RICHMOND LODGE #412
Regular Communications
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Regular Communication September 17, 2001
Officers Present
Paul L. Spohn, WM Marcus R. Pajer, SD
Luis R. Arocho, SW Wayne Anderson, JD
Larry J. Hitt, JW Rogers Carpenter, SS
Archie W. Black, TR Al Carpenter, JS
Roland L. Cliffe, SEC Geo. Reckentine, TY
Robert G. Matthews, CH
The Lodge was opened in due form in the Masters Degree and proceeded upon the
Business for which assembled, which was Regular Business. SD welcomed 1 visitors and
recognized 11 PM. The WM recognized 3 HM. There were 27 in attendance.Minutes
of the last Regular and Called Communications were read and confirmed.The following Petitions were read for the first tim
e: NoneThe following Petitions were read for the second time:
Petition for Degrees: Jerry Wayne Laughlin, Jr.
Petition for Degrees: Enrique Gonzalez Maldonado (Withdrawn)
Petition for Degrees: Oscar Morales Maldonado (Withdrawn)
Petition for Degrees: Daniel Wyatt Watkins
A request for a (cogs/dimit) by:
Dimit: William Richard Gano Cook
Examinations:
NoneVoting and Balloting:
Petition for Degrees: Jerry Wayne Laughlin, Jr. (Granted)
Petition for Degrees: Daniel Wyatt Watkins (Granted)
Request for dimit: William Richard Gano Cook (Granted)
Reports of Special Committees in writing:
By-Laws Committee: Jerry Barton reported on the changes
1st reading: 9/17/01
Reports of Standing Committees in writing:
Financial Report: Archie Black
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RICHMOND
LODGE #412 F.&A.M.
Hephzibah,
GA
Regular
Communication
October 15, 2001
Officers Present
Paul
L.Spohn, WM
Marcus R. Pajer, SD
Luis
R. Arocho, SW
Wayne Anderson, JD
Larry
J. Hitt, JW
Rogers Carpenter, SS
Joe
Woolsey, JS
RolandL.Cliffe,SEC
Geo Reckentine, Ty
The
Lodge was opened in due form in the Masters Degree and proceeded upon the
Business for which assembled, which was Regular Business. SD welcomed 1 visitor
and recognized 7 PM. The WM recognized 4 HM. There were 22 in attendance.
Minutes
of the last Regular and Called Communications were read and confirmed.
The
following Petitions were read for the first time: N/A
The
following Petitions were read for the second time:
Petition for
Affiliation: Richard Irving Poole
A
request for a (cogs/dimit) by: None
Examinations:
EA Degree:
Jerry Wayne Laughlin by Bill Collins.
Voting
and Balloting:
Petition for Affiliation: Richard Irving Poole (Granted)
EA Degree: Jerry Wayne Laughlin (Granted)
Reports
of Special Committees in writing: None
Reports
of Standing Committees in writing:
Financial Report: Not given
NCT: Joe
Woolsey: Chapter 214 met at Bald Mountain, Hiawassee, GA, recently
Sick Report: Bob
Matthews: None
DeMolay: Rogers Carpenter: The Chapter gave the Flower Talk
recently. Dawn Human initiated Grace Moore as a Chapter Sweetheart.
Applications
for Relief:
The Dollar Box was made available to the Brethren and $19.00 was
collected for the Masonic Children's Home Endowment Fund. Donations to the
Building Fund totaled $31.00.
Reading
Communications:
East Point
Lodge #288: reception honoring Clarence Horne
Grand Lodge of Georgia: Annual Communication
Grand Lodge
of Georgia: appeal for financial contributions (WTC & DC)
Grand Lodge of Georgia: Kenneth Cole, raised in Germany
Scottish Rite Bodies: Appeal for Disaster Relief (9/11/01)
Scottish Rite Guard: Spaghetti fundraiser on October 27
Unfinished
Business:
The revision of the By-Laws was read for the second time. There was a
motion by Roland Cliffe, second by Bill Collins, that the by-laws be accepted as
revised. Motion carried.
The Legion of Honor voted recently to hold their meetings at Martinez
Lodge until further notice.
Due to lack of interest, the Widow and Emeritus luncheon was cancelled.
New
Business:
Church
visitation: South Haven Baptist Church, Hwy 25, Nov 4, 11:00AM
Spaghetti Fund-raiser: Sunday, Nov 18, 11AM-3PM, $5.00 per person; stuff
envelopes with tickets on Oct 28.
Business
for the Good of the Order:
MM
Certificate was presented to Daryl William Nobles by Paul Spohn
Richard
Poole gave a very informative talk on the Masonic apron.
Richmond
Chapter #463, OES, was thanked for preparing the delicious meal.
Work
and Lectures:
Practice 10/26, 7:00PM; FC Degree, 10/29, 7:30PM
There
being no further business, Lodge was closed at 9:40 PM, Peace and Harmony
prevailing.
Respectfully
Submitted,
Roland
L. Cliffe, PM, Sec.
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Richmond Lodge #412
Hephzibah, GA
Regular Communication November 19, 2001
Officers Present
Luis R. Arocho, WM Wayne Anderson, SD
Larry J. Hitt, SW Rogers Carpenter, JD
Marcus Pajer, JW Al Carpenter, SS
Archie W. Black, TR John Crees, JS
Roland L. Cliffe, SEC Doug Goodwin, TY
Robert G. Matthews, CH
The Lodge was opened in due form in the Masters Degree and proceeded upon the Business for which assembled, which was Regular Business. SD welcomed 0 visitors and recognized 14 PM. The WM recognized 7 HM. There were 30 in attendance.
Minutes of the last Regular and Called Communications were read and confirmed.
The following Petitions were read for the first time: None
The following Petitions were read for the second time: None
A request for a (cogs/dimit) by: None
Examinations:
FC Degree: Jerry Wayne Laughlin, Jr. by Bill Collins.
EA Degree: Carl Hugh Hancock, Jr. by Bob Matthews.
Voting and Balloting:
FC Degree: Jerry Wayne Laughlin, Jr. (granted)
EA Degree: Carl Hugh Hancock, Jr. (granted)
Reports of Special Committees in writing: None
Reports of Standing Committees in writing:
Financial Report: Given by Archie Black
NCT: Given by Cecil McCollum: There were 79 rigs in Hiawassee, 14 were from our Chapter; there were 57 rigs in Myrtle Beach, SC; They also went to Savannah, GA and Millen, GA
Sick Report: Given by Bob Matthews: Wayne Huffine has cancer.
DeMolay: Given by John Henry Crees: The boys have been supporting the Scottish Rite, the Commandery of the York Rite, and the breakfasts at Richmond Lodge.
Applications for Relief:
The Dollar Box was made available to the Brethren and $28.00 was collected for the Masonic Children's Home Endowment Fund. Donations to the Building Fund totaled $52. 75.
Reading Communications:
From Grand Lodge of NY: Courtesy Memorial Service for Richard LeViness
From John S. Davidson Lodge: FC Degree by Richmond Lodge as courtesy
From Masonic Home of Georgia: Christmas Party on December 9, 3:00PM
From Tenth Masonic District: Celebration commemorating birth of GW
From Masters Lodge: Thanking us for doing courtesy work on Chris Troyer
From Shirley Kaler, DGD, OES: Thanked us for the use of the building
Unfinished Business:
Spaghetti Fund-raiser: net profit of $503.18
New Business:
Set up committee to audit books in December. Committee consists of Joe Woolsey, Richard Poole, and Marcus Pajer.
George Reckentine reported on what he has done concerning the website. Grand Lodge says we must vote to make it official. There was a motion by Paul Spohn, second by Joe Woolsey to make this the "official website of the Lodge". Motion carried.
Widow's baskets will be put together on Sunday, December 9, after Paul's Breakfast is finished.
Business for the Good of the Order:
Richmond Chapter #463, OES, was thanked for preparing the delicious meal.
The Installation of Officers, and the joint Lodge/OES Christmas Party is scheduled for December 22, at 7:00PM.
Work and Lectures:
A practice is schedule for November 23 at 7:00PM, and the MM Degree is scheduled for November 26 at 7:30PM. A practice is scheduled for November 30 at 7:00PM, and the FC Degree is scheduled December 3 at 7:30PM.
There being no further business, Lodge was closed at 9:50 PM, Peace and Harmony prevailing.
Respectfully Submitted,
Roland L. Cliffe, PM, Sec.
Hephzibah, GA
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Richmond Lodge #412
Hephzibah, GA
Regular Communication December 17, 2001
Officers Present
Paul L. Spohn, WM Marcus R. Pajer, SD
Luis R. Arocho, SW Joe W. Woolsey, JD
Larry J. Hitt, JW Rogers Carpenter, SS
Archie W. Black, TR Al Carpenter, JS
Roland L. Cliffe, SEC Geo. Reckentine, TY
Robert G. Matthews, CH
The Lodge was opened in due form in the Masters Degree and proceeded upon the Business for which assembled, which was Regular Business. SD welcomed 3 visitors and recognized 13 PM. The WM recognized 3 HM. There were 24 in attendance.
Minutes of the last Regular and Called Communications were read and confirmed.
The following Petitions were read for the first time: None
The following Petitions were read for the second time: None
A request for a (cogs/dimit) by: None
Examinations: None
Voting and Balloting: None
Reports of Special Committees in writing:
Auditing Committee: Joe Woolsey reported that the Treasurer's books were in order.
Reports of Standing Committees in writing:
Financial Report: Archie Black
NCT: Joe Woolsey : Chapter 214 was in Waycross on November 30-December 1. Chapter 231 will meet at Bobby's BBQ on November 20 at 7:00PM.
Sick Report: Bob Matthew: Jesse Rosier and Cecil McCollum are in the hospital.
DeMolay: John Crees: The Installation of Officers will take place on November 19, at 7:00PM at the Masonic Temple on Wrightsboro Rd.
Applications for Relief:
The Dollar Box was made available to the Brethren and $28.98 was collected for the Masonic Children's Home Endowment Fund. Donations to the Building Fund totaled $25.50.
Reading Communications:
From AASR: Concerning Unity Meeting at Scottish Rite Temple on 1/24/02 at 7:00PM.
From Kathryn McKie: Thank you for the Christmas cookies
From Lee I. Thompson: Christmas card and extra $30.00 for any distressed Brother or widow.
From Margaret Turner: Thank you for the Christmas cookies
From Rudolph Dixon: Concerning the School of Instruction
From Sadie Compton: Thank you for the Christmas cookies
From Tenth Masonic District Convention: Concerning celebration commemorating birth of G. Washington on 2/23/2002
Unfinished Business: None
New Business: None
Business for
the Good of the Order:
There was a motion by Bob Matthews, second by Al Carpenter, to let the Rainbow Girls meet in our Lodge building. Motion carried.
A 25 Year Award was to be presented to Warren Waitt Ellisor. He was not present.
There was a motion by Roland Cliffe, second by Al Carpenter, to give Emeritus Membership to Addison Loflin. Motion carried.
Richmond Chapter #463 OES, was thanked for the delicious meal.
At this time the Election of Officers for the Year 2002 was held with Joe Woolsey presiding. Following a Lodge prayer, the following officers were elected or appointed to fill the respective chairs: WM, Luis Arocho, SW, Larry Hitt, JW, Chaplain, Bob Matthews, Marcus Pajer, SD, Wayne Anderson, JD, Rogers Carpenter, SS, Al Carpenter, JS, John Crees, Tyler, George Reckentine, Marshal, Richard Poole, DOW, Joe Woolsey. There was a motion by Paul Spohn, second by Luis Arocho, to elect the Treasurer, Archie Black and Secretary, Roland Cliffe, by a single, unanimous ballot. Motion carried. There was a motion by Walker Ray Smith, second by Luis Arocho, to name Paul Spohn as trustee for 3 years. Motion carried.
Work and Lectures: None
There being no further business, Lodge was closed at 9:35 PM, Peace and Harmony prevailing.
Respectfully Submitted,
Roland L. Cliffe, PM, Sec.
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RICHMOND LODGE #412 F.&A.M.
Hephzibah, GA
Regular Communication January 21, 2002
Officers Present
Luis R. Arocho, WM Joe
Woolsey, SD
Larry J. Hitt, SW Rogers Carpenter, JD
Marcus R. Pajer, JW Al Carpenter, SS
Archie W. Black, TR John
Crees, JS
Roland L. Cliffe, SEC Geo. Reckentine, TY
Robert G. Matthews, CH
The Lodge was opened in due form in the Masters Degree and proceeded upon the Business for which assembled, which was Regular Business. SD welcomed 4 visitors and recognized 16 PM. The WM recognized 5 HM. There were 39 in attendance.
Minutes of the last Regular and Called Communications were read and confirmed.
The following Petitions were read for the first time: None
The following Petitions were read for the second time: None
A request for a (cogs/dimit) by: None
Examinations:
FC Degree: Carl Hugh Hancock, Jr. by Bob Matthews.
Voting and Balloting:
FC Degree: Carl Hugh Hancock, Jr. (Granted)
Reports of Special Committees in writing: None
Reports of Standing Committees in writing:
Financial Report: Archie Black
NCT: Joe Woolsey: Chapter 214 met at Adele, GA; Chapter 231 met at Old McDonald's Fish Camp on Jan. 17; Chapter 231 will meet at Sconyer's BBQ on Feb. 21 at 7:00PM.
Sick Report: Bob Matthews: Wayne Huffine and Cecil McCollum need our prayers.
DeMolay: John Crees: The Installation of Officers was held on Dec. 19. The Tournament of Champions will be held on Feb. 2 at Macon, GA.
Applications for Relief:
The Dollar Box was made available to the Brethren and $ 45.00 was collected for the Masonic Children's Home Endowment Fund. Donations to the Building Fund totaled $66.00.
Reading Communications:
From AASR: concerning Unity Meeting on 1/24/02 at 7:00PM at the Scottish Rite Center.
From Blanche Merritt: Christmas card
From Grand Lodge: Death of William W. Daniel
From Kathryne Burch: Thank you for the Christmas cookies
From Mary E. McMichael: Christmas card and letter
From Mary & Jesse Rosier: Thank you card
From Rudolph Dixon: concerning the School of Instruction
From Tenth Masonic District Convention: concerning a celebration on 2/23/02 at 9:30AM at the Scottish Rite Center commemorating the birth of
GW.
From Winn Akers: Christmas card
Unfinished Business: None
New Business: Spaghetti fund-raiser on Feb. 17 from 11:00AM until 3:00PM. Adults $5.00, children $3.00. We will have an "envelope stuffing" on Jan. 17 at 11:00AM (immediately after the Lodge breakfast) in preparation for the fund-raiser.
Business for the Good of the Order:
Richmond Chapter #463, OES was thanked for the delicious meal.
A 25 year Award was to be presented to Wilbur Lee Edgar. He was not present.
A 25 year Award was presented to Joseph William Meehan by Richard Goodis,
DDGM.
There was a motion by Roland Cliffe, second by Al Carpenter, to co-sponsor Alice Warren Chapter, IORG (Rainbow Girls). Motion carried.
Candidates Aprons were presented to Al Carpenter and Gerald Free. Due to circumstances beyond their control, neither had an apron from their raising.
Work and Lectures:
There will be a practice on Feb. 1 at 7:00PM. The MM Degree will be conferred on Feb. 4 at 7:30PM.
Reading Communications:
From AASR: concerning Unity Meeting on 1/24/02 at 7:00PM at the Scottish Rite
Center.
From Blanche Merritt: Christmas card
From Grand Lodge: Death of William W. Daniel
From Kathryne Burch: Thank you for the Christmas cookies
From Mary E. McMichael: Christmas card and letter
From Mary & Jesse Rosier: Thank you card
From Rudolph Dixon: concerning the School of Instruction
From Tenth Masonic District Convention: concerning a celebration on 2/23/02 at
9:30AM at the Scottish Rite Center commemorating the birth of GW.
From Winn Akers: Christmas card
Unfinished Business: None
New Business: Spaghetti fund-raiser on Feb. 17 from 11:00AM until 3:00PM.
Adults $5.00, children $3.00. We will have an "envelope stuffing" on
Jan. 17 at 11:00AM (immediately after the Lodge breakfast) in preparation for
the fund-raiser.
Business for the Good of the Order:
Richmond Chapter #463, OES was thanked for the delicious meal.
A 25 year Award was to be presented to Wilbur Lee Edgar. He was not present.
A 25 year Award was presented to Joseph William Meehan by Richard Goodis, DDGM.
There was a motion by Roland RICHMOND LODGE #412 F.&A.M.
Hephzibah, GA
There being no further business, Lodge was closed at 9:30 PM, Peace and Harmony prevailing.
Respectfully Submitted,
Roland L. Cliffe, PM, Sec.
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RICHMOND LODGE #412 F.&A.M.
Hephzibah, GA
Regular Communication February 18, 2002
Officers Present
Luis R. Arocho, WM
Wayne Anderson, SD
Joe Woolsey, SW
Rogers Carpenter, JD
Marcus R. Pajer, JW
Al Carpenter, SS
Archie W. Black, TR
John Crees, JS
Roland L. Cliffe, SEC
Geo. Reckentine, TY
Robert G. Matthews, CH
The Lodge was opened in due form in the Masters Degree and proceeded upon the Business for which assembled, which was Regular Business. SD welcomed 0 visitors and recognized 11 PM. The WM recognized 3 HM. There were 28 in attendance.
Minutes of the last Regular and Called Communications were read and confirmed.
The following Petitions were read for the first time:
Petition for Degrees: Charles Edward Masters, Jr.
The following Petitions were read for the second time: None
A request for a (cogs/dimit) by:
Cogs: Rolando Moreno
Examinations: None
Voting and Balloting:
COGS: Rolando Moreno (Granted)
Reports of Special Committees in writing: None
Reports of Standing Committees in writing:
Financial Report: Archie Black
NCT: Joe Woolsey: Chapter #231 will meet at Sconyers on Feb. 21
Sick Report: Bob Matthews: Jason Hitt (son of Larry Hitt) was seriously injured in an auto accident
DeMolay: John Crees: The Augusta Chapter did extremely well in the Tournament of Champions held in Macon.
Applications for Relief:
The Dollar Box was made available to the Brethren and $37.00 was collected for the Masonic Children's Home Endowment Fund. Donations to the Building Fund totaled $33.00.
Reading Communications:
From Tenth Masonic District Convention: concerning a celebration on 2/23/02 at 9:30AM at the Scottish Rite Center commemorating the birth of
GW.
From Augusta Chapter, Order of DeMolay: concerning TOC results.
From DeMolay Foundation of Georgia: Concerning a special pin for WMs. There was a motion by Roland
Cliffe, second by Al Carpenter, that we give the Foundation a $10.00 donation for this pin. Motion carried.
From Grand Assembly of South Carolina: Concerning program ad sales. There was a motion by Roland
Cliffe, second by Al Carpenter, to purchase a $25.00 ad in the program book. Motion carried.
Unfinished Business: Spaghetti fund-raiser on Feb. 17: Net profit of $754.62.
New Business: A Garage sale is scheduled for March 9 and 10.
Business for the Good of the Order:
Richmond Chapter #463, OES was thanked for the delicious meal.
Jason Hitt was thanked for installing the paper towel dispensers in the restrooms.
Work and Lectures:
A practice is scheduled for Feb. 25 at 7:00PM.
There being no further business, Lodge was closed at 9:57PM, Peace and Harmony prevailing.
Respectfully Submitted,
Roland L. Cliffe, PM, Sec.
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RICHMOND
LODGE #412 F.&A.M.
Hephzibah,
GA
Regular Communication
Officers
Present
Luis
R. Arocho, WM
Wayne Anderson, SD
Joe
Woolsey, SW
Paul Spohn, JD
Marcus
R. Pajer, JW
Al Carpenter, SS
Archie
W. Black, TR
John Crees, JS
Roland
L. Cliffe, SEC
Geo. Reckentine, TY
Robert
G. Matthews, CH
The
Lodge was opened in due form in the Masters Degree and proceeded upon the
Business for which assembled, which was Regular Business. SD welcomed 2 visitors
and recognized 11 PM. The WM recognized 3 HM. There were 31 in attendance.
Minutes
of the last Regular and Called Communications were read and confirmed.
The
following Petitions were read for the first time: None
The
following Petitions were read for the second time:
Petition for Degrees: Charles Edward Masters, Jr.
A
request for a (cogs/dimit) by:
Cogs: Earl Lilburne Harris, Jr.
Examinations:
MM: Carl Hugh Hancock, Jr. by Bob Matthews
MM: Jerry Wayne Laughlin, Jr. by Bill Collins
EA: David McMichael Ford by Bob Matthews
Voting
and Balloting:
Pet/Deg: Charles Edward Masters, Jr. (Granted)
COGS: Earl Lilburne Harris, Jr. (Granted)
MM: Carl Hugh Hancock, Jr. (Granted)
MM: Jerry Wayne Laughlin, Jr. (Granted)
EA: David McMichael Ford (Granted)
Reports
of Special Committees in writing: None
Reports
of Standing Committees in writing:
Financial Report: Archie Black
NCT: Joe Woolsey: Chapter #215 met at Magnolia Springs; Chapter #231 met
at Petersburg Station (Thurmond Lake)
Sick Report: Bob Matthews: David Wilkinson had by-pass surgery; Robert
Gaw is very sick
DeMolay: John Crees: Several of the boys went to Old South in New
Orleans, LA for a regional championship. They came in 2nd place for performing
the DeMolay Degree.
Applications
for Relief:
The Dollar Box was made available to the Brethren and $34.00 was
collected for the Masonic Children's Home Endowment Fund. Donations to the
Building Fund totaled $54.00.
Reading
Communications: None
Unfinished
Business:
Yard sale: Profit of $155.00
New
Business:
There was motion by Al Carpenter, second by Wayne Anderson, to purchase a
canopy at a cost of $595.00 plus tax, including installation. This will cover
the BBQ pit that is being constructed. Motion carried.
Todd spoke on what it will take to refit Larry Hitt's house to
accommodate Jason Hitt's wheelchair.
A fried chicken fund-raiser is scheduled for 4/21 from 11:00AM till
3:00PM.
Business
for the Good of the Order:
A 25 Year Award was presented to Stephen Bay, Jr., by Richard Goodis.
Aprons and traveling cards were presented to Carl Hancock and Jerry
Laughlin by Richard Goodis.
There was a motion by Roland Cliffe, second by Paul Spohn, to make Hubert
Reeves Gay, Jr. and Robert Lee Smith, Jr. Emeritus Members, since both have met
the necessary qualifications.
There was a motion by Roland Cliffe, second by Joe Woolsey, to remit the
dues for William Danny Hooker, since he is in dire financial straits at this
time. Motion carried.
Richmond Chapter #463, OES was thanked for the delicious meal.
Work
and Lectures:
There will be a practice on 3/22 at 7:00PM. The EA Degree will be
conferred on 3/25 at 7:30PM. There will be practices on 4/5 and 4/19 at 7:00PM.
The FC degree will be conferred on 4/22 at 7:30PM.
There
being no further business, Lodge was closed at 10:30 PM, Peace and Harmony
prevailing.
Respectfully
Submitted,
_________________________________________________________________
RICHMOND
LODGE #412 F.&A.M.
Hephzibah,
GA
Regular
Communication
April 15, 2002
Officers
Present
Luis
R. Arocho, WM
Joe Woolsey, SD
Paul
Spohn, SW
Rogers Carpenter, JD
Marcus
R. Pajer, JW
Al Carpenter, SS
Archie
W. Black, TR
John Crees, JS
Roland
L. Cliffe, SEC
Geo. Reckentine, TY
Robert
G. Matthews, CH
The
Lodge was opened in due form in the Masters Degree and proceeded upon the
Business for which assembled, which was Regular Business. SD welcomed 0 visitors
and recognized 9 PM. The WM recognized 3 HM. There were 21 in attendance.
Minutes
of the last Regular and Called Communications were read and confirmed.
The
following Petitions were read for the first time:
Petition for Affiliation: Stephen Lynn McConnell
The
following Petitions were read for the second time:
A
request for a (cogs/dimit) by:
Certificate of Good Standing: James Lloyd Allen
Examinations:
Voting
and Balloting:
Certificate of Good Standing, James Lloyd Allen (Granted/Rejected)
Reports
of Special Committees in writing:
Reports
of Standing Committees in writing:
Financial Report: Archie Black
NCT: Joe Woolsey: Chapter #214 met at Douglas, GA; Chapter #231 met at
Petersburg Station (Thurmond Lake)
Sick Report: Bob Matthews: David Wilkinson is improving; Rolando Moreno
is in University Hospital.
DeMolay: John Crees: The Spring Jam in Covington, GA, is upcoming.
Applications
for Relief:
The Dollar Box was made available to the Brethren and $28.00 was
collected for the Masonic Children's Home Endowment Fund. Donations to the
Building Fund totaled $43.00.
Reading
Communications:
From DeMolay Foundation: thank you for the contribution
From Grand Lodge of Georgia: Arizona members living in Georgia
From Grand Lodge of Georgia: Emergent Communication
From Mike Griffin: Congratulations
From Past Patrons Club of Georgia: Fish fry
From Walton Lodge/Jasper Lodge: Shady Dale Rodeo
Unfinished
Business:
A fried chicken fund-raiser is scheduled for 4/21 from 11:00AM till
3:00PM.
New
Business:
Al Carpenter reported that the cooler and BBQ pit are in progress. The
cooler was donated by John Washington. There was a motion by Paul Spohn, second
by Richard Lepard, to send a letter of appreciation to the people who are laying
the blocks free of charge. Motion carried.
Business
for the Good of the Order:
There was a motion by Roland Cliffe, second by Joe Woolsey, that we give
Emeritus Membership to Lee Inman Thompson, since he has met the qualifications.
Motion carried.
There was a motion by Roland Cliffe, second by Al Carpenter, that we
remit the dues for George Thomas Barnes for the year 2001. Motion carried.
There was a motion by Roland Cliffe, second by Joe Woolsey, that we give
up to $100.00 to the Rainbow Girls for their trip to Grand Assembly. Further
investigation will determine exactly how much is needed. Motion carried.
Richmond Chapter #463, OES, was thanked for the delicious meal.
Work
and Lectures:
The
FC degree will be conferred on 4/22 at 7:30PM.
There
being no further business, Lodge was closed at 9:30PM, Peace and Harmony
prevailing.
Respectfully
Submitted,
______________________________________________________
RICHMOND
LODGE #412 F.&A.M.
Hephzibah,
GA
Regular Communication
Officers
Present
Luis
R. Arocho, WM
Wayne Anderson, SD
Paul
Spohn, SW
Rogers Carpenter, JD
Marcus
R. Pajer, JW
Joe Woolsey, SS
Archie
W. Black, TR
Gerald Free, JS
Roland
L. Cliffe, SEC
Geo. Reckentine, TY
Richard
Goodis, CH
The
Lodge was opened in due form in the Masters Degree and proceeded upon the
Business for which assembled, which was Regular Business. SD welcomed 6 visitors
and recognized 11 PM. The WM recognized 4 HM. There were 20 in attendance.
Minutes
of the last Regular and Called Communications were read and confirmed.
The
following Petitions were read for the first time:
Petition for Affiliation: Andrew Ramey Cato, Jr.
The
following Petitions were read for the second time:
A
request for a (cogs/dimit) by:
Examinations:
FC: David McMichael Ford by Paul Spohn
Voting
and Balloting:
FC: David McMichael Ford (Granted)
Reports
of Special Committees in writing:
Reports
of Standing Committees in writing:
Financial Report: Archie Black
NCT: Joe Woolsey: Chapter #214 met at Lazy Days Campground with 157 rigs
Cecil McCollum: The 5th District Rally met in Louisiana with 128 rigs
Sick Report: David Wilkinson: Marion Haralson has skin cancer
Willie Helms: Arnold Throckmorton is doing good after surgery
DeMolay: Rogers Carpenter: The boys are doing good.
Applications
for Relief:
The Dollar Box was made available to the Brethren and $34.00 was
collected for the Masonic Children's Home Endowment Fund. Donations to the
Building Fund totaled $40.00.
Reading
Communications:
From 10th Masonic District Convention: Our delegates will be Jerry Barton
and Marcus Pajer. Our alternates will be Paul Spohn and Wayne Anderson.
From Grand Lodge of Georgia: GA/SC Exchange night
From Walton & Jasper Lodges: Shady Dale Rodeo
Unfinished
Business:
The fried
chicken fundraiser held on April 21, gave us a profit of $525.03
New
Business:
There was a motion by Joe Woolsey, second by George Reckentine, that we
rent a dumpster for our garbage. Motion carried.
Business
for the Good of the Order:
There was a motion by Roland Cliffe, second by Douglas Goodwin, that we
make Roy Wireman, Jr. and Emeritus member, since he has met the qualifications.
Motion carried.
Richard Poole gave a nice talk on Memorial Day and Father's Day. David
Wilkinson gave a Masonic Program on why you cannot pass between the Holy Altar
and the East. Both talks were well received.
Richmond Chapter was thanked for the delicious meal.
Work
and Lectures:
There will be a practice for the Masters Degree (PM to confer) on June 3,
at 7:30PM. The MM Degree will be conferred on June 10, at 7:30PM.
There
being no further business, Lodge was closed at 9:30PM, Peace and Harmony
prevailing.
Respectfully
Submitted,
Roland L. Cliffe, PM, Sec.
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