ARARAT

Motor Corps
By JIM KERNS, Scribe
Above: Competition Inspection.
Left, The Don Father explains
to hotel management why
Stanley and his Harley will be
going thru the lobby.
Below, Greg Kennedy and
Stanley Harrington do the obstacle
course.
Our Harley wheels rolled into Oklahoma City for CSSA in September. Ill. Sir
Kevin, Lady Dianna, Chief Aide Tom Burke and Lady Jackie worked hard in
getting us a great hotel and great hospitality room.
Thanks!
Not to mention names, but our President Doc Gay
found out why you don’t ride too close behind a cattle
truck! And to think he is from Oklahoma, one would think
he would have already known that. This “close encounter”
experience has made for some good ribbing and in Doc’s gentle manner muttered something
about paybacks! We are watching our backs.
Ararat Motor Corps brought home a first place trophy for drill competition. Our
wonderful Ladies and the “Don Father” past director Don Hendrickson lined us up
and checked us over for inspection. Our support team is the best! Greg Kennedy and
Stan Harrington smoked through the obstacle course on a 900 pound full dress Harley
to take second place team in obstacle course. When we compete against any and all size
two wheels on obstacle to take second speaks to the skill level of our riders. We enjoyed
the parade in Yukon, Oklahoma and comparing riding stories with one of their finest
Motor Police Officers.
Our team and ladies enjoyed time in Oklahoma City enjoying the great restaurants
and great friendship with all. After some talking, our “Don Father” was able to convince
the hotel manager that is was “ok” to let a Shrine Harley thru the hotel lobby; however
it did not quite fit in the elevator. Now tell us we don’t have fun!
We are lucky enough to have another great month at Worth Harley Davidson
cooking burgers and hot dogs while still making it to parades and Ararat events. Circus
collections at this event have been great and we do appreciate the Worth customers that
contribute to the 75th Annual Ararat Shrine Circus.
The 140th Shrine Edition Harley Davidson Ultra Classics are available to order
from the great guys at Worth Harley. Go talk to them and join us on the drill and parade
field! We also welcome those wishing to become social members and join our fun.
Lafayette County Shrine Club
By Ron Elling, Scribe
The Lafayette County Shrine Club met September 9th at The Red Shanty in Higginsville.
There were 16 Lafayette County Shriners and Ladies present for the
meal. President Delmar Dothage welcomed Ambassador Curt Karnes and his
Lady, Susan; and Liaison Officer Clarence Kirby and his
Lady, Joanie.
President Dothage presided at the meeting. W.N.
Gray, Jr. read the minutes from the last meeting. The
October bus trip to the Shriners Hospital in St. Louis has
been cancelled due to other commitments. The Lafayette
County Shrine Club has been asked to help with the Hospitality
Room at the Circus. More details will be obtained
and discussed at the next meeting. President Dothage also
discussed the Distressed Nobles Fund being depleted. It
was voted to donate $250 to the fund. All Lafayette County
Shrine Club members were encouraged to purchase the
Circus tickets for use by children. Ambassador Karnes discussed
upcoming events which included various parades,
CSSA, the Potentate’s Golf Tournament, an upcoming
Ceremonial to be held October 16 and the Circus to be
held in November. He also shared that there have been
four Telemedicine patients with five more scheduled, plus
many children being sent to the various Shriners Hospitals.
Liaison Officer Kirby announced the Masonic Home
presentation will be made at the October Divan meeting.
He also discussed membership being down and plans are in the works to help with this
situation. Linda and Tim Rechterman and Bernie Miller were thanked for helping with
the Luau at Ararat Temple. He also shared information about the business advertisements
on-line being available.
The October meeting will be a joint meeting with the Knights of Columbus. More
details to be announced later.
Worth Harley-Davidson
I29 & Tiffany Springs
You’re Worth it!
9400 NW Prairie View Rd.
Kansas City Mo. 64153
816-420-9000 www.worthharley-davidson.com
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