July 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

July 2015

Inside

Master’s Message

The Lodge has a special meeting planned for July 1, 2015, including an awards dinner and ceremonies honoring long-standing members. Additionally, a Master and Wardens meeting will be held in Winchester on July 30th. RSVP for the dinner by June 27th, and don’t forget to support the lodge breakfast on June 27th.

Masonic Birthdays

The post lists Masonic birthday dates for several members, including Brother Francis Yowell Hudson on July 3, 1965, and others throughout July. Notable dates include July 19th and 23rd, with multiple brothers celebrating on those days.

Freemasonry and the Declaration of Independence

Freemasons played a significant role in the birth of the United States, closely linked to the Declaration of Independence and the early American colonies. This influence is evidenced by the membership of key figures like Benjamin Franklin, John Hancock, and others. The principles of Freemasonry also align with the ideals of the United States.

Royal Arch Chapter

The chapter had a busy June, conferring degrees and beginning a leadership course. Upcoming events include degree conferrals, a school of instruction, and a convocation. Companions are encouraged to attend stated and called convocations, with assistance available for those needing a ride. The Grand Royal Arch Chapter 207th Grand Annual Convocation is in November.

Arrival

The Candidate for initiation experienced a series of setbacks while traveling to the Lodge. After his car broke down and his bicycle chain snapped, he ingeniously used a cord to fix it and freewheeled to his destination. Surprisingly, the WM knew about his unconventional journey, leaving the candidate feeling proud and mystified.

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A flag of the united states appears with an overlay of the freemasonry emblem. The text reads: “We Are A Nation of BUILDERS” 4th of July

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.