May 2015 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

May 2015

Inside

Master’s Message

The April stated meeting at Unity Lodge saw a great turnout, with noteworthy contributions from Wor. Bro. Art Candenquist on civil war era Masons. Unity 146 had a strong presence at the Regional Leadership conference in Virginia, and upcoming events include a program by Wor. Mark Williams and slot training on May 29th.

Henry Clay: A Proud American & Proud Mason

Henry Clay, a key figure in American history, excelled in law, politics, and Freemasonry. His influence in the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives earned him the title of “The Great Compromiser,” delaying the Civil War. Appointed Secretary of State under John Quincy Adams, he famously proclaimed, “I would rather be right than be President.”

Masonic Birthdays

The content lists Masonic birthdays for the month of May, including the names and respective birth dates of the individuals. Notable mentions are David R. Wade, Dennis M. Haas, and William E. Ray, Sr. The Unity Lodge No. 146 celebrates these significant dates.

Royal Arch Chapter

The message highlights the recent activities of the chapter, including a program connecting the Blue Lodge and the Royal Arch and plans for the Leadership Correspondence Course. It also invites attendance at various events and emphasizes the importance of fellowship and education. The newsletter “Plus Lucia” is recommended for viewing on the Grand Chapter website.

Brother John Ewell Honored by Boy Scouts of America

The Warren County Friends of Scouting honored Brother John F. Ewell at their annual fundraising dinner on April 23, 2015. He received the 2015 Warren County Distinguished Citizen Award, presented by Stuart Williams, the Shenandoah Area Council Executive Director. John Ewell also addressed the dinner.

Living PDDGM

The content lists the Living Past District Deputy Grand Masters from 1985 to the present, including names such as Ward Easton Myers, Jr., Arthur Alvin Heiserman, and other notable individuals.

Living Past Masters

The post outlines the past masters of Unity Lodge No. 146, spanning from 1963 to 2014, including notable figures such as William Newton Wood, Harry Wesley Hammack Jr., and Kevin Joseph Davidson. The list showcases the succession of leadership within the lodge over the years, highlighting the contributions of various individuals.

2015 Officers

The 2015 Officers of Unity Masonic Lodge No. 146 include Worshipful Master Harry (Wes) Hammack, Jr., Senior Warden Joseph (Jeph) Embree, Junior Warden Webster (Wes) Theodore Camron, Treasurer Stephen Craig Wheeler, Secretary Kevin Paul Walek, and other appointed members for various roles.