THE RITE RECORDER Valley of Cincinnati www.32masons.com January 2018 Queen City Invitational Academic Scholarships Spring Fling for Charity Travels on the Bourbon Trail The Scottish Rite a Century Ago
THE RITE RECORDER Volume 74 No. 6 Cincinnati Masonic Center 317 East Fifth Street Cincinnati, OH 45202 3399 513-421 3579 800-561 3579 Fax: 513-562 2661 Web: www.32masons.com EDITOR Ben P. Rosenfield, 32º benr@32masons.com BOARD OF TRUSTEES Chairman K. Douglas Akers, 33º Academic Scholarships: Apply Now Read on to learn about the types of scholarships offered and how to determine eligibility The Supreme Council of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite for the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction sponsors academic scholarships throughout its Valleys. The Valley of Cincinnati also offers scholarships funded by the Valley of Cincinnati Foundation and the Kathleen Castle Memorial Scholarship Fund. The application process for the Abbott and Valley scholarships is the same. Applicants are considered for either an Abbott or a Valley scholarship. The Kathleen Castle Memorial Scholarship Fund was created to provide scholarships for daughters and granddaughters of Eastern Star members, either living or in good standing at the time of death. Completed applications must be in the hands of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of Cincinnati, by April 1, 2018. You can obtain an application for either scholarship by visiting 32masons.com and then clicking on the Charities link. If you re without Internet access, you may call the Scottish Rite office at 513-421-3579 or 800-561-3579 to request an application by mail. The Valley of Cincinnati Foundation provides funding for the scholarship program and awards grants in support of the charitable aims of the Scottish Rite. Valley of Cincinnati Foundation scholarships are open to members, their children, and grandchildren. Donations to the foundation are tax deductible in accordance with I.R.S. requirements. Please contact the Scottish Rite office for more information about the Valley of Cincinnati Foundation. Eligibility for Scottish Rite Abbott scholarships A Scottish Rite Mason of the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction A child of a member in good standing of the Valley of Cincinnati who is a high-school senior or currently enrolled at an accredited college or university, who has attained a minimum grade point average of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale A member of DeMolay, Rainbow, or Job s Daughters in the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction who is a high-school senior or currently enrolled at an accredited college or university, who has attained a minimum grade point average of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale Please submit only the following with the application (one copy each): most current copy of high-school or college grade transcript, most current copy of ACT or SAT test results, most current copy of FAFSA form, and letter of recommendation from an instructor, counselor, or advisor. Applications must be received in a 9 x 12 envelope (please do not fold). No staples or paper clips, please. Eligibility for Kathleen Castle Memorial scholarships Daughter or granddaughter of member of the Order of Eastern Star (living or deceased) Graduate of a public or private secondary/preparatory school Provide a copy of grade transcripts and ACT or SAT scores Letter of recommendation from teacher or school counselor Submit two copies of the completed application to the Scottish Rite office Members at Large Donald E. Hoffman, 33º Thomas E. Uhl, 32º Jeffrey P. Waltz, 33º Dwight D. Wilson, 33º PRESIDING OFFICERS Gibulum Lodge of Perfection Michael R. Stewart, 32º Dalcho Council, Princes of Jerusalem Timothy N. Shannon, 32º Cincinnati Chapter of Rose Croix Richard A. Dickerscheid, 32º Ohio Consistory Jeffrey A. Bickel, 32º EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Robert W. Dumford, 33º rdumford@32masons.com FRATERNAL SECRETARY Michael A. Himes, 33º mhimes@32masons.com Secretary Emeritus John R. Teller, Jr., 33º TREASURER Ronald W. Zemites, 33º HOSPITALER Kraig J. Walker, 33º TYLER Keith L. Clepper, 32º THE SUPREME COUNCIL Deputy for the State of Ohio Douglas N. Kaylor, 33º Active Member, Resident in Cincinnati M. Todd McIntosh, 33º Sovereign Grand Commander David A. Glattly, 33º Active Member at Large Robert O. Ralston, 33º, P.S.G.C. Active Member Emeritus William R. Powers, Jr., 33º
The Valley of Cincinnati is sponsoring the Spring Fling for Charity, a dinner and dance, on Saturday, April 21, 2018. It ll be held in the ballroom on the campus of Shawnee State University in Portsmouth, OH. The event will support a local charity in the Lawrence and Scioto County region, and will be from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. Ticket sales will begin on Valentine s Day, February 14, 2018, and the price will be $15.00 per person. This will be an excellent opportunity to buy your sweetie a great gift and support a worthy cause. This dance is open to all Masons and their friends, and will be a great chance to have a date night with your lady, and fellowship with your Masonic Brethren. The dress for the evening is semi-casual. The charity and meal details will be announced soon. Supreme Council NMJ Launches Hauts Grades Academy Learn more about this new Scottish Rite education program The Supreme Council NMJ says it heard feedback indicating interest in a journey deeper into the inspiration and self-discovery that comes from studying the Scottish Rite degrees. As a response, the Supreme Council is launching the Hauts Grades Academy (HGA). The program will be offered online and free of charge to all 32º Scottish Rite Masons in good standing. According to the Supreme Council, HGA will be personally enriching, and will better prepare you to serve as educators, mentors, and role models in your Valley. To whet your appetite, you can find a series of thematic quizzes to test your knowledge when you sign into the member center at scottishritenmj.org/membercenter). The Hauts Grades Academy (HGA) is a program designed to promote the education, knowledge, and engagement of members in the Scottish Rite, NMJ. The Scottish Rite was known as the Hauts Grades in its early beginnings. The program is made up of three exciting levels: Level One The candidate will delve into the ritual of all twenty-nine Scottish Rite, NMJ degrees Level Two The essay portion of the curriculum will allow for self-reflection and review of Scottish Rite degrees selected personally by the candidate. Level Three A written research paper on a topic of the candidate s choice, which will be pre-approved and reviewed by the HGA committee. Research topics can vary between history, ritual, and the philosophy of the Scottish Rite. Sovereign Grand Commander to Meet Brothers in AZ and FL Find out about the SGC s upcoming travels Newly installed Sovereign Grand Commander David A. Glattly, 33, his wife, Monica Glattly, and Vice President of Charities Michael C. Russell will travel to Arizona and Florida in early 2018. Commander Glattly s goal during this time is to meet with Scottish Rite Freemasons and their guests to discuss the future of our fraternity and Freemasonry. The events are open to any Brother or Masonic family member who chooses to attend. All dates and locations are listed here. Every dollar collected for these receptions goes directly to the Scottish Rite Benevolent Foundation. Arizona Sun City West, luncheon, Tuesday, January 30, 11:30 a.m., Briarwood Country Club, 20800 N. 135th Ave., Sun City West, AZ Florida Port St. Lucie, luncheon, Thursday, March 1, 11:30 a.m., PGA Golf Club s Wanamaker Room, 1916 Perfect Dr., Port St. Lucie, FL Sarasota Luncheon, Tuesday, March 13, 11:30 a.m., Peridia Golf & Country Club, 4950 Peridia Blvd. E., Bradenton, FL Tampa Luncheon, Thursday, March 22, 11:30 a.m., DoubleTree Suites, 3050 N. Rocky Point Dr. W., Tampa, FL Naples Luncheon, Wednesday, March 7, 11:30 a.m., Spanish Wells Country Club, 9801 Treasure Cay Ln., Bonita Springs, FL The Villages Breakfast, Monday, March 19, 9:30 a.m., The Waterfront Inn, 1105 Lakeshore Dr., The Villages
The Queen City Invitational in Review By Sam Swicegood, 32º with photos by Terry Alexander, 32º Outside the Cincinnati Masonic Center it was chilly, but it was impossible to deny the warmth of the reception of Scottish Rite Brothers on November 10 and 11, 2017, at the Queen City Invitational. This event attracted more than 300 Scottish Rite Masons from across the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction, as well as our Brothers from the Southern Jurisdiction s Valley of Covington, KY. A weekend to remember The events began on Friday night with a Veterans Day reception, where Bro. Ernie Brown, 32, led visiting Masons and guests in a presentation by the Cincinnati Young Marines, who posted the American Flag, followed by a video about the Star Spangled Banner. This was followed by a very moving presentation by Ill. Bro. Gary Cox, 33, called the Missing Man Table. This table setting is a symbol of ceremonial remembrance for POW/MIA veterans, and features many items of significance. The symbolism of each item, color, and placement were explained during the ceremony. They are not with us today, Cox recited. Their chairs are empty, but saved for their hoped return. Let us remember their absence. A reunion of the Rite The Invitational featured a live presentation of the 4, Master Traveler, by the Valley of Cincinnati, with assistance from members of the Valley of Columbus. This was followed by the 18, Knight of Rose Croix, exemplified by the Valley of Columbus. After lunch, Ryan Cope, State Scribe of Ohio DeMolay, portrayed the DeMolay Ceremony of Light in an exemplary manner. The Valley of Pittsburgh then presented the 19, Brothers of the Trail. The day was concluded with a presentation of the Southern Jurisdiction 32, Master of the Royal Secret, by the Valley of Covington. Among the distinguished guests were the Sovereign Grand Commander of the Scottish Rite, Northern Masonic Jurisdiction, Ill. Bro. David A. Glattly, 33, and Ill. Bro. Douglas N. Kaylor, 33, Deputy for Ohio. Joining them were Brethren from the Northern Masonic and Southern Jurisdictions, and the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction Scottish Rite, Prince Hall Affiliation. Ill. Bro. Glattly presented information regarding the Scottish Rite s Path Forward initiative, featuring high-quality programs and commercials built by the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction for the benefit of the Grand Lodges of the jurisdiction. You won t see the Scottish Rite credited on these, Glattly added, but if you see the slogan, Not Just a Man. A Mason. you ll know it was us. Not just a one-time thing At the close of the day, Commander-In- Chief Jeff Bickel remarked that this was not the end of the Invitational. We never intended this to be a onetime-thing. So the question is, Who s got next? Bickel expressed that other Valleys have already begun to talk about the potential of hosting the Invitational next year. When that happens, it s certain that the Valley of Cincinnati will be there to take part, and return in kind the fantastic and powerful degrees that were witnessed this weekend. More pictures: Visit the Valley of Cincinnati s Facebook page, facebook.com/32masons, for many more memories from the Queen City Invitational.
Brothers of the (Bourbon) Trail By David Girmann, 32º with photos by Terry Alexander, 32º Early, one blustery November morning, a large group of travelers gathered together to journey a long distance in search of knowledge, refreshment and fellowship. Each understood that the trail they sought to travel is best when traversed with others: the Bourbon Trail of Kentucky. Their travels led them first to Alltech, home of Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale and Town Branch Distillery. Though this is a new-fangled distillery, it claims a deep brewing heritage, one of the oldest in the country. The travelers learned about the brewery s history, and how it is still embraces the pioneering spirit by trying new things, such as when it started the concept of aging beer in bourbon barrels. The travelers were able to enjoy samples, and they earned their first stamp in their Bourbon Tour passports. Lesson learned: Try something new; it can lead to success. Next stop was Barrel House Distillery. Barrel House, a much newer distillery, exhibited the entrepreneurial spirit of our forefathers of 200 years ago. Chad, the master of distilling, and his trusty cat, Snuggles, taught the group about small, craft distilling. He proudly showed how determination and a bit of ingenuity helped launch the small craft distilling process. The travelers were able to slake their growing thirst on samples, and earned a stamp for the Craft Bourbon Tour. Lesson learned: Passion, skill, and ingenuity can create great things. After a morning of traveling and tasting, it was time to get some grub. For this, the travelers stopped in to an old distillery that had been taken over by some Goodfellas. These weren t your typical bootleggers. These wiseguys converted their distillery into an Italian eatery. Lesson learned: Everybody appreciates a good pie and some good company. The last stop on the trail was the granddaddy of all distilleries: Buffalo Trace. Home to such brands as Pappy Van Winkle, Blantons, EH Taylor, Buffalo Trace, and others, this national landmark is a whiskey Mecca. The travelers walked through the hallowed halls, previously frequented by famous bourbon barons, taking in the process, learning about how barrels that do not meet stringent and consistent flavor profiles are rejected by the brands that fostered them. Finally, the group headed to the to the saloon to taste Buffalo Trace s current varietals. Thus marked the end of the tour. The travelers learned a few great lessons that day, perhaps most importantly that the road is much better when traveled with others old friends and new. More pictures: Visit the Valley of Cincinnati s Facebook page, facebook.com/32masons, for many more memories from the Bourbon Trail. Upcoming Valley of Cincinnati Degree Events 21 in Lawrence County Proctorville Lodge No. 550, 340 Front St., Proctorville, OH 45669. Lunch at noon, degrees to follow. Come and journey with your Brethren of the Valley of Cincinnati as we make our way to Proctorville, OH, on January 13, 2018. The event will begin with lunch at noon, followed by the 4 video. The 21, which has not been portrayed in the Valley of Cincinnati since April, 2013, will round out the proceedings. This degree very effectively conveys the lesson of justice, one of the Core Values of the Scottish Rite. The event is open to all Scottish Rite Masons and candidates. If you need petitions or information, please contact the Valley of Cincinnati office. Mid-Winter Program in Dayton (please note the change in degrees) Dayton Masonic Center, 525 W. Riverview Ave., Dayton, OH 45405 Dayton, OH, will be the site of the next Mid-Winter Gathering, held on February 17, 2018 at the Dayton Masonic Center. We will start at 8:00 a.m. with registration, coffee, and doughnuts. At 9:00 a.m. the 13 will be portrayed by the Valley of Columbus, and the Valley of Cincinnati will exemplify the 28. The 13 and 28 are not Core Value degrees, so this date presents another opportunity to fill up your Scottish Rite passport. After lunch there will be a presentation by the Order of DeMolay, followed by the 20, Master ad Vitam, conferred by the Valley of Dayton. This degree highlights integrity and devotion to country, and the setting and story make this one of the most popular degrees in Scottish Rite Freemasonry. Registration at 8:00 a.m.; 13 at 9:00 a.m., followed by the 28, lunch, DeMolay, and 20.
A Look at the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite in 1917 By Nick E. Kurzynski, 32º The year 1917 was a great one for the Scottish Rite in Cincinnati, OH, with Gibulum Lodge of Perfection, Dalcho Council, and Cincinnati Chapter of Rose Croix each gaining approximately 240 members an approximate 8% gain over the membership in 1916. The State of Ohio had gained 1,002 32º initiates in the fiscal year 1916 and gained 1,897 32º initiates in the fiscal year 1917. This was a 47% increase for 32º initiates over the 1916 32º initiates. Why such a dramatic increase? World War I. The United States entered WWI on April 6, 1917 with a declaration of war on Germany, and this was the Jubilee Year of the great Union. The 50th anniversary of the great Union was held in New York City laced with patriotism and duty in light of the United States entrance into World War I. Jubilee Meetings (Reunions) were held in May with each Valley commemorating the union of said Valleys into the United Supreme Council. 2017 is the 150th Anniversary of this Union. In the opening ceremonies of the Supreme Council on September 18, 1917 in New York, Illustrious Grand Prior Horace A. Irvin, 33º, led the Brethren in devotion (excerpted): For this our boys go from the loving arms of mothers, for this our young men go out with the blessings of their sires, for this is our Starry Flag unfurled on far foreign fields and upon the ocean wave. And for new harvests in blood drenched fields, for new temples and rebuilt homes in devastated cities, for the right to exist of little as well as big nations, for World Democracy, for Human Liberty, for the end of warfare, for Universal Peace and the glory of our God, our republic will fight until victory comes in Thine own good time. Our Sovereign Grand Commander, Ill. Bro. Barton Smith, 33º, found himself along with his officers in the midst of this great struggle of World War I. He said this is our war. The unparalleled devotion of France, the bulwark of the British Empires strength, and the giant groaning struggles of Russia are but the outer defenses of liberty to which the United States furnishes the inner citadel. Grand Commander Smith was born in Channahon, IL, on June 2, 1852. He attended the University of Michigan, receiving the degrees of B.S. and LL.B in 1872 and 1875 respectfully. He was president and chairman of the board of directors of the Toledo Blade Co. for many years. During the first 40 years of his long career he was constantly engaged in trial of cases. He was a member of the Ohio state and Toledo Bar Associations and a charter member of the Toledo Museum of Art. President Warren G. Harding appointed him to represent the United States on an Arbitral Commission in 1922, which sat at London, England. Smith served as Worshipful Master of Sanford L. Collins Lodge No. 396 in Toledo, OH, in 1884-1885, and was an officer in many of the other appendant bodies. He also served as Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Ohio in 1897. Smith received his 33º on September 20, 1887. He died on November 16, 1935, after an illness of more than five years. The Active Member of the Supreme Council for Cincinnati in 1917 was Ill. Brother Thomas Kite, 33º. He was born in Cincinnati on August 2, 1849. He worked for the Dean China and Glassware Co., later known as the Dean and Kite Co. He served as its treasurer for 50 years. Kite served as Worshipful Master of Monitor Lodge No. 445 in Delhi, OH, in 1880, 1883, 1884, and 1885. He was a member of Royal Arch appendant bodies, serving as Grand Conductor in the Grand Council of Ohio and as the Grand Commander in the Grand Commandery of Ohio. He received his 33º in Cincinnati, OH, on September 20, 1898, and was elevated to the rank of Active Member on September 22, 1910. He became an Emeritus Member of the Supreme Council on September 16, 1930. He is responsible for the resolution that Gibulum Lodge of Perfection shall provide and present the authorized ritualistic ring of the 14º to each of the candidates receiving the degree of Grand Elect Mason. Ill. Brother Kite, 33 was a permanent resident of Cincinnati, OH, living on West 4th Street and later settling in Delhi, OH. Ill. Bro. Kite, passed away on March 17, 1938, and was the only Emeritus Member of the Supreme Council at the time. Sources: Proceedings of 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, years 1917, 1936 and 1938; The Rite Recorder, March 2014.
UPCOMING EVENTS The Valley of Cincinnati has an exciting slate of events scheduled for you. There certainly is something for everyone on this schedule. Masters Dinner (West) Jan. 11, 2018 RSVP Banquet Hall 21º (Lawrence County Club) Jan. 13, 2018 Proctorville Lodge Masters Dinner (East) Jan. 13, 2018 Portsmouth Brewery Mid-Winter Gathering Feb. 17, 2018 Dayton Masonic Center 30º (Highland/Clinton Clubs) Mar. 10, 2018 Hillsboro Lodge March Madness Party Mar. 16, 2018 Club 32, Cincinnati Masonic Center Reunion (4º, 14º, 16º, 18º, 32º) Apr. 14, 2018 Cincinnati Masonic Center Spring Fling for Charity Apr. 21, 2018 Shawnee State University Fishing Derby May 12, 2018 Shawnee State Park