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1 Volume XXXIV No. 9, May 2017 The Grand Master s Message: Benjamin Franklin, the Man & Freemason M.W.B. Arthur L. Borland Grand Master Of all the great American figures, Benjamin Franklin was among the best known and revered. He contributed greatly to the establishment of America and helped determine its direction over the past 241 years. A Renaissance man, unparalleled by his contemporaries, his life was varied and extensive. He was a wellknown inventor, writer and publisher as well as an ambassador, statesman, outspoken abolitionist and women s rights proponent. At the age of 12, Benjamin left school to become an apprentice to his older brother, James, in the printing business. During this time, he wrote many articles, published either anonymously or under the aliases of Richard Saunders and Silence Dogood. After James was arrested for publishing scandalous libel, Benjamin began publishing The New-England Courant under his own name. He also wrote and published Poor Richard s Almanack in 1732 and numerous other books and articles throughout his life. Benjamin devoted himself to organizing and joining societies which contributed to the good of the community. One such society, which met his ideals, was the young organization known as Freemasonry. In 1731, Benjamin joined St. John s Lodge of Freemasons in Philadelphia. His Masonic education and involvement grew over the next 50 years as he served the Fraternity, not only as a member, but as Grand Master of Pennsylvania in He also served as the Provincial Grand Master of Pennsylvania in 1749 and joined the Masonic Lodge of the Nine Sisters in Paris, serving as its Venerable Master from His belief in a strong public school program established a direction for the Fraternity which still exists today. Benjamin believed the order of Freemasonry, as an organization, would allow him to continue his learning as continued on page three MESH Board Report It has been a busy six months at the Jennings McCall Center since our last report. The facility has a new administrator and chef, and phase four of building upgrades has begun. This phase involves the Independent Living side of the building and will take nine to 11 months to complete. The entryway, reception area and hallways will be remodeled and the result will be a beautiful testament of our continued support to our residents. Aidan IN THIS ISSUE 1 Grand Master s Message 1 MESH Report 2 Mason of the Month 2 Turner Ranch MM Degree 3 Contributions 3 Jennings Wreath Presentation 4 167th Annual Communication 5 Grand Master s Calendar 5 Upcoming Programs 6 News From Our Lodges 7 Robotics Program 8 GWMNM M.W.B. Don Stapleton Immediate P.G.M. Health Services and PDG Construction Services have continued to demonstrate superior management skills in keeping our building in top-notch condition. Recent financial assessment by our auditors have shown that your Masonic Home, with the expertise of our Grand Lodge Finance Committee and MESH Board members, is in excellent financial condition and continues to be one of the premier continuing care facilities in Forest Grove. continued on page two

2 MESH Board Report continued from page one Phase Four of the Jennings McCall Center: LRS Architects concept of the Independent Living entrance. Our new administrator, Mr. Paul Silva, a Washington County resident, started his duties on Mar. 1. He is working closely with Mr. Mark Remley of Aidan Health Services and getting acquainted with the residents and staff. We currently have five LifeCare residents at the Home. Ms. Tammy Vanderzanden, MESHCare Program Manager, is doing an excellent job answering questions and points out services can be provided throughout the state, not just in Forest Grove. Ms. Danielle Christopherson, OutReach Services Director, currently has 82 cases. She is doing a great job using local services to help clients and provides financial assistance to Lodge and Eastern Star members in need. As this is my final report as Chairman of the MESH Board, I would like to personally thank the members of the Board and Trustees for their dedication and unswerving support. Many decisions were made this year, enhancing our goals of providing the best care and living environment to our residents. To this end, my heartfelt thanks. Fraternally, M.W.B. Don Stapleton, I.P.G.M., Chairman of the MESH Board Mason of the Month The Lecturer On Mar. 29, W.B. Zach Cohen presented the Master Mason Lecture to Fellow Craft Matt Sabin during his raising to the Sublime Degree of Master Mason at Molalla Lodge No That was the 159th time W.B. Cohen has presented the Master Mason Lecture, in addition to many Entered Apprentice and Fellow Craft Lectures since his initiation into our Fraternity in To the best of my knowledge, W.B. Cohen has never turned down a request to present the Lectures, unless he was already engaged with another Lodge. His cheerful acceptance to present the Lectures has never wavered. W.B. Cohen is a Hiram Award recipient and has served as Worshipful Master of Vista Masonic Lodge No. 215 and Woodburn Lodge No He is a 32nd Degree Scottish Rite member and a member of the Royal Arch Masons. I believe W.B. Cohen personifies duty to the Fraternity in the finest manner. thank you, W.B. Zach - nominated by W.B. Michael E. Early 72nd Turner Ranch Outdoor MM Degree On July 15, the Brethren of the Mid- Willamette Valley will gather for the 72nd Turner Ranch Outdoor Degree. The site of this Degree takes place in the Acacia Grove among the tall trees and nature s wonders. Six area Lodges: Salem No. 4, Jennings No. 9, Lyon No. 29, Pacific No. 50, Rickreall No. 110 and Vista Masonic No. 215 have been actively involved in coordinating this long-standing event, raising of a new Master Mason. The Degree is scheduled for Saturday, July 15, at the Jack Turner Ranch, Falls City Rd., Dallas, OR 97738, about 10 miles southwest of downtown Dallas. The cost is $6. The Degree will start at 4 p.m. There will also be an apron burning ceremony for Brethren who have passed on to that eternal place not built with hands. If you have an apron that needs proper disposal, please bring it with you. We will then complete the second section of the Degree. Contact R.W.B. Greg Jenkins, R.W.B. Jay Raymond, W.B. Jerry Schierling or the Grand Lodge office for your ticket to the Acacia Grove event. - by W.B. Jerry Schierling 150 YEAR ANNIVERSARY La Grande Lodge No. 41 La Grande Lodge will celebrate its 150-year anniversary on June 17 at 2 p.m. in the Lodge ballroom. This is a public event; wives, family and friends are invited. There will be a light buffet following. The Grand Master and other Grand Lodge officers will rededicate the Lodge with the corn, wine and oil ceremony. Page 2 May 2017

3 Grand Master s Message, continued from page one well as foster his ideas of a free public education and representative government. During the 16th and 17th centuries, education was patterned after the European educational systems which were primarily for the wealthy. Women and Africans were not allowed to attend educational institutions, and the curriculum was based upon learning Latin and the classics of art and literature. Women were educated in the home and subjects taught included homemaking, social skills, music and Latin. Benjamin believed an educational system should focus on teaching practical subjects such as English, agriculture, science and accounting to improve the potential of all students. He organized a movement to influence modern education by establishing the Academy and College of Philadelphia in This establishment later became the University of Pennsylvania which still exists as a prestigious school of higher education. During the formation of the United States, Benjamin contributed to our American way of life in many ways. He established the U.S. Postal Service, set a direction for free public education and helped arrange a treaty with France in Today, Masonry believes, as Benjamin Franklin did, that a free public education is the key to a free society. History has shown educated people are a free people. This is a philosophy Masonry believes and supports to this day. The Grand Lodge of Oregon offers many programs aimed at encouraging schools, teachers and students to be involved, making the education experience better for all. Please become involved and help the local schools in your community. Fraternally, Arthur L. Borland, Grand Master, A.F. & A.M. of Oregon March 1, 2017 March 31, 2017 Masonic & Eastern Star Home Petitioner Club Arthur D. Case, Jr. (44) Jerry L. Jensen (76) Gilman B. Smith (57) Peter Harvey (215) E. Todd Allen (221) William P. Eddy (221) Charles W. Hohman (221) Patrick Rick Neal (221) Judy Bousquet Robert Furer (50) Sidney Croft Lodge No. 206 Oregon Masonic Youth Education & Literacy Foundation Petitioner Club Ed Bousquet, P.G.M. (139) Mark Cook (207) Sunnyside Lodge No. 163 Jennifer Brundidge in honor of Tom Burke (130) and in memory of Forrest A. Steen Oregon Masonic Charitable Foundation - MMSAP Petitioner Club Gilman B. Smith (57) Craig W. Esselstrom (13) George Turnbull (50) Sidney Croft Lodge No. 206 Wreath Presentation at Grave of M.W.B. Jennings Last year, W.B. Ken Hall shared an article he found in the research papers of Research Lodge No. 198 about M.W.B. Berryman Jennings, the first Grand Master of Masons in Oregon. The article is quite interesting and informative, especially the inclusion of the following: The Grand Lodge, each year on the 30th Day in May, reverently places a wreath upon his grave in fraternal remembrance. On May 30, Research Lodge will carry on the tradition of honoring our first Grand Master at the centuryold Greenwood Hills Cemetery, the final resting place for M.W.B. Jennings and many early Oregon pioneers and prominent settlers of Portland. Platted in 1882, Greenwood Hills began as the Portland Masonic Cemetery and opened in 1884 with 15 graves transferred from the Masonic plot in Lone Fir Cemetery. The area is known as Palatine Hill and is host to several other cemeteries all founded in the late 1880s. Many of our ancient Brethren are resting in this cemetery. The ceremony will take place at 11 a.m. in Section 1 of the Greenwood Hills Cemetery, 9002 SW Boones Ferry Rd., Portland. Parking is limited inside the gate. Additional parking is available across the street at the church on SW Boones Ferry and Palatine Hill Road. Carpooling is encouraged. Members of Research Lodge will be there to assist you in locating the monument. -by W.B. Daniel Gray May 2017 Page 3

4 M.W. GRAND MASTER, Arthur L. Borland, invites all Master Masons, their wives and guests to attend the 167th Annual Communication of the Masonic Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of Oregon in Bend, Oregon. An informal opening will begin at 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, followed by the formal session at 10:00 a.m. On Friday, the session will open at 8:00 a.m. The Fellowship Banquet will be held Thursday, June 1st at the Convention Center in Bend. There will be a no-host social hour beginning at 6:00 p.m. with dinner at 7:00 p.m. There will also be lunch available at noon on both Thursday and Friday. Please make your meal selections online, or using the form below. LADIES EVENTS: Thursday, following the informal opening of Grand Lodge, the ladies are invited on a tour bus to the High Desert Museum to explore the history and culture of the area at the many exhibits, both inside and out. Suggested attire is casual and weather appropriate. The tour will be followed by lunch at the Sisters Community Church, and free time to enjoy the quaint city of Sisters, Oregon. On Friday, June 2nd, there will be a ladies luncheon celebrating Friends & Characters of Carol Burnett. Attire will be dress or slacks, or come dressed as your favorite Carol Burnett character! If not attending either of these events, the ladies are welcome to join the men during the Thursday and/or Friday fellowship luncheons. LODGING: A block of rooms has been reserved at the Riverhouse on the Deschutes under the Masonic Grand Lodge of Oregon. Please call to make reservations. The block of rooms will only be held until April 28th. Reserved meal tickets will be available for pickup in the main lobby at the Convention Center during registration hours from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 31st, and beginning again at 7:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 1st. Meals must be paid for at the time of ordering. We are no longer able to hold tickets for later payment. NOTICE: Meal tickets will not be sold at the door. Refunds will not be given to those unable to attend. NOTE: Oregon Grand Lodge Officers, District Deputies, and visiting out-of-state dignitaries will be provided with a separate meal sign-up form directly from Grand Lodge. All others, please complete your meal selections and return this form with your check or credit card information for the total number of tickets you desire at each meal. Tickets will not be mailed and can be picked up at Grand Lodge registration. Meal sign-up for everyone is also available online, Mail orders must reach the Grand Lodge office by Wednesday, May 17th. Please enclose check, money order, or provide VISA, Master Card or American Express information Card # Exp. date: 3 Digit Code: Name as it appears on Card Billing address (incl. ZIP code) (required) as it appears on your statement. MEALS: DELEGATES AND GUESTS: (All Invited) Thursday, Noon Fellowship Luncheon: Picnic Buffet (Fried chicken & grilled burgers) (Salad & veggie burgers available in buffet) THE MASONIC GRAND LODGE OF A.F. & A.M. OF OREGON 167TH ANNUAL COMMUNICATION JUNE 1 & 2, 2017 Oregon Annual Communication Meal Sign-Up Form $28.00 each person # SOMETHING FOR THE LADIES: Thursday, Bus to High Desert Museum & Sisters, Oregon: $47.00 each person # Boarding Time: approx. 10:00 a.m. at the Convention Center. Dress appropriately for the weather. Thursday, Fellowship Banquet: No-Host Social Hour, 6:00 p.m.; Dinner, 7:00 p.m. Flat Iron Steak $42.00 each person # Grilled Salmon Filet $42.00 each person # Vegetarian (Chef s Choice) $29.00 each person # Friday, Noon Fellowship Luncheon: High Noon Buffet (Sliders w/ assorted meats) (Salad available in buffet) Questions? Call the Grand Lodge: (503) or (800) Checks payable to: The Masonic Grand Lodge of Oregon 2150 Masonic Way, Forest Grove, OR Fax to: (503) or to: TV@masonic-oregon.com Page 4 May 2017 $25.00 each person # Sub Total $ Sandwich options: (to be served w/ soup or salad) Select One: Ham and Cheese Vegetarian (w/chips) Turkey (w/cranberry sauce & cheese) Tuna Salad Friday, Ladies Luncheon - 11:30 a.m.: Tex-Mex Buffet (Salad available in buffet) $35.00 each person # Sub Total $ ENCLOSED IS THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF: $ Your Name: Telephone Number: Your Lodge Name & No.: Your Lodge Title: Your Lady s Name: Your

5 Upcoming Programs Back to the Basics The Masonic year is quickly approaching. In our continued effort to keep the Brethren educated, we are returning to the basics. Over the past several years, we have witnessed a change in the structure of the Lodges. We are not seeing as many Worshipful Masters returning to serve another year. Because of this, it was decided to get back to the basics. During the next Masonic year, we will be returning to the Wardens Charges, a series of Charges aimed at the three primary officers of the Lodge. This will be an opportunity for the Senior Deacon and Wardens to learn what they need to know to successfully run their Lodge as they progress through the chairs. You will see the first Charge in January; a catch-up for the sitting Worshipful Masters, as we do not want to leave them out and lose a year of Lodge enhancement. In the spring, we will start with the Junior Warden s Charge, aimed at the Senior Deacons, the typical rotation office to the Junior Warden s chair. This will be followed by the Senior Warden s Charge, aimed at the sitting Junior Warden, the typical rotation to the Senior Warden s chair. Finally, the Worshipful Master s Charge, aimed at the sitting Senior Wardens. These Charges are intended for the respective sitting officers but are open to others wishing to further their education. The Charges will be held at the Jennings McCall Center in Forest Grove. The Grand Lodge Trustees encourage Lodge officers to attend and will offer some wonderful incentives to aid them. Dates will be available in the Grand Master s calendar. Fraternally, R.W.B. W. Myles McMillan, Deputy Grand Master GRAND MASTER S TENTATIVE ITINERARY May Crater Lake No. 211, Klamath Falls, Official Visit: dinner, 6:30 p.m.; Lodge, 7:30 p.m. - U, L 6 District Deputy Training, Forest Grove - BC 7 Grand Lodge Officer Training, Forest Grove - BC 8 Marys River No. 221, Corvallis, Official Visit: dinner, 6:30 p.m.; Lodge, 7:30 p.m. - U, L 9 Sidney Croft No. 206, Brookings, Official Visit: dinner, 6:30 p.m.; Lodge, 7:30 p.m. - U, L 10 Washington No. 46, Portland, Official Visit: dinner, 6:30 p.m.; Lodge, 7:30 p.m. - U, L 11 Bend No. 139, Official Visit: dinner, 6 p.m.; Lodge, 7 p.m. - U, L 13 MESH Meeting: Forest Grove, 8 a.m. - U 13 Associate Grand Matron/Patron, Al Kader Shrine, Wilsonville 16 St. Johns No. 17, Albany, Official Visit: dinner, 6:30 p.m.; Lodge, 7:30 p.m. - U, L 18 Clatskanie No. 133, Official Visit: dinner, 6:30 p.m.; Lodge, 7:30 p.m. - U, L DeMolay Conclave 31 Grand Lodge of Oregon, Riverhouse on the Deschutes, Bend, Grand Master s Banquet (invitation only); social hour, 6 p.m.; dinner, 7 p.m. - T, L June Grand Lodge of Oregon 167th Annual Communication, Riverhouse on the Deschutes, Bend - U Fellowship Banquet; social hour, 6 p.m.; dinner, 7 p.m. - BC, L 2 Grand Lodge of Oregon 167th Annual Communication, Riverhouse on the Deschutes, Bend - U Installation of Grand Lodge Officers , 4 p.m. - U, L 3 MESH Meeting, Riverhouse on the Deschutes, Bend, 8 a.m. - U U = Uniform; L = Ladies; T = Tuxedo; S = Suit; SU = Summer Uniform; BC = Business Casual A STORIA M ASONIC W EEKEND Presented by Seaport Lodge 7 Multnomah Lodge 1 MASTER MASON DEGREE MASTER MASONS (WITH CREDENTIALS) ONLY TIME: 1:00pm Saturday, October 14, 2017 COST: Free JOIN US BEER/ WINE HORS D OEUVRES RECEPTION ALL ARE WELCOME TIME: 4:00pm COST: $25/person Both the degree and reception take place at the Astoria Masonic Center, 1572 Franklin Avenue Astoria, Oregon Visit astoriamasonicweekend.org for more information ASTORIA MASONIC WEEKEND IS A FUNDRAISING EVENT FOR THE ASTORIA MASONIC CENTER BUILDING FUND A COMMUNITY RESOURCE SINCE 1924 May 2017 Page 5

6 NEWS FROM OUR LODGES Vista Masonic Lodge No. 215 On Jan. 3, W.B. Louie E. Sansing was presented his 70-year Jewel at Vista Masonic Lodge in Salem. Born 1926 in Dermott, Ark., W.B. Sansing was raised June 23, He has served in Arkansas as Worshipful Master, Lodge Secretary, and District Deputy to the Grand Master. W.B. Sansing affiliated with Vista Masonic Lodge in He has served in Oregon as Junior and Senior Grand Steward and is a Hiram Award recipient. He has also served as Left to right: W.B. Louie Sansing, R.W.B. Jay Raymond, and M.W.B. David H. Fryday, P.G.M. Grand Sentinel for the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons, board member of the Low 12 Club, and in various elected and appointed positions and committees within his Lodge. - submitted by W.B. Dennis Stephens Gateway Lodge No. 175 Gateway Lodge proudly sponsors Boy Scout Troop 509 in Warrenton. Five Lodge Brothers were pleased to attend the Eagle Scout Court of Honor for Robert Barber. Robert is a junior and honor student at Warrenton High School. Robert joined Pack 509 at the age of five. As a Tiger Cub, he received the Medal of Merit for lifesaving, one of the highest honors awarded by the Boy Scouts of America. Robert s Eagle Scout project was fire hydrant visibility and maintenance for the Warrenton Fire Department. They removed brush from around the hydrants, flushed and repainted red with yellow for better visibility. Robert completed his Eagle Scout board of review on Nov. 30, submitted by R.W.B. Ronald L. Atkins, District Deputy No. 1 Molalla Lodge No. 178 Molalla Lodge would like to cordially invite all Brethren to a 10-year anniversary celebration and the opening of our renovated Lodge building on May 26 from 6-8 p.m. We will serve cake, ice cream and soft drinks, and the Lodge will be open for all to view. We recently replaced our aging carpet and are proud of our building. Come help us celebrate! The building is located at 123 Ross St., Molalla (behind the police station, next to Wells Fargo). For more information, contact Worshipful Master Mike Early, (503) (voice or text) or by , michaeleearly@aol.com. Cove Lodge No. 91 On Mar. 1, R.W.B. Kenneth L. Briggs, District Deputy No. 22, presented W.B. Robert Gedlick with his 50-year Jewel. Accompanied by his two sons, daughter and son-in-law, W.B. Gedlick shared some of his Masonic experiences, recounted his time with the Coast Guard and how that eventually led him to become a Mason. W.B. Gedlick has been a great promoter and helper of Cove Lodge, keeping the Brothers focused and strong in our work and Ritual, as well as helping rejuvenate the Lodge building. After the public presentation, we opened Lodge, escorted W.B. Gedlick to the East and afforded him the Public Grand Honors of Masonry. It was a great night of recognition and remembrance. - submitted by W.B. Brian Lackey Laurel Lodge No. 13 Bro. Donald Reed was presented his 65- year certificate and Jewel. Bro. Reed was initiated, passed and raised a Master Mason in 1949 at Laurel Lodge No. 13. The Jewel was pinned on Bro. Reed by his greatgranddaughter, Audrey Hughey. Bro. Reed served as Lodge Treasurer for many years and is an Honorary Past Master of Laurel Lodge. Bro. Reed will be 103 years young in July. Following the presentation, Bro. Reed told stories from his 102 years. Those in attendance determined he has lived through eight of his nine lives. God Bless my Brother, and what an honor it is to know you. - submitted by W.B. Bob Mallory Page 6 May 2017

7 Klamath Lodge No. 77 The Brethren of Klamath Lodge recently honored outgoing Secretary, W.B. Arnold Ellis, for his 24 years of dedicated service to the Lodge. W.B. Ellis assumed the office at the request of the sitting Master at the time. The Worshipful Master asked W.B. Ellis if he would consider taking the office for two years, telling him it was an easy job, only taking about a half-hour per week. W.B. Ellis joked the Master may not have been totally truthful with him. W.B. Ellis is pictured holding the plaque presented to him by the Lodge during the Official Visit of the Grand Master, M.W.B. Arthur L. Borland. Annual Masonic Cleanup Greenwood Hills Cemetery Butte Creek Elementary School Robotics Program On Mar. 24, representatives from Silverton Lodge No. 45 and Molalla Lodge No. 178 attended an award assembly at Butte Creek Elementary School. Worshipful Master Chris Warren of Silverton Lodge, accompanied by W.B. John Lalicker; Bro. Marty Hardin, Junior Warden; and Bro. Paul Buckley, presented a $1000 check for the school s Robotics program. W.B. Warren hopes Silverton Lodge will be able to make yearly contributions to the Butte Creek Robotics program, supporting a small school doing so well with limited resources. Molalla Lodge was represented by Worshipful Master Mike Early, who presented two robotic kits to the school on behalf of the Lodge for their use in learning how to build robots. Three of the four robotics teams have earned spots in the Create U.S. Open Robotics event. The fourth-grade class is going to the world competition in Kentucky, where they will compete against high school students. Their accomplishments are astounding, especially given the size of the school and the lack of a well-funded program. Teacher Stacey Boost explained that she started the program as a short-term class that has morphed into a full-year effort, from which both she and the students gain a large amount of satisfaction. Butte Creek Elementary School represents the best attributes of our education system in a small, rural environment. They are a shining star of educational achievement, and the two Lodges were very happy to be able to recognize their efforts. - submitted by W.B. Michael E. Early Mark your calendars for Portland Lodge No. 55 s annual cemetery cleanup at Greenwood Hills Cemetery on May 20 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Brethren from Portland No. 55 and surrounding Lodges, family and friends are welcome. Sections four and 10 are the designated Masonic areas in need of maintenance. Please bring pruning shears, loppers, gas powered string trimmers, tarps and gloves. The cemetery is located at 9002 SW Boones Ferry Rd. in Portland. Please RSVP to Eric Nelson by ericalannelson@outlook.com (This will allow for a proper headcount for coffee and lunch, which will be provided by the Greenwood Hills Cemetery Association). June OMN Deadline The June issue is the last issue for this Masonic year, as the OMN is not printed during July or August. If your Lodge will have summer events, such as Outdoor Degrees, picnics or fundraisers, consider submitting an article for the June issue by May 5, to Erin Evans at eevans@masonicoregon.com. Should you prefer to recap your summer activities in the September issue, keep in mind article submissions are due to Ms. Evans by August 5. OMN May 2017 Page 7

8 OREGON MASONIC NEWS NON-PROFIT ORG US POSTAGE The Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of OR 2150 Masonic Way Forest Grove, OR PAID SALEM OR PERMIT NO. 526 Change service requested Scan this QR Code for a quick link to the Grand Lodge website. Oregon Masonic News M.W.B. Stapleton Elected to the Board of GWMNM The Oregon Masonic News is published monthly (except July and August) by authority of the trustees of The Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M., of Oregon. Editors are the trustees of the Grand Lodge. Deadline for copy is the fifth of the month preceding the publication date. Example: May 5 for the June issue. High resolution photos, along with story submissions, may be sent electronically to the Grand Secretary. Photos should not be reduced in size. Printed photos are also acceptable. If you scan your own photos, they should be at least 300 dpi. Photocopies are NOT acceptable. The Oregon Masonic News is a publication of the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M., of Oregon and unauthorized duplication is strictly forbidden. Proprietary rights to all articles published in the Oregon Masonic News are the sole property of the author and cannot be reproduced without express permission of the Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M., of Oregon. News of Lodges is solicited. Rights are reserved to edit all submitted material, and views expressed in articles may not necessarily be the official position of the Grand Lodge nor an endorsement thereof. Non-members domesticsubscription rate is $5 per year. PLEASE NOTE: The mailing address is Oregon Masonic News, 2150 Masonic Way, Forest Grove, OR Phone: ; outside the Portland-area, Fax: Website: ebousquet@ masonic-oregon.com. t the most recent Conference of Grand Masters in North America held in Omaha, Neb., M.W.B. Don Stapleton, I.P.G.M. and Secretary of Washington Lodge No. 46, was elected to the board of the George Washington Masonic National Memorial, located in Alexandria, Va. What a great honor it is for a member of our Jurisdiction to be on the board of directors of such a prestigious and magnificent memorial. M.W.B. Don will serve for three years and work to promote the campaigns presently being initiated. These include the Landmark Century Campaign and the restoration and enhancement of the outside, interior and grounds of the Memorial. The Memorial was designated a National Historic Landmark by the National Park Service in August If you have not visited the Memorial, it is something to add to your bucket list. - submitted by Washington Lodge No. 46 A PRESENTED BY JOSEPH LODGE #81 AF&AM A REGIONAL MATCH AND FUNDRAISER MAY 2OTH, 2017 AT THE EAGLE CAP SHOOTERS ASSOC. ANT FLAT RANGE $40 PER PERSON OR $110 FOR A TEAM OF 3 ALL SHOOTERS WELCOME! OPEN SIGHTED LEVER GUNS AND SINGLE ACTION PISTOLS ONLY ENTRY FEE INCLUDES LUNCH PISTOL COURSE AT UP TO 20 YARDS AND LONG GUNS OUT TO 200 AWARDS FOR 1ST AND 2ND PLACE RIFLE AND PISTOL AS WELL AS TOP TEAM TOP GUN PRIZE A N E W H E N RY 2 2 F RO M J O S E P H H A R DWA R E REGISTRATION AND QUESTIONS CONTACT DOUG d w k m 3 g m a i l. c o m o r P.O. b o x J o s e p h O R