marlin for all of your hard work. It has been my pleasure working with you. I'd like to thank the Consistory Officers for supporting me and for honoring me with their attendance at our Stated Meetings. Thanks Brothers. And to our incoming Commander-in-Chief, Ill. William H. Tennant Jr, 33 and our 1st & 2nd Lieutenant Commanders; the best of good luck and good health, and I'll still be around to help you should you need me. My congratulations also to the other officers being installed, and I wish them success in their duties in the upcoming Scottish Rite year. Thank you, Ill. L Donald Loos, 33 and all of the other Consistory officers for your confidence in me and for the opportunity to serve in this prestigious position. It certainly was an unexpected opportunity in life, and I hope that I have met your expectations of me. God's Blessing to all... I hope to see you on the stage. Brethren, where did the year go? It seems like it was just last week that we were preparing ourselves to be installed; now here we are on the verge of completing our year as presiding officers. I would like to thank each and every Brother in The Valley of Reading for your support and assistance in the past year, it truly made for a tremendous experience. Even though we are short timers, we must not forget that that your Valley will be a very busy place with all of the events that are scheduled between now and summer. Please make every effort to come out and support The Valley and The Officers and enjoy the fellowship and good times that these events spark. I would also like to offer Brother Andrew E. Weitzenkorn, and the Officers of the Lodge of Perfection much success in the coming year. I know that you will do a great job leading the line into 2014!!! May God bless all of you and this GREAT Country!! VALLEY NOTICE Is a publication of the four bodies of the Valley of Reading, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry for the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction and is the official notice of meetings, events and activities of the Valley. Editor pro-tempore Dick Miller, 32 Associate Editor - Ill. Blaine F. Fabian, 33 The Valley of Reading, A.A.S.R. P.O. Box 6013 West Reading, PA Phone: Fax: valley.of.reading@comcast.net 2

3 Sovereign Prince Speaks Robert C. Baessler Most Wise Master s Moment Richard E. Miller May God Bless You All It is hard to believe that the journey that was started six years ago will reaching its zenith as the gavel is passed to the next Sovereign Prince, Stephen Higgins, at the May Stated Meeting. I would like to thank Carl Berger for inviting me to join the Council of Princes of Jerusalem and enter into the line to become Sovereign Prince. The six years spent in the line at first appeared to be a long journey but once things get moving time goes rapidly. A big THANK YOU is extended to many Past Sovereign Princes for their assistance and guidance. The early years were a definite learning experience where mistakes were made. (Dave Dickson thank you for your perseverance) Another shout out to the officers for the support given this year especially with the Holiday Happening weekends. This two weekend event was a wonderful time to showcase Scottish Rite Masonry to the public. Thank you Carey Kaucher for being instrumental in bringing Tuba Christmas to our stage. What a very enjoyable music event. Thank you to the Scottish Rite Players for their performance of December Rose. We are looking forward to another presentation this year. To all of those who assisted in any way in making Holiday Happening a wonderful experience THANK YOU. I hope that the brethren reading this article can catch some of the enthusiasm that I have for the Valley of Reading and become involved in opportunities that are offered. Much help is needed for the reunions both onstage and behind the stage (contact personnel are noted in this issue). Be sure to attend the Spring Reunion and witness many fine degrees. Attend the Stated Meting where new officers will be installed. Read the Valley Notice to find County Club activities that are being offered during the summer attend them. Don't miss the AASR Picnic August 3, October 4 is the Feast of Tishri, a formal affair open to all brethren and a wonderful way to introduce them to Scottish Rite. Then before we know it, Holiday Happening will be here to showcase Scottish Rite to the public. Soo much is offered, don't miss it. And now, my term as Sovereign Prince comes to an end and a new chapter begins in my journey in Scottish Rite Masonry. Again, thank you to all Past Sovereign Princes, current officers of the Council of Princes of Jerusalem, Tex and Lois, and my wonderful wife Karen in assisting me in this wonderful and fulfilling chapter. Time is so elusive. The common theme in the final messages of the respective Masters of the four bodies is certain to be time. So is my final message as Most Wise Master. In the 40 years of my Scottish Rite membership, the last several have been most rewarding. Standing on stage listening to the Feast of Paschal Lamb, hearing one s daughter sing, and the finality of hearing the name of a friend I had known for decades is, for me, an emotional experience. The Feast of the Paschal Lamb seems more meaningful from year to year. This year, with the assistance of Clarence Martin, 33, Ed Stein, Bob Hoyes, and John Nester, 33, Jim Shaw, 33 and so many supportive others, the program was presented with great reverence. The Feast is a duty of affection expressed on behalf of the Consistory. The next Most Wise Master will be Harry Hackman, 33, who will continue the tradition of excellence of the past presiding officers. The assistance rendered by John Nester, 33, as the Secretary of Rose Croix is exceptional. John is the source of announcements on behalf of the Most Wise Master and coordinates the responses. I am grateful for and thank the officers serving with me. Please join with me to fraternally greet the newest officers of the line, Gary Dukeman and John March. Both of these gentlemen personify and reflect the dedication of the all of the Past Most Wise Masters and the officers of the Rose Croix, as well as those of the several bodies. To receive an appointment in any of these bodies, is an acknowledgment of dedication and commitment to Scottish Rite. I mentioned earlier that the last several years have been most rewarding because of involvement and participation in Scottish Rite. The Brothers participating in Scottish Rite are waiting for YOU to join - which will become family as the years pass. My tenure began and will end in the blink of an eye. The only reality that is permanent is the appointment of those to follow, those who will provide a fine level of service to Scottish Rite. I treasure the years in York Rite and Scottish Rite. I hope that not only will I see you on stage, but that you will own the stage through your dedication and participation to Scottish Rite. In closing, Our Valley would not be the example it is were it not for Tex and Lois. My thanks to each of you! God Bless All the Members of the Valley and their families. God Make His Face Shine Upon You, and Give You Peace. I hope to see you at the Reunion, Saturday, May 18,

4 ALLEGIANCE The Bodies of the Scottish Rite, sitting in the Valley of Reading, District of Pennsylvania, acknowledge and yield allegiance to the Supreme Council, 33, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry for the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction of the United States of America, whose Grand East is in Boston, Massachusetts, and whose officers are: Ill. John Wm. McNaughton, 33 Ill. Richard W. Elliot, 33 Sovereign Grand Commander Grand Treasurer General Ill. Jim S. Deyo, 33 Ill. James L. Tungate, 33 Grand Lieutenant Commander Grand Secretary General Ill. Russell W. Baker, 33 Deputy for Pennsylvania Living Honorary Members of the Supreme Council Valley of Reading *lll.emanuel Iglesias, 33 MSA 1972 Ill. George P. Meissner, Ill. William T. Hill, Ill. P. Thomas Feeser, Ill. Clarence R. Klopp, *lll. Norman A. Fox, 33 MSA 1980 Ill. Robert W. Fries, Ill. Paul D. Fisher, Ill. Clarence J. Echternacht, Ill. Lincoln K. P. Buchanan, Ill. Blaine F. Fabian, Ill. Gerald R. Baum, 33 MSA 1989 Ill. Joseph Gentile, Ill. James L. Boyer, Ill. Marvin G. Speicher, Ill. Edward O. Weisser, Ill. Floyd A. Feger, Ill. Irvin D. Herring, Ill. John L. Winkelman, Ill. Russell W. Baker, Ill. Larry A. Buzzard, Ill. Marion I. Miller, Ill. Louis A. Fiorini, Ill. John C. Evans, Ill. W. Randall Kegerise, Ill. Noah W. Wenger, Ill. Delight E. Breidegam, Jr., Ill. Richard E. Hummel, Ill. Jeffrey K. Sprecher, Ill. J. Richard Eby, Ill. Thomas C. Keen, Ill. Clarence W. Martin, Ill. L. Donald Loos, Jr., Ill. Harry Bertoti, Ill. Mark H. Haines, Ill. Herbert K. Swisher, Ill. Jon J. DeHart, Ill. Victor M. Frederick, III, 33, DSM 2004 Ill. Harriss A. Butler, III, Ill. Conrad L. Heimbach, Ill. Edward J. Stumm, Ill. Christopher H. Tecklenburg, 33, MSA 2005 Ill. Eric L. Brandt, Ill. Franklin D. Caltagirone, Ill. Kerry J. Cashman, Ill. William D. Coldren, Jr., Ill. Irvin C. Henry, Jr., Ill. Ray E. Feick, Ill. Irwin A. Kohler, Ill. William J. Oehme, Ill. Allen D. Moyer, Ill. Raymond Thompson, Jr., Ill. Robert S. Conway, Ill. Robert A. Swoyer, 33, MSA 2009 Ill. William H. Tennant, Jr., Ill. Michael A. Black, Ill. William P. Ulrich, Ill. Kevin S. Barnhardt, Ill. James R. Shaw, Ill. Harry E. Hackman, Jr., Ill. John R. Nester, Ill. John J. Tumolo, III, *Valley of Abington merged 8/1/91 4

5 A TRIBUTE TO THOSE WHO HAVE SERVED As has been our custom on Tuesday, May 28, 2013 we will again pause to pay tribute to the presiding officers of the Lodge, Council, Chapter, and Consistory who will complete their term of office on May 31, These brethren have been faithful in the performance of their duties. They have accepted the responsibilities of their offices not only during their year as presiding officers but all along the line of going through the chairs. They have fully supported all of the activities of the Valley which includes Club participation. They have made many friends and the Valley of Reading is better and richer through the service that they have so unselfishly given. The true office of a Mason is to sow that others may reap, to work and plant for those who will follow in our footsteps. Only through kindness and giving of service and friendship and cheer can we learn the true meaning of living. Each of these brethren has fulfilled these attributes to the fullest measure. We are proud to honor: Brother Thomas Gamon, IV, 32 Thrice Potent Master Brother Robert C. Baessler, 32 Sovereign Prince Brother Richard E. Miller, 32 Most Wise Master To these officers we might say that the decoration that they will receive is not given as a memorial to their labors but as an inspiration to continue the fine contribution that they are making to the Scottish Rite. A great Valley has every right to expect still greater accomplishments from these four brethren. Congratulations and appreciation to each of the retiring officers. Brother Herbert K. Swisher, 33 Commander-in-Chief As Scottish Rite Masons, we are taught that God is best served by those who best serve their fellow men and who reveal in their own lives the compassion of the Eternal. 5

6 OUR SCOTTISH RITE CLUBS We pay tribute to the officers of our City and County Clubs, to the founders and leaders, past and present, and to the members for their splendid cooperation in promoting the Scottish Rite Way and the Masonic understanding and fellowship that go with it. Through a program of year-round activities, these clubs have succeeded in creating and keeping alive an interest in the Scottish Rite which has resulted in a creditable growth of membership from the areas which they serve. CITY AND COUNTY CLUB OFFICERS ONTELAUNEE CLUB President Irwin A. Kohler, 33 First Vice President William G. Bensinger, Jr. Secretary/Treasurer Irvin D. Herring, 33 LANCASTER COUNTY CLUB President Michael D. Wolfe Secretary Robert S. Conway, 33 Treasurer W. Randall Kegerise, 33 SCHUYLKILL COUNTY CLUB President David E. Moyer First Vice President Charles E. Griffiths Secretary/Treasurer James F. Moyer, 32 MSA GOOD FELLOWSHIP CLUB President Andrew E. Weitzenkorn First Vice President Timothy L. Pletcher Second Vice President Travis M. Bartechko Secretary Thomas Gamon, IV Treasurer Ralph A. Clemmer CHESTER COUNTY CLUB President Robert L. Milliken First Vice President Robert G. MacHenry Second Vice President William J. Guiseppe Secretary Bernardo DeLellis Treasurer Arthur K. Armstrong PAGODA CLUB President John J.Tumolo, III, 33 First Vice President Robert J. Hoyes Second Vice President Raymond W. Gottschall, III Secretary Samuel P. Wandzilak Treasurer Uwe N. Petersen, 32 MSA GEORGE WASHINGTON CLUB President Vice President Martin Bashoff Secretary/Treasurer Herbert O. Zemble, 32, MSA Reading Consistory Sublime Princes of the Royal Secret, 32 Illustrious William H. Tennant, Jr., 33 Commander-in-Chief TO HOST THE BLACK TIE DINNER A Member Only Reception and Dinner Which Includes All Master Masons Guest Speaker Rev. William D. Hartman, 33 Associate Grand Prior Supreme Council, 33, A.A.S.R.N.M.J. Again this Fall, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2013 CHESTER COUNTY INSTALLS OFFICERS The Chester County Club of the Valley of Reading installed their 2013 Officers at their Annual Ladies Night Dinner at the Parkesburg VFW on April 3, Pictured are: Arthur K. Armstrong, Treasurer; Robert L. Milliken, President; Robert G. MacHenry, 1 st Vice President; William J. Guiseppe, Past President and 2 nd Vice President; and Bernardo DeLellis, Secretary. 6

7 19th Annual John Gay Memorial Sports Banquet Dick Vermeil will be the featured speaker at the 19th Annual John Gay Memorial Sports Banquet to be held on Wednesday June 20, 2013, at the Revere Tavern, Paradise, PA. Social hour begins at 6:00 p.m. and the dinner at 7:00 p.m. The former NFL coach brings a dynamic and well received message as well as a congenial personality to enhance a great evening in support of the Reading Dyslexic Center. Coach Vermeil has an impressive NFL career and shares some of his experiences during the evening. The Ticket cost is $30.00 per person. Ticket(s) are available by calling Paul Swank at or at My address is: pasnuf@aol.com. Ticket deadline is June12, An ad program is offered at $100 for a full page. Ad deadline is May 30, page, $60.00 one half page and $30.00 one quarter 50 - YEAR MEMBERSHIP RECOGNITION Today, as we pick our way through this dizzy, giddy, whirl of modern change and development, we give thought to leaving our mark on the walls we build so that someone a thousand years from now may see what we have done. The brethren that we honor today have already left their mark; their works are everlasting, and they have lived in accordance with the truth and precepts of our order. The Masonic influence has long been felt in their lives as they passed through the corridors of the temple and practiced the truths and mysteries of the order; they believed in them, and practiced them, and made them an integral part of their lives. They found that Masonry is a way of life a set of virtues and fundamental truths which must be a living, vital part of our existence, not merely a series of ritualistic performances. It is a privilege and an honor to once again pay tribute to those who have reached their 50 th anniversary in Scottish Rite Masonry, a milestone in their Masonic lives. CONGRATULATIONS to all of the following brethren. Proper honor will be bestowed upon them during the Saturday session of our Spring Reunion, at which time those who are able to attend will receive their 50-year pins from the Commander-in-Chief. Those who cannot attend will receive their pins through the mail. Ray S. Balmer Clifford L. Behrendt John V. Berry George E. Confer Robert F. Dix I. Newton Evans, Jr. Franklin A. Felty, Jr. Elmer R. Francis, Jr. Norman E. Groff Almon L. Harper Titus M. Hoch Ronald J. Kauffman E. Groff Richard H. Lawrence Barry E. Long William H. Lord Joe D McCarthy Vincent N. Miller David T. Moser John H. Newcomer, Sr. Thomas R. Nock Benjamin H. Petersohn Richard M. Reber Morgan D. Reinbold, Jr. Ralph R. Rhoads, Sr. Dale R. Schlenker Donald V. Snyder G. Donald Wallace 7

8 IN MEMORIAM The Valley of Reading remembers with respect the following Brethren whose deaths have been reported since the last publication of the Valley Notice. David Jacob Lodge No. 126 January 21, 2013 Ralph C. Schroder Lodge No. 309 February 4, 2012 Helmut K. Leis, Sr. Lodge No. 367 November 17, 2012 Charles W. Lamb, II Lodge No. 383 November 22, 2012 Samuel H. Shenk Lodge No. 587 December 9, 2012 Salvatore J. Barbuto Lodge No. 591 December 13, 2012 William O. Bealer Lodge No. 254 December 22, 2012 William T. Paul Lodge No. 138 January 24, 2013 Karl B. Davis Lodge No. 267 January 26, 2013 Frederick L. Pettit, Jr. Lodge No. 322 February 4, 2013 Daniel J. Hartman Lodge No. 227 February 4, 2013 Robert A. Heron, II Lodge No. 587 February 4, 2013 Ralph C. Schroder Lodge No. 309 February 4, 2012 Herbert N. Marks Lodge No. 307 February 6, 2013 Howard F. Patterson, Jr. Lodge No. 405 February 9, 2013 Ellis F. Martzall Lodge No. 665 February 10, 2013 Vincent H. Hart Lodge No. 435 February 12, 2013 Herman H. Pratt Lodge No. 405 February 13, 2013 Leroy A. Heckman Lodge No. 406 February 15, 2013 Ronald B. Boltz Lodge No. 665 February 15, 2013 James R. Shaffer Lodge No. 383 February 15, 2013 Paul C. Stoudt Lodge No. 216 February 16, 2013 Brian J. Patterson, Sr. Lodge No. 322 February 16, 2013 Harold C. Balthaser Lodge No. 377 February 27, 2013 Hower S. Smith, Jr. Lodge No. 383 March 2, 2013 Melvin E. Burkhart Lodge No. 665 March 20, 2013 HOW ABOUT YOU? When you receive your meeting notices do not cast them aside without reading them. Each one of our publications does and will contain something of interest to you. We plan some splendid features for each meeting and Reunion, and the only way you can keep yourself posted on what is going on is to read your notices. NOTICE: ALL MEMBERS We extend to you a cordial invitation to enjoy all the meals during the Reunion. BE FRATERNAL When you attend a Scottish Rite Reunion, do not sit down in a corner and expect every member to come and shake hands with you, and in case they fail to do so, complain that the members are not fraternal and lack sociability. It is no more their duty to do so than it is yours. Every member should aim to promote the fraternal spirit by saying a friendly word of greeting to the other members. Try it. You will like it. The dues are now payable. If you have not paid yours please do so NOW. Make checks payable to Reading Lodge of Perfection and send to: Scottish Rite Office, 310 South 7 th Ave., PO Box 6013, Reading, PA Or Pay by credit card at Phone: Fax: valley.of.reading@comcast.net Web Site: valleyofreading.org When you pay your dues do not forget your voluntary contribution to the Building Fund and the Hospitaler s Fund. DON T FORGET YOUR PASSPORT Have your Passport stamped after each degree at this Reunion to verify that you have witnessed the degree. PLAN TO ATTEND THE REUNION YOU WILL LIKE IT YOU WILL ENJOY THE FELLOWSHIP 8

9 ANCIENT ACCEPTED SCOTTISH RITE VALLEY OF READING ANNOUNCES Third Annual Ill. Lynn G. Brandt, 33 Memorial Golf Outing Modified Shotgun Start at 8:00 am on Friday September 20, 2013 Moccasin Run Golf Club 402 Schoff Road, Atglen, PA Phone: (610) Better-Ball Scramble Format COST: $70.00 PER PERSON HOLE SPONSORS WELCOMED (Complete) (Clip) (Return with Check) PAYABLE TO "AASR ACTIVITIES" AND SEND TO: Thomas C. Keen 362 N. Sunrise Lane BOYERTOWN, PA Attached is a check for Golfers at $70.00 per person = GOLFER"S NAMES(your name first) ADDRESSES(optional for future mailings) INDIVIDUALS, BUSINESSES OR CORPORATIONS INTERESTED IN SPONSORING A HOLE, PLEASE CONTACT TOM KEEN, OR Don Loos, , FOR MORE INFORMATION. 9

10 ONTELAUNEE CLUB HIS & HER CLAM BAKE & FISH FRY WHERE: HAMBURG GAME ASSOCIATION PAVILION Mountain Avenue & North 5th Street, Hamburg, PA. DATE AND TIME MONDAY AFTERNOON, JUNE 17, 2013 BEGINNING AT 3: 00 P M WHO: ALL MASONS & their LADIES & GUESTS are INVITED TIME: 3:00 p.m. serving Sausage Sandwiches, Bean Soup, Snacks & Liquid Refreshments BAKES and PAN FRIED FISH WILL BE SERVED AT APPROXIMATELY 6:00 pm Bakes will be made up using MIDDLE NECK CLAMS!!! ********* ONLY $ PER PERSON ********** RESERVATIONS: Please detach and fill in the reservation form below and return to Irvin D. Herring 2028 OLD 22, LENHARTSVILLE, PA Enclose a check for the total amount due, and payable to the ONTELAUNEE CLUB, VALLEY of READING DEADLINE: JUNE 10th, 2013!!!!!! Directions to Hamburg Game Assn. From Route 61: take the Hamburg exit off Rt. 61 on to 4th St, cont. north on 4th St. to the north side of town, at the Hamburg Market, Franklin St., bear left on to Port Clinton Ave., cont. under Rte 78 bridge 1/4 mile and turn right onto Mountain Ave. and continue past Blue Mt. Camp on left to 5th St., turn right onto 5th, Hamburg Game is on top of the hill on the left. From Route 78: take Hamburg Exit No. 30, cont. south on 4th St. approx.1 block, turn left onto Confer Ave, then left onto 5th St., continue north on 5th St. approx. 3 blocks, Hamburg Game is on the right. DON T FORGET PANCAKE & SAUSAGE STAG NIGHT OCT. 3rd - MARK YOUR CALENDAR cut here cut here cut here RESERVATION FORM NAME Number of Persons AMT. DUE x $ = x $ = x $ = x $ = Check Number TOTAL AMOUNT DUE = 10

11 New Passport Recognition As many of you are aware, Your Supreme Council has made an update to the passport recognition program. The Program requires each member to have his passport stamped when he has witnessed a degree in any one of the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction Valleys. A member who has witnessed all 29 degrees of the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction should have his Valley Secretary certify the completion of the passport. The Secretary then submits the certified passport to Supreme Council for recognition and certification. The Changes that has been made do not affect how the program works, simply the recognition items. The certificate has been updated to be more in-line with other Supreme Council certificates and Supreme Council is now issuing a Gold passport to the member as recognition that he has completed the cycle at least once. Therefore, if you see a gold passport, congratulate the brother and continue to stamp his passport book. For those members who have already completed a passport and would like to have a new certificate and new GOLD passport issued, simply present your present book to your Secretary and he will forward your passport to Supreme Council for action. Once verified, a new passport certificate will be issued. A New Pennsylvania Scottish Rite Mobile App Is available This App is available to all Scottish Rite Masons for free and will help you connect, learn of events, and navigate to all the Scottish Rite Valleys in Pennsylvania. Download to your smartphone browser or snap this QR code And bring the journey to your fingertips 11

12 REUNION SCHEDULE 2013 SPRING REUNION SCOTTISH RITE CATHEDRAL West Reading, Pennsylvania SATURDAY, May 18, :00 a.m. Continental Breakfast Dining Room 7:30 a.m. Class Registration Candidates Room 7:45 a.m. Class Orientation Candidates Room 8:00 a.m. Reading Lodge of Perfection, 14 4 Master Traveler in full form 5 Perfect Master in full form 14 Grand Elect Mason in full form C. Gilbert Steffe Council, 16 Prince of Jerusalem 15 Knight of the East in full form Francis Marion Highley Chapter, 18 Knights of Rose Croix 18 Knight of the Rose Croix in full form 12:00 p.m. Cafeteria Style Luncheon Zimmerman Dining Room 1:00 p.m. Reading Consistory, 32 Sublime Prince of the Royal Secret - Introductions - 50 year member recognition - Reception of the honored guest 19 Brother of the Trail in full form 28 Knight of the Sun in full form 30 Grand Inspector in full form 31 Knight Aspirant in full form 5:00 p.m.. - Light Dinner Zimmerman Dining Room 6:00 p.m Sublime Prince of the Royal Secret in Full Form