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AND OVER ATOTLEY SHOWDavid Robson, of RoyalWharfedale Lodge No1108, reports:NOW in its 211th year, one of theoldest agricultural shows inEngland, this is the annual eventat which Royal Wharfedale Lodge,flies the flag for the Freemasonsof Otley.An eye-catching display of literature and regalia,along with several teddies representing the charitableappeals by Province.Eagerly, we unveil our new banner which proudly displays the Royal WharfedaleLodge name and takes pride of place, along with the grand centrepiece kindly donatedby Bro Backhouse, one of our newer Brethren, and of Patisserie Viennese in Otley.Made from chocolate and icing, depicting the familiar Masonic symbols of thesquare and compasses, this, along with several boxes of handmade chocolate truffles,certainly attracted attention.There are many interested parties, some just browsing our literature; othersquestioning us regarding the background and the traditions associated withFreemasonry; and some taking contact details in case they decide to pursue theirinterest further; all of these are very encouraging signs and, as a bonus, a gentlemanwho had visited the stand last year, returns to ask if he can be considered forFreemasonry.• Much to the delight of many, including local councillors, Royal Wharfedale Lodge willbe represented at the annual Remembrance Day Parade in Otley. The laying of a wreathfrom Freemasons at this service has probably not taken place since before the last war.MILDRED MAKES ITAS A CENTENARIANMRS MILDRED WILSON holds a specialplace in the hearts of Brethren at Lodge ofHalez Fax No 4135, for she is the Lodge’soldest widow and celebrated her 100thbirthday in style in May this year.Her late husband, Bertie, was Master in1959 and the current Master, Howard Seed,and Lodge Almoner Keith Binns, organiseda special tea party for Mildred and herfamily at Southwood Masonic Centre.Mrs Lily Seed provided a wonderful buffetand there was a special flower arrangementand signed birthday card to make Mildred’sbirthday celebrations complete.A delighted Mildred is pictured withHoward Seed and Keith and Joan BinnsINTRODUCING A NEW APPROACHTO LEGAL SERVICESJOHN HOWE & COSOLICITORSCOOPERATIVE CHAMBERS4 MANOR HOUSE STREET, PUDSEY, LEEDS LS28 7BJPhone: 0113 236 3936 Fax: 0113 257 9891INCORPORATING LYONS & DORSEY 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 GUARANTEEDROYAL WHARFEDALE LODGE No. 1108 Meeting on the third Friday of every month except July & August, Masonic Hall,Westbourne House, Westbourne Close Otley LS21 3LG PROUD TO SUPPORT THIS PAGE OF THE WHITE ROSE MASONIC NEWS39