August 2013 Trestle Board

Front Entrance to the Unity No. 146 Masonic Lodge in Front Royal, Virginia.

Trestle Board

Unity No. 146 Masonic Lodge
Chartered December 13, 1870 by the Grand Lodge of Virginia
www.Unity146.org

Inside

Master’s Message

The legends of Masonry go beyond Hiram Abiff, reaching back to Noah and the Tower of Babel. According to Albert Mackey, Noah preserved a system of religious instruction similar to Freemasonry before the flood. The Tower of Babel, under Nimrod’s guidance, also plays a part. These legends continue to influence Masonic rituals today.

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A Study of Freemasonry

Freemasonry, with its ancient and preserved practices, sparks curiosity and debate within the Fraternity. From a unique calendar system to the shared history of Hiram, King Solomon, and Hiram Abif, the Masonic ties run deep. The study of Freemasonry’s origins unfolds as scholars and brethren alike seek the truth behind these timeless traditions.

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Events

The lodge’s upcoming events include a dinner on August 7 at 6:30pm for $10, a stated communication at 7:30pm, and a breakfast on August 24 at 8:00am.

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Masonic Birthdays

The post lists Masonic members’ birthdays in August, including Kevin Joseph Davidson, Ward Easton Myers, and several others, spanning from 1960 to 2012.

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Royal Arch Chapter

The High Priest and officers of Hiram #45 Royal Arch Chapter extend greetings. The Grand High Priest of Royal Arch Masons, James Aurthur Fields, will visit the 15th Capitular District at Winchester’s John Dove #21 on August 10th at 6 pm. Various events including meetings and instructional sessions are scheduled in August.

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Secretary’s Message

The Grand Lodge has received the delinquent membership list and will be sending letters soon. Respond promptly to express your wishes. Remember, suspension in the blue lodge extends to other pendant bodies. Each delinquent member costs $38 in Grand Lodge Dues, totaling $570. Help catch up by December 31, 2013 and support new applicants.

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Stated Agenda

At 6:30pm, dinner at the Social Hall, followed by a presentation on 2013 Unity Lodge No. 146 Scholarship Awards at 7:15pm. The evening continues with an Open Master Mason’s Lodge, featured speaker Right Worshipful Kevin J. Davidson, and a Masonic Education Lodge Talk on “Why Mentoring.” Brother Secretary will address administrative matters at 9:30pm.

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Pictures from the July Meeting

Pictures from the July Meeting featuring Worshipful Brother Edward Davis with the “Build A Flag Program” and the American Legion Post 53 presenting The Missing Man Ceremony.

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Living Past Masters

This post lists past masters and living past District Deputy Grand Masters along with their respective years. Notable individuals include Wor. William Newton Wood in 1968, RW Ward Easton Myers, Jr. in 1975, and RW Kevin Joseph Davidson in 2010. The post also highlights the District Deputy Grand Masters from 1985 onwards, such as RW…

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Living PDDGM

This post lists the Living Past District Deputy Grand Masters from 1985 to 2010, including names such as Ward Easton Myers, Jr., Arthur Alvin Heiserman, Charles Randal Seaford, Scott Douglas Cabazolo, Kevin Joseph Davidson, and George Oscar Glavis.

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2013 Officers

The 2013 officers of Unity Lodge No. 146 include Worshipful Master Dennis Mark Haas, Senior Warden Melton Jewell Roland Jr., Junior Warden Harry Wesley Hammack Jr., Treasurer Stephen Craig Wheeler, Secretary Charles Randal Seaford, and various other positions ensuring the smooth functioning of the lodge.

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Unity Lodge No. 146 A.F.&A.M.
Post Office Box 1855
Front Royal, Virginia 22630