Reminder
Have you paid the first half of your property taxes???
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Do you have the wrong coat???
Hi Connie,
Just a quick reminder to put a note in the "Stars" that Mitzi
Davis' coat was taken - hopefully by mistake - at Spokane Chapter
on Tuesday, April 18th. It was black with a velvet collar - a size small. If
someone has taken it by mistake, please contact Mitzi at 509-924-5334.
Thanks!!
** Vicki Chamberlain, Grand Marshal
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This is 'cool' ...
ALL AMERICAN POOH BEAR WGP TO PAY A RANSOM AT FRIEND’S NIGHT TO COLLECT POOH BEAR!
DROP LOCATION, DATE & TIME: FIDELITY CHAPTER #78, ARLINGTON MASONIC CENTER, Arlington, Washington
MAY 17th, 2006; 7:30 PM
DON’T MISS OUT ON THE FUN
** Dottie Hardenbrook, WM
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News
from Virginia . . .
Seth Bennett, Worthy Grand Matron of
Virginia is in the Martha Jefferson Hospital in
Charlottesville. She complained of chest pains, which got progressively
worse, resulting in Brother Charlie taking her in to see the doctor. It
turns out that she has appendicitis and is surgery last night. Our
prayers are with her during these times and wish for her a quick
recovery.
Cards of cheer may be sent to her at:
Setha C. Bennett
2426 Arrington Road
Arrington, VA 22922-2769
** Cyber Chat (4/27)
More news from Virginia ..
I just learned a
short while ago that Sister Mabel Holmes, PGM, passed
away this morning. (4/25)
Please pass the word along. No details on anything at this time.
-- Paula, Grand Secretary
** Cyber Chat
News from Massachusetts ...
Just learned that Shirley Della Penna, PGM, went into surgery today (Tuesday, 4/25) at 2 PM to have the infected part of her leg surgically removed. This is going to be a high risk procedure as the doctors are not 100% sure that her heart can take the strain. However, it is a risk that they feel must be taken if Shirley is to have any hope of relief from her constant pain. Shirley and her family now need, more than ever, the benefit of all your prayers. Hopefully, and prayerfully, I will be able to pass on some better news tomorrow evening. Again, please keep her in your prayers.
** Cyber Chat
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News from Colorado . . . .
I
learned today (4/27) that Judy Johns, PGM, is
in St. Anthony's Central, Critical Care Unit, undergoing tests. She is
very ill. Cards can be sent to Judy c/o Dee Gingery, 3242 S Vrain St.,
Denver, CO 80236-3700
Fraternally,
** Larry Wullbrandt, PGP
Shortly
after my last message of Judy being hospitalized, I
received word that she passed away about 3:00 PM today. I spoke with her
son, Mike, at 4:20 PM, who confirmed her passing. I have no other
information at this time.
Fraternally,
** Larry Wullbrandt, PGP
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Golf Tournament News ...
Date: April 24, 2006
To: Golfers in previous OES Charity Golf Tournaments
From: Clayton Sparks, Chairman
Subject: Registration for 2006 Tournament
Finally things are ready for the 6th Annual OES Charity Golf Tournament as far as registration is concerned. Please go to the Washington Eastern Star website to retrieve the forms, etc. The site is www.washingtonoes.org. Once on the site you’ll need to click on “Events” and then on “2006 Charity Golf Tournament”. There will be a letter, golf registration form and BBQ only registration form. Print those you need and share with friends who might want to join in the fun. Any questions or problems please let me know and we’ll work things out.
** Mary Ellen Sparks
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Friendship Puzzle ...
http://www3.telus.net/public/a7a55952/friendship-puzzle/friendship-puzzle.htm
** Lowry May
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Great ...
Dr Sam Bierstock and the Managed Care Band - have written a song inspired by an old soldier. The mournful "Before You Go" does more than salute those who fought in WWII. It encourages people to go out of their way to thank the aging warriors before they die. Check it out at the following website and then go thank a veteran. (Our WWII Vets are dying at the rate of 2000 per day)…………… http://www.managedmusic.com/beforeyougo.html
** Cinosam
APRIL & MAY MASONIC FAMILY CALENDAR .
April 29 ... OES: Reception for Jean Lindberg, Grand Esther, Ephrata.
April 29 … GL: Regional Workshop, Wenatchee Masonic Center; 9:00 AM. TU/Ladies
April 29 … GL: Loggers Degree, Port Angeles; 6:00 PM. Casual
May 1 ... GL: MRC EXCOM, Landmark on the Sound; 2:00 PM.
May 1 ... OES: Honor Night: Nancy Otterson, Eastside Chairman; Waitsburg. 7:30 PM.
May 2 ... GL: Richmond-Haller Lake No. 248, Shoreline. Youth Appreciation Night; 7:00 PM. TU
May 3 ... OES: Skagit/Island Past Matrons Luncheon. Anacortes Masonic Center; 12 Noon.
May 3 ... EKS: Stated Meeting.
May 6 ... OES: Hands Across the Border; Worley, Idaho.
May 6 ... GL: Districts 6 & 7 Meeting; Alki Masonic Center, West Seattle; 6:00 PM. Workshop will begin at 5:00 PM. TU/Ladies
May 6 ... EKS: Spring Ceremonial.
May 7 ... OES; Inland Empire Past Deputy Luncheon.
May 7 ... CHIPS: Drawing for the Pendant ... either at Ashler Lodge or Bothell Police Station; 2:00 PM
May 8 ... GL: Special Meeting (Hospitality Check). TU
May 9 ... GL: Fidalgo Lodge No. 77 Stated Meeting, Anacortes; 6:30 PM. TU/Ladies
May 10 ... GL: Nile All Masonic Night; Seattle; 5:00 PM. Tux/TU
May 10 - 12 ... OES: BC & Yukon Grand Chapter.
May 12 ... GL: Visit Spokane Shriners' Hospital; Spokane; 10 AM. TU/Ladies
May 13 ... OES: Northwest Patrons/Line Officers Dinner.
May 13 ... GL: One-Day Conferral; Landmark on the Sound, Des Moines; 8:00 AM. Tux/TU
May 13 ... GL: Regional Workshop; Landmark on the Sound, Des Moines; 8:30 AM; TU
May 13 ... GL: St. Alban Conclave, Nile Temple; 5:30 PM. Tux
May 15 ... GL: York Rite Grand Sessions, Skagit Casino Hotel; 9:00 AM. TU
May 15 ... GL: West Gate Lodge No. 128, Kirkland, Stated Meeting; 6:30 PM. TU/Ladies
OES: Events with Worthy Grand Matron
CTU = Casual Team Uniform - blue Masonic tee-shirt, slacks.
What it took to get an 8th grade education in 1895...
Remember when grandparents and great-grandparents stated that they
only had an 8th grade education? Well, check this out. Could any of us
have passed the 8th grade in 1895? This is the eighth-grade final exam
from 1895 in Salina, Kansas, USA. It was taken from the original document
on file at the Smokey Valley Genealogical Society and Library in Salina,
KS! , and reprinted by the Salina Journal.
8th Grade Final Exam: Salina, KS -1895
Grammar (Time, one hour)
1. Give nine rules for the use of capital letters.
2. Name the parts of speech and define those that have no modifications.
3. Define verse, stanza and paragraph
4. What are the principal parts of a verb? Give principal parts o f "lie,"
"play," and "run."
5. Define case; illustrate each case.
6. What is punctuation? Give rules for principal marks of punctuation.
7 - 10. Write a composition of about 150 words and show therein that you
understand the practical use of the rules of grammar.
Arithmetic (Time, 1:25 hours)
1. Name and define the Fundamental Rules of Arithmetic.
2 A wagon box is 2 ft. deep, 10 feet long and 3 ft. wide. How many bushels
of wheat will it hold?
3. If a load of wheat weighs 3942 lbs., what is it worth at 50cts/bushel,
deducting 1050 lbs. for tare?
4 District No 33 has a valuation of $35,000. What is the necessary levy to
carry on a school seven months at $50 per month, and have $104 for
incidentals?
5. Find the cost of 6720 lbs. coal at $6.00 per ton.
6. Find the interest of $512.60 for 8 months and 18 days at 7 percent.
7. What is the cost of 40 boards 12 inches wide and 16 ft. long at $20 per
metre?
8. Find bank discount on $300 for 90 days (no grace) at 10 percent.
9. What is the cost of a square farm at $15 per acre, the distance of
which is 640 rods?
10. Write a Bank Check, a Promissory Note, and a Receipt
US. History (Time, 45 minutes)
1. Give the epochs into which U.S. History is divided
2. Give an account of the discovery of America by Columbus.
3. Relate the causes and results of the Revolutionary War.
4. Show the territorial growth of the United States.
5. Tell what you can of the history of Kansas.
6. Describe three of the most prominent battles of the Rebellion.
7. Who were the following: Morse, Whitney, Fulton, Bell, Lincoln, Penn,
and Howe?
8. Name events connected with the following dates: 1607, 1620, 1800, 1849,
1865.
Orthography (Time, one hour) Do we even know what this is??
1. What is meant by the following: Alphabet, phonetic, orthography,
etymology, syllabication
2. What are elementary sounds? How classified?
3. What are the following, and give examples of each: Trigraph, subvocals,
diphthong, cognate letters, linguals
4. Give four substitutes for caret 'u.' (HUH?)
5. Give two rules for spelling words with final 'e.' Name two exceptions
under each rule.
6. Give two uses of silent letters in spelling. Illustrate each.
7. Define the following prefixes and use in connection with a word: bi,
dis, mis, pre, semi, post, non, inter, mono, sup.
8. Mark diacritically and divide into syllables the following, and name
the sign that indicates the sound: card, ball, mercy, sir, odd, cell,
rise, blood, fare, last.
9. Use the following correctly in sentences: cite, site, sight, fane,
fain, feign, vane, vain, vein, raze, raise, rays.
10. Write 10 words frequently mispronounced and indicate pronunciation by
use of diacritical marks and by syllabication.
Geography (Time, one hour)
1. What is climate? Upon what does climate depend?
2. How do you account for the extremes of climate in Kansas?
3. Of what use are rivers? Of what use is the ocean?
4. Describe the mountains of North America
5. Name and describe the following: Monrovia, Odessa, Denver, Manitoba,
Hecla, Yukon, St. Helena, Juan Fernandez, Aspinwall and Orinoco.
6. Name and locate the principal trade centers of the U.S
7. Name all the republics of Europe and give the capital of each.
8. Why is the Atlantic Coast colder than the Pacific in the same la titude?
9. Describe the process by which the water of the ocean returns to the
sources of rivers.
10. Describe the movements of the earth. Give the inclination of the
earth.
Notice that the exam took FIVE HOURS to complete. Gives the saying "he
only had an 8th grade education" a whole new meaning, doesn't it?! Also
shows you how poor our education system has become... and, NO I don't have
the answers to this test
Think about this as you drive home
Jack took a long look
at his speedometer before slowing down: 73 in a 55 zone. Fourth time in four
months. How could a guy get caught so often?
When his car had slowed to 10 miles an hour, Jack pulled over, but only
partially. Let the cop worry about the potential traffic hazard. Maybe some
other car will tweak his backside with a mirror. The cop was stepping out of
his car, the big pad in hand. Bob? Bob from Church?
Jack sunk farther into his trench coat. This was worse than the coming
ticket. A Christian cop catching a guy from his own church. A guy who happened
to be a little eager to get home after a long day at the office. A guy he was
about to play golf with tomorrow. Jumping out of the car, he approached a man
he saw every Sunday, a man he'd never seen in uniform.
"Hi, Bob. Fancy meeting you like this."
"Hello, Jack." No smile.
"Guess you caught me red-handed in a rush to see my wife and kids."
"Yeah, I guess."
Bob seemed uncertain. Good. "I've seen some long days at the office
lately. I'm afraid I bent the rules a bit-just this once." Jack toed at a
pebble on the pavement.
"Diane said something about roast beef and potatoes tonight. Know what I
mean?"
"I know what you mean. I also know that you have a reputation in our
precinct."
Ouch. This was not going in the right direction. Time to change tactics.
"What'd you clock me at?"
"Seventy. Would you sit back in your car please?"
"Now wait a minute here, Bob. I checked as soon as I saw you. I was barely
nudging 65." The lie seemed to come easier with every ticket.
"Please, Jack, in the car."
Flustered, Jack hunched himself through the still-open door. Slamming it
shut, he stared at the dash board. He was in no rush to open the window.
The minutes ticked by. Bob scribbled away on the pad. Why hadn't he asked
for a driver's license? Whatever the reason, it would be a month of Sundays
before Jack ever sat near this cop again. A tap on the door jerked his head to
the left. There was Bob, a folded paper in hand.
Jack rolled down the window a mere two inches, just enough room for Bob to
pass him the slip.
"Thanks." Jack could not quite keep the sneer out of his voice.
Bob returned to his police car without a word. Jack watched his retreat in
the mirror. Jack unfolded the sheet of paper. How much was this one going to
cost? Wait a minute. What was this? Some kind of joke? Certainly not a ticket.
Jack began to read: "Dear Jack, Once upon a time I had a daughter. She was
six when killed by a car. You guessed it - a speeding driver. A fine and three
months in jail, and the man was free. Free to hug his daughters. All three of
them. I only had one, and I'm going to have to wait until Heaven before I can
ever hug her again. A thousand times I've tried to forgive that man. A
thousand times I thought I had. Maybe I did, but I need to do it again. Even
now. Pray for me. And be careful, Jack, my son is all I have left. Bob"
Jack turned around in time to see Bob's car pull away and head down the
road. Jack watched until it disappeared. A full 15 minutes later, he too,
pulled away and drove slowly home, praying for forgiveness and hugging a
surprised wife and kids when he arrived.
Life is precious. Handle with prayer.
Never drive faster than your Guardian Angel can fly.
And Remember, cars are not the only thing recalled by their maker.
MASONIC NEWS
Fellowship Chapter #61 R.A.M.
Up
coming Events:
Monday May 8th the Companions of District 7, 8, and 16 will be conferring the MEM degree; University Chapter #32 and District #7 to host. University Chapter #32 meets at University Lodge in Seattle. Prior to the Degree work a dinner is Scheduled (6:30 PM) and work to commence at the sound of the gavel at 7:30 PM.
Special Note: Any
companion who is interested in helping with the Degree please contact MEC
Jim Stephens Past GHP at (206) 542-8728, VEC William Harker at ( 425) 486 -
0429, VEC Douglas Hoggatt at (206) 419 - 5030, or myself VEC Vinny at (425)
825 - 9103.
May 9th will be Fellowships stated Communication. There will be a
pot luck prior to the Communication. We will be having a Memorial for our
departed Companions during the Communication. Following the communication
there will be a Food Card Class for all in need of new Cards or renewing
their old cards. If there are any in need of an Alcohol Servers Card a
class for this card can also be arranged.
May 14th is Mothers Day and The Officers of Fellowship encourage
all who may be traveling to Grand Chapter which begins later in the day to
stop by and relax while enjoying some fellowship in the midst of caring
Companions. Cost for breakfast is $6.50 per person and $.15.00 per family.
May 14th thru May 17th is Grand Chapter for all York Rite Bodies.
June 13th Fellowship will be host the annual Birthday Party for
the Families of the Children of the Heart Foundation. As held last year the
party is planned for the Park at Bothell Landing across the highway from the
meeting hall. The BBQ will begin at approximately 7:00 PM. in the event of
inclement weather the dinner will be at the hall.
Fridays in July and August, the Bothell Parks and Recreation
Department have requested that the Masonic Family of Bothell be the venders
of coffee and snacks at all the Music in the Park events for the summer of
2006. These are Friday Evening Programs on the Fridays in July and August.
They have suggested that all funds raised (above cost) be donated to the
WA-CHIPS Program and that the Masonic Bodies inform the Community as to what
each of the Organizations do and provide other information that may be
requested.
** VEC Vincent DiGiulio, Scribe (425) 825 - 9103
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WORKSHOP REGISTRATION FORM
Brethren in an effort to make these events a success it is important that each of us pre-register. The following is a list of Masonic Workshops. Check the ones you will be attending and mail to the Grand Lodge office at least a week before the event.
Grand Lodge Address: 47 St. Helens Ave., Tacoma, WA 98402
Name:_____________________________
Workshop Dates: Wenatchee – April 29, 2006 ______
May 13, 2006 – MRC ______
Cost: Pre-registration is $10.00
At the Door $12.00
The workshop is an excellent opportunity to learn about various topics dealing with Masonry. Topics include but not limited to:
Resolution development and submission
Masonic History (World wide and Jurisdiction)
Public Relations (Lodge Programs)
Long Range Planning
Lodge Ritual, Protocol
Membership Development
New Mason Clubs/Programs
Lodge Meeting Planning
Lodge Management
Lodge Technology
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Double Cheese Pinwheels
Two kinds of cheese are combined to flavor these fun rolls. They are sure to be a hit with the kids.
8 Rhodes Dinner Rolls, thawed to room temperature
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
Flatten each roll into a 4-inch square. Brush each one with melted
butter and place on a large sprayed baking sheet. In a small bowl, combine
cheeses and dill. Divide cheese mixture equally between the 8 rolls and
sprinkle over butter. Make diagonal cuts from each corner to within
1/2-inch of center, overlapping slightly. Insert toothpick in center of
each to hold points down.
Cover with plastic wrap and let rise 30-45 minutes. Remove wrap and bake at 350° F 10-15 minutes or until golden brown.
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Frozen Almond
Butterscotch Balls
INGREDIENTS for Ice Cream Balls:
1 quart vanilla ice cream
1 cup almonds, toasted and chopped
INGREDIENTS for Butterscotch Sauce:
1 pound light brown sugar
2 cups white corn syrup
1 cup butter
1 cup whipping cream
Make balls of ice cream with a scoop. Quickly roll them in almonds.
Place them in muffin tins or pie plate and freeze.
Prepare Butterscotch Sauce: Mix brown sugar and corn syrup in a large saucepan. Over medium heat, bring to a boil and boil 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Add butter. Stir occasionally while cooling to keep crust from forming. When cool, add whipping cream. To serve, place 2 or 3 ice cream rounds in each individual dessert dish and top with Butterscotch Sauce. NOTE: This is a delicious "make ahead" dessert. The butterscotch sauce is wonderful with other ice cream desserts as well. SERVES: 8
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Pasta with Tomato and Peas
Recipe courtesy Giada
De Laurentiis
1 pound linguine
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 shallots, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 carrot, diced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
5 tablespoons tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 1/2 cups frozen peas, thawed
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1/4 cup grated Romano
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the
pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring
occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain the pasta, reserving 2 cups of
the pasta water. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large nonstick frying pan
over medium heat. Add the shallots, garlic, carrots, salt, and pepper.
Cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Add the tomato paste and 1/2 cup of
the hot pasta water. Stir to melt the tomato paste and create a sauce,
adding more pasta water if necessary. Stir in the oregano, thyme, and
parsley. Gently fold in the cooked pasta, peas, and the cheeses, adding
more reserved pasta water if necessary. Transfer to a platter and serve
immediately. Serves: 6.
Banana Pops: Make healthy frozen treats for your kids. Poke the handle end of plastic spoons into bananas and freeze them for about half a day. They will make a fun (and good) after-school snack.
Cleaning the Barbecue Grill: Use a large heavy-duty plastic garbage bag. Put in the grill's grate with 1/4 cup of ammonia and tie it shut. Let sit overnight and the crud will have been softened. Crumple up aluminum foil and rub off the debris.
Easy Oven-Fried Chicken: Crush one single-serving package of non-sugared cornflakes. Set out 1/2 cup of milk in a bowl. Dip chicken pieces into the milk and then in the corn flakes. Put on a baking pan and season with salt, pepper or your favorite herbs. Bake 1 hour at 350F.