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GRAND FIRST PRINCIPALGRAND CHAPTER OF ROYAL ARCH MASONS OF MANITOBA

2013 - 2014

MOST EXCELLENT COMP GARY DUNN

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MASONIC HISTORY OF GARY DUNNBIOGRAPHY

Gary Dunn was born in Winnipeg, and has spent all of his time in Winnipeg, with the exception of 15 yearsspent at the home in Winnipeg Beach. He is the middle child of Bill and Belle Dunn. His Dad was a butcher,and taught Gary all the tricks of the trade, and they operated Dunn’s Food Market on Academy Rd. He is nowa realtor with Royal Le Page Prime realty, along with his wife Sandy. He has been married to Sandy for 45years, and they have three children, Candace, Lorraine and Craig, and 6 grandchildren.

Gary has held several positions in the community. He was head of Christian Education of the CharleswoodUnited Church for several years, taught Sunday School, and served on other committees.

He was involved with Youth soccer, at various levels from coaching juvenile soccer, to training youth referees,to refereeing Senior men’s soccer as well as youth soccer, to convener of Charleswood soccer, served onthe Board of Directors of Manitoba Men’s Soccer, and lastly chair of the Disciplinary Committee forManitoba Men’s soccer. This involvement was over a period of 30 years.

He is a Past President of the Charleswood Curling Club, and curled for many years with the Charleswood Men’scurling as well as curling with several clubs in Mixed curling.

He has been active with the Charleswood Rotary Club, and then as a member of the Gimli Rotary Club.

MASONIC RESUME

Ancient Free and Accepted Masons (Grand Lodge of Manitoba)

Initiated into Charleswood Lodge #163 in 1981

Worshipful Master 1993

Royal Arch Masons (Grand Chapter of Manitoba)

Initiated Red River Valley, Chapter #21 1997

First Principal Red River Valley Chapter, #21, 2003

District Superintendent District #1, 2010-2011

Grand 3rd Principal, 2011-2012

Grand 2nd Principal, 2012-2013

Grand 1st Principal, 2013-2014

Cryptic Rite Masons Royal and Select Masters (Grand Council of Western Canada)

Initiated Cyrus Council #2, 2004.

Thrice Illustrious Master 2011-2012, 2012-2013.

Member of the Order of the High Priesthood

Red Cross of Constantine (Grand Imperial Conclave of Canada) Selkirk Conclave #6

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ATTENDANCE AT GRAND CONVOCATIONPrince Rupert Chapter #1 Ex Comp J Fryatt ‘Z”

Comp K Cox “Scribe “E”R Ex Comp C Hartmierr “SS”Ex Comp D Henney “4th Veil”M Ex Comp Cliff HardyR Ex Comp S BarclayR Ex Comp D ScottM Ex Comp D HawesR Ex Comp A Hadley

Comp S Kane

Keystone Chapter #2 M Ex Comp A Christoffersen “H”M Ex Comp R Church “ P S’R Ex Comp J Bjore “OG’R Ex Comp D BeattieR Ex Comp L PritchardM Ex Comp L Hansen

Keystone Chapter #5 R Ex Comp B Chambers “J”R Ex Comp R Porter “Scribe “E”M Ex Comp R Church “Scriber N”

Rabboni Chapter #7 R Ex Comp A Marcotte “Z”Comp B Kutcher “J””

R Ex Comp T Maxwell “Scribe E””R Ex Comp F Toporowski “Scribe N”R Ex Comp J Chute “4th Veil”M Ex Comp R Laronde “1st Veil”R Ex Comp K Fendick

Prince of Wales Chapter #11 R Ex Comp G Strachan “Z”Comp G Redfern “H”Comp G Zoppa “J”

R Ex Comp I LeBlanc ‘Treas’R Ex Comp B Wendel “DOC””M Ex Comp G TaylorR Ex Comp S GwynnM Ex Comp T YorkeM Ex Comp D HawesM Ex Comp D EnglishM Ex Comp J Hooper

Pre-Cambrian Chapter #17 R Ex Comp D McFarlane “Scribe E”R Ex Comp M Goble

Red River Valley #21 M Ex Comp V Bryll “Z”R Ex Comp I LeBlanc “H”R Ex Comp G Stewart “J”M Ex Comp B McMillan “Scribe E”M Ex Comp J Hooper “Scribe N”M Ex Comp G Dunn ‘PS’R Ex Comp J Duff “SS”R Ex Comp E Smith “JS”M Ex Comp S Payne “Doc”M Ex Comp J Barratt “4th Veil”R Ex Comp E Smith “3rd Veil”R Ex Comp J Duff “2nd Veil”R Ex Comp N McMillan “1st Veil”

Ex Comp R VeleyComp R CoxComp T LoveComp J Romu

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2013– 2014 PROCEEDINGS OF GRAND CHAPTER

The 91st Annual Convocation of The Grand Chapter Royal Arch Masons of Manitoba opened in ceremonial form withthe entrance of the Grand Council, M Ex Comp G Dunn, R Ex Comp R Porter, and R Ex Comp N McMillan atthe Holiday Inn South, Winnipeg, Manitoba on Friday April 25, 2014.M Ex Comp G Dunn opened the assembly by welcoming all those in attendance. The Grand Council then formallyreceived all our distinguished visitors.

RECEPTION OF DISTINGUISHED VISITORS

Councilor B Mayes

Noble B TerinCity of Winnipeg

Chief Rabban Khartum ShrinersM V Bro P Selvaraj Grand Master AMDSister C Porter Assoc Grand Matron Order of Eastern StarBro M Goble Assoc Grand Patron Order of Eastern StarIll Bro R Iwanicki Scottish Rite

Miss L Paganuran Miss Manitoba, Job’s DaughtersMr D Lorteau Assoc Provincial Guardian, Job’s DaughtersMiss D Homenick Provincial GuardianR Ill Comp D English GIG Red Cross of ConstantineQueen Barbara Green Daughters of the Nile, Sphinx Temple #116R Em Kt R Laronde Provincial Grand Prior Sovereign Great Prior

M Ex Comp J Parsons Deputy General Grand High Priest General – Grand General ChapterInternational

R Ill Comp M Jardine GIG Cryptic Right Western CanadaM W Bro D Webster Grand Master Grand Lodge of ManitobaR W Bro S Spina Deputy Grand MasterR W Bro R Church Senior Grand Warden

R W Bro S Barclay Junior Grand Warden

DISTINGUISHED GUESTS FROM OTHER JURISDICTIONS

Alberta M Ex Comp D Switzer Grand “z”R Ex Comp N Downs Grand “J”R Ex Comp L Anderson Grand Rep to Manitoba

Saskatchewan M Ex Comp R Turner Grand “Z”Ontario R Ex Comp A Skene Grand Superintendent

RECEPTION / RECOGNITION OF CONCORDANT BODIESThe following groups were requested to stand and be recognized:Red Cross of Constantine York Rite CollegeOrder of the High Priesthood Knights York Cross of Honour (KYCH)Cryptic Rite Masons PreceptoryAllied Masonic Degrees Order of Eastern StarOrder of the Secret Monitor Knights Templer Priests

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FLAG PRESENTIONThe Canadian Flag was presented by Comp Ken CoxThe American Flag was presented by M Ex Comp J Parsons

O'CANADA and STAR SPANGLED BANNERFollowing the Flag Presentation, M Ex Comp Gary Dunn asked everyone to stand and sing the National Anthems ofCanada and of the United States.

INTRODUCTION OF PAST GRAND FIRST PRINCIPALSThe following Past Grand First Principals were introduced by M Ex Comp James BarrattM Ex Comp C Hardy 1989 M Ex Comp G Taylor 2001 M Ex Comp V Bryll 2009

M Ex Comp D English 1991 M Ex Comp L Hansen 2002 M Ex Comp D Hawes 2010

M Ex Comp S Payne 1994 M Ex Comp J Hooper 2004 M Ex R Laronde 2012

M Ex Comp J Barratt 1995 M Ex Comp R McMillan 2006

M Ex Comp A Christoffersen 1999 M Ex Comp R Church 2008

2014 GREETINGS FROM DISTINQUISHED GUESTSCouncilor B Mayes brought greetings from the City Of WinnipegM W Bro D Webster, Grand Master, brought greetings from the members of the Grand Lodge of Manitoba.

RECOGNITION OF THE FARTHEST TRAVELLED CHAPTER IN THE PROVINCEM Ex Comp Gary Dunn asked the Members and ladies of Pre Cambrian Chapter 17 to assemble in the West.

Memorial Service Friday April 25th 2014.Grand Chaplain – M Ex Comp C Hardy

Organist – M Ex Comp R McMillan

Opening Invocation.Let us pray.Almighty and Merciful father, as we commence our Annual Convocation of Grand Chapter, we wish to thank you for thepresence of the many visitors, some of whom have travelled great distances to be with us. We ask that you grant themyour guidance and protection in their travels that they may safely return to their loved ones. We thank you also for thepresence of our ladies, our true and faithful companions and supporters.And finally Heavenly Father, help us through this Convocation and at all times to show our love for our fellow man that wecan best show our love for thee. Amen

Prayer (Of Remembrance):O God, before whom the generations rise and pass away; we praise you for all of your servants who, having lived this lifein faith, now live eternally with you.Especially we thank you for our companions whom we are remembering this evening. We praise you for the gift of theirlives, for all in them that was good and kind; for the strong character they had that allowed them to serve you Faithfully.We thank you that you provide an eternal resting place for them, and for all of us, when our labour is ended, and our workis done. We ask that you hold our companions in your safe-keeping until we meet again.Gracious God, watch over all of us, as we continue to serve you and one another, and as we honour the lives of thesemen who have gone before us. We ask this in the name Christ Jesus, Your Son. Amen.

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Rose Ceremony:Representatives of each Chapter placed a red rose on the Alter in honour of their departed Companions.

Memorial Service.

My friends each year at this time we gather to remember our good and true companions who have gone from us to toil inthe Heavenly vineyards of the Lord God. While we grieve that they are no longer with us, let us rejoice that they are in theloving embrace of the Almighty.Let the words of St. John, Chapter 11, Verses 25 and 26 help us to put their loss in perspective as we read: “ I am theresurrection and the life, saith the Lord : He that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live : and whosoeverliveth and believeth in Me shall never die. “

Most Excellent Companion C Hardy then read out the names of our Departed Companions:

Prince Rupert Chapter #1: Philip Zubrycki

Keystone Chapter #2: Nil

Keystone Chapter #5 Hugh Ross, Peter Webster, Robert Richards, Hebert Jerry-Cooper

Rabboni Chapter #7 Nil

Prince of Wales Chapter #11 Ian Barrow

Pre-Cambrian Chapter #17: Wayne Johnson, Wilf Guymer

Red River Valley Chapter #21: Nil

Eulogy:

While we mourn over the loss in our own Jurisdiction of so many Companions near and dear to us all, and sympathizewith their loved ones, let us pause for a moment and mourn with Sister Jurisdictions, their losses during the past year.Let us observe a few moments of silence in their memory.

Hymn: Amazing Grace

Benediction:And Now; May the Lord make His Face shine upon thee and be gracious unto thee. The Lord Lift us his countenanceupon you and give your Peace. AMEN

CLOSING OF CEREMONIAL OPENINGM Ex Comp Gary Dunn invited all guests to remain for a reception following the close and thanked everyone for theirattendance.

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SATURDAY, APRIL 26, 2014Morning session was opened in regular form at 9:00 AM by the Grand Council.

INVOCATIONBy M Ex Comp C Hardy

RECEPTION OF OFFICE VISITORS FROM OTHER JURISDICTIONSOfficial visitors from Alberta, Saskatchewan, Ontario, and General Grand Chapter International were introduced andgiven Grand Honours.

APPOINTMENT OF SCRUTINEERSM Ex Comp Gary Dunn appointed M Ex Comp D Switzer from Alberta, M Ex Comp R Turner from Saskatchewan andM Ex Comp P Selvaraj to act as the Scrutineers.

PRESENTATION OF FLAGSThe Canadian flag was presented by Ex Comp Ken Cox and The American flag was presented M Ex Comp JParsons.

MINUTES OF THE 2013 SESSIONMotion to accept the 2013 proceedings as printed and circulated was made by M Ex Comp J Barratt andseconded by M Ex Comp S Payne, Carried

ADDRESS OF THE GRAND FIRST PRINCIPAL 2013-2014 – M EX COMP GARY DUNN

Grand 1st Principle’s Remark’sDistinguished Companions in the East, Companions all. My trip is almost at an end, by tonight it will be over. Ihave so very much enjoyed my year as Grand First Principle of the Royal Arch of Manitoba, and also thepreceding two years leading up to this day.

The important part of a trip is usually its destination, but in my case it has been the journey. The time spenttraveling with friends, the fun, the fellowship, on our visits to the Chapters and Masonic functions have leftwonderful lasting memories for me. I would like to thank all the Companions who accompanied me with theGrand Line these last three years

Our theme for the past year was the Importance of family, Personal and Masonic. I would like to begin withthe Masonic part.

This past June the 24th, it was my pleasure with the assistance of many Companions to make a presentationof the philanthropic project fund to the Rainbow Walk at Westwood Presbyterian Church. This was to honourthe memory of Cecilia Spence, who was a member of the Hardy family, and often attended the convocationwith Cliff and Diane.

This Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons has always been involved with the Masonic Family of Manitoba.This past year we attended parades in Selkirk, Morris and Morden. We have attended at Job’s Daughters,Demolay, Eastern Star, Daughter’s of the Nile, Grand Lodge, Lodges, Scottish Rite and Khartum Shrine’sfunctions. We worked at the Masonic Family barbeque in August, and the Christmas Gift wrapping fund raisingbooth in December at Garden City Mall. I would like to thank all the Companions and their families whoassisted in all these endeavors. Sandy and I also attended the New Year’s Day Levee at the Legislativebuilding.

On our official visits and unofficial visits to the seven Chapters in Manitoba, the hospitality was exceptional,and the ritual work by the Companions was excellent. I cannot properly express how much fun and fellowship

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was enjoyed by all. The northern trip to Dauphin and Flin Flon was made more enjoyable this past yearbecause of reasonable weather, and the welcome we received was again special. Every southern companionshould try and make that trip.

The Chapters have worked very hard at recruiting well qualified new Royal Arch Masons. Companions,because of your dedication, I am pleased to report that we have increased our membership in this past year,and have many brothers who will be initiated in the upcoming year.

There are many people, I wish to thank on my journey. The Grand officers, R.E.C. Rick Porter, R.E.C. NeilMcMillan, the District Superintendents, R.E.C. Ivan Leblanc and R.E.C. John Bjore, and the Companions thatheld offices, and attended many of our visits.

Thank you to M.E.C. Vic Bryll and R.E.C. John Duff, who did several presentations of the Royal Arch Masonsprogram to lodges this year. Thanks to M.E.Companion’s Jack Hooper, Dean Hawes, Vic Bryll and StanPayne, for their consultation and advice throughout my term.

Mostly I would like to express my heartfelt thanks to my mentor and good friend M.E.C. Jim Barratt for hisuntiring dedication to keeping me focused on my responsibilities and duties as Grand 1st Principle. Thank youJim.

Continuing on with our theme, the Importance of Family --Personal None of our accomplishments arepossible, as we Companions know, without the support of our families, especially our wives. We thank themfor their time, patience, and understanding of the commitment that their partners have made. At this time Iwould like to thank my family and friends who have stood by me throughout my travels, now and in the past.Our children, Candace, Lorraine and Craig, their spouses, and their families have always been there when Ineeded a sounding board. They were all here last year, when I began my journey as Grand 1st Principle.Candace and her husband Bob are here this weekend, to assist me at the end of a most fulfilling yearI wish to thank my wife Sandy, who has been beside me all of our married life. This year she has beenoutstanding in her supportNow comes the words, everyone wants to hear. In ClosingThank you Companions, my journey is near an end, and I do hope you will attend the banquet, and thehospitality room after.

ACCEPTANCE OF GRAND FIRST PRINCIPAL’S ADDRESSR Ex Comp R Porter moved acceptance of the address of the Grand First Principal, and it was seconded by REx Comp N McMillan CarriedM Ex Comp G Dunn was then given Grand Honours.

PRESENTATION OF THE CARROTHERS MERIT SHIELD

M Ex Comp G Dunn asked the Companions from Red River Valley Chapter #21 to join him in the West for thepresentation of the Carruthers Merit Shield.

REPORTS OF COMMITTEES

M Ex Comp G Dunn stated that most of the Committee Reports have been printed and asked theChairperson to just move and have a seconder. All reports need not be read.

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The following committees have advised the Grand Scribe "E" that they have a "Nil Report" to submit tothe Grand Convocation.

Laws and Jurisprudence Custodian of the Work Grievances and AppealsEducation R A R A

REPORT OF FINANCE AND BUDGET

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Balance sheetGrand Chapter Royal Arch Masons Manitoba

April 15th, 2014 April 15th, 2013AssetsCurrent Assets:

Cash 12,133.25 12,429.02

Investments - term deposit 1 - 4,000.00

Investments - term deposit 2 35,000.00 35,000.00

Total Current Assets $ 47,133.25$

51,429.02

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Fixed assets:Shares - Assiniboine Credit

Union 5.00 5.00

Shares Crocus Credit Union 99.00 62.00

Net Fixed Assets $ 104.00$

67.00

Total Assets $ 47,237.25$

51,496.02

Liabilities and Owner's EquityOwner's equity:

Opening Balance 44,648.83 44,648.83

Equity Change. 2,588.42 6,847.19

Total Owner's Equity $ 47,237.25$

51,496.02

Total liabilities and Owner'sEquity $ 47,237.25

$51,496.02

Statement of Operations

For the Period April 18th, 2013 - April 15th, 2014

Grand Chapter Royal Arch Masons Manitoba

2013-2014

2012-2013

INCOME

Interest Income 1,209.00 1,211.29

Chapter Per Capita 4,744.00 3,385.00

Convocation Fees 4,270.00 7,230.50

Grand First Principal Project 882.00 1,500.00

Miscellaneous 166.00 210.59

Total Income 11,271.00 13,537.38

Expenses

Assistance - Grand First Principal 2,000.00 2,000.00

Assistance - Grand Secretary 2,000.00 2,000.00

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Banner Costs 50.00 -

Convocation Costs previous year 7,598.57 5,347.91

Deposit Brandon Convocation 500.00 -

Engraving - 223.84

Grand Chapter International Dues 564.00 319.00Grand First Principal Project - -

Printing and Copying 1,395.06 582.67

Regalia 1,168.35 -

Supplies 253.79 21.29

Total Expenses 15,529.77 10,494.71

Total Expenses 15,529.77 10,473.42

Net Income -Loss -4,258.77 3,063.96

Moved by M Ex Comp Vic Bryll, Seconded by M Ex Comp Jim Barratt Carried

ROYAL ARCH PHILANTHROPIC PROJECT1984 Ronald McDonald House $1500.00 1985Eastern Star Chalet $2400.001986 Camp at Ironwood Point 2500.00 1987Eastern Star Chalet 2700.00

1988 Lennox Bell Lodge 3000.00 1989Birchbark Diabetic Camp (Kids) 3000.001990 Portage Personal Care Home 3200.00 1991DASCH Community Homes 3500.00

1992 Cancer Camps for Kids 3800.00 1993Children’s Wish Foundation 4000.00

1994 Speech & Hearing Clinic 4000.00 1995Salvation Army Kids Camp 4000.00

1996 Johnson Memorial Hospital 4000.00 1997Birchbark Diabetic Camp (Kids) 4000.00

1998 R C M P Gifts for Kids 4000.00 1999Manitoba Kidney Foundation 4000.00

2000 Children’s Wish Foundation 4000.00 2001Stroke Recovery Association 4000.00

2002 Manitobans with Disabilities Kids 4000.00 2003Birchbark Diabetic Camp (Kids) 4000.002004 Variety Club Children’s Division 4000.00 2005Big Brothers & Sisters – Brandon 4000.00

2006 Riding for the Disabled 3500.00 2007Manitoba Special Olympics 3500.00

2008 Nova House for Women (Selkirk) 4000.00 2009King Edward Community School 4000.00

2010 Selkirk Food Bank 4000.00 2011Canadian Cancer Society 4000.00

2012 Keystone #2, Demolay & Job’;s Daughters 4000.00 2013Rainbow Walk Group 4400.00

Total Charitable Donations $109,000.00 *

PHILANTHROPIC PROJECT FINANCIAL INVESTMENT UPDATE AS OF APRIL 2014M Ex Comp Jack Hooper, Committee Chair

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Term Deposit Amount Institution Percentage Maturity DatePlan 24 31,478.01 Crocus

Surplus Shares 463.00 Crocus

Shares 25.00 Crocus

Term Deposit-22879 5,000.00 Crocus 3.50 Feb 16, 2015

Term Deposit-25617 20,000.00 Crocus 3.25 Mar 23, 2015

Term Deposit-1170 6,000.00 Crocus 3.25 Apr 19, 2015

Term Deposit-9116 20,000.00 Crocus 3.75 July 26, 2015

Term Deposit-23471 10,000.00 Crocus 3.80 Jan 14, 2016

Term Deposit-66074 25,296.78 Crocus 3.25 Mar 29, 2017

Term Deposit-85801 10,535.00 Crocus 3.00 Nov12, 2017

Term Deposit-10003 20,000.00 Crocus 3.25 Feb 12, 2014 Expired

Term Deposit-20003 14,000.00 Crocus 2.75 Apr 29, 2014

Other Investments TD Canada Trust, April 29, 2013,MGI Investments not confirmed

Apr 29, 2013

TOTAL $152,797.79

Respectfully Submitted for acceptance, M Ex Comp Jack Hooper, Seconded by M Ex Comp V Bryll..Carried

Constitution and Revision ReportThere have been no requests for interpretation for this committee this year. There has been discussionregarding changes to the funds derived from the Philanthropic Fund which will be brought forward by thatcommittee after review which will require a change in the constitution.

Respectfully submitted,M. Ex. Comp. Stan PayneSeconded by M. Ex. Comp. Jim Barratt

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Grand Scribe E Report

I appreciate the opportunity afforded me to be the Grand Scribe ‘E’ of the Royal Arch Masons for Manitoba As Icompleted my seventh year, I have enjoyed the journey very much.

With the First Grand Principal I was pleased to attend some of the Chapters on his Official Visit within Manitoba,The following are the membership Statistics for Grand Chapter of Manitoba, Royal Arch Mason from January 1,2012 to December 31, 2013:

#1 #2 #5 #7 #11 #17 #21

December 31, 2012 64 27 30 33 68 54 19

Exalted 1 3 1 -- - - 4

Affiliated - -- -- -- -- -- -

Restored - -- 1 - 11 - --

Sub Total 65 30 32 33 79 54 23

Demitted - -- - 2 - 1 --

Suspended - - 2 - - - --

Deceased 1 - 4 - 1 2 -

Membership [303] 64 30 26 31 78 51 23

Life Members [11] 5 2 4 -- -- -- --

Dues Paying [292) 59 28 22 31 78 51 23

Net Loss for 2011 [8)

The Carruthers Merit Shield will be presented Red River Valley Chapter #21, who had the largest percentageincrease.

In closing, it has been an enjoyable year, in which I been pleased to work with our First Grand Principal, M Ex CompGary Dunn. I look forward to the 2014-2015 year and pledge my support to the new officers of our Grand Chapter.

In Closing M Ex Sir I am disappointed that my notice that I gave this Grand Chapter two years notice has fallen ondeaf ears, so I must continue as your Grand scribe E, for one more year only. You must find someone to take thisoffice next year.

Most Excellent Sir, I move the adoption of this report and it is seconded by M Ex Comp Stan Payne.

Jim BarrattGrand Scribe ‘E’

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REPORT OF THE GRAND REGISTRAR CREDENTIALS COMMITTEE

R Ex Comp E Smith presented the following report::Total Number of Companions from District #1 44Total Number of Companions from District #2 22Number of Companions from Grand First Principal’s District 2Total Number of Companions from Manitoba 68Total Number of Distinguished Visitors 7Total Registered Attendance 75Total Number of Chapters represented 7/7

R Ex Comp E Smith moved acceptance of his report; Seconded by M Ex Comp I Leblanc. Carried

REPORT OF THE SCRUTINEERS COMMITTEE

M Ex Comp R Turner from Saskatchewan reported that the Philanthropic Project money went to the submission of RedRiver Chapter 21, “Camp Quality”. He moved that the ballots be destroyed; Seconded by M Ex Comp D Switzer.

REPORT OF THE CONDITIONS OF CAPITULAR MASONRYRoyal Arch Masonry has had a good year. The Grand officers and District Superintendents made their officialvisits and were cordially received by the Chapters. The annual Northern trip was a success and twocompanions have made information presentations on Royal Arch to Masonic craft lodges which were wellreceived.

We have participated with other Masonic bodies in the “Masonic Family” activities, cooking at a barbeques,participating in summer parades and Christmas gift wrapping activities. The Masonic family is an effort that hasincreased the spirit of cooperation among the members of all branches of Freemasonry and we can be proudof this made in Manitoba activity.

The Chapters continue to attract new members which provides work for our companions and helps maintainmembership and interest in the Chapters.

The incoming Grand Chapter elected and appointed officers are forward to a good year in 2014-15.. Carried

Report of the Grand Historian 2013-2014

Most Excellent Companion Gary Dunn, Distinguished Guests, Companions All.

As I look back on Masonic year 2013, I am saddened to report that this Grand Chapter has lost some stalwart Past GrandFirst Principals, Most Excellent Companions Hugh Ross and Jack Webster

HUGH TORRENCE ROSS 18 October 1922 – 19 January 2013

Most Excellent Companion Hugh Ross was born in West Kildonan, and received his education in Cypress River and theUniversity of Manitoba receiving a Diploma in Agriculture in 1942. He farmed with his father into the 1960s, retiring in1978. He married Myrtle Cook in 1975 and they enjoyed travelling, fishing trips and attending many Masonic functions.

Hugh’s Masonic journey began in 1954 when he was initiated into Cypress Lodge #82 where he progressed through thechairs and was Worshipful Master 5 times, and he was District Deputy Grand Master in 1965-66.

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He was received into Royal Arch Masonry in 1963 where he was First Principal three times. He served as Grand DistrictSuperintendent in 1969, as Grand Treasurer from 1982 to 1992, and then in 1994 became Grand J, 1995 Grand H and in1996-97 he was Grand Z of this Grand Chapter.

Hugh was a member of many Masonic orders. He was a charter member of the Manitoba Crocus York Rite SovereignCollege and in 1989 received his highest Masonic honour, the Order of the Purple Cross. He was also a charter memberof the Allied Masonic Degrees in Brandon and the Grand Valley Conclave of the Red Cross of Constantine. MostIllustrious Knight Companion Hugh Ross G.C.C. was Grand Sovereign of the Red Cross of Constantine of Canada in 2000.He was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, the White Shrine of Jerusalem and the Shrine.

Most Excellent Companion Ross was humble in his Grand First Principal’s address as he said to the Royal Arch Masons ofManitoba, “You have given me the most memorable period of my lifetime, for all of which I can only say “Thank You””.Hugh was a quiet individual, but was always helpful in his own Masonic way.

He is survived by his niece, her husband and three grandsons, as well as Myrtle’s family of four.

Most Excellent Companion Hugh Torrence Ross passed away 19 January 2013.

PETER JOHN “JACK” WEBSTER 3 January 1922 – 17 April 2013

Peter John “Jack” Webster was born at Forrest, Manitoba and at the age of 18 moved to Brandon. He served in theCanadian Army for two years, and after the war was employed with Gulf Canada Ltd. He spent 12 years in PortHawksbury, Nova Scotia and retired after 39 years of service.

Most Excellent Companion Webster began his Masonic career in 1951 as he joined Brandon Lodge 19, and he served astheir Worshipful Master in 1961 and he was Grand Tyler for the Grand Lodge of Manitoba in 1993.

He was exalted in Keystone Chapter 5 in 1952 and became First Principal in 1960 and District Superintendent in 1965.During his time in Nova Scotia, he was Excellent High Priest in Keystone Chapter #24. When he returned to Brandon, heserved for many years as Scribe N in Keystone Chapter #5. He was elected Grand J in 1995, Grand H in 1996 and GrandFirst Principal for the years 1997-1998, which was the 75th anniversary year for Royal Arch Masonry in Manitoba, and forwhich he was most pleased to represent this Grand Chapter as he travelled throughout the province and to otherjurisdictions.

Jack was a member of most Masonic orders, and as a member of the Preceptory in Brandon and the Sovereign GreatPriory of Canada he received the honoury title of KCT, Knight Commander of the Temple, an honour of which there areonly a total of 32 in Canada. He was also awarded the Purple Cross for his exemplary work in York Rite Masonry.

When he was Grand First Principal for this Grand Chapter, I was fortunate to be elected Grand J and it was a pleasure totravel with “Uncle Jack”. My life was greatly enriched as he took me under his wing and helped me along my Masonicjourney.

Jack was an adherent to the United Church and enjoyed camping, golfing, curling, being with family as well as travellingextensively throughout Canada, the US, the United Kingdom and Europe.

He was predeceased by his wife Doreen, who was one of his biggest supporters. He is survived by his two daughters andtheir families. Most Excellent Companion Peter John Webster passed to the Grand Chapter above on the 17th of April,2013.

Dear brethren of the Mystic Tie, the night is waning fast

Our duty’s done, the feast is o’er, this song must be our last,

Good Night, Good Night – once more Good Night, repeat the farewell strain

Happy to Meet, Sorry to Part, Happy to Meet again

I move adoption of this report, MEC Al Christoffersen . Seconded by M Ex Comp S Payne carried

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ROYAL ARCH MASONS CHAPTER

GRAND DISTRICT #1 SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT2013-2014

Following my installation in April 2013, I was unable to conduct any Official Visitations because the Chapterswere winding down for the summer break. I resumed activities in September 2013 and was able to visit thethree Chapters on various occasions.

Notifications of my intended visits were always sent ahead of time. While one Chapter did not publish thenotification in their monthly notice, the remaining two did. During my visitation, I was well received andintroduced to the Companions in proper manner. The welcome was always warm although occasionally, someprotocol was overlooked or missing. Of the three Chapters, I witnessed Degrees being Conferred in only two.

Red River #21 was well prepared and did an excellent job on the M.M.M. and M.E.M. Degrees on threeCompanions. The Holy R.A. was conferred on two of the Companions in March 2014, while the thirdCompanion was absent due to private business issues. He will receive his Degree in April 2014. Overall, RedRiver #21 is thriving and Companions take great pride in their work, with an ongoing search for new members.

Prince Rupert #1 is trying very hard to maintain their membership. I made several visits and was rewarded bywitnessing the Conferring of the M.M.M. Degree on three new members. The work was conducted verysmoothly and in dignity. They have managed to recruit some younger Officers with the assistance of the seniorcore. They are keeping their Chapter functioning well and the future is optimistic for them.

Prince of Wales #11 is my own Chapter. It was disappointing that they could only open in M.M.M. Degree dueto a shortage of members and officers. Whether the lack of promoting my intended visit to the Companions hada bearing, or whether it was because many Officers are away for the winter season, or whether it was thedaunting winter road conditions, is left open to question. Absenteeism, especially in winter, is increasinglyaffecting most fraternal organizations. However, it is difficult to blame those retirees' being somewhere else,enjoying a warmer climate. They have paid their dues, but then the problem falls squarely upon us who arepresent. Overall, the ones left behind are certainly doing their best to keep the Chapter moving. The solutionmay lie in ramping up the promotion to attract younger Companions. The senior core would need to provide theencouragement for them to be ready to step in, and step up, for the survival of any Chapter.

Conclusion:

As my year as District Superintendent draws to a close, I am pleased to report I found it to be enjoyable andfulfilling. I would like to express my warmest gratitude to the Companions who accompanied me on myvisitations, and in sharing the pleasant camaraderie of travelling together (in occasional hazardous roadconditions).

A special Thank You is also extended to both M.E.C. Jim Barratt, Grand Scribe "E", for his invaluable guidanceand unwavering support; and to M.E.C. Gary Dunn, Grand First Principal, for his inspiration as our leader.

As we approach the 2014-2015 activities, we can confidently look forward to being in the good hands ofCompanion Jack Fryatt, who has graciously accepted the nomination to serve as Grand District #1Superintendent.

Fraternally,

R.E. Companion Ivan LeBlancGrand District SuperintendentDistrict #1, 2013-2014

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Report of the Grand Superintendent

Of District TWO 2013 - 2014

Royal Arch Masons of Manitoba

As Grand Superintendent of District #2, I have visited all the Chapters within the District, and accompanied theGrand First Principal on his visit to two of the three Chapters.

In November of 2013 I made an Official Visit to Rabboni Chapter #7 in Dauphin at their regular meeting despitesome weather concerns. The Chapter was opened in regular form, and normal business discussed. The workwas well done. The theme of my message was that each member should do something to bring Royal Arch tothe attention of other Masons. After the Chapter was closed, there was a light lunch served.

In December, 2013 I made an Official Visit to Keystone Chapter #5 in Brandon. Unfortunately weatherinterrupted the plans of some who would normally attend, and there were insufficient numbers to open thechapter that afternoon. However, there was a business meeting with those attending, and a lively discussionensued about the future of Royal Arch in Manitoba and the need for recruiting more members.

In March of 2014 the Grand Superintendent visited Keystone Chapter #2 in Portage la Prairie. After opening indue form, a practise of the Mark Master Masons degree was held, as the candidate was not available thatevening. It is expected that there will be two candidates taking this honorary degree in April. Again theSuperintendent’s message was to promote Royal Arch to other masons on a personal or group basis to helpattract new members.

Following the Official Visit to Keystone #2 on March 13, 2014, the District Two Annual Meeting was held. TheMinutes of that meeting are attached to this report. District #2 membership continues to decline now stands atonly 88 members, down from 149 ten years ago. Financially the District is sound enough that the Treasurersuggested that the District dues could be reduced, but this was rejected in order to build a bit more of asurplus. The meeting also decided that Rabonni Chapter #7 in Dauphin would put forth the name of the nextGrand Superintendent in time for the RAM Executive Meeting at the end of March 2014.

Lastly I want to thank all Royal Arch members for giving me the privilege of serving as Grand Superintendentof District #2. It has been a very gratifying experience.

Respectfully Submitted, R.E. Comp. John L. Bjore, Seconded by M Ex Comp L Hansen Carried

REPORT OF THE GRAND EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 2013 - 2014Most Excellent Companion Dunn, the Grand Executive held two meetings this past term, one on September

29, 2013 and the second on March 23, 2014. The work done by the members has been or will be presented intheir annual reports so it is not my job to repeat it. I would like to thank all those companions who took part inand /or chaired the various committees; they have done excellent work.

At the same time I would like to let you all know that there was considerable discussion on the PhilanthropicFund; its purpose, the monies utilization and the possible capping of the funding drive. I am sure this particularcommittee will have a great deal of work to do in the coming year and the Grand Executive will have a greatdeal to discuss and hopefully we will reach an acceptable resolution.

Once again my heartfelt thanks to all the members of the Executive.

Respectfully submitted for information only R Ex Comp R Porter

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REPORT OF THE REGALIA COMMITTEE

I have the honour of presenting the report of the Regalia committee for the term 2013-2014.

I am happy to report that the three principal officers new regalia is being worn well and shows no signs of wear.

We have given up awaiting the Royal Arch 50 Year Jewels and the High Priesthood Past Presidents Jewels. An interestingnote would be my last set of emails with the supplier in Pakistan on November 4, 2013:

Sent: Mr. Afzal, How is it that you can send us aprons for Grand ChapterOfficers without any problem but 50 jewels are impossible. Please

return the money and the samples we sent you.

Reply: Dear Rick, Kindly let me know , how may aprons you need. i can shipjewels with these aprons without any fail. Await answer. thanks,

The Grand Scribe “E” has ordered 10 new sashes for the Grand Chapter Officers at a cost of $68.00 each. The GrandPrincipal Sojourner’s Apron will last another year.

Our Grand Scribe “E” has also found a new supplier for the 50 year jewels and also the Order of the High Priesthoodjewels. We must also express our gratitude to the Grand Chapter of Alberta for their generous forgiveness for losing theirsample 50 year jewel.

Respectfully submitted and moved by R. Ex. Comp. Rick Porter and seconded by R. Ex. Comp. Bert Chambers.

ELECTION OF GRAND OUTER GUARDR Ex Comp J Chute, Rabboni Chapter 7, 1 was nominated by R Ex Comp R Porter as Grand Outer Guard;Seconded by R Ex Comp B Chambers. Carried

GENERAL BUSINESSM Ex Comp J Parsons presented M Ex Comp James Barratt with the “Ephraim Kirby” award from GeneralGrand Chapter International. It is the first to be awarded in the jurisdiction for special past service to our RoyalCraft.M Ex Comp J Hooper, Chairperson of the Philanthropic Project reported he received $2050.00 from theChapters last night.

INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS FOR 2014 - 2015M Ex Comp A Christoffersen and his team of Past Grand Principals installed the officers for the ensuing year.A list of officers installed is located elsewhere in these proceedings.

CLOSING REMARKS OF GRAND CHAPTERAfter all three Principal officers of the Grand Chapter Royal Arch Mason of Manitoba and theire officers wereinstalled, appropriate remarks were provided by each of them, after which the Grand Convocation was closedin form. .

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Grand First Principal’s AddressApril 26, 2014

Companions, Ladies and Guests I should first like to thank you all for honoring us with your presence. Many ofyou could have found other things to do today but you chose to spend it with us and we are all grateful.

It is customary to thank all those who got us to this point in time: The Installation Team did an excellent job andwe are deeply indebted to them, for without their efforts we could not continue; Our predecessors in Office have set afine example and we shall have to work very hard to match their efforts. I would also like to thank our Grand Scribe “E”,Most Excellent Companion Jim Barratt for staying on one more year.

I personally would like to thank all those companions who dragged me “Kicking and Screaming” to accept this task,particularly Most Excellent Companion Rick Laronde and Rt. Excellent Companion Bert Chambers, I am sure I can comeup with a suitable reward later this evening.

Most especially I must thank the one person who has allowed me take part in all the Masonic paths I have followed overthe past 42 years, my partner Peggy. She has put up with a lot and she has contributed so much to making my masoniccareer as exciting and rewarding as it has been. Thanks Peg!

Every Grand First Principal upon taking office chooses a theme for his year. My theme is:

To whom much is given — much is expected

This is going to require some explanation. We live in one of the most beautiful countries on earth. We have, for the mostpart, been blessed with relatively good health and good fortune. We belong to a fraternity which has existed for animpossibly long time. A fraternity which, I might add, is growing in much of the rest of the world. Unfortunately it is notdoing so well in Manitoba.

For a few years now the leaders of our fraternity have been working on getting more members for Royal Arch Masonry.We have a problem though because we are not able to recruit members off the street. Our members must come from theranks of Freemasons and we have not been terribly successful. We can point to one of the prime reasons why our numberstook a precipitous drop; the removal of restrictions on who can become a Shriner.

Freemasonry is a marvelous concept which endeavors to take good men and make them better. Royal Arch Masonry, andits concordant and Appendant bodies, provides deeper and more insightful teachings on the same subject of improvement.

It is easy to believe or delude ourselves in to thinking that society is not hearing us but it is more likely that we are notspeaking clearly enough.

My theme is intended to suggest that we, who are so fortunate, must ensure that Royal Arch Masonry and implicitlyFreemasonry, can grow and thrive in Manitoba not because we have buildings and committees to support but because ourteachings cannot be forgotten but must be shared with all for the betterment of society.

I hope that each of you will make a personal effort to increase our fraternity; not because it would be nice but because it isessential to society. Don’t wait for your leaders to take the first step, You, who are so blessed must do it. Help your Lodgegrow and help your Chapter grow!

Thank you for your kind attention now let’s get it done!

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GRAND FIRST PRINCIPAL’S BANQUET

The immediate Past Grand First Principal M Ex Comp Gary Dunn and Lady Sandy received their guests at awonderful banquet provided by the Holiday Inn South.All those in attendance enjoyed the entertainment and music by harpist, Leslie McInnes and the Barber ShopQuartet “Got no Piano”M Ex Comp J Parsons, Deputy General Grand High Priest, General Grand Chapter International presented REx Comp Joh Duff, Red River Valley Chapter #21 with the Bronze Medal, after which he presented M Ex CompG Dunn with his plaque and pin.

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GRAND FIRST PRINCIPALGRAND CHAPTER OF ROYAL ARCH MASONS OF MANITOBA

2014-2015

MOST EXCELLENT COMP RICHARD ALLEN PORTER

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MASONIC HISTORY OF RICHARD PORTERBIOGRAPHY

Masonic Biography

Freemasonry:

February 23, 1971 initiated in King Edward Lodge No 93.

March 23, 1971 passed to the Fellowcraft degree.

April 27, 1971 raised to the sublime degree of a Master Mason.

December, 1978 Installed as Master of King Edward Lodge.

December,1983 Affiliated with Brandon Lodge No. 19.

Secretary of Brandon Lodge No. 19 from 1984 through 2000. 2007 - present.

District Deputy Grand Master, Seventh Masonic District 1992 - 1993.

Affiliated with Wheat City Lodge No. 168 in 1992.

Joined International Peace Garden Lodge in 1993.

Master of Wheat City Lodge No. 168 in 1995

Junior Grand Warden of Manitoba 1997-1998.

Senior Grand Warden of Manitoba 1998 - 1999.

Deputy Grand Master of Manitoba 1999 - 2000.

Grand Master of Manitoba 2000 - 2001.

Royal Arch:

January 30, 1993 received the degrees of Royal Arch Masonry in Devil’s Lake, ND and joined Keystone

Chapter No. 5.

Served as First Principal of Keystone Chapter No. 5 in 1996.

Scribe “E” of Keystone Chapter from 1997 - present.

Grand Third Principal Grand Chapter R.A.M. 2012 - 2013.

Grand Second Principal Grand Chapter R.A.M. 2013 - 2014.

Grand First Principal Grand Chapter R.A.M. 2014.

Cryptic Rite:

October 26, 2000 - Received the 3 degrees of Cryptic Rite and became a companion of Brandon Council

No. 10

Served as Thrice Illustrious Master of Brandon Council No. 10 in 2005.

Recorder of Brandon Council No. 10 from 2006 - present.

Grand Steward of Grand Council of Cryptic Rite Masons of Western Canada R & S.M. 2008 - 2009.

Received the Installation Degree of Thrice Illustrious Master in April, 2009

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Knights Templar:

June 10, 2006 joined Brandon Preceptory and Priory No. 74.

Served as Presiding Preceptor of Brandon Preceptory and Priory No. 74 in 2010 and 2011.

Registrar of Brandon Preceptory and Priory No. 74 from 2012 - present.

Secretary for Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario, District 8, of the Sovereign Great Priory of Canada for 2013-2014.

Red Cross of Constantine:

March 15, 2013 Installed as a Knight Companion of Red Cross of Constantine in Grand Valley Conclave No. 36.

May 31, 2003 received the Appendant Orders Red Cross of Constantine in Grand Valley Conclave No. 36.

Served as Most Puissant Sovereign of Grand Valley Conclave No. 36 in 2013.

Installed as Recorder of Grand Valley Conclave No. 36 in 2014.

Order of the High Priesthood:

April 24, 2009 joined the order.

York Rite Sovereign College:

February 18, 2012 joined Manitoba Crocus College No. 89.

Knights of the York Cross of Honour:

April, 2012 joined Manitoba Priory No. 69.

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RECIPIENTS OF GENERAL GRAND DISTINGUISHED SERVICE MEDAL

1952 * R Ex Comp H. Wilson #10 1984 * Comp John Claney #111953 * V Ex Comp J A Callander #6 1985 * Comp Neil Simonsen #211954 * R Ex Comp J W Priest #14 1986 * Ex Comp Edward G Ashby #41955 * V Ex Comp W G Thomas #8 1987 Comp Bert Jolly #101956 * Comp G S Adams 1988 * Comp Pat O’Neal #171957 * R Ex Comp J Allen #12 1989 * Comp H. Patrick #111958 * R Ex Comp A Saunderson #5 1990 * Comp Menashe Mandel #111959 * Comp Paul R. Jeske #9 1991 * Comp John Boles #221960 * R Ex Comp E C Tatton #5 1992 R Ex Comp Norman A. Poulton #71961 * R Ex Comp W N Camerson #1 19931962 * Comp J Nelson Cotton #18 1994 * Comp Harold McKay #211963 * Comp W R Peebles #11 1995 Comp Andrew H. Young #21964 * V Ex Comp J Alex Sundell #15 1996 Ex Comp John Machowski #111965 * Comp L W Powney #7 1997 Comp Russell Yoe #11966 * R Ex Comp Alex Bey #16 1998 *Ex Comp Robert Griffith #221967 * R Ex Comp Charles Gork #1 1999 Comp Kenneth Mainer #101968 * Comp A H Eaton #4 2000 *Comp Joseph Saboraki #71969 * Comp Norman Pollock #1 2001 Comp George Hillier #171970 * V Ex Comp Jack Lawson #18 2002 *Comp Roy Watson #21971 * Comp Jack Wilkins #1 2003 Comp Lorne Cassin #71972 * R Ex Comp William McCrory #5 2004 Comp Bob Thorgason #111973 * Comp James D. Alexander #14 2005 ?1974 * Comp F. Herbert Thompson #17 2006 Comp Bob Johnson #51975 * Comp Charles V. Doner #11 2007 Comp Russell Fey #111976 * V Ex Comp E W Smale #2 2008 Ex Comp Roderich March 351977 * R Ex Comp James Berry #10 2009 Nil1978 * Comp Walter Forsythe #5 2010 R Ex Comp Len Pritchard #21979 * R Ex Comp Francis W. Knox #5 2011 R Ex Comp Ivan Leblanc #111980 * V Ex Comp Frank C. McBurney #7 2012 Nil1981 * Comp Philip E. Maxted #8 2013 R Ex Comp Ernie Smith #211982 * Comp George Brown #6 2014 R Ex Comp John Duff #211983 * Comp Roger L. Pascoe #7

* Deceased * Deceased

HONORARY MEMBERSHIPR Ex Comp R Porter moved that our first time visitors shall receive Honorary Membership; Seconded by R Ex Comp NMcMillan. CarriedM Ex Comp G Dunn presented cards to those Companions in the West.

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HONORARY MEMBERS OF THE GRAND CHAPTER OF MANITOBA ROYAL ARCH MASONS1989 or Before

Ex Comp Ellingson, N.D.R Ex Comp P. Torgason, N.D.R Ex Comp R. Glaze, SkR Ex Comp J. A. Hall, SkM Ex Comp D. Briggs, Minn1990R Ex Comp E. Hintze, SkR Ex Comp W. Hobbs, SkR Ex Comp F. B. Hammond, SkR Ex Comp M. M. Keriluk, SkR Ex Comp L. Kingston, SkM Ex Comp J. Korstad, Minn1991M Ex Comp W. R. Selby, GGCM Ex Comp M. C. Lewis, ArkR Ex Comp R. R. Andrews, MinnR Ex Comp S. Morrill, MinnR Ex Comp A. Ohrt, N.D.

Ex Comp W. Lamont Manch, G.B.M Ex Comp W.J. Parson, N.S.M Ex Comp A.O. Aspeslet, AbR Ex Comp J. A. Bell BC1992M Ex Comp S. Redgrave, BCR Ex Comp B. Brown, SkM Ex Comp N. Fiissel, SkM Ex Comp G. Anderson, MinnM Ex Comp R.E. Sautherhagen, N.D.R Ex Comp L. Bruggemann, S.D.R Ex Comp R. Gieb, S.D.R Ex Comp J.M. Drysdale, AbR Ex Comp D. Neill, Ab

Comp J. McIver, AbM Ex Comp D. Thompson, AbR Ex Comp L.S. Churchill, BCR Ex Comp W.D. Jasper, BCR Ex Comp S. L. Lentle, BC1993M Ex Comp G. Capps, GAM Ex Comp R. Munday, NSR Ex Comp G. Cook, SkR Ex Comp S. MacMillan, Ab\

1994M Ex Comp R. Sachau, S. D.M Ex Comp C. Pregra, S. D.R Ex Comp P. Fairbridge, AbM Ex Comp W. Brown, AbM Ex Comp R. Porter, SkR Ex Comp W. Gordon, N. D.

Ex Comp E. Blanco, AbEx Comp D. Boone., Ab

1995R Ex Comp L. Payne, AbM Ex Comp G. Cross, S.D.M Ex Comp A. Todd, QueR Ex Comp R Krattet, IowaM Ex Comp G. Cook, SkR Ex Comp R. Lillte, SkM Ex Comp T. Thomas, BCM Ex Comp D. Johnson, N. D.M Ex Comp Wm. Schoene Jr., GGC, NJM Ex Comp C.T. Reynolds, VermontM Ex Comp M. Sickels, Iowa

1997M Ex Comp Donald Orr, SkM Ex Comp Alvin Edstrom, AbR Ex Comp Leif Hansen, AbR Ex Comp Frank Morowski, BCM Ex Comp Richard Geib S.D.M Ex Comp Peter Kloskowski, MinnM Ex Comp Robert Allen, IowaM Ex Comp Robert Wunder, NebR Ex Comp Charles Baum, ColoM Ex Comp Henry Greenwalt, NebM Ex Comp Larry Gray, Ind.1998M Ex Comp Dave Bruce, AbR Ex Comp Lyle Dowdell, AbM Ex Comp Brooklyn Anderson, SkR Ex Comp Bill Liepert, SkM Ex Comp Eugene Layo, S.D.M Ex Comp Leo Luettjohann, MinnM Ex Comp Barnes Sharrit, MinnM Ex Comp Clinton Smith, Iowa1999M Ex Comp Wm. Baldwin, NfldM Ex Comp Gerald Hiltz, Sk.M Ex Comp Robert Anderson Jr., Mn.M Ex Comp Kevin Jones, Mn.

Ex Comp Don Whittington, Colo2000V Ex Comp Bob Sellwood, BCR Ex Comp Glen Spencer, BCV Ex Comp Ted Kuiperi, BCV Ex Comp Hugh Ferster, BCR Ex Comp King Crick, BCM Ex Comp Harlan Petersen, S.D.M Ex Comp William Newell, Mn2001M Ex Comp Stan Harbin, AbM Ex Comp Don McDonald, SkM Ex Comp Wm Kauten, IowaM Ex Comp Doug Heath, IowaM Ex Comp Jimmy Fischer, IowaR Ex Comp Lawrence Anderson, Ab2002M Ex Comp Stan Stone, Sk.M Ex Comp Don Russell, AbM Ex Comp Virgil Carmichael, NDM Ex Comp Robert Seiler, IowaM Ex Comp Wayne Bowman, NBM Ex Comp Lawrence Hanson, MN

2003M Ex Comp Len Pickell, BC/YuykonR Ex Comp H D Freeston, BC/YukonR Ex Comp Ron Beirnes, ABM Ex Comp Doug Haroldson, SKR Ex Comp Charles Marston, MNM Ex Comp Ed Carson, On

2004R Ex Comp Howard Landon, ABM Ex Comp Bryce Dougan, AbM Ex Comp Charles B ird, WisconsinR Ex Comp Don Gillies, AbM Ex Comp Peter Carnochan, Sk

2005R Ex Comp David Wilson, Sk

Comp Fred Maides, BCM Ex Comp Laren Lampi, MinnM Ex Comp Kevin Jones, MinnR Ex Comp Bob Turner, SkM Ex Comp Marvin Rogers, MinnM Ex Comp davis Burgess, MontanaM Ex Comp Ronald Miles, MinnM Ex Comp Emory Ferguson, AlabamaR Ex Comp Michael Abbott, OnR Ex Comp Peter Park, On

Ex Comp Art Payne, On2006M Ex Comp Ronald Miles, MnM Ex Comp Emory Ferguson, AlabamaR Ex Comp Michael Abbott, OnR Ex Comp Peter Park, On

Ex Comp Art Payne, On2007R Ex David Grange, BC/YukonM Ex Comp Malcolm Johnson, BC/YukonM Ex Comp Kenneth McKenzie, BC/YukonR Ex Comp Jim Lore, ABR Ex Comp Robert Taylor, ABR Ex Comp Edmund Harrison, NYM Ex Larry Holmes, S D2008M Ex Comp Robert Turner, SkM Ex Comp George Tillotson, BCM Ex Comp Eric Weigelt, AbM Ex Comp Charles Marston, MnM Ex Comp Roland Paddle, OnM Ex Comp Gerald Johnson, SD2009M Ex Comp Mike Petty, SkM Ex Comp Jim Dixon, IowaR Ex Comp Eric Shaw, OnV Ex Comp James Wilson, Ab

Comp Dale Wilson, Ab2010M Ex Comp Louis Bartrand, GGM Ex Comp Richard Glasgow, ABR Ex Comp Bill Stinson, ABM Ex John Leyshon, SKR Ex Comp William McKay, SKR Ex Comp Arnold Smith, SKM Ex Comp Rolland Mandeville, ONM Ex Comp Douglas Nygard, MNR Ex Comp Dexter Pehle, MN2011R Ex Comp W Watts, ABR Ex Comp S Hamill, SK

2012R Ex Comp D Switzer, ABM Ex Comp B Fitzsimmons, SKR Ex Comp B Pizzey, SKR Ex Comp T Wieclawsk, SKM Ex Comp J Hodge, GG

2013R Ex Comp G Onymaogi, BCV Ex Comp G Porter, BCR Ex Comp W Copeland, ONR Ex Comp A Skene, MBM Ex Comp T Harrision, NYM Ex Comp H Weaver, WA

2014M Ex Comp J Parsons G GM Ex Comp J Salvaraj ON.R Ex Comp N Downs AB

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ELECTIVE GRAND OFFICERS OF GRAND CHAPTERSINCE ITS ORGANIZATION IN 1923

YEAR GRAND “Z” GRAND “H” GRAND “J” GRANDTREASURER

GRANDSCRIBE ”E”

1923 *W D Lawrence #1 *F L Newman #2 *W G Fraser #4 * J J Jackson #1 * H F Moulden #111924 *F L Newman #2 *W G Fraser #4 *F W Brownell #1 “ “1925 *W G Fraser #4 *F W Brownell #1 *R. Hawkins #7 “ “1926 *F W Brownell #1 *R. Hawkins #7 *F E Simmons #10 “ “1927 *R. Hawkins #7 *F E Simmons #10 *J C W Reid #6 “ * F W Bronell #11928 *F E Simmons #10 *J C W Reid #6 *W M Bentley #1 “ ^ G Syme #41929 *J C W Reid #6 *W M Bentley #1 *S H Fahrni #4 “ “1930 *W M Bentley #1 *S H Fahrni #4 *A Little #1 “ “1931 *S H Fahrni #4 *A Little #1 *H L Adolph #5 “ “1931 *A Little #1 *H L Adolph #5 *J F Dart #14 *F W Brownell #1 “1933 *H L Adolph #5 *J F Dart #14 *J F Irwin #4 “ “1934 *J F Dart #14 *J F Irwin #4 *T S Cook #10 “ “1935 *J F Irwin #4 *T S Cook #10 *E T Johnson #3 “ “1936 *T S Cook #10 *E T Johnson #3 *S D Cruden #9 “ “1937 *E T Johnson #3 *S D Cruden #9 *C E Cole #2 “ “1938 *S D Cruden #9 *C E Cole #2 *J J Sinclair #11 “ “1939 *C E Cole #2 *J J Sinclair #11 *M Render #6 “ “1940 *J J Sinclair #11 *J. Gardner, #7 *J T Boyd #9 “ * A Armstrong #11941 *J. Gardner, #7 *J T Boyd #9 *C J Hutchings #15 “ “1942 *J T Boyd #9 *C J Hutchings #15 *J V Dillabough #12 “ “1943 *C J Hutchings #15 *J V Dillabough #12 *R S Jones #17 “ “* T S Cook #101944 *J V Dillabough #12 *R S Jones #17 *B S Bailey #11 “ “1945 *R S Jones #17 *B S Bailey #11 *W. Dalzell #2 ‘“ “1946 *B S Bailey #11 *W. Dalzell #2 *C F Lidster #1 ‘“ “1947 *W. Dalzell #2 *C F Lidster #1 *E E Grant #8 “ “1948 *C F Lidster #1 *E E Grant #8 *E I Waller #14 “ “1949 *E E Grant #8 *E I Waller #14 *W A Wybron #5 “ “1950 *E I Waller #14 *W A Wybron #5 *J A Tisdale #12 “ “1951 *W A Wybron #5 *J A Tisdale #12 *J C Bate #3 “ “1952 *J A Tisdale #12 *J C Bate #3 *W M Boyd #9 “ “1953 *J C Bate #3 *W Elliot #1 *W J McGregor #4 “ “1954 *W Elliot #1 *W J McGregor #4 *A C Cabel #11 “ * C J Hutchings #151955 *W J McGregor #4 *A C Cabel #11 *A J West #17 “ “1956 *A C Cabel #11 *A J West #17 *H Eakin #9 ‘ “1957 *A J West #17 *H Eakin #9 *R A Carruthers #19 “ “1958 *H Eakin #9 *R A Carruthers #19 *F C Nixon #1 “ “1959 *R A Carruthers #19 *F C Nixon #1 A L Lamont #2 “ “1960 *F C Nixon #1 A L Lamont #2 *S Bowman #9 “ “1961 * A L Lamont #2 *S Bowman #9 *W A Maguire #6 “ “1962 *S Bowman #9 *W A Maguire #6 *A E Jones #11 *W N Cameron #1 “1963 *W A Maguire #6 *A E Jones #11 *J G White #4 “ “1964 *A E Jones #11 *J G White #4 *S E Greenberg #9 “ “1965 *J G White #4 *S E Greenberg #9 *W N Cotton #18 *J O Stebbing #9 “1966 *S E Greenberg #9 * W N Cotton #18 *R Kerr #11 “” “1967 * W N Cotton #18 *R Kerr #11 J Russell #8 “” “1968 *R Kerr #11 J Russell #8 *C G Rilkoff #12 *G D GaMBle #12 “1969 J Russell #8 *C G Rilkoff #12 * R G Johnston #19, 5 ““ “1970 *C G Rilkoff #12 * R G Johnston #19, 5 *B. Newhouse #1 “ “1971 *R G Johnston #19, 5 *R W Alcock #12 ^H L Hornbeck #18 “ “1972 *R W Alcock #12 ^H L Hornbeck #18 F M Orestes #1 “ “1973 ^H L Hornbeck #18 F M Orestes #1 R W Hooper #4 “ “1974 F M Orestes #1 *C L Harvey #4 *G W Rattray #9 " "1975 *C L Harvey #4 *G W Rattray #9 *P A Winter #5 " *E E Smith #121976 *G W Rattray #9 * P A Winter #5 *G D Gamble #12 R E Hamilton #12 *E E Smith #121977 *P A Winter #5 *G D Gamble #12 *N S Orton #2 “ “1978 *G D Gamble #12 *N S Orton #2 * B Agerbak #14 “ “1979 *N S Orton #2 * B Agerbak #14 * C E Storie #15 * R E Hamilton #12 “1980 * B Agerbak #14 * C E Storie #15 *G W D Steenson #1 “ “1981 * C E Storie #15 *G W D Steenson #1 *R W Hooper #22 “ * E E Smith #121982 *G W D Steenson #1 * R W Hooper #22 *J C James #15 *H T Ross #15 * C E Storie #151983 *R W Hooper #22 * J C James #15 *L G Bromwell #22 “ “1984 *J C James #15 *L G Bromwell #22 * S F Johnson #2 “ “1985 *L G Bromwell #22 * S F Johnson #2 *W Schade #10 “ *J C James #151986 *S F Johnson #2 *W Schade #10 * J Heinz #17 “ “1987 *W Schade #10 *J Heinz #17 C C P Hardy #14 “ “1988 *J Heinz #17 C C P Hardy #14 * M S Cowie #21 “ “1989 C C P Hardy #14 *M S Cowie #21 D N English #22 “ “1990 *M S Cowie #21 D N English #22 *G A Ebel #2 “ “1991 D N English #22 *G A Ebel #2 * N A Pow #11, #21 “ “

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1992 *G A Ebel #2 *N A Pow #11, #21 S J Payne #21 *J C James #5 D N English #221993 *N A Pow #11, #21 S J Payne #21 J J Barratt #21 “ “1994 S J Payne #21 J J Barratt #21 * H T Ross #15 “ M S Cowie #211995 J J Barratt #21 * H T Ross #15 *P J Webster #5 “ S Payne #211996 *H T Ross #15 *P J Webster #5 D Holt #10 “ “1997 *P J Webster #5 D Holt #1, #10 A Christoffersen #2 “ “1998 D Holt, #1, 10 A Christoffersen #2 *Wm McKenzie #11 “ “1999 A Christoffersen #5 *Wm. McKenzie #11 Geo. Taylor #11 " "2000 *Wm. McKenzie #11 Geo. Taylor #11 Leif Hansen #7 " "2001 Geo Taylor #11 Leif Hansen #7 *Geo Feltham #21 *J C James #1 "2002 Leif Hansen #7 *Geo. Feltham #21 Jack Hooper #11 " "2003 *Geo Feltham #21 Jack Hooper #11 Trevor Lambert #2 “ “2004 Jack Hooper #11 Trevor Lambert #2 Bob McMillan #21 “ Ted Yorke2005 Trevor Lambert #2 Bob McMillan #21 *Lawrence McIinnes#5 “ *J C James #12006 Bob McMillan#21 *Lawrence McInnes#5 Ron Church#5 Trevor Lambert #2 “James Barratt #212007 *Lawrence McInnes#5 Ron Church #5 Vic Bryll#21 “ “2008 Ron Church #5 Vic Bryll #21 Dean Hawes #11 *J C James #1 “2009 Vic Bryll, #21 Dean Hawes, #11 Bill Cooper, #17 “ “2010 Dean Hawes, #11 Bill Cooper, #17 Richard Laronde #7 Victor Bryll, #21 “2011 Bill Cooper #17 Richard Laronde #7 Gary Dunn #21 “ “2012 Richard Laronde#7 Gary Dunn #21 Rick Porter #5 “ “2013 Gary Dunn #21 Rick Porter #5 Neil McMillan #21 “ “2014 Rick Porter #5 Neil McMillan #21 Al Hadley #1 “ “

* Deceased ^ Demitted < Suspended

HISTORY OF ATTENDANCE AT GRAND CONVOCATION

YEAR MANITOBA VISITORS TOTAL2014 68 7 752013 58 18 762012 53 11 642011 55 11 662010 56 14 702009 53 17 702008 52 13 652007 44 15 592006 50 12 622005 47 25 722004 55 15 702003 60 15 752002 71 14 852001 59 16 752000 68 19 871999 78 14 921998 68 10 781997 70 14 841996 57 19 761995 57 13 701994 58 11 691993 75 8 831992 59 20 791991 69 18 871990 65 14 791989 57 12 691988 54 9 631987 74 8 821986 64 10 741984 77 37 1141983 84 13 971982 108 16 1241981 92 14 1061980 87 18 105

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GRAND REPRESENTATIVES OF THEFROM OUR GRAND CHAPTER GRAND CHAPTER

SECRETARY OR SCRIBE “E”TOOUR GRAND CHAPTER

ALABAMAHiram Williams JrBox 100333Birmingham Al 35210-0333

Obed C Manning48890 Chana Creek RdTallassee Al 36078

ALASKADavid A HuntBox 100641Anchorage, Ak 99510-0641

R S Richart

ALBERTAStan Payne101-70 Dunkirk DrWinnipeg Mb R2M 5R4

Marvyn RogersP O Box 1124Athabasca, Ab T9S 1A9

Lawrence Anderson9928 Warren Road SWCalgary Ab T2J 1G7

ARGENTINAMiguel BogadoPresidente Peron 12421038 Capital Federal, , ArgentinaARIZONA

Vic Bryll27 McMaster RdWinnipeg, MB R3T 4A1

David G Stankow345 West Monroe StPhoenix, Az, 85003

G L CupissFt Huschuca

ARKANSASRoyce H [email protected] 1207Pine Bluff, AR 71613-1207

J D SavageBox 2541West Helena, AR 72390-2541

AUSTRIAHelmut RaMBurgerRauhensteingasse 3A-1010 Baden, AustriaBELGIUM

Randy Vandermuelen39 Deerwood Cr,Yorkton, Sk S3N 2M4

Alain Van Lembergen265 Rue Royal B1030Brussels, Belgium

Jacques Dumont131 Avenue Monjoie Bte 41180 Brussels, Belgium

B C & YUKONGeoffrey Stewart98 Angus Arnold PlWinnipeg, MB R2P 0Z5

Leslie Robinson [email protected] Honey Locust DrNanaimo BC V9T 6B9

Donald B Turner1452 Madron DrNanoose Bay, BC V9P 9C9

CALIFORNIARichard D LarondeP O Box 896Dauphin, MB R7A 3L9

Kenneth G Hope [email protected] Elm AveLong Beach, Ca 90813-4414

Jon D Humphreys580 Village Dr,Galt CA 95632-8156

COLORADOC W Cooper407-35 Victoria Ave EBrandon, MB R7A 1Y7

Robert Applegate [email protected] - 1614 Welton StDenver, CO 80202

Charles M Baum8519 Weld County Rd 21Ft. Lupton, CO 80621

CONNECTICUTClifford C Hartmier207 Edgemont DrWinnipeg, MB R2J 3H6

Douglas A Gray197 Circular AvenueHamden, CT 06514-1714.

Alfred Richard Kirschner8A-500 Stafford AvenueBristol, CT 06010-7116

DELAWAREFranklin R Townsen905 Bradley Dr, Wilmington, DE 19808

E L HudsonWilmington

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIAC C P Hardy113-200 Ronald StWinnipeg, MB R2Y 1E2R3J 3J3

Howard Coloman2058 Royal Farm Crt, 22-BReston, VA 20291

Elkanah E. Faux6801 Silver Ann DriveLorton VA 22079

ENGLAND

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Peter Roberts [email protected] Hall, 60 Great Queen StLondon, W. C2B5AZFINLAND

Baldur H Johnson1046 Clifton BayWinnipeg, MB

Kalevi KaukolaKasarmikatu 16D, FIN 00130Helsinki, Finland

Leif LaineTuomisentie 17Fl 05830 Hyvinkaa, Finland

FLORIDASteven Q SteeleP O Box 2740Lake Placid, FL 33862

H A Rosenthal329 Braddock AveDaytona Beach, FL 32118-4613

FRANCEY Trestournel65 Boulevard BineauF 92000 Neuilly-sur-Seine

J C FoellmerLe Luc

GEORGIAAndre E Lovas811 Mulberry StMacon, Ga 31201

Robert W Tidwell5476 Fleu Delis DrMorrow, GA 30260

GERMANYGuenter G Plueschow207 – 857 Wilkes AveWinnipeg, MB R3P 2M1

C P ThomasGoerdeler Strasse 2a D-65197Wiesbaden, Germany

Albert McGheeTheodor – Francke – Str912099 Berlin, Germany

GREECEConstantinos KorontzisFreemasons Hall 19Acharnon St10438 Athens, Greece

Marinos Petrupoulos19 Acharnon St10438 Athens, Greece

HAWAIIM A Smith394 Princess BlvdFlin Flon, MB R8A 0L2

Cletus M T Ching45 – 628 Apaukea PlKaneohe HI 96744-1701

D Y S PangHonolulu

IDAHOJohn Bjore701 Cedar BayPortage la Prairie, MB R1N 2L3

James L. Curtis [email protected] ShamrockBoise, ID 83713-8840

Merle S. Hill775 North 1150 EastRichfield, ID 83349

ILLINOISSherman ElliottBox 1231Gimili, MB R0C 1B0

Edward E DerryP O Box 227Washington, IL 61571-0227

Michael S Hill504 Augustine WayBloomington, IL 61761

INDIAS. Krishnan [email protected] Box 681New Delhi 110-001, India

D D KhetaniKesav Khunj Oghadbhai Lane,Ghatkopar, BoMBay 400 077 India

INDIANAStanley Barclay283 Augusta DrWinnipeg, MB R3T 4H3

Richard A. [email protected] N. US Hwy 35Knox, IN 46534-9007

Roger S Van Gorden965 E 1000 S.Flat Rock, IN 47234

IOWAGeorge McLeanBox 263Pilot Mound, MB R0G 1P0

Robert J Seiler812 14th PlCamanche, IA 52730

Richard D Krattet705 6th AveIowa City, IA 52240

IRELANDDonald Beattie52 Tupper St SPortage la Prairie, MB R1N 1W6

D Barry Lyons [email protected] Molesworth StDublin 2, Ireland

Cyril McBratney12 Springvale Park, Ligoniel RdBelfast BT14 8DD, Ireland

ISRAELM K “Kappy” Steiman166 Scotia StWinnipeg, MB R2W 3X5

Aitan AyalonP O Box 33698Tel Aviv 61336 Israel

Joseph Debi22 Rechov YervshalayimNatanya 42303 Israel

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ITALYAntonino ScaliaVia Francesco Battiato 12,95124 Catania, Italy

Primo GraffioneGenova

KANSASR.A. McMillanBox 52Miami, MB R0G 1H0

Wayne H RolifP O Box 1217Topeka, KS, 66601-1217

T Michael FeganBox 207Junction City KS, 66441

KENTUCKYRon ChurchP O Box 192Killarney, MB R0K 1G0

William G Hinton, [email protected] 695,Shelbyville, KY 40065-0695

David W. Ehle659 Barrett AveLouisville, KY 40204

LOUISIANATimothy J Riley171 Beckham’s Camp RdRinggold,, LA 71068

John A M Bennet1915 Alexander StArabi, LA 70032

MAINERobert D [email protected] Hillside DrHampton, ME 04444

Albert W StarbirdBox 36Solon ME 04979 - 0036

MARYLANDVernon H Huebschman1 Playfield StBaltimore, MD 212220-4557

Rev. Pennel V T Jesster7488 Riverside RoadPasadena, MD 21122

MASSACHUSETTSPaul W Rolston186 Tremont STBoston, MA 02111-1096

Michael A Brown28 Iroquois RdArlington, MA 02476

MEXICOOscar J SalinasCondominio - Acero Monterrey 915 AveZaragpza Sur #100064000 Monterrey N.L., Mexico

Oscar J SalinasCondominio - Acero Monterrey 915 AveZaragpza Sur #100064000 Monterrey N.L., Mexico

MICHIGANRobert RichardsP.O. Box # 1203Killarney, MB R0K 1G0

Robert E [email protected] E.Fulton StGrand Rapids, MI 49503

Louis C. McCrayP.O. Box #483Hale, MI 48739

MINNESOTADexter C Pehle [email protected] O Box 504 – 102 North Creek DrBiwabik, MN 55708

Leo E Luettjohann132 Twin DriveCrookston, MN 56716

MISSISSIPPIMickey P McMahanBox 1030Meridian, MS 39302-1030

Charles L. Cox2405 Northerest PlaceBrandon, MS 39042-4048

MISSOURICharles (Ted) Yorke176 Kimberly Ave.Winnipeg, MB R2K OX2

Frederick Troxel Jr [email protected] NE Colonnade AveBlue Springs, CO 64029-9697

Harley L KropfBox 528Shelbina MO 63468-0528

MONTANAStan Payne101-70 Dunkirk DrWinnipeg, MB R2M 5R4

Bradford HoffmanBox 824Conrad Mt. 59425

Fred G NelsonHC-30 Box 8061Miles City, Montana 59301

NEBRASKABert ChambersBox 395Boissevain, MB R0K 0E0

Bruce AndersonP O Box 22988Lincoln, NE 68542-2988

Mason ElyR F D 1Superior, NE 68978

NETHERLANDS

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Peter G KokPostbus 115252502 AM Den Haag, NetherlandsNEVADA

Richard Veley326 Manitoba AveWinnipeg, MB R2W 2G1

Russell Wilde2321 Meadow Brook LaneCarson City, NV 89701-5724

Frank D Foote2418 Annapolis AveSparks, NV 89434

NEWFOUNDLANDRandy Ashcroft93 Hawthome Ave. WDauphin, MB R74 2M8

Bruce WhiteP O Box 424,Springdale NL, A0J1T0

Colin ForwardP.O. Box 494Bale Verte, NL A0L 1BO

NEW BRUNSWICKAubrey Marcotte29 Crocus BayDauphin, MB R7N 2Z2

Robert Johnston26 Clarwood DrQuispamsis, NB E52 4K4

Clarence Stacey1529 Route 390Arthurette, NB E7H 4P2

NEW HAMPSHIREDennis A Sheridan55 Grays Dr, P O Box 621Littleton, NH 03561-0621

Robert H Cook155 Eastern AveRochester, NH 03867-2008

NEW JERSEYWilliam J Milligam Jr334 Lansing DrMantua, NJ, 08015

Peter YueckoBox 602 (8 Emery Pl)Holmdel NJ 07733-1811

NEW MEXICOErnest Smith15 Shay CresWinnipeg, MB R2N 1A7

Paul A BrehmP O Box 25004Albuquerque NM, 87125 - 0004

Wm. B. Pieper2267 Evening Star AveLas Cruces, NM 88011

NEW SOUTH WALESJohn S WilliamsBox 134Petersham N.S.W. 2049

W J TomkinsGulgong

NEW YORKD N English910 – 200 Ronald StWinnipeg, MB R3J 3J3

James W Hemstrought Jr2150 Bleeker St [email protected], NY 13501-1788

Philip S. Arony5 Crestwood DriveCharlton, NY 12019-2663

NEW ZEALANDGeorge Taylor108-40 Evaline StSelkirk, MB R1A 2K4

Michael D. ReidP O Box [email protected], Auckland, NZ 1310

Colin Francis Johnson1 Virginia HeightsWanganui, NZ

NORTH CAROLINARobert SchaferBox 17212Raleigh, NC 27619

Sandy Blizzard35 Country LaneWashington NC 27889

NORTH DAKOTAMerle HuhnerBox 9544Fargo, ND 58106-9544

John Bridgewell1919-17 Street SouthGrand Forks, ND 58201-8152

NOVA SCOTIABrian J Demond8 Cypress BlvdBrandon, MB R7B 2K6

Frederick W. Richard692 Crowes Mills RoadR.R. #1, Belmont, NS B0M 1C0

Frederick G. Donaldson35 Pinehill RoadDartmouth, NS B3A 2G2

OHIOT J MaxwellBox 177Grandview, MB R0L 0Y0

Dale R. RayAlexander Commons Suite 401564 West Tucarawas Ave.Barberton, OH 44203

Rodney L Carr245 N. Mulberry StLogan, OH 43138

OKLAHOMATrevor Lambert Gary A Davis [email protected] Donald G Jones

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1948 Crescent RdPortage la Prairie, MB R1N 1A2

P O Box 1223Drumright, OK 74030

P O Box 609McAlester, OK 74502-0609

ONTARIOClifford Hartmier207 Edgemont Dr,Winnipeg, MB R2J 3H6

Melvin J. Duke351 King St WestHamilton, On L8P 1B4

Maurice Edward JenkinsRR #2Prescott, ON K0E 1T0

OREGONDalvin L. HollawayBox 767 Canyonville DriveSherwood OR 97417

James E Cook13704 S E Clay StPortland, OR 97233

PANAMAAlfonso Torres GalindoBox 6-47 El DoradoRepublic of PanamaPENNSYLVANIARichard L Evans1 N Broad StPhiladelphia, PA 19107

Carl L Reed

Leif Hansen PHILIPPINES4916 Dorchester AveRed Deer, AB T4R [email protected]

Issac F Arribas Jr1440 San Marcelino StErmita,Manila, Philippines

Michael E. NunezBlock 10, Lot 1, Univille Subd.Bangad, Cabanatusn City, Philippines

PORTUGALAntonio M Gameiro LebreR Joao Saraiva 34, 11700-250 Lisboa, Portugal

Jose Antonio Silva ColacoEstrada Da Lus 228-9 DTO1600 Lisboa, Portugal

QUEBECIvan LeBlanc86 Parkville DrWinnipeg, MB R2M 2H2

Robert Kiledjian2295 St Mark St, Rm 404BMontreal, QC H3H 2G9

Brian J Dillon15 Pearon PlKirklan, QC H9J 1R2

QUEENSLAND (AUSTRALIA)Jack Hooper317 – 571 St Anne’s RdWinnipeg, MB R2M 1T3

John F. FranceP O Box 10272Brisbane, Australia 4000

Kirby J. LeekeP.O.Box 42, Everton ParkQueensland, 4053

RHODE ISLAND & PROVIDENCE PLANTATIONSKenneth M Long [email protected] Americo Dr,Warwick, RI 02889-2547

Leverette F Andrew34 Wagner RdWesterly, RI 02891

SASKATCHEWANDean Hawes484 Paufeld DrWinnipeg Mb R2G OV3

Mike Petty [email protected] 7 Box 84Saskatoon SK S7K 1N2

Donald B Low36 Logan Cres WYorkton, Sk S3N 0W2

SCOTLANDJames Barratt113 - 2145 Pembina HwyWinnipeg, MB R3T 5S9

Grahame J Smith [email protected] Arch Chambers23 St John StEdinburgh, EH8 8DG

Hugh B EdmondDunkessen, Fintry,Glasgow, G63 0XG, Scotland

SOUTH AFRICALesley N Barclay108-859 Scotland AveWinnipeg, MB R3T 4K2

Andy Van Wiekerk [email protected] O Box 30633, Tokai 7966Capetown, South Africa

Piet Henning [email protected] Box 1289 Welkom, 9460South Africa

SOUTH AUSTRALIAD McIssac38 Lonsdale DrWinnipeg, MB R2Y 0N2

Noel D FairweatherP O Box 19 Rundle MallAdelaide, S Australia 5000

Malcolm J. Hill14 Mamande Cr.Lockleys, S.Australia 5032

SOUTH CAROLINAJohnnie MorrisBox 7463

J A Prescott616 Mattison Ave

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ColuMBia, SC 29202-7463 Sumter, SC 29150SOUTH DAKOTA

A Christoffersen9 Alexander AvePortage la Prairie, MB R1N 3A3

Harlan Peterson520 South 1st Ave,Sioux Falls, SD 57104

Harlan Peterson520 South 1st Ave,Sioux Falls, SD 57104

SPAINJordi RodriguesApartado De Correos 5119E – 08080 Barcelona, SpainSWITZERLANDJ.D.M. MillerBox 7204CH 3001 Bene 2, Switzerland

H O MauerhoferBox 1897-30013006 Berne

TENNESSEEMarshall Horn [email protected] O Box 3327478Nashville, TN, 3703-5729

Jake Miles Akers Sr.P O Box 205Covington, TN 38019

TEXASOrville l O'NeillBox 296Waco TX 76703-0296

Ron J Price10205 PalestineJacinto City, TX 77029

UTAHRichard Veley326 Manitoba AveWinnipeg, MB R2W 2G1

Owen C Orton4220 South 4900 W.West Valley City UT 84102 - 4823

John L Elwell4380 South 5100 WestHooper UT 84315

VENEZUELANeptail BoyerBox 751Valencia, Venezuela

M De J LopezCaracas

VERMONTR W A MarchP O Box 1000FBrandon, MB R7A 5Y3

Donald C. Brown1232 Hebert RoadWilliamstown, VT 05679-2544

A G PrestonBox 86Chelsea, VT 05038

VICTORIA (AUSTRALIA)Ron ScharfBox 84La Riviere, MB R0G 1A0

John C WilliamsSupreme Grand Chapter of Victoria300 Albert St EEast Melbourne, VIC 3002 Australia

A L BohnVictoria

VIRGINIALyle Borgstrom114 First AveFlin Flon, MB R8A 0V3

Gordon H Spriggs Jr11010 Albert St EProvidence Forge, VA 23140

Joseph P WestfallBox 665Colonial Heights VA 23834-0665

WASHINGTONRon ChurchP O Box 192Killarney, MB R0K 1G0

Jeff Bartow [email protected] O Box 1539Ellensburg, WA 988926

Harold G Rothgeb9707 East Mission AvenueSpokane, WA 99206-3730

WEST AUSTRALIAL D Brown67 Jeffery CresWinnipeg, MB R2K 4C4

Basil J Green [email protected] O Box 405Victoria Park, 6979, W Australia

Basil J GreenP O Box 405Victoria Park, 6979, W Australia

WISCONSINGary T Parker36275 Sunset DrDousman, WI 53118

Brian J Hudy3533 S 1st PlMilwaukee, WAI 53207

WYOMINGNorman S GudbjartsonBox 263Gimli, MB R0C 1B0

Louis M Ellenberger1315 MitchellLaramie, WY 82501

Leslie N SmithRt 65, Box 732Pavillion, WY 82523

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WEST VIRGINIADean O. Hawes1226-210 Oakland AveWinnipeg, MB R2G 3G6

Gregory A Riley427 W Pike StClarkburg, WV 26301

Ronald E, Mann165 McQuain RoadElkins, WV 26241

GRAND CHAPTER ROYAL ARCH MASONS OF MANITOBA2014 – 2015 ELECTED OFFICERS

At the 91st Annual Convocation held in Winnipeg on April 25 - 26, 2014, the following officers were elected and appointedto govern Grand Chapter:NAME OFFICE ADDRESS PHONE # CHAPTER

M Ex CompRick Porter

GrandFirstPrincipal

7 River Heights Dr, Brandon, MB R7B [email protected]

1-204-728-1341 Keystone Chapter # 5, Brandon

R Ex CompNeil McMillan

GrandSecondPrincipal

336 Cathcart St, Winnipeg, MB, R3K [email protected]

1-204-887-7359 Red River Valley Chapter #21, Starbuck

R Ex CompAl Hadley

GrandThirdPrincipal

54 Barnstaple Cove, Winnipeg, MB R3R2W3 [email protected]

1-204-837-6754 Prince Rupert Chapter #1

M Ex CompJames Barratt

GrandScribe “E”

113-2145 Pembina Hwy, Winnipeg, MBR3T 5S9 [email protected]

1-204-275-2509 Red River Valley Chapter #21, Starbuck

M Ex CompVictor Bryll

GrandTreasurer

27 McMasters, Winnipeg, MB R3T [email protected]

1-204-269-7366 Red River Valley Chapter #21, Starbuck

R Ex CompBert Chambers

GrandScribe “N”

PO Box 9, Fairfax, MB, R0K [email protected]

1-204-767-2067 Keystone Chapter #5, Brandon

R Ex CompMilt Goble

GrandPrincipalSojourner

224 Riverside Dr, Thompson, MB [email protected]

1-204-778-8167 Pre-Cambrian Chapter #17

M Ex CompRichard Laronde

GrandRegistrar

PO Box 896, Dauphin, MB R7A [email protected]

1-204-638-5482 Rabboni Chapter #7, Dauphin

M Ex CompAl Christoffersen

GrandHistorian

9 Alexander Ave, Portage la Prairie MBR1N [email protected]

1-204-857-5774 Keystone Chapter #2, Portage la Prairie

R Ex CompJim Chute

GrandOuterGuard

7-222 Merrell Ave, Dauphin, MB R7N 2Y6 1-204-638-5787 Rabboni Chapter #7, Dauphin

M Ex CompClifford Hardy

GrandChaplain

113-200 Ronald St, Winnipeg, MB [email protected]

1-204-832-6258 Prince Rupert Chapter #1, Winnipeg

GRAND DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENTS 2014 - 2015R Ex CompJack Fryatt

District #1PO Box 10, Grp 317, RR 3, Selkirk, MBR1A 2A8 [email protected]

1-204-757-9121 Prince of Wales Chapter # 11, Selkirk

R Ex CompArthur Arbour

District #2 27 Westcott Bay, Brandon, MB, R7B [email protected]

1-204-725-4890 Keystone Chapter #5, Brandon

APPOINTED OFFICERS 2014 - 2015

R Ex CompFrank Toporowski

GrandSeniorSojourner

4 – 30 3rd Ave NW, Dauphin, MB R7N [email protected]

1-204-701-0421 Rabboni Chapter #7, Dauphin

R Ex CompDon Beattie

GrandJuniorSojourner

RR #3, Box 186A, Portage la Prairie, MBR1N 3A3 [email protected]

1-204-239-7681 Keystone Chapter #2, Portage la Prairie

M Ex CompJack Hooper

GrandDirector ofCeremonies

317 – 571 St Anne’s Rd, Winnipeg, MB,R2M 1T3 [email protected]

1-204-488-0786 Red River Valley Chapter #21, Starbuck

R Ex CompJohn Duff

GrandPursuivant

738 Ebby Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3M [email protected]

1-204-284-2712 Red River Valley Chapter #21, Starbuck

M Ex CompRichard Laronde

GrandLecturer

PO Box 896, Dauphin, MB R7A [email protected]

1-204-638-5482 Rabboni Chapter #7, Dauphin

M Ex CompRobert McMillan

GrandOrganist

P O Box 52, Miami, MB R0G 1H0 1-204-435-2055 Red River Valley Chapter #21, Starbuck

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CHAPTER FIRST PRINCIPALS 2014 – 2015Ex Comp J Fryatt Box 10 Grp 317 RR 3, Selkirk, MB R1A 2A8 1-204-757-9121 Prince Rupert #1

R Ex Comp L Pritchard PO Box 423, Neepawa, MB, R0J 1H0 1-204-476-5050 Keystone #2R Ex Comp A Arbour 27 Westcott Bay, Brandon, MB R7B 2A8 1-204-725-4890 Keystone #5R Ex Comp Aubrey Marcotte 29 Crocus Bay, Dauphin, MB R7N 2Z2 1-204-638-3872 Rabboni #7R Ex Comp G Strachan PO Box 1789, Gimli, MB, R0C 1B0 1-204-642-5482 Prince of Wales, #11R Ex Comp M Watling PO Box 63, Flin Flon, MB R8A 1M6 1-204-687-3135 Pre-Cambrian Chapter #17M Ex Comp V Bryll 27 McMasters Rd, Winnipeg, MB, R3T 2Y2 1-204-269-7366 Red River Valley #21

GRAND EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 2014-2015

R Ex CompN McMillan

President 336 Cathcart St, Winnipeg, MBR3K 0J4 1-204-728-1341 Red River Valley, #21

M Ex CompF. Melvin Orestes

1974 502 - 160 Niakwa Rd., Winnipeg, MB R2N5L1

1-204-255-5181 Prince Rupert #1,

M Ex CompClifford C. P. Hardy

1989 1005 Cavalier Dr., Winnipeg, MB R2Y 1E2 1-204-832-6258 Prince Rupert #1

M Ex CompDavid N. English

1991 910-200 Ronald St., Winnipeg, MB R3J3J3

1-204-895-1932 Prince of Wales #11

M Ex CompStan J. Payne

1994 101-70 Dunkirk Dr, Winnipeg, MB R2M 5R4 1-204-488-0786 Red River Valley #21, Starbuck

M Ex CompJames Barratt

1995 113 - 2145 Pembina Hwy, Winnipeg, MBR3T 5S9

1-204-275-2509 Red River Valley #21, Starbuck

M Ex CompAl Christoffersen

1999 9 Alexander Ave, Portage la Prairie, MBR1N 3S5

1-204-857-5432 Keystone #2, Portage la Prairie

M Ex CompGeorge Taylor

2001 108 – 40 Eveline St, Selkirk, MB, R1A 2K4 1-204-785-9202 Prince of Wales #11, Selkirk

M Ex CompLeif Hansen

2002 [email protected] in Alberta Rabboni #7, Dauphin

M Ex CompJack Hooper

2004 317 – 571 St Anne’s Rd, Winnipeg, MB,R2M 1T3

668-5130 Prince of Wales #11, Selkirk

M Ex CompTrevor Lambert

2005 1948 Crescent Rd W, Portage la Prairie MBR1N 1A2

1-204-857-5774 Keystone #2, Portage la Prairie

M Ex CompRobert A McMillan

2006 Box 52, Miami, MB, R0G 1H0 1-204-435-2055 Red River Valley #21, Starbuck

M Ex CompRon Church

2008 PO Box 192, Killarney, MB R7A 0G1 1-204-532-8458 Keystone #5, Brandon

M Ex CompVictor Bryll

2009 27 McMasters, Winnipeg, MB R3T 2Y2 1-204-269-7366 Red River Valley #21

M Ex CompDean Hawes

2010 484 Paufeld Dr, Winnipeg, MB R2G 0V2 1-204-668-8282 Prince Rupert, #1

M Ex CompBill Cooper

2011 407-35 Victoria Ave E, Brandon, MB R7A1Y7

1-204-727-0228 Pre Cambrian Chapter #17, FlinFlon

M Ex CompRichard Laronde

2012 PO Box 896, Dauphin, MB R7A 3J5 1-204-638-5482 Rabboni #7, Dauphin

M Ex CompGary Dunn

2013 236 Rita St, Winnipeg, MB, R3J 2Y2 1-204-290-1922 Red River Valley #21, Starbuck

M Ex CompRichard Porter

2014 7 River Heights Dr, Brandon, MB, R7B 2Y1 1-204-728-2314 Keystone #5, Brandon

All Chapters First Principals are Members of Grand Executive by virtue of the office they hold. (Constitutional Change, 1997).

MEMBERS ELECTED FOR A THREE YEAR TERM

R Ex Comp Bert Chambers Box 395 Boissevain, MB R0K 0E0 1-204-769-2037 Keystone #5R Ex Comp David McFarlane PO Box 74, Flin Flon, MB R8A 1N6 1-204-687-5898 Pre Cambrian #7R Ex Comp Gerald Tennant 21 Wilkinson Cr, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 1A5 1-204-239-1832 Keystone #2V Ex Comp Doug Scott 43 Quincy Bay, Winnipeg, MB 1-204-261-7606 Prince Rupert #1R Ex Comp Lyle Borgstrom 114-1st Ave, Flin Flon, MB R8A 0V3 1-204-667-4822 Pre Cambrian #7

R Ex Comp Ernest Smith 15 Shaw Cr, Winnipeg, MB R2N 1A7 1-204-254-0267 Red River Valley #21

MEMBERS ELECTED FOR A TWO YEAR TERM

R Ex Comp Len Pritchard P O Box 423, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0 1-204-476-5050 Keystone # 2R Ex Comp John Duff 738 Ebby Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3M 2H7 1-204-284-2712 Red River Valley #21R Ex Comp Jim Whitfield PO Box 216 Oakville, MB R0H 0Y0 1-204-267-2400 Keystone #2

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R Ex Comp Goeff Stewart 98 Agnes Arnold Pl, Winnipeg, MB R2P 0Z5 1-204-632-5673 Red River Valley #21R Ex Comp S Gwynn 233 Oliver Ave, Selkirk, MB R1A 2O8 1-204-482-6656 Rabboni #7R Ex Comp J Bjore 701 Cedar Way, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 3L2 1-204-417-6030 Keystone, #2

MEMBERS ELECTED FOR A ONE YEAR TERM

R Ex Comp Jim Chute 7-222 Merrill Ave, Dauphin, MB, r7n 2Y6 1-204-638-5787 Rabboni #7R Ex Comp George Strange 657-10th St, Brandon, MB R7A 4G6 1-204 728-9610 Keystone #5R Ex Comp Gordon Sumka 798 Charleswood Rd, Winnipeg MB R3R 1K6 1-204-895-9544 Prince Rupert, #1V Ex Comp Jake Mohns 122 Wekusko St, Thompson, MB R8N 1W9 1-204-667-2748 Pre Cambrian #17R Ex Comp Ivan Leblanc 86 Parkville Dr, Winnipeg, MB R2M 2H6 1-204-255-1553 Prince of Wales, #11R Ex Comp Barry Wendell 6532 Hwy *, St Andrews, MB R1A 1A7 1-204-7572313 Prince of Wales # 11

WEB MASTER

R Ex Comp Cliff Hartmier 207 Edgemont Dr, Winnipeg, MB R2J [email protected]

1-204-253-0902 Prince Rupert #1

MANITOBA CHAPTERS 2014-2015THREE PRINCIPAL OFFICERS AND SCRIBE ‘E’

PRINCE RUPERT CHAPTER #1,(District #1)Meets 8:00 PM, 4th Thursday,East Kildonan Temple,205 Kimberly, Winnipeg

“Z”“H”“J”“E”

Ex Comp John Fryatt 204-757-9121Ex Comp Ron AudetComp K Michayluk

R Ex Comp Ken Cox 204-489-83144-390 Carpathia Rd, Winnipeg, MB R3N 1Y4

KEYSTONE CHAPTER #2, (District #2)Meets 7:30 PM, 2nd ThursdayMasonic Temple, Tupper St. S, Portagela Prairie

“Z”“H”“J”“E”

R Ex Comp Len Pritchard 204-476-5050M Ex Comp Al Christoffersen

Comp WIlf ShellenborgEx Comp Douglas Atchison

434 Caithness St, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 204-857-3012KEYSTONE CHAPTER #5, (District #2)MeetsMasonic Temple, 8th & Lorne, Brandon

“Z”“H”“J”“E”

R Ex Comp Arthur Arbour 204-725-4890V Ex Comp Fred FjelstedR Ex Comp Bert ChambersR Ex Comp Rick Porter

7 River Heights Dr., Brandon, MB R7B 2Y1 204 728-1341RABBONI, CHAPTER #7, (District #2)Meets 8:00 PM, 2nd TuesdayMasonic Temple, 522 Main St. N,Dauphin

“Z”“H”“J”“E”

R Ex Comp Aubrey Marcotte 204-638-3872R Ex Comp Doug Cooke

Ex Comp Barry KutchorR Ex Comp Terry Maxwell

PO Box 177,Grandview, MB R0L 0Y0 204 546-3255PRINCE OF WALES, CHAPTER #11,(District #1)Meets 8:00 PM, 4th Wednesday(Except December - 3rd Wed)Masonic Temple,209 Eaton Ave., Selkirk

“Z”“H”“J”“E”

R Ex Comp Gil Strachan 204-6425482Ex Comp Garry RedfernEx Comp Gerry ZoppaEx Comp Garnet Knight5647 Hwy #9, St Andrews, MB R1A 3B6 204-481-0189

PRE-CAMBRIAN, CHAPTER #17,(Grand “Z” District)Meets 8:00 PM, 2nd Thursday(September, October, April, May)Masonic Temple,85 Church St., Flin Flon

“Z”“H”“J”“E”

Ex Comp Mark Watling 204-687-3135Ex Comp David Blatherwick

R Ex Comp David McFarlane 204-687-589885 Church St, Flin Flon, MB R8A 1L9

RED RIVER VALLEY, CHAPTER #21,(District #1)Meets 7:45PM, 4th Monday, March,Apr, May, Sept, Oct, NovStarbuck Masonic Lodge

“Z”“H”“J”“E”

M Ex Comp Victor Bryll 204269-7366R Ex Comp Ivan LeblancR Ex Comp Geoff Stewart\M Ex Comp Bob McMillan

Box 52, Miami MB R0G 1H0 204 435-2055

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INDEX

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Acceptance of Grand First Principals Address 8Address of the Grand First Principal 7-8Appointed Officers for 2014-2015 34Attendance at Grand Convocation 2014 3Attendance History at Grand Convocation since 1980 27Biography – Gary Dunn 1-2Ceremonial Opening Friday April 25, 2014 4-6Election of Grand Outer Guard 18Elective Officers Since 1923 26-27Elective Officers 2014/2015 34Flag Presentations 5 +7General Business 18General Grand Distinguished Service Medal Recipients 24Grand Executive Committee for 2014/2015 35Grand First Principal’s Banquet 20Grand First Principal Elect’s Address 19Grand Representatives To / From Grand Chapter 28-34Honorary Members of Grand Chapter Since 1989 25Installation of Officers for 2014/2015 18Manitoba Chapters - Principal Officers and Scribes 2014/2015 36Memorial Service 5-6

Presentation of Merit Shield 8Reception of Concordant Bodies & Distinguished Guests 4

Reports-- Constitution and Revision 12Condition of Capitular Masonry 14Custodians of The Work NilEducation NilFraternal Dead 6Grand District Superintendents 16-17Grand Historian 14-15Grand Scribe “E” 13Grand Registrar’s Report 14Grand Treasurer (Budget & Finance) 9-11Grievances and Appeals NilLaws and Jurisprudence NilPhilanthropic Project 11-12Regalia Committee 18Royal Arch Research & Assistance Nil