Murat Shrine Circus

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA MARCH 2013 

Murat Shrine Circus 

April 11-14 ~ Indiana State Fairgrounds 

(Photo by imperial Photographer Bob Wilson)

2013 Murat Divan 

William B. Rasner 

Chief Rabban 

rabban@muratshrine.org 

James N. Priest 

Illustrious Potentate 

potentate@muratshrine.org 

Timothy J. Murphy 

Assistant Rabban 

arabban@muratshrine.org 

Carl E. Culmann 

High Priest & Prophet 

hpp@muratshrine.org 

Arthur B. Borton 

Oriental Guide 

oguide@muratshrine.org 

William L. McKinney 

Treasurer 

treas@muratshrine.org 

Larry D. Jefferson, P.P. 

Recorder 

rec@muratshrine.org 

Vol. 129 No. 3 

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2 THE MURAT MAGAZINE

Past Potentates 

Charles L. Crabtree 2012 

Kevin D. Rhodes 2011 

Craig T. Hinshaw 2010 

* George E. Proctor 2009 

Ronald M. Elliott 2008 

* Jerry Markovich 2007 

William Wimmenauer, Jr. 2006 

Jeffery P. Zaring 2005 

Barry R. Cook 2004 

Edgar R. McGonigal 2003 

John. A. Friend, Sr. 2002 

John. A. Cinotto 2001 

Gary W. Lewis 2000 

Michael R. St. Pierre 1999 

* Charles W. Griffith 1998 

* Robert E. Hancock 1997 

Alex L. Rogers 1996 

Joey L. Scott 1995 

* Herbert E. Smith, Ed.D. 1994 

Larry D. Jefferson 1993 

Philip C. Thrasher 1992 

Roger R. Mosser 1991 

* Glenn H. Speckman, M.D. 1990 

* Robert L. Anderson 1989 

William S. Spyr 1988 

* John R. Nichols 1987 

* Wilfred K. Walther 1986 

* Wesley G. Kidwell 1985 

* Ivan C. Frakes 1984 

* Francis E. Preston 1983 

* Ward L. Duncan 1982 

Robert W. Wilds 1981 

* Harry J. Harman 1980 

* Robert H. Stone 1979 

* Robert P. Dellen 1978 

* Edward M. Evans 1977 

* Lee B. Townley 1976 

* Joe E. Woodfill 1975 

R. Donald Edwards 1974 

* Richard Alexander 1973 

* John R. Barney 1972 

* William Coons, Jr. 1971 

* C. Kyle Hughes 1970 

* Richard Hunt 1969 

* Howard D. Foley 1968 

* C. William Lantz 1967 

* F.E. Thomburgh 1966 

* Charles H. Ellis 1965 

* Alex M. Clark 1964 

* Evert A. Johnson 1963 

* Clarence T. Drayer 1962 

* Floyd Gatewood 1961 

* Robert H. Brown 1960 

* George L. Stalker 1959 

* Ben Roberts 1958 

* J. Worth Baker 1957 

* Edwin K. Steers 1956 

* Cecil M. Byrne 1955 

* A.J. Sieloff 1954 

* Harry Geisel 1953 

* Paul E. Rathert 1952 

* Glen A. Campbell 1951 

* A. Marshall Springer 1950 

* Max A. Blackburn 1949 

* Calvin A. Richey 1948 

* Wm. Bodenhamer, D.O. 1947 

* William A. Hoefgen 1946 

* Ray J. Sever 1945 

* Ike Riley 1944 

* F.L. Tompkins 1943 

* Clyde E. Titus 1942 

* Dewey E. Myers 1941 

* Fred B. McNeely 1940 

* Lloyd D. Claycombe 1939 

* Granville A. Richey 1938 

* Edwin E. Temperley 1937 

* C.E. Cox, M.D. 1935-36 

* Herschel M. Tebay 1934 

* Edgar Hart 1933 

* Edward B. Raub 1932 

* Leslie D. Clancy 1931 

* Frank G. Laird 1930 

* Arthur R. Robinson 1929 

* William H. Bockstahler 1928 

* Arthur B. Wagner 1927 

* George M. Spiegel 1926 

* Charles J. Orbison 1924-25 

* Louis G. Buddenbaum 1923 

* John E. Milnor 1922 

* Edward J. Schoonover 1921 

* Elmer F. Gay 1920 

* Leon T. Leach 1918-19 

* Henry W. Klaussman 1917 

* Paul H. Krauss 1916 

* Charles Mayer 1914-15 

* Denton F. Billingsley 1913 

* Elias J. Jacoby 1907-12 

* Horace E. Smith 1906 

* A.W.W. Thomson 1903-05 

* Chalmers Brown 1898-02 

* John T. Brush 1884-97 

* (Deceased) 

Tammy and I would like to 

thank all of you who attended 

the Potentate’s Ball. It was a 

wonderful evening and thanks 

to all of you, we will have great 

memories. Thanks to all of the 

Clubs and Units for turning out 

for the 2013 Leadership Seminar; 

the four-year decline in 

attendance has been reversed! 

We had 104 attend this year 

and 65 percent of our Clubs 

and Units were represented. 

This is the largest attendance 

since 2009, so we all get a big pat on the back 

for having the insight that Our Future Is Now. 

If your Club or Unit was unable to attend, we 

have CDs available. Also remember that your 

Divan rep is a great resource if you need assistance 

with protocol or procedures. 

As our Shrine Circus is quickly approaching 

(April 11–14), we need your support this year. 

Due to the new location, we will be in need 

of extra ushers and staffing. If you have time, 

please contact the Fraternal Office to volunteer. 

Tammy and I wish to invite you to join 

Team Murat at the Race for the Cure April 20; 

please check out the sign-up and details in this 

magazine. The Divan is looking forward to our 

visit to Madison County Shrine Club on March 

30 for the Madison County Potentate’s Ball. It 

has always been a great evening; if you would 

like to attend, please contact their Shrine 

Club. I hope you plan on attending our first 

annual Murat Brown County Summer Festival 

June 7–9. We have a lot of activities planned 

along with a Shrine Parade on Saturday, June 8. 

Rooms are limited so please check out the ad 

in this magazine. 

For all of you golfers, I hope to see you at all 

POTENTATE message 

Our Future Is Now 

Focus and Simplify 

of the Club and Unit outings this 

year. Team Divan will be participating 

and since we have not gotten 

any better, it appears we will be 

cheating more than ever. Along 

with that, the Potentate’s Golf Outing 

is set for September 9 at the 

Maple Creek Golf Course, so please 

mark your calendars. 

On May 24, we will be honored 

to have our Imperial Potentate 

Al Madsen in town for the race 

weekend. If you would like to meet 

the Imperial Sir, he will be at the 

temple on Friday evening enjoying the Oasis 

Lounge. We are also going to have a comedy 

show that evening in the Arabian Room. Comedian 

Noble Randy Riggle will be performing 

the Nostalgia Show. The show plays very 

well to a middle-aged to older audience as it is 

about the 1940s, ’50s, and ’60s. Details on the 

show will be in the April magazine. Please take 

some time and visit our Murat Shrine Web site 

at http://www.muratshrine.org/. You can get 

information on the calendar, circus, petitions, 

hospital, Shriners Village, and you can also 

review the history of Murat. 

Thanks to the Murat Patrol for the free party 

they had for the nobility last month. This is 

exactly what we need to do to get our nobles 

involved and have a great time along the way. 

In closing, God Bless our Shriners Hospitals 

Staff. 

Yours in the Faith, 


Illustrious Potentate 2013 

MARCH 2013 3

2013 hospital POTENTATE news 

“We Feared the Worst and 

Found the Best” 

Gordon J Husk, Former Chairman, Board of Governors, Shriners Hospital ® –Chicago 

Don and LaDonna Crenshaw 

were living a happy life. Their 

daughter, Karen, was 2 years 

old and the family was about to expand. 

They were elated to learn twin boys 

were on the way. Since twins occur 

about 33 times out of 1,000 births, twins 

are special. However, the birth of twins 

can present special problems. 

The Crenshaw twins were dizygotic, 

meaning there were two placentas. This 

was not known early in the pregnancy. 

One baby, eventually named Noah, was 

in a placenta which developed a slow 

leak of the amniotic fluid surrounding 

and protecting the baby. LaDonna was 

placed in a hospital for a week of monitoring. 

Steroid injections were administered 

to help the babies’ lungs develop. 

After a couple of days, it was discovered 

the other baby, later named Nicholas, had 

moved to a position below Noah and 

had stopped the leak. Doctors said they 

had never seen this happen. Although 

LaDonna had displayed no symptoms, a 

blood test showed she had serious toxemia. 

An emergency Caesarian section 

was necessary to avoid the risk of losing 

all three lives. Had LaDonna not been in 

the hospital, the outcome could have been disastrous. 

The boys were delivered February 22, 1999, at only 28 

weeks gestation. Of the babies born that early, about 90 

percent survive. Nick weighed 2 pounds, 5 ounces and 

Noah was 1 pound, 15 ounces. Noah was very small, but 

quite healthy. He responded well to the usual treatment. The 

heads of both babies were X-rayed and no problems were 

evident in Noah’s X-ray. The results for Nick indicated a grade 

four hemorrhage (the most severe). He was diagnosed with 

cerebral palsy. The parents asked for a prognosis, and the 

doctors said, “We don’t know. Some children displaying this 

severity cannot walk or talk and have learning disabilities.” 

LaDonna was not allowed to see the babies for three 

weeks due to the high blood pressure that required bed rest. 

She says, “They were so tiny. Don’s wedding ring went all the 

way to their shoulder. They had to stay in 

the hospital until their original due date 

or until they could thrive on their own. I 

made daily trips as soon as I was allowed 

to go in. I would stay until about 2 p.m., 

then Don and Karen would go in and 

stay until closing time. We did this every 

day for two months. Nick came home 

on April 24, 1999, and weighed a little 

more than 4 pounds. Noah had to stay 

a couple of extra days because he had 

hernia surgery.” 

The parents were sick with worry 

and sought help in two local hospitals. 

Beginning when he was an infant, Nick 

received three weekly sessions of physical 

therapy. He was the youngest patient 

to receive Botox injections for the spasticity 

in the legs. Those treatments were 

administered every three to six months, and he received 

three or four injections in four to six sites. Nick swallowed a 

liquid medication to help relieve the pain of injections. Nick 

called it his giggle juice. When he was 4 or 5 years old, Nick 

decided he would receive the injections without the giggle 

juice. He has great strength and determination, and never 

complains about medical procedures. Eventually, Botox was 

discontinued because it seemed to have lost its effectiveness, 

and insurance would not cover the staggering cost. 

LaDonna told us, “When Nick was in first grade, he had 

his first tendon lengthening and had his ankles turned in and 

held in place with plates with screws. The doctor said after 

the pain wore off, he could do anything he wanted. Wearing 

legs casts, he went outside to swing. He came back in after 

a while and said his legs hurt. I asked what he had done and 


he said he had jumped out of the swing. 

I told him he shouldn’t have done that 

and he said, ‘The doctor told me I could 

do anything I wanted.’ ” 

Nick saw a doctor at a second hospital 

for checkups. The doctor told Nick’s 

parents she had been a doctor in Minnesota 

and had referred several patients 

to a Shriners Hospital. She asked if the 

family would be interested in seeking 

care at the Shriners Hospital in Chicago. 

Nick has been a patient at our Chicago 

hospital for five years. 

LaDonna says, “Four years ago, Nick 

had more tendon lengthening. After 

bones were cut, the hip was rotated 

to the proper location and secured by 

screws. In the near future, the screws 

will be removed and the gastrocnemius 

muscle will be lengthened. We have been 

told they used to call these procedures 

birthday surgeries. As kids grow, their 

muscles tighten, and tendons are lengthened 

so they don’t walk on their toes. 

After he had surgery at Shriners, they 

used a robot that showed him how his 

gait (walk) should be. This was so amazing, 

and Nick got a big kick out of it.” The 

robot LaDonna mentioned is a Lokomat, 

a computer-operated treadmill that 

suspends a child’s weight in a harness. 

A computer program helps the child 

experience walking in a suspended state, 

giving him the sensation of proper walking. 

Our Chicago hospital acquired one 

of the first pediatric Lokomat devices in the United States 

through the generosity of a donor and the diligent efforts of 

our director of development, Robert Cotner. 

LaDonna continues, “All members of the Shriners Hospital 

staff are great. When Nick was there for a few days, there 

was always something going on that he could participate 

in. He enjoyed the magic show and cooking jambalaya. All 

of the van drivers have been wonderful. They include Nick 

in their conversations and that makes him feel important. I 

would say Don Schildgen is probably his 

favorite if I had to pick one, because Don 

loves hot and spicy food and so does 

Nick—the hotter the better. His cerebral 

palsy has not affected anything but his 

balance while walking. He tests above 

average on his I-Step and NWEA tests in 

school. His true love would be to play 

as a quarterback in the NFL. His favorite 

quarterback is Tom Brady of the New 

England Patriots.” 

Nick’s most recent appointment 

happened to be the day of Board of 

Governors meetings, and we had a brief 

talk. Nick is a delight. He is intelligent 

and humorous. He and his father gave 

some details about his Shriners Hospital 

experiences. Don said, “We expected the 

worst when the boys were born and 

we were told about Nick’s problems. We 

have found the best at Shriners Hospital. 

They give wonderful care and they are 

not at all like other hospitals. When other 

hospitals feel the need to make more 

money, they seem to find new charges 

to tack on. We were told by one hospital 

there was a fee for the discharge room, 

when Nick had already been discharged 

and he was taken to the discharge room 

as a formality. We received a big bill for 

passing through that room. We love Shriners 

Hospitals. They are the best, and we 

could never thank you enough for everything 

you have done for Nick. Our boys 

are healthy, and our life is great again.” 

Shriners Hospitals for Children® is a pediatric healthcare system 

of 22 hospitals dedicated to improving the lives of children by providing 

specialty care, innovative research and outstanding teaching 

programs. Children up to age 18 with orthopaedic conditions, 

burns, spinal cord injuries, and cleft lip and palate are eligible 

for care and receive all services in a family-centered environment, 

regardless of the patients’ or families’ ability to pay. Shriners Hospitals 

for Children® relies on the generosity of donors to deliver 

this mission every day. 

MARCH FEBRUARY 2013 2013 5

FEATURES 

MAGAZINE 

Volume 12. No. 3 

March 2013 

Director of Communications 

Michael A. Moxley 

Managing Editor 

Clifford C. Lewis 

Managing Editor Emeritus 

Harold Summers 

Golf Editor 

Randall West 

Feature Writers 

Gordon J Husk 

Dennis A. Scott 

Jerry B. Collins 

Paul Page 


Artist 

John Essex II 

Advertising Manager 


Proofreading 

Catherine Sayre 

Gordon Husk 

Photographers 

Bob Wilson 

Mark McDaniel 

Dennis Wood 

Joe Krebsbach 

Dave McKinney 

Correspondents Emeritus 

Elmer H. Habicht 

Leonard E. Hull 

Divan 

James N. Priest, Potentate 

William B. Rasner Chief Rabban 

Timothy J. Murphy, Assistant Rabban 

Carl E. Culmann, High Priest and Prophet 

Arthur B. Borton, Oriental Guide 

William L. McKinney, Treasurer 

Larry D. Jefferson, P.P., Recorder 

Charles B. Shull, Captain of the Guard 

Scott A. Schuster, Outer Guard 

Board of Directors 

Alanson T. (Bud) Abel (2014) 

Arthur B. Borton 

George N. Clark (2015) 

Charles L. Crabtree, P.P. (2015) 

Larry D. Jefferson, P.P. 

William L. McKinney 

Earl W. Moore (2013) 

Timothy J. Murphy 

William B. Rasner 


Carl E. Culmann 

Phillip C. Thrasher, PP (2014) 

Robert L. (Bob) Wilson (2013) 

Directory 

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The Fraternal Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 

4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Of course, 

at stated meetings and special events, the 

office hours will be adjusted accordingly 

to accommodate the nobility. 

Sportsman Raffle 7 

Brown County 

Summer Festival 11 

2013 Murat Shrine 

21 

Circus 

Race for the Cure 

Team Murat 24 

Murat Shrine 

Survey 31 

139th Imperial 

Session 33 

DEPARTMENTS 

2013 Divan............................................................................. 2 

Potentate’s Message............................................................... 3 

Hospital News........................................................................ 4 

Contribution List.................................................................. 22 

Membership......................................................................... 28 

Contribution Photos............................................................ 30 

Coming Events..................................................................... 35 


MARCH 2013 7

2013 Murat Shirts 

This design is new for 2013. Available in either men’s or ladies’ 

sizes, the shirts and sweatshirts are $35 each and include either the 

Shrine (crescent and scimitar) logo or the 2013 Potentate’s logo. 

Orders may be placed by contacting the Fraternal Office. 


Dramatic Cast 

PAST: One of our own, a unique 

individual, was given the distinct 

honor of “Shriner of the Year” by Past 

Potentate Charlie Crabtree. He is the 

one and only—Terry Sanders, codirector 

of the Murat Cast. Congratulations, 

Terry. 

The Cast celebrated its annual 

Brass Hat Party on Wednesday evening, 

February 13, 2013, with the honoree 

being the aforementioned Illustrious 

Sir James N. Priest. All attendees 

enjoyed a great time, a great meal, and 

great fellowship … a typical evening 

where the Cast is concerned. 

FUTURE: We will be having our annual 

Sweethearts Dinner/Meeting on 

Wednesday, March 13, at Iaria’s Italian 

Restaurant in downtown Indianapolis 

where members will honor their 

significant others with attention, 

flowers, and a sumptuous meal. Stay 

tuned for further details as they occur 

for this and other upcoming events. 

Ladies’ Card Party 

HONORING FIRST LADY TAMMY PRIEST 

Wednesday, April 10, 2013 

Murat Tunisian Room 

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. 

$15 includes Lunch & Dessert 

To purchase tickets please contact: 

Melanie Close: (317) 966-3628 

Karen Waldrip: (317) 856-1629 

Or as always, the Fraternal Office 

David Pencak 

The Cast will again participate 

in this year’s Shrine Circus. The cast 

of characters will be very much the 

same as they man the doors. One 

major change is the venue. Instead of 

the Fairgrounds Pepsi Coliseum, this 

year the circus will take place in the 

Champions Pavilion. So, if you go to 

the usual place and notice a lack of 

attendance, you now know why— 

you traveled too far west. 

Performances of the Shrine Circus 

will occur as follows: Thursday, April 

11 (10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. – Opening 

Night); Friday, April 12 (10 a.m. 

and 7 p.m. – Police and Fire Night); 

Saturday, April 13 (10 a.m., 2 p.m., and 

7 p.m.); Sunday, April 14 (11:30 a.m. 

and 3:30 p.m.). Last year, about 7,000 

children came through the doors 

of the Pepsi Coliseum. This year, we 

expect more. We would appreciate 

your attendance and participation. 

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MARCH 2013 9

Inaugural Sportsman 

Raffle is Here!!! 

Bill Rasner, Sportsman Raffle Chairman 

Don’t miss out on your chance to WIN more than 60 

times! Join us May 4 at Murat Shrine for our first annual 

Sportsman Raffle. We will be raffling off more than 60 

pistols, rifles, shotguns and thousands of dollars in cash 

prizes—all for the low price of $20 per ticket. You cannot 

afford to miss out on this incredible opportunity! 

This raffle will soon become the premier raffle event 

for sportsmen and nobles throughout Indiana. Each person 

who purchases a ticket will receive lunch, draft beer 

(ID required) and sodas, as well as the opportunity to win 

cash and prizes. This raffle is similar to our Cash Calendar 

Raffle: by selling a book of 10 tickets, you receive a FREE 

salesman’s ticket for additional chances to win cash and 

prizes. Remember, you can sell tickets to ANYONE over 

18 years of age—family, friends, neighbors, co-workers & 

business associates. Winners are not required to attend; 

they will be notified and receive their certificate to redeem 

their prize by mail. Tickets are available by contacting 

the Fraternal Office at (317) 635-2433. 

The success of this event relies on volunteers, from 

working the registration table, setting up table and chairs, 

computer/IT, preparing and serving food and beverages, 

and cleanup after the event. Please contact the Fraternal 

Office if you would like to assist. 

Remember, you can’t win if you don’t have a ticket! 

Veteran Car Club 

Christopher K. Bottorff 

Greetings Nobles, 

The Veteran Car Club is a family orientated group who 

forward the ideals and goals of the Murat Shrine. Our ladies 

are invited to our meetings. Ladies, children and guests are 

welcome on road trips. 

We will be going on 

at least one car tour each 

month of this year. Some 

of the trips last only one 

day, and we also plan 

overnight trips and do 

activities such as parades, 

picnics, plays and other 

social events. Ownership of an old car is not necessary to 

join our group or attend any of our functions. You would 

be welcome to ride with any member who has room or 

you can drive a newer car on trips. 

You are always welcome to visit us at our meetings, 

which are held the second Monday night of the month at 

7 p.m. at the Murat Shrine. We meet in the Oasis Lounge 

prior to the meeting for dinner and small talk. Visit our 

ladies and us and decide if this is the group you would like 

to be a part of. Es Selamu Aleikum. 


Firemen’s Club 

Harry A. Morris 

Greetings Nobles! 

On January 16, 2013, 

we lost a member of our 

Firemen’s Club, William 

Gray Earle. Bill was 

awarded the Meritorious 

Service Award Valley of 

Indianapolis Scottish Rite. 

He was retired from the 

Indianapolis Fire Department 

as chief of the 

Arson Division. He was a very devoted member of the fraternity 

and will be greatly missed. Our hearts and prayers 

go out to his family. 

It was good to see everyone having fun dining and dancing 

at the Potentate’s Ball. The Firemen’s Club was well represented. 

This is always a great night to enjoy time together 

with our ladies and nobles. 

We hope everyone had a relaxing time at the Florida 

visitation. The Indiana weather has not been that bad and 

spring is just around the corner. The circus is next month 

and we hope you have bought your tickets. 

Take care, nobles. 

Flying Fezzes 

Patrick DeCallier 

The first item on the agenda at our meeting was 

comments from members on how well the Lutherwood 

Orphanage “Christmas for the Kids” went. The 

participants were very pleased. In addition, William 

Lambing, our secretary, read a very nice letter from the 

director of the orphanage, praising the Flying Fezzes for 

how the event was handled. 

There was some discussion about parade events and 

Dave Beaman, our parade marshal, discussed organizing 

six parade events for the year. The members agreed and 

plans will be finalized shortly. 

After that, the treasurer’s report was read and the 

meeting was closed. 

BROWN COUNTY 

SUMMER FESTIVAL 

June 7-9, 2013 

Nashville, Indiana 

$99 package includes 2 pool 

party tickets, 2 Hoosier hog 

roast tickets, 2 hospitality 

room wristbands and 1 

parade registration fee. 

For more information 

contact the Fraternal Office. 

MARCH 2013 11

Johnson County 

Shrine Club 

Duane Burgess 

Hello Johnson County and Fellow 

Nobles! 

As 2013 gets started, the Johnson 

County Shrine Club is offering several 

great events throughout the year. 

So mark the following dates on your 

calendars: 

February 24 – Daytona 500 Party Pitch- 

In 

March 24 – Casino Trip to the Horseshoe 

April 27 – Fish Fry at the Club 

May 26 – Indianapolis 500 Race Party 

Pitch-In 

September 12 – Hickory Stick Golf 

Outing for the Club 

October 5 – Fall Festival and Fish Fry 

October 26 – Halloween Party 

November 9 – Reverse Raffle 

December 7 – Christmas Party 

There are many different family 

events we have throughout the year. 

Everyone is welcome. Please do not 

forget our normal Friday Night dinners. 

In April, we will start our Prime 

Rib Nights back up. We have prime rib 

every first Friday night of the month. 

It’s the best in town! 

Please do not forget that when you 

visit the Johnson County Shrine Club, 

there is a good chance you will be 

hosted by Barry Cook (Past Potentate) 

and his sidekick, Ronald Bailey. They are 

always there at the Club to put a smile 

on your face and to make you laugh. 

On a serious note, we are still searching 

for our 2013 president, Donald 

“The Duck” Borski! He is still missing in 

action. We would issue a “Silver Alert” although 

he is bald! Nope, “The Duck” is 

still in Alabama soaking up the sun! He 

returns in April so be sure to come on 

down to Johnson County to welcome 

him back! 

Chanters 

Phil Thrasher 

Congratulations to the new officers of the Murat Chanters for 2013: Ed Adams, 

President; Doug Fegenbush, First Vice President; Rush Daughette, Second 

Vice President; Tim Jennings, Assistant Secretary-Treasurer; Gary Cleveland, 

Treasurer; and Dick Abdon, Secretary. Thanks, also, to Mark Stansbury for his 

leadership as our president in 2012, including the trip to Imperial in Charlotte 

and many more activities. 

This year promises to be special for the Chanters as we are hosting the 

Shrine Chanters Association International singing competition at Murat temple 

at 2 p.m. on July 2 followed by the first ever Chanter Cabaret at 6 p.m., featuring 

various entertaining acts from the Murat Chanters and from Chanter Units 

all over the country. This is open to the public if you are interested in having 

a good time while enjoying the great food and surroundings of your Murat 

Shrine Club in Indianapolis. No tickets are required. 

Also, during the Imperial Council Session, June 30 – July 4, 2013, the Chanters 

will be the featured act for the Imperial Sir’s Pageant, Wednesday, July 3, at 

the Convention Center. This is also open to the public. The Chanter Quartet 

will be singing the national anthem at the public opening on Sunday afternoon, 

and it is likely that the full chorus of Chanters will also be performing at 

the Imperial Church Service at Roberts Park on June 30 at 1 p.m. 

To accommodate these requests, we are adding some new songs and lengthening 

our rehearsals to two hours, commencing at 7 p.m. most Mondays in the 

Corinthian Room. If you would like to be a part of the Imperial Council Session 

and can carry a tune, this is your opportunity to join one of the oldest and 

most prestigious Units in Murat. Just come down next Monday or call or e-mail 

me for our schedule. We look forward to adding your voice to ours. 

Prior to performing for the Imperial Council, the Chanters will be involved 

in many other activities, including performing at Methodist Hospital for a 

church service, the Murat Memorial Service for our recently departed nobles, 

and various other venues. For instance, the Quartet recently performed for the 

USO volunteers at Camp Atterbury, and the Chanters are anxious to continue 

that relationship with the USO to provide some entertainment for our active 

duty, Reserves, and National Guard troops. Any contacts you might have would 

be appreciated. 

As many of you know, we are concentrating on being the best entertainers 

we can be. If you saw our 2012 Men’s Show, you know what we mean. Our 

entertainment side will be on full display at the Chanter Cabaret on July 2, and 

we would appreciate the opportunity to show that side to your group or to 

the general public at every opportunity. Good venues for us include Masonic/ 

York Rite/Shrine-related groups, church social groups, assisted living facilities, 

celebration banquets, and parties. 

As with any fraternal organization, we have a constant need for new members 

to fill the shoes of our veteran members. Our door is always open to you 

or someone you know. Between the social events and the entertaining, you 

will find the Chanters a rewarding experience. If you, or someone you would 

recommend, are interested, please call Phil Thrasher at 407-3650 for information 

or just drop in and get acquainted. You will be glad you did. 


Daughters of the Nile 

Ruth Ann Kelly 

The best stadiums of 2012, as 

listed in the magazine Stadium 

Journey, honored Lucas Oil Stadium 

as number one for the second consecutive 

year. After considering 1,225 

stadiums around the world, the home 

of the Indianapolis Colts was selected 

the “best” in all sports. What is it that 

makes our stadium so special? To be 

tops on this list we have it all: great 

fans, game day atmosphere, food and 

drink selection inside the stadium, 

set in an interesting and vibrant 

neighborhood with a good return on 

investment. Yes, we have the greatest 

fans who are friendly and welcome 

all visitors from other NFL teams. Lucas 

Oil is the smallest capacity arena 

with 62,421 comfortable seats that 

have plenty of leg room, a retractable 

roof with a view of our city, and an 

exterior of brick and Indiana-mined 

limestone. We are the greatest!! 

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Queen Cindy Keeler would like 

to thank her officers, members of 

Koran Temple and their husbands for 

all the help they have given her this 

past year. Her year was successful and 

enjoyed by everyone attending the 

various events on her schedule for 

2012–13. To my daughter Tiffany, this 

year would not have been possible 

without your help and suggestions. 

Thank you for being there for me at 

all times. Finally, you made my year so 

happy by presenting me with my first 

and only grandson. 

Queen Cindy, we are sure your 

mother, Past Queen Helen Brace, was 

looking down upon you from above 

this year. We know her thoughts to 

you were: “Cindy, congratulations on 

your year as Queen. You made me 

proud and I love you with my whole 

heart.” 

March 6 will be our Stated Session 

at 7 p.m. in the Corinthian Room. 

Election of officers and some reports 

will be given. Try to attend this meeting 

and enjoy the fellowship with 

everyone. 

Our last sewing will be on Wednesday, 

March 20, from 10 a.m. until 12 

p.m. Queen Cindy will be our hostess 

for this last event. Come and enjoy 

this event in March. 

Princess Royal and Queen-elect 

Doris Daniels will have her installation 

on Sunday, March 17, in the Arabian 

Room at 2 p.m. with a reception 

immediately following. Everyone is 

invited to attend. A practice is scheduled 

for Thursday evening, March 14, 

at 7 p.m. 

Final thought: For proof that peanuts 

are fattening, just take a look at 

the elephants at the zoo. 

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317-547-6701 

MARCH 2013 13

RV Club 

Yacht Club 

Hello Nobles, 

Officers for the Unit have been installed 

and are ready for a great year. 

They are as follows: Dan Ouimette, 

President; Doug Godme, First Vice 

President; Mike Pfeiffer, Second Vice 

President; Chris Robbins, Third Vice 

President; Herb Green, Secretary; and 

Bob Bailey, Treasurer. 

A fun time was had by all at the 

Potentate’s Ball. Some upcoming 

campouts will be our Shakedown 

campout at Timberline campground 

in Anderson as we come out of hibernation.We 

are also looking forward 

to our annual campout in Terre Haute 

hosted by Zorah Shriners. We are having 

a new adventure called a Round 

Robin in which we will be cruising to 

three different cities—St. Louis, MO; 

Memphis, TN; and Nashville, TN— 

from May 31 to June 15. You can do 

the whole cruise or meet us at one of 

the destinations. This promises to be 

a great trip with many attractions. We 

want to invite all who enjoy fellowship 

and camping; whether you have 

a motor home or a tent, come join us 

Don Dawson 

Mates, we could use some volunteers during the Imperial Session in many 

areas. 

We have agreed to assist the International Association of Shrine Yacht Clubs 

with their hospitality suite, and we will need volunteers to assist with the bar. 

We also need volunteers to assist with the pirate ship which will be used to 

haul the officers of the IASYC in the Imperial Parade. This is not a great deal of 

work and if we can enlist the help of 20 or so, it would be much appreciated. 

Please call me at (317) 475-0530 and we will assign you a time you can attend. 

Dues are due and overdue. Please send your dues to our hard-working 

secretary-treasurer, Ted Stewart, as soon as possible as we cannot keep you on 

our rolls without the payment of dues. Dues were increased to $20 per year 

and should be sent to Ted Stewart, 8009 Tanager Ln., Indianapolis, IN 46256. 

Call Ted at (317) 842-9686 if you have any problems. 

If you have not purchased your white uniform shirt, please do so right away. 

July will be here before you know it and because these shirts are tailor-made, 

they cannot be shipped to you overnight. Our Club’s official gear provider, 

Joyce Puterbaugh, can be contacted at (317) 329-0561. All of the shirts, hats, 

sweaters, coats and uniform shirts can be seen on the Yacht Club Web site. 

Simply go to www.muratshrine.org and click on “Clubs and Units.” Then click 

on “Yacht Club.” Examine the merchandise, download the order form, and send 

it to Joyce with your remittance. Don’t look like a common galley slave at the 

Shrine Imperial Convention! Look sharp with your white uniform shirt, white 

shorts, and white tennis shoes and socks. 

Our Club meets on the third Thursday of each month at the Shrine temple 

Oasis. In addition, we have a weekly luncheon each Friday at noon at the Kennington 

American Legion Post at 6440 Westfield Blvd. in Broad Ripple. These 

luncheons are fun affairs and you are welcome to bring any friend you would 

like. We use this as a recruiting tool and if you have a friend who may be interested 

in Freemasonry or the Shrine, please feel free to bring him. 

As most of you are aware, the Black Camel has claimed the Yacht Club’s old 

friend, Sam Thompson. Sam was a member of a great many Masonic organizations, 

but he usually found the time to meet with us at our Friday luncheons. 

He will be greatly missed. Our heartfelt condolences go to his lovely wife, Fran, 

and to his family. 

Until next month, we wish you fair winds and following seas! 

Chris Robbins 

for fun. For more information, please 

give President Dan Ouimette a call at 

(317) 308-0244. 

See you out there. 

Police Club 

Randall West 

March Madness is upon us and 

spring is just around the corner. One 

more winter behind us but remember 

… in like a lion, out like a lamb or 

however that goes. 

Those of you who made the Potentate’s 

Ball—wow, a good time was had 

by all. Illustrious Sir Jim Priest went 

all out for his coming out party. Thank 

you, Sir, we had a great time and our 

Drill Team was honored to escort you 

and yours to the Ball. 

With the coming of spring, we 

have to start thinking Circus, Circus, 

Circus! We need all hands to sell 

circus ads, and we will need plenty 

of assistance to provide safety and 

security for our children at the circus. 

Please plan to volunteer April 11–14. 

The parade season is about to 

begin and Drill Team Commander and 

Police Club President Bill Pike is looking 

for riders. Bill would prefer riders 

who are able to stay upright on their 

Harleys the majority of the parade. 

Should that be an issue, please contact 

Tom Bond and he will loan you 

his Huffy bicycle. Interested? Contact 

Bill Pike at (317) 498-4320 or Grant 

Mumford at (765) 744-1837. 

On a note of sadness, we lost a 

great member and supporter of the 

Police Club earlier this year. He also 

served as Police Club chaplain for 

many a president. Sam Thompson will 

be missed by all; please keep Sam’s 

family in your thoughts. 

Please take the time to read the 

magazine cover to cover. The changes 

made by Mike Moxley and team really 

make the magazine POP. If I don’t see 

you before, I will see you on the first 

Tuesday. 


Johnson County 

Mini-Mystics 

Duane Burgess 

Hello, Fellow Nobles and Ladies! 

Well, the parade season is getting 

closer and we are starting to get 

our “Little Hot Rods” warmed up. 

We have a few people wondering if 

they should join the Johnson County 

Mini-Mystics! I say “yes,” you should 

come on down to a meeting and see 

what we have to offer. We meet every 

fourth Wednesday of the month at 

the Johnson County Shrine Club at 7 

p.m. Come on out and meet some of 

the drivers: President Lee Langlotz, 

Ray Miller, Mike Pearcy, Bob Torrance, 

Randy Bell, Don Borski, and Bob Rash 

the “Golf Cart Man.” These are just a 

few of the drivers who attend the 

monthly meetings on a regular basis. 

We would love to have some new 

faces turn up and give one of the 

“Little Hot Rods” a test drive. 

The Johnson County Mini-Mystics 

compete every year for the “Most 

Paraded Unit,” although it isn’t a walk 

in the park with all of the other Units 

who turn out for several parades 

throughout the year. We might even 

be fortunate enough to get our 102nd 

Potentate, James N. Priest, behind the 

wheel in 2013! 

I will leave everyone with this funny 

joke: When I was a teenager, nobody 

had cell phones yet; everything 

was landline. I have a friend who 

would call to talk about whatever, but 

he would usually ask first, “Where are 

you?” I would reply, “Dude, you called 

my house. I’m probably at home.” 

Thanks and be safe! 

Rolling Hills Shrine Club 

Band 

Raymond G. Hauser, Jr. 

It is March already and the Murat Band has already been “marching” through 

2013. 

Our first performance was for the 

Grand Lodge on Saturday, January 12. 

Thanks to our Murat Brass Ensemble 

who performed for the Founder’s Day 

Program. Gary Sparks, Tim Decker, 

Don Croshaw, Bob Murray, Ray Hauser, 

Sam Hiatt, Tom Price, Jack Brown, Rich 

Blocker, and Mike McLaughlin did an 

outstanding job. 

The entire Murat Band performed 

at Kresge Chapel on January 23. We 

entertained the residents, families and 

friends. Kresge Chapel is part of the Indiana 

Masonic Home in Franklin, IN. We 

also performed at the Indiana Masonic 

Home in the Administration Building on 

Duane Graham 

Greetings Nobles, 

As you read this article, spring is looming and cabin fever is at its highest 

point of the season— hold on, you will make it. 

I hope you have all bought your circus tickets as this is a crucial fundraiser 

for the fraternity and worthy of our support. RHSC has always been a great 

supporter of the circus; please continue the great tradition. 

At the January meeting, RHSC was pleased to welcome several members 

of the Divan with our Illustrious Potentate who proceeded to swear in the officers 

for 2013. We thank them and congratulate the Divan members on being 

our elected leaders for 2013. 

Again, RHSC members, come out and support the Club. 

Richard Blocker and Flat Chuck at 

the Murat Band’s Kresge Chapel 

concert January 23, 2013. 

February 27. Both concerts were well 

received by our audiences. 

This month, we will perform at 

Greenwood Village Retirement Home 

on March 27 with a 6:30 p.m. downbeat. 

We invite you and yours to join us for our concert. Contact me (Ray 

Hauser) at raymondhauser@att.net or (317) 370-2213 and I will forward the 

details. Hope to see you there. 

Our Murat Band President’s Party honoring our Potentate, Jim Priest, is 

scheduled for April 6. Please mark your calendar and we hope you can attend 

for a great time. Please contact our President’s Party chairman and Second 

Vice President Bob Murray at (317) 445-7233 or murrayr@embarqmail.com for 

answers and reservations. 

The Imperial Session is in Indianapolis, July 2013. We need a head count of 

who plans to ride with us on the trailer. Please contact Ray ASAP if you wish 

to ride instead of walk. Let’s have a full trailer. More opportunities for involvement 

will be forthcoming. 

Our Murat Band was organized in 1896 and still continues to grow. We 

rehearse most Wednesday evenings and perform at least once a month. Please 

join us! And the band plays on … 

MARCH 2013 15

Mobil Nobles 

Nobles, it is with a heavy heart I 

must report that Noble Sam Thompson 

passed away on January 19, 2013. 

It is incredible how many lives he 

touched by mentoring men in the 

fraternity and its appendant bodies. 

Sam introduced me to Masonry and 

put me to work at the State Fair food 

booth and the Mobil Nobles spaghetti 

supper before I even took my obligation! 

He meant a great deal to me and 

countless others and will be missed 

by everyone who knew him. Please 

remember to keep his family in your 

prayers. Well, Scott Schuster is now 

officially welcomed and on his way to 

serving in the Divan line, having been 

properly introduced at the Little Pig 

ceremonial, which was well attended. 

A great time was had by the men 

downstairs and the ladies upstairs for 

Ladies Little Pig, and then all parties 

mingled upstairs for a wonderful ending 

to a great evening. 

Now on to the circus planning 

HighRollers 

and all the events that go with that 

great weekend. As promised, here are 

some pictures of our installation from 

January. Thanks to Past Potentate John 

Friend for installing the officers and 

past President Curt Jessup for serving 

Clowns 

Craig Stevenson 

as emcee. It was a special night. 

Remember that the Mobil Nobles 

meet the second Friday night of every 

month with social starting around 6 

p.m. and the meeting at 7:30 p.m. 

We are everywhere. 

Allan Hall 

We are coming into spring and your clown Unit is in full swing, preparing 

for a very busy year. We are practicing weekly for the circus and the props 

have been painted and repaired if needed. Two very capable clowns are in 

charge of the circus this year, Paulie and Doodles. The skits were painstakingly 

chosen and after many hours of deliberation, we finally threw the list in a hat 

and drew out two. Since the circus is in April this year, it gives us more time 

to practice so we may actually get the skits right this time—you all need to 

attend to see. 

We are also gearing up for Great Lakes Shrine Clowns coming to Indy in 

April. The dates are the 18th, 19th and 20th if you want to see your clowns in 

competition. It will be held at the Clarion Hotel located at 2930 Waterfront 

Parkway on the west side of Indy. 

We are going to have our honorary clown degree again this year in June— 

more to come on that later. Then at the end of June, we have the Imperial 

Session and all your clowns and many more will be here. Come out and see us 

in action. 

We have our 1925 Ford running and ready for the 2013 parade season and 

have signed up for some parades, but we can do more. Let me know if you 

would like us to come to one. 

We are always looking for a few good men to be clowns. We meet on the 

second and fourth Wednesdays; come and see what we are about and we will 

buy you a Zem-Zem. My number is (317) 716-0676 if you have any questions. 

Let me leave you with this thought: it takes 17 muscles to smile and 43 to 

frown, so keep smiling. 

Bob Hudson 

What a great year 2012 was for 

Texas Hold’em at Murat. If you missed 

the January Stated Meeting, the 

HighRollers presented Ill. Sir James 

Priest the gross revenues check from 

2012 of more than $31,000 raised for 

Murat temple from Texas Hold’em 

Tournaments. 

We would like to thank all of the 

nobles who assisted the temple in 

the past year. If it were not for those 

dedicated volunteers, we would not 

have been as successful. 

Now is the time to step it up to 

the next level for Texas Hold’em. 

Anyone can come to help, play, or just 

watch. Ninety-five percent of the players 

who attend a Texas Hold’em Tournament 

are non-Shriners. This means 

the money we raise every month is 

coming from the local community. 

Our player database has grown to 

more than 600 players. This means 

our attendance is growing rapidly. 

The last thing we want to see is our 

inability to facilitate the tournament 

in accordance with the State Gaming 

Commission rules and regulations. 

If you or your Unit would like to 

learn how to work at a Texas Hold’em 

Tournament, all you have to do is 

show up. We start preparing for the 

tournament at 4 p.m. We would 

welcome anyone who would like to 

learn registration, the cash room, how 

to deal, security, or run the floor. It’s 

really a lot of fun and not that difficult 

to do. 

Our monthly tournament runs 

the second Saturday of each month. 

Registration begins at 5 p.m. with the 

tournament beginning at 6 p.m. We 

look forward to seeing you there! 


Reception Unit 

Greetings from Murat Reception. 

It’s been a fantastic start for 2013 

and we have been busy serving the 

Murat nobility at the temple. We were 

excited at the turnout for the Leadership 

Seminar—thank you to all the 

members who attended and worked 

that event. 

Wasn’t it an impressive sight with 

all those smiling faces, warm greetings, 

and brown jackets at the January 

Patrol 

and February Stated Meetings? As 

the tylers for the temple, the Murat 

Reception Unit takes pride in assisting 

the nobility into the temple and 

assisting the Potentate and Divan for 

the Stated Meeting. 

It was then time for us to put on 

our formal tux uniform and greet 

Illustrious Sir James Priest, our Murat 

Potentate, and his lady Tammy, along 

with the entire Divan in the Grand 

Kevin J. Scott 

It’s March, which means that we are almost to spring. It also means we have 

already had some fun and fellowship during our February events, and we have 

some great ones to look forward to attending this month. Outside of the Murat 

Shrine, February had Super Bowl XLVII on the 3rd, the start of Mardi Gras on 

the 12th (I love Fat Tuesday), and the start of NASCAR racing season on the 

24th at Daytona, FL, with the Daytona 500. Inside the Murat Shrine, the Florida 

Visitation trip was February 5–9; all who attended that event had a great time 

having fellowship with their fellow Shriners, led by our Potentate and 3-peat 

past president of the Murat Patrol Unit, Jim Priest. We also had a great party 

with the Reverse Raffle Customer Appreciation and Band Night to start off the 

year on February 2. PARTY WITH THE PATROL AND PRAISE A PRIEST! It was 

also to celebrate Groundhog Day and honor the Pride of Patrol, Potentate Jim 

Priest. 

Also in February, many of the Unit members had a great time at the Little 

Pig/Band Night on the 15th and the Murat Shrine Potentate’s Ball on the 23rd. 

In March, we have the Murat Shrine St. Patrick’s Day “Bar Crawl” scheduled for 

the weekend of March 17, organized by the Murat Shrine membership committee, 

with details forthcoming from them via the Murat Shrine office e-mails 

and flyers. And March Madness begins on the 19th through April 8. Speaking of 

April, the Murat Shrine Circus will be April 11–14, and the Patrol Unit members 

will be participating again this year in the Parade of Units and providing 

helping hands for other circus activities. Be on the lookout for further details 

on the Unit related circus events via e-mail and the Unit Stated Meeting. 

Also in April, the next Patrol Reverse Raffle will be on the 20th at the Murat 

Shrine. We started selling tickets for the Reverse Raffle at the February 2 party 

mentioned above. Make sure you get your tickets and have your friends purchase 

them from you so we can have a large turnout for this April event. 

A reminder: the monthly Patrol Stated Meetings are the third Tuesday of 

each month in the Patrol Room in the basement of the Murat Shrine at 7 p.m. 

All members are welcome to come and enjoy fellowship and fun with your 

current friends and meet some new ones. Also, if you know of anyone who 

would like to or should be a Patrol member, bring them to the meetings so 

they can meet us and we can meet them and get them signed up. Dues notices 

were sent out; if you have not already received them in the mail, please contact 

one of Patrol Unit officers. Be sure to pay your dues since we use those 

funds to pay for Patrol events and other necessary Unit expenses to make it 

fun for all. 

Bob Hudson 

Hall for the Potentate’s Ball. It was an 

impressive event and the Reception 

Unit thanks all of those who assisted 

in making this evening very special 

for Murat temple. 

With 2013 moving along at a fast 

pace, it’s time to get ready for the 

Murat Shrine Circus in April. We will 

need everyone’s assistance in ushering 

for our circus. As we all know, this 

year’s circus will be in a new building 

at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. We 

can use all the help anyone is willing 

to give to assist the circus guests in 

having a great and safe time. 

It seems there is no rest for us 

as we then need to prepare for the 

Murat Sportsman Raffle in May. This is 

a new event for Murat and Reception, 

and we are looking forward to again 

greeting and receiving these sportsmen 

into the temple for this great 

fundraiser for Murat. 

Again this year, Murat Reception 

will be having its Mike’s Car Wash 

sale. Please support the Unit by 

purchasing these car wash coupons. 

They make great gifts that can be 

given to anyone … with four wheels, 

that is. 

Last but not least, it’s never too 

early to put time aside in your 

calendar for the upcoming Imperial 

Session here in Indy. Reception 

is honored to have a Unit member, 

past president and Past Potentate of 

Murat as our next Imperial Sir. Again, 

Reception will answer the call to assist 

Murat in hosting what looks like a 

great Imperial Session. 

We thank you for the opportunity 

to serve all of you! 

See all of you at the door! 

MARCH 2013 17

Murat Shriners Business Connection 

Chris Kinsey 

A new year has arrived and we are looking to move our Unit forward along 

with the Murat Shrine. Our officers were installed in January and our president, 

Randy Nail, unveiled his 2013 agenda. Special thanks to Illustrious Sir Jim Priest 

and the rest of the Divan for their attendance. 

Our Unit will return to its networking roots, emphasizing our theme: “Building 

Relationships Through Networking.” We are going to emphasize connections 

and business opportunities within and outside of our Shriner brethren. At 

the heart of our efforts will be a drive to develop new members and reconnect 

with former members of MSBC. (You know who you are!) We are striving to 

move our temple into an upward trend membership wise. Most of us believe 

we can accomplish this by providing positive exposure to Murat Shrine—moving 

our temple (and Shriners) into the community conversation through our 

business contacts and networking. 

We have a series of “Meet and Greets” slated with a special speaker presentation 

from someone noteworthy in Murat and/or the community. This is an 

excellent chance to connect with one another and engage with leaders among 

us. Jeff Zaring, past Indiana Grand Master, was one of our first guests this quarter, 

and it was a delight to have him speak at our February meeting. Special 

thanks to Jeff for speaking to our group, and we appreciate what a great Mason 

he is. 

Other events we have planned are a bus trip to the Chicago Shriners 

Hospital and a family bike ride on June 8 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. 

Member or not, we would love to have you join us! 

In years past, we have awarded numerous $1,000 scholarships to deserving 

recipients who were former patients of Shriners Hospitals. In 2012, we are 

proud to say our group gave out 10 scholarships! Special thanks to past MSBC 

President Don Richards for coordinating this effort. In 2013, so far we have 

three (and possibly more) scholarships to award. We are hoping to award additional 

scholarships and this will depend on our donations and/or fundraising 

activities. 

Our scholarships will now be coordinated through our committee, the 

Scholarship Award Program (SAP). This MSBC committee will be coordinating 

all activities related to the SAP. We moved our scholarship business into committee 

to reserve our meetings for business networking. This committee will 

report to the Unit at our Stated Meetings. 

Our dues have been reduced to $30/year (no mandatory auction/dinner 

tickets). Our members have an option of advertising in a reserved section of 

Murat Magazine for $15/month; non-members may also advertise for $20/ 

month. Meetings will be reserved for networking and “business connections.” 

Other business such as scholarships, social events, etc. will be conducted in 

our committee and board meetings. 

Our Unit meets the fourth Tuesday each month in the Murat Oasis, Room B, 

at 6:30 p.m. for social time, and our formal meeting begins at 7 p.m. Attendees 

have the option of ordering dinner beforehand and dining during our meeting. 

If you have any questions, please call Randy Nail at (317) 507-3863 or e-mail 

him at Rnail@muratmsbc.org. 

Golf Calendar 

Randall West 

The season is about to begin, the 

driving range will be open, and we 

will line up to try and shake off that 

winter rust. That’s a great plan for 

March, but I never understood how 

the winter rust hangs on until August! 

Golf chairmen, let’s get your info 

turned in so we may place your outing 

on the calendar. Remember, we 

need Date, Time, Location (directions 

to course if applicable), Golf Format, 

Cost, Contact Person and Contact 

Info, and any additional details such 

as Zem-Zem, Lunch/Dinner, etc. 

Please send your information to 

Potentate James Priest at potentate@ 

muratshrine.org and myself, Randall 

West, Golf Chairman, at kirbygolfer@ 

gmail.com. 

We have heard from a few Shrine 

Clubs and these outings have been 

approved by Illustrious Sir Jim Priest. 

May 9—Shelby County Shrine 

Club at Bear Chase Golf Course in 

Shelbyville. Additional details to follow 

per Bill Rasner. 

June 20—Madison County Shrine 

Club, 11 a.m. at Meadowbrook Golf 

Course. Additional details to follow 

per Bill McCarty. 

July 12—Montgomery County 

Shrine Club at Rocky Ridge Golf 

Course in Darlington. Details to follow 

per Greg Miller. 

In addition, the Potentate’s Golf 

Outing honoring James N. Priest 

will be September 9 at Maple Creek 

Country Club. 

We have also scheduled a golf 

outing for June 7 during the Brown 

County Festival and, of course, the 

Great Lakes Shrine Association golf 

outing set for September 11 in Cincinnati. 

One last thought: Hazards attract, 

Fairways repel! 

If I don’t see you before, I’ll see 

you on the first tee. 


Murat Shriners Business Connection 

NOBLES YOU CAN TRUST WITH YOUR BUSINESS 

ACCOUNTANTS 

Jason Crace 

Jason L. Crace, CPA, LLC 

12668 E. 116th St., Suite 227 

Fishers, IN 46037 

317-436-7551 

fax 317-282-0521 

Jason@jasoncracecpa.com 

Scott Schuster 

Katz Sapper & Miller LLP 

800 E. 96th St., Suite 500 

P.O. Box 40857, Indpls, IN 46240 

317-580-2401; fax 317-805-2365; 

cell 317-340-9957 

sschuster@ksmcpa.com 

www.ksmcpa.com 

ATTORNEYS 

Philip C. Thrasher, Attorney-at-Law 

Thrasher Buschmann Griffith 

& Voelkel, P.C. 

151 N. Delaware Street, Suite 1900 


317-686-4773; fax 317-686-4777 

thrasher@indiana-attorneys.com 

voelkel@indiana-attorneys.com 

ATTORNEY—PERSONAL 

INJURY 

Randall R. Sevenish, Esq. 

Sevenish Law Firm, P.C. 

251 E. Ohio St., Suite 880 


317-636-7777; fax 317-636-7721 

rs@sevenishlaw.com 

www.sevenishlaw.com 

AUDIO/VIDEO SPECIALIST 

Chris Schaler 

Selective Systems, Inc. 

4230 S. Madison Avenue 


317-783-0077, fax 317-783-3737 

Cell 317-281-0005 

cschaler@selectindy.com 

www.selectivesystemsinc.com 

CATERING 

Mitch Sever 

Port-A-Pit Catering of Indy 

8750 Yardley Ct. 


317-228-9676; fax 317-334-0191 

m-nsever55@att.net. 

CHARITABLE GIVING— 

MASONIC 

Chris Cox 

Indiana Masonic Home Foundation 

525 N. Illinois St., P.O. Box 44210 

Indianapolis, IN 46244-0210 

800-277-4643 or 317-637-9582 

fax: 317-634-7449 

ccox@imhf.org 

www.imhf.org 

EMPLOYMENT AND 

STAFFING SERVICES 

Tom Beattie 

Latin Workforce Connection 

2346 S. Lynhurst Dr. #705 


317-244-7780, Fax 317-244-7782 

Tbeattiesr@aol.com 

ENVIRONMENTAL 

CONSULTING & STAFFING 

SERVICES 

Christopher Kinsey/Wallace Renn 

Environmental Staffing Resources 

8902 Otis Ave., Suite S101A 


Phone: 317-292-9343 

Fax: 317-292-9403 

Cell phone: 317-374-5286 

cakinsey@esrstaffing.com 

FINANCIAL ADVISORS 

Gary W. Lewis 

Raymond James & Associates, Inc. 

701 East County Line Rd., Ste. 302 

Greenwood, IN 46143 

317-885-0114, fax 317-885-2609 

Gary.Lewis@RaymondJames.com 

www.garylewis.net 

FUNERAL DIRECTOR, MEMO- 

RIAL TRIBUTES & CREMATORY 

Michael R. St. Pierre, CFSP 

Wilson St. Pierre Funeral Service 

and Crematory 

1234 Prospect Street, P.O. Box 

33045, Indianapolis, IN 46203-0045 

317-632-9431, 

fax 317-667-0663 

mrs@wilsonstpierre.com 

HARLEY-DAVIDSON 

MOTORCYCLE TECHNICIAN 

Duane C. Davis 

Big “D” Hog Barn 

11091 North Kitchen Road 

Mooresville, IN 46158 

317-831-0484; 317-374-0510 (c) 

davis@pdswireless.com 

HEATING, COOLING, AND 

REFRIGERATION 

Mark Stansbury 

Mark IV Environmental Systems, Inc. 

1012 N. Bluff Road, Suite A 


317-889-3744, 1-877-627-5422 

Fax: 317-882-8022 

markiv@markiv-env.com 

Tony Stout 

Stout Heating & Cooling 

202 N. Traub Ave. 


(317) 281-2657 

indianashriner@yahoo.com 

INSURANCE 

Christopher G. Conley 

Insurance Associates 

7255 N. Shadeland Ave., Suite B 


317-596-2761, fax 317-915-8972 

cgconley@netdirect.net 

Rick Chambers 

Farmers Insurance Agent 

859 Riverside Drive, Ste 12 


317-885-6900; fax 317-215-5025 

rchambers@farmersagent.com 

www.farmersagent.com/rchambers 

MORTGAGES 

Randy Nail 

Fifth Third Mortgage 

8549 N. College Ave. 


317-259-0935; fax 317-259-8199 

Randy.Nail@53.com 

www.53.com 

NEW & PRE-OWNED CARS 

Brent Robertson 

Andy Mohr Mitsubishi 

13927 Trade Center Drive 

Fishers, IN 46038 

317-774-2400 

brobertson@anymohr.com 

PRINTING, COMMERCIAL 

Michael Moxley 

Maury Boyd & Associates, Inc. 

6330 E. 75th Street, Suite 212 

Indianapolis, IN 46250-2700 

317-849-6110, fax 317-576-5859 

moxleym@mauryboyd.com 

REAL ESTATE 

Dave Frazier 

LandTree Realtors 

1570 W. Main St., 


317-888-3331; fax 317-887-9244 

Cell: 317-441-2671 

dfrazier@usa.net 

SIGNS, GRAPHICS, PRINTING 

Joel Hall 

Sign-a-Rama 

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Carmel, IN 46032 

317-575-1805, Cell 317-989-9586 

fax 317-575-1825 

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20 THE MURAT MAGAZINE 

I WANT TO BE YOUR HEATING

CIRCUS 

Time flies when you 

are having fun! 

Bill Rasner, Circus Director 

If you haven’t worked with this year’s 

circus committee, you have really 

missed out on a lot of fun! We have 

held several meetings in preparation for 

the “greatest circus on earth” and it is 

going to show! As the Divan and I have 

traveled throughout the state of Indiana 

promoting the circus this year, we have 

answered many questions. 

The most asked question is where is 

the circus being held this year since 

the Coliseum is being remodeled? 

The answer: it is still being held at the 

Indiana State Fairgrounds, but in the Champions Pavilion, 

one building to the east of the Coliseum. 

Where should I park? 

Parking will not change from past years. The State 

Fairgrounds will be providing the staff to direct you to the 

available parking areas. 

Do we need help with Ride Ticket Sales or 

Novelty Sales? 

YES … Ride Ticket Sales are very important to the 

profits of the circus and to the enjoyment of those in 

attendance. We will need more volunteers than in past 

years, as we will be selling from both the ticket booths 

and from each ride this year. Also, you and your Club or 

Unit can volunteer to operate a Novelty Booth for one or 

more shows. DeMolay and Jobs Daughters will be assisting 

again this year by selling novelties in the seating areas. 

How do I find out information about this year’s 

circus? 

GREAT QUESTION!!! We have a Web site specifically 

for the circus. Go to: muratshrinecircus.com; you can 

find out show times and dates, get information on how 

to become an advertiser in the Activity Book or become 

a Corporate Sponsor, and, most importantly, anyone can 

purchase tickets to all performances 24 hours a day!!! 

How do I volunteer to work at the circus? 

Show up and have fun! We will no longer be using the 

old Eddy’s Building across from the Coliseum, so you will 

need to enter the Champions Pavilion (north side); the 

ticket box office will be on the right and the 

volunteer registration on the left. Contact the 

Fraternal Office if you have any questions. 

What should I wear if I am working as a 

volunteer during one of the circus performances? 

A Shrine shirt and/or jacket for ALL, and, of 

course, the Fez is required to be worn by the 

nobles! It is important that all patrons in attendance 

know who the workers are in case they 

need assistance. 

How do I qualify for the Ringmaster’s 

Banquet? 

Register as a volunteer and work four of the nine 

shows and you will qualify to attend the complimentary 

banquet in May. If you work less than the required number 

of shows or wish to bring a guest or spouse who did 

not work, there will be a cost of $25, payable in advance, 

when making the reservation in the Fraternal Office. 

I hope this article helps to answer questions you might 

have had about the circus. If you need any additional 

information, contact the Fraternal Office or check out the 

Web site at: muratshrinecircus.com 

See you at the circus!!! 

MURAT SHRINE CIRCUS 

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CHAMPIONS PAVILION 

APRIL 11 – 14, 2013 

GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS $14 

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Thursday, April 11 10 a.m. 7 p.m. 

Friday, April 12 10 a.m. 7 p.m. 

Saturday, April 13 10 a.m. 2 p.m. 7 p.m. 

Sunday, April 14 11:30 a.m. 3:30 p.m. 

FOR TICKETS: “MURATSHRINE.ORG” OR 

MURAT OFFICE (317) 635-2433 

MARCH 2013 21

Contributions for Shriners Hospital 

and Transportation Fund 

TRANSPORTATION FUND 

David Priest 

William E. Singleton 

Jack L. Barnes 

Steven B. Cox 

Randy J. Adams 

Raymond J. Franko 

Steven J. Haug 

Robert L. Smith 

John E. Hulen 

Tom D. Flesher 

Lee W. Langlotz 

Forrest L. Featherstone 

J. D. Moore 

Ruth Ann Kepler 

Frank Capero 

James B. Guffey 

Firemen’s Club 

Dramatic Cast 

HighRollers 

Tippecanoe Shrine Club 

English Shrine Club 

Morgan County Shrine Club 

DeWeese Design Salon 

IN MEMORY OF 

SAM THOMPSON 

Ron & Sally Jo Elliott 

Fred & Rita Schowengerdt 

Bob & Barbara Dancey 

Order of the Quetzalcoatl 

Jason Voyles 

Rachel O’Brien 

Matthew Bell 

Ronald & Lillian Brown 

Eithyel Sandler 

Drake & Brynn Nightenhelser 

Steve Mellene 

Jim & Sharon Ross 

Smyrna Shrine Guild No. 1 

Mary Lou Taber 

IN MEMORY OF 

ERICH WILD 

George J. Adrian 

Mr. & Mrs. Richard Wilds 

Dennis & Marcia Digiusto 

IN MEMORY OF 

PATRICK TOWLE 


Lewis & Linda McQueen 

IN MEMORY OF 

BILL EARLE 


Murat Firemen’s Club 

IN MEMORY OF 

ROBERT NAESSENS 

Robbie & Lisa Bell 

Gunner & Natalie Bell 

IN MEMORY OF 

ERNEST A. SIPF 

Hancock County Shrine Club 

IN MEMORY OF 

OSCAR BUTCHER 

Ken & Cheri Newcom 

IN MEMORY OF 

EDWARD J. ZEBROWSKI, SR. 

Robert & Barbara Dancey 

IN MEMORY OF 

KATHERINE LOUISA 

CHILDERS 

Robert & Barbara Dancey 

IN MEMORY OF 

JOHN MINATEL 

Murat Dramatic Cast 

IN MEMORY OF JIM HUPP 


IN MEMORY OF 

LINCOLN HAMILTON 


IN MEMORY OF 

WADE NEAL 

Fred & Rita Schowengerdt 

HOSPITAL FUND 

Carl R. Hayes 

Douglas O. Gentry 

James A. House, Jr. 

William R. Hart 

John A. Miller 

Edward L. Denman 

Charles A. Waggoner 

Jack L. Barnes 

Steven B. Cox 

Robert R. Storms 

James G. Boyd 

Charles J. Robbins 

Robert L. Messer 

Raymond J. Franko 

Omar L. Robinson 

William A. Howard, Jr. 

Steven J. Haug 

John R. Means 

John L. Hileman, Jr. 

John E. Hulen 

Larry J. McMinn 

Tom D. Flesher 

Ronald E. Tannehill 

Lee W. Langlotz 

Lester L. Free 

Paul T. Bothwell 

Jeffery S. Kaser 

Laddie Shuman 

Lee Wayne Yeakley 

George Seidensticker 

Sam & Joella Hiatt 

Pauline Parker 

Betty Fiscus 

Jean Furlong 

Matthew Clark 

Boone County Shrine Club 

Johnson County Shrine Club 

Montgomery County Shrine Club 

IN MEMORY OF NANCY HER- 

SHMAN 

Louise Dover 

Coty Hershman 

Dawn Evans 

George & Carol Springer 

Mark & Luann Konradi 

Geraldine Walker 

Teri Cutter 

John & Mary Kieffer 

Robert & Sharon Peelman 

Timothy & Debra Heitmeyer 

Z. Earline Copeland 

Brenda Harris 

Melvin & Susan Craig 

Janelle Rainey 

Dewey & Ann Smith 

David & Mary McKittrick 

Versailles Lodge #7 F. & A.M. 

Thomas & Dorothy Jewett 

Lawrenceburg Chapter No. 427, 

Order of Eastern Star 

Owen Menchhofer, Inc. 

Vickie & Marvin Sizemore 

Tim & Ginny Shannon 

Kimberly & Wesley Ledbetter 

Chester & Ruth Baylor 

IN MEMORY OF 

SAM THOMPSON 

Art Borton 

Margaret Borton 

Indy Horse Patrol 

Susan Brynteson 

Betty & Doug Dechert 

Prospect Lodge No. 714 F. & A.M. 

Mark & Cathy Genung 

Eva Fazekas 

Robert & June Terry 

Gadi Boukai 

The S.H.A.R.P. Neighborhood 

Association 

Clint & Dianah Sparks 

Tim & Mary Jennings 

Phil & Elaine Thrasher 

Mitch & Nancy Sever 

Joey L. Scott P.P. 

Harold & Joyce Pierce 

IN MEMORY OF 

ERICH WILD 

Monica Heath 

James & Helen Wilson 

Karen Perkins Gale 

Matt & Michelle Harrell 

Rex T. Roberts 

Steve Romack 

Mr. & Mrs. Donald R. Cline 

Fred Cipriani 

Fred Huffman 

Dorothy Hollenbaugh & Family 

Guy & Dorothy Stuby 

Eric & Mary Beth Greulich 

Sam & Carolyn Winters 

IN MEMORY OF 

WAYNE DEHAVEN 

The Propes Family 

Tom Scheetz 

Mr. & Mrs. Harry Albaugh 

IN MEMORY OF 

ROBERT “BOB” NIEWERTH 

Shirley & John Hileman 

Margaret Bankumper 

IN MEMORY OF 

VIOLET MAE TERRY 

Order of the Eastern Star, 

Oakland Chapter #159 

RLR Image Associates, LLC 

IN MEMORY OF JOHN W. 

FISHER 

Charles & Marlene Remley 

Lorena K. Harvey 

IN MEMORY OF BILL EARLE 

Harold & Joyce Pierce 

IN MEMORY OF 

EDDIE BAXTER ELLIS 

Evelyn Jean Ellis 

IN MEMORY OF 

JOHN O. STOVER 

Laura Bash-Denslow 

IN MEMORY OF 

ROLLAN W. PERRY 

M.A.C. Corporation/Roger Hobbs 

IN MEMORY OF 

LEONARD HULL 

Murat Shrine Band 

IN HONOR OF JAMES PRIEST 


IN HONOR OF 

SCOTT SCHUSTER 


ONE HUNDRED MILLION 

DOLLAR CLUB 

Stone Belt Shrine Club – In 

Memory of Harley McKittrick 

Sam Figg – In Honor of Lilly 

Padgett 

Dan & Jean Furlong 

BOOK OF GOLD 

Stone Belt Shrine Club 

Bloomington Township Volunteer 

Fire Department 


Corvette Club 

Greetings Nobles from the Corvette 

Club! 

It is with pleasure I relay to our 

members that the Corvette Club was 

well represented by our president, 

Bruce Smith, and his corps of officers 

and several of our members at the 

21st Annual Leadership Seminar held 

on January 26, 2013. 

Smyrna Shrine Guild 

Our Illustrious Potentate, James 

Priest, brought everyone present up 

to speed with a very busy and exciting 

calendar of events for 2013. By 

the time you read this, we will have 

enjoyed the Potentate’s Ball and be 

looking forward to the circus April 

11–14, the Sportsman Raffle in May, 

the Brown County Summer Festival 

Linda Abdon 

Hello to everyone and I hope spring will be here soon! My daffodils are 

already coming up through the snow, and then the sun shines and the snow 

disappears! Isn’t living in Indiana weather exciting? 

We had our first Guild Night in February and the pound auction was a lot 

of fun. It is amazing what wonderful things weigh only 1 pound! I’m looking 

forward to more fundraising opportunities this year. 

I hope everyone enjoyed the Potentate’s Ball. I know Potentate Jim and 

Lady Tammy were happy to see so many people having a good time. Sally Jo 

Elliott and husband Ron did a great job of chairing the event. The decorations 

for Moondance were beautifully done by Candy Close and her committee. So 

congratulations to Sally Jo and Candy and all the Smyrna ladies who helped for 

a job well done! 

With spring on the way, our thoughts turn to flowers. We will be doing 

our flower sale once again, and order forms will be available at Guild Night in 

March. Delivery will be in May and the flowers were so beautiful last year that 

I am already planning where to plant the impatiens and geraniums and where 

to hang my baskets. 

March Guild Night will just be fun and games. I think I’ll try my hand at 

dominoes this year. Those ladies always seem to be having a lot of fun! 

Upcoming events will be Membership Night in April and Imperial Visitation 

toward the end of the month. The circus is also in April this year, and I know 

that takes a lot of volunteers to make it run smoothly. Also, a casino trip is 

being planned for Saturday, April 20, so keep that date free! That is always an 

exciting trip. 

Happy Easter to everyone and remember the Shrine kids and GIVE FROM 

YOUR HEART! 

In Tolerance, 

Maharanee Linda Abdon 

Richard “Gunner” Condre 

June 7–9, and the Imperial Session 

starting June 28 with a parade on July 

1. Lots of volunteer help will be needed 

to ensure these events are successful. 

Let’s all step up to support both 

our Imperial Sir John Cinotto and 

Illustrious Sir James Priest. 

We have many Potentates’ “call” 

parades on the docket to boot. The 

dates and locations will be announced 

soon. An event you won’t 

want to miss is being planned for 

April at the Putnam Park Race Course, 

a “Give a Wounded Warrior a Ride” 

around the race course. Club members 

are encouraged to present your 

ideas for new events to President 

Bruce Smith before the calendar is 

filled up. 

We invite all Shriners to check out 

our Club, which meets at 7 p.m. the 

third Tuesday of each month at Murat 

Shrine. Remember, you do not have 

to own a Corvette to join our Club 

or participate in our activities. Come 

join us; we would love to have you. 

For Event and Parade details or Membership 

information, contact David 

Heacox at (317) 507-1564 or e-mail 

him at david_heacox@yahoo.com. 

“Shriners … Having Fun & Helping 

Kids.” 

March Calendar 

Wednesday, March 6 – Guild Night at 5:30 p.m. 

Tuesday, March 26 – Board Meeting at 6:30 p.m., Stated Meeting at 7 p.m. 

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Ladies’ Oriental Shrine 

It is almost time to say “good-bye” to Old Man Winter 

and “hello” to the beautiful spring season. This is truly a 

time to feel refreshed and renewed as we enjoy the outdoors 

with the colorful flowers and green grass appearing. 

We should thank God for the many blessings bestowed 

upon us! 

Tarum Court #14 has had the election of officers for 

the ensuing year. I congratulate High Priestess-elect, 

Deanna Sue Taylor, and her 2013 officers. I am confident 

they will all do a great job with the support of Tarum 

Court ladies. Remember: You can only do your best, no 

better! The installation of officers will be on March 23 at 

11 a.m. in the Arabian Room at Murat Shrine. It is open 

to the public so please save this date and come support 

these great ladies as “Carol Sue’s Egyptian Ladies” dance 

out of the East and make way for “Jan’s Explorers” to take 

over new territory! 

I have had an AWESOME year as Tarum Court’s High 

Priestess. We had several fundraisers to “Brighten a Child’s 

Life” and I thank each and every Tarum Court member 

and their families who made this possible. These events 

included a soup supper, ladies’ luncheon/style show, pizza 

Judi Taflinger 

making and sales, Santa’s sweet shop selling homemade 

cookies and goodies, sale of Discover Indy coupon books 

and lastly, a Souper Supper on Super Bowl weekend. I 

was proud to represent the members at the installation of 

officers at subordinate courts in Indiana and Ohio; Grand 

Council in Norfolk, VA; Great Lakes Unit Meet in Toledo, 

OH; and recently, the ceremonial of Dendarah Court 

#10 in Toledo, OH. Two other highlights of my year were 

volunteering at Camp Ytiliba in Cincinnati, OH, and the 

Grand Visitation of Lady Carol Sue Roberts, Grand High 

Priestess of the Ladies’ Oriental Shrine of North America. 

We had three (3) ceremonials welcoming eight (8) new 

members. I thank all the members for their assistance and 

support to make this year possible and look forward to 

the coming years on the sidelines. 

Our next meeting will be on March 5 at 6:30 p.m. 

Please note the earlier time as we will also have a ceremonial 

that evening to welcome two new members, Carol 

Austin and Misti Hatcher. Please come join us to support 

our wonderful organization and participate in our activities 

and friendship! 

Please join Potentate Jim Priest and Lady Tammy in Team Murat 

Race for the Cure on April 20, 2013. 

For registration or donation information, please contact 

the Fraternal Office. 

$40* to participate in the 5K race or 1-mile family 

walk and commemorative T-shirt 

$10* to participate in the Cheer team station and 

commemorative T-shirt 

This event is open to all—friends and family 

(Non-Shriners are welcome). 

Help us demonstrate Murat’s Community 

Spirit by joining us! 

* PROCEEDS ARE FOR THE BENEFIT OF Susan Komen Race for the Cure. 

PAYMENTS MAY BE DEDUCTIBLE AS CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS. CON- 

SULT YOUR TAX ADVISOR. 

If you have any questions, please contact Event Chairman 

Chris Dwyer at: chris.dwyer@jackson-assoc.us. 


Tarum 

The holidays are over for another year and it is now time 

to get 2013 rolling along. The new year started at Tarum with 

two events that happened to coincide. First of all, we had the 

installation of officers. This was held on Friday night, January 

25. This year, the installation was part of a Friday night dinner 

at the Club. The dinner was well attended and all had a good 

meal and a great time. This year’s officers were installed by 

Murat 2013 Potentate James Priest. He and members of his 

Divan and their ladies were Tarum’s guests of honor on this 

special evening. Thank you to all who came out this night 

and a special thank-you to Illustrious Sir Potentate Priest 

and his Lady Tammy for helping 2013 President Robert and 

Ladies’ President Barbara kick off their new year at Tarum. 

Also, thank you to Master of Ceremonies past President Fred 

Morgan for making the night a fun time for all. 

The 2012 special awards were also presented. The recipient 

of the Shriner of the Year was Mike (Radar) Whalen, and 

Lady Shriner of the Year was Donna (Mrs. Radar) Whalen. 

They are two of the hardest working members we have. It 

was a little different this year in that there were two President’s 

Award winners: President Chad Greulich, who does 

whatever is asked of him and more, and Roy McClurg who 

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stepped in and took over treasurer duties midstream. Thank 

you both for your service to President Robert and Tarum. 

We presented Potentate Priest with a $1,500 check for the 

Shriners Hospitals for Children–Cincinnati. This was from 

the Club’s work at the Depot Old-Fashioned Christmas Festival 

courtesy of Roger Richert. Roger has our Club take the 

pictures with Santa and then he donates the profits to Tarum 

for presentation to the hospital. Thank you Roger! 

The second event that night was a birthday party for 

President Robert Whalen. He is now eligible for AARP. Happy 

50th, President Robert! This party took place after installation 

was complete and, of course, we all enjoyed this special 

milestone for Robert. The Potentate and his Divan continued 

their evening by celebrating Robert’s birthday with us. All in 

all, it was quite a full and fun evening at Tarum. See what you 

miss when you don’t come out? 

Mark your calendars, set your watch, phone a friend, call 

a member for a ride; however you do it, get out to the Club. 

Now more than ever, we need you. Membership is shrinking 

as is the same everywhere. One of the signs of this is the 

increase in dues—not ever a good thing. However, sometimes 

it is necessary to keep things going. To avoid this in the 

future, we can support our Club, come out to the Club for 

dinner, get involved, and most of all, recruit new members. 

That is your mission and I truly hope all of you will accept 

this charge. 

See you at the Club. 

500 Club 

Rick Solly 

On December 5, 2012, at the last Stated Meeting, the 

500 Club held election of new officers for 2013. They are 

as follows: Bill Davis, President; Dan Price, First Vice President; 

Ed Andrews, Second Vice President; Bruce Raymond, 

Three-Year Board; Tim Plank, Two-Year Board; Mike Wagner, 

Larry DeVoss, and Bud Whitis, One-Year Board members; 

Gary Lucas, Chairman of the Board; and Rick Solly, Secretary-Treasurer. 

The 500 Club’s yearly awards banquet was held on 

Saturday, December 8, at Squealer’s Barbeque. A good time 

was had by all. During the banquet, Dan Price presented 

the President’s Award plaque to Gary Lucas for his service 

as president for 2012. Mike Wagner was awarded the Mr. 

500 plaque for his everlasting presence and support at all 

our parades. Congratulations to all for a successful year. 

This year’s parade car chairman is Mike Wagner. We are 

looking forward to a great 2013. 

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Kentucky Colonels 

LEADERSHIP SEMINAR – Several 

officers attended the annual 

seminar which was very informative. 

This event is a good way to receive 

instruction on the workings of Murat 

and the proper way to conduct our 

meetings, etc. A big part of the seminar 

was focused on membership. 

The membership team had excellent 

ideas on bringing in new members 

and asked the membership to 

bring in 280 or more new members 

Transportation Club 

this year. They cannot do it alone. 

POTENTATE’S BALL – Several 

members of the Club attended the 

Potentate’s Ball on February 23. The 

Colonels had a good table and thoroughly 

enjoyed the festivities. Let’s all 

support our Potentate, Jim Priest, and 

Lady Tammy in their year. 

RED BULL MOTORCYCLE RACE 

– This marks the fifth year of the 

Red Bull Motorcycle Race at the 

Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Last 

Dennis Scott 

LEADERSHIP SEMINAR – Several officers attended the annual seminar 

which was very informative. This event is a good way to receive instruction on 

the workings of Murat and the proper way to conduct our meetings, etc. A big 

part of the seminar was focused on membership. 

The membership team had excellent ideas on bringing in new members 

and asked the membership to bring in 280 or more new members this year. 

They cannot do it alone. 

POTENTATE’S BALL – Several members of the Transportation Club attended 

the Potentate’s Ball on February 23. This was a good opportunity to show our 

support for our new Potentate, Jim Priest, and Lady Tammy. Jim has re-introduced 

sandwiches and libations after every Stated Meeting. This is a return to 

the past and everyone left with their bellies full. 

CIRCUS – As usual, the Club will be out in force at the Murat Shrine Circus 

scheduled for April 11–14. We assist the handicapped children and elderly in 

several ways and man the novelty booth. Several members also help the Kentucky 

Colonels Club in passing out our hospital papers. Try to set aside some 

time to help your fellow nobles in this worthwhile endeavor. Please contact 

our circus chairman for the work schedule. We definitely need help in passing 

out our hospital papers prior to seven performances. The circus will not be in 

the coliseum but in a building close by. 

BROWN COUNTY SUMMER FESTIVAL – Our Potentate has scheduled a 

summer trip to Nashville, IN. There will be several things to do including a 

parade. Please pick up a brochure. It’s only an hour away and relatively inexpensive. 

ONION SALES – The Club is again considering selling Vidalia onions this 

year. We are checking out the details and will have more information soon. 

SICK AND DISTRESSED – Elmer Habicht is home and Dale Harris is now 

in the Methodist Home. Please keep Elmer and Dale in your thoughts and 

prayers. 

DRIVERS NEEDED – If you want to be a part of the hospital experience, 

please sign up to drive. Talk to a driver and he will tell you what a great experience 

this is. You get to know the patients personally and are able to watch 

them improve. There is nothing like wheeling a patient into the hospital and 

eventually watching them walk out or the firsthand experience with a burn 

patient smiling from ear to ear as they improve after every treatment. Please 

contact Don Schildgen for more information. If you are not a member of the 

Transportation Club, join the Club and get involved. 

Dennis Scott 

year, the Club sold raffle tickets for 

two excellent seats for the event. At 

our March meeting, the raffle will be 

rolled out among the members to 

sell the raffle books to family, friends, 

businesses, and fellow Shriners. The 

proceeds will go into the Club treasury. 

This is the only money-maker for 

the Club. Please try to sell as many as 

you can and buy one for yourself. The 

proceeds allow the Club to donate to 

several of the programs within Murat. 

CIRCUS – The circus is in full 

swing and promises to be very successful 

even in these hard times. As 

usual, the Club will pass out hospital 

papers to help inform the general 

public regarding the excellent care 

provided to the children of central 

Indiana. If you haven’t signed up 

to pass out papers, just stop by the 

booth one hour before each performance 

and give us a hand. 

Everything should be the same as 

far as the circus goes except we will 

be in the building next to the coliseum. 

BROWN COUNTY SUMMER FES- 

TIVAL – Please pick up a brochure 

for the upcoming festival in Brown 

County, Nashville, IN. There will be 

several things to do, it’s inexpensive, 

and it’s only an hour away. 

PARADE UNIT – The Colonels Club 

is hard at work on creating a parade 

unit for selected parades. Our theme 

is our Shriners Hospitals with several 

Colonels dressed in their white suits 

and riding on the trailer. We will be 

advertising our Club as well as our 

hospitals. If you have an interest in 

participating, please let President 

Mike Waldrip know. 

BY-LAW CHANGE – The proposed 

change in our by-laws will be voted 

on at our March meeting. The change 

involves the number of members 

required for a quorum. 

Please join us on the first Wednesday 

of the month at 7 p.m. for our 

Stated Meeting. Several of us have 

dinner before the meeting around 

5:30 to 6 p.m. 


Highlanders 

FAREWELL TO AN OLE FRIEND – The Highlanders and 

many friends said good-bye to an ole friend. Bill Earle 

was laid to rest January 21, 2013. A piper of more than 50 

years, a firefighter of more than 30, a tall and quiet man, 

Bill through his long life had gathered many friends. His 

life was simple: love my family, love thy brothers. I learned 

a lot from this kind gentleman. Although our trades were 

the same, it was his look at life, his kind words, and the 

love and respect he gave to people that I remember most 

about him. At 89 years of age, Bill was the oldest living Murat 

Highlander. If there was ever a firefighter’s firefighter, 

Bill’s name would be there. A traditional firefighter’s Call 

Montgomery County 

Shrine Club 

Bob Vanderkolk 

The elections for 2013 are over! The following officers 

and directors of the Montgomery County Shrine Club 

were sworn in by Past Potentate Charlie Crabtree. They are 

Bob Suiter, President; Steve Wicks, First Vice President; Ed 

Stephens, Second Vice President; Mike Hargrove, Secretary; 

and Greg Miller, Treasurer. Directors were Steve Middleton 

and Jim Stevenson, one-year; Mark Hampton and Eric Oliver, 

two-year; and Todd Stevenson and Steve Lewis, threeyear. 

Chairman Bob Chezem related the Countdown of 2013 

will be held on April 20. Chairman Greg Miller related the 

2013 Golf Outing will be Friday, July 12, at Rocky Ridge. 

At the January meeting, Steve Wicks brought as his 

guest, Billie Hallett, and he will be our newest member. 

Welcome aboard, Billie. 

It was announced that Murat will not be going to Pigeon 

Forge as in past years, but will be going to the Brown 

County Summer Festival in its place. 

It was also announced that Masonic Lodge #50 will be 

having its Fish Fry on October 12 and our Club will be 

doing the cooking. Steve Lewis and Mark Hampton will be 

heading this project for us again. 

We have been informed that Dick Foxworthy (our first 

president in 1975) is in St. Vincent’s Hospital in Indianapolis, 

and Howard Cook has returned from Arizona already 

this year. Hang in there guys! 

Big Edd, let’s hope wherever you are that you’re over 

that first sunburn by now. 

God Bless! 

SPEAKERS 

BUREAU 

Jerry Lance 

to Home was given and Bill received his last alarm. May 

you ever rest in peace, ole friend. 

ANOTHER OLE FRIEND – The Highlanders also said 

good-bye to Sam Thompson. The pipers played at the 

recessional as Sam left the Scottish Rite for the last time. 

“Amazing Grace” was piped to a nearly packed cathedral 

as Sam’s casket left the Rite. May you ever rest in peace, 

ole friend. 

ST. PAT’S DAY – The Highlanders are now getting ready 

for the big St. Pat’s Day weekend. This is our major fundraiser 

of the year. Hope all Highlanders will be ready to 

pipe and drum for a long weekend. 

IMPERIAL, INDIANAPOLIS – This is Indianapolis’ time 

to shine. Hoping to see many pipe bands come to Indy. 

The parade will be Monday, July 1, with step-off at 7 p.m. 

Talking with Highlanders’ own Jeffery Zaring, who is 

the director for Murat temple for this year’s Imperial, he 

stated many RSVPs are coming in and to expect between 

10,000 to 15,000 Shriners to be in Indy for the Imperial. 

As more information becomes available, it will be passed 

on at our regular business meeting and/or e-mail. 

That’s it for this month—spring is on its way. 

Until next time … 

Murat has now revived the Speakers Bureau from years 

ago. 

This group of knowledgeable nobles is ready, willing and 

able to speak at any function where people are willing to 

listen. Each member of the Bureau will have PowerPoint 

presentations and will be able to answer questions after the 

presentation. They are ready to speak on the topics of 

Shrinedom and Shriners Hospitals for Children. 

If you know of any group such as church, Rotary, nursing 

groups, doctors, or any group including the Blue Lodges 

in your area, just let us know. 

Craig Hinshaw is the coordinator of the Speakers Bureau 

and all that is needed is to call him at (317) 271-7179 to 

arrange for a noble to speak. 

MARCH 2013 27

2013 MEMBERSHIP 

POTENTATE 

Membership in 2013 

“Having Fun and Creating 

New Shriners” 

Brian Lewis, Membership Chairman 

The 2013 Membership Committee is working on 

rolling out a new comprehensive plan that is focused 

on not just creating new nobles, but also on keeping the 

members we currently have and increasing participation 

within our Clubs and Units. 

To improve our recruitment, we’re working on getting 

out to the Lodges so we can promote Shriners and Murat. 

Along with that, we’re planning more events that we can 

use to invite our Masonic brethren to the Shrine and see 

what we have to offer. 

To help increase participation, a survey was passed out 

at the Leadership Seminar. We are collecting information 

on all the activities and purposes of our Clubs and Units. 

This information will be used to improve the way we 

inform new members about the opportunities they have 

to participate as a noble of Murat Shriners. We will also 

be able to do a better job of getting our new members to 

join a Club or a Unit. 

Communication is very important, and a plan is being 

developed to not just stay in contact with our current 

members, but also those who have dropped their membership 

in Murat, so we can promote and encourage them 

to restore their membership in Shriners. 

A lot is happening, and a lot is in the works, to make 

2013 a successful membership year for Murat. While there 

are a number of tools available to assist in promoting the 

Shrine, this month I would like to focus on the Web site: 

www.BeAShrinerNow.com 

When you meet someone who might be interested in 

joining the Shriners (even if they are not a Mason), tell 

them to visit www.beashrinernow.com. There is a lot of 

good information on this Web site that explains to a potential 

candidate the process of joining. 

Also, there is a link at the top, “The Next Step,” which 

if they click on that link, they can enter their contact 

information. That information is then sent to the Murat 

Membership Committee so we can invite the prospect to 

upcoming Murat events. Additional contact from the Committee 

will provide them with opportunities to become a 

Shriner. 

A big part of our membership plan is to focus on having 

a good time and especially showing potential members 

the fun they could be having if they join Murat. As 

part of our recruitment plan, the Membership Committee 

will be hosting an Open House once every three months. 

The formal program at the Open Houses will only be 

about 30 minutes. Following each Open House will be 

a Band Night or other fun event at the Oasis. We don’t 

need a big long sales pitch to convince someone to join 

the Shriners—we just need a good social event for them 

to see how much fun we have and encourage them to 

become part of the group. 

We’ll also have another event or two each month to 

provide opportunities to bring prospective members to a 

Murat social function, introduce them to our nobility, and 

show them why they need to join. 

Anyone who has submitted their information on www. 

beashrinernow.com will be invited to all of these events, 

so please encourage potential members to sign up today 

so we can invite them to attend the events at Murat. 

For more information about plans for the 2013 Membership 

Committee, you can find a copy of our Leadership 

Seminar presentation online at http://bit.ly/2013MuratMe 

mbershipPresentation. 


MARCH 2013 29

Contributions 

photos by Dave McKinney 

JANUARY stated meeting 

Boone County past President Pat Hornett presented a 

check for $2,097 to Potentate Jim Priest for the hospitals 

and the Transportation Fund. Also pictured are Chuck 

Carson, Chris Hollis, Dennis Cunningham and Steve Light. 

Ruth Ann Kepler, wife of Noble Tom Kepler, makes a 

$2,500 donation to the Transportation Fund to Potentate 

James Priest. The donation reflects the proceeds from the 

sale of her homemade jellies. 

Potentate James Priest receives a $100 check from Murat 

Cast President Mark Bartolovich and Cast member Terry 

Sanders for the Transportation Fund. 

Noble Frank E. Capler, Sr., along with Nobles Frank E. 

Capler, Jr. and Joe Smith, gives $300 for the Van Fund to 

Potentate James Priest. This check comes from the sale of 

packaged nuts throughout the year. 

Representing Indy Horse Patrol, Inc., Noble George Clark 

presents a $100 check for Shriners Hospitals to Potentate 

James Priest in memory of Noble Sam Thompson. 

Don Burgess, junior past president of the Johnson County 

Shrine Club, along with Club members Ron Bailey and 

Tim Whitaker, hands over a $500 check to Potentate 

James Priest for the Transportation Fund. 


Murat’s Texas Hold’em delegation made a $31,444 donation 

to Murat Shrine. The donation reflects the 2012 earnings 

of this fundraising activity. The check was accepted 

by Potentate James Priest. Gathered at Murat’s January 

Stated Meeting to make the presentation are Nobles Jim 

Ross, Luke Whitehouse, Richard Kirkman, Chief Rabban 

Bill Rasner, Bill Pike, Bob Hudson, Don Schildgen, Joe 

Stoutner and Bill Johnson. 

Potentate James Priest accepts a $1,000 check for the Murat 

Transportation Fund from the Firemen’s Club. Making 

the presentation is Club President Harry Morris who was 

joined by Club members Harold Pierce, Joe Krebsbach, 

Tim Whitaker and Past Potentate Ron Elliott. 

2012 and 2013 Tippecanoe Shrine Club President Terry 

Meadows presents a check for $1,600 to Transportation 

and $1,600 to the Chicago Shriners Hospital to Oriental 

Guide Art Borton. 

Your feedback is greatly appreciated when you participate 

in any area of the Shrine. To help make giving 

your feedback to us even easier, we are working with 

ClubExcellence to provide an online survey. 

To access the survey, go to our Web site for a direct 

link: www.muratshrine.org. We invite you to comment 

on all aspects of our Shrine even if you have not 

had the opportunity to participate in all 

that we have to offer. 

Tell us what you Think 

by March 31 and Enter 

a Drawing for 

Dinner for Two! 

If you prefer to complete the survey on paper, please 

contact the Murat office at (317) 635-2433 for a paper 

copy. 

Please take a few minutes to let us know how we 

are doing for you. If you have suggestions for changes, 

improvements, events, etc., let us know that as well. 

When you complete a survey with your contact information, 

you will be placed in a drawing to win one of 

several $25 Visa gift cards. 

ClubExcellence will use your contact information for 

awarding prizes. Only your survey comments will be 

provided to the Divan, not your identity. 

With your help, we will continue to be the premier 

Shrine temple. Thank you in advance for completing the survey 

by March 31. 

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MARCH 2013 31

Presentations 

photos by Dave McKinney 

JANUARY stated meeting 

President Ed Adams of the Murat Chanters presents Assistant 

Rabban and Chanter past President Tim Murphy with 

a plaque that memorializes his trip through the Murat 

Shrine Divan. Joining in the presentation were Chanters 

Mark Genung, DGM, Phil Thrasher, PP, Dick Abdon, Ray 

Hunt, Mitch Crask and Wes Wingate. 

Potentate James Priest presents Junior Past Potentate 

Charlie Crabtree with his copy of the bound copies of the 

Murat Magazine from 2012. 

Pictured second from left is Hancock County Shrine Club 

member and 2012 Potentate of Murat Shriners Charles 

Crabtree being honored with an award for outstanding 

service to the community and the State of Indiana. The 

award was issued by then-Gov. Mitch Daniels. Shown 

with Ill. Sir Charles are, from left, Walter Worland; Bob 

Bailey, President of HCSC for 2012; and 2013 President 

Gary Frieden. (Photo by Tom Seng.) 

Murat Past Masters Club President Tom Tuttle is joined by 

Club members Jeff Zaring, PP, PGM, Joe Smith, Fred Golgart, 

Mark Genung, DGM, Brian Lewis and Frank Capler, 

Jr. in the annual presentation of a gavel to 2013 Potentate 

James Priest. 

Oriental Guide Art Borton presents Noble Edwin 

Stephenson with his driver’s jacket honoring 

his 300 trips to our hospitals. 

32 . THE MURAT MAGAZINE

139 th Imperial Session 

indianapolis 

June 30 – July 4, 2013 

Join Murat Shriners for the 2013 

Imperial Session of Shriners International 

Parade with Murat July 1, 2013, in 

Downtown Indianapolis. 

Join your nobles and ladies for the 2013 session at the Downtown 

JW Marriott. This is a modern hotel offering traditional hospitality. Enjoy a 

great view of the city and the luxury rooms. Murat has 40 rooms reserved 

for the session. The first night room deposit, including the Shrine Imperial 

binder, is $175 plus tax. The remaining three nights will be $155 per night 

plus tax. Four nights stay minimum. No room reservations will be taken 

after May 24, 2013. 

MARCH 2013 33


COMING EVENTS 

March 2013 

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 

1 2 

------Potentate’s Trip ----- 

Deadline for 

APRIL 

magazine 

3 4 5 6 7 8 9 

------Potentate’s Trip ----- 

Texas Hold’em 

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 

Brass Hat 

Indpls. Valley AASR Grand Master’s Class 

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 

Board Meeting 

Stated 

Meeting 

7 p.m. 

24 25 26 27 28 

31 

29 30 

April 2013 

The current Murat calendars for 2013 are available at http://calendar.yahoo.com/muratshrine 

Mon. 1 Deadline for May 

Magazine 

Thu. 11- Murat Shrine Circus 

Sun. 14 

Sat. 13 Texas Hold’em 

Mon. 15 Board Meeting 

Stated Meeting 7 p.m. 

May 2013 

Wed. 1 Deadline for June 

Magazine 

Sat. 4 Sportsman Raffle 11 a.m. 

Sat. 11 Texas Hold’em 



Tue. 21- Grand Lodge Annual 

Wed. 22 Communication 

Thu. 23 Murat Memorial Service 

Mon. 27 Memorial Day 

Fraternal Office Closed 

Thu. 30 All Indiana Shrine/ 

Masonic Golf Outing 

June 2013 

Fri. 7- Brown County 

Sun. 9 Summer Festival 



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