October 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 Masonic Home of Virginia, established in 1890, upholds Masonic principles of care for others. It provides a unique community for Virginia Masons and their spouses, promoting love and care for family, neighbor, God, and Country. Additionally, Unity Lodge will celebrate Masonic Founders Day and Past Masters Night, emphasizing mentorship and fulfilling Masonic obligations.

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Events

The lodge has several events scheduled, including a dinner and a stated communication on October 26. Additionally, the Unity Degree Team will conduct an Entered Apprentice Degree or Ritual Rehearsal on October 16, and a Master Mason Degree or Ritual Rehearsal on October 23.

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Masonic Birthdays

The content lists Masonic birthdays of several individuals, ranging from October 11, 1972 to October 29, 2008, and commemorates specific dates for each person’s affiliation with the Masonic organization.

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Message from the Order of the Eastern Star

The Official Visit on September 28th was successful, with an expected large crowd. There’s a luncheon planned on October 5th, with homemade soup, sandwiches, and desserts for $10. Next meeting is on October 4th at 7:30 p.m. with refreshments provided by members. -Sandy J. Ratliff, Worthy Matron, and Joel D. Ratliff, Sr., Worthy Patron.

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Football Brawl

Two rival groups engage in a secretive match at a local park, alarming a passerby. The man’s query for the score is met with a cryptic response, adding to the intrigue.

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Royal Arch Chapter

The Chapter recently held elections and installed new officers, while also conferring the Mark Master degree. PHP Harry Wesley Hammack, Jr. was thanked for his service as High Priest, with plans to confer the Past Masters degree at the next convocation. Members are encouraged to attend and support the Chapter’s gatherings.

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Stated Agenda

At 6:30pm, a dinner will be held at Stewart C. Payne Social Hall for $10. Following, at 7:30pm, an Open Master Mason’s Lodge will take place, featuring speakers Right Worshipful Wayne Eugene Price and Worshipful Brother Robert Michael Bronson. The evening will also include Masonic educational talks and administrative matters.

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Grand Master Visit

The Grand Master is set to visit Winchester Hiram Lodge No. 21 for its 245th anniversary on October 8. A celebratory dinner will commence at 6:30. Members are requested to confirm their attendance before the stated date. Worshipfuls Baumbach and Candenquist are specifically asked to confirm their presence and guests.

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168th Grand Master of Masons of Virginia

Louis Kerford Campbell, born in 1950, is a distinguished figure in Virginia. He served as a Judge of the General District Court for 25 years and holds various leadership roles in Masonic organizations. A dedicated community member, he is also involved in DeMolay and is a member of Fincastle United Methodist Church.

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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