After the war, he returned to Cornell, where he received athletic and scholastic honors, including the prestigious McMullen Engineering Scholarship Award. Brother Galbraith is a Past Substitute Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Scotland. When, after 11 months, Melvin Maynard Johnson was elected as the new Grand Commander, the Supreme Council paid Stevens the homage of electing him as its first Honorary Past Sovereign Grand Commander. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.". There was a problem loading your book clubs. Sovereign Grand Commander's Medal For Distinguished Service The Sovereign Grand Commander may, at his discretion, bestow his personal award upon a deserving Masonic or Scottish Rite Brother whom he considers to have rendered outstanding distinguished and exemplary service to the Masonic fraternity at large. Brother Webber became of counsel to the firm in August, 2003.
Allocution of the Sovereign Grand Commander of the Supreme Council of But, due to increasing age, Lawrence made it clear that he would serve only until the 1910 Annual Meeting. the outstanding personality of the founders was John James Joseph Gourgas. He was raised as a Master Mason in Casco Lodge No. He also holds a masters degree in Educational Philosophy and Clinical Educational Supervision from the State University College at Oneonta, New York. The United Supreme Council of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite for the 33rd Degree of Freemasonry, Southern Jurisdiction, Prince Hall Affiliated, District of Columbia is dedicated to God, Family, and Country. He affiliated with Gloversville Lodge No. Maxwell was born in Reading, Massachusetts, in 1910. SOVEREIGN GRAND COMMANDERS M.P. George Bushnell was born in Roanoke, Virginia in 1887. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content.
; Royal Order of Jesters, and the Royal Order of Scotland. Please try again. He was selected as Teacher of the Year in 2001 by the Fulton-Montgomery Regional Technology Teachers Association and New York State Technology Educators Association. Sovereign Grand Commander IN OFFICE 2010-2016 ILL. Palmer was born in Pennsylvania in 1819, but moved to Albany, New York, in his teens where he later studied the law and started a practice in West Troy. Brother Webber began his practice of law in 1969 with the Portland, Maine, law firm of Jensen and Baird. In November 1943, he married his high school sweetheart, Lillian Elizabeth (Bette) Grube, with whom he had four sons and a daughter. He holds two degrees from Virginia Tech. The Museum & Library opened just a few months before Maxwell took office as Sovereign Grand Commander and the buildings auditorium was named in his honor in 1983. this website indicates . About 4 months after the Cleveland body was chartered, Commander Ray and Illustrious Reason instituted Red Rose Chapter of Rose Croix No. He received the 33 in Detroit in 1973, and was crowned an Active Member of the Supreme Council in 1977 in Pittsburgh. Just before being named Sovereign Grand Commander, Tompkins was elevated to the 33 by Emanuel De La Motta. Lieutenant of the Grand Master Fra' John T. Dunlap.
Historic Preservation | Brea, CA - Official Website We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? no challenges we cannot achieve. Ewan Rutherford 33 succeeded to the Council on the 24th June 2009. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work. Using your mobile phone camera - scan the code below and download the Kindle app. During this time, he also served in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve. In addition there are approximately fifty Past Deputies and past members of Supreme Council who have retired. Grand Commander Raymond refused to allow a vote saying, The Chair doesnt think it should be hurried. He also claimed the right to close the council when he pleases, which he proceeded to do. . Halkitis congratulates newly promoted Customs officers. A total of 22 men have held this office since 1813. Illustrious Samuel Harrison Baynard, Jr., 33, tells us that Illustrious Brother Abbott was a store of information, possessed a well-balanced vocabulary and fluent speech.
Formerly the controller of the Virginia Tech Foundation, he held several administrative positions at Virginia Tech following his tenure with an international accounting firm. Smith was made a Master Mason in Toledos Sanford L. Collins Lodge No. In 2001 he was elected Illustrious Deputy for Maine and also became the vice president of the board of directors of the 32 Masonic Learning Centers for Children, Inc.
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From a Point to a Line: Twenty Sovereign Grand Commanders Like most of his predecessors in the office of Sovereign Grand Commander, Smith was active in other Masonic groups, including Toledo Council No. James D. Cole, 33, was installed as the nineteenth Sovereign Grand Commander of the Supreme Council, 33, Southern Jurisdiction, USA on August 19, 2019. He not only worked to get the bodies up and running, but also he made several visits to assure their continued growth. Born August 30, 1827 in Winslow, Maine, he remained very active in the government and commerce of his native state. Grand Commander McNaughton rose rapidly through the ranks of the Scottish Rite. In those pre-Depression years, the Scottish Rite found itself in a very prosperous cycle. The Supreme Council for the Thirty-Third and Last Degree of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite for Scotland and the Dominions and Dependencies of the British Crown and other Parts of the World consists of nine members, all of whom are expert and prominent Free and Accepted Masons in Scotland and hold the 33 of Grand Inspector General. As Grand Lieutenant Commander under Henry Lynde Palmer, Lawrence was called to the office of Sovereign Grand Commander when Palmer resigned due to ill health in 1909. The foundation he built and the stability he created led to closer relations with the Southern Jurisdiction and, eventually, with all Scottish Rite jurisdictions of the world. Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Joseph Read instantly on your browser with Kindle for Web. Brother Ralston was raised in Evanston-Eversull Lodge No. In the Northern Jurisdiction a recipient of the 33rd Degree is an honorary member of the Supreme Council, and all members are referred to as a "Sovereign Grand Inspectors General." Leadership. America, A.A.S.R. He remained as Sovereign Grand Commander until the Union of 1867. He served as Governor of New York (18071817) and Vice President of the United States (181725) under James Monroe. During his term in office he saw the Scottish Rite enter the 20th century and grow stronger each decade. One of Ralstons most significant charitable endeavors was the establishment of the 32 Masonic Childrens Learning Centers now the Childrens Dyslexia Centers. He will be remembered for his dedication to bringing about a National Masonic Renewal program in 1987. He kept Albanys Ineffable Lodge of Perfection going. According to the Constitution, as the religious Superior and Sovereign, he must fully dedicate himself to the development of the works of the Order and to set an example of living by Christian principles, to all the members of the Order. Grand Commander Cole served as Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Virginia in 2001. He was crowned an Active Member of Supreme Council in 2003. He Joined Clifton DeMolay Chapter in 1970 and served as Master Councilor. Charles Iain Robert Wolrige Gordon of Esslemont 33 succeeded to the Supreme Council on the 25th June 2003. He was elected Sovereign Grand Commander in 1985. relieved Dr. Elizabeth Moore, National Supreme Council Grand Matron and 17 Grand Matrons from the National Supreme Council which created a split in the organization.
(eBook/PDF) Abstract Of Proceedings Of The Supreme Council Of Sovereign Address of the Grand Chancellor to the 52nd session of the UN Human Order of Malta inaugurates a house for displaced persons in Sambir Top subscription boxes right to your door, 1996-2023, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates, Learn more how customers reviews work on Amazon. M.P. During these difficult years in the 1830s and early 1840s Yates made what may be his most important contribution to the Scottish Rite. humbly accept your vote of confidence to be your new leader. alan wayne adkins 33, grand cross . It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to The Sovereign United Supreme Council We are a distinguished association along with our Supreme Grand Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star, and Higher Degree auxiliaries that were collectively formed as one common body to work together for the good of our organization. Raymond served as Sovereign Grand Commander from 1851 to 1860. Charles Iain Robert Wolrige Gordon of Esslemont 33. His Excellency the Most Hon. SOVEREIGN GRAND COMMANDERS ILL. Roy L. Prince 33-SGIG M.P. William A. Perry 33 succeeded to the Council on the 23rd March 2022. Benderson 1948 to 1973 - Dr. Wm. Tompkins was the Northern Masonic Jurisdictions first Sovereign Grand Commander, serving from the formation of the Supreme Council on August 5, 1813 until his death on June 11, 1825. Appendant Bodies. Bro. Following the sudden death of Leon Abbott in 1932, Stevens, as Grand Lieutenant Commander, took on the role of Acting Sovereign Grand Commander, serving out the remaining eleven months in Abbotts term. Fontenot, 33 The Illustrious Grand Orator and Minister of State III. He also served as an adjunct professor in the Communications Technology Department at Fulton-Montgomery Community College. ELECTED OFFICERS OF THE UNITED SUPREME COUNCIL COREY D. HAWKINS SR., 33 SOVEREIGN GRAND COMMANDER ANTHONY T. STAFFORD, 33 LT. GRAND COMMANDER ALONZO HAYNES, 33 GRAND CHANCELLOR X.L. Although both his father and grandfather were members of the craft, Ill. Bro. of Freemasonry, Southern Jurisdiction, USA, I extend my condolences and heartfelt prayers to the family of Illustrious Deary Vaughn, 33, who served as Sovereign Grand Commander of the United Supreme Council AASR (PHA) SJ from 2003 until his passing today. Sovereign Grand Commander Supreme Council AASR Southern Jurisdiction of the United States James D. Cole, 33 Illus. Illustrious Brother Webber joined the York Rite of Masonry becoming a Royal Arch Mason in Cumberland Chapter No. He also belonged to the York Rite Bodies; the Red Cross of Constantine; Syrian Temple, A.A.O.N.M.S. Brother Samiec, 33, served as a technology education instructor at the Gloversville Enlarged School System in Gloversville, New York. :
Supreme Council, Scottish Rite (Southern Jurisdiction, USA) In 1804, he was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, but resigned in order to accept an appointment as associate justice of the New York Supreme Court. He is also a Past Provincial Grand Master of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Aberdeen City, a Past Provincial Grand Master of Aberdeen and Kincardine of The Royal Order of Scotland and is currently Grand Sovereign of The Grand Imperial Council of Scotland. Twenty years later, he received the 33 and was elected to the Active Membership of the Supreme Council. Samuel Crocker Lawrence joined the Scottish Rite in 1862 and received the 33 in 1864. 36 on March 28, 1972, serving as a line officer and was elected Worshipful Master of the lodge in 1979. Paul of Scottish Rite. The name was quite apt as the future Sovereign Grand Commander spread the Rite west from Connecticut to the Mississippi River. in Lewiston, Maine. From 1826 until his sudden elevation to Acting Sovereign Grand Commander, Stevens served as Grand Lieutenant Commander under Leon Abbott. Grand Commander Ralston made modifications to many facets of the Scottish Rite, such as: streamlining the Annual Meeting structure; improving member retention; participating in national and international conferences; increasing the development of Scottish Rite charities; refurbishing the Grand Commanders residence, the Supreme Council headquarters, and construction of an addition to the headquarters containing badly needed office space. This Supreme Council shall and always believe in true partnership and progress. Smiths term as Sovereign Grand Commander, from 1910 to 1921, had its fair share of celebratory events. SUPREME COUNCIL OF AMERICA, INC. In 1946, Johnson himself received the award. In 1897, he served as Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Ohio. The mission of The Sovereign United Supreme Council is to strengthen and develop the mind and body-through character development programs with Scripture study to promote a life-transforming tradition that empowers our members to achieve lifelong successes in their communities and benefit to contemporary society. The MIll Grand Sword Bearer Bro. Allocution of the Sovereign Grand Commander of the Supreme Council of the 33rd Degree Paperback - September 10, 2010 by Anonymous (Author) See all formats and editions The Webbers had three children. Despite his short tenure as Sovereign Grand Commander he held this office for about 18 months Samuel Crocker Lawrences willingness to take on the challenges of the office resonates with his other contributions to the fraternity. 2023 Supreme Council, AASR, NMJ, USA. After practicing law in New York City for a short period, Simson turned his focus toward religion and philanthropy. Johnson became a member of Walthams Monitor Lodge in 1892. . It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. He was raised in Columbian Lodge, Boston in 1894, where he served as Worshipful Master from 1905 to 1907; exalted in St. Pauls Royal Arch Chapter, Boston in 1894, where he served as High Priest in 1907; greeted in Boston Council in 1896; and knighted in Boston Commandery, Boston in 1895. James Smith, 33 The Most Puissant Sovereign Grand Commander III. He was educated in the public schools of North Kingston, Rhode Island. They have two children, Michelle Marie Sellers, and Illustrious Brother John Brian McNaughton, 33. Palmer continued to practice law, served in the state legislature and became a judge in 1873. Covid-19 changes our socialization, affects our sensory perception, interpretation and motor functions; our emotions, memories and more. (USNR) and holds the rank of Lieutenant Commander, Civil Engineering Corps. In other words, he ended the meeting without scheduling another. He received the 33 in 1997; became an Active Member for Indiana in 1998; served on several key committees within the Supreme Council; became Grand Lieutenant Commander, and as such, due to the debilitating illness of Sovereign Grand Commander Webber, conducted the Annual Meeting in Grand Rapids, Michigan, in 2005. Allocution of the Sovereign Grand Commander of the Supreme Council of the 33rd Degree. Born in 1871 in Waltham, Massachusetts, Johnson later attended Tufts College (now University) and Boston University Law School, receiving his law degree in 1895. 13, serving that lodge as Master seven times. Melvin Johnson became an Active Member of the Supreme Council in 1920 and was elected Sovereign Grand Commander in September 1933 in Boston. It is right and proper that an organisation which has existed for over one hundred and fifty years should, indeed must, continue to develop and reinvigorate itself. 6 in 1826. Simson was Jewish, but his religious philanthropy extended to Protestants and Catholics as well. After serving the Council for 19 years he became Sovereign Grand Commander on 23rd March 2022. If we have lost sight of our oath, our frontline responders reminds us every day!
Scottish Rite, NMJ | History of the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction We are all meant to shine, as children do. Grand Commander, I Bro. 396 in 1876. Raymond served as head of many Masonic bodies, including the office of Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts (18491851). Palmer was active in the York Rite as well, eventually serving as Grand High Priest of Wisconsin, Most Illustrious Grand Master of the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Wisconsin, and Grand Commander of the Grand Commandery of Wisconsin. ill alan w. adkins biography orient officers Declining health necessitated that he step down on April 20, 1909, and Henry Lynde Palmer died 17 days later. The name of Illustrious Leon M. Abbott, 33, has lived on in the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction for several reasons, but most notably for the Abbott Scholarship Program. Drummond took the reins of the jurisdiction on the completion of the union of two rival groups, and he helped create the Scottish Rites Northern Masonic Jurisdiction as it is today. this website indicates that we continue to do so. He was also a member of the Royal Order of Scotland, elected Provincial Grand Master for 191416, and an Honorary Member of the Grand Lodge of that order.