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1 VALLEY OF CAMBRIDGE ANCIENT ACCEPTED SCOTTISH RITE VALLEY NEWS AND VIEWS CAMBRIDGE, OHIO FALL 2009 FALL CLASS TO BE NAMED FOR Ill. MILTON O. LAW, 33º The Valley of Cambridge has named its Fall Class for Ill. Milton O. Law, 33. Illustrious Brother Law was raised a master mason in Guernsey #632 in 1957 and later served as master. He is also a member of the York Rite Bodies of Cambridge, Aladdin Shrine, St. Jerome Conclave of the Red Cross of Constantine, Kambri Shrine Club and Guernsey Chapter #211 OES. Milton joined the Scottish Rite Valley of Cambridge in 1958, served as Thrice Potent Master from 1990 to 1992, and received the 33 in 1989 at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He directed the 7 and 14 for several years and served the Valley of Cambridge as Treasurer for 10 years. Milton was born in Noble County and graduated from Quaker City High School. He received a BA degree from Ashbury College in Wilmore, Kentucky and graduated from the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science. Milton and his son own and operate Bundy-Law Funeral Home in Cambridge. Milton and his wife are members of the First United Methodist Church of Cambridge where he has served in a variety of postions over the years. He has also been President of the Jaycees, Chamber of Commerce, Cambridge Lions Club, Ohio District 12 Funeral Directors, and the Guernsey County Funeral Directors. Milton also served on Bank One of Cambridge s Board of Directors, as Treasurer of the Salvation Army, and on the Board of the Guernsey County/Noble County Vocational Workshop. Ill. Brother Milton has been married to his wife Annajean for 49 years and they are the parents of two children, James M. Law, 33 and Betsy Law Burgess, and two grandchildren, Brittany and Nikki. The Valley of Cambridge is happy and honored to name their 2009 Fall Class for Ill. Milton O. Law, 33º in recognition of his many years of service to masonry and the community of Cambridge. DISABLED VETERANS For some time now the Supreme Council and the Valley of Cambridge have excluded from dues and per capita members of the armed forces who were serving on active duty. Recently the Supreme Council has extended their program to Disabled Veterans. The Valley is desirous of collecting information on Veterans disabled because of Military Service as well as Active Duty military personnel. If you know of anyone in one of these two categories please let the Valley office know. Publication of the 32º Masons Valley of Cambridge Deputy for Ohio Neil M. Smalley, 33º Deputy s Rep. Randy A. Williams, 33º Exec. Comm. Chair. Roger C. Gaul, 33º Treasurer James K. Irvin, 32º Executive Secretary Thomas C. Fisher, 33º Allegiance The bodies of the Scottish Rite sitting in the Valley of Cambridge, State of Ohio, acknowledge and yield allegiance to the Supreme Council, Thirty-Third Degree, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry for the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction of the United States of America, whose Grand East is in Lexington, MA and whose Chief Officer is: Ill. John Wm. McNaughton, 33º, Sovereign Grand Commander. Valley of Cambridge Presiding Officers David A. Mourer, 32º Thrice Potent Master William E. Davis, 33º Sovereign Prince David L. Williams, 33º Most Wise Master E. Glenn Arnold, 33º Commander in Chief

FALL 2009 VALLEY NEWS AND VIEWS PAGE 2 RALPH CROSSAN RECEIVES 33 AT BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS The 197th Annual Meeting of the Supreme Council of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of the Northern Masonic

Ralph is a member and past master of Somerset Lodge #76 F&AM, Past District Education Officer, Past District Deputy Grand Master, Past Grand Chaplin of the Grand Lodge of Ohio, currently serves as

2 FALL 2009 VALLEY NEWS AND VIEWS PAGE 2 RALPH CROSSAN RECEIVES 33 AT BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS The 197th Annual Meeting of the Supreme Council of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction was recently held at Boston, Massachusetts. On Tuesday August 25, 2009 the 33º was conferred upon 111 candidates which included Ralph E. Crossan from the Valley of Cambridge. Ralph is a member and past master of Somerset Lodge #76 F&AM, Past District Education Officer, Past District Deputy Grand Master, Past Grand Chaplin of the Grand Lodge of Ohio, currently serves as District Advisor of the 13th Masonic District, is an honorary member of five lodges in the 13th District and in 2006 received the Grand Master s Community Service Award. He is a member of the York Rite Bodies of New Lexington and joined the Valley of Cambridge with the fall class of Ralph and Rita live in Somerset, Ohio and are the parents of three daughters and one son and several grandchildren. FROM THE SECRETARY S DESK Fall is here and things did not slow down around the office one bit during the summer. We are rapidly approaching the Fall Reunion and it is very short compared to most reunions. The 4 on Monday and the 31 and 32 on Saturday. Lunch and some entertainment and we hope to be on our way home by at least 2 p.m. Bring the ladies as we will have something for them and the lunch is freereservations please (170 maximum). One of the interesting things that has happened to us lately is changes by the US Postal Service for bulk mailing. We have worked hard for some time trying to keep addresses up to date, but now it is easier in some ways and more complicated in others. Prior to this the bulk mailing generally went off in the postal cyberspace when the addresses were bad. We knew a lot of bulk mail did not get delivered. Now we use Return Service Requested on newsletter mailings and they are returned if the address has been changed, not good, or in a lot of cases-temporarily away. We are still learning to work with all of this, but our addresses are getting better because of our efforts and the efforts of Supreme Council. If you are not getting your mail please give the office a call and we will try to fix it. Dues notices should be reaching you any time. This is a busy time of year as we try to work with the Supreme Council to get them in the mail and then as they come in, as we post and deposit the dues. There is a $3.00 increase this year and it is Supreme Council per capita. The Valley had no increase. If there is a problem with your dues notice please let us know. We solicit for donations for three items with the dues notices. At the time of paying their dues last year the members of the Valley of Cambridge donated $2096 to the Learning Center, $852 to the Ohio Masonic Home, and $490 to the Membership Endowment Fund. Thanks to everyone for paying their dues and supporting these items. A lot of effort is being expended to strengthen the local Scottish Rite Clubs. Presently there are five which are active to one degree or another; East Ohio, Athens/Meigs, Muskingum County, Perry County and Washington County. We are trying to have activities closer to home for our members and if possible attend one of their functions and join in the fellowship. In this issue is the announcement of the Abbott Scholarship winners for We had 27 applications and I am glad I did not have to select the winners. A lot of great kids applied for this limited number of scholarships and if you see one of them offer your congratulations. This was not an easy process and is very competitive. I wish we had more money to give out, but it is limited. For your information the Blue Envelope Appeal helps support these scholarships. We are still accepting contributions to the Building Endowment Fund ($500) and the Membership Endowment Fund ($700). The Membership Endowment pays your dues for life and both of these funds contribute to the long term financial stability of the Valley. If you need any information please let me know. Fraternally, Tom Fisher-Executive Secretary

FALL 2009 VALLEY NEWS AND VIEWS PAGE 3 2009 ABBOTT SCHOLARSHIPS WINNERS ANNOUNCED The Scottish Rite Masons of the Valley of Cambridge have announced the award of Abbott Scholarships to Leann Hesson,

Other members of the Valley Scholarship Committee are Art Clemenson and Robert Moorehead, Jr.

Our goal is to help young people fulfill their career goals Morgan Murray Leann Hesson by assisting them financially as they further their education.

Leann Hesson is a sophomore at Otterbein College where she is majoring in nursing.

Lukas LePage is a graduate of Cambridge High School and is Lukas LePage attending The Ohio State University majoring in political science.

3 FALL 2009 VALLEY NEWS AND VIEWS PAGE ABBOTT SCHOLARSHIPS WINNERS ANNOUNCED The Scottish Rite Masons of the Valley of Cambridge have announced the award of Abbott Scholarships to Leann Hesson, Lukas LePage, Morgan Murray, and Abbigale Wilhelm. The announcement was made by the Valley s Scholarship Chairman, Donald Ullmann of Belle Valley. Other members of the Valley Scholarship Committee are Art Clemenson and Robert Moorehead, Jr. Abbott Scholarships are awarded to qualified students in recognition of scholastic and all-around achievement, Ullmann commented. Our goal is to help young people fulfill their career goals Morgan Murray Leann Hesson by assisting them financially as they further their education. Freemasonry has historically been dedicated to the importance of education in our society and these scholarships are another indication of continuing Masonic commitment. Leann Hesson is a sophomore at Otterbein College where she is majoring in nursing. She is the daughter of Jennifer and Michael Hesson of Dexter City and the granddaughter of Richard Hesson of Dexter City. Lukas LePage is a graduate of Cambridge High School and is Lukas LePage attending The Ohio State University majoring in political science. Abbigale Wilhelm He is the son of Jan and Randy LePage of Cambridge and the grandson of Ron LePage of Cambridge. Morgan Murray is a graduate of Sheridan High School and is attending Muskingum University majoring in physics and chemistry. She is the daughter of Becky and Rick Murray of Somerset and the granddaughter of Ralph Crossan of Somerset. Abbigale Wilhelm is a sophomore at the Savannah College of Art and Design in Savannah, Georgia majoring in graphic design. She is the daughter of Anita and Todd Wilhelm of Lawrenceville, Georgia and the granddaughter of Robert Wilhelm of Cambridge. Abbott Scholarships are given to the children of Scottish Rite Masonic families, to young people who have been active in Masonic-related organizations such as DeMolay, Rainbow Girls and Job s Daughters, and to graduates of the 32º Masonic Learning Centers for Children. The grants are made throughout the fifteenstate Northern Masonic Jurisdiction and will total $450,000 for the academic period. A year ago 339 college level students across the Jurisdiction were helped by Abbott Grants. Support for the growing scholarship program comes from the Supreme Council Education and Charity Fund established through the legacy of former Sovereign Grand Commander Leon M. Abbott. In recent years, the fund has been strengthened by sharing in annual contributions to the blue envelope appeal by the Fraternity s 210,000 members. The Scottish Rite Masons of the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction also support the award-winning National Heritage Museum in Historic Lexington, Massachusetts; yearly fellowships for Schizophrenia Research; and the 32 Masonic Learning Centers for Children, Inc. ATHENS/MEIGS SR CLUB PICNIC On Saturday August 1 the initial activity of the Athens/Meigs County Scottish Rite Club was held at the Route 33 Roadside Park. Discussions were held about officers, plans for the coming year, and developing a degree team from the area. If anyone is interested in future activities please contact Dan Arnold, Arnold Road, Pomeroy, Ohio 45769, Phone:

4 FALL 2009 VALLEY NEWS AND VIEWS PAGE 4 FALL REUNION ACTIVITIES Activities associated with the Fall Reunion of the Valley of Cambridge and the Scottish Rite Day for the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction will include the 4 being presented at the close of the Lodge of Perfection Meeting on Monday November 8 at 8:00 p.m. in the Auditorium. On Saturday November 14 candidates will need to report at 10:30 a.m. The 32 will be presented at 10 a.m. followed by the 31 at 11 a.m. A ladies program will be held at 10:30 a.m. at the Masonic Lodge. Coffee and donuts will be available for the ladies at 10 a.m. and the program will be Cal Rice s dramatization of Preacher Smith a late 1800 s Methodist preacher and his exploits from the Civil War to the gold rush in the Black Hills of South Dakota. Lunch will follow at the Masonic Lodge with entertainment. All of these events will be at no cost to the members or ladies, however reservations will be required for lunch and will be limited to the first 170. FALL REUNION PRACTICE SCHEDULE ANNOUNCED Degree Director Charles L. Paine, 33º has established the following practice schedule for the Fall Reunion. If any degree director would like to schedule a rehearsal at a time not shown please contact the office. Practice schedule may be switched for the convenience of the degree participants. If switches are made please advise Charles Paine and the office. Sunday November 8 2:00 p.m. 32 4:00 p.m. 4 3:00 p.m. 31 5:00 p.m. 18 FREE AUDITORIUM PERFORMANCES FREE The Cambridge Concert Association has announced their schedule for the coming year and once again there will be several opportunities for Scottish Rite members and their families to enjoy some quality entertainment at the Scottish Rite Auditorium at no cost to members of the Scottish Rite. On October 18 The Local Girls will present their concert of three part harmony supported by impeccable arrangements that have won them fans across the Midwest and even at the White House. This Athens, Ohio based trio presents tunes from the 30 s and 40 s as well as western, blues and bebop. On December 6 the Swings the Thing orchestra will perform. This 16 piece orchestra performs big band tunes made famous by legends such as Count Basie, Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, and Woody Herman. Remember these performances are free to Scottish Rite Members and families. Come out and enjoy the benefit of your membership and these excellent presentations. C l i p a n d S a v e FREE FREE FREE FREE ADMIT ONE SCOTTISH RITE FAMILY The Local Girls Trio Sunday October 19, 3:00 p.m. Scottish Rite Auditorium Cambridge, Ohio ADMIT ONE SCOTTISH RITE FAMILY Swings the Thing Orchestra Sunday December 6, 3:00 p.m. Scottish Rite Auditorium Cambridge, Ohio

FALL 2009 VALLEY NEWS AND VIEWS PAGE 5 Deb Dunseath MASONIC SENIOR SERVICES The Masonic Senior Services of Ohio is addressing the aging needs of our brethren and their wives and widows through I-CARE.

Serving areas that cover most of the Valley of Cambridge are DeAnna Kinney (Masonic Districts 17, 18, and 23) and Deb Dunseath (Masonic Districts 7, 12, and 13).

DeAnna can be reached at PO Box 483, Martins Ferry, Ohio 43935, by phone at 740-262-1974 or 866-557-0671, or e-mail at dkinney@mssohio.org.

LEARNING CENTER GOLF OUTING Excellent weather was the order of the day as 84 golfers participated in the 7th Annual Golf Outing for the benefit of the Cambridge Masonic Learning Center.

5 FALL 2009 VALLEY NEWS AND VIEWS PAGE 5 Deb Dunseath MASONIC SENIOR SERVICES The Masonic Senior Services of Ohio is addressing the aging needs of our brethren and their wives and widows through I-CARE. This program coordinates services that allow our senior brethren to age successfully at home. The I-CARE program serves masons, wives, and widows, as well as Eastern Star members, age 65 and older. Serving areas that cover most of the Valley of Cambridge are DeAnna Kinney (Masonic Districts 17, 18, and 23) and Deb Dunseath (Masonic Districts 7, 12, and 13). DeAnna and Deb are available for referrals, DeAnna Kinney programs to explain these services, or to assist in establishing local I-Care Committees. DeAnna can be reached at PO Box 483, Martins Ferry, Ohio 43935, by phone at or , or at dkinney@mssohio.org. Deb can be reached at PO Box 846, Logan, Ohio 43138, by phone at or or by at ddunseath@mssohio.org. LEARNING CENTER GOLF OUTING Excellent weather was the order of the day as 84 golfers participated in the 7th Annual Golf Outing for the benefit of the Cambridge Masonic Learning Center. The event was once again held at the Cambridge Country Club and the food, fellowship, and fun made for an enjoyable day. Cambridge Mayor Tom Orr welcomed all present and commented on the work done by the Learning Center for children with dyslexia. The team winners were Wes Harding, Dave Adams, and Ron Harding (Left to Right). Rich Bubenchik was not present for the picture. A quilt made by the Gilkerson family of Marietta was once again a popular item. Door prizes were given to all participants. The money from this event will be used to support the Cambridge Learning Center s efforts working with children with dyslexia in Southeastern Ohio. The Learning Center s Board of Governors want to thank all of the sponsors, golfers, and those who worked so hard on this event. A special thanks to Jerry Ables, Dr. Howard Miller, and Jack McCoy because without them this event would not be a success. DR. KENNETH V. KETTLEWELL, The Valley of Cambridge was saddened to learn of the death of Dr. Kenneth V. Kettlewell, 33 on August 25, Ill. Brother Kettlewell was a member of the Valley of Detroit and an honorary member of the Valley of Cambridge. He was well known in the area having grown up in New Concord, graduating from Muskingum College, and serving Presbyterian churches and living in the area. Dr. Kettlewell was a resident of the Ohio Masonic Home in Springfield and was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Jean. He is survived by three children; Jim, Paul, and Betsy, nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren..

6 FALL 2009 VALLEY NEWS AND VIEWS PAGE 6 MEMBERSHIP INCENTIVE PROGRAM The Valley of Cambridge s Executive Committee approved a Membership Incentive Program is still in effect. The program provides a year s remitted dues for the top line signer of four new or restored members, two years remitted dues for seven new or restored members, or an endowed membership (no more dues for life) for ten new members in one year. The one year time frame covers both the Fall 2009 and Spring 2010 reunions. A qualifying top line signer may assign these rewards to another Valley member if they presently have an endowed or life membership. In the first year of this program several members received one year s dues remittance; one year went to Charles Milligan, 33, Dan Arnold, and Tommy Logston, 33 and an endowed membership was awarded to Clyde Huddleston, 33, MSA. Thanks to everyone who was a top line signer last year and hopefully we will have a few more remitted dues in the coming year. If you have any questions about this program or hopefully need more petitions, please call the office. IN MEMORIAM Randall W. Ball #37 Charles A. Duncan #285 John S. Montgomery #184 John L. Betts #66 Chester W. Hill #224 Thomas D. Riley #184 John O. Chaplin #597 Benny D. Huey #79 Henry W. Schrickel #175 John C. Clark #136 John V. Jefferis #66 Richard P. Thomas #609 Charles W. Cochran #25 John R. Ludman #79 Willis O. Welch #285 Robert L. Donaldson #368 William J. Marshall, Jr. #5 THEY REST FROM THEIR LABORS Ill. Milton O. Law, 33º Class Saturday November 14, 2009 No Charge for Reservations - Lunch Limited to first 170 Reservations Ladies are invited to Lunch Name Number of Lunch Reservations Number of Ladies Program Reservations Mail Reservations to: Valley of Cambridge Reservations by 11/09/09 P. O. Box 1825 Cambridge, Ohio

7 Thirty-Second Degree Masons, Valley of Cambridge for the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction of the United States of America Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry PETITION FOR DEGREES To the officers and members of the Scottish Rite Bodies sitting in the Valley of Cambridge, Ohio Greetings: Date: I,, Print Full First Name Print Full Middle Name Print Full Last Name the undersigned, respectfully show that I am desirous of being admitted as a member of Cambridge Lodge of Perfection, 14, Cambridge Council Princes of Jerusalem, 16, Cambridge Chapter Rose Croix, 18, and Guernsey Consistory, S.P.R.S., 32, and request that I may be received among you, and I will ever pray for the prosperity and glory of the fraternity and the welfare of the Brethren. In making this application I promise on my word and honor that should I be elected and become a member of your honorable bodies, I will subscribe to the following oath of fealty: I, the undersigned, do hereby promise on my word of honor, and swear true faith, allegiance, and fealty to the Supreme Council of Sovereign Grand Inspectors General of the Thirty-third and Last Degree of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry for the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction of the United States of America, sitting at its Grand East in the town of Lexington, Massachusetts, of which the Illustrious John Wm. McNaughton, 33, is the Sovereign Grand Commander, and will support and abide by its Constitution, Orders and Degrees. That I will hold allegiance to the said Supreme Council and be loyal thereto, as the supreme authority of the Rite; will hold illegal and spurious every other body that may be established within its jurisdiction, claiming to be a Supreme Council, and every other Body of said Rite within the same Jurisdiction that does not hold its powers from said Supreme Council, or from a Supreme Council recognized by it, and will hold no communications whatsoever in Scottish Rite Masonry with any member of the same nor allow him to visit any Body of the Rite of which I may be a member, and I will dispense justice to my Brethren according to the laws of equity and honor. That should I violate this my solemn vow and pledge, I consent to be expelled from Scottish Rite Masonry, and all the rights therein and in any Body of the Rite, and to be denounced to every Body of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite in the world as a traitor and forsworn. And may God aid me to keep and perform the same. AMEN. Signature: (Sign Name in Full) Recommended by: (Sign Here) (Print Here) (Sign Here) (Print Here) (Must be members of the Valley of Cambridge) (9 Digit Membership Number) (9 Digit Membership Number) Fall 2009 Fee..$ Not less than $ must accompany petition Make checks payable to : Valley of Cambridge 935 Wheeling Avenue P. O. Box 1825 Cambridge, Ohio Date of Birth: Place of Birth: Have you resided in Ohio for the past 6 months? Yes No wife s Name: Now a M.M. in good standings of: Lodge, No.: Location: Have you ever petitioned for Scottish Rite Degrees before? Yes No If yes - Accepted Rejected Occupation or Profession Retired Residence: City, State, Zip: Residence Telephone ( ) - County How Long at this address? Amount Enclosed Check # Date Received Revised: 06/01/2009

8 Mission Statement The thirtysecond Degree Masons, Valley of Camb r i d g e, A n c i e n t A c c e p t e d S c o t t i s h Rite, is a brotherhood that builds the moral character of men by portrayal of M a s o n i c principles, m a k i n g good men b e t t e r, t h r o u g h belief in God, love of Country and strengthening family ties. VALLEY OF CAMBRIDGE ANCIENT ACCEPTED SCOTTISH RITE 935 Wheeling Ave P. O. Box 1825 Cambridge, OH Phone: Fax: cambridge32@roadrunner.com RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED Non-profit Org. US Postage Paid Permit No. 438 Zanesville, OH October 12 October 18 November 9 November 14 December 6 December 14 January 11 UPCOMING EVENTS 6:30 p.m.-executive Committee Meeting and Program 7:30 p.m.-lodge of Perfection Meeting 3:00 p.m.-cambridge Concert Association- The Local Girls 6:30 p.m.-executive Committee Meeting 7:30 p.m.-lodge of Perfection Auditorium 8:00 p.m.-4 Auditorium followed by refreshments 10:00 a.m.-milton O. Law, 33 Class,Scottish Rite Day, Fall Reunion Noon-Lunch & Masonic Lodge-Reservations Please 3:00 p.m.-cambridge Concert Association- Swings the Thing 6:30 p.m.-executive Committee Meeting 7:30 p.m.-lodge of Perfection Meeting 6:30 p.m.-executive Committee Meeting 7:30 p.m.-lodge of Perfection Meeting

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