October, 2014

Our meeting was held on the 18th.  We received a new petition and, if all goes well, we'll be starting up some more degree work.  This works out pretty good since our inspection will be in March in the Master Mason degree.  We had another pancake breakfast at Stonelick lake and made a little money, though how much still has to be determined.  The Worshipful Master reported on the Grand Lodge session and the biggest news is that the brethren voted to allow gambling and games of chance per the Ohio revised code.  Since then the Grand Master has issued an edict that prevents a lodge from doing anything until the Grand Lodge has studied the ramifications.  The edict expires the first of January.  He also reported that the new District Deputy Grand Master for our district will be Rodney Kirker from Georgetown lodge.  Bob Welch from Milford and Jim Cranfill from J.B. Covert are the new District Education Officers.  Also, remember that your dues of $55 are due by our stated meeting in November which this year is on the 15th.  You can pay them at the meeting if you like.
WBro. Chris Hunt announced that Batavia Chapter RAM is selling hockey tickets for the Cincinnati Cyclones game on November 21.  They are $13 each and $5 from each ticket goes to the Chapter as a fundraiser.  Our lodge bought 4 tickets to be donated to someone who cannot otherwise afford to attend.  If you are interested in purchasing some tickets let me know at edenton332@yahoo.com or call the secretary.
The Thanksgiving raising will be at Amelia lodge starting at 6:00 AM.  The lodge Christmas party will be on December 13 starting at 6:00 PM.  That's it for now.  I hope to see you at the next meeting.  Remember, it will be the election of officers.