Chief Justice Earl Warren

     According to the Knights Templar Magazine (FEB 2010, p. 25), Sir Knight Earl Warren (born March 19,1891; died July 9, 1974) joined masonry at 28 years of age.  As a 1st Lieutenant in the U.S. Army, he received his Blue Lodge degrees in Sequoah Lodge No. 349 (Los Angeles, California).  He was raised to the sublime degree as a Master Mason on November 1, 1919; and joined the Oakland Scottish Rite in Oakland, CA. in December 1919.   Ultimately he served as Master of Rose Croix and Master of the Lodge of Perfection.  Earl Warren served as Worshipful Master in 1928 (age 37).   For another 5 years (1928-1933), he served on several Grand Lodge committees; and was subsequently elected Deputy Grand Master in 1934.  He served as Grand Master for the State of California (1935-1936).   Earl Warren joined Oakland, CA. York Rite Chapter 36 (Royal Arch Masons); Council; and Commandery No. 11.  Although details were not available at this time, it is believed he followed up by joining AAONMS as a Shriner in Oakland, CA. 

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Message from a Companion

Message received from Companion Donald L. York:

I greatly enjoyed my visit on March 10th, last.  Companion Bob truly stretched his cabletow when he went out of his way to fight the traffic and give me a lift on a rainy evening.  If any of you find yourself north of Denver and up against the Rocky Mountains give me a shout as I welcome the chance to return the hospitality.

My wife, daughter and I had a wonderful time in Florida.  We spent some time at Disney, visited the Space Center, caught the sunrise over the ocean and went out on the Indian/Banana River; saw some dolphins and met a girl and her two kids from Buffalo, Wyoming.

Fraterally, in faith,

Donald L. York, Grand Sentinel
Grand Council Cryptic Masons of Wyoming
Douglas, WY  82633

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Information for the New Companions and SKs

Companions/Sir Knights:  
(Basic info below is intended for the Companions and SKs who completed the York Rite degrees and orders on 27 MAR 2010).

Orlando York Rite has 2 meetings per month--normally monthly on the 2nd & 4th Thursdays (7:30 p.m.) at Eola Lodge.   All meetings are held at EOLA Lodge.  The upcoming APRIL meetings are on 8th and 22nd.  Annual elections are held in NOV/DEC for various chair positions.  Orlando York Rite members are eligible to serve in all three bodies (CHAPTER, COUNCIL and COMMANDERY) during the same year. 

1st meeting:  Chapter and Council.  Dress code for elected/appointed officers include WHITE coat with Red bow tie (Chapter)--Purple bow tie for Council; BLACK trousers, black shoes.  If you are a sideliner, you will feel comfortable dressing as you would for Blue Lodge.  [During odd months (JAN, MAR, MAY, etc), the CHAPTER meeting starts before COUNCIL meeting at 7:30 p.m.   On even months (FEB, APR, JUN, etc., COUNCIL starts first].  Both CHPTR & COUNCIL meetings are held the same evening.  

2nd meeting:   COMMANDERY starts at 7:30 p.m.  Sideliners, dress as you would in Blue Lodge.   Elected and appointed officers dress in the military-like uniform with sword, sword belt, and chapeau.  You should not hesitate to volunteer to accept opportunities to occupy an empty chair.  

In Commandery, occasionally a used black military coat (with buttons, patches), sword, sword belt, and chapeau are available.   You are encouraged to volunteer to sit in a vacant chair if asked.   You will get more help than you can believe.  If any commandery items are available, they will be issued at minimum or no cost.  (As for black shoes, black socks, and black tie--you provide your own).   See Sir Knight Gerald FAVOR ASAP to find out if he has any items available.  

The Recorder/Secretary is the "go-to" person for ritual books.  Some chair positions have 1-2 sentences to memorize.  Memorizing parts is encouraged, but not required. 

Watch for the monthly York Rite Legend (like the Trestle Board) for added info.  It is expected to arrive early in the month.

Sam Tish, Treasurer

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Grand York Rite Convention

Grand York Rite Convention

Wed. 4/14/10 -Sat. 4/17/10
Location:
Orlando Marriott Lake Mary
1501 International Parkway
Lake Mary, FL

Program:

• Wed. April 14th
  • 4 P.M. Commandery Divine Services
• Thursday, April 15th
  • 8 A.M. Grand Chapter
  • 4 P.M. Knight Crusader of the Cross
• Friday, April16th
  
  • 8 A.M. Grand Council
  • 3:30 P.M. Order of the Silver Trowel
  • 7 P.M. Convention Banquet
• Saturday, April17th
  
  • 8 A.M. Grand Commandery

Registration forms at:   www.flgyr.org

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March 2010 Beauceant Article

Beauceant Sisters:
The next meeting of Ocala Assembly #249 will be on Wednesday, March 24, 2010 at 7:30 P.M. at Belleview Lodge #95 located at 5871 SE Base Line Road, Belleview, FL 32620.
Thursday, March 25, 2010 is the next meeting of Olivet Commandery.  Any Sisters coming in with their Sir Knights may  enjoy a social time in the dining room.
Don't forget the All State Class to be held on Friday April 16th , 2010, at the Orlando Marriott Lake Mary.  Ladies breakfast is at 9:00 A.M. and the class starts at 11:00 A.M.  This is an excellent opportunity to see the beautiful ceremony of initiation for the Beauceant.

Mrs. Kathleen Hammond

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March 2010 Commandery Article

We had a great time last month when Sir Knight Harry Eisenberg EDDGC came for his official visit.  We had a delicious dinner prepared by our own chief Jerry.  There were a good number of Sir Knights in attendance.

Please attend the Commandery Orders of the Temple conferred by Sanford, Daytona Beach and Orlando York Rite Bodies on Saturday, March 27, 2010, starting at 7:00 A.M.

Don't forget the Commandery Divine Services at 4:00 P.M. on Wednesday, April 14th.  Olivet Commandery has the honor and pleasure of opening the Grand Commandery at the York Rite Convention on Saturday, April 17th at 7:45 A.M. 

Our next Conclave will be on Thursday, March 25. 2010, at 7:30 P.M.

Courteously,

Erik B. Andersen
Eminent Commander

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March 2010 Council Article

My Fellow Companions: 
This year it has been my great honor to serve as Prior of Florida Priory #60, Knights of The York Cross of Honor.  During this year I have been asked many questions about our Order, especially about the multicolored cord and gold crown hanging around our necks.

Let me briefly explain this. The main governing body for the KYCH is called Convent General, and allows Priory's to be formed in each state. Some states have one, and some multiple Priorys. The duty of the Priory is to represent the Convent General, elect officers to govern their Priorys, and to initiale new members.

There are no other appendant bodies in Masonry which require such a high standard for membership.   The requirement is that you must be a Past Master of Lodge, Past High Priest of Chapter, Past Illustrious Master of Council, and a past Eminent Commander of Commandery.  After serving all four bodies, your name may be submitted for election into a Priory.

Hope this will help with some of the questions you have about the KYCH. If you should see a Companion wearing the Jewel of KYCH, shake his hand and pat him on the back. He has earned it.

Hope to see you at our meetings,

Wayne E. Parks
Illustrious Master

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