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Home My WebLink AboutThe Huron Expositor, 1996-09-04, Page 3Photo ,by fregor Campbell DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND MASTER - Bruce Whitmore of McKillop Township was recently elected to the one-year position of district deputy grand master for the South Huron Masonic District ( one of 46 in Ontario) at the 141st annual communication of the grand lodge AF&AM of Canada at the Royal York Hotel in Ontarid. The South Huron District is made up of 15 lodges. People Kevin Dick returned home to Victoria, B.C. on Aug. 7 after a visit with family and friends in Seaforth and arca. FARM & MUNICIPAL DRAINAGE Specializing in: • Farm & Municipal Drainage • Clay & Plastic Tile Installations • Backhoe & Dozer Service • Septic System Installations For Quality, Experience, & Service call: Wayne Cook (519) 236-7390 R.R. 2 Zurich, Ont. NOM 2T0 PARKER ®PAR.KER I_ I NA I T E 17 Usborne & Hibbert Mutual Fire Insurance Company Exeter, Ontario NOM ISI (Established in 1876) Provides Full Insurance Coverage for Farm Properties New Applications Are Welcomed DIRECTORS & ADJUSTORS Larry Gardner. R R. 2 Stals 345-2678 Maris Morn. RR. 2 St. Pads 393-6546 Lane Feeney Jack HoOgert R.R 1 Kukton 229-6152 Joe Cherie. R R 5 MC* 343-9705. Michael 0 Shea, R R 3 Granton 2252600 AGENTS Wayne Mauer. Exeter 235.1915 John Moore, Dkbkn 3452512 Joseph tkuac.4.ldckel 348-9012 Head Me, Exeter 235-0350 A refund from surplus was declared for all policy hold- ers who qualify, are on record and in good standing as at December 31, 1995. THE MINION EXPOSITOR, S•ptsmb r 4r 111!4-3 Masons are oldest fraternity • BY BRUCE WHITMORE The question most often asked by non -masons is, "What is a Mason?" Masons are members of the oldest fraternity in the world. It is a fraternity of men over the age of 21 who profess to believe • in a "Supreme Being." Members are as' diverse as the man next door, to more notable names in the persons of John Diefenhaker, Red Kelly, Mozart, Robbie Burns, and 17 U.S. Presidents. Each of them would consider themselves brother to one another. Masonry,evolved from the guilds.of stonemasons who built the cathedrals of the Middle Ages. The term "lodge" comes from the lean- to structure which was built beside the cathedral to house the workmen during the con- struction period. As the stonemason trade faded in importance, the men handed together to maintain their bond of friendship, and thus the tools and terminology of the trade became the vehicles to convey values and moral sin an allegorical format. Thus, as in any theatrical pro- duction, the great lessons of life - integrity, charity, and love for family and commu- nity are conveyed for the conferring of degrees. The well-known symbols of Masonry, the square and compasses, are as visible as the familiar "Golden Arches." The square and compasses symbol graces lodge buildings, signs at the entrance to towns and cities across the land, medallions on cars, and many a man wears a ring or lapel pin proudly proclaiming his Membership. Some lodges have a public divine service, an open house, and "Bring -a - Friend Night", as well as an informative video for public use. In recent months, the Grand Lodge has even added a web site to the Internet, which can he accessed by anyone who has a computer and a telephone line. As such, Masonry is the worst kept secret in town! A mason is a good man who wants to join a fraternity of men so as to become a bet- ter man, by improving his communication skills, his leadership skills, and who wants to give of himself, to the fraternity and to the com- munity, so that he might experience personal growth. Over the years masons, through donations, bequests, 'and fundraising, have worked We Offer... • Vacation stays for as long as you like. • Convalescent Care . • Independent Living in a home -like atmosphere. Rooms Starting At:. $ :00 i per day SEAFORTH MANOR RETIREMENT HOME For more information or to discuss your individual needs. Call Cindy. DeGroof,- Retirement Hdme Director. quietly behind the scenes offering assistance to masons and non -masons alike. Recipients are as diverse as the 4-H Council, Autistic Home's of Ontario, student bursaries, Boy Scouts, Girl Continued on page 10. MEOW! IVP WANT TO "RP ONO ,w4wrau WIMP MIT ua9reMr. WNW The War Amps COUNSELLING • Marriage • Family • Personal Growth • Learning Disabilities BRIAN O'REILLY, D.S.W. 160 Huron st.482-9249 CLINTON EGMONDVILLE UNITED CHURCH SUNDAY SCHOOL starting SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8th 10:00 a.m. for children 7 to 13 years old 11:00 a.m. for children 3 to 6 years old All Welcome! Clinton Radars Senior `A', Hockey Club Invites You to Come to our Training Camp on the following Dates September 6, 1996 at 8:00 p.m., at,Seaforth Arena Septemher.11, 1996 at O:OO p.m.. at Seaforth Arena September 17, 1996 at 9:30 p.m., at Clinton .frena September 19, 1996 at 030 p.m., at Clipon .frena September. 221., 1990 at 9:30 p.m., at Clinton .Arena September. 26; 1996 at 9:30 p.m.. at Clinton .Arena Players are required to supply their own equipment and sticks for training camp. Pants, gloves and sticks, etc. are sup- plied during regular season and play- offs. We are hoping for another.successful season this year and look forward to seeing you at training camp. DON'T FORGET! HELP G YOUR CUSTOMERS FIND YOU!!! IN THE 1997 EASY TO READ PHONE BOOK reach over 10,000 households & businesses with our Low rates For more information contact Terri or Mary 527-0240