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SHRINE NEWSARARAT

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PAIDLouisiana, MO

PERMIT NO. 11

Ararat Shrine5100 Ararat DriveKansas City, MO 64129 1998

CHARTERED 1888

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VOLUME 84 FEBRUARY 2019 NUMBER 2

Save the date!POTENTATESBALL~ MARCH 23 ~

2019 PARADE SCHEDULE

Ron Knold Director Of Uniformed Units • 816-365-4527DATE ..................................LINE-UP TIME / STEP OFF ...................................................LOCATION

May 4 ........................... 9:00 am / 10:00 am .................. Missouri City (Volunteer) May 4 ...........................12:00 pm / 1:00 pm ......................................... RichmondJune 8 ......................... 10:00 am / 11:00 am ........................................... WarsawJune 22 ........................ 9:00 am / 10:00 am ..........................................BoonvilleJuly 4 .......................... 10:00 am / 11:00 am ...................Sugar Creek (Volunteer) August 17 ................... 10:00 am / 11:00 am ........................................LexingtonAugust 22-24 .....................................................................CSSA Sioux City, Iowa September 14 ............... 8:00 am / 9:00 am ...................................... Blue SpringsSeptember 28 ............. 10:00 am / 11:00 am ............................................. ArchieOctober 5 .................... 10:00 am / 11:00 am .....................................HarrisonvilleOctober 26 .................. 10:00 am / 11:00 am ................................. Independence

Dwight “Butch” PughInducted as

2019 Ararat Shrine Potentate

Your 2019 Divan being inducted at the January Temple meeting. Congratulations to all!

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2019 DIVANDwight “Butch” Pugh.................................. PotentateJim Kerns.............................................Chief RabbanMichael Aulgur .............................. Assistant RabbanDonald Fowler ........................High Priest & ProphetMark Dobson ..................................... Oriental GuideNick Baldi................................................... TreasurerMichael Wheeler .........................................RecorderMark Koontz ....................... First Ceremonial MasterJeremy Yates .................Second Ceremonial MasterJohn Hooper .................................................DirectorBen Allen ......................................................MarshalBud Higginbotham ................... Captain of the Guard Tony Kenna............................................Outer GuardLarry Adolphsen....................................Chief of StaffRev. Wesley H. Wingfield ........................... Chaplain

REPRESENTATIVES TO IMPERIAL COUNCIL

Dwight “Butch” Pugh.................. Illustrious PotentateJim Kerns.............................................Chief RabbanMichael Aulgur .............................. Assistant RabbanDonald Fowler ........................High Priest & Prophet

REPRESENTATIVES TO THE CENTRAL STATES SHRINE ASSOCIATION

Dwight “Butch” Pugh...................Illustrious PotentateJim Kerns.............................................Chief RabbanMichael Aulgur .............................. Assistant RabbanDonald Fowler ........................High Priest & ProphetMichael Wheeler .........................................Recorder

BOARD OF DIRECTORSDwight “Butch” Pugh.................. Illustrious PotentateJim Kerns.............................................Chief RabbanMichael Aulgur .............................. Assistant RabbanDonald Fowler ........................High Priest & ProphetMark Dobson ..................................... Oriental GuideNick Baldi................................................... TreasurerMichael Wheeler .........................................Recorder

DIRECTOR AND ASSISTANT DIRECTORS

UNIFORMED UNITSRon Knold. ....................................................DirectorPete Hickman ............................... Assistant DirectorBill Lutman .................................... Assistant DirectorBrent Marchant ............................. Assistant DirectorWayne Spencer, P.P. .................... Assistant DirectorCorey Huntsucker ....................................... AlternateDon Pittier, Sr. ............................................ Alternate

HOSPITAL BOARDJim Kerns, Chief Rabban....St. Louis Board Member

MEMBERSHIPHenry McDaniel, Jr., P.P. ...........................ChairmanSteve Costigan, Jr. ...................Director of RetentionKim Wilcox ............................Director of RecruitmentJim Gargotta ..........................Director of RestorationTom Riley ....................Director of Masonic RelationsBill Hughes ............................Director of JurisdictionJohn Spottswood ........... Director of Social OutreachRoger Salyer.................. Director of Special Projects

SHRINE CLUB DIRECTORS Alvin Kallenberger ........................................DirectorRay Lingrel .....................Asst. Director, District I & IIDavid Johnson ................Asst. Director, District I & IICurt Karnes ............Asst. Director, District III, IV & VMike DeGraff .............. Asst. Director, District VI, VIIITerry Daugherty .................Asst. Director, District VII

SHRINE CLUB AMBASSADORSMick Owens ..................................................District IBill Spotts.....................................................District IIDaniel Mull ..................................................District IIIKen Nelson ................................................ District IVKenny Sisemore ......................................... District VChuck Allcorn............................................. District VIArln Yount ................................................. District VIIDavid Hutton ............................................ District VIII

UNIT DIRECTORSMorris Carter ..................................................ClownsJerry McClary ...................................Director’s StaffGeorge Thompson .......................................GreetersRon Hickey ................................................... GuidesChris Braley ..............................................Mini Indy’sJames Murray .......................................Motor CorpsMike DeGraff ........................................ Motor EscortJack Everly .......................................Mounted GuardWeston Miller .............................................. Ole CarsBarry Hord ....................................................... PatrolIan Evans...........................................Pipes & DrumsLarry Teters ...........................................Sandbuggies

SHRINE NEWSJim Kerns......................................................... Editor

ARARAT SHRINE BUSINESS OFFICEJerrie Bailey, Office Manager

Linda Hickman • Kim Blobaum Phone: 816-923-1975 • Fax: 816-923-6743

[email protected] Hours: 8:30am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday

(Temple Stated Meeting nights, open until 7:30pm)

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Phone: 816-923-1995 Fax: [email protected]

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Ararat Shrine News is published monthly by Ararat Shrine Temple, 5100 Ararat Drive, Kansas City, Missouri 64129.

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ARARATSHRINE NEWS

REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING NOTICES

A R A R AT S H R I N E5100 Ararat Drive, Kansas City, Missouri

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 13, 2019~ and ~

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13, 2019

Meeting 7:00PM • Regular Order of Business Balloting on Petitions

Visiting Nobles Welcome 2019 Card Required • Wear Your Fez

Michael Wheeler Dwight “Butch” Pugh Recorder Illustrious Potentate

Please send questions, comments or suggestions to the editor: Jim Kerns, [email protected]

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Pote’s Notes

Welcome to 2019. I would like to thank all of the Nobility and their Ladies for all the faith and support you have given me on

my journey to becoming Potentate of Ararat Temple for 2019. My motto this year is “TOGETHER WE CAN”. With everyone’s support and dedication we can accomplish many things. I will always endeavor to do what is best for our Nobility and Ararat Shrine.

While we have many challenges to overcome this year, I firmly believe that with your support, we the Divan of 2019, will overcome many of them.

We know our membership is declining, we can still accomplish much with thinking outside the box. We had a very successful circus partnering with Fox 4 and the Love Fund, and fundraising with Ed’s Posse. We must continue to think outside the box on future fundraisers. It is very important that our units and clubs support future fundraisers, this will keep our general fund healthy.

We have several activities planned this year starting with a Roaring 20’s party in February. Please come out and support the temple while we are having fun and fellowship (it’s only $10).

By the time this is published we will have had the VIP party and officer installation, getting us started on what we believe will be a very successful year.

Again, my sincere appreciation for your support and I would like to thank the 2018 divan with leadership from Illustrious Sir Henry McDaniel Jr. I look forward to 2019.

Dwight “Butch” PughPotentateArarat Shrine

Attention Clubs and Units

The Shrine News is published monthly and articles are due on the Monday following each temple meeting. All Clubs and Units are encouraged to write an article about your upcoming events or tell about your past activities. Its always fun to hear what other groups are doing

and it generates interest from Nobles searching for a club or unit to join! *Please email articles and photos to [email protected].

Boonslick Shrine Club received many thank you notes from area 5th grade students for the trip to the Shrine Circus. Emma from Ss. Peter & Paul school in Boonville sent in this one.


Hospital Van Drivers

As a Noble of Ararat Shrine you are encouraged to get in-volved with the work of our frater-nity.Our Hospital Transportation Club is the tip of the spear in the effort to help our kids. We strongly encourage you to call the Hospital Transportation office at (816) 923-5429 or (816) 923-1319 and join the elite team of Nobles who trans-port our children to our St. Louis Hospital. We encourage every Noble to become a driver and to experience the life changing effect of working with the younger and the weaker. We need office workers and drivers so regardless of ability, all can lend a hand.

Thank you to the following Nobles who drove for a total of 104 hours the month of December!!

Ron GriepJim Howser

Dennis LindsayJoel Semler

Kenneth SisemoreGerald TinsleyRichard Wisely

Hospital Transportation News

Every month, the men of our hospital transportation team go about the business of caring for the needs of seriously ill children. They do this tirelessly and with little attention from the rest of the membership. There is no doubt the membership appreciates the work these

very few men put into our core reason to exist. There are repeated calls for aid with this vital task. And these calls go unanswered. It is true some Nobles are hard at work with full time jobs, children in sports and many commitments to prevent them from helping out. We understand and applaud your hard work. Yet in talks with other Nobles, we often hear “I really want to get involved” over and over. Why is it we hear this and see virtually no activity?

We need so much help there is often much that can be done that does not require a repeat-ing commitment. There is office work that could be done. We man this office five days a week and have a need for a few good men to answer the phone and insure our drivers are all set up for their trips. There are perks for this work. You receive Crown Jewel Honor points for your time at this task. When on duty we eat in the restaurant at a reduced rate. We enjoy the support of the Divan and the rest of the staff at the Temple, and we get the real satisfaction of knowing we make a difference. It is a great feeling to chat with a patient and to watch them progress through their treatment. Each one blooms into a walking billboard for what good men can accomplish.

Quite naturally, we also need drivers to transport these young miracles to the hospital. To drive you need a couple of things that are reasonably simple. You need a copy of your driving re-cord that can be obtained from your local license bureau, and a clearance from your Doctor stat-ing you are physically able to safely drive. That’s it! and for these two items you will become one of the few who stand at the head of our shrine. You will drive our beautiful van transporting our children to one of the newest facilities in our Shrine Hospital system. You will meet drivers from all over the country who are caring for children too!

In summation, we need the help. It is easy, fun and incredibly rewarding. Membership in the Hospital Transportation Club will bring great satisfaction, friendship and growth for your work. If you have an interest in joining us, call our office M-F 9:00 -2:00 at (816) 923-5429; or call the front office at (816) 923-1975 and our excellent office staff will transfer the call to us. Reach down deep, grab a handful of heart and we will see you wearing Hospital Transportation Blue very soon.


Membership BY ART KINDER

Why has membership disappeared in the last 40 years? Did we sign a member to join be-cause he wanted to make a mark on this world or was he invited in by a friend to make a member in his Lodge or make his name count on a membership total?

There are some, unfortunately, within the Fraternity that should never have been allowed past the West Gate. Guard the gate and allow only quality men to join our ranks. We need to protect the Eastern Chair.

If we are simply another social club that promotes pseudo and, etc. to fulfill egotistical goals, that is exactly the kind of man that will knock on our doors. These men that we bring in have an idea of what Masonry is already, and they have expectations. If we do not help set these expecta-tions, but simply demand that the candidates appreciate the ceremonies they will leave disap-pointed.

If the candidate cannot be a friend in the lodge, that lodge and perhaps Masonry in general it is not for him. If we cannot befriend the candidate, we need to help him find a lodge that can, or an organization that will.

As we find our way into the future, we must come to grips with emerging technologies. The Older generation see Facebook as a way to keep in touch with family. The younger generation sees it as a marketing and advertisement tool.

If the fraternity is not tapping into that market, potential members are being lost. The older leaders have an obligation to the younger leaders, they must see how vital it is that he give up the reins and guide future leaders as a mentor.

However, to really grasp the changes that lie before us, we must let go of our ego, boost our brother up without hoping for some kind of reward or recognition.

FEBRUARY6.............................................................................................. Greeters Meeting7 ..............................................................................................Bingo (Ole Cars)9 ................................................................................ Roaring 20’s Aides Party11 ................................................................................................ Divan Meeting13 ............................................................................................. Temple Meeting14............................................................................................Bingo (Seriously)21..................................................................................... Bingo (Ambassadors)

Membership meeting23....................................................................................Ladies Without Nobles26.................................................................................. Truman Lodge Meeting28................................................................................... Bingo (Directors Staff)

MARCH2................................................................................... Fat Tuesday Aides Party6.............................................................................................. Greeters Meeting7................................................................................................... Bingo (Patrol)11 ................................................................................................ Divan Meeting13.............................................................................................. Temple Meeting14..................................................................... Bingo (Hospital Transportation)21.................................................................................. Bingo (You Can Work)

Membership meeting22-24 .............................................................................. Demolay International23................................................................................................ Potentates Ball23................................................................. Ladies without Nobles Card Event26.................................................................................. Truman Lodge Meeting28............................................................................................Bingo (Corvettes)30........................................................................... LOS & Ole Car’s Sock Hop31.......................................................................................Cabo Potentates Trip

FEBRUARY-MARCH EVENT CALENDAR

ARARATSHRINE NEWS

Editors notice: All ads submitted by units, clubs, committees, Masonic, Shrine & outside organizations will be charged at the internal advertising rate unless proceeds directly benefit Ararat Shrine, Shriners’ Hospitals for Children or have prior waiver approval from the Editor and Board of Directors. Please call the office for de-tails on ad rates at 816-923-1975. All content provided by clubs, units, committees, Masonic, Shrine and outside organi-zations must have the approval of the presiding officer of said group. All scribes are considered as having prior approval from their presiding officer. Any other content is at the discretion of the editor and/or board of directors of Ararat Shrine.


NOBLES WHOSE LIVES

We Celebrate! The Officers and Nobles of Ararat Shrine express their sincere sympathy to the families and friends of these departed Nobles:

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BLUE SPRINGS SHRINE CLUBBy Fred Harle, P.P.

They always say, “April Showers BringMay Flowers.” Well, here it is April 10th,haven’t seen much rain here in our greatcity of Blue Springs, MO, but you knowwhat, if you are like me those May flowersare already starting to bloom. You knowthe kind I’m talking about, those pretty lit-tle yellow flowers that we spend a smallfortune trying to eliminate from our yardevery year. Yep, they are called dande-lions. If you don’t have any I’ll be morethan happy to bring you some of the onesfrom my front yard. That is just before Itry to get rid of them.

Today Jennie’s brother Kenny and hisLady Emma who live in Warrensburg, MOdrove up to see us. We met at Bob Evan’sRestaurant in Lee’s Summit, after whichall four of us visited the Swap Meet. Wow,what a super extravaganza. An even big-ger surprise was to be greeted by Ill. SirKevin Sleyster and being chauffeured byour Recorder, Mike Wheeler. Upon enter-ing the rear gate we were greeted by thehardest working Shriner I know , NobleMac McWilliams. Try and keep up withthis Noble and you’ll find it’ s impossible.Thanks Mac for all that you do for Ararat.

Let me tell you about our March BSSCmeeting. To begin with, our meetings withNoble Bill Fickle at the helm just get bet-ter and better . Following the usual open -ing ceremonies for our Shrine Club, we getdown to the business of trying to catch thefatted calf so to speak. See picture of ourDivan Liaison Officer, 2nd CeremonialMaster Clarence Kirby followed by alegion of hungry Shriners. We also treatour ladies okay . Please note picture withladies, Carol Newport, Vivian Snell,Marguerite Merryman, and Pat Stansell.

Thank you ladies for continuing to shareBSSC with all the rest of us.

Our President, Bill Fickle arranged aspectacular program for our entertainment.Jordan Mitchell, a member of DeMolay,presented a Ceremony of Life in full form.Wow, super impressive, you could hear apin drop. What a treat to see and hear sucha talented young man.

We treat our dignitaries with respect,and it’s always a pleasure to put out the oldBSSC welcome mat for any and all templeofficers. Please don’t wait for a specialinvite. The door is always open and wewant you to come and join us. See photoof President Bill Fickle, 2nd CeremonialMaster Clarence Kirby, and AmbassadorBud Higginbotham.

Our good buddy Noble Lou Sohn hadsome stents inserted close to his heart andhe is progressing great. He heard aboutPast President Bill Clinton doing okaywith his so he got some.

Last, but also a very important part ofour BSSC team is Noble James Gar gotta.He puts together our club newsletter , sec-ond to none, that keeps all our membersinformed about what’s going to happen,and what has happened. Not only aboutanything and everything in and about ourclub, but other clubs, uniformed units, andour temple in general. If you don’t believeit come see for yourself! BSSC meets onthe 4th Monday night of each month at6:30 pm in the American Legion Buildingon 7 Hwy in Blue Springs, MO. Call us,we’ll tell you how to get here.

That’s enough for this time! So untilnext time, a hug doesn’ t cost anything togive or get. Think about it!!!!!!

U N I T S A N D C L U B S

Pres. Bill Fickle &Jordan Mitchell

Noble Clarence Kirby leads the way. Noble JamesGargotta

Lto R: Carol Newport, Vivian Snell, Marguerite Merryman, & Pat Stansell

L to R: Ambassador BudHigginbotham, Pres. Bill Fickle, & 2nd

Ceremonial Master Clarence Kirby.

IN MEMORIAM

Bobbie L. McDonaldJefferson City, MO.02/01/1929-12/08/2018Created in Ararat 05/23/1981

Ernest E. SimmermonBlue Springs, MO.08/08/1933-01/05/2019Created in Ararat 11/5/1972

Gary L. LeftridgeShawnee, KS.06/23/1944-01/09/2019Created in Ararat 07/03/1976

James W. MunkirsKearney, MO.09/25/1930-01/13/2019Created in Ararat 06/09/1956

James H. HarrisJerico Springs, MO.08/10/1941-12/10/2018Created in Ararat 12/02/1989

Frederic A. McBurneyJamestown RI.05/15/1930-10/05/2018Created in Ararat 06/01/1974

James R. StrodtmanNapoleon, MO.12/22/1934-11/19/2018Created in Ararat 11/25/1978

Dues Payment OptionsFellow Nobles: We want to make you aware that there are several payment options available for you to pay your membership dues. We accept cash, check, credit cards and Paypal. If you have questions, feel free to contact the office at 816-923-1975.

The following Nobles have Crown Jewels in the office to pick up from previous year. Bruce Anderson Henry Backstrom Robert Barker Richard Barnett Robert Barrett Charles Bedford Robert Brewster Bruce Brosko Garrett Budzinski Gary Campbell Ace Carpenter Herbert Clark Harold Cleberg Philip Clevenger Leo Coleman Neil Crayden Mitchell Cross Joe Cundiff Bill Dietz Henry Devry PP Mark Dorrell Charles Eddy PP

Dan Elder William Elledge Ralph Erwin Robert Eslinger William Filer Dennis Flanery David Freeman Kelly Fritts David Fulton Jr Robert Gage James Gilpin Alexander Goncalves Landry Gosserand Lawrence Gresham Heath Grimes Herbert Gronemeyer Jr Wayne Groom Rodrigo Guzman Steven Hargrave Jim Harris Gilbert Head Andrew Herman

Jerry Hess Ronald Hickey Floyd Hickman Eric Himes Gary Hinderks Patrick Hoesley Harold Holliger David Huddleston Robert Hunsperger Robert James Reuben Jamison Norman Johnson Ben Kenney PP Clarence Kirby PP Lewis Kitson Brad Kramer Benjamin Lewis William Lutman Brent Marchant James Marler Charles McArthur PP Gerald McCaslin

Terry Milner William Moffet Huston Mullins Curtis Myers Donald Myers Keneth Neill Oren Nesbitt Billy Pitts Ian Ramage David Rhoades Roy Richie Clayton Riley Randal Roby Delbert Rodenberg Roger Salyer Robert Shores A.J Shumate Kevin Sleyter PP Tommie Smith Alan Staggs Fielding Staton Stephen Stock

Arthur Stoddard Bobby Sullivan Bill Summers Larry Sweeny Michael Terry Major Fred Thomas Bert Torrey Robert Turner Jerry Vance Jerry Vance Jr Dennis Wacknov George Ward Bob Welch Larry Wepler Charles Whitmer Howard Willey Donald Wilson James Winship Howard Woosley Floyd Worley


Pictured: (top right) Baby Izzy before brachial plexus

palsy surgery, (bottom) Board of Governors member

Joe Shivley with Izzy’s par-ents Geneva and Terrence

Izzy seated in front of Christmas tree

Board of Trustees Member Helps Jamaican Child Receive Life-Changing Care

Shriners Hospitals for Children — St. Louis Board of Governors member Joe Shivley teamed up with Poplar Bluff, Missouri pediatrician Debra Robertson, M.D., to help bring baby Isa-bel from Jamaica to St. Louis for life-changing brachial plexus palsy surgery.

When mom Geneva was in labor last January, Isabel “Izzy” became stuck in the birth canal for over six minutes, which caused tearing of the nerves in her arm. Though some babies with

minor cases recover naturally, many require a nerve repair sur-gery, ideally before age 1. The Bennett family lives in South Central Jamaica in the town of May Pen, which is about two hours from the capitol of Kings-ton and the nearest children’s hospital.

The Bennetts knew some-thing was wrong with Izzy’s shoulder when she was born. When Dr. Robertson came to Jamaica on a medical mission trip last July, she recognized Izzy’s condition and suggested the Bennetts take Izzy to Busta-mante Children’s Hospital in Kingston. She also recommend-ed reaching out to the Shri-ners, and connected them with Moolah Shriner Joe Shivley to help get Izzy an appointment. “This is why we do what we do as Shriners,” Shivley said. “This hospital works miracles.”

Despite the fact that Mr. Shivley lives in Poplar Bluff and the Bennett family lives in Jamaica, Izzy received a surgery appointment date and an emergency medical visa. The family made its way to St. Louis and she underwent surgery on January 15. The mission group Mission Four 18 and their leaders Len and Aimee Scott helped tremendously, as Geneva and dad Terrence serve as local representatives for them in Jamaica.

Izzy will stay in the United States for three to four weeks, depending on her recovery time. She will have a second surgery later this year. Once she recovers, she will have much more range of motion and will be able to start walking and keeping up with other kids her age, all due to the help of our local board member!

Ararat Restaurant SpecialsWeekly Lunch Special 11:30-2pm

Monday- MeatloafTuesday -$1.00 tacos

Wednesday- Grilled chicken dinner Thursday-Chicken fried chicken

Friday- Shrine burger or chicken sandwich

Monthly Dinner SpecialsFirst Friday of each month is Karaoke in the restaurant

from 7:00-10:00 pm , dinner special is a Pasta Bar for just $10.

Second Friday of each month is Boiled Shrimp for just $10.50 ½ lb or $13.50 for 1 lb served with salad and choice of potato.

I llustrious Potentate Henry McDaniel, Jr. called the January meeting to order at 7:00 pm, January 9, 2019 in A&B.

Assistant Rabban Jim Kerns informed the Captain of the Guard, Bud Higginbotham, that the Potentate was about to open Ara-rat Temple for business. That done, Captain of the Guard, Noble Bud, informed Outer Guard, Noble Jeremy Yates, and then report-ed to Noble Jim, who informed Illustrious Sir Henry that the Temple was under a double and trusty guard.

Chief Rabban Butch Pugh than surveyed the crowd and informed the Potentate that our Temple was free from jeopardy as there were none present save members of our order. Il-lustrious Sir Henry said “Tis Well”.

Oriental Guide Donnie Fowler Prepared the Alter.

Noble Chaplain Wes Wingfield remem-bered our Nobles who had been visited by the Black Camel and gave the invocation.

The Colors were placed prior to the busi-ness meeting beginning. The assembled No-bles, led by Chief Rabban Butch Pugh recited the Shrine Pledge of Allegiance, and the sing-ing of the National Anthem.

In accordance with a motion passed at the February 8, 2018 stated meeting, the reading of the previous month’s minutes is suspended during the term of the current Potentate.

Recorder Mike Wheeler was called upon and announced that there were no Petitions for Creation, no Petitions for Association and no Petitions for Affiliation. There was one Petition for Restoration. There were two re-quests for demits. It was announced that the committee for remissions met and has recom-mended the remission of dues for one deserv-ing Noble, and the permanent remission of dues for one deserving Noble. Motions was made and approved by the Nobility.

Treasurer Nick Baldi was called upon to give the Treasurers Report dated Decem-ber 31, 2018. This report is available at the Temple Office for all Nobles who would like to review it.

Illustrious Potentate Henry McDaniel, Jr. called on Marshal Kevin Gresham to in-troduce those presenting gifts and contribu-tions. Noble Dick Newport presented dona-tions he received in honor of his late mother, Mary Newport. Noble Chris Isaacks, with the Kansas City Star, presented $104 he raised

for the Circus. Noble Bobby Zolotor, with the Hillbilly’s, donated $1500 to the Hospital Transportation Fund. Hillbilly’s have ceased due to inactivity. Noble Wes Miller, with Warsaw Shrine Club, presented $1350 for the Hospital Transportation fund and Shriners Hospitals in honor of Steve Johnson (No, not our P.P.) . Ararat Clowns presented Illustrious Potentate Henry with a parting gift.

Illustrious Potentate Henry welcomed the Nobles of Carrolton County Shrine Club, attending via the web.

Illustrious Potentate Henry McDaniel, Jr. called for the introduction of visiting Nobles. Noble George Thompson communicated that none were present.

Illustrious Potentate Henry called for committee reports.

In the Circus report, Noble Butch Pugh reported Fox 4 and the Love Fund helped with the $35000 in increased ticket sales. He thanked Ed’s Posse for their help in raising money, and stated that they would be help-ing us for at least 2 events this year. Noble Butch also thanked everyone that worked and helped with last year’s Circus and urged everyone to support Noble Jim Kerns Circus this year.

2019 Officers Seminar, Noble Jim Kerns reported the VIP Reception would be Friday, January 11 at 6:00pm and the Seminar would be Saturday, January 12 at 9:30am in A & B, followed by a Chili Lunch, made by Illustrious Sir Henry. Noble Jim promised that we would be done in time to get home for the Football game. There will be pastries in the restaurant for any ladies that are in attendance.

Noble David Keys reported on the Fes-tival of Champions. Had a great day and the proceeds from the event in the amount of $3,000 went to the Hospital Transportation fund.

2019 Swap Meet, Noble Michael Aul-gur, reported that the Swap Meet would be Sunday, June 2 at Silverstein Event Center. New flyers are printed and will be available at the Officet’s Seminar. Swap Meet meeting will start on the 4th Thursday of the month at 7:00pm, from January until the Swap Meet. Anyone wishing to help or with information for the Swap Meet is welcome to attend.

Bingo, Noble Larry Adolphsen reported that we are having good turnouts due to the $10,500 pot. $6,500 was turned in for the

temple, plus $660 in donations from bingo winners. Noble Larry asks if you have the time to please come out and help. Last Thurs-day there were 218 players.

Hospital committee, Illustrious Sir Wayne Spencer PP, thanked everyone for their donations. The transportation van had the rear end fail and the donations will help with the repairs. In the meantime, the old van is still in service and the donations are ap-preciated. Anyone wanting to drive or work in the office let them know and they will put you to work.

Membership, Illustrious Sir Henry Mc-Daniel reported that meetings are the 3rd Thursday of every month and they could use help. The Shrine East/West football bowl game will be televised January 19 at Side Pockets in Blue Springs. Imperial has sent a packet of giveaways, plus an Eric Berry auto-graphed football.

Illustrious Potentate Henry McDaniel noted the following upcoming events, Janu-ary 11th – Officers Reception, January 12th – Officers Seminar, January 23rd – Member-ship Meeting, January 26th – Five or More Party and the Polar Plunge at Longview Lake for Special Olympics. Illustrious Sir Henry will be taking the plunge. February 2nd – Su-per Bowl, February 9th – Bath Tub Gin Party, February 13th – Temple Meeting, and every Thursday night is Bingo.`

Potentate elect, Butch Pugh announced his Divan Appointments as follows: All cur-rent Divan appointments will move up one station except one. Noble Ben Allen will be Marshal, Noble Tony Kenna will be Outer Guard and Noble Larry Adolphsen will be Chief of Staff. Noble Jeremy Yates moves up to Second Ceremonial Master, Noble John Hooper will remain as Director, Noble Bud Higginbotham will remain as Captain of the Guard, Noble Wes Wingfield will remain as Chaplain, Noble Mark Koontz will move up to First Ceremonial Master and Noble Kevin Gresham is retiring.

Illustrious Potentate Henry McDaniel, called for the installation of officers. Illustrious Sir John Hay, P.P. installing officer, and Il-lustrious Sir Wayne Spencer, P.P. Installing Marshal, installed the 2019 officers of Ara-rat Temple as follows. Noble Butch Pugh - Potentate, Noble Jim Kerns – Chief Rabban,

Noble Michael Aulgur – Assistant Rabban, Noble Donnie Fowler – High Priest & Proph-et, Noble Mark Dobson – Oriental Guide, Noble Nick Baldi – Treasurer, Noble Mike Wheeler – Recorder, Noble Mark Koontz - First Ceremonial Master, Noble Jeremy Yates - Second Ceremonial Master, Noble Ben Al-len - Marshal, Noble John Hooper – Director, Noble Bud Higginbotham - Captain of the Guard, Noble Tony Kenna - Outer Guard and Noble Larry Adolphsen - Chief of Staff, and Noble Wes Wingfield – Chaplain.

Illustrious Sir Randy Berry P.P., present-ed Illustrious Sir Henry McDaniel Jr. with his Past Potentate Fez. Noble Mike Wheeler presented Illustrious Sir Henry with his Life membership.

Illustrious Sir Richard Floyd, P.P., pre-sented Illustrious Potentate Butch Pugh with his Potentate Fez.

Illustrious Potentate Butch Pugh pre-sented Noble Larry Adolphsen with his new Fez, Noble Ben Allen with his new Fez, and Noble Tony Kenna with his new Fez.

Illustrious Potentate Butch called for the drawing for the Henry Rifle. The winning ticket was drawn and the name on the ticket was Butch Pugh.

Illustrious Potentate Butch called for the good of the order. There was none reported.

Illustrious Potentate Butch recognized Noble Jimmie Jones, Circus Ring Master Emeritus, Noble Art Kinder, Assistant Shrine Club Emeritus, and Vern Hilliard, Director of Shrine Clubs Emeritus.

Past Potentates attending were recog-nized ,1986 Illustrious Sir Larry Davis, 2003 Illustrious Sir John Hay, 2012 Illustrious Sir Richard Floyd, 2013 Illustrious Sir Wayne Spencer, 2017 Illustrious Sir Randy Berry and 2018 Illustrious Sir Henry L. McDaniel Jr.

Illustrious Potentate Butch called for the drawing of the 50/50 pot and the winning was donated to the 2019 Circus.

Noble Chaplain Wes Wingfield gave the Benediction.

Illustrious Potentate Butch recognized Carroll County Shrine club and thanked them for their web attendance.

Illustrious Potentate Butch introduced his Chief Aid, Noble Ron Griep.

Waving all signs of ceremony, the meet-ing was adjourned at 8:10pm.

January 2019 Temple Meeting NotesBY BEN ALLEN, PHOTOS BY RON NUTTER



Noble Dick Newport made several donations on behalf of his late mother to Ill. Sir Henry L. McDaniel, Jr. , Potentate 2018.

Noble Chris Isaacks present-ing Ill. Sir Henry L. McDaniel, Jr., Potentate 2018 a dona-tion.

Noble Bob Zolotor present-ing Ill. Sir Henry L. McDaniel, Jr. Potentate 2018 and Ill. Sir Wayne Spencer, P.P. 2013, Hospital Committee Chairman, with a donation to the HPTF from the former Hillbilly Clan No. 124.

Noble Weston Miller of War-saw Shrine Club, making a donation in memory of Noble Steve Johnson of Warsaw S.C.

Noble Tom Williams (RO), of the Ararat Clowns presenting Ill. Sir Henry L. McDaniel, Jr. with a special memento of his service to Ararat Shrine.

Noble David Key, Presi-dent of Houn Dawg S. C., presenting a sizable dona-tion to the HPTF from the organizers of the Festival of Champions music competi-tion held on October 20, 2018 in Warrensburg.

Illustrious Poten-tate Butch Pugh presenting Noble Larry Adolphsen with his Chief of Staff fez.

Illustrious Poten-tate Butch Pugh presenting the new Marshal, Noble Ben Allen with his Divan fez.

Illustrious Poten-tate Butch Pugh

presenting the new Outer Guard,

Noble Tony Kenna, with his Divan fez.

Right; Recorder Noble Mike Wheeler presenting Ill. Sir Henry L. McDaniel, Jr.

P.P. 2018 with his Temple Life Membership Certificate.

Below: Ill. Sir Randy Berry P.P. 2017 plac-ing a Past Potentates fez on Ill. Sir Henry

L. McDaniel, Jr. P.P. 2018.


The GiftBY WILLIAM WARREN

This was a day like all the others. Get up, dress, make coffee and off to work. Fight-ing the traffic and the lunatics that are al-

ways running five minutes behind. Get to work, the boss is a jerk-wad and loves chewing on people. He only feels like a man when he can stand on someone’s dignity. Like many, I only tolerate this because I can’t find a job to replace this one. I work all day with the increasing frus-tration of a man who will never complete the

task. There is always another broken thing to repair and an irate client who wants his repair moved to the front of the line. In short, today was a day like all others.

At the end of the day I pulled out of the parking lot and onto the highway. I managed to slip away five minutes early so I could get a leg up on the rush hour traffic. A five minute ear-lier departure gets me home ten minutes earlier because the traffic is lighter. For this privilege, I only take a 45 minute lunch and no afternoon break. So I sacrifice half an hour to save ten minutes. My workplace is so dreary the trade is

a great value so I really don’t mind. However, today is not like any other day. Today I hit the highway and in five minutes, I am at a standstill due to an accident on the road up ahead of me. I can hear the sirens but can’t see anything up ahead. I am good and stuck. So in one way, my day is on schedule. I am fortunate that I was in the slow lane. I can drive on the shoulder for a few hundred yards and down the off ramp lead-ing back toward the office. Even though I can’t get home, I can find a place to not be in traffic, so McDonald’s here I come!

To my amazement, not many drivers thought of this. The place only has four or five people in it and they look bored. I order a coffee and a small sandwich, I don’t eat much. The disinterested order taker rings my order up and tells me my number. To her, I am just another obstruc-tion until it is time to clock out. She is not really working, she is doing time. But the process of order preparation is well established and my number is called fairly quickly. I get my food and take a seat. I notice the Christmas Carols are blasting from the sound system. Today’s 19 year old shift manager wants the noise…. I mean music, to drown out everything, includ-ing thought. It seems he got his wish. This place is loud and truthfully not much in the way of clean either!

So, there I sit, being bombarded my Burl Ives, the Back Street Boys and even Gene Autry as the sounds of the season are forced into my thoughts until all I want to do is shout, “TURN THAT DAMN NOISE OFF.” But I am con-ditioned to endure these societal intru-sions into my Psyche and just grind my

way through the sandwich in hopes that the ac-cident on the highway will be cleared soon and I can resume my trek home so I can prepare to repeat this day yet again.

For a reason I will never know, I look up just as a man carrying a car seat walks in. He is young, poorly dressed and tired looking. He is followed by a young woman in shocking pink who looks disinterested in her surround-ings. I wondered if this was a cultivated look or was her body language and facial expres-sion telling the truth? She looked as if she could be walking through the Swiss Alps just as easily as she was walking in to a McDon-alds here in smallish Independence, Missouri. The only part of their entourage that was not disinterested was the contents of the car seat. The covered car seat was a raging cauldron of anger that could not have been six months old. And this yet unknown child was fully prepared and willing to express her displeasure with her world. She wanted something and was tired of waiting. It was time to make demands! To my amazement, the man placed the car seat and its howling contents into a booth. He then turned to the girl and mumbled something to her and simply walked away. I watched his tiny wrecked Toyota pull off into the night, fully knowing he was abandoning this young girl and her crying child. The girl sat down in a booth not far from where I was sitting. And did what she could to calm the baby. She tried to feed the child with no success. She then checked the diaper and looked grateful that this was not the source of the problem. With that done she held the child close and began to text on her cell phone looking over the top of the child at her phone as if the baby was only a dream. As I sat there watching this tiny dra-ma unfold I noticed the young mother worked with the child but never looked at the menu over the counter. As the minutes ticked away, I watched people walk by the table. Some smiling at the baby who was now being held and had some degree of contentment. Others merely looked at the child with irritation when she cried or made any noise at all. Through all this, I sat transfixed. My lousy day forgotten and for a few minutes at least, I even forgot about the clogged highway that was keeping me from my dreary television and finally the exhausted slumber that the day had wrought.

I walked toward her booth and asked how old the baby was. “Four months” came the re-ply. I then ask if she is waiting for someone. She looked down at the table and said, she had been trying to contact her parents who live nearby for two hours. Her “friends” had grown tired of the baby’s crying and simply dropped her off in the same town as her parents. She had hoped to contact them so she might spend a few days (and Christmas) in her old room. It was obvious she was running scared and with little hope of any real aid. I chatted for a few minutes and walked away telling her I needed a refill on my coffee. Even a tired old man like me could

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see the look she gave the cup I was holding. I went to the counter, bought a $20.00 gift card and a large meal. Asking the disinterested or-der taker if she would deliver the food and gift card to the young lady with the baby. “I guess….. “was the bored and overly dramatic reply. I walked away and waited in my car watching the order taker to insure not only the food was given to the young girl, but the gift card as well. As she sat the food down at the girl’s table, I could see the order taker gesture to where I had been sitting. Handing the gift card over at that time. The order taker walked away, checking her watch to see if she was any nearer to leaving the restaurant and her terrible job. I sat in the car for a few minutes. Reflecting on the state of my world, I watched the young mother eat and hold her child close. While she was rapidly working through the sandwich, fries and drink, her phone rang and she grabbed it up. Her face broke into a smile and I saw her mouth the word MOM into the phone.

With that small bit of assistance com-plete, I pulled out of the McDonald’s and headed to the highway. The accident was cleared away and traffic was now moving along in good order. The rest of the trip was actually pleasant. That night, I managed to read my book rather than just get lost in the mindless droning of the television. Slumber was restful and without dreams. On the mor-row, I actually got to work early and spoke with my boss about my thoughts to correct a problem. He was pleased, and supportive. As the day progressed, my thoughts kept re-turning to the young mother and my joy in lending a small bit of aid. It was impossible to hold back a smile as I recalled her face when her mother called. Co-workers spoke with me for the first time in months and we even shared a laugh or two. My boss stopped by to ask if I would write up my observations on the problem we had discussed. All in all a good day.

After a pleasant commute home, I sat and reflected on the recent events in my life. My conclusion was astounding. I was the one that was lost, I was the one who was merely marking time. I had fallen into a rut and never realized it. When I had pulled away from McDonald’s the day before, I was convinced I had offered a small gift to the young mother. Upon reflection, it was she who offered a gift to me. Her need was food and support. I on the other hand need-ed to find my soul. The simple act of “lend-ing a hand” showed me the way to find my smile and my drive to keep moving forward. Over the next few days, I found my joy in my work and the people around me. My out-look changed and my smile returned. While I never saw the young mother again, I still had one task left to complete. One small gift to offer. Tonight, I return to the McDonald’s in search of the disinterested order taker and her unhappy world. z OSAUG18JUIN

Join Us in Nashvil le for the 2019 Imperial Session

The 2019 Imperial Session of Shriners International will take place in Nashville, Tennessee, Sunday, June 30 through Thursday, July 4. All nobles, ladies and their families are invited to join Imperial Sir Jim Cain and Lady Patsy in Music City for the fraternity’s biggest event of the year.

There is so much to do in Nashville that you may never want to leave. The city is steeped in tradition, and summer in Music City offers an endless array of music, food, art and family-friendly activities. Come enjoy this vibrant city with us while celebrating the fun, fellowship and philanthropy that makes Shriners International the greatest fraternity in the world.

About Music CityThere is no place quite like Nashville, the capital of Tennessee. The city is full of so much life, and vibrates to the beat of every kind of music. Nashville may be recognized around the world as the birthplace of country music, but Music City truly plays all the genres. Home to more than 180 recording studies and 5,000 working musicians, you can hear live music flowing from every direction throughout the city, every night of the week.

One of the most famous music venues in Nashville is the historic Ryman Auditorium, built in 1892. Nicknamed the “Carnegie Hall of the South,” the Ryman attracts musicians

and fans from all over the world. This is not just another nightly music venue or daytime tourist stop – the Ryman is renowned around the globe as one of the best performance halls in the world. It is the exact spot where bluegrass was born, where Johnny Cash met June Carter, where country music found an audience beyond its own back porch, and where countless careers took off as deals were signed backstage. It was also home to the Grand Ole Opry from 1943 to 1974.

Founded in 1925 as a one-hour radio "barn dance" on WSM, Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry is said to be the show that made country music famous. Renowned for creating one-of-a-kind entertainment experiences, the Grand Ole Opry is now the longest running radio broadcast in U.S. history, dedicated to honoring country music and its history. Every show features the new stars, superstars and legends of the genre. Year after year, hundreds of thousands of people from around the world come to see the Grand Ole Opry show live, which is now performed at the Grand Ole Opry House.

While you are visiting Nashville, also be sure to check out the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum, located a block away from the popular honky-tonks of Broadway. Often called the “Smithsonian of country music,” the museum seeks to collect, preserve, and interpret the evolving history and traditions of country music through exhibits, publications, and educational programs.

In addition to its incredible music scene, Nashville offers even more to do, explore and discover. The city is known and loved for its characteristic warm, Southern hospitality; unique and exciting first-class food options; boundless spectrum of nightlife; and dynamic, rich history. Another must-see attraction in Nashville is the Parthenon, located in beautiful Centennial Park. Built in 1897, the Parthenon is a full-scale replica of the

original Parthenon in Athens, Greece, and also serves as Nashville’s art museum.

Music City CenterThe 2019 Imperial Session will be held at the Music City Center, the perfect venue for any size event, from a small, private dinner to a large-scale convention like ours.

The Music City Center offers stunning views of the Nashville skyline and, in keeping with the city's commitment to sustainable development, includes a 4-acre green roof. In addition, the building has been designed to capture Nashville's best attributes and immerse visitors in the unique character of Music City.

We Hope to See You ThereShriners International invites all nobles, ladies and their families to join us for the 145th Imperial Session in Nashville. We look forward to seeing you all at our annual Shriners family reunion in this incredible and one-of-a-kind city. We promise it will be a wonderful time you will never forget.

To learn more, please visit the official 2019 Imperial Session website, imperial2019.com, or Facebook page, facebook.com/JimCain2019.

Future Imperial Sessions:

July 5 - July 9, 2020

Kansas City, Missouri

July 4 - July 8, 2021 Houston, Texas

July 3 - July 7, 2022

Minneapolis, Minnesota


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Ladies Handbook)• Photo Gallery The website contains useful fraternity documents that nobles and ladies can download, including the Fez Owner’s Manual, Membership Toolkit, Shriner Primer and Shrine Protocol.

Shriners Village also has an events section with information on temple fundraisers and other activities. Any registered user can post an event on the calendar.

We invite you to explore and become part of the Shriner family’s website. There is a lot to be discovered and there will always be something new to find — news, entertainment, history, education, multimedia features and more. Becoming part of Shriners Village is easy: Go to the Shriners Village login page at shrinersvillage.com

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BINGO ASSIGNMENTSThe following is a list of units/clubs scheduled to furnish 3 members to assist in helping the Bingo Com-

mittee on their assigned Thursday evening.Workers report to Larry Adolphsen in Bennett Auditorium at 5pm on your scheduled night. Directors/

Presidents, if you are not able to fulfill the assignment, please contact Dave Johnson at 816-349-7930 so that he can find replacements.

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BLUE LODGES IN ARARAT’S JURISDICTIONBelow is an updated list of Masonic Lodges within the jurisdiction of Ararat Shrine.

LODGE ADDRESS CITY ZIP MEETING TIMESAda #444 305 SW Front St Orrick 64077 2nd & 4th ThursdayAdelphi #355 500 Hines Edgerton 64444 2nd TuesdayAlpha #659 2121 Gentry N. Kansas City 64117 2nd & 4th MondayAmsterdam #141 State Hwy Y and State Hwy J Amsterdam 64723 2nd Tuesday 7:30Angerona #193 State Hwy, JJ Missouri City 64072 1st & 3rd TuesdayAppleton City # 412 315 E. 3rd Street Appleton City 64724 3rd Monday 7:30Arrow Rock #55 307 7th ST Arrow Rock 65320 2nd ThursdayBarbee #217 503 S Locust Sweet Springs 65351 3rd ThursdayBarry Daylight #17 2000 NW Barry Rd Kansas City 64154 3rd WednesdayBee Hive #393 420 N Pennsylvania Lawson 64062 2nd & 4th MondayBelton-Grandview #450 307 N Scott Belton 64012 1st & 3rd TuesdayBlue Springs #337 908 Main St Blue Springs 64015 1st & 3rd ThursdayBrookfield #86 200 Linn Brookfield 64628 2nd & 4th TuesdaysBuckner #501 611 S Sibley St Buckner 64016 1st & 3rd TuesdayButler #254 1203 N. Orange Butler 64730 1st & 3rd ThursdayCairo #486 209 Martin Cairo 65239 2nd & 4th ThursdaysCallao #38 300 Market St. Callao 63534 1st & 3rd MondaysCambridge #63 627 Industrial Blvd Slater 65349 1st TuesdayCamden Point #169 107 3rd St Camden Point 64079 1st TuesdayCass #147 405 Independence Harrisonville 64701 1st & 3rd ThursdayCecile Daylight #305 120 S. Pleasant St. Independence 64050 2nd & 4th WednesdayCensor #172 201 Pearl St. Macon 63552 2nd & 4th MondaysChristian #392 1901 S. Broadway Oak Grove 64075 2nd & 4th ThursdayClark #610 Main and Hubbard Clark 65243 1st & 3rd Thursday Clay #207 110 ½ Main St. PO Box 424 Excelsior Springs 64024 1st & 3rd Mondays Clinton #548 1109 E. Ohio Clinton 64733 2nd & 4th TuesdaysCompass #120 2121 Gentry North KC 64118 2nd ThursdayCooper Lodge #36 717 Main St. Boonville, MO. 65233 2nd & 4th Tuesdays 7pm Corinthian #265 402 E Russel Ave Warrenburg 64093 1st & 3rd MondayCountry Club #656 3516 Blue Ridge Cut-off Kansas City 64116 1st & 3rd MondayCrescent Hill #368 24 E. 3rd St. Adrian 64720 2nd & 4th ThursdayEast Gate #630 3517 Blue Ridge Cut-off Kansas City 64116 1st & 3rd TuesdayFayette-Howard #4 182 Hwy 5 North Fayette 65248 1st & 3rd TuesdayFidelity #339 5625 NW Hutson Rd Farley 64151 1st WednesdayGower #397 PO Box 406 Grower 64454 3rd ThursdayGrand River #276 1905 E 281 street Cleveland 64734 2nd MondayGranite Lodge 272 601 W Broadway Sedalia 65301 3rd Tuesday 7pm Hale City #216 18988 Hwy E Carrollton 64633 1st & 3rd MondayHarry S Truman #1941 5100 Ararat Drive Kansas City 64129 4th TuesdayHigbee #527 Division St. Higbee 65257 2nd & 4th ThursdaysHigginsville #364 701 W. 22nd St. Higginsville 64037 2nd & 4th MondayHolden #262 1192 S.W Hwy 58 Holden 64040 1st & 3rd Thursday Huntsville #30 110 N. Main St. Huntsville 65270 1st & 3rd TuesdayIndependence #76 120 S Pleasant Independence 64050 2nd & 4th MondayIndex #54 709 Old Hwy 7 Garden City 64747 4th MondayIvanhoe #446 8640 Holmes Rd. Kansas City 64131 1st & 3rd ThursdayJackson #82 300 State St. Linneus 64653 2nd & 4th MondayJewel #480 1480 Broadway Pleasant Hill 64080 2nd TuesdayKansas City #220 1330 E Linwood Ave. Kansas City 64109 2nd & 4th TuesdayKearney #311 420 N. Pennsylvania Lawson 64062 2nd & 4th ThursdayKnob Noster #245 1124 N.E. 75 Knob Noster 65336 2nd & 4th ThursdayLa Plata #237 P.O Box 84 La Plata 63549 1st & 3rd Thursday Lathrop #506 Box 379 Lathrop 64465 1st TuesdayLexington #149 126 1/2 N 11th St Lexington 64067 3rd TuesdayLiberty #31 10 E Franklin Liberty 64068 2nd & 4th MondayMarceline #481 201 Main St. Marceline 64658 1st & 3rd Thursdays Mc Donald #324 120 S Pleasant Independence 64050 1st & 3rd MondayMilton #151 Hwy 63/24 Milton 65270 2nd & 4th Friday Moberly #344 401 W. Rollins Moberly 65270 2nd & 4th MondayMount Hope #476 6898 N 131 Hwy Odessa 64076 1st & 3rd ThursdayMt Washington #614 9515 E. Independence Ave Independence 64053 2nd & 4th FridayPlatte City #504 100 Main St. Farley 64028 2nd MondayPlattsburg #113 109 1/2 Locust Plattsburg 64477 1st ThursdayRay #223 205 W. Main St Camden 64017 1st & 3rd ThursdayRaytown #391 6309 Overton Raytown 64133 1st & 3rd ThursdayRichmond #57 315 Clark St. Richmond 64085 3rd MondayRising Sun #13 2000 NW Barry Rd Kansas City 64154 1st SaturdayShawnee #653 425 Benton St. Warsaw 65355 2nd & 4th TuesdaySheffield #625 3220 South Overton Ave Independence 64052 2nd ThursdaySummit #263 2409 S. M-291 Hwy Lees Summit 64064 1st & 3rd TuesdaySwope Park #617 8521 Oldham Rd Kansas City 64138 2nd & 4th ThursdayTemperance #438 119-A N. Bridge St. Smithville 64089 1st & 3rd WednesdayTemple Gate #299 903 Harrison St Kansas City 64106 1st 3rd TuesdayTrilumina #205 18 E Morrow Marshall 65340 1st ThursdayVincil #62 911 N. Ashland Cameron 64429 1st & 3rd MondayWakanda #52 14 N Main Carrollton 64663 2nd & 4th ThursdayWallace #456 Herndon St. and Gladstone Ave. Bunceton 65237 2nd & 4th WednesdayWarren #74 300 W. Bridge St. Keytesville 65261 2nd & 4th ThursdayWaverly #61 108 E Kelling Ave. Waverly, 64096 2nd TuesdayWeston #53 507 Main St. Weston 64098 1st & 3rd ThursdayWindsor #29 107 Commercial St. Windsor 65360 1st & 3rd Tuesday

Needle GuildBY JERRI DOWDY

In February every year Needle Guild celebrates Founder’s Day. The “Ararat Shrine Sewing Circle” was organized in February 1937 by the Potentate’s Lady, Mrs. Herb “Babe” Ford. Each lady donated $1 and Mrs. Ford donated 5 second-hand sewing machines. They met

at 11th and Central on the second and fourth Tuesdays. In 1942 and 1943, the ladies volun-teered to sew for the Red Cross in addition to sewing for the Shrine.

The name was changed to Ararat Shrine Needle Guild in 1947. Potentate Chet Hayes also presented the Needle Guild a gold and black plaque with the new name and Shrine em-blem.

Needle Guild has depended on donations, both monetary and material through the years to continue to provide the hospitals with the items requested. If you are cleaning out your sewing room, we will be glad to take any fabric etc. that you don’t want any more. We pro-vide the hospitals with quilts, pillows, tote bags, toy bags, We also sew IV gowns, shorts, tops, sweat suits, pants and shirts of all sizes from 4 to Adult, and surgical hats for the pa-tients. We try to make everything in bright, happy colors to brighten the day of the children

Needle Guild meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month (except July, Aug. & Dec.) from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in Bennett Auditorium. For more information call presi-dent, Jerri Dowdy at 816-941-0620.

Pipes and Drums NewsBY BILL WARREN

Your Ararat Shrine Pipes and Drums are hard at work preparing for a coming year. First, we are making preparations to present the legendary Highlander degree to Nobles from all over the region. That will happen February 2nd here at the Temple. We are also deep into prepa-

ration for the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day season that is the heart of our fundraising for the year. It is a well-known fact that this time is a true rolling party for several weekends. We are always look-ing for new members and think this is a great time for you and your lady to come out and share in the fun. When you get a taste of the adventures we enjoy, you will want to be a part of the unit. We also have a tour that we do around the area that will take us to many places where we play, laugh and share the message of Shrinedom. This tour happens after the St. Patrick’s festivities. We are active year around and truly enjoy the time we spend together. If you have ANY thoughts of look-ing for fun and meaningful work with the men of Ararat, we look forward to seeing you! Reach out to any member of Pipes and Drums for times and schedules. Look in your calendar book for contact information.


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Wilma FlansburgIn Memory of Bill Frazier

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Sonny & Toni WisemanJean StonnerRonald Alm

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In Memory of Glenn E. MerrittIn Memory of Bill Monroe

William & Lora PadleyDouglas Robins

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Roy & Janice CaryNick Castagno

In Memory of Billy Joe HamptonMarshall Welch

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K.C. ProAdvisorIn Memory of Frank StonnerWayne & Lorraine Spencer

Frankie L. WhittallLawrence R. Lyons

Bill Dietz

In Memory of Donna MahinIn memory of my Father in law, H. George

Eichenberger Sr. and Brother in law, H. George Eichenberger Jr.

In memory of Ill. Sir Don HartstackIn memory of Bill Kosloski

Kenney L. SchmitzIn memory of Jerrel “Jerry” Carpenter P.P.

In memory of Arch and Cecil WitteIn memory of “Flying Fez”

Ross BroderickIn Memory of H. George Eichenberger Sr.

H. George Eichenberger Jr. Vern Hilliard

Gil Head In Memory of Dorothy Head In Memory of Dorothy Head

C.Florene Adams and Virginian McPeekIn Memory of Don Ward

In Memory of Noble Richard Lee Burgen In Memory of Noble Earl Earls

In Memory of Noble Wayne RuckerIn Memory of Donna Mahin

In Memory of Claton C. Viebrock In Memory of Bill Mccaslin

In Memory of Harry C. Marshall In Honor of our Grandchildren from Dick and

Lucy Daily In Memory of Donna Mahin George & Virginia Newton

In Memory of Noble Ray OliverJean Stonner

In Memory of Donna MahinLucy & Dick Daily in Memory of Loved ones

In Memory of Walt Whitney

Vernon Hilliard In Memory of Donna Mahin

Kenney L. SchmitzWilliam K. Dietz

In Memory of Ill. Sir Don HartstackIn Memory of Noble Ray Oliver

In Memory of Lady Donna MahinIn Memory Of Howard Silvers Ararat Shrine Bowling Club

In Memory of H. George Eichenberger Sr. and H. George Eichenberger Jr.

In Memory of Dale E. Adams Lyle Mahin

In Memory of Donna MahinDoe Frazier

In Memory of Ed Frazier William Warren

Lyle Mahin Daniel Mull

Ararat Shrine Sand BuggiesArarat Shrine Pipes and Drums

In Memory of Charles Salyer Barry L. Bausenbach

In Memory of Donna MahinIn Memory of Walton C. Whitney

In Memory of Goldie FaughtIn Memory of Ann Hatfield

Ray L. WilliamsIn Memory of Pauline (Polly) Castagno

Herb Gronemeyer In Memory of Dale E. Adams

Barry BausenbachIn Memory of Neil B. ClarkDonald & Marjorie Hammill

In Memory of Clifford L. Monroe Carolyn C. Hodle

In Memory of George C. HodleGary Cordell

In Memory of Bob Vandiver In Memory of Donald H. RollIn Memory of Van Lee Davis

In Memory of William C. MonroeIn Memory of Dave PoteetCharles & Vivian McArthur

In Memory of Maurice H. Moeller Doug Robins

In Memory of Don BorlandIn Memory of Leland C. Bowen

In Memory of Kenneth VogtLillie Hatten

In Memory of Dr. R.G. “Doc” Hatten Doe Frazier

V. Clay GomelIn Memory of Rosemary Gomel

Thomas R. Hatfield In Memory of Albert B. Lewis

Ryland R. FosterIn Memory of Dick Mansfield

In Memory of Charles “Tiger” DennisIn Memory of Tom Burke

In Memory of Tom ChristainIn Memory of Paul R. Hobson

Stuart HunterIn Memory of Larry Adolphsen Sr.

In Memory of Robert FairlieIn Memory of Burcham B. Hopkins

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NAME ................................BIRTHDAYGEORGE R FARROW .............. 1-FebHARRY M WOOLDRIDGE ........ 1-FebALLEN GOODWIN .................... 1-FebCURTIS RAY KARNES ............. 1-FebDONALD D QUARLES .............. 2-FebROBERT J KARBINAS .............. 2-FebSTANLEY J ANDREWS ............ 2-FebDAVID L WAYMAN .................... 2-FebCHUCK ZUVERS ...................... 2-FebMATTHEW T MUTZ ................... 2-FebLAWRENCE F GRESHAM ........ 3-FebLLOYD L MARTIN ..................... 3-FebLOWELL D DAVIS ..................... 3-FebLONNIE C TUCKER .................. 3-FebRON L HINKLE .......................... 3-FebJESSE WM PAGE ..................... 3-FebJOSEPH W WILLIAMS .............. 3-FebJACK R GREENWELL .............. 4-FebKYLE L LAKE ............................ 4-FebJAMES D LAWRENCE .............. 4-FebRALPH P LARRISON JR .......... 4-FebNORMAN E PATRICK ............... 5-FebFORREST H TOWNLEY ........... 5-FebQUENTIN D BOURKLAND ....... 5-FebCLARENCE E LAWSON ........... 5-FebMAYNARD R REEVES .............. 5-FebDWIGHT E DIEHL ..................... 5-FebRUSSELL E FISHER ................. 5-FebTERRY A MILNER ..................... 5-FebJ D SCHLOBOHM ..................... 6-Feb

LEE A PAGE .............................. 6-FebDONALD L THOMSEN .............. 6-FebNORMAN E BOWMAN .............. 6-FebBRUCE H MCKEON .................. 6-FebMAURICE H CAMERLYNCK P.P. . 6-FebDONALD COMBS ..................... 7-FebCHARLES C BAILE ................... 7-FebBRUCE C JACKSON ................ 7-FebDAVID A TOPPING .................... 7-FebSTEVEN D GERCONE ............. 7-FebFRED M HARLE P.P. ................. 8-FebLANDON SCHMIDT .................. 8-FebROBERT W SPENCE ............... 8-FebROBERT F NEUENSCHWANDER ... 8-FebPAUL C FAUCHER .................... 8-FebKENNITH C MILTON JR. .......... 8-FebVENTON D GOODNIGHT ......... 9-FebGEORGE W CAMPBELL .......... 9-FebWILLIAM E HALL ...................... 9-FebMICHAEL G INGRAM ............... 9-FebROY E WASHAM .................... 10-FebCHARLES E TETER ................11-FebROBERT L COLEMAN .............11-FebWILLIAM E STRATTON III .......11-FebCHARLES WILLIAM WACKERLY ..11-FebFRED R BUNCH ......................11-FebJEFFERY L ROBERTS ............11-FebJAMES R THOMSON .............. 12-FebOSCAR R BARKHURST ......... 13-FebGEORGE E MARSDEN .......... 13-FebRICHARD L HODGES ............. 13-Feb

BENNY J HOKE ...................... 13-FebSTEVEN W BITTIKER ............. 13-FebWILLIAM A PIERCE JR ........... 13-FebKEITH E STONEKING ............ 13-FebMICHAEL W GRAFF ............... 13-FebBARRY O HORD ..................... 13-FebBLANTON T HAMMOND ......... 14-Feb

DONALD E ANDERSON ......... 14-FebGARRY L BELT ....................... 14-FebRICHARD A HANNER ............. 15-FebMELVIN G SNYDER ................ 15-FebJAMES E GUILLAUME ........... 15-FebPAUL E LAWRENCE ............... 15-FebJOHN L WHITE ....................... 16-FebTIMOTHY E SHROUT ............. 16-Feb

BRUCE A COHOON ................ 17-FebEARL J RICHARDSON ........... 18-FebWILLIAM F TOOPS ................. 18-FebDAVID W WIEDEMAN ............. 18-FebMELVIN E CASTEEL ............... 18-FebPAUL L MURPHY .................... 18-FebCHRISTOPHER E SKIDMORE 18-FebOLIVER E SCRIVENER .......... 19-FebDON E WOODWARD .............. 19-FebFRED L WHITE JR. ................. 19-FebROBERT L CASS .................... 19-FebBRADLEY S DAVIS ................. 19-FebLONNIE A MARTIN ................. 19-FebA. OVERTON DURRETT ....... 20-FebDAVID L HUTCHESON ........... 20-FebTOMMY L RYMER .................. 20-FebCARL E IRELAND ................... 20-FebCLARENCE E BIRK ................ 20-FebJOHN W BRESSMAN ............. 20-FebCHARLES A EDDY P.P. ........... 20-FebCHARLES R WHITE ............... 20-FebROBERT R HILLIARD ............. 20-FebROBERT EMMET BARKER .... 21-FebJAMES R OWEN ..................... 21-FebGERALD E ALLEN .................. 21-FebRICHARD A HUGHES JR ....... 21-FebROLF D SNYDER ................... 21-FebGEORGE G FAIRFAX ............. 22-FebGAREY M REEVES ................ 22-FebWILLIAM H DEMENT .............. 22-FebRON E MILLER ....................... 22-Feb

MICHAEL H FISCHER ............ 22-FebDAVID R LEIGHR .................... 22-FebCHARLES F BEDFORD .......... 23-FebCRAIG L FREERKSEN ........... 23-FebWAYNE E KING ....................... 23-FebBERNIE D SIMMONS ............. 23-FebJAMES G WILLIAMS............... 23-FebBOBBY GENE WARDEN ........ 23-FebROBERT A REAGAN .............. 24-FebJEROLD B SHAPIRO .............. 24-FebREIGGE L CROSE .................. 24-FebDOUGLAS G SHOEMAKER ... 24-FebJAMES E LOTSPEICH ............ 25-FebRICHARD D SMITH ................ 25-FebMICHAEL L HOLLAN .............. 25-FebROBERT C TURNER .............. 25-FebBILL SPOTTS .......................... 26-FebROGER R POWELL ................ 26-FebPAUL A SHORES .................... 26-FebJAMES R GASAL .................... 27-FebJOHN W SAUL SR. ................. 27-FebRICHARD L STRAW ............... 27-FebTHOMAS A WALDEN JR ........ 27-FebWILLIAM M SEIBOLT .............. 27-FebWILLIAM J MILLER ................. 27-FebCHRISTOPHER D CREASON . 27-FebMARCUS J MAGEE ................ 28-FebMICHAEL E WHEELER .......... 28-FebJAMES L JACKSON JR .......... 28-FebLARRY G FOSTER ................. Feb-29TOMMY L BEARD ................... Feb-29


ENTRY FORM TOURNAMENT RULES

32nd ANNIVERSARY Taking children to the circus for over 75 years

The following rules for the tournament will be interpreted by the Tournament Committee and all decisions will be final. All boats will be inspected. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited during tournament hours. Liability Insurance: All boats are required to provide proof of current watercraft liability insurance. Boats & Motors: All boats must be 15 feet or longer with a 15 hp motor or larger. Aerated live wells are mandatory. No boats will be trailered during Tournament hours. Kill switch is mandatory. Eligibility: Appropriate fees and all contestants must be 16 years of age or older unless accompanied by a parent/guardian. Safety & Sportsmanship: Fishing practices and safe boating must be observed at all times. Life jackets must be worn during take off and any time the main motor is in operation. State Regulations are enforced. Live Baits are Prohibited Fishing Locations: you may fish anywhere on the tournament lake EXCEPT within 50 yards of another contestants boat, weigh-in area, all commercial docks or behind Buoy Markers. Boat Identification: Entry number must be openly displayed at all times during the tournament. Scoring: Largemouth Bass, Spotted Bass & Smallmouth Bass will be counted. Total weight per team will determine placing. Any Bass under 15” presented for weight will cause 2 lbs. to be subtracted from the total stringer weight plus the loss of short fish. Five fish per team limit. Any frozen or iced fish presented for weigh-in will result in automatic disqualification. Contestants must be in sight of their partners during tournament hours and until they have weighed-in. Measurement by Golden Rule. Alabama Riggin: Use Not Allowed Polygraph Test: Polygraph test may be given at random at the discretion of the tournament directors. Both 1st and 2nd Place winners will be required to take polygraph. Dead Fish Penalty: Every dead fish presented at weigh-in will result in a 1-lb. penalty, including Big Bass. Posted weight will include dead fish penalty deduction. Protests: Protests must be filed in writing and signed with in 15 minutes after the total weigh –in closes each day. Late Penalty: Any boat checking in late will lose 1 lb. per minute up to 10 minute, then disqualified for that day. Ties: In the case of a tie, the winner will be the team with the Most Bass: if both teams have the same number of Bass, the winner will then be determined by the Heaviest Bass, if the Bass weight is equal then the winner will be determined by who was the earliest to weigh in.

The Tournament Director reserves the right to refuse or reject tournament applications or participants

Tournament Director

Jack Everly, Tournament Director 500 Ash Street Lathrop, MO. 64465

Email: [email protected] Cell: (816) 217-7292

Payments are not deducted as charitable contributions

The proceeds from this event are used for the benefit of children who we take to the Shrine Circus. The idea of a special free Shrine Circus performance for school children was conceived by members of the Mounted Guard several years ago. They had presented their precision drill as a part of the county fair program and they noticed how very much the kids enjoyed the entertain-ment. The thought came to them that the kids would really go for a circus. As a result , this special circus performance became a reality. During the years the attendance has grown to approximately 10,000 kids. We know that the kids have fun at the performances and we know that they enjoy every minute of it.

PAY BACK (Based on 300 Boats)

1. Nitro Z-18 Boat, fully rigged 16. $400 2. 2 Arctic Cat 4 Wheelers 17. $300 3. $2,500 18 $300 4. $1,750 19 $300 5. $1,300 20 $300 6. $1,000 21 $200 7. $750 22 $200 8. $700 23 $200 9. $550 24 $200 10. $500 25 $200 11. $450 26 $200 12. $400 27 $200 13. $400 28 $200 14. $400 29 $200 15. $400 30 $200

BOAT NUMBER _____________Year: 2019

ENTRY FEE: $240.00 PER BOAT A $50.00 deposit holds position for both days.

Tournament fees will be refunded upon request up to 5 days prior to the tournament date. No show entries are automatically forfeited.

Payments are not deducted as charitable contributions Make Checks Payable to: Ararat Mounted Guard

( sorry no credit cards accepted) BOATER: Name: ___________________________________________ Address: __________________________________________ City:_____________________State:_____ Zip: __________ Phone: ___________________________________________ Email: ___________________________________________ Buddy: Name: ___________________________________________ Address: __________________________________________ City:_____________________State:_____ Zip: __________ Phone: ___________________________________________ Email: ___________________________________________ I hereby apply to enter the Ararat Mounted Guard Buddy Bass Classic Tournament. I have read and understand the rules and waive the release of all tournament officials, contestants, Host, Sponsors, Contributors, Ararat Shrine and the Ararat Mounted Guard for all civil and claims of injury and/or damages that may occur in connection with the tournament. Boater: X____________________________________ Buddy:X_____________________________________

**One Boater is required to attend Registration**

Mail Entry Form & Fees to: Jack Everly, Tournament Director

500 Ash Street Lathrop, MO. 64465

Amount Paid $_____________ Date: ___________

Cash ________ Check # _______________ Balance Due: ______________ Date: ___________

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ORIENTAL BANDBy Dave Wilbanks, Scribe

Well, here we are in the month of May, which meansthe parade season has started. Hope that everyone hada good time at Missouri City and Richmond.

Let’s go back a couple of months for a minute. InMarch, Noble Art Kinder brought his grandson to O.B.rehearsal. We all got to meet him and made him welcome.He really seemed to enjoy watching his granddad play,however I think that might have made Art a little nervous.Art had said before we got started that his grandsonwas here visiting from Canada. It seemed to me that wemight have a future Master Mason in the works.

On a sad note, that month we also lost our last char-ter member of the O.B., Noble Loren Lundy. Hepassed away at the young age of 100, a milestonewhich he turned last August. All our prayers and goodwishes go out to the rest of his family. He was oneNoble that stood out above the rest in every way possible.He is truly missed.

Next we have a little bit about the O.B. SpringDance. It may not have been the best turnout we haveever had, but President Waco still did an outstandingjob. He made sure that those who did make it reallyhad a good time; so, “Hats off and job well done,” toour President. And let’s not forget our ladies for having the Silent Action in the back of Bennett; “A

GREATBIG THANK YOU,” from President Wacoand the rest of us as well.

Now how about the month of April? Hmmmm, let’ssee! It was reported that our President Waco, who alsoplays the bass drum, is very versatile. He can scratchhis back with one hand and continue to play well withthe other. Who knew?

On another note, the O.B. would like to welcomeback Noble Don Lanning. He took a trip to Englandfor a little while but had to come back because he didnot have a visa to be able to stay longer. He said that hewas having a great time over there with his wife, andgot to go and see his son as well. So all in all the tripmay have been short but the time was well spent.

Just to touch a little bit on the Swap Meet, the O.B.had a pretty good turnout to help in all areas from thepop wagon to picking up trash. President Waco wouldjust like to say, “THANKS GUYS.” He couldn't havedone it without us. Saturday was the best day. It wascrowded but we all managed to make it through.Sunday was not as busy, but still a pretty good turnout.So from the nobles of the Oriental Band to all of thenobles that were able to make it, GREATJOB! Hopeto see you in the fall for the next one.

Til then, be safe.


ARARAT’S OWN COUNTRY CLASSICS By Jeff Davis, Scribe

There’s an old Vince Gill song titled, “Look at Us.”I think that fits as a pretty good theme for this month.“LOOK AT US”!!!!!! We’re going to be very busy allaround the jurisdiction.

First, we will be playing at the Abdallah Shrine’sRodeo Kick-off Party on May 1. This is a great party andthey have a wonderful time and have been very good tous as a band. We enjoy playing for them every year.

We will be at Ararat on the 15th playing for the

Ceremonial. This is a fundraiser for the Temple socome on out, enjoy some good music and help theTemple with your donations.

And, of course, we love playing at the WarsawShrine Club’s pre parade party on June 4th. We have asmuch fun as they do and really enjoy playing for all ofthe Ladies and Nobles.

That should bring things up to date. Til nextmonth……..

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Well, here we are in the month of May, which means

the parade season has started. Hope that everyone had

a good time at Missouri City and Richmond.

Let’s go back a couple of months for a minute. In

March, Noble Art Kinder brought his grandson to O.B.

rehearsal. We all got to meet him and made him welcome.

He really seemed to enjoy watching his granddad play,

however I think that might have made Art a little nervous.

Art had said before we got started that his grandson

was here visiting from Canada. It seemed to me that we

might have a future Master Mason in the works.

On a sad note, that month we also lost our last char-

ter member of the O.B., Noble Loren Lundy. He

passed away at the young age of 100, a milestone

which he turned last August. All our prayers and good

wishes go out to the rest of his family. He was one

Noble that stood out above the rest in every way possible.

He is truly missed.Next we have a little bit about the O.B. Spring

Dance. It may not have been the best turnout we have

ever had, but President Waco still did an outstanding

job. He made sure that those who did make it really

had a good time; so, “Hats off and job well done,” to

our President. And let’s not forget our ladies for

having the Silent Action in the back of Bennett; “A

GREATBIG THANK YOU,” from President Waco

and the rest of us as well.

Now how about the month of April? Hmmmm, let’s

see! It was reported that our President Waco, who also

plays the bass drum, is very versatile. He can scratch

his back with one hand and continue to play well with

the other. Who knew?

On another note, the O.B. would like to welcome

back Noble Don Lanning. He took a trip to England

for a little while but had to come back because he did

not have a visa to be able to stay longer. He said that he

was having a great time over there with his wife, and

got to go and see his son as well. So all in all the trip

may have been short but the time was well spent.

Just to touch a little bit on the Swap Meet, the O.B.

had a pretty good turnout to help in all areas from the

pop wagon to picking up trash. President Waco would

just like to say, “THANKS GUYS.” He couldn't have

done it without us. Saturday was the best day. It was

crowded but we all managed to make it through.

Sunday was not as busy, but still a pretty good turnout.

So from the nobles of the Oriental Band to all of the

nobles that were able to make it, GREATJOB! Hope

to see you in the fall for the next one.

Til then, be safe.



There’s an old Vince Gill song titled, “Look at Us.”

I think that fits as a pretty good theme for this month.

“LOOK AT US”!!!!!! We’re going to be very busy all

around the jurisdiction.

First, we will be playing at the Abdallah Shrine’s

Rodeo Kick-off Party on May 1. This is a great party and

they have a wonderful time and have been very good to

us as a band. We enjoy playing for them every year.


Ceremonial. This is a fundraiser for the Temple so

come on out, enjoy some good music and help the

Temple with your donations.

And, of course, we love playing at the Warsaw

Shrine Club’s pre parade party on June 4th. We have as

much fun as they do and really enjoy playing for all of

the Ladies and Nobles.

That should bring things up to date. Til next

month……..

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SEDALIA SHRINE CLUB By Ron Hinkle, Scribe

Greetings and good tidings to all of ourLadies and Nobles. We hope our articlefinds you all in good spirits. Spring seemsto always bring on a renewed vigor for thecoming year . If you find yourself over-whelmed with all this renewed vigor andspirit we have just the place to channel it.The Sedalia Shrine Club can use your sparetime. Come in and put your talents andenergies to good use. We need you!

Our golfing public is taking off and noneto soon for all of us. Our course is a beau-tiful green and the guys are doing a goodjob in keeping it playable. Come out andenjoy it.

If you have a spare morning till noon, wehave a place for you in our Pro Shop. Itonly involves using a cash register andgreeting our players and meeting their golf-ing needs. If you have no experience we’llshow you. It’s easy and you’ll be doingyour club a large favor. Everything helps usto be able to help our special children.

In April our membership had a wonder-ful evening of dance, and being entertainedby the sounds of Cedar Creek. If youmissed it, you missed out on an evening of“Fun.” Come in and check out the bulletinboards and calendars for upcoming events.

Have fun and be a part of your club.Bingo is still a little slow, and the econo-

my doesn’ t help. It’s still floating andrequires the same amount of volunteerism.If you have time to spare on Mondayevenings from 6:00 pm till --- contact ourBingo Chairman, Ron Bush, or if you canhelp in the kitchen on Monday evenings,contact Don Timbers or Shirley Wiley. Wewould like to take this time to thank all ofour Bingo volunteers. You are a Godsend.

The Fun-Kor is selling chances in a rafflefor a new pistol. It’s a fundraiser for theFun-Kor so get your tickets before May15th. Larry Foster, Director, reminds allFun-Kor members that 2010 dues were dueApril 1st. Be sure to attend Fun-Kor meet-ings to be aware of upcoming parades andparade line-up times.

Our Ladies are still having game nightsso come in and play and have a good time.All proceeds go to our hospitals. Come inand check time and dates posted on bulletinboards.

We’ve lost another Noble this pastmonth. When you hit your knees keep thefamily of Jim Treece in your prayers, aswell as all of our sick and disabled. Pray forall in service to this great country.


MAY CALENDAR Mondays. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bingo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30 pm till -- Tuesday – Sunday. . . . . . . . . Bar Open. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3:00 pm till -- May 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Club Breakfast . . . . . . . 7:30 am -10:00 am May 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fun Kor Meeting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30 pmMay 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ladies Meeting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30 pmMay 26. . . . . . . . . . Board of Director’s Meeting. . . . . . . . . . . 7:00 pmMay 26. . . . . . . . . General Membership Meeting. . . . . . . . . . 7:30 pm

RAKLA SHRINE CLUBBy Ernie Taylor, Scribe

We finally had great weather for ourmeeting in April: no rain, no snow, no 20degrees and windy! Not that the weatherhad ever discouraged our members. Wehad the same great turnout, be the weath-er good or not so good!

Dignitaries attending this month wereLiaison Officer Dave Bushakra and LadyMolly, and Ambassador Curt Karnes andLady Sue. These two couples truly repre-sent good works and good fellowship forthe Shrine and we look forward eachmonth to seeing them.

We were happy to welcome back Daveand Nora Hutchison. They brought backa “truckload” of fish and invited us to theirhomefor the June meeting and a fish fry!

Dave, incidentally, won the 50/50 draw-ing, but that was in no way connected tothe invitation. We would never use anysort of bribery to get Dave and Nora to fixfish for us!

Our guest speaker was Sally Nance,Administrator for the Excelsior SpringsHospital. She gave us a brief history onthe hospital and all the improvementsthey have made, and the new independentliving center completed recently.

Our May meeting will be held again atCatricks Café in Lawson. Tell yourMasonic friends what fun and fellowshipwe have, and bring someone with you tothe next meeting.

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1984 to 2018Celebrating Our 34th Anniversary

Ladies Oriental Shrine of North AmericaTarrara Court #83

The Ladies of Tarrara Court would like to congratulate Illustrious Sir Henry McDaniel on completing his year as potentate of Ararat Shrine. We wish to extend our assistance to Il-lustrious Sir Butch Pugh, his Divan, and their and our ladies as they embark on what we can

only hope will be a fun and successful 2019. Our Ladies will be holding elections in the month of February. So save the date for our installation of Officers, which will be at Ararat Shrine Center on April 13th at 2pm with pictures at 1pm.

With the Chiefs win in their division our Ladies and some of our nobles or as we lovingly re-fer to them as our “trailers”, assistance we have been able to add to our fundraising activities with 2 additional events. The Ladies of Tarrara Court and their nobles should all be commended on a job well done with those who worked and those who cheered us on we were able to complete another Chiefs Season. Below are pictures of the Ladies and Nobles who worked the last home game of the season, we have many more in our crew this past year.

Some future dates to re-member are the 30th of March for the Skinny Mini Unit of Tarrara Court’s Dance and the 13 of April is our installation of officers at 2 pm. We would love to see you at these events. If you’re interested in join-ing the Ladies Shrine of North America please contact Lady Dori Semler HP or any of our other ladies or by emailing us at [email protected] – This year Tarrara Court Ladies will be attending our Grand Council Session in May in Richmond Virginia, some will be attending Imperial in Nashville with our nobles and heading to Wichita in October for our Unit Meet, Come join us and be a part of the fun and fellowship.

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