february camels` tales

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Volume 74, Issue 2 • St. Louis, MO
February 2014
Stated meeting
Ladies Welcome
...February 19
Potentate's
Presentation Ball
Clowns
Variety Show
...March 1
Spring Ceremonial
honoring MWB Jon Broyles
...April 12
Ireland Trip
Presentation
(in the Ballroom)
Circus
Kick off
& Parade
...March 8
1
Moolah
Shrine
Circus
8 Performances
...March 20-23
February
2014 Hospitals for Children
Dedicated to Helping
Shriners
John A. Cinotto
Imperial Potentate
2013-2014
2014 Elected Divan &
Board Of Directors
2014 Appointed Divan
Dennis Kelley.....................................Potentate
David Dieckhaus........................Chief Rabban
Victor Dane, Jr. ............................Asst. Rabban
Leonard Martin, Jr. ....High Priest & Prophet
Richard Weber..................................Treasurer
David Jacobi, Sr. ................................Recorder
Dean Isbell...............................Oriental Guide
Representatives to
Imperial Council
Dennis Kelley David Dieckhaus
Victor Dane, Jr.
Lenny Martin
Representatives to Central
States Shrine Association
Dennis Kelley
David Dieckhaus
Lenny Martin
Victor Dane, Jr.
Gale Bennington, P.P. ................President
James W. Smith, P.P. ..................Ad Vitam
Moolah Temple Association
Randall I. Ottinger, P.P...............President
Living Past Potentates
James W. Smith................................................. 1983
George E. Stephenson.....................................1984
Richard H. Haag............................................... 1988
Kenneth E. Myles............................................. 1992
Randall I. Ottinger............................................ 1993
Lawrence D. Jones............................................1994
Douglas E. Maxwell......................................... 1996
Stephen F. Pieper..............................................1997
Ronald P. Krueger............................................1999
Barry R. Todd................................................... 2000
Ronald D. Woods.............................................2001
H.H. “Bud” White............................................ 2002
Albert Faulstich.................................................2003
Gale F. Bennington........................................... 2004
John G. Smith.....................................................2005
Merle R. Truckenmiller..................................2006
Lester "Al" Greene............................................2007
Edward J. Kellogg, III...................................... 2008
Frank "Pancho" Windler......................... 2009
William I. Drake.........................................2010
James C. Brandenburg..............................2011
Andrew Metzger ......................................2012
Patrick Hensley..........................................2013
Director General
Kenneth E. Myles, PP (1992)
Kyle McEvoy................... 1st Ceremonial Master
Don Taylor...................... 2nd Ceremonial Master
Ken Myles, PP............................................Director
Wayne Price................................................Marshal
D.L (Monty) Kennedy.......Shrine Club Marshal
Mitch Weinsting..................Shrine Club Marshal
Joe Shivley...........................Captain of the Guard
Russell Georgen................................Outer Guard
Potentate's Aides
Rich Viner
Robby Dirkers Wallace Bowman
David Brannon
Ryan Braun
Mark Davis
Michael Davis
Gary Fanger
Emil Fett
Douglas Gabel
Ryan Georgen
Brett Grimm
Harold Hargiss
DJ Hermen
Gary Holland
David Hope
Jason Johnston
Potentate's
Personal
Aides
Ernie Boulicault
Richard Braun
Dennis Burkholder
Jerry Gaddy
Ronald Geisler
Gale Going
Greg Heins
Kevin Heins
Adam Iwanow
Dennis Kelley, Jr.
Randy McDougal
Mark Rethemeyer
Richard Steed
Lloyd Wilkes
Fred Zurfluh
Chief Aide
Assistant Chief Aide
Michael Justvig
Dennis Martin
Richard Mayer
Eric McVicar
Jack Melton
Dale Nagel
James Naucke, Jr.
Richard Pollock
Michael Reese
Ronald Reynolds
William Ross
Ted Schamburg
Shaun Ruether
Casey Thompson
Bud Waters
Richard Watts
Shrine Club
Aides
A. Elmo Blum
Terry Bunting
Benjamin Dennison
Gregory Dortch
Dennis Eaton
Melvin Gordon
Robert Holscher
Eugene Hopwood
Scott Hunt
Allen James
Jack Kairy
Ronald McCoy
Robert Morgan
Verle Naughton
Michael O'Cheltree
Ron Pratt
Greggory Price
Paul Rose
Jimmie Sanders
Logan Santschi
Raymond Schulte
Michael Shulse
Rick Uebinger
Kevin Wooden
Carl Barthold............................................................Almoner
John Hewitt..................................Ambassador Chairman
Wayne Price...................Building Committee Chairman
Karl Erselius.............................................................Chaplain
Dennis Burkholder..................Donor Relations Chairman
Brainerd LaTourette...............................General Counsel
Joe Shivley........................................Insurance Committee
Al Earls.............................................License Plates Director
David Schmucker......Memorial Brick Walk Chairman
Richard Watts........................................... Co-Membership
Ed Fesenmeyer........................................ Co-Membership
Kenneth Myles, PP..................Shrine Club Coordinator
James Smith, PP................................. Co-Public Relations
Dennis Burkholder........................... Co-Public Relations
Jim Tracy..................................................Technical Advisor
Ronald Risher.........................Patient Referral Chairman
Todd Litzau...............................Clinic Referral Chairman
David Jacobi, Sr................Grand Lodge Representative
Don Baur...................................Camels' Tales Consultant
Moolah Shrine Circus
David Dieckhaus.................Circus Chairman
Fred Veinfurt.................................Circus Director
Wayne Price...............Parade Marshal Emeritus
Richard Sopp............Parade Marshal Emeritus
Jack Morrison............Parade Marshal Emeritus
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John Morrison, Jr.
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Shriners Hospital for Children
Moolah Appointed Positions
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February 2014
125th Moolah Shrine Potentate
Illustrious Sir Dennis E. Kelley
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ircus Circus Circus! Our biggest fraternal fund raiser is less than 2 months away. Billboards
are up, television ads are just starting, but our biggest and best kept secret is YOU!
You are the key to the success of our Circus.
Let’s give it your best shot to do more than you did last year. If you sold 1 book of tickets last
year, sell 2 books this year…the same with advertising. If you sold 2 ads last, year sell 3 this
year. The Circus committee has come up with a great new promotion this year- for every two
books of tickets you sell, and turn the money in by Feb 28th, your name will be put into a drawing for a $500.00 Cabela’s gift card.
Sell 10 books and turn in the money, 5 chances to win the gift card. The drawing will be Saturday night, March 22nd during Family
night under the Circus tent. Remember, every show is a children’s coupon show this year.
If you can’t tell by the little banners in the Camels’ Tales, “The Irish Are Coming” March 1, 2014. It promises to be a fun
filled evening with good food, good entertainment, and, best of all, good friends. Music by Fanfare, and a special Irish Dance
demonstration by the Clarkson School of Irish Dance. There will be free childcare available so come on out and be Irish for the night.
It’s truly a night for the wearing o’the Green, but we are asking for no denim or t-shirts.
The TCAA Mass meeting will be held March 26, 2014 in the Oasis. This is an open meeting and all nobles are encouraged to attend.
There will be NO Stated meeting in March due to the Circus
The April Shrine meeting is being dedicated to the DeMolay. I encourage everyone to come out and support our future. The DeMolay
will perform two short Ceremonies that night that is sure to impress all of us. Bring your ladies, your sons or grandsons and get ready
to catch the spirit of DeMolay. We will have a short business meeting first and then bring the ladies and kids upstairs. Since this is a
special program I am moving the Shrine meeting start time to 7 p.m.
Don’t forget the sign up for the Pigeon Forge trip May 8th-11th. A fun filled weekend with parades, pool parties, Shriners
Marketplace, Hillbilly degree, and last but not least the Kerbela Potentates Ball. I expect the bus to fill up early so don’t hesitate!
If you were unable to attend the Ireland trip presentation there is information available from the office. Just stop by, or call.
Remember, every member of Moolah is a member of our membership team. The Ceremonial on April 12th is in honor of Most
Worshipful Jon Broyles, Grand Master of Missouri. We need to fill the ballroom with new candidates! Talk to your Lodges, have a
note put in the lodge trestle board, spread the word. Let’s pull out all of the stops and make this the biggest ceremonial Moolah has
seen in the last 20 years.
Remember, we are:
“Shriners Making a Difference”
Yours in the Faith,
February 2014
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POTENTATE DENNIS KELLEY
AND
LADY KATHY
CORDIALLY INVTE YOU TO THE
POTENTATE’S
MARCH 1, 2014
PRESENTATION
IN THE
MOOLAH BALLROOM
SHAMROCKIN’
THE NIGHT AWAY
Social Hour
Free Child Care
5:30PM
Presentation of
Divan
6:30PM
Dinner
Live Music by
Fanfare
7:00PM
SAY GOODBYE
“KISS ME I’M IRISH” SHIRT AND
SERIOUSLY STYLIN’ GREEN WEAR!
TO YOUR
TO YOUR
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poTenTaTe ball When maKing your reServaTionS!
RSVP by February 14, 2014
I want to be IRISH for the day!
Please reserve________ tickets
Enclosed is __________ @ $40 per person
Name:____________________________
Address:__________________________
________________________________
Unit or Club______________________
Circle one: Check Visa MC Discover AmEX
Complete the following if using Credit Card
Lady or Guests name_________________
# of children requiring childcare_______
I would like to be seated with
____________________________
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Card Number_____________________________
Exp Date____________
Return to : Moolah Temple
12545 Fee Fee Road
Saint Louis, MO 63146
Includes Filet Mignon and Pork Tenderloin dinner with Open Bar.
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February 2014
Chaplain's Corner
These We Do Not Forget
"Es Selamu Aleikum"
By Karl Erselius
Do You Have A Cold?
I
t’s that time of year. Not only for cold weather, but for catching colds. Maybe
the flu, or just an old-fashioned head cold. Fortunately there are all types of
medications to treat these maladies. So we take them, rest up, drink all sorts of juice,
tea etc. We do those things to fight off that nasty ailment. That’s what we do if we
have a “cold in the head.” But what do we do if we have a cold in our heart? What’s
to do when your heart starts to drift away from God, and God doesn’t seem as real as
He used to? Maybe we’re not as excited or passionate about Him, and He seems so
far away. We don’t pray as often, nor do we seek the Lord like we used to. And our
hearts get cold. That can happen to anybody. God doesn’t want us to live with a cold
heart toward Him. Rather, He wants us to live on fire for Him.
The question is then, “What’s the cure when your heart gets cold toward God?” I
believe one place the answer is beautifully pictured is in Ruth, chapter three. The
main characters are Naomi, Ruth and Boaz. I recommend reading Ruth; it’s only five
chapters long. Ruth could be sub-titled “God’s Amazing Grace.” Naomi, having
faith in God, realized the opportunity God had provided for her and Ruth. Both
Naomi and Ruth had opened their hearts to God. Believing that God would give
them opportunity to better themselves in their situation; they were ready when the
obvious, God-given opportunity came. Boaz marries Ruth and thus continues the
Genealogy from Abraham, thru King David to Jesus. Ruth boldly took action. Herein
lies a good definition of faith – “Faith is action based on the certainty of what God
will do.” Hebrews 11:1 says “To have faith is to be sure of the things we hope for, to
be certain of the things we cannot see.” David’s Psalm 37 vs. 4. “Delight yourself in
the Lord and He shall give you the desires of your heart.”
God is speaking to us today about how He wants to improve our situation. May we
open our hearts and hear what He has to say. He is presenting us with opportunity
to better our life. Let us claim this God-given opportunity; respond with appropriate
action; and experience that which God has placed on our hearts come to pass.
We do not lose the ones we love
They only go before
Where there is everlasting life
Where sorrow is no more...
And there the soul will always live
And peace is everywhere.
We do not lose the ones we love
God takes them in His care.
December
2013
Alfred J. Busso
Ernest J. Caplinger
Thomas C. Haywood
Richard S. Hodel
Arthur Lander
David C. Ledford
Thomas E. Nichols
George A. Pappas
James A. Russell
Hartford C. Smith
February Shriner of the Month
Tony Leech
Larry D. Stringer
Larry N. Winfrey
ony Leech has been a member of Moolah for over 34 years.
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Within that short time has made the "Little Yellow Cars" and
well known name in St. Louis. Tony has been the Captain of the
Mini Patrol since 1994 and on an average appears in over 130
parades and events each year. Tony has been in approximately
1600 public appearances at parades and other events since
he joined the Shrine. Tony is a Past Master from Ferguson Berkeley Lodge #542 and has served on the Speakers Bureau,
Order of the Q and is a honorary member of Kerbela Shrine
Temple in Knoxville, TN.
Tony is always there to helping others and our Shriners
Hospitals for Children. If you ever call him, he will answer his
phone by saying "How Can I Serve You Better". With a humble
heart and his wonderful smile, Tony Leech always seems to be there rain or shine to help our
kids at Shriners Hospitals. It seems appropriate to have Tony as our Shriner of the month for
February since it's the month with hearts.
February 2014
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The Home Show is ...
THE place to see, learn about and buy the latest home products
and services from more than 500 companies in one day, in one place.
March 6‐9, 2014 • America’s Center
Fun Things to See and Do ...
What You Need to Know Before You Go ...
Admission & Hours
Search for landscaping
ideas and win a Belgard
outdoor fireplace
Tour a fabulous home with
rooms by interior designers
GeoComfort
Adults $10
Children 6‐12 $4
Children 5 & Under Free
Hours
Thursday, Friday &
Saturday ‐ 10 am ‐ 9 pm
Sunday ‐ 10 am ‐ 5 pm
Parking
See Ed Begley Jr., actor
and environmentalist
Appearing
Fri at 6:30 and
Sat at 11:30
Visit the JFK Experience,
a traveling museum with
350 items from his life
and presidency
Sponsored by WaterFurnace
March 6‐9, 2014 • America’s Center
$2 Off Thurs/Fri or $1 Off Sat/Sun
Bring this coupon to the Home Show Box Office to receive $2 off one
regular price adult admission on Thu, Mar 6 or Fri, Mar 7 or $1 off one
regular price adult admission on Sat, Mar 8 or Sun, Mar 9 (reg $10).
Limit one discounted ticket per coupon. Not to be combined with any
other discount or offer. Not for distribution at America’s Center.
COUPON CODE: SHRINERS
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$2 Off Thurs/Fri
or $1 Off Sat/Sun
with coupon
from Schnucks.
Seniors Half Price
Admission Thurs, March 6
ONLY. Sponsored by
Suburban Journals.
No coupon necessary.
Ride the FREE St. Louis
Post‐Dispatch Shuttle from
Arch/Landing parking lots.
5‐10 minute intervals.
$3‐$4 parking.
Home & Garden Show
February 2014
Adult Discounts
Produced by
Official Spa Company
Pre‐purchase tickets online to receive
$2 Off Adult Admission any show day!
and included is a full year’s
subscription (a value of $6) to
For tickets, coupons, information and a
complete list of things to see and do, visit
STLHomeShow.com
Smoky Mountain Fun Fest
Pigeon Forge, TN
May 8-11, 2014
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Shrine Ceremonial
Shrine Marketplace
Parade
Kerbela Shrine Potentate's Ball
Pool Party
Shriner Hospitality!
Call the office to reserve your spot!
314-878-6301
February 2014
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SHRINE
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he 72nd Moolah Shrine Circus is almost HERE! March 20th -23rd at the St. Charles Arena. Final preparations are being made as
you read this article. Please reserve the dates and support the Circus, it’s getting better every year with the help of all Nobles and
Ladies.
Don’t assume people know about our Circus, Spread the word and invite everyone.
ALL CIRCUS PERFORMANCES ARE CHILDREN COUPON FRIENDLY !
Sponsors are due in NOW! Any ads, banners, electronic ribbons, and monies should be in to expedite the Program Book, etc. Get
everything in ASAP. Any special situations for ads or sponsors give me a call. We will make it work – Keep selling !
There is a new incentive program for Ticket Book Sales. Everyone selling 2 Books of Tickets by the end of February will get their
name in a drawing for a $500 Gift Certificate to Cabella's. (Note: An entry for every 2 Books)
Each Book has 10 tickets at $15 per ticket.
All units should be registering their entries in the Parade on March 8th, 2014 and should also have their booths set up with Victor
Dane for the Circus Kick-Off immediately following the parade at the Moolah Shrine Center
Tent City is in good hands – Units need to have all their Tables, Chairs and Special needs reserved with the Tent Committee. Get
R Done, if you haven’t already. We will need help late Tuesday and Wednesday with the set up (Tables and Chairs, etc.) All units
should help with their areas !!
Please check in with your units or committees for your ticket distribution. All points for the Circus Hats, Jackets, etc. should go
through your units or committee person for proper recording. General Nobility can order ticket booklets from the office. Don’t forget
the Booster Sheets and Donations to the “Circus Angels”.
If you have any questions, suggestions, or comments that will help the success of the circus, send an email to Fred at homesbyfred@
hotmail.com. (314) 960-7787
Your ideas and suggestions are always welcome!
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February 2014
Price:
Logo:
$500.00 3 x 6
Reproductions from most camera ready copies as well as calling cards and
letterheads.
Lettering and art will be in full color.
Terms:
(A) 20% Due at signing
(B) Balance of payment no later than February 3, 2014.
(C) Fill out the contract below completely.
Once full payment is received, the Purchaser will receive 20 General Admission Tickets
to the 2014 Moolah Shrine Circus good for any performance. (a $300.00 value!)
BANNER LOCATION:
All banners will be on display at the St. Charles Family Arena for the duration of the
2014 Shrine Circus.
Payment to Monica at Moolah Shrine Center.
Artwork to [email protected] with Circus Banner & Name of Company in the subject.
Any questions call Monica at 314-878-6301 x100.
20% Due at signing
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Proceeds are for the benefit of Moolah Temple. Payments are not deductible as charitable contributions.
2014 Circus Sponsor Options
February 2014
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Spring Ceremonial
April 12, 2014
8:30 am - 3:30 pm
honoring
Noble Jon Broyles
Schedule For The Day
8:30 am
Candidates arrive & Register
9:30 amBus leaves for hospital tour
10:45 am
1st & 3rd Sections
12:00 pmLunch
1:15 pmUnit Performances
2:30 pm
2nd Section
3:30 pm
Unit Rooms Open
WB Jon Broyles
masonic career began with his initation in Adair Lodge
#366 in Kirksville, MO. Broyles has dual membership in
Rose Hill Lodge #55 (now Polar Star- Rose Hill #79) where
he served as Worshipful Master in 1996-1997. He is a 1982
graduate of Northeastern Missouri State University (B.S.
Mathmematics and Computer Science). MWB Broyles
became a member of Molia Temple in St. Joseph, MO in
1991, and became a member of Moolah Temple and the
Highlanders Pipes and Drum Unit in 2001. He served as
President of the unit in 2004. He has also served as a member
of the DeMolay Youth Committee. In September 2005, MWB
Broyles was appointed to the Grand Lodge advancing officer
line by MWB John Nations. Jon is married to Ann Spalding.
The have three daughters and three grandchildren.
The Broyles' currently resides in Kirksville, MO after living in
St. Louis for 18 years.
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Find your candidate NOW!
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February 2014
Meeting Schedules
Upcoming Stated Meetings
uNITS, cOMMITTEES AND SHRINE cLUBs
February 19
no stated meeting in march
Air Patrol
2nd Monday
Gateway 5002nd Tuesday
American Muscle
2nd & 4th Wednesday 6:30 Sheiks Club
GuidesLast Friday
Hospital Committee
3rd Wednesday
Unit Room
Antique Cars Arab Patrol
2nd Monday
Call for location
Legion of Honor
4th Tuesday
1st Monday
Motor Patrol
2nd Monday
Band Every Wednesday
Mounted Lancers
2nd Monday
Ranch
BBQ Smokin' Nobles
2nd Monday
Sheiks Club
Chanters1st Monday
Rehearsal every Pipes & Drums
2nd Monday
Provost Guard
2nd Monday
Reception Committee
2nd Wednesday
Clowns3rd Monday
Sound Unit 2nd Monday
Computer Club 2nd Monday 7:30
Stage Crew
1st Wednesday
Directors Staff
1st Monday
Swing Dance Unit 1st Monday 6:30
Drum Corps
2nd Monday
Rehearsals 1st, 3rd, 4th Monday
Unique Motors
2nd & 4th Monday
YOMO
2nd Wednesday
Cape SC
4th Friday 6:30 PM
Call for location
Capital SC
2nd Tuesday
6:30 PM
Capital SC
Little Dixie SC
4th Wednesday
6:30 PM
LD Shrine Park
Monday
Daniel Boone SC Last Thursday
6:30 PM
JJ's Restaurant
ECMO SC1st Friday
7:30 PM
ECMO SC
Four Rivers SC
2nd Monday
7:30 PM
Gray Summit
Joachim SC
2nd Monday
Call for location
MID-MO SC
2nd Wednesday
6:30 PM
Call for location
NEMO SC 3rd Thursday
6:00 PM
Call for location
Ozark SC
3rd Wednesday
6:00 PM
Shamrock Bar
SEMO SC1st Monday
6:00 PM
SEMO SC
Three Rivers SC
3rd Friday
6:30 PM
Three Rivers SC
Tiger SCLast Monday
Tiger SC
February 2014
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HOSPITAL PATIENT PARTY
entlemen, the Patient Party on Sunday December 22nd was an incredible event. We are all blessed with a desire to give back, and
as Shriners we do so. The 22nd was different, we got back much more than we gave. The success of the day was measured by the
smiles and thanks given us by all the patients, their brothers and sisters and parents. Incredible! We as Nobles should be proud of the
effort to enable the idea of a Patient Party to bare fruit. We want to thank each and everyone of you that came out to volunteer your
time on Sunday the 22nd, to make the first Shrine Patient Party the success that it was.
And a special thanks to our Ladies for supporting our mission.
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Here are couple messages from Parents:
I cannot even begin to express my gratitude for the wonderful event yesterday! My kids had so much fun! The most amazing thing was
when we went to the craft table to make the necklace and Olivia was stringing beads onto the necklace, which she never could have
done without the surgeries she has had at Shriners by Dr. Goldfarb! I of course started crying as I watched her pick up each bead
and add it to the necklace. I can never thank the Shriners for all the work they do to enable my kids to be able to do daily tasks most
people take for granted! And thank you for all the work you do! You are such an asset to the hospital!
Thank you!
Tess Tippetts
Thank you for the most amazing party ever! It was our daughter's first Christmas party since she generally does not tolerate large
groups and noise. She loved it! You guys are so generous!
And from a patient:
Nobles, Bravo, Bravo, Bravo!
God Bless and Happy New Year
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February 2014
CLUB CONNECTIONS
Daniel Boone Shrine Club
NEMO Shrine Club
Three Rivers Shrine Club
President: Mark Rethemeyer 314-605-7615
ur 65th Installation and presentation of By Joe Shivley
314-921-4873
officers was held on Saturday, January
Secretary: Robert Holscher 636-240-8552 5, 2014 at the Hannibal Inn and conference
llustrious Sir Dennis Kelley and members
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ime for Dinner!!! Bring your better half
and call it “Date Night”. Or you can
make up your own excuse! It really doesn’t
matter to us what excuse you use - we just
want you and your Lady to come and join
the fun and fellowship. Our next dinner
meeting is Thursday, February 27th at JJ’s
Restaurant in O’Fallon. We arrive around
6:00 for dinner, and order off the menu and
have separate checks. After dinner (around
7:30) the guys have a meeting and the ladies
play bunko.
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Whether you are a member of Daniel Boone,
or not -- we don’t really care. Our goal is for
you and your Lady to come out and join us
for a fun evening out. No one will pressure
you to join or pay dues, we just want you to
come out and give us a try. We’ll make sure
that you and your Lady are greeted when you
arrive and that you’ll always feel welcome.
If you want to join us for one of our dinners
– just show up!!! For more information, give
President Mark a call at 314-605-7615.
Give us a try and I can guarantee you and
your Lady will have a great time!
Center in Hannibal and it was very well
attended despite of the bad weather
forecast. I want to thank Ill sir Dennis
Kelley and first lady Kathy for attending
along with the entire divan and everyone
that made the long trip to attend you all
made it very special just by coming, thank
you all. I also want to congratulate Noble
Jack Kairy for a successful 2013 and for his
leadership and guidance and I look forward
working with him and all the Nobles this
year.
We have a very busy year ahead of us and
will start with our first meeting of 2014
Thursday, February 20th at the Monroe
City Nutrition Center 6:00 pm Social. I
welcome everyone to attend as we setup up
our year of events and parades. I encourage
everyone to make their RSVP early for the
Potentate’s Ball coming up on March 1st.
Mark your calendar for Saturday, March
8th the Circus Parade and Kickoff it will be
a great event as usual, so make sure to get
your parade unit ready and plan to attend.
Let’s go out and have fun “Helping Kids In
Need”
Kenny Tibbits
President NEMO Shrine Club
I
of the Divan travelled to Swampeast,
Missouri and installed our 2014 Officers in
grand style. It is always great to enjoy the
company of our Northern friends and expose
them to our Southern ways. President Travis
and Sarah Phillips have many great plans for
the year but they can’t do it alone. Officer
McDonut and Stephanie want to thank each
of you for the fantastic support in their year.
Congratulations Shawn Hanley TRSC 2013
Shriner of the year.
We have started a new year and it is time
to get back into the spirit of lending a hand
to pay the bills at our 22 hospitals. it is sad
to look at the photos of our past presidents
and see who is not in the meetings. Past
presidents- you could not have done it
without the support of the membership
and neither can Travis and Sarah. Put your
individual difference on the back shelf and
join us in the fun. We have a wonderful
new hospital being built in St. Louis on US
40/60, or I-64.
In addition to the upcoming events at Three
Rivers, don’t forget the fun going on at
Moolah Shrine and the Shrine Circus in
March. Two years ago Papa Dortch asked
Josh Russom “Just how stupid can you be?”,
and Josh has been trying to show him ever
since!
We don’t do it for the thanks, we don’t do
it for the publicity, we do it because we
care and we want to make a difference.
Don’t ever doubt that we are not making a
difference or just visit the hospital with me.
Wear your Fez with pride and dignity, and
pay it forward. God bless.
Johnie Dixon, SEMO Shrine Club Clowns, presenting
Illustrious Sir Dennis Kelley with $7500 for the Hospital
Capital Campaign and $7500 for the Patient Transportation
Fund.
Thank you SEMO Shrine Club Clowns.
February 2014
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UNIT & COMMIT TEE REPORTS
A i r P at ro l
Director:Bud Hildebrand
President: Randy Schmidt
1st VP: Ted Lindner, Jr.
2nd VP: John Szuba
Treasurer: Richard Prine
Secretary: James Harris
314-283-3014
633-447-0640
636-798-2602
636-928-0595
314-603-6031
314-809-9105
ongratulations to the Elected Officers
for 2014. An exciting year is planned
so make sure the seatbelt is latched
and tightened up... Consider yourself
briefed. Officers for 2014 are Pres. Randy
Schmidt, 1st Vice-Pres. Ted Lindner, 2nd
Vice-Pres. John Szuba, Treasurer Richard
Prine and Secretary James Harris. Thanks
and KUDO's to retiring President Noble
Michael Sanders. Thanks for a Great,
Exciting and Productive Year. Stay tuned
for other stats and details via our newly
elected Potentate Illustrious Sir Dennis
Kelley,Sr.
The First and hopefully Annual Santa's
Season of Giving for our Shrine Hospital
Patients and their families was a HUGE
SUCCESS. Thanks to Air Patrol members
Noble John – Mike Cordel and Michael
Sanders for the vision and bringing it
to fruition. They pulled all the units,
clubs and committees together to make
this an incredible event for not only
our Shrine Patients and families but for
everyone involved as well. THANKS
to EVERYONE that helped make this
happen... YITF – God Bless.
Mark your calendar for the Air Patrol
Presentation of Officers. This will be in
the Moolah Ballroom, Friday, February
21, 2014. A great evening is planned.
Invitations will soon be in the mail.
It is with sadness that we report the
passing of our Friend and Brother, Noble
Hartford Smith. Hartford was a great
guy and quite an artist. The mural in our
Hanger room is one of his many fantastic
creations and is quite a nice Legacy.
Circus 2014 is just around the corner.
Circus parade and Kick-Off is Saturday,
March 8th. Circus Dates are March 21, 22
and 23. Dues for 2014 is due so please
send your payment to our Secretary, Noble
James Harris... or better yet... come on up
to the Hanger and attend a meeting as well
as catch up with some old friends.. while
making a few new ones. Hope to see you.
C
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Antique Car
C o mm i tt e e
Chairman: Steve Dodson 314-846-5588
President: Joe Weber 314-920-9210
Vice President: Don Schuchmann 314-606-4094
By: Steve Dodson
ith the coldest January in 20 years
behind us, here it is February and next
thing you know it will be Spring again and
NO MORE SNOW! Not to rush things but I
will be ready for warmer weather.
W
Mark your calendars, our first meeting will
be held next month, Wednesday, March 5,
2014 and will be held at Rich & Charlie’s
Restaurant located at 9942 Watson Road,
St. Louis, MO. 6:00 PM dinner with our
ladies and the meeting to start at 7:00 PM.
It’s hard to believe but our Moolah Shriners
Parade is March 8th in St. Charles, MO.
Hopefully everyone will have their cars
ready. We need everyone to participate.
The Board Members have met and have put
together our calendar for 2014.
TO ALL SHINERS interested in classic or
antique cars: we invite you and your lady to
join us for the evening! You don’t have to
own an old car, just have an interest in these
cars and their heritage.
Did you know or do you care!
February 2, 1927 The Ford Motor Co.
publicly announces the completion of the
first six Ford Tri-Motor all steel airplanes.
(Henry Ford had bought the Stout Metal
Airplane Co. in 1925 to be a part of his
growing empire).
February 10, 1942 The US Government
orders a halt to all civilian car production
for the duration of the World War. (Most
manufacturers had built their last cars prior
to the issuance of this official order.)
February 17 1919 Ralph De Palma,
driving a Packard V-12, sets a world’s land
speed record of 149.875 miles per hour at
Daytona, FL.
A Funny: In the US, every man is entitled
to life, liberty and a car in which to pursue
happiness.
February 2014
Band
Unit Director: Jack Scherrer 314.725.3764
President/Asst. Conductor: Roger Fagerberg
314.878.7646
First VP/Conductor: Chuck McKenzie
314.550.5899
[email protected]
Second VP: Barry Hyatt 314.469.0605
Secretary: Howard Funck 636.447.2203
Treasurer: Roger Fagerberg 314.878.7646
Hello, from your Moolah Band:
W
e had a great time playing for the
monthly meeting and the party for the
kids from the hospital December 22. Thanks
to the Chanters with whom we shared the
stage, and who did a fine job. We also had
a great time at our Holiday Party at Pietro’s
on Watson.
With the new music we now have selections
that are more fun to play and also more
enjoyable to our listeners. The selections
include a 70’s arrangement of “Downtown”
and also “Basin Street Blues”. I am sure I
can find a few more interesting numbers to
challenge our members.
We are still in need of flutes and clarinets to
play more difficult music that our audiences
will recognize and like.
If you have played in the past and want to be
of service to Moolah Temple and our kids, as
well as the many seniors at our concerts,
we would love to have you as part of the
Moolah Shriners Community Band. We
invite your children or grandchildren who
have played for at least a year to join us also.
It’s a great opportunity for them to continue
playing during summer break, and receive
tutoring and experience from very fine
musicians.
Sadly, I must report that one of our longtime members, Alto Saxophonist Art Lander
passed away in December. He was faithful in
helping us until recently when his health
began failing. Also, a former member, Larry
Walton passed away this past summer.
We meet Wednesday evenings at 7:30 to
practice. Our concerts are mainly Wednesday
nights at 7:00, and on some Tuesdays.
We always leave ‘em smiling!
UNIT & COMMIT TEE REPORTS
Chanters
Director:
President:
Treasurer:
Secretary:
Jerry Lee Gaddy
Bill Bradford
Richard Farrar
Tom Cupples
C l ow n s
636-458-8951
314-974-3084
636-349-2264
314-276-9468
By Monte Safron
ttention Nobles, this is that month those units which
have not yet presented their officers, will present those
of their reelected and new officers to their Units service. It is
incumbent upon those of us who have served, to guide the new
officers as we were guided by our predecessors. Thus our Units
prosper and improve substantially.
A
It is this writer's opinion that having served as our Units’
President and having studied the capabilities of our new
President, Noble Bill Bradford, that if the body cooperates with
him as they did with me, that this year will be a banner year for
the Chanters.
With the splendid guidance of our President Noble Bill
Bradford, the enterprising leader of our Unit, and Noble Dr.
Tom Cupples our baton wielding director, skillfully conducting
our chorus and Noble William Triplett lending his musical
talents to the piano, this Unit can be expected to produce that
music about which all Moolah will be proud.
With this crew at the helm we can be expected to be many times
better than our previous best!
Can you remember what were called “The Good Old Days”?
Each of us has their own version which we adjust as memory
serves. Some remembrances are inaccurate and some are
shaded if by recalling them as we wished they had happened.
Mike Howard Howiee (Director)
Scott Wright (Flat Tire) – President
Jim Fritz (Fritz)- 1st Vice President
Terry Aaron (Chopper) - 2nd Vice President
John Tremblay (Shabba-Dabba)- Treasurer
he Clowns had a busy holiday season with many events
. There was always great participation by our members at
these different venues. With so many clowns appearing at these
functions shows how greatful we are to be able to do what we
love to help out our children at the hospital.
T
This month also did not slow down for the unit. Flattire (Scott
Wright) not only held his first meeting but also the holiday
party at Lombardo's at Union Station. Everybody had a great
time. The results are not yet back from the FDA but Terry
Aaron's (Chopper) first meal for the unit turned out to be pretty
good for a first timer. Congrats to Tom Dolan (Merlin) winning
the 5K race downtown across the new Veterans (Musial)
Bridge. His 13.24 was the top time for the 45-50 year olds and
broke the record for any 5k run in St. Louis for his age group.
Now if the rest of us could get in shape like him.
The Variety show was great thanks to the hard work of Jay
Traxel (Splatter), Dave Brannon (Taterbug) and Dave Hartwig
(Buckles). A lot of new acts added to the fun for everyone
there. The RV show and Home show were well attended by
a lot of balloon blowing clowns who had a lot of fun with
children at these events.
Impossible you say? Nothing is impossible when you work for
the circus!
Memories of good deeds we planned to do for the Shrine
Hospital are things we’d like to have done. We Chanters do
our best to look back and say we did all we could. That’s our
purpose, our aim to do our best for our kids so that our good old
days are remembered with a sense of pride.
Here’s to our kids – our purpose as Shriners.
God Bless them and God bless you for what you do for them.
February 2014
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UNIT & COMMIT TEE REPORTS
C o mp u t e r
Club
D i r e ct o r s
S ta f f
Director: Bob Holscher 636-240-8552
President : Ray White 314-567-0455
ho? We are a group that meets monthly to share
activities, information and knowledge. We discuss
members queries, issues and programs with computers, plan
activities, hold working sessions and demonstrations on new
technologies.
W
Why? The Moolah Shrine Computer Club is a group of
professionals, computer enthusiasts and beginners who want
to teach and learn about computing and having fun doing
it....
When? Monthly meetings are the second Monday of
each month. Meetings start at 7:00 pm. We first meet for
demos and discussion and then move to the computer
lab on the second floor next to the Moolah Shrine Store.
There we have a chance to demonstrate and fix individuals
problems. Check note on the door for location of demos and
discussions. Come learn with us.
Dir. Dennis Kelley Jr.
636-861-4582 c. 314-368-3999
Pres. Emil Fett
314-631-7137
Vice Pres. Andrew Stonum
314-402-2217
Sec’y/Scribe Christopher Matero 510-604-1143
Treasurer Tyler Pollard
314-313-5312
Sgt. At Arms Fred Zurfluh IV
314-910-3950
Chaplain Rick Braun
314-703-2524
Bar Chairman James Naucke, Jr. 314-882-9997
Executive Committee
Rick Braun314-703-2524
Wayne Gullet
636-448-1559
Don Gruner
636-477-0014
Email: [email protected]
J
anuary 25th was our joint Presentation of Officers, along with
the Moolah Guides. A great time was had by all; which I am
sure the open bar might have had a little bit to do with that. The
connection between our Units continues to grow stronger, and
that is a testament to the power of our Fraternity.
We are quickly selling out of our Four Star Dining raffle
tickets! If you’d like a 1/200 chance to score FIVE $100 gift
cards to some of the best dining in the area, find a member of
the Directors Staff soon, and pick up a few. They’re incredibly
affordable, at just $10 each.
With fezzes over our hearts, and heads hung low, we honor one
of our esteemed Brethren, and a Past Director (1987 – 1999),
Brother Fred Sandegren. Fred moved to Florida, after resigning
from Moolah Temple. (The current author has no information
which Temple he was affiliated with, in Florida.) He mounted
the Black Camel in mid-December of 2013, and we fondly honor
him, knowing one day, we will meet him at that final Oasis.
Upcoming Events:
Saturday, March 8th - Circus Parade Kick-Off in scenic
Downtown St. Charles. We’ll be out in full effect on those zany,
death-trap bicycles!
Thursday, March 20th - Sunday, March 23rd - CIRCUS! Let’s
make it the BEST EVER!!
N o b l e K e v i n H e i n s , P l u mb e r s a n d
P i p e f i tt e r s l o c a l 56 2, wo r k i n g at t h e
n e w h o sp i ta l . N o b l e H e i n s i s act i v e
w i t h G at e way 500 & A r a b P at ro l .
T h a n k yo u , K e v i n !
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Other events are on the horizon. I encourage our Brethren in the
Outstate Shrine Clubs to update us on their events, so that we can
keep everyone in the loop. Any Directors Staff members in our
various Clubs are free to send us updates for publication in our
monthly report. (Direct them to Secretary/Scribe Chris Matero at
our email address, or feel free to call him directly. Thanks.)
We meet the first Monday of each month, for food and fun from
about 6 pm. Our Stated Meeting starts promptly at 7 pm. Let’s
see some fresh blood flow into these dirty old veins, here!! New
Nobles are invited to our Room ANYTIME to find out why we
are the most fun the Temple can handle!
February 2014
UNIT & COMMIT TEE REPORTS
Legion Of
Honor
Guides
Director-Robby Dirkers
314-650-3094
President-Dale Nagel
636-489-8765
Secretary-Robert Granquist 636-300-8001
Commander: Thomas McCann636-946-3232
Adjutant: Charles Dasho 314-831-0726
Treasurer: James Hartley
314-607-1433
hope everyone has had a wonderful
Christmaas and a very happy and joyful
new year.
NOTICE OF MEETING
I
Those who attended the Moolah Guides Unit
and Directors Staff Officers Presentation had
a good time and enjoyed themselves. Thanks
to everyone who had a hand in setting up the
room for the night's festivities.
T
he Commander has ordered that the
next meeting will be on 25 FEBRUARY
2014. The normal meeting time is 1900
(7pm) on 4th Tuesday, in the Moolah Shrine
Center’s second floor unit room, across from
the Moolah store, next to fez & memorabilia
display cases.
Please give President Nagle your support and The Christmas party & officer installation
backing this year, so that he too, will have a was a big success. We had 28 members and
guests attending in the Moolah Sheiks Club,
successful year.
Please remember that your dues are due$30.00 without locker. $32.00 with locker.
Please send 2014 dues to :
Robert Granquist
5885 Wellington Farm Drive
St. Charles, MO 63304
Also, if any widow would like to give her
e-mail address, please send to:
[email protected]
Please remember in your prayers John
Bowman, Irv Henning and Cal Lawence.
Please remember your valentine!
A Brief
Reminder on
S tat e d
Meetings
with a delicious meal served by Moolah’s
caterer.
First Lt. Commander, International Legion
of Honor, Jim Pulley officiated with
incoming Moolah Potentate, Dennis Kelly,
the Installing Marshal.
We will continue to plan activities for 2014.
Dress code reminder:
Business casual, or Unit uniform.
PLEASE no denim pants.
Ladies are welcome- with the
exception of the December
election meeting.
Dinner is served at 5:30 PM
Meetings being at 7:30 PM, unless
otherwise noted
Remember, the dates for next year’s LOH
INTERNATIONAL convention will be
in Lexington, KY on 2-6 April. There is
information in the unit room.
CSSA-LOH will be in Tulsa 20August 2014
and everyone is invited to save that time
period to attend. It is an easy drive from St.
Louis down I-44.
Hope to see you there.
As always, we invite any and all discharged
veterans to join our unit.
WE WELCOME ALL BRANCHES:
ARMY, AIR FORCE, NAVY, MARINES,
COAST GUARD, and MERCHANT
MARINE.
Guides presenting an
i n d u st r i a l s e w i n g m a c h i n e t o t h e o cc u pa t i o na l T h e r a p y U n i t
at t h e H o sp i ta l .
Need a ride? Contact the following:
North County: Charlie Dasho-314-921-2976
THE SHRINE PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
to be recited at Stated Meetings
I pledged allegiance to MY flag
and the country for which it
stands; one nation, under god,
indivisible, with liberty and
justice for all.
South County: Gale Going-314-487-1623
St Charles: George Merkle-636-441-2836.
February 2014
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UNIT & COMMIT TEE REPORTS
R e c e pt i o n
C o mm i tt e e
P rov o st
Director: John Ledbetter
President: Randy McDougal
1st Vice: Michael Nipper
Treasurer: Julius Schneider
Secretary: Roy Butler
s I write this article, one snow
storm is over (December) and a
new one (January) is on the weather
map. The temperature will dip below
zero in the near future. The circus is
coming to town. Yes, it is that time
of year to think "CIRCUS" along
with the fun, duties, responsibilities,
elephants, The Grand Entries, kids,
and the "WORK" that is necessary to
accomplish this event. Were you an
active part of the festivities last year?
Will you be active this year?
A
The Provost continues to look for a
few good Shriners to join our ranks.
WE will be working at the circus. WE
would like to have you join us. WE
need your assistance. WE will party
after it is over. WE will start our action
at the Circus Kick-off with our fresh
baked goodies, the washer toss, and
the General Store stocked with new
and interesting items. Stop by and see
us. But, be careful, we might ask you
to join us. WE all know that it is more
fun to participate than it is to spectate.
Thank you for reading this article. See
you at the circus. JIM
Pres. Matt Niedringhaus
Chairman Ted Nagle
by Paul Greenlaw
O
ur own Ben Allen was named Shriner
of the year. A great compliment and
well deserved.
A memorial was sent by the RC to the
Texas lodge of Jim Stevens. Jim was a long
time member of our RC and well liked by
all. We all miss John Williams who has
not been well.
We have a very prolific President of the RC
who is coming up with many ideas to keep
the RC rolling. On Feb 2nd we hope to
have the Super Bowl game televised in the
RC. The RC just purchased a shuffleboard
to be installed in our room . A new roster is
in the process of being sent to everyone.
On Feb 23rd starting at 11 AM, NASCAR
Daytona 500 day at the races .Finger
food will be served, all at the RC room..
Incidentally, Valentine's Day Lunch,
including ladies, Feb.15th - gifts for the
ladies. All at the RC room 11am to 3pm.
Circus tickets to be sold at Dorsett Road
Schnucks by the RC on February 21- 23.
Incidentally. one adult ticket will cost $15
and that will include one child.
Swing Dance
Director:
Bud Waters
President:
Jack
Melton
VP: Beril
Gillman
Secretary:
Gary
Fanger
Treasurer:
Dennis
Martin
C
an you believe it is February
already. Valentines Day is here.
I have suggestion for a romantic
evening on the 14th. Bring your wife
or girl friend, but not both, to the
"Oasis" for a nice evening of dancing.
No kids, just the two of you. Don't
know how to dance-No Problem!
Free beginner lessons at 7:00 PM.
Coming March 1st, the Potentate's
Presentation Ball. Come wearing
your Green. The new POOtentate,
must be how it is pronounced in
Ireland, promises a great time.
Back in December we started off the
Month with our annual Christmas
Dinner Dance. It was a great time,
with a visit by two of our patient
ambassadors, Madelyn Hubbs and
Sydney Kendall and their families.
Also in attendance was Susan Bland
Kelly and her new husband Tony.
We also had a visit by Maria and
her Mother, a new patient from
Colombia, South America. My
apologies to Maria, I never did get
your surname. The three young ladies
gave a presentation. and then danced
The RC website is: reception.moolah.org the night away. Everyone was
touched by these young ladies. The
Email address is: moolahreception@
yahoo.com Please email with questions or very next night was the Potentate's
more info on events. The RC is on the roll! Holiday Ball, with a wonderful dinner
by Genesis, and fabulous music by
the Motown Revue.
The following next two weekends
were the Santa's Brunch and the
Patients Christmas Parties. What
great times! Makes you proud to be a
Shriner.
We dance every Friday, in the
"Oasis".
WE DANCE SO KIDS CAN WALK
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February 2014
UNIT & COMMIT TEE REPORTS
A mb a ss a d o r s
Meeting Schedules
Chairman- John Hewitt 636-456-4885
Secretary- Ted Schamburg 314-638-3633
Ambassadors
2nd Friday
Oasis/Glass Area/Patio
Membership 1st Monday
Rathskeller
Seniors
3rd Monday
Guides Room
TCAA
4th Wednesday
Glass Area/Patio
From Chairman John:
Happy New Year to all! We now make the transition from 2013 to
2014. All newly elected officers are now in their respective offices.
Having had a successful year with membership in the growth of our
Temple and successful growth in revenue will give the officers and
members a new goal to work toward. Our elected 2014 Potentate
is making his plans for another successful year; this is the time to
join together to make this a reality. The Ambassadors are a group
of Nobles who make use of their time and talent to help where they
can. I am proud to serve as the Chairman. This is to wish you a
healthy, happy, fun, and safe year.
Look forward to seeing you at the lunches.
TCAA
President Ryan Georgen
1st VP Dave Marino
2nd VP Gary Fanger
Sec’y Treas/Scribe, Bob Daniels
C-314-630-4765
C-314-573-8487
H-636-447-2361 C-636-697-5290 Just a reminder: Remember the Ambassador Lunches are held on
the 2nd Friday of the month. The next Ambassador’s Lunch will
H-636-441-4917 C- 636-293-6696
be on Friday, February 14, (Happy Valentine’s Day) in the Oasis
E-MAIL [email protected]
at Moolah Temple. We will continue to have our popular open bar
and our three drawings: the 50/50, free dinner and jackpot. You
may be a winner but you won’t have a chance if you do not attend.
Ambassadors, you are missing a great time, if you do not attend our
meetings.
ONGRATULATIONS TO NEWLY ELECTED
ILLUSTRIOUS POTENTATE DENNIS KELLEY,
SR. AND DIVAN- We all look forward to a prosperous
2014 year of Shrine activities.
**ACCOLADES GO TO PP PATRICK HENSLEY FOR
AN EXCITING AND FUN PACKED 2013.
C
Please watch the Camels’ Tales for information about all of the
Moolah activities planned for the rest of the year. Information about
all Ambassador Events will come to you through the Camels’ Tales,
e-mail or word of mouth. For luncheon reservations call
Gary Larrabee, 314-839-7421 or e-mail him at glhih123@gmail.
com.
FEBRUARY 26th is TCAA’s Annual “MASS”
MEETING, for which members other than the appointed
Unit members can attend. Reservations are required
as we have Camels Milk and our traditional chicken
dinner and all trimmings, followed by a brief meeting
and installation of officers for the New Year. (Mark your
calendar)
NEXT MEETING
FEBRUARY 14 - Ambassador Meeting at the Moolah Temple
FEBRUARY 19 - Stated Meeting
TCAA still has some “HLP-KDS” License Plate Stickers
for sale--only $3.00 each. Proceeds will be used to
purchase needed supplies for Shriners Hospital.
TCAA needs volunteers to generate “Corporate
Donations”, to ultimately provide necessary funds to
support The Saint Louis Shriners Hospital. Being a
federally tax exempt corporation, TCAA can provide a
tax write-off to contributors giving qualified donations.
TCAA needs your help in our mission to support our St.
Louis Shriners Hospital.
December 2013 Hospital statistics:
596 outpatients, 30 Inpatients, & 47 Outpatient surgeries.
TCAA’s personal update –
Keep our shut-ins in your thoughts and prayers.
Cheer them all -with a call or card.
Glen Duncan is dealing with an eye problem.
Dan Clyne is undergoing radiation treatments for prostate
cancer.
Rick Wiedemann has trouble walking, and is recuperating
at home.
ONCE AN AMBASSADOR ALWAYS AN AMBASSADOR
Seniors
President: Bob Atwell
Secretary: George Pryor
(314) 638-4771
(636) 926.9942
CALLING ALL RETIREES!
I
f you belong to AARP, or you could belong, you belong here
on the THIRD MONDAY of each month.
We meet at 9 am, in the Guides Room and play some Gin
Rummy or Poker until 11:30. Then we break for a short
meeting, and enjoy a brown bag lunch, then back to the Games!
Come when you want and leave when you want!
A Life time membership costs $1.00 (US) for which you will
receive a “Card” attesting your membership in this august body!
TRY US, YOU WILL LIKE IT!
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APPENDANT BODIES
D au g h t e r s
the Nile
Meeting Schedules
Daughters of the Nile
1st Wednesday
Noble Lodge Room
Sydyk Temple #107
Ladies Oriental Shrine Noble Lodge
Rainbow Girls Temple Club
3rd Monday
7:00 pm
Noble Lodge Room
Queen: Linda Erfurdt
314-650-5059
Princess Recorder: Gloria Payne
314-395-6173
Written by: Anne LaTragna, Princess Royal
1st & 3rd Tuesdays
7:00pm
Noble Lodge
W
4th Wednesday
7:00 pm
Noble Lodge Room
4th Wednesday
Oasis
L a d i e s O r i e n ta l
Shrine of
N o rt h A m e r i c a
Crystal Mueller, High Priestess
Angela Kuhn-Glass, Recorder
314-416-7446
314-526-9141
[email protected]
[email protected]
www.losna-stlouis.org
t was an exciting time to have our Grand High Priestess, Lady Jan
visit us in December. During her visit we initiated our 75+ member,
therefore reaching permanent charter status. Our permanent charter will
be presented to us during the 100th Grand Council in May. I am very
proud of our Ladies for reaching this milestone and welcome our new
members.
While in St. Louis, Lady Jan and various
L.O.S. members were given the privilege
of a construction tour of the New St. Louis
Shriners Hospital for Children. Although it
was very cold that day, seeing the progress
and hearing the plans of the hospital
was a wonderful experience. Thanks to
Suzan Bland and the entire SM Wilson &
Company.
We are always looking for volunteers to help with our Tuesday night
Swing Club Dance. Nailah provides food service during the event and
it’s a great time to watch the Swing Dancers in action. Please contact
Colette Nagel at [email protected] for more information and to
sign up.
Join us for our Carnevale style Mardi Gras Ball on Friday, February
21, 2014 at Andres, hosted by K-HITS on-air personality Mark Klose.
It will be a fun night of dinner, dancing, entertainment and more all
to support our Annual Charity Project. For more information: Angela
Langford 618-698-4880.
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February 2014
e are now well into 2014 and Sydyk
Temple #107 has had much excitement
in spite of the terrible weather. Our Supreme
Queen Margaret Ann Risk visited us all the
way from Fort Worth Texas. She was such
a delight and absolutely thrilled over the
snow. (Our members weren’t as thrilled over
the bad weather. Probably because we get
an overdose and she never sees it at home.)
However, in spite of the weather, we had the
most wonderful visit with the Supreme Queen
at Shriner’s Hospital. She was so wonderful
with the children, doctors, and nurses,
everyone loved her. A delicious luncheon
was also served and we had a chance to meet
several of the patients. We also learned much
about the new hospital, so if you want to
visit the current facility, you will have to do
it quickly, because by the end of the year,
there will be no more tours. Princess Royal’s
Supreme Queen will be the last one to visit
the Lindbergh facility.
The next day we had our official visit. Nerves
reigned, but the Supreme Queen put everyone
at ease and the day went very smoothly and
shortly it was time for the banquet in the
Supreme Queen’s honor. Princess Royal
planned a lovely dinner served by Bethel #43.
Many important quests attended, even Past
Illustrious Sir Patrick Hensley, Past Potentate
of Moolah Temple.
We are now on the verge of planning a new
year for Sydyk Temple. Princess Royal is
busy making plans and hopes all of you will
plan to attend all the events, starting with
the installation on March 9th. If you don’t
belong, petitions are always available. Just
talk to any of the Nile Ladies.
Here is hoping that the weather improves, so
we can get together again real soon.
APPENDANT BODIES
Noble Lodge
T e mp l e C l u b
Worshipful Master: Jeff Henty 314-805-5600 [email protected]
Secretary: Charlie Wiegert 314-565-8523 [email protected]
Mary Rammelsburg President
Anna DeClune, Vice President
Janet Loesch, Secretary
Gloria Means, Treasurer
N
O
You can be the 1st line signer of their petition. Only 1 signer of a
Masonic petition needs to be from Noble Lodge, the other signer
can be from any Lodge.
Christmas Gift Giving--Grace made another unique Christmas Pin
for each one of us and Verna made a set of twelve Plastic Canvas
Coasters (one for each month) in a neat container. Thank you,
Grace and Verna, you are the Greatest! Also, the Wine served
by John, Bob and Rich and the Appetizers were another Gift we
enjoyed.
oble Lodge continues to be busy with degree work. You are
invited to attend our Tuesday, February 4th and Tuesday,
February 18th meetings. Plans are being made for a Chance-ToAdvance Class before the Ceremonial, so if you have a potential
candidate and would like for him to be a Master Mason before the
Spring Ceremonial, now is the time to get him started.
Keep in mind if you have a candidate. It all starts with you
submitting the petition for your candidate (you can use the copy
in the Camels' Tales). The petition will be received at our next
meeting, and your candidate will be notified. In most cases he will
be invited to attend the next meeting, meet with the investigating
committee, and then his EA degree will be scheduled.
ur Temple Club Christmas/Installation Meeting was another
Big Hit on our list of many. Dorothy, Janice, Caroline and
Anna put their expertise to work, and we enjoyed their Christmas
decorations. Thanks to Jeanne Smith, Ellie Sopp and Debbie
Rethmeyer for sharing today with us.
Soon it was time to get down to business and Michelle introduced
her husband, our Potentate. Pres. Verna presented Patrick with a
check for $300.00 and Gloria presented a check for $550.00, from
her year, both for the Transportation Fund.
If you’re in the area, Noble Lodge will be sponsoring a MOCHIP
program at Ronnie’s Cine on Saturday, March 22nd from Noon to
5 PM. Bring the kids or grandkids and get them chipped!
After Michelle and Verna made their Introductions, Sandy
proceeded with the Installation.
If you have any questions, contact the Master or Secretary from
the information listed above.
Rosa introduced Gloria, Secretary
Toni introduced Janice, Treasurer
Caroline introduced Anna, Vice President
Louise and Jeanette introduced Mary, President
Verna presented the retiring Officers with a beautiful Rose, Pins
and Keys were exchanged and Michelle gave her Honorary
President's Pin to Kathy Kelley. Mary expressed her Thanks for
all sharing the day with her and announced the new Committee
Chairpersons.
After another delicious Luncheon, we were happy to pick up our
Goodies from the vast array we had for our Bake Sale. Shirley and
Judy were going bonkers calling for more tables to display all of
the delicious Bakery Items our Members brought.
So THANKS to Everyone for another terrific, awesome year of
our Temple Club. It was WONDERFU!
February 2014
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February 2014
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Shrine Classifieds
As a courtesy to our members we will place ads in future issues of
the Camels’ Tales for those that have Shrine memorabilia (shrine
or masonic rings, jewelry, fez’s, etc) they would like to offer for
sale to members of the fraternity.
To place an ad in Shrine Classifieds, please prepare a short
description of the items, along with your name, email address, and
phone number and send to: [email protected]
(314) 821-3999 Concealed Carry Classes
David J. Hart
(president)
Buy, Sell, Trade and Consignments
KIRKWOOD OUTFITTERS INC.
10716 MANCHESTER ROAD
KIRKWOOD, MO 63122
Guns, Ammo, Knives and Collectables
LPL Financial
Bob Drury
Financial Consultant
13611 Barrett Office Dr. #100
Manchester, MO 63021
(314-962-5600 Office
(314)591-6666 Cell
[email protected]
www.bob-drury.com
Member FINRA/SIPC
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February 2014
Thanks to everyone
who helped make the Hospital
Patient Party
38
A Huge Success!
SCHERRER INSTRUMENTS, INC.
Electrical & Electronic
Test Equipment
Sales-Service-NIST Certification
[email protected]
314-644-5362 Fax 314-644-3530
Moolah Temple Guides Bingo
Art Goerke, Bingo Chairman
V.F.W Post #3944
10815 Midland Ave,
Overland, MO 63114
314-427-2744
Doors open at 8:30 AM Selling starts at 10:00 AM
Regular Bingo @ 11:00 AM
Progressive jackpot
February 2014
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Moolah Temple for Your Next Event
Please note the following Fees and Schedules
Moolah
Unit/Club/Committee Events:
Member Benefits for Moolah
Shriners & Immediate Family
Ballroom$ 360
Oasis (Glass Area)/Dining Area$ 240
Ballroom
$ 600
Oasis (Glass Area)/Dining Area$ 400
Sheik's Club...available upon request *There is no
charge for the Oasis/Glass Area for Moolah Temple
Units, Clubs and Committees if a Moolah Temple
caterer is used for the event, otherwise, the $240
charge applies.
*A $25/hour Maintenance Fee will be assessed
if not during Moolah® Temple Building hours.
The Maintenance Fee will be doubled on holiday
weekends.
*A $25/hour Maintenance Fee will be assessed.
The Maintenance Fee will be doubled on holiday
weekends.
*Only an approved Moolah Temple Caterer can provide food and beverage service for your event.
Moolah Temple looks forward to helping you create a spectacular event, while providing you the best
facility and service available.
For rental information, please contact Bill Drake at 314-878-6301 ext. 104 or 314-803-0689.
Moolah® Temple
Building hours
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
9:00 a.m.- 11:00 p.m.
9:00 a.m.- 11:00 p.m.
9:00 a.m.- 11:00 p.m.
9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday
open for Special Events Only
Please submit your schedule of Building Use to the Moolah® Temple
office. Please including all Unit meetings/Practices and which rooms
you will be using.
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February 2014
Moolah Temple
12545 Fee Fee Road
St. Louis, MO 63146
Phone:
(314) 878-6301 Toll Free 1-888-9Moolah
Fax (314) 434-5393
*Directlly behind Mid-Rivers Mall
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Since 1937
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SAT 9:00am-6:00pm • SUN 9:00am-4:00pm
February 2014
636/970-2992
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1
3
5
10
Issue Issues IssuesIssues
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these includes a 2 line Directory Listing
*we may not be able to put 2 or more ads next to each other
The costs for
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Thank you for your support and dedication.
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February 2014
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Brandenburg Law Offices Wills, Trusts &
Probate Estates - 314-993-4261 (page 25)
Guides BINGO! Starts at 11:00 a.m. every
Thursday at the VFW Post in Overland (page
25)
Intek.net, LLC - Computer Engineering
Services
314-596-8750 (page 24)
Stephen F. (Steve) Pieper, PP, CLU,
ChFC Donor Relations Committee
314-392-8754
Sublime Knights - 636-578-2345 Hank Powell
(page 25)
Valenti's Market & Catering 6750 Mexico Rd. 636-970-2992 (page 27)
Jim Butler Chevrolet
Dennis Gastreich - 636-349-3222 (page 24)
Wehrenberg Theatres, call 1-800-Fandango for
tickets and show times (page 27)
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Collectibles - (314) 821-3999 (page 24)
specializing in Corporations, LLCs, Contracts,
Real Estate, Trademarks and more
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M
oolah
Statistics
as of December 31, 2013 Year to Date
Creations
125
Affiliations
2
Restorations
23
Associated
0
Demits
6
Suspensions
18
Deceased
87
Expulsions
0
Resignations
0
Associates Dropped
0
Net Change
39
Membership Numbers
2790
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February 2014
PETITION FOR INITIATION AND MEMBERSHIP
Moolah® Temple
To the Potentate, Officers and Nobles of Moolah Temple, situated in the Oasis of St. Louis, Desert of Missouri,
I, the undersigned, hereby declare that I am a Master Mason in good standing in
___________________________ Lodge, #________, located at _______________________, ______,
which is a Lodge recognized by or in amity with the Conference of Grand Masters of North America.
Furthermore, I have resided at my current address for not less than 6 months, as required by the
By-laws of The Imperial Council. I respectfully pray that I may be made a Noble of the Mystic Shrine, and
become a member of your temple.
If, I be found worthy, and my request granted, I promise to conform to the Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws
of the Imperial Council and the Bylaws and Ceremonies of the Moolah Temple.
Print Full Name: ___________________________________________ Wife’s Name: _____________
Birthplace: _____________________________________________ Birthdate: _____/_____/________
Were you ever a DeMolay? _____ If so, what was the Chapter name and location? _______________
Profession or Occupation: _____________________________________________________________
Hobbies/Interests:____________________________________________________________________
Have you previously applied for admission to any temple of the Order? Yes _________ No________
If so, to what temple? ____________________________________ When? ______________________
Address: ___________________________________________________________________________
City, State, Zip: _____________________________________________________________________
Home Phone: (______)______________________ Business Phone: (_______)___________________
Cell Phone: (______)________________________ Fax: (_______)____________________________
E-Mail Address: _____________________________________________________________________
Signature: ___________________________________________________ Date: ____/_____/_______
Initiation Fee: $60.00 (Payment must accompany this petition.)
Dues: January-March = $120 April-June = $95 July-September = $70
25 years of age and younger = $30
October-December = $45
Recommended and Vouched for on the Honor of:
1. Print Noble’s Name: _______________________________________________________________
Signature: _______________________________________________________________________
Member Number: ______________
2. Print Noble’s Name: _______________________________________________________________
Signature: _______________________________________________________________________
Member Number: ______________
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Feztivities @ MOOLAH Temple
®
February
1
8
April
Tiger/Capital/Little Dixie Installations
YOMO/Gateway Presentation- Ballroom
8
Chanters Presentation
14
Ambassadors Lunch
15
ECMO Installation
19
Stated Meeting- Ladies Welcome
21
Air Patrol & Clowns Presentation- Oasis
22 Arab Patrol Presentation- Oasis
26
Temple Club- Oasis
26
TCAA Mass Meeting
March
1
Potentate's Presentation Ball
8
Circus Parade & Kickoff
9
Daughter of the Nile Installation
14
Ambassadors Lunch
15
Cottleville St. Patrick's Parade
19
NO Stated Meeting
20-23Circus
26
Temple Club- Oasis
28-29 Ainad Potentate's Presentation
32
3-4
CSSA Business Session
11 Ambassadors Lunch
12
Jon Broyles Spring Ceremonial
16
Stated Meeting- DeMolay Night 7PM
18-19 Scottish Rite Reunion
23
Temple Club- Oasis
25-26 Hospital 90th Anniversary Party
27
Grand Masters Breakfast
May
8-11 Smoky Mountain Fun Fest- Pigeon Forge, TN
9
Ambassadors Lunch
16
Cape Golf Tournament
18
Widow's Luncheon
21
Stated Meeting- Ladies Welcome
21-26 DeMolay Conclave- Jefferson City, MO
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Temple Club- Oasis
Tuesday Night West County Swing Dance - Ballroom
Every Friday Night Swing Dance - Oasis
Dates highlighted in color indicate a Moolah Temple Function. Please do not schedule Unit, Club or Committee
activities on these dates. Encourage
your2014
members
to attend Moolah Temple activities.
February