04/01/2021

04/01/2021 minutes - unapproved

(added: 04/13/2021 01:52:53 PM)

Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. April 1, 2021 A.D. 6021 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 1st degree of Masonry at 7:33 pm with the following present: Bro. Doug Hodge W.M. Bro. Joe Bowen S.D. Bro. Bob Runion S.W. Bro. Dave Dunsford J.D. Bro. Jon Gaines J.W. Bro. Robert Hurd S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Bill Sutton Tyler Bro. --- Chaplin Bro. Mike Braum Bro. Bobby Bowen Bro. David Johnson Read edicts from G.L. after annual communication on March 19. Lodges can open on 2nd and 3rd degree to do degree work. Observe covid local regulations Presented 60 yr pin and certificate to Bro. Bobby Bowen. Bro. Robert Hurd to receive 3rd degree on April 15 meeting. DDGM will be received on May 6th for annual review meeting with lodge. Third degree practice will be on Thursday, April 8th, after Saloam #225 lodge meeting at 7pm Assignments: 1st section confiral - Joe 2nd section confiral - Steve Senior Decon - Bill 1st man - Jon 2nd man - Joe 3rd man - Bob 1st 2nd narrative - Steve 2nd 3rd narrative - Dave Questions - Jon Answers - Doug Charge - Henry Sickness and Distress: Bro. Steve is taking care of daughter, Randy. Bro. Doug's mother had a spill but is doing ok. The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:30 p.m. Minutes by: 2021 Secretary, Henry Mace 03/18/2021 03/18/2021 minutes - approved (added: 04/13/2021 01:41:03 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. March 18, 2021 A.D. 6021 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 1st degree of Masonry at 7:43 pm with the following present: Bro. Doug Hodge W.M. Bro. Steve S. S.D. Bro. Greg Albert S.W. Bro. Dave Dunsford J.D. Bro. Jon Gaines J.W. Bro. Robert Hurd S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Bill Sutton Tyler Bro. --- Chaplin Bro. Bobby Bowen Bro. Dave Sterbenz Bro. David Johnson Still no word from Bro. Brent on status of ball field backstop. No update on matching funds from KMF for ball diamond maintenance. Clean up this spring, 3rd Saturday in April, at 10 am. Bring white paint. Bro. Doug will cook lunch (rsvp). A request for help at Grand Lodge Bingo concessions was made. Arab Temple on Kansas ave., on Fridays. No commitment on resources was made. Sickness and Distress: The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:14 p.m. Minutes by: 2021 Secretary, Henry Mace 03/04/2021 03/04/2021 minutes - approved (added: 03/18/2021 05:02:01 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. March 4, 2021 A.D. 6021 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 1st degree of Masonry at 7:43 pm with the following present: Bro. Doug Hodge W.M. Bro. Joe Bowen S.D. Bro. Greg Albert S.W. Bro. Dave Dunsford J.D. Bro. Jon Gaines J.W. Bro. Robert Hurd S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. Bob Runion J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Bill Sutton Tyler Bro. Gary Hamilton Chaplin Bro. Mike Braum Bro. Tom Fredrick No meetings were held in February due to cold. 25 year pin and certificate presented to Bro. Henry Mace by W.M. Doug Hodge. 65 year pin and certificate presented to Bro. Mike Braum by W.M. Doug Hodge. Waiting on directions from Bro. Brent Wulfkule when to work on baseball diamond back stop. Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge will be Friday, March 19th, in Topeka. Bro. Dave Dunsford has indicated he will be attending. Sickness and Distress: Bro. Steve Smith hurt his back and will be seeing doctor tomorrow. Get well soon. Bro. Doug Hodges informed the lodge that Becky's father, Tom Powel passed away, who was a member of Mayetta, #393. Our lodge condolences to her and her family. The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:14 p.m. Minutes by: 2021 Secretary, Henry Mace 01/21/2021 01/21/2021 minutes - approved (added: 02/04/2021 01:53:54 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. January 21, 2021 A.D. 6021 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 1st degree of Masonry at 7:39 pm with the following present: Bro. Doug Hodge W.M. Bro. Steve Smith S.D. Bro. Greg Albert S.W. Bro. Dave Dunsford J.D. Bro. Kyle Linder J.W. Bro. Robert Hurd S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Bill Sutton Tyler Bro. Gary Hamilton Chaplin Bro. David Johnson #508 St. Joseph, Mo. Letter from Jeff Sowder in support of the change to the bylaws pertaining to one day conferrals. Committee returned a positive report on Bro. David Johnson for plural membership. A voted was held and he was approved. A motion was made to proceed with the replacement of the back stop at the ball diamond. It was passed. Additional funds for installation construction materials is need. We will pass the hat to raise these funds as well as ask the Masonic Foundation to match these funds. Sickness and Distress: It was reported that past master Phil Van Cola had passed. Thoughts and prayers for two uncles of Robert Hurd were extended, as they recover from Covid-19 It was reported the Harry and Rose were doing o.k. and we send them are best wished. The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:30 p.m. Minutes by: 2021 Secretary, Henry Mace 01/07/2021 01/07/2021 minutes - approved (added: 01/21/2021 03:05:46 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. January 7, 2021 A.D. 6021 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 1st degree of Masonry at 7:36 pm with the following present: Bro. Doug Hodge W.M. Bro. Steve Smith S.D. Bro. Greg Albert S.W. Bro. Dave Dunsford J.D. Bro. Jon Gaines J.W. Bro. Robert Hurd S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. Bob Runion J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Bill Sutton Tyler Bro. Gary Hamilton Chaplin Bro. David Johnson #508 St. Joseph, Mo. Bro. Mike Braum ByLaw changes were presented with an explanation of contributions to masonic youth groups. A petition was presented for dual member for Bro. David Johnson, and approved. The lodge will not pursue gaining incorporation status with the State of Kansas. Discussion on the state of the ball field backstop and fencing was held. A daylight review of the facilities will be conducted, prior to determining if the replacement material should be retained. The lodge of sorrow was closed. The lodge of sorrow was opened. Lodge picnic will be held next fall. Discussion on holding pancake feed or other activities was discussed, which may coincide with the Berryton Garage Day Sales. Sickness and Distress: The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:37 p.m. Minutes by: 2021 Secretary, Henry Mace 12/17/2020 12/17/2020 minutes - approved (added: 01/06/2021 09:39:02 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. December 17, 2020 A.D. 6020 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 1st degree of Masonry at 7:41 pm with the following present: Bro. Doug Hodge W.M. Bro. Kyle Linder S.D. Bro. Dave Dunsford S.W. Bro. Joe Bowen J.D. Bro. Jon Gaines J.W. Bro. Robert Hurd S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. Chad Linder J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Bill Sutton Tyler Bro. Gary Hamilton Chaplin Bro. David Johnson #508 St. Joseph, Mo. Discussion was held on our incorporation status with the state of Kansas. The Soloam Lodge #225 will meet on the second Thursday in January. Sickness and Distress: The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:10 p.m. Minutes by: 2021 Secretary, Henry Mace 12/03/2020 12/03/2020 minutes - approved (added: 12/17/2020 05:15:12 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. December 3, 2020 A.D. 6020 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 1st degree of Masonry at 7:27 pm with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith W.M. Bro. Joe Bowen S.D. Bro. Doug Hodge S.W. Bro. Dave Dunsford J.D. Bro. Greg Albert J.W. Bro. Robert Hurd S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. Bob Runion J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Bill Sutton Tyler Bro. --- Chaplin Bro. Mike Braum Oyster dinner at 6pm with meeting to follow. The following officers were elected or appointed and installed: WM Bro. Doug Hodge SW Greg Albert JW Jon Gaines Tres. Joe Bowen Sec. Henry Mace JS Bob Runion SS Robert Hurd Chap Gary Hamilton SD Steve Smith JD Dave Dunsford Tyler Bill Sutton Trustees: Bro. Leon Brown (19-21) Bill Sutton (20-22) Greg Albert (21-23) Sickness and Distress: Bro. Jon Gaines hurt his ankle and is on the mend. The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:15 p.m. Minutes by: 2020 Secretary, Henry Mace 11/19/2020 11/19/2020 minutes - approved (added: 12/03/2020 03:26:38 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. November 19, 2020 A.D. 6020 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 1st degree of Masonry at 7:45 pm with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith W.M. Bro. Jon Gaines S.D. Bro. Doug Hodge S.W. Bro. Dave Dunsford J.D. Bro. Greg Albert J.W. Bro. Bob Runion S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. --- Tyler Bro. --- Chaplin Bro. David Johnson #508 St. Joseph, Mo. Bro. Mike Braum In process of being in good standing with the State of Kansas and updating our incorporated status to current. Postponing Christmas basket delivery and will be sending widows cards for Christmas. Will bring cards for next meeting for members to sign. December 3rd will be the annual meeting with election of new officers. Oyster and chili diner at 6pm, with meeting to follow. Sickness and Distress: Bob Hurd and Amy had corona virus and are guaranteeing at home. The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:15 p.m. Minutes by: 2020 Secretary, Henry Mace 11/05/2020 11/05/2020 minutes - approved (added: 11/19/2020 04:48:16 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. November 5, 2020 A.D. 6020 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 1st degree of Masonry at 7:54 pm with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith W.M. Bro. Joe Bowen S.D. Bro. Doug Hodge S.W. Bro. Dave Dunsford J.D. Bro. Greg Albert J.W. Bro. Robert Hurd S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. Bob Runion J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Bill Sutton Tyler Bro. Gary Hamilton Chaplin December 3rd will be the annual meeting with election of new officers. Ostyer and chilli diner at 6pm, with meeting to follow. Financial arrangements with Raymond James are continuing and will be completed soon. A motion was made to buy or have made new white approns for the lodge. We will find out additional information on being incorporated. Sickness and Distress: The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:30 p.m. Minutes by: 2020 Secretary, Henry Mace 10/15/2020 10-15-2020 minutes - approved (added: 11/05/2020 03:45:33 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. October 14, 2020 A.D. 6020 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 1st degree of Masonry at 7:40 pm with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith W.M. Bro. Jon Gaines S.D. Bro. Doug Hodge S.W. Bro. Dave Dunsford J.D. Bro. Greg Albert J.W. Bro. Robert Hurd S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. Bob Runion J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Bill Sutton Tyler Bro. --- Chaplin Bro. Mike Braum Finance meeting was held and we are proceeding to moving moneys into investment funds with Raymond James via Brodemaucher Financial, in Lawarence Kansas. A motion was made to approve this action and passed. A motion was made to deliver widows baskets with December and it passed. Bro. Steve, Bro. Jon, and Bro. Mike will head up this effort. Others are welcome to join. December 3rd will be our annual meeting for the election of 2021 officers. Meeting at 6 pm for dinner and meeting to follow. Sickness and Distress: The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:30 p.m. Minutes by: 2020 Secretary, Henry Mace 10/01/2020 10/01/2020 minutes - approved (added: 10/15/2020 06:32:38 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. October 1, 2020 A.D. 6020 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 1st degree of Masonry at 7:41 pm with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith W.M. Bro. Jon Gaines S.D. Bro. Doug Hodge S.W. Bro. Dave Dunsford J.D. Bro. Greg Albert J.W. Bro. Robert Hurd S.S. Bro. --- Tres. Bro. Bob Runion J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Bill Sutton Tyler Bro. Gary Hamilton Chaplin Bro. Tom Johnson DDGM David L. Rake Area 5 Bro. Greg Albert contacted financial consultant and set up meeting on Friday, Oct. 9th, at 1pm, with Bro. Steve, Bro. Joe, and Bro. Henry and other who wish to be there. District Deputy Grand Master David Rake, Area 5, visited. Summary of comments: Limited attendence at Annual Communicaions, 156th session, March 19, 2021 Virtual leadership academy training was held. No chance for advance classes to be held. Open on 1st - wear masks. Focus on quality membership. Results from survey: 1- Want ability to engage in charitable organization 2- 40,000 expressed desire to join Masons. 3- Community focused Keep transitioning to online media Use MORI system for lodge information. Drawing for 1959 ElCameno to be held on March 18, 2021 Matching funds available for charaties support by lodges. Funds for brothers in need available from Grand Lodge. Scholarship applications available from Dec 1, 2020 to March 15, 2021. Sickness and Distress: The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:20 p.m. Minutes by: 2020 Secretary, Henry Mace 09/17/2020 09/17/2020 minutes - approved (added: 10/01/2020 02:46:04 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. September 17, 2020 A.D. 6020 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 1st degree of Masonry at 7:41 pm with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith W.M. Bro. Jon Gaines S.D. Bro. Doug Hodge S.W. Bro. Dave Dunsford J.D. Bro. Greg Albert J.W. Bro. Gary Hamilton S.S. Bro. --- Tres. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Bill Sutton Tyler Bro. Gary Hamilton Chaplin Bro. Bob Hurd Essay contest application documents were delivered to the Shawnee Heights High School for seniors and juniors to apply for this years contest. Due to lodge by November 1st. Annual picnic will be held Sunday, September 20th at Walnut Grove, six miles south of Stull. Bro. Jon Gaines to provide meats, brothers to bring sides, place settings and chairs. Table will be set up before noon, gathering at noon, and eating at 1pm. Bring family, friends, and others. Wear masks and stay socially distant. If rain, will meet at the lodge. Bro. Greg Albert to contact financial consultant and set up meeting with Bro. Steve, Bro. Joe, and Bro. Henry. District Deputy Grand Master David Rake, Area 5, will be visiting on October 1, 2020. Sickness and Distress: Bro. Joe had to stay home to help with his daughter's illness. The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:15 p.m. Minutes by: 2020 Secretary, Henry Mace 09/03/2020 09/03/2020 minutes - approved (added: 09/17/2020 02:32:33 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. September 3, 2020 A.D. 6020 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 1st degree of Masonry at 7:40 pm with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith W.M. Bro. Kyle Linder S.D. Bro. Doug Hodge S.W. Bro. Dave Dunsford J.D. Bro. Greg Albert J.W. Bro. Jon Gaines S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. Bob Runion J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Bill Sutton Tyler Bro. Gary Hamilton Chaplin Bro. Bob Hurd Essay contest application documents will be delivered to the Shawnee Heights High School for seniors and juniors to apply for this years contest. Due to lodge by November 1st. Annual picnic will be held Sunday, September 20th at Walnut Grove, six miles south of Stull. Bro. Jon Gaines to provide meats, brothers to bring sides, place settings and chairs. Table will be set up before noon, gathering at noon, and eating at 1pm. Bring family, friends, and others. Wear masks and stay socially distant. If rain, will meet at the lodge. Bro. Greg Albert to contact financial consultant and set up meeting with Bro. Steve, Bro. Joe, and Bro. Henry. We will going back to regular meetings twice a month, but may be opening in 1st degree. Sickness and Distress: Bro. Steve is combating asma, Bro. Doug is fighting kidney stones, and Bro. Bill is recovering from Covid-19. The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:26 p.m. Minutes by: 2020 Secretary, Henry Mace 03/05/2020 03/05/2020 minutes - approved (added: 09/03/2020 03:40:53 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. March 5, 2020 A.D. 6020 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:35 pm with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith W.M. Bro. Jon Gaines S.D. Bro. Joe Bowen S.W. Bro. Bill Sutton J.D. Bro. Greg Albert J.W. Bro. Bob Runion S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. --- Tyler Bro. --- Chaplin A discussion was held on financial investments. Bro. Greg Albert will contact an investment agent. Lodge may consider investing upto $20,000 of our liquid funds. Practice on 2nd on March 12th after 225 meeting at 7:00 p.m. Also, practicing receiving District Deputy. Bro. Richard Logsdon passed in Feb, 2020. He lived in Carbondale, Ks. Sickness and Distress: The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:25 p.m. Minutes by: 2020 Secretary, Henry Mace 02/06/2020 02/06/2020 minutes - approved (added: 03/05/2020 06:15:48 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. February 6, 2020 A.D. 6020 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:33 pm with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith W.M. Bro. Jon Gaines S.D. Bro. Doug Hodge S.W. Bro. Bob Runion J.D. Bro. Greg Albert J.W. Bro. Scott Moore S.S. Bro. --- Tres. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Bill Sutton Tyler Bro. --- Chaplin A letter from the Kansas Masonic Foundation was read outlining the availability of the car being raffled off for this years fundraiser. A letter from Bethel #58 Job's Daughters of Kansas was read requesting our interest in placing an add in this year's Grand Session's session book. No action was taken on this request. A letter from R.W. David Rake, District Deputy Grand Master requesting to attend our April 2, 2020 stated communications. Without objection, his request will be honored and we are looking forward to his visit. Bro. Lloyd Sysco has passed away in Lake City Florida and has requested a Masonic Funeral. The local chapter in Florida will provide the services. The next meeting in February will be held at the Four Corners restaurant at 6:30 pm. Wives and families are invited. Sickness and Distress: Bro. Harry McKeever's wife, Rose, is back home after recovering from a fall and spending some time in Brewster Place. The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:25 p.m. Minutes by: 2020 Secretary, Henry Mace 10/03/2019 10/03/2019 minutes - approved (added: 10/17/2019 05:54:31 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. October 3, 2019 A.D. 6019 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:43 pm with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines W.M. Bro. Greg Albert S.D. Bro. Doug Hodge S.W. Bro. Steve Smith J.D. Bro. Bill Sutton J.W. Bro. Gary Hamilton S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. Bob Runion J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Kyle Linder Tyler Bro. --- Chaplin Annual picnic on September 22 has been postponed. October 20 (Sunday) has been selected for the annual picnic at the Walnut Grove, six miles south of Stull and .6 miles west and quarter mile south. Bro. Jon Gaines will provide the main dish (BBQ), and tea and lemonade. Bring sides, drinks, and place settings. Everyone is invited, spouses, kids, and friends. Meet at noon and eat at 1. Siloam Lodge #225 will use the lodge on October 10, 2019. They used the lodge on September 12th, and were please with our facilities. A notice will be made to let everyone know to turn off water and water heater when leaving the lodge. Also, the thermostat should be turned to off. A meeting of the finance committee will be held to discuss moving money in to the checking account. A petition for transfer of membership was presented and approved to have Scott Moore moved from Lacompton #420 to Albert Neese lodge #248. The dues for the 2020 year will rise to $91 which includes a $3 increase from the Grand Lodge. District School of Instruction will be held on October 12th at 9 am. at Silver Lake #50. The annual meeting is scheduled for December 5th, with installation to follow. Sickness and Distress: The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:25 p.m. Minutes by: 2019 Secretary, Henry Mace 09/19/2019 09/19/2019 minutes - approved (added: 10/03/2019 03:34:13 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. September 19, 2019 A.D. 6019 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:39 pm with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines W.M. Bro. Greg Albert S.D. Bro. Doug Hodge S.W. Bro. Steve Smith J.D. Bro. Dave Dunsford J.W. Bro. Gary Hamilton S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. --- Tyler Bro. --- Chaplin Annual picnic on September 22 has been postponed. October 20 (Sunday) has been selected for the annual picnic at the Walnut Grove, six miles south of Stull and .6 miles west and quarter mile south. Bro. Jon Gaines will provide the main dish (BBQ), and tea and lemonade. Bring sides, drinks, and place settings. Everyone is invited, spouses, kids, and friends. Meet at noon and eat at 1. Essay contest applications will be delivered to the Shawnee Heights High School. The lodge will present a $50 scholarship to the best essay presented to the lodge, sending all submitted essays to the Grand Lodge. Essays are due to the lodge by November 1st. The treasurer, bro. Joe Bowen, has reported that one of the two CDs will be used to add to our active bank account for the payment of bills and other expenses. Siloam Lodge #225 will use the lodge on October 10, 2019. They used the lodge on September 12th, and were please with our facilities. We are planning to have the second meeting in November replaced with a family night, at the Four Courners restaurant, on November 21st. We will have two meetings in October, on October 3rd and 17th, and one meeting in November, on the 7th. The annual meeting is scheduled for December 5th, with installation planned for December 19th. Marysville lodge, where Bro. Leon Brown now visits, may need some help with work. They meet on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m., which is two hour drive from Topeka. The lodge thanks bro. Henry Mace for refurbishing the lodge sign on the front of the lodge. Sickness and Distress: Bro. Bill Sutton is out tonight because of the heat, and hope to see him at our next meeting. The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:25 p.m. Minutes by: 2019 Secretary, Henry Mace 09/05/2019 09/05/2019 minutes - approved (added: 09/19/2019 05:44:47 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. September 5, 2019 A.D. 6019 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:38 pm with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines W.M. Bro. Greg Albert S.D. Bro. Doug Hodge S.W. Bro. Kyle Linder J.D. Bro. Bill Sutton J.W. Bro. Chad Linder S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. Bob Runion J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. --- Tyler Bro. Mike Braum Chaplin Bro. Dave Dunsford September 22 (Sunday) has been selected for the annual picnic at the Walnut Grove, six miles south of Stull and .6 miles west and quarter mile south. Bro. Jon Gaines will provide the main dish (BBQ), and tea and lemonade. Bring sides, drinks, and place settings. Everyone is invited, spouses, kids, and friends. Meet at noon and eat at 1. Grand Lodge building has been sold, but Grand Lodge will be moving to the second floor. The Salome Lodge #225 will be using the lodge on September 12th. There are concerns over the plumbing and drainage to the tank to the south of the building. Tresurer Bro. Joe Bowen will investigate moving some CD money to our checking account. District Training has been scheduled for October 12th at the Silver Lake Lodge #50 for Area D. Bro. Jon Gaines and Bro. Dave Dunsford plan on going to Annual Communications. Sickness and Distress: The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:26 p.m. Minutes by: 2019 Secretary, Henry Mace 06/06/2019 06/06/2019 minutes - approved (added: 09/05/2019 02:59:41 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. June 6, 2019 A.D. 6019 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:32 pm with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines W.M. Bro. Greg Albert S.D. Bro. Doug Hodge S.W. Bro. Steve Smith J.D. Bro. Bill Sutton J.W. Bro. Harry McKeever S.S. Bro. --- Tres. Bro. Bob Runion J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Dave Dunsford Tyler Bro. --- Chaplin Bro. Scott Moore from La Compton 450 September 22 (Sunday) has been selected for the annual picnic at the Walnut Grove, six miles south of Stull and quarter mile west. Bro. Jon Gaines will provide the main dish (BBQ), and tea and lemonade. Bring sides, drinks, and place settings. Everyone is invited, spouses, kids, and friends. Meet at noon and eat at 1. Going dark in July and August. Letter on Attending Annual Communications was read by visiting ADDGM Wayne Drake, from MWGM Dale Marrow to WM Jon Gaines. We will be drafting a written response to Grand Lodge and inform them as to our past attendance issues and plans for attending the next Annual Communications. The Kansas Masonic building in Topeka has been sold and the Grand Lodge will be moving to the Kansas Masonic Foundation building later this year. Sickness and Distress: Rose McKeever is making progress and is recovering at home. Beverly Nicholson's son Dave Nicholson passed away and Beverly is still at McCrite Home. A sympathy card from the lodge will be sent to her expressing our deepest sympathies. The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:16 p.m. Minutes by: 2019 Secretary, Henry Mace 05/16/2019 05/16/2019 minutes - approved (added: 06/06/2019 05:07:39 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. May 16, 2019 A.D. 6019 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:45 pm with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines W.M. Bro. Greg Albert S.D. Bro. Leon Brown S.W. Bro. Kyle Linder J.D. Bro. Joe Bowen J.W. Bro. Doug Hodge S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. --- Tyler Bro. --- Chaplin Bro. Scott Moore from LaCompton September 22 (Sunday) has been selected for the annual picnic at the Walnut Grove, six miles south of Stull and quarter mile west. Bro. Jon Gaines will provide the main dish (BBQ) and tea and lemonade. Bring sides, drinks, and place settings. Everyone is invited, spouses, kids, and friends. Meet at noon and eat at 1. The second meeting of June (June 20th) will be a dinner gathering at Four Corners Restaurant south of Topeka. Southwest corner of Highway 75 and 56, near Scranton. Spouses and family and friends are invited. No lodge business will be conducted. Remember they do not accept credit cards, just cash and checks. ATM available. Bro. Leon Brown will be moving to Marysville on June 1 and will not be able to attend monthly meetings. Scholarship check of $1,000 will be sent to Karli Benson for her 2019 Scholarship Award. Sickness and Distress: Rose McKeever broke her wrist and is recovering at home. Peggy Smith had pains in her chest and went to the E.R. - no report on her current condition. The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:15 p.m. Minutes by: 2019 Secretary, Henry Mace 05/02/2019 05/02/2019 - minutes - approved (added: 05/16/2019 06:03:46 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. May 2, 2019 A.D. 6019 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:30 pm with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines W.M. Bro. Greg Albert S.D. Bro. Joe Bowen S.W. Bro. Steve Smith J.D. Bro. Bill Sutton J.W. Bro. Chad Linder S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. --- Tyler Bro. --- Chaplin The meeting at 4 corners went well for the second meeting in April. The annual scholarship award of $1,000 was awarded to Karli Benson, who had won the award in previous years. She will be asked to attend the next meeting to receive her scholarship, if she can. A letter promoting a fund raiser for Climax Lodge #411, a clay shooting event, was read and available for members to attend. The Oklahoma Rowing Crew stayed at the lodge on Friday, prior to the rowing regatta at lake Shawnee and will be sending the lodge a donation of $100 for the use of the basement over night. Brent Wulfkule has materials for a new back stop for the baseball field and the lodge needs to make arrangements to accomplish this replacement. We will be planning on going to Lodge #17 on a Wednesday in June to retrieve the traveling gavel. Sickness and Distress: Rose McKeever broke her wrist and is recovering at home. Beverly Nickelson fell and has 2 fractures in her hip, and is recovering at McCrit Plaza. Marilyn Stone fell also and broke her pelvis. The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:13 p.m. Minutes by: 2019 Secretary, Henry Mace 03/21/2019 03/21/2019 minutes - approved (added: 05/02/2019 06:20:40 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. March 21, 2019 A.D. 6019 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:43 pm with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines W.M. Bro. Greg Albert S.D. Bro. Leon Brown S.W. Bro. Steve Smith J.D. Bro. Bill Sutton J.W. Bro. Dave Dunsford S.S. Bro. --- Tres. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Kyle Linder Tyler Bro. Gary Hamilton Chaplin The DDGM Kim Crofoot will attend the April 4th stated communication of the lodge. The location of the traveling gavel is assumed to be at lodge #17 which meets at the Grand Lodge in Topeka. Will schedule a meeting in May to visit. A petition for plural membership was received for Doug Hodge, and approved. A presentation of the web access to lodge information was presented at the meeting. Sickness and Distress: The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:13 p.m. Minutes by: 2019 Secretary, Henry Mace 03/07/2019 minutes 03/07/2019 - approved (added: 03/21/2019 05:49:52 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. March 7, 2019 A.D. 6019 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 8:18 pm with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines W.M. Bro. Greg Albert S.D. Bro. Leon Brown S.W. Bro. Steve Smith J.D. Bro. Bill Sutton J.W. Bro. Bob Runion S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. --- Tyler Bro. Gary Hamilton Chaplin Bro. Mike Braum Bro. Dave Dunsford It was discussed and a motion was made an passed to have the second meeting of every other month be at a local restaurant. The April 18th meeting will be at the Four Courners Bar and Grill, south of Topeka on highway 75, at 7:00 p.m. Remember, they do not accept credit cards so bring check or cash. ATM is available. The DDGM, Kim Grofoot will attend the first meeting in April. The location of the traveling gavel is assumed to be at lodge #17 which meets at the Grand Lodge in Topeka. Bro. Dave Dunsford will check on it's status. A presentation of the web access to lodge information will be presented at the next meeting in March. Bro. Leon Brown attended Bro. Bill Braun's funeral last month. A sympathy card will be available at the next meeting for members to sign. Sickness and Distress: The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:53 p.m. Minutes by: 2019 Secretary, Henry Mace 01/17/2019 01/17/2019 minutes - approved (added: 03/07/2019 07:33:01 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. January 17, 2019 A.D. 6019 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:45 pm with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines W.M. Bro. Joe Bowen S.D. Bro. Leon Brown S.W. Bro. Steve Smith J.D. Bro. Bill Sutton J.W. Bro. Dave Dunsford S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Kyle Linder Tyler Bro. --- Chaplin February Sweatheart dinner will be held February 21st at the Four Corners Restaurant at 7:00. Bro. Jon Gaines checked to see that it was Taco night, but we can also order off the menu. Please contact friend and widows to see if they want to attend. Changes to the Grand Lodge of Kansas bylaws were presented and will be voted on at the annual communications. There is a masters degree work at Carbondale on January 23rd. Anyone wishing to help is appreciated. Bro. Bill Sutton will provide food at the monthly stated meeting, but welcomes any assistance and advice. Sickness and Distress: Bro. Steve Smith's daughter is continuing to improve, but still needs assistance. The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:30 p.m. Minutes by: 2019 Secretary, Henry Mace 10/04/2018 10/04/2018 minutes - approved (added: 10/18/2018 02:01:24 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. October 4, 2018 A.D. 6018 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:35 pm with the following present: Bro. Kyle Linder W.M. Bro. Bill Sutton S.D. Bro. Jon Gaines S.W. Bro. Steve Smith J.D. Bro. Leon Brown J.W. Bro. Dave Dunsford S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Harry McKeever Tyler Bro. Mike Braum Chaplin M:W: DDGM Kyle Ferlemann, Area 6 Bro. Lelland Sultz School of Instruction will be held Oct 13th. DDGM will assign jobs to specific lodges. Golden Rule #90 - block south of Spangles on highway 24 - 909 Lymna Rd. Mayette lodge will be doing the opening and will fill in any of our open chairs. Tuesday morning practice at 7:30/8:00 am. Memo from Grand Lodge read into minutes, regarding Pre-Paid Perpetual Life Membership proposed changes. Comments from DDGM Kyle Ferlemann received by lodge. CD received from DDGM with slides for lectures. Sickness and Distress: The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:30 p.m. Minutes by: 2018 Secretary, Henry Mace 09/20/2018 09/20/2018 minutes - approved (added: 10/04/2018 06:18:07 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. September 20, 2018 A.D. 6018 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:45 pm with the following present: Bro. Kyle Linder W.M. Bro. Steve Smith S.D. Bro. Jon Gaines S.W. Bro. Jon Gains J.D. Bro. Leon Brown J.W. Bro. Gary Hamilton S.S. Bro. --- Tres. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Jon Gaines Tyler Bro. Gary Hamilton Chaplin Bro. Mike Braum Annual picnic is scheduled for Sept. 23, noon, at Walnut Grove (6mi. south of Stull). Bro. Jon Gaines to provide meat service. Others to bring sides, place settings, and drinks. School of Instruction will be held Oct 13th. DDGM will assign jobs to specific lodges. Brochures were distributed to the Shawnee Heights District office and Senior High School for: 2019 scholarships Essay Contest Exemplary Teacher/Student Information was also received on hosting an Outreach Clinic for cancer screening. A letter from the KMF Annual Communication Auction Committee was received announcing the 2019 event and requesting donations of items or cash. Hoping to get Bro. Dustin Athon up to speed for 3rd degree. Bro. Jon Gaines indicated he may be using the lodge on the last Saturday of October. Bro. Henry Mace indicated he may be using some of the tables for a garage sale sometime in October. Both of these requests were received without objection. Sickness and Distress: The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:30 p.m. Minutes by: 2018 Secretary, Henry Mace 09/06/2018 09/06/2018 minutes - approved (added: 09/20/2018 02:45:16 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. September 6, 2018 A.D. 6018 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:35 pm with the following present: Bro. Kyle Linder W.M. Bro. Dave Dunsford S.D. Bro. Jon Gaines S.W. Bro. Greg Albert J.D. Bro. Leon Brown J.W. Bro. Chad Linder S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. --- Tyler Bro. Gary Hamilton Chaplin Annual picnic is scheduled for Sept. 23, noon, at Walnut Grove (6mi. south of Stull). Bro. Jon Gaines to provide meat service. Others to bring sides, place settings, and drinks. School of Instruction will be held Oct 13th. DDGM will assign jobs to specific lodges. Hoping to get Bro. Dustin Athon up to speed for 3rd degree. Sickness and Distress: Bro. Greg Albert is recovering from having surgery. Bro. Dave Dunford is recovering from a bicycle accident. We wish both these brothers well as they recover. The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:03 p.m. Minutes by: 2018 Secretary, Henry Mace 06/07/2018 06/07/2018 minutes - approved (added: 06/21/2018 06:36:09 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. June 7, 2018 A.D. 6018 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:35 pm with the following present: Bro. Kyle Linder W.M. Bro. Bill Sutton S.D. Bro. Jon Gaines S.W. Bro. Steve Smith J.D. Bro. Leon Brown J.W. Bro. Bob Runion S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Walter Ottaway Tyler Bro. Gary Hamilton Chaplin Bro. Doug Hodge (Lacompton) Bro. Mike Braum District Deputy Grand Master; R. W. Bro. Kyle Ferilman Received DDGM in due form Received a request from agent Terry Dowler from Webb Insurance to provide a competing quote for our lodge. A request has been submitted to use the lodge on July 14th. (update - an alternate location will be used.) We have a request from Bret Wulfkule to raise the "out house" (or replace...) This has been referred to the trustees. Information presented by DDGM on several masonic issues of the Kansas Masonic Grand Lodge. Feedback to the Grand Lodge was also given to DDGM to be delivered to the Grand Lodge. Sickness and Distress: Bro. Greg Albert is battling prostate cancer and may be having surgery. Bro. Dave Dunford was in a bicycle accident and injured his pelvis and ribs. We wish both these brothers well as they recover. The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:35 p.m. Minutes by: 2018 Secretary, Henry Mace 04/05/2018 04/05/2018 minutest - approved (added: 04/19/2018 04:19:17 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. April 5, 2018 A.D. 6018 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:46 pm with the following present: Bro. Kyle Linder W.M. Bro. Bill Sutton S.D. Bro. Jon Gaines S.W. Bro. Joe Bowen J.D. Bro. Leon Brown J.W. Bro. --- S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. --- Tyler Bro. Gary Hamilton Chaplin Bro. Dave Dunsford Bro. Steve Smith Pushing back 3rd degree for Bro. Dustin Athon to a meeting in May. To present scholarship awards to students at the April 19th meeting. There will be a practice on April 12th at 7 pm on presenting the 3rd and receiving the DDGM. Sickness and Distress: Rose MeKeever has returned home from the hospital and is doing well. We wish her the best. The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:35 p.m. Minutes by: 2018 Secretary, Henry Mace 03/18/2018 03/15/2018 minutes - approved (added: 04/05/2018 06:22:25 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. March 15, 2018 A.D. 6018 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 2nd degree of Masonry at 7:40 pm with the following present: Bro. Kyle Linder W.M. Bro. Bill Sutton S.D. Bro. Jon Gaines S.W. Bro. Dave Dunsford J.D. Bro. Leon Brown J.W. Bro. Steve Smith S.S. Bro. --- Tres. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. --- Tyler Bro. Gary Hamilton Chaplin Bro. Mike Braum Bro. Dustin Athon Bro. Dustin Athon receives the 2nd degree. Sweetheart Dinner scheduled for March 22nd at 6:30 pm at the Kansas Buffet (Huntoon and Wanamaker) Will open at 7 pm on April 19th to present the 3rd degree to Dustin Athon. Will practice on April 12th at 7 pm for the 3rd degree. Sickness and Distress: The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 9:15 p.m. Minutes by: 2018 Secretary, Henry Mace 03/01/2018 03/01/2018 minutes - approved (added: 03/15/2018 01:41:01 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. March 1, 2018 A.D. 6018 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 1st degree of Masonry at 7:45 pm with the following present: Bro. Kyle Linder W.M. Bro. Bill Sutton S.D. Bro. Jon Gaines S.W. Bro. Greg Albert J.D. Bro. Leon Brown J.W. Bro. Chad Linder S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Walter Ottaway Tyler Bro. --- Chaplin Bro. Dustin Athon Bro. Dave Dunsford Bro. Steve Smith Bro. Cecil George Presented 2nd and 3rd narratives to Bro. Dustin Athon via slide projector from Bro. Dave Dunsford. Bro. Dustin Athon will receive the 2nd degree on March 15th at 7pm. There will be a practice session on March 8th at 7pm. Sweetheart Dinner scheduled for February 22nd at 7 pm at the Kansas Buffett (17th and Wanamaker) Sickness and Distress: The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:15 p.m. Minutes by: 2018 Secretary, Henry Mace 02/15/2018 02/15/2018 minutes - approved (added: 03/01/2018 06:05:39 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. February 15, 2018 A.D. 6018 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 2nd degree of Masonry at 7:25 pm with the following present: Bro. Kyle Linder W.M. Bro. Bill Sutton S.D. Bro. Walter Ottaway S.W. Bro. Greg Albert J.D. Bro. Leon Brown J.W. Bro. Steve Smith S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. --- Tyler Bro. --- Chaplin Bro. Bob Runion Bro. Dave Dunsford Bro. Mike Braum Motion to purchase TCL 55" smart tv passed. Secretary will pick up tv for March 1 meeting. Practice for 2nd degree will be held after meeting. Dustion Athon to receive 2nd degree on March 1. Sweetheart Dinner scheduled for February 22nd at 7 pm at the Kansas Buffett (17th and Wanamaker) Sickness and Distress: Bro. Jon Gaines is out with the flue and we all wish him well through his anticipated recovery. The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:15 p.m. Minutes by: 2018 Secretary, Henry Mace 02/01/2018 02/01/2018 minutes - approved (added: 02/15/2018 03:17:19 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. February 1, 2018 A.D. 6018 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 2nd degree of Masonry at 8:00 pm with the following present: Bro. Kyle Linder W.M. Bro. Bill Sutton S.D. Bro. Jon Gaines S.W. Bro. Greg Albert J.D. Bro. Steve Smith J.W. Bro. Chad Linder S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Walter Ottaway Tyler Bro. Gary Hamilton Chaplin Discussion was held on the purchase of a tv to replace projector. Options will be researched and presented to lodge. Bro. Dave Dunsford may bring projector for use with slides. Will open on the 2nd if Dustin Athon has received 2nd and 3rd narratives for the 1st degree. Sickness and Distress: The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:43 p.m. Minutes by: 2018 Secretary, Henry Mace 01/18/2018 01/18/2018 minutes - approved (added: 02/01/2018 03:45:37 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. January 18, 2018 A.D. 6018 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 1st degree of Masonry at 7:30 pm with the following present: Bro. Kyle Linder W.M. Bro. Joe Bowen S.D. Bro. Jon Gaines S.W. Bro. Dave Dunsford J.D. Bro. Leon Brown J.W. Bro. Chad Linder S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Walter Ottaway Tyler Bro. --- Chaplin Bro. Greg Albert Bro. Harry McKeever Bro. Steve Smith Dustin Athon was entered in the degree of Entered Apprentance. Proposed changes to the By Laws of the Grand Lodge of Kansas were presented. District meeting will be held on January 27th. Sweethearts dinner will be held on February 22, at the All American Buffett. At Hutton and Wanamaker at 7:00 pm. Dustion Athon will receive the 2nd degree on February 15, beginning at 7 pm. We will open the February 1st meeting on the 1st degree and present the 2nd and 3rd lectures to Dustin Athon. Followed by practice on the 2nd degree. Sickness and Distress: The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 9:15 p.m. Minutes by: 2018 Secretary, Henry Mace 01/05/2018 minutes 01/05/2018 - approved (added: 01/18/2018 03:27:50 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. January 5, 2018 A.D. 6018 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 1rd degree of Masonry at 7:30 pm with the following present: Bro. Kyle Linder W.M. Bro. Bill Sutten S.D. Bro. Jon Gaines S.W. Bro. Dave Dunsford J.D. Bro. Dave Strubenz J.W. Bro. Chad Linder S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. -- J.S. Bro. -------------- Sec. Bro. Steve Smith Tyler Bro. Gary Hamilton Chaplin The Master led the Lodge in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. Joe Bowen reported on the delivery of the Christmas Baskets to the widows of the Lodge. The Lodge will be putting on a 1st degree for a Dusten Athan on Jan. 18th starting at 7:00 pm. Sickness and Distress: Leon browns mother passed away Jan. 4th the lodge will send him a sympathy card. The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:15 p.m. Minutes by: 2018 Treasurer, Joe Bowen (thanks Joe, 2018 Sec. Henry) 12/21/2017 12/21/2017 minutes - approved (added: 01/18/2018 03:23:23 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge #248 AF & AM, Dec. 21st, 20 17, A.D. 6017 A stated communication was opened at 7:30 PM on the 1st degree of Masonry. The installation of officers and appointments for Albert Neese Lodge #248 for the year 2018 commenced with WB Dave Dunsford as the Installing Master and WB Harry McKeever as the Installing Marshall. Those present and being installed were: Brother Kyle Linder as Worshipful Master, WB John Gaines as Senior Warden, WB Leon Brown as Junior Warden, WB Gary Hamilton as Chaplain, WB Bill Sutton as Senior Deacon, and Brother Chad Linder as Senior Steward. After the installation of officers, WB Kyle then opened the lodge in due form on the 1st Degree of Masonry and conducted his first business meeting. He led the brethren in the Pledge of Allegiance to our flag, then with no communications or bills being presented, moved onto old business. WB Harry reported that the fruit baskets for our widows had all been delivered and were very much appreciated by all of the widows receiving them. Degree work was set up for Jan. 18th for the initiation of Dustin Athen. Conferral of the degree will be done by WB Leon Brown opening the lodge at 7:00 PM minutes by Bro. Leon Brown (thanks from absent sec. Bro. Henry Mace) 12/07/2017 12/07/2017 minutes - approved (added: 01/18/2018 02:42:44 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. December 7, 2017 A.D. 6017 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:30 pm with the following present: Bro. Walter Ottaway W.M. Bro. Leon Brown S.D. Bro. Kyle Linder S.W. Bro. Bill Sutton J.D. Bro. John Gaines J.W. Bro. Greg Albert S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. Dave Sterbenz J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Steve Smith Tyler Bro. Gary Hamilton Chaplin Bro. Cecil George Bro. Mike Braum Bro. Harry McKeever Bro. Dave Dunsford Treasurer's annual report was presented and approved. Secretary's annual report was presented and approved. Petition for membership was presented for Dustin Athen, and approved. An investigation committee was formed - Bro. Chad Linder, Bro. Leon Brown, Bro. Joe Bowen Investigation committee reported favorably on candidate Dustin Athen. Degree work will be held on December 18th. The follow officers were elected for 2018: WM - Bro. Kyle Linder SW - Bro. Jon Gaines JW - Bro. Leon Brown Tres. - Bro. Joe Bowen Sec. - Bro. Henry Mace Tyler - Bro. Walter Ottaway Trustees: Bro. Harry McKeever service ends (2015 - 2017) Bro. Leon Brown (2016 -2018) Bro. Steve Smith (2017 - 2019) Bro. Greg Albert elected (2018 - 2020) Installation of officers will be held at next meeting, December 21, 2017. Widows baskets will be purchased and delivered by Bro. Mike Braum and Bro. Harry McKeever. Any one wishing to help to contact Bro. Mike. Sickness and Distress: The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 9:15 p.m. Minutes by: 2017 Secretary, Henry Mace 11/16/2017 11/16/2017 minutest - approved (added: 12/07/2017 02:57:28 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. November 16, 2017 A.D. 6017 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:30 pm with the following present: Bro. Walter Ottaway W.M. Bro. Leon Brown S.D. Bro. Steve Smith S.W. Bro. Gary Hamilton J.D. Bro. John Gaines J.W. Bro. Greg Albert S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. -- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. -- Tyler Bro. Gary Hamilton Chaplin Dave Sterbenz Mike Braum Grand Lodge Scholarship application have been sent to local school counselors. Essay contest check sent to local winner, Kourtney Schmick. Outstanding recognition award information sent to local school superintendent for distribution to local schools for recognition of outstanding students and teachers. Next meeting will be for the election of 2018 officers. Meet at 6:30 for meal. Bro. Leon Brown and Bro. Joe Bowen and Bro. Steve Smith will purchase apples, oysters, crackers, and vegetables. Bro. Greg Albert will bring a relish tray. Bro. Gary Hamilton will bring his famous Texas Chili. Widows baskets will be purchased (motion made and approved) and delivered by Bro. Mike Braum. Any one wishing to help to contact Bro. Mike. Sickness and Distress: The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:00 p.m. Minutes by: 2017 Secretary, Henry Mace 11/02/2017 11/02/2017 minutes - approved (added: 11/16/2017 04:01:56 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. November 2, 2017 A.D. 6017 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:30 pm with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith W.M. Bro. Leon Brown S.D. Bro. Kyle Linder S.W. Bro. Bill Sutton J.D. Bro. John Gaines J.W. Bro. Greg Albert S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. -- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Steve Smith Tyler Bro. Gary Hamilton Chaplin Dave Dunsford Read essays submit by two Shawnee Heights students for Essay Contest. Award first place to Kourtney Schmich, who will receive a $50.00 scholarship check from the lodge and have her essay submitted to the Kansas Masonic Lodge for state competition. Submitting Exemplary Award information from the Grand Lodge to Shawnee Heights school district, to allow them to select a teacher or student for outstanding recognition. A bill for furnace repair was submitted by Leon Brown and approved for payment. Sickness and Distress: Bro. Bobbie Bowen's sister, Beverly Nicholson is doing better and the lodge wisher her well. The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:00 p.m. Minutes by: 2017 Secretary, Henry Mace 10/05/2017 10/05/2017 minutes - approved (added: 11/16/2017 03:49:20 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. October 5, 2017 A.D. 6017 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:45 pm with the following present: Bro. Walter Ottoway W.M. Bro. Leon Brown S.D. Bro. Steve Smith S.W. Bro. Harry McKeever J.D. Bro. John Gaines J.W. Bro. Gary Hamilton S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. -- J.S. Bro. -------------- Sec. Bro. Bill Sutton Tyler Bro. Gary Hamilton Chaplin The furnace needs to be serviced or look at before winter. Joe Bowen and Leon Brown will look into preparing the furnace for the upcoming cooler weather. Sickness and Distress: Bro. Bobbie Bowen's sister, Beverly Nicholson is still having issues with her spin, but is back home now. The lodge wisher her well. The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:15 p.m. Minutes by: 2017 Treasurer, Joe Bowen 09/07/2017 09/07/2017 minutes - approved (added: 09/21/2017 06:22:51 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. September 7, 2017 A.D. 6017 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:40 pm with the following present: Bro. Walter Ottoway W.M. Bro. Harry McKeever S.D. Bro. Steve Smith S.W. Bro. Bill Sutton J.D. Bro. John Gaines J.W. Bro. Greg Albert S.S. Bro. -- Tres. Bro. -- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Bob Runion Tyler Bro. Gary Hamilton chaplin Essay contest application forms will be delivered to the Shawnee Heights High School. Any entries will be reviewed by the lodge before being sent to the Grand Lodge in November. Instead of the annual picnic, a lunch will be held at the lodge at noon on September 10th. Bro. Bill Radtke passed away on August 16th and a memorial will be held on September 17th at 2pm at the Grandview Woods in Smith Center. Sickness and Distress: Bro. Joe Bowen's wife Nancy was in the hospital but has thankfully recovered and is at home. Bro. Bobbie Bowen's sister is having issues with her spin and the lodge wisher her well. The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:15 p.m. Minutes by: 2017 Secretary, Henry Mace 06/01/2017 06/01/2017 minutes - approved (added: 06/15/2017 06:41:28 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. June 1, 2017 A.D. 6017 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:45 pm with the following present: Bro. Walter Ottoway W.M. Bro. Steve Smith S.D. Bro. Kyle Linder S.W. Bro. Gary Hamilton J.D. Bro. John Gaines J.W. Bro. Chad Linder S.S. Bro. -- Tres. Bro. -- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Bob Runion Tyler Bro. Gary Hamilton chaplin Discussion on annual picnic. Tentative scheduled for Sept 10th at Walnut Grove South of Stull (6 miles, then west 1/4 of a mile). Jon Gaines to provide BBQ. Bring side dish and drinks and plates and friends. Meet at noon, eat around 1 pm. Sickness and Distress: The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:15 p.m. Minutes by: 2017 Secretary, Henry Mace 05/04/2017 05/04/2017 minutes - approved (added: 05/18/2017 07:06:54 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. May 4, 2017 A.D. 6017 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:55 pm with the following present: Bro. Walter Ottoway W.M. Bro. Leon Brown S.D. Bro. Steve Smith S.W. Bro. Bill Sutton J.D. Bro. John Gaines J.W. Bro. Greg Albert S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. -- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Bob Runion Tyler Bro. Gary Hamilton chaplin Bro. Harry McKeever Bro. Bobbi Bowen A decision on replacing the water heater was differed to a later meeting. Minnesota Rowing Crew stayed at the lodge on Friday, April 28th and enjoyed their brief stay, leaving a $150 donation for the lodge. We need to fix women's toilet, put in glass in kitchen shelves, and general cleaning. Scholarship checks will be present to recipients, Karli Benson, Emily Springer, and Jordan Legino at our next scheduled meeting (if they can). Motion made to send $20 to Shrine Bowl for entry into annual program. passed. Motion made to send $50 to Job's Daughter for assistance in hosting annual convention in 2019. passed. Sickness and Distress: Harry reported Rose is still in pain but was able to do some walking, which is positive progress. The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:40 p.m. Minutes by: 2017 Secretary, Henry Mace 03/02/2017 03/03/207 minutes - approved (added: 03/16/2017 06:09:27 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. March 2, 2017 A.D. 6017 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 1st degree of Masonry at 7:00 pm with the following present: Bro. Leon Brown W.M. Bro. Steve Smith S.D. Bro. Kyle Linder S.W. Bro. Dave Dunsford J.D. Bro. Walter Ottoway J.W. Bro. Greg Albert S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. Bob Runion J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Bill Sutton Tyler Bro. Gary Hamilton chaplin Bro. Joe Stills Bro. Bob Fritzy Bro. Daniel Schefilbien Bro. Bobbie Bowen Entered Apprentice degree was presented to candidate Chad Linden. The second degree for Chad Linden is scheduled for March 16th. Sickness and Distress: The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 9:25 p.m. Minutes by: 2017 Secretary, Henry Mace 02/02/2017 02/02/2017 minutes - approved (added: 02/16/2017 05:58:20 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. February 2, 2017 A.D. 6017 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:30 pm with the following present: Bro. Walter Ottoway W.M. Bro. Leon Brown S.D. Bro. Kyle Linder S.W. Bro. Gilbert Wiedman J.D. Bro. Jon Gaines J.W. Bro. Greg Albert S.S. Bro. ---- Tres. Bro. Bob Runion J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Steve Smith Tyler Bro. Gary Hamilton chaplin Report from investing committee came back with a favorable review of candidate Chad Linder. A vote was then held to reveal the secrets of Masonry to Chad Linden. The vote was all positive. Entered apprentice practice will be held February 2, 9, and 16 at the lodge. As a reminder: Sweetheart dinner scheduled for Feb. 23rd, at 6:30pm, at the Golden Coral in Topeka. 17th and Wanamaker drive. Sickness and Distress: The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:11 p.m. Minutes by: 2017 Secretary, Henry Mace 01/19/2017 01/19/2017 minutes - approved (added: 02/02/2017 06:58:59 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. January 19, 2017 A.D. 6017 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:45 pm with the following present: Bro. Walter Ottoway W.M. Bro Dave Sterbenz S.D. Bro. Kyle Linder S.W. Bro. Gilbert Wiedman J.D. Bro. Jon Gaines J.W. Bro. Greg Albert S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. ---- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Steve Smith Tyler Bro. Gary Hamilton chaplin Bro. Dave Dunsford The lodge of sorrow was closed for 2016 and the lodge of sorrow was opened for 2017. A petition for membership was presented for Chad Linder and approved. An investigation committee was formed: Bro. Joe Bowen, Bro. Greg Albert, and Bro. Jon Gaines They will meet with the candidate at the lodge on January 26th at 7pm. We will present the 1st degree on Feb. 16th, opening with the first degree at 7pm. Sweetheart dinner scheduled for Feb. 23rd, at 6:30pm, at the Golden Coral in Topeka. 17th and Wanamaker drive. Sickness and Distress: The lodge wishes well Rose McKeever, and our thoughts are with Bro. Harry McKeever as he cares for Rose. The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:35 p.m. Minutes by: 2017 Secretary, Henry Mace 12/15/2016 12/15/2016 minutes - approved (added: 01/05/2017 06:18:31 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. December 15, 2016 A.D. 6016 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:51 pm with the following present: Bro. Walter Ottoway W.M. Bro Leon Brown S.D. Bro. Steve Smith S.W. Bro. Harry McKeever J.D. Bro. Jon Gaines J.W. Bro. Greg Albert S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. ---- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Bob Runion Tyler Bro. Gary Hamilton chaplin Bro. Dave Dunsford Bro. Mike Braum Bro. Jack Hamilton 2017 Officers were installed by Bro. Rob Runion with marshall assistance by Bro. Harry McKeever. Widows Fruit Baskets will be distributed by Bro. Mike Braumm and Bro. Harry McKeever on Monday, December 19, starting from Dillons at 29th and California at 9 am. Bro. Joe Bowen has placed the purchase order at Dillons for $12.96 each. Sickness and Distress: The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:33 p.m. Minutes by: 2016 Secretary, Henry Mace 12/01/2016 12/01/2016 minutes - approved (added: 12/15/2016 06:24:05 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. December 1, 2016 A.D. 6016 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:45 pm with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith W.M. Bro Jon Gaines S.D. Bro. Walter Ottoway S.W. Bro. Leon Brown J.D. Bro. Gilbert Weidman J.W. Bro. Greg Albert S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. ---- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Bob Runion Tyler Bro. ---- chaplin Bro. Bobbie Bowen Bro. John Ryan Bro. Bill Sutton Bro. Doug Hodge Bro. Harry McKeever Bro. Lelan Sultz Bro. Gary Hamilton Bro. Jack Hamilton The lodge wishes to thank Bro. Harry McKeever and Bro. Steve Smith for getting the furniture from Caney. A motion was made and passed to not carpet the stage floor but look in to resurfacing and painting the stage. Bro. Gilbert Weidman was presented by W.M. Steve Smith a certificate and pin for his 25 years of masonic membership. Secretary's report was presented and approved. Treasurer's report was presented and approved. A motion was made and approved to purchase fruit baskets for the widows of Albert Neese lodge. It has been planned that Bro. Robert Runion will be the installing officer at the December 15 installation of the 2017 Officers. Bro. Harry McKeever will be in the installation marshall. Sickness and Distress: The lodge wished to thank Harry McKeever's daughter Nancy for her work with the lodge and for getting the lodge in contact with the Caney lodge for acquisition of their furniture. We also wish her well as she recovers from a fall and hope she is on the mend. The lodge continues to wish others well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 9:11 p.m. Minutes by: 2016 Secretary, Henry Mace 11/17/2016 11/17/2016 minutes - approved (added: 12/01/2016 06:35:19 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. November 17, 2016 A.D. 6016 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:30 pm with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith W.M. Bro Jon Gaines S.D. Bro. Walter Ottoway S.W. Bro. Joe Bowen J.D. Bro. Leon Brown J.W. Bro. Dave Sterbenz S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. ---- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Bob Runion Tyler Bro. ---- chaplin Bro. Gilbert Weidman Bro. Greg Albert Bro. Dave Dunsford Bro. Harry McKeever Bro. Lelan Sultz Bro. Gary Hamilton Bro. Jack Hamilton Bro. Leon Brown had electrician return to find cause of electrical outages. The main connection from the power line was discovered to be faulty and repaired by KPL. Insurance to cover cost of cleanup of the basement and upper floor of the lodge, including the stage. Bro. Harry McKeever and Bro. Steve Smith to travel to Caney to pick up donated furniture to replace items damaged in the break in. A set of globes was given by the Mayetta lodge and a note appreciation will be sent to their lodge for their kind donation. And a thanks to Bro. Leland Sultz. The annual meeting for the election of officers will be held December 1, 2016. Dinner (oyster and chili soups) will be at 6:30. Installation is scheduled for December 4th at 2pm with a potluck lunch at 1pm. Wives and guests are welcome. Bro. Leland Sultz will install officers and Bro. Bobbie Bowen will act as marshal. A discussion of the survey sent by Grand Lodge was held and members were requested to complete their survey and return it to the Grand Lodge. Sickness and Distress: The lodge continues to wish those well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:22 p.m. Minutes by: 2016 Secretary, Henry Mace 11/03/2016 11/3/2016 minutes - approved (added: 11/17/2016 07:07:18 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. November 3, 2016 A.D. 6016 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:30 pm with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith W.M. Bro Jon Gaines S.D. Bro. Walter Ottoway S.W. Bro. Ron Legino J.D. Bro. Harry McKeever J.W. Bro. Dave Dunsford S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. Bill Sutton J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Bob Runion Tyler Bro. Mike Braum chaplin Bro. Doug Hodge Bro. Jack Hamilton Bro. Greg Albert Bro. Gary Hamilton Bro. Tom Freddrick Bro. Cecil George Bro. Leon Brown The lodge was broken into and vandalized by breaking through the basement kitchen window. Bro. Sutton was called by the police and had them call Bro. Jon Gaines. Bro. Jon came to the lodge to assess damage and identify missing and broken items. Bro. Harry McKeever and Bro. Greg Albert helped to secure the building. Bro. Leon Brown and Bro. Joe Bowen reviewed damages and met with the insurance agent and adjustor. A payment for damages was received by the lodge and payment by the insurance company for cleanup is scheduled. The lights were not working, but now they are (it's still a mystery...). Addition meeting with insurance company to outline cleanup efforts. The major items destroyed were the bible, the globes, and the three lights by the bible. A motion was made and passed to allow the lodge to pay the per capita expense for beloved Bro. Bill Braun, as needed. A discussion on the proposed changes to the Kansas Grand Lodge, which would raise the per capita. Attendance at the annual communication is anticipated. Sickness and Distress: The lodge continues to wish those well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:30 p.m. Minutes by: 2016 Secretary, Henry Mace 09/01/2016 09/01/2016 minutes - approved (added: 09/15/2016 01:57:11 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. September 1, 2016 A.D. 6016 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:30 pm with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith W.M. Bro Jon Gaines S.D. Bro. Walter Ottoway S.W. Bro. Harry McKeever J.D. Bro. Kyle Linder J.W. Bro. Gary Hamilton S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. -- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Bob Runion Tyler Bro. Mike Braum chaplin Bro. Dave Dunsford Bro. Greg Albert Bro. Bobbie Bowen Bro. Leon Brown Fall Picnic at Walnut Grove (Jon Gaines ranch) 6.5 miles south of Stull and 1 mile west September 18, noon gathering, meal at 1 pm Invite everyone!!! Jon will provide the meat. Bring side dish, drinks, and place settings. Location of the traveling gavel is a current unknown, but hope to track it down shortly. If anyone knows location, please let us know. Will attempt to pick up a copy of 1906 Annual Proceedings from Grand Lodge. Update: all copies have been distributed to other lodges. Annual Essay Contest forms will be delivered to Shawnee Heights School, with a note for Alexis Degado (last year's recipient) to be notified. Our lodge will give $50 to top essay at our lodge level. Update: Delivery Done! Donation to Grand Lodge was discussed. Members had received individual notices. The lodge will send Dick Urish a sympathy card on the passing of his wife. Sickness and Distress: Bro. Henry has recovered from his surgery and hospital stay and is on the mend. W.M. Steve completed knee surgery on one knee and is getting around a little better. Other knee scheduled for surgery soon. The lodge wishes him continued success. Bill Radtke is now more house bound but getting along (from Bro, Greg). The lodge continues to wish those well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:15 p.m. Minutes by: 2016 Secretary, Henry Mace 03/03/2016 03/03/2016 - minutes - unapproved (added: 03/17/2016 06:47:18 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. March 3, 2016 A.D. 6016 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:35 pm with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith W.M. Bro Jon Haines S.D. Bro. Walter Ottoway S.W. Bro. Harry McKeever J.D. Bro. Leon Brown J.W. Bro. Gary Hamilton S.S. Bro. -- Tres. Bro. -- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Bob Runion Tyler Bro. --- chaplin Bro. Leland Sultz Bro. Greg Albert WM thanks everyone for coming to the sweetheart dinner. Bro. Bob Runion posted a past masters apron for Bro. Wille - motion to keep was passed. Donation for new front door was accepted. Bro. Shane Williams dropped his position as S.W. Walter Ottoway was appointed and approved. Grand Lodge is March 18 in Topeka at the Capital Plaza. Sickness and Distress: The lodge continues to wish those well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:15 p.m. Minutes by: 2016 Secretary, Henry Mace 02/04/2016 02/04/2016 - minutes - approved (added: 03/03/2016 05:34:10 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. February 4, 2016 A.D. 6016 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:30 pm with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith W.M. Bro Jon Haines S.D. Bro. Harry McKeever S.W. Bro. Greg Albert J.D. Bro. Kyle Linder J.W. Bro. Walter Ottoway S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. -- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Bob Runion Tyler Bro. --- Chaplin Bro. Leland Sultz Bro. Leon Brown Bro. Dave Dunsford Bro. Ron Legino Steve met with Alexis Delgado, a junior at Shawnee Heights High School to present her with a check for $50 for her 2015 essay contest entry. She was very excited to get the award. The school also wants to know when the essay contest is in 2016. Sweetheart Dinner at Golden Coral - will be plenty of room - February 18th - 6:30 (instead of meeting) Bro. Bob Runion and Bro. Harry McKeever and friends repaired the top west door of the lodge. The lodge and WM thanks them for their attention to this matter. The Kansas Masons is planning on raising the per capita tax $6/yr for the next six years, making the per capita tax $60/yr in 2022. Sickness and Distress: The lodge continues to wish those well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:33 p.m. Minutes by: 2016 Secretary, Henry Mace 01/07/2016 01/07/2016 - minutes - approved (added: 03/03/2016 05:26:04 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. January 7, 2016 A.D. 6016 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:48 pm with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith W.M. Bro Jon Haines S.D. Bro. Gary Hamilton S.W. Bro. Greg Albert J.D. Bro. Kyle Linder J.W. Bro. Leon Brown S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. -- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Bob Runion Tyler Bro. --- chaplin Will give check fo $50 to Alexis Delgado for the essay contest in 2015. Sweetheart dinner (Golden Coral...) on 2/18 at 6:30 pm Closed and Opened Lodge of Sorrow Treasurer's report was presented by Bro. Joe Bowen and approved. Lodge is encouraging members to donate funds instead of having fund raisers. Bro. Gary Hamilton will be bringing chili to the next meeting at 6:30 pm. Bro. Joe Bowen present with 25 year pin and certificate. The lodge thanks him for his years of service. Sickness and Distress: The lodge continues to wish those well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:33 p.m. Minutes by: 2016 Secretary, Henry Mace 12/17/2015 12/17/2015 minutes - approved (added: 01/07/2016 07:52:36 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. December 17, 2015 A.D. 6015 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:30 pm with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith W.M. Bro Jon Haines S.D. Bro. Shane Williams S.W. Bro. Ron Legino J.D. Bro. Kyle Linder J.W. Bro. Walter Ottoway S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. -- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Bob Runion Tyler Bro. --- chaplin Bro. Gary Hamilton Bro. Greg Albert Bro. Bill Sutton Bro. Leon Brown Organizing for sweetheart dinner (Golden Coral...) Read essay into minutes from Shawnee Heights student Treasurer report: Reported that income and expenses are balanced Need to keep a close eye on the heater Widows baskets purchased and will be delivered 12/18 Concerns were discussed on how to get more members at the meetings Bro. Shane Williams present information on first degree symbolism Improvement of the individual Sickness and Distress: Bobby Bowen is home sick with a cold. Bill Radke still doing the same. The lodge continues to wish those well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:55 p.m. Minutes by: 2015 Secretary, Henry Mace 12/03/2015 12/03/2015 minutes - approved (added: 12/17/2015 08:17:40 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. December 3, 2015 A.D. 6015 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:30 pm with the following present: Bro. Bob Runion W.M. Bro Kyle Linder S.D. Bro. Steve Smith S.W. Bro. Jon Gaines J.D. Bro. Shane Williams J.W. Bro. Ron Legino S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. -- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Greg Albert Tyler Bro. --- chaplin Bro. Dave Dunsford Bro. Walter Ottoway Bro. Leon Brown Bro. Leland Sultz Bro. Harry McKeever Bro. Bill Sutton Bro. Cecil George Voting for 2016 Officers: Bro Steve Smith WM Bro Shane Williams SW Bro Kyle Linder JW Bro Joe Bowen Tres. Bro Henry Mace Sec. Appointed by WM Steve Smith: Bro Joey Bowen JS Bro Walter Ottoway SS Bro Mike Braum Chaplin Bro Jon Gaines SD Bro Ron Legino JD Trustees: Tom Randles - 2014-2016 Harry McKeever - 2015-2017 Leon Brown - 2016 - 2018 Officers installed by Bro. Leland Sultz Mike, Harry, and Steve to deliver widows baskets Tres. annual report delayed until next stated meeting. Essay contest entry - motion made and passed to receive $50 savings bond. Sickness and Distress: The lodge continues to wish those well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 9:10 p.m. Minutes by: 2015 Secretary, Henry Mace 11/05/2015 11/5/2015 minutes - approved (added: 11/19/2015 07:32:32 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. November 5, 2015 A.D. 6015 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:30 pm with the following present: Bro. Bob Runion W.M. Bro Kyle Linder S.D. Bro. Walter Ottoway S.W. Bro. Harry McKeever J.D. Bro. Shane Williams J.W. Bro. Ron Legino S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. -- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Greg Albert Tyler Bro. --- chaplin Bro. Dave Dunsford Bro. Gary Hamilton Bro. Mike Braum Bro. Bobbie Bowen November 11, at 7pm to clean up lodge. November 19, to present Bro. Mike Braum with 60 award. and Shane Williams with B-card. by DDGM November 21st - District meeting, 9am at Topeka Shrine. Need head count. Essay contest entry received from Mayetta for Shawnee Heights student. Will send on to Grand Lodge. Sickness and Distress: Bro. Bob Runion and Bro. Jon Gaines out with sickness. The lodge continues to wish those well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:10 p.m. Minutes by: 2015 Secretary, Henry Mace 10/15/2015 10/15/2015 minutes - approved (added: 11/05/2015 06:56:52 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. October 15, 2015 A.D. 6015 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:30 pm with the following present: Bro. Bob Runion W.M. Bro Greg Albert S.D. Bro. Leon B. S.W. Bro. Jon Gaines J.D. Bro. Shane Willams J.W. Bro. Ron Legino S.S. Bro. -- Tres. Bro. -- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Bobbi Bowen Tyler Bro. --- chaplin Bro. Dave Dunsford New drain tube was placed east of the building to help divert water. Lecture by Bro. Shane Williams on the mysteries of masonry. Sickness and Distress: Bro. Steve Smith had a procedure to releave pain in knee. Bro. Jon Gaines mom was continuing to get along, but the lodge was informed she had passed this past week. The lodge extends it's condolences to Jon and his family. The lodge continues to wish those well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:16 p.m. Minutes by: 2015 Secretary, Henry Mace 10/01/2015 minuets 10/1/2015 - approved (added: 10/15/2015 06:07:51 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. October 1, 2015 A.D. 6015 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:30 pm with the following present: Bro. Bob Runion W.M. Bro Kyle Linder S.D. Bro. Steve Smith S.W. Bro. Jon Gaines J.D. Bro. Walter Ottoway J.W. Bro. Ron Legino S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. Leon Brown J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Harry McKeever Tyler Bro. --- chaplin Dave Dunsford Gary Hamilton Shane Williams Bill Sutton Sunday, September 20, noon, picnic at Walnut Grove. 20 in attendance - Bro. Bill Braun was able to attended. Lecture by Bro. Shane Williams on the craft. 25 year pin and certificate presented to Bro. Bill Sutton by W.M. Bob Runion. Lower repaired the A/C unit, replacing faulty valve and recharging system. They also discounted the bill by approximately 50% Sickness and Distress: The lodges wishes those well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:00 p.m. Minutes by: 2015 Secretary, Henry Mace 09/17/2015 09/17/2015 minutes - approved (added: 10/01/2015 06:39:32 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. September 17, 2015 A.D. 6015 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:30 pm with the following present: Bro. Bob Runion W.M. Bro Joe Bowen S.D. Bro. Leon Brown S.W. Bro. Jon Gaines J.D. Bro. Harry McKeever J.W. Bro. Gary Hamilton S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Greg Albert Tyler Bro. --- chaplin Leland Sultz Sunday, September 20, noon, picnic at Walnut Grove. 6.0 miles south of Stull, 1 mile west. Bring place setting, side dish, drinks. Main meats will be provided by Jon Gaines. 933 East 350 Rd, Overbrook, 66524 Sickness and Distress: Bro. Steve Smith had surgery and is doing well Bro. Jon Gaines' mother is doing ok Bro. Harry McKeever's brother had to move into assisted living Bro. Bill Ratke doing well and was visited by W.M Bob Runion Bill Braun may be able to make it to the picnic The lodges wishes those well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. Bro. Bobbie Bowen's 65th anniversary is today! Congradulations The lodge was closed in form at 8:00 p.m. Minutes by: 2015 Secretary, Henry Mace 09/03/2015 09/03/2015 minutes - approved (added: 09/17/2015 06:32:29 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. September 3, 2015 A.D. 6015 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:30 pm with the following present: Bro. Bob Runion W.M. Bro Kyle Linder S.D. Bro. Steve Smith S.W. Bro. Jon Gaines J.D. Bro. Walter Ottaway J.W. Bro. Gary Hamilton S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. Michael Kitts J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Leon Brown Tyler Bro. Harry McKeever chaplin Bro. Ron Legino Leland Sultz September 19th there will be deacon training. Kansas Masonic Foundation is having an online auction. Sunday, September 20, noon, picnic at Walnut Grove. 6.5 miles south of Stull, 1 mile west. Bring place setting, side dish, drinks. Main meats will be provided by Jon Gaines. Lodge will be asking for donations this fall in leau of the country breakfast. Sickness and Distress: Jon Gaines' mother is in Brookside Manor with lung cancer, but still enjoys company. Steve will be having surgery and has been to KU med several times. Harry is having some shots to aid with arthritis. The lodges wishes those well who are ill and is keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. The lodge was closed in form at 8:05 p.m. Minutes by: 2015 Secretary, Henry Mace 06/04/2015 6/4 (added: 08/17/2015 07:53:17 AM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. June 4, 2015 A.D. 6015 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 2nd degree of Masonry at 7:00 pm with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith W.M. Bro Jon Gaines S.D. Bro. Bob Runion S.W. Bro. Walter Ottaway J.D. Bro. Leon Brown J.W. Bro. Gary Hamilton S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. Micheal Kitts J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. --- Tyler Bro. Tom Randles chaplin Bro. Ron Legino DDGM Thomas Rigg Bobbie Bowen Report from proficiency committee: Candidate Andrew Myers has passed examination as an Entered Apprentance Andrew Myers recorded as a Fellow Craft as ordered by W.M. Steve Smith. June 18, practice June 23, practice June 25, raise Andrew Myers to a Master Mason Trustees to purchase lightbulbs Bro. Harry McKeever's sister has passed. And the lodge extends it's condolences and from DDGM. The lodge was closed in form at 9:05 p.m. Minutes by: 2015 Secretary, Henry Mace 05/21/2015 5/21 minutes (added: 08/17/2015 07:52:33 AM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. May 21, 2015 A.D. 6015 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 1st degree of Masonry 7:34 pm with the following present: Bro. Bob Runion W.M. Bro Klye Linder S.D. Bro. Steve Smith S.W. Bro. Jon Gaines J.D. Bro. Leon Brown J.W. Bro. Leland Sultz S.S. Bro. ---- Tres. Bro. Lenard Dale J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Greg Albert Tyler Bro. --- chaplin Bro. Ron Legino DDGM Thomas Rigg Andrew Myers 2nd degree practice on June 2nd Andrew Myers to receive 2nd on June 4th Third on Thursday June 25th for Andrew Myers Practice on June 23rd Bill Radtke wife Joyce, is still in hospital and under hospice care. Bill is still in the hospital. The lodge wishes them well and extends our prayers. Ron Legino extended his gratitude of appreciation for scholarships given to his two children. Greatings from District Deputy Grand Master, Thomas Rigg, District 15. DDGM Thomas extended thanks for lodge and delivered information and extended opportunity to assist when needed. The lodge was closed in form at 8:25 p.m. Minutes by: 2015 Secretary, Henry Mace 05/07/2015 5/7 minutes (added: 08/17/2015 07:51:36 AM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. May 7, 2015 A.D. 6015 A.L. A stated communication of the Lodge was opened in form on the 1st degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Bob Runion W.M. Bro Klye Linder S.D. Bro. Steve Smith S.W. Bro. Jon Gaines J.D. Bro. Bobbi Bowen J.W. Bro. Dave Dunsford S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Tres. Bro. Walter Ottaway J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec. Bro. Greg Albert Tyler Bro. --- chaplin Bro. Dana Coffman, Ridgeway #62 Bro. Ron Legino District Deputy Grand Master, Thomas Rigg, District 15, will visit lodge on May 21st. Andrew Myers was entered into the first degree of Masonry. Andrew Myers may be raised to the 2nd degree of Masonry, 1st Thursday in June, June 2nd. Sickness and distress: Bill Radtke is still in poor health and dealing with back issues. Joyce is in good mood and dealing with life day by day. Harry continues to care for his sister and Rose who is doing better. The lodge was closed in form at 9:10 p.m. Minutes by: 2015 Secretary, Henry Mace 05/01/2015 new minutes to be added... (added: 06/08/2015 02:44:56 PM) under construction... 04/02/2015 04/02/2015 - minutes approved (added: 04/16/2015 06:19:56 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. April 2, 2015 A. D. 6015, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Bob Runion W.M. Bro. Kyle Linder S.D. Bro. Steve Smith S.W. Bro. Walter Ottoway J.D. Bro. Leon Brown J.W. Bro. Gary Hamilton S.S. Bro. -- Treas. Bro. -- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. -- Tyler Bro. -- Chap. Bro. David Kitts The lodge was opened in due form at 7:48 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. Candidate Andrew Myers application was presented motion made to accept - passed investigating committee formed: Leon Brown, Steve Smith, Harry McKeever Feedback from the Grand Lodge: could use more traditional/mature music awaiting information on fees due for new member petitions Sickness and distress: Harry McKeever is visting his sister and supporting her as she is fighting cancer. No word on Bill Sellen or Bill Radtke, but lodge wishes them and others well who are ill and/or recovering from illness. The lodge was closed in form at 8:30 p.m. Minutes by: 2015 Secretary Henry Mace 03/19/2015 03/19/2015 minutes - approved (added: 04/02/2015 06:31:21 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. March 19, 2015 A. D. 6015, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Bob Runion W.M. Bro. Joe Bowen S.D. Bro. Steve Smith S.W. Bro. Jon Gaines J.D. Bro. Leon Brown J.W. Bro. Michael Kitts S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. Tom Randles J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Greg Albert Tyler Bro. Tom Randles Chap. Bro. Harry McKeever Bro. Dave Dunsford Bro. Bobbie Bowen Bro. Walter Ottoway Bro. Michael Kitts The lodge was opened in due form at 7:41 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. Grand Lodge will be held 3/20 at 8 am Pancake Feed - directed to suspend this activity until further notice, postponed - arrested until fall. Will check with past minutes and revisit in September. Rules of use of the building to be reviewed by the trustees Ball diamond teams needing to volunteer to now the grass. Fall picnic - tentative scheduled for September 20th, Walnut Grove (Jon Gaines farm) - plan on creating more advertising of the event. Positive comments on the sweetheart dinner - need to do more. WM apologies for not making to 1st stated communication meeting in March 2015. Discussion was held on a Move Up night. Sickness and distress: The lodge wishes others well who are ill and/or recovering from illness. Harry may be checking on Marie Johnson to see how she is doing The lodge was closed in form at 8:12 p.m. Minutes by: 2015 Secretary Henry Mace 02/05/2015 02/05/2015 minutes - approved (added: 03/19/2015 11:24:11 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. February 5, 2015 A. D. 6015, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Bob Runion W.M. Bro. Kyle Linder S.D. Bro. Steve Smith S.W. Bro. Jon Gaines J.D. Bro. Leon Brown J.W. Bro. Walter Ottoway S.S. Bro. -- Treas. Bro. -- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Greg Albert Tyler Bro. -- Chap. Bro. Gary Hamilton The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. 5 members attended the District meeting held on January 31, at Lodge #225, 214 W. 14th, Topeka. Valentine Dinner scheduled for Thursday, February 19th, at the Golden Coral (17th and Wanamaker). Sickness and distress: The lodge wishes others well who are ill and/or recovering from illness. The lodge extends good wishes to Marie Johnson and wishes her well following her surgery. Bro. Bob Runion and Bro. Greg Albert visited Bro. Bill Radtke who is doing fine. The lodge was closed in form at 7:55 p.m. Minutes by: 2015 Secretary Henry Mace 01/15/2015 01/15/2015 minutes - approved (added: 02/06/2015 12:29:10 AM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. January 15, 2015 A. D. 6015, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Bob Runion W.M. Bro. Kyle Linder S.D. Bro. Steve Smith S.W. Bro. Jon Gaines J.D. Bro. Dave Dunsford J.W. Bro. Walter Ottoway S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. Gary Hamilton J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Greg Albert Tyler Bro. Tom Randles Chap. Bro. Leon Brown The lodge was opened in due form at 7:10 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. District meeting to be held on January 31, at Lodge #225, 214 W. 14th, Topeka. Michael Kitts received the 3rd degree. Bro. Michael Kitts was installed as J.S. Bro. Jon Gaines was installed as J.D. Bro. Tom Randles was installed as Chaplin. Treasurer's report was reviewed and completed. Secretary's report to be reviewed at next stated meeting. Signs and money from Bro. Ted's home was received. All signs ordered have been made and delivered. Motion to sell sign materials to the fire department was made and passed. Ted Worthington sign for the backstop of the ball field will be made (under $300). Construction of a new backstop will begin this spring. Valentine Dinner scheduled for Thursday, February 19th, at the Golden Coral (17th and Wanamaker). Sickness and distress: The lodge wishes others well who are ill and/or recovering from illness. The lodge extends good wishes to E.M. Johnston and wishes her well. The lodge was closed in form at 9:16 p.m. Minutes by: 2015 Secretary Henry Mace 12/14/2014 12/18/2014 minutes - approved (added: 01/16/2015 12:20:17 AM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. December 18, 2014 A. D. 6014, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Bob Runion W.M. Bro. Kyle Linder S.D. Bro. Steve Smith S.W. Bro. Bill Sutton J.D. Bro. Shane Williams J.W. Bro. Walter Ottoway S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. Harry McKeever J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Greg Albert Tyler Bro. Tom Randles Chap. Bro. Cecil George Bro. Leland Sultz Bro. Gary Hamilton Bro. Mike Braum The lodge was opened in due form at 7:14 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The lodge was informed of the passing of former member, Bro. Gary Knott. Annual Secretary's report was given. Annual Treasurer's report was given. Annual report to the Grand Lodge is due at the end of January, extended from the 10th. District meeting to be held on January 31, at Lodge #225, 214 W. 14th, Topeka. Past Master pin was presented to Past Master Bro. Greg Albert by WM Bob Runion. WM installed officers Kyle Linder, Joe Bowen, and Greg Albert. Michael Kitts to receive the 3rd degree on January 15 - 7 pm. Sickness and distress: The lodge wishes others well who are ill and/or recovering from illness. Marie Johnston is fighting a sickness and is going to Kansas City. Harry, Mike, and Steve to deliver widows baskets before Christmas. The lodge was closed in form at 7:56 p.m. Minutes by: 2015 Secretary Henry Mace 12/04/2014 minutes 12/4/2014 - approved (added: 12/18/2014 11:46:41 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. December 4, 2014 A. D. 6014, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Greg Albert W.M. Bro. Bill Sutton S.D. Bro. Bob Runion S.W. Bro. Kyle Linder J.D. Bro. Steve Smith J.W. Bro. Walter Ottoway S.S. Bro. --- Treas. Bro. Shane Williams J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Jon Gaines Tyler Bro. Tom Randles Chap. Bro. Dave Dunsford Bro. Leland Sultz Bro. Leon Brown Bro. Bobbie Bowen Bro. John Ryan Bro. Harry McKeever Bro. Mike Branum DDGM Mike Bell The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. Motion was made to place Mel Crothers picture in the kitchen area and dedicate a plaue in his name. Passed (9/1) Motion made on naming the baseball field in honor of Ted Worthington, including a plaque. Passed (10/0) Practice for the 3rd will be December 11 at 7 pm. Michael Kitts to receive the 3rd degree on December 18 - 7 pm. Elections of Officers Held: WM - Bob Runion SW - Steve Smith JW - Shane Williams Tres. - Joe Bowen Sec. - Henry Mace Trusteess: Steve Smith - 1yr ending 2015 Tom Randles - 2yr 2014 - 2016 Harry McKeever - 3yr 2015 - 2017 Trustees reported that we had fixed the roof, and painted the exterior of the building. Tresurer and Secretary report to be presented at the next meeting. Education Committee - outline of cruriculum presented by Shane Williams Br. Mike Braun awarded Shriner of the Year Bill Sutton - declining interest in the lodge - requesting demit. Leon Brown - having issues with transparency is requesting a demit. Installation of officers will be December 7th, Sunday, at 1pm (potluck followed by installation) Sickness and distress: The lodge wishes others well who are ill and/or recovering from illness. The lodge was closed in form at 9:00 p.m. Minutes by: 2014 Secretary Henry Mace 11/20/2014 11/20/2014 minutes - approved (added: 12/04/2014 11:44:04 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. November 20, 2014 A. D. 6014, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 2nd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Greg Albert W.M. Bro. Joe Bowen S.D. Bro. Harry McKeever S.W. Bro. Kyle Linder J.D. Bro. Steve Smith J.W. Bro. Ron Legino S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. Harry McKeever J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Jon Gaines Tyler Bro. --- Chap. Bro. Dave Dunsford Bro. Leland Sultz Bro. Walter Ottoway The lodge was opened in due form at 7:05 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. Michael Kitts received the misteries of Masonary - 2nd degree Annual meeting - Dec 4th - Osyter and soups at 6 pm Installation may be held on Dec 8th (Sunday) - 12(noon) potluck Practice for 3rd on Dec 11th - 7pm 3rd degree for Michael Kitts on Dec 18 - 7pm Ted Worthington's funeral with Harry McKeever doing the memorial service. Lodge received $295 in memorials Discussion on putting sign on ballfield Also considering sign for Clifford Nichols Motion to be made at next meeting Suggestion of placing picture of Mel Crothers in kitchen area in his memory Sickness and distress: The lodge wishes others well who are ill and/or recovering from illness. Bro. Harry's wife is doing well and doing well through theorpy The lodge was closed in form at 9:05 p.m. Minutes by: 2014 Secretary Henry Mace 11/06/2014 minutes - 11/06/2014 - approved (added: 11/21/2014 12:19:36 AM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. November 6, 2014 A. D. 6014, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 1st Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Greg Albert W.M. Bro. Joe Bowen S.D. Bro. Bob Runion S.W. Bro. Kyle Linder J.D. Bro. Steve Smith J.W. Bro. Ron Legino S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. Shane Williams J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Jon Gaines Tyler Bro. --- Chap. Bro. Walter Ottoway The lodge was opened in due form at 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. Michael Kitts received the misteries of Masonary - 1st degree Practice scheduled for 11/13 - 2nd degree - 7:00pm Sausage for sale - 50 cents per patty Bags of biscuts for sale - $7/bag Bro. Walter Ottoway was made honorary member by W.M. Sickness and distress: The lodge wishes others well who are ill and/or recovering from illness. Bro. Ted Worthington was in ICU - heart attack, kidney trounble Since this meeting, it was learned that Bro. Ted had passed. Condolances to the family are extended from the lodge. The lodge was closed in form at 9:30 p.m. Minutes by: 2014 Secretary Henry Mace 10/16/2014 minutes 10/16/2014 - approved (added: 11/07/2014 12:26:40 AM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. October 16, 2014 A. D. 6014, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Bob Runion W.M. Bro. Shane Williams S.D. Bro. Steve Smith S.W. Bro. Walter Ottoway J.D. Bro. Harry McKeever J.W. Bro. Ron Regino S.S. Bro. -- Treas. Bro. Phillip -------- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Jon Gaines Tyler Bro. Tom Randles Chap. Bro. Bobbie Bowen The lodge was opened in due form at 7:42 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. Report on Petition for Michael Kitts - Joe Bowen, Tom Randles, and Greg Albert Investigation committee reports favorably. Ballot taken - Elected Practice scheduled for 10/23 and 10/30 - 1st degree - 7:00pm Pancakefeed (Country Breakfast) still scheduled for Saturday, October 18th - 7-11 a.m. Invitation to show up Friday night, October 17th to finish preperations. Joe Bowen to finish getting supplies. Sickness and distress: The lodge wishes others well who are ill and/or recovering from illness. Dick Urish's wife not doing well in Olathe retirement community. He is hoping to return to the lodge. Bill Sellen and Elsie - doing well as expected - Harry maty stop by soon. The lodge was closed in form at 8:30 p.m. Minutes by: 2014 Secretary Henry Mace 10/02/2014 minutes 10/02/2014 - approved (added: 10/16/2014 10:59:08 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. October 2, 2014 A. D. 6014, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Greg Albert W.M. Bro. Joe Bowen S.D. Bro. Bob Runion S.W. Bro. Shane Williams J.D. Bro. Steve Smith J.W. Bro. Bobbi Bowen S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. Harry McKeever J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Jon Gaines Tyler Bro. --- Chap. Bro. Ron Legino Bro. Gary Hamilton The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. Petition read for Michael Kitts - Joe Bowen, Tom Randles, and Greg Albert to form investigation committee. Roof repaired - looks good Letter to grand master expressing positive concern and complements on work by fellow brothers. Lodge members plan to travel to Mayetta on Thursday, Oct 9th, to visit lodge meeting at 7:30 p.m. A work day was scheduled for Oct 4th, 9 am to 11 am. Clean shelves and clean out cabinets Masonic Education - The Meaning of Masonry Looking for ideas for getting more members to meetings. Practiced for receiving DDGM and GM, reviewing documentation available for introduction of GM and/or DDGM Pancakefeed (Country Breakfast) still scheduled for Saturday, October 18th - 7-11 a.m. Invitation to show up Friday night, October 17th to finish preperations. Email flyer to other lodges in the area. Sickness and distress: The lodge wishes others well who are ill and/or recovering from illness. The lodge was closed in form at 8:41 p.m. Minutes by: 2014 Secretary Henry Mace 09/18/2014 minutes 09/18/2014 - approved (added: 10/02/2014 11:43:14 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. September 18, 2014 A. D. 6014, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Greg Albert W.M. Bro. Joe Bowen S.D. Bro. Bob Runion S.W. Bro. Shane Williams J.D. Bro. Steve Smith J.W. Bro. Roni Legino S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Jon Gaines Tyler Bro. --- Chap. Bro. Bobbie Bowen The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. Fall picnic schedule for Sunday, September 21, 1pm at Walnut Grove (south of Stull 6 miles, west .6 miles, then south .1 mile) Email notice sent to members Letter from Bro. William Taylor read in regards to lodge planning. No motion was made on building at the last stated meeting Bob Runion has spent manuy hours on doing research and exploring options for the lodge. The lodge is grateful and applauds Bro. Bob for his efforts. Getting roof fixed by volunteers from Mayetta. The Nicolays's (father and son) have offered to do the work. Information on placing the lodge with the Kansas Preservation Society via the Kansas Historical Society will be placed in the archives at the grand lodge for future reference. Roof would need to be pulled off at expense of $17,000 (est.) minus 35% which would be picked up by the insurance. This option has been tabled. Motion made to allow Nicolay's to repair the roof by Bro. Joe Bowen, second by Bro. Steve Smith. Lodge to pay for materials. Letter from realator Ed Matyak values the building and land at $85,000 to $110,000. Building set very close to the road. Discussion of putting on a fall pancake feed was continued: October 18, Saturday - only other event in the area will be the Noodles dinner at Shawnee Heights Methodist Church. Clean up day - Saturday, September 27, 9-11 am. Paint - new boards for front windows (on the north) Clean small buildings next to ball diamond. Paint floor by bathrooms Send email to members... sent corrected email Looking in to repairing the front porch From Bro. Ron Legino, a thank you to lodge 90 for scholarship donation Congratulations to Bro. Shane Williams for attaining the Knights Templar status Discussion continued on direction of the lodge with letter from Bro. Ron Legino read and to be entered in to lodge records. Sickness and distress: The lodge wishes others well who are ill and/or recovering from illness. Bro. Tom Frederick Bro. Harry McKeever Bro. Ted Worthington - still working on signs and planning trip to Missouri The lodge was closed in form at 9:05 p.m. Minutes by: 2014 Secretary Henry Mace 09/04/2014 minutes 9/4/2014 - approved (added: 09/18/2014 07:42:32 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. September 4, 2014 A. D. 6014, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Greg Albert W.M. Bro. Bill Sutton S.D. Bro. Bob Runion S.W. Bro. Harry McKeever J.D. Bro. Steve Smith J.W. Bro. Roni Legino S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Jon Gaines Tyler Bro. --- Chap. Bro. Mike Braum Bro. Tom Freddrick Bro. Leland Saltz Bro. Bobbie Bowen Bro. Mark Wulfkle Bro. Leon Brown The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. Minutes from a special meeting on the condition of the lodge and future plans was read and added to the minutes. Discussion of putting on a fall pancake feed was held: October was mentioned, and dates that will not conflict with other community events is being investigated. Trying to avoid the Berryton pancake feed. Checking on school calendar to see if we can match an activity weekend (Saturday). Discussion on building: Options from special meeting presented and discussed. Check on insurance to see if they can help Repair roof estimate - $18,000 Value of our location is more than building Title search - deed is in the safe deposit box at Core-First Bank Discussion also included lodge building in national registry. No motion made as to specific direction. Additional discussion will be held at next meeting, 9/18/2014 Next meeting we will discuss setting date for country breakfast and clean up day. Sickness and distress: We had learned that Bro. Ted Worthington had another stroke and was in assisted care and doing well. The lodge extends their condolences to Bro. Steve Smith and his family on the loss of Steve's father this past month. Bro. Bill Sellen and Elsie are at Fort Scott Manner. Elsie is fine, but Bill is not doing well. A card will be sent from the lodge, wishing them well. The lodge wishes others well who are ill and/or recovering from illness. The lodge was closed in form at 9:45 p.m. Minutes by: 2014 Secretary Henry Mace 06/06/2014 06/05/2014 minutes - approved (added: 06/19/2014 11:14:20 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. June 5, 2014 A. D. 6014, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Greg Albert W.M. Bro. Harry McKeever S.D. Bro. Bob Runion S.W. Bro. Kyle Linder J.D. Bro. Steve Smith J.W. Bro. Roni Legino S.S. Bro. --- Treas. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Jon Gaines Tyler Bro. --- Chap. Bro. Leon Brown The lodge was opened in due form at 7:40 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. We are planning a work day to clean back room, replace plywood on front of building, clean outside area, with planning to implement this fall, when it is a little cooler. Met with DDGM at the last meeting, who answered questions and will return on the 19th for a formal visit. Secretary to update the web site to list the starting times for the monthly meetings, 1st and 3rd Thursday, at 7:30 p.m. Fall fundraiser in process and tentative schedule for fall picnic set for September 21st, Sunday, at the Walnut Grove. Jon Gaines read from the Masonic Bible, expanding on the reference to the light. Mel Crothers had surgery and is recovering well. The lodge wishes him well. Bill and Joyce Radtke are using walkers, and transportation to events is being provided by W.M. Greg Albert. Rose McKeever is home and is doing well. Bobbi Bowen is also recovering from surgery and is doing well. The lodge wishes those well who are ill and/or recovering from illness. The lodge was closed in form at 8:15 p.m. Minutes by: 2014 Secretary Henry Mace 03/06/2014 minutes 03/06/2014 - approved (added: 03/24/2014 10:22:16 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. March 6, 2014 A. D. 6014, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Greg Albert W.M. Bro. Bill Sutton S.D. Bro. Bob Runion S.W. Bro. Kyle Linder J.D. Bro. Steve Smith J.W. Bro. Harry McKeever S.S. Bro. --- Treas. Bro. Dave Dunsford J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Jon Gaines Tyler Bro. Harry McKeever Chap. Bro. Leon Brown The lodge was opened in due form at 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. Bro. Shane Williams was raised to the 3rd degree of a Master Mason. The lodge wishes those well who are ill and/or recovering from illness or falls on ice. The lodge was closed in form at 9:15 p.m. Minutes by: 2014 Secretary Henry Mace 02/20/2014 minutes 02/20/2014 - approved (added: 02/27/2014 10:55:36 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. February 20, 2014 A. D. 6014, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Greg Albert W.M. Bro. Bill Sutton S.D. Bro. Bob Runion S.W. Bro. Kyle Linder J.D. Bro. Steve Smith J.W. Bro. Harry McKeever S.S. Bro. --- Treas. Bro. Dustin Nichols J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Jon Gaines Tyler Bro. Tom Randles Chap. Bro. Dave Dunsford Bro. Dave Sterbenz Bro. Leon Brown The lodge was opened in due form at 7:06 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. Bro. Scott Steele was raised to the 3rd degree, with 1st section by Bro. Jon Gaines, and 2nd section by Bro. Bob Runion. Bro. Dustin Nichols and Bro. Scott Steele received the 2nd narrative by Bro. Steve Smith. - the 3rd narrative by Bro. Dave Dunsford - the charge by Bro. Harry McKeever. It is hoped that Ted will return home this week, and the lodges wishes him and his family well. The lodge wishes those well who are ill and/or recovering from surgery. The lodge was closed in form at 9:50 p.m. Minutes by: 2014 Secretary Henry Mace 01/23/2014 minutes 01/23/2014 - approved (added: 02/14/2014 12:07:50 AM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. January 23, 2014 A. D. 6014, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 1st Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Greg Albert W.M. Bro. Bill Sutton S.D. Bro. Bob Runion S.W. Bro. Kyle Lender J.D. Bro. Steve Smith J.W. Bro. Harry McKeever S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. Dave Sterbens J.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Acting Sec’y. Bro. --- Tyler Bro. --- Chap. The lodge was opened in due form at 7:05 p.m. W.M. Gregg ordered the S.D. to conduct brothers Dusty Nichols and Scott Steel in the southeast corner of the lodge to receive the 2nd and 3rd narratives on the 1st degree. M.W. Steve Smith gave the 2nd narrative on the 1st degree. M.W. Bob Runion gave the 3rd narrative on the 1st degree. W.M. Gregg asked brothers dusty and Scott to retire down stairs and preceded in opening a lodge of fellow crafts. W.M. Gregg ordered freedom of the lodge til the sound of the gavel in the east. M.W. Jon Gaines conferred the 2nd degree for bro Dusty Nichols. M.W. Jon Gaines conferred the 2nd degree for bro. Scott Steele. M.W. Steve Smith was S.D. and M.W. Harry McKeever sat in the east for the stair lecture in the 2nd degree. Brothers Dusty Nichols and Scott Steele were registered as fellow crafts. M.W. Jon Gaines and M.W. Joe Bowen presented the questions and answers. W.M. Gregg Albert closed the lodge of fellow crafts at 9:45 p.m. Minutes by: Joseph L. Bowen, Acting Secretary 01/16/2014 minutes 01/16/2014 - approved (added: 02/14/2014 12:06:58 AM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. January 16, 2014 A. D. 6014, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 2nd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Greg Albert W.M. Bro. Bill Sutton S.D. Bro. Bob Runion S.W. Bro. Kyle Linder J.D. Bro. Steve Smith J.W. Bro. Harry McKeever S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Jon Gaines Tyler Bro. --- Chap. Bro. Gary Hamilton Bro. Mike Braum Bro. Bobbi Bowen The lodge was opened in due form at 7:04 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. Bret Wulfkule is keeping up the ball diamond, adding teams and making improvements Rabbit Club was looking for address to send payments. payment received Mail box may need a lock and slot. Sign manufacturing on hold until we hear more on Ted's condition. The lodge extends their prayers for Ted and family on the loss of Ted's son. Sweetheart Dinner - Saturday, Febr. 15th, 6:30 Coyote Canion. District meeting Saturday, January 18th. 2nd degree to: Shane Williams Ronny Legino John Murray The lodge wishes those well who are ill and/or recovering from surgery. The lodge was closed in form at 10:15 p.m. Minutes by: 2014 Secretary Henry Mace 01/02/2014 01/02/2014 minutes - approved (added: 01/16/2014 10:45:20 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. January 2, 2014 A. D. 6014, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 1st Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Greg Albert W.M. Bro. Bill Sutton S.D. Bro. Bob Runion S.W. Bro. Kyle Linder J.D. Bro. Steve Smith J.W. Bro. Harry McKeever S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Acting Sec’y. Bro. Jon Gaines Tyler Bro. Harry McKeever Chap. The lodge was opened in due form at 7:35 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. No minutes of the last two meetings have been read. Thank you card from Beverly Nicholson was read. January 18th in Burlingame will be the Annual District meeting. Sweetheart Dinner was discussed. Saturday, Feb. 15th, at Cyotee Canyon at 7pm. Secretary to send out email to widows and members. Rides for widows can be furnished. Still waiting on James and Dustin for 1st degree lecture. Next meeting will be open on 2nd degree. Practice on 2nd degree tonight. We have 5 Brothers waiting to recieve there 2nd degree. W.M. closed on lodge of Sarrow for 2013 and opened lodge on Sorrow for 2014. Ted Wothington is still in a nursing home. He may be going into V.A. Hospital. The lodge was closed in form at 8:31 p.m. Minutes by: Joseph L. Bowen, Acting Secretary 12/19/2013 minutes 12/19/2013 - approved (added: 01/16/2014 10:38:20 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. December 19, 2013 A. D. 6013, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 1st Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Greg Albert W.M. Bro. Bill Sutton S.D. Bro. Bob Runion S.W. Bro. Kyle Linder J.D. Bro. Bobbi Bowen J.W. Bro. Dave Dunford S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. Shane Williams J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Jon Gaines Tyler Bro. --- Chap. Bro. Leon Brown The lodge was opened in due form at 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. John Murray was given the mysteries of Masonry on the 1st degree. Received 2nd and 3rd lectures. Favorable report was returned on Steve Bolton, who has decided not to join. Jan 9, 2014 will have practice. The lodge wishes those well who are ill and/or recovering from surgery. The lodge was closed in form at 9:00 p.m. Minutes by: 2013 Secretary Henry Mace 12/05/2013 minutes 12/05/2013 - approved (added: 12/19/2013 10:40:54 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. December 5, 2013 A. D. 6013, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 1st Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines W.M. Bro. Leon Brown S.D. Bro. Greg Albert S.W. Bro. Bob Runion J.D. Bro. Bobby Bowen J.W. Bro. Kyle Linder S.S. Bro. -- Treas. Bro. Steve Smith J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Tom Randles Tyler Bro. Leland Sultz Chap. Bro. Richard Barngrover Bro. John Ryan Bro. Harry McKeever Bro. Bill Sutton Bro. Danial Runion The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. Voted on petition for John Murray - passed Steve Bolton to received mysteries of Masonry, 1st degree on Dec 19th. Election of Officers: WM - Greg Albert SW - Bob Runion JW - Steve Smith Treas. - Joe Bowen Sec'y - Henry Mace Trustee off - Greg Albert Trustee til 2014 - Leon Brown Trustee til 2015 - Bob Runion Trustee til 2016 - Tom Randles Other positions: SD - Bill Sutton JD - Kyle Linder SS - Harry McKeever JS - Danial Runion Tyler - Jon Gaines Dec 8th, Installation of officers, pot luck dinner at 1pm, spouses and family welcome. The lodge wishes those well who are ill and/or recovering from surgery. The lodge was closed in form at 9:00 p.m. Minutes by: 2013 Secretary Henry Mace 11/21/2013 11/21/2013 minutes - approved (added: 12/06/2013 12:01:06 AM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. November 21, 2013 A. D. 6013, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 1st Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines W.M. Bro. Steve Smith S.D. Bro. Greg Albert S.W. Bro. Dave Dunford J.D. Bro. Bobby Bowen J.W. Bro. Kyle Linder S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. -- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Harry McKeever Tyler Bro. Leon Brown Chap. Bro. Bob Runion The lodge was opened in due form at 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. Entered: Ronney Legino Voted on petition for Steve Bolton - passed Petitions received for John Murray - Investigation committee formed - Bob Runion (chair), Harry M., Leon B. - Report back in two weeks Annual meeting Dec 5, 6:30 pm, elections. Jon/Leon soup, Tom Chili, Greg Relish Voted to give out widows basket for Christmas - passed Dec 8th, Installation of officers, pot luck dinner at 1pm, spouses and family welcome. Dave Dundford made honorary member of Albert Neese Lodge #248. The lodge wishes those well who are ill and/or recovering from surgery. The lodge was closed in form at 9:30 p.m. Minutes by: 2013 Secretary Henry Mace 11/07/2013 11/7/2013 minutes - approved (added: 11/21/2013 11:26:58 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. November 7, 2013 A. D. 6013, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 1st Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines W.M. Bro. Steve Smith S.D. Bro. Greg Albert S.W. Bro. Dave Dunford J.D. Bro. Bobby Bowen J.W. Bro. Kyle Linder S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. Leon Brown J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Bob Runion Tyler Bro. Harry McKeever Chap. Bro. Dave Sterbenz The lodge was opened in due form at 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. Entered: Dustin Nichols Entered: James Steele Entered: Shane Williams Each entered seperately. Petitions received for Steve Bolton - Investigation committee formed - Leon Brown (chair), Bob R., Tom R. - Report back in two weeks Ron Legino received a favorable review by investigation committee - Motion to receive secrets of Masonry - ballot taken and passed W.M. presented leather apron to Bro. Kyle Linder The lodge wishes those well who are ill and/or recovering from surgery. The lodge was closed in form at 10:38 p.m. Minutes by: 2013 Secretary Henry Mace 10/17/2013 10/17/2013 minutes - approved (added: 11/07/2013 10:19:50 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. October 17, 2013 A. D. 6013, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines W.M. Bro. Leon Brown S.D. Bro. Harry McKeever S.W. Bro. Tom Randles J.D. Bro. Bobby Bowen J.W. Bro. Steve Smith S.S. Bro. -- Treas. Bro. Greg Albert J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Bob Runion Tyler Bro. Mike Braun Chap. Bro. Dave Dunford Bro. Tom Fredrick Bro. John Ryan Bro. Leland Sultz The lodge was opened in due form at 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. Daniel Runion was raised to the 3rd degree (M.M.) Petitions received for Ron Legino - Investigation committee formed - Bob R., Greg A., Tom F. - Report back in two weeks Shane Williams received a favorable review by investigation committee - Motion to receive secrets of Masonry - ballot taken and passed W.M. presented leather apron to Bro. Danial Runion Practice next Thursday, Oct 24, 7pm November 1 - will receive candidates for the first degree. 7pm The lodge wishes those that are ill well, Bill Sellen and Joyce Radtke. The lodge was closed in form at 9:50 p.m. Minutes by: 2013 Secretary Henry Mace 10/03/2013 Minutes 10/03/2013 - approved (added: 10/17/2013 11:33:54 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. October 3, 2013 A. D. 6013, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 2nd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines W.M. Bro. Bob Runion S.D. Bro. Greg Albert S.W. Bro. Harry McKeever J.D. Bro. Bobbi Bowen J.W. Bro. Steve Smith S.S. Bro. -- Treas. Bro. -- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. -- Tyler Bro. Leland Sultz Chap. The lodge was opened in due form at 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. Daniel Runion was presented as a candidate to receive his second degree (F.C.) Petitions received for Shane Williams - Investigation committee formed - Greg A., Bobbi B., Steve S. Practice next Thursday on 3rd degree, Oct 10, 7pm October 10th - Daniel Runion to receive third degree - 7pm The lodge was closed in form at 8:30 p.m. Minutes by: 2013 Secretary Henry Mace 09/19/2013 09/19/2013 minutes - approved (added: 10/03/2013 07:33:02 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. September 19, 2013 A. D. 6013, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 1st Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines W.M. Bro. Bob Runion S.D. Bro. Greg Albert S.W. Bro. Leon Brown J.D. Bro. Bobbi Bowen J.W. Bro. Steve Smith S.S. Bro. -- Treas. Bro. Tom Randles J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Tom Randles Tyler Bro. Leland Sultz Chap. The lodge was opened in due form at 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. Daniel Runion was presented as a candidate to receive his first degree (E.A.) Petitions received for Dustin Nichols and James Steele - Received favorable report from investigation committee - Ballot taken - passed to receive first degree (E.A.) Practice next Thursday, Sept 26, 7pm Checking on AC October 3rd - Danial Runion to receive second degree - 7pm Picnic at 1pm on Sept 22, at the lodge The lodge wishes those that are ill or recovering, well (Dick Urish and Bill Radtke). The lodge was closed in form at 9:30 p.m. Minutes by: 2013 Secretary Henry Mace 09/05/2013 minutes 9/2/2013 - approved (added: 09/19/2013 09:24:02 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. September 5, 2013 A. D. 6013, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines W.M. Bro. Steve Smith S.D. Bro. Greg Albert S.W. Bro. Harry McKeever J.D. Bro. Bobbi Bowen J.W. Bro. Bob Runion S.S. Bro. -- Treas. Bro. _________________ J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Tom Randles Tyler Bro. Leland Sultz Chap. The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. Petition received for Dustion Nichols, James Steele, and Steven Bolton. Investigation committee formed (Tom Randles, Dave Sterbinz, Harry McKeever) Second meeting in September, September 19th will be the 1st degree. September picnic still scheduled for Sept 22 but at the lodge due to road construction. There was some talk of having a fall pancake feed. More to come. The lodge wishes those that are ill or recovering, well (Joe Bowen, Bill and Elsi Sellen, and Bill Radtke). The lodge was closed in form at 8:00 p.m. Minutes by: 2013 Secretary Henry Mace 06/20/2013 minutes 6/20/2013 - approved 9/2/2013 (added: 09/05/2013 07:08:17 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. June 20, 2013 A. D. 6013, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines W.M. Bro. --- S.D. Bro. Bob Runion S.W. Bro. Leon Brown J.D. Bro. Bobbi Bowen J.W. Bro. Dick Urish S.S. Bro. -- Treas. Bro. Kyle Linder J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Steve Smith Tyler Bro. --- Chap. The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. Petition received for Daniel Matthew Runion. Investigation committee reports a favorable report. Second meeting in Sept will be the 1st degree Jon has requested use of lodge chairs for daughter's baby shower - approved. Light on south door always on - trustees to investigate. Several members are have health issue. Greg Albert, Bill and Elsie Sellen, Bill Radke, and Bill Braun. The lodge wishes them well. Lodge goes dark for the summer. Next meeting, Sept. 5th. September picnic still scheduled for Sept 22 at Walnut Grover, just after noon. The lodge was closed in form at 8:00 p.m. Minutes by: 2013 Secretary Henry Mace 06/06/2013 minutes for 6/6/2013 - approved (added: 06/20/2013 10:15:36 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. June 6, 2013 A. D. 6013, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines W.M. Bro. Harry McKeever S.D. Bro. Bob Runion S.W. Bro. Tom Fredrick J.D. Bro. Bobbi Bowen J.W. Bro. Kyle Lynder S.S. Bro. -- Treas. Bro. Gilbert Weidman J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. --- Tyler Bro. Mike Braum Chap. The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. Petition received for Daniel Matthew Runion. Steve, Harry, and Jon will form investigation committee. Several members are have health issue. Greg Albert, Bill and Elsie Sellen, Bill Radke, and Bill Braun. The lodge wishes them well. One more meeting on June 20, before lodge goes dark for the summer. September picnic still scheduled for Sept 22 at Walnut Grover, just after noon. The lodge was closed in form at 8:00 p.m. Minutes by: 2013 Secretary Henry Mace 05/02/2013 minutes 5/2/2013 - approved (added: 05/16/2013 11:41:17 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. May 2, 2013 A. D. 6013, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Greg Albert W.M. Bro. Harry McKeever S.D. Bro. Steve Smith S.W. Bro. Kyle Linder J.D. Bro. Joe Bowen J.W. Bro. Dick Urish S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. --- Tyler Bro. --- Chap. The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. District Deputy Grand Master will visit on 5/16. Carbondale - May 11th - pancake feed - downtown Carbondale Joe Bowen has new grandson in Denver. Lodge wishes them well. The lodge was closed in form at 8:10 p.m. Minutes by: 2013 Secretary Henry Mace 04/18/2013 minutes 4/18/2013 - approved (added: 05/02/2013 09:51:52 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. April 18, 2013 A. D. 6013, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines M. Bro. Steve Smith S.D. Bro. Greg Albert S.W. Bro. Joe Bowen J.D. Bro. Bobbie Bowen J.W. Bro. Dick Urish S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Harry McKeever Tyler Bro. --- Chap. Bro. Tom Johnson The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. Brother Kyle Linder awaiting 3rd degree - 'raised' May 16th - District Deputy GM Joe Miller will attend. Sept. 22 - Lodge picnic at Walnut grove. Report on Pancake Feed - Good success - raised $466. Bill Radtke and Joyce are still doing great, and improving. Bill Sellen at hospital with Elsie. The lodge wishes them well. The lodge was closed in form at 10:00 p.m. Minutes by: 2013 Secretary Henry Mace 04/04/2013 minutes - 4/4/2013 - approved (added: 04/18/2013 08:16:51 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. April 4, 2013 A. D. 6013, A.L. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 2nd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines M. Bro. Steve Smith S.D. Bro. Greg Albert S.W. Bro. David Voss J.D. Bro. Bobbie Bowen J.W. Bro. Dick Urish S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. Harry McKeever J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Leon Brown Tyler Bro. Harry McKeever Chap. The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. Brother Kyle Linder to receive 2nd degree - 'passed' April 11, 7:00 pm - third degree practice Pancake feed - April 13th, 7 - 11 am Pancake shifts - 7 - 9 and 9 - 11 - See Mel C to sign up. Bill Radtke and Joyce (who returned from hospital) are doing great, and improving. Bill Sellen was not feeling so well. The lodge wishes them well. The lodge was closed in form at 9:00 p.m. Minutes by: 2013 Secretary Henry Mace 03/21/2013 minutes - 3/21/2013 - approved 4/4/2013 (added: 04/04/2013 10:07:14 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. March 21, A. D. 2013, A.L. 6013 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 1st Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines M. Bro. Steve Smith S.D. Bro. Greg Albert S.W. Bro. Bill Sellen J.D. Bro. Bobbie Bowen J.W. Bro. Dick Urish S.S. Bro. -- Treas. Bro. Harry McKeever J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Leon Brown Tyler Bro. Bill Sellen Chap. The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. Investigation committee reports favorably on candidate Kyle Linder. Balloting on condidate Kyle Linder - elected. Kyle Linder initiated on 1st degree. Leon Brown reported from Grand Lodge. Encourages people to attend next Grand Lodge Requesting information from Grand Lodge (missing annual report). Ty Alvers may attend next meeting if we can contact him. April 4th - 2nd degree for Kyle Linder. Working meeting on 3/28 - practice for 2nd degree. Pancake feed - April 13th, 7 - 11 am - need to clean the basement and move equipment. Pancake shifts - 7 - 9 and 9 - 11 - See Mel C to sign up. Bill and Joyce are doing great, and improving. The lodge wishes them well. The lodge was closed in form at 10:08 p.m. Minutes by: 2013 Secretary Henry Mace 03/07/2013 minutes - 3/7/2013 - approved (added: 03/21/2013 04:41:01 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. March 7, A. D. 2013, A.L. 6013 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines M. Bro. Bill Sellen S.D. Bro. Greg Albert S.W. Bro. Steve Smith J.D. Bro. Bobbie Bowen J.W. Bro. Dick Urish S.S. Bro. -- Treas. Bro. John Ryan J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Harry McKeever Tyler Bro. Bill Sellen Chap. Guest: John Ryan Doug Hodge The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. 27 members and spouses were present at the dinner held February 23, at Topeka Steak House. WM declared the event an overwhelming success. Investigating committee has not yet met with Kyle Linder. Try to practice next Thursday on the first degree and balloting. Open next meeting, March 21, at 7:00 pm. Going to Grand Lodge: Jon, Harry, Leon Use of basement by Stacy Prim for birthday celebration (contacted by Gilbert) and in May by Bailee Myers (May 19th - Sunday) (contacted via email) Pancake feed - April 13th, 7 - 11 am - need to clean the basement and move equipment. Pancake shiftw - 7 - 9 and 9 - 11 - See Mel C to sign up. Bill and Joyce are doing great, but confined to home. The lodge wishes them well. Bill would welcome any guests. The lodge was closed in form at 8:00 p.m. Minutes by: 2013 Secretary Henry Mace 02/07/2013 minutes 2/7/2013 - approved (added: 03/07/2013 07:36:09 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. February 7, A. D. 2013, A.L. 6013 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines M. Bro. Bill Sellen S.D. Bro. Joe Bowen S.W. Bro. Leon Brown J.D. Bro. Bob Runion J.W. Bro. Dick Urish S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. Steve Smith J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Tom Randles Tyler Bro. Harry McKeever Chap. The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. Received petition for Kyle Linder - approved unanimously Took count for attendance for spouses dinner 2/23 Dalton Welsh still wanting become a member of the lodge. Brad Carpentar did work with the lodge members in study session. Bobbie Bowen will try to fill in as J.W. Bill Radke and Joyce at home recovering from their illnesses. Bill Sellen out sick. Harry's wife Rose is doing better. The lodge wishes them a speedy recovery. The lodge was closed in form at 8:00 p.m. Minutes by: 2013 Secretary Henry Mace 01/17/2013 minutes - 1/17/2013 - approved (added: 02/07/2013 03:13:23 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. January 17, A. D. 2013, A.L. 6013 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 1st Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines M. Bro. Harry McKeever S.D. Bro. Greg Albert S.W. Bro. Leon Brown J.D. Bro. ----------- J.W. Bro. --------------- S.S. Bro. ----------- Treas. Bro. ---------------- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. --------------- Tyler Bro. Bill Sellen Chap. The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. Bradley Carpenter was raised in due form on the 1st degree January 17, 2013. Harry McKeever presented the 2nd narrative. Bill Sellens presented the 3rd lecture. Steve Smith was out sick. Bill Radtke was down with the flu. Bill's wife (Joyce) was also having some medical issues, but was back home. The lodge wishes them a speedy recovery. Attendance at the district meeting January 12th, 2013 in Topeka received high marks and great favor as presented by Bill Sellen. W.M asked if lodge members would like to attend a sweatheard dinner, Febr 16th at the Topeka Steakhouse. Reservations to be made by Sec. Henry Mace and email notification to be sent asking for RSVPs. (Note: dinner postponed until Febr 23 (Saturday at 6pm) by W.M.) Received $15 sign money from Bro. Ted Worthington. Heating bill was high for January, but this is normal (for Kansas). The lodge was closed in form at 9:07 p.m. Minutes by: 2013 Secretary Henry Mace 01/03/2013 minutes 1/3/2013 - approved (added: 01/17/2013 05:40:57 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. January 3, A. D. 2013, A.L. 6012 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 1st Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines M. Bro. Bill Sellen S.D. Bro. Greg Albert S.W. Bro. Leon Brown J.D. Bro. Bill Radtke J.W. Bro. Dick Urish S.S. Bro. -- Treas. Bro. Steve Smith J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Tom Randles Tyler Bro. Harry McKeever Chap. The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. Bradley Carpenter will be raised on the 1st degree January 17, 2013. Communications with Ty Albers to determine when he can join the lodge. Donations were accepted to reimburse candidates for back ground checks. All chairs being asked to attend district meeting January 12th, 2013 in Topeka. The lodge was closed in form at 8:05 p.m. Minutes by: 2013 Secretary Henry Mace 12/20/2012 minutes 12/20/2012 - approved (added: 01/03/2013 05:09:45 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. December 20, A. D. 2012, A.L. 6012 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines M. Bro. Harry McKeever S.D. Bro. Greg Albert S.W. Bro. Leon Brown J.D. Bro. Bill Radtke J.W. Bro. Steve Smith S.S. Bro. -- Treas. Bro. -- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. -- Tyler Bro. Mike Braum Chap. The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. District meeting Jan 12th, 2414 W 14th Donation from Marie Johnston ($150) - Card to be sent from lodge thanking her. Sign money collected ($45) Thank You card from Crystal Hill for fruit basket. Thank You card from Marie Johnston for fruit basket. Elsie Sellens having medical problems - the lodge wisher her well. Practice for 1st degree, tonight and first meeting in January, 2013. The lodge was closed in form at 8:05 p.m. Minutes by: 2013 Secretary Henry Mace 11/15/2012 Minutes 11/12/2012 - approved (added: 12/06/2012 04:24:42 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. November 15, A. D. 2012, A.L. 6012 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines M. Bro. Joe Bowen S.D. Bro. Steve Smith S.W. Bro. Bill Radtke J.D. Bro. Greg Albert J.W. Bro. Michael Scott S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. Dick Urish J.S. Bro. Bob Runion Sec’y. Bro. Harry McKeever Tyler Bro. Mike Braum Chap. The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. $45 in sign money was conveyed to the Treasurer Two petitions received, read, accepted and referred to committee: Micheal Scott, Harry McKeever, Greg Albert. Committee to report at next stated meeting. Discussion of next meeting - election night. Sickness: Michael Scott's wife is going in for surgery. Lodge prayers go with her. Master encouraged members to consider seeking a chair for 2013. The lodge was closed in form at 8:05 p.m. Minutes by: Bro. Bob Runion, with appreciation from 2012 Secretary Henry Mace 11/01/2012 minutes 11/01/2012 - approved (added: 11/12/2012 03:53:55 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. November 1, A. D. 2012, A.L. 6012 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines M. Bro. Harry McKeever S.D. Bro. Steve Smith S.W. Bro. Bill Radtke J.D. Bro. Greg Albert J.W. Bro. Michael Scott S.S. Bro. --- Treas. Bro. Leon Brown J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Mel Crothers Tyler Bro. Bill Sellen Chap. The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Michael Scott will present the petitions of candidates already in the process of becoming members from earlier in the year. For the annual meeting, Tom/Michael will provide apples and chili, Leon Brown will supply the osyter stew. Invite wives to installation. Widows baskets to be provided with the help of Harry, Mike, and Joe. The lodge was closed in form at 8:15 p.m. Minutes by: 2012 Secretary Henry Mace 10/18/2012 minutes 10/18/2012 - approved (added: 11/12/2012 03:48:48 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. October 18, A. D. 2012, A.L. 6012 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines M. Bro. Harry McKeever S.D. Bro. Steve Smith S.W. Bro. Bill Radtke J.D. Bro. Greg Albert J.W. Bro. Bob Runion S.S. Bro. --- Treas. Bro. Dick Urish J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Bobby Bowen Tyler Bro. --- Chap. The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Review of candidates needs to be completed. Sales of items in basement not good, requesting additional time. approved. Presented Bro. Leon Brown with 25 year pin, by W.M. Jon Gaines. Mel Crothers went back to work. Congratulations Mel! Harry's wife fell but is back home. Lodge wishes her continue health. The lodge was closed in form at 8:15 p.m. Minutes by: 2012 Secretary Henry Mace 10/04/2012 Minutes 10/4/2012 - approved (added: 11/12/2012 03:41:23 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. October 4, A. D. 2012, A.L. 6012 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith M. Bro. Joe Bowen S.D. Bro. Bill Sellen S.W. Bro. Bill Radtke J.D. Bro. Greg Albert J.W. Bro. Bob Runion S.S. Bro. --- Treas. Bro. Leon Brown J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Leon Bronw Tyler Bro. Mel Crothers Chap. The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Earl Olsen - District Deputy Grand Master - District #15 Three petitions may be forth coming... Garage sale by Henry Mace - requesting to use the lodge - approved. Members again voiced concerns about the required background checks. Need membership counts reviewed. All lodges should have strategic plans. Presented by Earl Olsen: Greetings from the G.M. March 15-16 - Salina (2013) - annual meeting Leadership Academy 10/6/2012 - $20 Freeman Hodapp guest speaker. (Masons for dummies...) G.L. new database available to secretaries. Forms online. Masonic License plate available with funds to Library museum fund and Grand Lodge fund. Jon G. not feeling well. Lodges wishes him a healthy recovery. The lodge was closed in form at 8:15 p.m. Minutes by: 2012 Secretary Henry Mace 09/06/2012 minutes 09/06/2012 - approved (added: 09/18/2012 04:50:18 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. September 6, A. D. 2012, A.L. 6012 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines M. Bro. Harry McKeever S.D. Bro. Leon Brown S.W. Bro. Bill Radtke J.D. Bro. Greg Albert J.W. Bro. Bob Runion S.S. Bro. --- Treas. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. --- Tyler Bro. Bill Sellens Chap. The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Annual picnic, Sept 23, Walnut Grove, Sunday - 1pm 978 E. 350 Rd, Overbrook, Ks 66524 Will send letter to widows on picnic and email those with email addresses. Gilbert is doing well after battling cancer. The lodge was closed in form at 8:00 p.m. Minutes by: 2012 Secretary Henry Mace 06/07/2012 Minutes 6/7/2012 - approved (added: 06/21/2012 03:48:55 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. June 7, A. D. 2012, A.L. 6012 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Tom Randles Bro. Harry McKeever S.D. Bro. Steve Smith S.W. Bro. Bill Radtke J.D. Bro. Greg Albert J.W. Bro. Gilbert Weidman S.S. Bro. --- Treas. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. --- Tyler Bro. Bill Sellens Chap. The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Gas meter damaged and replaced. Weeds and growth around building and AC unit needs some attention. Gilbert is back. Welcome back and continued good health. The lodge was closed in form at 8:50 p.m. Minutes by: 2012 Secretary Henry Mace 05/03/2012 Minutes 5/3/2012 - approved (added: 05/17/2012 03:20:00 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. May 3, A. D. 2012, A.L. 6012 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines M. Bro. Harry McKeever S.D. Bro. Greg Albert S.W. Bro. Bill Radtke J.D. Bro. Dave Sterbenz J.W. Bro. Leon Brown S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. Bob Runion J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Steve Smith Tyler Bro. Mike Braum Chap. Bro. Tom Randles Bro. Cecil George Bro. Tom Johnson (#51 - PM) Bro. Earl Olson DDGM #15 The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Essay contest notice was read. Shrine football classic announced. Thank you card to be sent to Mrs. Nichols for the gravel. Bro. Gilbert Weidman recovering from lung operation, taking treatments for cancer. Words from DDGM Earl Olson Re-lighting the torch Number on program Master achievement award Perpetual Life Memebership CHIS - children identification program Friends of Masons Masters Cards Outstanding Mason Award Town hall meeting - July 16 - Saturday morning - Layfiette Lodge Strategic Planning Edict on background check - Formal objection made from Albert Neese Lodge #248 The lodge was closed in form at 8:50 p.m. Minutes by: 2012 Secretary Henry Mace 04/19/2012 Minutes 4/19/2012 (approved) (added: 05/17/2012 03:08:58 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. April 19, A. D. 2012, A.L. 6012 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 2nd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Tom Randles M. Bro. Joe Bowen S.D. Bro. Jon Gaines S.W. Bro. Bill Radtke J.D. Bro. Dave Sterbenz J.W. Bro. Michael Scott S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Steve Smith Tyler Bro. Bill Sellens Chap. Bro. Leon Brown Bro. Harry McKeever The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Matt Sellens was called to work. Tyler Morgan will return when work permits. Thursday 4/26, practice on 2nd degree - 7pm Discussion on edict on background check. Bill Sellens expressed edict is ment to keep out those of harmful intent and regulation. Try to make it work and see what happens at the next Grand Lodge. The lodge was closed in form at 8:15 p.m. Minutes by: 2012 Secretary Henry Mace 04/05/2012 Minutes 4/5/2012 (approved) (added: 04/16/2012 09:57:11 AM) MINUTES 5 APRIL 2012 The Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd degree of Masonry at 7:30, 5 April AD 2012, AL 6012. Members and guests as per register. Stations and Places: Master Jon Gaines SW -Leon Brown JW Joe Bowen TR Joe Bowen Sec Bob Runion SD Harry McKeever JD Bill Radtke SS Steve Smith The Pledge of Allegiance was rendered, led by the Worshipful Master in the East. Minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Correspondence received: a) Letter from the insurance company soliciting proxy votes; b) CD Bank information; c) WB Steve Smith Dues d) A card from the Clarence Lyden family thanking the Lodge for the Funeral service e) A letter from DDGM Earl Olsen was read in Lodge which referenced his official visit on May 3, 2012. A general discussion ensued regarding the information from the previous minutes about the possible new investigating requirement by Grand Lodge. General opinion of those present that unless and until a formal Grand Lodge by-law change or a Grand Master’s edict is received that the Lodge proposes to ignore the informal knowledge on this subject. Consensus was that until official instructions are received from Grand Lodge explaining this procedure - ‘it doesn’t exist’. WB Steve Smith reported that a Brother Marvin Grandstaff is attempting to gain reinstatement of his Lodge and the possible transfer to Albert Neese. The usual formalities will have to be observed in accordance with the Grand Lodge rules and procedures. The Treasurer gave a short overview of the Lodge’s Certificate’s of Deposit nearing maturity and will be considered for re-investment after a comparison of rates at other financial institution’s. Considerable discussion was held regarding a special meeting on Saturday, 4:00 PM, 7 April, 2012 to administer the 1st Degree Lectures to Br: Matt Sellens. WB Steve Smith and WB Harry McKeever were to obtain assistance and/or to divide the work among themselves. Owing to the sponsor’s not appearing at the Lodge, further developments will be forthcoming. Sickness and Distress: a) WB Joe Bowen reported that Br: Dave Sterbenz had suffered a stroke. His current condition was unknown. A get well card is proposed. b) WB Gilbert Weidman, past Master and past Secretarty, was reported to have had surgery and was home recovering. A get well card is also proposed since members were unable to contact him by telephone. No further business appearing before the Lodge, it was closed in due form ad 9:00 PM minutes by Bro. Bob Runion (thanks!) 03/15/2012 Minutes 03/15/2012 (approved) (added: 04/05/2012 04:41:02 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. March 15, A. D. 2012, A.L. 6012 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Tom Randles M. Bro. Harry McKeever S.D. Bro. Steve Smith S.W. Bro. Bill Radtke J.D. Bro. Dave Sterbenz J.W. Bro. --- S.S. Bro. --- Treas. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. --- Tyler Bro. --- Chap. The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Matt Sellens trying to set up meeting with lodge to do degree work. After April 1st - new members need to have a background check (Grand Lodge). This is not a formal process. Membership of lodge is responsible for character references. Investigating committee's job is to do the character reference checking. No communications from the Grand Lodge on this issue. Harry McKeever and his wife checked the roof for missing tiles and several on the west and a few on the east are missing. The lodge was closed in form at 7:50 p.m. Minutes by: 2012 Secretary Henry Mace 03/01/2012 Minutes - 3/1/2012 (approved) (added: 03/15/2012 02:53:19 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. March 1, A. D. 2012, A.L. 6012 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines M. Bro. Joey Bowen S.D. Bro. Greg Albert S.W. Bro. Bill Radtke J.D. Bro. Joe Bowen J.W. Bro. Leon Brown S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. --- Tyler Bro. Bill Sellens Chap. Bro. Harry McKeever Bro. Bob Runion The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Use of lodge was requested by families in the Shawnee Heights neighborhood. Approved by trustees. Motion made to purchase new waste basket for secretary who was slanderously accused of eating the current reseptical. Motion passed. Harry offered to bring a clean plastic bucket to take the place of the ailing trash can. If there are new candidates that need to be presented, they need to be made in person by the one presenting the petition. Monthly gas, electric, and water bills being paid online as they occur each month. The lodge was closed in form at 7:50 p.m. Minutes by: 2012 Secretary Henry Mace 02/16/2012 Minutes 02/16/2012 (approved) (added: 03/01/2012 04:51:50 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. February 16, A. D. 2012, A.L. 6012 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Tom Randles M. Bro. Bob Runion S.D. Bro. Jon Gaines S.W. Bro. Bill Radtke J.D. Bro. Greg Albert J.W. Bro. Steve Smith S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Leon Brown Tyler Bro. --- Chap. Bro. Dave Sterbins The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Tyler Morgan moved to Lawrence with Micheal Scott. Tyler may return to lodge to complete degree work. Have not be able to contact Matt Sellens. Master asked about pancake feed, which may hinge on work by Mel. The lodge was closed in form at 7:50 p.m. Minutes by: 2012 Secretary Henry Mace 02/02/2012 Minutes 2/2/2012 (approved) (added: 02/16/2012 02:52:06 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. February 2, A. D. 2012, A.L. 6012 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines M. Bro. Bill Sutton S.D. Bro. Steve Smith S.W. Bro. Bill Radtke J.D. Bro. Greg Albert J.W. Bro. Bob Runion S.S. Bro. --- Treas. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Leon Brown Tyler Bro. --- Chap. Bro. Dick Urish The lodge was opened in due form at 7:35 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Joe's and Tom's trucks not working... March 16-17, 2012 — Annual Communication, Salina, Grand Lodge of Kansas The lodge was closed in form at 7:50 p.m. Minutes by: 2012 Secretary Henry Mace 01/19/2012 Minutes 01/19/2012 (approved) (added: 02/02/2012 07:05:51 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. January 19, A. D. 2012, A.L. 6012 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Tom Randles M. Bro. Joey Bowen S.D. Bro. Jon Gaines S.W. Bro. Bill Radtke J.D. Bro. Greg Albert J.W. Bro. Harry McKeever S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. --- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Steve Smith Tyler Bro. --- Chap. Bro. Leon Brown The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Number of unpaid dues at 28. Lodge of sarrow for 2011 was closed. Lodge of sarrow was opened for 2012. Bill Sellens wife was in car accident. The lodge sends their regards and wishes her well. Will have practice for 2nd and 3rd degree after close. The lodge was closed in form at 8:10 p.m. Minutes by: 2012 Secretary Henry Mace 01/05/2012 Minutes 1/5/2012 (approved) (added: 01/19/2012 11:31:38 AM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. January 5, A. D. 2012, A.L. 6012 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 1st Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Tom Randles M. Bro. Bill Sutton S.D. Bro. Jon Gaines S.W. Bro. Bill Radtke J.D. Bro. Greg Albert J.W. Bro. Michael Scott S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. Joe Bowen J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Steve Smith Tyler Bro. Mike Braum Chap. Bro. Bill Sellens Bro. Tom Frederick The lodge was opened in due form at 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Mr. Matt Sellens - received instructions on the first degree. Chairs were changed: Harry McKeever M. Jon Gaines SW. Greg Albert JW. Steve Smith SD. Joe Bowen JS. Bill Sutton Tyler Jan 21st, District Meeting, 30th and McVicker. Thank you cards received from widows. Special thank you to be sent to Marie Johnston. Practice on Jan 18 for second degree practice at 7:00pm. Open January 19th meeting at 7pm. The lodge was closed in form at 9:05 p.m. Minutes by: 2012 Secretary Henry Mace 12/15/2011 12/15/2011 Minutes (approved) (added: 01/05/2012 01:14:56 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. December 15, A. D. 2011, A.L. 6011 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 1st Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines M. Bro. Joey Bowen S.D. Bro. Bill Sutton S.W. Bro. Bill Radtke J.D. Bro. Leon Brown J.W. Bro. Michael Scott S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. Harry McKeever J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Steve Smith Tyler Bro. Bill Sellens Chap. The lodge was opened in due form at 7:15 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. Mr. Tyler Morgan - received instructions on the first degree. Chairs were changed: Leon Brown M. Jon Gaines SW. Joe Bowen JW. Steve Smith SD. The minutes of the previous meeting were read, revised and approved. Report heating unit not working causing furnace to run hot. May be reason for high heating bill. Treasurer and Secretary's Annual Report presented and approved as amended. Practice on Dec 22 for first degree practice at 7:00pm. Open January 5th meeting at 7pm. Plans were made to be at Lonnie Welch's funeral at Clinton (short service requested by Lonnie). Wish will be observed. The lodge was closed in form at 8:30 p.m. Minutes by: 2012 Secretary Henry Mace 12/01/2011 12/01/2011 Minutes (approved) (added: 12/15/2011 04:06:00 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. December 1, A. D. 2011, A.L. 6011 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Tom Randles. Bro. Greg Albert S.D. Bro. Bill Sutton S.W. Bro. Bill Radtke J.D. Bro. Joe Bowen J.W. Bro. Michael Scott S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. Harry McKeever J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Steve Smith Tyler Bro. Bill Sellens Chap. Bro. Mike Braum The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read, revised and approved. DD Earl Olson requested ANL #248 to do the section section of the 3rd degree at the District School - January 21, 2012. Election of officers was held with the following be elected: Tom Randles WM Jon Gaines SW Greg Albert JW Joe Bowen Tres. Henry Mace Sec. Joey Bowen SD Bill Radtke JD Micheal Scott SS Leon Brown JS Bill Sellens Chap. --- Tyler Bob Runion trustee (2012-2014) Report on candidate Matt Sellens was favorable. Ballot was taken and candidate passed. Practice next Thursday at 7pm, Dec 8th. Bob Runion recovering from operation. Lodge wishes him well. Installation of officers: December 11, 1pm - potluck. The lodge was closed in form at 8:30 p.m. Minutes by: 2011 Secretary Henry Mace 11/17/2011 11/17/2011 minutes (approved) (added: 12/01/2011 03:07:59 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. November 17, A. D. 2011, A.L. 6011 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 1st Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith M. Bro. Greg Albert S.D. Bro. Jon Gaines S.W. Bro. Bill Radtke J.D. Bro. Harry McKeever J.W. Bro. Michael Scott S.S. Bro. Joey Bowen Treas. Bro. ---- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. --- Tyler Bro. Bill Sellens Chap. The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read, revised and approved. Mark Wulfkuhle has requested a demit. Our attendance and bible gift at the Billy Hill funeral was well received and appreciated. Members volunteered to bring food for annual meeting December 1, 2011. Widows baskets will be purchased from Dillons, adding Crytal Hill to the list. Harry and Mike offered to perform this service. We were informed that our long time insurance agent had passed away. The lodge was closed in form at 8:00 p.m. Minutes by: 2011 Secretary Henry Mace 11/03/2011 minutes 11/3/2011 (approved) (added: 11/17/2011 04:49:27 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. November 3, A. D. 2011, A.L. 6011 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith M. Bro. Greg Albert S.D. Bro. Bill Sutton S.W. Bro. Bill Radtke J.D. Bro. Leon Brown J.W. Bro. Michael Scott S.S. Bro. ---- Treas. Bro. Harry McKeever J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. --- Tyler Bro. Bill Sellens Chap. Micheal Braum Richard Urish Jon Gaines The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Petition presented by Michael Scott for Matt Sellens. Investigating committee: Leon Brown, Steve Smith, Bill Sutton Report on Tyler Morgan - Harry McKeever, Bob Runion, and Bill Sellens reported favorably on the candidate. Ballot was taken and candidate passed. Michael Scott offered to have a band perform as a fund raiser or just entertainment (social event). Will continue discussion after lodge meeting in basement. The lodge was closed in form at 8:00 p.m. Minutes by: 2011 Secretary Henry Mace 10/06/2011 Minutes 10/06/2011 (approved) (added: 10/20/2011 03:33:57 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. October 6, A. D. 2011, A.L. 6011 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Jon Gaines M. Bro. Greg Albert S.D. Bro. Harry McKeever S.W. Bro. Tom Johnson J.D. Bro. Bob Runion J.W. Bro. Michael Scott S.S. Bro. ---- Treas. Bro. ---- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Bill Radtke Tyler Bro. Bill Sellens Chap. District Deputy Earl Olson Leland Saltz Bobby Bowen Bill Sutton The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Petition presented for Tyler Morgan. Harry McKeever, Bill Sellens, and Bob Runion will serve on investigating committee. Rainbow girls can use the lodge for dance on Novemeber 5th. Thanked Jon for offering to use the grove, but picnic held at lodge. From District Deputy Earl Olson: Cyfer books and candidate book are re-written and will be printed and available at Grand Lodge. Keep the lessons of the first degree secret (even though they may be on other medial...). New perpetual life member pins available at Grand Lodge. All lodges should have a strategic plan by 2013, estimating were you will be in 5/10/20 years. Figure out your goals and a prepare a plan to get there. Wardens school will be January 21, 2012. The lodge was closed in form at 8:00 p.m. Minutes by: 2011 Secretary Henry Mace 09/15/2011 Minutes 9/15/2011 (approved) (added: 10/20/2011 03:32:14 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. September 15, A. D. 2011, A.L. 6011 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith M. Bro. Jon Gaines S.D. Bro. Bill Sutton S.W. Bro. Leon Brown J.D. Bro. Bob Runion J.W. Bro. Harry McKeever S.S. Bro. Joey Bowen Treas. Bro. ---- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Bobby Bowen Tyler Bro. Bill Sellens Chap. The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Clothes box for boys and girls club will be located on the property. Picnic at Jon's grove this Sunday. Will send out emails. District Deputy Grand Master Earl Olson will attend Oct 5. Oct 15 will let Nelson Young relations use lodge for family reunion. Put equipment away. Will allow lighted sign to be put on property for Berryton activity. Continued use of property for recycling and ball diamond for community use. Water valve problem and electrical flickering are still problems. The lodge was closed in form at 8:00 p.m. Minutes by: 2011 Secretary Henry Mace 09/01/2011 Minutes 9/1/2011 (approved) (added: 09/15/2011 06:19:15 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. September 1, A. D. 2011, A.L. 6011 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith M. Bro. Harry McKeever S.D. Bro. Bill Sutton S.W. Bro. Leon Brown J.D. Bro. Bob Runion J.W. Bro. ---- S.S. Bro. ------- Treas. Bro. ---- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. ---- Tyler Bro. Michael Scott Chap. The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. in a very hot room. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Fall picnic at Jon Gaines on 9/18/2011. Presented Michael Scott his membership card by WM. Request to locate clothes box approved. Bill Hill in hospital, making the best with his guitar. Bobby Bowen had heart attack over the summer but is recovering well. Lonnie Welch out of the hospital and is feeling well. The lodge was closed in form at 8:00 p.m. Minutes by: 2011 Secretary Henry Mace 06/16/2011 Minutes June 16, 2011 - approved (added: 09/15/2011 06:20:04 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. June 16, A. D. 2011, A.L. 6011 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: WM Bro. Bill Sutton SW Bro. Steve Smith JW Bro. Bob Runion SD Bro. Leon Brown SD Bro. Steve Smith SS Bro. David Scott Tyler Bro. Steve Smith The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. No minutes to approve (Henry was gone), no bills, no communications. WB Steve Smith reported on WB Lonny Welch was admitted to the VA and is under treatment for a variety of ailments. We wish him a speedy recovery. No further business appered before the lodge. The lodge was closed in form at 8:30 p.m. Minutes by: 2011 WB Bob Runion (thanks Bob, Henry) 06/02/2011 Minutes 6/2/2011 approved (added: 09/15/2011 06:36:59 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. June 2, A. D. 2011, A.L. 6011 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Tom Randles M. Bro. Leon Brown S.D. Bro. Bill Sutton S.W. Bro. Bill Radke J.D. Bro. Jon Gaines J.W. Bro. Harry McKeever S.S. Bro. ------- Treas. Bro. ---- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Steve Smith Tyler Bro. Bill Sellen Chap. Boby Bowen Mel Crothers Tom Johnson Michael Scott The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Raised Michael Scott to the 3rd degree. Joey Bowen is doing well after surgery. Taking short walks. The lodge was closed in form at 8:00 p.m. Minutes by: 2011 Secretary Henry Mace 05/19/2011 Minutes 5/19/2011 approved (added: 06/02/2011 04:06:23 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. May 19, A. D. 2011, A.L. 6011 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 2nd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Harry McKeaver M. Bro. Leon Brown S.D. Bro. Bill Sutton S.W. Bro. Greg Albert J.D. Bro. Tom Randles J.W. Bro. ---- S.S. Bro. ------- Treas. Bro. Bill Radtke J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Steve Smith Tyler Bro. Bill Sellens Chap. Bro. Cecil George Bro. Bob Runion Bro. Mike Brown The lodge was opened in due form at 7:10 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Michael Scott was lead through the 2nd degree Information on Essay contest for 2011 was read. Grand Master Reception and Banquet announced. Practices for 3rd degree work scheduled for next Thursday and following Tuesday and other dates if necessary. The lodge was closed in form at 8:30 p.m. Minutes by: 2011 Secretary Henry Mace 05/04/2011 Minutes 5/4/2011 (approved) (added: 05/19/2011 06:40:44 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. May 5, A. D. 2011, A.L. 6011 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 1st Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Tom Randles M. Bro. ----- S.D. Bro. Bill Sutton S.W. Bro. Steve Smith J.D. Bro. John Gaines J.W. Bro. Harry McKeaver S.S. Bro. ------- Treas. Bro. Bob Runion J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Greg Albert Tyler Bro. ------- Chap. Dist. Dir. G.M. Earl Olson Bro. Tom Johnson Bro. Bill Radtke Bro. Bill Braun Bro. Mel Crothers The lodge was opened in due form at 7:10 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Michael Scott was lead through the 1st degree DDGM Earl Olson spoke on the following: Vision 20/20 - setting 5/10/20 year goals Masters Achievement Award Relighting the torch - Masonic lead project for hours of service. Warden School - prepares for Masters. Perpetual Life Membership - 20 times annual dues - sent back to lodge. Web site: KansasMason.org. The lodge was closed in form at 9:00 p.m. Minutes by: 2011 Secretary Henry Mace 04/21/2011 Minutes for April 21, 2011 (approved) (added: 05/05/2011 08:15:29 AM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. April 21, A. D. 2011, A.L. 6011 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 1st Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Tom Randles M. Bro. Steve Smith S.D. Bro. Bill Sutton S.W. Bro. Bobby Bowen J.D. Bro. Joe Bowen J.W. Bro. Bill Sellen S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. ----- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. ----- Tyler Bro. Bill Sellen Chap. The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Investigating committee reported favorably on Michael Scott's petition. Committee released. By prepared ballot, Michael Scott was duely elected. First degree will be give to Michael at May 5th meeting. Motion made and approved to accept Richard Watson's payment of dues for 2010 and 2011. He may become demit later in the year as annual renewals are processed. September picnic scheduled for September 18th at the John Gaines' Walnut Grove. The lodge was closed in form at 8:30 p.m. Minutes by: 2011 Secretary Henry Mace 04/07/2011 Minutes for April 7, 2011 (approved) (added: 04/21/2011 04:41:45 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. April 7, A. D. 2011, A.L. 6011 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Tom Randles M. Bro. Bob Runion S.D. Bro. Bill Sutton S.W. Bro. Bill Radtke J.D. Bro. Steve Smith J.W. Bro. ----- S.S. Bro. ------- Treas. Bro. ----- J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. ----- Tyler Bro. Bill Sellen Chap. The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Need to contact John Gaines about fall picnic. Need to update by-laws to reflect new dues. Steve S. wanting to accept Michael Scotts petition - Steve S., Bill S. and Henry M. will form the investigating committee. Henry M. asked if Nebraska rowing team could use the lodge April 29th. Approved. Dalton Welsh has completed basics and will be back in the area in September to complete his degree work. Joe Bowen is schedule to have hip surgery in May. We wish him well. The lodge was closed in form at 8:30 p.m. Minutes by: 2011 Secretary Henry Mace 03/17/2011 Minutes for March 17, 2011 (approved) (added: 04/07/2011 04:31:52 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. March 17, A. D. 2011, A.L. 6011 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Tom Randles M. Bro. ----- S.D. Bro. Steve Smith S.W. Bro. ----- J.D. Bro. Harry McKeever J.W. Bro. ----- S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. Joe Bowen J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Steve Smith Tyler Bro. Henry Mace Chap. The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Need to contact John Gaines about fall picnic. Waiting for Mel to mention pancake feed. Marie Johnston's son is having a heart transplant and planning assistance to this effort is under way. Need to update email list and post meeting schedules. The lodge was closed in form at 8:30 p.m. Minutes by: 2011 Secretary Henry Mace 02/17/2011 Minutes for February 17, 2011 (approved 3/17/2011) (added: 03/03/2011 05:01:29 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. February 17, A. D. 2011, A.L. 6011 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Tom Randles M. Bro. Greg Albert S.D. Bro. Bill Sutton S.W. Bro. Bill Radtke J.D. Bro. Bob Runion J.W. Bro. Harry McKeever S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. Joe Bowen J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Steve Smith Tyler Bro. Bill Sellen Chap. The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. A new ledger will be created for recording membership attendance at stated communications of the lodge. Handed out changes to the Grand Lodge By-Laws for review and comment. Gravel for the parking lot has been donated and/or funds from the baseball activity have helped to acquire the four truck loads of gravel. Cole Emerson and others have voluteered to truck the gravel to the lot. The county is looking to repair the road that runs on the east side of the building. More information to come later as plans are developed. Bill Radtke's wife fell and broke her hip, but is home now. We all wish her a speedy recovery. The lodge was closed in form at 8:30 p.m. Minutes by: 2011 Secretary Henry Mace 01/08/2011 Proposed Changes to Grand Lodge of Kansas By-Laws for Annual Communication 2011 (added: 01/08/2011 01:32:19 PM) Bob R. - if you see this... send me an email!!! 01/06/2011 Minutes - January 6, 2011 (approved) (added: 01/20/2011 03:14:22 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. January 6, A. D. 2011, A.L. 6011 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Tom Randles M. Bro. Greg Albert S.D. Bro. Bill Sutton S.W. Bro. Bill Radtke J.D. Bro. Bob Runion J.W. Bro. Harry McKeever S.S. Bro. Joe Bowen Treas. Bro. Clarence Lyden J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Steve Smith Tyler Bro. Bill Sellen Chap. Bro. Mike Braum The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Thank You cards received from Bonnie Nichols (again). District meeting will be held January 15th, with Bro. Steve Smith and Bro. Harry McKeever assisting with the second sectio of the second degree. The third degree will be presented in Carbondale on January 12th. Discussion was held on the changing of the by-laws of the Grand Lodge of Kansas. A communication from the Grand Lodge was available but not read (over site by Secretary). The lodge was closed in form at 8:30 p.m. Minutes by: 2011 Secretary Henry Mace 12/16/2010 December 16, 2010, Minutes (approved - 1/6/2011) (added: 01/06/2011 02:09:10 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. December 16, A. D. 2010, A.L. 6010 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Tom Randles M. Bro. Greg Albert S.D. Bro. Bill Sutton S.W. Bro. Bill Radtke J.D. Bro. Bob Runion J.W. Bro. Harry McKeever S.S. Bro. Joey Bowen Treas. Bro. Clarence Lyden J.S. Bro. Henry Mace Sec’y. Bro. Steve Smith Tyler Bro. Chap. Bro. Bobby Bowen, Bro. Gilbert Wiedman The lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Thank You cards received from Marie Johnston and Bonnie Nichols were read. The annual Treasurers Report was read and approved. Christmas baskets were sent out on Dec 15. The lodge was closed in form at 8:30 p.m. Minutes by: 2011 Secretary Henry Mace 12/03/2010 Minutes 12/03/2010 (apprv. 12/17/2010) (added: 12/15/2010 12:36:24 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F.&A.M. December 2, A. D. 2010, A.L. 6010 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith M. Bro. Bobby Bowen S.D. Bro. Tom Randles S.W. Bro. Bob Runion J.D. Bro. Bill Sutton J.W. Bro. Leon Brown S.S. Bro. Henry Mace Treas. Bro. Clarence Lyden J.S. Bro. Gilbert Weidman Sec’y. Bro. Harry McKeever Tyler Bro. Bill Radtke Chap. The lodge was opened in due form at 7:20 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. No Correspondence was read. Two bills were presented for payment. The annual Secretaries Report was read and approved. Christmas baskets are to be sent out on Dec 15. The annual ballots for elected officers was held. Tom Randles – Master S.D. Greg Albert Bill Sutton – Senior Warden J.D. Leon Brown Joey Bowen – Junior Warden S.S. Harry McKeever Joe Bowen – Treasurer J.S. Clarence Lyden Henry Mace – Secretary Tyler Steve Smith Bob Runion – 3 year Trustee Chaplin Bill Sellen Officers were installed into their chairs following the election. Bill Sellen was the installing Marshall. All were installed except Joe Bowen and Joey Bowen and Greg Albert. The lodge was closed in form at 9:30 p.m. Minutes by: 2010 Secretary Gilbert Weidman (transcribed by 2011 Secretary Henry Mace) 11/18/2010 Minutes 11/18/2010 (added: 11/23/2010 11:24:36 AM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248A.F. & A.M. November 18 A.D. 2010, A.L. 6010 A stated Communication of this Lodge was open in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith Master Bro. Joe Bowen S.D. Bro. Bob Runion S.W. Bro. Harry McKeever J.D. Bro. Bill Sutton J.W. Bro. Bill Braun S.S. Bro. Henry Mace Treas. Bro. J.S. Bro Gilbert Weidman Sec`y Bro. Leon Brown Ty. Bro. Bill Radtke Chap. The Lodge was opened in due form at 7:40 P.M. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. No Correspondence or bills were presented. A discussion on the meal for our Annual Meeting was held.Steve said he would bring apples. Harry agreed to bring vegetable stew and Gilbert the crackers. The meal will start at 6:30 P.M. Harry and Mike both said that the baskets are taken care of and Joe said he would get them. Bill Radtke reported that Greg Albert had a cold and could not make it here tonight. No further business coming before the Lodge, it was closed in due form at 8:04 P.M.. Gilbert A Weidman sec`y. 248 11/04/2010 Minutes November 4, 2010 (added: 11/18/2010 10:06:20 AM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. November 4, A.D. 2010, A.L. 6010 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the Third Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith M Bro. Greg Albert S.D. Bro. Tom Randles S.W. Bro. Joe Bowen J.D. Bro. Bobby Bowen J.W. Bro. Leon Brown S.S. Bro. Henry Mace Treas. Bro. J.S. Bro. Gilbert Weidman Sec. Bro. Harry McKeever Tyler Bro. Bill Radtke Chaplin The Lodge was open in due form at 7:30 P.M. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the W.M. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Correspondence was a short-talk bulletin and a catalog of Masonry items from J.P. Luther Co. No bills were presented for payment. The Master called for final plans for our Annual Meeting on Dec 4Th. Tom Randles will bring chili, Joe and Leon are doing the oyster stew, Greg Albert will bring a relish tray, and no one said they would bring apples. Bill Sellen was asked to be the installing officer and Bobby Bowen was asked to be installing Marshall. Both agreed to do this on Dec 4Th. The Master reminded us that on Jan. 15Th2011 at 9:00 A.M. our Lodge will be doing the Second Section of the Fellowcraft Degree. Leland Salts will be our instructor for this 2011 District Meeting of Dist.15 and 18. Leland really hopes that this year more Lodge Officers . will show up and make 2011 a good showing of our Lodge. All Officers put that date- Jan 15Th on the calendar and plan to be there. Our Annual Christmas Baskets for our widows was also planned. Harry McKeever made a motion to get 12 widows emblems to go along with the fruit baskets. Gilbert seconded the motion and it passed. Each emblem costs $3.00 and Harry is taking donations for the cost. Joe Bowen said he will get the baskets and Harry said that He and Mike Braum will deliver the baskets about two weeks before Christmas and will call the widows about 2 or 3 days ahead of time to make sure they are there. No sickness or distress was noted. No further business coming before the Lodge it was closed in due form at 8.02 P.M. Gilbert A Weidman sec`y 248 10/07/2010 Minutes October 7, 2010 (added: 10/21/2010 08:12:10 AM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. October 7, A.D. 2010, A.L. 6010. A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the First Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith Master Bro. Greg Albert S.D. Bro. Tom Randles S.W. Bro. Harry McKeever J.D. Bro. Jon Gaines J.W. Bro. Bob Runion S.S. Bro. Henry Mace Treas. Bro. Bobby Bowen J.S. Bro. Gilbert Weidman Sec. Bro. Melvin Carothers Tyler Bro. Bill Radtke Chaplin The Lodge was opened in due form at 7:00 P.M. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipfull Master. Without further ado, the Lodge was prepared to receive the candidate Dalton Wayne Welch. Dalton was given the st Degree of Masonry. The following officers gave the First Degree. Master-Harry McKeever, S.W.- Steve Smith, J.W.-- Jon Gaines,Treas -Henry Mace , Sec.- Gilbert Weidman,S.D.--Tom Randles, J.D. Greg Albert, S.S.- Bob Runion, J.S. -Bobby Bowen ,ty. Mel Carothers, Chap.- Bill Radtke. Steve Smith gave the questions - Jon Gaines answered them . Steve Smith gave the 1st lecture and Leland Salts gave the 2nd lecture.Harry McKeever Gave the charge. The 1st Degree candidate was seated in the Lodge after congratulations were given all around.The minutes of the previous meeting were read, the correspondence was read and no bill were presented for payment.All were voted upon and approved. Mel Carothers was called up before the alter and given his P.P.L. membership card and certificate. Mel mentioned that our mailbox hitter will be in court on Dec.7TH at 3:00 P.M. He also told us that we made $230.00 from our breakfast. Our D.D.G.M.15 of Kansas sent us an email that he would make his fall visit on Oct.21ST Our Second Degree for Dalton W Welsh will be on Oct.21 ST Lonnie Welsh mentioned that there are 4 generations of Welsh`s in the lodge room for Dalton W Welsh`s 1ST Degree. Sick report: Joe Bowen and Bill Sellen are both down in the back. No further business coming before the Lodge, it was closed in due form. Gilbert A Weidman Secretary of 248 09/16/2010 Sept 16, 2010 (added: 10/07/2010 02:51:47 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F & A.M.. Sept 16, A.D. 2010, A.L. 6010 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the Third Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro Steve Smith M. Bro. Greg Albert S.D. Bro. Tom Randles S.W. Bro. Bob Runion J.D. Bro. Bill Sutton J.W. Bro. Bill Radtke S.S. Bro. Henry Mace Treas. Bro. J.S. Bro. Gilbert Weidman Sec. Bro Harry McKeever Ty. Bro. Bill Radtke Chaplin The Lodge was opened in due form at 7:30 P.M. The Pledge Of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. One bill for Grand Lodge Expenses was presented, voted upon, and approved for payment. All correspondences was read and acted upon. Two dimits were read and approved. One for Mark E McClaflin and one fro Donald E. McClaflin. One petition for the Mysteries of Masonry was read. This was for Dalton Wayne Welsh. A vote was taken by secrete ballot and it was favorable. A committee of Bill Sutton, Jon Gaines, and Steve Smith was formed to review the candidate. Mel Carothers informed us that the man who hit our mailbox would be in court on Sept.22 at 10:00 am. He also asked for more late help for our Oct.2ND breakfast. Lonnie Welsh asked for two more petitions. Steve Smith assigned Brothers for the work on the First Degree and set up for 7:P.M. practices on Thursday Sept 23rd. and Sept 30Th. The Degree work will be done on October 7Th starting at 7P.M. No sick report. No further business coming before the Lodge, it was closed at 8:30 P.M. Gilbert A Weidman Secretary of 248 IN GOD WE TRUST 09/02/2010 September 2, 2010 Meeting Minutes (added: 09/10/2010 08:09:10 AM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge #248, AF&AM, Tecumseh, Kansas, 2 September 2010. The stated meeting of the Lodge was opened in the third degree 7:30 PM by the Worshipful Master with the following presiding: WM STEVE SMITH; SW TOM RANDLES; JW BILL SUTTON; SD MEL CAROTHERS; JD JOE BOWEN; TR HENRY MACE; SS LEON BROWN; CH BILL RADTKE; TY HARRY MCKEEVER; SEC BOB RUNION After opening, the WM led the Lodge in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. Members and guests as per register. No bills, petitions of minutes received or were available. WB Joe Bowen reported that some building issues had been corrected over the summer hiatus. Consensus of the members present was to permit non-Albert Neese activities to utilize the Lodge premises and was within the boundaries of the Liability of the Lodge insurance policy, provided no rental fees were established – voluntary donations would not be discouraged from participating activities. Consequently, the Secretary is authorized to communicate to the DemoLay, the Rainbow Girls and others that they may utilize the Lodge in their anticipated gathering in October. A pancake breakfast is scheduled to be held at the Lodge from 7:00-11:00 AM, 2 October, 2010. WB Mel Carothers will be overseeing the activity and volunteers are invited to assist in putting on this fund-raising event. WB Mel Carothers indicated that the air conditioning was ineffective during his High-School reunion activity held at the Lodge during the Summer. It was agreed upon to look into the matter and to correct the problem if it continues. The annual Lodge BBQ is scheduled for 1:00 PM, 19 September, 2010. It will be held at the Gaines Walnut Grove south of Stull, Kansas. The Lodge will provide the BBQ and drinks – participants to bring a dish of their choosing and culinary service, as well as chairs if desired. WB Smith and WB McKeever reported that they had assisted in presentation of a third degree at Orient #51, Topeka, KS in the recent past. Many thanks to those Brothers for their good work. WB Tom Randles inquired about a particular provision contained in the membership petition. Consensus was that the issue was probably of lesser concern if the investigating committee were to report favorably on a petition; however, further clarification will be obtained from Grand Lodge and the information relayed to BR: Randles regarding a possible petition. No sickness or distress was reported. No further business appearing before the Lodge, the WM proceeded to close the Lodge in due forma t 8:30 PM. Fraternally, Bob Runion Acting Secretary 06/03/2010 06/03/2010 minutes (added: 06/14/2010 01:09:25 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248 A.F. & A.M. June 03, A.D. 2010, A.L. 6010 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the Third Degree Of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith M. Bro. Greg Albert S.D. Bro. Tom Randles S.W. Bro. Joe Bowen J.D. Bro. Bill Sutton J.W. Bro. Leon Brown S.S. Bro. Treas. Bro. J.S. Bro. Gilbert Weidman Sec`y Bro. Harry McKeever Tyler Bro. Bill Radtke Chap. The Worshipful Master opened the Lodge in due form at 7:38 P.M. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. No bills were presented for payment. The only correspondence on the desk was from Grand Lodge. It was addresses to the Master, Secretary, and Public School Committee Chairman.The theme was for preparing For the Grand Lodge A.F. & A.M. of Kansas Essay Contest. Lodges can have more than one school. There are going to be eight winners.Local contests judged by Nov. 1st and the Grand Lodge by Dec. 1st and none accepted after that date. Results by Feb. 2010. Our Trustees were presented with an offer to buy a 50 foot strip of our west property line for $2,000.00 from a new neighbor to our west. WE now have a square property of 422.50' by 422.68' on the corner. A lot of discussion , pro and con,were bartered about. Gilbert made a motion, seconded by Leon to table the discussion until next meeting. With Martin Cotton leaving our Lodge,a vacancy has opened in our Trustees.Bob Runion was appointed to fill the trustee position for the rest of Martin`s term which end December 31st 2010 Bobby had a very mild heart attack, but is doing alright now.David Kitts Wife had a new baby but is still in the hospital with a staff infection. Congratulations on the arrival of the new baby. No further business appearing before the Lodge, it was closed at 8:37 P.M. Gilbert A Weidman Secretary 248 05/06/2010 Minutes - May 6, 2010 (added: 05/18/2010 02:51:39 PM) Hall of Albert Neese Lodge No. 248, A.F. & A.M. May 6Th, A.D.2010 A.L. 6010 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the 3rd Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith Master Bro. Greg Albert S.D. Bro. Tom Randles S.W. Bro. Joe Bowen J.D. Bro. Bill Sutton J.W. Bro. Dick Urich S.S. Bro. Henry Mace Trea. Bro. J.S. Bro. Gilbert Weidman Sec. Bro. Bobby Bowen Ty. The Lodge was opened in form at 7:30 P.M. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worshipful Master. The W.M. checked with Jon Gaines and a date of Sunday Sept. 19Th 2010 is set for our annual picnic at Gaines Walnut Grove. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. No bills were presented for payment. No Correspondence was on the desk for reading. The secretary checked with the Lodge to see if anyone was interested in doing any of the Grand Master`s Programs or the Charitable programs. No Interest was found. The valve in the men`s bathroom was found to be broken. Bret said that he broke it and would have it fixed. The Master said that if were not repaired soon, we would take care of it. The Master welcomed Bobby Bowen back from winter vacation. Greg Albert said that we need to get a calendar up on the wall for events. No one was reported to be sick, so no sick report. No further business coming before the Lodge, it was closed in form at 7:52 P.M. Gilbert a Weidman Secretary of 248 04/01/2010 Minutes April 1, 2010 (added: 04/14/2010 08:43:22 PM) Hall Of Albert Neese Lodge #248 A.F. & A.M. April 1 ,A.D.2010,A.L. 6010 A Stated Communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the Third Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Bill Sutton M. Bro. Joey Bowen S.D. Bro. Joe Bowen S.W. Bro. Henry Maced J.D. Bro. Bobby Bowen J.W. Bro. Phillip Vannacola S.S. Bro. Henry Mace Trea. Bro. J.S. Bro. Gilbert Weidman Sec. Bro. Leon Brown Tyler Bro Bill Radtke Chap. The Lodge was opened in form at 7:30 P.M. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the Worship full Master. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. We received a thank you note from Frances Rake & family.We received, by phone, two requests for use of the building at a later date.We also received a donation for the use of the building by a member. Mel Carothers talked about the plans for our upcoming pancake feed. Work to be done after meeting. Sick report: Tom Randles has a MS flare-up and could not be here tonight. Leon was alittle late, but he had much to say. It was reported that two different groups want to use the building in May. One group for a graduation party and the other for a garage sale.Leon reported that someone had knocked down our mailbox and that it was gone.Leon contacted the Sheriff because Mel Carothers wanted his name off the TO Call List. Leon Brown,Joe Bowen,Bill Sutton and Jon Gaines are the new names on the sheriff`s call list. No further business coming before the Lodge, it was closed at 8:13 P.M. Gilbert A Weidman Secretary 248 03/08/2010 Minutes of Mar 18,2010 (added: 03/26/2010 04:35:18 PM) Minutes of Mar 18,2010 Hall of Albert NEESE Lodge No.248, A.F.& A.M. March 18Th ,A.D.2010,A L. 6010. A Stated communication of this Lodge was opened in form on the Third Degree of Masonry with the following present: Bro. Steve Smith M. Bro. Joey Bowen S.D. Bro. Tom Randles S.W. Bro. Joe Bowen J.D. Bro. Harry McKeever J.W. Bro. Leon Brown S.S. Bro. Henry Mace Treas. Bro. J.S. Bro. Gilbert Weidman Sec. Bro. Bill Sutton Ty. Bro. Bill Radtke Chap. The Lodge was opened in form at 7:30 P.M. The Pledge of Allegiance was given in the East, led by the W.M. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. No bills were presented for payment. The correspondence was read and none needed any action taken on them. An unknown Donner bought a Perpetual Life Membership for Alfred Rake. We received the certificate and Leon said he would take care of framing it and putting it on the wall with the rest of the PLM members. Our Master called for old business and finding none then called for New business. The floor was opened for discussion on the proposed by-law changes. Derek Welsh called for the section 3 and 4 of proposal 1 to be dropped. This was later done after discussion on the matter. Bob Runion called for a vote on Proposal #2 which was seconded by Gilbert Weidman. This passed verily easily. Bob Runion called for a vote on Proposal #3 which was seconded by Leon Brown. This also passed by a show of hands. After much discussion on Article 1 of Proposal #1, it was settled upon by hand vote to make $85.00 per Annam the amount to vote on with $61.00 going to the lodge and $24.00 going to Grand Lodge for per capita tax. Article 1of Proposal 1 was passed with only one abstainer. Article 2 of Proposal 1 was passed by a show of hand with no discussion. A committee for the concerns of membership will be set up at a later meeting. Mel Carothers spoke on our up coming Pancake Breakfast on April 10Th from 7 to 11 A.M. He said all was in order , but he needed 4 or 5 members for the late shift 9 to 11 am. Gilbert asked for donations to help a member who had not paid his 2009 dues in full, and a collection was taken to cover the shortfall. 2010 dues are still due. No sick report, No further business coming before the Lodge it was closed at 9:00 P.M. in form. Gilbert A Weidman Secretary 248 IN GOD WE TRUST