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NEWS OF THE 2017RMBI FESTIVAL . . .THE R W Provincial Grand Master, John KClayton, has announced that <strong>Province</strong> willhost a Festival for the Royal <strong>Masonic</strong>Benevolent Institution and this will belaunched at the annual meeting <strong>of</strong>Provincial Grand Lodge in May 2012.The Festival will culminate in 2017 andR W Bro Clayton says that a FestivalAppeal Committee will be formed whichwill take responsibility for all aspects <strong>of</strong> therunning <strong>of</strong> the Festival, from start to finish.This will be under the chairmanship <strong>of</strong>W Bro John Boyington CBE, PPSGD, aPast Master <strong>of</strong> St Philip’s Lodge No 7116and the Lodge <strong>of</strong> South <strong>Yorkshire</strong> No9633.“I will not be setting targets, but I dohope that Brethren and Companions willcontinue giving at present levels, inaddition to specific fund raising activitieswithin each Area. I will be appointingFestival Managers for each Area <strong>of</strong> the<strong>Province</strong> and they will be responsible totheir APGM and manage all aspects <strong>of</strong> the2017 Festival Appeal in that Area. Theywill also be members <strong>of</strong> the FestivalAppeal Committee,” said the PGM.“Festivals are an important part <strong>of</strong><strong>Masonic</strong> life and I hope and trust thateveryone will give their full support.”W Bro Boyington said:“It is a great honour to be asked to takethis role forward for the next six years andI am grateful for the confidence placed inme. The RMBI needs our support,especially during the challenging timesahead and I am sure the Masons <strong>of</strong><strong>Yorkshire</strong>, <strong>West</strong> <strong>Riding</strong> will rise to thechallenge in their usual way.”He explains that work has alreadybegun to set up the structures and means<strong>of</strong> supporting our fund raising over the fiveyears <strong>of</strong> the Festival.“ I know Brethren across the <strong>Province</strong>will be keen to get involved but I wouldask them to be patient whilst we sortthrough all the details. We will be usingevery means available to let membersknow how they can help once the detailsare worked through.”• W Bro Boyington is in his 40th year inhealth services. Working for many yearsin his hometown <strong>of</strong> Sheffield, he foundhimself first in Leicester, then London andnow Manchester.Having reached the position <strong>of</strong> DeputyChief Executive <strong>of</strong> Sheffield HealthAuthority, John moved to Leicester in1997 to be Chief Executive <strong>of</strong> what wasW Bro John Boyingtonthen the UK’s largest Community andMental Health services NHS Trust.After three years in this role he wasrecruited to design and deliver a nationalprogramme <strong>of</strong> reforms to England’sprisoner health service working jointly tothe Department <strong>of</strong> Health and the HomeOffice and latterly Ministry <strong>of</strong> Justice.These reforms culminated in the transfer<strong>of</strong> responsibility for these services to theNHS.During his time in London John wasalso Director <strong>of</strong> the World HealthOrganisation’s European collaboratingcentre for the Health in Prisons workingacross 36 countries visiting, lecturing andconsulting widely across Europe and theUSA.John was presented with an award forOutstanding Achievement by the WHO in2005 and in 2007 was made a CBE forservices to health. He now works as ChiefExecutive <strong>of</strong> the NHS in Bury, GreaterManchester but continues his involvementin the prisoner health area as a consultantto the International Committee <strong>of</strong> the RedCross in Geneva and also to theGovernment <strong>of</strong> Georgia.W Bro Boyington’s <strong>Masonic</strong> careerstarted in 1994 when he was introducedto the Craft by a work colleague andInitiated at Tapton Hall into St Philip’sLodge No 7116.A BRIEF LOOK AT WHAT’S INSIDE . . .Britannia’s 250-year Rule Pages 6 & 7APGM’s Food for Thought Page 9Talented young musician Page 10Royal Arch celebrations Pages 12-14PGM’s plea to Lodges Centre pagesSupport for local groups Pages 26-34Communications chief speaks Page 38<strong>Yorkshire</strong>, W R <strong>Masonic</strong> Activities LtdThe White Rose teamPresidentJohn K ClaytonProvincial Grand MasterVice presidentsStewart G CarleyBrian HolmesChairmanColin DentAssistant PGMEditorJohn B Gledhill2 Sandmoor DriveLindleyHuddersfieldHD3 3WFTel: 01484 644408Email: jb.gledhill@btinternet.com(for all editorial correspondence)Editorial AssistantT Malcolm CruiseMarketing and Advertising chairmanStuart CadmanTel: 01274 873426Email: stuart@jsc-consultants.co.ukProduced, printed and distributed byStuart Cummins, Ernest Cummins Ltd385 Canal Road, Bradford BD2 1AWTel: 01274 582555www.wrprovince.co.ukReg No 4634747He was the first joining member <strong>of</strong> theLodge <strong>of</strong> South <strong>Yorkshire</strong> No 9633 in 1997and went through the Chair <strong>of</strong> bothLodges in 2002 and 2004 respectively.He was Acting Grand Standard Bearerwithin Provincial Grand Lodge in 2009 andhas been through the Chairs <strong>of</strong> his RoyalArch Chapter and two Rose CroixChapters. John is a keen member <strong>of</strong>Royal and Select Masters and for the pastfive years has been a director <strong>of</strong> Sheffield<strong>Masonic</strong> Hall Co Ltd.For the past four years he has sharedmentor co-ordinator duties for the 26Lodges at Tapton Hall with W Bro RoyYates.In whatever spare time John can carveout he has a season ticket at SheffieldUnited, Chairs the Board <strong>of</strong> a Cr<strong>of</strong>t HouseCommunity Centre in Sheffield and anational youth music charity. He ismarried to Jill, a keen lady Freemasonand has a step-daughter, daughter andgrandson• W Bro James H Newman, SGD, <strong>of</strong>Hadassah Lodge No 4871 is chairman <strong>of</strong>trustees <strong>of</strong> RMBI and a Grand Patron.AMPHIBIOUS CHAPTER No. 258 Meeting on the 4th Tuesday in Oct, Nov, Jan, Feb (Installation) and March.Market Street, Heckmondwike WF16 0JU PROUD SUPPORTERS OF THIS PAGE OF THE <strong>WHITE</strong> <strong>ROSE</strong> MASONIC NEWS.3


PGM DELIGHTED TO INSTALLW BRO D STUART CUMMINSAS NEW PROVINCIAL RULERTHERE was an air <strong>of</strong> expectancy inside a packed Temple at the<strong>Masonic</strong> Hall, Spring Bank Place when the R W Provincial GrandMaster, John K Clayton, accepted the gavel at a Regular meeting<strong>of</strong> the Lodge <strong>of</strong> Charity No 4105 on Friday 14 January 2011.The occasion was the Installation <strong>of</strong> W Bro Donald StuartCummins as Assistant Provincial Grand Master for Area 1, whichencompasses Bradford and surrounding districts, in successionto W Bro Stewart G Carley.R W Bro Clayton spoke with a great feeling <strong>of</strong> warmth when heoutlined highlights <strong>of</strong> W Bro Cummins’s <strong>Masonic</strong> career - acareer which had begun in January 1985 when he became athird generation Freemason and a Lewis; his father, Donald,having been Master <strong>of</strong> Charity in 1970 and his grandfather,Ernest, a Founder who was Master in 1925.W Bro Cummins receives the congratulations <strong>of</strong>the R W Provincial Grand MasterSpeakers Corner: W Bros Gledhill, Cummins and Rennison at the Festive BoardW Bro Stuart Cummins was Master in 1994 and severalProvincial Ranks followed before he was appointed Senior GrandWarden in 2007. United Grand Lodge honours as Past AssistantGrand Director <strong>of</strong> Ceremonies were conferred two years later.An active member <strong>of</strong> St Laurence Chapter No 2330 and anhonorary member <strong>of</strong> Lightcliffe Chapter No 3332, where he isorganist, W Bro Cummins is involved with his sons in the longestablished family business, Ernest Cummins, Colour andCommercial Printers and since August, 1997 has hadresponsibility for the printing and distribution <strong>of</strong> the ProvincialNewsletter.When W Bro Cummins entered the Lodge to take hisObligation he was Escorted by W Bros J P Tottle, M Woodward,K Grandison, M S Sch<strong>of</strong>ield, L Gledhill and A D Rennison andcushion bearer W Bro W Boyd, under the direction <strong>of</strong> ProvincialDirector <strong>of</strong> Ceremonies W Bro Robert W Bowhill.The Patent <strong>of</strong> Appointment was read by the Provincial GrandSecretary, W Bro John Rushworth and W Bro Cummins recitedhis Oath and Obligation before being invested with his Chain <strong>of</strong>Office and Patent with dignity and sincerity by the PGM.Some 120 Brethren attended a superb Festive Board at whichW Bro Cummins spoke <strong>of</strong> his delight in accepting his newposition as a Ruler, before expressing his thanks to all those whohad helped him so far in his <strong>Masonic</strong> career.He was replying to the toast to Provincial Grand Lodge,proposed by his long-standing friend W Bro A D (Tony)Rennison, <strong>of</strong> Lascelles Lodge No 4796. Bro J Paul Tottleproposed a toast to the Visitors which prompted a racy responsefrom White Rose editor W Bro John B Gledhill, <strong>of</strong> Thornhill LodgeNo 1514.BritanniaH. APPLEYARD & SONSDENBY WAY, HELLABY INDUSTRIAL EST.,ROTHERAM, YORKSHIREwww. britannia-appleyards-southyorkshire.comNo A028REMOVALSTHROUGHOUT EUROPEWORLDWIDE SHIPPINGSELF STORAGEARCHIVE STORAGE(DATA MANAGEMENT)ROTHERHAMTel: 01709 549718 Fax: 01709 7006494


PROVINCE CELEBRATES CAPITAL GAINSCREATING A BITMORE HISTORYTWO Brethren from our <strong>Province</strong> added alittle bit <strong>of</strong> history at April’s annualinvestiture <strong>of</strong> United Grand Lodge atGreat Queen Street, London.W Bro James H Newman wasappointed Acting Senior Grand Deaconand W Bro Gerald A J Brown ActingJunior Grand Deacon in recognition <strong>of</strong>their services with two <strong>of</strong> the centralcharities.This is the first occasion for over 20years that the <strong>Province</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Yorkshire</strong>, <strong>West</strong><strong>Riding</strong> has provided Acting Deacons inthe same year. And a further plus is thatwith W Bro Dr Simon Lindley, ZetlandLodge No 1311, being re-appointedGrand Organist, <strong>Province</strong> has three ActingOfficers to restore what was once acommon occurrence.For example, at the annual investiturein April 1925 the Rt Hon ViscountLascelles, KG, DSO was appointed andinvested as Senior Grand Warden and atthe same meeting the Rt Rev Bishop <strong>of</strong>Bradford, Arthur Perowne, DD, (PentalphaLodge No 974), was appointed GrandChaplain and W Bro Sir Bernard Sugden,<strong>of</strong> Zetland Lodge No 603, was appointedJunior Grand Deacon. Sir Bernard wenton to become vice president <strong>of</strong> the Board<strong>of</strong> General Purposes.W Bro Newman joined the Board <strong>of</strong>Trustees <strong>of</strong> the Royal <strong>Masonic</strong> BenevolentInstitution in December 2003 andbecame treasurer in April the followingyear. He held this position for seven yearsbefore becoming chairman <strong>of</strong> the Board<strong>of</strong> Trustees in October 2010.As treasurer, he successfully guided thecharity through some very challengingfinancial times including the infamous'credit crunch'. He was also chairman <strong>of</strong>the investment committee (a position hestill holds) and chairman <strong>of</strong> the AuditCommittee.Since joining the Board <strong>of</strong> Trustees, hehas also been a member <strong>of</strong> theSupervisory Board that meets on amonthly basis and takes all keyoperational decisions <strong>of</strong> the charity. Assuch, he has been intimately involved fornearly eight years.He was chairman <strong>of</strong> the CharityTreasurers' Group, which wrote theoriginal Cost Report in 2005,recommending and identifying the costsavings from moving the central charitiesinto Freemasons’ Hall and also preparedthe business plan for the Centre for<strong>Masonic</strong> Research at the University <strong>of</strong>Sheffield in 2001. He was also chairman<strong>of</strong> the Sheffield <strong>Masonic</strong> Hall Company forfive years to 2009.Before becoming treasurer <strong>of</strong> the RMBIin 2004, James was treasurer <strong>of</strong> theFriends <strong>of</strong> Connaught Court for five years.W Bro Newman said: “As the charity isthe only one <strong>of</strong> the four central charities,which is a real live working/operationalcharity, rather than just a grant-giving one,it suits my business background well. Theturnover <strong>of</strong> the Charity is £50million, it has18 care homes, 1,000 residents and itemploys over 1,000 people with assets <strong>of</strong>over £110m, a big organisation by anystandards. It is an honour and pleasure tobe able to contribute and enjoy doing soto such a worthy <strong>Masonic</strong> cause.”AT the Quarterly Communication <strong>of</strong> UnitedGrand Lodge in March, W Bro Newman hadthe honour <strong>of</strong> proposing the re-election <strong>of</strong>M W Bro HRH The Duke <strong>of</strong> Kent, KG, asGrand Master for the ensuing year.With a long family history inFreemasonry, James was Initiated intoHadassah Lodge No 4871, in 1974,becoming Master in 1992. ActingProvincial Rank followed in 1999 and in2002 he was appointed to Grand Lodgeas Acting AG St B. He was promoted toPAGDC in 2007.He was Exalted into Welcome ChapterNo3779 in 1992, becoming First Principalin 1997, with acting Provincial rank in 2002and was Provincial Grand.Registrar in2008 before being promoted to PPGSN in2009.James is also actively involved in other<strong>Masonic</strong> Orders.W Bro Newman, a Fellow <strong>of</strong> the InstituteHART SHAWCHARTERED ACCOUNTANTSWe <strong>of</strong>fer an extensive range <strong>of</strong> servicesIncludingFinancial Admin OutsourcingPersonal & Corporate InsolvencyBuying & Selling BusinessesAuditStrategic Business PlanningPension & Investment AdviceManagement AccountsEuropa Link, Sheffield Business Park, Sheffield, South <strong>Yorkshire</strong> S9 1XUFax: 0114 251 8851 Email: info@hartshaw.co.ukFOR A FREE INITIAL CONSULTATIONCall Andrew Maybery0114 251 8850<strong>of</strong> Chartered Accountants and a Member<strong>of</strong> the Association <strong>of</strong> CorporateTreasurers, holds an impressive portfolio<strong>of</strong> non-executive directorships and wasMaster Cutler in the Company <strong>of</strong> Cutlers inHallamshire last year.W BRO GERALD A J BROWN wasInitiated into Rectitude Lodge No <strong>43</strong>83 inNovember 1982 and became Master in1991.He was appointed Past ProvincialGrand Registrar in 1998 and promotedPPJGW in 2004 and PPSGW two yearslater.Appointment to Grand Rank asAssistant Grand Director <strong>of</strong> Ceremoniesfollowed in 2006 to precede his newaccolade <strong>of</strong> Acting Junior Grand Deacon.Gerald gains his latest recognitionfollowing extensive work with theSamaritan Fund, which he joined in 2005,as a member <strong>of</strong> the grants committee.A retired consultant surgeon, W BroBrown acts as a medical referee, regularlyassessing cases, but he says: “All thehard work is done by the caseadministrators, who are very skilful andincredibly caring.“We are constantly battling ignoranceabout the help available from MSF andare always looking for ways to increaseapplications.”In addition to serving the ProvincialCharity Committee, W Bro Brown findstime to be an active member <strong>of</strong> many<strong>Masonic</strong> Orders, including WakefieldChapter No 495 where he served as FirstPrincipal in 1998, the Ancient andAccepted Rite, Red Cross <strong>of</strong> Constantineand Knights Templar, in which he recentlyreceived Great Priory Rank.Full list <strong>of</strong> Appointments to Grand Rank - see Page 85


NIGHT OF NOSTALGIA AS BRITANNIA LODGERESPECT FOR THEPAST AND HOPEFOR THE FUTURE!A VENERABLE, lively and respectedLodge, was how the Provincial GrandChaplain described Britannia Lodge No139 when it celebrated a rich andhistorical 250 years at a specialanniversary meeting at Tapton <strong>Masonic</strong>Hall, Sheffield on 30 March this year.The 160 present were treated to a rarenight <strong>of</strong> nostalgia and anacknowledgement <strong>of</strong> their important rolein modern-day Freemasonry, withprincipal guest R W Bro Air Marshal SirRonald Stuart-Paul KBE, Junior GrandWarden, expressing “sheer delight at thewarmth <strong>of</strong> his welcome into a fantastic<strong>Province</strong>.”Britannia Lodge was Founded in 1761and given Warrant No 85 by the AntientsGrand Lodge. In 1765 the Lodge appliedto the Moderns Grand Lodge for aWarrant and, under No 340, it held aLodge at the Rose and Crown in theMarket Place, Sheffield.Following membership fluctuations,Britannia amalgamated with the AntientsLodge No 72 and met in the Freemasons’Rooms in Paradise Square.Changes caused by the Union in 1813were adopted, though it is worthrecording that the Lodge’s present ritual,made definitive in 1921, is neitherEmulation nor Old York – it has best beenFor Everything Forddescribed as “Britannia working.”Phoenix No 904 in Rotherham wasBritannia’s first <strong>of</strong>fspring in 1862 and atthe present day there are some 20daughter or granddaughter Lodges!Britannia enjoyed its centenary in 1865but after some discussion over its earlyWorkings, United Grand Lodge agreedthat the bi-centenary could be celebratedin 1961.W Bro R E Farris, Master, waspleased to present a cheque for£4,500 to R W Bro Clayton for theProvincial Grand Master’s Fund,making a total donation <strong>of</strong> £7,500from Britannia Lodge, including£3,000 given to <strong>West</strong> <strong>Riding</strong><strong>Masonic</strong> Charities over the last twoyears.The 1960s brought a move from thethen Surrey Street premises to Tapton, in1967, following a laying <strong>of</strong> the FoundationStone in June 1965 by the then ProvincialGrand Master, R W Bro H Clifford Smith.The 250th anniversary occasion waspresided over by the Master, W Bro RogerE Farris, PAGDC, PPJGW, whose booklet“A History <strong>of</strong> Britannia Lodge – 1961-2011” contains many other absorbingfacts and figures.In the Temple, current Lodge secretaryW Bro Robert Bailey and two <strong>of</strong> hispredecessors, W Bros James Ogley andMatthew Love, provided interesting andilluminating snippets gleaned from thepast 250 years.And, as W Bro The Rev Canon KennethJ Phillips, Provincial Grand Chaplain,concluded during his delightful and wellresearchedOration:“Time rushes inexorably on, withscarcely time to appreciate the present,let alone the richness <strong>of</strong> the past! But asfor a few moments we enjoy what we havealready experienced, so we must look tothe future. It is out there!“In a time when earthquakes, eruptions,tsunamis, floods, tornadoes andpestilence abound - all and more are aconstant reminder to those who wouldsee, <strong>of</strong> the everlasting need for charity.And I was deeply impressed when threeChristmases ago a tsunami struck aroundthe south Pacific, and £100,000 wasimmediately despatched by ‘the Masons’,as some parts <strong>of</strong> the press put it.Succeeding disasters have been met withsimilar urgency.“At the same time, in this generationwhen so much is already asked <strong>of</strong> its busyworkers, we also see the need <strong>of</strong> a timededicated to fellowship and recreation,beyond anything that can be <strong>of</strong>fered bycomputer, mobile telephone, “Facebook”or any other <strong>of</strong> the electronic gadgets weare bombarded with.“ Our labour has its serious side and itslighter moments in equal measure, and allis subsumed under the commission ‘to behappy and communicate happiness.’ Ofthis you can be certain: that you can beproud <strong>of</strong> being a Freemason, and if youare, then let us continue to make moreMasons!”At the splendid Festive Board, the R WProvincial Grand Master, John K Clayton,Plumbing and Heating Ltd36 Erringden Road, Mytholmroyd, Hebden Bridge, HX7 5ARNew & Used Vehicle Sales,Service, Parts, RapidfitOver 80 years with FORDBurgessFord – KeighleyTel: 01535 667711Fax: 01535 610355Dalton LaneKeighley BD21 4JHwww.burgessford.co.uk• Boiler Installations/Repairs (Natural Gas, LPG and Oil)• Full Central Heating Systems• Unvented Hot Water Cylinders• Servicing and Landlord Gas Safety checks• Bathroom Suites Installation and Consultation• Powerflushing from £250.00• General Plumbing and Heating repairs• Airsource Heat Pumps• SolarAll <strong>of</strong>fers are subject to change and can be withdrawn without notice.CONTACT:David WrightTel: 01422 886473Mob: 07795 284681Email: d.wright980@btinternet.comOVER 40 YEARS PLUMBING AND HEATING EXPERIENCESt. JOHNS CHAPTER No. 827 Meeting on the 3rd Tuesday in Jan, Mar (Installation), May, Jul, Sep & Nov.Halifax Road, Dewsbury WF13 2BS PROUD SUPPORTERS OF THIS PAGE OF THE <strong>WHITE</strong> <strong>ROSE</strong> MASONIC NEWS.6


No 139 CELEBRATES 250th ANNIVERSARYwho was accompanied by his deputy, VW Bro Jack Pigott and his five AreaAssistants, was in sparkling form.First, in response to his toast, given byR W Bro Air Marshal Sir Ronald StuartPaul, who congratulated the PGM on a“wonderful <strong>Province</strong>” and also when hedelivered the toast to Britannia Lodge No139 to which W Bro Farris suitablyresponded, speaking <strong>of</strong> his pride in aLodge steeped in history.R W Bro Clayton, speaking <strong>of</strong> theLodge’s early years – “with an interestingmix <strong>of</strong> members, rather like today, <strong>of</strong>Cutlers, builders, a steelmaker, theconstable, a parson and, <strong>of</strong> course, asurgeon!” said a prime principle <strong>of</strong> earlyFreemasons was to help the needy - “sonothing changes, there.”“Honours were not <strong>of</strong> great interest –the highest being the white lambskinapron and the Master’s jewel. Noexpectations or disappointments; noquibbles or petty jealousies, just unity.”The PGM concluded by depicting animage <strong>of</strong> gatherings “<strong>of</strong> Good men andTrue, in the mellow candlelight andsmoke-filled rooms <strong>of</strong> a local hostelry.“Their purpose – friendship, to do goodand to look after the needy – so, apartfrom advances in technology, hasanything changed in 250 years <strong>of</strong>Freemasonry in this wonderful city?Maybe . . . maybe not much.”“Brethren <strong>of</strong> Britannia Lodge, good menand true, friendly and welcoming, you arean example to all.”Picture shows: R W Bro Air Marshal Stuart-Paul flanked by R W Bro Clayton and W Bro FarrisDistinguished group – from left: R W Bro Bruce D Clitheroe, TD, PG Swd B, who acted as Grand Director <strong>of</strong>Ceremonies, W Bro Phillips, R W Bro Clayton, R W Bro Stuart-Paul, W Bro Farris, V W Bro John Hamill, head<strong>of</strong> communications at United Grand Lodge.1st FORCHOICE& VALUE!BOXES ANDCARTONS MADE TOYOUR OWN SPECIFICATIONSWhite RosePackagingSecond-handBoxesAlways on Stockwww.whiterosepackaging.co.ukemail: sales@whiterosepackaging.co.ukOrders for single itemsaccepted. Regulardeliveries throughoutall areas <strong>of</strong> the UK0800 279 9252Tel: 0113 246 0410 Fax: 0113 234 3136Unit 23/24 Latchmore Industrial Park,Lowfields Road, Leeds LS12 6DNSCARBOROUGH CHAPTER No.1214 IS PROUD TO SUPPORT THIS PAGE OF THE <strong>WHITE</strong> <strong>ROSE</strong> MASONIC NEWS Meeting on the 4thMon in Feb, Mar, (Inst) April, Sept, Oct & Nov. Blenheim House, Batley Field Hill, Batley. WF17 0BG7


SAD END OF AN ERAAS DORIC LODGENo 4073 CLOSES . . .MEMBERS <strong>of</strong> Doric Lodge No 4073 didnot look forward to their regular meetingon Monday 22 November 2010. After anumber <strong>of</strong> years <strong>of</strong> steady decline and theincreasing average age <strong>of</strong> members, itwas agreed, reluctantly, that the Warrantshould be returned to the M W The GrandMaster and that this would be their lastmeeting.The members, together with 50-plusguests, welcomed the R W ProvincialGrand Master, John K. Clayton, and aProvincial deputation comprising W BroStewart G Carley, Assistant ProvincialGrand Master, W Bro John Rushworth,Provincial Grand Secretary and W BroRobert W Bowhill, Provincial GrandDirector <strong>of</strong> Ceremonies, at the <strong>Masonic</strong>Hall, Charles Street Bingley.The R W Provincial Grand Masteraccepted the gavel and listened as theBrethren approved donations to somefour different charities and the election <strong>of</strong>three trustees, appointed to wind up theaffairs <strong>of</strong> the Lodge.W Bro Michael D Edmondson, who hadfor many years been the Lodge’s charitysteward, presented a brief history <strong>of</strong> theLodge. He explained how it came intobeing by the need <strong>of</strong> the members <strong>of</strong>Acacia No 2321, Doric’s Mother Lodge.They had grown so large that progressionhad become very difficult and to form anew Lodge was the best solution. The first10 years had seen continued growth witha number <strong>of</strong> double ceremonies being thenorm.He explained how the Lodge had somany pieces <strong>of</strong> table silver by the efforts<strong>of</strong> the Stewards <strong>of</strong> the Lodge and hethanked the present members <strong>of</strong> Acaciafor their support in recent months.The R W Provincial Grand Masteraccepted collars <strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong>fice and letters <strong>of</strong>resignation from the Brethren, before theMaster, W Bro James A K Shallcross,gave the last address to the <strong>of</strong>ficers. Hemade a most moving tribute to recentlydeparted Brethren and delivered whatwas a very emotional address with dignity.W Bro Shallcross surrendered theWarrant to R W Bro Clayton, whoaccepted it, with sadness, on behalf <strong>of</strong> theM W The Grand Master. The Master alsohanded in his collar and Hall Stone LodgeJewel, saying it had been worn with prideby Masters since its presentation inUnited Grand Lodge by the late ProGrand Master, the Right Hon LordAmpthill, in 1924.Thus ended 90 years <strong>of</strong> Doric Lodge No4073. All who had played a part in its finalmeeting did so with sincerity and Brotherlylove. This was a sad day but the sadnesswas not on open display. The FestiveBoard proved that Doric Lodge truly hadbeen a “Happy Lodge.”•Picture shows W Bro Edmondsonpresenting one <strong>of</strong> several chequesdistributed by Doric on its closure. He iswith Carol Robertson, <strong>of</strong> Andrea’s Gift, a<strong>Yorkshire</strong> charity <strong>of</strong>fering support to thoseaffected by brain tumours.APPOINTMENTS TO GRAND RANKTHE following Brethren from our <strong>Province</strong> are congratulated on the honours received atthe annual investiture at United Grand Lodge, Great Queen Street, London, in April 2011FIRST APPOINTMENTS* Neil DAVIES Lodge <strong>of</strong> the Three Graces No 408 PAGDC* Peter David ACASTER Aire & Calder No 458 PAGDCAntony Richard BAKER Lodge <strong>of</strong> Living Stones No 4957 PAGDC* Harry Brian BURNITT Lodge <strong>of</strong> Felicity No 6001 PAGDC* John Thomas SAWDON Sandbeck No 7275 PAGDC* Brian Ward PRICE OBE Spa No 7609 PAGDCHugh Malcolm STODDART Broad Acres No 7012 PAGDCJohn Stephen PRIESTLEY Aire & Calder No 458 PAGStBADVERTISE HEREFOR AS LITTLE AS £25.00Contact: Stuart Cadman atstuart@jsc-consultants.co.ukfor details <strong>of</strong> advertising rates.RE-APPOINTMENTDr Simon Ge<strong>of</strong>frey LINDLEY Zetland No 1311 GOrgPROMOTIONSJames Henry NEWMAN Hadassah No 4871 SGDGerald James Andrew BROWN Rectitude No <strong>43</strong>83 JGDDonald Stuart CUMMINS Lodge <strong>of</strong> Charity No 4105 PSGD* John Barry GLEDHILL Thornhill No 1514 PAGDCTHE following Companions are congratulated on the honours they received at aConvocation <strong>of</strong> Supreme Grand Chapter, also at Great Queen StreetAPPOINTMENTS* Michael John LITTLEWOOD Nelson <strong>of</strong> the Nile No 264 PGStB* Dr Roderick Gordon TAYLOR Chapter <strong>of</strong> Regularity No 448 PGStB* James Bennett TRUSWELL Phoenix No 904 PGStB* Victor Thomas JOHNS St Oswald No 910 PGStB* Stewart Glasgow CARLEY Scarborough No 1214 PGStBGraeme HUTCHINSONSouth <strong>Yorkshire</strong> Chapter<strong>of</strong> Inst Principals No 9633PGStB*Indicates nomination <strong>of</strong> the R W Provincial Grand Master/ M E Grand SuperintendentCHARTERED ACCOUNTANTSREGISTERED AUDITORSCARING FORALL BUSINESSandPERSONAL NEEDS3 Sharrow Lane, Sheffield S11 8AETelephone: 0114 258 2197Fax: 0114 258 7624e-mail: care@holmeswidlake.co.ukCRAVEN CHAPTER No. 810 IS PROUD TO SUPPORT THIS PAGE OF THE <strong>WHITE</strong> <strong>ROSE</strong> MASONIC NEWSMeeting on the 1st Tuesday in March, April, October, & November (Installation) Sackville Street, Skipton BD23 2PB.8


FOOD FOR THOUGHTBy Assistant Provincial GrandMaster W Bro Colin DentNO - if you thought that this is an articleon <strong>Masonic</strong> Festive Boards you would bevery much mistaken, although its contentsmay take some digesting.In January this year I completed threeyears as an Assistant Provincial GrandMaster <strong>of</strong> this <strong>Province</strong>, a milestone whichgave me cause for reflection.At the outset my area <strong>of</strong> responsibilitywas the Provincial CommunicationsCommittee. Earlier this year I relinquishedthat position and assumed thechairmanship <strong>of</strong> <strong>West</strong> <strong>Riding</strong> <strong>Masonic</strong>Activities Ltd, which oversees thepublication <strong>of</strong> this magazine. You may,therefore, be forgiven for assuming that itwould be one <strong>of</strong> these important areasthat gives me cause to reflect.No, it is neither. It is the present level <strong>of</strong>membership in the <strong>Province</strong>. In order toredress this matter <strong>of</strong> concern we have toaddress three areas.Resignations: Brethren who no longerattend the Lodge and the difficulty someLodges have in attracting suitable newcandidates. We need to look seriously athow we can improve recruitment, how wecan drastically reduce the number <strong>of</strong>members resigning, particularly in theearly years, and how we can encouragenon-attenders to return.At the risk <strong>of</strong> incurring the wrath <strong>of</strong> theBrethren, I ask the question ‘are we surewe are doing all we can in these, mostimportant areas’.The membership <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Province</strong> <strong>of</strong><strong>Yorkshire</strong>, <strong>West</strong> <strong>Riding</strong> in 1989 was10,919. At the end <strong>of</strong> 2010 it fell below7,000, an average reduction <strong>of</strong> approx 30 %.If the decline continues at the same rate,in 20 years time there will be just over5,000 Masons in this <strong>Province</strong>.If we are to ensure that Freemasonryprospers and flourishes in the future wemust all take responsibility for improvingthe membership and also do everythingwe can to encourage lapsed members toreturn and play an active part in LodgeactivitiesRegrettably, some Lodges may feelthat they have reached the point <strong>of</strong> noreturn. However, before surrendering aWarrant they must ensure that they haveused all the tools at their disposal toavoid this situation.We have for some years spoken <strong>of</strong> thethree Rs - Retention, Retrieval andRecruitment. The first two are very muchin the hands <strong>of</strong> individual Lodges and itsmembers.W Bro Colin DentMentoring plays an important part inensuring that a Brother remains amember <strong>of</strong> the Lodge, and it does not endwhen he becomes a Master Mason. Thementoring scheme has had somesuccess but it needs to be adopteduniversally in order to reduce the number<strong>of</strong> new Masons resigning, particularly inthe early years. Remember, every one <strong>of</strong>us has this important responsibility!There are many reasons why Brethrencease to regularly attend Lodge, but weare not always aware <strong>of</strong> these. To counterthis we should always be incommunication with them, encouragingtheir return. Too <strong>of</strong>ten we are not aware <strong>of</strong>the circumstances and difficulties <strong>of</strong> aBrother until it is too late and regularcontact may enable us to discover andresolve any concerns. As Freemasons,we should not only be caring about othersbut also each other.Do we accept resignations too readily?Should we, in the event <strong>of</strong> a Brother<strong>of</strong>fering his resignation, interview him toestablish the real reasons for thisdecision? We may be able to help himovercome any difficulties he has andencourage him to, at least, reconsider hisdecision. We interview candidates whenthey join, why not do the same when theywish to resign?In the case <strong>of</strong> recruitment there aremany avenues open to Lodges toimprove their membership, one <strong>of</strong> thesebeing gavel/open evenings.To assist Lodges the R W ProvincialGrand Master has recently appointed WBro Andrew Brown, <strong>of</strong> Rokeby Lodge No6301, as the Provincial Co-ordinator forgavel/open evenings. These occasionscan be extremely successful, if organisedcorrectly. W Bro Brown has gained a greatdeal <strong>of</strong> experience, over a number <strong>of</strong>years, organising such events, many <strong>of</strong>them very successfully.He is available to assist any Lodgeshould they feel they need help inarranging such an occasion and can becontacted through the Provincial Office.I am sure that everyone will agree thatwe owe it to our predecessors to ensurethat the future for Freemasonry in our<strong>Province</strong> is secure, no matter how muchthe world may change.Our organisation stands as a beaconfor all that is good and I am certain thatthere are many suitable men, outside ourFraternity, who would benefit from, andbrings benefits to it, if they were members<strong>of</strong> our Order.Brethren, it is in our hands and my pleato every Brother in this <strong>Province</strong> is, pleaseaddress this very important matterseriously, and do all you can to secure thefuture <strong>of</strong> your Lodge, in particular, andFreemasonry in general. It will be wellworth the effort!THIS PAGE IS SUPPORTED BY LEODIENSIS LODGE No. 4029 Meeting on the 2nd Tuesday <strong>of</strong> each monthexcept July & August. <strong>Masonic</strong> Hall, <strong>West</strong>bourne House, <strong>West</strong>bourne Close, Otley LS21 3LG9


A TALENT AID STORY OFREMARKABLE DISTINCTIONLYDIA WYATT, who lives with her parents Helen and Richard atBelgrave Court, Rastrick, started playing the piano at the age <strong>of</strong>five, and has progressed through the ABRSM grades, passing all<strong>of</strong> them with distinction.She has also benefited from the <strong>Masonic</strong> Trust for Girls andBoys Talent Aid.Lydia is the granddaughter <strong>of</strong> W Bro Philip Kaye, <strong>of</strong> the AlbertEdward Lodge No 1783, whose daughter Helen Kaye-Wyatt isher mum.Now aged 12, she was awarded the Elsie Roberts prize for thehighest marks achieved by any student taking the ABRSM GradeSeven in <strong>Yorkshire</strong> in 2010, by recording 144 out <strong>of</strong> 150. She isnow preparing to take Grade Eight in June <strong>of</strong> this year.She has been participating in all the local music festivals since2005, first entering the Holmfirth Festival in October followed bythe Haydn Wood in November.Her first success was winning the Les Enfants Trophy PianoSolo for children under nine at the Holmfirth Festival in that year.One major achievement was winning the Winifred M Brook trophyin 2008 for the most meritorious performance in the pianoclasses, again at the Holmfirth Festival and subsequently winningthis in 2009 and 2010. She also had successes at the HaydnWood Festival in 2010, winning the Open Recital Class and beingasked to represent this festival at the Festival <strong>of</strong> Festivals at theKings Hall, Ilkley on 24 September.She has also had many successes over the past four years atthe Mrs Sunderland Music Festival. This year she won the SchoolYear Eight piano solo event for the third year in addition to theprestigious Recital Class for children aged 12-14 years.Lydia was praised for her impressive performance <strong>of</strong> J S Bach’sAllemende and Gigue, Gliere’s prelude in D flat and O Polichineloby Villa Lobos. Adjudicator Margaret Murray awarded Lydia thetop A grade for her winning performance, describing her playingas beautiful and promising.Four years ago it was decided that she should enhance hermusical ability by adding a second instrument to her studies –the flute. Since then she has passed all the ABRSM grades toGrade Seven with distinction and will take the Grade Eightexamination in June <strong>of</strong> this year.At the Mrs Sunderland Festival this year, she won Year Eightand Year Ten competitions for woodwind and in recognition <strong>of</strong> heroutstanding achievements there, she was asked to perform at theend-<strong>of</strong>-competition Gala Concert at Huddersfield Town Hall onpiano in 2009 and 2011.Lydia is also a member <strong>of</strong> the Northerlies section <strong>of</strong> the NationalChildren’s Orchestra and <strong>of</strong> Kirklees Youth Symphony Orchestra.She also enjoys playing flute and piano solos with WakefieldFestival Chorus, in addition to providing some accompanimentand solo playing for the Opus 44 Ladies’ Choir on flute.In 2010 she won the Rastrick High School Junior YoungMusician <strong>of</strong> the year on flute and was also entered into the finalon piano finishing second. In addition she also sings in theschool junior choir and occasionally provides accompaniment onflute.Following auditions at school by Northern OrchestralEnterprises Limited, a charitable organisation based at10


Dean Clough, Halifax, she was awardeda prize, to purchase music and was alsoinvited to play a solo at the joint concertgiven by the Halifax Choral Society andBlack Dyke Mills Band at the VictoriaTheatre in Halifax.Lydia’s latest challenge will be to play apiano recital at London’s Royal FestivalHall on 22 May as part <strong>of</strong> renownedChinese concert pianist Lang Lang’sMassed Piano Orchestra with 50 grandpianos on stage – a notable achievement,indeed.Following a change in familycircumstances in 2009 an application wasmade to the <strong>Masonic</strong> Trust for Boys andGirls Talent Aid, for assistance inpurchasing instruments and music andbecause <strong>of</strong> her obvious ability, Talent Aidwere able to give her support for which,Lydia and her family are truly grateful.MANDOLIN ISBERNARD’SMUSICAL FORTEBERNARD COLLIER, a member <strong>of</strong>Goderich Lodge No 1211, whocelebrated his 90th birthday lastOctober, is pictured alongside sharinghis musical skills with members <strong>of</strong> theAlwoodley Community Orchestra inLeeds.W Bro Collier firstlearned to play theviolin at the age <strong>of</strong> nineand on joining theArmy at the outbreak <strong>of</strong>the Second World War,was taught to play theclarinet in a militaryband. However, afterbeing taken a Prisoner<strong>of</strong> War by the Italiansearly in the North Africa campaign, hewas interned in a POW camp atSulmona, Italy, where a camp orchestrawas formed.The first instruments obtainedthrough the International Red Crosswere all taken by more skilled musiciansand it was not until more werepurchased from the locals using ‘camp’money paid to prisoners, that Bernardacquired and learned to play themandolin. Having plenty <strong>of</strong> time ontheir hands the orchestra became quitepr<strong>of</strong>icient by teaching each other andconcerts were staged for both prisonersand captors.After being released by the Italiansupon their capitulation in September19<strong>43</strong>, all the instruments had to be leftbehind as they tried to reach allied linesand evade re-capture by the occupyingGerman forces. Unfortunately, Bernardwas unsuccessful, he was re-capturedby the Germans and imprisoned inSilesia until eventually liberated by theadvancing Russian army in 1945.It was not until 1960 that Bernardrenewed his acquaintance with theMandolin when he bought a secondhand one. By then he was playingclarinet as a semi-pr<strong>of</strong>essionalmusician in a local dance band called,“The Donoghue Orchestra” so onlyplayed it for his personal enjoyment.However, in 1980 his wife Marjoriebought him a brand new mandolin forhis 60th birthday and he played itthereafter pr<strong>of</strong>essionally and incompetitions.Now, perhaps too old to withstandthe rigours <strong>of</strong> playing pr<strong>of</strong>essionally, heis passing on his skills voluntarily toothers through the AlwoodleyCommunity Orchestra which meets atthe Alwoodley Primary School, Leeds,near to where he and Marjorie now live.The orchestra is open to people <strong>of</strong> allages and meets on a Wednesdayevening.Bernard was Initiated into GoderichLodge in 1963 and was Master in 1981.Picture courtesy <strong>of</strong> <strong>Yorkshire</strong> Post Newspapers.WHEN YOU CAN’T SEE THE WOODFOR THE TREESSound and Sympathetic help fromFinn GledhillSolicitorsHalifax and Hebden BridgeYour Contacts: David Lee (Notary Public) Marc GledhillTel: 01422 330000 and 84245111


FAIRFAX CHAPTER MARKSITS PROUD CENTENARY . . .WHEN Fairfax Chapter No 3255 celebrated its centenary at the<strong>Masonic</strong> Hall, <strong>West</strong>bourne House, Otley, last November, one <strong>of</strong>the highlights was an Oration by Provincial Third Grand Principal,E Comp The Rev Frank A Chappell.E Comp Chappell traced the history <strong>of</strong> the Fairfax family fromthe early 16th century, revealing how Sir William Fairfax metIsabel Thwaites: “an orphan, the daughter and heiress <strong>of</strong>Thomas Thwaites, <strong>of</strong> Denton and Askwith, just up the road fromhere and also <strong>of</strong> estates in the city <strong>of</strong> York, Bishophill and DavyHall.“Isabel was under the guardianship <strong>of</strong> the Abbess <strong>of</strong> theCistercian nunnery at Appleton, near York. In the course <strong>of</strong>hunting and visiting friends in the area, young Isabel had metand fallen in love with William Fairfax. The Abbess, who hopedIsabel would take vows and that her wealth might top up theConvent’s finances, took a jaundiced view <strong>of</strong> Isabel Thwaites’behaviour and confined her to the nunnery.“Thomas Fairfax took the matter into his own hands; gathereda small band <strong>of</strong> friends together; forced entry into the Nunneryand carried <strong>of</strong>f Isabel in triumph – they were married in BoltonPercy Church in 1518.E Comp Chappell, continued: “Companions, it is worthremembering that had it not been for another great love affairsome 2,500 years earlier, between King David and Bathsheba,there might have been no King Solomon and no Freemasonryas we know it today; three love affairs then; 1910 - the Founders<strong>of</strong> this Chapter in love with the Holy Royal Arch; 1518 WilliamFairfax in love with Isabel Thwaites, the rich heiress; and Davidand Bathsheba.“In 1759; when Charles Gregory Fairfax, the 9th ViscountFairfax acquired some property in York, that is now known asFairfax House, he employed a <strong>Yorkshire</strong> Architect, John Carr, whoproduced a classic Georgian House in Castlegate, the lanewhich runs between Cliffords’ Tower and the Jorvik centre in York.In fact it is opposite the Castlegate <strong>Masonic</strong> Hall,which is also a fine architectural feature <strong>of</strong> the area.“Within 100 years, as the Fairfax family moved on, the Fairfax’smagnificent mansion became derelict; becoming a billiard halland a Cinema in the 1920s. The more recent history isreminiscent <strong>of</strong> our Chapter ritual. There was no sign <strong>of</strong>Zerubbabel, Haggai, and Joshua, not <strong>of</strong> any Sojourners; but YorkCity Council, the York City Trust, and Noel Terry, the chocolatierfamous for his Chocolate Orange came together in the 1980sand restored Fairfax House to its original glory, even surpassingperhaps, that <strong>of</strong> the original house.“One <strong>of</strong> the great things that the Holy Royal Arch teaches usis not to lose heart; that what seems desolate and forlorn, evenimpossible, can be rebuilt; that glory can emerge anew out <strong>of</strong>ruins; when people care, when they have charity and love thengreat things can happen. ”Fairfax Chapter, founded at Guiseley in July 1910, welcomedmembers and visitors totalling 100 Companions, with the M EGrand Superintendent, John K Clayton, heading a ProvincialDelegation.E Comp Michael T George Powell read a short history <strong>of</strong> theChapter and also a letter from HM the Queen, expressing herbest wishes and congratulations.E Comp John Rushworth, Provincial Scribe E, read theCentenary Charter before it was presented to the First Principal,visit www.masonicswords.co.ukto view our current stock & purchase yourantique sword with a little history.12OLICANA CHAPTER No.1522 Meeting on the 1st Mon in Oct, Nov, Dec, Feb and March Installation last Mon in AprilCunliffe Road, Ilkley LS29 9DZ PROUD SUPPORTERS OF THIS PAGE OF THE <strong>WHITE</strong> <strong>ROSE</strong> MASONIC NEWS.


E Comp Dr Eric Adderson, by the M EGrand Superintendent, who alsopresented centenary jewels to theCompanions <strong>of</strong> the chapter. E CompAdderson reciprocated in presenting ajewel to the M E Grand Superintendent.A charitable donation <strong>of</strong> £3,255 waspresented by E Comp Robin Gregsonand graciously accepted by E CompClayton.At the Festive Board, E Comp Claytonpresented a silver candelabra on behalf <strong>of</strong>a generous, though anonymous donorand lit the candles for the first time. Toastswere honoured with good humour and nota little amusement to conclude a mostenjoyable celebration.• Pictures show the Chapter Principalsand members <strong>of</strong> the Provincial delegationand W Bro Gregson handing over thecharity donationCOMPANIONS PREPARE FOR CELEBRATIONOF THE BICENTENARY OF THE ROYAL ARCHIN 2013 Supreme Grand Chapter will celebrate the full emergence <strong>of</strong> the Royal Archas we know it 200 years ago.On 16 October 2013 there will be a luncheon in the Grand Connaught Rooms,followed by a Celebratory Convocation in the Grand Temple in the presence <strong>of</strong> theFirst Grand Principal, HRH The Duke <strong>of</strong> Kent, followed by a guest dinner to behosted by him at the Savoy Hotel in the evening.The Royal Masons 2013 Bicentenary Appeal has been established to help fundthe Royal College <strong>of</strong> Surgeons <strong>of</strong> England – Surgical Fellowship Scheme. Thisscheme enables the brightest and best surgeons <strong>of</strong> each generation to exploretreatments for conditions and injuries that effect millions <strong>of</strong> people worldwide. TheFellowship receives no direct funding from the NHS and relies completely onvoluntary donations from individuals, trusts and legacies and requires more fundingto continue the number <strong>of</strong> worthy projects.Surgical research provides significant research in• Hip and Knee replacements• The prevention <strong>of</strong> strokes• Reconstructive surgery for trauma and war wounded victims• Less invasive surgery and quicker recovery• Skilled operations to improve hearing and sight• Cancer survival ratesFuture innovations in surgery will be driven by researchThe aim over the next three years is to raise a minimum <strong>of</strong> £10, plus Gift Aid, fromevery companion. This is a little over £3 per year, but this would raise more than£1m. Gift Aid is worth nearly 30% added value to an individual donation and it ishoped that Chapter donations will incorporate this additional amount. The M EGrand Superintendent hopes that all Companions in the <strong>Province</strong> will considerdonating and also that Chapters will contribute.The donation form/appeal leaflet is available from Provincial Office or can bedownloaded from:www.grandchapter.org.uk/news/2013BicentenaryAppeal.htmRA REPRESENTATIVESDEVELOP THEIR NEW ROLEROYAL Arch Representatives in Craft Lodges have been learninghow they can develop their role. The Provincial Education Teamhas organised a series <strong>of</strong> highly successful workshops <strong>Province</strong>wideduring February and March.Some 129 Royal Arch Representatives attended presentationsby W Bro David S Pratt, Assistant PGM and a former Royal ArchRuler. These included the Provincial Grand Master/GrandSuperintendent, R W Bro John K Clayton, Deputy GrandSuperintendent John Briggs, Assistant Provincial Grand MastersTony Brailsford and Colin Dent, together with E Comps Rod Taylorand The Rev Frank Chappell, Provincial Grand Principals.Representatives took part in discussions about their duties,responsibilities and activities within their Lodges.W Bro Pratt explained that it was an important ideal for RArepresentatives to promote awareness <strong>of</strong> the existence <strong>of</strong> RoyalArch Masonry within their own Lodges.“A key skill is to assist the Master Mason to arrive at his owndecision when to join and also to be impartial in ensuring that aBrother joins a Chapter which is best suited to his needs.Critically, the Representative should not pressurise a Brother tojoin any Chapter until he himself feels that he is ready for such animportant step.”Contact Alan Hurdley, Education Officer:alan.hurdley@wrprovince.co.uk or phone 07720102069 forfurther information.• Picture shows the M E Grand Superintendent, his Deputy andRoyal Arch Representatives attending the Workshop at BlenheimHouse BatleyLODGE <strong>of</strong> HARMONY No. 275 IS PROUD TO SUPPORT THIS PAGE OF THE <strong>WHITE</strong> <strong>ROSE</strong> MASONIC NEWSMeeting on the 1st Thursday in Feb, Apr, Jun, Oct & Dec. <strong>Masonic</strong> Hall, Greenhead Road, Huddersfield. HD1 4EN13


LANDMARK EVENTSIN ABSORBINGCOUNCIL AGENDA . . .THE Principals and members <strong>of</strong> StOswald Chapter No 910 were proud tosupport E Comp The Rev Michael Taylor,PPGSN, president, by hosting the JointMeeting <strong>of</strong> the Affiliated Chapters <strong>of</strong> theSouth <strong>Riding</strong> Royal Arch Council at itsregular convocation on 12 January.Over 85 Companions includingpresidents and <strong>of</strong>ficers <strong>of</strong> the sistercouncils attended to readily <strong>of</strong>fer theirsupport, the highlight <strong>of</strong> which was anaddress in open Chapter by renowned<strong>Masonic</strong> scholar The Rev Neville Barker-Cryer, PGSoj.The Provincial delegation was headedby E Comp John Briggs, Deputy GrandSuperintendent, accompanied by EComp The Rev Frank Chappell, ThirdProvincial Grand Principal, and E CompTony Kaddish, Assistant to the ProvincialGrand Principals.The Rev Barker-Cryer spoke withaccustomed authority on the landmarkevents that occurred within Masonrybetween 1771, the formation <strong>of</strong> thePremier Grand Lodge (Moderns), 1751the formation <strong>of</strong> the Most Ancient andHonourable Society <strong>of</strong> Free and AcceptedMasons (Antients), through to the Union<strong>of</strong> the Grand Lodges in 1813.In tracing this journey E Comp Barker-Cryer gave an account <strong>of</strong> how theseevents laid the foundations and directlyinfluenced the Royal Arch as we know ittoday.At the Festive Board, E Comp Briggsspoke <strong>of</strong> the invaluable work undertakenby the Royal Arch Councils and thecontribution they make to the continuingsuccess <strong>of</strong> the Royal Arch within the<strong>Province</strong>, none more so than activelysupporting and promoting the variousinitiatives introduced within their Chapters.OTHER meetings arranged for Royal Arch Councils later this year are:CALDER VALE: Secretary: E CompMichael J LittlewoodEmail: mjlitttlewood@btinternet.comJoint Meeting hosted by The WakefieldChapter No 495on17 May at Zetland Street. WakefieldSHEFFIELD: Secretary: E CompD Russell Johnson,Email: djys10069@blueyonder.co.ukJoint Meeting hosted by FellowshipChapter 4069on 27 June at Tapton Hall, SheffieldE Comp The Rev Michael Taylor welcoming E CompThe Rev Barker-CryerHUDDERSFIELD: Secretary: E CompRoy J ArmitageEmail : Roy.Armitage@goodfolk.netJoint Meeting hosted by Chapter <strong>of</strong>Truth No 521on 11 November at Greenhead <strong>Masonic</strong>Hall, Huddersfield.All Companions are eligible to attendthe above meetings.For further information please contactthe Secretary.CERTIFICATE ISREWARD FORDEDICATED SERVICEA UNIQUE presentation <strong>of</strong> a Certificate <strong>of</strong>Service to Royal Arch Masonry from the ME Grand Superintendent, John K Clayton,was made to E Comp John Dyson.The Deputy Grand Superintendent,John A Briggs, handed over the certificateto mark E Comp Dyson’s outstandingservice to the Royal Arch during his 56years membership, at a Convocation <strong>of</strong>the Chapter <strong>of</strong> Affability No 308 in Aprilthis year.E Comp Dyson was Exalted intoAffability in December 1954 and becameits First Principal in 1977, a position healso filled in 1994. He had occupied theposition <strong>of</strong> Scribe E on a number <strong>of</strong>occasions, most notably from 1985-1998.He was Provincial Grand Steward in 1984and promoted PPGSN in 1992.In April 2005, the Deputy GrandSuperintendent, Gerald R Wilde,presented a 50-year certificate tocommemorate E Comp Dyson’s jubilee.Three years earlier, E Comp Dyson hadcelebrated 50 years in Freemasonry as amember <strong>of</strong> Lodge <strong>of</strong> Prince George No308 and during this time he had also beenInstalled as Master <strong>of</strong> Bhopal Lodge inthe Grand Lodge <strong>of</strong> India in 1969.E Comp Dyson, a member <strong>of</strong> a number<strong>of</strong> other Orders in Freemasonry, is thoughtto be the first recipient <strong>of</strong> a certificate <strong>of</strong>service to the Royal Arch in our <strong>Province</strong>in living memory.• Picture shows the three AffabilityPrincipals, from left: William R Burns, IanMetcalfe and Philip J Harris, with E CompBriggs and E Comp Dyson in theforeground.THREE GRAND PRINCIPLES Chapter No.208 Meeting Thur 24th Feb, 21st April, 16th June, 18th Aug,13th Oct and 15th Dec. 2011Leeshouse Road, Thornhill Lees, Dewsbury WF5 9BP SUPPORTERS OF THIS PAGE OF THE <strong>WHITE</strong> <strong>ROSE</strong> MASONIC NEWS.14


PERRY HELPS ZULU TEAMPERRY McGEE, a retired police detective and a member <strong>of</strong> IlkleyLodge No 1552, has visited a remote area <strong>of</strong> Kawa Zulu Natal,close to the Mozambique and Swaziland border wheremembers <strong>of</strong> Olicana Lodge No 1522 kindly donated andsupplied a full football kit for a recently formed Zulu football team.The team is organised and run by a local game warden whohopes to detract the local boys from crime, especially animalpoaching. The “happy boys” team were delighted by thedonation.Bro McGee said: “Being a former rugby coach I was able togive a few tips on team bonding and exercises, all <strong>of</strong> which wentdown well. The captain is named THULANI and he walked fivemiles to take part in the training. The boys play in a localtournament and gave me a traditional Zulu song and dance tosay thank you. The remoteness <strong>of</strong> the location means thatcommunication is virtually impossible but I hope one day toreturn to the area to see how they are going on.”Joeseph Gumede, manager <strong>of</strong> the “Happy Boys” is seen withthem and the new football kit.Contact Perry on his website for more information:www.noneedtodie2.comKEIGHLEY LODGE No 3463MARKS ITS CENTENARY!THE Keighley Lodge No 3463 celebrated its Centenary ata regular meeting at the <strong>Masonic</strong> Hall, Cooke Street,Keighley on 11 November 2010, in the presence <strong>of</strong> the RW Provincial Grand Master, John K Clayton, together with77 Brethren and guests.The inaugural meeting <strong>of</strong> The Keighley Lodge was heldat the same venue on 19 October 1910.The Master, W Bro Arnold Simpson, welcomed the PGMand his Provincial delegation, before W Bro KeithHammerton gave a brief but very entertaining history <strong>of</strong>the Lodge’s 100 years. He highlighted important dates andsaid that a booklet would soon be available, detailing a fullhistory.R W Bro Clayton was pleased to present the CentenaryWarrant to W Bro Simpson, who said this would be framedand placed next to the original Warrant <strong>of</strong> Constitution. ThePGM handed centenary jewels to Lodge members, whowere presented by the director <strong>of</strong> ceremonies, W BroHammerton.The Festive Board mirrored the original banquet servedat the inaugural meeting.• W Bro Simpson presented a cheque for £3,463, forthe PGM’s Fund, the money having been raised by theBrethren over the last five years. This was in addition to acheque for £1,500, for the <strong>Masonic</strong> Samaritan Fund,presented to APGM W Bro Stewart G Carley at theInstallation last October.C.C.C. DEBT MANAGEMENTDebt Recovery Specialists Since 1982+ Specialists In Pre-Court Debt Recovery+ No Collection - No Commission Fee+ Commercial & Consumer Debt Recovery+ Trace Absconded DebtorsHead Office | Wesley House Huddersfield Road Birstall Batley WF17 9EJTel +44 (0)1924 472219 | Fax 01924 359151 | Email admin@cccltd.co.ukwww.cccltd.co.ukDoncaster Office | 1 Thorne Road, Doncaster, South <strong>Yorkshire</strong>, DN1 2HJ - Tel | 01302 3<strong>43</strong>477 • Fax | 01302 36540315


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GEARING FOR NEWLODGE FOR LEEDS!SINCE the <strong>Masonic</strong> Buildings in GreatGeorge Street, Leeds were vacated therehas been no representation for CraftMasonry in the city centre.The R W Provincial Grand Master hasgiven his consent to a Petition beingsubmitted to the M W The Grand Masterfor the Consecration <strong>of</strong> a new Lodge,which would meet in the city centre, at theLS1 Club (formerly the Leeds Club), onAlbion Place, Leeds.The purpose <strong>of</strong> the proposed Lodgewould be to attract candidates,particularly younger men, who work inindustry and commerce in the city centre,and other potential members who live inthe centre <strong>of</strong> Leeds. The benefits to themjoining this new Lodge will include:The convenience <strong>of</strong> being able to getthere straight from work;Good transport links making traveleasier if not using a car;Close to home with travelling kept to aminimum.Also there are a number <strong>of</strong> Freemasonswho work in the centre <strong>of</strong> Leeds, whoseFreemasonry is practised in either otherparts <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Province</strong> or in other <strong>Province</strong>sand London. Some <strong>of</strong> these Brethrentravel to Leeds on a Monday morning andreturn to their home on a Friday eveningstaying in hotels/flats in the centre <strong>of</strong>Leeds in between. A result <strong>of</strong> this is thatthey have little if no opportunity to practisetheir Masonry.W Bro Keith MadeleyAdditionally, there are men working inLeeds, both Masons and Non-Masons forwhom travelling to the outskirts <strong>of</strong> Leeds,because <strong>of</strong> transport arrangements, tovisit a <strong>Masonic</strong> Lodge is consideredinconvenient, as their home is in theopposite direction, or they live in the citycentre.The potential Founders feel that nothaving a Lodge in the city centre resultsin potential candidates, who work and livein the centre <strong>of</strong> Leeds, being missed.Additionally, there could well be Brethrenwho have resigned from their Lodges, forthe same reasons, who could be attractedback.Over 30 Brethren from this and other<strong>Province</strong>s have said they wish to beconsidered as Founders, together withothers who desire to be joining membersIt is not the intention for the Lodge to be“elitist” or a “dining Lodge” but it isenvisaged that it will be a working Lodge,meeting four times a year in March, June,September and December. It is expectedthat the work will involve all theceremonies associated with CraftMasonry.A number <strong>of</strong> potential candidates havealready expressed an interest. The Lodgewould meet on the second Thursdaystarting at 6.00pm. This is considered tobe a convenient start time for thosecoming from work in Leeds, and as suchwill ensure an early finish to enable all toget home at a reasonable hour.The Founders are most grateful that theoldest Lodge in Leeds, the Lodge <strong>of</strong>Fidelity No 289, has kindly agreed to actas sponsoring LodgeThe proposed Founding Master isW Bro Keith Madeley, <strong>of</strong> Lodge <strong>of</strong> PeaceNo 3988 and the Metropolitan GL JubileeMasters No 2712 and the proposedFounding Secretary is W Bro Ian R Lewis,<strong>of</strong> Legiolium Lodge No 1542 and theLeeds and District Lodge <strong>of</strong> InstalledMasters No 7918.• W Bro Madeley, a former chairman <strong>of</strong>the Provincial Media Committee, wasdelighted to be awarded the MBE in H MThe Queen’s New Year Honours inrecognition <strong>of</strong> his charitable work withHRH Prince Charles’s Prince’s Trust andHRH The Duke <strong>of</strong> York’s CommunityInitiative. Many congratulations, Keith.COPY deadline for autumn issue<strong>of</strong> <strong>WHITE</strong> <strong>ROSE</strong> is15 September 2011Editorial: John B GledhillTel: 01484 644408Email: jb.gledhill@btinternet.comAdvertising: Stuart CadmanTel:01274 873426Email: stuart@jsc-consultants.co.ukTHE LODGE OF FRIENDSHIP No. 750 IS PROUD TO SUPPORT THIS PAGE OF THE <strong>WHITE</strong> <strong>ROSE</strong> MASONIC NEWS.Meeting on the First Wednesday after the full moon at 51, Whitcliffe Road, Cleckheaton, <strong>West</strong> Yorks. BD19 3BY17


JUBILEEPRESENTATIONSFORMER MARKRULER GIVENCRAFT HONOURMILESTONE FOR AGREAT STALWARTLIGHTCLIFFE Mark Lodge helpedcelebrate a Mark <strong>Masonic</strong> milestone forone <strong>of</strong> its stalwart members.V W Bro James Paterson Greenwoodflew from his home in Cyprus to be guest<strong>of</strong> honour and many old friends attended,including Provincial Grand Master R WBro James Bennett Truswell, and theAssistant Provincial Grand Master, W BroJohn Fred Clough, together with aProvincial team, to mark Jim’s 60th year inMark Masonry.The PGM took V W Bro Greenwoodback to the time he joined the Mark Orderin a lighthearted trip down memory laneand in doing so got a couple <strong>of</strong> dateswrong, picked up very quickly by Jim,much to the amusement <strong>of</strong> those presentR W Bro Truswell invited one <strong>of</strong> V W BroGreenwood’s oldest colleagues to presentthe Certificate from Grand Lodge and RW Bro James Bramley Morley, Past PGM,did so in his usual quiet manner, and asincere, moving presentation was greatlyappreciated by the recipient.The PGM presented a Provincial GrandLodge certificate and in doing so thankedV W Bro Greenwood for his past service tothe <strong>Province</strong>, which was greeted withacclamation.Sadly, at the close <strong>of</strong> the Festive Board,V W Bro Greenwood became ill and wastaken to hospital, where he stayed forseveral days for tests. Happily, he is nowback home in Cyprus where he is still verymuch involved in Masonry.W Bro Greenwood is pictured with R WBro Truswell and W Bro CloughASSISTANT Provincial Grand MasterW Bro Anthony B Brailsford describedit as an “historic occasion” when hepresented W Bro Philip Birch, PJGD,with a 50-year jubilee certificate.The presentation took place at WBro Birch’s mother Lodge,Rotherwood No <strong>43</strong>92 earlier this year.W Bro Birch has enjoyed adistinguished <strong>Masonic</strong> career in manyOrders in addition to Craft andChapter Masonry, most notably beingProvincial Grand Master in the Markdegree from 1994-99 after serving asdeputy for five years prior.A Grand Officer in Craft, Chapter,Mark and Royal Ark Mariners, W BroBirch enjoyed a spectacular andmeteoric rise since the day he wasInitiated into Rotherwood Lodge in1961. His first Provincial Appointmentwas as Grand Pursuivant in 1986,promoted PPJGW three years later,with Grand Rank (PAGDC) conferredin 1990 and PJGD in 1999.A volunteer for the Indian Army in1942, he was subsequentlycommissioned into the 1st KGV’sOwn Gurkha Rifles and retired with therank <strong>of</strong> captain.W Bro Birch, an auctioneer andvaluer, was made a Freeman <strong>of</strong> theCity <strong>of</strong> London in 1997. He is seenreceiving his certificate from W BroBerailsfordThe Buckingham Partnership LtdProject Management, Quantity SurveyingSimon BuckinghamConsultant19 Chilver DriveTongBradford, BD4 0TS01274 684472 / 07825 760152simon@sbuckingham.co.ukwww.sbuckingham.co.ukRegistered in England and Wales 06705126LIGHTCLIFFE CHAPTER No. 3332 IS PROUD TO SUPPORT THIS PAGE OF THE <strong>WHITE</strong> <strong>ROSE</strong> MASONIC NEWSMeeting on the Last Tuesday in Feb (Installation) Apr, Jun, Aug & Oct 1 Roydlands Street, Hipperholme, Halifax. HX3 8AF18


DISTINGUISHEDSERVICE AWARDFOR W BRODr E V DULSON . . .AN active and fulfilling life in Freemasonrywas celebrated by W Bro Dr Ernest VDulson at a meeting <strong>of</strong> Royal <strong>Yorkshire</strong>Lodge No 265 at the <strong>Masonic</strong> Hall, CookeStreet, Keighley in March this year.And the R W Provincial Grand Master,John K Clayton, was pleased to presentW Bro Dulson with a 50-year certificate tocommemorate and acknowledge hisdistinguished services to Freemasonry.There were no fewer than 13 GrandOfficers among the Brethren whocrowded into the temple to hear R W BroClayton chronicle W Bro Dulson’sachievements and contribution to Craftand Royal Arch Masonry.The R W Provincial Grand Master alsoreferred to W Bro Dulson’s career inmedicine – he had been a senior houseR W Bro Clayton is pictured with W Bro Dulson andthe framed certificatesurgeon and physician at Leeds GeneralInfirmary and St James’s Hospital and ahouse surgeon (Obstetrics) at St Mary’sLeeds and a respected GP in Keighley forsome 30 years.W Bro Dulson, Initiated into GodsonLodge No 2385 in Worcestershire, hadjoined the Royal <strong>Yorkshire</strong> Lodge twoyears later and was Master in 1970.He was appointed Provincial GrandSteward in 1981 and went on to serve onthe Provincial Charity Executive and as amember <strong>of</strong> the Provincial Grand Master’sAdvisory Committee for six years.He received the Grand Rank <strong>of</strong> PAGDCin 1988 and was promoted to his currentrank <strong>of</strong> PJGD in 1997.However, it was his contribution toRoyal Arch Masonry for which Bro Dulsonbecame best known as he served as aProvincial Ruler, first as Second GrandPrincipal in 1994 and from 1997-2001 asDeputy Grand Superintendent until hisresignation. Grand Rank was conferred asP G St B and, subsequently P G Swd B.W Bro Dulson is also a past president<strong>of</strong> Bradford and District Royal ArchCouncil and served on the ChapterInstallation Panel for 10 years from 1984.R W Bro Clayton described W BroDulson as a “dyed in the wool Mason,”someone who was a stickler forcorrectness and one who cared for andrespects ‘old standards’.W Bro Dulson said he had seen sixProvincial Grand Masters “come and go!”but he hoped he and R W Bro Claytonwould be able to meet in two years timewhen he would complete 50 years in theRoyal Arch.THE LODGE OF PEACE No. 3988 Meeting on the 4th Mon <strong>of</strong> the month, 2nd Mon Jul, 3rd Mon Dec except Aug<strong>Masonic</strong> Hall, Hoyle Court Baildon, Shipley. BD17 6JS PROUD SUPPORTERS OF THIS PAGE OF THE <strong>WHITE</strong> <strong>ROSE</strong> MASONIC NEWS.19


TWIN CELEBRATIONSARE WELL RECEIVEDDONCASTER’S Priory Place enjoyed twocelebrations as two much respectedBrethren received recognition for theircontribution to Freemasonry in the town.In a planned celebration to mark his50th year as a Royal Arch Mason, EComp R A “Bob” Burkett, PPGSN,received a 50th Jubilee Certificate from EComp Anthony Kaddish, PG StdB,Assistant to the Provincial GrandPrincipals.The Companions <strong>of</strong> Don Valley ChapterNo 3890 were delighted as E Comp Boboutlined his life outside Freemasonry,ranging from his first job, aged 14, as abutcher’s lad, his service both in the RoyalArtillery and British Rail during the warthrough to his retirement as a farmer.E Comp Kaddish described E CompBurkett’s contribution to Freemasonry inDoncaster and referred, in particular, tothe presentation <strong>of</strong> a Craft 50th JubileeCertificate by W Bro Tony Brailsford sometwo years ago in Hall Cross Lodge No5744.E Comp Burkett was Installed as FirstPrincipal <strong>of</strong> Don Valley Chapter by hisfather in 1975.EX-CRICKETERIS 50 NOT OUTTHE R W Provincial Grand Master,John K Clayton, was pleased toaward a jubilee certificate to W BroJ Michael Parker for services toCraft masonry and thepresentation was undertaken by WBro Tony Brailsford, AssistantPGM at a regular meeting <strong>of</strong> theKeresforth Lodge No 7641.W Bro Parker was Initiated intoKeresforth in June 1960 and wasMaster in 1970.His father, W Bro H Alan Parker,was Master <strong>of</strong> Mirfield Lodge No1102 in 1961 and was a Foundermember <strong>of</strong> Keresforth Lodge.Together they have given over 90years service to the <strong>Province</strong> <strong>of</strong><strong>Yorkshire</strong> <strong>West</strong> <strong>Riding</strong>.Michael Parker was a cricketer,having played for Doncaster andBarnsley for many years in the<strong>Yorkshire</strong> League. He was seniorpartner in the family business <strong>of</strong>Insurance Brokers until hisretirement.E Comp Burkett, centre, with E Comp V Outram andE Comp M R C RickettsW Bro E C "Bob" Chapman, PPSGW,with V W Bro Jack PigottIN contrast, a promotion for W Bro E C “Bob” Chapman was totally unexpected.The Brethren and visitors at the March meeting <strong>of</strong> Don Valley Lodge 3890 were a littlesurprised by the arrival <strong>of</strong> V W Bro Jack Pigott, Deputy Provincial Grand Master, whobriefly outlined W Bro Chapman’s contribution to Doncaster Freemasonry in general –he is a leading member <strong>of</strong> Don Valley Chapter, 3890, Ivanhoe Chapter, 276, Rose Croixand Grey Friars Preceptory, 265, Knights Templar – and to Don Valley Lodge in particular.V W Bro Pigott was pleased to promote W Bro Chapman to Past Provincial SeniorGrand Warden on behalf <strong>of</strong> the R W Provincial Grand Master.ELDER STATESMAN’S DIAMOND JUBILEETHE elder statesman <strong>of</strong> Kirklees Lodge No 4710, W Bro Henry Brian Walker,PPJGW, celebrated 60 years in Freemasonry earlier this year.And the R W Provincial Grand Master, John K Clayton, was pleased to presentW Bro Walker with his diamond jubilee certificate.W Bro Walker was born in 1930 and brought up in Brighouse and Batley, theson <strong>of</strong> a haulage contractor and coal merchant. Educated at Bradford GrammarSchool and Leeds Business College, he served at Tangmere on National Servicewith the RAF.After demob, he began work in the family business but over the years hediversified, and became involved in opencast mining, liquefied gas distribution,metal recovery and quarrying. He retired in 1993.He joined Kirklees Lodge No 4710 in 1951 when his father was Master. W BroWalker was Master at Kirklees in 1985 and again in 1989, also progressing throughJ and H chairs to become First Principal in Mirfield Chapter No 1102 in 1995.W Bro Walker is also a founder member <strong>of</strong> Woodsmoke Lodge No 9317.In retirement, with family and friends, he has taken to the water in his own motorcruiser travelling down to and through France to Monte Carlo and back, as well asacross the North Sea to visit all the countries <strong>of</strong> the Baltic. He has more recentlyundertaken scale model construction <strong>of</strong> a traction engine and a steam lorry.Tel: 01274 574440 Fax: 01274 572727Email: davidg.priestley@yahoo.co.ukVentilationInstallation •Maintenance •Repair40 Welbeck Drive, Great Horton, Bradford, BD7 4BTAIRE & CALDER CHAPTER No. 458 Meeting on the 3rd Thursday in Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Sep (Installation) & Nov.<strong>Masonic</strong> Hall, Belgravia, Goole DN14 5BU SUPPORTERS OF THIS PAGE OF THE <strong>WHITE</strong> <strong>ROSE</strong> MASONIC NEWS.20


SIXTY YEARSIN THE CRAFTTHE presentation <strong>of</strong> a 60-yearcertificate to acknowledge hisservices to Craft Masonry wasthe latest remarkablerecognition for W Bro AlexMuirhead Caldwell, PPJGW, <strong>of</strong>Brooke Lodge No 3068.Assistant Provincial GrandMaster W Bro Colin Dent andPast Master W Bro George E ACalligan joined together inpresenting a graphicdescription <strong>of</strong> some <strong>of</strong> W BroCaldwell’s achievements andinterests at a meeting <strong>of</strong> theLodge.W Bro Caldwell was born inGlasgow in 1926 in the middle<strong>of</strong> the General Strike, leftschool at 16 and joined theRAF during the Second WorldWar at the age <strong>of</strong> 17. Part <strong>of</strong> hisservice was spent as a reargunner on Lancaster bomberswhere he took part in 37operations over enemyterritory. He received theDistinguished Flying Medal forhis service to King and country.He was Initiated into theGlasgow Star Lodge No 219 in1950 and became its Master in1957. His job brought him toHuddersfield in 1960 where hejoined Unity Lodge No 3930before moving to Brooke in1990. A polished ritualist, hehad been the Lodge organistfor the past 10 years.In 1990 he was invited byThe Grand Lodge <strong>of</strong> Antient,Free and Accepted Masons <strong>of</strong>Scotland to be a Proxy JuniorWarden for a Lodge in theTransvaal district <strong>of</strong> SouthAfrica, for a period <strong>of</strong> one yearand to represent them at theQuarterly Meetings <strong>of</strong> theGrand Lodge in Edinburgh.This was an honour he wasproud to accept.W Bro Caldwell said thesecret <strong>of</strong> receiving a 60-yearcertificate was to joinFreemasonry young enoughand live long enough – he hadbeen very fortunate to havedone both. At the FestiveBoard W Bro Caldwell waspresented with an inscribedglass clock.W Bro Caldwell is alreadythe recipient <strong>of</strong> two 50-yearjubilee certificates in Craft, onefrom <strong>Yorkshire</strong>, <strong>West</strong> <strong>Riding</strong>and the other from his motherLodge in Scotland, also he hasbeen similarly honoured in theHoly Royal Arch (twice) andthe Mark degree.50 YEARS LOYALSERVICE . . .A 50-YEAR milestone was celebrated byW Bro Peter Hainsworth Kirk, P P G Reg,<strong>of</strong> Moorland Lodge No 6591, when hereceived a jubilee certificate fromAssistant Provincial Grand Master W BroStewart G Carley.W Bro Carley gave a detailed account<strong>of</strong> W Bro Kirk’s <strong>Masonic</strong> and businesscareer and recalled that he had beenMaster at Moorland in April 1973.A chartered surveyor, W Bro Kirk joinedthe Valuation Division <strong>of</strong> the InlandRevenue and became a partner in theBradford firm <strong>of</strong> Gledhill Kirk & Co,Auctioneers and Estate Agents. In hisyounger days he played hockey for LeedsCorinthians, something which nowastounds him!Active in the Bishop Blaize Conclave <strong>of</strong>the Order <strong>of</strong> the Secret Monitor and anExaltee in Baildon Chapter 1545, W BroKirk has also served on the HouseCommittee <strong>of</strong> Baildon <strong>Masonic</strong> Hall.W Bro Kirk is only the second Initiate <strong>of</strong>Moorland Lodge to reach this milestoneand as “father” <strong>of</strong> the Lodge his opinionsare valued on all manner <strong>of</strong> subjects.He is pictured with W Bro Carley at thecertificate presentation.OUTSTANDING EFFORTS RECOGNISEDE COMP JAMES W REDDYOFF was the recipient <strong>of</strong> a 60-year certificate to mark hisoutstanding service to Royal Arch Masonry.The M E Grand Superintendent, John K Clayton, made the presentation at aConvocation <strong>of</strong> the Chapter <strong>of</strong> Fidelity No 289 in January this year.A highly respected Freemason, E Comp Reddy<strong>of</strong>f was Exalted into the Chapter<strong>of</strong> Fidelity in November 1950 andhad become First Principal in 1967.He enjoys the rank <strong>of</strong> PPGSN inProvincial Grand Chapter and P A GSoj in Supreme Grand Chapter.E Comp Reddy<strong>of</strong>f is a longservingmember <strong>of</strong> QuatuorCoronati Lodge No 2076, noted forits <strong>Masonic</strong> research, and E CompClayton referred to E CompReddy<strong>of</strong>f’s work as a <strong>Masonic</strong>historian and his service as a Lodgeand Chapter Liaison Officer.They are pictured together at thepresentation.WEDNESDAY EVENING SPECIAL2 steak or 2 chicken dishes (or one <strong>of</strong> each) + bottle <strong>of</strong> wine = £19.95Large Vegetarian menu & dietry needs dishes availableTelephone | 01924 505387/4020696 cask ales on rotationLOCAL SOURCED HOMECOOKED FOODThe Brasserie | 131 Roberttown Lane | Liversedge | <strong>West</strong> <strong>Yorkshire</strong> | WF15 7NP21


SAFE ANCHOR LADYTAKES TO THECANALS IN STYLE . . .A MAJOR grant <strong>of</strong> £25,000 from the PGM’sFund, has allowed the award-winning SafeAnchor Trust to complete the fitting out <strong>of</strong>its new canal boat Safe Anchor Lady.Whereas the other three passengerboats <strong>of</strong> the Trust’s fleet have beenobtained second hand and modified, SafeAnchor Lady (or SAL as she isaffectionately known), is a new build,designed by the Trust’s boat committee, toaccommodate its special-needspassenger groups.Built at Tyler Wilson in Sheffield as a “sailaway” ie. covered hull with engine, SAL hasnow been fitted out to the higheststandards by the Trust’s volunteertradesmen and is berthed on the Calderand Hebble canal at Shepley BridgeMarina in Mirfield.Using Safe Anchor volunteers, around£60,000 has been saved in constructionfrom the total cost <strong>of</strong> £175,000. Les Moss,chair <strong>of</strong> the Trustees, said: “The fundingprovided by The Freemasons <strong>of</strong> <strong>West</strong><strong>Yorkshire</strong> was invaluable in helping us toachieve our goal <strong>of</strong> providing safe accessto our waterways for special needs groups,which may otherwise have beenunattainable.”SAL is a broad beam canal boat, withcomfortable seating for 12 passengers andhas a fully fitted galley, disabled toilet andshower room and an electric lift to handlethe largest wheelchairs.The Safe Anchor Trust has 104 unpaidvolunteers, which enables 100% <strong>of</strong>fundraising to go into the service itprovides.The Trust’s emphasis is on providingaccess to the waterways for special needsgroups, those with health and mobilityproblems and socially disadvantagedgroups, in order to maintain or improve thehealth <strong>of</strong> their users.Volunteer crews work in shifts, sevendays a week during the season March toOctober and the three boats can be outfrom 9.00am to dusk with several cruises aday. In 2010, cruises were provided for 248different groups, totalling 16,113passengers. Since The Safe Anchor Trust’sinception some 15 years ago, over 100,000passengers have been carried, illustratingthe continuing need for this worthwhilecharity.This is a community activity for whichthere is no charge, but donations arewelcome and generally freely given byvisiting groups. The Trust’s work has beenrecognised as one <strong>of</strong> only five charities in<strong>West</strong> <strong>Yorkshire</strong> to be awarded the Duke <strong>of</strong>York’s Community Initiative and Queen’sJubilee Award.Forthcoming Open Days are on 4/5 Juneat Shepley Bridge Marina, Mirfield, WF179HR, when short free trips will be availablefor visitors. Free trips are also available atthe WW2 Festival at Thwaites Mill, Leedson 19 June. Brethren and their families aremost welcome.Tel: 0113 2567021Fax: 0113 2566600www.active-workwear.com22


PGM’S PLEA TO CARE MSUCCESSFUL RE-LAUNCH FORWEBSITE – LODGES URGEDTO ACT ON FALLING NUMBERSTHE R W Provincial Grand Master, John K Clayton, has made animpassioned plea for Freemasons to care more for one another;announced a successful re-launch for the provincial website; pointedto both problems and positives in membership and issued a cautionaryword regarding expectations for honours.In his Address to the annual meeting <strong>of</strong> Provincial Grand Lodge, infront <strong>of</strong> around 1,200 Brethren at the delightful Royal Hall, Harrogate,R W Bro Clayton warmly congratulated Brethren receiving a firstappointment, or promotion.He said: whilst this may be the one and only honour some <strong>of</strong> youreceive, I urge you to look towards the future and continue to work foryour Lodge and the <strong>Province</strong> in anticipation <strong>of</strong> recognition for that workbut much more important, self satisfaction.“ I would caution about working simply to obtain an honour.Freemasonry has only three principles in Brotherly Love, Relief andTruth. Honours are not mentioned anywhere in our ritual.R W Bro Clayton referred to a net loss <strong>of</strong> 206 members <strong>Province</strong>wide. “The optimists amongst us would say that is only, on average,one member per Lodge. But how I wish that it were 206 gains.”75 YEARS AT THE ROYAL HALLPROVINCE is to celebrate a 75-year association with the splendidRoyal Hall next year.R W Bro Clayton announced that a substantial charitable donationwill be made to the Royal Hall Restoration Trust for the development<strong>of</strong> the Heritage Lounge.“This Lounge will house, amongst other items, a permanentexhibition on Freemasonry, with particular emphasis on the <strong>Masonic</strong>association with the Hall, Harrogate and <strong>Yorkshire</strong>. It will be the onlypermanent exhibition on Freemasonry outside London open to thegeneral public,“ he saidThe PGM urged Lodges to bealive to falling membership. “If theyare, and report the same to<strong>Province</strong>, then maybe help wouldbe at hand and disaster avoided.Don’t wait until the 11th hour whenrescue would doubtless beimpossible.“ Bro Andrew Brown has beenappointed, for want <strong>of</strong> a betterword, Provincial Organiser <strong>of</strong>‘open evenings’ and already over20 such evenings are on his bookspreparing for such a night. Don’tleave it too late. Be alive to what ishappening in your Lodge.“On the subject <strong>of</strong> membership,it isn’t all doom and gloom, since73.6% <strong>of</strong> Initiates were under theage <strong>of</strong> 50, with 39.7% fallingbetween 21 and 40 years. TheseThe R W Provincial Grand MasteBrethren need to be recognised asthe lifeblood <strong>of</strong> Freemasonry. Lodges need to keep their interest butbeware not to give all the work to the youngsters. Don’t cast the PastMasters aside entirely. Both ends <strong>of</strong> the age and “seniority” spectrumhave an important part to play.”R W Bro Clayton highlighted a growing concern when he said:Brethren, I have become all too well aware that whilst we are very goodin caring for the needs <strong>of</strong> non masons, and that <strong>of</strong> course is part <strong>of</strong>our culture, we are not always as good as we ought to be at lookingafter one another.“Recently, I received a letter from a Brother about his Provincialhonours. He said, and I quote:‘I recognise that my attendance at my Lodge over recent years hasbeen negligible, however, I have had both personal and businessproblems, and no one in the Lodge has ever contacted me to find outwhy I was not attending . . . in the true spirit <strong>of</strong> Masonry I find it hard tobelieve that this has happened.’“Brethren, I am both saddened and angry that this is still happeningin my <strong>Province</strong>. I pose this question to you all - when did you lastcontact a Brother who didn’t come to the Lodge?“I think it is most opportune that I am launching a new initiative‘Freemasons Care - for One Another’. This, <strong>of</strong> course, is on the backJudith Hardaker, daughter <strong>of</strong> the late W Bro HarryLupton, and Terry Wise, representing RiponCommunity Hospital, pictured with the PGMHelen Linsell and Duncan Bedson, <strong>of</strong> Dance UnitedTHE R W Provincial Grand Master proudlyannounced the fourth year <strong>of</strong> major grants fromthe PGM’s Fund, totalling £100,000 each year.Designed for larger projects and to supplementquarterly grants, R W Bro Clayton expressed hisgratitude to Brethren for donating so generously.“My heartfelt thanks for your support, you canbe rightly proud that since the PGM’s Fundbegan in 1987, over £2m has been given toworthy causes. This included £240,000 from myFund last year.“Not a penny came from the general public, itwas all down to you, your family and friends anddespite the current economic climate yourdonations to charity last year were well over£400,000,” said the PGM.THIS year’s recipients were:Goole Gymnastics Club - £10,000: formedin 1983 and occupying its current premises in thecentre <strong>of</strong> Goole since 1998, the club acceptsmembers from the age <strong>of</strong> three, and currently hassix dedicated coaches. Its reputation attractsmembers not only from Goole but surroundingcommunities, both able bodied and disabledgymnasts.The money will help purchase a new tumblingLOCAL COMMUNI£100,000 GOES TOtrack as they currently lease such a track fromanother local club. Application supported by Aireand Calder Lodge, No 458.Denby Dale Centre - £10,000: this is a localcommunity and charity organisation, thatoperates a centre called the HUB for communityactivities in rural South Kirklees, particularly thedevelopment <strong>of</strong> much-needed social support forlocal people.The Centre recently purchased the oldSalvation Army Hall, which they had previouslyleased, and the building needs a new centralheating system. Application supported by BrookeLodge, No 3608.Ripon Community Hospital - £15,000: thisis a Cottage type hospital providing a range <strong>of</strong>inpatient and outpatient services for the localcommunity. Trinity Ward within the Hospital is a15-bed facility for palliative care, rehabilitation,24Pictures by David Wright. Go to his website: www.thewrightphoto.co.uk or em


ORE FOR ONE ANOTHER<strong>of</strong> our very successful and ongoing‘Freemasonry Cares for You’campaign.“I want all Lodges to take positivesteps to ensure that contact ismade with those who haven’tattended. Brethren, I throw out achallenge to each and every one <strong>of</strong>you to take time out to make thatcontact, particularly if apologieshave not been received.“This is a simple step and should,<strong>of</strong> course, go hand in hand with thementoring scheme. Indeed, someLodges account for absentees, andcertainly some <strong>of</strong> our members areused to this practice in otherOrders.“Brethren, we are a family andneed to be aware <strong>of</strong> difficultiesr enters the Royal Hall with his Acting Officers amongst our own. I have saidbefore that resignation is rarely aspur-<strong>of</strong>-the-moment decision. If we are vigilant, we should seedifficulties arising and, hopefully, be proactive in helping a memberthrough what he perceives as a difficult time.“The longer we stay away from our Lodge, the more difficult it is togo back. Don’t let it happen. Don’t leave it until it is too late. We shouldalways be able to account for the health and well being <strong>of</strong> everyBrother. Show him we care.”R W Bro Clayton went on to praise the expertise and work <strong>of</strong> BrosKevin Gould, Peter Thornton and David Clough, for providing theProvincial Website with a new look.“I think you will now find it attractive and user friendly. As with mostorganisations, the power <strong>of</strong> the internet is unquestionable. This is noless true in Freemasonry.“This <strong>Province</strong> was one <strong>of</strong> the first to embrace this technology. Wehave taken the opportunity to redesign the website, giving it a moremodern feel and making it more accessible to a wider audience. I ampleased that today I am in a position to <strong>of</strong>ficially launch this new look.Please visit www.wrprovince.net“Brethren, the website is yours, but to keep it alive and interesting,we need to ensure that it is updated with articles and news items. Itneeds to be a dynamic facility.WARM PRAISE AND THANKS . . .THE R W Provincial Grand Master, John K Clayton, was warm in hispraise for W Bro Stewart Glasgow Carley, when he presented a PastAssistant’s jewel and collarette, following his retirement at the end <strong>of</strong>2010.R W Bro Clayton recalled that W Bro Carley had the uniquedistinction <strong>of</strong> being the only Ruler appointed and installed at his ownInstallation.“W Bro Carley has served this <strong>Province</strong> well, for in addition tohaving responsibility for Area 1, he was chairman <strong>of</strong> <strong>Yorkshire</strong> WR<strong>Masonic</strong> Activities Ltd, our commercial arm. During his chairmanshipthe company has weathered the economic problems to ensure thatyour Provincial newsletter has been published twice yearly at no costto the Brethren or <strong>Province</strong>, and also turned in some substantialpr<strong>of</strong>its from the sale <strong>of</strong> merchandise. ”It will only be as good as the material supplied by you for inclusion.Contact details can be found on the website and I encourage you touse it. Over to you!“Important as it is as a means <strong>of</strong> communication, the website worksclosely with the editorial team <strong>of</strong> our twice yearly publication ‘WhiteRose <strong>Masonic</strong> News,’ which has been established in its present formfor over 14 years. The White Rose is an excellent publication, envied bymany <strong>of</strong> our colleagues in other <strong>Province</strong>s.”The PGM paid a special “thank you” to his Deputy, V W Bro JackPigott, his Assistants, W Bros Tony Brailsford, Colin Dent, Martin Stray,David Pratt and Stuart Cummins, as well as Acting Officers andInstallation Representatives, for their hard work and support.R W Bro Clayton saluted the tireless efforts <strong>of</strong> W Bro Mick Dyson,Susan and Ruth, <strong>of</strong>fice staff at Spring Bank Place, before reservingparticular words <strong>of</strong> appreciation for Provincial Grand Secretary, W BroJohn Rushworth.“He is an invaluable asset to this <strong>Province</strong>; we used to say he sleptwith the Book <strong>of</strong> Constitutions but now it’s Graham Redman’s book <strong>of</strong><strong>Masonic</strong> Etiquette.Above all, he has an insatiable appetite for work and keeps me onthe straight and narrow!“I am under no illusion as to how privileged I am to be PGM <strong>of</strong> this<strong>Province</strong>. I could not, however, perform the duties without everyone’ssupport,” he concluded.TIES BENEFIT ASWORTHY CAUSESmedical and post surgical and intermediate care.The grant will help with a room refurbishmentproject. Application supported by Vale <strong>of</strong> NiddLodge, No 4984 in memory <strong>of</strong> the late W BroHarry Lupton and his dear wife, Molly, who spentmany <strong>of</strong> the last weeks <strong>of</strong> her life on the ward.Dance United <strong>Yorkshire</strong> - £20,000: anorganisation based in London, Wessex andBradford, which works with persistent young<strong>of</strong>fenders. Its Academies instil discipline throughthe teaching <strong>of</strong> dance. Many young people havegone on to further education, training and work,and have given up crime. In Bradford they hopeto expand and establish themselves as aCommunity Interest Company.To achieve this they need to provide newtheatrical equipment. Application supported bythe Lodge <strong>of</strong> Eccleshill, Faith and Fraternity, No1034.Nell Bank Outdoor Centre - £20,000:situated at Ilkley, this is like a small village, <strong>of</strong>feringday and residential outdoor education to a vastnumber <strong>of</strong> schools and other community groupsacross the full age and ability range. Its closeproximity to Bradford and Leeds makes it an ideallocation for day or short residential visits. One<strong>of</strong> the best located outdoor centres in Britain,some 20,000 local school children benefit fromthe use <strong>of</strong> the facilities each year.The present adventure play area needsreplacing with a new facility geared for childrenwith special needs, and also wet weatherprovision. Application supported by the Lodge <strong>of</strong>the Three Graces, No 408.South <strong>Yorkshire</strong> Guide Association -£25,000: has a membership <strong>of</strong> some 4,000 andcovers Barnsley, Doncaster and Rotherham. Ithas a residential holiday house at Hesley Wood,Sheffield and is extending this facility to <strong>of</strong>feraccess to people with disabilities.£164,000 has been raised and further fundingis required to complete the work. Applicationsupported by Pathfinder Lodge, No 8236.Gymnastics coaches Mr and Mrs Peter Brookepictured with their chequeClr Peter Hill, Bradford’s Lord Mayor,and Bruce Fowler, representing Nell Bankail him at: david@thewrightphoto.co.ukLadies’ Evenings and charity nights a speciality.25


Samaritan Fund and Lifelites combine with Provincial charities to support the communityYOUR HEALTH ISOUR CONCERN . . .Please help us to reach all thosewho need our help.Call 020 7404 1550or visit www.msfund.org.ukAS it enters its 21st year the <strong>Masonic</strong>Samaritan Fund continues to support thehealth and care needs <strong>of</strong> Freemasonsand their dependants.Support is available to:• Freemasons• The wives, partners and dependants <strong>of</strong>Freemasons• The widows, surviving partners anddependants <strong>of</strong> deceased Freemasonswho have an identified health or careneed and, faced with a long wait fortreatment or care, cannot afford theirown private provision without incurringfinancial hardship.Medical: The Fund will considerapplications for a wide variety <strong>of</strong> medicaltreatments from hip replacement tocardiac surgery, from digital hearing aidsto drug treatment for cancer ordegenerative diseases, from stomachbanding to macular degeneration.Dental: Applications are welcomewhere NHS treatment is unavailable orwhere costs are in excess <strong>of</strong> NHScharging rates. Financial help is providedin support <strong>of</strong> dental treatment that isclinically necessary, in the most costeffectiveand efficient manner. Grants arenot available where the proposedtreatment is purely cosmetic or where anapplicant simply prefers to receive privatetreatment.Respite: If you look after someone whoneeds support because <strong>of</strong> a physical orlearning disability, mental illness or whosehealth is impaired by sickness or old age,and who, without help, would not be ableto cope with the demands <strong>of</strong> basic living,then you are a carer. It is important that,as a carer, you take time <strong>of</strong>f for yourself.Grants are available from the MSF tosupport carers. Funding is availabletowards the cost <strong>of</strong> short periods <strong>of</strong>residential care or to provide regular shortbreaks at home.Mobility: The Fund is also able toprovide grants for the supply andmaintenance <strong>of</strong> mobility equipment,specialist equipment or home adaptationsin response to a specific medical need.For further information about any <strong>of</strong> theabove please contact the Fund or yourLodge, or Provincial Grand Almoner.26


THE N.E.S.T.Taekwondo Club in Rotherham hasbenefited from a £500 cheque from theEnsor Drury Lodge No 3278 and themembers are pictured with Brethrenfrom the Lodge – Jim Dixon, Tim Masonand Keith Payling.LIFELITES SUPPORTLOCAL Mason David Landy helped bringa little extra cheer to Martin House hospiceby helping children’s charity Lifelites buyan amazing home entertainment systemChildren at Martin House, in Wetherby,are ‘overjoyed’ with the new system,provided by the dedication <strong>of</strong> Lifelitesvolunteer W Bro Landy, <strong>of</strong> Lodge <strong>of</strong>Unanimity No 154.Originally a project <strong>of</strong> the RMTGB,Lifelites is the only charity dedicated toproviding and supporting fun andeducational technology for children inhospices throughout the UK, includingMartin House at Wetherby.Inspired by the work Lifelites does atMartin House, David made a generouspersonal donation towards buying a newhome entertainment system for thechildren and young people at the hospiceand he also secured a donation towardsthe package from the Provincial GrandMaster’s Fund.David said, “It has been a privilege towork as a volunteer on behalf <strong>of</strong> bothLifelites and the <strong>Province</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Yorkshire</strong><strong>West</strong> <strong>Riding</strong> from the beginning <strong>of</strong> theproject in 2000 and I never cease to beinspired by the care and dedicationdisplayed by the hospice staff.”The new entertainment system at MartinHouse children’s hospice includes a TV,Blu-Ray player and Mi-Hub surroundsystem. The Mi-Hub surround systemboasts surround sound, radio i-pod playerDVD usb port and flashcard reader all inone unit.Pete Moseley, a care worker at thechildren’s hospice, said, “The children areoverjoyed with the LED TV and the Blu-Rayplayer and the Mi-Hub has caused a glut<strong>of</strong> people wanting one. It really does meana lot to them and to us at Martin House.”R W Bro John K Clayton, ProvincialGrand Master, said, “We are very pleasedto make this contribution and help Lifelitesin some small way with their work at MartinHouse. This donation mirrors the work wehave done to support hospices bothlocally and nationally over many years andwe know how important it is for children’shealth care and well being that they areable to enjoy the time they spend at thehospice.”Lifelites chief executive, Simone Enefer-Doy, said, “We are so grateful to the<strong>Province</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Yorkshire</strong>, <strong>West</strong> <strong>Riding</strong> andDavid. It is wonderful to know how muchthe children at Martin House are enjoyingtheir new entertainment system and itshows what a world <strong>of</strong> differencesupporting Lifelites can make.”About Lifelites - Charity No.1115655Today technology is part <strong>of</strong> the way withlive, work and play; for children even moreso. Lifelites is the only charity in thecountry supplying a fully maintainedpackage <strong>of</strong> educational and funtechnologies for all the 5,000 life-limitedchildren and their families who use anyone <strong>of</strong> the 40 children’s hospices aroundthe UK.A Lifelites package includes computerswith controlled internet, special equipmentfor children with disabilities to use thecomputers for themselves, TVs andcameras. Children can surf the websafely and keep in contact with theirschools, families and friends, play ongames consuls with their brothers andsisters or simply relax in front <strong>of</strong> theirfavourite programmes with their parentsand feel normal for a while, away from theconstant reality <strong>of</strong> their illness.ENJOY A BREAK INTHE BREATHTAKING BEAUTYOF THE LAKE DISTRICTA luxurious 4 bedroom 3 bathroom town housewith all cooking and laundry facilities.5 minutes level walk to Keswick Town CentrePubs, Shops, Restaurants and Amenities.Derwentwater Lake side 0.5mile.All fuel and bed linen included. Cot available.For bookings contactCumbrian Cottages on 01228 599960Quote Cottage Reference No. 11134720% out <strong>of</strong> season discount when youquote White Rose <strong>Masonic</strong> News.27


THIS IS WHEELY GOOD FUN . . .YOUNGSTERS at an activity group for children with physical and learningdifficulties are riding <strong>of</strong>f in a specially adapted cycle.The Wheels for All initiative, organised by the Mulberry club atHavercr<strong>of</strong>t and Rhyill Sports and Youth Centre near Wakefield, now hasthe use <strong>of</strong> a modified bike – thanks to The Wakefield Lodge No 495.W Bro Harry Clark, Almoner, explained that a £2,000 grant from thePGM’s Fund had enabled the group to purchase the cycle.“The enthusiasm and sheer hard work <strong>of</strong> the unpaid organisers isworthy <strong>of</strong> praise,” said W Bro Clark, while club organiser Gail Tombs said:“The bike will be fantastic; two people can ride it at the same time,whether that be two disabled people or one child with an adult.”Skye Dickinson, Elizabeth Arnott and Gail Tombs are pictured with thebike and Lodge members Gary Parker, Master, Harry Clark and DavidGorton are also featured.Picture: <strong>Yorkshire</strong> Weekly Newspaper GroupWELCOME SUPPORTCHERRYTREE Support Services is a groupwhich helps provide accommodation forhomeless boys and girls in the Sheffieldarea before they can take up morepermanent residence.The charity, based at Totley, was pleasedto receive a £500 donation from The WhiteRose <strong>of</strong> York Lodge No 2491, whichobtained the grant from the PGM’s Fund.Picture shows W Bro Michael Bird, second right,presenting the cheque to Mr Anthony Riddle,chairman <strong>of</strong> the Cherrytree trustees, Tony G Shirt,White Rose Master, and Cherrytree general managerChris Ward.SHEFFIELD Children’s Hospital received a£250 donation from the Lodge <strong>of</strong> IndustryNo 6579, the proceeds from a Christmasraffle, and W Bro John Evans, Master, ispictured handing over the cheque toCheryl Ridge, representing the hospitalMARINAMOTORSTel: 0113 263 8474Fax: 0113 263 006524hr Mobile: 07703 52953324hr Helpline: 0113 252 3991Marina Motors is a friendly, family businessenabling us to <strong>of</strong>fer a more personal serviceto all our customers for:Email: marinamotors@btconnect.comwww.marinamotors.co.ukSERVICINGVEHICLE MOTACCIDENTREPAIRS24 HR BREAKDOWNRECOVERY219 Pudsey Road, Bramley, Leeds LS13 4JA28


HELPING PROJECTTRAINING SUCCESSLEEDS Sea Cadets and the Training ShipArk Royal have again been helped by thePGM’s Fund, with support from St WilfridLodge No 6395.CASTLE SCOUTS EARN BIG BACKINGMEMBERS <strong>of</strong> KnaresboroughPriory Lodge No 4171 andForest <strong>of</strong> KnaresboroughLodge No 7452 won supportfor scouts in the area.The 1st Knaresborough(Castle) Scouts weredelighted to receive a £1,000cheque from the PGM’sFund, which has helpedrefurbish the toilet andkitchen areas <strong>of</strong> the ScoutHut on Wetherby Road afterthe building was re-ro<strong>of</strong>ed.Scouts and their leaders are pictured with W Bro Edward Stone(Priory), left, as he hands the cheque to Mr Mark Firth, chairman <strong>of</strong>the scout group.The latest donation <strong>of</strong> £500 helpedpurchase a projector for providingentertainment at camp, but is primarily fortraining purposes.There are 415 Sea Cadet unitsnationwide, 60 <strong>of</strong> which are fromCambridge to York. The Leeds unit has 70cadets with 15 staff – and receives n<strong>of</strong>inancial help from the Royal Navy.Commanding Officer Lt Chris Bentleysaid: The projector has assisted inteaching cadets an average <strong>of</strong> fivequalifications per cadet over a year. This isabout 250 qualifications and the unit hasgained an efficiency burgee – putting us inthe top 20%.”•Lt Bentley and W Bro David Readshaware pictured with some <strong>of</strong> the youngercadets and the burgee.We <strong>of</strong>fer the bestsolutions forautomative,commercial,industrial& wood refinishingPaint Solutions Barnsley (PSB) has been trading in Barnsley since1992. We supply refinishing products to all sectors <strong>of</strong> industryincluding bodyshops & car repair, truck repair, wood refinishers,coach builders and industrial painters. We take pride in the fact thatwe provide quality products at sensible prices.Telephone: 01226 779 773 Fax: 01226 770 637www.paintbarnsley.co.ukUnit 26 Grange Lane Industrial Estate, Carwood Road, Barnsley S71 5ASTINGLEY SHOWOFF SPECIAL STRIPTINGLEY Athletic Corinthian JuniorFootball Club Under 11s have a squareand compasses motif emblazoned ontheir shirts – courtesy <strong>of</strong> a £900 grantfrom the PGM’s Fund.The money to buy the new strip wasobtained by Trafalgar Lodge No 971and W Bro Richard Middleton, Master,is pictured with coach NickSaddington, left, and the team.new car sales | used car sales | servicing | mot | finance | insurancecome and see us at Wakefield Road Lepton Huddersfield HD8 0DLwww.rngolden.co.uk telephone 01484 608060MOORLAND LODGE No. 6591 PROUD TO SUPPORT THIS PAGE OF THE <strong>WHITE</strong> <strong>ROSE</strong> MASONIC NEWS Meeting on the 4th Wed in Jan,Feb, Mar, 1st Wed May (Inst) 4th Wed May, Jun, Jul, Sep, Oct, Nov 3rd Tue Dec. Hoyle Court, Baildon BD17 6JS29


FREEMASONS ANDSHOWMEN JOIN TOHELP SUMMER DAY!REPRESENTATIVES from the Lodge <strong>of</strong>Eccleshill Faith and Fraternity No 1034presented a cheque at the Showman’sLuncheon held at Cedar Court hotel,Bradford in February this year.Having been alerted to the plight <strong>of</strong> six-year-old Summer Day, who suffers fromCerebral Palsy and who is the granddaughter <strong>of</strong> the late W Bro James Fredrick Day, amember <strong>of</strong> Lodge <strong>of</strong> Faith No 4223, Almoner W Bro James W Burgess, took up thecause.Summer attends Smawthorne Henry Moore Primary School in Castleford and theschool wanted to raise £1,300 for a specially adapted tricycle so that she could ride toschool and have extra mobility.The school had raised £3,000 and the Showman’s Guild, <strong>of</strong> which a number <strong>of</strong> theBrethren are members, pledged £500. EFF quickly agreed to make up the shortfall <strong>of</strong>£500 and within three days an order was placed for the tricycle.Julie Murray, the school’s head teacher, thanked the Lodge and the Showmen for theirgenerosity and the speed <strong>of</strong> the response in allowing Summer to get the tricycle and theextra mobility which she would enjoy.•Picture shows W Bro Paul Hornby, W Bro Burgess, Julie Murray and Matthew MorleyJP, chairman <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Yorkshire</strong> Section <strong>of</strong> the Showman’s Guild.CLUB WITH A WILLTO HELP THE KIDSTHE Hunslet Club in South Leeds hasbeen helping young people achievetheir potential for 70 years.Sports, The Arts, vocational trainingand helping plan for the future, arefeatures <strong>of</strong> the club which helpsdisadvantaged children and AllertonLodge No 3047 has been pleased tolend its support with a £1,000donation.Allerton Master W Bro LanceJohnson said: “The club provides anexcellent environment and manychildren who are disruptive at schooland have learning difficulties, workwell in this type <strong>of</strong> situation.”He is pictured with W Bro MichaelBetteridge handing the cheque fromthe PGM’s Fund to club chairman MrMartin Arnold.BIGGER PICTUREFOR MACMILLANCANCER CENTRETHREE senior members <strong>of</strong> Beacon LodgeNo 4066 attended the Macmillan CancerCentre (Jayne Garforth Trust) <strong>of</strong> theCalderdale Royal Hospital, Halifax topresent an LCD flat screen television tothe centre for patients and their carers.The TV, purchased with a grant from thePGM’s Fund, is in the reception areawhere patients wait prior to theirappointments.Pictured are Rebekah Ramsden, theunit Sister and Brethren Vic Smith,Malcolm Priestley, Master, and MartinLongbotom.W Bro Smith, a patient at thecentre,said: “The staff here are a group <strong>of</strong>kind, dedicated pr<strong>of</strong>essionals who have avery difficult job and that anything thatcould be done to help them is greatlyappreciated.”EMERGENCYNIGHTSTOPBRADFORD Nightstop was formed in1993 to combat the problem <strong>of</strong> youthhomelessness in the Bradford area andour picture shows W Bro DavidHudson, <strong>of</strong> the Lodge <strong>of</strong> Peace No3988, presenting a £1,000 cheque fromthe PGM’s Fund to organisationtreasurer Michael Craven.The primary function is to provide a‘Nightstop’ for young people, and thereare currently 62 volunteers within theBradford area who <strong>of</strong>fer ahomeless young person emergencyaccommodation for the night. There isalso now a hostel that provides similarone- night accommodation.Nightstop also campaigns to raiseawareness <strong>of</strong> homelessness and thereis an education project with the aim <strong>of</strong>preventing this happening.The ‘hosts’ have their out- <strong>of</strong>- pocketexpenses paid and are supplied withtoiletries, socks, underwear, ‘T’ shirtsand jogging pants, as most homelesspeople arrive with nothing to theirname. Last year the bill for thesecommodities alone exceeded £3,000.W Bro David and his wife Marion are‘hosts’ in this scheme and regularly<strong>of</strong>fer overnight accommodation tosome <strong>of</strong> Bradford’s young andhomeless community.Two years ago Bradford Nighstopwas awarded the Duke <strong>of</strong> York’sCommunity Initiative AwardIf you are thinking <strong>of</strong>building your own homeor improving or extendingthe one you already havewe can helpFREE ADVICE GIVEN01484 850579e: dbarchitects@btconnect.comSCARBOROUGH LODGE No.1214 IS PROUD TO SUPPORT THIS PAGE OF THE <strong>WHITE</strong> <strong>ROSE</strong> MASONIC NEWS Meeting every 3rd Tueexcept August & September. Blenheim House, Batley Field Hill, Batley. WF17 0BG30


PRESENTATION TOCLAYTON ARLFCBOOSTS CHANCESYOUNG rugby fans in Bradford will getthe chance to play in a team thanks to adonation from the PGM’s Fund.Clayton ARLFC were struggling t<strong>of</strong>und Under 8 and Under 11 teams andwhen W Bro Neil Johnson, <strong>of</strong> the Lodge<strong>of</strong> Hope No 302, heard <strong>of</strong> their plight, a£500 donation was obtained and isbeing used to buy safety equipment.“The club is based in an area <strong>of</strong>Bradford which has little spare money tospend on sport. Clayton ARLFC has anumber <strong>of</strong> youngsters who were keen toplay but the club was struggling to raisethe cash for all the equipment”,explained Neil.SKY'S THE LIMIT FOR SAM . . .SAM ROBINSON and her two children, Kim and Josh, <strong>of</strong> Wilsden, Bradford,undertook a sponsored and self financed Sky Dive from an altitude <strong>of</strong> 14,000 feet atthe North <strong>West</strong> ParachuteCentre, Cark Airfield,Grange-over-sands.They took to the skies inmemory <strong>of</strong> their sister andaunt, Belinda, who diedunexpectedly at the age <strong>of</strong>32 and donated £2,000to the charity Cardiac Riskin the Young (“C-R-Y” )This charity raisesawareness through aprogramme that screens7,000 young people eachFlying high - Sam is pictured, on the right, here and on theyear in an attempt to magazine front cover, in tandem with her instructor. Josh and Kim arealleviate a mortality rate also pictured with Sam – and their certificates <strong>of</strong> achievement.which claims eightapparently healthy young people under the age <strong>of</strong> 35 years each week in the UK.John Kellett, <strong>of</strong> Addingham, Ilkley, Sam and Belinda’s father, a long standingmember <strong>of</strong> St John’s Lodge No 4779, Baildon, obtained a £1,000 cheque the PGM’sFund and this helped double the total handed to the charity.“With this money the new teamorganisers have been able to startbuying tackle bags, body protectors,tag belts and strips to set up the touchrugby teams – as youngsters <strong>of</strong> this ageare not allowed to play a contact game.”• Pictured at the cheque presentationare, from left: W Bro Johnson, CarolPickthall, club treasurer, Barry Peacock,secretary and W Bro John Burland,Lodge <strong>of</strong> Hope Master.31


DOUBLE BOOST FORRODS AND SOVASHEFFIELD & District Freemasonry inthe Community Committee has beenpleased to support RotherhamOrganisation for Down's Syndrome anda cheque for £1,600 was presented to Sheron Critchlow, secretaryand trustee <strong>of</strong> RODS, at the Kimberworth Bowling Alley when a funevening was had by all on the lanes.The organisation supports local people with Down's syndromeand their families.Community chairman W Bro Craig Bannister is pictured withsome <strong>of</strong> the children and Sheron at the cheque presentation.In a further show <strong>of</strong> support for the community, W Bro Bannisterand committee member W Bro Bernard Eyre handed over £1,600to SOVA Cast (Caring Around Sheffield Together) – a charity whichsupport children up to the age <strong>of</strong> 18 who have been placed in care.They are picturedabove, handing over thecheque to ThelmaWhittaker, manager <strong>of</strong>SOVA.This year, SFITC hopeto support South<strong>Yorkshire</strong> & HallamshireClub for Young Peopleand Sheffield ManorLodge.CHRISTOPHER’S CRUSADE FORCHILD VICTIMS OF CRIME . . .WHEN W Bro Christopher Binns was Master <strong>of</strong> The Lodge <strong>of</strong>Amity No 4148 in 2010, collections were made in aid <strong>of</strong>national charity Child Victim <strong>of</strong> Crime - in addition to moniesdonated to The Provincial Grand Master’s Fund.£500 was raised and W BroBinns presented a cheque toMr Dominic Chambers,national fund raiser for thecharity.Christopher is a retired PoliceOfficer and whilst working as aDetective Inspector on theHomicide and Major Enquiry team <strong>of</strong> <strong>West</strong> <strong>Yorkshire</strong> Police,he frequently came into contact with the Child Victim <strong>of</strong> CrimeCharity and came to admire its work.Child Victims <strong>of</strong> Crime or CVOC is the only national policechildren’s charity and was set up in 1993, in response to theaftermath <strong>of</strong> the terrorist bombing carried out in Warrington.The charity supports any child up to 16 years <strong>of</strong> age whohas been a victim or traumatised by a criminal <strong>of</strong>fencecommitted in the United Kingdom. Since its formation it hassupported over 4,000 individual victims and their familiesacross the UK.Christopher nominated a young family who weredevastated when their father was killed by a group <strong>of</strong> drunkenteenage louts in Heckmondwike in 2005 and as a result thefamily were able to enjoy a break to Florida.THE LODGE OF PEACE No. 149 Meeting on the Second Saturday <strong>of</strong> every month at Wessenden Head Road, Meltham,Holmfirth. HD9 4EU IS PROUD TO SUPPORT THIS PAGE OF THE <strong>WHITE</strong> <strong>ROSE</strong> MASONIC NEWS32


WAS THIS THE WORLD’S DEEPESTMACMILLAN COFFEE MORNING?BRETHREN in Wakefield, Pontefract and Castleford held an unusualc<strong>of</strong>fee morning at the foot <strong>of</strong> the pit shaft, 140 metres underground, atthe National Coal Mining Museum <strong>of</strong> England at Overton, Wakefield.Nearly 60 Freemasons, along with families and friends, met up withMaria Amoss from Macmillan Cancer Support. Over 40 wentunderground and at the end <strong>of</strong> a guided tour had c<strong>of</strong>fee and biscuitsat the pit bottom before returning in the pitcage to the surface.Local Freemasons met all the costs <strong>of</strong>the event, so when over £600 was donatedthe monies, with Gift Aid, totalled £750.The event was organised by Wakefield,Pontefract & Castleford Installed MastersAssociation members W Bro Tony Clark,W Bro David Pickover, pictured, and W BroStephen Skellern.G. B. RegaliaCDs BOOST FORBLIND IN BATLEYTHE Society <strong>of</strong> the Blind for Batley,Dewsbury and District has benefited froma £1,000 cheque from the PGM’s Fundobtained by Trafalgar Lodge No 971.This has helped purchase hardware andequipment to produce audio CDs for thevisually impaired and will also fund a multi-CD burner, blank CDs and cardboard postal wallets for essential news and informationfor distribution to its hundreds <strong>of</strong> members across Kirklees.The society was formed in 1919 by local businessmen to provide work for blindservicemen after the First World War.• W Bro James Watson is pictured handing over the cheque.Suppliers <strong>of</strong> Regalia. <strong>Masonic</strong> Furnishings.Books. Rituals.Regulations. Ties. Jewellery. etc.for All <strong>of</strong> the Orders & Degrees <strong>of</strong> FreemasonryProprietor: W. Bro. Gerald A. G. BarkerWe <strong>of</strong>fer you a Friendly and price-conscious service including-Quality new regaliaSecond-hand regalia (bought and sold)Part-exchange old for new regaliaRegalia alteration servicePersonal delivery or local collection at vendee’s discretion23 Menston Old Lane, Burley-in-Warfedale, Ilkley LS29 7QQTel: 07766 959352E.mail: gerrybarker@talktalk.netHOSPICES AGAINBENEFIT FROMGRAND CHARITYTHROUGHOUT 2010 The Freemasons’Grand Charity continued to supportadult and children’s hospices acrossEngland and Wales with grants totalling£600,000.All donations are raised byFreemasons and their families andassist hospices in their vital role inhelping those affected by terminal or lifelimiting illness. Over the last 24 yearsThe Grand Charity has granted inexcess <strong>of</strong> £8m to hospices in thecountry.<strong>Yorkshire</strong>, <strong>West</strong> <strong>Riding</strong> received£46,475 last year and in Area 2, forexample, Overgate received £2,300which was presented at Southwood byThe Lodge <strong>of</strong> Probity No 61 Master,W Bro Ian Firth at a Ladies after LodgeFestive BoardA cheque for £3,400 was given to MrGarry Wilkinson, <strong>of</strong> Kirkwood Hospice,by the WM <strong>of</strong> Albert Edward lodge No1783, W Bro John Green, who ispictured handing over the money,watched by charity steward W BroPhilip Kaye.SOUTH RIDING COUNCIL OF ALLIED MASONIC DEGREES No. 2<strong>43</strong> Meeting on the 3rd Tuesday in May and June and the 2nd Tuesday inSept Priory Place, Doncaster DN1 1BZ. PROUD SUPPORTERS OF THIS PAGE OF THE <strong>WHITE</strong> <strong>ROSE</strong> MASONIC NEWS33


WRMCL MAKINGMORE DONATIONS!A CLEAR blue sky and unseasonabletemperatures formed the backdrop for theannual meeting <strong>of</strong> <strong>West</strong> <strong>Riding</strong> <strong>Masonic</strong>Charities Limited at Ashville College in April,with nearly 300 members present.Provincial Grand Almoner W Bro AlanJackson said that 15 beneficiaries had diedduring the year and 140 were now receivingsupport. Twenty-eight emergency grantshad been made by WRMCL at a cost <strong>of</strong>£25,373, an increase <strong>of</strong> 27%. Over £600,000was paid to beneficiaries within the <strong>Province</strong>by National <strong>Masonic</strong> Charities and WRMCL.Mr David Edwards, representing theSheffield Children’s Hospital, thankedeveryone for an £18,000 donation, whichhad prevented a research programmecollapsing. A new type <strong>of</strong> walking frame forchildren with “Brittle Bone Disease” hadbeen developed.Mr Dominic Mills, young ambassador <strong>of</strong>the year in 2010 for the Prince’s Trust, told amoving story <strong>of</strong> his life <strong>of</strong> poor beginnings,lack <strong>of</strong> parental support and many brusheswith the law, including prison.The Trust helped him gain selfconfidence, recognise his responsibilities insociety and develop his natural skills andabilities. He was thanked and warmlyapplauded, before the president, R W BroJohn K Clayton, presented a cheque for£10,000 to W Bro Keith Madeley, Trustregional chairman.Following a presentation by V W Bro NevilH Parkinson and the chairman, W Bro BarryHartley, members unanimously supportedplans to develop assisted housingaccommodation at Connaught Court,Fulford.W Bro Hartley introduced a new brochure,“Your Charity <strong>of</strong> Choice,” which highlightsthe work <strong>of</strong> WRMCL and he encouraged thisto be shown to non members and families,as well as Freemasons.Provincial Charity Steward W Bro RichardBolton spoke <strong>of</strong> new guidelines and policybeing introduced and that workshops wereto be arranged in the near future.In his Address, W Bro Hartley reported avery low level <strong>of</strong> interest in grants availablefrom ring-fenced funds for military personnelinjured in ongoing conflicts. He alsoexpressed concern that whilst the hospitaltake-up <strong>of</strong> teddy bears continued apace,donations had fallen considerably from£10,500 for the year ending September2010, to £457 in the first six months <strong>of</strong> thecurrent period.W Bro Hartley said that Connaught Courtwould have to convert more <strong>of</strong> the home tocater for those with some form <strong>of</strong> dementia.This would cost £86,000, including theprovision <strong>of</strong> a secured garden.JAMES WILBY LTD.TRANSPORTCONTRACTORSSTORAGE AND DISTRIBUTIONSERVICES AVAILABLETake a load <strong>of</strong>f your mind, let us dealwith your transport requirements.•Allow us to quote for full orpart loads••Deliveries throughout the UK•DAILY SERVICES TO THEMIDLANDS, SCOTLAND, LONDONAND LANCASHIRE•Flat and curtain siders with1 to 24 tonnes capacity••Crane vehicles available•WALKLEY LANEHECKMONDWIKE WF16 0PGTel: (01924) 401928Fax: (01924) 410726THECELEBRATION SUITEThe ideal location for:– WEDDINGS –(Licensed for Weddings under the Marriage Act 1994)– PARTIES –– SEMINARS & CONFERENCES –For full details <strong>of</strong> the facilities and servicesavailable contact:THE HARROGATE MASONIC HALLStation Avenue, HARROGATE HG1 5NETelephone: (01423) 504473INN-TecAuditing LtdLicensed Trade Stock AuditorsAs a leading provider <strong>of</strong> Stocktaking and ConsultancyServices to the Licensed Trade and HospitalityIndustry in <strong>West</strong> <strong>Yorkshire</strong>, we work with you toMaximise and Protect Your Pr<strong>of</strong>it.Essential & Comprehensive Audit Reports.On-Site Result Service. Stock Valuations.Optic Accuracy & Spirit Hydrometer Testing.Guidance, Training & Implementation <strong>of</strong> ControlProcedures & Help with Stock Problems.Till and Cash ReconciliationsAssistance with Samsung Preset Tills.Neil Johnson F.I.L.S.A.26 Rayner Road Brighouse HD6 4AYTel: 01484 384060 Mobile: 07712 191507Email: pubauditor@blueyonder.co.ukwww.inn-tec.co.ukFellow <strong>of</strong> The Institute Of Licensed Trade Stock Auditors and established in 1991cairn wharfquantity surveyorsparty wall surveyorsproject managersconstruction consultantsIf you are considering renovations, alterations, adaptationsor extending your property, the Party Wall etc Act 1996impacts on the obligations that you have to your neighbour.Cairn Wharf are pleased to announce that we can nowalso act as Party Wall Surveyors; we will serve the requirednotices and can also act under a statutory appointment.Carl Woodier DirectorCairn Wharf Consultancy Ltd, Station Road, Otley, LS21 3HXT: 019<strong>43</strong> 461038 M: 07739 576181 E: cw@cairnwharf.comwww.cairnwharf.com34


ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONSGOLDEN GIFTWHEN W Bro Roy Dexter, <strong>of</strong> TrafalgarLodge No 971, and his wife, Ruthcelebrated their golden weddinganniversary on 1 October 2010 theyraised £600 for the <strong>Yorkshire</strong> AirAmbulance charity in lieu <strong>of</strong> presents.The couple recalled that theirdaughter was involved in an accidentat Tingley five years ago and the AirAmbulance attended.They are pictured with paramedic GlennPowell, left, and Andy Poutney (doctor), as theyhanded over the money.DIAMOND WEDDINGW Bro Eddie Rodger, <strong>of</strong> the ThreeRoses Lodge No 7110, and his wife,Joan, celebrated their diamondwedding anniversary on 27 December2010GOLDEN WEDDINGSW Bro Allan M McNeill, <strong>of</strong> ThornhillLodge No 1514, and His wife, Jean,celebrated their golden weddinganniversary on 4 March 2011. Theyhelped raise £700 for the Parkinson’sSociety in lieu <strong>of</strong> presents.W Bro David Wilby, <strong>of</strong> BrighouseLodge No1301, and his wife, JuliaChristine, celebrated their goldenwedding anniversary on 3 April 2011W Bro Bryan Worsman, <strong>of</strong> the Lodge<strong>of</strong> Probity No 61, and his wife, Pauline,celebrated their golden weddinganniversary on 4th. April 2011HOSTS FIRE AWAY INCLAY PIGEON SHOOTTHE annual Inter-Provincial clay pigeonshoot for the Watson-Eden Trophy wasstaged by the <strong>Province</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Yorkshire</strong>, Northand East <strong>Riding</strong> in October 2010 atThimbleby Gun Club – and it was awinning occasion for the hosts!Teams from the <strong>Province</strong>s <strong>of</strong> <strong>West</strong>Lancashire, <strong>West</strong>moreland andCumberland, <strong>Yorkshire</strong>, North and East<strong>Riding</strong> and <strong>Yorkshire</strong>, <strong>West</strong> <strong>Riding</strong> tookpart. There was a good turn out <strong>of</strong> gunsfrom our province on what was a very wetday!At a lunch and prize presentation at TheHaynes Arms, Kirby Sigston, the winners,captained by W Bro Mark Roberts, <strong>of</strong>Acklam Lodge No 6248, Middlesbrough,received their prizes. <strong>Yorkshire</strong>, <strong>West</strong><strong>Riding</strong> came a creditable second. Aconsiderable sum was raised for <strong>Masonic</strong>charities.The winner <strong>of</strong> the Lawson Trophy asYWR high gun was W Bro Michael Buck,<strong>of</strong> Airedale Lodge No 387.This year’s competition will be hostedby <strong>West</strong>moreland and Cumberland atPenrith Gun Club on Sunday, 2 October.Any Brother interested in joining theAssociation please contact W Bro WilliamWatson: tel 01423 862202. e-mail:william@watdoc.co.ukINTRODUCING A NEW APPROACHTO LEGAL SERVICESJOHN HOWE & COSOLICITORSCOOPERATIVE CHAMBERS4 MANOR HOUSE STREET, PUDSEY, LEEDS LS28 7BJPhone: 0113 236 3936 Fax: 0113 257 9891INCORPORATING LYONS & DORSEYAT 10 PARK PLACE, LEEDS LS1 2RUPhone: 0113 2<strong>43</strong> 3381 Fax: 0113 245 0559• Matrimonial • Family / Care Work • Personal Injury Partnership •• Residential Conveyancing • Commercial Conveyancing •• Wills & Probate • Estate Planning • Employment • Licensing •• Commercial Contracts & Corporate Financing *A FRIENDLY & EFFICIENT SERVICE GUARANTEED36


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A message from the Provincial Communications Committee chairman“Manage and promote a positive andaccurate image <strong>of</strong> Freemasonry byproviding timely information and byresponding to enquiries on anyaspect <strong>of</strong> <strong>Masonic</strong> activity”THIS remains the object <strong>of</strong> ourcommittee and with the re-launch <strong>of</strong> theProvincial Website by the R W ProvincialGrand Master at the recent meeting <strong>of</strong>Provincial Grand Lodge, we have addeda further working tool to assist allFreemasons in our <strong>Province</strong> tocommunicate information.First, can I express my deep gratitudeto Kevin Gould, the webmaster and,more especially, Peter Thornton andDavid Clough, for all the hard work theyhave completed in producing ourwebsite and also dealing with theproblems that arose over the new yearwhen it was attacked.The website is for all Freemasons in<strong>West</strong> <strong>Yorkshire</strong> to use; to broadcastnews such as charitable giving, toadvertise Open Evenings and tocommunicate the performance <strong>of</strong>special ceremonies such asanniversaries <strong>of</strong> Lodges or for Brethren .Please send your articles, news andinformation to the webmaster at:kevin.gould@wrprovince.co.ukBy keeping the website updated wewill continue to promote to Masons andthe general public the positive aspects<strong>of</strong> Freemasonry.Running our website in conjunctionwith that <strong>of</strong> the UGLE we continue toreceive enquiries from gentlemenCommittee chairman W Bro Lewiswishing to join Freemasonry. In 2009 wereceived 61 enquiries; in 2010 – 160 andso far in 2011 – 18.These enquiries are handled bymembers <strong>of</strong> the ProvincialCommunications Committee. They willinitially speak to the gentleman who willbe introduced to a Lodge close to hishome address and which meets on aconvenient night. The introduction doesnot carry any recommendation or supportfrom the committee. It remains theresponsibility <strong>of</strong> each Lodge to undertakeits own assessment and enquiriesregarding a potential candidate, beforeconsidering him for proposal into theLodge.W Bro Andrew Brown, <strong>of</strong> Rokeby LodgeNo 6301,has been appointed to adviseLodges on Open Events, either to attractnew candidates or to educate the generalpublic. He has already run a number <strong>of</strong>successful meetings in Area 2 and hisexperience will be helpful to Lodges whowish to set up and run their own.W Bro Ian R LewisThe Great <strong>Yorkshire</strong> Show continues toenable us to promote Freemasonry, inconjunction with the <strong>Province</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Yorkshire</strong>N & E. Reaction from the general publicto our stand continues to be very good,especially when they realise the good wedo in our communities. The stand for thisyear’s show, which takes place between12 and 14 July, is being organised by WBro Roger Newhouse.One <strong>of</strong> our successful projects isTeddies for Loving Care. Here we provideAccident and Emergency units <strong>of</strong>hospitals within <strong>West</strong> <strong>Yorkshire</strong> with teddybears for medical staff to give to adistressed child to help calm them.A Brother recalled how his four-year-oldgranddaughter went into hospital for anemergency operation. Before theoperation she was in tears at which stageshe was given a pink <strong>Masonic</strong> teddy.Calm was restored and the teddy washeld tightly going into and coming out <strong>of</strong>theatre and ever since. Mum thinkswhoever set up TLC is “a genius”.In 2010 we distributed 11,690 teddiesthroughout the <strong>Province</strong>. Thanks to allwho have supported and assisted withthis project.Finally, if you require any assistance forpublicity in local newspapers, to promotedonations and work undertaken by yourLodges, the contact details <strong>of</strong> theProvincial Communication Committee aredetailed on the website.Antiques Expert as seenand heard on TV and RadioRegular auctions <strong>of</strong> fine antiques, paintings,pottery, retro and modern furniture, books, toys,coins, stamps, vinyl records, postcards, jewellery,clocks, watches, medals and war memorabilia –and all kinds <strong>of</strong> unusual collectibles.TEL: 0113 248 3333Curtis Buildings, Berking Avenue, Leeds LS9 9LFProbate & insurancevaluationsItems <strong>of</strong> value soldthrough our regularauctionsItems <strong>of</strong> special interest<strong>of</strong>fered worldwide onour website and throughspecialist auctionsFrom single itemsto complete estatesSolicitors, Banks& Trustee workOfficial auctioneers andvaluers to Leeds CityCouncilcontact@garydon.co.uk wwww.garydon.co.uk A family business since 1929The WindsorSchool <strong>of</strong>DancingKensington Hall, Girlington, Bradford. BD8 9LTLearn to dance for thosespecial occasions or just for fun.We run classes all year roundfor Beginners to Advanced:in Ballroom, Latin Americanand Sequence.For more details contact Andrew Carrutherson 01535 275065 mobile 07947 898009andrewcarruthers@fsmail.netThis is an accredited Dance School with theImperial Society <strong>of</strong> Teachers <strong>of</strong> DancingPILGRIM LODGE No. 7728 IS PROUD TO SUPPORT THIS PAGE OF THE <strong>WHITE</strong> <strong>ROSE</strong> MASONIC NEWSMeeting on the 4th Mon <strong>of</strong> each month except Dec, Jun, Jul, & Aug. The Allerton, Nursery Lane, Leeds LS17 7HW38


PLAQUE IN THE REDLION PUB MARKS230 YEARS OFFREEMASONRYIN DONCASTER . . .WHEN Bro Doug King, <strong>of</strong> St George’sLodge No 242, enjoyed a c<strong>of</strong>fee in theRed Lion public house, Doncaster, henoticed a plaque on the wallcommemorating the origins <strong>of</strong> the StLeger horse race in 1776.He thought, wouldn’t it be nice to havea similar memento marking theestablishing <strong>of</strong> Freemasonry in Doncaster230 years ago when St George’s Lodgewas formed in 1780After discussing this with themanageress, who was keen to encouragelocal connections, Bro King took his ideato the Lodge. Permission was sought andgranted from the R W Provincial GrandLesley Pickersgill’s picture shows, from left: Doug King, Mike Brearley, Chris Kitchen, Emma Sayles(Wetherspoons), Tony Brailsford and Peter BrindleyMaster and a unique plaquecommissioned. It was unveiled in themain bar <strong>of</strong> the Red Lion, Market Place,Doncaster on Monday 1 November 2010.Those present included W Bro MikeBrearley, Master <strong>of</strong> St George’s Lodge, WBro Tony Brailsford, APGM, W Bro StuartGrantham, Provincial CommunicationsCommittee, W Bro Carl Griffiths, president<strong>of</strong> the Doncaster & District InstalledMasters Association, and W Bro PeterBrindley, the Lodge’s Liaison Officer and35 Brethren, their wives and friends.J D Wetherspoon, the pub owners,provided a splendid buffet and wererepresented by area manager ChrisKitchen, and manageress Emma Sayles.The evening was a tremendoussuccess enjoyed by all. Many members<strong>of</strong> the public seemed absorbed by whatwas happening and what was said aboutFreemasonry and the history <strong>of</strong> StGeorge’s Lodge, together with itscontributions to the town and community,including petitioning and gaining twosubstantial grants last year from thePGM’s fund.GRAND PREFECT'S AMBITION REALISED!IT was a happy occasion for all when R W Bro Sydney John Bruton Barlow, DistrictGrand Prefect for <strong>Yorkshire</strong>, Allied <strong>Masonic</strong> Degrees, realised an ambition to adda new Council during his term <strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong>fice.So it was that on Tuesday, 1 March this year a new Council, South <strong>Riding</strong> No 2<strong>43</strong>,was Consecrated in Doncaster following an idea initiated by Bro Ian Colin Smith.A delightful ceremony was conducted by M W Bro Michael Edward Herbert,Grand Master, at the <strong>Masonic</strong> Hall, Priory Place, Doncaster.W Bro George Henry Philip Birch, Past Provincial Grand Master in the MarkDegree, was Installed as the first Master by R W Bro Barlow. Bro James BennettTruswell, the Mark Provincial Grand Master, was Senior Warden and Bro SmithJunior Warden.The Grand Master presented to the Council a set <strong>of</strong> breast jewels, one <strong>of</strong> eachdegree, to be used during the ceremonies. The Brethren responded withacclamation and W Bro Birch thanked M W Bro Herbert accordingly.The meeting was followed by an excellent luncheon, when the 62 Brethrenincluded four prospective joining members and three <strong>of</strong> the seven candidates whohave completed forms for membership.Meeting dates are the third Tuesday in May and June and the second Tuesday inSeptember. To qualify as a member <strong>of</strong> the Allied <strong>Masonic</strong> Degrees, it is necessaryto be or have been a member <strong>of</strong> a Royal Arch Chapter and a Mark Master Mason.The Founders are pictured with the Grand Master and District Grand Prefect.KNIGHTS TEMPLARIN 150 - YEARCELEBRATIONS . . .A SPECTACULAR Gala Dinner held at theRoyal Armouries, Leeds, in October 2010,was a fitting end to celebrations <strong>of</strong> theKnights Templar <strong>Province</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>West</strong> <strong>Yorkshire</strong>marking the 150 years since its formationin February, 1860.The day had begun in fine style when 200Knights <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Province</strong>, in full regalia, metfor the Sesquicentenary Provincial Priorymeeting at Batley Enterprise College. TheProvincial Prior, Right Eminent Kt PaulGrafton, who presided over the meeting,was pleased to welcome the Very High andRight Eminent Great Seneschal, Malcolm E.Slater, as the principal guest, together withmany other distinguished Knights Templarfrom all over the country.The meeting also heralded the launch <strong>of</strong>a commemorative book written by Em KtFred Cooper chronicling the history <strong>of</strong> the<strong>Province</strong>, tracking its development throughthe reigns <strong>of</strong> its 16 Provincial Priors. Thebook, simply entitled ‘150 Years <strong>of</strong> TheProvincial Priory’, firmly places thedevelopment <strong>of</strong> Knights Templar against thesocial and industrial changes that tookplace in England over this period.The formal proceedings having beencompleted only hours earlier, over 400Knights, with family and friends, reconvenedthe same evening at the Royal Armouriesand were treated to a wonderful occasion.The Provincial Prior was delighted topresent a donation <strong>of</strong> £15,000 to the St.John <strong>of</strong> Jerusalem Eye Hospital, after whichmusical entertainment was provided bythe Rothwell Temperance Band, achampionship band regularly in the top fivein Britain.39


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CONGRATULATIONSTO A CENTENARIANMRS MINNIE "Valentine" Solomoncelebrated her 100th birthday on 14February this year.She has been a widow <strong>of</strong> The Lodge <strong>of</strong>Dawn No 6511 for 58 years, her latehusband Bro Henry Solomon havingpassed away in 1953. A deputation fromthe Lodge attended Donisthorpe Hall,home for the elderly, to make apresentation.Mrs Solomon has strong connectionswith Freemasonry in general and TheLodge <strong>of</strong> Dawn in particular, for in additionto her late husband, her brother, W BroShapiro, late brother-in-law W Bro AlexGoldberg and nephew W Bro RussellGraham, were Masters <strong>of</strong> Dawn - whileanother brother-in-law, nephew and agreat nephew have been Lodgemembers.She herself is a past master <strong>of</strong> a ladiesLodge. However, Mrs Solomon isremembered for her part in the formation<strong>of</strong> The Grand Lodge <strong>of</strong> Israel (GLI) in1953. On the formation <strong>of</strong> GLI manyEnglish and Scottish Lodges andindividual masons contributed items tothe Grand Lodge Temple in Jerusalem.The Consecration was attended by WBro Louis Wigoder JP, PAGDC, PPSGW,the first Master <strong>of</strong> Dawn. On his returnfrom Israel he reported that theoutstanding gift to GLI was - and hequoted from the plaque adorning the gift- "King Solomon's chair and pedestalpresented by the widow <strong>of</strong> the revereddeceased Brother Henry Solomon."The chair and pedestal were carved inScotland and flown over especially for theConsecration.Mrs Solomon is pictured with, from left,W Bro Simon Lester, W Bro SimonFellerman, W Bro Ge<strong>of</strong>frey Caplan,chairman <strong>of</strong> Donisthorpe, and W BroStephen Brown, Master.100 UP FOR JACK!A RECEPTION was held at Greenhead<strong>Masonic</strong> Hall, Huddersfield on Saturday13 November 2010 for Ill Kt Jack McMath,senior Past Sovereign <strong>of</strong> Red Cross <strong>of</strong>Constantine Huddersfield Conclave No191.Jack, who is a past master <strong>of</strong> theLodge <strong>of</strong> Peace No 149 and a past firstprincipal <strong>of</strong> Unanimity Chapter No 149,was attending theconclave for the first timesince celebrating his100th birthday on 25 May2010.• Picture shows: Back,from left: IP Sov Dr J J O LSwift, Ill Kt MalcolmMcMath, Ill Kt J M Bulmer.Front: Sov G Milnes, JackMcMath, R Il Kt A WLlewellyn, Int General,<strong>West</strong> <strong>Yorkshire</strong>.CLASSIFIEDADVERTISEMENTSG. P. BEEVERS LTD.PLUMBING & HEATINGENGINEERS (EST. 1970)20 Hough End Lane, LeedsLS13 2EYTel: 0113 257 9890THE McDONALD PARTNERSHIPCHARTERED SURVEYORSRobert House,Unit 7, Acorn Business Park,Woodseats Close, Sheffield S8 0TBTel: 0114 280 2290Fax: 0114 258 6109R & J LODGEPURVEYORS OF FINE FOODSGreens End Rd, Meltham,Huddersfield HD7 3NWTel: 01484 850571SELLING FORCHARITYYORKSHIRE W R <strong>Masonic</strong> ActivitiesLtd continues its charitable fundraisingand silk ties, silk hankies,polyester ties, polyester hankiesand a polyester bow tie, togetherwith white gloves in all sizes, areavailable at various prices.Also available: cufflinks, key ringsand pens – see the Provincialwebsite or contact Jim Steel on01422 2<strong>43</strong>096 or email atjamessteel1@aol.com.The extensive merchandise rangewill also be available at themeeting <strong>of</strong> Provincial GrandChapter at QEGS, Wakefield onSaturday, 5 November 2011.FLOORING TO COVER ALLYOUR REQUIREMENTSCARPET • LINO • SQUARES • LAMINATE • RUGS • WOOD• VERY SPECIAL DEALS• PERSONAL SERVICE• GUARANTEED WORKMANSHIP• CUSTOM & BESPOKE WORK• DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL• MODERN & TRADITIONALLARGE BED & SOFA BED DEPARTMENTDIVANS • METAL & PINE BEDSTEADS • MATTRESSESA FAMILY FIRM TRADING FOR OVER 40 YEARSWINDER CARPETS LTDNORMAN LANE, FIVE LANE ENDS, BRADFORD BD2 2JUTel: 01274 641366 Fax: 01274 642000website: windercarpetsandbeds.co.ukOPENMON - SAT 9am - 5pmSUN - 11am - 4pmBank Holiday Monday -11am - 4pmFree parking at the door41


CHANGING OF THE GUARD!THE Changing <strong>of</strong> the Guard is a time honoured affair - a militaryceremony that reminds us <strong>of</strong> the unending circle <strong>of</strong> life, thestandard set for tasks we have ahead <strong>of</strong> us and <strong>of</strong> those guardianswe are to replace that carefully went before us . . .Amphibious Lodge No 258 , eager to mark the changing <strong>of</strong> ITSguard, was pleased when the Master, W Bro John Wainwright,presented retiringAssistant ProvincialGrand Master W BroStewart G Carley with abeautifully framed print<strong>of</strong> the new AmphibiousLodge banner as atoken <strong>of</strong> the Lodge’sgratitude for histireless work in Area 1Saltaire based ‘Koot’<strong>of</strong> the <strong>Province</strong> andfor all the help andBrotherly Love he hasshown the Lodgeover the recent years.Signed by the banner artist himself, Saltaire based ‘Koot’, who isW Bro John Wainwright presents The APGM with a tokennot usually famed for his <strong>Masonic</strong> depictions, rather for quite the opposite, for hisaward winning punk and heavy metal record sleeve design work.The presentation to W Bro Carley was another marker in a long process that hasculminated in one <strong>of</strong> the most beautiful and unique banners in EnglishFreemasonry today.Having hung on the wall inside the <strong>Masonic</strong> Hall in Heckmondwike since 1850,the original, curiously painted Amphibious banner, was recently removed after much consideration for the first time in over150 years and carried, ever so carefully, to the workshop <strong>of</strong>leading Harrogate art restorer David Everingham.Once safely removed from behind its antique frame andglass, David set about the task <strong>of</strong> cleaning what he described asthe most fragile thing he had everThe Master, Wardens, APGM and Prov Chaplain, banner dedicationtouched. After careful cleaning and even more carefulexamination, a Nile crocodile was found on the original banner,unseen by any living Lodge member, it having hidden behind years <strong>of</strong>dirt.Armed with X-rays <strong>of</strong> the old banner, Koot was able to create the NEWLodge banner, based on two Nile crocodiles, carved in <strong>Yorkshire</strong> Stone, abanner that will lead Amphibious Lodge into the future whilstkeeping a foot in the past.The new Lodge bannerAMPHIBIOUS LODGE No. 258 IS PROUD TO SUPPORT THIS PAGE OF THE <strong>WHITE</strong> <strong>ROSE</strong> MASONIC NEWSMeeting on the 3rd Wednesday <strong>of</strong> each month Freemasons Hall, Market Street, Heckmondwike. WF16 0JU42


NEW BANNER FORAN OLD ANDRESPECTED LODGETHE Lodge <strong>of</strong> Harmony No 275, Founded in1789, and re-dedicated as a daylight Lodgeas recently as 2000, has had many largecelebrations over the years – witness its bicentenaryin 1989 - and its specialambience enhances such events.Thursday, 3 February 2011, atGreenhead <strong>Masonic</strong> Hall, was an occasionwhich proved no exception, for the Master,W Bro George Foster, had invited W BroColin Dent, APGM for Area 2, to perform theCeremony <strong>of</strong> Dedication for a replacementbanner.W Bro Dent was supported by W Bro TheRev Canon K J Phillips, Provincial GrandChaplain and W Bro Michael Butterworth,Deputy Provincial Grand Director <strong>of</strong>The Banner in close up, with W Bro Foster andHarmony Grand Officer W Bro John BradleyCeremonies, together with a large number<strong>of</strong> guests, <strong>Province</strong>-wide, together with alarge gathering from the <strong>Province</strong> <strong>of</strong> EastLancashire.The Banner bearer was W Bro GeorgeBastow, with an escort comprising W BrosTrevor Sykes, Gerald Newsome, AnthonyParker, Roy Allonby, Anthony Ward andWilliam Daws. The entrance <strong>of</strong> W Bro Dent,accompanied by W Bro Phillips and 10Grand Officers in Full Dress regalia and theTemple packed tight with Provincial Officers,Masters, Past Masters and Master Masons,provided a magnificent burst <strong>of</strong> colour.W Bro Dent having accepted the gavel,dedicated the Banner to the Lodge <strong>of</strong>Harmony in his usual erudite way, andhanded it to the Master, W Bro Foster.W Bro Kenneth J Phillips, Provincial GrandChaplain, during a delightful and compellingOration, said:“Banners, standards, flags and pennantshave had significance throughout the ages.“We see them in pictures <strong>of</strong> ancient warsand state occasions. Tales <strong>of</strong> gloriousoccasions abound, where the course <strong>of</strong> abattle has been changed by the bravery <strong>of</strong>one or another holding a Standard al<strong>of</strong>t andrallying the warriors to its cause, when theymight otherwise have failed and fled.”We see them in times <strong>of</strong> peace, onceremonial occasions, being paraded withpride before all, bearing for all to see thePicture shows W Bro Philips and W Bro Dent with the banner, accompanied byW Bro Foster and members <strong>of</strong> the Lodge <strong>of</strong> Harmonymarks and designs <strong>of</strong> the folk theyrepresent. And we see them when they arelaid up in Cathedral and Church, moulderingaway almost to cobwebs, and yet still havinga glory <strong>of</strong> their own, silently communing withone another over past glories that each hasseen.“And this, Brethren <strong>of</strong> the Lodge <strong>of</strong>Harmony, is your Banner, which – along withyour Charter is yours alone - and tells <strong>of</strong>what it is that makes your Lodge special,and why you have joined it!” So, it is with a sense both <strong>of</strong> pride and <strong>of</strong>humility that I approach the dedication <strong>of</strong> thisLodge Banner tonight. I approach it withpride because a new Lodge Banner is beingdedicated, as a symbol <strong>of</strong> our <strong>Masonic</strong>Fellowship, and to the glory <strong>of</strong> the GAOTU.“So, may your Lodge Banner be for you,not merely a beautifully worked hanging -which undoubtedly it is - but also a source<strong>of</strong> inspiration to you all, as you go on in yourwork for the good <strong>of</strong> the Society <strong>of</strong> which youare all members.”The Festive Board was an excellentrepast, with W Bro Dent delivering athought-provoking and sometimes amusingspeech, much appreciated by the Brethren.Everyone present had a most enjoyable dayeven to the extent <strong>of</strong> attracting two enquiriesfor membership <strong>of</strong> the Lodge!<strong>43</strong>


KATE’S SPECIAL WORKBRIGHTENS STABILITY!TWO years ago, W Bro Brian Gowland, Master <strong>of</strong> Stability LodgeNo 7374, suggested that as the Lodge’s 55th anniversaryapproached, consideration should be given to replacing orrepairing the Lodge Banner as it was becoming "very tatty."Kate Swindells, a young pr<strong>of</strong>essional seamstress specialisingin period costumes and specialist repairs including TV work andmovie dramas, was introduced to the Lodge and she said thatshe would love to repair the Banner and then addressed theBrethren at a Festive Board, explaining how she would do this!The Banner was duly removed and three months later returnedlooking brand new, all the threads had been hand stitchedexactly as the old one, gold thread had been specially obtainedto match and the final result was as you see alongside.• W Bro John Price, left, Master, is pictured with Kate andthe restored Banner and W Bro Gowland.CHARITY ISN’TALL ABOUT CASH!FOR over three years now the team <strong>of</strong>head baker Judith Batty and able assistantand chief stirrer W Bro Jim Batty, PAPGM,pictured below, have been bakingChristmas cakes to sell for the KirkheatonParish Church Building Fund.This is a major project that needs in theregion <strong>of</strong> £1.9m and as W Bro Jim says, itwill take a lot <strong>of</strong> cake baking to reach!They baked 100 cakes in 2008, 150 in2009 and 250 last year generating £400,£700 and £950 (cake size does matter)respectively, towards the Building Fund.The cakes are sold mainly through thecongregation, family and friends but thebulk <strong>of</strong> the support has been through thegenerosity <strong>of</strong> their many <strong>Masonic</strong> friends.Truswell HaulageJohn Truswell & Sons (Garage) Ltd.Incorporating Walker-TrowbridgeFall Bank Industrial Estate, Dodworth, Barnsley S75 3LSAdmin & Traffic Tel: 01226 289471 Fax: 01226 249402Sheffield Office 0114 244 9568SERVING INDUSTRY WITH ARELIABLEPROFESSIONAL ROAD TRANSPORTSERVICEFOR LOADS OF 500 KILOS UP TO 50 TONNESTRUSWELL HaulageA conservative estimate is that in 2010they used 560 eggs (one batch contained14 double yolked eggs), 420 lb <strong>of</strong>currants, raisins and sultanas, 280 oz <strong>of</strong>ground almonds, 70 lb <strong>of</strong> butter, 70 lb <strong>of</strong>flour, 70 lb <strong>of</strong> sugar plus various essences,all topped <strong>of</strong>f with an immeasurableamount <strong>of</strong> brandy. The only kitchen rule isthat the stirrer cleans out the bowl – whatweight problem?The 2011 Cake-athon is under way withsix 21lb mixes already through theproduction system and in storage (anygood Christmas cake is best matured)and they hope again to continue the yearon-yearrecord increase in the number <strong>of</strong>cakes produced. Also, they now includewheat/gluten free in their repertoire.44


MUCH SADNESS AT THE DEATH OFTWO FORMER PROVINCIAL RULERSBRETHREN across the <strong>Province</strong> have been saddened to learn <strong>of</strong> the deaths <strong>of</strong> tw<strong>of</strong>ormer Assistant Provincial Grand Masters, W Bro Raymond Arthur Elders, PSGD and WBro John Francis Bird, PSGD.W Bro Elders was Initiated into Phoenix Lodge No 904, Rotherham in 1960 and servedas Master in 1973 and again in 1985. He was co-opted onto the Provincial CharityCommittee in 1986, serving for two years.After accepting two Past Ranks within Provincial Grand Lodge he was appointedActing Senior Grand Warden in 1989. Two years later he received Grand Rank as PastAssistant Grand Director <strong>of</strong> Ceremonies and this was followed by his appointment asAssistant Provincial Grand Master for Area 1, responsible for Bradford and DistrictLodges.He was promoted to Past Senior Grand Deacon within Grand Lodge and reappointedAPGM in February 1994, serving the <strong>Province</strong> until his retirement in February 2000.In Royal Arch Masonry, W Bro Elders was Exalted into Wharncliffe Chapter No 1462in 1970, becoming First Principal in 1970.Subsequently, he enjoyed Provincial and Grand Rank and he was also active in otherOrders <strong>of</strong> Freemasonry, notably the Mark and Knights Templar degrees.As a diagnostic engineer, W Bro Elders was associated with the Institute <strong>of</strong> MarineEngineers for 40 years, and also the Society <strong>of</strong> Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Engineers. He was honouredto be made a Freeman <strong>of</strong> the City <strong>of</strong> London.W Bro Elders was noted for services within his local community and held various<strong>of</strong>fices for organisations in the Millhouse Green district and he had also been president<strong>of</strong> Thurlstone Brass Band and an <strong>of</strong>ficial <strong>of</strong> Penistone Conservative Association.W Bro John F Bird - noted Dales figureW BRO JOHN F BIRD was Initiated into Chevin Lodge No 6848 in July 1968 and becameMaster in 1982. He became a Joining Member <strong>of</strong> Vale <strong>of</strong> Nidd Lodge No 4984 in 1986.He was appointed Provincial Grand Registrar in 1990, serving for two years.Grand Rank as Past Assistant Grand Registrar followed in 1993 and in 1994 he wasInstalled Assistant Provincial Grand Master at Harrogate. The following year he wasappointed Senior Grand Deacon within Grand Lodge.When he resigned as APGM in 2001 he was the longest serving Assistant in the<strong>Province</strong>.In the Holy Royal Arch, W Bro Bird was Exalted into Fairfax Chapter No 3255 in 1979and became First Principal in 1993. He attained the Rank <strong>of</strong> PPGSN within ProvincialGrand Chapter.W Bro Bird, LLB, was a well-known figure in the <strong>Yorkshire</strong> Dales, being senior partnerin a firm <strong>of</strong> solicitors with <strong>of</strong>fices in Otley and Pateley Bridge.A member <strong>of</strong> the North Eastern Legal Aid Committee and a past president <strong>of</strong>Harrogate and District Law Society, he had been described as a “Herriot <strong>of</strong> the Law.”An avid supporter <strong>of</strong> the local community, he was a trustee <strong>of</strong> several Dales-basedcharities and was also connected with Otley Rugby Union Club and Pateley BridgeCricket Club, as well as being a qualified tennis coach.FATHER AND SONMAKE IT SPECIALBRO JOHN BETTS was invested as seniorwarden at Loyalty Lodge No 4971Installation – and his son, Steven, wasappointed junior warden.John looks forward to taking the chair <strong>of</strong>his Lodge later this year and, in 2012, hehopes to have the privilege <strong>of</strong> Installing hisson as his successor.Father and son are pictured at theInstallation.HAIGH FARM SHOP LTD.Far Common Road, Mirfield, WF14 0DQDISCLAIMEREvery effort is made to ensure theinformation contained in WhiteRose <strong>Masonic</strong> News is correct, butneither the Editor nor ProvincialGrand Lodge can acceptresponsibility for any error thatmight inadvertently appearProduced & Printed byERNEST CUMMINSCOLOUR AND COMMERCIAL PRINTERS385 Canal Road, Bradford,<strong>West</strong> <strong>Yorkshire</strong> BD2 1AWTel: 01274 582555 Fax: 01274 58266646


A MOMENTOUSOCCASION FOR BROAND CLR PETERHILL AT BRADFORDBRO PETER H HILL, <strong>of</strong> The Lodge <strong>of</strong> theThree Graces No 408 in Haworth, is alsothe Lord Mayor <strong>of</strong> Bradford and he waspleased to welcome HRH the Prince <strong>of</strong>Wales who, last November, visited the cityto promote the woollen industry.A large crowd greeted Prince Charleswho listened to music and stageperformances by local schools inCentenary Square, adjacent to the CityHall. Inside City Hall, he saw a display <strong>of</strong>products by 12 local woollen goodsmanufacturers in the banqueting suitebefore leaving for other engagements inthe City.HRH Prince Charles is pictured beinggreeted by The Lord Mayor <strong>of</strong> Bradford,Clr Peter Hill and the Lady Mayoress, MrsGillian Hill, on Bradford’s CentenarySquareCALLING ALLALUMNI OF THEUNIVERSITY OFHUDDERSFIELDTHE Lodge <strong>of</strong> Connaught & Truth No521, which meets at Greenhead<strong>Masonic</strong> Hall, Huddersfield, hasapplied to become a participatingLodge in the University Scheme.Its application is underconsideration. If you are an alumni <strong>of</strong>the University <strong>of</strong> Huddersfield, theLodge would love to hear from you.“We are keen to set up anassociation that would be open tocurrent students, alumni andmembers <strong>of</strong> staff (present and past),who are in good standing with theirLodges,” says W Bro Craig Johnson.The website www.truth521.org.ukhas further information and explainshow to contact the Lodge.Quality Steel StockholdersCompetitive Prices on Request –Full Delivery or CollectionService Available“SUPPLIERS OFSTRENGTH FOR OVER30 YEARS”Head Office:Low Moor Steel Works, New Works Road,Low Moor, Bradford BD12 0QNTelephone: (01274) 607070 Fax: (01274) 672979Also at:Dent Steel Services (<strong>Yorkshire</strong>) LimitedUnit 17 Airdrie Business Centre,1 Chapel Lane, Airdrie,North Lanarkshire ML6 6GXTelephone: (01236) <strong>43</strong>9511 Fax: (01236) <strong>43</strong>9512suppliers <strong>of</strong>strengthdent steel services(<strong>Yorkshire</strong>) Ltd.E-mail: enquiries@dentsteel.co.ukWeb: www.dentsteel,co,ukApprovalNo. 860362Sawing Service & Shotblasting & Painting facility available in house47


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